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Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
A Thrifty Pensioner.

William A. Munson, notary public
and pension agent, of Providence. r. l..
drew 10 pensions regularly for years.
The government paid him about $780,
900. Munson usually kept the pension
certificates Of his clients in the Office,
and executed quarterly vouchers for
the pensioners. One by one the pen
sioners died. Munson continued to ex-
ecute the vouchers. forging the name
Of the pensioner, and usually that of
the identifying witnesses. He kept up
the practice until checks for 16 dead
pensioners were regularly coming to
him, besides checks for three pension
ers who had remarked and ceased to
be entitled to them. Among the ben
e%ficiaries was Munson's aunt. She
drew her pension until 1879. He also
continued to draw for five Years the
pension of his sister after she had
died In her W house in 1892
Worlds Work.
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
So She Will Be Hungry Enough to
Make Out Good Menus for
the Coming Week.

The methodical family needed a
housekeeper. One of the first ques-
lions put to her was: Are you will
ing to do without luncheon on Mon
days?"
The elimination of her MONDAY
meal being a form of abstinence that
she had never ~practiced, the house
keeper replied that she would have
to think about 1t. why can't l eat
them" she added.
Because If you do you will not
get hungry enough to make out
menus for the coming week." said
the employer. 1T Is a rule in this
house to write the family bill Of fare
on Monday for the coming week. To
study out really appetizing meals
for seven days ahead a person must
be ravenously hungry. The ordinary
interval between meals is not long
enough to develop a Gargantuan ap,
petite, 80 on Monday we prefer our
housekeeper to skip a meal. The
hungrier she gets the more active her
Imagination becomes and along in
the middle Of the afternoon she can
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10

seemingly on the verge OF an uulaw~
full transaction to entrap him.
When he was brought to my Office
he was wise enough to realize that
the chances for his escape we're very
small. When questioned he confessed
everything and promised to plead
guilty.
When his case came up In the
United States court ex-Judge Stuart
was his counsel. He was a criminal
lawyer of considerable ability, about
seventy-1ve a of age. He had
been practising law in New York city
for many years and was the trusted
friend and adviser Of many OF the
most notorious criminals Of that day.
Tall, raw-boned, solemn faced and
deeply sentimental, he could shed roc
odile tears copiously while making a
plea for his client. l have often been
filed with wcnderment at h enect
produced upon the minds OF jurors
by this great actor. His tragic voice,
his long gray locks and fearful eyes,
had an astonishing effect and FIRE
quently brought tears even to the
eyes of the judge and the stony
hearted lawyers engaged in the prose
cution, who were sometimes seen to
turn their heads during the dramatic
scenes enacted by the old hypocrite
while engaged in defending his client.
Tho evidence introduced in the
Russian engraver's case was so strong
and overwhelming b a anything Ike
a successful defense upon legal
grounds appeared quite impossible.
Stuart had been at my office and made
an effort to secure the Russians re-
lease on his promise to assist IN cap
turing other cou~nterfeiters. But ]
turned the proposition down and his
counsel had said that his client would
plead guilty and throw himself upon
the mercy Of the court. When the
case was brought to trial Judge
Stuart informed me that his client
had changed his mind and had con
cluded to stand trial. He said the
Russian had disregarded his advice
and he did not think there was any
chance of saving him.
When the case was called and the
jury was organized, I saw they were
a choice selection Of philanthropists
The testimony produced on the trial
was more than sufficient to convict;
there did not seem to be even 8
shadow Of a chance for the prisoners
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
SOLDIERS KEPT IN TRAINING
High Standard Of Efficiency Cannot
Be Maintained In Army Unless
Drilled Constantly.

There Is glamour and romance
about war that appeals to the heart
of every young nan worthy Of b
name in this country. This is as it
should be We are n nation Of sol
ciers and sailors 1t Is true, but many
q b~lood-soaked field can bear witness
that we are soldiers. When we have
the right man to lead is. A weapon,
however, that is left too long in its
scabbard is apt to rust therein. This
was the state in which we found our
country's sword when the fiery cross
was sent out in 1861. We had not
been at war for many years before
this and even many of our generals
had forgotten all about the art, says
a writer in the National Tribune.
Hence the terrible muddle and mis-
management witnessed In the war of
the rebellion.
Our poor fellows were sem on as
empty-handed as If going to a grand
promenade, or q soldiers picnic. In
deed, but for individual courage and
good luck the event would have end
ed in national disaster and disgrace
for us. / have no desire to dispel
the romance that surrounds as with
a halo the noble and necessary art
OF war: but I think every young fell
low should know that to be a real
soldier 1t is necessary for him to be
not only a fighting man and a brave
man in the field, but a perfect camp
man also; and he can lev learn to
be SO in barracks-but only on the
tented field In times of peace. In
the present generation our hideous
sacrifice of soldiers in the war of 81
and '65 cannot be understood by SEN
ators and representatives in congress-.
I'm time Of peace prepare for var"
What may happen again unless a high
| standard of administrative efficiency
is maintained? This cannot be at
tanned unless the necessary depart
ments are practiced in their duties
during times Of peace. There was
an old saying in the army: You old
fint-lock, what do you know about
war?" The young soldier of today
salutes US: You old ram-rod. what
do you know abou. war;" The boy
Is right.
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10

and the door was easily crowded open.
The printer was working away busily
and the G was seated at a
table with the counterfeit face plate
before him. The graver with which
he was tracing the lines was in his
hand.
When the detectives suddenly
bounced into the room the Russian
engraver came yer neal falling off
his chair in his establishment, but he
was an old hand at the business and
soon became cool and collected. He
could speak English f1uently and the
work that he was engaged in was
proof Of his ability as a fine engraver.
He had left his own country several
years before and had come to the
United States to engage In his pro-
fession. He had not been entirely
free from suspicion in his native
home. Suspicious circumstances are
dangerous over there and he was
compelled to flee to a country where
he was unknown and where the laws
are less severely administered. The
Staunton head plate engraved by him
tested the judgment of skilled experts
beyond any similar issue that had
been put out by the counterfeiters,
The plate was a masterpiece.
Old Peter Delinsky was well known
among the counterfeiters Is a plate
printer. When arst approached by
the Russian engraver he declined the
offer made and said he had nee been
in difficulty in a similar job and did
no care to risk his liberty the sec
ond time. This made the engraver
more anxious to secure his services.
AS a general thing it is difficult for
persons who have served terms in the
penitentiary to secure employment in
legitimate lines, hence they more
| readily engage In crooked work. Coun-
terfeiters are ingenious in laying
plans to prevent discovery. Every
conceivable ~artifice is resorted to by
| detectives to capture them and get
| possession of the counterfeit plates.
The engraver in this case was a clev-
| er man at his business. For this rea
son it was necessary to employ a plot
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10

the Attleboro association. brought the
acorn from Andersonville after q visit
there In recent years and the veter-
ans decided that, aided by mother
earth. 1t should furnish the memorial.
Nine years ago. November s. q lit
tie band Of ~ex-prisoners met In the
Kirk cemetery and held exercises In
connection with the planting OF the
acorn. These men agreed that -
long as they lived they would Assem-.
BILE on the first Sunday in November
each year and hold services about the
oak provided the seed should 1--we
The men have not failed to do.
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
NOTED TREE AT ATTLEBoRo
Planted From Acorn Picked Up on
Grounds Surrounding Prison at
Andorsonvllle.

In the historic Kirk cemetery in At.
tleboro is q little tree that keeps
green the memory of ex-prisoners OF
war. w-
The simplicity OF the memorial
makes 1t the more beautiful.
A southern baby oak, developing in.
to q sturdy body and spreading
branches. Is the tribute to the faith
full prisoners at Andersonvtlle and
Libby who. rather than accept the
unloyal terms Of parole, remained in
their places of confinement where dis
ease and death lurked.
An acorn dropped from a big tree
to the grounds at Andersonyille pris-
on. Mai. Everett 8. Horton, one OF
the e~x-prisoners and life president OF
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
FRENCH BEAN COFFEE,
A HEAlTHFW DRINK

The healthiest ever; you can grow
it in your own garden on a small
patch 10 by 10, producing so pounds or
more. Rfpens in Wisconsin 80 days.
Used in great quantities In France.
Germany and all over Europe. Send
Is cents in stamps and we will mail
you q package giving full culture d.
cata1og free, o. send 81 cents and get
in addition to above 10000 kernels
indispensable vegetable and flower
seeds-enough for bushels of vege-
tables and flowers. John A. Salzer
Seed Co., 1872 S. 9Th St, La Crosse, Wis.
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10

acquittal. There was no dispute
about the guilt of the prisoner. His
attorney did not introduce any wit
nesses and the government attorney
seemed to think he had everything
his own way.
When Judge Stuart's turn zane to
speak, he arose His face wore an ex-
preston of great solemnity as he
mildly said he had been retained to
say a few words in behalf Of the I'M
fortunate man on trial.
"The prisoner is a stranger in a
strange land. He canot understand
nor speak a word of English. He is
wholly u~nacquainted with the laws of
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
1t Wasn't a Fire

The principal of one Of the New
York East Side night schools was en-
rolling a ney pupil, who was logged
out in a suit Of clothes so new that
it hurt him. Just before the boy came
in the principal had heard the sound
OF fire engines in the street.
What Is your name?' the principal
asked the lad.
Tom Dugan," was the reply.
Where was the fire, Tommy"
asked the principal as he wrote down
the name. There was no reply; only
a scowl.
Il say, where was the dre?" repeat
ed the principal.
"Dbnt git gay wit me-" was the
somewhat astonishing answer. "Dere
wasn't no fire, see? l bought dis here
suit and I paid s~even-f1fty for it."
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
Cheerful Because He Will Have
"Real Funeral" When He Is
Buried.

"All is vanity, saith the preacher"
This sentiment certainly was con-
hrmed at the Kings county almshouse
the other day. Standing near the door
Of a large room where the inmates
congregate and have lively discussions
On almost every conceivable subject,
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
Too Wise for That.

Rogers, they say you've found a
rich vein of gold on your plantation in
the tropics. Are you developing it?"
Il should say not! Do vol suppose
1 want a gang Of splay footed miners
trampling down my young rubber
trees?"
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10

Do you think you'll be so much better
off in the next world?"
mo, it isn't that" vas his rejoip-
der. He moved a little closer to his
q%uestioner and said: "Tll show these
fellows" and with a sweep OF his
hand he Indicated all the inmates.
'Tll show these fellows who hav. -'ch
relatives calling on EN- here I haven.
got any relations, but i have got a
paid-up insurance policy. and when
I'm buried they'll see a real funeral
I'll show 'em. They'll think ] was
somebody once.'-New York Press
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
What the Old Man Was Proud OF

was an old map with a peculiar, hope
full expression on his face.
He was asked why he was 80 cheer
full. and he replied: II guess you'll
see my name on that board before
long" He pointed to the bulletin of
deaths. His reply upset the caller
for a moment, but soon another ques-
ton wal asked: well, why should
that make you particularly cheerful?
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
Easy Game,

What you need" said the kindly
friend, "is a change Of air. You should
leave the city a bit-forget cares and
worries. Travel! Breathe the pure
ozone Of the prairies. Go out to Mon
tana and shoot mountain goats!"
The Iistless one bristled.
Montana" he snorted. why, l
know a mountain goat in Newark!'-
New York Times.
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
Agrees to Fast on Mondays

compose some very attractive menus
Hasn't that been your experience,
too?"
The housekeeper confessed that it
had, so she agreed to fast on Mon
day.
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
At the Door.

yes. my mind Is made up. Tonight
l shall ask her to be my wife. B-b-y
Jove, I h-hope she's outi"-Woman's
Home Companion
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10

When the millennium comes there
will be schools to which janitOrs and
railway porters will be sen to learn
something about ventilation.
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
The Glamour of the Show.

TIC 1FdTTI0QT Ut ~ 0TTOW.
When Dustin Stax was a boy he
would work like a slave carrying water
to the elephant
Yves. And now he works just as
hard carrying diamond necklaces to
opera singers"
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
Take LAXATIVE BROMO Quintue TabletA
Druggists refund money II 10 fails 4. cure E.Ws
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
The Scorcher's Fate.

The Cannibal King-See here, what
was that dish you served up at lunch?
The Cook-Stewed cyclist, your ma
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
The Cannibal King-It tasted very

The Cook-Well, he was s%corching
when we caught him, your majesty
Sketch.
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
T NOT unfrequently hap

T NOT unfrequently hap
pens that the trials of
criminals develop unex-
pectedly scenes Of inter
est that would form nov
ell situations for the An
est dramatic and stage
effect.
Counterfeiters are q
most difficult class of
criminals to detect and
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10
Emnoraant to- Mothers

Examine carefully every bottle OF
CASTORIA, q safe and sure remedy for
infants and children, and see that it
Dakota farmers' leader. (Canton, S.D.) 1890-19??, 1911-02-10

Love making is one kind Of cold
weather picnic.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
DCNNELLON DOTS
Some Interesting Items About the Peo
pie of the Phosphate City
(hdvocate)

What a pity We can't sic the mo-
squito on the house fly and let them
scrap il out TO the bitter end
The <till Of The Romeo Turpentin-
Company at Romeo was destroyed by
fire Tuesday.
l. J. Clyatt. our real estate man. i
circulating a petition for Sunday
train from Ocala to Crystal River. AMI
l. meeting with a great deal OF success
J. Emory Rush of Ocala was at the
Dunnellon hotel Wednesday.
J. G. Spurlin Of Ocala was visitor
Wednesday.
Ed Clements. former resident OF
Dunnellon. but now Of Ocala. Sp-n;
Tuesday in the city visiting friends.
+ E:d i very popular here.
DR.. Baskin and Mr.. Gordon Watkins
left Wednesday for Tallahassee. where
they went TO work in the interest Of
Bullock county.
Mr. Avery G. Powell and family NOV
ed up last Saturday from Inverness
and are now occupying the Mcdonald
I cottage.
{. V. Miller. a prominent real estate
man from Ocala. was a business Wis
7 itor Monday.
The southern extension Of the Sea-
board is pushing toward Inverness
with rapid strides and within a few
weeks the line viii he completed 70
. that point.
Tom King. John Brown. John Nc
Kean. VIII Mexican and Leonard Wat
son, who We're charged with the kill
ing II Johnson in Gulf Hammock are
free of the charge. The United States
grand jury found 10 true bill. The
case waS taken by the United states
authorities because Johnson was a
witness aeche time OF this murder a.
10 certain timber trespas-e~ on gov
-rnment land. All Of the parties re-
turned Wednesday from Gainesville.
where federal court j. IN session. eN-
cepr John Brown. on hi release from
jail he was arrested on a warrant from
Texas where il j. alleged tina; he COM
r.-.ed homicide in 1883
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
dLCHR|ST CALLS / GRAFT


Tallahassee. MAY s-A special mes
sage from The governor 10 the IeEi>-
laturt Will create mild sensation
when read today The message relates
10 The pay Of Circui; court judges The
governor points 20 the fact that the
circuit judges OF this state receive
more pay than similar judges in other
Southern states. that ours have fewer
ra>e< - decide. in most instances. ana
less population "a cover. that the po-
>irion pays S2700 per annum. and an
allowance i also made for a clerk with
a salary Of $50 per annum. making
the Office cost the state $a.aOO in each
circuit.
The governor says that he mas writ
, ten to all Of the judges Of circuit courts
in Florida and ne finds that they have
not regularly employed clerks with
this money. one writes tnat his wife
acts "a clerk. another had given his
son the place. another his daughter. 30
that the money l. kept in the family
Another said that ne thought he could
use the money allowed for clerk hire
in any way he saw Mt. "a judges are
not paid enough. anyhow. The cover
nor states that the judge of the
Eighth circuit had not made answer
10 his letter
The judges are also allowed $50 per
annum for travelling expenses. which.
the governor adds. * something tina;
harder worked judges in other states
are not allowed. The governor SAYS
he knows whereof he speaks. because
he has secured his data from the gov
ernorS OF other Southern states
The governor further states tina; all
/ Of the judges have drawn the fun
amounts for clerk hire and travelling
! expenses. one judge writes the gov
ernOr that he bought typewriter AMI
! pays for miscellaneous typewritinS
i The judge of the sixth judicial circuit.
which embraces Hillsborough. PascO.
Manatee, Monroe, Lee. DeSoto and Polk
counties, has drawn $1,000 for clerical
aid. but has not answered the COVER
nor's letter 10 what this amount was
paid for.
/ The governor recommends the repeal
| Of the act allowing these extra com
! penSationS. and says: Il submit il j.
! clearly unconstitutional for any Judge
! TO receive compensation for services
I over and above that provided for by
the constitution"
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
HOW'S THIS?

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re
ward for any case of catarrh that can
not be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
F. J. Cheney * Co, Toledo, o.
We, the undersigned, have known F.
J. Cheney for the last fifteen years and
believe him perfectly honorable in all
business transactions. and financially
able 10 carry out any obligations made
by his firm.
Walding, Kinnan * Marvin.
Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, o.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken intern
ally. acting directly upon the blood and
Mucous surfaces of the system. Tes-
timonials sent free. Price, a. cents.
Sold by all druggists. Take Halls
Family Pills for constipation.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
DIAZ Is DEFIANT
Grim Old Mexican Dictator seems De-
termiurd to Fight to the Last

Mexico. May 7.-Erlievin@ that DiaZ
would acrcdr - the demand of
Madero. ,unu~.ud~ IF residents Of thu
capital were ,~,ounded to learn that
the armistice had passed without an
agreement having been reached. In the
declaration Of Madero that he would
resume hostilitie~ they read the an
swer of the president that he would
not WELD his high position.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
WARNING TO RAILROAD MEN

r. s. Bacon. II East street. Bath. Me-.
sends out this warning 20 railroaders:
A conductor on the railroad, my work
caused a chronic Inflammation Of the
kidneys. and l was miserable and all
played out \ friend advised Foley
Kidney Pills. and from the day I COM
menced taking them I began to regain
my strength. The weakness and dizzy
spells are things OF the past. and /
highly recommend Foley Kidney pills
Sold IN OcaIa by the Court Pharmacy
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
ARMISTICF HAS ENDED
Federals and insurrectOs Failed 10
Reach agreement and Fighting
Has been Resumed

FL PaSo. Texas. May THE armis-
tice covering the Chihuahua district
and all communication between the
Mexican government and the revolu-
tionists Nvere broken off Yesterday and
the insurrecto army under General
Francisco !. Madero, Jr.. i preparing
to pursue the revolution as vigorously
a ever. JuareZ viii he the first point
Of attack
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
SAVED MANY FROM DEATHT

y. l. Mock OF Mock. Ark. believes
he has saved many lives in his twenty
i've years Of experience IN the drug
business. What I always Ike % do.
ne writes. "is - recommend DR.. Kings
New Discovery for weak. sore lungs.
hard colds. hoar<ene-s. obstinate
coughs. asthma or other bronchial az
fection. for I feel sure that a number
of M neigh bors are alive and well to-
3ay because they took my advice -
use il. I honestly believe it !s the best
throat and lung medicine that's made. g"
Easy % prove he = right Get a trial
bottle free or regular 90 cent or dollar
no..le Guaranteed by Tydings & CO
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
UNHEALTHY FOR AMERICANS
Climate of Mexico has Suddenly BE
come VERY In~aIubrious for the
G.rin.Oes

Laredo. TEX. May 7-The through
train from MoNico City arrived in
Laredo a. 80 j.. m yesterday. The
cars We're crowded with passengers.
mostly Americans fleeing 70 the Unit
ed states for refuge a a result of CON
dition~ throughout the republic No
violence had been offered, the pa~sen--
err declared. hu; they considered il
best 10 leave Mexico.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
Foley Kidney Remedy Acted Quickly

NJ II Geor-e OF Ironia.e. -h.a-. was
bothered Win kidney trouble for many
years. Il was persuaded - ~ Foley
Kidney Remedy. and before taking !;
-aree day- I could feel-its beneficial ef-
feet. The pain left my back. my kid
ney action cleared UP, ari l an 50
much better I do not hesitate TO re-
commend Foley Kidney Remedy" Sold
Dy the Court Pharmacy.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
STARTS MUCH TROUBLE

If all people knew that neglec; os
constipation would result in severe in
digestion. yellow jaundice or v.rulen-
liver trouble. they would soon ;ake
DR.. Kings New Life Pills and end x
Its the only safe way Best for bill
iousness. headache. dyspepsia. chuIs
and debility. 25c. al Tyiings x COS.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1911-05-08
IF MARION COUNTY PEOPLE

Knew the merits Of Halls Texas Won
der, they would never suffer from kid
ney, bladder or rheumatic trouble y
dollar bottle iS siXty-dayS' treat
ment. and seldom fails to cure. Write
for local testimonials Dr. +. w. Hall,
2926 Olive street. ST. louis. Mo. Sold
by all drueg gists.