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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09

of the hydrocurve hull is widest AMI
of least draft at the PROV and narrows
gradually to the apex of the stern,
where it is of greatest draft. The boz
tom is slightly conceived, both length
wise and crosswise The sides are
slightly cOnveXed, both lengthwise ami
vertically. By this form of boat the
resistance of the water overcome by
its bottom surface is counterbalanced
by the pressure of the water flown z
against its sides, thus establishing an
equilibrium of forces This is impos-
sible in the ordinary form of the hull,
wherein every particle of water must
be handled in two directions. The n.y.
drocurve hull moves each particle of
water in one direction only. 1t is claim.
ed also that there is a saving close t.
IS per cent in power secured by this
hull
Swimming Dish.
1t can readily be seen from the de.
scription of the new craft that the
draft of a boat is cut down one-half.
For an example, if the old time model
drew ten feet of water, one built On
the hydrocurve plan having the same
tonnage, will draw only five feet of
water With such a model there would
be very little need for the fourteen
foot channel on the rivers to the gulf,
and large vessels could ply the river
and no new channels needed
But it is not only the saving of
draft, but, according to the statements
of the inventor, the fuel bill is cut
down one-half. He claims for his boat
that the same power which is in
stalled in the ordinary boat will give
twice the speed now attained if placed
in the hydrocurve hull. This fact is
being demonstrated.
Ex-Governor Van SAINT Takes IA Ride.
That the boat is attracting unusual
attention is evidenced from the fact
that yesterday Ex-Governor S. r. VaI
SAINT of MinnecOta, who is a steamship
man, was in the city to investigate the
new model in view of experimenting
with it on the lakes should it prove
successful in his eyes. Mr.. VanSant
will make several trips in the craft
and be entertained by the builders.
The model of the boat is 40 feet i'll
length with an eighty-horse-power en-.
CINE installed 1t is claimed that forty
miles can be made if the craft is fora-
ed. The ordinary speed carried is thir-
ty-siX and quarter. The boat draws
about twelve inches of water.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
AMERICANS IN PERSIA SAFE
Turkish Government Gives Assurance
to u. S. Minister,

Washington, D. c.. Aug. 9.-Amer-
lean missionaries in Persia and the
teachers of the American school fl
girls at Urumiah are in no peril. Am
bassador Leishman at COnstantinopla
has been assured by the sublime port =
that all possible measures would hs
taken to safeguard American interests
in the territory in dispute between
Turkey and Persia and that orders u
that effect had been telegraphed to
the Turkish military commanders.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09

of Lohengren's wedding march. played
by Miss Ella Zahn, the bride and
groom decended the stairs preceded By
little Ruth Alene Trent carrying the
took their places in the front parlor
beneath a bower of smilax and pink
carnations. Here Rev. J. b. Rutter of
Peoria spoke the solemn words which
united their lives. Miss Bessie O'Neal
sang 20. Promise Me" during the
ceremony. The bride was attired Ill
beautiful imported cream yelling over
cream silk made princess with cream
lace yoke. The color scheme of pink
and green was beautifully carried out
in the house decorations. FestOons Of
smilaX hung from chandelier to each
corner of brides table and where held
in place by bows of pink ribbon. A
dainty supper was served. The
bride and groom left later in the evA-
ming for short river trip and will re
turn next week and depart for their
future home near Conway Springs
where the groom has furnished Il nice
new cottage on his farm for the re-
ception of his bride. Mrs. Little has
been a lifelong resident of Milan and
is well and favorably known, having
host of friends who will miss her. NJ"
Little is promising young farme:.
The presents were many and beauli-
full, consisting chiefly of cut glass AMI
silver. The out of town guests were
Mr.. and Mrs. John Zahn and son John
and Miss Tia Zahn of Fon du Lac,
and Miss Ella Zahn of Fond du Lac,
Wis, Mrs Robert Elliott of CONWAY
Springs, kas., Miss Fannie Thomas of
Clinton, Iowa, Miss Maye Harris of
Beardstown, Ill. Cecil Jackson of Ore
gon, H., Mr.. and Mrs. William Hea h
and daughter Miss Beth of Davenport,
Mr.. and Mrs. H. J. Trent and daughter,
Mr.. and Mrs. Milton O'Haver, Miss
Bessie O'Haver. Mrs. Elizabeth Brock
man and son and Mr.. and Mrs. n.
Birkenmeyer, all of Rock Island, and
Mr.. and Mrs. David Little and daugh-
ter, Miss Rea. and son Robert and Mr..
and Mrs. Cyrus Miller of Taylor
Ridge
Given a Surprise.-Miss NADIA Bo /
enstedt and Miss Ella Theus were sur
prised at their home, coo Fourth ave-
nue. Wednesday evening by the mem-
bers of the Four Leaf Glover club. The
evening was spent in games and sew
eral of the club members rendered
piano selections. Refreshments wece
served to about 20 couples during the
evening.
Entertains for Guest.-Mrs. II. T.
McKown at her home, lips Fourteenth
street yesterday afternoon was hostess
at reception in honor of her guest,
Miss Frances Chinn of Bettendors,
Iowa. Sixteen guests were present.
Plate Shower for Bride-to-be.-Miss
Mildred Warnoek is entertaining pat-
ty of young ladies at Fejervary park,
Davenport, this afternoon for Miss
Anna Marshall bride of next month.
Gives Tea.-Mrs. T. J. Buford gave
a tea yesterday afternoon in honor Of
her daughter, Mrs. ]. Franklin Belle OF
Washington, who is visiting her.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
Irregular as the Sun"

No doubt the rising and setting of the
sun is the most regular performance
in the universe, unless it is the action
of the liver and bowels when regulat :
with DR.. Kings New Life Pills. Guar
anteed by w. T. HartZ, druggist, sol
Twentieth street. Csc.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
Case is Continued

The case against Arthur Burris. the
young colored man who was charged
with intent to murder his wife.
white woman, was continued by Mag
istrate Elliott this afternoon until next
Friday afternoon at o'clock Burris
has not as yet retained an attorney but
expects to secure one by the time of
the hearing.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
Eczema.

For the good of those suffering wi h
eczema or other such trouble, | wish
to say, my wife had something of that
kind and after using the doctors rem
edies for some time concluded to try
Chamberlain's Salve, and it proved To
be better than anything she had tried.
For sale by all druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
WEATHER MIGHTY CONTRARY
Insists Upon Doing What Forecaster
Says it Won't

Great joke that which has been played
locally on Uncle Sans weather forecast
ing bureau this week For three da IS
the prediction was fair weather and it
continued to rain pitchforks and sd ~
logs. When the weather men were
ready to admit the corn and Above
that it might be wet the next day it
quit. The forecast of additional damp
ness was made today with not a cloud
in sight.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
MANY TAKE RIVER TRIP
Evening Ride on River Attracts a
Large Crowd

a large crowd, both from Moline and
this city, attended the moonlight ex-
cursion given by the Young Peoples
society Of the Mission Tabernacle Of
Moline last evening. The w. W. LETT
this morning with the children of the
Memorial Christian church for an ou.-
ing at Linwood. The boat will return
about 1880 this evening and will then
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
Free Baby DaY-Eree.

During evey Friday a sitting of your
baby and one cabinet picture will be
given to you, free In lots of one dozen
or more, our 81 cabinets for So ;-our s.
cabinets for 81, etc, etc. Have some
good pictures of your baby.
SMITHS STUDIO.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09

take a private party for a trip
down the river. Tomorrow after
noon it Will make a special trip to Lee
Claire. leaving the local port al 3:15.
1t will arrive here on the return trip
about S o'clock.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09

LittIeCropper.-The beautiful home
of Postmaster and Mrs. r. Z. Little Oil
East Dickson street, Milan, was the
scene of pretty wedding last evening
when their niece Miss Julia Ann Crop
per of Milan was united in marriage
to David Williams Little of Conway
Springs, Kas. At $50 to the strains
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
GREAT GREAT GRANDFATHER
Moscow, Iowa, Man Lives to see Fifth
Generation.

BY the birth yesterday of a daugh-
ter to Mr.. and Mrs. Howard Warfield
of Muscatine S. NJ. Chase of Moscow.
Iowa, is made a great great grand
father. Mr.. Chase will celebrate his
9Sth birthday anniversary next Mon
day.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09
SOCIAL AFFAIRS.

TSociety news. written or telephoned
TO the society editor of The Argus. will
be gladly received and published. But
In either case the identity of the sender
must be made known. to insure relia-
bility. Written notices must bear sig
nature and address
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09

All the news all the time-THE
ARGUS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-08-09

Gives Tea.-Mrs. T. J. Buford gave
a tea yesterday afternoon in honor Of
her daughter, Mrs. J. Franklin Belle of
Washington. who is visiting her.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
The Pari. Walters, Trick.

'T was in a Paris cafe" said the
American tourist, "when there was a
sudden quarrel not far away, and |
suspended my eating, as did every
body else, to see what the trouble was.
1t appeared that one of my country
men, whom had not noticed In enter
ing, had dined at table not far away,
and when he received his check he
handed the waiter a ten dollar gold
piece. The waiter put the coin into
his mouth and made change for So
only. The Yankee kicked and swore
there was a swindle, but the waiter
took the IS from his mouth and held
it up and said:
"'Seel 1t is here. 1t is the coin he
gave me. Is it not for him to apollo
gizeY
1T looked that way to me, but my
.countryman knew thing or two. He
grabbed the rascal by the throat and
choked his mouth open, and, 10, ten
dollar gold piece dropped to the floor.
The fellow had the $5 in his mouth to
work the trick, and when l got to
thinking the thing over | remembered
that It had been successfully worked
on me a dozen times over."-ChicagO
News,
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
HeaXinq the Loo.

Heaving the log is one Of those pic
turesque sea expressions with which
all landsmen are acquainted. though
probably few could explain the exact
process. The log is quadrant shap-
ed piece Of wood loaded with lead at
the curve. The line to which 1t is at
tached is 100 fathoms long and is di-
yided by knots into equal distances of
forty-seven feet each. These distances
are the same fraction Of nautical
mile "a knot as twenty-eight seconds
Is of one hour. Consequently the num-
Der of knots that slip off The reel in
twenty-eight seconds after the log is
In the water is the speed per hour that
the ship is making-St. James Ga
zette.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
DlsCREDI7ED WITNESS.
Plaintiffs Counsel in pruoe Case
Agrees to obliterate His
Evidence.

London, Dec. 1.-THE dramatic dis
appearance from London OF Robert c.
Caldwell, the American witness in
the Druce case, served to revive In
terest in the proceedings and when
the hearing was resumed the court
room was crowded. Replying to Mag
istrate Plowden, Mr.. Atherly Jones
declared that he regarded the testi-
mony of Caldwell as having been dis
credited on certain points and that
therefore all his evidence should be
obliterated. He, also intimated his
belief that Horace Avory, counsel for
the defence, had established his con-
tention that Caldwell and his alleged
brother were oneAand the same per-
son. So
Mr. Avory, in opening for the de-
fence, denounced Caldwell as most
noXious perfurer." A warrant for
the extradition of Caldwell was issued
at .the Bow street police court and Ihe
Police,of New York will be asked I'd
city.
Mr.. Avory announced that ri neces-
sary in the interest of justice Her.
bert Druce would consent to the re-
opening of the grave of his father, T.
c. Druce.
The only witness for the defence
called was nurse named Bailey. who
testified that she had held the hand Of
T. c. Druce when he died on Dec. 2s,
1864, that she had seen the body plac-
ed In its coffin, and that she had been
present at the funeral. The evidence
given at previous trials by two doc
tors who have since. died was then
read. Both physicians had sworn
that they attended T. c. Druce in his
last illness. The case was then ad-
joumed until Dec. 90.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
Tn. Ground Hoa,s sI.sp.

The woodchuck's is curious shift,
a case of nature outdoing herself.
Winter spreads far and fast, and
woodchuck. in order to keep ahead out
Of danger, would need wings. Must
he perish then? Winter spreads far,
but does not 80 deep-down only about
four feet, and woodchuck. If he cannot
escape overland, can perhaps go under
land. So down he goes through the
winter down into a mild and even
temperature five long feet away-but
as far away from the snow and cold
as bobollnk among the reeds of the
distant Orinoco. Indeed woodchuck's S
is a farther journey and even more
wonderful than bobolink's, for these
five feet carry him beyond the bounds
OF time and space into the mysterious
realms of sleep, of suspended life, to
the very gates of death. That he will
return with bobolink. that he will come
up alive with the spring out of this
dark way, is very strange. = Dallas
Sharp in Atlantic.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
Limit of Human strenuth.

Experiments upon number of men
have shown that n man feet high
and weighing l26 pounds will lift, on
an average, 1876 pounds through YER
tical distance of s inches or 211
pounds through height of 1,2 inches.
Others 61 feet high and weighing 1888
pounds could lift the 1876 pounds to II
height of Is inches or 217 pounds to n
height of inches. Other men feet
3 inches high and weighing 1SS pounds
could lift 1876 pounds to height of 16
inches or PIT pounds to height Of o
inches. BY Il great variety of eyperi-
ments 1t was shown that the average
human strength is equivalent to rails
ing 80 pounds distance of 2la feet in
a second.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
Children to Let.

Quite n flourishing trade is done by
the poorer classes of Madrid who let
out their children to beggars at so
much per hour. The intending hlrer
applies to the parents of likely child,
the price is agreed upon, small
amount paid down as guarantee for
the return of the little one. and the
beggar forthwith sets out with his hui
man implement of trade to implore the
public charity. The children whose
task II is to soften the hearts of the
passersby are required to possess
special qualifications. They must have
hungry looking faces, be first rate
crlers and not very ugly, for good
looking child is more likely to earn
extra pennies on account of its pretty
face than less favored competitor
Madrid Herald.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
officer weds; Sails Away.

Fairfield, ILL.,. Dec. 17,-While her
husband sailed with the battleships
yesterday on their cr,ilse half way
around the world. his young bride,
Miss Havilene Tompkins Of this city,
who Saturday was married to Lieu
tenant Clarence Chandler, U. s. N,
at Norfolk. Va, will return to Fair
field to settle the estate of her father,
Colonel II. Tompkins, who recently
died here. Colonel Tompklns was one
of the wealthiest men in this section
of Illinois. He left large estate,
mostly in rich farm lands. and OF this
his daughter will inherit about 800
acres. Colonel Tompkins practiced
law with Abraham Lincoln.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
WEST VIRGINIA FOR KNOX.
Senator MeDermott outlines Political
Situation In Mountain state.

Pittsburg, Dec. 17.-"Senator Knoz
lives close to us, is well known to our
people, who regard him as one Of the
great men of the country. II his
presidential boom expands as his
friends claim II will 1t is quite likely
that the national delegates from my
state will reserve seats in the Knox
bandwagon.'-J. II. McDermott, pres
ident Of the senate of West Virginia.
Senator McDermott is spending
much time in Pittsburg these days,
his large business interests having
local connections. The senator is
one of the important factors in the
politics Of the Mountain State and his
success in the field hos been equal
to that which has crowned his bust
ness ventures. Personally he pos
sessess in large degree that magne-
tism of manner and frankness of ex.
preston which win friends-also
votes. He is a great admirer of Pres.
ident Roosevelt, also of Senator Knox,
but the formers declaration as to a
denomination is so recent, he said,
that the people of West Virginia have
no. yet had time to get their bear
ings.
I'VE hoped and expected Roosevelt
to reconsider his statement made
three years ago." continued Mr.. Nc
Dermott. Sentiment will, no doubt
again crystalhze by the time the state
convention is held next May, in which
event the national delegates will prob
ably be given instructions"
Senator McDermott is much inter
ested in the gubernatorial campaign
now being waged in his state. He is
enthusiastic in his support Of Secre-
tary of the Commonwealth Charles
". Swisher
The fight for the governorship is
between Mr.. Swisher and State Aud.
ltor Arnold Scherr," he declared.
"Others have been mentioned, but the
contest is between these two. Both
are strong men and the contest will
Dt ClOSt W MANY II
esting. MY advices from many coun-
ties now pledged to fall in line for
him leave no doubt in my mind but
what he will be given the nomination.
Relations between Senator Elkins
and Mr.. Swisher have always been in
innate. They are close friends. Sen.
ator Scott is candidate for re-elec-
ton and is taking no active part in
the gubernatorial contest. Mr.. Swish
er's platform has been we'll received
by the people He is pledged to a
continuation of the policy of tax re-
form, local option by vote of the
people. increased appropriations for
schools and public roads.
at the next regular session of the
legislature, it is probable that a uni
form primary law. similar to that now
in operation in Pennsylvania, will be
made one of our statutes. For the
coming special session the governor
is expected to include in his call rec
ommenda tions for a revision of the
banking laws and the abolishment Of
the fee system
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
Pennsylvania Railroad.
Bulletin.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS ON THE RAILS.
WILLIAM B. JAMES.

AT other period of the year does the homebungr grip the
human heart with such yearnug Christmas time
The lasting of the old homestead the tender welcome Of
the older and the greetings of the younger dear the
happy reunion about the sa board the pungent oor of the
cedar the wtchey of the lily he lurking sentiment of the
ueoe, all combine to make lure we'll nigh irresistible
1t is the of reunions and ogaherngs, of meeting
and parting
The zest of travel rife for apart from the home gongs and
social exchanges holiday time for many aud there pleas
excursions be made where sightseeing has added relish
from the prevalent gaiety and good cheer.
The Pennsylvania Railroad is always pouar at holiday times
Its system far reaching and the time closely inter-
with the needs Of the traveller trains and
we'll equipped for the accommodation Of every class of travel
and its ickng arrangements satisfying that might be termed
the Santa Claus route.
Its Limited trains carrying the highest grade of travellers
completely appointed every detail offer exceptional advantages
the children going home from school for the Christmas vacation
The boys naturally gravate such ans the girls will find every
comfort and safeguard well maid their command
No matter whittier bound it is consult Pennsylvania
Railroad Ticket Agent trains and He you
right; the will be easy
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
Retroqressive.

Extracts from Miss Evergreen's dia-
ry:
This is my eighth birthday. A new
brother came. His name will be Fritz.
Fritz is twenty years old today, just
a year younger than |. People always
take us for twins.
Fritz will be thirty years old tomor-
row, his wedding day. How the time
does fly! OF course he is eight years
my senior and used to carry me about
when l was baby; still it seems
strange to think of the boy getting
married."-Fliegende Blatter.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
Burns $4,000 In Bills; Dies.

Marion, o.. Dec. 17.-John Gordon,
farmer of this county, burned $10,-
900 in bills yesterday short time be-
fore he died. Gordon was s. years
old, and in the last few weeks had
grown childish. He had steadfastly
refused to put the $4,000, the saw
ings of years. into a bank, but kept
the bills under his pillow He amused
himself by setting fire to them and
watching them burn. He succumbed
to heart disease soon after
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
The Origin of the Word Ei!ibuster.

The name "buccaneer' wSs chiefly
affected by the English adventurers on
our coast. while the French members
Of the profession often preferred the
name of ''flibustier." This word, which
has since been corrupted into our fa-
miliar "flibuster." is said to have been
originally Il corruption, being nothing
more than the French method of pro-
nOuncing the word ''freebooters,' y
which title had long been used for in
dependent robbers
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
huahes Club In Nebraska.

Lincoln, Neb. Dec. 17.-George To
hey, formerly private secretary to
United States Senator E. E. Burkett,
today began the organization of a
Hughes club with Senator Burkett as
aspirant for the vice presidency. The
Nebraska delegation was practically
pledged to Secreary Taft by the last
Republican state convention, but
friends Of Hughes and LaFollette
will contest for the delegates at the
next urinary
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18

One by one the plaques of Egypt are
being abolished by science. The frogs
were abolished long ago by the drain
tile. The fleas are checked by insect
powder, and the darkness that could
be felt has melted away before the are
light. The sixth plague still remains
in full glory. The fly is always with
us. The great DR.. Radcliffe used to
declare that the three worst annoy
ances of life were smoke, flies and ir.
relevant questions.-C Golfers Weekly.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
Shoots Two Women and Himself.

Columbus, O., Dec. II. = Otto
Schmigler, Hungarian tailor, shot
and probably fatally wounded Mrs.
Caroline Webster and seriously
wounded Miss Myrtle Spence and
then killed himself The tragedy oc-
cuIred at the home of Mrs. Webster,
grocer's wife, from whom Schmig-
Ter rented a room. He had been out
of employment and was respondent.
1t is said Schmigler was infatuated
with Miss Spence and that she re-
pulsed his advances.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1907-12-18
A Home Made Happy by Chamberlnln's
Cough Remedy.

About two months ago our baby girl
had measles which settled on her lungs
and at last resulted in a severe attack of
bronchitis. We had two doctors but no
relief was obtained. Everybody thought
she would die. went to eight different
stores to find certain remedy which had
been recommended to me and failed to
get it, when one of the storekeepers in
sisted that 1 try Cham berlain's Cough
Remedy. did so and our baby is alive
and we'll today. = Geo. w. Spence, Holly
Springs, N. g. For sale by Dunn q
Fulton.