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The Robesonian. [volume] (Lumberton, N.C.) 1870-current, 1909-11-04

Group IS most prevalent during the
Try cold weather of the early winter
months. Parents of young children
'hould be prepared for it. All that is
re -ded IS bottle of Chamberlain
Y ugh emedy. Many mothers are
aVer without it in their hon2 es and it
ha5 never disappointed them. Sold by
y. ): ID. Mcmillan & Son and The
Pope Drug Co.
The Robesonian. [volume] (Lumberton, N.C.) 1870-current, 1909-11-04
Change At The Pope Drug
Store.

.. Mr.. W; O. singletary, the eff
ficient pharmacist at the Pope
drug store, has resigned his
position on account of his health
and will move to the home of his
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. J. K.
Slngletary, in Back Swamp town
ship, on rural route No. 3 from
Lumberton, and take charge of
his fathers farm. His resigna-
ton goes into effect on the 18th
inst. Mr.. Singletary will be
succeeded by Mr.. Jas. Kerr, who
has resigned his position as
pharmacist for Mr.. Frank Jor-
man, of Wilmington, to accept
the position of pharmacist and
manager for the Pope Drug Co.
Mr.. Kerr will enter upon his
duties here about the 18th.
The Colorado statesman., 1909-11-06
WAY to Find Partners.

OF course, it was the pretty little
wife of a newspaper editor who tried
this way of mating partners for a
large progressive party. She took
ads" from the Sunday paper and
pasted them on dainty cards, distribut-
ing them so that every want would
be supplied. For instance: Wanted
Young girl. not over 16, to learn
bookkeeping in the office of whole
sale house" was answered by the guest
who held the "ad." saying that young
girl wished to learn bookkeeping.
Choosing these ads" cleverly re-
suits in a very funny time before the
real business of the evening begins, or
should say entertainment? To tell
the truth, | have been to some parties
lately that make the word business
seem more appropriate than anything
else, for the way some women play
bridge and other games causes me to
think that the ultimate end of parties,
recreation and pleasure has been for
gotten. Nowadays entertaining seems
like real work not only for the hostess,
but for the guests.
The Colorado statesman., 1909-11-06
For the Hostess
Chat Interesting Topics of Many Kinds. by
a Recognized Authority

try this plan: At large meeting of
college fraternity, the chairman of
the social committee requested each
one who was to be presented to send
her the name in full. There were
nearly so people present and there
were tally cards tied with the fraterni-
ty colors, each having large number
On the reverse side of the cards given
the men were the names of the girls
present and the girls cards had the
names of the men. The acting hostess
explained that there would be no
formal introductions, that when man
or girl thought he or she had dis
covered who was who" the name, or
rather the number opposite the name,
was to be marked. To the one who
made the largest number of correct.
acquaintances a prize was awarded,
and there were special prizes for dis
covering the fads or peculiarities of
guests. This is really most jolly
and effective method of placing a
large number of strangers at their
ease.
The Colorado statesman., 1909-11-06
A Tramp Party.


Nov, for a tramp party" exclaimed
the clever matron to whom we all
looked for novel sensations when it
came to entertaining, and Wen com
bine it with penny walk"
So last year just about this time the
party was given which | am about to
describe. 1t hardly seems possible
that it has been almost twelve
month since the above remarks were
made. II was not practical to use the
suggestion for the department then, so
| have waited for the glorious Sep
tember days to return.
The invitations were issued on
brown wrapping paper sealed with red
wax and the time was Saturday after
noon at three sharp" The guests
were told to wear tramping costumes
and each man to bring bright, new
penny. OF course, all this excited
curiosity. There were just eight cou-
pies and the hostess saw that each
couple was congenially mated. 1t was
lovely suburban place with winding
streets, hills and dales; just the place
for this party.
The men compared watches and
the hostess explained that they were
to walk for one hour, all making the
start together, but at the very first
corner each man was to toss his pen
ny to decide the direction he and his
partner were to take. Heads" meant
to go to the right, tails" to the left.
At every corner. the penny was to de-
eide the direction. Instructions were
given to write a three-minute descrip-
tion of the walk The first couple to
arrive at the expiration of the hour
was to have a reward, and every min
ute overtime was to be paid for in
pennies at the rate of one a minute,
the money going to the hostess pet
charity fund.
half hour late would bar from
competition in the prize stories. 1t
was a very jolly, hungry party that
arrived and very amusing stories re-
suited which were read or related by
the "tramps" around the table when
most bountiful supper was served.
The hostess used small tables, seat
ing four persons at each, and the day
being warm, the repast was served on
the porch, which was made a perfect
bower of golden rod decked with wild
lavender asters that bloom so plenti-
fully now. All you have to do to find
this wealth of autumn glory is to go
by street car or railroad about score
of miles into the country. After sup
per a fire was built in the fireplace
and candles lit, the men smoked and
the girls discussed winter plans. All
left at eight O'Clock, delighted with
the tramp" party.
Country hostesses in search of a
novelty may be sure of delightful
success in giving party along these
lines.
The Colorado statesman., 1909-11-06
Chinese Dinner Menu.

What the Chinese serve at dinner
is a question often asked, so Nine
Merri is delighted to give the menu
served by the Chinese government to
the American fleet. The menu was
printed on fan and will be preserved
as a most interesting souvenir by
those who were fortunate enough to
be guests at the strange feast at
Annoy:
Birds Nest Soup.
Sharks Fins and Crab Roe,
Rolled Fish.
Fried oysters.
Mushrooms and Bamboo Shoots.
Shrimp Balls.
Fried Ducks Liver and Giblets.
Boiled Ham and Chicken.
Deviled Crabs on Shell.
Minced Chicken and Caulifiower.
Ii Hung Chang Shop Suey.
Tea. Fruit. Cake.
MADAME MERRI.
The Colorado statesman., 1909-11-06
The Nobility.

Mrs. Upson-I was surprised that
Fou didn't invite the count to dinner
during his stay in the city.
Mrs. De SWELL did think of doing
so, but was afraid my husband might
offend him.
Mrs. Upson-Offend him!
Mrs. De Swell-Yes; the language
he uses when strangers ask him for
money wouldn't look well in print
The Colorado statesman., 1909-11-06

An Introduction Party.
To break the ice at party where
the guests are unknown to each other
The Colorado statesman., 1909-11-06

Located at S7S zuni street
at West Eighth
egh oks This institution
aged women and
ents are in service and
formation can be had by ss zn
ain
The Colorado statesman., 1909-11-06
B Us IN T. s S

many
"homes" bought
something help along,
a is
believe reasonable increase
list Department of this
is
Williams news., 1909-06-19
RAILROAD TAX VALUATIONS

The territorial board of cqualiza- tion last week completed the listing of railroad property in the territory and the fixing of valuations. The latter will total a bout three quarters of million dollars more than the valuation of one year ago, in addi, tion to which there is an added valuation of $3OOO on the Pullman Company.
 Following Is a schedule showing the names of the roads assessed, their mileage, the rate of valuation per mile this year and the rate of valuation per mile last year:
Williams news., 1909-06-19
The Girl Who Works

God bless the girl who works. She IS not too proud to earn her own living. or ashamed to be caught at her daily task. She smiles at you from behind the desk, counter or printers case. There is sweet memory of her in everything she touches. She is an inspiration. It is an honor to know the girl and be worthy of her, already far up the precipice--climbing, struggling, re- joicing. Lift your hat to her, young man, as she passes by. She is a queen in the realm of womanhood. She is princess among the toll ers.- Her hands may be stained with dishwashing. sweeping, print CTS ink. They stay misfortune from the home; they support the invalid loved one maybe; they are moving potent shields that protect many a family from the poor house. God bless and protect the girl who works.-Exchange.
Williams news., 1909-06-19
Gun Club Trophies.

The trophies of the Williams Gun Club, to be presented to the member making the highest score this year, are now on display at the Parlor Barber Shop. The first trophy is setter in bronze statue on pedestal, and is valued at $25. The second highest score trophy is a hand painting by Edna H. Ost- haus of the famous dog Count Gladstone ". This is also valued at $25.
 The trophies were presented to the Gun Club by E. J. du Pont de Nemours Powder Co.,, of Whining ton, Delaware.
 The first of the trophy shoots occurred last Sunday and will con- tinue until Dec. 31, every. two weeks.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

He supreme court of Missouri has annulled the sentence of Fred Warner. former member of the Missouri legislature, who was con- victed of bribery and sentenced to two years imprisonment, for the reason that the word "the" was omitted in the indictment. The in dictment read that the crime was committed against the dignity of siate," whereas it should have read against the dignity of the state." It is annulling convictions on such trif1ing and absurd technicalitie as this that utterly disgust the people with the courts.
Williams news., 1909-06-19
IMPORTANT NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that the legislative act to provide for the immediate registration of all births and deaths throughout the Terri tory of Arizona by. means of certi ticates of births and deaths. and burial or removal permits; to re quire prompt returns to the Bureau of Vital Statistics as required to be established by the Territorial Board "f Health to insure thorough or ganization and efficiency of the registration of vital statistics in the Territory; to provide certain penal 'i7s, etc. The law is now in full force and effect and the health of the county of Coconino, are urged to strictly enforce this law.
 Dated at Williams, Arizona, this 3rd day of June, A. D. 1909.
 A. G. LOUISVILLE, MD.
 Superintendent of Public Health,
 Coconino County.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

THE energetic and active work of the Williams Ladies' Club in the "city beautiful" movement is worthy of mention Whatever these good women may take up, it's a go, and when they said we must get busy and clean up. everybody is clean ing up. Now if the men would get busy and organize a commercial club and work hand in hand with the Ladies' Club for the upbuilding of Williams much more could be accomplished It's a shame on the male population of this city to let the women do all the work for the towns improvement, while the men are standing around the street corners careIessly, with hands in their pockets. and some of them occasionally knocking at those who are trying to do something for the town.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

WELCOME Knights of Columbus You have the city's keys during your stay in Williams enroute to Grand Canyon tomorrow, All the privileges are yours; everything is thrown wide open to you and all Williams extends you a glad hand of welcome. The visiting Knights of Columbus are invited to stay in Williams as long as possible and enjoy the grand scenery and breathe the health giving odor of the pine forest. It is all free.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

The assessment on the standard and tourist sleeping cars of the Pullman company operating within the territory is made on a valua- tion of $1O1,937, an addition of S3,OOO oyer last years assessment
 The valuation placed on the rail road property in the territory for purposes of taxation by the board in 1908 was $9,271,OOO. The raises made by the board this year were calculated and found to be $S74, GOO, making the total valuation for 1909, $1O,145,OOO.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

mire, Sec. Is, THAN, R14E; J. W. Weatherford. Sec ?, T29N, R6E; ". H. Switzer, SW4, Sec. 16, T21N R6E; J. H. Fuller, Sec 36, T14N, R1OE; Geo L. Pratt, Sec 16, THIN, RlOE; John Bowman & Son, Sec 36, T13N, R13E; ". J. Randall Sec. 16, T13N. R10E; John Lazear, Jr., Sec. 36, T13N, R1OE.
 There being no further business the board adjourned.
Williams news., 1909-06-19
Notice.

All people living inside the city limits are hereby notified that the Health Department. will arrest any and all persons who put cans and rubbish in the alleys and streets All merchants and other busi- ness people must burn up all pa pers and not allow them to blow all over town.
 All rubbish is to be put in boxes and barrels.
 This is an official notice.
 A. G. LOUISVILLE, M. D.
 Health Dept.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

For the first time in many years the price of heifers good enough for the block has reached six dollars per hundred, and Arizona cattle. men are wearing a prosperous looking smile, while those who eat meat are wearing their heads out in figuring how to get along with as little meat as possible.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

THE citizens of Williams should appreciate the work of the city council, The proceedings of the last council meeting shows that good work was done and that with dispatch. The city officials are anxious to build up and beautify the city and in this effort they should have the cooperation of every good and loyal citizen of Williams.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

Mrs. Willard Jones of Denver spent Sunday in the city enroute home from California where she had spent the winter. Mrs. Jones IS a prominent leader of the Christian Endeavor work in the Centenial state. She was delighted with this climate and specially expressed her admiration of the pine forest surrounding the city.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

HE NEWS is in receipt of copy Of the Alaska Yukon Pacific Ex- position edition of the Seattle Post Intelligencer. It is a little bigger than THE NEWS, containing 124 pages in fifteen sections.
Williams news., 1909-06-19
PRIZE ENCOURAGES THEM

Editor WILLIAMS NEWS:
 noticed in your last issue tn perfect attendance list of the schoo children for the year. It is. in deed, encouraging to see such ; large number of faithful childrel on the prize winning list.
 But before I go any further.
 wish to say that this letter is in tended as words of encouragement to parents and children who hay, been interested in this great con test, and is not to be considered by that number of pedagogues, witf more book knowledge than horse sense, who are always ready to criticise the practice of prize giv. ing in every instance. It is true that school journals and books ot pedagogy do not favor prize giving but what of that? The men who
 
 wro'e the books and journals do not understand the conditions in all the towns of the country. In fact, much of their knowledge is theoretical and not worth consider ing in the field of actual work. They claim that if a prize is given, the child will work for it and lose sight of the real object of school. We might invent the same argu- ment against feeding the horse grain, as he might eat solely for the pleasant taste and lose sight of the fact that it gives him strength. What if he does? Doesn't he get the strength also2 What if the child does work for the prize7 Doesn't he get his lessons better by being at school every day on time? And too, does it hurt to teach him the art of punctuality2 Now theoret- ical pedagogue and critics, be silent and let me say a word or two to the faithful of Williams.
 Three years ago when I took charge of the Williams school, I had five or six boys who made a practice of playing truant. Last year their names were recorded a time or two for the same offense. This year 1 see two of them listed with the prize winners. There is no doubt but that this prize contest has had much to do with reversing the record of these two boys. I see a girls name on the list who used to come late at least two days out of each week. She also missed many days and half of days during the year. Do you think the prize contest helped her? No doubt of itl The influence of the perfect list is hard to estimate, but it is safe to say that at least ninety per cent of the children have decreased their tardy marks and increased their attendance through it's in duence.
 Let me conclude by saying, don't forget the prize! Be on time and you will be better fit ted for landing larger prizes and greater honors in the worlds great after your school days are over. Very slncerly,
 T. H. CUREToN,
 Principal American School. |
Williams news., 1909-06-19

WILLIAMS will soon be able to converse with Denver, Phoenix, Los Angeles and other towns on the line of, and connecting lines of the Arizona Overland Telephne Co which is now constructing along the Santa Fe long distance line.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

PRESIDENT TAFT is advocating an idea of going to work at 5 a. m, and quit at 3 p. m. during the summer months and thus give the workingman more daylight hours for picnics, ball games and other out door recreation. According to President Taft's idea this can be done if the people will set their clocks two hours ahead of time. The proposed idea no doubt, will be welcomed by the workingman, while with the society people it does not make no they lookout for hemselves-and sleep whenever they feel like it.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

"OLD GLORY" was floating ove, Williams business houses and many of the homes last Monday Flag Day.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

WITH new railroad survey in. to the city it's destiny is assured Williams is steadily growing and improving and with another rail- road 1t is bound to become the most important railroad center in northern Arizona.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

LET Us have a clean and inviting looking city when the Elks go through to Grand Canyon.
Williams news., 1909-06-19
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Dickinson, and Clerk w. H. Switzer The minutes of May were reac
 and approved. The usual monthly
 bills were allowed.
 The treasurer was directed te
 make the following transfer ot
 funds: From the general county
 fund $7O16.S6 to expense fund
 from expense fund $45OO to salary
 fund; from general road fund $1OOC
 to each road district fund, Nos 1
 2 and 3. The tax collector was directed to cancel assessment on EJ
 NW4 and SW4, section 2, T 20 N,
 Range 2 E for year 1906 account, error in assessment.
 The clerk was directed to enter the following resolutions on the
 minutes and send copies to E. s. Clark and H. F. Ashurst:
 WHEREAS, It is necessary in the 1 Judgment of the board, that an appeal be taken from the iudg- ment of the supreme court of Ari- zona, in the case of J. R. Treat, as treasurer and ex-officio tax collector of Coconino county, Arizona vs Grand Canyon Railway Co.,, to the supreme court of the United States, and
 WHEREAS, The counselor of the board formerly representing Coco nino County in said action, to wit: Honorable E. NJ. Doe, and Messrs. E. s. Clark and Henry F. Ashurst, have no further official connection with the case; Judge Doe being dis qualified by reason of his appoint ment as judge of the 4th judicial district; MT. Ashurst by reason of the expiration of his term of office, and Mir. Clark because of his resignation as attorney general, and
 WHEREAS, it is necessary that counsel be authorized to appear and act for the county in the matter of said appeal. now. there fore; be it
 RESOLVED, That because of the familiarity of Messrs. 5. s. Clark and Henry F. Ashurst with the said case, they and each of them are hereby authorized and em- powered in behalf of the county of Coconino, and of the treasurer and ex officio tax collector of said county, to take any and all neces sary steps in the matter of perfect ing and prosecuting the appeal in said cause from the judgement of the supreme court of Arizona to the supreme court of the United States. | and also to represent said Coconino 1 county and said treasurer and ex- officio tax collector in any and all legal proceedings hereafter, in what so-ever court the same may be instituted or prosecuted, said ser vices to be without compensation.
 Pursuant to the official call of 17th National Irrigation Congress which meets in Spokane August 9th to 14th, 1909. the board appointed the following delegates to attend: H. c. Lockett, w. K. Ross, Jacob Cauffman. T. A. Riordan and c. J. Ba bbitt.
 The report of the clerk showing school and university land rents collected for May 1909 to be $49.15 checked with lease book and was approved.
 Recorders report showing $331. .35 collected in fees for May 1909 checked with blotter and treasurer's receipt and was approved.
 Treasurer's report for May 1909 showing receipts for the month S722S.60; disbursements $SS4S O5; balance on hand May 31, 1909, S4S091.S2 distributed to the various 'unds, checked with treasurer's books, receipt stubs and cancelled warrants and was approved.
 The following applications for he lease of school and university ands were approved: A. L. Spell l
Williams news., 1909-06-19

Orders taken for hats blocked and cleaned at NJ. P. Farrer's.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

WILLIAMS has winning baseball team and 1t deserves the support of every fan in the city.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

Nunnally's chocolate figs soc per box.-Parlor Barber Shop.
Williams news., 1909-06-19
SOCIETIES..

GRAND CANYON ENCAMPMENT. No. ' l. O. O. F. Meets every second and fourth brethern cordially invited.
 H. A. Hicks. c. P
 J. D. Raudebaugh S. W.
 J. H. Hudson, Scribe.
 Wm. Mccartney. Treas.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

WILLIAMS LODGE, NO. 15, I. O. O. F. meets w every Wednesday night at :OO o'clock inJ l! O. O. F. hall. Visiting brethern cordiallyS invited.
 Jake Caufman. N. G.
 John Klock, V. G.
 H. A. Masac. Sec'y.
 Joseph Blumberg, Treas WILLIAMS REBEkA All LODGE No. 10, meets every Friday night at 80 in I. O. O. F. hall.
 Mrs. K w. Williams N G,
 Miss Julia Sughrue " G.
 Mrs. Harriette Adams, Sec,
 Mrs. Lizzie Kennedy Ire as
Williams news., 1909-06-19

MAC DONALD ROBINSON
 NOTARY PUBLIC and
 FIRE INSURANCE Office in Arizona Central Bank. WiIGams. Ar;z
Williams news., 1909-06-19

saxSzz WILLIAMS AERIE, F. O. E.,
 No. 751, Meetings held every Tuesday evening. Visit ing brethern invited
 J. D. Raudebaugh p. WI FEE. Fousha. W. P.
 H. c. Sanders, w. V. P. ". Mccartney, W. Sec. J. H. Hudson. w. Treas.
Williams news., 1909-06-19

GRAND CANYON LODGE No. IA. K. of P. V Meets every Thursday evening in I a. O F hall. Visiting brethern cordially welcomed
 F. E. Fousha. c. c.
 A. D. Adams, V. c.
 R. NJ. Reese. K. of R. and B.