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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1907-09-07
Farm lend Sells Wei.

A new schedule Of values was esta b.
ished on Jackson county land when
H B. Bair sold his $50 acre farm five
miles west of HoItOn. TO H. Zefbeu for
SIS per acre or $4,000 Land around
town has been selling for that figure
and evan more but il has never
reached out so far before. John Hin
nen. Jr-. made the sale MI and Mrs
Bair expect to move the HoIton to re-
side Mr.. Bair bought this farm in
1879 for 2,250.-HoIton Recorder
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1907-09-07
Ruys 100 Acres for SIC 200

W. H LassweII and John HfnnAn
Jr-, this week purchased of ]. s. Sweet
his $50 acre farm just North Of tba
college for SIS per acre or SO 600
This is one of the choice farms of tre
county. having a fine spring running
through it. with % acres in alfalfa
woven wire hog pasture, and being IN
a high state of cultivation generate
-HoIton Recorder.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1907-09-07

The POehler Mercantile company
received a shipment of cigars this
week which WIS probably the largest
shipment ever received by any one
Kansas house The consignment con-
sisted of a solid car of cigars There
were forty crates in the car, and TO-
00e cigars in each case, or 400, 900 CT
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1907-09-07

CARS in all. strung end to end, the
cigars would stretch half way from
here to Topeka, or a distance of al
most thirty rrfIes-Emporia Gazette.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1907-09-07

vice president. W. H Cressey, south
Omaha: secretary-treasurer, ID. <
TAYLOR. ST. Louis Executive board
Charles Waughop, ST. Louis; E smart
Chicago, and Stephen Sktdmore, Gin
cfnuati-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-10-06
SPECIAL.

This coupon and $1.75
Will buy Monday one Of
our NJ A X G 4 l. LIN Il
SILK-FINISHED PET
TICOATS, valued at
$3.50.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06

tial and progressive concern is always
clean and fresh, is delivered with
commendable promptness, and their
statesmen and other employees are al
ways courteous and accommodating.
The Labor World is pleased to note
that the management Of this company
is In the hands Of Mr.. H. F.. Davis.
A visit to this gentleman at his offices
at 1922 East Michigan street, will
convince one that MIR. Davis is broad
minded and liberal in his views on
we'll regulated labor movements, and
that he is always willing to extend a
helping hand to any plan which has
for its object the solidifying Of capital
and labor and the welfare Of the city
Of Duluth.
Under the able management which
obtains the business Of H. F. Davis &
Co. Is daily expanding limits. and the
Labor World can imagine no firm
which it would sooner see succeed than
the subject of this sketch.
Workingmen are in duty bound to
support a home institution, and it goes
without saying that this concern ranks
among the foremost houses that are
entitled to home patronage. :
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
L. w. LEITHEAD DRUG CO..
WHOLESALE DRUGGISTS
Zenith Phones, 96-417.

GouSn OVVnooJ 0VcSls
The business houses Of our city
which handle reliable goods and treat
labor in fair and considerate man
ner should receive unlimited patron
age. The L. w. Leithead company,
located at their fine new building at
IA and 16 Commerce street, are whole
sale druggists and deserve the sup
port and patronage Of our people. They
are better equipped than ever before
to care for their large and constantly
increasing business. and are a great
credit to our city.
In compiling the list Of prominent
concerns Of Duluth which are in every
way worthy Of being classified as
friends Of labor, we wish to call spe-
cial attention to the establishment of
the L. w. Leithead Drug company.
This company has always shown a
most friendly and favorable attitude
, toward labor and the cause of labor,
and has co-operated cheerfully in
making a success of the labor move
ment.
The officers of this company are:
L. w. Leithead, president and man.
ager; Oscar Lonegren, secretary and
credit man. Organized labor will do
well to support and encourage an es-
Establishment whose management is 50
road-minded and public spirited ag Is
that Of this splendid concern. We
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
PITTSBURGH COAL CO.,
SUCCESSOR TO PIONEER

In reviewing the numerous inter-
trade Of Duluth It's pre- eminence as
a factor in the development Of the
great Northwest, 1t is but common
Justice that due prominence be given
to those large and important con-
Germs whose immense volume of bust
ness has so largely contributed to the
prosperity of the community. In
compiling list of the most deserving
concerns in this respect, it is with
pleasure that we call attention to the
Pittsburgh Coal company, located at
No. 306 West Superior street.
The Pittsburgh Coal company is re-
cognized by our citizens as an enter
prise which is of positive benefit to
the masses Of the people throughout
benefit which it brings to business
generally, and consequently to labor,
which constitutes so large percent
age Of the population.
This company carries large as
sortment Of eastern anthracite and
bituminous coal on storage wharves at
the principal western lake ports, and
thus is in a position to distribute Of
ders so as to assure quick shipment
and the lowest freight rates to all
northwestern points. Its storage
yards in Duluth and Superior are con-
veniently located, and which, with
their large number of teams, enables
them to deliver coal to any part OF
the two cities promptly.
Its fair treatment Of all with whom
it has business dealings, has built
up standing and business second
to none. They are at all times will
ing to devote their time, money and
energy to any movement which prom
Uses the betterment of any of the in
terests Of our great city, and it is tc
such companies as the Pittsburgh Goa
company that Duluth is indebted fol
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
JOURNEYMEN PAINTERS
RECEIVE AN ADVANCE
Employers Gladly Recognize tho
Justice Of Union Mons !
Contention. =

AS an evidence Of the harmonious
feeling that exists between employers
and employees in Duluth, we take much
April 1, 1907, journey men painters
have had their wages advanced to AK
cents per hour. as against 37k cents
in 1905. This conclusion was the hap
py result Of fair minded negotiations
between the employers and union re-
representatives.. Strange that Minnea-
the example Of their more enlightened
Duluth brethren.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
DULUTH IRON & METAL co,

In Duluth there are a number of
establishments which should receive
the hearty support and encouragement
Of all our citizens. Our readers can
show no greater tribute to the cause
Of labor than by giving their hearty
support to those concerns that have
always shown a friendly attitude to-
ward the labor movement.
In compiling list Of the most de-
serving concerns in this respect, 1t is
with pleasure that the Labor World
calls the attention Of the thousands Of
it's readers to the Duluth Iron & Metal
company. The extensively and COM
pletely equipped plant of this pro-
gressive concern Is located at Mich
igan street and Third avenue east,
where may be found an in every way
up-to- date blacksmith and machine
shop. They are dealers in new and
second hand machinery, bar iron, steel
beams, relaying rails, cables. iron and
steel scrap, etc.
The trade territory Of this company
extends over the entire Northwest,
middle west and Canada and every
where the name Of the Duluth Iron &
Metal company is held in highest es-
TEEN and the goods which they handle
bear q reputation for superiority in
quality and workmanship.
The Duluth Iron & Metal company
have been in business twenty years
and the officers are Max Zalk, Hyman
Y. Joseph and Louis Zalk, all practical
men in their line. A call over either
phone will receive prompt attention.
The Labor World predicts for the
Duluth Iron & Metal company a ca
reer Of uninterrupted prosperity so
long as it's affairs are in the hands
of the present able and efficient man.
agement.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
H. F. DAVIS & CO., FOR
FLOUR, HAY AND FEED

A thoroughly reliable concern such
as the above is entitled to the hearty
support and encouragement Of all
classes Of citizens.
The firm is among the largest whole
sale and retail flour, feed and hay
dealers in the Northwest, and that 1t
is a distinctly home institution Is
evidenced by the money brought into
Duluth annually, and by the large
force of people which is employed
here. -. .:
= H. F. Davis & Co. are dealers In
flour, feed, hay, grain ETC., and are
also agents for Duluth Imperial and
Zenota flour. The. above firm have
been in business fifteen years and
have both phones. 124. M.
The stock In trade Of this substan-
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
CO., WHOLESALE GROCERS

Among the important business en-
terprises at the head of the lakes,
none enjoys a higher standing in the
opinion Of their patrons and Of the
general public than does the great
wholesale grocery house of the Co.
wan-Peyton-Twoh company, whole
sale grocers, whose immense establish
ment Is located at the foot of Fifth
avenue west. This company has been
In business here for number of years
and has established most flattering
and substantial trade throughout the
entire Northwest. where they are re-
cognized as the leaders in their line,
and as carrying a line Of everything
usually handled by high class whole
sale grocery establishment. second to
none in the country, and at prices
which are as reasonable as any busi-
ness can be carried on, in business
like and conservative manner.
It has always been the policy Of
this company to deal literally and
fairly with their employees, their
customers and the general public and
they have always been among the
first to contribute of their time, money
and experience to any movement for
the advancement of our city, and have
considered the interests Of the city Of
as much Importance as those of the
company itself. They distribute month
ly large sum of money In the shape
Of wages, for supplies. etc., and are
a potent factor in the growth and
prosperity Of our city.
They handle the highest grades OF
everything in their line, and cooperate
cheerfully in the enforcement of the
pure food laws Of the various states in
which they have established a trade
to the end that their patrons may re-
ceive the best that the market affords
The officers Of this ,enterprising and
progressive company are: Andrew
Gowan, PRESIDENT; TT. Burke, vice
president; w. r, Peyton, secretary and
treasurer.
These gentlemen are experienced
and competent in their business, and
it is to their personal attention to the
details Of the immense business they
have built up that much Of the sue
cess and prosperity Of the company is
due. Duluth is to be congratulated
| upon being the home of company
! which has always shown itself to be
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spect to be friendly towards organized
labor. The thousands of union men
In Duluth make no mistake in CO.
operating with those who are recog-
ntzed as their friends. This esta blish-
sirable line of groceries, which are
sold at wholesale and the firm makes
a specially Of supplying restaurants
and camps, and their business Is on
steady increase. They have been
in business two years and have both
phones, 1915.
We take pleasure in stating that the
firm Of the Barthe- Martin company
has upon many occasions shown a
most friendly spirit towards our men,
bers, and is worthy Of being classi-
fed foremost among the friends of
labor. We have no hesitcncy in pub
fishing this fact IN this edition, which
will be read by thousands Of union
men and other citizens In Duluth and
throughout the state. This house adds
rouch to the commercial prestige and
completeness Of our city, and has rend-
ered its customers a valuable service
at all times. They are wholesale and
impol ting grocer, and enjoy the clos
est and most satisfactory relations
with the sources Of supply
The officers are: A. C.. Barthe,
president; John l.. Martin, secretary
and treasurer. These gentlemen are
thoroughly acquainted with the i'm
pcrtant line in which they stand so
prominently and are progressive and
unfagging In their business methods.
They deserve prominent mention
amcng the tue friends and sympath-
izers of the |atoring people. Their
larg: business and systematized meth
obs enable then, to give their CUSTOM
ers prompt delivery and low prices.
This important firm is located at 108
West Michigan street.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
F. A. PATRICK & co.
Wholesale Dry Goods, Notions and
Furnishings-Fifth Avenue West,
Corner Commerce.

A thoroughly reliable concern such
as that Of F. A. Patrick & Co., whose
attitude toward labor has never been
either antagonistic or uncertain, is
certainly entitled to the hearty sup
port and encouragement Of the thou
sands of working men Of Duluth. This
company has always co-operated
cheerfully to further the labor move
ment and has never failed to set the
seal Of it's approval upon the broad
underlying principles Of unionism.
F. A. Patrick & Co. are whole
sale dealers in dry goods, notions,
mems furnishing, ladies' cloaks and
furs, and is one Of the largest in the
state Of Minnesota and it would be
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
GLASKIN-C OMsTOCK CO.,
A WIDE AWAKE FIRM

Duluth has many important bust
ness houses, but none of them fill a
more necessary position than this firm
of Glaskin- Comstock company, and
the Labor World hopes they will con-
tinue their successful career so long
as the business is handled in the man.
ner which has marked their past
career.
This company employs a force Of
workers, to whom is extended liber-
al and courteous treatment, and they
are held in high esteem by all their
employees. The general public and
all who need anything in their line will
do we'll 10 patronize this firm, and
may feel assured that they will al
ways receive the most considerate
treatment, and that they will at all
times receive full value for any money
spent with them.
The leading houses in their line at
the head Of the lakes is the Glaskan-
Comstock company, IA East Michigan
street, wholesale dealers in full line
. of rubber goods of all kinds, and
mill, mining and railway supplies,
mechanical rubbert goods, packing,
rubber. betting, manila and wire rope
and leather betting. The" extensive
and commodious quarters Of this com
pany, where they carry a most COM
plete and selected stock Of everything
pertaining to their line. They have
established a. fine trade in. this city
and vicinity, and they trade territory
is constantly increasing, owing to: the
fine quality Of goods handled, and
which they are increasing from month
5 To- month and their unceasing efforts
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wish to call the attention OF the
; thousands of union men in our city
that it is to their interest to foster
concerns Of this kind, which have al
ways been in sympathy in cause Of
labor and ready to cooperate to fur
ther the movement. They carry the
most complete line Of drugs and are
manufacturers, importers and jobbers.
The line Of supplies carried by this
concern is the best that the market
affords and customers are sure to re-
ceive courteous and prompt attention
when dealing with this establishment.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06

the remarkable and substantial growth
which has been here.
The employees of this concern are
treated with consideration and court
esq, and in this as in their business
transactions justice seems to be the
desire of the company.
Upon careful investigation we find
that this company pays as high wages
as is consistent with stability and
business integrity, and treats it's en-
ployes right, and we. are pleased to
note that it is held in the highest es-
TEEN by the large number of people
to whom it gives employment, and by
conservative organized labor.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
to please and satisfy their CUSTOM

to please and satisfy their CUSTOM
ers.
The members Of this enterprising
and energetic firm are: John w.
Comstock, president; H. L. Glaskin,
vice president; w. H. Pratt, secret
airy and manager.
These gentlemen give their person.
al attention to the details Of their
constantly increasing business, and
spare no pains to keep up the reputa-
ton of their goods. There is natural
ly a large field at the head of the
lakes for firm Of this character, and
the Glaskin Comstock company is
qualified in every particular to fill
this field satisfactorily and creditably
The gentlemen comprising the firm
are experienced and capable men, and
their business standing is high and
honorable.
They also handle a full line of rub
Der cravenettes and rubber coats and
oil clothing. Their trade territory ex-
tends all over the Northwest, which
is covered by four statesmen.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06

we'll for our thousands Of readers to
do ali they can to aid and foster such
a concern as this.
rick, president; G.. c. Stone, vice pres
ident; w. B. Cross. treasurer; B. P.
Neff, secretary.
They are men of sterling ability
and integrity and men in whom the
people may place unlimited confid-
ence. To their able and efficient man
agement is largely due the success
and popular favor in which this es
tablishment is held.
Owing to its broad minded and pub
lic-spirlted manner Of dealing, this
company has built up an enormous
and substantial patronage and Is ex-
ceedingly popular. It already counts
a large host Of friends among organ
lied workmen and its dealings have
always been uniformly fair, consider
ate and honorable.
F. A. Patrick & Co. do not cater to
the transient and uncertain trade
which is satisfied with the shoddy
merchandise, manufactured as a rule,
in establishments where unsanitary
conditions prevail. but rather to that
which demands the highest grade Of
reliable and standard goods. The
product Of organized labor is always
of that character and the policy of this
deserving enterprise is strictly in ac-
cordance with the very principles
which are being strenuously and
potently upheld at the present time
by organized labor.
F. A. Patrick & Co. are manufacture
ers on a large scale. They operate
two factories, the "Northland" factory
at Duluth, where they manufacture
overalls, Jackets, duck coats, pants,
etc., employing over one hundred and
fifty employees, and the Fosston WOODEN
Mill Of Fosston, Mimi, where up
wards of hundred hands are employ
ed making blankets, mackinaw cloth,
Buffalo flannels, etc. These factories
are turning out products that re-
present that very best values in
| merchandise and the highest standard
OF workmanship. The laboring men Of
Duluth viii serve their own best In
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06

Ashtabula CO., Typographical union
No. 474 has just signed new contracts
with the offices in its Jurisdiction call
ing for the eight-hour day and an in
crease Of 81 for the first year and 81
for the second year.
It is reported that Donnelly has lost
the. contract for the Chicago city d.
rectory. He had it'@done y.free and
Independent printers last year, and
the business men are not yet through
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
IF YOU STOP YOU DIE,

A stationary human being; one who
never acts nor thinks nor talks Is dead.
Action is not only the law, but the
measure Of life. Just in proportion to
your action or want Of action: do you
show yourself alive or dead. So. too,
are your acts the measure Of your.
wisdom, and also Of your integrity and
your morality. In order that we may
live, we want to be up and doing, and
in that we may be worthy Of living
we want to be exceedingly careful Of
our actions. Us
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06

so fully in sympathy with the inter-
ests of the community. and which has
brought to this city large amount Of
financial support.
The Labor World, in this edition.,
wishes to extend to this company it's
best wishes for it's future growth and
prosperity.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
DULUTh'S WHOLESALE BUSINESS
PHENOMENAL IN ITS MAGNITUDE

.terest by inquirins for the ''Northland"
and "F'osston Mill" brand of merchan-
disc when they require anything in
the line Of mems ready to wear gar
ments.
We take pleasure in placing the
name of F. A. Patrick & Co. FORE
most among the substantial friends
Of conservative organized labor.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06
DON'T BE A FOOL ALL THE TIME.

DON'T BE a FOOL AlC TIE TlME..
It is a pretty good plan to follow
not to be a fool all the time. All OF
US are fools a part Of the time, and
this is excusable. Some Of US are
fools all the time, which is in excusable5
One man is a fool along one line, and
another man along another line: this.
can in a measure be tolerated, but
when smart man is a fool along all
the lines 1t Is past endurance.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06

bowling about the mess of junk that
was foisted upon them under the pre-
tense of being an accurate publication.
1t will now be up to the pressmen
themselves as TO what action will re-
suit from Higgins signing the open
shop five-year and nine-hour two
year contract with the Typothetae. :.
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06

A kiss is an insipid and tastelesss
morsel. which becomes delicious and
delectable IN proportion ~ It 10 navor-S
ed with love. 5slsss
The labor world. [volume] (Duluth, Minn.) 1896-current, 1907-04-06

Mr.. Union Man Notify your barber
that the Bell Phone il UnfaiT.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-22
TEA " CURE" FOR TYPHOID

Peter Buhr. of 1856 Second ave
nue.. New York. has written letter
to Mayor Gnichtel suggesting cold
tea as a cure for the typhoid fever
that is raging at the State Hospital
for the Insane. He says this cure
has never been known to fail. This
Is the recipe:
One tablespoonful OF mixed tea
boiled in four cups of water. This
must be allowed to stand until cold.
and then taken without cream or
sugar A cup full a day should be
given to typhoid fever patients and
those in danger OF the disease ac-
cording to Buhr. The latter empha-
sized that the tea must be cold. not
hot, nor even warm
He asks the mayor to request the
ministers OF the city to announce
the cure" from their pulpits next
Sunday.
Mayor Gnichtel has turned the let
ter over to the hospital doctors. who
are skeptlcal as to the value OF the
prescrlption.-New York Times.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-08-22

landed on the point OF the system s
jaw at Provincetown yesterday will
occupy the White House until 1913.
and that an intelligent analysis OF
his punch will confirm what I have
been telling Wall Street for months.
namely: the biggest bull argument
Wall Street ever had is President
Roosevelt and his policy.
p. S.-Particularly observe this
gem: Il desire no less emphaticaIly
to have ii understood that we have
undertaken and will undertake. no
action of a indicative type" No.
we guess not. He certainly has not
been harsh to the system. on the
contrary. very gentle There. ."
murmured Pat. as he backed up his
wagon of broken bottles, tin cans
and muck. and gracefully tilted IL
backward on to the grave OF his
enemy, II done me duty. and I done
II with Christian spirit. but I'd
give a months pay for the privilege
OF planting that spalpeen over
again"