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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
CATTLE STOLEN AT HARTWICK.

a." Several head Of cattle have disap-
peared mysteriously lately in the vi
cinity of Hartwick, and no clue as to
their whereabouts seemed available
until some time last week when the
hide of a crittr was sold to dealer
in Monticello. The hide was indetified
as that Of critter belonging to the
Beal estate. The officers were at once
notified and a search for the party
who disposed of the hide was institut-
ed. In their search for the men the
officers had an interesting time. When
the officers came close upon the men
they were after, the fellows made an
attempt to get away, under cover OF
night, and in doing so several shots
were fired in the direction of the Of
ficers. The bullets came within close
range of their mark.
Jas. Richie of Delhi township was
FINALLY captured and is now lodged in
the county Jail, as one Of the sus-
poets. The other man, said to be the
ring-leader Of gang, has not
been captured.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22

come! She went back to the cottage
with heart and soul welcoming Waits
greeting. And that evening, when Ben
was sitting outside smoking his last
pipe, Walt told her he loved her. They
stood at the open window looking sea-
ward, and the perfume of plum and
cherry and crab apple trees came to
them richly.
II haven't hope" he said in his
straightforward way. II know it's all
wrong even to think OF you spending
your life here and at sea, but I'm not
the man to let the woman love leave
me without my telling her. I've plenty
for us both with the boats and my
lumber interests. We could live bet
ter than Ben and I do. I'd build a
new house yonder on the bluff
"What would Ben say?" asked Kath-
crime, bit TREMENDOUSLY He turned
and caught the look in her eyes.
"YOu don't mean you would?" He
crushed her hands in his closely.
"Would you, Kate? Say yes and leave
Ben to me-
But outside on the little porch Ben's
chair scraped back, and he called lus-
tily:
Don't mind me. I've seen it com.
ing, and all I say is, God bless her,
cap'n."
Copyright, 1917. by the Mcclure Newspa-
per Syndicate.)
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Keeping Track Of Sun.

In addition to telling you the time of
day, your watch may be used for keep
ing track of the sun. When the orb of
day finishes its days journey and dis
appears in the west, note the time by
your watch Then draw a horizontal
line Imaginary, of course) from the
point of the hour hand to the opposite
side of the dial. The time indicated
by the line on this side will be the
time at which the sun rises In the
morning. Thus If the sun sets at eight
at night, the line shows that It will rise
at four in the morning; If it sets Of
seven 1t will rise at five; If at five 1t
will rise at seven, and 50 on.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
ADVERTISED LETTERS.

Letters remaining uncalled for Au-
gust goth, 1917:
Applebee, Mrs. Emily.
Carr, G.. NJ.
Clardy, Mrs. Annie.
Clover, Ed Jr.
Evans, Fred ].
Huyck, Jake
Jones, w. L.
McCray, Jas.
Towns, Mrs.
These letters will be sent to the
dead letter office September 3rd, 1917,
If not called for before that date.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Player Pianos at right prices Sc

Player Pianos at right prices See
S. X. Myers about them, Manchester.
Take your guests and stay all day
and get good hot dinner and supper
at the Red Cross Cafeteria at the
Strawberry Point Fair, August 20, &c.
and 81.
Mrs. Nellie Dudley was at Earl
vile last Friday, where she attended
a reunion of the class of the Earlville
High school of which she was a men,
Der. The class will hold their annual
reunion next year with Mrs. Dudley
in Manchester.
e. M. Hughes was visitor in Chi
cago several days last week. On his
way home he stopped at Stockton. ILL.,,
where he visited for short time with
Mrs. Hughes people. He was accom-
panied home by two of his neices, the
Misses Blanche and Irma Rowe, who
are now guests in the Hughes home.
Homer w. Phenicie spent Saturday
and Sunday with his wife who has
been in a hospital at Kirksville, Mo.
He returned home on Monday morn
ing and reports that Mrs. Phenicie
is not recovering as rapidly as her
friends had hoped she might. She is
now with her mother and sister, and
may have to submit to another opera
ton in the near future.
w. H. Crawl, who lives about four
miles north of Manchester, brought
sample of plums to this office last
Friday which were about the incest
We have seen in many day. The
plums are exceptionally large and
luscious. Mr.. Crawl bought the trees
from a Mechanicsville nursery few
years ago, and now has some OF the
finest bearing plum trees in that sec
ton.
Arthur Hutchinson, who has been
stationed at Syracuse, N. Y, in COM
mand of a company of recruits, has
received the appointment Of first lieu
tenant 1t is quite likely that Lieut..
Hutchinson will be kept at Syracuse to
train recruits. Ned Seeds. who some
months ago received an appointment
as second lieutenant in the cost artil-
cry, has also been commissioned as
a first lieutenant. Their Manchester
friends will be pleased to learn OF their
steady promotions.
Rev W. A. Montgomery and fami-
ly have left for two weeks vaca-
ton which they plan to make over
land in their automobile. They are
equipped with camp trailer, which
unfolds into unexpected proportions,
furnishing sleeping accommodations
for eight people. The trailer is also
equipped with an ice box, storage
drawers and cabinets, which all re-
sembles a hotel on wheels. Rev. and
Mrs. Montgomery have no particular
destination in mind, but intend to
seek out some northern lake where
the fishing is good. They expect to
camp a few days in the vicinity of
Minneapolis and are looking forward
to what they will no doubt experience
a very delightful trip.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
RETURN FROM WEDDING TRIP.

Mr.. and Mrs. Floyd H. Arnold re-
turned from their wedding trip to
Denver, Colorado, on Monday evening.
They made the trip in Mr.. Arnold's
Buick roadster, and travelled over $500
miles. Mr.. and Mrs. Arnold are re-
ceiving hearty congratulations from
their host of friends.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Buried Ire asure Recovered.

King John Of England Is credited
with having recovered in the thirteenth
century plate, coin and jewels worth
100000 or more that had been bur-
led in one place beneath the
Roman wall in Northumberland, and
it Is assumed that similar finds in other
places are still pOssible.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Mana Fear Of psath.

That which we term the fear Of
death In normal men and animals 10
an expression Of their desire to live.
Were 1t not that this desire was deep
ly implanted in all living things they
would soon disappear. This Is shown
by the efforts made to end their lives
by those who have lost the desire to
live. And losing it they lose fear con-
corning the future. As a rule they are
victims Of perversion of sense, feel
ing which may be only transient or
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Shadoof an Ancient Device.

For 81 centuries the shadoOf, type
of sweep used by the Egyptians for
raising water has been In common
use. Indeed, it is thought by some to
have been an ancient device even $500
years before Christ.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
UncalIed for Action.

Mary was visiting in the country
and had been stung by bee. She
didn't seem to mind the pain so much,
but she had a sensitive disposition.
She ran sobbing to her mother and
said, II don't see what he did it for,
cause hadn't done a thing to him."
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Wool Wool!

Percival-"Will you be annoyed if l
enjoy a weed in your presence" Pa
tience-"Not at all. look at tobac-
co In the same light as hay. don't
eat it myself, but like to see others
enjoy it."
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Color Photography.

To further color photography a New
York man has invented camera in
which two plates are exposed at once,
a perforated mirror that permits light
to reach one plate rejecting 1t also to
the other.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
rr.nslatlno Bible Into Chinese.

At least $1,4OO,OOO has been spent
during the last hundred years In the
TRANSACTIONS of the Bible into the
languages spoken in China. More than
$50 missionaries have given the best
years of their lives to the work.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
The Psychological Moment

Shc-"Now is the time to ask papa
He (With cold fc"t)-"Why now?' She
1.-The cook talks OF leaving because
our family is too large. Pail do any
thing to induce her to stay
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
hannlness In home.

$40 be happy at home is the ulti-
Onate result of all ambition, the end
to which every enterprise and labor
tends and of which every desire
prompts the prosecution. Samuel
Johnson.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Colds Cured.

To cure colds. mix one pint Of lard
and two ounces of camphor gum. neat.
and when cool add one tablespoonful
of strong ammonia. Keep in cool air
tight place. Apply to soft flannel and
put on chest.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Actors Feat Of Memory.

william Lyon, an itinerant actor IN
Edinburgh. once wagered that on the
next day at rehearsal he could repeat
the whole Of the DAILY Advertiser"
and, although drunk the night before,
he achieved this feat.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
WASHING the Hose.

Into room full of company rushed
Donald, soaking wet from head to feet.
"Why, Donald!" exclaimed his aston
.shed mother, 'where have you been?"
II BEEN" gulped Donald. Il been
washin' the hOsew
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22

sent, Smith.
Minutes of previous meetings we"e
read and approved.
On motion city treasurer's monthly
report was approved.
Sidewalk committee reported the
cost of constructing sidewalk order
ed on the property of Chas. E. Cawley.
on the northwest part of Orchard lot.
to be $4635, and ordered same certi-
fled to county auditor as by law pro-
vided.
On motion council passed resolution
ordering construction of sidewalk
on the north part of Orchard lot own
ed by Chas. E. Cawley.
On motion the following levies were
ordered certified to the County All
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Question Of Authority.

"You can't tell bout a display Of
authority" said Uncle Eben. MANY a
man thinks he's doin' fine job O mule
drivln' when de mule is jes' hurryin' to
cit home on his own account"
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Industry.

g. "Providence would only initiate
mankind into the useful knowledge OF
her treasure. leaving the rest to en-
ploy our industry. that we might not
live like idle loiterers. Sir Thomas
More.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
On Hinges.

For the convenience of persons
obliged to take medicines while travel
ing there has been invented device
resembling the bowls of d teaspoon
and 4 tablespoon hinged together.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Touch, Sure 'NuM.

High up on the list of those who
have no luck, says the Kansas City
Star, Is the man who advertised for a
wife, and whose first wife read the
ad and came back to him.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Her Heaven.

Miss Louise says her notion OF
heaven is Il place where she 'ould
take a deep breath at swell recep-
ton without fear of busting some
thing,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Erous Protected.

In France, frogs are protected by
law much as fish are in this country.
There is a closed season, and hunting
them by night is forbidden at any
time. -- o."
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
10 Remove Tobacco Stains.

\ little denatured alcohol applied
With brush will quickly remove the
lark brown tobacco stains from copper
or brass ash trays.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
II Can't Be Done,

We know of father who has been
terry of the heir.-Exchange.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Economy Note.

BY reversing the handle on a dust
brush which has been worn near the
point additional wear may be OBJ
tanned.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Word From Br'er Williams.

Dey amt no OF men nowadays; de
exercise of side-steppin' de speedin'
mobeels keeps 'em young.-Atlanta
Constitution.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22

Warns Mountain Climbers.
Colorado puts bells on dangerous
mountain spots to warn climbers.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
Liberty.

Liberty.
God grants liberty only to those who
love it, and are always ready to guard
and defend it-Daniel Webster.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-08-22
A Recipe.

A Recipe.
To double your troubles and lessen
your friends, talk about them.-
Youths Companion.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Womans Missionary Society
 Elected Officers

The Womans Missionary Socie ty of the Methodist church met Wednesday afternoon. with Mrs. J. F. Maxey. Mrs. Jennings led the meeting, reading for the scripture lesson Ex. 35th and 8th chapters, subject: How they gave for the tabernacle"' Mrs. M. B. Conatser, treasurer, made her freport for the years work. The election of officers was the next business of the meeting and following are the officers for 1917. Mrs. A, H. T.eadway, President; Mrs. w. w. Jennings, Vice Pres ident; Mrs. w. J. LeRoy, Super intendent of Publicity and Mis- sion Study; Mrs. M. B. Conatser, Treasurer; Mrs. Jennings. Sec retary; Mrs. R. H. Burrow, Cor responding Secretary; Mrs. Hen- ry Webb, Agent for Missionary Voice. Mrs. LeRoy was appointd leader.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Collins-Kinq

4 wedding of much interest
 to a large number of people of North Franklin was that of Miss Vera Collins, daughter of Mir. and Mrs. John Collins. and Eric King. son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack King all of White Oak neighbor- hood. These young people came to town Sunday, December 24th and were married by Judge b. l.. Ford at his nome and went oat to the gt9om5 home where an elaborate dinner was served in their honor Onit the ifnmedi- ate families and close relatives were present. At this dinner these excellent young people, not only received the parenta blessing bg, were tented in the old fashioned way. Those who have eaten at lLr. ard Mrs. Kings table know how lagishly they serve you, and on this oc- casion no pains were spared to mako this an enjoyable affair, Miss Vera Is the eldest daughter in her family 90 is Erie the e ld- est son in the Kine famj ly and this is the first marriage. The Spectator extends best wishes and organizations.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Notice

To Automobile Owners: The Acts of the General Assembly of 1913 fixes a penalty of $500 on the eowner of every Automobile who fails to procure his license by the 10th, day of January of each year. or after 10 days from the purchase of every Auto.
 This is justas much the law o this state as any other upon the statute and will be enforced as such, 'and have been instructed by the Commissioner of state lands, highways and improve ments to see to it, that this law is executed. Ozark. Ark, Dec, 27th 1916.
 J. D. McIlroy, Sheriff.
 Franklin County, Ark.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Mrs. Luther .Bearden Dead

Mrs. Luther Bearden died at her home a few miles from Webb City, Thursday about 1o'clock 1 p. m. from pneumonia. She had not been well.for several days and pneumonia with comqlica- tioes set up Monday when her condition.became critical and her physician dispaited of her life. Mrs. Bearden was the eldest daughter of Mir. and Mrs. J. K. Ford and sister of Judge D. l.. Ford. She leaves a husband and baby about six months old. The family and relatives have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.
 Mrs. l. l.. Ford and Mrs. A. w. Dupriest were called to Mrs. Beardens Thursday and were at her bedside when she passed away. The funeral was held at Cecil Friday.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Alix High School Notes

If the Editor will spare us a little space in the good paper Spectator, we will try a few school notes.
 School began on New Years day. Mir. Partain said if we would all start in on this day. We wouldn't miss any more school this year.
 Annie Whittle was absent from school Monday.
 Maude Tins was absent Mon day.
 Gladye Hopkins has quit school Ada Hopkins was absent from school Monday. She had con- pany at home. We are glad to see George Wallis start back to school. There were not many at school Monday.
 Better attendance Tuesday. No chapel Monday as it W5s to cold.
 If this don't find the paper basket will try again some other time.
 School Kid
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Presbyterian Church

Ne want you to attend our services next Sunday. At Il o'clock we.Will have the roll cali, and we want you to answer to your name, Ii you are a mem OCT of t6e church. If not we want you there any way. This will be followed by our re gulal Communion service. At seve' D. IT. the subject for cons era ton will be The Man ef the Hour, and the Question of the Ages. ;"
 The Sunday School meets al 9:30 a. n, and The Christian En. deauor at 6:15 pm. This is g. to church month and we want you to attend every service pos sible. Every member and frieno is invited to pull" with Us this month Visitors and strangers are most cordially invited and will receive a warm welcome.
 J. H, King, Pastor.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Sh oes of Canvass

Unless the price of hide GroD the leatherless shoe will become d reality. declared V. J. Shoenecker Jr., president. of a Milwaukee shoe company.
 "A shoe of canvass and rubber is being planned for next sum- mer" he said.
 Between the sole of the foot to keep the rubber from burning the foot there will be a thin strip of leather that's all. /"
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Methodist Church
 Jan. 7th

Subject Give God Chance" Church Conference at 2 o'clock D. m, Committees for 1917 viii be elected. Much interesting work is being done and every urged to be present.
 At ' D. m. subject-"W Wrong attitude toward Christ" Every man and boy should hear this. xii are urged to be present.
 w. J. LeRoy, Pastor.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
FROM OVER THE COUNTY
Bulah

Miss Pearl Bowerman visited Miss Verna Rich Sunday.
 Mrs. Ochenfels visited Mrs. Griffiths Monday evening.
 Anderson Stufflefeld and Ed Gray left Monday for Oklahoma City.
 Miss Hazel Bowerman visited Miss Anda Flames Monday even- ing.
 Miss Bertie Shan and Albert Ford were married December 24th.
 Miss Hazel Bowerman WAS greatly surprised Monday night with a new years party.
 There was a speaking contest at Bulah Dec. 16th. Miss Hazel Bowerman won the prize.
 Bob Brooks is on the sick list at this writing.
 Miss Eliza McMurty gave a tacky party Saturday night. All reported a nice time.
 Anderson Stufiefield and Miss Hazel Bowerman visited Miss Eliza McMurtry Sunday evening.
 A large crowd of boys from Peterpender attended the tacSy party Saturday night.
 Brown Eyes old school mate.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Marriage Licenses.

County Clerk Bollinger issued the following marriage licenses during the month of December. Willie Nixon and Miss Bessie White.
 G. B. Cotton and Miss Gussie Hill.
 William Perkins and Miss Hes- ter Rutheford.
 D. A. Hay and Miss Dora Jones E. F. Johnson and Miss Edna Biggerstatf.
 Willie Barham and Miss Mary Barnes.
 Raymond Brooks and Miss Emma Turner.
 R. L. Casey and Miss Nancy Byford.
 Willie Helmert and Miss Emory King.
 Erie King and Miss Vera Col lins.
 w. M. McCallum and Mss Mable Ray Young.
 Ciciro Phillips and Miss Mary Cough.
 Nathan Edgin and Miss Carrie Avery.
 Elvus Shaw and Miss Gertie Hutchens.
 Fred Cartney and Miss Mary Kizer.
 Virgil Desham Miss Nagle An drews.
 Clyde Munsey and Miss Vera Vest.
 Vert Brown and Miss Beatrice Mcclellan.
 Tom Riggs and Miss Bessie Jackson.
 Fielding Wheeless and Miss Ora Jacobs. C
 J. K. Brashears and Miss Will lie Grimes.
 w. N. Valvia and Miss May Yarbrough.
 L. L. Wall and Miss MaVde lilly.
 w. J. Nichols and Miss Bessie Stormes.
 Frank Hillard and Mrs. Mar tha Malloay.
 w. D. Becham and Miss Annie Roman.
 Joseph T. James and Miss Della Gray. w. M. Greer and Miss Alice Buckles.
 John Kilion and Miss Ada Ruthford.
 Ocie Ellis and Miss Viola Me- Gee.
 Bert w. Miller and Miss Bess Elam. q
 0. w. Reed and Miss Merneva Edwards.
 M. J. Kelly and Miss Blanch Clark.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
An Announcement. :.

wish to announce to car own CTS that 1 have purchased the Garage from Roy Kindrick and am prepared to put your car in good order.
 Repair work a speciality. l handle high grade gasoline. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Your patronage solicited.
 THURMAN WARNER.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
: The Friendly Sort O. Way.

When man aint got cent an he's feein kind O blue An the clouds hang dark an heavy and won't etthe shine throug, It's great thing my brethren for feler just to lay His hand upon your shoulder in friendly sort O way It makes feel curious it makes the drop start An you feel of uter in the region of the heart You cant look up an meet his eyes you don't know what to say
 When his hand yonr shoulder in friendly sort way Oh, the worlds curious compound, with it's honey an it's gall
 With it's and bitter but it's good world after all.
 An good God must have it -eastways that's what say When hand rests my shoulder in a rndy sort oway
 James Whitcomb Riley.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
ALTUS DEPARTMENT
Health Is very good.
By M, E. Church Missionary Society.

Health is very good.
 School begun Monday after ten days vacation.
 Everybody seemed to enjoy the holidays.
 Bro. Robertson will fill his re- gular appointment Sunday.
 Mrs. Harris returned to Vian Tuesday.
 On account of bad weather and holidays, Wesare behind with our report, but here we are.
 Quite a number enjoyed a watch meeting Sunday night at the NJ. E. Church.
 Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Carter re- turned last Wednesday from Howe, Oklahoma. Mrs. Carter was accompanied by her sister, Miss Helen Austin.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
For Mrs. Paul

Mrs. Tom Davidson entertain- ed at her home Tuesday after noon complimentary to- Mrs. Leo Paul. There were twenty guest and rock was played at five tables. Delicious refreshments were served at the tables.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06

Sam Littleton is suffering from a very painful wound in his right hand caused by running a heavy wire through his hand. He was cleaning out un when the accident happened.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Home Sweet Home

Two httle GIeas together sat, And one to the other said: "I have no place to hang my hat Since my old dog is dead. I've travelled the world from place to place,
 And farther will I roam, But the first darn dog that shows
 his face Will be my home, sweet home!"
 Country Gentleman.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06

According to a Kansas phiIos- opher, the reason boys leave the farm Is that Willie's calf grows up to be pas COW.
The Ozark spectator., 1917-01-06
Like Open Book FofYouneMoth

Most women look upon becoming a mother, for the first time, as something full of unknown mysteries; a g O n y and pain {; a time of distressing days and