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McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07

Bob Stone of Jackson was here
Saturday and Sunday.
Esq Naylor and w. A. Harris were
Fingers visitors here Monday.
DR.. +. l.. Moore and Chas. Duna-
way from the Second were with us
Monday.
Mrs. Lula Nash and children Ct
Jackson, returned home Monday after
spending few days with her mother.
Mrs. Scott.
When you buy an ice cream free ger
buy the New Wonder" positively the
best freezer in the world, for sale at
our store. Selmer Hardware Co.
J. W. Hodges was here Monday
looking after the interest he has in
the drainage district in his section.
He is opposed to the assessment on
his land.
Earl D. Ingram and Miss Pearl Ted
ford were married Sunday by ESQ. j.
b, Barham. They are both members
o. prominent families in the north
part Of the county.
W. G. Moore, an old subscriber at
Emmett, Ark, directs US to send his
paper to Lockney, Tex. He states
that he and family will spend the next
few months on the plains for their
health.
G. G. Taylor Of Memphis, a former
Falcon boy, was here Thursday meet
ing many old friends. He is assistant
general freight agent of the |. G. al
Memphis, and enjoys plenty of work
and good salary.
j. G. Hill and wife of Houston,
Texas, have been spending several
days near Henderson at the Tillman
homestead where Mrs. Hill will spend
the summer, it being her girlhood
home. Mr.. Hill was here Saturday
meeting old friends and relatives, and
we enjoyed quite a pleasant hour with
min.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Sheriffs Sale

Under and by virtue Of venditi0Das
exponas, issued from the circuit court
Of McNairy county, Tennessee, at its
January term, 1915, In the case of j, Nj.
Rowland VS.. Il. j. Hill and levied on as
the property of 4. j. Hill, viii offer
for sale at the court house door in Sell
mer, on the
18th Day Of May, 1915,
to the highest bidder, for cash, the fol-
lowing described lands. levied on as the
property OF said Il. j. Hill: In the 18th
district of McNairy county, Tennessee.
adjoining the lands of W. B. Womble
on the north, by ] G. PUNK and Simp.
Lotion On the east, by j w. PUNK ON
the south, on west by Jonas Case.
Said land is sold subject to the life
estate of the said e. ]. Hill.
Sale at one O'Clock pm.
Terms of sale, cash.
This April 81, 1915.
j. W. GRAY. Sheriff.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Order of Publication
In Circuit Court at Selmer, IL mn.

In Circuit Court at Selmer, Tenn.
Alice Wren VS.. Tom Wren.
In this cause it appearing from the
bill, which is sworn to, that the resi-
denre of the defend mt, Tom Wren, is
unknown and cannot be ascertained upon
dilligent enquiry, he is therefore hereby
required to appear on or before the Sd
Monday in May, 1915, before the circuit
court of McNairy county, Tenn, nj
Selmer, Tenn, and m Ike defense to the
bill fied against him in said court by
Alice Wren, or otherwise the bill will
be taken for confessed MS to him.
1t is further ordered that this notice
be published in the McNairy County
Independent, newspaper publish ed at
Selmer, Tenn, for four consecutive
weeks.
This April 8, 1915.
j. B. GRAHAM, Clerk.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Sheriff's Sale.

Under and by virtue of an Execution
issued to me by the Chancery Court Of
McNairy Coanty in the case of State OF
Tennessee vs.. Glen Lea ct al, levy hav-
ing been made by me upon the below
described tract of land, and an order OF
sale having issued to me from said
Court, therefore on
MONDAY, MAY II, 1915,
| will proceed to sell 10 the highest bid
der, for cash, at the East door of the
Court House. in SeImer, Tenn, the fol-
lowing described tract of land, lying
and being in McNMry County, Tenn,
and bounded as follows: On the north
by the lands of Younger and Inman,
on the south by Glen Lea. on the east
by Will Wagner, on the West by Glenn
Lea, being 200 acres, more or less, and
now occupied by Robert Wagner, in
the eth Civil District of McNairy county,
Tenn.
Said tract of land will be sold subject
to the life estate of Robert Wagner,
but free from all homestead rights Of
Walter Wagner.
Sale at one O'Clock pm.
Terms of sale: cash.
This April u, 1915.
J. w. GRAY, Sheriff.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
White Man With Black Liver

The Liver is blood purifier. 1t
was thought at one time it was the
seat of passions. The trouble with
most people is that their Liver be-
comes black because of impurities in
the blood due to bad physical states,
causing Biliousness, Headache, Dizzi-
ness and Constipation. DR.. Kings
New Life Pills will clean up the Liver,
and give you new life. 25c at your
Druggist. adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Stramoline, That Lung Medicine

Where it is known and tried physi-
clans prescribe Stramoine for all
kinds of lung diseases. 1t is the d.
rect product of the tuberculosis Hos
pital of Memphis years ago. 1t is
sold on a positive guarantee to give
satisfaction and the patient is the
sole judge. Send for booklet Of tes-
timonials. Large size booklet sent
by Parcels Post for one dollar. Moore
Higgs Chemical Company, 948 Linden
ave., Memphis, Tenn.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
PERSONALS

DR., Fl. G. Sanders was town Wis
itor Monday.
Esq. W. 7, Corrothers was one OF
the small crowd here Monday.
We sell everything for the kitchel
and dining room. Selmer Hardware Co
Buford Hendrix and wife of Jack
son, are spending a few days with
homefolks,
Robert Kirk and Miss Matte Smitl
of near Stantonville, were married al
the homo of the bride last Sunday.
DR.. w. 7. Bell has been for severa
days victim of the grip, and it seem,
to hurt him as mush as any of hi
patients.
Rev. J. w. CARMEL preached Wed,
n,sday night at his church. Rev
Powell of Dyersburg breaches Sunda,
night at Presbyterian church.
W. X. Alternately, accompanied by
his wife, left Sunday morning fo}
Nashville to be on hand at roll call Of
the state senate Monday morning.
We carry the largest and best stock
of dishes, chinaware and glassware
in the county. We guarantee our
cheaper dishes not to craze. Selmer
Hardware Co.
Tom Williams spent Saturday in
S,lmer and made our office social
call. He has bought farm near
Gravel Hill and thinks he will not
teach any more.
Frank Torrance, merchant, and Nor
ris Wilson, postmaster, Of Middleton,
accompanied by our own Jim Powers,
motored over from Middleton last
Thursday afternoon.
]. P. Sipes, McNairy county's rep
resentative, was here Saturday on his
way to Nashville to be in his seat
Monday. His son and daughters came
with him to Selmer to do shopping in
the millinery line.
A quiet wedding came off at the
residence Of Rev. j. H. Curry, the
ceremony being by him, Friday night,
when Robert G. Smith and Miss Nola
Browder we're united in holy wedlock.
The groom is the second son Of D. 7. |
Smith and worthy young man. The
bride is the Oldest daughter Of b. l..
Browder, and a young lady Of promi-
nence in the social life Of the young
society circles Of Selmer. They left
at once for a trip to Alabama. We
wish them much joy.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07

Mr.. E. Williams, Hamilton, Ohio,
writes: Our whole family depend on
Pine-Tar-Honey Maybe someone in
your family has a severe Cold-per-
haps it is the baby. The original DR.
Bells Pine-Tar-Honey is an ever ready
household remedy 1t gives immed-
late relief. Pine-Tar- Honey penetra-
the Innings of the Throat and Lungs,
destroys the Germs, and allows Ma
tare to act. AT Your Druggist, %
a1v
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Order Of Publication
In Circuit Court at selmer, Tenn.

In Circuit court ut Seliner, Tenn.
Pearl Frazier VS. Charlie Frazier.
In this cause it appearing from the
bill, which is sworn to, that the resi-
dence of the defendant, Charlie Frazier,
is unknown and cannot be ascertained
upon dilligent enquiry. he is therefore
hereby required to appear on or before
the third monday in May, 1915, before
the circuit court of McNairy county,
Tenn, at Selmer, Tenn, and make de-
Tense to the bill fled against him in said
court by Pearl Frazier, or otherwise the
bill will be taken AS confessed as to him.
Ii Is further ordered that this notice
be published for four consecutive weeks
In the MeNairy County Independent, a
newspaper published at Selmer, Tenn.
This April 5, 1915.
J.. ID. GRAHAM. Clerk.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Man Takes His Own Medicine is an 0ptimist

He has absolute faith in his medi-
cine-he knows when he takes it for
certain ailments be gets relief. Peo-
pie who take DR.. Kings New Discov-
cry for an irritating Cold are optim-
ilts-they know this cough remedy
will penetrate the Innings of the
throat, kill the germs, and open the
way for Nature to act. You can't
destroy Cold by superficial treat
ment you must 60 to the cause of
trouble. Be an optimist. Get a bot
tie of DR.. Kings New Discovery to-
day. adv.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Notice.

Work on Mt. Carmel Cemetery will
be Monday, May 10. We hope all
who have friends buried there will be
present and fix it up fol- Memorial
Day. the Third Sunday. Ladies, come
and bring dinners.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Residence for Sale

| offer for sale my residence on
4th St., Court Ave-, Selmer, Tenn. s
rooms, two-story, frame. Lot look
240. Barn, all outhouses, fruit and
good well. A bargain offered. W.
M. Phillips, Cairo, Ill. 48
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
STATE OF TENNESSEE,

STATE OF TENNESSEE, -
COUNTY or MCNAIRY, %
!, Albert Gillespie, Cashier of the
above-named bank, do solemnly swear
that the above statement is true to the
best Of my knowledge and belief.
Albert Gillespie, Cashier.
Subscribed and sworn to before me
this 9th day of May, 1915.
rspu7 W.sH. STONE,
Notary Public.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
s A N D BOX

dence Of a First Monday" the
first Of this ek....,..If any man
could have improved on the
weather in April if he had held
the rope, he would have been a
wise guys Saturday was the
most throng day in Selmer for
several months. 1t looked like
the farmers came to get some
thing they needed. ...,... The Sci
mer High School closes for the
year next week. The kids are
happy,......T The same old daily re-
ports on the war are still holding
good. .....,.If nothing happens in
the future the bumper crop will
be made. There never was an
April for planting and growing
crops like the one just passed..
..... J.. The legislature will be in
session Is days, only...... THE
Hatchie fishermen got back Fri
day. They reported good catches
and fine time. All fishermen
give just such report, which in
this instance we presume is true.
Sunday nights storm south
and west Of us looked ominous.
but passed by with only a light
shower. ......., The Light Co. has
put street lights on Adams st.
They were needed. .......Soon all
the young people of Selmer will
De in the old people class if they
keep up this seasons marrying
gait. They say the High School
boys put it all over the old has
beens in the game Saturday..
Shearon Haynes returned from
Chicago Saturday where he went
with a cargo Of chickens. Shea
ron says it is the biggest town he
ever saw. 1t was his first visit
to the big city on the lake. ,.......
DR.. G. M. Savage has been named
as president Of Union University
at Jackson. He is a strong man.
49,. The report was that storm
struck Middleton Sunday night |
destroying several buildings......
Blackberry winter came along |
morning about sun-up...
1T looks like the Eastern war
has hardly got a good start yet.
We see no indication of an early |
peace. The Lea forces did not
seem to sail off satisfactorily
Monday. The primary bill is the
stumbling block. Important
changes among our merchants
will soon occur. 1t is said Good
rum & Stiles will go to the store
house of Haynes, Bigger takes
he Hendrix stand and Hendrix
soda fountain gets the Goodrum
z Stiles department. The pack
ng house of the Selmer Produce
20. will 60 to the barn on the
Kernodle lot. This will be pre-
'erable to a brick building for
poultry 1t takes a weather
,ye to get Mr.. and Mrs. Potatoe
Bug as they industriously propose
o multiply and replenish the
innocent potatoe. ........ The rains
ind storms in Texas and Arkan-
las have done mucn damage re-
GENTLY. "A large force is rapidly
putting down concrete walks on
Cypress avenue. ....... This week
strawberries are going to the
markets from south and north OF
lere by the car loads. The
question now is raised can the
High School boys beat, to first
base the old timers. Never die
my town show as many and
pretty shade trees on its streets
IS does Seimer. The Willow oaks
ire the admiration Of strangers.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07
Change Of Schedules, Mobile 6
Ohio R. R.

Effective May End, trains will leave
Selmer, Tenn, as follows:
Northbound
No. 2 Express Daily 49,. " 7:30 am.
M. A EApressDaily 10y 9:38 p m.
No. 6 Express Daily NV 4:2i pm
Southbound
No. ! Express Daily ,........ " sos pm,
No. 3 Express Daily -....lv TOT am
M 5 ExpressDaily .....,.lv 1928 am
For any information regarding
rates and routes apply to j. D. A
Coleman, Ticket Agent. Mobile &
Ohio p r or wits G. r. Allen. Dis
trict Passenger Agent, Jackson, Tenn.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07

CORRECT Attest:
Jno. L. Warren,
B. L. Browder,
j. ID. A. coleman, Directors.
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07

RESOURCES
Loans and Discounts (notes
held in bank ...... ....... S81, S45. 30
u. =. Bonds deposited to Sc
cure circulation (par value) 100000
Bonds other than U.
S. bonds pledged to
secure Postal Saw
ings deposits ..-..... 2, 10000
Securities other than
u. S. bonds {not
including sto cks)
owned unpledged, l4,0250O
Total bonds, securities, etc. l6, 525. 90
Subscription to
stock Of Fed
eral Reserve
bank $2, 10000
Less amount
unpaid :. 81 ,l00.00-Sl, 10000
All other stocks. in
Guiding premiums
on same 9ozo.OO l,oL0.OU
Banking house, 81 800; furni-
ture andtixture-, 81, zoe .. $4,000
Due from Federal Reserve
bank ................................... 2,974.6O
Que 1TOui dIpAOs6li ICaClfC
agents in New York, Chi
cago and St Louis ........,.. 1889. n
Due from banks and bankers
(other than included in 8
or 81 .................. ............. Al ,93O.21
Checks on banks in same
town or city as reporting
bank $1,000. -.------....---..- i0i.of
Fractional currency, nickels
and cents 83.42
Notes of other National Banks $40 90
Lawful Money Reserve in Bank:
Total coin and GER
tifcates ..............S6, 277.85
Legal-tender notes $1,000 6,4S7,85
Redemption fund with u. 8.
Treasurer(not more than
per cent. on cireulation) .....- $1,000
q
McNairy County independent. (Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn.) 1902-1969, 1915-05-07

Read The Independent for the
NEWS of the county.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07
NEW REVOLUTION
 STARTS IN HAITI
A. p. A. Service.

WASHINGTcN, Aug. 7-Ca, le ad- vices to the state department from Ad- miral Capertoi. la.st evening state that Colonel Cole, the commander of the marines cn the battleship Connecticut, has been laced in full control of Port au Prince and is ow conducting the af- fairs of the sity government. The a1 miraPs ranort s,ate that recurr ant re- ports arriving in the city indicate that a new revolut:on fas broken out oa the west coas. of Hayti.
 The Ame'i. m control of the ca Dital is now sourdly established and al dis Crders are at ar end Messages from Cape Haylien s.ate that the crulse,r Eagle is guarding the city from the revolutionary forces who are encamped some miles outside of the range of the Eagles guns apparently waiting for the cruiser to depart. Pillaging and murder are reported from the interior districts where the evolutionists are in 1 full contol
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07
FOOD FOR THOUGHT.

Quality and Principle is the predom mate feature of this establishment. piscouragine any combinations to ad : vance prices on Food Stuffs in this city and not only discourasine this but pos itively preventing same with the nat ural result that today miners, outfit ters and the community in general have shown their appreciation for this stand taken by ourselves, evidenced by our increased business, which proves that our policy has great favor There IS that guarantee of certainty in deal ing with this store in feeling that our policy is extended to everyone alike. The miners themselves appreciate this making it great matter of FOOD FOR THOUGHT.
 G. P. GOGGIN'S
 The Quality Store.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

The Syrian woman who is engaged in looking into the future of the cur ious, at so much per look. evidently forgot to take look for herself yes- terday or she might have seen that a
 fine of twenty five dollars and costs was looming on the immediate horizon of her own future, for that was the sum she was assessed by Judge Grimm in the municipal court at five in the afternoon. The woman was convicted of using vile and abusive language. The fine was paid and the woman retired muttering sundry and divers remarks in her native tongue, all of which in- dicated a strong dissatisfaction with the ways of the measly law
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07
Classified Ads. All Classified Ads Must be Paid for
 in Advance.
REAL ESTATE.

THE ART OF SELLING FOR CASH,
 this little brochure explains fully how we can sell your real estate or business for cash. no matter where To- cated. We mean it. Write today de- scribing what you have to sell. buy or exchange, and receive this booklet free. B. F. LOOS CO, 4Os w. Well nut St, Des Moines, Iowa.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

A man whose name has not been learned is in the Holy Cross hospital suffering from injuries received on the Bourbon creek dredge yesterday It is ste ted that his injuries are not serious.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

Despite the indictment weather the party of tourists visiting Little creek as the guests of the Pioneer Mining Company are reported to have greatly enjoyed the experience of visiting a mining claim in operation. The visit ors were shown over the various work from one of the big lifts.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

The Nome Gun Club will hold theif grounds tomorrow at two p. m, wea. ther permitting. MT. White, the rep resentative of the Dupont Podwef Company, who is now in the city Will participate in the contest as the guest of the club.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

pr. Chace states Mrs. Campbell is recovering from the recent operation with unusual rapidity and will soon be about again.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

According to the mail bulletin posted in the postoffice, the mail for the steamer Victoria will close tonight at six D. m., but this iJ hardly likely to be enforced, the Victoria will not be able to get away before Sunday night. Post master Bakke states that the mail will be kept open as long as possible.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

The beautiful colored film "Fall of Constantinople will be repeated tonight at the Eagle hall moving picture show also the splendid scenic of West Point showing the beautiful grounds of Americas noted military school. the drilling of the cadets, etc. The scenic film "In the Holy Land" is a splendid picture showing the sea of Galilii, City of Tiberius, Jewish cemetery and many interesting and instructive scenes in Palestine and Syria. Tie first show will begin promptly at D. m. and the
 usual price of admission will be charg- ed. Sunday nights show embraces the following program. A rattling comedy drama in two parts entitled "The Ban shee," the roaring Keystone comedies, Across the Alley" and "Her New
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

now in operation. The heavy rains have given the company an ample sup ply of water and the big ditch is said to be running full. The company has a large crew of men employed on the various claims under operation and will add still further to their number if conditions continue favorable.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

The Arctic Brotherhood will hold one of their enjoyable social dances in the A B. hall this evening and all attend ing are assured of pleasant evening as the organization has the reputation of doing things in exactly the right way and their social dances are al- ways among the most enjoyable of the l, cal entertainments.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07
A. BIS ATTENTION.

There will be meeting of the Arctic Brotherhood at their club rooms at 6 p. m. this evening. limitations. All members requested to attend.
 G. R. JACKSON,
 Arctic Recorder.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

The Silver Wave will have a consid erable load of freight for Candle and other northern points on the next trir up the coast as the late arrivals fle those sections are placing large orders for groceries and other commodities Large outfits are being prepared for Dimmich, Welsh, Mason, Okuda and other well known people of the north ern towns.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

Albert Riechert is in from Dexter Creek and will probably remain for a few days in connection with business matters. MT. Reickert states that there is considerable activity in that section and quite few miners are following the elusive paystreak. Water is fairly plenty and those who are on the pay seem to be doing we'll
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

Beau" concluding with a beautiful scenic film of the Brittany Hills of France" "The Dutch Cheese" and views of the German Fleet" Music will be furnished by Prof. Berggren, violin, Prof. Bourret. piano, and the public is assured of an enjoyable evenings en- tertainment
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

It is reported that a child named on East Front street yesterday after noon and but for the timely interven- ton of bystanders might have suffered serious injury. The animals were driv- en away and the child was found to be uniniured.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

II is announced that In the event of the Victoria failign to depart before
 Monday evening. the Kegoayah Kazga will keep open house during the after noon of that day from one to three. at the club house on Steadman avenue. Mrs R. w. j. Reed, the present presid- ing officer of this most northerly wo- mans organization, conveys the inter- esting information that, while there are a considerable number of womans clubs in the territory, the Kegoayah Kozga is the only one in Alaska own ing its own club house and was until very recently the only club in the ter ritory belonging with the general fed eration of woman's clubs having affi- Hated with that organization in 1902. The only other club in Alaska belong ing to the general federation is in Valdez and has only recently joined the federation.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07
PORTUGAL ELECTS
 NEW PRESIDENT
4. p. A. Service.

LISBON, Aug. 7-Bernardido Mach ado was elected president of the re- public in place of the late president who is now a fugitive. The new execu- tive promises to grant the applica - tion of the people for a more liberal policy and there is every prospect that the recent disorders will not be repeat ed.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

And the cable continues to remain q
 woundless thing while the incoming messa ges are routed over the Domin- ion lines-and, as usual, very late in the day.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

The district court has not adjourned as yet and the final adjournment will be withheld as long as Judge Tucker remains in the city owing to the desire to dispose of all matters poss
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

on a second trading trip along the Si- beran coast last evening. The vessel is outfitted by Joe Felkel and will be away about four weeks unless the trade should be larger than anticipated.
The Nome daily nugget., 1915-08-07

The Seward Peninsula Power Com pany is making rapid headway in the and the machine will soon be in opera ton.