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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
BLOOD MONEY IN PERSIA.
Curious Laws In Thet Country Gov.
ernina the Crime OF Murder.


ernina the Crime Of Murder.
\ loisja@ Wuvictrr may pay hlool
money in leu OF his own life The
manuer In which This is calculated is
one al the most complicated things
about Persian law. \ Noaan is worth
only hHjr y wNn, and 50 q man cannot
I've executed for the juugGNr ot Il rucre
woman. \ husband whose wife had
been killNl by his steward was obliged
first TO pay half The stewards blood
price To the mans relations, and thus
the steward having hcv9 reduced to
the value Of half a maa, equal to one
whole womap. WAS legally executed
From this nrneiplc II follows that
man who has killed two women can be
condemned to death, rs equality is not
iufringcd III the murder of woman
he committed by several men the
friends. upon whose initiative alone
amy proceedings can take place. can dc.
maud the dVlth of but one of the mar
dcrcrs and always hy paying the dit.
ference in the price of blood ON the
same ground il two women murder a
man the death of both can be demand
ed
Evidently one could make couSld
cradle fortune in Persia by getting ones
men folk murdered Ivy woman apiece
Much the same plan Is carried out in
the case of minor injuries. with this
curious addition that the part Of the
body paid Tor Is considered to he the
property OF The one who pays the blood
money-l.ondou Times
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Broke His Arm

Darlington Republican journal:
Senator H. c. Martin while in Madi-
son on Thursday afternoon fell and
broke one of the bones of his right
wrist. In company with some other
gentlemen he had been to the engineer
ing building Of the state university and
was on his way back to the city. As
he was about to board street car he
slipped on the icy pavement and fell
with the above result He reached
home Friday and is still confined to his
house
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Without haste, without rest.
Bind the motto to thy breast.
Bear It with tnvt as "a spell
Storm or sunshine. guard u wen.
Heed not flowers that round thee
bloom
Rear it onward TO the tomh
Haste not. Let no reckless deed
Mar for aye the spirits speed.
Ponder wen and Know the riyht
Forward then with all thy n''Shtl
Haste not Years cannot atouo
For one reckless action done
Rest not Time is sweeping by,
Do aud dare before YOU de
Something mighty and sublime
Leave behind to conquer time.
Glorious us TO live for aye,
When these forms have passed away
Haste not; rest not; calmly wait.
MceklN hear the storms OF fate.
Duty I've thN polar x idc
Do the right whate'ec hrtidc.
Haste not; rest not, Conflicts past,
Good shall crown thy work Mt last
Schiller.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Richland Center School
Building.

Republican Observer: Richland
Center may well be proud of its new
high school building which is about
completed and ready for occupancy. 1t
is expected to move into the new quar-
tiers the latter part of this month. The
new building is one of the best in the
state of Wisconsin and will cost in the
neighborhood of 500 900 when com
pleted which does not include some of
the seats, etc.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Mineral Point Kidney Sufferers
Get Little Rest or Comfort.


There is little sleep, rest, little peace
fer the sufferer from kidney trouble.
lAtc is one continual round of pain.
You cant rest at night with bad
back, with twiuges aud "stabs' of
pain. with. annoying urinary disorders,
hackaches, lameneSS and NERVOUSNESS,
You cant be comfortable at work with
dartlng pains and binding dizzy spells.
Neglect these ailments aud serious
troubles follow, Begin using Doau's
Kidney Pills at the first sign Of dis
order. You will work better as
the Kidneys get better rest better as
Your back grows stronger, Mineral
Point readers will find convincing
proof III the following testimony.
Mrs. George Stewart Walnut 4 Lynn
SITS, Dodgeville, Wis, says; II am
greatly pleased with the good results
received from the uSe OF Dom's Kid
neyApills | suffered great deal from
dull, nagging hackaohes and pains in
my loins, My kidneys were week and
was caused annoyance by difficulty
with the kidney secrotions | finally
used Deans Kidney Pills and since
than | have been in good health"
For sale by all dealers. Price 80
cents, Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo,
New York, sole agents tor the United
States.
Remember the name Doan s. and
tAlir no NthNr
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Papa'a Past.

Little Helcn's mamma was discuss.
ing the drink question with a visitor
and the child listened gravely to the
conversation.
"Papa used to drink" she volun-
teered suddenly.
The visitor turned her head to con
ceal smile. and mamma frowned and
shook her head Mt the little one.
well, then" demanded Helen, what
was 1t he used TO doT'-LippincOtt's
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

HoTicE TO CREDITORS.

STATE Of Wisconsin, Iowa County Court.
y ~ In Probate,
In the mntter Of the estate Of Barbara Engels.
deceased.
Letters testamentuy on the estate of
Barbara Engeis. deceased having been ISSUED
10 Joseph Engels
Notice Is hereby given, That the creditors OF
said Barbara EnRcls, deceased, are allowed and
limited by order Of this court, until ana inrlnd-
llR me IiHt ts'l.t9 .. ..l.t.st, 4DI., DulnR
the sixth day = said month, to present Their
claims aud demands against said barbara Eulssls
deceased, to the county court for examination
and allowance.
Notice is also hereby given, That the claims
~ presented will he examined and adjusted by
this court, at the office Of the county Judge AZ
the court house IN the city Of Dodgevilie, in
said county, on the first Tuesday of September
1912.
Dated this 18th day Of january, 1912.
by the court,
ALDRO jerks. County Judge.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Sh.boypan Cheese Prices.

Sheboygan, Jan. 10: Twenty two
factories offered LOBE boxes of cheese
on the call board today and all sold rs
follows 182 cases Young Americas at
l6tc, S0i cases longhorns at l6Ac, and
90 boxes square prints at l8tc.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
4 Hero in a Lighthouse

For years J. 5. DOnahue, So. Haven.
Mich, civil war captain, as Hight -hon-e
keeper ayerted awful wrecks, but queer fact
is, he might have been a wreck, himself if
Electric Bitters had not prevented. They
cured me Of kidney trouble and chills b.
writes, after had taken other 50 called cures
for years, without benefit and they also I'm
proved my sight Now, at seventy, | am feeling
fine" For dyspepsia. indigestion, all stomach
liver and kidney troubles, they're without equal
Try them. Only 80 cts at Prideaux & Bliss
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Dodgeville Chronicle; Philip Cros'
sen. aged - years. died at his home
five miles south of the village of Ridge
way on Wednesday, January II, 1919.
Deceased was one of the early settlers
of the town ct Ridgeway and lived
there the most of his life.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

When Santey and His Party Faced
Death In Mexico,

when Santley and His Party Faced
Death In Mexico.
Few people are aware that on one
occasion timely song saved Sir
Charles Santlry's life The famous
baritone was one of a party travelling
under military escort through Il bandit
infested region in Mexico when the
guards suddenly holtcd, leaving the
travellers to the mercy OF band uf
booty hunters. These dcspcradocS, find
ing the spoil less valuable than they
expected, decided TO STAY their captiVCs
and fare forth on another furay.
An inspiration came to SuntltN sur
rounded by friends and foes, he con
mcnccd m aria and sang IN his oW I
inimitahlc way. As the notes ripplCd
forth on the clear mountain mir the
bandits faces lighted up with pleasure
and ut the finish the leader expressed
his delight aud asked the scnor to sing
again.
Santley saw his chance and seized Il
He inquired il he might sing for the
liberty of the little party, and n reluc,
tant consent was given. For several
hours during that never to he forgot
ten night he cnthralled his cnptOrs
with II generous program of exquisite
melodies The next day the bandits
rendered payment by taking the whole
party down the mountain side and set
ting them free Notwithstanding later
triumphs Sir Charles Santley never sur
passed that one london Graphic,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Nose Injured.

The Chronicle; Eddie Smith Of
STANDARD had the misfortune to have his
nose badly torn by having it caught un
der the hammer of a shot gun while
attending a charivari party. In some
manner the trigger was pulled while
the hammer Of the gun was near Mr.
Smiths nose. Although it is not
serious it will perhaps leave scar for
him TO remember the event.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Foley kidney Pills

always give satisfaction because they
always DO the work j. 7. Shenut, Rremeu,
Ga. says; have used Foley Kidney Pills with
great satisfaction and found moro relief from
their use than from any other kidney medicine,
aud I've tried almost all kinds. can cheerfully
recommend them to all sufferers tor Kidney ami
hladder trNuhle For Salc NV MI druNgiStS.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

The homestead of Mrs Il, lvey.
situated one block north of st, Mary's
church, is offered at reasonable price.
This property consists Of two acres of
land, house Of nine rooms heated
with hot water. a good barn and wood
house. all in first class condition.
For further particulars inquire at
Ivev's Pharmacy.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
PniriNk Enpgnrt.

Darlington Democrat: Patrick Tag
CART of Fayette died at his home the
18TH inst, aged 81 years Deceased was
one of the earliest settlers. He was
born in Ireland in 1897, and came
to America and settled in Fayette,
which has ever since been his home,
In 1873, he was united in marriage with
Miss Rose McManus, who survives him,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Hand Badly Frozen.

Highland Press, Jan. 49, The 6year
old daughter of Andrew Moen near
Hardscrabble froze her right hand so
badly while going to school last Thurs
day, that it was feared amputation was
necessary, but at present she is i'm
proving and the hand may be saved.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
500 Per Plate

in New Orleans in lst2. Mighty costly for
those with stomach trouble on indigestion. To-
day people everywhere use DIR Kings New Life
Pills for these troubles an well as liver, kidney
nd bowel disorders. Easy, safe sure. Only
Is cts. at Prideaux d Bliss.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Platteville journal; The Galena
Iron Works suffered loss of about
$500 at their plant Monday noon by fire,
started it is supposed by spark from
the St Paul locomotive. The fire com:
pany arrived promptly to the call and
had it not been for their able assistance,
the entire plant would have been con
sumed. The loss is covered by inSur
ance.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
FrishtfuI Polar Winds

blow with terrific force at the far north
and play havoc with the skin, causing red,
rough. or sore chapped hands and lips, that need
Bucklen's Arnica Salve to heal them. 1t makes
the skin soft and smooth Cnrivalled for cold
sores, ulcers. cuts. bruises and piles. Only Is
cents at Prideanx & Bliss.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

House and five lots, in south part Of
the city House contains four rooms. There is
a good spring on the place. good barn and
chicken house Property viii be sold at
price, and on reasonable terms.
Inquire of the Mineral Point Real
Estate Agency, at the Democrat office
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
w hen given as

When given as soon as the croupy
cough appears Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
will ward of an attack of Group, and prevent all
danger and cause of anxiety, Thousands of
mothers use it successfully Sold by all dealers.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

is its tendency to pneumonia. To cure
your Ia grippe coughs take Foley's Honey and
Tar Compound. r. E, Fisher, Washington,
Kas., says: 81 was tire ubled with a severe at
tack of la grippe that threatened pneumonia,
A friend advised Foley's Honey and Tar Com
pound, and l got relief after taking the first
few doses l took three bottles and my Ia grippe
was cured. Get the genuine, in the yellow
package. For sale by all druggists.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound
Cures in Every Case

Mr.. James McCatfrey, Mgr. of the
Schlitz Hotel, Omaha, Neh., recommends Foley's
Honey and Tar Compound because it cures
in every case. Il have used it myself and l
recommended it to many others who have since
told me of its great curative power in diseases
of the throat and lungs. For all coughs and
colds it is speedily effective. For sale by all
drnppiStS
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Do not allow your kidney and bladder
trouble to develop beyond the reach of modi-
cine Take Foley Kidney Pills. They give quick
results and stop irregularities with surprising
promptness. For sale ~ all druggists,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Fielder a Fielder, Attorneys.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS.
- In Probate.
In the matter Of estate Of Mary Matthews
deceased,
Iettsrs Of administration on the estate OF
Mary II. Matthew'S, deceased, having been issued
~ james w. HutchisOn.
Notice Is hereby given, That the creditors
Of said Mary r. Matthews, deceased, are allowed
and limited by order Of this court, until
and including the first Tuesday of July, l9l2,
being the second day Of said month, 10 present
their claims and demands against said Mary E.
Matthew'S, deceased, 10 this county court for
examination and allowance
Notice IL also hereby given, That the claims
- presented will be examined and adjusted Nv
this court, at the Office OF the County Judge az
the court house In the city of Dodgeyilie, IN
said county, on the first Tuesday OF August 1912
Dated this 18th day Of December, 1911.
By the Court,
ALDRo JESKs, County Judge.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Income Tax Assessors.

The state tax commission has ap.
pointed Thomas l.. Cleary OF Platte
sixth district, comprising the counties
of Grant and Iowa,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Not All Succeed.

One hears great deal of the coun-
try boys who make good in the great
cities, but there are number OF 9TH
ers who go there and get less public
y.--Atchison Globe.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Charles Durham. Lovington. H.. has

Charles Durham, Lovington., H.. has
succeeded in finding positive cure fT bed
wetting. My little boy wet the he'd every night
clear through on the floor / tried several kinds
of medicine and was in the drug store looking
for something different to help him when l
heard Of Foley Kidney Pills. After he had
taken two thirds Of a bottle he was cured That
was about six weeks ago and he has not wet In
bed since For sale bv al druggists
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

l offer for sale my farm situated in
the town of Kendall, six miles south of
Mineral Point 1t consists of $50 acres,
good dwelling house, and outbuildings.
Inquire of the owner on the place.
NICHOLAS KERGEN
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

why are you so sore on that emf
nent millionaire? He has done some
good things"
II was one Of Pittsburgh
Post
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Low Temperature.

If married man comes home lit
tie late in the day he finds his supper
cold; if he comes home little late
at night he finds his wife cold
Judges Library.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

When buying cough medicine for
children bear in mind that Chamberlain Cough
Remedy is most effectual for colds, Group, and
whoopiug cough and that it contains no harmful
drug For sale by all druggists.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Miss Nettie V Wallis,

Graduate of the American Conservatory
of Music, Chicago will give piano and
organ lessons. For terms inquire at
her home in this city. Phone 90. y49
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Literary Chat.

Young Author-Ah. can read you
can read me the way your book has
been read | have nothing to fear
Judge.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Miss Henrietta &. Hanscom,

graduate of Wisconsin College of Music
is prepared to give lessons on the piano
and in Kindergarten music. For terms
inquire at her home Phone rs.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Constipation is the cause Of many
ailments and disorders that make kfe miserable.
Take Chamberlain Stomach and Liver Tablets
keep your bowels regular. and you will avoid
these diseases For sale Oy all dealers
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Do you know that nine out Of every
.enc}4es of rheumatism are simply rheumatism
of the muscles due to cold or damp, or chronic
rheumatism, and require no Internal treatment
whatoverE Apply Chamherlain's liniucnt free
ly and see how quickly it gives relief. For sale
10y all dealers.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
ESTABLISHED IN 1924
BY SAMUEL BOWELS

The Republican is a refreshing
example of the successful, enter
prising modern newspaper which
steadfastly resists the tendency
to sensationalism and IA lowering
of journalistic standards.
Its Weekly Edition published
Thursdays, is the largest value
for the money proposition in the
newspaper field today Sixteen
broad pages in each issue are
filled with the choices reading
matter, luminous editorials on
vital, timely subjects, literary
reviews, travel sketches, original
stories and poems, mussc and
the drama, religion, education,
agriculture, forestry, science and
invention, women aud children 5
special interests, and
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Can Serve 10000 Diners.
Berlin has a new restaurant with
accommodations for 10000 diners and
kitchen staff of 500 persons.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

1t would take nine and half days
for the armies of Europe TO pass
given point, marching FIVE abreast. 10
inches apart. at an eight-mile gait.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Garnet Weaving

| am prepared to weave carpets and
rugs. Phone 296. BEN. BEAUMONT.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
Instructions IN Music

Instructions given in piano playing,
violin and band instruments. Apply to
Phone 216 j. w. ANDERSON.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

Medicines that aid nature are always
most effectual Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
acts on this plan. 1t allays the cough, relieves
tho lungs. opens the secretions, and aids nature
in restoring the system to a healthy condition.
Thousands have testified to its superior excel
lence. Sold by all dealers.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25

FOley's Honey and Tar Compound
is reliable family medicine. Give it to
your children, and take it yourself when you feel
a cold coming on. II checks and cures coughs
and colds and Group and prevents bronchitis and
pneumonia. For sole by all druggists.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1912-01-25
MASSACHUSETTS

A thoroughly Independent and
Courageous Journal, Devoted to
the Protection and Advancement
of Broad Public Interests.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1912-04-08
CHICAGO IN ITS YOUTH.
Il Got Ono Weekly Mail. BY Horseback,
From the East In 1882,

Il Got Ono Weekly Mail. BY Horseback,
From the East In 1882.
Extracts from the first city directory
of Chicago reprinted in the Record,
Herald show. for the most part. feel.
ing of satisfaction In the compiler. The
directory appeared in 1874. Our com.
mon schools" he writes. ARE worthy
II special notice." Regarding enter
tainment for the stranger within the
gates. be Is able to note definite i'm
provement. Whereas, I'm early times
our inns were miserable in the ex-
treme," now I'VE have eighteen hotels
and houses Of public entertainment.
many Of them large and splendid es-
Establishments, not inferior to any in the
west"
He hazards prophecy which has
been more than fulfilled when he says:
I'VE have four large packing houses.
and all Of them have done a heavy
business thus far. The pork packing
ts only just commencing, but will. 1t is
thought. be extensive"
The progress that had been made in
postal facilities Is shown by this rec
ord: "A weekly mail from the east
was received here on horseback in 1882.
The next year 1t was received In a
one horse wagon weekly. In 1888
two horse wagon was substituted. In
1884 a four horse stage line was estah
lished semiweekly: triweekly in 1885.
In 1887 there was daily eastern mail.
There are now received and made up
at this office forty eight mails weekly,
and the receipts OF the office amount
to about $4,000"
In one or two respects the narrator
cannot speak so cheerfully. He Is com
PEELED to acknowledge "a debt Of
$S,977.25 He adds. however. that
THE credit Of the city is now estab-
lished upon permanent foundation
and cannot easily be shaken" But for
the stage he sees no immediate hope
This Is his plant: Our theater-a very
pretty one-has been In operation the
past season and met with some encour.
agement. but 1t must be confessed that
at present the prospects Of the drama
are not f1attering."
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1912-04-08

Annie Gladstone VS. Sol. Gladstone.
Divorce granted.
John G. Lewis ct al VS. o. & w.
Ry. & N. Co. Dismissed.
w. II. Abel VS. Adolph Carlson. Par
tition of lands allowed and referees
appointed.
John Est vs. f. r. Brady. Judg-
ment for plaintiff for 800 and costs.
State ex rel r. J. Hits vs.. E. A.
Morck Judgment for relator.
N. P. Brewing Co. VS.. Hjalmar Sill.
vo. Judgment for plaintiff for $675.99
costs and attorney fees.
Lillian E. Dunster VS. w. r. Dun
ster. Dismissed.
N. C. Gaunt VS. Chehalis County.
Dismissed.
c. B. Mccormack, VS. c. F. Arm
strong. Judgment for plaintiff for
$2S5.SO and costs.
In re estate of l.. A. Abbott, de-
ceased. Claim of W. r. Whteside
allowed.
]. w. Terry VS. Frank Mccormick
Judgment for plaintiff for $22 and
costs.
]. J. Johnson vs. G. w. Ninemire.
Continued to April 9.