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The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-03-09
Shoe Bargains

Here are some of the bargains in shoes
that you will find in our store:
l lot of Mems Work Shoes at 1910
Here is an opportunity for you to get a
good pair of $2.75 to 1926 work shoes for
$2.10.
| lot of Boys Box Calf Shoes at $1.19
If your boy is in need of a good school
shoe, now is the time to get him a pair.
l lot of Ladies' Shoes at ........ .S1.OO
This lot of ladies' shoes sold at $3.50
to $3.50.
l lot of Misses and Child's Shoes at 99c
Don't let the children go without a pair
of shoes on account of the high prices of
shoes when you can get these at 99c a
pair.
Now is the time for you to take advan-
tage of the prices that we are offering
you. Call at our store and investigate our
shoe bargains; it will pay you. Look over
the bargain tables. These shoe bargains
start today.
w. L. Stearns & Sons
Madison, S. D.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-03-09
srArEMEHr

OF the condition of Dakota State Bank
of Madison, s.. d., at the close of bust
ness on March A. 1915. Date of call by
examiner, March s. 1915. Date of report
by bank. March 9, 1915.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-03-09
THE CITY.
REPORT.

Fair tonight and Wednesday;
warmer tonight.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-03-09

/. NJ. III. Colgroye. cashier of the
above named bank, do solemn1y swear
that the above statment is true to the
best of my knowledge and belief.
M. III. COLGROVE, Cashier.
Subscribed and sworn TO before me
this 8th day OF March. 1915.
A. C. LEVEE, Notary Public.
Correct-Attest:
G. f. OLSTAD,
w. L. DANIELS,
J. A. JOHNSON,
Directors.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18
PUkCTUAL SCHOLARS
At Lincoln School During the
Fall Term

Following is the list of names Of pu-
pills il the Lincoln school who h ave
been punctual in attendance during the
fall term:
Grade VII-Edward Brown, Eldon
Gray, Clarence Herrick, Ronald Muir
ply. Robert Plummer, Marian Bachel-
der, Muriel Hayes, Madelyn Hill, Viz
sinia Holway Lillian Staples
Grade NI-Daniel Berrau, Gerald
Casper. Spofford Giddings Llewellyn
Grittlths, George Libby, William Raynes,
Helen Bachelor, Katherine Dolliver.
Dorothea Emerson. Eleanor Nelson,
Grace Norton, Susan Preble, Elizabeth
Richards, Olive Soule, Katherine
Thomas.
Grade N-Rowland Bachelor Bur-
leigh Boyd. Thomas Edwards, James
Gritths. Russell Judkins, Arthur Lish-
ness, Charles Moulton, Evelyn Gardner
Mildred Howes, Geneva Morang. Eliz-
abeth Norton, Mary Palkens, Dorothy
Niles.
Grade lN-Florence Hall. Hazel Hall
Ruth Hill Aline Johnson Naomi Palm
er, Harold Adams, Lloyd Brann, Percy
Norcross. William Reid, Henry Serb.
ner Everett Soper, Lawrence Staples
Lewis Young.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18
ADJUSTMENTS
Excursion Rates to Portls nd.

Arrangements have been made with
the Maine Central r. K. for special
excursion rates 10 Portland Wednes-
day, Dec. 18th for all who wish to see
the greatest play in America. "Ex-
perience." that viii he seen in Port
land only for seven days beginning
Christmas. with matinees Christmas
day, Wednesday. Dec. 18th and New
Years.
Mail orders accompanied by a
check or money order payable 10 NJ j,
Garrity, manager, Will be given
prompt attention.
This viii be the biggest theatrical
event Of the year in Portland and the
original Boston organization and pro-
duction will come direct TO Portland.
Mail orders accepted now.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18
TO REGAIN HEALTH - 4,
CLEANSE THE BLOOD


When your blood sis impure, weak
thin and debilitated. you cannot pos
sibly enjoy good health. Your sys-
TEN becomes receptive of any or all
diseases. and germs are likely to lodge
in some part of the body.
Put your blood in good condition,
and do SO at once.
Hoods Sarsaparilla acts directly
and peculiarly on the blood-it puri-
fles, enriches, and revitalizes it and
builds up the whole system.
Hoods Sarsaparilla is not a cure
ALL 1t is the best blood medicine on
the market. 1t has stood the test Of
forty years and is used all over the
world. Get it and begin treatment
today. 1t will surely help you. Sold
by all druggists.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Women who seek to give men pres
ents of more than the usual quality
will take pleasure in presenting such
high class cigars as Willis r. Par
fridge, under Opera house. has for the
Christmas trade. They are genuine
Havanas imported direct, under such
well-known brands as Romeo and
Juliet" Sol. Eden and "Parta-
gas" Homemade wreaths of fir are
also Obtainable here
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18
CONNECTIONS

Page & Shaw's-a gift for the
one, gift for any one. Perhaps
you have someone in mind who
would like to be remembered in
this delightful manner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18
AUGUSTA LOCALS

Miss Beatrice Straw. student at
Dana Hall Seminary. Wellesley, Mass,
is passing the Christmas recess with
her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. Luther @.
Straw at the Augusta House.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18
HOLIDAY ITEMS ABOUT
THE AUGUSTA STORES
advertisements

In their several ads. this morning
Melville Smith & Son, Music Deal
ers, 1S5 Water street. make few
suggestions for Christmas gifts, such
as Pianos Columbia Grafonolas, music
rolls and bags. They also carry man
dolins. comets, violins sheet music
ana everything in the musical line.
Any OF which would make a desirable
Christmas gift.
j. +. Turner is making low prices on
a lot of staple groceries just now.
Flour 12c for "a = pounds cream tar
tar acc pound, salt pork l0c pound.
shrimps 10c can, ! grape fruit &C, 3
packages puffed wheat 25c raisins
lie pound package, 10 lbs sweet pota-
toes 25c. - 10 Royal Baking powder
&c can. dairy butter 33c pound, j.
cans peas 90c, IL cans corn goo. peck
onions 35c, packages mince meat
and a mince pie CSC.
Miller's Fruit store teens with good
things from the sweet centers and fruit
headquarters. This candy store in
stinctively knows what people want.
Those who don't object t. climbing a
single fight of stairs will find them
selves repaid by visit TO Wellman' $
Sample Shoe Store.
The r. ". Soule Emporium offers as
a special for the children: Iron beds
for dolls. finished in blue or pink enam
ell with woven wire springs, l6xSl,
s1.59. Irregular price, $2.25).
H. J. Merrlck is showing some very
special values in China. pictures and
stationery at -, SO. SO and sc. and
a big line of women's. mems. misses
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

The rates of insurance covering
Workmen's Compensation have been
approved by the insurance commits
sioners and are on file today at the
Office of c. f. Downing, Augusta
ADV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

j. B. Farrell smiles and does up
packages of goods SO rapidly one can
but wonder at the trade this popular
little store under the Cony House is
favored with. Just step into the store
and see the big stock, all being sold
at cut prices and one will realize
that FarreEs bargains are winners.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

A beau tiful array of Christmas foot
wear is displayed at the Turner &
Price store. Everything for everybody
in the family. and the Christmas slip
pers alone offer a selection that will
meet every need.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Here is happy idea for the holi-
Gay season. Have the whole family
contribute for some article to beauti-
fy the house. Perhaps new rug, or
piece of furniture. Maybe new curtains
would be just the thing. 1t is some
thing everyone can enjey. something
all can share III. q a. Ellinwood can
the points.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Jewelry for Christmas-always in
god taste and always welcome The
handsome window of the Chester Fuller
store is brimimng with suggestions In
wide range of prices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

The Pierce Clothing Company spe-
cializes on gifts for men. The neck
tie assortment here is particularly large
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Blankets. house dresses, sweaters
hose. underwear and store full of the
useful, practical every day gifts so
acceptable TO all. Be sure to read ad
in this issue and visit our busy store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

The % and 5O-cent counters at Swift
& Turner's are worthy of attention
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

The good things to be found at the
j. r Pierce store will help solve many
gift problem. Books, stationery.
fountain pens etc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

It is reported that the Texas Ill Co.
has purchased the shpbulding plant OF
Arthur Sewall & Co. of Bath ana VIII
commence Immediately the construction
~ feet of % steel parges for trans
uor,jng oil in bulk. AT the local once OF
tho oil company nothing was KNOWN
Yesterday as ITO the accuracy OF the re-
mort but it is generally believed TO De
correct.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Russell & Weston Co.'S large ad to-
day tells a Christmas story that re
fleets the spirit of the day. Every de-
partment in the store awaits the need
of holiday buyers. Open evenings till
Christmas.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

H. J. Merrick is showing some very
special values in China. pictures and
stationery at -, SO. SO and Sc. and
a big line of women's. mems. misses
and boys bathrobes at very low prices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Consider NJ L. Wheeler's window on
writing for the prize contest. It's
beauty.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Ready TO the last gaiter button,
F L. Hersey
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

All the Christmas flowers in a riot
of colors and beauty at the Augusta
Flower Shop
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

For solid comfort, long service and
good looks get pair Of soft felt slip
pers al the store of c. S. York
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Hundreds Of packages of Liggetts
candies are on sale at Coughiin's in
dainty gift packages They make an
idea, present The Conklin self-flling
Fountain Pen makes a splendid pres
ent for any member of the family
Every pen is guaranteed, absolute
". Hundreds Of brands of popular
cigars. Kodaks. Ever-Ready Flashlights
and Toilet Sets conveniently displayed
for easy shopping.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Don't forget Quimby's Little Store of
calendars and gift cards which ne has
arranged in convenient p and 80 cent
counters, one easy flight up over his
present store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

q cans campbeIls Soup, assorted. Soc
Good assortment olives and olive oil
A good store from which to select
your Christmas orders.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

For practical gifts, C. F. Bilodeau
presents a long list of disable articles.
The profusion of moderately priced
goods-umbrellas. neckwear. collar and
cuff sets. etc.-recommend this store to
the Christmas shopper.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

The Capital Fish Market will conduct
a demonstration Of Libby's Spanish
olives today. A man from headquar-
tiers will be at the store all day to serve
free those who wish 10 taste some
direct-imported olives. The price is
only so cents a quart. Free souvenirs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

multitude of people when they
think of buying footwear for Christ
mas think of Hersey's big stock and
no doubt this store enjoys one Of the
largest businesses on the kennebec It
is highly gratifying to shop where
the variety is so extensive and up
to-date" Distinctive and special lines
are a feature.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Marie Saunders home made sweets
are sold in the daintiest Of dainty
packages and the candies themselves
are irresistibly delicious
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

The Christmas candies that are
homemade are most eagerly sought
peanut taffy. ribbon candy, fudge,
broken candy and the sweets which al
ways help to fill the stocking. n r.
Folsom has them all and package
goods for those who prefer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

The assortment of s2.25 and s1.9
waists. all packed in Christmas boxes
ready to make some one happy will b
sold at Chernowsky's for S1.49. The,
are crepe-oe- chimes and all desirabl
styles. The coat and suit department
has many splendid bargains for thos
who have not yet purchased their win
ter garments. Visit this store on you
shopping trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Cannot say too much 70 impress
families with the showing Of Christ
mas goods in \. Richmond's attrac-
tive store where toys in great variety,
dolls and other attractive presents
abound. This vast array pleases young
America immensely. Let them come
and see it.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

H C. Barker's fur department is {
feature of his business that attracts
and brings customers from afar. The
gentlemen's furnishings are so fault.
less in style. colors and quality it il
no wonder that the women and mer
should so appreciate such a stoct
were they to take time to inspect the
new arrivals
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-12-18

Cyr & SaVoie, III Water street, have
lot of iewelry on which they are
making prices which will please
Christmas shoppers
The Washington herald., 1915-10-17

caps and moccaslns. The boys say tina
they had been captured by band of th'
dreaded Canadian scouts-about who's
Indianlike ferocity many tales were told
Pierre and Antonio said the officer
you stay and guard these boys. If ont
moves you are to shoot him. Be careful
Pierre. TO let none of them escape to give
the alarm. JOIN us when YOU hear fir
ing. Come on. the rest of you
In a moment the steaIthy company ot
scouts was gone.
The two scouts talked together for a
short time in Canadian French. Then,
while the one called Pierre stood guard
with his rife. Antoinie picketed their
two ponies. and next tied together the
wrists and ankles of each boy, using
and Pierre carried wound around their
wrists. When all were securely tied the
two scouts stretched themselves out on
the grass. and began talking-none Of
the boys save Noel could understa nd
French
no" long must We "alf mere WIN
these wretched youngsters" said Pierre.
1t will take an hour more for them
to encircle the village; ana that must be
done before the attack is made
While Noel's ears had been busy. his
fingers had not been idle With the
deftness and patience born of his forest
training in Canada he had worked at
the knots that hound him. and had at
last succeeded. With the help OF the
darkness. IN untyinS them. He lay just
at the forests edge. and it required only
one sudden spring t. carry him into the
underhrush
The leap had been quick one. but
PIerre's sharp eyes had seen the boys
first movement. and as Noel crashed into
the bushes. the scouts knife-which he
could throw as an Indian throws the
toma hawk glanced through the air.
severing twis close to the boys cheek
Noel made two or three long leaps, then
crouChed down. and. feeling along the
earth. found a heavy stick. and flung it
crashing into the bushes at one side.
Pierre. leaving Antoine to guard the
The Washington herald., 1915-10-17
B4sed BY MARY MARSHALL
By l.. A. TEREBEL.
HAT the Lincoln Cadets called

4 kaAl tLe Lincoln IdOctS Cdllcu
w their "armory" was a large low
hall in the basement of the
Brick Church. Here they drilled three
times week during the winter and
spring. Here they kept their brightly
polished guns in racks ranged along the
wall. Here their drums and bugles We're
stacked in a pyramid in one corner. and
old Tom. the ianitor. was their arm
orer.'
The cadets were standing about the
hall in groups. pulling on their white
gloves and arranging their belts. for they
| intended to make brave show that night
because Mr. Dunworthy. president of the
board OF trustees Of the Brick Church.
was coming in later to review the bat
TALON.
"Perhaps he won't come. anyway" said
Capt. Tom TAYLOR. who commanded Com
pany A.
Why not" asked Adjutant Dale. as he
struggled with his gols aisulets
Some of his men have been on strike
| for pretty near week now. and Mr.
lbun NoIluy mas D'tn thl4S'u " sIiy ti'
| the mills until all hours" continued Tay-
lor
And | saw IN the papers today that
| they were beginning 10 get ugly, put in
diminutive lieutenant in short trousers
| The police had 70 be called to clear the
yard in front OF the mills.
Just then there was a blast from the
bugle and a great stamping of feet and
scattering of groups put an end to fur
ther discussion of the strike at Roland
and Dunworthy's mills.
The trouble at the iron mills was wholly
restricted to a vicious element among
the foreign workmen In all they num-
bered about $50 Few Of them could
speak English. many had seen the inside
Of the town Jail. and they were utterly
ostracized even by their fellow-country-
men.
These men had vountarily been given
an increase in pay Then. thinking. no
doubt, that any request of theirs would
be acceded to, they Immediately asked
for further benefits. and when these were
refused they left their work and took to
occasional rioting.
All this made it necessary for Mr. Dun
worthy to remain late at the mills. and
consequently he was forced to send
note to the church. saving that he would
be unable to he present at the review
that night. Old Tom. the Janitor, was
sent downstairs to inform the cadets.
When he announced that Mr.. Dunworthy
was not coming. there was an audible
hum Of disappointment in the ranks.
Never mind" said Maj. Downing. the
tall young man in command OF the ca
diets Go on with the parade, just as if
he we're here
Old Tom went upstairs and stood on
the front steps Of the church. looking up
at the clear starIit April sky. Presently.
however. his reveries We're interrupted by
the sound Of many feet and a sort of
distant humming noise. and looking down
the avenue he saw a crowd Of men sp-
preaching. He thought a first it was a
body of street cleaners. but as they came
nearer he recognized them as the strik-
ing foreigners from the mills. There
must have been a hundred or more. and
half Of them carried bludgeons
They did not pass by the church. as
old Tom had thought they would. but
seeing him standing there, they paused.
and one fellow. who spoke English fairly
we'll. asked: is this the Brick Church,"
Yes" answered the jantor.
The Washington herald., 1915-10-17


others, had sprung after Noel. AS Pierre
nlisled by the sound of the stick. went
a few yards to one side, Noel rose and
moved away. his moccasins making a:
| little noise as do the furry feet of a
Canada lynx creeping up to a moose.
But even a lynx sometimes stirs
twig that rustles a dead leaf. and now
this happened to Noel. Pierre's ear:
out the crouching figure. and, throw
ing his rifles to his shoulder. fired
Thanks to the darkness. the bul!e,
missed. but whizzed so close TO the boys
head that the conclusion almost stunned
him. Yet he felt like shout. .. for JOY
for the scout. his muzzle-!o loading rifle
empty and his knife gone. was practical-
| ly unarned
| Noel .eaped forward. running like a
deer. The scout sprans after him no,
! twenty yards behind.
They went on for what seemed a long
time to the man and boy plunging
through the underbrush of the woods. bat
which was probably not more than half
an hour BY that time Noel felt that his
strength was fast going. He was breath
ing painfully and had forced to slacken
his pace. when he came upon what at
first seemed a thick growth of bushes.
AS he broke through he found that it
was brush fence which some farmer
had built through the woods to enlarge
his pasture The boy. agile and light, had
little trouble. but Pierre Jared worse. and
brush and the tops OF fallen trees that
composed the fence. Noel had doubled
the distance between them.
AS Noel hurried he was startled by
some large animal. which he stumbled
upon just as it was getting 10 its feet:
it too was frightened. and ran on ahead.
Noel saw that it was one of the farmer 5
helters. Here was an opportunity to
mlslead his pursuer. and the boy dropped
TO the ground by the side of log and
lay perfectly quiet Pierre. out of breath.
and struggling to make up the ground he
had lost. kept on after the heifer, think
ing 1t was Noel
AS soon as the Canadian was out of
hearing. Noel jumped UP and started to-
ward the clearing. which he knew was
nearby. In a few minutes he reached
the edge of the wood, and far off across
the fields saw a black shaft in the star
light. the spier of the village church 1t
was fully three miles away. for he had
been running from the village. rather
than toward II. The attack. he knew.
would be made within an hour.
There was a stretch of nearly q
mile across the fields before a road
could be reached. Noel started for
ward across the uneven pasture-land.
Finally he came to the road that
led on to the village. still two miles
away. He could not go faster than q
slow trot now. and he was painting
painfully.
He had gone perhaps half the way
when there was the sound of horses
hoofs coming from the direction of
the village. He crouched down in the
shadow Of some bushes. and waited.
In a moment the horse and its rider
came in sight and by the dim light
noel recognized the village doctor. old
Mr.. Hedding. astride his white pony.