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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09
THE ALCAZAR

Widely known to motion picture de-
voices throughout the country, Cleo
Ridgely and Wallace Reid, both of
whom frequently have appeared in the
principal supporting roles of famous
stars, will make their first appearance
as co-stars in the Lasky Feature Play
Company production, "The Golden
Chance" at the Alcazar Monday. This
is a play of modern life in its various
shades written by jeanne MACPHERSON
and produced by Cecil B. DeMille.
Both Miss Ridgely and Mr. Reid for
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09
MONUMENT TO Be UNVEILED
BY ". D. ". TODAY

The memorial exercises of the Wood
men of the World, postponed from last
Sunday, will be held this afternoon at
4 80 O'Clock.
AS has already been told in These
columns, this monument is erected in
memory of the late Sovereign L. B
Crawford, of the local camp in this
city, and charter member of the
same.
The uniformed degree team will have
charge of the exercises, and it is ex-
pected the Woodmen and their
friends will turn out in full force. The
place will be Oak Grove cemetery.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09
SKELETON IN CAVE
NEAR FOLSOM, CA.

ATLANTA, Ca, April S.-Workmen
engaged in mining operations at Fol-
sem, Ga, have discovered a cave filled
with skeletons, according to a report
brought to Atlanta today. News Of
the discovery flew like wildfire and
hundreds of people, for miles around,
have f1ocked to the place. The skele-
tons, numbering nearly two dozen, are
believed to be the bones of Indians,
who were imprisoned in the dark pas
sage. The entrance appears to have
been sealed with stone and mortar.
The discovery of the new cave fol-
lowed explorations made by workmen
into an old cave in that vicinity, which
has been often visited by sightseers. A
small entrance was effected into the
new cave and the interior was found to
be very beautiful. 1t showed the works
of nature in many forms When the
entrance was enlarged, the workmen
came upon the skeletons.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09

The Want Ad means a quick return
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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09
THE OPERA HOUSE

THE City, which has been called
IAN enduring monument to the genius
Of the American playwright" and the
greatest American drama ever writ
ten created a neyer-to-be forgotten
sensation in New York, on the night of
its first appearance at the Lyric Thea
ire, This picture is at the Opera
House Monday, April 10th.
This drama, which delves deep into
the secret springs of modern life and
women's frailty, eliminates in a
climax of such terrible power that at
its premiere women tainted and be-
came hysterical, before mighty wave
OF frenzied cheering and applause re-
lieyed the feelings of the stunned aud
fence.
The City is the story Of the lure
and lust of the crowded places, where
the battle is to the strong and the race
to the swift 1t deals powerfully with
q powerful theme. 1t is epochal, cata-
clysmic almost in it's terrific sweep
and merciless logic.
In The City men and women de-
yelop their own Weaknesses. Alidst
the clash and crash of human sassions
IN the Great Town, the ancient doc
trines "of the sins of the fathers" is
visited to the full on the heads of
George Rand, Jr.. his unfortunate sis
ter and others involved with them in
the crucible of The City"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09

night.
Signals to enginemen by word OF
mouth, unnecessary whistling, ringing
OF bells, and escape of steam, near
sleeping cars, loud talking by crews
in and about cars and on platforms,
s!amming of vestibuled trap doors, will
be eliminated as far as possible.
The superintendent of each division
are giving personal attention to this
problem in the hope of contributing
further to the comfort of passengers on
Southern railway trains.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09
KEEP QUIET" ANOTHER
RAILWAY WARNING NOW

WASHINGTON, D. c., April S.-The
campaign begun a year ago by the
Southern Railway company for the
suppression of unnecessary noises,
likely to disturb passengers in sleep
ipg cars placed at stations for occu-
pancy during the early hours of the
night is to be extended, and the
keep quiet" rule is to be enforced
around all passenger trains, standing
at stations. or while running, day or
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09
SeabOdrd Air Line
The Progressive Railway Of the SOdiD

Leave Americas Tor CCrdele, nn
ehelle. Abbeville, Helena, Lyons, Col
Tins, Savannah, Columbia, Richmond
Portsmouth and points East and South
1891 p In
2:S0 m
cave Americas for Cordele, Able
dltc. Helena aud intermediate polnta
Ssls pm
Leave Americus for Richland, A.
anita, Birmingham, Hurtsboro, Mont
somery and points West and Northwest
$40 D m
Leave Americas for Richland, Col.
asnhhs. DAWSON, Albany and interme.
Hate points
10 !05 c m
SPaboard B1ffel Parior~SleepinX Cal
On Trains Is and IA, arriving Americas
from Savannah 1925 p M, and leav.
ing Americas for Savannah 2:30 a. m
Sleeping car leaving for Savannah 81
a:S0 a. NJ, will be open fer passen.
gers at 11:25 p
For further information apply to Fl
P. Everett, Local Agent, Americas
Ga c. W. Small, Div. Pass. Agent
Savannah, Ca; c. B. Ryan, G. P. A.
Norfolk Va.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09
Sweden Wants
Safety First

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, April S.-A
private committee has been formed
here which intends to provide 700,O OO
kronen for the protection of Stockholm
against air attack. The committee has
prepared plan of the necessary de-
lenses, including batteries of anti-air-
craft guns on the hills around Stock.
holm and fleet of twenty defensive
aeroplanes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1916-04-09
SEE US

1t is now spring and house-cleaning
time. Why not let us make your Mat
tresses over for you, or make you a
new one. The rule is for every person
to get an average of eight hours sleep
a day; so if you are going to spend a
third of your life sleeping, why not
sleep comfortably, on a good mattress ?
Try US at 100.
POPE MATTRESS co.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02

THE round of delightful social events
,os continued since last week and
nao oxv day has had its entertainment
M week. Last W eek Mrs. M. r. Hat
.nhaugh entertained but too late for
.aeordine. Mrs. F. E.. Wood entertain
ID Friday in honor of Mrs. Draney who
,atalv came to our midst on the occa-
SION Son Of her husband, DR.. Draney becom-
mo- associated in the practice of den
t;sfrv with DR.. f. r. Wood. Mrs.
Over was the hostess Saturday after
noon at very pleasant aution bridge
Marty. The dinner at the Imperial
Hotel Sunday evening at which Mr..
and Mrs. S. A. Anderson entertained
about thirty guests in honor of
Judge and Mrs. E. G. Steele was a very
delightful affair.
A birthday surprise in honor of Mrs.
AL Chance Tuesday evening was very
ENJOYABLE occasion that lady being re-
. membered by many beautiful gifts pre-
sented by her host of friends. Mrs.
stockton was again hostess Wednesday
evening at delightful 500 party. On
the whole the week has been very pleas
antly apd enjoyably spent in social
way. The editor very much appreciates
the assistance received in notes of
social events handed to him, thus help
ing in giving proper mention of those
who entertain, and acknowledges his
indebtedness to the kindness of several
in this matter.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
ST. PATRICK's DAY DANCE.
March IT at Odd Fellows Hall Under
Auspices of w. o. W. Circle.

Many are looking forward to the ST.
Patrick day dance to be given at the
Odd Fellows hall Friday, March II I'M
der the auspices of the ladies of the
w. o. w. circle. The ladies of the
order in Grangeville have been exeep-
tionally successful in the affairs that
are directed under their supervision
and it will be remembered that an es-
pecially good time was enjoyed at the
masque ball given by them some time
ago. Special efforts will be directed
towards insuring a general good time
and a management will be provided to
see that you have partners. Dancing
will commence at 9:15 and Riggs
orchestra will furnish the music, the
price of tickets being fixed at one dol
lar. Do not forget the date and plan
to be present.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
BOWLING SCORES

me bowling scores for last weel
reached the office too late for publiea
tlon and the scores from Monday 4
week ago are printed hereunder. On,
feature that tended to stimulate tn,
interest in bowling was the confess
saturday night by wire with Lewiston
IN which the latter was victorious. Tn,
scores are printed elsewhere in this is
sue Another game will be playes
Saturday night but the lineup has no
been announced as yet.
Saturday, March 18th Lewistoi
promises to send team up here t
oowl and the boys are confident tina
they can beat them on the local alleys
The scores are as follows:
Monday, February 81.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
ENTERTAINMENT MARCH 18TH
Choir and Orchestra at Christian
Church to Give Musical Program.

what are your plans for March 10th
Keep the date clear for the entertain
ment by the choir and orchestra of the
ChrlStlan church on that date. There
VIII be an entire evening of endowment
beginning at 8 O'Clock sharp. Admis-
sion 20 cents. Children under 70. Is
cents. The following is the program
TO be rendered on that evening:
Orchestra-(a) "Poet, Peasant and
Light Cavalryman Fillmore.
(b) "Melody in F''-Rubinstein.
Chorus tbs Morn "A. Geibel.
Duet Larboard Watch ~. Elm
ers and v. L. Nelson.
Male chorus" Fling Wide the
Gates ''-Kauffman.
Solo Sunbeams Mrs w. CALI.
son.
Anthem-"Oh, How Lovely is Zion "
Ogden.
orchestra" Aloha Oe''-M. L. Lake
Playa Fair Encounter" Char
acters-Lady Clara St. John, Miss
Bessie Longfellow; Mrs Celia Granville
Miss Opal Harlan
Orchestra-March, "Always For.
ward '-Kneff.
Duet-"O, that we Two Were May.
ing. Mrs. Callison, Mr.. j. Eimers.
Male Chorus = cold Kentucky
Home by Meredith.
Chorus Come, Let Us All May
ing o''-Atterbury.
Trio" Hail Smiling Morn Misses
Mary, Sarah and Susan Gregg.
Monologue-"W When the Honeymoon
Wanes Mrs. w. Callison.
Anthem" Fear Thou Not ''-E. o
Excel.
Duet-"O, Tell Us Merry Birds OF
Spring Misses Opal and Olive Har
Ian.
Chorus-tThe Music of the Birds
Glover.
Orchestra -" American Patrol' =
Meacham. ALL
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
ALIAS SUMMONS.

In the District Court of the Second
Judicial District of the State of Idaho,
in and 4or the County of Idaho.
Mary E. Pugh, plaintiff VS.. Grand
vile Pugh, defendant.
The State of Idaho sends Greetings
to Grandville Pugh, the above named
defendant:
You are hereby notified that cora
plant has been filed against you in TIE
District Court of the Second Judicial
district of the State of Idaho in and
for the County of Idaho, by the above
named plaintiff, and you are hereby
directed to appear and answer the said
complaint within twenty days of the
service of this summons upon you, if
served within said Judicial District,
and within forty days if served else
where; and you are further notified
that unless you so appear and answer
said complaint within the time here
in specified, the plaintiff will take
Judgment against you as prayed in said
complaint.
The said action is brought to secure
divorce and decree dissolving the
bonds of matrimony between plaintiff
anu ucleHudHt, thS Ploihtiii II nv
complaint alleging that plaintiff and
defendant intermarried September 20
1872, at Brookston, Indiana, and are
now husband and wife, and that plain
tiff has been resident of Idahe
county for more than six years i'm
mediately preceding the commence
ment of this action, and that the de
PENDANT has been guilty of habitual in
temperance for more than one yea
prior to the commencement of this ac
ton, and that the defendant he's fol
more than one year deserted and aban
ed the plaintiff.
Witness my hand and the seal o.
said District Court this 18th day o
February, 1916.
j (SeaD John p Eimers, Clerk
H M. Reese Hattabaugh, attorney 70
II plaintiff, residence and post OFFICE al
II dress Granpeyille. Idaho. 80
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02

settlement and entry by any qualified
person. A tract of $3.50 acres, with
in what win probably be when survey
ed Sec. %, t. Is n. r. s f., b. NJ, des-
cribed as follows: Beginning at Corner
No. /, whence Forest Service Monu-
ment which is identical with Corner
No. l of w. G. Caldwell's ii. A. No. %,
bears N. "a degrees 80 minutes W.,
$3.50 chs; extending thence s. rs
degrees E., 11.20 chs; thence S. % chs;
thence s. 81 degrees W., chs; thence
N. degrees E., chs; thence N. 80
degrees W., IA chs; thence N. 81
degrees E., ll.l2 chs. to the place OF
beginning, application of w. L. Reed,
Thunder City, Idaho; List 4l913.
January 81, 1916, G. NJ. Bruce, Assis-
tant Commissioner of the General Land
Office. 1914
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
FRIDAY, -.aS. F. E. WOOD IN HON.
OR OF MRS. DRANEY.

At the home of Mrs. Frank E. Wood
Friday afternoon a delightful party
was given by that lady in honor of
Mrs. Draney. The living room was
very prettily decorated with daffodils.
The afternoon was spent in playing 500.
The beautiful first prize was won by
Mrs. d. II. Sasenbery. The consola-
ton prize was given to Mrs. Draney
Dehclous refreshments were served to
the guests, the hostess being assisted in
serving by Mrs. Norwood and Mrs. H.
Wood. Those present were Mesdames
sasenbery, Steele, Hodge, Kading, Par
ker, Scales, Stockton, McFall, Laning-
ham, Hattabaugh, G. H. Wood, Draney,
Brown, Reilly, Anderson, ingram, Rains,
oyer, Il. Harris, E. G. Wood, Norwood,
Foster, Wetherbee, Hardy and Miss
Sylvia Parker. The guest of honor,
Mrs. Draney.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
BIRTHDAY SURPRISE PARTY.

Tuesday evening twenty of the lady
friends of Mrs. Al Chance surprised her
on the occasion of her birthday ami
yersary coming in with gifts and re
freshments with the intention of max
ing merry on the pleasant occasion and
in accord with the intention the time
was enjoyably and pleasantly spent un
til late hour. Mrs. Chance received
large number of beautiful and useful
gifts of remembrance from her many
friends with congratulations and wish
es for many happy returns of the day.
Among those who were present were
Mesdames Roy Nail, Otto Nail, Fred
Karstein, Elenwood, Harry Morris, M.
L. Ayers, McGill, Harland, Bert Pear
son, Madison Myers, Edmundson, A.
Turner, J. p. Eimers, Lamm, Coyne,
Bradbury, Benedict, Cawley, Shaw and
Miss Minnie Knorr.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
TWO TRACTS ARE SOLD.
Buyers of Indian Heirship Land Pay
Stiff Advance Over Appraised Value

Lapwai, Feb. 24.-Two tracts of In
dian heirship land were sold today at
the agency office at sale conducted
by Superintendent Theodore Sharp.
There were thirteen tracts offered but
acceptable bids were received for only
two of the offerings.
A tract, consisting of so acres of
agricultural land located 10 miles
northeast of Cottonwood, was purchased
by George NJ. Reed, of Grangeville, for
$5,004. The appraised value of this
land was $4,000.
Roy Nail, farmer of the Grange
vile section, purchased so acres To-
Gated near Sites and of which 81 acres
are cultivated, for $500. The apprais
ed value OF this land was $3,500.-Lew-
iston Tribune.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
MN. AND MRS. s. A. ANDERSON EN-.
TERTAINED AT DINNER

One one OF the most delightful social
tents T OF the season took place at the
IMPERIAL Nh Hotel Sunday evening when
nr. and Mrs. s. A. Anderson entertain
~ AT a SIX course dinner in honor of
1uuge and Mrs. E. G. Steele. Covers
were laid for 80 diners. The tables
y" were beautifully and tastaaully decorat
M with daffodils, smilax and fenrs.
ina was furnished during the even
LOG oy the Riggs orchestra. After
SAIL the dining room the guests as.
da a,piea IN the apartments of the An
snh hsohs and before leaving each one
his Assembled their signature in the ghost
NJ M winch was presented to Judge and
o. s I. .. Steele as souvenir of the
ron oas.on' A very enjoyable time was
reported by all present.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
GRUNEWALD TAKEN ILL.
Unable to Proceed With Trial of Case
in District Court on Wednesday.

VIM. Grunewald is i'll at the Imperial
hotel having had an attack of heart
failure and is under the care of physi-
clans. The attack was brought on by
the excitement and mental strain under
which he underwent in the case being
tried in the District Court The case
was commenced Tuesday and was to be
concluded on Wednesday but it is I'M
likely that the defendant will be able
to proceed with the trial at this time
and therefore it will have to be continu-
ed to be tried at some other time. DR..
Stockton is in attendance and treating
Mr.. Grunewald.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
ENTERTAIND TUESDAY Arrrp
NOON CHR

Mrs. France Bowman entertaipod ~ :
Tuesday Afternoon Club at her ho ,ne
Tuesday. The main feature Of tho nf
;elhoon was the clothes pin doll dress
ing contest participated in by all pres
ehl. MRS. Pearson was winner of the
contest and Mrs. Rotnlisberg second,
painty refreshments were served by the
nostess. Those present were Mesdames
Lamm, Pearson, Rothlisberg, shaw,
geo; Eimers, Edmundson, Miller, Row
Nal, Snyder, Wright, Bradbury, Bene.
dict, Chance, Abrahamson, Cawlev.
Meyer, Coyne, Hender and Miss Bees,
sic Eimers. e'
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
STOLE 48o BLUE ROCKS.

Frank Titus, Don Fisher and some of
the other gun enthusiasts and members
of the local gun club went out to Lake
Yearsley Sunday in pleasant anticipa-
ton of some practice to get back in
form. Some one had visited the scene
previously and shot the lock off of the
trap, appropriating to their own use
about barrel of clay pigeons 50 that
the boys had to practice on tin cans,
bottles and the like. The boys an
nounce that they expect to hold a tele-
graphic shoot with Spokane sports some
time in the near future.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
MRS. HATTABAUGH ENTERTAIN
ED LAST THURSDAY.

Mrs. NJ. R. Hattabaugh entertained
at 500 last Thursday afternoon guests
to the number af 81 being present.
Delicious refreshments were served at
the close of the games. Miss Margaret
Sweet won the first prize for the high
est score and Mrs. s. A. Anderson the
consolation prize. A very enjoyable
time is reported by those present who
are as follows: Mesdames Dyer, Harold
Harris, Hardy, Stockton, Scales, Nc
Fall, Parker, Kading, Steele, Hodge,
Cunningham, mains, Brown, Gilmore, g.
E. Wood, Sasenbery, Anderson and the
Misses Sylvia Parker and Margaret
Sweet.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
MRS. DYER HOSTESS SATURDAY
AFTERNOON,

Mrs. Archie Dyer entertained Satur-
aay afternoon in her usual charming
manner guests for four tables at auc-
slon bridge being present and accept
ing her hospitality. A very ENJOYABLE
afternoon a. sr Is reported by those present.
IN tne awards for playing Mrs Hodge
M sno mrs. Rains tied for high score and
Mrs Rams winning in the cut to break
sne Tie. Mrs. s. A. Anderson won the
eohsoiation prize. The decoration
seneme was worked out with kewpies
ana was unique and original.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
JAMES EvETT DEAD.

James Brisc0e, who was caIIeu 10
Montana several weeks ago by the seri-
GUS illness of his partner, James Evett,
arrived too late and after the funeral
of his friend decided to return to
Grangeville for while, arriving here
last week. Mr.. Evett was former
Idaho county citizen having been en-
gagged in mining for number of years
and while man well up in years he de-
cided to homestead and took up lands
in our neighboring state.
Mr.. Briseoe states they have had
very severe winter over there, sixty
below not being uncommon.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
hLiGHTFUL PARTY AT MRS. q, s.
STOCKTON

Dr. "eanesday evening at the home of
one ~ anu w Mrs, Stockton the largest and
of th 81 the most elaborate parties of
Mr. sne c. season was given in honor of
20 eon oaeeie and Mrs. Hodge at which
eame upies We're present. 500 was the
ee;ne, LOT which Mr.. w. w. Brown re-
Ada S ilfst prize for gentlemen, Miss
inc sweet sweet the ladies prize, Mrs. Kad-
NJ ,seelylng the consolation prize.
ceiyaa steele and Mrs. Hodge both re-
beautiful guest prizes. The
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
A. 8. HARDY
Attorney at Law
Practices in all courts

= 6GesPsifsmtat First nS National iona IL. Bank
Land Office at Lewiston, Idaho, Feb
Iruary 10, 1916.
Notice is hereby given that Frede-
rick w. Bicksel, of White Bird, Idaho,
who, on June "a, 1909, made home
stead entry, No. 025s9, for SEA NWA,
Section O. Township % N, Range l E.,
Boise Meridian, has filed notice of in
tention to make five year Proof, to es-
tablish claim to the land above des-
crihed, before G. j. Wright, u. s. Com
missioner, at White Bird, Idaho, on the
27th day of March, 1916
Claimant names as witnesses:
Fred r. Bedford, Rudolph Fl. Otto,
Charles Lyons, all of White Bird,
Idaho; Frank Il. Allen, Of Garfield,
idaho.
to.5 Henry Heitfeld, Register.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
MRS. REILLY ENTERTATNs

Mrs. Reilly gave a farewell dinner at
the Imperial hotel to Judge and Mrs
Il. q. Steele. Covers were laid for 10
including Messrs. and Mesdames Scales
Parker, Draney, Hodge, Wood, Kressley
Anderson, Wood, Stockton. The color
scheme for the table was pink and
green.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
TO COMPANY co.
Invitation by Members of Company
"En to Old Co. to Attend Inspection.

The members of Company "E" ex-
tend cordial invitation to the mem
bers of the old company "Co to be
present at the federal inspection of the
new company to be held Tuesday,
March 7. Lieutenant Max B. CARRIER,
u. S. A. will be present that evening.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02
CATHOLIC CHURCH SERVICE.

Each first Sunday of the month ser
vices at O'Clock a. m. and Sunday
school after mass. End, 3rd, 4th and
5th Sunday, service at 1890 a. m.
Sunday school at 9 O'Clock, holy COM
munion at O'Clock. During lent
which starts March the 8th every We'd
nesday evening services at 1880 p. m.
Rev. Father R. F. Zuur, pastor.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1916-03-02

M. L. Ayers will loan you money
three to ten years time at low rate.
office first door east of schmadeka
block. of'l