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McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Couldn't Tell.

d Bacon-I see it Is believed that pre-.
vious to civilization badness was un.
known among American Indians.
Egbert-Of course 1t was unknown,
because a fellow couldn't sneak up
close enough on q redskin to find out
whether he was bald or not.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Still In Doubt.

Miss Tiny Broadwicke, the young
girl who recently dropped 1000 feet
from an aeroplane with patent para
chute in Los Angeles. said of her ex-
perience:
For the first 800 feet the parachute
refused to open. Rest assured, then
felt very doubtful. felt as doubtful
as the young bridegroom to whom a
man said:
so you've got wife, eh?"
'Humph, | don't know the bride
groom answered. Sometimes l think
I've got her, and sometimes / think
she's got me-"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Hard Luck.

Wasn't Jack sutton for Miss Rich.
leigh's hand?"
Yes, but he didn't"
Didn't what?"
Suit her"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
caIomel 10 an Injurious DRUG

and is being displaced in great
many sections of the South by DR..
G. B. Williams Liver and Kidney
Pills. These pills stimulate the Liver
and Bowels without that weakening
after effect which Calomel causes.
Sold by dealers Csc. bottle. Sample
mailed free on request. The G. b.
Williams Co., Quitman, Ga.-Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
CONDUCTORS WANTED.

A man, getting excited at a temper
ance meeting. called out: why does
not the Almighty send his lightning
and blot out all the rum holes?"
Quick was the reply from another in
the audience: "The Almighty has the
lightning all right-what he wants |,
conductors"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Getting Eyes Closer.

you know 1t is said that the prop
er distance between the eyes is the
width of one eye," said the sweet
young thing on the sofa.
well, move up closer, them" sug-
gested the gentleman present.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
The Idea.

II saw Smith the other day out In
q new motor car. He seemed to be
on the qui vive."
''is that a new maker"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
IMPOSSIBLE MOB.

Let there be entire abstinence from
intoxicating drinks throughout this
country during the period of single
generation and mob would be as i'm.
possible as combustion without oxygen
Horace Mann.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
ONLY TO DESTROY

Never let this be forgotten in think,
ing of strong drink-that the drink is
strong only to destroy; that it never
by any possibility adds strength &c
those who drink it-Sir Benjamin
Ward Richardson, England.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
lie Definition,

She (angrily)-What was that
noise heard in the hall?
He (candidly)-I guess 1t was the
day breaking.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
The Proper Kind,

Brain experts declare that fish Is
the best brain diet"
Then some people know must
live on sleeps head fish"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
PeriIs.

Does that play tend to remind you
of the dangers of great city,"
I'm my opinion" replied the uncom-
promising critic, "it goes farther. It's
one of 'em."
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Ono Way.

Dye make living writing?'
Yep; writing father" - Cornell
Widow.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Many Children are Starving

not from lack of food, but because
arasites-worms-a feeding upon
what ought to go to nourish the child.
Trey's Vermifuge will quickly correct
this. 25c. at all dealers.--Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
The Usual WAY

How did Mrs. Jones discover that
her husband was spending his money
on cigars?"
Her youngest boy smelled smoke
and gave the alarm"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

DR.. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets regulate
and invigorate stomach, liver and bowels.
Sugar-coated, tiny granules, easy to take.
Do not grippe. Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
EXPLAINED.

II always call a spade a spade"
That's because you always like to
give dig at things
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

A man cannot add to his stature by
treading on other peoples toes.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
A Hindrance.

so you didn't marry Miss Jiggers
after all?"
NO. her old man wanted me to
promise to support him in the same
style as she did"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
The Proper One.

How is the company going to pay
for all the divers they must employ?'
Naturally, out of the sinking fund"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

Sore Eyes, Granulated Eyelids and Stiea
promptly healed with Roman Eye Bal.
sam. Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Appropriate TO the Season.

Appropriate to the Season.
What flowers do you think would
be the best kind for bride to catry
at an April wedding?"
why not shower bouquet"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

Experience teaches us the paradox
that the easy job is hard to get.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
e Meaa2oe
10 %z,zenz
Those of Middle Age Especially.

When you have found remedy for the horrors that
Cypress you during change of e when through the long
hours of the day it though your pack would break
when your head aches constantly you nervous de-
pressed and suffer from those dreadful bearing down palms,
don't forget that Lydia E. Pnkhams Vegetable Compound
is the safest and surest remedy and has carried hundreds
of women safely through this critical period.
Read what these three women say:
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

DR.. Peery's vermifuge 'Dead Shot" kills
and expels Worms In very few hours
Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

Suspicion always finds what 1t Is
looking for II 1t looks long enough.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
The Main Point.

The Main Point.
Here we are at the end of our tire.
some journey. Are you spent?"
I mo, but all my money is"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
TOAST IN WATER.

TUNST TN WA EH.
At recent meeting of the New
York Advertising Mems league. 200
Of them present. health to President
Wilson was drunk In water.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

Every time woman changes 'her
mind she also airs her views.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
What Chance Has Man2

Julia, have you seen my new white
silk waistcoat?"
yes, dear; ! have Il on" Life.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
liz YOU'RE GROlIcHN

IT YOU'RE GHUUCHY
1t Is likely that your liver needs stir.
ring up. Wright's Indian Vegetable
Pills will set you right quickly. Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

We never take mans word for the
deed in a real estate transaction.
Doctor up that Cough-Dean's Mentho-
lated Cough Drops are a sure relief for all
coughs and colds5c at Druggists
A well-trained conscience will
stretch as long as the fun lasts.
Putnam Fadeless Dyes do not stain
the hands. Adv.
soul, and every man must look out for
himself.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Only One "BRoMo OUININE"

To get the genuine. call for full name, LAxA
TIVE BROMO QU1NlNE. Look for signature c
Z. w. GROVE. Cures Cold in One Day. 2sc
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
From Mrs. Hornung, Buffalo, N. Y.

BUFFALO, n Y"I writing let you know how much your
medicine has done for failed terribly during winter
and and remarked about suf
eed from female trouble and always had pains my back
appetite and at times very weak.
visiting friends house day and she thought needed
Lydia Pnkham Vegetable Compound took and have gained
eight pounds have good appetite and feeling better every
Everybody asking what doing and recommend Lydia E.
Pnkham Vegetable Compound You may publish this letter you
wish and hope others who have the complaint will and
get health from your medicine did"-Ms A. HoRNUNa
Stanton St.. Buffalo, n Y.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

Keeping CIeft Upper LIP.
The March Hare boasted:
Il may be mad but I'm not purple!"
he cried.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Was A Blessing To This Woman.

So RICHMOND var troubled with bearing pain
female weakness and could stand long feet OF all thu
medicines took nothing helped like Lydia Pnkhams Vege
table Compound regular and getting along fine
praise the Compound much 1t has been blessing
and hope will be to other women"Ns d. TYLER % Yves
Copton St., South Richmond, Va.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27

For 30 years Lydia e. Pinkham's Vegetable
Compound has been the standard remedy for fe-
male ills. No one sick with wOman's ailments
does justice to herself If she does not try this IA
NOUS medicine made from roots and herbs, it
has restored so many suffering women to health.
m8Write to LYDIA E.PINKHAM MEDICINE co.
#@ CONFIDENTIAL LYNN, MASS, for advice.
Your letter will be opened, read and answered
by q woman and held in strict confidence.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1914-03-27
Pains in Side, Could Hardly Stand.

LODI VISIT was in bad condition, suffering from female
trouble had such pains sides could hardly Be-
fore the whole of bottle of Lydia Pnkhams Veg
eabe Compound felt BETTER and am well and do good
days work tell everybody what your medicine has done for me-
Mrs. JOHN THOMPSON, Lodi Wisconsin
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
COMPENSATION LAW
INSURANCE TOO HIGH
John Mitchell Pleased With
New Labor Statute, But
Calls Rate Excessive.

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 29,--The work
mems compensation law I'm operation II
New York state gives general satisfac-
ton with the possible exception OF the
matter of insurance rates, which exper-
fence is proving have been too high
said John Mitchell today in an address
before the American association for Ia
Dor organization. Mr.. Mitchell. who -
a member or the National New York
state workmen's compensation commits
sion, said the higher rate OF insurance
Is the common experience OF every state
adopting compensation laws. Lack OF
compiled statistics" he added, "compels
the rate makers to put themselves on
the safe side and rate to be safely
high, must be too high.
SIN the administration OF the state
insurance fund the commission has
been able to declare a general average
of 20 per cent reduction In rates and
in addition to that to refund is per cent
dividend upon business OF the first
semi annual period"
Mr.. Mitchell said that In the schedule
of compensation 66 2-3 per cent is not
too high. When the operation of the
law has settled to firm basis OF ad-
ministration. he said, IL viii entail little
or no added burden upon the indus
tries of the state.
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
HILL MoDIFIEs OFFER TO
YANKTON COLLEGE FUND

Yankton. s.. D.. Dec. 30-An impor-
tant announcement is given out by
Yankton college regarding it's endow-
ment campaign now drawing to a close
Instead of 100000 as the sum to be
raised by January l, in order to win
the $4,000 offered by James j. Hill
the college is endeavoring to reach the
sum of 100000 on that date, accord
ing to special offer which Mr.. Hill
has made to give $4,000 If the college
raises 100000 the first day of
January. In spite of the utmost
efforts only $4,000 has been secured
up to date. 1t therefore seems best
TO attempt to pull the campaign
through according to Mr.. Hills reduced
figure At this there must be $40, 900
more pledged in the remaining few
days. II this $4,000 can be secured
II will mean 5000 900 increased endow
ment for the college. On this revised
plan success is probable and It will be
an incentive to givers everywhere to
help close in and win the day.
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
CONVICT SO YEARS OF AGE
TO APPLY FOR PARDON

Sioux Falls. S. d., Dec. 30.-Notice Of
James Darlington. serving life term
In the Sioux Falls penitentiary. that
he VIII apply for a pardon next month
recalls one of the most celebrated muir
der cases in the history of South Da-
kota. ,..."
Darlington was convicted Of the muir
der OF Alfred Erickson. a young man,
in the early evening of December z,
1897 An unusual feature of the crime
was that IL was committed in a little
shack occupied by Darlington near the
heart of the Sioux Falls business dis
trict. and while Erickson was being
stabbed to death people were con-
stantly passing only few yards away.
ThirtY-three knife wounds were found
on Erickson's body.
Darlington. a veteran of the civil
war, now is SO years of age. Soon aft
er the death OF Erickson he was pa
rading around the saloons Boosting of
a fight he had just had Blood was
spattered on his clothing. AS he was
n small man. his auditors were skep-
tical of his story. While he was in the
saloon someone entered his shack and
found Erickson's body.
In February. 1898, Darlington was
tried for the murder of Erickson and
was convicted and sentenced to be
hanged Before the time fixed for the
execution of Darlington on the gal
lows his attorney secured a writ of err
ror. A new trial ultimately was grant
ed, and he finally escaped with life
sentence. His second trial took place
IN the winter of 1S9S-1S99. Soon after
his second conviction he was lodged in
the penitentiary, where he has since
remained
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
VILLA DISTURBED BY
ESCAPE OF ITURBIDE
Chieftain Angrily Asserts Rep.
resentative of Secretary
Bryan Secreted Offender.

Washington. Dec. 29-Notwithstand
ing General Villa has ordered the ar.
rest and detention of Eduardo Iturbide
former governor of the federal district
OF Mexico City, Secretary of State Bry.
an has announced that the United
States is continuing its efforts with the
Gutierrez government to obtain a gen.
eral amnesty for political offenders.
Iturbide served for a short time after
the Carranza forces evacuated Mexico
City and was forced into hiding wher
Zapata arrived. 1t was believed that
he was given shelter in a foreign lega-
ton and two days ago slipped into the
drawing room of a sleeping car to be
spirited away northward toward Fl
Paso
General Villa was furious at the es-
cape, reports say, and ordered the ar
rest Of Iturbide, that he might be
brought back and tried for his offense
against the Gutierrez administration.
Leon Canova, a representative of the
United States, was suspected of secret.
ing Iturbide in the stateroom of
sleeping car. Canova was leaving Mex
leo City for Ell Paso. After several at
tempts: thwarted by Canova's insist
ence that his stateroom must not be
entered the Mexican secret service men
gained admission to the sleeping car
at way station. but found IL empty.
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
SUPERVISORS NAMED FOR
ELECTORS IN NEW COUNTIES

Pierre. s. D., Dec. Ex-Governor
Byrne has appointed as supervisors OF
the organization elections in jackson
and Hakkon counties on January &c
tho following: ~
Jackson County-C. B. Powers,
Chamberlain. at Kadoka: M O.
Sharpe, Oacoma. at Lone Star school
house: s. f. Burns. Okaton, at SIAM
ford: l.. p. Laughlip, Chamberlain, at
R"lvidere; z. b. Townsend, Murdo, at
Interior; John w. Jackson. Oacoma, at
Wetz. ]. ] Mertens. Gettysburg, at
Cottonwood. ...... .sE
Hakkon County,. l.. Lockhart,
Pierre. at Phillip; w. b. Foncannon,
Faulkton. at Moenville; Zell Guthrie,
Pierre. at Alleman's ranch w. c. Not
never. Pierre. at Marietta; ]. H.
Brewer. Pierre. at Ferguson school
house; Henry Stenger. Pierre. at Old
Trail: Walter Branddhuber, Pierre. at
Ottumwa: 6. ID. Buss, Faulkton. at
Powell: ]. II. McKeeVer. Aberdeen, at
Midland; Albert Wheelon, Pierre. at
Nowlin; J. ]. Jackley. Pierre. at Miles.
vile; l.. NJ Hanson. Highmore, at Ma
Mia; Walter Dawson, Rapid City. at
Grindstone: James Buchan, Alton, at
Topbar; j. G. Eager. Pierre, at Billand:
Frank Stewart. Rapid City, at Ash
Creek; l.. n. Ullery, Pierre, at Elbon:
Alew Brewer. Faulkton. at Elwood
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
GOTHAM|TES PLAN
. TO WELCOME 1915
City Lifts Ban and There'll Be
No Dearth of Places Where
ReveIer May lmbibe
to the Limit.

New York, Dec. 2S.-New Years eve
this year. despite the war tax on
champagne and the much talked OF
hard times, probably will be more
wet" than usual IN New York. There
Is to be no lack of opportunity to OBJ
tain the stimulants considered by
many as necessary to a proper oo-
servance. .........-. -.........
Mayor Mitchell has already granted
applications for 1T all night licenses
for that one occasion, and many more
Will undoubtedly be granted before
December 81
The number OF licenses is greater
than in any pervious year, and 1t Will
be possible for the spenders to drink
their favorite beverages from the
Battery to Harlem. Last year Mayor
Kline issued only 100 licenses, and the
largest number of licenses that Mayor
Gaynor ever issued for New Years eve
was 40
1t appears that Excise Commissioner
Farley notified all those who sell
liquor that If they wished to do busi-
ness all night on the night in question
they must get all night licenses. This
applies to the hotels and cafes which
now have licenses permitting them TO
remain open until o'clock, as we'll as
to all others.
Mayor Mitchell then decided to refer
all applications for all night licenses TO
the police department and this has
been done. ...... .
In order that there shall be no APP
pearance of favoritism the Mayor Will
grant licenses, he announced, for the
one night to all applicants who have
been passed on favorably by the police
Gepartment
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
MOTOR CAR CLEW TO
MURDERERS OF BAFF
New York Police on Direct
Trail of Gunner Who Shot
Poultry Man.

New York. Dec. 29.-The investiga-
ton of the murder of Barnet Baff, a
wealthy poultry dealer, turned today
to an effort by the police to identify
a car, from which. 1t is believed, the
murder was done. and which is now in
garage in Brooklyn.
The police have received information
that this car was in a Hoboken ga
rage until two hours before Baff was
shot down in West Washington mar
kct. A telephone call directed that the
car be sent to the Lackawanna ferry.
Either on it's arrival at the ferry or
later. when II reached New York, the
gunner, supposed to be four in num-
Der, took possession of it and drove to
the West Washington market. The
owner of the car is said to have knowl-
edge that the car was taken from his
garage in Hoboken without his permits
sion, at time when he was Ill
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
Governor CoIuuitt, of Texas,
Issues Statement Regarded
as Clarion Call to Re-
beIIiouS Faction.
FoRESEE FIGHT IN 1916
Opponents Find Many Signs Of
Disaffection In Erstwhile
Solid South" and Hail
Them With Joy.

Washington. d. c.. Dec. 29.--Is the
democratic party losing its grip on the
"solid south?" Republicans and pro-
gresslves think so and likewise sur
prising number OF democrats believe
that a widespread split In the present
dominant party is likely to develop
from the revolt against the Wilson adj
ministration.
1t is believed that because OF these
signs OF disaffection in democratic
states that senator's OF the presidents
party have been encouraged to defy
the appointing power as they have
done In causing the rejection of two
nominations within the last fortnight.
Mere recent appointments by the pres
ident are scheduled for rejection.
Starts Political Gossip.
There was a good deal of discussion
OF this question among politicians here
today. It was occasioned by the pub
LEGATION of a comprehensive condemna-
tion of the Wilson administration put
forth by Governor Colquitt, OF Texas.
Members of the Texas congressional
delegation, all democrats, said today
that the governors opinion represents
pretty accurately the sentiments pre-
vailing in that state.
Governor Colquitt declared that I'M
less conditions change the Wilson add
ministration will go down In history as
the greatest failure this country has
ever known. The governor sharply
criticized the president for his failure
ito aid the cotton growers Of the
SOUTH" and also condemned his Mexi-
can policy. #at
Governor ColGuitt predicted the de-
feat Of the democratic party at the
polls two years hence unless re-
markable change in the methods OF the
administration takes place"
Other Signs Are Seen.
Taken in consideration with the cleo
ton of progressive in Louisiana and
the greatly reduced pluralities OF dem
ocratic representatives, in North Caro-
lima and Georgia and signs of unrest
in Tennessee, Kentucky and Missouri,
and the revelation of conditions I'm Tex
as, Is regarded by politicians generally
as presenting to the Jeffersonians Sc
rious prospect of defense in 1916.
Texas members say the governor has
not exaggerated the complaints against
the administration in that state. They
say that for the first time in the his
tory of the state, soup houses have been
opened for the destitute in all the lar
ger cities. One representative expressed
the fear that there will be riots In
Texas within 80 days.
The Tabor independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1913-19??, 1914-12-31
VERMILIoN NIGHTWATcH
SEES MYSTERIOUS AIRSHiP

Yankton Herald: Some time ago n
newspaper from one OF the small towns
upstate printed an article In which one
OF their Inhabitants claims he saw an
airship, containing what he thought TO
be German spies. Also that this airship
had stopped in or near this certain
town and received a supply of gasoline,
and then rose into the air and went
away. We have this same airship, or
perhaps a new one, making its appear
ance in this state.
The night Waterman of Vermilion,
S. D., claimed that few nights ago his
attention was called to bright light
in the sky, and as he watched the light
1t appeared to come nearer and nearer.
AS he stood there watching he heard
the loud whirr OF an engine, and in
a moment more a large airship came
into view, circled around the Baptist
church a couple Of times, and then dis
appeared. A night or so later the same
aircraft made its appearance, at the
same place, and the Waterman as well
as two ladies saw it.