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Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
WOULD PROVIDE A
RURAL HOME FOR
INDECENT MEMBERS
Recommendation Was Made b.
Grand Master Simmons Of
South Dakota a. wv.

Sioux Falls, S. D.. May 24.-Keen in,
terest is being taken in the various
sessions of the annual grand lodge
meetings of the Ancient Order OF
United Workmen and the Degree OF
Honor. OF South Dakota, now being
held here.
About 100 delegates are attending
The opening session was on the socia
order, and the visitors were treated
to a musical and literary program
C. C. Gene, master workman of Jasper
lodge, of this city, presided. Mayor
Pillsbury delivered an address of well
come In behalf OF the people of Sioux
Falls, While Judge N. NJ. Keith well
coined the visitors in behalf of Jasper
lodge.
A response was made by Grand
| Master Simmons, Of Huron. Mrs. M
j. Billion, of Sioux Falls, welcomed the
Degree OF Honor, and a response was
| made by Mrs. Ida Nelson, grand CHIEF
of honor, OF South Dakota.
Alexander Fraser. of Lead, is one OF
the most interesting figures in the
grand lodge meeting of the workmen
He is an engineer for the famous
Homestake Mining company n rep
sents the Lead lodge. An interesting
feature of his presence in Sioux Fails
is the fact that this is the first tint
he has been outside the confines OF
the Black Hills since locating in thai
part of the state in 1879.
He made his way overland in thai
year to the Black Hills from Pierre
ISL Lodges, t4,o0o Members.
Hon. T. M. Simmons, of Huron, grand
master, A. O. II. W., jurisdiction OF
South Dakota. today presented inter.
esting facts In his report. Within the
jurisdiction Of South Dakota, there are
ISL lodges, with a total membership OF
nearly $4,000, about 1000 being added
during the past two years. Since th<
organization OF the grand lodge there
has been collected and paid out, ST.
754,0 600. Among the recommendation
OF Grand Master Simmons Is n sug
gesting hat steps be Immediately taket
to provide q Workmen's rural home fo
aged an INDECENT members of he or
der and to this end asked that pro
visions be made for the purchase o
a section of land centrally located ant
easy of access from all parts of tn,
state, upon which a home such as h.
indicates shall be established. He alst
urges that the premium fee for new
members be abolished and hat thu
charter fee be reduced from $25 tt
SO INC believes If said reduction il
made, it will result in greatly increas.
ing the number OF lodges; that the
certificate fec Of 81 now charged mem.
bers, be abolished. Another important
recommendation is that the grand lodge
commence at one TO create q reserve
fund, contendiHB that under the pres
ent plan OF assessment and that by
centralizing the various funds Of tn,
order and investing the same in Scutl
Dakota real estate mortgages, that I:
reserve fund OF at least $4,000 car
be accumulated in two years and re
main on the level 81 plan of assess
ment.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
VICTIM DIES AND CHARGE
WILL NOW BE MURDER

Fairfax, S. D., May 25.-The death in
an Omaha hospital OF Charles Meyers,
who was severely cut in a fight with
q celebrated Gregory county character,
named Doc" Wilson, will result in the
charge against Wilson being changed
from assault with a deadly weapon
and intent to do great bodily harm, to
murder in the first degree. The fight
took place at a point or the Missouri
river opposite Wheeler, and resulted I'm
Meyers being cut several times on one
Of his legs with a knife in the hands of
Wilson.
The fight took place on March "A.
Within a few days blood-poison de-
veloped in Meyers injured leg and 1t
was found necessary TO remove him to
an Omaha hospital.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
COUNTY GIVES RURAL
TRACTION LINE RIGHT or WAY

Armour. S. d., May 24.-rhe promot
ers of the recently incorporated Wag
ner, Lake Shore and Armour Traction
company are making Roadway In secur
ing the necessary right of way, etc.
for the enterprise. Last week they
made application to the proper authori
ties of Charles Mix county for the use
of the highways along designated
routes for uee Of the company for s
term of twenty years which the county
authorities granted instantly. The same
steps will be taken in this county anG
win come UP for hearing on the 10th
OF June.
John Abshcr. OF Wagner, has been
granted . franchise to install an cleo
Iric lighting plant III this city which
will run for twenty years.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
GRAND LODGE q. @. y. w,
REFLECTS SiMM 0MS. c. M

Sioux Falls, S. D., May 25.-Oficers
were elected as follows by the grand
lodge A. Q. u. w. here:
Grand master, r. N. Simmons, Hur
on; grand recorder, J. d. Layine, Aber-
deem; grand receiver, j.. r. Plat,
Clarke; foreman. Olaf Nelson. Yank.
ton; overseer, j. II. PARROT, Piarpoint;
guide, w Newell, Belle Fourche; in
side watch, AK Mccullough, High
more; outside watch, Fred s. Rowe.
Pierre; trustee for six years, c.. j.
Swanstron, Deadwood.
Degree OF Honor officers are:
Grand chief Of honor, Mrs. Maude
Hyde, Webster; grand lady OF honor,
Mrs. Emma Court. Spearfish: grand
chief Of ceremonies, MrE. Emma Thay-
e., BrOOkings; grand usher, Mrs. Dore
Milbank; grand recorder, Mrs. Kate
Holmes, Verdon: grand receiver, Mrs
Mary FAIR. Pierre.
The next grand lodge meeting goes
to Pierre.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
EX-SHERiFF AND CHIEF
OF POLICE Is DEAD

Sioux Fails, s.. D., MAY 24.-Joseph
NJ. Dickson, one of the pioneer settlers
Of this (Minnehaha) county, is dead at
the home Of his daughter, Mrs. Rooney,
Cf Flandreau.
The remains will be brought to Sioux
Fails Thursday for interment. He was
q member Of the local lodge OF Elks,
and n veteran Of the civil war.
Mr.. Dickson had been in poor health
for about a year He vas born In
Logan county, o., in 1910. He located
On a homestead in Minnehaha county
carly in 1871, engaging in farming un-
til 1880, when he became sheriff OF
Minnehaha county, which office he held
for six years. For three years follow
ing he was chief Of police Of Sioux
Falls, and served three additional years
on the police force.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
DENVER JOBBERs INVADE
BLACK HILLS WITH BANE

Hot Springs, s. d, May 25.-Mem.
beTs CT the Colorado Manufacturers
association, of Denver, are making 8
tour Of the Black Hills and a portion
&C Wyoming and will spend q week
on this trade seeking journey. Since
Denver has secured more favorable
rates to the Hills, it proposes to in.
crease its wholesale business. The
visitors travel in a special train OF
four Pullman cars, a diner and baggage
car, and have a band Of twenty-five
pieces, said to be one of the finest mus
zeal organizations in the United States
The cost to the association amounts &c
G,G0o, besides the meals.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
INSPECTING BATTLE
MOUNTAIN SANITARlUM

Hot Springs, S. H., May 24.-Five
members OF the board OF managers OF
tha National IIcme for Disabled Vol
urreer Soldiers arrived here at moor
today in a special car over the Bur-
iingtoE railroad. The board Is accom-
panied by the secretary-treasurer and
Inspector General Colonel Ellwell. This
afternoon will be given up to a thor
3ugh inspection of the National SAM.
turiuln at this place, followed by O
meeting of the board which leaves Hot
GpringS tomorrow.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
SHERIFF OF DOUGLAS
COUNTY, DIES SUDDENLY

Armour, S.. D., May 25.-C. w. Kauf.
man, sheriff OF Douglas county, died at
his home in this city Tuesday, aged 81
years, Of apopleXy. He leaves a wife
and four children. He carried insur-
ance in several fraternal and old lire
companies. He was serving his second
term as sheriff Of this county and was
most highly respected. The funeral
was held this afternoon from the Meth
Cdist Episcopal church, Rev. c. L
FilleDrown officiating. Local lodge A
II. & A. NJ, Of which he was a charter
member, had charge.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
BANKER KING WANTS
TO TRY ANOTHER JAIL

Sioux Falls, S. D., May 25.-Doubt-
less becoming discouraged over his in
ability to furnish $500 bail. Charles
G. King, the alleged Scotland bank
wrecker, arrested in Chicago several
weeks age, has just made a formal APP
plication to Judge Garland, of the
United States court, for his transfer tc
the Yankton county Jail.
Since being brought back to Sioux
Falls King has occupied a cell in the
county Jail. 1t is supposed he desires
To be carer his attorneys, f. D.. Wicks.
of Scotland, and w. III. Farnsworth, of
Sioux City,
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
FARMERS EUY ELEVATOR
FROM SIOUX CITY MAN

fTarrisburg,t $. D., May 24.-The re-
Gently organized Farmers Elevator and
Supply company, of this place. has
purchased what is known as the Ter
willigor elevator here. George Terwil.
Tiger, Of Sioux City, was present to
conclude the transaction which in
cludGs the elevator, coal sheds, corn
cribs and two wagon scales.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
Limited to a Decade.

The physician looked grave.
Il give you he said, but ten more
years to work"
Grinding his teeth, the actor missed
Inadvertently:
Curse you, why didn't you tell me this
before? Are you aware that you have
robbed me of at least seven farewell sea.
sons?"
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
stare of Ohio, City of Toledo, Lucas coun.

Frank j. Cheney makes oath that he Is
senior partner Of the firm of +. J. Cheney
* Co., doing business In the City Of To-
ledo, County and State aforesaid. and that
Sald hrm will pay the sum OF ONE HUN
DRIED DOLLARS for each and every case
OF Catarrh that cannot be cured by the use
OF Halls Catarrh Cure.
FRANK ]. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and subscribed in my
presence, this 9th day Of December. A. d..
1885. A. w. GLEASON,
tSeal) Notary Public.
Hairs Catarrh Cure is taken Internally,
and acts directly on the blood and mucous
surfaces Of the system. Send for testimo-
malls, free. I. j. CHENEY & CO,
Toledo, o.
Sold by all Druggists, 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for constipation.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31

To improve the general health, take
Garfield Tea daily for a time it purides
the blood. eradicates rheumatism and
many chronic ailments, and keeps the
health good! Garfield Tea is made of
herbs; it is guaranteed under the Pure
Food and Drugs Law. Garfield Tea Co.,
Brooklyn, n. Y.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31

Ask Your Dealer for Ailen's Foot Fas,
A powder TO shake into yolr shoes. It rest.
the feet. Cures Coras. Buniors, swollen,
Sore. Hot. Gallons, Aching. Sweating feet
and Ingrowing Nails. Aliens Foot Ease
makes new or tight shoes easy. Sold by all
Druggists aud Shoe stores. POE. Sample
Iaailed FREE. Address Allen s. Olnstcd,
lie Roy, y. Y.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
TWO OUT OF THE DAMN
FAMILY WE'D AT ONCE

Arlington, S. d., May 25.-A double
wedding occurred mere Tuesday after
noon, Victor Damn being united tc
Miss Cecilia Carlson, and Miss Millie
Damn becoming the wife OF Jens Jen-
son. A large party of relatives ano
friends witnessed the affair.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
Fortunate.
Vt IUFIa SIS
ON the philannlnhia Press

From the Philadelphia Press.
II never was so happy before" said the
new benedict. Marriage has made a diff
ferent man of me-
I'm glad TO hear it," said his rival, for
your wife'S AXE"
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
MISSES ARE
PASSED AROUND

Reading. IA. May 22.-Washing
OF feet and the giving Of the holy
the iove-feasr OF the German Bap-
list Brethren Of eastern Pennsyl-
van.as There was such kissing as Is
seldom seen In q church. The Rev.
a. L. Crater. of Norrls;own. leaned
over and kissed the Rev, ID. r.
Zseg.er. OF lloyers-Ford, who. in
'ssr-. raised the KISS along the line
through the entire congregation,
the last in tswn kissing Crater.
:
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
Eusinesotike.
From S.mpllcissimus

Future Father-.n-Law-I am sorry to IL
form you that my daughter VIII not re
ceive her fortune until after my death.
Future Son-in-Law-Wen, ard how Ok
are you now?
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31

DO you appreciate your friends as
kind to you are scarce enough; do you
properly appreciate those who are good
TO you
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
Altogether Comparative.

From the Baltimore American.
Don't you agree with the president or
being down on this m~olly-coddling BUSH
ness?"
well, that depends"
Depends on what?"
ION Molly"
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31

the morning. DOan's Kidney Pllis help-
ed me right away, and the great RELIEF
hat followed has beer permanent"
Sold by all dealers. 80 cents a DoX.
Foster ilburn Co, Buffalo, \. \.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31

tell of cures made by
Doau's Kidney Pills.
John G.. Coleman, a
prominent merchant
of ~SwainsborO, Ga,
says: For several
years my kidneys
were affected, and my
back ached day and
night. | was languid,
nervous and lame in
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
is APPOINTED REFEREE IN
BANKRUPTCY AT RAPID cry

Sioux Fails. S. d.. May 25.-H. 70.
Edwards. Of Rapid city, has been an
pointed referee In bankruptcy at Rapis
City Cor two years.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31

a e CO - St Virgs lrure and all Nervous Disease
L ! ~ icTBHrCut!y { Urcd by DR.. Kline s Great
Nerve ECsl7rcr. Send for free 50 trial bottle aud treatise.
DIR. "a. IL. KLINE, Id, S3l &fch Street, Philadelphia, Pa
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
LEARN TO az a BARBER.

Learn at home during your leisure hours
In three to five weeks by The Ionsori sys-
TEN; when qualified there Is always a po-
sftion open for you at from SIS to IS ler
week. We teach you by mail and save
you from $50 10 $50 besides loss OF tune.
Address The Tonsori Co.. 14l1A, Broadway.
Kansas City, Mo.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
A Rn,miInEor.
Trom FIleGendo Blaet

From Fliegende Blaetter.
Passenger about to leave the cars, sees
heavy satchel fall from the rack on a
lady's h~ead)-That's very fortunate. /
had just forgotten it was there.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31

When writing 20 advertisers IL will
bo to your interest to say that ycu aasv
their lad" in this paper.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1907-05-31
BACKACHE Is KIDNEYACHH,

Eure h Kidneys and the Pain VIII
Never Return.
Only one way to cure an aching PACK
Cure the cause. the kidneys. Thousands
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-06-02
Swell Models of
ETON AND COAT SUITS

The Handsomest the smarest and most stylish Gar
ents they all New Creations sent us direct by our
New York buyer
AT S1o so-Eton Suit, made of fine White Rep Jacke
and Skirt handsomely braided.
ATS17.oo-Etoh Suit made of White Linen, Jacket and
Skirt braided and trimmed with Baby Irish Lace
AT S1o.so-Eton Suit, made of White Linen, acket
braided, applique and eyelet embroidery and lace
trimmed.
AT $40 oo-Coat Suit made of fine White Linen Coat
and Skirt braided and appliqued, very stylish
There are many Others impossible to describe;
prices up to $3.50; you cordially invited to COME
AND SEE THEM.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-06-02

Two duelists were taking the earl,
train for Fontainebleau. their Mace of
meeting. "A return trip said the
first duelist to the ticket agent. Single
for me- said the second man quietly.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-06-02

Aha" clustered the other, you are
afraid you won't come back, are you?
AS for me, I always take a return
Il never do said the second man.
Il always take my return half from
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-06-02

Hewitt-What did they charge you a
day at that summer hotel? Jewitt--r
only know the minute price.-Town
Talk.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-06-02

the dead mans pocket
-~s-%-e~-
He (sighing)-What have I got to
live for? She-I don't KNOWS sorne>
body making you Chicago News.
St. Johns review. (Saint Johns, Or.) 1904-current, 1907-07-19

Work is progressing nicely on the
big asbestos factory and the new box
factory, the latter is installing its ma
chinery this week and will perhaps
be able to start up next week.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-03-21
GEORGIA

Mrs. Bertha Bliss of FULLY, n. y,
who has been visiting her uncle. Fred
Bliss, will leave for Burlington this
week where she will pass several days
with her father, G. G. Bliss, who is
slowly recovering from a severe attack
Of the Erip-1'hc entertainment given
nv the Methodist society Thursday eve
ming was a success and cleared q neat
sum for the soCietH.--Cortis Brooks.
who is to run the Ballard separa tor
for G. Murphy. has begun work as has
Leo Allen, who has charge of the sep
arator station near Nat ydn's-Mr.
strong, who has run the creamery at
oakland for a few years, has moved to
Thctford where he has similar posi-
tiou and Ward Morton is in charge
here until April I, when Charles Brown
Of Bakersfield will assume the duties.
--FaYettc Gates, who bought the Pow
ell farm at Oakland, has taken pos
session of the same.--Mrs. Joseph Bal
lard, who was called to Iowa by the
serious illness of her sister, Mrs. Sa-
mantha KinslcY Kellogg. did not reach
there until after the death of her sis
ter. but in time for the funcral.--Ja-
son Newton and Amanda Thomas were
called to Greensboro Thursday by tho
death of Mrs Cornelius Clary.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-03-21

having trouble with one eye as a result
of German measles, Is improving. Miss
May Leach, n teacher in the village
school, was unable to teach Monday
because of n second attack of the meas
lcs.--W Baduc, who has employment on
the street railway In Boston, is in town
for a few days.--The w. +. NJ s. real
lied 1925 from a tea served at tho
MIR. and Mrs. NJ =. Perlcy's Tuesday
evening-E NJ Mitchell. who passed
Sunday with his family in Sweetsburgh,
que. returned Tuesday.--Mrs A. A..
Kendall will go soon 10 Worcester,
Mass, where she will live with her
daughter, Mrs. W. II. Noble.-Thc first
robins OF the season were observed hero
Tuesday, clifford Chambers of Mont
pclcr Seminary is passing the vacation
with his brother. r. r. CHARACTERISTICS
L. j. Helmes is passing few days with
her daughter. Mrs. G. II. Brtch, Mt East
Highgatc.-E. i. Greenwood returned
from a weeks absence Tuesday in Bos
tom Mrs. Greenwood. who passed tho
week in Coventry returned at the same
time
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-03-21
ISLE LA MCTTE.

Mr. and Mrs. William Naylor are the
parents of an infant son.--W. T. Connell
has returned to Tarrytown, y. Y. after
several weeks here.--Miss Rena Hin is
confined to the house again by illness
Mrs Clara Thomas OF Swanton and Lee
Thomas of burlington We're in town Tues
day to attend the funeral of William
Thomas.-Joseph leila is moving to
Kccsevillc, y. Y.--N w. Fisk's store was
broken into last week and several dollars
worth of goods stolon.-Miss 10 Longheld
was at home from Plattshurgh over Sun
daY.-N. +. Parody of Chazy was in town
Tuosday.-Mrs William Montgomery is in
a critical Cond! tlon.-William II. Thomas
aged SO years died March 10 following
general breakdown of health extending
back several months He was born IN
Chazy, y. Y. March is, 1893. He was
twice married, to Cornelia Pike and later
t. Lonana Pike, daughters of Henry Pike
of this town. The funeral was held
March IL at his home here. the Rev. w
l.. Lang officiating, and the burial was
in the village cemetery. lie Is survived by
a wife and one daughter, Mrs. T. II
Whitney of New Jersey two grandson.
Roy Thomas OF Connecticut and Lee
Thomas of the University Of Vermont
Burlnton, two sisters and one brother
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-03-21
STOWE

Mr., and Mrs. Bert Merrill. who have
lived at George Lewis through the win
ter went to Burlington last week and
returned to Stowe Friday. Mr.. Merrill
was In an excited condition and made a
good deal Of disturbance at A. c. Stay
toms where they spent the night In the
morning they drove up to Chandler
Watts's when C, T.. Burt and G., W.
Buzzell were called and took Mr. Merrill
TO the lookup. 1t is not certain whether
he is suffering from delirium tremens or
is insane.--Mrs. L. b. Tomlinson fell
Thursday from veranda and was con-
siderably injured. Miss Grace Bigclow
of North Bennington Is at home for the
spring vacation.--E, r. Blgelow Is i'm
proving slowly from severe attack Of
Influenza. Mrs. Ruth Robinson will go to
Burlington this week where she has EN-
ployment. Her daughter will accom-
continued ON 4th PageD
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-03-21
BAKERSFIELD.

Mrs. j. a. Bundy Of MorrisVlle is the
guest of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs Austin
Barnes-lI. II. Scott went last week to
Ilavcrhul, y. IL, to attend the funeral of
his brother. the Rev. George Scott-W.
L. Tillotson was In ST. Adams Friday
Palmer Leach and Austin Barnes have
been IN St Adams as Jurors. The two
years old son of Mr.. and Mrs. f.. Il.
Maynard died suddenly Friday morning.
The death was caused by the breaking
Of an absess in the throat. The funeral
was held Sunday. the Rev T. w. Uarwood
offiCiatlng.-A Grange was organized
hero Saturday with Ga charter members
Mr.. and Mrs H. O. Tllotson were In Bur-
llngtOn Monday.