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Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
MORE WHEAT WILL
Be PRODUCED IN
1917 Than 1916
Department of Agriculture
Estimates Yield Will Be
656,0O0,O00 Bushels.

Washington, June s.--Thc prospec-
tive wheat crop of the United States
this year was forecast today by the de-
partment of agriculture at 656,000,000
bushels, combining revised estimate
of the badly damaged winter crop and
the first estimate of the new spring
wheat crop, based on June l condi-
tions. That, compares with 100000
bushels harvested last year and $685.
100000 bushels, the average crop for
1911-15.
The increased spring wheat area
placed at 1908, 900 acres and the
good start Of this crop under good
conditions indicate production of
283, 100000 bushels, compared with
158, $4,000 bushels last year, 351 ,S54 =
900 bushels in 1915 and 233,571 900
bushels, the average for the six pre-
vious years.
Improved weather conditions during
May increased prospects of winter
wheat and indicated crop of 373,000,-
600 bushels. The crop this spring is
/ under adverse conditions, 100000 acre:
having to eb abandoned because of the
severe winter and other causes. Apri
/ conditions indicated production O.
| 430, 100000 bushels.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
eft when the battle was over.

left when the battle was over.
The throng which witnessed the I'M
yelling ceremonies completely covered
the broad expanse OF ground immedi-
ately surrounding the memorial and
extended for q great distance on eth
er side along West Confederate ave-
nue.. There was little of the spectacu-
lar in the program. Following the OPP
ening prayer and a selection of music
Governor Stuart was introduced and
delivered an address turning over the
memorial to the battlefield commits
sion. The Grafton of the day was de-
livered by Leigh Robinson, founder
and president of the Confederate Men,
orial Home. Other brief addresses
were delivered by official representa-
tives of the federal government, the
state of Pennsylvania, the United Con-
federate Veterans and the Grand
Army of the Republic.
The memorial was designed by F..
Williams Cievers, the noted sculptor.
General Lee is represented seated on
his famous charger "Traveler." Occu-
pying the front Of the base OF the
memorial is a sculpturcd group intend
cd to commemorate The three branches
of the Confederate service. The diff
ferent characters illustrate the various
walks of life from which Lees army
was recruited. The group measures
sixteen feet in length and the figures
are seven feet high. The equestrian
statue of General Lee looks directly
over the group and all face the IA
NOUS "Bloody Angle"
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
HOME GUARDS MUSTER
go men LAST night
Four Squads Drill for Hour in Bar
raque Street, Near the
Courthouse.

About 60 members of the Jefferson
Home guards were drilling last night
in Barraque street, near the court
house. They were divided into four
squads, R. Ray Mcintyre, Harold
Bluthenthal, B. w. Langford and E.
0. Harrison serving as drill masters.
Rain forced a rest at one time, but
practically all remained and resumed
drilling after the shower had ceased.
There is fine spirit being display
ed by the men, leaders in the commun-
ity taking and executing orders as
willingly and as readily as the young
est men in the ranks. All seem eager,
and all display enthusiasm, the Older
men especially showing determination
to have the organization grow in num-
bcrs and improve in proficiency
against the possible time when there
will be urgent need for just such a
body Of men.
| Reports of contemptuous remarks
alleged to have been made by some
persons, have reached some members
of the guards. but instead of causing
these believers in preparedness to dc
sist in their efforts to provide agalns,
possible attempts at OutrageS by
enemies of the nation, these reports
seem to have made the guards more
determined to strengthen the compa.
n.y. They point out that Pine Bluff
is far behind other cities and towns
in preparedness. measures, and thai
it is due entirely to the attitude of Ger
tain individuals who are "long on talk
but short on action" as one guards
man expressed it; that big men o1
other cities are leaders in home guart
companies. and that some of the mos
substantial, far-sighted and loyal Pin'
Bluffians are members of the loca
company-working hard for the com
munity's benefit, while others equal
ly as interested not only are inactive
but seem to be attempting to discour
age movement which is urged by ma
tional and state officials, and thinking
men everywhere in the country.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
Corrected His Lawyers.

James Engle, former judge of the
Randolph county circuit court, was
once called on to defend, at Winches.
ter, the owner of a melon patch who
had shot al invader. The only posi-
BILE defense for the prisoner was self.
defense. The trial had proceeded to
the point where the defendant was or
direct examination by Engle. "Now,
Sam," said Engle, "you say you shot
IN self-defense. Just tell the jury all
about 1t In your own way" mo, sir,
jim" said the witness. "You got that
wrong. l didn't say that. 1t was just
like told you in your Office before we
came down here. didn't shoot him In
self-defcnsc; shot him in the back as
he jumped the fence."-IndLanapoIs
Newp.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
FISHING In FLORIDA,

J. W. Ferguson Of Sweden and
Maj. S. w. Boswell Of Cornerstone,
who are on fishing trip in Florida,
are evidently enjoying great sport.
The st. Petersburg (Florida) lndepen-
dent, copy of which was received
here by 10 Nichol, cashier Of the Sim
mons National bank, says:
81. w. Ferguson of Sweden, Ark,
and Major s. w. Boswell Of Corner
stone, Ark, while out fishing with
Captain Mason of Pass a-GriIle,
caught 60 trout and AZ black fish,
grunt, etc, in one hour and so min
utes.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09

Continued from page onc.)
! Of the blue climbed Culp's Hill to
\ clear view of the field where
sons Of the nations best men went
for their country's cause, and
ere the Confederate, troops fought
what they thought right. For
fny of the veterans it was their
st view Of the field since they saw
more than half a century ago.
1t Is remarkable how we'll the SOL
Frs remember every spot, every
|ove, every order, every incident Of
battle. They would gather in
Foups and point where this or that
my corps held the enemy back so
pg' They talked of reserve corps
"a attack on their right. of cavalry
|afses and defense by the left. AS
|ey wandered around they would see
monument on which the inscription
pulc particularly attract their atten-
Ca' Then they would stop to figure
|. ". among themselves, throwing sta
f.les TO the winds, how many men of
company, regiment or brigade were
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
Old Prussian Town.

Osnabruck Is one Of the most vener'
able towns az Prussia. In the closing
years of the eighth century Charlie
magne designated it as the capital of
O bishopric, distinction which 1t en-
toyed without interruption for more
than thousand years. In 1903 the see
was suppressed, the last bishop being
Frederick, duke Of York, son OF the
English Hanoverian monarch. George
III. In 1858 the city was restored to
It's religious eminence when 1t was
again made the seat Of q Roman
Catholic bishop.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
GaroIe From Sage.

A simple and efiicacious gargle IS
made from sage. But thirty leaves into
a lug, pour ON them pint OF boiling
water, cover closely and tnfuse for
half an hour, add two tablespoonfuis
Of vinegar and two of honey; stir to
mix, then strain and bottle. 1t should
be used several times a day and Will
generally give relief. The ingredients
are harmless and safe for children, as
IL a little is swallowed by chance no
harm is done.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
city's Glory Departed.

Lingah, a seaport of Persia on the
Persian gulf 80 miles southeast OF
Bushire and once very prosperous
port, has fallen on hard times. LII
former years 1t was On important CEN
Ter of the pearl trade and a distribute
ing point for European merchandise,
but now Bahrain, where the wealthy
European and Indian pearl merchants
20 regularly to make their purchases,
has completely pushed Lingah out OF
toe pearl trade.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09

In his conception of General Lee
the SCULPTOR bore in mind the action of
the Southern commander in reviewing
the famous charge of Pickett's men.
talking with his staff when informed
that the charge was about to start.
He calmly mounted and leisurely
walked his horse to the brow of an
eminence, from which he had clear
view of the field. The monument
stands on practically the Identical
ground.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
His Curiosity Aroused.

When Marian was six she had her
first real birthday party. Among the
many gifts she received was box OF
candy. After the party was over and
the little guests had departed, Donald.
a little neighbor boy, came back. It
was thought, perhaps, he had forgotten
something, and asked him if he had.
He said: "No. but was just Wonder
ing what Marian did with that candy
one Of the boys brought her."
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
Proved His Identity.

Previously to joining the army he
had been lawyer. Getting back tc
camp rather late one night, he was
challenge by the sentry. Obtaining
no RESPONSE, the latter lifted his rifle
and roared: "If you move you are a
dead man." "Allow me to remark, my
good man." said the lawyer-sold1er,
that your statement Is absurd. If l
move it is excellent proof that I am
alive. To my mind it is Incompetent
sible that" 'Pass. Mr.. Blackstone.
said the sentry.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
The Expensive Columbus.

The discovery Of America cost a It,
tie more than $1,000, at least so say
some documents that were found in
the archives Of Genoa. These docu.
nents give the value Of Columbus dr..
feet as $4,000. The great admiral Wa
paid salary of $500 u year, the two
captains who accompanied him re-
ceiv"1 salary Of 5000 each, and the
members of the crew were paid at the
rate Of $3.50 Il month each.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
FOUR MEN ARRESTED.

Ivory, June S.-Challes, George and
Tom Ramsay, all brothers, and Albert
Smith are being held to the federal
grand jury for interfering with regis
traton in Newton county. The
charge against them is that they sent
registrars death letters.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
RALLY At STAl. CITY.

Several local Red Cross girls, Rev.
J. 1. Norris and Captain James p.
Clarke Jr., recruiting officer for the
Pine Bluff company OF the Arkansas
national guards, went t. Star City last
night to take part in patriotic rally
to- stimulate enlisting in the Pine
Bluff company. Rev. Norris and Cap
tain Clarke were placed on the pro-
gram for speeches. A similar rally
was held in Humphrey last week.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
STORM KILLS TWO.

Uniontown, June S.-Levy Rhodan
and wife were killed, several build
ings were demolished, and crops
were ruined by water spout cyclone
last night Rhodan and his wife were
killed when their house was de-
mOlished
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
.1uSIu sua ~ poo sIas,
Bridge In Scripture.

The only mention Of q bridge In the
canonical Scriptures is indirectly In
the principally of Geshur, district
to the northeast Of the sea OF Galiiee.
At this place bridge is said to exist
still which is called by the Arabs "the
Bridge Of the Sens Of Jacob" The
Romans are credited with being the
first constructors OF acched bridges
over streams.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
MORGAN TAKES $50, 900, 900.

New York, June 81 p. Morgan
q company subscribed today for $780,
100000 Of the Liberty loan, of which
Drexel T. company, the firms Phila-
delphia house, took $1O,000,0OO.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
Sian At COLLEGE Professors.

Crawford-"You seem to think that
a college education doesn't fit one for
the problems Of life" Crabshaw-"I
Judge by the mess the average college
professor makes Of It when he under
takes 10 discuss public auestions."-
life.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
STRIKERS At WORK AGAIN.

Fort Smith, June S.'-Two hundred
striking union employees of the Fort
Smith Smelter company decided TO
return to work today. They VIII
arbitrate on the discharge of Oliver
Wolff, president The smelter plant
remained idle four days.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
Lono on Words.

"Why, Fred, that is Professor
Braney. never heard anyone use so
many long words" Yes; the trouble
with him is he uses twin-six words to
express ons-cylinder ideas. Life.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
BLIND BOGEY COLE TOURNEY.

An Is hole blind DOGGY tournament
will be held at the country club today.
Each player entered in the tournament
may choose his own handicap.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
Reasons In "Cal-... ~"

The compcnsations of calamity are
made apparent after long intervals OF
time. The sure years reveal the deep
remedial force that uaderlies oil fact
Emerson
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
Not Even That.

Many a man who imagines his ex-
ecutive ability is sufficient TO control
the affairs of a nation would not even
make q successful book agent.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09

Plants Used in Commerce.
There are 400 species Of plants
used for commercial purposes. OF
these 40 are used tor perfumes.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
Broken Ties Hard 70 Replace.

A chord. stronger or weaker. ID
snapped asunder In every parting. and
times busy fingers are not practiced
In replacing broken ties. Meet again
you may; will 1t be In the same way?
with the same sympathies? with the
same sent mentE? VIII the souls, hur.'
rylng on In diverse paths, unite once
more, as Ii the interval had Leen q
dreaml Rarely, rarely l-Bulwer.
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Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09
ETERANs OF N0RTH
AND SOUTH MEET
AT GETTYSBURG

Continued from page onc.)
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1917-06-09

oI3s Two or Three-Piece Skirt faf
Misses and Small Women, I6
and 10 years. Price 10 cents.
o335 Bclted Coat for Misses and
Small Women, 10 and 10 years.
Price IS cents.
e37I Box Plated Skirt for Misses
and Small Women. I6 aud "a
years. Price IS cents.
The log cabin Democrat., 1917-02-08
PLEASANT VALLEY NORTH.

An epidemic of la grippe is fol lowing the sudden change of the weather. At almost every house, one or more may be found suffering from its effects.
 Doll, oldest son of T. B. and Mrs Hampton, is confined to his bed with an attack of pneumonia.
 "Uncle" Jim Garrett was buried at Pleasant Valley Thursday, February 1. It is always with sad regret that we give up our loved ones; but we feel that our loss is Bro. Garrett's gain, as he had been an humble fol lower of the cross for years.
 As the weather was so indictment, only a few were at Sunday school Sunday afternoon. But there were enough to have a service.
 That terrible basket ball game was fought out Friday afternoon. Owing to the absence of some of the regu- lar team, Wooster had to use some of her substitutes. From the begin ming, it was seen that the Pleasant Valley boys had things their way. When the score was announced it was to the tune of 2S to in favor of Pleasant Valley.
 February 2.
The log cabin Democrat., 1917-02-08
POWELL 10 TEST
 BONE DRY" LAW

Little Rock, Feb. S.-An appeal has been taken by w. V. Powell, who was fined $500 in municipal court Wednesday morning for intro ducing liquor into the state. MT. Powell delegate at large to the Democratic national convention from Arkansas, and former industrial commissioner of the Cotton Belt, will oppose the amount of the fine rather than to test the law. This fine may result in an initiated act to repeal the "bone dry" bill, for it is contend ed that this bill was aimed at boot leggers, and Mr. Powell declares the liquor he had shipped in, was for his personal use.
The log cabin Democrat., 1917-02-08
SHADY GROVE.

The school is doing good work, in spite of the cold weather.
 For some reason the Guy ball teams failed to arrive Saturday.
 There will be singig at the Baptist church Sunday afternoon.
 J. J. Webb and daughter, Mrs. Cora Herring, visited at Jess Webb's Sun day.
 The young people enjoyed a party at D. Mallett's Saturday night
 Our girls defeated the Republican girls Saturday by a score of 10 to l.
 Prof. Burnett made a business trip to Conway Saturday..
 The school has ordered play, The Little Miss Topsy Turvy," which the, ,, will present about the last of school.
 Miss Nora Gentry visited homefolks Sunday
 Mrs. Rosa Martin of Conway visit ed relatives here Sunday afternoon.
 After few days visit with rela- tives here, Miss Glennie Barton re turned home Sunday.
 There will be society at the school house Friday night.
 The boys met Saturday and organ ized baseball team.
 Dr. J. A. Hutto and wife motored to Conway one day last week.
 February '.
The log cabin Democrat., 1917-02-08
FIRST BONE DRY"
 PACKAGE RECE|YtD

The first package of alcoholic liquor received by the Wells Fargo express office at Conway since the "bone dry" law went into effect ar rived this morning. It was consign- ed to a local physician. Under the provisions of the law no one is per mitted to receive a shipment of al eohol except registered physician and druggist, and the consignee is required to make affidavit before a notary public that the liquor is to be used strictly for medicinal or mechan- ical purposes before it can be de- livered. The affidavits are filed by the express agent in the office of the cir cult clerk at stated intervals. A sim liar exception is made in the case of wine, which may be delivered to a licensed minister upon his making affidavit that it is to be used for sac ramental purposes.
The log cabin Democrat., 1917-02-08
SENATE DISCUSSES
 HIGH SCHOOL AID

Little Rock, Feb. 8.-Senator Bush, author of bill for state aid to rural high schools, called up the bill ap- propriating $50000 for this purpose late Wednesday afternoon and sought to have it adopted in a committee of the whole. He argued at some length on his bill, and objected so strenuous ly to amendment that the senate voted to rise, report progress, and beg leave to sit again, which would prevent any early action on the bill. When the bill finally comes up again Senator Bush will receive quite little surprise as to the nature of the amendment, Senator Collins, who made the motion for postponement had in his hand at the time an amend ment increasing the appropriation from $50,000 to $75,000.
 The Bush bill will not extend aid to high school located in town of 1000 inhabitants or more.
The log cabin Democrat., 1917-02-08
BLACK FORK.

School is progressing nicely. The pupils are taking great interest in the work. The basket ball games in- duces the child to come to school more regular than he would if there were not some pleasure to be gotten out of his school days, and by being regular in attendance he is sure to learn more, even if not by studying he will absorb something While some of the parents do not like so much athletics I think it is the greatest yet to get the pupils to come to school.
 The boys and girls, accompanied by Prof. Smith, went to Damascus last Friday, played game of basket ball Friday evening and one Satur- day morning, winning both games. They rendered play Friday night All enjoyed the trip very much and the people at Damascus made them feel welcome and so much at home that they would like to go again. Damascus, if you people ever come to Black Fork we will try and make the visit an enjoyable one for you. You are invited to come at any time.
 We still have Sunday school every Sunday morning at 10 o'clock.
 There was very much excitement at the home of w. F. Henderson on Friday, February 2. While Mrs. Henderson was standing by the fire her dress caught fire. She called for help and her daughter came to her assistance, but before she could get to her the flames were to her shoul- ders. Her husband reached the scene in time to help tear the burn ing dress off her. She was not burn ed except for her left hand and arm which were slightly burned.
 c. D. Henderson had the misfor- tune of losing fine holstein heifer that he paid $100 for
 The s. I. A. met last Saturday night and elected new officers.
 The candy breaking at Beverly Jolly's was an enjoyable one. They gave a prize for the ugliest boy and the prettiest girl. Robert Vaughn and Miss Doshie Glenn were the lucky ones.
 G. D. Henderson took a ear load of cattle to St. Louis last Friday. Our school will close February 16, and two nights program is being prepared. Everyone is invited to at tend the entertainment if they will please be quiet and give their best attention.
 February 7
The log cabin Democrat., 1917-02-08
TICK ERADICATION
 GREAT FOR STATE
(Interview in Arkansas Gazette.)

Gnterview in Arkansas Gazette.)
 "The passage of the statewide tick eradication law is one of the greatest things that could have happened to the state," said J. E. Little of Con- way, one of Arkansas largest stock men. He owns 5000 acres in Faulk ner county, has 300 head of high grade Herefords and Shorthorns and is preparing to add to his herd.
 'I have been in the live stock busi ness for three years and the first year 1 lost more than $1,000 worth of cattle from the tick" said MT. Little yesterday. Then l built dip ping vats and since that time l have lost no cattle that were dipped. Dip ping will absolutely eradicate the tick, at least that is my experience. But there always is the danger that my cattle might become infested from the tick-infested cattle of neighborS and it will take a great deal of worry off my mind when Faulkner county is tick free. We had planned to go ahead with tick eradication work in that county this year, anyhow, but of course, this statewide tick eradi- cation law will make the work much easier"
The log cabin Democrat., 1917-02-08
Children CTV
 FOR FlETCHER'S c A ASTORlA i
THE HOUSE OF CRAIGENSIDE"
A Feature Serial by Richard Matthews Hallet, Starts in the February
 10 Issue of the
SATURDAY EVENING POST

Other stories this week: "The Dollar Bill," Forrest Cris- sey; "The Main-Chance Lady" Cam eron Mackenzie; Grandpa Makes Him Sick" Lowell o. Reese; "The Scent of Apple Blossoms" Arthur S. Roche; Something Yet Again; Chem ical Control" Jas. H. Collins; "The Man Who Was Afraid" Mary B. Pulver; Exit Post Mortem Mere hant," Edw. M. Woolley; and others.
 G. Lewis Wilson
 Phone 12. Special Agent