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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
Grinoo Songs In '49.

In the gringo days, the days of old
the days of gold, the days of 10
amuSementS and recreation in Califor
mia could only he found in the mining
towns when Il Strolling singer made
an appearance in some saloon. the ad-
mission fee paid by frequent visits Ia
the bar. The words were set to well
known ballad tunes, and if the singer
caught on he or she was rewarded
by small nuggets thrown on the i'm
provised table stage. AS the old record
says, they were sung with great ap-
plause,' to which was added the land
lords warning call, Come, come
gents, don't let the barkeeper go to
sleep."-"Out West"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
The Argus Daily Short Story
The Suitors of Serena-By Amelia S. Chapman.
Copyrighted by ated Literary Press

that gentleman to keep his ours at
home.
Equally certain it is that, suhse-
quent to the occasion when Miss Fair
lie danced twice with Mr.. Davis. Mr..
Ferris sent due warning that if bis
neighbours hens again intruded upon
his property they would be promptly
decapitated.
Then the deaf aunt and the deafer
servant of Mr. Ferris and the house
keeper of Mr.. Davis who had seen
better days took up the feud. and 81
from the little acorn of rivalry sprang
a lofty and far branching tree.
Perhaps there WAS no one who stood
so absolutely within the shadow cast
by this tree as Frank Heatherly, who
was the nephew Of Mr.. Davis and wis
clerk in the real estate office of Mr..
Ferris.
He was well set up young fellow
of about thirty. who had a wonderful
knack of knowing what not to say and
when not to say ii, for both men
con.ided in him. and after ii became
known that Miss Fairiie had fallen
heir to snug legacy each announced
to Frank his decision to bring his mat
riinonial campaign to a climax
The money has nothing TO do with
my resolution" Mr. Ferris declared
Apart from this business l possess
stocks and other property. What are
You smiling at?"
Did | smile. Sir?''
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
Hun1Or and
Philosophy
PERT PARAGRAPHS.
D. DUNCAN n. SMITH

Some people would rather be right
than anything else because it is hui
man nature to yearn after the unat-
tainable.
Some gallant gentlemen are willing
to give their ballot to the ladies' IL
that will help any.
1t might be harsh to say that q
woman's brain is in inverse ratio to
her hat
Being obedient is almost a lost arr.
being practiced only by some old fash
Toned children and few modern bus
bands.
Some people seem to regard divorce
as a sort of illustrated supplement to
marriage.
Many people believe In economy. but
they don't all seem to be wise in the
way they economize
Just why women seem to think that
Lltli uOl uecu " esit uuTlUS
the stress of housekeeping time has
never been made quite clear.
Anybody has plenty Of money who
has enough to keep the fun going.
When your purse and conscience are
fairly elastic you can sure have q good
time.
1t is really too much to expect a man
to keep his promise when he is ad-
dicted to giving 1t all the time.
When a man argues with a woman
| he doesn't Neither does she
Those marriages that weren't made
are sure failures.
Too Modern.
"She is familiar with every modern
language"
"Oh, is sheT
you bet!'
II tried her on baseball language
this afternoon. and she was up in the
air for a good half hour
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

There may be method in giving out
the Carnegie medals so early i'll the
season that the man who rocks the
boat will not feel sighted because he
doesn't get one.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
TIE ARGUS.

Published Daily and Weekly at 1924
Second avenue. Rock Island. Ill IEn-
tered at the postofiice as second-class
matter.l
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
Modern Music,

Chug. chug, chug,
The song the auto sings
AS on the breeze defiantly
A challenge wide II filings.
look spry, mere man." 1t signals,
"Or by my steering wheel
III chew you up as though you wer,
A pleasant evening meal"
Chug. chug, chug,
Man hears its warning call,
Ana If he's wise then instantly
He hikes to timber tall.
He knows what IL will do to him
Unless he climbs a tree,
Or If he's not exactly sure
He doesn't wait to see.
Chug. chug, chug.
1t seems to proudly say,
"1m better than the rest of you
So please keep out the way"
And If the statement to dispute
A fellow is inclined
He'll wake up in the hospital
With something on his mind,
Chug. chug. chug,
The song the auto sings
As down the long and open road
II flies as though on wings.
The wise and the discerning
Who see 1t passing by,
And of its habits knowing,
They take the hint and fly.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

Would not the women have sweet
revenge if fashion this year were to
hand men something particularly ugly
in straw hats?
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

Germany is much alarmed over It's
financial situation. That is the correct
answer to its tremendous army and
navy expenditures.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

Iowa has reason to be proud of
both its senators. But how about Hi
nois?
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

viii this republic endure. Sure,
Aldrich and Cannon won't live for
ever.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

That little decline in temperature
came just in time to set the straw
hat back a day or two.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

A Boston man says he saw a rain.
bow upside down, and Boston ism,
dry either.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

Senator A b. Cummins of Iowa is
another of the modern statesmen
whose heart beats with the people.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
Necessary.

"Her conceit is monumental"
Has to be-"
"Why?"
"She is large lady, you know"
well, what of it?"
ut Is her main support"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
Friday, May 7, 1909.

Cheer up, the buds are beginning 20
show.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
BY THE j. w. POTTER CO.

TERMS.-Daily, 10 cents per week.
Weekly, 81 per year in advance.
All communications of argumentative
character. political or religious, must
have real name attached for publica-
ton No such articles will be printed
over fictitious signatures
Correspondence solicited from every
township in Rock Island county.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07
Only Exclamation.

only explanation.
II hear Ethel is going to get mar.
ried."
"Yes. to a coal dealer"
How did she come to catch him?"
Il guess he is a soft coal dealer"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-05-07

Some people would rather be right
than anything else because 1t is hui
man nature to yearn after the unat-
ainable.
The Delta independent., 1909-06-25
"The Joy Of Living

Is best exemphfe1 at The Albany
Hotel in its latest innovation. the
Venetian Parlor, where the traveller or
resident of Denver can meet their
friends, talk shop, read the latest
magazines and papers or lounge around
and take life easy in surroundings
bordering on the luxurious.
The beautiful furniture of red and
green plush, together with the electri-
cal effects of the same colors, makes
this room one of the prettiest in Den
yer, il not in America.
The Albany has always been known
as being one of the most up to date
hostelries in the United States and this
new ACQUISITION for the benefit of all,
adds another laurel to its Wreath Of
Hospitality.
A courteous lady attendant is always
present to direct strangers and look
after the wants of those who care to
seek the comforts Of the beautiful
Venetian Parlor. A cordial invitation
is extended to everyone to visit and
inspect Denver's newest acquisition,
The Venetian Parlor. at The A b any,"
The Delta independent., 1909-06-25
DELTA COUNTY NEWS
Happenings Of Interest
In the Different Sections

Grant Wakefield departed the last of
the week for his home in Iowa having
been called there by the serious illness
OF a member of his family.
Misses Lulu Klatt and Winnie Wheel
er left on this mornings train for
Greeley, Colo, where they will attend
Normal during the summer months.
Mrs. Roland Oliver and daughter
Altheda, left on Monday mornings 8
train for a trip to Fremont, Neb., to
visit with Mrs. divers daughter, Mrs.
Reynolds.
On Thursday at the home of Mr..
Edmund Horning on Stewart mesa, at
twenty five minutes past four O'Clock
in the a ternoon, occurred the d .ath of
the young wife and mother, Mrs.
Daisy Horning, immediate cause being
dropsy. She was getting along nicely
until Wednesday relapse came and
she grew steadily worse. She leaves
a grief stricken husband and child
twenty days old, besides her parents
and brothers and sisters to mourn her
untimely demise.
Mr.. Edmund Horning and Miss Daisy
Smith were married at the home of
The Delta independent., 1909-06-25
LULU CHASER.

homa, to j. l.. Flint, in May l 1898. She
leaves to mourn her loss a husband,
Delbert. 5 year old son, and daughter
Lolita, age Z years, also mother, one
brother and two sisters. The funeral
services were conducted by the Rev. |.
N. Parvin at the Fluke Hall, after
which the Women of Woodcraft took
charge of the remains and inferred
them in the Crawford cemetery with
their very impressive ritualistic cere-
monies. The sympathy of the entire
community goes out to the bereaved
ones, in this, their sad loss.
The Delta independent., 1909-06-25
Crawford Chronicle

Crawford Chronicle
We are glad to report that Chas.
Worley, who has been down with the
rheumatism for the past month is able
to get out of bed at this writing.
Mrs. Kent, accompanied by her
daughters, Miss Bessie and Sarah, left
here for Juanita, Colorado, where they
expect to remain the balance of the
summer.
The whole community was shocked to
hear of the death of Mrs. j. L. Flint,
who died very suddenly about eight
o'clock Wednesday evening. Word
reached town that she was very ill
about a quarter of eight. and before
medical assistance arrived she had
passed away. The deceased had not
been feeling very well for the past few
days but attended church last Sunday.
Was taken sick Tuesday evening and
seemed to be resting easy until a
change for the worse set in when death
resulted very suddenly. Acute periton-
tits was said to be the cause of death.
Leana Moreland was born in Morgan
County, January IL, 1882. Died in
Crawford, Colorado. June 16, 1909,
aged 27 years, 5 months and days.
Was united in marriage in Tulsa, Okla
The Delta independent., 1909-06-25

Mr.. Cash not knowing until he arrived
at Liverpool. England.
Fred Kreng of Delta was business
visitor the early part of the week.
Miss Sallie Rule returned from Delta
Sunday evening where she has been
visiting friends.
Mr.. Henry Littge and bride came in
Wednesday night. They will reside on
Mr.. Littge's ranch on Stewart mesa.
The Delta independent., 1909-06-25

the brides parents. Mr.. and Mrs. A.
E. Smith, on June 18th. 1908, Evange-
list C. G. Stout officiating.
The young couple had spent one
short. happy year of welded bliss,
Mrs. Horning's death occurring on the
anniversary of the wedding day.
The funeral will be held on Monday
morning, June 2lst, at 9 O'Clock a. M,
from the Stewart mesa residence. Rev.
C. G. Stout will conduct the services
and the remains will be laid to rest in
the South Side cemetery.
Alfred Ralph Brown was born in the
city of Dayton, Ohio, February 26,
1876. While still boy he came to
Colorado and since then spent the great
er part of the time in and near Paonia.
A year or SO ago he went to Pueblo
and his sister remained with him part
of the time. A few weeks ago he be-
gan failing noticeably and was taken
to the hospital where he died. June 10,
1903. The remains were brought to
Paonia by his sister and her husband.
Mr.. and Mrs. S. 7. Marks, and his half
brother, Joe Brown, of this place.
The funeral services were conducted
from the Christian church by the Wood
men of the World, of which he was a
faithful member, and Rev. J. X.
Hester, pastor of the church. The
body was laid to rest in the Bethlehem
cemetery close to that of his brother,
Fred, who died few years ago.
The only near relatives living are his
sister, Mrs. s. T. Marks, of Hoising-
ton, Kans., a half brother, Joe Brown,
of this place. and his brother Fred's
children.
The Delta independent., 1909-06-25
(Paonia Newspaper.)

E. H. Porter and W. S. Maher were
over from Maher today.
Alfred Wilson, of Delta, was a visitor
at the home of Harold Clark this week.
George Edwards came down from
Somerset Thursday for short visit at
home.
MISS Maude White came in from
Cedaredge last evening to take care Of
Mrs. Mary Royce this summer.
Harlin Forcum, of Montezuma, Iowa,
is visitor at the A. E. Smith home in
east Paonia, having arrived the last Of
the week.
The Delta independent., 1909-06-25
tPaonia Bofster.)

Mrs. Cash received word that Mr..
Cash's father died the day he sailed.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
CONWAY GOT FIRST
 BALE 20 YEARS AGO

In shipping the first bale of cot ton to the Little Rock market on Aug. Y. Conway duplicated a record made exactly 20 years ago. As all of The Log Cabin Demo- crats file prior to 1900 were de- stroyed by fire, we ger this infor- nation from the Russellville Cour- fer Democrat, which is now repub- fishing items appearing in that pa- per 20 and 90 years ago One ot these items republished this week says: Conway is entitled to the blue ribbon for marketing the first bale of 1889 cotton, which was shipped to Little Rock, August Io''
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
CONVICT KILLS THREE MEN
Body of Murderer is Burned and the Whites
 Seek Woman Who Sheltered Him.

Soperton, Ga., Aug. 28.-Two negroes lynched and posse in pursuit of the wife of one of the victims; the killing of prominent planter. a member of the posse; i; the probable fatal injury of the sheriff of Montgomery county, and the wounding of four other mem. bers of the posse, summarizes the result of one of the most exciting man hunts this section has ever known.
 Ben Clark, an escaped convict from the Bibb county chain gang, was shot to death after a fierce bat tie yesterday early yesterday and his body burned. The negro threatened to kill Nicholas Adams, a merchant of Kibbee, and hun. dred others. "
 John Sweeney, who harbored the eX convict, was taken from a passenger train mile from Tarry- town last night and lynched.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
CROP PROSPECTS ARE
 EXTREMELY GLOOMY

A careful inve ,tigation of the crop situation ill this county by in- quiry among about 20 representa- tive farmers from various sections today, conclusively proves that the cotton crop of this county will be shorter than in ten years. Most of the damage is attributed to the hot winds and excessively high temper ature of August I5 to IS, without a drop of rain since that time to relieve the situation. Crops In most sections were already suffer ing for moisture, and the parching winds effectually stopped the growth of the plants.
 On the majority of the cotton stalks the few bolls have prema- ture:.y dried up and many of them are opening before the seeds have formed in them. Even good rain now would do little good, un- less frost should be unusually late LII do WIii iot DN time for the square to develop into the open bell.
 Many farmers declare there will not be fourth of crop of cottcn made, but conservative estimate would be that on the hill lands the crop will be about one-half of the average, while the river lands will be slightly better. The average number of bales ginned in the county for the past ten years is I6, GOA, with a maximum of 2o,- 35I in 1908 and a minimum of I3,2S9 in 1907. Ten thousand bales in the county this year would exceed the expectations of nearly everyone.
 Corn planted early matured with a fairly good crop before the drouth, while late corn is com plete failure.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
MURDERER GETS
 NEARLY SlO,OOO FORTUNE CARRIED IN BELT Reward for Capture of Slayer
 Reaches $4, 300 ? Man Who Murdered Mrs. John Wrinkle man at Fayetteville Thought to be
 Boarder at Winkleman Home.

Fayetteville, Aug. 28 The discovery that between SS, GOO and $Io.o was secured from the body of Mrs. John Winkleman, who was murdered at her home here Thursday, the belief of local off cers that stranger who has been rooming at the Winkleman home for the past two weeks is connected with the murder of Mrs. Wrinkle man, and the offering of s., 500 re- ward for the capture and convic- ton of the murderer and return of the SIo, ,ooo, were new features in the situation here today, following the killing oi the aged woman.
 The money, which caused her to be murdered, was carried in belt fastened around her waist. The murderer had unbuttoned her dress
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
ILL HEALTH FORCES
 MAYOR TO LEAVE

Little Rock, Aug.-His health failing to improve since he returned few weeks ago from New Mex ico, Mayor w. R. Duley will the first of the month leave again for the dry climate of the southwest. Toe council at its meeting Monday night will probably be asked to se- lect an alderman to act for the city during his absence. How long Mayor Duley will be away from the city he cannot estimate, and has been rushing matters to get all of the financial problems which have faced the city since his return, solved so there will be nothing of importance to be at tended to during his absence.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
THOUSANDS ATTEND
 PICNIC AT HOPE

Hope, Aug. 28-This is the big day for Hope. Thousands of peo- pie from all over this part of the state are here attending the big barbecue and picnic in honor of the anniversary of the organization of the Farmers Educational and Go Operative Union of America. Hope has entertained a number of notable gatherings during the past few years but never before has a celebration on such large scale been given here.
 Governor George w. Donaghey is on hand and will be the prlnci- pal speaker this afternoon. He was given a rousing reception. Hon. Harry Myers, superintendent ot the Hot Springs reservation and Hon. J. o. A. Bush are also sched- uled to speak. The regiment band is furnishing music for the celebra- ton and various kinds of amuse- ments have been provided for the entertainment of the crowd.
 Members of the union here and in Hampstead, Howard, Nevada, Lafayette and Columbia counties have been making plans for the event for several weeks and have spared neither time nor money to make if a success in every way.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28

and by tue aid of some sharp in- strument slit the pockets in the belt that contained the money. The belt was not removed.
 It developed at the inquest that a stranger came to the Winkleman home about two weeks ago and rented room. He paid for two weeks lodging in advance. He was about 25 years old and re- mained in his room the greater part of the time he spent in bed complaining of chills. He talked very little to the other room- CTS at the house. He was last seen about II o'clock yesterday morn- ing.
 The officers believe he was con- nected with the murder, and Sheriff J. c. Reed has issued cir cular giving his description. The circular reads as follows:
 Mrs. Winkleman was murdered and robbed of about S8, 900, con sisting of large bills ranging in amounts from S2o to $500. The man suspected is about 24 years old, is five feet nine inches in height. weighs I3o pounds, has a light complexion, light or reddish hair, sickly looking, slow of speech and has a Southern accent. When last seen he wore blue overalls, black shirt, dark cravat, and black hat. His supposed accomplice is about 25 years old, light complex ion, light hair inclined to curl weighs about I3o pounds, slender built and wore corduroy suit and top boots. Will pay $5oo for ar rest of murderers and will giveS3,- = 900 If money is recovered. "
 Since the circular was issued Gouernor Donaghey has offered $500 reward and the citizens of Fayetteville about $500.
 Two daughters and son of the murdered woman arrived here to- day from Kansas City to attend the funeral, which will be held to- morrow morning.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
Dickens Will PrObated

The will of Andrew J. Dickens, who died recently at Greenbrier has just been filed With the probate clerk. It names his wife. Mrs.
 Sarah Dickens, as executrix and directs her to pay to Elector Har- vey, J. V. Dickens, Queen F.. Bur kett and Della McCracken S5 each and to Thos. J Dickens and John M. Dickens S55 each. All of the balance of the estate, real and per sonal, is devised to the wife of the testator, so long as she remains un- married. The instrument is dated May I2, 1894, and is witnessed by M. .E Moore and T. F. Henderson.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
DIR. THOMAS WILL
 RENEW CAMPAIGN

Little Rock, Aug. 28.-Rev. Jas. Thomas has returned from a vaca- tion trip to the lakes and is prepar- ing to start out at once on a fresh campaign to secnre the balance of the endowment fund for Hendrix College at Conway. He says he has hopes of raising the remaining S75, ooa before the end of the year, and expects to get good portion of 1T during the next 30 days. He has raised SI6o, ,ooo of the S225 ,ooo required in order to secure the General Education Boards gift of S75, ,ooo, giving the college a pro- ductive endowment ot $500, 900.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
Deaf Mutes Meet.

Piggot, Ark, Aug. 28.-A mum Der of deaf mutes in this part oi the state arrived here today to at tend the annual meeting and relig- ious service that will open here for a two days session tomorrow. Entertainment has been provided for all who attend. The religious service will take place tomorrow. Monday will be given up to a pic nic and fishing excursion. w. H. Lloyd, one of the teachers in the state institution at Little Rock has aided materially in arrahg. ing the event.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-08-28
THE SUNK LAND OPENING
Date for Entry Not Yet Fixed
 by Department.
Inquiries from Several States Want to Know How to Get I6o Acres
 of Free Land.

Little Rock, Aug. 28.-Letters from Missouri, Tennessee, Missis- sippi and all over Arkansas are flooding the office of Guy w. Car on, register of the land office, ask ing concerning the time for the opening of the St. Francis sunk lands to homestead Register Caron says the date tor the open ing Of this large tract of valuable farm land is uncertain, but that the department has directed the surveyors to get busy on the tract at once and plat it. The depart ment has been making inquiries as to the condition of the sunk land to see if 1t is dry enough for the surveyors to get in and do their work. They have been informed the conditions for rapid work were never better.
 The district will be opened as soon as the plats can be filed, and those who are now located on the land will have 90 days in advance of all others to select their qusr- ter section. The land cannot be secured by purchase, which would be very profitable proposition for the government, some of the quar- ter sections being worth SIo, ,ooo.
 There is approximately 100, GOO acres of tillable land in the district which is to be opened and the de- partment will watch 1t very closely paying especial attention to the homestead entries. having "A spec ial agents operating out of Little RocA at the present time, who will then devote all ot their time to the sunk land district.