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The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1913-12-20
CARY CLUB MEETING
Gifts Distributed to Each
Member i'm oNyel Way.

MILTON, Ind, Dec 20.-The Cary
club enjoyed a fine afternoon with
Mrs. Charles Kniese Thursday at the
home of Mrs. Kniese's mother, Mrs.
A. H. Beeson. The occasion was the
Christmas meeting, and the house
decorations were beautiful in festoons
and drapings in the Christmas colors.
The following was the program:
eRsponses, Christmas thought.
The topic of the afternoon was Sen
timents from Christmas Magazines.
AT the close of the program all were
invited to remain for ensocial hour.
Santa Claus, impersonated by Mrs.
Ed Wilson, came and invited all to
receive their gifts from the tree that
was then displayed. Many beautiful
presents were given and were fully
vote of Observation-Disclosures
appreciated by the recipients.
Mrs. Will Hurst was at Richmond
and Centerville Friday.
Sam HoshOur. who fell and broke
an arm several weeks ago, was at
Richmond yesterday to consult spe-
cialist.
Mrs. Eliza Marlatt, east of town, is
sick
Mrs. o. Ferguson went to the coun-
try Friday to spend a few days with
Mr.. and Mrs. o. Thornburg.
Mrs. Matilda Boyd, who is at Wash
ington, ID. c.. visiting her daughter,
Mrs Boyd Mundelle. has been sick,
butt is again quite well and enjoying
her visit to the capital city.
Mrs. Henry Hess and Mrs. Oscar
Kirlin were in Richmond Friday.
Harry Manlove will be nome this
week from Arizona to spend the holt
days wit hhis family
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. A. Dorgan attended
the funeral of Mrs. Guy Symons at
Lewisville Thursday. ,
Mr.. and Mrs. George Williams of
Richmond spent Thursday with Mr..
and Mrs. Benton Wagner.
Mrs. Clinton Close and daughter
were in Connersvflle Friday. e.
Mrs. w. H. Meyer of Connersville
who has been visiting at the home of
J. A. Crossons, returned Friday.
Mr. and Mrs Frank Connolly have
been at Greensboro attending an uncle,
Oliver Cook, IA, who is very low.
Sunday Services.
Christian Church-Bible school at
9:15. There will be no preaching as
the pastor will be in New Lisbon. The
c. e. will meet at the usual hour.
3. Friends. Church-Sunday school at
9:15; preaching at the morning hour;
no services at night.
|, Methodist Church-Sunday school
at 9:15 preaching morning and even
ing by Evangelist Miller. A meeting
for men will be held at 2:30. Ep-
worth League at the usual hour. Serv-
ices will also be held this evening.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1913-12-20
OFFICERS CHOSEN

Following are the new officers of
Sacred Heart Court, Woman's Cath
Ole Order of Foresters, elected re-
Gently:
Chief Ranger--Mrs Thomas Carroll.
Vice Chief-Mrs. Margaret Demp-
sey.
Recording secretary-Mrs. Rather
inc Brennan
Financial Secretary-Mrs. Maurice
Carroll
Treasurer-Miss Clara Cessnan.
Miss Anna Mulligan, delegate to the
annual convention at Chicago in Sep
TENDER, 1914, and Mrs. Katherine
P'annan, alternate.
isses Julia Lawler, Jennie Muir
pay and Julia Shinn, trustees.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1913-12-20
NOTICE LOT OWNERS.

NO TOE y 60 OWNEhS.
The annual meeting of the owners Of
lots in Earlham cemetery will be
held at the office of VIM. H. Bradbury
& Son in the Westcott Block, on Mon
day, January 9Th, 1914, at the hour of
2 o'clock p. m, to elect one director
and to receive the report for the past
year and for other business pertain
ing to the cemetery.
Jonathan w Newman.
President
Howard A. Dill,
dec2027-jan l Secretary.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1913-12-20

Cure Your Cold While You Can.
More real danger turks in a cold
than in any other of the minor all
ments. The safe way is to take Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy and rid your
self of the cold as quickly as possible.
For sale by all dealers.
(AdVertis .nentl
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1913-12-20
SUNDAY SCHOOLS TO
PRESENT CANTATAS
''The Song in the Air" and
''Santa & Co." to
Be Given.

EAST GERMANTOWN Dec. 90
paba,re.1s are beipp held for two
1,,.-.
cahIalas 10 pe given chi isehiao e'o
and Christmas night. The nrst,s the
sacred Christmas cantata. 1.-THE Song
=. III, o,,,
III Tic ar win oe pie'eAtoo Ny men
bers OF the Lutheran Sunday school.
The other, Santa Claus & Co." will
he given nv the Evangelical Sunday
49,,
a, tho Ur.,ao,,o., cr,d.v scboo,
.hara lii. ha Shrist,nas traa which
will ba decorated With nresen+s fur
nfobad nv those attending tho can
tata The cast for ",The Song in the
ARR is as follows.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1913-12-20
Wool Goods and Silks

Make Appropriate and Accepta-
BILE Gifts for Any Woman.
Wool Dress Goods in every new
weave and color for Ladies
and Children.
Coatings in the seasons most
desired weaveS.
An exceptional showing of Black
Goods.
Silks for Dresses, Waists and
Children's Dresses.
Silk Shirtings for Ladies and
Men.
Silks for Fancy Work.
Kimono Silks, Wool Challies,
Corduroy for Coat Suits and
Coats.
Our Evening Room" contains.
many new dainty Silk and
Wooden materials.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1913-12-20
Sweaters, House Coats,
Bath RO. eS

For Men Who Appreciate
the Best.
Bath Robe Blankets with Cords
to match, So to $3.50 set.
Bath Robes, $3.50 to $1,000.
Mems Heavy Sweater Coats with
collars; colors, Oxford, Brown
and Wine, at $500.
Mems Extra Heavy Sweater
Coats, Ruff Neck, white,
tan, navy blue and Oxford, SIS
to $40.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1913-12-20
Furnishings

Ties, Shirts MufflerS, Fine Un-
derw and Gloves.
Mems Silk and Linen Pajamas,
price $500. =
Mems Black Auto Gauntlets,
lined or unlined, at $1.0O, So,
and $3.50 pair.
Mems Dress Gloves, leading
brands, desirable shades, at
S1.15 to 1925.
Mems Fur Gauntlets, $500 to
$3.50 pair.
Mems Neckwear, four-in-hands
of silk, velvet, and the ever
popular Silk Knit, 25c, Soc,
SOC and S1.OO.
Mems Refs Royal Plush Shirts
and Drawers, each $3.50.
Mems Refs Royal Plush Union
Suits, per suit $500.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
The Projects to Be
Voted For

Following are the propositions TO b.
voted for at the special election Sept
II, which separately and collectively
promise for Rock Islands improve
ment, development and expansion, ant
every one Of which is entitled to TIT
approval Of the voters:
Purchase Of Island City baseball
park, II acres, $4,000; eieht-year
bonds.
Construction Of elevated tank at
reservoir station, $4,000; 1oyear
bonds.
+ Flooring Of Rock river bridges
with concrete, $1,000; fve-year
bonds.
installation Of police alarm sys-
tenn, $4,000; 1o-year bonds.
Extension Of water mains along
Eighteenth avenue from Twenty
fourth to Fifteenth street, and in
newly annexed territory, $1,000;
elshtyear bonds.
Erection OF new fire station in
newly annexed territory and ex.
tension CT fire alarm system in
that district, $4,000.
Annexation Of a further strip OF
territory in South Rock Island,
running from the city limits to
Brsshar street, south, and from
Twelfth street west TO the Missis-
sippi river, exclusive Of the tract
already made part of the city.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
ABOUT MEXICO.

Although there is no present likeli-
hood Of the United States and Mexico
becoming involved in war, interest is
Just now centered on the turbulent re-
public to the south of us. Mexico
comprises an area Of 1896 square
miles, or about three times the size
Of Texas, at the last census having a
population Of 12.57S0O0, and at the
time Of the instruction had an army
numbering 1G6,74i men, which per-
haps is an exaggeration, aud military
. men now claim that in case Of trouble
With America It could command an
army Of 10000. and it has perhaps a
half dozen battleshins. The country
is mountainous, mining of gold and
silver being its principal industry. but
farming is neglected and in a crude
state CT development Tropical fruits
abound In most sections of the coun.
try.
About is per cent Of the population
is Of European descent; SO per cent
Indian and 43 per cent mixed. Only
cAAAoAA hlORNA NAN4A Va AAAt ndN4NtS Ut
Indians are thoroughly civilized, but
when educated and cultured they oc-
cupy a high position and are accepted
In marriage and social intercourse
with the highest families Of the Span
ish race.
The prevailing religion IS Catholic
but church and state are separate and
federation OF all religions is recog
nlzed.
The capital. the City of Mexico, I!
situated about midway OF the coun
try north and south and near the coast
Of the Gulf Of Mexico. 1t is one OF tbs
celebrated cities OF the world in tbs
way OF fine buildings and luxurious en-
joyment of its leading citizens. Its
history dating back before the dis
covery OF America. It has the larges
and finest Catholic cathedral in tbs
new world, and it has the creates
drainage system and one of the mos
remarkable engineering achievement
in the world, which comprises a cana
43 miles long part Of which passe:
through a tunnel six miles in length
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
How He Snunked I'm.

Josiah" exclaimed Mrs. Henpeck,
who had endeavored without success
to convince the conductor that their
Charley, who has been shaving regu-
larly twice a week since last April,
was. only six years old. Josiah" she
exclaimed, ARE you going to set there
and let this man talk back to me this
way? Why don't you spunk up?"
Suddenly arousing himself as II
from a trance, Mr. Henpeck said:
Stop addressing your insulting re,
marks to my wife, sir. want you to
understand, sir. that If any member
of this family is to be talked down it
is me, sir-do YOU understand? Me!
There, Maria, now do you like that
for spunkin' up, eh?"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
WORKERS GIVEN $4,000
BY THEIR LATE EMPLO OYER

South Bend, Ind, Sept. "A total
OF $4,000 was yesterday distributed
among $50 employees of George Wy
man & Co. and several close friends
as an appreciation of the worth in
which the late George Wyman held
his employees and associates. The
gift was made by Mrs. Clara l.. Wy
man in fuiflllment of a wish by the
merchant shortly before his death.
In the distribution of the money Mr..
Wyman did not consider length of
service, but aimed TO place the money
with those persons to whom the most
good would result.
Yonkers, N. Y, Sept. 3.-Thirty-ive
hundred men and women employed
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
Davenport Times.)

Davenport Times)
Congressman Clyde H. Tavenner OF
the Fourteenth district of Illinois has
prepared bills providing for increasing
the manufacturing facilities of the
Rock Island arsenal. The bills call for
an appropriation of s1,030,O00 for the
equipping of the manufacturing plant.
Mr.. Tavenner declares that it will
be possible for the government to save
one-fourth to one-third on the cost OF
small arms cartridges and one-third to
one-half on the cost of gun carriages
II these are manufactured by the gov
eminent instead Of being purchased
from private manufacturers. In 9TH
er words, considering the amount the
government expends for equipment and
supplies Of this kind each year, Mr..
Tavenner declares the saving would
pay for the improvements at the island
in Is months and the government
would have a plant capable of supply
ing practically all of its needs.
If the proposed measures are given
approval by congress and the presi-
dent, they will result in a large in
crease in the number of employees at
the island. 1t is this phase of the mat
ter that is of chief local concern. Each
Of the three cities-Davenport, Rock
Island and Moline-would be benefited
by the expansion at the island.
The commercial and other organiza-
tons ought to get back of Mr.. Taven-
ner's proposals and push them with
all the force at their command. That
| there will be opposition to the plans
| may be accepted as certain. There
| will be opposition from those manu-
facturers who are now supplying the
government. There will also be Of
fetal opposition, and it will be this
| latter opposition that will be most diff
| ficult to meet.
The argument of some of the officials
of the war department is that the gov
eminent should not manufacture all
the war materials it needs even in
time of peace for the reason that by
buying a part of the governments sup
plies-eYen though at higher cost
| from private manufacturers the gov
eminent thus induces private manu-
| facturers to maintain working plants
which, in time of war, would be of the
greatest value to the government in
increasing the available supply of wal
material to meet the sudden demand
1t is this argument that the Tavennel
proposals will meet ins head-on coils
ion. 1t will be necessary to show thai
in time of war the arsenal plant az
proposed could keep up with the de
mands of an expanded army. Whether
it could do so or not is a matter of de
tailed facts which would have TO bt
investigated.
The foregoing is sufficient to show
that if Mr.. Tavenner is able to get his
bills through congress he will have t
have much support from tri-city organ
izations, and these must not depend
on generalities, but must appea: a
the hearings, if any are held. equipped
with all the data that can be securet
that has bearing on the subject,
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03

by the Alexander Smith & Sons Car
pet company of this city were made
happy yesterday by the distribution of
bonuses aggregating $4,000
Employees of ten years standing re-
ceived checks for an amount equal to
10 per cent of their earnings during
the six months ended June 80 Those
who have been in the company's en-
ploy between five and ten years got
checks for per cent of their wages
during the six month period.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
For COURT REFORMS.

In the picturesque metropolis of
Canada a distinguished gathering OF
lawyers from the United States is
working upon plans for the promotion
of greater harmony and some ap-
proach to uniformity in the procedure
of American courts. Federal and
state judges are taking advantage OF
the annual meeting Of the American
Bar association at Montreal to seek
some practical means of reforming the
rules Of pleading and practice in the
courts of the United States and of the
several states.
The goal which these eminent law
yers and jurists hope to reach, in tie
end, is a reform and greatly simpli-
fled and modernized system of trans
acting legal business in the courts or
all civil divisions Of the American re-
public. They aim to set in motion
forces which will continue active IN
I'll the laws delays shall have been
much lessened, the expense of litiga-
ton greatly diminished, and the diff
ferences in procedure between the
courts Of various states and sections
practically eliminated.
This movement aims to accomplish
one of the most important Of the re-
forms sought by progressive and en-
lightened Americans. 1t will make
the courts stronger, as it gains
ground, and better assured of the en-
tire loyalty and confidence of the peo-
pie. 1t will serve the ends of justice
and promote good government. Enor-
nous waste of time and money will be
prevented.
Hitherto the lawyers OF the United
States have been accused OF being
chiefly TO blame for the excessive de-
lays and costs of court procedure. II
the American Bar association can re-
move this reproach from the legal
profession it will earn the praise OF
far-seeing lawyers and laymen alike.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03

The laundry girls go striking; they Oft
leave Us in the lurch;
The Choir Ladies' Union wants a higher
scale in church:
The sewing girls are striking, and decline
TO arbitrate;
The mattresses, assembled in their lodge,
refuse TO wait,
As the days go rolling on
Girls keep striking pro and con-
Oh, cursed spite. that matters should
have come TO such a state.
The lady cooks are putting down their
ladies', and, alas
The lady clerks may strike before an
other week shall pass;
PosteriE will look upon this as a strik-
ing age
The chorus girls are unionized. they're
marching from the stage
AS the days go rolling on
Girls keep striking pro and con:
The time is sadly out of joint, and strik-
ing is the rage.
The chambermaids are striking; the
stsnographers. no doubt.
viii next be forming unions so that they,
too, may walk out;
But the summer girls are loyal, they
are charming still and gay;
They are flirting on the beaches, they
are splashing in the spray
As the days go rolling on
Girls keep striking pro and con-
But the summer girls are busy in the
same old way.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
The Daily Story
TWO YELLOW EYES-BY ADELAIDE BURNHAM
cOpyrghtea :sl2. by Assoslatel latsrary bureau

The Hendersons were writing book
on The Fauna and the Flora of the
Himalayas," and they were occupying
whitewashed bungalow on the edge
of the jungle FIVE miles beyond Simla
Sylvia Bradley. Mrs Henderson's sis
ter, was acting as private secretary to
that talented lady, while Robert Ortiz
man fulfilled the same duties for John
Henderson.
Mrs. Henderson and Sylvia engaged
lions. surrounded by a capable native
guard. while the two men carried guns
and notebooks into the jungle and met
with several thrilling adventures. The
book was progressing well in spite of
the blistering heat that shortened the
working days to minimum hours,
when little party of American friends
who were touring India came up from
Simla for the night.
Bobby Orthman with you?" asked
Mr.. Delafield, as he strolled around the
compound with his host after dinner.
Like himT'
First rate" cried Henderson.
"They say he's something Of molly
coddle in spite of his six feet two bulk.
Wouldn't stand for hazing at college
and they say has deadly fear Of wild
animals" said Delafeld.
Henderson started ever so slightly.
Doesn't look like deadly fear when
he enters the jungle with me every
day." retorted Henderson obstinately.
"Humph, Not much danger around
here. TIE jungle has been pretty
thoroughly beaten, they tell me, and,
besides, your native fellows can take
care of you"
"Shall We join the ladies?" asked
Henderson abruptly. and SO the CONVEX
sation ended. But after the guests
had departed the seeds Of distrust
Gown by Delafield sprouted in Hen
| g3erson's mind, and one evening Hen
derson confided the story to his wife
and sister-in-law. hoping they would
rout his suspicious with their warm
defense Of Bobby Orthman.
But Mrs. Delafield had been gossip
ing, too, and Maud Henderson and her
sister, who were hero worshipers, had
somehow changed their opinion OF
Bobby Orthman overnight 1t wasn't
fair or loyal thing to do but because
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03

they liked him so well, Sylvia especial
ly, they were vexed at this flaw IN
their idol of young manhood.
They expressed themselves vigorous
ly to this effect, and the idol of young
manhood happened to be taking a sizes
ia in his own r"0m off the east veran-
da and heard every word of the con-
versation before he realized that he
had been eavesdropping
Then he jumped up, had bath and
got into clean linen clothes. and. leav.
ing the compound by the west gate.
he went up to Juppor hill to have it
out with himself.
He sat down on the scattered rocks
and stared at the sunset-an amber
sea of clouds beyond the jagged peaks.
Bobby Orthman was proud. and his
soul writhed when he remembered Syl-
Was light laugh Of disdain as they
discussed him. His hands clinched I'M
til the bronZed knuckies showed white
and his strong teeth bit hard into his
lower lip.
Sylvia, whom he loved-he was only
waiting a favorable opportunity to
tell her-Sylyia thought him q coward
If she only knew
At the compound gate he found his
own servant. Mitti Tanduri, convers-
ing excitedly with the other servants
What is the trouble AIitti?" he
asked.
"Ah, sahib, a tiger has appeared in
the village beyond. Last night IL car
ried away tie wife of my Cousin
Goona."
Bobby leaned. white and shaking,
against the gate. He could have killed
himself for this weakness When be
sat down at table his air wss con-
strained, anu after Henderson nad
heard the story OF the tiger from Nit
q S eager lips he understood what allied
his secretary.
( How DREADFUL sbuddered Sylvia,
with bianched lips. y hope II won't
come any nearer us. Can't you go out
and shoot 1t. JackT'
IN try" said Henderson grimIy.
"Aniar better strengthen the stockade
! tomorrow and see that the gates are
| locked after sundown. suppose this
is an end TO your rambIes for the pres
! ent, Maud"
1T isl returned Mrs. Henderson de
cidedly I'VE can work on the book
! There's enough to do at home until you
exteFRlinate that beast"
And you. Jack -yon will continue Il
go to the jungle every dayT asked
Sylvia
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
burlington Gazette.)

The movement OF Congressman
Clyde H. Tavenner, from the Illinois
district across the river, to place that
district permanently on the map
should attract much attention all over
the country. as it undoubtedly will,
In Mr.. Tavenner's district is the
famous Rock Island arsenal, a most
valuable tract of land owned by the
government and fairly well equipped
with large and valuable buildings, al
ready devoted to the manufacture of
articles required for army use.
These grounds are not only COM
modious but convenient for every pur-
pose required. Ample in dimensions for
the employment of thousands Of men,
with every advantage in a transpprta-
ton way that could be required or
necessary, it has the possibilities for
a government manufacturing depot
that few locations enjoy.
In short, it is a model manufacture
ing site, central in location, and
already under the care and ad-
ministration Of the government.
The government already owns and op-
crates it. No other location could be
put into such excellent use so econom-
ically or so permanently as this gov
eminent owned tract of land. 1t is
out of reach Of SPECTATORS and beyond
the control OF corporations. In short,
is a perfect location for such a pur-
pose as is already in possession of
the government.
Mr.. Tavenner has introduced six diff.
ferent measures asking congress to
make appropriations to make Rock
Island one OF the largest and most
modern arsenals now in operation. He
will show congress how, on an invest
ment of a paltry million dollars, al
least s4,000,0O0 can be saved each
year IN the manufacture Of shrapnel,
cartridges, army rifles, artillery Gals.
sons and other munitions of war.
Army department heads are out
spoken in their opinions of the enor
nous savings the government can
make in undertaking to produce ,nese
TcuulI cm6AlS VI OuT army. NOiu ptG i
sons with the present demands of pri
vate contractors and the cost Of pro
duction by the government is the best
argument Mr.. Tavenner uses. He shows
where a saving of 100000 a year
can be effected by an expenditure by
the government of but million dollars
For instance, with It's limited ma
chinery, It costs S2,341 to build a gun
carriage and caisson at the Rock Is
land arsenal, while for the same Ning
the government is paying private con
tractors s3,26S And the same vari
alton exists in the production of other
munitions of war.
The program of the war department
calls for s20,0O0,000 worth Of field ar
tillery and ammunition. Why no
equip the government owned arsenal:
so they can do this work, when they
can save this branch of the service
from 25 to 80 per cent on all the worl
they can do?
Congressman Tavenner has under
! taken a great work and if he can in
augurate this great economical meas
ure he will make of himself not onl!
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-09-03
The Pearl Fisher.

Smith dug UP mussels from the stream;
Some day. perhaps" said he.
I'll find pearl inside OF one
That shall. bring wealth to me-"
Jones worked away year after year
And added 10 his store.
And people envied him who saw
The happy smile he wore.
One day Smith. who was old and poor,
Cried out. Behold. Behold"
TIE pearl that ne had found was worth
Ten times its weight in gold.
Jones looked. and envied Smith his luck
And Smith. with head a-whirl,
Forgot that Jones' store was worth
A thousand times the pearl