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The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1909-05-14
A. H. LOGAN, Manager.

We spend vast sums and take infinite
pains to teach the boys and girls to use
their will power to discipline" their
minds so they may concentrate them on
the study of books, but we let them run
fairly wild when it comes to teaching
them something about governing them
selves.
The 'emotional insanity" and other
similar terms now so often heard in
courts of jnstice are mostly cases of in
sanity caused by the want of use of will
power. At the time of the criminal act
there was insanity. Very often the very
commission of the act is the best evi-
dence thati is the deed of insane man.
If he had had his reason he would
h;sve not committed such an act. The
crime was not wlll-ful but will-less. The
criminal had simply let his passion of
hate, revenge. lust or coveteousness run
on without trying to stop it. He has
voluntarily allowed himself to get insane
'on that subject. Practically he is just
in the condition of the man who first
gets drunk and then commits crime.
just as the law says that being drunk
is no excuse for crime, so should the law
say that the insanity which man could
have prevented, if he had controlled his
own thoughts in time, shall be no plea
in defense. When the law thus DEGREES
/ there will be less of murder, rape and
lesser crime, because men will have so
sharp realization of consequences that
they will dismiss such thoughts from
their minds almost as quickly as does
the man who stands on the brink of the
! precipice who feels like jumping. aThat
/. way lies DEATH is lesson that should
be learned very early in life.
In everyday life we have tragedies of
the same sort. Thousands of men
and women are "crazy" in that
they allow the little worries and business
troubles of life to overcome them. They
are killed by gnats. Instead of exerting
the will power given to all, at the time
beginning, they hug their miseries to
their breasts and literally die from the
Ettle worries.
Let the mean man, the ill-tempered
man, the fretfnl man, the jealous man,
the coveteous man, the revengeful man,
take a good losk at themselves,fnd their
defects, and ssGe themselves from Ago-
ing crazy" in these directions-by early,
sober, and steady use of the helm that
steers the human craft.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1909-05-14
ANENT TELEPHONE SERVICE.

When patrons of the telephone &c,
out their little hammers to knock, ad.
mitting at times it is quite excusable
even necessary, it should be remembered
before pounding too hard, there are two
sides to all;auestions as surely as there
are two ends to telephone line. If there
are times when operators are known to
be lax, kicks should be made-to the
management; but unreasonable "hollers''
should not be INDUCED in at all. A little
patlence-at least, az much as Is neces-
sary in the transaction of any business
exercised to the extent of beiug sure
where blame belongs before battering
the whole telephone system to pieces, is
commendable.
If you are a subscriber and your
phone is out of order-notify the mana
agement first, and if it isn't attended to
promptly you have kick coming. If it
is, you haven't, But do not expect
troubles to be corrected before their ex-
istence is known tc the manager of your
telephone exchange.
Regarding the services of operators,
patrons very often get poor service from
good operators sand deserve it. If you
are irritable, cranky and unreasonably
impatient; the time consumed by you in
rag-chewing keeps the operator from
giving attention to other patrons, with
business perhaps as urgent and impor-
tant as yours, and you lose so much
time from your own business, and poor
service is what you should get. If, on
the other hand, you are reasonable,
patient with enough persistence when
it is necessary, you will get good SER
vice-at least, the best the operator can
give you, and make it much easier for
other people to get good service.
Do not imagine operators are made Of
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1909-05-14
Notice of Condemnation
Of Sidewalks

The City of Pembina, North Dakota
to the owners of the following described
lots:
You, and each of you are hereby noti-
fled that at a regular adjourned meeting
of the council of said city, held on the
10th day of May, 1909, the wooden side
malks now laid along and in front of the
hereinafter described city lots were duly
condemned and the same ordered remov-
ed and replaced by cement walks, to be
built according to Ordinance No. So of
the Ordinances of said city, entitled "an
Ordinance to fix the width, grade and
construction of sidewalks in the City of
Pembina."
List of lots where sidewalks have been
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1909-05-14
EVERYBODY CRAZY.

The principal difference between a
crazy man and sane man is that the
former acts without regard to 'conse-
quences, while the latter always thinks
of results. The crazy man does what
ever comes in his mind, and the sane
man pays but momentary attention to
the same sort of ideas. Everyhsdy has
1'crazy notions almost constantly run
ming through the machinery of the
brain, but they make so slight an i'm
preston that We are rarely conscious of
them. To that extent everybody is IN
sane.
For instance, both the thonghts
of suicide and even murder comes
to most of us-ssaeh as the
momentary inclination to Jump from
some high elevation, the possibilities
that are connected with the handling of
a revolver or razor, the seduction that
lies in the smooth surface of the waters,
and thousand other such things. True,
as we said, these crazy ideas are SO brief
in duration and are 80 instantly dismiss
led from the mind that we have to stop
and study ourselves to realize that such
suggestions ever do occur to us.
The well-balanced mind means, not
that we do not have such ideas, but that
we have our minds under such complete
control that we can and do check such
thoughts instantaneously and almost
automatically. That is, that we use our
will power to govern US.
Nature very early in life teaches us to
control our thoughts and desires. We
learn by painful experience that the
stove is hot,that we may not run againsta a
chair, that we must look out for our eyes,
that we must be careful of how we eat
and thousands of other bodily matters.
But nature not only teaches this much
to man but also to animals. Man is more
than the animal in that he Is also en-
dowed with reason. When it comes to
the more intricate results of action and
thought man should, must be, largely
his own teacher-and here is where so
many men fail. Few men ever attempt,
even ever think. of such thing as de-
liberately controlling the e'course of their
own thoughts. Certainly all men do
control their thoughts to greater or
lesser extent, but it is true that few men
ever make study Of their own person.
Ally with view to self.control.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1909-05-14
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
:County News

..ss.ee.s.e
Arthur Beaudry has moved his barber
shop from Neche to Walhalla.
Rev. J. G. Ambrose has removed from
Neche to Bluehill, Nebraska,
A boy was born to Mr.. and Mrs. G.
Carlson of st. Thomas on the 1st.
The Crystal public school last week
gave very fine entertainment.
A daughter was born to Mr.. and Mrs.
B. E. Herseth of Drayton on April Goth.
A son was born to Mr.. and Mrs Lud-
ger Archsmbeault of Neche township on
April 2Sth.
A baby girl was born to Mr.. and Mrs.
Frank Volrath of Neche township on
Friday last.
Trees are so numerous in Bathgate
that the people are cutting them down
in self-defense.
Norval Baptie intends to move his
family to Seattle next week to remain
permanently.
The daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Bob
ner of Cavalier is dangerously ill with
typhoid fever.
James Sabraw is now a resident of
Hazelton, N. D. where he has charge of
a lumber yard.
Charles Weiss of Crystal left for the
Pacific coast last week after short
visit with his folks.
Mr.. and Mrs. l.. j. Kota of st. Thom-
as are proud parents of an eight pound
boy born on the 5th.
"Cavalier will celebrate the "Glorious
Fourth" in grand old fashioned style" :"
so says the Chronicle.
Laura, daughter of Mrs. M. Tourand
of Neche, died of consumption on May
9Th. Sheswas 16 years Of age.
Ruth Bjorklund was operated on at
the Drayton hospital last week for ap-
pendicitis. She is recovering rapidly.
Mrs. Joseph Yeade OF Leroy died last
Saturday of consumption. Her husband
died few iweeks ago. There are five
children left orphans.
Drayton has organizeda baseball club
with Il. A. Long as president, J.R.Vestre
as manager, and W. E. Hansen as secre-
tary and treasurer.
Miss Celia Donnelly of Glenwood and
Mr.. Henry Walker of Mimic were mar
ried at Grafton on April 18th. The
young couple will live at Minto.
Miss Ethel Sugden and Mr.. Harry
Pegg, both of Bathgate, were married
last week at Alliance, Nebraska. The
young people will live at Deaholme,
Sask.
The high school defamation contest
held at Cavalier last week was great
success. The two winners were Ona
Ferch and William Norton, who will go
to Grand Forks in May.
On Tuesday afternoon Chas Severt-
son who resides southeast of the city,
killed 36 snakes on piece of ground not
more than half an acre in size. The
snakes measured from one to three feet
ong.-St. Thomas Times.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. Pleasance, pioneer
settlers of Akra township, living north
vest from Akra, mourn the death of
heir son James, aged 16 years. who
passed away April 10Th of typhoid pneu-
monia.
The baby boy of Mr.. and Mrs. Abel
Anderson of st. Thomas in some man
ner got hold of box containing mus
tard and red pepper, and spilled some of
the contents in his face. The ill effects
were only temporary.
Morgan Montgomery of Cavalier who
has been valuable member of the
band was given farewell re-
ception at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. r.
Branchaud. Mr.. Montgomery soon lea
YES for Grafton where he will be mana
ger of the Grand Pacific hotel.
r. G. Sowles Of Bowesmont is going
into farming in earnest. He has pur-
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1909-05-14

Also said walks Aforesaid to be built
by the owners under the supervision and
direction OF the street commissioner of
said city, and to be completed within
thirty days after the date of this notice.
Otherwise said walks will be built by
the City OF Pembina, and the costs there
of, unless otherwise paid, be charged as
a lien against said lots and collected as
other taxes are collected, by the treasur-
er of Pembina county.
Given under the seal of the City of
Pembina, n. D. this 14th day of May,
1909. F. A. WARDWELL,
A. L. AKERS, Auditor.
Street Commissioners.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1909-05-14
Official Directory

U S Senators Nm Johnson
U s sasizss EiSRsssen-' 4 ( ? ; G4onna Hanna
Governor-John Burke
Secretary of State-Alfred Blaisdell
sate stats IAIeahnrernG Adtnrgn hE;shfpiS1 Biekf1Ta
Attorney General-Andrew MiI2s,r
Railroad Com. APN Anderson
missloners w H Standish
Supt Of Pub Inst-W I stockwell
Com Agr & LaboT-W G % Giibreath
'''*S' asSss g; Sss:z=z 5sFs2 z5$$;sa E5;;s;Ss
STATE SENATORS
lst Dist--Judson LaNIoure, Pembina
End Dist-F A Halliday. Crystal
REPRESENTATIVES,
&c A McCrea. Drayton
2nd District-C Ganssle. St Thomas
Judge 7th Jud. Dist-W K1reeshaw
COUNTY OFFICIALS
States Attorney-M Brynjolfson
Clerk of Court-Geo Peterson
SheriH-Geo Roadhouse
Auditorium. w FelsOn
Treasurer-F H Anderson
Register of Deeds-John F Gill
County Judge-H G Wick
Surveyor-F E Hebert
Supt of SchoOls-Isabella A Burley
Coroner-Dr + NJ Burrows
Publi,- Adnnin'r-Elis ThorwaldsOn
1st-F c Myrick, Pembina
.co,,,,+,, 2nd-J X aOlafson, Gardar
Go,,'rs 3rd-Adam Norton, Caval'r
oo' 10 4th-yos Eorin, Necile
l5th-Wm Bigwood st Tho's
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17

husband were the ancestors of the late
John Buck. Joseph, DR.. Ephraim and
jeremiah Buck, all deceased, and like
wise progenitor of the late Robert S.
Buck, Esq, of this city.
In memory of Abigail Nixon the
wife of Reuben Nixon, who departed
this life Dec. 25th, ITO, in the 21st
year of her age
In memory of Reuben Nixon, who
departed this life Oct. Goth. 1773, aged
q years.
In memory of Ruth, wife of Capt.
David Page, who departed this life
March 30th, 1777, in the 29th year of
her age.
W. NJ. died August 3oth, 1869, tagged
8 months.
W. M. died August 27th, ITO, aged
near years.
Here lies the body of John Clark,
who departed this life in the Goth
year of his age April 1st 1859.
In memory of William Meek, who
departed this life Dec. 23, 1878, aged
40 years.
In memory of an infant daughter of
David and Ann Daten, who died April
Sd, 1860.
In memory of Thomas Wallen, who
departed this life May 10th, 1861, aged
20 years.
In memory CT Daniel Powell. who
departed this life April Gath, 1772,
IN his 3Sth year.
In memory of Jeremiah Harris, who
departed this life, Feb. 22d, 1906, in
the 31st year of his age.
Here lyes the body of Thomas Harris,
Jr., who departed this life Feb. 9th,
1859, aged 80 years.
H. ". died Feb. 25th, 1859, aged 3
years.
T. H. died Feb. 18th, 1859, aged 5
years.
In memory of David Fithian, who
departed this life Feb. 23d, 1854, in
oAo focA yOoI VI his dSS.
In memory of Henry Westcoat, who
departed this life the goth of Feb
ua1y, 1850 aged forty years.
In memory of Richard Powell, who
departed this life September 9th, 1854
aged near 36 years.
In memory of Elizabeth, wife of
Joseph Westcoat. who departed this
life October 14th, 1776, aged 81 years.
In memory of Ezekiel Westcote who
died March Goth. 1853, in ye 10th
year of his age.
In memory of Rhoda. the wife of
Henry Sparks, who died Dec. 28, 1850,
aged.25 years.
In memory of Benjamin ..Stratton,
who departed this life, July goth,
175O-1 in the 50th year of his age. -
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17

Having survived her last worthy hus-
band few years, in great weakness
of body she fell asleep in Jesus, Au-
gust 9, 1901, aged So years.
In memory of Rev. Mr.. Daniel
Elmer, late pastor of Christ's Church,
in this place. who departed this life
the 18th day of Jan. A. D., 1775, aged
IS years.
Mary Boyd, widow of James Boyd,
died Sept. 10th, 1912. in the sOth year
of her age. Love to God and good
will to man shone conspicuous in her
character Mrs. Boyd was the great
grandmother of Chas. E. Elmer, ESQ.,,
DR.. William and Jonathan Elmer, Col.
William E. Potter, &C., of Bridgetcn,
the Ewings of Trenton, and many
others here and elsewhere.
Memorial OF James Boyd, merchant,
who died Dec. 23d, 1878, aged 40 years.
James Boyd, Of Philadelphia, mer-
chant, died May 14th, 1895, aged 2S
years. Be ye always ready. Death
comes when we expect him not.
In memory of Hannah Harris, who
departed this life Nov 14th. 1884, aged
"a years and months
Here is inferred the remains of Sarah
wife Of James Burch, who departed
this life Nov. I'd, 1887. aged 90 years:
also her infant son, Theophilus who
died Jan. II, ITS, aged months.
Depart blest shades to Heaven
In memory OF Theodotia. the wife of
Theophi Elmer. who took her exit from
the world on the 18th day of Feb, A.
D., 1765, in the 34th year of her age.
In memory of Mrs Hannah Elmer,
widow Of Theophilus Elmer, who died
September 27th. 1888. aged SO years
August the 1st, 1888. the Honorable
Theophilus Elmer, Esq, took leave of
time, aged 81 years.
In memory of Mariah. daughter of
Charles and Rachel Clun, who died
October goth, 1878, aged one year
In memory of David Westcote, who
departed this life July 16th 1772, in
the 57th year of his age
In memory of Rachel Westcote, who
departed this life May Sd, 1857, aged
3S years.
In memory of Jeremiah Nixon, who
departed this life August I'd. 1776, aged
so years and months (He was the
neutrality-suspicious. of VIM. G,
Nixon, Esq, the late John T, Nixon
of Trenton, and Rev. DR.. j. Howard
Nixon, besides being the ancestor of
numerous others both in the male and
female branches).
In memory of Judith, wife of
Ephraim Buck, who died March 9th,
1869, aged 53 years. She was the
sister of the above, and she and her
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17
HUNT BROTHERS

&~eh~<e~sGD.@A-s2e
parted this life December 21st, ITO,
in the 9th year Of her age.
In memory of Nathan Diament,
Sem, who departed this life April,
1867, in the 72d year of his age.
Here lieth the body of Abdon
Ogden, who departed this life March
Sd, 1918, aged %.
In memory of Thomas Ogden, Jr.,
who died January 10, 1868, aged %
years.
In memory of Violetta, wife of
Thomas Ogden, who departed this life,
November 9th. 1850, aged "a years.
In memory of Sarah. the wife of
Thos. Ogden, who departed this life
March 23d, 1850, aged 30 years.
In memory of Isaac Harris, who died
October nth, 1775, aged 80 years.
In memory of Mrs Sarah Harris,
late the beloved wife of Capt. Thomas
Harris, who departed this life April
I'd, 1774, in the 62d year of her age.
In memory of Capt. Thomas Harris,
F, who departed this life April 9th,
1888 aged 70 years and months.
In memory of David Sayre, Esq,
who departed this life April 18th.
Ammo Domini, 1857, in the 47th year
of his age.
: In''memory of Ephraim Seeley. Esq.
who died June 22d, 1774, aged 81 years.
| (The wives of Rev. VIM. Ramsey
and of Doctor Jonathan and Ebenezer
Elmer, were the daughters of Col.
Seeley; Judge L. G. Elmer. of Bridge
ton being grandson.
In memory OF Susannah Harris who
died November 14th, 1884, aged 81
years and months.
If any readers of the Pioneer know
of others who are lying in these grounds
whose names have been omitted we
shall be pleased to add them to the list.
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17
HUNT BROTHERS

NauC0SlUIS VI bu0 ldt6 Nathan l..
Stratton and Daniel p Stratton and
their descendants. He was also an
cestor of the late Gov. Chas. Stratton,
of Swedesboro, and Of Hon. J. L. N.
Stratton, of Mt. Holly.
Here lies the body of Preston STRAIT
ton who departed this life November
18th, 1853, aged 1S years.
In memory of Levi Preston, who
died January 18th. 1852, aged 81 years.
In memory of Benjamin, son of Ben
jamin and Sarah Stratgon, who de.
parted this life Oct. I'd, 1850 aged
II years. 7
In memory Of BENZ. Parvip, who
departed this life March ye 28, 1865,
aged 81 years.
Here lyeth the body of Thomas
Parvin, who departed this life August
ye 28th, 1743, aged so years, months
and days.
In memory Of Abagail Elmer relict
of Daniel Elmer, Esq, deceased, who
expired with lingering consumption
July I'd, ITO, aged 81 years. Alb hoe
discite hominen.
d. E. ( child).
In memory of Daniel Elmer, Esq,
who departed this life May I'd. 1861,
in the 46th year of his age.
VIM. Ramsey Elmer,
son of the Hon. J. Elmer and Mary his
wife who died November 9Th, 1884,
aged 4 years and 7 months. BY his
side lay four more of their children
who all died in carly infancy.
In memory of Timothy Elmer. Esq. /,
who exchanged time for eternity. May
10Th, 1880, aged 80 years.
In memory of Daniel Elmer, Esq.
who departed this life June 3Oth, 1875,
in the 33d year of his age.
In memory of Joseph Ogden. Esq.
who died July 9th, 1772 aged As
years. Virtue and piety merit honour
and esteem, In remembrance of which
this monument is seen.
|
the beloved spouse of Mr.. j. L. "And
now the changing scenes are past,
Safety is found in Christ at last, by
an easy exit on the 10th day of Au-
gust, 1875 in the 4Sth year of her age
Respected of spring be we therefore
followers of them who through faith
and patience inherit the promises.
ION back of the above is the follow.
ing):
No more shall thy anxious care molest,
My soft repose and quiet rest
In peaceful slumbers lye
Till Jesus rend the Ethereal sky,
Then quit the Dust, arise and shine,
Adorned with beauties all Divine.
In m emory of Jonathan Loranc, who
departed this life February 19th,' 1774,
in the 41st year of his age.
In memory of Zephaniah Ogden, who
departed this life March 24th. 1771,
aged so years.
In memory of John Ogden, ESQ.,, who
departed this life December 22d, 1745,
in the 75th year of his age.
In memory of Prudence Daton, relict
of Joseph Daton, deceased, who dice
July 2lst. 1873, in the 50th year of hel
age.
In memory of Joseph Daton, who de.
parted this life the 28th day of Novem-
ber, Ammo Domini ITO, aged So years.
Abagail Daten, died October 20, 1774,
in the I'd year of her age.
In memory of Eli Daten, who depar-
ted May 9th, ITS, aged 23 years.
In memory of David Ogden, who
departed this life, April 4th, 1867
aged 56 years.
In memory of David Ogden, Esq,
who departed this life December, 176O,
aged So years.
In memory Of Hannah, wife Of
David Ogden, who departed this life
April goth, 174S, in the ..S6th year of
her age.
! In memory Of Lois Diament. who de-
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17
,5c Silk Lawns i8c

Soft, sheer Mercerized Lawns.
Rings, dots and stripes.
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17


Eleazor Smith
John Ogden
John Bennett
Samuel Foster
Samuel Bellnap
Edward Lummis
John Bateman
John Smith
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17

The rugged monument of Barry
granite was made by Ogden & Platt
and was erected at cost of $3.50.
While plain in design, the memorial
is beautiful in outline, and stands a
substantial imposing momume 1t, en-
during for all time.
The inscription upon the monument
is as follows:
sTn memovv of the trua and oood
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17

The time to congratulate bride and
groom is after they have lived Together
for year and are still happy.
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17

HUNT BROTHERS HUNT BROTHERS
Summer Time keedfuIs for Your Consideration
Floss Pillows

Now is the time when you need
lots of pillows. For porch, canoe
and house, I6 to Fl inch, filled
with Silk Floss.
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17

men and women, who coming in the
seventeenth century, founded here on
the Cohansey the Church of Christ in
Fairfield This monument is erected
by their defendants and the Presbytery
of West Jersey, June Is, 1909. Rev.
Thomas Bridge was their minister"
Following this inscription, upon the
scroll, reads 'Signers of Agreement in
FairEa1d limo IN 1907.
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17
1000 All Linen Hdkfs. &c TsE'. Yer.

Ladies all linen Hemstitched
Handkerchiefs, two size hem-oc,
3 for 25c.
Bridgeton pioneer. (Bridgeton, N.J.) 1884-1919, 1909-06-17

Thomas Jones
John Ohatfied
Jonathan Moorehouse
John Mills
Joseph Seeley
Thomas Bennett
Joseph Sayre
Joseph Smith
Robert Dallglash
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1909-10-14
Gordon.

Special Correspondence Of The Argus
Born unto Mr.. and Mrs. William Barnes
a son.
Friend Sapp spent Sunday with his
parents.
Miss Flota Heiskell was an Independ.
ence visitor last week
James DeMoss is hauling coal for the
new cOalbank this week
Hello, Reddie; the corn roasters have
you guessing. Guess again.
Miss Delcy Kisner is staying with her
aunt, Mrs. Adah Riggleman, OF this place.
Miss Merle Brand is spending few
weeks with relatives and friends near this
place.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Rggleman and
son Dale visited Mrs Riggleman' g brother,
S. linn, Sunday last
Miss Ota Smith and Lee Turner were
married Saturday We wish them happy
and prosperous life together.
Sunday school was we'll attended at this
place Sunday. Prospects are good for a
large attendance this winter. No ground
hog school for Gordon.
School opened at this place Monday
with Cramer Timmons a. teacher This
IS Cramer's second term here and he is
we'll liked by scholars and patrons.