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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1908-02-18
BRITISH EXPLAIN
WHY THEY DECLINE
Doubt Their Ability to De-
termine Eligibility of
Athletes.

NEW YORK. Feb. 1s.-Gustavus T.
Kirby chairman Of the advisory com
mittee Of the intercollegiate Associa-
ton Of Amateur Athletes Of America,
yesterday received IA communication
from the representatives Of oxford and
Cambridge Universities, giving In detail
tie reasons Of the Englishmen for de-
Ginning the challenge OF the American
colleagues for an international contest.
After rociting the fear that there
might be danger OF congestion, with the
Olympic championships and other meets
scheduled for next July, the communi-
cation says;
No Time for Investigation.
There vas also the further difieulty
OF our inability TO secure at so short no
tice adequate guarantees that all the
members on either side claiming 10 be
selected or deemed worthy Of selection
we're IN ali respects bona-fide students
and bona-fide athletes.
you must allow US to explain quite
frankly that 1t does not necessarily fol
low, because certain candidates have
been or may be allowed TO compete az
championship meetings I'm various parts
OF the British empire or OF the United
States, OF America that such candidates
necessarily conform 20 the high stand
ard OF amateurism which IS considered
absolutely essential in any meeting
under the direction OF the Oxford and
Cambridge Athletic Clubs.
Easier :sT Americans.
we quite admit that on your side
the general difficulties are not so great
American representatives have ar
ranged ana may have been already Sc
lected TO come TO London for the Olym-
pic games in July, 1875, and, therefore
could easily play an earlier or later
part in your proposed competition.
They are, after ali. for your purposes
within one area, however large; where
az the British Representatives are dis
tributed over the wide world
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1908-02-18

pIiabIe an the parts, and
assists nature In its sublime
work. BY its aid thousands
of women have passed this
great crisis in perfect safety
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
DEMOCRATS, ATTENTION!

There will be meeting of the Dem ocrats of Imperial county at El Centro, on Saturday, March 2S, for the purpose of providing for the election of a county central committee, and general ly for the purpose of organizing the party and getting into war armor for the ensuing political campaign. Everything points, at present, to a sweeping victory at the next election and the Democrats of Imperial county must not be behind in doing their share to place in the Presidential chair the foremost citizen of the United States.
 Every Democrat should come. Ev- cry Democrat has an equal voice at a Democratic meeting.
 J. D. CARR.
 Of Dem. Go. Cent. Com.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
NOTICE OF TIME OF HEARING OF
 ROAD PETITION.

Notice is hereby given that at a regular meeting of the Board of Su- pervisors of Imperial county, to be held at their office in El Centro, Cal, on the Eth day of April, 1908, at 10:30 a. m. of said day, the hearing and considering of the petition heretofore presented to said board.
 For a Road.
 Beginning at the N. w. corner of Sec. 8, T. 15 S., R. 14 E. and Imperial avenue road; thence due east to the N. E. corner of Sec. g, a distance of two miles, said road to be 50 feet wide. G. e., 25 it. each side of Sec. line.)" At which time and place all object ing land owners will appear and show cause why said road shall not be created as prayed for.
 Done by order of the Board of Su- pervisors, this 3rd day of March, 1908.
 D. s. ELDER, County Clerk and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
SUPERVISORS,
Receive Report of MeaAIes Epidemic
 In erswley

The Board of Supervisors was in session last Monday. pr. Patten, Health Officer and County Physician, submitted detailed reports on the work of his office. He reported an epidemic of measles in Brawley, attributable to the carelessness of the people and their failure to observe quarantine reg ulations. The disease also had gained considerable headway in Holtville, where failure to report cases made the work of the health officer unnecessar- fly difficult.
 Certain residents oR Brawley sent in word that they had complaint to make against the Health Officer for harshness in enforcing quarantine, but the board refused to listen to the kick" until formal charges are filed. Supervisor Wade explained that some persons had broken quarantine be- cause they had no other way to get supplies.
 Dr. Patten's report was accepted without criticism.
 The board appointed E. Wright as Tax Collector for Imperial county.
 W. A. Ehart was appointed Justice of the Peace for Hanlon precinct.
 Deed from the HoltJn Power Com pany of a lot in Holtville for jail purposes was accepted.
 Ordered that a vault door for the Court House be purchased at cost of $86.
 Applications of Thos. Harding and H. s. Caldwell for appointment as janitor of the Court House received.
 Adjourned to Friday, March 20.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
EVIL DAYS FOR KING ALCOHOL.

The story of bitter fighting against alcohol spreads all through the nation. Even summarized, the whole story would be too long. Legislators every where are joining in the contest. The fight is popular and gaining daily.
 All religions and all churches fight the saloon, and just at present the Mormon church more vigorously, in proportion to it's power, than any oth- CT. No matter which way he rolls his eyes, the Demon Rum sees former friends deserting, territory torn away, and eager statesmen rushing to give him vigorous advertised kicks He has fallen upon dry and evil days. The fatal handwriting Ito let" is written upon many saloon walls. IT Arthur Brisbane.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
NOTICE OF TIME OF HEARING OF
 ROAD PETITION.

Notice is hereby given that at a regular meeting of the Board of Su- pervisors of Imperial county, to be held at their office in Ell Centro, Cal, on the 7th day of April, 1908, at 10:30 a. m. of said day, the hearing and considering of the petition heretofore presented to said board.
 For Road.
 Running north and south on the half section lines of Sections 2S and B, T. IS s., R. 13 B., s. B. M., and Sections and g, T. Ic S., R. 13 E., s. B. M More particularly that part of the proposed road running from the center corner of Sec. B to the south center corner of said section. Also from the center corner of Sec. 28 to the north center corner of said sec tion."
 At which time and place all object Ing land owners will appear and show cause why said road shall not be created as prayed for.
 Done by order of the Board of Su- pervisors, this 3rd day of March, 1908.
 D. s. ELDER, County Clerk and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
COUNTY NOTES

Sixty cases Of measles have deveN oped in Brawley. The disease appears to have been distributed -lavishly by newsboy with his papers.
 The City Improvement Party of Inn peria has nominated F. D. Barbour, c. F. Preble, W. H. Hawes, c. w. Fer nald and l.. F. Farnsworth as candi- dates for city trustees.
 The Brawiey News suggests the in- stitution of an annual celebration at Brawley, to be known as "Cantaloupe Day." in imitation of Rocky Fords Melon Day"
 The hobo eastward immigration has begun, and an overflow from the main line into Imperial Valley may be looked for soon. When the gang be- comes troublesome, another rodeo of tramps will be organized by the peace officers of the county.
 
 The California Mexico Land and Cat tie Company has leased to George A. Long for a period of one year it's abbatoir and refrigerating plant near Calexico. 1t has also sold to MT. Long it's wholesale meat market of R. H. Benton & Sons's in Imperial
 Two drops in the Tamarack canal, which had been dry for two years and had not been properly repaired, went out when water came down to No. 8 last week, Until the drops are re- stored, some of the ranchers on the Tamarack will be deprived of water.
 It is estimated that there will be fully seventy-five acres planted to to- matoes in Brawley and vicinity this spring. The Acme, Livingston's Beauty, Stone and Nioure's King of the Earlies are the varieties most fav- ored. At several points tomato vlnes have been carried through the winter. and are now producing fine tomatoes
 Brawley's athletic club has good gymnasium, equipped with apparatus and shower baths, and is developing muscle at a great rate. The officers are: President, Harry Staub; vice president, Louis Bennett; secretary, Vaughn Thompson; treasurer, William Fowlkes; sergeant at arms, Louis Frederickson; assistany sergeant, Hen ry Flesh.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
NOTICE OF TIME OF HEARING OF
 ROAD PETITION.

hOAO TIE IT INN.
 Notice is hereby given that at a regular meeting of the Board of Su- pervisors of Imperial county, to be held at their office in El Centro, Cal, on the 7th day of April, 1908, at 10:3O a. m. of said day, the hearing and considering of the petition heretofore presented to said board.
 For a Road.
 Beginning at the s. B. corner of Sec. 2, T. 16 S., R. 13 E., s. B. M.; thence running east 11s mile to the s. E. corner of the s. w. H of Sec. 6, T. 16 S., R. IA E., s. B. M. Also be- ginning at the s. E. corner of Sec. 2, T. 16 S., R. IS D., S. B. M.; thence running south two miles to the s. E. corner of Sec. IA, T. 16 S., R. 13 B., s. B. M"
 At which time and place all object ing land owners will appear and show cause why said road shall not be created as prayed for.
 Done by order of the Board of Su- pervisors, this 3rd day of March, 1908.
 D. S. ELDER, County Clerk and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
) WOODLAND GATES,
 V. ATTORNEY

Munsey Bldg, Washington, D. c.
 Late Private Secretary to United States Senators Stevhen M White and Thomas R. Bard Land and other de- partmental practice; also Congressional business. Refers, among others, to United States Senators Frank P. Flint and George c. Perkins, California dele gation in House of Representatives, Hon. Thomas R. Bard, Hon. R. J. Wat CTS, Gen. H. c. Otis, Hon. A. c. Hub bard, Los Angeles Chamber of Com merce, Los Angeles City Aqueduct.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21

Edison and Zon-o-phone Phonograpns for sale by Teller, the Singer agent. All late recurds on hand. Postoffice building, Imperial. 24tf
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21

THE HEDRICK ENGINEERING co.
 Perry L. Hedrick, c. E., (Mem, Engaging in civil, mechanical, hydraulic and sanitary engineering Specialties- Surveying of private claims, levels for grading, special contour maps and plat ting, irrigation systems, public and private water supplies, sewage disposal designs, plain and re-enforced concrete construction. Holtville office withJ. s. White, Jr. Fl Centro office with Beach & Dool.
Imperial Valley press., 1908-03-21
PROFESSIONAL CARDS

E E. EATEN, Ph. C., M. D. LSp Physician and Surgeon Second door south of Water Co.'S office, Seventh
 and Imperial Ave. Residence Fifth
 aud Imperial Ave. IMPERIAL, CALIFORNIA
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
Mrs. Fora D. Lewis Dead.

MRS. FORA d. LEWIS, of North Creek,
wife of Francis A. Lewis, after brief
illness, passed from this life, Feb. 10,
1908.
The deceased was born at Little
tennessee, N. Y, April 90, 1853, came
to this county as teacher in our pub
lie schools; after several years of very
acceptable work, united in marriage
with Francis A. Lewis. Unto this
union was born three daughters, Mrs.
nj, E. Taylor, of North Creek, Mrs.
Easl Brundage, and Mrs. Harry Hook
man, of Nina, Potter county.
She is also survived by her husban d
and one sister, Mrs. Loomis, of Little
Gennessee, N. Y, also large circle of
relatives and friends.
By order of Divine Providence she
was surrounded by her entire family
in her last hours, everything being
done for her comfort and restoration
that human hands could do, vet it
seemed to be the will OF God that she
should depart.
Mrs. Lewis was much learned and
able woman, very active in all the
righteous enterprises in the neighbor-
hood, always present at church as
her health would permit and gave lib.
orally of her means to the support of
the gospel. She will be greatly missed
by the church and community
The sorrow stricken family have the
sympathy of their many friends and
neighbors in these their hours of great
sorrow and bereavement.
Funeral services were conducted at
the Rich Valley church, Feb. %, 1908,
at 2 p. M, by the writer.
Notwithstanding the season of the
year there was lovely profusion Of
flowers and the very large congregation
assembled from all parts of the county
was an expression of the high esteem
In which she was held. Interment in
the Rich Valley cemetery.
The family wishes to tender thanks
to the singers of FreeMethodist church,
Emporium and also the neighbors and
friends for their assistance in their sad
affiiction.
REV. A. G. Dow.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
EMPORIUM, PA. THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 27 1905
"A RoVal Slave"


With all its alth ofspecial scenery,
gorgeous costu es, bright and catchy
speciaties-is ae attraction at the
Emporium Opera House, Friday even
ing, Feb. 28th. This piece, which has
attained such an enviabe reputation
and secured such hold on the hearts
of theatregoers from one end of this
broad land to the other-is from the
pen of Mr.. Clarence Bennett, author of
the 'Holy City," another notable sue
cess. Mr.. Bennett has located his
scenes near the city of Mexico and
based the fabric of the play on events
which actually occurred during the
brief reign of the unfortunate Emperor
Maximiian. The great treasure-the
secret of which was so Loyalty and jeal-
ouslv guarded by Ell Aguilla (The
2agle) who although serf, traced his
lineage from the royal Montezumas-
is founded on fact. The success of this
piece has been so phenomenal in Am
erica that the firm has decided to pres.
ent it next year in England.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
First Trip Down Town.

Mr.. A. Kresge. who has been i'll
since the End of last December, yester-
day was able to get down town for
the first since that time He was at
tackled with pneumonia at the begin
ming of the winter and had critical
time with that treacherous disease, and
afterwards experienced much trouble
with his heart. He has been gaining
nicely the past two weeks, however,
and he and his family are cheerful in
the belief that the restoration of his
health is of permanent character
Dubois Courier, 22d The many EN-
porium friends of our old friend and
former citizen regret to learn of his
illness. The old veteran, who is sales
man for the Phoenix Mill Co., has
been prospecting in his old age and
stands well with the business world.
We hope our good friend may be spar
ed many years. Mr.. Kresge has been
for many years one of our most
prompt subscribers.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
A Jolly Sleigh Ride.

Eighteen of Emporium's brightest
children, properly chaperoned by their
dear "Mother and Father" enjoyed a
sleigh ride to Sizervill, on Tuesday
evening. The happy family were
royalty entertained at the Sizerville
Springs Hotel, where bounteous repast
was served by Miss Councilman,
in whose praise too much cannot be
said for her excellent cooking, and as
they passed the cheese to Charley"
they all felt very much at home and
supper time sped all too quickly. After
supper, the young folks played several
games while the "Mother and Father''
sat quietly in corner, very much in
terested in game of dominoes. AS
the early hours began to arrive the
parents wisely decided to depart for
their home and after pleasant home
ward journey they all voted that they
had had most enjoyable evening.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
Emmanuel Church Notice.

Emmanuel Church Notice.
Quinquagesima Sunday March ~,
Celebration of the Holy Communion
at 1890 a. m.
Ash-Wednesday, March A., services
10 a. m. and 1880 p. m.
Daily Lenten services Except Satur-
day.. On Mondays, Tuesdays and
Thursdays in the parish house at 4:15
p. m. On Wednesdays and Fridays in
the church at 7:30 p. m.
Celebration of tfie Holy Communion
each Sunday in Lent Except first in
the monthly at 8 a. m.
"Lent is not substitute for the daily
Christian life; it is not being religious
for few weeks and careless after
wards, it is session ofspecial thought,
earnest study; faithful endeavor, to
know better the conditions under
which we are to achieve success, and
the better fulfil our duty to God"
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
The Social Swim.
wAsH1NGToN's BIRTHDAY PARTY

WAsHINGToN's BIRTHDAY PARTY.
Mrs. FRED Arm JOHNSON very pret-
tily entertained about twenty lady
friends last Saturday afternoon, from
three O'Clock until eight, at her home
on Sixth street, whist being the chief
amusement, but the real pleasure came
with the unique and elaborate refresh
ments. The favors were metal cannons
mounted on boxes of confectionery, al
so carnations. The decorations were
flags and Washington's portraits.
When the score cards were tailed it
was ascertained that the following
captured the prizes: First, Mrs. ]. P.
McNarney; second, Miss Lane; BOBBY,
Mrs. HI. S. Lloyd.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
The Greatest Good to the Greatest Number,

1t is a self evident fact that our
citizens. regardless of party, who
have the material interests of our
entire county at heart, are fast re-
solving to insist upon the indorse-
ment of Hon. Josiah Howard for
Representative by all parties, there
by enabling him to better meet the
demands of our people. Mr.. How
ard is through and through i'm
bued with a desire to build up our
county and has a right to expect
both political parties, representa-
tives of the entire people, to aid
him in his efforts. Let us all join
hands for Cameron county, our
homes and fresides, and good
moral government. Let us elect
Mr.. Howard who will aid in Civ
ing us better schools, better
roads and better farms, lower tax
es. In fact let us ALL work for
Cameron county and the best way
will be to show Hon. Josiah How
ard that we appreciate his devo-
ton and sacrifice by according
him a unanimous election.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
Six O'clock Dinner.

Harold Seger entertained a few of
his friends at his home on Fourth
street, last Monday evening, by giving
"Stag' six O'Clock dinner, the occas-
ion being in honor of his birthday.
The young men were served by two of
Emporium fairest daughters, the Misses
Lena Coyle and Christie Macdonald.
His guests were Messrs. David Mul-
cahy, John Quigley, Herbert Vogt,
Edward Foster, Frank Cavanaugh,
Raymond Klees, Charles Farrell and
Hugh Swartz.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
Oriental Plays all the Rage.

Mr.. Butler the energetic manager of
the Emporium Opera House has secur-
ed Clarence Benefits beautiful Mexi-
can play, ga Royal Slave" for Friday
evening, Feb. 2Sth. The author has
evolved story, startling in it's intens-
ity, calling into play the strongest
emotions human nature possesses.
The loyal, undying devotion of Aguila
to his young mistress, the passionate
hate of the Countess Inez de Ora, the
sweet confiding love of the gentle Isa-
dora-relieved by the bright, breezy
comedy of the American newspaper
correspondent and the equally spright-
ly Anneta with the specialties they in
troduce-all contribute their share in
making "a Royal Slave" one of the
most enjoyable OF this seasons offer
ings.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
The Next President.

The Democratic state committee of
Penn'a has decided to send an inde-
pendent delegation to their national
convention.
The Republican delegates on the
other hand will undoubtedly be solid
for Senator Knox.
This means the death of Bryan and
Organism, and further means that the
man who grasps at fads and fancies
and is willing to promise any and
everything that seems popular and
catchy, never did represent the sober
thinking part of our people. Trusts
must be regulated, but legitimate in
dustry must be protected and en-
couraged.
Labor must be protected and given
fair play.
The tariff must be taken out of poll
tics and adjusted from year to year on
a business basis, so that industry and
labor shall have regular employment
at good wages. These are large and
hard problems and it takes men of
large experience and honest purpose
to work them out on a progressive
and just basis.
Senator Knox is a Statesman of
broad experience and the highest in
tegrity and ability.
With Senator Knox, Congressman
Barclay and Representative Howard
as our standard bearers, the Republi
cans of Cameron county, in fact all
parties, feel Justly proud.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
Sentenced to Jail.

Chief of Police Frank Mundy return
ed from Scranton on Tuesday morn
ing, where he was witness in the case
of U. S. vs. Burks Carr, who was arrest
ed for passing raised" money. The
prisoner plead guilty and was sentenced
to one year in Sunbury Jail. The
prisoners wife, who resides in EN-
porium, on West Fifth street, last Fri
day night gave birth to child.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
For Sale.

Will sell at bargain: One, three
drawer, eight key National Cash Reg
ister; four, six feet show cases; one,
four feet floor case; one, fifty dozen
silk thread case; one, four feet eight
arm display rack; one revolving cloak
rack; one, six feet double cloak rack;
two, eighteen inch paper cutters; two,
twenty-four inch paper cutters; two
cone twine holders; one umbrella case;
hat stands and coat hangers. All new.
51-tf. w. FL. CRAMER.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1908-02-27
Lewis.

In Remembrance of Fora d. Le,ois aged "a gears
9naonths and 91 days, MentbUr of the Ladies
Missionary Society,"
Another member, now has left us,
And our loss deeply feel,
But it's God that has beyeft us,
He can all our sorrows heal
Yet again we hope to meet her.
When the day fife is fled,
When in Heaven in JOY to greet her..
Where no farewell tear is shed.
1t is sad that one we cherish,
Should be taken from our flock.
But the joys that do not perish,
Live in memory alone.
All the years we've spent together,
All the happy, golden hours,
Shall be cherished in remembrance,
Fragrant sweets from memory's flowers.
Call not back the dear departed,
Anchored safe where storms are DER,
On the border land we left her.
Soon to meet and part no more
When we leave this world of changes,
When we leave this world of care
We shall and our missing member,
In our Fathers mansion fair.
Not now, but in the coming years,
1t may be in the better land,
Well read The meaning of our tears,
And there, sometime we'l understand.
Ladies Home and Foreign Missionary Societu
Rich VdlleH, Pa.