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El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
PLAINVIEW FARMER USES
SHEEP TO WEED HIS FIELDS

Piainyiew. Texas. Sept S.-Otto Ber-
chardt. who has nearly 1000 acres of
land in cultivation east OF here. believes
in running a small flock of sheep
through his growing crops to keep
them stripped of weeds and other root
growth He says sheep make him more
money than anything else in his farm
In proportion to their cost and herding
BOrChardt's kafir cane and maize
fields are freed of weeds and grass
and are stripped for two feet Of use
less leaves By the sheep
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
CATTLEMAN MARKETS FIRST
COTTON BALE AT BIG SPRINGS

Big Springs. Tex, Sept. S.-Approx-
imately 500 was received by F. E. Alb
ney, a cattleman north of this city. for
the first bale of cotton marketed here
this season The cotton brought 1511
cents per pound and a separate price
was paid for the seed. Mr.. Abney also
received s35 as prize for the first bale
marketed.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
YUMA FARMERS
FIND COST HIGH
Reclamation Promised To
Them at S35 Per Acre
Runs Up To 500.

una. Ar1Z-- sept c-An6 ldl lil1l9
under the Yuma reclamation project
lately received an official visit from
legal representatives OF the reciama-
ton service. who advised that they
give up the plan IF a water users
association and organize. instead. an
irrigation district with the idea that
under the new scheme all uncultivated
lands could be assessed for the main
tenance Of the canals and dam. There
is no enthusiasm over the proposal.
Reclamation Costs 500 nm Acre.
The irrigators Just now are more
deeply concerned in finding some way
for lifting a portion Of burden they
consider excessive They were prom
fsed reclamation at the cost OF 500 an
acre. The real cost thus far is SlVV
an acre. It is very improbable that
this gross cost will have to be PAID
locally. for it approaches closely me
value of a large part of the lands re
claimed and there Is a prospect also
that the Imperial valley may come IN
TO the Laguna project. thus bringing
the cost per acre down about 20 per-
cent
Change In Plan Unlikely
It is very unlikely that any change
will he authorized in the present plan
which is the same as shown in the
Salt River and other projects, origi@
nally drawn up by judge J. H. hlbDeY
of Phoenix. who for several years was
attorney for the Yuma project farm
ers-
Changes Wording in BILL
change has been made IN the
wording of the bill giving authority
for the reclamation Of the mesa lands
near Yuma The original bill would
have set a price per acre of the max
imum sum bid for any part OF the
acreage. After protest from here
director Davis. OF the reclamation
service, has secured substitution OF the
words equal to the estimated cost.
in setting the acreage price
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
PHOENIX WOMAN ASKS
ALD IN EN- DING HISRANn

Mrs J. +. Allen. Of Phoenix. Ariz..
IS extremely anxious to locate her hus-
band. J. Z Allen. whom she believes
Is now in FL Paso according to a teie-
gram received Thursday afternoon by
secretary J. 3. Gwin. OF the associated
charities In the telegram Mrs. Allen
states that her husband is wanted in
view OF pressing circumstances and
urging the local secretary to find him
il possible.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
CLINT FARMER WILL THRESH
BIG ACREAGE OF ALFALFA

Clint. Texas Sept. "a new alfalfa
huller was unloaded here by ". P
Skov, preparatory TO the threshing of
a large acreage of alfalfa which has
been left for seed by a number of the
valley farmers this year. Mr. Skov re-
ports that he Will have at least
months threshing yet with the wheat
oats and barley crops before the al
falfa season opens
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
CAPT. YOUNG TO O. NJ. c,

Capt Frederick S Young. of the 23d
infantry. has been detailed as mem
Der OF the quartermaster corps in place
of Capt. Claude S. Miller. Capt. Young
was adjutant of the 18th infantry at
Fort Bliss when that regiment was
commanded by Col Edwin Glenn.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
The Daily Novelette,
Getting the colonel. Goat.
planted seven
Kinds of seeds
Which sprOufed twenty
Sorts of weeds.

HoFts OF weeds
6I"OATS are curious animals" said
Col Harta Beetem musinelv
apropos OF sharing jaundfces
at the mouth of the DamvaIia. ~Gener-
ally. or as a usual thing. one might say.
goats are not affectionate creatures.
but once goat grew really fond of
me-used to follow me about every
where, though I trust it doesn't seem
conceited for me to be saying it.
Twas while I was in central Nom
bania hunting V-necked eagle for the
Jonesonian institute ! hadn't even so
much as caught sight OF Wrecked
eagle-they're the rarest as well as the
most powerful and dangerous species
and each day as ! set out. this goat
would tag along at my heels
We'll. gentlemen. one morning the
COMPOUNDED animal swallowed four big
sticks of dynamite that he found lying
about loose Naturally I didn't relish
the thought OF his following me with
that charge in him. but there was no
shaking him off I didn't want to shove
him hard. or anything of that sort for
fear of the consequences. so he mean
dered along behind me and I walked
along. carefully avoiding rocky places
for fear he might slip on one of them
and blow himself and me to smith
Greens. till finally a bright idea struc
me. and 1 brought down a either bird
with one well placed shot. and stuck
the feathers in the goats hair till the
animal was quite disguised. doncha
know, | was aware of the fact YOU see
that Wrecked eagles practically eat
nothing but either birds. And sure
enough. installing that disguised goat
for its natural prey, a V-necked eagle
and n beauty. measuring IA feet from
tip to tip. sWOoped down. scared A
thousand feet high with him. squeezed
him till the dynamite exploded. and fell
at my, feet really very slightly dam
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
FLIVVER HITS CHAIsE.
AUTO DRIVER FAILS TO STOP

W. h Bishop, OF sol East Missouri
street had a narrow escape from in
jury Thursday afternoon at $40 o'clock
when the buggy in which he was riding
was struck by Ford touring car driv-
en- by Manuel Gabriel at Franklin
street and Mesa avenue
Mr.. Bishop was going east on Frank
lin when the Ford car. carrying a num-
Der of passengers, came down Mesa
adm struck the rear wheel of the buggy
Gabriel, according to witnesses, did not
stop
He is being held on a charge of reck-
less driving and speeding
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
Thinks Duffy's SavedHerLife

When sickness and debility oVertake
US, we naturally call physician, and
that is right; for individual effort in
medicine has reached high degree
Of skill. However, cases that will
not yield to drugs alone frequently
arise, and If is then the pure tonic
and stimulating effect of Duffy's
Pure Malt Whiskey has so often
come to the rescue, for it is a natural
food tonic in liquid form. What
this lady so clearly states is not an
isolated case by any means:
Two years ago after a severe i'll
ness of stomach trouble, ! was left in
such a weakened condition that nv doc
tors thought l might not live through
the winter. But thanks to your wonder
full stimulant and tonic. Duffy's Pure
Malt Whiskey, l am now strong and
well. weighing over 155 pounds. which ia
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08
AUTos COLLIDE on PIEDRAs.

An automobile driven by +. NJ Trip
lett was slightly damaged Thursday
afternoon when il was struck by an
other car in front of the Rolston hos
pital on Piedras and Montana streets
No arrests have been made.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08

Judge Steers Of Brooklyn. y. Y recently
ruled that a husband may legally spank a
wife who refuses 10 kiss him.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08

ADV.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08

The first American school 10 be heavily
endowed was Girard college. and today It s
the richest one on earth
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08

tax lien" for default in payment Of
such tax. not a lien Of record for the
entire Indebtedness
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1916-09-08

Mr. Burr. who was here for some
weeks. was enthusiastic over the wav
IN which the FL Paso valley and F,Ie-
phant Butte water users boards are
taxing IN the suggestion for the or
sanlzation of irrigation districts. and
ne said the prospects or early drainage
OF the valley We're very bright. His
headquarters is North Yakima. and he
went by way Of Yuma. Orland. Cal. ana
Klamath. Ore anu
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
MANY TO ATTEND
BARRACKS DANCE
Photo by Buck.

Major and Mrs. Gustave Lukesh will
entertain at dinner this evening at their
quarters et Washington Barracks. TAX
ing their guests later to the hop at the
otncers club. Capt. and Mrs. Robert
.. A. Dougherty. who have recently
moved to quarters at the barracks from
their residence In town, will have guests
at dinner before the dance.
The informal hop at the Officers Club
this evening will be the first social
event or the season at the barracks
Col. Mason Patrick, commanding officer
at the post, and Mrs. Patrick. will re-
ceiVe the guests, assisted by Major and
Mrs. Lukesh. The Engineer Band will
play for the dancing. and buffet sup
per Will be served during the evening.
The hop Is given In honor OF the new
corners among the officers at the bar
racks. and those who have returned
from temporary duty on the border,
Senator Borah entertained at dinner
at the University Club last evening.
s.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edison Bradley have
closed their summer home at Alexandria
Bay, Thousand Islands. and are at
Tuxedo Park. n. Y, for the autumn
season.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
WASHINGTON FOLKS
PRA|S|NG REMEDY
E. N. Seaman, III Florida Ave.
N. E., Says Plant Juice Great.
Iy Benefited Him.

One ia not required to take Plant
Juice the new herbal stomach remedy,
for weeks and months before he re-
ceives any benefit In order that skep-
teal people may be convinced immedi-
ately, the formula is so constructed as
TO give almost instant relief. thereby
giving the sufferer the necessary con-
fidence. He will then continue the use
OF Plant Juice until he has fully re-
covered his health.
To those skeptical individuals, who
want to be Shown" the following sign
ed statement from Mr.. F. NJ. Seaman,
OF No. III Florida Avenue n. e.. will be
or interest. Mr.. Seaman Is we'll
known resident OF this city, having
many friends and acquaintance. He
said:
II have been troubled with my stom-
ach for over year: had indigestion,
was badly bloated with gas, and suffer-
ed agony after eating. ] was nervous,
could not sleep at night, was consti-
pated, my liver and Kidneys were at
fected. and l was completely run down,
which was brought about by irregular
meals. / had tried many different medi-
cines. but got no permanent relief, and
when | read so much about Plant Juice
| decided to give II a trial. After taking
II for several weeks II has Strengthened
me out and ! am feeling the best ]
have in years"
There are numerous symptoms of this
trouble that Plant Juice can relieve. In
fact any one OF the following may de-
note affections of the stomach Indi-
gestion, dyspepsia, belching of wind.
bad breath, sick, throbbing headaches,
poor circulation, night sweats, that
tired feeling, costiveness, a coated
tongue, or poor complexion,
Plant Juice IL a vegetable remedy, eX-
tracted from the roots. herbs. banks,
and berries OF numerous medicinal
plants. II Is Natures own remedy and
works wonders. 1t gives almost Inn
mediate relief, in practically every case
where people suffer as above outlined.
The Plant Juice man Is at the Peoples
Drug Store, corner OF 9TH and T. streets,
where he Is daily meeting the local pub
lie, and introducing and explaining the
megttA Qf-this remedy,-AdVt.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
Capt. DOlIn1an Is Back
From Mexican Border
Commander of District Field Hospital Corps Re-
turns, Enthusiastic Alb out Good Results As
complshed By Work.

capt. Clarence NJ. Dollman. OF the
District Field Hospital Corps. has just
arrived In Washington after three
months OF service with the District
national guard on the Mexican border.
Captain Dollman's organisation is now
at Douglas, Arizona. awaiting railroad
transportation. They will return TO
the District as soon as the railroa DIS
can supply the cars.
captain Dollman. bronzed by the
outdoor life, enthusiastically tells OF
the good results which the work on
the border has brought to the MEM
bcrs OF the field hospital unit.
Every man Is well. happy. and con.
tented" said Captain Dollman. and
although they are all eager to get
home. II IL only because they know
the work to which they were assigned
has been completed. and the manner
In which they did that work was n
credit to themselves and the District.
Our organization was encamped at
warren. Arlz.. which is 1000 feet above
sea level
I'VE looked after the health of the
Twenty-second United States Infantry.
organization.
There were no serious sicknesses
among the men In our charge, which
shows the boys from the District were
on the job all the time"
The removal of the Twenty-second In
fantry from Warren ended the work OF
the District hospital unit, and DR.. DOLL
man obtained leave to come to WASH
ington ahead OF the troops.
From a physicians point OF view. Dr.
in every camp he saw on the border
"were excellent"
"Of course. there have been some
deaths among the troops now on the
border" said Captain Dollman. but
they have not resulted from bad Lying
conditions. The same number OF deaths
would occur anywhere among the same
number OF men"
Captain Dollman In very high In his
praise OF the men composing the Dis
trict Field Hospital unit These men
are nearly all students in either the
high schools or colleges In Washing
ton. The desire to continue their studies
upon their arrival in Washington Is
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12

one on, OF the factors which makes them
Life In our camp on the border was
c very little different from that In our
man, but, OF course, there was more
70 II; We were on n high plateau, aud
the desert In which we were camped ex-
tended away In every direction, as fiat
as floor, until II reached the noun.
flat plain.
There were no trees anywhere
around; During the rainy season. II is
true. there was a lot OF fresh, green
grass; spangled with every variety i'm
aginable OF wild flowers. But a week
after the rainy season ended II looked
as II fire had swept the plains. Every
thing was charred and withered to the
ground.
The high altitude affected the men
Tor the first few weeks. but after be-
coming acclimated, they enjoyed the
sweet. rare air.
The camp was as clean az a whistle. I
have seen more dirt in many homes than
l saw In the camp OF the Twenty-second
Infantry. As a consequence, there was
practically no sickness-none OF a Be-
rious nature.
THE boys in our outfit enjoyed them
selves thoroughly all the time. The
quail shooting was excellent, the only
restriction being that one conld not
shoot more than forty at one time.
Quall TOOK tne place OF chicken lot
us. and we enjoyed II at nearly every
meal
There IL one thing about this border
service which IL certainly great ad-
vantage. The men who nave soen scrv-
ice there this summer are ready 10 80
back at a moments notice. The best
thing about II Is they are familiar with
the climate, the country. and the peo-
pie. I hope there will never be any me-
cessity for lighting on the Mexican bor-
der, but N there Is. there will be n fine
lot OF trained soldiers to do it."
II seems there was no excitement of
any kind during their three months
stay on the border. except the one in
stance, when the six militiamen of the
field hospital crossed the border.
zone thing prevented them from be-
ing shot" said Captain Dollman. "and
that was because they were not armed.
As 1t was, they walked into. the Mexi-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
RAWL|NS POST OF
c. AR. TOCELEBRATE
J. B. Royce, Charter Member;
Guest Of Honor At Fiftieth
Anniversary.

With an empty sleeve as mute. testi-
moDy to his service to his country,
James b. Royce, Of $40 Eighteenth street
northwest. will be the guest OF honor at
the celebration OF the fiftieth anniver-
sary OF the organization of John A.
Rawllns Post. No. !. Department OF the
Potomac, q. A. r.. to be held tonight
at q. A. II. Hall.
One Of the two surviving charter
members OF John A. Rawlins Post, and
the only one living In the city at the
present time, Mr.. Royce has continued
In active membership ever since Octo-
Der u. 1865, when the first meeting was
In charge Of the celebration OF the an
niversary In Capt. Newton Ferree lie
Joined two months after the post was
formed and has been an active worker
ever since.
One Of First Posts in U. 8.
John A. Rawlins Post Is not only the
father OF all the Grand Army posts in
the District. but was the second or
third post formed In the entire United
states. Captain Ferree has written a
history OF the post which he will read
at the meeting tonight.
The name OF the post was authorized
ing designated only by numbers In
september. 1859. Gen. John \. Rawlins
died. General Rawlins had been GEN
eral Grants chief OF staff. and was at
that time acting as Secretary OF War.
The post was named I'm honor Of Cen
eral Rawlins four days after his death
or the original officers Of the post
but one is living. Gen. James T. Smith
who now makes his home In Lowell
Mass
Original Officers of Post.
The original officers OF the post were
w. l. Bramhall. commander; Wilson
Miller assistant commander: 8. f..
Chamberlain. adjutant: James T. Smith.
chaplain.
During the course OF its organization
the post has had a total OF l,l6T mem
bers. The roll OF honor, the members
who have died includes go names.
The celebration this evening will be
entirely post affair with the exception
that Corporal James Tanner will make
an address. The committee In charge,
headed by Capt. Newton Ferree, In
ciudes Alva =. Taber. Edward w. Whit
aker. John II. ID. Nordeman, James A.
Alien' and Suth w. Tuley.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
Galladay-Newman.

An interesting wedding took place
yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock In st.
jones Episcopal Church. when Miss
Marie Newman, daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. Fielder A. Newman. became the
bride of Emerson Golladay. The BRIDE
groom Is the son OF Mr.. and Mrs. Lem
uel Golladay. The Rev. ]. w. Clark
performed the ceremony.
The bride was given In marriage by
her father. She wore a travelling suit
of dark brown velour. with beaver
hat to match and a corsage bouquet of
gardenias and tea roses, Mrs. William
A. Yates, OF Baltimore, was matron OF
honor and the maid OF nonor was Miss
Lucie Anderson, DIR. Charles Ronald
Smith was best man. Mr.. end Mrs.
ceremony for wedding trip ana will
return for a visit to Mrs. Golladay' s
parents before going to Denver. Colo.
where Mr. Golladay is connected with
the Reclamation Service. TO make their
home.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
Dance ut Poplar Hill.

Mr.. and Mrs. J. S. Barbour danger
field were hosts at a delightful dance
last evening at Poplar Hill, their his
toric estate in Prince George county,
Nd. where they entertained an inter-
csting company of guests from WASH
inGton. Baltimore. and Prince George
county.
The wide colonial hall. running en-
tirely through the house. was lighted
In true colonial fashion by rows OF wax
candles set In the window stills and on
the mantels. while autumn leaves and
bright colored Japanese lanterns. hung
from the arches OF the doorways, lent
a touch Of gayety to the scene. A
buffet supper was served at midnight.
Mrs. Daingerfeld was assisted in re-
ceiving by her sister. Mrs. Hugo Renett,
of Philadelphia, who Is visiting at Pop
lar Hill. and among the guests from
Washington were DR.. and Mrs. J. Ryan
Devereux, Miss Agnes Messick. DR..
william b. Marbury. DIR. Adam Kemble,
william E. Davis. and Francis Hill.
r q
Mrs. Herbert Brown. Miss EIoise
Brown, Mrs. II. NJ. Cottingham. and
Mrs. t. r. Patterson, who have been In
New York for the past week or ten
days, will return to town Sunday. Mrs
Cottingham and her daughter Mrs.
Patterson. whose home Is In Marietta,
Ga, were guests OF Mr.. and Mrs. Brown
at the Wyoming for several weeks be-
fore going to New York. They will
spend the winter in Washington. and
have taken an apartment In 1860 Euclid
street.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
Doctor Loses Two Fingers
Under X-ray; Is Decorated

PARIS. Oct. 12.-Dr. Menard. OF the
Cochin Hospital, was decorated with
the Legion OF Honor as a recompense
Tor his loss OF two fingers by expos
ure to the x-ray in hospital work.
DIR. Menard. who has lost a finger
rom each hand. has accomplished adj
mirable results in the location ~ nroiec-
tiies in the bodies OF wounded soldiers.
IN the loss Of his fingers he learned
that tissue cells exposed TO the action
or the x-ray are subjected to a local
lzed disease OF nutrition. and. in con-
sequence. harden and rapidly deaden.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
ROCKVILLE.

Repatriation books for Rockville dis
trict show ninety-two names added to
the lists and seven stricken OF. follow
Ing the second sitting Of registration
officers yesterday. Republicans showed
the greater activity and made a net
gain OF forty-nine. The net Democratic
affiliate. w.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12

DENOMINATIONS" will give any shade desred
from light golden brown 10 black.
Your druggist sells 'Brownatone'' or will
get II for you. A sample and a booklet viii
be mailed you upon receipt of 10 cents and
your orders Will be fllled direct from our
desired.
Two sizes-25c and 81. 90
Insist on "Brownatone" at your hairdresa-
er's.
Prepared by the Kenton Pharmacal Co.
6ie u, Pike St, Covington, Ky. For sale in
washington by Peoples Drug Stores, O'Don-
-AdVt.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12

can trenches, were surroun led and ar
rested by a Jabbering lot OF soldiers.
and when asked for an explanation they
couldn't give It because they couldn't
speak Spanish.
Luckily a Mexican came along who
acted as interpreter, and the men were
line and turned over to the authorities.
They certainly had a narrow escape. I
can tell you"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
Royal Turkish Rugs

These are not OrentalS-aS the name
Suggests-but an American rug made on the
same lines as the genuine pieces The colors
are soft and pleasing, the designs faithful
copies of fine Persians, and the quality of
the highest standard of excellence.
The sizes are 25x4O, 3ox6o, 4x6 feet,
6X9 feet, 9Xio feet, and oxi2 feet.
The prices range from $3.50 to $500.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12

The county commissioners have APP
pointed Walter W. Plummer and Hor-
ton @. Thompson to assess real estate
In the first and second precincts Of
Gaithersburg district, as directed by the
State tax commission. John T. Clag-
EFT, originally named to make the re-
Assessment. declined TO serve
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12

In toleratlng UNI
attractive hair
than there Is In
wearing unbe-
coming gowns.
The one hair
stain that stands
; u y r o IN Q is
"Brownatone."
II In simple and
easy TO use. No
mixing. Just
comb or brush Il
Into your hair,
II can not be
detected, will
not rub or wash
IN, acts Instant
ly, and II alb
solutely HARM
laRa
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1916-10-12
Carpet and Rug Departments

Sizes range from iSx36 inches to 1t.3x
1870 Prices from. .$2.75 to $4,000
The Rego Carpet in plain colorS, 81, SO.
and 81 inches wide, with i8-inch band ard
chintz borders, will alone repay you for the
time spent in looking it over.