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Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
RECEIPTS SHOW
 GROWTH OF C|TY 1. |S PHENOMENAL

Postal receipts at the Phoenix office for the 1917 calendar year will surpass the $200 600 mark if the present rate of increase is maintained for the re- maining seven months of the year, ac- cording to the announcement yesterday. Estimating postal receipts for the present month at S13000-which it is believed is very conseryative--the per centage of increase for the first five months of this year as compared with the corresponding period in 1916, has been 25.2 per cent.
 The growth of postal receipts at the local office is indicative of a remark ably steady growth in the city's pop ulation. according to local postoffice officials. A steady monthly increase has been noted each succeeding month for the past two or three years, it was announced
 Local postal officials are optimistic as to the future of the local office and believe that the S200,000 mark will be passed this year regardless of whether or not an increase is effected in postal rates It is believed that if the three cent rate becomes effective as pro posed the receipts for the present year will surpass the s25O.000 mark
 The percentage of increase that must be noted to put the Phoenix office in he $200,000 class is 25.2 per cent, or a total increase for the year of $42, 300. Receipts for the 1916 calendar year totaled $157. .7o5.66
 June 30 ends the postoffice fiscal year and receipts for the local office for the 1917 fiscal year will be the | largest in history. it is apparent So
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF
 PARTNERSHIP

Notice is hereby given that the part nership heretofore existing between Si- mon Muckenthaler and Josef Fink, under the name and style of the Val ley Meat Company. of No. 36 North First Avenue. in the City of Phoenix, Arizona is this day dissolved by mu- tual consent. The said Simon Mucken thaler withdrawing from the business. The said Josef Fink continuing said business, he to receive all moneys due and owing said business. and he to pay all obligations due and owing from said business.
 Dated at Phoenix, Arizona, this 22nd day Of May. 1917.
 SIMON MUCkENTHALER.
 IOSEE FINK
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
RALLY
 TO A|D CAUSE

Mail orders are being received rapid ly and Mrs. E. r. Biddings chairman # he Phoenix Chapter of The East crn Star, is carefully caring for reser Vations for seats for those loyal pa irons who are so periodically and en- thusiastically boosting and contribut ing to the support of the Phoenix Chapter the American Red Cross trough patronizing the production of the beautiful military play The Red Cross Nurse, to he staged at the Elks theater two nights, May 29 and 90.
 Out of the sfirst 99 answers received in the first mail today in response to the letters sent out requesting patri- otic citizens to buy sIcKets in aid of this most worthy cause S7 have en- closed checks covering the subscription asked for and many have exceeded the
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
WEATHER TODAY

WASHINGTON, D. C., May 22-F'or Arizona: Wednesday and Thursday, partly cloudy and unsettled with rain north portion.
 Colorado: Wednesday generally fair and warmer east portion. cloudy with local showers west portion; Thursday fair
 New Mexico: Wednesday and Thurs day generally fair; warmer east DOT ton wednesday.
 Southern California: Showers.
 West Texas: Wednesday generally fair warmer in north. Thursday gen. erally fair.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
Trinity Mems Club

The regular meeting of the Mems Club of Trinity Pro- Cathedral will be held this eveningat s o'clock in the Parish house. First avenue and Roose- welt street. All men, whether members of the club or not, are cordially in vited to attend. Captain J. P. Hamil- ion, formerly of the Royal Field artil lery, who saw service at the front in France, was severely wounded and up- on being invalided, came to this coun- try to recuperate, will speak. He will tell of the early days of the war in England, and of life in the trenches later. Officers of the club assure all who attend a most interesting even ing.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23

amount.
 only one discouraging letter has been received by the committee. The lew who have been unable to contri- bute at this time have been most cour- teous and have replied with the spirit of genuine Americanism setting forth their reasons and expressing personal regrets and wishing the Eastern Star marked success in their most worthy undertaking.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
Red Cross Dance

The Royal NeighbOrs Thimble club will give a club party and dance, open .o the general public in K. of F. hall this evening for the benefit of the Red Cross chapter. Card playing begins at s o'clock and dancing at 9 clock. Ice cream and cake will be served. Music Will be by the woman's orches- tra. The admission fee is 10 cents.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
Whatsoeuer Circle

The TClleson Whatsoever circle will give an entertainment at the Tolle- sor church Wednesday evening. Mrs. Shraedei at the piano, will give Fnoch Arden. Mrs. Galen Burris of the School of Music will be the solo iSt of the evening
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
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WATER REPORT FOR MAY g

Elevation of water in reser-
 voir at a. m. . 226.65 Contents. acre feet ........1 ,395. $50 Gain in 24 hours, acre feet .. 1.020 Elevation one year ago ..... 225.S7 Contents, acre feet one year
 ago ... ,SS2, ,OsO Normal flow Salt and Verde
 rivers 1t Granite Reef dam Flood Normal flow, M. l. -.. S6,6OO Water used for irrigation,
 north side, Nj l. ..... sG,1s2 Water used for irrigation,
 south side, NJ. l. ....... 14,196
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
M. c. [. U Meetina

The Convection Echo meeting of the w. C. T. U. which was postpon- ed from last Thursday will be helG this afternoon at 2:15 o'clock at the home. 227 West Monroe street. The public is cordially invited to attend this particularly interesting meeting.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
Madison Improvement Club

Women of the Madison Improve inent club will hold an all day meet ins at the home of Mrs. C. Gregg on North Central avenue Thursday, to sew for the Red Cross chapter. All members are requested to be present.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
DE G

away yesterday morning after an illness of only four or five days, will be held at the chapel of Moore anG
 Mcclellan this afternoon Ut o'clock.
 Rev. Mir Sims will officiate.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
Local Weather Yesterday

DeIlclency m temperature yesterday, , degrees.
 Deficiency in temperature since the first of the month, 91 degrees. Accumulated deficiency in tempera- ture since January l. 345 degrees. Normal precipitation January 1 to date, 2.S1 inches. Actual precipitation January 1 to date 4.97 inches. Accumulated excess in rainfall since January l, 216 inches.
 ROBERT Q. GRANT.
 Meteorological
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
PERSONAL MENTION

F. c. Peterson of Mesa is spending few days as Phoenix visitor, arriving yesterday afternoon. He is a guest at the Commercial hotel
 O.R. Coulter, widely known Prescott resident, is a guest ,s the Commercial hotel during short business stay in this city. He arrived last evening.
 J. C. Browning, well known Super for mining man, registered at the Hotel Adams last evening. He will spend short time here on business.
 C. F. Veit of Fl Paso. traveling rep Iesentative for the Armour and Com pany packing firm. arrived in Phoenix last evening to spend the remainder of the week on business. He registered at the Jefferson hotel
 J. J. Mackay. widely known Globe mining man. is guest at the Jeffer- son hotel during short business stay in this city. He arrived late yester- day afternoon.
 Ralph Hubert, well known Payson resident. is a guest at the Commercial hotel last evening. He will spend sev-
 
 business and pleasure trip. George A. Eenner of Miami. mem Der of the Greater Ajo Mining com pant. arrived in Phoenix yesterday afternoon to spend the next several days on business. He is a guest at the Jefferson hotel.
 w. F.. Hall. well known travelling i salesman of Denver. is a guest at the Jefferson hotel during short business stay in Phoenix. He arrived late ves l terday afternoon.
 MT. and Mrs. C. E. Adams. the for mer manager of the Ray Hercules mine, are spending a few days as Phoe- niX visitors, arriving yesterday. They ! are guests at the Hotel Adams.
 A. G. McGregor, prominent Warren l resident, registered at the Hotel Adams late yesterday afternoon. He will spend a lew days here on business.
 MT. and Mrs. ". H. Aldrich. prorni- nent residents of New York City. ar rived in Phoenix late yesterday after. noon and will spend several weeks ir the Salt River valley on business Tbex are guests at the Adams hotel. i l.. H. Trimble of Tucson. an audjto, Tor the Fl Paso and Southwestern rail. road, arrived in Phoenix last evenins and. will spend a short time here or ouslness. lie Is guest at the Jeffer. son hotel.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
TODAY'S CALENDAR
Woman's Relief CIuh

The regular netting cs the Wo- mans Relief Corp will be held at the " C. T. U. building at 2:30 o'clock thls afternoon. All members are urged to be present.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23

MT. and Mrs. ". H. Aldrich. promi- nent residents of New York City. ar rived in Phoenix late yesterday after noon and will spend several weeks in the Salt River valley on business. They are guests at the Adams hotel.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23

A c. McGregor, prominent Warren resident registered at the Hotel Adams idte yesterday afternoon. He will spend a lew days here on business.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23

IszzEg:sss'~Fzz Ewgs
 0. A. @<ssi'''s'||l<e,f{ <i'' ,f| X| ( %4&&|r~p' The secretary of agri- culture is being criti- cised for urging econo- my of food and dress. Everybody - or almost everybody eats too much, so the doctors say. But very few men, at least, are over dressed. The secretary himself will not put on regula tiOn farmers garb of chambray shirt and cotton overalls, topped by a fifty-cent straw hat; nor does he expect the rest of us to don our farming appar- el except when working our backyard gardens. The honorable secretary will continue to dress as becomes his official position and the rest of us must wear clothes suitable to our different vacations, without in- dulging in fads or ex- travagance. Moderation in all things, especially i'll these war times, is the word = but don't overdo it.
 McDougan & Cassou
 Washington Street
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23
Everett Grant La Bass

Funeral services for little Everett Grant LaBass. son of Mir. and Mrs Charles LaRass of Mesa who passed
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23

L. H. Trimble of Tucson. an auditor Tor the Fl Paso and Southwestern rail- road, arrived in Phoenix last evenin& and. will spend short time here on business. He is a guest at the Jeffer- son hotel.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23

MT. and Mrs. C. E. Adams. the for mer manager of the Ray Hercules mine' are spending few days as Phoe- llX Visitors, arriving yesterday They are guests at the Hotel Adams.
Arizona republican., 1917-05-23

w. F. Hall. a well known travelling salesman of Denver. is a guest at the Jefferson hotel during short business stay Tn Phoenix. He arrived late yes terday afternoon.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03
ORIGINAL POEM.

ONlUlNAL fOEM.
Recently read at reception given
by the company.
Sentiments caught at smoker by
Sylvanus Browne, Co. 4, Fort Des
Moines training camp.)
Times I've spent in years gone by
Have filled my heart with joy;
But happier hours | ne'er have spent
Nay, since was boy.
The cheers, the songs, the words of
praise
For soldier boys so true,
Fills me with joy and happiness,
And thrills me through and through.
The fighting Tenth, the Twen;y-fourth
And Twenty-ffth are here;
The gallant lads so brave and true
Men who know naught Of fear.
|, too, have served with Uncle Sam,
Anu VI lcu w w III OSoC1
But here at F. Des Moines the race
Will face it's greatest test.
O, how my heart has thrilled tonight
AS strong men stood and spoke
Of how our race in years gone by,
Toiled under lash and yoke.
How from the curse of slavery
The race was forced to fight;
Two hundred years in ignorance
Where all was dark as night.
And then, one day, God broke the
bonds
And set our people free,
And we, their children, soon will fight
For worldwide liberty.
To all of us who come from far
To learn to do our share,
| pray to God each day and night
That this will be our prayer:
80, Holy Spirit, lead us on!
In paths our Fathers trod.
O, teach each man to strive to 60
Thy righteous will, 0 God!
And may we ever hear Thy voice,
Wherever we may go;
Dear Lord, we pray that Thou wouldst
keep
Our hearts as white as snow.
We do not ask for fame, dear Lord,
AS we our flag defend;
But pray that Thou wouldst give US
strength
To win out in the end.
And when at last our arms are stacked
On life's great battlefield,
May these our efforts in the world
A golden harvest yield.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03
Boston Woman
Recommending 1t To
Her Friends

Popular Boston Lady Says Tonolinc Has
Proven q Godsend To Her.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03
GRAVITY, IOWA, NEWS.
Special to Bystander.)

Mrs. henderson of Macon, Mo-, is
visiting her sister, Mrs. Charles Bald
win, of Creston, Iowa.
Miss Helen Waters Of st. Paul is
visiting her grandpa, Mr.. Martin:
Mrs. James of Washington is VISIT
ing her father, Mr.. Martin:
Sunday at the beautiful home OF
Mrs, Baldwin seventeen neighbors and
friends were entertained to a three
course dinner. The out of town guest
was Mrs. Henderson and daughter,
Thelma, of Macon, Mo-, and Mr.; and
Mrs, Henry Johnson, Miss Mabel and
Fred, who motored to Creston in Their
five passenger Overland car at late
honr The guests all departed declar-
inp theBaldwin family royal entertain
ers.
Mr., Martin entertained about thirty
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03

1t is always interesting to listen to the
statements of our friends, and especially when
YOU know they sincere and honest in what
they say. Added interest is created in a state
ment coming from who has spent a life
time in Boston, where she is we'll known so.
cially.
Such a person is Annie Stewart. who re-
sides in Boston. and is possessed Of the re-
spect and confidence of her associates. and is
willing for anyone to call on her to verify t..
following signed testimonials
Il have suffered with stomach trouble for
the past seven years. 1t took the form of in.
digestion and dyspepsia. I had dizzy spells
and headaches. and after ! ate little food it
would ferment and cause gas to form in nv
stomach l had pains all my body, and
was chronically constipated My liver tor
pid. and felt generally miserable. had doc.
tored and had been in the hospital. but re.
ceived no permanent relief I was nervous
and restless that at night l could scarcely
sleep. The gas pressing under my heart caused
ralpitaton. and when l arose in the morning
was just as tired as when I retired. About
two weeks ago began to take tonoline. and
can truthfully state that it has done wonders
in my case. l am feeling like a new woman
| and eat any kind of food. sleep the
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03

Archie A. Alexander is a son of Mr..
Price Alexander of Highland Park and
is a graduate of the school of engi-
neering of the State university OF
Iowa. Mr.. Alexander was born in Ot-
tumwa and came with his parents to
Des Moines in 1901 and entered Oak
Park high school, from which institu-
ton he was graduated in 1905. En-
tered the State university in 1908, and
in addition to his record there as
student achieved great distinction on
the gridiron. In the year 1912 Mr..
Alexander became foreman for the
Marsh Engineering Co., having charge
of construction work. He remained
with this firm two years, after which
he set up in business for himself. ne
is kept very busy and turns out excel
lent work.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03

If you are thinking of buying
clothes, the Glasgow Tailors at 3l9
Sixth avenue, now in their eighteenth
wear of business in Des MONIES, is the
place to patronize. This firm origin
ated the popular price of SIS, no more
no less, for suit or overcoat and built
m wonderful trade by giving most
excellent values for the price. How
ever, just now owing to the advance
in price of woolens and labor the mo
more. no less" is temporarily suspend
pd-and "some more,'' none less
substituted. They will soon add a uni
form department and be in position
10 save their customers money on uni
forms. Remember the "Old Glasgow
at 319 Sixth avenue.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03
VgLUgBLE BOOK
JUST PUBLISHED
An important Booklet on
the Treatment of Asthma
and tuberculosis.

This new book contains much valu-
able information concerning the ettec-
tive treatment and relief of these trou-
bles and should be in every home. rms
booklet may be obtained FREE by
writing to Natures Creation. Wrlte
or call "Nature's Creation" 419 Utica
building, Des Moines, Iowa.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03
THE NEGROES OF DIES
r. MONIES.
Especial to Bystander.)

Especial to Bystander.)
Dear Friends: l have noticed ever
since the colored soldiers have been
stationed at Fort Des Moines the
churches and clubs have been verv
busy with socials, dinners and other
specials for the purpose of entertain
ing the soldiers. But it has ALWAYS
been rs or 30 cents throw, and the
soldiers have appreciated what has
been done so far, TACT which has
been proven by their attendance and
money spending. l have also noticed
an epidemic has seized the people and
destroyed their real nature.
We seem to have forgotten that we
are all of one family, and the men out
at Fort Des Moines ar our brothers.
We seem to forget why they are
stationed at the fort.
We seem to forget they have donat-
ed their all to the Siarj and Stripes
for the future welfare of the race to
which they and we belong They are
leaving wife, mother and home and Of
fering their lives as a sacrifice for US
Greater love has no man than this,
that man lay down his life for his
friends.-John 1913.
Knowing these things to be true,
we have allowed the epidemic of get
the money to get such a strong hold
on us that the entire city of Negro
churches, clubs and places of business
are putting forth every available eff
fort to get the soldiers dollar. But
what are we doing for them? Are
we giving them value received? No.
In some cases where there are rela-
tives or particular friends they are
fairly we'll entertained, but as whole
they are buying what little entertain
ment they are getting and are paying
the price for it.
1t is all right for a soldier to spend
his money. 1t is no better than mine
land spending money when you have
it makes one happy, but he is man
the same as all men, though more
brave than some, and he enjoys as we'll
as demands respect, kind words, a well
come reception and loyalty shown
him, the same as you or l. So let us
stop and think moment, put our
selves in their place and then decide
what we would like from our friends.
It is true we have no hall or church
building large enough to entertain
them in, but we have access to the
parks. Why not arrange picnic or
reception for the entire body and in
vite them free Of charge to come out
and enjoy an afternoon and evening
with us. There are enough colored
churches, clubs, lodges, BARRIERS, law
yers, doctors, DENTISTS grocers and
druggists in Des Moines to raise $500
and not miss it, to spend on men who
are willing to give their lives for US.
Take off your tightwad hats and
bonnets, open your hearts, if you have
any, loosen your purse strings and
come across.
Send in your name and amount of
subscription to The Bystander, and
when a sufficient amount has been
subscribed let US get together, form
our plans and act at once. DO this
now. Don't wait until they are or
dered to leave. l will subscribe $500.
Who's the next? Patriotism means
brotherly love. If you are as loyal as
you represent yourselves to be: JON
the subscription. If not, get back IN
YOUR little corner and keep quiet and
stop your stalling.
A. NJ. White,
815 w. Twenty-eighth st.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03

five or forty of their friends to ban
quet on Tuesday evening. The house
was all decorated in sweet peas. The
banquet was in honor of his daughter
and granddaughter. A three-course
lunch was served. The out of town
guests were Mrs Henry Johnson, Miss
Mabel and Fred johnson. Music was
furnished by the St. Joe orchestra. A
delightful time was had by all.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03
Try This One.

Hint to husbands: When drying
dishes hold the slippery ones over the
rest Of the dishes. Then when they
slip, the chances of breaking more
dishes are increased many times over
the more familiar plan Of dropping
them on the floor. The more dishes
you break, you know, the fewer you
have to dry There is no OBJECT in dry
ing broken pieces of china.-kansas
City Star.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03

night through and have no more aches or
pains in fact. it has cured me. and am
recommending it to all of my friends, as :.
has been a Godsend to me-
All druggists sell and guarantee tonoline.
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03

Mr.. Shelton is one of our successful
young men. He was born in Keokuk,
Iowa, where he was educated in the
public schools. At an early age he
learned the barber trade and has
worked at this trade ever since in sew
eral Iowa towns. He has just remod-
eled his beautiful barber shop, which
The bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-08-03

is located just across from the Polk
county court house. 1t is seve'
chair shop, completely modern and one
of the most beautiful, up-to-date COL
ored shops of Iowa. He is a strong
member of the Order of Elks, also an
active member of Union Congrega-
tional church, being musical director
of that organization.
The Monticellonian., 1917-06-07
GIRLS! MAKE A
BEAUTY LOTION
WITH LEMONS

At the cost of a small jar Of ordinary
cold cream one can prepare full quar-
ter pint OF the most wonderful lemon
skin softener and complexion beautitier,
by squeezing the juice of two fresh
lemons into a bottle containing three
ounces of orchard white. Care should
be taken TO strain the juice through a
fine cloth so no lemon pulp gets in,
then this lotion will keep fresh for
months. Every woman knows that lem
on juice Is used to bleach and remove
such blemishes as freekles, sallowness
and tan and is the ideal skin softener,
smoothener and beautifier.
Just try il! Get three ounces of
orchard white at any pharmacy and
two lemons from the grocer and make
up quarter pint of this sweetly frag-
rant lemon lotion and massage 1t daily
into the face, neck, arms and hands. 1t
should naturally help to whiten, soften,
freshen and bring out the roses and
beauty OF any skin. 1t IS truly marvel
Gus to smoother rough, red hands. ADV.
The Monticellonian., 1917-06-07

A young man, who has been a gun
ner's mate for q number of years, but
is now trying to get others to enlist
in the navy, tells of his conversation
with a young fellow he found digging
n ditch. He asked the boy whether he
had ever thought of Joining the ranks
of those who will aid their country
through the navy, and was assured
quite promptly that he had not.
The navy man proceeded then to
point out its wonderful advantages,
enlarging somewhat on opportunities
for travel. The boy paused in his dig
ging long enough to say proudly; I've
travelled"
The navy man was somewhat sur
prised. Have you seen London?" he
asked.
Nope
Have you seen Paris. or Cuba, or
South American
Nope"
well, where have you been?" was
the final question.
I'VE went to Troy. \. Y, once" was
the satisfied reply. = Indianapolis
News.