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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
COON VALLEY

COON VALLEY, August l4.--Mr. and Mrs.
VIM. 0utcelt and family have moved TO Niro-
qua, where Mr.. Outceit will be the station
agent for the Southeastern railroad. "A fare
well party was given Monday afternoon BY a
number of ladies in honor of Mrs. Outcelt at
the home of Peter Running Mrs. Carl N.
Neprud and daughter Maud E. Neprud, coun-
ty superintendent of schools m0tOred to Madi-
son, Monday. to attend state convention of
county superintendents and supervising teach
ers. About hundred young people were
present 2. a large evening gathering given
in honor of Alice Lee and Oscar Noilien at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Hans Neprud. The
young couple received a good of money
and many useful gifts. On Saturday, Au-
gust 10, in this community, occurred very
happy wedding, when Private John Nelson,
who is home on a furlOugh, and Miss Tina
Stafslien united in wedlOck, Rev. o. o.
SOyde Performing the ceremony at the home
of the brides parents, where dinner was
served to many guests in honor of the worthy
young people. The couple was attended by
Miss Clara IngvaldsOn and Frederick STATS
lien, Messrs. Elmer Nelson and Maguns STATS
lien. The groom is of Mr.. and Mrs.
Anton Nelson, worthy young and pa
triot of Uncle Sam. Many congratulations
are shOwered upon the young soldier and his
bride. At Coon Valley Lutheran church,
Sunday August IL, occurred the marriage of
Mr.. OscaE Molten and Miss Alice Lee, we'll
connected young people of this place. The
ceremony was by Pastor SOvde, at O'Clock
The bride was attended by Misses Thea Moi
lien, Heel Shannon of Westby, and Clara
Roge Of StOughton. Mr.. Adolph Lee was best
man.. wedding supper spread at the
home of the bride. These worthy young pee
pie will settle down here and are receiving
greetings of large following of friends.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
NOTICE
TO BE HELD IN VERNON COUNTY
NOVEMBER 5th, 1918
STATE OF WISCONSIN
Department Of state


NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN, that at a
general election TO be held in the several towns
wards, villages and election districts Of the
state OF Wisconsin, on the first Tuesday sue
1918, being the fifth day of said month, the
following officers to be elected
a Governor in place Of Emanuel L. Philipp,
whose term Of Office win expire on the first
Monday of January, 1919.
observation-disclosures in place Of Edward
Z. Dithnar, whose term Of Office expires on the
tirst Monday of January, A. II. 1919.
y Secretary of State in place of Merlin Hull
whose term Of office viii expire on the first
Monday of January, A. D. 1919.
state Treasurer in place of Henry john
son, whose term of Office will expire On the
first Monday Of January, A. d. 1919.
An Attorney General in place of Spencer
Haven, whose term of Office will expire on the
hrst sionday Of january. A. d. 1919.
A Representative in Congress for the Sew
enth Congressional District comprised Of the
counties of La Crosse Jackson Monroe, Clark
Vernon, Juneau, Adams and Sank, to succeed
John }. Esch, whose term of Office will ex 1ire
on the 4th day of March. A. d. 1919.
A state Senator for the 31st Senatorial Dis
trlct comprised of the counties of jackson,
Monroe and Vernon, to succeed J. Henry Ben
nett, whose term Of office will expire on the
first Monaay Of January, A. d. 1919.
Member of Assembly for each OF the eoun-
ties of Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Calumet,
Chippewa, Clark, Columbia, Crawford. Dunn,
Door Eau Claire, Green. Green Lake, Iowa,
jackson. Juneau. Kenosha, Kewaunee La
Fayette, Langlade, Lincoln. Marinette. Mon
roe, Oconto, Ozaukee Pierce, Polk Portage,
Price, Richland, Sauk Shawano St. Croix,
Taylor. Trempealeau. Vernon, Waworth, Wau-
paca, Wood Waushara and Washington.
A Member Of Assembly for the County Of
Vernon to succeed Clarence II. Carter, whose
term of Office will expire on the first Monday
Of January, A. d. 1918.
Given under my hand and official seal at the
capitol in the city of Madison, this 1st day Of
August. a. D. 1918.
MERLIN HULL. Secretary of State,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
POLITICAL ADVERTISING
Authorized by the Candidates
TO THE VOTERS OF VERNON
COUNTY

Gentlemen: As you are doubtless
aware ! am candidate for the Office
OF District Attorney Of Vernon county,
at the coming primary My time has
been 50 taken 40 Of late with war work
that il mas been impossible for me to
visit you personally, neither did
think Il necessary. / have been a cit
izen of this county for the past thirty
seven years. and most of you know
me- During my residence in the
county | have been closely identified
with every move that tended to make
better citizenship in every way. ]
nave cheerfully responded to every
call made upon me to serve the public
interest.
The adninistra ton of the affairs of
the Office Of District Attorney has
been in my hands for the past four
years ending January 1st, next, and /
court an examination of the record
made. / ass you 10 go to the county
treasury and examine the trecords,
and learn the arhount of fines paid in
to the treasury during that term, also
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
Readstown, June ~. 1918.
FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY

To the Voters Of Vernon County:
/ have been a resident of Vernon county
for thirty-seven years, a practieinR attorney
tkirty-two years, and have all that time stood
for every principle that tended to the moral.
social. educational, paitical and financial up
lift of the community, state and nation at
large, as my best Judgment dictated.
Last summer | was honOred by the ap-
pointment of Government Appeal Agent for
the county I'M all draft matters, and am serv-
ing absolutely without compensation, during
the war. II Is thought by many. best ac-
quainted with conditions, that the District
Att0rneyship and Government Appeal Agent
should be combined in the same person, for
the better administration of both.
Yielding to this opinion, l have consented
to again become a candidate for the Office
Of District Attorney, and hereby announce
such decision. l thank you for past favOrs
and future consideration.
Most respectfully yours, C. ]. SMITH.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
l HOPE TO GET YOUR SUPPORT

Have lived in Viroqua. this county,
for thirty years. Served three terms
as alderman from the First ward; FIVE
years on the County Board, during
two of which / served as chairman OF
the finance committee. Have always
been ready and willing to do my part
as good citizen.
If nominated and elected, / viii do
my utmost TO I'll the position with
honor to YOU IS well as myslef
Yours trGly,
ANDY D. HELG ESON.
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J. w. LUCAS
Registered OptoMetrisG
Viroguo, Wis.

State of Ohio. City of Toledo,
Lucas County. SIS.
Frank J. Cheney makes oath that he
is senior partner OF the firm of F. j.
Cheney & Co.. doing business in the City
of Toledo. County and state aforesaid.
and that said firm win pay the sum OF
ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each
and every case of Catarrh that cannot pc
cured by the use of HALLS CATARRH
MEDICINE. FRANK J. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and subscribed in
my presence. this 9Th day OF December,
A. D. 1856. a. w. GLEASON,
(SeaD Notary Public.
Halls Catarrh Medicine is taken IN
ternally and acts through the Blood on
the Mucous Surfaces OF the System Send
for testimonials. free
FL. CHENEY & Co. Toledo. o.
Sold by all druggists, &c.
Halls Family Pills for constipation
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
AN ENDORSEMENT

Mr., Andy D. Helgeson, candidate
for Clerk of the Court. is loyal Yer
non county man, and in every way
qualified for this position. He is pub
lic-spJrited and has served for many
years on the county board from the
city of Viroqua. and for two terms
served as chairman on the finance
committee. also a member of the Re
publican county committee, as well
as many other public positions which
he has h0nor5.bly hlled.
His patrie ism 70 county, state aud
nation cannot De questioned, as he has
TWO sons on French soil lighting for
the homo Of our country. That is
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
Girls DOrmitories at Busheys'

A new and popular feature of Bush
eys' Business College of Appleton is
Lawrence College. A .matron has
charge of each dorrnitory and they
are run on such an economical plan
that both board and room costs only
about 81 week. All who desire a
place in dormitory should make APP
plication at once.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
FOR COUNTY TREASURER

To the Voters of Vernon County:
My party and the people have conferred
upon me the favor of election TO the Office
of county treasurer for six years when my
present term ends. l appreciate sincerely this
consideration on their part. No other person,
GptO this time, having announced a purpose to
become a candidate, has determined my at
titude in again standing fot the favor of a
denomination. If chosen at the primary and
election, pledge my entire time, and all the
ability possess, TO the discharge of the duties
of the place. Very truly yours,
AMIJND BELLAND
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
WANT TORNADO INSURANCE?

The Wisconsin Tornado insurance
company has made an enviable rec
ord during it's whole existence. A
$4,000 policy has cost ONLY $3.50 for
the last five year period. This com
pany has over $4,000, 100000 now in
force, distributed in over 40 different
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28

the records of light court expenses
and of successful prosecutions, ard
then judge of my. fitness to hanide
the affairs of this most important of
fee My watch words have been Fl
fcieney and Economy.
was last year appointed Govern
ment Appeal Agent in all draft mat
ters, and am still acting entirely with
out compensation. | was appointed
because it was thought by those in
authority that the affairs of both Of
these positions would better be adj
ministered by one and the same per-
son. Those conditions still exist and
are among the things that influenced
me to again be candidate.
| leave my candidacy in your bands,
thanking Won for past favors and fu-
ture consideration.
Most respectfully yours
G. ]. SMITH.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
POLITICAL ANNOUNCEM'TS
FOR DENOMINATION
FOR STATE SENATOR
Tothe voters q the Dc senatorial pistrie

Tothe Voters Of the 3lst Senatorial District :
Having served term in the Senate.
which covered two regular and two special
sessions, and having endeavoTed to the best
Of my ability TO represent tire people of the
district, / desire TO announce that | am a
If my services have proven reasonably salts
factory to the people, shall appreciate their
further valuable support at the September
primary If reelected ! want 10 assure my
constituents that | will remain 100 per cent
American in my legislative work, as my rec
ord shows was during my late senate service.
AppreciatiTe of your past support, Fam
Very truly yours,
]. HENRY BENNETT, Senator 3ist Dist
FlroQua, Wisconsin,. June II. 1918.
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COUNTY coURT-IN PROBATE
Court Calendar for Tuesday. September s,19

Court Calendar for Tuesday, September 319ls
Estate C. F. Page-Hearing claims.
Estate James MISUNDERSTANDING claims
Estate Antoni Berra-Hearing claims.
Estate L. l.. Tongue-Hearing claims Hills
boro, Sept I'D
Estate Arnt demonstrating claims.
Estate Jactb acknowledging claims.
Estate Michael Observation-Disclosures. Hills
borO. Sept. H.
Estate liver Observation-Disclosures
Estate George GrOssman-Final settlement
and determination of inheritance tax.
Estate Sigrid Iostvanger-PrOof Of will.
Estate SlanO 3. INSTRUMENTATION
Estate Mary A. Sweger-AdminiStra alton.
Estate Hans Observation-Disclosures
Estate Henry Haskell-Assignment.
Estate Timothy Dwyer-Final settlement.
Estate Lena o. Brendum-Final settlement.
Estate Amund (Andrew) Jorgenson-Final
settlement.
Estate Jonas Ostrem-Final settlement
Estate Julia Yakey-Final settlement.
Estate Mems Peters0n-Final settlement. Il -
Estate Nels Skunberg-PrOof of will. U4)
Estate Ludwig Schultz-Hearing claims. (at
Hillsbor0 Sept. I'D
Estate VIM. S. POtts-Hearing claims.
Estate Anna Bouda-Eearing claims
Estate John Jenson-Hearing claims.
Estate Wm. Polzin-Hearing claims.
Estate Julius Misunderstanding claims.
Estate Thsryal 0lSOn-Final settlement
Estate Carl 0hson-Hearing claims.
Estate Franz Bruch--Proof Of will
Estate George Consolidating claims.
Mrs. Ephriam Greeley, resident
of HillsbOro section for more than six
ty years, died at the age of 81.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
FOR COuNTY CLERK

To the Voters of the County:
I am fully mindful and appreciative of tn
honors and responsibilities Vernon County Re
pubcans and voters have conferred upon m
in the past. IL it is their will am ready 4
continue as their servant, / am therefore
candidate for denomination at the primarie
in September.
Soliciting your support, am
Very truly your, BERLIE MOORE.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28

counties in Wisconsin, with over $780,
10000 around Viroqua. This COM
pany is managed by FARMERS MU-
TUAL FIRE INSURANCE MEN who
are reliable, honest, efficient and just
in settling losses, and understand the
mutual insurance business.
F. w. ALEXANDER, Local Agt.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
FOR CLERK or THE CouRr

To the voters of Vernon County, Wisconsin.
Approaching your support of two years ago,
| again come before you a candidate for
Clerk of Court of Vernon county, subject TO
the action of the Republican Party, at the
primary, September 3rd, 1918.
Your support will be appreciated.
Respectfully. A. d. HELGESON.
Coon Valley, May 20. 1918.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
WANT MORE PATROLMEN

The county highway commission
wants to engage the services of more.
patrolmen and teams. All who may
wish to engage for that service please
once. ALEX RISTOW, Viroqua.
County Highway Commissioner
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
ron CLERK OF THE IcoIrPT

To the Voters Of Vernon County:
/, The undersigned of the Village of Stod-
dard, hereby announce that I am a candidate
for the Office of the Clerk of the Court of
Vernon County, subject to the action Of the
Republican party at the primary election to
be held September 3, 1918. Your thoughtful
consideration and support will be appreciated.
May Is. 1918. CHAS. p. WHITE.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
FOR prCJsTFp OF DFEDs

To the Republican Voters of Vernon County /:
In request of many acquaintance in the
western section of the county, l have deter
mnied to stand as a candidate for the nomin-
alton for Register of Deeds. My work
treasurer of Hamburg, a book-keeper and
other clerical positions ought TO be of service
if chosen register. / will be thankful for all
support accorded me Very truly,
MELVIN c. kNUDSON.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
FOR REGISTER or DEEDS

To the Voters OF Vernon County:
!. the undersigned. of the town of Christiana,
hereby announce that / am a candidate for
the Office of Register of Deeds of Vernon
county, subject to the action of the Republi-
can party at the primary election to be held
September 3, 1918. Your thoughtful eonsid-
Grafton and support will be appreciated.
April %, 1918. PAUL I. PAULSEN.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
STATE OF WISCONSIN
County of Vernon


l. Berlie Moore. Clerk Of the said county Of
Vernon, do hereby certify that the foregoing
is true copy Of a general election notice
served upon me by the Secretary of State of
the State Of Wisconsin, and now on file in ny
Office
Dated this 9Th day of August A. D. 1918.
BERLIE MOORE, County Clerk
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
THIS is IMPORTANT To TOWN
AND COUNTY FOLK
Free Delivery

Free Delivery
Hereafter the Fred Eckhart Com
pany will make deliveries of -four
feed, ETC., in the city on Wednesday
and Saturday afternoons only.
Live Stock Deliveries
Hereafter the Fred Eckhart Com
pany wish to have all live stock de-
Iivered on Mondays only, of each
week.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
CANDTDATE FOR sHFRIFF

TO Inc voters OF vernon COUNTY:
| a candidate for the Office of sheriff
Of Vernon county. No other person up to
this time having announced purpose to be
come a candidate, / solicit the support of all
voters. Thanking you for past favOrs and
future consideration. Very truly yours.
FRANCIS II. ROGERS.
VirOqua, Wis. July /, 1918.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
Viroqua, Wis. July /. 1918.
FOR MEMBER OF ASSEMBLY
n IL NoA... ~ Nrnr..nr. f.....a.

To the Voters OF vernon county:
Two years ago you nominated and elected
me TO represent you in the lower house of the
state legislature. Then l was firm for a re-
duction in public expense and lower taxation
and | still stand squarely that platform
My legislative votes were so directed and will
be in the future If nominated and reelected
Other important reforms will be considered in
the campaign and at the session, TO which
pledge my cooperation Very truly,
CLARENCE H. CARTER.
Readstowu Time - 1918
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28

/ earnestly appeal to you for your
support for the Office of District At
-torney at the coming primary. | was
born and raised in Vernon County.
Have never been favored with a Coun-
ty Office. Have practiced law for 13
years. / am given credit for being
amply qualified TO perform all the
duties of the Office. If nominated and
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28

in other positions of trust and respon-
sibility. Have been School District
Clerk for many years.
If nominated and elected Register
of Deeds. it viii be my purpose TO de-
vote my time to the duties of the po-
sition. Very truly,
PAUL. Z. PAULSEN.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
FOR CLERK OF THE COURT

TO Inc Voters Of vernon County:
! hereby announce my candidacy for the Of
fee of Clerk Of the Circuit Court for Vernon
county, subject to the Republican primary
September Sd. shall appreciate the support
given me by the voters of the county
iofanCy, :'tao Rafiee
HillsbOrs. July rs, 1918. b. /. BAILEY
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
The Best Plaster

A piece of flannel danpened with
Chamberlain's Liniment and bound on
over the seat of pain is often more eff
fectual for lame back than plaster
and does not cost anything like as
much.
A public hearing will be held in
this city on Wednesday, September II
by the state railroad commission to
listen to argument for and against an
increase in electric light tolls.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
FOR MEMBER OF ASSEMBLY

TO the Voters of Vernon County: -
! am a candidate for the Republican nom
ination for Member Of Assembly,to be voted for
at the primary election September 8, 1918.
stand for winning the war, legislation for
the people and ratification of the Constitu-
hGral Dry Amendment. j. T. HAGE
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
ZOE DISTRICT ATTORNEY

To the Voters OF Vernon County:
| am a candidate for the office of District
Attorney of Vernon County, and solicit the
support of all yOtsre
II. p. PROCTOR, JR.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28

the kind of men we should elect to
Offices, who are not only patriotic in
words bnt in deeds.
ALBERT SPELLUM.
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ISOLICIT YOUR INFLUENCE AND
SUPPORT

Born in the Town of Christiana in
the year 1868; lived on present farm
since the closing days of 1871. Serv-
ed as town Treasurer, Assessor, and
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
III tiStLIIN IIBIIL IUIIs
CHURCH NOTES
IACnRsnN,s CHARGE

JACOBSON'S CHARGE
Mission services Sunday at Franklin at H.
and in West Prairie at 3, Rev ID. T. Bergen
.speaks at both places.
SMEBY'S CHARGE
VirOqua ladies aid meets with Mrs. Albert
Anderson. miles south east. this Friday p. m
August 80.
There will be a mission festival and service
flag dedication at kiekapoO next Sunday fore
and afternoon. The speakers of the day
viii be Rev.. o. Tweten of Lee. illinois, Of
fering in forenoon Patriotic program in the
afternoon. All welcome.
FINSTAD'S CHARGE
Service in freeman next Sunday at II O'Clock
in the forenoon, Dedication of service flags fol-
lowing lunch. C. j. Smith and other prominent
speakers will deliver addresses.
CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Church at study 10. Address by Garry l..
Cook Of Indiana at 10 80; sermon at IL by ).
J. Corey of Cincinnati. Afternoon service at
2; evening service. Endeayor at I, sermons AT
by ID. J. Howe and Garry l.. Cook.
HOFSTEADS CHARGE
Services in Zion at i0:30 and ladies aid at
Ole Jackson's at 2;3o. Sunday School Rally
Day in Viroqua at 3 80. All children and par
ents a-s requested to be present. Sunday
se.Ioef teacher meeting at ! Friday evening
this week at the parsonage. All teachers are
REQ ested to be present. Ladies aid serve sup
per Thursday evening beginning at 5.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28

The kuebler Hardware now has
hrst class electrician, and can wire
your new house or your old one in the
best manner.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
PILES DISSOLVED
IN TEN MINUTES

My mild, safe method cures without the
knife pain or danger-all cases except can
Ger. Full particulars and special instructions
sent free; describe your fully and ineIose
&c stamp. DR.. F. T. Riley, 476 VI. M Bank
Bldg. Milwaukee, Wis.
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elected | will give the Taxpayers an
economical and efficient administra-
ton. Public offices are of the peoples
patronage Do you think it fair to
continue one man in the same Office
indefinitely to the exclusion of others
who are as well qualified and are seek
ing such Offices? / sincerely trust
that you will give this matter the con-
sideration it deserves and in the end
give me your vote and support.
Very truly yours,
H. P. PROCTOR, JR.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28

Mrs. Ephriam Greeley, a resident
of HillsbOro section for more than six
ty years, died at the age of 81.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
TO THE VOTERS OF VERNON
COUNTY

Viroqua, August Is, 1918.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28
FINsTAD's CHARGE
CHURCH

Service in Freeman next Sunday at II O'Clock
in the forenoon, Dedication of service flags fol-
lowing lunch. C, ]. Smith and other prominent
a.a... .I-..rc .rsIl .lnI...... nilr
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1918-08-28

Il call upon young men and
old alike and upon the able
bodied boys of the land to
accept and act upon this
duty -. to turn in
hosts to the farms and make
certain that no pains and no
labor is lacking in this great
matter"