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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
FOR TUESDAYS SKIRMISH
PRIMARY FOR FOUR SETS OF
CANDIDATES
United States Senator to Coroner
Full Vote Would be Credltable
to County and Parties

The primary election in Wisconsin,
for the nomination of candidates for all
of the offices to be filed, from United
States Senator and Governor down to
Coroner, will take place in every coun-
ty in the state on TUESDAY, September
!. Republican and democrat parties
have candidates for nomination for state,
congressional, legislative and county
Offices, while the prohibition and social
democrat parties have candidates for
state and congressional Offices. The
full list of candidates is officially pub
lished elsewhere in the CENSOR.
Locally, we may say that the person
mel OF both republican and democratic
candidate lists are ftst-c class Hence
the CENSOR deems it only just to re-
frain from expressing preference as be-
tween contestants. All are so we'll
known that at least good per cent of
voters will be able to make selection to
their liking.
Much is being said concerning second
choice voting where more than two can
didates are aspirants for the same of.
flee. That is privilege extended by
the law, but in most places where used
has not been satisfactory, complexities
the canvass and by excellent lawyers is
held to be unconstitutional
Following are the republican and dem
ocratic local candidates
REPUBLICAN
State SENATOR Henry Bennett. Howard Teas
dale.
Member Of Assembly-A T. Jordan, Henry N.
Rentz. Frank NJ Minshall
County Clerk Berlie Moore. c. E. Morley. An
drew HOMELAND.
County Treasurer-Amund Beliand.
Sheriff Frank II. Rogers, Charles ]. Eastman.
Clerk Of Court-Henry c. Costing.
District Attorney--C. j. Smith. Adolph Heinz.
Register Deeds-T. o. Mork.
DEMOCRATIC
State Senator-Richard Nj. Grimsrud.
Member Assembly-Dr. @. V. Porter
County Clerk-Edward A. Schmidt.
Sheriff Henry Sibaugh.
District Attorney-A. F. Drew
Register Deeds-John c. Flanagan.
No candidates for Clerk Of Court and Treasurer.
No candinates for coroner and surveyor on eth
lFaa
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
AFTER THE OFFICIAL PLUMs
Civil Service Examination for M.
merous County Postmasters

In this city on Saturday last was held
civil service examination of candidates
for the several fourth-class postmaster
ships in Vernon county, Gene Helgeson
of the local postoffice force conducting
the examination. Applicants were
twelve, milling from the following p'ac-
es: Stod lard 2, Readstown 3, Valley
2. Rockton 3, LsFarge 2 Applicants
from a few offices went to Lacrosse
for examination.
The examination consisted of four
examples in arithmetic. penmsnship,
letter writing and account keeping.
How soon the the result of comparative
examination will be announced is not
kfour
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
DEE cIrIzEN TAx-PAIER UNDERSTANDS

Senator Teasdale il going over our
county this week telling the people in
speech and privately Of his great ac-
complishment in two sessions q the
legislature = the most recklessly ex-
travagant sessions in the states history
during which time the state tax of Yer
non county mounted from $43, 27l AZ in
1912, to 500, 376 81 last year; sessions
of which Governor MeGovern said the
senate members associated with Sena-
tor Teasdale, voted appropriations Of
SD, 600. 900 within thirty minutes with.
out so much as casual discussion OF
their merits. In these days of just
complaint shout excesive taxation we
are greatly mistaken in the temper Of
Vernon county people if they give sane.
tion to that character of work or mer
who performed it.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
1.-THE yIRGINrAN"

No description could adequately tell
in advance all the details chat go to
make THE Virginian" a play that
takes high rank among the worthy
plays that endure. That it amply de-
serves the fine patronage accorded it is
evident from the fact that it attracts
theatre goers time and time again. A
play that bears successful REPETITION
must possess merit and true artistic
worth, Jones and Cranes production
of this famous story is said to be by far
the most pretentious yet put forth by
this firm of producers. 1t will be the
attraction at the Opera house Friday
night, good seats at 50 cents, few at
75
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
Storm and liaII Damage

Southwest. south ard southeast terri
tory from Viroqua suffered even great.
week. In fact number Of tobacco
crops were ruined and many severely
damaged; corn, too, has been mangled
and broken by high winds.
Many have commenced tobacco har.
vest, few finished. majority OF grow
ers are suckering. The bulk of she'd
ding will be done after September 10
or Is The weed is making fast since
late rains,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
HORSE KICK CAUSES DEATH
Hon. Van S. Bennett the Victim
Funeral at Rockton Today

There vas general sorrow among our
people when, or Monday, announcement
of the tragic death of Elk Senator Van
S. Bennett was MADE from his home at
Rockton. Sunday morning he lead two
horses to the pasture and when setting
them loose one playfuny turned and
kicked him, the blow inflieting a rup-
ture of the stomach, causing death
Monday afternoon Funeral is being
conducted at Rockton, this afternoon,
where this welI-known and popular cit
izen long lived. A suitable tribute to
the life and character of Mr.. Bennett
VIII be published in the CENSOR next
Uaek
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
FARMERs no ATTEND PIcNIc
Stock and Farm Demonstration at
Asylum Next Monday

After weeks of preparation Superin-
tendent Buffers announces that every
thing is in readiness for the big crop
demonstration to be held at the county
asylum farm next Monday. c. P. Nor
cord, superintendent of farmers insti-
tu.es, will be in charge of the meeting,
assisted by Superintendent Buffers and
7. G. Brown If the Virouua high school,
A program replete with features of es-
pecial interest to Vernon county farm
ers has been prepared and record
breaking crowd of farmers and their
families are expected to attend.
How to test cows and how to elimi-
nate the ''boarder' from the herd will
be the principal subject of discussion.
Other topics which will come up for
consideration are: Care of manure on
the farm, pedigreed grains, alfalfa cul-
ture and the effect of innoculation.
The pupils of the Viroqua high school
made a careful test of the dairy herd
at the asylum farm last year. obtaining
some interesting results which will be
reviewed and explained at the meeting.
In addition to listening to talks on
the various farm problems up for dis
cussion, the guests will make tour of
inspection about the farm to look over
the live stock and see the crop expert
ments that are being carried on there.
That every farmer present will join in
the discussion and give other farmers
the benefit of his personal experience
is the hope of the committee.
For the wives and daughters of the
farmers, Miss Elizabeth Kelly of the
university faculty will speak on ssVital
Influence in the Home"
Everyone is invited to bring basket
lunch and join in a big get-to-gethey
picnic to be held on the grounds at
noon. Coffee will be served free.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
A Viroaua HnsniraI

! have opened a private hospital in
the residence formerly occupied by E.
H. Officer and invite all in need of care
and nursing to make use of my place.
have strong recommendation from
Kansas City physicians and surgeon
for whom | have nursed patients. Al
Viroqua doctors recommend establish
ment Of this hospital It will be con-
venience and save much expense to the
afflicted Telephone number 3i6
MRS. ED. NORRIS.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

lAulNOflEeQ the SefeIAl candidates WHOSE
names appear below for which the nominal
rate OF $500 is chargedl
FOR MEMBER OF ASSEMBLY
To THE VOTERS OF VERNON COUNTY; Hav,
ing been requested bS number OF friends
come candidate for Member OF Assembly
subject 10 the VIII Of the people ut the Sep
temhere primary election. As one OF the
heavy tax payers OF the county. ! realize that
we are burdeued with an army OF commits.
sions that are useless except TO furnish Jobs
for hundreds of inspectors. game wardens.
etc and fully believe that ALL should he abol.
shed except those which are an absolute nee.
esSity, and can show that they are a benefit
70 the people. and not a burden. believe we
should be allowed more home rule, Practical
ly all the work that Is done that Is necessary.
can and should be none by our local oficers,
and II they fail TO do their duty the people
have their remedy and can apply Il. be.
lieve the income tax law should be amended or
repealed. As IL is. Il is certainly very unjust,
and is an announcement TO anyone TO convert
his property into money. and only have TO pay
on the income from that source, which menans
that person can have $4,000 loaned out and
not pay as much tax as the poor person
who owns q small home worth $1,000 Every
person should share their part in paying for
the running OF our state county and other
goyerement. be sley rich or IN moderate cir.
cumstances. and We should endeavor 90 run
that government as economically as possible.
Every sheriff and constable can be II they are
not now. game warden and save AZ least
100000 Ia that way. This Is only one OF the
many useless ways IN whicn our money IS
spent Give Us more home rule and less dicta.
tion from the commissioners at Madison.
believe In q state university but not In uni
versity state.
These are a few things that / believe in and
II should be your choice to represent you
promise to labor for all that is right and wori
against anything that in my Judgment i
WronQ
| have neither the time nor the rscrey Il
make an extensive campaign, and therefore
Will leave the matter to my friends h0ptue
| thar all win be well and that whoever YOU
choose 70 represent you will labor for lox
taxes. await your decision. Yours for eco
nomical and good government.
Viroqua. July 10. 1914. r. NJ MIEsHALL.
FOR STATE SENATOR
To the voters Of the Thirty-first Senatorial
districts / hereby announce myself q candi
date for reelection as state senator from the
/ Thirty.hrst district Of Wisconsin. comprising
| the counties of Jackson. Monroe and vernon
and ask your vote for the denomination at the
| primaries, to be held September !. 1914. II
asking denomination do 50 on my record
as senator from this district for the past foul
years and believe II Is such as 10 entitle ms
TO the customary second term, a&
aENH
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

The undersigned will sell at public
auction at Viroqua, Friday, August rs,
and at Cashton, Saturday August 70, q
carload Of horses and colts from to
years old. All well bred stuff, both
driving and draft bred stock. Several
exactly well-matched pairs of both
kinds. Sale will commence at 10 O'Clock
at Southeastern stock yards. Terms
made known on day of sale.
WRIGHT & WIBYE, Owners.
Andrew HOMELAND, Auct.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
Oneninp Date Near

Opening date Of the Ned Alvord, Inc.
''big shows at small prices" is not far
off. At Gay Coney Island will be the
first offering. The great musical com.
edy is due at the Opera House on Mon
day, August 81. From that date for
ward almost every week will see an
Alvord show in Vircqua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
BIoomingdaIe Hospitality Appreciated

But for foul weather, which set in
before noon last Saturday, the district
Odd Fellow gathering there would have
been largely attended. Bad as was the
weather fifty or more were on hand to
accept of the fine dinner and general
hospitality of Bloomingdale fraters and
citizens. Deputy Grand Master P. w.
Mahoney of Lacrosse, made an address
that hit the three-link fraternal mark.
A great number of Viroqua Odd Fellow
and their wives regret their inability to
90 because of inclement weather.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
TOBACCO Lath

We have just received two cars Of
very choice tobacco lath. The wise to-
bacco grower viii make arrangements
now for bis requirements in this line
before our stock is exhausted.
JOHN z. MUM & Sons LBR. Co.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
Where You win Find Ne

/ have opened horseshoeing shop in
the Halvorson brick shop on south Main
street. where will be pleased to serve
the public. GEORGE GRIFFIN.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
NV p1Ar,osm ~ HG SRIsel rdAspALr,


Against my protest the democratic county con-
yention nominated me for member Of assembly
for Vernon county will not snlicit votes, but II
by some miracle. | be elected | will work for re-
peal Of present costly troublesome primary eiec-
ton law; for taxation of notes and mortgages.
same az OF land and cattle: for creation Of one
more commission Of three men In each county 70
diaplace the expensive. unbusinesslike county
board system: for changing state income tax law
to make Il more like that in European countries.
graduated. and to apply TO classes who nov, pay
no tax; TO abolish state road law repeal fool laws;
lower salaries: cut down state expenses: reduce
horde Of employees. and rid the state Of LaFollet-
teisn and costly progressiveism
s CANDIDATE Did FOR COUNTY cLtRK
To THE ELECT0Hs or VERNON COUNTY: j
hereby announce myself candidate for Coun-
IS Clerk subject 70 the aeson Of the repubil.
can party to be taken at the primary election
September ]. next. served seven years as
town clerk in Jefferson. two years az under
sheriff and two years as sheriff. and believing
in the capacities mentioned respectfully so
iicit your votes l shall give the affairs OF the
once my entire and undivided attention.
ANDREW HOMELAND. Virequa. Wis.
DENOMINATION FOR COUNTY CLERK
To Republicans Of Vernon county: am Q
candidate for denomination 70 the once OF
County Clerk trust that my services In the
past have been Of 8 nature and quality THAI
they recommend me for continuance, ! fully
appreciate the good win and consideration
that have been accorded me By my party and
friends and solicit support al the approaching
" "'"i' IN MOORE
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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE--One work team, two
coach colts, three and four years old;
also full-blooded Duroc Jersey swine,
either sex. Inquire of G. E. South
werth, LaFarge, Wis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
Rrinr in Yonr PonIlru

A poultry car will be at the Milwau-
kee depot on Monday, August 81 Fol.
lowing prices will be paid: Hens lOa.
springs 10. cocks Z. ducks TO- Higher
prices will be paid il the market war
rants it. The Lauderdale Egg Market
guarantees prices and fair treatment.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE Several stave silos Of diff
ferent sizes. am prepared to make
unusual prices on these silos because
they are surplussage Of the season.
Call on or write me Immediately. Phil
ip Appleman, Bloomingdale, Westby
postoffice.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE "A farm, will rent for cash
or will accept Viroqua residential prop
erty IN exchange. Farm consists of
40 acres and is located one mile north
west of Towerville, Wis, E. r. john
son, r. 5. Soldiers Grove
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

Gilman Hockenberry has become
Viroqua agent for the Milwaukee Journ-
al. selling on the street and makes de-
livery anywhere in the city.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE "A seven room house and
one lot located on Main street. For
terms and particulars call on M. v. B.
Richards, Viroqua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

Mrs n r. Nelson and daughter
Nora and Miss Peterson of Lacrosse.
were guests OF H. E. Rogers and Mrs.
A. o. Larson.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

A good tima over excellent roads is
Register Mork' 8 report OF a family
iaunt through the state of Iowa,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE-A high grade Hoistein
bull, s months. ready for service. One
OF my own raising, good animal. ].
II. McLees, Viroqua, Rs.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE-As Newry. ten horse gas
oline engine, grist mill corn crnsher,
two ELEVATORS, 22-foot line shaft, sever
al pulleys and belts. All in good run
ming order. Will sell cheap. Call on
or write Jos. Frydinlund. R. 2, Cash
ton
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE Good five-year-o id horse,
well broken to drive single or double.
Will sell reasonable. Inqire Of Tuhus
& Clark.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SA1.EA moving picture show,
nicely equipped and located, bigmoney
maker. Second hand store, making
at present time from $3.50 to $500 a
month, good reason for selling Bill
lard hall and bowling alley, doing a big
business. Address Box 435, Three
Forks, Montana.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
ESTABLISHED 1855
WANT AID. COLUMN


For SALE-My beautiful modern cor
ner residence will be sold at a bargain
If taken at once-Sl, 100 down, balance
to suit purchaser. For particulars
write or call on Chas. E. Phillips, Viro-
qua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
FRANK Il. ROGERS.
R0R COUNTY TREASURER

III have merited an endorsement in my Of
hcial capacity as treasurer Of the county dur
ing the past term. beg to submit my candi-
dacy to republicans and others for re-elec-
zion. ! can only promise ms best efforts for
support.accorded me. Nervtrply
AMUND BELLAND.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
VrOq c@s nnbsaf FOR COUNTY cE. rEssrhh
HoyE Edk cou xrsa eIrE MS

To Republicans Of Vernon county: am {
candidate for re-uomi nation 10 the ONCE OIL
County Clerk. / trust that my services 10 tbs
past have been Of s. nature and quality thai
they recommend me for continuance; FULL
appreciate the good win and consideration
that have been accorded me By my party apt
friends and solicit support al the approaching
primary. Very truly, -
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE : Good barn IN rear of nay
residence property. Inquire of Mrs.
Albion Lindemsnn.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
ua' F ~ E II OF + DEEDS g 81

On advice and solicitation of people having
business with the Register of Deeds office.
wish to announce that such solicitation has
determined my course in again standing for
II my administration Of the affairs OF the
place has been satisfactory 70 the people gem
orally, / am willing and prepared 10 serve
them for another term. Yours truly,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE The desirable Purdy res
dence on south Main street. For par
ticulars call on J.. w, Thayer. No bet
ter property in viroqua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE-A conveniently located
house adjoining school house grounds in
Viroqua. Suitable for family who
wants to keep school byarders 3. good
place at right prics If taken soon.
Address Melvin Steenberg, DeSoto, Wis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

FOR SALE--Two good mich cows to
ireshen this fall, two high grade Jersey
heifers two years old, yearling grade
Holstein bull. one 5-months Jersey bull
eligible to registry; brood sows to far
row this month. H. r. Vergeront.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE = Eighty acres one mile out
from Westby, g5Sa soil all under culti-
walton excep' fine grove near the
buildings; holse lSx38 and 16x24x16,
addition 16x24, summer kitchen 12xl6,
wood shed l2xl4, barn 20x42x16 with
two leins-to 1896, granary 24x40, hog
house 1924, chicken house SKIP, tobac-
co shed 26x72xl4. 10 cows years old,
II young stock, sows, 20 pigs, all
machinery, tools and this years crop,
all for Sll, 900 co. J. J Thorson, West
by. Wis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FoR cLERK OF c(lUkT

7 UesIrt % duDOuUtE 20 LHE FttpUU IN FVt
ers OF Vernon county that il Is my pu pose 70
be a candidate for denomination TO tie ONCE
of Clerk Of the Circuit Court For the support
OF friends at the September primary shall be
truly grateful. Respectfully yours
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
PnR cnun1Y cLEkK

To voters Of Vernon county:-f am a candi.
date for the republican nomination for County
Clerk at the approaching primary. ! solicit
the support OF my neighbors and friends thro-
uRhout the county. piedging my best efforts
and undivided time to the work II nominated
and elected. Respectfully yours,
NffOoua IuIy O. ~. MORLEY.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
cAHnInArE koR sHERIFF
Town Of For est. May 5, 1914.
II CANDIDATE FoR SHERIFF

am N The Held as an asplrant Tor inc shcr
iff's once and will be candidate for nomin
ton 81 the primaries. 1 have been working
republican IN the ranks and now solicit the
support Of my fxiends. / am now under-sher-
III With the present sheriff. II win be my
earnest purpose to give the people careful,
business administration If nominated and
elected. -
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For RENT Rooms on second floor.
Inquire at Mrs. A. 0. Larson's milli-
merry store.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE-A lady's bicycle, new
tires; will be sold cheap if taken soon.
Edward A. Schmidt, Viroqua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
For Rent

FoR RBNr--Rooms. Inquire Of Char
lie Hauge. east Of Lutheran church on
South Main street.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26
POLITICAL ADVERTISING

authorized by the several candidates whose
names appear below, for which the nominal
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-08-26

For SALE ~On easy terms, my farm
of los acres, 81 miles southeast Of Viro-
qua, 1873 acres improved, 80 acres fine
timber, good l0-room house 40xS0, base
ment barn, liz foot tobacco shed, con-