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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
We Extend Congratulations

At Minneapolis, on Tuesday, Janu-
airy l6, Miss Gertrude Fladen was unit
ed in marriage to Frank G Miller of
Marengo, Illinois, ceremony being per-
formed by Rev. II. c. Grimsby. Miss
Fladen is one of our sterling young
ladies, fair and noble in character,
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.John Fladen,
graduate of our high school. Mr.. Mil
Ter is a young gentleman of clean and
pleasing personality, an employe OF
the ST. Paul road at Milbank, South
Dakota, where the happy couple will
make their home.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
] bird Numbel Monday

The third number of lecture course
is lecture by Clarence Locke Miller
at the opera house Monday night. Mr..
Miller comes to us as even better
lecturer than the last one, Hopkins,
and he left high impression with the
audience. "Ihe Democracy Of Achieve
ment" is the title The lecture is form
ulated about the personality of the
greatest idealist of modern times,
Count Leo Tolstoy, and We bespeak
for il a large attendance. Seats will
be on sale at Dahl's drug store Satur-
day morning.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Arrived at No Decision

A number of stockholders in the
farmers cooperative packing plant at
La Crosse that has gone bump for lack
of management and business methods,
held a meeting recently, but not a suf-
ticient number to transact other than
ordinary business. Unless more capi-
tai is invested, the big concern will
doubtless be placed in the hands of a
receiver. Another attempt will be
made 10 get majority Of stockholders
together in early March.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Fscoped bad Fire AZ Rockton

Monday, week ago, fire was discey-
cred in the Masonic and Odd Fellow
hall, back in the hamlet of Rocktcn,
but by quick and united efforts Of
citizens was conquered Considerable
damage was done to lodge eQui pment
and to the stock Of merchandise of
Andrew Larson, which occupied the
ground floor All the property was
covered by insurance
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Creamery Meeting

Annual meeting of stockholders OF
the Viroqua Creamery Company will
be held at the Opera house in Viroqua
on Friday, January 20, at 1870 p. m,
for the purpose of receiving the an
nual report, checks on certificates and
interest on shares. Two new directors
are to be elected in place of Jos, Blu
chanas and ID S. Froiland. Any 9TH
er business viii be transacted which
may legally he brought before the
meeting. All members are requested
to be present and on time.
CHRIS. ELLEFSoN, Sec'y * Treas.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

Red Mound and DeSoto relatives
and friends, where she was born and
reared, learn with sincere sorrow of
the death OF Mayme Lattamore- Wat
son, Of late years a resident of Layi-
ma, Montana, who died in a Billings
hospital following operation for acute
pneumonia. She was - years old
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
NO Ro0MTO DOUBT IT

I have to remark that the
man who sets the ads in the
Vernon County Censor is a
master hand. The Censor's
ads as a consequence, are
masterpieces of art, and there
fore very pleasing to one who
loves the art in printing.
DeSoto Argus.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Kept sweet" Long Time

Married, at the home of James Os-
trander in Cashton, January 9th by
Rev. J. T. Fish, Delay Kelsey of
Stevens Point aud Miss Ellen Os-
trander of this village. The marriage
is the sequel of a love romance of 81
years ago. Instead of being sweet
sixteen they were sweet siXty.-Cash'
ton Record.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
MIR. Farmer!

Did you ever look oyer the Rogue
Gallery of 100 we'll known weed seeds
which get free lunches" every day on
American farmsy Let Chas S. Slack
show you machine TO take out -his
bandit seed from your grain Buy a
WINNER grain and seed separator
and cleaner. and prosper.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
WILL BE AT STAND STILL SOON
Case Weather Necessary for Active
Work in Tobacco

The stock of bundle goods in Viro-
qua tobacco warehouses will be ex-
hausted in ten days. Case weather is
essential to future activity. A num-
Der of carloads of bundle weed have
been shipped here from DeSoto, Vic
tory, Genoa and Chaseburg for our
local houses.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
EXAMINE YELLOW TAG

Corrections and changes
are made in the CENSOR sub
scription lists today. We ask
that subscribers closely ex-
anime the tag to see If the
proper credit has been given
them. If you find an error in
your date on the slip, we will
thank you to advise by pos
tai at an early day, or call
at the Office and have your
date placed right.
For the benefit of those not
understanding the marking
on their paper, we will ex-
plain: John Smith 9Apr16
means that Smiths paper is
paid TO april 9, 1916. janis
means Jan. 1, 1918. The fig
ures before the month indi-
cate the day; the figures aft
the month indicate the year.
No figures before the month
means the paper is paid 70
the first Of the month.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

Bekkedal's two houses at Westby
have been open for a few days. CASH
Ter Sveen said TO the CENSOR that on
January 9Th the bank with which he
has connection in Westby paid out
more money for tobacco than any one
day in its history.
Readstown sorting house opened a
week ago with half crew, not having
sufficient tobacco to start in full force.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Live Stock Shipping

The Farmers Cooperative Company
will receive cattle and hogs at the
Southeastern yards at Viroqua, Mon
day, January % and at Chaseburg,
Tuesday, January the Both. Bring in
your stock, we will be there.
II A HOFF
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Donhle Victory

Viroqua high school scored duub-
lie victory Friday night-the girls de-
batting team defeating Richlaud Cen
ter, while our basket ball team clean
ed up Westby by a score of % to r.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Where They viii Assemble

Annual meeting of Viroqua cream
cry association will be held in the Star
Theater on Friday afternoon of this
week, instead of the Opera house.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Someti ing for You

For fine list IF Vernon county farms
write or call on +. J. Thorson Il Son
Westby, Wis T. J. THoRsON q Son.
1W
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

Efforts are being made for the or
ganization Of company to establish
a canning factory at Readstown.
Splendid location for plant Of that
character. Push the project along.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
How Do You Do it. Gusl

Gust Wrobel sure has hens, as he
gets 40 eggs every day and only has
30 pullets aud ROSTERS. -Stoddard
Times.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

Readstown bank Is now housed in a
modern W. block, constructed espec-
tally fOl is growing needs. Cashier
Ward and his associates in the enter
prise are to be congratulated.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
GRAND WOMAN IS SUMMONED
Mrs. Haughton, Widow of Pioneer
Teacher, Preacher and Poet

AT the home Of her daughter, Mrs.
| Henry Casson, in the capital city, Thurs
day evening, Mrs. William Haughton,
without pain and with no warming of
the dissolution hour, passed away.
| The remains arrived here Sunday and
were taken TO the home of Mr.. and
| Mrs. John Devlin, where they rested
till Monday morning After PRAYER
they were taken to deceased's church
home for half a century, the Congre-
gatioual house of worship, where ser
vices were held ana many old neigh
bors and friends passed to view the
noble, peaceful features. A tribute
as beautiful as il was true was pro-
nounced by Pastor Stephens, review w.
ing the splendid Christian life of Mrs.
Haughton and her lion-hearted hus-
band, the pioneer preacher, teacher
and poet, who for forty years was a
familiar and beloved character in
Vernon county. Beside the mound in
our silent city that marks the resting
place of that good man, gently the
mortal remains of the companion of
sixty wears were deposited following
the church services.
Pastor Stephens read the following
sketch of the life of Mrs. Haughton:
Margaret Armstrong Haughton was
born in Canada, May 5, 1882, and pass
ed away at Madison on the night of
January Is, 1917, after an illness of
less than half an hour. In lS4S she
became the wife of Rev. William
Haughton, with whom she lived 81
years. He passed away June II, 1905.
The year following the close of the
Civil war they came to the United
States, settling in Lacrosse county.
One year later they moved to Vernon
county where Mrs Haughton has liv-
ed ever since, thus rounding out a
period of half century in the COM
munity. She was of great assistance
to her husband In his religious work.
She was Christian of the old-fash-
Toned type, always glad to listen to
sermon of the orthodox type. The
name Of Haughton will always be held
in affectianate remembrance in this
county among those OF all creeds
| Never was the weather too stormy for
Rev. Haughton to tramp or ride over
| rough country roads TO visit the sick
or dying or TO carry messages OF COM
| fort to homes afflicted by the death
angel. TO this couple were born ten
| children, six of whom survive. She
had lived a long life, filed with good
deeds and when she was called she
was fully prepared to meet her Max
er.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Can Rest Serve You Now

am prepared to oil harness at 81 so
per set. Have II done before the
spring work opens.
i. Z. FAVOR, Viroqua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Notice TO Farmers
ROUND AND ABOUT US.

Nick Thorgerson is running the Flo
tsi barn. Take your teams there.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

Those of the relatives who came
from a distance 10 attend the last rites
were the daughters: Mrs. Henry Cas-
son, Senior Misses Eliza and Kate all
of Madison; Miss Nellie of Washing
ton, y. G., Jos w. Haughton and wife
of Surfing; Theo IL, Brown OF Iowa;
Henry Casson, Junior, OF Madison, and
Ernest II Brown of Cashton, grand
sans
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

One who claims TO know, asserts
that the road tax in Greenwood town
is thirty per cent Of the entire tax
levy on the township and its citizens.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
PRICES REDUCED

80 young mems overcoats,
good servicable and stylish,
worth up to $40. so. Your
choice of any of these at S..
Good sizes, 80 to 36. Get
the boy a coat.
BLUE FRONT STORE.
Ellefson & johnson.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

Clara, daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
Lester Cox, died at Lacrosse, follow
ing an operation for appendicitis. The
body was taken home 70 Hillsboro for
burial
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Short News Stories of Interest


Vicinity
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
VALUATION OF THE PLANT

Not the least interesting part Of the
report is the mass of statistics cover.
ing every part of the companY's in
vestment and business during the past
four years. The valuation Of the plant
on July /, 1916, is given as SO, 1873.
The reproduction cost, less depreCia-
ton, is placed at S32,9sO.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

One thousand bushels ear corn
wanted al Thayer's.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24
Decision in the Electric Light Case
is Filed After Year of Inves-
tigation

The city of Viroqua, by its Mayor
and council, filed complaint with the
commission on February "a, of last
year, contending that the rates charg-
ed by the company we're unreasonable
and unjustly discriminatory against
the small user. The complaint was
again presented by the present city
officials May %. The rate complained
~ vac
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-01-24

rate. motors must be on different cir
cult from the lights, and power must
not be used 'over the peak" that is,
when the current is being used for
lighting purposes from 1880 to 1000
p. m. during October to March, inclu-
sive, and from 600 to 1000 p. m. dur
ing April to November inclusive. son
peak service is one cent higher than
above rate. A minimum charge of
Loo per month for the first h. p. or
fraction thereof and soc for each adj
ditiopal horsepower, is held to be rea-
soc, q bia
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1917-08-15
Poisonous Snakes.

Aside from the HARLEQUIN snake
of Florida there r only three
species of poisonous snakes in the
United States. These are the
rattlesnake, widely ed,
easily identified and most dangerous
of them all; the copperhead of
mountains and rocky places, and
the mocasin of the Southern swamps,
which extends no further north
than Southern Ohio and Whining
ton, n. G.
When it is established that one
of these has inflicted a wound the
first action should be to tie a hand
kerchief or cord or rope about the
bitten member between the incision
and the heart. This should be
knotted tight, with the object of
preventing the blood from carrying
the poison into the general system.
Then as quickly as possible the
mouth of the bitten person or a
companion should be applied to the
wound, which should be vigorously
Sucked, that the poison may be
drawn out. This sucking must be
done by someone whose mouth is
in perfect condition, however. An
abrasion or crack of the lips, a bro
ken fever blister, will give the poi
son another access to the blood.
The missions should be cut that
that they may be made to bleed
freely and the sucking continued.
This is the most important thing
that can be done to save the life.
The popular idea that the admin
istration of large quantities of whis-
key counteracts the poison is entire
ly in error. Such treatment, the
experts say, makes death much
more probable. Largequant til
ties only throw additional burdens
on the heart when life depends
upon its efficiency. Whiskey has
probably killed more snake-bitten
people chan it has ever saved. Bet
ter leave it alone than take too much.
Exchange.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1917-08-15
BELIT-
TILE AMERICAN
TROOPS.
Say They Will Prove Small
Factor in Great Struggle,
Claim Our Men Are Not
Equal to Task.
DON,TKNOW WHATTHEY'RE
UP AGAINST.

1t appears from news which leak
ed out of Germany, in spite Of the
unusually close censorship, that the
German officials are telling their
men and women that the American
troops will cut little figure in the
big war. If the German people
knew what they were up again ct
they would refuse to listen to such
foolish assertions.
The funniest part of it is that
they claim that Americans can't
think quick enough. What a joke.
That's our ruputation-Guick to
think. The Germans will find
that out soon enough. In the mean
time, we at home should get ready
for the big drive.
Of course we all can't go the front
br. We a do our bit in just as i'm
portant a manner right here at
home. Let US keep fit to carry on
the industries of the nation, till the
soil, work the mines, and keep the
ammunition flowing to the front IN
a steady stream. :
Backaches must be gotten rid of;
those stomach disorders such as In
digestion, constipation, etc., must
be eliminated; weak, anaemic bodies
must be made strong and vigorous;
weak kidneys and bladder must re
strengthened; in other words we
must keep fit!
Acid Iron Mineral will keep you
fit. 1t is not a patent medicine. 1t
is a pure, natural iron preparation
obtained from the only natural
medicinal iron mineral deposit of
it's kind known to the world. 1t
aids digestion, increases weight,
creates appetite, strengthens dor
mant muscles, brings a healthy
color to the skin, and builds up the
body in general; and is free from
| alcohol, will not in ure or dlscolor
the teeth.
Old sores, ulcers, etc., regularly
batheG with AIM will quickly dis
appear and applied to cuts, wounds,
or abrasions it stops blood almost
instantly. At all druggists in SOC
and 81 sizes.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1917-08-15
Free of Charge.
tn1 od,Jt o,,Gorinr fror

Any adult suffering from cough,
cold or bronchitis, is invited to call
at the drug store of Collect d
Mitchell and get absolutely free, a
sample bottle of Boschee's" German
Syrup,,a soothing and healing reme-
dy for all lung troubles, which has
a successful record of fifty years.
Gives the patient a good nights
rest free from coughing, with free
expectoralion in the morning.
Regular sizes, 25 and Is cents.
For sale in all civilized countries.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1917-08-15
The Best hot Weather Tonic

GROVES TASTELESS chill TONIC -nriches the
blood. builds up the whole system and will won
derfully strengthen and fortify you to withstand
the depressing effect of the hot summer. SOC.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1917-08-15

Welcome, Miss Marjorie McKie
Response, Mrs. w. j. Gaines.
Superintendent's address and chart
report, Mrs. ]. L. Minis.
Report of division presidents with
charts, Mrs. B. N. Talbert, Mrs. Julia
Prescott, Mrs. j. M. Bussey.
Payment of expense fund.
Presentation of badges to honor roll
societies.
Chart reports of secretary and treas
urer, Mrs. Prescott Lyon and Miss
Hortense Padgett.
Vocal solo.
Western Division Institute, our school
of methods, Mrs. w. o. Whatley.
Aged Ministers Relief, Mrs. w. b.
Cogburn.
Message from State President, Mrs.
w. E. Lott.
Collection.
Recommendation of executive COM
mittee.
Margaret fund exercises by nine girls
and boys of Hardy's church.
Election of nominating committee.
Appointment of committees on time
and place and resolutions.
Appointment of messengers to Edge
field association at Rehoboth church.
Recess.
Y. w. A. Session. Miss Emmie Lanham
Presiding.
Miss Emmie Lanham presiding.
2:30 P. M.-Processional of young
people.
Payment of expense fund for Y.
w. A.
South Cardinals Place in Southern
Union, Mrs. ]. W. Peak.
State Missions at Edisto, Mrs. w. H.
Canada.
Mission Study, Mrs. w. S. Middleton.
Prayer. Adjournment.
Sunbeam Session, Mrs. Mamie N. Tillman
Presiding.
1920 A. M
Hymn, Jesus Calls U.s."
Minutes.
March of children.
Devotional, prayer calendar topic for
the day, Mrs. ]. T. Grfiis.
Motto Scripture by Sunbeams.
Greetings from Hardy's Sunbeam.
Response, Lillian Pattison,
Roll call of bands, each presenting a
verbal report.
Distribution of apportionment cards
and literature.
Payment of Sunbeam expense fund.
Presentation of badges to honor roll
societies.
Address and chart report by Mrs.
Mamie N. Tillman, Superintendent of
Sunbeams.
Solo by Ruth Prescott.
The Red Man, Eleanor Minis.
Victory Meeting of Honor Roll Band,
presented by Mrs. Walter Stephens
Sunbeams.
Recitation, Margaret Courtney.
Method Class, Mrs. w. j. Hatcher.
Nh. Lakes Sunbeam Song.
Offering.
Message from State Corresponding
Secretary, Miss Kellah Fair.
Characters from Miss Lula Whilden's
"Life Sketches"
Report of committees on literature
and personal service.
Closing Session.
2::3O P. M.-Music.
History of Woman's Work in Edge
field Association, Mrs. j. L. Minis.
Report of nominating committee.
Election of officers.
Report of committee on time and
place and resolutions.
Minutes.
Report of committee on obituaries.
Minutes.
Adjournment.
4 . leGtriG |
4 3 iittterS |
p
Made a Rev Man OfEAin.
81 was suffering from pain il my
stomach, head and back" writes H.
d T. Aston, Raleigh, N. c., sand. my
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1917-08-15

Pat walked into the p~ostofice.
After getting into The telephone
box he called a wrong number. AS
there was no such number the
switch-attendant did not answer
him. Pat shouted again, but re.
ceived no answer.
The lady of the postoffice opened
the door and told him to shout a
little louder, which he did, but still
no answer.
Again she said he would require
to speak louder.
Pat got angry at this and turning
to the lady said:,
"Begorra, if I could shout ans
louder 1 wouldn't use your bloomin'
ould telephone at all''!-Tit-B Bits.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1917-08-15

Teacher-Tommy, can you spell
Sur?
Thomas-"Yes, sir. Fur.
Teacher-That's right. Now can
you tell me what fur is?
Thomas Yes. sir. Fur is an
awful long way.-Literary Digest.
The state herald., 1917-05-18
SYNOPSIS.
c.swsA.. is,s, y AAsAts n. H-sA~

Pierpont STAFFORD. with. his daughter
ris is' /: = :. yiSaeious but wiiiful M young lady
a e Sovesness from whom she repeatedly
escapes. Her childish capers cause young
Doctor Royce to fall In love with her.
s sd Ss IN 81 thS q: .hs fndans
neau. Five years later she leaves school
and meets Frenesu 1t the tAsater: he has
susdss her TO. forgive him; aloria's Sis
Gus and Doctor Royce discovers in her
She sees from her window an attack made
upon him. Doctor Royce convinces her II
Is o dslirium. A telegram followed by
Sgi her tsi.Ersms are returned; She al
ciiently sees the supposed suicide Of Fre-
e ind n: murdsI.r Of hss lover; aoyE.
from envsloping 0ioria. She accuses
them Of conspiracy. asainst her. Gloria
dsrsr. Royes warns MIlry to tell oIoTis
nothing. Gloria calls on Nulry and there
sess Loi. who I. also, worried. aleri..s
susp,sion. ms. are - aroused; ,p i,o, M4ycs snasay-
Gloria goes to David's country home. She
NETS Mulry who fees at once. Gloria In
sists on going to Palm Beach. Again she
North. She is recognized by her one time
eaptor. the young indian chief. He tells
rsscaei ~: @ st tSst time. ASSloris aissn4: |: night
court: she sees Mulry there. also tho
tramp who attacked Freneau. But Judge
Freeman releases him. She follows the
tramp when he leaves the court and falls
into the hands of hold-up men. She finds
herself in q low saloon dance hall. and is
selected By one Of the patrons as his part
and when he attempts a rescue. calls
down n riot on their heads. The hail IL
raided and the crowd. including Gloria
and Royce. Is arrested and taken before
Judge Freeman. Tho newspapers feature
Glorta's arrest. Reporters surround the
house. Casimir arrives with the child
Gloria promised to adopt. She orders
Royce to take Casimir's wife to the Stat
ford home. She follows Trask and lands
on a houseboat to hear him accused of
Freneau's murder,
The state herald., 1917-05-18
Fifteenth EPISODE
The Murderer at Bay.

Pierpont Stafford cherished his ma
jsstic country place principally be-
cause It furnished him an ample SOL
Dude. He could wander about II for
hours and never meet q soul. II he
wanted company. there was room for
It In the palace and In the formally
gardened grounds. And he could look
down on the tremendous peace Of the
Hudson river. admiring Its strength as
one strong man does another, and com
plimenting It on the efhciency With
which II did such 4 big business with
20 little fuss.
He asked few persons to visit him.
and those few only when the mood
moved him. In his everyday life as .
Van Of big affairs he met 30 many peo-
ble and was % pointed out when he
walked the streets that he acquired o
kind Of shyness In his hours Of leisure.