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Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
P0insettia Popular
 At Christmas Time
nROBABLY the most popular of all

nROBABLY the most popular of all k Christmas plants is the poinsettia,
 often called the Christmas rose. This is prized for it's dazzling rosette of scarlet leaves which grows high up above the equally beautiful dark green foliage.
 These scarlet leaves, which measure from four inches to foot across, are usually referred to as the flowers, but, correctly speaking, they are not flow CTS. When these great heads of scarlet main in this condition from ten to twelve weeks. The poinsettia is very easily cultivated. It grows in any good sandy soil and delights in a warm atmosphere.
 The flowers will be much larger and finer if the plant is given little stim ulation in the form of liquid manure for a few weeks previous to it's bloom ing. After it hasl stopped tloweringg- ifDUut the middle No9 February-it should be dried off and turned on its side in warm place until May. The cellar is suitable if there is furnace; if not, select an upstairs closet. The plant will become just like a dried stick, but will be alive nevertheless. When fine spring weather comes put the pot outside and water it well. It's surpris- ing how quickly it will start to grow, but before it has made much growth cut it back to the stump. Next shake off about two-thrds of the old soil, re- placing it with fresh soil composed of good garden loam and sand. When cut the number of shoots will increase, and each shoot means head of bloom.
 Immediately after the blooming sea son Is the proper time to propagate poinsettia, which anyone can easily do. After cutting the plant back to first described take the canes or branches which have first been remov- ed and cut them in lengths of about six inches. Be careful in making the cuttings to keep the tops all one way as they are now only dry stems. Fill four or five-nch flowerpot with loose sand and stick the cuttings in this (bot- tom down) to the depth of about two inches. After the cuttings are in place tap the bottom of the pot on the table sharply several times TO settle the sand. Now water thoroughly and place in a sunny window Afterward water slightly, just enough to keep the sand damp. The cuttings will soon begin to show signs of growth. When sure that they are rooted (which should take
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
On School Activities.

A report on statistics and inforMa- ton concerning public schools organi- zation has just been compiled by w. E. Laseter, state agent of rural schools, which shows the number of meetings held in various counties by school organizations. The summary follows: County school fairs, 14; county school teachers associations, 22; county directors associations, 10; county contest associations, 20; cou,- ty promotion day exercises, g; num- Der consultations effected, Al; num- Der of districts included in consolida- tions, CT; new buildings, 6; numbeN' of teachers homes owned by district. ?; number of rural high schools, 125; number of special school districts, 37O.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ALSO POINTS OUT DANGER OF
 OVER-lNSURlNG.
30 INVESTIGATIONS MADE
In Order That Meaning of Our Arson Statute Nigh Be Clarified Supreme Court Held Burning Own Proper
 ty Does Not Constitute Crime.
Little Rock


 Bruce T. Bulleon, state insurance commissioner, issued a warning to all fire insurance companies in Arkansas against over insuring property. He says: Since the creation of this de- partment, on April 1, 1917, part ot our legal duties has been the inves- tigation of supposed incendiary fires. Up to the present time 30 such inyes- legations have been made. The re- suits of the investigations disclose the fact that 19, or 63 per cent, of those investigated were over-insured.
 Tn order that the meaning of our arson s,,atu+C. might be clarified, this department recently appealed case to the Supreme Court. The decision of this court was that the burning of property by the owner does not con ktitute the crime of arson.
 "This decision opens up the way for the dishonest and interruptions 10 sell out to the fire insurance com panies and incur no danger from crim- inal prosecution We might wish that the law did not excuse a criminal of this type, yet we are forced to face conditions as they are, not as we should have them. When a company insures property for nOre than it's value. in some instances running as high as 100 per cent, or twice as much as it could be disposed of by the own CT, they hold forth a temptation for a ready and quick safe through the me- dium of ire. And, in the light of the above decision, the temptation be- comes a real danger.
 Prom reports received from differ ent parts of the state, the custom of over-insuring appears to be of general and universal practice The fact that 63 per cent of the incendiary fires in- : ted shows thai the property 6 ] was insured for more than its market value, indicates a laxness on the part of the local agent, which is truly alarming,
 ''This department is doing it's ut most to spread the propaganda of fire prevention, and to put out of business the arsonist, and we feel that we should have your active and thorough cooperation in stamping out tine evil of over-insuring."
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
His Gift to
 Santa Claus

r DWARD was seven years old and E< believed, of course, In Santa
 Claus. Just before Christmas he had proudly written letter (his firsD, stating the particular gifts he wanted, and after his mother had read it it was carefully put into the fire.
 Now" said Edwards mother cheer fully, "that letter will go right up the chimney and direct to Santa Claus"
 Edward seemed very much I'm pressed.
 Christmas morning the child was perfectly delighted with the shower of gifts and with the glittering tree.
 'Wasn't t good of Santa Claus to bring me so many more things than l asked for in my letter." he said at the breakfast table, clasping his hands in an ecstasy. After this outburst he grew thoughtful, then, suddenly jump ing up, disappeared into the kitchen.
 His mother and father looked at each other and wondered Then the mother followed to see what the inspiration might be.
 She found Edward standing in front of the kitchen stove pouring out cup of coffee.
 ''Why, Edward, dear, what are you doing?" his mother asked, coffee being one of the child's forbidden things"
 Edward looked up appealingly. Tt is such q cold morning, mother"
 "But, Edward, you know I never per init you to take coffee !" his mother in terrupted.
 "No, no, mother; do not wish to drink it. I want to give it to Santa Claus. He was so kind to send me more engines and things than l asked for. May I give him some coffee and rolls, mother-may 1Y
 Before his mother had time to think of suitable reply the child had put cream and sugar into the cup; then, with his little face all aglow with ap- preciation and gratitude, he earnestly poured the steaming coffee into the fire
 "There now!" he exclaimed, with satisfaction. "That will go right up the chimney and direct to Santa Claus, wpn.t. it! And it will warm up his
 little round belly
 That shook when he laugh'd like
 A bowl full of jelly
 won't 1t motherY'-Lippincot
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
GREAT CHANGE DESCRIBED
 BY BUSINESS MAN
Arkansas Lumberman Tells His Friends 0rgatone Enabled Him to Regain 0Id-
 Time Health.


 T have had indigestion" said John Skinner, Little Rock, Ark, who is be- yond question of doubt one of the best known lumbermen and business men in the South, land have been nervous and all run down. I could hardly eat anything and I could not sleep. I had that tired, draggy feeling and my work was a burden.
 "Orgatone has relieved that stom. ach and kidney trouble entirely. Gas does not form in my stomach after eating, and I'm digesting my food properly. I sleep better and am not bit nervous. My whole system has undergone a great change Words can- not express what I think of this new preparation, Orgatone, it is more than a medicine.''
 Orgatone is prepared from the orig. inal Kessinger formulaes and can be obtained without physicians pre- scription at one leading drug store in each town and city, or sent prepaid upon receipt of price, S1 per bottle or six bottles for S5 by the distributors, Harry Kessinger O., Joplin, Mo.-Adv.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
TO BUILD U. s. SHIPS
Many Make Application For Jobs in
 Shipy ards.

About 60 men have applied to w. G. Sprague at the labor commission er's office for employment in the gov ernment shipyards in building the new merchant marine fleet, but because MT. Sprague has not received blanks and instructions from the Department of Labor at Washington he has been unable to advise applicants what prices will be paid or the kind of ser vice required. These blanks will ar rive soon. MT. Sprague has been ad- vised that men are badly needed to hasten construction of ships, and he says that he can get 1000 men in this
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
PATRIOTIC ADDRESS
Governor and H. L. Remmel Prepare
 One For Four-Minute Men.

H. L. Remmel, chairman of the FourMinute Men of Arkansas, and Governor Trough are preparing a pa triotie address 10 be delivered by or ators during Loyalty Week, which will be proclaimed by Governor Brough, from December 23 to Decem- Der 29, inclusive The address will be sent to the 300 Four-Minute Men, in the state, the chairman of every Coun- ty Council of Defense in the state and to cthers who may advise MT. Remmel that they desire them. The address, in addition to an original pre- face, will contain eloquent and tren- chant extracts from the messages and addresses of President Wilson, Secre- taries Lansing, McAdoo and Lane. It is designed to set forth in the patriot ic gatherings which will be held dur ing Christmas week the causes of the war and the necessity for mobilizing the men and resources of the coun- try.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
GREENS AUGUST FLOWER

Has been used for all ailments that and inactive liver such as sick head ache, constipation, sour stomach, nervous indigestion, fermentation of food, palpitation of the heart caused by gases in the stomach. August Flower is gentle laxative, regulates digestion both in stomach and intestines, cleans and sweetens the stomach and alimen- tary canal, stimulates the liver to Se- crete the bile and impurities from the blood. Sold in all civilized countries. 80 and 90 cent bottles.-Adv.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Sues For Back Taxes.

John D. Arbuckle, attorney general, Tor the state, filed seven cases in Chancery Court for the collection of taxes alleged to be due from corpora tions, as follows Remark Land Com pany, $31250 for 1915 and 1917; Ark ansas Anthracite Coal Company, $625 for 1917; the Barring Cross Bridge Company, $1,635 for 1915, 1916 and 1917; New England Insurance Com pany, $500 for 1916 and 1917; Arkan- sas Anthracite Coal Mining Company, $125 for 1917; the Little Rock Juno tion Railway Company, $1,16670 for 4994155 4f99155, 9f6 and 1y1T Arkansas Union Mutual Insurance Company, S125 for 1917.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Jap Aviators.

The Japanese are the greatest mas- ters of human equilibrium in the world Watching them balance light. ly on slack wires or stand on their hands on slender poles, one would as. sume that aviation has few terrOrs for them. AS a matter of fact, however, their peculiar sense of equilibrium does not seem to aid them in the fly ing of airplanes. A noted instructor who has drilled many allied airmen says the Japanese make the least sat. isfactory aviators in the world, Eslzi. mos excepted.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

does not smoke is box of five-cent cigars.
 A pair of skates will prove very economical present if you happen to have two one-leGged friends.
 To make an acceptable cravat for young man proceed as follows: Cut a piece six inches long off the dining room carpet. Clip the fringe off any velvet curtains you may find in the house. Take the spangles off some fancy dress costume. Now sew the fringe on the carpet and fasten on the spangIes. The completed cravat will delight the heart of any young man who can afford not to wear it.
 A ten-carat diamond is suitable gift to a fiancee. If you can't afford the diamond try touring car.
 A set of Milton's works may" please q ten-year-old boy.
 *Note the 'may."-C. E. Quincy, in New York American.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
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A GAMBREL roof in a sheltered lane "A And laughing group therein n The winds may below with might
 and main,
 And the storms may clash and din, But it's Christmas Father Christmas, Hath the keeping of his kin. Outside, traveller in the snow, And glad "Hello!' once more; Within, hearth fire all aglow And dear face at the door, And it's Christmas, Father Christma' Giveth greetings OCT and o'er The circles, wonderful circles, where They are gathered today; The kindness, beautiful kindness, there, And the welcome words they say, For it's Christmas. Father Christmas, Turns no prodigal away. Frank Walcott Hut in New Orleans
 Times Democrat
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Gift Suggestions
 That May Be Useful
NICE present from a disobedient

a NlCE present IrOin uisopeuiehe A boy to his father is shingle.
 20 please a husband a wife can do nothing better than buy cheap dress for herself.
 A gift which bears signs of careful attention on the part of the giver is al- ways appreciated more than one care fessly purchased in store. To make a baby grand piano, buy full-sized grand and a plane and plane 1t down 10 the requisite size for a flat.
 An excellent motorcycle may be made at little cost if one uses little common sense. Look around for sec ond hand wheel and place 1t in the eel lar. Then find a secondhand motor boat. which can usually be purchased at a low price in towns that are far from water Extract the motor from the boat and affiX it to the cycle. Then you have motorcycle that will aston ish anybody i'll the world.
 charming gift for any man who
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Planters Try Dairyinq.

community of cotton planters in Phillips county, one of the largest cot ton counties in Arkansas, has import ed herds of some of the best dairy cattle they could find in Wisconsin, according to information received bs John H. Page, commissioners ot and are going in for dairying on q large scale A cooperative creamery and pasteurizing plant has been es, tablished at Barton and several car loads of Holstein COWS and several Jerseys have been brought to the community.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Dolorous Prospect.

Has Mrs. Dubwaite lost her inter- est in politics?"
 Temporarily" replied Mir. Dub- waite.
 "She isn't going to quit campaign ing, I hope?"
 "Oh, no. But Mrs. Dubwaite is 8 woman who simply thrives on opposi- tion. Suffrage is making such rapid progress she's afraid there will soon be nothing left to fight for."-Birm- ingham AgeHerald.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Renuisition Delayed.

Governor Trough postponed action on the requisition papers of the gov ernor of Illinois, who asked the return to that state of James D, Kirkland, un- til after Kirkland has been tried at Jonesboro on December 27 Kirkland is wanted in Chicago, where it is al- legged, he defrauded Eugene Massey Of $6.500 by q confidence game. He is also charged with fraud at Jones' boro, where he is now being held for trial.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Whfskey For Army Use.

Governor Brough received a com- munication from Gen. H. P. Mccain, adjutant general of the United States army, asking him if it would be possi- ble to turn over to the War Depart ment all liquors confiscated in Ark ansas for re-distillation of the alco- hol. Governor Brough said that he request may be granted.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
To Aid Thrift Campaign.

J. L. Bond, slate superintendent of public instruction, mailed to county superintendents, county examiners, principals and superintendents of schools in Arkansas explanations by Moorhead Wright, state director of the war savings and thrift campaign in Arkansas, together with sugges- tions as to how the campaign should be conducted.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Domestic Economy.

Not infrequently a man is such a good domestic mathematician that he can save the -price of a new suit by persuading his wife to have her last years street dress made over.-Syra- cuse Ost-Standard.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

about six weeks) transplant them into separate pots, using the soil first men toned. They will grow In these pots during the following summer. Always keep them in the full sun and there will be little difficulty growing them.- Philadelphia Ledger.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
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nLD Santa Claus is coming N The time Is Uery near
 Before tCe realize 1t
 Old Santa a0ill be here. HeU bring US SledS and tCdgons,
 And nuts and sugar plumS, And dolls, and furs, and dresses,
 And balls, and saOordS, and drums HeH come achen tOe are sleeping,
 Tucked in our beds SO 10hite, And all the stars are peeping
 At this, our Christmas night HeU come 10itb smiles and blessings Along the milky t0dy, And stop at eUery d10elHng
 Where little children stag. He'll gorniSh trees aCith presents
 And, aohile the a0orld IS stilI With giftS the children asked for
 Edch stocking he qoiH fU But, better hdn dl1 presents.
 Hell bring 10 US again The hearfeH Christmas a0iShes
 Of Good 10iH unto men, .Mdrthd Coleman Sherman in Chi
 cdgo Inter Ocean.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Dads inconsistency.

On the other hand, it's just like a man to buy a horn, drum and set of cymbals for his child and then ob- ject to the noise.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Raiment or the Like.

'Dubwaite says whenever he gives Mrs. Dubwaite a Christmas present 1t is something for the house."
 "Does that make her happy?"
 "Why not?'
 "rhe average wOman's idea of an acceptable Christmas gift is something for the street."
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Keeping the Quality Up

LAXATIVE PROMO Q OUININE, the World Famous Cure for Colds and Grip is now soc per box. ,ss On ferent Medicinal, Concentrated Extracts and Chem icals contained in LAXATIVE PROMO QUININHs 1t necessary to increase the price to the Drug Sist It has stood the test for Quarter of Cent ury. Itis used by every Civilized Nation.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

A girls idea of slow young man is one who hasn't acquired the hair muss- ing habit.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Appeal To Supreme Court.

Transcript was filed in the Supreme Court in the writ of certiorari case of w. w. Winfrey and Adois Bryan of Van Buren. Winfrey, who was con- victed, sentenced to pay a fine of $150 and removed from office. Oliver was found not guilty
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
BRIEF NEWS AND NOTES.

What is said 10 be the largest sim gle cotton transaction in the history of Des Arc was consummated few days ago, when the Newberger Cotton Company of Forrest City bought L. 400 bales from A. L. Erwin for $210,- GOO.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Rrounh Fills Vacancies.

Gov Brough has announced the ap- pointment of J. T Bullock of Russell vile as a member of the legal advis- ory board of Pope county. to succeed Dr. A. D. Shinn Ruby Robbins of Conway was appointed a member of the Faulkner county board, to succeed Judge w. H. Duncan. resigned.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

Most. particular women rse Red Cross Ball Blue. American made. Sure to please. At all good grocers. Adv.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

The German National Bank of Lit tie Rock, one of the oldest and strong est financial institutions in the South will change its name to the American National Bank at the annual meeting of stockholders to be held in January.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Extravapant.

"Axtravagant, isn't she?'
 "Very. She even served roast beef for her Thanksgiving dinner"
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
DcubIy Henpecked.

earth, 1t is said.
 Jane-Won't their wives get chesty?
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
THAT GRIM WHITE SPECTRE,

Pneumonia, follows on the heels of a neglected cough or cold. Delay no longer. Take Mansfield's Cough Ball. sam. Price 50c and $1.00.-Adv.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

Holland'is being referred to as "the doormat nation"
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

Weak, Fainty Heart, and Hysterlcs can be rectifed by taking "Renovine" heart and nerve tonic. Price SOC and $I. Aux
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

Sheriff w. F. Thomas of DeQueeu and deputies of Gilman brought in a still which they captured in the northwest corner of the county.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19
Inportan.t to Mothers

Examine carefully every bottle of CASTORIA, that famous old remedy for infants and children, and see that it Signature na11 s4s of &zzz<1Sx In Use for Over 30 Years.
 Children Cry for Fletcher's Castoria
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

Charles Fleming of Round Pond has received 2G cents per pound for cot ton ginned from cracked and frost bitten bolls.
Judsonia weekly advance., 1917-12-19

The Rev R. L. Armor, new pastor of tho M. E. Church, South, has arriv. ed at Marshall from Higden
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-04-07
LETTERS
rNooRsEs BRITISH UNIT

Honolulu. T. H.. April ). 1917.
Editor Honolulu Star Bulletin,
Sir: noticed In the Star-Bulletin
Of the Sd inst. correspondents letter
suggesting that British unit Of volun-
tsers fer service at the 'front.' be
formed in Honolulu. and venture TO
say that l think il is very sensible.
and should meet with every success
should il be initiated. may say that
I have myself volunteered on two oe-
casions, the first being in Ballard.
Australia, Immediately after outbreak
OF war. and vas rejected both times,
am willing 20 offer myself again at
the moment this project moves.
may say that | have two professions
which should prove useful. In con.
elusioR | should like to mention that
! have two brothers in the trenches,
one being in France for 81 months
with only enc leave Since June last
have received no word from him, as
mails are now so irregular d..
Yours faithfully.
EDWIN p. COUGH.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-04-07
CAVALRY IDOOP
REPORTS READY

Am example 4of the readiness
Win which the Nstionaf Guardson the
ot1er islands is prepared to answer
me can to arms regardless OF the
hsrdshfps which may result, is con-
famed in q communication from the
first separate troop Of Hawaiian cav
elry stationed at Waimea- Hawaii
The troop is composed of the en-
moves Of the Parker ranch and viii
fake practically every man on the
niace Il ordered away. Nevertheless.
rcntairl A. w. Carter writes that the
froop Is ready to come to Oahu or
INV other place the minute the order
8 given, fully mounted and equipped
for service
The troop is mounted on the pick
k.rsess ~ the ranch, which are kept
ronetantly in the corral to prevent
Ssiav The ranch hastsalso supplied
f,il mack train. J0ther officers are
~ Lieut. o, L. Sorenson and 2nd
lent s. X parker and the troop
Is composed Of 70 men.