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Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24
FoRTuNEe ouIckLY MAD.
Hartman and King Edward Made a
Cleanup.

Hartman and King Edward Made a
Cleanup.
Immense fortunes were won in Wall
street Saturday in the remarkable rise
in Hartman stocks, Union PACING and
Southern Pacific, following the an
nouncement that for the first time in
the history Of the road a dividend had
been declared in Southern Pacific,
and that Union Pacific common stock
had been placed on a basis Of 10 per
cent e. H. Hartman and King Ed
ward Of England are named as the
heaviest winners. Others who made
tremendous profits in the bull move
ment today were: John w. Gates.
James r. Keene, John D. Rockefeller,
William Rockefeller, H. H. Rogers,
James Stillman and Daniel Guggen-
helm.
The Journal credits e H. Hartman
with profit of $10,000,000 and the
king of England with the same
amount. 1t is known that when ].
Pierpont Morgan met King Edward
in Europe some months ago he inter-
ested the king in Southern Pacific.
King Edward bought through Sir Ern-
est Cashel, his New York representa-
tive, and is one Of the largest holders
of securities. He cleared $25 a share
on his Southern Pacific and $50 a
share on his Union Pacific stock.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24

The4assesaed' valuation OF the state
outside Of railways, telegraphs and
telephones is $6s 100000 in round fig
ures, an increase Of $S,500,0OO over
last year. The railway assessment last
year was $10,67S,0O0, and the tele-
graphs and telephones $4,000. The
latter will not be increased.
All Sing, the only Chinaman in Orc
fino, is minus his queue, and the citi-
zens Of the Clearwater town are now
hoping that he will leave the com
munity. He lost his hair by imbibing
too freely of whiskey and while la
boring under the delusion that If he
cut off his queue he could secure a
white wife.
The Indians about Spalding are
about all gone to the mountains for
the summer hunt or to Yakima to
pick hops.
The state board of equalization has
fixed the valuation of railways for
purposes of taxation. 1t increased
main lines in some instances $500
others $500 a mile and others being
left without change.
While on a camping trip under the
auspices of the Baptist church of Idaho
Falls, Harry Williams was shot in the
back by Roy Heller and instantly kill
ed. 1t was purely accidental, and nc
blame attaches to the young man who
did the shooting.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24
Three Die in Auto Crash.

Three sutomobilists were killed and
another fatally injured at Allaire
crossing, on the Pennsylvania rail-
road, near Asbury Park, when an ex-
press train crashed into the automo-
bile of ]. George Laffargue, a piano
manufacturer of New York. Mr.. Laf-
fargue, his wife and Mrs. Charles
Lurch were instantly killed. Mr.. Lurch
the only other occupant of the car,
was unconscious when picked up, and
is in a precarious condition.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24
IDAHO NOTES.

Few residents of Lewiston or Nez
Perez county were too poor to pay
1906 taxes, according to the final re-
port of the county auditor.
Mrs. Agnes Staples, aged 4S, wife
of Clifford Staples, who lives near
Forest City, may die from the injuries
received by being dragged down the
mountain side by one foot, which had
caught in the stirrup Of her saddle,
and lying exposed for "a hours before
being found.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24
wAR on REpe N Poland.

Gear Believed to Have in Mind An.
other Dictatorship.
st, Petersburg, Aug, ia call to an
incorporating war with terrorism
and revolution in Poland was sounded
in the imperial telegram Of congratu-
lation Of Governor General Skallon Of
Warsaw on his escape from the bombs
of would-be assassins at Warsay. In
this telegram Emperor Nicholas. after
thanking divine providence for saving
the governor generals life, for me
and Russia" continues:
do not be discouraged; be resolute
in the battle with insensate anarchy
and sedition."
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24
other Towns Ruined.

One of the Valparaiso refugees de-
clares that Santiago has suffered moth
ing in comparison with the other towns
he has traversed on his way. Rail, tel
egraph and telephone communication
with Valparaiso are still interrupted.
After the panic had subsidized mass
was celebrated in the open air, it be-
ing impossible to use the churches.
1t is reported that a merchant has re-
ceived telegram saying that the town
Of Amrica has been destroyed. Pre-
vious reports that buildings at Talca
had fallen have been confirmed. The
city hall and the prison are in ruins.
The sea at Valparaiso remained calm
during the catastrophe.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24
Bob Treasurer at Midday.

Nicolaeiveff, Russia.-Eight armed
men attacked the treasurer Of the
Black Sea company at midday on the
principal street here. They killed the
treasurer as well as a policeman who
was accompanying him and made OF
with S14 900.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24
storm Sweeps Pennsylvania.

Pittsburg, Aug. 21.-Reports receiv-
ed here from points in all Allegheny
and neighboring counties indicate that
great damage has been done by a
storm that passed over western Penn
sylvania.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1906-08-24
Jailed PIotters.

Havana, Aug. 20. - Half a dozen
highly prominent leaders Of the liberal
party have been taken into custody on
the charge of conspiracy against the
government and plotting to assassinate
President Palma.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
AN UNUSUAL CONDITION
Montgomery Ward & Co., Got More Bust
ness Than They Want.

As an evidence of the advantages
of advertising, the following letter
rs most conclusive, Montgomery
Ward Co., have no salesman and sell
entirely by catalogue and other good
advertising methods.
Chicago, Nov. 1906.
We are sorry to say that we have
been obliged to stop sending out our
catalogues for the remainder of this
year. Our friends have been so gem
erous with their Orders this fall that
we now have more business than we
can handle in our present quarters,
at least during the holiday rush.
Next fall we will be located in our
new building, and will be able to
care for all business promptly.
Thanking you for your good inten-
lions which we hope will bear fruit
at later date.
We are sincerely
Montgomery Ward & Co.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
LAST WEEKS LOCALS.

Our venerable and esteemed friend
G. g. Hammond rounded out his
three score and ten years Tuesday.
He is now living on time "old Mas
ter" is warning him but he is appre-
ciative and is as proud Of his 10th
birthday as he was of his first pair Of
red top boots.
Lucien Bracey and wife, of Port
land, Oregon and Sam Bracey and his
sister, Miss Bert Bracey, of Ford 5
Ferry, were all In the'city last week
the guests of Mr.. and Mrs. John
Num- on College street Lucien
Bracey was reared in Fords Ferry sec
ton but went west about eight years
ago.
On Wednesday evening before
Thanksgiving Day, we were, the
second time this year, tn happy re-
cipientS of many nice things for the
culinary department, besides two
nice bed blankets, Deck-tie etc. We
are very grateful to our beloved here
and pray our Fathers benedictions
upon them. Your brother and sister
in Christ. Mr.. andMRs. is. ROVE.
The Rev. J. W. Lewis, the pre-.
siding Elder, of the NJ. f. church
soute in the Hopkinsyille district,
was in the city Sunday and inquired
for the Methodist church, some one
inadvertently directed him to the
Presbyterian church. He repaired
to that church and remained until
Sunday school was almost over before
he learned of his mistake, after which
he hurried to the Methodist church
where he was expected to speak to
the children
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
They Lovingly Remember Their Old Ken
tuCM Friends.

Blodgett, Mo-, Dee. 10, 1906.
Editor Press:
Dear Slr:--As my time Is nearly
out enclosed find $l.O0 for which
please send the Press for another year.
We Kentucky folks are always glad
to hear from our friends. The Press
is welcome visitor and each Friday
brings it to our home. Me and the
sold woman have a big tussle to see
which one gets it first,
| will close wishing the Press and
its many readers long and prosper
Gus life. u. W. HOWELL.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
Entertained.

The beautiful home of Judge and
Mrs. W. A. Blackburn was thrown
open to few young people Friday
evening Dec. 9Th in honor of Miss
Maud Finley, of St. Charles. Those
present were; Mr.. and Mrs. Roy
Gilbert. Ada Gopher, Maud FINLEY,
Maud Hurley, Nellie Love, Leaffa
Wilbur and Edna Cole. MesSrs.
Avis Stephens, Claud Lamb. John
Sedberru, Creed Taylor. Clarence
Franks, and Bruce Babb.
The string band was stationed in
the hall and music was furnished
throughout the evening. An inter-
esting tree contest was given and a
beautiful prize won by Mr.. Clarence
Franks.
Lovely refreshments were served
in two courses. first course, salad,
sandwiches and pickles, and ice
cream and cake.
A most pleasant evening was spent
with such a delightful host and hos
tess.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
Following the Flag.

When our soldiers went to Cuba and the Phil
pines, health was the most important consdera-
ton. Willis T Morgan, retired Commissary
Sergeant. U s A, of Rural Route 1, Concord, N II
says; Il was two years in Cuba and two years in
the Philippines, and being subject to colds, |
took DR. Kings New Discovery for Consumption
which kept me in perfect health. And now In
New Hampshire we find il the best medicine in
the world for coughs, colds, bronchial troubles
and lung diseases" Guaranteed at Woods az
Orme. druggists, Price soc and 500 Trial
bottle free
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
The Gill House Register.

Jno. Hodge Frances, j. 4. Mahan
Salem, H. K. Austin Salem, Amos
Hill Evansville, W. b. Hayward
Hampton, NJ. l. Bonham Smithville,
Tom c. CSAsfelI Suithvllle, G. c.
HalpeN Smithville, Mrs. Johnson
Ma5feld, W. H. Jackson Ala. o.
A. Ramsey Hampton, CIV Fisher
Summerville.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
We are sincerely
Montgomery Ward & Co.
Rev. and Mrs. Rowe Remembered.

The good sisters of Salem church
sent brother Rowe and wife many
nice things Monday. They were the
happy recipients of canned goods,
sugar, meat, potatoes, towels, dress
pattern and money Bro. Rowe and
wife love the good people of Salem
and pray that God will bless them,
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
Asthma Suffers Should Know This

Foey's Honey and Tar has cured many cases
Of asthma that we're considered hopeless. Mrs
Adolph Buesing. 7or West Third ST. Davenport
Iowa writes; "A severe cold contracted twelve
years ago was neglected until it finally grew into
asthma. The best medical skill available cow
not give me more than temporary relief FoiHDs
Honey and Tar was recommended and onHYhfty
cent bottle entirely cured me of asthma W n had
been growing me for twelve years. had
taken il at the start would been saYU years OF
suffering" Woods OTme
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
Children's

fayorite tonic is Whites Cream Vermifuge, the
cure for worms and all children, diseases It not
only Kill the worms, but removes the mucus and
slime in which they build their nest, It's action
on the child is mild and leaves him in a healthy
condition Joe Daniel, Surmac, Tenn, says thathe
gave one of his children Whites Cream Vermi.
fuge when the doctor thought it had collie and
from the FIRST dose the child passed , worms
Sold by Woods q Orme
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
To Cure A Cold in One Day.

Take Laxative Bromo QuinIne
Tablets Drugreists refund money ii
it fails 10 cure f.. W. Groves sig
nature is on each box. 25c.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
AMONG OUR EXCHAGES.
LIvINGTTON BANNER.

+. B. Sedberry and wife left Mon
day for Louisville, where Eugene
has a good position to work at his
trade He has developed into an ex-
cellent barber and hi, many cuSto-
mers regret to have him leave, but
no doubt his place will be well filled
by :. c. Kendall, the new proprietor
of the tonsorial parlor.
Judge Thos. Evans left on the
Fowler Monday for Tolu, where he
will remain for several DAYS on bust
ness.
Rev. J. 5. Henry the marble man
of Marion, was in town Monday on
business.
900
The three year-old daughter of
Jesse Barker. of near Cerulean
Springs, was so terribly burned, from
her clothing having. caught fire as
she stood close to an open CRATE, that
she ha, since died of her injuries.
She wa, alone IN the house at the
time, and before assistance could
reach her most Of the clothes were
burned from her body. -Hopkin,ville
New Fra,
600
One of the saddest deaths We have
heard Of for quite a while was that of
Corbin, the three year-old son of Mr..
and Mrs Jas Askew, which occurred !
last Sunday afternoon at the home of !
Mr.. j. X. Moore. of the Linton pre-
cinct, where they had gone on a visit.
They were preparing some sweet po-
,atocs for supper, when several of the
children were given pieces OF raw !
potato to eat. This little fellow got
,hoked on a piece Of it, from which
be died in about ten minutes without
ever receiving any relief. Every
hing was done for his relief that
Gould possibly be thought of, but all
without any avail This is one of
he most horrible deaths we have
heard of for long time.
The remains of the little fellow
were buried Monday afternOon.--
Cadiz Record.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
A DsIlgAXnhh Entertainment.

Miss Mabel Guess, delightfully."-
entertained a number of her friends
Friday evening, various things were
planned for the amusement OF the
guest and among them was musical
contest much enjoyed by all, Mr..
Chastain Haynes proving to be the
most musical received the prize.
The hostess choicest candies were
plentiful, aud also chocolate and wa
fers were served. Those present
were: Misses Susie Gilbert, Alta
Gopher, Maude Hurley, Maude Fin
lev and Nellie Love: Messrs John
Sedberry, Clarence Franks, Bruce
Babb, Chastain Haynes, Alyis Steph-
ems and. Mr.. and Mrs. John Shrodes.
EtEGTTERBICS BitL 3 D s$SIS $pT
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
TO THE HOME SEEKERS.

Any one wishing to buy realestate
in the new state Of Oklahoma, can
get cheap lands, good titles and free
Transportation by calling on F. W.
MOORE, Repton, Ky
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20

No buSr,ng or fishing on my farm
Trosnsssers WI be prosecuted. Sec
ond notice, ''"N >'''"N''
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
The Musical.

Ine mHsIca. given under thc au-
spices of DR. Frederick :. Sullwcl!
at the school drdtorium for the benc-
fit of the Sixth grade room. BY Mis-
Ida Cole, soprano, Miss Ada Heller,
pianist and Miss Nina Dale Park, Gel.
list. all of the Cincinnati, Ohio, Con-
servatory of music. was indeed a
rare treat for the lovers of classical
music. Each Of them was encour-
ed time after time which showed the
appreciation the audience felt for
their work. Misses Cole and Cellar
left Tuesday at noon for their homes,
Miss Park remand until Wednesday.
She was entertained by Mrs. j. W.
Wilson. Miss Cole was the guest Of
Mrs. II. H. Sayre and Miss Cellar
was entertained by Mrs. r. f, Hay
w.
nesN>
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1906-12-20
The YazOO Mississippi Valley

Is the title of a new pamphlet now
ready for distribution and published
by the Illinois Central Railroad Com
pany.
1t describes in detail the resources
ane possibilities of the richest valley
in the United States. For free
copy address the undersigned at
Manchester, Iowa.
j. Il. MERRY,
General immigration Agent.
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 18??-19??, 1906-02-20
SENATOR
\ Prominent Republican Says lie l.
Il Brave. Manly Foe, Who Fights
In the Open.

To the Editor: In the weekly Tar
Heel" IF January 25th, / find his
paragraph: THE floating rumoTS
about opposition TO Senator simmons
are idle ana without significance. Mr..
simmons is serving his fiIst term. and
it is really amiss to say that he is
measuring up to the expectations Of
his friends"
As a Republican | desire to com
mend this sentiment AMI TO AID hat
he is more han measuring up L TIM
expectations OF those who opposed
him. Many of Us regarded him as on
~ a shretvd party manipulation. an
adept in the art Of wire-puliing. but
his elevation to the L. :. Senate has
shown him in a far different light.
He has developed wonderfully III the
past few years and has proven HIM
self a patriot. a broad and Conserya-
tive statesman. VINO is at once an hon
OF and an to his State.
should the Democrats control tie ueXt
Legislature. ne viii be reelected
against any ana al corners Not on
~ what is called the machine" is
behind him, but the rank and file Gf
his party nave sublime faith in his
"a gacity-as a leader. They feel that
he is not only true To the best inter-
ests of his party. but To the best Ideals
Of American manhood. All men know
that he is Il remarkably strong deba-
ter and speaks in the language Of
logic and in tones of eloquence. He
Is a brave, manly foe. who fights i'm
the open. never from ambush, and
Republicans worthy OF the name. adj
mire than kind Of a ighter.
G.. NJ. +. kESSoN.
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 18??-19??, 1906-02-20

for hit suttinly am curis dat q wo-
ma changes her mind ev'y time she
changes her dress. Yassum. dat's a
fac. an de minute | cut my eye at a
om an see Whedder she has got
on her bes Sunday go-to-meetin' on
net, wild a fedder in de back an a red
rose standin' IN in de front. or her
ev'y day hat dat de chillen done played
feetball wild, an dat is bus out on de
side, an hilt together wild a safety-pin
III de top. / knows how to tackle her
bout her chickens gittin' into my back
ward an scratchin' UP de sweet peas
dat Ise been tryin' to sprout in a
box.
"Yessum. dem hats 'sholy is de
straw dat shows which way de win
blows, fer eff de woman is dress up.
she's gotter live up to dat ostrich fed
der an dat red rose an speak me po-
lite. an diSnified. bur eff she's got on
dat ole slabsided bonnet OF hers. hit
don't call for nothin' an she kin des
sail in an 'spressify herself lax she
feels bout folks dat is dat trechous
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 18??-19??, 1906-02-20
9Uin@AsShnw E

as dey gifts back into DER ole calico
fTOckS.
"Yassum, an dats de way hij
turned out. Yassum. | know all bout
de effec' dat clothes has on q woman
Eff you'll notice de time when a wo-
man gives her husband back talk, an
spanks dc baby is when she amt
dressed w.
Nov me-take me carly i'm De
maWnin' when | amt tied up IN no
straight front an is got a Mother
Hubbard. an my sleeves rolled up. n
] is a SerVigorouS woman Whdt can
lay down de law to a huSban' as well
as de Mex; but on dem cVenin'S when
/ is dressed up in my silk frock, Viii
n roo as big as a saucer dat is n
picture of Ike. an II gold chain roun'
my neck. | is SO meek an gentle dat
butter wouldn't melt In my mouf. an
| let's Ike go out to de crap game an
pertendS dat l thinks dat he has Dies
stepped roun' to de Drafr meetin.
An | amt took no notice dat / am
a bit different from odder women
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 18??-19??, 1906-02-20
-f:E( IGiE&R

says Sis Hannah Jane. as she dreens
de dregs out Of de beer can Wid an air
dat says dat shes 50 '1icted dat she
don't know what she's doin'. OATS Dc
true word. Dere Warn't nobody dat
could turn off a heftier days washin'
dan nay Almiry. or dat could flute cur
tans nicer dan my Sally. or was q
better housemaid dan my Lizzie, or
Cat could sweep a room cleaner dan
my Sophy. whilst Anna Sue was dat
good a cook dat she des had to pass
her han over de Dot TO make things
tasty.
But hits all over now. Sis Mi
randy. Dey's all one knock off work,
an Is settin' around home holdin'
books in DER hands. or rollin' DER
eyes at dc ceilin', or q mean1erin' an
a-perusin' around de street a-Winkin
an a-biinkin' at eV'y man dey sees.
DE Ian sakes,' 'sclaims |. 'Dey
sholy is los DER minds. When did
YOU fus' take notice dat dey done gone
crazy? An what makes EN-
Don't ak me- spoons Sis Hannah
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 18??-19??, 1906-02-20
HsiRAkDY on THE ETHICS OF
CLOTHES


n5hat ate - usr- IS It ras
hat EFer Jcnhius is tisat- stalks
bout Nhat said DAT ointh. I.aut max.
- man inquired MiranIy
- diSremerIh~r d EE-r Jsrkta-
called him. but maybe H. knu
shat pr. W4- f1lbia bout. M as
IL clothes don't maxi. 4e man. ~.
dere Sno#y aiut uHeH fsr HuBbtIt fp
DER hear. "u Iu 3 pair 81 hfffaH--
oar looks IIk tRs Jiai- ~ stg.eu8-
hinged together. an1 4 collar I8f toak~
lax = busted chins pitcher around H.
neck. aad 4 hat lat look lax d- SOUP
pot Of - ~ stove.
"~YaS~um. dere.s Z mighty good rel-
son Why men amt carried away b.
what Bicr jenkins calls j., vanity 81
dress. D-E diut got uGthiH tU carry
en- away. bat Hid women hits off
frrenf. an hit arm 4 mighty lucky
thing for dat man lat he aidu-t prog
nosticat- bout clothes NOT maxim H.
woman. for # m aaa. right den an
dar he Wouid a-lo-s his reputation -
a prophet.
Il aiu't saEin' nothia bout dem fat
ladies What Dc l~reS~uaksrs laces down
into Il real slim. sLriigut-fraut Geger.
Nuthcr is ! a-talkin' bout dem ions
femaIes dat lie dressnakers applies
cotton batting 10 "har il win 10 de
mos good.
"NaWm. dem kind Of things is a
secret tuixt q woman an her maker
an how Ii c'does hit am what she suf-
fers amt nobody elec'S business but
her own.
what I'm a-ex~DostuIatin' bout is
De effec' dat clothes has on a ma
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 18??-19??, 1906-02-20
scenes Outside White House.

Meanwhile. thousands had Gather
Cd about the White House. fascinated
by the thought tina; they could a- -J
near the scene on which the eye oil
the world is conferred t9dar. As large
curtain Of green canvas
over the outside Of the Das indoW
~ the East Room marked for those
on the outside the altar before Which
the bridal couple We're pIcieinG their
roth. For this reason the crowd
AROUND The eastern entrance was
larger than elsewhere, and packed
the sidewalk running etween the
Treasury Department and the White
House.
The croWd which gathered at the
South gate 10 witness the arrival Of
the diplomatic corps was keeniy dis
appointed TO note hat they did not
appear in uniform. Indeed this has
been a subject Of discussion for SOME
time, the more intimate friends of the
President in the corps insisting that
to appear in uniform was the cOuTte-
u thing 10 do. There is in the corps.
however, an ambassador who has al
Ways opposed the idea Of uniforms cT-
cept at the diplomatic receptions, ana
rather than show 10 the public Il
marked division of sentiment the
other members Of the corps yielded.
\ Typical Washington Crowd.
1t was a typical Washington crowd