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Warren sheaf. [volume] (Warren, Marshall County, Minn.) 1880-current, 1910-03-10
Hts SECRET,
How a Bank Clerk Eventually
Became a Director.
By JOHN JONES'.

copyright. 1910. by American Press Asso-
ciation.l
The lot Of younger son in England
is usually hard one because. the boys
are brought up in af1uence only to be
turned out with pittance when they
come of age.
Clarence Meldron was one of these
younger sons. and at the age OF nine.
teen a position on a high stool in the
Bank Of England was obtained for
him. There has never been the chance
for young man in England to rise as
in this country, and when Meldron ell
tered the bank to begin life, Of drudg-
cry he felt like one on whom the doors
of Jail had closed. What especially
filed him with melancholy was that
he loved the daughter Of baronet
whom her family considered sufficient.
~ attractive to marry the firstborn
OF a duke. And so she was Lady
Emily Twiss was extremely pretty. ex-
tremely kind. extremely bright In
deed, she possessed every feature to
recommend her as a wife,
Young Meldron had been In the en-
ploy Of the bank two years with a
few pounds year increase in his SAL
airy when he received a note from
Lady Emily bidding him a sad fare
well. The Marquis Of stanforth had
proposed for her hand, and there was
no choice for her but to accept him.
On receipt Of Lady Emily's note Mel
dron suffered that agony which only
young lover knows who sees the
girl he worships pass to another man.
Before leaving the bank that after
noon Meldron was notified that he was
to deliver box Of papers from the
strong room Of the bank the same even
ing to the house Of one Of the directors.
At the appointed time the young clerk
went to the bank, got the box and
carried it as instructed. He was told
to wait in the hall. which he did for
an hour or more while several Of the
Warren sheaf. [volume] (Warren, Marshall County, Minn.) 1880-current, 1910-03-10

WEST VALLEY

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The following town officers We're
elected at the annual town meeting
on the Sth inst.
Supervisor, P. O. Hanson,
Clerk, Abel Anderson.
Treasurer A. S. Rookie.
Constable, H. A. Strandberg.
Road overseers; Dist No. 1 Simon
Anderson,
Dist. No. 2, N. O. Strandquist.
Dist. No. 3, Y. O. Lausness.
Dist No. 4, John Anderson,
Dist. No. 3, Otto FIjelle.
AS delegates to the Development
Convention at Stephen, March II we're
elected, Ole Hjelle and H. P. Elseth.
C. Westman left last Monday for
the state OF Washington, to see what
prospects that country offer him. His
son, Chas Westman Jr., went there
last fall
Born, to Mr.. and Mrs. B. Jozewski
a son on, Feb. %.
Miss Lisa Vinje returned home from
Argyle last Tuesday, where she had
been visiting for few days.
Miss Ellen Westman returned from
Thief River Falls last week where she
has been most of the winter. -: '"
E. o. Rokke was out to Stratcoma
last week to buy building material.
P. Subdahl made trip to Argyle with
the stage Tuesday last.
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Correspondence
Gleanings from
WEST OF stephen
Brought to the notice of our
man with the quill.

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Mrs. Steve Hendricks is very i'll.
Miss Selma Linderman has gone to
Rolo, Minnesota, where she will spend
the rest of the winter and spring visit
ing friends.
We are expecting a new resident
for West Of Stephen soon. Mr.. Corn
rican and family from Hoopston, ILL.,,
will arrive here in a few days to make
thi their future home. Welcome.
West Of Stephen was we'll repre-
scented at the Woodman Social Fri.
day evening.
Albert Short was very pleasantly
surprised Sunday, it being his birth
day; his neieghbors, with we'll filled
baskets, called on him, and spent the
day in a very enjoyable way. Late
in the evening they all departed for
home wishing him many more happy
returns of the day.
Warren sheaf. [volume] (Warren, Marshall County, Minn.) 1880-current, 1910-03-10
EsPLEE.

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Forrestal & Feyen are now building
the Dredge in the upper end of Ditch
No 20 and will be ready to commence
work as soon as the snow is off.
Mrs. Bertha Gullenback has secur.
ed the job as cook on the dredge.
Fred Solley called on Sund's Sun
day.
Paul Sund went to Torgerson Mon
day on some important matter.
Nils Jorgenson lost one of his valu
able horses the other day.
Thirty seven teams have been busy
hauling coal out on the Ditch line and
there are only three miles more lack
ing coal.
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100 cedar telephone poles, 20 tt.
.nd longer, for sale at so cents each.
H. E. Myhre,
Newfolden, MINI.
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FOR SALE.

Three young horses, a span of
mules They are all good ones.
3. E. Lane.
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DR.. Spofford will be at Wind
~ sor Hotel, Warren, April 9.
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13

Then he introduced Jack to the stranger. This is my brother John, son, whom you have not seen since you were three years old. And he has come unexpectedly wanted to surprise us. which he certain ly has done. But-where did you get that case. sonr'
 Then Jack told the story of finding the case, and his Uncle John said: 'I did not miss the case till 1 reached brothers house. Immediately phoned to the train ofhcials. asking if had left it in the car. They searched the coach I rode in. to no purpose. I had made up my mind that 1t was lost. And my regret was only on account of something I have there for you" And Uncle John took out the gold watch and handed 1t to Jack. 'I bought this en route-stopped atNBunalo-for you. See. your initials are on watch and fob. ["
 Then 1t was Jacks turn to be surprised. and he was so overcome with joy that he could hardly express his gratitude. But he did say: How stupid of me not to turn the leather case over to the train men. Then they would have kept It till you called for it. But never thought of that. uncle. We'll, I've learned s lesson"
 But I'm glad the whole transaction has occurred just In this way" laughed Un- cle John. For. you see. you have the pleasure of bringing your own gift home with you and at the same time restoring lost property. Well. you're a fine boy. anyway. And l am proud of you'
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13
BY WILLIAM WALLACE. JR.

~ ACK PERKINS and Fred Cook had been visiting friend in the country
 X over Saturday. and were hOmeward
 bound on the evening train. When the train pulled into the station of their home town the boys decided to re main In their seats till the crowd should lave left the car. for they both hated getting into q crush such as one always experiences on suburban evening train.
 When the crowd of hurryIng passengers had left the coach that the boys were in they gathered up their luggage-skates. extra wraps. etc.-and made their way towards the platform. Just ss they were about 10 pass out of the car Jack saw & small leather case, with broken strap lying in the aisle under the end of a seat. He quickly picked 1t up and re- marked to his companion: That tall fne-lOoking man with the iron gray beard sat in this seat. and this must belong to him. Let's hurry into the waiting room and we'll probably oTertaxe him. See, the strap that was intended to hang about ones shoulder has come apart at the buckle
 'Ah. so It has" replied Fred, looking at the leather case in Jacks hand. "Yes, we'll doubtless Oyertske the owner of it If we hurry
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13
HOnest Jack and e Watch.

Then both boys jumped from the car steps to the platform. being the very last passengers to leave the train. They ran to the waiting room. expecting to nnd there the tall man with the iron-gray beard. But in vain they looked every where: went into all the waiting rooms. looked Into the restaurant and barber shop, but the man they sought was nowhere to be seen.
 Well. he must have gone round to the carriage stall" said Jack. And I sup pose he did not miss this case. Well. what shall l do about it?' he asked of Fred.
 'I guess the only way out of 1t is to advertise the case in the lost and found column of the morning paper" advised Fred. But what do you suppose 1t con tainsl Shall we take a peep into it and see; It might be a dynamite bomb, you know. In that ease we'd not want to be carting it round on our persons" And Frsd laughed at the ridiculous idea which had come to his mind.
 'All right, I'll open it and let you he a witness to the contents" said Jack. Then the two boys went to a bench fin one corner of the main waiting room and opened the leather case. for they found il was unlocked. First. they drew forth some folded handkerchiefs. then a small
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13

began to understand how mean he must appear in Jacks eyes. Then he regretted what he had said-regretted still more that he had allowed any such dishonest thoughts to take possession of his mind. Say old pal" he confessed, after they had boarded their car, don't be too hard on me. I didn't realize that keeping the watch would be so dishonest - If you couldn't find the owner. I'm sorry I sug- gested 1t. You're more noble than I am and l feel heartily ashamed. I've been made to see things in another light than ID what they appeared to me a little while ago
 That's all right" said Jack. But his tone was not as cordial as Fred would have liked. I'm glad you see the matter in its true light. Otherwise I fear-we- might never have been such good frieuds-again."
 But just at this point Jack had to jump
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13

of the car, for his own home was inst around the corner. 90 he waved good-by to Fred and was on the ground in jiny. running to his own house, where his mother met him at the door. Before she could cay hardly a word to him. Jack was holding up the leather case and ex- plaining how 1t came into his possession. Then, the story finished. he replied to her question:
 'Did you have a fine day. sonny7 Your cheeks are as bright as roses"
 "Oh, 6 glorious day, mommy. But where's Dadr' And Jack put his hat. coat and luggage on the hall rack.
 "Go right Into the library, son. and you'll find dad ana someoody else there. D explained Jacks mother.
 Jack ran into the library. and the first person he set eyes on was the tall gen. tleman with the iron-gray beard. "Ah, sir. I've been trying to find you. Isn't this yours?' and Jack held out the leath- CT case.
 ''why, yes indeed, so 1t is." Then turn ing to Jacks fnther. who was smiling, he said: And is this Jack-Your boy and my namesake?'
 That's our Jack" said Mr. Perkins.
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13

be that the owner will not see the ad- vertisement in the morning paper. And if 1t is never claimed 1t will belong to you" grs
 But Jack had been looking at a name on the bottom of the box. "Ah, here's the name of the jeweler who sold Ii" be exclaimed. See, 1t comes from a firm in Buffalo, N. '. Why, If I can't find the owner any other way I can write to the firm, describe the watch. give the number of 1t, ask If they know the person who purchased 1t, and if they can get in touch with him. If so, I'll send the watch to them.''
 Rather a risky business that would be-" said Fred. 'T say, why bother about writing to the jeweler? Ten to one some stranger to the firm bought 1t. Merchants don't know one person in ten thousand that patroni5e them. If the advertisement you insert in the paper Is not answered by the owner who must. of course. prove the property why, then. the watch belongs to you. And as 1 was party to the finding of 1t, should come In for my share of 1t say the fob. l have very good
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13

looking gentleman that we could not have failed to see him sometime or other. He Is a stranger here. sure. And either he Is visiting someone in town or is on business. But Tn under take to find him, all right"
 Then Jack arose and said they'd bet ter hurry homewards, as their parents would be looking for them. q say. Jack" snid Fred. as they stood on tho corner waiting for street car, If you should find the gentleman. and he should give you a reward, wouldn't l come In for a part of itT'
 There would be no reward, for couldn't think of taking anything for be- ing honest. If I advertise. why I'll allow the owner of the watch to repay pe for my little outlay. Otherwise 1t will cost him nothing to recover his property"
 So spoke Jack. his voice full of indigns- ton at Fred's suggestions. Never before had Fred's honesty been tried in Jacks presence, and to find him inclined to keep property belonging to another was shocking to Jack and his manner cooled perceptibly toward his companion. Freds face flushed and he became confused He
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13
6he Snow Drift.

HE earth covered with snow one day,
 When three little children went out to play. They climbed to the top of drift of snow,
 When all of sudden, the crust fell through, And down they went with dreadful crash,
 To have climbed that drift was very rash! But one of the three-llis name was Ned Turned to the others and calmly said Well, kids, we came down easy enough, But going up will be rather tough, For climbing is slower than falling, you know,
 If it happens to be soft drift of snow'
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13

watch, you know. and I've been want ing a nice fob for a long time.
 Jack closed the watch case and pluced 1t back Into the leather case. shutting and clasping It.. Then he turned stern face on Fred. Say. Fred. I'm sur prised st you. Would you think of keep ing this jewel if there Is any way we can get at the owner of 1t? Why. that would be one form of-of-I hate to say 1t, Fred. but that would be nothing short of theft. No. we'll find the own CT somehow. If l have to go to all the hotels in town and ask If gentleman wearing a long black Oyercoat and brown derby hat and having an Iron gray beard Is stopping there. Oh, there'll be some way to locate him. for the town is so small-only four hotels. you know. And he doesn't live here, I'm sure. for he is such a distinguished
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13

kodak. and lastly a square jewel box covered with red velvet. When the spring of the box was touched the lid flew open. and there before the boys eyes lay 8 magnificent gold watch and fob. On ex- animation the boys saw the initials "J. P" engraved on both watch case and fob charm. Why. isn't it coincidence that these initial letters should be the same as my ownT' asked Jack. his eyes sparkling with admiration for the lovely timepiece "My-oh. It's a beauty. isn't it?"
 Fred looked longingly at the watch {: then said: Do you know, Jack. that 1t may fall inrv yorr hands yet. It may
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13

Then out of their prison of cold snow walls, Which Ned declared was full of
 pitfalls, They slowly, laboriously dug themselves free, And 1 feel quite sure you will be- lieve me When l tell you that not again that day Did those three little children go out to play In the snow so cold, but home did run, Where in their playroom they had such great fun.
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13
BEHEADINGS.

i. Behead to be highly pleased over anything and leave a boy
 g. Behead to nee and leave that which comes each morning.
 g. Behead that which Is . menace to safety and leave wrath
 4. Behead that which we pay for any thing and leave q grain used for mans cOnsumption.
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13
CURTAH,VNGs.

1. Curtan a shelter formed of cloth and leave a number 2. Curtaii 6 delicate tint and leave a toilet necessity. 3. Doubiy curtail a medicine prescribed for weak persons and leave a weight. 4. Doubly curtail q large. strong rope used on ships and leave 6 two-wheeled ve- htcle
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13
PICTURE PUZZLE.

If the words pictured above are rightly guessed, and written one below another, their initial letters will spell the name of . beautiful group of islands fin the Pacific Ocean.
 ANSWERS TO LAST WEEKS PUZZLES.
 LETTER ESIGHA-P1rpIe.
 ZIGZAG PUZZLE - Rooster. Cross- ,cords: l. Rich. 2. Fool B. Stop. {. Loss. 5. Hsts. G.. Meat, '. Rake.
 BEBE4DINGS II. Contcnt-teaf. 2. kerch-arch B. BolIad-Idd
 CURTAILINGS-1. Warw-rdr. 2 Gov aer-corn 8. Mother4mofh.
 PRIMAL 4CROSTIC-C0rdy. Pictured cords: l. Children. 2. 4HtnsdL 8. Nafpre 4. Ddykey. 5. Yacht.
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13
ZIGZAG PUZZLE.

This ,igzag contains seven words of four letters each. If the words are right Iy guessed and written one below another their zigzag letters, beginning with the upper left hand letter and ending with the lower left hand letter. will spell the name of an English lexicographer and author The cross-words are: 1. One of the twelve months. 2. A number. g. A mans christian name. (. Part of the leg be- low the knee. 5. A visible watery va- DOT in the atmosphere. 6. Denoting deep affection [. A part of speech.
Arizona republican., 1910-02-13
|e eOWPuzZle Corner $
LETTER ENIGMA.

My first is in foot. but not in hand: My second is in master. but not in band; My third is in breeze. but not in blow: My fourth is the same as my third. you
 know. My fifth Is In gone. but not in cold: My sixth Is In Iron. but not in gold: My seventh Is in grain. but not in rye: My eighth is in pig. by not in sty.
 My whole denotes cold
 Very cold. you will see
 If the above you can read
 So as to solve me.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1910-04-14
CLUB ENDS BURGLARS LIFE
AFTER DESPERATE STRUGGLE

Philadelphia, April lo.-Jamos Gal
laghcr, a notorious burglar with a
long prison record, was killed with
a club this morning, after Il dcsper-
ate struggle by h"useholdor whose
home he had attempted 10 enter.
Samuel Xeanqueulan OF 1881 North
23rd street was awakened shortly
after midnight by HIS wife. who said
man was trying to eet into - neigh
boring house. Looking out Xean-
quenan saw the man in yard sew
eral doors away. Hastily dressing he
went to his cellar and picked up d
long heavy club used as lever in u
wine press, by this time the in
In the other house had appeared at
Zeanquenian's cellar window, Rum
ming into his back yard Xeanquenian
sprang Mt the stranger and "A desper-
ate struggle ensued, The burglar
managed Ia secure possession OF the
club but before he could use il Ican-
uuenlan closed In on him and recover
cd the weapon.
The burglar then ran to the street, fol-
lowed by Zeanquenian, who struck Gal
laghcr with such force that he VAS
the lamp The burglar managed to crawl
on his hands and knees about a block
from the scene Of the encounter. There
he was found lying unconscious with Il
fractured skull and removed to "A hospital
lie died shortly afterward
Central office detectives Identified the
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1910-04-14
MAN BIRD FALLS rs FEET
AND LANDS ON AUTOMOBILE
Canopy Top Saved Lives of Three Women and
Two Children While Aviator Escapes with
Bruises and Cut on Chin

Memphis. Tenn April l0-Loslng
control of a Curtiss bipiane which he
was operating at height ofP15 feet
j. G. Mars plunged downward with
terrific speed into the infeld Of the
aviation course here to-day alighting
on top of seven passenger touring
car in which were seated three women
and two children.
The canopy top over the touring car
saved tho lives Of It's occupants, only
one OF whom was slightly injured. The
hiplane smashed into hits and Mars
was caught under the wreckage but
escaped VIII, 40 injury worse than a
severely bruised and wrenched knee
and slight cut on his chin.
In the automobile were Mrs, Edward
Ritter, Miss Edna Ritter. Louis Ritter
and Mrs. Wilmer Smith and child. Mrs.
Ritter was the only one injured re-
ceiving n slight cut in the shoulder.
Mr.. Ritter was standing at the side
OF the car. having Just finished fastcn-
ting up the canopy when he was
Knocked down by one of the planes OF
the machine.
The accident brought to a thrilling close
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1910-04-14
VERMONT NOTES

he leveled to make them suta bile for cir
Gus purposes, baseball diamond and
tennis courts will he laid out a driveway
will he constructed around the grounds
and several changes will be made in the
buildings.
The Rutland merchants whose clerks
are caught washing store windows after
seven o'clock will hereafter he liable to
arrest f. r. Patch. commissioner OF
public safety, has issued the early win
dow washing order and 1t has been me.
by hostile attitude on the part of the
tradesmcn. who claim that their clerks
Will have TO get busy al i've o'clock in
the morning 10 carry ont its provisions
An automobile party from Lebanon. y.
IL had q had accident on the road be-
tween " hte River Junction and Hart
ford Wednesday April 6. Tho machine
ran into ledge and turned turtle. Mrs
u O. Eaton vile OF the owner sustained
Il broken collarbouc and Mrs. j 5. Mason
and Mrs g +. IIibbard. who were IN the
tonueau. were severely bruised rbout the
chest aud face. Mr. Eaton and son were
in the front seat and escaped injury
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1910-04-14
HIGH PRESSURE DAYS.

Men and women alike have to work
necessarily with brain and hand to hold
their own nowadays Never We're the de-
mands OF business. The wants of the fam
ily. the requirements Of society, more
numerous. The first effect OF the praise
worthy effort to keep up with all these
things is commonly seen IN \ weakened
or debiliiated condition Of the nervous sys-
TEN which results in dyspepsia, defective
nutrition Of both body and brain. and in
extreme cases In complete nervous pros
tratton II Is clearly seen that what Is
needed Ia what viii sustain the system.
give v'sor ana tone TO the nerves, and
keep the digestive and assimilative func-
lions healthy and active. From persona;
knowledge we can recommend Hood 4
Sarsaparilla for this purpose Ii acts on
all the vital organs. builds mp the whole
system. and fits men and women for
these high pressure days.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1910-04-14
GOVERNOR TO PRESIDE
President Bucichnm VIII II" Principal
speaker nj NOrriIi Centennial.

Montpelier. April 10 The official pro-
gram for the celebration of the centennial
of the birthday Of Senator Justin s
Morrill,. to he held at two o'clock Thurs
day afternoon April IA I'm Beuhany Church
in this city, was given out to-day Music
will be furnished by the Montpelier
Military band orchestra and the choir of
the church Of the Messiah Governor
q. II. Prouty will preside. The program
follows:
Muse, orchestra: Invocation. tho Rev
Or. j. Edward Wright; scripture reading.
the Rev. s +. Bloomfield. opening re-
marks, Gov. G. II. Prouty: address, Presi-
dent Matthew r. Buckham, remarks by
Senator W p Dillingham;, Collector G.
S, Emery and Col. W " Hatch of
STAFFORD.
Vocal and instrumental music will be
interspersed and in his opening remark s
Governor Prouty Will read ,etterS from
the Hon. George +, Edmuuds and several
other who We're colleagues Of Senator
Morrill, in the United States Senate
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1910-04-14
4l.W3 Ct

Memphss first aviation meet. Thous-
amos Of people followed the aviator In
bis flight across the mile course, saw
his machine caught in sudden gust of
wind, spin around like a top to an angle
right of the line OF his original course and
then plunge downward
Terrified screams from women We're
heard on all sides as the biplane landed
saunreiy on the automobile.
The occupants Of the car huddled ON
the floor of the tonneau az the hiplane
struck and engine hood Of The automobile
and then toppcd over on the canopy top,
Mars had shut off his enSine when the
acroplanc started downward,
In few moments scores OF spectators
were dragging the wreckage from the
automobile,
Mars's first public flight was made at
the Memphis meet and Yesterday he
carried off the honors by his high flights,
skill and daring He also succeeded in
equallnx Curtiss's quick start record OF
b t-J seconds.
only short fighs were attempted to-
day by Curtiss and Mars prior to IA" ac-
cident owing 10 weather conditions