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McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
CLEANS THEM OUT.

Alcohol" it is said, will remove
stains from summer clothes" That is
true. but 1t also removes the summer
clothes, the spring. the autumn and
the winter clothes, not only from the
one who drinks 1t, but from the wife
and family as well. 1t removes the
household furniture, the eatables from
the pantry. the smiles from the face
of the wife, the laugh from the limo
cent lips of his children and the happi-
ness out Of his home. As remover
Of things alcohol has no equal.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
CITY LIES IN DEEP GORGE
First View Of La Par, In Bolivia, De-
scrlbed by Bryce az Delight to
the Tourist.

James Bryce, in his book South
America" gives a picturesque descrip-
tion OF the approach to La Paz. Bo-
livia. He tells how the traveller who
nears La Paz has surprise in front
vi MIN ii ne is coming from Lake Z.
ticaca, the usual route from the coast.
At point $4,000 feet above sea level
the railway from Guayaquil meets the
railway from Antofagasta, 400 miles
away to the south. From this point,
called yiacha, the route turns east
ward toward the Cordillera, the line
climbing slowly in wide sweeps over
the dusty and shrubless plateau on
whose thin grass sheep are browsing.
There is not house visible, and the
smooth slope seems to run right up
against the mountain wall beyond.
Where can La Paz be? asks the trav-
eler.
Presently, however, he perceives
strings of llamas and donkeys and
wayfarers on foot moving along the
slope toward a point where they. all
suddenly vanish and are no more seen.
Then a spot is reached where the
railway itself seems to end between
few sheds. He gets out and walks
a few yards to the east and then
suddenly pulls up, with start, on
the edge of a yawning abyss.
Right beneath him, 1900 feet be-
low, a gray, red-roofed city fills the
bottom of the gorge and climbs up
its sides on both banks of the torrent
that foams through 1t. Every street
and square, every yard and garden, is
laid out unuder the eye as IL on a
map, and one almost seems to hear
the rattle of vehicles over stony pave
ments coming family up through the
thin air."
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
nraaaIna.

Two close neighbors were in con-
versation.
"Well," said one, you haven't any
call to be proud. My fathers taller
than yours"
Bet you nickel he ANTI" was the
retort.
Bet you he is" said the first
youngster. My father can see over
the wall at the end Of the garden.
Yours can't"
'Yes, he can, smarty," replied the
other, with his hat on"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
Busy.

Il Judge from the solemn, not to
say anxious, look that your friend has
great responsibilities on his shout
ders."
you are quite right. He's chairman
Of the entertainment committee for
his Sunday school picnic this year
and he tells me he hasn't had a good
nights rest in q month"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
pod WORD FOR THE BIRDS
eautlfui, and Useful In Their De
struction OF Much Insect Life
u That 10 Harmful.

The warm weather has brought the
y again. Their chirping and sing
r make a morning symphony the like
(which can be heard from no trained
.nhestra- They dot the landscape with
beauty that no artistic skill can
fal. They are beautiful. useful In
cir destruction of harmful insect
sts and aid US nightly in appreciat-
Is the Joy Of living.
Now, then. Ia good time for re-
owed appeal for the lives and we'll.
Nng Of birds.
me DesI instincts or the human race
leyoted to the saving of all kinds
and sanction the taking Of life
- alp such destruction serves
purpe. ieful to mankind.
This eenot be urged In the case Of
the birds. For the most part they are
not food animals. The higher intelli.
gence and spiritualism Of humanity
should bring about concerted move
ment for small bird protection.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
At the Wronu Desk

At the WRONG Desk.
Caller Tin newspaper office)--Hello.
old man! Anything new today?
Paragrapher-Well. I'm surprised.
And SO many free schools in this coun-
try, too!
Caller-Why, what do you mean?
Paragrapher-The idea Of any man
possessing ordinary intelligence com
ing into the humorous department and
asking II there is anything new.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
Desperate.

There is evidently something wrong
with your car" said the meddlesome
man. but don't know just what 1t
is"
Don't let that bother you," an
swered the owner of the car, who had
received about all the gratis advice he
could stand. Il prefer to find out
what is wrong with 1t myself. even II
have to turn a somersault into .
Iituh 10 sos the slso;s- :s;ssa...So::;.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
AT THE FIRST SIGNS
OF Failing Hair Get cutlcura.
Works Wonders. Trial Free.

Touch spots Of dandruff and itching
with Cuticura Ointment, and follow
next morning with 8 hot shampoo Of
Cuticura Soap. This ut once arrests
falling hair and promotes hair growth.
You may rely on these supercreamy
emollients for all skin troubles.
Sample each free by mail with Book.
Address postcard, Cuticura, Dept. Ky,
Boston. Sold everywhere.-Ady.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

Over 100000 packages of Aliens Foot-Ease, the
antiseptic powder to shake into your shoes, are
being used by the German and Allied troops 1t
the Front because 1t rests the feet, gives In
slant relief to Corns and Bunions, hot, swollen,
aching, tender feet, and makes walking easy.
Sold everywhere, Csc. Try It TODAY. Dss't
seesSf ssy sNbsfifafs. Ado.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

Whats the cause of the crowd?"
asked the visitor to Placer Gap.
1--WE just had a little party down
on Roaring creek" answered Bill
Boulder.
ANY refreshments served?"
"Nope. A drink Of Ticker was Of
fered to Mexican Joe before we strung
him up, but he said he didn't need
1t. TIL cuss died game, anyhow"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
Nav Was a False Prophet.

Nov. Tommy" said his ma. "if you
eat any of that cake In the pantry it
will make you sick"
Say ma" remarked Tommy an hour
later, you was dead wrong about that
cake. 1t didn't make me sick at ALL"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
What Allied II.

Your town seems awful dead. Had
scourge of any kind?" asked the
stranger.
NO." answered the citizen.
mo smallpox or yellow fever"
mo"
mo food or famine?"
mo"
We'll, what ails your town this
year,"
Nothing ails 1t this year, but a
boom struck 1t last year."-Topeka
Journal.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
Comparisons.

II have a fireless cooker
Il have a smokeless husband. DIAL.
timore American.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
WHY?

WHY?
why do we levy taxes to support
widows and orphans and license the
murder Of husbands and fathers. It
is reckoned that there are $4,000
whisky-made orphans in the United
States. White Ribbon Bulletin.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
MRS. MABEN
WAS MADE | WELL.
By Lydia E. Pinkham's Veg.
table Compound and Wants
Other Suffering Women
To Know Il.
Murfreesboro, Tenn. -" I have
wanted to write to you for long time

10 tell you what your
wonderful remedies
have done for me. I
was a sufferer from
fem ale weakness
and displacement
and ! would have
such tired, worn out
feelings, sick head
aches and dizzy
spells. Doctors did
me no good SO ! tried
the Lydia K. Pink
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
To Drive Out Malaria
And Build In The System

Take the Old Standard GROVES
TASTELESS chill TONIC, You know
what you are taking. as the formula Is
printed or every label. showing Il Is
Quinine and Iron in = tasteless form The
Quinine drives out malaria, the Iron
builds up the system. 50 cents. Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
Undoubtedly.

Little Lemuel-What are cobble-
stones, paw?
Paw--They are the kind that are
hard on shoe leather, son.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

The average man is too modest to
say he is better than other men-but
he Is willing to admit he is different
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
Same ThInu.

Hearing noise at the kitchen en-.
trance, the man Of the house slipped
quietly to the rear door and suddenly
opened It. The grocer's delivery boy
was there with basket containing
dozen eggs. pound OF butter and
some Roquefort cheese.
"Oh, It's you, is 1t. Billy" said the
man. my wife 10 always afraid when
she hearse noise here. especially aft
or It begins to grow dark. She thinks
It's q robber."
well. she needn't change her mind
on my account" gloomily responded
the grocer's boy, handing over the
goods and presenting the bill, which
called for 1.S7.--Pittsburgh Chron-
icle Telegraph
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
kasn n In YOUR st.hIe.

Keep It In Your Stable.
For external use on horses nothing
that we know Of equals Hanford's Bal.
sam. Many trainers use 1t as leg
wash because It keeps the skin In fine
condition and should cure lameness.
Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

Speaking Of the capacity to assimi-
late punishment. Pennsylvania man
has taught school for more than fifty
years.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

What inspired this dainty spring
poem?' babbled the romantic girl.
"Daffodils and violets, ween."
mo-" said the matter-of-fact poet,
when I'm going good all want is q
chew Of tobacco"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
In Disagreement.

Can you remember when you were
happy, barefoot boy?'
mo. And my idea Of happy boy Ia
one who wears shoes and doesn't get
stone-bruises."
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
CALIFORNIA BLIND PIGS.

"Blind pigging Is an occupation that
has been carried on with IMMUNITY in
nearly every county In this state" says
the Los Angeles Tribune. Yes, it is
speaking OF the wet state Of Califor.
MIA
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

"The auto face is fixed one"
Yes, strange to say, 1t is not mo-
bile"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
Logical Sequence.

What biting wind!"
That's because we're in the teeth
OF gale"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

Most people are not on speaking
terms with their own oonsciences half
the time.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

YOUR OWN DRUGGIST WILL TELL YOU
Try Murine Rye Remedy for Red, Weak, watery
Hyes and Granulated Hyelids; No smarting-
just Nye comfort. Write for Book of tho Hye
By mall Free. Murine Rye Remedy Co., Chicago
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

The dachshund has very short legs,
but his pants are just as long as those
of any other dog.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

Eph Wiley says Q small town is one
In which they make the licensing Of
billiard halls q moral issue.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

II 1t wasn't for men, fewer women
would dislike each other.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

For proud flesh use Hanford's Bal
sam Of Myrrh. Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
An Oddly.

For fresh cuts apply Hanford's Bal
sam. Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
Accounting for Il.

Many marriages are simply blum
ders."
Perhaps It rs because there Is such
a lot OF MISLEADING in marriage"
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
OuId tiln tnsplratlon.

For gals use Hanford's Balsam.
Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

But man never realizes what fool
ideas he has until after he builds
house according to his own plans.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
ne u6sL InbtiNctb OF ING huHlau Taco
Aeyoted to the saving Of all kinda
and sanction the taking Of life

Hanford's Balsam of Myrrh Ii itself
m antiseptic and the use of any other
remedy before applying 1t IL unneces-
eary Adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25

The Lord always seems to pay more
attention to the hustler's prayers for
success.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
INTERNATIONAL.
SUNnAYS0lOOL
LESSON

tBy e. o. SELLERS. Acting Director Of
Sunday School Course Of Moody Bible
Institute. Chicago)
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-06-25
An Opposite Reason

Let me down easy"
why should II"
Because I'm hard up"
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1915-06-09
AcnIdentaI lnventlons.

The ancients believed that there
was certain kind Of mineral sub
stance in existence by means of which
all the common metals could te turned
into gold. This supposed substance
was called the philosophers stone, and
the alchemists OF classic times and
during the middle ages spent much
time and labor in search Of this won
derful substance
OF course, since nothing of the kind
ever existed, 1t was never found: but
it is worth remembering that some Of
the most notable invs utions we're dis
covered In this wide sc arch. II was in
looking for the philosophers stone that
the German chemist, 3otticher, Stun
bled upon the secret of making the
beautiful Dresden porcelain. Roger
Bacon, in the same way, discovered
the composition Of gunpowder; Geber
found the properties of acids; Van
Helmon discovered the nature of gas,
and Doctor Glauber found the secret
of making the salts which now bear
his name.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1915-06-09

amazed at his own sensations, con
scious of fears and emotions of which
he would never have believed himself
capable. He gave in his card, and
after few moments delay he was
shown into the presence of one of the
chiefs of the detective department,
who greeted him warmly.
my name is Hardaway." the latter
announced.
"My assistant. young lady, Miss
Lenora Macdougal, has disappeared!
She and / and Professor Ashleigh left
the steamer at Plymouth and travelled
up in the boat train. 1t was stopped
at Hamblin road for the professor and
myself, and Miss Macdougal came on
to London. She was staying at Cliff
ford's hotel in Payne street for the
night, and then going on to the aunt.
Well, I've found that aunt She was
expecting the girl, but the girl never
appeared.
"Where did. this aunt live?s Harda-
way inquired.
mo. II, Princess Court road, West
Kensington, Quest replied. "She had
Just moved there from Elsmere road,
Hampstead. went first to Hampstead.
Lenora had been there and learned
her aunt's correct address in West
Kensington. followed on TO West
Kensington and found that the aunt
was still awaiting her"
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1915-06-09
Mrs. WiIlet,
1877 EIsmere Road,
Hampstead.


This was 157 and the house was
empty. After a moments hesitation
he rang the bell at the adjoining door
A woman, who had been watching
him from the front room, answered the
summons at once.
Can you tell me-" he inquired,
what has become of the lady who
used to live at 157-Mrs. Willet?"
She's moved" was the uncompro,
missing reply.
DO you know where to-" Quest
asked, eagerly.
"West Kensington-No II Princess
Court road. There was a young lady
here yesterday afternoon inquiring for
her."
Quest raised his hat. 1t was a relief,
at any rate, to have news of Lenora.
II am very much obliged to you,
madam"
You're welcomed" was the terse re-
ply.
Quest gave a new address to the
taxi driver and was scarcely able to
restrain his impotence during the long
drive. They pulled up at last before
somewhat dingy-looking house. He
rang the bell, which was answered by
a trim-looking little maidservant.
Us Mrs. Willet in?" he inquired.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1915-06-09
Old manx Hospitality,

The Isle OF Man government. which
is concerned at the financial loss
caused by the requisition OF passen-
ger steamers for military purposes.
used at one time to legislate against
visitors from the mainland. One OF
the very earliest laws on the Manx
statute book enioined all Scots to
avoid the land with the next vessel
that goeth into Scotland. upon pain
OF forfeiture of their goods and bod
les to prison" Another enacted that
Irish women loytering and not work
ing be commanded forth of this isle
with as much speed as may be-" Tke
aforementioned law was the result of q
series of raids on the Manx coast by
q Galloway rover called MaeCulloch-
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1915-06-09
cLEAR-HEADED.
Head Bookkeepcr Must Be Reliable.

The chief bookkeeper in a large
business house in one OF our great
Western cities speaks OF the harm
coffee and tea did for him:
MY wife and l drank our first cup
OF Postum a little over two years
ago, and we have used 1t ever since,
to the entire exclusion of tea and
coffee. 1t happened In this way:
Il had an attack OF pneumonia,
which left me with dyspepsia, or neu-
ralgia of the stomach. My cup OF
cheer had always been coffee or tea.
but / became convinced, after a time,
that they aggravated my stomach
trouble. happened to mention the
matter to my grocer one day aud he
suggested that l give Postum 3 trial.
Next day 1t came. and re liked it
so much that we viii never change
back; for | am a well man today and
have used no medicine.
My work as chief bookkeeper in
our Co.'S branch house here is of a
very combining nature. During my cof-
fee drinking days / was subject to
nervousness and the blues in addi-
ton to my sick spells. These have
left me since / began using Postum
and / can conscientiously recommend
it to those whose work confines them
TO long hours Of severe mental exer-
ton"
Name given by Postum Co.. Battle
Creek, Mich. Read THE Road to
Wellville." in pkgs.
Postum comes in two forms:
Postum cereal-the original form
must be well boiled. 15c and Csc pack
ages.
Instant Postunl-a soluble powder
dissolves quickly In cup Of hot wa
ter, and, with cream and sugar, makes
a delicious beverage instantly. 300
and SOC tins.
Both kinds are equally delicious and
cost about the same per cup.
There's a Reason" for Postum.
sold by Grocers.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1915-06-09
SYNOPSIS.

Sanford Quest, master eriminolcgist OF
the world, finds that in bringing to jus
tice Macdougal. the murderer of Lord
Ashleigh's daughter. he has but Just be-
gun hfe-and-death struggle with a mys-
ferrous master criminal. In a hidden hut
IN Professor Ashleigh's garden he has
seen an anthropoid ape skeleton and a
living fnhuman creature, half monkey
half man, destroyed by fire. In his rooms
have appeared from nowhere black boxes
containing diamonds that had been torn
from the owners throat by pair of arm
less, threatening hands and sarcastic
threatening notes signed by the inscruta-
Bile hands. Laura and Lenora, his assis-
tants, suspect Craig. the professors valet
Of the double murder OF Ross Brown
Quests valet, and q Miss Qmgg. Quest
traps Craig, but he escapes TO England
on a tramp steamer. The black boxes
continue TO appear in uncanny fashion
Notified Of Craig's recapture by Scotland
Yard men Quest and the professor go "a
Hamblin house, Lord Ashleigh's home in
England, only to find that Craig has again
ESCAPED,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1915-06-09
No Hardships a, All.

MY wife aud have a plan to pre-
vent cross words" said Mr.. Plimlon.
Tell me about it," said Mr.. Cad
spur.
You see. it's this way. We have
agreed that every time one or the 9TH
err gets mad. some pleasure set apart
for that particular day must be fore
gone
Just SO. And how does the scheme
work."
Not very well, fear. Mrs. Plimlon
gets 50 much satisfaction out of raking
me over the Goals that she doesn't
mind paying the forfeit"
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1915-06-09
Copyright. 1sl5. by Otis F. WOODY

I'VE must not eat or drink or Sleep"
Quest declared, fiereely, until we have
brought this matter to an end. Craig
must be found. This is the supreme
horror of ALL"
The butler made an apologize ap-
pearanee. He spoke in a hushed whis-
per.
You are wanted downstairs, gentle
men. Middleton, the head keeper. is
| there"
As though inspired with common
idea, both Quest ana the professor hur-
ried out of the room and down the
broad stairs. Their inspiration vas
a true one. The gamekeeper well
coined them with a smile or triumph
BY his side, the picture of abject mis-
cry, his clothes torn and muddy, was
Craig!
I've imagined this little job, sir"
Middleton announced, with a smile OF
slow triumph.
How did you get him?" Quest de-
manded
Little idea OF my own." the game
keeper continued. Il guessed pretty
well what he'd be up to. He'd tumbled
to it that the usual way of the moor
was pretty well guarded, and he'd
| doubled back through the thin line
of woods close to the house. / dug
one of my poachers' pits, sir, and COW
cred 1t over with lot Of loose stuff.
That got him all right. When went
to look this morning saw where he'd
fallen through, and there he was, walk
ing round and round at the bottom like
: Gagged animal. Your servants have
telephoned for the police, Mr.. Ash
leigh"
Quest suddenly whispered to the pro-
lessor. Then he turned to the keeper
Bring him upstairs, Middleton, for
moment" he directed. Follow US,
please"
They passed into the bedchamber.
Quest signed to the keeper to bring
Craig to the side of the four-poster.
Then he drew down the sheet.
rs that your work." he asked,
sternly.
Craig, up till then, had spoken no
word. He had shambled to the bed
side, broken, yet, in a sense, a stolid
| figure. The sight of the dead man,
however, seemed to galvanize him into
sudden and awful vitality. He threw
up his arms. His eyes were horrible
as they glared at those small black
marks. His lips moved backwards and
forwards, helplessly at first. Then at
last he spoke.
"Strangledl" he cried. "One morel"
THAT is your work." the criminolo-
gist said, firmly.
Craig collapsed. He would have
fallen bodily to the ground If Middle
toms grip had not kept him up. Quest
bent over him. 1t was clear that he
had tainted. They led him from the
room.
Wed better lock him up until the
police arrive" Quest suggested. 81
suppose there is safe place some
where?"
The professor awoke from his
stupor.
Let me show you," he begged. 81
know The way. We've a subterranean
hiding place which no criminal on this
earth could escape FROM"
They led him down to the back part
Of the house into a dry cellar which
had the appearance of prison cell.
This place has been used before
now, in the old days, for malefactors,"
the professor remarked. He'll be
safe there. Craig" he added, his
voice trembling, "Craig-I-I can't
speak to you. How could you'll"
There was no answer. Craig's face
was buried in his hands. They left
him there and turned the key.