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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
A Curious Boat.

According to Chinese, Egsnds there lived in Canton POO years before Christ an artist named Linn Kao Poung, who won an immortal reputation owing to tine fact that he was able stoF fashion out of bean pod a boat, complete with rudder, sails, mast aud all other neceesafy appurtenances. Moreover, on the exterior of the boat were en- graved various maxtms by Confucius. For this masterpiece.s it tHs said, the Nmperor Tsi Fou paid him 1000 ,taels
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
Government Probe
 Of Graf Palace
Especial from United Press.l

Rome, July 17-Investigation of the charges of graft in connection with the construction of the flew palace of Justice has been started by a parlia- mentary committee. It is evident, however, that it is not the intention of the government to institute prose- cutions but to prevent "the wasting of so much money in the future
 The palace has cost $3,500, 900 more than originally estimated It has been shown that $20,000 had been paid to arbitrators by the constructing firm and the government Every time the King visited the palace $7O0 was ada ed to the bill, but 1t is not known why. Large sums were paid for ele- vators which don't work. The build- ing was piped for water but the sys- tenn proved a failure.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17

dinner Tor -.---o-1 ,-a.u .sso 1rleuos. Of course an allowance of wine, sat isfactory from bod. points of view, is made. The ,vauEs icf :thes Bank of Eng land would make fne. rshbing. They frequently contain fifty millions ster- ling. Several keys are.t necessary. to ,pen the lock to the whitewashed vaults, and each key is inrthe posses sion of a different person. The gold lies piled on trucks | to facilitate re- moval or is heaped fagainst the walls in sacks.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
MARLBOROUGH RAPID
 TRANSIT IN BAD WITH
 BOARD OF ALDERMEN.

Especial from United Press.)
 New York, July 17.-President Mitchell. of the board of Aldermen, announced, today, that if the Inter- borough Rapid Transit Company does not change it's subway attitude before tomorrow he will offer 8 resolution to the board of estimate turning all of the proposed new subways over to the Brooklyn Rapid Transit Company. The last offer of the Interborough, he said, was so disadvantageous to the city that he did not believe a single member of the board of estf- mate would vote for it. The subway matter will be considered in execu- tive session by the board of estimate, tomorrow
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
A Nananar.

sAnd what right have you to call yourself a manager ?' asked the etni- nent and irate actress after a stormy rehearsal.
 'I suppose" was tine deferential re- ply, '.ft is because have managed so long to escape with my ife."-wash- 1ngton Star.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
SHOE SHOP FIRED
 DURING ABSENCE OF
 OWNER IN TWISTED.

Especial from United Press
 Torrington, July 17.-Fire, believ- ed to have been of incendiary origin. did $500 damage to a shoe repairing shop occupied by Antonio Itala, to- day. He went to Winsted, yesterday, and had not returned up to noon, to- day, contrary to his custom
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
A Friendly Tin.

'T'm going to keep on climbing until reach the top of the ladder" said the candidate who had just been elected to petty office.
 'That's all right" rejoined the old politician, "but take my advice and keep an eye on the men at the bottom. They are the chaps who can upset the laddr.y- -Pittsburg Post.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
WALL STREET TO-DAY.
(speciaI from IJnited Press. !

N0PtcIdI IIUHI tILIteu FTesSJ
 New York, July 17.-(Opening.)- )- A fairly strong tone developed at the opening of the stock market, today, a majority of the leading issues rang ing above Saturdays close. At the end of 15 minutes stocks receded slightly and a sagging tendency de- velop0d.
 Il a. m-After the earlier reces- sions the market again became strong with, changes generally in the shape of small fractional gains.
 Government bonds unchanged; otn- .er bonds firm
 Noon.-Although trading was small in the late forenoon, the leading is- 1ues showed a firm tone and ranged slightly above Saturdays close.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
Cuardinu the Bank of Enclans

The Bank of England's s nightly guar0 is drawn from the guards stationed il the Tower of London. The custom O. providing a little garrison of guard
 for the Bank of England every night dates back to 17SO, the time of the Gordon riots. The troops are made very comfortable in the bank, and the officer in command is provided with a
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
GRAND MASTER MONROE IN OPENING ADDRESS
 TO COLORED KNIGHTS
Especial from United Press.)

New Haven, July 17-Grand Mas
 .er of Works Sir Knight J. B. Mon Eroe, of Bridgeport, delivered an ad- dress on the State of the Order '' today. at the opening session of the 25th annual convention of the Dis trict Grand Lodge, Colored Knights of Pythias of New England. Mayor Frank Rice of this city, delivered an address of welcome. The feature of tomorrow's program is a parade in
 which 400 uniformed knights are ex- Dected to participate.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
Rusfnass.

AHow shall I prove a1e sincerity of my devotion?" asked the young man who had been so long coming to the point that doubt had begun to ac- cumu1ate against him.
 "CaH the parson. in as witness" suggested the young lady, who meant business.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
ARMY OF POTOMAC
 IN ANNUAL REUNION
Especial from United Press. ]

Providence, R. l., July 17-Arrange- n1ents were concluded today, to re- ceive the 800 or 600 members of the Society of the Army of the Potomac in September, when they. come to this city for their annual reunion. George M. Shepley has been chosen chairman of the reception committee.
 President Taft will be invited here during the reunion and a special de- putation will wait upon him shortly to extend the invitation.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
CHAUFFEUR JAILED
 FOR JOYRIDING
 WITHOUT PERMIT.
(Snecial from Inited Press.

Especial from United Press.)
 New Haven, July 17.-Found guilty of '.joyriding' in his employers auto- sion, Chauffeur John Howarth, of this city, was sentenced to serve 60 days in jail in police court, today. Will liam Schaefer, the owner, saw Howarth riding around town with party of friends, yesterday, when the machine was supposed to be in a garage for repairs
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
FIRST IMPORTANT TENNIS
 MATCH FOR LONGWOOD CUP,
fspecia1 from United Pres.

Brookline, Mass, July 17-Clarton I. Gardner, formerly of the Pacific coast but now of New York, and Mel vile E. Long will meet at p. m. tc- day in what is expected to be the first important match of the 26th annual renewal of the competition for the Longwood challenge cup in tennis, on the Longwood crickeL course.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
Tha C;fd~d M@n

At the headquarters of the Orfnoc0 Spanish traditions located the land of Fl Dorado, the gilded man," posen4 tate whose country was so rich in gold dust that he had his body ano1nted with oil and sprinkled with gold every morning, so that he shone in the sun as though gilded-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
NEW AMBASSADOR
 TO REPLACE BARON
 ROSEN FROM RUSSIA
.1snaniaI fron, United prass !

Special from United Press.)
 St. Petersburg, July 17.-Russia will send new ambassador to the United States to succeed Baron Ros- en, who will not return to America. This was confirmed, today, by the foreign office. Former Minister to the Hague, Bakhmetieff, it is report ed, will be sent to Washington
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
A straiahtfovw.ed Answer,

~ SfFaI9hHoPWaSo NhsWoF.
 J. B. Lppincott once ventured to ask Ouida, the novelist, how she came to know so much about clubs, camp life, barracks, gambling houses and other places which are only visited by men. She placed her hands upon her knees and, looking straight at her questioner, said, "It is none of your business"
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
An Old Story.

"She tells me that there is platonic love. What does that mean, hubby"
 Means that we'll have to dig up for wedding present in about two months. .''-Louisville Courier-J Journal
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
Good sailina.

Jack Once more, Molly, will you marry me? Village Belle-For the thirteenth time this hour I tell you I will not. Jack-Well, thirteen knots an hour ain't bad sailin' for a little craft like you.-London Tit Bits.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
Fort and Fortress,

Wife-Is there any difference be- tween a fort and fortress? Husband Not much, except that a fortress must be harder to silence
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
"A LhfIa May Off.

Tommy-What does the paper mean by calling MT. Bugghaus an eight by ten business man? T.'s Father-I pre- sume it means he is not exactly square.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
Exhau.te the Stock.

Peck-1 tell you it takes lot of courage to propose. Heck-Yes, so much that many of you husbands nev- CT have any afterward. Boston Tran script
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
That Would Do.

eff you want to find out who is boss here start something
 "All right. I see your clock isn't going. ."-New York Press.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17

In politics what begins in fear usual. ly ends In foHy.-C Coleridge.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17

Washington-By removing Adenoids from his throat, Surgeons believe they have cured Samuel Sebato, aged 12 of criminal tendencies. Sammy wanted to be a blackhander.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17

Acknowledgements in this vicinity today, are troubled about their bees collecting the nectar of tobacco b1os- soms. The resulting honey is dark and nauseating and totally unfit for sale.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17

The easiest way to outwit a liar is to tell the truth.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17

Corrupted freemen are the worst of slaves--Garrick.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17

Leo J. Whaley, assistant clerk of the Probate court, who has come to be known as Judge by his many friends and we'll wishers, is enjoying a two weeks sojourn in the Berk- shires. Clerk Whaley started his respite today. The committee on ru- mors held but a short session in the City Hall this morning because of his absence.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
PERSONAL MENTION.

Miss Mamie Brown and Miss Mar guerite Davidson were Sunday guests at Woodland cottage, Myrtle Beach.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17

Farmer Want Ada CenE wose J
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1911-07-17
E.. H. DILLON & co.

that .s ,,,--.~c4t $. - fhliaoeiphiie Times
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
OBITUARY OF MISS ANNA PARSONS.

Erwin community was shocked on
Sunday morning May l4th to learn of
the sudden death of Miss Anna Par.
sons which occurred on the previous
evening at 11:30. Her mother and
sister, Mrs. Gruth, of Bryant, were
with her when death came. She had not
been in good health for sometime and
during the past winter she had quite
poor health. Her last sickness was
of short duration, being taken with a
touch of appendicitis on Monday
night when a consultation was held
with the De Smet hospital doctor.
A nurse was sent up at once to care
for her. She gained so rapidly that
her brother LETT for W~oonsocket the
evening before and upon her request
and the doctors sanction the nurse
was discharged of her services Satur-
day afternoon. She was up a greater
part OF Saturday and laughed to the
friends that came in to see her, and
talked of many of her future plans.
Miss Parsons was born in Livings.
ton county, Eli, Feb. is, 1870, and
moved with her parents to Erwin, S.
d., in the spring of 1883 and has been
a resident of our little city for the
past sixteen years She Joined the
Congregational church here ia its in-
fancy but of late her ideas and belief
has drifted to the Church of God.
During her life time she has made
many friends wherever she went.
She was ever jolly and very ambiti
Gus aud was always spoken of as a
very neat housekepeer and a excellent
cook aud the home is flied with all
kinds of fancy work as a remembrance
of her deft fingers. She was always
ready todoa kind act or make another
happy when opportunity came her way.
She leaves TO mourn her loss a mother,
father, two sisters and two brothers,
besides a host of friends. To them
is extended the deepest sympathy of
the entire community in this sad hour
of their beloved daughter and sister.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
MRS. r. j. ROSS

The many friends of the r. j. Ross
family were shocked Monday TO learn
of the death OF Mrs. Ross which
occurred at eleven a. m. on the 22nd
inst, at the family home in Mathews
township. Funeral services were
held at the home Wednesday, con-
Quoted Is RRevJJ E.. Booth, of this
city, and interment made in the De
Smet cemetery.
Celestia l.. Pratt was born March
%, 1893, in Pennsylvania, making her
seventy-three years and two months
Of age at the time of her death. In
1856 she was united in marriage to
w. NJ. Newell. Two daughters, Mrs.
Clara Manning, of this city, and Mrs.
L. Baker, of Mathews, and one son c..
E. Newell, of this city, we're born to
taat union and survive. the deceased.
In 1899 she was united in marriage
10 K. j. Ross.
Besides the relatives already men
toned the deceased leaves a brother,
w. Z. Pratt. of this city, and a sister
living 10 Pennsylvania, aud several
grandchildren.
Early in life she became a Chris
tian and united with the Methodist
church. After her marriage to MIR.
Ross she united with the Congrega-
tional society at Drakola of which she
was a valued and helpful member.
She lived the life taught by the Good
Book. She was a faithful wife, a
loving mother, and a kind neighbor.
Every acquaintance had a good word
for her.
Her death will be deeply mourned
by everyone in the community in
which she has lived SO many years,
where she has been active in religious
and social circles. To the bereaved
is extended the heartfelt sympathy
of the community.
TO the sorrowing husband, our old
friend who is thus compelled to pass
the last milestones to brighten the days
of lfe's journegalone, this writer ex-
tends deepest sympathy and the hope
that memories Of the years Of pleasant
the companionship now cut off may
help TO come and make his grief less
poignant.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26

Memorial services will be held at
the opera house Sunday at 1915 a. IN.
Z. Graves and family moved into
the Peter O'Hara house on Third
street.
Mr.. and Mrs. III. O. Fritzle de-
parted today for a visit among rela-
tives in Iowa.
Miss Mary Dyar returned Wednes-
day from a visit to relatives at St.
Charles, MINI.
Rev. Fred Rawlinson attended a
Methodist ministerial conference at
Halle this week.
Robert Moody, of Rochester,
Mimi, is a guest of his brother,
George in this city.
p. Z. Belden returned last week
from a visit of several weeks among
relatives in Wisconsin.
DIR. and Mrs. B. A. Dyar will de-
part today for st. Charles, Mimi, for
q VlSlt among relatives.
The Ladies Aid of the Evangelical
church will meet next Wednesday
with Mrs. f. n. Morgan.
Mrs. Arson Wright will entertain
the ladies of the Congregational Aid
at the church parlors next Wednes.
day afternoon.
-E. E. Belzer and wife were called
to La Porte, Iowa, last week by the
death of A. b Hunt, a brother in-law
of Mr.. Belzer. They returned Mon
day
The death of Mrs. j. r. Wills, of
Hansboro, N. d., is reported in this
city, but we have heard no particulars.
The Wills family, until a few years
ago, were residents of Erwin vicinity
Elsewhere in this issue will be
found a notice by the board of trustees
of De Smet township asking for seal
ed bids for the construction of a new
town hall. The material to be used
is cement blocks.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26

ever used. I have suffered consider
ably from kidney trouble. There
were pains in my back and head and
] also had dizzy spells. Doan's
Kidney Pills which | procured at
Mallery & Whites Drug Store, cor
rected these difficulties and proved
effective in every way. All kidney
sufferers will do we'll to give this
remedy a fair trial"
For Sale by all Dealers, Price so
cents. Foster ilburn Co., Buffalo,
New York, Sole Agents for the United
States.
Remember the name-DOAN'S-
and take no other
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
NOTICE OF sCHooL ELECTION

A petition having been presented to the
school board of Esmond school District No.
IL OF Kingsbury Co, s, D., by the voters OF
Sub. district No. soi District No. II, asking
that the question OF removing the school
house in Sub-district No. 3 one-half mile
west and one mile south OF it's present loca-
ton, the new site TO be an acre outside Of
road lines on the n w corner of Section 81,
township 100. Range %, beloning to Milton
Deitz, be submitted to the voters OF district
No. II at the next annual chool election TO
he held at the the town hall in Esmond on
the Goth Of June, 1911.
Notice is hereby given that the question
win be voted at the annual election. Also
that a clerk for a term OF three years will be
elected for District No.12.
Polls to be opened from 2 O'Clock to 6 p
m.
BY order of the board.
James Garland. Chairman.
Rollo Clendening. Clerk
X. Fingerson. Treasurer.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
NOTICE FOR SEALED BIDS.

The board of supervisors of the civil
township, of De Smet, hereby ~solicits bids
for the construction of a e Town Hall
to be built of cement blocks on the site
now occupied by said township for cleo
ton purposes, Building to be 20x32 feet,
and built according TO plans and specifica-
tions now on file in the town clerks office
of said township, copy of which may be
seen at Bank of De Smet. Bids TO be seal
ed, addressed to the Town Board of De
Smet, and will be received up to ? O'Clock
p, M. on June %, 1911, at which time
said board will meet to open and pass up
on all bids received, r~eserving the right
TO reject any or all bids. Each bid is to
be accompanied by a certified check for
s25 as evidence of good faith which will
be held only as security.
Dated May 20, 1911.
By order of the Town Board.
Peter Nelson, Chairman.
Ed. English, Tow Clerk.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
ERWIN.

DR.. and Mrs. Stockdale went to
Ashton this state by auto Tuesday
returning Wednesday.
Mr.. aud Mrs. f. NJ. Robinson were
over from De Smet Wednesday.
Fl. A. Thayer and III. Haigh were
fishing at Lake Henry Tuesday.
Ed Coulson. w. II. Schenck, E. NJ.
Lampher, will Blackwell and Uncle
Joe Barker took in the ball game at
Bryant Tuesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Zela Steele and
children visited friends at this place
from Tuesday until Wednesday.
They expect TO make their home at
Madison, this state, in the future.
airs. A. j.. Hilton arrived from
Portland, Oregon last Friday to at
tend the funeral Of her sister Miss
Anna Parsons.
Mr Earl and daughter Louis and
Rose and Malinda Wolkow were over
70 De Smet Saturday afternoon
DIR. Winkbr and Miss Mary aud
Minnie Catobivs, of Bryant, were
guests at the G. 7. Snyder home last
Friday evening, Miss Minnie remain
ed until Sunday.
Archie Parsons returned 10 his
home ID Woonsocket Monday.
The dance Friday evening was well
attended and a pleasant time spent.
A delightful supper was served at the
Hankin House.
Martin Johanneson played ball
with the Bryant team Tuesday against
the Willow Lakes nine which resulted
in a victory for Willow Lakes, but by
no means the fault of Martin we
assure you.
A company Of our young people
camped at Lake Poinsett from Satur
day until Tuesdayto enjoy the fishing
Mr.. Ed Coulsonthis week purchased
a new Ford touring a Of w. III.
Schenck.
Little Lucele Bark entertained a
company of her little friends lust
Thursday, II being her fifth birthday.
Mrs. Bark served a fine supper for
the Youngsters out on the porch to
which they all did justice and, oh,
such a good time.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
Violin soio--seIected

Violin Soio--SeIected
'.If you would Seek His Monument, Look
A~roundr-Laura NJ. Perry
swasteful Competition"-Ada B. Jacobs
Bach and His Music'-Grace Is. Moody
Instrumental Trio-Selected
THE Secret of True Greatness"-Beatrice
NJ. Barkalow
II Pay7"-Margaret NJ. Kildee
Vocal-Seiected
Presentation OF Dip~lomas-Supt. A., Ii. Rich
Benediction-Rev. r. Rawlinson
B-accalaureate Address by Rev.F Rawiin-
son, Sunday Evening, May Is, Opera
House.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
AMr

A young man or woman who can de-
vote all or part of his or her time driving
through the country and taking orders
for an article of value to every farmer.
No investment required, Position per-
manent with an assured good ncome.
Applicants will please give the names of
three responsible business men for ref
erences as to ability and character and
at the same time state whether you can
devote all or part of our time TO the work
and what territory you can cover.
p. o. Box 907, Des Moines, la.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES

The commencement exercises of
the De Smet high school will be held
al the opera house Friday evening,
June End, at 5 o'clock. Following is
the program:
Invocation-Rcv J. Is. Booth
Instrumental Duet-Misses Sasse and Hale
ssThe Advantages Of an Education"-
Celia L. Penney
eThe Triumph d the Northumberland
A. Heating
yocal-Selected
cont q school Life Into Lies schoor'-
Dora "A. Warner
~.6hatespare's womepr-MyrtieL Il. sheafer
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
ONLY ONE "BEST."
De Smet People Give Credit where
Credit Is Due.


People of De Smet who suffer with
sick kidneys and bad backs want q
kidney remedy that a be depended
upon. The best is Doan's Kidney
Pills, a medicine for the kidneysonly,
made from pure roots and herbs, and
the only one that is backed by cures
in De Smet. Here's De Smet testi-
mony:
Mrs.NC. H. Booth, w. First ST.,
De Smet, s. Oak, says: .Of and on
for three years 1 have taken Deans
Kidney Pills and must say that they
are thc best kidney medicine / have
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
GIVE / ACTION

Mallery & White reports that A
SINGLE DOSE of simple buckthorn
bark, glycerine ETC., as compounded in
Adler-i-ka, the new German Appendi
citis remedy, relieves any stomach or
bowel trouble, Many De Smet peo-
pie are being helped.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26
EXCURSION RATES. PACIFIC COAST,

Account meetings American Medic
al Assn, Los Angeles; international
Sunday School Assn, and National
Education Assn, San Francisco, etc.
Summer Tourist fares in effect daily
to she Pacific Coast from June ! to
September 30. Liberal stop-overs
and rstuin limits. Full particulars
from Ticket Agents, The North
Western Line. ee-2t
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26

of the Thompson lumber yard here.
The work of invoicing commenced
Tuesday and when this is completed
the transfer will be made. MIR. La
Craft has been engaged in the lumber
business in Clark for the past sixteen
years and has a thorough knowledge
OF the business.
Kingsbury County independent. (DeSmet, Kingsbury County, S.D.) 1894-1929, 1911-05-26

Dunn your water with a gasolene en-
L uhlP CINE. We ave the simplest and
most powerful gasolene engine for pump
ing and other light work that is manufac-
tured. Cheap to operate. Always ready
to perform it's work. We would like to
show you this machine in operation. Call
at my shop and see it work. It's the best
thing out. Fred Colwell, De Smet.