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The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
Many illinois Woodmen Opposed.
PRESIDENT TAFT WILL
REPLY TO ROOSEVELT'S
COLUMBUS, OHIO, SPEECH

Washington. Feb. 22.-President Taft
will reply to Col. Roosevelts Columbus
speech. Although the president will
make no direct attack on Roosevelt,
and although the administration Off
cials refuse to discuss the latter's Coll
umbus speech, it became known today
the president would answer the speech
and press a clear-cut issue between his
political creed and that of his prede-
cessor. Taft's answer will be made in
several speeches between now and the
last Of March.
Visits Washington's Tomb.
President Taft and members OF the
Alexandria, Washington, lodge Of Ma
sons, Of which General Washington
was the first master. journeyed to
Mount Vernon this afternoon where
President Tai. placed a wrec.th on the
tomb of Washington.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
ROOSEVELT MEN IN
NORTH DAKOTA MEET
TO PLAN CAMPAIGN

Hrand Forks, n. d.. Feb. 92.--Friends
ot colonel 7. Roosevelt Of Oyster Bay
formerly of Medora, n. d.. gathered In
mass convention here yesterday from
All parts of North Dakota to organize
ior The election of Roosevelt delega
llon to the Republican national con-
Nehuon The movement for Roosevelt
started by John w. Scott of Gilby ana
iostered by Congressman l.. B. Hanna.
mas been gaining force, and while the
attendance at the mass convention is
not large. 1t represents every section
CT the state and the delegates all say
mat the Roosevelt sentiment predom-
mates.
About 25O we're present in the Grand
FORKS Auditorium when John w Scott
called the meeting to order. Il do not
can this convention" he said. I'VE
Know what we are here for. and /
would rather call II n conference"
E. Smith Peterson of Park River
nominated Mr.. Scott for temporary
chairman, and he was elected. In ac.
ceptinS he explained how he happened
to call the conference.
L was in Fargo for the grain grow
ers' convention" he said, "and there
l felt the undercurrent of sentiment
among the farmers. also found a
great deal of resentment among Re
publicans over the action of the prog
resslve conference in selecting state
ticket. am a progressive myself, but
was not in that conference, SO went
home and wrote the letter
Il believe Roosevelt is the only man
the Republican party can elect am
opposed to President Taft and while
won't say l will not support him. IL
nominated. will have to change my
mind If | do. There was no occasion
Tor the Canadian reciprocity treaty:
The farmers are entitled to the benefits
Of protection the same as other classes
)r people. The meeting is in your
hands and YOU can search me for any
,late.'
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
TAFT ASKS CONGRESS TO Raise SECOND CLASS RATES;
OPPOSES HITCHCOCKS GOVERNMENT OWNERSHIP PLAN

pound In the second class postage rate.
| believe. 10 be most reasonable and II
sufficient time is allowed before the
change goes into effect it should work
little serious injury TO the business of
the periodical publishers, while equal
izing at least In measure, the bur
dens Of postal taxation
Another suggestion Of the commits
sion, which was given the Presidents
approval would abolish the "cent-a-
copy rate for newspapers other than
weeklies when mailed at city letter
carrier Office for local delivery.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
Insurgert Members Of Modern
Woodmen Holding Meeting
at Minneapolis
CLAIM INCREASE IS EXCESSIVE
Hard Fight is Expected on Con-
vention Floor Today
Chairman Of Law Committee OF Order,
a Regular" Will Make an
Effort to Attend.

Minneapolis, Mimi, Feb. 22.-'Tn-
surgent" members OF the Modern
Woodmen of America from a number
of states in the middle west are in ses-
sion here today for the purpose Of for
mulating plans to oppose the action
taken at the meeting Of the order in
Chicago some time ago when the in
surance rates were increased. Several
hundred delegates are expected TO be
on hand this afternoon when the first
session viii be held
a banquet is to be given tonight by
the local insurgents" 70 the delegates
OF the National Woodmen assembly.
as the protesting organization is
known. That there will be a hard fight
on the convention floor is admitted by
the leaders Of both factions John Sui
livan, OF Kansas City, chairman Of the
law committee OF the Modern Wood
men Of America and a Regular" ar
rived in the city last night and an
nounced his Intention of attempting, at
least, to attend the convention.
Il have credentials from my camp"
he said, and l am going to attend the
if possible"
The Insurgents faction claims the
rates adopted at Chicago are excessive.
howe. sr, declared that in
general there is little dissatisfaction
with the rates ana the increase was
necessary because of legislative action
in various states.
Many illinois Woodmen Opposed.
Galesburg, ILL.,, Feb. 22.-Fifteen
Modern woodmen camps in Knox
county went on record at a meeting
here last night against the increase in
the insurance rates as adopted at the
meeting recently.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
ARRESTED IN
GERMANY AS A SPY
6UT is LATER RELEASED

Berlin, Feb. 22-The espionage craze,
which is SO prevalent throughout Ger
many, resulted I'm the arrest Of an Am
erican tourist together with German
companion, by the sentries of the for
tress Spandau, near Berlin.
The arrested men declare they were
mostly interested In the famous Julius
tower where the imperial war chest
containing thirty millions i'm gold coin
Is kept, so IL may be ready for imme-
diate use in case OF a sudden mobiliza-
ton of the German army.
The men were guarded In room for
several hours, during which they were
PUT through severe cross-examina-
tion by the officers. r. ~ were then
released and returned TO erlin.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
SOUTH POLE FLYERS GOAL.
Jules vedrines Will Attempt Flight Of
More Than 1850 Miles.

Paris, Feb. 22.-Jules Ncdrlnes, the
famous aviator, is preparing. in con-
junction with DR. Charcot, the ccle-
brated French explorer an expedition
to the south pole, the last 1850 miles
of which is to be covered by aero
plane.
ut is comparatively easy TO get
within 1900 miles of the south pole by
boat" said Vedrines. 'F'rom this point
we will continue by aeroplane. The
cold is not excessive at the most ia
vorable period and by taking the direct
air line we ought to be able to reach
the pole in few days. We do not ex
pect To start before two years. IL will
take that time to prepare for the cx-
peditlon"
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
HOUSTON STILL SHOULDERS.
Yesterdays Fire Hits the Insurance
Companies For S3,5o0,000.

Houston. Texas Feb. 22.--IIouston
will collect ss,50O.O0O in Insurance on
Yesterdays fire losses according to
available estimates today. Firemen
poured water into the smoulderlng
ruins of the burned area all night but
this morning smoke and flames stin
sputtered from the debris.
Contributions of money. food and
clothing have been liberal
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
6REN FOUND NOT GUILTY.
Former Acting Treasurer Of University
Of Minnesota is Acquitted.

Bron. former acting treasurer Of the
University of Minnesota, accused of
falling to turn over to the state funds
amounting to s19.5OO, last night was
found not guilty by jury. The jury
was out four hours. The defense based
its case on the fact that Mr.. Bren had
settled within reasonable time by
turning over funds to the state and
that he was unable to do so earlier be-
cause the university authorities were
unable to name the exact amount due.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
MAY SPLIT DELEGATION.
Wilson Men In Oklahoma Make Propo.
sition to Clark Supporters.

Oklahoma City. Feb 22.-Supporters
of Woodrow Wilson in the Democratic
state convention here today, proposed
to the Champ Clark workers this
morning that the oklahoma Democrats
send a divided delegation to the Balti-
more convention. No agreement was
reached, but it is declared this prop
osition will not be rejected today. The
convention is the final test of strength
between Clark and Wilson in Oklaho-
ma
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
BOMBS USED BY STRIKERS.

Paris, Feb pa number OF dyna-
mite bombs were exploded by striking
'aNicab chauneurs today in garages OF
TAXI motor cab companies which would
not accept the terms of the strikers.
MANY cars were burned or otherwise
damaged.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
HURLS HATCHET AT BOY.
MISSES HIM, BUT HITS
BABY, WHICH MAY DIE

Rhinelander wis, Feb. 22.-Because
of the persistency of a son OF his
landlord. after rent due. III. +. Smith
Yesterday threw a hatchet at the boy,
which missed him and hit Smiths
eight months old child. held in It's
mothers arms. The blade inflicted a
cut five inches long in the babys head.
The child Is near death. Smith was
arrested, almost crazed with grief.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
SEEK sULEIMAN's SWORD.
Famous Weapon May Be Eseavated
in Gardens Of Former Sultan.

Constantinople, Feb. 22.-ENcaVa-
tions are being made in the gardens
and cellars of the palace formerly oc-
cupied by former Sultan Hsmid. In the
search for the famous sword of Sulei-
man the great. the most hishly prizeu
of all the relics Of Turkeys past glory.
The authorities have just finished
ransacking the home of Tahir Pasha'
to whom Abdul was believed to have
given the precious weapon when he
was ousted from the throne.
Tahir declares that the relic lies
buried i'm the Yildz kiosk but that he
has forgotten the exact place. IL is
suspected that he may have sold II to
some antique dealer either In Paris or
London.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
SINISTER is BACK HOME.

New York. Feb. 22.-w. Morgan
Shuster. former treasurer general of
Persia, who was the storm center OF
the controversy between Persia and
Russia. arrived from Persia today, ac-
companied by his family. Shuster as
serted Persia has beer unjustly treated
by Russia and England. and reiterated
his views that the crushing of Persia
was lasting shame.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
ATTELL is THE FAVoRITE.

Los Angeles, Feb. 22.-Abe Attell,
featherweight champion, and Johnny
kilbane. OF Cleveland. were in readi-
ness early today for their twenty.
round fight at Vernon this afternoon.
Attell is the favorite. The odds varied
from two TO one to ten to eight in At
tells favor.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
JEWELS WORTH $4,000 STOLEN.

san Francisco. Feb. ga collection
OF diamonds and pearls. valued at fif-
ty thousand dollars, was stolen from
Mciseugep .DeHabla in her apartments
IN hotel here last night The Jewels
had been worn to the annual Mardi
Gras ball. notable society event at
the same hotel. and had been left on
the chffonler by Mrs. DeHaibla when
She retired.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
HEAD IN RING, TOO.

Kansas City Feb. 22.--"My hat has
been in tho ring a long time, and my
head has been in IT," said Governor
Wilson. OF New jersey, here today
when his attention was called to
Roosevelt's statement last night to w.
r. Eirick, Of Cleveland.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
WOULD PREVENT BIG STRIKE.

London. Feb. 22.-The government
today opened negotiations for peace in
the coal dispute which threatens to
paralyze British trade if 100000 miners
carry out their intention OF striking on
Eeh. %
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
MEXICAN REBELS TO ATTACK.

San Antonio. Feb. 22.-Gomez today
received a telegram. dated Columbus.
n. NJ, saying seventeen hundred reb-
els with four pieces of artillery are
advancing on chihuahua.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22

The Australian federal ministry has
asked parliament to provide for the
construction of n transcontinental'
standard gauge railway.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
BLIZZARD RAGING TODAY.
IN LOWER MICHIGAN AND
THROUGHOUT THE EAST.

Chicago. Feb. 22.-The blizzard
which prevailed in this section yester-
dag is today raging in Ohio, and east
to the Atlantic coast. Cleveland re-
ports traffic badly delayed. wires down
and much suffering.
Detroit wires that i'm some places in
Michigan stores are closed and schools
abandoned until the storm abated.
Traffic at present is nearly at a
stand still on the Virginia coast, where
the worst storm In years is raging.
Five steamers have been driven ashore
in the outer harbor. and two scows
blown to sea. No loss of life, however,
Is reported.
Damage in Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh Pa. Feb. 22.-Damage of
half million was done by a seventy
mile an hour gale over western Penn
sylvania last night and today. Hun
dreds of derricRs were blown down in
oil fields. wires ripped from poles and
trains delayed. AT Washington, Pa,
the roof was torn from the main
building of the Washington and Jes-
ferson college and deposited in the
street.
Snow Bound Trains Released.
Kansas City. Feb 22.-Two Missouri
Pacific trains. showed i'm near Reece,
Kansas. yesterday. were dug out dur
ing the night. Another train is stili
stuck near Dexter Kansas. but the
were taken to town by
farmers.
The Calumet news., 1912-02-22
Rates Should Be Just.

1t is not just that some classes of
mail should be exorbitantly taxed to
meet a deficiency caused by other
classes. the revenue from which is
much below their cost OF handling
and carriage. Where such Inequalities
exist they should be removed as early
as practicable.
The proposed increase OF 1 cent n
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
- ------
Bible Was Put Into Rhyr.e,

Versifications, not only OF the
Psalms but of the other books of the
Bible, were numerous in the sixteenth
century, One Of the most prolific
yersiflers was William Hunnis. who,
under such fanciful titles as Seven
Sobs Of Sorrowful Soul for Sim
"A Handful OF Honeysuckles," "A
Riveful Of Honey" ETC.. published a
number Of rhyming versions of Gene.
sis and Job. which ARE now worth
their weight in gold to the biblio
maniac.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
PATRICK IN ST. LOUIS.

st. Louis, Dec. S--Albert 7. Pat.
rick, recently pardoned from Sing
Sing. arrived here tonight and de
parted for the country home Of his
byothe9-ln- law, John T. Milliken, al
Crescent, No. Patrick refused to
talk, saying Milliken had asked him
not to give any interview
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
CAIRO BULL M0OSER GIVES
HIS VIEW ON THE FUTURE
PROSPECTS OF HIS PARTY

c. S, Britton, one of Cairo's lead
Ing merchants, who was candidate
on the Bull Moose ticket for state
senator, gives the following from his
view point of the future prospects of
the Progressive party:
Il am we'll pleased with the re-
suit of the election, and while it was
not in a large measure an office-get-
ting victory it was victory that will
go into history as the greatest polit-
zeal achievement of this or any other
age. not only that the party polled
more votes than the Republican par
ty. the best organized party, and the
party with the wealth of the nation
with it, but also that we will have
cleaner politics as result of the
Progressive movement and victory
Party leaders will stay closer to
the people hereafter, men in office
will pay less attention to lobbyists
tofttimes with jackpot propositions)
and study better the needs Of the
rank and file OF the people
The yictors in the November
election will be better officers be-
cause of the Progressive party wave
that swept over this country, win
mis- IS j; did second p;ac3 Al is n..'
a",rrt in three mcn,hs aI,rs il
Birth.
ITS victory for Almane he1cr-
m"rt fheady is unp.edsureabla: bat !
IT'S work Is just began. Neither tt
- o. PARTIES have TIA laadors ,ha. !
ate free from politicll en'anel'@l ~.
h3a2 more or less tlei to the Oil ~
sjmc Ct political bosses 50 they e.,
not feel tree to enfor"c the prjrtt}Is |
set " by the Progressiyes t12 1,e /
peot,, need. They will, alter Being
50 -t'rr 2iy reminded take a sep in
Ia: election. lur thu @em- of t"cj
people complete relief from the |
political boss. the full establishment, /
Of social and industrial justice. the
restoring TO the people their govern
nent stolen from tmhe, remains 213
will remain for the Progressive
party 1t stands for the doing OF .
these things and stands for it saad-
lastly and viii continue to so stand |
tor it stcadfastly until the great !
principles it advocates shall become |
the law of the land
Some Republicans are already |
talking fusion. Offering as a bait the |
elimination Of the Guggenheim,
Barnes and Penrose class of bosses. |
But why should we fuse? If this
lass CT boss is eliminated the bal
'nce Of the Republican party is pro-
grcssive and being progressive they
viii stand for the Progressive party, |
which is truly progressive both in
name and priaciple, They will come
to and stand with the leaders who
have laid ont the way Leaders they
are who place the cause above self
and fight for that cause, win or lose.
II will stand for Progressive tick
cts from the highest office in the
nation and state to the lowest in
the county. Not primarily to get Of
flee but because believe in the
cause The movement is SO fair, and
Just now SO opportune that the party
will ultimately be victorious through
out state and nation"
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
LETTER TO SANTA CLAUS.

Dear Santa Claus:
am little boy | want a wheel
barrow with padded handles, as the
one had last made blisters on my
hands. also want a choo-choo and
lots Of other toys.
Your beloved little Steve,
CHARLIE DEBAUN.
30l Twcnty-eighth Street.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS.

The annual meeting of the stock
holders of the Alexander County
Savings Bank of Cairo, Illinois, will
be held at the Directors room in the
above named bank in the city of
Cairo, Illinois, on Wednesday, jan
uary /, 1913, at 1880 o'clock, for the
purpose of electing a Board of Direc
tors, and such other business as may
be brought before said meeting.
JAMES II. GALLIGAN, Cashier.
Cairo, ILL.,, December /, 1912. :. 80.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
Death of Mrs. Clarissa Robinson.

Word was received last night an
nouncing the death Sunday in ST.
Louis of Mrs. Clarissa NJ Robinson,
widow Of the late Judge John H.,
Robinson.
The remains of Mrs. Robinson
will be brought to Cairo, leaving
st. Louis on the NJ. G. O. Monday
night and arriving in Cairo at las
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
ATE PATENT MEDICINE.

Evansville, Ind, Dec S.--The
three children of George Gregory. a
machinists, today ate from a pacgake
of patent medicine that was thrown
into The yard and are in critical
condition tonight The children are
and years old.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
EARTH TREM0R FELT.

Union. S. c., Dec. 8.-One distinct
earthquake shock was felt at West
SPRINGS and Glenn Springs, near
here, al 2:lO o'clock this afternoon
Many persons rushed into the streets
in alarm. No damage was reported
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
HOST OF HUNTERS.

Frankfort, Ky. Dec S.--All rec
ords will be broken in this state this
year IN issuing hunters licenses. J.
Quincy Ward, executive agent Of the
Fish and Game Commission, stated
today that there will be at least 25.-
600 hunters licenses sold in Ken
lucky this year.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
$500 REWARD
TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS RE-
WARD

A reward of $500 will be paid by
the city of Cairo for evidence lead
ing to the arrest and conviction of
The party or parties WHO made the
assault which resulted in the death
of n. Mallouf, about 8 o'clock Tues
day night, Nov. 10, 1912, near the
southwest corner of Twelfth street
and Washington avenue in the City
of Cairo, Illinois.
GEORGE PARSONS, Mayor.
l1-20-tf
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09

Love Is the publication OF the heart
from itself; It strengthens and en-
mobiles the character, gives higher
motive and a nobler aim to every &C
tion OF life, and makes both man and
woman strong, noble, and courageous;
and the power to love truly and devot
eddy Is the noblest Gift with which a
human being can be endowed but 1t
is a sacred fire that must not be burnt
to idols.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
TO HAVE APRON SALE.

The ladies sewing circle Of ST
Joseph's Catholic church will have
an apron sale at Mrs. William
Kluge's residence, Tuesday afternoon
and evening. Refreshments will be
served for ! 5 cents.-Advt.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
LOSES WAGER AND HIS LIFE.

Carmi, II. Dec. S.-John Bush.
who Saturday wagered that ne could
drink l2 glasses of beer and ] Of
whisky in 10 minutes. He drank
seven OF each and died in the even
ing.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
NOTHING EQUALS SIS.
FOR OLD SORES

Nothing equals for Cid Sores because nothing equals
blood purifier supply every chronic
blood the circulation infected with germs and morbid acumua
lions which being constantly deposited the place This
liberation and Inflammation OF the flesh tissues and produces
dion which washes lotions have curative Effects
The blood raust be purified all infectious matter before the circulation
can nouIh the 1c tissues and m" them to the healthy condition
heal heals Old by down to the
head the trouble and driving out the and morbid matters
which keeping the open Then rich blood is carrie 10
the place the healing bn eli discharge the inflammation leaves
tissue and healthy flesh formed and the ulcer we'll You
wasting s., yourself
the benefit old Sores aad u
and any medical sold at drug
T-L3 SWIFT SPECIFIC CO, ATLANTA. CA.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS RE.
WARD

A reward of $500 will be paid by
the County of Alexander for evil
denee leading to the arrest and con-
Viction OF the party or parties who
made the assault which resulted in
the death of N. Mallouf azout 9
o'clock Tuesday night, Nov. 10,
l9l2, near the southwest corner of
Twelfth street and Washington ave-
nue. in the City of Cairo, Illinois.
ALEXANDER S. FRASIER,
Sheriff.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
COLD WAVE IS
HERE; IMMENSE
FALL REGISTERED

A cold wave has hit Cairo square
in the face. The temperature last
night at o'clock was SO degrees:
this morning al 8 ii was but IS and
still falling.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
Cairo Automobile Club.

The Cairo Automobile Club will
this evening at 1880 hold its annual
meeting.
At this meeting, in addition to the
consideration of regular business,
the election of officers and three new
directors will be held for the en-
suing year.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09

Tuesday Morning. when they will be
conveyed TO the undertaking rooms
of e A. Burke.
No arrangements relative to the
funeral have as yet been made.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
Gift Thar Is Divine,

II instead Of gem, or even
flower, we could cast the gift OF a
lovely thought into the heart OF a
'riend, that would be giving as the
angels must give George MacDcn.
9ld.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
Eniscopal Ladies Tea

The Ladies of the Episcopal church
will give a tea Saturday afternoon,
December IA, at the residence of Mrs,
Frank Spencer, 523 Eleventh Street.
The Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1???-1928, 1912-12-09
PERSONALS.

Misses Kate and Blanch Darragh
and Minnie Boyd and John Strohm