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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
THIS is WORLD
WIDE BABY WEEK
Why a Baby Week?

For two reasons: First to give to
the parents the opportunity Of learning
the facts with regard to the care of
their babies; second to make known to
a community the Importance of its
babies.
In our own state Of Wisconsin during
1915, a total of 5000 babies under one
year of age died. One half might have
been saved.
The fundamental causes Of infant
mortality are mainly the result OF
three conditions-po poverty, ignor-
ance and neglect.
DR.. L. EMMETT HOLT.
The Women's Civic club of this city
will observe Baby Week by asking the
merchants to make Baby displays in
their windows; by special exercises in
the schools on The Baby" by the
distribution of literature on the Health
of the Baby" and by free entertain
ment to be given in the Congregational
Lecture room, Saturday March II, be-
ginning at 2 o'clock p. m.
Music by High School orchestra.
Drill by Kindergarten children.
Lecture-'Care and feeding Of in
fants."
Dialogue-''Th Baby by Wilson
Emery and Blanche Treweek.
Song-Miss Marion Jones.
A social hour will follow; during
which the social committee will serve
refreshments and every one will be
given an opportunity 10 see the com
plete "Baby's Outfit" and secure litera-
ture Trained nurses Of our city will
be ready to give any desired informa-
ton. A cordial invitation is extended
to all the women Of our city and rural
community. Arrangements have been
made with some of the Domestic
Science girls to care for the little chill
dren during the lecture, so mothers
come and bring your little ones.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Birthday Anniversary.

Eighteen ladies, near relatives and
friends of Mrs Amelia Spratler, enjoyed
IA delightful one o'clock luncheon at her
home here Monday afternoon, March 6.
The delicious viands served and the
fine spirit of cordiality that prevailed
made it an exceptionally pleasant af-
fair. The luncheon was given in honor
of the seventy fourth birthday anniVer-
sary of Mrs Spratler highly esteemed
resident of. our city. She was the re-
cipient of many beautiful gifts.
Her daughter Mrs John M. Reese
and grand daughter Mrs Everette Davis
of Dodgeville were present.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
THE ANNUAL MASONIC PARTY

The Joint party given by the Masonic
bodies and the Eastern Star on Friday
evening, March 3, was very largely at
tended and proved one Of the most
pleasing social functions of the season.
The banquet was provided and served
by the brethren from $50 to 100
Covers were laid for 165 at sitting and
in all about $50 dinners were served;
but at no time were the guests subjected
to crowding or waiting.
A number of indirect lighting fixtures
were recently installed in the banquet
room, enhancing it's beauty; and with
profusion of blooming plants and other
decorations, the tables were provided
with delicious refreshments; while to
the strains of the Masonic orchestra,
the time spent at the banquet board
proved very pleasant and satisfying.
The program at o'clock by the
Chicago Male Quartet was by far the
best entertainment ever given IL tie
Temple, Notwithstanding the fact that
for number of years first class lyceum
attractions have been secured and pre-
sented. Seldom do you find quartet
of which each member is a good soloist;
but this company was such; and their
quartet work was fine indeed. 1t is in
deed pleasure to meet and hear such
talent.
An exhibition drill by the Sir Knights
in the banquet room proved novel and
entertaining feature. Following this
came the dance, which was highly en-
ioyed by a very large number of young
people.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Farewell Party.

A farewell surprise party was given
the Misses Laverty and their brother
John Laverty at their farm home six
miles east Of town, Friday evening
March 3, 1916, by their neighbors and
friends; prior to their departure to make
their home in this city. About forty
people were present. A rocking chair
was presented to the family by the
guests as remembrance Of happy days.
A lap luncheon was served from we'll
filled baskets and a pleasant evening
was spent by all
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
COMMERCIAL CLUB PARTY

One of the most charming pTelenten
parties was held Monday evening at the
Commercial club rooms given by the
members of the club.
The rooms were very artistically dec
Grated with floral baskets and garlands.
The two hour concert given by the
Gretchen Cox company was an event
long to be remembered. Each selection
proved rare treat. Following this a
two course repast was served by the
competent Opie caterers. From then
on until the early morning the guests
enjoyed dancing to the excellent music
furnished by the Municipal Theatre
orchestra.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
l. OH > u uly.
JOHN E.
Gard of Thanks.

In our time of depressing bereave-
ment we are not forgetful of the kind
services rendered and the soothing
words of sympathy and comfort spoken
by neighbors and friends and the beau
tiful flowers presented for our beloved
wife, mother and sister, for all of
which our sincere thanks are here
extended JOHN r. BROWN & FAMILY,
MRS. CULLEN AVER,
MRS. EMMA JAMES.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
UNITED IN MARRIAGE
Thom-Dunn.

Married at La Crosse, Wis, March 6,
1916, by Rev. Father Connore Of st.
Mary's Church, Miss Marie Thorn of
Monroe to Mr. Fred Dunn of Mineral
Point.
The happy couple have many friends
in this community who extend con-
gratulations and the best Of good
wishes.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Kane-McGinn.

Married, in Milwaukee, on Wednes-
day, March 1, Miss Henrietta Kane tC
Mr.. J. D. McGinn The attendants
were Miss Ellen McGinn, sister of the
groom, and Miss Zelma Kane, sister OF
the bride, and Harry Leonard, cousin
of the bride, and Mr.. Lee McGinn,
brother Of the groom.
The bride formerly lived here and
graduated from the Mineral Point High
School.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Miss Mary TeaSdale.

Miss Mary Teasdale, a former resi-
dent Of Mineral Point, died Wednesday,
March /, at the home OF her sister Mrs
A, Ortloff in Kansas City, Mo
The Kansas City Star contained this
funeral notice:
Miss Mary Teasdale died Wednesday, March
l. at the home Of her sister Mrs A. Ortloff, 1869
Oak. She is survived by two sisters Mrs {. b,
Parnelee, Arlington, S. Oak, and Mrs Orlof,
and one brother T. w. Teasdale, Minneapolis,
MINI. Funeral services ut the home Friday
morning at 10 o'clock. Burial in Forest Hill
cemetery.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Vital Statistics From the State Board
of Health.

of Health.
The infant death rate of Wisconsin
is more than seven times that of the
entire population, including infants.
Seventy per cent Of total deaths under
one year are preventable, exclusive
stillbirths).
In some localities the high mortality
rate is due to incomplete birth regis
tration, since not all births are record
ed and all deaths are.
In Iowa county the birth rate should
be % per thousand inhabitants, if pro-
perly registered. AS it is, it is 1879 per
1000. go per cent Of deaths of babies
in Iowa county occur the first month,
more than in any other Wisconsin
county. Death rate for U. S. total
population per 1000 is 14.2. Death rate
for Wisconsin total population is lis.
Important Agents in reducing the
infant death rates:
(a) Well informed parents.
(b) Doctors and midwives with spec.
ial training in obstetrics,
(c) Well trained nurses,
(d) Well equipped hospitals,
(e) A pure milk supply.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH
c.. w. Emery. Pastor.

Announcements for Sunday, Mar. 10.
Glass meeting, 9:30.
Morning worship, 10:30.
Sunday School. 1:45.
Our motto: The Whole church at
Sunday School"
Junior League, 800.
Epworth League meeting, $50.
Evening worship, 7:3O.
The choir will furnish special music
both morning and evening.
A cordial invitation to all our SER
vices is extended. Strangers in the
city are especially welcome.
Save Thursday evening for the mid
week Prayer Meeting.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
WISCONSIN LEADS
Does MT This Make You Proud of Your State?

Doesn't This Make You Proud of Your State?
EDUCATION
hpa M 1on T6o' the our camba @ eom eouny rg s soo @
Journal of Education
n The Educational News Bulletin
Department Of Public Educion]
II am proud Of state that
Is one of four states that grant state aid for i'm
proved physical conditions in country schools
Is one of fifteen states giving state aid for
sol1datlon and transportation
Is one of six giving state aid to graded schools
Is one of three where the state department may
pass Judgment on the fitness of the schoolhouse
and enforce the penalty
Is one of eight which grant state aid either
basis Of teaching efficiency minimum salary
Is one of three to place premium on hiring coun-
try school teachers with certain qualifications
Is one of fewer than four states that require
year of professional training OF those who enter
upon the work of teaching country schools
II proud of a state
Whose law provides for a library in every country
school with yearly additions
That provides facilities for country school teacher
training i'll normal schools, county training
schools and high school special courses
That provides for supervision in each county in
addition to that by the county superintendent
That brings the school board members together in
annual convention IN each county
That offers high school education free to all boys
and girls within its borders
That has minimum rural school year of eight
months
That, though she has all these things, is not
satisfied with conditions they are, but is con-
stantly looking for the best in country school
education"
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
New Motor Trucks.

Groth & Noble have purchased a
four cylinder one ton Buick truck and
have put it into service for their bottling
works. 1t will greatly expedite the de-
livery of their soft drinks to all the
country round about.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Entertain Friends.

Fourteen young ladies were delight
fully entertained Saturday evening
March 4, 1916, at the home Of Mr. and
Mrs J. J. Mauger, by their daughter
Miss Agnes. The evenings entertain
ment consisted of dancing with good
music. Dainty refreshments were
served. The merry hours sped all too
swiftly for the guests.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Appointed University Visitor.

DR. Charles FL. Villas, of Madison, was
appointed member of the Board of Wis
itors of the University of Wisconsin by
the Board of Regents at their joint
meeting held in Madison on March /.
DR.. Villas will succeed Ernest Copeland,
of Milwaukee, resigned.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09

We should double Wisconsin's dairy
output within ten years. More COWS,
better COWS, alfalfa in every meadow
and clover seeded with every crop will
do it. 1t means hundred million
more dollars every year.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Unclaimed Letters.

MINERAL POINT, Feb. %, 1916.-Let-
ters addressed as follows remain unclaimed at
the Mineral Point postoffice:
Harry G. Dodge, Sam Cecil,
Frank Wauchi. Mrs Carrie Cline.
R. P Hohns, j. II. Lewis.
Henry Manek Lager
In calling for above, please say advertised
GEORGE CRAWFORD Postmaster.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
A LETTER FROM MONTANA
Surprise Party at the Home or
Former Mineral Pointers.
Deer Lodge, Montana, March

Deer Lodge, Montana, March 2, 1916.
Crawford Bros, Publishers:
[ am sending in advance for one year to The
Iowa County Democrat. am very much
pleased with the paper and look forward every
week for its coming.
am living on q farm few miles from Deer
Lodge Montana. My former home was Mineral
Point Montana is a very prosperous state;
wheat is Sl.l5 a bushel, eggs are 40 cents per
dozen, potatoes Sl.25 per hundred. butter 4O
cents a pound, oats Sl40 hundred, land is
worth from $50 to 500 an acre, COWS from $50 to
500 a head dressed hogs are 1219 cents pound,
live hogs are to 10 cents pound.
A surprise party was given last Tuesday,
February %, 1916. in honor of Mr.. and Mrs, j.
E. Richards 10Th wedding anniversary, at
their home.
About twenty couples were entertained at
playing cards and dancing. About eleven thirty
o'clock a delightful luncheon was served of
sandwiches, cake and coffee. The crowd began
to b. eak up about two o'clock.
Yours truly,
JOHN E. RICHARDS.
Mrs Richards was formerly Miss
Margaret Francois, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs John Francois. and Mr..
Richards is the son of our townsman
James Richards.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
SMALLER BOARD OF REVIEW.

At the meeting of the common council
last night. resolution offered by Alder
man Meserole, and adopted unanimous
ly, provides that the board of review
for the city of Mineral Point shall con-
sist of the mayor. the city clerk, and
one supervisor, to be elected by the
council.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
NEW FORD AUTO TRUCK.

The James Brewer company have
purchased and put into service d Ford
auto truck for delivering good things to
eat
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
ENTERED INTO REST
Mr. John emby

pioneer of Mineral Point, died
at his home at 4:3G o'clock Tues
day morning, March 7. The funeral
will take place at 2 p. IN. Thursday after
noon, March 8, under Masonic auspices.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09

The Platteville Normal debating
team defeated the Milwaukee Normal
team in the second triangular debate at
Milwaukee last week.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
new DELIVERY TRUCK.

Zweifel Bros. have a new Ford truck
and with it are giving their customers
quick delivery service.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
THE WOMAN'S AUXILIARY

of Trinity parish will meet at o'clock
every Thursday during lent at the res
idence of Mrs William S. Ross.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
w. J. c, Bond, Pastor.
SUNDAY SERVICES.

SUN 3AI SERVICES.
l0:30 03O a. II n 9ublic worship
;45 m Sunday School.
$50 p. m. christian EndeavOr.
Weekly prayer meeting Thur 1ay at
7:30 p m.
Strangers always welcome.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Sunday School Party and Supper.

Sunday school Farty and supper.
The children of the Trinity School
were given a party at the Parish house,
on the evening of Shrove Tuesday.
There was a large attendance Of chill
dren and teachers. Supper was served
at six o'clock, and a pleasant social
time followed.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09
Meeting of Woman's Civic Club.

The Woman Civic club will meet at
the Commercial Club room on Friday,
March 10, at o'clock. A full attend :
ance is desired as the election of officers
will be held at that time.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-03-09

Read over the want advertisements.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1916-06-06
MANY DETROIT
POLITICIANS AT
CHICAGO MEET

a strong delegation OF Detroit Re.
pubIcans Is in Chicago for the open
ing OF the national convention. Most
every politician able to get away fer
a few days is in the WinGy city, rub.
bling elbows with national history in
the making. Many OF the Detroi.
delegate and visitors are accom-
panied Ky their wives.
John + Dodge, who is a delegate,
took Mayor Marx. delegate atlarge.
and party. including sheriff Mil
ton Oakman, 10 Chicago on MS yacht
Nokomis. Delegates jerome R,mick,
John Haggerry and Charles Burton
made the trip separately.
Police Commissioner John Giles
pie, Secretary Edward r. Fitzgerald,
Charles y. Gadi. secretary OF the
school board, and Aid julius Krim-
mel drove to Chicago by way Of
South Bend. Alex. J. Grcesbeck and
party Of friends also rade the
trip by automobile. Aid sherman
Littleneld LET; for Chicago, Monday.
During the absence OF The mayor,
Aid Bob" Rutter. president OF the
common council, is acting executive.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1916-06-06
THE. CONFESSIONS OF A WIFE
| Begin to Tell AIice's Story to Pat.

Pat looked up quickly TO see If |
meant that last sentence, and seem
ed relieved when he found that
still thought work the hottest of
God blessings.
IL always makes my blood boil to
hear this talk about democracy and
democratic people in America. Most
OF us are snobs. We do not stop TO
think what democracy means.
To me democracy does not mean
that we are born equal and all that
l'am-as-good-as-you" rot. II means
70 me that TO you and 70 every one
Is given the chance TO make of one
self what one pleases. and. having
made II, OF being recognized as hav.
Ing Just such position In society,
no more and no less.
OF course, little book, / did not
go over all this yesterday when
was talking TO Pat, but the wonder.
ful thing about you is that | can go
wandering over any realm OF thought
that the subject have begun to
write about seems TO inspire, and
you do not seem bored or ask me to
get back TO the real matter in hand
or course, Pat, being in love with
trained nurse. thinks the whole
profession Is little better than any
other body OF women, but he submit
ted more or less gracefully when |
told him that only by making the
heroine Of my story trained nurse
could | account for their falling in
love IN plausible fashion.
Then, | continued, the boy as
soon as possible gets out and sees
the little nurse. He tells her that
his parents object, but as they new
er had refused him anything he was
quite sure he would be able TO bring
them over. SO sure OF this is he
that he insists she shall go and fur
nish a little apartment for them 10
live in after marriage.
He also arranges with the credit
man at his fathers store that any
thing she buys there shall be charg-
ed 10 him,
The girl does this all In good
faith and the little apartment be-
gins TO look like home. In the mean
time, the boy does not succeed in
making his parents consent to his
marriage.
They become aware OF the apart.
ment, but not before the boy has told
the girl that il will take longer
than he thought to get their consent.
and at the little home they have
made she gives herself to him in
faith and love, for as he says in his
boyish fashion, we may as we'll be
happy while waiting
Then will come the great de-
movement and the tragedy"
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1916-06-06
Society

Mrs. Francis Palms will entertain
dinner guests. Wednesday evening.
in the Country club, in honor OF
Miss Josephine Alger and her fence.
Henry Cheney.
Among the June graGuatca OF
Oberlin college is Miss Kathleen
White. daughter of Mr., and Mrs. c.
S. White. No, 10 Virginia Park.
Miss White will receive the degree
OF bachelor of arts.
o
Mr. and Mrs. James w. Flynn will
celebrate their golden wedding ami
versary, Wednesday evening. with a
dinner. IN the Detroit Athletic club.
%
Miss Sallie Willard. who was grad
uated last week from Maryland col
lege Lutheryille. Nd, has returned
10 her home, No. IS Chandler ave.
Mrs. Willard and Miss Corinne VIII
lard attended the commencement ex-
ercises.
O
Mrs Albert T.. Meder will give a
bridge-tea. Thursday afternoon. for
Miss Elsa DarV staetter. Miss Darn
siaCtter was the honored guest at A
Temple matinee party Saturday. fol
lowed by tea in the Hotel PontChar-
train. Miss Gladys Waterman and
MISS Pauline Henderson acting as
hOstcsses.
The marriage OF Miss Vera Hoedl.
daughter OF Nj and Mrs. John
Hocdl. No. Z Forestave. west, TO A.
Harold Loranger. will take place
Tuesday, Jun, 20.
%
Mr.. and Mrs. J, Henry Ling will
lcav" this week for Wellesley col.
lege To- attend the annual commence
meut exercises. Miss Elizabeth Ling
being a member OF the June gradual
ing class. Before returning TO De
troit, Mr. and Mrs. Ling and Miss
Ling Will motor through New Hamp-
shire
3
NJ annual dll'tdN Ou'lHs lpI INV
eruployos Of ParKe. Davis & Co. will
take place. Wednesday 10 Bots
Blanc. The affair is complimentary
the firm providing everything neces-
sary To the pleasure OF the day OK
cept the picnic eats" A hne ath
letic program has been arranged.
o
The Political and Civic league Will
give a birthday garden party on the
grounds of the home OF Mrs \. ..
Dunk. No 90 Chieaga-hlga, Weunes-
day afternoon. from , 10 : O'Clock
feature of the party will be the
whit, elephant auruon." There
will be an informal musical pro-
gram.
The Detroit times. [volume] (Detroit, Mich.) 1903-1920, 1916-06-06

, age and their claim 10 The millions
down so pat that II wouldn't take
five minutes 10 establish and ad.
| journ.
Then Il happened that Philip A.
McHugh, attorney, No 333 Majestic
building-probably because he held
the largest bundle of papers-was
called on Mr. McHugh went TO the
front and proceeded 10 give the
meeting a very comprehensive 70.
port of the last meeting which he
attended in Woodstock. Ont. as
legal representative of a number of
heirs There were many who re.
membered TIE meeting.
Mr. McHugh saiG that the meeting
vas brought about by a man who
was either insane or a downright
crook "
Mr.. McHugh said that while there
had been some doubt, he had docu.
mentS that he believed would eStab.
Charles h. baker, of Bloomdale,
o., quiet. gCod-natured scrt of
farmer. explained confidently that he
had communicated with the county
authorities in Philadelphia, and
positively that the estate existed
There was an attempt to applaud.
He finished by saving that he was
the seventh generation in the Baker
family.
When Baker declared, raising his
voice, that contrary TO the general
opinion. the colonel was a bachelor,
there was sudden buzZing Of
voices and one-half the meeting
took belligerent attitude while the
heirs by the sister ard brother
route route nodded enthusiastically.
Here another attempt was made to
applaud.
Mr. Baker then explained that he
was direct descendant Of Banja-
min Baker. brother OF Jacob S.
There was every indication that
the meeting will last indefinitely,
and IT Is quite likely that II will
not get very far. Many people have
como long distances. spending mon
ey they could not spare in a fight
for the Baker millions
Some brought stories OF stolen pa.
pers, stolen libraries which contain
ed records OF lineage and Wills en-.
litling them 10 the estate. Others
brought bags loaded with papers
and books. whoich they guarded asid.
uously. And there was one little.
plump fellow, who stood near the
chairman and smiled constantly,
bowling and scraping with every
word uttered by speakers In favor
Of his knowledge OF the estate.