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The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-06-21

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The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1907-06-21
House
Burned to
the Ground

You can not be sure that
YOUR home will not be the next
to burn.
Loose matches, careless cleo
trio wiring, an incendiary, or
one Of a host of other causes
may deprive you Of your house.
It's best to have foresight and
let the insurance company pro-
tect you. We issue best poll
cies.
The Muskogee cimeter. [volume] (Muskogee, Indian Territory, Okla.) 1901-19??, 1907-11-15
Notice..
Let us pay off your mortgage
and save your place.

and save your place.
| have several neat new
houses and lots to sell on install
ments--Easy terms.
Every man and woman who
trades with me able to buy a
home,
| loln money at 8 per cent
interest.
The Muskogee cimeter. [volume] (Muskogee, Indian Territory, Okla.) 1901-19??, 1907-11-15

ERTY INTEREST AND A.
GAIN BECOME WANDER.
ERS SEARCHING FOR a
PLACE WHERE THE LAW
AND THE PEOPLE WILL
ACCORD TO ALL CITIZENS
THEIR RIGHTS, NO NAT
TER OF WHAT RACE, OR
COLOR OR CREED.
We have found a place to our
liking and will remain here in
spite of all opposition. 1t is the
last and only place upon Anleri-
can soil for the American Negro
to Carve out a home for himself
and his posterlly. If there is
any opposition To our position,
then we must not play the
Coward but must stand up Ike
Men ana lace our opponents
LII Is no tlhle 10 run ana ol''y
towards are guilty or such'
mere Is yet nope Tor oeleer
things. GOD mates Il coward.
Tie who would be free must
strike for himself. Let us race
conditions IKE men ana use amy
ana all Things at our command
Ior"ur PROTECTION ana Tor
the PkOlECllON OF our
The Muskogee cimeter. [volume] (Muskogee, Indian Territory, Okla.) 1901-19??, 1907-11-15
"Show Down.

After it is all over and the
highest tribunal.in the country
has decided that the .constitu-
tion is in accordance with the
enabling act. then it is the duty
Of good citizens to Low IN sub
mission To the order of those in
authority land 'eat their crow
and say it is is good. "
The decision means that the
NEGRO MUST, IN THIS
NEW STATE, MAKE \
STAND THAT HAS NEVER
BEFORE BEEN OUR PRIV
LEGE TO MAKE and that is
we come in at the very begin.
ming of statehood and we must
face conditions as they are and
not us they ought to be.
We have $50. 900 people IN
this new state and own not less
than 400, 900 acres of land of 4
value of not less than 500, 600
600 and the question is.shaIl We
give away our ownings and e
elsewhere and start anew! oi
shall we play the part of MEN
and make a Stand-a fight fol
our rights as citizens of thl,
GREAT REPUBLIC! This
state is cosmopolitan in its max,
mp: we have people here from
every country, race and cIIm,
and the Negro, the native Amer
lean who has always been loya
To the FLAG. is here striving t,
make for himself and family ;
home where he can reside il
peace.
After making many change
and travelling thousands o.
miles to find place where Il,
could BREATHE THE All
OF LIBERTY and build ;
homr where his children cOul,
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16
Admission 25c

Joe Wiser recetyed a letter this
morning from Minneapolis the address
on the envelope being d picture of the
famous back view of Joe. with the
word Fargo opposite 1t. The letter
reached Joe all right without delay
Mr.. Wiser has been induced by his
friends to Fan for alderman from the
Fourth ward. and has had some cards
printed bearing the back view picture
and reading, Vote for Wiser, in the
Fourth. His friends feel that he liz
Especially fitted for the position and
In every way entitled by having prop
|erty in both precincts Of the ward; the
drug store on Front street in the first
precinct and the residence lot In the
second precinct, ON which he will build
this spring. MIR. Wiser has grown up
from boyhood In Fargo, having been ii
business for himself for ten years, and
| has many friends In the ward who will
mot only vote for him but win work
for him. There have been attempts
made to induce younger men In all the
wards to take an interest in the city
government, balf only two consented
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16

For more than forty years James T.
Pugn, the. former Alabama senator
who died at his residence on Saturday
and George Graham Vest, Missouris
distinguished senator. who died in 1904.
We're as Damon and Pythias. They
met first In The confederate congress
at Richmond. the Alabaman being a
member OF the house OF representa-
tivesof that short lived parliament and
the Missourian a member of the senate.
No two men III the public life OF the
nation were on more intimate terms
after they becama members or the som
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16

which may take several days to COM
plete.
If you do not take The Forum send
in $3.50 and receive the daily for three
months, and copy of the 1907 Session
Laws, or the weekly for year and a
copy of the 1907 laws. Old subscrib-
ers may take advantage of this offer
by paying arrearages and the foregoing
amount in advance. This valuable lit
tie book alone costs 81. Address The
Forum Printing Co, Fargo. n. ID.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16
Accident and Sick Benefit
INSURANCE
---------
III. P. LouGH, Agent
FARGO. ND.

The county commissioners will meet
in adjourned session next Wednesday
morning TO complete unfinished busi
ness and to prepare the lists for coun-
ty supplies.
Coal Of the best quality, anthracite,
all sizes, Yougheoglny, Hooking, Po-
cahontas as well as coke, for delivery
in any part Of the city at reasonable
prices. j. a, Chesley, phone 80.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16

Additional Local on Page Seven,
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16

ate in Washington, both reaching that
body about the same time.
Cook paints signs. Phone 925.
Fargo bank clearings today We're
$69,416,90.
Austria never puts women criminals
in Jail, but sends them to converts in
stead
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16

Judge Pollock and SteTographer Ed
wards will return to Fargo this even
ing from IIillsboro, where district
court has been in session this week.
They viii return north Sunday night
as there | s still some work to be done
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16
MEAL TICKETS ss.5o
EUROPEAN HOTEL

Go TO Hank Waldrons Eagle saloon
Moorhead, for Gund's celebrated La
Crosse beer on draught, or Peerless
bottled beer. Orders delivered to any
part Of the city. Phone 11OS-M.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1907-03-16

Constant Coquelin. the comedian, IS
81 years old, but his vigor does not
seem to be in any way abated. During
his recent appearance in London it
was remarked that his playing was
never more full of zest, and in lie
Voyage de M. Perrlchon' the effect Of
hustle and perpetual movement gain
cd in the scene at the station was pros
nounced extraordinary BY an eminent
critic.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
saved His ] lie.

Master Fleming Davis. q brave lad of l6 years 0f age, Of St Louis. who is visiting his grandmother Mrs. Coeyer. of this city, k the hero of the hour.
 While in swimming with number of other boys, a few days ago. in St. Francis river about half mile below Madison, Willie Hayens was seized with cramps, and sank before he could reach safety.
 Master Davis seeing the predica- ment of his friend. and. without a thought of the danger to himself, swan to Wilie's assistance. and res cued him from certain death. and perhaps q watery grave.
 IL was a heroic deed. which showed the little man unSelfshness and Uray- ery,and lie is being deseryedly praised by al who witnessed or who Lave heard of the occurrence. Ne con. graduate Willie upon his narrow es. cape. and commend Fleming far Iii, hef0iSm.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
\ Rich Man.

eontentment Is the best riches. Al old farmer who was asked if neigh. Dor was a man of means. replied. He hasn't got much money, but he is mighty rich.
 He has great deal Of and thenz' was the question.
 "So sir, he hasn't got much land either, but he's mighty rich. =
 The old farmer with a pleasant smile observed the puzzled look of his companion for moment, and then explained
 You see, he hash got much money and he hasn't got much land. but still he is rich, because he never went to bed owing a man a cent in his life. He lives as well as he wants to live. and he pays as he goes: he isn't afraid Of anybody. he tells every man the truth, and does his duty by himself. his family and his neighbors: his woFd is as good aS his bond. and every man, woman and child in town looks up 10 him and respects him. No sir. he hasn't got much land. but he k a mighty rich man. because hes got all He wants.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30

Mrs. Edward Roleson and beautiful daughter, Miss Anna left yesterday via Memphis for Chicago. where she will reside for several months and put the children in school. She was ac- companied as far as Memphis by MT k0Ieson. Edward Roleson and Jamie Gatling will follow soon. We hope they will enjoy the city. and that the children will be greatly improved.
 Mr and Mrs. A. Walton and charming daughters, Misses Ida and Gertrude, who have been residing in Memphis for some time, returned to Forrest City last week. and are at home in one of the cozy new cottages recently erected by Brandon < Baugh near the ice plant. This is a most ex- Icellent family, and The Times vel comes their return, and will join their many friends in the hope that they will make this their permanent home Letters from MT. Robert L. Pettus, who is taking a short vacation from his business duties, and visiting his brother, MT. George E Pettus, in Colorado, bring back the good news that both are getting along nicely: that George continues to improve, and that Robert is enjoying the pure mountain air and water the pictur- esque scenery. and the general recrea- ti0n incident to such trip. We hope both our friends will .be greatly ben efitted.
 NIT. r. H Barker. who had been on the sick list for nearly a month. has about entirely recovered, and Is again able to be about He k contemplat- ing a little trip up the Mississippi river 10 St. Louis and perhaps St Pau, In the near future. which lie hopes will be beneficial and mate riaIiy aid in recuperatine his health. strength and weight We wiSA Percy a pleasant journey. and the best If results. Mrs. Barker and the boy Will qlsfeafnB4uY# him
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
Notice.

Having purchased the business, good will, stock and book accounts of The Forrest City Lumber Company de sire to wind il up at once, and take this method of informing all persons who are indebted 10 the said Compa. ny, and whose accounts are due and past due, that they must come forward and settle same al once. or their ac- counts will be placed in the hands of an attorney for collection.
 Thanking each and every patron of the old Company for their liberal pa tronage. l wish to announce that will continue the business at my place on RosSer street. where I vii keep q complete stock of lumber Of al kinds. sash, doors, blinds, etc. and solicit | continuance of your patronage
 Again thanking you. and hoping you will give the matter of your account with The Lumber Company prompt attention, remain.
 Yours respectfully.
 II W. PA~EAY. Forrest City Ark Aug n. I4o7
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
After Five Years.

HelL. who do you think is here, Why. "Punch" Paslay. of course.
 lust i've years ago tomorrow MT. |. F. Pas.ay, better known as Punch, eff Forrest City. a great big boy. for the Great West, to seek his fortune. Since that time he has resided in Oregon and Washington: married a charming lady of Astoria. and has praspered. They have a daughter, now tive years Of age. and she is said to be the most beautiful flower of the great Golden West.
 Punch started in as 3 salesman, studied sd writing and window dress ing. and was made the manager of this department of the firm, who by the way. operates 26 stores. He is now travelling for Wyman. Partridge < Co.,. wholesale dry goods.
 He arrived here Wednesday morn- ing, accompanied by his friend and l fellov-trayeier. Mir. ". L. Wal,ing, and they leave to-day to return to their duties.
 They gave Us very pleasant call "Wednesday evening. and we were very much interested in Punch's story of his life. This is his first visit since he left. that hot August day. i've years ago. He has grown and broad ened in body and mind, and is great big fine looking fellow. with the roses of robust health upon his cheeks. His i father, brother and sister, besides other relatives and the friends of his 1 boyhood days, have all been delighted to see him. and are disappointed that i the Madam and The baby girl are not with him. Bat he promises to bring l them the next time he comes. when they vii be cordially welcomed. even as he has been
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
On the Horns oi a Cow.

Little Harry Neblett had Il narrow escape from serious injury and per hapS death last Monday.
 " hiie playing in the barnvard at al his home Monday evening. lie rTf too close to the COW, and supposedly while throwing her head around | scare of the flies, her horn caught h the boys clothing and sHe then tossed him Up in the air oH Ter horns =bt.r D. she lowered her head Le rolled qtf en tine ground Uninjured except for A long scratch on the side af lis b6dT and one or two other painful bruiSe, which broke the skin, but are not con. Sidered serious, and he is getting a30gp alright.
 His father was nearby and wit. messed the whole affair. but it all han. pened so quickly that lie could n6r prevent 1t nor rescue his boy before il was all over. He experienced inc fright of his life. and is thankful that results were no worse. The boy clothing was almost torn of of him
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
Endorsed hy the County.

The most popular remedy in Otsego county. and the best friend of my fam fly, writes Nm. Nj. Dietz, editor and publisher Of the OtSego Journal. Gil- bertsYille, N. Y.. is Dr Kings New Discovery. It has proved to be an in- fallible cure for coughs and colds, making short work of the worst of them. We always keep a bottle in the house. 1 believe it to be the most
 valuable prescription known for lung and throat diseases" Guaranteed to never disappoint the taker by all drug stores. Price 50c and sl. Trial bottle free. [ e
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30

Notice i> hereby given dat l vii an "Wednesday the 4tA day q Sept. i+11. between legal hours. at the Pound, iu Forrest City Arkansas. offer and seil to the highest aHd best bidder for cash. the follow ing described animal which ha, been in my charge during the fa#4 limit of the time prescribed by iaN:
 Description of animal
 one Bull. about d year and Aalf old pale red. with a little brinde eff sides. white back: nc marks nor brands
 Owners of any or all of the above described stock may claim same by paving the impounding charges 10 the city marshal on IT before the date of sale.
 At the pound on the D. Davis place.
 J. NJ. DAVIS, City Marshal.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
Cures Blood, Skin Diseases. .CaneeI
 Greatest Blood Purifier Free

II your blood k impure. thin. dis eased, hot or fult Of humors. if YOU have blood poison. cancer. carbGncles. eating sores. Scrofula, eczema. itch ing, riSings and bumps, scabby. pimplY skin, bone pains. catarrh. rheuma- tiSm. or any blood or skin disease take Botanic Blood Balm ,B. B. B. Soon all sores heal, aches and pains stop. and the blood is made pure and rich. Druggists or by express. sl per large bottle. Sample free by writing Blood Balm Co.,, Atlanta, Ga. B. B. R. is especially advised for chronic, deep seated cases, as it cures after all else fails.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
LOCAL ADDFND4.

Our genial friend, MT J. D. Nerser, efficient salesman with Brandon. Baugh X Comeany, is again at his post after vacation of a couple of weeks which he spent with relatives and friends at Ripley, Tennessee.
 MT. II. k. Neblett, Of the enterpris- ing dry goods and grocery firm of Nicely & Neblett, was in Memphis couple of days the latter part of last week on business, and bought a large invoice Of fall goods. returning Friday night.
 sam Malouf, brother of John and Mike Malouf. of this city, and who has recently come to America, arrived Sunday, and will make his home here with his relatives for the present. He likes Forrest City very much, and we welcome him to this city.
 Mrs. +. \. Stevens and Master Rob- ert returned N ednesday from Mem phis, Mineral Wells and Horn Lake, Miss, where they had been visiting relatives and friends for about five weeks. Miss Winnie, who was with them, remained al Memphis, and will return the last of next week
 Tonight is the date for the regular meeting of the Law and Order League It is hoped there will be large at tendance sO that the arrangements for the picnic desired to be given in September, may be perfected. and such other business. disposed of as may prop erly come before the meeting. Come out, and bring your friend.
 Master otis Harrison, handsome little nephew of MT II R. Nehlett. came over last Friday from Man phis to visit wjt6 Ii, uncle and family for couple 6f weeks and h having the tine of his life He saYs there are lots of pretty girls in For rest City. and vii, no doubt fall n love with some of them before he re- turns.
 The fail season k close at hand and the straw bat and linen duster wi i.i soon have to be laid aside Anticipat ing the needs of their large number of male customers. Brandon Baugh X Go, have received opened up and now have on sale the nobbiest line of men s. boys and children < hats and caps that they have ever carried. This stock comprises all the latest blocks. and in style, workmanship and mate rial is uneXceled. II you need a good hat al fair price, they can undoubt- edly it and please you. Anyway 1t will be real pleasure 10 show you through the stock, so give them q call, and let them dress you up in q new head piece.
 MT. A D Boyle has accepted the positiono of office man and manager for the Planters Gin Company. vice MT. Tom Lewis, who went to Oklahoma late last spring. MT, Boyle will have charge Of the office keep the books, and look after the business generally, at the gin Arthur k thorough of ice man, quiet and accurate at hg- ures, and writes fine, legibie busi- ness hand. He inherits neatness in bookkeeping from his father, the late Squire r. D. Boyle, and a legion of friends remember very well what pride he used 10 take ill his books, and how wonderfully neat and accurate they always were. Ne congratulate the Planters Gin Company upon securing MT Boyle $ services, ana hope he vii ind the work pleasant, profitable and to his liking.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
" hster was Wrong.

\ teacher asked one of her pupils To >pea separate The boy spelled 1T correctly, but the teacher said it was wrong. and chided him for his lack If know edge When She pupil looked in the dictionary he discovered that he was right. Rising from lis seat he iqignantly showed his teacher. but she stopped him short and snapped out. @6eorge don't tell me l am mis- taken. l was not going 10. said the boy, T just wanted to show YOU what an old fool Webster was.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
HAD A AWFUL. TIMF.
But Chamberlain's eolie. Cholera and
 Diarrhoea Kennedy Cured Him.

It is with pleasure that | give you thls unsolicited testimonial. About a year ago when l had a severe case of measles l got caught out in hard rain. and the measles settled in my stomach and bowels. had an awful time and had it not been for tie use of Chamberlain's Colic. Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy could not have possibly lived but few hours longer. but thanks to this remedy l am now strong and well. l have written the above through gratitude and l shall always speak a good word for this remedy.-Sam H. Gwin, Concord, Ga. For sale by J. T. Sanders.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
\ Happy | anilN.

.l J: Mann of Fordyce, Ark. writes.
 Sed Caristedt $ German Liver Pow der for ten years cured my wife of fe- male troubles. Haven't had a doctor for six years; formerly paid two or three doctor bills year. Would not be without il. Worth it's weight in gold. Price De \ free sampIe at | T. Sanders, drug Store
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
nred Ot InliyeSfion

NIT \. W Pickett. West End. At. lanta. Ga, says: T fully endorse Dr Kings Royal Germetuer f8r lndigeS- ton. After suffering for wears and having tried al the remedies | could hear of without being benetitted. q lew bottles ot tAis great remedy has cured me
 Druggists sci it It Sl per large bottle Ies doses
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
\ Cnre for Constipation and Pile
 DisSoN cred at Last.

CariStedt'> German Liver Powder removes the cause and cures every edSe.
 Never failure reported Try it. Guaranteed 10 cure Price 25e. \ free sample u j. T. Sauders' Drug Store.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
"Regnlar d. the Nm"

is an expression aS old as the race. Nc doubt the rising and setting Of the sun is tie most regular performance in the universe unless it is the action of the liver and bowels when regBiat- ed bY Br Kings New Life Pills. Guaranteed by al druggists. Dc
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30

If you want a jeg of good whisky you can get il at tie Magnolia Saloon. where there is q great variety of brands at prices Q suit. Also wines. brandies. mineral waters bottle and keg beers. etc Cal and see u. T (. Folbre, Jr. X Company.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
peaine,. Cannnt h. Cnred

ts local applications, as they cannot reach tae diseH>ed portion 1T the ear. There i- auIy one way tu eare deafness. Aud fhBf I- Hf eau- ~fftHtlnuat rrue iHr- htsfne~s Is caused Ne au lufamed caHdfttuu of The mucous lining af be EHstHHhlau IHbe. Nheu thI, tube l9 iuHHfned you have d rHmbiinC -luui 9r u- perfect hearing, and when 8t ls cnflrplx closed, deafness ts fhe result, and unless The inflammation can be taken out and the tuh restored to its normal cond ton. hearing Ntf he destroyed forever, ufne eases ont Uf Ten are caused HE eaturrh, W hlch k nothing but an iuhamed condition of the mucous surfaces. We wiil give One Hundred Dollars tar any case Of deafness caused by catarrh that can. not be cured by Halls Catarrb Cure send for circulars free
 f. J CHENEY & co Toledo o
 sold by druggists. 15c
 Take Halls Family pIi. for pfuzrjnar r{pn
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
T T NIi IT V f- T NN ' 'I IUIVIN- Ii- sold by druggists. l5c Take Halls Family PIlls for constipation.
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MT Willie Merwin has given an. other good account of himself: that is to say, he has made good with his superior officers, and has been pro- noted again. He is employed with the Pacific Express Company at Pine Bluff, and since leaving here has earn ed three promotions and is now filling the responsible position of local cash fer for that company. Will is re- markabiy apt, clever honest, and when it comes To d matter of business, makes il q principle to carry out the rules of his employers, impartially and 10 the letter. attending strictly to their business, and treating all customers alike Ne are certainly proud to hear of his success, and hope
 lie vii continue to climb the ladder of success until Le reaches the top Tuug.
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30
Notiee ol Sale of lmpounded stock

Forrest City, Ark. Aug 24. I9o7
The Forrest City times., 1907-08-30

Mrs. R. & Stevens and Master Rob- ert returned Wednesday from Mem phis. Mineral Wells and Horn Lake, Miss, where they had been visiting relatives and friends for about five weeks. Miss Winnie, who was with them, remained al Memphis, and will return the last of next week