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Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Voting Machine Bill Passes.

Jefferson City.-By a vote Of 20 to
2 the senate adopted a joint and con
current resolution by Senator Me-
thudy, of st. Louis, under the terms
of which the municipalities may be
empowered to adopt voting machines.
The resolution provides for the sub
mission of a constitutional amendment
at the 1910 election validating the use
of such machines. The measures does
not mention any particular device, but
provides for the adoption of some me
chanical construction for receiving
and counting ballots, such as will meet
with the requirements of law regard
ing the secrecy of the ballot.
Senator Methudy told the senate
that he had in mind the Massachusetts
voting machines, but and device along
that line would meet the requirements
of his measure.
1T seems to me-" in~terjected Sena-
tor Bradley, Of st. Francois, lin view
of the returns from yesterdays St.
Louis election, that you st. Louis Re-
publicans are already well supplied
with voting machines"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

just like thou
sands of Others.
Mr.. Martin says:
81 think / have
had kidney dis
ease ever since the
war. During an en-
6 age n my
horse fell on me,
s~training my back
and injuring the
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Gompers Plan Is Opposed.

The Democratic senate has not a
large degree Of confidence in the anti
Injunction bill, as 1t has agreed to re-
port the measure out. This is the Com
pers plank commended for at the Re
publican and the Democratic National
conventions.
The ways and means committee Of
the senate instead Of preparing a draft
Of either the Buford Or the Grimes bill
providing for a tax on distilled liquors
decided to kill the measures.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
A CURE FOR FITS.
The Treatment Is to Accomplish
What Science Has Been Strug-
Cling to Attain for Centuries.

The intense interest that has been mani
tested throughout the country by the Won
derful cures that are being accomplished
daily by epilepticide still continues. 1t is
really surprising the vast number of peo-
pie who have already been cured of fits
and nervousness. In order that everybody
may have a chance to test the medicine,
large trial bottles, valuable literature, His
sent by mail absolutely free to all who
write to the DR.. May Laboratory, 548
Pearl Street, New York City.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Report Jim Grow Bill.

Jefferson City.-The railroad com
mittee Thursday reported without re-
commentator, Senator divers Jim
Crow bill requiring railroads to pro-
vide separate coaches for negro pas
sengers.
When 1t comes up for engrossment
an. effort will be made to have the
bill include street cars in cities.
The bill probably will pass the SEN
ate, but is practically certain to meet
its Waterloo in the Republican house.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Oppose Distilled Liquor TAX.

Jefferson City.-Capt. John C. Parker
and F. H. Kohring Of st. Louis were
here before the senate committee on
ways and means, to oppose the bill
introduced by Senator Grimes, provid-
ing for an inspection tax upon dis
titled liquors sold or manufactured in
the state. The bill provides that the
inspection shall be lodged with the
beer inspection department. Capt.
Parker pointed out some of the diff.
culties of inspecting whisky.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
REQUIRES Train Bulletins.

The senate passed a bill by Senator
Wilson which is intended to make
railroad agents give information to
passengers relative to delays or pas
senger trains at the several stations.
The bill requires agents to bulletin
every 80 minutes delays Of all passen-
ger trains.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
He Came Back Hard.

"That boy" said the Billville farmer,
"beats my time! Just now, when /
quoted Scripture to him he came back
at me hard!"
you don't say?"
"Shore. told him to git a hoe an
foller the furrow. 'Thar's gold in the
land I said, and what do you reckon
he made answer?"
"You tell it."
Rather he says, I don't keer fer
the gold O. this here world; I've laid
up treasure in heaven! Atlanta
Constitution.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Goes After Theater Trust.

Jefferson City.-The Anamosa ANTI
trust theatrical bill a sent to en-
grossment in the house Saturday. A
fine Of 500 to $500 is to be assessed
against the owner Of any theater who
discriminates against any reputable
play.
Under the provisions of the bill, all
managers of ~playhouses shall keep a
list of all bookings for public inspec-
ton, and, upon demand, shall furnish
the house to reputable bookings on
open dates.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Hawkins Bill passes.

The house Friday morning passed
the Hawkins local option bill, 70 to Al.
This bill amends the local option law
and provides that counties outside Of
cities Of 10000 may, upon petition to
the county courts, vote separately
upon the subject of prohibition. The
present law provides that towns of 81
500 are not compelled to vote on local
option with the remainder Of the
county.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
His Record.

Colonel" asked the beautiful girl,
did you ever ride a horse 80 miles in
three days"
NO." replied the veteran of two
wars, "but | once ran 20 miles in about
30 minutes, which I think was going
some, considering the fact that the IN
derbrush was thick and l was in so
much of a hurry that forgot to throw
away a knapsack that weighed nearly
80 pounds"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
AntidIscrimination Bill.

Jefferson City.-The antidiscrimina-
ton bill, to prevent railroads from
carrying an interstate passenger
cheaper than n going from point to
aoitn within the state, was given a
hearing by the senate committee on
railroads. The hearing attracted a
greater number of railroad lobbyists
and railroad attorneys than any other
held by the committee. The bill i'm
poses a fine of $1,000 for each offense,
and authorizes the passenger to sue
for and recover damages.
The bill was drawn UP by Attorney
General Major, and is classed as one
of the administration measures. A
favorable report from the committee
is expected.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Just What She Wanted.

Mrs. Nurich was in the jewelry
store. Here are some new souvenir
spoons we have just got In" said the
clerk. placing a tray for her inspec-
ton. "oh, amt those lovely!" she ex-
claimed. 81 must have some of those!
Our cook makes such lovely SOU
venir!"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

kidneys. l have been told l had a
floating kidney. I had intense pain
in the back, headaches and dizzy
spells, and the action of the bladder
very irregular. About three years ago
l tried Doan's Kidney Pills and inside
of a comparatively short time was en-
tirely rid of kidney trouble"
Sold by all dealers. so cents a box.
Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
What Mr.. Roosevelt Has Given up.

Senator Depew quotes Mr.. Roosevelt
as saying: Most people, when they
find they can't keep their Job any long
err, say that they are glad to leave it
and devote themselves to their private
business, which has suffered. But I
wanted my job; loved my job; /
wouldn't have given 1t up II i could
have kept It" Mr. Roosevelt Is mis-
taken In thinking that he has given
up Ills job. He IS still II the business
OF self-advertfsing, and will keep it
up as long as he lives. What Mr..
Roosevelt gave W was not his Job, but
lis megaphone.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Senate For Justices Bill.

The Justices of the peace bill had
a better run before the senate COM
mittee on Judiciary than did the
municipal courts bill, which was re-
ported adversely after being favorably
agreed to. The justices bill was re-
ported favorably after NELL Ryan,
d. G. Taylor, E. T. Jones and Sam B.
Mcpherson, secretary Of the st. Louis
Bar association, spent an hour telling
the committee of the improved meas
ure.
The four st. Louis lawyers explain
ed the working Of the proposed
courts. Each of the justices will get
$4,000, while the chief Justice gets
$500 more.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
House Hits Roads Plans.

Jefferson City.-Another phase Of
the passenger rate situation in this
state was emphasized in the house Of
representatives Saturday when that
body, by a unanimous vote, ordered
e~ngrossed the bill giving the state
railway commissioners authority to
fix passenger fares.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Thouoht He Wanted TOO Much.

"This quarter doesn't sound right"
said the smart clerk, ringing the coin
on the counter.
HUH" growled the customer.
What Co you want for a quarter, any
way? An opera solo with an orches-
ira accompaniment"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

"Will the republic endure?" asks
Thomas w. Lawson. We unhesitat-
ingly answer that 1t will unless
Messrs. Cannon and Aldrich happen to
wake up some morning with a feeling
that it ought to be abolished.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Architect Commission Bill Passes.

Architect Commission Bill Passes.
Jefferson City.-The senate Thurs
day passed the Anderson bill creating
a state commission Of five members
to examine architects. Every architect
will be required, under the terms Of
the proposed law, to pay a license Of
$25 a year.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
senate votes for New CAPITOL.

abe senate passed the constitutional
amendment providing for a new $5,-
100000 capitol in Jefferson City. The
proposition will be submitted to the
voters Of the state if the house takes
similar action.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
WISE TO NIAGARA.

Teacher-Johnny, can you tell me
the most remarkable thing about Nj
agara Falls?
Johnny-Yessum; the price they
soak you for everything without going
to Jail.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
house, roc, opposes PIstoIs.

The Wilson "gun-totin' bill Is on a
fair way to passage. It already has
passed the senate. and the house com
mittee on criminal Jurisprudence has
given it a favorable recommendation.
The bill makes It a felony to carry
q revolver.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

It is the only cure for Swollen, Smart
ing, Tired, Aching, Hot, Sweating Feet,
COrns and Bunions. Ask for Aliens Foot
Ease, a powder to be shaken into the
shoes. Cures while you walk, At all Drug
gists and Shoe Stores. 25c. Don't accept
any substitute. Sample sent FREE. Ad-
dress, Allen S. Olmsted, Leroy, N. Y.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

To have more Of Health and more of
Life, take Garfield Tea! This Natural laxa-
tive regulates liver, kidneys, stomach and
bowels, ~corrects constipation, puriies the
blood and eradicates disease.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Lewis Single Binder straight Sc cigar is
good quality all the time. Your dealer or
Lewis Factory, Peoria, Ill.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Ct. Louis ~suffraqIsts FaIi to Appear.

Jefferson City.-The st. Louis suf-
fragists who were expected before the
senate committee on constitutional
amendments In support Of Senator
Peck's resolution to give women the
ballot, failed to appear.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Chamberlain's 10c Pure Extracts, and Mann
mas Pure Phosphate Baking Powder
are Pure and Unadulterated, containing only
those substances recognized and endorsed by
the U. S. Government. At all Grocers. F. B.
CHAMBERLAIN CO., st. Louis, Makers.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

The world may wv you a living,
young man, but by the time you col
lect it you will be ready to give the
undertaken a job.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Jefferson City.-The house com
mittee on municipal corporations made
an adverse report on the Devol bills
closing theaters on Sunday and pro
hibiting the sale Of tickets for Sunday
performances.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
A Domesttc Eve Remedy

A Domestic Eye Remedy
Compounded by Experienced Physicians,
Conforms to Pure Food and Drugs Laws.
Wins Friends Wherever Used. Ask Drug
gists for Murine Eye Remedy. Try Mu-
rine in Your Eyes. You Will Like Murine.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
A Sure WAY.

II wonder" said the practical man,
thoughtfully, why detectives do not
take automobiles"
why SOL" asked his friend.
Because then it would be easy to
run a man down."
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
ASKING A FAVOR.

Papa, mamma says that IL you're
too lazy to do anything else, will you
please sit near the clothes closet and
blow the smoke in. SO as to kill the
mothsi"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

1t is just possible, too, that Senator
Aldrich's opinion of the plan to place a
tax on dividends of corporations would
not be suitable for publication.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

The only true secret of assisting the
poor is to make them agents in bet
tering their own condition.-George
Eliot.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Pettlt,s Eye saIve for 25c

relieves tired, overworked eyes, stops eye
aches, congested, intiamed or sore eyes. All
druggists or Howard Bros, Buffalo, N. Y.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

In case Of accident, cuts, wounds,
burns, scalds, sprains, bruises, etc, moth
ing will SO quickly take away all pain
and soreness as Hamlins Wizard Oil.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

digestive ailments.
If there is anything about
your ailment that you don't
understand, or if you want
any medical advice, write
to the doctor, and he will
answer you fully. There is
no charge for this service.
The address is DR.. w. B.
Caldwell, POI Caldwell bldg,
Monticello, Ill.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

This squib about peoples hanging
on to straps in street cars"
'Oh, that's a standing joke"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
immigration Expenses.

Tae senate passed the McDavid bill
appropriating $4,000 AZ expenses for.
the state board Of immigration. a
state inspector Of nurseries was Great
cd In d bill passing the senate.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Mrs. WInslow's Soothing Syrup.
For children ~teething, softens the gums, reduces In
Illumination, allays pain, cures wind collie. Csc a bottle
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Lewis Single Binder straight Sc cigar
made Of rich, mellow tobacco. Your
dealer or Lewis Factory, Peoria, Ill.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Itch cured in 80 minutes by WooIford'a
Sanitary Lotion. Never fails. At druggists.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Stealing away from bad company is
justifiable larceny.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

It is the man who can't do things
that is always telling others how to
do them.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
HARDsHIps OF ARMY LIFE.
Left Thousands Of Veterans with Kid
ney Trouble.

The experience of David ". Martin,
a retired merchant of Bolivar. Mo, is
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

The half Of the world that gets
along is unable to understand why the
other half is always short.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Giving means self-enrichment az
well as self-sacrifice.-Woolley
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

There is no grace In q benefit that
sticks to the fingers.-Seneca.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

The man who is full, usually carries
a pocket which is empty.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

The trouble with men who are all
right otherwise is their penchant for
boasting of it.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15
Western Canada
MORE BIG o IN 1908
homestead and loo at $500 Per acre. 7


"A vast rich country and a contented pros
porous people. "-ExtYa6f Jrom noyresp0nasH6e
Of a National Editor, SphoSe Sisif TO WestrrS
Canada. in ARgaSt, 1905. spas an inspiration.
Many have paid the entire cost of theif
farms and had a balance of from $1,000 to-
$4,000 per acre as a result of one crop.
Spring wheat, winter wheat, oats, barleyS
fax and peas are the principal crops, whilS
the wild grasses bring to perfection the
best cattle that nave ever been sold ON
the Chicago market.
Splendid climate, schools and churches
in all localities. Railways touch most Of
the settled districts, and prices for produce
are always good. Lands may also be pure
chased from railway and land companiesJ
For pamphlets, maps and information re-
garding low railway rates, apply to Superin-
tendent ofImmigration, Ottawa, Canada, or
the authorized Canadian Government Agent:
Us. CRAWFORD, I25 W. Ninth ST., Kansas City. Mo.:l
c: J. BR0UGHT0N. AZ Merchants Loan { Trust BLDG
Chicago, Illinois.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1909-04-15

Examine carefully every bottle Of
CASTORIA a safe and sure remedy for
infants and children. and see that 1t
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1909-02-13
FIRE at Montgomery.

A destructive fire broke ont in
Montgomery, La, at 1890 p. IN. last
Saturday night, iu which three store
buildings were burned. The fire
originated in the store of Will 5.
Woods, who lost n stock of goods
valued at $500, on,which he carried
81 200 insurance. John |. McCain
had about $500 worth of goods.
with no insurance. but only lost
about $3.50 worth of his stock, being
able to save the bulk of it. +. b.
Tyson had about $500 worth OF
goods and n building worth about
$1,000, on which he carried 5000 i'll.
surance. He saved probably hall OF
his goods.
The building occupied by Mr.
Woods belonged to Mr.. w. o. Har.
rison, WIS worth about $500, was
not insusrd. and is total loss. The
store of j /. Mccain WAS valned al
5000, wins not insured, and is tota
loss to him. The entire damage by
the fire is $4,000 or $4,000. The Bank
OF Montgomery, on the corner op
posite the burning buildings, wa'
slightly damaged by the breaking o
glass and the burning of its window
sash
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1909-02-13
important to Farmers.

We are pleased this week to publish
an official notice to farmers OF this
section that the La Ry. K Nav.
Co. is taking definitesteps to encour-
age growing of vegetables, the rails
lug of stock. aud the general diversi-
fication ot crops III this section. 1t
will be noticed the company takes
purely a business view of the subject
nn,i ,iiscIains any intentions OF ELL
gnaiug in phiianthropic work. As II
business proposition the company
fully realizes that the building up Of
big shipping trade uf farm products
from this section will not only benefit
the farmers, but it will be the means
OF substantially aud perpetually in
cre,lsing the income OF the railroad.
The official circular of the railroad
company is as follows:
Realizing that prosperous farmers
make prosperous communities, aud
that upon prosperous tributary com
munities depends the prosperity oil
this Company; and in view of tile ag-
ricuIturaI depression due to the raw
ages of the boil weevil aud the cons.,-
qu,'nt necessity for, and desira lility
oi establishing diversified farming;
this company has established de-
partnlent for the purpose OF aiding
in that matter. and the bringing in
OF additional farmers familiar with
that line uf agriculture; and in the
establishment OF industries along the
line OF this railway.
Nh. Geo. L. Wlthey has been APP
pointed Industrial and Immigration
Commissioners, in charge OF this de-
p;irtment. with office at Shreveport,
Louisiana.
He will soon make a preliminary
/. visit TO the farmers along this line
for the purpose OF comforting with
them about the growing Of veYeta bIes
: the rsising of live stock and the gen.
fertL.livprsifiration OF crops aud the
marketing OF the same.
HIS expenses arr borne by this com
pnny, aud he has nothing to sell, nor
!. dors he wish to buy anything. 1t
costs YOU nothing tn talk with him.
or to enlist his aid in any way that
'lrs. sa,n consistently serve you. This
Is notsa phiianihropic work, but a
: l,nsllpss proposition to increase your
nlcoiue and our own.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1909-02-13


The building committee will meet
at the building site District IA on
Feb. IL. 1909. at n. IN. for the pur-
pose of letting contract for the con-
structiOn, building and completion
of a school house at that place in a
neat workmanlike manner To the
lowest responsible bidder, the said
committee reserving the right TO re-
ject any and all bids that may be
submitted for the construction, build
ing and completion of the said school
house which is To he the following
dimensions: 30x34 with II feet walls,
vestibule entrance with "a cloak room
on each side. 6x10 feet. with one light
in end of each room. one gallery Sx20
feet.
The house is TO have two twin win
dOws i'm one end. two twins and one
single window in one side. one book
case in school room 1x4x6 feet with
panel door; each cloak room il to
have door entrance from the class
room. making in all 5 doors and IL
windows to the house including the
door to the book easel 40 lineal feet of
b. r. 81 feet broad.
House to be covered with pine
boards. Brick flue in north easteast
corner of recitation room. There
are to he 2two-stool water closets
built near the house Axe feet. finished
with doors aud blinds.
All the building material is to he
placed on the ground by the building
committee.
No bids will be considered unless
sealed and in the hands OF the build
J Ing committee on or 10y the time nlen-
! toned for the committee to meet.
| The party or parties to whom this
contract is let must furnish a good
solvent bond to he committee tn the
extent of the cost of the ma terial
! and II the house is not completed az
! per contract. committee shall call on
the bondsmen for the full amount o
the bond; the contractor keeping the
hOnse but removing same from the
| building site within ten days after
| completion. and the house is to b,
completed within 30 days after sui
iicient building material is placed Oh
the ground for work to begin.
! J n WARNER.
j. Nj. JOHNSON.
NJ G.. NUGgNT,
j. X RAMBo,
Il. III. WEST,
/ b. j. NUGENT.
Building COMMITTEES.
P. S.-For further particulars ap
ply to J. N Warner. Pollock, La, o
NJ. c .Nugen5. latt. La.