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Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10

masted schooner Drisko of 28 tons, lum.
Der laden and water logged, was sighte1
by the u. S. S. San Francisco. The off,
GERS found it was impossible to tow the
derelict. and three 34-pound guncotton tor
pedoes were attached to the wrecks keel
and exploded, and while these inflicted a
great deal OF damage. the derelict contin-
ued 10 tloat. Five more torpedoes were
chen exploded under the keel and the back
and frames of the hulk were broken. Still
IL tloated. and the San Francisco rammed
the Drisko amidships. This broke it in
two and released the cargo. and to make
sure the stubborn wreck would sink, the
SAN Francisco fired several shells into its
stern. scattering the fragments Of the once
stanch schooner far and wide.
There are so many wrecks floating about
as many at LOCO having been reported in
one year from the North Atlantic alone.
that is is almost impossible to hunt down
and destroy them all, but fortunately they
do not all stay atloat or drift about for
Very long.
LONG Journeys of Waits.
1t is estimated that the average length
of time which a derelict remains afloat is
one month, and as an average Of about
10 wrecks are reported monthly there must
be about 10 wrecks constantly afioat in
the North Atlantic.
That they are a serious menace is
proved by the fact that during a period
of six years 81 collisions with derelicts
were reported in the North Atlantic. The
government charts show that in six years
q derelicts We're reported which drifted
1000 miles or more, II drifted more thar
1000 miles, and three Travelled more than
5000 miles. The record for all was held
by the three-masted schooner Fannie e.
Wolston. which was abandoned on Octo-
Der Is, 1891, and was last seen 1858 days
later. During that time this ocean waif
drifted the enormous total of TOPS miles.
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10
The Beginning Of the Photograph,
From the American Exporter.

1. = .c H. ~ 'Sutt EAAPOrter.
veloping and Improving the telephone. he
noticed that in h transmitter, which has
since borne his name. when the voice
the vibrations would cause the pin at
tached to prick his fingers or indent any
soft substance held near Il. He stored
sested nothing Of special interest to him.
Even before that time he had perfected
IN invention for the automatic repetition
Of telegraph meosages. consistine Of an
and daahes Of the original message were
recorded In Q series Of indsntations on :
strip Of paper which afterward could 81
famous inventor recorded another NM IN.
connected. but important.
An Ar-tatApt Of D6ieon. In speaking
about -~ssss eoss Gaid: II
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10
.Humor Of War.

From the London Nation.
A "Ton''. lying in hospital, beside
him a watch of curious and foreign design.
The attending doctor was interested.
where did YOU watch come FROM" he
asked. ~
"a German Civ it me- he answered.
a little piqued. the doctor inquired how
the toe had come to convey his token of
esteem and affection.
"E 'ad to-" was the laconic reply.
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10
Wasted Tajents.

The train robber suddenly appeared as
many of the passengers were preparing
to retire for the night.
Come, shell out" hi demanded as he
stood towering above an eastern clergy.
man, who had just finished q devout
prayer.
The minister looked at him sadly for
a moment, and then said:
"If l had such energetic fellows as
YOU to pass the plate now and then, I
might have something to give you."
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10
A Mind Reader.

The Colonel-So the bank refused to
cash that check 1 gave you. Rastus!
Rastus-Yessah. Dat cashier man dun
nav positively de most seeable mind An
ebah saw, sab.
The Colonel-How's that?
Rastus-Yessah.. Jes' as soon as All dun
ten him whose check All nae he said it
sab.
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10
A Mooted Question.

From the st. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Ieacher was trying to elucidate tho
meaning of the word ''recuperate" to one
of the pupils. N
Now, Tommy" said she. "tf your faith
er worked hard all day he would be tired
and worn out. wouldn't hep"
Then when night and his work is
over for the day. what does he do?"
That's what mother wants to know.
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10
OUR BILL FOR LuxvR,es.
Boston Correspondent the New
York woeIA

ooStOH OUTTespOMUeht the New
York World.
". Charles W.. Eliot. president
a table on expenditures not classed
a. n~ecessaries Of life. It shows
that every year nearly three times
90 much money - spent on drink
40 Is expended for tho next highest
Injuries mentioned except tobacco.
Inc e. tabse: 1ntoxtcating liquors.
jewelry and plate, t~Soo.O0ooQ0: sufo.
moolIes. 6U.00ov0oo church work at
nomS. 00Oooooo: confectionery.
cee's snS e:, :oft "a, Ss;s!s, el1eSee.oos
Se.eo9.ooo:. patent medicines. SS6..
so:sssa n $500 IT,; sassssees;
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10
Net the Same.
the Chicago Herald.

From the Chicago Herald.
x pretty girl went into . music shop
counter. whors . new clerk Was busy, ana
IN hlr cvootoot toner asked.
.I5eye you sHisRed Ne In the Neon.
no. Il must have bssn the nan q
ths cthef eeanter: 1i11f011Z Sesn -
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10
Neaetjatins la.n-

Negotiating . Loan.
Natsr-What ars you doing hara. Har.
Hare,a Unprecedented in the paatry,-1-
81 g.. thessht maybs yoS'd isnd ne :
Forest City press. (Forest City, Potter County, D.T. [S.D.]) 1883-19??, 1916-05-10

A Stubborn DereIict.
On October %, 1898, the abandoned three
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17
Personals

w. E. Hodges of Vilonia is here today.
 T. J. Livingston is here today from Enders.
 William W. Boyce is Little Rock visitor today. ,. 44SA.
 Yes, we can vulcanize your tires. Bolls Bros.-26-dtf
 Yes, we can vulcanize your tires. Bolls Bros.-26-dtf
 w. s. Cooper of Greenbrier is transacting business here today.
 Back again-hot drinks and sand wiches. Florence Drug Co.-25-d2t
 Former Governor George w. Don aghey of Little Rock is here today.
 Mrs. Bessie Wilcox, Mrs. Frank Whiddon and Mrs. Fred E. Bailey are spending today in Little Rock.
 Mrs. William J. Miller of Little Rock IS visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Little, on College avenue.
 Rev. J. w. Boyer, pastor of the Presbyterian church, and w. A. Gib- bon are attending the Presbytery at Newport.
 Milton Mum, c. D. Plant and w. IT,, E. D. and R. o. Maddox of Mount Vernon are business visitors to Con way today.
 The Ladies' Home Journal for Mo- vember will be on sale Friday. Bet ter order copy now, as our supply is limited. Lewis Wilson phone 12.
 Mrs. A. R. Booth of Hawley, Okla, IS expected to arrive tonight for a visit at the home of her parents, MT. and Mrs. w. N. Stewart, in this city.
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17
MRS. GIBSON 10
 ADDRESS CLUBS

Mrs. H. c. Gibson, field secretary of the Arkansas Federation of Wom- ems Clubs, will address the club women of Conway at Central Col lege auditorium tomorrow afternoon at 1 o'clock. Mrs. Gibson is said to be very forceful and entertaining speaker and, in addition to the fed erated clubs, all women of the city are cordially invited to be present.
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17
The Straight Dem ,cratic
 Ticket

ELECTION TUESDAY. NOV. z, 1916. For President WOODROW WILSON. For Vice President
 THOMAS R. MARSHALL. For United States Senator
 WILLIAM F. KIRBY. For Congressman
 H. M. JACOWAY. For Governor
 CHARLES H. BROUGH For Associate Justice
 CARROLL D. WOOD. For Attorney General
 JOHN D. ARBUCKLE. For Secretary of State
 TOM J. HERBAL. For Auditor of State
 HOGAN OLIVER For State Treasurer
 R. G. M'DANIEL. For State Supt. of Public Instruction J. L. BOND. For Commissioner Mines. Manufactures ant Agriculture
 JOHN H. PAGE. For Commissioner State Lands and High VIM. B. OWEN. For Railroad Commissioner
 WALTER G. BRASHER.
 T. E. WOODS.
 HERBERT L. WILSON. For Prosecuting Attorney. 17th District G. OTIS BOGLE. For Representative
 H. B. HARDY. For County Judge
 E. L. SMITH. For County Clerk
 JOHN REEVES. For Sheriff
 w. W. BISHOP. For Circuit Clerk
 A. M. LEDBETTER. For County Treasurer
 JOHN LINDSEY. For Tax Assessor
 AUSTIN JOHNSON. For Coroner
 J. A. Pence. For Surveyor
 ED MITCHELL. For Justices of the Peace
 G. M. EASTERWOOD.
 D. O. HARTON, JR For Constable
 (Cadron Townshp)
 E. L. KING.
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17

yrup made from Louisiana seeded cane and stated that he would have about 4oo gallons of this syrup for sale. Mr. Matchett wanted to get his specimens on the "Arkansas on
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17
FINE POTATOES AND SORGHUM

D. Matchett of Route 5, Green brier, brought to the Log Cabin Dem ocrat office today some specimens of very fine sweet potatoes of the Early Triumph variety, of which he pro- duced 75 bushels on one-third of an acre. He also left some very fine
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17

Monsieur Le Captaine Ricks," one ot the funniest sea stories ever written by Peter B. Kyne, appears m the Saturday Evening Post for October q.
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17
Saturday Evening Post

Tor October 21. And there are many other good ones, as a glance at this list shows: Consider Indiana" po- htical story by Samuel C. Blythe; Suggested Simon." Ca New York evolution), by John Crowfoot; "An Alley of Flashing Spears" good one by Dom Byrne; "The Modern Samaritan" Chow charity pays it's way in Belgium); Reverse English" :" another comic baseball story by Clyde A. Bruckman; Seven Kang- He Vases an unusual story by Ro- land Pertwee; etc.
 There was never better one! On sale Thursday-5 cents a copy.
 Lewis Wilson Special Agent. Phone 12.
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17

Wheels" train, but the train was scheduled to leave Little Rock at noon today.
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17
POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT.

l hereby announce my candidacy for Con- stable of Cadron Township as an Independent, and solicit your vote for me in the general election, to be held November T. 1916. Ed w. Moore.
The log cabin Democrat., 1916-10-17
HERE'S A SURE WINNER

Peter B. Kyne's latest and best story. Monsieur Le Captaine Ricks," most laughable recounting of the do- lngs of certain steamship industry. in the
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02
NOW LOOK OUT

When cold hangs on as often hap
pens, or when you have hardly gotten
over one cold before you contract an
other, look out for you are liable to
contract some very serious disease.
This succession of colds weakens the'sys-
TEN and lowers the vitality SO that
you are much more liable to contract
chronic catarrh, pneumonia or con
sumption. Cure your cold while you
can. Chamberlain Cough Remedy
has a great reputation. 1t is relied
upon by thousands of people and never
disappoints them. Try it. 1t only costs
a quarter Obtainable everywhere.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

Every person knows his own mind,
but it is not every person who knows
how to apply it. Many have positive
convictions ON certain subjects, but
have not the power of will to assert
those convictions in the face of determ-
ined opposition. Every person has a
mind of his own, but each mind is sus-
ceptible to influence from other minds,
both great and small. The babbles of
the fool will sink into the brain of the
man Of intellect, and the sooner or later
will have its effect in one way or an.
other. The fool listens to the wise
man and Immediately imagines that he
is himself the fount of wisdom. The
man who walks the middle course alb
serbs both the wisdom and the foolish
ness of the others.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

There Is more Catarrh in this section
Of the country than all other diseases
put together. and for years It was sup
posed to be incurable. Doctors prescribed
local remedies. and by constantly failing
to cure with local treatment. pronounced
1t incurable. Catarrh is a local disease.
greatly influenced by constitutional con-
ditions and therefore requires constitu-
tional treatment. Halls Catarrh Medi-
cine. manufactured by F. J. Cheney &
Co., Toledo, Ohio. is q constitutional
remedy is taken internally and acts
thru the Blood on the Mucous Surfaces
Of the System. One Hundred Dollars re-
ward is offered for any case that Halls
Catarrh Medicine fails to cure. Send for
circulars and testimonials.
F. J. CHENEY & CO.. Toledo. Ohio.
Sold by Druggists. 75c.
Halls Family Pulls for constipation.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02
A PRETTY AND PLEAS
ANT SOCIAL. AFFAIR

One Of the prettiest Of autumn So
cial affairs was dance given by the
Lady Maccabees OH Thursday evening,
Oct. Goth, at the X. of p. Hall.
The hall was artistically decorated
for the occasion, with the Hallowe 'en
decorations. Punch was served through
out the evening by two little girls in
white, while music was furnished by
the Kutnewsky orchestra.
There were about SO couples present
and all enjoyed themselves until l a
M, when all went housekeeping that
this would not be the last dance the
Maccabee Ladies would have this win
ter. The affair was a brilliant success
both socially and financially.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02
Blackfoot Real Estate
E Auction Co.
WEEKLY BARGAINS

Only one set of Work Harness left.
One. U. s. Cream Separator, in good
order.
/; One Kitchen Range, 6 holes, $4,000.
One Roller Top Desk (small size)-
new.
Couple Of Rockers, -one Big Leather
Rocker.
Modern Home to trade for Farm.
NICE HOME CHEAP
Has rooms down stairs and 2 up;
also Bath and Toilet, lots, with fine
Shade and some Fruit Trees, Sidewalk
on both sides. The lots are corner lots
and have paved streets. Price is only
$3500.O0; only $4,000 down and bal
:ance $4,000 per month-LIKE PAYING
RENT.
GOOD FARM VERY CHEAP
Forty-three acres, ~ mile from beet
dump. Soil excellent, lays level. IL
acres alfalfa, new we'll, stable for 8
head, granary, chicken coop. Leaving
the country and MUST SELL QUICK.
Price $3600.0O; $4,000 cash. balance 8
years.
If you have anything to sell or trade
call and tell us and we will try hard
to do business for you.
Don't forget the auction sale next
Thursday at Yarger's Farm, one mile
west Of Wapello-Thursday Nov. End,
SEE US FOR ANYTHING IN OUR
LINE.
BLACKFooT REAL ESTATE AND
AUCTION 90.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

II. A. Benson, candidate on the Dem
ocratic ticket for reelection to the
office Of County Treasurer, should have
the unanimous support Of the people at
tho election netx Tuesday. He is en-
titled to the office for the reason of
having made good and there is no rca-
son why we should take chances on an
other a this time.
Changes, when not necessary, are ex-
pensive.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02
ACHERS' MEETING

The parent-teachers' meeting at the
High School on Friday afternoon, Nov
g., at 4 p. Ill.
The subject for consideration will be:
"My Solution of the Moving Picture
Question Mesdames Buchanan, Robt
Boyd, Duckworth and Miss Fox will
present their ideas on this question
Mrs. Biethan will talk about the need of
a hot school lunch and how it has been
accomplished in other places. The
musical numbers will be given by the
Central School pupils. 1t is hoped that
all the parents will make every effort
possible to attend these meetings.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

The Commercial hotel has again
changed hands, j. B. Ziegler, an ex-
perienced hotel man, having bought
Mrs. o. b. Fleisher's lease on the prop
erty and business. Mr.. Ziegler seems
very affable and accommodating host
and he tells us that the house has
been full and more since he assumed
management.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02
A DAY FOR OTHER THINGS

The summer is over, bOuntiful har-
vest garnered, and what more appropri-
ate than joyous visit with friends
AS an aid to you, our Week End and
Sunday reduced rates are at your dis
posal Ask about them. Agent o. S.
l.. R. r.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02
DEPARTMENT BAZAAR

The ladies of the Methodist church
will hold Department Bazaar and
Cafeteria Dinner on the afternoon and
evening Of Saturday, Nov. 4th, at the
V. 8. room. Christmas presents of
all kinds and prices. Come early and
avoid the rush.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

About the hardest thing ON earth
for girl to do is to make love to heI
beau and scratch a sore corn at the
same time.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02
SERMON SUBJECTS
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Rev. Austin, Pastor.

Rev. Austin, Pastor.
Nov. s." Preparedness, or Weak
Foreign Policy. Hosea.
This subject is chosen to show the
wonderful application of the Bible prin-
ciples of today. Good music.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02
METHODIST CHURCH

8. j. CLANCY, Pastor.
Morning subject: "The Inner Cir.
Gle.
Evening subject: 'The Christian
and the Ballot
Good music at each service.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

WANTED-FARML LAND OPTIONS
We are now having good call for farm
land and viii be pleased to get options
on any sized tract.
PARKINSON B. & I. co.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

Money to loan on Improved real
estate. Idaho Irrigated Lands Co. adv
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

Come in and sec the Hats Below Cost
at tho Paris Millinery.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

Owing to the i'll health Of his wife
Tom johnson is making arrangements
to soon move to Colorado.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

Get the habit. Come in and look
around. Racket Store.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

d. H. Biethan is East buying furni-
ture, carpets and furs for the new Ru-
pert hotel.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

Fresh Candy, zoe per pound. Racket
Store.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

See H. F. Barber for painting and
paper hanging.-Adv. 6-15 tt.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

A beautiful new line of Pattern Hats
just received at the Paris Millinery.
See them.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

D. H. Biethan is East buying furni-
ture, carpets and furs for the new Ru-
pert hotel.
Owing to the i'll health Of his wife
Tom Johnson is making arrangements
to soon move to Colorado.
Get the habit. Come in and look
around. Racket Store.
A beautiful new line of Pattern Hats
just received at the Paris Millinery.
See them.
Mrs. N. j. Thorstenberg returned
home Monday from a 10-week visit
with friends and relatives in Kansas,
her former home. She also made a
short visit in old Missouri.
Get your Dishes and Glassware at
the Racket Store.
Miss Eva Rider is the winner of the
$1.OO prize given by the Neil +. Boyle
Hardware Co. for the best answer to
questions on Majestic Ranges during
demonstration week.-Adv.
N. f BOYLE.
Seven per cent money to loan on good
farm securities by Parkinson Realty b
Investment Co.-adv.
See our Sc, 1Oc and 15c counters fol
big values in Tinware. Racket Store.
See H. F. Barber for painting and
paper hanging.-Adv. 6-15 tt.
Money to loan on Improved real
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

See our Sc, 1Oc and 15c counters fol
big values in Tinware. Racket Store.
The Blackfoot optimist. [volume] (Blackfoot, Idaho) 1907-1918, 1916-11-02

Seven per cent money to loan on good
farm securities by Parkinson Realty b
Investment Co-adv.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-30
Local Laoonies.

Oliver P. Crandal sustained a slight shock on Sunday.
 William Jarvis of Alton was in Westerly Monday.
 William F. Arnold of Providence is guest of Rev. William F. Williams.
 Ira E. Exley of Lawrence, Mass, formerly of Westerly, is here on vaca- ton.
 MT. and Mrs. John W. Byron of Sen eca Falls, N. T., are visiting in West erly.
 Edward Mahoney of New York city is on a visit to Eis parents in Pawca- tcuk.
 Clifford c. Bradford of Attleboro, Mass, formerly of Westerly, is here on C visit
 The Lorraine mill is closed for in- ventory and will resume operations on Wednesday.
 William B. Segar of Pawcatuck Is the guest of MT. and Mrs. John F, Davis in Main street.
 The Fifth company, Westerly, will participate in the preparedness parade in Providence Saturday.
 Mrs. George H. Mcbride went te New York Monday on visit to hel father and other relatives.
 John F., Thomas, Frank and AGis. | Helen M. 41uICS r6pura0Q 1nOnuaY IrO11 a motor trip to Keene. IN. H.
 Rev. ands Mrs. rJoaeph{L l.. Peacock O. 1 Greennnan He1gfftse 11ap9 sasaA aAheir gues Mrs ArthurP. ConanSof Frov1dence
 Edward H. Babcock Of New York i 1 the guest of his snnotheE~in-law, Mrs Martha Crunb, in West Broad street MT. and Mira John R Gould of MI l Vernon, N. F.. formerly of Westerly are guests of of*1dF.1aud@ @AArss. Joseph w Gavftt.
 Mrs. Tda Lgnchr oesA1oosup, Conn l daughter oftthefla%e George E. HiscoG of westerly, was hereslHonday on bust ness connected with the estate.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-30
LITTLE PIMPLES
 ON FACE, NECK
And Hands. Became ScaIy and Skin Was Sore. Ashamed To Go Out.
 Lasted Three Months.
HEALED BY CUTICURA SOAP AND OINTMENT

''one night before retiring was troubled with an itching and in the morning found that my face was all broken out with little pimples. and then they came on my neck. and hands. The pimples became scaly and my skin was so sore that had to bathe it with cold water to keep the pain down, and I scratched and my face became erupted. I was so red and sore was ashamed to 30 out- doors at all. It lasted about three months.
 ''I tried - and d---- to no purpose. A friend told me to try Cuticura Soap and Ointment so I did, and after using three cakes of Cuticura Soap and one-haf box of Cuticura Ointment regained my conn plexion. and was completely healed. ,: CSigned) Miss Helen Lynn, 39 Tyler St. Nashua, N. H., Aug. 27, 1915.
 Sample Each Free by Mall
 With a2-p. Skin Book on the treatment of the skin and scalp. Address postcard ''Cuticura, Dept. T, BOstOn.'' Sold by druggists and dealers throughout the world
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-30

metals. lumber, oils and labor as 100 in 1913, the index number last March was 1922. It is not believed that the end of the war will result in great relief.
 Buffers constantly increasing price in France has led the authorities to consider various remedies. The sale of oleomargarine has been authorized temporarily where butter is ordinarily sold.
 Great Britain proposes to pass a. law prohibiting the importation, sale or use of any paint material containing more than 5 per cent of it's dry weight of soluble lead compound. Canada's 1915 crop yield is valued at $800, ,000, ,000 with wheat heading the list at more than $312,00o, 600.