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Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20

mnlks con4t rning the imocrfectionS
of the usual amateur dramatic pro-
duction can be applied to these two
performances in only very limited
degree, for we cannot recall having
seen better staged or more capably
acted play in Dallas. Under the di-
rection and stage management Of
Miss Bertha Serr, who has had much
valuable experience in amateur thea
| tricals, and with cast composed OF
self-possessed and intelligent young
men and women, Charles Townsend $
famous farce was given a presentation
that would not suffer by comparison
with productions of the same play by
many of the travelling road compan-
| les.
The plot of 'sA Family Affair" is
time and -honored. 1t has
furnished inspiration for comedy
writer's from days immemorial, but
like good wine, it improves with age.
Briefly, and it can be told in dozen
words, it is the story of rich and ec-
centric uncle who commands his IA
vorite nephew to take unto himself a
wife, under penalty of Ii .,ferlIanc''
if the said rich and eccentric uncle s
wishes are not speedily obeyed. The
CONSERVATION of the nephew, his
frantic efforts to find wife on short
notice, and the well-meaning but mis-
@ ided attempts of his fa'!!'iu! house
S. wants to help him out OF his di-
lemma lead from one awS@aii situa-
t'on to another in rapid sue l"ssion and
all are laugrable in the extreme.
Norval Gates as the nephew acquit-
ted himself with great credit. He
dressed the part and acted the part.
and never for an instant did he over
play it. Overwhelmed by the re-
suits of his attempt to deceive his
uncle, even to the extent of finding
himself confronted by three pretend
ed wives and a houseful OF crying
habies at one and the same time, his
every movement and facial expression
were Just what one would expect from
young man finding himself in such
a predicament.
Fred B. West was most comical
Jorkins Jobson, young Gillesple's
slow-witted but faithful gardener.
Ready to assist his master so far as
to don petticoats and pose as that
young mans wife, his Interpretation
of the part added much to the hilarity
of the play. Mr. West is no stranger
to Dallas, having appeared here many
years ago in "The Henrietta" and
other well known com dies.
The "Deacon Smith" of Francis
Simonton was delicious bit of char
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20
Births.

DIR. McCallon reported the Ing
arrivals in Polk, County last week.
To Mr.. and Mrs. Berhaal Wiebe oI
Salt Creek, Wednesday the 18th, o
boy.
To Mr.. and Mrs. James Middleton
two miles north of Dallas, Fridag the
10Th, girl.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20
The Tooze VS.. Butz Case.

In the Fridays issue of this paper
in reporting the case of Tooze VS..
Butz in reference to the fees of the
state land board for the loaning of
school funds, the article might have
been misleading, as we stated that
the jury found in favor of Mr.. Tooze,
while this was true Mr. Butt was not
discredited by the verdict as the plain
tiff sued for $25 and was allowed only
$40. .r
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20

Who hill OF W n WoYn1,r For fhn
oonstrpct;on Of tbo K;rknat, ;ck sawer
on Main Stroot was hron,,ht ~, and
a;sorssod hr tbo Corro;l ond hv !, vote
of III Z 4 was not allowed
A., ord;nanee nrov;d;po for the con-
st,u, t;on of sewers on Conrt and NJ
H. ,troots ,vos nossoa
n, notion tbo Ard;tor ,v,. ;nst,rot-
al 70 odvort;sa FOR h;ds for tbo cop-
St,rct;on of sewers on Conr. and ri
lie stroots
n, motion tbo ord;noroa eomu;ttee
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20
Ouiring-Ouiring.

Mrs. Agatha During and Mr.. Henry
W. Quiring, both of Dallas were uni
ted in marriage by Justice Holman at
his Office in the eout house, Monday
evening at about five o'clock.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20
Dallas Wins.

Saturday night the local high school
basket ball team met the McMinnville
team here and defeated them 35 to
is.
1t was one of the fastest games that
Dallas ever played upon their own
floor. The McMinnville fellows were
good shots but they lacked in team
work and consequently they came out
on the small end of the score.
The Dallas boys all played good
ball and their playing was consistent
throughout the whole game they
played on the jump from the first
whistle to the last and the game was
never in danger.
The attendance was fair and all
went away praisihg the home team
for excellent work in this line of ath-
letics.
Every person who is in the least
interested in basketball will agree
that "Pebo" Shan has certainly
nodded into shape as good "a team
as ever represented the Dallas High
school. The present lineup will no
doubt hold the state championship
which last years. team so gracefully
gained.
The lineup is as follows:
dallas McMinnyille
Woods, Forward Madrls
Balderee Forward Luttery
Gooch Center Pearsons
Matheny Guard Manning
HorsingtOn Guard Dewe..'
The next game to be played here
will be between Dallas and the Air
lie-Wiggins team of Portland. This
team is really ont of high school class
but our boys feel for bigger game.
Boydston will take the Balderee posi-
tion at forward, thus making Dallas
a hard team to conquer
Chas. Polling and Hubert Good, for
merly Of Dallas are playing with the
visiting team and a veryj close game
in expected. On account of the eX-
pences which are necessary for this
game the admission will be 35 and 80
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20
CITY FATHERS
WORK SOME
REGULAR BUSINESS TRANSACT
ED FOR CITY
Bills Allowed and Much Work Ac-
complished Adjourned Meeting
Necessary.

The regular session Of the C;tv
Council was held at the City Hall
Monday evening with Mayor Van Ors-
del presiding, and all members Of the
Council present.
An ordinance was passed requiring
the construction of certain side walks
in the city.
On motion the Auditor was author
lied to notify W. F. Pheiffer Of Al
bany, to tear down the old wood shed
at the rear of his brick building on
Main street in this city.
On motion the proper officers were
instructed to notify property owners
to clean up the trash at the rear of the
stores.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20
AMATEUR PLAY
PLEASES many
WE'LL ACTED COMEDY rs EN-
soYABLE
Net Proceeds of Play Will be Used
in Buying New Books for Free
Library.
4. !. T. 4. i. j. 4. !. i. 4. j. + T. f. + + !
Cast of Characters.

= Cast of Characters.
= Dan Gillespie. -. Norval Gates
= Jorkins Jobson. Fred B. West
= Deacon Smith. Francis Simonton !,
... Sally. ..... Mrs. Harry Volheim !,
:. Miss Camson. Miss Louise Miles !,
+ Louisiana, Miss G. Van Waters 4
+ + j. - + + + + I
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1914-01-20

cents. Reserved seats at Stafrin S
drug store. Come out and help II. Fl.
S. to win. Don't forget the date,
Saturday January Oath at 8.45 p. M.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
Mr.. AND MRS. G. H. KELLY
BACK FROM THE WAR ZONE

The fact that he was a delegate to n
peace celebration did not save George II.
Kelly. former president of the Omaha
Commercial club, from the Inconvenience
Of war. He and Mrs. Kelly have reached
home.
AS they fled from Paris three days be-
fore tile actual declaration of war by
Germany, they avoided most of the
trouble later tourists experienced. They
managed to save their baggage, and
stayed quietly in London during most OF
August, Mr.. Kelly was a delegate TO
the celebration OF 100 years OF peace be-
tween England and America.
War will continue Tor a long time, ac-
cordng to the general impression in Lon
don, Mr. Kelly says. The Britons are
determined TO see 1t through to victory,
Mrs. Kelly says they have had enough
Of European travel and intend to starry
a. home hereafter.
Mr.. and Mrs. David Cole landed with
them from the Franconia, Sunday at
Boston, but viii remain In the east for
a short time, before coming to Omaha.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
UNIDENTIFIED MAN
FALLS INTO COAL HOLE

Now you see him and now you don't
see him. That was the case OF a man
who walked along the west side Of the
Omaha National Bank building at noon.
He was looking at an automobile that
was Just driving to the curb. Suddenly
his foot struck a light screen, covering
coat hole in the sidewalk. The screen
was kicked aside. and the next instant
the fellow disappeared. The few persons
who saw the accident ran to the hole and
could see only his hat lying on a heap of
steam coal fifteen feet below.
Officials of the bank and the engineer
Of the building rushed down when mott
fled. mo. I'd rather not" was the fell
lows reply when asked If he would yield
up his name.
Il never saw him before in my llfe,"
was the reply of W. II. Bucholz Of the
bank when asked who the fellow was.
That's no way to leave that hole"
was about all the fellow would say, and
he walked away. rubbing the scratches
and bruises on his hands, the only APP
parent injuries received when he fell into
the soft heap OF steam coal.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
Washington Affairs

Tho administration government mer-
chant marine bill was ordered favornblN
reported by tho house merchant marine
committee. Chairman Alexander plans
TO have It taken up IN tho house next
week.
President Wilson sees no reason why
congress should remain In session after
emergency war measures and the trust
legislation have been disposed or and Of
ficials expect adjournment this month.
Senator stones bill for reorganization
of the diplomatic and consular service
was ordered faVorably reported by the
senate committee on foreign relations.
Appointments OF embassy secretaries,
consuls general and consuls would be by
commission to general service and not
20 any particular post, They would he
assigned 20 posts by order OF the presi-
dent.
James c. McRoynolds will take the oath
Of office today as associate justice Of
the United states supreme court and T.
w. Gregory will assume the office of at
torney general.
An important treaty. by the terms OF
which the United states gains control OF
the waters OF the hRrbors OF Colon and
Ancon, was signed at Panama by Will
Jams Jennings Price. the American minis
ter, and Ernesto n. Lefevre, Panama sec
rotary OF foreign relations.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
SUFFRAGISTS GIVE TO
NEGRO W0MEN'S HOME

While members OF the Omaha Suf7
frage association were spreading their
propaganda among the negro women Of
the city. they in turn were interested in
the Negro Womens Christian associa-
ton. which is opening the doors of its
home at Thrtieth and Pinkney streets
next week. At meeting Of The SUI
frage society held Wednesday afternoon
at the home of Mrs, Thor Jorsensen IS
was voted towards the fund for the home.
II was decided that the city be dis
tricted into three sections each Of the
three suffrage societies to concentrate
their work in one section until election
day, when each organization viii also
furnish workers at the polls.
Mrs. u T. Lindsay spoke and Miss
Helen Mccoy read a paper that she had
prepared at Wellesley college, dealing
with the suffrage movement, Miss EN-
ma Hatfield Of Council Bluffs gave vocal
selections.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
FRANKIE INVENTS NEW
ELECTRIC SC0REBOARD

Charles A. FRANKIE, local theatrical man,
has turned inventor and has produced
an electric base ball score board which
Is more complete, easier to understand,
and has more latitude for the players"
to run than any score board ever built
The Chicago Tribune at one time had
an electric score board, which was
boasted of as the most comprehensive in
the country, but Frsnke's invention is a
far better one.
Over $50 electric lights stud the "dia-
mond," which is a board about fifteen
by fifteen feet.
A switchboard, operated by buttons and
switches, show where the ball is every
moment of the nine innings, who is bat
ting and on bases, shows base running.
hits, balls. strikes, errors, sacrifices, and
everything that one sees at a real ball
game. II the ball was batted into the
grand stand or thrown into the bleach
ers, 1t would be shown by a streak Of
lights made by rows of lamps for the
purpose.
Mr.. FRANKIE will report the world s
series at the Krug theater with his board,
recounting each event as It happens on
the eastern ball fields. He will get his
information by especially contracted
service.
The board Is almost finished and Mr.
FRANKIE has sent a working plan to Wash
ington, together with application for
patents.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
Suffrage is Given
as Cause of Divorce

Mrs, Hazel Il. Phillips, suffragtst, was
divorced I'm Judge Sears district court
by John IT. Phillips, salesman. who
voluntarily gave her custody OF their
daughter and $50 month ,alimouy
Mrs, Phillips became so much Interested
in the advance OF the suffrage cause. her
husband testified. that she left him in
1918 and went to California, where she
became a leader among her sister poll
ticians. Before that her interest in the
cause resulted i'm neglect OF the home,
Mr. Phillips testified.
Judge Sears declared he had small
sympathy for women who considered
their husbands Of value only as bread
winners and asserted that had there been
no agreement as to alimony he would
have fixed smaller sum. He signed
the decree as prayed.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
MANY AUTOS TO MAKE
TRIP TO STATE FAIR

Twenty-four automobiles have already
been scheduled 20 make the trip to Lin
coin on September 10, which is Omaha
and South Omaha day at the state fair
The bureau Of publicity has replies to a
great many of the invitations sent out
The bureau sent out a card asking all TO
reply as to whether they would 20 and
whether by train or auto.
According TO the parties scheduled to
occupy the cars. the twenty-four cars
viii carry about ninety-six people. These
cards are coming In with every mail and
Il is expected that by September 10, II the
roads are good, there win be very large
representation OF automobiles Returns
from those who are going by train are
also beginning to come in, although these
do not all decide until the last day or
two
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
DR.. A. F. Ernst
Accepts Call as
Lowe Ave, Pastor

Rev. A. =. Ernst, Ph. T.. Of Grand Is
land, has accepted unanimous call to
the pastnrate or Lowe Avenue preshy-
terian church and expects TO preach his
first sermon in that capacity on Septom-
Der % Or. Ernst and family will reside
at Forticth street and Lafayette avenue
nr. Ernst previous TO his Grand Island
charge, was pastor Of the large First
Presbyterian church OF MOcomb. III, but
had his first pastorate In Nebraska-at
Wayne, where Mrs. Ernst's people re-
side. lie is regarded as q strong preacher
and Is said 60 he very popular among
both clergy and laity OF this synod.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
TRAFFIC CLUB TAKING
ON Definite SHAPE

Omaha jobbers, manufacturers and
wholesalers have taken the preliminary
steps toward organizing a traffic club.
At the first meeting at the Commercial
club, ]. p. Byrne was chosen temporary
presiding officer 4 committee on mem
bership was appointed consisting OF Mr..
Of the Bemis Bag company, Mr..
Newquist OF Orchard & Wilhelm. Mr..
hurry OF the Commercial club traffic bu-
reau and Mr. Van Housen OF the Lee
Glass-Andreesen company.
The club is 20 have the first regular
meeting a week from Friday at o'clock
at the Commercial club, at which time
permanent officers are to be elected.
The purpose Of the club viii be to dis
cuss traffic matters and exchange cX-
perlences. Also it will be social
as well as a business organization.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
CASH GRAIN PRICE AWAY UP
Wheat Sells for Dollar Nine, the
Highest Since 1906.
Corn is STRONGEST IN YEARS
Price Goes 60 Seventy-EiEht Cents
All Grain which Reaches the
Market - sold Inside the
First Two Hours.

Again the grain market set them all
guessing. prices climbing right from the
start, with the close near the high point
OF tho day. Wheat prices reached the
highest notch Of the year and also the
highest since 1905
On the Omaha exchange cash wheat
sold at N.O6ui@. while in Chicago tho
December option was up TO N.lSiS and
December option was upto N.lSis and
down to u.l5N. May. In which most OF
tho trading was done. touched sl.25it. and
az no time dropped below si.22ts.
Corn was the strongest in several years,
Omaha cash prices being 1875 cents.
against S0d2 In Chicago
Omaha receipts were: Wheat. q; corn.
Sc, and oats, A. carloads. Everything was
sold and out OF the way inside OF two
hours after the exchange opened.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
OMAHA CONSERVATORY
OF MUSIC OPENS SOON

The Omaha Conservatory Of Music and
Art has Just issued new year book de-
Scriblng tho facilities OF the school at It's
headquarters IN the metropolitan build
ing. The first term Of tho year opens a
week from next Monday. and the outlook
for large enrolment IL good. There
will follow three later terms, closing the
school year June g. 1916.
Voice, piano, violin. cello, organ and all
OF the various instrumental music will be
Taught under efficient supervision.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
BREEN SUES SOUTH OMAHA
FOR ATTORNEYS FEES

Attorney John p. Breen has brought a
mandamus suit In district court by which
he Is attempting to compel the city OF
South Omaha to pay him SOS as q fee for
special services done by him in recent
litigation. Whether city officials had a
right TO hire an attorney when the city
attorney took stand opposed TO their
wishes. is an issue Of the case.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
Republicans Will
Organize County
Committee Soon

Following tho organization Of the state
committee. the republican county COM
mittee Is expected to hold an carly meet
ing for the selection OF officers TO con
duct the coming campaign. IL Is said
that Henry F. Meyers who was county
chairman during the last political battle
is willing TO serve again, and also that
the lawyer candidates on the ticket are
framing up to make Attorney A. II. Bur
nett chairman. For secretary. Amos
Thomas, who is booked for deputyship
in the county attorneys office II the re-
publicans win, is after the position, and
Representative Edward Simon is being
mentioned
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
ASH AL PASTORS
TO OBSERVE PEACE DAY

Omaha Federation Of women's Chris
tan Temperance unions has issued call
10 the pastors OF all the local churches
asking that they observe Sunday Sep-
tember c, az a day of special prayer for
peace for the warr,ng European nations.
This action is taken pursuant to proc
lamation issued by the National Wonen's
Christian Temperance union president.
Miss Anna Gordon.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
SPOKANE Is PLACED ON THE
MAIN LINE OF MILWAUKEE

The Milwaukee announces that IL has
placed Spokane, Wash, on the main line
OF It's transcontinental route and at
cost Of 100000. To do this, from
Pmmmer Idaho II has built into Spokane
from the old main line and out to Me-
rengo. Wash. It Is asserted that service
over the new route win begin Septem-
Der Is
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
SIBBERNSON PARTY
SAILS FROM COPENHAGEN

Mrs. I. Sbbernson of Omaha, with her
sons. Clarence. Drexel and Albert, have
sailed from Copenhagen on the Scandi-
navian-American liner Frederick VIII
which is due at New York in twelve
days. Mr.. slbbernson had planned TO 60
abroad and come home with them. but
remained here when the war broke out
He says that other omahans who were
in Copenhagen may be on the same boat
with his family.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
PostOffice Clerks
Come Sunday for
Meeting Next Week

one hundred postoffice clerks from Chi
cago and points farther east are due to
arrive I'm Omaha over the Burlington at
i:SO o'clock Sunday morning on a special
train. They are coming to the national
convention Of the Postofflce Clerk asso-
citation that will be held in Omaha next
week.
Delegations are expected to arrive from
the west, north and south Sunday and
Monday, and at the stations they will be
met by committees from the local asso-
citation.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
DR.. C. E. SMITH PARTY
ENR0UTE TO NEW YORK

message brought from Liverpool by
Mrs. c. n Dietz 10 Mrs. II A, Doud. 10
10 the effect that the latteTs sister Mrs
Charles r. Smith. with DIT, smith and
their three daughters, sailed August p
on the Cedric. and are due In New York
Saturday or Sunday. The Smiths we're all
well and had enjoyed their restricted visit
abroad. In spite OF the war.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
SMALL RED CROSS CHECKS
ARE RECEIVED BY CLUB

A number Of small checks as contribu-
tions TO the Red Cross for relief work IN
Europe have already been received at
the Commercial club, although the COM
mittee which is Officially to receive these
subscriptions has not vet been appointed,
When IL Is appointed these checks will be
turned over to IT, The executive COM
mittee has decided TO appoint such a COM
mittee. and the city commission and
other bodies in Omaha are also 10 handle
subscription lists,
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
So All the NJ en- May Know

That the closing out sale Of the ex.
collent stock OF mems and young mems
Suits. Overcoats. Raincoats, Balma-
cans. Pants and Gents Furnishings will
be thrown on the market to the buy
ing public OF Omaha and surrounding
territory. beginning Saturday morning
at s o'clock. This sale will prove one
OF the greatest bona-fide clothing sales
that ever happened In many years, as
I am anxious to close out the stock in
a very few days In order TO fit the store
up into n nice cloak and suit store.
Thousands OF men that bought clothing
from the Subway Clothing Co. know
what class Of merchandise this firm has
been handling. and when a stock of that
kind Is offered at sacrifice right in tho
beginning Of the season, and when mer-
chandise Of all kinds is going up in
price rapidly. the management of this
sale have no doubt that the most OF
Omaha men will respond.
After this mems clothing IL sold, tho
place will be known as the Subway
Cloak n Suit Store.
Now selling out mems stock.
The Subway Clothing Co.
8. Il. Cor. leth and Douglas-only 8
STEPS Down To the Subway.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
ONLY TWO MORE SHOWS
AT AK-SAR-BEN DEN

Only twice more win the regular Mon
day evening shows at Ak-Sar-Ben den
be given this fall. Monday niGht the
mall clerks are to be entertained and
initiated there, as they will be in the
city on that day for the opening OF the
National convention Of postoffice clerks
They will have the honor to be the last
outside visitors entertained ct the regular
Monday night shows this year, as the
following Monday night Is 10 be Omaha
night, and only Omaha men are to be
there.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
PARIS FIRM WRITES TO
OMAHA FOR SOME COAL

A large coal concern in Paris, France,
under date OF August q, wrote TO Nc
Caffrey Brothers OF this city. asking for
several cargoes Of coal for which they
agreed TO pay cash on delivery. They
ask for marine, locomotive and gas works
coal for delivery at Dunklrk, Rouon.
Havre, Marsoilles and Genoa. The con-
Germ is one OF the largest brokerage firms
on the Paris stock exchange.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
HIGH STUDENTS MUST
REGISTER BY MONDAY EVE

All high school students who expect TO
choose their teachers in the various
studies will be obliged TO register before
Monday evening. Registration will be in
order Saturday between $50 o'clock and
noon, and Monday from to 8 o'clock.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1914-09-04
Mrs, M. T. Patrick to
Arrive Home Sunday

Mrs. NJ. T. Patrick. who was touring
northern Italy when the war broke out,
has landed at New York from the steam
ship San Guglielmo OF the Italian line.
which sailed from Naples. Her daughter,
Mrs. Myles Standsh, has received the
Information. Mrs. Patrick is expected to
reach Omaha by Sunday.