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The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07

The death Of Mrs. Darrow of
Fargo last week brings forth
many beautiful comments about
her life. The following is from
the Valley City sRecord
In the. death Of Mrs. Clara l.
Darrow, not only Fargo, but the
entire state feels that it has sui.
fered an irreparable Loss. He
life was full. It was filled with
striving for the best interests
Of her community and state
Such q life should be an inspira-
ton to others to live for: the
good they can accomplish. Y
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07
ents until IL hours afterwards
when he was taken at once to a
physician. He will recover.

when he was taken at once to a
physician. He will recover.
One hundred and fifteen farm
ers in one neighborhood in Min
nesota have pledged themselves
to raise an acre Of cucumbers
apiece this season. A vinegar
and picking company has
Iagreed to buy the entire outfit.
Aug. Peterson was here this
week experimenting the planting
of 1900 trees on one Of his farms
west Of town, the Swanson place,
He is going to build a house
! and barn on his farm southeast
of town which is rented by Long
Bros.-Ryder News.
At an election in Underwood
last week Prof. f. A. Vogel of
the public schools received the
highest number of votes for
postmaster. This does not mean
that he has landed the job yet
but that the people Of Underwot
have endorsed his candidacy for
the office.
D. A. Snyder was in from his
Raub ranch Friday. He reported
that he had already sowed 400
acres to wheat and will put in
700 more, besides some flax and
oats. He wants to operate both
night and day shifts if he can
find another Rumley man. E.
K. Mason already has in 400 acres
to wheat.-Ryder News.
More money than usual is be-
ing spent on new churches this
summer. At Williston and James
town Methodist churches are be-
ing built, at Grand Forks a Cath.
Ollie church will be. completed be-
fore fall and at Valley City a
beautiful new Congregational
church is near completion.
We are in hopes that the
Wilton Washburn road meet
scheduled for April %, boosts
for the road due west from Will
ton and along the river. This,
lin connection with Burleigh coul..
tvs river road, would prove a,
"Scenic Highway" and while.
possibly a little rough, would get
away from the Aakali Nats.-
Nettle Greek Item in the Will
ton News.
A column Of crickets four mil
es lone, and IL feet wide is now
bwn the wheat fields Of
Grant county, Washington. They
move in four divisions and ranch
ers have appealed to Governor
Lister for state aid in checking
the progress Of the crickets, af-
ter tremching and fencing alike
have been unavailing.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07

A new bankruptcy district
has been created in this state.
Attorney H. F.. O'Hare of Bis
marck, formerly Of Garrison,
has been appointed referee. Nc
Lean county is included in the
new district. This county for.
merly belonged to the Minot dist
riot.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07

Mothers Day was first OBJ
served seven years ago. Miss
Anna Jarvis Of Philadelphia in
augurated the movement that
has since become international.
The day is also observed In Eng
land and Ireland and in some
places in Germany. White car
nations are for the mothers who
have passed away and bright red
ones for those who are living.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07

A Minnesota paper, in com
menting about the large number
Of officers of Terre Haute who
have been sent to prison, says
set is one Of the most refreshing
events Of recent years." A rotten
gang has certainly been cleaned
out.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07

The Remonstrance, a little
magazine published quarterly by
the antisuffragists, gives a ia
bia. of the number Of women who
are. members Of +he Legislature
in nine equa!4suffrage states.
They of course are all western
states and Of the 9O8 members
only 10 are women. That goes
to show that the women r not
out after the offices.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07

It is estimated that 5000 peo-
pie ate North Dakota baked po-
tatoes one day Last week at the
San Francisco exposition. It is
safe to say a few more will think
better Of our state than they
ever thought before-if that
Great Northern chef was any
good.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07
FRIpAY,M MAY i. 1915

Thirty thousand American auto
mobiles have, thus far been ship
ped to the warning nations Of
Europe for the use Of their ar
mics, and contracts for a great
many more have been secured by
American factories.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1915-05-07

The Bismarck Tribune seems
to be the one most anxious to
have a special session Of the leg
islature if there are enough sig
ners to the petitions now In cir
oulatiOn.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
Lame Ducks Keep
Nookechan1p Man
Busy Fixing En-, Up

rom Our Special Corresoondent
NoOkECHAMP. Wash, April
2s.-You cannot tell Ben Lewis
that kindness does not pay.
Last fall Ben was over on
Clear lake duck hunting. He
found In the reeds wounded
mallard. one leg had been
shot. Ben took Il home
lie amputated the injured leg,
fed the mallard. and before
long Il was hopping around the
barn lot with the domestic
ducks. II became well and
proved a good layer.
Occasionally II would fly to
the lake for the day. but always
returned at feeding time and
Joined the tame ducks.
Ben made Il wooden leg
with paddle on the end so II
could swim better. because with
one foot II usually went In a
circle.
In the fall II flew south
with the migrating birds. Last
week he found the mallard In
his barn yard. and with IL were
seven other mallards, every one
with their legs shot off
The duck evidently had in
formed them of Ben's kindness
and brought them up 10 Nooke-
champ.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
HI FUTILE GETS
KNOCKED DOWN
0N"MET"STACE

Hiram futile. well known Seattle
baritone. IL pleasant hammered
chap ordinarily. but last night
something had soured bis nature 10
an alarming degree. and he snarled
az group OF young men who at.
tempted 10 block his way 20 the
front OF the Metropolitan theatre
stage
After Complementary abusing
every body and everything about
him. the baritone attempted TO es.
cape. but the men. thoroiy angered.
seized him and In the scuffie that
enHned he was thrown heavily 20
the ground
Neal Begley. who. az his execu.
tive dcsk In the Frank Warehouse
company offices. ~ az neat aud cor.
dial gentleman as could be de
sired. now tore off his collar aud
rushed out among the men. az whom
he siormed IN most amazing way.
Mrs George y Russell. taking
advantage OF the confusion. came
out and took n high = with much
grace.
Later II developed that the whole
affair was merely a successful stage
rehearsal OF "RRoletto." which.
with Martha. wlll be sung at the
Metropolitan all next week by the
Standard Grand Opera company, an
organization OF Seattle musicians
which has given the city many
splendid productions during the sen.
son
These two operas win be the last
sung until next fall. when an even
more ambitious program will be
staged
Martha" will be heard Monday.
Wednesday and Friday evenings OF
next week. with Saturday mat.
inee. while "Rigoletto" will be
given Tuesday. Thursday and Sat.
urday evenings. with a Wednesday
matinee Both viii be sung In Eng.
lish and popular prices will prevail
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28

Well. Mistah Bones. what was
IL John Drew ?"
Held three queens and drew a
fourth. ehT'
Almost right sub. almost
right. but yo' astronomy am In
need OF fixin'. John Drew con.
stellation OF stars. that's what.
sub
stars John Drew's companies
have been regular incuhatorA for
theatrical stars. From the many
organizations with which Charles
Frohmau has surrounded this
distinguished star. has come
group Of players whose names
have sparkled In electric lights
over practically every important
playhouse from New York TO Sc.
attic.
Foremost among those who
have achieved their first sue.
cesseH with Mr.. Drew ia Miss
Mandc Adams. but scarcely lsar
famous are Ethel barrymore aud
nilllc Burke Succeeding these
stars az Mr Drews leading lady
Is Miss Alexandra Carlisle, the
noted English actress and beau.
~. who will be seen 1t the Met
ropolitan theatre for three
nights. beginning ThurNday In
John nrews revival OF Rose.
mary" the play which made both
Mr. Drew and Maude Adams r..
nous Il Was IN the role OF Dor.
othy that Miss Adams first won
for herself the following which
has remained loyal Go her ever
since Perhaps Il IL worth re.
calling Ia this connection that In
Mr.. Drew's first production OF
Rosemary" tho role OF old Mrs.
Crulckshank was portrayed by
Mrs. Anna Adams. the mother OF
Maude Adams. and 80 the the
Atre yoeFs saw the coincidence
Of mother and daughter playing
In stage llfo their actual rcla-
tionA In private existence
The first performance OF
ftNHslAait NNHt1 W ANU HVAf
worthy for another important In
cldsnt The first appearance In
a role OF any Importance Of Miss
Ethel barrymore. now perhaps
the most beloved OF American
actresses. occurred on that occa.
sion. Ia the role 81 the pretty
and sauey maid. Priscilla. Miss
Barrymore. at the Empire theatre
In New York. spoke the first lines
ever entrusted to her
II was several years later that
Mlss billie Burke became lead
INK lady for John Drew In a nun.
her of productions Her elnva-
ton TO stnrdom ia current his.
tory. other famous actresses
who played With John Drew IRE
Miss Martha Hedman. the swed.
Ish beauty. and Miss Mary
Boland
Season In and season out. John
Drew has probably been the most
successful actor in choosing beth
beauty and genius IN his leading
ladies'
In the words OF MiEtah Bones.
John Drew queens right hand.
somely.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
ACHES AND PAINS

Dont neglect pain anywhere,
but find out what causes II and
conquer the cause. A pain I'm the
kidney region may put you on your
back tomorrow. Don't blame the
weather for swollen feet. II may be
an advanced warning of Bright 3
disease. A pain in the stomach
may he the first symptom OF ap-
pendicltls. A creak in a Joint may
be the forerunner Of rheumatism
Chronic headaches more than Ike.
ly warn YOU of serious stomach
trouble. The best way is TO keep
In good condition day in and day
ont by regularly taking GOLD
MEDAL HARLEM OIL Capsules
Sold by reliable druggists. Money
refunded If they do not help YOU
Beware OF substitutes The only
pure imported Harlem oil Cap
sules are the GOLD MEDAL. For
solc and guaranteed by The owl
Drug Company Advertisement.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
ADVICE TO
BEAUTY SEEKERS

II your face IL freckled the year
around. and N II II dipfisured with
horrld spots 81 undue redness as
well AZ pimples. this condition may
he easily remedi"d by using ordinary
mercolized wax. Apply nightly like
cold cream and erase mornings with
warm water Soon you viii have a
beautiful white. clear. soft and veil
vety complexion. Msrcoiizod wax.
sold by ell druggists f. better than
cosmetics for any complexion trouble
One ounce tufflces for most condi
tiouF.
II YOU have deep Hines under the
eyes across the forehead. wrinki cd
checks all such are best obIiters ed
by bathing affected parts IN a good
astrinEent lotion. which streugtheus
ana draws In the relaxed tissue.
Here's reliable formula J on pow
dercd snxolite. y pt witch hazel
mi, and use daily until relieved ~
Advertisement.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28

weeks you do not reduce under thi
diet. you should consult a first elias,
physician.
al am q working glri. and az {
have not been IN snis state very
long. DO not know the hours
girl should work or the wages Oh,
should receive. work In q Ilttl,
store and am on my feet all DAY
long. : never ae, any time OF. :
work Sundays ard every night. Z
work nine hours q day.
VIII you please tell me whether
! should get day OF . week OF,
not by lswf
VIII you also kindly print some
thing that 10 good for sore feetf
CAL.
A.--According TO the eight.honr
Law. clerks should not work longer
thaa eight hours a day. six days
per week An experienced clerk re
ceiyes not less than $40 per week
For further particulars YOU can TO
ceiys Information By writing TO tn,
state labor commissioner at III,
state capital
Zinc oxide Is very healing and
may be applied to the fee, at bed
time. after bathing them In warm
water. Another excellent remedy
for sore tired feet Is to soak them ir
the evening In a strong. hot solu
ton OF bOracic acid water
o.--Do you think the teachers OF
the public schools should be allow
ed 10 make the children do home
work after having studied hard all
day In SCHOOL, Hoping 20 see your
reply soon. I remain 8. @.
A.-Your parents and your grand
parents before you had TO get their
lessons at home In the evening. and
4, didn't NIL them Have the chill
dren OF today more hardships 20
endure. or are they weaker physic.
ally or mentally? n not. know OF
no good reason why they should
not follow Ia the footsteps OF their
elders
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28

Gustave Olson. n Seattle pioneer.
died al 3 O'Clock Wednesday morn.
ing at the age OF 81. He is surylv-
ed by one son. Attorney George OF.
son, and two daughters. Mrs MAY
c. Thagard and Mrs. Marcella
Thompson.
Mr. Olson was born In Chris
tiania. Norway, in 1928. He came
to the U. s. when he was IA. went
TO California in 40. came TO Seattle
In 1867. stayed here three years.
but returned in 1887. He lived here
ever since Mr.. Olson owned a big
ranch on cambridge island. The
funeral will be held at the Wash.
ington Cremation society rooms
Friday at p. m.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28

BILL IS VETOED
BY COv.STR0NC

JUNEAU. Alaska. April 2s.-Be.
cause juries In Alaska now have the
discretion in murder cases TO fix life
Imprisonment or death as the pen.
atty. Gov. Strong is on record today
against the anti-hanging bill His
veto was sustained by the senate.
The senate passed the workmen's
compensation bin yesterday The
measure now goes to the house In
vestigatlon OF the Morningside asy.
lum, Portland. Or. is asked in
memorial TO congress by the lower
house. II is alleged conditions at
the asylum are such as enrich the
owners at the expense OF the unfor.
Inmates
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
STEER CLIMBS INTO
LOFT FOR BANQUET

SPRING GREEN. Wis. April 2s.
-. w Carpenter has 2.year.old
steer that Is getting up in the
world
Carpenter found the animal I'm
the loft OF his barn eating hay. The
animal made the ascent mp a flight
OF II steps.
Last year the steer climbed into
wagon containing corn.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
$s$s$s$ $s$s$s$ SIS
I'LL tto1:s Te &c G1 18th Gcx

0.-PIesse tell me N . tenant 10
notified that the landlord 10 going
10 raise the rent and cannot get .
place 10 move by the time the
month Is UP, II Il 10 right for the
landlord TO make him pay more
these hard times Just because he 10
compelled to make repsirs7
D. =.
Alt seems a very heartleHs
thing for him to do. In a way. bu,
~ he has been compelled 10 make
repairs. he must pay for the labor
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
SOMEBODY PAGE
DR.. COOK At ONCE

W1NSTED. Conn, April 2S.--On
entering one OF his hen houses. II.
+. Moore says he was puzzled on
finding three fried eggs in nest
He looked at his White Leghorns
and discovered that the tails and
wings of most OF them were singed.
Further investigation revealed the
fact that bolt of lightning had en-.
tered the house during the storm
Sunday night. There were forty
hens in the building and none was
killed
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
W. n. c. ENTERTAIN

The ladies OF the w. r. C. will
entertain at card party Thurs.
day. April 30. at 2 y. m. in the
Ballard city hall Those in charge
are Mrs. Ida Follam. Lille Grubb,
Margaret Courtney, Anna Huddels-
ton. Floe Pells and Mussetta Lib.
hey.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28

and material used, and times are
hard for him. perhaps. just the
same as for others. A kindly dis
posed landlord. however. VIII make
allowances when he secs a tenant
Is trying TO do right
al have often heard that there
10 something on the market tnat
you can put In snothsr's coffee that
will make that person love you. Can
you tell me about this. and where
u can be purchased L. L. L.
Al can tell you just this much .
that fortunately there Ia nothing
OF the sort on the market or any.
where else. n there vas. II would
be universally known. and no doubt
the majority OF people wouldn't
dare 10 drink coffee any more.
o.-I am engaged 20 a young
man. he earns SIS a month and
lives with his parents. asked
him how much he had saved and
he said nothing. Ne wants TO mar
~ me. ard then live with my r.la.
tIves fear they would look upon
him a. an Intruder. Nov. what do
you think Of such a mani MEAN.
A-Your thoughts and mine run
In the same channel certainly
do not approve. When young peo-
pie marry. they must think about
the practical side OF life. They
must have some idea how they are
going TO meet the bills. how they
are going TO get food and how they
are going TO meet the rent. II this
young man cannot save when he
has himself. alone. to keep, what
can you expect from him when nc
has two to keep
II seems to me any real man
would have too much self.respect
10 be willing TO take his wife 10
relatives. at the outset OF their
married life. A man who wants 10
marry should also want 10 provide
IN his own household for the won.
an he marries. The majority Of
fathers and mothers have sacrific-
ed much 10 rear their families, and.
instead OF being imposed upon by
their children after they marry.
should be adding 10 their nest egg
to comfort them In their declining
years.
Q.-As you seem 10 be helping
everybody else. ! would like TO know
II you will answer my question.
am a girl OF 20. am 5 feet
tall, and weigh $50 pounds. an,
entirely too heavy for my height.
Can you tell me OF some way to re-
duce my flesh7 have gained a
number Of pounds In the last three
months. ! am working on my feet
from o'clock Until 5. have no
time to take exercise. Please an
swer at once. MAY.
Att In very hard 10 reduce ones
flesh. and few women are willing 10
deny themselves the rich foods and
keep M the exercise necessary 10
do IT. This dietary Will help 10 re.
duce You.
For breakfast. any fruit. except
peaches or bananas. but II must be
eaten without sugar Weak tea
with half lump Of sugar and n
dash Of lemon Juice. Rye or whole
wheat bread. toasted. eaten with
salt, instead Of butter One soft.
boiled egg. with salt.
For lunch any vegetable that
grows on top OF the ground. except
peas and corn weak tea. with lem.
on. and a lean chop or bit Of steak
For dlsner. lean beef. lamb or the
white meat OF chicken: any vege.
table that grows above ground. ex.
cept peas and corn. No sweets. me-
pastry. MIX. butter. oil. nuts. pota.
toes. chocolate. are taboo.
Sleep seven hours At night In
the morning take Mt least five min.
utes OF deep breathing. II by ak
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
GRAND EXCURSION TO
ANACORTES

Sunday. May 2. Steamer Potlatch.
Leaves Colman dock $50 a. m.
sharp. Returns IL D. IN.
$3.50 ROUND TRIP
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
MAKES
GOOD WITNESS
FOR THOMSON

The Thomson. Blethen jury viii
have a choice lot OF reading matter
10 take 10 their jury room. when
they retire 10 decide the $4,000 al.
legged libel suit brought by X. II.
Thomson. former city engineer,
against Col. A. j. blethen and the
Seattle Times
Judge Mitchell ruled "Wednesday
morning that all the files OF the
Times. In which appeared articles
on which Thomson based three 9th.
cr suits for alleged libel. might be
admitted IN evidence.
Court Room Packed
Thomson never carried any Of
the former suits ~ far as the court
room. and the defense has tried 10
show that he brought these actions
merely for the purpose of setting
himself right with his Vancouver
employers.
The court room was filled with
former city officials. all OF whom
have taken n keen interest in the
ease.
James c. Jeffery. formerly con.
necied with the city engineers OF.
flee. was recalled TO the witness
stand Wednesday. and strengthen
ed his statements that after he be.
came associated with contracting
firm he got no favors from the city
engineer
No Fayors for Jeffery
4 found Mr.. Thomson office In.
clined 60 show me less fayors than
any other person representing n
contractor" he said. I presume
this coldness was due 10 his desire
to avoid criticism"
In the articles admitted In eyi.
dence this morning. the Denny
iIiil regrade expose" is contained.
with all the alleged graft charges
which ex.Couucllmau Goddard was
said 10 have found.
Cross-examination Tuesday OF
James G. Jeffery. formerly connect.
ed with the city engineers office
under Thomson and who resigned
10 become interested In the Rainier
Development Co. whose bid for
the Denny Hill regrado was sc-
cepted by the board ~ public
works. profited the defense moth
ing
Made $4,000 Profit
Jeffrey said the Rainier Develop.
ment Co had assigned the Denny
hill Job at a 5000, 900 profit TO sub
contractors. lie was asked what
Thomson had TO do with hts be-
coming associated with the com.
pany. lie answered. Nothing
lie declared Thomson had never
suggested 10 him that he enter the
contracting business. or that the
former engineer had anything to do
with the company or its affairs.
Bundles OF copies Of the Times.
which the plaintiff sought 70 intro
duce as evidence OF a long.stand-
Ing grudge borne by the newspaper
against Thomson were ruled out
by the court.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28

Or. S. Paul Chinaps, the Hindoo-
stan scholar. who has come to
America under the auspices OF his
government TO study social and Geo.
non1ie conditions, with a view OF In
Producing American customs In his
own country.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28

Use Star Wants Ads for Re-
suits.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28
WOOD LEGS BREAK:
PANTS PUNCTURED

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. April 2s.--
Five thousand dollars for two
wooden legs broken in a fall on
rough. icy sidewalk is asked for BY
George Beck in a suit filed flied
against the city. Beck lost his legs
as the result OF being frozen sew
eral years ago. In his suit he says
that when he fell both legs were
broken and splinters penetrated
his trousers. He says he suffered
other injuries as well.
Now, Robert, | want you to
tell me all you can about the
stomach. What does II do?"
Please, ma'am. IL aches"
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1915-04-28

weeks you do not reduce under thi
diet. you should consult a first elias,
physician.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1915-07-23
FANCY SUMMER DRESSES

The balance of our ladies' and misses fancy
Wash Dresses in white and cOlors. They are
voiles, tissues, lace cloths, lawns and organ
dies Allg at One Half Price
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1915-07-23
CHILDREN'S SPRING COATS

Only Is garments-sizes 2 to lin plain
serges black and white checks and novelties.
Ranging in price from S1.5O to S3.98. Your
choice at One-Half Price
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1915-07-23
COATS and SUITS

Only IL garments left out of our mammoth
stock. All new spring styles ranging in price
from $1,000 to $500. Your choice while they
last at NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. S4.9o