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The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
Falls City Chorus Meets.

The Falls City chorus met for the
first time this season at the home OF
the leader, Mrs. Charles Banks, on
Monday evening. A goodly number
were present and plans for the com
ing year were discussed. After the
singing of one of last years. favor
ite choruses, Mrs. Banks announced
surprise for the membsrs in the
form of a short impromptu program.
Miss Alice Cleaver and Miss Helen
McGayic of Ottumwa, Iowa, a niece
of Mrs. Banks. played a violin duet,
Nazareth" Florence Cleaver then
sang a sacred song by Marston with
obligato by Miss Alice Cleayer. In
response to the request of the Choir
us Miss Banks played Chopin
number, followed by an encore. Af-
ter the program much amusement
was caused by the reading of verses
from a Browning birthday book in
which all the members were asked
to write in celebration of Mrs. Bank S
birthday. At the close of the even
ing light refreshments were served
by the hostess, and the members
then departed to meet again next
Monday evening and begin work for
the coming year
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
THE CHI RHO FRATERNITY
NEW FRATERNAL ORDER HAS
BEEN LAUNCHED.
The New Order Furnishes Great
Opportunities for Young Men
and is Warmly Praised,

Monday night at the Union house
forty-one of Falls City's representa-
tive men sat down to a sumptuous
banquet The dining room was tast-
lily decorated with palms ,potted plants
and the national eolors. Adam Voc
gle proved himself a great host.
Hon. V. G. Lyford was the king
pin of the event in the capacity of
toast-master. Ills opening remarks
set forth the great opportunities be-
fore young men today. and recon-
mended the work of the Chi Rho fra
ternity.
Mr.. John w. Hansel, the general
manager of the fraternity, empha-
sized the motive of the Chi Rho fra
ternity to develop the highest type of
achieving manhood in every man who
became a member.
Mr.. Lloyd Harlow, the general field
superintendent. dWelt upon the gen
ius of the fraternity, what it had al
ready accomplished, and what the
establishing of the Chi Rho work
would mean to Falls City, and its
young manhood.
Rev. f. f.. Day spoke from init
mate knowledge and rich experience
as a lodge man ON "Fraternity, It's
Place and Possibilities in the Lives
of Men" Rev. Day spoke highly of
the purpose and plans of Chi Rho
and recommended young men to en-
ter it.
General remarks appropriate to
the occasion were made by Rev. Il.
r. Teeter, Rev. r. Cooper Bailey, DIR.
Matthers and others.
a meeting for the purpose of organ
izing was held Tuesday evening, when
the following officers We're elected:
Honored President, V. G. Lyford; /;
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
MARRIED AT NEBRASKA CITY
L. C. Edwards and Miss Jessie {
Paxton are Now One.

At 1000 O'Clock, Tuesday, Septem-
Der %, 1909, Rev. Barnes, rector OF
the Episcopal church at Nebraska
City, united in marriage Mr.. Lewis
C. Edwards and Miss Jessie E. Pax
ton.
Friends of both the young people
had been expecting this event for
some time, but the exact date had
been carefully guarded by them.
They will make their home in Fails
most estimable ladies', having been
reared and grown to Womanhood
here, but recently removed to Ne
braska City.
Mr.. Edwards has lived in the
county for many years, having re-
ceiyed his education and grown to
manhood at Humboldt, from which
place he came to Falls City after his
election to the office of recorder OF
deeds four years ago.
They will make their home inf alls
City. The groom had previously pur-
chased the Spencer cottage in the
east part of town, where they VIII
soon be at home to their many
friends.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
Water a Plenty.

During the time for flushing the
mains last Thursday, when the water
was turned off, Mrs. r. R. Teeter
left the faucets in the bath room
partly open. When the water was
turned on its force completely turned
the faucet and, as the family was
away, the bathroom was flooded
When the children returned from
school the water was pouring through
the ceiling of the kitchen and dining
room Neighbors assisted the child
ren in removing the rug and furni-
ture, which were not badly damaged.
The paper in the kitchen was spoil
ed, but all the plaster dried out
nicely.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
ST. Thomas Churc h.

Services for next Sunday are:
1915 a. m. choral celebration of the
Holy Eucharist. The sermon sub
ject. The Guest Chamber" .7:30
p. IN. evensong and sermon \
large vested choir will render the
music. The handsome brass process
sional cross, made by Graham K Co.
of New York, and presented by the
parishioners will be used by the choir
next Sunday morning. Master Tom
Hargraye is the Crucifer, lately ap-
pointed by the rector. Seats free
G. l.. NEIDE, Rector.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01

DIED AT STELLA.
Little Barney Riley Bowman Died
At the Age of Three.
Special from Stella

Special from Stella.
Little Barney Riley Bowman died
at the home of his parents, Mr.. and
Mrs Robert Bowman, Wednesday
monring, September %, 1909. He
was three years old the first of last
August, and was the idol of the home
and will be greatly missed by the
neighbors also, as his winning way
made him favorite with all. lie
was sick about two weeks, and from
the first but little hope was enter
tanned for his recovery, although ev-
erything was done that loving hands
could do.
The funeral services were held
from the Lutheran church Thursday
afternoon, conducted by Rev. Shirk,
and the burial was. at Prairie Union
cemetery. The sympathy of the en-
tire community is extended the
sorroWing family.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
YOUNG Man Makes Good.

The Nebraska City Press has this
to say of Max Werner, former
Falls City boy:
The enterprising firm of F. w.
Cleveland & Son has plenty of oppor-
tunity to display its wares in show
windows, and the present artistically
arranged display has caused much
favorable comment from passersby
Mr. Max Werner, who has this work
i'm charge, deserves much credit for
his latest attempt to display goods
to the best possible advantage, and
Cleveland & Son are to be congrat-
ulated upon having this young man in
their employ"
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01

chosen and made a good impression.
The drill contest followed, which was
between the Reserve team under Capt
Chase, and the Hiawatha team under
Capt Lowell. Both teams are un-
doubtedly fine, but an error by the
HiaWatha team threw the decision
to the Reserve team. The judges
were r. c. James, j. r. Pickett and
Geo. Falstead. The first prize was
$40 and the second IS.
The day was a splendid one and
great credit is due Mrs. John Carico
for the success, for as chairman of
the committee, she has spent great
deal of time and labor, and with Mrs.
Tom Jenkins as a worthy assistant,
they accomplished what they had in
mind, a successful, enjoyable and
profitable day.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
Rev Teeter at Craiu. Mo.

The Craig Leader, in speaking OF
the Craig reunion. has this to say OF
Rev r. X. Teeter of this city:
THE principal addresses of the
two last days were made by DIR. II. II
Teeter of Falls City, Neb. His sub
jects were THE Measure of Man
and Paying the Price" DR.. Teeter
has been appearing on the public
platform for several years, under the
auspices of lyeeum bureau. He
has grand message, one that very
forcibly presents the deep intellect
uality of the speaker and gives in
spiration and courage to his hearers
His sense of humor is keen, pene
trating, and he delivers his argu
ment in manner that is profoundly
convincing DR.. Teeter is a brilliant
and enthusiastic platform success.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
Chautauaua Next Year.

At the meeting assembled at Judge
Gagnons office Tuesday evening ii
was a unanimous opinion of those
present that Falls City should have a
chautauqua next year.
The same officers and board OF
directors We're elected, with power
to fill vacancies should any occur
The plan for securing a guarantee
fund, which was used last year, was
chosen as the plan to be adopted this
year.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
M. p. Auent Injured

The N. P. agent Of this place, 3.
E. Mari, was quite seriously hurt
last Monday while trying to extricate
the Pacific Express Cos. horse, that
that became entangled in the harness
that was hanging in the barn. The
animal struck him in the breast, and
he has been quite i'll since then.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
Chicken Pie Social,

Tie chicken pie social which The
Episcopal ladies advertised to be
held at Judge whites residence ON
Wednesday evening. Oct. 6, will be
held at r. A. Dittmars. The same
date, remember, but at Dittmar's-
the John Wilson property.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
PLEASE EXPLAIN

After the election of the present democratic
court house ofcias-Hutchngs, Gagnon, Fenton
Oliver and the others-four years ago, the Falls City
News in its issue of November 10, 1905, made this
promise to the voters of Richardson county:
g 1t can be counted upon, also, that NONE
of them will aspire to theaTHRD TERM,
and on the other hand that they will keep
sacred the American policy, which holds the
third term proposition DANGEROUS
TO GOOD GOVERNMENT.
Please explain why the PROMISE was for
gotten. Please tell the voters why the young
pirants'-James and Fallstead-were turned down
by the bosses for ''chronic office seekers"
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
without cleaning process party of power d

hacks and carriages about nine
o'clock and all day long enjoyed the
glorious autumn day fishing, playing
games, etc. Although ample supplies
We're provided for the dinner and sup
per, a fire was kindled, coffee made
and meat cooked. Nothing was omit
ted that would add to the pleasure OF
the day.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
M arried.

Roswell Fisher and Mrs. Ada Wells
were quietly married by Rev. Mastin
last Tuesday evening, September %,
1909, at the home of the bride. The
ceremony was witnessed by a few
friends. The sincere good wishes
of their friends are extended TO them.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01

Mrs. Guy Greenwald entertained
at dinner last Monday night for her
friends, Mrs. Spahr and Mrs. Mich
aels. Covers were placed for eight.
The delicious dinner was served in
four courses. Bridge followed in
the evening and helped to make the
occasion a most enjoyable one.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
For Sale

Large farm in Richardson county.
Close to school, five miles from town,
phone, daily mail, good Improvements
Easy terms For full particulars see
or write-Farmers & Merchants Loan
q Trust Co, Humboldt, Neb. 3S-3t
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01

The Pythian Sisters met in regular
session Monday evening. The regu-
lar routine business was in order
There was a good attendance and a
very good meeting was held.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
Decree of Honor.

All members of the Degree of Hon
or are urged to be present at their
next regular meeting, which will be
held Thursday evening, october l.
The grand chief of honor, Mrs. May
me Cleaver, will be present.
Remember the date and be there
promptly at 7:30.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01
Ion. Past President, DR.. Ralph

Hon. Past President, DR.. Ralph P.
Roberts; Hon. V. Pres, DR.. r. e.
Mathers; Worthy Chaplain, DR.. A.
N. Allison; Worthy Secretary, Harry
Craig; Worthy Treasurer Claude Roe !;
Worthy Messenger, Jean Cain; Wor-
thy Guard Walter Tanner Meas
ures We're taken to push the member
shin
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01

The L. B. T. club and several of
their friends enjoyed a glorious pic
mic at the Chautauqua grounds at
Salem last Monday. They went in
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01

Mrs. II. r. Miner gave a lovely
dinner party to several of Dr.Miner' S
professional friends last Monday ey-
ening, as surprise to the doctor
in honor of his birthday anniversary.
1t was an agreeable and delightful
party that sat down to the beautiful
ly appointed board and enjoyed an
elegant dinner of five courses. A
smoker, with a few games of whist
followed and made the evening mem
orable for its many pleasures.
Miss Carrie Slocum entertained
at a bridge party Tuesday, compli-
mentary to Mrs. Spahr of Indianapo-
lis. Ind, and Mrs. Michaels of Mont
pelier guests of Mrs. Guy Green
wald. Three tables We're played and
the interest and pleasure of the game
remained undiminished until late
hour. Lovely refreshments were
served.
Mrs. Guy Greenwald entertained
friends for three tables of bridge on
Wednesday from two until five
O'Clock in honor of her guests from
Indiana. The fascinating game
claimed undivided attention through
the afternoon until the hour for re-
freshments arrived, when a dainty
lunch was served Music was fur
nished by several present and added
much to the many pleasures of the
afternoon.
Council No. 610 K. l.. of S. will
meet on Tuesday evening October D.
A good attendance is desired as there
will be initiation and installation of
officers, after which supper will be
served to the members of the coun-
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01

Miss Clara Tanner gave a very
pleasant entertainment last Thursday
evening complimentary to Miss Lois
Keeling, who leaves soon for a win
ter in Aurora, Ill. Guessing games
and finch were the amusements of
the evening. Three tables were play
ed and the game fully enjoyed until
eleven o'clock, when lovely refresh
ments were served. Mrs. Charles
Sharts assisted the hostess. The
evening was a decidedly pleasant one.
The Falls City tribune. (Falls City, Neb.) 1904-191?, 1909-10-01

Miss Ethel Cade gave a very de
lightful kensington last Saturday af-
ternoon in honor of Miss Charlotte
Culp of Hooper, Col. A dozen young
ladies were present and pretty and
dainty needle work was much in evil
dence. There were a number of fine
musical selections by some of the
guests. Elegant refreshments were
served at five o'clock by Mrs Cade
and Miss Ethel. The atmosphere both
in doors and out was very lovely and
thoroughly enjoyed.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-10
Vines a,sYa,hls<s srap1ltda.y sassa 1prsI 10 1909

dence clearly shows. that there is COM
paratively little Of it, and that the
hospital authorities are watchful to
prevent, detect and punish it. In con-
cluSion:
y. We object to the report of the
committee because based on a wrong
theory of its duties, which it does not
disclose. From the beginning the COM
mittee acted, not judicially, to hear
evidence impartially and decide ac-
cording TO the very right of the matter,
but as attorneys whose duty it was to
find as many charges against the hos
pitfalls as possible and to ignore all
evidence in their favor.
"2. We object to the report because
1T is misleading, wholly unsupported
by the evidence and contrary to it.
IS. We object TO the report because
it will lower the standing of the hos
pitfalls at home and abroad cause them
to be stunned by desirable employees
and by patients, and work irrepara BILE
injury to our state and to unfortu-
mates who need it's aid
a We object to the report because
it will undo the work of years in build
ing up our hospitals and in secur-
ing the confidence of the people in
them and impair the standing and
hlacken the character of the efficient
and faithful officers and employees who
nave them in charge
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-10
"oRDlNANcE" OR FRANCHISE,
Gas Franchise Trouble in Grinnell Not
Yet Permanently Settled.

Special to Times Republican
Grinnell. April 1o.-The trouble with
the gas franchise for this city does
not seem TO be yet permanently set
tied. The question was somewhat dis
eussed during the campaign before
election, as TO whether the vote of the
people was on the Ordinance or the
franchise and legal talent said it
was the latter. But the newspapers
published K under the title of an or
dinance" and so spoke of it. and ii
was so called in the general talk about
il. AS printed in the papers. too. it
read: BE it enacted by the city coun-
ell of Grinnell." But the city council
has had nothing to do with it in its
present form. until now. and it is a
question with the new council and
amongst lawyers, whether the action
Of the voters at the polls is manda
tory upon the council. thus compell-
ing them to pass the ordinance as 1t
has been printed, or whether they may
modify it to some extent in the inter-
est of the city The promoter, Mr.. O..
B. Mathews. seems to consider the
point of no consequence. and proposes
to 60 right on with the installation of
the gas plant, whether the council
passes the ordinance or not. on the
theory that the power comes from the
people direct, and the council can only
regulate after the plant is In operation.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-10
GOLDEN WEDDING AT rRAER.
Friends of Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas sher
rett Help Them Celebrate.

Special to Times-Republican.
Traer. April 1o-on Thursday of this
week, Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Sherrett,
aged pioneers of this community, cela-
brated their golden wedding. They
kept open house thruout the day, near
ly 80 people calling during the after
noon and evening. All of their chill
dren were present, being Charles, a
grain dealer of Wiota, accompanied by
his family; John, a farmer living near
Traer, with his family: and Miss En-
ma, a teacher in the public schools at
Avoca.
Mrs. T. christy. sister-in-law. of
Des Moines, was also present.
Mr.. Sherrett is a native of Scotland,
having been born there April IA. 1929.
His wife, also a native of that coua-
try, was born Sept. 30, 1929. The cou-
pie was married at the age of 80. IN
Canada. For a number of years they
lived in the state OF New York. and in
1865 came to Tama county. where they
have since resided. They took up their
residence on a farm just east of town,
and lived there until a few years ago,
when they were forced on account of
old age to turn their farm over to their
son. John, and come TO town to live.
Both are enjoying fairly good health.
and they have many friends who hope
that they may be permitted to spend
many more years with US.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-10
DRAINAGE PROJECT DETAILS.
Second Section Of Project to Improve
Boyer River Reported.

Special to Times Republican.
Logan. April 10.-The second section
of the drainage project for the i'm
provement of the Boyer river has been
reported by the engineer designated by
the supervisors to make the surveys.
The project contemplates the construc-
ton of parallel channel about three
miles in length, and to connect with
the long parallel channel planned and
awarded in the contract at the begin
ming of the year. The upper section is
said to have a slope of three feet per
mile, and the lower section, a slope Of
one foot per milein the lower reaches.
the upper and lower section TO have
channel about twelve feet deep. twenty
feet wide on the bottom. and a side
slope of / to /. The channel TO be
constructed will begin south of Logan
short distance, and run parallel with
the Boyer river. thru the south one
half of the county, into and thru the
northwest corner of Pottawattamie
county, and connect with lateral outlet
10 the Missouri. river. The upper Sec
ton has an estimated cost of SIS per
acre or total cost of 100000; the low
er section, $4,000: lateral outlets and
cutoff, s45, 1872, and s14 1855, respective
w.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-10
SALOON CASES POSTPONED.
Decision on Revocation Petition De-
Iayed Several DAYS.

ottumwa, April 1o.-Following
wordy war before Judge c. w. Ver-
million, in which several attorneys
participated. the cases in which the
revocation petition will figure as the
central item. We're all postponed until
next Monday afternoon al 1880 o'clock,
when they will be tried as one case.
The attorneys for r. a. Mills asked
the court to issue writ of temporary
injunction against the defendants,
but this motion was overruled, owing
TO the fact that the court could not
see that the petitioners were entitled
to this when the merits of the cases
had not been presented and would
not be until the hearing next week.
The Injunction. therefore. was denied.
The hearings, beginning Monday, viii
bring forth the sufficiency or insuffi-
cheney of the revocation petition. and
anticipating that the trial will con-
tinue for some days, Judge Vermillon
instructed the sheriffs' office to notify
the petit jurors not to report until
Monday, April 10.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-10
Tr1fb and
Quality

appeal to the Well-Informed in every
walk of life and are essential to permanent
success and creditable standing. Accor-
;ngly, it is not claimed that Syrup Of Figs
and Elixir of SIENNA is the only remedy Of
known value, but one Of many reasons
Why it is the best of personal and family
laxatives is the fact that it cleanses,
sweetens and relieves the internal organs
on which it acts without any facilitating
after effects and without having to increase
the quantity from time to time.
It acts pleasantly and naturally and
truly as laxative, and its component
parts are known to and approved by
physicians, as it is free from all objection
able substances. To get its beneficial
effects always purchase the genuine
manufactured by the California Fig Syrup
Co., only, and for sale by all leading drug
gists.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1909-04-10
Spring Debility
Is marked by loss of appetite, by weak, tired,
languid feelings, and if the blood is very impure,
by pimples, boils, eczema and other eruptions

It is condition in which it is especially
hard to overcome the germs of infectious and
contagious asAases, which invade the system,
here, thars end everywhere. The white blood
corpusces ssmst.mes called
Ltti: Soldiers in the Blood
because they fight the germs of disease, are too
weak to do good service
1t is condition, therefore, that not only
makes you feel sick and miserable, but also ex-
poses you to danger.
The extraordinary efficacy of Hoods Sarsa-
parla in Spring Debility has been proved by
the largest volume Of voluntary testimony in
the world
Hoods Sarsaparia cures all spring troubles,
restores appetite gives strength and animation,
cleanses the blood, clears the complexion, and
builds up the whole system.
And it is no trouble to take it-only three
small doses daily.