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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20

trough, so to speak, about 10 feet long,
feet deep and feet wide. This
trough had coils of steam pipes in the
bottom which were fed with live steam
from the boiler. The raw material
which was brought in in it's natural
state from the mountains a short dis
lance out of Santa Cruz, was dumped
into this trough or box and after hav-
ing been reduced to the proper pliabil-
ity and heat was put in place, either
on a repair job or in new work and
by a gang of about six men having
their ordinary tools heated by an old
discarded wheelbarrow with some live
coils They told me that they have
taken care of miles of asphalt paving
for years.
The cost of the entire outfit is prob
ably $3.50 to $500 and the life of the
same eight or ten years.
The city would be just as able to
get this raw material as any asphalt
company and l am sure that with
such an outfit, the repairing of our
asphalt would be taken care of very
nicely and the cost be minimum one
II might be well to look into the mat.
ter If this suggestion meets with any
favor.
Trusting this to be of sufficient in
terest to be read by those personally
interested, | am
Very truly yours,
HENRY W. HORST.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20
MILAN FLOODED
FOR SECOND Time
Entire Village Is Submerged
Under Two Feet of Water
and Ice.
MANY DRIVEN FROM HOMES
Large Forces of Men Garry on Res
cue Work in Boats-High
School Closed.

Mill creek again overlooked its
banks last night, completely submerg-
ing the entire village of Milan under
two feet of water. The second flood
was far worse than the one of the pre-
ceding night, the first overflow only
affecting the western part of town,
while the second extended over the
entire village. Many people were I'M
able to reach their homes, while others
were unavoidably imprisoned. I'M
mense holes were washed out in the
streets, sidewalks and street car
tracks, houses were flooded, and the
water even raised above the level of
the bridges.
WATER RISES FAST.
The creek began to rise about Z
o'clock in the evening and within less
than an hour the town of Milan re-
sembled a miniature Venice excepting
for the fact that the homely mud
scow and fiat boat superseded the
more graceful and poetic gondola.
The ice formed gorge at the rail-
road bridge and extended back as far
as the eye could reach, and as a re-
suit there was a constant pour of wat
er into the town.
This continued until shortly after
midnight when the water gradually be.
gan to recede. A great deal of proper
ty as we'll as live stock was DESTROYED,
and the total loss will approach sever.
al hundred dollars
FIRST FLOORS VACATED.
I The first floor of the William l.
Clark residence on Sixth and Water
street was covered with water to the
depth of one foot, and the family were
forced to seek refuge up stairs, taking
with them what furniture and other
articles they were able to save. Sally
Walker, the corpulent colored lady
who bravely waded to safety the pre-
ceding night, remained in doors, decid
ing that splashing through four inches
or water in the sitting room was pre-
ferable to a near swim on the front
lawn, with large gallery of derisive
villagers as spectators.
The homes of Harry Wright anc
Charles Anderson, were again flooded
under several inches of water, anC
they were forced to seek shelter a.
the homes of neighbors.
SCHOOL ABANDONED.
Cattle and horses stabbed for tht
night, were forced to stand in watel
above their knees, while the chicken
mortality was tremendous.
The high school, located on the cor
ner of Fifth and Dixon streets, is clos
ed today, being completely surround
ed.
Old inhabitants stated this morning
that the water was the highest since
1892, and claim that never has Their,
been so much damage as last night
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20
LEAVES FOR SPIRELLA
CORSETTRAINING SCHOOL
Being Held in Chicago This
Week.

Miss Mary Torticel, 1915 Twenty
third street, local representative for
the Spirella corset, has departed for
Chicago, where she will attend the
Spirella training school for cor
settlers. The training school started
yesterday and is in session all this
week at the Sherman house, Chicago.
Miss Torticel is the local agent for
the Spirello company. which has its
headquarters in Meadville, Pa When
she returns from the training school
she will be ready to solicit all her
friends in interest of the Spirella
Corset company. Miss Torticels tele-
phone number is S22-L.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20
CONFERENCE CALLED TO
FIX INSTITUTE DATES

March 81 at 10 O'Clock a. m, at
the Illinois hotel, Galesburg, ILL.,, will
be held the farmers institute con-
ference for the Fourteenth and Fiji
teenth congressional districts. At
this conference the date and the To-
cation Of the various farmers insti-
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20

representation being due to a Jail
sentence imposed this morning by
Magistrate c. J. Smith on a charge of
disorderly conduct. Plummer, a big,
burly fellow, has been downed by
liquor and in order to get the blood
poison out of his system, the Jail SEN
tence was imposed.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20

After giving his opinion on various
questions of public policy, on various
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20
Orrine for Drink Habit
TRY TT AT OUR EXPENSE.


We are In earnest when we ask
you to give ORRINE a trial. You
have nothing to risk and everything
to gain, for your money will be re-
turned, If after trial. you fail to
get results from ORRINE. This Of
fer gives the wives and mothers OF
those who drink to excess an oppor-
tunity to try the ORRINE treat
ment. 1t is very simple treatment.
can be given in the home without
publicity or loss of time from bust
ness and at small price.
ORRINE is prepared IN two forms:
No. l, secret treatment. a powder;
ORRINE No. 2, in pill form, for those
who desire to take voluntary treat
ment. Costs only 81 a box. Come
in and talk over the matter with us.
Ask for booklet.
The Harper House pharmacy.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20
Gets 40 DAYS.

George Plummer, blacksmith who
is due to go to work in Coal Valley,
will have to procrastinate that little
incident in his life for 40 days, said
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20
China PAINTING Lessons.

Mrs. Olof Grafstrom will receive pu-
pills at her studio, S31 Forty-fourth
street, in china painting of all kinds
and in fiat enamel work, which she
makes a specially.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-03-20
Nor a Brass Band,

Booth-What is the difference be-
tween charity and philanthropy? Runs
Charity doesn't hire a press AGENT
Cincinnati Enquirer.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01
LOCAL NEWS
(From Fridays Daily.)

L. A. Loomis is here today from Fer
gus Falls.
Mr.. Thorson of Crary was in the
city today:
Arthur Manager is Hillsboro man in
the city today.
Alfred Hanson is in the city today
from Hamar and is spending his time
patronizing some of the local stores.
Gus Nylap of Towner is here today.
j. J. Miller is in the city today from
Toxic.
John H. Annette is here today from
Thorne.
supt. Haig returned yesterday after
noon from short business trip over
ION the Lakota branch.
Mr.. and Mrs.. M. A. Miller were in
the city yesterday afternoon, return
ing to their home at Crary last night.
Miss Edith Lexton was visitor in
the city yesterday, afternoon from
Crazy
Arthur Dixon is down from RolIa Tor
a few days attending the demonstra-
ton of the I. Il. company.
DR.. Smith left last night on short
business trip to Minneapolis.
Mrs. Day and daughters, former resi-
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01
(Monday % Daily.)

George NJ. Mcdonnell of Churchs Fer
ry spent Saturday in the city in the
interests of business.
| G.. Il. Merrifeld returned to his home
at Grand Forks yesterday.
John w. Pallow was down from
Brandon Saturday.
Chas. Forrest, one of the Cando at
torneys, was an over Sunday visitor.
J. E, McLain of Edmore called on his
relatives here Saturday and transacted
business with local merchants.
Ole A. Stoe of Maddox was in the
city Saturday visiting with friends.
J. Benchot of Toxic was a visitor
here Saturday.
A. M. Crazy, the Edmore newspaper
man was visitor here over Saturday
E. A. Anderson was up from Churchs
Ferry Saturday afternoon.
James Collinson of Duluth was back
over Sunday visiting his old friends.
John 0. Shultz of Leeds called local
ly Saturday.
Mrs. Cooper Of Michigan spent Sun
day in Devils Lake with her friends.
George Miller was Saturday visit.
or from Penn.
R. E. McClintock of Wahpeton arriv.
ed in the city Saturday afternoon and
remained over Sunday.
w. A. Duncan of Rolla was visitor
here over Sunday.
Chas. G. Honey returned to his home
at Edmore yesterday.
n. W. Homer of Valley City spent
Sunday here with friends.
NJ. R. tents of Cando was an over
Sunday visitor.
F. J.. Bailey Of Rugby transacted
business here Saturday.
Miss Nu.n Of land Harbor = 49,
today visiting; ,,;s. as.
Mrs. Kalinoskl # Crary is 50 , ny
I he day i'll the CITY.
Patrick O'Couhcr # Webster arsi,
- ~ tho city today for a short stay
Mrs. 8. Westby and children Of Will
liston spent Sunday in Devils Lake.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01
WEBSTER
Especial Correspondenee.)

The last social gathering before Lent
was enjoyed at the hall Monday night.
Bertha, the ten-year-old daughter of
Hance Mikkleson, was taken to the
General hospital Wednesday. It is
feared that she is suffering from in.
fammatory rheumatism.
Miss Elliott, superintendent of the
schools at Starkweather, was the guest
Of Supt. and Mrs. West Wednesday and
| Thursday.
MI. and Mrs. Graham of Grand Har-
Dor are spending the week at the home
Of Mr.. Harrison.
Mr.. and Mrs. Barton spent the first
of the week with Mr.. Reese. Mr.. Bar
ton is connected with the Devils Lake
Grocery company.
Mr.. Froelich, who underwent an op-
Grafton ut the General hospital last
week, is expected home soon.
| It is rumored that new restaurant
will be located in town.
Supt. West was at Leeds Friday act
ing as judge in the Leeds Rugby de.
bate, held under the auspices of the
state university.
Olaf Leet is representing The j. 1.
Case Thrcsher company in town this
week.
Tom Lonnevick spent Sunday at
homo. Mr.. Lonnevick is with the In.
ternational company, with gas engines
rs a special line.
w. E. GooZee was business visitor
at Devils Lake Thursday night.
The elevators are taking in large
amounts of grain these days. This is
not usual at this time of the year.
Jorgen johnson bought forty-five
horsepower International gas tractor
Thursday. He will uso it in blowing
this spring.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

he will remain for several months Mrs.
Grass will follow him soon to Mon
tana city.
John Graham auction Feb. 20. 224-3;
G. w. Belcncr and family of Keith
are visiting friends in the city.
Mrs. Henderson of the sevilla re-
turned home yesterday from week IS
visit with relatives at Minot.
Miss Anna Serumgard returned today
from an over Sunday visit with her
sister at Northwood.
Mesdames Crewe and Freeman re-
turned yesterday from several days
visit with friends at Grand Forks.
s. A. Baker Of Warwick was a pleas.
ant visitor in the city yesterday.
W. A. Smith, Great Northern Of
fetal, is here today looking after the
business of the company.
Jack Wise is assisting at the new
| cafe.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. NJ. Morgan of Penn
were among the shoppers in the city
Saturday from out of town.
W. NJ. Gibbons of Lawton called at
the county seat Saturday and transact
ed business during the day.
J. G. Wampler of MELVILLE spent Sun
day in Devils Lake, returning to his
home this morning.
Attorny Fred Schneeringer Of Box
Elder, Montana, is in the city spending
few days visiting with former friends
Claude Gould, who has been in the
employ of the Journal as linotype op.
orator, received the sad message this
morning of the death of his brother at
Centerville, Indiana. Bert Gould was
killed in a railroad accident. The mes.
sage brings the additional intelligence
| that Mr.. Gould's mother is very ser
iously i'll and may not recover from the
shock. The telegram was signed by !:
brother who had not been heard from
since the Spanish American war.
Conductor Bryant resumed his run
on the Brandon line after a short alb
sence. He accompanied his wife to the
Rochester hospital.
Robert Mckay returned yesterday to
his home at Grand Harbor, after spend
ing the winter working in his brother g
store at Starkweather. He will get
ready for the spring work on the
farm.
Joseph DcMars Of Grand Harbor
came in to the county seat Saturday
and remained over until yesterday af-
ternoon when he returned to his home.
| Miss Mable Mcdonald of Churchs
Ferry visited over Sunday with friends
in this city.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

They were on their way to Sharon
where they will visit relatives.
Miss A. A. Hudson of Tolna was
among the out of town shoppers in the
city Saturday.
~ :: (lr, N:kAelson of GarsS. is IL
the city today.
Mrs. Gilberg of Garske was in the
city over Sunday.
Albert Jacqua spent Sunday at the
home of his parents at Toxic.
Mesdames Lycan and King returned
Saturday evening from a three days
visit with friends at Michigan City.
The band concert was held yesterday
and the boys gave fine concert to a
very appreciative audience.
DR.. A. L. Walker Of Casselton arriv.
ed in the city last night and is spend
ing the day transacting business here
VIM. Hemmar Of Rolette returned II
his home yesterday afternoon after a
short stay here.
W. A. Hausman of Churchs Ferry
called on his Devils Lake friends Sat
urday afternoon.
Messrs. W. F. Engelhorn and NJ. En-
gelhorn were in over night Saturday
from Churchs Ferry.
F. 8. Horner Of Michigan was Sun
day caller in Devils Lake, coming here
to meet relatives from another part OF
the state.
Announcements are out for a dance
to be given tonight in the opera house
hall. The affair is to be a leap yea,
dance.
Miss Katheryn Spellisey Of Grand
Harbor visited friends in the city oyel
Sunday.
Will Kirst returned last night from
month IS stay with his parents in east
ern Canada. He underwent an opera
ton while he was at home and most OF
his time was spent recuperating.
Snow appears to be the verdict of
the weather man today and he is dish
ing out the white fakes for soft man.
tie to take the place Of that which has
just disappeared
A large number of people went to
the G. 81. Baker sale today. Most of
them left this morning on the Farmers
line.
Mr.. and Mrs. Patterson arrived last
night and will spend some time visit
ing at the home Of Mrs. Patterson 5
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Lenhear.
j. H. Cable left this morning for
Starkweather where he has accepted
position in butcher shop. Mr.. Cable
was employed at the Fox market early
in the winter.
H. Bartell, the Fox meat cutter, left
Saturday night for visit with friends
at Fargo. He will remain for week
or two.
Mrs. Muehlen of Penn spent Sunday
in the city. She came up to be with
her daughter, Mrs. Miller, of the same
city, who is confined at the General
hospital where she recently went
through an operation.
Director Booth LETT this afternoon
Tor Valley City where he will negotiate
with people for the production of
Queen Zephra in the Barnes county
capital.
J. M. Grass of Minneapolis, formerly
Of this city, was here over Sunday. He
was on his way to Great Falls, where
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

enjoyed at that institution is the re.
port today. The management and
teachers went in together to make the
affair a success and were we'll repaid
for their efforts.
Attorney sturtevant of the 500 rail
road was in the city this morning look.
ing after the completion Of the legal
work for the company. He stated tina,
the contractors were receiving thei,
machinery for the grading work nea,
Brinsmade and would start operations
as soon as the weather would permit
The crew will work this way from.
Brinsmade and it is probable that an
other force of men will arrive in Thu
city within the coming month.
Mr.. and Mrs. N. E. jacobson were il,
the city yesterday on their way
TO BARTLETT where they expect to spend
a few weeks with relatives. Their home
is at Town.
The Jolly Bachelors gave a very sue.
cessful dance last night in the opera
house hall. These dances appear to be
attractive and the young men are max
ing reputation for good management
Jos. Gerunenwald of Cleveland town
ship visited yesterday at the county
seat.
W. c. Fairbanks was in the city yes
terday from Lakota calling on his
friends and transacting business.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Thompson of
Cando and Mrs. A. c. Lapham of Rock
Lake were visitors in the city yester
day afternoon on their way to the
twin cities where they will spend a
week.
The high school debating team LEFT
this morning for Hatton where they
are scheduled for debate tonight. Tile
hest wishes of every member Of the
student body went along with them
Miss Flagg accompanied the party t,
attend the young people.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

dents Of this city. who moved to Ray
some time ago, are back on short Wis.
it at the @. E. Dahl home.
Gus Garske was in the city yesterday
from Garske.
Mrs. H. A. Nicholson of Crazy is
J. II. Bloom is spending few days
at the state capita.
Hugh Il. Drake came in today from
Petersburg for short business stay.
J. Adams Of Park River is among the
outsiders within the city walls today.
Messrs. Gilbert and Ness Of Warwick
were among the visitors from tn,
ton Of the country at the county sen
yesterday.
]. M. Lee arrived last night from
Aneta and is spending the day here.
Chas. Donnelly of Towner is trans
acting business here.
DR.. OLeary of Frazee, MINI, was
in the city today on his way back from
Montana. He is looking for suitable
location for his practice.
A. Turcotte, one of the prosperous
men on the reservation, was in the city
today from Pekin and returned home
this afternoon after completing his
business here.
Prof. Barnell expects to leave this
afternoon for Hatton to be present at
the debate tonight. He is DESTROYS
that Devils Lake SHOULD win the hon.
ors.
George Woodward of Maxbass is Wis.
iting for few days with his parents
in this city. George is in the mercan
tile business in the Loop region and is
making success.
W. F. Yagerline Of Cando was a Wis
itor in the city yesterday and today
He is down looking at the many gas
tractor displays that are being made
here this week. He returned home this
afternoon.
Mr.. and Mrs. R. Hooking of Wheat.
land arrived last night for a several
days. visit with their relatives in this
city and are enjoying themselves with
DR.. and Mrs. W. E. Hooking at the
Great Northern hotel.
The tea and social given by the W
r. c. last night at the Oddfcllows
hall was well attended and the guests
We're well entertained. A card party
followed the service of eatables. The
affair was in observance of Washing
ton g birthday.
The Martha Washington party at the
Lacy home last night was attended by
nearly twenty young ladies of the city
who spent most pleasant evening in
a fitting celebration Of the occasion
The guests were attired in Martha
Washington costumes.
The holiday enjoyed yesterday by the
children of the public schools will be
the last one until the regular summer
vacation. The week of Easter will be
set aside as a holiday week and from
then on school will continue unbroken
until the close of the year.
Roy Lean, of the firm of Atkins &
Lean, the Rock Lake implement deal
ers, was in the city over night attend
ing the engine displays which are be-
ing held here. He left this afternoon
for Cando where he will visit a short
time with his parents and will return
again to Rock Lake the first Of the
! week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Taylor Of Perth came
down yesterday afternoon on the Bran
don train and are spending few days
in the city doing their shopping.
There was an excellent masquerade
held last night at the Deaf school fol
the students and the best time ever
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

Report of the Condition of
The RAMSEY COUNTY NATIONAL BANK
AT Devils Lake. in the State of North Dakota.
at the close of business, Feb. goth, 1912
RESOURCES.

Loans and Discounts -~$3oo77o.70
oVeroratts, secured and unsecured
Y. s. BONDS to secure circulation 125oG0C
Otner bonds TO secure United states Deposits
premiums on u s. Bonds - 4375O
Bonds Securities, Etc 2s902a9
BANKING mouse, FURNITURE and Fixtures --
Other Real
Du from National Banks (not agents
Due from approved reserve Agents
Check and other Cash Items
Notes OF Other National Banks
fractional Paper Currency Nickel
1te',e -" "Sl4''32oo
Legal tender notes $4,000 l7352oo
u
Total ~~~
LIABILITIES
capital Stock paid - IS
surplus fuhu - " 49, . .... 100000
Undivided Profits less -. 80 49, 49, 2sl147
Naiona. Bank Notes outstanding =.
ln'F'dual deposits subject to check S033942
Demand Certificates of
lime Certncas OF Deposit ~ -.. -.
Nert'nea Checks 49, go -- ..-....
Postal Savings
Notes and Bills
Loans to Officers O of - 49, 49, Mono
Bills Payable including certificates
Liabilities other than those
STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OIL Ramsc
C. NJ Fisher President
that the above statement the knowledge belief
C NJ. FISHER Preden t.
Corrcct-Attest:
A v HAIG,
E j. CHAMBERLAIN,
CLARK
Directors.
Subscribed and to before this February
(sEAI3 G. NfIDDAUGH,
Notary Public.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

McAlister, Okla, Feb. 23.--Reports
here this morning from Lchigh, where
mine explosion trapped more than
so men Thursday, declare that the dead
list probably will reach over twenty.
Seven bodies have been taken from the
mine. A dozen men have been rescued
alive, but from the story they tell it
is considered certain that at least fif.
teen more dead will be found in one Of
the chambers.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01
$2oo,l7e.2s

State Of North Dakota,
County Of Ramsey.
I, J. NJ. Thompson, cashier Of the
Devils Lake State Bank, do solema.y
swear that the above statement is true
to the best of my knowledge and belief.
j. NJ. Thompson, Cashier
Subscribed and sworn to before ne
this 26th day Of February, 1912.
(SEAL) William Falger,
Notary Public, Ramsey County, North
Dakota.
Ny commission expires Sept. sth, 1911.
Correct attest:
Edward O'Connor.
William O'Connor.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

st. Paul, Mimi. Feb. 23.-Newspaper
men OF st. Paul and Minneapolis who
accompanied the congressional commit.
tee on tour Of inspection of the White
Earth Indian reservation early in the
week, told graphic tales of poverty
and disease among the Indians Of the
reservation today in the final hearing
in the probe Of Indian affairs. The
probe will probably be completed late
today, Representatives Graham and
George leaving for Washington tonight.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

San Francisco, Cal, Feb. 23.-Jewels
valued at $4,000 were stolen from the
apartments of we'll known woman at
the Palace hotel. The police are IN
search Of the thief and believe the
work was that Of expert yeggmen.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

Oakland, Cal, Feb. 23.--Tom Gum,
the Chinese aviator, had a narrow es.
cape from death at the meet here yes
terday when his biplane fell $50 feet
and buried him beneath the wreckage.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1912-03-01

Oklahoma City, Okla, Feb. 23.-The
contest for control of the Oklahoma del.
egation to the National convention
waged between Champ Clark and
Woodrow Wilson resulted in a compro-
mise agreement at 4 'clock this morn.
ing, whereby split delegation will be
sent to Baltimore