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The daily progressive-miner., 1916-12-21
WE ARE GETTING NUTS"

The world is getting nut" of that there need not be any doubt. Here comes the news that there is a movement on foot that has already taken root whereby it is intended to organ ize an association to combat all organizations. In other words, the leaders are determined to
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-12-21
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NOTICE-The Progressive-Miner is for sale by the Ryus and Walker Drug Stores and F. J. Hunt.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06

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shat the markets OF this country are
tree and open to Germany as well as to
ell other countries. and that this govern
ment does not distinguish between any
belligerent nations. then how can the SEN
ator say that this government has taken
an unneutral position?'
ITS chief objection.
1T is impossible to got arms to Ger
many and say It is morally wrong for
this government to permit shipment OF
arms to any Of the belligerents,' Senator
Works insisted He added that his prin-
cipal objection was based on conviction
that the United States was aiding I'm pro-
longing the war and the killing of men
and that no would not only put an en-
barge on munitions, but also on ship
rnents Of food and clothing to the armies
OF Europe.
Senator Lodge in upholding the posi-
ton OF the United States as 20 the ship
ment Of munitions engaged in = lengthy
colloguy with Senators O'Gorman Hitch
cock. and others.
"Our markets are open TO all the world
to buy" said Senator Lodge. I'VE have
taken no action to prevent any belligerent
or any one else from buying in our mar
kets and we arc at peace with the world,
A condition has been created by this war
and by the war alone which prevents one
or more belligerents from buying in this
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Syrup of Figs
For Cross, Sick
Feverish Child
Look, Motherl Is tongue coat
ed, breath hot and
stomach sour?
Harmless fruit laxative best
to clean tender liver
and bowels.

Mothers can rest easy after giving
California Syrup Of Figs because In
few hours all the clogged-up waste,
so< bile and fermentng food gently
moves out Of tho bowels, and you have a
we'll. playful child again. Children simply
will not take tho time from play to
empty their bowels and they become
tightly packed. liver gets sluggish and
stomach disordered.
When cross. feverish restless, see II
tongue Ia coated, then give this delicious
fruit laxative" Children love e. and
II can not cause injury. No difference
what sils your little one-if full Of cold.
or a sore throat. diarrhoea, stomachache,
had breath. remember. a gentle "lnsidc
cleaning" should always be the first
treatment given, Full directions for
babies. children of all ages and grown
upe are printed on each bottle.
Beware Of counterfeit fig syrups. Ask
your druggist for a 5o-cent bottle OF
California Syrup Of Figs" then look
carefully and see that II Is made by
the california Fig Syrup Company. "
We make no smaller size Hand back
with contempt any other fig syrup
Advertisement.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
O'CONNOR KILLED
TWO men IN NORTH
This is Version of Hastings Mystery
Tetified to by John T.
Culavin.
LIVED UNDER ASSUMED NAME

HASTINGS. Ncb.. IAN. 5.-tSpeciai Tele-
sraml-B Before Judge Corcoran in the dis
trict court today John T. Ciiavin's testi-
mony for the first time raised the curtain
and explained the mystery cnshrouding
the life OF John O'Connor the hastings
rccluse who dird August H., loil and
whose body is still unburicd awaiting the
courts disposal OF his $1,000 estate.
Pressed hard In cross-cNs mination. and
with what appeared to be reluctance.
Culavin said that John O'Connor killed
two rural police IN Canada and then fled
TO this country, concesling his identity
for forty-two years. In Canada accord
ing to Culs vim. OConnor's name was Olet
Oiscn Io partici- aicd In Taninp Pctivi-
ties and other rebe,lious and Killed the
police. who were about 10 arrest him.
Tho latter fact he SOY ~d tho day be
fore no killed tho police.
In 1857 Culavin claims TINT O'Counor
rent him 10 Canada 10 spread the report
that olef Olsen was dead. and his pay
ment for this in part was the executing
OF o'Connor's will making Culavin the
beneficiary. Last year a Jury decided
that the will was forgery.
Alleged sons Of Olsen by an Indian wife
are here claiming the estate as heirs In
the present term Of court. Many other
claimants from various parts ~ tho
United states are here claiming heirshin
and each claimant positively Identifies the
body OF John O'Connor as a relative
The maze OF conflicting testimony IL
now within sight OF the end
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
"Tiz"- "A Joy to
Sore, Tired Feet
Use "Tiz" for aching, burning,
puffed-up feet and corns
or callouses.

Goodbye. sore feet burning feet. swol.
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Get 25-cent box of 'Tiz'' now at any
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that never swell, never hurt. never get
tired A years foot comfort guaranteed
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Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Five Minutes! No
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dyspepsia.
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est and surest stomach
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Why not get some now-this moment.
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and your food will not ferment and poi
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Pape's Diapepsin costs only 50 cents for
a large case at any drug store here, and
will relieve the most obstinate cese OF
Indigestion and upset stomach IN five
minutes
There is nothing else better to take gas
from the stomach and cleanse the stom-
ach and intestines. and besides, one sim
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When Dispepsin works. your stomach
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Absolute relief from all stomach mis-
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Remember. n your stomach feels out
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Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Stop the Cold
And Avoid Grip
Coughs ana Colds should Not ne
Neglected.

!. The lack OF resisting power that pre-
codes all kinds OF ill-health causes coughs
and colds. The theory OF some people
to let a cold run It's course" should be
supplanted by the safe rule TO never
neglect cold because II Is from coughs
and colds that grippe, pneumonia and
other serious ailments usually develop.
So II behooves ali who are prone TO
take cold to find a remedy TO fore
stall IL. In this connection Duffy's Pure
Malt Whiskey will prove one of the most
effective remedies you have ever tried
II taken In tablespoon doses In equal
amounts Of water or milk before meals
and on retiring. Because Duffys Pure
Malt Whiskey is an. absolutely pure
tonic-stimulant, il assist In building up
the weakened and run down system by
It's beneficial action on the stomach. the
source OF most Ills. II the system is In
healthy condition Il is invariably able
TO resist and throw off coughs, colds
grippe and bronchitis prevalent at this
season Remember, do not neglect a
cold but get Duffy's Pure Malt whislSey
AZ once from your local druggist. grocer
or dealer, 500. II he cant supply you,
write us. The Duffy Malt Whisky Co.
Rochester. n. Y.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
keep LOOKING YOUNG
It's Easy--If You Know DIR. Ed
wards Olive Tablets.

The secret OF keeping young Is to feel
young-to do this you must watch your
liver and bowels-there's no need OF hav-
ing a sallow complexion-dark rings I'M
der your oyes-pimpies-a bilious look in
your face--dull eyes with no sparkle.
Your doctor will tell you ninety per
cent OF all sickness comes from inactive
bowels and liver.
Or. Edwards. a well-known physician
in Ohio. perfected vegetable compound
mixed with olive oil to act on the liver
and bowels. which he gave TO his pa
TENTS for years.
DR., Edwards Olive Tablets. the substi-
tnte for calomel. are gentle In their ac-
ton. yet always effective.
They bring about that exuberance OF
spirit. that natural buoyancy which
should be enjoyed by everyone, by toning
~ the liver and clearing tho system OF
impurities.
You will know DIR. Edwards Olive Tab
let's BY their olive coIor. lOc and 25c per
boz. An druggists.
The olive Tablet Company, Columbus,
Ohio
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06

market II VIC undertake 20 reverse 4
condition created by the war we at once
enter into the war and endeevor TO
restore condition existing before the
war. and that is an act Of Immortality"
Evidently in time Of war such as now
disturbing the peace OF the world" SEN
ator O'Gorman rejoined, almost any act
OF neutral power would be regarded by
some as an act Of Partially, but, In my
Judgment. this government, if II deemed
it best for the American nation and the
best security OF peace with all the ma
lions, could place an embargo against the
shipment of munitions. to any belligerent
without exposing itself TO the imputatlou
OF an unneutral act"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Oar JItney Offer-Tnis ma al.

Don't miss this Cut out this slip. en-
close with &c ard mail II To Foley 4 Co.
Chicago, m. writing your name and adj
dress clearly. You will receive In return
trial package containing Foley's Honey
and Tar compounds. for coughs, colds
and Group Foley Kidney Pills. for pain
In sides and back. rheumatism. backache.
kidney and bladder ailments, and Foley
Cathartie Tablets, a wholesome and
thoroaghiy cleansing eathartie. for con
stipation. biliousness. headache and slus-
sish howsis Sold everywhere Advertise
nent
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION
DATES FIXED FOR NEBRASKA
(From a staff Corrospondent)

(From staff Correspondent
WASHINGTON. Jan. 5--(specIal Tele-
gram THE civil service commission has
announced that examinations for the dc
service in Washington will be
held at the following places and dates
Nebraska-Alliance, April T. March Is,
April u.
beatrice. April II, March 10, April u.
Broken Bow. April s, March IS, April IL.
Chadron, March rs, April II.
Columbus. April s, March Is April Il.
Fremont. April 8.
Grand Island, April 8, March i5
April -.
iIoldrege. April TO- March Is, April II.
Lincoln, April T. March 10, April II.
McCook. April 10, March 10, April IL.
Nebraska CITY. April 49, April IL.
Norfolk April 3, March 10. April ~.
North Platte. April G. March Is. April r.
Omaha, April IL, March Is, April IL.
O'Neill, March is, April II.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
GARY SOUNDS NOTE
OF WARNING TO ALL
LINES OF ACTIVITY
lcontlnned from Page onel

Continued from Page one)
ruptions n we are fully alive &c our op-
portunlties
War May End soon, Then WHAT
~ believe the war OF Europe will not
be so long protracted as many, n not
the most of men predict. This opinion is
bs yed principally upon two grounds. In
tho first place. II seems apparent that
little. II any benefit TO any belligerent
country or 70 the world at large can re-
suit from the war except and unless it
he the firm establishment OF an inter
national tribunal for the settlement for
all international differences: one that is
universal and practical. and whose de-
Crecs ere enforceable; one that will pre-
vent tho prolongation Of wars in the
future This can be created II so.
NEGOTIATIONS tor peace and for such re-
suits should he opened at once and pushed
10 y conclusion. There will be never
better time.
"tf one side or the other should abso-
lutely conquer the other side (which
seems impossible unless the war Is car
ried to en- extent that would leave the
SURVIVING peoples OF tne pVeStHt gen
Grafton Of all the nations helpless and
hopeless). there would be no need nor
disposition for an international tribunal.
The leaders Of all the nations must realize
and appreciate these facts and are likely
TO act upon them soon.
THE other ground for my belief is
that each OF the warning nations Is
starving for men and money both. They
do not admit It, but the signs are plenty
and convincing. ANY nation that is pro
longing the war beyond the time when II
can he reasonably and honorably dis
continued, is slowly but surely committing
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
RsIsels Insaranee offer.

FREMONT, Neb.. Jan. 5.-(special) H.
The county board Of supervisors AZ the
monthlF session Tuesday rejected the Of
Ter OF the nineteen insurance companies
hoidihs policies on the, Dodge county
court house. destroyed by fire q month
age and II 10 PROBABLE me matter will
be taken TO the courts. County Attorney
sidner was Instructed to prepare for
NAL proof OF loss and present Il to the
companies. The RdiusteT for the com
panies offered to settle for $685. OO. The
county asked S4T.OO0
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Farmers Elevator EIects' Officers.

PLATfsMoUTH, Neb., Jan 6--(spe-
eial)-rhe annual meeting OF the Cedar
Creek Farmers Elevator company was
held yesterday. at which the following
officers were chosen; J. A. Hennings,
Cedar Creek. president; J. L. TerrySar-
rey. vice president John Alber. Plat,..
mouth. treasurer M l.. Friedrich. PIatts-
mouth. secretary: William Schneider
cedar Creek manager; Phillip schaefer
Henry Horn and g. p. Messenger. di-
reetors. During the last year this com,
pany handled ioi,22l bushels OF corn
sl'SsS bushels of wheat, 1859 bushels OF
oats and $50 tons Of coal.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
New DrnInaGe DIstrict Authorized.

STELLA, Neb, Jan. g. Especially -
Judge Raper has authorized the organ
lzation of Drainage District No. in Nc
maha county, The project is being pro-
NOTED by G. w. Hopkinson, r. g. will
kinson and others. who own $500 acres OF
land to be benefited. This move will ne
cessitate the organization of a drainage
district In Richardson county, beginning
at the county line about three miles
northwest of Stella. to point where the
Muddy empties into the Nemaha, q dis
lance OF about twenty-five miles
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Nntes from Linh.nr.

LINDSAY. Neb,. Jan. 5.-Cspecial. 1.-The
hans Of matrimony for Miss Pauline
Borer and Albert Prothman were an
nouneed for the first time at the Holy
Family church on Sunday. The wedding
VIII be on January 49,
Al the annual meeting OF the Farmers
Elevator association It was decided to
build new elevator Of 5000 bushels ca =
pacity, building to commence as soon as
arrangements can be made. An per
cent dividend was declared and two old
directors. Herman Behorens and julius
Nathan, were reelected.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
DR.. STEWART CANDIDATE
FOR HEAD OF ASYLUM

HASTINGS. Neb.. Jan. 5-tspecial Tel
egram.)-Dr. 8. ]. Stewart today an
nounoed his candidacy for superintendent
OF lngleside asylum. competing with Dr.
a. ]. steele, the only other man already
In the race. DIR. Stewart is republican,
while Steele is democrat. Stewart for
meriy served on the hospital staff under
Superintendent Kern some years ago.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
suicide
sIumr SIRE 10 CONG.

slump sure TO Come.
But whenever the war shall close, the
business Of the country will be con-
fronted with new conditions. The pur-
chasing power Of the whole world will
have been very greatly reduced. Foreign
countries who are now buying our prod
ucts because compelled. will withdraw
their patronage IN a large measure. other
nonproducing countries will find their
financial resources and credits lessened.
More than this, foreign producers, in
great need, will strive more diligently
than ever TO supply the countries that
are financially able 10 pay and at prices
based on cheap labor and low cost, as
they have a perfect right to do.
Our producers, including our wage
earners. will find themselves in CONNER.
cial antagonism with the most perfect
and difficult competition ever experienced
unless this shall be prevented by laws
that are reasonable and sufficient This
is not question of politics, nor for po-
litical parties as such. II Is one of
economies and Of good business. and IL
affects all the people. 1t is a question
of the greatest good to the greatest mum
Der There should be an effort to as
fairness between the producers and the
consumers.
Overconfidc Greatest Danger.
This is an epoch. Times are serious,
perhaps critical Financial. commercial
and industrial interests OF this country
may he firmly established on an indie
pendent and invulnerable foundation, but
there must be cooperation between all
classes and departments, private and pub
lie.
we must be prepared for radical
changes in volume, in prices and re-
sources. There IL danger of over-pro-
duction, over-extension of credit and liza
bilities. over confidence. We have OBJ
served this before and we shall see it
again. 1t is possible the banks will over
extend their credits particularly in favor
of foreign interests. who offer attractive
rates, but they Will take care of that
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06

PIERRE. $. D., Jan. 5.-tspeoial Tele-
grsm)-The first move in the attack OF
the express companies on the present ex
press tax law under the constitutional
amendment Of 1919 was started IN circuit
court before Judge Hughes here today.
The companies contest the presen law
aving been successful In heir fight under
the old act which was declared TO be un.
constitutional
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06

matter for themselves. We business men
should realize there ia possible danger
ahead in the business outlook. and II we
proceed with caution however agrees
sive, we will have done no harm, and
VIC may hereafter have reason for col
graduation. We have the greatest coun-
try with the greatest opportunities. and
may properly be hopeful and confident"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
nInir nank Chnnge..

LINCOLN, Jan ESPECIAL. 1.-The Blair
National bank has changed to state
bank under the name OF the State Bank
OF Blair. The capital remains the same.
$4,000 and the officers are likewise the
same. c. A. Schmidt being president; T.
e. stevens, vice president and Thomas
Finnell. cashier.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
hrrItenfrIa Rohhen.

FREMONT, Neb.. Jan. s.-,specish-
lienry G. Breitenfeld. former member OF
'he Fremont council. was held up and
robbed OF sSS and his sold watch in front
OF the Union station in Omaha Tuesday
nisht. Mr breitenfeld was on his way to
the station 10 take train for home
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
SANS OF SCOTS BLUFF
MAKES FILING FOR REGENT
From a Staff Correspondents

PIVH Sthit toIIeSponucntD
LINCOLN, Jan. 5.-(Speo' al )-Harvey
u. Sans Of SCOTS Bluff has filed for the
republican nomination for state regent.
Walter e. Hager Of Hastings today sent
in his filing for the democratic nomina-
ton for the state senate from the Nine
teenth district
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
70 REMOVE DAHDRUFF

Get Scent bottle OF Danderine At any
drug store, pour little into your hand
and rub well into the scalp with the FIN
ser tips. BY morning most. N not ALL Of
this awful scurf will have disappeared.
Two or three applications VII destroy
every bit OF dandruff stop scalp itching
and falling ir-Advertisement.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
No Money Mailed 10 serbs

WASHINGTON. Jan. 5-Iissue OF postal
money orders to Serbia has been discon-
tinued indefinitely, II was announced to-
istration OF Switzerland, which hereto
fore has served as intermediary
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Platt.mouth woman BadIy Rurned

PLATTsMoUTH Neb., Jan, 5.-(spe-
cial. Mrs. Harry Wilcox was seriously
injured Tuesday afternoon by the ex-
plosion OF glass Jar OF hot lard she was
engaged in sealing. Her face, neck and
one shoulder we're badly burned.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Ixnocked Down by Auto,

PARIS. Jan. b.-The Marquis De
Castellane, father OF Count Bon DE
Castellane. was knocked down by an
automobile as he was coming out OF
military hospital where he had been work.
ing Although his injuries are serious
the physicians believe he will recover
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS

Miles Grecnleaf has recovered from q
long Illness with bronchitis and Is now
able to be out again for the first time
in almost two months
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
BASKET BALL SCHEDULE
OF YORK COLLEGE TEAM

YORK, Neb., Jan. 5.-(Spcclal )-Ba sket
ball has begun with a rush following the
holidays. Prospects look very bright for
a successful team. Thirty-five candidates
have responded to Captain Saunders call,
and besides strong first team the col
lege also expects to be represented by a
strong bunch Of reserves The schedule
follows:
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06

J. Laurie Wallace, Omahs's well-known
artist has an attractive proposition which
he il considering which will take him
away from Omaha. lie says that he has
not exactly made up his mind. but that
he probably will establish a studio In
Rock Island, with Davenport and Moline
az an additional field for his work
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06

Dresses in afternoon and evening models in
serge, taffeta, combinations. crepe
china az
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06
Main Fl00E Left AiAle.
A Sale of High Grade Shoes
Shoe Dept.

Misses High Cut and Reg
ulAr Button Boots, patent
and dull feathers. welt
sewed soles, broken lines,
S3.60 values, now 3. As
Misses High Cut and
Regular Top Button Boots,
tan feathers, welt seWed
soles, broken lines, $500
and $3.50 values,
now ......... 10
Boys Button and Lace
shoes, patent and tan
feathers, welt sewsd rock
oak soles. Broken lines.
$3.50 and 1S.76 stocks.
now, at 81, 4S
Youths' Button and Lace
Shoes, tan feathers, welt
sewed rock oak soles.
Broken lines, S3-36 and
$3.50 values. now. 81. 80
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-01-06

WOmeA's Dress Boots, in
button and lace styles,
patent leather with black.
brown and fAwn cloth tops.
welt sewed soles, Louis
Cuban heels. IS and Sc
values. now ...S %. 40
WOmen's Button Boots, in
patent leather, with black.
gray and taWn tops; Louis,
spool and Cuban heels;
dressy. comfortable hitting
footwear, broken lines.
$3.50 and $500 stock,
now zee. ...... 81. 05
Misses High Cat BattOn
Boots, patent and dull
feathers. welt sewed sOles.
broken lines of Ss.76 and
$500 stock. now S2.05