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m T. If.DEPAItTMBIIT. .Acttale* and Sotloe* uixler the atmre haa<l * livhed by the L*rtie* ot the W, C, T, V editor claims no part or credit for the The ProgreM of Civilisation , Some one baa written up a dialogue be­ tween the years as follows: 1594--What have those mm in their iiiout.im? rr-; 1894--Tobarco. We ha vespecial room# for its nee in public places. 1594--A kind of medicine? Many UB- Ing it look pale and nervous. 1894--Oh no. Instead, it is a delight­ ful poison. It kills many, injures more, but some it doesn't seem to hurt. * 1594--Probably it takes the place of the liquors we used. 1894--No; it gives an appetite for theos, 1594--Do children use it? v I 1894--Fathers are seldom willing to let children under three years use it for i themselves, although they ofren breathe the poisonous smoke from the day of <their birth. 1594--Is the smell ever offensive? 1894--Any one with good manners Ibays "I do not mind the smell," even if lt ^ickens them. !' 1594--Is it not rather dirty ? 1894--By using spittoons and being very careful the user can keep himself pretty clean, except his breath and clothes and hair. a 1594--Is it cheap? r = 1894--Oh dear, no! 1595--Do onl/rich people usfrlfct: ^ 1894--Oh, no. It is one of the luxuries ©f the rich and necessities of the poor. 'Tobacco*Bret, bread next. 1594--Of coursechristians don't useit? 1894--Well --Barn's ifbrc. Z vt- V: 0o you know that"we i»re offering some big 1>a gents' and children's Underwear and Hosiory. It our stock before buying. ins id ill pay you to Boots and »Siioc! / " V\" • ^ v v.'J' ^ Are the most important of a 11 wearing apparel this time of the year The above 'two lines form th© main part of our business. W e buy for cash and save all discounts, hence it looks reasonable that it will, be for your interest to call on us when in need ot either of the Cheaply bought, are now betng ieceived in Urge quantities bjr Just received a large invoice of warm footwear for winter, handle the Wishawaka all knit, boot at prices to Knit the: times. :; r * • / _ bar s ihnftffi Hrie we witf sell bars 12 oz. cakes good laundry soap for 25c. ('•/ X;>iv 6J|i|| 12 oz.-cakes Lenox soap for 25c. i 6 bars 16 oz. ABO soap, sr.me aB old auoty, for 250* ,, 'o* 6 bars 12 oz. cakes self washing soap for 25c. Echo Baking Powder. 1 1-4 lb can for 15c, 2 lb can Corn 8c, 3 lb can Tomatos 10. JSgTlOO lbs granulated sugar for $4 50 * Baer's C hoice" Syrup, in krgs, only $1 20; •mm 3 lb can Peaches 18c. gfo ¥Tlrl To make room for a new A< 9 B Ji IfwSi o«r fif flnnr wn will afill fcleepy Eye Flour lor f3 90 per barrel. We are giving you the best flour in the market. Noi.e of the other flours that competitors are claiming just as good can compare with Sleepy Eye, It is known the world over as the purest, best and most econ­ omical Flour to buy, Try a sack and be convinced JSLm «Pa £$ HH*, « "xlisxHrCrXIB# rcoats, ave just loaded down our counters with one of the largest *tock ot suits and overcoats that we have ever shown at one-time. Clothing has never been as cheap during our time^ in business as it is at the present time. Call on us for your clothing wants and We will make the benefit mutual. S , r ^ , • *, . i 'I' Ajfc*. • SHOESAND Mi4' 1 JlgS THE PEOPLE Wave,it? xxxx THE BABIES Cry for It. ]|p\>r Sale at W liolesal© and Retail. Shoes and rubbers form no small part of our business and now is the time to keep your feet dry to insure wood health. Bring along vour feet, call on us. we can mve yon all aivsea and tit nil at. t,h« lowest living prices, Underwear, hor^e blankets, lap robes, caps, gl^vep. flpiittens. H a v e j u s t o r d e r e d a n o t h e r c a r o f J e r s e y L i l y F l o u r , Fresh Groceries as usual' ' JOHN J. MILLER, West McHeniy. F. L. McOmber's. West MoMenry Oft the West si Profits will be only charged top^ir^ defray actual expenses. i ̂ V Largv Selection, Correct styles, and "\> - height Prices. . ,Sr New Serges, Henriettas and Flannels. 0 Caahmeress Ginghams, Calicos Capital City Flann|fe ; logs and Blankets/1^ CLOTHING I For men, boys and children's wear jnsi received in larfre quantities fp. B Ihtff ^ e'lknovru bouses of H. \V, King and • ; Kuh, Nathan and Fischer. ~ " NEW CLOAKS & JAKETS Will soon follow in large lots, all of th« ^ newest styles desixn, 01 Jos. Belfolu 4 Co.'a o.ake. Call on us for y our Fall Underwear ' iiipect our New frail I CAN SAVE YOU BIG MONEY Oil The Best Made, \ > < • & . The Ssiekubseker Spseial A NBV i)AIL* TRAIN BETWEEN ST. LOUIS, PEORIA, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Sew York and Boston. " Through, the Beautiful Mohawk Valley and down the Hudson. '/ , Lv. St. Louie, IT 00 Noon. / Lv. Peoria 12 30 p.m. Lv. Indianapolis,.... 7 00 p. m. ; Ar. Cincinnati, .10 45 p. m. At. Cleveland 2 10 a. m. tr. Buffalo 6 50 a. m. r. New York..; 6 30 p. m. Ar. Boston 9 05 p.m. Superb Equipment, Wagner Sleeping Cars and Dining Cars, VIA BIO FOUR ROUTE Lake Shore, New York Central and Boston and^Albany R.li, . M. E. INGALL8, President. : K.O, McCOHMICK D. B. MABT?N«t Passenger Traffic M'gr. Uen, I'»s. T'k't Agt OIVOIVMATI O, ^he World's Best, and at the right price. Daily capacity of mills, 1750C bbls, and the Flour used and pronounced the best all over the world, No other mill chims such an output, and who can doubt but that it is the best with such a record. v Makes more Bread, fllakes Better Bread, Makes Whiter BreaJ, Than any Flour in the world. Try a sack of either of these two brands and satisfy yourself that the above statement'is true, and it true when in need of flour you will want the best, and it you will leave your order at *he mill we will see that you get it. McHENRY ROLLER MILLS. A C R A M P O F F E R ! MME. A. RUPPERT'8 FACE BLEACH Mme. A. Rnppert ity» •*1 ; ppreciute tho fact thai Caveat?, and Trade-Marks obtained, and all Pat-' ] lent business conducted for MODERATE FEES, I OUR OFFICE IS OPPOSITE U. S. PATENT OFFICC? and we can secure j.atent in less time tliau those j remote from Washington. , Send model, drawing or photo., with descrip­ tion. We advise, if patentable or not, free of J; j i charge. Our fee not due till patent is secured. <> A PAMPHLET, "How to Obtain Patents," withij cost of same in the U. S. and foreign countries! sent free. Address, C.A.SN0W&C04 OPP. PATENT OFFICE, WASHINGTON, D. V1TAL1S lOta Day. A\a4e a Well t\&r> of A\<?. S E C UGHTNIK BURLIN MANUFACtURERi . . OF . . • IMPROVED lit _ ppreciate tho fact tbat there are many thousands of ladles In tiio United Staiea Hi at would like to try my World Renowned Face Bleacii, but huve been kert ^ from doing so on account otf firlce. which 3s ?2.<J0 per bot-le, or 3 bottles, taton to­ gether, |5.00. In order that all may have an opportunity, I willaellto every caller asam- plebottiefor 26c, and to thoso jiving outaids of city. In any •to>. vr">V * part of th0 world, I will ft Eend It safeiy packed, pi aiu W»pper, all charges prepaid,for25c,£i!veror8iamps. In every caseof freckles, piniplfia, moths, aallovf*. Bess, blackheads, acne, eczema. o'.Hness or rou/ti- ness, or aay discoloration or disease of the skin, ana wrinkies (not caused by facial expression) 1'a.co Bleach removes absoiutely. Xtaoja not cover up, B8cosmetics do. hut Is a cwe. BMinications or call on MME. A. MlJFrBK.Tv Ke. 6 Bast 14th Street, Stw Ti ork City. All my preparations, samplps, bot tles. &o., Can be JtfidL at regular prices iroiu my local u.^cctt Mrs.8. A. RCBBINS, McHenry, 111. AJ3ULTEKATEI> WINB Is faijurious, but nothing gives strength, and tones up the stomach like a pure old pari wiue. " fioyiu Kuby Foil," tsu callcu for its royal taste and ruby color, is on account of its purity, age and strength, particularly adapted for invalids, conval­ escents and the aged. Sold only in iottles (never fa bulk) while cheap wine is sold by the gallon and gives a larger profit to toe seller but less to "the user. This wine is absolutely pure, and has the age without which no wine is fit to use. Be sure you get "Royal Ruby"; quart bottles $1, pints 60 cts. Sold by V G. W. BEBLEY. ELECTRIC TELEPHONE Bold outright. 110 rent, no royalty. Adapted to City, VUIIM:C or Country. TSV^UED in every home, shop, store and office. Greutewt conven­ ience aad best *eHer on earth. AffentK laaki- from $5 to $50 per day. One in a r«ume?»<:e m^uua u wale to all tho neighbor*. Fine instruments, no tojH, work^ waywiieret any distance. Completo, ready for tHW-whon shirred. Con be put up by any one, never out of order, no repairing, lasts iv lifo time. Wnrrniiled. A money maker Write W. P. Harrison & Co.. Clerk 10, Columbus, 0. A VIN G S. .B mipi.™ S received and loaned on carefully ref­ lected real est«te wcnritie® find tiid inter eat collfctodT / "V A V O u:d remitted without i-'i O. oharge. L>oane made on titan and u raii 1st Day. VITALIS THE GREAT SOthDay. FRENCH REMEDY 3othT>ay. Produces tlit> Almvc- ItcsultK sis 30 Days. It acta powerfully and quickly. Cures when all others tail. Youii;.; men vnll regain their lost manhood, and old men will recover their youthful vigor by using VITALIS. It quickly and surely re stores Nervousness, Lost Vitality, Impotency, Nightly Emissions, Lost Power, Failing Mem­ ory, Wasting Diseases, and all effects of self abuse or excess and indiscretion. Wards off insanity and consumption, insist on having VITALIS, no other. Can be carried in vest pocket. By mail. $1.00 per package, or six for §5.00, with a positive written guarantee to core Or refund the money. Circular free. Address CALUMET HKJ1KOV COMl'ANi, Chicago, 111. For sale at Story'e Drugstore, McHenryl R-1P-ANS TABULES REGULATE THE STOMACH, LIVER AND BOWELS AND PURIFY THE BLOOD. RIPAXS TABl'LIX arc the bent Modi- elne known for I»dlf(«il.a, BlllotiiineM, Headache, Constipation, ItyfpcpHta, Chronie Liver Trouble*, I>Izzlnen«, Hud Complexion, Sr>'l!t-llkry, wuciivUv . niii, ttliil lilt die* j orders of tho Htomnch, Liver ai:d Dowel*. J Kii>ans Tahules contain notUlupr injurious to the mobt delicate eoii;:titutiim. y\ro uleawmt to take, safe, eii'cvtual, and five isniuediitte rolief. I'rice--Box • 6 vial s), 75 ecnts ; J'ackaije (1 boxt'A $2. May bo ordered through nearest druggist, orbymaJj. Samjile free by mail. Address THE RIPANS CHEMICAL CO., J JO 8PRCUE STREET. NEW "SOliK CITY. • • .AND • *v. ' OEALERSillM GOPPEft WRITE PRICES ) CATALOGUE e A superb mammoth tlntograph In 12 colors by the distinguished artist, Maud Humphrey. It is a feet long and 14 Inches wide and" will be sent free if yon tell your friends. It 18 called "OUT VISITING," ana shows a beautiful, dimpled darling clad in a warm, rich, fur-lined cloak, basket and umbrella in band; she pulls the snow covered latch, while her Kolden hair shim­ mers In the sunshine, her cheeks blush with health and vi«or and her roguish eyes sparkle merrily. Sure to delight you. A copy will be sent tree, postpaid, If you promise to tell your friend* and send 14 eeutg in stamps or silver for a three mouths' trial subscription tt> THE WHOLE FAMILY, an Illustrated monthly magazine with StarlM, anecdotes, fashions and all articles of Interest by best authors and cash question contests monthly. -SWELL PUB. CO* 196 Summer SU Boston. Mam. PURE RYE Shipped pure and unadulter­ ated direct from the distillery. Pronounced a pure and whole some tonic-stimulant by the medical fraternity everywhere Gives life, strength and happi ness to the weak, sick, aged and infirm. If you cannot procure It of your druggist OK liquor dealers, upon receipt of |L60 we will express prepaid to any address a full quast sample bottle of Old Elk Rye or Bourbon. STOLL, VANIMTTA1 CO., DISTILLER^ Lexington, Ky. The Best Looking, • The Most Convenient, The Best Baker, and Tne Best Heater, For the Least Money JRemt mber this and call and see what I have. A writ ee with every stove.- F . L . M c O M B E R . Dealer in General Hardware, West McHenry, III. find Rubber Gdodg* New Carpets, Oil GMg| lall f all Fajer. Fall stylesflats SCaps. sSfeJM; j. -"4 Trunks, Valise?, Satchels* t3gT"Beloit Overalls, Shirts, Jackets, Coats and Pants, all warrant , A gentei lier© lor the famous M aj flower Te^ CHOICE GROCERIES, . ' Arbuckle's Ariosa and Jara Colter. > i»ILLSBURY and FA^CYFLOUH, y.f^i • i stock of Fargo's and Douglas' custom shoes ' | For ITall and Winter goods of any kind call on, Yoara truly, • 1 SlUfON NTOFii^EU ; 0 the best and most libeial companies forms no small part of our business, and will be continued at the old stand on same business principles, by Yours truly JXJLI^ A. STORY, DEALKE IN tSc Madicinea. A VQU. LIKH O*--• - - Drap, ieicals, Dye Stsfls, Paints, % Oils and Colors constantly on hctnd* Al*o a full line of PATENT MEDICINES, TOILET AND A OOMPLBTB STOCK QFIF Stationerr & DrnggiBto' Sundries. PHYSICIANS' PBESC&IPTIONS 4V carefully compounded by a Registered Fhaimarlat, Your Fatn^age Is respectfully solicited. mm -- •JULIA A. STORY. One Door Werf of RixtrtUfa Boute, Mc Nenry, JIL .lij.-'.v.-'fci'Ti '• Mi* SM G. R. HUBER A1 the Bakery, micKenry I JACOB BONSLETT, DEAI.EE IN ff VOU WANT INFORMATION, ABOUT -- ] e t t p r o r p o s t a l c a r d t o THE PBEM CXAIHS COMPAITT. '^"1 ̂'EDDERBUH'N, . . Managing Attorney, P.O. Box 46a. WASHINGTON,P. g mraiONS PBOCUBED FOR 80LDIERS, WIDOWS. CHILDREN, PHI8ENTS. Also, for Soldiers and Sailors disabled in tho line of outy m the rr«nlar Army or Kavy wince tho war. Survivors of th« Indian wars of 1«52 to 1842, and their widows, now entitled. Old unrt rejected claims a specialty. Thousands entitled to bister rates. ' LOPPOSITE BISHOP'S MILL j McHEVRY, ILL. STOVES, TINWARE, DAIRY SUPPLIES, |TC. NO I YOU ARE WRONG1 This man is not complaining that ha hasA CORN on his toe, bulls shouting OVER 1,000,000 ACOHK ST 111 USE AND FOR SALE BY We have the largest stock of 8tovein McHenry county, amon which are the W orid's Beet , Acorn Stoves. • If you want a Cook or Heattfi Stove, either Coal or Wood, be sure and see us before you buy Table and Pocket Cutlery, Of tbe beet makes, and warranted In febort. In our store can be found an; article usually kept In a ftrsl c'ass Hard ware store, and we will always make' our prices right. Call and see us when Jo want of ̂ thing lo ^ jiid Vtef&tftftfe'1'*' Promptly Attended to; JACOB BONSLETi' r J Washburn Having secured the Agency of WASHBURN GOLI)«^ MEDAL**- +****' FLOIJR. The Best in the. Wor d. IH now prepared to furnish customers the same, either by the sack "0 or barrel, at Low Prices, an(|guarantee satisfaction There is no. better flotlr offered to the buying ^ublic. a tfial of ., which will convince the most skeptical. Call and get a sack and be onviaced that what we say is true. . V ^ , i Also, a full line ot Fresh Family Groceries and Bakery Supplies always on hand. * 3; •; • .|l. 1L HUBEB.^ McHenry, 111., 1894. ^ Ivl JUSTEN BROS DEALERS IN . h > J- ,"V- -i. v-^11 ®INBS OF ALL KINDS, 'i 4 3 .With two stores, one on the West side and one ob fne side, (McHenry), they present to the buying public A Larger Stook oi all kinds of TE^rJR N ITUJEtrfA Than ever before, which we are oflering at greatly Bedneed Prices. Now to tlie time to Buy, t^.We also keep in ftock a full Hoe of s'amples of CARPETS, trift sjive yoh anything from the cheapest to the finest Brussels at lower prices tbap any other house In the county. . TRUNKS AT COST. if 'C.' We ha^e taken great pains in selecting our rV/ * U N D E R T A K I N G - : - S U P P L I E S T , Coffins. Caskets and Trimmings ot the latest designs. Everything new and elegant. We keep nothing but the best. Do not fall to call and see us when in want of anything in our line. SPLENDID ilEAR&E ID connection, will te furnished ai Rffeson&ble Rates. \ v • • } • } • * ' McHenryi l|L JUSTEN -Ui -v'.