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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10
KEoKUK, IA.

Fire originating from burning flue
called out the fire department to the
home of Mrs. Anna Logan 1915 Morgan
street Sunday evening the fire was ex-
tinguisher before the arrial of the de-
partment, the damages are slight.
Friends in the city will be pleased to
know that Miss Frances Reeder, who
under went an operation for appende-
citis at St. Joseph Hospital has so far
recovered as to be able to be removed
to her home. II
Mrs. Margaret Stewart and children
Of Chicago ILL.,, is visiting at the home
Of her Parents the Rev. and Mrs. w. a.
Bruce 14O7 High street.
The home Of Prof. and Mrs. w. IL.
Jones of 1922 concert street has under
gone course Of reconstruction, q lovely
dining room kitchen and bath room.
With hot and cold water has been ad-
ded.
Mr.. Charles Alden, was Ft Madison
visitor last Sunday also Cornelius
Brooks and Irwin Buckner.
Mr.. Henry johnson has returned to
his home from st. Joseph hospital where
he has been receiving treatment for the
past few weeks.
Mr.. VIM. Coleman Of 1918 Morgan
street was on the sick list . few days
last week but we are glad to say at
this writing that he is now able to be
on the streets and attending to his
duties.
Mr.. Edward Raberson who conducts
the popular ice cream parlors at 18th
and Maine streets has been quite i'll
since our last issue but at present is
convalascent.
Mrs Pearl Buckner and Mrs Matte
Russ, recently visited in Canton Mo.
A wedding Of much interest because
of the popularity Of the parties involved
occurred at Burlington Iowa the 3Oth.
When Miss Lora johnson and Mr..
Eumanuely Proctor both Of this city
were united in the holy bonds of rnatri-
monial bliss. Their many friends de-
sire to extend congratulations and Join
in wishing them the greatest possible
happiness
We have been informed that the Rev.
Evans of Clarinda, Iowa, has accepted
the call as pastor Of the Union Baptist
church located at the corner Of 18th
and High streets.
Mr.. and Mrs. Jno. Thomas have
moved from their residence os South
18th street to the home Of Mr.. Henry
johnson on Bank street.
MI. Austin Freeman has gone to
Galesburg, Ill, to make his home with
his daughter Mrs. Sadie Waggoner.
4 There will be reception rendered the
Rev. "A. j. Brewer and wife the 7th
4 Inst. under the auspices Of the mission
ary society Of Bethel A. NJ. r. church
Miss Kittie Owens, president. Bethe
Ia NJ e. church have succeeded in pur
chasing the residence that was recently
4 owned and occupied by the late Davie
i a.. Kerr, situated near the corner 9.
4 4th and Fulton streets. The buildins
I was purchased for a parsonage and vii
be MOVED and located on the church 10
4 as rapidly as possible. The members q
| the building committee are to be con con
graduated upon their alertness in tn
transaction Of this purchase which ]
q regarded as a bargain, considering tn
8 cost of moving. s "
We were panied to learn that NJ
w. w. Fields, formerly Of this city j
sIill with typhoid fever Mt his home i
Quincy, Til. His many friends hero az
hopeful for a speedy reeov cry:
y Rev Burton, state Baptist missionary
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10
OBITUARY.

The funeral Of Mr.. Artemus G. Mont.
ague who died Monday evening at the
methodist Hospital was held last Satur-
day afternoon at three clock from the
residence Of Mr. and Mrs. John H.
Brown. The services were in charge Of
Rev. q. B. Taylor who was assisted by
Rev. T. G. Griffith. The sermon was
BY Dr.. j. G. Dulin, life long friend
Of the family. Music was furnished by
Mrs. VIM. Coalson. Mrs. s. 3. Bryant
and Mrs. w. e. Scott. The demise
leaves to mourn his loss a sister Miss
Mary Montague Of Los Angeles Califor-
MIA, number Of relatives and host
Of friends. Mr.. Montague was laid to
rest in Woodland cemetary by the side
Of his parents the late Mr.. and Mrs.
George Montague. The pallbearers
Messrs. G. W. Stanton Adam Dixon, p.
Arthur, J. 81. Brown Henry Warricks
and atty. J.. B. Rush. The floral offer
ings were many and beautiful.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

was at home last week spending few
days with his family. He preached ct
the Union Baptist church last Sunday.
Mrs. Georgia Caldwell gavo = Hallow.
e'en entertainment at Seventh street
Baptist church, which was quite we'll
attended.
Miss Marjorie Hobart gives fair prim-
ise of becoming one Of our future nau-
sicians. Along that line she is SEEM
ingly regarded as favorite an~sg tho
teachers in the public schools.
The length Of time in expediting an-
other jury trial caused = delay Il The
Roland murder case. It 10 nov sched-
uled to begin New. 9Th. Hon. Jnc. =.
Craig by appointment Of the court -
named for the defendant.
Mr.. Homer Twine was called - his
former homo in Louisiana, Ne, ~ the
sudden demise Of his father, particulars
Of which we have not yet learned. Our
sympathy is extended to tho bereaved
ones
Mrs. Sophia Rudd OF Edgewssl, No.,
is visiting her son Mr.. Andrew Scott
and family.
The appearance Of snowdakes Wa
quite visible here last Wednesday, >sefv-
ing as gentle reminder Of tho ap-
preaching wintry days
Mr.. and Mrs. Hampton Woodland have
sold their residence property on tho corr
ner of 18th and Morgan streets
Miss Gladys Brummel, granddaughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. A. "A. Bland, il quite
seriously i'll with typhoid fever At
Nashville, Tenn, where she il attend
ing college. Favorable information re-
garding her condition was received by
her grandparents last Monday morning.
Miss Gladys is Of sunny and lovable
disposition. It is indeed gratifying to
her friends to know that Indications
point toward recovery.
The members Of Bethel A. n. p.
church were highly aroused last Sab
bath morning, it being the first Sunday
in the month at which time the month
ly communion services and general
class were held. Rev. L. A. Joplin
preached to a splendid congregation,
one that appreciated his discourse and
good gospel sermon.
The choir is rendering good and well
prepared religious music. It is highly
spoken Of among the members.
The Sunday School is improving. It
is reaching out into many directions
and the results are grand. The Board
has adopted the naming Of the classes
instead Of numbering them.
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Mrs. JAS Shepherd has about re.

Mrs. Jas Shepherd has about re-
coverd from her illness and we are all
glad to see her out again. S.5
Rev. Woodland is q very happy man
to see the work on the tower Of his
church begun, 1t is hoped that the
work will be completed within a week
or ten days. .
The Y. NJ. G. a. is having granitoid
walks laid in front Of its main build
ing which will add greatly to its ap-
pearance. I VI.
The home talent show at the Opra
House MondaJ evening was very good
and they showed to a large and very
lappreciative audience. Leu Grainer
1.-THE Manager, who has travelled with
different shows for several years, show
led the people that he learned few
lpointers about the show business
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10
MOLINE GREETINGS.

Mrs. J.. p. Sims and daughter, Mrs.
Lewis of Des Moines, arrived in our
city Friday evening, and are now com
fortably located in the A. M. p. parson-
age. Let's heartily welcome them to
our city.
Miss Mabel Tarver departed Wednes-
day for Chicago, accompanied BY her
friend Mrs. Clara Smith, who was her
house guest week.
The o. u. i. 8. club entertained their
husbands and sweethearts at Hallow-5
Q ZEN party Tuesday night at the resi-
dence Of Mrs. s. Britton, 927 8. street j
The rooms were decorated with tghted
pumpkins, black and yellow crepe paper
and autumn leaves and berries. One of
the features Of the evening was the
guessing contests. Mr.. VIM. Make won
first prize for guessing the name Of the
club and Mr.. G. B. Walkup the BOBBY
prize. Mrs. B. w. Make won first
prize for guessing the number Of grains
Of corn in vase. Refreshments were
served later in the evening and all
went home reporting good time.
Mr. an Mrs. J. L. Jones, Mrs. James
Colquitt and Mr.. and Mrs. I. B. Tarver
were the guests Of Rev. asd Mrs. J. L.
Sims at q $3.50 dinner.
Mr. and Mrs. Marion Scott have
moved from 9th street to 1908 31st
street.
"A grand musical concert given BY the
young people for the benefit Of Ct.
Paulss A. M. E. church will be held
Thursday evening, Nov. 10th, ct Ma
sonic Hall, 18th street and Library
avenue The following program will be
rendered: II. .s5
h OPENING Chorus Alexander's IS Band.
NJ solo-H When They Gather in the
Sheaves,1 by Miss Hattie Settles.
Song g Ideal Of my Dreams, ~ BY Mr..
Louie Roleford's 8 Chorus. IA
Solo-HIf All my Dreams were
Gold, = by Miss Clara Curd.
SONG Mandy Lou. = by MI. An An
drew Long and Chorus.
Solo Red Rose, by Mrs. Alice
Garnett.
Son g--s1 When the Haxbor Lights are
Burning, n by Mr.. Harry Mako and
Male Quartette.
Recitation by Miss Myrtle Madison.
Solo Dreams, Just Dreams, y by
Mr. Roy Ford.
Song Billy, Z by Miss Isabelle Nor
gan and Chorus Of Girls.
Song g Down by the Old Mill
Stream, y by Mr.. Lawrence Tarver and
Chorus.
solo-Miss Mamie Richie.
song-ssOn Mobile Bay BY Mrs.
Garnett and Mixed Quartette.
Son sOh, you Beautiful Doll n by
Mr.. Louie Roleford and Chorus.
Song Land Of Harmony, q BY Miss
Isabelle Morgan and Chorus.
Closing SongstI'd Love to Live in
Inyeland, = BY Mr.. Roy Ford and
Chorus. ';$ .S
Mr.. and Mrs. Roy Ford entertained
Sunday the Misses Clara Curd and Clara
Tarver and Mr.. Harry Make.
Mrs. NJ. J. Madison is suffering with
4 snrainrd ankle.
Mrs. Bert Barnes and Mr.. Eugene
BRADSHAW received the sad news OF the
sI.daa'4a'. "a their sister in Kansas.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

The six o'clock oyster supper at union
congregational church Last Thursday
evening was most, enjoyable affair.
The music Of the new hoir under Chor-
lister E. Tracy Blagburn, inspired, and
enlivend last Sunday Is services. It was
the kind Of music needed to revive the
church. Excellent reports from the
rally were received in part and the first
Sunday in December has been fixed for
the closing Of the rally. It is hoped
that members and friends will vie
with each other in the effort to render
|creditable reports. Preparatory services
for Thanksgiving are under way, and
. splendid program is promised for the
three days preceding Thanksgiving, be-.
binning Monday evening, November
9th. On each evening a special pro-
gram will be rendered. Full announce
ment will be made in due time
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

losing his position as shoe cobbler at
the Monroe Mercantile company and
decided to end it all by taking his life,
which he did by placing rope around
his neck and hanging himself to tree
last Saturday night.
Leonard Coalker who was hurt in the
mine several days ago is improving
fast. Hes is out on cane at this
writing
On account Of rain the evening ser
vices were not very well attended at
the different churches last Sunday.
W. L. Perkins has . hne line Of
tobacco, stationery, bread, pies, cakes
and soft drinks in his place in the
north end Of the Post Office building,
call and see him.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

the city. 1t contained about twenty
rooms all nicely, furnished everything
was burned, then the burning Of Mr. /.
TX. Hutchinson's 8 new drug store build
ing. It seems that no one knows the
cause or origin Of any of the fires, yet
strong suspicion that it is the red hand
Of malice. Those guilty parties ought
to be apprehended and severly punished
for destroying the peoples property.
Most Of the parties will rebuild again
the general company store has already
rebuilt beautiful brick IRE proof one
story and basement store which was
formally opened while ! was here, the
grand opening was from three P. M. to
nine P. M. music was furnished by the
the Buxton concert band.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

Did you see Lee play the monkey in
the show last Monday evef
Some class to that quartette.
But that saxaphone solo by "Skeets y
was "Some pumpkin
"Cat' and Bill had great stunt.
A swell chorus.
The self Culture club met at the
home of Mrs. Anna Humbes last week.
All the clubs of the city have decided
to give giant bazan for the benefit
Of tho Phillis Wheatly Home in Chi
cago. The club meets with Mrs. I.
Wright next Wednesday.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

Our city will have the pleasre OF
hearing Dr. Booker T. Washington Sat
urday morning before the Iowa State
Teachers Association; also Clarence
|. Cameron White, the famous colored
yiolinist at Corinthian Baptist church; ;
Miss Mae E. Smith Of Cheyenne, Wyo.,
is song recital, who is 9 student IN
the Boston Conservatory Of music, and
Chas. Stewart in several addresses. SO
watch for the dates.
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MT. PLEASANT NOTES.

Rev. Eares of the second Baptist
church preached a very able sermon
last Sunday afternoon at the A. NJ. p.
church, which was greatly enjoyed by
all present.
Last Tuesday evening being Hal
low. 'een the funny people spent 9 very
pleasant evening at Straus Hall dance
given by o. Smith Of Kansas City.
Sunday October 80 pleasant Sunday
program was rendered at the ~. M. -.
church under the auspicious Of Rev.
Mrs. Thomas which was great success.
Sunday evening October Is the mem.
orial service was rendered by the a. n.
5E. choir in memory Of the late Bishop
Handy at tho a. N. p. church.
Last Sunday was rally day At the a.
M. E. church and quite neat sum
was received.
Miss Beatrice Picket returned last
Tuesday evening after an extended
visit in Honeyville No.
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Monday November 18th. Mr. Clarence
cameron White accompanist, Mr. Clyde
7. 1. GRIFFIT, Pastor.

We are sorry to note that Mr.. Joe
sorrell Of Buxton, who had broken his
Ia was brought to our city to the hos
nfal was better and taken out of the
hospital three weeks ago but he grew
Morse and was taken back again last
week to be operated on. His many
friends both in Buxton and this city
will hope for his speedy recovery.
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(N|DlERFuL RESULTS
On SHORT NOTICE

nave used your Pomade. Its the
n Thing ! ever used for making curly
= iie smooth. I have not finished
nist bottle. but can see wonderful
49,. writes Mrs, Louise E. Hayes Of
neville, s. G.
ly ford's Hair Pomade for harsh
aocoln and unruly hair and Ford's
a y mite Skin Lotion for the COM
.lon Ask your druggist for them.
we and get ths genuine lFord's)
lala actured by the Ozonized or
Company Chicago. III.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

To the Public; / wish to ask the
support Of the public in the entertain
nent to be given by Mr.. Clarence Cam
.eron White at Corinthian Baptist church
next Monday night. Mr.. White is our
most capable violinist and has recently
returned from Germany where he has
continued his studies for two years. ]
hope the Des Moines citizens will show
their appreciations by a large attend.
ance. In his visits to other cities he
Y being warmly received and / hope we
shall be encouraged in this effort to
furnish a high class entertainment to
she people Of the city. Mr.. White will
8pe assisted BY local talent {5
T. i. Griffith, pastor
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

Mrs. John McClain; asst. secretary, Mrs.
Q. G. Johnson; treasurer, Mrs. p. s.
Irwin; chaplain, Mrs. Geo. Patton; re.
porter, Mrs. John H. Brown; executive
committee, Mrs. 8. Joe Brown. Mrs.
Harvey Brown, Mrs. G. L. johnson. Mrs.
H. Il. Groves, and Mrs. J. H. Perkins.
Outlook committee, Mrs. VIM. White
field, Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Walter Ewing,
Mrs. Black and Mrs. ]. w. Campbell,
The next meeting Of the Womans
congress will be held in the above rooms,
the first Saturday in December at three
O'Clock, all the women of the city are
invited.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10
WHAT WOULDsYOU D0i

In case OF burn or scald what
would you do to relieve the pain!
Such injuries are liable TO occur IN
any family and everyone should be
prepared for them. Chamberlain's
salve applied on q soft cloth will
relieve the pain almost instantly. and
unless the injury is 4 veryzsex
will cause the parts to heal without
leaving q scar. For sale by all deal.
ere IA
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

The church rally last Sunday at the
Union Congregational Church was not
80 largely attended Sunday evening IS
vas expected owing to the rain. So it
was decided TO continue the rally with
the different tribes until the last Of
November, the last week Of November
ending with few days bazaar and
closing with a dinner on Thanksgiving
day
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

Nra Mary Montague formerly of this
city but now of Los Angeles California,
was called here last week owing to the
death Of her brother, Mr.. A. g. Mont
asue. Miss Montague will return to
Los Angeles next week. Miss Montague
has the sympthy Of many friends during
this the sad home Of her distress.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

On last Friday afternoon an organiza-
Mon was perfected in the rooms Of the
y, 70 N. G. a., by the club women Of
3,ne city. which is to be known as the
Women 3 congress, & after most in
seresting and instructive program con
listing " Of . touching solo by Mrs.
florence White followed by q most
Dsioquent address tWoman as q Home
,inder,' by Mrs. Adam Dixon and
leading Our Girls to Success = by
fls;J. w. Fields, the election resulted
the following officers being elected: ]:
esldent Mrs. Adam Dixon; Vice Presi-
af, Mrs. g. W. Stanton; secretary,
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10
! GOSPEL MEETINGS.

To the Pastors and Churches Of the
State of Iowa: 1 am at present open
to engagements to conduct Gospel Meet
ings this winter. If you desire my SER
vise,, write me early about the matter.
Address me Sioux City, Iowa, Lock Box
5O3. Respectfully, Rev. ,. +. Abner, D.
D., Pastor os Mt. Zion Baptist Church.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

The Corinthian Aid Society meet last
week in with Mrs. G. D. Brown. The
president urges all members to be pres
1ent as they have SO much sewing on
hands. Adjourn to meet next Friday
With Mrs. Frank Harris, 3112 N. Union
street.
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Billiards and Posl
29 West Third street
Luther H s. Brown, Prop.

A picnic party led BY Mrs. 3. Will
ilms and Mrs. j. Pierson ,of 121l park
ssrsst stormed The home offs Mr.: ana 1Atfrs.
G. Z. Petticrew monday evening Oct.
+ 80 large number We're present the
evening was spent in music games and
conversation. Some excellent solos were
rendered by maidens, after which q de-
fcious luncheon, consisting Of all the
delicases Of the season was served each
one departed for home at late hour
lpoftin delightful time.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10
rev. BRooKs COMING NORTH.

We have just received word from
our friend, Rev. w. Sampson Brooks,
formerly pastor Of the st. Paul A. M
p. church. who was located in Nash
vile, Tenn, that he has been trans,
ferred to the Missouri Conference and
is now stationed in st. Louis. No, at
old ST. Paul A. M. p. church, which ZIG !!
has a membership Of 1900 communl
cants. We congratulate Dr.. Brooks
He congratulates the editor OF the By
stander for having secured the ful!
control Of it and wishes for US great
success. 81
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

urs Ila Johnson returned home to
/. I,hsny Mo-, last week taking her lit
sIs daughter, Fay, who has been so very
M With the typhoid fever. She was
.;mprsyilg.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10
IITERARY NOTICE.

On account of the Declamatory Con
test on Nov. goth the meeting of the
City Literary Convention that was to
have been held on November 18th i
hereby postponed until Monday Decem
Der 4th at which time all delegates will
please meet at the residence Of Prof. W
II. Wanicks lOO6 18th stret as yprviously
arranged.
s. Joe BROWN, Chairman.
Mrs. ]. 3. RUSH, Sec.
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usual Sunday Services,

Preaching 1890 and 7.3O.
Sunday Schol, 12.OO NJ.
Morning Worship, "The need Of Mis-.
sionary Spirit. "
Visitors and friends welcome.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

Nrs. r. E. Patten and Miss nellie
( sILsftridge, Miss Iva Fayette, teachers
\ Enterprise, are in the State Teach.
~ Association, now in session in the
~.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1911-11-10

& AlA.rt walker Of Marshalltown, one
y tla leading young business men, was
!. ~ eity ! few hours Monday, he made
nie,s,st call ct the Bystander office.
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CITY NEWS.


rla Ladies Aid Society wer enter
49, IN & Nrs. William Essex November
s.S maeting adjourned to meet next
ss.t ~ With An. Forbs, 1881 Buchanan
stseAk
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FOR SALE.

Neat 8 room Gotta ce almost new. z
lots, $3.50. 500 cash and $40 per month.
2 room house adjoining and 2 lots Tor
$3.50. 500 cash and So per month.
A room brick house, 50 foot lot, So.
sth street, fnear Sevastopol car line.
$500. 800 cash ard $40 per month.
A dandy room house modern except
heat; barn. shade ard fruit. $2bOO. 90.
$500 cash, balance monthly payments.
Mathis Really Cenpa 81 sseSs Ssn'ss - Maple sas s'nA
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NEW ENGLAND CAFE.


NEW ENGLAND CAFE.
J, 1O14 Center Street
n. G. Brown, Proprietor.
Sunday November 12
MENU
5S Soup
Mulligatawny
\ Meats
Chicken with Noodles
Smothered Calf Liver
1t Vegetables
New Potatoes Creamed Corn
Salads
Cabbage salad with Mayonnaise Dressing
Dessert
Apple Cobbler with Wine Sauce
u Tea Biscuits y s
Tea, Coffee or Milk
VI Price 25 cents
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1911-08-13

ter's department. There have been
brought to the canal zone 43.432 Ia
borers, of whom 11,797 came from Eur
ope, and 19.44s from Barbados. and
the balance from the other islands of
the West Indies. About $12,0O0,00O
worth Of supplies are purchased an
nually, requiring the discharge of one
steamer each day. The commissary
has % general stores In as
many villages along the route of the
canal. 1t. is estimated that counting
the employees and their dependents.
$1,000 people are supplied daily with
food. clothing and other necessities.
A supply train of 81 cahe leaves Girls
tobal every morning at four o'clock
and distributes supplies to the stations
along the line.
, A careful estimate has been made
by the Canal commission of the value
to the commission at the present time
Of the franchise, equipment. material,
work done, and property Of various
kinds for which the United States
paid the French canal company $40,.
OOO. 900. 1t places the total value at
342, 1885.
There can be little doubt with the
progress that has been made that the
completion Of the canal before 1915 IL
assured and that it will give to this
country more glory than any other
of its achievements has since the Rev
Iolutionary war.