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M'SaWO* W V J , - iu-i^ ^VViAviT's v.;':^r-; ••. ;-.f,/.j- ,!-'.^^-1. •:' /*••;>* _ '"* s*a ^ ^/fr^SVT 'W. * <• ^ A ' Save 25 per eervt . .- - la buying rcady-maclo, warranted; S\ilts arid Overcoats We guarantee them dqual in quality and workmanship to the made-to-order Suits and Overcoats, at about 25 .per. .cent, less in price. Men's Suits and Overcoats.. .. . Boys' Suits and Overcoats.. .. . Children's; Suits and Overcoats. .$5.00 to $15.00 : 2.00 to #.00 "1.00 to- 3-°° J o s . * W . F r e u n d . in a previous message that our store is for sale or rent from November Jst, and that we desire to reduce stock fcoa certain amount by that time as we have a prospective buyer for the whole. If you trade in the interest of economy, here is where you are recommended. Here are a few pointers for your careful comparison. For instance, a stock of Shoes and Rubbers representing about a thousand pairs apd of the newest and best styles, should appeal to your interest as well as thee facts that the profits rhave been taken off. Here are Douglas Shoes, yon know how good they are, and you can buy the $3.00 shoe for S2.(k3 and the $3.f>0 shoe for Si*.Do; for S1.95 you can buy as fine and stylish Shoes as anybody in the land need and so they run down to ^il. lO for a respectable dressy Shoe. All kinds Child's, Miss and everything in the Shoe Stock sold on same basis. Rubbers, Felt Boots in abundance, but the best way for you is to drop in and look them over. Early in July we placed an order with the Rockford Shoe Co.; who make the seamless Shoes for men.. They have just come in. We did not want them, but could not get out of it. They are with­ out question the best Shoe for the money made in this country. They have a dog 6a- the bottom and are called the ROCKFORD DOG ON SHOES, so you may know them by this trade marK. Prices are $1.75 to $2.25. We have a lot of fancy Umbrellas, all new stuff, prices usually $1 .25 to $1.75, your choice 95c. All of the 50c Dress Goods 39c. All the 60c such as new shades tobacco brown, navy, black and white Brillian- tines 45c. Flannelettes 8Jc. Two pairs fancy 25c Hose for 25c, color iS pink, blue, cardinal. Boys' blue Serge Suits, 4 to 8 years old, the $5.&0 kind for $2 25 and $2.50. Ladies' and gents' Rubber Coats and Mackin­ toshes, Underwear, Blankets and a thousand other things await your coming. ALL IS CASH. You can save on Groceries, too: : : : : : W . C . E V A N S O N . »•« »•« »•« »•« ••« »•« ••j .*>. .*t*« .*•*. .*•». A .*•«. H1 »j|,' '1"4,1 n1l4.J 'X1 'X l4.' 'J.1 lXl lJJ.J 'J.1 wlX' '+1 'I' iptf ij.1 ij,i Ml iĵ i -4- Distributed throughout our stock there are at all times pieces of Furniture marked at less than the -usual prices. These are articles fought at special discounts, on which we are willing to make special concessions. One can, there fore , o f ten f ind here jus t the a r t i ­ cle wanted at a very low,, figure. j UNDERTAKING | J a c o b J l i s t e n ; n|l ifr ifr ill ift $1 l|l l|t ijl l|l [|, ||| ||| ||, ,||' QLcidfiiyS. HAPPENINGS IN M'HENRY AND , ADJACENT COUNTIES. V J«M6lIiui«aui A>»ortnMit of lf**M Items In Conrtenaed Form For Co«(*n- l«nce of lluxy l'eople " Job work of all kinds neatly done thi« office, , Wui. Reader of Harvard was adjudged insane last week and taken to the El- inn asylum. At Lake Zurich the lparahal has been i ns true ted to keep the ufeijdren oft Um> streets after 8 p. m. The McHenry County Auto club made a run to Rtxkford last Saturday and at­ tended the autb races in that city. The new Y. M. C. A building at Lake Geneva, Wis., will be ready for occu­ pancy by the middle of November. The annual game dinner given % Muehrcke Bros, at Fox Lake took place yesterday. The event was largely at­ tended. Lulu Stanhope, St. Louis: "I used to have a horrid complexion, I jtook Hoi* lister's Rocky Mountain Tea and ant called the pt-ettiest girl in the city." Tea or tablets, 35 cents. 0. W. Besley. Woodstock Republican:--The after- clap of a Johnsburgh brawl was settled in Justice Jones' court on Wednesday^ by the accused£|)arties paying $250 to the ygung man who got his arm broken in the fracas. Mi Id R. Pncfc, aged 82 years, was struck by the engine of a south-bound freight train, at the main crossing, just east of the Chicago & North-Western depot in Nunda, Monday evening, Oct. about 7:25 o'clock, and died from the shock a few hours later, at 12:45 a. m Machinery for condensing will be in­ stalled in the Chicago Milk Products' plant at Cary, new employes will be taken on and a condensing indnstry es­ tablished about the first of November. The plant has been bottling milk and shipping it to Chicago, but the manag­ ers have decided to torn the product into condensed milk. Woodstock Republican:--One day last week Wm. Langham, residing east of town, brought to the Republican office rhree apples which measured respective­ ly 14, 18£ and 13 inches in circumference and that weighed nearly a pound each. They were of excellent flavor, and Mr. Langham says that ihe trees on which they grew were brought from Michigan. A fin« specimen oi black bass, weigh­ ing 6 pounds and 10 ounces, beautifully mounted on a heavy oak panel, is on ex hibition in the window o'f the Sun and Drovers' Journal building. bears silent but reliable witness to the ability of Ed Steck as an expert angler. The lucky catch was made at Pistakee bay, 111., on July 8, and Mr. Steck may well feel proud of his prize.--Chicago Drovers' Journal. Harvard Independent:--Managers of several western railroads, including the' North-Western, have decided to arm engineers, firemen and trainmen of all passenger trains. This move icudae to the success and frequency of hold-ups and it is believed that the arming of the trainmen will afford considerable protec­ tion and have a tendency to check the lawlessness, which of late has become so common all over the country. The wife of a Methodist minister who formerly lived in Wesfc Virginia has been married three times. Her maiden name was Partridge, her first husband's name was Robbin, her second, Sparrow, and her present one is Quale. There are now two Robbins, one Sparrow and three little Quales in the family^ One grandfather was a Swan, the other was a Jay, but he's dead and now he's a bird of paradise. They live on Hawk avenue, Eaglesville, Canary Islands, and the fellow who wrote this is a lyre and an interested relative of the family. Ex. Business men have contributed to a fnn/1 being raised by some of the local ladies to open a reading room for men, particularly young ones, and afford a pleasant place to spend the winter even­ ings outside the saloons. The room is on the second floor of Health's block and will be nicely furnished with books, papers and magazines. Gauiqs will be furnished and all in all the idea is an excellent one. It is hoped the effort will prove sufficiently popular to war­ rant extension and that a bowling alley may be one of the attractions.-- Liberty- ville Independent. One cannot see the dairy exhibit of Illinois in the agricultural building, without Very Low Kxcui-Hiuu Rate* to American Royal Lire Stock Mliow at Kansas City, Mo., Via the North-Western Line. Excur­ sion tickets will be soldOet. 15 to 19, in­ clusive, limited by extension to return until Nov. 8, inclusive. Apply to agents The fislffChicago and North-Western R'y. Oct.19 vision of Mr. IIunfc,-< • feeling of pride. In 'this building is also the exhibit of farm prod­ ucts, and to say that it is complete about expiesses the general verdict. Mr. Ot- well, who has this display in charge, is an affable gentleman and understands his work thoroughly. We all know that our great and glorious state is up fo^the minute on all affairs pertaining to farm products, bat this display gives one an idea of the wide range of possi­ bilities in this line. By all meanfr»seoj this exhibit-- it will help to make you proud that you are an lllinoisan. The melancholy days have come, the saddest of the year. The small boy. leaves the swimming hole, the farmer stuffs the steer. The urchin trudges off to school, the pullets begin to lay, the preacher gets a move on him, the coal men have their day. The trees put on their somber hue, the grasshopper as­ cends on high, the little ant its cellar fills, the toper calls for "rye." The lonely church oyster laughs in glee, for now his time has come; the girls have terrible appetites, the boys must spend their "rnon." And the flour barrel is empty, and the outcher'a short on liver* and the thought pf icy winter makes your spinal column quiver. And John­ nie gets his little gun and sallies- thru mud and stubble, and shoots the agri­ culturist's goat und has no end of troub­ le. The days are full of sunshine and the nights are full of frdst, and , the house is full of stovepipe, and half the joints are lost. O, spring has its draw hacks, but it doesn't have them all, ror the vorst part of the year is just before us all, You can sing about the beauties and the pleasures of old winter, but the man who fixed the seasons up did not consult the printer. Confession^ of a Priest. Rev. Jno. S. Cox, of Wake, Ark., writes, "For 12 years I suffered from Yellow Jaundice. I consulted a number tff physicians and tried all sorts of med­ icines but got no relief. Then I began the nse of Electric Bitters and feel that I am now cured of a disease that had me in its grasp for 12 years." If you want a reliable medicine for Liver and Kidney trouble, stomach disorder or general debility get Electric Bitters. It's guaranteed by Julia A. Story, N. H. McHenry. Only 50c. Haying sold the farm -and being about to retire from farming, the un­ dersigned will sell at publin auction, without reserve, on the premise* | mile west 'of Hartland station, McHenry county, Illinois, and 44 miles northwest of Woodstock, on Tuesday, Oct. 18, commencing at 10 o'clock a. in., the fol­ lowing described property, to-wjt: 208 head live stock, consisting of 100 high grade Shropshire sheep, 38 Shropshire lambs, pure-bred Shropshire rani, 68 Poland-China shoats, pure bred Poland- China boar, 2 heifers with calves by side, 2 yearling steers, 2 good work ;horses. Hay, corn JitEl machinery.--40 tons timothy hay in barn, 35 acres corn in shock, 2 truck wagons nearly new, MoCormick grain harvester, Osborne corn harvester nearly'new, Crown mow­ er. Rock Island corn planter with 120 rods wire and drill- attachment, corn cultivator, disc corn cultivator, disc harrow, harrow for two or four horses, bay rake, new Clipper fanning mill, set Fairbanks' scales (1000 pounds), grind­ stone, hog rack, cauldron ̂ kettle, Jiay rack, wood rack,' double bugvy, 2 stone boats; wagon box with 21 sets top boxes, J. I. Case riding plow, set dump planks, 5 sets stpne boat planks, 2 sets double harness, 70 grain sackfe, 30 gatfri^ sacks, bob «leighs, planker, Prairie City seeder, and 1001 other articles too numerous to mention. Plenty to eat, drink and smoke at noon? TERMS OP SALE: All sums of $10 ana>Ainder, cash. Ovet- that amount a credit of 12 months will be given on approved notes at 6 per cent. 2 per cent, off for cash on sums entitled to credit. No property removed until settled for. GEO. MOOKE. Jas. R. Green, auctioneer; Geo. L. Murphy, clerk. 8oine .Seasonable Advice. It may be a piece of superfluous ad­ vice to urge people at this season of the year to lay in a supply of Chamber­ lain's Cough Remedy. It is almost sure to be needed before the winter is over, and much more prompt and satisfactory results are obtained when taken as soon as the cold is contracted and before it has becomes settled in the system, which can only be done by keeping the reme­ dy at hand. This medicine is so widely known and so altogether good that no .4 a? CTte" s ty le a s wel l a s f Quality at lowest prices. Try our special 14 dates' and Men's %.... / .|i 93 IN DR we have a somplete new ^ shades and grades. New line of rea#y- made Skirts and Waists* In Groceries out- prices are always the lowest D * u m i i « T . j o n e s h o u l d h e s i t a t e a b o u t " b u y i n g - i t i n Peteseta, McHenry, O. W. WMt*,(erenct) to any othen ,t „ £r M,e by all druggists. The Plaindealer will be sent to any address on trial three months for twen­ ty-five cents, and \ijill be discontinued at the expiration of wme unless other­ wise ordered. Try it. An ad in The Plaindealer "want"col­ umn will bring results. F. A I* ?#.Sr3£8| G R O C E R I E S ! The full flavor, the delicious qual­ ity, the absolute purity of our Groceries distinguish them from all others. A trial will convince you that we are right. JOHN STOFFEL ¥. & ft. aft J it': & § i West Mdlenry. j N. H. DRUGGIST. - • Patent Medicines. Toilet Articles. Our with the other good dreaten of this City Who have their clothes made to order-- get clothes that are built to their own form and at less cost than the best teady- mades. WE TAKE THE MEASURES-- Hie International Tailoring Co., New York & Chicago ....MAKE THE GARMENTS. FIT A.JVD JPATISFACTIOff GX/jK'RA.JVTE.E'D. make it necessary for you to dress warmer. line of Underwear is complete. v ^ Men's heavy fleeced Underwear @ . . . . . 5 0 c f Men's heavy all wool Undwr in gray and tan. .$1.00 ^ Men's heavy blue all wool ribbed, extra fine.>$1.50 Ladies' heavv fleeced Underwear from.,.. -25c Tip Children's Underwear in all sizes, popular prices. Men's Duck and Cottonade Coats in Rubber and • Sheep Lin ing , a l l g rades up to , . . . . . . . . . . . $6 .00 ± Men's Flannel Shirts, all wool, from... $1.00 up % Men's, Ladies'and Misses'Mackintoshes, Gloves, Mittens, Caps and Sweaters. In Shoes we alvvays have tbe latest styles and buy the best on the mar­ ket, it doesn't pay to buy fcheap Shoes. Our Dry Goods Department is loaded with new goods for fall and winter. Dress Goods, Waistings, Silks, Vel­ vets, Trimmings and Novelties. complete line of Groceries; Flour, Etc. Goods delivered promptly. n. J. WALSH. Phone 363. West McHenry, HI. nt»i|i i$» 1I1 il» 1I1 i|i 1I11I1 l|l l$J l$> 1$11|» tfl l$l l|l ||l l|l $1 »$» <£ 'I' •$ $"t' 'ft <t' 't' 'I1 $ 'I1 <t' 'X' 't» 'I' «t> «l' 'I' 'I' 'I' 'I' '$ • LADIES' & MISSES' Ladies' tailor-made Suits, made of all-wool cheviot, full box coat with belt and full satin litied collar and cuffs primmed with Velvet find braid, plaited Skirt, only V.. • $10.49 tailor-toade Siiits, 'made of -all wool m aterial, in p l a i n a n d m i x « d goods, cape and <jol- lar trimmedwith silk braid and buttons, full flared Skirt, at In , Others Follow! • Ladies' fine, kid lace, dull top extension sole, full military heel at Reniember there are other Shoes sold at this price Wit they are not to be compared with our line. We«tguarantf'e our $1.98 Shoe to be as good as you can buy elsewhere at $2.50. We have them in five different styles: Plain toe, heel foxing, patent vamp 'and patent leather heel foxing. Ladies' fine kid lace Shoes, fulHeather lined, heavy extension sole, full Cuban heel d* ̂ . A This is ihe Shoe to buy for Winter, warm land durable, at@.. Children's kid lace, patent tip, spring heel shoe, sizes 5 to 8, @ . j... .. 59c tt.nd 49c Children's kid lace, patent toe and heel, foxing, dull kid top^ sizes 5 to 8, only.. 69c Children's velvet top, patent leather, spring heel, laoe.............. 98c Try our Royal Oak School Shoe, for boys and girls, dull kid top, spring heel, lace, @ $1.19 Children's Button,^dull kid top Shoes, heavy extension sole, spring heel, v«ry.stylish. ..$1.29 LADIES' $1.98 * & CASH DEPARTMENT STORE, McHENRY^ ILLINOIS.;PHONE, 314 Ladies' 36-inch long Cape, made of all wool Melton Cloth, full 120 in. sweep, inverted plait back with 16-inch storm collar trimmed with straps of same material, at .20. Ladies 42-inch long Cape made of a heavy all-w6ol Beaver, extra full sweep lined throughout with a silk and linen lining, . h a n d s o m e l y t r i m m e d with silk braid and scroll designs of same material a t . . . : wn