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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
NOT WANTED AS C0.LABORER
Church Was Minister'S Appointment
and He Needed No Help From %
Canine Friend. .EIGl


A wide-awake minister visited a
neigh borhood for the first time. When
aroused his explosive tones were
rather startling. A good brother who
always occupied a side seat near the
pulpit was accompanied by his dog,
and the dog lay regularly Just in front
OF the pulpit. All went we'll till an
explosive sentence from the minister
led the dog to raise his head and howl.
much to the amusement OF the people.
This occurred several times. and
each time his dogship arose to the &C.
casion and let off chorus Of bowls.
The audience was convulsed with
laughter. The preacher, however.
easily won the day when he turned to
the dogs owner and said:
Brother, 1t may be your dog has q
call to. preach; l do not know about
that But this is my appointment"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
ONIONS FOR VERY EARLY USE
Tops Of seed stalk Produce Small
Bulbs Which Should Be Set Out
\ During Autumn Season.

II you are fond Of young onions do
not. fail to set out bed Of stop
onions" for the very earliest use in
the spring. They do not form bulbs
but are more In form like scullions.
Yet in the early spring before snow
has entirely disappeared, 1t Is indeed
refreshing to be able to ind an onion
bed ready for use. The tops OF the
seed stalk produce small bulbs which
should be set In autumn, and thus the
stock renewed from year to year.
While the plant is perennial, the bulbs
are more tender when grown each
year from bulbs planted in the au-
tumn.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

gets in, the wheel hoe and the weed
cutter will remedy this In short or
der
Select your seed sweet corn from
the growing plant, noting not only
the size and evenness Of the ear and
grains, but the number produced on
stalk. Turn the husks back, using
them to braid the ears together. You
then have convenient package for
hanging UP, to dry.
Dig the potatoes, and after they
| have dried for few hours sack them
and store for few days In an airy
place, then put, them in the cellar.
Sweet potatoes will keep better II
they are dug before the vines have
been touched with frost Sweat them
before storing; it improves them.
The celery will need banking. Be
careful not to get earth In the heart;
it will cause 1t to rot. n M III
Make sowing Of spinach for next
spring. + n. Il
Lettuce can be sown In cold frames
for fall and early winter use. en-
Radishes can also still be sown sue
cessfully in cold frames.
Mulch the rhubarb with manure. It
will feed next springs crop, besides
protecting it.
Asparagus tops not already removed
should be cut on and burned. 81
All melon, squash and pumpkin
vines should be collected and burned
as soon a. they have been killed by
the frost. IS
Keep the garden free from refuse.
As fast as any; crop Is harvested. re,
move the tops or stumps and burn
them, to get rid OF any insect pests
or plant diseases that they may be
harboring. This applies to potato tops,
corn stubble or cabbage stumps. 81
squashes and pumpkins should be
stored in cool. dry place that is
frostproof, va y. IS 3s 81. n
Pick all beans, both shell and Lima,
before frosts kill the plants. Shell
and dry them for winter use.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
|7--77- d ~ = ~ 3 - ! - I
Carlyle and the G. c. 3.

b. I : : - : . Z
Although Carlyle saw absurdity IN
the idea OF himself as G. c. b., he was
sensible Of the conn liment, Froude
tells us. 'He has never spoken Of Die
raeli except with contempt, but Dis
raeli was not given to:malica on such
points," In the letters pressing the
Grand Cross on Carlyle he implied that
he did not offer him q peerage because
honor would be mockery
to a childless old man. and offered q
life income suitable to the rank Of
G. c. B. The Chelsea omnibus con-
ductor's comment to Froude on Car
lyle's refusal Of the honor IL COM
plete: Very proper Of the queen to
offer it. and more proper of he to say
that he would have nothing to do with
1t. 'Tisn't they who can do honor to
the likes of he.'-London Chronicle.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

humble, humble! But that's all right
The fellow 10 q lover. and all ths
world loves him! mi.
The clerk at the necktie store likes
to sell ties to = lover. It's easy-sell
ing ties to q lover. He takes only an
hour to select one, and then he brings
1t back to- change it.. But the clerk
doesn't mind 30 long as he's lover
'.It is time for Mary. the nurse, to
be getting back with the children. But
Mary has a lover, which makes 1t all
right. A doctor, can save the baby u
1t catches cold" KS
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
He Was Nsedsd.

This anecdote is told OF a small col.
ored boy who loved to attend funerals.
and who one day was directed to move
from the doorway Of a house wherein
! white person lay dead .:s.s'
Go on at once. boy" said mem
Der Of the family, gently assisting Ras-
tus toward the sidewalk. "You have
no reason to be here"
Il has. too" objected Rastus. resist
Ing. Use de Grape"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
New Use for Carbon.

Carbonic acid snow (solid carbon
dioxide) Is now being used success
fully at the West London hospital by
DR.. Reginald Morton in the treatment
OF many diseases. Moles are eradi-
Gated by it, warts removed by two or
three applications. and birthmarks--
except the so-called port wine stains"
yield to It.. Chronic localized
patches OF eczema are healed by it,
it is useful In many cases of rodent
ulcer; in trachoma 1t Is about twice
as rapid as any other cure. not nearly
SO painful, and can be used without
risk A. as "A
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Followed Suit.


1t was at a birthday banquet given
the other evening by prominent Paris
millionaire banker. The fun was at
It's height. when lady cried out:
my pearl necklace has disap-
peared!"
Uproar followed while every one
suggested plans for it's recovery.
Then the banker had a brilliant idea
1--WE will place a salver in the mid
die Of the ROOM" he said, lights will
be extinguished, and the perpetrator
Of this silly joke will have an oppor-
tunity Of restoring the missing neck
lace
This was done. ..g3
Then the lights were turned on again
and there was more CONSERVATION.
The salver had disappeared. ,s
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
ROLF GOT NELLIE
I ~ GEORGE ELMER COBB.

De- ~ 0EOhGE EIMeh CO66. 80
II wish you to encourage young
Benton in his attentions, Nellie
spoke John Andrews to his daughter.
"a Nellie did not reply in words. but
I her face flushed and her head dropped.
The word OF John Andrews was law
within his family circle and even his
wife rarely dared to EainsAy him.
Mrs. Andrews looked very solemn.
R She did not attempt to repress an
opinion. however. s5
Joel Benton dropped In to see me
ct the office yesterday" pursued Mr..
Andrews in his usual precise lawyer
like way. "He intimated his senti-
4 msnts towards you. Nellie. He was
urged ON to 1t. he explained, because
. bit of rare good fortune. 10 he e1-
pressed 1t, had come his way. A. you
know he and his assistant at his
store. Role Wilson. are related to
the wealthy Jared Jones. OF Pittston.
The old millionaire has never paid
any attention to them. Yesterday
Benton received q letter and draft
for 5000 from Mr.. Jones. 1t notified
him that he might consider this royal
z Sift % an indication that he was dgur.
& ing on finding an acceptable heir to
His enormous fortune
THAT Ii news, indeed. ".murmured
the marvelinE Mrs. Andrews.
INV so, Nellie concluded her father.
there must be no more OF this fool.
b ishness with Rolfe Wilson. The heir
\ to million Is not to be picked up
every day Benton IL already q young
business man OF standing. while VIII.
B son IL simply his clerk. Between the
two there II no question % to the
right choice ~ R n: # D ~
''Oh. mother!" cried Nellie, rushing
< to the side OF Mrs. Andrews and bury.
ing her tear. stained face in her lap.
The lady gently stroked the head
4 Of her darling and only child. She
/ tried to speak soothing words and
\ finally Nellie became calmer. 4
There Is indeed no question Of
choice between Rolfe and Mr.. Ben.
toni" said Nellie forcibly. Mr.. Ben
b ton Inherited the business he owns
u Poor Role gave up every dollar Of
his rightful Inheritance to pay the old
Ddebts OF his father s z #
ut was I noble sacrifice, dear, :
spoke Mrs. Andrews.
''He has gone to, work like q man
and he H. all there!is to Mr.. Benton's
i. business" continued Nellie. Il don't
care II Mr.. Benton has dozen mil
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
1hs Daisy In Politics.

y ~ OaIUy III PoTtSIS1. - -. 2
She Is pensively picking a daisy to
pieces. Her lips move murmuringly,
He has heard Of the process and curl
osity draws him near to listen. $50
cialist, Democrat, Republican, Prog
ress.' What In Sam Hill are you at?"'
he cries incredulous. oh" she an
swers, Il am just seeing which one
i am going to b." Toronto (Kan.)
Repub lican. n
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
4 Sorry for the Chickens.

sorry Tor the Chickens. s
Dorothy was visiting her grandpar-
ents in the country for the first time.
Seeing quantity Of feathers scattered
about the henyard, she shook her head
In disapproval.
/" Grandpa" she told him gravely.
"you really ought to do something to
keep your chickens from wearing out
so."-Everybody's Magazine.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
rIoodlno stab,e WIN sunllaht. 4

Flooding Stable With Sunlight.
In the work. Of disinfection and pu-
rii1cations nature has provided man
with a most valuable alley-sunlight,
It is we'll known that the direct rays
OF the sunlight are destructive to
many forms OF bacteria, in some cas-
90 destroying them and in others less
ening their influence. Thus the Inn
portance Of well-lighted stables Is evil
dent. The dark and sunless building
viii be q favorable breeding place for
bacteria, and the structure which ad-
mits the greatest amount of sunlight
viii be the least favorable for their
development.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Able Assistant.

The small son of a clergyman who
was noted for his tiresome sermons
overheard two friends Of his father
saying how dry they were, and how
hard it was to keep awake during
them. The following Sunday. while the
minister was preaching. he was as
founded to see his son throwing peb.
bles at the congregation from the gal
Try. The clergyman frowned angrily
at him. when the boy piped out In .
clear treble voice:
ITS all right. pop. You 90 on
preaching: I'm keeping them awake"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
GATE MADE TO WORK EASILY
Cast Iron Roller Fastened TO Posts
viii Permit Movable Frame to 5s
B. Slide Without Trouble.

The ordinary farm gate Is too heavy
to slide easily. There is q cast.iron
roller made for this purpose. which is
sold in hardware stores. It ia fastened
to the posts 80 the gate slides half
way back. In a long gate there ts
always q center piece up and down,
with diagonal brace running from
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Wood Used il Panama Locks.

The sills and tenders of the lock
gates at Panama are made from the
greenheart tree, which grows In the
dense forests of South America. This
wood Ia more durable than iron or
steel. being immune from white ants,
the toredo, or any other pest. Nam
sens ship, the Fran. was built %of
greenheart, and 1t has been used in
locks in England for centuries. The
trees grow in tropical iungles to be
1000 years old.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Commercial Greenhou use.

The foundation Of a commercial
greenhouse should be OF cement. the
frame Of iron and the purlins in cold
climates Of wood. The glass should
be as large as possible. 20 inches by
80 inches having been found to be tho
most economical. As ito the size Of
the houses one 20 feet wide should be
100 feet long.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
That Moved Him.

rs that clock rtght?" asked the
visitor, who had already outstayed
his welcome.
His hostess yawned.
"Oh. MOI" she said. That's the
clock we always call The Visitor"
The obdurate one sat down again.
1.-The Visitor!'" he remarked.
what curious name to give
clock!
4 His hostess ventured an explana-
ton. Z. +: B
i You see," she cooed sweetly. we
call it that because we can never
make It go!" \
And then he went. $$
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Cover Crops for Orc hards.

Cover Crops Tor Orc ard0.
In Michigan peach growers SOW oats
and barley. These have been salts
factory, but now sand vetch is most
popular. 1t makes mammoth growth.
and adds considerable nitrogen to the
soil. These crops act as blanket to
hold the leaves and snow. thus pre-
venting deep freezing and root injury.
In spring cover crops are turned I'M:
dor g,s55s EEsaF sss-l 5s7Ffsy- ,E.r Il. "
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
GOOD cue,,.,,.1

The class was discussing animals
how they walked, got up, etc. After
she explained the cows method Of ris.
ing to her feet, the teacher asked:
III. DO you know any other animal that
gets up like a cow" Silence reigned
for a moment, then one little girl tim
Idly raised her hand.
What Is it," asked the teacher.
"A calf" was the reply.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
!.vvhat is the Troubls."

55ETS .gFs.
lions. Rolfe has told me that he love,
me, and ! believe him and ] will never
marry anybody else.
Mrs. Andrews sighed In her patient
helpless way. She realized that hel
husband was q masterful man whose
decisions It was hard to defy.
II hope love will md . way, dear. I
she said simply and Nellie felt cheered
even BY her poor sympathy.
9s There was no fiction to the $4,000
draft Mr.. Andrews had told about
whatever vagueness might appertain
to the million. All the town Knew that
Joel Benton had money very shortly
plenty Of It, and was spending It like
. royal prince.
cashing Of the draft Benton walked
into the store he owned. ss
I'm going to take 4 spell Of rest
Wilson" he said. "You can run
things here" 81
There is that debt to the city sup
ply house." suggested Rolfe. You
know they are pressing for payment.
ooh, can't bother-let 'em watt
"But you have plenty Of money
now" l5s3s53~
eyes. and I'm going to take one
good fling and enjoy It." retorted Ben
ton recklessly. S"See here, old Jone.
win probably stake me, for all I'll
need after this. I'vea higher ambition
than running a store. You know the
business. How would you like to buy
me out?
IT haven't the cash"
you've got, some, I know. III be
liberal. You assume that city debt
and pay me 800 month for si1
months and the store is yours
II will do that" assented Role
promptly and the bargain was con
summated. I. {.
Before the end Of that week joe
Benton gave the town such q stirring
up as the quiet hamlet had never
known before. He branched out as ar
incipient Croesus. The suits Of clothes
/. he bought must have come from Paris
his neighbors declared. He purchased
naring red automobile, some dia
JQOuub, Auu tOOA al oAVCA6AVoE 1u1Ios VI
rooms at the hotel.
Lawyer Andrews tabooed Rolfej VIII
son. He proceeded to cultivate Ben
ton. The latter began to call at the
Andrews home regularly. much to the
discomfort of poor Nellie.
Her father saw his opportunity and
proceeded to talk business to Benton
On the assumption that he was q fay
ored heir OF old Jared Jones, the
young spendthrift secured an option
on a residence at the outskirts Of the
town. 5.,l- ,5S
. "I'Il make 1t over to Nellie the day
she is my wife," pledged Benton.
As to Nellie herself she tried to give
her persistent sutton to understand
that her heart could never be his
Amid the glamour OF his dashing ma
chine, expensive flowers and invita-.
tons to all the shows, however, Ben
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Necessity for leuuYnea.

There Is no getting away from the
consideration Of alfalfa or clover or
some other legume in successful farm
ing, whether 1t is livestock or crop
farming. These protein feeds are alb
solutely essential to the production Of
growth, milk, beef and pork. They are
absolutely essential to the mainten-
ance Of the fertility Of the soil If crops
are grown. 80
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Too preclpltats.;

Mr.. Smith, could you lend me-. N
mo, Mr.. Jones. can't. And I
wouldn't II could I've been lending
you money for months and you don't
even offer to return It,
ssf''But 4 wanted to know II you
wouldn't lend me-.
& Il tell. you ! won't" 5t$
% well, don't. wanted the loan of
your fountain pen to make out q check
FOR what owe you. But il you are
In no hurry, I'm moi"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Apn,e Trees May Be Saved.

Apple Trees May Be Saved.
II there are any old apple trees on
the farm that seem next to worthless,
think seriously before cutting them
down. II necessary get the opinion OF
an EXPERT orchardist. Under proper
treatment they may be made quite val
4uarle II taken In time.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
eurdoek a. shade for. Chicks.

Burdock leaves make a fine shade
for young chicks. Planted early they
grow with the. chicks and the little
ones find shelter from the hot sun and
from passing showers under their
broad leaves.
OF course, this Is a weed many peo-
pie dislike; and II ills to be gotten rid
OF, simply cut them OF snug to the
ground and apply a teaspoonful of coal
oil and they will be dead for all time.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

Petroleum Cheaper Than Coal.
u Coal is being replaced as fuel in
the great nitrate works OF Chill by
petroleum. and the Importance Of the
change is manifest when It is stated
that the cost Of fuel has been reduced
thirty per cent.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
For purpose.

Briggs--Why did you get such a
cheap trunk to go to the seaside
with? # III. s.s
Griggs-1 don't expect to bring 1t
back with me.-Puck.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
DIDN'T KNOW 2
That Coffee Was Causing Her Trouble

~ j. . 4 So
So common is the use Of coffee as a
beverage, many do not know that 1t Is
the cause Of many obscure ails which
are often attributed to other things.
The easiest way to find out for one.
self Is to quit the coffee for while,
at least, and note results. A Virginia
lady found out In this way, and also
learned of new beverage that 10
wholesome as well as pleasant to
drink. She writes:
:. II am 40 years old and all my life,
up to a year and q half ago, l had
been coffee drinker. s
Dyspepsia, severe headaches and
heart weakness made me feel some
times as. though was about to die.
After drinking cup or two OF hot
coffee, my heart would go like clock
without pendulum. At other times 1t
would almost stop and was so nerv-
GUS did not like to be alone.
IF took a walk for exercise, as
soon as l was out of sight OF the house
I'd feel as II l was sinking, and this
would brighten me terribly. My limbs
would utterly refuse to support me,
and the pity of it all was, did not
know that coffee was causing the trou.
DIE. slzr
Reading in the papers that many
persona were relieved Of such ailments
by leaving on coffee anddrinking Post
um. got my husband to bring home
. package. We made 1t according to
directions and liked the first cup. Its
rich, snappy favor was delicious.
Il have been using Postum about
eighteen months and to my great Joy.
digestion Is good, my nerves and heart
are all right, In fact, I am well woman
once more, thanks to Postum"
Name given by Postum Co., Battle
Greek. Mich. Write for copy Of the
little book. "The Road to Wellville."
Postum comes in two forms:
Regular Postum-must be well
boiled.
Instant Postum Is soluble powder.
A teaspoonful dissolves quickly in q
cup OF hot water and, with cream and
sugar, makes delicious beverage In,
stantIy. Grocers sell both kinds.
There's a reason. for Postum.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

The man who is doing things never
seems to have time to realize that the
town Is going to the bow-wows.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
The Lovers Domain.

The Lovers Domain.
You say" remarked the married
man, that all the world loves q lover.
But where do you get that stuR?
Poetry, Ell? II It's poetry it must DO
true. A poet wouldn't lie.
$50, all the world loves . lover!
There's the fellow who has to sit up
to let the lover in when he: comes
homo late. Then there are the people
ut the house who have to sit up until
the lover goes home. There, also. are
the people who can hear the lover
talking through the wall-mumble.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

the center to the front end OF the gate.
The posts are mortised to let in a
two-inch block, and the casting tha!
holds the roller is let into this block
and an iron washer slipped over the
bolt 30 the; casting will turn easily.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
areed lsn't All:

The breed isn't all and the feed
isn't all. Be sure you are on the right
track with both and there viii pc no
disappointment In the dairy business
Tor you. a
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Lime and Fertilizer. .

vegetables OF leaty nature, such
AZ cabbage, lettuce and spinach, are
greatly benefited by the application
81 lime. In order to grow profitable
crops OF lettuce and spinch it 10 nee
essary to fertilize literally.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
pea MeaI 40 Feed.

Pea meal is not quite SO good q
feeding stun as the average gluten
feed. 1t contains about one per cent.
less protein, three per cent. less TAT
and nearly three times a. much hber.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

Nothing equals Deans Mentholated Cough
Drops for Bronchial weakness. soreschests,
and throat troubles-5c at all Druggists
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

Berlin is planning building with
so sound-proof rooms for the sole
use Of music teachers and students.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Lower Glass.

Bobby-The was new boy In
our school today. S
Bingo-In your class?
Bobby guess not! I licked him
with one hand.-Puck. Nv @sf ~ =
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

(By BESSIE L PUTNAAf)
Save your squash seeds from the
first really good Hubbard that ma
lures. Like begets like. and ii you
walt until the late ones are ripe, you
simply make selection that will
produce a later fruit another year.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

Mrs.winslow's Soothing Syrup for Children
softens the gums, reduces infamma-
ton, allays pain,cures wind cole, Csc bottle-Abs
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

Some people would rather go broke
than not 20 at all,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
Would Expect Him

Griggs-Then you don't look upon
Sharpe as coming man?
Briggs-No; but i would If I was In
charge OF the penitentiary.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08
All Relative Matte,

Blk hear that you and your wife
don't speak What's the cause Of your
strained relations?
Dix-Her relatives.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1913-10-08

Appearance Counts.
Market butter wrapped in butter pa
per always gets the edge in price. 9TH
or conditions being equal.