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Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1913-03-28
(From Saturdays Daily.)

Miss Edith Witkopf is reported 10
be quite i'll with Ia grippe.
Albert Honnett Of Webster was a
business caller in the city this morn
ing.
Mrs: E. A: Cutler Of Penn was in
the city today shopping and visiting
for short time with friends.
A. Tuford, Of Lake township, was
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1913-03-28
CITY IN BRIEF
(From Tuesdays Daily.)

Ab0ut forty children attended the
party given yesterday afternoon from
4 to 6 o'clock in the Episcopal Guild
Hall. The time was most gaily spent
in playing games and at $3.50 delicious
refreshments were served to the lit.
tie guests by Mesdame Jerome Free:
man, W. F. sihler, Ralph Mayer and
VIM. Falger.
The German Lutheran Ladies Aid
VIAL hold q food sale at Brainard' s
hardware store Saturday, March %.
Lester and Dssglas Morse Of Web
ster were arrivals in the city yester.
day ana spent . short time hero a.
tending to business affairs and calling
on frasada > ],
P. joresasea q Lkets W. . ~.
se . vs.sse = sasrs'1 y.s,..ia1 saa
ssaay. 4 Il '..',
The annual. egg s.pper q .the Beth,
any church viii take place on tomor.
row WEDNESDAY, evening and otter
ward = shset psssran wlisA hes been
arrsssst fsr will DO: given. IA number
.: reeita:ions win b given BY Mrs.
VIM. wilson Il th,s 49,. ....s,:,.,,.:
F. E. Ellsberry, d. aectrLske; w.s
busineesvisiser in the city yesterday
and today. ).
P M. Grioe, representing Parke,
DAVIS 4 Co., was hero from Fargo to.
day calling on the drug trade.
Mr.. and Mrs. H.. c. Klingel land
daughter, Miss Ruth Of Webster
in the city yesterday afte-non and W
spend short time here attending ia
business matters and shopping.
You will make money by bying "a.
cant lots around the site Of the 500
depot. Fl. Huesgen offers four lots on
School Avetue at low figure. 246-5'
Prof. Knutzen left this afternoon
for Leeds, where he win spend few
days.
M. and Mrs. Ed. Rognass, Of
Churchs Ferry, were in the city for q
short tim, today while enrout, TO theil
home after several days. visit at Eye
land.
Mrs. A. NJ. Mkkeison left today for
Courtenay whcre she was called ~
the illness Of her sister-in-law, Mrs
will Angle.
Mrs. c. E. Dahl returned this after
noon from Warwick, where she played
at the Easter dance given last evening
at that place.
The first section Of the st. Olof ;.
Ladies Aid society win give suppe,
dn the church basement on Wednesday
evening, March 2sth. A cordial in
vitation Is extended . I'D.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Linsey, Of Roel
Lake, have returned 70 their homo u
Ter having been the pleasant guest.
Ut the home Of Mr.. and Mrs.. A. =
Parshall for tho past several days.
Fairy Hi7ck lsft this afternoon fol
q short business visit ct Grand Forks
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1913-03-28
NORTHERN GROWN SEED CORN.
GRASS AND FIELD SEEDS
N. J. OLSEN CO.,
Moorhead, MINI.
Write today for catalog.

G. j. Carlson has taken charge Of
the Hotel Lockwood, on East Sd street
and us now ready to accommodate . num-
Der Of boarders and roomers,
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1913-03-28

Mrs. Bert Parry,f Webster, was n
the city today shopping and, vstng ~
a guest at the home Of Nj. and Mrs.
J. J. Pary.
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1913-03-28
Better than Spanking

Spanking will not cure child
rem of " ettingthe bed. because
it is not a habit but a dangerous
disease. The G.. H. Rowan Drug
Co., Dept. 1882, Chicago. ILL.,,
have discovered a strictly harm
less remedy for this distressing
disease and to make known its
merits they will send a soc pack
age securely wrapped and pre-
paid Absolutely Free to any
reader of The DevilsLakeWorl
This remedy also cur-s frequent
desire to urinate and inability
to control urine during the
night or day IN old or young.
The q. H. Rowan Drug Co. is
an Old Reliable House write TO
them to day for the free medic
inc. Cure the afflicted mem
btrs of your family. then tell
your neighbors and friends
about this remedy. 7-52t
Devils Lake weekly world. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1911-1914, 1913-03-28

Vlsitlng "aOh her daughter Miss Sarah
belle who Is attending school there.
Mr.. and Mrs. MAIDS Mikkelson Of
Garske were arrivals in the city last
evening on the Farmers Line and spent
a short time here between train. Wis.
iting with friends. They left last
evening on No. 3 for Minneapolis.
where Mr.. Mikkelson will receive med.
ical treatment.
Mrs. J. D. Williams and daughters.
Evelyn and Jessie Of Egeland were ar.
rivals in the city and will visit for .
short time as the guests Of Mr.. Will.
liams mother, Mrs. A. R. Bauer. From
here they will go ITO Grand Forks
where they will join Mr.. Williams who
has accepted position in that CITY
and who has been there for a shor+
time looking for I. home.
A feature Of the social season oc.
CURED last evening at the sevilla
apartments when thirty couples, resi-
dents Of the sevilla and invited guests
enjoyed the second Of the dancing par.
ties, Of which William Douglas Is mas.
ter of ceremonies.
R. j. Wilson, the new manager Of
the sevilla was the honored guest and
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

pany The News hopes that Roy and his wife will accept it's belated good wishes for their future happi- ness
 Dr. (. F Perkins, northwest of Spfingdale, is among the number of enterprising farmers and fruit growers who are putting in silos The indications now are that it will not be many years until siIos will be a common sight in this snction Dr Perkins has just com pIeted harvesting the third crop of alfalfa on his place. some of which grew forty-three inches in thtrty-two days Dr. Perkins ex- D cts to secure another cutting this fan. making four in one season. So | will ba seen that this section Is good for something besides fruit af- ter all
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
fhn Eo.e.Tnckef-neh

Beginning Tuesday night Sep sember l6tH tha following prspos.- lions will De debated by Las +. Cole of Brooklyn, N Y.. and w Tucker of springdale.
 N5 The Bible teaehes that zsha.szs sa#ond= coming is lot to be 5a the flesh, but as an invisible spirit being Cole aftirms. Tuck er ieates
 lZTas Bib5e teaches that h soul $ immortal Tucker af- firms. Cole denies.
 N9 III The Bible teaches a probation after death cole al firms. Tucker denies
 No " The Bible teaches that the RIeked are punished by being tortured in literal fire and to remain there in painful agony for eternity Tucker affirms, Cole de- nies
 No V The BibIe teaches that the judgment is not a 24-hour day. and that tAe earth will not then nor thereafter be destroyed by fire 7" Col4 atfilms, Tucker denies
 No NJ The Bible teaches that penitent sinner < immersed in wat er i'll order to remit or wash away sins Tucker affirms. Cole denies
 The debate will open each even ing with devotional services, begin ing promptly at 7s45. and the speaking at 5 o'clock
 The debate will be held at the Auditorium No adimttanee fees or 3ablie collections
 The pubic is Invt5d b hear this iabate
 One evening iezote5 D each afop- 9sf}ea
 V q Tueker
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
Bu4hday. Gel btation.

Ab5at oae h1n 1red ftty etativa s. ae.ghhofs and friends gathered 2. the home af Mrs Mary Norman, on -be 22nd day of August to eeIe- arate the s2nd birthday of Uncle Jonathan Smith
 The crowd pecan to gather about zen o'elo k. ca carrying baske $ filled with all kinds of deIcaeies Dinner vas spread ar spring, and Il ,s useless to say but that all did ampla justice 10 the long table. that was aden down with all Kinds of goodies.
 The aftera Fl va SD # very pleasantly sin ing aa1 eouy rsirg with oll fsian
 Thosa a.senl.ng out If tho om- munity were NJ and Mrs Rollman of siloam springs, ITS Johnston aud Ms Hart. daash tr of ta le Jonathan, of sulphur sqeEaes and Mr Abe smith U Broken tr- TOW, ok.a TFa children #ere ali n attendance
 All enjoyed themselves to the fullest extent and al late hour bale one another good-by and the best of health to Uncle Jonathan and hoping they would have the same pleasure rep ated again. X
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

have purchased the business of the Variety Store. two doors east of r X N Bank. from c R Harv- ey formerly owned by seweu < Son The business VII be in charge of my son l. M Graham. assisted by Erie Graham, who will took af- Ger tAe soda fountain, and We re- sp- tfally solicit your patronage
 B W Graham
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
South Bound.
North Bound.

Come to THE LEADER to do your shopping in the dry goods line. We have just returned from St. Louis where we purchased the most complete line of everything we have ever had in stock.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
Closing out sale

I will sell ny entire stock of harness and saddles u reduced price for the next 30 days as I wish to dose up my business in Spring dale My reasons are this. am now 73 years old and eannot stand up to do hard work Those wishing q good hand made harness now $ the time to buy.
 .a,as
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
 Notice.

You will find my Breeding Barn books at Sanders X Clarkson s Grocery store. at Fayette Beasley s old stand, east of Arcade Hotel in charge of Andrew Sanders Please call and make settlement at once as we must collect up Resp,
 1S-3t j. B II. Young
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
 SPRIAGDALE MARKETS.

At the time of going to press this week local dealers were paying the following prices for produce, etc. Prices on flour, bran and chops are those paid by the consum-
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

THE LEADER Is glad they can at this time inform the public that they have ready for their inspection one of the largest and most up-to- date stock of dress goods in Spring dale and invite you to call.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

In ye olden times the neighbors clipped in" to assist the friend whose house had burned Times have changed. Secure policy from us and be independent of char ity Smith & Fitzgerald. Spring dale. Ark.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

The stenotype taught in the Springfield Business College is the fastest writing machine Tn the world and $ much easier to learn than shorthand Enter now Places for loo girls to work for expenses. Write for particulars
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

have connection through bonded mercantile adjusters with the law yer and credit men in every part of the civilized world, by which l can collect your notes account or judge ments anywhere on commission basis tf.
 N Iauyic
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

| complete line of Mems furnish. ings. triangle collars and something new in neckwear always on hand. THE LEADER.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

THE LEADER has just received, a large assortment of Curtain Nets, serims, Cretonne. Dresden Drapery, Orion Robes, etc call and see them.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

A fine. } year old. mare for sale at q bargain, and on terms to suit purchaser
 She is q good driver. and will also make fine farm and brood mare Good conditions Call on Dr. Summers at Elm Springs-i8-3t
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Yes we have the Premium overall and will put it up against any thing sold in the way of an overall and We sell them at DOC pair too. THE LEADER
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

When It rains come to THE LEADER and get ram coat. We have stocked them ia Mems, Ladies, Misses. BeYs and Chilirens.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Ladies who have trouble getting the little folks footwear should avoid all this by going "a THE LEADER They have Il complete line of GhiIdrens shoes made by a speciality house
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
Farm horse, good work CT; trade for milk COW.
 Fredricks Realty Go.
SEED RYE

A car load of seed rye just received by c. M. Phillips, at the flour and feed store. Price S1.1O per bushel.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Ask that yoas yoses be cas- for Friendship Sunday School when you make a purchase at J s P John sons X Son sale We are trying to win the piano, and solicit your aid
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Yes we will have our Ladies coats in right away We have q bill to them in the house. Re sure and st-e these coats before buyng your fall coat. THE LEADER
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Hereafter our ice wagon will not stop at places where the bill is not paid on the first of each month
 Peoples Meat Market
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Ladies, be sure and go to THE LEADER if you are looking for something new in silks and dress goods. they have the goods.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

If you want the newest in every thing go to THE LEADER to do your shopping.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

If it's hosiery you are looking for you should buy Monarch h; THE LEADER and not have to be darn ing all the time or buying new pair every week.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Do you gamble l. ts gambling to carry your own insurance Place your insurance with smith X Fitz- gerald. Springdale. Ark
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

THE LEADER has just reeeiyed and placed in stock line of Mems dress pants that are some pants. See them.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Our new fall stock of Mems and Ldies shoes has arrived. If you are looking for something new in footwear come to THE LEADER and we will take pleasure in showing you.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

If you are q young man or an . q man, why not have that new fall suit fit Let THE LEADER take your measure. They guarantee a fit.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Men if you ever have any tronb- le getting a workshiff cut large enough with sleeve long enough go t0 THE LEADER and get the Big-E-Nuf and your trouble is over. Only 4Jc, too.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

One good work horse for sale. Cheap Smith & Fitzgerald Ins Agency.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

See White Kennan at the Racket Store for watch and clock repairing
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

The Friendship Sunday School Is trying to win the piano at the sale of ] s P Johnson X Son. They will appreciate your votes.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

It is better to have insurance and not need 1t than need il and not have 1t For tae best. see Smith & Fitzgerald Springdae. Ark.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
Of local Interest.

------------- Mrs. E. c Conley, who has been quite ill with bilious fever for sev- eral days, is 10 better.
 Mrs. q A Graves has been at Rogers this week at the bedside Of her sick daughter. Mrs George Smith
 Mrs Watson and daughter Miss Ola arrived home Friday from Ar yada. Colo. where they had been spending q few weeks
 ;. :. .-
 C R Harvey. who recently trad ed for the Variety Store. owned by Sewell & Son, has traded the same to B w Graham
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 R c Clark is putting a system of waterWorks at his home near the high school building, and is oth- erwise improving the property
 The News Is requested to anz nounee that there will be regular services at the First Baptist Church next Sunday, morning and evening
 ]. < ;.
 MT and Mrs Lee Gregg of Gol- orado City. Colo. arrived on Thurs day of last week and will spend a To ,1 old friends
 Miss Etta Farmer of ClarksEille Is here visiting with her cousin, Mrs B P Smith, being aceompa- nied by her friend Mss Collier. of tha same plaee
 Bouton arrived home Iast We k from Philadelphia where he had been representing the Ozark Fruit Growers, Association through the peach season
 NOTICE All person who wi I take students to room or board please to report to " H Ban'a Immediately Tr. eo make SC ial rat-s for students
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 5pefngdaIa js to lave | candy fae-oey l. will =be losated up stairs h h.. buildfug occupied byZthe Wirthmore stofe and VII De op4- ra,ed 5y F. Bentley ot Chester W q 0wu3ey V Gra7-- Guy HeDafid and Willard Lear SD nt Tuesday and Wednesday fish Ing on Illinols Tns4 were aeeomp- ani4a 5y Wal Fergus 5t u SpE5ugz
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 Tn telephone c9mpaa5.ia te7r= Ing down the p59e5 and wires D t9een Fayetteville and sehgman taa tou Hn4 wIrss haviHg De Il strung Along the telegraph pol on tAe rad=oad rlght-of-aas
 j. 2. <.
 IHfoHmat3oa eomes from Russell vile of the birth of nine pound son on Friday to Mr and Mrs Guy Gardner Mrs Ca .tiner vas form er Miss Forest Ellis, daughter of D. E F Ellis Of Fayetteville
 < + !.
 Lea Sanders left Saturday evening for Ludington. Mi h where he will spend three or four weeks Mrs. Sanders and sAl1-ea have been spending the aumm ' up there and they Nill ssturn with Mr. Sanders
 I. z. ;.
 While thls road working spirit $ abroad Ill the and would it not De good ida to put little work on the streets of the town Prac- tteaIly every 5tre is ne ding work and some are tu very pad 5onit- ton
 Mrs. H ( Hanktns and children who lad been he1e visiting the for n ITS parents, Alr and Mrs Wayt. left 5atHdag afternoon for Coin, Iowa 10 join MT Hankins vho $ eneased n ! n etins at that place
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 Mrs w Graves and son Hom CT arrived home latter part of last week from Claremore. Okla where they had been for the benefit Of the latter's health It is thought that the baths over there We're ben efieiai to him
 MT and Mrs R. " Waldron and little daughter left Monday after noon for 1aida. Colo, to visit with relatives They will also visit at Colorado Springs before returning and expect to be absent for coup le of months
 5 W Hawkins has leased the Commercial Hotel on HOlcOmb
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Try Larabee's Flour once You Il try no other. Sold Uy Limbaugh Brothers
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Johnson X Sanders for groceries. salt, hay and feed. Phone No. 81tf.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

For cold drinks. ehili etc, call On N D Dakon at the Blue Cafe near the depot
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

For bread that is light and right, try Larabee's Best Flour, only at Limbaugh Bros
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Save your peach seed for the Lowell Nursery
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

It i3 too late for insurance when the fire occurs. Get your policy now from Smith X Fitzgerald. Spring dale. Ark
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

The Friendship Sunday School so- hcits the aldo everyone in their contest for the piano at the J. s. P. Johnson & Sons sale. Cast oyur votes for us.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

PerCherGn mare and yeariiRg colt, $15O.
 w. B. Moore, Fredricks' Farm, T. miles north of Johnson.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Benton County plat book wanted. Call at News office.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
To the Public.

will begin buying shipping ap- pies at my warehouse, north of Fris- co depot, on Monday. September 1
 l.. Powell
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Flour that s worth more at the Wirthmore
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
For Sale

Nice gentle family horse, buggy and harness for sale Mrs. " l.. Poore South Springdale 1t pd.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Lightbread is delight when LaFabee's Best Flour is used, and is found at Limbaugh Brothers
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

U B wanted Il the Wtrthmora
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
Elberta Peach Trees.

Special low price on Elberta trees if ordered at once. See me Spring dale Nursery Co, E F Rice Prop
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

When the title of D D goes to a preachers head 1t Is a misfit.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Go to THE LEADER and took at their new case of Gingliams be- fore buiying your school dresses.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
the Public.

l. looks good at Wirthmore
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
Notice.

Look for the new sign Wirthmore.
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29
FRISCO TIME CARD

FRISCO TIME CARD
 South Bound. No 715,.. .. .12:34 D. III. No. 5, 7:21 a. m No B., 8:10 D. m.
 North Bound. No A.. .858 a m. No. 716,.. A 4:37 D. m No. s, ,.......... 9.04 D. m
 A. NJ Leitzell, Agent. Come to THE LEADER to do your shopping in the dry goods line. We have just returned from St. Louis where we purchased the most complete line of everything we have ever had in stock.
 I have connection through bonded mercantile adjusters with the law yer and credit men in every part of the civilized world, by which l can collect your notes, account or judge ments anywhere on commission basis If.
 J. W. Lewis Johnson X Sanders for groceries. salt, hay and feed. Phone No. 81tf. Yes we have the Premium overall and will put it up against any and We sell them at DOC pair. too. THE LEADER.
 Save your peach seed for the Lowell Nursery.
 See White Kennan at the Racket Store for watch and clock repairing If you want the newest in every thing go to THE LEADER to do your shopping.
 One good work horse for sale Cheap. Smith & Fitzgerald Ins Ageney.-15-2t
 It is better to have insurance and not need 1t than need it and not have 1t For tae best. See Smith & Fitzgerald springdale, Ark
 THE LEADER Is glad they can at .bto f,tna ;atar,,, .bo ,.,.bIie that they have ready for their inspection one of the largest and most up-to- date stock of dress goods in Spring dale and invite you to call
 Closing out sale
 will sell ny entire stock of harness and saddles at redueed price for the next 30 days as I wish to dose up my business in Spring dale My reasons are this: am now 73 years old and eannot stand up to do hard work Those wishing good hand made harness now $ the time to buy.
 ! L 5ones Yes, we will have our Ladies coats in right away. We have q bill to them in the house Re sur. and ste these coats before buyng your fall coat. THE LEADER
 Try Larabee' 5 Flour once. You Il try no other Sold gy Limbaugh Brothers
 Do you gamble l. is gambling to carry your own insurance Place your insurance with smith X Fitz- gerald Springdale, Ark
 If you are q young man or an o man, why not have that new fall suit fit. Let THE LEADER take your measure They guarantee a fit.
 For cold drinks. ehIli etc call On W D. Dakon at the Blue Cafe near the depot
 THE LEADER has just received. large assortment of Cur1ain Nets, serims, Cretonne, Dresden Drapery, Orion Robes, etc. call and see them.
 Ask that yoa- vo.es be east for Friendship Sunday School when you make a purchase at J s. P John sons < Son sale We are trying to win the piano, and solicit your aid
 Men if you ever have any tronb- le getting workshiI1 cut large enough with sleeve long enough go t0 THE LEADER and get the Big-E-Nuf and your trouble is over. Only 45c, too.
 In ye olden times the neighbors
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Ts ts Tom Gandfe has len en- 5og5az Ftstt the past few Jays rom =H!s earae daughters. Mrs Bo- Ia s5esroa and M. Lizzie swefford J Nuskogee, Okla, and Mrs Effis aier 5f Van Bur Ed Gaadle and famaK of Pultin were also up for I short visit Mrs Mieir was cal : 4d home Tuesday night by the crit =iaal Illness of Mr Mieir's mother
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Inf9Hmaaoa eomes from Russ e}i- vile of the birth of l nine pound son on Friday to Mr and Mrs Guy Gardner Mrs Gardner Was form er Miss Forest Ellis, daughter of D. E F Ellis of Fayetteville
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

c Bouton arrived home last Be-k from Philadelphia where he had been Fepres snting the Ozark Fruit Growers Association through the neach season
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Miss Etta Farmer of ClarksVille Is here visiting with her cousin, Mrs B P Smith being aceompa- nied by her friend Miss Collier, of tha same p1aee
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Mrs. H C Hankins and children, who lad been heTe visiting the for ID ITS parents. Mr and Mrs | Wayt. teft 5at4rday afternoon for Coin, Iowa 10 join Mr Hauktns who is engaged n n eting at that place
The Springdale news., 1913-08-29

Cons .defable stir was created in SpringdaIe latter part Of last week when telephone subscribers calling for Fayetteville We're informed that there would be a charge of , cents for talking with that point Such kick was made that the order was suspended, whether temporarily or permanently is not known Local employes of the company say the order for charging 15 cents to Fayetteville was issued from the af- fiea at that point. and tile matter has been taken up with headquart : CTS Iu the meantime we are talk Ing Hth Fayetteville as heretofore
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 Some time ago The News receiv, q information of the marriage of Roy Holeomb at Ontario, Oregon. but through an oversight failed to make mention of same The bride was Miss Leta NJ Sisley, q young lady of that place. Roy is son of Mir and Mrs Calvin Holcomb, residing out west of Springdale and has been in Oregon for some time past in the employ of an electric light con-