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The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20
ORCHARD OPPORTUNITIES

The unusually abundant
yield Of apples along the noun
tain ranges in East Tennessee
and Western North Carolina
this year has opened the eyes
of the people OF this section as
never before touching the pos
sibilites of raising marketable
apples IL is believed that there
Ia not a better climate for this
industry i'm the whole country.
The apple crop could be made a
source of great wealth to the
farmers
Until within recent ears lit
tie was known among the
people of this region of the inn
portance of systematic care for
fruit trees 1t has been demon
strated that orchard cultivation
and the spraying of fruit trees.
which will take up hut little
time, are essential in .le grow
ing OF commercial applies, and
that without this care it, is
hardly possible to grow market.
able fruit.
The planting OF orchards is
being undertaken hy some of
the farmers, but as yet there
are no large commercial orch-
ards IN this section The bump
er crop of the present year. to
gethcr with the knowledge of
spraying and orchard cultiya-
ton, should encourage the
farmers of this region io enter
into fruit cultivation. Ia lis
hoped that tho next few wears
Will prove "a revelation from
this standpoint. Ii will certain
ly do much TO increase the
wealth of the farmers Il they
take advantage of the oppor-
tunity Bristol Herald Courier.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20
SUBSCRIBERS are earnestly re

SUBSCRIBERS are earnestly re.
quested 20 observe the date
printed on their address slips,
which will keep them at all
times posted as TO the date
Of the expiration OF their sub
scription Prompt and timely
attention 10 this request will
save ali parties great deal Of
ANNOYANCE.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

The Nickels Grocery Co. is
particularly attractive these
days with the Yuletide decora-
lions Of holly and evergrcens,
framing all the windows with
their pleasing arrangement of
fruits and groceries The Nick
els Grocery Company is right
up to now"
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

We take pleasure in announc-
ing that any OF our readers can
secure a pretty vest pocket note
book and calendar by sending
four one-cent stamps TO d.
Swift & Cos Patent Lawyers,
Washington, d, G. In add
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

The board of visitors of the
new State normal school to be
located at Radford, met last
week in Richmond and passed
on the plans for the new build
ings. There will soon be $685.
600 available for beginning the
work, and the board hopes 20
get matters in shape for an car
ly starting of the work.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

Mr.. and Mrs. C. r. Wade,
Jr., of Big Stone Gap, Va will
come to Bristol to spend the
Christmas holidays with Mrs.
Wade's parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Marshal l.. Thomas, on the Sui
phur Springs pike.-Bristol
Herald-Courier.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

The amount of coal mined in
the United States in 1910, ac-
cording to figures OF the United
States Geological Survey, was
greater by 100000 tons than
the total tonnage which had
been mined up to the close of
the year 1871.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

The dwelling of w. B. Andis
was destroyed by fire last night.
No one was in the house, except
Mr.. Andis. The origin of the
fire is not known. When dis
covered the fire had gained such
Roadway that it was impossible
to do anything towards saving
the house or anything that was
in it. Mr.. Andis, who was in
the house, escaped by leaping
through a window.-Jonesyiile
Star.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

to develop q plan to counteract
the Back Home" call and the
demoralizing effect it is having
on immigration from the South.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

A merry Christmas to every
body
lou are a little late 1t you
maven done your Christmas
shopping yet
RIG Stone can merchants ore
10y '"s " ''n' "o''u"S ''"'' '"'S
'"
1t is becoming quite fashion
able now to roast the meat
packers.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

Entered according to postal regulations
At the pos,.oflco at Big stone Gap as soc
ond-class mAitor
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

Coal mining i'm Virginia has
made Important increases with
in the past generation. AL
though not a grcai coal State.
Virginia produced over six and
half million tons iu 1910 The
State is one Of tho earliest pro-
ducers, tho figures of the United
States Geological Survey show
ing small output as far buck
as 1892 In 1850 che production
was $4,000 tons, and at that
that time only Two States -tcod
above Virginia While other
States We're forging ahead, the
increase i'll Virginia was slow
until about 1895. when l,35s.324
tons were Produced In 1900 the
production was . ,Sq3.75f toms,
in 1908 it was 4,275,27l IONS;
and in 1910 it was 6,5O7 oa7
short tons, the greatest in the
state
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

Big stone Gap merchants ar,
having fine holiday trade thi,
year.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

1t is becoming quite fashion
able now to roast the meat
packers
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

a merry Christmas to every
body
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

Congress and the President
are busy again trying to put
each other in n hole.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

About time for you to get
your New Year resolutions ii
shape.
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20
THE BIG STONE GAP POST.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 30, 1911
The Big Stone Gap post. [volume] (Big Stone Gap, Wise County, Va.) 1892-1928, 1911-12-20

II costs a lot to be good
fellow" but it costs nothing to
be a good man.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
WoMAN's RELIEF CORPS ENTER,
TAINS

THE WOMAN'S RELIEF CORPS
held their annual tri-city sociable yes
terday afternoon at Memorial hail in
the court house over 200 tri-city ladies
attending. The afternoon entertain
ment proved a very delightful and en-
joyable affair. a short program was
given including a violin and piano
duet by Master Robert Pearce and
Miss Marguerite Schnitzer. a recita-
ton by Mrs. Hollenbaugh, a song of
her own composition by Mrs. Horst
kamp of Moline. A guessing contest
of missing words was held and the
first prize, a picture of George Wash
ington. was won by Mrs. HOrstkamp
OF Moline, and the second prize,
picture of Abraham Lincoln, was won
by Mrs. briggs of Moline. Following
the serving of a nice lunch the ladies
for a pleasant social hour
and quite a number remained over
for the evening entertainment of the
G 4 r.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
SOUDERsMORRIs.

MISS ANNA NJ. MORRIS, DAUGH-
ter OF Mrs Susan Morris of Sears and
Ralph II. Souders, son of DR.. and Mrs.
l. 3. Souders, 1925 Fifth avenue, were
married last evening at o'clock at
the home OF the bride. Rev. E T.
Mcfarland OF the Memorial Christian
church oficiated. using the ring cere-
mony, which was Witnessed by a COM
pany of so guests. Miss Charlotte Nc
Ginley and DR.. J. c. Eouders, brother
OF the groom, we're the attendants.
The wedding march from Msndels-
sohn was played By Miss Anna Bill
lesbach. The ceremony was followed
BY . wedding dinner. The decorations
OF the house were IN the wedding col
ors. pink and white, ribbons and flow
ers being used in the trimmings. The
bride wore champagne crystal silk
and carried 9 bouquet OF pink rose
buds. Her attendant wore pink mes
saline and carried pink rose buds.
AF, souders is q graduate Of the
local high school and attended the Uni
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
Social Events
WHITE SHRINE ENTERTAINs.

VASHTI SHRINE %, ORDER OF
the White Shrine of Jerusalem yester-
day afternoon and evening at masonic
temple entertained in an Official way
Supreme Worthy High Priestess of
the United States Mrs. Alice Humph-
reys Smith of Cleveland, Ohio. A
business meeting was held in the aft
ernoon beginning at 4 o'clock and
from 5 to a reception was held in
order to meet the distinguished guest
and beginning at $50 a banquet was
served, nearly 200 being present The
table decorations were very pretty,
runners of the national colors ex-
tending the length of the tables and
placed about the aboard were vases
hlled with tiny flags. The favors
We're little hatchets Following the
banquet the ceremonial work was put
on by the officers, large class includ-
ing representatives OF the Order of
the Eastern Star from GeneseO. Ale
DO. Andalusia, Moline, Taylor Ridge,
Milan and Coal Valley, was initiated.
Mrs. Smith was presented with a
handsome drawn work lunch cloth,
MRS. Lannie Taylor making the pre-
sentation speech. Mrs. Smith was en-
tertsined yesterday noon at luncheon
at the New Harper by Nobel Prophet
ess Anna Lieberknecht of Geneseo
and Nobel Shepherdess Nellie s
Humphreys OF Atkinson. While in
the city Mrs. Smith was the guest Of
Worthy High Priestess Vashti A. Boil
man. She left this morning for To
ledO, Ohio.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
MI-O-NA
Drives Distress from Upset
Stomachs in Five Minutes

Mona stomach tablets not only
cure indigestion but build up the ell
tire system and make the weak and
fraiI strong and vigorous. They are
guaranteed TO do so by the Harper
House pharmacy
They cause the glow OF health to
appear IN the cheeks and make the
eyes bright and sparkling. They chase
out bad blood and cause pimples and
sallow skin TO disappear.
Mona stomach tablets are such
wonderful stomach invigorators and
upbuilders that they are sold under an
agreement to return your money If
they do not cure indigestion or any
other trouble arising from an upset
stomach such as biliousness, dizziness,
sick headache, loss OF appetite, fer
mentation, nervousness, sleeplessness.
nightmare, etc.
And only so cents a large box az the
Harper House pharmacy and drug
gists everywhere.
Stomach trouble had bothered me
g long time. and though doctored and
used several remedies there was no
cure given me until / used Mona.
Il used 70 feel weak. bloodless and
depressed, but Mona built up my
health and made me strong Mrs.
J Newton. Bellevue, Mich.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
Y. L. A. MEETS.

THE YOUNG LADIES' AUXIL~
iary of Spencer Memorial Methodist
church held their regular month
~ business meeting at the home
of the Misses Ruth and Elva Ais
brow. 1923 Third avenue. After tran
sacting business the meeting adjourn
ed and a very pleasant social hour
was spent, playing games in which Miss
Sue Hill won a prize in a peanut hunt
and Miss Mabelle Crompton in a word
contest The hostess served a delight
full luncheon.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23

gladly accept the invitation of
The Argus and use this column in
the presentation of my claims for
support for the nomination for the
Office of mayor.
AS supplementing my formal an
nouncement, already placed in the
hands of the voters throughout the
city, I submit the following sugges
tons. which 1 feel deserve the en-
dorsemeEt at the primaries Of all
thoughtful citizens, those not hav-
ing special or wrong interests to
serve at the sacrifice OF the city's
real interests.
First, / believe sincerely in the
commission form of governm ent as
a means of giving the city an honest,
efficient economical and nonpartisan
business government, 10 which l am
pledged.
second. as a business man OF 30
years standing, ] may refer to my
personal record IS the best guaTan-
tee that, if elected, | shall give the
citizens what they want. a decent,
sane. orderly government, neither
puritauicaI in its severity or ia It's
intolerance of individual rights on
the one hand. nor permitting unre-
strained license or privilege or the
other.
Third. l believe in clean streets
and alleys. not for two or three
months of the year. but for 800 days
every year.
Fourth. ! believe the home own
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23

ers should be protected from burden
some exactions caused by special
improvements and smelling to heav-
en- of graft All street and park i'm
provements should be made by the
city and not by contract.
Fifth, l believe that a merit law
should govern all city employees, suf-
ficientIy strong to protect efficient
employees and sufficiently exacting in
its provisions to insure the exclusion
from the pay roll of the inefficient,
dishonest or otherwise unfit.
Sixth, l believe we should welcome
the investment of new capital, as the
city's welfare and futureI growth is
dependent upon its fair and liberal
treatment of investors, and there
should be the most liberal and posi-
tive guarantees that every dollar in
vested here shall be protected.
Seventh, l believe, and my word
speaks for itself in this regard, in
protecting and encouraging the man
Who works with his hands and brains,
as well as the capitalist.
Eighth. l believe in affording every
encouragement to our foreign born
citizens, and their rights should not
be denied them, because of misun-
derstandings or uniformed preju-
dices.
Ninth, I believe, If elected, it will
BE my duty to cordially cooperate
with the board of commissioners to be
elected, in every effort that may be
made to give the city an honest, de-
cent, and efficient government, and l
believe it is the duty of the voters to
select their commissioners with ex
treme care. The mayor, under the
new form OF government is not the
whole works" The commissioners
have large powers.
Tenth, and finally, will say that
am not the candidate OF any ring.
clique or faction, and / shall, If Sc
lected as your nominee. go on the
ticket, and if elected. I shall go into
Office absolutely unhampered as to
policies or patronage. except as here
in, or in my formal announcement
clearly expressed.
If this declaration meets with the
approval of the voters, l shall feel
IGNORED by being accorded their sup
port at the primaries.
I am a native OF the city Of Rock
Island and / have lived here all my
life and expect to live out my remain
ng years right here. | am known 10
Ill citizens. and the assurances of sup
port that have come to NE during the
asst 10 days. from all sections of the
eity. make me feel that, win or lose,
shall be satisfied with whatever de-
,ision may be reached by my fellow
,itizens They are all my good
friends, and l nope shall continue TO
Je, 70 matter how they may vote.
Sincerely,
JOHN P. DOLLY.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
ANNOUNCE ENGAGEMENT.

Mr.. AND MRS. l.. KRAMER AT
their home, 1908 Sixteenth avenue.
last evening entertained at a lunch
con is young ladies', at which time
announcement was made of the ell
gagement of their daughter Miss
Clara Kramer TO Homer H. Knapp.
The house was made most attractive
in decoration of pink and white, roses
and carnations being effectively used.
The faVors were pink satin brides
slippers filled with rice and 10 which
were tied with ribbons cards bearing
the names of Miss Kramer and Mr.
Knapp. The evening was pleasantly
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23

there till you take a club and swat
him over the head and force him 10
quit. OF course. there were criticisms
maligEiug Washington and his policies,
and this gave rise 10 political parties.
formed by squads Of men each with
their own belief on how the govern
mert should be run. Political parties
are necessary. and always viii be nee
essary. for the proper COnduc- Of the
government. Il Is p grand mistake TO
vote for men rather than parties It
WIS utter disregard for organized par
ty that brought about the disastrous
situation which today holds the atten-
tion of the nation. 1t IS a mistake to
disorganize parties.
MAN OF THE HOUR.
Lincoln was practical honest
man He was the man OF the hour in
The darkest hour OF the nations his
tory. lie arose at a time when the
people were divided against each 9th
er and did not know what they want
ed. I, was thought that Lincoln would
be unable TO summon up sufficient ex-
ecutfve ability TO control the affairs OF
the nation. But the world today knows
whose mind it was who directed the
affairs Of the nation at this time. You
men who wore the blue ar this time
know more about this matter than 7
and how patriotism was and is inspir-
ed in you by thoughts OF this great
emancipator and savior Of his country.
And you men in blue fought for the
principles which he stood for. and you
are responsible for the results. Your
names will be remembered by the fu-
tUre generations. You have builded
fer yourselves a monument which will
ever be an inspiration TO posterity."
Other numbers on the program in
Guided vocal selections by the Wenner-
berg quartet Of Augustsna college, a
drum solo by Robert Pearce with piano
accompaniment by Miss Spaulding. and
two original readings by Robert Rex
dale.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23

versity of Illinois, and is employed as
auditor in the auditing department OF
the Modern Woodman. His bride was
employed in the certificate depart
ment of the Modern Woodman and is
a graduate of the Aledo high school.
They will make their home with the
brides mother. From out of town the
guests were the Misses Roberts and
Carl Roberts, aunts and uncle of the
bride of Aledo and J. Abercrombie.
postmaster of Aledo, an uncle of the
bride.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
IN HONOR OF VISITOR.

MRS H. HORBLIT WAS THE
hostess yesterday afternoon at her
home, 1925 Fourteenth street at a
prettily appointed luncheon to a com
pany of Rock Island and Davenport
ladies as a courtesy to Mrs. Schlaeffer
of Omaha, Neb., who is visiting her
daughter, Mrs. NJ TaXman, Jr. Mrs.
Maurice Friend assisted the hostess
in receiving the guests. The after
noon was spent in a pleasant and in
formal manner, music being the main
diversion.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
T. n. J. CLUB.

THE T. H. J. CLUB WAS ENTER
tanned last evening at the home of
Miss Lydia Olson, 2705 Seventh ave
nue.. The evening was spent in a
merry way with games in which the
prizes were won by Miss Agnes Lit
tig, Miss Henriette Flanagan. Re
freshments were served during the
evening. The officers of the club are:
President-Miss Henriette Flanni-
gan.
Vice President-Miss Lydia Olson.
Secretary-Miss Edith Braithwaite.
Treasurer-Miss Catherine McMan
us
The club will hold its next meeting
with Miss Henriette Flanagan at 52S
TWenty-fourth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
Largest Attendance.

More people attended the services
at the First Methodist church last
night than at any other evening in
the week except Sunday. Rev. T. f.
Newland presided over the strongest
meeting which has yet been held in
the series and as a result a mum Der
responded to the call to lead the
Christian. life. A new feature of the
services is the after-meeting, an in
formal gathering which is held in
the Sunday school assembly room.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
WASHINGTON DINNER PARTY.

MISS MARTHA BREDAR AT
her home, 2723 Sixth avenue, last
evening entertained the members Of
the Art club and their friends at
Washington birthday dinner par
", covers being laid for 16. The
table decorations were daffodils and
tulips and the favOrs were little
hatchets and flags. Music and games
were enjoyed and the evening prov
ed a very pleasant one.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
Kahlke, C. Thompson and G. Kings
bury.
WIFE SEEKS A DIVORCE
Mrs. May johnson Charges Husband
With DeSertiOn.

Mrs. May Fl. Johnson OF this city
started suit for divorce this morn
ing, her petition being filed in the
Office of the circuit clerk by her at
torneys, Schriver & Schriver. 1t is
alleged in the bill that Gustaf +.
Johnson. the husband. has deserted
his spouse without cause. The cou-
pie married Aug. %. 1897, and they
lived together until Feb. Is, 1910,
at which time. it is alleged, the de-
PENDANT left the plaintiff.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
BOX SOcIABLE

TIE YOUNG PEOPLES SOCIETY
Of the German Evangelical church en-
tertained at a very pretty box socia-
Bile IN the basement OF the church last
evening Games and music were en-
toyed until q late hour after which
lunch was served. The prize In the
games was awarded TO Miss Nellie
Wsnke
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
AFTERNOON AT BRIDGE.

MRS. F. H. PLUMMER WAS THE
hostess yesterday afternoon at her
home, $50 Twentieth street at a
bridge party. Flags were used pref
lily in the decoration Of the home. A
company of IS ladies played the
games and the favors went to Mrs.
Henry Krell and Mrs. Tom Dolly. The
hostess served a nice lunch follow
ing the games.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
MONTHLY THIMsLE BEE.

THE LADIES or THE FIRST
Baptist church viii hold their month
ly thinble bee tomorrow afternoon at
the home Of Mrs. z. L. Msyall, 1903
Second avenue. The hostess will be
assisted by Ndms. S. J. woodin, P. II.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
Closed for Funeral.

Out Of respect OF the memory OF
John P. Van Patten, the Davenport
wholesale grocer, whose funeral
took place this afternoon the whole
sale house OF Henry Darts Sons
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
Kills a Wolf.

Orion, III. Feb. 28.-tspecisD-Les-
ter Mcdonald. living two and one
half mile northwest OF town, yester-
day killed a large gray wolf on his
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23

OF of
OF the
each
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23

farm. The animal is the first seen
this winter in this vicinity.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
New Lingerie Waists, $1.25 to $3.50

spent, musical numbers being given
by Misses Myra Bleuer and Della GET
ger.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1911-02-23
IF AM ELECTED MAYOR OF
ROCK ISLAND"

John P Dolly Announces Platform on Which He Stands.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1911-03-30
HOW ESTATE DWsNDLED.

How the estate q! c. aged woman,
who died without k:c. amounting to
s17, $3.50 was cscheateG &c Tie state and
has dwindled to So, ,5J553, was told Mon
day to the Court o; Appeals At Albany.
\. Y.
On January II, 1907, neighbors OF
Catherine Crimes. an aged woman,
found her dead il Ter room in Albany,
where she lived alone. Owen Malone,
an Albany undertaken, was summoned
and buried The woman. Among her
effects the undertaken discovered sew
eral savings banks books, and it sub
sequently DEVELOPED that the old lady
had left property agsregating about
$16,0
Through his attorney, George Add
ington, then district attorney Of Al
Lany county and ao1 county Judge,
Malone vas appointed administrator.
Although several alleged relatives put
in claims, Surrogate Van Derzee finally
declared Mrs. Crimes &c have died in
testate and ordered tie estate, which
had increased to SIG, 76G, paid over to
the state after claims had been paid.
Frederick ". Law, az executor OF the
estate OF John nolan, one OF the al
legged heirs, contested the surrogate's
decision aud carried TIE case to the
Court of Appeals. II the state wins it
will get only S3, ,353.