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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
ALLIES CONFER UPON TERMS OF
 PEACE IN PARIS
Rlan. to-. Present. United Front on Advantageous
 Items of Settlement.

London, April 25.@The conferences Of tine Allies going on in Paris are looked upon in well informed quarters as likely to develop means for pre- senting united front on many ques- tions, outside of the settlement of ter ritory, when any. real prospect for con- cluding the war comes in sight.
 On their face these conferences are to discuss trade and commercial ques- tions in which the Allies are mutual ly interested. But those who have had much to do in shaping the con- ferences say these questions really touch the matter of war settlement and subsequent peace terms, and that the generals in the field may in the first instance have to incorporate them in any preliminary arrangement lead ing up to the more definite protocols and treaties of the civil authorities. It is with this view, to know where they stand, and to have some common end 70 be definitely presented from the very outset, that these conferences of the Allies are looked upon as considerably more than an academic discussion of trade problems.
 The need Of being thus prepared at the outset to present a joint front, even in the first negotiations on the field, has been made apparent by the expe- rience of France in the conclusion of the Franeo-German peace terms. The treaty of Frankfurt then made was preceded by preliminary conferences on the field, when the main lines of settlement were laid down. But all at- tentfon was absorbed at the time in the big Questions-the cession of AIsace- Lorraine, the payment of an indemnity and the withdrawal of the German ar my from Franco Other questions touching the future relations of the country in trade and otherwise were e-I- the main questions. But the French have since learned that the Germans did not overlook these lesser questions On the contrary they had a trade for mu1a all ready, which was accepted without question in the general confu- France hand and foot ever since, up tC the time the war smashed all treaties andaagreements-
 By the trade formula ingenious1y presented at that time Germany wal given the "most-favored natiop'' treat Iuent for an indefinite period in the flu ture in all commercial and tariff dealings with France As a rule the ''n1ost-favored nation treatment il granted by France for periods of ter years, 50 that her minimum tariff ratei may be given to a country for recip roca1 concessions granted. But b! this little clause slipped into the treat. at that L1n1es RTancS Iound later Sn' was bound for all time to give Ger many the utmost tariff concession sht allowed any other country. That is if France, through the operation O her minimum and maximum scale O tariff dutiess allowed the United State a minimum rate for any particu1a reason or through reciprocity. Ger many was able to claim exactly tn same low rate, without reference t, any concession she might make. Thi old clause, deftIy worked into tn peane settlement, was always after re
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
RENT RAISED, ROBINSON REMOVES HIS HOUSEHOLD
 EFFECTS TO NEW HOME

Yesterday was moving day for City Clerk J. Alex H Robinson. His goods and chattels were taken from the top floor of the two family house he has occupied at 500 Seaview avenue, Twelfth district, and moved to 27 Merchant street, Sixth district. This is the district in which MT. Robin sons former 1andIajdy, Mrs. Wal1enta, lives. MT. Robinson had her tax as- sessment increased more than $10,000 when she raised his rent. He also told her he would move out and he kept his word.
 MT. Robinson began his political ac- tivity when he first went to live in the Twelfth district. He was first a candidate for state senator from the 23rd senatorial district and was we'll beaten by former Harbormaster Garry Paddock. Later he was appointed town chairman for the Republican town committee and chosen city clerk. There is a rumor about town today that Chairman Robinson chose the Sixth district for his new residence because of the bitter factional fight that is there, which he hopes to neutralize.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
SOLDIERS PLAY AT WAR WITHIN CANNON'S RANGE
Men Acquainted With Real Fighting Practice Strategy
 In Mimic Fights.

On the British front, Flanders Ap- Til 25--The spectacle of officers and soldiers playing at war within gun shot of operations which form a ,part of the greatest conflict in history might seem to be an unusual sight and yet this is actually taking place daily back of the British lines. A correspondent visited two schools of instruction where men, already train ed in the art of warfare, were serious ly conducting mimic battles for ex- per1mental purposes within sound of the big guns which were causing death and destruction towards the front
 One of these schools was for the training of snipers. The men in this school are not brought together to learn sharpshooting, for they are all experts Their business is to become familiar with the methods of conceal ing trench loopholes so that the Ger mans cannot see them, and to learn to distinguish 1oophoIes along the German lines.
 At one point a line of trenches was laid out just as though ready for bat tle Through the top of the trenches facing the imaginary German lines were scores of loophoIes of every size and description, each one concealed in a different way. Unique methods have been adopted in many cases to render these holes invisible to the German eye and so we'll had they sue ceeded that an officer going along in front of the trench explaining the i system, often had to search for some time before he could find the open ings.
 At this school any new ideas per taining to this method of warfare are experimented with and each man | learns numerous ways of protecting himself from the German fire. This | is considered a most important mat ter, for the discovery by an opponent sharpshooter of a IoophoIe through 1 which 8, man is. firing means almost sure death to the latter. l At another. point a group of men were firing from behind sand bags at l imaginary Germany 1opholes a con- siderable distance away. Openings of various kinds were displayed across the field and at these apertures an occasional dummy head would ap- pear, to be shot away instantly by | the alert snipers
 When a man has perfected himself in the art of sniping he is sent along to the front line of trenches or wher- ever needed. Not all snipers gc ceive the benefit of the instruction given in them.
 The second school was one for ex-
 perimenting in the building of trench
 es. Here all sorts of ideas reIatinE
 to the construction of trenches art
 put into effect, as any man who ha'
 a scheme for improving a, trench car
 have his plan executed. Trenches O. T all descriptions are carefully laid out
 dugouts are built and machine gun
 positions are constructed. Wire en
 tanglements of different varities alst
 are experimented with to discove
 which is the most effective
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
A Sura Ran,aAu

EfI am fixing up a surprise for John, but I am afraid that if he stays around the house he will discover me-
 That's all right. You just tie towel around your head and ask him if he can't stay at home today and help you take up the carpets
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
Domestic Plotting.

''The cook wants to borrow some thing from the library. Shall let her have it?''
 Certainly. If she gets interested in a story she may stay until she finishes it. Give her one of those long English novels in four volumes. es.'-Louisville Courier-Jeurnal.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
Charity.

She-Fm glad we went It was an excellent performance-and for such charitable purpose! Her Husband Yes, fndeedi We all feel thrill of sat fSfaction when we do something for charity and get the worth of our money at the same time.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
The Drawback.

Ma-You can't tell what she can see in him? My dear girl, the man has $5,OO0 a yearH Mamie-What a pity! Ma-A pityi Surely money is no draw back to a man. Mamie-No; but the mans such a drawback to money!L Sydney Bulletin.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
Airy Quarters.

Wffe-I hate those cramped berths in the sleeper Couldn't, we get a flat, dear? Hub-Who ever heard of a flat on a train? Wife-Why, I've often
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

Many people stay at home from the primaries to spite the politicians, as a result of which the politicians have their own way.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

An experienced politician never ap pears before the voters in a dres: suit, and it is risky having his trous CTS creased.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
sinht unaeaz,-

Head of Firm How long do you want to be away on your wedding trip?
 Hawkins (timidly) . Well, sir-er what would you say7
 'sHow do know? I haven't seen the bride."-Life.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
FuIJ of Dstaa.

Mamma" queried small Harry, who was munching the fruit of the date tree, eff I eat lots of these will grow up and become a calendar ?''--Kansas City Star.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
WISE AND OTHERWISE

Congress is said to be more friend Iy to the anti-chi1d labor bill. It is recognized that children one day grow up and become constituents.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

There is intense and fervent denun- citation of pork barrel methods from, Congressional districts that got no river and harbor money.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

It is stated that each spring fly breeds 5,99S, 256 descendants. One often notices that numberlin some res taurants.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

The Mothers Congress should take up questions that really bother ths modern Mother, like how to get con trol of the suits in Auction Bridge.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

Recollection is the only paradise from which we cannot be turned out -Richet.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

@There are mighty few hats in tn ring when it comes to electing a Sur day school superintendent.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
Whara anaed noe.n,+ coun4

Where Speed Doesn't Count.
 Mamma" complained a little one recently, teacher won't let me sing any more, and I'm the fastest singer in school too."-Boston Transcript.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25
CERTILAX
The Certain Laxative

A harmless and sure remedy for Constipation, Torpid Livers Headache. Btnousness, and Foul Breath. Made from the formulae of celebrated specialist of New YoHk City. Do the work pleasantly-dO not gripe. 10c, 36c, soc. At Au drug stores or direct on receipt of price. Curts Chemical Co.. 1z7 B. 24th St.. New York
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

SPRING PIONEERING
 PLANTS. JOHN RICK R SON.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

Governor Whitman appointed Harry E. Lewis district attorney of Kings county.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1916-04-25

Farmer wans Ads. One Cent wora
Rock Island Argus., 1916-11-30

FT1H ARD ] HUBER
EMIL r. SCHIE BRT
EecuE1rB.
Rock Island Argus., 1916-11-30

FlaEed and belted models in
raL0urs. chevi0ts and mixtures
-oIars and styles that are suit
able for almost any occasion
where q warm. comfortable coat
IS needed
Rock Island Argus., 1916-11-30

AN assor tment Of about 50 silk
and serge dresses, also crepe de
chimes and cnarmeuses. Pretty
STYLES and good Wearable cOl0rs.
Have been selling at SI9.25 to
sz9.75.
Rock Island Argus., 1916-11-30

warabast patticoats look like
silk. feel like silk and wear bet
ter than silk, and are sold with q
written guarantee. Have deer
fTounces and self-fitting tops
Good range Of colors.
Rock Island Argus., 1916-11-30

All the news all the time The
argus.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23
MOOSE TREAT FOR
k|DDIES, COMING.
Wednesday Afternoon at HIppodrome
Theatre, Youngsters Will be
Entertained by Local
Lodge.
TO HAVE MANY MOVIES
Big Program Of Pictures and Music
is Planned by tho
Committee In
Charge.
TO HAVE MANY MOVIES

Keokuk lodge Of Moose are making
great preparations for the Christmas
treat for the Riddles of Keokuk who
might have missed visit from Santa
Claus. The treat will be given next
Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock
at the Hippodrome theater. The pro-
gram will consist of motion pictures.
and there will be musical numbers
by some of the leading Keokuk musi-
clans.
The children will be guests Of the
Moose lodge. and everything will be
done by the lodge to give them a
good time Following the pictures
there will be little treat for each
one of the children.
The Moose aim to take care Of the
youngsters who might be overlooked
by old Santa and judging from their
plans for this year, they have been in
touch with old st. Nick, and know
just what to do to please the kiddcs
most.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23
CITY NEWS.

The Keokuk high school second
basketball team trimmed Hamilton
high, 23 to 20 in hard fought game
at Hamilton last night. The two
teams were tied during most of the
posed of Willard Roberts, center;
Lloyd Roberts and Van Garrison, for
wards and Stadler, Evans and Schaf.
er, guards. L. Roberts threw five
baskets, W. Roberts, four and CARR.
son, two.
Three marriage licenses were
issued today to Frank S. Shaw, 10,
and Vesta Batten, 16, both of Croton;
Ace l. Musick. %, and Elvira May
Allen. 10, of Keokuk; J. E. Foster. 81,
of Watoga, H., and Zetta Van Aus.
dali, "a, of Keokuk.
-Vesta Batten and Frank S. Shaw,
couple from Croton, Iowa, were
married this afternoon by James S.
Burrows, justice Of the peace. The
wedding occurred in the clerks office.
-Nels A. Lindstrum and wife have
conveyed to Louis Stephan lot in
block 10 in Kilbournes addition.
Employees Of the Central store
enjoyed their annual Christmas frolic
last evening. The clerks always dress
a tree with decorations and gifts, and
after their frolic Is over the tree is
taken to the home of some worthy
person in order that they may share
something Of the Christmas joy.
Masonic, Special Tuesday after
noon, Dec. &c at o'clock. Eagle
lodge. Third degree.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23
|Gb Q WAR SAW
. <:GATEE;sGs1T!!:.Y:l

er, John, who. lives south OF town.
and sister, Mrs. Chas. Paar, OF
Warsaw. His father passed away
when he was quite young. Funeral
was held Friday from his late home,
Rev. H. w. Rabe officiating.
The Goodfellow movement is active,
hustling and alert, looking after the
needy this cold weather, but FORUM
ately Warsaw has not many. Thus
far the clubs appeal has received a
generous response from number OF
our citizens of both sexes, S141.50 be-
ing thus far reported. The CONNER
cial club Thursday night, passed the
hat" and a neat sum secured. even
contributions from some who mad
responded as business men previous
ly. At a recent meeting OF the Good
fellows club, the following officers
for 1917 were elected: Geo. ]. Risto,
president; Rev J. M. Thompson, vice
president; Rev. Karl krughoff. treas
urer: Miss Clark Reichmann, sec
rotary. The executive committee
are: Rev. DR.. Geo. Long. Mrs. H. s.
Bardens. Mrs. John Grant, Mrs. L..
Fairfax and Mr.. Joseph Fry. =,
After January 1, 1917, free tele-
phone toll service to Basco will be
granted; a kind Of salve to our spir-
it's because the residence phones will
then be $3.50 per month and Offices
and business houses $500 per month.
1t is reported that Hon. Clyde
Tavenner, defeated November Z, as
congressman of this, the fourteenth
district, proposes to contest the cleo
ton of Hon. VIM. Graham to that
position.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Somehow cele-
brated their silver wedding December
is, in a quiet manner; about thirty
five guests being present, besides the
pastor, Rev. H. w. Rabe, who mar
ried Frederick Somehow and Miss
Henrietta Paar December II, 1891;
the anniversary falling on Sunday
this year, Monday was chosen for
the celebration. An interesting social
evening was spent, and refreshments
served.
The marriage Of Miss Bertha Mey-
err. daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs. F. w.
Never. of Suffer, and Walter III.
Jams. Of Monroe, Wis. occurred Sat
urday. December Is, at $3.50 p. NJ,
at the German Evangelical parsonage.
The couple were attended by Geo. q.
Never. brother of the bride. and were
married by Rev. Brunn OF the German
Evangelical church, Suffer. After
the ceremony, bountiful supper was
partaken of at the home OF the bride
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23
WAS BURNED AT
ELECTRO METALS
Sparks Set Fire to Apron George GIL
pin Was Wearing, Thurs
day Night.

George Gilpin, an employe of the
Keokuk Electro Metals company, who
was burned while at work Thursday
night is resting easily at Graham
hospital, according to reports today
The burns, which are on his thighs
and fingers, are not serious, it is re-
ported and a speedy recovery is ex-
pected.
An apron Gilpin was wearing while
working at the plant was set on fire
by sparks. He was taken to the hos
pital and his burns dressed by Dr.
F. B. Dorsey Jr.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23

and on Sunday a reception was given
at which twenty-five friends were
present. Mr.. and Mrs. Jams left
Wednesday for Denver, Colo, to spend
the holidays with his parents, and
will visit other points until March /,
They will settle on a farm near
Palmyra, Wis.
The public schools closed yesterday
for a ten days holiday vacation.
Our boys and girls are arriving
for the holidays and there will be
many happy reunions Victor
Schramm from Military Academy,
Bonneville, Mo: Cecil Thompson.
from Knox college, Galesburg; Milton
Hunt, Jr., from State University,
Urbana; Earl Wallace, South St Paul;
Frank Wallace, Chicago; Truman
Plantz, Jr.. from Chicago University;
Asaph and Leonard Hammond, sons
of NJ. H. Hammond, Urbana Usivers-
ity and Miss Laura Fry, from Normal
college at Normal, Ill.
Merle Eymann arrived from Pueblo
Colo. Monday, being called home by
has resigned his position as clerk in
the Eymann dry goods store, posi-
ton he has efficiently held for over a
third of century.
Fourteen degrees below zero Thurs.
day morning, and four below Friday
morning.
Mrs. E. H. LeBron spent Sunday
with her son, ]. W. kirkpatrick and
family. Mrs. LeBron will entertain
her son and family Christmas day.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23

WARSAW, ILL.,, Dec 23.-Dfed in
McCook, Nebraska, Sunday, December
II. 1916, at 1915 p. M, Mrs. Virginia
E. Hammond, wife of Mr.. W. P. Ham
mond, ST.. aged &C years, eight months
and ten days.
Virginia Eudocia Wilson was born
in Warsaw, April z, 1850. the daugh-
ter OF Harmon and Helen NJ. Wilson,
She was married in Warsaw to Mr..
VIM. p. Hammond February 9, 1875.
To this union four children We're
born, all of whom survive their moth
er, namely: William 4; p. of Chi
cago: Harmon w, OF Lewis county.
Missouri; Miss Mary. and Mrs. Vfr-
ginia Van Pappelendanf, of this city.
She Is also survived by one broth
er, Milton T. Hunt, Of Warsaw, step
sister, Miss Ellen Hunt, of Hender-
son. Ky, large humber of other
relatives, and many friends who av-
vreciated her true worth. Mrs.
Hamrn.ond's death was not unlocked
for. she had been i'll several months
and i'm October she was taken TO
McCook, Neb, in hopes that change
OF climate would benefit her; there
was an improvement, but only tenn
porary. and she gradually grew worse
until death released her spirit to God
who gave 1t.
Mrs, Hammond was woman OF
great beauty of character, cultured,
refined possessed of a personal charm
that end cared her to all who knew
her. true christian, good wl1e, a
6ving mother; her passing has orok-
en- the family circle and lett an
aching void that never can be fllied'
the family has the heartfelt sympathy
Of this community. in which she spent
her whole life. She was a member OF
St. Parll's Episcopal church IN whlhc
Ashe was confirmed when girl. the
remains arrived here Tuesday, w. p.
Hammond. Jr., OF Chicago, meeting
the family at Mt. Pleasant, and Har-
mon w. Hammond at Burlington.
The family have one consolation,
THAT tine father who became critical
py i'll n few weeks ago, when on ms
Journey to join his wife and daugh-
tiers AT McCook, stood well the return
"trip and no i'll effects have follow ed.
The funeral occurred at 2 p. m,
"Wednesday, December 20, from the
residence, Rev. DR.. George Long OF
St. Paull's church, officiating. The
remains were deposited In the re-
ceiving vault. Oakland cemetery.
A wagon load of Christmas mail
leaves Warsaw daily; the heaviest In
DIR city's history.
Harry Weigand, well known
young man, died "Wednesday evening
|at the home of his parents. after
only four days illness with cerrebro
spinal meningitis He was born In
Warsaw in June, 1884; was educated
in the Lutheran school, and confirm
ed in the German Lutheran church
Of this city. All Of his life had been
spent In Warsaw, and he was well
known and liked His death was
shock to his friends, many OF whom
did not know of his Illness. He
leaves his step-father and his mother,
DR.. and Mrs @. A. Warner, one broth
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23
PERSON AIS.

Mrs. F. H. Price Of Hoquiam, Wash
fngton. is visiting her sister, Mrs. w.
v. Martin.
Mrs. NJ. F. Peterson is spending the
holidays with her son at Moline, Ill.
Miss Eva Hulson will arrive tonight
from Chicago for the Christmas holi-
days.
Arthur G. Morgan will arrive in the
morning to spend the holidays in
Keokuk.
Harry Padgett is home from Lake
Farest for the Christmas holidays.
Russell Harsch of Moline, Ill.,, will
arrive tonight to spend the holidays
with his parents.
Horace Symmonds left for WA
conda, Mo-, to spend Christmas with
his grandfather.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23
SCROFULA AND ALL
HUMORS GIVE WAY

There are many things learned
from experience and observation that
the older generation SHOULD impress
upon the younger. Among them is
the fact that scrofula and other
humors. which produce eczema, boils.
pimples and other eruptions, can be
most successfully treated with Hoods
Sarsaparilla.
This great medicine is a pecuiiar
combination of remarkably effective
blood-purifying and health-glVlns
roots, barks and herbs. when are
gathered especially for 1t.
Hoods Sarsaparilla has stood the
test of forty years.
Get bottle today-now-from
our nearest drug store. Always keep
on hand.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23

list is James B. Diver, who
gave the use Of his building at Fourth
and Main streets to the community
committee. This Is big item in
matter of this sort, and the committee
is very grateful to Mr.. Diver for the
use of his building. and appreciate his
generosity. The building is centrally
located and was the logical place for
headquarters.
Contributions received by the treas
urer, Miss Buck, this afternoon were:
Mrs. Mary Huiskamp. -..-...--.Sl. %
cash 2. 90
F. z. Gcsewisch ...........-..-. l.oJ
ash l 90
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23
4 vo1RE DAME upy's APPEAL.

m all knowing sufferers Of rheumsism. Wne o
~ a., or OF the joints. sciatca lumoaeos
nacsache. pains in the kidneys or tnsofnnens
PANS rs reneatedly cured nil Of these tortures.
she Il her duty to send it TO all
FREE. You cure yourself ct home as tnoT nsce..
rii tes.,fyNno change Of climate being ne seid
vary. This simple discovery eanlshe sonts pur-
rom the blood loosens the s.u 81. syes. giving
las,,cisy and tone to the whole system - 49,
nsse interests You, for proof address ,,A-
uosI ~ summer, BOZ Z NotEe Oa"es 49,
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1916-12-23
PERSONALS.

Miss Crissie Millspaugh, Of Burling-
ton Mrs. Kate Anderson and family
Of Trbana. Ill. Mr.. and Mrs. Howard
Anderson OF Clearfield. Iowa and Mr..
and Mrs. Burt Anderson OF Fast Or
ange. \. J., are spending Christmas at
the home of :. f. Millspaugh.
Clarence Mars and Miss Alma Ross
of Keokuk went to Burlington TO-DAY
They were to be married there this
afternoon.