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Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
Foreman Wantedl

We will open bids for superintendent
or foreman to work the roads in Dis
trict Number Three of Noxubee County.
on First Monday of April. 1914.
Said foreman will be expected to
handle the road machine and a wagon
when necessary.
We reserve the right to reject any or
all bids. L. F. HoLBERC'
s.. M. THOMAS,
N. SCALES,
Good Road Commissioners Dist. No. 3,
Noxubee Coonty. Miss.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
Sale ofLand for Delinquent Taxes.
- - d MssIssIPrL NoEUREE coUNTY.

THE STATE or MISSISSIPPI NoZUBEE COUNTY.
lie E DNTZLER. tax collector of the County of Noxubee in said State will
sell on the First Monday, the 9Th day Of April 1914, at the west door of the
court house Of sqd county In the City Of Macon, Miss, TO the highest bidder or
bidders for cash. if any there be, all Inc following described land situated in aMd
county, on which the taxes remain unpaid q. that date, and the sale Will Re con-
inued from day to day until lands are sold in accordance with the Code in such
cases made and provided. tO-wit:
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
D., "A. LIN,
Marshal and Tax Collector.

The lady who lives next door saws
she does not know what her bahv was
crying about tho night befaFa,' va
Agog sad 4oa' mlad tGlliag heF, Il
cried about 1--WE hours,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
NOTICE TO THE VOTERS OF NOI-
UBEE COUNTY

AS required by law, | will be at the
following voting precincts, between the
hours OF , a. m. and ! p, m for The
purpose of registering a persons desir-
ing and entitled to registration, as fol-
lows to-wit;-
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
A Real Optimist.

IAN optimist," says the Philosopher
Of Folly, sis a man who can whistle
while he's helping his wife wash up
he supper Dishes"
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
ED. M. MURPHEY.

Why be c~onstipated, when you can
buy Liv-Ver-Lax from MURPHEY DRUG
STORE.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03

N~VUIVNUay, AprII ", IYII.
All persons from any aud all precincts
of the county, desiring to register in
my office in Macon, can do SO mt anv
time, provided they register on or be-
fore the 3rd day Of July, in order that
they may vote ~this3year, which is four
months prior to the general election.
The above requirements also apply to
eligibility in the primary elections.
Very respectfully,
G, II 5CA1Fs,
Ecgiqttar Ncypbrc arrtr. iire.
Macon, Miss, this Nsrgo 7gh i9l4,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
Grocery Stores TO Close at Six.

Commencing April lst, the following
grocery stores will close at six o'clock
p. m. except on Saturdays. Please dc
your trading early:
~ T,,l.~. ID C.,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that bids will be received
Monday. April 9Th, 1914 at the Chancery Clerks
office for the hauling of sand, clay or dirt for the
upbulding. maintaining and repairing the Good
Roads in District No. s. Noxubee County. Missis-
sippi, as follows:
Macon and Mashulaville Road,
The Dekalb Road;
The Shuqualak Road;
The Starkville Road;
The Allgood Road; and
Inc Columbus Road from the Termination
OF the Rock Read, which is necessary in tbe;-
maintenance, the filing of all holes and waste
places along said road; said bids to be upon n ,,n;t
pass OF so much pe~ cubic yard for the first milo
hauled and so much for each succeeding m;le
contracts will be let for each separate Rad or
!oSSail' as the lest interest of the district in tho
IuaSment OF the commissioners and contract vii
De lCt til January /, 1914, the Commissioned .
ser"lng me right, without cause or sxcusa m con.
sI saia contract at the expiration of each noon+h
BONES viii be required for an amofInt ao,aI ~
best bidder. '' W vac lowest
IhIs the 9Th day Of March, 1914.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03
GAME ORDlNANcE NO

'BE IT ORDAINED By the Board Of S1.
perytsors Of Noxubee county that Game
Ordinance No, recorded in Minute
Book l6 at page 40l, be amended to
read as folloWs:-
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03

Albert IOliVcr .|..,.u,..
Henry Baullhoad,-....
G.. ode Daniel ,,, ,..
A. j. White o......-.,
j. l.. kiuard .,".-u..
W, II. Cado ,,,,,,.. ...-
Celia Brown ..,u...,.
Andrew Bush ,.u.
Garry Lee jefferson. Cd.
Bertha Glcuu.. -~..,-...
~ S. Stokes ,..., ,...
Mrs Eta b. Grant .....
Willie Rohurson ...uu..
W. Is. Orwell .......
William Nw1ecse
W. Il. OtWell,.- -.,....
William Nanccse -..,...
George Talliarorro zoe.
George Talliaferro ..,.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1914-04-03

Ihonso and lot occupied by self, fir blk AZ .,.,....... q,
vacant lot Off north end, fir blk H.. . .... .....a...
res and lot facing on west street, occd by self, fir blk 81
lots 2. 2G and y, blk b, depot survey. .....,....,...
cotton yard 6 32-l00 acres bounded on north by blocks f
and T., on south by Eighth St, on east by Mrs. S. |
Murphcv, on west by depot road, occupied by self q
cotton yard .....,.. .........a
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-02-25

The first and only municipality
owned and operated grocery store in
the country has just been opened for
business at 5O46 South Halsted
street
1t is regular store and looks like
any corner grocery which may be
found in any city or town. The in
terror is fitted up with shelves and
counters, and the shiny scales that
usually appear in grocery store
stand on the counter near the door.
Municipal grocery clerks in the regu-
lation white bibbed aprons stand be-
hind the counter, ,--.,s-.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-02-25

Cans of corn, one, two and five
pound bags of sugar, packets of soda,
bags of salt, packages of raisins,
cheese, ham, bacon and all the other
staple commodities are found in the
shelves or on the counters.
This first municipality owned and
operated store is in the nature of an
experiment, the city fathers say. But
if it proves successful as it seems at
the outset it will be only one of a
chain of similar stores started in the
city.
A poor woman can go into this
clean, well-ordered, well-stoeked
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-02-25

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The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
MOOSE EJECT
 SOME OFFICERS
SEWARD LODGE NO. 1425 GETS INTO LINE WITH OTHER
 ALASKAN ORDERS

Some of the officers of the local lodge of Moose were elected last even ing and those elected were installed so that the lodge is now about in full swing and going forward to a most successful career like all the Moose lodges organized in Alaska. The full title of the local lodge is Seward Lodge No. 1425 Loyal Order of Moose of the World.
 The officers elected last night were; Dictator, John Noon; vice dictator, Gus Borgen; treasurer, S. l.. Colwell; Sergeant at arms, Ed Crawford, pre- late, w. l.. Milliken.
 Charley Sheldon was elected secre- tary pro tempore. Some of the other permanent officers will be elected la ter when the large number of new ap- plicants for membership have been elected.
 The meetings of the club will be held on Friday of each week. A very large membership is now assured.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
ANOTHER ACCOUNT OF
 VALDEZ CONVENTION
Second Telegram From Another Source Says Little Interest
 Was Shown

The following telegram was also received today from Valdez telling about the convention which yesterday nominated candidates for the local legislature:
 Valdez, July 31.-The Wickites placed 8 full territorial ticket in the field headed by Representative Rob- ert Gray for the senate.
 Charles Day of Valdez, S. l.. Col we'll of Seward, T. B. Tansy of Ken necott and N. E. Oldham of Sunrise were nominated for the house. A strong effort was made to have E. E. Ritchie to run for the senate but he is fighting Wickersham and he refused. Gray is in Katalla and his name is used without authority. 1t is believed here that he will refuse to run for the senate but that he will run again for the house. Representative Boyle was also nominated for the senate and the house but he declined to run again. Little interest was manifested in the convention.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
CALL FOR BIDS

The Street Committee of the Com- mon Council of the Town of Seward herewith calls for bids to clear Lots 4, 5, 6, 2, 34, 35, 36 and 37 in Block l2 and that portion of the alley laying between said lots and that portion of Second avenue in front of school lots and up to Adams street, of all stumps, roots, rotten logs and undergrowth and remove the same by burning or otherwise, at the option of the sue cessful bidder.
 Said bids will close the fourth day of August, s p. m.
 The Common Council of the Town of Seward reserves the right to re- ject any or all bids and to require of the successful bidder a bond for the faithful fulfillment of the work.
 E. F. CHAMBERLAIN.
 Signed THOS. CRAWFORD,
 Street Committed.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
YOUNG PEOPLE HAVE
 A PLEASANT PARTY

The following were guests at a very pleasant party given by Mrs. McMul- len: Misses Dorothy Baughman, Bea- trice Baughman, Hope Vaughn, Gladys Green, Mary Harmon, Buddine Harmon, Helen Sawyer, Patsey Ray, Louise Slater, Geraldine Hickey, BuU- die Hickey, Merit Eide, Francis Bal laine, Geraldine Cook, Hazel Iorgen, Sigre Rosness, Blanche Dakyn, Mar tiel Dakyn, Hale Schalaben, Gertrude Schalaben, Dora McMullen, Coleu Nc. Mullen, Miss Culbertson, Elizabeth Romig and Margaret Romig.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
KERMIT GOES TO
 RIO DE JANEIRO

NEW YORK, July 3O.-Kermit Roosevelt has become connected with the National City bank and will be stationed in Rio de Janeiro when the company opens branch there. This branch will be opened when the fed eral reserve banking system becomes effective in this country and Kermit will probably make his home in the south. His connection with the bank is expected to add prestige to the in- stitution among South Americans.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
S. l.. COLWELL WILL.
 RUN FOR THE HOUSE
Nominated by the Wickershamites He Says He Can Hardly Get
 Away From It

s. L. Colwell, who was nominated at the convention held at Valdez, de- clares that he will be a candidate for the lower house of the territorial leg islature.
 Seeing the way things came up", said Mir. Colwell today, "I can't see how l can very well get away from it."
 He was notified by telegram yester- day of his nomination. He is what his party calls a progressive Gemo- crat in politics and is strong sup porter of the present delegate to con gress, James Wickersham.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
SEWARD AND HIS WIFE
 AND SISTER GOING
Does Anyone Know a Single Person Who Will Be Absent From
 Catholic Ladies Dance

If there is anyone in the city who will be absent from the dance given by the Catholic Ladies Aid society to- morrow evening it would be very hard to find who it is. Everyone seems to have decided absolutely that it is something that canot be missed or overlooked. The ladies for their part are making all the preparations that could insure the greatest possible sue cess.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
STEPHENSON WILL
 RETIRE FROM SENATE

MARIENETTE, Wis, July S0.- United States Senator Stephenson announced today that he will not be candidate for reelection. He will re- tire to give his attention to business and also to spend his declining years far from the excitement and turmoil of politics.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
HEAT NOW STRIKES
 TO THE WESTWARD

ARDMORE, Okla, July 3O.-The temperature here today is no in the shade and feels even worse. The heat wave seems to have travelled west and these states are now feeling the eff fleets which were felt in the eastern and middle states some days ago.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

ST. PETERSBURG, July 31.-NO messages are now allowed out of the dOmnOnS of the that could in the least give any inng of what is ahead There secret about the report that Germany has given Russia "A hours to explain her intentions but this has not been off buildings however and particularly at the depart ment to realize that the great moment is drawing Dispatches from the provinces carefully guarded and the the mobilization of the kept close secret The government has taken all the tee graphic systems which had not already been under it's d rect management. The pOpuaCe still continues it's wild demonstrations in favor of and regiments pass through the city from distant garrSOnS the way to the border they are surrounded by cheering thousands.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
CAPE COD CANAL IS
 ACCOMPLISHED FACT

BUZZARDS BAY, Mass, July 3O- The Cape Cod canal was formally opened today. It reduces the distance between New York and Boston by 70 miles.
 The ceremonies attending the open ing were most impressive and pleas ant. The occasion is regarded as one of very great importance as the canal means the relief of the congestion in traffic in this part of the country.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
NEWS FROM ALL PARTS
 OF THE NORTHLAND

The alleged strike 49 miles back of Haines on the Canadian side, is re- ported to be not worth a stampede. Some little gold has been found in the black sand, but not enough to cause any excitement. Some returning prOspectors report the strike of no ac- count, while others are more optimis tic. Thirty-fve locations have been made.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
ROOM FOR EVERY U. S.
 DOCTOR IN CHINA

PEKIN, July 30.-The Rockefeller commission which has been investi- gating the medical conditions in China has found that most of the na- tive doctors that practice in the orien- tai republic are quacks and that there is room over there for nearly every doctor in the United States if they wished to go.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

NEW YORK; July 31.-ThOuSandS of subjects Of Eu- rOpean countries filled with anxiety to leave te
 limited States tO take part with their fatherandS but the war will be of such nature that it will be almost impoSSi be for men to go across the Atlantic in large numbers British and German and French ships of war are expect ed to be rushing all the very moment the war De comes general It is also certain that nearly the whole coast of Europe will be either blOckaded carefully watched and that only very few could hope to reach land without mOeStatiOn.
 The opinion here is that the general war cannot be avoided There is seen on the horizon ray of light that could foster the slightest hope. All people everywhere still pray that something may happen yet to avert this awful calamity which might we'll be called catacySm but the bursting of the storm clouds to be nevit able.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
SHIP RAISED

SEATTLE, July 30.-The ship Gu racoa has at last been raised after a years work. She was sunk at Warm church but the work has been so suc- cessful that she will be able to sail south under her own steam.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

If you are going to build or repair your home we carry the First Qual- ity builders hardware. Brown & flaw kins Hardware and Furniture De- partment.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

PARIS, July 31.-The position of Italy in the conflict which is now almost absolutely certain to today IS a matter of some SurmSe. That she is party to the Triple Alliance has been known to the world for years and it is generally assumed that she will be at the side of Ger many and Austria when the supreme moment cOmeS The uuetneSs maintained about the Italian governments n tentiOnS however mas created much speculation Other wise her course at the side of the great TeutOnc empires would be accepted as settled
 The troops of the republic now marching cease eSsly out of Paris amidst of the widest enthuS aSm The blare of the MarSelaiSe is constantly beratng through the bOuevards and along the Champs EySeeS and never for nearly half century has the fever taken such hold of the people, Along the German frontier the flower of the French waiting for the word and this word is expected at any moment.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

The best quality of work at prices that are right at The Gateway Job Printing Department.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

NEW ORLEANS. July 31-The result of the lowering war clouds in Europe was felt today when cotton dropped S4 bale From other cities similar reports as well as other reports which show how intimately associated are the industries of this country with European COnd tiOnS.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

Camp cook wants posi- tion. Address Fl. Keller, Gateway office.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
See us before sending outside for your job printing.

You'll find everything in the Pastry Line at Cooper's Cafe.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

Ketchikan-At the divisional con vention of the progressive democratic convention in this city the precincts of the west coast of Prince of Wales Island were represented as were Wrangell, Charcoal precinct and Ket- chikan. S. E. Milligan of Charcoal was nominated for the territorial sen ate, Frank Thompson of Craig ana Captain Svendseth of Wrangell for the territorial legislature.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

Take a look at the new jet jeweIry at George the Jeweler
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

Long distance telephone booth at tho Branch.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

You'll find everything in the pastry line at the Seward Cafe.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

Try Gelhardt's genuine Mexican chiii con carne. Brown & Hawkins. Quality First.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

For bread, pies, cakes, cookies and ice cream try Cooper's Cafe.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

You get local Ranch Eggs with your Har and Bacon at Gamble's Restaurant.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31
RUSSIAN WARSHIPS RUSH
 TO THE BOSPHORUS
Continued from page D

20 on and continue for any length Of time American gold will be very important factor.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

Dennis Driscoll left this morning to take charge of the Nellie B on Kenai lake. To avoid misunderstanding it Is better to mention that she's boat. The Nellie B is a fine 35-foot gaso- line boat which belongs to Al Roberts, who, by the way, has been in the city for the past day or two. She will be run as an excursion boat and pleasant trips can be enjoyed by city people under the guidance of Commodore Driscoll.
 Mike Degan left this morning for Turnagain Arm to take a look over the country. Those mentioned yes terday also got away. Among them are Billie Devine, Harry Ellsworth and Paul Buckley. Charlie Cooper is another townsman who went for a trip to the hills this morning.
 Paints, oils, glass and wall paper at Brown & Hawkins Hardware and Furniture Dept. Quality First.
 Meet mo at The Branch
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

Seattle, July 23.-D. A. Mckenzie has arrived from Washington where he has been practically living for the past year or two, although he still maintains that he is an Alaskan. He declares that throughout the country there has been awakened an interest in Alaska that will mean the invest ment of a hundred million dollars within the next 12 months.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

Finch, Golden Wedding Rye at The Branch.
The Seward gateway., 1914-07-31

The payroll for the three divisions of the Alaska Gastineau Mining com pany totaled for the month of June $125,000.
Evening journal., 1914-08-06
identify l9 Of
3S WHO perish
IN Rail Smash
BY The United Press.

BY Tie United Press.
JOPLIN. No. Aug 6-Nineteen
charred bodies. out OF the thirty-eight
recovered from wreckage of the head
on collision OF the Kansas City
Southern car and a southbound trac-
tion car Of the Missouri and North
Arkansas Railway last night near
Neosho. had been identified early to-
day Twenty-Five were injured, sew
eral of whom may die
The wreckage OF the motor-car
caught fire from the exploding gaso-
line tank and the victims. pinioned
in the debris. were burned alive while
fellow passengers looked on unable
to aid
J. L. Lauderbach. of Joplin, how
ever crawled through a window,
rescuing nine persons. One woman
fought frantically TO return because
her child was held by the wreckage.
The trains, which both use the
Kansas City Southern tracks from
Neosho 10 Joplin were ordered
&c pass at Upton The motor car
ran by and the trains mot at a sharp
curve. None of those in the Kansas
City Southern car was killed.
Evening journal., 1914-08-06

Germany was surprised at the out
set To that the Belgian military
leaders ascribe their wonderful VIC
tory. The invaders did not antici-
pate any serious resistance. General
Won Emmich. the German command
or. realized the strength of the Bel
gian fortihcations hut in common with
his fellow German military experts.
he had nothing but contempt for the
Belgians as fighting force And
It was this feeling that contributed
to the first defeat Crossing into
Belgium at a point near Wise, the Ger
mans were attacked early Tuesday
night There was only preliminary
skirmishing until daylight Then a
German column of Uhlans. supported
by an auto corps in high powered au-
tomoblles and others ON motorcycles,
charged the Belglans. The lattcr gave
way in accordance with a pre-ar-
ranged plan. Elatod with their sue
cess. the Germans swept on without
waiting for their infantry, supports
or for the artillery.
Just in tho outskirts of Wise tho
Belgians made their first stand. The
Germans were trapped and driven
back in confusion leaving several
hundred dead and wounded on the
field
Evening journal., 1914-08-06
MRS. WIbSONNEAR
death, PRESIDENT.
At HER BEDSIDE
Hope for Recovery Of First
Lady Of the Land ALI
But Abandoned
MANY CONDOLENCES
Reach The White House

By The United Press.
WASHINGTON. Aug. 6-Mrs Woodt
rev Wilson. wife of President Wilson,
IS suffering from chronic kidney
trouble. but is making brave fight
for life. This is the substance on
an official statement issued today byI
DIR. Cary Grayson. Her conditionl
this morning shows improvements
over Yesterday. he said. Dr. Cray
son added that the President lis
hearing up wonderfully Mrs. Will
son was revived with oxygen this
morning
DIR. Grayson's statement was as fol-
lows:
"The chief cause of Mrs. Wilson's
present critical condition is a chronic
kidney trouble This has developed
az one OF the results Of a nervous
! breakdown brought on by overwork
/ In her ambition TO perform her full
! duty in Washington, Mrs. Wilson
added TO her social obligations a YER,
great activity in philanthropic work
connected with the redemption Of III
slnms of Washington City. cnd- y
various other enterprises connectci
With the bctiorment of conditions O
Hfc here AZ the same time shs
Nas very active IN attempting "a
bring about constructive action IN
F.. le matter of aducation in the South
ern mountain district.
THE FIRST sign thai She was doing
Continued ON Page Eleven.
Evening journal., 1914-08-06

back with such energy that Il was
necessary for the Belgians TO be re-
called to the protection of the forth
fications. Proposals made for the sur
render of Liege have been indignant
ly refused.
Eight hundred German wounded
are being taken TO Liege The Bel
CLAN aviators proved themselves far
superior TO the Germans The Ger
mans who attacked the forts in the
environs of Liege were driven back
by an heroic attack made by a Bel
gian mixed column which had al
ready earned for itself the highest
honors No German who passed the
fort survived.
"Thc Belgian losses are triiing. The
Germans lost 5000 in killed and wound
ed at Liege, and $500 at Wise, while
many have been taken prisoners The
postmaster of Wise was shot because he
refused TO send kilograms for the Ger
mans a soldier of the Fourteenth reg
imcnt single handed fought German
squad and killed four. The Belgians IN
action numbered only about 25000 men.
Evening journal., 1914-08-06
WILMINGTON merchants
Get $3.50. 1882 OF IMPORTS

Wilmington merchants imported
goods valued at s360.9S2 during July.
according to the official report of the
United States customs office which
was made public today The num-
Der of entries is given as forty-five.
with S2,215.26 paid as duties and IS
turned in from other sources.
Customs officials believe the war in
Europe will materially reduce the
amount of importations and il would
not be surprise to the Treasury De-
partment if funds collected as duty
should shrink during August.