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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-06-16
Stays Woman of Sixty-Three.

The assize court sitting at Blois
has sentenced TO death woodranger
named Dalivoust, a young NAV, twenty
seven years of age. who has been con-
victed of the murder. under peculiarly
atrocious circumstances. of woman
of sixty-three. She was with her
mother. who is paralNed. The crime
was committed January 13. on the
evening Of which day the woodranger
went to The cottage, The door had
hardly been opened when he sprang on
his victim. threw her down. and finally
battered her head with a heavy club
until she was dead. The shocking
scene was actually witnessed by the
victims mother, who was lying par
alyzed in bed The murderer retIrned
quietly 10 his abode. where he washed
his uniform. which was stained with
blood. and on the following day he at
tended dejeuner given by some
friends, doing ample justice to the
vands.
Suspicion at last fell on Dalivoust. who.
when arrested, declared he had yielded TO
an impulse against which he had
struggled. lie was examined by a
medical expert. who reported that
ne regarded him as responsible for
his acts. but as being. all the
same. inclined TO hallusinations. His
mother had been drunkard. and had
twice attempted suicide. and a first
cousin was in a lunatc asylum. When in
terroSated at the trial by the presiding
Judge. the woodranger. who. since his
arrest has manifested the utmost peni-
tence. said that his mind had been I'M
hinged by trouble and also by drink lie
had been haunted by the desire to com
init the crime. though. strange to- say
his victim was the person in the village
with whom he was least acquainted, but
he had not intended to kill her. Dalivoust
did not utter word when sentence OF
death was passed on him. the jury hav-
ing pronounced him guilty without ex-
J-nuating circumstances, but il is
thought that a petition will be drawn ",
with a view 10 a Communication of the
npnalty
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-06-16
Autoists Run Off With Boy.

Lille is exercised over a mysterious
affair which occurred at midnight in
the town. a pale little boy of ten, In
rags had been waking people up by
singing in the street and a good many
persons were at their windows invok-
ing anything but blessing on his
head. when suddenly a large motor car
dashed round the corner and halted
Two men, who were in the vehicle.
called to the lad. who hesitated
moment and then, apparently thinking
that he was TO have present, ap-
preached the vehicle. He was promptly
seized by two strong hands and thrown
into the automobile. which went of at
full speed while the boy cried for
help.
\ passerby ran after the car. but
was soon distanced He was. however,
able TO take its number, which he COM
municated to the police. The invesi-
cation has thrown no light on this ex-
traordinary adventure, as no child Is
reported as having disappeared, nor
have visits TO the different garages
led to the discovery of the black mo-
tor car. The number Of the car is not
on the list at the prefecture, but the
theory is that the small boy may have
left his home to roam about, and that
his relatives. having al last succeeded
in tracing him. were carrying him
back. This, however. does not appear
probable. as when he was seized he
called out for help.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
The FARMERS EXCHANGE

The organization bearing this name
is mainly stock shipp, ny effort, through
which farmers may market their live
stock for the mere expense for freight
and hauling, without extra profit to
unnecessary middlemen. Through CO
operation the farmers have for wears
successfully handled their own fire in
surance, manufactured and marketed
their dairy products, so we see no good
reason why they. with equal success,
should not market their beef, pork and
mutton.
The Farmers Exchange, with head
quarters at Westby is stillin its infancy,
scarcely two years old, but iii this short
period the child has grown to quite a
boy, shipping as much as half a dozen
carloads a week, and occasionally even
more. To make it lasting success il
must have farmers support. The more
patronage the less expense proportion
ally, and consequently more profit for
the patrons
Fellow farmers, while we desire your
stock for shipment, we shall not send
men to you to solicit it. This would
cost money and you would have TO pay
the bill. These lines are intended to
let you knew who we are and where
you may find us. Stock is taken in at
the La Crosse & Southeastern yards in
Westby every Tuesday, and early We'd
nesday morning; at the same company's
yards IN Viroqua Tuesdays, ard same
day at Coon Valley and Chaseburg
In addition to stock shipping the Eek
change is handling at It's ware house
in Westby feed, flour, grass seed,
cream separators and variety Of farm
machinery. X. T. B. Director
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
THE oMEcoMINGs AREMANY
Cheer and Happiness Depicted on
Every Returned Countenance

Glorious are the DAYS of Yuletide
home coming. when family and friends
commingle in the spirit and pride of
love, loyalty to home and thankfulness
to our BOunteOus Giver, to kindred aud
neighbors. The return Of the young to
the family fold is the thought and plea
sure of life. These are not easy to
keep track of and mention, yet tue
CENSOR takes a chance at It: Iona
Slack and Geneva Graves from Wauss u:
Ida Gass. Helson 0tteson and Frances
Tate from Stout school at Aienomonie:
Rose Roman from Grand Rapids, Michj-
S:n: Vera Cass and Vista Heal from
Lawrence university; Dorothy Trow-
bulge and Marie Sanwick from Beloit
college, Caryl Williams, Earl Adling-
ton, Herman Root, Kenneth Smith
Albion Lindemann and Marcus Amodt
from state university; Blanche Run
ming and Edith fainter from Milwaukee
normal; Ethel Nuzum from Battle
Creek, Michigan; Roy Fortune from
Northwestern university, Chicago; Ruth
Rogers, Bessie Weavil. Harold Call and
Neil Rude, La Crosse normal: Marie
and Clara Bentson, Elyin Stevens and
Milton Davidson from st. Olaf col
lege; Doris Dyson from Milwaukee
Downer seminary; Myrtle Arlington
from Wakefield. Michigan; Hazel Csss
from Marinette; Margaret Graves and
Pauline Thompson from Coon Valley;
Katherine Eckhardt from Stoddard; lisa
Joyce from De Soto; Hope Munson from
Montfort; Edith Shanks from La Crosse;
Dr. Gerhard Fortney from Zumbrota:
Miss Stella Natwick from near Milwau
kee; Sarah Mills from Viola teaching
duties.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
HIGH SCHOOL NOTES

Mr.. Smith Of the State University,
inspected our high school on Wsdnes-
day.
Mrs. Gott was speaker for last We'd
nesday in the high school. Her subject
was a trip on the Mississippi river
from La Crosse to Rock Island.
School event Of the week was the
program si7en by the grade schools on
Friday afternoon. About three hJ1-
drcd children were present besides par
cnts s1d friends The children behav-
ed wel ant Sugt Bishop presided in
bis u-ua happy and serene manner.
Those taking actisg part did themselves
and their teache RS credit The singing
showed the result 6f employing teach
or be music. At the close, q rising vote
NJ th4aks ard appreciation was given
o. the grade teachers t9f their patient
and efficient work at all times.
Sapi Bishop went to Illinois IT.. =
ar teachers to Jheir homes. MI.
son ava family remain here.
TRAINING SCHOOL NOTES
Principal Smith ard family are az
Berlin, the parental home for Iuietide-
Miss wilson is visiting har friend,
hrs- Allie Rjchards-kelley al Edmund.
A aew piano IS added to the training
school belongings
Mrs Colt talked to the training
school Thursday morning.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
GOOD WORLD. GOOD COUNTY
John E. Stoil Returns Thanks and
Extends Compliments.

This is the season of good cheer, of
pleasant remembrance. Of hopes and
aspirations The man or woman who
finds nothing % be thankful for is in-
deed sorely afflicted ana a subject of
pity. Ii is pleassnt TO think the world
and communsty in which we live are
growing better and more prosperous.
Il. my deals with the people / see and
hear the expressions of confidence in
home and people, learn that they. are
growing more prosperous each year,
becoming more Independent. The real
estate deals eensummated by me dur
ing the past fifteen months, amounting
20 fully $3.50, 600, acQuaiats me VIA
facts and dealings In the commu nity.
When one farm changes hands three
times within sixty days, as has the
Olaf Walby place, better known as NJ.
V. Tower quarter section, eight miles
west of Viroqua, it is plain to be seen
that something is doing. / sold this
son, who now has about 1000 of the
best acres III Jefferson town. and
emo I'll land to Parrish his thirteen sons
witt good sized place. Two other
farm have oeen changed by me within
thir, days.
T. Sc things simply illustrate what
is &c lg on, and ! congratulate myself
and those with whom | do business,
that all have heen benefited. / am
thankful for the many favors that have
come my way and want to keep right
on in the good work the coming year
Anticipating this !, wish everybody n
Merry Christmas and Happy New
Year.
john E SToLL,
Real Estate Broker,
Viroqua, Wis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
MRS. MARY VAN WAGNER

The sad news of the death of Mrs. Mary Van
Wagner which occurred December IL, came to
this city early last week from Warrens. where
she had gone but a month previously TO spend the
winter with her daughter. Mrs. Alice Dewitt.
Her death followed an Illness of but three days
duration. The mortal remains were brought to
this city on Friday. the 20th. and the last rites
held Mt the Methodist church IN the afternoon of
the following day. The burial was beside the
husband in Viro1ua's cemetery.
Mrs. Van Wagner native Of New York
ste te where she was born in Ulster county May
Il, 1881. She was married TO +. X, Van Wagner
August 90. 1873 Soon after marriage they moved
west settling first in Illinois, afterwards 10 Platt-
vile. Via, from where they moved 20 Bad AK
county and have lived since in this vicinity. They
were the parents of six children; one died in in
fancy and Mary C.. wife Of Daniel Wise. died for
ty years ago The living are Mrs. Sarah Morrison
Of this city. Mrs. Alice Dewitt Warrens. Agus-
tus, San Diego. California. and Mrs. Eta Brooks
of Moline illlsois 10 grandchildren and II great
grandchildren constitute the defendants Of Mr..
and Mrs. Van Wagner Her life in this eonnlu-
nifty was that of most estimable. honorable
sweet spirited lady. She was life long menber
Of the Methodist church,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
:ASOngof Christmas
/ By JANIS wiHTC0NB RILEY

liant me a rime OF Christmas,
A SigE ne q ioviai song. 4
= ES6. though Il Is filled wit
laughter.
Let II be pure and strong
Sing OF the hearts brlmmed over
with the story of the day.
or the echo of childish voices
That will not die away
OF the biare OF the tasseled bugle
And the timeIess CHATTER and beat
or the drum that throbs TO muster
squadrons OF scampering feet.
But. Oh. let your voice fall fainter
TIL, bleut with minor tsnc.
You temper your song With the beauty
OF tho pity Christ bath shown
and sing one verse for Che poiceiass
And yet. ere the song be dome
A verse for the ears that hear moi
And q verse for the siGa-iess ore
For thoueh il IT, time for singing
merry Christmas Hlee.
Let a loH sweet voice of patt0s
Run through tive melody
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
CHURCH NOTES

Christmas tree in the United Luth-
eran church of Zion congregation.
On Thursday evening of this week
will be held = meeting of the Congre.
gational church and society, in the
church vessty. The pastors resigna-
ton and action looking toward the Sc
curing of bis successor win be part of
the important business to be transact
ed. Ii Ia earnestly desired that large
number of chuccb members and sup
porters shall be present. The meeting
will be called to order at 7:45 promptly,
METHODIST
Christmas naorning. Early ser vices
at z O'Clock, conducted by Rev. G.
Sydney Barber.
No prayer meeting and no Epworth
League literary meeting this week.
The pastor hopes TO preach both
morning and evening next Sunday.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
cERIsTuAs JOYS

Into every land where the birth of
the Christ Child is commemorated, the
three Great Joys should fiji and make
holy the Christmas day
The Joy Of Giving That means love
giving in sharing whatsoeverwc have
both Of worldly goods and spiritual
blessings Letting our hearts overflow
the love aiich is in them. ever incrcas-
iag b. the strength Of its outflow
Tie JOY of Receiving That means
sympathy receiving aii W humility and
.haakfllre snauiHg eleYcift come
from Bim Who sant His oUly Son that
are m.sa receive Sim.
The joy Of Appreciation That means
understanding approaching tho Giver
10 tHc Glfe, understanding love 90 te
refee.a5 r. love-
Thus is made for each Of us p perfect
ali harmonious Christmas day.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
BEKKEDAL WAREHOUSE Co.
=OBITUARYI
MRS ANNA CALDWELL.

Anna daughter pnfus and Jane Hall, wa
horn IN Noble county Ohio. December 5 is4L
July l3 1879, abe was united in marriage 10 Francis
Caldwell. In 1891 they came TO Wisconsin and
have resided in this community since. Mrs. Cald-
well has been n constant sufferer for more than
three years and death came a relief to her on
the evening of December II. -Four children were
born to Mr.. and Mrs. Caldwell, the eldest dying
in infancy. Those left Wesley, William and
Louis, who with the father mourn the loss Of a
devoted wife and mother. Funeral was held at
Brush Hallow church Thursday last.
THE family wish to express their heartfelt
thanks for assistance rendered them during the
illness and death of wife and mother.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
Wen 70 Know Whnt II Menns

There are some piano firms who re-
sort to questionable schemes in selling
their product. One of the latest Is to
chip pianos to various points and then
offer them as pianos that have been
taken back or use other inducement to
advance their attrsctiveness as a sci
ling proposition. The purchaser fire.
quently finds he pays more for these
bargain pianos than the same piano has
been sold for through legitimate piano
merchants. There are several propo-
sitious of this nature offered In the vi
cinity at this time. 1t will certainly
pay ali to investigate before placing
any confidence in strangers. -Advt.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
NOTICE AS TO PAYMENT Of CITY IArts

NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN BY THE UN-
~ dersigned. City Treasurer Of the City of VII
roqua that the tax roll for said city for the year
1872 is in my hands for collection. and that tho
taxes charged therein are subject TO payment at
my office in the south front room Of the First Ma
tional Bank at any time prior TO the 3lst day OF
January 1918 That after the 31st day Of JAM
airy shall proceed 10 collect the taxes remaining
unpaid in the manner authorized by law and the
penalty Of two per ept wl be aided to The taEes.
Dated this 10th day Of December 1912
r. H. Mis- HALL. City Treasurer.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
Boz Nleets AeeIdental Death

The DeSoto Argus tells of terrible
blow that came 10 the family of George
Cavenee Of Asbury Ridge, when their
12 year-old son, Ray, was thrown from
a horse and sustained injuries which
caused death in a short time. No one
witnessed the accident, it occurring
while the lad was driving cattle to Bad
AK spring. Medical aid was unayailing.
The parents, four sisters and brother
are bowed with grief. Burial was in
Victory Lutheran cemetery.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

An odd bet was made recently in e
nearby town. a Jasiae maa bet with
a friend that -FOUR uoatks 10 day
from the time thes Wilson "a 70 be in
augurate5 ihree-fogrths OF ali the shops
ia the United States wopid be shut
down The friend bit a once and
five dollaf Dill from each man was de-
posted q the hands Of the third. 1t
is a safe bet for the business man, for
four months from the day he IN be
inaugurated will be the 4to ofJuly. and
Of course the great majority OF the
shops will be closed. This win be news
to the friend, who has his flyer up.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
Modern woodmen, Take Notice

December assessment and general
fund dues should be paid before Janu-
airy l, 1918, so that the camp books
may be balanced for the year. Don't
neglect TO attend to this
Annual installation of officers will be
held on the night of January 2, with an
entertainment and shmcnts Wood
men and their wives, Royal Neighbors
and their husbands, unmarried Wood
men and their sweethearts are all re-
Quested TO be present
LAWRENCE BIGLEY,
CLERK Nirnnna Camn.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
norrcs o. .nAt naEr..rr.

NOTICE l5 HER GWEN THAT gBEAN-
nuai meeting Cf 4ra FaTmers' #afaa
Fire and Liahta,nE ranee Company z.a be
he'd 81 the ViilsFe of f-rs Grove On ihararags
January 1919. 81 q Z q. m for the election
II seven directgra and tr-u 5act4Qu Of a1Ch ether
b1siuesa 40 may b ts-s.2bt before tbe any
q c. Sfig EH5EHGEE Precedent.
West Prairie Decefu =. 1872
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
WEED IS BRIsKLY MOVING
Local Warehouses Will Open First
Week in New Year

Late case weather brought all Yer
non county tobacco into fine shape, ard
so far as we are able to learn, every
hing is off the poles and a good portion
n the 5uuile Every d. marks the
delivery of limited quantities of bundle
goods Warehouse men are receiving
only sEfi ;ient 20 start tn ir sorting ard
pacing crews on Monday. January 6,
when Il is expected general activity
wi | comm nee ar all the packing houses
Along the Kiekapoo few loads Of
the new goods have been received and
shipp TO OUTSIDE points
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
Ripnt Itn 20 the sc-atch

As usual, Gree. wood is first TO make
payment Of state tax, Treasurer Theo-
dore Johnson having RENTED the full
amount to County TtcaCcEer Rentz on
Monday.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
SHELBY FAIRNESS M-rUAL FIRg Insurance
COMPANY

NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN THAT on
y Tuesday the TIN iay o. January. 1913. a. II
O'Clock in the farare0E5 the annual uestfng q the
Shelby Farmers Mutual - Insurance Company
House Of La Crosse. sis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
MARRIED

At the ne of Rev. /. G. jacobson. IN Red
Wing, Minnesota, December. Mr.. CarlJ. Dreene
and Miss Clemie Wagner, both leading young
people of ReadstoWn.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
Warehonse Help Wanted

The Bekkedai tobacco warehouse will
open for work on January g. For siz
ing and sorting women are wanted.
Men will be employed for packing and
other labor. Preference will be given
tie experienced workers, and especially
our old help, Make application at the
warehouse.
BEKKEDAI. WAREHOUSE Co.
DIR. w. w. Hanson, Dentist, over
D. f. Davis drug store. Phone 2S4,
residence and office, 1-52W.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

More than twenty thousand ocean.
die power incsn6escsuf lamp filaments
can be made from a single pound Of
tantalun.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE My farm of SO acres, To-
Gated in town of Jefferson, miles
northwest of Viroqua Good house,
windmill. and well New basement
barn 32x5S, 100 foot tobacco shed, other
small buildings Completely fenced
with woven wire Can be bought light
If taken by January lst Inquire of
Peter G Dahl, Viroqua, r 8
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE Single Comb White Leg
horn cockerls, for 81. from prize win
ming strains. Inquire of H. r. Verge
ront, Viroqua, Route No. l, old Lars
7. Larson farm
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE Three horses, one stall
lion known as the Aaron Glass horse; |
two-year-old Belgian gelding, year
ling Percheron gelding. Call on or adj
dress Jos. De Lap II west of Bud, Vir-
uuua Z O.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
WANI AD. CULUMN
Insertions Under t1is Head 5 Cts
per Line No Ad. Taken ser Lees
Than p seenss

FoR SALE-Ms farm of 800 acres To-
Gated n toen of Jefferson, known as
Emo h Harris farm. 200 acres ridge, all
cuItivet, d; balance valley pasture and
timber. two good houses, mics
west of Viroq"a. school house on farm,
basement barns. tobacco shed Inquire
of w. J Hardie, Viroqua, r g.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE An Addison exhibition
moving picture outfit, will sell cheap if
taken soon. Reason for selling, have
moved on farm. Address Sam Ro-
berg, r. s Soldiers Grove, Wis,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE-A bed and springs. one
heater, range. couch, child's bed.
high chair and go-cart; s. dozen fruit
jars. Inquire of Mrs. Louise Stevling,
South Main Street.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
ROUND ND ABoUT Us.

The La Fargo telephone exchange
and it, outlying county lines has ex-
changed proprie'ors, F. a. Hill the
longtime owner having dispposd II the
same to Mr. Zimdar Of Cashton.
Friends learn with pain Of the
death Of one Of TIE t0in boys Of Rev
aud Hrs Haskell, q zte pastor on Salem
Ia Fargo Methodist circuit The fam
lily now reside at Mondoyi
Mr. A. J. Lord is compiling a write
up Of Westby, her business interests
ard citizenship. Some years ago the
same gentleman did a ike WORK for
Virogua. and he did it we'll The Times
win issue the write-up in supplement
form.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

FOR SALE A 220 acre farm, one
mile west of Retreat, Wis, on main
road. known as the Bates farm; ABOUT
l6G acres broken, large frame house,
granary, hay barn with lean-to for
stock; tobacco shed. hog barn, corn
crib and shed; young orchard with
several bearing apple trees. A bar
gain. For particulars call on or write
to f E. Rutter. (guardian) Route No.
2, Ferryvile Wis
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

To RENT Good dwelling house on
Terhune street. just east of business
property. Inquire at Chas. S. Slack
4 Co.'S. Office.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For RENT In conveniently To-
Gated residence. three rooms with out
side entrances. Inquire at CENSOR
office.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE-->My fine residence prop
erty and two lots in heart of city of
Viroqua Chas S Slack.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE Fine block of land north
east from Catholic church in city of
Viroqua A bargain if taken soon.
Chas. : Slack
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25
Rent

For RENT - My north business place
on Main street, with or without living
rooms in second story. Inquire at once.
Mrs. A. o. Larson.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE Golden oak folding BED,
good as new, at half its original cost.
DIR. r. W. Baldwin.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1912-12-25

For SALE The most desirable lot,
a l2A rods) in the Second ward.
southern exposure, high, needing no
filling. Sidewalk, ornamental shade
and bearing fruit trees Will be sold
cheap if taken at once. Liberal terms.
C E Lauder.