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Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13
Hansbrough's Thrilling Story.

"The Second Amendment which has
been written by ex-senator Hansbrough
of North Dakota, will be a literary sensa-
ton. It is a thrilling love story, full of
romance and adventure, and the plot is
closely interviewer with political condi-
tions about the National capitol. The
Evening Times will III this story
exclusively, as a serial, beginning about
April Is. Everybody in North Dakota
will want to read it, and as a special in
ducement we will send the Evening
Times until September 1, 1911, to any
address, for $l.o0. Subscribers in ar
rears may pay to date, and take advant-
age of this offer. Address the Evening
Times, Grand Forks, N. D.
A full line of township blanks always
on hand at the DEMOCRAT office.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13
Do Expositions Pay?

Just now two interesting cities, San
Francisco and New Orleans, are COM
peting for the honor of holding a
great exposition to celebrate the COM
pletion of the Panama canal. Some
body has come into print with the old
and shopworn statement that eXposi-
lions don't pay. That depends upon
the point of view. To some persons
balance on the profit side of the dol
lars and cents ledger. Some persons
measure all men and all movements
by the dollars and cents footrule.
Does it pay to paint a picture that
gives delight to thousands and is
handed down as a precious heirloom
to humanity, though the artist gets but
a pittance for it? Yes; it pays both
the artist and the people. The artist
himself is rewarded by the conscious
ness of having created a work of art.
Does it pay to write a great poem
SUES INV LIN NoAhhlO
of the race, though the poet receives
little or nothing for his work? Yes;
it pays the poet, and it pays the peo-
pie. The satisfaction of doing some
thing worth while in this world is re-
ward more durable than dollars and
cents, though cash rewards come in
handy. Milton sold paradise Lost
for a few pounds. Poe sold 1.-THE
Raven for a few dollars. These
works have enriched the literature OF
the world. They have paid big.
An exposition is essentially a work
Of art, but it is more than that; it is
a great educational institution. 1t af
fords to millions Of persons an oppor
tunity to see and study many Of the
famous art creations, the splendid in
ventions, the magnificent mechanisms
of industry and commerce. A grea
exposition is a great university for thu
people. Unfortunately there is a gang
of grafters that follow expositions a
a "business," but no man Of homo,
who ever had any connection with
worlds fair can bring himself arount
to the belief that his part in the worl
did not pay him, leaving aside the casl
results.
Expositions are not organized TO
money making. They are created frs
as a matter Of local pride and beyon'
that for the benefit of the people VIII
visit them. And in this respect ex
positions do pay.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13
RECIPROCITY AND WHEAT

Last week our contemporary, the Re-
publican, contained quite a lengthy
editorial criticising this papers attitude
favoring the proposed reciprocity treaty
between the United States and Canada,
a trade releation between the two coun-
tries to which much space has been given
in these columns the past two months.
In explanation to the reader, and Incl
dentally for the information of our
contemporary, the DEMOCRAT will at the
start.off state that it is in favor of recip-
procal trade relations with Canada as a
general proposition and considers the
pending treaty as one of fairness to
both countries. We maintain that 1T
will prove to be for the welfare of the
country in general and of a value both
direct and indirect to the people of North
Dakota. One of the most persistent ar
guments of those opposing reciprocity
with Canada is that it would mean a
serious loss to the wheat raising interests
of the country; that the application of
the twenty-five cent duty caused the
present prices, and its retention is ne
cessary to keep them up. Such a mis-
take is perhaps natural, since it is in line
with the fallacy that has been preached
to the country for years by republican
spell binders. This twenty-five cent
duty 1t will be recalled has been iE force
now between ten and eleven years. Re-
move the tariff on wheat say those
opposed to the treaty, and you will lower
the price to the American farmer.
At the present time, and in fact for
several years past, the wheat raised in
the Canadian Northwest has gone into
the worlds market by way of the @. P.
R'y and the Great Lakes. Ii it had not
been for the tariff, much Of this grain
would probably have gone to the worlds
market by way OF the United States.
But figures 60 to show hat the prices in
Canada have risen Or fallen like those
on this side of the line, in unison with
the worlds market, the difference De
Tween prices In Winnipeg and Mime
ipolis having been about the same all
,ne year round. This difference has
been on the average about 9 cents. The
price of wheat IN Winnipeg therefore
being slightly higher than at points
here in Cavalier county.
In the absence of artificial conditions,
which at occasion create ditference-the
duty doesn't make a cent of difference.
If the existence of a duty doesn't increase
the price of wheat-and up to 1908 it
did not-the removal of the duty will
not reduce the price of our wheat. This
is a point we would impress upou our
readers as being both logical and within
tho bonn6c IF REASON
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

The progressive friends of Congress
man Helgeson are a little surprised that
he began his congressional career by
voting for Standpatter Mann for speaker
Of the house on the minority side when
two we'll known progresslves we're also
being voted for. However, he may have
considered he was voting IN the air, any
way, and it made little difference who
he complimented. Still, the impression
prevails that Mr. Helgesop, having been
elected as a progressive republican
should have started out with his own
crowd.-Fargo Courier News.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

The Fargo Bulletin, the Catholic paper
established by Bishop Stanley, has
been discontinued, and subscribers will
receive instead 1.-The Catholic Bulletin
issued at St. Paul and the official paper
of Archbishop Ireland. While the peo-
pie of the state of North Dakota will
regret the necessity of the disseminating
of the Fargo paper, they will receive a
benefit in that the St. Paul paper is a
weekly and its news items will cover the
entire district presided over by the
Archbishop. 1t has an experienced and
careful editorial management at its head
and will be productive of much that is
good to all the people.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

S. F. Mercer, we'll known by many
Langdon people and nursery
farmer and scotsman at Larimore, in
Saturdays Grand Forks Herald had a
letter dealing Interestingly on the sub
ject of seed grain and the needless scare
about reciprocity. AS a North Dakota
grain grower Mr. Mercer has had a
twenty year experience and what he has
to say comes directly from a practical
point of view. Below is a part of his
highly interesting letter.
About twenty-five years ago when
immigration started from Indiana, Ohio
and the other states IN the east the
farmers began to groan and lament
about the price of their land going down
because of the opening up Of the mil
lions of acres il the northwest. Lots of
Thorn became frightened, sold out cheap
Il started west. Did the land IN Ohio
go down? 1t increased more rapidly
than at any time. before. When self
binders first came out, six we're sent to
a small town in Indiana and they were
piled in heap and burned. They would
ruin the farm laborer. If Taft or Nc
Cumber could only start an agitation
about the Importance Of seed selection
maintaining soil fertility and crop rota-
ton, they would then go down into the
ages with immortal honor. North Da-
kota ought to raise enough grain to
cause the Canadians to build all rail-
roads directly headed for Hudson's Bay,
the shortest route to Liverpool and
they could beat US by getting there first
! with their wheat.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

Under the primary election law as
amended by the last legislature you have
got to register now stating to what
party you belong to. This registration
takes place thirty days before the cleo
ton and does away with the criss-cross-
ing and helping out the fellow on the
marieS.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

Here is a formula for treating seed
potatoes to prevent scab. Soak the
whole seed for two hours in a mixture of
on half, pint of formalin (formaldehyd)
aud fifteen gallons of cold water; dry the
seed, cut and plant in ground that has
not recently grown potatoes.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13
Methodist Episcopal Church.
D. Stratford Scaderg, Pastor.

D'It1dUIo1u DCdueHg, IdStUr.
Services Sunday will be of a special
nature. In the morning at HOO
o'clock the children of the Sunday
school will render an Easter service of
song entitled "The Triumphant Christ"
In the evening the pastor will preach
upon "Immortality."
Monday, April 18th a sacred lecture
will be delivered in the Methodist Epis-
copal church by Rev. D. Stratford
Scadeng, entitled "Crowns." All seats
will be free but a silver offering will
be taken at the close.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

There are only four cities in North
Dakota which have gained 1000 or more
of population during the past 10 years,
and they all lie in the north half of the
state. They are Minot, Williston, Grand
Forks and Devils Lake
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

Governor Foss of Massachusetts
found himself locked out of his Office
because he arrived too early in the
morning. Governors should observe
union hours.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

1t is claimed that reciprocity with
Canada would drive American farmers
across the border. But according to the
latest government statistics from Ottawa
there we're 100000 American farmers
made that move in the last ten months.
And yet there was no reciprocity.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

A spiritualist says that we shall soon
be able to telephone to the departed.
But with most Of the departed would
not the wires melt?
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

The price of barley, which this week
is IS cents, a price higher than it has
been in years past is one of the strange
things in grain quotations attracting
much attention this week. This
condition would appear to leave some
thing that needs some explaining by
those who stand opposed to the treaty
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

Don't think that piles can't be- cured
Thousands of obstinate cases have beer
cured by Doan's Ointment. so cents
at any drug store.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

There are no peers In the New Year
honors in England. The supply ut
present more than meets the demand.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1911-04-13

Supplementary Report of business done from January ], 1911, to close
business January Z 1911, at which time County Treasurer A. A. Seaey took office
1910 Taxes Written Receipts Nos. 14l to l57 Inclusive 80. $19 26
Back Taxes, 1909 1903 Taxes. $500. ....... 1859 A E
redemption hecelpts. 81 ol
Interest on State Land Receipts, Nos. 8542 to 1857 Inclusive. 1000 "a
Miscellaneous Receipts Nos. 3441 to $3.50 Inclusive .... ...... 1894 Is
Hay Receipt, Nc. 1856. Is 90
Principal Receipt On Land Payment Receipt No. 2O87 ....... 376 90
Total to be Accounted fol. .... .S9l964 ~
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Con- mencement Sermon.

The commencement sermon of
the Jefferson High School was
preached Sunday at II o'clock at
the First Baptist church by DR..
5. A. Hayden of Dallas. The
church was filed to its capacity
by many old friends of DR.. Hay
den and those who attended the
commencement; the service and
sermon splendidly carried out,
while the church was beautifully
decorated with evergreens and
flowers. Rev. Ray, Of Longview
offered prayer, also Rev. J.
Woodson. Announcements were
made by Rev. H. j. Hayes. The
sermon by DR.. Hayden was bril-
liant, pleased the hearers, and
reached the hearts as well. 1t
was very appropriate and with
many flowers of rhetoric. Rev.
7. s. Bomar pronounced the
demolition. The music under
the direction of Mrs. Nj. Vines,
with the assistance of the large
choir, some of the classes and
the graduating class, was a fea-
ture OF the occasion.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

The ladies of the Presbyterian
church had a very fine meeting
last Monday. Several impor-
tant items of business were dis
cussed. One item adopted was
to have monthly afternoon tea.
Another. was to arrange for
recital to be given by Miss
Kelly, teacher of expression at
Paramount Semin airy. Miss
Kelly is a charming, gifted young
woman and the ladies are looking
forward with great interest to
her coming, June 1st. At the
close Of the business session a
splendid lesson was heard. The
study book is Advance in the
Antilles" an INSTRUMENTATION
mission book. The Presbyterian
church was one Of the first to
give hospitals and mission
chools to Cuba and Porto Rico
A full attendance is desired next
Monday.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
RECITAL.

A piana recital OF unusual mer
it was given by Miss Jewel Wurt~
baugh, talented pupil of Mrs. NJ.
Vines, Tuesday evening, May 10,
at Assembly hall, assisted by
Mrs. j. q. Jackson, vocalist, and
male quartet. The program, not
too severely classical, presented
sufficient variety of style TO show
off to admirable advantage the ca
liabilities of this exceptionally
gifted young artist.
The Beethoven sonata, the IA
nous "Appassionata' showed to
a marked degree a thorough I'M
derstanding and broad concep-
ton. If the first and last ale
gro" were enjoyable for their
power and crisp rhythm, the
"Adagio" was no less so for the
lovely singing tone in which its
sombre beauty was revealed
The other numbers were equal
ly enjoyable, which was shown
by the frequent applause.
Special mention must be made
of Mrs. Jackson solo, "Angel's
Serenade," accompanied by Mrs
Jesse beware on violin, Mrs.
Vines, piana, which was beauti-
fully rendered, Mrs. Jackson
never being in finer voice.
The male quartet furnished a
most delightful number, receiv-
ing a vigorous applause.
The program was a decided
success in every way-but one,
and that was the absence Of Mr..
Curtis beware, the other pianaist
or soloist of the evening Owing
TO sickness he could not fill his
part on the program; but will
give his recital later. Miss Jewel
proved herself avery capable and
competent young artist. Her
technique is excellent and she
shows her ability to execute
clearly and artistically, not only
the numbers requiring heavy
technique, but also those which
demanded a light and elastic
touch.
The hall was well filed and the
audience showed it's appreciation
in much applause and great en-
thuSiasm.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
A Difficulty

A difficulty last Saturday night
in restaurant conducted by a
negro, Pete Barber, near II. & =.
depot, resulted in arrestof negro.
At heating Wednesday in Judge
Todd's' court it was shown that
Frank. Restella, young white
man was seriously hurt, being
cut by knife in left side near
heart, left arm broken near wrist
and head injured from blow by a
large stick which rendered him
Unconscious at time, and was still
in bed. The negro was cut on
face and arm. After the hearing
Barber was placed under 5000
bond for assault to attempt to
murder, while Restella was put
under 500 bond for assault to
murder.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Mr.. and Mrs. j. A. Senobusch

Mr.. and Mrs. }. A. Sengbusch
and Mr.. Jno. W. Treager, of Mil.
waukee, who have been visiting
their uncle and aunt, Mr.. and
Mrs. Russ Lathrop, for a week
or more left Friday morning for
Abilene to visit another uncle
and aunt, c. II. Lathrop. and Mrs
j. T. Lesson, whom they have
never met. Important business
compelled Mr.. and Mrs. Seng-
busch to curtail their Texas
visit to a much shorter period
than at first intended. Their
short stay in Jefferson was mnch
enjoyed by the trio and those
whom they met.
John T. Adams, OF Gadsden,
Ala, who attended the U. c. V.
reunion in Little Rock, is here
on a visit to his sister, Mrs.
Mary Dunlop, nephew JAS. A.
and niece Mrs. Bliss Stallcup.
Mr.. Adams was a pleasant caller
at the Jimplecute office and tells
a bit of interesting history in
stating that he was a citizen of
Jefferson for six months in 1866;
worked with the late VIM. Sloan,
the photographer, and also knew
Jas. Cousins, a sign painter ar
fist, who originated and painted
the large dragon sign which was
used in front Of their Office at
that time and for q number of
years. We wish Mr.. Adams a
pleasant stay in our city.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
RECITAL BY MISS KELLY
For the Ladies Aid Society of the
PRESBYTERIAN Church.

June 1st, Miss Kelly, teacher
Of expression at Fairmount
Seminary, Weatherford, Texas,
will read here for the benefit of
the Ladies Aid Society of the
Presbyterian ch urch. Miss
Kelly studied with Miss Noyes,
of Boston. To hear Miss Kelly
is a rare treat, which the Ladies
Aid Society trusts all Jefferson
friends will enjoy.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
GRADUATING EXERCISES.

The graduating exercises were
postponed from Friday night
10Th, TO Tuesday night 23rd, at
school auditorium.
The graduates are; William
Curtis DeWare, Mittie Mae Stall
cup, Hazel Jae Rose, Ira II.
Lathrop, Rae b. Meeks
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

The Jefferson Imperial Band,
composed mostly of young men
of the city, are progressing very
nicely with their music. Prof.
Church, of Marshall teaches them
twice a week and they are now
playing several pieces that would
do much credit to any new band.
The band is composed of about
twenty-five pieces and they ex.
pect to add more later. From
their progress Jefferson will
soon be proud of this band.
EXTRA 5 p T. c | A l. O98C
Buys Il 9xl2 Mating q
Rug while they last.
G.. T. HAGGARD'S
Furniture Store
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
RECI tai.

The pupils Of Mrs. V. Il. Bland
viii give a Recital at the School
Auditorium Friday evening, May
goth, at $50 o clock.
The public is cordially invited
to attend.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Come on Ice

and see our smart, "trappy"
models Of RALSTON SHOES.
They'll add much to the pleasure
OF your summer outings; a bit
more stylish and lot more com
Portable than other shoes.
p. Eldridge.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

The waterway hearing at
Shreveport was large and all who
took part gave good reports in
favor of the lock and dam. The
Shreveport Times gave Il full
report of the meeting.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Logging Teams Wanted.

3 or q teams. Good haul, good
price; log scales at skidway on
road. Feed at carload prices, at
Glen Lumber Co. camp 6 miles
Northwest Of Marshall, Texas.
GLEN LUMBER Co.,
Jefferson, Texas.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Wanted

All the tie-makers we can get.
Apply at Station Jefferson a.
Northwestern Ry., Lanier, Tex
as. II cents at the stump. Pay
once a month.
j. & n. w. Ry. Co.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Married

Mr.. j A Ezell and Miss Callie
Brown Of Vivian, La. were mar
ried at the Todd Cottage about
$3.50 o'clock Monday afternoon.
Judge l.. B. Todd performing
the ceremony.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

The measles are almost an ep-
idemic in the city among the
children, while there are few
cases of mumpS.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
FOR RENT.

The Whitfield residence has
recently been repaired, and is
now for rent. \ desirable ten.
ant cad get good contract.
ID. l.. Wright
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
First Methodist Church.

Services Sunday rs usual.
Sunday School at 9:45 a. III.
Come and worship with US.
II. j. HAYES.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
FIRST Baptist Church.

There will b. no services at
the First Baptist church Sunday,
on account of Sunday School In
stltute
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

Herman Max brought the Jimp
a sample OF oats grown in his
patch, that is fine, we'll headed
and six feet high.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Library Notice.

After this date the Library will
be open from 5 TO 6 O'Clock D IN.
Mrs. w. J Sedberry, Pres
Nav 10. II.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Solid Comfort

is an important consideration
when you buy your summer
shoes. SO is STYLE. You get
BOTH in generous measure il
you wear
RALSTON SHOES.
=. Eldridge.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
For Rent.

Nice Broom residence on Hen
1erson street. Apply at once to
Stutz Bros.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

About 1850 species of bees
are known, and there are about
900 species OF wasp.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

Get a floor buster and polisher
from G. II. Haggard. Only 81.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

3 rs doses 1865" will cure any
case of Chiils acl Fever. Price 25c go
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
Tie Makers Wanted,

At Ore City, twenty four miles
west Of Jefferson, and twelve
miles south west of Avinger.
Pay day every two weeks Woods
inspection. Address
CORIE GRIFFIS
Route No. | Cotfeeville, Texas.
m26.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

The brick work on the new
Hussey & Whelan building is
going up very rapidly.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

w. {. T. U.
The w. G. ~. u. will meet with
Mrs. J. Il. Vaughan Thursday,
May 23rd, at $3.50 o'clock.
Mothers Meeting.
Leader-Mrs. w. b. Preston.
Mrs. Hal Singleton,
Recording Secretary.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
w. II. NJ, s.

Since the return of the dele.
gates from Marlin there has been
a change Of officers as follows:
Mrs. Russell, lst Vice President
Mrs Woodson Bird
Mrs Sherrell 4th " "
The Society will meet at the
church on Monday May 22nd, at
$3.50 p m. Mrs. Jones will lead
the meeting.
Mrs. Robertson, Press Rept'r
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19

Jefferson sent thirty or forty
delegates to the Jefferson Shire
veport waterway hearing Thurs
1av
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
For Rent.

My former residence on Polk
Street. 1t is supplied with city
water and electric lights.
Il. 3. WALKER.
Jefferson jimplecute. (Jefferson, Tex.) 1907-1926, 1911-05-19
LUMBER! LUMBER!

Closing out at reduced prices.
10000 # Ike to 1x12 II to 20,
No. l rough.
5000 # 2x4 to 2x6 12Xl4, No. /
rough.
Those in need of rough lum-
Der will find it to their interest
to call at p. Eldridge's. Will sell
in small lots or in bulk.