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The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03
DEATH OF MRS. W. WELLS
Well Known Blue Earth County Lady
Has Final Summons.


Mrs. William n. Plymat today recei-
we'd message from Cheyenne Wells,
Colorado announcing the death this
morning of Mrs. Williughby Wells,
at the home of her son, Mr.. Luther
Wells. Mrs. Wells was sixty years
old and was well known in Blue Earth
county having formerly resided near
Amboy.
{ Two years ago Mr.. and Mrs. Wells
moved with their son and daughter
from Amboy, this county, to Cheyenne
Wells, Colorado, and year ago the
husband of deceased died. A few
months since Mrs. Wells, the deceased
visited her daughter, Mrs. Hugo, in
Duluth in the hopes of gaining her
health but returned again to Colorado
where she died this morning of Bright's
disease.
The deceased will be buried beside
the remains of ner husband of Chey-
enne Wells. She was a woman of ex-
cellent character, well liked by all who
knew her and the son and daughters
have the sympathy of all in their
bereavement
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03

nominate delegates from the commits
sioner's districts. the delegates from
tho city of Mankato adjourned to an
other part of the building, leaving the
country delegates to themselves in the
hall.
{ Suddenly the clarion voice of Robert
IB. Thomas of Lake Crystal was heard
above the babble and order was re-
stored. Mr.. Thomas outlined plan to
wrest the delegateships at large from
the city to the country and suggested
that nominations be made.
w. j. B. Bryson of Lyra got the
floor and nominated in one breath:
William Mcqueen, George Strong, d.
| T.. Bowen.
The mention of these names brought
forth applause that nerved the speaker
to propose S. B. Wilson for the fourth
delegate at large. This slate was en-
dorsed by means of deafening APP
plause which ended in declaration
from Mr.. Bryson who cried: "Remem-
Der! Gentlemen! You have positively
pledged your support to these nomi-
nees. as delegates at Target"
More hand clapping and cheers fol.
lowed and Mr.. Thomas stepped down
from the platform only to return a
few minutes later to announce a
scheme to insure the successful prose
cution of the frame-up.
Mr.. Thomas recommended the nomi-
nees be presented in they following
order: d. T. Bowen, William Nc
Queen, George Strong, S. b. Wilson.
Recommending Delegates.
The second district delegation rec
commended the election of S. B. vii
son, H, L. Schmitt and c. L. Benedict
as delegates at large and after the
/ election of district delegates were de
clared it was moved that they be de-
clared elected Out the motion was
lost, after Mr.. Bryson had been heard
in opposition.
George w. Scherer then placed in
|, nomination Messrs. Wilson, Schmitt
and Benedict and was followed by
| Robert Thomas, who nominated Messrs
Bowen, Mcqueen, Strong and Wilson
The convention then proceeded to
elect four delegates on one balloot
each delegate voting for four nominees
| at once.
Tho ha Hot reSultad.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03

bridge being swept away. Several cul-
verts We're taken out, some of which
have been made passable again, One
approach to the bridge at the foot
of Gerry hill was washed away. A
number of people in town lost their
gardens. One family was forced to
abandon their residence.
James Dunbar of Huntley and Miss
Weber from Illinois are visiting at
Albert Bier's.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03
BLUE EARTH COUNTY REPUBLICANS
NAME DELEGATES TO STATE MEET

J + !. . + + + + I. 1. I. + + + /.
DELEGATES AT LARGE. 1
D. T. Bowen, South Bend; Will I
lam Mcqueen, Mapleton; S. B.
Wilson, Mankato; George Strong, I
} Amboy.
FIRST DISTRICT. !
Nels Nyquist, Eagle Lake; A. :
Juliar, St. Clair; George Rivers, ;
Decoria. =
SECOND DISTRICT. :
J, George Atchinson, Mankato; ].
! w. Andrews, Mankato; Gustav
) Widell, Mankato.
THIRD DISTRICT. !
; ]. C. James, South Bend; George
; Norman, Judson; Ernest Hughes,
Cambria. :
FOURTH DISTRICT. :
; ]. w. Heritage, Pleasant Mound;
w. W.. Weller, Rapidan; E.~W.
) Gates, Garden City.
FIFTH DISTRICT. !
} H. C. Hotaling, Mapleton; Jud
; Cornell, Mapleton; B. F. Nc !
; Gregor, Mapleton.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03
WEAK NAN RECEIPT FREE

Any man who suffers with nervous debili-
ty. loss of natural power. weak back. failing
memory or deficient manhood. brought on by
excuses, diSsipat ton, unnatural drains or the
fOllieS of youth, may cure himself at home
with simple prescription that l will gladly
send free. in a plain sealed envelop Ito any
man who will write for it. A. E. Robinson,
1854 Luck Building. Detroit. Michigan.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03
Ewe1t Files for Congress.

Paul A. Ewert, assistant United
States district attorney, filed an Aft
davit with the secretary of state to-
day declaring himself candidate Tor
the republican nomination for con-
gresham in the second Minnesota dis
trict
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03

Siyert and Matt Brude and Albert
Tonberg sailed today from New York
on the Cunard liner "Campania," for
Aalesund. Norway They will not re-
turn to AIankato until next spring.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03

Mrs. Edney and daughter of Bell
flower, Mo-. arrived yesterday after
noon from Menominee, Wis, to visit
the formers brother, S. B. Wilson, and
family.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1908-07-03

Lee L. Wood and wife have returned
from their wedding trip. and are get
ting settled in their apartments over
DIR. NJ B. Woods dental office on
Cherry street.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
HOME IF HUCK FINN
HOUSE WHERE MARK TWAlN'S
 HERO LIVED TORN DOWN.
Hannibal, Mo-, Where Place Stood' Unconscious of Its Greatness Anecdote of House and of
 the Two Mark TWains.

Hannibal Mo-Huckleberry Films ancient habitation in North Hannlpai' near the river front, has passed from the earth. Since Hannibal has admit ted that Mark Twain was really great man It has taken particular pride in the "hoary-headed' domicile and the revenue derived from post cards showing the structure would have built much better house. k. H. Coons. the owner of the property, recently had the "Huck" Finn home torn down to erect a row of modern flats. which will have, 1t is hoped, livening effect on the somewhat dreamy district of North Hannibal.
 A characteristic story is told in con nection with the house. One summer day a gentleman from the east came to Hannibal to secure data for a Mark Twain story. He could find Hol- liday hill easily enough without a guide, because 1t lowered up to the sky on the north end, and prevented the towns further extension unless the good citizens take a notion to tun- nel.
 An ice man was asked for the direc- tion to Huck Films cottage.
 Never heard of him." said the na- tive He sure don't live in these parts"
 The stranger went west a block and accosted boy with fishing rod on his shoulder
 He don't run with our crowd" he said. Maybe he lives down by the bridge"
 I'm not looking for Huck Finn him. self" said the visitor. Hes dead. but -"
 Then you might try the grave yard" replied the boy. Its up yon' der-the stones is marked, I reckon Presently citizen came along who could furnish the information. Huck' s home was only two blocks from where l the ice man said he didn't live In those parts" In the basement door stood black "aunty," with her hands resting on her hips. She wore a tri' colored handkerchief on her head.
 T knows" she said; "you's one O dem relicky hunters"
 I'm engaged in gathering some ma terial in reference to Mark Twain,
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
DR. TALKS OF FOOD
Pres. of Board of Health.

What shall I eat?" is the daily in- qniry the physician is met with. do not hesitate to say that in my judg- ment a large percentage of disease Is caused by poorly selected and improp- erly prepared food. My personal expe- rlence with the fully-cooked food, Known as Grape-Nuts, enables me to speak freely of its merits.
 From overwork I suffered several years with malnutrition, palpitation or the heart and loss of sleep. Last sum- mer was led to experiment person. ally with the new food, which l used In conjunction with good rich cows milk. In a short time after l com menced its use the disagreeable symp- toms disappeared, my hearts action became steady and normal, the func- lions of the stomach were properly carried out and again slept as sound- " and as we'll as in my youth.
 T look upon Grape-Nuts as a per rect food, and no one can gainsay but that 1t has a most prominent place in rational, scientific system of feed Ing. Any one who uses this food will soon be convinced of the soundness or the principle upon which it is manu- factured and may thereby know the facts as to its true worth" Read "The Road to Melville" in pkgs. There's a Reason"
 Ever read the above letter? A new one appears from time to time. They arc genuine, true, and full of human Interest.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Ribbon Trimminus.

Ribbon is used in profusion and in
 Ine shape of rosettes, choux torsades
 twists, streamers, lops and fan and
 shell-shaped ornaments; the new col. ors are absolutely delightful Tho plaln-colored ribbon comes in al, tho new French shades and all widths
 the most in favor is liberty satin taf letas ana faille, all of a decided deli cacy and suppleness, despite the firm weave. The most elaborate are decor. ated with hand painting, some of then, having entire Louis XIV. series to ma. tural colors (these are also found in warp rlbbons), while others show deli cate Dresden designs on light and uarK backgrounds. Broche ribhan ie also in great demand also bavadero striped ribbon in several new color tones and with even or graduated stripes, and in satin and taffetas Ex qulslte IS the new French importation warp printed ribbon showing elabor. ate peacock feather effects in the most beautiful shades and ribbon imnrinted with gorgeous Oriental design in tba richest colors.-Vogue.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
WRITER OF REAL TALENT.
Evidently the Bushby Clarion Had
 Genius on Its Staff.

The editor of the Bushby Clarion leaned back in his chair and surveyed his visitor with a solemn and unwlnk' ing gaze. You want to know if there's any good reporter in this town?' he said, impressively. Well, there IS. There's Gid Hobart"
 What sort of work can he do?" asked the visitor.
 His capabilities haven't had their full chance yet" said the editor, slow ly, but he's getting on, and I'm afraid we shall lose him before long. Why, last week that fellow wrote a two column account of fire that was thrilling, tell you!"
 Farmhouse, old mother, grand father born there, and so forth, l sup pose?" said the visitor
 No, sir!" said the editor. Tt was deserted hen-house, that's what it was. can tell you, that takes talent! We cant expect to keep Gid with us always. ."-Youths Companion.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
NO SKIN LEFT ON BODY.
For Six Months Baby Was Expected to Die with Eczema-NoW We'll
 Doctor Said to Use Cuticura.

"SiX months after birth my little girl broke out with eczema and 1 had two doctors in attendance. There was not a particle of skin left on her body, the blood oozed out just anywhere, and we had to wrap her in silk and carry her on a pillow for ten weeks. She was the most terrible sight 1 ever saw, and for six months 1 looked for her to die. used every known remedy to allevi- ate her suffering, for it was terrible to witness. Dr. C. gave her up. Dr. B. recommended the Cuticura Remedies. She will soon be three years old and has never had a sign of the dread trouble since. We used about eight cakes of Cuticura Soap and three boxes of Cuticura Ointment. James J. Smith, Durmid, Va, Oct. 14 and 22, 1906."
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30

Another action having the same ef- feet as the above is: With the pres sure of the hands, follow the course of the colon, beginning low upon the right side of the abdomen, passing around beneath the stomach, and ter minating on the side opposite. This fifsan awrsf,r che aBress1re ee&epcise ddeerr the short ribs. The ends of the fingers are applied from below, and strong pressure made with a tremuous mo- tion. This exercise excites muscular and nervous action in the organs reached
 The second exercise is one taken while occupying a kneeling position The arms are in an angle position elbow bent, while the upper arm is near the side parallel with the body. The knees are wide apart, and the trunk leaning back from the perpen- dicular.
 The arms are slowly stretched up- wards until they become parallel with each other, and in a line with the body. Retain this position for a short time-then allow them to slowly re- turn to the commencing position.
 Repeat this action ten or twelve times, using care that the arms are stretched so that they are exactly in line with the reclining trunk.
 This exercise may be varied, when the arms are stretched, by permitting the trunk to lean as far back as possi. ble, then sway from side to side bending only at the waist line.
 The effect of this action is far reaching, noticeably in the arms the top of the shoulders, the region he. heath the shoulder blades. the sides of the chest, the diaphragm, the ahdo. mlnal muscles, as well as the visceral organs, which are raised by it and moderately compressed - Harriet Coates.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Selfish Etiquette.

Some rules in an old book on eti- quette seem to encourage a practice commonly called Hooking out.for num- Der one" Here are two of them:
 When cake is passed, do not f1n- ger each piece, but with a quick glance select the best.
 Never refuse to taste of dish be- cause you are unfamiliar with it, or you will lose the taste of many del Youths Companion. t"
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Deafness Cannot Be Cured

easeu portion of the There is only one way to ueainess and that by constitutional remedies n meness IS caused by an infamed condition of the tnh iIhihg or the Eustachian Tube. When thi1 nue ne n s unnamed you have rumbling sound or i'm. peIlect nearing and when 1t is entirely closed Deaf tahen out and this tube restored to its normal cond o,Un, @ nearing Will be destroyed forever; nine cases put or ten are caused by Catarrh which i. notbJn9 out an innamed condition of the mucnns snrfacss As nwlll we VIII give One Hundred Dollars for any case Q, h nvss u, Ccaused by catarrh that cannot be cured
 v W Na1arrn O9re. Send for circulars free
 Sold by Druggists 75c W "0'' Aoleuo' u
 Take Halls Family Pills for const,no.,o
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Anythinq-AImost.

Mrs Rucksher is a woman who seems to be willing to do almost any. thing for the sake of appearance"
 "4es-but she draws the line at wearing inexpensive hats for the sake or making her husbands task easier when he has to face the assessor"
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
rouse Where Huckleberry Finn Once
 Lived.

 said the customer, pleasantly, "and as this is"
 Well, you needn't go no furder." !" said the big aunty hospitably. He's right heah."
 Who's here?"
 Mark Twain"
 Tn this house?"
 "To be sho!."
 Whats he doing here?" asked tb. surprised visitor.
 "Ah doan' know, but yo' kin cum in an sec"
 She led the way to another under ground apartment. and, with pride. pointed to something on a pallet The strangers eyes, gradually becoming accustomed to the semi-light, distin. gushed an infant pickanniny busi,v endeavoring to swallow it's glossy arm AS the two came and stood bv the bod 1t suspended operations and thought. iully regarded them out of two bip white eyes.
 Quite a baby" said the guest
 howo you come to call it Mark Twain?" "Da tole me if An did that Mistab sam Clemens. wot used to lib heab would sen i'm sumthin' nice" Did he?"
 "Ah reckon Mistah Clemens thot hi, was nlce' she said, doubtfully; "he sent i'm a raazer an a lookin' glass" MT Clemens was grateful?"
 Mebbe so. And he writted to my ole man sayin' if the raazer did what he expected he'd be pleased to sen, . tombstone fer tn baby"
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Waited for a Man.

First Cyclist-What in the band box, Bill, and where's the girl?
 Second Cyclist-That contains my Puncture-mending device. l get them mended quickly and well without lift ing finger.
 First Cyclist-Tell us!
 Second Cyclist-That box contains a lady's skirt and picture hat; when puncture I've only to don them and wait!
 First Cyclist-By love, that's clever!
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
We Reiterate.

That for more than fifteen years Hunts Cure has been working on the aiiicted. Its mission is to cure skin troubles, particularly those of an itch Ing character It's success is not on account of advertising, but because 1t surely does the work. One box is guaranteed to cure any case
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Live lonq In Africa

m the course of report to tho nri'lsh colonial office the resident n, norgu province Nigeria, mentions tbst the chief. Kokafu, is said to bau" reached the age of 205. while his son
 lo not die until he was 157. The lst. ter visited Sokoto not many year, .~n
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Honorable Youth.

Here, you, sir!" cried Miss Roxley's angry papa, how dare you show your face here again?"
 well" replied young Nervey, q mlght have worn mask, of course, but that would have been deceitful."
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Actual Ear%o

For upwards of fifteen years Hunts Cure has been sold under strict guar. antee to cure any form of itching skin troubles known. No matter the name less than one per cent. of the pur- chasers have requested. their money pack. Why? It simply does the work.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
True American SnIr,t

Within two years since the sroo, earthquake which undid San Trsn cisco. that heroic city has put sioo oVo,ooo into building operations o, which. according to trustworthv st.t. ~ ments, all but 3l.o0o ooV oams ,rns. local sources. AESm
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
In Pinch, Use ALIENS FooT.EAss

A poWder. It cures painful, smart. 1ng' nervous feet and ingrowing nails. US the greatest comfort discovery of the age. Makes new shoes easy. A certain cure for sweating feet. Sold by all Druggists, 25c Accept no sub stitute Trial package, FREE. Ad. dress A. s. Olmsted. Le Roy. N. Y.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30


 Many motions may be given to ones digestive organs suited to different constitutions conditions Of disease deVelopment of the region, strength of the individual etc. The following ex. erclses have been carefully selected which, if not entirely applicable for Q gwen case, may prove suggestive of some other that may act more to the purpose
 The first exercise is given in a standing position, the body slightly bent forward, with corsets and all tight-httlng clothes removed. The ac. uon is. the extended hands are made to strike the frontal regions of the pody, striking alternately with each hahd With such force and speed as n produce no unpleasant sensations.
 1T there be point where pain is relt, the acuon, at each successive ex. erclse, should for period be given to surrounding parts, approaching tbe tender part gradually until the main disappears. 'i'
 I ne above may be confirmed ,,+i, the entire frontal region has been traversed, and repeated as often as one deems practical
 A more vigorous treatment may ba given by using the doubled fist instea1 or the flat hand in striking. However 1t IS better to begin by using the open hand
 This treatment is an unusually good one to assist in promoting absorption or removing congestion.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30

More proof that Lydia E. p;r,, hams Vegetable c Compound saua. woman from surgical operation.ss r.s
 Mrs. s. A. Williams, of Gardiner Maine, writes:
 "I was great sufferer from fema,. troubles, and Lydia E. Pinkham's Va%0 aale table Compound restored me to heaith in three months, after my phvs;c;an declared that an operation was abso. lutely necessary"
 Mrs. Alvina Sperling, of 154 Clev. bourne Ave, Chicago, H., writes:
 "I suffered from female troubles. a tumor and much inflammation. Two of the best doctors in Chicago decided that an operation was necessary to savs my life. Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound entirely cured me without an OperatiOn" "
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
Both Sides of the Arnunent-

Does your wife prefer rugs or car pets?"
 well, answered MT. Meekton. rugs are more convenient. But it Isn't as much fun to watch man struggle with them"
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30

My husband has promised to allow me to choose what l want for my birthday"
 oh, then therell be no surprise this year."
 Won't there! I'll bet you there is, only he'll get it instead of me"
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30
FACTS FOR SICK WOMEN.

For thirty years Lydia E Pink hams Vegetable Compound, made from roots and herbs, has been the standard remedy for female ills, and has positively cured thousands of women who have been troubled with displacements, inflammation, ulcera- tion, fibroid tumors, irregularities, periodic pains, backache, that bear ing down feeling, tlatulency, indiges- tion, dizziness, ,ornervous proStration. Why don't you try itl
 Mrs. Pinkham invites all sick women to write her for advice. She has guided thousands to health. Address, Lynn, Mass.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30

How few women have proper diges- tion? One great cause Cf sluggish di- gestion is the imperfect removal, both of waste and of residual.
 Since motion of the organs is a nee essary part of their function, no res toration of digestive power is possible
The Prescott daily news., 1908-05-30

Ills Satanic majesty has learned the art Of getting something for noth- lnx.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1908-03-07

fuss over. And It IS one OF these sleeve
dogs which The Duchess OF RoSburghe
has purchased.
one lnducement held out to her to
buy il was the statement that II wac
the FINEST specimen OF its Kind In the
word she Is said 20 have paid over
$4,000 for IL, which Is many times more
than the value Of ~ weight in solid
gold. But one folly inevitably leads 10
another Aud tho duchess second fol
~ has taken the form OF chrsicnIns
this ridiculous specimen OF canine ae-
gcneracy "Uuclc sam" Could imagine
ton conceive Of any name more In
appropriate for such creature But
lis purchase has entailod yet another
folly. The duchess has provided for
the little beast o costly toilet outfit es-
peoially designed Tor 1t by q Parisian
who coins money out Of feminine fol-
lies. on the backs Of It's Nee brushes
the dogs initials are cmbnzoned In
diamonds. us ivory and gold bath Is
similarly adorned have been told
but 1 can hardly cFedt 1t. that com