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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Hanna,s Protege Is a Suicide.

Dan Hart of Abilene, Kan. committed
suicide by shooting. Family troubles are
said to have been the cause. While
child Hart was the inmate of an orphans
home, and attracted the attention of the
late Mark Hanna who took him to rear.
Hart was member of the Hanna family
for a number of years. He was a great
favorite with the Senator, whose own son
Dan was named after him.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Piunging Caused Brown Failure.

The examination into the accounts OF
the failed brokerage firm of A. o. Brown
& Co. of New York brought out the con-
fession of one partner, Buchanan, to the
effect that credit given to the Pittsburg
broker, Whitney, who failed last Janu-
airy. had much to do with the Brown
failure. The speculations of the Pitts
burg plunger had been carried under a
secret name or number, so that he had
to put up no margins.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Mormons Are for Prohibition,

Having heard their president expound
the revelation of the words of wisdom
which prohibit the use of all intoxicants
by the faithful, $4,000 members of the
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day
Saints have proclaimed their faith in the
practical application of the ecclesiastical
law by voting unanimously approval of a
resolution pledging the entire membership
OF the church to support prohibition legis-
10
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Rank Cashier srresfed

Ebert L. Morgan, cashier of the First
National bank of Friendly, W. Va, was
arrested in Jersey City by federal mar
shall on a warrant issued by United
States Commissioner Roe. Morgan has
been in Jersey City for several days visit
ing friends. The warrant charges him
with "unlawfully and willfully misapply-
ing certain moneys of the First National
bank of Friendly.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
SEALING FLEET AIDS VESSELS.
U. s. Revenue Cutters In Alaskan
Waters Ordered Home.

u }. tuIIcFS
Waters Ordered Home.
The Behring sea feet, consisting of the
United States revenue cutters Ihetls,
Bear, Perry. McCulloch and Rush, under
command of Senior Captain F. NJ. Mum
ger, has completed its duty in Alaskan
waters and the vessels have been ordered
to their respective stations. The work
of the fleet this year has been exceptional.
Aside from successfully guarding the seal
islands and territorial waters and prevent
ing raids, important investigations have
been made. The Perry investigated the
condition of the natives along the Aleutian
island chain as far west as Attu. The
combined feet has cruised over 10000
miles, boarded twenty-seven of the TWEEN
ty-eight japanese sealers, and rendered
assistance to distressed vessels amount
ing to nearly 100000.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Nirht Riders XIII Three.

Fifty night riders set fire to the home
of Dave Walker, a negro, near Hickman.
Ky, and, as the house was burning, shot
Walker. his 5-year-old daughter. and his
infant child to death as they attempted to
escape. Mrs. Walker and three other chill
>.ren are believed to be fatally injured
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Georgia for Franchise Limit.

Early returns from Wednesdays State
election in Georgia indicate the election
of Joseph NJ. Brown, the Democratic can
didate for Governor. by a majority of
more than $4,000. Returns from ma
jority of the counties indicate the ratifca-
ton of the constitutional amendment pro-
viding qualifications for voters. This
amendment makes the ownership of prop
erty one of the qualifications.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

That the growing generation in the
rural districts of Minnesota is taking an
active interest in agriculture, and is eager
to take up the work, well equipped by ex-
perience is shown by the fact that more
than 1000 children under the age of Is
will compete in the State industrial con-
test at the school of agriculture on Jan
. 2 and 4
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Rofferdam's Record Load,

The Holland-American liner Rotterdam,
which arrived at New York recently,
brought the greatest number of cabin
passengers ever landed by one vessel at
that port. Besides the crew of 400, she
had aboard 234 steerage and 1909 cabin
passengers. Among the newcomers was
one family with thirteen children.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Calls Cvrus Townsend BRADY,

Cyrus Townsend Brady, rector and
author, has been called to the pastorate
of St. Georges Episcopal church in Kan
sas City. 1t is believed he will accept.
DIR. Brady is at present rector of Trinity
church in Toledo. Ohio.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
burglar Gets Unlucky Ring,

Mrs. Silas Smith of Paterson, y. J.,
reported to the police the loss of an opal
ring which she declares has always
brought bad luck to its owner and which
she believes the burglar took in order to
pass it on to some one against whom he
has a grudge.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Gas Explosion Kills Child.

One person is dead, two are dying and
two others are seriously injured as the
result of an explosion of gas in the room
inr-house conducted by Mrs. Eliza Wag-
ner in Dayton. Ohio. Ray Harshman.
8 wears old, was killed.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
CAPTAIN Slain in Home

Captain ]. Clayton Erb, confidential
secretary to Israel W. Durham and one
of the political leaders of Philadelphia.
was shot and instantly killed at his coun-
try home some miles outside of Media.
and Mrs Catherine Baisdell is said TO
have admitted shooting him during a fam
ily Quarrel.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
BOY Is SHOT BY STRIKERS.
New York Chauffeurs i'm Riot Endan-
ger Many Lives.

The lives of a dozen innocent bystand-
ers were imperiled and one person was
probably fatally injured when revolvers
were brought into use in the disorders
growing out of the strike of the New
York Taxicab Company's chauffeurs. Rob
ert Quailey, a 14-year I'D schoolboy.
standing in front of his home in West
Fifty-seventh street, was struck in the
head by one of the flying bullets and is
not expected to live.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
SIays Editor; Ends Life,

Angered because of news item print
cd in the Morrill,, Kan. News. Perry
Roger. marshal of Morrill,, town of sew
eral hundred persons. shot and killed i.
H Schumacher, editor of the News, and
then committed suicide. The shooting
occurred in the main street at Morrill,.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Cruiser Freaks Record

In her official trials the British cruiser
Infiexible attained speed of twenty
seven and one-quarter knots, breaking all
records. 1t was stated after the trial
that her speed would have been greater
had not fog prevailed.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
5000 CHILDREN MINE COAL.
4o,11G Women Also in Working
Forco OF India Galleries.

40, ZIG Women Also in WOfI>InS
Forco OF India Galleries.
In the coal mines of India, 6,C3S chill
dren are working, according to report
made by the consul general of Calcutta.
The working force also includes 49,116
women. he says Official returns for 1907
show that while mining has developed
considerably during the last two years it
is still in it's incipiency. There is a
dearth of expert miners and much of the
machinery used is of the crudest charac-
ter. The coal yielded during the year was
1886, 46S tons, an increase of 10 per
cent over the previous year.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Progress i'm the South

Reports published by the Manufacture
ers' Record of Baltimore show that stone
roadmaking is in progress throughout the
South without let-up, and that contracts
are constantly being made. Also huge
sums are being spent on the development
of various industries, such as coal, oil,
cotton etc
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Cincinnati Packer Drops Dead

Thomas Morrison. prominent in rail-
road and business circles, dropped dead
in Cincinnati. He was member of the
firm of Thomas Morrison & Co., meat
packers, trustee of the Cincinnati
Southern Railway and former president
of the Chamber of Commerce.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Robbers Near Brainerd, Mimi

The Bank of Pequot. Mimi. was robbed
at . 80 a. m. Saturday. The safe was
blown open with dynamite The noise
aroused the citizens and the robbers were
compelled to leave before getting the steel
chest. They got about 800 in silver. The
safe and building were damaged to the
extent of about $500.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Carter Elected by Fireme en-.

w. s. Carter of Peoria, H., was elected
grand master of the Brotherhood of Loco
motive Firemen and Enginemen, to sue
coed John ]. Mammalian. Mr.. Carter has
been secretary of the organization for
number of years.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

Ruling against high school fraternities
and sororities, Judge Windes in the Cir
cult Court in Chicago sustained the con-
tention of the board of education that it
is empowered to exclude from the schools
pupils who are members of secret socie-
ties
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
s6O,OOO,OOO to Save Lives.

To abolish all grade crossings on the
railroads in Belgium, says Consul john
son of Liege, would cost approximately
$60.OOO,000 The question is being con-
sidered by the Belgian minister of rail-
ways. There are 6,125 such crossings.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Ralnh w. Eddy EOuud.

\ Word has been received in Wooster,
Ohio, that Ralph W. Eddy. young travel
ing man who disappeared in Milwaukee
Aug. 20. two days before he was to have
married Miss Warren of Wooster, enlist
ed in the United States army, at Jefferson
Barracks, St. Louis, Aug. u.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

An appeal has been made to the State
authorities for the stockmen of Butte
county, S. D., to give aid in the EXTERN
ination of anthrax, which at the present
time is playing havoc with the big cattle
herds of the county.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Millions for Boston Parks,

BY the will of the late George f Park
man of Boston, who died last week. the
larger part of his estate, amounting to
SS,oO0,000, is left to the city of Boston
for the improvement of its parks.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Chicago Defeats New York.

Chicago won the third successive Ma
tional League pennant by defeating New
York in the deciding game by score of
4 to 2. Superior playing and batting de-
cided the fierce struggle despite the efforts
of rowdies to injure the Chicago players.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

"RivaI'' Oil Trust Branches.
While Vice President f. B. Squire of
the Standard Oil Company of Ohio was
on the stand in the oil trust investigation
at New York, Lawyer Kellogg, for the
government showed how the Toledo Oil
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
phi1aaelnhia,s aoatb Rirthaa

dred and twenty-ifth birthday. the feature
of the day being an address by Herman
Ridder on German influence in the devel-
opment of the nation.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

At Edinburgh, Scotland, Andrew Car
negie announced his decision to set aside
81 10000 for the foundation of a hero
fund in his native land.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Mrs. sothern Refused Divorce.

A Nevada judge refused to grant a di-
vorce 10 Virginia Harmed from E. H.
Sothern. because neither appeared in
court
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Manager Kills Himself.

George NJ Massey, manager of the local
branch of the Menter & RoSenbloom
Company, committed suicide in Birming-
ham, Ala His accounts are in good
shape.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
FARMERS TRUST MEETS.

American Society of Equity Opens
Convention at Milwaukee.
The American Society of Equity, hav-
ing a membership of 100000, opened its
annual convention in Milwaukee Tuesday.
The society is made up of farmers. and its
object is to regulate the price of farm
produce. 1t is a part of the program
to establish elevators and warehouses in
different parts of the country and by
keeping grain and other produce in store
and placing it upon the market as there
is demand for it to regulate prices.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15
Record Motor Boat Mile.

Dixie H. the racing motor boat owned
by Z. J. Schroeder, sped over a MEASURED
mile on the Hudson at New York ar the
record rate of thirty-six and one-half
miles an hour, her time for the mile be-
ing / minute "a 4-5 seconds. The Dixie
fins retained her title as champion motor
boat of America. Later she won IN the
thirty-mile free-for-all race
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

Turkey, Persia and RUSSIA nave been
invited by Secretary OF State loot to
participate in the international opium
conference to be held in Shanghai, China,
beginning with the new year.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

Forest fires in Bradford county, Penn
sylvania, destroyed 10,Oo0,O00 feet Of logs
belonging to one firm.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

The reply of the German government to
the Joint note of France and Spain nam
ing the conditions for the recognition of
MuIai Hafid as Sultan of Morocco
agrees to nearly all of the conditions, but
insists that the steps be taken in accord
with the Moroccan law, and that while
the engagements of the previous Sultan
with the powers be respected, that his en-
gagements with individuals be not re-
ga rded
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-10-15

Fraternities and sororities in the pub
lie schools of Iowa will be forbidden by
law if State Superintendent John f.
Riggs can influence the coming General
Assembly to enact such statute.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-08-19
HANNIBAL HAMLIN.
How He Won the Title "The Cartha.
gilman Of Maine"


Among the many stories OF Hannibal
Hamiin's early experiences IN the
Maine Legislature none is more animal
ed than bis tilt with John Holmes, in
teresting besides, because il gives the
origin OF the Carthaginian of Maine. I"
q name that stuck to Hamlin through
life Holmes had been in the United
States senate. and at this particular
time. wrote General Hamlin. member
OF the state house Of representatives,
was endea voring to domineer over it.
HaE4lin disputed the leadership with
him. and Holmes attempted 70 crush
bis young opponent by coarsely ridicnl-
ing his swarthy complexion. Instantly
Hamlin jumped to his feet aud, point
Ing his finger at Holmes, retorted: IF
the gentleman chooses to ind fault
with me for my complexion, what has
be 20 say about HIMSELF / take my
complexion from nature. He gets bis
from the brandy bottle Which Il
more honorabley' This retort was
greeted with great applause and cries
OF Go on
Hamlin then continued, porting his
finger at Holmes: Il viii also tell the
member from Alfred that be Is more
conspicuous for trying to IN drysbod
over young men than for trying to en-
courage them But as long as they
are true TO themselves and to nstUre
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-08-19
MORE NEWS STORIES

The home of Mrs. NJ. C. Nichols is
being reprinted.
Mrs. C. ]. Smith is visiting rela-
tiyes in Trempea'eau.
Mrs. Frank Graves is entertaining
her father, Mr.. Bryan of Bangor.
Rooms to to rent in the Opera
house. Inquire at the CENSOR office.
Miss Wayne Norling of Minneapolis
is visiting relatives and friends here.
None others lips but mine have
touched thee, o Red Circle, Toe cigar, &c
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Rood of Har-
mOny were VirOqua visitors on Monday.
Mrs. Remembrance Solomon of
Readstown is spending a few days at
the F. Fl. Rogers home.
Mrs. Willard Bowman and Miss
Mabel Bowman have returned from a
few days stay in Chicago.
Mrs. Edna Decker of Hutchinson,
Kansas, spent few days with her
cousin, Mrs G. C. Brown.
Mrs. c. w. Powell has been con-
fined to her home for the past week
with severe attack Of quinsy.
-Adolph Biekle and family have
moved in their fine new residence in the
Second ward, on Washington avenue.
Mr. and Mrs. August Smith and
little daughter returned from week S
visit at Minneapolis with the Switzcr
family,
"A farmers team made lively dash
around on the business streets to-day,
doing no damage, but creating consider
able excitement.
Mr.. and Mrs f. M. Towner left on
Friday for Rice Lake, where they will
visit the DIR. Fred Tate family and en-
JOY week Is camping out.
Mrs. Thos. Sandwich and children
have returned from Mason City, Iowa,
where they we -e called by the illness
of Mrs. Sandwiches mother.
Mrs. j. p. Joyce and Mrs. VIM.
Stricken left Monday for FairInont,
Minnesota, their old home, to be pre-
sent at the silver wedding of their
sister.
Mrs. Herman Aikens suffered a
stroke of paralysis Saturday morning,
and hes in a critical condition at the
home of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Frank Rogers.
Il Mr.. Samuel Savage, former pio-
neer resident of Vernon county, died al
his home in Olathe, Colorado. a few
days ago and was buried at the ceme-
terry near Avalanche, his old home.
MIR. Charles Updahl, Mrs. Emma
Dahl and Miss Erickson, all of Chicago,
have been guests the past week at the
home of II. f. Anderson On Noting
ham ridge.
The city council last evening passed
an ordinance forbidding the killing of
squirrels within the city limits The
little grey beauties should be protected
and the CENSOR hopes the boys will
refrain from violating the ordinance.
Friends In this city are in receipt
Of cards announcing the marriage of
Miss Isabella Collins of Ripon to DIR.
Frank T.. Morley Of this city. The
wedding occurred at Ripon 1T the home
of the brides parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
p. S. Collins, on Saturday, August 10.
The couple will make Viroqua their
home DR. Morley is a Viroqua boy
and has been for some years practic-
ing physician here. His bride was
teacher in our city schools in the early
nineties, and has many friends and ae
quaintances here The CENSOR ex-
tends congratulations and best wishes
to the DR.. and Mrs. Morley.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-08-19
GoNarnments.

The human family is subject 10 for.
ty-eight principal governments, classi-
fed as follows:
Absolute NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Az
ghanistan, China, Korea. Morocco. Per.
STA, Russia. Siam and Turkey.
Limited Monarchies - Austria Hun
gary, Belgium. British empire, Den
mark. Germany. Greece. Italy. Japan.
Montenegro. Netherlands, Portugal.
Roumania, Servia. Sweden, Norway
and Spain
Republics Republic. Be-
nvla. Brasil. Chile, Colombia, Costa
Rica, Cuos. Dominican Republic. &c,
luadoF, France, Guatemala. Haiti, Hon
duras. Liberia. Mexico. Nicaragua. Pan
sma, Paraguay, Peru, Salvador. Swift
Eeriand. United States OF America. Uru-
quay aud Venezuela
Besides thesS are the underlined des-
potisms Of central Africa aud a few
Insignificant independent states
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-08-19
ApDrTroNAl. NEWS NOTES
Smoke the a9Vnoqua" SC cigar.

Smoke the NnOqua &c cigar.
Mrs. C. E. Ward of Chaseburg
visited at the C. E. Truesdale home.
None others lips but mine have
touched thee, o Red Circle, 10c cigar, sc.
Wanted any kind of clover seed.
Highest price paid. Phone 1873. H. ID.
Williams & Co.
- Mr.. and Mrs. Ed. Lind returned
Yesterday from Chaseburg, where they
enjoyed few days outing.
Miss Esther De ShOn of Steele,
North Dakota, spent a few days at the
home of E. A. Wiganowsky.
Mr. and Mrs. James Treseder of
Viola are guests at the home of their
daughter, Mrs. H. c. Gardner.
Miss Dorothy Trowbridge enter
tanned her young friends Friday at her
home in honor of her birthday.
Nelson Davenport has returned
from visit with his lughter, Mrs.
A. N. Asbury of Page, Nebraska.
The Misses Helen Nylus of La
Crosse and Hazel Shannon Of Wcstby
spent Monday with friends in this city.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. f. Jones of Mus
coda have been visiting at the home OF
the lady's parents. MIR. and Mrs. Joel
Nuzum.
Miss Edith fainter gave birthday
party last Thursday for Miss Helen
Stemen of Stevens Point, who is visit
ing friends here.
The little Perry Sisters, supported
by strong company in Kidnapped
for a Million, at Opera house, Tues
day, August rs.
Miss Agnes johnson, daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. l.. 7. Johnson of Rich
land Center, is visiting relatives here
and at Westby.
Elias Jaccbso has purchased the
George Welch farm two miles north
east of the city and will move there in
the near future.
Miss Birdie Newton, daughter of
Gene Newton, of Mellette, South Da-
kota, is visiting at Sylvanus Moore's in
the town of Harmony.
Kidnapped for a Million" at
Opera house Tuesday, August rs, is a
guaranteed attraction. A beautiful
story prettily staged, tornado Of fun.
Mrs. Louisa Rogers and daughter
Hattie have returned from La Crosse,
where the former has been a hospital
patient fur several weeks Mrs. Rogers
is much improved in health, but will
remain with rel lives here for the pre-
sent, Miss Rogers will leave for Cali
Eornia this week to be in Santa Rosa
for the beginning of school.