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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mrs. s. Joe Brown returned last Fri
dav from Wilberfccce, ,Ohio, where
she had been attending the 9Th annual
session of the National Association Oh
Colored Women. She reports splen'
did session and says all honor to WILL
berforce. Enroute home, Mrs. Brown
who is the Grand Lecturer for Iowa
O.. E.. S., stopped over in Chicago ana
attended the Silver Jubilee OF Eureka
Grand Chapter, o. E. S. of Illinois ana
Jurisdiction. Among other guests
who were given seats Of honor in that
grand body were Mrs. L. R. Palmer
Berry of Jersey City. Grand Matron OF
New Jersey; Mrs. Florence bucket, OF
St. Paul. Mimi, Past Grand Matron OF
Missouri: Mrs. Victoria Clay Haley OF
81 Louis, Grand Matron Of Missouri;
Mrs. Ida Palmer-Burris Of Chicago,
Past Grand Matron Of Iowa; Mrs. ).
E Cooper Of Chicago, Most Ancient
/ Grand Matron Illinois Heroines Of Jeri-
eho: Miss j. L. Cox, District OF Co.
lumbia. Interstate Grand Royal AS.
i sociate Matron and Mrs. Suez T.iAlston
Of Tampa, Florida, Interstate Grand
h 0Matron, While in Chicago Mrs. Brown n
\ together with Mrs. Matte Wade Hicks
,of st. Paul, MINI, were the guests o.
M. and Mrs. j. W. Van Camp and pr.
and Mrs. Jno. w. Lewis Of that city,
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
AN ART EXHIBIT WORTH
WHILE.

Some Of the best paintings of our
most successful modern day artists
will be q part Of the art exhibit at the
Iowa State Fair this fall, to be held
at Des Moines Aug. 20 to Sept. 4
This has not been possible heretofore
for the reason that no suitable place
has been provided on the Fair grounds
for the housing Of valuable paintings.
It was one Of the hopes Of the orig
inators Of the Women and Children's
building to provide place for an art
exhibit, and this hope has been full
filed. The most spacious room on the
ground floor of the beautiful new
building is to be given over to an art
exhibit. Professor Charles A. Cum.
mings of Des Moines. who has gained
an enviable reputation as, an Iowa
artist and as conductor Of art schools.
Is in charge of the exhibit There
will also be competitive exhibits in
which Iowa artists will participate
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
ALBA NEWS.

Mr.. Arthur Estes made a business
trip to Ottumwa on Friday evening.
Miss Effie Burns of Des Moines
visited at the home Of her aunt, Mrs.
Burns, in Hooking this week, also at
the entertainment at Mrs. Washing
toms in Abba.
Mrs. Joe Sayles Of Buxton was in
Abba on Friday en- route to Chicago.
Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. Corthon Of
Hiteman and children were in Abba
Sunday. .t.
Mr.. Burt Jones of Hiteman is sick
at this writing. Mr.. and Mrs. H.
Jones spent Sunday at Hiteman.
Mr.. B. T. Lewis has returned from
his business trip in Kansas. He has
nice horse and cow that he brought
from the west. ~ 49,.
Mrs. Mabel Robson and daughter
of Hooking were in Abba Sunday.
The lawn. social and moonlight
picnic given by Mrs. Washington at
her home was success. The Hook
ing orchestra, conducted by Mr.. Robe
son, furnished music throughout the
evening. A large crowd, both white
and black were present from Hook
ing, Buxton, Hiteman and Charlton.
Sunday was quarterly meeting at
the A. M. E. church. Presiding Elder
S. B. Moore was present and assisted
Rev. R. B. Manly officate. AS usual
a number of members and friends
from Hiteman and Hooking, it being
Rev. r. B. Manly's last quarterly ser
vices for this conference year. They
had their annual basket dinner on
the parsonage lawn. Each member
and friend took basket. They had
both dinner and supper.
! Mrs. Galloway and daughter, Miss
4 lCalowel, Of Chicago. are visiting at
| the home of Mrs. Chas. Washington.
Mrs. Caldwell is a sister of Mrs.
Washington.
| Mr., Walls of Moulton was an over
Sunday visitor in Abba.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
DAVENPORT NOTES.

Mrs. S. v. Bean arrived horne from
Kansas City, NO., having attended
the District Grand Household, No. Is,
for the state of Missouri, being the
delegate to represent Crystal Star
1761 Of Festus, Mo
Rev. Ebby Of Canada filled the pull
pit at Bethel A. NJ. E. church Sunday
night and preached a very instructive
and interesting sermon.
Sunday, the 23d inst, will be quar-
terly meeting at Bethel, at which
time Rev. Daniels, P. E., will admin
lister the sacrament of the Lords
Supper.
Mrs. Blanch Harris of Chicago is
visiting her cousin, Mrs. John Cor
don, of Cherry street.
Mr.. Ed Buckner Of Grand avenue
left this week for New Boston, Iowa,
to attend a family reunion at the
residence of his mother.
Mr.. VIM. Cain has purchased a
beautiful residence on Iowa street.
Ye correspondent arrived home
Monday morning from Chicago, Ill.,,
having. attended the grand session OF
the 0 E. S.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
FALSE WEIGHTS AND MEAS
uRES TO BE SHOWN UP.

Cheating in weights is something the
weight and measure department OF the
Iowa Food and Dairy Commission IL
watching very closely these days.
During the past several months the
depaT tnenra has, confscated scales and,
short weight measures in many parts
of the state, An exhibit is to be made
of these at the Iowa State Fair ut Des
Moines Aug. 20 to Sept. 4. with man
in charge who will point out just how
the dishonest buyer very often cheats
those of whom he Is buying This ex-
hibft will be valuable and instructive.
The dairy department will also put on
a most excellent dairy exhibit, show
ing what ID being done and what Ia
possible in the Iowa dairy industry.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

best opportunity Iowa people have yss
had Of becoming acquainted with the
canal. The scenic setting Is over 400
feet In length and shows portion Of
old Panama City. Limon bay, the
mountains in the distance, the Gatun
locks and the Atlantic shown in the
perspective. The opening Of the canal
takes place with officers Of this coun-
try and foreign governments present,
and patriotic exercises are held. Upon
signal from Colonel Goethals, the great
engineer who constructed tho canal,
there Is flash and a terrific detonA-
ton. This represents the dynamitfng
of the last obstacle between the two
great oceans.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

social on the lawn at the home OF
Mrs. Cooper a few days ago. This is
the second Of these enjoyable affairs
given this season by the society. q,
Henry Robinson Of Sioux City,
former Clintonite, is in the city, the
guest of relatives and friends. His
wife was also visitor here short
time ago. They both bear the mark
of prosperity. ~
NJ. o. Culberson was taken with an
attack Of illness Monday, and is TAX
ing an enforced vacation this week.
Mrs. Jas. Moore, who has been
quite ill for some weeks, is able to
be out again. ...-. .. VI
Master Claude Heron had the mis-
fortune to run nail in his foot a few
days ago. but we are glad to know
that no bad results ISSUED.
The Tenth avenue house presided
over by F. F. Jackson and wife is
growing in popularity every day.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
BUXTON REVIEW. :

We are sorry that the Buxton news
was late last week.
We haven't had any rain as yet. 1t
is very hot and dry here. Our gar
dens are drying up.
The mines are working every day
now.
Mrs. Seller dropped dead last
Sunday. She was the mother-ln-law
of Mr.. West Garnett
Mrs. John Graves lost two more
children last week.
Quite a few people are moving OUT
to No. 18 mine.
Mr.. Charles Ross is putting up
new building out at No. 18 mine.
Mr.. R. G. Potter accompanied some
voung ladies over to Hamilton one
n;pht last week to the old folks re-
union.
Mrs. B. F. Cooper was a caller at
tho residence of Mrs. R. H. Stewart
one day last week.
Mrs. J, H. McGrew has been on inc
sick list this week. A.
Mrs. John Morris has moved to NO.
20 East First street. She IS the
! mother of Mrs. John Wright.
Mrs. Mamie Carter of Chicago
formerly of Buxton, is in our c'ty
visiting friends.
Mr.. Clyde Glass Of Des MONIES was
in our city last week and put on a
musical recital. You that didn't near
him missed q treat.
We are glad to say that the Chr.s'
tian Endeavor is coming to life again
ouiee a bunch of yotng people were
ont last Sunday evesing. Piano SOLO
Miss Lucas; piano solo, Miss Martins
Imcas: solo by Miss Minta Johnson
The program was lead by Mrs: James
= Guy. Topic lead by the president
R r. Stewart. Remarks by j: L.
wharton, pastor. Topic, "social Life
For Christ" Ill.,.
Mr.. and Mrs. R. H. Stewart gave
very pleasant surprise for PRESIDING
elder S. B. Moore at their home al
10 East First street last Tuesday
evening. Music by Sewers Mandolin
club, duet by Mr.. and Mrs. James r
CIV solo by Mrs. Alberta Lee, due
bv Mr.. and Mrs. r. H. Stewart, re re
marks by the presidisg elder, >; D
Moore, and Rev. F. B. Woodard, Rev
J. B. Lusas, Rev. J. L. Wharton AM
others. after which they were serve'
With ice cream and cake, and aftel
which. at high 12, they all went hom'
declaring that they had been highl!
entertained. .. 4.&.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mrs. Elizabeth Waldon, Mrs. Vlelia
Mays and family of Newton were IN
the city over Sunday at the home od Oh
Mr and Mrs. Clarence Miller aus
School street. A family picnic was
arranged to be held at Union park
n honor of Mrs. Waldon's birthday
Those present were Mr.. and mrs.
John Miller, Mr.. and Mrs. W. D. Mil
ler, Mrs. Viella Mays and family, mr.
Marion r. Mays and Mr.. and Mrs.
Clarence Miller. The baskets were
we'll filled and all enjoyed a good
time,
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Herald is still working on the Ot-
tumwa Herald. Mr.. Pertain out in
Caldwell park is making good raising
chickens and pigs and garden vege-
tables. Frank Henson, Pierre Bar
quet, VIM. Ross and Mr.. Hicks are
still employed at the Ballangak hotel
and are making good. Mesdames
Ada Hughes, G. Moss, N. D. Foster,
w. Renfro, Frank Alexander, J. H.
Hart, H. Green and Messrs. J. B.
Bradshaw, G.. F. Wagner and l. Pat
ton are the new Bystander recruits to
help build up this great race journal
for 1914.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
sTEEPLECHASE COURSE.

A course for steeplechase racing has
been laid out inside Of the regular race
course at the Iowa State Fair grounds.
Some very exciting steeplechase racing
and hurdling by hunters and jumpers
will take place at this years Fair, to
be held Aug. &c to Sept. d. A number
of the harness and show horse events
will be judged opposite the amphithe-
ater and inside of the race course
this season. There has also been
a track provided for their contests. All
Of these can he seen from the amphi-
theater during the progress Of the
races and will contribute toward an
unusually varied and interesting pro-
gram.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
QUINCY. Ill.

Mrs. Julia Williams of Chicago is
visiting Mesdames M. H. Morgan
and Harriet Chambers and her many
other friends. ~. e
Mr.. Morton Mosby Of Kansas City
is in the city few days visiting his
mother,M rs. Nancy Mosby.
The musical program to be rem
dered at Bethel A. M. E. church Mon
day night, August Oath, promises to
be of much interest.
Mr.. Marshall Howell is not feeling
so we'll these days.
Mrs. Mattye Lnlye returned home
Friday morning from Milwaukee,
Wis, and Chicago and Peoria, Ill.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
OPENING OF PANAMA CANAL.

The opening Of the Panama caha'
will be portrayed at the Iowa State
Fair this fall, Aug. 20 to Sept. a, at
the big night show as put on by the
pain Fireworks company Marvellous
ingenuity is shown In putting on TINS
production. The opening of the canni
is an event of tremendous Importance
70 this country, and therefore any op-
nortunity to learn of the canal Is selz'
cd with eagerness by the American
neop)e. This production ut the Dig
.,,~,,, show ut the Fair will afford the
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
Des Moines, Aug. Is, 1914.
A. J. Booker, M. D., City:

A. J. BUUKer, M. D., O1VJ'
Dear Doctor Booker: No one can
read your weekly articles, entitled
Health Hints" without becoming
better man in every way. These
splendid productions will not only re-
suit in healthier bodies, but what is
more important, a healthier mental
moral and social condition in the
community. l read these articles as
thew appear each week in The By
stander. with interest and profit, and
/ thank you for your contribution to-
ward twentieth century betterment.
Sincerely yours,
Frank S. Shankland.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
DeS
MoineS,
Iowa

RECEPTION Tuesday evening, August IS at p m a
public reception will given of Grand officers and del
egae North Masonic tndng
of Eleventh and Center streets.
Wednesday evening o'clock memorial services will be held
at Cornthian Baptist church, the public invited
Thursday afternoon o'clock grand street parade will be
held, headed by the Capital City Band
BIG BANQUET Thursday Evening, August 9th, at
Namurs Skating Rink banquet will be held also installation of
speaking Grand March at o'clock Namurs Or
chesa will furnish music Admission 50 cents per couple
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mr.. R, N. Hyde leaves THURSDAY
evening for Norfolk, Va, where ne is
a delegate from Hawkeye lodge OF
this city to the national conclave OF
Elks, which convenes August "a. tie
will also visit his old home in Alex
andria, Va, and New York City, AT,
lantic City, N. j., Boston, Mass ano
Washington, D. G.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

The Mary Church Terrell club met
with Mrs. H, r. Graves Monday even
ing. After the usual study OF the
lesson, refreshments were served oy
the hostess. Club adjourned to meet
with Miss Adah Hyde. Lesson, John
Drummond, led by Mrs. Hannah Por-
ter. -.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mrs. Blanche Goodrich and Miss
Josie Roberts entertained a number
of their friends Wednesday evening
at the home of Mrs. Jim Smith in
honor of Mr.. Clyde Glass. The even
ing was spent in dancing and games
after which refreshments were served.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mr.. J. Edward Lewis, linotype oper-
ator of Abba Iowa, spent few days
in our city. He paid The Bystander,
office a pleasant call and returned to
Abba Monday evening.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
How To Cure a Sprain.

A sprain may be cured in about !.
one-third the time required by the
usual treatment by applying Cham
berlain's Liniment and observing the
directions with each bottle. For sale
by all dealers. n Z. IA 9i. n,
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
MOBERLY, MO.

Mrs. Annie Harris of Colfax, Iowa,
is visiting her brother, Mr.. Douglas
Braxton, in Macon also her brother,
N. G. Braxton, in Kirksville, after
which she returned home.
The trolley ride which was given
by Mrs. Myrtle Smith was enjoyed
by all. The band played abe latest
hits Of the season, "Take Me Back
Home"
Miss Lucille Harris and Master Har7
ris K Crewes are visiting their aunt
and uncle, Mr.. and Mrs. Andrew Hos
kins, in Rock Island.
Mr.. Jim Hoskins of Rock Island,
ILL.,, formerly Of Macon, after few
years absence, returned to see his
old pals and friends once more. The
old boys assured Jim good time al
ways in Macon.
Miss Bessie Young of st. Louis is
the guest of her sister, Mrs. O.. Nc
Mutt.
Mrs. Fannie Harris underwent an
operation on Saturday of last week
and is doing nicely at present. .
Miss Virginia Ancell entertained
the Art club last Wednesday. Mrs.
A C. Crewes was a guest OF the clup'
Light refreshments were served.
Mrs, Geo. Watkins Of Coshocton,
O., and sister, Mrs. Stella Allen, OF
Chicago, Ill.,, returned to their re-
spective homes after a visit with
their father and friends.
Mrs. Alice H. Crewes gave lawn
party. About twenty were present.
in honor of Mrs. Watkins and Mrs.
Allen. Light refreshments were
served, after which they all went to
the train with the guest, and all re-
ported jolly good time.
Mr.. Raymond Houston is visiting
friends in Rock Island, I'll.
Mr.. Tobe Harris was the guest OF
Mr.. and Mrs, j. B. Harris in Quincy
Ill.
Mr.. Charlie Johnson, our respect
able barber, is confined to his bed
We hope to hear of him being able tc
be out soon.
DR.. J.. E Smith and Mrs Susie Tr1ce
attended the grand lodge held a,
Keokuls, Iowa, as representatives Of
Macon, Mo.
Quite a bunch of Macon knights at
tended the Feast in the Wilderness
A., z~.~+oJ q fpo TINA
Mrs. Josie Bates of Des Molnes l:
visiting friends in Macon. ,
Mrs. Cora Harris gave 3 ocloci
dinner in honor of Mr.. James Hoskln:
of Rock Island III.
Mr. Captain Austin is on the sici
list. but is still laughing heartily AM
is anticipating visit this fall IL
Omaha, Neb. .
The Sewing Circle met at the resi-
dence of Mrs. Geo. Brown. -,
Mr.. Virgil Minor and Myrtle smlt'
were quietly married last week.
Miss Ida Jones is the house gues
of Mrs. Joe Ancell.
Mr.. Preston Wright is able to D
out again and Pres. says he feels ilK
a blue bird in early spring. :.
Mr.. Don Cranshaw returned TO nj
home in Galatin, Mo.
Mr.. Silvia Marshall and L. K.cn
son of Moberly passed through Ma
con en- route to Des Molnes;
The funeral of the late Rev: Dan
io,Rrown Of Maryville was held at tn
A. NJ. E. churlh Sunday afternoon . a
2 o'clock, under the auspices Of tn
+ Masonic lodge. Deceased departe
this life in Maryville on August ~ 1T
at the age of 81 years. He was
hrother Of Joe Brown and a Ver
prominent Mason. :. ,,. :, :,
Kilie Donley visited in Moberl
over Sunday. .4., y In ~,
Mrs. Ella Maupin visited heoku
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mrs. Mamie Finley of Indianapolis,
Ind, is visiting Mrs. Mary Bennett
and daughter at 754 West Eleventh
street. She will return for tour OF
the east, accompanied by Mrs. Ben
nett's daughter, Mrs Mary Hill.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

The Wednesday Night Bridge club
met Thursday evening with Miss Flor
ence Russ at the home Of Mrs: .. T.
Stone The regular game OF bridge
was played, after which refreshments Is
were served. Meet next week WIN
Miss Stone. ,r
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

REMOVAL-J. Alvin Jefferson, M.
D announces the removal of his Office
from 764 9th street across to the new
Thompson hotel, over the Model Drug
Co, Telephone Walnut las.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mrs. j. Beverly of Fort Dodge and
Mr.. Tom Davis of Chicago are the
guests of Mrs. Bryant Carr, 1929
School street, and other relatives.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mr.. Clyde Leroy Glass left Thurs
day evening for Boston, Mass, where
he intends to further his musical abll-
tiles. He will make several stops on
his way. Mr.. Glass is a deserving
young man and we wish for him sue
cess.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mrs. Ardella Carr left Tuesday morn
ing for Mason City. where she will be
the guest of Mrs. Berneice Davis-Ea-
ton and other relatives for several days
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

grand lodge, also Mrs. l.. D. Howard.
Get busy and pay rp your subscrip-
ton.
Rev. T. L. Smith of Huntsville was
the guest of Tobe Harris.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

At. st. Paul's A. NJ: E. church.
Don't miss it. Monday evening, Au-
gust 31st. A diamond ring contest
between Miss Bessie Mason and Miss
Donata Jeffers.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mrs. Harry Allen Of 1912 Croker
street, who has been quite ill for the
past three weeks, is a great deal bet,
ter. e.s..
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

FOR SALE-Gas range, coal range
and heating stove. Phone 6468 Wal.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21
CITY NEWS
There were quite few out of town
visitors in the city Wednesday attend.
ing the two circuses.
Mrs. Geo Laws of Hannibal, Mo-, is
the guest of her daughter, Mrs. H
Murray, 1927 School street.

Miss Adah Hyde left Friday morn
ing for Marble Rock, Iowa, where she
will visit at the Bailey home.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1914-08-21

Mr., John Wright of Buxton spent
Thursday ard Friday in the city on
business. =" T.,.S ID,
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1914-06-04

the Nees-Lettcr. Again they were ad-
mltted to the editors Office and again,
without word, attacked Mr.. Anderson,
the managing editor. Mr. Anderson was
So severely injured that he took to his bed
and a physician was summoned
A fourth assault Of the day was COM
mitted In London, DR., Francis Edward
Forward. deputy governor and medical
officer of Holloway jail, being the VIC
tim Two women attacked the physician
with horsewhips as he was leaving the Jail
this morning. They beat him severely with
their whips before a policeman arrived
and arrested them. DIR. Forward refused
to make charge of assault agains, the
women. who subsequently were held on a
disorderly conduct charge. The prisoners
explained the assault as a protest against
fcrciblc feeding, for which they hold DR..
Forward responsible. This In tho second
attack upon the physician. The earlier
attack was made last October.
Two women were arrested this morning
while setting ar to residence near Bel
fast They were Mpdge Muir and Mary
Larmour The discovery OF the fire pre-
vented serious damage to the building.
The two women, Miss Muir wearing mans
clothing. were arralgned in the police
court later in the day and were held for
trial =, he ass.zes
A large cricket stand was destroyed by
an arson squad last night at Earlsheld.
southwest OF London.
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Continued from FIRST Page

commerce without the authority OF an
embargo proclamation.
While no actual threats were made OF
representatives. OF the rebels declared to-
night that a number of courses OF legal
r-prisal would be open to them.
1t was admitted by a high War De-
plrtment official to-day that the rebels
might, in the event of clearance papers
being refused to vessels coming under
this restriction, apply for a writ OF man
damus or other legal means which would
result In a court Interpretation OF the
question.
In the event Of this measure resulting
in an opinion that the restriction on cx-
porting arms from the. United States 10
Mexico was illegal in Its present status
the Administrations next step would be
a formal embargo.
The reason for not having issued the
proclamation before is. II In reliably re-
ported n desire on the part of Admins
tration officials to keep the matter secret.
Constituencies authorities In control
OF Tampico. in obedience to orders issued
by sen Carranza, have notified ali foreign
from foreign ports for Tampico must have
their clearance papers signed by the rebel
consular representative at tho port OF
sailing. In case there Is no consular
agent the signature of the postmaster Of
the CITY Will be acct ptable TO the rebels.
The United states Government was
notified of this development to-day by
Consul Canada at Vera Cruz.