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The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-01-15
NEW PRISON FARM NOTES
BY One of the Farmers.

Two of the farm teams have been put to
work in the New Prison yard hauling dirt.
Wool boots and rubbers were sent out to
the farm Friday last for the farmers winter
foot wear.
The New Year opened up with a change
in the weather and before night the ground
was white with snow.
The wood butchers are busy building
combined slaughter and hog house on the
Home Farm, and when completed it will
be some building.
The two Sioux farmers gave All exhibition
of raw liver eating, the other day. Strange
the taste some people have, the Big Chief
says roast skunks are fine.
Mr.. Ross and Mr.. Bowling of the Ma
chinery Dept. were farm visitors during the
week to inspect the workings of two differ
ent makes of manure spreaders.
Supt. Mullen and his farmers spent
Friday and Saturday last tearing down one
of the old barns just east of the prison, the
material will be used in building hog
house.
Grandpa and his lightning express have
been running way behind schedule time
lately. Grandpa says the motive power is
all in, and can't last more than another
week, then it will be either wheelbarrow
or an automobile for him.
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-01-15
SHOP e
By Sullv

A few more men were added to our busy
crowd this week.
H. P. was transferred to shop E from
the fresh air squad.
L. w. has taken the place of ]. on the
balling machines.
Ed. Strebel our foreman is busy man
these days keeping everything up to date.
C. H. from the old prison is trying his
skill learning to run one of the balling
machines.
1t has been limited around that there is a
certain shop, in this institution that has
weighed, sewed and tied sixty sacks of
Irvine in in one hour. We did better than
that; we weighed, sewed and tied the above
sixty sacks in thirty minutes-could have
done more had we not run out of stock.
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-01-15
SHOE FACTORY AND OTHER NOTES
By Blackstone

Congratulations to the new secretary of
the Chautauqua. Here's hoping he keeps
the literary pot sizzling.
| Brockton shipped last year, Is, 100, 042
pairs of shoes and all the factories in that
city report increased production.
| The ladies can continue to purchase their
favorite shoe "Sorosis' the courts having
decided suit in favor of A. E.. Little &
Co. of Lynn, Mass. the manufacturers.
Hide and Leather states that man in
| East Gary, Ind, has worn continually
pair of shoes for thirty-six years. This
man must have the sleeping fever and wears
his shoes in bed.
An article proclaiming that ''there is
nothing like leather is going the rounds
of the press. Maybe not but we always
| thought that for practical purposes there
was nothing equal to 'yellow backs
| A hotel key is being made to sell those
hotels having guests who carry away the
key The key in question has a small cow
bell attachment that rings when placed in
| the pocket reminding the guest mistake
has been made
The absence of cold and stormy days
this winter has seriously embarrassed many
shoe retailers, on account of having large
stocks of rubbers. These rubber goods
must be paid for December 1, and cannot
be returned to the manufacturers.
South America is some country. Brazil
exceeds the territory OF the United States
proper by 200, 600 square miles. The finest
opera house in the world, costing ten mil
lion dollars, was erected by the government
in Buenos Ayres. 1t also has the most ex-
tensive system of artificial docks in all the
Americas, costing $50, 600, 900.
There seems to be considerable agitation
stirred up outside concerning the new dance
known as the tango Most of our popu
lation have never had an opportunity to see
this ''moral- corrupting'' diversion, and
consequently cannot form an opinion re-
garding the business of attacks made against
it. 1t might be we'll to arrange an exhibit
ton of the ''tango'' for their benefit and
we would suggest that Butch and Uncle John
rehearse the same for that purpose.
Reading "Physical Culture in prison
is productive of much mental satisfaction
as where it states man ought to live to
be one hundred years if he will,
l Sleep eight hours every night.
Sleep on your right side.
3 Avoid intoxicants.
Allow no pet animals in your bed
room.
5 Don't change your occupation sud-
denly.
Limit your ambition.
Keep your temper.
8 Don't eat buffet, eggs or sugar
9 Don't take a cold plunge bath be-
fore breakfast.
10 Eat but little meat.
We can all qualify.
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-01-15
OLD PRISON NEWS NOTES
UNCLE JOHNS SAYINGS

Rev. Benson was a caller at the institu-
ton last Thursday.
Men may come, and men may go but
progress goes on forever.
Our Asst. Deputy Warden was absent
for several days last week.
DR.. Newman paid the library visit
last Saturday and rested for several minutes.
Chief Engineer Schatz was seen around
the wash house and bath room one day last
week.
The electrician visited the chapel last
Saturday and fixed up several lights which
were out of order.
Heliogram is very busy at present and
also very lonesome since (Old Dad) has
gone to the hospital
Wonder if the passage of the new cur
| rency law will have any noticeable effect on
''we-uns' of the silent cities?
Two car loads of Rake wheels were re-
ceived last Friday and several more cars
will arrive in few days.
All German papers would be very much
appreciated by (Borman at hospitaD please
send them to him, if you can.
Life is made up of disappointments, illu-
sions and happiness combined with success;
but death means only cessation of action
to some.
'Let him that is without sin cast the first
stone' Were this rule to be diligently
and faithfully lived up to there would be
no stones thrown.
The Board of Control held its monthly
meeting in the board room at the old pris-
on Monday, Jan. 4th, and granted inter-
views to several inmates.
Rev. Benson made present of several
hundred little books of the gospel of ST..
John, to the inmates last Sunday morning.
Thanks are due to Mr.. Benson for his
kind gift.
Captain Vollmer sure is stickler for
cleanliness. Last week he had a crew wash
ing windows and two crews cleaning out
the cells, that's going some. 1t sure kept
Old Hucth on the Jump.
The debate between the six classes in our
Chautautauqua Circle last Sunday was a
very good one, and hope we will have
them oftener-it is far more interesting than
to listen to papers and more beneficial.
The Board of Parole held its monthly
meeting in the old prison last Friday and
heard some forty applications for paroles.
The board granted six paroles, threef dis
charges and six discharges from parole.
A gentleman is at all times most consid-
crate of the susceptibilities of others; i, e,
it is not only extremely obnoxious to ones
associates, but wrerchedly bad form for one
to blow his nose in the dining hall during
meals. Take tumble!
Blackstone wishes to know why co-eds
and prominent politicians daughters are al
ways called pretty and accomplished? 1t
is our opinion that the future aspirations of
the man who makes the 'write-up' may
have great deal to do with it.
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-01-15
FROM AN INMATE
Editor Mirror,

Editor MlrrOr,
Sir: AS one of the inmates of this prison,
l desire to thank the Mirror staff for the
time and pains they have taken to get up this
Christmas number, and for your efforts to
bring good cheer to each one of us confined
work, and we certainly appreciate it.
Respectfully-G K.-3159
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
cHcRcH MOTIFS
THE HAUCE's CHURCH


Wednesday. November IL. ladies' aid meets at
Mrs G. 7. Forums entertained by Mesdanes
kins and Forum Thursday. November Ladies'
10. ladies' aid at Mrs. Alex Nelson's.
UNITED LUTHERAN CHURCH
Sunday forenoon a t 1890 Prof oska- a -oa
OF Luther college. DEBORAH. Iowa. will lecture on
the subject, Does the Lutheran Church Fulfil
the Demands of the Times. !" Prof. Olson comes
under the auspices of the Lutheran ehurc hes
of the city. lecture course of three numbers
having been formed. Later Prof. Boraas OF St
Olaf college. Mortified, Minnesota. and Prof
Bruce OF Red Wing Seminary Will lecture Prof
Olson is one of the most brilliant speakers of the
Synod church. He has leetured extensively, and
has always received the highest commendation
His lecture viii be in English. silver collect.
ion will be taken to defray the expenses Of this
lecture course. A cordial invitation is extended
to all.
Union choir practice Friday night at 800.
vIRoQUA CIRCUIT
There will be a clothes pin social at Asbury
church Saturdayinight. November IL. Every girl
bring dressed clothes pin and basket of lunch
Ladies aid of Bishop Branch viii meet with
Mrs. /. y. Groves Thursday. November IL, for az
ternoon lunch.
Asbury aid society win meet with Mrs E. Bish-
op THURSDAY afternoon November ~. Lunch
served. All invited.
CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Ladies aid society of the Christian church win
be entertained by Mrs. Frank johnson and Ken
Morrison on Friday afternoon of this week at the
home of the latter
T. Ahoind1 VIII preach next SUNDAY morning
and evening
Ladies' aid will give a chicken pie supper at
Running hall Saturday evening, November IA.
Methodist aid society will entertained by Mes
danes Thos. Beaver. l. S. Thompson and Mack
Stout at the home of the latter. next Wednesdav
Congregational ladies' aid society win be enter
tanned by Mesdames Kuehn. Curtis and Morgan
church parlors Thursday afternoon Of this week
Springvie aid society will meet with Mr.. R0-
bert lube on Thursday afternoon. November 10.
On account of Prof. oison's lecture in the Unit
ed church there will be services in the Synod
church next Sunday. as previously announced.
Young peoples society viii meet at the home
Of Tennis Lavoid. west Of town. in the afternoon.
Synod ladies aid meets at the home Of Carl Berg
near Three chimneys. this Friday afternoon.
| Services and confirmation November 8, in Kick
| apoo United Lutheran church.
Liberty Pole NJ. E. aid will meet with Mrs. Jim
Honailer November ~. for dinner.
/ Ladies' aid of Synod KiekapoO church will be
entertained by Mrs. Richard Holland and Mrs.
Ed Larsen at Empress hall in Re2dstown Fri
day, November Is. An apron sale sin be conduct
ed at the same time. An bring aprons.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
Z estzno Free

Gave your eyes tested by J. W. Lucas,
opticiaJl, at Lucas Jewelry Store. Eye
glasses and spectaeles ut lowest prieaS
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
First publication October q. 1878.
PROBATE NOTICE.

NollGS OF 11eaIluE
VERNON COUNTY COURT - IN PROBATE.
State of Wisconsin. County Of Vernon. IS.
Notice is hereby given. That at q general term
of the county court. to be held IN and for said
county, at the court house IN the city Of Viroqua
IN said county, on the LIST day Of December, A D..
sidered.
The application of Martin Robinson 70 admit 70
Probate the last viii and testament of keis o.
Burkum hte Of the town Of kickzpooy Vernon
county. Wisconsin. deceased. and Tor the appoint
nsent Of an executor Of the estate
Dated at viroQus, Wisconsin. this zoth day Of
Ocsober. 1914
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
RURAL NEWS ITEMS
Contributed by the Censor's
Live Correspondence
LIBERTY.

RUsK CORNERS. October &c A. Smith mark
eted cattle at Readstown F. A. Ferguson has
the wall built and is hauling material for new
house -. W. 2. Shilling is building two large corn
cribs ,Chas. Mason disposed of his stock Of mer-
chandise to Claude Walter for farm =. Mrs. Geo
Storer visited Mrs. Will Best last Thursday
Tom Arnold purchased fine new carriage at vi
ola. Mr. and Mrs. j. L. johnson were business
callers at West6y Pay Schults has purchased
the farm of his brother Pearl and vii: take pos
session in November. ...Ma6ge Smith visited Fern
Storer Saturday night .. G. + Hocomb is doing
some carpenter work for Donnie Fish in the way
OF remodeling barn Little Vera Faze is max
ing her home at Will Bests ... Ward White and
family visited at Meryin Rusks Mrs Lewis
Hamilton visited Ruby Mckee. MIR. and Mrs.
Tom Arnold were guests at the Andrew Davik
home VIOLET
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
LEGAL PUBLICATIONS
First publication October IA. ls14.-4.
PROBATE NOTICE.
Order Limiting Time, and Notice
,EPN0N COUNTY COURT IN PROEAT

Order Limiting Time, ana Notice
TTERNON COUNTY COURT IN PROBATE
In the matter of the estate of Martin G. Lee
um deceased.
On the application of Nordal Knen, adminis-
traitor with the will annexed of the estate of Mar
tin G. Leum, late of Vernon county deceased.
no one having required the appointment Of COM
rissioners on said estate:
1t il ordered, that all creditors are required 70
present their claims and demands against the said
Martin G. Leum, deceased. for examination and
allowance on or before the first Tuesday of
May A d. 1876 which time is hereby allowed
and limited for that purpose.
1t is further ordered. that all claims and de-
mands of all persons against { he said Martin
G. Leum, deceased. W ill be received, examined
and ad usted before this court. at its court room
in the court house. in the city of Viroqua, in said
county, at regular term thereof. appointed to be
held on the first Tuesday OF May. 1915, and
all creditors are hereby notified thereof
II is further ordered, that notice Of the time and
place at which said claims and demands will be
received examined and adjusted as aforesaid. and
of the time hereby limited for creditors to present
their claims. be given by publishing copy Of this
order and notice for four weeks successfully. once
in each week. in the VERNON COUNTY CENSOR. q
newspaper published in the city Of Viroqua, in said
county. the first publication to be within ten days
from the date hereof.
Dated this 18th day Of October, 1914.
By the Court d. o. MAHoEEY. County Judge.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
High School Notes

The following Riley Dunbar program was given
day morning: Knee-Deep in June" Riley: "Ac-
countability" Dunbar; announcement" Dunbar;
The Elf-Child," Riley.
The v. II. S. base ball team played the Viola
team Saturday at the fair grounds the game be-
ing won by Viola.
At the Monday morning business meeting res
olution was adopted to preserve the high school
magazines,
The Diana Literary Society met Monday even
ing at ter which stereoptican views Of Rome and
the Grand Canyon of the Colorado were shown
The high school Btudents anticipate the pleas
ure OF enjoying examinations next week.
State inspector w. n. Goddard and Prof James.
a university inspector spent Monday in our
schools. They came with TIE express purpose OF
reviewing the work which 10 beiug done in asri-
culture: The board of educa ton gave orders for
removal OF the old closets 70 a convenient lot
where they are to be utilized or barn in which
the stock experiments will be wade
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
THE COUNyRY'S RESULT
THE COUNTRY AT LARGE


The reports and figures on Tue days
election throughout the =, TRY are
very meagre and scattering, but all
tend to the certainty that the republi-
can party will triumph in the presi-
Dental campaign two years hence, as
it appears to have done almost every
where in yesterdays battle of the bal
lots.
Country wide the pendulum has turn
ed toward the republican party and
sound policies. A very wide gain has
been made 10 the House of Representa-
tives and United States senate, but not
sufficient to reclaim either branch of
congress The great state of New
York elects, by a tremendous majority,
a republican governor and state admin
istration. Pennsylvania is strongly for
the <. o. p
IN OUR STATE
The attempt to overthrow the will of
the voters as expressed in the primary
by bringing out an independent for gov
ernor, signally failed, and Enamel L.
Philip is chosen by $4,000 to $4,000
The rest of the state ticket is elected.
McGovern has Ia, 600 to 20, 600 majority
for United States senator. with gain
of one congressman in the Oshkosh dis
trict.
The constitutional amendments plac-
ed before the voters were trampled in
the dust by ten to one throughout the
state. and probably a greater vote than
that in Vernon county.
The legislature is safely republican
in both branches
LEGISLATIVE AND COUNTY
The race by Congressman Es:h was
practically like running alone,
For state senator in this district ].
Henry Bennett has a walk away. hav-
ing carried the district hy better than
1000 He will have $40 to 700 IN Mon
roe county and about the same in Jack
s,n, Vernon doing the rest A desper-
ate effort on the part uf disgruntled
elements was made to compass his de-
feat, SGs withonl avail
Henry Rentz is elected rlember of
the Legislature, receiving about two
ard hais g,tes to Dr. Pnter's one
The couatg ,ieAet IS elected by even a
larger maj )r;'y.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
LIST OF UNREDEEMED
LANDS
Sale of 1912
OFFICE OF TREASURES OF VERNON COUNTY.

OFFICE OF TREASURER OF VERNON COUNTY
VIRooUA. Wis, NOVEMBER T. 1914
NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE
~ time of redemption of the tracts and lots of
land in the following list. lying and being in the
state of Wisconsin and county of Vernon, sold by
Henry N. Rentz treasurer of said county. on the
2lst day of May 1912, for taxes due on the same
for the year 1911. will expire on the 2lst day of
May 1915 All of said lands not redeemed before
the 2lst day of May next twhen three years from
the date of said sale will expire will be conveyed
according to the statute in such cases made and
provided, to the persons corporations holding
the certificates Of sale thereof
The amount set opposite the respective descrip-
tons include the taxes. interest and charges cal
culs ted the up to the last day Of reder p
ton to-wit May 2ist, 1915.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
Report of the Annual Convention

The Lacrosse district woman's Foreign Mis-
sionary society was held in LIST NJ E church at
Lacrosse. October %. Convention opened with
President Mrs. E. r. Bush IN chair. Devotionals
Of the blessings and service of A Child in the
Midst" Address Of welcome, Mrs. r. A.Jackson:
response. Mrs. Alice Hutson Appointment Of
committees. report Of distrist president With
grateful hearts for Gods presence and blessing
and the kind hospitality of the entertaining aux-
iaries the fellowship and presence of pastors the
convention adjourned.
District officers for ensuing year; President
Mrs. Rebity. ReedsburR; LIST vice president Mrs
Geo. Seagreve. ReedsburR: End vice president
Mrs, +. R.Bush Sparta; corresponding secretary
Mrs. r. 7. Green. Lacrosse: treasurer, Mrs. c. A.
McKann, Lacrosse; recording secretary Mrs Cut.
ting. Lacrosse: superintendent literature. Mrs. l.
A. Bremen, Sparta superintendent Kings her
aids, Mrs. E. r. Observation-Disclosures young peo-
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04

pies work. Mrs C. L. Clifford, Sparta; Mrs. M. j.
Jordan. presa committee Miss NJ. r. Hutchinson
gave branch report of the convention at Indian
apolis which she attended. The report Of our
own district raising .5S2. the past year and the
pledge of s. 500 the present year. was Of great in
terest TO us. In the evening the CONVEX ton was
addressed BY Miss Minerva Guthaphel returned
Korean missionary. Her theme was an appeal for
more prayers and more money for the uneniight-
ened millions of the Orient. who have never heard
the glad tidings Of salvation. Reports Of cores
pondng secretary. treasurer. recording secretary,
and auxiliaries at Sparta. Mansion, Reedsburg,
Bush Pranch. Viroqua. King ST.. West Ave. and
Caledonia St. all showed fervent interest in the
missionary issue and renewed purpose to further
the work. The efficiency of the officers and the
interest maintained evidenced the sincerity and
deep devotion Of entire convention. MI
-Smokeless loaded shells, so cents
box. The kuebler Hardware.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
HARMONY.

NEWTON. November 2-Hallowe'en was duly
celebrated here and many pranks played Hal
bert Proctor and family have moved back to New.
ton MIR. and Mrs. Wakefield OF Victory were
here the latter part of last week looking after
their property Miss Mae Powell and pupils are
enjoying vacation of one week Miss Nellie
Goodman was guest of Mrs Lull Saturday
DR.. A. j. DaEe and family Of Viola spent sunday
at e $ Dake A little son Of Mr.. Myers had
the misfortune n fall and fracture an arm, last
Thursday. DR.. kemer IS attending him . Mre
Alfred Adams and children'of Lacrosse are visit
ing her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Dake =. Miss Pearl
Morrison of Viroqua. spent Saturday and Sunday
at her home here Mrs. Anna Farr had fine
monument erected at her husbands grave W
". Rood, who was seriously III, is improving.
AfTTrAFN
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04

Wednesday. November IL. ladies' aid meets at
Mrs G. T. Forums entertained by Mesdames
kins and Forum Thursday. November II ladies'
aid at Mrs. Christ Fortney's Friday, Novernbor
10, ladies' aid at Mrs. Alex Nelson's
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
FRANKLIN.

DACH RIDGE, November 2-Farners On this
ridge are busy blowing and husking corn Fine
weather and good roads. Mrs. William Turner
OF Ross, visited her son Charles and wife on this
ridge. Saturday and Sunday. George Henry.
II. Hanchett and son Willard autoed down to
the Mississippi river fishing and in the lot they
caught one that weighed ~ pounds. IT, " re-
port good luck Albert Turner is working for
Tom Eilefson,. John Heck is building a new
barn. WATER lily
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04

Special feature at the Opera Elec-
trio next Monday, Admission 10 ard
Is cents.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
MONEY TO LOAN

On farm property. Funds always on
hand, no DELAY. Interest reasonable.
also buy mortgages. Address, or call
onW. J. Hickisch, 2O3 S. 4th street, La
Crosse, Wis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04
Information for Investo, S

We offer for brief time, a limited
amount of safe securities, netting the
investor per cent interest payable
semi-annually, in amounts to suit the
small investor.
Real estate loans made on approved
security. Also furnish Abstracts of
title with legal opinion when request
ed Having the only complete set Of
abstract books in the county.
PROCTOR & PROCTOR.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04

Assistant Postmaster Nye and fam
ily have moved TO the magnificent new
cottage erected by DR.. John H. Chase.
Il is one Of the really modern homes Of
the citv " Q q Q
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1914-11-04

Gus Morterud Bloonirgdale: "0ur
creamery just closed It's year = business
and the report will show befter results
ta4e ever before, which is saving a
good 81 when past acecmr lishment
.4Acn into account
nobert J.. Arnold. Warrington, MINI:
everything on the boom here. Over
ff'y houses gone up this year. and get
100 places for rent "
Burns Morrison: Several times
since | have resided in Vernon county /
have gone to November election on a
sleigh About forty years ago there
was foot Of snow on the ground, and
it vas cold weather /"
Ole NJ. Larson Il believe have the
greatest distance to travel of any per-
sun who votes in the town Of Viroqua,
in the extreme northeastern corner.
That there are quite a number in my
section who are unable to vote be-
cause of the new naturalization law. !"
The CENSOR finds that there are many
more in that same condition that II be-
lieved possible. This election has
brought out that fact.