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The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1912-05-30

lJeCI lnat called Tor SuCh construction,
and the revenue bill of 1928 met with
earnest and bitter opposition in the
south where it was vehemently con
tended that 1t was beyond the power
of congress to enact a law that would
impose an unwelcome burden upon
the state, even If it was necessary to
enact such a law for the purpose of
furnishing revenue with which to
maintain the general government. The
enactment Of this revenue law did not
by any means settle the question, but
seemed only to increase the bitter
ness OF this controversy.
The Canal In Ohio.
It was IN the year 1880 that this
question was frankly propounded, the
issues clearly and sharply defined.
It was not until then that men first
began to fully realize the grave i'm
portance Of this question; that men
first came to understand that it was
a question OF life or death for the
new nation; that upon its solution
would depend the future of the Unit
ed States-would determine whether
this should be nation or a confed-
eracy of petit principalities. The
question was most clearly defined in
the celebrated Hayne and Webster de-
bate, when Hayne with child-like sim
plicity asked, What interest has
South Carolina in canal in Ohio?'
I say the question at that time was
clearly defined and people began to
understand its importance. The re-
suit of the adoption of Haynes views
or those of Webster was then the
question about which men disagreed.
The north firmly believed, even at
this early day, that II it was decided
that South Carolina had no interest in
a canal in Ohio, even though such a
canal might be means of inter-com-
munication, such decision would re-
suit In needless turmoil, strife and
misunderstanding among the several
states of the union Such q decision
would result in weakening rather
than Strengthening the union Such a
decision would result, in the course of
time, in physical warfare. On the
other hand. it was commended that if
Websters conclusion was correct and
this was a nation to general gov
eminent, the nation would grow and
become a power among the nations OF
the earth.
Men were no longer tossed upon an
unknown sea- They were either for or
against the constitution, for while the
instrument itself may have been, and
undoubtedly was, obscure concerning
this vital question, there was no long
err any good reason to doubt but that!
Webster's contention meant life to the
constitution and existence and in
fluence for the United States, and
Haynes and Calhoun's meant its death
and disintergration.
1t was vital issue destined to be
debated for thirty years and then sub
mitted to the arbitrament of the
sword. Who thinks the United States
was not thoroughly aroused or did not
appreciate the Importance of the Dues
ton should read of that battle of in
tellectual giants: should read the an
swer of giant intellect to that simply
query, What interest has South Caro-
lima in canal in Ohio?' 1t was an
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1912-05-30

Or. ". FRANK BROWN
Residence, 31S North Fifth stree.
ONCE, 4o2 Main street.
f1ours. lo-lf q. m. 1904, 7:45.s D =.
Sunday by appointment 3
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1912-05-30
Memorial Day Address
Of This Afternoon

The Memorial day address this af
ternoon at the National cemetery wal
given by Hon. F. NJ Molsbery of Co
i lumbus Junction, former state sena
tor and one of the brilliant orators Of
the state. The address was appro
pirate and eloquent and one of the
best ever heard here at similar ser
vices. The address in full is herewith
given.
The colonies attributed our early
difficulties with England's monarchial
government, and when they came to
organize their government they adopt
ed articles of consideration and avoid
ed, as far as possible, anything that
would suggeN centralized power.
1t required self reliance and unself-
1sh devotion to carry on a great war
and at the same time successfully con
duct internal affairs under these
loosely drawn articles which were
entirely inadequate. Self reliance and
wholesome regard for the rights of
others were predominating character.
istics of the early settlers.
When 1t became necessary to aban-
don these articles for more conven-
lent and better adapted constitu-
ton, we do not find in that instrument
the federal sentiment that one would
expect. To such degree did this
dominate that when the constitution
was ratified, the idea of national
sovereignty was obscured, for this
monarchial apparition lowered above
the colonies and was the chief con-
Germ and greatest anxiety of their
statesmen. The articles of confeder-
alton, too, made necessary by our ex-
perience with the mother country, had
left an impression and created sent
iment in favor of independent state
governments.
But while these considerations had
induced majority to oppose central
lied authority and caused them to
fear to surrender any portion OF the
states sovereignty to a general gov
eminent, yet there was very re-
spectacle minority who. even at this
early date, took broader view of the
situation and who saw clearly the
necessity for centralized authority, an
authority that should bind these states
Into an indissoluble union, and to this
minority we are Indebted for what
ever idea Of nationality the constitu-
ton contains.
Under these circumstances 1t is not
strange that early in our history diff
ficulties arose concerning the mean
ing of the constitution when questions
of national authority were at issue.
The trainers Of the constitution had
been obliged to avoid explicit declara-
tons upon this subject to meet the
views OF the majority and for fear the
constitution would not be ratified. and
j. would have been strange If there
had been no differences of opinion
concerning its meaning.
Among the earliest subjects to fur
nish material for constitutional con-
troversy was that of our revenue laws.
How far the federal government could
go in dealing with subjects that might
interfere with the internal affairs of
the states when it was necessary to
raise funds with which to support the
government was, indeed, the first sub
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1912-05-30

Or. BRUCE L. ciLFiLLAN.
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
Office C21h Main street ovW
Crooks q Cox Millinery store Bell
phone 190-Black.
Residence 317 North Fourth street.
Bell phone 12s0-Red
Hours: 1914 Z. m. "a p. n. -
o. m. Sunday BY appointment
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IN uncommunicative lad. His hands

an uncommunicative lad. His hands
are caloused. His clothes made of
homespun cloth. The only popularity
about him is the fact that he does not
say much There is that in his coun-
tenance that indicates firmness and
decision and that earnestness that
comes from honest toll. A few years
later and we see him on the battle
field Of Missionary Ridge as he looks
out over the field at the great conflict
with stern but serene expression on
his bronzed yisage. The MONDAY sun
CLEANS upon long line of muskets
borne by as brave boys as ever Tough,
IN righteous cause. At his coKs
mand they move out across an open
and exposed plain. They are met by
a flash of light. A storm of iron hail
greets them. Great gaps are plowed
through their ranks, but unheeding
the roar Of artillery, the rattle OF
small arms, the shouts Of the living
or the groans of the dying, they close
up ranks and bravely breast the
terrible storm. They gain the sum.
NIT, charge the enemy's breast works
and plant the stars and stripes where
the rebel flag waved but few mo-
ments before. The victory that day
was, by the press, attributed to the
indominitable will, the cool bravery.
the patriotism OF the tanner boy of
Georgetown, Ohio. the future presi-
dent of the United States, the COM
mander of the United States army, U,
s. Grant.
But this great man would have been
as chaff before the winds but for the
loyal support Of the thousands OF
Grants who carried muskets that day.
The Lesson Of Obedience.
Not the least important element OF
success in this great struggle was
loyalty and obedience to superiors.
One has not well learned the lessons
of life who has not learned obedience.
You were loyal to your superiors be-
cause they well represented the prin-
ciples for which you were contending.
Without loyalty, the rebellion would
have been failure. When the call
for troops came, you enlisted because
you believed in the cause and because
you had faith In those who represent
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Or. &. j. HALL
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
ONCE hours: to IL; 8 to s: Z IA,
p. m.
Office 51c South Seventh. residenc.
702 Des Moines street.
Bell phone 967-Red.
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PROFESSIONAL cams
PHYSICIANS.
pr. ". p. sHeRLock

Pr. ". 2. SHERLOCK
N -, aHfSiClAN AND SURGEON
Howell building. ~ y the
oInoe Hours--lo to u a. M: !.
TO 1 y. m. ase y
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1912-05-30
DR.. 6. J. CHRISTENSEN
OsTEoPATHIc PHYSICIAN

z 3. ~. y. a. 6uIIuInX
Once hours--S to IL a. M: 4 "a :
2. n Residence Iowa phone TN
rings Office Iowa phone 1857. j rim.
Residence 800 North Eighth street. -
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CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS

CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS
John W,Young. Builder. Superir
tendent and contractor for all kinds d
construction. Also general repair
work. Prompt and careful attention
given to plans and estimator. You
patronage solicited. Office sos Blon.
deau. Iowa phone. Office 214s:: rest
dence 3c42.
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1V1C11 01CSS AJ1IlI %
Many new patterns in negli-
gees, soft shirts with de-
tatched collars, shirts with
collars attached. shirts for
all occasions, Soc and $1.OO
Boys dress shirts and waists.
in a good range of colors. All
sizes Soc
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Mems Ties

The lie Mar cravat is an adj
vertised tie for men. We
show these in a good range Of
styles and colors price Soc
See our silk and wool mixed,
also all silk ties in a great
variety, price ... .25c
Arrow Brand collars, 2 for 25c
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The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
WHITNEY PAYNE
welded TUESDAY
Eldest Son of Mr.'and Mrs.
Will Payne Takes Battle
Greek Bride.

The marriage of Miss Helen York OF
Battle Greek to Whitney Payne, son of
Mr.. and Mrs. Will Payne of Paw Paw,
was solemnized at the Independent Con.
gregational church in the brides home
city on Tuesday evening last. The Bat.
tie Creek Enquirer speaks OF the wed
ding as IAN Event OF Unusual Bril-
liancy" Over 400 guests were present al
the wedding, while over 200 attended
the reception at the beautiful York
home after the ceremony.
The happy couple were the recipients
of many valuable presents, testifying tc
the high esteem in which they are hello
by the host of friends. Guests were
present from Chicago, New York city and
various other cities. Those in attendance
from Paw Paw were Mrs. Whitney
grandmother Of the groom, Mrs. james
Nelson, Carlos and Katherine Cole and
the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Payne
Mr.. and Mrs. Payne are spending
their honey moon at the Payne home il
Paw Paw, after which they will be al
home in Chicago, where Mr.. Payne has
a lucrative position in the advertising
department of the Curtis Publishing
company. The Paw Paw friends join
in congratulation to this happy couple
who start ou. on life's journey together
with such bright prospects.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
Business Mems Association Arrange Program for the
Entertainment of County Seat Visitors
This Week, Saturday.
HIGH SCHOOL BAND or THIRTY PIECES
WILL FURNISH MUSIC FOR The BIG DAY
Cash.
eHiour. all Merchants Pay 20
Gents Per zen for

Paw visitor on that day. The merchants
will offer special bargains in every de-
partment aud will pay 20 cents per
dozen for eggs.
Every Paw Paw store is filed with the
best and latest goods 10 their various
lines The wants of the people have
been anticipated, and never before have
such attractive lines been offered at the
prices quoted.
Look over the advertising columns of
The True Northerner this week. Scan
the lads" carefully, and profit by the
suggestions. A quarter page lad" on
page seven of this issue will give the
full details of the big day, which is in
store, and the general advertising
columns will give some idea of the
splendid bargains that will be offered
Everything in the entertainment line
will be free except the ball game.
Plan to take whole day off. Come
to Paw Paw and enjoy yourself. Bring
the family, they want little recreation,
also take the advertising columns OF The
True Northerner as your guide and
profit by the bargains offered at the
stores. Come enjoy yourselves, make it
a day of business profit, as we'll as
recreation.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
COTERIE ANNOUNCES
A NOTED LECTURER
Prof. Koch TO Give Illustrated Lecture
on Alaska at Opera House. No
Admission Fee.

On Wednesday evening", Mr.. Theodore
Koch of the faculty of toe University OF
Michigan will deliver an illustrated
lecture on alaska" in the opera house
Mr.. Koch has travelled widely and is
we'll known as pleasiog and interest
ing speaker. The slides which will be
exhibited in connection with the lecture
are understood to be especially attract
i've.
No admission will be charged to the
lecture which will be open TO everyone.
This address is one of the University
Extension Lectures which the state
university is providing that the benefits
and advantages of the university may
be more widely extended to all of the
people in the state. The Coterie is
bringing the lecturer here and is 10
charge of the local arrangements.
The address is scheduled to begin at
o'clock. Mrs. S. M. Towers, president
of the Coterie, will preside. Children
may attend if accom- panied by adults.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
PRAISE FOR YOUNG
PEOPLE OF PAW PAW
Allegan Paper Speaks in Compliment
ary Terms of Recent Entertain
ment in That City.

Following is what the Alegan
Gazette had to say Of the Paw Paw
students aod the entertainment gwen
in Alegan during heir recent tour
Such excellent reports are very crafty
ing DOT only to the students themselves
but TO the parents and everyone who is
interested 10 the young people of Paw
Paw and the welfare OF the schools.
"rhe Paw Paw high school band,
composed of 80 members assisted by a
reader, piano soloist, and vocalist, gave
a very pleasing concert in the auditorium
last Friday evening, to large audience.
Besides being unusually accomplished
for young people the company appeared
in new and pretty uniforms; and what
is more, they deported themselves in a
quiet, orderly manner while 10 the city.
They we're entertained 10 private homes
and their visit was enjoyed by the high
school young people especially. Paw
Paw people have just cause for pride 10
their young company"
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26

Tomorrow, Saturday, April y will be
Gala day in Paw Paw The business
mems association has planned day Of
eutertainment for the benefit of the
citizens Of the village and the surrounq-
ing country. nothing has been spared
in the preliminary arrangements to
make il day long to be remembered
both from the standpoint of entertain
ment and business.
The Paw Paw high school band, that
splendid musical organization of 80
pieces under the direction OF Supt. t.
f. Mccormick, will furnish music. A
program of sports and street races hes
been arranged with liberal prizes for
the successful contestants. The Idle
Hour Theater will give a free shoT
between the hours of 1000 a. M. and
100 p. m. At 800 p. IN. there will be a
ball game at Athletic Park between
Lawton and Paw Paw high school
teams. This will be the first champion
ship game of the season, and the fans
will be able to get line on the pros
pective cup winners this year.
From business standpoint, plans
have been made 10 make the day one OF
profit as well as pleasure for every Paw
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
GOVERNOR NAMES
A CLEAN Up DAY
May Is Designated as Pub
lie Health and Clean
up Day
CONCERTED ACTIVITY ASKED
Village Boards, Schools and Churches
Should Cooperate in Promoting
Sanitary Measures.

The most i'm portant asset subject to
the principles Of conservation is good
health. The largest financial burden to
the people of Michigan is that produced
boy disease. The diseases causing this
output of money are preventable
diseases. 1he most important principle
of prevention of disease is sanitation,
A proper degree of sanitation and
hygiene consistently maintained will
save thousands of lives and millions Of
dollars in this state each year.
There are in Michigan each month
over 200 deaths from tuberculosis. This
disease costs us S200000O0 year. Add
to this the cost of typhoid fever,
diphtheria smallpox, cholera infantum,
and the long list of preventable diseases
and the amount becomes appalling.
This matter is practically within the
power of public control.
To the end that concerted activity,
covering the entire state, may be estab-
lished, his excellency, Chase S. Osborn,
Governor of the state of Michigan, has
designated May 10. 1912, as Public
Health and Clean Up day in Michigan.
In accordance with the spirit of his
proclamation, the State Board OF Health
asks that it be made a day of general
cleaning up of insanitary surroundings,
and the establishment of sanitary,
healthful conditions. This will bring
about an unmeasured good if entered
into n the spirit which the movement
deserves.
We ask that mayors OF cities and
presidents of villages, through the CO.
operation of the local boards Of health,
extend the proclamation into every
jurisdiction. 1t should be a day of
special public health teaching in every
school 10 the state From every pulpit
sermon on good health might profit
ably be extended on the Sunday pre-
ceding. The newspapers might well
anticipate the day by special editorials
pertaining to the subject.
II all concerned will participate In the
work, it will mean an arrest of summer
diseases which will be of untold value.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY
AFTER VI0LAT0RS

A step in the right direction has been
taken by the board of supervisors in ST.
Joseph county, the board having offered
a reward of $50 to any person furnish
ing reliable information to the prosecut-
Jog attorney leading to the conviction of
any person guilty OF selling or keeping
for sale any spirituous or Intoxicating
liquors, in violation of the local option
law. The resolution is to be operative
after May l, 1912.
The Mendon Leader 10 commenting
on the situation says: Here is a chance
for "easy money" il one.half of the pre-.
election stories are correct, as 1t was
commonly reported that there we're %
blind pigs in Three Rivers, ID in Sturgis
and four in Mendon. 1t neither afiirms
! or denies the assertion.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
BIG MINSTREL
SHOW PLANNED
High School announces
great event of year
Nav "a and 25

The dates for the Big Combioation
Minstrel Show have been definitely de.
.cided upon and the anxious public will
now settle down to wait for the great
event in the history OF Van Buren, coun-
ty, an event which will be a landmark
in the history of progress and in COM
parison with which all others will be
passed over as c1ere incidents.
There will be those who will be no.
fortunate enough to neglect to make
reservations early and who will on this
account be deprived of the exquisite en- =
joyment Of witnessing the main perfor-
nance. We always feel sorry for this
class and so to them we offer this balm,
VIZ. to-wit: They will have the oppor.
tunity to witness free of charge one OF
the grandest pageants in the history of
spectacular achievements. Be it known
that the Grand Minstrel parade will ap-
pear on the streets of Paw Paw at IL m.
on each OF the two days selected, May
"a and %.
Merchants will unite with the entire
community to make these two days fes-
tai holidays and every up-to-date mer-
chant will avail himself of the free OPP
portunity for advertising by placing a
beautiful float n the parade.
Every possible phase and some impos-
sible phases of life will be presented. Be-
sides, one OF the grandest displays OF
wild aud domestcated animals will be
turned loose on your streets. The fun
piest clowns will vie with Little Eva
and the great dragon for your attention
and approval. The Paw Paw high school
band, Just returned from its successful
tour, in full minstrel uniform, will head
the parade and other bands will be con.
veniently dispersed along the line OF
march to furnish music for the crowds.
The main show will take place in the
opera house at s:3O Free open air exhi.
bition at 7:30. Particulars later. May
"a and %.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
ENTERTAIN HER
LATIN STUDENTS
Notable Social Event With
Miss Fox Hostess to
Her Glass.

The latin classes of the High schoo'
were enjoyably entertained Wednesday
evening at the schoolhouse by their
teacher, Miss Ethel Fox. About thirty
six young people were present and, (as
usuaD latin was ferthest from their
minds. Therefore it is not surprising
that when the genial hostess seized
their hands and murmured "Amicus'
in their unsuspecting ears they were
much taken sback and their bushes
betrayed their ignorance.
When all had arrived they were ush-
cred into the main room and we're given
the following treat:
Music Miss Buskirk's Orchestra
Lauriger Horatius Leona Nelson
Playing Caesar ----
G. Markillie, K. Wilkins and Ii. Neale
A Schoolboy's Dream am-------
f.. Latshaw and p. Wheeler
The program went through without a
single mishap. Everyone did his or her
part to perfection. The dialogue "rhe
Schoolboy's Dream" was -ritten by
Miss Olive Sutherland, who taught in
our schools 10 1909 10, and WAS especial.
y enjoyed for this reason. The evening s
festivities concluded with dainty re-
freshments and those who rad been
confused at the cordial "Amicus' were
by no means the last to say "Bene."
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1912-04-26
MUSKEGON SUPT.
HEADS FACULTY
A. III. Robertson Signs for
Coming Year. Strong
Educator and Musician.

The anxiety over who we shall have
for our next Superintendent of schools
is at an end, as the school board have
engaged the services of man from
Muskegon, Mich, who, it is thought
will meet all the requirements of the
position.
A. II. Robertson comes to US next
year, we'll recommended as an educator
He was graduated from the Uni ersity
of Wisconsin with the degree of Bach
elor of Arts, and competed for and won
an honorary scholarship 10 the Uni.
versty of Chicago, from which place
be received the degree of Master OF
Philosophy.
Mr. Robertson has been an instructor
in the Muskegon Manual Training
school for two years, 10 history and
public speaking. He is interested in
music and now conducts the high school
band, which is good news for the boys
10 Paw Paw, who will noT be assured of
encouragement along the line of work
10 the musical department of the &hool
Paw Paw universally regrets the de-
parture of Supt. Mccormick, as he has
made many friends, not only in the
school but won the appreciation OF the
parents and friends OF the students
The interest he has manifested and the
hard work that he has done in the
school here will not soon be forgotten
1t is most satisfactory to know that 10
leaving a place, you have separated
from true friends. Mr.. Mccormick has
made a lasting impression on the school
the town and the people. Let us when
the time comes give fond farewell to
he old friend and rousing reception to
the new.
Mr.. Robertson was in Paw Paw the
first of the week and made a very favor.
able impression on all whom he met.