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Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12
Wins Fight for Life.

1t was long and bloody battle for
life that was waged by James B. Mer-
shon, of Newark, N. j., Of which he
writes: 81 had lost much blood from
lung hemorrhages, and was very weak
and run down. For eight months was
unable to work. Death seemed close
on my heels, when / began, three
weeks ago, to use DR.. Kings New
Discovery But it has helped me
greatly. It is doing all that you
claim" For weak, sore lungs, obsti-
nate coughs, stubborn colds, hoarse-
ness, la grippe, asthma, hay-fever or
any throat or lung trouble it's su-
preme. SOC and $100 Trial bottle
free. Guaranteed by J. c. Perry.
Journal Want Ads Bring Results
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12
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The railroad commissioners left
this morning for Baker, Ore, where
they have a case pending.
Archie Brown and wife, who have
hop farm near Independence, are
in the city today on business.
]. L. Folk, Of Oak Point, drove
over this morning with his mother
and sister to do some Christmas
trading.
William Branchfewer an infuen-
tial farmer of Yamhin county. &c IN
l'the city on business.
Professor Crawford, prominent
dairyman of zena, drove in this
morning in company with his two
daughters, Marie and JOY, to do their
Christmas buying.
Mrs. John SCHNEIDER, who lives on
one of Polk county's fine farms, is
visiting relatives in the city.
John Simpkins, of Hopewel, old
time butcher and feed store man is
in the city on business.
R. A, Southwick, prominent poul-
try man of Polk county, delivered
number of fat chickens to waiting
customers this morning.
John Hanke, of Fruitland, is in
! fha offx- h,,of,n..
w. H. Rogers, well-known mer-
chant of Victor Point. is in the city,
purchasing additional Christmas
stock.
w. F. Kaplinger, an influential
farmer, living east of the city, Is
meeting old friends on the streets to-
day:
F. X. Moisan, rancher, of Brooks,
is spending the day in the city with
friends.
j. A. Taylor, a business man of
Newark, N. j., is admiring the Will
lamette valley and salem-hls first
visit.
w. NJ, STROBE a former resident OF
F, North Salem, who purchased fine
farm near Shaw last fall drove over
this morning with his wife and
party of friends, to do their Christ
mas trading. Mr.. Strobe is one of
the prune growers who made good
this year.
H, Mcmillan, registering from
London, England, is stopping at the
Bligh.
c. V. Sale, who has charge of
large hop yard near Turner, is reg
istered at the Bligh.
A. G. Holden, hop buyer, from
Portland, is in the city furthering the
interests of his business.
]. H. Bohannon, retired lumber
man, of Independence, returned yes
terday from an extended trip through
nine of the Southern states and parts
OF Mexico. Mr.. Bohannon says that
hNNNA lONOu Nn6
valley half so well, and asserts that
1t is the only place to live. He was
accompanied on his trip by his wife,
who shares his views.
The Grey Eagle Captain Jones,
sailed with cargo of lumber for In
dependence this morning.
Donald Bolter, who lives In East
Salem, has been spending the week
visiting friends and relatives at In
dependence and Monmouth.
Mrs. T. II. Goddard, OF Mil City,
is visiting in Salem.
County Clerk R. d. Allen and wife
have been having little outing on
their farm near st. Paul, Oregon.
Miss Hobbs, secretary to the gov
ernor. returned from a visit 10 Port
land this morning.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. A. White are
visiting in Portland today.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12

No. 1, Vol. As OF the Congression-
al Record reached our table and
waste basket this morning. II is a
dandy publication, and useful in
klndllng the fire of love in the kitch-
en- stove and other works of neces-
sity. It is Joe Hummer for per-
sonals, but its ad columns are shy.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12
A Charming Woman

is one who is lovely in face, form,
mind and temper. But it's hard for
woman to be charming without
health. A weak, sickly woman will
be nervous and irritable. Constipa-
ton and kidney poisons show in PIN
pies, blotches, skin eruptions and a
wretched complexion. But Electric
Bitters always prove a godsend to
women who want health, beauty and
friends. They regulate stomach, liver
and kidneys, purify the blood; give
strong nerves, bright eyes, pure
breath, smooth, velvety skin, lovely
complexion and perfect health Try
them. SOC at ]. c. Perry.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12
A Physicians Report on
tuberculosis Medicine

"Have used Eckman'a Alternative In
several caaes Of tubercuar glands OF the
neck, with excellent results every time.
In one case II cost me $50. for the girl
was put on II only until she could ar
range to be operated, and IN short
time an operation was not needed,
suppose your records are Just as hno az
OF old You know my faith In H."
EckmAn'a Alternative II effective In 9TH
or forms. Read what Mrs. Garvln says
Idaho Falls, Idaho
"Gentlemen; have gained twenty-five
pounds since last February and my baby
n In perfect health. She Ia now four
months old. | have been waiting since
she was born to see how | would get
along. l am now doing all my work,
have been ever since she was -four weeks
old, and l am steadily gaining. | do
not cough or raise anything ut all. ]
believe my lung trouble Is cured
(Signed Adldavlt) MRS. NJ H. GARVIN.
Note-MrH. Garvin is the mother Of sew
en- children.
Eckman's Alternative Is effective IN Bron-
chItlH Asthma. Hay Fever; Throat and
Lung Troubles, and IN upbulldlng the
system. Does not contain polaona, oplates
or hablt.forming drugs. Ask for booklet
OF cured cases and write to Eckman
Laboratory, Philadelphia, Pa, for more evi-
dence. For sale by all leading druggists and
j. G. Perry, Salem. Oregon.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12
win The Comlng Of Middle Age

There is a letting down in the physi-
cal forces often shown in annoying
and painful kidney and bladder all
ments and urinary irregularities. Fo-
lev Kidney Pills are a splendid regu-
iating and strengthening medicine at
such a time. Try them. H. Jerman'
Red Cross Pharmacy.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12
Great Singer Dying.
LIMITED PRESS IEAsEp WIRE. J

Paris, Dec. S-Edward De Resseke,
brother of Jean de Resseke, and re-
garded by many critics as the great
est basso of his generation, is report
ed to be dying here today. Resseke
is afflicted with heart disease.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12
A DreadfuI Mound

from a knife, gun, tin can, rusty nail,
fireworks, or of any other nature. de-
mands prompt treatment with Buck
lens Arnica Salve to prevent blood
poison or gangrene. It's the quickest,
surest healer for all such wounds, as
also for burns, boils, sores, skin erup-
tions, eczema, chapped hands, corns
or piles. 25ce at ]. G. Perry.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12

Journal Want Ads Bring Results
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12

II you are troubled with chronic
constipation, the mild and gentle Of
feet Of Chamberlain's Tablets makes
them especially suited to your case.
For sale by all dealers
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1911-12-12

DR.. Miles Laxative Tablets taste
like candy and work like a charm.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
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STORIES
WORTH READING.
Same for All of Them.

Weary from her long stretch of
work, says the New York Mail, the
stenographer sought her September
solitude among the healthy hills of
Halehearty. The advertisements had
attracted her Halehearty was describ-
ed as the best, the prettiest, finest, and
everything-elsest spot in the wide
wide world.
Tell me- she said on her first
day, when she met a staunch old relic
of the district, what is the death rate
in Halehearty?"
The local walking advertisement
nodded his head reassuringly.
"Won'erful steady, ma'am-wondar-
full steady" he replied. "One death to
each person, right along!"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
For Letters of DismiSsion.

.GEORGIA-Sumter County.
Whereas, L. G. Council, Executor of
John Hooks, deceased, represents &c
the Court in his petition duly filed and
entered en- record, that he has fully
administered John Hooks, deceased
estate: This is therefore to cite all
persons concerned, kindred and cred.
itors, to show cause, if any they can.
why said Administrator should not be
discharged from his administration,
and receive letters of dlsmission on the
first Monday in December, 1911.
JOHN A. COBB Ordinary
SIC 20 30-pd
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

The Savannah News roasted the
Girl in Taxi" and intimated that
the ladies in the audience had nerv-
Gus commissions through the shock to
their finer sensibilities. The Tampa
Tribune says no lady down there had
any reason to blush over the perform
ance. 1t says the play offers very
refreshing and entertaining treat for
theatre goers.'
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Administrators Sale.
'ORGTA-Sumter County.

GEORGIA-Sumter County.
By virtue of an order granted by
John A. Cobb, ordinary of said County
allowing the sale of the following de-
scribed property. viii be sold before
the court house door in Americas, Ga,
within the legal hours of sale on the
first Tuesday in December, 1911: Lot
of land No. 81, in the End District of
Turner County, Georgia Same will be
sold for purpose of paying the debts Of
the estate Of Mrs. L. M. Howard and
distribution among heirs. Terms, cash.
J. w. HOWARD,
Admin. of Est. Mrs. l.. M. Howard.
16 90 30-Ch
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
WANTS TO KEEP VARDAMAN OUT
OF THE SENATE.

Mississippi is again stirred up. The
fssna once moro fs the Same old fs-
-na Of y-.rdor,ar vor5..,o,, d,,,.,
-,
''+'' = mo ~ 0o.1',L.' '''0'' GAG 7'''',
poS'uon hohe a4'ltA does o. oid' I"
Georgia, and hat Ben IllInan once
filed in South Carolina. Those cD-
nosed to him are bitterly opaosel and
.,, e-,......- -.... ... r,,o
d 'i-7- % q '- -o-s ~ ''''''' ''-'..'
Acco.- .2g - the reports lAal n'"
come from tie capital OIL MLas'79Ipp'
aena.oI-9-c-J 'a--~A'ah' "eSl'''g MS
overwhelming '-Adlca'loh al ylI' i-"'','"
.ol tac people last August NiI7I ~
was siyen a maJoII,! I'll 'A0lS' u ~
.0o0 over MS rivals "e97' ;, / ''o' anu
Alexander, Will not be alI1"eu "
take has seat ID the h"IIo"di Oois 600
without another contest III " ii'o-,' il
lis expected. his puDIlc acl' DIS "o'-
.eTnor VIII be sboJ-cleu 10 " sea- o'1Iiio
2nd LaT-ieacAiL7 SCI u'iilS' Ali' VII
come in the nature OF civil SUITS COY
eriug the various lunds at MS CONF
maud during his term Oh once P'--i
suit to be independent OF the olneF'
1t would appear that those o2''S-
ing Mr.. Nardaman through the avenue
of proposed civil SUITS are H., man
ing the smallest effort to conceal 'N%l-
intention. as the matter IS common
property. Those VINO profess TO pe IL
close touch with the movements u
those fighting the Ex-Governor ue-
clare that these actions only await
such moment as lesaI SCI VIC O"'
be obtained in Kinds county on lne
Senator-elect, and that then they VIII
be pushed with all possible speed
with the OBJECT Of uISpo9lIis VI 'i'''i'
before the ne" legislature coH'ene9
in January The present legislature IS
strongly authoritarian, while inc
incoming body Will lean gust DIS much
the other way. The statement IS "lS'
made that State Accountant Mooi T
may be called before the present leg
islature for further examination ana
report, in which event 1t is helu do
not unlikely that some action ADVERSE
to the Vardaman interests may De un-
dertaken,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Every Morning Except Monday.

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vance.
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8 cents per line
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

We all know the panic that follow
ed Hoke's election We all remember
how cotton dropped and how turpen-
tine went to 81 cents" OF course
this is from the Valdosta Times. Too
bad that if Little Joe" should be re-
elected the cotton crop and the tur-
pentine crop will all have been sold
before the resulting rise in prices
comes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

The Triton Gazette, after twenty
years Of espousing the cause of South
Georgia for high state offices, declares
that henceforth it proposes to support
the best man for office, irrespective of
sectional lines" If any South Geor-
gian wants our support" says that
paper, he must demonstrate his fit
ness for the position" One might in
fer from that fitness" has not been
the guiding rule in the Gazette Office
in past campaigns.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Nailed.

Householder-Here, drop that coat
and clear out!
Burglar-You be quiet. or I'll wake
your wife and give her this letter I
found in your pocket.-N. Y Mail.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
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Nina IrvingD
All aboard for Jupiter,
For Venus. and for Mars,
With side excursions on the trip
To several famous stars.
No danger. ladies-take your seats
This is the Milky Way,
And sinking yonder in the West
Behold the orb of day
Here's Vega. which the mariners
Take observations by;
And there's the solid silver moon,
The lighthouse of the sky.
Upon your left Orion swings,
Who hunts the Bear all night;
And on your right the Dipper hangs,
Secured up and shining bright
Ten minutes for a little stroll
On Saturn's largest ring,
And five to see the Gemini
Perform the Highland fling;
A pause to view the glittering length
OF Berenice's hair,
And back we 20 to earth again
All out at Union Square!
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

The Pensacola News well puts it in
this fashion: Harmon and victory
or Wilson and defeat?" One thing is
certain, there is reason for gratitude
that the Wilson bureau in Georgia did
not succeed in forcing him on the
country as the candidate of the lead
ing state of the South.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

The interviews so far appearing in
print all indicate a general realization
of the fact that Woodrow Wilson's sun
set last Tuesday. A good man, n
many ways, but largely theorist, I'M
tried and inexperienced, and just a
trife too eager for the nomination.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

An effort is being made to revive
the hoopskirt. The Tampa Tribune
says it won't so. AS it looks at it We
now build forty story buildings on less
ground than it took our grandmothers
to turn around on.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

We will await with interest Col.
George Harvey's explanation in Har-
peI's Weekly as to why the Republic
can victory in New Jersey is a con-
yincing proof of the strength of Gov.
Wilson ana another strong reason
why he should be the national stan
CaId bearer.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

There does not seem to be any wild
burst of enthusiastic approval of the
action of Gov. Smith in pardoning
Rawlings. Georgia is weary of this
persistent pardoning of noted murder
ers and other criminals. Heaven
knows life is unsafe enough in Geor-
gia without making it more so.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

Has anybody ever heard a squeal
from farmers who raise their own
meat and supplies? asks the Whining
ton Star. No farmer from war times
till now has ever been known to be
down in the mouth if he raised some
thing to eat while raising something
to sell
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Music Hath Power.

Was your daughters musical edu-
cation a profitable venture?"
You bet! l bought the houses on
either side of us at half their value"
Judge.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

The Savannah Morning News hay
ing stated that the rod is seldom used
in the public schools of that city" the
Valdosta Times is lead to remark that
this explains "one of the things We
have often wondered about" Evident
ly the Times believes that sparing the
rod spoils the city.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

President Taft will have to find
something to disguise the empty din
ner can. On the eve of the Presiden-
tial election year An exchange won
ders what the thunder will be his
next stunt to keep the can from rat
Ting. Can Taft tie the CAM"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

1t is pointed out that despite the
charge that competition is throttled
there is an enormous increase in the
number of business concerns in this
country year after year.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

Will this suffragette business breed
a race of female perjurers? 1t has
been officially decided in California
that women must give their ages in
registering and swear to them. Once
the women get control of the legisla-
ture this offensive provision will I'M
doubtedIy be abolished.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

An exchange says that when all
the people become tired of politics
there will be no more democratic gov
eminent inthis country. Some polite
ians make people tired but they are
not tired of politics, and never will
he"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

DR.. Cook has secured a large farm
in Washington state and will become
a wheat grower. 1t pays to discover
the North Pole.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

Ohio will be a great battle ground
next year. Harmon can probably de-
feat Taft in their home state. The in
dications are all that way.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Answered.

The Rector-Now Molly, would you
rather be beautiful or good?
Molly-Id rather be beautiful and
repent-Punch.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

Never give up a good motto,' re-
baked the Wise Guy. Yes, but you
must get it first" added the Simple
lug
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

1t is the triumph of hope over ex-
perience that induces a widower to
marry again.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
4 Sure One.

"Reggy has a new attachment on
his airship."
What for?"
For debt. "-Philadelphia Evening
Bulletin. >
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Petrifying.

She-Oh, professor! l saw such
funny old fossil in the museum today
! thought of you at once.-Judge.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Perfectly Safe.

Il should think you'd be afraid to
let your boys run your automobile?"
"Oh, no; l have it insured. Elk.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Americus, Ga. November II, 1911

Champ Clark says the election news
was simply glorious. Nothing like
feeling jubilant over a mighty little.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
!. verdi pagliacc' trovatore,
Enough,

Il don't see why he wants to marry
her, he has only known her a week.
That's the answer. Houston Post
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

The more man can eat the more
he'd think it was gluttony for anybody
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

Some grass. widows IRE old enough
to be hay widows
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
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O Carmen jadlowher dalmores
O lucia seNtntta bizet;
0 dipueI caruso dolores.
Gicc0uda. 0 andTe-caplet.
O cont. O canes tettrazin,
0 SCOTT mascagni farrar
@ gadsEi busoni pucciri,
Calye constantine maquar-e
Al. verdi pagliacc' rovatore,
Aida fremstad meyerbcer;
Pol rlancon-and that tells the stoE
The opera season is here.
H. f. Porter in Life.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

A new song has its refrain in these
thrilling lines:
After Woodrow Wilson takes his
seat,
It won't cost US half as much to
eat"
1t s certainly to be hoped we will
not have to wait that long for a drop
in prices. Few of us expect to become
muti-centenariains.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11

q must brush the cobwebs from my
BRAIN
Then you ought to get a vacuum
cleaner. "-Baltimor American.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
Slim Chance for Her.

A missionary who was making his
way through a backwood region came
upon an old woman sitting outside the
cabin. according to the National Mag
azine. He entered upon religious
talk, and finally asked her if she didn't
know there was a day of judgment
coming.
Why, no." said the old lady 81
hadn't heard O that. Won't there be
morn one dya?"
NO. my friend; only one day" was
the reply.
We'll, then" she unused, q don't
reckon I can get to go. for we've only
got one mule, and John always has to
go everywhere first"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1911-11-11
OFFICIAL ORGAN:

OFFICIAL ORGAN:
City Of AmerIcus.
Sumter County.
Webster County.
Railroad Commission of Georgia Fol
Third Congressional District.
y. S. Court Southern District OF
Georgia.
The Meeker herald. [volume] (Meeker, Colo.) 1885-current, 1911-01-14
DID HIS BEST
Hs Followed lHstruetIsnss ~ ei,s n.
suit Was Very olesourauj0s.

Hs Followed instructions. ~ ~ n.
suit Was Very plsseuraujeS. =
There was man who Kept 4 small
draper's shop and who had an assist
ant who was new to the business. One
day an old lady came In and asked for
some silk. The youthful assistant show.
ed her some, saying:
1--WE can do this for you at o.. Cd. u
yard"
The master then came forward and
said:
"I'm surprised At you showing this
lady stun Of that quality. Take II
away and put 1t back ON its shelf"
Then. turning to the customer. he said:
"You must excuse my assistant.
madam-he IL new to the business. But
II you will allow me I will show you
something very superior"
He went away and returned, bring
ing the same piece Of silk. This,
madam" he said, lis very. superior
article. los. cd. yard. II 1t we're not
for the fact that I bought It some time
ago we should have to charge you IL
shillings, for, as you are doubtless
The Meeker herald. [volume] (Meeker, Colo.) 1885-current, 1911-01-14
New County onscer.

Thu only ''tenderfeet' appearing
at the county ''pie counter" Tuesday
were Mrs. Lyttle, the now county So
pertntendent, and DR.. Sam French,
new county coroner. All the other
county Officers are veteran holdovers,
namely, Commissioners Baker, Rus
sell aud Con, Treasurer Tsgert, Clerk
Scott, Assessor Bills. Sheriff Ellison
and Surveyor Dan Moog.
The new bunch were received In
ONCE In proper style. Peace and bar
mony prevails In the Rio Blanco
county court house, and thin paper
believes that every body will work
for the welfare of the county for the
next two years ss far as their abili-
ties permit =,