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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
SKYSCRAPER OF 2,ooo FEET
New York Engineers Say That Is
Limit for Safety-Structure of
1870 Stories Possible.

New York.-An Office building 1000
feet in height may become a reality
here in the near future as the result OF
possibilities revealed by recent inves-
legations. Such a building would be
nearly three times the height of what
is now the tallest in the world and
twice as high as the Eiffel tower,
which is merely Of skeleton construc-
tion
With the erection of the 700-foot Met
ropolitan tower, 1t was thought that
the limit had been reached under the
present building code. But construc-
ton has already begun on an office
building rising 4S feet higher, and the
latest investigation shows that the
maximum safety height for such build
ings at present is 1000 feet.
Such building, to conform with the
requirements of safety, would only
have to have base 200 feet square to
stand on, and now that this fact has
been brought to light there is talk
of an office structure of 100 stories.
While it, of course, would not rise
1000 feet above the street level, it
would double the height of the great
est skyscraper now existing and serve
to demonstrate the value of buildings
of heights never before attempted.
While the increasing, value of real
estate makes height a prime considera-
ton, the problem of transportation in
such building would be a serious
one. The only legal height restriction
at present is that no structure shall
have a weight of more than Is tons to
the square foot, and 1000 foot high,
200 foot square building would come
within this limit.
There remains then only the solu-
ton of the elevator problem to bring
to New York a building nearly half a
mile in height and capacity of hous-
ing 10000 workers.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
u. S. CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINA.
TIONS.

A competitive examination under
the rules of the u. S. Civil Service
Commission for the position of Clerk
Carrier in the post office, Alma,
Mich, will be held on September 30,
1911, commencing at o'clock a. m.
Applications for this examination
must be made on the prescribed form,
which, with necessary Instructions,
may be obtained from the Commits
sioner's local representative, Mr..
Elihu L. Brown, at the Alma, Mich,
post office, or from the undersigned.
Applications will not be accepted
unless received by the undersigned
before 4:30 o'clock D. m, on Sept. 81,
1911. All persons wishing to take
this examination should secure blanks
and fill them out at once in order to
allow time for any necessary correc-
tons.
PETER NEWTON,
Secretary Civil Service Board,
18th Floor Federal Bldg,
Chicago, Ill.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
KANSAS GUARDS FARM NAMES
Five-Acre Land Owners May Copy
right Nomenclatures Given Farms
Popular In johnson County.

Topeka, Kan.-The new law permit
ting farmers to copyright" their farm
names is proving very popular in
Johnson county, Kansas. The Law is
intended to benefit fruit growers. II
provides that when a farmer deposits
81 with the county clerk he may reg
lister the name of his farm and that
no other farmer in the county may
use the same name A farm is de-
fined as a tract of five acres or more.
Thus, the address "Roselawn, John
son County" will mean that the mail
is intended for Clement Swank, who
owns a 6O-acre tract just south of
Olathe.
If you desire to write to Mrs. Anna
M A. Showers Of Spring Hill town
ship, direct your letters to Pioneer
Place" She is living on one of the
oldest farms In the county. Her son,
George is to be found on "Westmore-
land Place" Harry Klussman of
Lenexa got in before the rush and
was able to corner the name Sunny
Slope" Several others desired it la
ter, but Mr.. Klussman has 1T cor
nered for all time, so far as Johnson
county is concerned. Mrs. Carrie
Gierhardt hitched up and drove TO
Olathe and filed on the name of Fair
view" for her 71-acre tract before
any other could get it.
No one opposed Mrs. Mary Fosters
right to the name "Oak Grove Farm"
when she requested it. Several
showed a fancy for it, but as her
farm had been known by that name
40 years they all withdrew in her
favor.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
SIX YEARS UNDER A CHURCH
Diver Is Given Silver Rose Bowl for
Arduous Labor Under Cathedral
Scheme Cost $4,000

London.-The dean and chapter Of
Winchester cathedral, Hampshire,
have presented to w. r. Walker, a
diver supplied by Messrs. Siebe. Cor
man & Co. of London, a silver rose
bowl as a memento of his six years
work beneath the cathedral. Working
in about 20 feet of water, Walker had
to remove the peat and seal down the
water in the gravel below the founda-
tons by means of bags of concrete
and concrete slabs. This work has
been carried on in darkness, and
those responsible for the preservation
scheme have had to trust entirely to
the conscientiousness and skill of the
diver, as they could not inspect the
work. The scheme, which has cost
over 100000, is now nearly COM
pleted
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14

ORDER FOR PUBLICATION -- APPOINT
MENT or ADMINISTRATOR
State of Michigan the Probate Court for the
County of Gratot.
At session Of said court held at the probate
office in the village of Ithaca in said county, on
the 2lst day of July, A. ID. 1911.
Present, Hon, Isaac 5. Seaver Judge Of Pro-
bate
In the matter Of the estate Of Reuben Holiday
decreased.
Alice Holiday, widow of said deceased hav-
ing filed in said court her petition praying that
the administration of said estate be granted to
Alice Holiday or some other suitable person.
1t is Ordered, That the 21st day of August A. ID.
1871 at ten O'Clock in the forenoon, at said pro
bate Office. be and is hereby appointed for hear
ing said petition,
ii is further ordered that public notice thereof
be given by publication of a copy of this order,
for three successive weeks previous TO said day
of hearing, in the Alma Record a newspaper
printed and circulated in said county.
ISAAC : SEAVER
A true copy. l690t4 Judge of Probate
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14

ORDER FOR PUBLICATION - APPOINT
MENT OF ADMINISTRATORS.
State of Michigan.
The Probate Court for the county of Gratiot.
At a session of said court, held at the Probate
Office in the village of Ithaca in said county, on
the 2ist day of July A. ID. 1911.
Present. Hon. Isaac 5. Seaver, Judge of Pro-
bate.
In the matter .of the estate OF Amanda NJ.
Hicks deceased.
Dora Hicks. daughter of said deceased,
having filed in said court her petition, praying
that the administration of said estate be grant
ed to c. A. Hicks or to some other suitable
person,
IT Is ORDERED That the 2lst day of August
A. ID 1911, at ten O'Clock in the forenoon,
at said probate office, be and is hereby appointed
for hearing said petition.
IT Is FURTHER ORDERED That public
notice thereof be given by publication of a copy
of this order for three successive weeks previous
to said day of hearing, in the Alma Record a
newspaper printed and circulated in said county
ISAAC 5. SEAVER,
true copy Judge of Probate.
i6g0t4
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
ATTACK LIKE TIGERS.

In fighting to keep the blood pure
the white corpuscles attack disease
germs like tigers. But often germs
multiply so fast the little fighters are
overcome. Then see pimples, boils,
eczema, saltrheum and sores multi
ply and strength and appetite fail.
This condition demands Electric Bit
tiers to regulate stomach, liver and
kidneys and to expel poisons from
the blood. They are the best blood
purifier" writes c. T. Budahn, of
Tracy, Calf, 81 have ever found"
They make rich, red blood, strong
nerves and build up your health. Try
them. soc at RHODES DRUG co.
Wheaton & Son.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
County Drain Comnissioner
of the County of Gratiot

ORDER FOR PUBLICATION-NOTICE OF
HEARING CLAIMS BEFORE COURT
State of Michigan, the Probate Court for the
county of Gratiot
In the matter of the estate of Reuben Holiday
late oflthe City of Alma, Gratiot county, Mich
igan. deceased.
Notice is hereby given that four months from
the 2lst day of August A. ID. 1911 have been al
lowed for creditors to present their claims
against said deceased to said court for exam
ination and adjustment, and that all creditors
of said deceased are required to present their
claims to said court, at the probate Office in the
village of Ithaca in said county, or before the
2lst day of December A. ID. 1911, and that said
the Fist day of December A, ID. 1911 at ten
O'Clock in the forenoon.
Dated August 2lst D. 1911.
A true copy ISAAC S, SEAvER
SEAL Judge of Probate
l6q3t4
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
EiuhtY-Bushel Wheat.

Chico, Cal.-The threshing of 400
varieties of grass has been completed
at the governments plant introduce
ton gardens at this place. Some va
rieties of wheat yielded at the rate of
80 bushels to the acre. This is about
twice the average yield of common
wheat in CALIFORNIA; grain growing
district. The varieties producing most
heavily are Frietes and Chul wheats.
II. F. Blanchard is the expert in
charge of the experiments. The propa-
cation and budding of deciduous
fruits are now being followed Corn
breeding is also under way.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
A KING WHO LEFT HOME

Set the world to talking, but Paul
Mathulka, of Buffalo, N. Y, says he
always KEEPS AT HOME the King
of all Laxatives - DR.. Kings New
Life Pills and that they're a bless
ing to all his family. Cure constipa-
ton, headache, indigestion, dyspepsia.
Only Csc at RHODES DRUG CO.,
Wheaton & Son.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
A DREADFUL SIGHT.

to II. J. Barnum, of Freeville, N Y,
was the fever sore that had plagued
his life for years in spite of many
remedies he tried. At last he used
Busklen's Arnica Salve and wrote; sit
has entirely healed with scarcely a
scar left" Heals Burns, Boils Ecze-
ma Cuts, Bruises, Swellings Corns
and Piles like magic. Only 25 cents
Rhodes Drug Store and at Wheaton
& Sons.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
ORDER FOR PUBLIcATIoN-NoTIcE OF

ORDER FOR PUBLICATION-NOTICE OF
HEARING CLAIMS BEFORE COURT
State of Michigan the Probate Court for the
County of Gratiot
In the matter of the estate of Amanda NJ
Hicks late of the City of Alma i'm said
county deceased.
Notice is hereby given that four months from
the FIST day of August, A. ID. 1911. have been
allowed for creditors to present their claims
against said deceased to said court for eyamina-
ton and adjustment. and that all creditors of
80 id deceased are required TO present their claims
to said court at the probate Office in the village
of Ithaca in said county, before the 2ist day
of December A. ID. 1911, and that said claims will
be heard by said court on Thursday the 2lst dav
of December A. ID. 1911 at ten O'Clock in the
forenoon.
Dated August 2lst A. ID. 1911.
ISAAC S. SEAvER
lsEALJ l6sst4 Judge of Probate
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
FREE BOOK

500 Page Book free, on the Treatment
and Care of Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Dogs,
Hogs and Poultry, also Stable Chart to
hang up, mailed free.
For Every Living Thing on the Farm
Humphreys Veterinary Specifies.
"A. For FEvERs. MIX Fever. Lung Fever.
ID. u. For sPRAINs, Lnmeness. rheumatism.
q. &. For SORE Throat, EpizOOtic. Distemper.
ID, ID, For WORMS, Bots. Grubs.
T.. E. For COUGHS. Colds. Innuenza.
r. T.. For COLO. BellYache. Diarrhea.
q. G. Prevents MISCARRIAGE.
II. n. For KIDNEY and Bladder disorders.
\. I. For SKIN DISEASES. Mango. Eruptions'
). X. For BAD CONDITION. Indigestion.
At druggists or sent prepaid on receipt
of price GO cts. each.
HuNPHREYs' HoMEo. MEDICINE CO.. Corner
William and ann Streets. New York.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1911-09-14
NOTICE OF DRAIN LETTING and REVIEW

Notice is hereby given, That l. +. W. Redman
County Drain Commissioner of the County of
Gratiot, state of Michigan will, OH the 18th day
of Sept A. ID. 1911 at the residence of John
Fraser on the w Cor. of Sec 1, Township of
North Shade, Gratiot County, Michigan. at nine
o'clock in the forenoon Of that day proceed to
receive bids for the construction OF certain
Drain known and designated as the No. 80 Fras
er and Smith Drain located in the Township of
North Shade in said County of Gratiot, and des-
crihed folloue to-uif.
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01
Church Made Out Of Sod.

Mitchell.-The extension of church
work into the new country being open
ed up in Trip county is being car
ried on by the Methodist organization,
and unique dedication of church
occurred there under the direction OF
the district superintendent, Rev. w. S.
Shepherd, of this city. At the town
of Dog Ear Lake the settlers gath.
cred together to erect church, but
they did not have the means to build
one of a modern character, so they re.
sorted to the methods of the early
settlers and built church of sod, the
only one of it's kind in Trip county
The men got together with their plows
and turned over enough of the virgin
soil to build the walls of the church.
and it was completed at cost of $500
Rev. Mr.. Shepherd dedicated the
church. Rev. L. Campbell has charge
of the work in that big district. The
song books were secured in peculiar
manner. The Sunday school superin
tendent, learning of woman at Co
lone who wanted a pet rattlesnake
found a reptile, and, after pulling its
fangs, sold it to the woman for 81 and
then bought the books for dedication
day.
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01
FAIR TO OPEN sEPTEMsER II.

Grounds At Huron Are Being Put In
Shape for the 1911 Show.
Huron.-A large force of workmen
is busy putting everything into proper
shape at the state fair grounds for
the 1911 exhibit, which opens here on
September II, continuing through the
entire week. While there yet remains
much to be done, President Campbell,
Of the state board, says every detail
will be completed before the opening
date. A number Of new buildings are
nearing completion, and the grounds,
walks and drives are being put In the
best possible condition. A vast
amount of attention is being given the
track, which is one Of the best in the
country, and some well. known fast
steppers are already here and IN
training. The Beadle county building.
on the site of the one destroyed by fire
year ago, is an imposing structure.
It is three stories high, with observa-
tory, and is equipped with galleries,
balconies and rest rooms independent
Of the departments for exhibits. 9th.
er buildings for county exhibits have
been erected, and a number of manu-
featuring firms have provided booths
and pavilions for their exhibits. Be
sides these, the state board has erect
ed an immense barn for horses, and
one for cattle. Additional accommo
dations for sheep and swine have also
been provided and large addition to
the poultry building made.
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01
Iona Journey by Wagon.

Miller.-With four young children,
the oldest about IL years of age, driv-
ing in a one-seated dilapidated top
buggy, Mrs. Sarah Conner passed
through here, going from Moose Jaw,
Can, to Wheeler, s. D. A coop OF
chickens was in the buggy behind the
seat, and the clothing and fixtures of
the family filled the vehicle half way
to !he top. The woman and children
had sardly room for themselves, ind
the feet of the children were thrust
out of the sides and front. The WON
ans husband died five months ago, and
the failure Of the crop obliged the
family to leave the homestead and be-
gin the 1,O00-mj]e journey.
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01

Not only pleasant and refreshing to
he taste. but gently cleansing and sweet
enins to the system. Syrup Of Figs and
Elixir Of SIENNA Is particularly adapted
to ladies and children. and beneficial in
Ill cases IN which wholesome. strength
enins and effective laxative should be
used. 1t d perfectly safe At al times and
dispels colds. headaches and the pains
caused by indigestion and constipation 20
promptly and effectively that It IS the ono
perfect family laxative which gives saiis-
faction to al and Is recommended by
millions Of families who have used il and
who have personal knowledge Of il ex-
cellence.
Its wonderful popularity. however. has
led interruptions dealers to Offer imita-
hons which act unsatisfactory. There
fore. when buying. to get it, beneficial
effects. always note the fun name Of the
Company California Fig Syrup Co..
plainly printed on the front of every
package Of the genuine Syrup Of Figs
and Elixir Of SIENNA.
For sale by al leading druggists. Pice
50 cents PEI bottle.
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01
A NARROW ESCAPE
AUTO CRASHES INTO A BUGGY At
sRookINcs OCCUPIED BY
A WOMAN.
HAPPENINGS OVER THE STATE
What 10 Going On Here and There
That 10 Of Interest 20 the Read
era Throughout South "a.
kota and Vicinity.

Brookings.-Five persons narrowly
escaped death in q collision between
an automobile and buggy here. The
auto belonged to ex-Congressman Phi
10 Hall, and was driven by his son,
Philo Hall, Jr., the other occupants be-
ing Forest Simmons, Charmion and
Thelma Brictson. The buggy was driv-
en- by Mrs. A. A. Poole. Young Hall
lost control of the machine, which
crashed into the horse, carrying it two
rods, the outfit being stopped. by an
impact with telephone pole. Halls
collar bone was broken, and both he
and Thelma Brictson were badly cut
about the face and arms by glass from
the broken wind shield. The others
escaped with cuts and bruises and a
severe jolting. The horse was hurt
on a shoulder and side, and the har-
ness was torn and the thills broken.
The automobile was practically
wrecked.
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01

-HE fundamental principles under
lying the constitution Of the unit
ed brotherhood of carpenters
and joiners of America compel
US to recognize that the interests of all
classes of labor are identical. We
hold it as q sacred principle that trade
union men, above all others, should
set an example as good and faithful
workmen. performing their duty to
their employers with honor to them
selves and to their organization.
The mechanic, Of whatever trade
he may be, in taking this obli-
cation, feels it his duty to become
more skilled, and for the honor Of his
organization he becomes more indus
trious and takes q greater interest in
his work, knowing that his employer,
who has been carefully watching him,
will be more willing to accede to any
reasonable request that his union may
make in the form Of shorter hours,
higher wages or more humane condi-
tons.
am well aware that the unfair en-
ployer holds that nonunion labor is
more efficient than union labor, and
that his arguments have had some
weight In forming public sentiment
against US in the past. But the fact
still remains that we have the best
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01
Killed bv a Pet PONY.

Sioux Falls.-Killed by pet pony
within an hour after it had been pre-
sented to him by his father was the
fate of Albert Holmes, the 17-year-old
son of Geo. Y. Holmes. well known
rancher of western Stanley county.
When the boy mounted the animal the
pony became balky, and to urge it
along spurs were used. These had
scarcely touched it when the animal
lunged and violently threw its rider.
After time the boy arose to his feet,
took two or three steus and then fell
lifelcss. The fall had burst blood
vessel in the brain.
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01
J. D. COWPER.
Seven TerSe Reasons

| by his job If the Job Is good enough
to make him desire to keep it.
s. Because it stands for shorter
hours Of labor. The shorter the day
the more fit the workman for his
daily task and the better it will be
performed. More recreation. More
study. Greater intelligence. Greater
efficiency.
6. Because 1t is opposed to the low
ering of the efficiency of labor, the
confusion Of industry and the restric-
ton Of output by the wholesale en-
pl0yment Of child labor and appren-
tees. Let the men support the fami-
lies, not the families support the men.
7: Because 1t is opposed to and will
levy tax upon incompetent employ
ers. Be it known that some employ
ers are too lazy or incompetent to
make conditions so that the workmen
can do a days work. These frequent
ly accuse unions Of restricting output.
The trade union does not believe in
restricting the output, neither will it
allow the average man to be over
worked by pacemakers.
Undue strain. long continued, must
result in decreased efficiency If for no
other reason than by loss Of health.
The trade union is in favor Of ev-
cry proposition that tends to increase
the knowledge, ability, skill or efi-
cheney of labor and 10 unalterably op-
posed to every deteriorating influence.
CHAIR. ESI RAINE
Dewey County advocate. [volume] (Timber Lake, S.D.) 1910-1913, 1911-09-01
Efficiency aUni0n Ideal

skilled men in our ranks, enlisted un-
der the banner of trade unionism. In
every city costly buildings are being
erected in which not only are the ma
terials the finest but the highest class
of skilled labor is required. Many Of
the more skillful workmen become ex-
perts in the various branches Of the
building trades. The fact that men
are organized and meet every week
to discuss enconomic and social ques-
lions does not make them less, but
more intelligent. They take pride in
their union.
Among the members Of trade unions
are the highest skilled workmen. who
also represent the highest type Of cit
izenship. Men who come together for
mutual improvement are prompted by
the Hottest motives.
As good citizens, the trade unionists
are continually working and spending
their money for the uplifting Of hui
mainly. We have reduced the hours
of labor and raised the rate of wages
and shared them freely with the nom
union man, who has allowed himself
to become the dupe Of the employer
who has raised the question as to
the efficiency of union labor.