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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
Oehler of Dubuque.


Miss Mona Smith, Of Waterloo is
visiting relatives at this place.
Chas. and George Fitzsimmons, OF
Green, Iowa, were guests at George
Angeles, Wednesday.
]. w. Rimmer was in Davenport on
Wednesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Sherman and
daughter Melva left Monday by auto
for points in Minnesota and Dakota.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. W. Loomis went to
Cedar Rapids Saturday to visit their
daughter. and family. They returned
Sunday.
Lester Smith was in Cedar Rapids
the first Of the week.
County Attorney Yoran and Sheriff
Pride were down from Manchester on
Friday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar Simons are par
ents of a son. born August 4th.
Mr.. and Mrs. Carpenter, of Eldora,
Iowa, were here, guests at the NJ. G.
Albrook home, last week.
Andrew Fleming and son. of Scoba,
Miss, are visiting his people at this
place.
Cap Held was home over Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. C. c. White and chill
dren were guests at Ed Arnold's in
North Fork township, the first OF the
week
Miss Marie White is visiting her
friend, Carmene Bancroft. at Maquo-
keta.
Ira White spent Sunday in Marion.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. B. Pulver will have
charge of the central office. They
moved in Monday.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
Lace That Grows.

In the West Indies dresses are
often worn made from the natural
lace-like cloth which grows upon trees.
The tree from which the lace is gath
cred has a curiously light hollow
trunk something like bamboo. A long
smooth section is cut and soaked in
water until the bark is softened. The
lacelike cloth is closely packed togeth-
er, forming the shell Of the tree When
carefully pulled apart lacelike fiber
Is found which is surprisingly tough
and durable. BY placing several thick
nesses together comparatively thick
cloth is formed. These pieces are
sewn together like any ordinary cloth
and made into dresses. The lace is
light yellow in color naturally, but is
often dyed with the bright colors so
popular in the tropics.-Boys' Life.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18

for good in the minds of her children,
who, with the husband have the sympa-
thy of many friends. Among the rela-
tiyes from out of town were; Mrs. j.
Baker and daughter, Mrs. Garrill, and
son Ruben Baker. of Elgin Ill; Mr.,
and Mrs. William Hockaday and fam
lily, John Cruise, Mr.. and Mrs. A. A.
Mcintosh, of Manchester, Mr.. and Mrs.
Arthur Rogers, of Dubuque, and Har-
old Baker, of Waterloo.
Mrs. Ada Martin and son, Clarence
Of Dubuque, spent the week end with
relatives in this place. I
Mrs. Mary English, of Marion, was
caller in town Saturday, while en-
route home from an auto trip to east
ern points.
Mildred Pierce. of Manchester, spent
the week end visiting at the home OF
her grand mother, Mrs. T. T. Pierce.
Mrs. w. K. Cattron, Lawrence and
Ruth Adele, of Minneapolis, are visit
ing among relatives in this place.
Mrs. Emma Strickland returned Fri
day evening from few days visit with
her daughter, Mrs. Harlan Merriam. Of
Ryan, and relatives at Manchester.
The young people enjoyed a social
dance in the opera house Saturday
evening, for which Noaack's orchestra
furnished music.
AT meeting of the Ladies Aid So
ciety of the M. E. church, officers were
elected as follows: President Mrs.
Henry Bergman, 1st vice-president.
Mrs. w. NJ. Taylor; End vice-president,
Mrs. Chas. Liebe; secretary, Mrs. A..
LIE Fever; treasurer Mrs. w. l. Millen.
Fire Destroyed large barn and sew
eral outbuildings on the Jake Bill
meyer farm, south of town, Wednes-
day night. The cause of the fire was a
bolt of lightning, which struck the
barn. A large amout Of hay and
grain and fifty chickens were con-
sumed by the flames.
Mrs. VIM Sheel is visiting in Oska-
loosa, a guest at the home of her son.
Arnold.
Prof. S. F. Hersey, of Cedar Falls,
spent the week end visiting relatives
at this place.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Freeman, and
daughter, Blanche, of Minneapolis,
spent the first of the week visiting his
mother, Mrs. Julia Freeman. They
were enroute to Milwaukee, for an au-
to trip.
Lois Irmscher is spending a lew
weeks in McGregor, the guest OF her
aunt, Mrs. H. ]. Goggard.
Mr.. and Mrs. Glenn Bockenstadt are
the parents of baby boy.
The Earlville Woman's club ana
men contingent enjoyed an outing at
Eagle Point Park, Dubuque, Wednes-
day.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed Irmscher and Ad-
elaide were McGregor visitors, Fri
day.
Cora and Elizabeth Klaus are visit
ing relatives in Charles City.
Clyde Johnson, of Manchester, was
an over Sunday visitor with home
folks.
Dean Loomis, who accidentally shot
his foot, underwent an operation for
the removal of one of his toes.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
EARLVILLE.
Wilmington Eaton Fitzsimmons was

Wilmington Eaton Fitzsimmons was
Aborn at Bankston Prairie, Dubuque
County, Iowa, September End, 1856 and
died at his home south of Earlville. at
midnight, August Sth. On December
gath, 1895 he was united in marriage
to Miss Ida Talmadge. During the
first twelve years of their married life
they resided in Earlville, afterward
moving to their farm home south OF
town, where they have since resided.
Five children were born to this union,
1.-TWO of whom died in infancy. He is
survived by his wife, two sons, Charles
and Wayne, and one daughter, Ida,
now Mrs H. A. Voeschel, Of Edge
wood. Services were held in the Con-
gregationai church, Wednesday after
noon, conducted by the pastor, Rev.
w. j. Suckow. Interment was made
in Fairview cemetery. For many
years Mr.. Fitzsimmons health has been
tn a precarious condition, so that he
was able to do but little work, and
bear few of the responsibilities of life,
but he bore his physical disabilities
with unfailing cheerfulness and his
life reflected sunshine in the lives of
those around him. He will be sadly
missed by those who have so long en-
joyed the comfort of his presence He
and his wife had gone for a visit with
their daughter at Edgewood when he
was taken with his last illness. He was
brought to his home as quickly as
possible, and every care and attention
! were given him, but there was but
little hope for his recovery from the
first, and he passed quietly away. Mr..
Fitzsimmons was member of the
First Congregatioal church in Earl
Vile and was held in the highest es-
TEEN by large circle of friends, who
extend to the bereaved family sincere
sympathy.
Death came as gladstone relief to
Mrs Frank Baker, when she passed
away peacefully at her home in this
Place, last Tuesday evening, August
10. For seven long weary years Mrs.
Baker was an invalid, unable to walk,
bat she bore her affliction uncomplain-
ingly, and when the time of her going
came, she slipper away quietly. Miss
Ida Rogers daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
John Rogers, deceased, pioneer resi-
dents of Delaware County, was born, on
July 25th, 1862. She was united in
marriage to Mr. Frank Baker at Earl
Vile in 1888. Two children were born
to this union, one daughter, Hattie.
now Mrs. John Winistofer, of Earlyille
and one son Harold Baker, Of Water
loo Besides her husband and two
children, Mrs. Baker is survived by
two sisters, Mrs. Jane Armitage, OF
EarlviIle and Mrs. VIM. Hockaday, OF
Manchester, and one brother, James
Rogers. of Earlville. The funeral
was held at the family residence on
Thursday afternoon conducted by her
pastor, Rev. A. NJ. Mcintosh. Burial
was made in Fairview cemetery. Mrs.
Baker was member of the Methodist
Episcopal church in Earlville, and was
theld in highest esteem by her neigh
Ibors and friends. The memory OF a
devoted mother will leave an incentive
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
How Spiders Travel.

Spinning webs, is second nature with
spiders After they are Matched from
the eggs in cocoon. they cling to-
gether for about week. Then they
separate, but their legs do not carry
them very far. Facing the wind, and
standing on the tips Of their legs, the
baby spiders raise their abdomens and
emit a silken thread. The faintest
current watts the gossamer in the air,
and when enough is let out to permit
of aerial flight the insect drifts away.
When 1t wishes to land it hauls in
the thread. Wherever it lands It can
spin webs without the slightest in
structions from older spiders. Older
male spiders seem to lose this gift.
There are about $50 species Of spi-
ders In America, but only two, the
house and garden spiders, are well
known.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
DELHI.

Billie Diesche has moved into the
Frank Wilson house and Guy Corbin
has moved into the house vacated by
Diesche.
Mrs. James Wilson and daughter
Florence, of Waterloo, were Delhi Wis
itors, last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Oehler, Howard
Cruise and wife and Harry Richards
and wife went to Marion, Wednesday
to attend the funeral Of their relative,
Bernard MCGUIRE, the fifteen year old
son of Mr.. and Mrs. Ed Mcclure, for
merly of Delhi
Frank Sheppard went to Iowa City,
Tuesday to enroll as student at the
State university.
Lester Smith has sold his car to
Merit Madison.
Miss Fern Furman has gone ~ liam
over, H., to assist her brother, Tyler,
at the depot.
George Angel has sold his 20 acre
farm which lies partly inside the cor
poration to Fred Bartsche for $500 per
acre, or total Of $4,000. Mr.. Bart
sche has sold his farm of LOS acres to
Mrs. Susan Messing and sons. Both
deals were made through o. w. Smith
of Hopkinton.
Dale Brockman is ill with typhoid.
at Waterloo.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Oehler had
reunion at their home last Tuesday,
all of their children and grand-child-
rem being present. They were Mr..
and Mrs. Howard Cruise and four
children and James Oehler of Delhi,
Ed Oehler and Mrs. M. c. Jacobs, Of
Perry, Iowa; Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Rich
ards and three children, of McLaugh-
lin, s. D.; Geo. Oehler of Omaha; Mr..
and Mrs. T. J. Doyle Of Ryan and John
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
COW TEST ASSOCIATION DEFINI.
TELY ASSURED

During the past week the requisite
number of farmers for Cow Test
Association have been secured. The
terms of the Association are as fol-
lows:
Members Agreement for Cow Testing
Association.
WHEREAS, The Delaware County
Cooperative Cow Testing Association
is organized for the purpose Of pro-
viding means for the cooperation OF
it's members in ascertaining the rela-
tive merits of their cows, and in the
economical production of dairy cattle
products; and
WHEREAS, the Association agrees,
from monthly tests (twenty-four
hours in length made by employees
Of the Association, to furnish each
member with record OF the individ-
ual performance of each animal sub
scribed,. and to advise the members
In regard to economical feeding and
the improvement of their herds; and
WHEREAS, We by the act of af-
fixing our SIGNATURES below ex-
press our desire of becoming mem
bers of said Association, for the object
above stated;
NOW THEREFORE, in considera-
ton of our admission to MEMBER
SHIP and the service above mentioned
we make this agreement with said AS
ISOLATION and with he persons who are
now or shall hereafter become men,
bers of said Association:
I'VE sEVERALLY agree and
promise to pay to the Treasurer of the
Association not to exceed THREE
DOLLARS $4,000 FOR ONE YEARS
RECORD of each and every one OF
the cows in our representative herds
as entered below opposite our sigma
lures; with the following provisions,
namely; that the charge for one herd
shall not be less than a minimum Of
is cows and that the tester shall test
not more than THIRTY-FIvE COWS
(35) In one day, but shall give two or
more days service each month, in pre-
portion to the number of cows in the
herd, If larger than thirty-fve.
lit is AGREED that the rate Of
payment for additional cows entered
after the year is begun shall be thirty
cents (3Oc) per month per COW or $500
per COW for the remainder of the year,
at the option of the owner.
III-That if any COW in test dies
or Is sold from the herd before the
year is ended, there shall be NO RE-
DUCTION in the amount to be paid;
but another COW may be substituted
in place of the SOLD OR DEAD COW.
Aside from this, no COW shall be RE-
PLACED BY ANOTHER, in the num-
Der of cows undergoing test. The
Secretary must be notified before the
second test of all new cows, whether
substituted for one previously in the
test or entered as additional cows.
IV-Members desiring test OF ami
mails not entered in the Association
shall be required to pay fee Of FIF-
TY CENTS (50c) for each test to the
Association Treasurer.
V--Payment tor such testing shall
be paid quarterly, to be due on or be-
fore the first month in each quarter.
Said payments to be made to the order
of the Treasurer.
vI-WE further agree to furnish
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
To Protect Aluminium.

To protect aluminium and aluminium
alloys from corrosion, says the Jour.
nal Of Industrial and Engineering
Chemistry. L. Won Grotthuss has tried
browning the metal electrolytically.
BY using this method. the aluminium
may be bent or rolled without the
coating. Aluminium thus treated was
Immersed in salt solution for two
months without showing the slightest
trace of corrosien. Chemical Round
Table,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
HAS NEVER SEEN THEIR EQUAL

II have used Chamberlain's Tablets
for stomach trouble, biliousness and
constipation off and on for the past
ten years. / have never seen their
equal yet. They strengthened my d.
gestion, relieved me of headache and
had mild pleasant action on my
bowels. / take pleasure in recommend
ing them, writes H. D. F. Parmenter,
Cridersville, Ohio.-For sale by A. C.
Philip. :.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
FREE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR EX.
SERVICE MEN.

A letter.has just been received from
the State Educational Service Commit
tee, Y. M. C. A., at Des Moines, Iowa
stating that fund of $4,000 has been
set aside for scholarship for ex-ser-
vice men. This fund is to be used for
vocational work not leading to col
lege degree.
This letter also states that they. are
anxious to secure ex-service men.
There are eleven non-collegiate
courses starting at Ames this fall,
where men can take advantage of
these courses. 1t is a wonderful op-
portunity. The Association will be
able to help at least one man from each
county, to fill some specified vocation
al work.
A general scholarship is awarded for
all classes of work, auto mechanic,
manual art work. A second type of
scholarship known as general are
awarded for any course that is not
regular college work. College scholar
ships are awarded any college of rec
ognized standing in any state. These
scholarships are free and do not obi
gate man in any way the only quail
fications being good attendance and
satisfactory grades in the work. The
general scholarships may be afforded
in:
Cd Bonafide business college in the
state.
(2) Any auto college in the state Of
Iowa recognized by the Federal Gov
eminent as being efficient.
60 Any short-course given by the
State Institution.
(D Preparatory department of college
CO. Any Y. M. C. A. classawith special
instructors.
Anyone who is interested may OBJ
tain full information by writing to Mr..
l.. ]. Giilis, State Supervisor, S07 s
& l. Building, Des Moines, Iowa.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
Start Of the Umbrella.

As shade from the sun the umbrel-
la is of great antiquity. Sir Gardiner
Wilkinson has engraved delineation
Of an Ethiopian princess travelling In
her chariot through upper Egypt.
where the car Is furnished with an
umbrella.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
paraffin for Dull Furniture.

When your furniture gets little
dull looking and feels sticky, try pour
ing a little bit of paraftin on rag and
rubbing dry with a clean buster until
every bit of the oil is removed. 1t
will leave a nice polish and be very
satisfactory.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18

A letter has been received from A.
r. Corey Secretary OF the State Fair
Exposition. to the effect than Monday,
August goth, has been set aside as
Farm Bureau Day. They are in hopes
of having the Republican nominee for
President, Senator Harding, as princi-
pal speaker Of this day.
Mr.. Corey anticipates the livestock
show as being the largest ever shown
at the Iowa State Fair or any other
State Fair in America. Entries in the
Swine Department will exceed the
capacity of the barn by about 1000
head. Present indications are that the
new cattle barn which will accommodate
1900 head will be practically filled.
Farmers who are contemplating at
tending the State Fair should write
to Mr.. Corey for particulars in regard
to reservations for camping, etc,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
APPLE CROP GOOD.

Reports from the State Horticultural
office indicates that the apple crop in
Iowa will be over one million bushel
of fall and winter apples. The aver
age for all fruits is 81 per cent, which
is 20 per cent. higher than conditions
reported one year ago and per cent
lower than July LIST, 1920.
Apple scab does not seem to be
much worse than in June. Coddling
moth worm shows an increase.
We wish to call the attention OF
members OF the Association and farm
ers who are thinking OF shipping
apples and who desire wrappers. and
liners for boxes, that they may secure
same through the Iowa Fruit Growers
Association by paying membership, at
the following price F. O. B. Des
Moines.
Apple wrappers, 1870 per lb. A
mound consists of about ESQ wrappers
and 80 box liners. Three liners in each
box and as many wrappers as there
are apples in the box.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
Asbestos Fsathery as Etderdown.

Asbestos is feathery as eiderdown,
and can be spun or woven. An ounce
has been spun into a string more than
a hundred yards long.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-08-18
Marshall County Cow Test Associa-
ton Leads in Production Of June
Butter Fat.

With an average milk production OF
1924 pounds and butterfat 5S.4 pounds
for the month Of June, the ten high
cows of ). the Marshall County Cow
Testing Association made the best
ten-eow record among Iowa test as
sociations for the, month. The Tri-
County Test association was close
second, with ten COW average OF
1909 pounds of milk and 81 pounds OF
butterfat.
The best Individual COW production
record for the month among the test
associations was made by a Dallas
County registered Holstein COW, own
ed by Leverton & Son, 22O5 pounds OF
milk and rs pounds of butter fat. A
pure bred owned by Alex Schubert OF
the Alta Vista association was second,
with 1889 pounds of milk and Ills
pounds Of butterfat.
In the associations now active In
Iowa there were 255 cows with a rec
ord of so pounds or more.
DUSTY QUARTERS BAD FOR PIGS
The hot, dry weather of late summer
results in dusty hog yards and build
ings. This general condition is not
conductive of health and sproper
growth of spring pigs.
Many Of the most successful hog
growers move the pigs into pasture,
field or meadow where there is less OF
the germ carrying dirt. Coughing
and lack of appetite are first notice.
able when young pigs are suffering be-
cause of dirty quarters and then
general lack Of thrift is likely to
show itself
Fresh water in creek or walloW VIII
aid materially in keeping the pigs
comfortable and thrifty during hot,
dusty days.
The St. Mary banner. (Franklin, Parish of St. Mary, La.) 1889-1931, 1920-05-29
Brings Wonderful
Prescription to All
Eczema Sufferers.

Zemerine, the latest scientific pres
cription for the treatment of eczema,
itch, and similar skin diseases, is now
sold 10 leading drug stores. Until re-
Gently it was the guarded formula of a
good physician, and men have paid a
higher price for the treatment, but now
it is within the reach of every sufferer.
It's time to say goodbye to inhamed
and burning skin! Farewell to irrtant
and unpleasant sores, splotches, and
blots which mar yonr face and make
you 80 uncomfortable. Z9meriDe can
give you relief as it has others Give
it a trial under our guarantee, your
money back if it fails to benefit you.
Simple directions accompany each
bottle. Sold in two sizes, SO cents and
81. Start today and learn what relief
means. If your druggist can't supply
you, the Zemerine Chemiaal CO., Or
angeburg s. c., will send you a bottle
prepaid upon receipt of the orice.
The St. Mary banner. (Franklin, Parish of St. Mary, La.) 1889-1931, 1920-05-29
STATE OF LOUISIANA,
23fd Judicial District Court-Par.
ish of st. Mary.
Succession of Mary Crockett
Lyons, Deceased. No. 1928.

Whereas Louis Kramer, a. resident
of Franklin, Louisiana, las netition-
ed this Honorable Court for letters of
administration on the estate of the
late Mary Crockett Lyons, deceased,
intestate;
No.,os is hereby given to all to
whon 1t may concern to show cause
within ten days from the date of this
notification, why the prayer of the
said petitioner should not be granted,
Ia evidence whereof, witness my OFF,
cial signature and the Impress Of the
seal OF my office this 18th day of May
A. d. 1920.
L. J. LEGENDRE,
Deputy Clerk of Court.
The St. Mary banner. (Franklin, Parish of St. Mary, La.) 1889-1931, 1920-05-29

WANTED-Man with team or auto
who can give bond to sell 1877 Wat
kns home and farm products. Big
gest concern of kind 10 world. $500
to 5000 yearly income. Territory in
this parish open. Write today. J.
r. WATKINS co. Dept liz WinouAr
Mimi.
The St. Mary banner. (Franklin, Parish of St. Mary, La.) 1889-1931, 1920-05-29
For Sale.

Jersey COW and calf. Apply TO 1.
PQPKIN, Franklin, La.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-08-05
Symptoms and
Treatment of
Epilepsy

Epilepsy N an affection 81 the
brain which at variable Intervals
gives rise TO an attack character.
lied by conyulnivc movements and
unconHciounncfs. Subjects Of this
disease are usually warned OF the
approach Of paroxyHmS, the pre-.
monitionH. however, are an a rule
Of short duration. The person AZ
fected may utter sharp. piercing
cry and fall 10 the ground In a
helpless and unconscious condition.
lie IL often seriously injured In this
way. At first there IN more or less
rigidity OF the muscles, this II
quickly succeeded by oopvulsive
movements. the eyes are usually
opened and turned upwards. the face
becomes livid and congested the
Jaws are brought together with con
siderable force and the tongue In
often badly wounded by the teeth.
There II also considerable foamlnE
and frothing at the mouth The
paroxysm lasts but a few minutes
and consciousness gradually returns.
tho patient being IN "a stupid and
drowsy condition with headache for
some time afterwards.
Treatment -- The patient should
be placed IN the recumbent position
Ton the back. all clothing being
loosened. particularly about the
neck. A handkerchief knot. "A piece
II wood. or some other suitable
aFtiri. ~hleh tsiff tsrcveps irtttrV 20
the tongue. should be placed between
the teeth. aiiho not allowed 90 drop
into the mouth. After the fii IL
over 10 further treatment IL usually
required. aI,ho u should be rcmsm.
bered that sometimes temporary
alteration of mind may fuilow. n
this occurs. the patient should be
watched for come time after the
seizure.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1920-08-05
FOR ACHING FEET

Callous spots on the feet are often
confused with oorna. The calious
spots should not be treated with a
knife. After soaking the feet In hot
water 70 which n large piece Of ordi'
nary washing soda has been added.
rub the caliuses with pumice stone.
This should be done az least twice n
week. II this treatment II not 81.
fective. soak some absorbent cotton
in crude petroleum and bind IL on
the cailous spot overnight Rub
with pnmlce stone The nrKt morning.