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El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
DENVER BOYS AND GIRLS
CARRY BASKETS To pom

Denver, Colo, Dec. 25.-Four hun
dred Christmas baskets were carried
TO as many poor families Christmas eve
by Boy Scouts and Campfire Girls. Fra
ternal and charitable organizations. i'm
addition. saw that many other families
were taken care Of
Reports throughout the Rocky NOM
tain region indicated that prosperity
was general and that few families
would be overlooked. In the mining
camps Of the state, hundreds of men
nave lately been re-employed and the
new year promises a renewal Of activ-
ity on an unprecedented scale
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
WOMAN PAYsr-AT UNIQUE.

Today and tomorrow the Unique off
ers as the special attraction. The
Woman Pays. a five-part Metro pro-
ductiou. featuring the accomplished
Nalli NallL This picture affords Miss
Vali unlimited opportunity to display
her versatile and forceful dramatic
ability. While she has played impor-
tant roles in the snoken drama. both
IN this country and England. she is
perhaps best known for her stellar roles
in Queen Of the Movies 'sThe Purple
Read, THE Dollar Princess" and other
big stage successes. 4 strong cast will
appear in support OF Miss Valli. includ-
ing Marie Empress. Edward Brennan.
John T. Bowers. Paul Lawrence, Mae
DeMetz and Julia Hurley. The shows
start at 1900 noon. 1;15 D m. ESQ,
5.f5, 500. 6.15, 1.S0. S:45 and 10 p. m
The admission is p ceuts.-Adv.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
GOV. MCDONALD WANTS
STATE BUILDING SUPPORTED

Santa Fe. y n, Dec 25.-Governor
". c. Mcdonald has issued an appeal
to the counties OF the state to assist
in raising money with which TO keep
the New Mexico building open at the
san Diego fair during the next year
Governor Mcdonald states in his
special message, that If the county
commissioners will act by appropriate
ing monies from the county appropria-
ton levies. the building can be kept
open for the year.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
SUBMARINE Fires SHELL

New York. Dec. 25.-The Greek
steamer loannina arrived today from
Poraeus and reported having been
Tired upon by submarine, nationality
unknown. when about 20 miles off
kalamata- Greece. Capt Hajapis said
the submarine pursued the steamer for
some distance before firing a shell,
which fell 80 yards off the starboard
side Of the steamer
The Ioannina then stopped and the
submarine passed close to the steamer,
bus submerged after seeing the Greek
flag on the vessel.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
5000 CHRISTMAS GREETINGS BY
WIRE TO AND FROM Ell PASO

Christmas greetings by telegraph
were popular with FL Pasoans on
Christmas eve The two telegraph
companies handled over 5000 might
letters carrying Christmas greetings
TO all parts Of America
The messenger boys had busy
time of il on Christmas morning celiV-
ering the many messages received here
The boys were well treated by the re-
cipients of the messages and tips were
both numerous and liberal.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
BORDER TROOPS ARE GIVEN
LEAVE FOR CHRISTW 4 :

All but important duties at the fort
ano IN the army camps were suspended
christmas in order that Uncle Sans
fighting force on the border might en-
JOY Christmas.
Dinners were served in all Of the
camp mess halls and tents and the sol
diers spent the day in camp and down
town as they were all on leave except
the important business of the border
brigade.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
FOUR y. NJ. {. A. SING so
BADLY POLICE STOP THEN

4 party u four young men from me NJ
u G A. were misunderstood BY M noIice
on ChTistIngs eve while caroliug in the fash
lonable part Of the city and were taken 10
me police station where they explained that
they were serenading
.. me -FOUR young men were released by
tapt w D. Greet upon showing the mel
ioWness OF their voices and the goodness
or their intention The four songsters vgere
J. L Graham. J. Woodbury.. ". W Wallace
and Perry Gvvin
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
CAROTHERS CALLED TO
WASHINGTON BY LANSING

United States special agent George
c. CarOthers has been called TO Wash
ington by secretary of state Robert
Lansing and was scheduled TO leave
at ! o'clock Saturday afternoon
Saturday morning Mr. CarOthers and,
Gen Aware Obregon, following letters
Of a most cordial note, met in Gen
Obregon's room on the fifth floor of
the Hotel Paso del Norte. in an eX
change of seasonal greetings and for
an informal summary OF the present
situation and prospects of the reestab-
lishment Of peace in Mexico
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
WHOLE j. s. HAS
CLAD CHRISTMAS
Rich and Poor Throughout
Country Enjoy Gifts and
Giving; Thousands Aided.
CONTINUED from page II

house, played Santa Claus in the alb
sence OF the president
There was a large Christmas tree in
the library on the second floor cf the
white house, deliberately decorated and
laden with packages.
Although the president was away,
there were presents and good wishes
from him for the youngsters and Tie
grOwn-ups too.
The white house festivities VIII be
rounded out with a dinner for the
family group in the state dining room
this evening.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
CHRISTMAS TIRE BURNS
W HOME DE MIS- VI A

. An electric sparkler and some in
flamabTe Christmas ornaments ON =
CHRISTMAS tree at the home OF Mrs. L.
= Fayram. 1921 Myrtle avenue
Drought out the central fire depart
ment at noon Saturday.
inc tree had been decorated for the
children of Mr.. and Mrs. J. T. Ffnnev
and the only damage was the destruc-
ton Of the tree and the burning of
several curtains at the windows.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
AMERICAN NATIONAL LIVESTOCK
ASSOCIATION OPP ) OFFICES

W l. TOmlinson. secretary of the
American National Livestock associa-
tiOn. arrived in Fl PasO, Friday after
noon from Denver to get ready 10 open
the organizations office in this city.
preliminary to the annual convention
January %, 20 and %.
The chamber of commerce building
Will be Mr.. Tomlinson's Headquarters
and the first OF the year VII find
force Of clerks and stenOgrap piers at his
office.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
NEGRO CHURCH HAS EARLY
SERVICE on CHRTgTaFa :

Christmas services were held by the
congregation Of the Second Bantist
church, at 6 o'clock Christmas morn
ing at the church. There was a very
large congregation present
The negro MasOns will celebrate St |
JOINS day on Monday at the negro /
Masonic temple.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
VILLAS WIFE AND PARTY
LEAVE u. S. For HAVANA

New Orleans. La, Dec 25.-Mrs.
Francisco Villa, wife Of the Mexican
revolutionary leader, sailed today for
Havana with a party of 20 relatives
which included Mrs. HipoIito Villa, wife
Of the generals brother.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
CARRANZA WANTS TO STAVE
OFF FOREIGN LOAN FOR TINE

Washington. D. c., Dec. 25.-Despite
the fact that Mexico is now practically
bankrupt, Cen Carranza is anxious TO
stave off a foreign loan fo- several
months at least because Of the prevail
ing high price of money
An effort viii be made next month
10 finance a federal bank, but funds OBJ
tanned for this purpose would not be
available for government use, although
the new banking system is expected
to do much toward restoring the cOun-
try's credit
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
THE ELKS KEEP OPEN HOUSE
AND SERVE EGG NOG CHRISTMAS

II Paso lodge OF Elks kept open
mouse Christmas day and served egg
nog- Roy D. Barnum. secretary Ed An
derson and other officers of the lodge
were on hand as hosts.
Christmas eve the Elks distributed
several hundred boxes OF dinners among
the poor of the city.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25

INUIllIIUVu II''I'' -'-aV II
completed, according to consul Garcia
Saturday.
Oregon and PershinE Exchange Calls.
Gen. Obregon and consul Garcia mo-
tored out TO Fort Bliss Friday at
o'clock and paid call on Gen: John )
Pershing, with Mai. J. L. Hines and
Lieut.. NJ c. Shallen5erger OF his stair,
present At $3.50 .. m Gen Pershing,
accompanied by Lieut. NJ. c. Shallen-
berger. returned Gen. ObregOn's COM
pliments by calling on him at the del
Norte hotel Nothing OF a business na-
ture was considered.
Cen Persh'ng. accompanied by Maj
Hines and Lieut.. Shallenberger. again
called on Gen Obregon Saturday fore
noon, on purely social matters. they
declared, in conformation to the de-
mands of military etiquet.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
ARMY OFFICER IS HELD
UNDER CAR BUT UNHURT

Douglas. Ariz. Dee. 25.-Capt Clifford L.
Leonori. 18th infantry. narrowly escaped
death or serious injury when the autono-
Die which he was driving over the state
highway Il miles west Of Douglas turned
turtle Capt. Leonori was pinned undre the
car but managed to extricate himself with
out any injuries more serious than bruises.
Passersby helped him right the damag get
car and he brought IL back under its OWE
power The accident was caused by the
caving OF the roadbed
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
WIGw AM--MERRY CHRISTMAS

The WisWam wishes us many friends
and patrons u very Merry Christmas
Its offering for today is an all-comedy
bill. one that is in keeping with the
spirit of the gladstone Yuletide sea-
SON After your big turkey dinner.
come. laugh and forget the, troubles Of
the dying year.
Merry Christmast-Adv
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
COUNTY OFFICIALS ARE
4 GIVEN CHRISTMAS PRESENTS

Sheriff Peytoh J. Edwards and chief
deputy sheriff Stanley Good, ST, were
each presented with a camping outfit
by the office and jail forces Friday
afternoon. VIII I. Watson, county tax
collector, was remembered Christmas
morning with a handsome automobile
robe, the gift Of the members of his
office force.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
ne IONS or CANDY SOM.

One Of the candy stores sold - tons
of candy to the people of FL Paso since
the 10th OF December, entirely exhaust
ing its supply. A rush order for three
tons more was telegraphed Friday to
Denver in order to meet the New Years
trade.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
SEVENTH CAVALRY REACHES
ITS STATION AT DOUGLAS

Douglas, Ariz, Dee 25.-The Seventh
cavalry. transferred here from the Philip
pines. has now established itself IN Camp
Douglas. The regiment arrived on two spe-
cial trains from san Francisco and was
met here by Col James B. Erwin. who took
command at the depot and directed the de-
trainmeut- Five officers accompanied the
regiment
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
DO Prevent INC Gin

Colds cause Grip-Laxative Bromo Out
nine removes the cause. There is only
one 'BromO Quinine." z. ". GROVES
signature on box 25c
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
PRESIDENT AND BRIDE
SPEND aUTFT CHRTSTI A.

Hot Springs, Va. Dee 25.-Tbe presi-
dent and Mrs Wilson spent Christmas
DAY quietly and planned TO dine in thei
suite at o'clock this evening after -
motor drive.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
To Drive Ont Malaria and Build I'd
The Svsfeua

Take the Old STANDARD GROVES
TASTELESS chill TONIC You know
what you are taking as the formula is
printed on every label. showing il is
Quinine and Iron in a tasteless form
70c-Adv
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
An Improved Quinine. Does not Cause
NerNnnaness nor RInglnr In HeaL

The happy combination Of laxatives in
LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE makes
the Quinine in this form have a far
better effect than the ordinary Quinine.
and it can he taken by anyone without
affecting the head Remember to call
for the fun name. Look for signature
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
6. 4. r. VETERAN SENDS Toys
FROM Z. s. SOLDIERS HOME

From far away Sswtelle, Cal. IN the
L. 5 Soldiers home, where the old
veterans Of the great war sit under the
palm fronds and tells tales Of Lookout
Mountain and Gettysburg, Christmas
package came from an old veteran 70
his uttle two year old boy friend in FL
Paso Christmas morning.
Capt Frank Tusten. past commander
of Emmett Crawford Post, 6. A. R. OF
FL Paso, is spending the winter at the
SaWtelle soldiers home for Nhe benefit
Of his health. Having no children OF
his own, Capt Tusten always remem
bers his little friends on Christmas and
this year he sent them blocks and balls
and a silver cornet-
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25

Roast stuffed wisconsin Goose will
be served with regular dinner, 81 per
plate, at the Zeiger Christmas Day.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25

residence section OF Pasadena, CaIifOr-
mia; rooms. basement. three porches.
hardwood floors, complete and up-to-
now in every respect; large garage, SER
wants quarters: $500; viii exchange
for FL PasO property.
5-room bungalow, good section Los An
geles: $4,000 value VIII exchange for
Fl PasO property
NEWMAN INVESTMENT
COMPANY
Phone $50 100 San Antonio.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1915-12-25
WHEREABOUTS OF
VILLA A MYSTERY

Continued from page Il
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
Electricity
In Toyland

1t is only recently that electricity be-
gan to play a conspicuous part in the
Christmas holiday. OF all the electric
TOYS the little trolley car is one Of the
best. 1t gets its power from the light
ing circuit and will run on its circular
track quite well, as well as its big
cousin runs in the city streets. Toy
motors and generators to run toy ma
chinery are especially interesting to
boys. For girls modern doll houses are
illuminated with tiny electric lamps.
This year Santa Claus win have in
his pack new toy for little girls,
miniature electric range. 1t is COM
plete practical range that cooks and
bakes perfectly, the very thing for
which little girls have longed with all
their hearts tits safe plaything for
children. and when using it they not
only occupy themselves happily, but
they actually learn to cook. There is
complete set of utensils furnished
free. with cookbook for children writ
ten so simnlr chat they can understand
it without difficulty. This small range
is fifteen inches high. with six burners
and practical little oven
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
The Old Time Surgeon.

Before anesthetics were known the
surgeons only expedient was to abridge
his patients sufferings by working rap
idly In this the old time surgeons did
wonders One day the celebrated sur
geon Maisenneuve had to amputate the
leg of poor devil. who began to howl
In advance. ''I'll give you my watch"
said the surgeon. IF the operation
lasts more than minute" The man
accepted the OFFER but was obliged to
forego the handsome watch, as the OPP
Grafton took less time than it requires
to describe. To amputate an arm at
the shoulder is most difficult opera
ton DIR. Langenbeck Of Germany did
1t in two minutes. A young physician
who came to see him perform the OPP
Grafton adjusted his spectacles to his
nose so as not to lose single move
ment, but when the spectacles were In
place the operation was over.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
For Children's Cough.

You cannot use anything better
for your child's cough and cold than
Dr.. Kings New Discovery. It is pre-
pared from Pine Tar mixed with
healing and soothing balsams. 1t
does not contain anything harmful
and is slightly laxative, just enough
to expel the poisons from the system.
DR.. Kings New Discovery is antisep-
tic-kills the cold germs-raises the
phlegm--loosens the cough and sooth-
es the irritation. Don't put off
treatment. Coughs and Colds often
lead to serious lung troubles. 1t is
also good for adults and the aged.
Get bottle to-day. All Druggists.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24

Dream. little childl The glowing Goals
Are painting pictures on the wall.
Out from the QuiverinG shadows there
You almost hear the thrilling call
OF Merry Christmas, little maid
hope I've brought your hearts DESIRE"
And ,Santa's shadow just above
Grows lifelike by the leapins fire.
Dream. little child! The Christmas air
Is glowing with your visions BRIGHT.
And all the joys tomorrow holds
Are shining on the page of night
Dream little child! And may the years
To you their richest treasures leave.
And may all happy dreams prove real
That come to you this Christmas eve!
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
ayuJe Dourhs, and Mince Pies.

The Yule doaghs Qittle cakes). mince
pies and plum porridge (now plum pud-
ding, were old especial Christmas
dishes. The first also called Yule
babies. had their origin ain Rome, where
images of the child Jesus and the Vir-
gin A,n~- were sold by the bakers on
Chr.r ore The following account
of IL, ish inince pie. as recorded
bv an old traveller will doubtless be
interesting 10 housewives Of the pres
ent day s'T,,en every family against
Christmas male a famous minched
pye, called CHRISTMAS .pye; it is most
learned fixture of meats. tongues.
chicken. ergs sugar. raisins- lemon,
orange ne"l ard various kinds of
spicery. Ftev also made sort of
soup with rlums. which is not at all
inferior TO the pye. whish is in their
language called plum porridge." Her
rick, in his account Of the ceremonies
Of Christmas eve writes:
Come guarde this night the Christmas
pye.
That the thiefe. though ne'er slie,
With his flesh hooks don't come ME
To catch it
From him who all alone sits there,
Having his eyes still in hys care,
And a deale of nightly feare
To watch It,
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
Sciatica's Piercing Pain.

To kill the nerve pains of Sciatica
you can always depend on Sloan's
Liniment. 1t penetrates to the seat
of pain and brings ease as soon as it
is applied. A great comfort too with
Sloan's is that no rubbing is requir-
cd. Sloan's Liniment is invaluable
for stopping muscular or nerve pain
of any kind. Try it at once if you
suffer with Rheumatism, Lumbago,
Sore Throat, Pain in Chest, Sprains,
Bruises, etc. 1t is excellent for Neu-
ralgia and Headache. 25c. at all
Druggists.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
Maker Of pietionaries No. Enxied.

Can any one envy the. maker of die
tionaries? To Sir James Murray the
readers were draw n III. those who were
to garner words. Some hundred thou
sand works were examined by a
staff of assistants with two eyes and
bit of brain. aud they may have got the
spelling right. But think Of the task OF
the searcher. going through the books
he loves in the search for word. And
missing all else. For the man with the
demand upon him would read the
Bible with one eye for misprints. No
such torture for the lover Of literature
could be devised like the making of
dictionary. London Chronicle.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
Improxina on shakespeare.

A member of the business star Of
Robert Mantell. the actor. tells Of a
conversation he overheard ''in front"
on the occasion Of Mr.. Mantell's pro-
duction of Hamlet" in a western
town.
"Oh. Harry" said the young woman.
II think It's an awful shame to drown
Ophelia and kill Hamlet They ought
to have been married"
Whereupon Harry heaved a sigh and
looked earnestly at his companion.
II amt great on tragedy" said he,
''but that's how should fix it"-New
York Times.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
Cough Medicine For Children.

Mrs. Hugh Cook, Scottsville, N.
", says: About five years ago when
we were living in Garbutt, N. Y, /
doctored two Of my children suffer-
ing from colds with Chamberlain's
Cough Remedy and found 1t just as
represented in every way. 1t prompt
iy checked their coughing and cured
their colds quicker than anything l
ever used ObtainabIe anywhere.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
Christmas Eve.

Dream. little childl The shadows fall
Over the land the mystic veil
That hides the morrow from our eyes
Is sWayinG in the starlight pale
Dream, little child! IT'S Christmas eve.
Dream while the magic hours glide by.
Each wind that blows the snowflakes wild
Is laden with sweet mystery.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
Nervous Women.

When the nervousness is caused
by constipation. as is often the case.
you will get quick relief by taking
ChamDerlain's Tablets. These tab
lets also improve the digestion. OBJ
tainable everywhere.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24
Flooding the Magazine.

A flooding device TO prevent the ex-
plosion Of the powder magazine is fit
ted to most big hattIeships. By SIM
ply turning on number of taps sea
water is allowed to rush through pipes
into the powder store. which is rem
dered harmless in case of fire.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24

If he'd a, had the sense to walk
He'd soon a knowed it wasnt Mate.
But only Byron's plaster pate
That Kitty was caressins
For she was sure it came from Cys
An that's the very reason why
She fondled OF 1t on the sly.
With all her heart confsssin
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1915-12-24

II see where very clever dog Is
the star of play lately produced"
II suppose they did that to make it
a bowling success. - Baltimore Ameri-
can.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-08-09
Benny Bennett Reports He Was Held
up Late Saturday Night and
Castrated by Three
AssaiIants.
COULD IDENTIFY NONE
Walked to st. Joseph's Hospital Fol-
lowing Alleged AssauIt-Can
Give no Reason for
Attack.

Benny Bennett, forty-one years old,
employed at the Holland second hand
store, lies at st. Joseph's hospital to-
day in a painful condition, following
an alleged attack Saturday night, in
which he was subjected to castration
by three unknown men.
According to the story told to the
police today, he was going home Sat
urday night about II o'clock and had
Just come to the alley on South Second
street, between Johnson and Exchange
streets, when three men jumped odt
of the shadows of the Huiskamp build
ing and seized him and dragged him
into the alley.
He said that one Of the trio cried,
We've got you now" when they laid
hold of him. Bennett was unable to
recognize any one of the three, even
to telling whether they were white or
black
After the attack Bennett proceeded TO
his room on South Second street, and
bandaged himself as well as he could.
and then walked out to st. Joseph s
hospital, arriving there at 4,o'cfock in
the morning.
After being admitted, his injuries
were dressed by DR.. Clark. The doc
tor reported that one gland had been
cut away. Bennett did not call the
police or report the matter to the sta
ton. The department heard Of it, how
ever, and interviewed him.
Bennett was unable to give any
reason why he should be subjected to
such an attack.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-08-09

as
returning.
night during which
be made and the
the
shall accompanied by
bonding security
business
with the City Clerk
vehicle will
Thousand
discharge
his
hold
all liability resulting from
Iany its agents. servants employees
No substt
subject
provisions limited OF
shall be required
before the expiration o existing bond.
pending litigation shall dis
sufficient matera
additional bond
bond entered into
filing such such application
the conforms this ordinance ord
applicant shall
effective annual license of
seenhe soo) Dollars for each vehicle with