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The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1909-11-25
NEGRO KILLS HIS WIFE.
Shoots Woman Down Because She
Went to Party.


Went to Party.
AT Greenwood Coroner Owens had
his first job Monday. He was called
upon to hold an inquest over the
dead body of Minna Cunningham,
negro woman, who was shot fasf
Friday by her husband, Jackson Cum
ninsham, on the farm of Mr.. L. II.
Watts, on the eastern edge OF the
county. The woman lived several
DAYS after being shot, but her life
was despaired of from the first. From
the testimony 1t appears that Jack
son became enraged at her because
she went to "boX" party, and shot
her.
Blue-grass blade., 1909-07-18
10
BLUE GRASS BLADE.

longer crnge in fear at the feet of orthodox dogma or TO
worship at their shrines of faith Fact destroys faith
Education dispaces orthodox claims
Aside from the purely theological ene and nterprea-
tons of nature, the colleges according Mr. Bolce are
preparing for an attack upon vulnerable points In
fact the churches advocating severe structures
regarding divorce may find in this last article timely
warning that such interference with the marriage relation
will not much longer be tolerated On this subject Mr.
Bolce says:
Thus, some say, that marriage is not sacramento that
there are and be hoer alliances outside the marriage
bond than within it, and that It contrary to the
higher laws of the spirit to up legal relationship as
superior to the spontaneous preference of man and
woman who lind their love security sacred than
anything the church create. If marriage is
men the professors do not hesitate say divorce SINH
lary sacred In fact divorce is of the convenences
through which the spirit is finding liberty
Oh would that it possible that this notion of liberty
could be brought to the minds of all the theological rcactol
aries IN the country Coming this does upon the TOP of
the Popes message to the American Catholic church. and
the letter of Cardinal Gibbons the same subject both
of which have been ably criticized in our columns by differ
ent writers, it is all important for it may mean sharper
and more clearly defined antagonm between the college
and the church 1t evident however, that in America at
least the church is nearing the end of its eher and
the labor of Paine and ngersol say nothing of the
host of lesser lights in the ranks of liberal thought have
not been in vain The best thought of the country now
shown, concusve be side These have not vet
gone far along the path have ourselves rod nor
have they risen to that supreme height wherein they can
oppose the god idea with impunty but the day is far
distant when Atheism will be the dominating thought in
American education
There is much more would like to have gven much
would have been pleased discuss but space for
bids We but advise our readers to obtain COPY of
the magazine in question and read what there said for
Themselves In closing this discussion do better
than to reproduce Mr.. Boces quotation from Prof Arthur
Hadey, president of YALE who is referred saying:
"The old moral despotism used to say, you do
his you must do that, but precep that take this shape
re not morality they law, and only part of the law
It that The new morality opens to the opportunity
choosing the unselfsh sde The day for supernatural
has DassedO
Blue-grass blade., 1909-07-18
REV. HOUGH NAILED DOWN.


that of SANDER when dealing with intellectual foe and SER
mons galore have been preached upon the horrors of the
dying moments of infdels The recanation lies told of
Paine and Voltare furnished many a pulpit theme for
years. but with the light of history turned full upon such
subjects greater caution has prevailed in the orthodox
camp Only few weeks ago we reproduced from the
London Freehinker Ingero recantation fake and we
still find preachers of pretended respecabity claiming
that certain well-known infdels converted
Two weeks ago published an editorial in criticism of
Rev. IT, A. Houghs statements concerning the alleged con-
version of M. d. Leahy, first president of the National
freethought University, of Liberal, Mo- We also ques-
uoned his statement that this institution pet scheme
OF lngersoPs whereby the speaker sought to dscredt
both the institution and the work of the great apostle of
American liberty. Later, published letter from Mr.
ough in which he sought give purported facts in con-
nectlon with NJ ID. Leahy Ingerso, and others, upon
which sought to elicit all possible information from those
who knew and were familiar with the history of BOTH Our
efforts have been partially rewarded and have received
communication published below, which fatty contradicts
the statement of the San Francisco preacher and proves
the truth of our previous assertion that Episcopal
preacher may feel safe in what he says long as it is only
given to uhinkng and NOTWITHSTANDING congregation
but the publicity he obtained for his remarks truly
dangerous proceeding for his credbility
In the Freethnkers Magazine edited and published by
that stawart patriot and Freehinker H. L. Green de-
ceased, observe article from the pen of the late c. B.
Reynolds Freethought lecturer Of the old days. and an
editorial dealing with the establishment of the Freethoug
University at Liberal Mo- From these learn that the
University established in 1866 by NJ d. Leay Charles
L. Carter, M d., Joseph ellison, Thomas Bakwill and
Joseph Sedgebeer. The of Col Robert g. Ingersol
is not mentioned either a founder a contributor
Remember, Mr.. Hough said this institution was "a pet
scheme of Ingersols and that he had contributed $4,000
to its support"
pet scheme is generally regarded having originated
with the person who had made it thing to be peed Or
having been originated before hand became devoted and
attached to it, that it absorbed his time attention and
money That it was "pet scheme" of NJ ID. Leahy and
his admirable colaborers, there be question: but
far the records show and far be recalled
lngersol not connected with the institution in any
way 1t lived but few years and died with the retire
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31
Northwest Cresco

A happy New Year to all. Remem-
Der, this don't come from my lips only,
but from away down in my heart.
Mrs. Will Van Schoyck left the fore
part of last week for Chicago to re-
main over the holidays with relatives
and friends. Miss Loretta Glass is do
ing her household work during her alb
sence.
Nick Rink is on the sick list.
Roy Owens visited one day last week
with George and Henry Rathert.
John McDermott, Matt Drilling and
two sons of B. McAllister returned
from college to remain over the holi-
day vacation.
c. j. Vance and family enjoyed
Christmas with C. E. Teetshorn and
family.
Zack, Sesie, Teresa and Rosa Kapler
visited at Jake Bakers home Sunday.
John Rathert and family visited on
Sunday at Henry Downs.
Charles Kapler and family, Mrs. Nick
Rink and Lee Kspler visited Sunday at
Zack Kaplers, Sr.
Mrs. John Meyer spent Christmas
eve. at the Theo. Larson home in
Cresco.
Adolph Kap er and family visited at
R. Kapler's on Christmas.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31
Albion.

Christmas has come and gone.
Several of our families entertained at
dinner and the day was spent in the
usual manner of feasting and merry-
making.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Livingston are
spending the holidays at the home of
their daughter Mrs. Inez Barker in
Wisconsin.
At the home of the brides parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Grinde, Tuesday evening,
Dec. 2Sth, occurred the marriage Of
their daughter Lulu with Juddie John
son, formerly of Howard County. The
best wishes of their many friends go
with this worthy couple to their new
home in Onida, Dakota.
The Misses Ashley came down from
Austin, Friday, for holiday visit.
Birdie McVetie is spending few
days at the c. A. Holr lb home.
Several of our schools are closed du-
ring the holidays.
The exercises at the church Xmas
evening We're rendered with credit to
the little folks and enjoyed by all.
Phil. Sanborn, of Bonair, has been
spending few days at the Richards
home.
Clara Fairbanks visited with rela-
tives in Cresco from Thursday until
Monday.
Mrs. Otto Stevens has been enjoying
visit with her sister Tennie Brink, of
Cresco, the past week.
E. H. Ransom, of Wisconsin, came
Tuesday for d brief stay at the Club
back home.
R. j. Peckham has been quite indis-
posed the past week. Hope to hear he
is better soon.
Mrs. E. j. Peckham visited with rel
atives in Cresco couple of days last
week.
We learn that Joe Becker has rented
the r. }. Peckham farm; that Mr..
Peckham has arranged for public
sale in the near future, after which the
family will reside in Cresco.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31
Announcement.

The week of prayer will be observed
by the churches as usual, commencing
January 3rd, 1910. Hour of service,
7:30 p. m. Meetings and leaders as
follows: Monday evening, Congrega-
tional church; leader, Rev. j. j. Gam.
mons. Tuesday, Baptist church; lead.
ser, Rev. H. j. Hinman. Wednesday,
M. E. church; leader, Rev. w. ]. Bell.
Thursday, Congregational church; lead
er, Mr.. Harlan. Friday. Baptis,
church; leader to be appointed.
All are most cordially invited to at.
tend
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31
TUESDAYS AND FRIDAYS
$l.0O PER YEAR
Saratoga.


A happy and prosperous New Year
! to all.
Lou Burnette was Cresco visitor on
Friday last.
AL. Baker and family of Mitchell, S.
D., are out here visiting at the Earl
Manholland home.
Rev. Mareck of Dubuque came out
here to preach to the Bohemian congre.
CATION dur,A the holidays, as they
have been WI, regular pastor
for some time
Will and Fred Breitsprecher and two
sisters have returned from Hope, N.
D., to spend the winter at home.
Bert Dunn was in Cresco the fore
part of this week playing the clarinet
in some orchestra.
Mrs. Estella Chesebro of Warner, S.
D., came out to spend the holidays
with her mother, Mrs. Miller, and her
sisters, Mrs. Alfred Miles and Mrs.
c. H Wallace.
Thos. Kakac sold one of his horses to
Riceville buyer Wednesday.
Mrs. E. Schahan of Amery, Wis, is
expected here Friday for a visit with
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. E. Erbe.
Carl Prinz, Jr., who left here about
seven years ago for the state of Wash
ington and where he lived until about
year ago, when he went to Idaho and
took up claim of i6O acres, took his
parents by surprise last Friday morn
ing. Carl intends to stay about three
weeks before returning to his claim.
Abont forty of our young folks gath
cred at the Henry Buresh home Tues
day evening, taking Henry and his wife
by surprise. The evening was spent in
dancing, all enjoying themselves the
very best.
c. F. Baethke is moving this week
on to the farm he bought of Peter
Kraft last summer.
Mr.. Woodman of Garden City, S. D..
an uncle of Mrs. C. H. Wallace and
Mrs. Alfred Miles, was an over Christ
mas visitor at their homes. He return
ed to his home Monday.
Frank Citeck and crew are at work
this week filling the creamery ice
house. The ice is Ia inches thick.
The fine skating on Crane creek,
which was so much enjoyed by our
young folks, has been spoiled by the
recent snow storms.
w. Moses, Sr., went to Cedar Rapids
Wednesday for weeks visit with
relatives and friends.
At last our roads have taken change
for the better. With about IL inches
of snow we are enjoying fine sleighing.
On account of the cold weather last
Wednesday the Lou Bernett sale was
not very largely attended, but every
thing sod well just the same.
j. c. Webster of Cresco attended
the Lou Bernett sale Wednesday.
Our home talent will present two
short plays in the hall here on Friday.
Jan. 7th. After the plays supper
will be served and dancing will take
place after that. This is for the bene-
fit of Mrs. John Henning who is now
seeking relief in sanitarium for tuber-
culosis at Black Mountain, N. C. Mrs.
Henning went there about the middle
of October and has gained consider
able. While this is connected with an
awful heavy expense for John Henning
everybody should turn out on Jan. 7th
and tighten the burden by attending
these plays.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31
At Cresco Opera House

New Years Day-the favorite attrac-
tion of the season entitled Hearts
Astray, " featuring Mr.. Halton Powell.
Lots of Vaudeville between acts, viz:
Seymour's trained dogs, WesseIman
& Wood in their screeching sketch,
Mr.. and Mrs. Bigger. Ollie Evans in
latest songs. D. Layton in classical
readings, winner of State of Iowa
Honors in 1906 and 1908.
Don't miss this Big Double Show.
Two grand performances New Years
Day. Matinee at 2:30, and show at
night. Popular prices.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31
OBITUARY.
MEIGHAN.

At his home near Lime Springs, Iowa
Dec. 1s, 1909, Mr. Edward Meighan.
The deceased was born at Darlington
Wisconsin, February 2, 1910, and at his
death WIS So years, 10 months and II
days of age. Mr.. Meighen was the
youngest of four sons of Mr.. and Mrs.
Owen Meighen and has two brothers,
John, of Darlington and James of Slay,
ton, Mimi, still living.
April, 16, 1861, he was united in mar.
riage to Miss Mary Lynch of Darling
ton and in 1871, they moved to Cresco,
Iowa, until four years later when they
took up their residence near Lime
Springs and have lived in this vicinity
since.
To this union were born children.
Augusta M. and Edward of Donny-
brook, N. d., William, of Houston,
Texas, Mrs. Ernie Duerdin of Lime
Springs, Dolly, George L., Perry j.
and Walter W., all residing at home.
One daughter. Minnie, died in 1882, at
the age of Is years.
The deceased was of strong consti-
tuition and hardly knew what sickness
was until three years ago when he was
stricken with paralysis and since then
his health was not so good. Up until
his death he had been able to be around
but did not do any work.
OF his character we can but say, one
who knew him heard but kind word
of welcome and kindly greeting. He
was highly respected by all who knew
him and left behind a large circle of
friends and neighbors. Kind hands and
loving hearts helped lay him to rest in
Pleasant Hill cemetery by the side of
his daughter Minnie. The bereaved
widow and children have the sympathy
of the entire community.
IN MEMORY.
Calm on the bosom of thy God,
Fair spirit rest thee now;
Fen while with us thy footsteps trod,
His seal was on thy brow.
Dust to its narrow house beneath,
Soul, to its place on high,
They who have seen thy look in death
No more may fear to die.
Lone are the paths and sad the bowers,
Whence thy meek smile is gone,
But Oh! a brighter home than ours
In Heaven be now thy own. COM.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31

Frank Kalishek was up from Proti
vim on Tuesday last.

Frank Kalishek was up from Proti-
vim on Tuesday last.
John A. Cray was down from Lime
Springs on Wednesday.
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. r. Baker was up
from Ridgeway on Wednesday,
320 acre farm for rent near town,
well improved. E. M. Stockman.
House for rent in the central part of
1 the city. Enquire of T. E. Glass.
WANTED-Capable girl for general
housework. Enquire at this office
DR.. w. T. DAILY, physician and
surgeon; office over Glass s restaurant
Mrs. Jessie Brubaker is down from
Nh. eapolis for holiday visit at the
Craghill home.
w. j. Webster has a bunch of Poland
China sows for sale. bred to "SpelI-
binder" bred boar.
If you want a tarm loan at low rate
of interest, see American Loan Il Trust
Company, Cresco, La.
Mrs. w, T. Hunting and Miss Louise
Hunting left yesterday to visit at the
Dale homes at st. Ansgar.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. E. Fergen left Mon
day evening for holiday visit with
relatives at Parkston, S. d.
Tom and Edna Mabon are down from
Northfield, Minn.,- visiting among
Cresco friends and relatives.
George Light arrived from Wiscon-
sin, Saturday, for few days visit with
relatives in Cresco and vicinity.
Harness Oiling done at $l.OO per set;
also harness oil sold by the bulk, at
JOHN HABERLEY's Harness Shop.
The ladies of the New Oregon Gene
terry Association will meet with Mrs.
Emma Morse Wednesday, Jan. 5th.
Mr.. and Mrs. T. j. Lomas left yes
terday for Los Angeles, California,
where they will remain until March.
For SALE "A Rock Island hay load
er, cheap if taken at once.
G. H. KITCHEN, r. F. D. No. 6.
For SALE OR RENT-24O acres l mil
southwest of Schley.
OWEN MURRAY.
Good Howard and Winneshiek county
farms for sale, any size. For partic-
ulars call on A. SMITH.
For SALE A Northwestern bob
sleigh. Enquire of
COPELAND LUMBER Co.
Now is the time to bring in your
buggies and cutters and get them
painted. BROWN & Son,
Born to Rev. and Mrs. H. j. Hin
man, Thursday afternoon, Dec. 3Oth, a
daughter who has been named Helen.
If you want to buy or sell Real Estate
call on Geo. H. Owens. Office over
First National Bank. Cresco, Iowa. la.
Miss Grace johnson returned yester-
day to Chester after visit in Cresco
at the home of her sister, Mrs. Walter
Eddy.
w. c. Kelley left last Sunday morn
ing for Columbia, Mo-, where his fami-
ly has been visiting relatives for the
past two months.
New Years Day, guaranteed
attraction at the opera house at
Cresco. Matinee at 2:3O, and big
show at night. ''Hearts Astray,' a
four act pastoral comedy drama in 4
acts.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31
Protivin.

The writer wishes every reader Of
the Plain Dealer happy New Year.
Frank Horky returned last Friday
from his Wisconsin visit.
Mr.. ana Mrs. B.drich Brichnac, OF
Cedar Rapids, are visiting at the home
OF the latter's parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Nj e Chyie.
5-rof. F. w. Bouska, of Chicago,
spent several days of last week visiting
under the parental roof. He left yes.
terday for Ames, Iowa.
Charles Tuchek, of Lime Springs, is
visiting at the home of his parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. John Tuchek.
Mrs. Wenzel Prochaska and her two
children are visiting at the home OF
her brother, Frank Martinek, in Chi
cago.
Mrs. Anton G. Fisher, of Spillville,
attended the entertainment here Fri
day evening and spent a few days OF
last week visiting at the home of her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. j. j. Lukes.
The parochial school closed Tuesday,
the 2lst, for the Christmas vacation.
Richard Bouska, who is attending
the U. |. U. at Fayette, is spending
the holiday vacation beneath the pa
rental roof.
Rev. Rudolf Lakomy, Emil Polashek,
Vincent Polashek and the Misses Mary
krikova and Anna Polashek attended
the funeral of Rev. McCartey.
Misses Anna and Rosie Tuchek who
were working in Cresco, are visiting at
home.
Mrs. Hrabe is visiting with relatives
in Chicago.
Louis Novotny, of Lidgerwood, N.
d., is visiting with relatives and
friends around Protivin.
Mrs. Frank Svestka of jackson Jet,
attended the entertainment given in
Congregation hall on Christmas eve.
Rev. John P. Broz of Spillville was a
caller in our town one day of last week.
The entertainment given in the Con-
gregation Hall on Christmas eve by
the parochial school children and young
people of Protiyin, was attended by
quite a large crowd. The entertain
ment was good one, it being both in
terestlng and educational.
Mr.. and Mrs. Albert Kostka and
daughter Irene are visiting with rela-
tives in Britt, Iowa.
The public school closed last Friday
for weeks vacation. The teacher,
Joseph Malek, is visiting this week
with home folks near Schley.
James Cisar Jr. OF Huron, S. D., is
visiting with relatives and friends.
Mrs. Frank Chyle spent Sunday
afternoon visiting at the Mr.. and Mrs.
Thomas Pecinovsky home.
Miss Emma Kovarik, who is attend
ing school at Spillville, is visiting with
her parents Mr.. and Mrs. Mike Ko-
varih
Miss Emma Chipera, of Brecken-
ridge, Mimi, is visiting at the Mr.. and
Mrs. Jacob Svestka home.
The Younger members of Mrs. Frank
Chyle's family entertained company
last Sunday.
J. J. Lukes took couple of loads of
hogs to jackson Jc. yesterday.
Company was entertained at the Mr..
and Mrs. John Bouska home Saturday
afternoon.
Mrs. Samec is visiting at the home
OF her daughter Mrs. Barbara Jilma.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1909-12-31

fine DurocJ Jersey bred gifts to E. l..
Beard & Son, of Decorah, Iowa Mr..
Sutton gave the gilt as a prize in the
Iowa Corn Contest recently held at
Des Moines for the best ten ears of
corn raised in Winneshiek County.
If you want to sell your Farm, your
House, your Business, your Business
Buildings Etc, come and see us. If
you want to buy Farm, House, a
Business Building, ETC., come and see
US. We Sell, Trade and Exchange
Properties. LUERs LAND AGENCY.
There will be a grand ball in Ondra-
sek's hall at S.hley, on Tuesday, Jan.
4. 1910. Good music will be furnished
by an orchestra of four pieces. Dance
tickets rs cents; spectators 25 cents.
Oyster supper will be served down
stairs. Everybody cordially invited TO
attend.
Arthur Goettel has disposed of his
South side meat market to the firm of
Wentz & Ennessy, both from New
Hampton, who are now in charge of
the shop. Arthur will remain with
them couple Of weeks, after which he
and his family will go to Waterloo to
reside for time.
Mr.. and Mrs. Chris. Knoke spent
Christmas with his sister, Mrs. Kaupel
at Cresco. Miss BERTHE Fuller ar
rived on Saturday from Cresco for a
visit with her sister. Mrs. Charles
Dahley. j. !. Misses Bertha Nelson and
Stella Christen returned to Cresco yes
terday, after visiting relatives here
during the Christmas season. -Decorah
Public Opinion.
The A. o. U. w. dance last Tuesday
evening was a highly enjoyable affair,
but was not very successful as mon
ey-maker for the Lodge as the bitter
cold and drifted roads prevented the
attendance of any one from the coun-
try. Carpenters orchestra made a
"hit' and the announcement that they
would play again in the Armory on
Feb. lst met with hearty approval.
MIR. and Mrs. Geo. Brown returned
the latter part of the week from Cres-
co where Mrs. Brown underwent ali
operation for appendicitis. -. .Manley
PEGGY of Cresco recently threw Carl
Johnson. "the Illinois Swede, IN two
falls of ten to six minutes. Decorah
sports who saw PEGGY wrestle Peterson
know he is cracker" on defence. If
he develops good offensive wrestling
he will be one of the big ones, we ven
ture to predict Decorah Journal.
The situation in regard to the coal
supply of Cresco is very serious, but
hopes for betterment soon are enter
tained. Two cars of hard coal arrived
yesterday, and a string of teams moved
it out so rapidly that none of it saw
the coal dealers bins. Soft coal is
promised today, aud it will be welcome
for nearly everyone's supply is exhaust
ed. Freehauf has ceased furnishing
power and is hauling coal from the
school house to enable him to furnish
light and heat. F. B. Lomas returned
Wednesday from Milwaukee but could
get no satisfaction from the
railroad officials regarding shipments.
He says that yards are full of loaded
cars but that it is impossible to get
them moved. At West McGregor
about 300 cars of coal are standing in
the yards. 1t strongly appears that
the coal famine is the result of insult
ficient motive power and inefficient Of
ficials in the freight department.