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Mower County transcript., 1908-03-18
CHAPTER XIII,
VanQulshed,

Alone in his chamber Phineas
gloomed. The company had prose-
cuted on the charge of overlapping
only. This troubled Phineas but lit
tie. Fulfilling his expectation in case
of discovery, certain merchants of San
Francisco had raised a large sum
for his bail; retained for his defense
the best lawyers in the state. As he
had been held on the lighter charge
he felt sure the plot to blow up the
steamer was still secret. He fumed
at the stupidity of his underlings,
never suspecting another cause might
have saved the Flora"
Whether chance or plan had given
Phineas his name he knew not: but
he had believed in it's meaning, gloried
in it. Phineas, mouth of brass; Cad
wallader, battle arranger. Many a
brazen battle had he arranged and
fought to a successful finish. But
these We're past. The easy, luxurious
life was surely gone. The best seat.
the finest room, the open cigar case,
drinks that cost him nothing, the still
hunt for secrets, popularity, jollity-
all that he best loved was lost In
stead the-prison, perhaps. Restless
ly he walked the narrow room, his
courage rising, while his nimble brain
wove him yet another bold plot
Through his attorney he contrived an
interview with Gov Stanford that
came to pass with unexpected prompt
ness.
The governor entered, outwardly the
genial, rosy citizen adored by Cali
fornia's best, wrapped as with man
tie in his optimistic atmosphere Of
success. But to-day he was face to
face with crime. Phineas' tricks might
be veiled-his tricky heart was not.
The governor measured him in an in
slant and went on guard.
"Yes, sir, can do it; I can deliver
the goods" Phineas said emphatically,
after full statement Of his proposf.
tion and sharp questions from his lis
tener.
Let me understand you thoroughly.
Well 60 over it again, and slowly. Il
ID too important matter to be hur-
ried-or bungled. You agree to de-
liver into our hands within one month.
from date controlling number OF
shares in the Sacramento Valley rail
road?' 4.
II do
"You agree to enter oar employ, and
hereafter work for our interests "A
you have before now worked for those
opposing us7"
II do.''
"You promise to keep secrets in.
trusted to you, and never by any sort
Of word or communication to disclose
the nature Of this interview. to give.
the slightest hint that It ever took
place?" j;
II do.''
"Very we'll" s..s7.
There followed . few further de-
tails Of the bargain. At nod from
the governor toward the hall door, un-
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Copyright. lse7. 4. G. MeCIuEv 4 Co.. Cbieags
SYNOPSIS. u "

TRIP Of the ns shsoSsh saEn shs
Rocky mountains, while efforts are be-
sily % Dodge. % o stage e eS ariveG Alfred VIM
cent. young man; and Phineas Cadwal-
Ter. introduced. They come across the
thongs station, they find the redskins
have carried their destructive work there
also. t.g
CHAPTER 11.--Stella Anthony, daugh-
ter Of Anthony, keeper Of station, is in
troduced. The travellers find that AM
thony has been killed. .
CHAPTER II1.-Vincent with letter OF
Introduction to Gov. Stanford Is assigned
his %Grk IN plans Of enemies
arrival OF Stella Anthony in letter
from her. =. = g.
CHAPTER, 1V.-vincent visits town
where railroad men are working on
road and receives token of esteem from
Stella, embodied in a neat lunch and .
f0rget-me-nOt 81 1-ir'11r ;
CHAPTER V.-"Uncle Billy arrives
IN railroad town. meeting Stella. He
hears news that desired railroad bill has
passed. The old stage driver decides to
work close to town in order that he may
be able to keep fatherly watch over the
young woman. &
CHAPTER VI.-Stella receives "Uncle
Billy with kisses for he brought her q
new hat. She is engaged as tutor for
Viola Bernard, daughter Of hotel land
lady.
CHAPTER v1I.-Vincent visits society
circles of enemies of the Central Pa
cific railroad, learns their secrets and
returns to Stella in the California town,
each showing signs of love for the
other.
CHAPTER V1II.-Phineas Cadwallader.
pushing a. railroad opposing Central Pa
cihc, reaches mining town and to Stella
boasts of success of his enterprise She
writes to Alfred Vincent Of It. Plying
his attentions Cadwa1lader later insults
her and she Is rescued by Gideon, her
fathers servant who has protected her
Tor years In turn he proposes marriage.
is rejected, leaves her declaring he will
return the sort of q man she will love.
CHAPTER Ix.-vincent Shows up'e
San Francisco and Washoe road and is
praised by governor and heads Of Gem
tral Pacific. Being known as agent Of
4. +. he decides to retire to position Of
q brakeman for short time.
CHAPTER X.-Stella hears from her
lover, Gideon, and Of his phenomenal
success. Finds letter OF importaf1ce in-
yolvtng plans Of opposition road. Uncle
long mountain trip.
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Citation for Hearing on Final Ac.
Count and for Distribution.
ST lTE OF MINNESOTA

ST iTE OF MINNESOTA,
County of Mower-ss,
In Probate Court:
, IN the matter of the estate of Dennis B.
The State of Minnesota to the heirs at law OF
said deceased and to all persons interested in
tho final account and distribution of the estate
OF said decedent: The representative of the
above named decedent, having fled in this
COURT the final account of the. administration
OF the estate Of sa: decedent, together with his
ance of said final account and for distribution
Of the residue Of 81 ii estate to the persons
thoreunto entitled Therefors, you. and each OF
yo1. are hereby cited and required to show
cause If any you have, before this court at the
probate court rooms In the court house in the
city of Austin in the county OF Mower state of
MINES ia on the 30th1day of March, 1908, a
ID o'clock n why said petition should not b.
granted.
Wltnese, the Judge of said court and the re-
Of II co1 t, this 2Sth day Of February, 19O8.
(SeaD j. n. GREENMAN
=. Judge CT Proba.
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no ca colstln!ued
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by word or sign, or to the amount Of
two-bit piece, you will be arrested
and put on trial. Good afternoon"
The governor left the room without:
glance at the man behind him. a.
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S0CIE1,~

II UsTIN LODGE NO. III, B. P. O-ELKs,
Meets on secord and fourth Fri az eveninra
q .. each m9nth at the new Elks' hall on Main 81.
= - JOHN L.. GULDEN ,ExaIted Rular.
), s: WOOD. Secretary. -
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E1DEJITY:LODGE. No. 50, A. F. AnpA,n
The regular communications Of this lodee ara
aud I'd Wednesday evenings Of each noah.
- ID. o. ANDERSON, W. II.
John II. ANDERSON. Secretary.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
SILVER BUN.

Miss Carrie Koontz is visiting
friends at Baltimore.
Miss Elva Bemiller, a pupil of West
minister high school, was home for
Thanksgiving.
William Brown and daughter Ger
trude, Edward Brown, wife and daugh-
ter Caroline were the guests of Irving
Burgoon and wife at Gettysburg
Thursday last.
Mrs. Lewis Artzberger, of Fairfield,
Pa, is visiting at the home of David
Geeting.
A committee consisting of A. w.
Feeser, A. ]. Bemiller, E. C. Yingling,
I. Bemiller and B. D. Kemper went
to York Thursday and purchased a
fine Everhart piano to be raffied of
at the great fair which will be held
this month in the hall.
Rev. j. 0. Yoder and wife and Miss
Ruth Knipple spent Thanksgiving al
York at the home of Rev. A. R. Steck
Miss Cecilia Burgoon and Miss Lola
Dutterer have returned home after a
weeks visit to friends at Harrisburg
ST. Mary's Lutheran congregation
will hold it's Christmas entertainment
christmas eve. A beautiful program
is being prepared.
A recent item in this correspond.
ence stated that Thomas Hull anG
friend Mrs. Baider were guests ot
John Dutterer. 1t should have reaG
Mr." Baider.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
MELROSE.

A four-year-old son of Horatlo Z,
Shaffer was rendered unconscious on
Sunday morning by being kicked at
the side of the head by horse. Dr.
Zeigler was hurriedly summoned, and
he is doing as we'll as can be eX-
pected-
Your correspondent had the pleas
ure of going through G. VIM. Mlller's
butchering establishment in Manches-
ter. 1t is equal to any establishment
of it's size anywhere, and in the sani-
tary arrangements it certainly con-
forms to the pure food law.
John T. Stonesifer, butcher, killed
a porker for Levanies Thurman that
tipped the scales at 42S pounds. Who
can beat it? He scalded the pig in
an oil barrel of the usual size.
On the occasion of his 18th birthday
anniversary, November 18th, Albert
w. Thurman, son of Mr.. and Mrs. Le-
vanies Thurman, was remembered by
his relatives, friends and schoolmates,
who sent him a shower of postcards
numbering AZ, coming from Hanover,
Irwin, Hobart, Baudana Brodbeck's,
Union Mills, Baltimore, Bachman's
Mills, and Kreideler's schoolhouse.
Albert sends thanks to all.
We hope the pound of cheese lost
by resident of Melrose between here
and Manchester was enjoyed by some
one who knows good cheese when he
samples it. 1t was of the best.
The new church building at Line
boro will be dedicated Sunday, De-
cember 20 An all day service will
be held. Ministers from a distance
will be present to assist Revs. Flick
and Land.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
PLEASANT HILL.

Oliver C. Hesson and wife, Miss
Effie M. Thurman and Miss Elsie M.
Dutterer spent Sunday with Mrs
Sarah j. Thurman, Stonersville, Md
Frank Beachtel and wife and Luther
Slifer and wife spent Tuesday in Lit
tlestown, where they attended the
birthday anniversary of Edward Slif-
er.
Mrs. Harry F. Blocher, daughter
Edna and granddaughter Geraldine
of Littlestown, spent Thursday OF last
week as the guest of her brother
John Thurman and family.
Congratulations to Augustus Study
and BRIDE nee Miss Emma Kindig, OF
'''si1eStu%I Mr.. and Mrs.fJohn T. Thurman
spent Wednesday in Hanover.
Mrs. Charles Crabbs, who was taken
to the hospital at Baltimore, is con-
valescing.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04

mon was preached at Mt Olive church
He dwelt on the construction of Sol
omon's Temple. The sermon was very
well delivered. We hope it had a good
effect.
Miss Jennie Mcleod spent Thanks
giving at her home in Landsdowne
Miss Mcleod is teaching school neal
Woodbine She took with her one
of her pupils, Master George Pickett.
Miss Grace Pickett, of Day, spent a
few days last week in Westminster
visiting Sheriff J. Belt Townshend
and wife
The public is invited to attend the
League services at Mt. Olive church
tomorrow evening at 7.30. Our lead
er will be Brother J. T. Gosnel.
Most of the people are through
butchering in this neighborhood. The
weight of the hogs ranged from zoe
to 500 pounds.
Do not forget the special services
which are in progress at Salem ano
Ebenezer M. E. Churches.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
PLEASANT VALLEY.

The spider web social held last
Thursday night in the p. o. S. Of A.
Hall by the teachers and pupils Of the
public school was a decided success.
The Pleasant Valley band was pres
ent and as usual favored us with eX-
cellent music. The teachers especi-
ally feel very grateful to them for
their kindness, as they played free of
charge also to the patrons and peo-
pie in general for their kind assist
ance. The net proceeds, 1921, will
be used for library purposes.
Vernon Smith killed porkers
which weighed 321, 294, 2S2, 141, 1873,
124 and 122.
Their will be preaching this Sunday
in the evening, at which time Rev.
Jas. B. Stonesifer will have his home
mission service. The children are
preparing recitations, &c. Let there
be well-filled house.
Brook Cover, of Lowell, Mass, is
visiting his mother, Mrs. Ephraim
Cover, of this place. Mrs. Cover is
sc years old. Mother and son were
entertained on Friday of last week
by Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Yingling
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
ELDERSBURG.

Last Friday evening, the 9th, the
hospitable home of Mr.. and Mrs. Dor
sey w. Brandenburg, in our village
was the scene of a most pleasant and
enjoyable occasion. The young folks
anticipated giving surprise to
Misses May and Elsie, daughters of Mr.
and Mrs. Brandenburg, but in some
way it got whispered about, and Dame
Rumor, ever on the alert, let the Sc
cret out to some members OF the fam
lily, from what the correspondent un-
derstands, twas not much of sur
prise after all. However, each and
every one had most delight
full time. The guests were re-
ceived by the sisters, assisted
by their parents in a most cordial
manner. Those present were Mr.. and
Mrs. D. W. Brandenburg, Mrs. M. L.
Brandenburg, Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. War
ner, Mr. and Mrs. Vancleaf, Mrs
Stephen Shipley, Misses May and Elsie
Brandenburg, Mabel Bennett, Louise
Jones, Annie Keefer, Edna Blizzard
Gertrude Flohr and Lula Martin
Andrew Brandenburg, Clarence and
John Brown, Robert and Ralph Ben
nett, Marshal Warner, John Shoe
maker, Thomas Jones, Robert Barnett
Roy Flohr, Willie and Dorsey Brand
enburg, Emory Martin and Eastman
Welsh, c. H. Vancleaf and son Will
liam.
Games and various amusements
were INDUCED in and later the guests
were invited to the dining room, where
delicious refreshments were served,
many good things for the inner man,
and delicacies that would please the
most fastidious epicure. The Brand
enburg family have long been re-
nowned for their hospitality. In
years gone by the older members
were noted for the sumptuous din
ners they would give at Christmas
and on anniversary occasion. At a
late hour, the guests departed, all ex-
pressing themselves as having spent
most delightful evening.
Last Sabbath morning Rev. j. B.
Hupman preached a fine sermon to
the Jr. o. A. M. at Freedom M. E.
Church South. The lodge attended
in body and the church was we'll
filled.
Miss Beulah Smyth, of Baltimore,
spent the Thanksgiving holidays with
Mr. and Mrs A. H Chenowith
Miss Miriam Kennedy, of Baltimore
visited her uncle, ]. Oliver Wadlow
Thanksgiving week.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
FROMINEAR-BY..I'
CHRONICLE OF HAPPENINGS AMONGST
OUR NEIGHBORS.
BACHMAN'S VALLEY.

Farmers are busy plowing and pre-
pairing for winter.
Revival services closed at Bixler's
u. B. church last Saturday evening.
There were no converts.
Last Thursday, Nov. 26, a Bible
and flag were presented to our school
by P. o. S. of A. of Pleasant Valley,
Camp No. Z, with the following pro-
gram: Reading of scripture by Rev.
II. H. Flick; prayer by Rev. DR.. Land !;
singing. "My Country 'Tis of Thee,
led by Miss Edna Lamottee; welcome
address by Dewey Shriver; address
by Prof. Harrison; presentation OF
Bible and flag by Rev. H. H. FLICK;
receiving address by Rev. DR.. Land !;
singing, "God Be With Us Till We
Meet Again." flag raised; three
cheers; singing, "Star Spangled Ban
ner," led by Miss Lamottee; benedlc-
ton by Rev. H. H. Flick. DR.. H. M
Keller was the chairman OF the com,
mittee. A large crowd was present
and all were we'll pleased.
The cattle plague has caused
sharp scare among many farmers II
this vicinity. A doctor should be call
ed as soon as there is any sign OF tine
disease. There is no person llVlns
near this place whose cattle are al
fected as yet.
Our fall weather is very dry and a
several places wells are dry and nc
water to be secured.
A horse owned by Chester Sullivan
was affected with lockjaw and suf-
fered for 8 days. The services OF DR.
II. M. Keller were secured and in
short time the horse was all right
The age of the horse is years
Many thanks to our best doctor. Let
all persons remember him.
Our school is in need of an assistant
teacher, so that all lessons may be
taught. Bertman Strevig is teacher
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
MD. COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE.

The two new sections ordered to
repair the furnace have arrived and
are being put in place.
James John and his cousin, Glen
Wallas, of Rockwall, Texas, spent No.
vember 80 at Gettysburg.
The Emersonian Literary Society
held an election for officers December
2 with the following result: Presi-
dent, D. M. Englar; vice president, R.
A. Nusbaum; secretary, Pearl Starr;
treasurer, Kathryn Smith; editor of
Star, M. D. Anthony.
The winter term began last Monday
with good interest. The greater part
OF the day was spent enrolling and
arranging the program of studies. In
quiries were made by several regard
ing the agricultural course. The
greater number of the new students
entered upon the commercial course
This course is so arranged that the
work can be taken up at any time
The new students enrolled this week
are as follows: Miss Edna Fox, CIauC
Koontz, Frank Blattenberger, Harry
Wolf, John Young, Edgar Frounfelter
Joseph Fleagle and Glen Brown
Others are expected.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
PARK HALL.

Miss Velma, Berye and Amanda
Fleming visited their grandparents
Mr.. and Mrs. Nimrod Davis last Sat
urday.
Miss Deborah Davis spent last Sat
urday and Sunday with her sister
Mrs Samuel Fleming.
N. o. Hollenbaugh, son earle and
daughter Vera visited Mr.. Hollen-
baughs father last Sunday.
Bales German Baptist Church held
it's Christian Workers meeting at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Lewis Greene
last Thursday night, which was well
attended.
Miss Deborah Davis and Beryl Flem-
ing visited Mrs. N. o. Hollenbaugh
Sunday afternoon.
Master Floyd Hollenbaugh spent a
few days with Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. Fritz.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
MOUNT OLIVE.

The third quarterly conference of
West Falls Circuit will be held at
Mt. Olive church on Monday, the 7th
day of December. There will be
preaching on the same day in the
morning by our district superintend-
ent, DR.. Hessie. He will also preach
on Sunday afternoon at 2.30, the 9th
of December. All are cordially in
vited.
1 wish to correct the statement in
last weeks issue concerning the Dis
trict Lodge No. A, l. o. G. T. 1t con-
yened on Saturday, the 2Sth of Novem-
ber, and not on the Monday before.
There was a large representation
present. Daisy, Poplar Springs, Long
Corner, Plane 4, Woodbine, Enterprise,
and others were represented. The
next district meeting will be held with
Plane the last Saturday in Febru-
ary.
On Sunday afternoon last Rev. C. d.
Taylor delivered a sermon to the Ma
sonic Lodge Of Mt. Airy. The SER
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
PATAPSCO.

The Epworth League will hold an
"old mill'' social in Charles Taylor's
mill, which used to be the Crowl
property, on the 18th of December
A good program will be furnished
Candy, cakes and ice cream will be
for sale.
Miss Blanche Weaver has returned
home after spending several days in
Baltimore the past week.
Edward Shamer, wife and two chill
dren, of Baltimore; Frank Shamer,
wife and two children, also of Balti-
more, and Mrs. Jennie Taylor, of Mt
Wilson, have returned home after
spending several days with their par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. George Shamer.
Jessie Weaver spent a few days
home this week.
Vernon Spencer is very i'll with
typhoid fever at this writing.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
Office OF DISTRIBUTION.

The undersigned, having settled in the
Orphans Court, an account of the per-
sonal estate of
THOMAS B. JONES,
late of CarroA County, Md. deceased,
and ascertained the balance in her hands
for distribution, according to law, among
the creditors of said deceased, hereby
gives notice to said creditorsto file their
claims against said deceased, legally
authenticated with the Register of Wills
for Carroll County, on or before the 4th
day of January, 1909, preparatory to a
distribution of the assets of said personal
estate, to be made amongst said credit
ors under the direction of the Orphans
Court of Carroll County, Md, on the
25th day of January, 1909. After the
final ratification of said distribution by
the Orphans Court aforesaid, the un-
dersigned will be prepared to pay to
each of said creditors their respective
dividends according to said distribution.
FANNIE r. JONES, Admins
of Thomas B. Jones, deceased.
dec At
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
BARK HILL.

John Wright and wife entertained
on last Sunday Sol Myers, wife and
daughter Nettie, of Uniontown.
Rev. l.. F. Murry and wife,of Union
town, spent Sunday afternoon with
Abraham Harris and family.
Howard Eckard, wife and son, OF
Frizellburg; David Rineman, of Hamp-
stead; Charles Eckard, of Mayberry
Harvey Eckard and wife, and Miss
Hilda Yingling spent Sunday with
George Mcgee and family, near Union
Bridge.
Preaching Sunday morning at 10
O'Clock; Christian Endeavor Sunday
evening at 7.30.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
Miss Romaine Ham and Edna

Miss Romaine Ham and Edna
Ham spent Sunday afternoon in
Union Bridge.
Charles Utermahlen, of Washington,
is home visiting his sister, Mrs. Will
liam Jones.
Harry Eckard and wife spent Sun
day with Edward Eckard and wife,
near Bear Mount.
Samuel Welty, wife and daughter,
of near Mount Union. spent Sunday
with George Bostian and family.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
DUBLIc SALE OF CORD WOOD.

The undersigned will sell at public sale. on the
Wood Lot which he recently purchased from K. N.
koontz and adjoining the village of Silver Run.
Carroll county Md on
SATURDAY. DECEMBER II. 1908.
at p. m. sharp, 100 cords of hickory. oak, pine
lots. also $1,000 white chestnut shingles in bales
Terms-AH sums Of IS or under. the cash VIII be
required; on all sums above S. credit OF months
will be given. A. J. BEAILLER-
VIM. E. Warner, Auctioneer. dec At
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04

TRY the Screened Georges Creek
Il lump coal from Smith & Reifsnider,
they recommend it highly.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
Useful Gifts for Men.

Bath Robes, Gloves, Hosiery, Neckwear,
Handkerchiefs, Umbrellas, Travelling Bags and
Suit Cases.
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Ladies' Coats and Suits.
Christmas HandkerChiefs Ready

Complete stock of dainty gift Handker-
chiefs All kinds can be found in this sec
tion-Lace, Linen, Silk or Initial-some put
up in Christmas boxes, that add much to the
gift.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
Furs! Elegant Furs OCCASIONS oes A',

Black Lynx Mink, Alaska Sable Ermine,
Sable, Squirrel, Hudson Seal, Fox, in Muffs
and Neckpieces to match.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04
Christmas Suggestions.

Linen Table Damask and Napkins, Bu-
eau and Stand Scarfs, Shams, Tray Covers,
lunch Cloths, Doylies and Stamped Linen.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-12-04

Bric-a-Brac, Lamps, Housefurnishings
Enamelware and Woodenware.
Big values in Holiday Gifts and everyday
necessities, whether it is a sc ornament or
So. 90 piece of China.
Our 1Oc Tables have greater values thar
heretofore.
Our japanese display is much larger anc
cheaper.
Excellent line of cheap Vases.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1908-05-21
IN LOVES TENDER KEEPING.

Hold me a little away from the world,
Dear arms with your tenderest cling
ing;
The bird with it's breast to the blue sing
eth sweet,
But the stars never answer It's singing.
The cold lights but lure US to lead US
astray;
The thorn's in the red of the rose of
May
Lead me to love, dear, and teach me to
pray.
Hold me little away from the world,
Dear arms with your firm clasp and
tender;
For the lights on the heights stream
through desolate nights
A tempest of tears in the splendor.
IT'S the CLEAN and the dream that would
lead US astray,
The keen thorns have crimsoned the roses
of May
Lead me to love, dear, and teach me to
pray.
Frank l.. Stanton.