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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-07-31
THE WEATHER
Forecast Till z T. NJ. Tomorrow, for
Rock Island, Davenport, Moline
and Vicinity

Generally fair tonight and Tuesday;
cooler tonight.
Highest temperature yesterday, 100;
lowest last night. rs; at a. IN. today,
70.
Velocity of wind at a. m, five miles
per hour.
Humidity at p. m. As. at a m.
10; at l O'Clock today so
Stage of water. 81 feet, with fall of
2 of a foot in As hours.
j. NJ SHERIER, Local Forecaster.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-07-31
Estimates of Damage and
Casualties Increase in
Stricken District.
TWO HELD FOR BLAST
Pair Placed Under Arrest
Property Loss Is Close
to $45, 100000.

New York, July 3f.-Two men
are under arrest today under war
rants charging them with man.
slaughter indirectly causing the
death of one of the victims OF the
terrific explosion of ammunition
on Black Tom pier early yester-
day morning.
Estimates of the casualties early
today placed the number of dead
at four, with three others mortally
injured, 35 suffering from less
serious injuries and eleven to
twenty missing. Estimates of the
property loss range from $25,O0O,-
900 to $4,000, 900.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-07-31
Americans Battle With NlexicQ11S
Yanks Fight
Bandit Band
Over Border

Ell Paso, Texas, July 81.
Two Americans were
killed and one was wound
ed in a clash with Mexican
bandits who had crossed
the Rio Grande five miles
below Fort Hancock, Tex,
early this morning. There
were five bandits in the
party.
Private John Twoney,
Troop F, Eighth United
States cavalry, and Robert
Woods, a United States
customs Inspector, were
killed. Sergeant Lewis
Thompson, Troop F,
Eighth cavalry, was SER
iously wounded.
eral troopers of the Eighth United
States cavalry engaged in a run
ming fight with Mexican bandits
who crossed the Rio Grande a few
miles below Fort Hancock. Texas,
early today, according to reports
to military authorities today.
The reports indicated that all
of the bandits who composed the
band which numbered less than
ten. were killed. The command
engaged was troop +.
Reports reaching here indicated
that from two to i've American
soldiers had been killed and that
q detachment OF the regular cav
airy was supported in the clash
by a detail of G company, Sth
Massachusetts infantry.
More than 200 shots were fired dur
ing the engagement it, is reported. The
Mexicans, it is believed, had crossed
the line in an attempt to steal horses.
Their presence was discovered by
American OutpOsts. The MexiCans
were surprised and attacked by the
cavalry patrol. The Mexicans, mount
ed on good horses, attempted to fee
They were intercepted and forced To
fight
General George Bell, Jr., command
ing the FL Paso military district, said
early today that he had learned of the
engagement through unofficial
He had had no reports from
officers of the command, telephone
and Geographic communication being
difficult Other reports reaching here
said that efforts to identify any Of the
Mexicans had been futile, but that II
was believed they were members OF
one of the Villista bands recently re-
ported to have been operating south
Of the Rio Grande in that section
Several stock stealing raids have
taken place in the district within the
last few weeks. One of them resulted
in a small American detachment
crossing the border in pursuit of the
raiders.
San Antonio, Tex, July 31.-An five
Mexican bandits who were in the clash
With American troops near Fort Han
cock early today were killed, according
to a report transmitted to General Fun
ston by General Bell, commanding al
e. Paso. The Americans lost two men
killed and one wounded.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1916-07-31
Troops Advance Their Posts
During Series of Local
Encounters.
HEAT GROWS TERRIFIC
Opposing Forces Battle on
Despite Torrid Temper
allure on Field.

London. July 81, (2:35 p. M
As the result of local encounters in
the region of the river SOmme. the
British troops last night advanced
their posts at some points on the
plateau to the north of the town of
Babentin lie Petit, it was officially
announced this afternoon.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
ALL PLATFORMS TO
HAVE SAFETY LINE
The Public Urged to Assist the
NJ, c. 6 81. L. In ID
Safety Campaign.

In accordance with recommends.
tions oi the central safety commiitee
of the NJ. C, q st, |. Railway, the
management has lust Issued Untrue.
lions tha, safety line" be paint.
I'd on all station platforms The
public viii be asked TO cooperate
with the road in i,s safety campaign.
These lines will be painted In
yellow 1.-THE caution oolor) and will
be placed six feet from the nearest
rail. /, is the purpose oi the com.
psny in placing these lines on plat
forms to protect the public from
possible accidents ~ trains pull into
stations, Instances have been re.
ported where baggage and express
trucks have shifted aud have been
struck BY incoming locomotives.
aud with 4 platform crowded with
passengers such an accident might
result in serious injury unless the
passengers were back a sate dis.
tance.
The safety line will be three In.
ches wide aud stenciled at intervals
oi from ten TO twenty feet will be
words. safety line" The NJ. c.
4 ST. l., Railway, through its safety
department. il seeking to reduce 10
a minimum all svoidahle accidents,
and the management believes that
with the proper cooperation on the
part ot the public the placing Of the
safety line on platforms will pre-.
vent accidents AT stations.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
An Egg in An Egg.

There is an egg on exhibition al
the store Of j. NJ, Gossett that is =
marvel to all who have seen il. The
egg was laid by hen belonging n
Mrs. A. ID. English Of this place.
and weighed g.. ma, a fraction
more than what three ordinary hea
eggs weigh. 1t measured % in.
ches around the long way and ~
inches the other, When the shell
was broken II was discovered that
q perfect normal size egg was inside
oi this large shell, which also had a
perfect yolk and white.
Since this old hen has laid this
two in.one egg. Mr.. English has
been guarding her with all the care
possible. and says il she will only
continue laying these twin eggs he
will soon be worth million,
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
TWO ENTHUSIASTIC
MEETINGS ARE HELD
Committee OF Ten Named To
Direct Campaign Meet
ings Sunday, ) p. NJ.

There were two enthusiastic Law
enforcement meetings held in Dick
son last Sunday afternoon. The
one at the NJ. h. Church was exclus
slyely for men, while the gathering
nj the Baptist Church was attended
only by women.
There were several strong and
vigorous speeches made at both
gatherings c0ndemning the disre-
speCt for law in Dickson and Dick.
con County.
At the mems meeting. a commit
lee composed Of ten Of the best
citizens of Dickson was named, and
this committee was authorized 10
formulate plans IN favor OF law en-
iorcement aud to lead the work to
make Ditksan u better town. y,
There will be another meeting
for the men held at the NJ. T.
Church next Sunday afternoon at
three O'Clock, and the women OF
the town are invited to meet at the
same hour at the Baptist Church.
The leaders Of this movement ad.
wise us that all citizens who want
Die kson 10 be better town to be
sure and attend these meetings.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
TENNESSEE CITY.
BY Our Special Correspondents

Mrs. Will Nolen Of Waverly spen,
Monday at Camp Bella visiting
Mrs. Jones. one oi the patients.
Mrs. V. A, Wright OF Wartsacf
was the guest OF her sister. Mrs. {.
X. Wade. over SUNDAY.
DR., Corbin il obliged to build
more light and air houses TO meet
the needs OF incoming patients.
Mr.. and Mrs. II. Adcock Of Dick.
son and Mr.. an Mrs. Ben Williams
spent part OF Sunday at the SAM.
tariam visiting Mr. Adcocks sister,
Mis-. Jones.
Mr.. and Mrs. Pavatte OF Charlotte
spent Sunday morning with their
sister at the Sani,arium,
Geo, II. Wrgh, spent Sunday
with his soR. Wlll, st Martin
Jeif Wright of Florence. Alabama.
visited hometOlks here the past few
days.
Blystone Mooren is expected here
this week from Cleveland, Ohio, He
comes to be treated by DR.. Corbin.
Mrs. Roberts of riney was at the
Sani,arium Monday to see her sis.
ter, Mrs, Jones.
Camp Bella will soon be the
greatest institution in this County.
Have we not enough public spirit
and a just pride IN this great under
taking, to help bdild a good pike
from Tennessee City depot to this
fast growing place. distance OF
one mile? Come, let's get busyl
Many are coming by automobile to
visit this beautiful place that is
being carved out OF the wild woods.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
Gard.

To the Voters Of Dickson County:
take this means Of thanking my
many friends who stood by me 50
Loyalty in my race and election ior
Trustee Ut She neanty. Wards tail
to serve me in expressing my great
appreciation OF the support given
me, and would say 10 those who
saw tit to oppose me, have no II
feeling toward them. ! assure you
all that | will devote my whole
time in fulfilling the one promise to
all. that Of efficient service. | also
want to thank the gooi women and
child.en, who made their homes 80
pleasant to me during my campaign,
Thanking you again. am yours
for service. W. c. Dory.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
Burns, Route /.

Mr.. and Mrs. Leonard Tidwell
and | J, Hutehison visited 3. vii!
Landlords Saturday night.
j. c. Herrinof Bear Creek spent
SUNDAY with hls brother. J.. ~,
|'fferrin. 'a '&& 2~. ~ ..,....
Paul Frazier has returned from
kentucky.
Several from this place attended
church at Jacksun's remple last
Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. James UnderhiIl ui
Bellevue visited the formers sister,
Mrs. J. W. Jordon. recently.
Rev. Charlie TidNell is on the
sick list.
Miss Elvina TidweIl has returned
from Tottys.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles undcrhill
visited the former parents Satur-
day night.
The Missionary Baptists began
their meeting at Abih Saturday. a
large crowd being in attendance.
Mrs. Nora Gambol spent laat
week with Mrs. K. ID. Lankiord.
Miss Beatrice Harrington is visit
ing at Lyle.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
WEST plNEY.

Mr.. and Mrs. I. b. Donegan were
the guests of the formers brother,
Andrew Donegan, Saturday.
Mrs. Carson Fielder and children
spent the latter part Of the week
with her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. ].
Il. Martin.
We are sorry to report Frank
Shaier. who has been i'll for several
months, worse at this writing.
Mr. and Mrs. :. D. Fuqua were
the weekend guests OF the latter =
sister, Mrs. J. b. Tucker.
Mr.. and Mrs, Bud Hamilton vis-
tied the latter's mother Mrs. Mar.
shall Fielder. who has been sick the
past week, but is improving.
Miss Vesta Hamilton is spending
this week with her cousin. Miss
Fannie Baker.
Mr. and Mrs, Less street visited
the latters mother, Mrs, Jim Done
gan, Saturday night and Sunday,
Miss Ethel Myati had for her
weekend guests, Misses Adams and
Steward.
Mrs Abe Prui,, -spsnt tlir week.
end with relatives at l.uxon.
Lee Martin and sister, Xe,tia. Wis
tied their sister, Mrs. Carson Fiel.
der. Saturday night.
Mrs, Balma Myatt and grandson,
Dewey Donegan, spent the week.
end at NunneIly with the former :
brother. John kngland.
Miss Jettie Dean spent Sunday
with hometolks
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
JONES CREEK.

Oscar Fussetl was the weekend
guest of his parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
:. 5, Fussell, and family,
Miss Flossy Adcock OF Nashville
il visiting Mrs. Il. III. Link
Mr.. and Mrs, will Holt and chill.
dren of Dickson spent Sunday with
Mr. and Mrs. J. J Bush.
Mr., and Mrs. Van Hudson and
children spent Sunday with Mrs. J.
~. Oakley and family
Misses lmogene Higdon and Mel.
lie Rockey are visiting friends in
this vicinity.
Miss Annie Petty Of Dickson il
visiting Mrs. Jim Scott.
Miss Bessie pardue spent Sunday
with her sister, Mrs, Oscar Martin
Misses Blanche and lola Martin
OF White Bluff are visiting relatives
and friends here thls week.
Miss Emily pardue and brother.
Ewing, spent Tuesday night with
their sister. Mrs. J. b. Nicks. and
family.
Misses Bessie, Mary and Emily
Pardue and Alberta Reep. Forrest
Fussell and ROLAND Reep were the
guests Of Mr.. and Mrs. Tom Hook
ing. Willie Hooking aud Mr.. and
Mrs. Arthur Haggar Saturday night
Mrs. Fannie Duke spent the week
end with homefolks.
Oscar and Scott Martin. who are
employed in Nashville. spent the
week nd with homefolks,
Mike Petty spent Sunday with
Dallas Nieks.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
Mems Bible Class Give
An Enjoyable Banquet

On last Friday eveaing the Men 4
Bible Class OF the Methodist kpia.
copal Church, South. had a veil
attended banquet in the Miller
building on Main Street.
This class has grown from a small
class in the early Spring to one now
numbering sixty.seyen Not having
room in the main auditorium OF The
church, the class purchased tent.
in which the lesson period is spent.
This tent is situated by the side OF
the church. aud is we'll adapted to
such work. where the men come
lth their coats of aud arr com.
Portable. The goal now is to reach
the hundred mark, when they will
give another banquet to their mem.
bers, Every man in or near Dick.
son who is not now in some Sunday
School is invited to come and learn
more Of the One Book The pastor.
Rev, John Durrett. is the teacher.
Mr.. W. III Fitzgerald OF Nashville
was guest Of the banquet, and
gaYe an interesting after, dinner talk
along Sunday School work and civic
TO the large number
OF men present. Several in the
class also spoke very helpfully con
cerning the work OF the class. The
menu consisted OF ham sandwiches
pie, coffee, ice cream, etc.
This is new departure in our
town, and is very commendable. as
il brings men closer together in a
social and religious way and thus
encourages men In living higher
and cleaner life, and helps to turn
their energies into a good channel.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25

When our little boy, now seven
years old. was a baby, he was cured
Of cholera morbus by Chamberlain =
Collie. Cholera and Diarrhoea Rem
edy," writes Mrs. Sidney Summons.
Fair Haven. n. Y. Since then,
other members of my family haze
used this valuable medicine for
coilc and bowr. troubles with good
satisfaction, anl gladly endorse il
as a remedy of exceptional morit." Z"
Obtainable everywhere. adv.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
Double Branch.

Misses NeEzie Adcox and 0ttit
Fielder were the guests OF Mrs. Matt
Work the weekend.
Mise Mary Holland visited Mrs,
Edna Herbs IN Saturday night.
Mr.. and Mrs. Willie Nelson at.
tended church at Missionary Ridge
Sunday.
Miss Sarah Nelson was the CUES,
'oi Miss Dosia kimbro Saturday
might.
Mrs Hester Myatt was the guest
OF Mrs, Ida Bowen Sunday,
Little Lizzie Bowen is ON the sick
list.
J. Y. Dudley visited relatives on
Spring Greek Monday night.
Mrs, Hester Myatt was the guest
of Mrs, J. +, Dudley Monday after
noon.
Mrs. J. +. Dudley aud daughter.
Miss Tina, visited Mrs. II J Fra.
sier Tuesday.
Mr., and Mrs. J. NJ Myatt are
visiting their son. Alex Myatt. at
EYa, Tenn.
W. .. Dudley was the guest Of
Miss Mary Nelson Sunday.
A large crowd attended the de-
bate at MI. Sinai Saturday night.
Mr.. ard Mrs. Noel Klmbro were
the guests Of Brud Bowen and fam
lily Saturday night.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
Public Sale!

will sell to the highest and best
bidder the Mark Harris (deeeased)
farm. consisting Of about Is acres
more or less, on the premises on
Garner's Creek, Wednesday. Sept,
10th, 1916, at one O'Clock y, M.
rerms;-- cash balance in one
and two years time with interest
from date and with vendors lien re-.
tanned. Also | mule, COW. some
hay, rent corn in the field. and u
few other articles. All personal
property will he sold for cash.
NJ. HARRIS. Admir-.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
The Best Laxative.

To keep the bowels regular the
best laxative is outdoor exercise.
Drink a full glass OF water half an
hour before breakfast and eat an
abundance of fruit and vegetables
also establish a regular habit. and
be sure that your bowels move once
each day. When a medicine is
needed take Chamberlain's ablets.
They are pleasant to take and mild
and gentle in effect. 0btainable
everywhere. adv.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
A Live Message.

To the Voters of Dickson County
In my candidacy for the Legislature |
have tried To I've open and frank 10 the
people on all questions. When announe.
cd for the legislature IN the spring and
published my platform, Judge W. Il.
Hudson made the boast that be would
run me out VI the race or defeat me. lie
has been trying to make me quit the race
by threats, and AZ he could not do this
he rs now trying his best TO defeat me. ]
am informed tha, the man he has select
cd ID Mr.. r. l.. Leech Of Dickson, and in
this selection Judge Hudson from his own
standpoint has acted wisely. Mr.. Lsech
when a member Of the State Senate in
1901 wax the man vino had the Law en-
acted creating the office oi County Judge
ia Dickson County. Before that time The
Magistrates selected A. Chairman VI the
County Court. The Chairman was 80.
lected yearly, and il he failed to DO his
duty he could only serve one year Mr..
Lccch made the County Judges salary
twice ~ much 10 start with As the Coun-
ty Chairman Was getting Ten years
later when Judge Hudsons brother was
. member Of the Legislature, thls brother
had Judge Hadson'- salary increased $3.50
more, which made the county pay Judge
Continued on page four,
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
Ice Cream Supper.

There will be an ice cream sup
per at the Porter School House,
Saturday night. September 2, 1915.
The proceeds 10 be ased fur the
beneti, Of the school. Everybody
u invited TO come out and enjoy
the evening with us.
Robert Baker, Teacher.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25

For life insurance which insures
gee II Newt Williams. special agent
Dickson. Tenn
FOR SALE-Horse and buggy.
Apply AT this office.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
Ice c ream Supper at Treswell

There will be an ice cream sup.
per at Treswell Saturday night.
August 26th, for the benefit ot the
school. Eyeryb ody invited,
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
Art Class.

Miss Maggie Young will begin aD
Art Class af the Dickson High
School the 4th of September, the
Lord willing. Terms. $500 per
month.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
ONE SPOONFUL GIVES
ASTONISHING RESULTS

Dickson residents are astonished
at the QUICK results from the sim
pie mixture Of hsckthorn bark. siy-
cerlne. ETC.. known ~ Adler.l.ka.
This remedy acts on BOTH upper
and lower bowel. and is so THOR.
OUCH bowel cleanser that ii is
used successfully in appendicitis.
ONE SPOONFUL Of Adler-i.ka re-
lieves almost. ANY CASE Of consti-
patton, sour or CASEY stomach. ONE
MINUTE after you take it, the
gasses rumble and pass out. .--CLE
MORE PHARMACY.
-----------------------P
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25

Arthur Frank. Of Savannah. spent
few days here this week with his
aunt. Mrs I J Stricklin, enroute
to Hoh.nwsld. where he is to be
connected with the school.
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25
BuRN&.

The Dixie Players will give a
program at this place Saturday
night. August 26,h. for the benefit
OF the Burns Public School. Come
The Dickson County herald. (Dickson, Tenn.) 1907-1979, 1916-08-25

TIE Horsld-S q year, Sub scribe.|
The Washington herald., 1916-02-19
NINE. FRIEDA HEMPEL TO
BE PRESS CLUBS GUEST

ono OF the most interesting ladies' day
entertainments ever held by the Ma
tional Press Club will he featured to-
morrow afternoon at 4 O'Clock by re-
ception in honor Of Mime. FTieda
Hempel, the brilliant coloratura soprano
OF the Metropolitan Grand Opera Com
pany, and Walter Damrosch. the famous
conductor OF the symphony Society of
New York.
The official reception committee will be g:
Mrs. Theodore II. TiHer. Mrs. Grafton s.
Wilcox. Mrs. Russell Mcclellan. Mrs Gus
KarGer, and Mrs. Frank r. Lord.
Each member Of the club is entitled
to two cards. which must be secured
from Secretary Charles {. Hart
other guests will nc well known loca:
artists. including Charles TrowbrldEe
Tittman, harytonC. and Harry Wheaton
Howard, pianist. who will bC on the pro-
gram.
The regular ladies' night dinner will he
served in the club dining room, beginning
at O'Clock
The Washington herald., 1916-02-19
TO TEACH women
fire PREVENTION
Brookland Citizens Associa-
ton Plans Safety First Cam
paign for Gentle Sex.
FLOWER SHOW PLANNED
Would Have Summer Band Concerts at
Twelfth Street and Michigan
Avenue.
FLOWER SHOW PLANNED

The need for a campaign to teach
women what to do in case of fire was
urged by Miss Carrie Harrison, of the
Brookland Citizens Association, at a
meeting of the association in Masonic
Hall, Brookland. last night. On motion
of Miss Harrison, a committee of three
Miss Harrison, S. @. Quinn. and Mrs.
Elizabeth Daniels-was appointed to
launch such a campaign.
The committee will endeavor to secure
pamphlets and other information on how
to sound an alarm of fire, what to do
to check a small blaze, and other safety
first methods
DR.. Alphonse Patton. Of the Brookland
Rose Society. outlined the plans OF the
society for its annual flower show. to
be held in April or May. The associa-
tion voted to cooperate with the rose
society in the exhibition.
l.. r. Wilson, chairman OF the com
mittee on streets. sidewalks, and lawns
was instructed to take steps toward ar
ranging a series of band concerts for the
park at Twelfth street and Michigan
avenue. should the park be ready for
use this summer. Condemnation pro-
ceedings to secure the ground for this
park have just been instituted by the
Commissioners.
Mr.. Wilson reported that arrangements
had been completed between the Com
missioners and the Board of Education
for the grading and improving of the
ground surrounding the Brookland School
He reported that $500 had been allotted
for the work.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. A. EIsenhart were
admitted to membership.