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Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

two shown here are probably tho most
common. Twelve or thirteen feet of
a-inch or a-inch rope Is sufficient to
make a halter and have plenty of
lead.
The one.Loop Halter.
The one-loop halter must be made
especially for the size Of head on
which 1t 10 to be used. az it is not
adjustable. On this account, how.
ever, it is safer to use than the two
loop halter.
To make this halter, measure from
the end of the rope, about the distance
required to 60 around the nose. At
this point, 90 Fig. /. make q loop
splice with the loop just large enough
for the rope to pass through. Next
measure from the loop splice, the dis
lance required to 60 over the head
and down to the proper point on the
opposite side. ut is we'll to measure
this halter on the animal on which it
is to be used) When this distance
has been determined, splice the nose
piece (d. Gig. y into the cheek.
piece as at (a) Fig. I. Now pass tho
long end Of the rope through the loop
and make an end splice in the end
Of the rope. The halter 10 now com.
plete. (See Fig. ~
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

same direction that the third or single
strand runs. (See Fig. ~ Draw
down to about the size that the loop
is desired. Now make similar open
ing in the long part of the rope just
above where the short end crosses,
and pass the short end through. (See
Fig. ~ Draw this through and draw
the two openings together. If all has
been done correctly very smooth
splice, with four strands on one side
(see Fig. 81 and two on the other will
be the result.
The Eye Splice.
The eye splice is used in making
an "eye" or loop in the end of rope.
1t is especially useful in making lead
ropes for leather halters. rope halters,
etc.
To make the eye splice, untwist the
strands at one end of the rope about
six inches. Then double at one end
Of the rope about sin inches. Then
double the rope to the size Of EYE"
desired. Arrange the strands as (a),
ny and ICl on tho main rome (Y)
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

out from between tho same two
strands. Now splice the three strands
(a). 90. and (c) down the main rope
the same as in the short splice.
The Crown and End Splice.
The end splice is used as perma.
nent fastening in the end Of a rope
to prevent 1t from raveling The
crown should always be- use1 in start.
ing the end splice.
To make the crown, tho strands are
first UNFINISHED about six inches, then
one. of the strands IL doubled to the
right and laid between the other two
strands. (See, Crown, Fig. 1a.) Then
the next strand (b) around the rope
to the right. 10 brought down across
the loop and held along the main
rope. Then the third strand (c) is
passed down through the loop made
by (a). (see Crown, Fig. - II all
has been done correctly, the crown
now appears as shown in the illustra-
ton. End splice. Fig. l. Now draw
the crown tight BY holding the main
rope at (x). END Splice Fig. ~ and
pulling the ends, one at q time. until
all are tight and symmetrical crown
has been formed. (See End Splice.
Fig. ~
To continue the end splice, begin
with any one Of the ends, pass It over
the strand which lies next to It and
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20
Dale, No. l2277

To get horse not closely related to
our mares, and suitable in every way
to head our Clydesdale stud. we very
reluctantly parted with our almost
peerless stallion, Star No. 1926, that
made the seasons of 1909 and 1910 in
Cresco, to the satisfaction of so many
progressive and intelligent horsemen.
Now we offer up to your critical judg-
ment and for your esteemed patronage
the pure bred Clydesdale stallion
Dale" No. 1927, full brother in
blood to ''Star" No. 1926. Although
dale" was placed second to that
pleasing winner in the show ring, he is
superior to him in some points. Both.
of these stalllions have been tested
as to breeders on our North Star
Farm, and in the aize and quality of
| their colts from the same mares, they
are about tie. If any difference
"Dale" has it on "Star."
Dale's fee is SIS 90 to insure live
colt. Care will be taken to guard
against accident. but all mares are at
owners risk. Owners of mares who
dispose of or remove same from the
community will be held for service fee
unless satisfactory evidence of not in
foal is produced.
Dale will make the season at Whites
Livery Barn. Cresco. with the except
ion of Mondays at j. Chubback S, Tues
days at Jess Bowden's, Bonair, and
Thursdays at Eugene Towards.
Dale is a bright bay Clydesdale stall
lion of draft horse type, blocky build,
with short. heavy, fiat limbs and good
feet. He was coaled, May 10, 1905,
bred by j. II. Duxbury & Brother,
Hutton, MINI. Sired by Pride of Bloom
field 9467. by Lothian Prince [79l6], by
Prince of Wales 1921. Dam, Fancy
Wayne 95Il, by Baillleston Chief [55O7]
1916, by Top Gallant 1851 by Darn
ley 1921.
Thanking you Cor past favors and so
Letting share of your patronage, we
are. Yours for good horses,
J. H. DUXBURY & BRO,
Route No. 4, Preston. MINI.
RANSOM WHITE. Manager.
JAMES MCINTYRE, Groom.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

'HAvE TWO sADDLED," HE ADDED QUIETLY
mutely eying the cards. the other his
fingers. a fugitive sunbeam. herald Of
the morning. stole into the room to
shame the smoky yellow of the lamps.
In the sunbeam's golden wake there
followed a faint breeze that stirred
the curtains and sent current Of
cool, pure air swirling through the
stagnant atmosphere. Then there fell
upon the silence. with softness so i'm
palpable that it seemed merely pro-
erosion Of the hush. the sound of dis
tant singing. For some time strain
and source were alike indefinite, a
mere setting to harmony the charm
Of the young morning. And then it
arose like n sweeping curve Of beauty
until 1t resolved itself into the throaty,
! melodious chorus Of mississippi Riv-
err"
Kirby shivered. and his eyes came
back from the great beyond. while
Bunce shook himself like great dog
leaving the water.
There's the niggers goin' out to the
cane." he said laconically. THE morn
ms here. Well. Gene:"
well. Larkin?"
The other hesitated. terrifying him.
self with cheroot. which he content
Ell himself with chewing. Finally he
arose. offering elaborate signs Of de-
parture.
Il hate to see man lose out on
everything" he tentatively observed.
"Well, I'm goin'. Gene. reckon
they'll let me have boss now. Meb-
be better have two saddled. eh?"
"Well. what do you think 2" parted
Kirby, slowly lifting the deck Of cards
from the table. lis that my wife? DO
l turn back to the old river road with
you, or do ~ He lifted his head
with Frightening vision. Have two
saddled," he added quietly. with bitter
finaIity.
Bunce nodded slowly. understand
ingly.
Alone, Kirby remained at the table,
staring and seeing not:
flake one good look at yourself.
Gene Kirby: then take another at
her," he unused mechanically and
with dull monotony reiterating the
phrase. flake one good look ut your
self, Gene Kirby l might never have
thought of that have been so busy
looking at her."
AS he sat there face to face with the
future, striving to learn renupciation
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20
Wins Fight For Life.

1t was long and bloody battle for
life that was waged by James B. Mer
shon, of Newark, N. j.. of which he
writes: IL had lost much blood from
lung hemorrhages, and was very weak
and run down. For eight months
was unable to work. Death seemed
close on my heels, when | began. three
weeks ago, to use DR.. Kings New
Discovery But it has helped me
greatly. 1t is doing all that you
claim" For weak. sore lungs obsti-
nate 'oughs. stubborn colds, hoarsc-
ness, la grippe, asthma. hay-fever or
any throat or lung trouble its supreme.
soc and $l0O. Trial bottle free.
Guaranteed by p A. Clemmer T
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

Fig. l. Let the middle strand (a) lie
along the main rope (x). Now, hold
ing the loop in the left hand. raise
one of the strands in (x) on the side
nearest (a). Push (a) through. under
the strand which has been raised (see
Fig. 81 Now. put strand (b) under
the next strand beyond the one which
(a) is under Gig a. Next, turn the
rope back, raise the third strand in
(x). Bring strand (c) down past this
strand and then up under the strand
IN tho Same direction taken bv (a)
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

under the next strand. (See Fig. 3,
IBID Now turn the rope q little, take
the next strand (c), place It over the
main strand which IL next to it and
under the next strand. Do the same
with strand (a). Draw all three ends
down tight. Continue splicing the
same as in the short splice. (See
Fig. 81
Rope HaIters.
Rope Halters are inexpensive, yet
very convenient and serviceable, o..
pecially in handling cattle. There are
various styles of rope halters. but the
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

CHAPTER XIV.
I" - Y George. Gene. It looks to
~ ME like you'd get the girl
and the plantation. too!'
8 exclaimed Bunce when ut
length the two were alone.
"What was that you called me
awhile ago." returned Kirby quizzical-
Iy. but with an undercurrent of great
seriousness "Nothing but a-what
was it? Seems to me you said some
thing mighty pleasant about me. yor,
being my oldest friend and therefore
complimentary. Oh. yes. nothing but
a damned gambler That was it,
He seated himself at the table and.
as was bis wont in moments OF alb
straction. began to cut the cards.
Bunce automatically ignored the
tribute. The mad escapade had termi-
mated far better than he had expected
or thought possible. and in conse-
quence his native fund Of good humor
had been abundantly REINFORCED.
Take Miss Randall while you can
git her." he advised. "She amt think
in tonight Of you bein' gambler"
"What do you suppose she'll think Of
it tomorrow? Think she'll remember
what am. perhapsY"
"Mebbe she won't think Of it tonor-
row." said Bunce hopefully.
But what about that young veau-
dry? Shed never have to think Of
anything he's done-or was" pursued
Kirby. pretty square sort of fell
low. I.arkin. Looks to me like owe
him clear field to himself"
Il amt denyin' but what he acted
gentleman to you. Gene. But now's
the time you got to think Of yourself"
"Looks to me you're considerable Of
turncoat," smiled Kirby. picking up
a card. "What were you saying to me
about this? There's my wife. mar
ried that for better or for worse-too
long ago for woman to come between
US now. And what else was that you
said? oh. yes-'Take one good look at
yourself. Gene Kirby; then take an.
other at her."
Bunce snuff]ed feebly. "1've kind o.
changed my mind since l said that"
he mumbled. Besides" consulting
his watch. ut was a long time ago. 1t
was last night now"
Silence came. and with 1t the white
dawn, and as still the men sat. one
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

The loop splice is seldom used ex'
cept in making rope halters. 1t Is
simply a loop for another part of the
rope to pass through. 1t may be made
at any point in the rope and the loop
may be of any size desired.
Suppose the splice is to be made
near one end of rope as would be
the case in making halter. Double
the rope where the loop is desired.
Through the short end of the rope,
make an opening by raising two of
the strands and pushing the third
strand down. Pass the long part Of
the rope through this opening in the
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20
CASTORIA
For Infants and Children.
The Kind You Have Always Bought
s' ssss; I'll: ., &Mzzzzzzw

The woman of today who has GOO d
health; good temper, good sense,
bright eyes and lovely complexion.
the result of correct living and good
digestion. wins the admiration of the
world. If your digestion is faulty
Chamberlein's Stomach and Liver Tab
let's will correct it. For sale by all
dealers.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

The uniform success that has attend
ed the use of Chamberlain's Collie,
Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy has
made it favorite everywhere. 1t can
always be depended upon. For sale by
all dealers.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20
The ouroiar's Joke.

Tho suburban man peered through
the dim diningSoom and discovered
Q burglar removing his silver service
from the buffet. "Burglar!" he shout
ed at the top Of his voice. Burglar!
Burglari"
AT your service, SIR" chuckled the
marauder a. he dropped the silver
ware into q bag and vanished through
Q window.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

Whooping cough is not dangerous
when the cough is kept loose and ex-
pectoration easy by giving Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy. 1t han been
used in many epidemics of this disease
with perfect success. For sale by all
dealers.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

''Dear's Ointment cured me of ecze-
ma that had anonyed me long time.
r',e cure VAS permanent. Hon. S.
w. Matthews, Commissioner Labor
Statistics, Augusta, Me.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20
The Farmers Home.

A $l.O0 day house. Especial at
tention paid the farmer trade. With
more stable room am prepared to
give farmers better accommodations
than ever. J. w. WENTWORTH.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

Impure blood runs you down-makes
you an easy victim for organic diseas-
es. Burdock Blood Bittersipurifies the
bloed-cures the casse--builds you up.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20
Il AAAA ..
-:
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ADVICE |
TO WOMEN

Women suffering from any form of
illness are invited to promptly COM
municate with Mrs. Pinkham at Lynn,
Mass. All letters are received, opened,
read and answered by women. A wo-
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

So Near and Vet So Far.
Hyker-That house sold for . song
Pyker-Why didn't you buy It!
Hyh~F-I cant sing.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

Baby won't suffer five minutes with
Group if you apply DR.. Thomas Elec-
trio Oil at once: Il acts like magic.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

Doctor WhatyoucalIhim.
The world was Mortified to hear
That Russian doctors tale; 1t SHOCKED
her.
But why should she be so surprised
At all those deaths. amt he doctaVS
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20


lished a testimonial or used a letter
without the written consent of the
writer, and never has the Company
allowed these confidential letters to
get out CT their possession, as the
hundreds of thousands of them in
their files will attest.
Out of the vast volume of experience
which Mrs. Pinkham has to draw
from, it is more than possible that she
has gained the very knowledge needed
in your case. She asks nothing in re-
turn except your good will, and her
advice has helped thousands. Surely
any woman, rich or poor, should be
glad to take advantage of this gener-
Gus offer of assistance. Address Mrs.
Pinkham, care of LYDIA f. Pinkham
Medicine Co., Lynn, Mass.
Every woman ought to have
Lydia II. pinl1ham's SO-pago
Text Book. 1t is not a book for
general distribution, as it is too
expensive. 1t is free and only
Ohtainable by mail. Write for
it today.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

and (b). Each loose strand should
now be under one strand of the main
rope. No two should be under the
same strand and no two should come
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20
NEPENThE.
When sorrows gloom and troubles grippe
Philosophers cling b the pipe.

When sorrows gloom and troubles grippe
Philosophers cling b the pipe
They strike a light anA hoist their feet
And puff and pun till Joy complete
Doth make amends for fell mishap.
Plans gone astray. misfortunes rap
And while the smoke wreaths lightly curl.
The bachelors dream OF a girl,
Tho married wights dream Of the day
When they were free and wondrous gay
Thuswise Nicotia's soothing charm
Contrives a cherries world to warm
And brings a measure OF content
10 chaps who can not raise the rent,
Yet. seldom frown. so long as they
Can MI a pipe ana pun away.
Partnership.
Mr.. Lately Married-But, dearest, I
thought we had planned to go to the
opera this evening?
Mrs Ditto-Yes. love, but l ha
changed our mind-Puck
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20

man can freely talk
of her private ILL
ness to q woman !;
thus has been es-
tablished this con-
fdence between
Mrs. Pinkha and
the WO men of
America which has
never been broken.
Never has she pub-
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1911-06-20
Copyright. 1893. BY the AinsIss nlsasins
Company

CHAPTER XIV.
- Y George. Gene. It looks to
. ME like you'd get the girl
and the plantation. too"
: exclaimed Bunce when ut
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16
To Have a Fair

oThe directors of the Fair Associa-
lion held meeting at the CONNER
cial club rooms Tuesday eevening.
The committee from thee Business
Mems Association reported that the
money needed to pay the debts of
the association has been secured.
This puts the Barton County Fair
Association on its feet again, all
debts being paid, and plenty Of prop
etty topay out hundred GEMS on
the dollar for the stock held by stock.
holders. Although no definite day
has been fixed. it is intended at this
time to hold a fair some time during
October. As rapidly as possible all
matters perlailiug'to holding fair
will be adjusted and arrangements
for real county fair made, which
you are allasked to boost.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16
v. J. HcGreeVey Injured

wv. J. McGreevey was very ser
iously injured in runaway accident
Wednesday evening. In company
with Mrs. McGreevey they were out
driving. As they approached the
corner Of Kansas Ave. and Lakin
street, the horse SHE'D at a moving
traction engine, and started to 30.
Mr.. McGreevey, in endeavoring to
stop the animal, broke one Of the
lines, which caused the horse to
quickly circle around, throwing Mr..
McGreevey 20 the ground and Mrs.
McGreevey on top Of him. The lat
ter was not injured, but Mr.. McGree.
vey, in addition to being generally
bruised up, has his right limb broken
right at the hip joint. He is doing
very we'll, but owing to his advanced
age the hurt is a very serious one,
and it is doubtful if he will be able to
walk again. We certainly are pain
ed to learn OF this affair, and extend
our sympathy.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16
Hardware Business Changed Hands

The dealhas been closed whereby
George R. Walker Of Great Bend,
becomes new merchant in Sterling
having traded for the stock of goods
belonging to the PETERSON Hardware
Company on the east side of Broad
way. The business will be continued
10 the Morris building, while Mr.
PETERSON moves to farm in Barton
county he has acquired in the trading
Of his stock Of hardware. Mr.. W ak
er and family will move soon to Ster-
ling and be made welcome by our
citizens.-Sterling Bulletin.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16
CT. YoUNkIN, County Clerk.

The resignation Chs McEaden Of Liberty township fled by the
county clerk duly accepted and Tobias Unruh duly appointed fill
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16

2 Mrs. c. H. Harter and daughter
we're visitors in Newton and Wichita
this week. 20
Mrs. Price 2Bondurant is visiting
her parents in Kansas City.
Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Riegel we're in
the community this week visiting
friends and relatives. q
Frank 'Schneck and family were
down from Pawnee county this week.
3 Phillip, JsP. and George Ochs
were down from the north side the
first of the week on business.
Judge NJ. B. Nicholson was over
from Council Grove this week attend
ing court. %
Cards have been issued by Mr.
and Mrs WIN. Tinnemyer inviting
few friends to assist in celebrating
their silver wedding ont the 18th.
Mrs. Jerry Simpson was a visitor
in our city this week.
|. VI. c. Simpson and family left
Tuesday for Colorado Springs where
they will make their future home.
The Simpsons have been residents
of Barton county for many years, and
it is with genuine regret that we an
nouDce their departure for a new
home. We sincerely trust that the
Kansas microbes are so thick in their
system, that they will be coming back
: to US ere many moons have passed
over,
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16

State of Kansas County of Barton, S S. 0%
YOunkn County Clerk hereby certify that the above the
true dOdiag of the Board of county commissioners he equalization
meeting in June
% C. F. YoUNkr&3 County Clerk.
FRANK WeoD Chairman
Bprd Of Commissioners P E MURPHY,
(MAT Dick 90.
RESOLUTION
RESOLVED: O. O.
By the Board County Commissioners Barton County Kansas
that deemed necessary by said Board build bridge across
kansas River along the public highway section thirty three Great Bend
Township and the hereby appropriated the gen.
era fund of said county the purpose of building the said bridge aO
Sld e.
FRANK WOoD Chairman
MAI D,cx
ATTEST
C. F. YoUNk1N County Clerk
The resignation Of Cha McFsdden Of Liberty township as filed by til.
county clerk duly accepted Tobias Unuh du appointed fill
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16

A. +. Smith was in Hoisington
Wednesday on business.
Sam Beckett was a visitor from Hois
ingtOu Wednesday. Sam IS one of
the candidates for postmaster Q at
Hoisington.
W. L. Sickney was down from the
north side Wednesday.
J. H. Beightle and Robert Pfisttr
were out west few days this week.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16
Y. 0. z. dwelling.

The annual Decoration service of
the W, O. W. coupled with the un2-
unwilling of the monument tor the
late George Spencer, were held by
the order at the cemetery last Sunday
with appropriate exercises.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16
~ Excursions

Summer tourist rates on sale
daily June Ist to Sept 80, III.
Final return limit Oct. 3d. IL
Liberal Stopovers
Pueblo, Colo and return. $500
Colorado Springs and eturn-...--- 1880
Denver and return -. ........ 1875
Ogden and Sail Lake City, Utah.
duu ICluIH.---. OO.UO
Los Angeles and San Francisco
dHu ICluIH -----.-------.------.-- UU.UU
Seattle. Wash, Portland, Oregon,
and return.2........2..a9 .2........-...... 5000
Chicago, ILL.,, and return,- 25.70
St. Louis and return ....-.,....-... 80. 1870
Buffalo, N Y, and return. -..--...... 475O
New York City, and return stand
ard route g. ...-..-.-....... $3.50
New York City, different. 5000
Also rares to numerous other
places. Homeseekers tickets3
every first and third Tuesday.
For further particulars and
information, call on or address
". R. KLINEDEAsT,
Aasp! .T.&S Fry Co.
GREAT BEND. KANSAS
l
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1911-06-16

the vacancy Of the unexpired term
There being nog farther the Board aduned again at their
regular which will be the first Monday july 1911
FRANK WooD Chairman.
County Commissioners
ATTEST
70 vo,.9,S co,,,u cLo