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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
POWELL FOR ASSEMBLY


Elsewhere in this issue, c. w. Fow-
ell announces his candidacy for the Of
fee of Member Of Assembly for YER
non County on the Republican ticket.
The Censor feels that Friend Charlie
possesses peculiar qualifications that
fit him for the Office he seeks. At the
age of nineteen years, he took up the
occupation of stock buying, following
the same successfully for five years.
Following this, he embarked in the
lumber business as manufacturer
wholesaler and retailer. For many
years be was a successful farmer,
leaving this TO take the position as
Superintendent of the County Farm,
which he and his sainted wife held
with honor for thirteen years, I he
passing away Of Mrs. Powell bring
inn to Charlie keen personal grief
only to be understood by those who
have suffered loss Of Christian wife
and mother, and which impeiled his
resignation as head Of that institution.
Since that time Mr.. POWELL has en-
gagged in road building and blooded
stock raising. The big fill at Reads
town and the extensive read job south
Of Boscobel are good examples Of
! Charles work in this line. And his
fine herd of Holstein cattle, embrac-
ing some of the best breeding and
blood lines in the United States, are
the best evidence of Charles keen in
terest in progressive agriculture.
Mr., POWELL is b practical dirt farm
err, thoroughly progressive in politics
an a community affairs, standing
squarely for good roads, better cattle
cooperative marketing, and every inn
provement that makes for better liv-
ing conditions on the farm Vernon
county is an agricultural county and
should be represented in the assembly
by a man thoroughly in sympathy with
farming needs The Censor is pleas
ed to commend him to the voters Of
Vernon county, because we believe he
is shoulder TO shoulder with this paper
in its progressive views on community
problems. He combines farming and
business experience in a way which
should be Of value in the legislature
| Charlie is not an orator, but we have
Ihad too many Of that class in the cap.
tftol in the past. We think that he vii
ltalk lees--and do more.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
PAULSEN FOR REGISTER

Under the heading Of political an
nouncements you will find that Of
Paul r. Paulsen as a candidate to sue
ced himself as Register of Deeds.
From the time he was nine years old,
Mr.. Paulsen resided on the old hone-
stead in the town Of Christiana, con-
Quoting the farm when he grew to
manhood. His sterling character was
recognized and honored by his fellow
tOwnsmen by election as assessor two
terms and treasurer six terms. For
sixteen years he was clerk of his
school district. Four years ago he
assumed the duties of Register of
Deeds Of Vernon county, filling the po-
sition faithfully and efficiently. In
speaking of him before, we have said
that he was one Of Gods own gentle
men, and it so fittingly describes his
high Christian character, his humility,
his devotion, his mildness and his be-
coming modesty, that we can find no
other words more expressive The
important duties Of the registers of
fee are safe in his hands.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
4. HOMELAND FOR SHERIFF

Wonder what there is in the sher-
IFS job that is so attractive? Three
candidates are already in the field
the latest to enter the contest being
Auctioneer Andrew HOMELAND. An
drew win probably be elected on his
good looks, if for no other resson.
He boasts Of being the honilles. Nor
wegian in Vernon ass-r.y --ard he's
Just as popular as lie is homely. When
Il comes TO doing lot Of things, and
doing them all well, Andrew is there
with the goods. He was member of
the county board from the town Of
Jefferson, assessor of that town, and
clerk Of the same for eight years. He
has served two terms as undersherih,
and one term as sheriff His long suit
is auctioneering, but between sales he
has made an "honest, living las he
says) at farming. This diversified ex-
perience and his general goodfellow-
ship and popularity mikes andrew
well qualified for the Office he seeks,
aside from his nominees. We call at
tention TO his announcement elsewhere
in this issue. s &
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
DEACON DIBRS

A home talent play will be given al
Liberty Pole NJ. f. church, Saturday
Nay 8.
Cast of Characters
Deacon Dubbs, Of Sorghum Center
West Virginng Charles Reagen, Jr.
Amos Coleman, his nephew, a young
lawyer-Earl Reagen.
Rawdon Crawley, wolf in Sleeps
clothing-Troy Fish.
Mayor McNutt, auctioneer and JUS
tiee of the Peace-Herman Higgins.
Deuteronomy Jones, a country pro.
duct--Glen Henderson.
Rose Raleigh, the brave little school
ma'am-Marie Mills.
Miss Philipena Popover, with eyes
on the deacon--Laura Reagen.
Emily Dale, the richest girl in town
Grace Gander.
Trixie Coleman, full Of mischief
Helen Dewitt.
Yennie Yenson, the hired girl from
Sweden--Ruby Silbaugh.
A Rural Comedy Drama in three
acts.
Synopsis
Act i. A country auction. The dea-
con arrives from Sorghum Center
state o. West Virginny. The deacon
takes a drink OF water.
Ac. ii A country wedding. Shad-
ows Of the past The deacon takes a
prisoner.
Act III A country husking bee
Escaped from the peEitentiary. The
deacon takes a wife.
Time Of playing-Two and one
quarter hours. Admission, adults, 50c
children 25c. Proceeds Of this play
will be used for the benefit Of the
church.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
Mrs. James Smith Dead

James Smith and son Gale were adj
vised by telegram last week that Mrs.
Smith, who was visiting at the home
of her daughter, Mrs. c. A. Fritz, at
GAINESVILLE, Ohio, was critically ill, and
they immediately left for Ohio. We
understand that Mrs. Smith passed
away Wednesday evening and that
funeral and interment was held at
GAINESVILLE. The old .Viroqua friends
and neighbors viii be grieved to learn
of her passing.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
PLAYS with Templar Band

A special train left Milwaukee Sun
day, carrying Wisconsin Knights Tenn
plar to the annual Templar Conclave,
held this year at New Orleans. One
ViroQua man was on board--Neil Nell
son, who will play trombone with the
Templar band during the conclave,
It is no small honor, not to mention
the enjoyment of the trip.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
Sheriff Gorsiine ont for 4 Assembly

On another page Of TINS ISSUE, Sher-
iff Sam Gorsline makes announcement
of his determination to represent YER
non county in the Assembly, II the
voters so desire. Sam has spent prac-
tically all his life on the Ffpnklin
farm, leaving TO take up his duties as
sheriff two years ago. As TO the prin-
ciples upon which he seeks election we
refer our readers TO his announcement.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
Trnnt Fishinr Monday

Disciples of Izaak Walton are an
xionsIy awaiting the arrival Of next
Monday, when the ban is lifted on
trout fishing, and then the speckled
beauties suffer.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
Rerrind Ynnr Crlinders

The only way to stop your automo-
bile motor from pumping oil, Is to
let us regrind the cylinders. Our lat
est prices viii surprise you. 17-2
STARCH BROS, Lacrosse, Wis,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
Annual Cemetery Meeting

The annual meeting of the lot own
ers fthe Viroqua Cemetery Associa-
ton will be held in the City Hall on
Monday, Fay LIST 1922, at 5 p. m. for
the election Of trustees, hearing the
financial report of the trustees and
such other business as may be re-
quired.
H. LINDEMANN, Secretary.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
ROYAL DIGNITY e73s

Bred Shire Stallion, Royal Dignity
9736, viii be found every day at my
barn on Dach Ridge. Terms $40.
Hip SEVER TALLY, Viroqua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26

~. A. Doerr & Son shipped .
Chester White boar TO Hayward, q
boar to Cochraine and bred SOW to
Westby, the past week, the latter go
ing TO Oscar Edmunds.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
KelIicutt and Son Raise Holsteins

htIHCutE dHu sui IkdIbS HfUEStNIttS
The loneliness" of the average wo-
man about her age apparently is as
nothing compared to the wrath Of a
dairyman when he is accused Of rails
ing anything but his favorite breed of
fine stock. In commenting on, the
sale of their fine sire by Fred Kellicutt
& Son, in last weeks Censor, the edi-
torial pen slipped and had the animal
a Guernsey-and friend Harold in
forms the editor in no uncertain terms
that they are still breeding Holsteins
and furthermore have no intention Of
forsaking their favorite breed. We
apologise.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
TRY
DahI's Drug Store
FIRST
Let Us Repair Your Car

Let Us Repair Your Car
We wish to annouce to the motor
ing public that we have opened up a
garage in the rear of Scott Curtis 3
residence on Dunlap avenue where we
are well prepared to repair any make
Of car. Let us take care of your car
troubles. JOE HANSON
ANDREW HANSON.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
Old Pioneer Passes

The Censor is grieved to announce
the passing Of that grand old pioneer,
Michael Rentz Of Esofea. Funeral
was held on Tuesday, Next week we
will publish a complete sketch Of his
long and useful life.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26
STAR PROGRAM
Now playing Talmadge in
1.-THE SIGN ON THE DOOR.

Friday-"CLOTHES" Metro Pro-
duction with an all star cast It's a
big fashion show and a comedy drama
sermon against extravaganza in dress.
Extra-"BEAUTY CONTEST" real
colored laughable comedy.
Saturday and Sunday-Mary Pick
ford in THROUGH THE BACK
DOOR. A big wonderful picture
with the greatest of all Stars. Just
the picture of the kind that made her
famous. 1t radiates with gladness and
is story o I unusual strength n
good cheer. Special matinee Satur-
day at 2:30. We will also show an
Al St.John comedy with this program.
It's one of the biggest of the season.
Monday and Tuesday THE PRINCE
CHAP" with Thomas Meighan. A
Paramount picture. A William De-
Miles production. Other stars in the
picture are Kathlyn Williams and Lila
Lee and eleven others of note. Extra
Winners of the West.
Coming next ednesday-"HOPE
HAMPTON in "STAR DUST.
The following are invited guests
Messrs. and Mesdames Owen Buchan-
an, Mons Helgeson, w. N. Cofiland
Saturday or Sunday; E. II. DeGaris
jake Dach, McGregor, Monday OF
Tuesday; Ben Dickson, Elihu Denning
Ben Endicott, Wednesday or Thursday
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1922-04-26

--Inez Biddison Of Bangor has been
visiting relatives in Viroqua.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
STATE HOSPITAL
IS GUARANTEED
Extreme Prevalence Of Grip Is
Cause for Drastic. Measures
81 Cases Reported.

Watertown hospital is under
quarantine today because of the ex-
IRENE prevalence of grip or influ-
enZa among both the patients and
attendants. There were 81 cases
at the institution today. Yester-
day there were 80. About half of
those afflicted are attendants and
members of the staff
DR.. J. H. EIlingsworth announc-
ed this morning that no visitors
will be admitted to the institution
until the epidemic has been brok-
en-. Several days ago an order was
issued prohibiting all forms of mass
entertainment at the institution. in
an effort to prevent the spread of
the disease. 1t was not until today,
after finding that 10 new cases had
developed over night, that he de-
cided to restrict visitors.
None of the influenza patients are
seriously ill, according to the exec
utive. but as each one develops
symptoms of silment they are iso-
lated.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
SHRINE WILL GIVE
SPRING DRESS IN
POPULAR CONTEST

Ladies,
Here's a new spring dress. Take
it along. We don't want it any
more. If it pleases you it pleases
US. What's the charge? Nothing,
ladies, positively nothing. You
must thank us? Very well, wait
until March II, and thank US dur
ing the All Shrine circus and ba-
Ear at the Coliseum"
The quotation marks above in
dictate that the Mystic Shrine is an
nouncing something, the third an
nouncement, in the last few days,
which ought to be of great deal
of interest to the women and girls
of this community.
The new spring dress, which will
be a regular dress, by the way, will
be one of the principal prizes in
the queen contest which will be
decided the last day of the six-day
circus. April !. This contest Is to
select the most popular lady in this
community. Whoever she is, she
receives a round-trip ticket with
all expenses paid to the Pacific
coast, the guest of the Shriners
and their ladies.
The lady who ranks second will
receive a new spring suit and the
winner of the third prize gets the
new spring dress The dress will
be displayed in the window of a
Second street store soon It's a
beauty.
Announcement of the details of
the contest will be made through
the newspapers in a few days. The
Shriners have appointed John Low
eridge, well known theatre manag-
er, to have charge of the contest.
Any lady can enter and from the
advance indications there will be
scores of them in the contest.
The round-trip ticket to the Pa
cific cost and all expenses paid.
The new spring suit.
The new spring dress.
And more prizes are coming.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
Slavonic Music
Feature at Last
Orchestra Event

A Slavonic march by Tschaikow-
sky and two Slavonic dances by
Dvorak are to be among the num-
bers on the last program to be
given this year by the Tri-City
Symphony orchestra The pro-
gram will be given Sunday after
noon in Davenport and Monday
evening in the Augustana college
gymnasium. Arthur A. Petersen,
violincellist of the Augustana con-
servatory and Miss May Chambers
of Davenport, soprano, will be so
loists
The first number on the program.
the Slavonic march, is brilliant
and popular march, the main theme
of which is a Russian folk song.
Following this will be "Kol Nj
drei," by Bruch, a traditional He
brew melody. The tune can be
traced back several hundred years
to the times when the Doges ruled
in Venice. The Slavonic dances,
which will be the sixth number of
the concert, were originally pub
lished as piano duets and were
among the compositions which first
won Dvorak public recognition.
They were undoubtedly inspired by
the celebrated Hungarian dances
of Brahms.
Another feature of the last con-
cert will be the overture to Tam
hauser," by Wagner. The compo-
sition is one of Wagner's best
known orchestral compositions. 1t
was first produced by command of
the Emperor Napoleon. The
themes of the overture were taken
from the music of the opera, the
principal one being the well known
Pilgrims Chorus" This is work
ed up to a tremendous climax with
the brasses, while the violins fur
nish a striking accompaniment.
Other numbers of the program
arranged are a Southern Rhap-
sody," by Hosmer, and the famous
Bell Song" from 'LaKrue." The
latter belongs to the type of vocal
music which has been brought
back to popularity by the singing of
such artists as Tetrazzini and
Galli-Curci.
A "Nocturne" and the March of
the Dwarfs," both by Greig, are
also among the selections. The
latter is one of Greig's most char
acteristic pieces.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
CHOOSE QUINCY
MAN FOR Chief
Hermsdorfer Heads Sheet Metal
Contractors of State i Next
Meet Not Decided

A. ]. Hermsdorfer, Quincy, was
elected president of the Sheet Met
al Contractors association of 1lli-
nois at the closing session of the
state convention yesterday after
noon.
Other officers elected are:
Vice president-Joseph Pearson,
Ottawa.
Secretary-F. C. Cross, Quincy.
Treasurer-James Barrett, Alton.
To fill vacancy on board of direc-
tors-G. J. George, Springfield.
With the exception of Mr.. Bar
rett, who was reelected treasurer.
all the officers are new to their
posts. Mr.. Hermdorfer was vice
president last year.
The matter of choosing a con-
vention city for 1923 was left to the
decision of the board of directors.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
DIRECTORS REFUSE
TO REVEAL PLANS
FOR CLUB FEATURE

Directors of the Rock Island club
last night arranged dinner and en-
tertainment for members next
Thursday evening. Ebert G. Don,
was appointed chairman of the
committee in charge, and the an
nouncement was made that the din
ner will be served promptly at z
o'clock.
Beyond this, the directors simply
refuse to be Interviewed" throw
ing the cloak of mystery over what
will follow the dinner. They take
the ground that something must be
left to the fertile Imagination of
club members. Admission will be
upon presentation of membership
ticket to date.
Further than the admission that
something fine is promised the di-
rectors refrain from comment.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
COMPLETE PROGRAM
FOR TURNER EVENT

Program for the Turn day OF the
Upper Mississippi Turn Day asso-
citation Sunday under the auspices
of the Davenport Turngemeinde in
its hall will commence at 1870
O'Clock in the afternoon.
The program as it has been ar
ranged by William Reuter- and F.
P. jacob is as follows:
1:30-Ladies and actives fall in
for roll call and instructions for
the afternoon work.
1:35-Inspection and talk by the
president, Ed Dau of Northwest So
ciety.
1:45-Ladies and actives tactics
in marching and running, Dave
Henschen, leader.
2:00-Ladies and actives free ex-
ercises by William Reuter-, leader.
2:20-Ladies and actives free ex-
ercises with hand apparatus, F. P.
jacob, leader
2:40-Ladies and actives gym
nastic dancing by Leo Doering.
3:00-Apparatus work, ladies'
classes parallel bars, Leo Doering,
rings, F. P. jacob; side horse,
Robert Winter; ladders, horizontal
and oblique, William Reuter-
3:00-Apparatus work, active
classes parallel bars, Leander Klein
and Harold Kohrs; sidehorse, Dave
Henschen and Ben Berg; horizontal
bar, Harry Warnken and Robert
Heeschen; scaling wall, Harold
Pollttz; long horse, Grover Wald-
man.
4:00-Folk dancing, F. P. jacob
leader.
4:15-Games, William Reuter-.
leader.
4:45-Regular business meeting.
5:30-Lunch and refreshments.
6:0O-"Ring Around the Rosie, !"
one act comedy by the Dramatic
club OF the Davenport Turnge-
meinde.
Dancing win be the evening en-
tertainment. Jenke's orchestra will
furnish the music
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
ADMITTED
TO PROBATION
Confessed @Con, Man Gains Per.
mission to Return Home
With Parents.

William B. Elan, aged %, "con"
man, is to have another chance. In
stead of going to prison he is going
back to his home in Springfield, Mo-,
accompanied by his father and
mother, both of whom labored hard
to save him from the penitentiary
and succeeded.
Judge w. #. Church in circuit
boys petition for probation. He was
paroled to the father, Oscar Elan,
an attorney, and given special
privilege to leave the state Ordi-
narily terms of probation require
the prisoner to remain within the
Jurisdiction of local parole officers
for a year. In Elam's case, however
he is required to keep in touch with
Probation officer Charles Oswald by
monthly letters.
Elan this week was partially
tried for defrauding the Rock Is
land Savings bank out of $40 by
means of a worthless check. The
trial terminated suddenly when the
boy elected to plead guilty and put
himself at the mercy of the court
The father has been in Rock Is
land several weeks, assisting in de-
tense of the boy. The mother came
to Rock Island when it was finally
determined that he could not es-
cape prosecution. When the boy
pleaded guilty, the father an
nounced to the court that he had
been convinced of his sons limo
ceEse based on the story the lad
told him, and that it was a shock to
him to learn that William was
really guilty.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
CHARLES DIXON
KILLED IN SHOP
Son of Eldest Mrs. Albert Law.
renee, Rock Island, Meets
Death in st. Louis.

Charles H. Dixon, aged So years,
son of eldest Mrs. Albert Law
renee, Nineteenth avenue and
Thirty-ninth street, was killc1
when he was caught between a
planning machine and the machine
housing, Monday morning, in the
Jacobs Engine & Machine Shop,
st. Louis, Mo- His body was badly
mangled. Death was almost in
Simultaneous.
Mr. Dixon was employed as a
machinist in the shop. He was
working on the planning machines
when the accident occurred. Real
izing his danger he grabbed the
power switch and shut off the power
but it was too late.
Mr.. Dixon was born in Wyoming,
ILL.,, in 1886. Surviving are the
widow and daughter: his
mother. Mrs. Albert Lawrence,
a brother and four sisters,
in Rock Island. A brother in the
United States navy also survives.
The body was sent to Kewanee and
funeral services and burial were
today in Kewanee.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
REALTORS PLAN TO
HOLD BI-MONTHLY
EVENING SESSIONS

Rock Island realtors who have
been holding one noon day meeting
and one night session every month
have instructed the committee on
bylaws to bring in report recon-
mending that two meeting be held
monthly but that they be evening
meetings. This decision was made
in the interest of securing a larger
attendance.
Many Illinois and Iowa realtors
bound for San Francisco where the
national association meet will be
held will make the trip to the Col
den State on a special train over the
Rock Island Lines, leaving Rock
Island Thursday night, May %.
Stops will be made at Denver.
Glenwood Springs, Lake Tahoe and
other points of interest.
Davenport, Moline, and possibly
Rock Island will be represented on
the delegation leaving on this spe-
cial.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-10
NO PACKET TO
TRAVEL water
AT THIS POINT
Streckfus Line Preparing Steamers
for Excursion Season-KeO-
kuk Leaves March 81.

No packet lines will ply the up
per Mississippi, at least not along
the waters here this year accord
ing to information gathered from
river men.
Cargo from points along the
river in this vicinity will not be
transferred by water, the only
packet leaving here being the
Steamer Keokuk which winters in
the Nahant harbor and which will
leave March 81 for Burlington. The
Keokuk will make regular trips
between Burlington and Quincy, -
1t did last year, with Hugh Mcken-
zie of keokuk as master.
The Goltra cargo line which an
nounced last year that the foir
barges which passed through here
would travel the river this season
carrying ore, coal and other bulk
commodities from the north to St
Louis, will in all probability aban-
don its plans due to the depression
in business.
The usual excursion boats will
be on the river again. In all prob
ability the boats will begin their
trips the first week in May.
John Streckfus, owner of the
Streckfus lines and his son, Johl,
Jr., were in the tri-cities yesterday
inspecting the company's three sx-
cursion boats which are harbored
here to be put into condition for the
seasons work. Minor repairs and
other work which must be done 10
the boats before they begin travel
are being made on the steamers
Capitol, remodeled Sidney, the
Washington, and the J. S. Captain
W. A. Blair of Davenport, who has
been with the Streckfus company
for some time, will be in charge.
The steamers Majestic and G. W
Hill of the Wishard line which are
in st. Louis, probably will be
brought here soon for their regu-
lar excursion trips.