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Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Lincoln Mcconnell is man with mission on
earth. and that to make 1t brighter, better,
happier He is an optimist by birth, breeding ant
He believes in God and he believes
share his faith. Few men of his age have had
the wide experience that Mr.. Mcconnell has had
Trained for lawyer and being an unusual keen
he has learned valuable lessons that
he uses with tremendous power in dealing with
men. He has made over four thousand public
addresses in the last ten years, and where
ever he has gone he is universally conced-
ed to be one of the most original, forceful and
Unique speakers before the public He is
est stranng afer it, gets into instant touch
with his audience and they laugh or cry as he
Wills, though they laugh more than they cry, for
he says the world has enough to cry over with
gu. his adding to it,
MIR. Mcconnell has been secured for two
lectures. the second to be given the after
neon of Thursday, August &c. This day is also
hall Company, whose coming will be awaited
With great anticipation by all who are we'll in
formed concerning chautauqua attractions, for
this is one OF the most pleasing combinations be-
scre the public today. Prominently versatile
and delightful the only proper terms to APP
ply to this company. AS a male quartetts
brass quarlette and bell ringers they stand at
the head We predict that the Parand-New
hall Company will be remembered as one of the
will be remembered that these entertainers were
engaged last year, but by reason of serious
Illness OF one of the company were unable to
appear; SO great was the demand for them that
they have been reengaged for this year, and will
not only appear on the afternoon of Thursday
out 4: tie evening of that day will give full
program occupying the entire time
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Magician. venriloquist, entertainer, has been
secured for Saturday night August 49, His
ception never fail to facinate and charm his
audience. 1t is not too much to say that in the
presentation of feats depending entirely upon
personal dexterity and address. Mr.. Merton has
no superior upon the Lyceum platform today.
Special attention is called to the fact that the
wonderful and apparently impossible effects are
produced entirely without the aid of apparatus.
Years of study and constant practice have de-
yeloped the wonderful skill that mas won for
him the title, Master of Magic Upon a brill
iantly lighted platform, with arms barred to the
elbows, Mr. Merton will demonstrate to the
satisfaction of all that it is not only possible
tor an article to be in two places at the same
time. but that it is equally possible that it nav
be nowhere at ALL
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22
PROGRAM in DETAIL.

Saturday, August 21
Evening $50 Concert, Ohio Male Quartette.
S:CO-Lecture 81 nest Harold Baynes
Sunday, August o.
Afternoon: S0-Concert, Ohio Male Quartette
3:CO-Lecture. DIR. Herbert L. Willett
Evening" :S0-Concelt, Ohio Male Quartette
8:00--Leetule Allen A. Tanner.
Monday August %.
Morning-10: s0-Domesic Science, Miss Alice
Sherry.
Afternoon-2:s o-concert, Ohio Male Quartette.
3:O0-Lecture, Allen A. Tanner.
evening: 3O-Concert, Ohio Male Quartette
S:0O-Lecthre DR.. j. w. Petit
Tuesday, August "a.
Morning-1o: 3o-Domestic Science, Miss Alice
Sherry.
Afternoon-2: 3O-Concert Chicago Ladies'
Orchesra.
3:oo-Lecture, Arthur MacMurray.
Evening S0-Concert, Chicago Ladies
Orchestra
S:00-Lecture, Arthur MacMurray.
Wednesday, August 25
Mornng-lo;se snanPR Science. Miss Alice
Afternoons o-Concert Chicago Ladies
Orchestra.
3:00--Lecture, Mrs Carrie A. Nation.
evening: 30--Concert, Chicago Ladies'
Orchestra.
S:00-Leeture. Lincoln Mcconnell
Thursday, August &c.
Momlng-lO: SO-Domestic Science Miss Alice
Sherry.
Afternoon: 3O-Concert The Parland New,
hall Company
S:00-Lecture, Lincoln Mcconnell
evenings O--Full Program The Parland-
Newhall Company.
Friday, August 81.
Morning-1O: s0--D Domestic Science, Miss Alice *
Sherry. Tss
Afternoon: 3O--Concert Williams Jubilee
Singers.
3:OO-Lecture. Judge George d. Alden.
evening: 3O-Concest Williams Jubilee
Singers q
s:0O-Lecture, Opie Read.
Saturday. August 2s.
orning-10: 30-Domestic Science, Miss Alice
Sherry.
rnoon-2: s0-concer. Williams Jubilee
Singers.
80 s:aoo.Lectture. Judge George d. Alden.
f I'VE SO &c Williams Jubilee
Singers
S:O0-Entertai hment Hal Merton.
Sunday, August go.
afternoon: Concert Williams Jubilee
:00-Lecture. Rev. Joseph n sNuscnt
evening": 3O-Concert Williams Jubilee
Singers.
s:oo--I lecture. Judge H. M. Boorman.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Will give two of his great lectures. In Judge
Alden you will find that happy but rare combna-
ton of brilliancy of expression with forceful
epgrams which will linger in the memory and a
dash and spirit in giving them rtterance leaving
little to be desired. His lectures are not mere
academic discussions. for he touches living, vital
topics in a manner which compels attention. In
the daily press have devoted from one to two
columns to review his lectures, "a very remark
able and unusual tribute to the ordinary Lyceum
Grafton. and perhaps the best possible indi-
WHILE"
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Mrs. Carrie A. Nation is not only an orator
which endangers young manhood and young
womanhood with a persistence and force that
i attracting wide attention from men and organi
cations two continents Mrs Nation spent
the months of November and December 1908, in
Scotland and England lecturing under the direc-
ton of the Reform League with great success
Carrie A. Nation the reformer has grown until
The recognition which she has received in almos
every great city in own country, the, wide
publicity given her reform work, and the public
demonstrations which she has led against in
Ireland and England have made her a much
sought for attraction for Chautauqua assem-
Dlies. She comes not with hatehet but with
he Holy Bible in her hand and the love of God
in her heart seeking to save men from the evil
effects of strong drink.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Will deliver one of his great addresses, bas
I'd on his experience as workman in
Offices and shops Dr.. Tanner is a congre-
gational minister, graduate of Illinois College
and Chicago Theological Seminary, who resigned
SOCIOLOGICAL studies at first hand as machnst
helper. He says: MANY professors of socio-
osy who are solving the labor problem by secud-
Jig themselves in the quiet retreat of college
ed to live and support family for couple
of years of their wages DIR. Tanner will also
give second lecture on the afternoon of Mon
day August %.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22
Sunday, August 20 is the closing day of the
assembly, and it is marked by the appearance
at the afternoon session of

This brilliant ecclesactic has won for himself
a national fame by sheer force of intellect.
Father Nugent brings to the platform no trickery
no bid for popularity. There is no tragedy here
no studied effects. Instead he brings strong
brain. full Of subtle imagery and apt illustra-
ton. an intense magnetism a wonderful per
sonal charm, an all prevailing humor, surpris-
ing simplicity. commanding appearance, a
magnificent voice after all born orator OBJ
!liyious to all but his thought you find he has
taken you ~ the hand and carefully led you to
great depths and past many difficulties SO. sur
ptisingly easy and simple now-dl fficulties you
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

close TO great Chautauqua session. Mr.. Boor-
man brings. to the chautauqua platform the
broad knowledge of lawyer of 90 years practie
him. He has for years been in great demand for
him. He has for years been in great demand for
public addresses but has never consented to
enter the lecture field until recently, when he
gave his lecture on "The Trial Of Jesus at
few Chautauquas. and in each instance was greet
ed with the banner audience of the assembly.
He stands pre-emnent as an orator and has
made of these lectures distinctively chautau-
qua addresses.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Will appear ON the evening of Friday, August
q. Opie Read is like no one else in the world.
% his stories. You may have enjoyed mis- books
in the solitude of your library; perchance yo9
have been stirred by his plays, or spent delight
full half-hours in the reading of his clever char
acter sketches; but unless you have sat with
in the sound of his voice, and heard from his
lips the quaint tales that originate In his brain
YOU do not fully appreciate the splendid genius
of the man. On the platform MI. Read chimes
with brilliance all of his own. Mr.. Read always
entertaining. His program is varied and each
number is gem. In all his readings he shows
himself to be a wonderful delineator of charater.
and an artist in the Interpretation of his own
work.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Whose subject is "Wild Animals of America
No movement in the past decade has been moro.
significant than the widespread interest which
mas been manifested in what may be called the
great, good outdoors. Mr.. Baynes has spent
his life studying the lives and habits of the wild
ANIMALS OF America. His favorite method being
the capturing of the animals when very young
ana raising them in his own home all the while
Ing them in various poses His lectures are
profusely illustrated with colored stereoptican
views showing the gradual development of the
various animals presented. Mr. Baynes' fund of
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22
cHAuTAuouA PURPOSES.

The Missouri Valley Chautauqua is not a
money making business conducted for private
gain. The officers and directors give their time
free of charge. If there is money in the treas
ury at the end of the season. it is applied to
making next years assembly bigger and better
" this year. we confidently expect, should
show larger patronage than last. the result
WI be still better chautauqua next year; and
the management will feel ample repaid i'm
that their efforts have gone to the benefit,
amusement and instruction of the community.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

never thought you could surnount He furrows
you all over with new brain paths and leaves
you, In whirl Of new, wholesome thought. IIa
inpresses you with the simplicity Of his style
coupled with the granduer and depth Of lis
thoughts, with his vivid word painting and per-
where. everytime. ~ ' 81
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

The Chicago Ladies Orchestra
This is deservedy one of the most popular or
CARNATIONS appearing in chautauqua work.
Every member is musician of high ability and
Miss Zettn Gay Whitson, violin soloist, and Miss
Annie Threse Davault, reader are superlatvie
artists. The personnel of the company is stronger
ishan that of any similar organization on the
lyceum platform. In addition to unusual natural
ability, they have enjoyed careful training with
the best teachers. Their solo and ensemble nun.
bers are high-class and popular.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Win appear at every program until the end of
The Chautauqua. Comment on this gifted Com
l'any is unnecessary. Having appeared on this
platform early in the history Of our assembly
they create a place for themselves that no COM
pany of the like kind, has since been able
70 I'LL, and it is in response TO the general re-
quest of the patrons Of the Chautauqua that. they
nave been re-engaged this year. This will be the
last opportunity TO hear this company for several
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

of high ideals and great enthusiasm, he brings
to the Lyceum platform all the requirements Of a
great lecturer. Mr.. MacMurray in not only an
entertaining lecturer. but scholar and deep
thinker with original ideas upon the preat prob
lens Of the day. His lectures on "Dr. Jekyll and
Mr.. Hyde" will be one of the strong features of
the whole program, and none who hear 1t will
miss his second lecture on "The Twentieth Gem
ruty Puritan."
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

OF the University of Chicago. will appear on
the afternoon Of Sunday, August %. The mention
of his name is sufficient introduction, for the
great success of DR.. Willett all over this country
and abroad makes words of Introduction useless
He is charming speaker, with clear: resonant
voice, splendid appearance, eloquent language
and strong reasoning qualities. He is earnest,
energetic and burning with the fcrvor of
orator.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Wednesday, August %, will be one Of the great
days of the assembly. introducing two of the
leading attractions of the entire list, entirely
dissmar yet both great on their chosen themes
On the afternoon of this day
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22
Dr.. J. w. Pittit.

G reat interest is now manifest concerning the
prevention and of tuberculosis. In an ed
teral not long ago, the Des Moines Register and
Leader said. it will be proof conclusive of Grim
inal neglect II tuberculosis is all common
in the next generation DR.. j. w. Petit. of
Ottawa, Illinois, will speak Monday evening Aug
nst 90, on this subject. DIR Petit, President of
the Illinois Medical Society is the pioneer leader
in the tuberculosis propaganda in the middle
west. AS an officer of the Illinois State Medical
Society he inaugerated the first systematic move
ment in the Mis- ;ssip Valley in the fight against
the great white plague He established the OF
tawa Tent Colony the first successful institution
for treatment of tuberculosis in the middle west
He is recognized authority on tuberculosis and
one of the most active leaders in this work He
was delegate TO the International Congress
on tuberculosis at Washington, ID. c.. 1908. Has
been to Europe twice investigating the tubercu-
osis problem. DIR. Pitttit is acknowledged as
one of the best popular lecturers on this sub
lect now in the field. His message on this all
Important subject will be of interest to ALL
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

years. as they leave for tour Of the world next
October and will be absent for several years:
We feel sure that their three days engagement
at this Chautauqua will be a great pleasure to-
the public.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

The management have felt that much of the
success of the assembly would depend on the in
terest of the opening number and have accord
lngly arranged that the opening lecture should
be that of
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22
DOMESTIC SCIENCE.

Miss Alice Sherry, whose work as instructor
in Domestic Science was SO eminently satisfac-
this department again. For six days, August
1898. inclusive, she viii lecture and conduct de-:
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

monstrations every morning at 1890 a. m. Last
year many interested people declared this fea-
ure tito be the most interesting and useful Of
the whole program. Those who heard her and
witnessed her demonstrations then, will not will
ingly miss one of her lectures this year and
many new friends will be won by her work, we
doubt.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22
CAMPING.

Last year the largest number of tents in the
history of this assembly We're erected on the
grounds and filled with happy and enthusiastic
campers. 1t is safe to say that all who test
ed the delights OF camping out under these de-
lightful conditions last year will be residents
ol the white city again this year ii possible and
large number of additional tents will be need
ed TO acomodate the increased number of PEG
pie who recognize the attractions of an outing
in such surroundings. The standard size, 1Ox14
tents with siX-foot wall and partition, which
have proved so satisfactory, will de retained
this year These will be furnished for $500, I'M
Gliding ground rent. The low walled a. tents
be furnished to parties desiring them at
S275 and 1925, according TO size, providing tn
application for them is made in time to have
them ordered Good ship-ap floors will be put
in any tent for additional charge of $500.
All ordinary household supplies can be obtained
without leaving the grounds. Applications for
tents should be made to G. c. Williams. Superin-
endent of Grounds Location and tent will be
reserved payment of $500, balance on taking
possession ground rental fee of Sl00 is
charged those bringing their own tenis. The
experienced caterer Mr. III. c. Hcckert. will
tabsh cafe on the grounds. where meals will
be served a la carte at popular prices Free
telephone services will be provided the campers.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22

Tuesday and Wednesday, August "a and 25
will be marked by the appearance on both the
afternoon and evening programs of
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22
ADMISSIONS.

Season tickets good for one admission to
each program for any member of the family, if
purchased before August TO-. :. -. 49,. 81 Oh
Season tickets, after August 10 $50
Season tickets for children, 10 IA Years Old
inclusive before August lo.... 80. ....$ 10O
After August TO-. ...... ..5...... $ %
Children under years, free
*single admission, good for one program:
Aduts.... ...... 500. 500. $1,000. 20
Children ...... ...... ..... ..... ...... 10
sThis single admission rate applies to all at
fractions except Mrs Nations lecture, afternoon
OF August %; the full program of the Par
Ian Newhal Company, evening of August &c;
and Father Nugents lecture, afternoon of
August 20. On these occasions the single adj
mission will be 80 cents for adults and 20
cents for children
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1909-07-22
PROGRAM IN DETAIL.

The Chautauqua opens the evening of Satur
day August u with concert by the Ohio Male
Quartette and lecture by I1rnes' Harold Baynes.
The Ohio Male Quartette also the after
Moons and evenings of Sunday and Monday
August % and %. MIR. West the First Tenor
of this quartette is also finished reader and
monoogist and in this work adds much to the
popularity of the quartette. One of the most
popular attractions for a Lyceum Course is a
good Male Quartete assisted by a good reader
The Ohio Male Quartete is organization com
losed exclusive OF college, men, Messrs West
Sample. Boese and Smith, al finished singers
Where such vocalists join forces, the result must
necessary be a delightful ensembly thoroughly
familiar with the various styles of music, these
SINGERS are able to present a varied program
pleasing to all. Neither monotony OF word or
meodic style mars their concerts so admirably
are their songs arranged. Their fine apprecia-
ton of the poetica contents of song which
Is all too rare in singers i; one of the strong
points OF the members of this organization An
other reason why the Ohio Male Quartette is so
successful is that the members adapt themselves
readily to new environment, taking keen delight
in pleasing each one in their audience. The en-
fhnsiastc vim and sponttnety in their work in
vests it with unusual charm. In the realization
OF the possibilities of light and shade correc
OF attack and protection of information, this quar-
tette would be difficult to surpass.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-10-12
HUSBAND DISAPPEARS;
WIFE FEARS SUICIDE
DRIVER OF LAUNDRY WAGON
SUDDENLY VANlSHES
Man Is Known to Have Been Worry
ING, and 1t is Believed Finances
Caused Him to Become
Despondent
Ispeclal to The Herald ]

LONG BEACH, Oct 11.-Scott Cum
mings, 80 years old, recently employed
by the Soft Water Laundry company
as driver, left his home at 53212 West
First street last Friday night at Z
o'clock and has not been seen since.
His wife is Frustrated fearing he has
committed suicide. She is left with Il
4-months-old child.
Cummings rode away from home on
his bicycle after kissing his wife and
child goodby Friday evening. He had
been morose and uncommunicative for
two or three days, worrying, it is be-
lieved, about money. His affairs with
the laundry company, it is said, were
perfectly straight. He is a member Of
the local lodge of Elks and well known
about town.
His friends think probably Cummings
is wandering, suffering from temporary
mental arrangement. He is feet 6
inches tall, has a black moustache and
black hair and is considered good look
ing.
Cards bearing his picture and de-
scription will be sent broadcast in the
hope he viii be found.
Mrs. Cummings has expressed the
fear he has drowned himself
Los Angeles herald., 1909-10-12
GET WARM WELCOME
AFTER HONEYMOON
PASADENA COUPLE FIND HOME
GAlLY DECORATED
Baby Buggy Chained to the Roof and
Suggestive Signs Attract the
Attention of the
Passersby
Especial to The Herald

PASADENA, Oct. lit was a warm
welcome that greeted Mr.. and Mrs.
Raymond Thompson upon their arrival
in Pasadena after their honeymoon.
When they reached their new home
here they were surprised to find baby
buggy chained to the roof and dozens
of signs tackled all over the front of
the house. Dozens of old shoes were
strung in festive fashion, adding to the
general effect.
There were none who passed that did
not fail to notice the huge placards
bearing the legends: Il Love My
Wife, but Oh, You ???," whats Life
Without a Wife," Were Married
Now" "She Is Mine and I'm Her'n.
I'VE Enjoy Married Life" I'VE
Couldn't Get Along Without Each
Other" MY Wifes a Peach" Il Love
Her, Deed I Do" and a dozen other
similar embarrassing notices.
A broomstick f1agpole and a gunny-
sack flag are hanging from an upper
window, but the baby buggy chained to
the roof of the house was the piece de
resistance.
Mr. Thompson is graduate of the
Pasadena high school and an attorney
in Los Angeles. Mrs. Thompson was
formerly Miss Hera Williams, and the
wedding several weeks ago was one
of the social events of the season in
this city. The decorated house is at
Orange Grove and Galena avenues.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-10-12
INSPECTOR SEEKS TO
SAVE RIVER GRAVEL
ASKS THE COUNCIL TO PASS
ORDINANCE
Finds Material Is Being Removed to
Nearby Cities at Rate That Will
Seriously Affect Bridges
and Buildings

In a communication to the city coun-
ell w. NJ. Humphreys, inspector OF
public works, calls attention to the
danger and difficulty that threatens the
city in several ways by the continued
expectation of sand and gravel from
the Los Angeles river bed to nearby
cities. He concludes by urging the
council to pass an ordinance that VIII
prohibit this material being removed
from the river bed for use anywhere
except in the city limits.
He quotes Building Inspector Backus
as authority for the statement that II
sand and gravel is removed from the
river bed at the present rate and sent
to outside cities it will not be long
until it will be necessary for Los An
peles builders to go far atield to get
his material, and this will increase
the cost of buildings. He also quotes
from a report made by Henry u. Far
Ier. former deputy city engineer mace
inst before his death, which shows
fbat the gravel from the river bed Is
Being removed at the rate of a foot a
year and that in the next five years 1t
will cost more than $4,000 to repair the
underpinning of the city's bridges as
a result.