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Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1908-04-12

american League.
Fels, the Yale shortstop. handles
himself more like a finished ball play
err than any college product seen in
a good while.-Ncw York Sun.
Umpire johnson has signed for four
years with the National League. Some
persons are always running headlong
into trouble
Hcmphill, the former st. Louis ont.
fielder. now with the New York Amer
leans. is singing the ball hard. and
In the last Atlanta game registered
four hits out CT rs many times IN.
The G. A. r. has notified the Dubu.
que Uowa) club of the Three |
League that It will enjoln the players
from appearing on the diamond Deforc
3 o'clock Decoration day.
Jimmie Barrett did not like the idea
of being sent on the road with the
second team. claiming that no was in
good form for the first team AS Cy
Young and several other clever play
ers are ont with The second choice, Mr..
Barrett shouldn't mind
Manager Armour of the ToIedos de-
clares he will bar picture hats from
his ball park this summer. If the cour-
agoous William can carry out this
cdict against the spreading headgear
of the ladies he will not only have ac.
complished utiltarian reform. but
ono which some mean man will appre
ciatc from an esthetic standpoint as
we'll
President Pnlliam of the National
League thinks the new rule Of cred.
iting batsman with sacrifice hit
when hc scores runner on ny 10
The outficld will be productive of high
~ increased batting averages. bnt tho
records Of 1907 in the major league
do not back him up. There were 2OS
runs scored on flies To tho outfiold In
the National League last year and 800
in the American League. Had these
outs been scored as sacrifice hits. ~
viii be the case in 1908. the general
batting average in the National
League would have been raised only
from .243 TO .245. and in the American
League from 24S to $50.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1908-04-12

Fels, the Yale shortstop. handles
himself more like finished ball play-
err than any college product seen in
good while.-Ncw York Sun.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1908-04-12

Umpire johnson has signed for four
years with the National League. Some
persons are always running headlong
into trouble.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1908-04-12

Hcmphill, the former st. Louis ont.
neider. now with the New York Amer.
leans, is singing the ball hard. and
IN the last Atlanta game registered
Tour hits out CT rs many times up.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1908-04-12

The G. A. II. has notified the Dubu.
que 0owO club of the Three |
League that 1t will enjoin the players
from appearing on tho diamond Deforc
o'clock Decoration day.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS

El Centro Land Co. to l.. B. Moody, con. $lO, lot S9, blk 24, of El Centro.
 l.. B. Moody and Grace B. Moody to Thomas Beach and Edward Dool, con. $1O, lot 39, blk. 24, of El Centro.
 William Bruce and Jennie c. Bruce to R. H., Moorehouse and w. H. Moorehouse, con- $3750 beg. at the N. w. cor. of the N. E. quarter of sec. 34, twp. 16 S., R. IA E., S. B. M., thence south to the s. W. corner of the N. E. quarter, thence east to the right of way of the Southern Pacific Co.,, thence northwesterly along the right of way to north line of sec. 34, thence west to place of beginning, contain ing 75 acres, more or less.
 Imperial Town Go. to Thomas Beach, con- $1O, lot 1O, blk. 95, of Imperial.
 w. J. Doran, trustee, to Imperial Land Co.,, con. $1O, N. E. quarter of N. W. quarter and the N. half of the N. W. quarter of the N. w. quarter of section IS, twp. 17 S., R. IA D., S. B. M., containing 60 acres, more or less.
 William Bruce and Jennie c. Bruce to Thomas Beach and Edward Dool, con. 5000, beginning at N. D. quarter of sec. 34, twp. 16 S., R. IA D., s. B. M. thence west to the right of way of the Southern Pacific Ky. Co.,, thence in southeasterly direction along the right of way to south line of the N E. quar- ter of sec. 34, thence east to the s. E. corner of the N. D. quarter, thence north to beginning, containing 80 acres, more or less.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

cember The amount of money con tributed was S103.51 Bills paid rep resenting the entire expense amount ed to $103.0i, leaving balance of
 60 cents. That so much was accom- plished with so little money is evi- dence of the efficiency of the com mittees in charge. In addition to pro viding premium ribbons and arrange ments for an exhibition hall, the com mittees also provided materials for a
 free dinner served in Blackinton hall.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
FREE GARDEN SEED.

A consignment of vegetable seeds has been received by the Press from Senator Frank P. Flint and is ready for free distribution. Each package contains five varieties. Anyone who desires to start a vegetable garden may obtain seeds by calling at this office.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
DESERT LAND, FINAL PROOF NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.

NJ iCE FOh rO6EiCAt ION United States Land Office, Los Angel
 es, Cal, Jan. 18th, 1908.
 Notice is hereby given that Edmund c. Shellhorn, of Los Angeles, Cal, as- signee of Frank Koubik, has filed notice of intention to make proof on his desert land claim No. 2684, for the B 1-2, NV IA, sec. 5, tp 16 s, R. 13 B, s. B. M., before county clerk at Ell Centro, Cal, on Tuesday, the 10th day of March, 1908. He names the following witnesses to prove the complete irrigation and recla- nation of said land: Henry c. Boak, of El Centro, Cal. Homer R. Balcom, of El Centro, Cal; Louis F. Smith, of Fl Centro, Cal; Harry VandenHeuvel, of Fl Centro, Cal.
 FRANK c. PRESCOTT, f1-f29 Register.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Bryan insists that the Democratic party build it's platform of Roose- velt's policies without any quarrel as to authorship. He argues that the President does not represent the con trolling interests in the Republican party. and that whatever is in the interests of the people in the Roose- welt programme must be gained through the Democratic party.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

LOS Angeles city government ac- cused of grossly stupid mismanage- ment of public business, resulting in tying up of funds required for neces- sary improvements.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

San Francisco proposes to spend 's1, 600. .09O to exterminate rats and fleas. which creatures are accused of spreading bubonic plague.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Another Morse-Heinze bank in New York goes up the Hume. and that is the financial end of Heinze and his pirate crew.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

GoIdfield mine owners forced to abandon their blacklist and establish the open shop. Legislature refused to pass police bill on any other terms.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Presidents message on German tar If regulations stirs up Senate hor- nets nest Senate's dignity and pre- negatives sadly bruised. Ilf
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
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President Roosevelt proclaims a reciprocity treaty with France, pro- viding for twenty per cent reduction of duty on sparkling wines.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
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Chilean fleet sails to meet and es- cort American fleet through straits of Magellan as a precaution against pos sible treacherous laying of mines.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
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National Bank of North America, another of the Morse-Heinze bunco joints in New York, goes up the Hume
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Ouida. the famous novelist, died in poverty on Jan. 24 at the home of her maid IsOlina Cervala, near Florence. Her death was due main'y to old age, although the end was doubtless has tened by the privations she had been compelled to undergo in recent years and which had brought on heart dis ease
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
COUNTY NOTES

opened with twenty scholars. A teacher from Los Angeles is em- ployed.
 John Allen, superintendent of Water Company No has invented and ap- piled for a patent on a machine for cleaning ditches.
 Brawley expects to have this year 5000 acres in cantaloupes and 1000 acres in potatoes, tomatoes and mis- cellaneous vegetables.
 w. S. Corwin is still picking malaga grapes in his vineyard, which has been yielding continuous supply of fruit for eight months,
 A car each of flour, potatoes, oil and gasoline, and canned goods ar rived in Fl Centro this week, con- signed to R. L. Rumsey
 
 Imperial Hose Co., No. will give a costume ball on the evening of St. Valentines day, February IA, at the hall of Imperial Water Go. No. at Imperial.
 The work of preparing land for can taloupe planting is going on all over the valley but the weather is yet too cool for seeding. In another week or ten days planting will begin.
 
 Geo. H. Ballou has brought suit against Sam Webb, Jr., and others, to recover possession of a forty-acre tract on the Alamo, north of Holt vile, and $40O damages, alleging that the claim was jumped last November.
 Marquez Ortesta pleaded guilty to charge of assault with deadly wea- pon, and was sentenced to eighteen months in State prison by Judge Cole last Monday. Ortesta cut another Mexican.
 El Centro Lodge 397. I. o. o. F., will install officers on the night of We'd nesday, Feb. 5. All Odd Fellows in the valley are invited to attend, and members of the lodge are requested especially to be on hand.
 Lieut.. J. H. Weber, U. s. A., retired, president of the board of city trus- tees of Imperial, died of asthma last Thursday. Lieut. Weber had been a resident of Imperial for three years, and active in public affairs.
 The Imperial City Board of Trade has arranged for the distribution of 50,O00 pamphlets advertising the city, and has requested the people to clean up and decorate the city for the visit of the Los Angeles excursionists on February 27.
 An oratorical competition and en- for children will be given in Fl Centro Opera House next Mon- day night under the management of the w. c. T. U. The musical pro- gramme includes selections by Prof. Scarpa's orchestra and solos by Mrs. Miss Balcom and Miss Carr.
 Engineer Hermann and Bridge l Foreman Best of the c. D. Go. have | located a bridge on the line of the road to San Diego across the Westside canal, the bridge crew and are on the way, and the bridge will be completed in few days.
 The initial number of the Desert | Farmer, a monthly magazine devoted | to farming in Imperial Valley, pub lished by John B. Baker has ap- | peared. There is a field for such a magazine, and judging by the first | the Desert Farmer will oc- cupy the field satisfactorily, and to 4L, nf an int in tha !
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
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Leslie M Pshaw still imagines that he is candidate for Republican nom- 7nation for President.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
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The Ryan-Sheehau crowd insists that Bryan retire from the race, and Bryan firmly refuses.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01
NEWS IN BRIEF
Happenings of the Week Boiled
 Down For Busy Readers
Jake Riis starts boom for Roosevelt For Mayor of New York

general rainfall in California brings seasons precipitation up to normal average.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

District Attorney Langdon. of San Francisco, refuses to be bound by any promise made by Heney.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Los Angeles hotels, clubs and res taurants fire Japs, who have become unbeatable in their insolence. Ev- erybody is tired of Jap help.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Arrangements have been made for 4he concentration of troops on the Pacific Coast this winter. The army will arrive at the Pacific Coast gov ernmeut reservations practically at the same time the fleet under Admiral Evans is due there.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Small whirlwind dances away with Long Beach COW and scatters a barn all over First street.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

U- s. Geological Survey reports that water enough to irrigate 25O,OO0 acres is going to waste in San Diego county
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

compelled to undergo in recent years and which had brought on heart dis ease.
 LOS Angeles city government ac- cused of grossly stupid mismanage- ment of public business, resulting in tying up of funds required for neces- sary improvements.
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 Presidents message on German tar If regulations stirs up Senate hor- nets nest. Senate's dignity and pre- negatives sadly bruised. i1f
 Leslie M. Pshaw still imagines that he is candidate for Republican nom- 7nation for President.
 National Bank of North America, another of the Morse-Heinze bunco joints in New York, goes up the Hume.
 The Ryan-Sheehau crowd insists that Bryan retire from the race, and Bryan firmly refuses.
 Chilean fleet sails to meet and es- cort American fleet through straits of A1ocDIran n. n prooo,tioY, a met noe sible treacherous laying of mines.
 Goldfield mine owners forced to abandon their blacklist and establish the open shop. Legislature refused to pass police bill on any other terms. President Roosevelt proclaims reciprocity treaty with France, pro- viding for twenty per cent reduction of duty on sparkling wines.
 San Francisco proposes to spend .S1 ,000.090 to exterminate rats and fleas. which creatures are accused of spreading bubonic plague.
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 Bryan insists that the Democratic party build it's platform of Roose- velt's policies without any quarrel as to authorship. He argues that the President does not represent the con- trolling interests in the Republican party, and that whatever is in the interests of the people in the Roose- welt programme must be gained through the Democratic party.
 District Attorney Langdon. of San Francisco, refuses to be bound by any promise made by Heney
 Los Angeles hotels, clubs and res taurants fire Japs, who have become unbeatable in their insolence. Ev- erybody is tired of Jap help.
 -OoO-=- Small whirlwind dances away with Long Beach COW and scatters a barn all over First street.
 -ooO- D. s. Geological Survey reports that water enough to irrigate 250,00O acres is going to waste in San Diego county.
 Los Angeles Coroner and deputy indicted for footing the county and robbing bodies of the dead.
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 New York Republican county com mittee strongly endorses Hughes and urges that New York delegation be instructed to support him.
 Los Angeles banks cash checks for taxes to the amount of $26OOOO in gold. Plenty of money in all of the banks.
 Arrangements have been made for 9he concentration of troops on the Pacific Coast this winter. The army will arrive at the Pacific Coast gov ernment reservations practically at the same time the fleet under Admiral Evans is due there.
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Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Los Angeles Coroner and deputy indicted for footing the county and robbing bodies of the dead.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

Los Angeles banks cash checks fol taxes to the amount of $26O,OOO 1T gold. Plenty of money in all of tho banks.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

New York Republican county com mittee strongly endorses Hughes and urges that New York delegation be instructed to support him.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-02-01

A. l.. Loffer and Ira Aten, finance committee. have made their final re- port on the Farmers Institute and Colt Show held in El Centro in De
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
For Representative.

We are authorized to announce MT. ]. A. Hnman as a candidate for Representative of the Lower House Of the General Assembly of the State Of Arkansas, from Drew county, sub jeot to the action Of the Democratic Primary.
 We ue authorized to announce Hon D. E. Barker as a candidate for reelection for re pre- sentative ef the Lower House Of the General As. sembly of Arkansas from Drew County sub ject to tho action of the Democratic PrimaIy Election.
 Wear authorized to announce Hon. J. F Hughes A. candidate for Representative of ihe Lower House Of the General Assembly oi Arkansas from Drew County: subject to the nc. ton of the Democratic Primary Election.
 weare authorized to announce MT Robt. L. Collins as a candidate for Representative of the Lower House Of the General Assembly of Ar kansas. from Drew county. subject to the action Of the Democratic Primary.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23

Since it has been publicly charg ed that G. w. Doneghey, a candi- date for Governor, has had speech written for him by some other per son and is.sending it broadcast over the State as his own production, it is up to him to go before the people and show his hand. The people have alright te Know the manner of man for whom they are voting and especially for Governor
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
For Trea surer.

We are authorized to announce Mir. W. B Hcflin as candidate for Treasurer of Drew county. subject 10 the action of the Democratic Primary.
 We are authorized to announce Judge R. c Knox as candidate for Treasurer of Drew county, subject 10 the action of the Democratic Primary.
 We are authorized to ann ounce Mir & A. Al. len as candidate for Treasurcr'of Drew couu. ty. subject to the action of the Democratic Fri. mary.
 We are authorized to announce MT. J. W. Bar. net as a candidate for Treasurer of Drew Coun- ty. subject to the action of the Democratic Pri- mary.
 We arc authorized to announce Mir. II. II. Ad- cock as A candidate for Treasurer Of Drew Coun ty. subject to the action of the Democratic Pri mary.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
It Will Stay There

.!In my family medicine chest no remedy is permitted to remain unless it proves beyond a doubt the best to obtained for it's partielar purpose. For treating all mann CT of skin trouble such as Eczema Tetter, Ringworm, ,etc Hunts cure has held it's place for many years. 1 have failed to find snrer rem- eby. It cures itching instantly.
 K. NJ. Swann, Frank lin, La,
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
From The Antilles.

Mir. W. o. Fogmiy, who is q member of the Ciy Council at Kingston, Jamaica West Indies, writes as follows 'Ono bottle of Cham berlains Cough Remedy had good affect on cough that was giving me trouble and I think l should have been more quickly re- lieved if I had continued the re- medy. That it yas beneficial and and quick in relieving me .there is no doubt and i, is my intenti on to obtain anothr bottle
 For sale by t. E. Bordeaux.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
AGnre fn- Miearv

Il have found cure for mis- cry malaria poison produces. says R. NJ James, of Loullen s. c. / It is called Electric Bitters and comes Tn Soc bottles It breaks up a easeof ehiIls or abllious attack in almost no time; and it puts yell low iaundiee clean out of eommis- sion." This great tonic medicine and blood purifier gives quick re- lief ir ali stomach. liveraad kidney complaints and the misery of lame back.
 Sold under guarantee.. at all drug stores.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
Conmissioner,s Safe.

By order of the Drew Chancerv Court, render ed at it's December term I9a7, iu case If Lnell l. Hankins and others against Lovie Ma! Mark and others heirs of fIyerson L. and Bet tie A. Brooks. deceased, i'll sell at the Cour House door i'll MoHtieel llo, Ark, at public ont; ery to the highest bidder, on a credit of three months, between the hours of ten o'clock q. III. and three oclocs. m. on
 Saturday, January 25th, 1908, Block number forty four tlIl in the town Of Monticello. Ark. being the old Brooks proper. ty near the Public School Building on Main Street The title will be perfect.
 Dee. g, I907 R c Knox
 !. G. Williamson, Atty. commisaoner.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23

IL is very important and in fact it IS absolutely necessary to health that we give relief to the stomach promptly at the first sigr of trouble-whioh are belching of gas, nausea, sour stomache, head. ache, irritabIess and nervousness. These are warnings that the stomach has been mistreated; it is doing to much work and it is de- manding help from you. Take something once ina while especial ly after meals; something like ko- dol For. Dyspepsia and Indi' gestoin. It will enable your stom ach to do it's work ed properly.
 For sale by
 Brown McQuiston < Go.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23

Bi Is will be received until i2 M April lst 1908, by the undersigned County Jail Gommis- s1oner for the building of u County Jail for Drew County. located in the town of Monticel- 10, Arkansas according to plans and specifca- lions prepared by William 5. Hall, Architect. now on file in the office of the County Judge Of said County
 Copy of plans and specifications may be seen In the office of Mir. J. E. Farley. Commissioner, tat Monticello, and the office af William S.. i Hull, of Jackson, Mississippi.
 certified check to the amount of One Thous- and Dollars is to accompany thls bid. The right is reserved 10 reject any and all bids.
 J. E. FARLEY Commissioner
 J. II, HAMMOCK Co. Judge In,,
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
A HIher Health Level.

,,I havereached a higher bea lth level sine 1 began using Dr. Kings New Lie Pills" writes Jacob SpringeI of West Franklin, Main They keep my bowels stomach and live working just right If these pills disappoint yon on trail, money will be refunded at all drug sores. 25c.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
Public Speaking.

According to advertised sched ule, two candidates for the Dem. ocratic nomination for Govern. or, Hons. H. Hinemon and N F. Kirby, spoke at the Court House in this city on last Satur, day evening to packed house. Hon. K. w. McFarlane, another of the candidates for Governor, and who has been making a joint canvass with Messrs. Hine- mon and Kirby, failed to be with them al this place on ac- count of sickness.
 Mayor, Patrick Henry, and who Is, also. Chairman of the Democratic Central Committee. introduced the speakers.
 Hon. ]. H. Hinemon was the first speaker, and for one hour and thirty minutes he entertain ed and interested his audience with one of the most logical and most appropriate speeches ever made in this city on state issues. He presented clearly and force fully the issues he favors, and from the oft repeated rounds of applause he received it was plain to perceive that his views were endorsed by his large audience. First, he favors harmony among the different departments of the
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23

LO5T-From Longview, Ark. on De. IS, 1907, one sorrel horse about r6 hands higi, weight about Io5oIbs. Has small star in forehead. Riglt ear split, white in mane whee collarjworks. Delivered or wrie to F. B. Withers, Hamburg, Ar.., and get reward.
 or Ed Ahrens.
 Monticello, Ark.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
For Road OVerseer.

We are authorized to announce Mir. Jas. l.. Boon a candidate for Road overseer of the South half of Marion Township. subject to the action of the Democratic Primary
 We are authorized to announce MT. C. s. sanderlin as q candidate for re election as Road 0veerseer of the South half of Marion Town ship. subject to the action of the Democratic Primary.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
Catarrh and Headaches

Mrs. z. E. Gotortbl l2ll0 Holly street, Kansas City, writes: Alter using sample, bottle and two 25c bottles or Hunts Lighting Oil, am almost we'll ef eatarrh. It stops my headaches. It is the best medicine 1 ever saw and I jus' can't keep house without it. She is light.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
or Ass essor.

We are authorized to announce MT. Young K. RaJ al as n candidate for Assessor of Drew county. subject to the action of the Democratic Primary.
 We are authorized to announce NIT. M M Dickson AS n candidate for Assessor of Drew county. subject to the action of the Democratic Primary.
 We are au horized to announce Mir. Geo. R Cater AS a candidate for Assessor of Drew Coun. ty subject 10 the action Of Democratic Primary.
The Monticellonian., 1908-01-23
For County and Pro bate Judge.

We are authorized to aunolnce MT: J. II. Hammock candidate for reelection to tho oaice of conaty and. Pro bate Judge of Drew county, subject to the ac- ton of the Democratic Primary.
 We are authorized to announce Mfr. l, A. Bird as a candidate for the office of County and Pro- bate Judge of Drew county, subject to the ne ton of the Democratic Primary.