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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
ATTY. ]. v. CLARK
DIES IN Washington
PROMINENT ATTORNEY sue
CUMBS TO OPERATiON-NA-
TIVE OF DELAWARE co.
IS MOURNED BY MANY RELATIVES
Funeral Services Held At O. G.
Clark Home Tuesday Afternoon.
lnterment In Oakland.

Attorney John Wharton Clark, broth
er of o. c. Clark of this city, died in
Garfield hospital, Washington, d. c.,
on Thursday, October 18th, 1916, fol,
lowing an operation for intestinal ul-
GERS. The body was brought to Man
chester by his brother, 0. c. Clark
and sister, Mrs. Cora Quitmyer, OF
this city, who were with him at the
time of his death. Funeral strvices
were held at the Clark home Tuesday
afternoon, and were conducted by
Rev. c. X. Hudson, pastor OF the
Methodist Episcopal church. Interment
was made in Oakland cemetery.
Mr.. Clark was born in Richland
township, Delaware county, Ia, June
goth, 1858. His bobyhood days were
spent on the home farm near Forrest
vile. AS boy he attended the pub
lie schools of his home township, and
later attended Iowa college at Grin
nell. For time he was successful
teacher in the schools Of the county,
and later took up the study Of law
at Ann Arbor, Michigan. After com
pleting his law course, he engaged in
the practice of his profession in Chi
cago, for a time being associated
with the late Loring Loomis. About
twenty-seven years ago Mr. clark
went to Washington, to engage in the
practice of law. With the exception
of the last few years he was actively
engaged as practitioner in the court
of claims. He owned large farming
interests near Washington, and dur
ing the last two or three years he
spent much of his time in looking at
ter these
Mr. Clarke is survived by three
brothers and seven sisters, viz: .. Z.
and Thomas j. Clark, OF this city;
Fred Clark, of Fortine, Montana; Mrs.
George Lakelin, of LAMONT; Mrs. Car
rie Howard, of Troy, Idaho; Mrs.
Frank Lawrence, of Dundee; Mrs
Cora Quitmyer, of Manchester; Miss
Anna Clark of Elkins, New Mexico;
Miss Florence 3. Clark, OF Boaz, New
Mexico, and Mrs. c. II. Colby, of Des
Moines, Iowa.
Deceased was a man of generous
impulses, and gave in generous meas
ure of his means to alleviate suffer
ing and distress among the poor. In
his death an able lawyer, a true
friend to many in need, and a devoted
brother is summoned, just at time
when he was about to enjoy the por'
tion Of this worlds goods which fe
had accumulated by hard Wcrk end
judicious management.
The surviving relatives have the
s;ncera sympathy in the death OF their
brother.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
A SUCCESSFUL INSTITUTE.

One of the most successful teach
ers' Institutes ever held in Delaware
county was held here last Thursday
and Friday. OF the 1872 teachers en-
ployed in the city and rural schools
of the county only six failed to at
tend. Three of the teachers not in
attendance were in quarantine, and
the other three teachers failed to send
an excuse.
The addresses given by the instruc-
tors proved of real value to the teach
ers, and every one present was great
ly benefited as result Of the meet
ing.
Much of the credit for the very sue
cessful meeting is due to Cecil Dut-
ton, the very efficient deputy super
intendent.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
BABY HEALTH CONTEST.

Ladies' day at the Farmers Insti-
tute promises to DE record breaker
! in the way of new features, there al
ready being scheduled Baby Health
contest, a poultry exhibit, domestic
arts exhibit, addresses by specialists,
and round tables.
The State Board Of Health also
loans the most complete and interest
ing, as we'll as the most practical,
health exhibit it has been the writer's
privilege to witness. Those of us who
take instant relief headache powders,
those who would prevent much Of
common sicknesses, especially such as
most children and infants suffer- those
who would further better sanitary
conditions, those who believe an ounce
of prevention Is worth a pound Of
cure, will feel repaid for having had
the privilege of seeing this exhibit
without having to go to Des Moines.
Mothers will find it helpful, too, and
babies will fare better, for there is
part devoted entirely to their care.
Every parent in the county will be
interested in the Baby Health con-
test, there being two divisions, one of
which is composed of four classes,
and the other is for the Champions.
Division A. Champions.
Class /. Most perfect boy baby II
to SO months.
Glass 2. Most perfect girl baby II
to SO months. .
Division B.
Glass l. Boys one to two years of
age.
Glass 2. Girls one to two years of
age.
Glass 3. Boys two to three years
of age.
Glass 4. Girls two or three years
of age.
The examinations will be conducted
by lady physician, assisted by local
physicians, the score cards being fur
nished by the American Medical
Association. 49,.
We are pleased to note the interest
already manifest, one youngster being
already enrolled. Blanks may be OBJ
tanned of the Secretary.
Entries may be be made by resi-
dents of Delaware County only.
MRS. SARAH HUFTALEN.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
Mrs . = Madden will entertai,

Mrs. P. F.. Madden will entertain
the Priscilla club Thursday after
noon. October 26th.
Miss Dorothy Hockaday was a
guest of relatives and friends in Wa
terloo several days the latter part
of last week.
james Cameron, who spent sever
al weeks with his family in Manches-
ter, left last week for his home in
California.
Meeting of Manchester Lodge, No.
165, A. F. & A. NJ, Friday evening OF
this week. Meeting called to order at
7:30 sharp.
Mrs. o. U. Hockaday and Mrs.
Maurice Hennessey entertained twen-
ty guests at dinner at the Hockaday
home last Thursday evening.
Harry Morse sustained fracture
of bones in the forearm, last week
when he attempted to crank the en-
gine in the family automobile. "
Mr. and Mrs. Homer Phenicie
shipped their household goods to Ur-
bana, Illinois, on Monday and will
leave for their home sometime during
the present week.
Mrs. Irene Stiles, Fisher, who has
been spending several weeks in the
home Of Mr.. and Mrs. E. B. Stiles, re-
turned to her home in Oakland, Cali
fornia, Monday evening.
Miss Anna Rowe, sister Of Mrs
E. NJ. Hughes. has accepted position
as clerk in the Hughes dry goods
store. Miss Rowe's home is at Stock
ton, Illinois, and Is an experienced
saleslady.
Miss Marguerite Madden, and Miss
Helen Wiley, who has been her guest
for the past three weeks, have re-
turned to Chicago to resume theil
work. Miss Elva Madden accompan
led them for weeks visit.
w. H. Coleson returned home las
Friday from Hart, Michigan, where ht
visited with the ]. NJ. Barclay fam
lily. Mr.. Coleson says that the Bar
clay family is nicely situated in Mich
igan and that they had bountiful crop!
this year.
Mrs. E. A. Durey Of Ellendale
South Dakota, has been the guest o
relatives and friends in this count!
for several days. On Friday evening
of last week over a hundred Of tn,
neighbors and friends of Mr. and Mrs
c. H. Burhans gathered at their hom,
| for social evening. Mrs. Durey wa
the guest Of honor, and a most de
lightful evening was enjoyed by tn,
large company of friends. Deliciou!
! refreshments were served.
On page eight Of this issue O
The Democrat appears the large ad
vertisement Of the Snodgress-M Man.
Clothing company, announcing th.
fact that the Community sale will bt
continued during the entire week
Our readers cannot afford to over,
look this announcement, neither car
they afford to pass up the bargains
which are being offered at that store
this week. With every dollar pur-
chase two keys will be given. Read
the advertisement and see what the
right key will get you if you are for
tunate enough to get it.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
ROBERT BARR OPPOSED TO IN.
CREASED TAXATION.

l have been asked and written to,
how l stand on certain issues.
We hear and read a great deal in
regard to permanent roads, issuing
bonds and spending money freely, re-
gardless of the fact that taxes are
being constantly increased to such an
extent as to become most grievous
burden upon the tax payers, but
scarcely a word DO we find in regard
to the necessity OF strict economy and
good business methods in the con-
duct OF our state government.
The talk is all spend spend. spend:
Increase taxes make larger levies
and put more burdens upon the peo-
pie.
Now l am opposed to Capitalization
of power and l favor local self gov
ernment and home rule, am opposed
to any bond issue for the purpose of
paving or hard surfacing roads eth
er by county or state. l am unalter-
ably opposed to state control Of road
building where state or county funds
are involved, and brand as unwar-
rahted interference with the right to
self-governing community to man
age its own affairs.
l am unalterably opposed to any
scheme whereby the burden Of taxa
tion will be increased, and l would
not dictate bill of fare for any man.
Respectfully,
ROBERT BARR,
Candidate for Senator 33rd District.
Delaware-Buchanan Counties.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
LOCAL news
p. OF The WEEK
WHAT MANCHESTER PEOPLE
ARE DOING AT HOME AND
ABROAD.
REVIEW and FORECAST OF THE Week
Items of Il Personal and General
Nature Picked Up About
the City.

Miss Villa Richardson and Miss
Marguerite Walker were visitors in
Dubuque last Saturday.
The New Idea Embroidery club
met last Thursday afternoon at the
home of Miss Blanche NJ. Terril.
Miss Clara Wolcott left Monday
for Harrington. New Mexico, where
she will spend the winter months.
Mrs. J. c. Leggett Of Cuba, New
York, came Sunday evening, and is a
guest Of her uncle and aunt, Mr.. and
Mrs. NJ. H. Williston.
The regular October teachers
examination will be held in the coun-
ty superintendent Office at Manches-
ter on October 25, 26 and 27.
Mrs. E. w. Eames of Marshall
town, returned to her home Tuesday
morning, after spending some time in
the home Of the formers daughter,
Mrs. B. F. Hedlund.
Mr.. and Mrs F. c. Hall left Sun
day afternoon for Wisconsin,, to visit
with relatives. They will be the
guests of relatives at Janesville and
Edgerton for several days.
The Foreign Missionary society
Of the Methodist Episcopal church will
hold home baking sale in the Neis-
wanger & Lynn grocery store on Main
street, on Saturday Of this week.
Mrs. M. S. Banta returned home
from the hospital at Iowa City Satur
day evening. The surgeons at the
hospital decided that an operation
would not be advisable at this time
MIR. and Mrs. j. e. Waugh Of
Roundup, Montana, are the parents Of
daughter, born October 9Th. Mrs
Waugh was formerly Miss Frances
Hersey. of Collins Grove township.
Mrs. E. A. Putnam and little
daughter left Monday for an extended
visit with relatives at Pensacola
Florida. Mrs. Putnam will also visit
with relatives at Chicago and st. Louis
on her way to the south.
Frank Keiser was an over Sunday
guest in the M. S. Banta and Mrs
Henry Keiser homes over Sunday.
Mrs. keser is assisting in the care of
her mother. Mrs. Banta, who we re-
gret to learn is in discouraging
state of health
N. f. Davis, B. w. Grems and o. A.
Dunham went to Mason City Monday
morning on business connected with
the Manchester Street Sweeper Com
pany. Mr.. Davis went there for the
purpose of starting the machine which
the Mason City council purchased,
and which was shipped there last
week.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
CHILD CONSERVATION LEAGUE.

The Child Conservation League will
meet next Monday at the Library. The
program will be as follows: Paper,
The Vital Bearing Of Play Upon the
Proper Development of the Body"
Mrs. c. M. Morgan; paper, Child La
Dor and Its Evil Effects Upon Child
Development, Mrs. Henderson; paper,
Coordination Of Mind and Muscle and
the Plays Which Accomplish IT. Mrs.
Grems; paper, The Period Of Con-
structive Play in Our Children-How
Best to Feed 1t, Mrs. Ocker; report
of Chairman ON the Legislative Con-
ditions Of the Child Labor Movement
in This State, Mrs. Carr.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
D, A. PREUSSNER
IST. iowa Wins cup
DEFEATS SO COMPETITORS, AND
SCORES 1876 POINTS OUT
OF A POSSIBLE 200.
IOWA MAN ALSO TAKES SECOND PLACE
Manchester Man Ranks as Best Marks
man in United States, Winning
HOnOrs for His State.

Cant. Don A. Preussner, OF the
First Iowa Regiment, who is at jack
sonville, Florida, to participate In tbe
! National rifle matches, won the ma
rine corps cup at the shoot on Mon
day, making score OF 196 our OF a
possible 200. This is one OF the most
remarkable records ever made by any
soldier. In addition to winning the
marine corps cup Capt. Preussner re-
ceived a gold medal and cash prize.
A dispatch from Jacksonville, Flor
ida, received Tuesday morning. has
the following to say about the Ma
tional shoot
"The marine corps cup, one or tne
most important trophies contested Tor
! in the United States, was won here to-.
days at the national rifle matches by
Cpatain ID. A. Preussner, First Iowa
infantry, who scored 1876 points out OF
possible 200, defeating 519 compel
itors. First Sergeant w. H. Durch-
denwald, First Iowa infantry, was
second, scoring 1874 points, and Ser
geant J. J. Andrews, U. S. marine
corps, third, with 1913 poins. Captain
Preussner also received a gold med
al and a cash prize, silver and bronze
medals and cash prizes were awarded
to those finishing second and third.
The rapid fire match, the only 9TH
er event, was won by Color Sergeant
Foster Houck, third Indiana infantry,
who scored "a points out of possible
100. He got gold medal and cash.
First Lieutenant Jerry B.. Garland,
Third Indiana infantry, was second
with 80 points and Paul Gillispie. To-
wa civilian team, third, with u
points. Nj
Manchester friends of Capt. Preus-
sner congratulate him upon the hon
ors he has won for himself and the
First Iowa Regiment.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
PHYLLIS BARR.

Miss Phyllis Barr, who resided in
Manchester until 1913, died very sud-
denly at st. Charles Minnesota, Octo-
Der 3rd. 1916. Miss Barr was born at
ST Charles, and was in her forty-first
year at the time of her death. For
many years she cared for her aunt,
the late Mrs. Hatch. Miss Barr was
a sweet-spirited woman and did her
part to help those in need or distress.
She was a member of the Congrega-
tional church of this city, and took
an active part in the work of the
church during the years she resided
in Manchester.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
ADVERTISED LETTERS,

Letters remaining uncalled for Oc-
tober 16, 1916:
Allen, Mrs. E. A., Box Sc
Chapman e Simth Co.
Greene. A. c.
Peck, Earl
Lindall, Miss Marie
Taylor, Walter
These letters will be sent to the
dead letter office October 80, 1916, if
not called for before that date.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
TO FLORIDA IN A FORD,

Mr. and Mrs. Alton Dunham and
Mrs. o. A. Durham and George Ly-
man left Monday morning for Fort
Pierce, Florida, where Mr.. and Mrs.
Dunham will spend the winter. The
party started early Monday morning
in Mr.. Dunham's Ford car, and will
make numerous stops en- route.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
APPLE AND HONEY SALE.

c. H. True, the noted horticulturist
and bee man of near Edgewood, ad-
vertises in The Democrat this week a
special sale day of apples and honey.
On Tuesday, October "a, Mr. True Will
sell hand-picked apples at s1.O0 per
bushel and honey at S10O for a 10
pound pail Our readers should not
overlook Mr. Trues advertisement, If
they are at all interested in choice
winter apples.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
GOSPEL TEAM AT SAND CREEK.

The Cedar Rapids Gospel team will
be at the Sand Creek church next
Sunday afternoon at o'clock to con-
duct a public service to which every
one is invited Special singing by the
visitors and short talks will be part
of the program to be given.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
AUTO TURNS OVER: TWO DIE.

William T. Kennedy or THIS CITY, re-
ceived a message last week stating
that Alex. Dawson and Andy Irwin
OF Pierson, Iowa, had been killed In
an automobile accident. Mr.. Kennedy
left on the night train for Person to
attend the funeral services. The Young
men killed in the accident were dis
tant relatives of Mr.. Kennedy's.
The Pierson paper Of last week
gives the following account OF the
tragedy:
"Alex Dawson, accompanied by An
dy and Edwin Irwin were on their
road to Cherokee in large REQ auto.
and at the above mentioned place
while driving at high rate OF speed
the right front wheel broke while go
ing over a rough place in the road. The
car swerved to the left and turned
headlong over time or two, finally
lighting right side up on wire fence
with the front Of the car pointing In
the opposite direction from which they
were going.
"Alex Dawson, the driver, was
found dead just about where the car
first turned over, while the other boys
were thrown further ahead. Both were
badly injured internally and were ta-
ken to the G. w. Smith home. Drs.
Raw. McQuitty and Warren Of Sioux
City worked over them all afternoon
and pronounced their case serious.
"The auto was wrecked in an aw-
full shape and it is wonder that any
of them came out alive.
"Mr. Dawson's remains were taken
home and funeral arrangements will
be made.
| "The same evening Andy Irwin died
| from his injuries. His skull was
crushed and his breast badly mashed,
some of the ribs penetrating the lung,
and it was seen that he could not live
long.
| "Friday morning the condition of
Edwin Irwin was somewhat improved
as he had a good nights rest, and it
is hoped he will continue to improve"
Mrs. Harry Pinch went to Waterloo
Saturday morning to visit with her
parents for few days.
Ole Piersson and wife of near Dun
dee are the parents of a son, born
October 10th, 1916.
Douglas May, of the United States
navy, is spending few days with
his parents, DR.. and Mrs. ]. A. May.
The Et A Virp Club will hold its
next meeting at tn ehome Of Miss
Florence Klaus Friday evening" Octo-
ber Goth, 1916.
Mrs. Minnie Clough of Strawberry
Point was in Manchester last Sunday
to attend the funeral services of the
late H. A. Granger &
Miss Agnes Marshall of Hopkinton
was guest several days last week
of Mr.. and Mrs. A. H. Marshall and
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Hermann.
Supervisor Chas. A. Swindell is
making satisfactory recovery from
a severe operation to which he SUBJ
mitted at the hospital at Anamosa.
The Ladies' Aid Society OF tie
Congregational Church will meet with
Mrs. Harold Durham on Wednesday
afternoon. Oct. 25th. Mrs. Dunham
will be assisted by Miss Hazel Barr
and Mrs. Charles Baumgartner.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. H. Blake and
granddaughter, Miss Marian Blake.
leave later in the week for Jackson
vile, Florida, to spend the winter
months, They will make number of
| stops en- route, to visit with friends
| and points of interest.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18

Henry Goodhile is business visit
or in South Dakota, looking after land
interests.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
English Lutheran.


There will be services conducted in
the Methodist church next Sunday at
2 O'Clock D. m. A welcome invitation
is extended to all. The sermon will
be by the regular pastor, Rev. c. H.
Rembold.
Christian Science.
The Christian Science society meets
every Sunday morning in the public
library at 10:30, subject, probation
After Death.' Sunday school at 11:45.
The public is cordially invited.
Baptist.
"The Bible, Our Text Book Evidence
of It's Truth" for Sunday morning.
Evening, "The Sweet Old Gospel" Ev-
eryOne welcome.
st. Mary's.
Mass every Sunday at o'clock, ex-
cept the second Sunday of each month,
when mass will be read at 1O:3O.
st. PauPs. ,..
Rev. E. R. Leamon will preach next
Sunday afternoon at $780, Sunday
school at 2:30.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18

".
$15,O00.00. -ra..~r. ..
Criminal. ''t"-'
State of Iowa VS.. John Mertz. Con-
tinued at defendants request.
State of Iowa VS.. Lincoln Odell. Con-
tinued at request of defendant.
State of Iowa VS.. John Cornwell. Con-
tinued at defendants request.
State of Iowa vs.. G. W. Morarity.
Dropped from docket, with right to
reinstate on application of county
attorney.
State Of Iowa VS.. Ernest Graf. Con-
tinued at request of defendant.
State of Iowa VS.. H. E. Williams. Con-
tinued at request Of defendant.
State Of Iowa VS.. John Jones. De-
fendant, through his attorney, pleads
guilty to the offence Of maintaining
nuisance. The Judgment and sem
tence of court is that defendant pay
a fine of $4,000 and costs.
State Of Iowa VS.. L. A. Jennings. De-
fendant pleads guilty to maintaining
nuisance. Sentence and judgment
of court Is that defendant pay a
fine of $4,000 and costs.
State of Iowa VS.. G. F. FarragheT.
Continued at request of defendant
State of Iowa VS.. Ned Cowles and
John Gilman. Sentenced 20 5
years at hard labor in reformatory
in Anamosa. Sentence suspended
and defendants paroled to state
board Of parole until further order
of court.
fendant appeared in person for SEN
tence. Sentenced to years at
hard labor in the reformatory at
Anamosa. Sentence is suspended
and defendant is paroled and placed
in the guardianship Of NJ. F. Ryan,
and is granted leave to go to his
father in Alaska.
Probate.
Estate Of Laura " Nc Kay. Annual
| renort aprrnved
Estate of Samuel Danrord. Annual
report approved.
Estate of John Dobbins. VIII ad-
mitted to probate. Sarah e. Goen
appointed executrix OF will without
bond.
Estate of Wm. Kehr!i. Oct 80. 1916
fixed as date for hearing final re-
port. ...s......-
Guardianship Of Daniel A. Slick ct
al. Final report of S. L. Carpenter,
as guardian of Daniel Arthur, ap-
proved. and bond released
Guardianship Of Bernard Nachtman,
ct al. Guardian authorized to use
interest of estate Of his wards for
their support and education until
the further order Of court.
Estate Of Alpheus A. Morse. Will ad-
mitted to probate. Emily L. Morse
appointed eXecutrix and is to serve
without bond
Guardianship Of J. w. Davis. Allow
ance of wife is hereby increased to
s45.00 month for support Of her
self and her ward
Nae'i uiohShip VI Lioyu ". GillldH. Earl
Gillian appointed guardian of the
property Of Lloyd c. Gillian. Bond
fixed at $255.
Estate of William Kelsey. Widow al
lowed $400 for her support for the
year following her husbands death.
Guardianship of Francis P. Hurley.
October 80, 1916, fixed as time for
hearing application to use real es-
tate.
Estate of H. A. Granger. October 30,
1916. fixed as time for hearing
proof of will.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18
DISTRICT COURT.

Judge Chs rs w. Mullen made the
following on the Law, Grim
inal an, II 1ockets during the
week: @<S.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-10-18

By consent Of a Se issues
in this case are @. 70. vor OF
the defendant, an> z is
rendered herein and b sues
are settled and the costs .ig paid
said case Is discussed.
Associated Manufacturers Company
VS.. G. r. Williams. Continued.
SPAIN & Rose Lumber Company VS..
A. A. Schilling. Default. Judgment
for $444.S6. Interest six per cent.
William J. Carter VS.. Maud E. knight
ct al. Decree as per enrolled de-
cree this day filed. Bond for referee
S15,000.00, a -s,a.....