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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
StarIino Unpopular Bird.

Starlings are not liked in Australia.
according to reports from the Amer
lean consul at Melbourne. Besides
being destructive to fruit, they are
charged with turning valuable insect
eating birds out of their nests.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
BOMB KILLS FIFTY GERMANS.
London Hears Airman Hit Ammunition
Depot In Belgium.

London-Bombs dropped by British
aviators near Roulers. Belgium, caused
the explosion of a large ammunition
depot and also resulted in the killing
of so German soldiers who were load
ing an ammunition train. says a Cen
trail News dispatch from Rotterdam.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29

What Alfred the Great is to early
Britain, that Peter the Great, in his
crude way, is to Russia. If ever a
face of people found adequate express
sion in one person, that race was the
Slavic race in their great car
Century.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29

This is indeed the central point Of
human wisdom-to act as though each
deed must bear wondrous, everlasting
fruit. and yet to realize the insignifi-
canoe of Just action before the uni.
verse.-Maeterlinck.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29

entire length. whereas the other, which
was mixed very wet, was only slightly
pitted. The experiments, it is expected,
will throw much light upon prob.
lem that has long perplexed construc.
ton ENTHUSIASTICALLY COMPANION.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
FRISCO FAIR SHOWS PROFIT.
Total Receipts Up To June 10 Close
To S2.5oo,ooO.

San Francisco.-A profit of $61. 900
from operation of the Panama Pacific
Exposition from the opening, Febru-
airy 20, TO June Is was reported to the
board of directors by Rodney S.
Durkee. comptroller. The report said
the profit was net and that allowance
had been made for accrued obligations
ana unused admissions. Total re.
ceipts were said to hare been about
$500 600.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
Rrier williams

Charity hez been kiyverin' a multi
tude o. sinners dis long time" said
Br'er Williams, IAN dis raggedy ole
coat O. mine makes me think it's bout
time for charity ter git round ter de
righteous. Atlanta Constitution.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
salt in Various Waters.

A ton of water from the Atlantic
ocean, when evaporated, yields 81
pounds of salt; ton of Pacific water,
rs pounds: ton OF Arctic or Ant
arctic water, Sc pounds; ton of wa
ter from the Dead sea, 1877 pounds.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
GEN. HUERTA HELD
UPON THE BORDER
Charged With Conspiracy to
lncite a Revolution.
IS RELEASED UNDER BAIL
Former Dictator Alleged To Be Con-
cerned In Plot Backed BY Ameri
cans To Seize Control OF Mex
lean Government.

Ell Paso, Texas.-Charges OF con-
spring to incite revolution against
a friendly country were fled against
General victoriano Huerta, former
President of Mexico. who was placed
under arrest at Newman, n. NJ, by
Federal officers.
Similar charges were fied against
General Pascual Orozco, who was ar
rested at the same time.
Huerta was released on $4,000 bono.
Orozco's bail was fixed at $500 and
he also was released.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
Coral Tooth Powder.

The debris left from coral, after 1t
has been made into articles of jew
elry, etc, is crushed, scented and sold
as tooth powder at high price by In
dian perfumers.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
EncIe Eben.

Some men," said Uncle Eben,
don't realize how much patience an
perseverance dey has in DER systems
until dey gifts ambitious to I'll three
card Pushes an inside straights."
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
A BUSY SUBMARINE.
Sank Seven Fishing Vessels Whose
Crews Were Saved.

London. - Seven fishing vessels
known as drifters have been sunk by
German submarine off the coast of
Scotland Most of the crews OF the
fishing boats were saved The crews
of the boats were taken aboard the
American steamship Llama. which re-
ported the drifters were sunk at
point east of the Skerries.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
Chopped Hair in Surgery

Chopped hair has been successfully
substituted for skin in skin grating
by French surgeon, due to the fact
that hair cells can be transformed
into skin cells.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
Where the Trouble Was,

Husband-"You spend altogether
too much money" Wife-"Not at all!
The trouble is you don't make enough"
Boston Transcript.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
Niaoara Falls.

II is generally understood that the
Falls OF the Zambezi, on the east
coast Of Africa, are in every way
much larger than those at Niagara.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29

After the literary guy has made a
hit he must keep right on turning out
stun, to live up to his picture in the
tobacco advertisements.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
U. s. DENIES HINT ABOUT JAPAN
No Suggestions Were Made Concern
ina Troops

Washington.-Ofi denial Of the
story printed at The Hague, that
Japan was prevented from sending
800. 900 troops to Europe as the result
of an unofficial hint to Great Britain
from Washington, was made at the
State Department.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
In Natural Order

Do the small things. and the first
will Immediately cone.-John Bright.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
JAPs COMMIT SUICIDE.
Hari Kari Preferred To Life When
Germans Took Lembero.

Major Nakajima and Cap
tain Hashimoto, japanese officers fight
ing with the Russian Army at Lem
berg, committed hari kari when the
Ga1lcian capital fell. rather than suffer
what they considered the dishonor of
being made prisoners of war, accord.
ing to official sdyices received from
Petrograd
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
Shackinn

speaking OF electrifying modern
oances, have you seen the induction
coil"-Cornell Widow.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
Choir and Qulre.

The word "Quire." as applied TO a
chorus Of singers is rare. The proper
word is choir"
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29
TALE Wins IN
ANNUAL RACES
Captures All Three From Har-
ward in Regatta.
BULLDOG BY FIVE LENGTHS
Victory a Notable Feat For the Eng
Iish Thoie Pins, Taken To New
Haven BY Nickalls, the
British Coach.

New London, Conn.-For the first
time in many years Yale University
crews swept the river in the annual
dual regatta with Harvard. Notwith-
standing delays due to rough water
and accidents the English-coached
Fights of the Blue, with characteristic
bulldog determination, fought for vic
tory from early forenoon until dark,
defeating in turn the junior, varsity
and freshman Fights of the Crimson.
Victory was exceedingly sweet to
the Ellis, for the intervarsity regatta
records have to be searched for many
years to find Yale triple victory, al
though similar hard successes are of
more frequent and recent occurrence.
To add to the joy of the Blue the
varsity eight established a new up
stream course record in winning the
big race.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1915-06-29

a well-fed hoss," said Uncle Fben.
Is better recommend fob do NAV
oat owns him dan fancy harness,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
MEETING OF THE CIVIC CLUB

The Woman's Civic Club held their
regular meeting at the Municipal build
ing Saturday afternoon. Selections by
the High School orchestra and vocal
solo by Miss Marion Jones were much
appreciated.
After the reports of the committees
were given, DR.. Gillen gave very in
structive talk to the ladies telling many
ways in which Mineral Point might be
made more beautiful and more health
full, and in what way the University
Extension Bureau is of assistance in
these matters.
The next meeting will be held in the
High School Friday evening, May 7.
1t is desired to have full attendance
of all citizens interested in cleaning up
the city. Slides on home and COM
munity sanitation will be shown, and
as special entertainment, a dramatic
reading, 'The Twelve Pound Look, y
by Barrie will be given by members of
the club
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
w r. c.. Memorial.

Resolutions on the death OF Mrs. Mary
E. Priestley, who died April ~.
Resolved that we cherish the memory
of our Sister, who was devoted mem
Der of our order, and who served with
credit in several different offices. She
was president for several terms. The
members Of the w. r. G.. will miss her
kindly presence and advice. AS officer
and member she was ever ready to pro-
mote it's welfare, and as she lived IN
the spirit of charity and the love Oh
truth so shall be her reward. SuDmis-
siye to the wisdom Of our Master from
whom all comfort comes, we now ex-
tend sincere sympathy to the bereaved
family.
Resolved, that our charter be draped
for thirty days, as an expression OF our
sorrow.
Fraternally submitted in F. l.. 9.
ELIZA JEUcK,
VIOLA ANDERSON,
KATE JOHNSON.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
The Boys Scouts

Saturday of the Troop of Boy Scouts
of Mineral Point 'hiked'' to the south
west about six miles and spent most
enjoyable day. They picked and
named seven different kinds of wild
flowers, 6shed, killed snakes, went in
swimming, and in general made the
welkin ring with thier notes of good
cheer.
This will be busy week for them.
Monday night they met for business
and DR. Ridley gave further instruction
to those who have rot completed their
work in .first Aid'' to the injured.
Those who could be spared from in
struction, were put at the service of
ladies who wanted ''Swat the Fly"
circulars distributed.
A proposition to erect a number of
bird houses in the parks and trees of
the city was accepted and several of
the boys will be detailed to do this
important work.
The Troop accepted an invitation
from the willing workers of the
Congregational church, to attend a
banquet at the lecture room of the
Congregational church on Wednesday
evening, and to give an exhibition in
first aid work and in Indian club
swinging.
A fourth patrol has been organized
under the leadership of George Harris
and Claude Phillips.
The wolf Patrol" elected Ernest
Barnes leader and David Brown assist
ant leader; the Ram Patrol" elected
Christopher Hendra leader and. George
Bliss as assistant
The Fox PATROL elected Donald
Gotham leader and Ted Gray assistant.
Roy Dunn and Gordon Shepard are
assistant scout masters.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
PAYS AN OLD DEBT.
Tennessee Farmer Sends Check For
$3.50 Plow Bought In 1896.

Tennessee Farmer Sends Check For
$3.50 Plow Bought In 1896.
Little Rock, Ark.-In 1896 j. Milton
Williams, a Tennessee farmer, bought
a plow from H. S. Speck. a hardware
dealer at Morristown, Tenn. on credit.
Recently Mr.. Speck, who long ago left
Tennessee and is now resident OF
Little Rock. received a check for $3.50
the price of the ploW. The letter ac-
companying the check read as follows:
Dear Sir-You remember some years
ago | bought of you a turning plow.
have always intended to pay the debt,
but it seemed that had so many things
on me that l had to put what little
money l could get into other places. l
hope you will pardon me for keeping
you out of your money for so long. l
trust you are well and prosperous"
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
ROLAND GARROS.

many competitions in that country.
One of his latest exploits was at Dun
kirk, when he shot dead in the air the
aviator and the observer of a German
aeroplane. He went out against this
machine alone, and as his machine was
the faster he was able to gain an ad-
vantageous position. from which he
fired with fatal precision.
Garros was born of French parents
at Cape Town. South Africa. in 1885.
He is a graduate of the University of
Paris and of it's law school and for a
time practiced his profession in the
French capital.
The exploits of Garros have made
him prominent figure in aviation cir
cles throughout the world. He has ap-
peared in meets in Richmond. Chatta-
nooga, Memphis, New Orleans. Dallas.
Fort Worth. Oklahoma City. Waco.
Houston. San Antonio, Ell Paso. Mex
leo City, Vera Cruz. Havana and New
York and holds a number Of speed
prizes won at tournaments held in
many European cities.
On Dec. II. 1912. Garros ascended to
a height of 1902 feet and established
a worlds altitude mark. On his flight
from Tunis to Sicily in December, 1912.
he travelled for distance Of 100 miles
entirely over water. When he flew
across the Mediterranean from st.
Raphael to Bizerta he Travelled 550
miles in Z hours and So minutes.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
ENTERED INTO REST
Mrs. Mary E. Priestley.

Mrs. Mary E. Priestley (nee Tyack)
was born in Mineral Point, Wis, Jan.
II. 1S45, and died in same place April
%, 1915, at the age of 70 years, 3 months
and days. She was married to Mr..
William Ell. Priestley in 1866, the fami-
ly residing here until the time of her
husbands death in 1876. since which
time as a widow she has continued her
residence in this city.
Sister Priestley joined the Methodist
Episcopal church in her younger days
and continued a valued and honored
member of the same to the time of her
death. More than thirty years ago she
became an active member of and work
er in the Relief Corp. She became it's
President and after she gave up that
position she was retained in the honored
post as Past President and often pre-
sided at installation services and other
functions.
Mrs. Priestley was the mother of four
boys, two of whom died in infancy.
The two remaining to mourn her loss
are: William A. of this city and
George T. of Chicago.
Her life was characterized by her de-
votion to the interests of others rather
than herself. Her delight was to be
doing some kind act and sacrificing
herself for others. Through her efforts
in large part, the poor and needy of
this vicinity have been supplied in a
quiet and unaustentious way, and it is
said that no worthy call for help ever
! went away unassisted. She would take
her basket and carry supplies herself
when it seemed needful and many a
cheerful heart has been made by her
acts of kindness.
She endeared herself to a host of
| friends and those who knew her best
| loved her best. Her life has been an
open book to the dwellers of this city
| and she will be long remembered for
her sterling Christian character. "Her
works will live after her"
Besides her two boys, she leaves one
sister, Mrs Catherine Priestley, living
at Madison. Her naphews and niece
have been as attentive to her in her
illness as her own could be.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Crusader of the Wisconsin Anti
Tuberculosis Association is received at
the library. The April number con-
tains much of interest in regard to a
model fly campaign. The latest and
best methods of prevention and getting
rid of flies is discussed. Many sugges-
tions as to sanitation and proper food
are to be found in all the numbers.
AGRICULTURAL BULLETINS.
Bulletins of the Wisconsin Agri-
cultural Experiment Station are regu-
larly received and are kept on file.
These bulletins contain much that Is
useful to farmers, gardeners, dairymen
and others interested in the best
methods of making the farm pay.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
a Dangerous Practice.

Last Friday as Mrs. Charles Allen
was driving into town she narrowly
escaped being struck by a stray bullet.
She had just reached the old town hall
when bullet whistled over her horses
head, bringing the faithful animal to a
standstill; and little further another
bullet passed over in close proximity
Some boys down in the hollow were
shooting a rifle, and their shots went
wild. The careless handling of firearms
is most dangerous practice.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
Officers of Bankers Association.

At their annual meeting in Madison
last week the members Of group two
Wisconsin Bankers association elected
officers as follows.
President, o. E. Gray, Platteville;
vice president, j. w. Hutchison, Min
eral Point; secretary and treasurer,
Harold Breylinger, Monticello; E. B.
Steensland, Madison, delegate; j. j.
Jamison, Shullsburg, alternate to state
convention; N. T. Gill, Reedsburg, and
C. R. Thomson, Richland Center, mem
bers of executive committee.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
PLEADS FOR DRUG FIEND.
Mother Asks Dispensation In Case OF
Sixty-year old Victim.

M OIneF ASKS GlSPSnSdIiOu III SdSC W
Sixty-year Victim.
Washington.-Plea for her sixty
year-old boy" who, she says, will die
if he is not permitted to obtain the
drugs denied him by the Harrison anti
drug bill, an eighty-one-year-old Colo
RADIO woman has written pitlful letter
to DIR. B. r. Reese of the internal rev.
enue division of the treasury depart
ment. She addressed her letter to
President Wilson, but Secretary Tum-
ulty sent it to DR.. Reese, whose office
is the clearing house of such CORE
spOndence.
Much as the appeal of the old Colo
rado woman moved the officials, no
exception will be made in that case.
There is no intention on the part of
the internal revenue division to issue
blanket permits to obtain drugs for
individual cases.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
A final APPEAL

So much has been said and written In
support of campaign for cleanliness
against the fly menace, against filth
and rubbish of all kinds, that we must
assume nearly everyone is thoroughly
convinced in his own mind of the ines
timable advantages of a clean, attract
i've city with neat streets and tidy
yards, with trim lawns and well swept
walks.
To have our city placed in the clean,
attractive class should be our ambition.
To begin with it requires only little
effort expended on the part of each one
of us. Let us each do our share,-that
is put our own home and surroundings
in the very best shape. Whether the
house we live in, the store or business
place we occupy, if owned by US or rent
ed, should not make the least difference,
for in the latter case we are responsible
for it's sanitary condition and mainte-
nance just the same.
Ny last word to all would be, let us
get together during these last days OF
clean up week and make the occasion
truly memorable by one great united
effort that will reach from the northern
limits of Mineral Point to the extreme
southern, and from the eastern confines
of our city to the western.
May this effort reflect, then, the be-
ginning of a cleaner, better and more
beautiful Mineral Point.
GEORGE SMIEDING.
n,;l 90 1O1S Hooltb Com missioner
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
To the Memory of Samuel Francis

To the Memory of Samuel Francis
AS passed by Iowa Lodge, No. l, |. O..
o. f.
Whereas, 1t has pleased the Grand
Master of the Universe to remove from
our midst Brother Samuel Francis, who,
on the 18th day of April, 1915. left his
home below, which was mansion of
peace, and his household in the enjoy
ment of comfort and content. He was
a tender husband, an affectionate par
ent and a considerate neighbor, living
in peace with all mankind and possess
ing their confidence and regard. He
has been crowned with honor, and
sinks into the grave obedient to the
will of God, attended by the prayers of
all who knew him, and under the full
hope of blessed Immortality. Brother
Francis has reached another shrine,
learned dread and sublimer mystery
never yet to mortal known. He mas
seen a wondrous revelation unto ali
that live unknown. He passed a strange
initiation, travelling all the paths alone.
Therefore, be it
Resolved, That as token of regard
for our departed brother, the lodge be
draped for a period of thirty days, and
that these resolutions be spread on the
records of the lodge and that copy of
the same be sent to the family of our
deceased brother and also furnished the
local papers for publication.
N. TREwEEK.
j. III. DUNN,
W. S. PEDLEY,
Committee.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
D.. q, NV Heart; Not Coming.

4
Mineral Point theatregoers who had
their heart set on seeing Peg Q MY
Heart are doomed to disappointment
Rnt It can't be helped; as the following
letter shows:
.Chicago, Illinois, April 10. 1919.
Municipal Theatre Committee:
14entlemen- am very sorry to ad-
wise Won that just received word from
the management at New York OF Peg
0. NY Heart" that they are going TO
close the show on April twenty fourth
on account of bad business during the
mast three weeks with this attraction,
and would thank you to kindly cancel
your date of May fourth.
Yours truly, JAMES WINGFIELD.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1915-04-29
MIFFLIN.
BY KATHERYN GowMAN.

Born, to Mr.. and Mrs. Phil Johnston,
Thursday, April %, a son.
Misses Hattie Rain and Annie M.
Jones, accompanied by Edwin Jones
and Thomas Cornish, autoed to Platte
vile Thursday evening and attended
the concert by the Welsh Glee singers.
Superintendent Jesse A. Van Malta
and son Clinton of DOdgeville were
here Saturday greeting friends and on
business.
Myrl Steinborn enjoyed a visit with
relatives at Platteville the latter part
of the week.
Joseph Wiseman of Benton was
guest at the home of his brother Will
and wife here from Saturday until
Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs Charles Crapp and
children paid visit to her sister Mrs.
VIM. Bullian at Martinville Saturday
and Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Wilkinson, Sr.
and son Harry and Mr.. and Mrs. Will
Brazzell and son Kenneth motored to
Platteville Sunday and visited relatives.
Miss Gladys Stacey is spending this
week with her sister Mrs. Edward
Jones and family at Pecatonica.
Mr.. and Mrs. James Gowman enter
tained the following relatives and
friends at a Sunday supper: Mr.. and
Mrs. John Held and son Edgar, Mr..
and Mrs. w. c.. Hotz, Mr.. and Mrs.
Leslie Gowman, Mr.. and Mrs. Adam
Dolphin, Mr.. and Mrs. Will Wiseman
and son, Joseph Wiseman of Benton,
Mr.. and Mrs. John Hitchcock and
daughter Grace Stacey of Pecatonica
and Hugh Smyth.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. White made a
Sunday visit TO their relatives near
Mineral Point.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Hitchcock and
daughter Grace Stacey Of Pecatonica
visited Saturday and Sunday at the
home of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
James Gowman.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ray Bainbridge were
Mifflin callers at Cobb Saturday.
A common school diploma examinas-
ton was held here Saturday. Several
pupils from the district wrote the
examination.
The Royal Neighbor lodge here
initiated Mrs Charles Dietzman, Sr.
into their camp April 81. lap lunch
was served and the evening was enjoy
ably spent.
Mr.. and Mrs. c.. M. Bainbridge re-
ceived visit from their friend MISS
Jennie Holt of Elmo a few days.
Mr.. and Mrs. G.. E. Kerwan depart
ed Saturday for Chicago and New YORK.
after the past two weeks spent here.
Charles Gruber has a new 1915 Model
Ford car.
Mrs. Anna Poad and Doris and
Alice Hartford were out from Mineral
Point over Sunday enjoying a with
relatives.