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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
WHERE WE STAND NOW

These are surely disheartening days.
Much more disheartening we think
Tor US civilians and stay-at- homes,
than for our brave boys across the
water. We feel a deep interest and
loyalty toward our allies but still
deeper is the feeling we have for the
American soldiery-fesh of our flesh
and bone of our bone as they are.
Grave as the situation undoubtedly
is it is not without its hopeful side.
Germany has preponderance of men
and materials. She has strategic adj
vantages in fighting from the hub of
wheel and delivering her blows
along the respective spokes. Our al
lies must needs wage a defensive on
the rim of the wheel.
Germany has been able to select
her POINTS of attack and on no less
than three different occasions these
mass attacks were evident surprises.
She has taken deep bites into the
allied line and it must be that her
next task, II not to punch through,
would be to amalgamate her advances
clearing out the untaken region be-
tween.
Germany has the advantage in man
power elst she would not have been
able to make and hold her gains. True
her blood loss has been great but
analysis fails to convince that her
casualties have been more than she
can bear or even much greater than
those of the allies For one thing
she has been able to send her wound
ed back for treatment whereas the
allies have been forced to leave theirs
onthe field-thus accounting for much
of the German captured
Can the allies hold? That. of
course, is the all absorbing question.
If heroic conduct and determination
to die CALAMITY mean anything, they
can. Upon America as before rests
the scale and our leaders realize this
keenly.
The darkest days of the revolu-
tionary war were before the scale
turned in the Republics favor. The
deepest hours of gloom in the civil
war were out a short time previous
to the complete success of the Union
arms. Germany is making mighty
gamble because she now realizes that
America is in earnest. She realizes
that we are turning every energy to-
ward the war. She knows that we
are going ahead with the raising of
huge army of fine fighting men. She
knows that we are building ship upon
ship to carry them. She knows that
we will subordinate all to feeding and
arming these men as fast as they are
taken across. And
down deep in the German heart is
tic s3ebening conviction that no mat
ter what the outcome is in France this
country will not quit. We have set
ourselves to this task and we will not
stop until it is settled and settled
right. Years may pass-the end
must be the same,-Grant County
Herald
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
PASSING OF EDITOR DUDLEY
was a Native and Pioneer Of West
ern Vernon County

On June 20, at 3 :45 p. m. the Death Angel
again entered our home. This time taking
WITH him my beloved brother, Chas. G. Dudley.
He was born November /, 1857, in Vernon
county about four miles east of what is now
our nome. on what was then known as the
Pe"ell Ridge. When he was four or five
months OF age he, with my parents, moved
to the farm my father had purchased and
built log cabin on. This farm was his home
uniii some sixteen years ago, when he moved
TO SteddaFd and started The Stoddard Times,
kIch he has since edited and published ex-
cent about three or fur months during the
sickness and death of my husband. f. D..
Noble. ano until early winter when all Of
Mr. Mobiles affairs were settled up. My
Brother never had good health, but he had lots
Of grit For the past year he could hardly
keep going, but would not give up his paper
until in January 1918. Then he came home
and we sent for physician. but after waiting
over four weeks and obtaining no relief we
concluded to try hospital, so took him TO
the Lacrosse, where number of physicians
held consultation. The case was pronounced
paralysis Of the bowels. and hope was
given us. After nine weeks the case was
pronounced cancer OF the stomach well as
howell treable. My brother knowing there
WIS no hope Of recovery, wished to come
horae 50 ne could and be with dad, and
D0Ur old dad so glad To see him. He was
home Just three weeks before ne passed away.
DFopsey set in about ten days before the end
came. he was patient and cheerful during
all his suffering, said he would like TO get
well 20 help take care Of poor old dad, but if
ii Nas Gods will nc was ready and willing
TO go. When the end came there was a
emile on his lips, not a struggle, gasp or
twi{ch of a muscle neighb0r who vas
closely watching with me. scarcely knew when
tire last breath went out. He told me not to
go TO a lot of expense when the end came,
that the money would do more good if donat-
ed to the Red Gross The sef ices were held
in our Community hal.. a are company Of
people assembling to pay lS-T last respects
to the departed. The remains were taken to
Hockey cemetery and there placed in the
family lot, services conducted hy Rev. Shane
Of Stoddard, assisted by Rev. Daniels.
My aged father, E. c. Dudley. and myself
wish to tender sincere thanks TO all the
neghbors and kind friends who so materially
assisted and c0mforted dear in his
long illness and extended comfort and symps-
thy TO in our grief.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
First publication July 8. 1915
PROBATE NOTICE
COUNTY coURT-vERNoN coUNTY.wIs-


Order appointing time for administration,
and fixing time for claims and notice to cred
COUNTY CoURT-vERNoN COUNTY. WIS
CoNSIN-IN PROBATE.
In re estate of james Draper, deceased.
II appearing by the verified petition OF
Vivian Draper, son of deceased, of said county.
among other things that James Draper. OF
Readstown. said county, lately died lntestate,
leaving estate in said county upon which It
is prayed administration be granted
Therefore il IS appointed and ordered, that
the August. 1918 term of said Court APP
pointed to be held at the Court House IN
said County. in the City of Viroqua on the
first Tuesday Of August 1918, st the opening
Of Court on that day or as soon thereafter as
said petitioner can be heard.
II is further ordered. that the time within
which the creditors Of said deceased shall
present their claims against such estate tor
examination and allowance. be and hereby IS
fixed and limited to four morths from date
hereof
1t is further ordered. that all claims and
demands against said deceased be received at
the Court Rooms Of said court on any day
hereafter until the expiration Of the said four
months and be examined and adjusted at the
November term Of said court appointed to be
held at the Court House in said County in the
City Of Nirouua on the first Tuesday Of No
day. as soon thereafter as the matter can
be heard;
And It is further ordered. that notice hereof
be given 10 ali persons interested, by publ
cation thereof for three consecutive weeks IN
the Vernon county Censor. a newspaper, pub
De made within fifteen days from the date
hereof
By the Court, D. o. Mahoney, County Indse
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
MUST SUCCEED IN THE RIGHT WAY
by VIM. E. Post, 12Ist Field Artillery Hqtrs.
Co. Band, Am. Z. f. France Nav 26I

Co. Band, Am. Z. f. France, May 26I
My Dearest Cousin; l just received your
letter and certainly pleased to hear from
you. We are often two or three weeks at a
time without mail. and when it does come
believe me, it is appreciated. We have things
pretty comfortable now but never for a min
ste does one forget home folks and hope
for the time when shall see all of you
once more: How long it will be do not have
Inc least idea and don't think any one has
but l would not wish to return until the good
old U. 5. had paid their debt to the Kaiser
IN full. l am sure that is the spirit of the
entire force with the exception of a few who
are bothered with yellow streak
We arrived in England the 18th of March
and after short delay travelled across the
entire breadth of England to a rest canp
for Americans. but under British supervision.
Here We were in the center of one of the
land. One of the oldest churches in Europe
located near here. The old myth of Sir Ar
thur and the Round Table is founded in this
same place. After a short stay here we
We went to another rest camp, but just why
the devil they call it a rest camp | could new
er hgure out. 1t is about six miles from
the dock and up hill all the way. Here we
STAYED one night, twelve men to tent about
eight feet square and sieept on the ground
with blanket The next morning we
came back TO town and entrained fer our
permanent camp, So hour trip. Now here
is where had some real sport. Forty men
and baggage loaded in box cars about
half the size of an ordinary box car, and then
it quite ch;iiy weather too. For eats we
had canned tomatoes, corned beef, hard tack
and jam. just imagine for yourself what
sort of trip il but it was the best that
tons. This is Sunday and we just had cot
Inspection before | started this letter. At
1915 we have to play church, then ] and
another fellow are going to town for dinner.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
500 Reward, 500

The readers Of this paper viii ha
pleased 10 learn that there is at least
one dreaded disease thar science has
been able to cure in ali its stages and
that is catarrh, Catarrh being greatly
influenced by constitutional conditions
requires constitutional treatment, Halls
Caiarrh Medicine Is taken Internally and
acts thru the Blood on the siGcous Sur
faces Of the System thereby destroying
TIE foundation of Iha disease giving the
patient strength by building up tile con-
stttution ard assisting nature in doing its
work. The pTopFe1ors have so much
faith IN the curative powers az Halls
Catarrh Hediclue that they offer Ore
Hundred Dollars for any case that IL fails
10 cure. Send for list OF s1st{ guonialS
Address f J. CHENEY Z. co. Toledo.
Ohio. Sold by all Druggist. 75c.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
NOTHING ELSE LIKE IT IN
VIR0OUA

There has never been anything in
Viroqua with the INSTANT action of
simple buckthorn bark, glycerine, etc,
as mixed in Adler-i-ka. ONE SPOON
Full fushes the ENTIRE bowel tract
so completely it relieves ANY CASE
sour stomach, gas or constipation and
prevents appendicitis. The INSTANT
pleasant action of Adler-i-ka surprises
both doctors and patients. CF.Dahl,
nri1orrict
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
COUNTY, WOMEN MEET AND CONSULT
Child Welfare and Other Important Subjects
Considered and Action Taken

The Womaus Committee of the Council of
Defense met at the Court House Wednes-
day, June 26th. The out of town members
present we're Mrs. j. T. Hage and Mrs. Shan
non of Westby; Mrs. John Hayden and Mrs.
B. c. NORMAN of Red Mound. az
MIR. Hutton, president of the Anti-SaloOn
League of the State, was present at the open
ing of the meeting and made some remarks
in the interests of National prohibition.
Child Welfare, County Baby Week and Study
Clubs were discussed at the meeting. 1t was
announced that Mrs. Selmer Neprud had been
appointed chairman of the County Nurses
Committee by Mrs. Morgan, the state chair
man.
Plans were made for the heads Of County
Committees to visit different sections of the
county next week in order to get acquaintt d
with county members of the committee end
make the work of the Council better known.
CLARA A. GLENN, Publicity Sec.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
MARY D. BROWN. Press Cor.


Regular meeting of the w. C. t. L. met at
the Aims House last Tuesday to commemorate
the Flower Mission day. Most of the members
being present and also many visitors. All
business was laid aside at this meeting.
Program consisted of songs and Rotations
and a very interesting and instructive talk
by Rev. ]. Harry Bullock the work of the
W. c. T. u.
The unfortunates were given a bouquet and
a banana and candy by the organization.
Mrs. POWELL thanked us for coming to bring
cheer and inspiration to them. She told US
it was not always sunshine there either.
On behalf of the Union | wish to thank all
the outsiders for any aid in making this meet
ing a success Adjourned to meet in two
weeks at Peter ThompsOn's. l.. F. l..
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
Proceeds from pie social held at A. Hollis
S56.25 was received.

The Vernon county quota for 500 sweaters
was shipped June 29th. AS usual Vernon
county went over her quota, 607 sweaters
being turned in. The Chapter has re-
ceived a quota for 1859 pairs of socks, which
are TO be made during July and August. Chi
cago will send enough yarn for this quota
and branches are to refrain from buying ex-
cept from the cha pier head. New dir ections
which must be followed, will be sent fer these
socks. An addition al sweater quota Tor 100.
and yarn for the same, has been received
accompanied by new directions. which must
be learned Other quotas received
French convalescent suits Is. summer paja-
mas 10, winter pajamas 81, refugee garments
81, comfort kits zoe. convalescent robes so.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

The regular meeting of the WOman's Re-
lief Corps last Saturday well attended and
Mesdames Sarah Morrison and Sarah Hanson
were initiated.
Corps voted to purchase $50 worth OF war
Savings Stamps.
Delegates Edith Smith and Ida Henry gave
an excellent report of the late convention at
Ashland, and brought special greetings from
The Department President to the local presi-
dent and Corps.
MARY II. BROWN Press Cor.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
ARE TOO Busy no SLEEP

IBy Captain Adolph Heinz, Camp Custer,
Michigan, June is.
Dear Friend; My excuse for not writing
is that they keep SO busy that we often
meet ourselves getting up for Teyeile when we
90 to bed at night. Not content to push the
clock ahead an hour, they route us out an
hour earlier mornings nowadays. Teddy's
strenuous life" would be tame compared to
what we get. But then we're going up against
stiff proposition and we've simply got to get
ready, and that speedily. We expect to be
leaving here in the very near future, and the
extra work getting ready while continuing
the training schedule surely is some grind
Wish l could do better than Just scrihble
little not, but cannot this time. Kindly re-
member me TO all the folks, and especially
Mrs. Buffers.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
ChamberIain's Tablets

These tablets are intended especial
" for stomach troubles, biliousness
and constipation. If you have any
troubles of this sort, give them a trial
and realize for yourself wnat first
class medicine will do for you. They
only cost a quarter.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

Mr.. Hendry is one Of the best-known
entertainers on the Lyceum platforms
through his connection for years with
Famous Lyric Glee club, whose success
The success of the Lyrics in which
Mr. Hendry had so prominent a part
was shown In their long Lyceum sea-
son, and emphasized by their engage
ment for two successive years by the
United States government to give con-
eerts in the Panama Canal Zone. Mr.
Hendry's success as IN impersonatQr
and a musical entertainer vas so
marked that many of his best friends
urged him to sever his connection
with the club, although (retaining the
management)-to give his entire time
to individual programs. Critics classed
Mr.. Hendry as one Of the best In his
line.
He is assisted by Mr. J. Marshall
Adams, pianist of marked ability.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
RED GROSS NOTES

Under the new quota system work must be
completed at specified time, and in the flu
tnre, three weeks will be allowed for the COM
pletion of one sweater pair of socks
At the expiration of that time, finished or
unfinished, they must be returned 10 the
Chairman Of the Knitting COMMITTEES.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

During June cur Red Cross Chapter re-
ceived 1859 ohspital garments. During the
month of June the Vernon County Red Cross
Chapter completed 1850 hospital and knitted
garments, 1928 surgical dressings. and 27O0
gun wipes, total of 1881 articles. OF the
surgical dressings, only 2,000 AXIS congresses
were shipped to Chicago. these only being ask
ed for in the June quota
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
THREE IN THE RACE

Governor Philip has announced
his candidacy for denomination as the
war candidate and it will not be ques-
toned that ne has been vigorous IN
cooperating with the president and
national administrc lion in all war ac-
tivities. Senator Wilcox of EauClaire
makes formal announcement for gov
ernor and declares unequivocally for
prosecution of the war. Then there's
Tittemore, making three, and there
are possibilities of other candidates
on the republican side.
1t appears that there will be no con
ference or convention this year.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
GLAD To RECEIVE HOME PAPERS

| BY Basil c. HolcOmb Co. F. I6Ist u. S. Inf.
Am. Elk. F., Somewhere in France, May 49,
Dear Folks: This leaves me feeling fine.
received the Viola News and Vernon County
Censor today. l walked out to an old castle
yesterday. We are having some fine wealth
er now. 1t hasn't rained for several days
got card from MIR. and Mrs. Appleby. /
saw them the day left Miles City The time
is going fast. | have been over here FIVE
months now. 1t doesn't seem like it's been
two months. | found bee tree the other
day. Well it is about time for the lights to
be out, so l will close for this time.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
MONEY To LOAN

On farm property. Funds Away,
on hand, no delay. Interest reason
able. also buy mortgages. Ad-
dress, or call GA w. ]. Hickisch, 203
S. 4th street, La Crosse, Wis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03
MARRIED

At the home of the bride, in Hillsboro.
June 25. by Rev. Milesteadt. of Wonewoc,
Mr.. William Hohefeldt and Miss Augusta Lis
kow, both of HillsbOro.
At Mt.Sterling Lutheran church. June 10,
by Rev. H. c. Smeby. Mr.. Martin Iverson and
Miss Elsie Helgerson, both of Utica, Craw-
ford county.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

Band concert at 200 2. m. and
100 P. m. tomorrow in front OF the
Star Theatre. The Unbeliever" i'm
mediately following.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

Texas became officially dry" on
Thursday last when a bill enacted by
a special session of the Legislature and
which prohibits the manufacture or
sale of intoxicants within the state be-
came law. Not a saloon, brewery
or distillery remains lawfully in oper-
alton in the state. Both interstate
and intrastate shipments of liquor are
prohibited by another law enacted by
the legislature.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

Use Red Snapper Plant Food for
all kinds of insects on your flowers
o. E. Davis, Druggist,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

The 81, ISL 600 working budget sub
mitted by the regents of the univer-
sity of Wisconsin for the next year
was approved by the state board Of
education. More that S1.390,000 Of
the fund will go into salaries, it was
revealed, but the total does not include
revolving funds"
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

a Daughter of Chief Tahan will APP
pear both afternoon and evening in
connection with Francis Heudry and
Mr.. Adams. Music lovers will be af-
forded rare treat In hearing this
noted Indian viOlinist. In addition
10 her splendid training under the
masters, and her many appearances
on musical platforms Of America, she
has all the advantages of a unique
and charming personality. Her name,
'Nacoomee," means Handful Of
Flowers, Which IS a prophecy of the
exquisite beauty and charm she will
bring with her TO the platform.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-07-03

Order appointing time for administration,
and fixing time for claims and notice to cred
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-06-12

Let us look at the situation in
France fairly and squarely. The fact
that we are ourselves, and the United
States is itself, will not suffice to
bring the Germans to halt. The on
ly force which can stop them is the
might of the allied soldiery, their
bravery, their determination, their
numbers and the skill with which they
are commanded.
The man or the nation believing in
a high destiny is strengthened, prOvid-
ing recognition is given that a high
destiny is not gift or a decree, but a
goal
At this moment, the necessity for
steadfastness, courage, self-reliance
and great leadership rests with the
forces in France.
But back of the morale of an army
is the morale of the nation. In France,
in England and in the United States
in Italy, too-there must be the same
stern realization that only the utmost
force Of the nations can make right
triumph over wrong, that the atroci-
ties and the blood-lust of the Germans
can be restrained only by bonds of
iron applied by force. '.~
Let us not rely on destiny to see
that the war is settled according to
the dictates of right, justice and the
high position our nation was created
to occupy in the world. Let us recog-
nize that the outcome depends upon
the way we measure UP to the de-
mands of the hour.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-06-12

Only circumstances of great import
ance would move the President of the
United States to interfere in the at
fairs of state, but California has ex-
perienced this several times in recent
years. President Wilson has sent a
second request to Gov. Stephens for
the pardon Of Thomas J. Mooney under
sentence of death Roosevelt and Will
son both had occasion to request the
shelving of legislation aimed at the
Japanese. Requests from the Presi-
dent are simply requests and impose
no legal obligation to observe them
but there is powerful factor in CAL
ifornia that overshadows all else in
public affairs, and that is the bitter
struggle between union labor and
large moneyed interests. Union labor
is opposed to the Jap in this country.
It is seeking to save Mooney from the
gallows and President Wilson must
believe that an innocent man is SEN
fenced to be hung, otherwise he would
not have appealed second time for
his pardon.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1918-06-12
SUCCESS.
Telegraph Herald.)


"Did you see the man who just left
He paid my first months rent when I
began business here eleven years ago.
I had scarcely dollar. Many whom
1 knew looked askance and predicted
my failure in three months. But I
stuck and worked. And here l am,
still on the job"
This statement was made casually
by a successful business man of Du-
buque few days ago. Study it care
fully. 1t contains great lesson for
the younger generation as we'll as the
older
The author of the remark is not an
exception. There are many of Dubu-
que's most successmul business men
who started at the bottom--on "shoe
string"
Luck" you say? No! Work, the
conscientious, unfaltering kind. The
kind that is produced from ,starched
backbone.
The person in question has just fin
ished an elegant home in the heart Of
the best residential section. It is paid
for and unincumbered. His business
is free from debts and prosperous. He
owns a nice automobile. He has mon
ey in the bank. He is rated as one of
Dubuque's successful business men.
What this man has done, others may
do. The city has hundreds of oppor-
tunities for the young man WHO HAS
THE WILL and who is WILLING TO
SACRIFICE few of the extravagant
habits he may have formed.
You have tried? Try again. cts
nothing against you to fall down fiat,
but to lie there, that's disgrace" =