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Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
WAGE ASSIGNMENT LAW INVALID
state supreme Court knocks II Out
because of One Provision.


Sections of the Illinois laws which per.
tain TO the assignment of wages are de-
clared invalid in decision of the STU
prcmc Court handed down in the case OF
Perry j. Massie vs.. Charles u. Cessna.
Massic. an employc Of u Chicago news
paper. made an assignment of his wages
as collateral for loan. for which an
excessive rate of interest was charged,
and when threatened with court proceed.
ings unless he paid the principal and in
terest he filed a bill claiming that under
the statute the loan was not valid 6nd
asked that 1t be Cancelled. The demurrer
Of the appellee was ovcrrulcd by the low.
er court and decree entered In favor OF
the appellant. Section 4 of the exemption
law Of Illinois declares void every assign
ment of wages TO be collected In whole
or In part more than six months after the
making Of such assignment. The court
holds that this Is an unconstitutional In.
reference with the right Of contract and
that section requires In the assignment
OF wages or salary burdensome condi.
tons, which do not apply to assignments
Of other claims Of like character and
whose imposition II merely arbitrary. The
law was passed at the last session Of the
Legislature and was one Of the loan
shark" measures.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
Items from All Over the State Of
Matters Of Interest to Our
Readers.
Happenings Of the Week from Cairo to
Chicago Carefully Compiled for
Busy Men.
SONGS RECALLED BY DEATH.
Mrs. Julir A. Carney, Author Of
"LittIc Drops OK Water" Dies.


"Litt1o Drops OK Water" Dies.
Childhood memories will be brought
back TO thousands by the death in Gales
burg Sunday Of the author of Little
Drops of Water" and "Ihink Gently Of
the Erring' Mrs. Julia A. Carney,
whose poems are in many church hymn
ais and have been translated into many
languages, brcathed her last at noon af.
ter an illness that kept her in bed for
three months. Besides being sung, some
of her poems have been used as Rotations
for children. She was born In Lancaster,
Mass., April o, 1923, and spent her girl.
hood there. She taught school In Boston
and Philadelphia. As a child she wrote
poetry, and her first poems were published
when she was IL. Little Drops OF
Water" was written In 1916 for Sun
day school exercise and was published
first In leaflet form. For years Mrs. Car
ncy occupied the poets corner In the
Trumpet and contributed many articles,
both prose and poetry, to the Christian
Freeman, the ladies Repository and
other periodicals. In 1870 s!l' married
Rev. Thomas j. Carney, a Univcrsalist
clergyman, and in 1853 they settled In
Galesburg. Mr.. Carney died In 1871. She
has continued to reside there with her
sons, Fletcher and James Carney.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

exorbitant price for meat in defiance
Of the mandate OF the highest court
in the land.
The temporary injunction issued by
Judge Peter 3. Grosscup May 20. 1902,
against the Beef Trust was made per.
nanent by the United States Supreme
Court In decision announced Janu.
AIRY 30. 1905. The decision establishes
these points:
Traffic in live stock transported from
State to State 10 interstate commerce
ana persons engaged in buying aud
selling such live stock are engaged III
Interstate commerce.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
POSTPONED SUICIDE COMMITTED.
Farmer Drives SON from Home, Then
Takes ITS Life.

Robert Wills. an aged farmer living a
few miles from l.ockton. committed sui
eide. following plan he had In mind
half year before. The body was found
the other afternoon. and by Its side was
a letter In which It was stated Wills
intended killing himself at I o'clock Sat
urday morning. A revolver and a bullet
hole In his forehead told the story. The
note stated he was tired OF life and was
about TO end It all. Wills father took
his own life In similar manner on the
farm some years ago. Wills owned an
estate Of about $2O.OOO. Six months ago
he had decided on taking his life. and nc.
cor,ling to the note. he desiste! In order
10 make some changes In his will. which
has not yet been found. Wills had lived
on the farm for some time, one son re-.
siding with him, while two men who
worked the farm resided close by. A few
days ago Wills drove his son away from
home. probably to carry out his suicidal
intentions.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

The Beef Trust denes the Supreme
Court Of the United States every day
Of ito existence.
1t defies and violates the permanent
Injunction granted against It BY the
highest court Of the country January
30, 1905.
And such 10 it, power. for harm, that
no o6icial can b found who will stand
up for what the United States Supreme
Court decresd on behalf OF the people.
The Beef Trust continues its exist.
ence a. 4 combination In restraint Of
trade and commerce.
It continues to nx and to maintain
throughout the country a uniform and
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
GROVE TEACHERS PRESIDENT.
Frecp0rt PednxOKuS Elected ne Fimnu
session Of Northern Meet.

The Northern Illinois Teachers Asso.
citation closed u thrcc.day session In Rock.
ford with the election Of officers, as fol-
lows President. Cyrus Grove, Frecport
vice president, w. J.. German, Polo; see.
rotary. =. +. Parsons, DcKalb, rc-clect-
ed: treasurer, q. +. Smith, Savanna, re-
elected; member executive committee,
three years, V. q. Mays, Dixon. Dixon
and Galena both wish to entertain the
teachers In 1909, but decision as to the
meeting place was deferred. A resolution
commanding the movement of the Geo
graphical Society of Chicago regarding
the setting aside of Starved Rock for u
public park was adopted.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
ILLNI "sopHs" SING IN JAIL.
Police Stop imprisonment Of Fresh.

Police Stop imprisonment Of Fresh.
men and Fine Upper Classmen.
Ten University Of Illinois sophomores
were captured by the police ut a board
Ing house in Champaign, where number
Of freshmen were being tied to prevent
them from taking part In the sophomore
freshmen push ball contest. Three trips
Of the patrol wagon were required to land
the "sophs' In jail, where they spent sew
eral hours singing college songs before
being arraignel and fined $3.50 each.
Seven hundred students fought in the
push ball contest, which was won by the
sophomores. About twenty-five students
were injured In the melee, but none seri-
ously.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
sweet Potato Crop Being Harvested.

The sweet potato crop In southern Iii.
nois Is now being harvested and stored to
be shipped out during the winter months
as the market warrants. The crop was
not materially affected by the long
drought. which has continued since the LIST
Of August, hut the yield IL light. Buyers
are paying 30 cents bushel.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
GIVES LAD UNUSUAL SENTENCE.
Judge sends boy 90 south Dakota
Farm Instead OF Prison.

Judge sends BOY 60 south Dakota
Farm lnstead OF Prison.
Instead Of getting ten days In ths
workhousc, rs Is the fate Of most vaga.
bonds. Clyde Haines. IL years old. was
sentenced to three years on "a South Da-
kota farm by Municipal Judge Newcomer
In Chicago. The boy had been found
wandering with horde of shiftlcss men
In Clark street. lie was unlike the rest
Of the crowd. as his face seemed intelli-
gent. and he appeared to have had bath
within week. When he was arraigned
the judge said; clyde, l have friend
In South Dakota who wants boy just
like you on his farm. won't send you
to the Bridcwcll; instead ! shall sentence
you to three years work on his farm.
lie viii take good care Of you. Now. be-
q good boy" The lad is from 81. Louis.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
FIGS GROW IN CHURCH YARD.
Tree At Carmi Subject Of Com mes u
by Fruit Dealers.

by Fruit Dealers.
A fix tree In the yard of the First
Methodist church In Carmi is causing q
great deal Of comment by fruit growers In
White county. The tree was planted
about four years ago and has an abundan,
crop Of fine figs. There IL nearly one.
half bushel Of fruit on the tree and the
favor is exceptionally fine. The tree
was planted at the southwest corner OF
the church aud Is thus partially protect.
ed during the winter months. but no spe.
cial care has been given It. The figs are
Of medium size and are sweet and palat.
able.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
LAND DISPUTE sTIRs AURORA.
Legal Fight Likely "a 10 Made for
Island In Center Of CITY.

Island In Center Of CITY.
An announcement to the effect that u
legal fight may be made for the possession
Of an island In the Fox river. IN tho
business center Of Aurora, by persons who
base their claims Of ownership on an old
government act passed about the time Of
the Mexican war, caused II rush of bust
ness In Aurora law offices the other day.
1t was stated that former United States
Senator Mason had told the claimants,
who are headed by j. NJ. Spiker, that
they have II good ease. The property
involved IL estimated to Ike worth several
millions Of dollars. II Is one-half mile
long and one-fourth of a mile wide.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
DIRECTORS.

This Bank II pleased to place at
the disposal Of Its customers the
facilities gained during forty-four
years ut continuous service and
growth.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
$4,000 Fire In Paus,

Fire completely destroyed block In
Pana. The home Of J. X. Hawley. togcth.
err with his barn, was destroyed. The
Reisch Brewing Company was also
heavy loser. The loss is estimated at
$4,000.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

A man who was robbed Of his pock-
etbook In the New York subway com.
plains that II was "lOw down affair"
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

William Edwards, a lock tender on
lock %, Hennepin canal, was drowned
near Tampico by falling into the lock of
the canal.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

A total Of $2?,OO372 was refunded to
parties for charters refused or not II.
sued. leaving a net balance Of collections
Of $S0S. S57.0G.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
sses, s57 FOR STATE TREASURY.
Secretary Roses Biennial Report Ex.
pcctcd "a Make Good showing.

Advance information from the biennial
report of Secretary of State James 4.
Rose shows that for the two years ending
Oct. the Secretary Of State paid into
the State treasury SSoS,Sj1.06. an In.
crease Of Sl02.O5i.M over the receipts
for the preceding two years. An item.
lied statement of the amounts collected
follows
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
Found Dead In Field.

]. Palm, a farmer, living north of
Sycamore, was found dead In his corn
field. The cause Of his death Is not
known.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

with the latest anesthetic," says n
Berlin correspondent, "a surgeon will
never need to infict pain on patient"
Still, 1t may not be possible In all
case, e use an anesthetlc before rem
de:.:--... 4 bill for services.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

GEORGE II. ROBERTS. President.
NATHANIEL Il. LOSCH, Cashier
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
Report OF the Coaditlon Of The
COMMERCIAL
NATIONAL BANK
o. CHICAGO
At the close OF business Sept. 80, zoos.
o. CHICAGO
REsOC RCEs.

At the close of business Sept. 90, 1905.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

1t Is said there are more blonde
criminals than any other. Still,
blondes who have managed for life
time to keep out Of Jail need not give
themselves unnecessary worry.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07
FREE ONE MONTH; Is RETAKEN.

Convict Discharged from Joliet IL
Found Equipped IN u burglar.
Out of the Joliet penitentiary only q
month and still wearing prison shoes. viii
liam DOckum, alias William Evarts, was
arrested in Chicago by detectives from
the Town Hall station. lie was equip
ped with revolver, two dozen cartridges,
a dark lantern and skeleton keys. When
first seen by the policemen Dockum was
with companion. Although several shots
were exchanged, the companion was not
captured Dockum said he did not sec
the policemen until they had the drop"
on him and then submitted to arrest. lie
Is 30 years old.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1908-11-07

Time loans ....s2i,2T0,i1i.G5
Demand loans. 5.62a,O5I.5T
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08
VALUED SAME AS GOLD.

B. c. Stewart,a a merchant of Cedar View, Miss, says: ''I tell my custom CTS when they buy box of Dr Kings New Life Pills they get the worth of that much gold in weight, if afflicted with constipation, malaria or bilious ness." Sold under guarantee at R. H. Beers & Co.,, New town; Taylor, Curtis 6 Co.,, Sandy Hook; P. J. Garvin, Bethel; L. Gou- lett, Stevenson; H. W. Osborne, Eas- ton; w. B. Hawley, Sherman; Smith Bros., Cornwall Bridge; Connery Bros., Georgetown J. M. Sullivan, Red ding Ridge; c. F. Baker, Hawleyville; G. W. Hurlbut, Roxbury; Allen Joyce, Roxbury Station; G. w. Hatch, Bridgewater; w. N. Noble, New Milford; E. H. Beardsley, New Pres ton; Cogswell & Wettereau, Washing ton Depot; Harry Brown, Southbury 1; c. P. Williams, South Britain; Perkins Brothers, Warren; w. N. Hurd Long Hill; Drug store. 25e.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08
LOCAL GLEANINGS.

Theodore Sturges and family are again occupying their pleasant home in this place.
 Elmer S. Disbrow is rapidly conva- lescing from his late severe illness.
 Master Henry c. Raymond of Black Rock enjoyed a visit with his aunt, Mrs David Smith, at her home here, last week.
 Everson Jennings is driving new team of horses which he lately bought in New York City.
 George H. Ferris and Pearl Metcalf are both out again, after brief ill., nesses.
 A little daughter came to gladden. the home of MT and Mrs Robert S. Barmore of Black Rock, Friday even- ing, May l. N. w. Ogden of Green field Hill is the proud great-grand- father of the little lady. /
 Mrs Isaac B. Nichols is confined to her bed and on account of her advanced years it is not thought that she will survive long.
 It is stated that Rev w. H. Cane, who lately retired from the Congrega- tinal church here, has received call to an important church in this state, but his acceptance has not yet been def- nitely settled.
 H. P. Gowans, who does an extens- i've business raising broilers for the New York market, has aboutV6OO chick ems matched largely by the incubator process. ".
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08

MT Auto Buyer: This is the time of year that mars thoughts turn to pleasure, and what finer pleasure is there to be had than that furnished by the automobile, that is a good reliable automobile, one that you do not have to tinker with, one that you do not have to change tires on the road with nor have to buy expensive tires for or have pocket book mile long, that is the machine you should look into be- fore you purchase. It is the oldest, most honestly built and successfully operated high wheel car on the mar ket to-day, viz, "The Holsman," and we have it to sell yo1 and would be glad to give demonstration if you will give us a chance and if you will give us that chance we know that we. can show you the best value for your mon, ey that you can get in the world by coming or writing to James J. Kerwin, l63 John street. Bridgeport, Conn.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08
COD. TABLETS

In these little easily swallowed tab lets are contained all the essential ele- ments of the finest Norwegian Cod Liv- CT Oil imported. To these vital prin- ciples of the best cod liver oil are added the Hypophosphites of Lime and Soda and a small quantity of Licorice.
 The Hypophosphites are splendid for strengthening and restoring tone to the entire nervous system and banishing nervousness. Llcorice is the gentlest known laxative and its presence insures that any excess oil which the system cannot assimilate will be promptly carried off and not remain to irritate the stomach, as often happens when the plain oil is taken.
 Take C. o. D. TABLETS and ex- perience the vast benefit to your health which will follow the blood making, blood-enriching, strength-re- storing, tissue-rebuilding, and system nourishing results of this by-far-the- best of all cod liver oil preparations. Sold iE Soc and $l.O0 bottles. If your druggist does not handle them, DO NOT ACCEPT ANY SUBSTITUTE but send your money to us and by re- turn mail we will supply you with c. O.. D. TABLETS postage prepaid. DR KASSON CHEMICAL COMPANY
 126 East 29th St., New York City.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08
COD
 LIVER
 OIL With Its RepuIsive. Qualities Eliminated.

The repulsive taste and odor of cod liver oil and its tendency to derange digestion and upset the stomach have heretofore seriously handicapped this most valuable remedial agent whose place cannot be taken by anything else in treating Pulmonary Complaints, La Grippe, Consumption and Weak Lungs as we'll as Malnutrition, Blood Pover- ty, General Debility. Nervous Weak ness, Wasting Diseases. Loss of Weight and other "Run Down" Conditions. These objectionable features Of the plain cod liver oil have been entirely eliminated from the preparation of cod liver oil in dry tablet form we are offer ing you under the name of
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08
Greenfield Hill.
SHOCKING TRAGEDY AT GREET
 FIELD HILL. 1


 FIELD HILL. V V
 John Andrew Hickok, a prosperous
 and highly esteemed farmer of this
 place committed suicide by hanging
 him self in an out building near his home on Burr street at an early hour Monday morning. No reason is given for the rash act other than the fact which the suicide revealed in brief note found after his death, that he had been suffering with an unbearable head trouble and pains in his back. MT Hickok arose as usual Monday morning, and at once began his routine work at the barn feeding and caring for the livestock. He moved briskly about the place and completed the task as was his custom before breakfast hour. Dur ing this time his wife was busy prepar- ing the morning meal only a few feet away from the scene s'of the tragedy. At 6.3O o'clock as MT Hickok failed to come in to breakfast his wife called and getting no response at once began search about the premises. Upon entering the door of an upstairs cham Der of the out building she was horri- fled to find the body of her husband dangling from rafrer apparently life less. Her cries quickly aroused the neighbors close by and Wilbur l.. Jen- nings and Jesse Pratt were soon upon the scene. There was nothing to do, however, after cutting down the body but to notify and await the arrival of the coroner. The suicide which evil dentIy had been planned the night be- fore was quickly executed. He had fastened rope to the rafter above and standing on box, adjusted a ,,noose about his neck, then kicking the box from beneath his weight he fell into space. His neck was probably broken by the fall. MT Hickok was man who commanded the respect of all his &C., quaintances. He was a model farmer, noted for his thrift, keeping every thing about his home scrupulously clean, neat and attractive. A little less than two years ago he lost the wife of his youth who had been most valued companion, 'sher death causing him the greatest sorrow he had ever known. About three weeks ago he again married and this is indeed sad ending to an unusually short welded life. Mrs Hickok has the sympathy of all in her terrible bereavement. De- ceased came to Bridgeport with his wife from Saratoga County, N. Y, about 20 years ago. They became ac- quainted with Mrs Georgia Baldwin of that city, who owns the late William Nichols farm on Burr street. After the death of Mir Nichols Mir Hickok was engaged by Mrs Baldwin to as- sume management of the place and at once moved to Greenfield and took pos- session. The selection proved to be wise one as more capable, painstak- ing manager could scarcely be found anywhere. Aside from these admirable traits MT Hickok possessed qualities of mind and heart which fast won and re- tained friendship. His methodical ways and exemplary habits made him an ideal citizen and his tragic end is truly deplored throughout the entire community. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon from his late home at 2.30.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08
Bethel.
DEATH OF ". N. STEARNS.

! UEAIH UF W. N. STEARNS. w. N. Stearns, who was so severely hurt at the lime kiln in Beaver Brook two weeks ago and who for few days
 seemed to improve died last week
 Tuesday near midnight He was buried in the Center cemetery on Friday after noon, May l. His family have the sym pathy of the community.
 Putnam Castle, Knights of King Ar thur, was organized here last week Monday, by Rev R. F. Shinn of Litch- field. During the aftrenoon the first
 ball game of the season was played on the grounds on Henry street, be- tween a nine, composed of the Beech CT Castle of Litchfeld and nine, com posed of the new Knights of King Ar thur in Bethel, who will be known as the Putnam Castle. Putnam Castle won Il to 5. In the evening cere- monies took place in the Sunday school room of the Congregational church, where the initiatory ceremonies were conducted by Rev Mir Shinn and his boys. They conferred the degree upon 36 members, all of them being made pages and six of the esquires. Follow ing the ceremonies refreshments of ice cream and cake were served.
 Frederick Law and family of Spring field, Mass. are guests at the home of Dr A. B. Barber, of Center street.
 The large three story addition, which is being built onto the Short hat fac tory by Contractor A. H. Senior, is we'll under way.
 Contractor Senior has completed building a fine large veranda on the residence of Frederick Sherman in Elm wood district.
 Alfred Short. who has been spending a few weeks in town, convalescing from his recent severe illness, returned to Brooklyn, last Friday.
 Several ladies from here attended the "Interparochial Mission Study Class" held in Trinity church, Bridgeport, last Saturday, and report the meeting as having been very interesting and in- structive. During the forenoon differ ent papers, which were we'll prepared, were read and Miss Jarvis made an address in her usual earnest and at the same time sprightly manner in which she touched on the heroism of the mis- sionaries, and on our privilege to help them. In the afternoon Miss Langdon. a missionary home on furlough, told of the work the hospitals were doing, and encouragements, and the needs of the people, especially the need of reading matter being sent them. The topic for the day was Alaska"
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08

Weak women should read my Book No. 4 For Women" It was written expressly for women who are not we'll. The Book No. 4 tells of Dr Shoop's Might Cure" and just how these soothing, healing, antiseptic suppos- itories can be successfully applied. The book, and strictly confidential l'med- ical advice is entirely free. Write Dr Shoop, Racine. Wis. The Night Cure is sold by all dealers.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08

Mrs Robert Fairchild died at Stam- ford, Tuesday. The funeral will take place on Friday at the residence of Mrs A. c. Arnold in Stamford.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08

Stops itching instantly. Cures piles, eczema, salt rheum, letter. itch, hives, herpes, scabies-Doan's Ointment. At any drug store.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08

R. H. Beers & Co. are showing some splendid values in spring oxfords for men and women. Mir Beers has always prided himself in his shoe department, securing his stock from one of the best houses in New England, and has never had a complaint.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08

A photograph makes home brighter and you will find in Danbury at the Lewis Monograph Store, 265 Main street, the largest stock in the state. Write for catalogue or when in Dan bury call and see what fine music can be had.
The Newtown bee., 1908-05-08

For Conkey's guaranteed Poultry remedies and valuable poultry book which they give away free, call at ThcHindle Pharmacy, 9S7 Main street, Bridgeport, Conn.