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Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
School Notes

Miss Vynie Bates visited the high
Thursday.
The Freshman boys basket ball
team defeated the Grade team Thurs
day evening. Score 33 to z.
Anna Jesperson, of Bristol, entered
freshman class Monday.
Miss Cliffs was a high school visitor
this week
The first semester of the present
year has closed and the record of the
same has passed into ancient history.
The attendance was very gratifying
it is basis of a good school. A pupil
who loses one vacation out of five for
feits not only one-fifth of his time but
also the foundation work for succeed
ing lessons and for this reason his
interest diminishes. Our per cent OF
attendance is as high as we could reas-
onablry expect. 1t could not have been
higher without endangering the health
of the students. Hardness has been
almost eliminated.
The fire drill has been perfected to
such a degree a fire would have to have
a great start to endanger the salty OF
the pupils. Mr.. Wilson, the Inspector
for the old line insurance companies,
pronounced, it the best he had wit
messed.
Our foreign letter writing has been
most pleasing and successful, our pupils
have written to and received replies
from many distant parts of the world.
We are drawing students from other
towns, two having entered the semester.
While we have no desire to intice stud
ents to leave their home school, our
doors shall eve swing open to worthy
students who can and will qualify to
our entrace requirements.
Excerpts from reports of the last
semester: Enrolment in the grades
435; high school 70; per centage of the
attendance in the grades SO. "a; in high
SO. SO; in entire school SO. 81; total cases
of hardness in grades So; high school
s.; total CT; number of pupils not absent
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Valentine Social

The S~ophomores gave a valentine
party at the home of Miss Olga Holm
Wednesday evening. The young peo-
pie had a splendid time playing games
during the evening. To emphasize it
was leap year, the young ladies were
told that the only way to secure apart
ner for supper was by writing a pro-
posal on a red heart. This, of course,
did not prove so easy, but after secur-
ing some advice from the boys present
the proposals were finally made and
each young lady obtained apartner and
then partook of a most delicious sup
per. All present say a fine time.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15

he was conversant with what was
needed to insure good crops in South
Dakota and the Day county farmers
who were present were greatly
enriched in information of how to make
this soil more productive.
The Farmers Institute has come and
gone but it has left many converts to
better farming and the attendance next
will show that the missionaries have
been working and showing that they
appreciated what was trying to be
done for them in the way of scientific
farming.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15

OF WATERFOWL, appeared for the plain
tiff and L. b. Harken, of Aberdeen,
for II. M. Boettcher and Joseph Kirby,
of Sioux Falls for the bonding COM
pany. The jury after listening to the
evidence and arguments brought in a
verdict for the widow for SO, 900 which
was the full amount which could be
received on the bonds, The plaintiffs
gave notice of an appeal.
The Case of w. II. Woodward VS.. C.
j. L%indquist was decided for the plain
tiff on all issues.
The members of the jury were
excused from further duty.
Court adjourned Thursday evening
until this Thursday morning when
McNulty and S~tenographer
Granger came down from Aberdeen to
hear several court cases.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Out to Williams Party
None forgot to curl their hair,
Everybody who was there,
Went and had a Jolly time,

None forgot to curl their hair,
Everybody who was there,
Went and had a jolly time,
Eating cake and drinking wine.
Out at Williams party.
The members of the Modern Broth
hood of America, of this city-not all
of them but all who could avail them
selves of the opportunity went out to
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. O. L. Will
liams, in Morton township, Tuesday
evening. The members were carried
out in bob sleds and just had the jolli-
est time going out-we might add they
were carried back in the same convey
ance.
Arriving at the Williams home the
evening was spent in social converse,
music and the game of someset and
well, we don'to know what all, but the
pleasures of the night kept them there
there until nearly morning.
While they did not have any wine as
it says in the verse, they did have one
of the very best suppers ever put on a
table in Day county and every person
enjoyed every minute from the antici-
patton until the hour came to go to
work the next morning.
Those present from Webster were
Messrs. and Mesdames E. Sampson, w.
G. Waddel, H. 0. Prendergast, E. A.
Wearne, l. S. Coomes and G. G. Ray.
The Webster folk were accompanied
Mr.. Skinner, who is visiting at the
Sampson home and Mrs. Lyle a guest
of Mr.. and Mrs. Prendergast.
We can vouch for it that they all had
a splendid time from the number who
have come to tell US about the joy of it
all and Mr.. and Mrs. Williams receive
the higeest praise for their most royal
hospitality.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Blood Poisoning in Toe

c. E. Blegen was called home Fri
day by the illness of his daughter,
Lizzie, who was having serious trouble
with her foot. Doctors Harris and
Herman were called and found that
blood poisoning had set in and a surgi-
cal operation was necessary which was
performed Monday morning. The
operation was successful but will
necessitate the 20 'ng lady remaining
at home for some time until the wound
heals. Mr.. Blegen remained over to be
sure that everything was all right and
then resumed his duties on the road
for the News Printing company of
Aberdeen. Many Webster friends will
hope that the young lady will mend
rapidly.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Young Lawyers Form Club

Forty members of the law class of
1911, University of Minnesota, practi-
cling in Minnesota, met in the Hotel
Dyckman Wednesday to keep alive the
class spirit and promote interest in law
subjects through lectures by members
of the bar and university faculty. The
class of 1911 had 200 memcers, but
only those located in Minneapolis
will be eligible to membership in the
new club. The club also will take in
the members of the class of 1912 who
decide to practice law in the city.
Arthur 7. Conley is slated as presi-
dent and John McGovern as vice presi-
dent of the club. Minneapolis Tribune,
February IA. Arthur Conley is a Day
county boy and every honor or distinc-
ton of merit that can come to him will
be highly appreciated by the friends of
himself and his parents. How much
pleasure it gives US old fellows to see
a young fellow making good.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Jacob Fosse.
Charles Moxness.
Rams Dwight.
Committee on Resolutions.
Bridge Whist Party

The Misses Ledahl, Aldrich, Renkes
and Griebe were hostesses at a bridge
whist party given at the Happe rest
rooms Tuesday evening. The rooms
were beautifully decorated in red and
white hearts, cupids and candles, the
candles being tempered with shades of
red. Several hands of bridge whist
were played, and when the scores
were counted Miss Wilkinson, who was
a guest of Miss Ruth Bronson, was
found to have been the lucky player
and was given the prize-a large heart.
The party was one of the most pleas
ant and successful given in Webster
this season. After a two course lunch
was served the guests departed for
their homes pronouncincg the party a
grand success and the ladies as royal
entertainers. Mrs. L. E. Haugen and
Mrs. f. w. Halbkat acted as chaper-
oons for the party.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
METHODIST

February Is, 1912.
Regular services preaching morning
and evening by ? stor Crisp.
Sunday School 1900 m I'D. Mclean
and Prof. Hetley, superintendent.
Epworth League, TOO, p. m.
Program-Song, II.
Song, SO; Prayer.
Lesson by leader. Mrs. Crofoot.
Reading
Song-Prof. Clement.
Benediction.
The public invited.
M. r. Crisp, Pastor.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
FARMERS INSTITUTE
AN INTERESTING PROGRAM
COVERING TWO DAYS
FARMERS TAKING INTEREST
The Attendance Was Much
Larger Than Was Expected
The Professors were Much
Pleased. 4 Women,S
Auxiliary Organized

Last Thursday and Friday a farmers
institute was held in the city. The
attendance was very gratifying to the
Commercial club and to the speakers
at the meetings. 1t is evident that
the farmers of Day county are taking
an interest in the pains and expense
that are being put forth in their inter-
ests, and are now willing to come out
and listen to the lectures. The meet
ingS were all held in the Ruby Theatre.
The attendance at the morning meeting
was not large but in the afternoon the
capacity of the hall was taxed to it's
utmost.
On Thursday Prof. j. D. Tower, of
Lansing, Mich, spoke on ''Silos and
Titled crops. He showed the farmer
that the silo was one of the greatest
benefits to come to this country it was
for farmers TO put in silos and then
raise crops with which to make them
most advantageous. superintendent
III. II. Stoner, gave a talk on "Soils,
Soil Fertility or Dry Farming" His
talk was very interesting and from it
the farmers present learned how in
many ways during dry years to hus-
band the rainfall and make better
crops.
Mrs. Charles H. Mccoy was one of
the most interesting speakers on the
program for the two days. She talked
to the ladies. Told them many things
they needed in the farm home; wised
up the farmer husband how much more
happy his wife would be if he would
provide eonveniences and comforts for
the lady that provided the meals that
gathered the crops. Mrs. Mccoy was
more than successful in her meeting.
At its close she was accorded an ova-
ton and then the ladies showed their
interest by organizing the ''Woman's
Auxiliary to the Farmers Institute of
Webster" The first officers elected
were:
President, Mrs. S. S. Yeager.
Vice president, Mrs. Lennie Philbrook.
Secretary, Mrs. G.. d. Peterson.
Treasurer, Mrs. o. l.. Williams.
The auxiliary promises to secure
some attractions for the meeting next
year..
On Friday Prof. H. G. Skinner, of
Brotkings, gave his talk on 'Horses,
Sheep and Cattle" He. is a very
pleasant talker and from years of
experience and study has his subject
we'll in hand.
w. F. Gardner, of Sturgis, gave his
listners some very pointed and inter-
esting information on Better Farm.
ing and Subsoiling." The gentleman
was a practical man and showed that
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Boonis Montana
Mr.. Editor:

4lI. bdlLOI
Gage, Montana, 2S, 1912.
In glancing over your columns i
ote you have received a letter from
S. l.. Potter, stating there is NOR
wheat raised around James than in the
whole state of Montana. | have come
to the conclusion that if Mr.. Potter has
ever been in this state, he passed
through in a tourist sleeper, because if
he paid any attention at all, he would
learned that on the average there is
more wheat marketed, in this state off
100 acres, than in Dakota from $40
acres-yes, and in 1911 in the whole
state of South Dakota.
Geo M. Naessig.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Circuit Court

The case occupying the attention of
the court when we went to press last
week was that of Greta Lehna, ct. al.
VS.. II. M. Boettcher, which came up
from Crandall. This was an action
brought by Mrs. Lehna against H. M.
B%ottcher-a former saloon keeper-an I'M
his bondsmsn because as she alleges
that her husband when in a intoxicated
condition bought liquor there and
became in such a condition that on the
way home he fell from the wagon and
was frozen to death. r. A. Durham,
of Clark, and James Mcfarland, of
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Dance at Ros yn

C. l.. Haugen will give a dance at
the Stavig's hall, in Raritan
township, on Saturday evening, Febru-
airy 18th, 1912. There is a good time
assured for all. The Webster orches-
ira will furnish the music. There is a
surprise in store for some participant.
c. L. Haugen, Manager.
c. Rich and IL r.. Moore, floor manag-
ers. Tickets so cents.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
ST. JOINS

There will be services at st. Johns
Lutheran church next Sunday morning
and evening.
Sunday school at 1900, p. M, Lars
Fiksdal, superintendent and Thorw aid
Ditmanson, leader of Bible class.
All who understand the Norwegian
language are cordially invited to these
services.
o. 0. Hafstad, Pastor.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
SILVER MEDAL CONTEST

Congregational church, Sunday evening,
February 18th, at 1880 o'clock.
Those entered in the contest are
Agnes Bates, Madeline McKennett, Grace
Merger, Lucille Rabak, Gladys Samp-
son, Hendell Hawkinson, Margery Holm
and Marian Hetley. This contest
promises to be a good one, each con-
testant has been trained by an elocu-
ton teacher. Special music by the
chior. Everybody cordially invited.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
Church Notes
CONGREGATIONAL

February Is, 1912.
Morning service at IL 100. Sermon
topic; George Washington, The Father
of Our Country.
Evening service at 7:30. Program
by l.. T. l.. Society.
Sunday school I'm. Alexander Ross,
superintendent.
Bible Class Lesson; The Emancipa-
ton of the Voter.
Everybody is cordially invited to our
services.
Rev. A. u. Baer, pastor.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15
ST MARY's EPISCOPAL

Services at st. Mary's Episcopal
church next Sunday will be:
Morning prayer and sermon, l0:45.
Sunday School, 1900 o'clock, m.
Evening prayer and sermon, 7:30.
Ash Wednesday; Litany and Peniten-
tial Office will be said at 1000, a. m.
Evening prayer and sermon, 7:30 p. m.
Claren nee b. Riggs, in charge.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1912-02-15

See George C. Dunton
at the First National
Bank, about farm loans
He Is making them all
the time.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25
Continued next week.
BALKAN PRINCESS"
At The Shubert Masonic In Lou
isviIIe Today Lasting Until
Saturday---Large Company.
Musical Classics.

The attraction at the Shubert Ma
sonic, Louisville on Dec Is, 26, 81 and
% will be Samuel +. Rork's production
of the musical success, 'The Balkan
Princess" and promises to be the real
gem Of the seasons bookings Theatre
goers in this city are fortunate in being
able to see this light opera so early af-
ter its long run at the Casino and Her
aid Square Theatres, New York
Originally produced in London at the
Gaiety, the piece ran there for one en-
tire year. 1t was seen by Vim. A. Bra
dy, the producing manager, who Sc
cured the right for this country, and it
is by arrangement with this manager
that Samuel + Rorx is presenting it
for tour of the larger cities. This is
the only production of the piece, SO
theatregoers may feel assured of seeing
the No. | organization.
The presenting company is unusually
large and includes Julia Clifford, N. f..
Dano, Adelaide Harland, Vera Ross
more, Wallace Beery, Dorothy Ellis,
Harry Llewellyn, VIM. Meyer, Geo.
Poultney, and Harry Lyons. One Of
the special features is chorus Of forty
Balkanese beauties. The score contains
twenty numbers, among which are some
hits that have already become musical
classics The advance sale of seats op-
ems Thursday. Prices 25c to $3.50.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

shall be endlessly grateful II you
and Miss Reynier will be my guests
on the Sea Gull for as long time as
you find 1t diverting. We shall cruise
f'ong the coast and put into harbor at
night, If It seems best; and I'll try to
make you comfortable. VIII you
conner
Madame Reyr6er was willing IL Me-
LAME was; and Melanie had no
strength, II she had the will, to com
bat Alexis masterful ways. IL was
soon settled. Aleck swung off down
the street, re.reading Jim's letter. in
tent only on the Sea Gull and the
preparations for his guests. But at
the back OF his mind he was think
ing, Poor grill She needs me more
than / thought"
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25
RAYMOND

Hank Allen, of Brandenburg, was at
Otis Stiff's last week.
Edgar Compton was at Garfield last
week visiting relatives.
Glenn Macy has sold his farm to Jess
Knott. Mr.. Macy will hold possession
for the coming year.
Correase Knott has moved in the house
with Mrs. Leon eastman.
Clarence Collinsworth, of Nation, Ill.
is visiting his cousin, Edgar Compton.
Henry eastman and family were in
Irvington last week shopping.
Mr.. and Mrs. Willis chappell and boys
spent Saturday and Sunday in Irvington
with their brother, Chester Chappell.
Otis Stiff purchased the S. A. Stiff farm
from Mr.. Hark Allen. Mr.. Allen will
cut the timber off of the place.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25
Will Live in Louisville.

Announcement has been received Of
the marriage of Miss Nerva Roberts to
Mr.. j. w. Johnson which was solemn
lied December IL, in the presence of a
few friends and relatives. After bril-
dial trip to Chicago, Mr.. and Mrs. John
son will visit relatives in Greensboro be-
fore arriving at their home in Louis
vile. The bride came to Meade county
three years ago. She held the post
Office at Weldon, and gained host OF
friends while there. Mr.. Johnson is a
breakman on the Henderson Route,
and is well worthy the prize he has
won.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

"My child was burned terribly about
the face. neck and chest. applied DIR.
Thomas Eclectic Oil. The pain ceased,
aud the child sank into a restful sleep. 4"
Mrs. Nancy NJ. Hanson, Hamburg,
n. Advertisement.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25
Pretty Calendar.

Judging from the handsome calendar,
Ramona, sent out by the Bank of Har-
dnsburg & Trust Company, 1912 was a
prosperous year for the firm. Their
customers certainly appreciate the re.
membrance for lel2
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

You will find that druggists every
where speak we'll of Chamberlain
Cough Remedy. They know from long
experience in the sale of it that in cases
of coughs and colds it can always be de-
pended upon. and that it is pleasant
ard safe to take. For sale by all deal
ers. Advertisement.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

When you have bilious attack give
Chamberlsin's Tablets trial. They are
excellent. For sale by all dealers Al
vertisement.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

Don't use harsh physics. The reaction
weskens the bowels, leads to chronic
constipation. Get Dosn's Regulets.
They operate easily. 25c at all stores.
Advertisement.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

If you are troubled with chronic con.
stipaticn, the mild aud gentle effect Of
Chamberlain's Tablets makes them
especially suited 10 your case. For sale
by all dealers. Advertisement.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

No ~ 226 Acres. one mile from Harmed:
We ~ we'll improved plenty of good
water; stock Darius S0x60 and 36x4s. Two
] $3.50
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

No ~ 30 acres well improved land one
w. mile from McQuady; all level,
good shape. Excellent nelghborhood. Fine
tobacco and corn land; well watered. Price
-, 500.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

Mo IL 80 Acres near Buras. Dwelling;
We ~ barn 20 ~; log stable. 20 acres
level. rest rolling; soil sandy loan underlaid
with clay; well watered Price 5000.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25
Wanted Small Farms

We have number of inquiries for small from so to 100
improved If have small farm well improved level
land, list it with and will do the rest
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

No * 290 acres AZ miles from Hardins-
we burg, county seat we'll improv-
ed one OF the best farms In the county Price
q, 000
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25
Maps and Guides.

Parcel post maps, with accompany
ing guides. are TO be sold to the pub
lie at their cost. rs cents, through the
chief clerk of the post once depart
ment. In ordering maps care
should be taken to specify the post
ONCE from which the postage rates
are to be determined.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

Mo "A 1875 acres located mile north of
We McQuady. Price s., 600. n cash
balance in yearly payments.
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

20 acres In pasture, so In timber; dve-room
dwelling gooo barn and out-buildings; well
watered; limestone land. Price 81, 6OO
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

Mo q $50 acres; located on Henderson
W.. Route. mile east of LOdihur0:
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

No II l22 acres, good and level land,
W. good barn; ali land cleared, we'll
located; miles from Irvington. Price s3, 800
The Breckenridge news. (Cloverport, Ky.) 1876-1955, 1912-12-25

No ID $50 acres lying in a valley; 5
we room dwelling and hall 2 tenant
houses, large tobacco barn; 2M miles South
of Kirk. II mile from school well watered, 2
springs near barn; on Rural Route
The Cairo bulletin., 1912-03-24
News Of Export Sales Has {
Strengthening Effect on May
Wheat Market.

Chicago March 23.-Lightness
became so pronounced today in May
wheat here, that shorts in other
futures joined stampedcs to cover,
bat news of export sales had a
strengthening effect The close in
wheat showed a net advance of "a
and "a and u Latest trading left
corn 4 to " up and oats with a
gain Of 4 to Y.
Announcement of a cargo Of red
winter wheat has been purchased
to come back TO Chicago from
Fairport, o., for delivery on May
contracts, emphasized most unpleas-
antly TO short sellers the possibility
OF a squeeze here, Notwithstanding
that local stocks have been regarded
as almost burdensome. May ranged
from SLOT to $t03as, closing
steady at $103A, Corn finished at
the highest point in the week, May
tluctuating from rs to 721s, clos
ing steady at ~ even
Cats reflected strength in other
grains, May swung between SO 70
and "a, with last sales at 53M.
The Cairo bulletin., 1912-03-24
X STOCKS, BONDS, CEREALS -
MORE STRENGTH SHOVN|SHORTS JOIN STAMPEDE
Copper Stocks Are Leaders of 0per.
ations of New York
Exchange.

New York, March 23.-Further
strength and activity in the copper
stocks and affiliated securities con-
stituted the dominant features of to-
days operations on the stock mar
ket, Amalgamated Copper again was
leader, coincident with an advance
in the price of the metal, dealings in
the stocks outstripped those in erst-
while favorites such as United
States Steel and Reading. American
Smelling was even stronger than
Amalgamated.
Other industrial Issues of less mar
ket influence gained from to 3
points or more.
The market was at its best in the
final hour, when buying in coppers
and various spccialties made for n
new high level all around Despite
the usual market activity on the
week, actual bank loans decreased
over 100000, but the actual cash
loss was over $5,000,000. Reserve
decrease was $4,750,000, which
brought the actual excess down TO
$12,235. 900,
Bonds were steady, total sales, par
value, S1,676,000. Government A.:
advanced Il on call during the week,