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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
Local Congressman is
Named for Banking
and Currency.
A RESIGNATION HELPS
Fight Between Williams and
0eArmond Was Over
Trifling Affair.

Washington, Dec. 20.-By the resig-
nation of knowland of California and
Calderhead of Kansas from the house
committee on banking and currency,
Illinois and New York expect to come
into two representatives instead of
one on that important committee. Nc
Kinney of Illinois and Durey of New
York being chosen by Speaker Cannon
to fill the vacancies.
Calls williams Liar.
Washington, Dec. 20.-The first
fight between John Sharp Williams of
Mississippi and David A. De Almond
of Missouri, rival leaders of the demo-
cratic minority, on the floor of the
house yesterday shortly before ad
journment resulted from De Almond
calling Williams a liar. Williams re-
sented the insult by pommeling De
Almond, and the latter retaliated by
scratching Williams face
Created Wild Excitement.
The fight created the widest excite
ment and members rushed to the COM
batants, who were quickly separated.
Neither had succeeded in doing the
other any material physical injury, the
only damage being slight disfgure-
ment of the personal appearance of
the two congressman. Mr.. De Ar
mond showed an abrasion on the
bridge of his nose and Mr.. Williams
a cut on the left cheek.
An unimportant committee assign
ment, a dispute as to whether Repre-
sentative Booher of Missouri demo
craft should go on coinage. weights
and measures committee or on census
caused the disgraceful scene. No
question of veracity was clearly pre-
sented; only one of recollection, and
at that one of the participants was
willing to admit that he might be in
error. The other. who seemed to be
insistent on a quarrel, by mental ac-
robatics worked himself to a position
where he could pass the lie.
Only Thing He Could Do.
what else could | do?" remarked
Mr. Williams. as he stood in one cor
ner of the democratic cloakroom after
the affray. 81 am from Mississippi"
Friends of Mr. Williams claim that
Mr.. De Almond used the Booher in
cident to pick a quarrel and precipi-
tate scene. Democrats generally
deeply regret the occurrence.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
IMAY GET STOLEN BONDS
500 900 of Banker Walkers Plunder
Not Yet Negotiated.

New Britain, Conn, Dec. 20.-It con-
nection with the arrest in Mexico of
William F. Walker, who stole over
$500, 600 from the savings bank of
New Britain, of which he was treas
urer, it is learned that the bank Of
ficials expect to recover some of the
missing securities. There are $780,
600 worth of Eastern Illinois railroad
bonds which have never been nego-
tiated, and it is thought that Walker
knows where they are. The officials
of the savings bank learned yesterday
that Walker would resist extradition
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
YESTERDAY IN CONGRESS

Washington, Dec. 20.-Following is n
digest of the proceedings in the upper
and lower houses of congress yester-
day.
sion yesterday
HOUSE Prime interest in yester-
days session of the house centered in
the announcement by Speaker Cannon
of the appointment of the various COM
mittees. Many bills of Importance were
introduced. An unsuccessful effort was
made to block the erection of the statue
to General Grant at the expense of a
number of historic trees. Adjournment
was taken until Saturday.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
MITCHELL AGAIN
Is SERIOUSLY ILL
Head of Mine Workers Stricken
While at Meeting at In
dianapolis.

Indianapolis, Ind, Dec. 20.-John
Mitchell was taken seriously i'll today
while attending the joint conference
of the miners and coal operators. He
of pains in the side where
the recent operations for abcesses
were performed. A priest and physi-
clan We're summoned. The latter after
an examination, pronounced Mitchell
in a serious though not necessarily
critical condition.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
Secretary Of War Arrives
at New York After
CircIing Globe.
HuRRIEs TO CAPITAL
Declares He is Not Prepared
TO Discuss Any of the Ques-
tions of the Day.

New York, Dec. 20.-Secretary of
War Taft arrived here today on the
steamer President Grant, after his
journey around the world. The secre-
tary said he was not prepared to talk
on any public questions.
Goes On to Washington.
New York, Dec. 20.-Secretary Taft
left for Washington at liza on the
Pennsylvania railroad.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
OFFICIAL DIES IN PLAYHOUSE
Russian Minister of Commerce Victim
Of ApopIexy.

st. Petersburg, Dec. 20.-M. Filos-
sofoff, minister of commerce and ex-
controller of the empire, died suddenly
at the Marie theater during a perform
ance last night. The cause of death
was given as apoplexy For a long
time past the minister had been suf-
fering from angina pectoris.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
New Batt!eship is Tested,

Rockland, Maine, Dec 20.-The bat
tleship New Hampshire had its official
standardization trial yesterday on the
ROckland course. 1t was given IA runs
over the measured mile course, after
which the>anchor test took place.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
POSSE SEEKS BLACK BRUTE
Wife of President of Excelsior Seed
Company of Columbus Victim.

Columbus, Ohio, Dec 20.-An armed
posse including mounted policemen
are after negro who assaulted Mrs.
w. B. o. Hershey, wife of the presi-
dent of the Excelsior Seed company.
He grabbed her while she was in the
cellar and stuffed rag in her mouth.
She was found by neighbors, uncon-
scious.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
HELD FOR MURDER OF WIFE
Aged Farmer is Arrested On Charge
OF Poisoning Oatmeal.

Miller, S. D., Dec. 20-Gustave Kan
mel, a farmer living near Miller, ac-
cused of numbering his wife by put
ting poison in oatmeal, was arrested
here yesterday. After his arrest KAN
mel swore out a warrant charging his
son with the crime. Kammel is IS
and his wife was 72. Divorce proceed
ings had been started by Mrs. Kammel
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20

must pardon me for not going into
personalities. | could not discuss him
nor anyone else as presidential pos
sibiiity and be quoted without being
misunderstood.
Shall Not Volunteer.
81 shall not volunteer as the demo-
cratic presidential candidate. but if |
am drafted, | will not desert"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
BRYAN WILL NOT VOLUNTEER, But
WILL NOT DESERT CAUSE IF DRAFTED

Kansas City, Mo, Dec. 20.-William
J. Bryan, in this city today, when
questioned as to democratic presiden-
tial possibilities, particularly as to the
probable candidacy of Governor John
son of Minnesota, said. in the course
of an interview:
Avoids Personal Comment.
Il know Johnson personally but you
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
PREMIER ISSUES A
CHALLENGE TO DUEL
Leader of Hungarian Cabinet Will
Fight Ex-Minister of Justice
With Pistols,

Budapest, Dec. 2O.-As a result of
the allegation of political dishonest
made against him yesterday during
thes sitting of parliament, the Hungar-
ian premier. Dr. Wekerle, has chal-
lenged eX-Minister of Justice Polonyi
to fight a duel with pistols, and the
meeting will take place shortly.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
Roosevelt Santa Claus Aid.

Oyster Bay. n. Y, Dec. 20.-Miss
Sarah Provost. preceptress of the
Cove school. which President Roose-
velt's children formerly attended. has
received check from the president
with which to purchase Christmas
gifts for her pupils.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
DINNER At THE WHIlE HOUSE
First Cabinet Function is Given by
the Roosevelts.

Washington, Dec. 20.-The first of
the series of the cabinet dinners at
the White house. was given by Presi-
dent and Mrs Roosevelt last evening
Secretary Cortelyou was absent, being
confined to his home by illness.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
Ohio Murderer EIectrocuted.

Columbus, Ohio, Dec 90. - Howard
West, alias Frank Earl. was electro
cuted in the penitentiary at midnight
for the murder of William Legg, a
butcher of Sidney, Ohio. Earl protest
ed his innocence to the last
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
PRIESTS PREVENT
- TROUBLE IN PERSIA
DisorderIy Villagers Leave Capital on
Premise OF An Early Settlement
of Issues.

Teheran, Dec. 20 Another quick
change in the situation has been
brought about by the Intervention of
the priests, who, with the promise that
a satisfactory solution of the crisis
will be found to have induced the op-
posing factions to disperse a second
time Consequently the disorderly vii
layers have returned to their homes.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
SCHOONER SUNK AT
WEST BROOK, CONN.
David Currier Capsized and Goes
Down but Crew Is Rescued
Safely.

West Brook, Conn, Dec. 2O-The
two-masted schooned David Curgier
capsized and sunk two miles off here
this morning. The crew was landed
at Saybrook point at noon.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
Enqaqe More Gold.

New York, Dec. 20.-Heidelbach. lex
elheimer & Co. today engaged 100000
gold for import. This makes the total
$1O7, ,350,000 in gold engaged abroad
since the present movement began.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
GIVEN MORE Time
FiSh-Harriman Factions in IIIi-
noiS Central Fight Fail to
Settle Trouble.
JUDGE ApJ0UaNs MEETING
Next Battle for Control of Road Will
Take Place March 2-Transfer
OF Stock Scrutinized.


Chicago, Dec. 20.-The annual meet
ing of the stockholders of the Illinois
Central was postponed last night by
order Of Judge Ball of the superior
court until March .. The stock trans
fer books of the company are to be
closed on the day preceding that upon
which Judge Ball is TO hand down his
decision in the injunction suit now
pending and are to remain closed un-
til the postponed meeting finally ad-
iOurns.
hHy Govern Sales.
In the meantime transfers of any
portion Of the 2S1,231 shares of stock
affected by the injunction suit can
only be made subject to the right of
the court to inquire into the genuine.
ness of the sale.
Adjourned rs Per Order
Chicago, Dec. 20.-The stockholders
meeting of the Illinois Central was ad-
journed today until March 2 in accord.
'ance with the order made by Judge
Ball last night.
Arguments involving certain shares
of stock to be voted in the annual
meeting were continbued before Judge
Ball today.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
wild Rumors Follow.

It is estimated that 25 persons were
killed and 100 injured. Wild rumors
followed fast upon the explosion, plac-
ing the number of killed and wounded
into the thousands, and troops were
ordered out to aid firemen in clearing
away the wreckage and succoring the
wounded.
Several houses that stood above the
magazine partially collapsed and their
destruction was completed by the fire.
One of these was an emigrants' lodg-
ing house and number of emigrants
were killed.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
Adjourned rs Per Order.

approving the course and
policies of President Roosevelt.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-12-20
WRECKSA VILLAGE
Explosion of Magazine at Pa
Iermo, Italy, Caused Death
of 25 Persons,
AND INJURY OF MANY MORE
Houses Take Fire and Panic Results,
Troops Being Called to Re-
store Order.

Palermo, Dec. 20.-A terrific explo-
sion occurred last evening in the mill
tary powder magazine, where large
quantity of dynamite was stored, and
was followed by number of less ex-
plosions the whole town being badly
shaken and the people thrown into
panic.
Almost Immediately flames shot high
in the air and spread to the ruins Of
houses that had fallen. adding greatly
to the terror of those who were in the
immediate neighborhood of the disas.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11
DID BANQUET
Old and New County Officials
Have Royal Feast.

One ofthe most elaborate and
successful banquets ever given
in this city was rendered the
outgoing and incoming officers
and their wives Monday even.
ing, the cosy home OF l.. +.
Eldredge on Main street being
the place Of gathering. The
banquet was given at the in
stance Of the new officers. At
9 o'clock about forty persons sat
down to the tables. County
Clerk Calderwood acted as toast
master, and toasts were given
by nearly all present, many
happy thoughts and good will
being expressed for the new and
|old officers. The menu con-
sisted OF all the delicacies Of the
season.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

state Engineer Tanner has about
completed biz survey Of the Weber
river iu accordance with the act Of the
last legislature, and the same will boz
d.cd with the county clerk In the very
near iature. This survey will be Of
Z eat value in that 1t will do much to do
away with the voluminons litigation re.
gtrding The right to the waters Of the
river. After the Ming Of the survey he
clerk will publish notice calling upon
all who claim water under the Weber
river to present their elaine to him
within sixty days, after which the dis
,rict court will appoint referees TO pass
upon these claims aud partition the
water. - Utah State Journsl. We are
unable to learn II the above reiers ia
the waters Of the Weber In this county,
but will try and keep our readers posted
on the matter.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

new board, and then adjourned
sine die.
The new board then met and
organized by elec,ing Commits
sioner VIM Archibald as chair
man Tor the ensuing two years.
Mr.. Archibald is the holdover
commissioner his selection as
chairman is a good one in view
Of the fact that he has had two
years experience in handling
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

the business of the county while
the new commissioners are en-
tire strangers to the work.
Before retiring from Office,
County Attorney Evans read
a lengthy communication treat
ing on a communication recent
~ received from the attorney
general in relation 20 county
officers residing at the county
seat, which was printed in our
last issue.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11
Commissioners Proceedings.

The county officials who were
elected to ofhce in this county
on Nov. 9th last, Monday for
mally took charge Of their re-
spective offices and started upon
a new administration. The re-
firing board Of county commits
sioners wound up their business
by IA O'Clock, cleaning up all
bills and other matter that could
be disposed OF and left every
thing slick and clean foI tn,
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

The funeral services over the remains
Of Willard llirst, who was Killed at Ely.
mot ronopah a. stated In eur last issue
Nevada, was held in the stake house
last sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. There
was a large attendance Of sympatlhzers
for the bereaved In ;heir lops. Elder
Thos. Copley was the frst speaker. lie
paid a beautiful tribute to the honesty
and integrity Of the deceased. Elder
Alma Eldredse said had known the de-
ceased from boyhood lie was good
brother and dutiiul son, and he could
truly say he was a good man aud en-
titled 10 glorious reward. The ward
choir rendered sweet music Elder c.
J. Jensen delivered the opeHing prayer,
and Elder John Robinson pronounced
the benedietion. Tbs remains we're In
TERED in the city cemetery. lie wal
horn in KirkhamgAte, Yorkshire, Eng
land. Aug, Goth, 1871, being IS years
4 months aud days cid Of the ,ius o
death. He came with bis parents 70
CoAlvills In 1873.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Sheriff George Evans sent in
the name Of John Calls. as his
choice for deputy sheriff, and va
believe he couldn't have made a.
better choice. The appointment
was confirmed
County Clerk Calderwood neNI
sent in the name Of c, X, JONES
as his deputy Charles has beeE=
an excellent deputy, and we arr
-
Continued on page 1.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Quite a number Of our subscribers are
owing Ne for the paper during the past
year, and some for two years. Now. we
don'i like to be continually Cumming"
you, bat We really need the money. /,
should DO paid In advance. We would
like 70 see AL who can, do 50.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

David Rees, the big rancher Of Castle
Rock, was in Coalyille on business the
iorepArt Of the week. We understand
Oh It he hA, purchased large tract Of
land in Rich sounIy.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Lion and Gladys CalderNood enter
taiuel about twenty little friends at
their home Wednesday afternoon.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Found Watch. owner can have II
by proving same and paying for ad.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Margaret X. Salmon is having a big
sale on all her stock. Prices greatly re.
duced. Must make room for new stock.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Mrs Elijah Allen returned Monday
irom Nephi, where she has been visiting
her parents.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

waateG-Two or three furnished, or
three uniurnishen rooms. Immediate
~. Leave word at this Office.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

The Rockport aud wan'hip cores
ponience was received too late for pub
LEGATION. one day earlier, please?
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

The City Council met lAst Monday
aud after passing the bills, adjourned to
next Tuesday evening
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

viii sommtrs is again laid mp by an
attack Of muscular rbeumatism.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Margaret Il. salmon lie back to the
store again. She has been quite sick
the past lew weeks.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Mr.. G.. NJ. Johansen is out again after
weeks .llness.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1907-01-11

Continued on page 4.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1907-11-07
How TO pop Corn.

The best corn for popping is neither
too old nor yet too green. Last falls
crop is in fine condition now. The best
results are attained If corn is first
placed under the faucet and thorough
~ wet. then shaken dry and left on the
back of the stove in the pepper, NOV
ing it gently back and forth until the
corn swells little and becomes per
fectly dry. says the Washington Star.
Shake over steady hot fire, when the
grains will pop into great kernels, the
texture being remarkably light and
delicate Empty the pepper into a big
tin pan, sprinkle lightly with salt and
if desired pour over half cup of melt
ed butter for every pan of corn. Shake
and toss until every kernel is season
ed. For filing the little tarlatan stock
ings do not butter, but simply salt.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1907-11-07

suit is made as plainly as possible, the
beauty of it consisting in the fineness
of finish. It is almost capital crime
for a skirt to drag down into sagging
point in the back or to sag down at
the sides, as it is so apt to do with
circular skirts.
The figure in the center shows suit
of biscuit chiffon cloth, the skirt laid
In fat pIaits The natty coat is plain
with the exception of the velvet col
lar. That being so placed as to allow
the goods to show beyond the velvet
makes it handsome | would be
ashamed to tell how many times
have tried to make collar like that
without ever once succeeding. So at
least can appreciate the style of that
collar
Sleeves to all such coats are long and
coat shaped, with stitching as orna-
ment, although some have short cuffs.
Pockets are almost necessary to carry
out the rather masculine style, but it
may be said that they are more for
use than ornament
Hats are just what each one wants
and looks best in. Fine velvety felt is
the foundation for the hats. 1t is
nearer truth than ever to say that this
season hats are as various as the faces
of the Wearers. Plumes, quilts, velvet
and satin flowers, ribbon, soft and
crisp, velvet and all sorts of large and
small fancy buckles are seen on the
hats for fall
Party dresses are nearly all made OF
soft silk. either white or some very
faint color These have the sleeves
pulled. shirred or made with insets of
lace. This silk is like the liberty, but
rather more sheer and fine. Tussore
and several other thin and flexible.
silks and satins are made, 1t would
seem, for the express purpose of af-
fording something girlish and dainty.
Certainly there are many thin and
pretty WOODEN goods, like yoiles and
any amount of fonlards, in silk and In
the pretty aud inexpensive half silk
goods. All these are pretty and girl
ish. The fashion Of tying great bows
of ribbon on the hair has about run its
course, and ribbon will be used In more
rational fashion, as sashes and bows.
OLIVE HARPER.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1907-11-07
USEFUL HOUSEHOLD HINTS.
How to Take Care Of Furniture and
Brio a brac.

Brio 4 brac.
There are many little hints 80 fol-
lowing of which will prolong IL. life
of some valued piece OF furniture or
article of bric-a-brac far beyond its
natural period Of existence, says the
Chicago News.
How many persons, for instance,
think that when they place good
chair or table near an open fireplace, a
register or any very warm spot the
heat will cause the wood and glue to
dry, thus bringing about dry rot
where the pieces are Joined together!
How very many women lean care
lesslv against the back of some pol
ished wood chair quite obivious of the
fact that the sharp belt buckles they
are wearing are making great scratch
es that can never be eradicated,
Then, too, there are the little sugges-
lions on the care Of ornaments. so sell
dom either known or carried out. For
instance, probably very few persons.
indeed, clean glass lamp globes, VIM
dow panes. etc, properly. Especially
for the former the best thing is to
place pulyerized pumice stone between
the layers of a folded piece of soft
muslin and stitch around the edges to
prevent the powder from splitting.
Wipe the glass with this dry cloth, and
1t will become clean and sparkle all
most Instantly. Enough powder will
remain on the cloth to be used many
times without renewing.
Another good idea is to keep wet
sponge in the cabinet with ivory GU
rios or carvings. 1t will provide mois-
ture that prevents cracking from dry
heat. OF course the sponge must be
remoistened occasionally.
Often even valuable china is defec-
tive in the firing, and so it would be
well to keep all such acids as lemons,
vinegar, etc, away from fine china, as
in the event of its not being properly
fired the acid will take all the paint
from it.
AS a guaNl against accident when a
valuable vase is filed with flowers it
should first be partly filed with sand,
over which the water should be poured.
This will keep the vase from topping
over by adding to its weight
And all these are only few of the
useful hints that might be given and
which every housewife should take
well to heart
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1907-11-07
How TO Use Borax In Laundry.

The washerwomen of Holland and
Belgium. SO proverbially clean and
who get up their linen SO beautifully
white. use refined borax as washing
powder instead of soda in the proper
ton of a large handful OF borax pow
der to about ten gallons of boiling wa
ter. They save in soap nearly half
For laces and. cambria an extra guam
tity of. the powder is used, and for
anything required to be made extra
stiff a strong solution is necessary.
Boraxs being a neutral salt, does not in
the slightest degree injure the texture
Of the linen Its effect is to soften the
hardest water and therefore it should
be kept on every toilet table.