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The Imperial press., 1905-06-17
SILSBEE
Whats Doing Over at the Pleasure
 Resort on the Shore of Blue Lake

Mrs. J. c. Thompson of Brawey, recently from Sacramento, is visiting Mrs. J. R. Havens.
 Riverside for medical attention for her covering nicely.
 New river is the highest ever seen. If it were not for the levees thrown up by building Elder canal, at least 30,000 acres of our richest farms would be under water.
 The headers and hay balers are busy in the neighborhood. Mir. Pyles' grain is being headed and Mr.. George Avery's hay is being baled this week. The threshers are busy elsewhere but will reach us in due time.
 Superintendent Beach of Water Com pany No. 1, visited this locality Tues day looking after the ditches that are endangered by the overflow. He has a large force working on the Elder ditch at Wild Cat slough and on Elder No. IS.
 James Gray, one of Imperial Valleys most expert vaqueros. is home visiting with his brother, Henry Gray. Mir. Gray just came in from Palo Verde and points on the Colorado river and re- ports all the lowlands there under water.
 A. N. Jones came in from San Diego last Friday, as far as the New river, but being unable to bring his team across the water he left them and crossed in q boat. Finding his place all under water, he started back to San Diego again intending to remain until the overflow subsidies.
The Imperial press., 1905-06-17
Suggestion For Imperial

On account Ol the failure of the Iln- perial canal company 70 furnish proper and safe headgates at the lieadwaters of it's canal system on the Colorado river, the residents ol the Valley, whose lands and crops have been imperiled from overflOws and whose interests are at stake, are naturally anxious that active and effective measures be taken toward securing relief and immunity from tlIiS situation.
 1t Is for this reason among others, that they have advocated the govern ment ewneIshlp of the canal system, believing that such ownership would be for the best interests of all concerned. This suggestion, however, has the objec tlon oI possibly bringing up d contro- versy with the government of Mexico, through whose domain it is necessary to run the main canal.
 In this connection suggestion has been offered by one of the members of the party of the Congressional Irri- gation Committee, which has met with much favor, and carries the indorse- ment of one of the members of the committees himself, Congressman who Is an acknowledged authority on the subject of irrigation, and whose interchangeable efforts in behalf of the Reclamation Service have made him drominent in this week.
 It is thought that this proposition in its operation would eliminate the objec- tiOns inherent in government owner ship of the Imperial canal project.
 It is agreed that inasmuch as the Laguna damslte proposition has been passed by Congress, and it has been T l,,,lt $3,000, ,O0O, it behooves the government to spread tbe benefits to be derived from this undertaking over as large an irrigabe area as possible, reclaming the greatest possible acreage, benefting the largest number of settlers, and making the cost of the reclamation work to each as low as possible.
 This can be attained, it is believed, 1, by putting in extra wide headgates for the Laguna dam and running a canal entirely upon American soil, down to connect with the system of the Inn dents of that Valley with all the water reservoir, and cutting out thir trouble some connection with the Colorado River.
 The government could then make a pro rata or fixed nominal charge for the water so furnished. The Imperial Val ley settlers would no longer be in dan ger from weak or imperfect headgatrs furnished by private enterprise, and the cost of water rights to all persons who come within the scope of the areas reclaimed through the Laguna project would be very materially de- creased
 It will readily be seen that if the zoo, ,000 or so acres, which were inten- ded originally to be reclaimed by the construction of the Laguna works, are to bear the burden of the $3,000,000 ex- pended under that appropriation, the expense per acre would be very much greater than it would be if this $3,- O00 O00 were spent over thee or four times as many acres, which would bear the pro rata burden of the original out lay.
 This would prove d boone not only to the settlers in the areas immediately tributary to the Laguna system, but to the water users of the Imperial canal zone as well.-Times.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
chnnts on the Branch.

The long-talked-of change IN ume
card on the branch road is again be-
mo discussed. as stated in the Eagle
r,s, week. From official sources
comes the news that a new time card,
10 become effective on Aprial 80, has
,,een arranged. Unless another
change is made before that 'Ime
punce,on will then have much better
srain service than now, although there
sill be but one train a day each way.
The train, instead OF starting IRON
Vipton each morning. will start from
Hoonyillc Immediately after the ar
.,v,l of the new river route tram which
Vas put in service on April l. ST.
,,uis mail as well as mail from the
,cs, will then reach Bunccton at S:4O
|. m. instead OF 1875 as 1t now
,ocs. The nainw VIII then 60 on t"
Versailles and return to Upton about
noon. In the afternoon another
ound trip will be made to Versailles
he train returning to Boon"llle late
u the afternoon. making 1t reach
3unceton about AGO O'clock
~I,unCeton Eagle.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
ApDreciated the Democrat.

The following postal from VIII l..
Biersach, written from Berlin, Fried
richstrasse. shows how the home
paper is appreciated when received
by tourists in foreign countries:
Berlin, March 20, 1905
EDS. DEMoCRAT-Please send my
paper TO Provo, Utah, again as Mrs.
Biersach and | will return to the
United States in April. We have
seer Rome, Venice, Paris, London.
etc, but America suits us best.
The DEMOCRAT is the only paper
from America we have seen, 50 its
receipt has been one OF interest to US,
and we can assure you was highly
appreciated. Yours very truly,
W. l.. B~IERsACIr.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
Rowland Brown Wedding.

Last Sunday afternoon Lewis Row.
land and Miss Lee M. Brown of Stow
er came to Versailles and being pos
sessed of the proper license proceed
ed to the NJ. L. parsonage and were
united in marriage, Rev. F.. X. Wolfe
performing the impressive ceremony.
The couple then returned to Slower
where they will reside, the groom hav-
ing prepared for the event by build
ing a new residence in which to take
his fair bride.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
PIDUCTOR 36650.

This fine registered Stallion will
make the season of 1905, at my farm
n mile west of Versailles. Terms
$1,000 to insure a living colt. Any
mare changing hands, the season
money becomes due at once. Care
will be taken to prevent accidents
but I will not be responsible should
any occur.
Farmers wanting first-class stock
are requested to come and examine
Piductor's pedigree. He is a
thoroughbred Hambletonian and one
of the best in the country, and a
natural saddler. Call and see him.
CHAs. p. BROwNFIELD
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
NOTICE.

Having purchased the entire stock
Al groceries including books and ac-
cunts formerly belonging to the hrm
If Gibson e. Buck, request all those
showing themselves indebted to the
arm. to cali 1t once and settle up As
{ must have the money. | also as';
he public to favor me with the liberia
patronage we have had heretofore
Yours Tor cash prices.
w. y. GIIspS.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
ABOUT MATISM.

There are few diseases that inn;ct more
torture than Rheumatism and there is
probably no disease for which such a
varied and useless 10. Of remedies have
been disguised. 70 say it can be cured
is, therefore, a bold statement 70 make,
but Cllamberlain's Pain Balm, which ell
great success III the treatment Of this dis.
ease. One application Of Pain Balng viii
relieve the pain, and hundreds of sui
fe:ers have testified to permanent cures
by its use. Why suffer when Pain BALM
affords such quick relief and costs hut a
trii'e? FOR sale b. Munt1el Drug Co.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
Redmen Visit Scdaua,

4 number OF the members of Ha
Ha Tonka Tribe No. ia OF Rcdmen
of Versailles went 10 Scdalia Monday
and returned on the afternoon train
Tuesday. On Monday night they
visited the lodge where several can
didates were initiated by the cams
from both the Wichita and Apache
Tribes Of that city. the object OF thew
visit being TO iniorm themselves Oh the
work of the lodge. They were well
pleased with the trip, and wcra
royalty treated by the warriors in our
neighboring city. Following are the
anne OF the members who enjoyed
the occasion: ". T.. Wrav. C,has. V.
y. Hudson, c. i. Proper, Chas.
Goodman, Vim. Ducey, &C. Marriott,
Mile Stahl, +. G.. padgett. John
padgctt, w. 4. K'dwcll. Win Half
man, Alex Jacobs.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
GUARDIANS NOTICE OF LETTERS.

Notice rs hereby given that the under.
signed was, on the 3rd day Of April,
appointed guardian of the person and
estate of A. {. Hampton, a person OF
unsound mind, and that letters Of
Guardianship we're issued to him by the
Probate Court Of Morgan County
Missouri, bearing date 5rd day Of April,
1905. All persons having claims against
the estate Of said A. c. Hampton are re-
qnested to exhibit them for al ,owance be-
fore the Probate Court of said county
within two years from the date OF the
publication of this notice, viz. April grid
1907, or they shall be forever barred.
VIM. WENDLEToN, Guardian.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
FROM RICHLAND.

a nice spring shower would be vel
coined in this vicinity.
Aunt Jane Richardson is up and able
to do her house work again.
Nc. Gray and Gehlken will ship q
load OF hogs to St. Louis Wednesday.
Rev. Crutsinger will preach at Rocky
Point on Satur dag nigh, before the 4th
Sunday.
The Sunday School was organized at
Rocky Point on 9th inst, with Jno.
iiickam Sr. :upt.
Several Of the young people gathered
at Jim Richardson's last Sunday night
and spent a few hours in singing.
Mrs. Art Gehlken asst. Supt. Rena
Johnson Secretary x Treasure anb w.
II. Woolery, Mrs. Art Gehlken, and
Mrs. Ezra Fowler a. teachers.
Born to Mr.. and Mrs. J. {. White on
the sixth a fine baby girl. Mrs. White
was very low for some time but we are
glad to report her much improved at
this writing.
At the school meeting at Self Chapel
No. 4 J. J. Jones was reelected director J.
7. Johnson received 81 votes for Co Com.
also johl \. Kline received ~ for road
overseer Of Dist. No. 70!
Miss Net,ie Draffcn is in this part this
week looking after her a school to tescl,
the coming winter from the fact that she
is a pupil of Prot. J. i. Johnson and is
highly respected and is esteemed in her
home community is sufficient proof that
she will be II of Morgans best teachers.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
SUFFERING FROM RHEUMATISM.

There 10 no complaint that is more
common than rheumatism, and, only
those who have suffered from this all
ment know the intensity Of the pain.
Mr.. Geo. W. Kenneman, Hicks City, Mo.
says. II suffered with Rheumatism for
several weeks, and was SO crippled !
could hardly walk. The use Of DR.. Clas-
se's German penetrating LinimeAt at"
fected a speedy and permanent cure
Sold by Muntzel Drug Co.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
Don't Miss 1t.

Don't miss the great Van tmhurs Show
yAich will arrive here OH Us WI spe-
.i,l trains and give two performances III
Versailles Oh Tuesday, April 18th, one
., o'clock in the afternoon and one at
! o'clock in the evcIinV, The doors OF
!, big tents opening one hour earlier
Grand free stree, parade in the forcrooh
IA day of exhibition.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
First Big Show Coming.

Put your business cares aside for one
day and make the advent of the great
Van Amburg Show a holiday. The only
big show coming this year, coming on
its special trains and will pitch its tents
in Versailles OIL April 25th. Don't fail
to see the grand free street parade in the
forenoon.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

It is claimed there are no white horses used in the
Russian army. Perhaps this is to keep the Russian sold
iers from looking out for red-headed girls.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

The governor of Kansas, the governor of Oklahoma and
the governor of Minnesota, are all country editors. What
, chance those editors have to run up their subscription
lists.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

In Old Mexico nine men constitute a jury and a major
ity gives a verdict. If the jury is unanimous there is no
appeal. Hung juries are not known in Mexico.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

The Usage base ball team are said to be such tne bat
.,rs that they don't need any catchers. O., fan US.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

Butler has It's voting precincts handy. Inc tour wares
Of the town are so arranged that each voting place Is eS
tablishcd on either side OF the court house.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

A camel was born at the Zoo in St. Joseph the other day
and the street cars did a big business because of the peo-
pie getting a hump on themselves to see the infant.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

You viii find the most handsomcand
Trustworthy Mn .acry at the very low
est prices at Mrs. J. " Eoles,
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

II has been discovered at the last moment on investl-
rating the ballots that the city council OF st. LOUIS Is
Democratic. as well as the Mayor.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

An 1S-year-old Lamar wife has applied for divorce from
her 1S-ycar-old husband. The best way to settle such
ohild's play would be a frst-Class spanking.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

A Henry county man married a girl who spelled her
name "Mae." We venture to say he'll be 'Maymed''
before he's through with that game of matrimony.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

l.. il. Wiilia,cs. Tho Soith side gro.
cerymap. hand!cs Il choice !iue OF gro.
ceIisss anly-2,rc;iypsL
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

A fellow in Montpelier named S~heepless married a girl
named Lucy Lamb. In this matrimonial alliance the
groom is now ~lambless, while the bride has become
Sheepless.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

AT Parkville a few nights ago lightning struck the town
clock. the time being just right the clock struck BACK.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
TEN PAGES.

The ball has opened. The Mexico Ledger Is asita'lng
/. Fourth of July celebration.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

F. NJ. Cockrel, Jr., son OF the ex-senator, needn'
ever run for office expecting to get the labor vote. He
has just invented a sugar cane harvester that is said to dc
the work of 40 men.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

1t is said the people of Joplin eat LOCO punches OF
bananas every week. No wonder they have a dago set
dement,.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

Frank Keihl and family moved from Atchison county,
Kansas, recently. to Gasconade, Mo-, and the family cat
was moved with the household goods. The cat wasn't
satisfied and decamped. Now the Keihl family is inform
ed that the cat is back at their old Kansas home. the dis
tanee being about 400 miles. The question arises, how
did she make the return trip?
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

Stomach troubles, pains in the limbs
AMI joints, loss Of appetite, dull, drowsy
feeling, is caused by inactive Kidneys.
These organs must be in a healthy o II
dition, OF auch'oomp,aints as these wi !
form. Cav-u-ba uscd as directed will
regulate the kidneys to healthy action,
when these ailments will disappcas.
Sold by Muntzel Drug Co.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

The Kansas City papers are telling the partisan papers
to "cut OUT the reported election gains in that city, a.
they had no spring election. Rather tough on some o
the metropolitan press reporters.
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14
Williams Bros. New Livery Stables

are now open fer business. Give, them
"a call when YOU wsut y stylish rig for
lcity dervirg,,
Morgan County democrat. (Versailles, Mo.) 1900-1906, 1905-04-14

Two unknown Michigan editors are guilty of malice
aforethought. One of them remarked that 'the bee
trust is now cowed.' Whereat the other added, 'Nat
urally this makes Mr.. Roosevelt feel bully"
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08
Col. '. B. Izard Endorsed.

The candidacy of our fellow-citizen. Col. Y. E. I,ard. for Railroad Com missioner Of the Eastern Arkansas district, is being cordially received by many friends throughout the district, and the following extract is Il fair sample of the hearty endorsements he is receiving from other counties The following is taken from a letter from q very prominent and influential dem- ocrat and official of Lee County: II am indeed glad that you have announced for Railroad Commissioner. l know that you are eminently qualified to discharge the duties of that office with honor to yourself and your c0nstitu- ency. You have been q lifelong dem ocrat and have made many sacrifices for your party, and now in your de clining years, it is but meet that you be rewarded in a substantial manner. You may rely upon my earnest SUD- port. Lee County friends will see that you carry the county. With best wishes for your success, am,
 Most truly your friend.
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08
Democrat Times.

Xmas is in the air.
 Mf. Geo, W. Blackwell, Of Memphis. visited Democrat Tuesday He was looking after his interests here. and was the guest of Esq. Thomas.
 We have more mud and less money than any place oil earth-no excep- tionS.
 Mr. W. R. Cotton went to the Bluff City Monday and came back afoot. Walking was not crowded.
 Our poet laureate has at last found q word to rhyme with stove pipe The poem on the beautiful snow will ap- pear later
 Owing to recent rains Fifteen Mile Bayou is rising fast and is now bridge less as usual
 Mrs. II. !. Johnson was the guest Of The Kicker Monday.
 Mrs. W. NJ. Cotton and little sons. Newt and Charlie, will leave soon for Leaton, Alabama. to spend the Xmas time.
 We are glad to note that Mrs. Ada Cochran, who has been quite ill for some time is well again.
 Why is our postmasters mouth like an oyerseer's salary? Ans. Because it reaches from (y)ear to (y)ear.
 MT. Wallace is not progressing very fast hauling bridge timbers.
 Hurry up and send our Xmas pres ents and avoid the rush.
 Uncle Buck is not 30 good this week; he failed to make the fire on one es- pecially frosty morning.
 Mr, Rube Glover, one of the oldest citizens of this part of the state, died on last Sunday, and was buried the following day at Lulu.
 Squire Thomas divides hi. time be- tween rocking in his new chair and Adding
 Mr. ]. NJ. Gunter, of Sand Ridge was "a business visitor Tuesday and reports everything lovely on the ridge, and the goose hanging high.
 Mr. !. E. Munal, of Heth, paid Democrat flying visit Saturday.
 Rev. Mitchell, the propounder of the gospel to the colored people has taken up with the owls in the island y
 Mr, Brainey is still hustiing.
 Uncle MileS-what about that hog aturday night?
 Ella Jones killed the rat, and has seen it's ghost, She declares it is as big aS horse and has red eyes.
 SILVER BILL.
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08
YOcOna.

After preaching Thanksgiving sermon to my congregation on Thurs, day, November 30, it was my pleasure to drive out to Yocona, accompanied by my wife, where we found large crowd who had assembled to observe Thanksgiving. Dinner was waiting for Us. IL was bountiful indeed: such as one alwayStnds in this community, especially on an occasion like this.
 The house was taStily decorated for the occasion. and after dinner an in- teresting program was rendered by the school to the delight of those present.
 Miss Meda McIIaney, of Paragould, has charge of the school and has al ready shown herself thoroughly com potent for her line of work Her home k with Mrs. ". W. Bryan.
 Uncle Jesse Hodges was there with q basket of dinner big enough to feed several families Mrs. W. W Bryan,
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08

Island in which capacity he served for nine years, and is conceded to have been one of the best agents the com pany ever had at this place.
 In the early days of the town. MT Pearson was elected Recorder. for which position his training especially fitted him, and after the lapse of years, he was again chosen for that honora- ble position, and al the time of his death was serving his third consecu- tive term.
 He was consistent member of the Baptist Church. which he attended regularly, and of the Masonic Lodge. of which he was the efficient steward and tyler.
 He owned his home and 20 acres of farming land. two miles northwest of Forrest City, and may be said to have left his family in comfortable circum- stances.
 He was devoted husband and fath- cI' true lflehd; man oi unqueStion- ed integrity and the very best of prin- ciples. He was one of the most fla miliar figures in our city. and was highly esteemed by large circle of friends.
 The Times sincerely regrets his death, and extends the bereaved fam fly it's tenderest sympathy in their great bereavement.
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08
Torture Of a HreaCher.

The story of the torture of Rev 0. D. Moore, pastor of the Baptist Church of llarpersyille. N. Y, will interest you. He says: Il suffered agonies, be- cause of a persistent cough. resulting from the grip. had to sleep sitting up in bed. tried many remedies with cut relief, until took Dr. Kings New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds, which entirely cured my cough, saving me from Consumption. A grand cure for diseased conditions of the throat and lungs. At all druggists; price 50c and Sl 0o, guaranteed Tdal bottle free.
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08

Mrs. Jolley, Mrs. Bird, Mrs. Gray, Mrs. Bryan and Mrs. Beyer are a few whose names l now recall: that pro- vtded the elegant dinner.
 After the childrenS' speeches. l talked 10 the folks along the line of Counting Blessings and Being Thankful"
 We returned late in the evening, after pleasant days outing.
 J. \. MCCORp.
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08
Furious Fighting.

For seven years, writes Geo. W Hoffman. of Harper, Wash " had q bitter battle, with chronic stomach and liver trouble, but at last won, and cured my diseases, by the use of Flee. tric bitters. unhesltatingiy recon. mend them to all, and don't intend in future to be without them i'll the house They are certainly a wonderful medi- cine, to have cured such Il bad case as mlne.o Sold by all druggists, at 50c a bottle. Try them today.
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08
M anhOOd Piils.

will restore lost vitality and lost man. hood in both old and young persons, and will produce strong healthy sex ual power. Who wouldn't be a man. Every woman loves a strong healthy, manly man. And then you will be so happy when you are a man all over. That's what you will be if you will use our Manhood Pills. Sent by mail on receipt of the price, 50 cents; s3.5o per dozen, to the trade. Warranted to do the work or money refunded. Fitz- patrick Drug Company. All Cherry Street, Helena, Arkansas.
The Forrest City times., 1905-12-08
Cure for Sore Nipples

As soon as the child is done nursing apply Chamherlan's Salve Wipe 1t off wllE a soft cloth bpfore al owing the child to nurse. Many trained nurses nse this with the best results Price 25 cents per box. For sale by J r. San deIs.