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Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10

them. Such plaques mad usually Deen alloWeu
10 run their course until brought to an end by
natural agencies. Hence it is not surprising
that in Humboldt valley concerted or sys-
tematic effects to suppress the plague in its
earlier stages were undertaken. but after the
mice swarmed in thousands over the helds
many attempts were made to destroy them by
distributing wheat poisoned with phosphorus.
These. however. were spasmodic and generally
proved futile. as the fields experimental on
were quickly reinvaded from adjoining lands.
While a few fields favorably located were
saved by early poisoning. the results of such
uusystematic efforts amounted TO practically
nothing in overcoming or even materially
checking the plague
The preparation in general use by ranch
men consisted of wheat treated with strong
solution of yellow phosphorus in carbon BIZ
sulphide. q cheap and effective poison for field
mice but infammaole explosive and danger
ous TO birds AS a result OF its extensive en-
ployment in the valley, California quail, an in
troduced species, were decimated, and mag
pies crows meadow larks, and smaller seed
eating birds suffered extremely. On one occa-
sion 81 horned larks were found dead on about
four acres few hours after the poisoned
grain had been distributed Fortunately hawks.
owls gulls and ravens were not affected. but
many skunks and domestic cats were killed as
the result of eating mice dying or dead of phos-
phorus Several accidents occurred in han
ding the solution. and cases of fatal poisoning
of live stock were frequent.
Several attempts by ranchmen to induce con-
tagious diseases among the mice by means of
advertised bacterial preparations failed.
Chiefly through the cooperation of Mr.,
George S. Webb manager of the large Rodgers
ranch, systematic experiments to destroy the
pests. undertaken early in January, 1908, by
the biological survey, demonstrated that such
mouse plaques can be controlled and the great
er part of the losses prevented The expert
ments OF the survey proved that mice be
effectively destroyed in winter by alfalfa hay
poisoned with strychnia sulphate, and this
preparation was generally recommended in the
valley. On the Rodgers and Anker ranches a
force of to 10 men was employed to distrib-
ute the poison in the fields with most satisfac-
tory results, and without the dangers incident
70 the use of phosphorus and grain
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10

LovelockS, in April, 1908.
the United States biolog-
ical survey sent several
assistants to the valley to
check the threatened
plague. Carson and Hum
boldt valleys are alike in
having large areas in al
falfa bordered by desert
lands. on which field mice
do not live. On a tract OF
about $500 acres near
Minden mice were found
to be excessively abun-
dant, and in some fields
10 to 25 per cent. of the
alfalfa plants had already
hoon DESTROYED Several
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10

there in the valley were seriously IN
Iured.
by October, 1907, large part OF the
cultivated lands in this district nad
been overrun by vast numbers OF
mice. The yield of hay had been re-
1uced by one-third; potatoes and root
crops were largely destroyed: many
alfalfa fields were ruined by the mice
Eating the roots of the plants, and the
complete destruction of this, the CHIEF
crop in the valley. was threatened.
The height of the plague was
reached in November, when 1t was es-
'imated that on many large ranches
there were from 5000 to 10000 mice
20 each acre. The fields were riddled
by their holes, scarcely a step apart.
averaged $50 to l75 to the square rod.
Ditch embankments were honey
combed, and the scene was one of
devastation. Serious losses in hay and
root crops during the summer proved
but a slight forerunner Of the damage
which began in the fall with the dis
appearance of green food. Burrowing
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10

were received from King river, Quinn river.
and Carson and Smith valleys, Nevada; from
Weber river valley and from Sanpete and
Utah counties, Utah, and from Honey Lake
valley California. In none of these localities
was the damage extensive as in Humboldt
valley though plaques of like severity were
plainly threatened.
On learning of severe damage by mice in
Carson valley, a hundred miles southwest of
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10
DISTRIBUTING POBON 70 XII NICE

about the plants extending their underground
from 1907 to root either killed seriously In
jured alfalfa By November they had destroyed So
percentage of the plants that many helus were
powed up as hopeessy ruined They attacked also the
trees seriously njuring or quite destroying or
chards They the shade trees planted
along bitches, completely girded large Lombardy
and silver poplars that in they caused the
death of such hardy trees.
The great majority of ranchmen knew neither what to
expect great numbers of mice how to check
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10
tomato preserve.

Peel one pound of yellow pear to-
matoes, cover with sugar and let
stand over night In the morning
pour of the syrup and boil until Qaite
thick; skim, then add tomatoes, GIN
ger, and lemons which have been
sliced and the seeds removed. Cook
until the tomatoes have clarified ap-
nearance
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10
Peach Dessert.

Serve one-half of large peach the
hollow of which is filled with whipped
cream and then sprinkled with nuts.
The peaches should be first sweet
ened and the cream may be sweet
ened and favored with almond.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10

IQ6S6 lLldl II dlIl IhC
attention and secured the protection
Of the farmers, many even sparing the
coyote, whose services as mouse de-
stroyer deserve to be more widely
recognized. In Nevada coyotes were
frequently seen catching mice in the
daytime, and their droppings were
composed entirely of mouse fur and
bones
1t is deplorable that, even when
their usefulness is as apparent as
here, some persons continue to de-
stroy valuable birds and mammals.
During the investigations in Humboldt
valley no less than 20 large hawks
were found hanging on wire fences,
their useful lives ended by thought
less gunnerS.
The striking evidence of the valu-
able services of the natural enemies
of mice seen during this plague is but
an example of their constant value.
Hawks, owls, gulls, crows, ravens. her
ons and shrikes among birds, and
skunks, coyotes, foxes, weasels, bad
gers, and wildcats among mammals,
habitually prey upon field mice, and
are most valuable in preventing undue
increase of these pests.
Thorough studies have shown
hawks to be most beneficial allies of
the farmer Orchardist and Dursery-
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|WeKTfGEEN|


W LING to your youth: 1t is an
artists stock in trade; do
not give up that you are aging and you
won't age."-Robert Louis Stevenson.
with mirth and laughter let old
wrinkles come."-Shakespeare.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10

By March Is
poisoning. sup
plemented by
natural agen-
cies. had de-
S tro ye d t h e
mice on sever
al thousands OF
acres where
they were most
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10

ARE to be what you are, and
learn to resign with good
grace all that you are not and to believe
in your own Observation-Disclosures
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1909-11-10

AMAGE by field mice
attracted the attention
of the ranchmen IN
the lower part of Hum
boldt valley, Nevada,
early in the spring OF
1906, and became Sc
we're during the fol-
lowing summer. In the
fall and winter of 1906.
and became severe
during the following
summer. In the fall
and winter of 19O6-07
damage had increased
until fields here and
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23

She has lived in Emma all her
life. and has endeared herself to
all who know her, as q real true
girl, and a true, ladylike young
woman. She has, In few years
oflife. won the hearts of many
both old and young whose friend
ship for her will remain through
out the generation, and the best
wishes of the entire town are for
her future happiness.
Many nice presents were be
slowed upon this young couple
who Joined hands and hearts last
night for life, as tokens Of friend
ship. love and good viii. A list
of the presents and the names Of
the donors have not been handed
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23

On Monday Dec. the 18Th. llr
Robert Shaw and Miss Alma
Hines were united ia the holy
bonds of vadIock lr Shaw is
the SON of Sha and is swell
known boz lubbock. We are mot
acquainted with the young lady
of his choice. buJ $50 are sure
chat she is worthy and win make
Robert a good wife. They viii
make their future home in Ioa-
KUN county
The Avalanche Joins their nu-
mer0as friends iH wishing for
them the fan share OF happiness
that is theirs by right
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23
Bonnie Martin Nuptials

Last night at 7 o'clock, sharp,
according to previous announce
mem. Mr.. Earl Bonnie led to Hy-
mems altar Miss Mary Lena Mar
tin. and the two were made one
by the solemn words spoken by
Rev. C. d. Pipkin, pastor of the
Methodist church i'm Emma, at
the home of the brides parents
in west Emma, in the presence
of a large number of friends and
relatives Of both families.
AIR. Bonnie is the youngest son
of J. w. Bonnie, an old timer,
and has grown from childhood to
manhood in and around the town
of Emma, and is well known to
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23

10 these public subscriptions no
matter what his business is. The
mechanic owes something, the
laboring man owes something
but these men will say ! can
move if business stops. Why you
could not move Cor what you
would be asked 10 pay to these
things.
Again. 10 build a city you must
get the man with capital interest
cd. Some one win ask how are
Wc to do this. JOS, this you "l'i
have Do get AN the railroads That
come your way and aIl other
tf.rrs tina. win tend 90 s1astan-
f... values You cannot expect
tb. man with money 90 invest
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23
What It lakes to Build a City

If YOU or / were looking for a
place to build a city the first thing
we would look for would be a
suitable location, a location
where you could have all theua
ual advantages that would Doc
possible to find. After a suitable
location has been found you have
lust got a corner stone for the
foundation. Now you get the
right kind Of business men the
rest is possible. But if you get
some mossbacks In the beginning
your city has turned out to be a
village. On the other hand it
YOU get enterprising citizens,
men who win stand united, great
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23

Miss Annie J.. Good. the Ava
lanche angel" left this morning
for Gaines county where she viii
spend the holidays with her sis
tiers. Mesdamcs W. + Aruett C..
L. Elder. and brother NJ p Good.
We hone for her e very pleasant
Christmas,
You bad better 'or Geo N.
Hill wI. .oI au accident and
and sick INSURANCE. policy AZ
Avalanche Office
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23

for something substantial come TO
the front and do your part no
matter what il is. and everybody
will live longer and die happier
G. r. Parks.
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23
~ en- be accomplished.

things can be accomplished.
Il takes railroads; more than
one line and more than one sys-
TEN. II takes industries of all
kinds. wholesale houses and some
manufacturing establishments.
| How are YOU 10 get these things !
| Offer inducements that men with
capital cannot afford 20 overlook.
oh well, someone viii say, we
I;annot pay a bonus Now a boz
uroo is not a gift ir o. sense 1t BE-
his n.1 gestmcn- Why does not
HayE. substantial business firm
i'm. @ GOD building eaEg rail-
lanche. a C....l. ..ar r.
clme him ..,.... .-..s-
oie Avalar
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23
Ball at w. 0. w. Hall

Next Friday night the oath,
there viii be a grand pail at the
". O. ". Hall Ev fybody is
invited % come and enjoy them
selves Don't forget the date
nor the place.
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23

a. Esscr District agent for the
North American Accident lnsur-
anco Co. was in our c.ty this
The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1909-12-23

First class cook stoves from
Best cold rolled steel and Maleable c
heaters heavily nickled, regular pr
Same as above, regular price
Same as above, regular price
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
Who Does This Not Apply To7

We have a notion that the fol-
lowing prose written by Walt
Mason and published in the Mil
waukee Sentinel under the head
instructions is about right and
applies to nearly all of US individ-
ually and collectively.
AS through this vale of tears l
tread, | notice many a curious
thing; the crow that's squawking
overhead would teach the robin
how to sing; the mule will tell the
racing mare just how to trot
around the track; the man who
hasn't any hair knows how to
bring your ringlets back. The
fan who couldn't throw ball with
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
A FAMILY REUNION

At the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles Irwin on Meta lake, gen.
uine old time family reunion is be-
ing held this week. Five of Mrs,
Twins sisters are here, but for the
absence of one sister, the family OF
seven sister is complete. This is
the first time in years that these
relatives have been together and
to say that doings are lively on
that ranch would be putting it
mildly, as twenty-five sit around
the festive board. Those in at
tendance at the reunion: Mr.. and
Mrs. Fred Swift and children of
Odanah; Mrs. Ben Harding and
daughter, Mrs. George Harding,
Mrs. Jojade and two children,
Mrs. Leubner and son and Mrs.
Radeuchel of Wausau; and Chas.
Irwin, Jr. who came up from Was
sau to spend week with his pa
rents.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
Cured Hay Fever and Summer Cold


A. S. Nusbaum. Batesville, In
diana, writes: Last year | suffer
ed for three months with a sum
mer cold SO distressing that it in
terferred with my business. | had
many of the symptoms of hay few
er and doctors prescription did
not reach my case, and | took sew
eral medicines which seemed only
to aggrevate it. Fortunately | in
sisted upon having Foley's Honey
and Tar. 1t quickly cured me.
My wife has since used Foley's
Honey and Tar with the same
success. Sold by G. l.. Carter.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
Ladies' Band at State Fair

The famous NaVassar Band of
forty ladies has been engaged for
the full week at the Wisconsin
State Fair. This is one of the
most popular musical organiza-
tons in the country. In addition
to this several of the best bands
in the state will be in attendance
daily.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
LOW RATES
SEATTLE EXPOSITION
Via The North Western Line

Variable routes, covering all
points of interest, including the
Yellowstone Park, Yosemite, COL
orado, Utah and the Pacific Coast.
Illustrated folder descriptive OF
the Exposition, booklets and
maps, tree on application to any
ticket agent The North Western
Line. 7-3t
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13

vim enough to bit chur CHI, when
on the bleachers knows it all, and
calls the pitcher from his perch.
The loafer who has not a cent,
who draws his rations from the
town, knows all the curves Of gov
eminent, and calls the house and
senate down. The blacksmith
pauses long enough to tell the
preacher how TO preach; the gro
cer drops his prunes and stuff,
to teach the pedagogue to teach.
The poet claws his wooden harp,
and fumbles with its broken string
until some life insurance shark
comes up and tells him how to
sing. Some woes of life would
quickly fade, and bores would be
less thick, perhaps, if every fell
low knew his trade as we'll as he
knows t'other chaps"
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
LOW RATES EAST
Via the Northwestern Line

Excursion tickets to New York
City, Boston, Toronto, Montreal,
Quebec, Niagara Falls, Atlantic
City and the mountain and sea-
shore resorts of the East. The
best of everything enroute, For
full particulars, apply to any tick
ct agent, The North Western
Line ut
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
SPECIAL

The novelty Of the season is
represented in the close finish
Scotches shown in our line. The
latest development of this fabric
is shown in the new "Kilmarnock
suitings." This group Of novel
ties deserves your special atten-
ton. Respectfully,
F. F, Novotny, Tailor.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
MOTOR BOAT REGETTA
Will be Held on MuSkaIonge Lake
Next Friday Aug, 10th. MANY
Boats Entered.

The annual Motor Boat Roget
ia will be held next Friday, Aug.
goth, on Muscallonge lake under
the auspices of the Eagle Waters
Motor Boat Club. The race will
be run over a ten mile course
The following are the regula-
tons as to the entry of boats:
The Regetta is open to Motor
boats p feet and dnder in length.
All entries must be made on OF
before August 18TH.
All boats will be handicapped
in accordance with past perfor-
nance in a Regetta held at Ever
EFT Resort. Boats not having
participated in regetta will be
tried out over a known course
agreed upon by a committee
Trials will be held by Mr.. Fuller
Mr.. Morris or Mr.. II. l., Dear
dOrf.
Each contestant will be requir-
ed to remit $500 to defray ex-
penses incident to the regetta
Those who are not members ofthe
Eagle Waters Motor Boat Club
will be made members upon pay
ment of $500 in addition to the
above amount. All remittances
must be made to Mr.. Mckenzie,
Treasurer of the club.
A large number of boats have
entered so far and no doubt an
excellent regetta will be held.
WIkUI Women Way to Health
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
INDIAN RELICS OF COPPER AND
STONE

I will pay good prices for all good
relics. Farmers often pick these up in
the fields. SOME ARE VALUABLE.
Drop me postal card or letter and
tell me what you have found. Write
in any language. I will tell you what
your relics are worth. l want large
flint spears, axes, stone pipes. any
stone carved IN the shape of an animal
or bird, and any article made out of
copper.
Address, H. P. HAMILTON,
Two Rivers, Wis.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
July 2-9-16-23-30, Aug. 6-13
SUMMONS
STATE OF WISCONSIN
IN CIRCUIT COURT, Villas COUNTY
VISIONS

IN CIRCUIT COURT. Villas COUNTY
WISCONSIN
G. F. Sanborn Company, Plaintiff
Unknown heirs of Ole Carelson,
Deceased, Defendants
The State Of Wisconsin to the said Defend
ants:
You are hereby summoned to appear within
twenty days after service of this summons, eX-
elusive of the day of service, and defend the.
above entitled action i'll the court aforesaid
and in case of your failure so to do Judgment
will be rendered against you according to the
demand of the complaint, of which a copy is
herewith served upon you
LAMoREUx, SHEA 4 CAFE
Attorneys for Plaintiff
P O, Address: Ashland, Ashland County
Wisconsin,
D. E. Riordan, of Counsel
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13

No matter how long you have
suffered, Foley's Kidney Remedy
will help you. Mrs. S. L. Bowen
OF Wayne. w. Va, writes; II was
sufferer from Kidney disease, so
that at times l could not get out
of bed, and when | did | could
not stand straight. l took Foley's
Kidney Remedy. One dollar bot
tie and part of the second cured
me entirely" 1t will cure you,
G. L. Carter sells it.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
Death of New Resident

Varlow Pesick, aged GO years,
died Thursday of inflammation OF
the Liver. The decedent moved
here this spring and settled on
land he purchased from the Blue
Grass Land Co. near the Bohem-
ian school house. He leaves a
wife and son. The funeral will be
held Saturday.
Raincoats, Suits, Trousers, Fan
cy Vests, we make them to indi-
vidual measurements. They are
made to satisfy the most exact
ing taste, Largest line to choose
from. Our prices are interesting
to economical men.
F. F. Novotny, Tailor
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
Notice Of Tax Sale
For the Unpaid Taxes for the Yea 1908
State of Wisconsin,

State of Wisconsin,
County of Villas,
I hereby certify that the following list
is a correct statement of all lands in the coun-
ty of Villas, for which the taxes for the year
1908 have been returned delinquent and now
remain unpaid. excepting public lands held on
contract and lands mortgaged to the state,
and notice is hereby given that so much ofeach
tract or parcel of land herein described as may
be necessary will, on the fourth Tuesday OF
August 1909, and the next succeeding days,
be sold by me at public auction. at my office
in the Court House, in the village OF Eagle
River, in the said County Of Villas, for the
payment of taxes interest and charges there
Dated this 18th day of July, A D., 1909.
A. H. STEVENS,
County Treasurer,
Villas County, Wisconsin
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13

Old Proverb Not Correct.
If ignorance were really bliss, there
would be far less misery than there is
in the world.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
Getting Her to Agree.

You can generally make woman
adopt your opinion if you argue on the
other side.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
Villas County, Wise

Mere Beauty.
When a man tells girl that mere
beauty doesn't appeal to him he's
trying in bis kind, clumsy way to
comfort her because she isn't pretty.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
Legal Notices.
July 2-9-16-23-30, Aug. 6-13
SUMMONS

July 2-9-16-2233-3O Aug. 6-13
SUMMONS
STATE OF WISCONSIN
IN CIRCUIT COURT, Villas COUNTY,
WISCONSIN
G. F. Sanborn Company, Plaintiff
VS..
John Anderson, Defendant
The State of Wisconsin, to the said Defend
ant: E-@
You are hereby summoned to appear within
twenty days after service of this summons ex-
elusive of the day of service and defend the
above entitled action in the court aforesaid
and in case of your failure 50 to do Judgment
will be rendered against you according to the
demand of the complaint, of which copy is
herewith served upon you.
LAMoREUX, SHEA & CATE
Attorneys for Plaintiff
P o. Address: Ashland, Ashland County.
Wisconsin.
D. E. RIoRDAN of Counsel
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1909-08-13
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
Department of the Interior.
U. S. Land Office at Wausau, Wis.

U. S. Land Office at Wausau, WIS.,
July goth. 1909
Notice is hereby given that Henry A,
Evans of Hackley, Wisconsin. who, on Aug
rst 2lst, 1905 made Homestead Entry No. ll4l5
Serial No O1924, for SW14 NE34. Sec. p. TIP. Il
N, Range II East, 4th P. Meridian, has filed
notice Of intention to make final commuta-
ton proof, to establish claim TO the land
above described, before the Register and
Receiver of U. S. Land Office, at Wausau. Wis
on the LIST day of September 1909
Claimant names as witnesses: William
Green, G. A. Scharsch, John Bowers. Joe
Kreitzer, all of Hackley, Wisconsin.
JOHN w. MILLER. Register,