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Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
WEALTHY YOUTH IN TROUBLE
Charged with Stealing Bundle Of Clothing
from Harlan Farmer.
CHARGES HIS ACTION TO ABsINTHE
Accused Has an Income Large Enough
to Provide for His wants and
Has No Occasion to steal
Anything.

s. J. Sullivan, a young man who Is heir
to a large estate in Memphis Tenn, and
who enjoys weekly allowance Of 800 from
his guardian. was arrested last evening
charged with the theft of package con-
tanning suit of clothes pair of woman's
shoes and pair of mans overshoes, all
Of the value of about 81 and the property
Of ]. y. Barnes
sullivan met Barnes. who Is farmer
from Harlan, Ia, in saloon at io23 South
Main street, during the afternoon. Barnes
pocketbook was empty, and young Sullivan
offered to loan his new found friend some
money, but the Harlan man declined the
offer. Sullivan purchased a number of
drinks and on leaving the saloon walked
into the back room. where Barnes had
placed his package, and liked off with IT,.
When arrested later in his room at the
Gallagher house he was found to be wear
ing Barnes suit.
Sullivan, when taken to the city jail,
said the only reason he could give for
taking the package was that he had been
drinking a quantity of absinthe and did not
know what he was doing. Letters and
papers on the young man showed that he
was heir to a large estate in Memphis,
from which he had an income of 5000 a
year, but that his guardian only gave him
an allowance of $50 week.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

Carelessness of Clerk Causes Queer
Mixun In .IeMeIrN store.

Last evening shortly after o'clock Rob
ert Wallace of the real estate firm Of
n. p Dodge & Co. while passing the
jewelry store of Herman Leffert on Broad
way, noticed three men inside. Believing
that the store should nave been closed
Wallace entered and the men asked him
where the proprietor was. Wallace sug-
gested that he probably in the back
room, at the same time making his way
there where he telephoned to police head
quarters. Captain O'Neil responded to the
call expecting to find burglars in the
store.
Explanations were soon forthcoming
from the three strangers who happened
to be farmers from near McClelland Ia.
Having seen the store lighted up and
finding the door open they entered. One
had with him a clock which he wanted
repaired while another of the party had
week ago left watch 10 be fixed and
called for It. 1t developed that an EN-
ploye of Lefferts had been doing some
work around the store and had on leaving
forgotten to lock the door.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

Number of Former Omaha Residents
Attend Reception.

hummer OF FORMER omana Ncstuente
Attend Reception.
The Omaha Womans club went back to
its custom which has prevailed since its
organization until the last two years and
held its annual New FEARS day reception.
but in the afternoon. instead of the even
ing formerly. A program was presented
in the auditorium of the First Congrega-
tional church between 3 and o'clock.
Miss Alice Howell instructor of oratory
at the University of Nebraska. giving sew
eral readings, and Mrs. G. W. Thomas and
Mrs, j. B. Scannell contributing two vocal
numbers. The reception followed in the
club rooms adjoining from 4 to o'clock.
In the receiving line were the officers of
the club and several former members from
out o: town.
The east parlor had been converted into
refreshment room and there Mrs. Nathan
Merriam, Mrs c. E. Black, Mrs. w. o.
Henry. Mrs. J. w. Griffith, Mrs. Albert
Edholm Mrs. Warren Blackwell, Mrs. C.
II. Townsend and Mrs. w. II. Gates pre-
sided alternately at a prettily trimmed
table, serving chocolate and confections
and assisted by number of young women,
daughters of club members.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
GOOD CHEER AT THE Y. NJ. c. A.
Annual New Years Reception a Most
Enjoyable One.

There is something about Young Mems
Christian association New Year reception
that reaches the right spot and makes
the attendant feel the better for having
attended. Last evenings reception at the
local association rooms was no exception
to tho rule; in fact, II was a fitting climax
for a most successful year in the associa-
ton work and signal beginning for what
promises TO be a notable year for those
who have to do with the uplifting of young
men.
over 1000 persons. young and old male
and female, passed through the association
parlors last evening and had every human
sense gratified. The sense OF touch was
accentuated by the hearty hand shakes Of
the board of directors who stood In the
receiving line and greeted every visitor:
light and color greeted the sense of sight
while the aroma of fragrant flowers and
brewing coffee addressed the sense of smell;
music ana eioauence satisfied the sense OF
hearing and refreshments did the rest with
the sense of taste
The association rooms were prettily deco
rated for the occasion with evergreens
and flowers. to say nothing of posters and
other things. Shocks orchestra furnished
music. The boys department had cele-
and various other stunts. In the gym
nasium about forty acrobatic youngsters
went through evoutions to the edihcation
of large crowd.
The real event OF the evening was held
in the auditorium. which was taxed to it's
standing capacity. After Alexander Stew
art sang several solos and Miss Barnes
| rendered piano selections, a number of
prominent citizens told why they were
proud of the lands of their nativity. Will
! liam Kennedy, who represented Scotland
in the national debate, made the hit of
the evening in a serio-comic. citation of
| Scotlands greatness in all lines of human
endeavor. Mr.. Kennedy delved into history
and told how Scotland took England under
it's wing in sixteen hundred and something
A, D.. and of the brave Scotsmen who did
things in this and other countries. He
pictured Scotland as the paragon of Chris
tendon in municipal affairs and a great
country in everything but graft. A. w
Jefferis spoke many glad words for the
land of his birth, the United States; KinyC
Okajima told why he was glad he was
born in Japan, c. o. Lobeck stood up for
Sweden, David Cole told of the Emerald
isle, John Dale referred to the glories OF
merry England and Waldemar Michaelsor
gave an interesting talk on Denmark
The following women assisted in receiv
ing: Mrs. Frank Judson Mrs. A. L. Pat
rick, Mrs G. w Gilmore, Mrs. Benawa
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

to investigate several business propositions
with possibility OF locating there.
The Daughters of the American Revo.
luton viii give the first OF series ESQ, oa
of Mrs. Emmett FINLEY. on Willow avenue
Walter Canning, son of Sheriff Canning,
who had been spending the holidays al
home, returned yesterday to Golden Colo,
where he is attending the school OF min
ing
The Ladies Ais society of the Second
Presbyterian church will hold it's annual
meeting Thursday Afternoon at the home
of Mrs. j. p. Greenshields on oakland
avenue
W. f. Mcconnell has been presented by
Bluf City Masonic lodge with handsome
past masters jewel in recognition OF MS
having Just completed his second term as
worshipful master of the lodge.
The annual meeting Of the Associated lated
noon in the parlors of the First Presoy-
terrain church. The meeting was post
poued from yesterday afternoon.
+. L. Parsons of Marion, Ia, president
OF the State Firemens association was
in the city yesterday, the guest OF FIRE
Chief Nicholson while en- route 10 mary
Vile, Mo, to attend family reunion
w. H. Highsmith and wife returned yes
terday from Columbus Junction, Ia, where
they attended family reunion at the
home of Mrs. Highsmith's brother b: r.
Knott. on Christmas day fifty members
OF the family sat down to dinner
City Engineer Etnyre will read paper
before the Iowa State Engineering assn
citation in Des Moines, "Wednesday, Janu-
airy TO- on the subject of the Indian creek
problem with view of securing some val
liable suggestions from other members OF
the association.
DR.. Frank Porterneld of Atlantic, Ia,
candidate for nomination for railroad COM
missioner on the republican ticket, was
in the city yesterday DR.. Porterneli
said he was not talking politics, but tina
his visit to the city was merely TO make
q New Years call on relatives.
w L. Bedison and family will arrive
from Alton, ILL.,. today and for the present
will be the guests of Mr. and Mrs. e. poS a.
Hendricks 800 Stutsman street. Mr.. Bedl-
son who was formerly auditor OF the
Wabash road here during the reeve ,'Vse,
ship, expects to relocate in Council BUTTS
Josenh r Davenport of 1923 Eighth ave-
nue. died yesterday morning at the Council
Bluffs General hospital from pneG I,1as "a
years of age and Is survived by I nus 81 WIFE tbe
and five children. He was a member OF ine
Ancient Order of United Workmen lodge
of Grand Island Neb. The, remain. VIII
be taken to Creston. la this evening LOT
burial.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
District Court Today.

The January term of the district court
will be convened today by Judge Green.
sitting for Judge Thornell, who will in
turn open court for the former at Sidney
Judge Thornell will be here Wednesday
morning, when he will impanel the grand
Jury.
The following comprise this years grand
jury: P. wahlgren, Garner; Elda Parish.
Hazel Dell: Henry wilkins, Keg Greek;
Warren Hough, Crescent; P. n. Sucks
dorff, Washington; w. r. Heating. Hardin;
George C. Olsen. Boomer; G. b. Wittland,
Lewis; Victor Jennings, Council Bluffs;
Julius Stuhr, Minden; r. " Churchill
Nicola; r, H. Graham, Silver Creek.
A number OF criminal cases will be pre-
scented to the grand jury this term and In
dictments In connection with the numerous
holdups last summer are looked for.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
MINOR MENTION.
Davis sells drugs.
Stockert sells carpets.

Davis sells drugs.
Stockert sells carpets
Plumbing and heating. Bixby & Son.
Dr. Luella Dean, Brown Bldg. Tel. 900.
Drs. Woodbury. dentists. 80 Pearl street.
Woodring- Schmidt, undertakers. Tel. 3S9.
Lefferts improved ;oric lenses give salts
faction.
Picture framing C. L, Alexander, 1888
Broadway. Tel. S6S.
Girl wanted to assist with housework. %
South Seventh street ...
DR.. c. II. Read of AvoCa, Ia, was in the
city yesterday calling on friends.
Results Our Speclalty-Eclipse collection
agency, Offices lO3 Pearl st. Phone 1874.
Big mid-wirter term western Iowa
college opens Tuesday, January 2, 1906
II. F. Knudsen lett last evening for Ne
bIaska TO IuOK after his land investments,
Empire renaissance god moulding, pic
lures and frames. Berwick, ii 5. Main.
Tel. 6S3.
Get your upholsterIng, feathers, mat
tresses and repairing done at Morgan &
mime S. ~ South Nam street.
Inc g. M. h. club will De entertained
" eunesuay afternoon at the home OF Mrs
j. A.. " nm, $40 seventh avenue.
The West Council BUNS Improvement
CLUB viii hOId It's annuaI meeting and cleo
tIuu OF uinCers W eunesuay evening,
Dr, Henry &. Deetken and I'D Gerber
VIII leave this evening tor Seattle, WASH,
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
County Board Organizes.

The Board of County Supervisors con-
vened for the January session yesterday
morning. but beyond organizing for the
new year transacted no business. County
Attorney Hess, on being appealed to by
the members Of the board gave 1t as his
opinion that any other business besides
organization OF the board would be Illegal
on a holiday. The board accordingly, after
electlng Supervisor Allan Bulls of Wright
township chairman, adjourned until this
morning. The first business to be taken
I'D this morning will be the approving of
the bonds of the county officials who hold
over for another year by reason Of the
adoption of the biennial election amend
ment
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

SHENANDOAH, Ia, Jan. 1.-(Special Tel
egram )-rhe Baptist congregation was sur
prised yesterday at the morning service,
when the pastor read a letter that Andrew
Carnegie agreed TO give the last half of the
cost of a $1,000 pipe organ for the new $780,
900 church which was dedicated last month.
This proposition put so much enthusiasm
into the congregation that at once they
subscribed the other thousand dollars. Still
more money will be raised and an effort
will be made to get 5000 instrument.
Just two weeks before the same congrega-
ton had subscribed $500 to clear up the
new church debt at the dedication.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
saloon Men Angry at Bank.

BURLINGTON, Ia, Jan. 1.-(SpeciaI Tel
egram)-An attempt by several saloonmen
to cause a run on the German American
Savings bank tomorrow morning because
1t Is alleged one of the directors was con-
nected with the movement to close the sa-
looms Sunday caused meeting of all the
banks today, at which solid front was
organized against any run that might be
attempted on the German American. The
brewers, wholesalers and Retail Liquor
Dealers association have backed up the
movement by publishing cards denouncing
the ill-advised move of the saloonmen and
denying that any money will be withdrawn
by them. , ....-..'
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
woodbine church dedicated.

WOODBINE, Ia, Jan. l.-(SpeclaL)-
Woodbines First Church OF Christ was
dedicated here yesterday. The morning
service was held from II to and about
Loo were in attendance, including many
visitors from the Logan. Missouri Valley
and Dunlap Christian churches. 1t was a
union service for Woodbines churches.
Rev. b. Franklin Hall. the pastor, de-
llvered the dedicatory sermon. In the
evening Rev. Clint j. W. Triem Of the
local Presbyterian church preached the
sermon. Music was furnished by an or
chestra and a choir especially trained for
the occasion. A banquet was rendered
the visitors in the dining room in the
basement of the church.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
In Praise of ChamberIain's Cough
Remedy.

Very few medicines have received so
much praise and so many expressions of
gratitude as Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
Grateful parents everywhere testify to it's
merits. 1t is a certain cure for Group and
will prevent the attack if given at the first
appearance of the disease. 1t is especially
adapted to children as it is pleasant to take
and contains nothing injurious. Mr.. f. A
Humphreys, a well known resident and
clerk in the store of Mr.. E. Lock of Alice.
Cape Colony, South Africa says: 81 have
used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to ward
off Group and colds in my family. I found
1t to be very satisfactory and it gives me
pleasure to recommend it,"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
KIND GREETINGS WITH NEW YEAR
Churches and FratcrnaI Societies Pay
Trihntc to Cnatnm.


4 reception of the $50 new members and
converts was held ut the Seward Street
Methodist church last evening from to O.
Lunch was served at 6. Rev J. g. Priest
presided while the program was given.
Presiding Elder GOrst delivered an address
of welcome. Short addresses also were
made by Miss Eva Walter l.. r. Huffman.
Mrs. Emmett, Miss Jennie Berry, Charles
L. Fritchcr and II. +. Mccullough. The
meeting was very informal and cminently
successful in getting the new members ac-
quainted with the remainder of the church.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians were
entertained by the women of the lodge at
a New Years party in the hall at Four
teenth and Dodge streets. Refreshments
were served.
The annual inspection and installation of
officers was held by Ezra Willard canton.
No 1, Uniform Rank Of Odd Fellows. at
Odd Fellows hall last night J. II. Cooper
was installed as captain, c. NJ. Coffin as
lieutenant and w. j. Adams as ensign.
Members of the Brotherhood of Locomo-
tive Engineers and their families spent a
social evening at Ancient Order United
Workmen hall.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
N. Y. Plumbing Co. Tel. ESQ. Night, Lss,
Insurance Company Pulls out.

Local fire insurance agents have been
advised of the withdrawal from this state
Of the Law, Union & Crown. one of the
large English insurance companies, with
instructions to write no further policies
for 1t, and to return all blanks belonging
to this company in their possession.
This action on the part of the English
company is attributed to the strict Iowa
laws regulating fire Insurance. Fire in
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

LARAMIE, wyo,, Jan. 1.--(Special THE
sensational elopement and marriage of John
Barth a prominent ranchman of this sec
ton, and Miss Allie Pahlow, daughter Of
n neighboring ranchman, has become
known here. The couple had loved for
some time, but it is understood :he young
womans parents objected to her marrying.
On Christmas eve the couple stole away to
Grand Island, Neb., and were married on
Christmas day. After short honeymoon
they will return and seek parental forgive
ness. They will reside at Rauner ranch.
near the city.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
FIRE RECORD.
Loss in Massachusetts.

BROCKTON. Mass, Jan. 1.-The total loss
caused by the fire which destroyed the
main portion of the city block at the corner
OF Main and Ward streets, in this city,
early today, is estimated at nearly 100000
The section of the structure containing the
city theater was saved. but heavy damage
was cause to the auditorium of the
theater by water. The Field block, adj
Joining the burned building, also suffered
from fire on the roof and from water in
the interior.
Business Houses I'm Harrisburg, Ill.
CAIRO, ILL.,, Jan. 1-Fire at Harrisburg
H. today destroyed the east half of the
public square and caused loss of over
$50, 600.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
Woman Kills AssaiIant

OKLAHOMA CITY. Okl, Jan. Miss
barbara Toxer today shot and killed f. c
Clayton, business man of this city. The
woman asserts that Clayton attempted to
assault her and that she shot in self-defense
me shooting occurred In the woman's room
In south Hudson street. Clayton, the
woman asserts, forced his way into the
room when she fired. The bullet entered
years OF age. was placed under arrest pend
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

The first marriage license for the new
year was issued yesterday by H, V. Bat
tey, clerk of the district court. to George
l. Myers. aged %, of Aurora, Neb., and
Minnie NJ. Garfield, aged 26, of York, Neb.
The marriage ceremony was performed in
Mr.. Battey's private Office in the court
house. Rev. Marcus p. Mcclure, pastor of
the First Presbyterian church, officiating,
while Mr.. Battey and Deputy Sheriff W.
A. Groneweg acted as witnesses.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
ce. 10 Pearl st. Tel. as.

surance agents OF this city say they fear
other large English companies will follow
suit That this will likely be the case is
regretted by the local agents. as they to
great extent depend on the big English
companies for placing risks on business
buildings and stock
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

Mrs. Frederick Sparling. Miss Bertha Phil
lippi Mrs. f. c. Henry and Miss Lynn
Carpenter
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
NEW YEARS Ar Y. ". {. A. ROOMS
Interesting Program Followed by
Receptton.

Reception.
The rooms of the Young women's Chris
tian association in the Paxton block were
never more inviting to strangers and MEM
bers alike. Scores OF young evergreen
trees and festoons OF Christmas colors COM
bined with the greetings OF officers and
members in one of the prettiest and most
enjoyable receptions of the day. Between
and o'clock the following program was
given in the auditorium
Violin Solo-Isegende ....................Bo hm
Mary Mackenzie Cahill.
Readng-How the LaRue Stakes were
Mrs. Lileon ]. Choilis.
Vocal Solo-Life ..,............... Blumenthal
Mrs. A. L. Sheetz.
Reading-The Mustard Plaster.
Mrs Challis.
Violin Solo-ta) Bolksweese, (b) Elfen-
tary Observation-Disclosures. Greg
Mrs. Gibson
Reading-The Coward ...,.,...J. n. Mathews
Mrs. Chalis.
Vocal Solo-Sunbeams ................ Ronald
Mrs Sheetz
Reading-A Neighborly Call .............
Mrs. Chalis
The reception followed from to 3
O'Clock in the dining room and parlor. the
| officers and members of the board Of di-
rectors standing in the receiving line From
three attractively trimmed tables arranged
about the rooms refreshments were served
| Mrs. A. e. Rose and Mrs. r. NJ Ellis. Mrs.
| T. 3. Hacker and Mrs J. ]. McMullen and
! Mrs. c. NJ Powers and Mrs. II. p. Stod-
| dart presiding, pouring coffee and assisted
/ by bevy of young women. Between 200
/ and Coo people we're received during the
! evening
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
JUBILEE OF OLD TIMERS
Continued from First Page.)

satisfaction than among those who had
been their guests.
Men who are accustomed to observing
such gatherings estimated that fully 1000
to 100 callers partook of the hospitality
extended by the Omaha club.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

NAAC uONAbN We hhoh
went to another doctor,
but he could not help
him, and in our despair
we went to q third one,
Matters became so bad
that he had regulsi
holes in his cheeks,
large enough to put .
finger into. The food
had to be given with .
spoon, for his mouth
was covered with crusts
as thick as a finger, and
whenever he opened the
mouth they began TO
bleed and suppurate, 40
did also his eyes,
Hands, arms, chest, and
back, in short the whole
body, was covered over
and over. We had no
rest by day or night:
Whenever he was laid
In his bed, we had to
pin his hands down
otherwise no would
scratch his face, and
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
TERRIBLE ECZEMA
ON LITTLE BOY
Mouth and Eyes Covered With
Crusts-Face ltched Most Fear
fuIly-Hands Pinned Down to
Prevent Scratching
MIRACULOUS CURE
BY CUTlCURA REMEDIES

"when my little boy was six months old he
had eczema. The sores extended go quickly
over the whole body that We at once called In
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

make an open sore. think his face must
have itched most fearfully.
eve finally thought nothing could help,
and had made up my mind to send my wife
with the child to Europe, hoping that the sea
air might cure him, otherwise he was to be
put l>nder good medical care there. But,
Lord be blessed, matters came differently,
and we soon saw miracle. friend Of ours
spoke about Cuticura. We made trial with
Cuticura Soap, Ointment, and Resolvent, and
within ten days or two weeks we noticed
decided improvement. Just as quickly as the
sickness had appeared IL also began TO dis
appear, and within ten weeks the child was
absolutely well, and his skin was smooth and
white as never before" +. Hohrath, President
Of the G. L. Hohrath Company, Manufact-
urers of Silk Ribbons, to 20 Rink Alley,
June o, 1905. South Bethlehem, Pa.
Cuticurs Soap, Ointment, and Pills sold throushout
the world Potter Drug Chem. Corp Sole Props Boston
or Mailed Free "How to Care for the Skin"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

Some idea of the work of the office of
the clerk of the district court may be gath
cred from the fact that during 1906 no less
than 1880 pages of record were written.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02

Ing an investigation tomorrow by the cor
oner. Clayton was single and S5 years old.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-01-02
MAIL ORDERS

Are we getting yours? If not, these prices
should interest YOU! We have the LARGEST
NAIL ORDER DRUG BUSINESS in the
state of Iowa why? Just because we sell
drugs for less money than any other firm In
the state! CAN ANYONE DENY THIS?
y 90 Liquozone, all YOU want .......... 7sc
81 % swamp Root, ali YOU want ........ 79c
sl.0 Duity'S Malt whisky ............... 19c
A.O0 Pinkham.s Compound ,,.,.......... 1yc
81 60 Pierce's Medicines .................. zoe
81 90 Warmers Safe Cure .....,...,...... 19c
ll.U Hoods sarsaparilla ...........,..... 7ec
81. 90 Ayers Sarsaparilla ,............... 1sc
81 90 Canadian Malt Whisky ............ 75c
=. 90 CECster's Pennyroyal Pills 81 10
NC 20 Mule Team BoraN ................ lac
l5c Mennens T&lcum Powder ......... 15c
.oc Graves Tooth Powder ............. lOc
How do these prices look to your
Free delivery In city or TO depot II for
out OF town.