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Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06

Moving with remarkable rapidly. the
films introduce us into the thrilling
story of the Exploits Of Elaine. We see
the tragedy, that is the result OF the ter
rible work of THE Clutching Hand" and
realize with what manner of men we
have to deal. But we also see the tender
nature of the beautiful Elaine who is
the center of the exploits.
1t appears that the company of which
Taylor Dodge is president has been
robbed. The perpetrator OF the deed Is
the master criminal of The Clutching
Hand. We see imp Red comforting with
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06
TWO GIVEN PEN TERMS
IN FLORIDA LAND CASES

KANSAS CITY, Mo. Jan 5-Dr. T.
c. Chambers. convicted for fraudulent
use of the mails i'm connection with the
sale OF Florida everglades land, was
sentenced TO two years in prison and a
fine or $500 by Federal Judge Pollock
today.
r. L. Russell, convicted on the same
charge, was sentenced TO one year and
day In prison and n fine of 1910.
Chambers and Russell appealed to the
United States circuit court Of appeals
and were released on bonds of 5000
each.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06

Perry Bennett, young lawyer assist
ant to Dodge. The Cutching Hand has
wronged Red and he is anxious to get
even with 1t. Bennett Is fine fellow with
pleasing personality and it is soon APP
parent that he has made a deep impress
sion on Elaine Dodge. We may suspect
that the feeling is a deep one between
the two, but we may only suspect
The terrible workings OF the gang are
brought before us. phe envelope with
the gangs trade mark is pinned on
Dodge's door and he received a mys-
torious letter with the same insignia at
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06
GOVERNOR BYRNE
URGES ECONOMY
South Dakota Executive Asks Legis-
lature to Keep Expenses Within
Estimate of Revenue.
FAvoRs REFORM IN TAXATION


PIERRE. $. D.. Jan. 5.-(Special.)-In
his message to the fourteenth biennial
session of the South Dakota legislature
Governor Byrne reviews the work of his
administration of the last two years and
gives his ideas as to what legislation
should be enacted at the present session.
In short terms he places the estimated
revenues of the state for the next two
years at $35OO,000, and asks the legisls-
ture TO keep within that limit.
Fte shows the state debt reduced 800 900
in the last two years and estimates that
the existing debt of $4,000 can be wiped
out with the regular levy of / mill
Reform in TadatiOn Needed.
He commends the work of the state tax
commission and asks for the submission
of constitutional amendments which will
allow the enactment of a revenue law for
the state on lines of modern conditions
He believes in a classified system, of
taxation. and declares the system of fin
ing the provident man for his thrift, to
the benefit OF the man who is holding
property for raise as one not defensi-
BILE.
He advocates the adjustment of capital
punishment in the state and a more hui
formatory result rather than a mere pun
ishment, and Commends the change at
the penitentiary which allows convicts to
converse freely at meals and gather for
general conversation in the corridor Sun
day afternoons. He also recommends the
adjustment of contract labor at the pen
itentiary and the wiping out of the shirt
factory. He also recommends considera-
Of I'll I,xr, he
TO at least a limited extent.
Agricultural Extension Work.
lie advocates the necessary, legislation
TO secure the benefits for the state of the
Smith-Lever act and the coordination of
agricultural extension work by cutting
out the farmer institute work and devot-
ing such efforts to the activities of field
workers under the federal aid provision.
He. also asks for the first steps toward
comprehensive soil survey of the state.
lie asks for proper appropriations to
carry on the work of the railway com
mission i'm its efforts to aid the people of
the state to continue their efforts to Sc
cure better freight rates.
lie calls attention to the report Of the
state investigating committee showing
collection of interest on state funds by
former state trcasurers. and that the
state legal department has begun suits
for recovery, and that to continue such
suits viii require legislative action.
He closes with plea for such economy
in state expenditures as the estimated
receipts will cover. and at the same time
not to pare to a point of Gripping state
institutions.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06
DAKOTA LEGISLATORS
SELECT THEIR OFFICERS

PIERRE, s. u. Jan. 5.-(Special Tele-
gram)--The caucuses of the two houses
Of the legislature were held last even
ing, resulting in these selections for the
senate official staff:
g. S Amsden, president pro tenn: w.
y. Van Camp, secretary; Harlan Wisman,
first assistant; William Patterson, second
assistant; W. 4. Branch, bill clerk
Leonard D. Robertson, head of engrossing
force: Ralph Sutherland. sergeant-at-
arms; o. A, overly, postmaster; A. w.
Lewis, messenger.
The house selections were:
G. a. Christopherson, speaker; Charles
". Gardber, chief clerk: Charles A. Al
seth, first assistant: Perry Peters, second
assistant; j. H. Wooley. bill clerk; Ed
ward MoscIip. sergeat-at-arms: Ed Stod-
dard, postmaster; Edwin Bartlett. mes
SenRer.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06
Ouch! Lame Back
Rub Lumbago Or
Backache AWav

kidneys cause Backache? No! They
have no nerves, therefore can not cause
pain. Listen! Your backache is CAUSED
by lumba8o. sciatica or strain, and the
quickest relief Is soothing, penetrating
st Jacobs on Rub It right on your
painful back, and instantly the soreness
stiffness and lameness disappears. Don't
stay crippled! Get a small trial bottle OF
st Jacobs OH from your druggist and
Timber up. A moment after It is applied
you'll wonder what became OF the back.
ache or lumbago pain.
Rub old. honest st Jacobs OH" when
ever you have sciatica. neuralgia, rheu-
matism or sprains. as IL Is absolutely
harmless and doesn't burn the shIn.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06
FOUR AUSTRIAN GIRLS
ARE KILLED BY TRAIN

ALLENTOWN. Pa, Jan. 5-Tour
young women. natives OF Austria, who
were on their way today from their
homes IN Cementer to Coplay, where
they worked in cigar factory. stepped
out OF the way OF a shifting engine on
the Lehigh Valley railroad tracks d.
rectly In the path OF an express train.
All We're killed. They had no relatives
I'm this country.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06

siven as Sa34.Oco and its assets a. nifty
nine cotton gin plants in the south and
presses, value not stated.
Paul Jones. lawyer OF this city, was
appointed receiver under $4,000 bond. At
torneys for the receiver attributed the
failure TO the European war.
THE business OF the company has been
Frustrated by paralysis in the cotton
trade, resulting from the European war;
their statement read
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06
Round Bale Press
Company Bankrupt

NEW YORK, Jan. 5.-Thc American
Round Bale Press company. a New York
corporation with 100000 authorized cap
ttal. filed today a voluntary petition in
bankruptcy in which Its liabilities were
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06
Sore Throat and Chest.

Quickly relieved by Or, Bells Pine
Tar-Honey. 1t eases the throat, soothes
the lungs, loosens phelgm. Only 25c, All
druggists. Advertisement.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06
LET NE TELL
YOU JUST HOW
TO CURE CATTARRH

het me show YOU what TIL do for Won
entlIeIN without charge. Thousands hav,
SScuepted lhis otfer-today they are IRE,
from. Catarrh. You've nothing 10 lose . M
everything 10 gain. just for the asItins
you u receive the benefit of my twenty
rye years OF eNperience-mY vast KNOW
e9se or Catarrh and the way to cure II
Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06

FREE MEDICAL 9 rr n Specilist
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s.d 49,, 49,, Building, Boston, pleas,
SEND me. entirely free OF charge. your advice
IN regard to the cure OF Catarrh
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Omaha daily bee., 1915-01-06

Answer the questions rye made
out for you. write your full name
and address on the dotted lines In
tho Fros Medical Advice Coupon,
cut them both out and mail 20 me
a. soon a. possible. Twill cost you
nothing and will bring valuable In
formation. Address
CatArrh Specialist SPRouLE,
l92 Trade Building. Boston.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14
News al hempstead.

Hampstead, Tex, Jan. 14.-News OF
the tragic death OF Il. ID. Brown at
Paducah Tuesday was received here
by wire to relatives. Judge J. ID. Har-
vey, brother.lnlaw to young Brown,
accompanied by Mrs. Brown, left at
once to meet the remains, which will
reach here today. Deceased was
about 80 years Of age and was reared
in Hampstead. He was graduate
Of the State University, and practlced
law in this city for a number Of years
prior TO his removal to Paducah. Mr.
Brown, who is prominently connected
here, was one Of the survivors OF the
Hampstead court house tragedy Of
several years ago, when his father,
Captain II. VI. Brown, Congressman
John NJ. Pinclney, J. d. Mills and
Thomas w. Pinckney lost their lives.
Besides the widow. three sisters and
other relatives survive.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14
THE PRESIDENT.

The statesman is concerned with
constructive policies looking to the
public welfare for the future as well
as for the present. The politician is
interested merely in the concerns OF
the day.
II is the statesmanlike qualities OF
President Wilson that manifest them
selves in such a great State paper as
his address at Indianapolis. Every
policy hat he advocates is part OF a
farreachlng and comprehensive pro
gram 10 open opportunities to men,
to promote a larger justice and thus
to advance the common good.
Tariff revision was the first step In
this program. It's purpose was TO re-
move artificial privileges and make
flank attack on monopolistic condi'
tions. The currency legislation sup
plemented the tariff legislation by
helping financial Establishments and
making the way easier for the small
business man. Then came the Trade
Commission bill, 10 make a beginning
in larger control and direction OF biz
enterprises. Now the President Is
urging bill to make available In
larger measure the unused natural re-
co FfRn
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14
THE PROBLEM

Providing work for people out Of
employment is doing them the very
greatest service, because Il IS afford
ing them an opportunity to serve.
There are no contradictory truths.
Every truth consists with every other
truth, and the thing that S. good for
the unemployed which Is works.
good, and the only thing good, for the
merchant, the manufacturer and the
banker. These cannot successfully
continue business unless the largest
number OF people have employment,
and hence have some money to spend
with them. As so often said in the
News.sclmitar there Is not only as
much money In the world any day as
in previous days. but there Is more
money every succeeding day. The
governments Of the world every day
are coming millions Of dollars Of gold
into currency; but II money, which
is the life blood Of commerce and in
dustry in the body polite is In spots
or is congested, this condition is az
fatal TO the life Of the BODY polite as
is a congestion OF the blood in certain
parts OF the body physical. Hundreds
Of millions OF dollars are spent every
year by man to preserve the health
and lie Of the body physical, and the
body polite should enlist the same
earnest efforts 90 protect IT, Man
kind has peraistently and In spite Of
disbursements. for all the centuries
worshined life. and has made every
struggle and effort to protect and de
fend it, and life in the body polite
is worth conserving, a lively interest
should be taken IN II also. And q
should furnish ample opportunity foi
the active thought Of the friends oil
man. and. in fact. the life physical OF
the body physical is only preserved
by work and the results Of work.
Memphis News-Scimitar.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14
NEW. POTATO VARIETY.

The editor is under obligations to
Ben Foster OF Steep Hollow for
some very fine sweet potatoes. They
we're a new variety Of potatoes which
Mr.. Foster has introduced into this
county during the past two years, and
are called the Bermuda Reds. They
are large, smooth potatoes and slight
ly pinkish In color. Mr.. Foster says
they stand drouth splendldly and are
the most productive Of any potato he
has ever grown. He took from one
hill 1914 pounds OF potatoes. They
grow large in size, and Mr.. Foster
says out Of a hundred bushels grown
this year there were not more than
three bushels small enough for seed.
As to quality. they are Al, to which
this scribe can testify, and he is some
Judge OF good sweet potatoes.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

From the address OF Charles VII.
liam Eliot. president emeritus OF Har.
ward University, on the occasion OF
the Inauguration Of John II. Finley
ms Commissioner OF Education OF the
State Of New York, we take the fol-
lowing paragraph. THE need OF IN.
struc,ion at school In the use Of the
ordinary tools Of the fundamental
trades IS really very urgent, now that
the wages IN the building trades are
80 high that the house owner with
moderate income ought TO be able 10
make his own repairs for he can
hardly call any mechanic INFO his
house without paying him. by the day,
more than he earns himself The
need. too. Of widely diifused instruc-
ton in the art OF cooking has long
been pressing: but 1, is much more
pressing now that the cost OF food IN
this country has risen so seriously.
Fortunately. with skilled cooking the
cost Of feeding an average American
family can be much reduced TO the
great advantage Of the family; since
the most expensive elements in the
diet which an ordinary American pre-
fers are hygienically ineypedlent"
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

That big engine with generator at.
tached down at the Bryan-College In
terurban power plant looks like bust.
ness. 1t is rearing to go. and Il will
only he a few days now until 1t will
be squirting the juice that-will send
the cars with the swiftness of the
wind between Bryan and A. & VI. 1t
is a consummation so long hoped for
and so long worked for by this scribe,
that It Is with the creates. Impotence
We await the hour for the first car
TO start
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

to experience many notifications dur.
ing the next one or two decades, and
chiefly along a line that will lead to.
ward preparation for increased social
efficiency. Much antiquated material,
adapted largely to the needs Of so
ciety that has preceded MS, will doubt.
less be eliminated. New subjects and
new points Of emphasis in old sub.
iects, better adapting the school 10
our changed and changing social and
industrial life, will probably be
added"
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

The Eagle directs attention to the
meeting of the canning club workers
OF Texas at the A. & NJ. College. open.
ing today and continuing until the
22d. Full instruction in canning is
TO be given as well as in the produc.
ton of the material for the cannery.
The course is an unsurpassed oppor.
tunity for the people Of BRACES Coun.
~, Read the entire daily program
in this issue of The Eagle." y"
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

At the regular monthly meeting OF
the board of trustees last Friday, the
report of the visiting committee, con.
sisting of DIR. Sims and NJ. F. Dansby.
was heard by the board The report
showed that the schools visited were
in good condition. The trustees are
taking great interest in the work Of
the schools and send committees to
get firsthand information by visits to
the schools.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

They want Roosevelt TO come back
into the Republican party, and Roose.
welt wants to come back. The only
thing in the way is the nomination
for the Presidency in 1916, OF course
it's small thing, but the Colonel
insists that It be guaranteed him as
Quid pro quo for his again honoring
the party with his august presence.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14
THE CITY SCHOOLS.

In the West Side sixth grade
taught by Mr.. Bethany, every pupil
passed on all subjects in the Deem.
Der examination. Geography grades
we're as follows: Sam c. Hoyle, qS;
Luke Patrenella, 20; Charles W.
Tucker. rs; Noble Weaver, 9O' Nora
Elbrlck, 90; Marie Graham, 100; Lu.
cile Haste, 9S; Ella Hunnicutt, 90;
Jennie Kosh. 100; Lille b. Ray, Of;
Annie NJ. Stewart, 100; Gertie Tucker,
70; Inez Zimmerman. 90; Artie Man.
", 9S. -
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

of Lois Pipkln, president OF the grad,
uatlng class Of 1915. II takes strong
pupil to do things like that on the
kind OF work required in the Bryan
high school
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

A South African Bushman's reply
10 the question of a missionary as to
what is mans chief object in life, re.
piled, ITO steal oxen.' In Oklahoma
it must be ito rob banks" as fourteen
in that State have been robbed with.
in the past eight months.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14
i, R. o. ,sRowa WAS KILLED.
Former Hampstead Man Died In
Paducah Shootlna ARRAY.

Paducah, Tex, Jan. AR. d.
Brown, an attorney was shot and
killed here during an alteration with
j. M. Hayerty In the street. Brown
received three bullets, two entering
the right side and passing through
his lungs and one entering the
stomach. Lee Clarey. who tried to
prevent the tragedy, sustained flesh
wound from a stray bullet.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

The Austrian Premier mas resigned
and a Hungarian has been appointed
to take his place. There have been
rumors, but this is the first real evil
dence that the leaders in the dual
monarchy are beginning to SIT I'M
steadily in the boat. Ae
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

In the West Side fourth grade.
taught by Mrs. Estill. arithmetic
grades were as follows: T. Brown.
100: H. Brunson. 100; o. Buckhaults.
100: +. Franklin, 100; A. Henry, gG;
A. scardino. 100: $. Scardlno. %; p
Shell. 100: l.. stasny 95; /. Fergu
son, %: F. Hamilton, 90; VI. Haste
50; f. Herquet, so; V. Kosh, 95; L
VI. Newcomb, 80; L. Palermo, 60; A
Sebesta, 9S; p. Sims, 50; ]. Smith.
100; f. Trant, 100; r. Wheeler, 81.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

The continued pretty weather is
improving road conditions, so that
It is now possible to see either the
side, edge, top or bottom with the
naked eye.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

A change IN the Robertson insur-
ance law Is among the measures on
tap for this session. The proposed
change will permit the old-line com.
panies to come back into the State.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

These quotations point the way for
certain added features which our
schools should have in order to NEE.
in the fullest measure modern needs
and modern conceptions Of education.
And among these, II hardly need be
said that domestic science and domes-
tic art are included Let us hope that
the way may soon open mp FOR their
introduction.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

New York bankers are making a
loan OF twelve million dollars to Rus.
STA. The Kaiser will no doubt object
in the name OF the Lord.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

Whether we ever get any good
roads or not, the agitation has devel.
oped the fact that we have a large
force of first.class highway engineers.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

A few more days OF sunshine and
the whistle OF the plowboy will be
heard in the land.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

Judged by the vote for Governors,
the Republicans last November made
a net gain of one State, which leaves
them still far in the rear.-Florida
Times Union.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

This is what DR.. Cubberly says as
to the changes coming in our schools.
Our school curriculum bids fair too,
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

In the West Side second grade,
taught by Miss Morgan, pupils who
averaged 90 or more on the December
examination. together with their ave-
erages. were as follows: Osmand
Ball. %: Harrison Franklin, 93:
George Griffin. "a. Bob Niece, Of;
William oliver. o.: Tom Palermo, o..
Ewell Wheeler. o.: Evelyn Elbrich.
"a: Lucille Hanus, %: Stella Marwill,
o.; Mary Parker. %; /. D. Showers,
"a: X. Stuart, 81; Z. Warburton, %.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

Periodically It is reported that
Secretary Bryan is about to retire
from public life, but we won't believe
It until he's elected Vice President
Chicago Herald.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

with our eyes toward God we will
win," said the Kaiser. Without IT.
reverence, it may be suggested that
wilhelm would do well to keep his
eyes on the allies.-Providence Jour
nal
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14
FROM OTHER VIEWPOINTS.

The innocent bystanders among the
Nations seem to have the usual rights
Of getting the worst of it.-Kansas
City Star.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

Prosperous Kansas is entitled to
hoist proud flag on the relief ship
for bleeding Belgium. Professors in
the State University stumped the
state for contributions. - Springfield
Republican.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

That Lawler flour mill is coming
right on up, Things look good for
Bryan.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

The Barnes libel suit against T. R.
has been slow in producing the popu-
lar entertainment that was expected
from Washington Star.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

Under the new direct system 1t cost
S46O,777 to elect the United States
Senators who we're candidates last
November, which is only a fraction of
what It used to cost the old system
to elect one Standardization Tran
script.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

II is something to live in a country
where a man never needs passport
New York World,
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14
THE WEATHER

Forecast Tilr7 P. NJ. Friday
Tonight, fair. cooler; Friday, fair
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

If the German government itself
isn't complaining about our sales of
arms to belligerents, why should
Recommendations" in Congress
worry New York World.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

Isn't 1t great to be neutral? Mines
have sunk eight Swedish, five Nor
wegian, six Danish and three Dutch
ships. Scandinavia should get No
bel peace prize.-Cleveland Plain
Dealer.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

II all Democrats were like Governor
Colquitt, Hampy Moore might be in
duced to change his politics.-Wash'
ington Star.
Bryan daily eagle and pilot. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1909-1918, 1915-01-14

Geometry, 81; Latin, 30; history,
9S; English, 80. Such is the record