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Wednesday, noV. ai, 1897 GIVEN UNDER THE AUSPICES OF W.L. DOUGLAS mm VAN SLYKE, Editor P$T Butter on the Elgin Board of Trade Mi<»i(lay was pteady at 22c. Biddjr p oti<fed at. 20c, and on some lata did not advance beyond 21c. The offerings wei« 059 tubsi, and sales 384 tubs at 22c. The twelve countied of Ohio i which Bryan made speeches in the cam­ paign just ended gave 997 more Republi­ can majority than they did in 18.97 Considering that Bryan ostentatiously announced that he "came to buryHanna not^to^waififi-him," this re&ult is rather amusing--to everybody except Bryan. At the recent election the Re­ publicans of Maryland submitted to a popular vote the question of adopting * the civil service system in the state in6ti: tations and it was defeated by 80,000 majority. This is a significant "pointer" as to the sentiments of the masses re­ garding this humbug. (ST At a discussion in the. general af- eembly of the Knights of Labor, in ses­ sion at Louisville, Ky., it was the "pre­ vailing sentiment that some vigorous steps should be taHen to restrict immi­ gration Statistics werfc presented show- infi that nearly 10,000,000 foreign la­ borers had come to this country in the i last twenty-three years, all of which cans- ) ed hardship to the American working- men. ________ Henry S. Boutell, the Republican candidate for Congress in the Sixth Dis­ trict was elected yesterday as representa tive in Congress to fill the vacancy caus­ ed by the death of E.iward D. Cooke. Owing to the fact that there was but one office to be filled, an exceedingly light vote was polled, the total being only about 43 per cent of the vote of 1896. and the Republican plurality wa* correspondingly reduced, Mr. Boutel! .'ending his Democratic opponent by 848 |||| votes. . ' / jg^The movement which has started 'n China to establish the gold standard „„ in that pountry will probably succeed. "Revolutions never go backward." The American continent,except in one or two npots, abandoned silver as an equal part- ut with gold long ago, and so did Europe, while Asia, led by Japan, is I dropping it now. There is not a ray of pope in any quarter of the globe for the fcDhappy 16 to 1 man. Every country pany importance in the world has given t'p Bryanism except China and Mexico. Kina is about to repudiate it, while Pexico is likely to drop it before 1900. I ttaT'Tbe United States supreme court is [•..,1 disposed to waste much time upon fhe dilatory tactics of criminal lawyers ,ii murder cases. It has affirmed the de­ cision of a lower court refusing a writ of habeas corpus to B>tirrant, the murderer of two innocent young girls in a church at San Francisco. The crime was com­ mitted more than two and one-half years ago, and the trial resulted in a verdict of murder in the first degree. There was nothing in the case to warrant the delay that has occurred except the disposition of American courts to be excessively in­ dulgent to lawyers who defend the worst murderers. In England or France Dur- rant would have been executed a few weeks after his terrible deed. WASHINGTON DISPATCH. President McKinley has personally smashed thjejslato for the Chicago federal offices. He has left the list intact except in one particular, but in that one impor- tart office has insisted on making a per­ sonal appointment. Win. H. Williams, Secretary of the United League club, will be Assistant Treasurer at Chicago, and notLuman T. Hoy, of Woodstock, who was agreed up­ on by the Congressional caueus.. The President has agreed to all the others selected by the Senators and Representa­ tives, but put his foot down in regard to the Subtreasury. Mr. Hoy was specially endorsed by Congressman Hopkins, and in turning down Mr. Hoy the President was unwillingly obliged to give the cold shoulder to the Aurora man, who was a staiuneh McKinley supporter in the early, days of the campaign. The President has finally come to the decision that as Mr. Willieftns had the endorsement of all the bankers of Chicago, and besides was the special representative of Samuel Allerton, who hitherto has not been rec­ ognized, he wou'd have to be appointed During Senator Mason's visit here he was so informed by the President, but Williams' appointment, it was said would be the only break in the slate pre­ pared by the caucus last July.- Tht President took the Subtreasury,; just he did the Postoffice, as his persona! property, and declined to recognize the Congressional combination at all, C. U. Gordon and F. E. Coyne are already in their places as Postmaster and Collector of Internal Revenue. Judge Neeley's Lectures at the State University. A most valuable addition to the law- work of the University of Illinois tin present term has been the series of lec­ tures on "The Preparation and Condud of Trials," by Judge Ohas. G. Neeley, of the Chicago Bar. As a man of high legal attainment1? and one of the most sue. cessful legal practitioners of the Middle West, Judge is peculiarly fitted to speak as an authority ou this subject. In hit- delivery be combines most happily a di rect, incisive scyle with a fertility of illus­ tration and a wealth of humor that makes his lectures at once delightful and impressive. The State University is tt be congratulated that it has among itt- alumni a man of Judge Neeley's ability who is willing to sacrifice his time to tht furtherance of the new Department o Law. K5?" As the result of a practical joke Peter Oleson, of Rockford, is now in the insane asyium at Elgin, and his trial was one of the most pathetic ever witnessed in the county court. Oleson bought a small farm near Durand and with his wife had slaved to pay off a mortgage on it. At the time of Banker Norton's die" appearance heartless jokers made Oleson believe that Norton had mortgaged the little farm and he must lose it. The thought that the result of his years of toil and privation must go preyed on week insanity so de- t|.family, fearing for their lis commitment to the for treatment. Such heartless jokers should be sent to the penitentiary for life. A cough which seems to hah? on in spite of all the remedies which you have applied certainly needs energetic ana sensible treatment. For twenty-five years that stand­ ard preparation of cod-liver oil, SCOTT'S EMULSION has proved its effectiveness in cur­ ing the trying affections of the throat and lungs, and this is the reason why : the cod-liver oil, par­ tially digested, strengthens and vitalizes the whole sys­ tem? the hypophosphites act as a tonic to the mind and nerves, and the lycerine soothes and eals the irritation. Can you think of any combi­ nation so effective as this? Be sure you get SGQTT'S Emulsion, See that th© .nan and fish are on the wrapper. * : 50c. arid $1 .00; all druggists. : SCOTT & BOWNE, Chemists, New York. S3 SHOE in the^World. For 14 years this shoe, by merit alone, has distanced all competitors. W. L. Douglas go.50. s-l 00 and $5.00 shoes are the productions of skilled workmen, from the best material possible at these prices. Also, #2.50 and g'2.00 shoes for men, $2.50, §2.00 and $1.75 for boys. W. L. Douglas shoes are indorsed by over 1,000,000 wearers as the best in style, fit and durability of any shoe ever offered at the prices. They are made in all the latest shapes and styles, and of every vari­ ety of leather. If dealer cannot supply you, write foe cata­ logue to W. L. Douglas, Brocktou, Mas'" Bold by SIMON STOFFEL, West MoHenry. I®" In an address delivered before the Postoffice Veteran's Association, in Chi­ cago, a few days ago, on their civil ser­ vice retirement bill, Congressman Mills said: I nm not much in favor of civil service as it is and has been conducted. To my mind it, has been used during Democratic administrations ^to throw Republicans out of jobs and during , Republican ad­ ministrations to keepDemocratsin place r--etimes think that it would be the bing to divide the positions, half to the Democrats and half to publicans, and let everv man xercise his political rights. Civil service muzzles a man. It says you shall not take a, party position during a cam­ paign. Every American should have a right in office as well as he has out of office to express his political preferences as he sees tit. A Word From Hopkins Congressman Hopkins, who, the Rock- ford Register-Gazette says, has more than once shown himself to be a good exponent of the general sentiment of Con­ gress, is of the belief that the coming ses­ sion will be a short one, probably not lasting longer than May. It will have one advantage in the fact that it will not have to wait until after the Holidays for Congress is already organized for business and can get down to work at once. There is a good sentiment, too, in favor of making it a business session: of disposing of the leading questions that need to be disposed of and bringing the affairs of the session to a conclusion Mr. Hopkins does not look for trouble over the Uuban question, and is convinc­ ed that Hawaii will be annexed without any great fight. Mr. Anthony Hope Hawkins, the au­ thor of "The Prisoner of Zenda," proves, on the closer acquaintance which big vis­ it to this country is now yielding, no lesf attractive as a man than as a writer. His public readings from his own works seem to give his large audiences the high­ est satisfaction; and in the busy course of friendly dining through which he has been put since he landed lie has shown himself the kindliest and most unassum ing of guests of honor. • Mr. Hawkins is now thirty-four years old. He began life as a lawyer, and in 1892 he made a vigorous but unsuccess­ ful canvass for a Liberal seat in Parlia­ ment. While waiting for clients he be­ gan to write stories. He made his wa.f but slowly at first; he had been writing four or five years before he achieved a pronounced success in "The Prisoner of Zenda." "The Dolly Dialogues" follow­ ed and confirmed his popularity. It is an interesting fact that while he is visit­ ing this countrj an American magnzinf will begin jpublication of a sequel to thi story which was his great success McClure's Magazine for December will contain the opening chapters of "Uupert of Hentzau," a new Zenda novel which continues the history of the love and adventures of Rudolph Rassendyll and Princess Flavia. They were extremely engaging people as they.presented them selves in "The Prisoner of Zenda;" but those who have had the privilege of reading the new story say they are still more engaging in it, and that the series of adventures through which it carrier them is one to keep readers sitting up all night. The story has been illustrat ed for McClure's by the a^thor's'personul friend, Charles Dana Gibson. Administrator's Notice* TESTATE of Peter Iverop, deceased. 2J The undersigned having been appointed Administrator of the eBtate of Peter Kemp, deceased, late of |the county oi Mcftenrv and state of Illinois, hereby gives notice that he will appear before t"hr County Court oi McHenrv county, at the Court House. In Woodstock, Illinoi", the January term, on the first Mbn day in January next, at which time all persons having' claims against pain estate are notified and requested to attend for the pur­ pose of having the s«me adjusted. All per­ sons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned Dated this 15th da*y of November, A. D. 1897. 21w4 John Huemann, Administrator. Executor's Notice, STATE of M&thias Lay, deceased. The undersigned having been appointed Executors of the last Will and Testament Mathias Lay. deceased, late of the County of McHenry and State of Illinois. *reby give notice that they will appear be- for" the County Court of McHenry County, at the C^urt House in Woodstock, at thf January Term, on the first Monday in January next, at which time all persons having claims against, said estate are notifi'd and ro uested to attend for the purpose of h&vine the same adjusted. All persons indebted, to aid estate are requested to make immediate pay ment to the undersigned. Dated the 17th day of Nov,, A. D., 1897, J . P . L A Y , M arti n L ay. It costs nothing to feed hogs with Dr Haae' Hog Remedy on account of the "xtra flesh produced and feed Useit in time and avoid risk | i>jr S. Reynolds. saved Supplied WANTED-TRUSTWORTHY ANI) active gentlemen or ladies to travel or responsible, established house 'o H1'?0*8- Monthly $65 and ex pen bps Position steady. Reference. Enclofe self-addressed, stamped envelope. The Dominion Company, Dept. Y Chicago Through Cars to California. Persons contemplating a trip to Cali- iornia should be particular to Bee thai their tukets read via The North-Western Line, and thus avoid unnecessary chanp of cars and delays enroute. Personally conducted excursions to California leave every Thursday. For lowest rates, sleep ing ear reservations, maps, printed mat ter and detailed information, inquire of agentB C hicago & North-Western R'y. 20-Gw Notice of Probating of Will. dec6a»eci° f proljat iBK °f Will of Jacob Meurer STATE OF ILLINOIS, McHekry Count r , , _ TNic!q7 C°urt, September Term, A. D, llt1e heirs at law, devisees, lega to-Ik ia 1 Pereo,ns interested In the estate of Mei! deceasct>, late of McHenry McHenry county, Illinois. By or. ' ' l )ubl ic notice is hereby a h isq7 « a.y,' e 6Ul lay of, December, H0tcl?ck; A- M-» l i ie Court \D Woodstock, in said county, is set wni nf««rt t.b6 of the execution of the ^ t> Meurer. decf ased. and for ^l™' „ting Bald will to probate, when and so desire^ CaD hear(1 in matter if you November T.wS) «"*• Executors, Don't Forget to Attend the THANKSGIVING H A v T t VALLEY GAMP No. MODERN WOOD MBN OF ^MEiUCA.- 97. STOFFEL S NEW HALL, WEST MoKENRV,* No Pains will be Spared by the Manage­ ment to make this the Event of the Season. A Cordial Invitation is Exended to all. M U S I C B Y k Of <1 liinig-o, Illinois. C. H. Granger, West McHenry. T. J. "NValsh, McHenry. Eugene Matthews, Barreville. Murray, Volo. TICKETS, - - - $1.00. Supper Served by Mrs. Dermont at 75c per Coup!e. FEE CFDER CO REMITTEE. On Dress. The Great American After-dinner Orator holds that the success of man in life largely depends on dress, and The International Tailoring Co. of Chicago heartily agrees with him and also with the bard of old who has wisely and well said: " Clothes do not make the man, perhaps, but if you are poor in dress the world is bound to notice it, and somehow love you less." How to be well and fashionably dressed at a moderate cost has been with us a life-long study. To fully appreciate the result call on our local representative. ELAWLUS MCHENRY, ILL.. Examine our samples out of the largest book in the world, and order a suit from $9.75 up. Also READY-MADE CLOTHING AT CHICAGO PRICES. All Wool Suits^ $8 Be sure to call and see me before you buy a Suit. F, LAWLU8. Cpposite Riverside House. Buy Fancy and Sleepy Kyc Flour of 8 Stoffel; FLOOR MANAGERS, Nate Stevens, Ringwood. Ed. Pratt, Waueoada. B. llaue, Nunda, W. P. Stevens, Richmond. (SUCCESSORS TO I'ERRY & OWEN.)G CAPES, JACKETS, Our stock of Clothing is extra large and complete this fall, e are offering some extra line values in Suits at $6, $8 and $10. 'These are suits that we will not be able to duplicate, so don't wait until the sizes are broken. - \ : " . : ' , v In Overcoats End Ulsteis We are leaders. ( are selling the finest Beaver Overcoat for $10,' in blue, black or jet black that we ever saw shown for the money. Chinchilla and Irish Frieze Ulsters for $8, $10, and $12. that are straight bargains at above prices. Guaranteed all wool and of the very best make. ® INFANT'S^ CLOAKS, « In a dozen different styles and pattenrs, trimmed with silk and Angora wool, ages 2 to 6 years, prices from $1.25 to Call and examine them. braid >3.50. Boots, Shoes, Rubbers, Felt Boots, Snag Proof Overs and Lumbermen's Socks, all in and ready for in­ spection. Don't forget us when you want a good article. DEPARTMENT STORE, sx*@>xssr, UNIVERSAL PROVIDE!?, ORIGINATOR OF LOWEST PRICES. GROCERIES! ?ur Gr?c?ry 8l,"ck'? aJw,a's ,re:h t ancj Ct>11)plete. We aim to keepc rly the choicest poods iu this dcpaituieDt. Try our Pure Food Bak­ ing Powder, 25c per pound, - OWEN & CHA.PELL McHenry, Illinois. IN TIME OF FREEZE FOR MOBB. Is a modification of a proverb that will bo appropriate shortly, It t-ugoestp BlfnkHs and other comfortH--that m^ans our Beddirg Section. --Pliers ihirupl out this departn cmt aie lower now than \ ou have tver feen them and lower than they will ev«^r be again, 10-4 gray or.white Cotton blankets, colored border bound edge 49c; 11-4 gray or white Cotton Blankets, full size, colored border, heavy fleece, good quality .... .... .... 98c 11-4 Gray Blankets, very fine, heavy fleece, pretty border, extra weight $1.39 A good, heavy, all wool White Blanket, blue, pink and red borders, 1,0-4 size .... ... A 10- 12.29 A good cotton 4--4 lb. Gray Wool Blanket, guaranteed all pure wool, warp and filling ...... $2.69 Golden Fleece California white all wool Blankets, made of selected soft wool, full 11-4 size, bound with silk ribbon $5.98 filled Comforter, covered with large figured print, sold at a remarkably low price but a good article, 98c Full size cotton filled comforter, covered with s^tine finished print, pretty patterns, well made •.. .. .... $1.49 Silkalinc covered Comforter, tilled with a specially prepared pure white cotton, as flufl'y as down, ruffled edge, tied with pretty colored wool ...... $1.98 Home made Comforter, extra size, tilled with 5 lbs Elgin pure white cotton, closely tied with colored wool .... $2.19 Feather lJillows, satine tick, covered 2 lbs each, per pair $1.29 Feather Pillows, satine tick, covered 3£ pounds each per pair $1.G9 Feather Pillows, satine tick, covered 3£ pounds deodorized live geese feathers, per pair THEO, ,SWAi\. GREAT DEPARTMENT STORE, EI-GIlV, ttL. • OVERCOATS! November is the Overcoat Month, th^cold winds are blowing up the prices on Overcoats is being blown aown. You should make your selections this month while the assortment is complete. WINTER SUITS? "Our stock of Winter Suits was never in as good shape to please you in price, quantity, quality and style. Leather and Rubber Footwear. .As the cold r^ins are coming1, you should in justice 11 youive-t, provide yourse f with the proper Footwear which can be done best out of our stock of the well known Selz, Scbwab & Co's goods. UNDERWEAR - In all sizes, colors, styles, quality and prices. Gloves and Mittens. In endless variety, Far Co.ites, Fur Robes. Plush R<^bes, Durk Cofltd Overalls and Jackets. ^7\ That ear of Flour just in is giving universal satisfaction, The price suits everybody. ' Freeh C'oceries for Fall Business- JQHK or. w EST MCMlnbyt 111 •« 1897 • I Q I I X M A N S O N ' S STORE HINTS Upon the methods of merchandising depends its success. We represent our wares to you just as they are. j e aim to have noth­ ing but dependable goods and guarantee the Lowest Cash Price on every article. Don't you think it safe to exchange your cash for our merchandise under these conditions ? ^ e will tell you about JJgfP Jg line just in of Plain All-W ool, Black Beaver or Astraghan, lined throughout with silk lining, the price has been fix­ ed at $6.50 to close them quick. Don't miss this chance if you need a winter garment. Underwear, Shoes, Felt Boots, Men's Rubber Boots, Overshoes. Of desirable makes and correct cash prices. The economical housewife and master bread makers recommend the "Sweet Cream" and "Very Best" Flour. We sell both. Try a sack. Special Sale Ladies Fleece-Uned Underwear Saturday, Noy. 20 To any who may call, 35c per suit for Vest and Pants. Dark Outing Flannel Begins Monday, November 22d. 44c per yard. JOHN EVAN SON & CO.