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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
James 5. Watterson Passes AWAY.

On Monday evening at 30 O'Clock
at the residence OF his daughter. Mrs.
Jos. p. Wangler. on the west side.
occurred the death of one of the early
business men of this city, Mr. James
Sylvester Watterson, after an illness
OF four days, from diabetes.
He was born at Blairsville, Penn.
Dec. b. 1885, and was educated in the
private schools of that city. Nov. IL.
1860, he was married to Elizabeth J.
Behen, at Cincinnati, Ohio, who died
some years ago. To them two chill
dren were born, Edward p. of Gin
cinnati, Ohio, and Mrs. Jos. P. Wang
Ter OF this city. He is also survived
bv two brothers, A. +. ID. of Pitts
burg, Pa, and Theo. A. of Columbus,
Ohio.
The funeral services will be held on
tomorrow. Thursday morning from St.
Benedict's Catholic church, and the
remains will be taken to Little Rock,
Ark, for interment.
Throughout his active life Mr..
Watterson was merchant. From 1867
to 1871 he was engaged in business
near the Lutheran Publishing house,
then the Arlington Hotel, where the
center of business was at that time
Later he was in the east, until a few
years ago he came here to live with
his daughter. He was an upright,
conscientious, worthy citizen, "a man
OF honor and integrity, who was es-
teemed for his many admirable quail
tiles by all who knew him.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Hundreds Other Items Not Listed Will BE MARKED DOWN.
New County Officers.

With the converting of the new
Board of Supervisors on Monday
afternoon, the newly elected county
officers were sworn in. Three out of
the five members of the board are new
men, Messrs. Geo. Cooper of the
first district, Martin Jones of the
third and o. M. Selnes of the fourth.
The hold-over members are Messrs.
M. A. Kubish of the second district
and b. f. Jewell of the fifth district.
After the members of the board wer e
sworn in, they organized by honoring
Mr.. o. M. Selnes, the only republican
on the board. with electing him chair
man.
The only changes in the other
offices are that of Sheriff T. J. Quail
ley, succeeding George Mizener /;
Representative DR.. p. M. Jewell,
succeeding Rev. A. jacobson
Coroner, DR.. A. J. Swezey, succeed
ing DR.. p. M. Jewell and Surveyor,
f. e. Cratsenberg. succeeding H. l..
Coffeen.
We understand that Mr.. Qualley has
appointed John H. Blaess as Deputy
Sheriff.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Annual Inter.Society Debate.

AT the Luther College auditorium
on Saturday evening the annual de-
bate between representatives of the
Irving and Amphyctionic literary
societies was held. The question
was Resolved, That altruistic mo-
tives have higher ethical quality
than egoistic motives. For the
affirmative, the Irving society was
represented by G.. Bjorgo, n. A.
Olson, X. p. B. Reishus, and for the
negative the Amphyctionic society
was represented by J. o. Holum, A.
Waller, j. A. o. Larsen, The sub
ject was very ably discussed by these
gentlemen, and the decision of the
judges was two to one for the mega
tive
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Finishing The Power Dam.

This week will see the end of the
long siege of concrete work at the
power dam seven miles down the
river. There is less than days work
left on the concrete, the dam already
being twenty feet above water level.
The machinery is all set in the power
house with the exception of the dyna-
mo, which is on the way here.
Several days time will be allowed
for the concrete to set thoroughly be-
fore shutting off the water, which
will be done not later than the middle
of February.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09

A Waverly boy who goes to college
got a dress suit some time ago and
brought it home with him this vaca-
ton. His mother had never been to a
modern formal party and when she
saw the low cut vest she compared il
with pictures of low cut gowns she
had seen and said: Heavens, my
son, do you wear that thing without
any shirt or covering under it?" And
come to think of it, why would that
be more odd than the very low cut
party gowns that are sometimes worn
by women?-Democrat.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Neish & Sons Open Goddard Store.

In accordance with their announce
ment III our last issue, Messrs. A.
Neish & Sons opened their closing out
sale in the west store room of the for
mer Goddard store last Saturday. The
room has been thoroughly remodeled,
new shelving put in, and the store
completely overhauled. They have
moved all of the remainder of the
Goddard stock in this room, and will
close it out while the east room is
being remodeled. 1t is thought that
this will be completed by the first of
February, when a complete new stock
will be put in. This will give the
firm one of the best locations and
buildings in the city. and we hope
they will realize their anticipations
in business way.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
The Evils of Constipation

are many; in fact al most every seri.
Gus illness has its origin in constipa-
tion. ana some medicine, instead of
preventing constipation add to it,
This is true of most cathartics, which.
when first used, have a beneficial
effect, but the dose has to be continu.
ally increased, and before long the
remedy ceases TO have the slightest
effect. There is one preparation,
however, that can be relied upon to
produce the same results with the
same dose, even after fifty years
daily use, and this is Brandreth' IS
Pills, which has record of over 100
years as the standard remedy for con-
stipation and all troubles arising from
an impure state of the blood.
Brandreth's Pills are the same fac
laxative tonic pill your grandparents
used aud can be found in every drug
and medicine store. either plain OF
sugar coated.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09

"A lady who understands advertis.
ing says "No lady wishes to be
looked upon as shopping fiend; she
does not care to go into a store and
have a merchant show all Of his stock
in order 10 find out whether he keeps
what she wishes to purchase and
whether the article is sold at a price
she can afford. 1t is much easier and
pleasauter TO look through the adver-
tisements OF paper than it is to bore
the clerks and waste her own time.
Next to the local news items, the adj
vertising in paper stating articles
for sale with prices, will keep much
of the money that goes TO the larger
cities at home,
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
We Thank You.

We have just passed the boundary of
the new year and we wish to thank
those who have honored us with their
confidence and trade during the year
that is passed.
1t has been our policy to protect and
promote the interest of our customers
in every way and are gratified to
note the generous response this policy
brings.
The year 1906 was in every way
the most satisfactory we have ever
had and we are pleased to express our
appreciation of the favors shown us.
Our jewelry business has more than
reached our expectations, and our
business in this line has fully justi-
fed our statement, that we would be
able to materially reduce prices in
this line. This we have done and it
is gratifying to know our patrons
have appreciated our action. We
may say in passing that the low
prices we have made on watches will
be continued during the present year
In jewelry, cut glass, hand painted
china, silverware and in fact every
thing in this line will be sold at
prices far lower than the prices you
have formerly paid. We have at much
expense secured an expert matchmaker
and engravcr also a man thoroughly
competent to do the finest diamond
and pearl setting, we are glad to know
our efforts have been appreciated on
this point.
Our drug business has made a ma
terial gain, we have always contended
that honest methods. honest prices.
and honest goods will win and in
this we have not been disappointed
We assure our customers that we
shall during 1907 make every effort
TO serve them even better than we
have in the past.
We extend to all sincere wishes
for happy and prosperous new
year.
Brunt 81 Parman, Druggists and
Jewellers.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Special Sale.

In order TO further reduce our
stock before taking invoice we will
for the next ten days make a special
discount on our entire stock of
jewelry, cut glass, hand painted
china, clocks, silverware. sterling
goods etc. This in consideration OF
the very iow prices our goods are
marked, makes our prices unusually
attractive We also offer to discount
the prices quoted by mail order
houses on watches 10 per cent.
Brunt & Parman. Druggists and
Jewellers.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Horticultural Meeting Today.

The Fruit Growers convention
under the auspices of the Winneshiek
County Horticultural Society opens
at the court house this afternoon and
will continue through tomorrow.
The program in full was published
in these columns two weeks ago.
Various prizes will be given for dis
plays. and it is expected that there
Will be good attendance. The
general public is invited.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Sudden Death at Burr Oak.

John McMullen. aged %, died sud
denly at his home near Burr Oak
Saturday morning, from pneumonia.
He had been having cold, but was
working at the Seegmiller feed barn
until Friday when he went home. He
rapidly grew worse until 4 100 a. III.
Saturday. when he passed away. The
funeral services were held yesterday.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Officers Are Installed.

The annual installation of officers of
the g. A. r. and W r. @. was held
at the post rooms on Friday evening.
supper was served at the usual Tour,
the installation ceremony following.
l. l.. Couse. the retiring Commando
of the G.. A. r. wasp resented with
an elegant silk unbrella and Mrs. +.
p. Headington. the retiring President
OF the w. Il. c., with handsome
brooch.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
A PLEASING Annual Statement.

The annual statement of the condi-
tion of the Winneshiek County State
Bank in this issue is well worthy a
careful reading. The cash reserve is
a very satisfactory one, as well as
the assess which can be Immediately
realized upon, bonds. ETC., in all 1899.
600 The deposits have increased over
$50. 600 during the past year, and the
assets of tine institution are now over
81, 600, 600. A condition which makes
such showing possible can elicit
naughl but congratulation
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
"The Show Girl" Next Wednesday.

Next Wednesday night at the
Grand opera house 1.-The Show Girl"
will be the attraction. 1t is popu-
lar play which has everywhere met
with the approval of all who have
seen it, and will no doubt have good
house here. Seats are on sale at the
usual place.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Death Of Aged Citizen.

Mrs. Stewart mother of Mrs. Il. +.
b. Portman. passed away at the home
of the latter last night. She was up
wards of ninety years of age. and had
been afflicted with blindness for a
good many years. We are without an
obituary for this week.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Basket Ball Saturday.

The Valdez College boys and girls
basket ball teams will play games
with the Spring Grove teams at
Steyer's opera house next Saturday
evening. Admission 20 cents. Come
out and see two good games.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Chicken Pie Supper.

The ladies of Unity Circle will
serve chicken pie supper in the
church parlors, Thursday eve, Jan.
10th, beginning at 100 o'clock.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1907-01-09
Church Sumner.

A supper will be served in the
Methodist church parlors on Wednes-
day evening, Jan. 10th. Supper from
five until all are served. Price %
cents. 2-lpd.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-09-20
SCOTTISH RITE MASONS
Enjoy Royal Hospitality in Addition
to Business Meetings.

Boston, Sept. 19.-The marked fca-
ture Wednesday Of the conclave
of the Supreme Council of the
Scottish Rite Masonic body was
the extensive entertainment provided
for the 33d degree Masons and
their ladies by Gen. Samuel e. Law
renee of Medford, recently delegate of
the council to the international con-
ference Of supreme councils in Brussels.
In the afternoon the members and
friends were taken in so automobiles
on ride through the MiddleseX FEELS,
drives ordinarily closed to automobiles
but opened for this occasion through
the courtesy of the park commissioners.
The days festivities closed with
a banquet at the armOry of the Law
renee Light Guards, which was infor-
NAL without speeches.
AT the 96th annual session Of the Su-
premc Council Wednesday morning
which began its sessions Tuesday. it
was decided that next years session
should be held in Buffalo. y. Y.
Sovereign Grand Commander Palmer
presided and received Sovereign Grand
Commander J. Morrison Gibson Of the
presented jewels Of honorary mem
bership in the Canadian body 10
Sovereign Grand Commander Palmer,
Col. George .. Tyler Of Burlington. Vt,
James Isaac Buchanan of PittsburG,
Pa. and James II. Getting of New
York
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AT WIN SOR.
CONTINUED from Page One.)

bicycle rider. was on the track during
the afternoon and did some good
stunts. Bill was dressed in very
fetching female costumes, and one
semi-intoXicatcd individual even went
50 far as to pay Bill some attention.
lut the supposed 'lady" refused IL
lay any attention to the wiles of the
mashcr Bill was one of the star at
fractions at the fair.
The fair this year abounded IN Gu
riositins. In the Exhibition hall NJ. P.
DOYLE showed Il double egg, the inside
egg having completely hardened
shell. When found there was Il layer
of albumcn between the inner ana
outer shell.
one of the other sights to be seen at
the fair was presented by the triplet
calves shown by ]. 5. Walker of Wal
GOhoro. There exists an affidavit that
the calves arc just what they are rep
resented to be. They are of mixed
AYRSHIRE and Hereford stock, theil
Aycrshire mother being nearly seven
wears I'D. This COW bears the unique
record of having been the mother of
two single calves, two pairs of twins
and the set of triplets on exhibition.
one of the triplets is Il steer and the
ot1cr two heifers.
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Blue Ribbon Colts.

The Journal is notified that Cushman
Walkers Samantha Chimes, exhibited
at Readfield Wednesday, was adjudged
worthy of first prize. The Judge in
complmentng Mr.. Walker assured him,
that the horse was almost perfect
within points, with hundred or 50
concerned. Mr.. Walkers Nelson colt
was also a blue ribboncr. 1t is desired
that mention be made of an accident
which occurred AT Readfield last even
ing. Fred Perkins was in the smashup
Of teams but was not injured
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-09-20
Togus Temperance Union.

The Lizzie II. Towle, T. c. T. u.
held its regular meeting in the Social
Hall on Tuesday evening and was well
attended by a song. Miss Maddox
presided at tho organ. Brother Is.
w. Theme gave selection on the
violin which was followed by
devotional exercises. Brother Theme
rendered fine violin solo which
was followed by a poem by Nj.
G. +. Turner dedicated and compile
mentary to Brother +. f. Theme and
was well received. The union decided
by a rising vote to extend a vote of
thanks through its President to Mrs.
Thorpe of Augusta for the beautiful
flowers which she sent After remarks
by Bros =. w. Theme, c. z. Turner.
G. w. Jones. T. F. Wheeler and Chap
lain Burrage the meeting was brought
to a close, tho Hymn God be with you
till we meet again was sung and
Chaplain Burrage pronounced the
beneGiction.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-09-20
THE GRESHAM
Sails to Look After Our
Fishermen'S Interests
During The Herring Season In
Newfoundland Waters.
Not Believed That Serious Trouble
Will Occur This Year.

St Johns, y. +. sept 19.-Tha Unit
ed States revenue cutter Gresham sail
cd from here today for Bay Of Is
lands. the center OF New Foundland'S
fishing operations, to undertake the Gu-
ties laid out for her during tn" COM
ing herring fishery season which open;
oct. l.
The Gresham has been detailed to
New FDundland to look after TIL" IN
terests of the American fishermen in
tho So waters and VIII act in cnajunc-
ton with tho French ana British war
ships which are here in tn" interests
of their respective countries, when pos
Sible
The Gresham had on board when she
sailed today Commissioner Alexander
who has been sept here by tn" United
Stat"s to gather data on the fisheries
situation for use in later negotiations
and any troubles that may arise. 1t is
believed III re at the present time that
the coming season will not ho marked
BY any acrimonious incidents Such aS
nave come mp in the past, rs the New
Foundland laws and the treaties with
the countries who's" fishermen visit
these waters. are gcncrliy well under
stood, and the irfracti0ns of the laws
arc expected to be much less frequent
than in past years.
Reports received her" from tHouc"S-
ter. Mass. fishing interests stat" that
the fleet lifting ont at that port for the
fall seasons consists of about 40 vessels.
Tho Americans autici2It" little difficult
ty in manning their vessels with N"W
Foundltnd fishermen. as the natives ar"
satisfied with both the conditions and
wages. which ar" generally better than
they could $40 Urc elsewhere.
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Jewett-Pray,

a quiet wedding took place Wednes-
day evening ut the home of Mr.. and
Mrs NJ. +. w. Pray on Highland ave-
nue., when their daughter, Sadie L.. was
united in marriage with Leander r.
Jewett of this city, by Rev. J. r. Cliff
ford The double ring service was used
The groom is the son of the late Jas
A. Jewett and lives on Highland ave-
nue. and is very well known in the city
Both the bride and groom have large
circle of friends who wish them the
greatest happiness III their married life
They nave gone on trip to Portland
and Boston. after which they will re-
turn t. this city and make their home
with Mr.. and Mrs. Pray.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-09-20
31,021 VETERANS DIE IN YEAR.
Pension Commissioners Report Shows
Big Decrease in Ranks.

Washington. Sept. 19.-Dcath claimed
31.02l Union Civil War veterans ana pen
sioners during the fiscal wear ending Jun,
70 last. according to advance figures of
Pension Commissioner Warmers annual
report. The total number of pensioners
remaining on the rolls June 80 was 9j137l.
the smallest numhcr in the last fifteen
years
Tie amount disbursed for pensions last
year was $l2S 1:5.412. q decrease Of $SiiSIf
from the preceding year. The total
amount paid out for pensions on account
of the Civil War is now $3.%G9, 449. and
the amount paid on account Of IT," war
with Spain and tho inSurrcCtinn IN the
Philippine Islands is $1S.909.5 BE
During the year 23S 80 new claims were
allowed and 60573 were rejected.
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Breaking and Entering.

There were several cases last year Of
somebody entering the public library
during the night, but in only one i'll
stance did the party get any money and
then only u few pennies. Two weeks
ago a screen was cut out Of one of the
windows on the side next to Hayes coal
office. but no entrance made at the time.
Wednesday night of this week. how
ever. they made entrance and evidently
had a key to the front door. The
librarians drawer was opened but no
money was found in it. Mrs. Curtis. the
librarian, is mystified to know who the
marty is and what the object is.
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Supreme Court at over.

Dover, Me, Sept. 19.-The case Of the
inha bitants of Grccnville VS.. Lyman
Blair occupied the attention of the
court the greater part Of Wednesday.
This was an action Of debt brought fr
the recovery Of taxes. p. III. Gillin was
attorney for the plaintiffs and Hudson
and Peaks for the defendant.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1907-09-20

At an election held by those interested
in football at the High school Tuesday.
Arthur Douglass was chosen captain over
Aston Niles by a narrow margin, while
Carl Skillins was chosen manager. With
a principal such Mr.. Packard football
should flourish at the school and the cit
liens may look forward to some real
sport.
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COUNTY, ! ] NEWS.
KENNEBEC.
MON MOUTH.

Walter j. Gardner ana Miss Emily
nelly o. Boston. who are stopping at
til" Wilson Lake Stock farm, have on
inspection A. pound pickerel which
they caught in the lake Friday morning.
ChaS. w. tucker and W. J. Treffrey
OF Dodham. Mass. and VIM Gibbons.
OF Bowdoinham. Mass. are also at tho
Wilson Lake Stock farm.
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The Races.

I.aby c.. Emily Gale. Hal :. and Dot
Hastings were the starters i'll the 3
minute class. The fist heat was an
easy win for Emily Gale. driven by
Kirby. Hal :. Tot making a special
bid for the heat. Baby G. was third
and Dot Hastings fourth.
Owing to the withdrawal Of Dot
Hastings. three starters come to the
W. in the 80 pac" or DIT tr0t, thus
! making Il a special race. Via Mala was
Drawn for til" I.ulc. with Anona in sec
+. ora position ana Queen of Hearts
third. The first heat WaS Z hot battle
between +. j. Kirby's Via Mala and
Ernest Davis Anuna. Tho roam mare
led about the whole distance, and al
though closely pressed by her rival.
finished first.
Tho second heat of the 3-minutc
class opened with Hal :. in the lead at
the tara. Before swinging into the
back stretch Kirby with Emily Gale.
had passed Chisholm with Hal =.
Kirby maintained his lead to the half
though Hal :. was not far behind. AT
the thrrc-quartcr pole the two We're
raring neck and neck. Then Kirby
forced Emily Gale into tho lead and
passed under the wire Il winner.
The second heat Of the 80 pace, or
291 tr"t. again saw Anona the winner
The roam mare never lost the advant-
age Of having the pole at the start
but paced steadily ut the head Of the
string Cor the entire mile The time
was slower than in tie preceding heat,
it being 2-74. Kirby with Via Mala
not forcing matters.
Tn. family horse class was judged
at this point There We're two entries.
F. D. Erskine Of Windsorvillc won
first premium and II. Is. Hussey Of the
same town. second.
During The races the French Perch
cron stallion Nalericn and the coach
stallion Dragon, owned by the Angus
tn Horse breeders Association, were
exhibited at the Wire
Yes. it was three straight Emily
Gal" took the last heat of the 3-min-
ute class and won the race. The con-
test was not especially heavy, but it
made Il pretty show. Second money
went to Hal S. third to Dot Hastings
ana fourth to Baby G.
Nothing now developed in the third
and last Feat Of the 2.25 pace, or 90
tr"t. the final event Of the racing
Anona took an easy first and the 9TH
cr n"iscs finished in the same order
as in the previous heats. Via Mala tax
ing second money and Queen Of Hearts
third. The summary:
400 GLASS; CRSE 500
Emily Gale. J. n. by Adrian Wilkes
'INII 10y II i
Hal s h 2 tCIiShOlniD. !.
Dot Hastings. Xix m tWinsloW).4 :,
Eal.y 81. blk IN (McrrilD. .............3 I
Timc-22iii. 2.33la Isl.