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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1905-12-07
NEW INAUGURATION DAY.


At meeting in Washington. on
Tuesday last of the national commit
tee on the proposed change of inau-
guration day it was decided to recon-
mend to Congress the adoption of a
measure changing the day to the last
Thursday in April. 1t was also de-
cided that it would not be wise to
complicate matters by making any
recommendation to Congress as to
the changing of the time of its meet
ing.
The committee consists of A Cover
nors+of States and Territories and 10
residents of the District of Columbia.
The meeting was held in the board
room at the District Building. and
Commissioner mcfarland, chairman,
president.
Commissioner mcfarland opened
the meeting with an address, in
which he reviewed the work of the
committee since it was organized three
years ago. He referred to Senator
Hoar's resolution naming the last
Thursday in April as the new in
auguration day in proposed amend
ment to the Constitution, the only
method of changing the date, which
was supported by the committee,
which passed the Senate, but which
did not reach a vote in the House.
Letters were read from 81 Cover
nors, all expressing themselves in
favor of the proposed change. A sta
tistical report of the Weather Bureau
was read, in which the advantage of
the latter part of April over the first
of March as the time for the inaugu.
ration was shown.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1905-12-07

der the law to publish the election
notices, ballot, etc, the charges we
have made for this service would not
be less. The only thing that hurts
the Journal is that under the law it
is cut off from participating in the
election publishing. A purely selfish,
and If our readers will excuse us, hog
gish, motive, prompts it to make
these annual assaults upon the honor
and credit of its contemporaries.
The Journal, ever since its estab-
lishment, has been thrusting at the
honor and integrity of men its equals
morally at least, men who have con-
Quoted their business upon principles
of business and who have not wrong
ed their fellow men Intentionally.
In reply to the Journals statement
that we failed to recover for work ex-
ecuted under our contract with the
County Commissioners. We admit
that we failed to recover for such
work. being we'll aware that CON
tract is contract, but we did recover
for work outside the contract as will
be seen by referring to the docket of
Justice Gender. One item for which
we sued was for blanks printed for
the County Treasurer which we con
sidered as not coming within the
terms.o the contract and this action
was based upon the fact that the
journal was paid extra for this
piece of work when it did the county
printing several years ago, although
the contract then in existence be-
tween the Journal and the County
Commissioners was identical with
that entered into by this paper and
the Commissioners.
We have gone into these details
for no other purpose than to place
ourselves in the proper light before
the public. We feel that our hon
or as law abiding citizen and
as a man in an honorable business
has been attacked by the repeat
ed and uncalled for rantings of tits
mongrel Jo1rnaI and we propose to
assert the right to defend ourselves
by law, free speech and by our pen.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1905-12-07

not day passed that did not afford
proof of the making or unmaking of
laws.
The legislature of 1900 made a weak
effort TO put some restraints on the
lobby. but the act passed has had
little or no beneficial effect and can
only be regarded as "A farce. This
measure dignifes the professional
lobbyist with the title Of legislative
agent, and provides for his registra-
ton in a book to be kept by the sec
rotary of state. When last seen that
book consisted principally of blank
leaves and the very few names it con-
tanned were not those of the men
who are well known as lobbyists. I'm
der this act failure to register is a
misjemeanOr, punishable by a fine,
but as no state officer IS assigned to
the duty of enforcing the law, no
lobbyist has ever yet been called to
account or punished IN any way.
If the lobby is ever to be broken
up-and Maryland legislative sessions
will never be free from scandal until
this is done--a more radical law must
be passed, one that can and will be
carried out. 1t is yet too early to pre-
dict just what Important measures
will be laid before the General Assem-
bly, the coming winter, but all can rest
assured the lobby will be able, unless
held in check. to find some that will
afford the rich pickings for which it
is always looking. 1t is even now on
the search for corporations that it
thinks will stand plugging and when
it goes on such a search it never comes
home empty handed. If the mem
bers of the Maryland Assembly of
1906 wish to make clean record they
should make, at the very beginning,
open war on the lobby and drive from
the StatehOuse, and even from Anuap-
oils, every professional promoter of
legislation.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1905-12-07
Do WITHOUT A LOBBY.

Governor Warlield has put himself
on record as strongly in favor of leg
isiation that shall put an end to the
lobby, which is always to he found at
Annapolis during the session of the
General Assembly, and which often
plays conspicuous and influential,
thought discreditable, part in the
making of Maryland laws. War on
this enemy of good government can
never be an easy contest, as the stake
for which the lobby fights is generally
a rich one and the men who make up
this body for the promotion or for
the destruction of legislation are skill
full and shewd politicians, who make
considerable cash out of their biennial
visits TO the state capital; who. in
fact, look upon each successive as
sembly as a rich mine to be worked
for all it is worth. These men do not
even make secret of their labor as
lobbyists. Not only do they put in
an appearance in the corridors of the
Statehouse, but they do not hesitate
to enter the halls of both Senate and
House and can frequently be found
in the committee rooms, even when
the doors are closed. In fact, they
seem to look upon themselves as
privileged characters and resent any
attempt at interference with what
they seem to consider legitimate
occupation. Too often do members
of the legislature treat these profess
sional lobbyistswith mostdistinguish-
ed consideration, answer their calls
and even obey their orders when it
comes to a vote on measure in
which they are interested. At the
last session the lobby may not have
been more bold and more dictatorial
than it had been in years gone by,
but it was always in evidence and
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1905-12-07

We will issue time or demand certificates Of deposit
pay you interest if your money is left with US.
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Died.

JOHNsON-At his home near Oak
land on Monday, Cornelius johnson,
aged about 20 years. The deceased
was an old soldier being member of
the 9Th West Va. Inf His funeral
took place Yesterday.
WILSON-At his home near Blaine.
Robert G. Wilson, who was born Nov.
IA, 1885, and died Nov. %, 1905, aged
70 wears ana 10 days. He was con
verted in 1874 and united with the NJ.
+. church at Blaine, and lived a CON
sstent christian life He was laid to
rest in the Hamill cemetery near
Blaine. 70 the bereaved ones the
sympathies of the community is ex-
tended,
BROCK-Ruth Olive, daughter of j.
E. and Laura Brock, of Blaine, enter
ing her fourth year, was attacked by
diphtheria. After its force was spent
in her throat paralysis of respiration
and circulation completed the work.
She now rests sweetly with the angels.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1905-12-07
THURSDAY, DECEMBER :, 1905

LAST week the American nation
had the Thanksgiving turkey This
week we have with us the Assem- lage
of Congress.
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Mr.. George T. Brew, of Ronceyerte.
West Va, is here visiting old friends
for few days.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
DICI S-F RA/IE K.

NIT. Clarence Dicus. the efficient night operator at the Rock Island de pot in this city. and Miss Mary Frazier. of Little Rock. were married on Thurs day morning of last week al Lonoke. It was Gretna Green affair. the parents of the bride opposing the union. But like nearly all similar cases, this opposition only served to draw the young people closer together. with the usual result.
 In order To evade the watch set upon the depots. the young folks took a hack and drove To Lonoke. where NIT. Dieas has relatives and where the ceremony was performed. Leaving his bride at Lonoke, MT. Dicus returned to Forrest City. but said nothing of his marriage, and it was great sur prise 10 his friends when, on Sunday night, she alighted from the train and was introduced by him as his wife.
 Mrs. Dicas is lovely little lady. charmiug in manner and very intelli- gent, and We certainly congratulate Q our young friend upon having won such woman for his wife.
 The couple are doing light house. Keeping al Mrs. John Fitzsimmon's
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
90 Male and Female Riders.

Ms. G. w. Kirby returned last night from Steele, Mb, where she went on Friday night of last week to attend the funeral of her sster-in-law. Ms. w J. Coburn, and while absent vas the victim of n very painful accident. As she was in the act of alighting from the cars at Steele the train started for ward with jerk and Mrs. Kirby was thrown upon pile of stone ballast be- side the track One of the bones of her left foot was broken and that mem. Der otherwise badly injured. The hurts are extremely painful, and Mrs. Kirby is barely able 10 get aronnd, even with the aid of crntches. Her many friends regret the mishap aud sympathiZe with her in her affljctlon.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
Martin and Minor Acquitted

Martin aud Minor, the men charged with campticity iH tHe murder of Walter Gray the young merchant and planter, 0n the St. Francis river some time ago. which aH,peakable tragedy is still fresh in the minds of our people, We're acquitted Wednes- day in the circuit court at Helena. Where they had gone on change of venue from this county. Not d wit ness for the defense was examined. Alter large number of witnesses for the state had been heard the lawyers Tor the defense stated that they would introduce no testimony, resting their case on the evidence adduced by the state. Judge Hutton then announced that no evidence had been given Co show the defendants connection with the crime and ordered the jury to re turn verdict of not guilty. This was uone, and the prisoners were discharg- ed. They came 10 Forrest City on the evening train.
 There has been some mild criticism o1 the court 's action in ordering a yer dict of not guilty, but those who make these criticisms are. unfair Judge Hutton Was i'll position to analyze the testimony fom perfectly impar- tlal point o{ view. IL k his duty tO do this If he saw that there was no sane evidence to show the compltcity of the accused with the oiIense with which they were charged, it certainly was his dutyto act as he did. To havt done otherwise, would have arguec him uqfl taoecupy tue exalted posi tion be aees aud wield the great powereeffferrcd upon him.
 The brutal assassination uf Walter Gray was horrible affair. and W, would rejoice 10 see tHe perpetrator of that crime swing for il. but WI want innocent man 10 suffer. Judg, Hutton has said that the prosecution produced not one iota of evidence l. show the guilt of Martin and Minor and since he has said it we believe it
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
BUSTER BROWN IN TOWN.
He Attracted Big Crowd and Had
 Enthusiastic Reception.

Buster Brown was here Monday. ac- cording to appointment. and he and his faithful companion. Tige. attract ed more attention, especially among the juveniles. than any circus that ever struck town.
 M lo d. ID. he appeared in front of Brandon. Baugh X Co. s. attired in a Buster brown suit 0f red. cap and all. .Tige was with him. of course. TiCe had a red cap aH his head large blue silk scarf around his neck. a pair of Spectacles upon his nose and a pipe in his mouth, and presented about as comieal all aspect as one might en- counter in days journey. though he conducted himself with the utmost decorum and selemnity. The twain sat ill a buggy, from which Buster ad- dressed an audience of about 500 ad- mirers. distributed souvenirs and booklets descriptive of Buster Brown Blue Ribbon shoes and Buster Brown suits. and descanted upon the merits .of those popular and useful articles.
 After this part of the program was completed Buster and Tige drove through the principal streets of the town, accompanied by NIT. ]. D. Yer ser, the popular head of the shoe de- partment at Brandon. Baugh X Go s. Tom Sweat, the colored porter of the establishment, on horseback, preceded the conveyance as herald, blowing shrill blasts from a trumpet and quick ly bringing the people to the doors. Along the route everybody turned out to view the novel spectacle, the chil- dren clapping their hands and scream ing with delight. A crowd of at least a hundred boys followed the buggy throughout the entire length of the parade, yelling and cheering Buster and Tige, and their clam0r was some- thing fearful. even for party of ex cited urchins.
 It was the most unique advertising a1iiNiiC ONtl iiitiohuN't III 1ll4S S'o- ton, and was drawing card of telling efficacy for the Brown Shoe Gompany's wares. Busters popularity with the children set every enc of them to talk ing about the goods he represented, and Buster Brown Blue Ribbon shoes and Buster Brown suits are all the go.
 Buster and 'fige went from here to osceola. where il k quite probable their reception Was fully as enthusi- astie as that accorded them i'll Forrest City.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
MORE LOCALS.

One of the worst Transforms in the history of this section visited us sun day. The downpour Was unusually heavy and high wind accompanying II made havoc with trees and fences. Altogetl CT, Sunday was an ugly day.
 Quality does not recognize price as serious competitor. However, we have both in our superb line of mems work shirts, Overshirs and dre shirt T. The quality is AS good as the best aud the price Is bound 70 please you. Come and see our line. Kirby X Stout.
 Mrs F A Rolfe and Ms J. S. Shltld spent Monday in Memphis, shopping Mss Sula snyder, ot Jones' bnlo, met them iu Memphis and accom- panied them home. She will spend the Winter With Mrs. Rolte, much lo the deAght of society
 kuhy X Stout are handling a speH- did llne of Misses ana Boys Caps, at popular pricrs, and viii he glad show you thelr late styles. Ca ch the Inspi, fati0n that passes through your miud, aud don't put il eff Bny now while lhe stock is complete and hobby.
 Attention lis directed tn the adyer. fisemrnt of Mt II r. Sehmrtt. the laiIui. which appear. ltt tas issue Mir. Sehmitt vas formerly tu business In Forrest Citv, and thp superior quality If iu~ work evoked high eHeo4lums from all who had dealings with him Forrest City needs a tallar, and It conldn't get better one than Mir. Schmtt. We welcome hm back.
 Look well into our big new stock of WaiStlngs, all new goods for this sea. son < weAr. Here's chance to get just what SOu want, and the cream of the market, at prices which will not hurt your purse Russell Graham All defson Company.
 X mammoth iron safe fer the use of The J. W. Beck Go, was moved with good deal of difficulty, under the supervision of Marshal Wilder from the depot to the store last Saturday. This firms business is enjoying a very grati- flying increase, and the new precaution- ary safeguards are in the interest of their customers as we'll as their private papers, etc.
 The fall and winter stock of clothing at Brandon, Baugh X Co.'S strikes the average purchaser as one of the very finest bargains ever offered in Forrest City. No house can possibly compete with their prices, because no house handles the same quality of goods for the money. Call and see them and get your winter suit.
 A negro named Clay Reeves, from Palestine, was the vic.im of serious accident Saturday about l o'clock. His team became frightened and ran away, throwing Reeves out. He lit on his head and was apparently dead when picked up. The blood was flowing from his mouth, nose and ears, and, al together, he presented sorry spectacle. It developed later that he was only stunned, but how he escaped with his life is miracle.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
IN SHAKERTCNN
In Shakertown the people all

In Shakertown the people all Shook late and early. large and small. Some blamed their ills on their religion; Some cursed the ague of the region. Though on the cause they didn't agree They shook with unanimity. A traveller, as he passed that way, With pity deep, to them did say: "Oh, why in this sad state remain, When here's cure for every pain?" Then gave each one-this is no myth A bottle labeled "Wintersmith " 'Twixt hope and fear each drank his
 share Was cured completely then and there; And no more shake these shivering
 Shakers; They've grown as quiet as queer-clad
 Quakers; Each loves the other with love platonic, And all praise Wintersmith's great
 tonic.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
Broke q Record.

While the attendance here was lar ger than for any other show ever at Etlingham, 1t did not equal that at Sullivan. The state record was brok- en there, not excepting Cook county. At Sullivan the show gave three ex- hibitions, and the paid admissions were 22, ,36l.-Efingham GID Daily Record, October s, 1905.
 The above refers to the Great Rob fnson Shows, which will exhibit in Forrest City on Tuesday, November 2l.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
o. M NithOLSf Executor J. R. Cole, Deceased
Deafness Cannot be Cured

by local applications. as they fail tn reach the diseased portion of the ear There is only one way 10 cure deafness and that is by constitu. tonal remedies Deafness is caused by an unnamed condition Of the mucous lining of the Eustachian Tube When fhis tuhe is in named you have rumbling sound or i'm. perfect hearing and when II is entirely closed, deafness IS the result, and unless the inflammation can be taken out and this tube Is restored to its normal condition hearing Will be destroyed forever; nine cases out of ten are caused by scatarrh. which is nothing surfaces.
 We will give one hundred dollars for any case of deafness (caused by eatarrh) that cao . not be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure. Send for circulars free
 F. J. CHENEY & CO, Toledo, Ohio.
 Sold by druggists, s5e
 Take Halls Family Pills for constipation.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10

During the week commencing Mon day, November 20, there will be held al Wynne street fair and carnival under the auspices of the Volunteer Fire Department. The chief attrac- tiOn will be the Whitney Greater Shows, the leading carnival company of America, with the best and cleanest performances ever seen in a like work. Nothing to offend; everything to enter tain and amuse. See the printed show bills for particulars. This carnival will be well worth the seeing.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10

Governor Davis did not draw a crowd at the circuit court room of Jackson county last week, and at trihuted it to lack of advertising. It was really due to the fact that the governor Is fast becoming q back number.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
House and Lot For Sale.

The old school house and lot in the town of Forrest City, it being lot 36 in block 76. Said lot is 2SQfeet square. Apply to John Calling.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
Has Stood the Test 25 Years.

The old original Groves Tastelpss Galt Tome. You know what you are taking. It ts iron and quinire in d taSteitss toTm. No cure, no pay. 30:
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10

Mrs E A Rolfe and Ms J. <. Shields spent Monday in Memphis, shopping Mss Sula snyder, ot Jones' hoIo, met them iu Memphis and accom- pauied them home. She will spend the winter with Mrs. Rolte, much to the deAght of society
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
To Cure a Cold In One Day.

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab lets. All druggists refund money if il fails to cure. E. ". Groves signature is on each box. 25c.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
FRIDAY AFTERNOON. Nov 10 rada
1 N N OUNC EM EN TS.
For Chancellor

The Tines ts authorized fa aHnaunce Judge J. k BEA>IHA. ss candidate ttff Hauceiier of the Fifsh =GheHcery Circuit -Htiect ta the action oi the Democratic party al its primary election aa March Isai.
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10
Notce Of Sale of Stock of t46ds

Notice Of Sale of Stock of t6od ds ndef and by virtue of an order Of he St Ianels Probate Court made on the 25th day CT October, 1905, and in my capacity as execn. tor af the iast will and testament Of l + Cole, deceased. will. on the
 20TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, la0l. at Decks switch, in St. Francis county. A r. kansas. and al the store house in which | K toie, now deceased, carried on his business seil m bulk To the highest ana best bidder. on credit ot three months. the stock of goods wares and merchandise belonging to the es. tate O, the said J k Cole. composed of such eoous ana wares as are usually kept in a country store. So far the stock of goods ba s not been inYentoried, but it's estimated value Is s,OO or ss00. IL will be offered and sold in ouik' me purchaser will be required to give October Eth, 1905.
 J. Nj. NICHOLS
 Executor J. k. Cole, Deceased
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10

Quality does not recognize price as serious competitor. However, we have both in our superb line of mems work shirts, Overshiris and dre shirt 4 The quality is as good as the best and the price is bound 70 please vou. Come and Spe onr line k4IhY K Slnul
The Forrest City times., 1905-11-10

One of the worst transforms in the history of this section visited us sun day. The downpour was unusually heavy and 4 high wind accompanying u made havoc with trees and fences. AltogetI CT, Sunday was an ugly day.