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The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1917-03-29
CIVIC CLUB Met
PAPERS READ-CONDITIONS OF
CITY DISCUSSED-TO RE
CITE STORIES.

One OF the most interesting meet
ings of the Civic and Child Welfare
league for the year was held at the
Methodist church Tuesday afternoon,
with a large number Of members in
attendance.
Preceding the discussion Of papers
the president, Mrs. II. III. Frudsnfeld,
announced that the sale of tickets for
the Minneapolis symphony orchestra
performance on April g, was most
encouraging, especially in neighbor-
ing towns.
Following two very pleasing solos
rendered by Miss Colburn. reports
Of the industrial and chiId's welfare
and sanitation committees were pre-
scented.
An interesting feature Of the in
dustrial committees work was the
announcement OF prizes for citizens
participation in contribution to the
material cleanliness Of the city
A practical test and illustration Of
the clubs study in parliamentary law
was then put into effect. The mem
bers greatly enjoyed this additional
feature.
Mrs. II. A. Hartwich then read a
scholarly and illustrative paper on
South Dakota laws OF interest TO
women and children. Among the
many laws enacted during the last
meeting of the legislature, she said,
those presented by women were Of
great Importance. In fact, during
the last fifteen years much was ac-
complished through women's influ-
ence. Houses Of i'll fame were reg
ulated or abolished; working hours
for women and children were pre-
scribed. severe penalties were enact
ed for violations of marriage prom
Uses of disruption of home life. and
many important DEGREES for protcc-
ton Of women and children were
promulgated.
The paper scored the laxity Of
some laws in the state. especially
those concerning contagious diseases,
the licensing of physicians and 9th
ers Of equal importance.
Mrs. +. A. Buechel followed Mrs.
Hartwieh with a paper of Madison
City Ordinances of Interest to the
Home" She dwelt on the proven
tlbn vi hiEtdEft wal tAE tine VtDPlf
OF the law covering the removal Of
all refuse. The law regarding the
muzzling and licensing Of dogs was
reviewed. Property holders were re-
minded OF the ordinance covering the
destroying OF weeds and care of
lawns. A few references were made TO
the speed limit law Many were sur
prised TO learn that Madison had a
no-spitting ordinance. The reader
impaired some valuable information.
Mrs. A. j. Baldwin read a paper on
"Unsightly Spots About Our Town. :"
a strong plea was made for the re-
moyal Of tin cans. old clothes. dis
carded hats. waste paper and gaso-
line stoves on the bank Of the creek
running through the town. The
planting of vines and shrubs was adj
vocated TO beantify the back yards
of many homes. The reader called
attention 10 the dangerous condition
Of a bridge west OF Egan avenue
The meeting closed with a re-
quest from Mrs. Anna Way Brady
that all mothers and those interested
in children should meet with her
Wednesday at the Methodist church
10 form a league for story telling TO
children. IT was the opinion of the
members that if the club follows the
suggestions made Tuesday much
good will result.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1917-03-29
TWENTY YEARS
e TO-DAY
Items Taken from the Daily
Leader Files.

Miss Marcia Spear. of Dell Rapids,
arrived on a visit to friends in the
city.
Elwell & Seaman have sold out
their barber shop TO c. p. Bowel who
takes possession the first of the
month.
Gunsmith Lewis has opened up a
repair shop of his WI in the build
ing just west of the opera house on
Center street and is having a good
run of business.
A through train for Bristol will
leave here at 8 a. m. tomorrow, the
having reached Elrod at 8 D.
m. today and expected at Bryant, the
last OF the blockade, this evening.
VIM. Tobin today marketed six
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1917-03-29

orators always did make a hit with
railways.
The legal end Of the thing Is ably
treated. and the constitutionality Of
depriving a man of his bugjuice is
seriously, almost GROSSLY. spoken of.
It's heartless, naughty and other bad
words.
The book Is the third of its breed
Never before did the manufacturers
of hooeh feel the necessity for adver-
Using or arguing. In the last few
years they have had little chance TO
argue; they have been hustled un-
cerimoniously out at the rear door. in
much the same manner as they used
TO the hilarious soak. But their
backs are at the wall. and the fight
Is a losing one. and more and more
are people coming to regard the weak
as diseased, and the poison for its in
PRODUCTION and enslayery g serum
and they are treating Is as a disease.
as they would typhoid. by removing
the i%noeulating poisons.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1917-03-29
sloan's Liniment for Rheumatism

The torture of rheumatism. the pains
and aches that make life unbearable are
relieved by loans Liniment. a clean
clear liquid that is easy to apply and
more effective than mussy plasters or
ointments because it p~enetrates quickly
without rubbing. For the many pains
and aches following exposure, strains.
sprains and muscle soreness, Sloan's
Liniment is promptly effective. Always
have a bottle handy for govt, lumbaeo.
t~oothache, bachache, stiff neck and ali
external pains. At druggists. 25c.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1917-03-29
you NEED A SPRING LAXATIVE

DIR. Kings New Life Pills will remove
the accumulated wastes Of winter from
your intestines. the burden of the blood.
Get that sluggish spring fever feeling
out of your system. brighten your eye,
clear your complexion. Get that vim
and snap of good purified healthy blood.
DIR. Kings New Life Pills are a non
gripping laxative that aids natures pro-
cess, try them tonight. At all drug
gists. Csc.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1917-03-29
FOR MILITARY DUTY


Pierre, March 29.-By the third
state census, taken May J.. 1915,
South Dakota had 129,742 men more
than Is and less than As years of age
subject to military duty. South Da-
kota's actual military strength now
consists of the Fourth regiment, at
the present about 900 officers and
men, and the Fifth regiment, now
progress of formation. State of
ficials have not yet taken steps to
raise more troops.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1917-03-29
ANNOUNCEMENT.

| hereby announce myself a can
didate for the office of mayor of the
city of Madison, subject to the wishes
of the voters at the election on April
II. IL elected will serve in the ca
pacity of said office TO the best OF
my judgment and ability.
Henry Rohrer.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1917-03-29
SPRING COLDS ARE DANGEROUS

Sudden changes of temperature and
underwear bring spring colds with
stuffed up head. sore throat and general
cold symptoms. a dose of DIR. kin's
New Discovery is sure relief. this happy
combination of antiseptic balsams clears
the head, soothes the irritated MEM
branes and what might have been a lin
gering cold is broken up. Don't stop
treatment when relief is first felt as
a half cured cold is dangerous. Take
DIR. Kings New Discovery till your cold
is gone.
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1917-04-13

much higher next fall. B. A. Powell
Jr.
Lawn mowers at N. R. Dupres {
Cos. 20
Have you seen that ten-piece brown
Mahogany Dining Room Suit in The
show window of N. R. Dupree 4
Co? 20
The most up-to-date and by far the
classiest thing ever shown here in the
William and Mary" Dining Room Fur
niture, at n. R. Dupree & Cos. 20
The street crawling crew are again
busy after having been laid off for
Observation-Disclosures a
some time on account of the continued
wet weather. -
Easter was cold and rainy in
Brownsville. notwithstanding this
fact, fairly good congregation at
tended the special Go-To-Sunday-
School services in Brownsville.
Dode Fender, colored, was aceiden-
tally killed last Sunday by another
negro named Jno. Holmes. The trag-
edy took place on Mr.. John Gray's
farm east of town. The two were
scuffiing over loaded gun at the
time. 49,
The general impression is that
fruit in this section has been very
greatly damaged by the extremely
cold weather during the past two
weeks. The peach crop will doubtless
be almost total failure. This is an
other good argument for a record
planting of food crops.
The special song service at the
Methodist church Sunday night under
the direction Of Mrs. William Kinney,
organist, was great source of en-
joyment to all. Mrs. Kinney has few
equals as an organist and choir leader.
All of the singers seemed at their best
on this occasion, which means that the
large audience present were delight
fully entertained.
A Brownsville merchant told us a
few days ago that one of his CUSTOM
ers had been forced to turn round and
go to neighboring town to trade af-
ter getting within two miles or less Of
Brownsville, simply because there was
an impossible mud hole in the road.
The place referred to is on the Rip
ley road near the Halliburton place.
We don't know who is responsible for
such condition, but we do know that
such places should not be allowed at
ALL much less to continue unlocked
after for weeks together.
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1917-04-13
LOCAL NEWS

All the best grocers sell "0ur Lead,
err" Call for it. u
When you buy flour get Our Lead,
err" It's the best, Il
For fancy baking, try Our Leader,
the best flour in town. Il
For Sale-Good Half and Half COT
ton seed. NJ. B. Standby.
Don't forget Brownsville Honey Boy
Minister'S, Friday, April q.
"Our Leader" is the best patent
flour in town. All leading grocers sell
it.
For Sale-A good 6-year-old horse
Will work anywhere. See ]. W. Mo-
SEES.
Before buying a car, see Sam J
Smith, agent for bort and Mitchell
cars.
The "Bush" at $725 is the cheapest
5-passenger car on the market. Cal
R. I. Joyner, 24S-7 ~
If you want the best car on the mar
ket for the money, let R. 7. Joynei
show you the Bush" y
For Sale-SprouPs Big Boil and
Half and Half cotton seed. Yellow
Yam seed potatoes. w. C. Bell, Route
No. 6. IN
For Sale-1O0 barrels corn and two
tons of Half and Half cotton seed from
bale to the acre cotton. Phone Ed
ward Sturdivant, Allen Station 70
For Sale.-100 barrels corn and two
tons Of Half and Half cotton seed from
bale to the acre cotton. Phone E. G.
Sturdivant. Allen Station. Is
For Sale-A 20-months old regis
tered Hereford Bull. Bred right and
in good condition. Will weigh 120C
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pounds. Phone E. c. Cturdivant, Allen
Station. 10
For ,Sale-A 20-months old regis
tered Hereford bull. Bred right and
in good condition. Will weigh 1900
pounds. Phone Edward Sturdivant,
Allen Station. 20
Brownsville Honey Boy Minstrels
this season will be better than ever.
The opening scene will be black and
white color effect and all costumes
used during this performance made
especially for the Honey Boys.
The favorites with Brownsville Hon
ey Boy Minstrels are John Stehlin,
William Stehlin, Harry Bigley, Stan
ley Bauman, John Ragland, Harry
Hudson, Howell Read, Roy Long, VIM.
Davis, Albert Hudson, Jesse Douglass,
], D. Allison, Francis Drake, Mr.. Yost,
Hy. H. Sonfeld and others.
One hundred and seventy-one thous-
and eight hundred, thirty-two dollars
and ninety-two cents were added to
the church extension loan fund this
year by DR.. w. F. McMurray. This
makes total Of S876,461.99. DR.. Nc.
Murray will go to general conference
in Atlanta in 1918 with more than a
million dollars for this fund.
At the Methodist church Easter
Sunday a special program was render
ed at the Sunday school hour. 1t was
much complimented by those who at
tended and was especially enjoyable
to the members Of the Sunday school,
since it was a variation from the
regular program and consisted of
songs, recitations, readings and talks,
all of which were delightfully."- enter
tanning. At the close Of the program
twenty-seven were taken into the
church by the pastor, Rev. C. A. Wa
terfeld.
l have a few bushels of very fine
staple cotton seed at $500 per bushel.
I sold some of this cotton as high as
35 cents. 1t will probably be very
The states-graphic. (Brownsville, Tenn.) 1???-1984, 1917-04-13

A prudent mother is always on the
watch for symptoms Of worms in her
children. Paleness, lack of interest in
play and peevishness is the signal for
WHITES CREAM VERMIFUGE. A
few doses of this excellent remedy
puts an end to the worms and the child
soon acts naturally Price 25c per bot
tie, Sold by all druggists april
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1917-01-26

Captain and Mrs. e. r. Champlin
of Vernon Center, Mimi, celebrated
the fiftieth anniversary of their
wedding at their home in Vernon
Center today by family reunion
during the day and a reception in
the afternoon for friends and neigh
bors. The house was decorated in
gold and flowers, and a large num-
Der of friends and neighbours of the
good couple called to extend their
congratulations and best wishes.
Captain and Mrs. Champlin were
married at North Ferrisburg, VT,
on January "a, 1867, and directly re-
moved to Wabasha county, in this
state. After short time they
came to Blue Earth county and pur-
chased a farm near Vernon Center.
They continued to occupy their farm
until few years ago when they
moved to their home in Vernon Cen
ter village.
The honored couple have always
taken an active part in local and
public affairs and led the way along
the better paths. By the honest
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1917-01-26
HON. AND MRS. {. 7. CHANPLIN
CELEBRATED GOLDEN WEDDING

friendship and deep sympathy that
they have given to all who came
within the circle of their acquain-
lance they have earned the loyal
affection of host of friends who
join with them to make their un-
usual anniversary one of especial
pleasure. Both are enjoying the best
of health and take the same active
interest in affairs that they always
have.
Captain Champlin was a. member
of the Third Minnesota infantry
volunteers during the Civil \war and
received his captains commission
for valor on the field of battle.
Since the war he has held many
positions Of public trust, having
served three terms in the state leg
islature during the last of which he
was speaker of the house.
Mrs., Champlin has earned an
equal place in the affections of the
people by her dnfailing kindness to
all and the ennobling example of her
goodly Christian life.
Together they have well earned
the honor of their golden wedding day
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1917-01-26
YOUNG MAN IS ROBBED OF EIGHT YEARS
PECULIAR CASE OF RAILROAD ENPLOYE

men with whom he had been working
for the past five and one-half years;
unless it was someone he had known
for more than eight years. The rea-
son for this was from the fact that
eight years ago he was sandbagged in
Reno, Nevada, while he was coming
to his home in Fort Dodge.
At that time he was nineteen years
of age. When he was picked up from
the car floor he thought he was on
his way home from Reno. In other
words the past eight years has been a
blank to him. He knows no one he
has become acquainted with in the
past eight years. In fact. his life has
again commenced where it left off
when he was sandbagged in Reno. He
has a sister born within the past eight
years, whom he has seen every day,
but knows not. He stood up with his
brother when he was married, but
now will have to become acquainted
with his family again. He had fine
position and can probably not fill it
as he knows nothing of the work. He
is now in perfect physical and mental
condition and was sent to his home
in Fort Dodge. %
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1917-01-26
WORKMEN MADE SICK
|NHAL|NG COKE FUMES
Paul FriedeI and John Haqer
Had Narrow Escape
Last Night

Paul F'riedel, aged about thirty
and John Hager, about fifty-five
years of age, had a narrow escape
from death by coke gas asphyxia-
ton last evening, while on duty as
watchmen for the Widell company
at the retaining wall that is being
builded for the railroad just below
the abutment at the city end of he
new bridge.
Here pit has been dug for the
retaining wall, and the company has
been erecting 81 concrete structure.
The whole pit has been covered over
at times with canvas, and sala-
manders have been placed in the pit
to keep the fresh concrete from
freezing.
While the two men were on duty
last night, they would at times go
down into the pit to get warm. But
they stayed in the pit too long, I'M
mindful of the danger of the gas
fumes, which were prevented by the
canvas from escaping.
Shortly before eleven o'clock,
Friedel happened to walk out of the
pit, and climbed the hill to the tracks
above. He did not realize how sick
he was, until he got to the top, ut
tered an exclamation and fell along
side the track.
This was noticed by William Pear
son, a driver in the employ of the
ID. c. Auto Livery and Baggage COM
pany, who happened to be near the
depot at that time. He hurried over
to the place and found the helpless
man.
Friedel was removed to the Saul
paugh. hotel, and later was taken in
an ambulance to his home on Min
nesota street. He was cared for by
DR.. A. ]. Wentworth. His condition
was found not to be serious and the
physician today expressed the opin-
ion that Friedel would be out after
a couple of days and back at work.
After Friedel was found, several
men went down into the pit and
found John Hager there, also rather
sick, but not aware of it. They took
him to the shack near by, where he
soon recovered
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1917-01-26
Mapleton

The sophomores entertained Fri
day evening. The juniors were the
guests and were royalty entertained.
Games were played and dainty re-
freshments were served. The do
nestle science rooms were used and
had been decorated in high school
colors. A victrola furnished music.
The young people had very enjoy
able time.
The Eastern Stars held a very in
teresting meeting in their rooms
Friday evening. After initiation,
Mr.. T.. Hamp spoke of many inter-
esting things concerning the grand
lodge and Masonic home. The gen.
tIemen were the refreshment COM
rnittee and at the proper time oy-
sters were served by the Maple Leaf
cafe.
Mrs. L. w. Kruger entertained at
six o'clock dinner Wednesday. The
lady members of the public school
faculty were the guests.
T. M. Hamp and Mr.. William Bor-
ebert were delegates to the grand
lodge A. F. and A. NJ. at st. Paul.
Mrs. e. G. Fetterman has been
very sick with the grippe, but is
much better.
ROSS Johnston went to Harbor
Reach. Mich, to visit his uncle
Tames /. Bennett. Mrs, A. E. Ben
TOMS son, Rolla Dereamer is del
agate to the grand lodge from
Montrose.
7lGordon and Frank living went
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1917-01-26

Estherville, Iowa, January 23.-To
receive a blow on the head that
robbed him of eight years of his life
was the terrible experience under
gone by an Estherville young man.
On last Tuesday evening Lewis P.
Rodenborn, who for the'past five years
has been baggage man and express
agent on the Minneapolis and St.
Louis road between here and Fort
Dodge, met with some kind of an ac-
cident on the car while the train was
between Ruthven and Spencer. From
the condition he was found in every
thing would indicate he had met foul
play at the hands of someone who
probably intended to rob the car.
When the brakeman entered the car
Mr. Rodenborn was lying on the floor
with a heavy piece of hose across
him. On his head was bump and a
slight blood stain on his hair The
brakeman lifted him up and MI.
Rodenborn asked where the rest of
the boys were. He also asked other
questions that would indicate to the
brakeman and the rest of the crew
who had been called that he was out
of his head. He knew none of the
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1917-01-26
With their brother to Toronto.

with their brother to Toronto.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Howieson,
Mrs. r. B. Hanna and Mrs. Ruben
Rape were visitors in Mankato
Wednesday.
Mrs. Charles Borchert and Grace
of Minnesota Lake shopped here
Wednesday.
Mrs. James Morrow and children
went to Minnesota Lake Wednesday
afternoon for a visit.
The dance was we'll attended We'd
nesday evening. Hollis orchestra
furnished music.
U. G. Argetsinger came to his Of
flee Wednesday morning for the first
time since his accident
Mrs. J. T. Pomoroy was called to
Mankato Thursday afternoon.
The Fancy Work club met with
Mrs. Charles Gilmore Friday after
noon. Dainty refreshments were
served by the hostess.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1917-01-26
FRAMES new SAFETY
DEVICE FOR CROSSING
LATEST TO STOP ACCIDENTS
ON NORTHWESTERN
Gates and Their Mechanism; Will Be
Painted in Such Manner That They
Are Sure to Be Noticed; Stripes to
Be Used in Lieu of Flags; InstalIa-
ton to Take Place Soon

Every grade crossing in the United
States will be made safe when the
concentrated efforts that are now be-
ing put forth by the railways of this
country, cooperating with the public
service commissioners in the several
states are carried out, and persons
residing in cities and towns along the
Chicago and North western railway
will be among the first in the country
to witness the installation of the lat
est devices adopted by the American
Railway association to prevent ac-
cidents at grade crossings. At the
meeting of this association in October
it was agreed to adopt uniform sys-
tenn of warnings in order that people
from New England to California will
know when, they are approaching a
railroad crossing and can do what is
expected of them to avoid accidents.
The recommendations of the special
committee were as follows:
One-The adoption of circular
disc, sixteen inches in diameter with
the word "STOP" painted in black
upon a white background, which will
be used by the crossing guards in all
parts of the country, instead of the
red and green flags formerly used.
Two.-The installation of uniform
color of lights for night Indications
all lights displayed towards the high
way at grade crossings to be red.
Three-Uniform paintings of cross
ing gates with alternate stripes of
black and white in order to make them
visible to travellers along the high
way at greater distance.
The members of the American Rail-
way association further agreed to pro-
pose in each state of the Union legis-
lation which will enable the erection
of uniform circular warning signs at
points on the highway 800 feet on
each side of every grade crossing.
These signs would have OR. R." paint
ed in black on a white background
together with a black cross. The
railroad cannot erect these uniform
signs at present because they do not
own the ground on which these signs
must be placed to be effective, but it
is expected that the necessary leg
islation will not be withheld from
such worthy project.
western Railway company has equip
ped it's crossing watchmen with the
signal discs prescribed by the COM
mittee and discontinued the old style
varicolored meaningless flags. The
gates at grade crossings are being
painted as rapidly as possible with
the conventional "barber-pole" stripes
of black and white These changes
have met with popular favor, be-
cause the black and white combin-
alton makes the warning signs readily
perceptible to people approaching the
crossings for some distance on either
side of the tracks.
The railroads are particularly anx-
ious to secure the installation of the
warning signs on the highway 300
feet from each side of the tracks in
order to reduce the risk from auto
mobile accidents. Automobiles so far
outnumber horse-drawn vehicles to-
day that the old-style warnings do
not serve to prevent accidents.