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Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
LOOKING UP STATISTICS

C. D. Babcock, a member of the
State Industrial Accident Commis-
sion, was in Dallas last week looking
up statistical information regarding
Dallas industries that will be effected
by the Workmen s Compensation Act.
Discussing the law, Mr.. Babcock
said:
1t is designed to do away with liti-
CATION between employers and en-
ployees on account of personal in
iuries to workmen, and to provide in
lieu thereof, a plan Of compensation
that will be prompt, certain and prac-
tically automatic. The law is elect
i've. but certain industries will come
in automatically unless the act is
specifically rejected.
Industries are divided into two
classes, A and B. In class A the en-
ployer pays into the state Industrial
Accident Fund, go of his payroll and
the workman " of per cent. of his
wages. In class B these amounts are
l 4 and y of / per cent. In either
class the employer who operates for
twelve months without an accident
will be eligible TO exemption, and will
cease paying into the fund until an
accident occurs, the protection Of the
law to continue throughout the period
of exemption"
Anyone interested in the law may
obtain a copy by writing the Commits
sion at Salem.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
A HIGH NOON WEDDING

In a pretty wedding at the home of
the brides father at Perrydale, Miss
Elsie L. Keyt and Lewis V. Macken
were married at high noon last Sun
day by Elder I. N. Nuke of the
Christian Church at Bethel.
The bridal party entered the beauti-
fully decorated parlors, as Miss Wan
da Keyt, sister of the bride played
the Wedding March. The bride s
bouquet was of brides roses and she
wore dainty gown which was at
tractive and in keeping with the beau
tiful surroundings.
The bride is daughter of the Hon.
d. L. Keyt of Perrydale, and was for
several years proficient and popular
public school teacher in this county.
Mr.. Macken is a popular young
man, who has made good, he was a
public school teacher for several
years, and for two years, was super
visor of public schools in the Philli-
pine Islands. He was elected last
June to the position of Rural School
Superintendent of this district, which
position he now holds.
The wedding was not a complete
surprise TO the many friends of the
couple, but was unexpected by some.
After short wedding trip, Mr.. and
Mrs. Maeken have returned to Dallas
and are stopping at the New Scott
Hotel, receiving the congratulations of
their many friends.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
Tax Paving Time.

The taxes are being paid at the rate
of nearly two thousand dollars a day
for the first six days. The usual
complaint is made that taxes are too
high and the new law is condemned.
All taxes not paid by April first will
have the penalty of one per cent a
month assessed.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
PLAY BALL

What kind of base ball team will
Dallas have this season? This ques-
ton was asked in crowd of fans
that were getting uneasy to hear the
command PLAY BALL. The Observ-
er understands that steps have been
made to organize winning team.
The following gentlemen have been
selected as a committee to start the
ball a-rolling.---Tom Stockwell, Pres
ident, Clarence Shultz, Treasurer
Walter A. Tooze Jr., Secretary; Ar
thur Serr, Manager. 1t will take
some money to put the grounds in
condition and also to have the same
fenced and then comes the suits.
There is no better advertisement for
a city than a good ball team and it
has always proved a good drawing
card to any town. The commercial
club can not spend money to better
advantage than to assist in securing
a good team and the merchants are
also interested in this matter. When
the committee starts out to see what
they can do to start the fund requir-
ed, be a good booster, and subscribe
to the cause. When they find out
how much they can raise, they can
commence to arrange for the players,
and the more you subscribe the better
success will be had in securing.a win
ming team, and that is what Dallas
wants a team that will bring the pen
ant to the home grounds.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17

. WORTH KNOWING
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The average male brain among civ
ilized races weighs about 40 ounces;
in the female about 5 ounces less. 1t
measures about 105 cubic inches. 1t
consists of 3OO,OOO,OOO nerve cells, of
which 1900 are disintegrated and de-
stroyed every minute, so that we have
a new brain every 60 days. The
brains of public and famous men, as
well as criminals, weigh about 60
ounces.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
O. P. G. Officials Visit Dallas.

A. F. Douglas of Tacoma and At
tilla Norman of Eugene, both Of
ficials of the Oregon Power Company,
were here Friday looking after com
pany business. They were entertain
ed by Mr.. J. L. White, manager of
The company and enjoyed dainty
dinner at the Gail, where the table
was tastefully decorated for the oc-
casion.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
Polk County Girl Winner.

Out of the thirty-two students that
were given honor marks for the ex-
celIence of their attainment in schol-
arship of the first semester just clos
ed at the Oregon Agricultural Col
lege, Miss June Seeley of Indepen-
dence received the highest marks.
This young lady received nine AS,
you have to grade over SO per cent
to receive one A.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
COURT NEWS

The case Of F. M. Suver VS.. County
of Polk, State of Oregon, action for
money, was decided in favor of the
plaintiff. The County will probably
appeal the case.
The case of the State of Oregon VS..
Lester Il. Stone went to the jury at
3 O'Clock Monday. They were out
all night, and the result was hung
jury.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
Receive Diplomas.

Mrs. Hugh Black, Mrs. II. @. Camp
bell and Mr.. and Mrs. C. C. Curtis,
who have been in Salem, studying
school methods, under the direction
of the American Christian Mission
ary Society, have returned to Dallas.
All were successful in receiving their
diplomas.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
PUPILS Attend Court.

The pupils in the Sth grade of the
Dallas Grammar School, Miss Sadie
Lynn. teacher, visited the Court Fri
day afternoon and received praeti-
cal lessons on Court proceedings.
This was the first time for many of
them to enter a Court Room and al
though it was lesson, the pupils
proved to be interested in every de
tail.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
A Little Shy on Cash.

The state of Oregon owed the neat
sum of $704,7O1.85 on December 31st
last, according to the report of the
state auditing department. This will
probably be increased to nearly or
quite a million dollars by the time
the April tax money is available.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
HIGH SCHOOL LECTURE

The third lecture in the university
course, will be given at the High
School, Thursday evening, February
10Th, at 8.15 p. m. DR.. Conklin will
deliver the lecture on "Habit and
Happiness and everyone is invited
to attend.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
Band Concert Tomorrow Night.

The seats are selling fast for the
band concert tomorrow night at the
armory. If you have not reserved
your seat, do so at once. The band
boys will give a good performance and
you will be well repaid to attend.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
Candidate for JndRe.

Mr.. Glen o. Holman of Dallas will
be a candidate for nomination on the
republican ticket for Judge of this
district Mr.. Holman has experience
in court practice and is well read
in his profession.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17

High School, served dinner to the
club members, who greatly enjoyed it,
and were eloquent in their praise of
the young ladies cooking and serving
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
WE WANT THE NEWS

When you have little item,
SEND 1T IN.
There is no time like the present to
begin.
Well appreciate it too
just like we always do---
If you'll promptly send your little
item in.
When you hear that something's hap
pened,
MAIL IT IN
It will only take two pennies worth Of
tin;
You'll feel better every day
All along life's rugged way,
If you'll think about the printer,
so begin.
If you know of any news note
PHONE 1T IN
1t will make us smile from forehead
down to chin;
1t will drive away the blues
When your neighbor reads the news
So phone your local paper
phone it in.
When you hear of some occurance
STEP RIGHT IN
We will greet you with 'howdy"
and grin;
For we like to print the news
And twill save our only shoes
If we do not have to chase the items
in.
Two verses of the above appeared
in the Albany Herald last week as an
ode to that paper as original. They
are off, as it was published last No
vember in the Minco Oklahoma Min
strel.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
Attention chorus Members.

A meeting of the chorus is called to
meet at the assembly hall in the Ii
brary at 3 o'clock Friday afternoon.
A full attendance is requested.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17
Candidates Petitions

The candidates who want office can
be supplied with their legal petitions
at the Observer Office. A limited sup
ply on hand.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-02-17

copyright
the Of the country out
w. Goeha chief engineer of the Panama CANAL had prac
mmissonerhp of New city
his
would be until after the formal
of announcement
Wilson appointed him the canal zone to
Brooklyn June 20 1883 He
Merrill charge of Ohio river i'm
1891 and charge of Tennessee
assigned
1900 he assigned to take charge
Feb "a 1907
chief engner charge of the Panama canal work
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20
DELIGHTFUL EASTER
 PARTY FOR LITTLE TOTS
Or. and Mrs. William Berl Enterta med
 for Little Daughter Patricia

Dr. and Mrs William Bell of North Central Avenue, made the Easter seq son memorable for the little folk, they entertained in honor of their children Miss Patricia Bell. Miss Madeline Bell and Alfred Bell. The tiny hosts re- ceived their guests on the veranda that way gayly decorated in Navajo rugs and flowers. The garden formed an ideal playground and here peanut hunt and jolly search for eggs were en-
 joyed by the youngsters after a merry hour passed in the swings, seesaws and teeter trotters. The affair ended with a grand march. The souvenirs were Easter conceits.
 Mrs. Bell was assisted in entertain ing by Mrs. R E.. Terrence, Mrs. E. A.
 Burford. Mrs. Harry Dahlman and Miss
 Lucy Terrill Ellis The affair was giv- ing complimentary to the kindergarten who were:
 Mary Stanly Woodson, Betsy Brad | ley. Leon Kiethline, Alice Fowler, Har- | ry Wilkinson, Catherine Christy, Doro- | thy Plath, Myrtle Messenger. Harry Messenger, Myrtle Messenger. Jack | Newmen, Muriel Miller. Mildred Shy.
 Helen Louise Stotts. Barry Goldwater. Robbie Goldwater, Kenneth McDer-
 mith, Marion Shedd. Marion Whitney, Gertrude Whittesy, Mary Culver, Harry 1 Sheup, Leda Reuben, Ruth Drane, Watson Deity. Martha Futile, Clair
 Pierce Junior Hildreth, Helen New | house.
 l The older children present were: | Georgeine Barnes. Dolly Franklin, | Josephine Franklin, Louise Baptist Jo- 1 sephine Baptist, Margaret Christy Gertrude Evans, Marian Duncan, Mar
 ian Bennett, Dorothy Stauffer Pricilla
 Thayer Ruth Behn. Hadley Williams,
 Robert Lewis. Robert Terrence, John
 Hanna, John Loper, George Terrence. Georgie Connolly. Earl Boden Weld 1 Thayer, Ruth Tweed, Alice Tweed, William Tweed. Louise Hedger. Sam
 Burford, David Jones. Howard Erb, Phillipe Jones, John Dahlman. Paul
 Palmer, Payne Palmer, Jim Jones, Nel-
 lie McClung. Willie McClung.
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20

The new church will be erected at the corner of Third Avenue and Van Euren, two blocks north of the present church
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20

The very important issue of state wide prohibition has been raised. A campaign in favor of constitutional amendment will be shortly instituted This. like all other important ques- tions has two sides, on each of which are found honest and intelligent per sons.
 The Republican has decided to pro- vide for reasonable discussion of this issue in it's pages, allowing to each side at least half column daily for signed articles, for which there will be no charge. No anonymous article will be published.
 It is only stipulated that the com for and against prohibit
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20

were of one mind. Each Sunday of late has given additional proof of the need of new and larger home for the congregation. For several Sundays the church has been crowded. It was a wonder where all the people came from. At first it was thought that the at tendance was accidental that is, that there had been an influx of strangers who would not be seen again. But ev- cry Sunday since the strangers have been coming back until they are no longer strange and more strangers have been coming.
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20
. CHORUS GIRL
 HAS X HEART
Hazel Lake Says So-Pooh Poohs Idea That Ventric- ular Organ Thumps Not Truly to Seductions of Dan Cupid's Tyre.

discovery has been made in Phoe- nix which will be of infinite value to the courts of New OYrk
 the courts of New York
 This momentous question was raised by the breach of promise suit brought by Miss Lavina Mason against Sidney Henlein, which has stirred the coun try the past few weeks. And why?
 All because of Henleins defense that in in legal things is:
 That prior to and all times men toned in the plaintiffs complaint. the plaintiff was and still is, and was and is known to be, engaged in the theat- rical profession as dancer and singer in choruses. in that variety known as musical comedy, being what is com monly known as a chorus girl
 Testimony of Miss Hazel Lake Lake, known far and wide as the 90- horsepower soubrette. does not bear out Henlein's statement.
 Ridiculous" said Miss Lake indig- nantly, as she protested against the libel and asserted that a chorus girl is not only capable of love. but of a deeper. truer and more steadfast senti- ment than the average young woman She has worked hard, she has often suffered many hardships, and her very knowledge of life has taught her val ues. The actor in the drama is play ing a part in her professional life, but it is the successful business man who wins her admiration and is more | worthy of her love-
 It surely was Hazel Lake. but in an entirely new role. Her scorn rang true when she read an account of the Henlein Mason proceedings. Can a chorus girl love or can she not? And. if she cannot, why not? | Why should the chorus girl always i be blamed? ?' she asked Tt isn't they | who make the advances. How about | the stage door?"
 1 We'll who knows?
 | At any rate. Hazel Lake certainly 1 has a heart or she would not be the favorite she is with her company whose members know what "profes I sional jealousy" is She is featured more prominently than the principals,
 yet they, like those in front are all | for her.
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20
FORUM F0R DEBATING
 STATE WIDE PROHIBITION

tion be just and fair and that in no case shall there be any wild and eX- travagant statement that will in any way reflect upon the reputation of Phoenix for good order.
 It is suggested by The Republican that either side. desiring to avail it. self of this offer of space. name a committee through which all matter relating to the issue shall be trans mitted. In such case, all communica- tiOns received al this office from other sources will be rejected We believe that this arrangement is ne- cessary to keep the discussion within reasonable lines.
 No paid advertisements from either side will be accepted.
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20
MONEY POURED OUT
 FOR X NEW CHURCH
Presbyterian Congregation Subscribed
 $31,700 in Forty Minutes

It is easy to raise money in Phoenix for d good purpose. That was proved again yesterday morning when sub scriptions were taken at the Presby- terian church to fund for the new $100, ,0O0 church building. Subscriptions poured in at the rate of more than S750 a minute. The avalanche lasted for forty minutes and at the end of that time the sum of $31,700 had been sub- scribed.
 There were several causes for this outpouring. The subscription session was preceded by session of discus ion regarding the need of new build ing and concerning that the members
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20
SMASHING THE RECORD

She broke the trotting record, said he, "all clean and slick Say, talk about your steppers. She made the rest look sick" What horse was that?" I asked him.
 My daughter twas said he. She broke the record lately For the turkey trot. did she
 Judge.
Arizona republican., 1914-04-20

You are the manager here. eh? Well, years ago I dned here, and be- ing unable to pay my bill you kicked me out
 Very sorry. sare; but business, you knOW-er'--
 oh. that's all right, old chap-but might I trouble you again ?''-The Tattler
The Washington herald., 1914-03-25
The Presids,fs Opportunity.

Not long ago The Herald ventured
to suggest that not only would the
public be deeply interested to learn
more of President Wilson's reasons and
arguments for so earnestly advocating
the repeal of exemption of American
ships from payment of canal tolls, but
that a more detailed expression from
the President would aid greatly in the
passage of the bill. At that time there
seemed little danger that Congress
would not enact the repeal, but it is
plain to be seen now that it will only
be accomplished after a bitter struggle.
No doubt the President is well forti-
fed with convincing arguments in sup
port of his position. Is no. this the
opportune moment for him to COM
municate them TO Congress, so as TO
counteract the effect of Representative
Underwood's impending oratory and the
influence of Speaker Clark, provided he
does decide to exert it in opposition to
the Wilson program?
The Washington herald., 1914-03-25
Rare Snort for the Autumn.

1t will never do to have any of our
present day troubles hanging over until
next autumn. Canal tolls, Mexican, un-
employed and all the problems must be
solved and forgotten by September, SO
that the country may just sit back and
enjoy some real and rare sport be-
tween that time and the Congressional
elections. For let it not be forgotten
that the world series this year will have
to divide interest with some ripping
contests over the bounding wave, with
the Americas Cup as the trophy.
In less than six months that fine, old
never-say-die, Irish sportsman, Sir
Thomas Upton, will be over here with
another and greater Shamrock and our
yachtsmen arc now hard at work build
ing defenders. The Herreshoffs are
modelling one at Bristol. R. /. Another
is on the ways at Neponset. Mass,
while yet third is being built by the
Bath Iron Works. Which one will have
the honor of defending the famous
trophy will only be determined by a
series of trial races that will be almost
as exciting to those directly interested
as will the real struggle with the Upton
challenger.
Sir Thomas is coming over this time
with skyscraper drawing thirteen feet
nine inches, with a centerboard dropping
ten feet, giving a total draught of
nearly twcnty-four feet. This will per-
init sail spread of over 10000 square
feet, greater than seen in any of the
previous international cup races. The
Herreshoff boat is being constructed on
similar lines. while the Defiance. being
built at the Bath Iron Works, and which
is to be launched May II. is designed
on conservative lines. which will gain
for it time allowance from the yachts
of greater draught.
When the best of the three American
yachts has been demonstrated in a series
of real races Shamrock w will find a
sterling defender awaiting her. We wish
Sir Thomas all the luck, but hope that
the American boat will prove the faster.
The Washington herald., 1914-03-25
The Pomerene Resolution.

The Herald has held steadfastly to
the opinion that there is no necessity
for an inquiry into the relations of the
Federal and District governments or
into the workings of the present form
of government here. The facts and
figures are all easily available, and there
are no valid reasons for spending large
sums of money on a commission hold
ing protracted sessions for the purpose
of hearing witnesses testify to things
that are matters OF public record
The District has no secrets to con-
ceal from Congress. Its assessment
lists, its records of tax collections, all
its accounts OF expenditures may be in
Spected by any one desiring TO inform
himself. 1t is the duty OF Congress to
know the amount of taxes raised each
year in Washington and how much
each resident pays, because Congress
Itself appropriatcs the Districts revenues
TO be used in its maintenance. The
people OF Washington wish that ever
member of Congress were familiar with
the figures. To ascertain these things
through inquiry by commission will be
rather tedious and unnecessary proc
ess, but if Congress prefers it that
way, then it should adopt Senator
Pomerene's resolution providing for a
commission composed of three members
of the Senate, TO be appointed by the
Vice President, three members of the
House of Representatives. to be ap-
pointed by the Speaker, three actual
bona fide residents of the District of
Columbia, who are conversant with the
affairs OF the District of Columbia. to
be appointed by the President, and the
three Commissioners of the District.
A commission thus chosen would be
a fair one and Washington has moth
ing to fear from the verdict of iury
of twelve honest and fair men. While
the resolution contemplates a thorough
inquiry into almost everything. any one
familiar with District affairs would be
The Washington herald., 1914-03-25

reception and tea. with an art ey-
hibit OF the work of pupils of the
handicraft School. 1922 II street, will
tax" place tomorrow at the school
from > until 10 o'clock. Miss Schroe-
der. general manager of the school.
will he assisted by the teachers of the
various departments. including Miss
Dawson. Miss Maxwell. Miss Lane, Mrs.
Woodward. Miss Pettis, and Miss
Crawford. Specimens of art basketry,
bookbinding. design. lace making.
weaving. tapestry. and other art crafts
" i'll he shown.