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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-08-15

NO, Minerva, young women are not
barred from contributing to this col
umn. Let US have a few samples Of
your work. The fact that your jokes
make you laugh should not be taken
as proof that they will draw smiles
from readers when they have been put
into cold type. And type is cold both
winter and summer, believe us. How
ever, don't hesitate if you are ambi
tious to shed sunshine over the uni
verse. You might as well start here
as anywhere. No, we will not use your
name, if it is your wish that we do
not But when we don't identify con-
tributions we get credit for writing
them. Thus you can see what an easy
existence we lead.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-08-15

CHAIRMAN Wilcox of the repub-
lican national committee has been
working his lead pencil. AS a result
he has it figured that Hughes already
has lined up enough votes to elect him
to the presidency. We fear that the
chairman may have permitted the point
of the pencil to lacerate his wrist.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-08-15

WE'VE Just had called to our atten-
ton the presence of Frank o. LOwden,
candidate for the republican nominal
ton for governor, in our beautiful city
today. He is to speak this evening.
You'll wonder why we didn't say where
he is to speak. All, but that's bust
ness. That would be rObbing the adj
vertising department of an opportunity
to separate the candidate from bum
die of kOpecs. Well, it's up to US to
say something funny about LOWdeH.
We must make the democrats and re-
pubIicans alike laugh. You see we
are neutral in politics, except when we
feel otherwise. Now for the funny
business. This is going to be good:
We have with us today Mr.. LOwden,
who wants to be nominated for gov
ern0r. He is known as the man with
the pull-the Pullman, as it were.
Pretty good, eh
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-08-15

IF you think that women are the
only bargain hunters you might drop
into a few of the clothing stores and
try to buy a mans straw hat, the
prices on which were reduced last
week
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-08-15

HEALTH Commissioner Robertson
of Chicago advises bathers to wear
cotton in their ears. Doubtless he has
"a protection for the eyes 10 suggest.
hut what's the use in wasting space
telling what il isl
n NJ q
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-08-15

THE First Illinois cavalry is publish
ing a newspaper. II the boys keep at
il long enough they will discover that
there are other businesses beside war
which are hell.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18

Born to Mr.. and Mrs, Shelby
S. Matthews on the llth inst, a 10
pound boy.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
NUMBER 81

ments for each ward on the streets Of
that ward In otherwords, it will be
my intention TO provide by ordinance
that all Of the street money shall not
be expended around the public square
and the streets leading out toward
Bergman, Jasper and Bellefonte.
The mayor of the city being the ex-
ecutive officer, it is his duty to assist
in suppressing crime, and | will use
my best efforts to punish all violations
of the city ordinances, and it will be
my pleasure to do everything in my
power to reduce such violations to "A
minimum.
Hoping to receive your hearty sup
port and assuring you that if elected
| will spare no efforts in trying to
make you a good and efficient officer,
| am Yours respectfully,
BEN ROWLAND
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
APOLLO CLUB

Mrs. j. Olive Michel proved her.
self a very charming hostess when she
entertained the Apollo club last Tues
day afternoon. in spite of baC
weather the meeting was an interest
ing one. Three new members, Misses
Margie Redus and Mae Zeigler anc
Mrs. Berry Holt were welcomed into
the club. Plans were made to give
"an evening with the victrola," or
April 4th, the records to be obtained
from the Extension Bureau of the
State University. This vii be given
at the NJ. f. Church South and the
public will be welcome. The club
also announced their willingness tc
ioin in the Civic Club work for a
more beautiful Harrison to the limit
of their ability. The subject for the
afternoon program was Sacred
Music" and roll call was answered by
naming Or singing favorite hymns
A paper on Church music" by Mrs
D. J. Williams, read by Mrs. Richard
Crowdus was very interesting, Mrs
J. f. Andrews sung a very beautiful
sacred song "The Lord is my Light,
by John Morsh, Miss Maude Will
iams accompanying,
Little Miss Joice Michel delighted
the members and visitors with two
numbers on the Cello; Miss Eunic,
Michel played her accompaniments
Mrs. Earnest Matthews read Louise
Fletcher's Land Of Beginning Again
which was much appreciated.
At the close of the afternoon Mrs
Michel assisted by Miss Michel
served dainty luncheon to the mem
bers and Mrs. G. f. Stone, Mrs. Ware
Davis and Misses Eunice and Joyc,
Michel. The next meeting will be al
Irish Day and will be at the home o
Mrs. J. f. Andrews. Each membe
will share both in the program anc
hospitality and will be privileged t.
bring a guest.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
Christian for Mayor.

To the Voters of Harrison, Ark.
In presenting my claims for the
highest office in your gift, | wish to
say first; that am not the man that
tried to sell the citya light plant worth
only $4,000 for 100000. | did not
try to borrow $4,000 at 6 per
cent interest to take up the city scrip,
which was drawing no interest and
was worth only 30 to Is cents on the
dollar, and in the hands of a few
spectators. | am not the man be-
hind the Sl30,000 bond issue for
water works. am not the man that
secured the option on the barn-yard
well at 81 800 when the owner would
have taken $500 for same. But | am
the man that stopped the $4,000 6
per cent bond issue with which to
redeem the spectators scrip, | am
also the man that caused to be placed
in the city treasury, through my own
individual efforts, about $1,000 for
street work. This amount has accu-
muated during the last ) years and
will continue to accumulate at the
same rate indefinitely. Now | wish
to say that if Ben Rowland can show
by the records that Geo. ONeal, w.
J. Myers, c. E. Scott and DR.. John
son, the men who placed his name on
the ticket, or he himself have done as
much for the city of Harrison, | will
quit the race | also make the same
proposition to Bob Fellows and his
four best hackers. Be sure and read
one of my circular letters, which will
be out in few days, it contains my
platform and plans on city water
works in particular before casting
your vote on April 4, 1919
G. l.. CHRISTIAN.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
I. d. {.

Miss Maude Watkins proved a most
delightful hostess to the Fanny Scott
Chapter L. d, c. on Tuesday Feb,
18th, 1916. An interesting business
session was held in which it was de-
decided to ask the voters of the
county for subscription to the mon
ument fund.
Mrs. Scott as leader of the Historical
lesson, gave an interesting lecture,
The following program was then
given. Vocal Solo, Mrs. James l..
Reed; Reading, Mrs. Lovett; Vocal
Solo, Mrs. Ralph Watkins.
Delicious refreshments were served
and pleasant social hour was enjoy
ed by several members; and these
guests; Mrs. Cleve Coffman, Mrs.
Will CoHman, Mrs. Towers, Mrs.
Frank Kirby, Mrs. Lee Coffman, and
Miss Willard Worthington.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
A Adjustment Of Electric Light Rates Agreed
10 by the Light Company.

The City Council and officers of
the Gas and Electric Co., held a ses-
sion Thursday night to adjust rate
differences.
Figures, costs and statements rela-
tive to plant operation, and invest
ment were submitted to council, being
all sworn statements, and also rate
cards of ten different cities in Ark, of
HarriSon'S size or larger.
The meeting was strictly a business
session and all details were inveStigat-
ed to the best of the ability of the
cities representatives.
After the matterhad been ly gone
over the council passed a rate ordi-
nance that in their opinion was fair to
both City and Light Co., the figures
being:
l5cts per XIV for first l5 kws.
l2cts per XIV for next 10 kws,
l0ctS per XIV for neXt25 kwS.
Gets per XIV for next 100 kws.
Sets per XIV for all excess.
The company accepted the rates
and stated that they would at once
install a large Corliss engine and adj
ditional dynamo.
A petition from Civic Improvement
club, to pass an ordinance restraining
the chickens, was read but no action
was taken, this will be left to the new
council for action.
Council adjourned to regular meet
ing, on April third.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
WORST ROAD OF THE SECTION
Investigation OF Harrison and ponca City
Road BY Commercial Club.

Early Monday morning the Com
mercial Club committee consisting of
Messrs. c. NJ. Cooke, J. R. Newman,
w. o. Galbreath, Lewis keck and A.
l.. Emery started on their mission of
investigation of the Ponca road, the
route travelled by large portion of
the ore being shipped just now from
Harrison.
They were pleased to find the people
all along the route deeply interested
in the good road movement.
A meeting of the Ponca citizens
was held at the Whitley Hotel Mon
day night at which a strong Good
Road Club was organized with Isaac
Killgore as President, J c. Lewis,
pIS Secretary, Victor Primrose, treasurer
and 7. A. Chain as club supervisor
of the work.
Mine operators, millmen, merchants
teamsters and all present including
the ladies, were enrolled and a sub
stantial road fund was started,
amounting to $50 in money and "A
days in work per month, or its equiv
alent in cash. 1t was said this would
be increased by one hundred percent.
A full discussion of the proposition
was had and the Ponca people were
assured that Harrison would gladly
respond to their call for aidin a move
!! ment of such importance to all.
~ Some parts of the 80 miles of road
are in fair condition but other portions,
especially for five miles out of Ponca,
and the south side of Gather noun
tain are in fearful condition.
a The proposition is formidable, but
4he spirit of cooperation manifested
and the determined earneStneSS of all
interested parties, together with the
importance of transporting the big
output of the mines are bound to
accomplish the desired results.
Strong organizations have been
made at Grub Springs, Mountain
tain View, Hill Top and Compton.
These with Ponca and Harrison all
pulling and pushing together must
win out.
The Ponca club proposes a Good
Roads Day, as soon as possible on
which there should be turn out all
along the line with road tools and
teams to further the scheme.
The various clubs should confer on
this and carry it out Harrison
should furnish a big contingent force
for this, and will.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
Clean Up'' Week.

In accordance with the desire OF our
Civic League, and for the sanitary
and health conditions of our city,
every citizen is hereby requested and
urged to clean up his premises and
alleys; April 5th 9th 9TH and Sth
are hereby set aside as special clean
up days. The city authorities will
provide wagons to remove all rubbish
on the days named.
r. NJ. FELLOWS
Mayor.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
CITY ELECTION.
Two Full Tickets and Some Over for
the Coming Contest.

From all appearances the coming
Town Election will arouse unusual in
terest and will be fought out largely
around the question of the municipal
water system.
The old council will stand for re-
election as an endorsement of the pro-
posed water system and bond issue
now in the hands of the commission.
They are R. NJ. Fellows, Mayor,
C.. l.. Glines and j. B. Parker alder
men first ward; c. w. Capps and
John P. Davis, second ward; W. H.
Lewis and B. n. Richie third ward.
Those opposed to the present plan
for water system have full ticket in
the field as follows: Ben Rowland,
mayor; Harry Johnson, recorder; Jas.
Cowdrey and Will Henry, first ward;
G.. L. Jones and Hugh Eagle, second
ward; W. Z. Ruble and c. c. Parker,
third ward.
O.. l.. Christian is also announced
for mayor and declares himself OPP
posed to the councils plan in this
matter.
Bert Taylor, present Marshall, and
Garrett Parker, present night watch
man, are candidates for marshall but
do not seem to want this issue to in
fluence in their race.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
G. l.. CHRISTIAN.

One hundred and six children at
tended the Story Hour at the Carne-
gle Library Friday afternoon. Miss
Mary Newman of Harrison, and Miss
es Inez Kelley and Dorothy Brush
told the stories.
In a most delightful manner Miss
Newman told the fairy tales of "Why
the Sea is Salt" "Why the Morning
Glory Climbs, "The Hero of Haralen"
"Philomela" and "Tarpia. The
children's eager attention was aSproof
that Miss Newman has great ability
in entertaining children. Eureka
Times Echo.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
Pie S0ciable

The Young people of the Baptist
Church with a number Of invited
guests met on Saturday evening last
at the home of Rev, Robinson where
they passed one of the most enjoyable
evenings Of the season; many games
were played and lovely music render
ed by Miss Gertrude Keck, and much
singing everyone participating. Each
girl brought with her pie which was
numbered, placing matching numbers
in box which was drawn by the boys
proved very interesting as each took
his pie and began searching for his
cook.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18
Rowland Announces for MayOr

To the Voters of the city of Harrison:
In announcing myself as candidate
for the Office of Mayor, do so with
the full realization of the fact that
at this time the office is of much more
importance than it has been in the
past. With the increase inpopulation
in recent years, the needs for certain
municipal Improvements become
greater. desire TO say at the outset
that am in favor of any improve
mentS that will be for the betterment
of the city, at the least possible cost
to the taxpayers. Our city taxes now
are large, as compared with those of
cities of equal size similarly situated,
and am not in favor Of placing upon
the taxpayers of our city any greater
burden than is absolutely necessary.
| am in favor of an adequate water
works system, as ! believe every citi-
zen of Harrison should be, but | be-
lieve the system that has been planned
for the city can be built for a great
deal less money than is now proposed,
and with muchleSS expense to the tax
payers. Under the present system,
property is assessed at twenty-five
per cent of its value, that value being
placed in many instances not by the
assessor of the county, but by a board
of assessment selected by the city au-
thorities, and it is reasonable to sup
pose that that rate of taxation will
not be any leSSin future. This means
that the property owners of the city
will have to give up one-fourth of their
property for the privilege of having
water mains placed along the streets
for the benefit of the other three
fourths. This is not all the expense
to anyone who desires the actual use
of the water in his home You must
pay for the piping into your house,
and the plumbing in the house, and in
addition to this must pay the monthly
water rent, which by the way has so
far not been fixed by ordinance. When
you have gone to this expense you can
have the benefit of the water in your
house, and not before: and without
going to this extra expense the only
benefit that the taxpayer obtains for
his expenditure ofone-tourth the value
of his property is a possible protection
against fire.
| understand bonds have been con-
tracted for to the extent of sixty-fve
thousand dollars. In paying this
amount, at the end of twenty years
you will have paid sixty-fve thousand
dollars more In other words you pay the
sixty-fve thousand dollars as princi-
pal, and you pay an additional sixty
five thousand dollars as interest. And
this is an addition to the cost of in
stalling in each residence and office
building, and naddition to the month
ly water rent. Anyone can see that
this burden is greater than should be
placed upon the citizens of this town.
If elected, shall use my utmost
efforts to remedy the system of work
ing our streets. | shall have introduce
ed and use my influence to pass an
ordinance creatinga reetcommission
composed of one member from each
ward, and providing forexpending the
money received for street improve
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18

Remember the dates Of the Home
Economics School Oath and 18th OF
March. The place of meeting will be
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18

- In the Basket Ball games last Sat
urday between the High School teams
of Harrison and Eureka Springs the
Harrison boys won by score Of Sc
to 10, and the Eureka girls by Is to
a..
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18

Lewis Rhoten 'fihe man who
broke up boodling in the Arkansas
legislature" candidate for Attorney
General, addressed a large crowd
at the Court House last night,
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18

The Central S. |. A, will observe
April the first as Clean up Day" for
the school
The 20th Century Cmbmet in regu.
lar session with Mrs. McReynolds and
Mrs. Riley Cecil at the home of the
latter. The decorations were pink
and white sweet peas.
During the business session, Mr..
Harvey Lewis representing the council
appeared before the club asking CO.
operation with the council in caring
for cemetery. The question was tabled
until next meeting, for further con-
sideration. The program was as follows;
Roll call, Irish wit, Papers, Civil
Government, Mrs. Frank Kirby; the
House Fly, Mrs. b. B. Bruce.
Piano solo, Mrs. H. NJ. Rose,
Vocal solo, Miss Tirgie Walters.
The hOSteSses served delicious lun-
cheon to large number of members.
The Harrison times., 1916-03-18

in the Court House, all theladies from
the country free. The ladies in town
will be charged the small sum Of ten
cents, which will be used for necessary
expenses. The balance to go to the
science classes.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-07-24
American Express
Aiding Red Cross

Special instructions received from
the executive offices at New York
by local agent, w. S. Warner, indi-
cate that the American Express COM
pany, together with connecting ex-
press companies, has thrown open its
entire organization to the aid of the
American Red Cross in getting mill
tary relief supplies to the Mexican
border. ..... ..
As the various chapters of the Red
Cross organization collect and receive
supplies, they will forward them to
their concentrating depots, which
have been established at the railroad
centers: New York City. Cincinnati,
Chicago, Kansas City, Denver and
San Francisco There the supplies
will be assorted. There the supplies
packed, if necessary, for further ship
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-07-24
AUTOS CUT IN ON
REAL ESTATE MEN
Many Families Who Can Only
Afford One Buy Motor Gar
Instead Of a Home.
BUSINESS GOOD, THOUGH

IF it were not for the automobiles
] could do twice as much real estate
business" said an Omaha real estate
man a few days ago. ut is remark
able how the automobile business has
cut in on this real estate business. 1t
stands to reason that when a man
spends his only $1,000 for an automo.
bile, he does not spend it for home
or lot. And anyone knows that
there are thousands Of families who
cannot afford both car and a
home"
The same real estate man gave a
glaring example Of the point he was
making. He took prospective buyer
to see a number Of modest homes.
Finally the prospect found one that
just suited him. The price was right.
too, and the prospect remarked that
he had at last found just what he
wanted. He brought his wife out and
pointed out the fine points Of the
house and its desirability as a modest
(. little home.
Yes, know John" she said. But
III aur pIol no6 isqWsmsI no6 usq,
could have either home or car. and
/ want the car"
That settled it. The real estate
mans crest fell, and he lost the sale
Also the prospective buyer dropped
his feathers and slipped back home
to write a check for touring car.
xii. I-.e vAi
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-07-24

fill the position Of assistant custodian and
head janitor a position left vacant by the
death Of Boone Kelly a few weeks ago
Speaks ut Letter Methodist Church,, ],
Copenharve, president of the Trades Unionist
the pulpit at Letter Methodist church at
Albright Sunday to speak on the liquor CUES
ton.
Workingman Injured by Fall-James
Dickerson, a carpenter. fell from a second
story window at one of the lower Douglas
street lodging houses and fractured his coll
larbone. He was taken to the st. Joseph's
hospital
Fasteners to Stop Here-A party of 100
eastern tourists, travelling on a special train
will pass through Omaha Sunday enroute
to Yellowstone National parq. They will
be hero thirty minutes during the after
noon,
Goes to Estes Park. r. Lines, assistant
secretary of the Young Mems Christian as
ISOLATION, has gone TO Estes Park, Colo,
where he will spend his vacation with n
physical culture class in the association
summer school there.
Swipe Wntermelons-Levi Goodshaw and
B, Batsy evidently believe in paying good
prices for their refreshments, as each was
taxed IS and costs In police court for taking
two watermelons from a railroad car at
Ninth and jackson streets.
Municipal Band Concerts--Municipai band
concerts will be given Sunday afternoon at
Hanscom and Elmwood parks. 1t will be
the first concert to be hold In Elmwood.
The music will start at 1850 p. m. Inter
esting programs have been arranged for
both concerts.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-07-24

sistence that she seized him by the
neckscarf land leaping up, caught him
by the hair and dragging his head
down, slapped his face.
Choey was believer in the equal
ity of women, and he made ready to
return blow for blow. Royce made a
wild rush and blocked the attack. He
drew Gloria's arm through his and
started out.
The crowd stopped dancing and
watched Choey was not in the habit
of surrendering. He let out yell and
seized Gloria's other arm. Royce
broke his grip by jiu jitsu and flung
him off. He fell against table, up
setting the occupants, who rose and
struck at him, then at one another.
Choey lcaped at Royce. The zest of
battle filled the air. Royce put Gloria
back of him and met Choey half way
Royce was a college boxer and
Choey had schooling in the East
Side rings. 1t was pretty exhibition
OF two schools OF science. The spec
tators were of divided opinions and
began to take sides.
Men and women quarreled and
smote. The whole place fell into up
roar. Royce was attacked on, all sides.
He seized chair and cleared space
for Gloria. 1t was wrenched from him
Bottles were thrown. Royce went to
his knees and rose with cash on his
mead. .......
Gloria did her best to protect him
till he got up, but she was a novice
in such scenes. Through a terrific
melee Royce slowly fought back
ward to the door. Even the musi-
clans entered the fight. Gideon
Trask, never dreaming that he was
the cause of it all, watched the bat.
tie from the barroom door, through
which the aproned barkeepers en-
tered the fray.
Choey's neglected lady friend be-
gan to fear for him. She forgave
him the slight he had put on her,
and when she saw him slip on the
wet floor and go soldering under
the feet Of the trampling herd she
was alarmed for his manly beauty.
She dashed from the woman's en-
trance and down the street to where
two policemen stood. She ran up to
them, yelling:
Say, dere's a swell guy in dere,
moiderin' de whole bunch"
The policemen ran with her, rap
ping the pavement. One of them
stopped to telephone the station for
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-07-24

Oh automobiles. The jewelry men are
complaining the same way. Both the
jewely wholesalers and the retailers
are noticing this, and i is being felt
out in the state, as we'll as in Omaha
and the larger cities. jewelers. point
out that both automobiles and jewelry
are luxuries and that many women
are sacrificing diamonds for the sake
OF autos. !.
Nevertheless, the times are so good
in Nebraska that there is business
enough for the auto man, the jeweler
and the real estate man.
This is evident from the, fact that
in spite of the hot summer weather,
which brings the summer lull IN the
real estate business. some good resi-
dence property is being sold, some
good sized business blocks are still
changing hands, and newly plated
tracts OF city lots are going passably
we'll, considering the time Of year.