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Xmas Gift*: Beoutiful and com plete line of the fam ous :::::: WASHBURN Pianos and Latest Sheet Music, Vic tor Talking Mach ines and Records. Art Music Store EMIL W. SAXL, Prop. TELEPHONE 133 WASHING CLOCK FACES. ••■ie Timepieces Grose Soiled More QnieUly Titan Others. "I've been washing the faces of the city clocks nigh on to ten years, I guess," said a pleasant Scotch-Irish American, "and before that I did it in the old country. There aren't many face washers in this land, and the few who know the business do well at it." He looked prosperous in his tweed suit and derby hat. "Is your work anything like ttfat of the steeple climber?" he was asked. "Bless you, no," he replied, with twinkling eye, much amused, "only in one thing, and that is that mostly sail ors take up with the trade. That's be cause we're good climbers, you know. I've washed the faces of city and church clocks that were ISO feet from the ground, and it took me two and three weeks to do it. I'm a practical clock repairer, too—have to be, you know—and do my work in a huge wooden cradle made for the purpose. Some clocks get their faces dirty in a year or so; others remain clean ten years, and so on. Old Ben, Westmin ster's great clock, is expected to keep clean fifteen years. "In the old days the trade was more dangerous. We used to work from scaffolds and got many dangerous falls. Now we have the cradles and all the fixings and comforts, and if a man keeps his head ho can work as well ns on the curb. How is the pay? Well that's hard to figure, for we work by the job. We don't clean clock faces in winter, so we make enough in the summer to last the year round. Of course sometimes the clocks are taken out of their cases and repaired in the shops. Last year I cleared $2,000 and visited only two other cities, Chicago and Boston. This year I'll make more, because building operations have grim ed the clocks and given our trade a lift."—New York Post. The Word Derrick. The word derrick for a machine used to lift heavy weights is curiously de rived from a London hangman in the beginning of the seventeenth century whose name was Theodoric and who is often mentioned in old plays. "He rides circuit with the devil, and Der rick must be his host, and Tyborne the inn at which he will light" occurs in "The Bellman of London," published In 1616. The name thus corrupted came afterward to be applied, by an easy transition, to the gallows and lat er still to any frame or contrivance re sembling it In shape. A Riot of Ink. Canon Nicholl used to tell how on one occasion he had visited the famous house of the Thrales in that suburb of London where Dr. Johnson was at home. "Johnson," said the canon In recalling the visit, "had occupied two rooms, and these were left as he last used them. The sight was an extraor dinary one, for ink was splashed nil over the floor and even on the walls. It was one of the doctor's habits to dip his pen in ink and then shake it." Discretion. First Lawyer—It seems to me you let that last witness down pretty easily in your cross examination. Second Law yer—I had to. He Is my tailor, and I owe him a big bill. When a man says, "Of course it's no business of mine," it is a sure sign that he is going to do the best be can to make it his business. What Is an Editor! Some boys in an English school were asked the other day to define "editor." Here are some of their definitions: "An editor is a man who handles words," "An editor makes his living out of the English language," "An editor is some body who does not do anything him self, and when somebody else does goes and tells other people all about it," "An editor is a man who has the industry of a beaver, the instincts of a bee and the patience of an ass." What Became of Methuselah? According to the Bible, Methuselah begat Lamech and lived 782 years thereafter. Lamech lived 182 years and begat Noah. Noah was 600 years old when the flood occurred. Was Methuselah drowned? — New York Times. Eavesdropping;. She—I wouldn't be surprised if tht servant girl were listening at the key hole. He—Nor I. That's a woman's trick. She—Oh, indeed? He—Of course. That's why it's called Eve's dropping.—Philadelphia Press. In the temperate zones the maximum of heat is attained about a month after the longest days. Arctic explorers sny tne aurora pro duces an agreeable, prickly, stimulat ing sensation. Sutter Bros. JEWELERS N OW is the time to buy your Christmas Presents, We have the finest assortment of Watches, Dia monds and Jewelry ever offered to the people of Lewistown and Fergus County. We invite you to visit our store and inspect the new goods and styles for the holidays, whether you intend buying or not, we would be glad to see you. If you are puzzled as to what to buy for some friend we are almost sure we can help you to a selection, if you will tell us for whom you want a gift and the amount you want to pay. We hade the finest line of SiltiervOare eOer offered in Fergus County and at prices that will make you buy. There is nothing nicer you could buy for a Xmas present than something in this line of goods—everything up-to-date. We will show you Sterling Silver Toilet Sets at prices that will make you buy. Don't Faii to Gome and Examine This Line of Goods TABLE AND FEA SPOONS Of sterling - silver are always most accept able as a Christmas present, and we have them in all styles and descriptions. If you will call and examine you will surely buy, as everything in this line is of the most stylish and up-to-date to be found in any first-class jewelry store. CUT GLASS Our line of cut glass is simply, and without boast, the linest of its kind ever offered to the people of Lewistown. An examination of this line will convince you of what we say. Everything in this line from the in dividual salt and pepper to the punch bowl. Come and examine our stock before buying RAND-PAINTED CHINA You will surely miss a great offering of this most wonder ful class of goods if you do not call and inspect our line. We especially invite you to call at our store and look over our Hand-painted China, and get prices that will compel you to buy. WATCHES, DIAMONDS, JEWELRY We offer you in this line Gent's 12, 10 and 18 size watches in filled and solid gold cases, that will induce you to buy wnen we quote you the prices. Ladie's O and 6 size cases are of the most beautiful design and will make a very handsome present. We also offer for your inspection rings of every description' from the amethist to the dia mond, and at the lowest possible price. Remember tfe ill lay anything aside in our store for you until Christmas. Come early andeAamine eCery thing in our line. We especially indite you to inspect our goods. FI>htiB( Shorn . Race. "By the way they fight I can tell men's nationality," said a policeman. An Englishman, when he is going to light, throws his hat and coat in a blus tering, bluffing way on the ground. A Scot pulls his hat down tight on his head and buttons his coat carefully. The canny Scot is not going to en danger any of his property. An Irish man appeals to the crowd to hold liis coat. The Celtic nature desires sym pathy and tries to build it up. A Ger man, methodical, precise, folds his coat in a neat bundle and lays his hat on top of it to hold it down. An American is so anxious to pitch In and have the thing over that he starts fighting with out giving a thought to hat or coat."— New York Press. The London Police. When the scheme was first broached fierce opposition developed to the es tablishment of London's metropolitan police, in September, 1829. rolice to patrol the streets of London? Such a scheme was "repugnant to the spirit of English law and to the theory of free government," according to an editorial in the Standard of the day. "As a sys tem of clandestine intelligence the thing is complete," it went on. "The low constable is Instructed to make himself acquainted with the inhabit ants of every house within his beat. And how is this information to be ob tained but by the pumping of the serv ants?" DOCTOR FOLEY FAILS AGAIN Lewistown Physician Appeals From the Decision of State Board Without Success. CASE BEFORE JURY 0E DOCTORS The Local Physician Had Twice Tail ed to Pass ExaminatioR-Case Noted Throughout State. Having taken two examinations be fore the state board of medical ex aminers and mailed to receive a certi ficate permitting him to practice med icine in this state, Dr. John T. Foley of this city appealed from the dtcis ion of the state board and the case was tried before Judge Henry C. Smith last Friday. A jury composed entirely of physicians heard the case. This was the first time in the history of Montana that a Jury composed ex clusively of physicians had been i m panneled, tried a case and had its findings endorsed by a district judge. It was upon the request of Dr. Foley that Hie jury was composed of follow members of his profession. J. A. Walsh represented Dr. Foley, while Attorney General Albert J. Gal en appeared as counsel for the state medical hoard. The jury consisted of Drs. Holden, Treacy, Cooney, Filgman and Miller of Helena, and Dent of East Helena. Only one witness was examined. That was Dr. Foley. He was ques tioned at some length by Mr. Walsh and then by Attorney General Galen, after which the members or the jury propounded a number of questions. These were all along the line of ques tions submitted to Dr. Foley by the state board of medialc examiners. The case was then submitted to the jury, which at 3:20 this afternoon re turned a verdict denying the applica tion for a certificate authorizing him to practice medicine in the state of Montana. Office phones, $2.50 per month; resi dence phones, $1.50 per month. Lewis town-1 fillings Mutual Telephone Co. Bea'tall washers make wash day a pleasant remembrance. See them at Lewistown Furniture Co. E. W. Mettler, attorney lit law. Of fice in Lang building. Oysters In nil styles at Bebb's Oys ter Parlors. Drop in at Bebb's Oyster Parlors for a light luneh. Prices reasonable, Main street. Go to Bebb's for ;i fresh line of ci gars, tobaccos and confections. Fine Sunday dinners at "The Oaks." Fine line of confectionery at Uebh'a new place. Graduate optician. Eyes examined free. E. Sutter. Break Ornbaum returned Saturday night from Chicago to which city he went several weeks ago to consult his partm rs in the Congress Gold Mining and Milling company. The company lias most valuable ground in Pyramid gulch on this side of the Judith moun tains. A tunnel 100 feet in length lias been run and soine excellent assays secured. The company contemplates spending a substantial sunt in the fur ther development of the property and will begin at once driving a tunnel. They will go in at least 500 feet and practical mining men who are ac quainted with the ground believe that the chances of striking a big body of high grade ore is most excellent. Mr. Ornbaum is manager for the company and one of the largest stockholders. Big Bear Lodging House. Complete ly remodeled. Everything entirely new. If you want a good bed come and see us. Over Weaver Bros, saloon. See those beautiful Japanese screens at Lewistown Furniture Co. For Sale—Eight-horse traction en gine in good order, for sale or trade. H. C. Fletcher, Lewistown. If you want a painter, paper hanger or decorator, telephone 136. Curtis & Co. See the rich display of cut glass. Sutter's Jewelry Store. About the middle of January there will be given by local talent a gorge ous production of Gilbert & Sullivan's Japanese comic opera, "The Mikado,' which critics universally agree to be their masterpiece. The piece will lie staged and costumed in a manner never before attempted In uni mu e work and while not all of the cast and chorus, which includes some 50 people, have yet been selected, there is al ready sufficient guarantee that both principals and chorus will of the strength required to assure a first class production. The proceeds of the entertainment wfll go to the treasury of the newly organized Fergus Coun ty Commercial club and tie devoted to furthering the interests of Fergus county and Lewistown, and i very res ident of the county should be interest ed in the success of the undertaking. W. J. Edgecombe has been in Butte for the past ten days and while there has arranged many matters in con nection with the coming production. Bonking by /Wail Is easy, convenient and safe. Your presence is not required. Send your money by post office order, express money order, draft, or check, or If currency, l>y registered letter. Upon arrival we will mail you receipt. This completes the tran saction and checks may he drawn at once. Your Fortune's Foundation Begins with u bunk account. A bank account with us will add to your own Independence; Increase your prosperity and teaches system and economy in the home. Uncle Sam's messengers are safe and sure—never a dollar goes astray. Don't wait for a large sum to begin with. Commence at once—It Is an easy matter. Safety for Ysur Convenience in Your Maney. Business Paying by Check Strengthens Your Credit Affords an absolute protection ns a receipt: tabulates your expenditures and puts you on a footing with the most experi enced business men of the country. Liberality Tempered with conservatlvlsin typlfles the policy of this hank. First INatisnal Bank sf Lewistswn Corner Fifth Avenue and Main Street, Lewistown, Montana. DA VIDjlllLGER E.;o. HUSENBURG Hilger & B The Pioneer Real Estate and Live Stock Commission Agents Land Office Attorneys Conveyancing and Life, Accident and Fire ln= surance Agency. LAND SCRIP FOR SALE I'hone HI LEWISTOWN, MONTA NA 2>o You Eat? You surely do, and you want the best that can be obtained. You Wit! get it at IE'S RESTAURANT Quick and accommodating service. All of the good things the markets afford. Located in the building formerly occupied by the Fad Shoe Store. The First State Bank of Kendall CAPITAL $25,000 We Solicit your business and pay 5 per cent interest on time deposits H. H. Lang, President H. I. Shaw, Viee-Pres. R. L. Henderson, Cashier DIRECTOR** H. H. Lang, H. I. Shaw, W. A. Shaijles J. M. Parrent R. L. Henderson Skins, HORSE UlflCG and CATTLE BllUELO and ail other kinds of RAW FURS bought fur spot cash. lO to 50"^ more money for you to ship Kaw Furs and Hides to us than to sell at home. Write for Price List, Market Report, and about our HUNTERS 1 & TRAPPERS' GUIDE Vo 5 ^. Best thinsr on the subject ever written. Illustrating all Fur Animals. 300 Pages, cloth bound. All about trapping, kinds of Traps, Decoys, Xrap« per* 9 Secret*. Brice $1.50. To Hide and Fur Shippers Sl.OO* ANDERSCH BROS., Dept. 9* Minneapolis. Minn. Subscribe far the Democrat