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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

The track events were interesting
to the horseman and his henchman.
No enthusiasm was manifest in the
races. although an eager craning of
necks was visible from time to time
as the horses swept by the crowds
of people on the south and west sides
of the track, and again in front of
the grandstand. The races on Fri
day were interesting. several close
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
A Coincidence.

I'm afraid. George" said his fiancee,
that you are going from bad to
worse"
Quite coincidence" muttered
George. That's what Clara said when
threw her over for you"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

The, Flying Baldwins and Shepard
Owen were seen on Wednesday,
Thursday and Friday afternoon. Owen
giving two performances Thursday.
The Baldwins have been seen in the
larger cities of the United States and
show at state fairs, as well as in
vaudeville. Owen has an act which
looks dangerous as he suddenly rides
down steep incline, leaps across a
big bonfire of hay, and lands safely
on substantial platform several
feet away. The band, of course, play
while these stunts were being given,
which gives them the proper thought
and attention in the minds of the
visiting folk.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
She Wa, Safe.

Little four-year-old Mabel was run
ming downhill. holding her dress tight
~.
"Be careful" called her mother. "or
you will fall"
"oh, no. 1 won't" replied Mabel,
"'cause I'm holding tight to myself"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
Expected Reduction.

Grandpa Macpherson How many
do two and two make, Donald? DON
ald-Six. Grandpa What are you talk
Ing about? Two and two make four.
Donald-Yes, know. but thought
you'd "beat me down. Il bit!-Iondon
Punch.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
finishes being seen.

On Wednesday afternoon, Manches-
ter defeated the Cedar Rapids Three
rs" by score of to 4..-Allen and
Cook were the battery for Manchester
and had splendid support. The leag-
uers played hard game but were
fairly beaten. On Thursday, Straw
berry Point came to town, plugged
up with ex-league and we'll known
brush league men and vanquished the
local club by score of 4 to 2, al
though Manchester had them shut
out to 0 up to the seventh inning.
Dorman of Fayette, playing short
stop for the Point, made their first
run, securing a two-bagger, and sew
eral other runs were made through
erorrs and misjudgment on the part
of the locals. Jack Tarleton
from Ryan umpired, and his decisions
We're doubted by the fans with a
vengeance. He seemed to loose his
good judgment in several instances.
but it should be borne in mind that
the umpire has hard line and must
necessarily be diplomat to please
both sides.
Friday afternoon, Central City and
Ryan played the first game, and DEL
vein and Manchester the second. The
first game resulted in a score of 10
to 4 in favor of Central City, and was
by score of III to 3, Allen and KEEL
ley acting as the battery for the To-
calls. Dowden made sensational
catch during the game, and Allen was
cunning in his delivery. Oelwein raj
lied in the seventh, but too late. E.
w. Hoag of Manchester umpired the
game to the entire satisfaction of
both teams.
The season of 1908 is closed for
the Manchester base ball team, and
IL is hoped that the town secures a
club for next summer.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
spuroson's Complaint.

Mr.. Sturgeon once complained that
his deacons were worse than the
devil.
"Resist the devil" said he, 'and he
will fly from you. but resist deacon
and he will fly at you"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
The Maroon Monster

Friend suppose you run down a
great G:my people. Motorist WE'LL
sometimes ! run t!ir:n np Friend
Run them W: Aotorist Yes; last
niis'it ran Two men upn tree. Chi
cago News.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
Not Entirely,

Moe Rose DO you think the automo-
bile is replacing the horse? Joe Cose
Well. not entirely, anyway. ! haven't
found automobile In my bologna az
yet.-Browning's Magazine.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
mo- Hitch.

"How did the wedding come Off to-
day."
without hitch.'
"Glad to hear it,
II said without hitch. The bride
backed out at the last minute"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

I never listen to calumnies, because
II they are untrue l run the. risk Of
being deceived and II they are true of
hating people not worth thinking about
-Montesquieu. /.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
words Of appreciation were heard

Words of appreciation were heard
generally of the work done by the
oelwein band. Daily concerts were
given on the down town streets in
the morning and evening. and splen.
did numbers, taken from light and
comic operas were heard in the af
ternoon on the grounds. Their morn
ing concerts were usually of a higher
class, several pieces being played
from sousa's compositions. The man
agement of the Fair was wise in Sc
curing the services of this organiza
ton.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
A chanaa

Mrs. Larkin-I want u little money
today. Fred. Mr.. LIN very glad Of
that. Mrs. 4. (surprised)- are
you glad? Mr.. L.-Because generally
you want q good deal.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

The man who saves when he has
little is called stingy. He that saves
when he has much is said to be ju
dicious.- Chicago Record Herald.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
Mo Accent.

French Professor-Ah, yes, mademoi-
selle, You spick re French wizout ze
least accent. Miss Breezy-Do I, real
"? French Profcssor-Oh, yes-zat
g. wizout re least French accent.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
Hone.

'There Is no sweeter suffering than
hope.' So runs an old German prov
erb. melancholy text for hearts that
bitter disappointment has cured and to
whom all hope is but memory.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
Like a Bicycle.

what does the doctor say is the
matter with Mirandy?' SsS
"lle says she has pneumatic tenden-
cles and that she is threatened with
spiral trouble" baltimore American
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

Bacon-Did you ever have any desire
to go on the stage? Egbert-Oh. yes:
only last week did. Oh, the actor
was vile! But contented myself with
shying an egg ut him.-Yonhers States
man.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
OF 4 Modern Genius.

"Going to compile his life and let.
ters7'
'4There were no letters. I'm going &c
compile his life and post cards."-
Washington Herald.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

Healthy kidneys filter the impurl-
ties frmo the blood, and unless they
DO this good health is impossible. Fol
eys Kidney Cure makes sound kid
neys and will positively cure all from
OF kidney and bladder disease. 1t
strengthens the whloe system. For
sale by Anders & Philips.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
DELAWARE COUNTY FAIR.

On Friday evening the fair closed
The carriages, busses and the one
motor car, which had been used to
carry the people to and from the
grounds, cea ed their frequent trips,
and the people rested once more from
u strenuous and enjoyable week
Thousands of people from this county,
as we'll as adjacent towns, attended
the Fair, patronizing the ball games,
and sight seeing through the Art
hall. The exhibit of stock was small.
On Thursday afternoon, the Art
hall was center of interest, and
once again, curious folk flocked to
see the pumpkins, squash, potatoes
and divers other products Of the farm
The first floor of the building was
used by the merchants of the city
for their displays, as we'll as for ex-
hibiting fruit, pastry and horticulture.
One Of the first bright spots to at
tract the eye OF the visitor was G.
S. Woodruff's display of gladiolas.
Mr.. Woodruff is from Independence
where he grows many varieties of
the flower mentioned. Then the Big
Bend county, in eastern Washington,
was advertised by real estate men,
who exhibited wheat, which was said
to test from 60 to 62h bushels per
acre. s. A. Steadman occupied a
part of the south side Of the west
aisle with display of horse blankets
robes, and the improved Steadman
neck yoke, which has recently been
filed for patent rights. B. ]. Law
man also made like exhibit of har-
ness, leather goods, saddles, besides
robes and blankets. Brown, the fur
niture man, had an attractive booth,
iu which the Elwell kitchen cabinet
was displayed. w. l.. Drew present
&c line of cloaks, fur coats and
other stock from his dry goods house.
The j. G. Lewis music house invited
the attention of the sight-seers by
means of the Edison photograph rec
oirds and other musical instruments.
Mrs. C. B. Eaton employed an exhibit
ton booth for the purpose of adver-
Using a special line of facial creams,
hair tonics and cosmetics.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

The sheep entries were small being
made by three Delaware county men:
F. B. Andrews of Richland, H. Wag-
ner of this city, and o. G. Dunton.
Several Shropshires and other breeds
were seen.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

H. P. Smith exhibited eight heat
OF Poland Chinas, E. Vending tel
head of Duroc Jerseys, and w. H
Todd the same number Of Polan'
Chinas.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
ENNIS eoaes.
sANAexs

One of the worst features of kidney
trouble is that it is an insiduous di,
sease and befroe the victim realizes
his danger he may have fatal NAL
aoy. Take Foley's Kidney Cure at
the first sign of trouble as it corrects
disease and diabetes. For sale by An
ders & Philips.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

H. NJ. Barr of Willow Grove stock
farm near Edgewood and G. F. Ed,
IL, nds, living east of Manchester
mtde the only exhibits in the cattle
department. Shorthorns and Hol'
stems were brought to the Fair by
their respective owners and made an
attractive exhibit for those particu'
lsrly interested in stock. Delaware
county boasts of splendid live stock,
and dairy cattle. There should have
been larger exhibit in this line.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
Not Written,

How do you write horn ~; asked
the teacher of a small boy at the black
board.
"a horn isn't written at ALL" an
swered the little fellow. ITS blowed."
Exchange.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

Residence Property for Sale.
Can be bought cheap for cash, any
time within 40 days from date hereof,
q good hous and lot In this city. APP
ply to Bronson, Carr & Sons, Agents
for the owoer. 2.tf
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

The upper floor of the Hall con-
tanned the usual line or embroidery,
pictures and drawings. D. o. Cham
berlain advertised the Standard sew
ing machine. H. A. Roe had several
pieces of pen and ink sketches for
sale and exhibition, copied from well
known illustrators of today. Mr.. Roe's
work is commendable.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

The gate receipts for Thursday was
IN proportion with past years, and
the management displayed unusual
activity in advertising and endeavor-
to make this Fair success.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

The show of horses was unusual
this year, owing to the number of
individual exhibits. The owners were
Ben Sheldon, Henry Percival, F. j.
Lawrence, c. J. Hockaday, John Nc
Intosh, H. J. Stay, L. Porter. ]. G.
sabin, R. ]. Hockaday. Henry Wag-
ner, George Briggs, Barker Brothers,
Frank Sheldon, Ed Cook, A. Born.
j. s. Jones, A. ]. Noble, John Moser,
and H. C. Smith.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23
OF Interest to Many.

OF Interest to Many.
Foley's Kidney Cure will cure any
case of kidney or bladder trouble
that is not beyond the reach of med
icine. No medicine can do more. For
Sale by Anders e Philips.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1908-09-23

Early fall fruits grown in Della
ware county were found in the build
ing. as well as exhibits of corn and
other grain. The displays were small
but interesting. The corn evidenced
the fact that the county will enjoy
large crop of that cereal this
season. Hogan. Bros. of Aberdeen,
South Dakota, had collection of
grass and grain from their section.
The United States cream separator
company had a representative in the
ton of the machine. The flowers
used in decorating the Hall were prin
cipally astors. the lavender variety
adding color and attractiveness to
the. surroundings. G. l.. Adams used
considerable space in showing line
of plants and flowers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17
Now Is a Most Favorable Time to Build a Home

Now is a most opportune time to build or improve home. Material is about 20 per cent. cheaper than usual just now, and the best class of workmen can be secured to do the work
 If you own the lot, we will pay for building or improving the home-and let you pay us in easy our office and let Us tell you all about our system of business which has he ped so many to own their own homes, and get on the road to independence and success
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

men for railroad fire men, brakemen, baggagemen; $75-s10O ,o start; early promotion; experience un- necessary; state age, weight and height. Address Railway Bureau, o59 Panama Rldg St Touis Mo
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

AGENTS-We reveal secret to first appli-
 cant from each city or town how you can start new enterprise; positive mon
 opoly. Hulls Co-Operative Agency, 204 Franklin street, New York. 5-3-17
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-Success Magazine requires the services of man in Birmingham to look after expiring subscriptions and to se- cure new business by means of special methods usually effective; position per manent: prefer one with experience, but would consider any applicant with good natural qualifications; salary $2 per day, with commission option. Address with references, R. c. Peacock, Room 49, Success Magazine Building, New York City.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-Salesman by leading embroid- cry lace importers now selling dry goods trade small town; liberal commission; samples 20 pounds Feldheim Co.,, 40 Broadway. New York.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-Men and boys to learn plumb
 Ing and bricklaying; pays 5 to s per day after three months practical in- struction; positions secured; easy terms;
 free catalogue. Original Coyne Trads School John F. Wenz, Prop, 500S Eas- ton, St Louis. 3-15-12t-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WITH s5 started a mail order business mak- ing 5000 a month; it's simple, easy; will tell you how; send no money. Address
 Warn, Dept. 156 S3S Washington Blvd,
 Chicago. 0-3-tf-Su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

SIS TO s25 weekly working for us at home in spare time, experience unnecessary; no insurance, travelling or convassing Benedict Co, DreXell Bldg, Philadel- phia, Pa.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

CIVIL service examinations will soon be held in every state full information and questions recently used by the commission free. Columbian Corre spondence College, Washington, D. c.
 5-3r4t-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

AGENTS fortune maker; wonderful Self Working Washer; does the washing by itself runs automatically by water works pressure; saves all the hard work of wash day; new invention; sales un- precedented; agents wanted who can handle high-class proposition; exclusive territory; $500 to $400 per month. The Eagle Tool Co.,, Sole Mfrs, Dept. 700, Cincinnati, o.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WELL established tailoring firm has n few openings for competent travelling statesmen for fall 1908 season to call on
 agents, hold displays with woolens and assist in taking measures for men's made to order garments. Address with refer ences and detail business experience, E. Wachetel, sales manager, SAT West Main St., Louisville, Ky. 5-3-9t-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17
ONE CENT A WORD

RATES-One cent a word a day; no ad. taken for less than 25 cents for first insertion. Cash must accompany every order.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17
HELP WANTED.

" ~~~' N -A-~~
 WANTED-Several men and women of re- finement and ability for special solicit ing. Splendid opportunity. Apply at once at 2lO7 Sd avenue. 5-16-6t STENOGRAPHERS, bookkeepers, clerks and other employees promptly furnished. We investigate thoroughly and select the best. Call Bell phone 6S4. c. W. Sawin. Manager, S22 Woodward Bldg.
 5-7-tf-su-th WANTED-10,O0O railway mail clerks; city carriers; clerks, examinations here soon; preparation free; write. Franklin h. stitute Rochester, N. Y.
 5-17-20-23-24-31-6-2 2l WANTED-Organizers we have room for a few more organizers; this is the strongest fraternal insurance society do- ing business in the south. Address Modern Workmen. 2O5 Jenifer Building. Washington, D. C.. 5-lI-tf-su WANTED-Energetic man to conduct wholesale and retail business for large Mfg. Co.,; staple product; income $175 to S250 per month; applicant must fur nish first-class references and 5000 10 $500 cash; capital secure; technical ex- perence unnecessary. Address r. w. Williams, Douglas Park Station, Chi cago, III.
 WANTED-Salesman produce house. 4 experienced walters, cafe; patternmaker out of city, hotel. night clerk; some good jobs extra work for reunion June 1; other positions open 45S Hood Bldg. WANTED-Sngers for light opera com pany; chorus and principals. Apply Sunday F to ?. During the week, to 5. Studio, 1894 Sd avenue
 WANTED-Ten carpenters, inside men. long job; camp cook; 20 colored laboreis s, work in town. Other openings. Interna- tional Emp. Bureau, 711 N. 20th street
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

FOR SALE-Good mule, typewriter and fine double -barrelled shotgun, or what you have to exchange for the gun. 400 South 20th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

YOU can make s25 to 500 week in mail
 order business; no canvassing. l made
 $5OOO first year. Why work on small salary? Free booklet tells how to get started. Manager American Mail Or der Bureau, Detroit, Mich. 3-29-4t-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17
PATIENTS,

FSATENfS Secured: cons1lfation free:
 drafting done. Milo B. Stevens X Co.,.
 attorneys. Washington, D. c. Estab- ', lished 1864. Local office 201 Woodward building. Bell phone 1852. E. T. Morri-
 ApnA manager. l-lS-sun-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED--A colored boy to run auto
 mobile and do house work. Apply POS
 North Twenty-first street 5-lO-4t cod
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

FOR SALE-Beautiful S-room West End home; modern in every respect; lot 50x140; house only built one year. Hot and cold water, bath. electric lights, gas, cabinet mantels, Princeton avenue. Terms good. Give years time for half of amount Address Owner, room 311 court house.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

ANY intelligent person may earn good income corresponding for newspapers;
 experience unnecessary; no canvassing;
 send for full particulars. Press Syndi- cate Lockport, N. Y. 2-16-17t-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

SALESMAN-Post cards as 8 side line; campaign and other cards are winners. Norwood Souvenir Co.,, Box 597, Cincin- nati Ohio.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-5000 Drennen Co.'S piano con test coupons in exchans for payments on new pianos For 25 coupons we will give receipt for ten ($10) dollars, same as if you paid cash on any new piano in our store If you do not want piano now bring us your coupons and get receipt for same and take piano when wanted. E E. Forbes Piano. Go.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

W WANTED-Salesman experienced in any line to sell general trade in Alabama; liberal commissions with S32 weekly ad- vance; one salesman earned $l25352 his first two months with us. The Conti- mental Jewelry Co., Cleveland, Ohio.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

I MADE s5o,oOO in five years in the mail order business; began small. l will show you how to do the work. Send for par tculars. Manager, Box 570, Lockport, N. r. 3-7-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

SALESMAN-First class all round hustler to cover unoccupied territory selling staple line to retail trade; technical knowledge unnecessary; permanent 10 right man; $30 weekly; expenses ad- vanced. Frank R. Jennings, sales man. ager, Chicago
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

FOR SALE-One good piano for s25, one for $40 and one for $50, all in good or der, and just the thing for the children to practice on. E. E. Forbes Piano Go. 5-17-2t-su-tu
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

POST CARDS-We want an agent to rep resent us in Birmingham and surround ing territories, and as we carry the best line of souvenir and view post cards in this country, this is splendid op- portunty for the right party; best ref erences required. Address International Post Card Co.,, 93-95 Franklin St., New York, N. Y.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-Agents in Alabama, Georgia, lorida, North and South Carolina to sell Fellboelin Incandescent 1Iantle Lamp;
 generates 110 candle poweri six hours for one cent; conflicts with no insurance.
 Chase Bremen, Box 210 Waycross, Ga.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-Salesman who can show good records of sales he has made; this will pay you $500 monthly; staple line, heav- fly advertised, new selling plan which insures sales; permanent position for right man. Address Box 496, Iowa City, Iowa
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

.a-, WA STED-Young men to learn te-
 legr iphy for railroad positions; call
 O. >ite for particulars. Birmingham s<ess Telegraph College, 2O24ib Third ave- -nue. 1-19-tf-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

FOR SALE-Old established furniture business. If you mean business answer; about $6O00 required A. O., care Age Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

ALESMEN-Exehange your spare time for money; I have a few new post card propositions that sell in small and large towns; something entirely new. 1nves- tigate, Bernard, 2817 Wabash Ave, Chi cagO.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-Capable salesman to cover Alabama with staple line; high com- missions, with $100 monthly advance; |; permanent position to right man. Jess II. Smith Co.,, Detroit, Mich
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-By a first-class coatmaker,
 also bushelman, a steady position; city or outside. c. Kindervater, 25O5 4th avenue. 5-14-3t-thu-sat-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

or three men of good ad- dress and ability for the best propost- tion in the south. Alabama Agency Standard Trust Co.,, 2129 Sd avenue.
 5-13-5t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-Tailoring salesmen to travel. holding sales with merchants in the smaller towns and taking orders from the consumer for tailor-made garments; excellent opportunity for men of ex- perience and ability; in applying state age whether married or single, give references, previous experience, terri tory previously covered and territory wanted Kahn Bros, Inc, Tailors,
 Louisville, Ky. 5-17-7t-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

MAN and wife, no children would ike to take care of some home while par ties are away for the summer; highest of references. Address l.. E. 22, care Aga-Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17
WANTED-AGENTS.

OUR dashboard line holder making agents rich; every buggy owner buys; sample 25c. Wholesale Supply Co.,, Valdosta,
 Ga 5-3-4t-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-17

WANTED-Energetic men for road posi- tions; no canvassing; experience unnec essary. Address Deck, White Bldg, Buffalo, N Y.