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The state herald., 1907-03-22

the conservative, the radical and all
grades of ideas between the two. Leg
islation must be a compromise between
these different ideas and consequently
cannot embody in full the position of
either extreme and it is well that it
does not. COLORADO needs railroad leg
lslation but cannoC afford to enact leg
islation that will discourage railroad
building or cripple the roads already
built. In legisiating, Ihe capital in
vested IN railroads should be treated as
fairly as that invested in any other line
OF business and no more so. The bill
that has been passed by the legislature
does no injustice to capital invested in
railroads but provides protection to 9TH
er property interests against injustice
ut the hands oil the railroads. The bill
in its provisions is not as far-reaching
as the advocates of radical legislation
demanded but, in time like the pres
ent when TO enact railroad legislation
has become popular with state legisla-
lures, 1t Is certainly wise TO make haste
slowly in such legislation. The bill that
has been passed is plenty radical for a
starter.
The state herald., 1907-03-22
MAKING THE DOG GO BACK. "
Never a sign of Shep about

Never sign of Shep about
All, what a threadbare ruse!
Down the lane, to the gate, and out,
Sorry the scamp is loose;
Visions Of trouble close at hand,
Keeping one on the rack;
Hard for boy, you understand,
Making the dog go back!
Whistled to come, day after day,
Lured with endearments fond;
Shifting you up out in the hay,
Swimming with you in the pond;
Chasing your foe with bristling name,
Hot on the rabbits track;
Wonder it goes against the gain,
Making the dog go back?
Ha, there he is, low in the grass,
Only his ears in view;
Spying the way that you must pass,
Keeping his distance. too;
Needless alike to vile and threat,
SneakinR away 10 tAck,
Shall returns for your pains you gct.
Making the dog go back!
Another halt, few rods on,
And a bootless chase the while;
The homestead disappears anon;
But, again, within the mile.
Shops bland nozzle is peeping out
The last gates gaping crack;
Ready to call it quits, no doubt,
Making the dog go back!
Many memory fond is therv,
Dear days that now are DER:
And ever the heart Is fain to fare
The old home-road once more:
Only in dreams now may see
Old Shep upon my track,
And morning seems unkind to me,
Making the dog go back!
Kansas City Star.
The state herald., 1907-03-22
Will Not Save Fence.

The impression seems to prevail that
II the government were 10 take charge
Of the unnppropriatcd public lands and
establish grazing districts thereon that
In some way those who have Illegally
erected fences would be protected and
that they would be relieved from the
penalties Of the statute regarding illc'
gal fencing. Such canno, be the case.
II the fences were Illegal when erected
they would be just MS Illegal should a
public grazing law be passed. do not
know Of amy proposed bill on the sub
jcet which lcgalizcs any fences illegally
erected. ! am strongly Of the opinion
tha, this argument Is held out To live
stock men for the purpose OF working
up n sentiment among thom In favor Of
leasing system Of the public lands for
grazing purposes but Il cannot have
such an effect. RonERr w. BosYSGr.
The state herald., 1907-03-22
Railroad Legislation.

II seems rather strange that in near
ly all OF the states where Legislation is
being had for the control Of railroad
companies Il has taken the form Of an
attack upon the passenger rate charged
by the railroad companies. The people
are not suffering nearly as much from
the present passenger rntes M they arc
from freight rates. on,y eompars-
lively small per cent Of the people are
actually forced TO travel ON the railroads
and pay passenger fare and most Of
those who do travel do 30 for pleasure.
On the other hand the people are all d.
roctly interested In freight rates ms
they are all forced 10 pay freight. The
very everyday nceoaaariea Of life arc
taxed by the high freight rates and the
great need Of the hour In the line Of
railroad legislation Ia. II possible. 10
give some relief from these high freight
rates. The railroad companies are not
making anything Ike the profit on their
passenger traffic that h made on the
freight businoaa. The people can well
afford 10 pay cents per mile passen.
ger fare for travelling II they can only
have n reduction In freight on the nee.
cssarieA Of life, The legislators should
first give relief from the burdens Of the
great mass Of the people and then turn
their attention TO relief for those who
enjoy the luxury Of travelling.
The state herald., 1907-03-22
THE NUMBER INCOMPLETE.

Perhaps he invented the story, but 1
well-known photographer tells this fol
fact. A woman entered his studio.
Are you the photographer"
Eyes, madam"
''Do you take children's pictures?"
eyes, certainly"
"how much do you charger"
Three dollars dozen"
well" said the woman, sorrowfully
I'm have to see you again. I've only
got eleven"
The state herald., 1907-03-22
The Railroad Bill,

The Colorado legislature has finally
succeeded In passing railroad com.
mission bill. The bill may not prove
satisfactory 10 all factions but 4, Ia
very seldom tha, law Ia enacted that
docs. A state legislature represents
The state herald., 1907-03-22

The two cent per milo railroad pas.
scngcr fare law has gone Into effect In
Nebraska. The railroad companies
have signihed their intention Of bring.
Ing an action to tcst the law claiming
that |, will be held unconstitutional and
Il Ia claimed tina, Governor Sheldon has
very little faith In the fiat 2 cent rate
standing The test Of the courts. The
railroads claim that the fiat cent per
mile rate as applied TO the smaller and
less Travelled lines Of road will be held
by the courts 10 be conaaeatory.
The state herald., 1907-03-22

Seventy-fye members Of the Iowa
legislature are reported as favoring the
denomination OF President Roosevelt
for president. II this report is correct,
the Iowa voters must be largely in IA
vor Of third term.
The state herald., 1907-03-22
No More Fast Trains.

In discussing the proposed reduction
OF the running time of through trains
yesterdays State Journal had this to
say regarding the Burlington: The Bur
-yast ono -fas..--sraiss between Chicago
and Denver, for example, now makes
the run in twenty-seven and one-half
hours, and It is proposed 10 place 1t on
a schedule Of thirty-three hours or even
slower. II this is done corresponding
reductions will be made in the time be-
tween other cities. The saving in ex.
penses by such a Encouragement in
schedules would result in n saving in
the cost Of operation Of the trains af.
fected and would also make Il possible
to take of large number Of local
trains. With heightened schedules it
would be possible TO do the local work
with the fast trains. II is claimed that
the railroads will make number of
moves 10 secure greater economy In OPP
GRAFTON. and that the present service
will not be maintained. Restrictive
and rate legislation Is given as the
cause for this move on the part Of the
roads. Curtis Enterprise.
The state herald., 1907-03-22

Z. N. McPherrin has let the contract
for his new bank building to j. Il. Conk-
lin and sons.
The state herald., 1907-03-22

For fine job printing go to the llrR-
AID.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

The Juneau Dispatch, with assumed wisdom, announces that it is not possi- bIe for publicity promoters" to bring additional workers to this part of Al aska. What devilish impulse prompted such an assertion. is more than we can fathom. Every man who writes to hls brother. back at the cid home and says Bill. come out here, have good job, steady work at good pay, and can get you in," is a publicity promoter" with in the meaning of the term. Every man and woman in Alaska who writes to friends and relatives, singing the praises of Alaska, is ''publlclty pro- moter, and it is all having it's effect. People are coming, and they will come. The Southeastern Alaska Homeseek- CTS Information Bureau, that little or canization that started in Douglas and is fast widening the scope of its use fulness to all parts of this section, IS also publicity promoter" lt seeks to do, in a systematic, business way just what all good citizens-andwe use the term "good" citizens adyisedly- are doing now in their own way. The only advantage the Bureau has over the individual is in the fact that the same information ecu be sent to many different iuquirers and the Bureau will have it prepared in the form of circu' lar letters, or pamphlets, which will save the work of much writing. The Bureau has no desire to monopoIIze the field, but especially desires to help all similar efforts. It may not set the world on fire, but it will keep trying to build up, and not tear down. That being the case, we cannot conceive why any man in the country should set his face against the publicity promoter"
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
The Aged Babe.

w. H. Trimmer, of Molina, Fla, says there are no happy faces in New York. Mir. Trimmer, an aged, healthy, cheerful man, visited New York last month, and the strained, worried look of the New Workers shocked and displeased him.
 "You live too fast" Mir. Trimmer said to reporter "That is your trouble, fast living. Your very children have an aged air. Why"
 He gave loud laugh.
 "Did you ever hear about the New York child and the christening? No? Then listen.
 "There was young couple on the East Side that postponed the christen- ing of their first born till the little fellow was three years old.
 "He was, of course, very wise for 3. He had gotten about a lot. In short, he was New Yorker.
 And the morning of the christening, in the hushed and crowded church, when the clergyman took the white robed babe in his arms and sprinkled it's small face plentifully with water, it grimaced and spluttered, and shout ed up angrily in the good priests face:
 "'Hey, cheese it will you? If ye do that agin, I'll bifF ye one.'
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
U. s. CUSTOMS
Collector, Clarence L. Hobart, Juneau.
U. s. COURTS

Division No. 1.-RoyG1 A. Gunnison, judge; c. c. Page, clerk of courti Harold LulI court Stenograpber; John l. Boyce, U. S district attorney; James NJ. Shoup, U. S' Marshal,
 Division No. 2.-Alfred s. Moore, judge; John H. Dunn, clerk of court; Henry M Hoyt, U. S. district attorney; Thomas Cader Powell, U. s. marshal.
 Division No. S,-James Wickersham, judge; Edward J. Stier, clerk of court; George A. JefFries, court stenographer; N. V. Harlan U. S. district attorney; George c. Perry, U $. marshal.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

The proprietor of large business house bought a number of signs read ing, "Do it now," and had them hung around the office, hoping to inspire his people with promptness and energy in their work. In his private office one day soon afterwerd friend asked him how the scheme affected the staff.
 "Well, not just the way thought it would" answered the proprietor. "The cashier skipped with thirty thousand dollars, the head bookkeeper eloped with the private secretary, three clerks asked for an increase of salary and the office boy lit out to become highway man." /
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

The following uncredited, but truth ful statement, deserves a wide circula- lation: "A newspaper may boom a town through it's editorial and news columns, but critical investor looks to the advertising columns for substan- tial evidence of push and life. To him they are thermometers measureing the intensity of public warmth; they are the pulse which indicates the healthy condition of the collective body of the people; they tell him whether or not the community IS up to the times in business matters. ."-Pointers.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

More trouble for the military. Prest' dent Roosevelt has ordered that the officers must learn to ride real live horses and jump hurdles. He'll be sorry for this if one of them falls off and hurts himself. Just think, for in- stance of our friend Major (that title vould look better and be more appro- priate to bis deserving with the "Gen- eran affix) galloping over the roads he is building in Alaska, on a real live horse, and taking the fallen monarchs of the forest for hurdles!-Ketchikan Miner.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

Rev. Thomas Jenkins, of St. Johns Episcopal mission church, was pas senger on the Princess May this morn ing, en route for Newark, Ohio, where his family has been sojourning since last fall. From Newark he will go to Richmond, Va. as the clerical delegate from Alaska to the general convention of the church to be held at that place. He will probably be absent all winter, during which time he contemplates a visit to his mother in England.-Ketch- ikan Miner.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

Fresh fat Turkeys, Spring Chickens and Hens, Cranberries. Celery Hothouse Lettuce, P rsIey, green Onions, Gu cumberS, Cabbage, Car Q t s. s qua s h, Pumpkins, Turnips. green and red Pep perS, Tomatoes, Beets Garlic, Onions, Par snips, Sweet Potato s Scotch Kale, Red Cabbage. Fresh Fish shrimp, Ranch Eggs and Eastern Eggs. Star and Premium Hams and Bacon, Fresh and Picked Tongues, Bologna and Summer Sau- sage, Fresh Smoked and Salt Herring, Smoked Beef sliced, Boiled Ham sliced, Sour pickles and Dill Pickles, Picked Olives. Beets and Saur kraut. Ooligan Spiced Russian Cay far and Sardines, An chovieS Cod Fish and Salmon Bellies, Cheese of all kinds, Imported Swiss, Ro- chefort, Edam, I'm perial, Ere akfast Cream, Limburger, Honey in glass jars, Fresh Apple Cider and Vinegar. Fresh Meats and Game at Wholesale and Re
 tail,
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

Many a man has troubled his brain over the problem, "is life worth living" The knowledge that life is "a narrow vale" makes the peaks of the two eter- mites bear down upon us with solemn frown. We are sad. We know not why, but We tremble and fear, and the little span of life holds naught but sorrow. But why should it be so? We cannot stay the flight of time with all our tears. Then let us laugh, and enjoy the little day that is ours. Let songs and flowers bear us joy, and make us happy in the hour Fill the hours with kind and cheerful deeds and we will have none to spare for sadness. Help our selves by helping each other. Then let us laugh. If we have nothing to laugh about, spend the time inventing some thing. We have nothing to fear. The eternity that is to come cannot be diff ferent from the eternity that has passed.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

Some difficult questions are being brought to the attention of the bank ruptcy courts. The case of the lady who mortgaged her houseto buy an au- tomobile is now followed by that of the female bankrupt who could not pay her rent, yet who paid $50 for cat with a pedigree. Instances like these cause referees in bankruptcy to become puzzled and dejected, yet they are all variations upon the old story of the family that landed in the poorhouse because of it's effortsto live up to set of blue china which had been presented by an ill-advised friend.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

A JuneaU preacher felt that he was qualified to preach a sermon to men on Labor Day Sunday" taking for his theme "The Plough is Mightier than the Sword" 1t was young man who saw in a dream the letters of fire "G. !. C." and he interpreted the meaning as, "Go Preach Christ" But the old elder, who was consulted, declared that the letters meant "Go Plow Corn"
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

The first copies of the special Gasti- neau number of the Alaska Yukon came in the mail last night. A somewhat hurried examination re- veals tasty arrangement of matter and a large number of well-printed cuts. A careful perusal will be neces- sary to determine the merit of the although the names of the writers lead us to expect great things.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
U. s. SURVEYOR GENERALS OFFICE

JUNEAU.-William L. Distin, surveyor-gen- eral; George Stowel, chief clerk Martin George, chief draftsman; John J./ClarlS stenographer aud type writer; William F. JefPreys, transcribing clerk; William Rugg, draftsman; Laurence Dclmore, copying clerk; Charles Haley, messenger.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

Mrs. Henpeck-Shame on you for growing about pr. Bolus. Didn't he just bring you back from the jaws of death Henpeck (wearilyj-And back to the jaws of life.-Borrowed.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
Proxy Payment not Desired.

Neighbours Pretty Daughter-How much is this yard?
 Draper's Son (desperate "spoons" on her)-Only one kiss.
 "If it's so cheap l will take three yards, and grandma will pay you"
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
HON. VIM. L. DISTIN -Surveyor-General Approves of
 the s. A. H. 1. B.

The following letter from the Hon. Wm. l.. Distin, U. s. Surveyor-General for the District of Alaska, and also Acting Governor, is another indication of the general and widespread approv- al of the plans of the s. A. H. 1. B.: DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR,
 Office of U. s. Surveyor-General
 For the District of Alaska.
 JUNEAU, August 3l, 1907. GENTLEMEN
 am in receipt of your letter of the r26th inst. with literature enclosed, all of which have carefully perused. The object of your Bureau is worthy and deserving one and, in my opinion, if conducted on the lines contemplated, in a conservative, systematic, business like manner, will yield good returns not only for Southeastern Alaska but for all Alaska.
 This is an age of progress. The unit ed and earnest efforts of all interested citizens, for the good of the cause, will, firmly believe, accomplish the desired objects of your Bureau.
 am heartily in sympathy with, and favor any legitimate organized efforts not alluring-stating facts, that will tend to encourage and foster immigra- ton to this great commonwealth and help to develop and upbuild it's indus tries.
 I have unbounded faith and conf- dence in the bright future of Alaska. It is steadily forging to the front and will doubtless be the greatest mining section of our country. It is only a question of time when its mineral wealth and resources will astonish the world. Hoping the efforts of your Bureau of Information will be crowned with suc- cess, with all good wishes, ana
 Very respectfully yours,
 WN. l.. DISTN,
 Acting Governor. To the President aud Secretary
 of the s. A. H. l. B.,
 Douglas, Alaska.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
DIRECTORY OF ALASKA
DISTRICT GOVERNMENT"

Governor, Milford B. Hoggatt, Juneau. Secretary to the Governor, Wm. II. Loller, Juneau.
 Ex-ofticio Secretary of Alaska, William L Distin Juneau.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

Joe Miller's Tailor-Made Clothes look we'll, wear we'll and always fit, We guarantee it. Spring goods just arrived. Front street, Louis building, Jnneau.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
U. s. LAND OFFICE, (JUNEAU)

John ". Dudley, register; P. NJ. Mullen, receiver; H. K Love, special agent.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04

PHI. Fox has the agency in Douglas for the Mccall Patterns. A full stock aow on hand.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
DEpARrNENT oF AaRIcULEURE

c. c. Georgeson, SitSa, special agent in charge of Alaska investigations.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
INTERNAL REVENUE

John Cameron, deputy collector, Fair banks; D. H. Terwiliiger, deputy collector, Juneau.
Douglas Island news., 1907-09-04
BUREAU OF EDUCATION

Milford B. Hoggatt, eN-officio superiHtend- .ent of public instruction, Juneau; Harlan Updegraff, agent, Washington, D. c.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-08-29
STATE OF MICHIGAN.

The Probate Court for the County of lonia
At a session of said Court, held at the Pro
bate ONCE i'm the City of Ionia in said County
on the fourteenth dav of August, A. d. 1907
Present: Hon. Montgomery Webster
Judge of Probate.
In the Matter OF the Estate of John Marvin
Behler. Minor.
Nary T.. Behler. guardian of said estate
having fled i'm said court her petition pray
ING for license To sell. at private sale, the
interest OF said estate in certain real estate
therein described for the purpose of invest
ing the proceeds thereof or putting the sam,
out at interest
ii is Ordered, That the sixteenth day o.
september. j.. ID 1907, at ten O'Clock i'm tht
forenoon al said probate or ce be and Il here
by appointed for hearing said petition, anC
that an persons intert Sted In aid estate
appear before said court at said time anC
place. TO show cause why a license to sell tn,
interest OF said estate in said real estate
should not be granted;
IL is Further Ordered. That pubic notice
Thereon uc gwen bN publication of a copy OF
this order for three successive weeks previ-
OF To said day of hearing in the Bedding
Banner, newspaper printed and circulated
i'm said county
MONTGOMERY WEBSTER
a true copy. Judge of Probate
Anna H. Webster,
Register of Probate.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-08-29

Hurry and excitement are the domi.
'nant features that characterize the
woman of the period.
She rarely has time for anything
little duties are forgotten. little broth
ers and sisters overlooked, while her
family is worried to death by her ner-
yous. irritable temper.
She cannot take life quietly. but
rushes up and down stairs as if pur.
sued by a legion of horrors. and
knocks at the door and pulls at the
bell with force enough to arouse the
dead
Everything belonging to her is
chaotic, and her memory is so treach-
erous that her friends have learned by
experience never to depend upon it.
1t is the fever of unrest. in the train
of which is the demon of discomfort
that has entered into many homes.
rendering Il a prison TO the woman of
the period-Chicago Inter Ocean.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1907-08-29
OrIslO.

Mr. and Mrs. II. Sage and two sons
visited relativas in Greenyille Sun
day.
Miss Leila Russell of Belding spent
last week with Mr.. and Mrs. J. Ran
dali.
Sunday guests AT j. L. Morse we're
Mr. and Mrs. j. ID. Morse of Belding,
Mr. and Mrs f. Davis and Mrs. A. r.
Locke OF Ionia, and Mr.. and Mrs. V.
Morse of oklahoma.
Miss Leona Phillips of Graud Rap
ids is visiting home folks.
The neighborhood picnic held at
Baldwin lake, Aug 20, was largely
attended. Everyone reports a good
time.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Sage and son,
Russell, spent Thursday and Friday
with Mr. and Mrs. Ben Price of Lin
coin lake.
School will begin Tuesday, Sept. 3,
with Maurice Earle as principal and
Miss Elva Hubbard as assistant.