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Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20
Wins S400 Piano.

Miss Lilly Mundy of Molino
won the 400 piano given away
in the Mexico Intelligencer's S
piano contest. Miss Leila Tinsley
of Thompson, Miss Maud Lang
ford Of near Wellsville and Miss
Mary Quinlan of near Mexico
were close seconds for the prize.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Judge d. A. Murphy Of this city.
at the Knights of Columbus con-
vcntion held in Springfield, Mo-.
last week was elected State adj
vocate of the organization and
also was chosen as one Of the
delegates to the National eonven-
Itioh which meets at Mobile, ala,
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20
Saddle Horsemsn Organize.

The Missouri Saddle Horse
Breeders Association for the ex.
ploitation of the Missouri saddle
horse was organized in Mexico by
about sixty of the States best
known horsemen.
The organization is the result
Of the recent disruption in the
American Saddle Horse Breeders
Association Of Kentucky, at whose
hands many Missourians aver they
have not received proper treat
ment.
Doctor r. E. Graham, OF
Columbia, was elected president
Judge Alex Carter, Of this city
vice-president; Rufus jackson. oi
this city, secretary, and W. p
Hawkins, of Bowling Green, treas
urer.
The matter Of receiving thu
proper recognition for Missouri
bred animals, as well as issuin,
a publication in the interests o
the Western aaddler, are matter
the association have in view.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

The county court Of Ralls
county has granted the Mexico,
Santa BE & Perry Electric r. r.
Co. the right Of way across the
county and the company has also
been granted the use Of the bridge
0ver Salt River aud the gravel
road.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Ed. w. ii. Hook of this city
will preach at Hays Greek in
Rails county next Sunday-whcrr
he was the regular pastor fcr
many years. He will preach al
New Harmony, in Pike county,
the fifth Sunday in this month.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Jacob Frank, aged 76 years.
father of Mrs. Adolph Egerer of
Mexico, died at his home in Ful.
ton one day last week after a
short illness. lie was native Of
Germany.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

About two dozen Mexico Oid
Fellows went down to Vandalia
last Friday night to assist in II
big initiation of new members in
the Vandalia lodge.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

The Auxvasse Review says
that Miss Mallie Crawford Of
near Mexico. who has been visit
ing her sister, Mrs. Charles En-
mons, up near Hatton, returned
homo Monday. She was delight
Cd with her visit.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

A. d. Perry, who has been suf-
fering with nervous prostration.
has been taken to the railroO,!
hospital at Bloomington, Ill.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

DR.. ]. F. Flynt of Molino went
to the bedside Of his sister, Mrs.
James w. Hardin at Hallsville,
last week, who has been very
sick.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Miss Lydia Hatton, a bright
young teacher of Laddonia, the
daughter of Mr., and Mrs. ID. c,
Hatton. of that place. has been
elected TO a position in the Van,
dalia schools.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Thomas Ottway of Ontario,
Canada, after spending the winter
with his daughter here, Mrs. Ivcr
Thomas, returned to his home in
King Edwards country last
week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Gray Bros. of Farber, mana
gers Of a well digging machine,
have invested in an automobile
TO get over the county roads.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Harry Drebing of this city at,
tended the funeral of his brother
VIM. Drebing, who died in ST.
Louis a few days ago.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Rufus Underwood, the Thomp-
son merchant, who has been very
i'll for number Of weeks past,
has recovered 80 that he is able
to get around again.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Mrs. v. F. Morris and Mrs.
OceOla Lane are attending the
State convention Of the Degree Of
Honor lodge in session in Hanni-
bal this week t
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

DIR. L. o. ROdes of Boulder,
Colorado. is visiting his parents
in this city, DIR. and Mrs. w. R,
Rodes.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Mrs. X. II. Butts of Vandalia
went to Kansas City OH the eX-
cursion and is now visiting her
sister in this city. Mrs. l.. F,
Austin.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Dyson,
who have been in st. Louis five
or six years, have returned to
Me:iico-we hope they have come
to stay.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

DIR. w. p. Rowland Of Bevier,
Mo-, visited the family of j. w.
Plunkett of Mexico this week
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Mr.. and Mrs. r. p. Elliott Of
near Molino visited Mexico rel.
atives last week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Rev. Q. L. Byrns, of Isabel,
oklahoma. visited relatives ~
this city last week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Carl billiard of Bowling. Green
visited his parents in this city
last week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Miss Blanche ShOup of near
Rush Hill is visiting the family
Of Z. b. Morris in this city.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Mrs. w. w. Cleveland of Louis.
lana visited Mrs. T. b. Duncan
of this city last week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

The Mexico School Board re-
elected all teachers for next
years term.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Edward Hughes of Chicago is
visiting his parents in Mexico, Mr..
and Mrs. Eph Hughes.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

A. G. Whitson is attending the
State Lodge of Odd Fellows at
Springfield this week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

II. b. Morgan of Tuscola, ILL.,.
was here last week looking after
his farm in this county.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Ed. Kunkel was sightseeing in
Kansas City last week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Rev. Ii. L. Truck of this city
attended the Southern Baptist
Convention in Louisville. Ky.
last week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

J. N. Rosser OF this city visit
led relatives At Center last week.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Ed. G. ii. Swift of Auxvasse
preached at the Mexico Chris.
tian church last Sunday.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

S. p. Beedle, out east of Wo".
cester, this county, is thinking ol
owning an automobile.
Mexico Missouri message., 1909-05-20

Miss Eliza Gibbs is entertaining
Miss Pearl Radley Of Kansas City.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03

After the regular routine OF business at
which one candidate was admitted, the
meeting was then given in charge Of the
lecturer. II being Halloween night, she
presented program fitting the occAsion.
The first was the admission Of Mr.. Spook,
with his four wives, which caused much
merriment and laughter.
Next was the presentation OF past mas
ter's badges to Past Master Hiram Harri-
man and Past Master Murry Clay by
Brother Freeman Smith, OF Rockland
grange, in behalf of Verona grange. The
response from Brothers Hartman and
Clay were very touching. Sister Harri-
man was also presented with . very nice
regulation badge, and responded pleas
antly. Brother Freeman Smith IL an old
granger. He is now stopping at Verona
Park, where he has q log cabin, and at
tends Verona grange. His help Ia much
appreciated.
The rest OF the program consisted OF
readings, rccitations and music. Cake
and coffee, nuts and fruit were served,
after which the meeting was again called
to order, and remarks for the god OF the
order were called for by the worthy mas
ter. The hour being late, few responded.
1t was q red-letter evening and one to be
remembered by all present. There win be
work at the next meeting Nov. 8.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
Maine Institution for Blind.

In order to carry on to the best advan-
tage the work OF the Maine Institution for
the Blind, which, having opened its in
dustrial department, is now ready to re-
ceive adult students, it is essential to have
complete Est Of the sightless people of
Maine.
With the Perkins institution for the
education Of the child and the Maine In
stitution for the Blind for those who lose
their sight in more mature years, there is
no reason why every normal blind person
should not receive q practical training
which will enable him to take his place
side by side in the endeavor to gain an
honest livelihood.
As the superintendent desires to get in
touch with as many OF the blind as pos
sible, all having knowledge OF such cases
are requested to report to him without de-
lay. Clergymen and physicians, whose
vocations bring them into touch with .
large number Of all classes, are especially
urged to give this matter attention.
All communications should be addressed
to Supt. J. G. Knapp, Maine Institution
for the Blind, Portland.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03

garden than visit 8 flower show. Also, how
ine the western letters are, so descriptive.
Have enjoyed our post card exchange, too.
Did Aunt Madge receive the post cards Of
the old mill and Mckinley. BY the way,
where is Joan. Hope she got the Easter and
Christmas cards I sent. Have sent her those
for the past two Casters, and last Christmas.
and also sent Easter and Christmas cards to
all from whom received cards-to S. e. A.,
Nailill, A. NJ. D., All, E. A. G. and Mrs.
Dieter. Sadie has sent me so many that am
deeply in her debt
More than all the fne views receive do I
appreciate the kind words and wishes written
thereon, shining brighter than colored
scenes, often nearly as fair as nature Per-
haps l may never see the writers. but q strong
bond unites us. Also, nearly forgot n. L. II.
and l. E. TIT there are others miss, it is
not intentional. thank them all. Wont Are
have the pictures Of their gooseberry- piekers
put on post cardss i believe she is the one
who has so many gooseberries.
Where are NJ. V. b. and Uncle Dudley.
viii some one send a recipe for chocolate
fudge, also for fruit cake. using coffee for
liquids
Do any of the sisters, when making apple
and berry pies, put in sugar and butter on
the bottom crust, they will not boil over
when this is done, and the juice remains in
the pie.
l don't know but that l got that hint from
NJ. b. column. most of my useful hints get
from it. Must close to give place TO more
interesting letters. Best wishes to all. n.
Thanks to the Ms. Their helpful let
tiers will lie enjoyed by all.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03

table. I will never be without this
medicine In the house. Mrs. SAM'L
LEE, 1928 Fourth St, Louisville, KY.
Another Operation Avoided.
Adrian, Cal suffered untold
misery from female troubles, and my
doctor said an operation was my only
chance, and ] dreaded 1t almost as
much as death. Lydia E. Pinkham's
Vegetable Compound completely cured
me without an operation = LENA v.
HENRY, r. F. ID. s.
Thirty years of unparalleled sue
cess confirms the power Of Lydia E
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound to
cure female diseases. The great vol
ume of unsolicited testimony constant
" pouring In proves conclusively that
Lydia e. Pinkham's Vegetable Com
pound is remarkable remedy for those
distressing feminine ills from which
% many women suffer.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
A Campaign Of Publicity.

DR.. Francis q. Clark in his annual
report and review Of worldwide Chris
tian Endeavor says that in every
continent and in almost every section
Of every continent Christian Endeavor
Is making Roadway"
One striking paragraph in the re-
port is as follows: III in this brief re-
view Of the year suggestion Is In
order, it would be that more effort
should be put forth to demonstrate
in print and on the platform the fun
damental principles Of Christian En-
deavor. New generations Of young
people are constantly coming forward
who. as well as the general public,
need to be told that Christian En-
deavor stands four square for con-
slant and varied religious services Of
al kinds, frequent religious testimony,
loyalty to the church and interdenomi-
national Christian brotherhood In all
the world. 1t should be made more
and more plain that our society is q
great international brotherhood, mill
lions strong. such as does not exist
elsewhere in the world. The many
movements for the federation Of kin
dred denominations in all lands is one
outcome of the Christian Endeavor
spirit and fellowship fostered by twen-
ty-five years of constant seed sowing
and innumerable fraternal conventions
Ia eyeIy part of the world. The fos-
tering of the spirit of international
unity is scarcely less marked, and we
cannot measure what may vet be ac-
complished in the years to come by our
societies for the peace Of the world
and the federation Of the Protestant
Australian Christian En-
deavor Link
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
cAsrrxE, $50.

Castine grange met Oct. 30 with about
ITO patrons present. The program con-
sisted Of Halloween party under the
leadership OF Mrs. Domansky and son.
All seemed to enjoy it and many words Of
appreciation were spoken Of the extensive
preparations. The old witch who came in
and told fortunes before the campfire was
unique, and the three ghosts who walked
around the dsrkened hall to shake hands
with the members were grotesque. All
voted the Halloween party . success, and
. pleasant change from the regular pro-
gram.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
How salmon Find Their Way.

Row salmon F1nd Their Way.
Salmon are Matched miles from the sea,
from eggs laid on the gravel at the head
waters OF the large rivers. They come
down stream with the current and live in
the sea till adult. Thereupon they ascend
the rivers once more, rush the rapids,
jump the falls, and finally, in their turn,
deposit their eggs in the shadows OF the
smaller streams.
The problem is, how does the salmon find
its birthplace 1t has been maintained
that the fish remembers. Unfortunately,
they have no evidence that the fish has
any such conscious memory, while there
is abundant evidence for thinking 1t has
not.
The explanation turns out to be some
what complex. In the first place, fish
in moving water tend to head up stream.
This is not an instinct, but = so-called
tropism--an impulse below the level Of in
stinct, common ct once to salmon and to
green peas. A like tropism causes the
house plant to grow toward the window.
SO the tropism heads the salmon up
stream, while, with the ripening of the
eggs in its body, comes the instinct to
s,yim strongly. Between the two, the fish
tends to swim up-current. But the salmon
ia not wide-ranging fish, and seldom gets
beyond the sphere OF influence OF the river
in which it was born. With all the shift
OF tides and eddies, therefore, the river
current is the constant factor. Gradually,
then, in considerable numbers, fish swim,
ming upstream work their way into the
river mouth.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
BAYsrpE, 47s, KLIswoRrH.


Bayside grange met Oct. q with Master
Remick in the chair. After regular BUSH
ness the meeting was given up to the
members for pleasure, and games were
played and sopgs were sung until the an
that fish chowder was in
waiting in the banquet hall. Fifty-three
members and three visitors marched down
to enjoy the feast prepared by the defeated
members in the coDtest-Past Master 8. 8.
Estey and his aids. Susie Jordan's side was
she having the largest number
present since the first OF June. After sup
per all returned to the lodge room and
meeting was called to order by Worthy
Overseer circuit. The president OF the
building committee was called upon for
concerning the new hall. Mr..
Estey said he had sold quite a number Of
shares during recess, and that large crew
was at work on the new hail and all were
hustiing. After Mr.. Estey's remarks and
. few votes taken concerning the new
hall, the lecturer was called upon. The
program consisted OF recitstions by
Blanche Raymond and Florence Estey.
Elsie Estey read very interesting article
on grange work and the good II is doing
in the State. Remarks were made by Mr..
Jordan, from Mariaville grange, which
were enjoyed by all, as well as remarks by
OF her visitors
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03

Friday evening was ladies' night at Ar
butus grange, with the following ladies in
the chairs: Addie +. Linneken, master
Rosa Carter, overseer; Bernice Phillips,
lecturer; Mary Ellington, chaplain; Clara
Ellington, steward; Elva Stone, assistant
steward; the other chairs being filled by
the first degree in full form was conferred
on two candidates, and program of mu-
ic,readings and recitations was presented
The next meeting will be gentlemen's
night, when the brothers will furnish the
program.
There will be shooting match, supper
and dance Thanksgiving Day for the bene-
fit Of the grange.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03

IN THE woops OF MEMORY.
To-day I've locked my house OF care
And safely hid the key;
And forth fare where groweth green
The woods OF memory
The winter winds aroundlmy house
May chant bitter tune,
But in the wood ofkmemory
Igo a-seeking June.
And song birds OF the summer time,
There sing Of long ago:
OF youth and hope and happiness
Old tunes used TO know.
Deep in the woods Of memory
III wander as please
Where l may find a-blossoming
The blessed herb, heartsease.
And IL my neigh Dor, sorrow, come
To-day to bide with me
She'll find I've locked my house oficare
And safely hid the key.
By AnRs Mcqueen
Selected by AUNT Narp.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03

As Jones wendell his uncertain Wa.
homewsrd he pondered ways OF conceal.
ing his condition from his wife. .f,r -
home and read" he.decided. .who evs.
heard OF drunken man reading a booL !,
Later Mrs. Jones heard noise in III
library "What in the world are you 40.
ing Ia theres" she asked. "Readiug ~
DEAR" Jones replied, checrfully. syov
old idiot'' she said scornfuily, as shs
looked at the library door, s'shut up thai
valise and come to bed.v
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
Stops Lameness

Much Of the chronic lamenes.
In horses is due to neglect.
See that your horse is not al.
lowed to 60 lame. Keep Sloan's
Liniment on hand and apply al
the first sign of stiffness. It's
wonderfully penetrating = goes
right to the spot relieves the
soreness = limbers up the Joints
and makes the muscles elastic
and plant.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03

A young lady started her own banking
account and was very proud OF her check
book. She used it so well that one day
there came the notification that she had
overdrawn her account. When she had
found out what this meant she was full
OF sorrow for the bank. She wrote Q
pretty letter OF apology, and filed up
check for the amount due. ssThis," she
wrote, twill put matters right"
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
HARVEST HOME, 4os, WEST ELLSWORTH.

HARVEST HOME, 400, WEST ELLSWORTH.
Harvest Home grange held profitable
meeting Oct. 30, with good attendance.
After business two candidates received the
first and second degrees. After short
recess the lecturer presented an interest
ing program singing by the quartette,
reading, speaking and conundrums.
The grange voted not to hold any meet
ing Nov. 8, as SOME members will attend
Pomona meeting at East 0rland. The
next meeting will be Nov. 10, and the
third and fourth degrees will be In order.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
amous the Granssrs.

This column is devoted TO the Orange. es-
peeialiy to the oranges Of Hancock county.
The column Is open to all grangers for the
discussion Of topics OF general interest. and
for reports of grange meetings. Make letters
short and concise. All communications must
be signed, but names viii not be printed ex-
eept by permission OF the writer. All COM
manicstions win be subject to approval by
the editor, but none win be rejected without
good reason.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
Dear Aam Madoe and ". B. Sisters.

Dear AUNT Aadge and ". b. Sisters:
The Ms have been called for, and must
make response, hardly. however, to answer
more than present must thank all the sis
tiers for the fine interesting letters. The COL
umn is very enjoyable part of the paper to
me- never possessed the gift of letter writ
ing. The NJ. B. club is fortunate in having
members who have that gift.
want to mention a letter in the column
more than year ago, written, think, by
Aunt Maria Is she not the one Of the lovely
flower gardenf How gloried in her desorip-
ton Of her blooms. Would rather see her
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03

tainly done me q
world Of good and
/ cannot praise it
enough. I suffered
fromirregularities,
dizziness, nervous
ness, and q severe
female troub lie.
Lydia Pinkham's
Vegetable Com
pound has restored
me to perfect
health and kept me
Fwnp, %ha -voru <fnr
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
COOP WILL, 376, AMHERST.

1ooD Wll-AS oios AAhHSh-
Good Will grange held an all-day SEES
sion Oct. q, with Master Harry Silsby in
the chair. After business all enjoyed q
chicken dinner served by the brothers Of
the grange. A fine program was rendered
in the evening, consisting Of Rotations,
music and illustrated reading. Ice cream
and cake were served.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
Here's the Proof.

Mr.. 9. T. Roberts OF Reszca, Ga.
RID. No. !. Box ~, writes -" have
used your Liniment on horse for swee-
ney and effected thorough cure. al
70 removed spawn on mule. Thi,
SPAWN was as large as guinea egg. In
my estimation the best remedy tor iais.e-
ness and soreness IL
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
A CARD

This y to certify that all druggists are au-
Honey and Tar fails to cure your cough Or
cold It stops the cough, heals the lungs and
prevents serious results from a cold, prevents
opiates. The genuine is In . yellow packaee.
Refuse substitutes. q. A. PARcHxR.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
Pauper Notice.

HAvING contracted with the City Of ELS
Ii worth to support and care for those who
may need assistance during the next I've
years and are legal residents of Ellsworth.
forbid all persons trusting them on my &C.
count, as there 10 plenty Of room and accom-
modations to care for them at the City Farm
house. n. ]. DRuNNEY
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1909-11-03
LAxorSE, 2s4.

Lamoine grange met in regular session
Tuesday evening, Oct. %, with thirty-six
patrons present, including three visitors.
One candidate was given the first degree,
and class OF three was instructed in the
second. One application was presented.
The lecturer presented short program.
Arrangements are being made to pre-
sent drama in two or three weeks. There
will be harvest feast at the next meet
ing.
The interest in the grange meetings
seems to be renewing. It has been at .
somew hat low ebb during the summer. 1t
is hoped that the members will come and
help make the grange more interesting.
MEMORIAL RESOLUTIONS.
Whereas, The reaper Death has again en-
tered our ranks and removed from our midst,
our oldest and highly esteemed brother,
Newell B. Coolidge, therefore be it
Resolved, That Lamoine grange mourns the
loss Of q true and loyal member, one who by
his upright life. left good name. worthy Of
imitation by us all, and his memory will ever
be revered.
Resotred, That our sympathy be extended
to the bereaved family, trusting that the Dr.
vine Master will comfort their sad hearts,
Resolved, That our charter be draped in
mourning for thirty days, and copy of these
resolutions be placed on our records, one sent
to the bereaved family, and one to THE ELLIS
WORTH AMERICAN for publication.
ALMA Cooorxs,
NEL1IE SrRATTos,
w. X. SALISBURY.
Committee.
VERONA, 2O6.
Verona grange met Saturday. Oct. 20.