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t mMi miPHONl EXCHANGES. Bell Tele •> The following are the names and numMers of the patrons of the McHenry and West > McHenry exchanges of the Chicago Telephone •J1 . Oo. Residences only are specified. All Ottawa are business houses. SIMON STOFFEL, Manager. Auringer Dr. A. E. r333 Niesen M M r - - - -- 388 Owen L H r 221 Owen O W r % 381 Owen O N r 314 Owen & Chapell 858 O'Neill Kev. PM T 2411'ageO L r 863 Plaindealcr 282 Ilosedale 884 Ross I)rFC 8 0 2 R o s s D r F C r 2 5 4 K u p p A O r 348 Sommers Geo r 381 Spurling Dr A C • r 372 StofTel Sr 304 Stoffel S postofllce 5 Stoffel Simon •J232 Barb! sin Bros "353 Barbian N E r 2 Boley G F 301 Bos well HO Brand John F Bach J J \ 1 Burke Thai Besley. U. W. 1 Chapell S S r Dermont Mrs S 1 Engeln Anton Engeln M 1 Enpeln M T Fegers Dr C H Frett Bros A Witt ii Gilbert Bros 3 Gilbert Bros toil sta273 Story J 1 r #93 Hazel E. J. r '-£@43 llsttiiy Geo A r •.?pV3 Hertz II L r '•"E03 Holtz & Stilling "few Howe A L r 352 Howell M A r •813 .Justen J acob r 844 Justen N J 233 La mphere C. "E. l 312 Lamphere Ray r, 351 Lorimer Wm r 282 Story Julia A r ory Stafford R W 831 .Village of McHenry pumping station 861 Village of McHenry president's res 834 Village of McHenry public school 90S Wattles F II 311 Wells Dr D G 7 Western U Tel Go 3*4 McHenry Cre'm'ry 371 Wightman Harry Company. 214 Wightman Harry r 884 McHenry Journal 222 Wheeler E S r 361 McOmber F L 242 Whiting W E r TOUi STATIONS. 2 rings. Pistakee Bay. Ben Stilling 3 rings. Johnsburg. John F Lay 4 rings, Solon. W H Davis, 10c toll Slings, Spring Grove, A Neish, 10c toll Citizens'Telephone. The following are the names and numbers of the patrons of the McHenry and. West Mc­ Henry exchanges of the Citizens' 'Telephone Co. Residences only are specified. All others are business houses. F. E. BELL, Manager. 13 Aurlnger Dr A E 16 McOmber F L 13 Auringer Dr. A E r 21 Meyer Geo r 23 Adams. C M. .Tohns-23 Mert es Joseph, Pis- burg, toll station takee Bay 100 Bell F E, Central 23 Mineral Spring, Pls- 30 Buch J J takee Bay 3> Bacon Wm r 42 McHenry Laundry 3!) Boley G F 43 Magueson G L Rose- 45 Barbian Bros dale 4 Cristy WAr 10 Miller John 32 Cristy W A 83 Nell.George, Johns- 15 Chapell SSr burg * . 55 Clemens HE 24 Owen & Chapell 55 Clemens J C 24 Perry & Owen 49 City School 37 Pumping Station 3tt Dermont Mrs Sarah38 Post office. McHenry 40 Depot CNWRy Co36 Park Hotel, W Me- Henry 1 Plaindealer 41 Summer George 50 Spurting Dr A C 28 Simes Henry 47 Schiessle Robt 14 Story Miss Julia A 34 Smith H C 27 Schneider Joe 23 Simes, Dighton sta­ tion 2 Wells Dr D 23 Heman Joe, Johns- 2 Wells Dr D r burg 56LWhting Will 19 Hazel E J 7 Wilbur Lumber Co. 48HetzelJ 9 Wightman Harry 35 Justen Nick 30 Walsh M J 44 Justen Jake 17 Wattles Frank 43 Jensen H N 23 Dighton Station 6 Evanson W C 8 Evanson John r 11 Fegers Dr C H 11 Fegers Dr C H r 23 Erickson H 18 Friedly A C 33 Granger F K r 12 Granger Chas 22 lleimer .Toe 31 Heimer John 3 Holtz & Stilling Co. Phone No. 9. Long Dist. Phone No. 342. GEO. SOriMERS Plumbing Gas Fitting and Sewerage Also Agent for Eagle Acetylene Gas flachine Gas Fittings, Gas Fixtures and Carbide * for All kinds Brass Valves and Iron Pipe always on hand. WEST M'HENRY, ILLINOIS Musical Instru­ ments And everything that pertains to flusic. MILO HOWE, - West McHenry, 111. A complete line of Watches and BERMUDA BY MARTIN A. HOWKLL >rc*. .'O u. iK*.« - .-v, •' • - - • ": iv-': Jewelry m Also a new stock of Brooches and "» Belt Buckles Watch repairing. Sewing machine Oi and Needles. Come In and see the com- plete watch I offer for $10.00. Guaranteed for 20 years / WfiL SCHNEIDER, » McHenry, 111 Lying far out in the Atlantic ocean, 600 miles due east of the boundary line between Georgia and South Carolina, is a group of coral islands belonging to Great Britain, and called the Bermudas, and reached by a line of steamers sail­ ing from New York, called the "Halifax & Bermuda Steamship Co." The dis­ tance from New York is about 700 miles due south-east. The Bermudas lie on the east side of the great Gulf Stream, which from east to west in that longitude is about 100 miles in width, spreading as it flows north ; but by the steamer's course south- east, the distance diagonally is some 150 miles. , * The islands are the great British nav­ al station of the North Atlantic, and here can be seen the largest floating dry docks for men o' war in the world, while a still greater one is being con­ structed, to keep pace with the increas­ ing demand for the larger modern bat­ tleships, demanded by England in main­ taining her supremacy on the seas. Here also are extensive barracks where one or more regiments are installed as in all British colonies, ready to be called to service wherever required. And here in the spacious harbors of the islands can be seen a number of the English war vessels, "lying around loose," at anchor, awaiting a call to other parts t>f the globe. For many years past England has spent millions of pounds sterling in la­ bor and material, in making of these islands great fortresses, in order to pro­ tect this all important naval and coaling station for her fleets in the North At­ lantic. She has employed her convict labor in cutting roads through the soft coral rock, in leveling the interstices and walling the sides of such roads as are not protected by natural walls of excavations, until these islands can well boast, without fear of dispute, that no system of roads or drives in the world can claim "honorable mention" in any comparison of beauty or perfection. As level as a floor, white as marble, free from even any suspicion of mud, eas­ ily washed by the numerous showers, they are at once the charming feature of the islands. On any agreeable day a continual succession of Victorias, don­ key carts and other appointments of gay and festive turnouts are met passing and repassing, all bent on the one great desire of drinking in the charming feat­ ures of these semi tropical resorts; for the thermometer never falls below forty- eight degrees Farenheit, nor above eighty-five, winter or summer. Such is the controlling influence of the warm waters of the gulf stream upon the chil­ ly blasts which leave the coast of the United States in winter and traverse from 100 to 125 miles of the overlying humid atmosphere of the stream, which clips down a zero atmosphere to a cool breeze of sixty degrees or a zephyr of seventy. No frosts are known here. No malaria is found in the pure carbon­ ate of lime of which the coral islands are formed. No stagnant marshes. No secretions of mud or decayed vegetation are found, and through the indigenous growth of cedars which cover the hills to their summits, and the soft balsam- ous odor of the trees which is wafted throughout the hills and undulations, one can only think of the purity of an atmosphere so enjoyable, so healthful, so invigorating, as one reads of, or re­ members the filth of Chicago, the zephyrs of a Bridgeport, the fumes of the rendering vats and stock yards, mingled with the overhanging pall of smoke which greets the eye and perme­ ates the nostrils of man and beast of the western metropolis. When on "steamer day" one steams up to the docks at Hamilton, the capital city of Bermuda, a sight is in store for him. A motley crowd has assembled to greet the incoming crowd from New York, and to call your attention to the best hotel on the island. Here are ne­ groes largely of Jamaica Bermudians of various brunette shades, and crowds of ladies and gentlemen from the various hotels, attired in the latest fads in dress, from New York and other cities of the States, not forgetting Chicago, Minne­ apolis and the other cities of the west, who, like the writer, went there to es­ cape the grip and the rigors of the se­ vere and exhausting climate of our northern winters. The hotels in Hamilton are numerous. The Hamilton and Princess are fine specimens and command fine views. The table and accommodations are good, but the price is better; in fact the only thing they have that is really first-class in Bermuda is the price, and that is epi­ demic. They've all got it and got it bad. It s a burning shame that with the gov­ ernment's gift to the people of such in­ conceivably charming drives, these sor­ did, selfish sharks should disgust so many of these seekers for genial climes, who spend millions as it is, and would increase tenfold year by year, were it not that on their return to the states they advise their friends to keep away, unless they have money to burn, and go to the continent of Europe for less money. It is a system of "hold-up men." Now you've the chance, skin him! Our season is short and these Americans are all rich! This is what is limiting the travel and, the stay upon the islands. The productions of Bermuda are po­ tatoes and onions. Easter lillies are grown in large quantities by field cul­ ture f<?r New York markets. You may expect to feast on early Bermuda pota- tatoes. Nix! these are worth $5.00 a barrel in New York. So New York swipes the product, and Nova Scotia potatoes bought at Halifax for 25 cents a bushel arcs fed to tourists. Eggs are worth 50 to 75 cents a dozen. Meat, all from the states, 30 to 40 cents a pound. Chickens are difficult to bring to ma­ turity. No fault with the climate nor the feed. Too many niggers. A nigger Will reach higher for a chicken than he will for kingdo^n come; and here is where the milk lies iiHhis cocoanut. A few small bananas are raised on the islands--no oranges, no- tropical fruit; but an English line of steamers run from Halifax to Bermuda and Jamaica, from which latter place are brought large quantities of Jamaica oranges, bananas, cocoanuts, cigars, etc.; but if oranges cost not more than one dollar a barrel in Jamaica, they ask three cents each, and no comparison to our California or Florida fruit which can be bought in Chicago at 25 cents a dozen. Bananas, three to six cents a pound. The stores in Hamilton contain sOine fine stocks of goods of the latest styles of English production, generally a year ahead of us. Fine English tweeds at moderate prices, and dress fabrics and trimmings of the newest style. One should never buy English or ster­ ling money before leaving New York. The enormous trade with the States has made the greenback a favorite among the merchants, and a premium of ten to 20 cents in each pound ($5.00) is allowed to purchasers. There are fine tailors in Hamilton, and in conversation with a prominent tailor I learned that all the best tailors learned their trades in New York at the swell shops of Fifth avenue and the like. They carry all the latest fashion plates of New York and Washington and are quite up to date. Bermuda, like all the English colonies, shows in a marked degree the discipline of that country. Here, with a black population far outnumbering the whites, one is surprised at the perfect training and discipline of the negro population. Education is universal and compulsory Politeness takes the place of rudeness, as found in colonies of many nations. No drunkenness is seen, save occasion­ ally a group of soldiers (off duty) with a moderate jag on. Sunday, as in London, finds every store closed, no traffic what­ ever allowed. The mails arriving on Sunday morning are deposited at the postoffice and not touched until Monday. And but a short time ago no drug store could sell anything but medicine, not even a cigar.x Your supplies should be secured Saturday evening. By the way, a good cigar can be bought in Hamilton--Jamaica cigars entirely-- very mild. For $3.80 a hundred you can get a very nice smoke. The English government sends cable­ grams to all its colonies, containing the latest news from the seat of war, etc., twice daily. The offices of the two weeklies issue bulletins morning and evening, while the steamers, Orinoco, a three-day boat, and the Trinidad, a two- day boat, come in every four or five days with the New York, Boston and Phila­ delphia papers to date of sailing. Once or twice a year is the derby or race day. So few and limited are the amusements of the islands that every store closes up to attend the races, whidh simulate the mother country. There are no sandbaggers, porch climbers Or thieves (except chicken) there. They can't get away for there's no empty or loaded freight cars to jump onto to carry you over the line of your state. If they want you for scrapping or swiping some other man's property, they just say "this way boss," and this way you bend your course until the ac­ count with Her Majesty's government is squared up. Thieving is a poor em­ ployment in Bermuda. Cows are scarce, pasture also, but a few channel island cattle are kept. Milk is worth about 12 to 15 cents a quart. The hay used there is all brought from the states in bales. Though milk is attainable usually, yet cream is a doubtful quantity, as milk often gets so high that cream can't raise on it. One of the striking features of the Bermudas as one approaches the islands is the pure white appearance of every building and extensive water or rain sheds, for no drinking water is obtain­ able except what is secured by rainfall. Consequently great water sheds are con­ structed for the barracks of the military camps, and all buildings are provided with cemented tanks above ground to hold the water supply, and very pure it is for drinking purposes. The roofs are all coated with heavy lime wash or whitewash in order that pure, clean water may be secured. The buildings are all built of coral blocks, sawn out of the porous rock, usually 12x12x24 inches, and are laid in cement. No cellars. The coral being porous and easily disintegrated by the atmosphere and rainfall combined, it is imperative that the exteriors of all buildings should be cemented or coated with a cement stucco to preserve the stone. In taking a view Of the city from the Hamilton Hotel, on the hill, the city has the appearance of a town recently visited by a snow fall. White roofs, white buildings--all a pure white--with no smoke or dirt to discolor or contaminate. This glare of intense white, I am in­ formed, affects the eyes of many resi­ dents and tourists which gives occasion for the presence of occulists and venders of glasses. For a pair of glasses which can be procured at fie Fair in Chicago for a-dollar-and-a-half, tyese eye doctors (from the States) rake in twelve dollars, and it seems a shame that those negro women who need oecular assist­ ance, should be pursuaded to go down in their stocking for twelve dollars, but it is one of the few ways of getting even with a race that will extort the last dol­ lar from their visitors upon whom they depend for their support and existence. I could say much in addition touching these islands, mUch about the lovely air plants, life plants, vines and flowers which cover the pourous stone or coral walls, of the lines upon lines of olean­ ders planted for concealment along the walls and rocks along the coast fronts, to protect riflemen and gunneris, but I have so much work to look after that I must ask your forbearance and quit. Does Your Stomach Distress You? Do you have pain in ttia side, nausea sometimes vomiting, distress after eat­ ing, belching, constipation, loss of appe­ tite, dizziness, flatulence, moth patches, sluggish looks, pimples and a repulsive complexion? If you have any of these symptoms, you have dyspepsia or stom­ ach disorder. The new discovery, Bail­ ey's Dyspepsia Tablets, brings quick relief, followed by a permanent cure; pleasant to take. W. J. Bailey, written on each package. Price 25 cents, post­ paid. Made by Lakeside Medicine Co., Chicago. Sample free. Well informed doctors prescribe them. Sold by Miss J. A. Story. 1 y-Feb. lS-'OO O ar Army and Nav.v. , Not until the close of the Spanish- American war, which proved such a brilliant success for our Army and Na­ vy, did foreign powers appreciate the strength and stability of our engines of war. Not only did "foreign countries watch the movements of our troops and ships with amusement, but our own people, right here at home, were sur prised to find that the United States possessed an army and navy of such strength and proportions. In one of the latest books >to appear, entitled "The United States Army and Navy, 1776-1899," a grapic description of the operations of both branches of the service, from their inception to the close of the late war; is to be found. It is a beautiful art edition, and no book so complete, both from a literary and ar­ tistic point of view, has ever been pub­ lished. . y The text is by eminent authorities in both branches, and was compiled after a careful research of all government re­ cords. The illustrations and there are 43 of them, full-page size, are the finest specimens of art ever placed in a book. The volume is published by the Wer­ ner Company, of Akron, Ohior who are making a special offer to introduce it to the reading public. In another part of this issue will be found a more detailed description of the book and how it can be secured. tf. Millions Given Away. It is certainly gratifying to the public to know of one concern which is not afraid to be generous. The proprietors of Dr. King's New Discovery for Con­ sumption, Coughs and Colds, have given away over ten million trial bottles and have the satisfaction of knowing it has cured thousands of hopeless cases. Asthma, Bronchitis, La Grippe and all Throat, Chest and Lung diseases are surely cured by it. Call on Julia A. Story, Druggist, and get a free trial bottle. Regular size 50c and ,$1.00. Every bottle guaranteed. FOR PURE DRUGS AND MEDICINES, NOTIONS - - TOILET ARTICLES, STA­ TIONERY, SCHOOL SUP­ PLIES, BOOKS, FINE CHINA AND GLASS­ WARE, ETC. CALL ON JULIA A. STORY - - - M'HENRY, ILLINOIS - :«• . ' ® $1 'ii HENDERSON'S fgi --m 99 U U PAPULAR-SHOE the IRMEN •« The Quorum" irtO1! is m&de from extra selected calf and s u p e r i o r w o r k ­ manship shows at every point. It's an espec­ ially comfortable and dura­ ble shoe for men at an honest price. Henderson's Shoes are the Substantia! Kind. Henderson's "Little Red School House" Shoes for children and their "Empress" and "American Beauty" for women give the greatest satisfaction In Wearing Qualities, Comfort and Style. C. M. Henderson & Co., Chicago. * Largest Shoe Manufacturers in the West Always Ask Your Dealer for HENDERSON'S SHOES F u R N I T U R E URNITURE \ a Specialty IT is not necessary for us to make mention of all the articles in the furniture line that constitute the immense stock in our store. You know all about it. Furniture prices have advanced during the past few months, but we luckily had, a good supply on hand at the time prices went up, and can still offer yon bar­ gains. Seeing is believing. Come and see. McHenry. JACOB JUSTEN. ..«..«««......................................................................... •<...... TO THE DEAF.--A rich lady, cured of har deafness and noises in the head by Dr. Nicholson's artificial ear drums, gave $10,000 to his institute, so that deaf people, unable to procure the ear drums, may have them free. Address No. 18,823. The Nicholson Institute, 780, Eighth" Avenue, New York. tf. That Throbbing Headache Would quickly leave you, if you used Dr. King's New Life Pills. Thousands of sufferers have proved their matchless merit for Sick and Nervous Headaches. They make pure blood and build up your health. Only 25 celrts. Money back if not cured. Sold by Julia A Story, Druggist. Agents on salary of $15.00 per week and expenses; the greatest agent seller ever produced; every stock and poultry raiser buys it on sight. Hustlers want­ ed. Reference. Address, with stamp, American Mfg. Co., Terre Haute, Ind. 32-ly It Lead*. Wherever it has been introduced, Di Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin leads all other remedies in curing constipation, indi­ gestion and sick headache. It only costs 10c for trial size (10 doses 10c). Large size 50c and $1. Julia Story. PiiLir J A l G E R General Commission merchant I Stall 1 & 3, Fulton St. | Wholesale Market, Chicago, Illinois. Special attention given to the sale of Dressed Beef, Mutton, Hogs, Veal, Poultry, Hides, Etc. Butter and Eggs This is the oldest house on the street Tags and price lists furnished on application. COLD STORAGE FREE. S;I£r? "isumsuuifa.i e:a a so ::s;:!!11 m:;t unit;u:;s -;:r IHItil" Wholesale Prices to Users. Our General Catalogue quotes them. Send 15c to partly pay postage or expressage and we'll send you one. It has 1100 pages, 17,000 illustrations and quotes prices on nearly 70,000 things that you eat and use and wear. We constantly carry in stock all articles quoted. The Tallest Mercantile Building in the WorM, MONTGOMERY WiDn a Owned and Occupied Exclusively By Us. Tr * I si. t