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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29

died at her home Mt Edmund on We'd
nesday Jan. 2l, after brief illness.
She was pioneer resident of Iowa
County, and was kind neighbor and
friend, and was held in high esteem by
all who knew her. Her husband pass
ed away month previous to her de-
parture.
The funeral took place on Saturday
with services in Bethlehem Church,
and was very largely attended.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
ORNAMENTAL STREET LIGHTS
Installed in Mineral Point ~ Three
light Boulevard Posts.

Service was begun last Saturday
evening under the new system of light
ing High and Commerce streets,
Twenty five ornamental cast iron posts
have been erected and extend from the
Masonic Temple on High Street to the
store of John Peter on Commerce
Street, The line will be continued to
the depot by the erection of five more
posts and the placing thereon of the
three cluster lamps. The new plan Of
lighting is great Improvement over
the old and adds much to the appear
ance of the business portions of the city
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29

with pink and white carnations and
ferns In the afternoon they took the
train for an extended wedding tour,
a fter which they will make their home
on the groom's farm about six miles
from this city. As a pre- nuptial event
a shower was given the bride at St.
Panl chapel hall last Friday evening
there We're many pretty useful gifts
and the young ladies sodality presented
her with set Of silver knives and
forks.
Both young people are highly esteem
ed AMI have the good wishes Of many
friends for many years Of happiness.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
Lecture-"The Secret of Power


DR.. G. w. Wassam of the University
of Iowa will deliver the above entitled
lecture in the Methodist Church in this
city on Thursday evening, Feb. 18th,
DR.. Wassam gave two lectures at the
chautauqua here last summer, The
Boy Problem and The Stuff that
Wins" and he informs the local man
agement The Secret of Power" fits in
very well with the other two. Those
who were fortunate enough to hear him
before will be glad of another oppor
tunity to do so.
DR.. Wassam is young man with a
message and the large number of re-
turn dates which he is called upon to
fill is the best proof of his success as a
popular lecturer. He is to appear on
the program of the Southern Wisconsin
/ Teachers Association at Madison on
the day following his engagement here.
Tickets are in the hands of the
Methodist Brotherhood and the admis-
sion price is twenty five cents,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
A HOME DESTROYED BY FIRE
A. M. Anderson Of DodseViiIe Suffers
A Large Loss.

The dwelling house of A, N. Ander-
son, situated on Walnut Street, near
St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Dodge
vile, was totally destroyed by fire on
last Saturday night. Only part of the
contents were saved. The loss is about
$500 over and above the amount of
insurance on the property. Mr.. and
Mrs. Anderson were not at home when
the fire started and where or how it
originated is not known.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
Surprise Birthday Party.

A surprise birthday party was given
Mrs. John Peter Tuesday evening at
the home of her daughter Miss Eliza
beth Peter. Mrs. Peter received cut
glass dish and other gifts in honor of
the occasion. Refreshments were
served. There We're amusements Of
various kinds. A royal good time was
had by all in attendance.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
e r. U. Lodoe Supper

will be held Thursday Feb .. All
members and their families are cordial
ly invited. Supper starts Mt . 80 p. m''
until all are served. Entertainment ut
& o'clock. Tickets 25 cents for adults.
Per Committee.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
BUYS U. S. Hotel Barn.

The lot and barn north of the u. S
Hotel have been purchased by ID. G.
Jacka and James Harris the present
proprietors of the Mineral Point Dray
line. Being large, and centrally located
the property is very suitable for their
purpose,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
Land Value Increases.

A deed given to Stephen Snyder 80
years ago by the government for 20
acres Of land near Marshfeld was re :
Gently recorded. Snyder had sold the
land for 800, but Joseph Morgan, who
purchased the land lately, paid $3.50 an
ArrR.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
new POWER PLANT
To Be Built by the Mineral Point
Public Service Company.
IS NEEDED TO MEET
INCREASING BUSINESS
To Be on the Site of Present Build
ing, and to Be Constructed Of Stee,t
Brick, and Cement.

Brick, and Cement.
The Mineral Point Public Service
company has decided to erect new
power plant building early in the com.
ing spring, Engineers were here last
week and planning for the building aud
taking measurements.
The new building will be constructed
of steel brick, and iron and will be ON
the present site Its erection is made
necessary by the growing demand for
electric service. The ice plant, which
occupies part OF the building will have
to he taken out, aud the ice business in
connection will he discontinued
The new power plant will be modern
in every respect. and will be equipped
with the latest machinery, including
an overhead electric crane, and other
necessary appliances.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
Unclaimed Letters.

MINERAL PoINT, Jan. p, 1914.-Let-
ters addressed as follows remain unclaimed Al
the Mineral Point postoftice:
{. A. Clinton, Miss Myrtelle Berry,
Miss Anna Bean.
In calling for above. please say advertised.
BIT. PRIDEAUx. Postmaster
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
SUMMARY OF WEEKS NEWS
What Tho Democrats Readers VIII
Find In This Issue OF
Tho Paper.

PAGE -- Survey Of City; Ornamental
Street Lights; New Power
Plant Gas Kills Two; High
School Notes; Home Burned;
County Correspondence; The
Church Notices; The Marriage
Record.
PAGE 2--Mineral Point OF Today; News
from Neighboring Cities; Uni
versity News: Real Estate
Bargains.
PAGE Mineral Point Markets; Short
Story "Orilla's Burglar The
Kitchen Cupboard.
PAGE 4-Editorial: The Power OF Or
ganization, The State Cam
paign; Make Truth the Cor
ner Stone; General News;
County Correspondence.
PAGE Mineral Point of To day;
General News
PAGE 6-Public Sales; University OF
Wisconsin Farm News.
PAGE Points for Mothers; The
Kitchen Cupboard; Announce
ment of Our New Serial THE
Mystery of the Boule Cabinet
Very Fine Poultry.
PAGE s-Local News Items, Want Ads
General News; Health.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29

Feb 1st, "Go to Church Sunday "
Sunday, Fourth after the Epiphany
Holy Communion and sermon at 1880
Il. IN. Sermon, The Praislug Life. =
l Cor. 81. Ofertory by Quartette.
Sunday School at l2
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29

Evening Prayer and Sermon at 1:30
p. III. Sermon, "Storm and Calm" st.
Matt. vIu "a. Ofertory solo, by Miss
Marion Jones.
Monday, Publication of the Blessed
Virgin Mary. Holy Communion at 900
4. III.
All are cordially invited to worship
with rs.
THE REv. WIN. FREDERICK PHILIIPS.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
Trinity Church Notices.

Thursday, 900 y. III. - Meeting of
Woman's Auxiliary at home of Mrs
Robert NJ. Crawford.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
New Serial Next Week.

Read the opening chapter of = The
Mystery Of the Boule Cabinet, Feb 5
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29

Friday, 80 P, m.-Prayers and med
itation.
Choir practices will be held imme
diately after the Friday service.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29

Read the want ads. on page 5.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29

Subscribe for the Democrat.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1914-01-29
Local Committees.

The following committees have been
appointed by those in charge of the in
stitute:
Advertising-T. NJ. Priestley Father Reilly,
Robert NJ Crawford.
Local Arrangements-W. J. PenhaIlegun.
Miss Martha Cummings, Rev. Barnes, George
Huxtable, Mrs. John l.. Gray, George Crawford
Rest Room-Miss Eta Neal, Miss Susan
Hanscom, Miss Lydia Stephens, Hiss Jennie
Jones.
Entertainment-Miss Temperance Knight
Miss Leila Miller, Jos. Maust, J. ". Anderson,
L. c. Stair
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
TUSCALOOSA SCOUTS
 CALL ON GOVERNOR
Fifteen Boys Enjoy March Through County to Spend Several Days
 At Capitol

Montgomery August 6.-(Special. )--Fif- teen young boys, tanned from five days exposure to the sun, and rugged with health, marched into the state capitol to- day and received a welcome. They came from Tuscaloosa and had marched all the way. At night they slept beneath the stars wrapped in their blankets, and by day they proceeded over unknown roads in an easterly direction. Crackers, canned beef and an occasional melon or two sufficed as their food.
 The Boys Scouts of America they were, and though their feet were blistered from the long march, they had no complaint to make. Moreover, they looked forward to the hike back to Tuscaloosa with joy ful anticipation.
 The Boy Scouts from Tuscaloosa were in charge of c. F. Tillery of that place, who is connected with the Tuscaloosa Times-Gazette. MT. Tillery declared and in doing so he voiced the sentiment of the entire party, that he had enjoyed the trip notwithstanding he had been lost several times on the way to Montgomery, and that one night they slept in the rain.
 The young visitors were given royal welcome at the state capitol They called on the governor and other state officials, and were shown over the historic state house by Dr. Thomas M. Owens, director of the department of archives and his tory.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
INSURANCE MAN ID
 BE TRIED IN SUMTER
Alleged Agent Arrested In Mississippi Charged
 With Fraud

Montgomery, August 6.-(Speeial. .)--Aft- CT seven days of strenuous activity on the part of the state insurance depart ment. C. F. Hislop, an alleged bogus representative of the American National Insurance company of Galveston, and charged with obtaining money from peo- pie in west Alabama, under false pre- ter ses, has been arrested in Lucedale, Miss, and will be brought to this state 10 stand trial.
 Hislop is believed to have obtained sev- eral thousand dollars from citizens ot Sumter and other counties in west Ala bama by false representation. He is said to have sold large nlmber of health and accident insurance policies collected the premiums, and turned over bogus policies.
 His operations were reported 10 the in- surance department. and an investigation was at once begun. Secretary of State Cyrus B. Brown, insurance commissioner, immediately telegraphed the offices of the Galveston company, and in reply learned that Hislop, although formerly connected with the company In Louisiana, had severed his connection months before, and was unauthorized to do business for the company.
 As soon as he obtained this informa- tion, MT. Brown directed T. l.. Austin, state fire marshal. to begin a persistent hunt for Hislop, with the result that MT. Austin after seven days search located the bogus insurance representative at Lucedale, Miss, where he was arrested.
 The authorities of Sumter county were immediately notified, and the sheriff of that county was directed to go for His lop. He will be placed on trial in Sum- ter county. It is claimed that he secured at least $S000 through ils illegal opera tions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
VETERANS DECLARE EUROPEANS DON'T KNOW WHAT WAR IS

Anniston August Especial )-"These Europeans don't know what real fight is. If they had been with us at Bull Run Charlottesville, Gettysburg. Shiloh or the seven days around Richmond they might not make so much fuss about the little skirmishes they're having over there today.'
 This and similar statements are to be heard on all sides as little groups of shaggy veterans gather together this week at Schenck's Sulphur Springs, in the northern part of this county, where they will be in reunion for two days.
 The reunion consists of all the veterans in the counties comprising northeast Ala bama. For about score of years they have been meeting there every year, each year the ranks of the veterans becoming smaller but their enthusiasm never be- coming dinner.
 A large number of visitors have gone from Anniston, Jacksonville, Piedmont and other places in the Anniston district to at tend the meeting. The business of the camp was attended to Thursday on which occasion Frank DomineclS of Birmingham was invited to deliver the annual ad- dress.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
Local Data
Weather Conditions

Birmingham, August 6.-7 D. m.) There is general low barometric cons dition over almost the entire interior of the country on the map tonight, While relatively high pressures prevail over the eastern and western coasts
 The intensity of these pressure centers is so slight, however, IS to cause but little variation in weather conditions
 Slightly warmer weather has result ed over most sections east of the Mis- sissippi and the winds though quite variable are generally southerly. Rain was reported along the south Atlantic coast and also over most of Texas and the western gulf coast sections San Antonio reported JAS inches rainfall since Wednesday, night and Galveston
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
COUNTY
 s. s. CONVENTION

Cullman, August 6.-(Special )-The Gull man County Sunday School convention, representing sunday schools of all de- nominations. was held at Hopewell Bap- tist church, near Hanceville, August 4 and 5.
 The reports of district presidents for the year showed total of IS district con- ventions held, district presidents had travelled total of 296 miles and made 47 speeches.
 Six more Sunday schools are reported than last year and other county officers travelled .226 miles, made 39 speeches, wrote S0 letter5 and visited 22 Sunday schools.
 The state work was represented by Miss Myra Batchelder. field secretary of the Alabama Sunday School association. Val- uable service was rendered by the Rev. Charles Wolford from Warrior As d result of his talk on teacher training 19 pledged to take a teacher training course.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
MANUAL TRAINING
 IN WALKER SCHOOLS.

Jasper. August e.-(Special)- -Superin- tendent of Education A. $. Scott is plan ming to put a new department in the rural schools of this county. He states it is the plan of the educational depart ment of the county to give a course in manual training in at least 25 or 30 of the rural schools. This new department will be added without a special teacher as he will employ for these schools teach CTS who have had that training in their educational work. It is believed the work will take well with the rural schools and besides making the school work more interesting will be a great help to the rural student who can so easily apply such training.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
FLAGS AT HALF MAST

Out of respect to the memory of the late Mrs. Woodrow Wilson. wife of the President of tfpe United States, the flags at the Tutwler hotel are flying at half mast. During the day George w. Tray Tor. Jr., resident manager, kept in touch with the condition of Mrs Wilson, When at o'clock he was advised of hef death the flags on the top on the Twentieth street and Fifth avenue sides Were low cred to half-mast. Later on the flags on the federal building were lowered when advices were received from the treasury department in Washington
 MT. Iraylor said yesterday that out of respect to Mrs. Wilson the flags of the lutWiier would be kown at half-mast until the funeral has been held in Wash ngton.
 As another mark of respect to Mrs. Wilson memory the orchestra selections at. the Tutwier last night were in keen ing with the news from the nation cap ital.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
AMERICANS IN PARIS
 OBTAIN CITIZENSHIP

Paris, August 6.-Between 5000 and GOOD AInertcans have obtained certificates of American citizenship in the last three days. The French government has grant ed another day for foreigners to obtain cards permitting them to stay in Paris. The Americans appear to have lost all their panicky feeling since they have been reassured there will be no difficulty in getting sufficient funds.
 The Bank of France has suspended the publication of its weekly statement This suspension is regarded as justified by the necessity of withholding from the public the exceptional changes in accounts
 The French slime steamer La Savoie. which landed passengers yesterday, will not return to New York. She has been taken for military purposes. The liner Chicago, it is said, will sail from Havre Saturday and the France was due to sail today, but it is announced no more French liners will sail until further notice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
RED CROSS ISSUES
 APPEAL FOR FUNDS
Will Be Used to Relieve Dis tress In Europe Caused
 By War

Through the president of the Cham per of Commerce the American Red Cross society yesterday appealed to the people Of Birmingham to raise funds 10 care for the sick and wounded in the European war. The request will be officially acted upon at the board of directors meeting of the chamber this afternoon af 3:S0 o'clock.
 w. II. Manly is treasurer of the local chapter of the Red Cross and Mrs J. A. Rountree is secretary All funds should be sent to him. it is stated, Where it will be deposited in the Bir- mingham Trust bank until forwarded
 The appeal sent to the local chamber officials is as follows:
 Washington. D. C.. August 3, 1914.
 President Chamber of Commerce, Br-
 mingham, Ala:
 Please use this appeal 10 raise funds for the Red Cross. During our war with Spain thousands of dollars were sent by the European Red Cross so- cieties to the American Red Cross to aid In the care of our sick and wound ed soldiers. Now in the hour of their supreme need. the American Red Cross, both for the sake of humanity and to express our gratitude for their aid to us in the time of trouble and distress, has decided to charter a ship and send 10 each country involved doctors, nurses and hospital supplies. This ship, sailing under the Red Cross flag, will be under the protection of the treaties of Geneva and The Hague, and can enter any harbor for the discharge of its beneficent duty In no other way can this trained personnel, so greatly peeded, reach the different countries Protection is provided also for the per sonnel of the Red Cross societies of neutral states that render aid by the treaty of Geneva. The American Red Cross appeals most earnestly to all of cur people. to the governors of states and president of the Red Cross state boards, to the Red Cross chapters, to mayors of cities to Chambers of Com merce, to Boards of Trade. and to all associations and individuals, for con- tiibutions to carry on this work. Con tributions may be designated by the donors if they so desire for the aid of any special country and will be used for the country designated. But assist anee will be given to all in the true spirit of the Red Cross. represented by its motto, Neutrality Humanity Grieved as we may be over this ter- rirle war, the agonizing cry of suf- fering men cannot appeal to us in vaIn The American Red Cross, asks for prompt and generous response. Contri- buttons may be sent to the American Red Cross Washington, D. C., or to state and local treasurers of the Red Cross. AMERICAN RED CROSS
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
TAX RAISE HEARINGS
 ABOUT COMPLETED

The hearing of the tax raises by the board of revenue is rapidly drawing to a conclusion. The docket is almost com pleted, and every property holder will soon have been given tne opportunity to appear before the board and protest against the proposed raise. Many have availed themselves of this opportunity and many cases have been settled by agreement between Capt. J. V. Allen, tax commissioner, and the property owners. Many cases have gone by default, how ever, and as soon as the board of revenue concludes the docket it will commence on the defaulted cases. The following cases were dismissed yesterday; Mrs Eliza beth A. Wyman, Mrs. R. M. Wilder. and Archie Alfred
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
WAR PUTS HE STEEL.
 MARKET IN HANDS OF AMERICAN SELLERS
A Condition of Suspended Animation Prevails In
 Most Directions

New York, August 6-There were a few indications today of reviving ac- tlvity in finance and industry. but Tn
 most directions a condition of suspend cd animation prevailed.
 From the steel trade came reports of higher prices and a more active in duiry The war created a wall more effective than any tariff in keeping out foreign steel. As a result the steel market here is in the. hands of Amer ican sellers. Prices on the Pacific coast were reported to have advanced sS a ton with increases ofss1 in other do- nestle markets Mill operations in some cases were being increased.
 Distribution of emergency currency to New York banks continued, but the banks made no urgent demands and the money went out slowly.
 Efforts were made today at a meet ing of bankers and bond dealers to stop outside dealings in bonds during the period of the stock exchange sus pension. It was decided to curtail such transactions. leaving to the discretion of each house it's course of action.
 New York bankers received many in- quiries from interior banks regarding the value of stock exchange securities Us collateral for loans. These banks " ere advised to hold loans secured by stock exchange collateral until the eX- change reopens.
 The stock exchange has removed re- strictions regarding private trading to the extent of permitting members to close up such transactions as were car ried over from last Thursday where this was mutually advantageous, or could be done without the aid of fresh certification or new loans from banks.
 In a word the exchange is encour aging the adjustment of outstanding transactions. especially where they in- vo,ve impaired margins which custom CTS may find themselves unable or un willing to strengthen. It is opposed to any dealing of a speculative character, including the purchase of stocks or margin, however adequate, and pro- hibits the public quoting of stocks by it's members, some of whom, it is known. have submitted tentative prices on inquiry.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
WAR WILL EFFECT
 FLOWER LOVER
Millions of Bulbs Which Usually Come Over In September Will
 Not Arrive

Lovers of flowers will be indirect suf- ferers next winter on account. of the war. Florists. pointed out yesterday, that mil lions of bulbs which usually come over from Europe in September will probably not get across this year.
 'The war means that bulbs will be mighty scarce" said John l.. Parker, "and that there will be few hyacinths and narcissus and similar favorites. The bulbs are practically all produced in Holland. Belgium and France and none are en route this carly
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-07
MERCY HOME TOTS
 AT AVONDALE zoo

The children of the Mercy Home were entertained at a picnic at the Avondale Zoo yesterday, about 100 attending. The little ones were taken to the park by Walter Metcalfe in the big auto truck of the Kentucky Livery company, and were brought back to the home last night in the same conveyance. The party left about F o'clock and ate dinner at the park later in the afternoon
 The little folks had a great time at the wading pool, the zoo and the swings. An elaborate meal was provided with all the necessary adjuncts of a picnic, including watermelon. They returned to the home last night tired but happy and full to,re- pletion. The party was under the direc- tion of Mrs NJ C. Thayer, matron of the home, and her assistants.