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The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16
DESTRUCTIVE DRAINAGE DE-
CISTON.

The paramount question today in the
beta section is drainage. Now that the
leyecs have been 50 far advanced to
ward standard completion as to render
overflow a remote contingency, land
drainage has taken the place they for
merry held in the popular estimation,
Drainage Importance has been vastly
increased moreover, since boil weeyjl
ln~frstation, as a means for earlier
planting and better cultivation. At the
same time drainage can be effected 10
an extent that the cost would have
made prohibitiVc before the invention
and improvement Of the steam dredges.
II is thus that interest in the question,
in the formation Of drainage districts.
has become one Of common and absorb,
ing interest. Bonds have been foated
and large sums expended, while much
larger are contracted for or contem-
plated. At such a juncture the So
prcme Court, on the 10Th uIt., rendered
the following short, but exceedingly
important and disturbing decision;
Fix Parte, Drainage Commissioners Of
Lehore county, Smith, j.:
The question submitted to US for de-
cision H.: Has the board Of drainage
commissioners Of Lehore county
power to contribute to the expense be
ing incurred by Rucker Drainage Dis,
trtct in cleaning out, Strengthening and.
deepening Turkey bayou, a natural wa.
ter course, which constitutes the outlet
for the waters Of the two drainage dis.
| trictS?
Since the statutes under which thcs,
| drainage districts were organized con.
| fer no power upon the commissioner
to deal with natural water courses, but
are designed solely for the purpose Of
creating artificial channels for the
drainage of wet, swamp an overlooked
lands" daley VS.. Drainage Commits
]sioners, SIS Sou. a54) it follows, necrs
sariIy, that the question must be an
swered in the negative.
The judgment Of the lower court is
therefore, reversed and the petition
dismissed.
As the drainage of every distrjc
must include as parts of its system tn,
STRENGTHENING and deepening Of ;
natural water course" the paralyzinl
effect Of this decision is apparent
Without aiming to criticise the decision
it is noted that in the case referred to
Haley VB. Drainage Commissioners, the
issue raised was other than that o.
on which the law has now been virtual
ly destroyed. 1t is a case where "th'
letter killeth''. 1t may be that thu
court was not sufficiently impressed
with the gravity and Importance Of the
collateral feature on which its judE
ment WAS hinged.
Friends and champions Of the drain
age interests are seeking to have TIE
Legislature enact a curative Of the de
fects now 80 plainly revealed. OF the
success to their efforts there can sure
ly be no doubt. -Vickburg Herald.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16
COMFORTING WORDS.


TO have the pains and aches Of Il
back ache removed; to be entirely free
from annoying, dangerous urinary dis
orders ia enough to make any kidney
sufferer grateful, To tell how this
great change can be brought about will
prove comforting words to hundreds Of
Greenwood readers:
Charles A, Hart, blacksmith, lOl7
CarrolIton avenue, Greenwood, Miss.
says: About two years ago | suffered
a great deal from pains across my back
that always become more severe when
| brought the slightest strain on the
muscles Of my IONS. 1t was difficult
for me to lift or stoop and | was handi-
capped in working. The kidney seCre-
ton passed too frequently and contain
ed sediment. Finally | decided that !
had kidney complaint and having heard
SO much about Doan's Kidney Pills, |
procured a supply at Chandler's Drug
Store. They helped me at once and the
contents of three boxes permanently
cured me-
For sale by all dealers. Price 80
cents. Fostcr-M ilburu Co., Buffalo,
New York, sole agents for the United
States.
Remember the name Doan's and
take no other.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16
Residence For Sale.

My two story residence in Congress
Heights Is for sale. Very little cash
needed from right party to make pur.
chase. Lot, 100 K 1917 House built
1910, has all modern cnnveniences, nice
ly flushed inside, closets 10 each bed
room. Bath room conveniently located.
Large, comfortable bedrooms, dining
room and library. Anyone wishing to
inspect this property with view OF buy
ing, will Lotify me at Ltflore Gro. 60.
Will be glad to show them.
I. IL. DENNIS.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16
Is LIFE WORTH LIYING9

When you haven't anything to fail
back upon the world seems like q
mighty blue place. But when YOU have
money in the bank the world is a mighty
good place to live in. In order to get
along well o part of your income should
be deposited with the Bank Of Leflore,
where it earns 4 per cent, compounded
semi annually.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16
CARD OF

We wish to return thanks to
the many Itta Bena friends who
rendered assistance to Mr.. w. V.
Rainey in his recent illness and
death Their kindness will always
be remembered with appreciation
by US. Respectfully,
MR.. & MRS w. l.. IRBY.
Insure your horses and mules
with w. N. Peteet.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16

The McShane Cotton Co. believes
that the price of staple and bender cot
ton will improve just as soon as the
manufacturing world realizes the extent
Of damage to crops during August and
September. While last years prices
may not be realized, great Improvement
over present prices will prevail in next
sixty days. Cotton, for the amount
needed by the world and what is actually
short to the manufacturing world, is the
cheapest commodity in existence. Con-
sign your cotton to the McShane Cotton
Co. and get results.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16

FOR S~ALE-GCod, strong young horse
suitable for plantation riding. At K.
l.. MiIIer's stable, Greenwood. W. W.
Ellis, Jr., Berclair, Miss.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16
The Commonwealth.
J. L. GILLESPIE, EDITOR,



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in Itta Bcna as per petitions filed.
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lowing trustees were appointed for
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The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16

This is the seaso Of the year when
mothers feel very much concerned over
the frequent colds contracted by their
children, and have abundant reason for
it as every cold weakens the lungs,
lowers the vitality and paves the way
for more serious diseases that so often
follow. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
is famous for its cures, and is pleasant
and safe to take. For sale by all drug
gists.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16


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The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16
Fine Eggs for Sale.

kellerstrouss Strain White Orpington
Eggs for sale from prize winners; 50 50
per settiLg, fifteen. j. W. Barnwell,
Greenwood, Miss.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16

ROOMS FOR RENT-Two nice furn-
ished rooms for gentlemen. Apply to
Mrs. }, l.. Gillespie,
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16

FOR RENT Rooms for light house,
keeping, or single. Apply to 324 Main
St, or phone $50.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16

FOR RENT AND FOR SALE SIGNS
- nicely printed for sale at this office.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1912-02-16

VISITING CARDS Engraved orprint-
ed at the right prices. Send The Com
monwealth your orders. Special atten-
ton also given to Wedding Invitations,
Announcements, etc.
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12

ing what a strange prank fate bad
played on him. He had wanted to bury
himself in his mountain cabin. sixty
hve miles away from Aldyce, and here
she was, snowbound at his door.
The wrecked automobile in the snow
tempest looked like a red rock half
buried in raging whitecaps near q
stormy shore. In the back seat sat a
girl yelled and clad in rich furs.
"Aldycew exclaimed Claude. onenin.
the door wide enough to admit his
head
we are unlimited guests" laughed
the girl. giving him one of her small
gloved hands. The girl was the more
rational OF the two, the young artist
being too confused to offer the Gus
tomary courtesies Of host.
Come, Claude, why don't you ask us
In! I'm getting cold" she reminded
him. Perhaps you want me to freeze
Still and stark out here so you can have
a real model for famous painting en-
Titled Frozen In Motorcar,'" she
laughed lightly.
without word in reply she felt her
self lifted In the mans strong arms
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12

The artist grew red and white by
turns as he recognized the boy. II
was the sI1teen-year-old brother OF
Aldyce,
Hal Banniers"' he cried. Where
did you drop FROM"
From the snow Clouds" answered
the youth, hugging the surprised artist
This is some luck. all right. finding
shelter, and just think of its being your
mountain retreat. Aldyce is out there
In the car. The machine broke down
Just below your cabin"
"Aldyce In the car out in this storm
cried Claude, buttoning up his coat and
rushing 10 the door
Yes. We were on our way to Fra
zier's, up Bear canyon" Hal shouted
his explanation as be chung to his COM
panion's arm through the snowy gale.
The Fraziers are giving an old fash
Toned Christmas eve party at their
ranch house. You know Aldyce and
Dell Frazier were great pals at school.
so Aldyce was bound to go to the par
ty. l was sure / knew the road there
but this snow came on so suddenly
was little confused where the roads
fork. AldyCe insisted this was the right
way, so We came up the wrong can
yon."
The artist paid scant heed to young
Banners explanation. AS they sturdily
breasted the keen. snow burdened wind
toward the crippled car he was think
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12

fines by the judges. We do not beliave
that snap judgment should be taken On
everyone guilty of allowing either thei,
horse or COW to be on the streets hu,
we do believe that for the second or
subsequent offences they should 70.
ceive the maximum punishment and
should not be allowed to ask the mercy
OF the courts, Notwithstanding their
financial conditions, whatever they
might be.
The New Orleans Parking Commits.
sion is soon to plant elm trees on Peli.
can avenue, but should they start this
under the present conditions it will be
waste of money and Of tree because
they would soon be destroyed by the
cattle, if not by eating of the leaves
and branches. they are often DESTROYED
by the cattle rubbing against the tree
boxes and pushing them over, thus
loosening the roots, with the ultimate
Heath Of the trees.
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12
ROAMING CATTLE.

During the past few weeks our dis
trict has been infested with all kinds
of roaming cattle, including horses
COWS and goats. This has been going
on to such an extent that the police
have been kept very busy of late in
rounding up the herds and taking them
to the pound. Certainly no criticism
can be made of the police, for they
certainly have been doing their duty
in arresting the cattle when found
We believe that the only way we may
have relief is by a new ordinance max.
ing the minimum fine of $3.50, and that
each fine go to the Policemen's Pension
Fund. Some provision should also be
made to prevent the remission of the
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12
A Careful Patient.

A woman whose throat had troubled
her for long time. says a writer in
the Philadelphia Ledger, grew Impa-
uent at the slow progress she was
making and made complaint to her
doctor, who said:
Madam, | can never cure you Of
this throat trouble unless you stop
talking and give your throat a COM
plete rest"
But. DOCTOR" objected the patient,
I'm very careful what say. 1 never
use harsh language or anything Of that
kind"
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12
The First Skates.

AS late as the sixteenth century
skates In England were very primitive.
Tor we learn that the London appren-
ices used to tie bones to their feet and
under their heels. Writing In 1861,
Evelyn speaks Of 'the strange and
wonderful dexterity Of the silders'' In
ST James park, performed before
their majesties by divers gentlemen
and others with scheets, after the
manner of the Hollanders, with what
swtftnesse they pass. how suddainly
they stop In full carriage upon the
ice."
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12
CRESCENT LODGE OFFICERS.

On last Friday night Crescent Lodge
X. of P. elected the following officers
{. C., Rodger Chestnut; V. c., A. w
kulp; prelate, w. B. Babin; master OF
work, A. S. Covell; I. G., C. Miller; o.
G., Louis Martin; NJ. F., Geo. Lecourt;
NJ. E., Louis J. Peterson; X. of R. & S.,
E. E. Babin; trustee, DR.. c. V. Kraft !;
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12
The Story of MARY

Lltue Mary started to school. slate
anu pencil In hand. By and by she
stopped the use of the slate, and the
apiet was substituted She also
dropped the ~" and May" was her
new name.
hlgh school days increased her
khowiedge and also her name. It ap-
peared "Mayme."
college days followed, and the little
notes reached home signed Mae"
college days have passed and gone,
ana In home Of her own they cali
her "Ma."
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12
CHRISTMAS IN
RAINBOW CANYON
BY ADDISON HOWARD GIBSON.

tCopyright, 1872. by American Press Asso
ciationl
A FTER sketching for two month.
~ in various parts Of the Rockies
~ where he had been trying e
forget that he was the mos
miserable fellow in the west, Claude
Extrum, artist unarrived," as he styl
ed himself, turned his face toward his
lonely mountain cabin among the pines
in Rainbow canyon.
Purposely he had Stunned Denver
declining the Invitation OF two artist
friends to big Christmas reception
He did not want to run the possibility
Of meeting Aldyce. 1t would be pain
full to both. since her father had de-
nounced him as good for nothing.
fortune hunting dabbler"
Art must first be mastered. the cold
critics won. then IL Aldyce had not
forgotten, his great dream would be
come sweet reality. But what If
she should forget him? There was a
capriciousness in the sex that was
quite beyond his understanding.
1t was noon when he reached the
large cabin among the pines The first
room he visited was the studio, gay
with warm cOlored Indian blankets and
the walls covered with sketches by his
own brush and few copies Of the
masters. On his easel was an unfin-
ished picture, just as he had left IT
when he went away In the latter part
OF October. He drew aside the cloth.
brushed Off the dust and looked long
into the laughing brown eyes of
lovely girl. Underneath was pencied
the name "Aldyce."
With deep drawn breath he re-
placed the cover and went into the
kitchen. In the large zinc lined pro-
vision box he found that Joe Clark. the
prospector who had looked after the
cabin during Claude's absence, had
obeyed his instructions by leaving q
sack Of flour, some beans, sugar, part
OF ham and dried venison.
Now I'll have a supper after nv
own appetite" he declared, making a
fire in the little stove.
Presently pot of beans, with a piece
of ham to give flavor, was bubblinC
away. filling the room with its savory
steam. Then Claude swept the floors,
wiped the accumulated dust off the
simple furniture and proceeded to make
lonely house look comfortable.
Il must decorate to be in spirit with |
hn
walls and unadorned mantel shelf.
BY the time the young man returned |
with his arms full Of decorations n |
cold wind was racing down the pass.
driving a steadily increasing fall Of
snow and sleet before il.
Gee! Old Boreas is sending me some
Christmas weather with all the frills."
he soliloquized, making a run for the
shelter OF the cabin.
Claude had scarcely put the last Of
the mountain holly on the walls and
built a cheerful big fire in the fire
place In the studio when the door burst
open, letting in a dash of snow, in the
midst OF which stood a slender youth
In furry overcoat and cap, with huge
goggles over his eyes.
well, can't you come in and sbut
the door," demanded the artist impa-
tiently as he stared at the apparition
before him.
i must look like I'm posing as old
Santa, don't =" laughed the boy. Then.
win start Of recognition, Claude
Extrum. as | live and whistler Suit
ng the action to the word, he gave
rent to a prolonged whistle.
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12

general relief committee =. : ]
and E. ]. Mothe; cOmm'.' "A j
]. B. Babin, R. Chestnu ..,,.asps'
Heron; delegate to An. c,,,i D
League, L. ]. Peterson, -. .lis'
representative, J. B. Bas '.,. D.
Geo. W. Pollock; physlell~as : q
Pollock for Algiers. W. ~. =, cS
for city, DR.. Chas. Jew
undertaken, E. J. MOtns'
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1912-12-12

[Copyright, 1912. by American Press Asso
clation.l
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1912-10-12
At the orpheum.

matinee this afternoon and two
performances tonight al Tho Orpbouu
theatre viii bring 10 close the entire
bill now playing al this popular play
mousse On Monday Keith vaudeville
VIII start the ball rolling with the
highest class vaudeville acts on the
Keith circuit. Now that this COW
Orpheum theatre has been annexed
10 the famous Keith circuit every
lover Of vaudeville is rejoicing and
KNOWS fuil well that they are going
10 get IN" treat Of life time The
head line act for Monday will be
Sumike. the famous japanese operate
star she has just finished a tour over
th" big western Orpheum circuit and
nothing Ike her has ever been seen
here. on Thursday the head limo AT
traction will be- the greatest act in
vaudeville. Taylor Granville and his
company in The Hold Up" carving
% car load Of scenery and electrical
effects. Patrons are requested 20 or.
der seats carly for Monday. as every
thing will 70 fast when the sale starts
today. There are over a dozen theatre
parties formed az the present time
which viii BE- present Monday night
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1912-10-12
NOVEL DEFENSE
Put Up by South Side Man CHARGED
With Non Support-oot
Sixty Days.

Albert Brinkman. Of the South side
was given hearing before Squire
Lee = Dobbs yesterday afternoon.
charged with the non-support OF his
wife and five minor children. and Was
sentenced 20 serve sixty DAYS in the
county Jail Brnkman attempted 10
Cner defense in TWO Ways. first.
that he had raised two children who
are now above are. and who have
been supporting the family. and sec.
ond. that he and his wife could nor
set along together. lie stated thar
about one year ago he and his wife
had some trouble. and that he told
her AZ that time thar he would never
work and support her again.
From the evidence offered I'm the
Squlr"'s court yesterday 10 seemed
that Brinkman was making his prom
Use good. as the evidence showed that
the man had given his wife and five
minor children absolutely no support
/ for a period OF over a year.
The defendant was given severe
/ lectur" by the court and WAS also
/ given sixty days IN the county jail.
whore he viii be ar leisure 10 deter
mine whether or not 81 IS always best
10 keep your promises.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1912-10-12
WILL CASH CHECKS
George {. S;fel VIII Accommodate
"erk insr'en IN view o. Banks
Being Closed To-Day.

Because % tho fact that Colurnbu
Day falls on Saturday,. and all the
banks in the city viii - closed. and
also that there viii be several large
pays az the numerous mills In tho
city. the George r Stifel Company
viii cash all paw checks that are pre-
scented az their store. this company
realizing the fact that many ~ the
mill workers VIII b. seriously incon.
tenienced by being unable 20 cash
their pay checks IN tLe usual manner
All checks Will De- cashei by The com.
pany whether or not the holder wishes
ro make purchase
This is a large undertaking and
wholly ont o. the ordinary. hu- the
Siifel company APPRECIATES the moon
Veuicuce that would be- caused many
~ the mill men by their Inability 20
lav" their pay checks cashs-d IN the
usual manner. and tie company has
determined upon this movement AS A
matter ~ accommodation 20 the men
many Of whom are their customers.