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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

Of colors in his shirt. His scarf fought
valiantly and triumphed DER the loud
est note in the shirt and champagne
colored socks ard shoes completed the
tout ensemble To sum things up,
the costume was what clothing sales
man would call meat and nobby.' Mr..
Bakhmetieff now holds the belt for
long distance endurance dressiness in
Washington.
Preston Gibson, millionaire play
wright in Washington, got something
of hand by appearing with a feather
on his hat. A regular feather perhaps
three inches long perched in the band
of his green sky-piece. However. moth
ing as yet has appeared to threaten
the laurels of the Russian ambassador
as Washington's most advanced dress
er.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
and plans will be discussed for this

anu pans VIII De discussed LOT tnlS
year.
Obituary Record.-Edward T. Law
son, life long resident of this city,
passed from the city hospital az $3.50
Thursday afternoon after an Illness OF
seven months. For the last six weeks
he had been practically helpless with
paralysis, to which his death was due.
Edward Theodore Lawson was born in
the Lawson homestead at 1201 Sixth
avenue, March Is, 1871, and till his
marriage four years ago he had lived
h. Z entire life there. He was married
TO Miss Lena Malmquist May %, 1909,
and then removed TO 1911 Seventh ave-
nue., his home since. Besides his wild,
ow, he leaves two brothers, Fabian
Lawson and Henning Lawson, and two
sisters, Mrs. c. V. johnson and Mrs.
Frank Ahlberg. all of this city. The
funeral was held this afternoon.
Death came at S o'clock Thursday
evening to Mrs. Rebecca King, at the
home of her daughter. Mrs. A. ]. Rec
ord, in Cambridge. She was born in
| GAINESVILLE, Ohio, Jan. 16, 1884. and was
| married Feb. 25, 1854, at Milan. Ind, to
/ Rufus D. King. They moved west to
Illinois in 1855 and since 1889 the fam
lily home has been in Cambridge Mr..
King died July Is. 1889. To their union
were born six children, four sons and
| two daughters. Two of the children
/ died in infancy. One son is Fred ]
King, judge of the Colorado supreme
court. One sister and one brother
also survive.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

now i was very
young when my first
baby was born and
my health was very
bad after that. I
was not regular and
! had pains in my
back and was so
poorly that l could
hardly take care Of
my two children. I
doctored with sew
eral doctors but got
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

1925. He was one Of the German pa
triots of 1s4S and was active in the
revolution of that year, but was aot
destined to go to the front, for they
were captured and disarmed before
they took part in active military SER
vice. In 1851 Mr.. Matthey removed
to Bereburg, Westphalia, the county
seat of Wittgenstein. Here he owned
a book store, a printing establish
ment and published the county paper.
The funeral arrangements has not yet
been completed.
Supposedly in the hest of health, G.
year-old Louis Moon, while in the act
of dressing about 1880 o'clock yester-
day morning fell to the floor of his
room, and died a few minutes later
He had been living with his grand
mother, Mrs. w. H. Moffat, 800 Lee
Claire street, for the past few weeks.
He is survived by his father and
mother and aged grandmother, with
whom he had been residing Although
arrangements have not been complet-
ed as regards the funeral, it is prob
NOAC N4AoN 1SAl ONAg Will OC OSul W AS-
vance, H., for burial.
Mrs. Naomi Underwood, aged %
years, died at $3.50 o'clock yesterday
morning at the family residence,
4l212 W. Second street, after linger.
ing illness of seven months duration.
She was born in Omaha, Neb., April
10, 1885, and with her parents, Mr..
and Mrs. NJ. Lennox, came TO Dayen-
port shortly after her birth. She has
since resided in Davenport. She was
married TO NJ. d. Underwood a few
years ago in this city. She is sur
yived by the husband, her mother.
Mrs. NJ. Lennox, one son, Lloyd IN.
derwood, and a sister, Mrs. NJ. c.
Remine. all residents of Davenport.
The funeral will be held Sunday
morning from the late home with ser.
vtces 1t St Anthony's church at 9
O'Clock. Interment will be made in
st. Marguerite's cemetery.
Following brief illness, Mrs. Ma.
ria Behrendsen of Lake Park, Ia, died
| at 2 o'clock yesterday morning at a
local hospital, at the age OF 81 years.
Mrs. Behrendsen had been in the hos
| pital several days, and every EFFORT
was made to prolong her life, but to
no avail. The husband, Peter M
Behrendsen, the only survivor OF the
deceased, will arrive in Davenport to
day, and will make arrangements for
/ the funeral services.
The funeral. Of the late Mrs. Sophia
/ Markwardt will be held at 2 O'Clock
Sunday afternoon from the residence
of her son. John MarkwaTdt, Isl:
West Seventh street. Intermenr
will be made in Paramount cemetery.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
Quick Relief fer Rheumatism.

George W. Koons Lawton, Mich.
says: DIR. Detchon's Relief for
Rheumatism has given my wife won
derful benefit for rheumatism. She
could not lift hand or foot; had to
be lifted for two months. She began
the use Of the remedy and improved
rapidly. On Monday she could not
move and on Wednesday she got UP,
dressed herself and walked out for
breakfast Sold by Otto Grotjan,
1901 Second avenue, Rock Island;
Gust Schlegel & Son. 220 West Sec
ond street. Davenport-(Adv.l
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
DAVENPORT

Clearing House outine~-With the
largest attendance since the annual
outings Of the Davenport Clearing
house was fuaugurated local bankers
70 the number of Is enjoyed an ex-
cursion trip to Linwood on the steam
er Morning Star and took part in the
festivities aboard and ashore. With
ideal weather conditions and no acct
dent 20 mar the complete enjoyment
OF the occasion the bankers had
thoroughly pleasant time, forgetting,
according 10 annual custom, all ques-
tons of balances and interest, OF
checks, notes and overdrafts. and in
dulging in games and vacation pas
Davenport Savings and North Harri-
the last annual outing two new banks
have Joined the ranks of the local
financial institutions, the Northwest
Davenport Savings and North Harri-
son Trust and Savings banks and the
officers and directors of these institu-
tons helped to swell 60 number en-
joying the festivities.
o.
Assaults Laborer.-Using a Ratchet
in an assault upon Joseph Hernandez,
q laborer. employed with the Carnival
company in the west end, caused tho
arrest Of b. r. Wise. another mem.
Der Of the troupe. Yesterday Wise
was arraigned in police court on a
charge OF assault and battery and
was let OF with a fine OF $25 and
costs, which he paid. The injured
mans cut was attended by County
Physician Ficke and fortunately he
was not more seriously injured In the
attack. The trouble started over
some labor which Wise wanted done
and which Hernandez was not perform.
ing as desired. The two men grappled
for a short time and then Wise, see
ing Ratchet nearby. ran and grabbed
il, and before Hernandez could escape
had struck him a glanctng blow on
top Of the head. A deep cash was cut
in his scalp. but the fact that the blow
was not hit squarely saved his life.
%
Police News. - Henry Cundiff
against whom a charge Of wife deser-
ton has been preferred. has been
granted a continuance OF his case He
will probably have a hearing the first
OF next week. George Decker, charg-
ed with vagrancy. as also was Gus
Fehrs. were given ten days IN jail, but
on their promise TO vacate the city at
once. were ordered TO keep on moving.
w. T. Martens and Harry Dunn. both
charged with creating a disturbance
were fined IS and court costs yester-
day when their cases were aired be-
fore Magistrate Roddewig. Both had
engaged In an argument which finally
ended in fight.
Red Men lnitiate.-A class OF SO
candidates. 35 from Tecumseh tribe
and 10 from the Mulnomah chapter
were initiated at the Burtis opera
house at the big class adoption OF the
!. o. X. NJ. The degree team Of Te-
cumseh tribe. captained by Harry
Ward, exemplified the work Over
700 Red Men gathered at the Opera
house to witness the big adoption. W
A. Day Of Des Moines. great keeper Of
records, delivered an address to the
assembled members, in which he stat
ed that he wished to see the Teeum
sch tribe degree team compete for the
state championship at the degree
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

A touch of rheumatism. OF a twinge
Of neuralgia, whatever the trouble is,
ChambeTlain's Liniment drives away
the pain al once and cures the CON-
plant quickly. First application gives
relief Sold by ali Enthusiastically
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

team tournament which will be held in
Des Moines IN the near future. At the
close of the degree exemplification on
the candidates the body adjourned to
Prosperity hall, marching down in
close file. A social session and smok-
er was held at the hall. Brief ad-
dresses were given by the members.
Divorce MiII.-Appilcaticn for a de-
cree OF divorce has been filed in the
district court by Mrs. Angle Bardole
against her husband, H. .Bardola.
The plaintiff, through Attorney l.. E.
Roddewig, alleges that the defendant
has become addicted to the use of in
toxicating liquors. They were mar
ried in Iowa Falls April "a, 1884. On
the grounds OF cruelty and inhuman
treatment, Mrs. Martha w. Wilson has
filed a suit for divorce from her hus-
band. Albert T. Wilson, through Attor-
ney L. f. Roddewig The plaintiff, in
her petition. states they we're married
in Clinton Oct. 10, 1909.
To Antwerp and Hambure.-Several
Davenport residents left for New
York city, where they will embark on
the steamer Laplandu bound for Ant
werp. They are Henri DeCommer,
Mr.. and Mrs. CAMEL DeDapper, Ca
miel Mercy. The following is a list
of passengers. on the steamer Grant,
from Davenport. who will leave New
York city. June 5, bound for Ham
burg: Mr.. and Mrs. William Doering,
Mrs. Cecille Lorenz, Mrs. H. f.
Knaack, Mrs. Anna Petersen and
daughter, Annie, Herman Stuhr, Au-
gust Bunge and Mrs. Sophie Kram-
beck.
Entertainment Realizes About 500.
The entertainment at the Johnson
school OF Wednesday and Thursday
evenings were both so successful that
IL is anticipated a sum around 500
will be realized. The children gave a
wonderfully pleasing program and
every number was so good, from that
of the little folks who gave the May
! pole dance TO the comic drills,
sketches and songs of the older chill.
dren, that II would be difficult to say
just what was best.
| %
Out for convention.-It was decid
ed. at the meeting Of the Monassa1
I Grotto Of the Yelled Prophets, at Ma
sonic Temple Wednesday evening. TO
make every effort possible to get the
next national convention Of the Mys
/ tic Order Of the Yelled Prophets OF
the Enchanted realm, for Davenport
I and the delegates to the national
meeting were instructed not TO leave
a stone unturned TO have the meeting
held here in 1914. The delegates to
the meeting, George ]. Perry. Charles
H. Krieger and ]. r. n. Jones, IN &C
cordance with their instruction vii
do their best to land the meeting fol
Davenport. There is practically nc
doubt that the meeting next year In
Davenport will be agreeable 10 mem
bers OF the national body, and the
Davenport delegation has been assured
the support OF the Chicago members
Obituary Reeord.-After q long anC
useful career, at the ripe age OF 81
years, Heinrich Matthey. ST.. fathel
OF Drs. Henry and Carl Matthey, pass
ed peacefully away yesterday at The
family home, 1905 Prospect Lane. he
ceased was born al Muhlberg, in tbs
Prussian district Of Ssxony, Feb. q
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
MOTHER
so POORLY
Could Hardly Care for Chill
dren - Finds Health in
Lydia E. Pinkham's Veg.
etable Compound.

Bovins Center. NY" For six years
] have not had as good health as have
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

Chamberlain S Stomach and Liver
Tablets will clear the sour stomach,
sweeten the breath and create heal
thy appetite They promote the flow
of gastric juice thereby inducing good
digestion Sold by all druggists
(Adv.l
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

Ranks Quit Third Avenue. - After
occupying the store building at 161S
Third, avenue for 20 years and having
been in business on Third avenue for
sc years, Rank shoe store will close
its doors Monday and thereafter trans
act business in the one store az 1882
Fifth avenue. The Third avenue room
will be occupied by the Moline Vacuum
Heating company, which will use the
building for storage purposes. The
business was started in 1857 by Jo-
seph Rank and later was continued by
his sons. In 1884 they moved into the
present quarters on Third avenue. In
January, 1913, the business passed into
the hands of G. T Rank and Fred l..
Nelson, the present owners. The store
on Fifth avenue has been equipped
with new lights and other convenience
es. An interesting feature of the
change is the retirement from active
business of August Steiner, who has
been employed by the company in the
capacity of repair man for 50 years.
Sudden Death lnvestiaated.-An in
quiry was made by Coroner R. c. J..
Meyer into the death of James Lewis,
colored, who passed suddenly from the
Henry Robinson residence, 726 Twelfth
avenue, Thursday afternoon. The jury
returned verdict of death by asthma.
He had been a sufferer for about a
year, and had had medical attendance,
but not within the last few weeks. He
was born in Kentucky Aug &c, 1865,
and had been resident here for sew.
eral years. His occupation was that
of janitor. No relatives survive in this
vicinity. The funeral was held this
afternoon from the A NJ E. church
Burial was in Riverside cemetery.
| %
Plan Safe and Sane Fourth.-A safe
and sane Fourth is on the program
again for this year. according to plans
being laid by those in charge of last
years celebration. Such was the sue
cess of that event thai similar plans
will be followed this year. The Fourth
Of July committee, of which Charles P
Skinner is chairman, and c. V. John
son is secretary, is calling a meeting
of all citizens interested in an appro
pirate celebration of Independence
day, to be held in the city council
room in the city hail at O'Clock Mon
day evening A report of the work OF
the association last year will be given
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
.I0SI VITALITY"
COPENHAGEN
MEN SPECIALISTS
iii 18TH street,
MOLINE.

Open only on
W ednesday af-
te.noou md ey-
s.hng. 2 to o;
Friday ere. ] &c
Q. and n day
morning. 9to u.
or other days,
call at Dayen-
port
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
Continues
TO Increase

SID everywhere. In bozes loc-, 2Se.
- largest sale of any zs:ieiae. Ne &c sk>xA
cASisct to Rad The 5Hsetiszs vii every ksz.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
HAMLET

Meigs Kendall went to Chicago Tues
day with a shipment of hogs.
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Seastrand pleas
antly entertained party of friends
Tuesday night.
Miss Lula Cooper spent Wednesday
In Monmouth.
Mrs. Katie Sposton and baby return
ed home Monday from visit with
John Tary and family of Viola.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
BEECHAM'S
PILLS

because they have proved to
BE the best corrective and
preventive of disordered con-
ditions of stomach, liver, kid
neys and bowels. The first
dose gives quick relief and per-
manent Improvement follows
their systematic use. A trial
viii show why, in all homes,
the use of Beecham's Pills
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

In the handbag was found card by
which Mrs. Belz was identified. When
her husband was notified he imme-
diately left for Chicago.
According to Chief of Police ]. w.
Nicholson of Hinsdale, Mrs. Belz had
been suffering from melancholia for
several months. She had been taking
treatments, but little hope Of relief
had been offered her.
All the news all the time - The
Argus.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
The WOYld'S
Confidence in

any article intended to relieve
the sufferings of humanity is
not lightly won. There must
be continued proof of value.
But for three generations, and
throughout the world, endur-
ing and growing fame and
favor have been accorded
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31
MOLINE

Is Held to Grand Jury.-Joseph Gud-
ziawiczius, 90 years old, giving his
residence as SAG Ninth street, was
bound over to the grand jury under
$500 bonds on charge Of larceny after
a hearing in justice court. The young
man was arrested May % on complaint
of Walter Jucewicz. who charged that
the prisoner had rifled his locker at
the Deere plant and had robbed him
of a gold watch and SIS in money. At
the hearing May "a the alleged thief
entered a plea of not guilty and a
continuance was granted until yester-
day. In the meantime, however, the
watch was found concealed in the cell
at the station where Gudziawiczius had
been confined. According to the pc,
lice, the man rifed other lockers al
the plant.
Deere G. Co. Plan Foundry Increase.
when present plans are carried out,
Deere & Co. intend to have at East
Moline the largest foundry in the
Deere organization. New foundry build
ings under construction this summer
are a portion of a contemplated foun
dry 600 leet in length and a second
foundry parallel to it and of the same
length. Present construction provides
for an output of about 10000 tons a
year, and the completion of both COG
feet buildings will provide for more
than 10000 tons a year. AS a result
of the present constructor work, ar
additional 800 employees will be re
| quired.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

Obituary Reeord.-After long and
useful career, at the ripe age OF IS
years, Heinrich Matthey. ST., father
OF Drs. Henry and Carl Matthey, pass
ed peacefully away yesterday at the
family home. 1905 Prospect Lane. de-
ceased was born al Muhlberg, in the
Prussian district Of Saxony, Feb. 20
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1913-05-31

team tournament which will be held in
Des Moines in the near future. At the
close of the degree exemplification on
the candidates the body adjourned to
Prosperity hall, marching down in
close file. A social session and smok-
er was held at the hall. Brief ad-
dresses were given by the members.
The San Francisco call., 1913-08-06
.NE|GHBORs AVER DEPEW
DESERTED HIS CHILDREN
Wife, Who Took Baby From
Court, Offers Evidence
to Get Custody

Testimony that neighbors of Mrs.
Olive Depew, 1857 Third avenue. gave
her food and clothing for herself and
three children was introduced yesterday
by several witnesses for the wife In
Judge Hunts court. Mrs. Depew re-
Gently took possession OF the youngest
child when she stepped into corridor
OF the city hall and walked off with
the baby while attorneys for her and
William III. Depew. cement tray manu-
facturer. were arguing over the dis
posal of the baby. Mrs. Depew Is ask
ing for the custody Of the children.
The case was continued until 10
o'clock this morning. when witnesses
for the husband will be put on the
stand
Fishing trips was the title assigned
by Mrs. Eliza beth A. Busby to excur-
sions that took her from home from
Saturday nights to Wednesday morn
ings. according to the testimony OF
Charles Busby. proprietor of the Hotel
Winchester, before Judge Van Nostrand
Busby was granted an interlocutory de-
cree of divorce
Complaints filed:
Agnes against Robert F. Garney. neglect: Bes-
sie NJ. against Omie ]. Ward. desertion: Charles
s. against Emiyn p. Macarthur. desertion Rob-
ert l.. against Helen L. Burnham. desertion
Leontine against William Fretas. cruelty, Della
against James H. MCNEIL. cruelty: Maud against
John j. Watson. desertion: Arthur NJ against
Bessie v. Pingree. deserton; Lily G. against
William H. Barron. neglect.
The San Francisco call., 1913-08-06
Local Securities

There was better tone and a greater volume
to business on the San Francisco Stock and Bond
exchange yesterday. In listed bonds transactions
totalled $4,000, while $50 shares Of listed
stocks were traded. Spring Valley Water stock
was In demand at rs. Hawaiian Commercial
opened at sc6. so, but later sold at $26.25; Paau-
Packers was firm at $50. California Wine con-
tinued strong SIC being bid and $j2 asked. For
Northern California Power S25.25 was bid and Tor
Onomea Sugar S21.25 was bid.
United Railroads bonds advanced half point
to S55.25 Spring Valley Water As were strong at
500 Sacramento and Woodland 5s were In de-
mand at S95.5o. while San Joaquin l.. and F. 5s
were stroug at SOS.
In the unlisted department $4,000 of bonds
were sold. Western Pacific IS were shade
stronger at aS59.S S11a. while General Petroleum
6s sold at S57.7505S. Pacific Gas common was
stronger at S42. for Western Pacific stock $3.50
was bid and SO % asked. For General Petroleum
stock $3.50 was offered for Honolulu Oil So 90
was bid and for Oakland. Antioch and Eastern
stock $3.50 was bid and IS asked.
The San Francisco call., 1913-08-06
| New York Mining Stocks
NEWS Of THE OCEAN
Exports via Tehuantepec

:, The steamer Isthmlan sailed for salina Cruz
Thursday with cargo laden at this port con-
signed principally to New York and to Europe
via the Tehuantepec railway, valued at s861 07a
the distribution being follows: For New
York; s5ss. 4s2; Germany, $50. 700: Holland
$3.50; France, Sc ;230: Mexico, $1.961: Belgium
s1.724: Brazil. S1.6s4; Cuba, SLIPS: Central
America. s346: South Africa s26a: England
x251 The principal exports and their destina-
tions follows:
TO New York-16s. sol gals and AZ Is vine. 6ss
gals brandy. 81. $50 lbs beans. 12.377 cs canned
goods. 3s4, $50 lbs prunes. 4ss. .15o lbs assorted
dried fruits. 10000 lbs raisins, 81 700 salmon
46.9S0 lbs tea 11s.70s lbs scrap zinc. 218. .o2s
lbs copper matte. 653. 77S lbs wool, IL pkgs ma
chnery. 2.169 lbs and 80 pkgs old rubber, 4,045
lbs casein. 81 pkgs drugs.
To Germany-378. .368 lbs prunes 2o5 $50 lbs
assorted dried fruits, 800 cs honey, S31l lbs
vanilla beans, 14:s4o lbs scrap copper.
To Hollands. 900 lbs prnnes. 49, 500 lbs as
sorted dried fruits, tierces castings.
To France--68S cs canned goods. 1880 lbs
dried aprfcofs. 4,259 lbs cherry stems.
To Helgium-345 canned goods.
To Brszil--5,273 lbs dried fruit, 264 cs canned
goods. Is cs salmon.
TO cuba-s, 75o lbs prunes. 1000 gals wine. 50
cs canned goods
TO England-ss5o lbs dried fruit.
The San Francisco call., 1913-08-06
COURT REBUKES WOMAN
SEEKING FOR DIVORCE
Decree Because of Position Re-
garding Children

That children should not be brought
Into the world by parents who can not
live happily together, was statement
by Mrs Jessie Lowe Jackson on the
witness stand yesterday, that brought
from Judge Sturtevant singing re-
buke and which caused him to refuse
Mrs. Jackson an interlocutory decree.
Mrs. Jackson was suing Charles X
Jackson. an amusement promoter, on
grounds OF cruelty.
The couple have two small children
whose custody the mother sought
The wife told the court that she
could live with her husband no longer
and that she believed she was entitled
to decree.
The San Francisco call., 1913-08-06
Wilson's Views on the Markets

lFrom J. g. Wilson Co.'s private wire)
NEW YORK. Aug. 5.-The stock market had
squirt Of activity today and prices ruled strong.
although there was little In the news to ac-
count for the increase Of speculative opera tions.
We do not think this advance win go very far.
but to 1t seems safer TO buy the standard
issues on recessions than to sell them.
Cotton-Trading a moderate scale,
with the tendency downward most Of the time.
Although shorts covered to extent there
was sufficient scattered selling to cause a
sion In prices
BOSTON. Aug. 5.-The period Of low prices
for the coppers seems to be over. The market
active and frmer today. {.
CHICAGO. Aug. 5.--Wheat ruled hcavy from
start to finish, with important selling by COM
mission houses all day. The action Of the mar
ket shows liquidation OF long wheat. If the
foreign markets follow our lead we may sag
further.