davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
The Highest Greatness.

There are different orders of great ness. Among these the first rank is unquestionably due to moral greatness. or magnanimity; to that sublime energy, by which the soul, smitten with the love of virtue. binds itself indis- sOlubly. for life and death, to truth and duty; espouses as it's own the interests of human nature: scorns all meanness and deties all peril; hears in it's own conscience q voice louder than threat enings and thunders; withstands ali the powers of the universe, which would sever 1t from the cause of free dom and religion; reposes an unfalter- ing trust in God in the darkest hour, and is ever "ready to be offered np" on the altar of it's country or of man. kind.-William Ellery Charming.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
ORPHEO THEATER.

Today.-The charming little star of An Amateur Orphan" has in this an- other delightful picture written by the author of The Shine Girl Her New York" and other Gold Rooster hits. Points of interest about the pie ture are, the title which has strong appeal, the amusing humanness of the characters and the manner in which they are drawn by the author, the stage atmosphere which is so inter- esting to the public. the clever sub titles, and vein of suspense with surprising and amusing twist at the end.
 The players are Gladys Leslie as Adele, Peggy Burke as Blanche of the chorus, Carey Hastings as the land lady, Charlie Emerson as Vincent Harvey young pianist who is even more romantic than he sounds" Jus Us Barnes as his uncle. whose ar ustlc temperament runs to truck farming" Clarine Seymour as uncle's adopted daughter, and Wayne Arey as John w. Horton, "a good sensible man."
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
Ohio's "Fire Lands"

The term fire lands was applied to a tract of country }h northern Ohio. After the Revolutionary war when Con- necticut had ceded to the United States her undetermined land posses sions in the West, she reserved tract embracing 50O,00O acres, now included in the northeastern portion oc Ohio, to do as she pleased with. The land so reserved was called the Western re- serve, or Connecticut reserve. The state of Connecticut subsequently, sold 1t on easy terms to certain of her citi- zens who had suffered at the hands of the British during the war. Because they had thus suffered, the lands par celed out to them were called 'suf- ferers' land," and as most of the suf- ferers were made such by fires, the lands were also called fire lands" The latter designation outlived the for mer and was current in the history of Ohio for many years. The fire lands are now included in the counties of Huron and Erie.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
Mixed Orders,

All day long they drilled him in the foot squad. and his greatest difficulty came in the order Mark time march 7" Over and over for his special benefit the drill sergeant gave that order. In the evening he was put on patrol on officers line and told to keep the walk clear of all but officers and their fami- lies. and to challenge everybody after 9 certain hour also to advance but one member of any party challenged for recognition. About 80 p. Ill. two figures showed up under an electric light. The new sentry: Halt. Who's there?' Officer of the day md daugh- ter" Advance officer of the day, to be recognized. Mark time, daughter '"
 Philadelphia Evening Ledger.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
Leoend of Hanaman,. Stone.

Numerous large powders in Eng land as we'll as in this country have received the name Of the hangman's stone, as a result of a legend which attaches much the same story to each. There were two f1ends in the parish of Foremark, in Derbyshire, called the Great and the Little Hangman's Stone, from the boulders which they con. tained. The former was five or six feet high, with an indentation running across the top. This peculiar mark was explained by tradition, as follows: Once upon a time thief, having stolen sheep, placed his booty on the top of the stone while he rested, but 1t slipped off and strangled the man with the rope which tied the sheep to his back, the indentation being made by the friction of the rope passing back and forth in the struggles of the dying man to extricate himself.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
3ocA L.

A Hoosier kitchen cabinet would save you many weary steps, and
 many long, hot hours in the kitchen this summer. Reap & Crawford Furn. Co. If
 Awnings and upholstering. Call E. T. Toussaint, phone 1850 or leave orders at Knox Walker Furniture Company. tf
 An automatic refrigcrator would be economical and a joy forever. There is none better. Sold by Reap &
 Crawford Furn. Go. exclusively. If
 You can buy the aA-record Bruns- wick photograph nn the deferred payment plan from Reap & Crawford Furn. Co. If
 The Brunswick phonograph plays any record without cent of extra cost. Let us demonstrate one in your home. Reap & Craw ford Furniture Go. If
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
ADJUSTMENTS. All advance notices furnished by
 Theatres.
BEST THEATER.

Today.-Reviewed by Ben H. Grimm:
 In "The Immigrant" Charlie Chap lin comes across with about five big, spontaneous splashes of laughter and tidal wave of giggles. In the latest Mutual Chaplin we get new, and if possible, funnier idea of the famous Chaplin walk. This happens when the boat rolls. In fact, rne rolling of the boat furnishes Charlie with oppor- tunities for laugh making all during the first reel. There is some uproar- ously funny stuff pulled when the bunch of immigrants go to the mess room for eats. During the trip over Charlie meets beautiful girl-Edna Purviance. He also wins a little money at cards and craps, but soon after landing is broke.
 ,The fact that he is broke leads him into some fine complications in res taurant, where he once more meets the girl After many vicissitudes and tribulations Charlie drags the girl to the marriage license bureau.
 All during the piece Charlie is pull ing Chaplinesque business which can not be adequately described. It should be enough commendation for any film to say that it is almost two thousand feet of Chaplin.
 On the same program is a splendid war picture entitled "A Daughter of the Southland"
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
MRS. BRIDGES STRICKEN.
Estimable Double Wells Resident Not
 Seriously Ill, However.

Mrs Julia Bridges, wife of Squire W. N Bridges of Double Wells, suf- fered a slight stroke of paralysis Thursday, while attending church services near her home, but reports yesterday were to the effect that she Is doing nicely.
 Mrs. Bridges, who is the mother of the two well-known and popular young college boys killed in the storm of last fall, was stricken during the services at the church, and was hur- riedly taken to her home by friends and neighbors. The attending physi- elan announced that the stroke is light and that her condition is not serious.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
CARD OF THANKS.
pina Rl,,ff

Pine Bluff, Ark, Aus. 10, 1917.
 We wish to thank our many friends for their help and sympathy in our hour of trouble occasioned by the death of our child. Thelma. We feel that every effort was made to save our little girl, who passed away on the 9th of August She is gone. but there fingers lasting and sweet memory of our little angel, and of the kind friends who displayed for us so much consideration.
 MIR. AND MRS. R. F. FLANAGAN.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
He Did His Best.

Great amusement was caused by tho action of a yellow hammer which tried to peck hole through a castiron Unit ed States mall box on a post in front of hotel in Albany, N. Y. The bird consistently operated his beak on the top of the box for several intervals of five to fifteen minutes with the result that the paint was slightly scared in several places, but so far as could be ascertained, with no damaging effect to the beak. Early in the forenoon the proprietor of the hotel, was disturbed while reading the paper. by the sound. He watched the performance with amusement until some passer.by caused the bird to fly away. The bird returned several times during the fore noon and pounded away op the top of the box, at times a number of people acting as spectators.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
Measures Speed of Clouds.

The Comb nephonscope is device for measuring the speed of clouds. It consists of an upright brass rod about nine feet long, bearing at its upper end a crosspiece to which number of equi-distant vertical spikes are at tached. The observer turns to the crosspiece until the cloud appears to travel along the line of spikes, and notes the time it takes to pass from spike to spike. This forms basis from which he recL ons the speed.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
Cat Domesticated Ages Ago.

The cat was domesticated among the Egyptians at least 1900 years before Christ, and it was dignified by them with titular deity. Since then 1t has appeared in all parts of the world as a pet. During the middle ages sinister influence was attributed to the animal. Many persons believed cats to be the reincarnation of evil spirits. Modern science gives it an equally bad char acter, though of a different sort, and says that the cat must go.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
A TEXAS WONDER

The Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder troubles. dissolves gravel, cures diabetes weak and lame backs
 rheumatism. and irregularities Of the kidneys and bladder in both men and women. Regulates bladder trouble in children. If not sold by your drug
 gist. will be sent by mail on receipt of $1.0O. One small bottle Is two months treatment, and seldom falls to perfect a cure. Send for sworn testimonials. Dr. E w. Hall, 2926 Olive street. St. Louis. Mo. Sold by druggists. (Advt.l
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
Finger Ring in History.

From the earliest period of civilized relationships the finger ring has been accepted as the symbol of fidelity and truth in the fultillment of a pledge. and for the greater part of 2,OO0 years 1t was used as the most convenient means for conveying the signet of the wearer.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
We'll Placed for Observation.

Miss Screech-"He said something to you about my singing last night, didn't her" Miss Pepper-"Well, he did remark how funny the corners of your mouth looked when you sang." Miss Screech-"The idea! How could he have seen them?' Miss Peppery- "Why not? He was sitting directly behind you while you sang."-Stray Stories.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
Accordion Plaited Dresses

Should be sent to Frank Dietrich's Clothing Hospital to be re-plaited; i; also any other ladies' or gents cloth ing that need cleaning pressing or altering. We also put new Things in coats and do all general repair work on clothing.
 Phone 1926. Over Lewine's Quality
 Shop, 22O1a Main St.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
CHURCH SERVICES j
 SUNDAY
First Christian Church-Corner

First Christian Church-Corner Sixth avenue and Beech street. A. Homer Jordan, pastor. We are doing some splendid work in our Bible school. and you are missing some thing worth while if you are staying away. We are soon to make a big drive for the Sunday school and you will want to help in this. Come out Sunday and do your part. J. J. Mur- phy is our efficient superintendent. Our morning worship is at 10:45 The subject of the sermon at this hour will be, "Let Us Alone" Cur Christ ian Endeavor society meets at 6:45. The topic for the evening will be, "The Sin of Gossip and Scandal" Our evening worship is at o'clock. The subject of the sermon will be "Old Ropes and Rotten Rass." This is the second of series of sermons in spe- cial topics being preached on Au- gust Sunday evenings. You will find our church cool and comfortable. You will also be cordially welcomed here. Mid week prayer meeting We'd nesday evening at s o'clock.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
FOR SALE

1423 West Ninth ave, s rooms $11 .O0 1902 West Fifth ave, 6 rooms- 27.50 1919 West Fifth ave. 6 rOoms- 500
 300 Laurel St.. rooms 240O
 3O4 East 18th ave-. 4 rooms - 12.00
 SIS West Pullen St. 4 rooms 12.5O Store at 18th and Ash-------- 12.5O Rooms at 106 w. Barraque-- 100 Warehouse. 4th and Plum Sts.-- 20.00 Garage at IF East 2nd ave- 40.00 Garage at 309 East 9rd ave.- 25.00
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
First Church of Christ, Scientist

Shriners' Temple, Seventh avenue and Main stret. Services are held Sunday morning at II o'clock. Subject, "Spir. it." Sunday school Sunday morning at 10 o'clock. Wednesday evening meeting at o'clock The public is cordially invited to attend these ser vices and to visit the reading room.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11

First Christian Church -C Corner Sixth avenue and Cherry street w. J. F. Cox. pastor Sunday school at 9:30 a. m. T. N. Harper, superin tendent. Graded school with classes for all ages. Preaching hy the pas tor at II a. m. and p. m. Morn, ing subject: "Obliteration of Moral Distinctions" Evening subject: "The Change Made By the Gospel" B. Y. P. U. at 1:15 p. m. Prayer and praise service Wednesday at p. m. A study of the book of Revelation.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
Ohio Street Baptist Church-Th

VHiV hNtAVVt nuPtiSt NHuiS"-lh hC Homelike church. w. C. Wood pas tor. "Forsake not the assembling of yourselves together" is Gods ad- monition to His people. The admoni- tion needed brings blessing, unheed- ed it brings a curse. Sunday school at 9:45 a. m. Classes and teachers to suit all ages. Morning worship and preaching at II a. m. Sermon subject Friends of Jesus" Night service at o'clock. Sermon subject "The Tragedy of Stolen Hearts Jun for and Senior unions meet at : D. m. The church will be glad to welcome you to these services. Will you be glad to come to the house of God?
 Beech Street Baptist Church. Twenty fifth avenue and Beech street Rev. Alex McPherson, pastor. No preaching service, as this is the reg ular appointment date for the Hazel Street church. Sunday school at 9:45 a. III. D. w. Bolin Jr., superintendent Classes and teachers for all ages. We need all the people in our community to make our school what it should be- Will you not be loyal and come out and help us. B. Y. P. U. [ p. m. c. G. Haralson, leader. Sunbeam band, Monday p, m. Subject. The Bap- tism of Jesus" w. NJ. U. Monday, D. m. Prayer meeting Thursday, s D. m (. P. Atkinson leader. Everyone in- Vited to these services.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-08-11
First Methodist Church. South

FlrSl MetHOulSC NHurcN. SOutN- (The Downton Church). E. R. Steel, pastor. Bible school 9:30 a. m. You are welcome to join one of our class es. Morning services with sermon by the pastor 10:50 a. m. Epworth League 6:45 D. m. led by Miss Erin Horsley. Evening service With ser mon by the pastor 7:45 p. Ill. Mid week prayer service 7:45 W Wednesday,. Do not fail to attend our cottage prayer services on each Tuesday and Friday.
 Lutheran Churcll-SiXth avenue and Florida street. w. C. Schrader, pas tor. English Sunday school, Mr G. A. Bahlau. superintendent. at 930 a. m. English service at 10:45 a. III, A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend this service.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-03-22
4 FAIR WARNING
On. That Should BE Needed by Alma
Residents.

Frequently the first sign of kidney
trouble is a slight ache or pain in the
loins. Neglect of this warning makes
the way easy for more serious trou-
bles-dropsy. gravel, Bright's dis
ease. 'Tis we'll TO pay attention to
the first sign. Weak kidneys gen
orally grow weaker and delay is often
dangerous. Residents of this locality
place reliance in Doan's Kidney Pills.
The tested remedy has been used in
kidney trouble over so years-is rec
commended all over the civilized world.
Read the following:
Bert Hagerman. farmer and pain
ten, r. f. ID. No. 2, Elwell, Mich,
says: 81 seemed 10 have all the symp-
toms of kidney trouble. think that
handling turpentine was what caused
il. The kidney secretions were unnat-
ural and irregular in passage. | suf-
fered from severe attacks Of backache
and | had sharp pains in the small
of my back. Finally | used Doan's
Kidney Pills and they cured me-"
Price soc, at all dealers. Don't SIM
ply ask for a kidney remedy-get
Doan's Kidney Pills-the same that
Mr.. Hagerman had. Foster Milburn
Co. Props. Buffalo, ~ Y
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-03-22
State OF Ohio. City of Toledo.
Lucas County as

State OF Ohio. CITY OF IoIedO,
Lucas County. -.
Frank J. Cheney makes oath that he
In senior partner OF the arm OF r. j.
Cheney a Co. doing business in the
City OF Toledo. County and State afore-
sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for
each and every case OF Catarrh that
cannot be cured by the use OF HALLS
CATARRH CURE. FRANK J. CHENEY
Sworn TO before me and subscribed
in nv presence, this sth day OF Decem-
Der, A. ID. 1885. A. w. GLEASON,
(Seal) Notary Public.
Halls Catarrh Cure In taken intern.
ally and acts through the Blood on the
Mucous Surfaces Of the system. Send
for testimonials, free.
r. -. CHENEY a CO., Toledo. o.
Sold by all druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills for constipation
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-03-22

State of Michigan. in the Circuit Court for
the County of Gratiot, in Chancery.
Israel NJ. Yerian. Plaintiff
Mathew r. Faughner and William A. Faugh-
ner or their and each Of their unknown
heirs. legatees. devisees and assigns
Al a session of said court held in the
Village of Ithaca in said county on the
twenty-frst day Of February. A. d.. 1917.
Present. the Hon. Kelly = Scarf. Circuit
Judge.
Said plaintiff having filed his verified Bill
of Complaint against said named and unnam-
ed defendants TO quiet title OF the following
described land, to-wit Commencing 80
rods links west Of the North Eighth post
the Section line between Sections > and 4
in town IL north. range west. Michigan.
thence west rods. south 20 the margin Of
Pine River thence northeasterly along the
margin of Pine River 20 point south of
the place of beginning. thence north 10 the
place OF beginning. and il satisfactorily APP
pearing from said bill that dilligcnt search
and inquiry have been made 10 ascertain the
present residence whereabouts OF said de-
PENDANTS and il cannot be- asccrtained whcth-
er they are living or dead or where they
may reside If living. or whether they have
personal representatives or heirs living. or
whore they some of them may reside. or
whether the title. interest claim or Dossi-
bic right of the said named defendants in
ana 10 the said described lands have been
disposed of by will. or have been assigned by
them 10 any person or persons, and that
the names Of said unnamed defendants can
not after such search and inquiry be ascer-
tanned.
Therefore. on motion Of ID. l.. johnson. at
torney for said plaintiff. II is ordered that
the appearance of said named and unnamed
defendants be entered ia said cause within
three months from the date Of this order and
that within twenty days from this date. the
plaintiff copy Of this order 10 be
published in the Alma Record. newspaper
published and circulated in said county. once
in each week FOR six successive weeks. or
that plaintiff a copy Of this order To
be- personally served each OF said defend
ants at least twenty days before the time
prescribed herein for the appearance of said
defendants.
KELLY 5. Scarf. Circuit Judge.
b. l.. CASE. County Clerk.
The above suit involves the title TO the
following described land located in the City
Of Alma, in the County Of Gratiot and State
Of Michigan. to-wit: Commencing 81 rods
0 links west Of the North Eighth post on the
section line between Sections and In
town III north, range west. Michigan
thence west 5 rods. south 10 the margin OF
Pine River. thence northeasteriy along the
margin of Pine River 10 point south Of the
place of beginning, thence north 70 the place
of beginning. and IS brought 10 quiet title
thereto.
ID. l.. JOHNSON,
Attorney for Plaintiff.
business address Nina Mich.
sO-7t-c)
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-03-22
NOTICE OF MEETING TO DETERMINE
NECESSITY

10 Whom II May Concern
Whereas. Ola the 2sth day III February. s.
u. 1917. an application filed with me.
the undersigned County Drain COMMISSIONS
of the County Of Gratiot, for the locatng
establishing. widening. deepening. cNtcnd-
inc or thing Of "A certain drain. which said
drain was described in the said application
as follows. to-Nit Commencing in the bayou
of Pine River on the southwest onc-fourth OF
section 20. Pine River Township. Thence
following the general run Of the drain OF
record known as Drain No 100 across Sec
tions %. 26 and 80 Pine River Township, and
across sections 2, and cross Ann Arbor
Railroad on section 10 Arcadia Township. and
continuing in a southwesternly course about
so rods and end.
Also a branch TO said drain commencing in
main drain at a point f6 rods west and %
rods north Of south one-fourth post section \.
Arcadia township. Thence in a southernly di-
rection on 10 section IL. about $50 rods and
end. Also branch commencing in aforesaid
branch drain at point about 80 rods south
of north line of section II. Arcadia Township.
and extending in southeasternly direction
10 one~fourth line of said section IL and end
Also a branch commencing In the first men,
toned branch drain, about 100 rods south of
north line Of section H. Arcadia Township,
thence extending in an easternly direction
about so rods and end.
Drain 20 be made Of good quality vitrifed
drain tile, the size OF which shall be determin-
ed by the Drsfs Commissioner after the sur
yey has been made:
Which said drain will traverse the fol.
lowing Townships Of Pine River and Arcadia
In said county,
Therefore, notice l. hereby given that in ac-
cordance with the statute In such Gaze made
and provided, a meeting will be held on the
s0th day Of March, A. D. 1917. az residence
of I'd. Hooper, west side section 2. in the
Townships Of Pine River and Arcadia, az 10
o'clock in the forenoon Of said day. for the
purpose Of hearing evidence. by me. the said
Drain Commissioner, % whether not
the said proposed drain Il necessary and con
ducive 20 the public health. convenience and
III A - tts.a. nd all
sons owning lands liable 70 assessment for
benefits. or whose lands shall Be crossed by
said drain. may appear for or against said
proceedings, and may be heard In relation
thereto.
ERvA X. LAYC0Ck,
County Drain Commissioner. Of the County
Of Gratiot
Dated az Ithaca. Michigan this 18Th day
81 Mnrrh A u INl- ~ tn
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-03-22
ORDER IN CHANCERY

State OF Michigan, in the Circuit Court for
the County of Gratiot, in Chancery.
Israel NJ. Yerian, Plaintiff
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-03-22
NOTICE

Notice OF the Dissolution of the CO.
partnership Of Miner & Bennett:
Notice is hereby given that the CO.
partnership of Viola Miner and Cas-
sic Bennett, co-partners, under the
name and style of Hat Shoppe at POI
East Superior street, Alma, Michigan,
is this day dissolved by mutual con-
sent.
Cassie Bennett will continue the
business at the same place under the
same name and style, Hat Shoppe.
She will pay any and al debts Of the
firm and all debts due the firm are
payable TO her
Dated, Alma. Michigan, March 20
1917.
VIOLA MINER,
(S3-3t-c) CASSIE BENNETT,
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-03-22
CARD OH THANKS
VIOLA MINER,
CASSIE BENNETT,


We wish 10 thank our friends and
neighbors who assisted us during the
sickness and death of our beloved
mother, also Reverend Priest for his
words, and the choir for
their music and the beautiful flowers.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ely Wolfe and Family.
Nj. and Mrs. Kinney Eckert and Fam
lily.
MIR and Mrs. Abe Eckert and Fam
lily.
Mr.. and Mrs. II. c. Griffin and Fam
lily.
Mr.. and Mrs. Arlington Kline and
Family.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1917-03-22

ESTATE OF WILLIAM ADAMS

State Of Michigan. County OF Gratiot. -.
Notice is hereby given that the fral ac-
count OF William Adams the administrator of
the estate of Robert r. Fleming. deceased, OF
Gratiot County. Michigan. nov on file viii be
examined and II found 20 be correct allowed
by me at the Probate Office. in the Village
of Ithaca, in said County. on the 18th day OF
March, next. at ten o'clock "A. m, Of said
day.
Dated Ithaca. February 20, A. -. 1917.
j. LEE POTTS. Judge Of Probate.
True Copy Attest.
MADGE T. BARNES Register of Probate
o 4