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The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
Final Curtain for Oldest Theatre.

PHILADELPHIA. July 25.-The old
est theatre in the United States today
is closed, and after 104 consecutive
seasons may never open its doors
again. The famous old Walnut street
theatre at Ninth and Walnut streets
has at last fallen under the ban of
the Philadelphia fire inspector. Be-
cause Of lack OF equipment for fire
protection and prevention Its man
ayers have been refused license
which would reopen it for It's 105th
season in the fall. Next September
will be the first September in over q
century that the doors Of the Walnut
street theatre will not open.
The walnut street theatre stage
has been played on by all the cele-
brated actors and actresses from Ed
mund Keen down to the present day
crop of celebrities. It was the first
! structure of its kind built in America
as place of amusement. Erected
on what was then the outskirts OF lit.
/ tie old Philadelphia in 1908, 1t was a
large riding school and the scene OF
equestrian performances. Pepin and
Breschard opened the building as
the New Circus February 2, 1909
with the exception of the front wall
which was rebuilt in 1923, the orig
Iinal walls are still standing. When
the novelty of the equestrian per
formances wore out, stage produc
lions were added and the name chang
ed to the Olympic theatre. It was
in January, 1912, that the first play
was produced on the stage. 1t was
1.-The Rivals
Many great actors and actresses
made their debut on the Olympic
Istage, among those being Edmunt
IKean. Edwin Forrest and others little
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
mentioned in this day. Madam Mod

mentioned In this day Madam Mod
jeska, Fanny Davenport, Joseph JEFF
ferson, Nat Goodwin, Richard Mans
field, Stuart Robson, Sir Henry Irving
and William H. Crane are some of the
more notable ones who have appear
ed at the old playhouse and whose
autographed pictures adorn the walls
of the box Office and lobby.
Because of recent changes in the
fire laws the managers are doubtful il
1t is possible to improve the structure
1t is barely possible that the build
ing will be RACED and n.ew modern
theatre building erected on the site
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
100000
Other Matters Taken Up.

During the nineteen minutes session
the board also took up the question or
typewriters for the commercial de-
partment. 1t was stated that com.
pany would furnish four typewriters
free but that eight or ten will be
NEEDED and the matter was referred to
Messrs. Hamill and Woolley.
The bid for supplies of Cushman &
Co., was reported as the one accepted
for the year and the bid OF James
Camerons Sons of $3.50 a ton for
coal was reported accepted. In men,
tioning supplies Mr.. Hamill said that
he believed the entire supplies of the
school will cost less this year than
last.
Reports We're made Of repairs going
on in different school buildings In
preparation for the coming school
year. Extensive repairs will be made
| in some buildings
The resignation OF Helen Yer Stees
Lourie was accepted.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
A Good Investment.

W. D. Magli, well known mer-
chant of Whitemound, Wis, bought a
stock of Chamberlain's medicines so
as to be able to supply them to his
customers. After receiving them he
was himself taken sick and says that
one small bottle Of Chamberlain's
Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy
was worth more to him than the cost
of his entire stock of these medi-
cines. For sale by all dealers. ADV.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
Women as Resevlsts.

PARIS, July 25.-H is not improb-
able that, in time of war, the women
of France will furnish to the army
seven regiments of fighting men by
taking up the CLERICAL duties that num-
Der of officers and enlisted men are
now performing. Speaking Of the
plan, in letter to the minister of
war, Nine. Dieulafoy, wrote as fol
lows:
I'm the army alone 2.672 officers
have their hands tied by duties which
keep them off the firing line, and
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
the bunch and which the boys pro-
nounced "a dandy"


nounced "a dandy"
Included in the sport was a number
of boy scout stunts In the underground
in the woods which was much more
sport for the boys than sitting on the
river bank watching for bite.
One Of the features Of the day was
a big feed" which came at time
when it was highly relished. On the
return a kind lady surprised and
pleased the boys by inviting them into
her tempting apple orchard where
they distinguished themselves as ex.
pert apple eaters. This was in the
vicinity of the Valley church and will
even in their manhood remain scene
of happy memory.
The boys returned to the city about
8 o'clock in the evening, pronouncing
the hike one of the happiest OF their
| lives.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
"A Lar Should be "Ha Ha."

ST. LOUIS, Mo-, July 25.-Whel
guests at hotels and cafes order a
dish with the magic phrase "a la
attached, they usually get the "ha
ha," according to H G. Wade, one Of
the striking walters who testified be
fore the house of delegates commi.
tee which is investigating the strike
OF hotel walters. Wade said all come
backs" or scraps of food left on the
plates of guests, are served again the
day following with an "a la" attached
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
CIVIL WAR
VETERAN
COMES ALL THE WAY FROM THE
STATE OF WASHINGTON.

SPECIAL NEWS-Now comes an
old veteran of the civil war clear
from the state OF Washington to be
treated by the Medical Expert who
has gained such a great reputation
for his healing power. The old SOL
der still thought there was hope or
his getting we'll and wanted to see
this healer and see what he could do
for him, and he found him to be a
very tender-hearted man, and had the
true quality OF observation-disclosures
sympathy. The doctor soon discover
ed his trouble and said che was sorry
to tell him that his case was utterly
hopeless and that he could not give
him any relief" This was very dis,
appointing to the old man, and when
he babe the doctor goodbye, with
tears in his eyes he thanked him 30
much for telling him the truth. II
you do not want to know the exact
nature of your case do not consult
the Medical Expert, for II your case
lis incurable he will tell you SO. as ht
will not treat any incurable cases
Cases of chronic nature are thu
Medical Experts specially, such al
liver, stomach, kidney and bowe
trouble, appendicitis. goitre, piles
rheumatism, ulcers, tumors and dis
eases of men and women. His offices
are at 420 Main street, up stairs, ant
his hours are from 10 to IL a. M,
to 1870 p. M, and Z to 8 evenings
Consultation and examination free
Adv.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
SCHOOL TAX LEVY
ADOPTED BY BOARD.
VIII be $1,000 More Than Last Year
Because Of Raise In the Sal
aries Of the
Teachers.
REPAIRING BUILDINGS
Minor Matters Heard by the Board Of
Education at the Regular
Monthly Meet
Ing.
REPAIRING BUILDINGS

.
The board OF education last night
adopted the recommendation of the
finance committee for the tax levy for
schools for the ensuing year. The
levy is $4,000 more than last year on
the teachers fund, the increase being
the result of the increase in salaries
granted the teachers. In the other
funds there was no raise in the levy,
The levy adopted by the board is
as follows:
For the contingent fund. ]. .s32, 100000
For the teachers fund in ad-
dition to the semi-annual
superintendent .......... 500, 000.0
For the schol building fund 100000
Total col non OC
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25

Don't use harsh physics. The reac.
ton weakens the bowels, leads to
chronic constipation. Get Doane's
Regulets. They operate easily, tone
the stomach and cure constipation
Advertisement.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
Record Entry In Regatta.

MARBI4EHEAD, Mass, July 25.-A
record entry list in the mid summer
regatta of the Corinthian Yacht club
of Marblehead, was shown when the
program of the events which begin
August 4, was announced today. One
of the largest pleasure fleets ever
seen in this harbor will assemble
here on that date and remain until
the program concludes five days later.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25

DR.. BRUCE L. olLFiLLAN
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
Office 621A Main street. over
Winger Bros. store. Bell phone 1se
Black.
Residence BIT North Fourth street.
Bell phone 1280.Red.
Houis: 1912 a. m. "a p. N. 10
p. m. Sunday by appointment.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1913-07-25
PROFESSIONAL CARDS
PHYSICIAN.

PHYSICIAN.
DR.. w. p. SHERLOCK,
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON.
Office IS North Fifth street. In the
Howell building.
Office hours-10 to IL a. M; 2 to .
p. M: evenings, to 8; sundays. IL
to / .. m. United States civil service
examiner.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14

under the firm name of Stephan Bros,
will be continued at the same stand.
During last year the ice factory was
completely rebuilt on much larger
scale. The old wooden structure was
replaced with a new brick building,
and complete outfit OF new and
larger machinery installed. The plant
was made modern and up-to-date in
every respect.
Mr.. Stephan is man of untiring en-
ergy, and with his enlarged equipment,
he will be in position to give the peo-
pie even better service than before.
Associated with him in the conduct of
the business will be his sons, Charles
and George Stephan, both active and
energetic young men.
The ice business is one of the most
important and absolutely necessary of
a city's industries, and The Eagle be-
lieves the Bryan Ice Company. under
its new management, will give the
people of Bryan a service second to
no city in Texas.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
[. STEPHAN WILL
MANAGE ICE FACTORY
Is Again a StockhoIder In the Plant
and Has Been Elected
Manager.

The Eagle is pleased to announce
that Mr.. l.. Stephan is again stock
holder in the Bryan Ice Company and
has been elected its manager. He will
take charge of the business on Feb
ruary l. This announcement alone is
sufficient to guarantee to the people
of Bryan that they will be supplied
with plenty of pure ice, and will be
given first-class and prompt delivery
service.
Mr.. Stephan was for several years
manager of the ice plant, succeeding
Mr.. S. NJ Winters, the original builder
of the plant. His administration was
highly successful in every way, and
satisfactory to his patrons.
After leaving the company he sue
ceeded the firm Of Parsons & Ray in
the bottling business, and has also
been engaged in farming. The bottling
business which has been conducted
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14

Just received fresh Garden Seed
and Triumph Seed Potatoes also
are receiving Fresh 'Sfoceries every
day. A fresh supply of White
Crest Flour the best made. Give
us your trade we will appreciate it.
DAVID REID & co.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
DECIDED TO END BALKAN
PEACE CONFERENCE
Note from European Powers To Be
Sent to Turkey, Also to Com
manders to End Armistice.
[By Associated Press.1

London, Jan. 14.-A decision was
definitely reached today by the chiefs
of the peace delegation of the Balkan
allies to break up the conference
simultaneously with the presentation
to the Turkish government OF a note
from the European powers. 1t was
also decided to instruct the COM
manders Of the allied forces in the
field to terminate the armistice which
has been in operation since Decem-
ber 3.
Reports from the fortress OF Adrian
ople indicate the Turks are suffering
from disease and lack of supplies.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
Judge Refused Warrant.
IBy Associated Press.l

Chicago, Jan. 14.-Federal officials
decided to bring Jack Johnson back
to Chicago and planned to get bench
warrant as a fugitive and cancel his
bond and hold him in jail, but Federal
Judge Carpenter declined to issue the
warrant.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
SOLD ARCHIBALD LETTERS
FOR GOOD PRICE
Witness Before investigating Commit
tee Told How Letters Were Sc.
cured and Price Received
for Them.
lBy Associated Press.I ]

Washington, Jan. 14-William Wink
field of Chicago told the senate cam
paign funds investigating committee
today how he and a Standard Oil en-
ploye named Stump took from John d.
Achbold's desk two letters which they
sold for $1,000 each. They also sold
a telegram for $1,000 and loaned two
copybooks for $500. WINFIELD got one
third of the money.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
ROOT WOULD AMEND
PANAMA CANAL LAW
tBy Associated Press.J

Washington, JAN 14.-Senator Root
today introduced a bill to amend the
Panama canal law so as to eliminate
the provision exempting American
coastwise ships from paying tolls. The
bill is expected to reopen the question
of tolls now an issue with England.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
ARRESTED FOR ROB-
b|NG GAMBLERS
[By Associated Press.I

Ell Paso, Texas, Jan. 14.-Lee Ross,
"a former United States secret service
man here, and ". l.. Schneider are un-
der arrest charged with robbery OF
eleven men last night while the men
We're playing cards in hotel. The
victims were arrested on a gambling
charge. The police say they found
$1,000 in cash and $4,000 worth of dia,
monds on Ross.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
TEXAS LEGISLATURE
CONVENED TODAY
One Contest In the Senate from the
Fourteenth Distriet-organl.
zation Slow.
[By Associated Press. ]

Austin, Texas, Jan. 14.-When the
senate convened at noon today John
T. Adams of Orange appeared contest
ing the seat OF V. A. Collins in the
Fourteenth district on the ground that
all holdoyer seats were vacated. Lieu
tenant Governor Davidson held Col
Inns seat had not been vacated. Mr..
Adams announced he will contest Col
Inns seat in the court.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
COTTON CONSUMPTION
FOR DECEMBER

Washington, Jan. 14.-Cotton con-
sumed in the United States in Decem-
ber was 445,2S7 running bales COM
pared with 475,24O bales in Novem-
ber, according to the census bureaus
report issued today.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
TWO THOUSAND
FAMILIES HOMELESS
[By Associated Press.l

Louisville, KY, Jan. 14.-Almost two
thousand families here are homeless
on account of floods. They will be de-
pendent on charity for week. The
forecast is for six more inches of wa
ter at this point.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
JACK JOHNSON
NABBED WHILE FLEEING
Was Hiking to Canada When Pulled
or Train by the Police at
Battle Greek.
[By Associated Press.l

Battle Creek, Mich, Jan. 14.-Jack
Johnson, the negro pugilist, was taken
on train here today by the police
and is being held pending the arrival
OF an officer from Chicago. The police
say he admitted he was on his way to
Toronto, Canada.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
REBEL ACTIVITY IN
SOUTHERN MEXICO
Their Renewed Energy Is Creating
Concern In the State Depart
ment at Washington.
[By Associated press.1

washington, Jan. 14.-There is much
concern in the state department over
alarming reports of increased rebel
activity in southern Mexico. All of
Costa Grande is reported under rebel
control and refugees are pouring into
Acapulco, which is threatened by the
rebels.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
IN THE HOUSE.
TBy AssocIated Press. l

Austin, Texas, Jan. 1.-THE pro-
ceedings in the house began slowly
A point was made by T. D. Rowell
that A. NJ. Kennedy was not entitled
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14

Mr. VIC. Bailey of Chambers coun-
ty has leased Mrs. J. II. Subers' farm
near the college, and he and his family
are now located on same.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14

Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. Henderson arrived
today from Navasota and will make
their home in this city. Mr.. Hender-
son is in the employ of the /. & G. N.
railway.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14
johnson EXPLAINS.

Johnson says he was on his way to
Toronto to make arrangements for a
fight and had no intention to make
an extended stay.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1913-01-14

to seat as he had not lived in Kerr
county one year. Secretary of State
Wortham overruled the point of order,
saying there was no contest from Kerr
county, and the roll call continued.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-12-03
RAIL RIDE is DUE
TOWOMEN'SENVY
Mrs. Minnie Richardson, Victim
of Unpleasant Experience,
Tells Her Story.

Waukegan, Ill. Dec. 3.-Mrs. Minnie
Richardson. who testified at the trial
of six of her women neighbors yester-
day. that they. assisted by one man.
had ridden her on rail last summer,
at Volo. was cross-examined today.
She testified that the action of the
women against her was prompted by
envy. Her husband keeps a general
store at Volo and she is able to escape
some household drudgery that her
neigh bors suffer. She is also able to
dress better. Among incidents that
increased the resentment OF the wom-
en- against Mrs. Richardson was her
buggy riding with William Dunnill,
who has not been seen since the night
of the rail episode.
Richardson testified the women were
jealous OF his pretty wife, and said
that gossip had wrecked his happy
home.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-12-03
STREET FALLS IN
CHICAGO TUNNEL
Car Loaded With Passengers
Crosses Over Pit Just Be-
fore the Collapse.

Chicago, ILL.,. Dec. 3.-Hundreds of
s~eFHmer-wef5 bnsy today repairing a
caye-in in Randolph street near Wa
bash avenue. The damage extends 100
feet west OF Wabash avenue and the
pit is from six to ten feet deep. 1t
was caused by faulty supports over a
private tunnel being constructed be-
tween two buildings. The accident oc-
Cured shortly after last nights thea
tire crowds were on their way home.
The collapse lasted four minutes and
gave the night crew at work on the
tunnel plenty of time to escape. The
pavement rose gently while a street
car was passing over and the car load
ed with passengers reached safety
The street car motorman who observ-
ed the strange phenomenon said the
pavement rose like a pan of dough and
sank almost noiselessly. Tall build
ings in the vicinity are not in danger,
according to engineers.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-12-03
j. KANE DEAD AT
ANDALUSIA HOME
Long Time Resident of County
Passes After Ailing for
Three Years.

James E Kane, upwards of 40 years
a resident of Rock Island county, died
at 8 o'clock this morning at his home
in the village of Andalusia. He had
been a sufferer with cancer three
years. Mr.. Kane was born in Bucks
county, Pa, in 1852. The family came
west in 1856, first settling in DaveH-
port. After a few years they removed
to Buffalo Prairie township in Rock
Island county. engaging in farming
pursuits. From Buffalo Prairie the
family removed to Andalusia town
ship. Mr.. Kane was married to Miss
Rosie Beaumont of Andalusia, Oct. %,
1879. Seven children, all of whom
survive, we're born to them. They are:
Mrs. Elsie Sedan, Mrs Belle Nickel
Iup, Miss Kate, Frank r., John B. and
Leo j., all of Andalusia, and George
d. of Muscatine. Mrs. Kane preceded
her husband in death II years. Mr..
Kane leaves brother, John Kane, of
Funeral services. conducted by Rev.
L. Z. Ellison of Moline, will be held at
the village Baptist church Friday aft
ernoon at 2 o'clock. Interment will
be in Andalusia cemetery.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-12-03
THE WEATHER
Forecast Till z ?. m. Tomorrow, for
Rock Island, Davenport, Moline
and Vicinity.

Continued unsettled weather tonight
and Thursday, probably rain, not much
change in temperature, light TO mod
crate northeasterly winds.
Temperature at a. IN. AZ. Highest
yesterday 81. Lowest last night AZ.
Velocity of wind at a. m. miles
per hour.
Precipitation none aszss-S,
Relative humidity at p. m at a.
m. 90.
Stage OF water "a; no change in
last "a hours.
J. NJ. SHERIER, Local Forecaster.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-12-03
BOY SHOT DURING
CLASH IN STRIKE
Union Sympathizers Attack
Wagon in Indianapolis
Streets.

Indianapolis, Ind, Dec. 3.-An IS
year-old boy was shot in the leg today
when a crowd of strike sympathizers
attacked a non-union coal wagon with
five strike breakers. The teamsters'
union today began efforts to have the
employers sign a tentative agreement
for ten days so the strikers could re-
turn TO work, pending settlement of
their grievances.
Calumet, Mich, Dec 3.-Eighteen
copper strikers have been arrested as
a result of a fight with sheriff's depu-
ties at Painesdale last night. In
boarding house where some of the
strikers were arrested, guns and lots
of ammunition were found.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-12-03
TELL OF WOUNDS
IN DOCTORS BODY
Prosecution in Indiana Mystery
Seeking to Break Down the
Suicide Theory.

Shelbyville. Ind. Dec Coroner
Durham. testifying today for the state
at the trial of DR.. Craig. charged with
the murder of Dr. Helene Knabe. testi-
fed 10 wounds on the neck and on the
arm of the corpse when he saw it. and
said he did not think the wounds
could have been made with a knife
found on the chifonier. He said they
may have been made with one Of DR..
Knabe's own surgical instruments.
DR. Ralph Chappell, who helped at
the postmortem. said the wound in
the throat began at the right side and
was made by two strokes OF a knife
This testimony was brought out with
the intention OF showing the case was
not a suicide.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-12-03
CLERK OF COUNTY
is SII,11O SHOR 7
Auditors Report Discloses Dis
crepancy at Murphysboro
Board May Gust.

Murphysboro. Ill, Dec. Sin an Of
fetal report read 20 the Jackson coun-
~ board OF Supervisors here yesterday
by A. B. Gordon of Chicago, an ac-
countant. and o. E. Floyd of Yer
gennes. County Clerk James. w.
Brown was charged with a shortage
of s11.11O.
This amount includes a number Of
alleged bogus warrants by Brown. un-
signed by County Treasurer Homer
Lee. which were sold to Mrs. Mary
Bothman and 70 a number of Browns
friends. The warrants were made
payable 10 him and it Is said he ne
gotiated their circulation.
The report also charges that Brown
failed TO return $4,000 which had ac-
cumulated from the earnings OF his
oiIIce last June !. Tris a;lount. il Is
understood. was made good by Brown
some time ago through his wife's un-
Gle. William Rendleman. a rich busi-
ness man of Makanda.
II was learned from a reliable
source that the board may take ac-
tion TO oust Brown.
Brown was elected TO Office on the
democratic ticket three years ago
when a reform wave swept Jackson
county. Prior 10 his election he was
a commission broker at Makanda. He
is said TO have had financial reverses
there. Brown is a prominent lodge
and church man here and until 4 few
weeks ago owned two farms