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The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
To Accent SchooIbooks.

All publishers of textbooks for use in the schools of the state have agreed to accept schoolbooks that are returned to them in condition good enough so that they can be used. Some companies had given orders not to accept any books in "bad condi- tion," which resulted in some confu- sion. Governor Trough and J. L.. Bond. superintendent of public in struction, took the matter up with the publishers and got them to modify their terms.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Another Peace Party.

Copenhagen.-The new Hungarian paper, Deilyi Hirlap, says that a new party, composed of adher- ents of Count Apponyi, Count Andras- sy and M. Vassonyi, has been formed under the leadership of Dr. Alexander Wekelrle, the Hungarian premier. The party, it is said, will favor peace without annexations.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Cotton Sells For 45c.

A bale of cotton in Nashville, Ark, brought 45 cents per pound, and so far as the office of the commissioner of mines, manufacturers and agricul- ture is advised, this is the record price for cotton in Arkansas. For his own information, J. H. Noteworthy, owner of the cotton, sent a sample to the agricultural department to be classified by c. E. Atkinson of the United States Bureau of Markets, as- signed to this work Mr. Atkinson found that the cotton was strict mid ding, one and three-eighth inches staple. Word has been received from Texas that a bale of long staple cot ton in that state recently sold for 10 cents a pound.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Deuort More Belgians.

Amsterdam.-The resumption Of the deportation of all males between IT and 45 from the city of Mons, Bel gium, is reported by Les Nouvelies ot Maastricht. Some have been trans ported to Germany, while others were sent to work behind the lines in France.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
u.Boat Near U. S. Coast.

An Atlantic Port. The British steamship LeNegra, on her way from Buenos Aires to Havre with a cargo of Argentine beef, was sunk by German submarine September 6, 45 miles off Plymouth, according to sur yivors of the crew who arrived here on an American steamship.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Incorporation Matters.

The National Cypress Pole and Pill ing Company of Missouri; filed ar ticles of incorporation; L. N. Jordan, Bertig, Ark, local agent.
 The Knobel Gin Company of Kno- 1 bel, to build cotton gins and deal in cotton products. Capital, $10000, of which $3,0O0 has been subscribed.
 The Emerson Brantingham Imple- ment Company. capitalized at s13c,. 50S.S0 Claims to operator in nearly every state in Canada and the United ,Sta.es.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Named On Vice Commission.

Dr. Sterling P Bond and Dr. A. c. Shipp of Little Rock were appointed by Governor Brough as members of the State Vice Commission, and ask ed to prepare moving picture films showing the effects of disease. It is planned to exhibit the films through out the state
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
For Better Attendance.

The Department of Education be- gan upon campaign for better school attendance by addressing circular let and county examiners urging their CO., operation. The county authorities are a"ked to enlist the aid of teach CTS, directors and women's clubs. For their information the school attend ance for the session ending June 30, 1917, is given as follows: Enumerar- ed, 65S S,7O5; enrolled, 459.1S8; not en- rolled, 199,516; attending regularly, 304 ,23O; not attending, 154,969.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Office For Mrs. Lansing.

Washington.-Mrs Robert Lansing, wife of the secretary of state, has accepted the secretaryship of the Ma tional Association Opposed to Wom- an Suffrage. which recently moved it's headouarters from New York to Washington.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
go 4os. 400. .ooo in Loans,

Washington.-The government has advanced $S5,OOO.OOO to Great Britain, bringing the total advanced to that country to $1,195, 100000. and the to- tai of all credits to the allies up to S2,426, 100000.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Two u-Boats Destroved

Copenhagen.-Two German subma. rines have been sunk by British na- val forces, reports the Bergen cor respondent of the Tidens Tegns. Six men from the U-boats were taken prisoner.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Wilson Receives Dutch,

Washington. Members of the Dutch economic mission to the Unit ed States, accompanied by Minister Van Rappard, were received by Pres ident Wilson.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
rn Intern rlr Graues

Kansas City.-T1ie internment Of Dr. Armgaard KaTl Graves, claiming to be the kaiser's personal spy, was ordered in telegram to federal au- thorities from Attorney General Greg ory.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Examiner Appointed.

The State Educational Department appointed R. H. Fteelane, county ex- aminer of Hot Spring county, to sue ceed w. D. Leiper, deceased. and E. W. McGough to be examined in Brad ley county in place of M. J. finders, resigned.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Credits Bill By Senate.

Washington.-Th conference re. port on the $11,Ooo,o 100000 credits bill was adopted by the SeTate without a roll call. Approval by the house and final enactment is expected soon.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Hold For BOG Cotton.

John H. Page, commissioner of mines, manufactures and agriculture, returned from the Dallas meeting con- ference of cotton men. The conven- tion recommended holding cotton for price of 30 cents pound and that cotton be placed in charge of the food
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
RuiIdinu Is Delayed.

Contractors engaged in building a new hospital annex for the State Board of Charities at the Confederate Home have experienced considerable difficulty in securing labor. The build ing sho"'| have been completed July 1, not been turned over yet. The new annex will contain AZ beds.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Spain Denies Rumor.

Washington.-The Spanish ambas- sador, Juan Riano, denounced as false published reports that the Mediter- ranean coast of Spain is serving as a base for German submarines.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
i.r,a Claim By Berlin.

Berlin enemy aero n1anes were shot down on the west ern front by the Germans army headquarters announced. Three Ger man machines were lost.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
La Toilette Is Rebuked.

Green Bay, Wis.-Employes of a local cooperage company hung Sena- tor LaFollette in effigy to a smoke stack at the plant. The workers then signed loyalty pledge
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The Searcy Canning Club canned 300 cans of beans, tomatoes and kraut during the summer. This food is to be sold at a very low price or given away to poor f"saiIies in Searcy dur. ing the winter.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The Fort Smith and Subiaco rail road on October 10 will open it's first station on it's extension from Scran- ton to Dardanelle.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The southeast Arkansas fair will he held at Monticello October 16-19 A 150-page catalog has been issued and all other preparations made.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

There is available for Ashley coun- ty by federal and state aid about $1S,- 900, which will be used in working the Arkansas-Louisiana highway, unless other roads are organized. This can be done under the Alexander road law.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
Examiner Commissioned.

T. :" Grumbles of Star City was commissioned by Superintendent of Public Instruction J. l.. Bond as coun- ty examiner of Lincoln county
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The Hot Springs Red Cross Chap ter is planning street carnival and fair for Halloween night.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

H. D. Alfrev, of Hope, president of the Hampstead County Union Fair, returned from tour of the country in the interest of the fair to be held at Hope October 23 to 27. He was
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
BRIEF NEWS AND NOTES.

The Union creamery at Carlisle was totally destroyed by fire More than 300 gallons of milk ready for ship ment to Little Rock on an early train was lost. The fire is believed to have originated in the boiler room. The loss is estimated at s2,000, partially covered by insurance.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
NUMBER 31

Fifteen additional clubs formed in the state of Arkansas, bringing the total now up to 200 clubs within this state. and membership of 10000, was the report of the splendid prog ress made by the women of the fed eYated clubs in this state to the exec ntive committee at Hot Springs. There is also more than $1,500 in the treas Ury for the biennial fund. The execu- tive committee outlined a programme for the Fort Smith state convention, but it was not subject to announce ment until it is ascertained whether changes will be necessary. The meet ing of the executive committee was pre- sided over by Mrs. John Ike Moore of Helena. Mrs William Frederick, chairman of the Baltimore programme committee, who was expected to be the honored guests of the executive committee, did not arrive.
 The morning session was gwen over to preparing the programme and completing arrangements to be car ried out at the state convention in Fort Smith, October 90 to Novem- Der 2.
 During the noon hour luncheon was served in the private dining room of the hotel and the afternoon was spent in hearing reports of the district pres idents
 Among the club women present for the board meeting were: Mesdames John Ike Moore of Helena. president; J. A. Andrews, Harrison; Jce Frauen- thai, Conway Minnie Rutherford Full Ter, Little Rock; A. Retan, Little Rock; Langford Clarksville; H. C. Gibson, Little Rock; Jack Bernhartt. Pine Bluff; R. Y. Phillips, Malvern; Ray Sanders, Batesville; A. W Troupe, Pine Bluff L. r. Mckinney Fl Dorado; Arnold, Texarkana; Miss Mary McCabe, Little Rock; Miss Clara Enc, Van Buren; Mrs. W. E. Massey, Mrs. c. A. Hogaboom and Mrs. J. E. Harper of Hot Springs.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

Surveyor Appointed.
 Governor Brnugh appointed M. R. Cruse as surveyor of Scott county to succeed J. B. Nance, resigned.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

"I have never been an admirer of MT. Roosevelt, but I certainly most hearth endorse his recent utterances as to Senator LaFollette," said Su- preme Court Justice W. w Graves of Missouri, who is spending a months vacation at the Majestic Hotel at Hot Springs.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05
STATE HAPPENINGS.

The Hope News has made it's first appearance. is a four-page weekly, published by w. w. Turner. who for several years owned and published the News at Nashville. He recently re moved his plant from Glenwood to Hope.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

w. L. Teague of Amity, who had been given the U. D. c. scholarship in the University of Arkansas for the present year, has been drafted into the National Army The scholarship has been awarded to James MofFitt of Fayetteville.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

Articles of agreement were signed by which Max Kaufman, W. L. Fowlkes, L. E. Love and ]. c. Good man leased for five years the ITO acres of prairie land six miles south west of Dardanelle known as Cotton Prairie" which will be at once con verted into cattle ranch
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

Arrangements have been completed for the Grant county fair, which will be held at Sheridan October g to 12, inclusive. It will be the best and greatest fair Grant county has ever held.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

N@AN 'N'N''N''''' present year, has been drafted into the National Army. The scholarship has been awarded to James Mofitt of Fayetteville.
 Thornton Perry of Fl Dorado has sod the carload of Shorthorns ship. ped in from Texas to farmers in Union county. He will soon leave to buy another carload, which he expects to sell as soon as they are received here.
 A large box of things good to eat, wh'ch was furnished by women of Pine Bluff, was taken to Camp Pike for the members of the motor truck company which was organized here.
 Dr. c. 1T. Dtckerson of Conway re- ceived news that he had been ap- pointed by Governor Brough as q member of the Federal Appeal Board at Little Rock.
 The cotton gin at Doddridge owned by Zeke Pool was destroyed by fire a few night ago, with loss of S3000. It is said the fire was the work of an incendiary.
 A 60gallon moonshine still was captured in the mountains of Scott county, near Waldron. The still was full of mash that had fermented.
 Capt A. J. Lipscomb of Hereford, Tex, purchased the w. V. Wallace farm of 4S0 acres, four miles east of Van Buren, paying s12,000.
 Dry weather in Greene county dur Ing the past six weeks has done great damage to crops. especially cot ton and late corn
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The threatened street car strike has been averted by the adoption of a new wage schedule, which was pro posed by the officials of the Pine Bluff Company and accepted by the employees.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

j. M. Blazer of near Argenta bought a plantation of 1000 acres near Jack sonville from the AlIen-West Con- mission Company for s23,000. About 500 acres of this tract is in cultiva- tion.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

Seven of the largest plumbing es- tablishments in Little Rock agreed to the $7 demand made by the striking plumbers and the strike was declared off
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The total valuation of the real and personal property in Sharp county for the year 1917, according to Assessor R. G. Davidson, is 2,232,SS3. The as sessment last year was $2033,S1S.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

A survey of the coal mines in Ark ansas and Oklahoma has been started by c. J. Tobias, representing the Federal Trade Commission. The in- formation will be used by the com mission in adjusting the government prices on coal in these states.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

William Sullens, in charge of the county convict road gang. has been doing good work on the road south Of Harrisburg and has moved his force to the ''nickle plate" west of town.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

Dry weather in Greene county dur Ing the past six weeks has done great damage to crops. especially cot ton and late corn
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The Bearden School Board has ad- vertised for bids for the construction of a new brick building, to be erected this fall. and will establish domes- tic science department this term.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

Capt. A. J. Lipscomb of Hereford, Tex, purchased the w. V. Wallace farm of 4S0 acres, four miles east of Van Buren, paying s12,000.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

A 60gallon moonshine still was captured in the mountains of Scott county, near Waldron. The still was full of mash that had fermented.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

Registration of students at the Chi versity of Arkansas at Fayetteville has reached a total of 595, which is about 75 less than the total for the same period last year. Class work has begun.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The first per cent quota of the National Army division at Camp Pike about 1000 men, is being uniformed rapidly. and many are now appearing at drill in the service khaki
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

Elder Frank Eldrfdge of the Chris ttan church of Poughkeepsie, has just closed a successful series of meetings at the Macedonia church, three miles from Poughkeepsie.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

county convict road gang, has been doing good work on the road south Of Harrisburg and has moved his force to the "nickle plate" west of town.
 The total valuation of the real and personal property in Sharp county for the year 1917, according to Assessor R, G. Davidson, is 2,232,SS3. The as sessment last year was $2,033,S18.
 The Bearden School Board has ad- vertised for bids for the construction of new brick building, to be erected this fall and will establish a domes- tic science department this term.
 The first per cent quota of the National Army division at Camp Pike, about 2,000 men, is being uniformed rapidly. and many are now appearing at drill in the service khaki. Elder Frank Eldridge of the Chris tan church of Poughkeepsie, has just closed a successful series Of meetings
 
 from Poughkeepsie.
 The carload of wheat seed ordered some time ago by the Farmers Say ings Bank of Hamburg hos arrived The wheat seed is furnished the far mers at cost.
 More than 5000 acres will be plant ed in wheat in Franklin county this fall, according to estimates compiled by the county farm agents and dem onstrators.
 The first number of the Lyceum course at Ozark was the Cheney Troupe. A large crowd attended. Part of the net proceeds was given to the S. I. A.
 The McMurray Realty Company of Mineral Springs sold at auction 172 residence lots. The sales totaled sS,-- GOA.
 Registration of students at the Chi versity of Arkansas at Fayetteville has reached total of 595, which is about 75 less than the total for the same period last year. Class work has begun.
 A survey of the coal mines in Ark ansas and Oklahoma has been started by c. J. Tobias, representing the Federal Trade Commission. The in- formation will be used by the com mission in adjusting she governman.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The carload of wheat seed ordered some time aso by the Farmers Say ings Bank of Hamburg F9s arrived The wheat seed is furnished the far mers at cost.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

More than 5000 acres will be plant ed in wheat in Franklin county this fall, according to estimates compiled by the county farm agents and dem onstrators.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The first number of the Lyceum course at Ozark was the Cheney Troupe A large crowd attended Part of the net proceeds was given to the s. l. A.
The Green Forest tribune., 1917-10-05

The McMurray Realty Company of Mineral Springs sold at auction 172 residence lots. The sales totaled sS,-~ GOA.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1917-03-17
WEST FLORIDA PRESBYTERY
MEETS IN TALLAHASSEE

Tallahassee, Florida, March 10
The Presbytery of West Florida
will convene here in the First 0~~7-
byterian Church on April I .
presbytery embraces all " t
Florida and meets semi annually. in
the presbytery are SO churches and
IS ministers. The meeting here will
consist of all the ministers and one
ruling elder from each of the con-
gregations. In connection with this
meeting a deacons' conference will be
held, beginning the day previous to
the presbytery, lasting for day and
a half. 1t is expected that this con-
ference will be largely attended and
that automobiles viii bring good
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1917-03-17

Are you looking forward, dear
prospective mother, with shudder-
ing dread, to the wonderful, beau
tiful event of childbirth? You can
avoid to a great extent, the strain
and discomfort by preparing your
system and putting yourself in
splendid condition to meet the time.
Mothers Friend" is easily ap,,
piled by yourself. It softens and
makes elastic the hgaments, mus
cles and skin of the abdomen. Thou
sands of mothers who have used
Mothers Friend" testify to its
value in relieving much of the pain
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1917-03-17
GOOD GAMES At
FORT BARRANCAs

Tomorrow afternoon at Fort Bar
rancas a game that should cause
much attention among the local base
ball enthusiasts will be played. The
undefeated Tallahassee club will
meet the much-feared Aviation team.
This is the first appearance of the
Tallahassee team here this year. Also
the best players the fleet has ever
known in the persons of Dillon, SIS;
Kellar, out field; Lee, pitcher; Stan
nard, 3b; Boudinot, 2b; billiard, 1b;
will represent the Tallahassee club.
This should be the feature game of
the season.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1917-03-17


said: Smith. don't believe the Bible.
It's too inconsistent. It doesn't tell
where Cain got his wife I replied
to him and said, why, you poor fool,
he got her from his father-in-law, of
course
Temptation is the devil knocking
at the door. And sin is letting him
in. The more you keep him out, the
more he tempts you. For years
you've turned down the grace of God,
and now, with the same strength
you've turned down this grace, you
can say mo. to the devil, and yes to
Christ. Saul's trouble came because
he didn't turn sin down. You can't
fight without Christ.
Social Pleasures.
give been in your old city for two
weeks, and not a man has asked me
to play euchre; not a woman has
asked me to lead a ball with her
daughter. You say they wouldn't in
suit me by doing so. No they
wouldn't. And they wouldn't insult
you if they knew where you stood.
"But, I'll tell you, if I were to do
one thing tonight that was question
able, you wouldn't be here tomorrow
night. And I challenge you by this
book that I have got as much right
to do these things as you have"
Mr.. Smith then proceeded to take
up the causes of Indifference in diff
ferent individuals, and scathingly re-
buked the weak excuses they give for
not being followers of the Lord. He
said that the habit of blaming it all
on the devil was absurd, as the true
reason was each ones own weakness
of will. Like Saul, you want your
own way, and like him, you would
save the King for your personal tri-
umph and the sheep and the kline for
your own qualification. The lack of
backbone is the cause of so much
weakened Christianity" said he
Obedience is necessary, and ct is
better than sacrifices or the fat of
rams"
He then traced the fall of King
Saul, his dethronement and degreda-
ton at last. He had disobeyed God.
Social Indulgences.
The evangelist then proceeded tC
discuss certain social pleasures which
are excuses by which church members
even as mot being any harm" "You
follow them down to the crossroads
and keep on in your indulgences
though Christ has written Death
upon them. 1t is time to call hall
in the United States On such things,
said he. at needs John the Baptis'
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1917-03-17

to come and wake it up, as you are
all gone back, and the name Ichabod
is written upon you.
'If it has not the spirit of Christ,
it is not His! AS to dancing. You
say this is innocent and does no harm.
Do you hear of it in the Bible in the
modern fashion? There they danced
as a ceremony, and in the daylight
and to the worship of God.
"But I tell you, if you take one
thing away now, and that is the hug,
you'd never have another. 1t would
not be a success if only the one sex
was involved, or only one invited.
Imagine yourselves, men, dancing
around for two hours with one an
other in paltz, or whatever you call
these new 'dancesn or you, girls, Civ
ing a soiree with only women pres
ent! I condemn it. Understand me
and quote me right. 1 say it leads to
evil devices.
"And the further evil of it is, it
dams up the spiritual life. The same
thing applies to card playing in your
social functions. 1t is killing out the
spiritual force in church members.
Have you ever seen one card-playing
church woman who was able to lead
in prayer? There has not one showed
up in these meetings here. God has
written dare not and l warn you in
the same way against these insidious
forms of pleasure.
Self Will the Vice.
what are you going TO do? Have
your ow, way still? Would you hang
on to the things that mark and spoil
your life? Hadn't you rather give uT
that old habit that's drawing you
down, such as that booze you drink
and self-pride and rottenness il
which you are living?
30, let me appeal to you to do so
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1917-03-17
TOURIST ADDRESSES TO
BE PRINTED TOMORROW

1t has been the custom of The
Journal to print, as the end of each
tourist season approaches, the names
and northern address of the members
of the Pensacola Tourist Club. so
that each tourist may have a list for
ready reference. The complete list Of
names and addresses of this years
membership will appear in tomor>
rows Sunday, March 49, Journal.
There are over 800 members in the
club.