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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
LOOK AT CHILD'S
TONGUE If SICK
CROSS, FEVERISH
Hurry, Mother! Remove pOisOns
from little stomach,
liver, bowels.
Give california Syrup of Figs
at once if bilious
or cOnstipated.

Look at the tongue. motherl If
coated. it is a sure sign that your little
ones stomach, liver and bowels need a
gentle. thorough cleansing at once
When peevish. cross. listless. pale,
doesn't sleep, doesn't eat or act natu-
rally, or is feverish. stomach sour,
breath bad; has stomach-ache, sore
throat, diarrhoea, full of cold, give a
teaspoonful of California Syrup of
Figs" and in a few hours all the foul,
constipated waste. undiEested food and
sour bile gently moves out of its little
bowels without gripping, and you have
a well, playful child again.
You needn't coax sick children to
take this harmless fruit laxative; -
they love its delicious taste and it al
ways makes them feel splendid.
Ask your druggist for a 50-cent bot
tie of California Syrup of Figs"
which has directions for babies. chill
dren of all ages and for grown-ups
plainly on the bottle. Beware of coun-
terfeits sold here. To be sure you get
the genuine, ask to see that it is made
by California Fig Syrup Company
Refuse any other kind with contempt.
advertisement.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
ToPEKAN TAKES OIL LEASE.
c. f. GauIt Will Drill Well on Farm
Near Ottawa.

Ottawa, Kan, Jan. 31.-Charles E
Gault of Topeka has leased the north
west quarter of the northwest quar-
ter of section twenty-five, township
seventeen, from Ruth f. Eldridge, the
object being to drill oil wells.
The farm is located about eleven
miles southwest of Ottawa and it is
understood that this is the first ven
ture of the kind in that locality. The
terms of the lease are that the leaser
shall receive one-eighth of the profits
derived from the wells providing the
drilling is successful.
The first we'll will be drilled upon
the ten acres in the extreme north
east portion of the tract. In case oil
is not discovered it is stipulated that
Gault shall pay rent for the tract.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
PROBATE JUDGE DIVORCED.
Preacher-Husband of Woman Official
Obtained Permanent Separation.

Leoti. Kan, Jan. S1.-The regular
term day of the district court was to
have been opened at Leoti but the
regular judge was absent on account
of sickness. There were a number of
out of town attorneys and after a
conference it was decided to elect one
of their number as judge and pro-
coed with their cases. On a ballot
they selected Clement L. Wilson of
Tribune, Kan. The tnly sensational
case tried was that of Mosier vs. Mo-
sier, wherein the Rev. Mosier was ask
ing for divorce from his wife, Mrs.
Mosier, to whom he WIS married last
July. Mrs. Mosier was formerly Mrs.
Maggie Gilmore and is the present
probate judge of Wichita county, Kan
sas, having been elected to that office
in 1915. Mrs. Mosier did not appear
in court and divorce was granted the
Rev Mosier; Mrs. Mosfer given her
former name of Gilmore and the Rev.
Mosier directed to pay the costs.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
RESOLVES FOR PEACE
Kansas Peace and Equity League
Meets in Annual Convention.

Members of the Kansas Peace and
Equity league held their second an
nual meeting in the First Baptist
church Sunday afternoon and passed
resolutions in favor of peace and in
condemnation of President Wilson'S
preparedness program. Governor Can
per presided DR.. Frank Strong. chan
cellor of Kansas university: Mrs. w.
d. Atkinson of Parsons, the Rev.
Charles NJ. Sheldon and T. A McNeaI
of Topeka spoke in opposition to ma
tional defense policies. Resolutions
favoring peace were enthusiastically
adopted.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
Undermuslins. $1.95
Values to $3.50

If you are in search of something
real fine in underwear at a good round
saving, here it Is. Combination Suits,
Gowns, Envelope Chemise, Drawers
and Long Skirts to pick from. Every
garment beautifully trimmed with fine
laces and embroideries. Values to
$3.50, at@$1.95.
Extra Size muslin, long cloth, main
sock and cotton crepe Gowns at soc
to $3.50.
Extra Size Corset Covers and Draw
ers are shown at soc to SIPS.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
THREE BIG DAMAGE SUITS.

Jewell District Court Has Heavy Busi-
ness for March Term.
Jewell City, Kan, Jan. 31.-Three
damage suits are filed in Jewell coun-
ty district court for March term. Tu-
mis- Baldwin is sued for $4,000 over
alleged remarks against the Worn
acks at the time of Peterson barn
burning.
Ben Mullaeky sues H. A. Marker
and r. c. Postlethwaite for $17,S4O
over real estate transactions, and c.
r. Hewitt sues H. A. Marker for $685.
900 over real estate transactions.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31

Two Forces Back Of the Manual Move
ment;" Professor Frank Beach, the
director of the music school will con-
duct work in community music; Pro-
fessor Horace Cutter, who will lead
the discussion on rural schools; Miss
Anna Brogan, who will speak on
teaching civics in the rural schools:
and DR.. w. S. Monroe, who will give
an address on Standard Tests.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
NAME CONFERENCE DELEGATE.
Prominent Layman Will Represent
Jewell City at Concorlia Meeting.

Jewell City Kan, Jan. 31.-At the
annual business meeting the Metho-
dists elected H. A Marker lay dele
gate to annual conference at Concor-
dia in March. 1t is expected that he
will be one of the lay delegates to the
quadrennial conference at Boston, as
he has been the most useful layman
in Northwest Kansas conference, be-
ing the financial head of agency to
raise 100000 endowment fund for
the Kansas Wesleyan, which was done
and now is completing the endowment
effort of 100000 for the superannu-
ated preachers fund.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
FARM BUREAU IN SESSION.
COwley County Association Holds An
nual Meeting at Winfield.


Winfield, Kan, Jan. 31.-The Cow
ley county farm bureau held it's third
annual meeting here Friday. There
was a basket dinner, followed by a
business meeting and an address on
farm bureau activities by Edward c.
Johnson, dean division of extension of
the Kansas State Agricultural college.
F. M Giltner, R. B. Baird, Col. W.
Russell and other bureau members
also addressed the meeting. Vice
President Weir presided. The bureau
now has a membership of two hundred
and sixty farmers and eighty business
men from Winfield and Arkansas City.
1t elected officers as follows:
President ]. c. Dulaney, Winfield
| first vice president, w. R. Maurer;
Cambridge; second vice president, C.
NJ. H Markum, Winfield; treasurer,
e. A Willard, Burden. J. C. Holmes
is the county agent
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
A Sale of Longcloth
and Nainsook

You can buy it by the yard or by the
bolt and effect a saving either way.
SO in. fine Longcloth, 10c grade at,
yard-9c.
By the bolt of 10 yards-S5c.
Sc in. fine Longcloth. ~ Y C grade at
yard-11c.
By the bolt of 10 yards-ssc
SO in. fine LongcIoth 25c grade at.
yard-2Oc.
By the bolt of 10 yards-S1s5.
AZ in. fine Longcloth, 25c grade at,
yard-19c.
AZ in fine Longcloth. s5c grade at.
yard-2Sc.
As in fine Longcloth, acc grade at,
yard-S2c.
So in fine Nainsook. 15c grade at,
yard-1215c.
By the bolt of 10 yards-s115.
So in. fine Nainsook, 1sc grade at
yard-16c.
By the bolt of 10 yards-s145.
SO in. sheer mercerized Nainsook,
25c grade-20c
By the bolt of 10 yards-s1s5.
SO in. sheer mercerized Nainsook,
soc grade-26c.
By the bolt of 10 yards-s2.Ss.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
NORMAL HEAD ON PROGRAM.
Several EmpOria Teachers VIII Ad-
dress Southwest Association.

Emporia, Kan, Jan. 31-Members
of the faculty at the Kansas Normal
at Emporia who will deliver addresses
at the Southeastern Kansas Teachers
association to be held at Coffeyville on
February "a are President Thomas
w. Butcher, who will speak on HThe
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
NelDs of Vital importance Regarding
q
The New Embroideries

The woman who loves pretty things loves pretty
embroideries. She likes them on her frocks,
on her waists and her underwear. The time to
buy the pick of the newest effects in embroderies is
at hand now-this week-here at this store. We
don't remember of ever having shown prettier pat
terms better qualities And, to prices they will
surprise you on account Of their lowness.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
Our New Line

of Spring embroideries in
cludes: Wolfe, Organdy, Len
olette and Batiste Flouncings
and All-overs in blue, pink.
lavender, blended pastel
shades and black and white:
also pretty Filet and Point
Nenise flouncings at prices
varying from $500 to $500
the yard.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31

At 10c the Yard-We offer
excellent choice from a lot of
embroidered edges in widths
up to 10 inches, highly suit
able for underwear trim
mings.
At 19c the Yard-There are
real use values, in to 9-inch
wide edges in Swiss and Baby
Irish edge and Nainsook and
Convent edges.
At 29c the Yard-You can
choose from genuine sec
qualities in to 1S-inch wide,
embroidery edges and flounc-
ings. Swiss. Nainsook and
Convent edges.
At sec the Yard-Choose
from soc qualities in Is to 81
inch Swiss and Nainsook edg-
ings, suitable for children's
dresses and petticoats.
At sec the Yard-Beautifu1
27-inch F'louncings in sheer
Organdy, Swiss and Batiste,
worth regular 75c.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
Lace Spec ais

Normandy Walls, Filets and
Plat Walls in matched edges:
values to 15c a yard. 1Oc.
Barmen Torchons, match
ed edges in 21z to 4-inch
widths, at yard, SC.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
Boys Blouses at SOC

Made of Ginghams. Chambrays and
Madras Cloth in plain colors and as
sorted stripes. Sizes to 16 years,
fashioned with long sleeves and de-
tachable collar.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
Undermuslins, $I.38
Values to $1.75

Gowns in many different styles,
Drawers, Envelope Chemise. Combin
alton Suits, Long Skirts with trim
mings of the higher grades, some be-
ing hand embroidered. Values worth
to $1.75, at-S1.SS.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31

At 69c the Yard-Regular
800 Baby Flouncings, IT
inch widths in hemstitched
and scalloped edges.
At sec the Yard-New,
neat, snowy designs in Wolfe,
Swiss and Organdy Dress
Flouncings, worth 1925.
At SIPS the Yard-$1.75,
45-inch Wolfe, Batiste and Or
CANDY F1ouncing in beautiful
patterns.
Our Embroidery Line was
never SO complete in it's
showing of matched sets,
seam headings. ribbon bead
ings and bands at SC to Use
the yard.
Baby Sets in Swiss and
Nainsook, including inser-
tons. edges, Jokes. all-overs
and flouncings to match at a
full range of prices.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
Undermuslins at 89c
Values to SIPS

Corset Covers, Drawers, Gowns,
Long Skirts. Combination Suits and
Envelope Chemise-in all the latest
and newest styles with dainty and at
tractfve trainings of lace and en-
broidery. Garments worth up to $1.25
each at-S9c.
We also show lot of very fine gar
ments made of nainsook,. longcloth
cotton crepes and silk crepes at
prices running from $3.50 to $1,000.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31
1926 Each

White and flesh color Silk Crepe de
Chine Gowns with lace and hand en-
broidered- 1896 to $40.
Kayser Silk and Silk Crepe de Chine
Envelope Chemise in white and flesh
tint-$2.5O to $5.95.
Silk Camisoles with and without the
cap sleeve in crepe de chine with lace
yoke effect; also some in liberty silks
and others of white and flesh color Kay
ser silks, lace and hand embroidery trim
med. Very excellent values at-$1.25
to $500.
Silk Bloomers-Kayser silk and crepe
de chine qualities in white and flesh
$3.50 to $500.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31

Here are garments of a real super
ior class at the price. Gowns, Corset
Covers, Drawers, Combination Suits,
Long Skirts and Envelope Chemise, all
trimmed in laces and embroideries,
some elaborate and some in the plain
er effects. Values to $3.50 at, choice
for-$1.19.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31

At the business meeting of the club,
DR.. ]. w. Graybill of Newton was
elected president without opposition
e. T. Thompson of Smith Center was
chosen secretary over Ralph w
Souires of Topeka by a vote of 2SS to
2S6. It was the hottest fight ever
staged by the club
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1916-01-31

Women's Silk Crepe de Chine Gowns
in plain white and flesh tint; slip-over
styles, neatly trimmed with lace inser-
ton and edge. A real 1895 value for
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-12
CONOVER SAYS RAIDERS WERE
FIVE MEXICANS AND TWO JAPS

Laredo Texas, June 12-GeOrge Con-
over. an American cowboy, captured
by Mexican bandits yesterday when he
and Arthur Meyers trailed these ma
RAIDERS. who raided the T. A Coleman
ranch at san Samuel arrived in Ia
redo late last night after 80 mile
trip on foot after his escape from the
MeXicans-
He said the band which sought to
rustic so head Of horses across the
border was composed Of five Mexicans
and two Japanese The Japanese, he
said. were later captured by de facto
government troops. he and Meyers
attempted 10 follow the Mexicans max
ing away with the horses and cause
the animals TO stampede. but they were
captured COnOver said he was treated
well by the MeXicans, but the two Japa-
nese wanted to hang him.
The bandits left him and Meyers at
a secluded place and told the Ameri-
cans TO await their return. The Amer
leans then took flight. hiding in the
brush when the Mexicans came back TO
look for them Hhe searchers passed
within Is yards OF the refugees
a number Of armed citizens and state
rangers were dispatched TO Webb. Tex,
north Of here early today on a report
that railroad bridges were being
burned. The report was found to be
ErOundless
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-12

that the Mexicans. evidently thinking
they were about 70 be overtake had
abandoned the so horses they had
seized on the ranch The horses were
where the bandits had left them when
found on the American side OF the river
fleeing across the river.
The bandits, or whoever they were,
said Gen. Manu. evidently got cold
feet fearing the presence OF American
troops and abandoned the horses be-
fore they could rush them across the
Americans Seized. Released.
Besides their foray on the T. A. Cole
man ranch. the bandits also visited the
Johnson and Coleman ranches in the
same vicinity, but their plan to steal
horses there was frustrated when the
cowboys stampeded the animals Two
Americans, George COnOver and Arthur
Myers. were captured by the Mexicans
and held prisoners a short while They
were released without being maltreated-
It was reported that Luis de Ia Rosa,
fomenter OF various disturbances, was
with the raiders, but this has not been
confirmed.
Americans seek safety.
Many Americans living in the district
bordering the Rio Grande are arriving
here with the intention Of remaining
until rumOrs Of new danger from bandit
raids had been Quoted. The women
and children from a number OF out
lying ranches have been sent here as
a measure Of precautiOn-
Mexieans Fire on Americans.
George r. Alexander, foreman OF the
T. A Coleman ranch. with three men
left the ranch at daybreak Sunday, tax
ing the horses to a pasture at Webb,
Texas. When u miles from the Rio
Grande, they were attacked from the
rear by Mexicans who had evidently
been following them The Mexican rifle
fire was too much for the ranchers and
they were compelled TO take to the
brush. abandoning the horses, which
the bandits made off with
Alexander hurriedly rode to Minera
and reported the incident to officers
here by telephone Arrangements for
the pursuit were Immediately begun
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-12
Holds SeUen Year Old
Girl For So Board Bill

In lieu OF security for a board bill.
Alice, the year old daughter of Y. L.
McQuerry. it is reported, is being held
at the home of Mrs. Zulu Houston, 7O2
Montana street Mrs. Houston, accord
ing to a statement made to a mounted
police officer Sunday morning, declared
that she would hold the girl until her
father had paid a board bill Of IS
The bill was originally SIS, according
to Mrs. Houston.
In reply to an inquiry Monday Mrs
Houston said: Mr.. McQuerry came
with police officer 10 my residence
10 get the girl He owed SIS for her
board, and did not pay il, although the
oIIicer recommended to him that he
should make an effort to raise the
money. / am charging only 81 per
week for the childs board Her mother
has been dead for several years"
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-12
.ANTI-A AMERICAN
CALLS SENT OUT
Literature Attacking Amer
leans Now Circulating at
Casas Grandes.
BY GEO. H. CLEMENTS.

Temporary Headquarters, Punitive
Expedition. Z. s. Army. near Colonia
Dublan, Mex, June -. via Radio TO
Columbus y. NJ. June I2.-Incendiary
calls for mass meetings and of ribald
verse which were largely responsible
for recent anti-American outbreaks in
the cities of chihuahua, Durango and
other place in central Mexico have
made their appearance at Nueva Casas
Grandes and other nearby towns, the
circulators probably having in mind
the creation Of anti-American feeling
in this portion Of the state OF Chi
huahua-
Thus far the matter has had no ef-
feet, except the creation OF amusement
that such stuff should result in arous-
ing the MeXicans TO a pitch Of frenzy
a described in the dispatches which
told Of the action Of the chihuahua
and Durango mObs-
The verses are particularly afro
cious from almost every point Of view
and if taken seriously OF looked upon
as representative Of the feelings Of
the people as a whole are calculated
TO make Americans very angry Ma
tives in this section and several resi-
dents Of the City OF Chihuahua who
have come into camp during the past
day or two deny that either calls 70
fthe people to prepare for arms which
appears TO be inevitable, or the verses
are sanctioned by any appreciate
number of Mexicans and by none OF
these who have the best interests Of
the country at heart.
There is not the slightest evidence
that the circulation Of the stuff IS
having any effect here. The natives
are earning more money than they
ever earned in their lives before.
building roads and handling freight in
the quartermaster's department and
many have called on their friends TO
pay no attention TO the frenzied calls
issued by irresponsible persons in the
state capital
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-12

command Gen Jacinto Trevino has SUBJ
lect 10 his call in the state of Chihua-
hua alone $4,000 men, all veterans of
me various revolutions of the last sew
eral years.
Bandit Pursuit Continues.
Despite the somewhat critical situa-
tloh mere the campaign against the
bandits is being pursued actively. Gen.
Ashaclo Ramos reported today he was
pursuing them along the upper Rio
tlorloe. while a column under Gen.
domingo Arrieta, now on its way north
rom Durango, has been ordered TO stop
Al Jlrnenez II necessary to assist in the
annihilation Of the band. It is claimed
VIVA himself was in command OF the
outlaws, but this is not generally
credited here.
Gen, Nafarette telegraphed from
Iamplco that the Tuxpam cavalry had
encountered command under the ban
olt leaders Chao and Marquee and ut
them TO flight after heavy losses.
FROM southern Chihuahua Col. Zua-
qua reported that he had engaged the
martin Lopez band at Lannas, cap
turing two prisoners. whom he exc
cuted later.
Villa Ammunition Found.
Reports of the discovery in several
caves IN northern Durango OF caches
OF Nillista ammunition. about 25,-
100000 rounds Of Villista rifle am
muniuon reached Gen. Trevino today.
3de said ne was arranging for its
transportation to a safe place.
Ten Rioters Held.
Ten men are being held here for
the Chihuahua Foreign club, while
Cen Trevino is arranging with the
civil authorities to compensate the
club Tor the damage done.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-12
THROW AMERICANS OUT CRIES
ANGRY MOB IN CHIHUAHUA CITY
Mass Meeting Demands Immediate Withdrawal of Amer
lean Troops From Mexico; Gen. Jacinto Trevino Ad
dresses the Crowd and Thanks the People for
Their Display of Patriotism.

~HIHUAHUA CITY, Mexico. June IL
Via Mexican telegram to Juarez,
~ June 12.)-Bitter feeling toward
Americans was expressed by crowds
thronging the streets here today IN re
Spouse TO a call for mass meeting TO
protest against United States troops
o remaining in Mexico. However. the
throng was orderly and it seemed that
threatened riots would not develop
Gen. Trevino Thinks Mob.
The demonstration began with pa
rade through the principal thorough-
fares OF the CITY. Gen Jacinto Trevino,
cOmmandant, addressed the cltizens
from the balcony Of the military Guar
lei, thanking them for their patriotIc
display. For more than 80 minutes the
crowd accorded him an ovation, during
which cries to throw out the Amerl-
cans" were frequent
Urge Nation To Acf.
At the mass meeting the various
speakers urged the nation to emulate
the noble Chapultepec cadets. the van
guard OF the republic, who in 1913 op-
posed the advance Of the invader with
Demonstration at Parras.
Reports received at military head
quarters today from Gen Jose T. Santos
at Parras, told Of a recent public mass
meeting IN which 5000 citizens protest
60 esa--lA TIT -A--ASA -Nt--A AiS--s- Az
can affairs
Repudiafes Gavira Agreement.
Official repudia ton Of any agree
ment made between generals GaVlra
and Pershing at their recent Casas
Grandes conference was announced at
military headquarters here today. 1t
was pointed out that Gen Givira eX-
ceeded his authority in treating on
military subjects with the American
eXpeditOnary commander.
Claim TrevfnO Has $4,000 Men.
No other explanation was offered. but
the announcement. coupled with the
strong anti-American sentiment here,
caused some little excitement High
officials Of the government began to
estimate available Mexican forces in
the event OF armed hOstlities. II was
said that in addition TO his present
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-06-12
LESTER AND SON
DRIVE Up COAST.
Ell Pasoans Making Tour
From San Francisco to
Seattle at Present.

C H. Lester and son. Roy. who re-
Gently made a record breaking automo-
bile drive over the Borderland route
from FL Paso TO san Diego in four days
and two hours. At a total expense Of
s42. are now driving from san Fran
cisco to Portland and Seattle. a let
ter from Mr.. Lester. under date OF
Oakland, Cal. last Friday, says:
I'VE are getting along fine. that is,
when we don't stop to visit or for
sightseeing purposes. Had a fine run
up here. but the so miles OF so-called
Ridge road or the TETON Pass. sure
calls for careful driving.
Notwithstanding this piece OF road
We made very good time. leaving Long
Beach Tuesday morning and arriving
here at p. m Wednesday
-Tmorrow morning we leave on the
run north TO Portland. Ore. I do not
know how long it viii take. but sup
pose about four DAYS When we have
a little spare time / will use il in de-
scribing the trip north.
I think now I viii drive about 100
miles of the Columbia River highway
as I have not seen IL for several wears
and. after reaching Seattle, win drive
on VI and look over our Canadian
cousins and their city OF Vancouver
Roy and ] are feeling fine and the
car appears fully prepared