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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-03-28
A SHORT BUT STRONG STATEMENT.

Women with backache. rheumatic pains.
sore muscles, stiff joints or other symp-
toms Of kidney trouble should read this
statement from Mrs. s. C. Small, Clay
ton, N. M: Foley Kidney Pills have
done me more good than all other medi-
cines." They strengthen weak kidneys
and Danish Sleep disturbing bladder ALL
ments. J. w O'Sullivan. 80 Church
St. (adv)
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-03-28
TO REDUCE EXPENSES.
Examinations to he Made in Printing
Reports Of State Omcers.

of the board of control this afternoon the
principal subject under consideration was
that of the printing contracts for the
reports of the several State officers. 1t
is the purpose of the board to make a
reduction in the size of these, eliminat-
ing matter not materially essential in
printing, which will reduce the expense
and economize on the amount of paper
used. The telephone operators duties.
salary and hours also were under consid-
GRAFTON. along with other matters of State
interest.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-03-28

The store news. In these times. touches
your interest with the force and pressure
of a living theme. You cannot overlook
II without overlooking your immediate
,,,rsa -intsrasfS-
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-03-28

Where did you get that chicken.
Kelly7"
"Sure. sorr. II came for me vicious-like
and had to kill It In self-defcnse. sorr!"
-Paaaln9 Ghov.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-03-28
A CHAMPION KNITTER.
Mrs. AwiIda COe. 20. Has Record OF II
Pairs Of Socks In IL Months.

Barton. March 26.-The friends of Mrs.
Awilda Coe of Barton claim that she is
the champion knitter of Vermont. Mrs.
Coe who is about 70 years old. has knit
40 pairs of socks. in 10 months. 40 pairs Of
which she made since Christmas. Be-
sides this she has done her housework
and has been active in other branches OF
war work.
Mrs. Coe has a grandson at Fort Ethan
Allen. Ray Underwood of Il troop. End
cavalry.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-03-28

To advertise for workers Is to put your
self In line to find the best available help.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-03-28

FREE PRESS WANT ADS. PAY BEST.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-03-28

snnE PRESS WANT Ans. PAY BEST.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
A NOTABLE AW ARD

Milwaukee Journal: Too much attention cannot be di-
rected the work of the labor board 1t is laying
broad foundations for industrial democracy and
afer-thewar reaction undo what is being
cessuly accomplished and what has long been looked
for by labor and Ia Dor sympathizers.
The latest decision of the board applies the 2S 900
workers of the Bethlehem Steel corporation Its basic
principles the right organize and deal collectively
with employers; the elimination of the bonus system de-
used by employers for pacesetting and speeding up
purposes the eghhour day, with time and half for
time and double time Sundays and holidays, payment of
the wages and where both perform
ing the work; the revision of piece by joint
committee of the management the employees and the or
department of the government and the establishment
of permanent board of mediation of MEMBERS three
from the company three from the workers and the chairman
a representative of the department.
There possible ways of getting labors maximum
effort i'll the Wharf.-The subiecon of the workers rigid
military compuson which is quite unhinkabe III free
country, and the institution of cooperation in industry
through which capital and labor will Jointly settle the cond-
tons OF work and wages under the guidance of government
agency.
For III industrial history, the loyal interest Of
labor has been enlisted III production That loyalty and
that interest may just we'll continue peace if the work.
made to feel that when he puts forth his effort and
improves his skill, the resulting rewards will go to him
the proportion his employers. The fullest frank
and cooperation growing of mutuay of interest
alone produce industrial system which compete
equal terms with the rest of the world.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
NEW SULPHURIC ACID PLANTS

BENloN, WIs.-Two sulphuric acid
plants are being built near here by the
United States government, One' to cost
S750,000 will be located near the /
National roaster and the other costing
100000 will be built near the Skinner
roaster within four miles Of each other.
The larger plant will be operated by
the Vinegar Hill Zinc Co. and the !
smaller one will be operated by the
Wisconsin Zinc Go. They will convert
the sulphur fumes emitted from the |
roasting plants into sulphuric acid, |
Thereby converting waste product into
a product which will be used in the
manufacture of explosives. The capa- |
city Of the new plants will be greater
than the present production, so that the
effect of locating this new industry in
the Wisconsin lead and zinc district
will be the opening up of every low
grade mine in the district.
The Leonard Construction Co., Chi !
cago, has the contract for the construc-
ton of these plants. Already a force
of carpenters is building boarding
houses and bunk shanties, preparatory
to bringing in 400 laboring men. The
company is offering 40 cents an hour
for common labor, SO cents for partial
ly skilled workmen, and 621 cents to Is
cents for skilled mechanics for an eight |
hour day with the privilege of working
ten hours day, time and half for
over time. Working ten hours would
give a common laborer $4.4O a shift.
A man with a team gets 81 per day.
The government will establish labor
agent at Benton.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
THE FOURTH LIBERTY LOAN

The campaign for the Fourth Liberty
Loan will begin September % and close
October 49, The result of the loan will
be watched with keen interest in Europe,
not only by our associates in the war
against the Teutonic powers, but by our
enemies. 1t will be regarded by them
as a measure of the American peoples
support of the war.
The Germans know full we'll the tre-
mendous weight and significance Of
popular support Of the war, Of the peo-
pie at home backing up the Army in
the field. AS the loan succeeds our
enemies will sorrow; as it falls short
they will rejoice. Every dollar sub
scribed will help and encourage the
American soldiers and hurt and depress
the enemies of America
The loan will be test of the loyalty
and willingness of the people of the
United States to make sacrifices com
pared with the willingness of our sol
diers to do their part. There must be
and will be no failure by the people to
measure up to the courage and devotion
of our men in Europe. Many of them
have given up their lives; shall we at
home withhold our money? Shall we
spare our dollars while they spare not
their very lives?
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
REYNOLDS FOR CONGRESS.

Richland Democrat: Edward j.
Reynolds, newspaper man and att0r-
ney of Madison is out for the demo-
cratic nomination for congress in this
district. While known to but few IN
this part of the district, those few
vouch for Mr. Reynolds as a Iuan for
whom no excuses will need be made if
elected to succeed Nelson. He is an
able and dependable man, one whose
loyalty is above question and whose
ability is recognized wherever he is
known. He was an original Wilson
man and would make a representative
of the old third district upon whom the
people could rely. The party should be
back of him to a man and the entire
third district would find in him a rep
who in brains ability and
stands the peer at least Of any
man asking for support.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
JAMES P. HUTCHIS0N WRITES
FROM FORT TAYLOR

From Fort Zachary Taylor, KY,
under date of August 5, James p
Hutchison writes to Crawford Brothers
as follows:
am enclosing my check for sub
scription to The Democrat. Father is
away now and it isn't convenient for
him to forward one to me. I enjoy
reading The Democrat and miss it
greatly when it doesn't come.
They are giving US very strenuous
course here now. There are about seven
thousand officer candidates in the camp
now and they expect to enlarge it to
accommodate twenty thousand.
The thermometer reached 105 degrees
in the shade today, so you see it's warm
With kindest regards to both of you.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
HARVEST HOME SERVICE

A very pleasing Harvest Home ser
vice was held last Sunday at the Con-
gregational church.
Rev. Mr. Bond preached an excellent
sermon, based on the need of being
thankful for the bounteous crops and
numberless other blessings we enjoy.
Good and appropriate music by the
choir was much enjoyed. Stars were
placed on the service Gag for Reuben
Vivian and Henry Hofmeister, the
stars now numbering thirty.
A pleasing part Of the service was
the baptism of Dorothy Jane Schubert,
Philippa Joan Curnow and Agnes Ellen
Owens. Decorations in keeping with
the occasion were varied and beautiful
ly arranged.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
AT THE MUNICIPAL THEATRE
FAIR WEEK

The favorite Jack Bessey Co. will
open a weeks engagement in Mineral
Point fair week beginning August 10.
Jack says he has the best company he
has ever had. He has also added a
line of good vaudeville this season for
the benefit of those who like good spec
ialties. He has selected "In Walked
Jimmie for his opening bill, real
comedy, with lots of good comedy from
beginning to end. Jack also extends
an invitation to his friends from the
country to be sure and attend his open
ing performance August 10.
Seats on sale at Bliss Drug Store,
Friday, August 16.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
CELEBRATION OF SILVER JUBILEE

Rev Matthias Ternes, S. T. L. of Los
Angeles, Calf, former Mineral Point
boy, is here to celebrate his silver Jubi-
lee of his Ordination to the Priesthood.
The celebration will begin with SOL
emn High mass at St. Mary's church,
Sunday, August 18, at 10:30 a. III. Rev.
P. J. Weber of Aurora and his Rev.
brother Will. Weber of Johnsburg, ILL.,,
will assist at the mass. Both are
former schoolmates of the Rev. Jubi
larian. Rev. FIR. O'Reilly Of st. Pauls
church, another classmate, will deliver
the sermon. After the church services
there will be a dinner at the school hall
for the visiting priests and relatives.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
LETTER FROM THOMAS E. TONKIN
IN FRANCE

The following are extracts of letter
dated July 2, that was received by MI
and Mrs John Tonkin from their son
Thomas E. Tonkin in France:
"Just a few lines to let you know
that am fine and hope you all are the
same back there. The last letter [ got
from home was the one you sent to
Camp Merritt. Are they going to have
a big fair as usual back there this year?
I was not there last year and will hard
ly be there this year either, but hope to
get that far next year. can't see how
the boys are kicking about this country
over here, have no kick coming; like
it fine"
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
A GLAD HARVEST A GOOD FAIR
BY GEORGE CRAWFORD

The Southwestern Wisconsin Fair Of 1918 will
be held under ordinary conditions The year
just past has been year of preparation for war;
Very many young of the land have been
called to service at the front; and old and young
are called to duty at home as never before.
Women, everywhere, at work providing for
the care and comfort of those who have gone over
seas to aid in securing lasting peace for the
world. Wisconsin has felt the strain and the de-
mands of war, Nevertheless it is right and prop
er that annual Fairs should be held, that peo-
pie may learn Of the progress that is being made,
and meet and rejoice together over the bountiful
crops with which we are blessed. Truly the har-
vest is great Look about you, and behold pic
ture that delights the eye and gladdens the heart.
Recognizing the Source we can with the psalmist
eXc1aim: Thou vsltest the earth and Waterest
it. Thou crownest the year with thy goodness,
and thy paths drop fatness. The pastures are
clothed with focks; the valleys also are covered
with corn they shout for joy; they also sing"
The wonderful productiveness of our blue grass
region will be much in evidence at the Fair next
week. People of Mineral Point and the country
around about have given unstintedly of their time
and money to make our Fairs truly representative
of the region in which they are held. The title of
'First and Best'' has been rightly bestowed. The
Fair of next week will be Fair worth WHILE
There will be large exhibits in all departments,
and varied program of sports and other attrac-
tions will be carried out New features of the
Educational department will be the Red Cross ex-
hibit school exhibits of special war activites
exhibits Of boys and girls club work; special
compositions and maps, including map of Europe
showing allied countries in colors; giving ideas
for raising Red Cross funds and the organization
of War Savings Stamps clubs
With favorable weather next week, there will be
great reunion Of the people of Southwestern
Wisconsin. Come to the Fair, and be convinced
that Southwest Wisconsin is abreast of the times
in things that make for the advancement of a
people.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
OF
Gov. Phillip
On the Municipal Theatre Lawn,
Monday Night.

Gov. E. L. Philip came to Mineral
Point 'ast Monday and in the evening
delivered an address to large congre-
gatio on the Municipal Theatre lawn.
He spoke in the interest of his primary
campaign for third term as governor
of Wisconsin. He delivered an able
speech, which was attentively listened
to and at times applauded. Craig
Ralston was here and reported the
meeting for The Milwaukee Journal.
Governor Philip was introduced by
Capt. S. E. Shepard.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
MoehIenpah For Governor.

Bloomington Record: The recent
Democratic state conference made a
very creditable nomination for governor
Henry A. Moehlenpah of Clinton.
While of German ancestry, Mr. Moeh-
lenpah has been militantIy patriotic and
pro American, not just since America
got into the war but ever since the
original scrap started. He is banker,
is exceptionally progressive and public
spirited, and would make good gov
oTuOr
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
FAYEITE

Rev. Mr. Lindsey of Waldwick gave
a splendid address at the Sunday School
picnic last Wednesday.
Miss Genevieve Buckley, daughter of
DR.. T. J. Buckley Of Briggsyille, Wis,
is visiting relatives and friends in this
vicinity. She expects to remain until
after the fairs.
Robert Douglas brother Ellsworth OF
Kansas visited here the past week.
A number from Darlington and
Waldwick attended the Sunday School
picnic here.
A company of young people from
Darlington spent an enjoyable evening
last week at the Guy Van Matre home.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
LIGHTNING DESTROYS LARGE
BARN

Last Saturday evening large barn
on the farm of William Fl. Mitchell,
north of town, was struck by lightning,
and with contents, destroyed. The barn
was good building put up four years
ago and it contained 80 loads of first
class hay. The loss was about $500;
with insurance of $4,000
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
John HiShen,

Mr. John Hishen died at his home in
Huron, South Dakota, on Monday,
August 5. He was buried from ST.,
Martins Catholic church of which he
was devout member for many years.
Mr. Hishen had been ailing for some
months and after spending month at
Rochester, MINI. Hospital he returned
to Huron, where he died on above date.
John Hishen was we'll known in
Mineral Point, where he lived until
going to Dakota years ago. Like many
others he had anticipated the increase
of value in farm lands in which he had
sustaining interest. He is survived by
wife and daughter.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
Barber Shops Close.

The barber shops in this city will
close Fair week, Monday evening at s
o'clock, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thurs
day and Friday evenings at 10 o'clock,
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday af-
ternoons from 12 noon to o'clock.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
ROBERT M. CRAWFORD. EDITOR
THURSDAY, AUGUST Is. 1918.

Said Governor Philip in his speech Monday night,
f'Ths is President Wilson's war" When that was
first said in congressional debate by whose parsanshp
was ardent than his PATRIOTISM The Springfield Repub
lcan remarked that while that tre fair minded American
citizens realize that is President Wilson's responsibility
The truth is that far this nation is concerned, it is
Americas war; under leadership that has the admiration OF
the whole right minded world.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
UNITED IN MARRIAGE
Tabor-SpensIey.

Mr. and Mrs Irving G. Tabor an
nounce the marriage of their daughter
Dorothy to Robert Bashford Spensley,
Wednesday, July 81, 1918, Hollywood,
California"
Robert Bashford Spensley is grand
son of Mr. and Mrs Calvert Spensley of
Mineral Point, and has many friends
here and at Madison. his former home.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
LEO EDDY KILLED IN ACTION

James Burke received the sad news
that his nephew Leo Eddy was killed in
battle in France, July 4. Friends ex-
tend their sympathy to the bereaved
mother, Mrs Mary Eddy.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
INTO REST
Matthias Steffes.

Matthias Steffes died at his farm
home in the town of Kendall, Thursday,
August s, 1918, aged SO years. He is
survived by his wife, five sons and one
daughter. The funeral which WAS
largely attended, took place Saturday
morning with services at ST. Mary's
church, Rev. Nicholas Weyer of1iciat-
iDU
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15

Madison which
voting the declaration of state of the claim
credit
public
the LaFolete
allegation Mr. that
wobby his
of
public we'll of his
the o n
There is mighty good thought in that last sentence;
and is we'll expressed It shows what the people have
right to expect of their responsible leaders.
The question when the great crisis presented itself to
congress simply that of lining up for against the
United States Of America 1t will be remembered that those
who certain memorable occasion in biblical history took
the wrong side with Korah, Dalan and Abirah
given chance throw the blame back their constituents
the newspapers; the ground simply opened and swallowed
them up McIemore has been swallowed up down in Texas
and there are others who deserve the same fate.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
SEASON FAIR TICKET, $1.OO

Season tickets for the Southwestern
Wisconsin Fair, $100 each, are now on
sale at the Iowa County Bank and the
Farmers and Citizens Bank.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15

The nomination of x-Gover1or Folk their candidate
for o. S. greatly t. the credit OF the Democrats OF
Missouri Folk is Of vision. He interprets de-
ocracy Alright; and with undaunted courage applies it to
new conditions they arise.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
Daily Thoudht.

Our duty is to be useful, not accord
ing to our desires, but according to our
powers.-Henri Frederic Amiel.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15

At the primary election, September B. the Democratic
ballot Heading the list Of candidates for whom nomination
papers have been filed stands Henry A. Moehenpah able
dependable man. Wilson from the start; and, like
Wilson and Husng always for undivided allegiance to
the United States. If elected, he will make splendid
executive Let the factions fight their factiona fights
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15

No nomination papers filed for Democratic candidate
for State Senator from this the seventh DISTRICT but good
many friends of James D. McGeever of Dodgevle intend to
write i'll his the primary ballot He would make
good senator--right minded wide awake and forceful.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
RED CROSS NOTES


The regular monthly meeting of the
executive board of Mineral Point Branch
A. r. G. was held at the Parish house
Tuesday, August 6.
The treasurer's report was as follows:
Amount received to date Aug. l, 1918 $685. So
expended yarn 4702 05
mdse. 1867 80
" dues $50 20
incidentals 1879 81
s6859 Sc
Cash to balance 1887 q
1886 63
Balance on hand July slOI8 70
Amount received during July SO Al
slO78 II
DISBURSEMENTS
Alex Metz, mdse 5 90
Prideaux & Bliss, mdse l 30
Gundry & Gray Co. 10 "A
Hanscom's incidentals 50
White House Co., mdse IL II
Rexall Store, mdse 50
s 40 "a
Cash to balance 1887 27
slO78 IL
We are grateful for the following
donations:
Mrs Fred Graber 81 O0|
Rosetta Ketter and Ca atherine Schaumberg
proceeds of an entertainment 81 55
R. B. & G. Society 200
Mr.. W. P. Gundry co.
Miss Mary r. Gundry 90
Eastern Star 25 90
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
The Want Column.

Use the Want column in The Demo.
crat and you will get good results.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15

Read over the Want Advs. on page s
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
THE DEMOCRAT.

Entered at the Post Office, Mineral Point, Wis
as second class matter.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1918-08-15
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