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Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16

chaplain; Dema Bingham, chaplain
Dema Stillwell, conductor; Rebecca
Dick, guard; Emily BASQUE, assistant
guard.
The Eugene Bible university glee
club will give concert here tomorrow
evening.
Mrs. w. f. Craven was called to
Monrovia, California, the fore part
of last week by the serious illness OF
her uncle, D. B. Taylor. Her son,
Dean, accompanied her.
A chorus Of thirty voices was or
ganized in Independence Thursday
night by Prof. Finley Of Portland. j.
G. Mcintosh was elected president,
Mrs. E. E. Paddock, vice-president,
Mrs. G. W. Conkey, secretary, ard o.
A. Macy, treasurer.
The ladies of the Baptist church
are going to serve business men s
supper in the basement of the church
tomorrow evening.
Edward Whitcraft and wife of
Great Falls, Montana, are in the city
the guests of III. Dadman and wife,
Mrs. Dadman being a sister to Mr..
Whitcraft. The latter is here look
ing over the country with view of
locating. as the long severe cold win
ters has impaired his health. He is
much impressed with the Oregon eli
mate.
Mary DeArmond M'Lane, sister
of R. c. and C. J. DeArmond Of this
city, died on January 7 at Grants
Pass, Oregon, from heart failure, at
the age of so. She was native of
Marysville. Tenn, and came to Or'-
gon in 1878. She was the wife of
Charles E. McLane, chief of Police
of Grants Pass. Besides the relatives
here there are four other brothers and
a son surviving her.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16
BOY MAKES LONG TRIP.
Earl Smith Goes to Uncle in Marion
Ohio.

Earl Smith, adopted son of Mr.. and
Mrs. H. F. Smith, left last Thursday
for Marion, Ohio, where he will make
his home hereafter with his uncle, III.
Brenner. For the past six years the
lad, who is now Is years of age, has
been living with the Smiths, they
having found him in Tillamook county
when he was almost starved. without
clothing and when he had not worn a
shoe for three years. After the Smiths
moved to Dallas year and a half
ago, his uncle in Ohio learned of his
whereabouts and, after considerable
correspondence induced him to re
urn east last week to make his home
here.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16
INDEPENDENCE.

Fire of unknown origin destroyed
the home of F. R. ARIEL week age
last Saturday evening while he ant
his family were attending the picture
show. The home was located il
North Independence. There was some
insurance on the property but moi
enough to cover the loss.
Emerson Shaffer has been hauling
gravel the past week.
Members of the Womans' Relief
corps very pleasantly surprised Mrs
Esther Morgan at her home last Mon
day evening. Music and games fur
nished amusement for the evening
Mrs. Morgan is soon to move to Ore
gon City.
L. G.. Reeves has purchased the
VIM. Lawton property on Fifth and
G streets.
Adam Green, who has been in the
hop business for several years, is hav'
ing his hop yard torn out. 1t IS
thought that many more hop men in
this vicinity will do likewise.
A number of Postmaster Wood s
friends gave him a surprise party Sat
urday night in honor of his thirty
fourth birthday.
VIII Cooper is helping his brother,
Kirk Cooper, remodel his new house
this week.
Ed. Simpson, Salem life insurance
agent, visited Sunday with his sis
ter. Mrs. William Herren.
Mrs. A. NJ. Canady of Portland is
visiting here.
Independence merchants are busy
with the usual first of the year in
voicing.
Paul Buckley, who has been clerk
ing for the firm of Conkey g. Walker
for several years, has resigned and
accepted position as travelling sales
man for Portland grocery store.
J. s. Bohannon has leased his sash
and door factory to a Portland firm,
which will commence operation about
February l.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed. Fishbocker Of
Tillamook are visiting friends and
relatives here this week.
Mrs. Theodore Cooper left Tuesday
for eastern Oregon, where she will
visit until spring with her sons.
Harley Buckner of Salem visited
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Gray Friday
and Saturday.
Mrs. L. Began expects to leave in
a few days for California, where she
will remain indefinitely with her sis
ter.
A son was born to DIR. and Mrs.
Grider on Thursday, January IL.
Work was commenced last week on
the organization of commercial club
in Independence. A committee con-
sisting of NJ. Merwin, o. A. Macy, W.
S. Stewart, C. W. Irvine, W. E. Cra-
ven and Dean Walker met last Sat,
urday night and adopted a constitu-
tion which it is proposed to submit 20
citizens for ratification. Commercial
clubs in Independence have hereto
fore had a difficult road to travel b.
cause the power to take action was
given the club as a whole and not to
an executive committee as is propOs-
ed under the new constitution.
The regular installation exercises
Of Gen. Gibson Woman's Relief corps
was held Saturday in the G. A. r
hall and the following officers were
installed: Bessie Groves, president !
Maggie Graves, senior vice president;
Jessie Stratton, junior viee-president:
Eliza A Ewing, secretary; Iona NJ
Ewing, treasurer; Mary Bingham,
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16
RIFLE CLUB ELECTS OFFICERS
Decides to Shoot rs Feet; Il. A. Web
ster Chosen President.

Ster CnOSen fIeSluenL
H. A. Webster was elected presi-
dent of the La Creole Rife club al
the annual organization meeting Fri
day night.
The club has decided to shoot rs
feet instead Of 60 during the ensuing
year. They have set of new targets
for the longer distance. A few scores
were shot after the election at the
new targets with average results. The
next shoot viii be held tonight. The
members shoot from a prone position.
The rest of the officers are: John
Orr, viec-president; r. Q. Steelquist,
secretary; August Riser, treasurer;
al A. W. Bennett, "a ye officer.
President Webster has not appointed
his e. nmittees. vet.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16
Portland Banks Getting Foxey.

According to report from Port
land the individual whose bank
balance does not average more than
800 at the end of each month will be
required to pay the bank 25c per month
for the privilege of allowing the bank
to use such coney. Where is the
boast that the chief end of the banks
are to encourage the small savings
Falls City News.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16

lessness and lack of foresight will rob
America of this great advantage,
which will go far to help this coun-
try withstand the strain of readjust-
ment at the conclusion of the war,
and also will help to insure a con-
tinuation of American prosperity for
at least a number of years.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16

A New York policeman just has re-
ceived a $4,000 legacy for helping
woman across the street several
years ago. This ought to increase po-
lice courtesy all over the country for
at least a few weeks.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16
Russian Ballet Attracts Dallasites

Mr.. and Mrs. KugIe and Miss Jen-
ME Muscott spent Saturday and Sun
day in Portland. They saw the ''Rus-
sian Ballet" and report a very en-
ioyable time. Miss Alfredo Garner
substituted for Miss Muscott at the
library during her absence.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16

Peace plans do not seem to be max.
ing much progress, but the very fact
that all the belligerents are talking
about peace is a rather encouraging
sign.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16

The short skirts so much in evi-
dence today are also a reminder OF
the time when some people were In
clined to jeer at the so-ealled "rainy-
daisies.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16

About time for another war crisis
to bob up and give the people of this
country a big scare.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16

Another thing expected of the year
1917 is that it viii bring remedy
for the high cost of living.
Polk County observer. (Monmouth, Polk County, Or.) 1888-1927, 1917-01-16
THE CELEBRATED BERG
MANN SHOE

Awarded Gold Medal
P. P. I. E. San Francisco, 1915.
The Strongest and nearest waterproof
shoes made.
For
Loggers. Cruisers. Miners. Sportsmsr
and Workers.
Mems Comfort Dress Shoes
Strong Shoes for Boys
Manufactured by
THEo. BERGMAN SHOE MANU-
FEATURING COMPANY
621 Thurman St. Portland. Oregon
Ask for
THE BERGMANE WATERPROOF
SHOE OIL
PRICE BROS. DALLAS, AGENTS.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
THE FAIRcHILD SISTERS COMING
 APRIL 24th

The last attraction of the Redpath Entertainment Course will be held at the Princess Theatre, Tuesday even ing, April 24th by the Fairchild Sis ters, four rare artists and entertainers Tickets will be sold at the door only Adults 75 cents, children 25c. This reduction is made in the hopes of swelling the audience and lifting the Entertainment debt. There should be three hundred children present at this price.
 The members of the Fairchild La dies Quartet are both vocalists and in- strumentalists.
 Their program will include instru- mental and vocal quartets, piano, violin, cello, soprano and contralto solos, readings, pianologes, whistling quartets and solos, instrumental duets and trios and vocal duets.
 These artists had several years experience in platform work and with their charming personalities, tasty toggery, snap and pleasantries, at once win their audience.
 Press Notes.
 This is one of the best attrac- tions that has ever been in this city,
 J. E. Christofferson,
 Montpelier, Idaho. "A rare musical treat. ."-Montello (Wis.) Express.
 We might as well try to paint a new blush on full blown rose as to add to the laurels of Miss Oela) Fairchild. .'-Be1oit Daily News.
 'The audience was well pleased and reports this number the best of the course. .''-Storm Lake, Idaho.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Shannon Hill Road To Be ImproVed-
 A meeting of the town council was held on Monday night at which time it was decided to expend the sum of $500 on the improvement of the Shan non Hill wagon road. The Shannon Copper company, through it's general manager J. w. Bennie, took the mat ter up with the council some time ago and offered to stand half of the cost of putting the road in first-class con- dition, and acting upon this sugges- tion the Council has authorized the work to be done. The steepest grades will be cut and the road wid- ened to IS feet which will give ample room for the passing of vehicles. The council also directed the city attorney to draft a flag ordinance to be of a similar nature as the one recently passed in Globe and which requires all business places and private residences to display the American flag.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
BIG ELKS' MINSTREL
 TO BE HELD MAY 3-5

The local lodge of Elks are making final arrangements for the Minstrel performance which is to be held in Morenci on May 3rd and at Clifton on May 9th. The boys are all work ing hard to make it "The Big Show of the season, and considering that there are about thirty in the cast, be- sides the orchestra, we can look for ward for an evening of good clean entertainment which should be well patronized by the people of Clifton and Morenci.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
Applies for Franchise

l.. J. Turney has made applica- tion to the board of Supervisors of Greenlee county for a license to use the streets, alleys and public roads of Duncan for the purpose of laying water mains, and for the installation of a sewer system. The application will be acted upon by the board at its regular meeting on May 7th, at 10 a. m., at which time it will be decid- ed whether or not such petition be granted.
 Duncan is sorely in need of both a water and a sewage system, and it is to be hoped that MT. Turney's s application will be favorably acted upon by the Supervisors. Duncan News.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
Fox Hits Town Auain=

Chas. Fox, an old time travelling salesman who has been making this territory for several years, has been in town a couple of days this week. This is his first visit here in two years and his comments on the progress of the district are most favorable.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
To Attend Business College

Ira Mcdowell leaves Clifton this week for Phoenix where he will at tend a business college. On Tuesday evening he entertained a company of friends at the Princess Theatre at a dancing party at which most de- lightful time was had by those pres ent. During the evening MT. Me Dowen was presented with a hand some gold watch and chain by his friends as a slight token of friend ship and esteem.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many friends for their sympathy and help in our recent bereavement. Especially do we wish to express our appreciation to Il C Elks for thelr kI.d ministr ations.
 Dell NJ. Po''2r,
 Iitil D. Potter.
 o i've M. Potter,
 Lloyd V. Potter,
 Raymond NJ totter. Dick Wall was down from Morenci on a short business trip on Thursday.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
MINING PRODUCTS BOUGHT

We are Shelters, Refners and Buy CTS of Gold and Silver Bullion, Anal gam, Concentrates, Cyanide Product Battery Chips, Old Copper Plates and Platinum.
 HIGHEST CASH RATES PAID
 WILDBERG BROS.
 ESTABLISHED TEN YEARS. 414 Pacific Bldg. 4th & Market Sts-
 San Francisco, California. Dake tic
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
to Store compIeted-

Addition to Store Completed-
 The addition to the jewelry store of F. Backstein on Chase Creek has been completed and the interior is being rearranged. MT. Backstein now has more commodious quarters and his excellent line of jewelry will be dis played to better advantage.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
To Open Restaurant at Lordsbure-

P. H. Patterson was in town on Tuesday enroute from Metcalf to Lordsburg. He has been with the Shannon Copper company at Metcalf for the past year and ex- poets to engage in the restaurant business at Lordsburg.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
Round About Town

pr. Robert Mann, Dentist, Hampton Block, Phone 911. tic.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Henry Hill has been spending a few days in Clifton this week from his home at the Indian Hot Springs.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
Attending Medical Convention

l. Dr. E. R. McPheeters of the Shan non medical staff and Dr. T. B. Smith of the A. c. Co. left on Tues day morning for Dauglas where they went to attend the annual convention of the State Medical Society.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
Visiting in Globe

Visiting in Globe
 Miss Irma Springer is enjoying a two weeks vacation from her duties in the First National Bank and is spending the time with friends in Globe.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

May 9th will positively be the last day of the Copper Era Auto mobile contest.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

St. Phillips Episcopal Mission
 Services next Sunday morning at Il o'clock at the Princess Theatre. Everyone welcome. Archdeacon J. R. Jenkins in charge.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

FOR RENT-Three furnished house keeping rooms. Enquire Mrs. M. H. Kane, S. Clifton. 1tc
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

FOR SALE-Lot with room house and furniture in North Clifton. Ap- ply D. o. box 354. 4-20-2tpd
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

J. Rocco zappia, Tony and-Loui Spezia were Duncan business visit ors on Monday
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
BOWman'S Auto Truck Delivery for Quick Service

Frank Francese was up from the valley on business the first of the week.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
Attended Medical Meeting-

Dr. l.. A. w. Burtch left Clifton last Sunday morning for Douglas where he attended a convention of the county health officers of the state. The meeting was held on Mon day and Wednesday and on Thurs day the annual meetings of the State Medical Society was held which Dr. Burtch also attended He made the trip by train and returned to Clifton on Thursday of this week.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

$40 Acre Homestead: For free copy
 or information write R. G. Langmade, Land Attorney, Phoenix, Ariz. 4-6 4tpd
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

The Greater Automobile con- test will positively close on May 9th. Who are you going to let win the beautiful Dodge car.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Walter Penn was a Duncan visitor on Saturday.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Prof. c. A. Goggin, of Metcalf, was a Clifton business visitor Sat urday.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Visiting Mother
 Mrs. Roy Ellis, of Fl Paso, was a guest of her mother, Mrs. Tate, few days this week.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

F. M. Perry and family visited friends in the valley Sunday.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
Back from Safford-

Back from Safford-
 Judge Frank B. Laine returned on Wednesday from Stafford where he had been holding court in the absence of Judge McAllister
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

O. J. Cotey had business in Dun- can the first of the week.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

B. F. Billingsley was up from Dun can on business last Saturday.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Harry Wright was up from Lords burg on business Tuesday.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Miss Opal Gray of Duncan was the guest of Clifton friends over Sunday.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Vernon Martin and family spent the weekend in Duncan.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

MT. and Mrs. W. s. Bradfield spent Sunday with Duncan friends.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

FOR SALE-1917 Harley David son motorcycle, at bargain if sold immediately.
 E. R. Shortridge,
 P. O. box 291, Clifton. 1t
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Dr. and Mrs. E. R. McPheeters were spending Sunday in Duncan.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

DIR. JOHN N. REZNIkOV, Osteo- pathic Physician, Reardon Hotel. tic
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

Graham Supervisor Here-
 Frank Webster, chairman of the board of supervisors of Graham coun- ty, has been spending several days in Clifton on business.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

MT. and Mrs. Jas. Kerby were Duncan visitors the first of the week.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20

L. N. George made a business trip to the Duncan valley last Saturday
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1917-04-20
Gore shoulders, lame back.

Gore shoulders, lame back. S stiff neck. all pains and aches " yield to Sloan's Eminent.
 Do not rub #. Simply apply to the sore spot, it quickly penetrates and relieves. Cleaner than mussy| plasters or ointments, it does not stain the skin.
 Keep a bottle handy for rheumatism. [. sprains, bruises, toothache, neuralgia. gout. lumbago and sore stiff muscles.
 At all druggists, 25c. soc. and S1.00.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-05-14
sARIN GIVEN TRIMMING.

SABEN GIVEN HIWWINGs
The Carlisle & Bristol club OF Fargo
swamped the fast Sabin nine. 10 to 0,
in a game at Sabin yesterday. Hol-
brook and Peterson did the twirling
for the winners.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-05-14
GRAND FORKS PRINTERY
LANDS. STATE CONTRACT
State Game and Fish Commission In
Session at Bismarck-No Action on
Purchase of Game Preserve.

No official action was taken by the
state game and fish commission in
session at Bismarck for the purchase
of section OF land near Mandan for
the creation of a state game preserve,
according to several members Of the
commission who spent Sunday in Far
go.
I'VE have taken the matter under
consideration" stated John H. Bloom
of Devils Lake. I'VE made an inspec-
ton of the tract of land last Friday,
but have as yet taken no official &C
ton" According to members Of the
board the $40 acres were offered at $40
an acre.
One of the important matters before
the board was the letting Of the con-
tract for the printing of licenses and
booklets. This contract was let to the
Page Printing company of Grand
Forks, the bids submitted ranging from
$631.7O to $2,250. Malcolm Sinclair of
Jamestown was appointed deputy
game warden of the second district.
John H. Bloom Of Devils Lake. DR..
G. H. MacLachlin Of New Rockford,
and Judge John H. Kirk of Bottineau,
arrived in Fargo late Saturday night,
George H. Hogue, secretary of the
board, leaving the party at Steele.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-05-14
YACHT OWNERS
NOT PATRIOTIC
Trying to Hold Up Govern
ment for Exorbitant
Prices
NV Associated Press

Washington, May 14.-An urgent
plea for legislation to permit the navy
to commander yachts and other small
craft for coast defense work was adj
dressed to the house naval committee
Saturday by Assistant Secretary
Roosevelt. He wrote that while many
fine yachts had been offered either
free or at nominal lease rates. other
owners are asking exorbitant prices and
200 or more have refused to sell at
rates fixed by government appraisers.
The vessels are for work in scout
duty, mine sweeping and patrolling
coast lines and harbors. A very large
number is needed and out OF 500 pri-
vately owned craft inspected, 500 have
been found suitable. The owners of
1872 are ready to turn over their boats
on notification.
Recent efforts Of the department to
purchase sufficient number Of mine
sweeping vessels to meet an emergency
resulted, Mr.. Roosevelt wrote, in the
acquisition of only 81 vessels ''at prices
away beyond reason"
Owners of most OF the tugs and
fishing boats suitable for this work, !"
the letter continued, absolutely refused
to consider either lease or purchase
and others asked outrageous prices.
As an example, q fishing vessel was
appraised at $4,000. The owner would
not sell for less than $4,000. The
$780, 900 was more than the cost OF the
vessel
More examples can be given. There
are some worse and some better"
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-05-14
ALEXANDER TO
SPEAK AT Big
S.S.CO CONVENTION
Prominently Known Work
er Secured for State Meet
ing in Fargo I

John L. Alexander will be one OF the
leading speakers at the approaching
North Dakota Sunday school conven-
ton, in which northwestern Mime
sofa is to cooperate. to be held in
Fargo June 90 to %. III
Whenever the name Alexander il
spoken Sunday school workers all
over the country sit up and take no
tice. Mr.. Alexander is the superintend-
ent of the secondary division of the
international association. His head
quarters are in Chicago. Boys and
girls work in the Sunday school is
his speciality. If there Is anything
which he does not know in the matter
of getting the boys and girls interest
ed in the Sunday school and tiding
them over that period when 80 many
are inclined to drop out, his friends
have not been able to discover 1t.
This talented speaker has been in
time has increased his reputation. He
year at Devils Lake and always had
a crowded house when he spoke. He
will appear several times on the reg
ular program and also in the Sec
tional conferences.
Morris First Registered.
To Fenimore E., Morris, Of New
Rockford, belongs the honor of being
the first to send in his registration for
the approaching convention. The local
committee is greatly encouraged at
the number of early registrations COM
ing in without solicitation and the
general interest that is being taken all
over the state in the plans for the
convention.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1917-05-14
EULoeIzEs MOTHERHOOD.
Rev. n. n. Frost breaches "Mother's
Day" Sermon at M. e. Church.

Motherhood was eulogized in a
Mothers day sermon by Rev. Henry
H. Frost at the First Methodist church
yesterday morning. His subject was,
Motherhood and the Kingdom.
Rev. Mr.. Frost reviewed the history
of the observance of Mothers day in
the United States, and urged his
hearers to wear a carnation in
homage to the best of human friends.