davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-09-14
Ruftrfa

UNITED STATES ENGINEERS Of
fee, 3O5 Southern Building, Washing
ton. ID. c.. September II, l9l3-DraW-
be held ut Urbanna, Va, on october
2. 1913, at 10 ~. NJ, ut site of county
bridge, for purpose OF formulating
rules and regulations for opening of
draw in this bridge crossing Crbanna
Greek All parties interested are. In
vited to attend and submit their Views
on the matter. w. G. IANGFlTT. Lieu
tcnant- Colonial. EnEincerS.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1913-09-14

sig EAST GRACE. FIRST. FOUR
large rooms. S45.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
! | .
 s BRIEF MENTION . | . . ! ! ! : : s<++%++% s : %+ : |

Miss Mae Reyifalds went to Win chester yesterday toNyisit friends.
 Dr. o. w. Ciarkshas returned from a professional trip to' Hamburg. Ark
 Miss Stella Makoski, of Argenta, is in the city the guest of Mrs. Earl Pearce.
 H. I. Holderness went to Morrell yesterday afternoon on professional business.
 Miss Lucille Anderson, of Memphis who has been visiting Dr. and Mrs. J. w. Scales.
 Dr. and Mrs. O. ID. Campbell, of Warren, who have been visiting friends in this city for severay days, return ed home yesterday. Dr. J. l.. Greene, of Little Rock, alienist, who came here to testify at the McVay hearing last night, will ieturn to Little Rock th1s morning. Judge and Mrs. A. B. Grace 'have returned from "a delightful visit to their daughters, Mrs. H. R. Webster and Mrs. w. l.. Wood, at TeXar- kama.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02

filled with Richmond roses and ferns. Crimson-shaded canedlbra added to the lovely effect. The guests were welcomed by John M Oracle, Miss Sallie Oracle, Messrs. and Mes- danes John Pierce Oracle, William R. French, Miss Maude Oracle, Bryant Butler; Miss Anna McCally, Robert Beal; Miss Reita Keane, Warren Doyle; Miss Ruth Quinn, Mrs. Dorsey Granville Burro wand Lawrence Phil lips.
 Asa Oracle led the cotillion, at which time the figures and favors were novel and beautiful. Small tables were arranged for and an ela- borate dinner at midnight. Among out-of-toWn guests were: Messrs and Mesdames J. M. Phillips, J. A. Good win, B. O. Williams; Messrs. Law renee Phillips, Junius Jordan, Rag land Fitzhugh, Bun Orto (Pine Bluff) J o. Hamilton (Chicago), w. N. Coleman 0Philadelphia), Charles AL fred Hayle Evansville, lnd.J, T. J. Collier.-Little Rock Democrat.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
COULD SHOUT FOR JOY

"I want to thank you from the bot tom of my heart" wrote; G. R. Rader, of Lewisburg, w. Va, flor the won- derful double benefit I got from Electric Bitters, in curing me of both severe case of stomach trouble and of rheumatism, from whseh had been an almost helpless sufferer for ten years. It suited my case as bottle is guaranteed to satisfy. Only cause rheumatism, Electric Bitters have no equal. Try them. Every though made just for me-" For dys- pepsia, indigestion, jaundice, and to rid the system of kidney poisons that 50 cents at all druggists.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02

daughter. Mrs. Ada H. Radford. died m ths city about two years ago. pr. McCammon, perhaps one of the best known physicians in this section, died n 1901. The only surviving children are two sons, Ben C. McCammon, a well known druggist and Ed. Me- Cannon, ST, liveryman, both of whom reside n Pine Bluff X num- Der of grandchildren also survive.
 Mrs. McCammOn was a member of the First Methodist church. She was devout Christian and endeavor- ed to carry out the teachings of her religion. Of genuine Southern aris- tocracy her ncere and earnest friendship was soughl by all with whom she came in contact. She was an honored member of the Daughters of the Confederacy, but her poor health of late years has proven ed' 'ler takinig an active part in the af- fars of the society.
 The funeral services will ne held this afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home, No. 11O6 South Man street, conducted by Rev. J. A. HarraH, pastor of the First Methodist church. Inierment will be in Redwood ceme- tery
 The pIllbearers will be Honorary Marion Everette, R. H. M. Mills, Sam Flies, Fred Fox, J B. Talbot, Prof. Junius Jordan. John Harrison, A Brewster. Actile-Sennett Sea brook, A. w. Mills, Leo NJ. Andrews, w. l.. Toney, VIII Nichol, w. D. Bearn.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02

 horses, the controlling reins o1 which were flying in the wind was the frightfui experience of Mrs. John Harrison, of this city, at Alt heimer yesterday afternoon. The animals finally stopped at livery barn in Altheimer and Mrs. Harri- son was taken out of the buggy un- conscious but unhurt. She was soon revived and came to this city but was suffering greatly from the nerv- ous shock.
 Mrs. Harrison had been visit ng her sister, Mrs. l.. w. Duff. who resides about three miles from Alt heimer. She was being driven to the station by little negro boy. A team following Mrs. Harr.son's bug gy ran into the first vehicle, throw
 ing the boy out and frightening thf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
A MOTORMAN
 RUN DOWN
HE HAD NEGLECTED PROPER PRECAVTIONS-SI'FFERS cox.
 SEQUENCES.

Beni. B. Bean, a well known moi orman of the Tri-City Railway com pany, residing at 3l7O Fifth avenue, Rock Island, Ill.,, makes the following statement:
 "i was all run down generally, l suffered from stomach trouble and had dull headaches, was very nerv- ous and could not sleep at night, would awaken in the morning red and worn out. have used two bottles of Plant Juice and am greatly i'm proved in every way. can truthfully say this is the best remedy l have eyer taken. can eat and sleep bel ter than l laavc for long time. l take great pleasure in recommend ing Plant Juice
 Mr. Beans case is not an excep- onal one among railroad men. The constant jar on the ears, the ever present nervous strain while on duty, the irregular hours together with the responsibilities connected with tleir work is in a great measure respons.- ble for the many ills and suffering peculiar to men ill this kind of work. Plant Juice" is the most efficient remedy known for the ton ng up of the system Men and women who are suffering from stomach, liver, kidney or bladder trouble, nervous debility and blood ailments are find ing relief speedy and sure that are using Plant Juice. It is the. greatest vegetable ton c of the century, and those who seek to cure debi!itated' constitutions by going back to na- ture, will find a shorter and quicker route in going forward to nature by the use of Plant Juice. It is natures greatest remedy. We want every man and woman who suffers any of the Ills mentioned to talk with the demonstrator at Seawell's Pharmacy, l2O Main street.
 Advertisement )
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
HOW'S THIS

We offer one hundred dollars re- ward for any case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
 F. J. CHENEY & CO.,, Toledo o.
 We, the undersigned, have known F. J. Cheney for he last 15 years, and bel eve him perfectly honorable in all business transactions and financially able to carry out any obligations made by his firm.
 WALD1NG, KlNNAN & MARVIN,
 Wholesale; Druggists, Toledo, o.
 Halls Catarah Cure is taken ;n- formally, acting directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. Testimonials sent free. Price 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all Druggists.
 Take Halls Family Pills for Consti- patton.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
Brilliant Cotillion.

The cotillion rendered a large mum. Der of friends Monday evening at the Hotel Marion by John M., Oracle and his charming daughter, Miss. Sal lie Oracle, was of interest to society, which added the brilliance of it's presence to the beauty of the scene, and remained until the morning hours to enjoy the mazes of the dance and participate in the hospitality so gracefully extended. The banquet hall was veritable beauty bower, with the ceiling almost yelled ir ropes of ever green. Southern smilax curtained the walls, arch win dows. and doorways.
 The "beauty table" was covered with cluny lace, and for central decoration bore a tall rustic basket,
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
Mrs. c. $. McCammon Pass ed Away at Her Home
 Yesterday.
o EQUIES TODAY
Had Passed Three Score and Ten and Was Loved By Her Many
 AcquaintanceS.

Mrs. Carrie s. McCammon, 75 years old, one of the bes, known and most highly esteemed residents of Pine Bluff, died yesterday afternoon at o'clock at her home, No. 1106 Main street. Death was due to an fsffection of the heart from which Mrs. ,McCammon had been suffer- CT for several months. For the past seven weeks he had, been con- fined to her bed and the end was not unexpected though # has cast a gloom over those of her acquaintance.
 The deash of Mrs. McCammon re- moves another one of the heroic wo- men who did noble duty to relieve the suffering winch resulted from the terrible conflict between the states. She was born i'll Wilsonville, Sher- man county, Ky, a small town near Louisville January ,, 1888. Her par ents were pr. and, Mrs. F. D. Col Ings and she was the first of six children and the last to survive the entire family. Her father was a prominent physician of Wilsonyllle and vicinity. At about the age of IS she became the bride of pr. B. H. McCammon, then young physician
 In the late sos Dr. and Mrs. Me Cannon moved to Arkansas, first To- eating at Warren, in Bradley coun- ty. During the Civil War, while her husband served in the Confederate army, Mrs. McCammon remained at Warren, and aside from the care of her children endeavored to serve "the cause" as best she could by sending supplies and, food to the men at the front. Following the conflict the family came to Pine Bluff and have resided here since.
 Five children were born to them Two died many years ago and a
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
LITTLE ROCK MAY YET
 BE IN THE SOUTHERN
Owner Richard Tillis Says He Will Sell the Montgomery Club in
 the Netx As Hours.

Montgomery, Ala, Jan. 1.-Richard Tillis, who owns practically all of the Montgomery Southern League fran chise, indicated today that w.tnin AS hours he will cease to be factor in the franchise. He declared that all oyertures between himself and Mont gymery business men relative to terms of holding the berth in this city appear now to be irrevocably off, and he can SC no other alternative than a sale of the franch. SC.
 By tomorrow night I do not think I will have the franchise" said MT. Tillis today ''They are not going to do one thing here. l have made my final proposition to the local people and they have not accepted. do not think there is a person ill Montgom- cry who would take the Montgomery team and run it for year"
 That Little Rock will secure the IrdICulSc ScCAio AiOV iAAOAS SNA'>~A-- than heretofore, although MT. Tillis stated that he has not accepted Little Rocks $15,000 offer. He also repeat ed that several other cities were wild for the franchise.
 Judge kavanaugh Talks.
 Little Rock, Jan. 1.-When seen this morning Judge w. M. Kava- naugh, said the promoters he repre- sents are willing to buy any time Owner Dick Tillis wants to sell, The cash is now on deposit at the South ern Trust Company. They will not pay more than the $15,000 offered for the Montgomery.
 If Owner Tillis sells Little ROCK will be the purchaser. No other city can buy the franchise as the Southern League directors will not vote any other city but Little Rock into the League. If the statement credited te Tillis is authentic. Little Rock will be in the Southern League Friday.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
~
 s* SOCIETY *. xi
 /. * < x M k x x 1 A | | | | | : | ' | | ! + | |, 1
Tlleater Party.

Mr.. and Mrs. John B. Speers enter tained with dinner and theater par " last evening complimentary to MT. and Mrs. w. H. Langford of New York. Tho dinner was served at the Speers homo after which the party repaired to the Elks Theater and witnessed the performance of Fully Marshall in "The Talker" Those in the party were MT. and Mrs. Langford, MT. and Mrs c. E. Philpot, MT and Mrs. Cliff ion Howell and MT. and Mrs. Speers
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02

W. R. Fox, 195 w. Washington St., Noblesville, Ind, says: After suffer- ing many months with kidney trouble, after trying other remedies and pres criptions, purchased box of Foley K dney Pills whiohl not only did me more good than any other remedies ever used, but have positively set my kidneys right. Other memDers o1 my family have used them with sam- liar results" Take at the first sign of kidney trouble. w. l.. Dewoody & Co.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02

horses. They immediately started running at breakneck speed and spectators say it is a miracle that the buggy was not overturned and Mrs. Harrison seriously injured.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
Family Dinner.

Mrs. B. A. 1saacs entertained at dinner at her home on Ash street yesterday in honor of her grand mother, Mrs. Nathan Levi, and her aunt, Miss Etta Levi, of Nashville, Ark. Covers were laid for Dr. and Mrs. B. D. Luck, Benjamin and Jos eph Luck MT. and Mrs. M. c. Hollis, Mrs. J. c. Custer, Edgar and Roy Custer
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
ESCAPED AFTER FIFTEEN YEARS

w. F. BOyIeS made Succe5SfuI eS- cape af.er fifteen years of suffering from kidney and bladder troubles. Foley Kidney Pills released him and will do just the same for others. He says: "They cured most severe backache with painful bladder irreg- ularities, and they do all you claim for them" Refuse substitutes. w. l.. 'Dowoody & Co.,.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
youne Ladies Society.

The Young Ladies Society of the First Presbyterian church will hold a. snecial meeting this afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of Mrs. J. w. Scales. All members are urged to be present.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
For Miss Bik .

TVI -UISS OIIM-'--'r'y
 Mrs. George H.9Adams will enter tain at bridge tomorrow afternoon at her home on West Fifth avenue, con- plimentary to MSS Elizabeth M Blrk, of Owensboro, Ky, and Miss Eliz- abeth Adams. This will be one of the most charming affairs of the ;so- Cal season. :.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
City Beautiful Club.

!, Ehs- 4Gits BeauifuL Club will meet this morning at 10 o'clock at the Hotel Jefferson parlors. Considerable businiess will come up for discussion, including many plans for the beauti- flying of the city. All members are urged to attend.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
Daughters of 1872.

simon Bradford Chapter, Daughters of 1872 will meet Saturday after noon at 3 o'clock with Miss Blanch Fox.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
Junior Bridge Club.

Miss Gertrude Fox will entertain the members of the Junior Bridge Club this afternoon.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
AWFUL EXPERIENCE
 OF YOUNG WOMAN
Mrs. John Harrison, of This City, Els. capes Injury In Frfghtful Run.
 away At Althelmer.

Riding at headlong speed for half a m.le behind a pair of frightened
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
Elwll Bridge Club.

Mrs. John B. Spears entertained the members of the Elwell Bridge Clul Tuesday afternoon in honor of Mrs W. H. Langford, of New York. The home was decorated With American Beauty roses. The prize, a silver su- gar holder, was awarded to Mrs. Finn Hut. Mrs. Langford received the honoree's prize, an address book. Fol lowing the games delicious refresh ments were served. Those present were: Mesdames Oliver Galbraith, w H. Langford, Thurman Louthan, Finn Hut, Kemp Toney, H. N. Atwood, w A. Taggart, Millie Haizlip, Furman McCammon, Virginius Wilkins, c. E Philpot and J. B. Speers.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1913-01-02
Club Dance.

Club Dance.
 Members of the Bluff City Club and their friends will enjoy a dance this evening at the club hall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-04-02
The Boston Smuggling Cases
Promise to Go Far Deeper Than
Expected==Arrests to Follow.

I employed to remove Il trunk contain
in gowns. upon which no duty had
| been paid from the pier to the South
station.
Wireless messages to passengers on in
coming steamers are being examined by
federal inspectors with view to check
ing any attempt by confederates to warn
arriving smugglers of the Investigation.
Two gown importing firms in this city
are said to have fallen under suspicion
in addition to the seven or eight houses
in New York alleged to be involved.
My inquiry regarding the discovery of
smuggling at this port will be cleared
m. tomorrow, said chief N,iliie. to-
night. From other officials vino have
been at work on the case it was learned
that another arrest is expected, tomor-
row. This action was decided upon after
the authorities had examined four per
sons. Two of these, Patrick Walsh.
carriage agent at a steamship wharf,
and dock laborer. were questioned re-
garding incidents on the dock, March H.
when the trunk was seized.
Mrs. Alice Melody. wife of a former
champion pugilist, told of her acquain-
lance with Mr.. and Mrs. Terence l..
ShevIin. who are under arrest here.
The possibility that diamond SNUG
Cling has been carried on through this
port was suggested by one of those per-
sons examined it was said. InvestiEa-
ton along this line is to be continued.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-04-02
AUTOPSY DlscLosEs NOTHING.
Stomach Of Mrs. Michael McGovern
Sent to Harvard Medical School.

Peabody, Mass, April because
Ralph Reeve of Lynn, counsel for the
heirs of Mrs. Michael McGovern, who
died. Sunday claimed that the cause
of death was not clear, an autopsy
was performed, today, after which
the vital organs We're sent to Prof.
Whitney of the Harvard Medical
school for examination.
At the conclusion of the autopsy.
Medical Examiner s * Foster said ::
u could not tell of what Mrs Me
Govern died, as the body had been
embalmed.''
DR.. John ]. Hickey, who attended
Mrs. McGoyern in her illness. gave
the cause of death as arterio sclerosis.
He said, today, that in his opinion.
there was nothing suspicious about it
and that Mrs. McGovern knew that
she was about to die and had made
arrangements for her funeral.
The marriage of Mrs McGovern
who was 70 years old and formerly
Emily w. Brown. was not generally
known until she arose in the probate
court in Salem. last January. and an.
bounced that she had been married &
week previous to Michael McGovern
real estate agent and 26 years hel
junior. She had been brought to cour
on the petition of her niece. Mrs FREQ
L. Day, for the appointment of a con
servator to prevent ner aunt maxim:
presents Of money and real estate t
McGovern.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-04-02
William 0. Cole, Alleged TO
Have Killed His Wife,
Is Now in County Jail Pending
Hearing Of Case, April 10.
Autopsy on Body Of Mrs. Michael
ncGoyern DiscIoses Nothing.

st. Johnsbury, Vt, April IMAM
slaughter is charged against William
o. Cole, who was arrested in Went
worth, \. H.. yesterday, as the result
of an investigation OF the death of his
wife, Mrs. Lottie Cole at Lyndonville,
last Friday. Cole was brought here
from Wentworth today, and placed in
the Caledonia county Jail, pending d
hearing, on April 10.
In the meantime, Mrs. Coles body
will be exhumed and an autopsy per-
formed by DR.. Stone and Whitney OF
the State Laborator a Burlington.
The investigation is said to have
been prompted by reports that Cole
and his wife had quarreled frequent
ly since their Cancellation TIVE weeks
ago after a separation of severaI
months. The warrant Tor the mans
arrest was issued after the loca
health officer had reported that deatf
was caused by poison taken with sui.
cidal intent. Cole was employed ii
pharmacy at Lyndonville, and Mrs
Cole was nurse.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-04-02
Indiana Condition
Becoming Normal.

indianapolis Ind, April Conditions
throughout the flooded districts of In
diana, except in the extreme southern
sections of the state, rapidly are return
ing to normal. Reports from over the
state, today, show that waters which re-
manned stationary for days have partial
iY disappeared, and homes deserted by
their owners are being reoccupied.
In indianapolis hundreds of homes
were cleaned and with furniture which
ooula be salyaged and that supplied by
tie relief committee the owners We're
able to resume housekeeping. Relief
funds are constantly Increasing and all
persons who lost homes or furniture in
the flood are being cared for.
Many persons in the West indianapolis
flood district today We're treated with
an anti-typhoid vaccine and Dr. r. V.
keene. in charge of the medical relief in
the flooded district, said he feared nc
epidemic.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-04-02

Boston, April 1.-The use of Boston
custom house by smugglers of wom-
ems gowns is to be inVestiated by a
federal grand jury, a special session
of which, To begin next Tuesday, was
called, to day.
Expected arrests of custom en-
ployes in this city and confederates IN
New York are to be delayed, 1t is
said. pending the completion of this
inquiry.
1T is assuming greater proportions
than was at first anticipated. SAID
United states District Attorney Asa
p. French today. We are working
as hard as possible to solve the prob
lem, but canot say how soon, or
how many arrests VIII be made. That
depends entirely on future develop
ments.''
The discovery which resulted in the
arrest of one of local customs en-
ployee and his wife, and of the presl-
dent Of a New York dressmaklng com
pany led officials to estimate the eN-
tent Of the contraband trade during
the past five years as amounting to
millions of dollars"
Chief Wilkie, chief of the United
States treasury agents, returned here.
today. Patrick DAILY. a teamster han
ding steamship baggage, was cues
toned at length by Assistant United
States Attorney Vim. II. Garland.
DAILY is said to be the man who was
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-04-02
Over Half Million
In New York City

New York April 1.-The half million
dollar mark was passed, today, in the
fund being raised in this city for the
relief of the Middle West storm and
Hood victims. About $4,000 was con-
trlbuted from all sources within "a
hours. Mayor Gaynor's citizens COM
mittee collected $4,000 of this amount;
the American National Red Cross
workers $4,000 and the Merchants
Association $4,000 Mrs. f. H. Harri-
man contributed $1,000. Two cinnamon
of the On Leong Tong brought 5000 to
the Mayors office and asked that it
be sent to the Governors of Ohio and
Indiana with the compliments of the
Merchants Association of Chinatown.
The Mayors fund included S6073 rep
resenting five per cent. of all the fares;
taken. yesterday. on the subway and
elevated lines of the marlborough
Rapid Transit Co.