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Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
DAYLIGHT ROBBERY
WCTIMIzES THREE
Purses and Money Stolen from
Clerks at Department Store
May Involve Child

Three purses each containing small
amounts of money were taken from
muffs and cloaks at the Wells Broth
sers' Hanson department store late
Tuesday afternoon. The identity of
the guilty party or parties are shroud-
ed in mystery although suspicion is
directed at little girl who was last
seen in the rear of the store where
the muffs and cloaks were. Misses
Dora Flatner, Lenda Stenberg and
Cora Ostrem, sales people at the store,
are the victims. Investigations are
in progress today and it is hoped the
matter can be cleared up soon.
The young ladies left their wraps
in the rear of the store adjoining the
cloak department and were busy about
the store all day. At six o'clock in
the evening Miss F!atner discovered
the loss of her purse. Miss Ostrem
found her purse had been taken from
her muff, opened, and the contents
gone. Miss Stenberg found her poe
kets had been rified. A small sum of
money carried loose in her pocket had
vanished. Comparing notes the young
ladies believed they were victims Of
some practical joker but investiga
tions disclosed other suspicious cir
cumstances. A little detective work
brought certain little girl in this
city into consideration. New evid-
ence connecting her with the loss of
the money was found last evening and
developments are expected to follow
rapidly.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Want Lake Damned

The county commissioners will be
asked to see about the matter of hav-
ing the waters in Pomme de Terre
lake raised during the fall and winter
months. Farmers owning land in the
vicinity of the lake are expected to
join in the request in order to prevent
a repetition of the losses of fish
through freezing caused this winter
because the water in the lake was
low.
Reports from the lake indicate a
wholesale destruction of fish this
winter. The condition is alarming
and it will not be till late in the
spring before the real condition is
discovered.
1t is proposed to place a dam in
the river below the outlet and farm
ers owning land in the vicinity will
be indemnifed in case of losses. 1t
is proposed to retain the waters in the
lake during the late fall and winter
months in order to give the fish a
chance.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
WILL LEARN ABOUT
RADICAL CHANGES
Assessors to Meet at Auditors
March 3. Requests for Tax
Abatement Diminish


Stevens county assessors will meet
at County Auditor Wollthan's Office at
the court house Friday, March 8, for
the purpose of receiving. instructions
from the tax commission as to the
proper method of listing and assessing
the different kinds and classes of pro-
perty. The assessors will be entitled
to 5 cents for each mile travelled in
going and returning from the meet
ing, and to So additional for one day s
attendance.
The law governing assessment of
personal and real property was radi-
cally changed by the last legislature,
and without a know ledge of all it's
provisions it will be difficult for as
SCISSORS to make a legal assessment.
Every question relating to the duties
of the assessor will be fully explained
at the meeting.
In connection with the assessments
last year it may be stated there are
fewer applications for abatement of
taxes this year than were received
last
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
TAFT AND GAFFNEY
SPEAK AT WEDDING
Thirty Friends Assist MIR. and
Mrs. r. E. McCabe Celebrate
Tenth Anniversary

Mr.. and Mrs. R. E. McCabe cele-
brated their tenth wedding anniversary
at their home, corner of Washington
and Seventh streets, Thursday eve
ming of last week, brief mention of
which was made in the Tribune next
morning. About thirty friends parti-
cipated in the celebration and they are
offering many favorable comments
about the social event today.
The rooms were beautifully decor
ated and arranged for the occasion and
there were many happy suggestions of
a happy nuptial event. The evening
was spent in progressive cinch and the
first honor was bestowed upon Mrs.
August Schreiber. Mrs. M. j. Ryhn
captured the consolation. Mrs. Nc
Cabe served a delightful buffet lunch
after the guests had been supplied
with envelopes containing numbers to
indicate partners.
During the progress of the luncheon
toasts were listened to from G. S.
TAFT, j. J. Gaffney and R. E. Nc
Cabe. The envelopes were opened
and the reading of the contents furn-
ished much mirth.
Dell keenan, was one of the song
sters present and he responded with
several song hits.
Mr.. and Mrs. McCabe were pre-
sented with many beautiful and sub
stantial gifts as token of the esteem
in which. they are held. After wishing
the couple a prosperous future and
many more years of happy married
life the guests departed for their
homes. Among the out of town
guests were Mrs. M. L. Melalsick, of
Ruthton, who arrived early in the
week and will spend some time in
Morris.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Back from Argentine

William Stinson returned to his
home at Pequot Monday after a few
days. visit with relatives in this city.
He was fresh on his return from
Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he
spent,a year in the service Of the In
ternational Harvester Co. He stated
the Argentine has just harvested a
bumper wheat crop and that intense
hot weather prevailed during January
and February. Much interest was
manifested in the European war and
prices. same as here, were mounting
high on necessities of life. Spanish
is the language of the Argentine and
like the Spaniards the people were
pronounced in their pro-German sym
pathies. Mr.. Stinson learned of his
mothers death in this city January
30, by cable and much of the joys of
a home coming were saddened.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
HUSBAND TOO BUSY:
WIFE ASKS DIVORCE
Chapter from Real Life is Being
Rehearsed in Morris Under
Eastern Star Auspices

The troubles of Young Mrs. Win
throp are about to be aired in Morris
but it won't be in the police courts.
Young Mrs. Winthrop has never been
in Morris for she is probably only a
fictitious character from the drama
but she had plenty of domestic and
social troubles in New York, or some
where, and they will be told by Nor
ris society folks in home talent play
to be given at the Orpheum theatre
Monday evening, March 6. The play
is to be staged under the auspices of
the ladies of the Eastern Star.
There are nine characters in the
cast and every one of them will be
taken by we'll known Morris people.
Mrs. Charles Lee will take the part
of Mrs. Winthrop. Mrs. Lee has ap-
peared in local theatricals before and
has displayed more than ordinary the
atrical talent. Mrs. Paul Spooner,
Mrs. L. D. Trip and Miss Leila
IeWksbury are the other ladies In the
cast which proves that the feminine
parts will all be ably handled. Some
rearrangements in the parts for the
men will be required and the names
cannot be announced definitely today.
The play is a dramatization of
society life in four acts. 1t deals
with husband whose business affairs
caused his absence from home. Neg
lected, his wife sought the swirl OF
society and in the midst of her pop
ularity her baby dies. Then came
an action for diverse but the family
lawyer succeeded in a reconciliation.
The play has many good comedy sit.
uations. Specialties will be intro
duced between the acts. The admis.
sion will be 25, 35 and SO cents with
seat reservations at Krueger's drug
store.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
In Hurry for License

Chas. B. Dyer, of York, Neb., was
in hurry to secure a marriage Ii
cense Tuesday evening. He forgot the
day was holiday and that Deputy
Clerk of Court Gilbert was ceIebrat-
ing Washington's birthday. Dyer
found Mr.. Gilbert shortly before sup
per and was given a license to wed
Miss Harriet Prickett, a we'll known
and popular young lady in Pepperton.
Those who secured marriage IL
censes during the week were Edward
Haley, of Yellowstone. Mont, and
Miss Margaret McAllen. daughter OF
Postmaster McAl'en at Chokio. Mar
ried by Rev. Hengerter at Chokio.
Robert La Rogue. of Sheridan,
Mont, and Miss Harriet Rederth, of
Roberts, S. D. The couple were
married by Rev. Jones in this city.
Glen G. Cline and Phoebe M. Pitts,
both of this county, secured their Ii
cense Wednesday and were married by
Rev. Stever. The bride is the daugh-
ter of Sam Pitts. in Horton.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Hanson Catches Sea Bass

Herbert Hanson has letter from
his father, o. C. Hanson, who with
H. H. Wells, of this city, and Mr..
Wilcox of Hancock, are spending a
few weeks in Florida. Mr.. Hanson
was having fine time in company
with merchant from New York City.
A picture of the two men show them
aboard fishing smack with a fine
string of sea bass between them. Mr..
Hanson states he was unable to ac-
company Messrs. Wells and Wilcox to
Cuba because of an attack of stomach
troubles and his physician recommends
ed avoidance of the hotel fare at the
Cuban hotels. The Morris tourists
are expected home about March 1
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Pioneer Dies

Carl Daniel Woodke, one of the
we'll known pioneers of the town of
Swan Lake, died late yesterday after
noon following a lingering illness
with Bright's disease. He was 76
years of age and was born in Ger
many.
The funeral will be held Monday
from the German Lutheran church in
Swan Lake. Rev. Pilgrim will con-
duct the services.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Court Convenes March 6

The district court for Stevens
county will convene in this city
Monday, March 6 when the grand
jury begins it's session. Judge
Flaherty will preside during the term
which promises to be light. Only
twenty-five civil cases had been filed
up till last evening but the list will
probably grow before the calendar is
complete. Many of the cases are
court cases.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Juniors will Dance

The Junior class at the Morris Uni
versity farm school are sending out
invitations to ball to be given Sat-
urday evening. They have arranged
an attractive program and have every
thing, including the chaperones, ready
for large evening. 1t is one of the
first dances the class of 1T has pro-
moted.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Gold Fish Free.

Gold fish will be given away free
at the Sylvander Drug Store today,
Friday, with every purchase of a
25-cent cake of Rexall Blemish
Soap, the complexion preserver. Sale
begins at nine O'Clock a. m.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Rag Ball Social Near DonnelIy

A rag ball social will be held at
the home of C. O.. Aanerud, east of
town, Saturday, Feb. &c. for the
benefit of the st. John g Ev. Lutheran
church's organ fund. Girls bring rag
ball and lunch for two. Everybody
come and spend a pleasant evening.
Tell your friends.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

The straight politician and the
girl with a conscience will have a
prominent part in the film, "Who
Pays" at the Orpheum this evening.
It is dandy film and tells a good
story. Admission five and ten cents.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Inportant Election

The presidential preference prim-
arise will be held in this county on
March Ia at which time the question
of employing county agent will be
voted on. Auditor Wollthan was
busy this week sending out notices
which are to be posted in the various
townships.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
Be a Community Builder. Join
the Pay-Up Week Throng

ZONE will deny that wiu premeditated Indebtedness is
~ wrong. Nothing will impair mans standing in
munity than contracting the habit of making small
debts and letting them indefinitely It's the little things
after ALL that the of character There very
who unable to the little debts they When they
neglect them they placed in the category the fellow
who won't pay The result that they suffer by comparison
There have been instances Of who close friends for years
becoming estranged over fifty cent debt.
TO PROMOTE FRIENDSHIP AND GOOD FEELING AMONG
YOUR NEIeHBoRs AND FRIENDsDuRTNG PAY-UP WEEK HUNT
UP THOSE OWE AND SQUARE THE AMOUNT. DON'T WAIT
OTHER FELLOW YOU SEE HIM FIRST. AND
MAKE 1T A HABIT ON THE FIRST MONTH TO
MEET YOUR OBLIGATIONS IF YOU OWE MORE THAN CAN
PAY, WHAT you CAN. LET YOUR CREDITORS KNOW THAT
YOU HAVEN'T FORGOTTEN YOUR OBLIGATIONS. IT'S MORE
HONEST MANLY THAN DoDeNe THEM YEAR IN AND YEAR
OUT. WOULDN'T AND TO YOUR
There another side to the queston-cred The
takes of his obligations has credit that he draw
Any banker will you that doesn't necessarily be
rich loan when he needs it. The poor who has the
reputation of looking after his obligations has better credit at
bank than the man who pay and negects to do
BE COMMUNITY BUILDER
Pay your debts.
ALONG PAY-up WEEK MOVEMENT.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Misses Porter and Pay of Mankato,
Mimi, will have a display of the latest
novelties in art needle work at the
La Grand Hotel, March 2, 8 and a.
Orders solicited. Ladies are invited
to call. 2t.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

The Home Missionary Society will
meet at the home Of Mrs Tripp We'd
needay afternoon at half past two,
with Mrs. Grove as leader.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
If Not

w. G. Light is spending the week
in St. Paul where he: is, attending the
hardware dealers convention. *.[,
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

M. ]. Ryhn anticipates brisk busi-
ness in spring suits and is preparing
to produce two pairs of pants per day
hereafter. To facilitate matters he
invested in bran new sewing machine
today.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Members of the Boys Triangle
Club and their friends listened to an
interesting travelogue by A. P. And
erson at the club rooms Sunday after
noon when he told them of his trip
to Japan and China two years ago.
Mr.. Anderson was in charge of an
American base ball team which toured
Europe and the Orient at which time
he had many interesting experiences.
Beginning his narrative at San Fran
cisco and continuing till the party
left China the audience was treated
to a vivid word picture of the scenes
over land and sea. His talk. was
listened to. .attentively and the boys
were eager for more. Mr.. Anderson
has promised to continue his story at
some future date.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Rev. Pilgrim oficiated at a we'd
ding at Hancock Wednesday last week
when Miss Bertha Schliep became
the bride of George Krupke. The
wedding was solemnized at the home
of the brides parents with only i'm
mediate relatives and friends of the
couple witnessing the ceremony. A
brother of the groom and sister of
the bride attended the couple.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Morris Odd Fellows had the plea
sure of visit from Grand Master
Payne and Grand Secretary Bolton at
their lodge hall last evening. The
visitors were here in the interests of
OddfelIowship and gave some interest
ing talks. A lunch and smoker follow
ed he lodge doings.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert Probst have
rented the Dushek cottage on Pacific
avenue and are getting settled today.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

See "Who Pays" at the Orpheum
this evening. Admission only five
and ten cents.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

John Siverts returned this week
from ia short business trip to Alex
andria and Duluth. He expects to go
to Walker soon to begin work on a
road building contract. The road will
be 20 miles long and will require
some time to build.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Auctioneer MayIot, of Hancock,
was a Morris visitor on business Mon
day.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25
CITY NEWS ITEMS

Harry and Bob Adams left fol-
points in Iowa on Wednesday noen.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Mrs. William Zahl and family
moved in from the farm this week
and are occupying their residence on
Sixth street.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

A coffee and cracker demonstration
is in progress all this week at the
Stebbins store where a charming
young lady obligingly waits on Gust
omers. The demonstration has proven
a success so far and Mr.. Stebbins is
we'll pleased.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Mrs. J. C. Morrison left for her
former home at Madison, S. D., on
Tuesday on account of the continued
illness of her mother, Mrs. Frances
R. Murphy, who has been confined to
her bed the past four weeks with
appendicitis.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

M. o. Peterson, carpenter, is seri-
ously ill at his home near the park.
His ailment is diagnosed as pneu-
monia. His mother and brother ar
rived from Hanska this week and will
remain to watch developments.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

The Stevens County Agricultural
Society will hold a meeting this after
noon at O'Clock at the council room
in the arrnory. All members are
urged to be present, and all other
who are interested in the county fair
are invited.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Mrs. F. E. Shepard, Mrs. Fred
Meyers and Mrs. Adds Brisbane en-
tertained the Congregational ladies'
aid at the home of Mrs. Shepard
Wednesday afternoon. The meeting
was in the nature of gift shower
for the work committee and many
parcels were received. Aside from
the regular program songs and recit=
ations by Miss johnson of the uni
versity farm school was delightful
feature. Misses Louise Wollthan
and Florence Reinicker and Robert
Tressler appeared in colonial costumes
and powdered wigs, and assisted at
the door. An exceptionally fine lunch
was served.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1916-02-25

Make arrangements to take the
folks to the Orpheum next Thursday
evening when Lawrence Deming anG
company will appear in the newest
popular play, "The Cry Baby" The
company will make a three night
stand in Morris.
Monroe City Democrat. (Monroe City, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1916-08-03

Senator James A. Reed was nom.
mated with practically no opposi-
ton Gardner leads for Governor
by about 20,G00; Crossley for Lieu
tenant Governor; Pool for Secretary
of State: Gordon for Auditor; Mid
dlekamp for Treasurer; WOodson
for Supreme Court No and Will
liams for Supreme Court No. 2 ap-
pear TO be lie ding. Frank W. Nc
Allister was nominated for Attor.
ney General
Dickev will be the Republican
candidate for U. S Senator and
Swanerr is leading for Governor.
Atkinson was second on the
Democratic ticket. Lindsey and
HouchinS surprised many with
their vote
NJ A Roujue, of Macon, appears
to be leading for Congress in the
First District,
W. W Rucker won over Ralph
Lozier for Congress in the Second
District. He has no Republican
opponent for the November election
R. S McClintic wins over Afford
by about 1870 for State Senator.
Roy Merriwether is quite a
sprinter and has a nice majority
over both his opp, nents.
Ralph Nolen will be Monroe
C0unty's next Sheriff and made a
race of which he should be exceed
ingly proud.
Monroe City Democrat. (Monroe City, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1916-08-03
MERCHANTS PICNIC WAS A HUMMER

issue some verses that have been
sent in We regret that the poet
did not give verse to each mem.
ber but perhaps she was like some
others. unable to tell who was who.
The parade was a surprise to all.
About thirty vehicles were in line
and the showing was credit to
any town of this size. We would
like to tell our readers, who were
not able to he here, about each dis.
play We had our pencil and pa.
per ready but soon found out they
were passing too apidly to even
really see them well, let alone write
down a description.
Enough to say that everyone did
all they could to make it a success
and they succeeded. 1t is said to
be the best display of the kind
Monroe City has ever had.
Prof Cassidy, Of Quincy, made
two balloon ascensions, one at 1890
a III. anu one at $50 p. m.
The trained dogs and monkeys
gave several exhibitions.
The dancer in gorgeous costume
was all that the crowd expected,
while the acrobats were artists in
their line.
Ii is said that over a thOusa nd
attended the ball game while the
north park was well filled and dur.
ing this time Main street was full
Of people
After the hand concert in the
, evening the crowd went to their
homes. IA hot. tired lot Of people.
but all satisfied that they had had
a big day.
Monroe City Democrat. (Monroe City, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1916-08-03

Who will be Monroe Count s.
next Prosecuting Attorney is one
of Monroe Guys most popular
young men. As was attested by the
vote here Tuesday, getting 4O6 votes
all eXctpr s which were given his
tno opponents. His vote was the
largest ever polled in this city by
any candidate with opposition.
He recelv d the largest vote OF
any candidate in the county His
many fli,ndS are rejoi, Ing over the
victory.
He is an honorable, cOncienticus,
young man, worthy and well quail
fed To fill the Utiic- Ia which he
has been Nominated.
Monroe City Democrat. (Monroe City, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1916-08-03

Thursday. July, 9th, will long
be remembered as the day of the
Biz Picnic in Monroe City
At an early hour the crowd be-
gan to gather and in spite of heat
and dust the city was filled with
people ready to enjoy themselves
They were from Missouri, they had
read the advertisements and came
to hear the bands, to see the pa
rade, the free shows, the balloon
ascensions, the ball game and hear
the political speeches and they
were not disappointed in anything,
Everything was just as promised
and thousands of people were here,
A representative of the Democrat
circlei through the crowd and
asked different ones what they
thought of the picnic and everyone
was pleased. Many said il exceeded
their expectations
THE men in ch arge Of affairs
were live wires and the next time
Monroe City advertises a big picnic.
the town will not be able to accom-
mOdate the crowd.
The Shelbina Band and the
Ladies Band from Edna were with
Us and furnished most excellent
music, but second to none was our
own little band They haven't been
Organized long but they can all read
music and they certainly surprised
the people. not only in their music
bu, in their make up." In fact,
some were so well made up" that
their friends never did recognize
them. Their leader made such u
hit that we are publishing in this
Monroe City Democrat. (Monroe City, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1916-08-03
Monroe City Cauauqua August 22N Bigger ssn and hRst Rstts
DEMOCRATIC TICKET
Gardner Heads Ticket. McAllister
Nominated A Strong Tictet
and Worthy the Support
Of all Good Democrats

The battle of the ballots in the
primary has been fought There
are those ,lated with victory and
those who must stand defeat None
of US have won all of our first
choice All have won and lost, so
honors are even 1t is now up to
the Democracy to stand shoulder to
shoulder for the ticket as nominated
Ii is composed of good men. 1t is
true all the nominees have failines.
so did the candidates whom you
boosted
Monroe City Democrat. (Monroe City, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1916-08-03
Monroe 4, Bevier 3.

In a big contested game "t Proc
tors park picnic day, the local
team defeated Bevier.
The game was one Of the best
ever played here and the teams
were very evenly matched, and as
a result 10 innings were played be-
fore the locals succeeded in running
in the winning scure which was ac-
complished by G0sney making a
a long drive. thereby getting a
home run.
Our boys outplayed the visitors
at every point. but the visiting um.
pire could not. or would not, give
US our rights. making the game
harder than it would have been
otherwise.
Clarksville was TO have played
here Sunday but owing TO the in
tense heat the game was Cancelled,