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Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20

ing you moo, they will ma wait too long
Inc sex is changeable. I've set INV
heart on seeing you married before l
get another turn for the worst"
On, Mr.. Benchley. you're all right"
began Beth, hastily. but he nut his
hand up warningiy.
Dont shock me or alarm me. and
oont be arguing wi me, neither. for
my hearts no too strong at that. I've
talked this out wi Alan before Won
come at all, an he's beginning to see
hcht Already. I've been watching both
or you this long while, and Tn sick q
the lalligagging and waiting. You can
60 quietly over the river to Jersey and
be married right away. and TIL pny the
bill. Get ready, lass"
Alan's eyes begged her to be Yield.
Ing, but 1t was the old set face lying
back on the pillows that moved her to
act as he wished. and she slipped up
to her own room without word to any
one.
When they came back 1t was the din
ner hour, two o'clock on holidays, and
as they came down stairs together
Beth heard voice in the dining room.
a resembling, hearty, strong voice, Mr..
Benchley speaking.
Il had to use subterfuge WI them"
he was saying. They're both obstin.
ate. but 80 am 1. and I've married
them of safe and sound by making II
my dying request. An when you see
them coming In you're to 81 them a
cheer"
He stopped short. Beth came first
slushing and wide-eyed, with a sprig
Of mistletoe on her breast and anoth.
er In her fair hair. And the old fel.
low waited breath!essly till she came
near. Bending over her, he kissed her
on her cheek.
"And may God bless you both the
day" he finished.
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Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20

and Old Loves
By LAURA lean LIRREY

When J think on the happy days
spent with YOU. my little dearie,
Now what lands between US lie,
How can but be eerie?
A s yuletide draws near, a mans
~ mind is very apt to revert to
. happy Christmas times that
have gone before. There Il
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20

A story Is told OF little girl VIZ
In her evening prayer, told Of child
she had seen In the street that day.
He was ragged and I guess he was
cold" prayed the little worshiper. but
that isn't any Of our business, is TT"
That Is the attitude Of some people at
Christmas time. They do not seem to
realize that 1t Is their business to look
ont for any outside their own happy
little circle, and such miss the best Of
the day Of days.-Girl's Companion.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20
Christmas Is Still
a Religious
Holiday

Christmas holds q unique place as
yearly celebration. The observance
OF other holidays has changed, but
Christmas has yielded none of its orr
ginal sacredness. Ii is now, as AT first,
essentially religious day. Its reality
voices q song of fraternity people
grow at this season more generous,
more indulgent, more human. 1t 10
evangeitsttc for the destruction OF
malice and ill-will-differences be-
tween one and another are forgotten.
Year by year Christmas devitalizes
selfishness, and consequently the day
Is a powerful factor for good. Great
characters step from the spiritualixed
atmosphere; majestic deeds Of charity
leave their blessing and example ev-
erywhere. Yuletide Is not merely
period Of gift bestowal or solely a time
of thoughtfulness. Its AsntAcance Is
more profound. Feeling is immersed
In kindness. Conduct Is adapted to
what Is highest and best.
The first plain Christmas, of which
that OF today is a sublime issue, digni.
fed sacrifice. The Good Book says
And there were shepherds watching
and keeping the night watcheoa over
their flocks." A manifestation of per-
Sonal sacrifice. Those who would be
rich must give The gift need not be
monetary. Giving Is without hmita.
don-if q singer, give to others a glad
song; II a millionaire In experience,
give freely Of advice; II a table Of
plenty, share the repast with those
who are not only physically hungry,
but thirsty for sympathy; II invested
with geniality, become a prince giver
of laughter, Of service, Of encourage
ment. Be constructive. Followers Of
this doctrine draw from the season q
rich return In happiness.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20

most always a woman connected witt
mans happy times and pleasant day
dreams. The man who left the farm
TO make his fortune in the great city
and who has become rich, bachelor
boarding at a fashionable hotel or club
can usually recall some particularly
happy Christmas in the long ago-s
Christmas dinner in the old home
taking his first sweetheart Christmas
eve to a ball in the town hall; the de-
light of taking her home-a mile
through snow drifts on winter night
He had written to her few times aft
er leaving home, then the excitement
of city life had crowded her out of his
memory and his life. As Christmas
draws nigh again, thoughts carry him
back to the girl he loved when time
was young with him. On the impulse
of the moment he dasheS off a letter
to her. He does not know whether
she will receive 1t. She may be mar
ried or she may have moved away.
The old folks at home had been care
full never To mention her even in an.
swer to his inquiries.
How strange 1t is that the same
thought can fill two different minds at
the same time. The girl of long ago.
still single, knowing he has not wed
picks up courage to send Christmas
card to the boy grown old now who
took her TO her first ball on Christmas
eve. The letter and card cross each
other as each flies to It's goal. The
bachelor finds 1t in his Christmas mail.
The lonely woman standing by win
dow in a far-off farmhouse has let
ter handed to her by neighboring
farmer who kindly fetched II to her
from the post office Christmas morn
ing. simultaneously there is a warm
glow in two hearts widely severed.
And vet there are people who won
der that there are romances which are
revived at yuletide when men and
women no longer young sigh for love
and home cheer. If they sit alone and
lonely listening to the chimes Of the
Christmas bells.
Christmas day is the time to light
the sacred fire upon the altar of old
hopes and loves and make the longing
and dreams realities. Sending a little
Christmas card with a well-chOsen
kindly verse is sure to find an echo in
Il lonely mans heart at this time OF
all others. One should not check the
kindly resolve to send one. 1t can do
no harm and 1t may bring much happi-
ness. To whom are you going to send
your MERRY Christmas card In this
year of our Lord 1917? Perhaps I'll
find one In my stocking. I'll hang 1t
up and see. take this occasion to
send each and every one of my readers
Merry Christmas, together with the
wish that the coming year may be the
/ most successful one OF their lives.
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Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20
A CHRLSTMASLULLABY

Half an hour before midnight on
Christmas eve In Mexico the "Litany
of the God Child" is sung. It Is after
this that the world-famous lullaby
song of all Mexico, the "Roro," il
heard. Every Mexican mother knows
this "Rock-a-bye" song. which is sup
posedly for the soothing Of the infant
Jesus. In time and tune 1t is not un-
like the American song, "Old Gray
Goose"
Many other nations besides the Mex
leans have their Christmas songs, -
not many have distinctive Yuletide ~!
labieS.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20
CHRISTMAS REUNIONS

TOW many families whose men,
bers have been dispersed and
scattered far and wide In the
restless struggles of life are on this
day reunited and meet once again in
that happy state of companionship and
mutual good will which is source OF
such pure and unalloyed delight and
one 50 Incompatible with the cares and
sorrows of the world that the religious
belief of the most civilized nations
and the rude traditions of the rough
est savages alike number il among the
first joys of a future condition of ex-
istence provided for the blest and
happy How many old recollections
and how many dormant sympathies
does Christmas time awaken Charles
Dickens
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20
Community Christmas Trees.

community SnrteSTas Trees.
Many towns and villages get much
satisfaction and advertising out Of
community Christmas trees. The COM
munity tree brings the people together
into the open and II well managed Is
worth while in any community.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-12-20
Not Especially

Not Especially for Father.
"Christmas was created for chill
dren," declares contemporary. 1t ia
quite plain that it was not arranged
exclusively for the benefit Of father.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
ALLEGES ASSAULT
 BY CO-RESPONDENT
Shaw Goolshy Gets Divorce 0n Peii- ton in Which He Charges Gordon
 Parneil With Beating Him.

Shaw GOOlsby was yesterday grant ed a divorce from Ruby Goolsby on the ground of adulterH with Gordon Parnell,' the court awarding the custody of q child of three years to plaintiff, and ordering the defendant to take all your personal belongings and vacate at once 4l9 Chestnut street. being the houSo you were liy- ing in as the wife of Shaw Goolsby," and not to offer hindrancc 10 plain tiff in assuming the Sust0dN of the child.
 In his petition the plaintiff charged defendant with infidelity over sey- eral months period, and declared that on the night of April l at about 9 F. m, he returned home unannouncei, discovered defendant and correspond ent together, and was assaulted by correspondent, who is charged With holding a pistol on plaintiff while he was choked and beat.
 The defendant filed answer to the petition. denying the allegations.
 Five Other Decrees.
 Julia Rollins was divorced from Major Rollins because of non-support and cruelty, plaintiff alleging defend ant deserted her for another wom- an" She was given one~third inter- est in two lots in Dumas, and the custody of three children.
 Cruelty was the ground on which Bessie Malone and Deal Ewing su"- cessfully prosecuted suits for divorce from Anderson Malont and Sophie Ewing, respectively, while desertiol was pleaded by plaintiffs in the suits of C. J. Williams vs. Mary J. Will Hams. and Eliza Carpenter vs. John Carpenter.
 Minnie Thomas was divorced from Henry Thomas because defendant has been convicted of felony, and is Oil the state penal farm.
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Library Children Will Observe Bird Day Here.

The children of the library, at their Story Hour Saturday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, at the library in the assemb- ly hall of the chamber of commerce will celebrate Bird Day, and will hear stories telling of bird life and the necessity for bird preservation.
 Mrs. A. Homer Jordan, an except ionally talented teller of stories, will tell "The Song of the Cardinal Gene Stratton Porter's great bird story, and Prof C.. E. Hohgatt, evangelistic singer who is aiding in the revival services at the Christian church. will sing some songs and also will tell some stories. Both Mrs. Jordan and Prof. Hohgatt will prove more than usually interesting, to the children.
 Mrs. w. B. Morgan, chairman of the story hour committee, has pre- pared an especially delightful SUI nrise and treat for the children. Whi 'h will be kept a secret until after the stories are told. It is expected there will be a record breaking attendance at the story hour, owing to the un- usually interesting program pre- pared.
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OBITUARY
W. M. PETERSON.

w. NJ. Peterson, for very many years a resident of this city, died about 2:30 o'clock yesterday afternoon at his home in Tennessee street, near Sec ond avenue. after protracted illness.
 Mr. Peterson was very widely known and very highly esteemed, especially among the older residents of Pine Bluff. In recent years he has been gunsmith for J. L. Armfield. He is survived by his widow and several children.
 The funeral will be held at 3:30 o'clock this afternoon from the resi- dence. with services by Rev. w. c. Schrader, pastor of the Lutheran church, and interment in Bellwood cemetery. The following will serve as pallbearers:
 Simon Bloom, w. L. Toney, A. C.. Breiner, J. L. Armfield, Judge l.. E. Cheek and Judge J. R. Stewart.
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kobins0n-W Wi!bourGe " edding Last. Nichf

MISS Emma WilbOurne and Adam ifoDlnson were married at o'clock last night at the home of the bride; brother and sister Mir. and Mrs. John U. Mllooulne, at Seventeenth avenue ana Mulberry street. Rev. J. I. Norris sad the simple solemn ceremony.
 because of the long and serious illness of the brides mother. the we'd dln2 was very quiet home ceremony only relatives and very few intimate lflends being present The bridal couple were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Tom Collier III. and by little Clayton Jones. The home was very prettiIy decorated in white and green for the ceremony. The bride was attired in blue coat suit. with gray accessories. and carried corsage boquet Of sweet peas and orchids. Mr. and Mrs. Rob- inson left on the Lone Star" early this morning for Memphis and St. Louis, and will return in about two weeks to make their home in this city.
 The bride is one of the best beloved and most popular Of Pine Bluffs girls, daughter of Mrs. N. K. Wilbourne, and held in the closest affection by her pupils at the First Ward school, as well as by all other folk who know her The groom, son of AIr. and Mrs Ralph Robinson, is Pine Bluff boy, who, by his personal traits of char aeter and sterling worth, is ranked with the most successful of the younger business men, and is one of the most popular residents of this city.
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POLICEMAN HENRY
 WEDS MRS. LOVEJOY

Pat Henry, one of the best known and most popular members of the Pine Bluff police department, and Mrs. Kate Lovejoy, we'll known highly esteemed and popular wom" an. were married at S:30 o'clock last night, at the home of the bride, sos East Second avenue, Magistrate c. C. Brewster saying the ceremony.
 There were present only a few relatives and intimate friends, the ceremony being a most quiet home affair. MT. and Mrs. Henry have re- ceived many expressions of congratu- lations and good wishes for their happiness, news of the wedding of the happy couple spreading quickly among their friends last night.
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NEW JERSEY PRIEST
 TO SOLEMNIZE MASS

Rev. Father McElhone of Newark, N. J., is here to care for the pastorial duties of St. Joseph's Catholic church, during the illness of Monsgr. Enright, will celebrate solemn high mass at 1O:30 o'clock this morning, at the church.
 The sermon will be preached by Rev. Father Heageny, president of Little Rock college, and who is a pulpit orator of exceptional ability. There will also be special music by the choir, under the direction of Mrs o. s. Robinson, and the following mass will be sung:
 Kyrie, (GuilmanD; Gloria, (Fiske) :; Credo, 0IommerilD Regina Coeli, (WerneD; Sanctus, (Gounod); and 9gnus Dei, (HommerilD
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
GLAD TO LEARN OF IT

Coughs that follow La Grippe, or any deep-seated hacking cough, will wear down the strongest man or wo- man if allowed to continue; c. Smith, 1421 18th St., Augusta, Ga, writes: I got one 25c bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar and my cough and cold is about well. l was glad to learn of a great medicine like that"
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08

Do you get up at night? Sanol is surely the best for all kidney or blad. der troubles. Sanol gives relief in "A troubles. Sanol is guaranteed rem edy. 35c and $1.00 a bottle at the drug store. T&Stf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Suiiragists Showing Interest in Homework.

That there is no foundation for the oft-repeated statement that suffrage will wean the women from their ordl- nary home duties was demonstrated plainly the past week by the interest shown by very many of the leaders and workers in suffrage ranks in The Graphic's cooking school, at the Shriners' temple.
 It was remarked that each after noon there were present at the ses- sions many women who have been hearty advocates for suffrage ana ia that these women took more than ordinary active part in the sessions demonstrating that though they may be keenly anxious to obtain and ex- ercise the right of suffrage, they are losing none of their interest in nome management.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
PERSONALS.

F. c. Holland has returned from Louisiana, where he closed deal for the purchase of 2,200 acres of land by some Mississippi parties.
 Martin l.. Grover, who has charge of the mechanical repair department of Thompson Bros.' garage, has re- turned from a visit to Detroit, Flint and other Northern auto manufactur- ing centers.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
irastoral Ta Helpers
 lhon0r Mrs. Scruggs.

c, me Pastoral Helpers of the First Hn,istlan sni church have shown honor n unu pald tribute by reelecting Mrs. A. a zsn scruggs to the presidency, as a ''o{ '' ahs ah or showing their appreciation Na,u .ne untlring and devoted work of fo. ~, D. Scfuggs for the organization and
 ,ol tne church. Mrs. w. J. Miller
 wo,, waS elected vice president, Mrs. J. P. don4 oahg was made second vice presi- een., Mrs. R. M. Vance treasurer,
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Wallace.Hart
 Wedding Today.

ihe wedding of Miss Effie Wallace ana a.eo J. Clyde Hart will take place at @ s.oo o'clock this afternoon, at the 1H nonle of the brides sister. Mrs. momer nome, Parker, in North Cedar nreet, T; Rev. J. I. Norris, pastor of the ceremony. W '"' '''o
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Easter Cantata Today
 At First Bantist Church.

The choir of the First Baptist church, under the direction of Mrs Frank Thompson, and assisted by 9 number of local artists, will render special easter music at the morning service today, at the First Baptist church. The Easter cantata, "The Crucified,' by Nevin, will be rendered, and the organ prelude will be "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," by Handel.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Steck.POss Wedding
 Al Christian Church.

Miss Willie Poss and Will r. Steck were married at S:3O o'clock last night at the First Christian church, Rev. A. Homer Jordan saying the ceremony in the presence of gathering of rela- itves and friends of the happy young couple.
 Mir. and Mrs. Poss are among tne best known and most popular young people in Pine Bluff, where they nave spent their lives and where they will
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
RAILROAD BRIDGE
 NEAR MONROE BURNS

Monroe, La., April Fire, believed by railroad men to have been of in- cendiary origin, today destroyed a part of a bridge on the Vicksburg Shreveport x Pacific railroad 40 miles east of here. A fire occurred on this same bridge yesterday, but was discovered before much damage was done
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Matz.Judy Engagement IS Formally V Announced.

:, MT. and Mrs. John Matz announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Stella, to Edward s. Judy of St. Louis, Mo, the wedding to take place April IS.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
TEN WANT r. Q. JOBS.

Ten applicants underwent a civil service examination yesterday in the postoffice building for positions as clerk and carrier in the postoffice service
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Wednesday. Anri1 IT.

Easter dance, Machinists' auxiliary. Fraternity hall
 Bridge luncheon by Mrs. Bert Pick lens, at Walnut Lake, complimentary
 ito Mrs. Flournoy Cross and Miss Vir- |ginia Walker.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
WEII, NOW AGENT
 FOR. THE PATERSON

s. c. Veil announced yesterday that he has added to the cars handled by his agency here, the Apperson Jack Rabbit and the Harroun, both widely known and popular cars.
 Mir. Well has already received shipment Of Appersons, and expects to receive a carload of Davis autos and two carloads of Little Giant trucks during the next week.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
LICENSED TO WED.

Licenses were issued yesterday for the marriage of J. c. Hart and Miss Effie Mae Wallace: Manuel Burgie and Miss Lena Sanders; w. P. Steck and Miss Willie Poss; all of Pine Bluff, and Dr. Morris and Miss Emily Word, both of Grapevine.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
LOCAL BOYS ENLIST.

Frank Byrd went to Little Rock yes terday, where he planned to meet his brother, Rob Lee Byrd of Paragould, it being the intention of the brothers ton enlist in the United States army. They are sons of MT. and Mrs. Will Byrd of this city.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
ThurSday. Anril b

MS. Rosemond and Mrs. Warriner for Miss Matz.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Lazarus-Levinthal engagement Announced.

NIT. and Mrs. Alex Lazarus an- nounce the engagement and ap- proachlng marriage of their daug!1- ter, ter, Retta, to Leon Levinthal of ,S lyler' Texas, the wedding to occur in the near future.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
$ c Gl E T Y

Mfs' Waters secretary, and Mrs T. p oarlief, press correspondent
 ne Pastoral Helpers have hcon lneetmg thrice each week durino tha reVlVal services at the c1)urch an', nave been doing much pyanooI;eiia e'ti work. They meet again Monday ''f+ af+ elhooh at 2:l0 o'clock, at the clnrrb
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
NOT TO ISSUE IRON COINS.

Copenhagen, April 1.-The Danish government has abandoned the pro- ject of coining iron money, but will allow the importation of Norwegian and Swedish iron coins
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
SELLS TWO AUTOS.

S. c. Well reports the sale of a seven-passenger Davis automobile 10 o. E. Mckenzie and the sale of a seven-passenger Apperson Jack Rab- bit'' to Hinton Ferguson.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Saturday,, April If.

Story Hour, at Library, 3 D. m.
 Young Ladies' club, First Methodist church, With Mrs. J. w. Briley.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08

1 EdSLeT Cduldld, IL d ]ll., I II St DdD- tist church.
 Monday, April 3. Young Ladies' club, First Presby. terian church, 3 p. m., with Mrs. F. G Bridges.
 Mrs. Frank Dietz, entertaining for Miss Matz. Pastorial Helpers, 2:15 D. m., at First Christian church. Young Ladies' guild, ? D. m., Trin- | ity church. Bible study, Women's Missionary society, 3 D. m., First Methodist church. Reception by Woman's auxiliary of Trinity church, at rectory, for wom- len of the parish.
 Bible study, Lakeside Missionary society," with Mrs Theodore Cope land.
 Women's auxiliary, Alexander Me- morial Presbyterian church, with Mrs. J. A. Perdue, D. m.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08

Opportunity knocks but once. Don't you hear her? See our ad. Taylor & Co.,, Rental Agents.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
Tuesday. Anril 04.

state Sunday school convention, Flrst Presbyterian church, opening If three day session.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08

According to Josephus, the walnut tree was formerly common in Pales- tine and grew luxuriantly around the sea of Tiberius.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
BIRTHS.

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Reeves, at their home in Walnut street, last night, a 1O-pound. boy.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08

Remove fresh coffeee stains by pouring boiling water through the fabric.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08
SOCIAL CALENDAR.
Sunday, April s.

Easter song service, First Methodist church, 7:45 p. m.
 Easter program, Hawley Memorial church, 7:45 p. m., by Merry Methodist Maids.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08

,,a,Il ne iolng Ladies clab of the Fir # Gtlnodlst church will meet neyt S1iaVof4ay, sat, April II, at the residence Of ,Gts' 3I t, \" Hriiey, with Mrs. Brjler
 M M, S' t'nn Hut, Mrs. ]. E. sande 5s . t'll1 MISS NargerE Rcybum as hos
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08

INT. MIs' CoT5nne Knox is eypectea lto,He .hu ms week from Florida where .i.,, she spent the greater part of rho
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-04-08

fronP froI,, their home, after their return nom a.'1 Wedding journey 10 Nomnhis I' s
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Tuesday, April 10.

|Annunciation academy, ? to , D. m. Parliamentary Study club, 2:3o D. |m., Hotel Pines.
 David o. Dodd chapter, U. D. C., with Mrs. Charles Fitzhugh.