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The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

The Ottumwa Courier well says:
"You can't expect to get raise in
wages by just staying around the
place where you are supposed to be
working" 'tstrrf
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09
JUDGE pRssToN,s psc.s.on.

Davenport Times: 1t VIII nave 10
be admitted, whatever ones personal
opinion of the practical necessity OF
such law, that if the Cosson law is
upheld by the supreme court, higher
standard by which to measure men in
public office will be established in
Iowa. The trouble heretofore has been
that while the requirements OF office
have always been just as nigh as they
will be If the Cosson law is maintain
ed, there has been no provision for the
punishment Of those officers who have
been guilty of not living up to the
highest ideals. heretofore, 1t has been
considered sufficient to allow the peo-
pie themselves to reward or punish
by re-electing or defeating Office hold
ers. 1t has been held, too, that an
officer was justified in allowing law
enforcement to behas slack as the ex-
pressed public sentiment of the COM
munity would permit. This tended to
put premium ON the non-enforcement
of laws that were not practically the
will of the whole community and, as
a matter of fact, as often resulted in
the minority sentiment of communi-
ty becoming the official policy (as in
the case where gambling is permitted
for the majority in no community
approves gambling as it did IN the
majority sentiment being expressed
by the officials in the enforcement OF
laws. s@#f t@ @a 's Fa
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Although Uncle Sam is at peace
with the whole world he is spending
$500, 100000 annually on his army and
navy.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Hippi! Hippo! Hip-hoorah!
Whoop for Kermit's gallant pa!
Prone before his mighty guns
Fell hippo-weight three tons!
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

II you do not care for asparagus tips
turn Pullman porter loose in the
garden. He will remove all the tips
with a whisk broom. , ....
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

\ Looking back at the lost opportuni.
ties of yesterday gives the other fell
low a chance to scoop In the things
that are waiting for us tomorrow
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Fortunate is the bride, observes
the Chicago News, who marries the
best man at her wedding.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Waterloo Courier: The decision OF
the court will be hailed with glee by
the entire state of Iowa. II is huge
stride In advance Tor a cleaner, more
law abiding state.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

The glare of the summer sun is try.
ing on the eyes of white potatoes
Remove a few of the potatoes from
the hill and have them examined by
a competent oculist. Cross-eyed pota,
toes do not look we'll. ~ ...
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09
Advice to the Amateur Gardener.

Advice to the Amateur Gardener.
Now is the time to spread chopped
chickweed over your egg plant bed.
The Cochin China egg plant is ready
to hatch. Train hot watermelon vines
over the bed If you want hard-boiled
egg plant.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

If you have had the foresight to
plant horse radish alongside your
vegetable oysters you will soon be
able to pluck some appetizing oyster
cocktails.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09
JUDGE PResToN,s DECISION.

New Sharon Star: Judge b. w.
Preston, of Oskaloosa, who was chos-
en- to preside over the case against
A. NJ. Henderson of Marengo, the
mayor of that city, charged with in
toxication in office, holds the defend
ant guilty and orders his removal
from office, under the new Cosson
law. Judge Preston also sustains the
new law in every particular. Good!
Now let other boozing mayors take
warning, or their removal will re-
suit. The time has passed when de-
cent people are disposed to overlook
such, disgraceful proceedings. When
man is elected to office he is sup
posed to represent the people, and
drunken mayor can't do more than
decent people. A drunk
en- official should be promptly arrest
ed, tried and turned out to wallow in
his own disgrace.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Colleges and schools open next
Monday. -....-.. =. s-.,.... -----s
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Des Moines Register and Leader:
Tnasmucn as Judge Preston, who
holds that an official may be removed
for drunkenness in Iowa under the
new law, is one of the strong men on
the trial bench. there is feeling OF
confidence that the Cosson law will
be upheld by the supreme court.
The friends of the deposed mayor
of Marengo have taken prompt steps
TO perfect an appeal, and they will
employ able counsel. Nothing will
be left undone to present the objec-
tions to the new law in the strongest
light.
On the other hand, Iowa has never
had an attorney general better equip
ped for his work than Mr.. Byers, and
ne has, in addition to long training, a
Jealous interest in the success of the
law enforcement legislation of the
last legislature.
. On the merits of the proposition
there should be no question about
the removal of public officials addict
ed to drink to the extent of drunk
enness. A drunken public official is
not only threat at the public well
fare but he is disgrace to his COM
munity and the state. Now is good
time to set new standard before the
young men.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Waterloo Reporter: Bibulously in
clined officials are warned to be care
full. Attorney General Byers states
that he Is pleased at Judge Prestons
decision busting Mayor Henderson OF
Marengo, and that the Cosson law will
be enforce wherever 1t is necessary.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Gals, as well as those OF counties ana
the state, must keep sober, or quit
their jobs. This is the conclusion to
be reached in considering the opin.
ion of Judge B. w. Preston, ordering
the removal of Mayor A. NJ. Hender-
son, of Marengo, for drunkenness.
The decision is the first legal case
based on the Cosson law, passed by
the recent legislature, providing for
the removal of officials who become
intoxicated while on duty.
The case is a most interesting one.
and will be the basis of much good in
Iowa. The attorneys for the defend
ant made the strongest points posi-
BILE against the law, holding first that
it denied the right of trial by jury,
second that the legislature has no
power to enact a law providing for
the removal from Office for any reas-
on except misdemeanors and malfeas-
ance in ofIice-that is while engaged
in official duties-and third that the
petition does not charge nor the proof
show defendant to have been intoxi-
Gated while engaged in his official
duties. 1t was also contended that
the law is invalid because the subject
is not expressed in the title.
The opinion of the judge on these
points is clear cut. He points out
that the constitution of Iowa after re-
ferring to Impeachment of the judges,
governors and other state officers,
provides that all civil officers shall
be tried for misdemeanors and NAL
feasance in office. in such manner as
the general assembly may provide.
He upholds the Cosson statute in ev-
cry particular. He holds that any
discrepancy in the title OF the statute
upon which the defense asked for dis.
missal of the case Is too insignificant
to be worthy of consideration and
that tire Gosson law is only product
of the growing: sentiment of the peo-
pie against the excessive use of Ii
quor ~
AS to the charge OF intoxication
against Mayor Henderson,, Judge
Preston holds that the case OF the
state was completely established. In
his opinion mayor is supposed to
be on duty at all times and intoxica-
ton at any time during his term OF
Office is sufficient to cause removal.
Mayor Henderson states that he
will appeal the case to the supreme
court. Meanwhile there is satisfac-
ton over the fact that the case has
been tried and that judgment has
been rendered. II is necessary for
all new laws to have their test in
court If the Cosson law is found to
be proof against assault. 1t will be a
strong measure. toward the lifting of
public service TO a higher plane. y
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09


Cedar Rapids Gazette: while there
is some opposition to the Cosson law,
as recently, brought into play in tht
case of Mayor Henderson of Marengo,
the disposition, generally, over the
state seems to be to applaud the meas
ure as reform step against which
little in the way of real argument can
be discovered The public official
is an employee of the people; he often
serves more people than does the en-
ploye of corporation. But whether
he serves a greater or lesser number
he has no right to abuse the conf
dence placed in him. he should be a
good official, as far as the direct ad-
miDistration of the affairs of his office
are concerned. But personally, in his
private life, his conduct should be
such as to command the respect OF
the people he is sworn to serve to the
best of his ability. The time was
when public officials were allowed a
certain latitude that meant laxity OF
personal conduct. That day is rapid
ly passing. The pubic is becoming
less tolerant in that respect. And the
public's lack of tolerance cannot be
condemned. as. intolerance. =, l. il.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Des Moines CaMtal:ri No one can
read Judge Preston's decision in the
Henderson case at Marengo, without
being impressed with it's force. With
sweeping logic he knocks out one prop
after another with which the defense
had sought to support its contentious
until the lay mind ateleast will be I'M
able to- see how the supreme court
could take any other view. -..
If this law is sustained by the
higher courts 1t will certainly mark a
new epoch in the history of our public
affairs. 1t will mean the raising of a
new standard in public service. 1t
will show that We have reached the
point where drunkenness on the part
of public officials is TO be treated as
an actual affront in the public sense
of decency and morality.
Regardless of the weaknesses of hu-
man character and the fonies which
are constantly being INDUCED, the
ideals of society are being slowly but
surely elevated. seg, .a- -',.,..
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Sioux City Journal: II is quite pos.
sible Mayor Henderson is unfortunate
in being singled out among many as a
horrible example," 1t is more than
possible, however, that the horrible
example" will be wholesome as an in
centiye to correct conduct on the part
OF other officers whose responsibility
on duty and off, comes under the scope
of the Cosson law.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

Fairfield Ledger: A. M. Henderson
mayor OF Marengo, has been removed
from Office for drunkenness. And
why not? A drunken official is an
inefficient official at best and an in
competent official, at least when lin
his cups. "A drunken official should
be fired just as quickly as drunk
en- employe. The action was brought
under one of the Cosson laws OF the
last general assembly. One of the
chief contentious of the defense was
its unconstitutionality because it de-
prived the accused of trial by jury,
but Judge Preston, who presided,
swept that objection aside because OF
the specific powers conferred upon the
generally assembly for the removal oil
civil officers. The case will surely go
to the supreme court. 1t Is to be
hoped that 1t will be sustained, tor any
public officer in Iowa who gets drunk
should lose his job.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-09-09

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The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

Group. Hear the poor baby struggle
for breath. Please gel me some snow
Quick"
"Wh--what?" gasped the amazed
bachelor. Did you say snow?"
Yes. snow she almost shrieked.
THAT or, ice, is the only thing that
will do any good
Chagrin never really understood
how he found himself, clad only in pa
iamas and dressing gown and bath
slippers. ont on the sidewalk IN n tenn
perature near zero, scooping handouts
OF snow from the bank in the gut
ter. Back he rushed and up the stairs
regardless OF wet feet and goose flesh.
oh, | thought yon'd never come. -
was all the thanks he got, as the dis
tracted mother plunged her hands into
the feathery GOODNESS and applied il TO
the quiverlng, painting breast Of the
child.
When al last the dread visitant' had
been vanquished and Richard f.. Bur
lingame with one nf babyhood's mar
velous recoveries sumbered peaceful
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
- me pQICE
OVEQ-FA1IlSO..
Written Expressly By w r. LAIsON NJ d.
Editor Health Culture Magazine Author Food Value OF Meat
Common Disorders"
THREE SQUARE MEALS TOO MUCH.

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n he
10 O
be popularity known hearl
insomnia nervousness
other
mark himself
by
by In
OF distressing
So that The
soned blu he
eats SC
through he
in q
well-being
his
the body in
First of
bookkeeper.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
THE STAR BOARDER.
BY Allan p. Ames.


The landlady regarded the pretty
widow. with some disfavor.
Il don't know" she hesitated.
We've never had child in the house
before. and | don't know what Mr..
Chagrin would say.
mfr. Chagrin?" queried little Mrs.
Burlingame. Your husband"
NO" snapped the landlady. But
he's boarded here long time and he's
mighty pertickler."
20. but he hasn't seen my baby,
was the conclusive answer.
Proof OF the widows powers of per-
suasion was large bruise that Ar
thur Chagrin accumulated from col
lision of his shin with perambulator
In the dark vestibule that evening.
The perambulator was the chariot or
Richard Burlingame. jr.
He did not mention the encounter,
not being quite certain as TO the ma
ture of the strange vehicle over which
he stumbled; but during the night lit
tie Dick Burlingame gave vocal evi-
dence OF his unfamiliar presence in
the hitherto childless boarding house,
and Chagrin descended TO breakfast
grim with determination.
But then he was introduced to DICKS
mother, and. after one OF the pleas
ATTEST breakfast hours he could re-
member, he found himself on the way
downtown with his protest unspoken.
Dicky had retired when the bache-
lur came home that night. and his car
riage had been set in less obtrusive
spot, and the fact OF his alien pres
ence was quite forgotten until shortly
after Chagrin had dropped into the
nights first deep slumber. Suddenly
he was reused by n wall. and his
grievance leaped back TO him in mag
nified FORM
A baby in the house! A sniveling
kid that slept all day and kept himself
and everybody else awake al night.
He wouldn't stand IT,
4 fresh burst Of wailinG from the far
end OF the hall.
No, BY CAD, he wouldn't wait till
morning. He couldn't afford To lose
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12


Sulphur and molasses mixed
and spread thin on paper VIII
drive away reaches
To keep flies out or q room
hang up handkerchief 0r
sponge moistoned with oil Of
lavender. M
Water may be tainted ny
lead pipes and should be AL
lowed 10 run from the faucet
for minute before using
each morning.
Quickiime Is the handiest
and cheapest of all distnfect-
ants to use Ia the cellar.
Persian insect powder 10 the
basis OF most of the insect
powders sold in packages
Bought in bulk IL Is much less
expensive.
To kill flies beat up the
yolks OF two eggs, stir In two
tablespoonfuls OF black mo-
lasses or sugar and two table,
spoonfuls of black pepper
finely ground. Spread thin on
heavy paper Sweep up and
burn all dead flies.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

ly in dry bedclothes. she thanked Mr..
Chagrin as only a young and pretty
mother can thank man who has rend-
cred service 10 her child.
And ! don't care IL you do wake
him." she concluded. You may kiss
him. Mr.. Chagrins You certainly de-
serve it,"
Chagrin bent over the child's crib,
and then went back 10 his bachelor
suite with a glow about his shriveled
bachelor heart that was more than
match for incipient pneumonia.
rhe next day there was new star
hoarder In the house. Arthur Chagrin
had been succeeded by Richard T..
Burlingame, Jr., aged IS months.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

A baby should be given pure cold
water two or three times q day. It's
mouth should he rinsed several times
a day with borax water, teaspoonful
10 cup. This will prevent the mouth
and gums from becoming sore and
keep them sweet and clean.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
THE EVENING STORY

another nights rest. He would act
now.
Cording his dressing robe about his
tall form, Chagrin started down the
hall, undecided whether TO protest TO
the landlady or direct To the point OF
disturbance. Before he had reached
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

a conclusion Mrs. Burlingame's door
flew open, and Mrs. Burlingame in q
bewildering lacy thing and her long
beautiful hair In confusion. burst upon
his astonished gaze
Now was his time to speak. but be-
fore his lips could frame the words
ON. Mr.. Chagrin.' she cried. I'm so
glad | found you. Dicky has the
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
The Real Prize-Winner.

The big prizes being offered for air.
flights will stimulate inventors. but
the man who invents practical ma
chine will reap pecuniary reward
much larger than any prize ever pro-
posed. ST. Louis Post Dispatch
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

The tiny soft brushes SO often Civ
en- as presents 10 babes are useless,
because everything used in the child s
mouth should be burned.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
~ IN THE
.UlSERY.

After washing the baby's mouth
give him a drink Of boiled water.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
Napkins

Table of odds and ends az SC each.
worth up to l2isc each.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

Sleeves must be close. but no. no
close at the elbows as they were dur
ing the winter.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

Black and white combinations con
tinue To be popular in millinery.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
MARY ON MODES.

Tussor and Shantung will be a.
popular as al former times.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

Burnt and butter tones seem to b
the leaders among straw hats.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

One OF the modish colors 10 cendre'
rather deeper shade than ashes o.
roses. NJ
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
Bedspreads

Table of Dcylies and Tray Cloths
AT 12Lsc each. Bargains.
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12
Crashes

Lot OF heavy Brown
crash at'............. SC yarG
Lot Of Black Linen Twfil
Crash at............... DC yaTd
ON l2isc All.Linen Ism
Crash at ....... ................S &c
Our l2lac All.Linen - ~.
heavy Brown Crash 1oe yard
The Detroit times., 1909-05-12

Lot o, Huck Towels at Sc each.
worth 10c.
Lot OF II. S. Huck Towels TO 60 CT
10c each.
SPECIAIl--We will sell 100 dozen
OF Fine Towels at 15e each,
worth 25c each.
Evening star., 1909-05-15

FOR SALE-NEAR 14TH AND IRVING SITS.
One Of the greatest bargains ever offered on
the Heights or in any other section. As the
result Of an exchange for country property we
are authorized to offer $4,000 residence for
$1,000 The house contains twelve rooms and
three bathrooms: four rooms deep; two stair
ways; hot-water heat. About $500 square
feet Of ground to public alley. paved. Near
schools, stores, churches and cars. similar
house carries a loan OF $3.50. This
house is likely to be snapped up by a specu-
lator. 1t Is worth your while to Investigate.
STONE & FAIRFAX. 1912 New York ave
Evening star., 1909-05-15

FOR SAI4E-COLUMBIA HEIGHTS.
Beautiful new home. Less than $50 feet
from 14th. Very handsome front. This Is
much better constructed house. better located
and better arranged than most others. Three
t3) stories cellar under entire house. Large
back building. Parlor. library, dining room.
pantry and kitchen on 1st floor Six sleeping
rooms; beautiful baths: expensive plumbing.
Sliding doors 1st floor Costly mantels.
not only on 1st floor but In bedrooms: hot
water heat. Lot 20 1t. front. running back to
alley.
Price, $3.50.
Can furnish tenant to pay $50 month on
years lease.
STONE & FAIRFAX, 1912 New York ave.
Evening star., 1909-05-15
HARRY A. WAGSTAFF,

a04 14th st. NV. Main 800.
FOR SALE
MOUNT PLEASANT.
WITHIN $50 FT OF THE GREATER 10TH ST
ONE OF THE LARGEST AND HAND
SOMEST HOUSES IN THE CITY.
Is ROOMS; FRAME.
SLATE AND TIN ROOF;
IMPROVEMENTS COST $4,000
HOT-WATER HEAT
EXPENSIVE MANTEI.S;
CRYSTAL CHANDELIERS
IMMENSE PORCHES AND BALCONIES ON
ALL SIDES: FORTE DE CHAISE; STABLE
AND CARRIAGE HOUSES FOR THREE
HORSES AND CARRIAGES: BEAUTIFUL
GROUNDS; LARGE FOREST AND FRUIT
TREES; WILL SACRIFICE THIS HOME AND
SELL LOT WITH IMPROVEMENTS THROWN
IN AT SOC A SQUARE Fl. WHICH rs LESS
THAN ADJACENT VACANT GROUND CAN
BE BOUGHT FOR.
APPLY TO OWNER. on PREMISES
my14-3t.2S 1915 NEWTON ST.
FOR SALE-THOSE THREE NEW TWO-STORY
hay-window houses 9th ST. near Mass ave.
n.e.: large lot to q paved alley. They contain
6 large rooms, reception hall; hot water heat:
cellar full depth; vestibule and bath tiled:
stationary wash tuhs and toilet in cellar. These
houses are beautifully located and will be. when
finished. among the most modern and complete
up-to-date houses on Capitol Hill. Watchman
on premises. Price. $4,000. Terms to suit
FLOYD Z. DAVIS. 7th and e SITS. s.w.
Evening star., 1909-05-15

FOR SALE
$3.l5O-14th. and D Sc. five houses under con-
struction: $3.1s0 each. on very easy
terms. These houses clear of iu-
cumbrance. that you may make your
terms.
$4,JO0-12th st. Lincoln Park; beau
III t!fni o corner two-story home: trust.
chaser. See this
$3.J00-F st. ne. near 9th ST.. S-room dwelis
ing. This section is now fast irhprov-
ing; Capital Traction ears Will pass
this property June 1.
$4,900-Nos. 6S and ~ St NV: rooms and
tiled bath: large cellar. with plasterrd
ceiling: lot lSx1OO TO paved alley. Iu-
spect No. 81 4 81.
s6O00-Brick store and dwelling on st. n.ws
near 5th.
well rented: large lots; 10th st. s.e.
near Lincoln Park: or will sell one for
&C. c00-Ricgs st near N H. ave.: Ioroom
stone and brick dwelling; hot-water
heat: worth $500
So. 6.7oO-south Cleveland Park. beautiful cot
tage home near ST. Alhans. newly pa
pered; on car line: cheapest house In
this vicinity for the money.
$6.9O0-Beautiful corner property on y Cap.
rooms and unfinished third story large
cellar: fine yard: copper window and
door screens: hne porches. Don't miss
% this one II , YOU want hShclass lass home. ,
Gle: reduced from 300 to effect quick
sale.
$s.5Oo-10-room corner house. opposite park. 3
blocks north OF Dupont Circle: steam
heat: good condition.: cost $4,000.
50. .O0O-I7th st near n. II. ave-: 10 rooms 2
baths: brownstone and red brick; ele-
CANT condition.: steam heat.
Ofer-Beautifu home Calvert ST. In 1900
block: hardwood trim: house extends
through to street on north ON lot
25xl00 feet.
HEIsKELL McLERAN 1903 II st NV.
myl5-2t
Evening star., 1909-05-15

IMPORTANT
TO HOUSE BUYERS.
Three new houses on
9th st. ne.
Just above B st.
Are rapidly nearing completion.
For $500 each
They offer positively the greatest value ever
known In real estate. Really each house
should be resold at pront Of $500.
The location
Is simply fne-just a few yards north Of
Capitol st.
Each have six rooms and RECEPTION HALL:
concrete cellar: servants toilet; tiled bath and
tiled vestibule: pantry: double back porches:
swell lighting fixtures, decorations and mantels;
instant water heater.
HOT-wATER HEAT: HARDWOOD TRIM
THROUGHOUT.
IMMENSE LOTS
Extending back to wide. paved public al
ley: abundance of space for stable.
MAKE YOUR SELECTION NOW
TT ONLY REQUIRES THREE BUYERS
AS THERE ARE ONLY THREE HOUSES.
ONLY $4.5OO EACH.
VERY EASY TERMS
SEE THEM SUNDAY.
BELT, O'BRIEN & CO., Inc.
1903 G NV.