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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02
LATEST HAPPENINGS THE WORLD
OVER TOLD IN ITEMiZED
FORM.
EVENTS HERE AND THERE
Condensed Into a Few Lines for tho
Perusal Of the Busy Man
Latest Personal lnfor-
nation. NJ '"S->


The Sutherland amendment, which.
II Is expected. will accomplish the de-
feat of the resolution for the direct
election OF senator's, was adopted In
the United States senate by vote OF
90 to 81. The senate also agreed that
the final vote on the resolution as
whole should be taken on February 2S.
Without any recommendation what
ever the finance committee ordered
the Mccall bill, which Is designed to
carry out the Canadian reciprocity
agreement. reported to the United
States senate. The vote against a
recommendation was to g. and to re-
port il without recommendation the
vote was unanimous.
The new United States-Japan treaty
of trade and navigation was ratified
after a two-hour executive session OF
the senate on the understanding that
Japan will not impose coolie labor on
the United States.
The lie was passed and one blow
struck when Representative Mondell
of Wyoming and Delegate Wickersham
of Alaska became involved In heated
debate on the floor of the national
house Of representatives over the leas-
ing OF coal lands In Alaska. Both men
apologized to the house for their Wig
orous language and ungentlemanly
conduct.
Congressman Hull OF Iowa In his
farewell speech to the house OF repre-
sentatives at Washington, urged the
necessity OF experimenting the United
States with a reserve force Of 100000
men.
The question OF the validity OF the
election OF William Lorimer OF Illinois
may possibly go over to the next ses-
sion Of congress, as his foes In the
senate have succeeded In blocking all
attempts to Ak a date for vote on the
matter.
William Lorimer OF Illinois denied
in a senate address that he purchased
or authorized the purchase OF votes In
the Illinois legislature TO encom pass
his election. Throughout his speech
he strove 10 make II plain that the
Democratic votes which enabled him
to get his senatorial seat were given
him as the gifts of lifelong friend
ship.
The pulp and paper clause OF the
Canadian reciprocity agreement was
defended before the finance commit
tee of the United States senate by
John Norris, chairman OF the paper
committee OF the American Newspa-
per Publishers association.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02
TIE inability to Gay no"

There are hundreds OF people who
nve been kept comparatively poor
u their good nature, and this is not
De invertebra to good nature of the
hsan who can say NO for fear of
What the other fellow would think, but
~ Tar more devastating quality OF
nj beans able to say No" because
4 VIM make one feel 10 uncomfort-
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

70 FOR Price
1 Fevers, COMPOSITIONS, Inhammations.. ..... II
. Worms. Worm Fever. or Worm Disease. %
3 Collie. Crying and wakefulness OF Infants rs
A Diarrhea, OF Children and Adults ........s.25
Coughs. Colds, Bronchitis. ...................25
. Toothache, Faceache, Neuralgia IS
o Headache. Sick Headache. Vertigo. .........15
10 Dyspepsia. Indigestion, Weak Stomach. as
n Group. Hoarse Cough, Laryngitls ............25
IA Salt Rheum. Eruptions, Erysipelas. .........25
rs Rheuma tism. or Rheumatic Pains ......... 20
10 Fever and Ague, Malaria. ...................25
~ Piles. Blind Bleeding. External, Internal IS
IS Catarrh, Influenza, Cold in Head ...........25
30 WhoOping Cough. Spasmodic Cough ......25
81 Asthma Oppressed Dif1cult Breathing .....25
~ Kidney Disease, Gravel Calculi ............2 10
2S Nervous Debility, Vital Weakness .....1 90
30 Urinary Incontinence, Wetting Bed 75
- Sore Throat. Quinsy and Dphthera 25
~ Grip, Hay Fever and Summer Colds IS
Sold by druggists, sent receipt of price.
HUMPHREYS HoMEo MEDICINE CO.. Corner
william aud Ann Streets. New York.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02
Personal

Rev DR.. Rogers Israel, for IS years
rector OF st. Lukes church, Scranton,
Pa, was consecrated first bishop Of
the Protestant Episcopal diocese Of
Erie
The regents OF the University Of
Michigan announce that r. p Lamont
of Chicago has offered the university
26 acres OF land, subject TO the mort
gage thereon, for use by the observa-
tory.
Prof. T. N. Carver, the Harvard
economist and sociologist, in a state
ment published opposes the recent
argument for large families made by
President Emeritus Charles w. Eliot
OF Harvard
Charles ID. Norton. secretary TO
President Taft. will be vice-president
OF the First National bank of New
York upon his retirement from the
flce he now holds. 1t is understood
he position has been offered 10 htm
and he has accepted II.
President Taft was the guest OF the
Masonic fraternity in Alexandria, Va.
Nearly all Of the grand jurisdictions OF
the country sent representatives to a
convention. the purpose of which IL
to raise funds for the erection OF q
Masonic memorial to George Wash
ington, in Alexandra. which is but q
short distance from Mt. Vernon.
Before q gathering Of high preiates
and 700 priests. RI Rev. John Ward,
u D.. vas consscratsd bishop Of the
1ssvsawovth diocese at Lsavsnworth.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02
Over Half-Century.

Humphreys Specifics have
been used by the people with
satisfaction for moro than 80
years. Medical Book sent free.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02
ce.opsration In Maine.

There Ia state store and various
Pomona and subordinate grange stores
in successful operation in Maine. and
the three grange fire assurances are
carrying risks Of more than $15,OOO,-
900 and saving for patrons in assess
ments more than 100000 annually.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02
Sound Fraternal Order
Knights of the Modern Meccabees
Make Excellent Showing.
Unique Features Of this Popular Home
~s-S Beneficial Society.

The annual statement Of the Life
Benefit Fund of the Knights of the
Modern Maccabees, Dec. 81. 1910,
makes a very good showing for this
popular home beneficiary association.
The assets total over $605,000, of
which upwards of $4,000 is real es-
tate. It's balance in the treasury, af-
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02
SCOTS Emulsion

is a wonderful food-medi-
cine for all ages of man
kind. 1t will make the
delicate, sickly baby strong
and well-will give the
pale, anemic girl rosy
cheeks and rich, red blood.
1t will put flesh on the
bones of the tired, over
worked, thin man, and
will keep the aged man
or woman in condition to
resist colds or pneumonia
in the winter.
FOR SALE BY ALL DRUGGISTS
Send loo name of. paper and this ad for our
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

Congressman Hull of Iowa In his
farewell speech to the house OF repre-
sentatives at Washington, urged the
necessity Of experimenting the United
States with a reserve force Of 100000
men.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

The pulp and paper clause OF the
Canadian reciprocity agreement was
defended before the finance commit
tee of the United States senate by
John Norris, chairman of the paper
committee OF the American Newspa-
per Publishers association.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

A permanent injunction has been
granted in Boston restraining the sale
by auction Of certain letters and man
uscripts written by the late Mrs. Mary
Baker Eddy
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

Send l0c.. name of. paper and this ad. for our
beautiful Savings Bank and Child's Sketch Book.
Each bank contains Good Luck Penny.
SCOTT & BOVINE, 4Os Pearl ST.. New York
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

States Attorney Lewman at Dan
vile, ILL.,, denies a story to the effect
that % indictments against vote sell
ers had been stolen. He said the
grand jury made a mistake In an
nouncing the number.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

After fasting for SO days for the
cure OF nervous breakdown, Miss
Ella Masterson Of ST. Paul has rec
commended such a course TO ailing
friends
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

The question OF the validity OF the
election OF William Lorimer Of Illinois
may possibly go over to the next ses-
sion Of congress, as his foes In the
senate have succeeded In blocking all
attempts to Ak date for vote on the
matter.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

Shippers won victory when the In
terstate commerce commission decided
that the eastern and western railroads
shall not advance their first-class
freight rates and must reduce their
second-class tariffs by March 10. The
commission shows that the carriers
are eminently prosperous and do not
need the proposed advance for main
tanning their credit.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

Count Apponyi. the Hungarian peace
apostle, was the target of a furious
demonstration by 800 Slavs at Chicago,
following his address. The police were
forced to use their clubs to rescue the
count from the crowd.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

Redrawn and amended charges Of
incompetency and official misconduct
have been preferred by Governor
Crothers of Maryland. against the
Baltimore board of commissioners Of
police.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

A loss estimated at 100000 wai
sustained at Donaldsonville, La wher
flames originating in the kitchen Of
the Nichols hotel almost destroyed
the business district Of the city
Three lives were lost.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

Final decree was signed by Federal
Judge Speer at Savannah. Ga, cover
ing the decisions and agreements that
have been reached in the litigation in
volving Capt. Oberlin NJ. Carter in
that district
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

The new United States-Japan treaty
of trade and navigation was ratified
after a two-hour executive session OF
the senate, on the understanding that
Japan will not impose coolie labor on
the United States.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

Fifteen passengers were injured in
the wreck Of Santa Fe train No. 2
the east-bound Los Angeles Chica &C
tourist flyer. The accident occurred
at Garcia, As miles west OF Albu
querque, N NJ.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-03-02

According to statement of Albert
Rosenthal, a Philadelphia artist, testi-
flying before the national house COM
mites during the hearings on the sun
dry civil service bill. Justice Harlan of
the United States supreme court has
never been able to save enough from
his salary to pay 81 900 borrowed when
he was married IS years ago.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
THEY FOOL THE FOWL.
Wild Duck Hunters In China Arc Willy
IN Their Methods.

Wild Duck Hunters In China Arc WHY
IN Their Methods.
A full grown Wild duck is one of the
most wary of all animals, and many.
are the devices of hunters in various
parts of the world to kill or to capture
it, There is one method of taking
wild ducks in considerable numbers
practccd in China and elsewhere in
the east which is sufficiently unknown
10 occidentals to prove of interest.
The natives see that a large number
of hi" llabushes. or gourds, shall al-
ways I've left tloating on the water fire.
quenlsl hy the birds till they come to
regard them as part and parcel of
their l,ortS.
The ,uck hunter chooses his time,
and. l.tting one of the calabashes,
with holes cut for his mouth and eyes,
upon his head he wades through the
lake, taking care to keep the whole OF
his body beneath the surface. He
cautiously approaches the unsuspect-
ing wild fowl and. catching one Of
them by the leg, pulls him with sud
den jerk beneath the water, causing
hardly more commotion of the surface
han the duck itself when 1t dives or
splashes or plunges for its food. He
wrings its neck under the water and
fastens 1t to his belt Then he deals
with another and another in the same
fashion till he makes his retreat,
equally unnoticed. with n whole CIR
dleful of captured wild ducks around
his waist.-Exchange
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
A Minor Consideration.

1t was often remarked by the rela-
tives of Uncle Gideon Dobbs that he
was most delightful person to whom
to confide cherished ambition or dis
play an achievement. Whether Uncle
Gideon understood fully or not, he was
always ready with sympathy, admira-
ton or encouragement.
When the family received the sum-
mons to inspect young Franklin Dobbs'
invention, the mysterious work which
had occupied him for nearly year,
Uncle Gideon was all enthusiasm. He
entered the room where the invention,
Il thing Of many small wheels and
bars, was placed on n heavy table.
stepped up to his nephew and wrung
his hand.
you've done something to be proud
Of. my boy" he said cordially. Look
at all those little wheels. e.cl in its
proper place and all running Ike clock
work. It's a perfect success, l.:y boy,
a perfect success. What's 1t forY'--
Youths Companion.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
SPIDERS WEBS.
Their Filmy Threads Have Wonderful
Sustaining Power.

Their Filmy Threads Have Wonderful
Sustaining Power.
The strength Of the spider and Of the
materials it employs is something al
most incomprchensible when the size
of the insect and the thickness of its
thread are taken into account. Recent
experiments have shown that single
thread of web made by spider
which weighed fifty-four milligrams
supported endwise a weight of four
grams, or seventy-four times the weight
Of the spider itself.
When, therefore, spider spins web
to let himself down from the ceiling
or from the branch of tree and we
see him descending without perceiv-
ing his thread at all we may be per-
fectly sure that he is not only in no
danger of falling, but that he could
carry seventy three other spiders down
with him on his invisible rope.
knowing this fact with reference to
a single thread, we need not be sur
prised that the threads of web, inter-
woven and re-enforced one by another,
have very considerable strength and
are able to hold bees and wasps, them
selves very powerful in proportion to
their size. and to bend without break
ing under II weight Of dew or rain
New York Press.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
FORGOT His Own Tonoue.

A traveller in arctic Siberia. Mr.. Van
derlip. gold hunter, told the follow
ing Of his return to civilization: II
found that half dozen Of the officers
and Elen Of the steamer which my en-
ployers had sent for me had come to
hunt me up. The captain dismounted,
and tried to address him in Russian,
bnt lie said. You forget that 1 speak
English Now, 1t may seem scarcely
credible, and yet 1t is true, that for a
few moments ! was totally unable to
converse with him in my native tongue.
! had not used a word Of 1t in CONVEX
sation for months, aud my low physic-
al condition acting on my nerves con-
fused my mind, and spoke jumbo
of English. Russian and Korak. It
was Il week before could talk good,
straight English again"
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
MAKING STEAM WORK.
Unfortunate Inventors Who Annotated
James Watt,

Unfortunate Inventors Who Annotated
James Watt.
James Watt took out patent on his
steam engine in 1860, but as far back
as 1913 there was a captain in Spain
who constructed vessel of 200 tons
and propelled 1t at Barcelona in the
presence of the Emperor Charles v.
and his court by an engine, the con-
struction of which he kept secret.
But an old document says that in 1t
was q monster caldron Of water and
that there were two movable wheels
on the outside of the vessel. The en-
l'eror was satisfied with its operation,
but the treasurer of the kingdom OBJ
jected to 1t, and so no encouragement
vas given to the enterprise. The poor
inventor. whose name was Blasco de
Guerrero. wearied and disguised at the
want of patronage, took the engine out
Of the vessel, and the secret Of the
machine was buried in his grave.
The incident was almost duplicated
in France a century later The IA
nous Marian de lOrme, celebrated
Frenchwoman, who lived to be 1874
years old, told in letter to an admir-
er, dated 1G41. of man confined in q
tnadhouse of Paris for urging that
.nythfng could be done by the force
Of steam. The mans name was Solo
mon de Coste. native of Normandy,
and 1t was because he had persistently
followed Cardinal Richelieu, imploring
him to take an interest inrhis inven-
ton. that he was put behind bars
Kansas City Star.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
FALLING cocoANurs.
Dew Malses Nest Of Them Drop F,em
tho Trees at Mint

Dew Makes Nest OF Them Drop EiUm
the Trees at Night.
ell the tropics when the cocoanut Is
wanted for planting" said an importer
Of the fruit. .'the nuts are picked up
when they fall from the tree where
they have hung for about fourteen
months in ripening. 1t is fact not
generally known that majority of
tue nuts drop at night. which probably
accounts for the sm,ill loss OF life by
cOcounuts falling upon the heads Of
the natives.
THE action of the heavy dew ut
night lOosens the seal with which ma
ture has provided the nut aud allows
il To fall. The nuts wanted for plant
placed under sheds. where they are
allowed 10 sprout before Planting in
order that good. healthy nuts may be
selected, thus avoiding the possibility
VI planting blind nuts that will not
spruut, In which case much time would
be lost In starting The carul.lut walks.
is the orchards are called When holes
are dug, about three feet deep and
twenty feet apart. the nut is carefully
placed therein and covered with about
4 foot of soil The hole is filled as the
sprout grows until the latter reaches
the surface. then it is left to itself. re-
Iuiring no further attention Should
the place where the cocoanut Is planted
be any great distance from the sea-
shore quantity Of salt is placed in
the hole. The plant will grow in lux
uriance, however. but u short distance
from the shore. nearness to salt water
being absolutely essential to its wei.
fare Washington Herald.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Diversity Of Language.

70. B. Taylor in his "Anthropology"
says: Language is one branch Of
the great art of sign making or sign
choosing, and its business is to hit
upon some sound as Il suitable sign or
symbol for each thought. Whenever
a sound has been thus chosen there
was no doubt reason for the choice,
but it did not follow that each Ian
slngc should choose the same sound"
Thus we have the root explanation Of
he great puzzle of diversity of Ian
guagc. Originally a matter Of sound,
language varies with the thing by
which it is suggested, and hence the
babel of tongues found in our human
speech
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Browning a Grsat IaIker.

IL Lord Hougllton talked more than
most people he certainly was eclipsed
by Mr.. Browning. who spoke louder
and with greater persistency than any
one have ever come across in my life.
Although had known him as q girl.
we did not renew our acquaintance
until after my marriage, when saw
Il great deal of him, as he constantly
came to our house. He dined with us
often and used to come and see me
generally every Sunday afternoon. He
was very agreeable and kind, and, al
though was never one of his devoted
followers and often told him had
never been able to read line of his
poetry. lie still continued his friendship
with me. think most people feared
rather than loved him-certainly men
did. but women adore poets, and they
worshiped Mr.. Browning.-From Lady
st. Helier's Memories"
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Health and Wealth.

Health is the foundation of the
worlds prosperity. Wealth is the re-
suit of the tolls of health. A strong,
enduring body is good capital to begin
business with. a sound mind and good
judgment add greatly to its value. Pos
sessed Of these, a man may earn liv-
ing and enjoy 1t when earned.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04

have one of the most com.
plete lines Of ready roofing in
Harrison Co. Stop in and
let us figure on that roof you
are going toput on this spring
Harry r. Newton Lumber &
Coal Dealer.
Sam'I Holmes, Manager,
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Potato Scenes.

To bake potato scenes sift cupful
and half Of flour with a half tea
spoonful Of salt and two teaspoonfuls
of baking powder and rub in three
tablespoonfuls Of shortening. Add one
cupful of light. freshly mashed pota-
toes, add one well beaten egg and
enough milk to make a soft dough.
Roll out half an inch thick, cut and
bake on n hot griddle or in hot oven.
Serve very hot. with plenty Of butter,
-suburbanite.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Lees Lice Killer and Gerlna
zone for chickens.
Robt. W. Harvey.
WILCOX FLOWERS

Wilcox, of Council Bluffs,
handles all kinds of cut
flowers. Designs in cut
flowers made to order in
short notice for weddings,
parties, funerals, and in
fact, no order too small or
too large. Telephone 90,
Council Bluffs, or call on
II. j. Hennessey, agent for
Wilcox. If
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Reliable Plants

We have the following list
of plants in stock and can sup
ply any order. We have
been in the plant business in
this county for the past thir-
teen years and our past reputa.
ton is a guarantee that we
give the best. Cabbage plants,
sweet potatoes and tomato
plants. If your dealer does
not handle them, call Hender-
son & Perkins, or phone 435 A.
Be sure that our card is on
each box. mis-
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04

Have you voted for your
favorite contestant yet? Re-
member The one that gets the
most votes will be awarded a
$1,000 Overland auto, by the
Missouri Valley Times. All
you have to do is to send your
money for subscription to this
office and state who you wish
to vote for and we will do the
rest. me
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Ponular snus.

Scotia physician says in this ar
ticle that music affects the circulation.
sic that made my blood boil.-Boston
Transcript.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
How He Felt.

Bcarit-Bullem has failed for half
million and his creditors will get about
fifty thousand. Lambleigh-How does
he feel about it? Bearit-Sore, of
course. Fifty thousand is lot Of
money to give up.-Exchange.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04

The Aid of the Christian
church will hold a food sale
the second Saturday in May,
the 18th, also the second Satur.
day in each month till further
notice. Pres.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Injury and Insult.

whats the matter with your wifel
She seems very irascible lately"
"Why, she was assisting at rum
mage sale and somebody sold her new
hat for 33 cents Washington Herald.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
Piles! Piles! Piles!

Williams Indian Pile Ointment will cure
Blind. Bleeding and Itching Piles 1t abb
serbs the tumors. allays itching at once,
acts as a poultice, gives instant relief.
Williams Indian Pile Ointment Is pre-
pared for Piles and itching of the private
parts. Druggists, mail soc and $l.O0.
WILLIAMS MFG CO.. Props. Cleveland. 0hIs
For sale by Doty & Peterson
and J. D. Brown & Son
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04
A Wise Guy.

"Gustav's letters to me are exceed
ingly dull and commonplace" said one
fair girl
Don't you know whyy responded
the other.
NO"
Gustav once served OH the jury in
breach Of promise case"-Washing-
ton Star.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04

For Sale-One mare twelve years old
broke single or double will sell cheap or
trade for calves. Also some Standard
Bred Barred Rock Cockerels. early
hatch at 75c each. Phone White 81.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1911-05-04

For Rent-A six room house with
good improvements, on First street.
rn5 b. Leet.