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The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19
Prizes For Decorations

We are authorized to announce
that a prize of $25 will be paid
for the most tasteful and pret-
test decorated business house
in Columbus during the encamp-
ment, The house must be deco
rated for the beginning of the
camp-the morning of August 4
and remain so throughout the
period-untiI August 18th.
A prize Of SIS will be paid to
the residence most tastefully de-
cOrated under the above condi-
tions within then following terri
tory: Second Avenue, North
Main Street, Fifth, Sixth and
Seventh streets. All other streets
running South between College
and second Avenue North.
A prize of SO will be awarged
to the prettiest decorated vehicle
on the street on Governors day.
Governors day will be announc-
ed later through the press.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

The following are the officers
elected during the meeting of
the Grand Lodge of Elks which
met in Dallas, Texas, during the
past week:
Rush l.. Holland. of Colorado
Springs, grand exalted ruler.
John J. Shea, Hartford, Conn,
grand esteemed leading knight.
Fred E. Robinson, Dubuque,
Iowa reelected secretary.
Edward Lack, New York, re-
elected treasurer.
Los Angeles was chosen as
the meeting place.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

At Eight o'clock Friday eve
ming an alarm of fire was turn
ed in from ward three on South
street and Sixth avenue, being
the barn of Wilburn Johnston
(colored). The fire department
hurried to the scene of the blaze
and had it soon under their con-
troll.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

The Womens Store noted for
selling things, just as advertis ed
will begin a clean sweep clear
ance sale next Tuesday morning
when the best of material, for
this store does not handle shod-
day goods, will gofor nearly half
their real value ladies wanting to
add to their wardrobe before the
encampment should visit this
store where they will be royalty
treated and where they are sure
to find genuine bargains.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

A Boston woman who has just
celebrated her golden anniversi-
ty, as a cook boasts of having
made and baked $4,000 pies,
1000, 900 doughnuts and some
thing more than 100000 pud-
dings, besides a multitude of
other dainties and no end of
babed beans. Her receipts are
all her own and she refuses to
write a cook book.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

There is one preparation known to-
day that viii promptly help the stom-
ach. This is Kodol. Kodol digests all
classes of food, and it does it thorc ugh
ly, so that the use Of Kodol for a tine
wi without doubt help any one who
has stomach disorders or stomach trou-
BILE. Take Kodol today and continue it
for the short time that is necessary to
give you complete relief. Kodol is
sold by L E Mayfield.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

This is what Hon. Jake Moore. State
Warden of Georgia, says of Kodol for
Dyspepsia: "E. G. Dewitt &c Co,
Chicago, Ill.-Dear Sirs-I have suffer-
ed more than twenty years with indi-
gestion. About eighteen months ago
/ had grown so much worse that could
not digest crust of corn bread and
could not retain a',ythiug on my stom-
ach. / lost % pounds; in fact | made
up my mind that / could not live but a
short time, when a friend of mine rec
commended Kodol. / consented to try
it to please him and was better in one
day. l now weigh more than ever did
in my life and am in better health than
for many years. Kodol did it. / keep
bottle constantly, and write this hop
ing that humanity may be benefited.
Yours very truly, Jake c. Moore, At
lanta. Aug. 10, 1904" Sold by L E
Mayaeld.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19
A FEW MORE

Vacancies in class VicKsburg
Sanitarium Training School for
Nurses. Young women wishing
to become trained nurses, write
for particulars.
DR.. d. 2. Street,
Vicksburg Sanitarium
Vicksbugs Miss. 7-19 LIMO.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Master Harold Meyer, of Me-
ridian, is in the city visiting rel
atives, and acting as cashier for
the Syndicate Sale, at Kaufman
Bros. store.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

If you want your machine to
run light, buy your oil from the
Singer Store. Singer oil is best
also for Typewriters and BIZ
cycles. We carry in stock need
les for all makes of machines.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19
Meeting Of County School Board.

The Lowndes County School
Bard will meet at the Court
House on Wednesday. July %, at
10 O'Clock a. m.
S. NJ. NASH, Supt. Ed.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Mrs. w. S. Miller, who lived
near Trinity, died at her home
last Wednesday afternoon at
3 o'clock, her death was caused
by a stroke of paralysis. Her
remains were tenderly laid to
rest Thursday afternoon at 2:3O
o'clock at Chaffers Chapel.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Bert Barber, of Elton, Wis, says:
ssI have only taken four doses OF your
Kidney and Bladder Pills and they have
dons for me more than any other medl-
cine has ever done. / am still taking
the pills as want a perfect cure" Mr.
Barber refers to DeWitt's Kidney and
Bladder Pills. Sold by L E Mayfie Id.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Just re ceived, a car load of
Singer, and Wheeler and
Wilson sewing machines. We
sell on easy payments or dis
count for cash. Singer Sewing
Machine Co., 315 Main St., ]. w.
Clarke, Manager.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Mr.. Curtis Chapel, the pop
ular postman, has returned home
after a months vacation spent a.
broad. Mr.. Chapel reports his
trip as being a delightful one.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Bees Laxtive Cough Syrup recon-
mended by mothers for young and old
is prompt relief for coughs, cold, Group,
hoarseness, whooping cough. Gently
laxative and pleasant TO take. Guarn-
teed. Should be kept in every house
hold. Sold by J. w. Jones.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Pineules for the kidneys, 30 days
trial 81 90. Guaranteed. Act directly
on the kidneys and bring relief in the
first dose for backache, rheumatic pains
kidney and bladder trouble. Invigorate
the entire sys.em. Sold by J.W. Jones.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Sick Headache and Biliousness reli-
eyed at once with Rings Little Liver
Pills. A rosy complexion and clear eyes
result from their use. Do not gripe or
sicken. Good for all the family. Sold by
J. w. Jones.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Have you seen it. Have you
tried it, The Singer sc, most
wonderful machine of 10th CEN
tury, light running and noise
less. For sale at The Sim
ger Store, 315 Main St., J. w.
Clarke Manager.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Parties desiring Flags. bunt-
ing or festooning for store or
resident decorating for the com
ing encampment had better an
ticipate their wants early to in
sure getting what you want.
~ c5 st.M- eGal xmas supplied.
j-IU L-w J.. Is. DWelDiss.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19
LOST.

White fox terrier about two
months old strayed away 10 days
ago. Liberal reward for its re-
turn.
r. A. Crump.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Mr.. r. E. Webster of Scott
dale, Pa. is in the city on bus
ness, he expects to return soon
to his home in Scottdale.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

1t Always Comes With Sum-
mer," is the title of a new song,
and it may refer to several things
including the desire for a three
months vacation. - Washington
Post.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

We repair and adjust all max es
of Sewing Machines at the Sim
ger Store, 315 Main st. Phone 5S.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Pinesalve { arbolized acts like pouI-
tice Quick relief for bites and sting Of
insects, chapped skin, cuts, burns and
sores. tan and sunburn. FSold by J. W.
Jones
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Operation fer piles will not be necess-
sary if you use Man Zan Piles Remedy.
Put up ready to use. Guaranteed. Price
soc. Try it. "Sold by J. w. Jones"
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

1t also promises - BE bum
per summer for lar guagc. r Rich
mond Times Mispatch.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Turnip seed, fresh stock, best
prices, all varieties.
Mayo Drug Co.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Machines rented by week or
month. at The Singer Store, 315
Main st. Phone So.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve is good
for cuts, burns, bruises and scratches.
1t is especially good for piles. Recon-
mended and sold by l. f Mayfield.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Turnip seed, fresh stock. best
prices, all varieties.
Mayo Drug Co.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19
Turnip seed, fresh stock, best
prices, all varieties.
Mayo Drug Co.

Mr.. Geo. Harris, who has
been spending a very pleasant
time in the city as the guest of
his grandparents, has gone to
the country for a few days.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Miss Ollie Motion has returned
home af'er a delightful ten days
vacation
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Use Dewitt's Little Early Risers,
pleasant little pills that are easy to
take. Sold by L E Mayfeld.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

We buy your old machines in
exchange for new ones at the
Singer Store, 315 Main ST., j.
w. Clarke, Manager.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

A dog supposed to be suffer
ing with rabies was killed one
day last week in South Columb-
us. 1t is rumored that several
other CANNES were bitten by TIE
dog. Citizens in that part of the
city should keep their dogs con-
fined until all danger has passed.
Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup
acts gently upon the bowels and there
by drives the cold out of the system,
at the same time it allays Inflammation
and stops irritation. Children like it..
Sold by l. f Mayheld.
A meeting Of the Democratic
Executive Committee is hereby
called for IL O'Clock Saturday,
July 25th., at the court house.
Business of Importance. and a
full attendance is urged.
Z. B. SHERMAN,
Chairman.
w. B. HARRIS,
Secretary.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Why do you buy cheap ma
chimes, or from companies you
do not know anything about who
are here a day, gone tomorrow ?
When You need a machine, buy
a Singer or a Wheeler and Will
son from the Oldest most reliable
company in the world, Singer
Stores everywhere.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Read The Commercial for the
latest news.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Thursday was the eighty-sev-
enth birthday of Mrs. May Bo-
her Eddy, the founder of Chris
tian Science. Mrs. Eddy passed
very quiet day as she had ex-
pressed a desire that there be
no special observance of the
event,
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19

Turnip seed, fresh stock, best
prices, all varieties.
Mayo Drng Co.
The Columbus commercial. (Columbus, Miss.) 1893-1922, 1908-07-19
HOUSE BREAKER;
BEFORE THE MAYOR.
John Henry Get What Was Coming To
Him. Other Charges Before The Mayor

John Henry Turner, the kinky
headed negro boy, about the age
of fifteen, who broke into sever
al residences of the city, viz.
Mrs. Jake Sharp, Mrs. w. F..
Kemp, and a1r. w. C.. Beard the
past week was up before the
Mayor Friday morning and plead
ed guilty to these charges. He
acknowledged to have stolen a
gold watch from the residence of
Mrs. Sharp, which was Miss
Mary Askew, and that he took
four rings from the house occupi-
ed by Mrs. Kemp, and he was in
the notion of stealing what he
could from Mr.. w. C.. Beard when
he was caught on the second
story of Mr.. 7 ards residence by
policemen NIeKels and Beard.
Mayor Donnell politely" told
the young thief, that this was
his last chance to steal for
good while, putting him under
5000 bond for the charge given
in by Mrs. Kemp, $100 bond for
the charge given in by Mr.. w. G.
Beard, and that he could reside"
on the county farm for 80 days,
for ''piking" the watch.
Turner told Mr.. Donnell that a
negro by the name of Willie
Beard, had helped him to conceal
these stolen articles; but it was
proven that it was only false
hood AID Willie was turned alose
Ira Turner and Louis Crusoe,
two of the blackest coons in
town, the former being employ
ed as a porter at the Hotel Gil
mer, and the latter as transfer
boy for one of the hackmen, en-
gagged in a scrap Thursday after
noon on South Fourth street ov-
er a baggage check belonging to
a drummer who had registered
at the hotel GiImer. Neither |
negro was badly hurt. A fine
of SO was imposed on Louis. |
Ira was discharged.
Will Chapel and Dock Camp |
bell, were also up before the
Mayor the past week on a gam
bling charge. Chapel was fined !
So and Campbell was dismissed. |
Will Winston colored, ham
ded up S. the past week for be-
ing drunk on the streets.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1908-06-10
AN OREGON APPLE.

A Story Of Great and Rapid Growth.
Some weeks ago Representative
Jones of Washington-one of our
leading enthusiasts on the subject of
fruit culture out Washington way
pressed upon me an interview IN
which he related some of the won
derful get-rich-quick profits that were
being made out of fruit ranches and
vegetable farms. l sort of suspect
ed at the time that possibly Mr.
Jones might have been kind to his
imagination when he produced the
unassailable facts set forth in his
personally conducted interview, but
wasn't sure; never ran fruit ranch.
But the other day there came to the
Office, formally addressed to the edl-
tor of the Star, a letter from an in
dignant citizent of Ashland, Ore:
"The acreage mentioned was 143
and the original investment was $14,-
OO0," says the Ashland man in his
letter, referring doubtless to Mr..
Jones's interview. Then he goes
ahead. "a sale of part of the land
one year ago brought 100000 and
the remainder recently went for $780,
600. The gross sales Of fruit were
$500, 600, and allowing $500 for cost
of maintenance the net profit was
$1,2SG, 400.
"Now, that is nothing. We are so
familiar with figures and profits like
that out here that I'm surprised that
Representative Jones mentioned any
thing so commonplace. I might tell
of an apple that we raised on the
Sunrise orchard near here last year,
and | mention it not boastingly, but
just by way of recording a fact. 1t
was summer apple called the Sen
ator There were a number of large
ones, but this particular one out
stripped all the others. We were saw
ing it to send to Portland but left it
until the branch bent over so that
the apple rested ON the ground. 1t.
grew until it obtained such a great
size that it toppled over one night
and rolled down the hill, taking off
the corner of a neighbours barn and
| landing in Bear Creek, where 1T dam
med the waters so the mill could
not run The neighbors came with
their teams and chopped it in pieces
and hauled it away and kept the
whole blamed township in apple sauce
most of the winter. ]. Norris Brooks"
I guess Representative Jones Of
Washington will be good after that.
Washington Star.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1908-06-10
Kaiser's Ever Ready Revolver.

Emperor William II. is never with
out the revolver, and he is extremely
skilful in the use of the weapon. 1t
is inspected every morning so as to
make sure it is in perfect working
order.
Firmly convinced that he is going
to die by the hand OF an anarchist
this fate having been prophesied for
him long ago-he is determined TO
make a stern fight for his life, and
to have at any rate the satisfaction
if he falls of infiictjng some injury
upon his assailant.-From p. I. 0.
The Future "Scenic Route"
Mrs. De Smyth-Oh, Henry! This
is really and truly the greatest scenic
route in all America! Just gaze on
that sublime seascape advertising
Fakem's Foamy Soap!
Mr.. De Smyth-By George! That
is a masterpiece! Refer to your cat
alogue and see what artist painted 1t.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1908-06-10
Wisconsin
State News
KILLS AT CHURCH DOOR.
SuftOr Shoots Mother of Girl and
Menaces Flock with Pistol,

SuitOr Shoots Mother of Girl and
Menaces Flock with Pistol.
At the threshold of the Methodist
church of Oakfield and before a horror
stricken congregation, Mrs E. H Orvis
was shot and killed by Grant Poole, re-
jected sutton of Miss Grace Orvis. the vic
TINS daughter. After an all-day search
by the sheriff and a posse Poole was
captured on a farm near Ladoga. During
the service, which was conducted by Rev.
Sabin Halsey, Poole occupied a pew in
front of Mrs. OrviS. When the service
was closed and while the congregation
was moving down the aisles DR.. Halsey
FASTENED to the door to greet members
of his flock as they passed out. Poole
followed Mrs. Orvis as she walked, prayer
book in hand, toward the door. As the
woman reached out her hand to greet the
pastor Poole stepped forward, revolver in
hand and confronted her. Mrs. Orvis,
with a stuffed cry, shrank back, and as
she did so a shot rang out. She turned
and the bullet entered her back. Poole
fired two more shots, both of which en-
tered the victims back. Wheeling about,
he brandished the weapon at the panic
stricken congregation, and men, women
and children clambered over pews and
lodged behind pillars in their scramble
for safety. The assailant then placed the
revolver in his pocket, ran through the
entry, down the wooden steps and disap-
peared around a corner of the church.
Poole, who is So years old, was sent to
the Northern asylum three years ago after
how oft TO q
was paroled several months ago and re-
turned to live with his father, Moses
Poole on farm near Oakfeld. He be-
came infa tuated with Miss Orvis, but the
young woman repulsed his advances. He
was persistent in his attentions, though,
and the young woman's father and mother
finally forbade him to speak to their
daughter.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1908-06-10
ANIMALS THAT LIKE MUSIC.
Chimpanzees' Orchestra-Lions Lis
ten to Piano-The "Cat Fugue."

Chimpsnzees' Orchestra-Lions Lis
ten to Piano-The "cat Fugue."
The extraordinary musical sensi
tiveness of spiders has several times
been proved Every one has heard
Of PeIlisson's spider. CONSIDER of the
unfortunate prisoner, it persisted be-
cause it listened too closely to the
captive's violin. The jailer saw it
and crushed it brutally.
Gretry, the composer, speaks Of a
favorite spider which descended along
its thread upon his piano as soon as
he played it. When giving recitals at
Brussels Rubinstein saw a large spi-
der issue from the floor of the plat
form and listen to the music. He
gave three concerts at the same hall
and on each occasion the spider ap-
peared.
Insects in general, though less SEN
sitiVe to music, do not object to it.
Fishes betray little or no interest in
music Everybody, on the other hand,
probably knows that music is often
used in order to attract snakes from
their hiding places.
The Indians catch iguanas in that
manner, and there is an experiment
that we can all make to demonstrate
the truth of the matter If violin
or piano is played whenever there
is lizard visible the lizard will
stop and listen with obvious pleas
ure as long as the music lasts.
1t is a we'll known fact that in
those countries where oxen are used
for labor they take great pleasure
in the singing of their driver They
work better at the plough when stir
red by cheerful song. Arabs sing
to their camels during long jour
neys across the desert.
Horses are particularly sensitive to
music. Guenoe, who carefully studied
the matter, quotes the following curl
Gus fact: "In 1892 the Fifty-eight
Regiment of Infantry was making a
military test march when the music
struck up. The young horse of Capt
De R-hastened forward and placed
itself, in spite of it's rider, behind the
last rank of the musicians. Then
it followed peacefully, giving obvious
signs OF pleasure,
when the music ceased the Cap
tain was able to resume his place
at the head of his company, but the
band struck up again. and the horse
Notwithstanding the efforts of Capt
De R, gallcped ahead and once
more placed itself behind the mus
icians. This happened every time the
band played"
Lions have been found TO listen
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1908-06-10
sAKHAL1N A COSTLY PRIZE.
Little Revenue Derived by japan
Rrnn,n L.. Noru PnsnsaAnna

Little Revenue Derived by Japan
from Its New Possessions.
A statement recently made before the
budget committee Of the Japanese diet
brought to public attention for the first
time since the close of the war details
Of what Japan is doing with the south
ern half of the Island of Sakhalin,
awarded to her as one of the prizes Of
victory by the peace of Portsmouth,
says the Charleston News and Courier.
From what Mr.. Kumagae, chief of the
civil government staff in the new prov
ince, had to say 1t appears that the
empire has not begun to realize much
from It's new possession.
The head of the civil government
which the japanese have established at
Korsakoff as a capital told the commit
tee that much money would have to
be expended in developing the bleak
island before any great amount of rev.
enue was secured. One million yen has
)een given by the Japanese treasury an
nually since Sakhalin fell into the grip
of Japanese armies for the support Of
the machinery Of civil government es-
tablished there.
From thirty Japanese residents dur
Ing the Russian occupation the number
OF the emperor's subjects living on the
northern island has increased to 10000,
according to Mr.. Kumagae's figures, de-
spite the arctic cold of the winters
there.
The Japanese officials have system
tically divided their general inquiry as
to the productivity of Sakhalin into
several channels. At the present time
they have partial reports upon the fu-
ture Of marine products, mines, agri-
culture and cattle raising. Just now
about the only resources of the island
that attract Japanese residents Is the
fisheries, which are practically mex
haustible. Concessions have been grant
ed for the working of two coal deposits,
but the matter of transportation across
the island and from seaport to ia
pan is in such a state at this time that
nothing can be done in the development
of these mines.
1t Is a savage land the Japanese have
set themselves to conquer there on Sa-
khalin. Every yen that is received
from the imperial treasury has to go
toward the building of roads through
the forests and the construction Of ex-
ecutive Offices at the few villages.
Mr.. Kumagao, citing the experience
Of A anria In ho
ed patience on the part of the Japa-
nese government. That would win in
the end, he said
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1908-06-10
A Kew Collector.

]. H. A. Klauder, millionaire art
connoisseur of Philadelphia, is one OF
the few Americans sufficiently astute
to go in for the collection of old keys.
"In the past" said Mr.. Klauder re
Gently, "the finest artists worked on
keys. Count Adolphe de Rothschild
has key made by Benyenuto Gel
lini. It is chiseled from great block
of steel, and represents two splendid
grotesque female figures. 1t has, be-
sides, a number of superb mask and
scroll ornaments. For this key Count
Rothschild paid $500 The best
work of the old goldsmiths and sill
versmiths is found no less IN keys
than in mirrors. cups and salt-cruets
When the worlds collectors learn this
I shnll be unable to pick up SO many
key bargains"