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Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

~ Mitchell . essloFe.i newspaper
s,sn a Sc Paul = gathering statistics
fss Iournal and slf~ctory q Tho Afro
fhiet ell cuntsin brief sketches M
eats a esssor-s3 ntsn ~ho have ben
ei.-ssly idea tla~sf 9TH the progress sasi
eisysftos - Their Fsce IN the esalnpa
ity H@ siii Fiare eory q TIE sofh
IL The hoas~ a ss~Fy Afro AassFtean IN
tie elfy xystIs
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

Hasel Bslls Wood died at No 20
North Unsou street SUNDAY from con
Sumption She va u years = Age and
bad h~ea IN delicate health fst to- ~
taree nsonths Her cnndit,on was not
regarded "a -erions until about three
seeks ago. She sss daughter - the
hate Thomas ~ Wood The funeral
services acre held ~ th. residence AZ 4
s'ciock yesterday sftsrnoon. sod the re-.
niainz sill b. taksn - Bellevue. phio.
on an early tain fhl- morning
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

ThomAs N. Kerr died reesntiy ct his
homs IN seaeca fsils. New York. aged
- years. He bad relided in Seneca
Falls for upsafds % fifiy years and was
an active business nan. He left three
daughters one of whom. Nrs II. NJ.
Spencer, resides Ia Michigan Mr.
Kerr and John b. Avery u this city
married sisters. the ceremony being .
double wedding, June Is. 1851. over fifty
yeArs ago.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

ell b sszsd Il saoN today. ThsY viii
then b opsn<d and saonsidsssd - sscfs-
s~ry yssAsmus' acIcs In tAs ]. ~ q. A.
baEAiia&
A. r Rshsrfs n sparta reports sizsy
ave osfths and tseass eight DEATHS N
his sosaship IN lst.
fts c. A. W. Ms regular Sunday
train 70 Ottawa Beach vii b~ pat On
s1astAy-
N II. Perkins and daughter Il
chi<sss are WASTING frlends IN this
eir5.
Born-ro Mr. and Mrs J4ncs AiEo.
que u No. 81 Christ street. by.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

Ssov q Dxss& ysiisy cssy kastss Com
p<ay snd the Grand kApsis Chxls eon-
p<ny. The visitors ell be shosB
through the bail<iinx and the sorksax
u the zssocistioa wlii b explsiesd 70
than There vii be . drili IN the
gymnasium. nusir and games snd ses
cream eli be served Nsmh>rs % the
s>.oci~tion vsli make . great effort ~
make The evening peasant one Tor al
uho attend
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06
q. X. a I.
Trains for Chicago.


Leave Grand Rapids "a follows:
10 % a. IN. arrive Chicago s:lo y. IN.
III ~ p. M. arrive Chicago $50 p. IN
Both trains stop at Midway Plsisance
and Hyde Park.
Returning trains leave Chicago 18th
street station a. follows:
3I0p. N. arrive Grand Rapids s:3o
=. m.
1910 p. m. arrive Grand Rapids si5
a "a
secure sleeping aud parior car space
- A. AimquIsi. ticket agent, Union sta
ton. Telephone No. Goi.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

Residents of North College avenue are
complaining u gang al boys who con
grcgate Sundays On baruzrd's addition
Ia play ball. They say the boys are
boisterous and Use profsns and indecent
language loud enough 10 be heard by
citizens ia their residences. II the act
is repeated next Sunday the citizens will
call on the police department to make
arrests
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06
Wansct, p6eu W,,h yaowera

Organized charity has received eight
replies 10 their call fog persons who
wish men and women TO work for
them. A number of persons have asked
for men 10 NOW lawns. but they all
wished u man who owned his own
mower. As the society has no mower
10 let their men borrow they could not
Oil the order.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06
An Exceptional Opportunity

IL now given to those contemplating
buying travelling bag, valise or grip
by Born. "the Halter" who makes his
announcement in another column. We
know whereof we speak when we say no
finer line 81 valises is To bee found in the
city than those carried by Born. and at
the prices made makes il truly an cx.
ceptional opportunity.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

Mira y. c. Bsard's circle for the Di-
vision Street NJ. T.. church will meet
this afternoon at I'D With Mrs II. VI.
Moorman. No. SIT Madison avenue. All
mernbers arc requested 10 be present
aud friends are cordially invited.
The Women VI Grace Hive will hold 4
tea party at the residence VI Mr..
ScLIumps this afternoon.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

The lights shonc with unusual bril-
nancy Saturday evening IT the homo Of
~ A. Hopkins at Harrisonvillc. tho
occasion being surprise party com
posed Of friends and mcrrymakers to
show their respects to the hostess and
spend an enjoyable evening.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

Members Of Phoenix lodge and other
members are earnestly requested To
meet AT their hall on "Wednesday at y.
IN. sharp. to attend the funeral of
Brother J. q. Gray To be buried in
Valley City cemetery.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

The Yaueg Asa C'Afletias s=z--ss.iissi
Ell gre a ffestteea s.nisht - sisa es.s
fioy-s q ~ "A isissseaa Asetsi ~saa
l4ns. wbais~sesh isfsstssFa essa gaa , !.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06
Maccah.es' Anniversary.

All wives and lady friends ~ the
Knights ~ the Maccabees are invited To
participate in celebration 81 the ami
vcrsary of the order next Sunday. June
llth. You will meet al Pearl street.
COMMITTEE
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

Ladies' should take advantage 81 the
- per cent discount sale during this
week at Dayidson's emporium 81 fine
millinery, Powers opera house block. -
Pearl street
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

Walter Lypps. No. ~ Fifth street.
measles: Gertrude VanDyke. Colt ave
nue.. measles.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

T. W. Hiss 4 Co, 81 Monroe street
collect rents. attend a. repairs. tates
&c. Patronage solicited. Phone lsis
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1893-06-06

TEE HKRAIp 10 etili supplying ito rad
ers with the 1872 coins st tim In Chi
esgo they arc being held ~ $50 esch.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
Facts About an Elevator.

The following interesting statistics
of the number Of passengers carried.
and quantity of water used. in the
passenger elevator i'm the Mitchell &
Lyndc building. for one day of H.!
hours run. have been obtained from
Harry l.. Coyne. operator in charge:
Number Of passengers carried. 72l;
quantity Of water used, 1926 gal
Ions; quantity Of water used for
each passenger. 40 gallons. The
water for this service is furnished
by the Mitchell & Lyndc artesian
well. which also supplies the water
for every office in the block. and for
the drinking fountains ut the post Of
iicc corner, Market square. and Spcn-
Ger square. but the consumption for
these latter purposes is not included
In the above figures.
There are two large tanks on the
roof Of the building which act as n
reservoir, and are connected with the
artcsian we'll. They hold 10000 gal
Ions, and are kept constantly full.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
The Athletic Exhibition.

The promised athletic exhibition
at the Milan town hall last evening,
was given under the. auspices Of
Denny Hurley and Paddy Brennan.
About one hundred sports and others
of the tri-cities attended, ard were
well pleased with the program. The
first number was contortionist work
by the two little Milan wonders.
This was followed by local sparing
and fancy dancing. after which the
event of the evening was announced,
namely: the Ground glove contest.
between Hurley and Brennan for
points. Both men proved them
selves very clever.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
FIRST AVENUE.
The Track Right Question Be.
fore the Attorney General.
ARGUMENTS GIVEN YESTERDAY.

No Dlap0s1tt0n on the Part Of the State to
interfere In the Controversy at the Pres-
ent Status Of the Case Opinion Of Gem
er.l N. T. M.loney In the Premises.
The much disputed question as to
railroad rights on First avenue was
brought to the attention of the state
yesterday, in the form of arguments
presented before Attorney General
M. T. Maloney in his Office at Spring
field, on the question of the states
right to interfere in the premises.
There we're present, Assistant Cen
eral Solicitor Mather, of the Rock
Island road; Gen. Supt. II. B. Sud-
low and Col. Henry Curtis represent
ing the X. l. L. p, f. ID. Sweeney
representing the c., b. e. e.. Fred
Hass and City Attorney J. L. Haas.
The latter did not appear as mu-
nicipsl official, but merely as an at
torney retained by interested prop
erty Lolders, The arguments were
participated in mainly by Col. Cur
tbs and Mr.. Haas, and as to the result,
The ARGUS interviewed these two
gentlemen this morning.
Tho Attorney Generals Opinion.
Col. Curtis said: 1.-The attorney
general, after becoming acquainted
with the actual situation, decided
that there was no occasion whatever
for Intervention on the part of the
state. The city of Rock Island had
already duly considered its interests,
and those Of its citizens, and he ac-
cordingly dismissed the application. -
Mr.. Haas said: 1.-The attorney
general gave it as his opinion after
hearing all the arguments and show
ings presented, that there was no
question as to the existence Of a
prima facie case and q violation of
the law, neither of which were de-
MED by the railroads. Aud further
more he was prepared to act in the
matter upon proper request by the
people of this city, or by the council
rs their representatives. But, he
held, as the council had had the mat
ter before them, and being the rep
resentatives of the people, and had
refused to do anything. he did not
feel like acting. Should the council
or number of people interested, re-
quest him, he would feel justified in
Intervening in behalf of the people
of the state of Illinois.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21

The members of the Grocers' Mu-
tual Protection association, in ac-
cordance with decision made at the
last meeting of the association. Dec.
Is. will be compelled to omit giving
their patrons Christmas and New
Years presents, as has been custo-
mary heretofore. This action was
taken in, view of the difficulty expcr-
fenced by the groccrs in making col
lections these hard times, which are
bearing harder on the grocers than
any other class of business men.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
Died In Wichita.

The Wichita Eagle of Dec. IL has
the following concerning the death
in that city of a former Rock Island
county citizen:
At 1Oo'clock yesterday, surrounded
by his loving parents and other
friends, G. +. Dickson yielded his
spirit to the God who gave it, and
calmly passed to eternal rest.
Frank, rs he was best known, was
25 years old and unmarried. Before
he had attained the age of manhood
he held an important position in
commercial life, being manager of q
large lumber yard at Salt Lake.
Utah. until about a year ago, when
he returned to Wichita afflicted with
the malady which eventually caused
his death. He was young man of
promise, and had he lived and re-
manned in good health he would un-
doubtedly have risen to a high plane
in the commercial world, as he had
splendid business qualifications.
His death was the result of an
operation that had been performed a
few days ago, in hopes of prolongins
his life and relieving him of the most
excruciating pains.
Frank was the son Of George NJ.
Dickson, chairman of the board OF
metropolitan police commissioners.
The many friends of the heart broken
parents are very much grieved al
their loss. and this grief was mani.
tested in many quarters and in vari-
Gus WAYS when the sad news became
public.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
ASHOCKING DEATH.
which Overlook John varpaie
at the Arsenal.
BOTH HANDS WERE BlowH OFF.

. Snen Bursts White He b Carrylns II.
with frsgAtfai Ressiss-rAe Unfortunate
Man Expires shortly AFTER The Acc,s...
-fsr'sealsrs ofthe Horrible Aassr.
John Varpale. of Moline, a l.borer
Mt Rock Island arsenal. met a shock.
ing AID horrible death this morning.
'VarPaie was one Of a squad of men
working under Foreman Totteu in
the blacksmith department adjoining
the foundry. and removing the sabots
from u number Of discarded So-ipch
parrot shells. The men had been
frequently cautioned to observe the
utmost care in handling these shells.
nut rs the one Varpale had when the
accident. occurred. contained no fuse
plug-a clear indication that It was
unioadcd-he felt no unusual fear in
handling it, but as he was about to
place 1t with the others, it exploded.
tearing both hands into shreds. and
rendering the man unconscious from
the shock. He was carried to the hos.
Pital. and DR.. Preston, of Davenport,
who was Mt the arsenal. summoned
to attend him. Meanwhile a message
was sent for Drs. Craig aud Carter.
OF this city. and both responded
promptly, but the unfortunate man
expired before they arrived, having
failed to regain consciousness.
This aftcynoon Deputy Coroner
Eckhartis conducting an inquest at
the request otcol. Burlington.
OtlGprs Iajarcd.
Robert WinterbottOm and John
Mahony. of this city, who were work.
ing with Varpalc, were slightly, but
not seriously injured.
What canscd the accident is As
much Of mystery rs it is. that hav.
ing occurred. the poor fellow was
not blown to atoms. varpale was IS
years OF age. and has family in Mo.
lire.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
KNOWLEDGE

Brings comfort and improvement and
tends TO personal enjoyment when
rightly used. The many, who live bet.
Ter than others and enjoy life more, with
less expenditure, by more promptly
adapting the worlds best products to
the needs Of physical being, will attest
the value to health Of tho pure liquid
laxative principles embraced in tho
remedy, Syrup Of FigA
Its excellence Is due 10 It's preHntiug
IN the form most acceptable and pleas.
an, to the taste, the rcfrCshing and truly
beneficial properties Of q perfect lax
alive; cfIcctually cleansing the system,
dispclling Gods, headaches and fcvers
and permanently curing constipation.
Il has given satisfaction 70 millions and
met with the approval Of the medical
profession, because it acts on the Kid.
news, Liver and Bowels without weak.
ening them and il il perfectly free from
every objectionable substance.
syrup Of Figs In for sale by oil drug
gists in 50c and 81 hotties, but Il b man.
afactured by the California Fig Syrup
Ia. only, who>c name is printed on every
package, also the name, Syrup If Figs,
and being we'll informed, you will not
except any Substitute II Offered.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
Al the Hospital.

Besides the operation peri ormed
upon Isaac Richwine. NJ st. Antheny's
hospital yesterday. Drs. Myers.
Wheeler. Middleton, Assay, Emily
Wright and two medical students
from Davenport. performed two ope-
ra4iops. -One OF these was the
removal of an internal abscess
from the person Of Mrs. Elizabeth
Know, and the other was performed
upon Charles Baker, who is suffering
from an internal disease.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21

Self closing umbrellas.
Persian handle umbrellas. blue.
Smoking jackets and fancy vests.
Fancy silk handkcrchiefs. ~
Dressing gowns and bath robes.
Furs for ladies and children.
Persian imported neckwear.
Fancy. plain and novelty muffiers,
Full dress shirts and protectors.
Seal caps and fine hats.
Silk and satin suspenders.
Call and see our novelties, we have
new things in every line we carry.
LLOYD & STEWART.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21

Catholic book store, prayer books,
devotionals, Christmas cribs, wax
infants, angels, Christmas tree orna-
ments, Christmas cards. almanacs.
onc-half pound Christmas wax can
dies. patent wax Christmas tree
candles.
Toys So per cent below retail prices.
No. 2s05 Fourth avenue, Rock ISL
and.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21

Christian Redeckcr died last eve
ming at 11:l5 of scarlet fever at his
home, 707 Twelfth street, aged II
years, . months and 10 days. He
was the son of Mr.. and Mrs. Ben
Redccker, and will be buried ut 8
O'Clock tomorrow morning from the
late home. su.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21

Daniel H. Burnham and FRANK q. Mil
let are getting out an illustrated history
Of the Worlds fair to be sold for q 900 .
copy. This, however, will be an edition
d duke" A cheaper edition i promised.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
A Christmas Stocking for the v. NJ. c. A.

A Christmas Stocking for the v. NJ. C. A.
The Young Mems building will be
dedicated New Years day and open
ed every day in the year following as
a home and headquarters for all
young who will avail themselves of
its privileges. The value Of these
privileges would be greatly increased
if the building was complete in its
equipment. The following sugges-
tons are mode silly mad. by Secretary
Blakeslee with the hope that some of
our citizens will count the association
among the friends not to be forgot
ten on Christmas day.
For the Oflice-A small fiat desk.
two office chairs, a letter press and a
type writer.
For the Parlor-A carpet, centre
table. easy chair and rocker, vim
dow shades and portiere.
For the Kitchen-Two hundred
cups. plates and saucers, with plat
ter cake dishes. kitchen spoons. etc.
For the Class Room-A long Ia BILE,
black board, three dozen cane seat
chairs and window shades.
For the Toilet Room-A backing
stand.
For the Reading Room-Subscrip-
tions to papers and magazines. also
books for the library.
For the Gymnasium-A complete
outfit.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
rhe We.ther rorecast.

Generally fair weather. only slight
change in temperature; southerly
winds. +. j. WALz, Observer.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
Notice..

Highest cash price paid for grease
and dead hogs at the Farrell Fertilix-
ing and Rendering works.
G.. Z. WIvILL.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
Organs Must Go.

Organs Must Go.
l have second hand organs. nice
styles and in perfect order. that l
wish to close out to make room for
pianos which are arriving daily from
the factory.
9-stop Mason & Hamlin.
! 1o-stop Kimball. chapel.
IL =. :. r. parlor. 7
l9 Wilcox White. 81 +
Is g kimball, cymbella.
10 =. Chicago. cottage.
II you are in need of an organ, call
in and l will give you prices and
terms to suit you. ID. X. 30 wLBY.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21

The fair which has been conducted
successfully ut Armory hall the past
two days concludes tonight, when the
prizes will he awarded to ticket hold
crs. The fair has been well worth v
the support ii has received, and
much praise has been given Col. Lew
Ginger. under whose direction it, as
well as the entertainment ut Har-
pcr's theatre have been presented.
The post relief corps should realize
handsomely from the proceeds Of the
week.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL.

a ricssant Entcrtainme,t At Augustana
Coiicge-The q. A. q. Fair.
The Christmas festival given by
the lyccum Of Augustana college. in
the college chapel las, evening. and
participated in by the Phrcnokos-
milan and Adclphic societies was well
attended and proved very enjoya-
bic affair. The program was as fol-
lows:
Anglers Chorus ............-.- ............ Clark
Frank johnson
Hail to T,cc. Great Ming ...................po Dow
Alma Larson, Anna strand
How the Gospel Came To Jim oaks.
Anna wes.man
A Drcam ~ Brthich. IN ........,.... Rodney
Prof. G,ifli h, Swcn>on, Schillis gcs
affecting of the Wise Men. ......... Wallace
On AIdrr-on. MIL, r. j n Brandel'c
Legcndc ..................-......W ieniawrki
AE Wilson
insprer and Hca CT Of lr yer ........... Gcibel
Prof Grifiith. Agnes Brlniey
Heading OF the Christmas story. Luke
CT sodcrg'cn
fastut-i Sympuory II anuel
Frank Johns0 on
ca wcnd,n :
Snu tmas An'ncm -...............- OO5-
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1893-12-21
ANEW POST.



Public WORKS In Davenport.
E.'w. Boynton, of this city, was
appointed commissioner of public
works by Mayor vollmer. Of Dayen-
port. last evening, and his nomina-
tion was unanimously confirmed by
the city council. The Democrat
speaking Of Mr.. Boynton's appoint
ment says:
In selecting Eugene W. Boynton
for the important and responsible
position of commissioner Of public
works the city council did a good
thing last evening. Mr.. Bovnton has
long been q resident of this city. and
he is an engineer Of long experience,
good qualifications and undoubted
ability. He has been actively en-
gagged in engineering work for more
than 80 years. During that time he
has been employed in responsible po-
sitions in survey and improvement
work on the Mississippi, on various
surveys and examinations for water
powers and other improvements on
Rock river and the Mississippi, on
different railroad surveys and In city
work. He entered the employ of the
c.. K. 1. & P. road in 1879, coming
there -frem important work in the
city of Rock Island. where he is
highly regarded. He has been con-
nected with the engineering depart
mcnt of the road ever since. At the
present time he is assistant engineer
of the lines included between Davcn-
port, Council Bluffs, Leavenworth
and Atchison, Kan, and st. Joseph,
Mo.
Practical Man.
He is thoroughly practical man.
just such as Davenport needs in this
position, and an agreeable and pleas
ant gentleman in all his dealings
with his associates and fellow-labor-
ers. General satisfaction was en-
nreSSed af his electiou Last avenipu
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-12-21
a "NntionaI Bouuuct."

Among the many suggestions concern
ing national flower, one which comes
from Vermont farmer has decided
point and interest. He proposes that we
Shall not attempt to settle upon IL ma
tional flower, but let each state choose a
state flower, and have IL national bou-
quet,' composed OF all the state flowers.
Already certain of the states have en-
blems which would make very appro-
pirate and pretty elements in such !,
great American nosegay.
Massachusetts people prefer the trail
ing arbutus for an emblem. California,
OH the other side of the continent, has by
law adopted the cschscholtzia or poppy
as its state flower. The cedar sprig of
Vermont and the pine branch of Maine
would contribute a needed tingc of green
to the noseSay, while the orange blossom
of Florida would lend its fragrance, and
the mountain laurel of Alabama would
crown it resplendently.
The goldcnrod and the aster would bo-
long to the first state which should for
mally adopt them, and so would the
graceful shooting star of the central west
and the prairie rose. There are flowers
and trees enough to go around"
A bouquet composed of all these state
flowers and tree branches would grace
all formal occasions and would typify
the union of the states. 1t would say
"E pluribus unum' to the ordinary in
telligence more plainly than the Latin
motto does. Companion.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-12-21

The Little Rock Gazette has got every
body mixed up by bringing forward u
new pronunciation of the name Arkan-
sas. No one but Englishmen or Bosto-
mans pronounce the word as it is spelled.
1t was understood that the legislature of
the state some years ago officially fixed
the pronunciation as Arkansaw. Here
comes The Gazette, however, with IL
poem entitled my Happy Little Home
In Arkansas" i'll which the final syllable
of Arkansas is made to rhyme first with
flow" and then with below" This
indicates that the native pronunciation
of the name is not Arkansaw but Arkan-
sow, and we are at sea again. The Ar
kansawyers or the Arkansowers should
settle this matter once for all. 1t is be-
coming puzzling and annoying. Per-
haps Mr.. Opie Read, the Arkansaw
Traveller, could pnt an end 10 the dis
putc.-Chicago Herald