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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05

Press and the Chicago and Milwaukee
newspapers that his body had been
found on Third avenue.
He returned to his room. and went
TO bed about o'clock. This morning
the porter found him dead.
Had Taken Poison.
A post norton showed that DIR. Sc
crist had dissolved the formaldyhyda
in water and oil of roses.
He was between so and 60 years
old, and unmarried. His mother re-
sides in Chicago, and will come ta
take charge of the remains. DR.. Secris;
held a life membership in Harmony
lodge of Masons at Cincinnati. Ohio.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05

: tional Guard.
in the Philippines was on exhibition
The collection is the property of En-
sign o. l.. Smith, who served as fore
man machinist in the ordnance depart
ment in Manila for three years. Dur
ing that time he collected some 800
valuable views of the Philippines and
its inhabitants. The collection of
pictures alone is valued at $500. and
the remainder brings the total up to
$500. The collection includes a num-
Der of native curiosities and nipple
ments, most of which come from Jolo
islands. There are several samples of
native ''patatis," a sort of mating made
from reeds and used for carpets and
bed coverings; several native brooms
made from reeds of palm; number of
bolos, the terrible war implement of
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
OBITUARY..
Funeral of Mrs. Sharp.

The funeral of Mrs Eliza Sharp will
be held tomorrow afternoon at ;
O'Clock from the home of her daugh-
ter, Mrs. Oliver Graham. 921 Second
avenue. Rev. H. w Reed will have
charge of the services. Burial will
take place at Chippiannock cemetery.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
GORGE BREAKS AND
WATER TAKES DROP
Yielding of Ice in the Vicinity of Buff
falo Ends Danger of Possible
Flood Here.

From I o'clock yesterday morning
till noon today the stage of water III
the Mississippi river fell from 10.S to
ca. This sudden change was caused
by the breaking of the big gorge that
has held for almost week in the
vicinity of Buffalo. All danger from
damage in case of a sudden cold spell
or a break of ice above now seems
past.
AS a result of the breaking of the
Jam the Rock Island arsenal power
plant was able to resume operations
and the armory shopslwhieh have been
idle all week, are running again in
consequence.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05

hdence in you. You had not then Or
Ge1ea us to double quick on hot day.
You had not then ordered us out on a
cold day without supplying us with
oyercoats You had not then been
guilty of various similar military un.
pleasantness. and now, captain, | am
requested by the company to call up
on you to resign. To resign. not the
command of the company, but the old
sword by your side. | am well aware
that there are memories clinginy
around that old sword-the sword
drawn when the company's existence
was imperiled-the sword drawn IN the
defense of the right. 1 am well aware
that it was a memento OF Pea Ridge
and other well fought felGs, but the
company has another sword which it
wants you to wear and which we ten
der you with the love and esteem Of
all the members
LAS he presented the sword the com
pany presented arms and then the
company was turned over to the cap
tain. who attempted 10 reply, but was
so overcome with surprise, that he
could not conceal the emotions he
felt He tried to reply, but gave it up
1t was evident to all-that he was gen
timely surprised. The sword is a ma :
nificent one, genuine Damascus
blade, with highly ornamented scab
bard. On the scabbard was engraved
the words: Presented to Captain c
h. nf
Rodman Rifles, Co. b, 14th battalion
III. n. G.. June II, 1379-A token D
| friendship and esteem.
THE exercises over, nearly all re
paired to supper, where toasts wer,
in order.
| The TOasts.
| Following the supper were mum
Der of toasts, with responses as fol
lows:
| Illinois: The empire state of tn
west whose sons were foremost i
| council and field during the days o
peril. Adjutant General Hitler.
| illinois National Guard: The RICH
arm of the republic i'll dangers houi
Brigadier General Breeze.
"The 14th Battalion, Illinois M
tional Guard, Colonel D. o. Reid.
THE Ladies': Life is worth nothin
without them. Captain Haverstick.
"The New Recruits. Captain w.
Bennett, Moline guard.
after supper the Misses Parke
read some fine selections in the ROOF
on the third floor, and were apPlaudet
lThey read finely.
The Abt quartet sang some of the
best pieces. and dancing was again l
order. The festivities were kept Il
tin a late hour, and ii was not owe
stating it to say that the entertain
ment by the RCIman Rifles was tn
, finest social event ever given in Roc
Island"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
The Man with Oanoruff

Can now be cured. He, should buy q
bottle of Zemo today. Zemo destroys
the germ that causes the disease. Its
use stops itching instantly, prevents
falling hair and leaves the scalp in a
clean healthy condition. For sale at
Harper House pharmacy.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
McCabe's Specials for Saturday.

Mems fancy trimmed and plain tennis night shirts
worth up to 75c, all at one price Saturday, 42c.
Ladies' wool plated vests and pants in natural
gray and white, less than half value, Saturday, 29c
10 a. m. 600 yards 40 inch white India Linons 25c
values, at yard 12c.
3 D. m 500 yards Finest Toie du Nord dress ging
hams, short lengths 15c quality, yard Sc.
Handsome picture back playing cards. best quality
29c.
Ladies' hook on and side supporters, all coors, worth
to Soc some bargains these, at lOc.
Fields best 200 yard machine cotton spoos for 10c.
DR.. Graves famous tooth powder, 25c size 14c.
Buster Brown belts, black white and red Tic.
At 7:3O Saturday, womens handsome night gowns, en-
tire yoke of lace and embroidery neck ST. Values CSC.
Big sale of furs Saturday at 81 piece One OF the
big bargain sales of the season All kinds OF furS worth
ter, you know.
Good shoe laces pair lie.
Scaoped shelf ocoth, just one-half price, per yard
bleached muslin, 10 YARDS FOR soc.
At o'clock good quality shaker and cotton flannel,
choice of either per yd &c.
AT o'clock womens fast black hose, elastic ribbed
tops. flyer, per pair 10c.
White porcelain china tea cups and saucers. special
for Saturday, cups and saucers 44c.
Two and three quart, deep seamless granite pudding
pans, Saturday special price, each &c.
Good quality steel butcher or meat knives worth l5c
Saturday Sc.
cup heavy tin gem pans special Saturday, 1Oc.
800 p m. about so tinted centre pieces with one cor
embroidered worth up S. 90 EACH and lot of fine
French pillow tops worth up to $loo. till sold. at each
Weathered oak Jardniere stands 10 inches high 10
inch tops not 45c but for Saturday. while they last 32c
Steel bed touches opens to full size bed best con-
strucon, regular price $3.50, Saturday $685.
Rugs for $1OO Heavy all wool Smyrna rugs 27x54
inch, Reds Greens and Browns Saturday, x1.OO.
Brussels and Velvet Mre Rugs. N yard square.
Musical Program I'm the Evening.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
ALL MEATS ARE INSPECTED.
Pound of Meat Purchased at Gill
more's Packinu House Market.

Every pound of fresh and cured meat
in the Gilmore market is inspected by
the u. s. government and bears the
government stamp which is a guaran-
tee of its absolute purity and whole
sOmeness.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05

LIEU EN- ANT 5. Il. DAVIS,
Commander of Local Division of Naval
Reserves.
the native insurgents; and quite var
iety of the ammunition which they
used in their rifles. Some of the shells
they manufactured themselves from
tin cans and many of them would not
explode when used in the rifles There
are a number of other interesting spec
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05

confer with H. Sexton and urge him
to become a-~candidate on the demo-
cratic ticket for the Office of mayor
will submit report and announce Mr..
Sections reply. City Chairman Bert
Corken is to preside.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
COMMITTEE WILL REPORT
Democrats Will Hold Meeting at Tur.
ner Hall Tonight.

The democratic city committee and
the democrats of the city generally
will hold an adjourned meeting at the
Turner hall this evening. 1t is ex-
pected that the committee named TO
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
WAS NOT MIKE COLLINS
Man Who Sucided at Coal Valley
Not Identified Yet

The man who suicided at Coal Val
ley Monday night was not Mike Col!
Inns. as was thought. A brother ri
Collins went to Coal Valley to deter
mine whether it was his brother; and
he is positive that the suicide is not
Collins, although he admits that the
man resembles his brother The body
is still unidentified.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05

the members of the two organizations
are very proud of their quarters.
High officers Attend.
The celebration of the reopening of
the armory took the form of a military
ball. This opened with grand march
in which several hundred took part
1t was led by General and Mrs Ed
ward Kittilsen, followed by Colone
and Mrs. w. T. Channon. A number
of officers of the 9th regiment who
were in uniform followed closely be
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
DR.. H. C. SECRIST
IS A SUICIDE
Ends His Lite by Taking Dose of For
maldyhyde Dissolved in
Oil OF Roses.
FOUND DEAD IN ROOM
Had Difficulties Recently With Asso-
ciate Over Money Matters-Came
Here in November.

DR.. II. c. Secrist, physician who
located i'll Moline last November,
suicided last night by taking formaldy-
hyde. This is said TO be the fifth time
that this poison has been used as a
means of suicide. ipethe United States.
The deed is thought to be the result
partially of differences over financial
matters with his former associate, r
G. Barnum, who e few weeks ago sew
cred his connection with Dr. Secris:
for whom he had acted as advertising
agent ~
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05
Had Been Drinking.

Dr. Secrist had rooms in the Swedz
ish Olive building. "A few days ago
he exhibited a Ietter from Barnum M
which the latter stated that if DR.. So
crist did not pay him slG0 he would
blow the physicians brains out Sun
day DR.. Secrist served wine to all VINO
called at his office. and each time
took enormous drinks himself Tues
day he caused stir by paradinS
through the Railways attired in his
bathrobe and brandishing a revolver.
Wednesday he appeared rational. but
Wednesday night he became violent
again, Last night he went to the bath
parlors, and from there telephoned 20
c. S. Zaiser, Moline newspaper man.
asking him to notify the Associated
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1909-02-05

Gated 80 Years Ago
linens in the exhibit, including num-
Der of native coins from different parts
of the islands, and also coins OF the
different countries IN the vicinity of
the islands.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01


Beatrice and Eleanor wilton were two
orphan sisters. They lived in a small
apartment in the city of Omaha. They
OF their mother until last winter the angel
of death had taken her home.
Beatrice, aged 20, was stenographer In a
downtown office. Eleanor, the younger
girl, aged Is, clerked in a department
store. They had always gotten on fairly
well and had been able each year. during
their vacations of three weeks, which they
tried always to get at the same time, TO
go to some quiet farm house IN the coun-
try and rest up. But It looked this year
as II they would have TO remain at home,
as the Doctors bills had been large, and
the dainties their mother must have had
taken the money they generally laid away
for their little outing.
Beatrice was healthy and thought she
could stand staying in the city, hut Eleanor
was younger and the winter cares had left
their mark upon her. About the last Of
Tune she became pale and ~Iistless. not eat
ing much, and always getting up with a
headache, This caused the older sister
much worry. for, thought she, II Eleanor
keeps on failing, I shall soon be alone in
the world.
II was within a week Of their annual
vacation, when one evening Beatrice got
off the car waving an Omaha Bee at her
sister, who was at the window watching
her.
"I have the Ioveliest plan to propose
after supper" exclaimed Bea.
Eleanor only answered her with a wan
smile. for she did not take much interest
in things these days. After supper the
Older sister unfolded her plan by first
taking up The Bee and reading the above
ad. The plan was for the two sisters to
apply for the position and spend their
vacation in working for the company. as
this would afford travelling and a change.
It would let them see more Of the country,
and they would VISIT smaller towns, where
purer air would be obtained. Eleanor. OF
course, agreed.
The next day, during the noon hour,
Beatrice called on the company, which
had done the advertising. The wages were
so reasonable and the work so light that
she accepted the position for herself and
sister.
The girls had a good vacation, ms their
work did not take up all the day, and
Eleanor grew ROSY and healthy from the
long walks they took in the country air.
When their time was up, they were profit
ing in 30 many ways. besides getting as
large wages az they had before, that they
decided 10 resign their positions and stay
at demonstrating
Everyone ought TO read the Want Ads
In The Bee. as you can find everything
you want, even a vacation.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

THIS WAS CONSIDERED THE BEST STORY SENT IN last
WEEK AND II WRITER WAS AWARDED FIRST
PRIZE.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01
First Prize Story
a SUMMER VACATION

Augusta KILLER. Kearney. Neb.. dauFhter
NJ r. w. KILLER. Passed TO ninth grade,
LonFfellow school. Last teacher, Miss
Beecher. Aged ia years.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

THE NAVY is composed Of alert, relia-
BILE, efficient young men. They are being
we'll paid because they know their work.
When they enlisted, they were like the
average unframed boy.
II you think you need the military train
ing, practical instruction, regular hours,
exercise and the chances the navy offers
70 show the stuff that's in you, investigate
this subject.
II you have worked at any trade, you
can probably follow It in the navy, be-
coming more expert by a course in a trade
school, and promoted as you deserve It.
Plenty Of recreation and sports and
spare time; shore leave granted deserving
men frequently.
Many more apply than are enlisted, as
the number Of vacancies is limited; so if
accepted, you will begin with a picked lot
OF young men. Applicants from II to q
years old are enlisted for instruction in the
seaman branch; electricity, clerical duty;
hospital corps, etc. II you have a trade
you may enlist II under 80.
Act promptlyi get booklets about daily
work, cruises, pay, promotion and priv
ileges. But take time to consider fully be-
fore enlisting. Ask men In the navy how
they like It. Apply Navy Recruiting sta
ton. Postoffice Bldg, Omaha, Neb.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

TWO ladies' to travel, demonstrate and
sell dealers. Call or address at once
Omaha, Neb.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

Intelligent person may earn good
income corresponding for newspapers: ex-
porience unnecessary. Address Press Cor
~respondence Bureau, Washington, ID. c.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01
miscellaneous.

WE HAVE on hand a number of ink
barrels which we will sell at zoe each. They
are fine for rain water or ashes. Call At
pressroOm Bee Publishing Co.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01
MEDICAL

BEST nerve brace for man. Gray's Nerve
Food pills, 81 a box. postpaid. Sherman 4
Mcconnell Drug Co. Omaha
FREE MEDICAL and surgical treatment
at Creighton's Medical college l4th and
Davenport sts.i special attention paid TO
confinement cases. all treatment super
vised ny college professors. Phone Doug.
e las A6I, Calls answered. day OF nignL
CONSUMPTION-I can cure or stop any
acute disease In one day. Prof. Johnson,
18th and r SITS, South Omaha
BIG SALE COAT AND PANTS 70 order,
SA MGccarthy-W Wilson, so So. 18th StS
Remember Il only takes a stroke or two
the "a IN The Bea
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

Mems Assn: no fees. Gail S25 b. Of T. Bldg.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01
Scholarship

II you intend taking q course in business
college, see us about a scholarship. We
will sell you one at n saving to you. Ad-
dress o 81, care Bee.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01
HELP W~ANTED-MALE

miscellaneous Continued
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01
PRINTING

THE Quality Press, artistic commercial
printers, have moved from S2 s. 18th to
i21s Harvey st. Douglas 5641.
HOLLAND printing Co, ITO S. 18th st.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

ing: ~
5-r., part mod, 1s42 North 22d. S14.
6-r., mod, 1918 Seward St. SEQ,
6-r., mod, 2s14 Dodge St, S26.
6-r, mod, S11 N. 29th St, S25.
6-r., part mod, 1907 N. 26th Ave, SIS.
6-r., mod, 2015 Grand Ave, $50.
I-r, part mod, 1923 Grand Ave. go "a.
ST., mod, PISA s. s4th ST., sos.
FLATS.
7-r., mod, 500 S. goth Ave, S45.
6-r., mod, steam heat, $50
1-r' part mod, 2521 n. Path St., $50.
S-r., mod, 614 N. goth St. $50.
HEATED APARTMENTS.
and broom apartments, five minutes
walk from postoffice, oak finish. ele-
gantly decorated steam heat, janitor serv-
Ice, tile bath room, window shades ana
curtain rods, $40 TO SIS, Only two left,
VIII show you through any time.
HASTINGS & HEYDEN.
1914 liarney ST.
SVi Leavenworth street, 8 rooms. all
modern, immediate possession. S5.
J. II. DUMONT & SON,
Fhone Douglas $50, 1905 Fanam ST.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01
LOST AND FOUND

LOSr-Gentleman's diamond ring near
watering trough at Hanscom park; liberal
reward. Tel Douglas 23A.s
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

WANTED-A retired minister or school
teacher to represent us. Address 424 Jeffer-
son Bldg, South Bend, Ind.s
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

LOST-Lady's light blue coat; liberal re-
18th St.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

Beatrice and Eleanor wilton were two
orphan sisters. They lived in a small
apartment in the city of Omaha. They
supported themselves and had taken caro-
OF their mother until last winter the angel
of death had taken her home.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01
HELP WANTED
MALE AND FEMALE

WANTED-25 city solicitors, ladies and
gents, experience unnecessary, good money.
Call at the office Of The Medical m
Co., 45 N. gath ST., South Omaha. Neb.
BIG SALE COAT AND PANTS to order,
tub. MacCarthy~ Wilson, 3H So. 10th St.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

BEND US your mail orders for drugs;
freight paid on $40 lots. Myers-Dilon Drug
Co., Omaha.
o RENT, For Sale and Furnished
Room cards, loo each. Corey & Mckenzie
Printing Company, liz 8. 18th st.
BARGAINS-2d-hand pulleys, sh%afting,
hangers betting, rip saw, forge, boxing ma
chine, blacksmith tools. A. Murphy g. Sons.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

LoST-Waterman's fountain pen, In
leather holder, about 10 a. m, sat, al
10th. and Douglas, Return to 201 3. 10th
ST. for reward. A ]. Edholm.
Omaha daily bee., 1909-08-01

LOST-Umbrella Friday, July 30. on S2d
St, between Pacific and Poppleton; L
shaped ivory handle, silver band marked
Geo. Q. Richardson, ST. Joseph, Mo" Re
ward II returned to Bogue. ll26 S. 32d ST.
Evening star., 1909-04-11
Unusual China

~HE woman does not exist who has
not at one time or another been
Il interested in beautiful or unique
china. The homemaker collects it until
1t amounts to a fad. The bachelor girl
of today is never without her tea things
She either has them ready for use on
table or II she is more careful they are
kept in a ca hinet or closet with a near
by table ready to spread at moments
notice. There is dainty delft china
service on the market. bringing with 1t
a custom from Holland. 1t is hot milk
set in blue and while. and the three
pieces stand on small delft waiter.
There Is a straight. tall pitcher. the
shape OF our chocolate pot. and two tall
cups with handles much the shape Of
our glass tumblers, for iced tea. The
outfit seems to necessitate the little
Dutch maid with her quaint white bon
net and clompen.
The invalid has not been forgotten
and let US hope she never may be; for
her bedside table there is a china waiter
made just large enough to hold the
pitcher. the candlestick and the match
box. They are all the same kind OF
dainty colored china. and SO necessary
yet SO easy to forget. They seem al
most to have been suggested by one who
had been frequently. forgotten in these
contents would be q welcome addition
to the oro1naHy RpeSt room.
Evening star., 1909-04-11

be sewn at regular intervals around the
brim one inch from the bound edge.
These should be closer together than
the buttonholes around the edge OF the
crown, for you know when you fasten
the crown to the brim 1t should wrinkle
slightly between each button and but
tonhole.
The buttonholes are very small. ana
they should be done in the button
hole stitch, not In eyelet. Lingerie
hat crowns are usually fastened on
bv tiny linen or lace-covered buttons.
am suggesting to you to make
this hat Of linen rather than piaue'
for think you will find 1t easier to
work on the former. However. II you
desire. you may make a hat OF ordi-
nary white pique.
The hat strings must In either case
be made Of some softer material
nerhaps handkerchief linen or batiste
would be better than anything else.
Next week I expect to show you
this design adapted for collar ana
cuffs for a child's coat. You Will then
he able to embroider q complete out
at for the little one.
Evening star., 1909-04-11
HATMAKING AT HOME

possible. A young girls hat that was
chirtz covered was too girlish and
pretty to resist chatting about. The
shape was buckram. with a faintest
suggestion OF roll-ur to the brim. and
with a rounded crown. 1t was covered
perfectly smoothly with an old-timey
chintz that had cream ground and
some struggling pink blossoms and
green leaves. There was a loose band
and bow OF light blue ribbon velvet
round the crown. and the rim was faced
with soft blue braided straw. To avoid
the stitches showing through to the
Evening star., 1909-04-11

HERE has never before been .
season when SO many Of the hat
= shapes were at their best with a
very little trimming. Most all Of the in
verted dishes which we now call hats
require only a twist Of ribbon velvet
and q wing, some decorative bit OF
metal or q close bunch Of flowers or
fruit. These things are put on In the
simplest way. and the trimming is pos
sible to almost any one who has first
tafen a good look. with view to doing,
her hat at home.
GOVERNS q buckram hat with plain
unen is clever trick. out It Is not I'M
Evening star., 1909-04-11
Most Durable Ruche

1--WE all know that the rucne naolt
is most assa s.,r,vssa1s s.ns s.sss. sns, yet St
accustomed to this one neck finish that
they are positively unhappy without
their ruching. It is an expensive luz
ury. and If the ready-to-wear ruche IS
indulged in it should be purchased BY
the box. Now. the ready-to-wash rucn-
ing is a far moro economical habit. ana
there is assuredly less likelihood OF
wearing q questionable neck decoration
ii the wearer has made herself Eooaly
number of these neck and sleeve lenetns
SO that frequent changes may be IN
dulged in. 49,
tape. and then fold some white footing.
The fold is to be the upper edge Of OF the q
be gathered and felled fast to the tape:
The frill should be quite fuii. an and AFTER Innr
unpainted lead pencil or pipestem Is
run into them and the frili pusned
close pun.
Evening star., 1909-04-11
Gift to a Hostess

~ NE dainty woman gave to another
dainty woman. whose guest she
~ had been. q gift for her linen
closet. 1t consisted Of q number OF
lavender filled pads to lay In among the
linens. They were generous IN size. made
Of lavender Japanese crepe. printed with
a rambling vine, probably wistaria. The
inside was white cotton wadding. with
dried lavender flowers between the lay
ers, and there was q last bit OF pretti-
ness added In the shape OF tufts Of
lavender ribbon.
from the guest. who has not known her
hostess very well, and who. therefore,
might not venture on q personal gift