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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27
PosTMIsTREss RESIGNS.
Mrs. Josephine Billiard Has Been in
Sheffield Office Twenty Years.

Mrs. Josephine Billiard Has Been in
Sheffield Office Twenty Years.
Special to Times Republican.
Sheffield, May 27.-Mrs. Josephine
Billiard has sent in her resignation as
postmistress of the Sheffield postof-
flee. to take effect July 1. Mrs Bull
lard has been in this Office twenty
years. going in with her husband as
his deputy, under Harrisons adminis-
tration, and as Mr.. Warehouses; depu-
ty during the four years Cleveland was
president, and again as her husbands
deputy when Mckinley was elected.
After Mr.. Billiards. death, eight years
ago, she was put in as postmistress,
having served up to the present time,
and given entire satisfaction to all pat.
rons. Mrs. Billiard has disposed Of her
residence in the west part Of town to
Frank H. Chichester, of La Crosse,
Wis, former resident Of this place.
Mrs. E. E. Sullivan returned We'd
nesday from an extended visit in Ne
braska and Kansas
Mrs. Cecil Salmon left Wednesday
noon for her home at Bellefouche, S. D.
Miss Anna Quinnell, of Braser Falls,
N. Y, is visiting her brother, A. ].
Quinnell.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27

Four Iowa Elopers Are Married.
Davenport. MAY 27.-Robert Nave Of
Vera Miller of Wilton,
Iowa, James Ady of Atallisa, Iowa, and
Vera Mason Of Davenport, eloped to
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27
Northern Io1un Items
Monticello.

Monticello.
Michael M. Benedict, probably the
oldest man in Monticello, died at his
home on North Cedar street at the age
of nearly SO years. For several years
Mr.. Benedict has been in poor health.
Spencer.
wv. H. Purinton, who lives on section
IL, Meadow township, lost his barn and
contents by fire recently. The origin is
unknown. The barn was 2Sx32 in di-
mansions, and good, substantial
building. Two sets of harness, sad
die, four tons of hay, grain for feeding
and other things were burned. The
building was insured in the Farmers
Mutual
Manchester.
The rumor to the effect that the
baseball park had been sold was con-
firmed, local business man stating
that coterie of Manchester men had
closed a deal for the purchase of the
property. G. A. Ballard is the former
owner of the park. Tho the details OF
the transfer are not as yet for publiea
ton, Improvements, it is said, are to be
made upon the tract.
Clarion.
A large bull dog belonging to F. c
Clay in the south part of town caused
considerable excitement a few days
ago, by attacking live stock in that
neighborhood. 1t bit hog belonging
to D. C. Hickcox and one belonging tc
Ira O'Neil. Later it attacked AL Stones
COW and considerable difficulty was ex-
perienced in getting the brute away
from the animal Marshal Templetor
was notified and the dog was killed.
Rock Rapids.
State Chemist C. N. Kinney has re.
turned to Rock Rapids report tt
Clerk Medbiery that the analysis of q
sample of city water received by hin
recently proved even worse than &
sample sent previously. October II.
Mr.. Kinney found that there was a su.
perabundance of nitrogen and Other
injurious substances contained in the
water. and it is deemed quite un.
wholesome for use.
Forest City.
Waldorf College closes the presen
school year this week. and will grad
uate class Of thirty young people
On Sunday evening. May %. at thu
United Lutheran church. the baccalau.
reate sermon was delivered by Rev
L. w. Doe, president of the college
The college outing was held on Mon.
day, May "a. The annual reception fol
graduates and alumni was on Wednes
day. May 26.
Whittsmors.
While trying to light the street lam7
that stands in front of the Filler Ho
tel Ray Barton was quite severed!
burned about the face and hands b,
the explosion of can in which Their,
was wood alcohol. He was pouring
alcohol into the generator when tn,
spout of the can came in contact witt
the flame and the heat soon generated
gas enough to cause an explosion
blowing the burning fluid back ont,
his face and hands.
Traer.
j. H. Lunemann has rendered hi
resignation as president OF the Tirs
National Bank Of this city, and ha.
also tendsged his resignation as mayo
LOT LaPorte City to the city council. {,
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27
Latimer News.
Special to Times-Republican.

Special to Times Republican.
Latimer, May 27.-Mrs. e. Abbas
went to Dubuque, Tuesday, where she
will undergo an operation for appendi-
citis. She was accompanied by her
physician.
F. D. Smith is the proud possessor
of fine new automobile. since Satur-
day. This is the first auto for Latiner.
Others are contemplating the purchase
Of machines.
/. Misses Christine and Laurena are
visiting relatives and friends here.
They went to Hankinson, N. D., a year
ago.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27
All Physicians

Must prescribe some OF the in.
gradients that arc contained In
Hoods SarsaparIIIa for all trou.
bIes Of the blood, stomach, kid
news and liver
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27

Joliet, ILL.,. yesterday and there were
married. returning to their several
homes today. The young people cx-
pected to keep the weddings a secret
from their parents and friends for a
few weeks. but local newspapers heard
of the weddings and told the story.
Sensations In both families were fol-
lowed by forgiveness and the parental
blessings.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27
FUNERAL OF B. FAeERLANp.
Man Who Was Killed at
Marshalltown, Buried at Roland.

Spcc!a! 70 Tinss-RepubIican.
McCallsburg, Nav 27.-The body Of
B. Fagerland, who was killed in the
railroad yards at Marshalltown, Mon
day night, was brought here on the
evening Iowa Central train, Tuesday.
The funeral and interment were at
Roland, today. Mr.. Fagerland leaves
a wife and two sons, Conrad and Cas-
per-
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27
MEMORIAL DAY AT HAMPTON.
Ceremony Of Decorating Graves Will
Be Held Saturday, Nav 90.

Be Held Saturday, May 20.
Special to Times Republican.
Hampton, May 27.-The exercises of
Memorial Day will be held here this
year on Saturday, May 30. At $3.50 in
the forenoon the members of j. w.
Mckenzie post of the G. A. r. are re-
quested to meet at the Memorial hail.
as are also ex-soldiers of the Spanish
war. women of the relief corps, and
all veterans of the war of the rebel
lion, whether members of the G. A. r.
or not. The procession will be formed
on Fifth street, under direction of the
officer of the day, and march to the
east side school house, where the pu-
pills are expected to be in readiness to
join the procession as it passes
Arriving at the cemetery the exer-
cises will consist of a selection from
the ritual by the post commander,
prayer by chaplain, commanders ad-
dress, and decoration of the monument
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27

They include sarsaparilla, stillingia,
yellow dock, gentian, wild cherry bark
mandrake, dandelion, juniper berries,
pipsissewa, etc.
The combination and proportions are
our own formula and give power to cure
beyond the reach of any other prescrip-
ton or substitute. That's why it is
wise to get Hoods and only Hood s.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-05-27
Fisherrnan,s Luck.

I'm the skillful handling of fine
tackle lies large part Of the anglers
enjoyment says a current magazine
writer It's about all many OF them
get.-Boston Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28

At present the majority of American en- tertainers are either on the continent or at their country houses,
 Cora, Countess of Stafford, has become Q country hostess. and has developed an extraordinary interest in sport. Her shooting parties are splendidly organ ized and show no sign of the amateur. The Countess of Craven nee Bradley Martini has developed into great coun- try hostess and she cares less and less for town life. Her wealth has enor- mously improved. not only her husbands home at Coombe. but the shooting as we'll, which is now considered second to none in England. Last week Lady Craven had the house full and among her guests were the Grand Duke Michael of Russia and the Countess Torby, his morganatic wife. Mrs. Ernest Cunard Is entertain ing at Red Rice, and has no intention of coming up to town until the new year.
 Tn the hunting set in Leioestershire and Warwickshire, the two most popular of American hostesses are Mrs. Jack Straw bridge of Philadelphia. who. with her husband, hunts five days week with the "crack" packs; and Mrs. Robert Elm melt, who does not hunt, but who lavish ly entertains all tho hunting sets for miles around.
 Even Mrs. whitelaw Reid will not en- tertain on a large scale until January, so that the social outlook for the next flow weeks is very gloomy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28
KAISER AS LANDLORD.
Emperor is Wealthlest Proprietor In
 German Capital.

Berlin, November H.-(special)-It is not generally known that the Kaiser is the wealthiest house proprietor in the German capital. The value of the houses and grounds belonging to him in Berlin is about s6,0O0.O00. This amount does not include the value of the royal resi- dences and palaces.
 Over A large buildings are owned by the Emperor. The tenants. however, do not know the identity of their landlord. They pay their rent through the medium of an agent and he in his turn to firm of lawyers who keep the name Of their royal client secret.
 It cannot be said that the Kaiser Is a lenient lanlord, for all transactions are strictly adhered to, and tenants who do not pay their rent are svicted like thoss of an ordinary landlord. Emperor Will liam is undoubtedly ignorant of such events and merely receives the rent.
 Among the houses belonging 10 him al c, Oranienburgstrassa. 1T to s2, Prrinziouis Ferdinandstrasse 6. Prinz Friedrich Karl- strasse 8. Georgenstrasse to-4S tA Bau- hoffstrasse 8-6. Miederlagstrasse Ia, and Oberwallstrasse IA.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28

'black belt" or such, where iawlessness is known to prevail. Inordinate drinking should be plainly regarded as a malady. and the unfortunate who Is so smitten with the drink habit, or addicted to alco- holism, should be made case for the doctor, and taken into a special hospital ward designated for the purpose, and there be treated with the best healing methods that are in command of the medical profession. Yes, there are, there should be, enough of means and ways by which the community could be rid of the plague of inebriety.
 But that extremely radical plan to rule out the entire use of fermented bever- ages from amid human society-ehet is really too much of an assumption. Who is going to abstain? Who will yield to compulsory or legislative prohibition? The wealthy will not so readily consent to go down in their cellars, which as a rule are filled with the choicest of domestic and imported goods." and there creatae a smash-up a Ia Carrie Nation. so as to ingratiate themselves with their minister. their temperance union friends. or any other friends. Such unreasonable demands will never be made from the upper spheres of society, and if made. will never be needed even by the best and noblest among them.
 Having lived in Washington for six years, had occasion to learn of an in- cident which may have some bearing upon the subject: The late Mrs McKin- ley, wife of the martyr President, Will liam Mckinley who was peculiarly noted for her exceptional modesty and recti- tude, was once approached by com mittee of the W. c. T. U., calling her attention to the 'impropriety'' of her serv- ing wines before foreign dignitaries at her table board in the White House. Mrs. Mckinley with her customary meekness, thanked the ladies' committee for their kind solicitude. but gave them politely to understand that within the precincts of her own domicile she deems It her right and her duty to manage her af fairs without regard to style, or formal ity required by the presidential office, upon the strength of which the ladies had made their presentations.
 The question thus remains: Who will abstain by force of the legislative prohi- bition? None of the rich of all classes and creeds; none of the middle class buzz mess men. or professionals; none of those who can afford to send their few dol lars to a place out of state and procure the necessary drink articles. Who then may be affected by the prohibition law9 The wage earner. who more than all others longs for his occasional stimulant, and probably more than an others needs the stimulant to help him steady him. self in his hard struggle against poverty and excruciatins circumstances, ana to keep him from falling prey 70 despon- dency. But this poor man will soon find his way to low dives and internal hid- ing resorts, which in prohibition states are swarming and spreading like a con- tagion Who, then will abstain by force of the prohibition act?
 The physical side of the question will be discussed in the next article.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28
DANGEROUS MUMMY.
Contact With Coffin Lid Hrlnas Ger
 tain Calamity.

London. November H.--Another record of the evil influence of the mysterious mummy case in the British museum is published here.
 This coffin lid has a painted face of the priestsss Amen-Ra, and miaadvonture or death has swiftly followed contact with 1t in so many cases, that 1t Ia the most notoriously ''uncanny" ohjeet in tho world.
 Not long ago two men discussed thu story of the painted fano and its reputed mysterious power. Ono of those men was . scientist of note. and the other a prom- inent London engineer,
 As . result of their discussion they went to tho museum. inspected the cold. staring face on the coffin lid. and laughed at the notion that there could be any evil spirit lowering over q parisr-msehe coffin lid.
 The scientist, who had expressed the view that suicide is an unpardonahls erims. committed that prime by taking
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28

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 With the present low rates of inter- est paid by the savings banks there Is very little opportunity for those with a small amount of money to realize anything satisfactory Tn the way of earnings, for a few dollars properly in- vested is sure to bring golden re- ward. Many fortunes have been made by the investment of small amount of money-more fortunes and greater fortunes are still to be made. The chances for the careful investor to acquire great wealth in the south have never been greater than at the present time. Never before in the history of Birmingham has fortune held out to men such dazzling opportunities as right now in these upbuilding times If you would strike while the iron is hot, consult Mme Page at once. She has made a special study along these lines and can tell you just what to oo and how to do It. Her advice has brought fortunes to many of her clients Why should not you also grasp this oppor- tunity of bettering your financial condi- tion?
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28
STRANGE POWERS
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 THE HOUR
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 Her life is one of purity and her habits above reproach. People who have already consulted Mme. Page have been astounded with the celerity and correctness of her replies, while she has many recommendations to show that come from people who have profted by the advice she has given them. Were 1t not for the fact ~that secrecy must be exercised in her pro- fession. she could refer the skeptical to numerous well known citizens who have been made contented and happy by her readings of their past and future
 What is most imporant to serious people Is what to do or what 10 expect regarding present and future affairs, and in such matters Mme Page tehs you exactly what you may expect and the condition of anyone or anything, even miles away. Mme Page places knowledge and power in your hands to do or undo whatever you desire, al- most at once. No long delays and waiting, almost immediately removes tho cause of any influence. Without asking . question. without any pre- vious knowledge and having no natur- al means of knowing who you are. where or for what you came, she tells your name and occupation. She tells you names of your friends and ene- mics; who is true and who Is false. Tells whom and when you will marry, rives names. dates. facts and locations, taking no fee in advance. accepting none unless satisfaction is given. As 10 speculation and investment, her ad- vice is much sought for by those con
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28
7he Late Pyofessor Robeytson


institute, and his word was educational law throughout the county of Jefferson. In the Alabama Educational association he was always a most interesting figure. Whenever he spoke attention was never tagging. During his later years he re- tired from educational work and found solaee in poetic composition to which he had always been partial. He published several volumes of poetry which indicate a high artistic sense and remarkable. range of poetic fancy. Several of his prose contributions to the earlier issues of the Educational Exchange show his grasp of educational principles and his power of clean-cut and forceful expres- sion.
 As I stood with sorrowing friends by the open grave that was about to receive the mortal remains of this soldier, ps- triot, poet teacher and friend, I could but think of the wonderful soul that had fled from earth; of the remarkable com bination of intellectual powers, moral virtues and spiritual forces, transferred to another sphere, perhaps to find a more complete expression than earth could af- ford.
 He was indeed a unique character and a lovable genius. He stood~in a class by himself. peculiar. original and alone. TO some he was eccentric; even to his friends he was an enigma There never was any like him, and never will be. In nm were the elements of unexpressed greatness, which more favorable conditions might have brought to more complete fruition.
 Prof. Samuel l.. Robertson has peace fully passed from the scenes of his earth ly love and labor, soon to be forgotten, save by a few, in a land that owes him much, and in which his life should long be held in grateful remembrance; but the seed he planted in the hills and val leys of old Jefferson will continue to bear a rich frutage that shall long outlast all the products of her boasted furnaces and factories.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28

In the death of Prof. Samuel L. Rob- srtson. Alabama witnesses the passing of one of the most notable landmarks in the states educational history. Few of our present day teachers knew him; his best work was done, his greatest mission was fulfilled, when he was in the meridian of his power 25 years ago. He battled roy ally for educational progress In Alabama during a period that tried mems souls When the cause of public education in Alabama was in it's most critical stage, he served his day and generation with heroic patience and with sublime forti- tude. At time when public interest In education was wanting, he gave the unbounded enthusiasm of his own heart: when public funds for education were lacking, he sacrificed himself, cheerfully and uncomplainingly. upon the altar of childhood.
 He was peculiarly fitted for leadership in that stage of educational development Always generous, cordial and companion able. his good cheer was contagious. His figure was stalwart and of heroic mold with a head that carried with 1t the sug gestion Of Greek god; but his eyes greeted you with @ merry twinkle of human mirth, rippling forth from fountain of tears. His face was a com posite suggestion of serious thought and
 
 human sympathy, jolly laughter and in- tense sadness. His poetic genius and ar tlstfc sense made radiant for him the world of nature and of men, and lifted his work from a state of drudgery into that of sacred privilege. He was loyal to his friends and true even to his ene- mics, If he ever had any. He never for got a kindness nor remembered a wrong Judicial by temperament he could not be unjust, though he often erred in the eyes of his friends by yielding to the emo tions of tender heart in deeds of mercy and compassion. He was the very soul of sincerity itself, and no one was so ready as he to detect sham and hypoc- risy.
 When I first knew him in the early eighties, he was county superintendent of education in Jefferson. He knew every body, loved everybody, and was welcomed in every homo. He was the moving power in that old Portable Institute" which was carried in turn into every community in the country. His extempo- raneous speeches were inimtable in their earnest appeals, pathetic descriptions and spontaneous humor. The people came to the institute from far and near and the picnic dinner' attested their hospitality as well as their interest In those days Professor Robertson was the soul of the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28
A Popular Floor.

From the New York Times.
 Whenever the man who runs the ele- vator in Sixth avenue store feels par ticularly frisky he announces the third floor in this fashion:
 Third f1oor-waists, dresses, alter ations, and complaints, particularly complaints"
 Since a fair proportion of the pas sengers who get off at that floor are there for the purpose of registering complaints, they smile upon him be- nignantly for anticipating their needs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28

a rare poison some time after visiting the museum,
 About the same time. his friend the en- gineer had an unacoountable fall. which discolated his shoulder and caused in- ternal injuries. Ho now refuses to talk about the prfestess of Amen-Ra.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-11-28
GETS TEN DAYS.
Fate of Taiior's Apprentice Who Wore
 Hls Hat.

Berlin. Noyesnher N,-fspseiall lien days Imprisonment for keeping his hat on was the punishment metcd out to Hans waclow, tailer's apprentice of SohnsldemWhl,
 The sentence would haro been norV severe \ few years aSo, heeere tho law of lese mateste was loodfyiod Into com psrattve sentleness. Ills crime was, that swhsn at a festive sathersaN sNmeo0e called for thFaa cheers for the Kafsen Waelaw failed te remove his hat, In tho old days he might have been tailed far a year for this heiheas crime,