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The Bowbells tribune. [volume] (Bowbells, Ward Co., N.D.) 1899-1969, 1914-12-25
LITTLE FCxHOLM BOY
DIES FROM INJURIES

Minot, n. D., Dec 24.---The
funeral OF Edwald Carlson, aged
II, who died yesterday at St. Jo-
seph's hospital from concussion Of
the brain, was held today at Fox
holm.
The little boy renamed uncon-
Scious since brought TO the hospi
tai as the result of an accident at
Il coal mine near FoXholm the day
before yesterday.
The boy was leaning over the
railing and peering down the shaft
Of coal mine near Foxholm when
the engineer, who did not see the
little fellow, let down the carriage
over his head. The heavy car
riage came down crushing in the
lads skull. He was rushed to
Minot in all automobile, but moth
ing could be done to save him.
The Bowbells tribune. [volume] (Bowbells, Ward Co., N.D.) 1899-1969, 1914-12-25
SKIPPED
WITH ABOUT $500

Halliday, n. d., Dec. 24.-C. F..
Hutchinson, better known as
"Hutch,' who has been hauling
freight during the past summer
from Golden Valley to Halliday,
has suddenly disappeared with
about $500 belonging to the rail
road company and numerous banks
along the line.
When the rails came, Hutchin-
The Bowbells tribune. [volume] (Bowbells, Ward Co., N.D.) 1899-1969, 1914-12-25

The, undersigned would feel
greatly obliged if the person who
loaned four jacks from the Thos.
Braaton farm a few months ago
would notify him. The jacks were
left there while digging a well.
John Stinson, Coteau, N. D. 1t
The Bowbells tribune. [volume] (Bowbells, Ward Co., N.D.) 1899-1969, 1914-12-25

At recent meeting of the mem-
bers of the local NJ. w. A. lodge
the following officers were elected
for the ensuing year: Il. J. Kinds,
V. c.; Ben Tobey. Adviser: Chas.
Shenneman. Banker; Geo. White,
Clerk; l.. d. Butler. Trustee; and
Fred Bangasser, Watchman.
The Bowbells tribune. [volume] (Bowbells, Ward Co., N.D.) 1899-1969, 1914-12-25
A WALK THROUGH
THE SILENT CRY

terry alone and you will pass the
resting place of a man who blew
into the muzZle Of a gun to see if
it was loaded. A little further
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
SHORTER cHAPEL's NOTES.

Tomorrow at the morning service,
certificates will be given "a class from
the primary department of the Sun
day school by Mrs. E. p. Costigan,
state superintendent of this depart
ment, and the pastor will preach a
special sermon on Painting The Face
On the inside" In the evening his
subject will be Lost Opportunities. ,"
The topic for the league will be, Get
ting Out of the Rut and Keeping Out. Z"
Mr.. Geo. Tolbert will lead the discus
sion.
Quarterly meeting and Go-to-Church
Day at Shorter was observed very eff
fectively. The attendance at all the
services was gratifying, thirteen ac-
cessions from the Sunday campaign
and otherwise were had and the of
fering for the quarterly meeting ran
to $152. Presiding Elder Ward was in
his glory both morning and evening
and he was wondrously used of the
Lord; Rev. Washington of Campbell
chapel preached most acceptably in
the afternoon. His congregation came
up to the help of the Lord in large
numbers and the Spirit of power mani
tested Himself among us through the
preaching of the gospel of peace. Dur
ing the quarter just closed, Shorter
enjoyed marked degree of prosper
ity. Despite the financial stringency
now upon us, $1,465.S4 was raised for
all purposes. The Presiding Elder
commended most heartily the pastor
and members for the splendid work
accomplished.
Mrs. r. l.. Pope, who has been on
the sick list for several days, is con-
valescing. Our pastor desires to pub
licly thank the. membership and
friends for courtesies shown.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Mrs. C. E. Bodenhamer died at her
residence, 2944 California street,
Thursday morning, October 29, OF
heart trouble, after an illness OF eight
weeks. She leaves husband, Mr.. q.
Bodenhamer, an employe for several
years of the C. X. l. & P. Ry. Co., also
father, mother, Mr.. and Mrs. Dunn OF
Colorado Springs, and sister, Mrs.
Minnie Williams of Minneapolis, MINI.
She was active in society and always
bore her part of the burden in the up
lift of her race, and was member OF
Scott NJ. e. church. After the remains
layed in state at the Cammel & Hudson
undertaking parlors from Friday / p.
IN. to Sunday a. M, were removed
to Colorado Springs and inferred in
Evergreen cemetery. Mr.. e. V. Cam
mel, manager and funeral director, ac-
companied the remains to the Springs
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Friday night of last week Miss
d'Autremont presented Cleo Hobson in
a piano recital at 1852 Glenarm place,
where, besides her pupils, several
friends were present. Miss Hobson
was assisted in the program by
Master Atwell Rose with several vio-
lin selections. A description of each
number by Miss d'Autremont, which,
together with their perfect execution,
added greatly to their appreciation,
which was evidenced by vigorous ap-
plause and flattering comment. At
the close of the program Miss Hobson
was presented with group Of famous
composers on woodenette frame by
Miss d'Autremont. Choice refresh
ments were served.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

John w. LEVEL, head soda dispenser
at Scholtz's main store, returned to
the city last Saturday from his two
weeks vacation, which he spent in
Guthrie and Crescent, Okla, visiting
his sisters and their husbands. He
reports having had delightful time
with them and the new acquaintances
he made. Mr.. LEVEL says that the
colored people are doing well in Okla
homa.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
THEY COME HOME TO RoosT.

After six years of Democratic domi-
nation in Colorado the state is now in
the Republican column as result of
last Tuesdays election. 1t is indeed
gratifying to know that the Negro
vote, which has been split in the past
six years, voted solid for the Republi-
cans with but few exceptions. The
Colorado Statesman, since it's first is
sue, has ever championed the cause of
Republican principles and we are
truly thankful for the many consratu-
lations we have received from our un-
broken faith in RepubIicanism.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Can You Keep a secre,1

Can you keep a secret?" is very
common question, usually put by a
you will reflect that man going about
his own business with several other
peoples secrets in his brain pockets
is pretty certain to pull one Of them
out inadvertently. For, of course, 9th
er peoples secrets are or no great i'm
portance. So when the question
comes. Can you keep a secret? the
answer should be: NO! Can you?"
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Gilbert Buford, the well known pro-
moter of the baize colored cloth, died
at Colorado Springs last Thursday
night. Mr.. Buford was one of the best
known and respected men of his pro-
fession in this western country, he
was aged AZ years, the funeral took
place Sunday at Colorado Springs,
where the remains were inferred. Mr..
Buford leaves several relatives and a
host of friends who mourn his loss.
Peace to his ashes"
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Advantaaes of slnalna.

In the last junior scholarship exami-
nation of the London county council
the candidates were asked to explain
taught TO sing. One youngster rather
evaded the question, but epigrammat-
ically answered that Singers work is
like earning penny for eating piece
of chocolate"
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
CARD OF THANKS.

Denver, Colorado, Nov. 4, 1914.
We, the family of Mrs. c.. Boden-
hamer, who passed away October 29th,
1914, wish to extend our many thanks
to our friends for the courtesies ex-
tended to us by our many friends and
the lodges during the recent illness
and death of our loved one.
C. BODENHAMER,
MIR. and MRS. w. A. DUNN.
Colorado Springs, Colo.
MRS. MINNIE BUTLER,
Minneapolis, MINI.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Quite a Difference.

Sir George Rose. once turning a
corner. came suddenly upon some
young barristers who were in the act
of aping his walk and gestures. you
mistake, gentlemen" said the good
natured wit, accosting them. THAT
is not the air of the Rose; it is only
the stalk"
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
THE DE LUKE.

Furnished apartments. Two and
three rooms, with hot and cold wa.
ter in each kitchen. Also front room
single, electric lights and gas. Mod
ern throughout. Rates very reason
able, 2352235S Odgen street, corner
Twenty-fourth avenue. Phone York
6707. Mrs. r. M. Blakey,
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

The funeral services of Mrs. Mary
F. Moss, who died October 9th, at
1862 Blake, will be held from the
Douglas Undertaking chapel, Sunday,
Nov. Sth. at p. m. Interment at
Riverside cemetery.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Uon'r OII nazcr orrop5.

Never put oil on a razor strop,
said one of the largest dealers in bar.
bers' supplies In New York. 1T spoils
it for sharpening steel. A new strop
should need no attention for a year
at least II it begins to get dry, just
take little ordinary lather and rub
1t well in. This will soften it again,
and nothing more is necessary"
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
STAGGERED the Witness.

Now tell u.s. sternly demanded the
young legal luninary whose brow
overhung like the back of swapping
turtle, addressing the covering wit.
ness, what was the weather, if any,
upon the afternoon in question:"
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

The harvest dance given by the Self
Improvement club last Thursday night
at Fern Hall, was by far the greatest
social event of the season. The hall
was crowded and everybody dressed
in their country garb." had a good
time.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Little Johnny'x Guess.

Little sister, who was fond OF ask
ing questions, asked Johnny, Why
do they call Captain Spearpoint vet
eran?" Johnny thought for a moment
and then answered. Il guess it's be
cause he's horse DOCTOR
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Nations Wiser Part.

Since the foolish part OF mankind
will make wars from time to time with
each other, not having sense enough
otherwise to settle their differences
1t certainly becomes the wiser part
who cannot prevent those wars, to
alleviate as much as possible the ca.
lamities attending them.-Benjamin
Franklin.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

After conducting a rooming house
very successfully at 2443 Lawrence
street, for many years, S. Brown has
moved to 2226R Larimer street and
opened up the Brown Palace, which Is
up-to-date and modern In every re-
spect, 20 rooms beautifully furnished.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

When in need of eatables for the
table you should not forget to patron
ize the Western Beef Company. 204S
Larimer street. They sell everything
that the hog furnishes; their groceries
are fresh and reasonable in price. Give
them call.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Mrs. s. B. Cunningham, wife of the
popular Santa Fe porter, left the city
Saturday for Mississippi points, where
she will visit relatives and friends.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Mrs. E. j. Singleton OF Colorado
Springs is spending the winter in
Denver, the guest of Mrs. NJ. Fallings,
1919 Clarkson street. Mrs. Singleton
is modiste of exceptional ability.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

13 CENTS A DAY BUYS A PIANO.
WITH MUSIC LESSONS FREE. Pl-
AMOS FROM $88 UP. COlUMBINE
MUSIC CO., 920-924 18th STREET,
CHARLES BUILDING.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Curtis Harris and Richard Cowden
arrived last Monday from Estes Park,
where they were employed at the Ho-
tel Stanley since April.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Mrs. R. Simpson of 1910 Washing
ton street left last week for Kansas
City, on a business trip.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Two unfurnished rooms for rent al
2542 Curtis street Phone Champa
1898.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Way It Works Out.

The fellow who knows 1t all doesn't
always get along Many a fellow is
sure he is right and then goes ahead
and does the wrong thing.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Nicely, modern furnished room for
rent. Apply Mrs. B. Given, 2515 Cur
tbs street.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Taylor Lowe, the culinary artist at
the Shirley hotel, is all smiles this
week because his wife presented him
with a bouncing boy last Monday
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
REAL ESTATE BARGAINS.

If it is a house and lot or ranch
you are looking for, see S. A. Bondu-
rant, East Eleventh avenue; tele-
phone Main 3433
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
When Rouehins 1t is Enjoyable.

The average man enjoys roughing it
for a while If there is some one to do
the rough work. Atrhison Globe.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07

Mr.. and Mrs. Joe Scott returned
home last Saturday from Lawrence,
Kansas.
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Eoliv Of IdIeneas.

Shun idleness il Is the rust that
attaches itssli 10 the most brilliant
metals. s.-Voltairc
The Colorado statesman., 1914-11-07
Benz. Turner has gone to Lamar for
for an indefinite stay.

Mrs. J. w, Taylor of Cheyenne, was
in the city few days last week.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
OUR "KRESS" In GERMANY
AMID SCENES OF HOSTILITY
Americas Man In Germany
On Business Trip

The Americas friends of Mr.. Earl
Williams, for a long while local man
ager for S. H. Kress & Co., will be in
terested in knowing that he is now in
Germany, upon business mission for
his house. Undaunted by the roar of
the British lion or growl Of the Rus
sian bear, "our Kress" is right at the
front buying Christmas dolls and tea
sets for Juvenile Americas while the
bullets of the Allies whistle about his
Apollo-like form. He was last heard
of at Nuremberg, and Americas
friends will hope for his safe return
to Uncle Sans peaceful preserves on
this side of the herring pond.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
SURE Of THE JAPANESE
EXHIBIT

Tokyo, Sept. 8-Announcement is
made by Haruki Yamawaki, the Japa-
Lese commissioner to the Panama Elk
position, that Japan is proceeding with
it's preparations for participation in
the exhibit. He says Japan's exhibit
will be of increased excellence be-
cause of the inability of Europe to
participate.
Rome, Sept. 8.-The government has
decided to continue the construction of
the Italian pavilion at San Francisco,
to be used at the Panama-Pacific Expo
sition in 1915, with the object of partic-
ipating if possible, regardless of the
European war.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09

The following amendment is hereby
proposed by the Senate and House Of
Representatives to the people of
Georgia TO Article 3, Section 4, Para
graph l, of the Constitution Of Geor-
gia.
Amend Paragraph 1, of said Sec
ton 4, of Article 3, as follows:
By striking from said Paragraph l the
words until their successors are elect
ed" and inserting in lieu of said
words in said Paragraph l, the follow
ing words, to-wit; Until the time
fixed by law for the converting of the
next General Assembly"
Amend further by adding to said
Paragraph l of said section and arti-
Gle the following words, to-wit: That
the provisions of this paragraph, sec
ton and article shall apply to the
terms of the members of the General
Assembly, who are elected at the gen.
eral election for members OF the Cen
eral Assembly in the year 1912. When
amended said Paragraph 1 of said sec
ton and article shall read as follows;
The members of the General Assem-
bly, shall be elected for two years and
shall serve until the time fixed by law
for the converting of the next General
Assembly. That the provisions of this
paragraph, section and article shall ap-
ply to the term of the members of the
General Assembly who were elected at
the General Election for members Of
tn General Assembly in the year 1922
And the Governor of the State is
hereby required and directed to cause
the above and foregoing amendment to
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
MOULTR|E JOINS IN THE
BUY ONE BALE
MOVEMENT
MEMBERS OF THE COMMERCE
COMMITTEE OF THE CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE CALL A MASS
MEETING.

Moultrie, Ca, Sept. S.-(SpeciaD---
Moultrie is about to join the "buy-a-
bale-of-cotton" movement.
Members of the Commerce commit
tee Of the Chamber of Commerce have
considered the movement and a mass
meeting of the citizens of Moultrie has
been called for tonight at the Chamber
of Commerce room over the library to
discuss the matter and to put in some
concrete form before the citizens Of
Moultrie and Colquit county.
1t is the opinion of those who have
discussed the idea that it is a good one
and that if the epople throughout the
South will act promptly and every
body who is able will buya bale of
cotton at ten cents a pound which is
about the cost of production, and hold
same for twelve months, enough will
be taken off the market to restore the
formal conditions in cotton and the
price will again go to living profit
provided an additional movement car
be put in motion to reduce the acreage
} for another year.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
oe published in at least two newspa-

be published in at least two newspa-
pers in each congressional district in
this State for a perioG of two months
previous to the time of holding the
next General Election after the submits
sion of this amendment to the General
Assembly, and shall at the next Cen
eral Election to be held after the sub
mission of this amendment to the PEG
pie for their ratification cause tn
same to be voted on, and the form j
which the same shall be submitted t
the people shall be as follows: "Fd
ratification of amendment Paragraph /,
Section 4, Article 3, of the Constitu-
ton, which extends the term of office
of members of the Gen
eral Assembly until the con-
vening of the succeeding General
Assembly" and, Against the ratifca-
ton of amendment Paragraph l, Sec
ton 4, Article 3, of the Constitution,
which extends the term of Office of
members of the General Assembly un-
til the converting of the succeeding
General Assembly" And shall cause
the returns of said election to be
transmitted to the Secretary of States,
whose duty it shall be to consolidate
~. Ill t.
sue his proclamation, declaring the
result, if a majority vote in favor of
said amendment, and by said procla
nation shall declare said amendment
has become a part of the Constitution
of the State.
Now, therefore, I, John NJ. Slaton,
Governor of said State, do issue this
my proclamation hereby declaring that
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
A PROCLAMATION

Submitting proposed amendment to
the Constitution of Georgia, to be vot-
ed on at the General Election to be
held on Tuesday, November 8, 1914,
said amendment to amend Article 8,
Section 4, Paragraph /, of the Consti-
tuition of Georgia, by extending the
! term of members Of the General AS
sembly of the State until the time fixed
| by law for the converting of the next
General Assembly.
BY His Excellency,
JOHN Nj. SLATON, Governor.
State Of Georgia,
Executive Department.
August "a, 1914.
Whereas, the General Assembly at
It's session in 1914 proposed an amend.
ment to the Constitution of this State.
as set forth in an Act approved August
14th, 1914, to-wit:
An act to amend Article 3, Section
4, Paragraph /, of the Constitution of
Georgia, by extending the term of
members of the General Assembly of
the State until the time fixed by law
for the converting of the next General
Assembly
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
NEW MILLION DOLLAR
COURT HOUSE OPENED

Atlanta, Ga, Sept. Sutton county
today celebrated the formal opening OF
it's new mililon-dollar court house,
with addresses by the county commits
sioners and guests of honor. The new
building is one Of the handsomest il
the South, and it's erection cost the
taxpayers a great deal more of an in
crease their payments than they liked,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09

the foregoing proposed amendment to
the Constitution is submitted for rati-
fication or rejection to the voters of
the State qualified to vote for, members
of the General Assembly at the Cen
eral Election to be held on Tuesday,
November Sd, 1914.
JOHN NJ. SLATON,
By the Governor: Governor.
PHILIP COOK,
Secretary of State adj
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
BUY A BALE COTTON
MOVEMENT SWEEPING
OVER EMPIRE STATE

Atlanta, Ca, Sept S.-The Buy a
Bale of Cotton" movement is spread
ing over the South like wildfire, and
the Atlanta men who have so enthus-
iastically taken it up are confident
that it will go long way toward solv-
ing the problem now vexing the
Southern planter and the merchants
who gave him credit.
The total number of bales purchased
directly from the Atlanta movement
and by Atlanta folk reached 445 bales
Yesterday, but beside this pledges came
in to the committee for many more.
Burke county took 100 bales off the
market for twelve months by purchases
at ten cents, and pledged itself for a
total of 5000 bales.
An executive committee of five cit
liens met yesterday afternoon and
took up details of the campaign. A
fund of 81 900 to take care of expenses
was raised by public subscription
| oD,opo b,,cinaSc firms
The plan adopted by the Atlanta
committee, in brief, is as follows:
Subscription blanks to be filed out
by purchasers, authorizing committee
to purchase - bales of distressed
cotton at ten cents a pound at point G.
shipment, basis good middling. If the
cotton exceeds 500 pounds the bale
agree to pay for the excess at ter
cents a pound, and if it weighs les:
you are to refund the difference.
agree to hold this cotton for one yeal
or until the market price exceeds ter
cents per pound.
The state to be divided into the fol
lowing concentration point: Americas
Albany, Athens, Atlanta, Augusta, Co.
lumbus, Macon, Rome, Savannah anC
any other cities that can duplicate the
work in their respective territories
The papers in those cities are request
ed to publish the names of farmers
having distressed cotton for sale al
least two days before the purchase d
cotton by the committee.
That the application forms be fillc5
in by farmers having distressed cotton
and be published in the daily papers
and mailed direct to this committee
Upon approval orders will be placed
with buyers to be selected by this
committee.
The application form follows
I Il own or lease - acres in --
county near - city, state of Geor-
gia. My crop this year is - bales.
/ desire to sell - bales. References
|
'In consideration of this sale l agree
to reduce my acreage in cotton by %
| per cent for the season of 1915.
(Signed) --."
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
DIR. NJ. III. WHEELER
Dentist.

COTTON: To Farmers and Business
Men of Sumter Co; Now that you will
have to hold Cotton for better prices,
l am prepared to INSURE it against
fire in oldest and best rated compan-
les and solicit your business.
MISS BESSIE WINDSOR, Agent.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09

Leave Americas for Richland, Co
umbus, Dawson, Albany and interme-
llate points
1906 a. m.
For further information apply 20 b.
=. Everett, Local Agent Amercus,
Ca; C. w. Small, Div. Pass. Agt,
Savannah, Ca; c. b ryan, G. P A,
t.orfclk. Va. Sow
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-09-09
Americas BIaCkSmithIDq Co.

Blacksmith and General Repair and
Horseshoeing. Chambliss' Old ware
ouse, Americas, Ga.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1914-06-13
League
CONVENTION ENDS
Reports Show Great Add.
ton to Membership Dur
ing Past Year.

The Epworth league of the Little
Rock conference of the M. e. Church
South, closed their sessions yester-
day morning after an address by
Rev. John w. Cline. for years a mis-
soner of China. The meeting here
is said to have been the most sue
cessful in the history of the league.
The various outstanding commit
tees made their report under which
the ecretary-treasurer's report was
heard by the members. The report
showed the League to be in fine
standing, and that large number Of
members had been added during the
past year.
The original makeup of the pro
gram showed that an afternoon and
night session should have been held
yesterday, but the program was
changed so as to finish all business
yesterday morning, in order to per-
mi t the delegc ties to leave for their
homes during the afternoon.