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The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10
A Terrible Situation

The condition OF the people in
China is most deplorable, both
famine and plague raging at once,
Those on the ground in the per-
sons OF missionaries, physicians,
and various other reliable parties
say that nearly two million people
are starving to death, while the
plague continues its terrible devas-
tations in other parts.
The American Consul, General
Wilder, cabled for aid last week,
asking that 100000 be sent by
wire. While conditions are already
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10
A Beautiful Woman

Must have a beautiful skin. DR..
Bells Antiseptic Salve removes
pimples, black heads, chaps and
roughness, leaving the skin smooth
Try II on our guarantee.
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10
Sutherland's Eagle Eye
Salve

Is the bess remedy ever offered
the public. II is snow whiun
ointment painless, harmless and
absolutely guaranteed 10 cure. At
all dealers. Csc a tube.
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10

to 1890 a. m, Agriculture 1000 a.
to 11.30 a. m, Adv. Science, 100
a. m. to 1890 p. m. Physiology 100
p. m. to 800 p. m, Pedagogy 2.3o
p. m. to 400 p. m, Adv. History,
$50 p. m. to 500 p. m.
JAMES l.. LYNCH.
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10

kins management in spite OF the
establishment Of two additional
normals in the state. Many new
departments have been added,
among the most important of
which il the department for OBJ
tanning positions for graduates Of
the schools.
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10
DR.. Hawkins Reelected.

Warrensburg, Mo-, March Cdr.
w. j. Hawkins, who has been presi
dent OF the warrensburg Normal
School for four years, was r~e-elect
ed to-day for a term az two
years.
The Warrensburg Normal has
steadily increased under DR.. Haw-
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10
A Cough

Is a danger signal and should not
be neglected. Take DR.. Bells Pine
Tar1Honey at once. II allays in
flammation, stops the cough and
heals the membranes.
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10
Pleased With Old Mexico.

Mrs. Frank Evans has returned
10 Marshall after a winter spent
in Texas and Old Mexico. II was
thought tnAl Mrs. Evans moth -,
Mrs. 1homas Lando, would re-
turn also, but she was too
well pleased with the location and
may remain sometime.
Mrs. Evans is greatly pleased
with the country and has had a
fine time this winter. She sent us
a delicious orange which she
picked on a farm adjoining her
fathers.
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10

DIR. @. Stanley Hall says there are
0 degrees of love-emotive, delus-
ion, fixed idea, rudimentary par
anoia, psychic neurasthenia, epi-
sodic symptoms Of hereditary de-
generacy and paychic emotive OBJ
session. How the victims must
sufferl
The Marshall republican., 1911-03-10

Par value OF shares------------SEvv;vo
No. OF shares In force now zZis
No. of shares borrowed on---- III
No. shares not borrowed on 1857
Rate Of interest charged borrow
ers W
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
Smith BOykin.

A pretty. though informal wedding,
was that of Mr.. Oscar Boykin and Miss
Minnie Belle Smith at the old Boykin
place Monday, April 3rd. The wedding
was a quiet one only the immediate
families and a few friends being pres
ent. Hon. Wood Cockrell performed
the solemn ceremony that united the
two lives.
Mrs. Boykin is the oldest daughter of
Mr.. James Smith and is a young wo-
man of much beauty, many accom-
plishments and of splendid character.
Mr.. Boykin is a young man we'll known
in the county for his fine charactertics.
The young couple have the good
wishes of a host of friends.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
The Study Circle.

The Study Circle met with Mrs. Gus
Minor, at the home of Mrs ]. F. Ames,
Thursday afternoon.
1t wa an afternoon with Queen Vic
toria and the following program was
carried out:
Response to roll call-Incidents in
the History of Queen Victoria's Reign.
Leader in Session Review-Miss Bes-
sic Price.
Sketch of Victoria's Life-Mrs. Wal
ter Patty.
Reading~-Kipling's Recessional-Miss
Mary Price.
After the program was completed,
delightful refreshments were served.
The meeting adjourned to meet with
Mrs. Henry Owens Thursday, Ap-il2O.
MRS. G. HARDIN, JR., Sec.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
Personal and Local Items

Mr.. Wallis Cooper was in town this
week.
DR.. Jamison, of Brooksville, was in
Macon this week.
Miss Mildred Minor is visiting rela-
tives in Starkville.
Mrs. T. j. Evans entertained at
whist on Thursday afternoon.
Mrs. c. H. Spessard and Miss Ethel
dra are visiting friends in Meridian.
Mrs. R. J. SOuthall, of Marion,
visited her mother, Mrs. Lucy Session,
last week.
Mr.. j. F. Shelton entertain ned quite a
number of friends with forty-two on
Wednesday night.
Miss Matte Brame will leave this
week for San Antonio, Texas, where
she will spend several months.
Misses Estelle and En- Patty, of
Bigbee Valley, spent some days in Ma
con this week, the guests OF Mrs. I. j.
Evans.
Mrs. James G.. Horton is visiting her
friend, Mrs. Hall. in Meridian. While
there she is the recipient of many So
cial courteSies.
Mr.. and Mrs. G.. NJ. Flynn, now of
Columbus, who are most pleasantly re-
membered in Macon, where they form
erly made their home, were the guests
this week of Mr.. and Mrs. N. H. Har-
rison.
News has been received here of the
death at a hospital in Atlanta, where
she had been for some months, of Mrs.
]. H. Anderson, of Fearn Springs.
Mrs. Anderson, who was a Miss Bell,
was a lady much loved and admired by
those who knew her, and her death will
be greatly mourned.
Col. H. H. Brooks. Sr., has returned
from a lengthy visit to his daughters in
Arkansas and Memphis. His health,
which has not been of the best for the
last wear, seems now completely re-
stored and he is looking splendidly.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
Drouth and Rain.

somewhere during the making of this
crop and when the present drouth is
broken we are liable to swing to other
extreme. Hence in either event,
''drovth or rain" it seems to spell a de-
layed crop. Nothing will Offset this
disadvantage more than quick maturing
cotton. | have left 500 or 600 bushels
of Cooks Improved seed. the most pro
life and fastest maturing by test. of
any. Not subject to antragnose. Spec
ial price on 100 bushel lots.
j. O, POINDEXTER.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
Notice to the Public.

After the first Of April l will be To-
Gated in the H 1t building formerly oc-
cupied by j. O. Faser's pool room. l
will continue to handle allIkinds of fresh
meats, and fish and oysters in season.
| extend thanks to my friends and the
public generally for your past patron
age and solicit a continuance, and when
you wish anything in my line come to
see me or ring AZ, and it will be deliv-
cred promptly. Respectfully.
w. S. STAGGERS.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07

Services at the Baptist church as
usual Sunday.
Sunday school at 10 a. M, z. T. Dor
rob, superintendent; preaching II a. m.
individual Investment for the Lord"
Matt. 2~5:14-3O; B. Y. P. u, 3:45 D. m.
Preaching 7:45. "Jesus Tasting Death"
Heb. 2-9
The pastor is endeavoring to enlist
every member in doing some personal
work.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
CHURCHES.
o

METHODIST.
Sunday school 10 a. m. Preaching
at IL a. m. and 7:45 p m. The Ep-
worth League Sunday at 700 p. m. in
the Assembly room of the Sunday
School. All who wish to join can do so
at this hour.
The members of the church are al
ways expected and visitors are cordial
ly invited to attend these services.
R.H. B. GLADNEY.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
EPISCOPAL.

There will be services in the Episco-
pal chur CHI on Sunday, April 9. Holy
ing prayer and sermon at 7:30 p. m. All
are cordially invited.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
ANNOUNCEMENTS

For District Attorney
H. H. BROOKS. Jr.
County Proceeding Attorney
d. +. ALLGOOD
For Chancery Clerk
THOS. J. WILKINS. JR.
JNO. A. TYSON
For Circuit Clerk
w. V. STEWART.
C, M. SCALES.
J.. O. FASER.
JAS. H. MURRAY
w. p. MINOR
For Sheriff
j. T. MCCLURE.
w. A. PARKS.
y. T. SARGENT.
w. H. HOLMAN
T.. Z. DANTZLER.
For Treasurer
JNO. b. COTTON.
LUCIUS COLE
]. H. HUBBARD
For Assessor
A. C. FAINT.
ROBERT C. PATTY. Jr.
T. E. WILKINSON
LEON DENT
For State Senator
WALTER PRICE
For Legislature
f. d. CAVETT
DR.. r. S. JAMESON
L. T. FREEMAN
JAS. w. JENKINSI
NJ. O'BYRNE
HENRY MINOR
w. S. PERMENTER
For Superintendent of Education
j. r. JACKSON
For Supervisor
A. p. McCASKILL
GEO. G. PAGAN
w. T. SHOWERS
District Two
A. H. BUSH
w. E. SKINNER
District tour
w. B. ROGERS
J.. f. SENNETT
Distict five
w. A. WALKER
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
or Stolen

from my place in Macon on Thursday,
March %, one black grade Jersey cow
about four years old; not marked. Any
information leading to her recovery will
be rewarded. [, =. DORROH
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
For Sale Cheap.

is horse power Otto gasoline engine,
1-2 herse power observation-disclosures gaso-
line engine. q Both i'll first-class condi
ton. ApplYto
l.. S. Shumaker,
Macon Wood and Machine Shop.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07

There will be an ice cream supper at
Mcleod Chapel Friday night, April
1Ath, for the berefit of the Cumberland
Presbyterian church. Public cordially
invited to attend.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07

The Ladies Guild will meet at the
residence of Mrs. T. S. Murphey or
Monday at 3 p. m.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07

Easter novelties in great profusion;
also marbles. rubber balls, base ball
goods and fishing tackle at c. L. Helm
rich's Crystal and China Palace.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
Mosby Corn.

Pure Mosby seed corr 81 a bushel, Sc
lected, shelled and delived in Macon.
G. B. CLEMENT.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07
Notice.

We offer Golden Ferns Lad, the best
brod Jersey Bull in the South, for use
to the public at a fee of SIS.
GEORGE RICHARDSON,
S-24-2m n. SCALES.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07

Have you seen Lamberson's $3.50
wool art square, size 9x12.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1911-04-07

Fifty bushels of speckled peas for
sale at 81 per bushel. W. P. Farrar.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02

said Claud Miller. Foreigners were ac-
customed 10 the much heavier machines
which are made abroad and 1t was only
after demonstrations over the toughest
roads TO be found which compared With
some American highways or boulevar IS,
that they could he convinced of their
ability to Withstand the roads shocks
H. L. Burchell, manager of the Oak
land branch of the Studebaker Company,
before the departure OF the Boston Red
SoX for the East. took them all for 4
three-hour ride in five EMF so
touring cars Iris Speaker the neavy
hitter of the team. and Capt Wagner
drove two of the machines, and finished
with clean scores.
The desires of the individual whose
income is $500 n year do not differ
from that of the millionaire" says R C.
Emerson. OF Emerson & Orme, who
handle Tie Regal 50 far as motor cars
so the man of moderate means must
of necessity keep the cost Of operation
always in mind"
When the present contract for horse
service in collecting the mail in Chica so
expires, it will not be renewed, accord
ing to the statement of Postmaster Cen
eral Hitchcock. He advocates the eX-
elusive use of motor wagons between
the central post-office and railway depots,
and combined with street cars and pneu-
matte tubes elsewhere.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02
KEYSTONE SKATERS MEET.
Literary and Musical Program N
Given at Pythian Temple.

The Pennsylvania Society was enter
tanned with a literary and musical pro-
gramme last night in Pythian Temple.
The programme included a piano duet
by Miss Bessie Van De BIGGEST and Miss
Mabel Clayton: vocal solo by Lewis
peihi: reading by Mr1 g. NJ. Brum-
baugh: violin and piano selection by
the Misses Belt; soprano solo by Mrs
Alonzo Tweedale; reading by Mrs. Emily
Frech Barnes; selections by a quartet,
composed of Mrs. Louis Hoover, Miss
Flora Briggs, William Stephenson, and
F. l.. Crilly; contralto 500 by Mrs. A. E.
Zahn. and a song and dance by Miss
Lila Smithson.
The society has been divided into
groups of fifteen, each group having
charge of one meeting. The group in
charge last night was composed Of Frank
l. Crilly, chairman; Mrs F. L. CriIly,
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas s. Cadwalader
S. D. Caldwell. Mr.. and Mrs. A Y. Casa
nova. Mr. and Mrs. NJ. /. Britain, Mrs
Katie ]. Bright Charles z. Brown, Miss
NJ. /. Buckley, William r. Bncher, Will
lam E. Burlington; and Mrs. Rebeeca d.
Byers.i
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02
DO NOT ABUSE BATTERY.
Plenty of Attention Will Yield
Satisfactory Service.

No amount of attention or care in the
charging OF a battery viii compensate
for abuse in discharging it A battery.
though inaninate. requires certain
amount of consideration. and il given
reasonable treatment will give satisfac-
tory service.
This is a fact which cannot be denied,
as the careful drivers do not get this
satisfaction An electric car should not
be driven fast up a hill any more than
a horse should. II you can go around
a hill instead OF over IT do 1t. by all
means-it is worth your while Don't Try
to drive fast all the time; If you do.
do not complain when your machine
shows premature age-its life was very
short and swift.
rough road should be taken slowly
and carefully. if not for personal COM
fort at least to prevent cracking jars and
shaking down more active material than
necessary from the plates.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02
SOME GOOD TIRE ADVICE.
Overlooking Of Car Will Cause
Worse Trouble.

See that the size OF the tires Is in
keeping with the weight OF the machine
and the load it is likely to carry.
IL one OF your tires sustains a cut
to the extent of exposing the fabric, an
emergency hand or patch should be ap-
piled at once
Before pronouncing the tire defective
be sure that 1t Is at fault. and not cut.
punctured, OF its condition due to an
accident received in service. for which
you are responsible. 1t is an actual
fact that the giving out Of IS per cent
of all tires. barring accidents. Is due to
neglect or misuse by the owner
Do not drive in the ruts or bump the
side of the tires against the curbins or
nayementS.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02

D. r. Arthur IIooc has purchased a
stOddard-Dayton 20. four-pasSenger car
from the Barnard Motor Company.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02
FIVE SENATORS IN FAMILY.
Mrs. Blaine Elkins, of West Virginia,
Enjoys Unique Distinetion.

Fairmont. W. Va, April Ia distfnc-
ton that Is probably uneQualed by any
other woman in the world is that en-
joyed by Mrs. Blaine Elkins. Before
her marriage she was Miss Mary Kenna,
daughter OF the late United States SEN
ator John E Kenna- Her uncle. Hon. w.
f. Chiffon. Of Charleston. Is nov United
States Senator. Her husbands brother,
Hon. David En<ins. was United States
Senator, as was her husbands father,
bands grandfather. ex-senator Henry
Gassaway Davis In other words. thG0
have lbcm Eve Seaatass = IN fauli8.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02
Total Mileage 6s2,55O, 900.

It is estimated that if the 49,, 900 motor
cars produced in the United States dur
ing 1910 should travel on an average Of
ten miles a day during the present year.
the total mileage would be sc, 55o, 900. or
- .So2 times as far as the distance around
the world on the equator, or over seven
times as far as the sun Is distant from
the earth.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02

William \. Mess has purchased a War
II foadS,cr. G. R. Kramer
4 torpedo touring car Of tho same make
while the Warren Motor Company. which
handles III" car has also sold torpedo
roadster to Dr Jesse Shoup.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02

The United Motor Washington Company
has sold Columbia Shaft-drivcn electric
TO Miss Miner. Il model | Maxwell to
w. r. Boss. and model Q OF the same
make to ". r Baum.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02

y. y. St"itzman. of the Simplex Motor
Car Company. is in the city as the guest
Of tn" Wilson Company. local representa-
tivcS OF the AmplCX.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02
Watch Cut in Casing.

Never allow a cut in the casing to go
without immediate repair. Moisture and
dirt will surely enter and weaken the
exposed fabric. The tire in itself is a
great study. and by properly caring for
it. you will be amply repaid with added
comfort and pleasure to your motor trips
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02

L. w. Gilmore, OF Paterson. y. j., has
Joined the sales force of the Imperial
Motor Company He will devote his time
10 selling. White trucks.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02

The ZcI Motor Car Company has de-
livered a Chalmers SO foredoor. TO T.
y LOCfflCr.
The Washington herald., 1911-04-02

is that he is the son or heir OF man
who left him sufficient funds with which
to purchase and keep q motor car.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1911-10-10
NOTICE. OF ASSESSMENT.

Notice is hereby given that there
is now on file in the office of the
City Clerk Of Keokuk, a Plat and
Schedule showing the lots and par
cells of land subject to assessment
the owners thereof and the amount
TO be assessed against each of said
lots or parcels of land, for the fol-
lowing improvement. to-wit: An
tile sanitary sewer through
the alley in Blocks so, Il, 70 and IS,
commencing at the east side of Sew
enth street and connecting with the
main sewer at intersection of Third
and Des Moines Streets, City of Keo-
kuk, and that all objections thereto
and to the prior proceedings on ac-
count of errors, Irregularities or in
equalities must be made in writing
and filed with the City Clerk within
twenty days from the 7th day of DC.
tober, 1911, OF the same shall be
held waived.
o. W. sANDBERG,
City Clerk.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1911-10-10
MRS M'ELRoY GIVES
FINE ENGRAVINGS
History Room of Grammar School Has
Received Two Historical
Frames.

The history room of the Grammar
grade OF Washington school, has been
hung with two handsome, steel-en-
graved pictures of historic worth, the
gift of Mrs. Mary B. McElroy, widow
of the late David w. McElroy, the
latter part of last week. One of the
pictures is that of George Washing
ton and the other presents four sepa-
rate plates of historical views. The
pictures we're received by Principal E.
s. Patterson, with the thanks of the
history students of the school and the
addition to the other engravings, will
always be highly valued.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1911-10-10

the event the charming success that
IT was. The menu, perfectly arranged.
was relished heartily by the large
group of enlivened church men and
the scenic picture produced by the
gathering, was gladdening.
Rev. Geo. c. Williams invoked the
blessing Of the Lord on the sumptuous
menu and assembly. During the
courses, an orchestra furnished ex-
cellent music. The menu served, fol-
lows:
Tomato bullion
stewed chicken with butter dumplings
Cranberry sauce Apple salad
Mashed potatoes with gravy
Coffee Tea rolls
Celery Pickles
Ice cream and cakes
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1911-10-10
THREE FIREMEN
WERE OVERCOME
FIRE IN Burlington Building Nearly
Ends IN Fatality When Pipe
Was Melted,

BURLINGTON, Ia, Oct. 1o.-Three
nremen were overcome by smoke and
gas and about three car loads of hay
and straw damaged by fire and water
In fierce fire in the basement Of the
W. j. Thul building, corner Of Main
and Market streets yesterday. The
flames We're confined to the cellar and
the upper part of the building was
damaged but slightly. Mr.. Thul es-
Inmates his damage at about $1,000,
fully covered by insurance.
The firemen who were Frustrated by
the gas and smoke are:
Ben Taylor and Harry Chambers,
taken to the Central station, and G. F.
Mcclellan taken to his home. Taylor
and Chambers were quite sick but raj
lied in an hours time McLellan's
condition was more serious, but he is
reported recovering rapidly and will
no doubt be able to resume his duties
tomorrow.
fire had been controlled and were
working in the basement putting the
finishing touches on their work. The
lead connection on gas pipe had
been melted off by the fierce heat
and the escaping gas coupled with the
smoke, was the cause of the firemen's
undoing. II was necessary to carry
Mcclellan out of the basement, but the
other men were able to stagger ou
without assistance. The remainder o
the firemen who had heroically plung
ed into the basement to battle The
flames were more or less indisposet
/ but stayed on the job until the DANCE
was completely over.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1911-10-10

in the city hall at an adjourned meet
ing and number of applicants for
situations in the fire and police de-
partments were put through the ques-
lions both written and oral, PROFOUND
ed by the board The board of civil
service commissioners is composed OF
Jesse e. Baker, chairman, James
Cameron, Sr., and Burton Wilkinson.
Those taking examinations for fire
department positions and the grades
resulting from their tests were: F, e.
Reynolds, 81 per cent; Frank Vanden-
doel, 70 per cent; w J. Miller, so As
per cent; VIM. o. Burris, 81 1-5 per
cent.
Police applicants were: Jos, E.
Young, 76 2-5 per cent, Chas. H. Gray,
rs per cent; Carl Dean, 1871 per cent.
Two of those examined failed to
pass the examinations.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1911-10-10
Cat Makes Home In Church.

black cat has made home for
herself and family beneath the organ
In st. Paul's church, London, and all
efforts to dislodge her have failed.
The cat has been in the habit of at
tending church for the past two or
three months. Occasionally she ap-
peared at Sunday worship, but was
more frequently In the habit of slip
ping in on week days when the care
taker was busy. Time and again the
cat has been sent away, but now that
she has family to look after the diff
culties of eviction are increased Evi-
IDENTIFY she prefers the comfort of the
church to a precarious existence out
of doors. and troubles little that she
and her nursery might cause dis
location in the mechanism of the or
gan.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1911-10-10
Parrot ErIahtened Burglar.

The cries of oliver Twist, South
American parrot, which was awak-
ened the other morning by thief
prowling in the home of his mistress,
Mrs. M. Osburn of San Francisco.
while she was absent, frightened
away the burglar after he had gath
cred up articles worth s2S The
watchfulness of Oliver. however, prob
ably will result in his martyrdom, as
the thief, angered at til, interruption
of his work. seized the bird by the
neck and twisting 1t cruelty, flung him
through mirror In the dining-room.
When Mrs Osburn returned. Oliver
was found on the floor in an ex.
hnusted condition, while an open rear
door and the condition of the room
gave evidence of the burglars hasty
fight.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1911-10-10
MERCHANDISE CANDLES
HIT BY MINISTER'S
ottumwa Pastor Does Not Think
Much of the Merchant Who Thus
Dlsposes of Goods.

OTTUMWA, Oct. 1o.-The Minis.
terial association yesterday took &C
ton in its meeting that presages
something doing in the places where
gambling devices are used. The min
listers classify punch boards, lotteries.
raffles, games of chance, ETC., and all
of the various means used today In
merchandising that have the element
of chance about them, as pernicious
and not conducive to good morals.
The matter came UP in the form Of a
resolution which was adopted without
any dissenting opinion. The meeting
was also featured by the reading of
an excellent paper on the st. James
version of the bible by DIR. R. A.
Montgomery.