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Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

worry about him not paying his rent
on time. But before he took the room
he asked II he couldn't go up on the
roof and see II It would suit him for a
certain purpose. / was somewhat sur.
prised at him wanting to rent the
roof. but thinking him a photographer,
or something like that, brought him
up here and he was real pleased. So
he told me his business, and / rented
this roof to him without any hesitation
at all. II isn't every day one can rent
a scrap OF roof for more than a good
Eunny front room, and you can't blame
me for doing so.
Well, sir, he was kiteologist. as he
,old me. He few kites to study the
winds and the temperature ut a great
height. He wasn't in the employ Of
the government, but was studying on
his own account. He took his silk
hat of and sat down right over there.
and explained all about II to me. His
kites weren't like those that the boys
ny. nor we're they like / have seen
pictures Of in the papers-great big
real live eagles. He had three of
them. and he would attach a strong
string 10 their legs and let them fly
up into the heavens with a thermom.
ster and barometer attached, or some
such.like scientific instruments, and
when he was ready, he would gently
draw them down again.
Well. sir, II was a pleasure to hear
him talk; he knew everything about
eagles and kites and the heavens. and
Of course consented for him to bring
his birds and fly them from my roof,
not supposlng the landlord l get the
house from would care at all. Which
can say. he didn't. SO the next day
the professor came with his three
eagles and placed them up here on the
roof In that big cage. and Il was good
to see how he did love those birds. and
play with them, and teach them all
kinds OF tricks. My gracious, but they
were strongl really think the small.
est OF the three could have lifted big
child in It's claws; and the professor
explained how that they must be strong
to carry his scientific instruments sc
high In the air.
Well. a week passed and he didn't
ny his eagles. for he was waiting for
them 20 get accustomed TO their new
location, 30 they would return like car
rier doves In case the string tied e
their legs got broken; and at the END
Of the week. before the professor
could try his experiment at all. thai
dreadful accident happened. which the
papers made 80 much OF. and which
frightened the professor. who wa
timid. IKE all real scientific men. y
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

Just come up on the roof, sir, and
Ill show you the cage and tell you all
that | know about the professor, but
before We go n step further let mo
warn you that don't believe a word
OF what the newspapers printed about
him. No. sir. won't and can't believe
that such q true gentleman as the pro-
lessor always showed himself to be
could have deliberately set out TO rob
the government OF over $4,000. It's
preposterous to think OF. but it's Just
like the newspapers to make the mat.
ter as sensational as possible.
Take care you don't tear your coat
on that nail. I'll have my boy pull Il
out when he comes home from school.
Now. sir, step this way. and you can
see for yourself how innocent the pro.
fessor was OF any evil Intentions.
Look! Do you think this fiat tin roof
looks like a robbers rOost? It's RI
diculOus: yet to read the newspapers
you would think that We landlords are
the fiiends OF robbers. and all manner
OF thieves. We landlords have a hard
enough struggle to live. without the
newspapers making II any harder
for us.
Yes, sir. this Is the cage where the
professor kept his three big eagles,
and now Ill tell you how he came TO
stop with me. and why he had such
strange-like pets. You see. | had just
lately taken this house and had spent
The last dollar l had in the world in
furnishing Il. and was glad enough TO
have such APIECE gentleman as the pro.
lessor come alcng the second day after
put up my sign and ask u | hadn't
a furnished front room to let with
running water and a good deep closet
where he could keep his clothes.
WclI, sir, snapped him up at once.
as | could see he was a gentleman.
and. besides. he looked neat and pros
porous, and l felt wouldn't have TO
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13
Ethereal va, Mundane.

Two men sat on n park bench one
starry evening recently. says the New
York Times. Through powerful
glasses they were examining the firma-
ment. II was apparent that one Of
them was an enthusiastic astronomer.
He seemed sufficiently familiar with
the smallest star to call 1t by its first
name-that is, II stars have first
names.
Drawing his companions attention
TO a particular star In close proximity
TO the handle OF the DIpper. he said:
Perhaps you may be able TO appre-
ciate the immensely OF distance be-
tween that star and our earth when ]
say Il would take more than 100 years
for a s0-horsepower automobile run
ming at full speed to reach H."
BY the quality Of awe in his friends
voice, II was plain that he was un'
usually impressed. as he said:
mo? A hundred years? Why. man.
thing Of the gasoline bill"
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

This sign Is permanently attached
TO the front of the main building of
the Lydia K. Pinkham Medicine
Company, Lynn, Mass.
What Does This Sign Mean?
1t means that public inspection of
the Laboratory and methods of doing
business Is honestly desired. Itmeans
that there is nothing about the bus
mess which is not "open and above
board"
II means that a permanent invita-
ton is extended 10 anyone to come
and verify any and all statements
made in the advertisements Of Lydia
L. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound.
Is it a purely vegetable compound
made from roots and herbs with
out drugs?
Come and See.
Do the women of America continu-
ally use as much OF 1t as we are told 2
Come and See.
Was there ever such a person as
Lydia K. Pinkham, and is there any
Mrs. Pinkham now to whom sick
woman are asked to writer
Come and See.
Is the vast private correspondence
with sick women conducted by
women only, and are the letters kept
strictly confidential
Come and See.
Have they really got letters from
over one million, one hundred
thousand women correspondence
Come and See.
Have they proof that Lydia e.
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound has
cured thousands Of these womenr
Come and See.
This advertisement IL only for
doubters- The great army Of women
who know from their own personal
experience that no medicine in the
world equals Lydia L. Pinkham's
Vegetable Compound for female ills
viii still go on using and being BEN
Gifted by IL; but the poor doubling,
suffering woman must, for her own
sake, be taught confidence, forshe also
might iustas well regain her health.
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

Ave months in a
hospital l was dis
charged as incur
able. and given only
six months TO live.
My heart was AFFECT
ed. I had smother
ing spells and some
times fell uncon-
scious. I got so l
couldn't use my
arms, my eyesight
was impaired and
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

the kidney secretions were badly DIS
ordered. I was completely worn out
and discouraged when I began using
Doan's Kidney Pills. but they went
right TO the cause Of the trouble and
did their work we'll. have been
feeling we'll ever since"
Sold by all dealers. 80 cents a box.
Foster. Milburn Co.. Buffalo. N. Y.
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13
Democratic Lead
erACCepts NOM
inatiOn.
PLEASED WITH PLATFORM
PROMISES IN THE FUTURE TO
DEAL WITH THE PLANKs
IN DETAIL.

Policies Of the Republicans Come In
for Bitter Criticism in the Speech
Of Aeeep,anee--oeelares Country
Needs Change In Ruling Party
Publicity for Campaign contribu.
tons, He Says, Is Democratic Idea
Mot a Foe to Wealth Honestly
Acquired If Elected. Promises
Justice to All.
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13
Important 20 Mothers.
An Applied Text.

The wind bloweth where It listeth,"
remarked the spectator at the filling Of
q Balloon on a breezy day.
Il know II does" responded the
aeronaut gloomily. and II generally
bloweth where II listeth my balloon"
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13
SING, BIRDIE, poNTI

Miss Yellem (about to sing)-Whai
Is your favorite air. professor?
Professor-Fresh air-and plenty Of
III Good morning!
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

Each man has his special duty to
perform. his special work to do
Smiles.
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

Lewis Single Binder 49, the famous
straight Sc cigar. always best quality.
Your dealer or Lewis Factory, Peoria, III.
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

Mrs. wanaiow's Soothing Syrup.
For children toethnR sOftens the gums reduces In
nSmmsIIon ailAys pain eures wind ooiiu. sc bottle
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

Back pay is usually slow about com.
ing to the front
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13
FIvE MONTHS IN HOSPITAL.
Discharged Because Doctors Could
Mot Cure.

Levi p. Brockway, s. Second Ave-,
Anoka, MINI, says: after lying for
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

Nothing can atone for want OF truth.
-Ruskin.
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13
First Woman TO WIN chauehard Prlz

Nine. Jeanne Marni has Just won
the Chauchard prize given by the So.
ciete des Gems de Lettres OF France.
This IL the first time that It has been
awarded TO q woman. II was given
for the general excellence OF Nine.
Marnl's work. Among the noted re-
cipientA OF the prize have been Guy
de Maupassant aud Camille Lemon
nieT 49,
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13
Justice to All.

Recognising that ! am indebted for my
nomination TO the rank and file OF our
party, and that my election must come. u
Il comes at all. from the unpuTchased and
unpurchaHable suffrages OF the American
responsibilities OF this high Office. 20 con-
secrate whatever ability I have TO the
one purpose OF making this, In fact. a
government In which the people rule
. government which will do justice to
all. and offer TO every one the highest
possible stimulus 20 great and persistent
efforl. by assuring 10 each the enjoyment
OF hin just share OF the proceeds OF hts
toll, no matter In what part OF the vine
yard he laboru, or TO what occupation.
profession OF calling ke asy0tes himself.
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

Lincoln. Ncb William Jennings
Bryan was formally notified Of his
nomination by the Democratic party
for the presidency OF the United
States. Henry d Clayton Of Alabama
was the spokesman OF the notification
committee Mr. Bryan's speech OF &c.
ccptance follows.
Mexico Missouri message. (Mexico, Audrain County, Mo.) 1899-1918, 1908-08-13

shall the people rule2" Every remedial
measure OF "A national character must run
the gauntlet OF the senate. The presi-
dent may personally incline toward
reform. the house may consent to q;
reform. the people must wait. The pres
ident may heed a popular demand; the
house may yield TO public opinion. but as
long as the senate 10 defiant, the rule OF
the people IL defeated. The Democratic
platform very properly describes the pop
uiAr election OF senators as the gAtr-
way 20 other national reforms" Shall We
open the gate. OF shall We allow the eR-
plotting interests 10 bar the way by the
control OF this branch OF the federal leg
tsiature Through q Democratic victory
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04

Chester A. Griggs and wife, Dr. J. M. Swetman and J. M. Jamison of Phoenix.
 The university colors, yellow and blue were a dominant tint in the scheme of decorations, which were simple but prettily arranged. The ta- ble presented very attractive picture to please both the artistic eye and the epicure. The banquet was served in Ia creditable style. The spirit of the oc- Icasion was one manifestly pleasant and reminescent of college days.
 One of the purposes of this social event was to organize permanent as- sociation of Michigan students the pur- pose of which will be to encourage those seeking higher courses of study to attend this great institution and to generally promote an interest in high CT education. During the evening toasts were responded to, Mir. Silvert- thorn speaking on "The University" MT. Jamison on "The Co.-Ed," while MT. Hayes presented a report on con- stitution and bylaws of the association. Officers were then elected Of the graduates Daniel Kloss of Tempe of the class of '5S was the oldest present, and is in fact the oldest graduate in the territory.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
PREPARATIONS FOR BIG TIME
 TODAY.
Picnic, Band Concerts and Races to Provide Features For Glorious
 Fourth.

Long before old Sol put in his ap- pearance this morning the residents of Mesa were awakened by the pent up enthusiasm of Young America cele- brating the birthday of Liberty. The boys who had several days ago se- cured their supply of firecrackers. and stored them away under the dresser or behind the bookcase, and who had many times looked at them to make sure that they were safe, after count ing them over for the last time retired early last night in order to be up at the first streak of dawn this morning, when their presence was soon made known by the din and roar of bursting crackers.
 Among the interesting events sched uled for today's program is that of the races, which will be pulled off this afternoon on Cuber street. Three blOOded and spirited animals have been entered. These are: Red Cloud owned by J. W. Bowen; Dotard by c. C. Passey, and Miss Cook by Dr. A. B. Cook. The latter however will not participate in the races, as at present she is not in condition to run. It is understood that besides the horses al- ready booked. there will be several other entries. The races are sched- uled to start at o'clock D. m. J. M.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
Mesa, The Eastern Gateway

Daley was out on Thursday making another collection of subscriptions. which will be added to what had al- ready been secured, and divided into. different purses for the racers. aso-
 Along Main street the merchants have vied with one another in their efforts to have a creditable and pleas ing decoration fin front of their places of business, and the stores all present patriotic and holiday appearance. Many of the residences are also deco rated with flags and bunting late yesterday evening. By common con- sent, all of the merchants agreed to close during the entire day in order that they as well as their employees might fittingly participate in the days celebration and festivities.
 The picnic at Drew's park will be an entertaining feature of the days events. The ladies who have had charge of this part of the festivities have arranged a splendid program. and amusements for both old and young who spend the day there. Ice cream will be on sale at the usual price, ice water and lemonade being provided to lIct Ol CiIhf IHSTS Will be tables on the grounds for those forming parties for luncheon: Each and everyone should provide their lunch baskets with good things, and come and spend today there. The pro- gram will be under the auspices of the w. c. T. IT.. and is an appropriate one
 At F o'clock the Gem City band which has been practicing special mu-. sic for several days past, will render "a program of music of a patriotic ma ture. Later in the evening. the regu- lar Saturday evening concert will be given.
 At the Vance Auditorium in the af- ternoon. arrangements have been made to give the children a splendid time, and allow them to dance as long as they wish. The parents are also invit- ed to attend with the children In the evening a ball will be given there for the benefit of all. This day bids fair to be one full of entertainment for all, and no one need feel at loss for pa triotic atmosphere.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
30 ACRE RANCH

A beautiful ranch home of 30 acres, 3 miles southwest of Mesa. House, palms, shade, orchard. Full 40- acre water rights for this 30 acres. S4,ooo.oo buys this; S1,ooo.oo down, balance per cent. lnvesti- gate this. Call or write for infor- mation.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
WOLVERINES GATHER
 ROUND BANQUET BOARD
Organization of Former Students of
 University of Michigan.

The graduates and former students of the University of Michigan and wives enjoyed a six-course banquet last night at the Den. There were twenty present. of whom fourteen were ex-students Of the Ann Arbor school. The following is a list: Geo. w. Silverthorn. Mesa; Daniel Kloss, Tempe; A. K. DeHrick, Roosevelt; Dr R. F. Palmer, Mesa; F. w. Brown and wife, H. B. Cate and wife, Miss Bertha Blount, l.. c. Hayes and wife, Dr. w. G. Lentz and wife. Miss Anna Miller
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
AT THE HOTELS

AT THE ALHAMBRA-G. A. Lamb. Florence; Katie Coughran, Prescott; R. T. Long, St. Louis; James Hoel, PeysOn, H. C. Cook, Peyson; George King. Jerome; Cal. Vanlaine, Gold field; J. M. Lette, Calrion, Iowa; Joe Shill and w H Fisher: A. N Hol- land, Munice, Ind; J. H. Foss, Palo Alto, Cal
 AT THE Miscellany M Loss. Chicago; Miss Carroll, Roosevelt: T. E. Hood. Clayton; Mir. and Mrs. w. H Gish, Roosevelt; H. l.. Gates, Mesa
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
CITY BRIEFS,

R, B. Roob was a passenger to Phoe- nix yesterday morning, where he will enter the employ of the Bear Drug company.
 Miss North went to Phoenix yes terday to remain there as the guest of friends over Sunday.
 William Kimball and J. H. Foss were passengers to Phoenix yesterday af- ternoOn.
 Mrs, Mark Newell. came in from SacatOn and went to Phoenix yester- day
 w. A. Stover, contractor in charge
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
THE CHURCHES,

The Methodist Episcopal-Sunday school at 10 a. m. Preaching services at II. Epworth League at 7:30 and evening services at 8. All are welcom- ed to these services. Rev J. A. Crouch pastor.
 Baptist Church-Sabbath school at 10 a. m. Sermon at II. Young Peo- ple's Meeting at 7:30 and preaching at s. subject, The American Flag" Rev. C.. Sidney Maddox, pastor.
 Church of the Latter Day Saints The Tabernacle quorum of the seventy at 10. a.. m. Bible study; preaching at p. m; M. l. A. at 80 p. m. Pa triotie services. Sunday school in Amusement hall at 10 a. m
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
PATRIOTIC SERVICES AT BAPTIST
 CHURCH.

The American Flag" will be- the subject of the discourse to be delivered Sunday evening at the Baptist church by the pastor. c. Sidney Maddox. Spe- cial music appropriate to the occasion win be rendered. The sermon will be particularly adapted to impress the importance of Independence Day in the hearts of all patriotic Americans and to instill an impression of the worthiness of its celebration in all loyal Americans
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04

of the erection of the new Union High school, expects to begin making brick for the building sometime next week, from the kilns which he has leased for this purpose in Tempe !
 The barbers of Mesa are seeking to have an ordinance repealed which they had thought was a dead letter It was passed several years ago. it is said, at the instance of a barber who wanted to establish a monopoly and provided that there should be a quarterly li- ,cense tax of s2.50 on each chair Claims are now being made against the barbers for this tax which they declare is un- jnst. They will appear before the council at its meeting next Tuesday for the purpose of seeing if the objec- tionable ordinance cannot be repealed
 P. T. Long. with the Courtney Shoe company, arrived from a trip to Roose- welt on yesterday evenings stage.
 c. A. Warrington arrived yesterday evening from Goldfield on the Roose- welt stage.
 On account of being too late to catch the early passenger train yester- day morning. and having important business at the county building. D. NJ. LeBaron was compelled to ride his wheel the entire distance.
 Miss Cristie Stapley has accepted position as bookkeeper with the firm of R. N. Stapley & Brother.
 Up to noon today, fifteen cars total the shipments of cantaloupes from this section. Of these, two-thirds have been of the grade known to cantaloupe growers as standard" The little mel ons are coming in rapidly. and the packers expect to double up on their work within the next few days.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
AFFIDAVIT
Territory of Arizona,

Territory of Arizona,
 County of Marieopa-ss.
 Edwin w. Jones, having been first duly sworn, deposes and says that he is the owner of twenty-five acres of land adjoining the northwest cor ner of the Corporate limits of Mesa City, that sixteen acres of said land is planted to Thompson Seedless Grapes. That during the season of 1907 the crop from said sixteen acres of grapes netted him, after all ex- penses of pruning, eultiVating and marketing were paid, over One Hun dred and Eighty Dollars per acre. He further states that the crop in 1907 was only an average one and that by closer attention to the prun- ina and cultivation of vineyards, adopting improved methods of hand ling and facilities for marketing crop, better results may be expected. And further deponent sayeth not.
 EDWIN w. JONES. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 11th day of June, 1908.
 JAMES MILLER, JR., Notary SeaI) Notary Public. My commission expires Jan. 4th, 1912.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
MONTGOMERY DINING ROOM TO
 CLOSE

During the summer months the din- ing room at the Montgomery house will be closed. but the rooms. will be rented as usual. The management will be under the charge of Joseph Mont gomery. Mrs. Montgomery will leave shortly for a lengthy visit to her old home in Delphi. Ind. which she has not visited for many years.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
MIR. sTAPLEY QUITE SICK.

o. s. Stapley of the Stapley Hard ware company was taken i'll on We'd nesday evening last. and has been con fined to his home since, It, is reported that he Is much improved at this writ ing. although still unable to be out and attend to his duties.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04

This vineyard and ranch is the best buy today in Salt River Valley. We wish to show this to anyone in rested. There is no question about the immense profit to be made on this ranch. Owner has other inter ests that demand money at once and offers this piece, known as the Mesa vineyard, at this sacrifice. Adjein- ing Mesa, as it does, it will be good sub division proposition. The title guaranteed clear, full water rights and soil that can not be sur passed in Salt River valley. The man that buys the Mesa vineyard today will have a small fortune. Call us up by phone if within Phonins distance.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04
UP FROM SAcAToN TO SPEND
 .-..-. FOURTH

"fA number of the employees engaged in the work of sinking wells on the
 Indian reservation at Sacaton, for the
 government came up last evening and will spend today here participating in
 the celebration of the glorious Fourth.
 Several went on to Phoenix to enjoy
 the festivities there.
Arizona republican., 1908-07-04

# the carrier fails to leave The Re- publican at your address any day noti- fy US before noon and a special mes senger will deliver it. We expect sub scribers to get their paper every day in the year, and unless they advise us of poor service we cannot properly serve them. PHONE MAIN 47.