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Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11

week had three Of his large canvas
es Of San Juan and Taos Indian sub.
jects, accepted by the jury for the
Panama Pacific Worlds fair art ex-
hibit at San Francisco next year. They
we're passed unanimously by the jury
with instructions to pay the artist a
high tribute on the merit of his work.
Mr.. Ufer is Chicago artist who was
sent to Taos by Mayor Carter Harri-
son and there established studio
in the ohem Of DR.. T. P. Martin. Con-
sidering that altogether only % can
vases were accepted in and around
Chicago, the fact that three OF them
are by Mr.. Ufer and all three New
Mexico subjects, speaks well for his
genius. Although he painted some so
canyasses at Taos this summer, he
has sold nearly all of them, several
remaining in Santa Fe having been
purchased by ex-Mayor Arthur selig-
man and John K. Stauffer.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
catarrh Cannon be Cured

with LOCAL APPLICATIONS, as they
cannot reach the seat of the disease
Catarrh is blood or constitutional
disease, and in order to cure it you
must take internal remedies. Halls
Catarrh Cure is taken internally, and
acts directly upon the blood and mu-
eous surface. Halls Catarrh Cure is
not quack medicine It was pre-
Isoribed by one of the best physicians
in this country for years and is a reg
ular prescription. 1t is composed of
the best tonics known, combined WITH
the best blood purifiers, acting direct
ly on the mucous surfaces. The per
feet combination of the two ingre-
dents is what produces such wonder
full results in curing catarrh. Send
for testimonials, free.
r. J. CHENEY G CO., Props, Toledo. o.
Sold by Druggists, price 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for consti-
patton.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
GEORGIA HOTEL MEN MEET

Columbus, Ga, Dec. 11.--Good roads
as an asset to hotel men, the high cost
of living. and the return OF prosperity
in the south, were topics seiected for
this afternoons session, opening The
eighth annual convention Of the
Georgia Hotel Mems association. The
genial landlords gathered from all
parts of Georgia and many guests are
being entertained from other states.
w. r. Lucas of winchester, va. in
the discussion on ton roads. declared
that the automobile routes should be
further encouraged. Commercial trav-
elers at the convention will be heard
on the relations Of the travellers and
mine host.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11

which, with 935,000,OO0 acres of land,
has only 4OO,OOO,OOO, or 45 per cent,
under cultivation; and in one in which
the population per square mile does
not exceed 81 and ranges from or per-
son in Nevada to sos in Rhode Is
land"
In urging farmers generally to di-
versify their products and especially
to produce beef, swine and poultry, at
least for home consumption the secre-
tary said:
"If farmers in the south had here
tofore practised diversification on a
sufficiently large scale, producing
their own home supplies, that section
would not be in it's present hard case.
The experts of this department are la
boring earnestly to bring about bet
ter direction Of the agricultural activ-
tiles of the south"
The report reviewed the increased
activity of the departments informa-
tion bureau and included statement
of the plans for reorganization of
the department to increase efficiency.
The opening OF the forest reserve
in manner that would aid local, com
munities and at the same time pre-
serve the forests, and a system where
by the government could bear part
Of the local burden Of taxation to be
charged against future timber sales
where forests are not at present avail
able for timbering, We're recommend
ID.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
PLANNING Alaska RAILROAD

Washington, Dec. determination
ers Edes, Mears and Riggs, appointed
by Secretary Lane of the department
of the interior to draw up plans for
the government railroad to the Alaska
coal fields, have begun work on their
report. which will soon be ready. The
commissioners made field surveys and
will recommend route to Secretary
Lane, who will transmit the report to
President Wilson, who is charged by
congress with constructing the road.
1t is said that in addition to original
routes the commission is considering
the adyisability of taking over the
Copper River or the Alaska Northern
railroad.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
DURAN LOOKING FOX
BOUT WITH CHAVES
LIGHTWEIGHT ARRIVES FROM
SPRINGER APPARENTLY IN
GOOD CONDITION

Young Duran, the Las Vegas light
weight aspirant, blew into town last
might after a lengthy visit at Springer,
where he has been recuperating and
nursing into swatting condition bad
| ly damaged right hand Duran said
this morning that his hand has healed
and is in perfect condition, and that
three square meals day and So
Ijourn in the rural districts where one
Iis obliged to retire early, have put
him In shape for the battle of his life.
Duran says his ambition has i'm
proved along with MS physical ad-
yancement and he is anxious to take
lon Benny Chayes for a ten-round bout
in this city. He says he believes he
can defeat the Trinidad boy, who won
so much fame in the bantamweight
class, but who has been advanced on
account Of increased weight.
ghaves, who has been spending
some time on his fathers ranch near
Wagon Mound, is said to be willing
Ito take chance with Duran by way
of keeping his hand in while waiting
for big bout to turn up. Duran says
he believes he can defeat Chaves, and
there are a large number Of local fol-
lowers of boxing who are of the same
opinion. The general belief is that
the two boys would put up classy
no matter what the re-
suit might be. There has not been a
bout staged in Las Vegas for several /
months, and contest with Duran and
5haves pitted against each other un-
would draw we'll
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
MEATPRODUCTION
STEADILY GROWS
LESS
CORN CROPS ALSO ARE GROWING
SMALLER, SAYS SECRETARY
HOUSTON

Washington, Dec. 11.-That there is
no emergency which justifies govern
ment assistance to farmers directly
through the use of government cash
or credit, was the position taken by
Secretary Houston of the department
of agriculture, in discussing the ques-
tion rural credits in his annual re
ports subitted today to President
Wilson. Secretary Houston's state
ment was regarded as indicating the
policy of the administration.
Secretary Houston pointed out that
the new bank law takes just and
particular knowledge of the farmers
requirements. He suggested that any
credit needs Of the agricultural com
munity beyond those cared for Under
the federal reserve law, should be
cared for by system of "co-operar
tive credit associations, financed
with private funds, by means of which
the combined credit of farming COM
munities could be utilized, and by a
system Of land mortgage banks, like
wise, privately capitalized
There seems to be no emergency
which requires or justifles government
assistance to the farmers directly
through the use of the governments
cash or the governments credit" said
the report THE American farmer
is sturdy, self-reliant and independent.
lie is not in the condition of serfdom
or seni-serfdom in which were the
European peoples for whom govern
ment aid was extended in some form
or other during the last century"
In advocating land mortgage bank
ing system and system of co-opera-
tive credits associations the report
asserted that the use of the funds
loaned for productive purposes on the
farms covered by the mortgages should
be insisted upon.
Mr.. Houston's report reviews the
investigation Of the marketing and dis
tributing system and while the study
is not yet sufficiently finished to ad-
NIT of final conclusions the work thus
far shows the need of reorganiza-
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
the PRIZE HOGS
patton

Santa Fe, Dec. 11.-Walter r. John
ston, for nine years a resident Of Eli
da, Roosevelt county, challenges the
claim of the lower Pecos valley, that
the three cars of hogs shipped recent
ly by the Knorop-Mincy company are
the first carload shipments made by
one firm out Of New Mexico He
bears witness to the fact that at least
one firm has shipped from is to 20
carloads from Elida alone, and those
as fine hogs as were grown anywhere.
This firm was Reither and Harris,
while w. W. Hunter, also shipped by
the carload.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11

DON'T MISS THIS. Cur out this
slip, enclose five cents to Foley and
Co, Chicago, IN. writing your name
and address clearly You will receive
in return a free trial package contain.
ing Foley's Honey and Tar Compound,
for coughs, colds and Group. Foley
Kidney pills, and Foley Cathartic
Tablets. For sale in your town by
o. G. schaefAr and Red corss Drug
Co.-Adv.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11

a federal law for permissive ware
housing system would stimulate this
desirable development"
While inc production OF grain gen
orally showed a great increase in the
crop of 1914, the report pointed out,
the production Of corn showed no adj
vance, and the meat production show
ed a distinct decline. In this connec-
, tion the secretary points out ia
mentable neglect Of live stock produc.
tion in the south"
The secretary's report includes a
table giving the census figures for
1899, and 1909, showing that in all
products except corn and meat ami
mails there has been a marked in
crease in production during the ten
year period. Continuing, the report
says:
I'VE know that the wheat crop Of
1914 Of approximately S92, 100000 bush
els is the greatest ever produced in
our history, and that the crops of oats,
barley, rye potatoes, tobacco, and
hay are unusually large. The cotton
crop, forecast in October at l5,S40,O0
bales, is the second largest. The ap-
pie crop, estimated at 259.O0O,OOO bush
els, is the greatest ever harvested. The
total production of six leading cereals
is estimated to have been nearly s.
900, 100000 bushels, or about 42SO0O,-
900 bushels in excess Of the crop of
1913. For the country as whole the
crop yields per acre were 2.3 per cent
better than the average for the past
ten years. The average yield per acre
of all the staple crops was 9.4 per
cent greater than 1918, and, except for
corn, oats, and flaxseed, greater than
the ten-year average
"But after all our efforts, while
there is an increased diversification OF
agriculture and both relative and
absolute increase in important pro
ducts, such as wheat, forage crops,
fruits, dairy products, and poultry, we
still note not only relative but also
an absolute decrease in a number of
our important staple food products,
such as corn and meats. In the for
mer in the last 10 years there has
been no substantial advance In cat
tie, sheep, and hogs there has been
an absolute decline-in cattle, from
the census year of 1899 to that Of
1909, Of from 5O,OOO,OOO head to A.
100000; in sheep, of from 61,OOO,00O
to 52,OOO,OOO; in hogs, Of from 63,0O0.-
900 to 5S,OOO,O0O. Since 1909 the ten
dency has been downward, and yet
during the period since 1899 the pop
llation has increased over 20,OOO,000.
This situation exists not in q crowded |
but in one which is still in a
being pioneered; in one
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
Best FOR kIdnsys-says Doctor

DR.. J. I. n. Neal, creenville, So.
Car. says that in his so years Of ex-
perience he has found no preparation
for the kidneys equal to Foley Kidney
Pills. In soc and $1OO sizes. Best you
can buy for backache, rheumatism,
kidney and bladder ailments. o. G.
schaefer and Red Cross Drug Store
Adv.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
BRASS BEDS

We know Of nothing that would
make a better gift than one of
these. Our patterns are very styl-
ish and attractive and are sure to
please. The finish is Of the very
highest quality and will not tar
nish or rub off. Better call and
make your selections early. Prices
from $40 to $40.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
on Of the dlstributlon procegs. be

Ition of the distribution process. He
says:
During the present grass season
flor example, Chicago has received
Mexican, Canadian and Florida cat
tie at about the same time. Steers
raised in California by an oregon
operator have been shipped through
Denver to Omaha and their beef sent
to points on the Atlantic coast. Hogs
raised in Illinois and sold at Indiana
polls have been slaughtered at Boston
and part Of their cured bacon ship
lped to Los Angeles. Michigan dress
ed veal calves expressed to South Wa
ter street commission houses at Chi
cago have been returned to the iden-
tical shipping poinrs from which they
came to fill orders from local retail
markets"
Secretary Houston asks congress
for an additional emergency appro-
priation of several million dollars on
account of the recent outbreak of the
foot and mouth disease among cattle
He said that If the interval between
the last and the present session of
congress had been longer the depart
ment would have been without sufd-
cient funds to meet the situation.
"The department" he said, "has pur-
sued its former policy of purchasing
diseased and exposed cattle at an ap-
praised value and of slaughtering them
and burying them. 1t has establish
ed very strict quarantine. the ex-
pense of this task will be very great
and it will be necessary to ask con-
gress for an emergency appropriation
Of several millions Of dollars. The in
terests at stake are vast and Justify
any reasonable expenditure. +"
The report sets forth the activities
Of the department in establishing
standard grain grades, and IN the ini-
tial administration of the new cotton
futures law which the secretary calls
the first definite systematic, legal ap-
proach to the solution Of difficult prob
lens in this field of distribution. The
secretary recommends consideration
of legislation to establish permis-
sive warehousing system for grain
and cotton. He pointed out that the
warehouse facilities for cotton in the
south are not centralized.
'Gf the warehouses now in exist
ence,Y said the report were remodel
ed so as to comply with the under
writer's requirements, and were bond
ed, and if adequate business methods
were adopted the financing CT the cot
ton crop would be materially improv-
ed. Such system would furnish re-
lief in times of emergency and would
form useful part Of the normal dis
tributive system. It is probable that
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
chamberIain's Cough Remedy-The
Mothers EavorIte

q Give Chamberlail's Cough Rem
edy TO my children when they have
colds or coughs, writes Mrs. Verne
shaffer, Vandergrift, Pa. It always
helps them and is far superior to any
other cough medicine have used.
advise anyone in need of such a medi
cine to give it trial" For sale By
all deaIers.-Adv.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
PIANOS

We handle the famous Baldwin
make. Our method makes it pos
sible to buy this piano without pay
ing any excess price for the ac-
commodation. They cost little
more than low grade pianos but
they give satisfaction for life
time. Perfect tone, strength, pow.
er. beauty all that real music low
ers enjoy and demand. Prices
range from $3.50 to $500.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
ENAMELWARE

In this line we have an excellent
assortment. A teapot, a coffee pot
or larger piece is a very accept
able gift, and one that will last
for years. We have this in the
gray or blue and white. The prices
are exceptionally low, running from
1oc up to $500.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
Had Insomnia So Bad
! Couldn't Work =

NMr. Ezra .. Hand suffered many
years from insomnia and found no
relief until he used Dufiy's Pure
Mali Whiskey. His letter Is orIy
one Of many received from urase-
ful users Of tiIis wonderful med.
cine. Read his own words:
Il have been using Duffy's Pure Malt
Whiskey for several years and am Still
using il, and want to tell you what It
has done for me. / had insomnia 50
bad that could not work. | had some
Of the best doctors in Philadelphia, but
none seemed to help me, so at last /
made NJ my mind to try Dufy's Pure
Malt Whiskey; and I want to say that
it has made a complete cure in my
case."-Mr. Ezra B. Hand, 1928 Ritner
St, Philadelphia. Pa.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11

% COF6I UU5 TdJ5.
Il used -, also quantities of -
and --- which did not relieve the torture
which at times was almost unbearable,
especially at night. 1 was obliged TO bathe
my head in soda water in order to get any.
rest. / then tried Cuticlra Soap and Oint-
ment. rubbing the Cutlcura Ointment into
the scalp at night and washing 1t put In the
morning with Cuticura Soap. 1t was about
four weeks when was entirely cured.'s
(signedl Mrs. Henry Frisk, March 2I. 1914.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
uEER,s PlcTuREs pLAcEp

Santa Fe, Dec 11.--walter Ufer.
whose art exhibit in the palace Of the
governors a few weeks ago, was one
of the art events of the year, this
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
LIBRARY TABLES

We have these in all the latest de-
signs. finished in solid quartered
oak, carefully selected for its
beautiful markings. The workman
ship and construction is of the
very best. They make a hand
some piece Of furniture for the liv-
ing room. Prices from $40 to $40.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
cur GLASS

We handle the Whirling Star pattern
which is hand carved. While it is
not heavy cut the design is beau
tiful. Sherbet Cups, Ice Tea Glas-
ses, Goblets, Ice Cream Dishes, etc.
A few pieces, or a pitcher and
glasses will make an exceptionally
fine present. Prices from SOC to
$500.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
ALUMINIUM WARE

We have the best aluminium in the
market. 1t is very suitable for
Christmas and a few pieces will
make the housewife a very useful
and substantial gift. Prices from
s5c up.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
RockERs

We have these finished in the
waxed, fumed or polished oak, ma
hogany. or birdseye maple Some
are plain while others are uphols-
tered in the finest Of leather.
Prices from So to $50.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
DISHES

We have some very attractive de-
signs in these. the quality being
high for the price asked. These
will make a tempting gift for the
most exacting. You can buy one
piece or a set. Prices for a Apiece
set range from s4.oO to $500.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11

scalp. My hair fell out by
handfuls and it was thin. dry
and llfeless. I could not
sleep well on account Of the
itching. My hair became so
thin l commenced using
rats and switches until |
had lost so much hair there
was net enough remaining
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
Samples Free by Mail

The itching. burning. suffering and loss
OF sleep Of eczemas. rashes and irritations
Of the skin and scalp are at once relieved
and permanent skin health restored in most
cases by warm baths With Cuticura Soap
followed by gentle applications Of Cuticura
Ointment when all else fails. Cuticura soap
(25c.) and cut.cura Ointment (50c.) are
sold everywhere. A single set is often
sufficient. Liberal sample Of each mailed
free, with 32-p. Skin Book. Address post
card "Cuticura, Dept. II, Boston,
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
HAIR FELL OUT
-
BY HANDF FULS
Also Had Itching Burning Scalp,
Hair Thin, Dryand LifeIess. Could
NOtSleepOnAcCou Gu
tlcura Soap and Ointment Healed.

Kalkaska, Mich. - my hair began
falling out about five years ago and I
also had itching and burning Of the
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
KITCHEN WARE

KITCHEN WARE
We have some substantial pieces
which will make useful presents. A
roaster. soap stone griddle, a
teakettle or any small piece win be
very acceptable. These are mex
pensive in price, ranging from 25c
to $500.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11
RUGS

We have them in all sizes and
grades. Very attractive and beau
tiful designs. A Wilton rug win
make a most acceptable gift and
win last for years. Prices range
from $3.50 to SIS for the small and
s12 to se5 for the large.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11

We have these in pleasing and styl-
ish designs in almost any finish;
Circassian walnut, oak or mahog-
any. They make an ornamental as
well as useful present. The prices
range from $10 to $s5.
Las Vegas optic., 1914-12-11

CHINA CLOSETS AND BUFFETs
In these we have some swell de-
signs. finished in fumed, polished
or waxed oak The high grade
guaranteed workmanship on these
make them tempting gifts for the
most exacting. Prices range from
$10 to $50.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-12-29
BANKERS HAVE NICE NEW PLAN

Levy Mayer, attorney for the rich
est chain of banks in Chicago, has
filed protest by which bankers will
slip out of paying about $780, 900 of
the federal deficiency tax if Mayer
pulls down what he wants for his
people. His people" are the Con-
tinental & Commercial National and
the Continental & Commercial Trust
& Savings Banks and the Hibernian
Banking Assn.
George M. Reynolds, president of
these three banks, which have close
Rockefeller and Armour connections,
said yesterday that his banks have
made their tax reports to the federal
government with advice of coun-
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-12-29

Painter, hung in 1894, was innocent.
Claims another man confessed to
him.
Mrs. Antonio KraVoIec, suing for
divorce, says husband drinks heav-
dy. Has $4,000 annual income, is
claim.
Henry Bailey, former warden
County hospital, appointed head of
Oak Forest infrmary.
DR.. James L. O'Connor appointed
as head of the Charitable Eye and
Ear infrmary of Chicago.
Fire Atty Murray investigating
suspicious fire in basement of two
story building at 1145 Milwaukee aV.,
occupied by 81. L" Clothing Co.
Man giving name "Chas. w. Shenk,
pres. Midwest Mfg. Co., cholera Sc
rum" arrested. Hotel Wychmere Of
ficials claim passed bum check.
Federal grand jury will resume
sessions Wednesday Indictments
against bank men, swindlers and
white slavers expected.
William NibIack, receiver, suing
for lien on any profits which may
accrue on Munday enterprises while
going through bankruptcy.
Clarence Bishop, 5161 Sheridan
I'd, football star at Northwestern,
fined $40 by Justice Boyer in Evans
ton. Took friends car without per-
mission.
-o-o---
pANHEpc LAVE MICE NEW PLAN
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-12-29

Gil" More than this Reynolds would
not say. La Sale street knows from
this, however, that Reynolds and the
powers behind him want to smash a
big hole in the federal deficiency tax
law if able and high-priced lawyers
can do the job.
Money is money in these war
times, and even if the bankers are
beaten in the courts the interest of
$3,500,00 will more than pay all the
cost of lawyers for delaying payment
of the tax. Interest on $3,50O,00 for
one year at per cent is $4,000,
which would hire a squad of first
class lawyers.
Federal revenue law says a tax of
81 per 81 ZOO shall be paid on the
capital, surplus and undivided profits
used or employed" by a bank.
Among the 1851 national and state
banks of the country is capital Of
$3,371, 958,754. This is capital stock,
surplus and undivided profits. Fed
eral collectors claim this is FUSED or
employed" and should be taxed.
Reynolds and other bankers got a
Is per cent cut in taxes for their
banks before the board of review
this year Roy o. West, Fred Block
and Thomas ]. Webb voted solidly to
assist the banks.
1870
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The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-12-29

PLAN HACK TO FARM" MOVE
Hoping that they will be enabled
to get rid of a large number of I'M
employed men, the municipal en-
ployment bureau and the Chicago
Woman's club emergency employ
ment center are going to cooperate
in campaign, the slogan of which
will be Back to the farm"
Both bureaus tell of scores of re-
quests" from farmers and house
keepers in small towns for help.
"The lure of great city, and the
long hours of work and the small pay
given by farmers is believed to be the
cause of the present number of I'M
employed her.
-O-O-
Pies should always be glazed with
white of egg if you wish them to be
a shiny brown.