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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-02-13

ica came into underclothing and waists. Thousands of school children and young girls have gone about in these fantastic garments for want of better. Stacking is a poor covering in a climate where wool, and plenty of 1t, is stern necessity from November to April. For five months of the year the clammy chill which clings to the wet soil Of the low countries is somewhat more penetrating than the cold of a Mas sachusetts winter.
 What will America do with the B. 000000 Belgians and F'renchmen who are thrown on her conscience? The United States is the only great nation on the face of the globe at peace which means, among other things, that while Europe faces economic ruin, our pockets are filling. And for 12 months one third of a brave people have been slowly, in the matter of clothes, ap- preaching destitution Thanks to a marvellous organization of relief man. aged by Americans and partially sup ported by American money, food moves into Belgium across the Dutch border in a just adequate stream. Shelter and a minimum of bread there are, but dis ease and death may easily creep In by the other open door.
 Four million dollars worth of new cloth is wanted, or preferably the money to buy that amount. for the commission has exact knowledge as to the sort needed and exact information as to the cheapest markets. Winter trebled the need, and the winter is more than half gone by. When will the money come-and where from?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-02-13

Almost everyone knows that Sage Tea and Sulphur, properly compounded brings back the natural color and lustre to the hair when faded streaked or gray; also ends dandruff. itching scalp and stops falling hair. Years ago the only way to get this mixture was to make it at home, which Is mussy and troublesome. Nowadays, by asking at any drug store for "Wyeth's Sage and large bottle of this famous old recipe for about 50 cents.
 Don't stay gray! Try it! No one can possibly tell that you darkened your hair, as it does it so naturally and even ly, You dampen a sponge or soft brush with 1t and draw this through your hair, taking one small strand at time; by morning the gray hair disappears. and after another application or two your hair becomes beautifully dark. thick and glossy.-adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-02-13
MILLER's ANTISEPTIC OIL
 KNOWN AS Snake Oil
Will Positively Relieve Pain in Three
 MinnfAo

Minutes
 Try it right now for rheumatism neu- ralgia, lumbago, sore, stiff and swollen limbs, corns, bunions, etc. After one ap- plication pain disappears as If by magic. A never-failing remedy used inter- nally and externally for coughs, colds. croup, sore throat, diphtheria and tom silitis.
 penetrating remedy known Its prompt and immediate effect in reliving pain is due. to the fact that it penetrates to tration pour ten drops on the thickest piece of sole leather and it will pene- trate this substance through and through in three minutes
 Accept no substitute This great Oil is golden red color only. Every bottle money refunded. At leading druggists. Jacobs Drug Store agents.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-02-13
His Escape

 First Private-How did Schmidt escape from the Scottish guard? Second Private-He passed his helmet asking for contributions and the guard disappeared.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-02-13
An Accommodating Judge

From the Philadelphia Bulletin.
 County Justice-Ten dollars.
 Motor ist-Tve only $20. Can you change 1t?
 Justice No, but I can change the fine I'll make 1t $20.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-02-13

No Use! Lady of the House-Say. Dinah, did you clean the fish? Dinah-Law, no missus Why should An clean dat fish? He done lib all his life in de wattah.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
FURNISHING WATER TO R. R.
Negotiations Pending for City Plant to Supply All K. C. $. Needs Here.

The Kansas City Southern Rail- way Company for several weeks past has been getting a portion of it's water supply from the Mena city water plant, and negotiations are now pending to make a contract to furnish the entire supply that is needed by the company at this point. It is estimated that the amount required will be from 50,- GOO to l25,000 gallons per day, tho the amount furnished up to this time has not approached this quan- tity for the reason that the we'll at the railroad pumping station is still in use and furnishes a portion of the supply. George Duganne, the superintendent of the city plant, has installed a pump at the city well, and is confident that he will have no difficulty in supplying the demand of the company without materially weakening the source of supply.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
TOYS, DOLLS, GAMES AND
 FANCY GOODS

The whole back room of our store is full of Xmas goods. You see Santa Claus" in every direc- ton you look. We have enough to make the heart of every child in Polk county happy after Santa Claus has made his annual visit. Despite the unsettled market con- ditions we have the goods and the courage to offer you here some rare bargains in large variety of Holiday items. We urge you, however, to supply your needs at once as even this big stock may not last until Xmas.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
PEOPLE WHO INSPIRE YOU.
They Give You Determination to Accomplish Things Worth While, Inspire You to a Better Plan
 Of TiVinu

A former pupil of Draughon's Business College, Ft. Smith, Ark, said to the President, D. c. Smith, of this school, a few days ago, Whenever I talk with Mr. - of your school, who took a course five years ago, I want to rush right out and do something" The young man to whom reference is made, commands between $200000 and $300000 a year, and it not the only one drawing this much. Dozens of our former graduates are doing equally as well. This can also be said of the young ladies and thous- ands of young people are today on the road to success because of the inspiration given them by the splen- did young men and women who have touched their lives. If you could actually know your oppor- tunities you would leave no stone unturned in getting a business edu- cation at Draughon's Business Col lege, Ft. Smith, Ark, where you will find the surroundings conducive and i inspiring to good work. Do not underrate your abilityl Many of the most prominent men of the business world had no more prom ising beginning than you now have. They had determination and energy to win. This is a matter you can- not afford to passunheeded. A post card will bring you full particulars. Address, D. c. Smith, Pres, Fort smith, Ark.-Adv.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Parcel Post Social Grand Success.

The Ladies Aid of the Christian church gave a Parcel Post Social Tuesday evening at the hospitable home of Mir. and Mrs. H. E. Manning which proved to be a great success, Everybody entered into the spirit of
 Occasion and made it one even ing never to be forgotten. As soon as the guests arrived a fine musical program was rendered, after which a bountiful luncheon was served. Then came the gay part of the even ing, when every one gathered around the booth and selected a par eel. Upon opening them they found something very useful Many arti- eles displayed tine artistic needle work of some to be pround. At a late hour the guests departed, ex- pressing their thanks to the host and hostess for having spent one of the most pleasant evenings of the season. xxx
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
HIS TREATMENT
 IS REMARKABLE
X-PasSenger Agent fO: Northern ern Pacific Discusses Former Trouble-Unable to Work for SiN Years.

Nearly everybody in Knoxville, especially railroad people, know Captain F. s. Patty, for twelve years district passenger agent for the Northern Pacific railroad, with local offices in Chattanooga and general offices in St. Paul, Minn.
 On account of generally failing health Captain Patty was forced to discontinue active work and for the past few years has been making his home in Knoxville, where he num- bers his friends by his acquaint- ances. He is kind genial gentle man of the old school and is be- loved by all who know him. The following interesting statement was made by him in person to the Tan lac representative
 "I am 69 years old and always en- joyed good health up to about six years ago. when l suffered a nerv- ous breakdown and my general health failed me. My principal trouble was indigestion and catarrh, but my whole system seemed to be out of shape. My condition finally got so bad couldn't sleep at night and always after eating I would suf- fer so from indigestion and heart burn that I felt just like there was a coal of fire in my stomach. My hearing and vision were also aiIecf- ed. I consulted several doctors and they helped me considerably and I finally got so I could go around, but somehow I just couldn't feel right and could not sleep at night which made me awfully nervous and noth- ing l could eat seemed to agree with me.
 T began reading about this Tan lac when you first came here. but did not decide to try the medicine until I talked with a friend of mine who had actually used it. He said it was the best thing he had ever taken, and that was sufficient proof 5nT me
 T have just finished !ne first bot tie and came here this morning. moi only to buy the second bottle. but to tell you just what if has done for me. I began enjoying my meals from the first few drops. My nerv-. ousness is gone and I can sleep like Ia child and always wake up in the morning ready for breakfast and feeling refreshed. I am very fond of onions, but was almost afraid to eat them, because they always dls- agreed with me so: I could taste them for hours afterward. I ate one for dinner the other day and it agreed with me perfectly and I felt no bad after effects whatsoever. I tell you I am beginning to feel like a different man and am always eo- ing to keep this Tanlac on hand. II has done me more good than any thing else in the medicine line I have ever taken. I certainly do recommend it tO my friends. It is really remarkable" Adv
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
GETTING READY FOR NEW HOME
]. II. Diehl and Family of Egger
 Soon to Occupy Modern Home.

J. H. Diehl and son, Lawrence, were in from Egger Wednesday to market three bales of cotton and to get supplies. MT. Diehl and family are looking forward with pleasant anticipation to the time when they will be able to move into their new home which is nearing completion. Mr. Diehl already had a good house on his farm, but the new one, which will be ready for occupancy some time next week, is much more com modious than the old and is built on strictly modern lines, making it one of the finest country homes in the county. The comforting thing to Mr. and Mrs. Diehl and family is that the proceeds for the building of the home came from their own farm, and is part of the reward that comes to them for carrying on up-to-date and aggressive farming operations.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

We have just opened a full case of Wilson Bros" Underwear Heavy Ribbed Union Suits, Heavy Ribbed Two-Piece Suits and Heavy Fleece Lined Two-Piece Suits all go at the same price as they have been for the past years. Nl m Any size, per Suit. ..... 0ItUU
 Sanitary Fleeced Lined, a good heavy two-piece Underwear, we offer during this December A1n Sale at, per garment. ... 4JG And Full Suit for. ..... .S5c
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
w. o. W. ELECTION.
WOodmen Officers to Be Installed
 January 7Banquet to Follow.

a
 At the regular meeting of Rich Mountain Camp No. 2i5, W. 0. W. held Tuesday night the following officers were elected for the ensuing year; Elmer c. Eddy, Consul Commander; Edgar York, Adviser Lieutenant; Oscar Afford, Banker; P. C. Rogers, Clerk; F. G. MOntgom- cry, Escort; Doy Crosson, Watch man; Hugh Gateley: Sentry; F. 0. Embry, Manager for three years
 Drs. G. P. Dunman, C. C. Gunnels and J. G. Hilton were retained as amp Physicians.
 Arrangements were made for a public installation of these officers to be held on the first Tuesday in January, the plan being to have the state Manager present to ofliciate at the installation It is also planned to have a supper on this occasion for the members of the lodge and their families P c. Rog- CTS, F. c. Embry, Oscar Afford, H.. NJ. Frederick and D. David were ap- pointed a committee to make the arrangements for this meeting, the hope being to make it an epoch marking function in the history of the local order
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Col. steward to Kansas City.

Col. J. M Steward, who has been in the barber business in Mena for the last five years and more, part of the time owning two shops, closed out his interests along that line and left Saturday night to join Mrs. Steward, who had been in Kansas City for a month and half. MT. Steward sold his Southside shop several months ago to Ray Gift, and the sale of the shop in the Blocksom block was made to M. R. Dunn, who has really been in possession since the first of the month. Cecil Bar ham, who had been in the employ of Col. Steward for a long time, will have charge of the shop for Mr. Dunn and Ali Walker will be associated with him in the work.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Rev. j. B. Sims Goes to New FieIe.

The Rev. J. B. Sims returned the first of the week from Malvern, where he had attended the annual conference of the Little Rock dis trict of the M E. chugch, South. He is now busy packing his goods preparatory to moving to his new appointment He has been assigned to the work at Hagen and Devall Bluff, two points located on the Rock Island railway, about ' miles apart. He will make his headquar- ters in Hazen, and will serve the two congregatios on each alternate Sunday. He plans to get away in time to occupy the pulpit at one of the points next Sunday
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
HONOR ROLL.
For Grannis High School for 0cto-
 Der and November.

desire to make special mention of the names of Regina Barnes and Gertrude Robertson for the month of November. The following pupils have made i00ee i'll department and 90q5 or above in attendance:
 Regina Barnes, Gertrude Robert son, Patsy Mathes, Wynnie Clinton, Bertha Clinton, Gladys Clinton, Les lie Poe, Verra Hamill Estella Case beer, Evalyne Vernoys, B. H. Clin- ton, Glen Hungate, Raymond Coyle.
 All patrons of the Grannis school are cordially invited to visit the school. There will he something doing every Friday and your pres ence will be much appreciated by the teachers. Very respectfully
 w. R. Thurman, Principal.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Report of Two-Mile School.

Number of pupils registered to
 udle ........s...., q. ..-.-...... ....- 44 Average daily attendance. .... 40 Per cent of attendance. ....-..9l Those in the Eighth grade who made an average of 77s6 in the 8 subjects in this months examina- ton are; Irma Nichols, 94; Daisy Mason, 90: Viola Ward. 89; Rosa Nichols, 82; 0len Ward, 78; Grace Martin. 7S; Artie Bell, 78; Horace Martin, IT.
 Amos MusgraVe. Teacher.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Are Located in Oklahoma City.

Roger and Argy Bates of the Big Fork community, with their fami- lies recently left for Oklahoma City. Ok, where the men expect to get employment. Argy, who left about week before his brother, has already secured job in a packing house, and both of the boys have succeeded in getting satisfactorily located
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
COTTON PRICES TRIPLE LOWER
Ranged Around 19 Cents the Past
 Week-3633 Bales Marketed.

During the week closing Wednes- day there have been an average of i5 bales of cotton marketed daily, bringing the total number marketed in Mena up to 3633 bales. During the corresponding period last year there were 27l bales marketed, tho the total at that time was only 209S
 During the past week the price has been ranging about i9 cents, which is slighly lower than during the previous week. The total sold in Mena is distributed among the buy
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
F. B. Daniels Gets Promotion.

E. B. Daniels, who has made head quarters in Springfield, Mo, for about year as travelling salesman for the Hutchinson Milling Co.,, has written his father that he and Mrs. Daniels and the children plan to move to Hutchinson. Kas., the first of the year. Mfr. Daniels has been offered the position of sales manager of the milling company at substantial increase in salary.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
COATS AT $500.

Only twenty-five Coats in this line. The colors are black, brown and blue. They are small sizes, mostly misses sizes. They are worth up to $8.50 and are offered as a leader in our Ladies Ready to-Wear Department OF m during this Sale at. .... OJsuu
 Every other Coat in our stock not described here will be marked down in the same proportion as those given here.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Nervous Women.

When the nervousness is caused by constipation, as is often the case,
 ou will get quick relief by taking Chamberlain's Tablets. These tab let's also improve the digestion. Ob- tainable everywhere.--Adv.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
RED SEAL BINGHAM.

About one hundred new colors. An extra good Dress Gingham. You know the brand and the quail
 ity, You paid the same price for it years ago and we will still sell it at this price until our present stock is sold out. Then it will cost you i5c per yard. We offer any quantity now at, t01o yard IZOH
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Mrs. Gilmore Entertained ..5OOv Cluh


 Tuesday afternoon the 300 club had most delightful session with Mrs. Katie Gilmore as hostess. Aft CT several games had been played in which Mrs. Prickett won highest honors, Mrs. Gilmore assisted by Miss Margaret served a very dainty lunch, which brought the evening to q close. The next meeting will be with Mrs. J. T. Spring, December iS.
 xxx.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
AN EXCELLENT VALUE IN LADIES' COATS.

They are most handsome mod els, having an air of originality unequaled before at this price. Large collars, flare bottoms, com bined with the best of trimmings make these very attractive. They come in Fancy Mixtures and Pushes. We have any color and size you wish. Values from Sl2.50 to $i5.00 on sale during Nifl m
 the month of December OiUsuU
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Cough Medicine for Children.

Mrs. Hugh Cook, Scottsville, N. r., says: About five years ago when we were living in Garbutt, N. r., l doctored two of my children suffer ing from colds with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and found it just as represented in every way. It promptly checked their coughing and cured their colds quicker than anything I ever used' 0btainable everywhere
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
XMAS HAIR RIBBONS.

The prettiest line you ever saw and the best quality at the price we have ever offered. Seventy five new and different colors, fan cy lowered, cheeks and stripes; 1 to inches wide. The time 0Ec to buy is now. Per yard. kUU
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
XMAS NECKXyEAR.

We have in our stock about 50 dozen new Neckties. They were bought several months ago but just made and shipped to us in time for our Holiday trade. They are the prettiest colors you ever saw, the newest to be had. All have wide open ends, Some packed in Xmas boxes. We offer excellent qualities of silk in four different lines at
 25c, 50c, 75c and Si.00.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
THESE ARE OVERCOAT DAYS

And this is the Overcoat Store. You don't need us to tell you how comfortable a good coat feels when the mercury drops. As us- ual we're ready to meet your ev- cry want. You could not find wider range of styles than we are showing. A special line of blacks and greys in long lengths with a5 as"y''''''. .....,.,.. collar. SS.5O
 Others S7.50 to Sf7.00.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

f bargain is not merely low price. KY KY when you get low price and Gnn guallty do you have a bargain. qr,I,It at The Star office and sec for llaat a Sell SCI tue club of four magazines isC ikso we s offer for only 25 cents more
 TT eiie cost of our paper alone.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

eroI 'I1u-A girl or woman to do gen. lama r' nsSousework. Can live in the
 bn n n, necessary; permanent posi- rhohe I0. 28O-tf
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Lewisville, Ark, but who died in a hospital in Shreveport.


 hospital in Shreveport.
 Paul Griffith went on duty Mon day night as watchman, taking the place of D. David, who gave up the work to enter the employ of Hen ry Christy.
 Mir. and Mrs. Fred Van Wagner returned Sunday from . trip of a week to Scott county, where they visited at the home of Mrs. and Mrs. D. c. McComas.
 Henry Stickleman, who recently moved from Mena to his farm near Howard, was in the city Monday to get medical attention. Mir. Sickle man is suffering with dropsy.
 Oscar Wallace, who had been in the community near Pecan Gap, Tex, during tn past crop season, arrived in Mena Tuesday for a visit among Polk county relatives.
 Joe Ross and son, James, living in Howard county, east of Wickes, were in Mena Tuesday on business, having made the trip in their auto. mobile.
 J. H. McGraw of Mansfield, Ark, who had been prospecting for about a week in the vicinity of Rich Mountain, spent Monday in Mena. Mr McGraw is thinking of locating in Polk county.
 Big Fork had good delegation of folks in Mena Tuesday, all of whom came in to do shopping. Among those in were Arthur. Henry and George Lilies, John Davis, Clem Lewis, c. V. Hamrick, Walter Bates and T. H. Jones.
 Mr. and Mrs. J, Hollister Full left last Tuesday night for Kansas City, where Mr. Tull will attend the annual meeting of the Missouri State Board of Horticulture, being on the program for one of the ses- sions.
 Mack Sims left Monday night for Pittsburg, Kas., where he will be in the employ of the water service of the Kansas City Southern railway. He will be on the road much of the time, his territory being between Kansas City and Mena. w H. Abner, aged 36, of Hatfield, and Miss Becky Scott of Octavia, Ok, aged i9, were granted a mar riage license Monday by County Clerk Will Alexander. They were united in marriage at the office of the county clerk by the Rev. T. A. Park of the Presbyterian church. J. A. Thornton and Clyde Whise- nant arrived in Mena Monday night in an overland trip from Blaine, Ok, where they have been running gin during the season just closed. Mir. Whisenant has been in charge of the gin throughout the season, and reports that he has had a splendid run. ~ Pictures framed by Hiltebraed; ;4- ' Adv. 106-6f 4Q-3t r.s's
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

lot 1a'orNiee ou 5-room house, and sira s On Fourth street Terms. h.
 oi Ii. E. Manning.-Ady. 282tf
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
Special December Values

ESE wonderful offerings this me when good merchandise These offerings line with policy always giving customers every benefit possibly can
  ing and Shoes family
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

Wanted to Buy-Good milk cow In-
 quire E. Hewitt, R i, Mena.-Adv- 288-it ig-ft. a6.fv
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
STANDARD PRINTS.

Standard American Prints in lights, greys and blues. This cloth is worth 715c at the mill today. We will sell 20 yards to c1o each customer at, yard. .... U2G
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

Kodaks at HiItebrand's.-Adv 2s6 -6t 49-3t. An
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
CANVAS GLOVES

Heavy weight, fleece lined with gauntlet or knit wrist. nE~ 3 pair for ...,....Z ZJU With Heavy Leather Palms. .. 25c
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

lEsXsnas presenEss. at H iItHfiranuls.-- Adv. 286-6t 49-3t-
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07
36-INCH PERCALES.

Light colors, greys and blues; 36 inches wide; best i21ac quality; to 20 yards in each piece, but will sell you any quantity at, tnr per yard. ........ .IUG
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

Paul Griffith went on duty Mon day night as watchman, taking the place of h. David, who gave up the work to enter the employ of Hen ry Christy.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

Mir. and Mrs. Fred Van Wagner returned Sunday from trip of a week to Scott ~ounty, where they visited at the home of Mrs. and Mrs. D. c. McComas.
The Mena weekly star., 1916-12-07

Pictures framed by Hiltebrands s Adv. 286-6t 49-3t.