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The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
coNVIcTS LYNCH NEGRO
Startling Drama in Wyoming Peni-
Tertiary at Cheyenne

Cheyenne, Wyo, Oct Prank
Wigfell a negro, who assaulted Mrs.
Julia Higgins, II years old at Raw
line on Monday night, was lynched TO
day by convicts in the Rawline State
.Penitentiary, where he had been
transferred for safe keeping from the
county Jail.
The penitentiary lynching, one Of
the most remarkable in the history of
the West, followed the failure of a
mob of several hundred persons TO
get possession of the man before day
light today.
Wigfall, who fled into the hills near
Cherokee after assaulting Mrs,
Higgins. was captured by posses last
night near Fort Steele and taken
back TO RAWLINGS Angry citizens,
carrying ropes and shotguns, immed.
lately gathered about the jail They
became so threatening that the pris-
oner was taken to the State peni-
Tertiary in the same town.
At daylight, the 300 conyicts in the
pentitentiary learned OF Wigfall's pres
I.
they were being marched 20 the
broom factory. ten prisoners sudden
ly leaped upon the guards and the
turnkey. overpowered them, and Sc
cured the keys.
Getting a rope from the turkeys
office they rushed to the negro's cell.
They looped one end of the rope
about Wigfalls neck and fastened
the other end to a railing so feet
above the main floor of the prison
rotunda.
Cursing. their yens mingling with
the pleadings of the negro for mercy
the convicts seized Wigfall and
hurled him over the railing into the
rotunda. He fell twenty-three feet
and his neck was broken Instantly
A remarkable scene followed Sat
ished that their victim was dead, the
prisoners made no effort TO escape.
Instead. without a word, they reform
ed their lines and waited, ready to
march to their daily tasks. Then ad-
ditional guards rushed to the cell
floor and ordered the convicts to their
cells instead OF sending them to
work
Wigfalrs crime was most brutal.
He appeared at the Higgins home and
finding only the aged Mrs Higgins
there. demanded admittance The
woman refused to open the door
Securing am axe. the negro chopped
the door down and rushed into the
house. Despite her age Mrs. Higgins
fought him desperately before she
was oyerpowered.
The crime was discovered boy neigh
bors, who found Mrs Higgins uncon-
sciOus She was taken to hospital.
and after recovering consciousness.
gave a good description of her assail-
amt She is still in a critical coudi-
ton Minal escaped into the hills
but Wos closely pursued by posses.
Worn out by chase lasting thirty-siX
hours. he was easily captured when
located.
Wigfal had served two terms for
similar crimes. having been released
only recently.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
Because it Com
tains No Alcohol
or D a gerOus
Drugs it is Fine
for the Children.
Cures Colds and Builds
up the System Because it
is a Pure and Wholesome
Food that Makes Flesh and
Strength.

When the children have a cold or
cough or when they need tonic,
mothers should be careful never TO
give them anything containing alco-
hol or dangerous drugs. Because it
does not contain these drugs or alco-
hol in any form, Father Johns Medi-
cine is a safe medicine to give the
children. Thousands of mothers use
it in their homes right along. 1t has
a history of so years of success in
the treatment of coughs, colds and
throat and lung troubles, as we'll as
a tonic and body builder. The ingred
tents of Father Johns Medicine are
pure and wholesome food for those
who are weak and run down. 1t is
not a patent medicine but doctors
prescription. Get bottle today.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
NOTICE

To the Tax Payers of the Bennington
Graded School District;
A Rate Bill has been placed in my
hands for collection as follows:
20 Cents on the dollar on the
Grand List of 1912.
I hereby demand payment Of said
taxes, and notify you that / will at
tend at the Bennington County Saw.
lngs Bank from o'clock a m, un.
til 4 o'clock p. m.
There will be discount OF 4 per
cent on above tax if paid within 80
days.
c. H. DEWEY,
Treasurer.
Bennington, VT, July Is. 1912.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
NOTICE

To the Taxpayers OF the Town OF
Bennington:
A Rate Bill Of the Town Taxes of
1912 has been placed in my hands for
collection as follows: 20 cents on the
dollar for the Town Tax, 20 cents on
the dollar for the Town Highway Tax,
so cents on the dollar for the Town
District School Tax.
| hereby demand payment of said
taxes. and notify you that | will at.
tend the Bennington County Savings
Bank from 9 o'clock a m. until 4
o'clock p. m.
There will be a discount OF 4 per
cent on Town tax IL paid within 80
days.
c. H. DEWEY,
Treasurer.
Bennington, Vt. July Is. 1912.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
NOTICES!

To the Tax Payers OF the Village OF
Bennington:
At Rae Bill has been placed in my
hands for collection as follows:
70 cents on the dollar for the VII
lage Tax, 20 cents on the dollar for
the Highway Tax on the Grand List
OF 1912.
| hei by demand payment of said
taxes. and notify you that | will at.
tend at the Bennington County Saw
tngs Bank from 9 o'clock a. m. until
O'Clock p. m.
There will be a discount OF per
cent on Village tax if paid within 80
days.
c. H. DEWEY,
Treasurer.
Bennington, VT, July Is, 1912
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
NOW 1T is
!: ooT BALL

We have dandy line of everything
pertaining TO the game.
We have the cutest little miniature
Rugby Ball you ever saw, made es-
pecially for little tots, or can be used
for den decoration by rooters for the
game
Basket Balls, Striking Bags, Boxing
Gloves, Indian Clubs, Dumb Bells, and
many novelties that continue to make
ours the most interesting shop in
town
We have about two dozen Tennis
Rackets that we are going to close
out this week at greatly reduced prl-
ces. Regular prices range from Sl.0O
TO $500. Special for this week only,
Sc to $619. A good opportunity to
buy racket for next seasons use, or
a Christmas gift for someone interest
ed in the game.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
Strong, Vigorous Feet,
Never Sore
Just Rub on EGO for the Feet and
Away Goes Foot Misery

Just think of it; only 25 cents for
a generous jar of EGO, a pleasant, re-
fined ointment that quickly soaks in
to the pores and in few minutes
brings blessed relief to tired, weary
sore. burning, tender feet All drug
glsts have II.
it's so easy to use, too-no fuss or
bother getting ready-no time wasted
just rub on EGO for the feet and
misery vanishes. Used daily it
makes weak feet strong and vigorous
and draws the agony from Corns,
BuniCns and Callouses. It's fine for
rough skin, chapped hands and face,
chillblains and frosted feet. VIM.
l.. Gokay guarantees Il.
Ask for EGO FOR THE FEET.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
n COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.
u Estate of IOSIA a Ii. RATES

COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.
" Estate OF JOSIAH d. BATES.
The undersigned. having been appointed by
the Hon. Probate Court for the District of Ben
nington. COMMISSIONERS, to receive, exam
ine and ad just the claims and demands Of all per
sons against the estate of Josiah d. Bates,
late of Pownal in said District, deceased. and
all claims exhibited in Offset thereto, hereby
give notice that we will meet for the purposes
Town of Pownal in said District. on the 10th
day of March. 1918 next from 2 O'Clock p. NJ
until o'clock P. NJ, on said day and that six
months from the 10th day of September, A.
D. 1912, is lhe time limited by said Court
for said creditors 10 present their claims TO Us
for examination and allowance.
q Dated at Pownal, this 10th day of September,
a. ID. 1912.
MEAD BROWNFLL
GREEN BROWNELL-
Commissioners.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04

Bennington, Vt, July is. 1912.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04
THE SECOND CORN SHOW
New Feature for This Years Exhibit
ton at Windsor.

Preparations for the second annual
Vermont state corn show to be held
in the mammoth Kennedy arena.
Windsor. Nov g. and Z are making
comprehensive progress under the
direction OF the Windsor county
Rural Department. Y. NJ c. \. com
mittee.
A new and interesting feature Of
the coming exhibition will be a spec
ial department of the Windsor county
girls potato culture club in which il
is expected some 90. girls will be par.
ticipate a grange exhibit Is also
open to the state and the entire show
will be brimful of novel. instructive.
and interesting features The
one single purpose Of the exhibition
will be educational and the advance
ment OF Nermonts rural life.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-10-04

Trouble Is tie one thing for which
any borrower can ret unlimited credit.
Youths Companion.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22
Fall Lake

Ollie Poplinski brother of Mrs.
Peter Teebo, has come to take in the
hunting season.
Axel Anderson transacted business
at Duluth several days.
Mrs. Hawky spent a few hours
with friends at Ely this week.
Mrs. B. Alverson has returned from
a short trip at Virginia. MINI.
Mrs. A. E. Buzzo left Monday for
her home at Ishpeming, Mich, after
spending several days at Section rs
with her husband and son.
AL. Kolstad. the plumber of Ely
was caller at our burg this week.
Several people of Fall Lake attend
ed the wedding of Miss Skala and
Mr.. Delatch Saturday.
T. s. Written returned from Hay
ward this week.
Nels Silberbrand was arrested and
sent to Duluth for go days for point
ing gun at man. Deputy Levy
took him down Sunday.
IA. Graves and E. J. Jackson
slightly repaired the moving picture
machine at the Torinus Hall this
week.
Several of our popular young men
left for vacation trip TO several
states with Winona as their first
stop.
Christ Gasson spent several days at
Virginia this week.
The Barto saloon was closed this
week the place not being run accord
ing to Hoyie. The building was again
let to two other parties.
Elmer Gustafson the eldest son Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Tury Gustafson return
ed home after serving in the United
States Navy for several years.
Chauncy Keefe left Tuesday for a
vacation at his home at Virginia,
MINI.
Jos. Weed spent several days on
business at Duluth this week.
Several members OF the Order Of
Owls from this place attended the
meeting at Ely Tuesday night. A
fine time was. enjoyed by all present.
A well gotten up lunch was served by
Mr.. and Mrs. James Forciea and sew
eral selections of music were played
by the orchestra Of the Elco Theatre,
Miss Simonson, and Mr.. Durell.
James White Of Ely and H. M.
Hershler of the Duluth Brewing &
Mailing Co., transacted business
here this week.
The youngest son Of Mr.. and Mrs.
J. A. HURLEY is i'll with pneumonia.
Mrs. Chas. Nilsson, Mrs. Bysche,
Mrs Peterson, Mrs. Good, Mrs. Gust
afson and her daughter, Ella, spent
the afternoon at Ely Wednesday.
E. ]. Cole and Frank Barrett. on
their way home from Ely Tuesday
night met with an accident when tn e
shafts of the buggy in which they
were riding. dropped. The men were
thrown out, the horse ran away and
Mr.. Cole sustained severe injuries,
narrowly escaping being killed. He
is unable to be about.
The village council met Wednesday
evening and transacted the usual
business. A petition was read asking
the transfer of the license Of John j.
Renner to Clyde Mcdonald. 1t was
voted down by the council because
the usual fee of $40 did not accom-
pany the application.
Miss Mary Stoll of Ely is visiting
with friends here.
Had the st. Croix mill kept on rnn-
ming as the weather is fine, all prev
ious records would have been broken.
So far only three deer were brought
to Winton and only few are being
killed owing to the open weather and
~, oo0Sy 1'his vilI nroOonoto door
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

There will be no show at the
Opera House Saturday evening.
The regular show will be given
Sunday and Monday evenings. On
Tuesday and Wednesday evenings
the Opera House will present a
three-reel special feature entitled
Convict Life in the Ohio Peni-
tentiary." This is advertised as
being one of the best features
obtainable and the patrons are
fortunate in being able to see it.
Remember there will be no show
Saturday night.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

The Ely members of the Owls
observed the eighth anniversary of
the founding of the order Tuesday
evening. A program was rendered
and refreshments served. Several
addresses were made by members.
Expected dignitaries of the order
down on the program for addresses
failed to arrive. The Owls were
organized in this city last July and
already have rs members. John
Seiberlich is president of the local
order.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Mrs. M. Prisk, and son, Albert
and daughter, Bernice, returned
Wednesday from trip to the Crane
Lake portage where Miss Ethel
Prisk is teaching school. They
were forced to return by way of
Virginia as the lake trip to Tower
was abandoned. The were forced
to walk considerable distance.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

John D. Howard has quite crew
of men in $50 where he will give
some property owned by him a
thorough exploration for iron. He
hauled provisions, lumber, boiler,
etc. to the scene this week. The
property adjoins that being ex-
plored by the Cleveland-Way COM
DanV,
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Chas. Silver who has been up on
his claim in the Stoney River
country with a party of Minneapolis
hunters returned to his, home in
Superior yesterday morning. The
party was successful in securing a
deer EACH ,
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Rev. Victor Koivumaki and bride
arrived in the city Wednesday from
the west where they were married
several weeks ago. Many friends
of Mr.. and Mrs. Koivumaki wish
them unlimited happiness in the
important step just taken.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

A District Conference of the
Swedish Lutheran church was held
at the church in this city Tuesday
evening. Many visiting ministers
were present. The church was
filled with local members.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Cashier White and party broke
camp Sunday aud came in after a
successful hunt in the Robinson
Lake district. Each of the party
composed of Lewis and Jas. White,
Sam and Clinton Rapson, secured
deer.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Landlord Cox of the Exchange
Hotel left Sunday afternoon for
Winona where he had been sum-
moned as juror for the session of
the United States Court. Mrs.
Cox accompanied him as far as Du-
luth, returning Tuesday.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

'Zigomar the four-reel feature
filmat at the Elco Tuesday and
Wednesday evenings was a treat
taken advantage of by full houses.
Miss Stewart the baritone singer
also was a drawing card.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Few moose are being brought in
by hunters this year accountable
for probably by the lack of snow
for tracking purposes. A good
snow fall before the end of the
hunting season is wished by many
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Frank Williamson. DIR. Boucher
and c. Dahlgren hunted at the
Dahlgren ranger station in the
Stoney River country last week.
Messrs. Williamson and Boucher
each secured a deer while Mr..
Dahlgren secured a moose.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

The Mothers Club is arranging
for an entertainment on the even
ing of January oath that will be
out of the ordinary. Particulars
will be given later.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Toivo John Kuitunen and Miss
Eecelia Laitinen secured a license
to wed Monday. Both of these
parties are prominent in Winton
and are also we'll known in this
city.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Mrs. Sletten and family who
early in the spring removed to
Ridgeland, Wis, returned Tuesday
evening and will again make their
home here.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Four Stoves, One Range, One
base burner coal stove and two
wood stoves and other furniture for
Sale. Inquire of Mrs. Aspegren.
Adv.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Chas. Grabowsky was recently
elected president of the Mohami
Club at Virginia taking the place
of L. c. David who has been presi-
dent for two years.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Alex Sikkala an employee at the
Pioneer mine was injured Wednes-
afternoon by being severely crush
ed between a motor and car on the
stockpile.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

F. J. O'Brien of Benson was in
the city several days this week
looking up some land holdings in
the Slim Lake district. HeOwas
accompanied on his trip by E. E.
Chapel.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

w. N. Merriam, chief of the
geological department of the Steel
Corporation was in the city several
days this week looking over some
prospects.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22
month. ADV.

Capt. Larson of the Minnesota
mine at Soudan was in the city
several days this week on business
with the Oliver Mining company
officials here.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Peter Western, cashier at the
State Bank of Virginia is in the
city today on a visit to his mother
and sisters.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Gust Lee of Tower was in the
city Wednesday. Mr.. Lee is in
the land business and also buyer
of ties and timber.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

w. w. J. Croze was in the city
from Duluth several days this week
looking over work for the Oliver
Mining company.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

G. w. Tolen returned to St.
Paul Sunday after a week spent in
the Stony River country looking
for deer and moose.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

LosT-Jet and gold ear ring,
Tuesday evening. Finder will be
suitably rewarded by leaving same
with Mrs. o. Risem.-Adv.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

c. N. Stevens of Hibbing has
been in the city several days this
week disposing of lands in the
Wennie district of Texas.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Deputy Sheriff Sig Levy was up
from Duluth Sunday and took in
charge prisoner at Winton for
thirty days.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

returned from the Stoney River
district with deer each. In ad-
dition to his deer Mr.. Gianotti also
secured a moose.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Miss Natrass of St. Paul is in the
city on visit with her aunt, Mrs.
R, Walker.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

FOUR ROOMS TO RRNT.-Suitablt
for light housekeeping. Inquire
of Mrs. Kangas. ADV. 1O-11 If
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

A. S. Kitto was up from Tower
this week on his usual fur buying
trip.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Jos. Martinetti will call for and
deliver your laundry and dry clean
ing weekly.-Adv.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Have your papering done by
Einar Jarvi. Full line of sample:
to select from ADV.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Jas. Morrison had the misfortune
to fall Monday and break bone in
his shoulder. He will be laid up
for some time. .
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

R. H. Shezall left last week for
a visit at his old home in Cornwall
England.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22
/ fE !ss;; ~

id. Conan was in Duluth several
days this week.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Louis Larson, Chas. Mattson,
Henning Olson, Gust Paul, Anne
Erickson and Jack Gianotti have
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Anton Merkle had his wrist
broken at the Sibley mine Wednes-
day afternoon.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

]. A. Sheeran travelling passenger
agent for the 500 Line is in the city
today.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Nick Carter at the Elco next
Tuesday.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Einar Jarvi is prepared to do
your painting and decorating.
Give him a call.-Ady.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Short slab wood for sale. Call
up Jos. Rothman.-Adv.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Modern Furnished rooms for
rent. Inquire of Mrs. Kurvinen,
3O2 Chapman street.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Jas. Mathews of the St. Croix
Office returned Tuesday evening
from a business trip to Duluth.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

DR.. LARSON the
Optometrist is at
H OF Ell Exchange
the 23rd of every
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1912-11-22

Misses Jennie and Sigma Skog
land are Duluth visitors today.
Bisbee daily review., 1912-08-30
Owe Any Bill
in Bisbee? Pay
Before Leaving
Just Can't Get Aaway with a
Beat: Many Have Tried
to Flee, but Finally
Come Through

Two miners named Stanley and VIII
son embarked on a ehoppy sea yes
terday or the night before In the
face of the statement that their des.
cription had been telephoned 20 every
point in the county they left the city
and are reported to have left, also
their board bills unpaid.
Warrants for their arrest were IS
sued Wednesday afternoon but Off
GERS who arrested them contented
themselves with telling the boys thai
warrants had been issued for their ar
rest and that the description of both
had been telephoned and telegraphed
all over the county. They were told
that escape was impossible and ad.
vised TO return 10 work and pay up
their bills. Both promised but yes
terday both showed up missing. II
is fully expected that they Will De
arrested and returned to Bisbee.
Word was received by Bisbee offi-
GERS yesterday afternoon that Sheriff
Harry Wheeler had picked up two
boys on the road between Bisbee and
Tombstone and il was thought that
these were the alleged board bin
heaters but they turned out to be
two minors who we're running away
from home.
The futility of trying TO get away
from Bisbee without paying up, when
officers have half chance, was Illus
trated in the arrest of O. Mcdaniel
and his wife at Douglas They left
Bisbee Wednesday but they We're ar
rested at Douglas for fraud in beat
ing their meat bill
This was settled by telephone, the
bin being paid but the couple were
again arrested yesterday morning on
the charge OF fraud in connection with
the non-payment of another bill owed
a Bisbee merchant. This bill was also
paid and the MeDanelds released the
second time