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The weekly soliphone., 1915-12-17

straight ahead in the darkness. ] could see things in the dark prob ably more clearly than any one else could"
 In the far north, the summers with practically no darkness, al most ruined his vision, and he re- turned to Seattle. He was without means and for years drifted around the country. Some time ago rich relative left him a fortune. Wat son went to Philadelphia sur geOn, who removed pieces of skin from various parts of body and grafted them upon his face, restor- ing it to a nearly normal appear lance. At the same time the sur geon, from other pieces of skin. skillfully fashioned him new set of eyelids, the artificiality of which can hardly be detected
The weekly soliphone., 1915-12-17
Mrs. Elizabeth Hickson Dead.

At nine fifteen this morning Mrs. Elizabeth dickson, aged 80 years, died at her home on West Junction street after a long illness with Bright's disease. She was the mother of John and Ed Hickson who operate a large hardwood plant in Paragould. Mrs. Hickson's con- dition had been serious for several months and her death was not un- expected. She was a native of In- diana, but had resided in Para gould a number of years. Her body will be shipped to Terre Haute, Ind, on the Cotton Belt train tomorrow night.
The weekly soliphone., 1915-12-17
Ahlf For Assessor.

When the county central commit tee met in Paragould on Saturday December 4th, and fixed March 29, 1916. as the date for the primary election, w. H. Ahlf, better known as Will or plain Bill" gave his announcement to the Soliphone for tax assessor. He was the first can didate to hand in his announce ment for this office, But one of those mistakes that distinguish the well regulated family" from the other kind occurred in the Soli- phone office. Announcements be- gan to pile into the office, and the dope artist worked overtime to give all the boys good "send-off, " and in the general shuffle Bill Ahif's announcement was accident ally left out. It appears in this is sue of the Soliphone, at the head of the candidates for assessor, where it belongs because Bill was the first man to step up to the plate.
 MT. Ahlf resides in Hopewell township, where he was born and raised. He is a son of Thos. Ahlf, one of the most substantial citi- zens of the county. Bip is a young man, brought up between the blow handles, received his education in the public schools, and during the past six years has been teaching He is also a member of the county central committee where he has represented his township during the past four years. He is a man of pleasing address, a good talker, is thoroughly honest and is clean in his morals. He is well qualified to fill the office of tax assessor, has given the matter serious thought and believes in a fair and equal listing of all the property, showing no favoritism in his work. He asks the voters to make inquiries about him and convince themselves of his fitness for the position and he will cheerfully abide by their yer dict, registered at the polls. MT. Ahlf has never before been a can didate for office.
The weekly soliphone., 1915-12-17
A SQUARE DEAL.
Commercial Appeal )

Some months ago Col. Theodore Roosevelt demanded a square deal He was entitled to it. He had 1t Today President Wilson asks tho same public favor. He wants square deal. He wishes his propa- ganda of preparedness to be placed fairly before the people of the United States and expects, in re- turn. to receive a square deal in congress.
 President Wilson has shown that he does not expect more than he IS entitled to. He has played no par tisan favorites in the great game of politics. Many men of affairs may differ widely with the administra- tive view on several subjects. The people of the United States seem to feel that, to the best of his ability, President Wilson is trying to give the subjects of Uncle Sam square deal and all that he asks in return is that he will be dealt with ac- cordingly.
 There are dissenting spirits in the party who are trying to throw obstacles in the way. Congress has been in session less than week, and recalcitrant brothers are be- ginning already to drop into line.
 They realize that their personal opinions are subservient to the greater principles of the country, and as head of the government It must be admitted that the views of the president are based on the best foundation for the future good of the nation.
 The first sure symptom of mind in health is rest fo heart and the pleasant thoughts of home. Pres ident Wilson tacitly gave expression to this in his impressive message. He has given the American people a square deal and he is entitled to a reciprocative expression from the members of congress.
 Bryan and his advocates of the anti-preparedness platform may do what they can to defeat the amia- ble ends of the president, but the common expression of the people is that President Wilson should have a square deal, and he is going to get it.
 The presidents programme IS merely suggestive. He recommends certain measures. He demands noth- ing. He leaves the ultimate settle ment of national issues to congress, with only an official suggestion as to how they should be settled Woodrow Wilson has never held himself superior to the lawmakers of the country. He merely is the well conducted head of a family and asks that he be given a square deal in administering to the na- tions affairs.
The weekly soliphone., 1915-12-17
SERBIAN MONARCH
 ESCAPES BULCARS
Italian Government Is Pre- pairing Royal Reception
 For King Peter.

Rome, Dec. Special to The Press) King Peter of Serbia, who was forced to flee from his own country on horseback through the Albanian mountains, succeeded in escapting capture by the Bulgar- ians. He will arrive in Italy in few days and will be received at the royal villa, where an appro- priate reception is being prepared for him. Montenegrin royalty is also expected.
The weekly soliphone., 1915-12-17
Eliminating Grade Crossings.

Chicagos railways have spent $75, 5,000,000, railway journal states, in eliminating grade cross ings. Accidents have largely di- unfinished as a result At the same time steret accidents due to ve- hicles have largely increased. On certain boulevard, it is stated, there is only one crossing in three miles where the pedestrian is pro tected from the continuous traffic.
The weekly soliphone., 1915-12-17

nadian government, Washington of ficials referred the case to the Chi cago bureau of the federal service. An inquiry has been ir progress for several days.
 James L. Dwyer, formerly identi- fled with Chicago newspapers, and James E. Gleason, president of Gles- son Brothers Printing Company were the principal promoters of the publication.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
DOMESTIC SCIENCE FOR
The MONTE VISTA SCHOOLS

The Board of Education has decid-
ed to introduce a department of do
nestle science in the city schools,
and have engaged the services of
Miss Bertha Hendrick, a teacher of
wide experience, to conduct it. Owing
to the already overcrowded condition
of our school buildings, it has been
necessary to secure quarters else
where for this purpose, and the
Worth cottage on Dennis Street, near
second avenue, will be used Both
sewing and cooking will be taught.
and girls in the sixth and higher
grades. including those in the High
school, will be given the opportunity.
In the High school the subject is
elective.
Monte Vista thus takes a forward
step, placing her schools on a line in
this respect with the other schools of
the State. The report of the State
High School Inspector last year stated
that this and one other place in the
State were the only two that had not
vet introduced instruction in this sub
iect and mammal training Owing to
the lack of room, the latter subject
has been deferred till another year
when it is hoped that it may be pos
sible to make provision for giving the
boys the benefit of a course in this
subject.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
PINON OINTMENT co. TO
START EXTENSIVE OPERATIONS

James W. Adair has resigned his
position with the Stow Mercantile
Co. grocery in order to begin the
manufacture of the Navajo Pinon
Ointment, a preparation which he is
interested in placing on the market.
A company has been organized to
manufacture and sell this article and
a building has been secured in Monte
Vista where the Ointment will be
prepared.
The Navajo Ointment has already
received favorable testimonials from
large number who have tried 1t
and attest its value in diversity OF
uses. The company confidently be-
lieves that they have an article of
great merit and will manufacture II
in commercial quantities as soon as
their factory can be put in working
order.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
IRIS THEATER NEWS

A good program tonight (Friday).
Two reels of the New Exploits of
Elaine, Charles Chaplin in the
Tramp" two reels, and the Lady of
Shalott, making five reels in all.
The Goddess brings out larger
crowd each Tuesday night. This is
indeed a rare picture. There Is
lesson in each episode as well as a
fine vein of comedy running thru it.
II you haven't seen any of these pic
lures be sure and see the next one.
AS the children enjoyed the Chap
lin picture so much last weeks Sat
urday matinee, we have decided to
show this weeks Chaplin THE
We will also show two other good
reels making a four reel program
Charles Chaplin presents one of
his latest comedies entitled THE
Tramp" at the Iris tonight. Come
and enjoy a good laugh.
Be sure and come 10 the Iris on
Saturday night and hear some of the
latest songs sung by chorus of girls.
Don't fail to see the Lubin Master
piece in three reels featuring Lille
Leslie and Joseph Smiley in 1.-The
Grey Horror" on Saturday night.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
Will Erect Natatorium Here

EXcavating is now on for nata-
forum in the Isbell block on the cor
ner of Broadway and First avenue
preparatory to constructing a SWIM
ming pool The natatorium will be
equipped with hot. rooms, and shower
baths in addition to the pool which
will be thirty feet wide and so feet
long made of concrete. The depth
of the pool will range from two and
one-half feet at the shallow end to
seven feet in the deepest part. The
water will be heated by steam to a
comfortable temperature for bathing
The contract for brick walls and
excavating has been let to j. H..
Thrasher. The cement and wood
work contracts will be let in the next
few days. 1t is expected that it will
take approximately thirty days to
complete the work
Certain days will be assigned to
ladies. ladies and gentlemen, men
and boys.
This is something that Monte Vista
has long needed and undoubtedly 1t
will be a great attraction and bene-
fit to many people. The manage
ment informs us that the prices Will
be made as REASONABLE as possible so
as the benefits will be within the
reach of all.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11

valued subscriber who lives at
Long Beach, California, writes that
she likes to hear the news from the
san Luis Valley and says: Il am
thousands of miles away from there
nut that old Valley is dear to me
Just the same. | don't think IL can
be beat and | am always pleased to
hear of its welfare | am living
where I can see and hear the old
ocean roar day and night and see all
kinds of flowers out in the yard
blooming the year round. but they
never appealed to me like a nice
ranch and every thing on 1t prosper
ing"
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
TRAGIC FATE MAKES
SECOND VISIT TO THE
Home OF A FORMER
MONTE VISTA GIRL.

letter from Mrs Bonner al Dem
yer gives the sad news of the death
of the little daughter OF Mr.. ana Mrs.
George Warren at that place last
Saturday. Mrs. Warren was for
merly Miss Nellie Nelson OF Monte
Vista. The little girl, who was about
year and half old, fell on the
sidewalk recently and injured her
knee. A swelling developed and she
was taken to the hospital where an
operation was performed and blood
poison developed which caused the
little ones death The funeral was
held Sunday at the Warren residence
740 South Ogden.
few years ago the Warrens lost
their little son from measles and
pneumonia and the shock almost I'M
seated the reason OF the devoted
mother. The coming of the little
girl helped to fill the boys place in
the family, as she was very bright
and lovely child. Mrs. Warren gave
birth to a son just eight days before
the death of her little daughter.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11

DIR. and Mrs. B. NJ. Gibson and
mother Mrs. Gibson returned Thurs
day evening from grand automobile
trip through number of the prin-
ciDal places in New Mexico Leaving
here Saturday morning they went by
the way of Questa, New Mexico, then
on thru Santa Cruz. Espanola. Santa
re- Springer. Las Vegas and Ration.
FROM Ration they made the trip to
Trinidad over the beautiful scenic
drive and returned home by the way
of La Neta Pass and Walsenbure
They greatly enjoyed the wonderful
scenery and the delicious fruit that
they have in such great abundance
this season in New Mexico.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
SAN LUIS VALLEY POTATOES ENTITLED TO
BEST MARKET IN THE WORLD

The San Luis Valley has this year the finest po
tato crop that it has had in years-both in quantity
of yield and quality. From all sections comes the
unvaryng report of splendid potatoes and the large
acreage in the vicinity of Monte Vista has prompted
the farmers to seek market which will pay fair
value. Carl b. Stow is now in the south endeavoring
to develop market for potatoes. Mr. Stow has
wide acquaintance with mercantile establishments
and dealers and will no doubt succeed in placing
large number of cars.
1t is an unfortunate fact that in great many
localities the San Luis Valley potato is unknown, and
the potato growers of the Farmers Union here have
adopted the plan of placing card in each sack of
potatoes showing where they were raised and the
name of the grower. This plan not only will assure
we'll selected potatoes but will an effective
advertisement.
People here know that the Valley potatoes
equal in quality to any grown in the United States
This fact cannot be effectively conveyed by mail
wire as by personal salesman and the farmers can
well afford to have such salesman the road dur
ing the buying
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
Fine Lecture Course Booked

Miss Nerna Vastine of Denver
representing the Redpath Lyceum
bureau, has been in Monte Vista this
week and succeeded in placing
lecture course here for the coming
winter. The schools will have charge
of the course, which is unusually
meritorious.
The first number of the course will
be given October II. A brief des-
cription of the different attractions
follows:
kellogg-HaincS Singing Party
A mixed quartet of grand opera
voices. in three part program:
1.-Oratorios and arias.
2.-songs of so in old-fashioned
costumes.
3.-sketches from Standard
Operas.
DIR. Driver
DR.. Driver is a lecturer and author
of international prominence. His
subject will be international Pro-
blems"
Panama Male Quartet
This splendid musical combina
ton will give the story OF the Pana-
ma canal building in narrative and
song. The feature will not only be
entertaining but educational
Smith DamrOn
The potter-craftsman will give a
demonstration and entertainment
with his fly wheel and clay. His dex-
terity in moulding is marvellous.
Maurer Sisters
This number of the course is a
universal favorite. The troupe pre-
sents instrumental and vocal music
of high grade and pleasing quality.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
kLAMOSA COURT HOUSE
INVOLVED in LAND SUIT
! NPUEBLO FEDERAL COURT

Suit has been brought in the Fed
sral court at Pueblo by a Kansas
man involving title to the land oc-
upied by the Alamosa county court
house
The suit is directed against Lille
B. Holbrook in person and as adj
Illustration of the estate of Chas. C.
holbrook, of Alamosa, ard the com
hissioners of Alamosa county.
II prays for title to lots 6 and Z,
lock 80, Alamosa, and lots 1924,
)lOck IS, school subdivision of Ala
hosa, which is now purported to
lest in the name of Alamosa county
ind upon portion of which is said
be located the building housing
be administration of the county.
II in the opinion of the court, title
the ground cannot reasonably be
fansferred to Bartholomew, he asks
bat he be granted judgment against
be Holbrook estate for $4,000 the
aluation he places upon the land.
According to the petition of Bar
holomew, he traded a tract of land
Kansas in 1912 for the property
Alamosa
At that time, he states, he was
ose friend of Mr.. Holbrook's and
wed the latter $500. Holbrool al
had signed his note covering
Focery bill for $500 and to secure
IN for those amounts Bartholomew
N he had d. H. Sullivan, with
Aoih ne made the trade, sign a
ecu direct to Holbrook, tho deed
''ns TO secure him solely for the
ebts
Ill the meantime Judge Holbrook
'u and the new county OF .Alamosa
Is established 1t became neces-
~ Tor the new county commission
W ma quarters and Bartholomew
'eses that they purchased the site
"'s' Holbrook, as adIninistra-
VI the estate, and located their
"s thereon. He says that title
'"' site IN fact belong to him
'"a' the transfer was contrary
law.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
THE TRIBUNE'S HAND is OUT
HELP THE POOR

The bar fly has flown and it's now up to the re-
pubicans of this 'home community to help Fri and
Cliff the Monte Vista Tribune.
Erl and Cliff don't want much-just "a share OF
your business and kindly support'-which they
ought to have because the republicans here never
done nothin' for republican paper, and the Trb-
une has large circulation as it is put in all the bug
gies and wagons in town every Saturday.-just like
the Iris theater dodgers.
mother why the Tribune is so good y
because Cliff writes the editorials and them in
the Aamosa Courier; then when they printed in
the Tribune lots of people don't know the difference
-" cause there amt none"
The Tribune believes it ordained to come
to Monte Vista to build up the home community like
it did La lara and Alamosa, where Cliffs reputation
as home builder c. is established.
So, with these worthy objects please help the
Tribune.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11
WORK WILL COMMENCE SOON
RIO GRANDE DRAINAGE DIST.

Tho machinery was ordered this
week for the excavation work for the
drainage bitches of the Rio Grande
|,,,t-;ct The machinery should ar
Two next week and after few days
.,Onaration the work will be com
|menced.
Wallace Hawkins has been award
[sd the contract for large amount of
Lsrnenter work including bunk
houses. etc. 1t is believed that the
eontracting company will do their
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11

'"o Methodist Episcopal Con-
"'' held in Denver last week
~ H. Lee was appointed to fill
'a'ahcy in the NJ. e. church at
ny ford. Rev. and Mrs. Lee left
''uay night for that place and
commence his new duties at
rev. A NJ. Mclean of Salida
" appointed to fill the pulpit
ana will arrive in Monte Vista
saturday. morning.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11

outfitting at Monte Vista ana also Sc
cure a large part of their labor and
supplies at this place.
On last Saturday, Sept. 4, bids sub
mitted for the purchase of the bond
issue were opened and it was Iound
that two bids We're for 95 and one at
So 1. The successful bidder is J. E.
Franklin of Colorado Springs at the
latter figure.
This bond sale is believed to be the
first one in the State on drainage.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11

We understand that of the sheep feeders
in the south part of the Valley have contracted to
pay cents for feeding lambs this season Here
tofore five cents has been considered high price and
two cents raise probably that hogs will be fed
in preference to sheep by number of feeders
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11

w. j. Clark who has been con
fined at his home for the past week
with rheumatism, was able tn be
down town Thursday.
The Monte Vista journal., 1915-09-11

u INK OF Missouri is spending
Ib,h.sA with Gladys Davis and
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-09-30
w. M. HARRELL. AND COMPANY

1872, and on September 21, 1879, she was married to MT. Morgan, who sur wives. She also leaves two children, Frank Morgan and Mrs. William H Prince of this city.
 She was member of the M. E. church, south, at Conway and of Hol- ly Grove circle No. 95, w. O. w. Her many friends throughout the county will be deeply grieved to learn of her death.
 The funeral services will be held at the family residence tomorrow after noon at 3 clock, under the auspices of Holly Grove circle No. 95, w. O. w. Dr. F. s. H. Johnston, pastor of the Conway Methodist church, will conduct the services. The burial will be at Oak Grove cemetery.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-09-30
A CARD OF THANKS.

We desire to express our love am gratitude for the kindness shown to our mother and wife during her long illness; to her physicians who were so attentive and kind to her; to the friends who so nobly assisted us m nursing her; to the two nurses who were so faithful; to Holly Grove Clr- cle No. 95 w. O. w., and degree team Conway Camp w. o. w., and to the membership, our hearts reach out to you for such kindness shown us; to Dr. F. s. H. Johnston for his VlsitS and sympathy shown us; to the coun- ty officers for such mark of respect shown us. And permit us to adp that we thank God that we have been permitted for so many years~to lS0 among so kind and benevolent peo,, pie. Oh, how we love Conway ahH it's citizens! On, for words to eA- press our feelings of gratitude!
 F. M. Morgan,
 F. E. Morgan and Wl1e'
 w. H. Prince and Wife.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-09-30
FUNERAL OF MRS. MORGAN.

From Fridays Daily
 The funeral of Mrs. Martha L. Morgan, wife of F. M Morgan, who died yesterday, was held this after noon at 3 o'clock. Services were con- ducted at the family residence, West Oak street and Locust avenue, by Dr. F. s. H. Johnston, pastor of the Meth odist church. The burial was at Oak Grove cemetery, under the auspices of Holly Grove circle No. 95 w. o. w. A large assembly of sorrowing friends and relatives attended the funeral. and relatives attended the funeral. As mark of respect to MT. Morgan, a former county officer, all offices at the courthouse were closed for the funeral, which the officials attended in Q body.
The log cabin Democrat., 1915-09-30
4Th ROUND QUARTERLY
 MEETINGS ANNOUNCED
PRESIDING ELDER BEARDEN MAKES APPOINTMENTS FOR
 CONWAY DISTRICT.

Presiding Elder R. E. l.. Bearden of the Conway district, North Arkan- sas conference, has announced the following quarterly meetings for the fourt round:
 Russellville Conference later), D. m. Sept. 26; Morrilton (Conference later), a. m. Oct. 3; Plumerville Conference later), p. m., Oct. 3; Conway Circuit, at Salem, Oct. 9-1O; Conway Conference later), p. m., Oct. 10; Greenbrier, at Greenbrier, Oct. 16-17; Quitman and Rosebud, at Quitman, Oct. 17-1S; Quitman Cir cult, at Harrison's Chapel, Oct. 1920; Naylor Circuit, at Hammon's Chapel, Oct. 21-22; Hartman and Spadra, at Spadra, Oct. 23-24; Altus and Dem ming, at Altus, Oct. "A; Damascus Circuit, at Damascus, Oct. 3O-3l; Springfield Circuit, at Solgohachia, Oct. 31-Nov. 1;Appleton Circuit, at Appleton, Nov. 2-3;Dover Circuit, at Dover, Nov. 6-7; Pottsville Circuit, at Pleasant Grove, Nov. 7-8; Lamar Cir cult, Nov. 13-14; Clarksville, Nov |14-15; London Circuit, Nov. 16-17; Atkins, Nov. IS.
 R. E. L. Bearden, P. E.