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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 27, 1893. •PATBOWS. FO THE PLIA TWT>F A T?15B Foro* ot cireumetancee have compelled is to assume control of the Plaindealer fbie week, and we are therefore getting er %at a paper under many difficulties, hav­ ing been away from home for six weeks, gin4 not having kept posted on the hap- fpeninga in and about onr village. There­ fore, if any items of interest are over­ looked we hope itot to be scored too JmuiK We hope and believe that in the ^course of another week matters will be arranged in some definite manner. Un- P then we ask the forbearance of the leaders, and we will do the best we can #ider the circumstances. 'Until further notice all communica­ tions and advertising intended for the |»per should be addressed to Jay Van >, to insure publication. Jay Van Slykk. letter of regrets from Governor Altgeld was read at the corner-stone lay­ ing at the university, Wednesday, saying that official business made it impossible tor him to attend. He was in Chicago legging an endorsement ot his anarchist fjarday message through the convention fit the American Federation of. labor.-- Champaign Gazette. ' ° IS* In the Gravesend Sunday School, •Sliver which "Boss" McKane presides, a Hw Sundays ago his assistant prayed z&at the Lord might be with "our super­ intendent in all his goings and comings," find that he might be made to realize at fill times that the Lord was one who fteticketh closer than a brother." The Jfiseistant should have realized that the jfcord sticketh not to one who sticketh fraudulent names on an election list. hi J; 19* While four men were working in J|ne of the chambers of a mine at Wilkes- l»arre, Pa., Saturday; a pet rat ran to Ifaem; nibbled at their boots, aad then pipped down the gangway. Two of the ihen finally followed the little e^iwnal to *ftee why it acted so. Hardly had they left the chamber when a portion of the . jpoof fell, killing one ot the miners who re­ mained and fatally wounding the other. The men who escaped are firmly con­ vinced that the rat knew that danger threatened and Warned them.--Ex. • l®~The Waukegan Gazette, edited by lator Coon, has the following: "The Bnatorial apportionment that was last winter in an illegal manner, id that besides is unconstitutional in ' Jjtself, has been the subject of careful ' thought and investigation byBepubli- ,|ans all over the state. The question frill be passed upon by the state central Committee at its meeting in Chicago in February, and it is probable that the . ^Republicans will test the constitutional­ ity of the bill in the courts, and that at % -^8 early a day as possible. High legal t Authorities in the state express the opin- > • ion confidently that the bill will be set .1 luride." 1®^News of the shutting down of fac­ tories and of others going on with " ^reduced pay, on account of the Wilson -Jrill, still continues. Nobody believes the Wilson bill will pass in its present shape, ?t>ut there lies the difficulty. Nobody ; 'knows what shape the tariff Kill be in . find manufacturers will not take therisk. • tThey dare not manufacture goods for ' future use on such uncertainty. Until >|;he question is settled one way or Another, there is likely to be more news <;r|Spf this character; and back of every item *ybft!iat sort lies news of suffering and ^deprivation to families dependent on .'•.f^these factories for work and support. *The chapter of the ills arising from the r-friistake of the people in the presidential - flection is growing to be a long and %looi$y one. &• THE CHICAGO ELECTION. The Chicago mayorafity election re- ^snlted in a plurality for Hopkins, the ^Democratic candidate, amounting to !f|L,141 in a total vote aggregating nearly g|230,000, the poll being the largest ever Jknown in the history of Chicago, with 'Ifjthe exception of the last presidential ^election. --W |g While Hopkins waaelected, and the Democrats will occupy the municipal . offices for the next sixteen months, the .-•rtfi result was still a substantial victory for \'1 ""e "3P°blicans as they faced at the be- v ^ginning of the campaign an adverse .[majority of over 85,000, that being the , ^extent of Cleveland's ^plurality a year The totals are. Hopkins, 119,059; \j'j."$Jwift, 111,918. At the presidential , reflection of 1892 Cleveland received , to 100,849 for Harrison. j Illinois has once more taken her |place ^n the Republican column. £ \ It was stated, some time ago, that Gov, McKinley had been invited to make a political speech at Birmingham Ala Something interfered and the speech has not yet been made, but it would certainly be a good time to make it, when the im~ prmmiwil ot" a new and-vital issue updni the sou^h would have good effect. Some years ago. Mr. McKinley spoke at Atlanta, Ua., and had a pleasant recep-] tion. The press of Atlanta acknowledged the truth of what he said in relation to the tariff question. The Atlanta Consti­ tution spoke highly of the speech and speaker, admitted that it was a vital question in Georgia, and that their in­ terests were bound up in a protective; policy. But, it said, the negro question was of first importance to the south, and the fear of negro domination casts all other issues in the shade. There fe no doubt whatever that the solid south can be divided on.the tariff; issue and a strong Republican party built up there. What is needed is a wise policy of party management and educa­ tion by Republican speakers. The solid south is kept so by one fear. Be it afalsei fear or not, be it founded in injustice or not, it is there, and the fact might as well be recognized. Until thatfear is dis­ pelled it will remain solid. The Republi­ can party alone can break the supersti- tion. The Republican victory of 1888 i found the south on the point of break- i ing. The overwhelming dominance of; one party is Unnatural. It gives no op­ portunity for individual ambition. The organization drifts into the hands of a ring, who divide all Kthe honors. This! condition was causing all through thei south numerous independent movements that only needed to be crystalized to make a strong Republican party on the tariff basis. Just as there seemed hope this the so-called federal election bill was introduced and it was attempted to make of it a party measure The south became solid again in an instant. The bill failed to become a law, but the mis­ chief was done so far as it had any polit­ ical effect. In the last campaign the cry of "the force bill" extinguished all hope of any electoral votes from the south for the Republican party, and its reflex action no doubt contributed somewhat to defeat in the north. The south is again reacjy for mission­ aries. Their industries feel the force of the blow of the Wilson bill as do the in­ dustries of the north and east. The sugar planters of Louisiana, the iron workers of Alabama and the miners of West Virginia are up in arms, as well a» the infant cotton mills of Georgia; There is a strong protectionist senti­ ment that \ieeds but to be organized. The tear of the force bill removed and the issue made squarely on the indus­ trial question would bring a Republican organization to life. These are the times to make Republican speeches in the south. The people of that section are ready to hear them, and it is to be hoped that Gov. McKinley and other speakers may make the canvass. Not in the heat: of political campaigns, but in the calm days between, the people do tbeir thinks ing. They are doing much ©f it them times. There is a higher object than tnere par­ tisan advantage in building up a Repub­ lican party in the south. Sectional feel' ing is always a'raenace to good govern­ ment. Principles should never be divided by lines of latitude or longitude. Their adherents should be found evenly distributed. Again, two strong rival political organizations would break the color line and secure to the negro his full rights as a citizen. When either white or black divide, the division of the other is assured. At present it is race against race. Hie white combines to keep the negro down and the negro for protection. If the ignorant colored vote was divided it would become a mi­ nority in either party and cease to be­ come a menace or a danger, and the negro could vote and have bis vote counted. Parties would be divided on national issues and not on sectional or color lines. That would be the best re­ sult of the tariff issue if it should be made the hammer to breeds the solid south. The south would prosper as never before if two strong parties con­ tended, each striving to do most for the section. It is to be hoped that such an effort will be made in the near future. It is to be hoped that Gov. McKinley will «peak at Birmingham and that other advo­ cates of protection may follow him. Whether it would gain any electoral votes or not to-day it would sometime, and the solid south would crumble, at.;! with it disappear the injustices inherent in such condition. Such a result is worthy the attention of statesmen as well as politicians. msm [v v . Sifts for Young, MidJle-aged and 0W. ?. .v- s Gifts, ill large and well selected variety. The continued de •times caused us to purchase a large line of common sense tiOHOfty 'goods, which prove of practical wor$h a* well as new ill design, Call on us for the newest ideas in • ^ i WE THANK YOTT • II '.<̂ 1A..:.,; A -M-M ***>. M «. rn. - - •*»•• r-m. M AJ or your past Worfc and Toilet Boxes, „ ^ : - .v* '&» , - V $ ' - ̂ -i. ' ' .. " '-.^"'5' . A N D . . . i* We can serve you we % & gsjl, . ..*m:{sm Bingwrood, .. f*' A4 Stationery boxes, Jewelro cases ̂I j Ouff ana collar boxes, Mirrors, f i and Mufflers. Music Bolls, r i*. c ^ Housekeepers' Linens. Fancy imported towele, Fcarfs, napkins, table eovcri^ - & ' jDwssers and stand coven. Choice Crockery, Lamps and Glassware. ; / r J VlPatent decorated hanging, stand, hall and night lamps, ^•i | llEngraved glassware, decorated tea and dinner sets. ' Still;: band ware, chamber sets, children's toy sets, V|| s||Fancy plates, cups and saucers, cuspidores, engraved'gobleto* iffTumblers, ^iets^tclien «nd p!«% x > ^ *% ^ ? ' ' S"3 ' I1® -From' i5 to 20 cent cash discount very large and complete stoek of Ladies' Misses' and Children's I CLOAKS AND JACKETS, In colors and blacka. All sizes and the most perfect fitting cut from vW newest patterns. t^WNow is your opportunity to buy Cloaks and - Jackets very cheap, as we are bound to close out th^ stpek. V- '/*-£- -• s' "" 1 DR. FRUTHI Great Reduction in Prices. IN i ;4>$$ Agricultural _ . !' W„. \ J* j Implements OF ALL'KlKOSt I have no Children's HolidaJ Goods, bnt if you want a FIRST GLASS PUMP, A FINK OUfTflt Or SUIOh : " . Wdk IK •;V s i Now ia the time id call and seo me, as I can give you bottom prices on anything in the Agri­ cultural line* , M. BACON, u Horse and Mule Jewelry, -Sf We are having a big run on Wiose leavy ehrunir flannels skirts, misses School dresses and men's shirts. None T will wear better. Gome in and see them. - -' Perby & Owen , "2f A beautiful story is a lovely large book !%>nnd in leather, only $2. ,. jBtory's. Call and examine. Do not forget if you want a first <dass Auctioneer, to call on F, K. Granger McHenry. Or if more convenieat̂ we fix dates for you at this office. If you can affort to be annoyed by sick headache and constipation don't use De Witt's Little Early Risers for these little pills will cure them. Julia A. Btoiy. All the talk in the world will not con­ vince you so quickly as one trial of De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve for scaJds, burns, bruises, skin affections and piles. Julia A. Story, We could not improve the quality if paid double the price. DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve is the best salve that exper­ ience can produce or that money buy. Julia A. Story. Take advantage of low prices and buy your Harness, Blankets and Whips now. Blanket your horse asd save oats. A Tsry line lot of Re bee Just received. cut CARLSON. MeHeagy, 111., 1803. NOTICE TO THE TRADE. On January 1,1894 our business will be changed to exclusive spot cash, and after that date not a dime will be sold on credit. Everybody will be treated just alike, rich or poor, and you may also from that time on supply, yourself with such merchandise as needed at prices which will make it an object for the cash buyer to trade here. Tours Respectfully, • John EVAKSON & C©*:$ "*T? ILL 13 IS"""" Pur large stock of Men's, Youth's and Boys' Medium and Heavy AT WOODST € CK| frlday|4|«n. 19/ 1004. - Oflto Hours from 9 a. m. to 5 p.m. s ; - A T H O T B L W O O D S T O C ^ Will be at once offered at prices that will move the whole stock from ^ store to the back of satisfied jpatrons. Come early as we mean busi- ^ aes£fi hqyr Pricey. * i, Flannels, Skirts, Tarns, * Press Goods and Trimmings, r Hosiery and Mittens. in a Full Line of ** v-c-"-i Badger State warranted HUGE COATS, Overalls Jjgf~We are sole agents here for the famous W. L. Douglafc fully warranted shoes for men and women. All sizes, best styles. Cork S o l e S h o e f ^ - ^ n Patterns, Window Shades, Curtains. r „ Pants, Shirts and Jackets. Large stock, all sizes, correct styles, prices right. JIave sold them ten years. : P&EVENT SICKNESS by btiying the custom made C. Hf. Faigv xi & Co. Booes and Shoes. They are all warranted and the best in the __ _ _ _ _ B market. We are headquarteesior the fajoaous line of Kubbfei: D7S« •' Da Oe-' FtlU I Hj manufactured by L. Candee. 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DB, FBUTU haa attained the moat wonder­ ful success in the treatment of caaea to which be tie votes ap««ial attention, and after -years of experience, f as perfected the moat infalis ble metbed of ourlnf Organie Weaknesa, Ner­ vosa Debility, PreSftatore Deeitaeof the Man. if Power, Involuntary Vital Loaaea, Impair­ ed Memory. Mental Anxiety, Abaeneeof Will Power, Melancholy, Weak Baok and kiAsay •(Tactions if consulted before Idiooy, Inaanlty railing Flta or Total imnoi#ncy reault from YOUTIirU L BRBOBS, theavfful effect whloh blight the moat radiant hopes, aotttiug patt­ en t for buaiaea-, etudy, aooleiyor marriage, a n sweeping te an an timely grave thousand a of yonng men cf ex«lt*d talent andbrMlUantlntelleot. PILBSCUKBDwlMi. ontpain,knlfeentery. EPH.Bi'KYpoaitive- ly enred by oar new aud never tailing hospl tal treatment. P&BB RXAMlNATIoKS of the unne, ehett ioal *nd microscopical, in all oaaea of Kidney Diseases, Btighi'a Diseaae, Diabetes and Sperraatovrhm Bring apeei- *t?OKD*a»,UL CUB1CS per-- "ted In all caeea that have been aegleete<> or unsklil- •ully treated. Mo experiments failures We undertake no incurable o»»c-, bat enre thousands given up tn die Bem« raber the date and eome early as his rcoma & always oaowded Oaaee and ornrespondence esnfldTtial, and treatmentaent by expre»a with f«;i direet. ions tor nee, but personal consult-;.uon pre- fftrrfi-4 DR. D. O. FRUTK. 36SS Lake Avenuet'Ohloaio. Horse Blankets, Robes, Whips, &c. Groceries, Provisions, Flour Only pure Teas; Coffees and Spices kept in stock* JtmmmmmmJkMrnmmmmJbk V • ' r - 'Ok „ tit" Insurance is Very Important. the following spund and hongmbte cttqpa&ieg^ . 5 . Liberal Policies, Low Rates. " ^ . Phenix of Brooklyn.. . ^v> s National of Martlb^,^ Rockford of Rockfort^. , ^ German of Freeport. m My: yi */«. 'W.Z"r: Mr , ir*-v , » . . 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