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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Harker-MaSterS.

Miss Melva I. .Harker, daughter OF
Mr.. and Mrs. George J. Harker of the
town of Linden, and Mr.. Will Masters
of Linden were united in marriage at
Milwaukee on Wednesday, February
16, Rev. Wolters of the First Pres
byterian church officiating.
Miss Harker was graduated from the
departing Mt of Domestic Science, Uni
versity of Wisconsin, with the class OF
1918. For two years she taught in the
Kansas State Agricultural College at
Manhattan, Kansas, but was granted
leave OF absence last spring.
The groom is a nephew of, Logan
Thompson Of Linden. After gradual
ing from the Platteville normal in 1906,
he spent two years as instructor in
Mathematics and English in the
Blanchardville High School, and also
gained reputation as atheletic coach
there. He enrolled in the Agricultural
course at the university in 1908, but
discontinued in 1909 and went into
partnership with his uncle on their
farm in the town of Linden.
Mr.. and Mrs. Masters will be at
home to their many friends after April
Is, at their farm home in the town of
Linden.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Birthday Anniversary.

A very pleasant evening of cordial
social enjoyment was spent by number
of ladies the fore part of this week at
the home of Mrs Nicholas GRADER in
honor of her birthday anniversary. A
superb luncheon was served to the
guests by the Misses Genevieve and
Lenora GRADER. The affair was a sur
prise to Mrs GRADER, who also was the
recipient of many beautiful gifts, cut
glass, etc. Hearty congratulations
from hosts of friends for many happy
returns of the day is extended.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Unique Operation on Homer
TappinS.

The Wisconsin State Journal thus
tells of remarkable operation recently
performed at Denver upon Homer
Tappins, son of M. J. Tappins, former
ly Of Iowa County:
Homer Tappins, son of M. T. Tappins. secre-
tary of the state board of control, has under
gone one Of the most unique and scientific
operations for tuberculosis that is performed
For some months the boy has been in the hospi-
tai at Denver, Colo, and according to reports
his condition has been slowly declining.
Last week he wrote his father and asked per-
mission to have an operation performed upon
him for collapsing the lung which is affected
with tuberculosis. Upon receipt Of a letter
from the well known tuberculosis specialist Mr.
Tappins granted the request. The operation
has been performed.
From diagrams received from the physician it
is apparent that the cavity in which the effected
lung is located was completely filed with
oxygen which destroys the germs and permits
a drainage OF the pus from the cavity. The boy
has sent word to his father that he feels very
much better since the operation was performed
and the physician has indicated that under pre-
sent conditions the young man will be able to
be up and around in two weeks.
AS a result Of this operation the other lung
performs the function of both lungs. The
operation by the use of injecting oxygen practi-
cally destroys all of the tuberculosis germs in
he lung effected. The other lung is in such
good condi ion that physicians believe there
will be an immediate and complete recovery.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
THOMAS D. JONES
Desired by the President for
Secretary of War.

John Callan O'Laughlin states in his
news from Washington that President
Wilson is desirous of appointing
Thomas D. Jones of Chicago to the Of
flee of Secretary of War. The fact be-
came public in Washington on Tuesday.
Mr.. Jones nomination is said to de-
pend on two important factors first,
senate; and second, the personal wishes
of Mr.. Jones. Secretary McAdoo is
convinced that the nomination would
be wise, and that it would not encount-
er any opposition.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
WISCONSlN'S FARM
AND HOME WEEK
A. NJ. Kelly Of Mineral Point Wins
First Prize on Timothy Seed.

A. NJ. Kelly of Mineral Point Wins
First Prize on Timothy Seed.
This county did it's share in making
this years series Of mid winter farmers
conferences and conventions about the
best that has ever been held in the
state.
Men and women from practically
every part of the state went to Madison
last week to participate in the agricul-
tural conferences, which had been
called, and to enjoy the courses in
farming and homemaking, which the
College of Agriculture had arranged.
Besides the regular instrumental
work, the week was filled with impor-
tant conventions of the numerous agri-
cultural organizations, which have
helped to build up Wisconsin's most
important industry.
Iowa County men elected to Offices in
the various associations holding meet
ings during Farm and Home week
Irving Jewell, Mineral Point, president
of Wisconsin Hereford Breeders Asso-
citation; George Kelly, Mineral Point,
vice president Wisconsin Berkshire
Association.
A. N. Kelly, Mineral Point, won first
prize on timothy seed at the annual
exhibition of the Wisconsin Agricul
tural Experiment Association.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
The NJ. +. Martin Hardware Co.
Annual Banquet.

Monday evening of last week was
celebrated with banquet in the N. T.
Martin building on the corner of High
and Vine streets,-an annual event, to
tenants, employees and members of the
company. There were present: Frank
Martin, Wallace G. Martin, Theodore
Martin, A. w. Schultz, Chris Whitford,
George Knight, Charles Dunn, Charles
J. Winn, Roy Winn, DR.. William M.
Gratiot, DR.. w. J. Morgan, and Thomas
Holman. Will Grange, expert steward,
served tempting "eats," and the COM
pany spent the evening pleasantly.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17

There are 1880, 900 mich cows in
Wisconsin at the present time, accord
ing to a government report just com
piled by the bureau of crop estimates
This is an increase of 81, 900 cows com
pared with a year ago. The average
value herd has decreased from $3.50
year ago to $50. The report says
there are 712 900 horses in Wisconsin,
averaging $124 in value; 664,O 900 sheep,
averaging $3.50; 2,140,OOO swine, av-
eraging SO, and 5000 mules, averaging
S12O. The number of swine and sheep
decreased during the year, while there
was an increase in number OF horses
estimated at 1000.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
PUBLIC LIBRARY

A set of Warmers Library of the
Worlds Best Literature, in forty six
volumes, has been added to the refer
ence collection of the library. Only by
taking advantage of an unusual oppor
tunity could the library afford this val
liable set of books. For students and all
interested in the best literature this
work will prove of great value.
The Library will be closed on Wash
ington's birthday, Tuesday, Feb. %.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Valentine Dinner Party.

One of the social events of this week
was Valentine dinner of six courses
rendered to fifty ladies Monday evening
at o'clock, by Mrs George W. Horn at
her home on Mineral street. The home
all through represented a beautiful
scene with valentine decorations, red
hearts and cupids. The ladies were
served at ten tables, each table dec
Grated with pretty basket of natural
flowers and ferns, the place cards were
decorated heart and arrow designs
Cards furnished the evenings enter
tainment. The ladies present all pro
nounced it beautiful social event.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Entertain Teachers.

Mrs James Brewer entertained six
teen lady teachers of the public schools
of this city, and Mrs j. F. Hendra and
Mrs Walter S. Martin, members of the
school board, and Mrs E. G. Gotham
with a six o'clock dinner at her home
Tuesday evening. The excellent menu
served was credit to the genial host
ess. The occasion proved one of much
friendly social enjoyment. Mrs Andrew
w. Hopkins of Madison, daughter of
Mrs Brewer, served as assistant hostess.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
IOWA COUNTY SUNDAY
SCHOOL CONVENTION
To Be Held at the Baptist Church.
OodgeviIie, Wis, Feb. 22 and %.

To Be Held at the Baptist Church,
Oodgeviiie, Wis, Feb. 22 and 23.
The Iowa County Sunday School
convention and institute will be held
under the auspices of the Wisconsin
Sunday School Association, at Dodge
vile, February % and %.
The program which has been pre-
pared will commence at 1:30 on
Tuesday afternoon and close on Wed
nesday afternoon.
ALI delegates will be entertained on
the Harvard Plan i. e. lodging and
breakfast to be served at place of en-
tertainment, other meals to be had
elsewhere.
Delegates should notify DR.. Elmo
Reese of Dodgeville not later than
February 19, if entertainment is ex-
pected.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Observation-Disclosures.

Madison Democrat, Feb. IS: Rev
and Mrs George Merrifeld, West
Washington avenue, went to Fennimore
yesterday to attend the wedding ol
their son, DR.. Raymond H. Merrifield
to Miss Gertrude Marks, at the home
Of the brides parents in Fennimore
The ceremony took place last evening
Rev. Merrifeld officiating. The newly
welded couple will live in Elkhorn
wheret he groom is located.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Surprise Party.

Miss Cora Stephenson of this city
was pleasantly surprised with valen-
tine party given her at the home Of Nh
and Mrs W. II. Jacka Monday evening
The home was beautifully decorated
with hearts, ETC., and the valentine
scheme was also carried out in the ex :
cellent luncheon served. A heart
shaped cake was especially appetising
A valentine box added much to the
pleasure and amusement of the evening.
About twenty guests, ladies and gentle
men, were present. All report fine
time
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
MINERAL POINTS
SPECIAL SCHOOL

The special school conducted by Miss
Josephine Pierce is an important part
of Mineral Points public school sys-
tenn. Pupils who are slow and some
what handicapped are given special
attention and nearly all of them make
marked progress and soon become nor
mai. 1t is a grand thing to give a
helping hand to these young people
who 50 greatly need help to start them
right.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
PRIZE WINNING CHICKENS.

G. G. Neal recently showed some of
his Partridge Wyandottes at the
National Show held in Milwaukee, On
three entries, he won 1st cock, 1st hen
and 4th cockerel. What makes this
winning the more remarkable is that he
won over the party that had just won
2nd cock and 9TH hen at the big Mad
ison Square Garden Show in New
York.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
THE WANT COLUMN.

You Will Be Surprised at the Quick
Results.
There is not a home, store, or a
farm house that has not something that
they would like to dispose Of. Try the
Want Column in The Democrat if you
want, to sell your farm, if you want to
buy farm. In fact it is the place in
the paper everybody looks for bargains.
1t is a real market place.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Miscellaneous Shower.

Twelve lady friends of Mrs George
Buehner of Milwaukee surprised her
with miscellaneous shower Thursday
evening at the home of her mother, Mrs
John Peter. Dainty refreshments were
served. Vocal and instrumental music
furnished the evenings entertainment,
which was much enjoyed.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Surprise Party.

A surprise party was given Miss
Florence Ross at her home Monday
evening by fifteen of her girl friends.
The evening was spent in dancing and
playing games, after which refresh
mentS were served.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
MIFFLIN
BY KATHRYN GOWMAN.

Mrs Leslie Gowman went to Livings-
ton Wednesday.
Some from here attended the party
at Alvin GOninen' S in the Welsh Settle
ment one evening last week.
Sperry Cook was at Linden one day
last week calling on relatives and on
business.
Two foreigners were injured at the
Shamrock mine last week by rock
falling but not serious.
FL. F. Cochems of Milwaukee spent
Thursday here looking after his mining
interests.
Will Wiseman had business which
took him to Benton Thursday.
James KOlinski transacted business
in Linden Wednesday of the previous
week
Arthur Carman returned to his home
at Lodi Saturday, after spending some
time here employed at the Shamrock
mine.
Leslie Gowman and Allen Garvey
attended the Ski Tourment at Mt.
Horeb on Saturday.
George Huxtable was ont from Min
eral Point Thursday on business and
calling on his friends Mr. and Mrs e.. L..
Wonn
Mrs Annie Cushman enjoyed a few
days visit at Linden with her sister
Mrs. Otto Ovitz, who just returned
home from an extended trip to Missouri.
Mrs. Verna Hollingsworth returned
home from Plattevile Sunday and is
now nursing the little daughter of Mr.
and Mrs William Temby.
Forest Burton of Linden was a brief
visitor with his grandmother, Mrs j.
Burton, at the home Of his uncle John
Burton recently.
John Held had business at Mineral
Point Friday
Clyde Davis, ore buyer from Galena,
attended to business matters here last
week.
Mr. and Mrs w. G. Holtz shipped
their household goods to Milwaukee
this week, where they will reside.
Their many friends here regret very
much their departure from our village.
Charles Carteron was Miffiin caller
in Madison last week.
The Helpers Union Society enjoyed q
sleighride to the farm home of John
Burton last Wednesday, Feb. 8, and
held an all days meeting. They were
royalty entertained by Grandma Burton
and Mrs E. Downey.
Little Marie Temby is one of the vic
tins of the scarlet fever and is very ill
at this writing. The many friends of
Mr. and Mrs Temby hope their daughter
will soon recover and be restored to
her usual health.
Prof. I. o. Hughes is visiting with
relatives at Platteville during the time
the school is closed.
There was no Sunday school In the
churches here Sunday owing to the
scarlet fever cases.
M. N. Weittenhiller was business
and pleasure visitor in Platteville
Wednesday and Thursday.
Mr. and Mrs Ray Bainbridee were
Miffin callers at Livingston Thursday.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
JOINT MASONIC PARTY, MARCH 3

The Masonic bodies and the Eastern
Star of Mineral Point will hold Joint
party Friday evening, March 3. A
Chicago quartette has been secured for
the program of entertainment
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Fred w. SpratIer Promoted to
DarIincton.

Fred W. Spratler left Monday for
Darlington to take up his new position
as depot agent. His family will remain
here for an indefinite time. Mr. Sprat-
ler has served as a trustworthy and
efficient telegraph operator the past
eight years and his many friends wish
him much success in his undertakings.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
BIG SALE OF REAL ESTATE
w. .. Little Sells to r. .. James
and William FerriII.

Iowa county's biggest real estate deal
was made this week when William D.
farm in the town of Linden to Dwight
James and Will Ferrill. The farm con-
sists of 1856 acres of rich land. The
price is not given out definitely but it
is probably very close to 1926 per acre.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH
c.. w. Emery, Pastor.

Announcements for Sunday, Feb 20:
Glass meeting, 9:3O.
Morning worship, 10:3O.
Sundav School. II 40.
Our motto: 1.-The Whole church at
Sunday School"
Junior League, 800.
Epworth League meeting, o:3o'
Evening worship, 1880.
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, 1916-02-17
Inspection Of Commandery.

Mineral Point Commandery, No 10,
Knights Templars, were on Monday
evening inspected by Inspector General
P. H. Sperry of Marinette.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Unclaimed Letters.

MINERAL POINT, Feb. IA, 1916.-Let-
ters addressed as follows remain unclaimed at
the Mineral Point postoffice:
Mrs Mary L. Smith. Joseph l.. Barry.
Thomas James.
In calling for above, please say advertised.
GEORGE CRAWFORD Postmaster.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
WILLIAM DALLES PASSED AWAY

Mr.. Peter Dalles died this Wednesday
morning, at the home of his son Peter
Dalles in the town of Mineral Point.
Decedent was Sc years old and was
very early resident of Mineral Point.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
TRINITY CHURCH GUILD

Mrs Will Horn and Mrs George Horn
will be hosts to the guild of Trinity
church at the home of Mrs George Horn
on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17

Meeting Of Oak Park Cheese Co.
The Annual meeting of the Oak Park
Cheese Co., will be held at the Farmers
and Citizens Bank on Saturday, Feb.
10, at 2 o'clock. Important business on
hand.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17

Wisconsin has the greatest average
number of dairy cows on its farms
Statistics show that the state has an av-
erage of nine cows to the farm.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Raven Lodge, K. of p.

A regular meeting Raven Lodge will
be held Thursday evening, Feb. 17,-in
stallation of officers initiation work
". J. DAVIS, G.. c..
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
UNITED IN MARRIAGE
Hubbard-Brown.

On Feb. 9, at the Methodist parson-
age, David Brown and Mrs. Sarah
Hubbard were united in marriage by
Rev. G. W. Emery. They we're attended
by Mr. and Mrs A. Prideaux.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
DavieS-Pickett.

On Feb. 12, at the Methodist parson-
age, occurred the marriage Of Mr. Orrin
Pickett of Evansville, Wis, and Miss
Inez Davis of Willow Springs by Rev.
G.. W. Emery.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Wisdom Must Be Practical.

knowledge is the treasure of the
mind, but discretion is the key to it,
without which it is useless. The prac-
tical part of wisdom is the best.-Owen
Felltham.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
w. ! c Bond, Pastor.
SUNDAY SERVICES.

SUNDAY SERVICES.
1o:S0 a. m 72bGc worship.
II: :45 a N Sunday School.
$50 p. N. christian Endeavor.
Weekly prayer meeting Thursday at
7:30 p m.
Strangers always welcome.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
Box Social.

All are cordially invited to attend a
box social at the Oak Park School, Fri
day evening, Feb. %. Program at S
o'clock. FLORENCE GILMAN, Teacher
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17
MAY ROBSON IN I5E3 5F aSH4 sH!YITss5!e" %ss7!
At Municipal Theatre, Wednesday
Evening, March 1st.

I1TAHE Municipal Theatre Committee have been
fortunate in securing Miss Robson III the
II above production. They absolutely guar
antee the citizens of Mineral Point and surround
ing community the casa in this production as
in the production at Milwaukee last week.
They feel that this production will please the peo
pie as we'll as any production the stage since
its opening year ago.
Miss Robson a United States Star for
Number of Years.
Robson appeared sAuntM Theatre
York three where she made pronounced hit,
the enthusiastic criticism from the whole New York
press months She then the Sudebaker
Theatre Chicago for three months engagement where she
continued her then she been throughout the
Pacific playing everywhere packed
She has finished eighty weeks engagement
All who do Miss Robson in this
role will
The play tells story of lady
bound her nephew
He is unfortunate enough however, to become involved
number which breach of promise suit in
which the nephew bameess The the aunt
York where he falls in
with splendid and where finally the aunt follows him.
She is treated dinner by the nephews college chums and
automobile, introduced the roof
and other popular places The sport completely wins her
country life reconcies her to the marriage Of her
nephew sweetheart Robson promises strong
supporting and most elaboaey and artsicaly
staged production.
Seats on sale at Prideaux & Bliss Drug Store, 9
a. m, Saturday, February Doth.
Prices: 25c, SOC, 75c, $1.0O, $50.
Telephone orders accepted.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17

See Mae Robson in 1.-The Rejuvena
ton of Aunt Mary" on March 1.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1916-02-17

Read over the want ad vertisments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-12
IMMENSE CROWD SEES CORNER STONE
 LAID AT OWENTON
Birmingham College Has Impressive Exercises at Site of the New
 Science Hall

The laying of the corner stone of Science
 hall, the newest building of the Bir- mingham college, was carried out yes terday afternoon shortly before o'clock
 before one of the largest audiences that ever gathered about the laying of any corner stone in the city. The principal speakers of the occasion were S. J. Bowie and Bishop J. H. Mccoy, and many others made short talks.
 The corner stone was laid under the personal direction of Dr. R. M. Cunning ham, assisted by Rabbi Morris Newfeld and Misses Margaret Mccoy, Elizabeth Branscomb and Evelyn Brice. The cere- money was very impressive.
 R. s. Munger, president of the board of trustees, presided over the meeting and
 introduced the speakers.
 MT. Bowie in his address referred to the founder of Methodism and paid a high tribute to the Methodists. He re- ferred to the several divisions of Protes- tants, and said ''In the province of God these divisions of the church have
 wrought great good. There is not now any spirit of rivalry between the sev- eral Protestant churches but rather a spirit of emulation.
 The need of public schools is great one, and one that is recognized by every one. There is need for all the schools, for the state schools, the Presbyterian schools, the Baptist schools, the Meth odist schools. In fact there is more work than all the schools we have can properly take care of.
 "The church school is very necessary in our modern life, for it teaches those things which are imperative needs of everyone from a spiritual standpoint, and which the state schools cannot teach.
 The future of Birmingham college is bright, and I expect to see here a great institution in future years, an institu- tion that will be credit to Birmingham and the south'
 Bishop Mccoy in his address stressed the importance of the church working along educational lines. He pointed to the advance of Japan in recent years as a result of education, and told how hard it was for the church to gain a foot hold in that country at first because of the superstitition which prevailed throughout the land. In closing, Bishop Mccoy predicted that the Birmingham college would be great factor in the civic life of Birmingham in future years.
 President Morris Bush of the Chamber of Commerce. who was scheduled to de- liver an address, could not be present, and Rabbi M. Newfield made short talk III HIS Stedu, completely capturing the audience with a few words.
 Dr. James M. Shelburne, president of Howard college, spoke about the value of co operation along all lines, and told sev- eral anecdotes to illustrate his points. Commissioner J. R. Hornady delivered a telling address in three minutes
 Other speakers on the programme were
 Dr. J. D. Simpson, president of birm n c. ham college; pr. Henry Pearce Atkins, pastor of the First Christian church; Dr. |J. H. Phillips, pr. J. H. Finder, Miss
 Hattie Morton and several others.