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The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1912-02-17

he can get past with the people-they'll
think 1t more or less blur anyway.
even II It's Ward Weymouth talking
But the kind of dishonesty you're
standing for, Luke, won't get past.
They'll ride you out of the state on a
rail-and I'll furnish the rail-"
"Tll furnish something more" cried
Harlan, unable to restrain himself any
longer. Tomorrow morning / shall put
$4,000 into General Waymouth's cam
paign fund-my own money"
you see, Luke" drawled the duke,
1T really looks as though Ward would
be elected anyway. might subscribe
little myself IL only l had rich
grandfather, the same as Harlan has"
The unhappy chairman sat down in
his chair again and struggled with his
anger. He could not give 1t rein; he
realized that. Party and personal in
terests were all jeopardized. But he
knew he could not afford to have utter
personal disgrace accompany his de-
feat.
There was silence In the room. then
the duke said:
Gentlemen, I'll tell you what I'll do.
I've been waiting to be called on for
my contribution for the fund, but for
some reason business hasn't been
started in this campaign as soon as
hoped. Harlan was a little excited Just
now. 1 think, seeing that the state
committee is now going to take hold
Of the campaign, he'll be able to get
out Of 1t little cheaper. A lot of the
other boys will chip when they're
asked. For the Thornton family 1
lead off subscriptions with a pledge of
$1,000. I'm that much interested in
seeing my-my original choice for gov
ernor elected by good majority"
Presson got up and stamped down
his trousers legs.
II know when I'm licked" he admit
ted. ,"And I've been licked in the
whole seventeen rounds Of this cam
paign. Look here, General Weymouth,
I'm done fighting. I simply throw my
self on your mercy. / know how you
feel toward me. But I've got just this
to say: it's poor tool Of a man that
| won't fight for his own interests and
| his friends. I'll take hold Of this cam
paign and elect you. If there's any
crumbs coming to me after that, all
right! I'm at your mercy"
II tell you again I've no time or in
clination for petty revenge. That is
not my nature" General Weymouth
was as cold and calm as inexorable
fate itself. II accept your pledge,
Chairman Fresson. Not one interest
Of yours that is right will suffer at my
hands. On the other hand, not one
interest that is wrong will be protect
ed. It's simply up to your
II don't suppose you care to 60 over
the plans with me tonightr'
II shall ask you to confer with Mr..
Harlan Thornton on all matters. He
knows my wishes and plans. He will
remain here at headquarters as my
representative"
If the chairman felt that he was be
| ing put under guard and espionage, his
face did not betray 1t. He took leave
Of the general and escorted out his as.
sociate committeeman.
Harlan expected that his grandfath-
er would have some rather serious tall.
for his ear. But he merely remarked,
leaving him at the door of his room:
IF you keep on, son, I'll be passed
down to posterity simply as Harlan
Thornton's grandfather
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1912-02-17
From the Mouth of a Maid.

TT INDER a sudden stimulus of raj
~ lies, red fire and band music
:YFSaE| the campaign blossomed prom
AszHk) isingly. Democracy's dark
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1912-02-17
Starting a Mule Team.

~HAIRMAN PRESSON put 1t
plainly to General Weymouth
that while he sympathized to
XXI some extent with the latter's
The true northerner., 1912-04-19

When Finished will be the
Most Modern Plant in
South Michigan.

Neil Engel has commenced extensive
improve neuts on the Hone bakery, and
when completed will boast of one OF the
most modern and up p-to-date bakeries 10
Michigan. The partition has been moved
back to make more floor space in the
main room, new cases will be added,
new front put in, new awning erected and
the interior of the place all neatly painted
and decorated. Jordan & Clapp have
the contract for the new front, 9. &.
Young is building the new cases, &. ID.
Leach is doing the interior decorating
and S. 0. Kenyon is the awning artist.
Mr.. Engel is thorough business man
and understands the bakery business
from A to H. He has made success OF
the bakery business 10 Paw Paw and
can now look forward to a most success
ful business career. He is deserving of
the support and encouragement of local
people.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
ODD FELLOWS WERE
GIVEN fine SPREAD
LocalLodge guests of Glen
dale. Hosts noted for
their Hospitality.

The Paw Paw Odd Fellows were
guests of their Glendale brothers at
the latter place last Monday night.
About 33 of the local members journeyed
to Glendale to partake of the hospitality
for which the Glendale Odd Fellows
have long been noted. This occasion
proved 10 exception to the rule and 1t
was an event long to be remembered by
those present.
The Glendale lodge conferred the In
itiatory degree 10 a manner which elic-
tied much praise from the visiting broth
ers. A fine banquet was served in the
lodge rooms after work.
There is a warm fraterual feeling eX
isting between the brothers Of the two
lodges and such affairs as the one Mon
day night cements the bonds OF friend
ship, and all went home feeling that 1t
was good to be there
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
GONE DOWN To
WATERy GRAVE
Hundreds of Lives Lost in
Most Horrible Accident
of Many Ages.

The appalling disaster of the past
week. the sinking of the great ocean
steamer, Titanic, 10 the Atlantic ocean
brings a feeling Of horror and absolute
in regard to the safety for hu-
man life. We are hoping to hear that
the loss of life is greatly diminished lie
number from the first reports, but even
so, it stands out as a INDUSTRIOUS calam-
ity. as the loss to each father, mother,
relative or friend is not lessened because
of the few or many.
The thing that marks the occurrence
with more than ordinary regret is that
vast numbers Of the passengers were
pleasure seekers and undoubtedly count
ed themselves unusually fortunate to be
able to embark on this gorgeous and
palatial steamer. Remarkable also is
the fact that nearly all Of the survivors
we're women and children, another trlb-
ute TO American men, another specie OF
American soldier, for it would be vastly
less difficult TO face the mou th OF can
non in the excitement OF battle than to
stand back and calmly await death, the
only reward being the preservation oil
another life. Does it take such terrible
object lessons to make US understand
that human nature is not altogether
selfish?
Latest reports state over 100 lives
lost.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
ROOSEVELT GETS
DISTRICT VOTES
Convention at Lawton in
structed Delegates by
Strong Resolutions
SOUTH HAVEN MAN ALTERNATE
c. O. Monroe ofVan Buren, and Jas.
II. Kinnane of Cass Alternates.
T.. Reid, j. L. Owen delegates.

The Fourth Congressional District
convention to select two delegates to
the National convention at Chicago, was
held at Lawton ou Tuesday of this week.
The Roosevelt adherants were in con-
troll of the convention, and the delegates
elected are bound by the most iron clad
resolutions and instructions to vote
for the "Rough Rider" first last and to
the finish.
The convention was called te order by
John L. Owen, member of the Con-
gressional committee from Berrien and
George h. Bardeen OF Otsego called to
the chair as temporary chairman. Geo.
r.. Gillian of Niles was chosen secretary
of the convention.
On motion the roll of counties was
called and the following committees
selected by the several counties OF the
district.
Credentals-J. L. Smith, Allegan; l..
f.. Wood, Berrien g. h. Hyde, Barry;
j. NJ. East, Cass; E. b. Bennett, Van
Buren,; Wm. Cavls, st. Joseph.
Permanent Organization and order of
buainess-W. j. Barnard, Van Buren;
Frank Andrews, Allegau; G. w.
Stratton, Berrien; G. II Osborn, Barry;
Jesse Greco, Cass f. S Cumming, st.
Joseph.
Resolutions-E -Edwy G. Reid, Allegan;
A. b. Cady, berrien; l.. II. Pryor, Barry;
r. A. Planck Cass; f. G. Cogshali, Van
Buren; J. Mack Harvey, Jr Ss Joseph.
The committee on Credentials II nort-
ed lOS delegates ia the convention an
entitled to seats, each county being rep
resented as follows: Allegan p, Barry
l3, Berrien 20, Cass II, st. Joseph Ia,
Van Buren Is.
L. r.. Wood Of Berrien and julius
Stern Of Cass we're appointed teller5
The report of the committee on Per-
manent Organization and Order or
Business was adopted. One OF the
features of the report was for the elec-
tion of new Congressional committee.
The committee was not aware that the
new Primary law governed the selection
Of new committee, but were set right
by Mr.. Owen of Benton Harbor and that
feature of the report was stricken out.
The roll OF counties was then called
and candidates presented for delegates
TO the National Convention. Aiegan
presented the name Of Edwy c. Reid.
Some one asked how be stood on the
presidential matter, and Chairman
Bsrdeen assured the convention that
everyone in Allegan county was for
Roosevelt. This statement reassured
the convention, and Mr.. REID was
declared to be the unanimous choice o'
the convention for delegate TO the ble
show.
Berrien county was entitled to the
other delegate according to the custom
Cnntinued 90 page D.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
SUNDAY SCHOOL
WORKERS HERE
Convention Last Week well
Attended. Much Ben
eft Resulted.

The Sunday school convention held at
the Presbyterian church on Thursday
and Friday OF last week, was we'll
attended and the interchange OF
thoughts and methods were great help
to the ones engaged In this work. There
were five sessions beginning Thursday
afternoon. Two lectures were given by
r. X. Mohr of New Buffalo, Mich, on
the Sunday school and its place IN the
fight for purity. Mr.. Mohr is at the
head of the International purity depart
ment, and a member Of the State Sun
day school executive board. Other
speakers on the program were: {. b..
Lewis of The Lawton Leader. Rev. j.
w. Pincomb, Lawton; Rev. A. +.
Nagler, South Haven. on "How to Pro.
mote Spiritual Life in the Sunday
School," Mrs. Mecca Marie Varney on
Teaching Temperance" and several
other speakers on different lines all
bearing Oh the subject OF Sunday school
work
Rev. Arba Martin of the First Metho-
dist church of Kalamazoo, closed the
meeting on Friday evening, in an able
address on "The Work and the Worker
1t was considered by those in attendance
to be a very helpful and successful tive
days work, and 20 doubt great good wa:
accomplished.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
LOST POCKET BOOK
WITH FIFTY DOLLARS

Clarence Richmond had the misfor-
tune last Saturday to lose a pocketbook
containing the sum Of $50. The purse
also contained several receipts and other
papers by which the ownership would
be easily known by the finder. 1t is to
be sincerely hoped that the finder may
be an honest person and that the money
may be restored to the owner.
To find something and keep 1t when
the owner Of the same is known 20 the
finder is as bad as breaking and enter
ing a home and stealing valuables there
from. If the lost pocketbook falls IN the
hands OF an honest, conscientious per-
son, Mr.. Richmond will recover his
money, if it has fallen into the hands OF
a thief or a crook he can say good bye
to it.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
Vacation Tour was Great
Success from Every
Point of View.
SPECIAL FEATURES MADE HIT
FIatterine Comments of Praise from
Places where Paw Paw Young
People Gave Entertainments.
aAnd the hand played on"

p" A nd the OaDu plhgeu ou'
The Paw Paw high school band re-
turned from their tour OF the state last
Sunday morning with evidence of their
good time written on their faces. 1T was
the same story from each and everyone
OF the company-a grand good time
Good houses, enthusiastic audiences
and royal entertainment was awaiting
them almost without exception.
Galesburg was the first engagement
The Gale sburg Argus has the following
to say: "It would be impossible to say
too much in praise of the band concert
given here by the Paw Paw high school
band" 1t also praises highly the good
work OF speciality people, calling 1t
first class entertainment.
The Grand Ledge Times speaks 10
the highest terms of the quality OF the
music rendered by the band and of the
excellent numbers furnished by Miss
Russ as soloist and Miss Frieda Snow
in instrumental numbers. IL also speaks
of Margaret Cole as "a peach of reader
for any old age" and her work being
thoroughly enjoyed. We would like to
inform the good people of Grand Ledge
that Miss Cole is sample of the peaches
in general that this belt affords and
the majority Of our young people here
are capable and sweet. The Times
speaks nicely of the young violinist and
says '"He is neither pale-faced, long
haired or starry-eyed and his head IS
normal, but he delivers the goods with
his little violin
At Stanton the entire student body,
teachers and a number of citizens met
them at the train and showed them ev-
cry courtesy possible. Nine 'rahs for the
Paw Paw boys was the salutation they
received from the Stantonites as they
left the train, also the home yell, which
was pleasant greeting. Mr.. Jennings
the superintendent, Is a splendid enter
taiuer and an enthusiastic educator
The splendid school spirit existing be
tween Mr.. Jennings and his students ct
test the harmony existing in their rela
tions and assures good work and grea
accomplishment. He is Van BureI
county boy, having been born in Law
renee, where his people stil reside.
The boys were equally well received
IN every place they visited. Their visi
in Grand Rapids was especially pleasant
they having spent the day there sight
seeing. They were entertained by Mis-
Spencer at her pleasant home there an
were delighted with the days pleasure
Space forbids further mention of tn
places visited, but suffice it to say tha
Supt. Mccormick and his bunch OF en-
tertainers were appreciated and the res
benefit derived from the tour cannot b
measured by mere words.
Now for real life and good hard wor
during the last lap of the school year.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
BOOST FOR THE
MEMORIAL HALL
Enthusiastic Gathering at
Home of Mrs. DOllie
Conner.

The large and comfortable home Of
Mrs. Dollie Conner on Gremps street
was filed completely last Saturday even
ing with w. f.. g. ladies, the members
of the G.. A. Il. and numerous friends
of both organizations. The occasion
was the semi monthly social OF the
Memorial building association and the
interest manifested in the project,
proven by the large attendance Is very
gratifying to the members.
A short but very good program was
presented. Miss Olive Loveland sang
Two selections that were very pleasing.
Mrs. b. O'Deli recited a patriotic selec'
ton, the like of which always reaches
the tender spot in the hearts OF an
audience. Mrs. j. j. Waters recited IN
a happy manner, number that changed
the mood entirely and was very enter
tanning Miss Helene Mari then gave
reading which was much appreciated.
0. W. Rowand was then called upon
and asked to make few remarks re.
garding the recent death OF Cen
Frederick Dent Grant. There IS no
such thing as catching Mr. Rowland un-
prepared. In three minutes from the
time he was ordered to appear, be re
ported for duty and delivered splendid
eulogy to the soldier who has just passed
away, and also to his illustrious father
who was beloved by his people lie
also recited Tennysons beautiful poem
"Crossing The Bar" This was the end
of the program-but the surprise was
vet to come The luncheon was served
by the ladies of the Relief Corps, and
the finishing touch was great blg,
white cake, with flag in the center
proclaiming patriotism, delicious to the
! taste and beautiful TO the eye. Ihls
cake was made by Mrs. VIM. Porter
bride OF 81 years, whose wedding ami
versary has just occurred. She was the
creator of this splendid edible and II
was presented to her husband and tC
the guests there assembled in honor o.
the event Of 1851. CCngratulatlon'
were then in order and the pleasan
social time was at an end.
There will be one more social given b!
this association this season. 10 tw'
weeks they will meet again at the u. A
K. hall and hope to have good at
tendance.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
CLUB ENJOYED
fine MUSICAL
Program of Unusual Merit
for Popular Fellowship
Club

The Fellowship club met at the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. w Il. Sollick last We'd
nesday evening. 1t was a stormy night
and many members were unable to be
present. Those no came, however, en-
joted one of the best treats Of the sea-
son. Mrs Sellick had charge of the
program, which was series Of delight
ful musical numbers.
The program included vocal selections
by Miss Martha Mason, Blaine Warner,
Miss Graham and DR.. Hoyt and LaRue
Mosier. The instrumental numbers in
cluded piano duet by Mesdames Har-
risou and Sellick, duet violin and cello,
Miss Fox and Miss Van Buskirk, and
selections by Miss Van Buskirk and her
orchestra. This is a musical organiza-
ton made up of Miss Van Buskirk's
pupils and the class OF music played and
the execution by the young artists was
revelation to the listeners.
Every number on this splendid pro
gram was enthu siastically encored anc
1t was an evening long to be remem
bered Mrs. Sellck, besides arranging
the program, was accompanist for tn,
several numbers and deserves mucI
praise for the excellence of the evening
entertainment.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
CALLED HOME BY SICKNESS

Eugene Weston, member of the Paw
Paw high school band, was called home
from Allegan last Saturday on account
of the serious condition of his mother.
X. II. Armstrong of Mancelona took his
place in the band for the closing enter.
tainmeut at Plainwell, Saturday evening.
Mr.. Armstrong is member of the
Manceona band that was organized by
Supt Mccormick and is a senior in the
school there this year. He accompanied
his former teacher to Paw Paw for a
short visit and has decided to remain
and finish out the school year here.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
PROGRAM REPEATED
FOR CROWDED HOUSE

The Presbyterian church was again
crowded to its capacity last Sunday
evening to enjoy the splendid Easter
program which was repeated by request
Of many who we're unable to hear II
Easter night The program throughout,
which was under the direction of Miss
Van Buskirk, was one of real merit. 1t
reflected much credit on individual par
ticipants and also on the instructor and
director, Miss Van Buskirk.
Paw Paw is second to no community
10 the variety, quantity and excellence
OF its musical talent aud Miss Van Bus.
kirk has few equals as talented and
cultured musician.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
BIG DAY NEXT
WEEK SATURDAY
Business men plan Pro-
gram. Big List of Sports.
1st and End Prizes.

There will be somsthing doing iu Paw
Paw on Saturday, April y. The Busi-
ness Mems association have planned
day OF sports and lively time is antici-
pated Following are some OF the
features which will entertain the crowds
during the day.
Slow horse race-Best two in three.
Fret prize 81, second 81 Judges
Daniel Morrison and John Hunt.
Pole team-Best two in three, first
prize 50, second 50. Judges Chas.
Shelby and Chas. Baker.
Fat Mans race-One heat, first prize
81, second 81. Judges Fred Bilsborrow
add G.. w. Lee.
Free for all foot race-First prize
81. 80, second prize 81. judges Hayden
Arnold, and Ray Pugsley.
Best lady turnout-Rig and lady con-
sidered. First prize 81, second prize 81 =.
judges Eddie Woodman and Byron
Rix
Best pair general purpose farm hr-.s
First prize $3.50, second prize g.. ~.
Judges Jey Hinckley and Jay Lyle.
This will be gala day for Paw i'hw
with something doing all the tine.
Remember the day and date, and piau
to spend the day in Paw Paw. Further
particulars -, & week.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
BAD INDIAN ON THE RAMPAGE

Justice Rowland sentenced one Frank
Wesaw, an Indian, to the Detroit house
of correction on Tuesday last, for a
period Of sixty days. Wesaw pleaded
guilty to having unhitched and driven
away rig, from where it was standing
on the streets of Lawton, afterwards
turning it loose. He also appropriated
a lot of groceries that the owner had
Just placed in the carriage. Wesaw has
bseu previously convicted OF larceny and
OF drunkenness and has served time in
the county Jail for his various offenses
Deputy Cone started for Detroit with
the prisoner Immediately after sentence
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
REAL ESTATE ON THE MOVE

The prospects seem good for good
healthy boom in real estate 10 the vicin-
ity of Paw Paw this season. The Decker
& Bailey agency report the following
sales the past week: The r. A. Moore
40 acre farm in WaverIy sold to Glenn
Weatherwsx of Paw Paw; the johanna
Ellfeldt farm of go acres near Four Mile
lake to G.. G. Morgan of Kankskee, Ill.
II. f.. Clough place of 10 acres south OF
town to Robert Young of Paw Paw and
the Weatherwax meat market 10 Paw
Paw to Il. A. Moore Of Waverly.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
TREAT IS IN STORE
FOR LOCAL PEOPLE
Prof. Kock of l.. of M. to
Give Illustrated Lecture
on Alaska, Free.

The Coterie has secured for Paw Paw
one OF the Extension Lectures that are
being provided the people of the state
by the university. Theodore Koch, Of
the faculty of the University OF Michi-
gan will deliver his address alaska" on
the evening of May l, in the opera
house. The talk will be popular in it's
nature as we'll as being intended to be
geogra phcally instructive and will be
illustrated with stereopticon views.
No admission will be charged, the lee
ture being open to all. The university
sends the lecturer here without cost and
the Coterie will meet the local expenses.
While in Paw Paw, MIR. Koch will be
the guest of r.. c. Thayer.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
BITTEN BY SCOTCH COLLIE

Veral, daughter of Mr.. and Mrs o.
f.. Corning suffered a terrible bite from
Scotch Collie dog last Monday.
With her mother she was visiting
friends 10 Kalamazoo. Veral was play
ing with the dog, when suddenly the
animal sprang and caught the little girl
in the face, inficting a serious wound.
The dog was always good natured, and
his actions cannot be accounted for. He
is being closely watched to ascertain
whether or not he develops symptoms OF
rabies.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
ATHLETICS WARMING
UP IN The SCHOOLS

School began last Monday after va
cation OF one week, for the last lap OF
the school year Athletics seems to be
the principal topic of con versation now
and all eyes will be turned towards
Field day, which will be held this year
10 Lawtou.
Lawrence, which for the past two
years has been the strong base ball team
of the county, was defeated by Bangor
high school last Saturday by the score
of IL to 5. South Haven will be in the
games this year, and some interesting
developments may result. Paw Paw can
be depended upon to take care OF her.
self and carry off her share of cour ty
honors on the athletic field.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
Mr. and Mrs. w J. Porter, Venerable Paw Paw Couple
Who Recently Celebrated the 61st Anniver-
sary of their Wedding Day.

Mr. and
wedding and
Mr. Porter % OF
and IN wi q has passed SOth birthday.
April g. 1901
their
Fiat Rock Mich ln 1900 they came to
They children
Kalamazoo and George Porter OF Paw
Paw havete rand-chidren and grandson
G. r prevented by
the Chaplain
of society
added
celebrate of their union 10
mauu 3 1912
The true northerner., 1912-04-19
COULDN'T STAY AWAY.

Ray Wheaton, who went to Tacoma.
Wash., last fall, will return to Paw Paw
soon and will again be fOund at Engel's
bakery Ray has decided that after all
there is no place like Paw Paw and his
host OF friends here are pleased to know
that Mr.. and Mrs. Wheaton are again to
become residents of Paw Paw.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19

ln the thunderstorm Sunday fore
noon, lightning struck a pine tree in
front of Elder Bates house two miles
northeast of the village, followed the
until it came to a wire clothes
line, then ran along this wire to three
other trees. This was simply to remind
US that summer is on the way.
The true northerner., 1912-04-19

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