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A Problem. A man starts-a ranch by buying one Heifer Calf, which has a calf when two years old, and one each succeeding year until she is nine years old, all being heifers. Her calves all come in when two years old, and their calves the same, all heifer calves. What will be the number in his herd when the calf that he started with is -nine years old, provided none have died $ A GREAT many have formed an idea that the compulsory education law was repealed two years ago. It was, but a new one was enacted. Every child „be- tween the age of 7 and 14 must, go to school four months in each year, and three months of that time must be con­ secutive. The board of education has power to appoint special officers to look after the children not in school. The fine is from $ll to $30. Are there any children in our village not attending school between the age of 7 and 14? We think there are. AN exchange maket? the following truthful remarks: "How many mar­ riages are likp the weather of last Wed- nssday. Did you notice it? It cams out bright in the morning, but ere noon many clouds had appeared in the sky and there was a coolness in the air then, and a little later it became clouded all over. All marriages start off with smiles brightness' • and congratulations. In Home cases soon comes a coolness,- the husband stays out lata, at night or the wife finds the companionship of others more agreeable. They quarrel and finally comes separation or divorce, or what is worse living in perfect hell. "RAMBLER," in Every Saturday, re­ lates the following as having occurred in Elgin recently: "Did you hear the western missionary at one of the Elgin churches a couple of weeks ago, when he told the pathetic story of the good preacher and his devoted wife who took the $150 they had saved to plaster their house with, and bought pews for the new church: how the cold wind of winter came howling over the prairie, through the cracks of the home that went un- plastered, and how the good wife took cold and died? Did you hear it? And then he rolled his eyes up and added, in a voice shaking with pathos, 'but she has gone where she will never be cold any more.'" The Home Merchant. The home merchant is entitled to your trade and ought to have it, as against the itinerant dealer or the merchant of some distant city. He spends his money here. He builds a home which enhances the value of all property. He helped pay for the church in which you worship, and the school to which you send your chil­ dren. He cannot afford to misrepresent his goods or swiudle you. Self interest alone would prevent this. He stays with you in sunshine and in storm, in times of prosperity and days of adversity. He bears his share of the burdens of good government. Wheu^a subscription pa­ per is passed he is first approached. These are a few of the reasons why you should patronize the home merchant. And if he has the goods you want and sells them at the right price, and lets the fact be known by means of an advertise­ ment in the PLAINBEALER he will be very apt to a;et his share of the trade. LIST of letters remaining uncalled for in the P. 0. at McIIenry, 111., on the 1st day of Nov., 1895. W. S. Gardiner, James Reddick, J. S. Garwood, Wm. Pflen, Elmer Winef, H. M. Cavanagh. W. R. Collins, Mrs. J. D. Chum-2 1. J. Thurlby-2, Nicolo Zinaie. Miss I. Roth. Please say advertised when calling for above letters. ALBERT SNOW, Post Master. SOLON SCHOOL NOTES. „ Miss Hat tie Westlake won in the Fri­ day afternoon spelling contest. In addition to the study of the reading lessons in the text book, other reading lessonBj based upon stories told or upon descriptions of games are prepared by. children and teacher and are written up­ on and read from the blackboard. The interest excited by such work must be seen to be appreciated. Friday afternoons are devoted to spelling contests, recitation of memory gems, reading and other general exercises Last Friday afternoon excellent readings were given by Masters Overton and Gardner, also by Misses May Monear and Ruth Overton. In history topics are written upon the board. References to differenttext books are given so that the pupil may know where to look for Information. Special featureis of the lesson are given to one or more members for investigation. At the next class meeting they report results. Sketch maps are placed upon board and progressive maps are filled in from day to day. Such work cotfld not be done were itnotfortheexcellentschool library. In geography the tracing and sketch­ ing method are used. This is the natural manner of studying the subject. Sketch maps are made both at seat and board. The pupils estimate the lengths of the important rivers, the areas of the states, lakes, gulfs, plateaus and plains. These areas are compared with the area Of the continent taken ae a base. Application is thus made of the principal of corela- tion of studieB. Stencil rnapB are made with pantagraph. Special questions are given like the following: Where is the earth? What is it made of? What keeps it. in place? Why is it round? Why does it not stop moving? The word "where" should give place to "why." Tuesday evening the literary society held its meeting. A marked improve­ ment in the exercises was noticed. A recitation by Miss Ruth Overton was given in dramatic style and with fine im­ personations. A good number were in attendance and all were pleased and en­ tertained with the exercises. The boys and girls are getting^eady for the concert which will be given at the church, Friday evening, Nov. 8. - The literature, art, science and social life of the ancient Chaldeans is the topic in general history. W. G. . Reduced Bates to Atlanta On account of the Cotton States and Jnternational-Exposition, at Atlanta, Ga., the North western Line is now sell­ ing excursion pickets at reduc^p rates. For tickets and full information apply to agents Chicago & Northwestern R'y. 14w4 Business Locals. For Fur Coats go to S. Stoffel's. Over 200 new Jackets, Cloaks and Capes fresh from Chicago at S. Stoffel's. Insure your property with S. Stoffel and be insured. At Perry & Owen's you can get the best yNew York Full Cream Cheese. Goat and Plush Robes at S. Stoffel's. New fall supply of the well known Chi- cago-Kenosha hosiery at S. Stoffel's. A beautiful story is a lovely large book bound in leather, only $2.25, at J. A. Story's. Caii_ and examine. Fargo and Donglas fine Shoes, all war­ ranted and the newest at S. Stoffel's. Fine henriettas, serges and suitings, in bla&k and latest shades, at Perry & Owen's. Buy your next fine Overcoat and Suit of S. Stoffel. I have calls for Houses, Who has any to rent in this^ village? Let me Know §nd I can rent them. . . H. C. MEAD. Capital City Drees and Shirting Flannel at S. Stoffel's, cheaife If you want a new Harness,, single or doable, call On Gus Carlson, He is sure to please you both in quality and price. Elegant Jackets and Capes at Simon Stoffel's. Mixed paints, paints and oil, carriage paints, brushes, etc., cheap, at Resley's,. on the west side.j ' I have calls for money on first class real estate security for a term of years. lltf H. C. MEAD. BARBIAN BROS, have just put in a new line of the finest pipes ever brought to this market. Smokers will do well to call and see them. For a free burning and long lasting Coal try the celebrated Cross Creek Lehigh Hard Coal. WILBUR LUMBER Co. Extra "ood Flour onlv 99c s/t 3. Stoffel's. PERRY & OWEN'S SPECIALTIES. School Supplies, School Shoes, School Hose, School Suits, School Dress Goods, delicious Coffees, Wall Paper, etc. See aew advertisement. Underwear, new, cheap, and stock large, at S. Scoffel's. We are selling the Cross Creek Lehigh Hard Coal at the same price we would have to ask for a cheaper coal. Try it. WILBUR LUMBER Co. Fifty inch heavy Serge Suitings, in uavy blue, only 25c per yard at Simon Stoffels. Good advice: Never leave the house on a journey without a bottle of Cham­ berlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. For sale by J. A. Story. We are prepared to give you prices on your Winter's Coal. We have a large stock on hand and can make prices and delivery right. WILBUR LUMBER Co. -- Fleece lined and double breasted Un­ derwear at S. Stoffel's. FOR RENT' AT PISTAKA BAY.! Furnished Cottages, with Boats, &c^, by the month or for the season. Terms Reasonable. Inquire at the Bank of McHenry. New fall stock Dutchess Trousers at S. Stoffel's. FOX LAKE PROPERTY FOR SALE. We offer the J. K. Milne Property, Opposite Nippersink Point, for Sale on very Reasonable Terms. Will sell all or divide into Lots. Inquire at Bank of McHenry. INTELLIGENT PEOPLE, And people of good taste are earnestly recommended to try Dr. Caldwell'e Syrup Pepsin for disorders of the stomach. Constipation and indigestion cured. A trial of this great remedy can be made for 10c (10 doses 10c) also in 50c and$l sizes, at J. A. Story's. Change in Price: Change in the making of Pictures nec­ essitates an increase in price, and there­ fore on and after September 16th Cabi- uet Pi3t.ures will be $2.50 per dozen in­ stead of f2 as now. The change, how­ ever, will make the pictures worth more than the difference in price. L. E. BENNETT. McHenry, 111 , Aug. 27, 1895. HOW TO PREVENT CROUP. Some Reading that will prove Interest­ ing to Young Mothers. How to guard against the Disease. Croup is a terror to young mothers and to post them concerning the cause, first symptoms and treatment is the ob­ ject of this item. The origin of croup is a common cold. Children who are sub­ ject tu it take cold very easily and croup is almost sure to follow. The first ay my torn is hoarseness; this is soon fol­ lowed by a peculiar rough cough, which is easily recognized and will never be for­ gotten by one who has heard it. The time to act is when the child first becomes hoarse. If Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is freely given all tendency to' croup will soon disappear. Even alter the croupy cough has developed it will prevent the attack. There is no danger in giving this remedy for it contains nothing in­ jurious. For sale by J. A. Story. Loans Negotiated; Do you want money? I can get it for you. Have you real estate to sell or rent? Do you want to buy or rent? I can help you. Terms reasonable. 2yl H. C. MEAD, West McHenry. Dr. Price's Cream Baking Powder World's Pair Highest Medal and Diploma. WEDNESDAY, NOV. 6, 1895, Railway Time Table. r Taking effect Sunday, May 26, 1695, at six o'clock A. M. Trains will ;paea iicHenry station as follows: GOING SOUTH. D LakeGeneva Passenger...... 7:19 AM X Williams Bay Express 8;25 * •' _ X Williams Bay Passenger ..3;25 P M GOING NORTH.' X Williams Baj»Passenger........ 9:48AM S Lake Geneva Passenger ........ 5;t8 P M X Williams Bay Kxpress.... 4:55 " X Williams Bay Passenger 6:51 •• EXPLANATION.' D--Daily. X--Daily except Sunday. B Sundays only. B. BUSS, Agent, McHenry, 111. MILLINERY. Mrs. J. H. Spaulding and daughter have just received a full line of Fall and Winter Millinery, to which they wish to invite the attention of all ladies wishing an\ thing in that line. A full line of trim­ med hats to select from, also children's hats, etc. Please call and examine goods and learn prices before purchasing. Respectfully, MRS. J. H. SPAULDING & DAUGHTER. The Sleepy-Eye Flour has no 'superior on the market. This is the verdict of every one who uses it. Call at A. P. Baer's, West McHenry, and try a sack. DR. ABT is prepared to test eyes ^ac­ curately. The spectacle lenses are ground to order in each case. Caudee Rubber Goods only at Stoffel's. Dr. Price's Cream Baking Powder Most Perfect Made. Barter's Oil Heaters were awarded high­ est medal and diploma at the World's Columbian Exposition. See them at F. L. MeOmber's. See the big new stock of the we)} known Fargo and Douglas Boots and Shoes at S, Stoffel's. Barter's Oil Beaters are reliable, clean and safe, free from smoke or oil smell, just what you want this fall. Call on F. L. McOmber and see them in opefa- tiou. . . • ' - Unequaled bargains in Underwear for men, women and children, at Stoffel's. Bargains in new Dress Goods, Flannels, Hoods, Skirts, Yarns and Mitts, at S. Stoffels. ROOMS TO RENT, Suitable for a small family. Good well, cistern and woodshed. Inquire of E. HUMJARU, Corner of Elm and Court Sts. .w Tiio Golden West Invites your attention. Fabulous for­ tunes have been made by judicious in­ vestments in gold mining stock i. Send a stamp for full particulars aboutCripple Creek gold camp (near Pike's Peak) and full particulars about our company. Ad dress, Pike's Peak Mining and Real Es­ tate Company, (Incorporated,) Denver, Colorado. f Don't Tobaooo Spit or Smoke your Life Away The truthful startling title of a book about No-to-bac, the only harmless, guaranteed tobacco-habit cure, that braces up nicotinized nerves, eliminates the nicotine poison, makes weak men gain strength, vigor and manhood. You run no physical or financial risk, as No- to-bac is sold by Julia A. Story under a guarantee to cure or money refunded. Book free. Address Sterling Remedy Co. New York or Chicago. No. 1 fine salt, $1 per barrel, at S. Stoffel's. .It's Free I Do not fail to send for a free sampe copy oi the Weekly Globe, box 540, Den­ ver, Colorado, an illustrated home and family paper, devoted to temperance, pure western stories, mining news, etc. Fifty cents per year. Send to-day. Union Suits, for ladies' misses' and children, 50c to $2, at Stoffel's. Dress flannels, suitings, dress goods, . at S. Stoffel's. FOR SALE OR RENT. Farm cdntaining 240 acres, situated one mile south of the village of McHenry. This is one of the best Dairy Farms iu the county. Has good buildings, fine spring water, running into the barns, making it convenient for stock and daiiv? purposes. For particulars call on or address W. & B. BONSLETT. 565 Boulevard Place, Chicago. CLOAKS! Our Fall stock of the newest things in Cloaks and Jackets for ladies and misses, in the latest and most fashionable goods are in. We are showing some extra val­ ues in the most stylish goods in the market, bought direct from one of the largest manufacturers in Chicago. Come and see them. Universalist Church Directory. *T. J. Walsh, : .............President P. L. McOmber... ...Olerk James B. Perry Treasurer The Willing Workers (the ladies organ­ ization.) ^ Mrs. Jas. B. Perry .......President Mrs. J. Van Slyke.... ...Secretary Kev. J. Straub, D. O................. .'...Pastor •arThe Pastor's Chicago Telegraph Address is Burnside Crossing, Preaching services at 10:30 A: M. and at 7.30 P.M. A cordial invit-ition t6 all. We have this week placed in stock an extra large stock ' of Overcoats and Suits, in the most attractive goods, and at prices never before so low. They have already begun to move out. If you want a Suit or OvercOat come and look ours over Boys' and girls' School Shoes. The winners we sell at $1.25, $1.35, §1.50 and up to $2. Our shoes have a reputation. New customers are being made daily, and simply because we have good goods at a low price and keep lots of them. Have a new shoe but­ ton fastener that will fasten the button on so they will never come Don't forget that we are sole agents for the celebrated Snag Praof Rubber Boots. You can buy them at no other place in town and it is throwing away money buying an imitation. Some extra good things in Lapies' large button, needle toe Kids that you donit find at the other stores, and several new styles of the famous Fingree & Smith Shoes, R I N G W O O D . Oliver Southwick was a guest at Sir. Ladd's over Sunday. Jabez Carr and wife, of Moreland, were calling on friends in this village last week. H. C. Allen and wife drove to Wauke- gan on Friday, returning on Sunday. G. A. Lumley is home from Minnesota. He reports the "Doctor" iu the best of health. Our local masonp, Lawrence and French, have been working for a Rich­ mond party the past two weeks. N. D. Stevens has put his threshing machine under cover for the winter. He reports the largest home run in years. B. C. Kassel organized a writing school at the school house Saturday evening. The Ringwodd school gave their usual programme Friday afternoon. The next will be on Friday afternoon, Nov. 15th. All are invited. That Cristy & Son take the lead as millers can't be disputed. Eighteen bags, rye and oats mixed, were ground in fifty minutes, which means a bushel a minute by weight. The Basket Supper, given by the M. W. A. Ladies, at the residence of R. Law- son, was a success in every particular. We understandjt i# to be repeated in the near future. The Ladies' Church Aid Society will meet with Mrs. Nancy Coates, on Thurs­ day afternoon, Nov. 7. The next Young People's meeting will be held at the residence of J. S. Brown, on Friday afternoon, Nov. 15. A fine programme is being prepared. ~ Dress Goods are moving lively. This week we make several new additions in all wool Suitings at 28c per yarcf and the new Fleeeed Wrapper Cloth in several styles. Received last week our advance stock of men's and boys' fall styles. Stiff hats and Fedoras in blaek and browns. Just come in once and look them over. PARTICULAR NOTICE. Having sold out my ousiness this is to notify all persons knowing themselves indebted to me, either by note or book account, to call and settle the same with­ out delay, as I wish to close up my books at as early a day as possible. Let all take notice and govern themselves accordingly. JACOB BONSLETT, McHenry, Sept. 24, 1895. STOVES FOR SALE. A number of second hand stoves, both coal and wood, nearly as good as new, for sale cheap. Inquire of E. LAWLUS, Opposite Riverside House, McHenry. WINTER MILLINERY. Mrs. E. W. Ilowe has just received a full line of Winter Millinery, to which she invites the attention of the ladies of McHenry and vicinity. Call and examine my goods before purchasing. I make a specialty of Trimmed Hats and Bonnets, and have a large stock on hand to select from. My eoods are all fresh and new, of the latest styles, and will be sold at prices to suit the times. New goods re­ ceived every week. Mas. E. W. HOWE. McHenry, Oct. 9fch, 1895. The handsomest and best Oil Heater ever made is Barter's Ideal. You need one and now that the price is within reach you can have one. I have four sizes. F. L. MCOMBER. A PREACHER Of Waterloo, Ind., Rev. S. P. Klotz, writes: "I have been afflicted over 20 years with dyspepsia or sour stomach. Have tried different remedies without much benefit. A 10c bottle of Caldwell'# Syrup Pepsin gave me much benefit. Have taken nearly one large bottle, and feel like a different mjui." At J. A. Story's. You would be surprised to see what a trade we are having in our tine coffees. The sellers are 28c, 30c, 32c an<J 40c. Have others at 20c and 25c, but find the good ones are^nonc too good. Once you try them and you are our coffee customer. Bear in mind the other dealers do not handle these coffees, as we buy them green from the importers for cash and hire them.roasted, thus saving the middle man's profit, which is the biggest, and you get a first-class coffee at a low price, and fresh too. You can get this trade only from us. Dr. Weare's Sure Cure for Heaves, A Story In a Few Words. John--How did you come outlast year on your rented farm? Tom--Barely made enough to pay rent. Jdhn--What rent did you pay? Tom--I was paying $5 per acre. Jahn--Will you rent a farm this year? Tym--No, I am going to buy a farm for the price 1 have paid yearly for, rent. John--Where are you going to buy it? Tom--Why, haveyou not seen the offer of the C. S. Graves Land Co., R. 11, 56 Fifth Av. Chicago, who have an adver­ tisement in our paper? Above is a sample of conversatian heard between a great many farmers in the thickly populated counties in many states. TICKETS for the Annual Thanksgiving Partv at the Riverside House, in this village, on the evening ofNov. 28th, have been issued. Slocum's full orchestra will furnish the music, and we need not in­ form the public that mine host Story will leave nothing undone that will tend to their comfort and pleasure on that occasion. When you are making your programme for Thanksgiving do not fail to add the Riverside House for the evening. FIRE was started in the slough on the Hanly farm, on the west side of the rail­ road, south of this village, .on Saturday last, which came near being a serious affair. A high wind was blowing from the southwest, and with the extreme dryness of everything the fire spread at a rapid rate, and it was Only by the superhuman efforts of forty or fifty men that it was finally checked. At one time the whole south part of the town was in danger. Too much care canndt be taken in starting fires this dry time. ^--."1 A "VERY interesting meeting of the Epworth League was held on Monday evening, and the following officers were elected:, . President, Wayne Woodburne; 1st Vice President, Dr. Auringer; 2d Vice President, L. E. Bennett; 3d .Vice Presi­ dent, Rev. C. V. Cook; 4th Vice Presi­ dent,'Mrs. Chas. Lamphere; Secretary, Flora Sherburne; Treasurer, Alice Waite; Organist,. Lois Baldwin. Meetings Sunday evening at t o'clock, followed by song service at 7:30. Every one is cordially invited. : X FLORA SHERBURNE, Secretary. Dr. Weare's Sure Cure for Heaves. Wall paper, .Have cut priees 20 per cent on all good grades. Papers were never so cheap as now and our stock is complete. Paper trimmed free, '*• APPLES! APPLES! The undersigned has just arrived here with a car load of Kansas Apples, very choice, and can be found at the sto re o C. B. Murphy, in the Howe BlocK, where you can get your winter's supply of Apples at Reasonable Prices. Call early before they are all gone. M. BKYANT. THANKSGIVING PARTY. | Yourself and ladies are cordially invit­ ed to attend a Thanksgiving Party, at the McHenry House, Thursday-evening, Nov. 28th. Floor Managers: Peter Rothermel, J. J. Barbian, Jacob Miller, John J. Bishop, HenryThelen.Ed. Wirfs. iMnsic, Smith's orchestra. Tickets, 50 cents. Jos. HEIWER, Proprietor. Dr. Weare's Sure Cure for Heaves. THE SECRET OF BEAUTY. Of.complexion, hands, arms and hair is found in a perfect condition of the stom­ ach and digestive organs. Keep yourr self right in these respects by using Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin and nature will do the rest for you. In 10c, 50c and $1 sizes, of J. A. Story. Six weeks ago I suffered with a very severe cold; was almost unable to speak. My friends all advised me to consult a physician. Noticing Chamberlain's Couc;h Remedy advertised in the St. Paul Yolks Zeitung 1 procured a bottle, and after taking.it a short while was entirely well I now most heartilv. r&ommend this remedy to anyone suffering with a cold. Wm. Keil, 678 Selby Ave., St. Paul, For sale by J.• A. Story. Dr. Weare's Sure Cure for Heaves. Perry & Owen, IGeneraPIMerchants. MoBENBY. ILL. PERRY & 0WSH. Bankers. McHENRY, - - SILLINOI8. This Bank tecetve& deposits, buy* and sells Ibreign and Domestic JSx- change, and does a, Senerai Banking Susiiiest We endeavor to do all businett «n- trusted to our care in a manner and upon te.m8 entirely satisfactory to our customers and respectfully solicit th« public patronage. MONEY TO LOAN; On Real Estate and other first alas* security. Special attention given t o oo» lections, .. INSURANCE in JHr$t Clou Gomp&niei vt tk* Lowest Bute*- ' NOTICE -Awarded Highest Honors--World's Fair, CREAM MOST PERFECT MADE. A pure Grape Cream of Tartar Powder. 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