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Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
Order to Show Cause of Filing Petition
To Sell Land.

July 30, 5w)
State Of 81 So pan Dakota In c GGpnty
In the matter of the estate of Bergit N.
Svang, deceased.
On reading and fling the petition of
John b. Hanten, the administrator de
bonis non of said estate, setting forth the
amount of personal property that has
come to his hands and the disposition
thereof; the amounts of debts outstand-
ton OF all the real estate of which said de-
ceased died seized; and the condition and
value of said real estate; and praying that
license be to him granted to sell said real
estate.
And it appearing by said petition, that
there is not sufficient personal estate in
the hands of said administrator to pa v said
debts, and that it is necessary in order to
pay the same, to sell said real estate;
1t is therefore ORDERED, That ali per-
sons interested in said real estate appear
before the Judge of this Court, on Monday,
the 31st day of August, 1908, at two O'Clock
+. NJ, at the Court Room of said Court in
the City of Webster, in said Day County,
then and there to show cause, if any there
be, why license should not be granted to
said administrator to sell said real estate
according to the prayer of said petition.
1t is further Ordered that copy of this
order shall be published for four success
sive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in
paper published in the City of Webster, in
said County, and be personally served
upon all persons interested in said estate,
residing in said Dav County. at least ten
days before said day of hearing, and upon
all persons interested according to law.
Done by the Court at Webster, S. D., this
30th day of July, 1905.
Attest: John H. Lund.
Albert Smith, Judge of County
Clerk of said Court. Court
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06

was an open window. which Richard
In his haste had failed TO close.
The Texan interpreted the blank as
constituent so clearly written on Mr..
Renwyck's face and proceeded to en-
tighten him.
"Fresh air." he murmured easily;
"it's SO beastly warm, you know. l
rather fancy I'm bit feverish, really"
Mr.. RenwycS frowned thoughtfully.
Lord Croyland." be asked, did you
open that window yourselfT
ITO be sure" lied Richard suavely,
while he screwed in his ever ready
monocle, thanking God that he had not
laid IL aside. Somehow the thing seem
ell TO give him confidence now. 1t
was something 10 cling to. mo HARM
I trust?'
"well, no." returned Mr.. Renwyck
slowly, "only don't understand why
II didn't raise a hullabaloo. I'm posi-
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
rro nr Continued
The Revolving cat.

Little Susie has always been deeply
interested In mechanical toys and num-
bers several among her choicest pos
sessions Recently the family cat, hav-
ing apparently eaten something which
disagreed with her. began a mad race
around the room. leaping chairs, diving
under sofas and turning somersaults.
Susie's mother, much frightened, seized
her small daughter and mounted a
convenient table. But Susie remained
unsecured. Clapping her hands In glee.
she shouted, Wind her up again.
mamma; wind her up againr'-wo
ans Home Companion.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06

LOfu OTVytuHu, nc uSESu, utO yOu
open that tctndoso toaTSetff"
tive I set the burglar alarm, and
He took a step toward the wall. by
George! It's turned orr
Now, Richard knew nothing what
ever about the burglar alarm and be-
gan to feel Icy beads Of perspiration
gathering on his brow, the more so as
Mr.. Renwyck was gazing at him in Ill
disguised and increasing suspicion.
''Oh, thatr he laughed. Il turned
the lever before l raised the sash.
Miss Renwyck explained 1t 10 me yes
terday. Jolly little continuance, pom
my word. l should like immensely
to have the system installed at Croy-
land Park"
The bogus earl looked innocent to
the point of childishness, and the mys-
tilted host was forced to accept the
very inadequate explanation of the
episode. Without comment he closed
the window, set the alarm once more,
switched Off the lights and silently,
not to say grimly, led the way upstairs,
meekly followed by the Texan, glad to
have escaped further inquisition.
I'm awfully sorry to have caused
you all this bother" Richard apollo
gized again as they reached the upper
landing. 'I'm no end of a nuisance,
really,
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06

more by clapping her hand over the
mouth Of fair Imogene. This time II
was muscle combined with common
sense. and healthy shrek was throt-
I'D tn its infancy.
\ Richard released his grip on the
nape Of his prisoners neck.
~9tAnd upr' be ordered and the
man oboyed. Hands up tool An,
tank yoa!A Perhaps you also have D
FUN Allow me % relieve you Of IT.
weight" He ran his free hand over
the person Of Mr.. Fftzgsorge and se-
cured short ugly looking pistol and
= pair o. brass knuckles. both Of which
u promptly pocketed. -Goodr he
chuckIed. ~And now. Miss Renwyck.
VIII you please be good enough to
throw some light upon this gentle
yes whispered Harriet; Il think I
can explain in"-
sNo. nor the Texan interrupted. IL
don't mean words. I refer to the bulls
sye lamp. Just turn It on him. please.
aud wen Jook him over"
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
Vary Remarkable
Takes q

Hes q remarkable man. Takes q
cold bath every morning"
But
without Dragging about it"-Kan-
sas City Journal.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
Notice to Creditors.
(Aug eva

(Aug 6-wD
State of South Dakota,
County of Day.
In county court.
In the matter of the estate of John h.
Samuelson,, deceased.
Notice is hereby given by the under
signed, administrator of the estate
of John II. Samuelson, deceased, to
the creditors of, and all persons having
claims against the said deceased, to
exhibit them with the necessary vouch-
ers within four months after the first pub
LEGATION of this notice to the said admin.
istrator at the Office of Sears & Potter, in
the City of Webster in the County of Day,
State of South Dakota.
Dated at Webster, South Dakota, July
81, 1905.
Frank Sears,
Administrator of the estate of John III.
Samuelson, deceased.
Sears & Potter,
Attorneys for Administrator.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
Notice of SherifTs Sale Under Special
Execution.
Aug. 6, 4w.)


Notice is hereby given that by virtue of
a special execution to me directed, issued
out of the office of the Clerk of the Circuit
Court of Day County, South Dakota, on
the 3lst day of July, 1908 on judgment
dated July Goth, 1908, in the case of Nichols
d Shepard Company, CORPORATION, Plain
tiff VS. Hans 5. Loseth and Annie Loseth,
James 6. Rathbun, Lee l.. Butler, County
Treasurer of Day County, South Dakota,
David Williams and A. J. Nelson, Defend
ants, and docketed and filed in the Office
of the Clerk of said Court on the 30th day
of July, 1908; commanding me to sell the
real estate hereinafter described, to satisfy
the sum of S3,21S.25 Judgment, together
with accruing costs and costs of sale, /
have levied upon the real estate herein
after described, and will sell the same at
public auction at the front door of the
Court House I'm the City of Webster,
County of Day and State of South Dakota
on the 10th day of October, 1908 at the hour
of two O'clock in the afternoon of said day,
to the highest and BEST bidder for cash, to
satisfy the said judgment, with accruing
costs and costs of sale.
The property to be sold is the northeast
quarter IF Section five (5, in Township
one hundred twenty-three C23) North of
Range fifty-five, west of the fifth p. NJ. in
Day County, South Dakota.
Dated August LIST, 1908. Philip A. Gross,
Sheriff of Day County, S. d..
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
Better Than the curfsxx.

There don't seem to be any children
on the street In your town"
Nope. They're all stayin' In. One
Of the lions In tn show up yonder got
out Of his cage yesterday an amt
been caught yet" - Cleveland Plain
Dealer.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06

why are all You women down ON
Mra Weedes7 You were very sorry
for her when her husband died"
Yes, and how did abe repay our
interest In herr She fixed things 50
that none Of the papers would publish
the amount Of money her husband
t"-Phiiadelphia. Press.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
CHAPTER XVIII.

OhAf Elk ANlAl,
y n PSTAIRS the music OF Mr..
Renwyck's sonorous slumbers
. still oozed through the chinks
OF his bedroom door. while at
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
A Business Practice.

81 don't see why you want TO marry
a girl who is an embroidery expert"
What has her business to do with
itr'
"why, she is such designing young
person. "-Baltimore American.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1908-08-06
u Would Seem 30.

Gyer-I understand young Seers was
married last week
Myer-Yes. He married a ciairvoy-
ant
Gyer-Indeed! Case Of love at second
sight, supposef-St Louis Post.D
patch.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-03-14

An ad. in The Star is a
:. salesman calling at thirty
five thousand homes every
day and being given courte-
Gus consideration in the
parlor or library.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
UNITED IN DEATH.

CHICAGO, Mar. ~ Although
deeply devoted to each other during
the eight years of their married life,
Louis and Mary Larson, are each ~
be united in death, TO their first loves.
Mrs. Larson who was 4o years old,
died Of pneumonia Monday and her
husband who was 70 years old, over
come by grief and worry, succumbed
to the same disease Tuesday,
In accordance with compact be-
tween the couple, Mrs. Larson's body
will be buried Thursday in Forest
Home cemetery beside that OF her
FIRST husband, Chas. Coban, while the
body OF Mr.. Larson will be inferred
in Graceland Cemetary on Friday in
grave beside that Of Amelia Erick-
son-Larson, his first wife.
James Z. Larsen Of St. Paul, as
sistant secretary of the State Of Min
nesota, oldest son Of Louis Larson,
has arranged for the separate funer-
ais.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
UNRESTRICTED DELEGATION

NEW YORK, March lo.--As pre-
dicted by Chairman Conners, the
Democratic committee today voted
almost solidly in favor of an unin-
structed delegation to the national
convention But one voice was raised
in opposition, that OF Charles P. Will
liams, of Lyons. who subsequently
explained that he stood for Bryan and
il Williams could have his way the
birthday gifts to the Nebraskan would
have included the promise OF the
united support by the Democracy OF
New York State, Today's meeting
lasted just eight minutes. Each OF
the 81 members was either present
or represented by proxy It was un-
animously agreed to hold state con-
vention in this city on April IA. Al
that time four delegates at large to
the national convention will be
elected,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
.UNIONMEATCOMPANY
AT ASTORIA
DEALS CLOSED YESTERDAY
BY REPRESENTATIVES, or
THE COMPANY -- PLANT 10
OPEN MAY FIRST.

Astoria il 70 take her place in the
list Of branches maintained In the
Northwest by the Union Meat Com
pany. 81 Portland This big and
agreeable fact was settled yesterday
when the negotiations we're closed by
TIE company wiih owners Of the lof
III the foot oi Fourteenth street. at
The northwest corner Of Bond. The
deai Ii closed and the lease signed.
n group of gentlemen arrived here
yesterday morning accompanied by
&. Il 0ycrbaugh, Of the traffic de-
partment of the O. X. Il M Company,
for tilo express purpose Of winding
out the details Of this transaction, and
when they returned to the inetropo-
hs last evening. thc whole matter was
fondn out and the Union people viii
AZ once begin the necessary improve
ment Of their holdings here The lot
leased II 40 feet BY lQ0 in dimension,
with the usual water frontage tights
to the harbor line, and give upon both
sca and rail transportation, the a. 4
c tracks running directly past the
inshore doors OF the establishment
As starter. a one-story building
covering the entire area of the Tease
hold, 40 by 100 feet, viii be erected
in time to open up business by the
LIST day Of May; and as the business
progresses, such extensions as are
adequate will be made. The gentle
men in interest, and from whom these
details we're learned yesterday, are
J. r.. Forestel, J. W. Great, and J.
Driscoll; each and all Of whom made
known the desire Of the company to
be considered real Astoria institu-
ton, ready and willing at all times
10 manifest their specific interest in
the city and its progress BY such
share, and contributed, in, and to, her
upbuilding and advancement as are
usually cxacted from permanent and
interested houses. They are well
pleased with the prospects ahead Of
the Union Meat Company, and will
do all possible to make the business
an advantage to the city as well as
10 the concern founding the branch
The other branches maintained are
at Seattle. Tacoma, Aberdeen, Ever
ett, The Dalles. with one projected at
Umatilla.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
ANOTHER AFFIDAVIT

SAN FRANCISCO, Mar io.~-Thc
contents Of another affidavit which Il
to be filed In Judge Lawlor's court
tomorrow BY Rncf were given ont
tonight. The present affidavit con-
Germs itself with the reasons Rucf
had for refusing to testify against
Calhoun, Ford and Schmitz in the
United Railroads bribery cases which
refusal led to the breaking Of the
immunity contract by the prosecutors,
according to the allegations 81 Rucf.
Ruef says in the affidavit that the
only time the the prosecution ever
suggested rcpudiation of the immun-
ity contract we're npon several occa-
sions when Langdon and Heney and
especially Burns Attempted 10 SUBJ
orn perjury BY trying to procure me
to swear falsely ID order to assure
conviction Of schmitz, Ford, Cal
houa and others"
Rnef denies the collusion between
himself and Calhoun, Ford, Mullally
and Others, and repeats his charge
that an effort was made II get him tu
swear falsely Tie Gays Tie was threat
cned il he refused with immediate
sentence in case sos and reputation
of the immunity contract
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
PENSION BILL PASSED.
Largest in the History of the country
Carrying $iso,s69.ooo.

WASHINGTON March lo,-After
several hours Of spirited discussion
over the proposition to abolish seven
Of the Is pension agencies and conso-
lidate the pension disbursements from
Washington, the House today pass
ed, and the recommendations for one
carrying $lso,S6o,000 the largest sum
ever authorized by that measure. The
house stood by the committee on the
appropriation and left them unchang-
ed, and the Recommendations for one
general agency In the course Of a
debate Fitzgerald accused the presi-
dent of using federal patronage to
further the interests OF Secretary
Taft for the presidency. Early in the
day the president was attacked by
Harrison and Williams for having, as
they said, exceeded his constitutional
authority in making the laws for the
Panama Canal Zone by an executive
order.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
A Warrenton Matter

John A. Cobb, the well known bar
her. OF Warrenion. came up TO this
city yesterday for the purpose Of
swearing on, warrant for assault
and battery against one John Brice
He had some words with Brice there
on Friday last when Brice. in IL Of
drunken rage, struck Cobb across the
eyes, Cobb's glasses being on At the
time. The complaint was duly placed
before Prosecuting Attorney McCue,
and' the warrant issued. Brice will
be arrested when he shall be located;
his home is said to be in Portland,
ii Is a penitentiary offensc to strike
man whose glasses are on his face
at the time. and Briee will have to set
up a stiff plea in cxtenuation Of his
work. Mr. Cobb has suffered greatly
from the foul blow, the glasses hay-
ing been broken and driven into his
left eye, and has been under treat
mcnt ever since,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
A Mysterious Case

- Asy
On Sunday last, in the very height
OF the storm that swept this city, Miss
Ethel Brewer, OF Ferndale, accom-
panied by a young friend, Miss
Matthews, called at the home OF MIR.
and Mrs. Oak Sutton, of Exchange
street, in this city, friends of Miss
Brewer, and the shelter from the
midday deluge Of rain was extended
TO the rest OF the day and all OF Sun
day night. The girls explained that
they had come down from Ferndale
TO meet brother Of Miss Matthews,
and go to Warrenton where work
was awaiting them, but that they had
missed the young man. On Monday
they left the Sutton home, presum
ably to follow up the program OF
which they had spoken (having, on
Sunday night been in telephone COM
munication with one of Miss Mat
thews' brothers here, two of whom
James and Thomas, work at the
Tongue Point mills), and no more
was thought of the matter by Mr.
and Mrs. Sutton, until yesterday
evening, when distressed inquiries
we're received from Mrs. Brewer, ol
Ferndale, who has had no word
from her daugher during the entire
week and is alarmed at her silence
The matter has been placed in the
hands of Chief Of Police Gammal and
nothing will be left undone to locate
the girls; it being understood they
have not been to Warrenton.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
COMES SECOND CLASS.
Austrian Count Goes Broke at Monte
Carlo and Comes to America.

NEW YORK, Mar. lo.-When
questioned BY the immigration oftic-
ial on his arrival here from Naples
yesterday as second class passenger
on the Str. Cadric, Eudolph Schiring
informed his questioners that he was
a count, son of Baron Schiring OF
Austria. The officials say he told
them he had lost fortune at Monte
Carlo and had determined to leave
Europe for good. His income would
be $50 "a month from parental re-
mittance and $1,000 was awaiting him
at the Postoffice here, he asserted
According to the immigration auth
critics, the young mans expected re-
mittance had not arrived at the post
office when they sent to inquire about
it and he was taken to Ellis Island
for further examination.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
THE STAR.

A crowded house was the order OF
the evening when the Donald-Bell
Company put on the ever fascinating
play OF Camille" at the Star last
evening 1t has been played by many
stars and Miss fuckers interpreta-
ton Of the part will compare most
favorably with that of Clara Morris
and the waits between the acts are
not so long as when Miss Morris
plays it. The dresses OF Miss Tucker
we're the envy of the ladies and 1t will
surprise many who had the pleasure
OF seeing them last night to know
that they are the creations OF local
dressmaker.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20

Those who enjoy looking upon an
actor, handsome in face and form and
capable in bis art, will be pleased with
Eugene Wiener, the tenor Of the San
Francisco Opera Company which win
bc seen II tie Astoria Theatre u
"Thc Toymakcr,' Sunday night, Mar.
22nd. Mr., Wiener Il not alone the
posscssor of 4 most beautiful tenor
voice, but he il splendid actor Al
well, requirements that are very es~
scntial ID the success Of comic
opera tenor.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
The Feast oi Roaes

On Monday evening next, az the
regular session Of lhc Astoria Cham
Der of Commerce, 4 Portland deIe
gate from the general committee IL
charge Of tie Rose Festival there 10
June nest, either George /. Hutchinst
or George II Thompson. viii be
present to conn the whole situation
thoroughly with The people of Astoria,
and ascertain The wishes NJ This com
tuunity in regard TO its contribution
and place in that notable event; and
everyone with thc laintest possible
interest IN the matter should be pres.
cnt to meet and express thcmsciys;
especially as the gentleman is coming
10 find out all he can Of Astoria's real
wants III the matter. He win be here
at Chairman f.amar's invitation.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
North Shore Oil Test

Preparations are aioo, at Oneida,
on Deep River. over on the Washing
ton side OF the Columbia, for making
a conclusive test for oil and gas
signs oi which arc abundant there
about. An oil company has lately
been organized over there in which
several Astorians have taken stock
and the sinking Of the FIRST shaft vii
be under the auspices Of this concern
and will be done by an Eastern ex
pert who Is very certain Of finding
what he Is after below the surface
The work will be commenced by the
FIRST OF April.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20

Word was received in this city yes.
,erday BY Captain Parker, Of the
Hotel Parker. OF the death, on We'd
ncsday last, at Clatsanic, Of patsey
coe. the old time, well-known driver
OF the Parker bus. He was a genial
man and made friends Sith everyone
disposed 10 tha, pleasant process, and
will be missed by those who knew
him best. lie was in his 4s,h year.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20

on charge 81 petit larceny and hav-
ing entered o plea Of guilty was
fined IN the sum d $25, III default of
payment 81 which he was sent over
70 the Hotel de Pom for the period
of II days When be comes out he
win be in prime shape for entering
the service Of the Warren Packing
Company, with which concern he has
contracted his services for the coming
salmon season IL Alaska.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
Long Distance Trade

The fame Of Astoria products tray
els far, and seems 10 impress the long
distance seeker after good things.
Witness big order for full set oi
lumber books from the carbon Lum-
Der Company, At For, Steele. Wyo.
ming. jus, placed with the J. 5, Del
linger Company, OF this city,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
They Got Il. Alright

John &. Mccuc, II II Judd and
Norris Staples, went forth among the
herd Of I;iks ranging in and around
Astoria, yesterday morning, with
their antlcfs % and d persuasive
CLINT IN their eyes and an ailuring
lone on their tongues. aud in less
than two hours had charmed $40
simolcons into thc minstrel rack, and
they did il INST 81 easy" Another
relay will be sent ont today and high-
noon Is ,he limit sct for the round
up oi Tie last dollar needed 10 put
the great "two-nisht" stand on is
winning feet
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
Demand Never Ceases

There Is ono staple commodity in
This wide country Of America for
which the demand never ceases and
the supply never diminishcs; the
everlasting and always precious H.
censc 10 wed. Two OF these valuable
documents were called for and de
liverde yesterday by County Clerk
Clinton; one to Mr. l.. Thomas
Piper. Of Deep River, and Mrs. Bessa
Amidon, Of this city; the other to
Mr.. Berg Larson and Miss Magda
Hanson, OF the Lewis & Clark coun-
try.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
In From Nel,aiem--

Gus Gronnell, the hop-king Of
Elsie, was in the city yesterday, on
matters of business. He is very san
guine OF the good the proposed roads,
now contemplated by the county
court and for which contracts are
out, will do the whole territory when
they are in use between this city and
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1908-03-20
the Tillamook line, and the communi-
ties en- route.
obcys Instructions

The Instructions given 10 the audi
tor at the last regular meeting Of the
common council 70 notify the dis
triet attorney that his deputy in this
city Is lax in enforcing the statutes
has been attended 70 and the letter
mailed.