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McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
How EIse2

How do you explain the reported
reduction in the size of Boston's smart
set?"
ooh, in the usual way"
"And how is that?"
There's strong-minded woman be-
hind It,"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
His Wife,s WAYS,

isn't your wife clipper"
She's more. She's revenue cut
er!'-Judge.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
So Low You Can Only Feel Il

% EVW FVu NdTf WY Scf ft
An organ recently installed In Low
ell, Mass, can produce tone an &C.
tave lower than has ever been known
before. 1t is described as a mighty
atmospheric throb of awesome majes-
ty, and scientists declare that it must
be rather felt than heard.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Starting Too Hiqh.

"You told me before married you
that my slightest wish would be graft
fed"
$50 did, my dear. but had no
idea at that time that your slightest
wish would be limousine"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
"Hope SPRINGS Eternal.v

Lady Bountiful-Oh, rector. q
thought you would like to know that
old Jones is laid up with rheumatic
fever.
Rector-Thank you 80 much. Tm
always 80 glad to hear of sick par
ishioner.- From the Bystander.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
AZ the Front.

Il have enlisted as chauffeur"
well, my boy, drive your car like
a man and soldier"
Father, I'll spill my last drop of
gasoline in defense of my country"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
BROWN rrlal ARGUED.

Nashville. for the gov
eminent and for defense we're COM
pleted in the trial of WIN B. Brown.
former mayor OF Gallatin. charged
with embezzlement of bank funds.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
RUB-My-TISM

Will cure your rheumatism and all
kinds of aches and pains-Neuralgia,
Cramps, Collie, Sprains, Bruises, Cuts,
Old Sores, Burns, etc. Antiseptic
Anodyne. Price 25c.-Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Water system for School.

Selmer-By a unanimous vote the
board of mayor and aldermen favored
the installing Of complete water
works system in the McNairy County
Central High school building here. The
contract will involve $3.50.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Aoed Nearess Burns to Death.

Paris-A very sad accident occurred
In the old Tenth District when Aunt
Chainey Curtis, respectable colored
woman, aged 80 years. was burned to
death, when her cottage was destroyed
by fire.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
COLDS & LaGRIPPE

5 or 6 doses 666 will break any case
Of Chills & Fever, Colds & LaGrippe;
1t acts on the liver better than Gallo
mel and does not grippe or sicken.
Price 25c-Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
A Blow to Esthetioism.

whats the matter with Professor
Biggers? Is he suffering from palsy?"
mo. He began to shudder when
the Germans first bombarded Reims
and he hasn't been able to stop yet"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Forced Out.

why did Congressman Blowster re-
tire to private life?"
"Oh, for the usual reason"
And what was thatT
Another man got more votes than
he did,"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Charity Committee Named.

Humboldt.-To help allay the suffer
ing the poor in Humboldt caused by
the intense cold weather and hunger.
the Business Mems Club has appoint
ed charity committee to solicit funds
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Appreciation.

The governors wife was telling
Bridget about her husband.
My husband, Bridget" she said,
proudly, SIS at the head of the state
militia"
"Oi thought as much, ma'am." said
Bridget, cheerfully; "ain't he got tn
foine malicious look!"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
The Best Ilniment.

For falls on icy walks, sprains and
bruises, rub on and rub in HanforiIs
Balsam of Myrrh. Apply this linimenf
thoroughly and relief should quickly
follow Adv,
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
liz Size.

what is that story Bragg is telling
of himself about?"
about the limit"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Knew His Dauohter.

Young Mani have called, sir, to
request the hand of your daughter in
marriage.
Grumbells-Has she accepted you?
Young Man-Yes, sir.
Grumbells-Then why do you want
to come round and bother me with
your troubles?
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Visible Proof.

"Clubleigh's wife is deaf and
dumb"
Does she talk with her fingers?"
II guess so. Clubleigh hasn't a dog
en- hairs left on his head"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

The wise young man keeps on the
right side of his rich uncle who III
deaf in his left ear
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

A coat hanger to which is attached
clothes brush has been patented by a
Denver resident.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

At Last Accounts She Was Dead.
The Colonel-Is 1t true, Sogback.
that your wife is dead?
Brother Sogback-Yassah, t'anky.
sab; or, leastways, she was yiste'dy.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

It's the luck of other people that
makes the average man dissatisfied
with his own.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

When the average man makes his
wife an expensive present she always
thinks he must be guilty of some.
thing.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Not Flatterlno.

He-Whenever sing the dog howls.
She-The instinct Of imitation,
suppose.-Boston Evening Transcript.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
An Exc,lentIon.

II don't take any stock In man
who will blacken his own business"
"But suppose he's ninstrel?"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
More for Your Cash.

ut costs more to live now than it
did in the old days.
Eyes, but you get more kinds of
life."
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

He is a fortunate man who can
catch up with his ambitions and his
debts.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Early to bed and early to rise, and
you will probably have to look after
the fires.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Universal peace is merely a matter
of waiting for the other fellow to be-
gin the fight.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Something Hercules Never Did.
PA, what is meant by 'herculean
iabor?"
Hooking woman up the back
son."
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Some people can't even stand up for
their rights without feeling high and
mighty.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

That there is plenty of room at the
top may be due to the fact that SO
many of US are too lazy to climb.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Many a mans character is formed
before marriage-and reformed after.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Discretion may be the better part of
valor, but 1t is often only another
name for lack of nerve.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
A SLOW Learner.

Il fear that Jobson was not intend
ed to have cooking school wife,"
"And why not?"
Hes been married two years and
hasn't yet learned how to use a can
opener with neatness and dispatch"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

The woman who Is always looking
for the latest wrinkle fails to look in
her mirror.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

BY the time a woman acquires a
third husband she begins to think her
attractions are irresistible.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

When a woman builds an air castle
she always uses mans heart as the
foundation.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

The highest rate of interest is On
the trouble that you borrow.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

YOUR OWN DRUGGIST WILL TELL You
Try Murine Bye Remedy for Red, Weak, watery
Eyes and Granulatsd Eyelids; No smartipg-
By mail Free. Murine Bye Remedy Co., Chicago
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Rioht There.

What fad has the club on hand
now"
II believe it's palmistry."
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

For any cut use Hanford's Bal
sam. Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Really big men are measured by
what they do. not by what they say.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

You can't keep a good man down;
nor an upstart.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Start the year by getting Hanford's
Balsam. You will find frequent use
for 1t. Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

The family tree joke is getting 10
be chestnut
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Mo Hooe AZ All.

II presume that poet would starve
to death in this place."
yes, If he lived that long"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Virginia druggists. too, are looking.
for better times
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

The highest ambition of SONG
thieves is chicken roost.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Every mother believes her baby
knows exactly what she says to II.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Ito Development.
How does language grown"
II should suppose from the roots
of the words"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

1t is easier to call man liar than.
1t is to prove 1t.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

important TO Mothers
Examine carefully every bottle of
CASTORIA, safe and sure remedy for
infants and children, and see that 1t
Signature unss. s1 ., IlzAzzZu
In Use For Over 80 Years.
Children Cry for Fletcher's Castoria
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
RYE KEEPS HANDS
OFF IN CONTESTS
AVERAGE OF THREE APPLICANTS
FOR EACH PosiTloN-ANDER.
SON FOR SPEAKER.
800 OFFICES TO Be OPENED
Rye Refuses to Participate in Contro-
versy--No Candidate For State
Office Has His Support.
Wants Party United.

Nashville.
With less than three weeks inter.
vening before the legislature convenes,
with an average of three applicants
for each of the more than 300 offices
at the disposal of the incoming demo-
cratic administration, 1t may be seen
that while the harvest is really great,
the workers also are abundant.
AS governor-elect, Mr.. Rye's admin
istration has been characterized by
wisdom and discretion, he not only
having refused to participate in the
threatened quarrels or to take sides
in any controversy, but has set the
seal Of his disapproval of every act
that might result In factional strife.
Not even his most intimate friend
has had word from him calculated
to inspire the jealousy of others. No
candidate for state office claims his
support, though they all have his bless
ing and good will.
Probably the only candidate for any
place who has his unqualified indorse-
ment is Hon. Hugh c. Anderson of
Jackson, candidate for speaker of the
senate.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
sunreme Court Meets.

Supreme Court meets.
The Supreme Court met In Nash
Vile as scheduled, but no cases will
be heard until Jan. 4. Until that time
Judge Grafton Green will adjourn the
court from day to day.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25

Coal for the Poor.
The emergency coal fund which is
being raised to take care Of the poor
In jackson has gone to the $50 mark
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-12-25
Legislator Marries.

Prof. D. ]. Britain of Maryville col
lege, member of the legislature from
Blount county, was married to Miss
Emma Maud Harris of Oklahoma,
student at Maryville College, where
the professor teaches.
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03
RIdicule Men Afraid Of War.

London.-"Wanted - Petticoats for
strong, ablebodled young men not I'm
the army'-is a sample OF personal ad.
vertlsements in the columns OF London
papers since 1t has become evident
that recruiting the army up to- the
strength desired by General Kitchener
Is to be slow work
Another reads: Doctors wife, mid.
die aged, will undertake the work OF
any tramway conductor, coachmanl
shop assistant, or other married work
er with children, provided that worker
will undertake to enlist and fight for
his country In our hour of need. All
the wife and family. Apply Mrs. Low.
ry, Priory terrace. Kewgreen. g. W."
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03

maerialism has turned our soldiers
into tradcsmen and our heroes into
shopkeepers. and that the splendid
courage of the battlefield belongs to
ancient history.
The European war--monstrous I'm
all It's sanguinary scope has vet
redeemed I'm martial heroism the
best traditions of the race. Day by
day we read the record of individual
and collective daring and of unsur
passed endurance. Never in all wars
OF all the world havo there been
Drawer soldiers following with more
unfiinching courage the several
nags under which they fight.
The Prussian Guards, flowers OF
German soldiery. flingiug themselves
In dauntless abandon upon serricd
ranks OF steel. cut to pieces, decima-
ted. and yet forming their shattered
ranks and riding on TO glory II not
tn victory. That splendid infantry
of French marching with song
over trenches nine miles long ond
over five feet deep in bloody slain to
hght and endure deadlier strain
than fell upon Nhpoleon's guard.
The Scots Grays with the High
ianders at their stirrups. riding into
every English-German battle as gal
iantly to mortal combat as their an
cestors rode at Waterloo. Those hero
Beigians, lighting the siege guns and
the mighty machine OF Germany
with acourage and endurance which
from Liege to Brussels, has been one
long record OF fawless courage and
devotion.
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03
Heath Springs Graded and Uirh
school Honor ROol for Ocfoher

Tenth grade-Earle Crimingcr
Ruth Williams. Esther Williams,
Brinnie Small. Lola Mackey. Roscoe
Htlliard. Sallie Hendrix. Maggie
vaughn. Pearle Crenshaw and CIoyd
Horton.
Ninth grade-Cary Criminger
Iva Leonard VanLandingham. Eu-
genia Mobley. Pierce Biackmon.
DuBose Robertson, Belle Hendrix
irene robertson and Clyde Moblev
Eighth grade-Eileen Horton
Eva Hammond. Clyde Floyd. Ira
Floyd and Arthur Sims.
Seventh grade--Viola CASTOR
Daisy Halle. Dewey Halle. Sallie
Hammond and Pearle Mobley
sixth grade-Julia Bridges. Will
liam Culp, Ruby Hammond. Minnie
Hendrix and Margie Horton.
Firth grade-Dorothy Clarke and
Bates Horton.
Fourth grade-Eva May CASTOR.
Walter Cauthen, Martha Dyches
Annie Belle Hunter, Taylor Moblev
Myrtle Mobley, Annie Grace Mobley
Elizabeth Small. Ruby Williams
Herman Williams and Lottie
Waugh.
! Third grade-Eula MAY Hunter
Eddie Lou Hammond, Mary Moore
and Reba Vaughn.
Second grade--Lily Crenshaw
Louise Mobley, Jessie Lee Sims
Hampton Dyches, Leland Crenshaw
Lawrence Twitty and Willie Bruce
Williams.
First grade-Juanita Bowers
Doralyne Moseley,, Waddell Hunter
Hugh Johnson, Chalma Sims and
Aubrey Cauthen.
JAS. B. BUSHARDT.
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03
WAREHOUSE COMMISSIONER
John L.. McT.aurin Elected to Posi-
ton by General Assembly.

Coulumbia. October 3O-Formsr
United States Senator John Lown-
des McLaurin, now serving as Sena-
tor from Marlboro. WAS tonighC cleo
ded warehouse commissioner. H was
an entirely unpected turn The whole
thing started in the joint assembly,
when Representative Claude Sapp
nominated Senator McLaurin for the
position and said the nomination was
made entirely without the knowledge
OF Mr.. McLaurin, but he wished to
see the warehouse law a success and
felt no one better fitted for the hon
or In in view of his fight for the bill
and his ability.
Senator McLaurin had preyiouc,v
seconded the nomination OF Mr..
James A. Drake OF Marlboro, and
when his name was sprung he stated
that he was committed to support
OF Mr.. Drake and expected to vote
and work for him. In a moment n
conference was held and Mr.. Drake
volunteered to withdraw and Mr.
Mcqueen withdrew the name O,
Mr.. Drake. The vote resulted
Total vote cast 108; necessary te
elect 55; John l.. McLaurin 55; II
|. McDavid "a; Phillip A. Hodge,
28.
The result brought applause ant
congratulations for Senator Nc
Laurin, the real daddy" OF tn,
warehouse measure. The position
carries a salary of $4,000 and ex
penses. Mr.. McLaurin was In M
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03
\ Peace PRAYER.
(Walter Rauschenbusch, i'm pray,
of the Social Awakcniug.n

(Walter Rauschenbusch, i'm prayers
of the Social Awakening.")
90 Lord, since the first blood of
Abel cried to Thee from the ground
that drank 1t, this earth of Thine has
been defiled with the blood OF man
shed by his brothers hand, and the
centuries sob with the ceaseless hor-
ror of war. Ever the pride of kings
and the covetousness of the strong
have driven peaceful nations to
slaughter. Ever the songs OF the
past and the pomp of armies have
been used to inffame the passions of
the people. Our spirit cries out to
Thee to revolt against 1t, and we
know that our righteous anger is
answered by Thy holy wrath.
Break Thou the spell OF the en-
chantments that make the nations
drunk with the lust of battle and
draw them on rs willing tools of
death. Grant us quiet and stead
fast mind when our own nation
clamors for vengeance or aggres-
sion. Strengthen our sense of Jus
Tee and our regard for the equal
worth of other peoples and races
Grant to the rulers of nations faith
in the possibility or peace through
Justice and grant to the common
people new and stern enthusiasm
for the cause OF peace. BLESS our
soldiers and sailors for their swift
obedience aud their willingness TO
the call of duty. but inspire them
none the less with the hatred of
var, and may they never for love
OF private glory or advancement pro
woke it's coming. May our young
men stilI rejoice to die for their
country with the valor OF their
fathers, but teach our age noblcI
methods OF matching our strengtf
and more effective ways OF giving
our life for the flag.
! % thou strong Father OF all ma
ticns. draw all Thy great family to
eether with an increasing sense O
our common blood and destiny, tina
peace may come on eartn n. last. ant
Thy sun may shed It's light rejoicin:
on holy brotherhood OF peoples.
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03
Advertised Letters for Week Ending
October 81. 1914.

Mrs. Emily Beaker, Miss Netelka
Burrell. Miss Ider Bornes, Miss Min
ME Barber Ellen, Miss Curl Crock
EFT, Mrs. Henie G.. Cook. II. III. Den
bar. Miss Lular Howard. Sim Hood
Mrs. w: III. Grant. Mrs. Mary Ogo-
brun. Mrs. M. IL. Hudson, Mrs.
Manda Mackey Mrs. Emily McCor-
dell, Miss Alder Lukes, Miss Arther
NJ. Kelley. Miss Annie Sulins, Rev.
A. II. Smith, Guss Robinson, Dinah
Ross, Mrs. Louisa Mellow. John NJ.
Pate. Miss Addy Thompson. Dubby
Rlghat, j. X. Wilson.
When calling for above letters.
please say Advertised"
JAS. +. HUNTER, Postmaster.
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03
Brave Men-Ancient and Modern.
tBy John Temple Graves, in The


Atlanta Georgian.)
Every age has Its heroic soldiers.
The phalanx of Alexander, the
Spartans at Thermopylae, the Tenth
Legion OF Caesar. the Old Guard Of
Napoleon that dies but never sur
renders" tho Light Brigade at BaIa-
klava, the Scots Grays and the
Highlanders at Waterloo, the Alamo.
which surpassed Thermopylae, and
Picketts charge at Gettysburg.
each In turn have thrilled their times
and taken their places among the
immortals of history.
The taunt has been flung into the
face of this commercial age that
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03
Wounded Nlno Times.

Ostend.-Among the French wound
ed in recent fighting was drssoon
with six bullet and three bayonet
wounds in the upper part OF his body.
He was expected to recover.
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03
Don't Delay Treating Your Cough

slight cough often becomes
serious. lungs get congested, bron-
chial tubes fill with mucous. Your
Vitality Is reduced. You need DR..
Bells Pine-Tar Honey. 1t soothes
your irritated air passages, loosens
mucous and makes your system re-.
sist colds. Give the baby and chill
dren DR.. Bells Pine-Tar Honey.
It's guaranteed to help them Only
25c at your druggist.
The Lancaster news. [volume] (Lancaster, S.C.) 1905-current, 1914-11-03

sense candidate for the position.
Mr.. Cecil Wyche suggested the name
of Governor Blease, but withdrew il
when Senator McLaurin's name was
presented.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-04-13
NATURE FAKER OUT AGAIN;
38.YEAR TEAM WORKIN NC

Muscatine. Iowa, April 13.-John
Schroeder. an expressman of this city,
is driving a team of horses that are IS
years OF age. He has had the horses
ever since they were colts and they
are now in daily use on an express
wagon and stand the work as well as
many of the younger horses which are
working.
A peculiar incident IN connection
with this team Is that the mother OF
the horses is now on the farm of Mr..
Schroeder and is this spring raising
colt. Mr.. Schroeder is of the opinion
that the team is good for several more
years of work with the care they have
always been accustomed to getting.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-04-13

tent musicians have been secured !.
The committee in charge, headed by
Gus Eastberg as secretary and Fred
Ehmke as chairman, have completed
arrangements for the fair.
At a recent meeting Of the building
com nittee IL was decided that opera
tfons on the new building be started
as soon as possible. and that actiyi-
ties may begin before May /. The
Rock Island aerie also decided to af-
fliate with the Moline lodge for the
state convention to be held IN that
city June 9, 10 and IL.