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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

If you want to give present to
friend, or to the family, buy an Edison,
the machine which re-creates the Lu-
man voice like no other machine. Sold
by s. X. Myers. Dill
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

WANTED-Clean rags, suitable 1or
wipers for machinery. Bring them
to this office and received good pay
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

FARMERS.-I will continue to be IN
the Junk business at the old stand.
Will pay full market prices at al
times. Also buy hides.-B. L Epstein,
Manchester, Iowa. u.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

WANTED-Steady employment on
farm, by married man. Inquire at
this office. ol-tl.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

Come to my store and hear the new
Edison, the machine which re.creates
the human voice with absolute &C
curacy. s. X. Myers. oil
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

FOR SALE-Barred Plymouth Rock
cockerels, all pure bred, and some
from prize winners. Good type, large
bone and fine barring, the kind you
want. An opportunity to get some OF
the best, at a reasonable price while
they last. %. o. SMITH, Manches-
ter, Iowa, R. F. D. No. 5. 51-u.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

For an Acceptable Christmas Gilt
buy an Edison, the only real recreator
Of the human voice. Sold in Manches-
ter by s. X. Myers.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

FOUND-On Franklin street near the
Lyman Meat Market, a package or
goods containing brown dress goods,
and also a package Of soap. owner
may procure same by calling at this
office, and paying for this ADVERTISE
ment ol"1.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12

FOR SALE-female pig weighing
about 100 pounds. Phone SAT.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1917-12-12
CLASSIFIED
ADVERTISING

FARM FOR RENT-Fred Dureys old
farm 1 ga miles from Manchester,
containing 1870 or 200 acres.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
Rich petticOats
 at economy.

New bright and beautiful petcoats of rich silk direct from splendid and sunny shop, at an economy.
 Beautiful combinations of two colors in changeable ef fecs handsome shades of all the liked and fashionable colors, deep and fine black.
 Firm texture but supple and durable with just enough ruse to make skirt dress hang with double grace.
 Usual price of such petcoats $ $6 choice of the
 lot-in all lengths from 34 to 40- $45O
 Special black silk petcoats for women of full figure Gut special lines that give added grace to the figure lengths from 36 to 40, usual price $6- $5
 dnoor.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
DIED,

HlIHz--In New York city. Dec. 10th. 1917, Annie M., widow of Charles M. Biitz. aged s3 years.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from. the German Reform ed church. Congress street, Bridge port, on Thursday, Dec. 18th, at 2:sO p. m.
 Burial in Park cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. ;. T11bt Newtown, Dec. 10th, 1s17. Bridget, wife of the late John Keating.
 Friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her daughter, Mira T. F. McMahon, NewtoWn, on Thursday, Dec. 18th, At a:aQ a nn. and from St. Roses ehNpSEs at510:00 a. m.
 Interment. St. Roses cemetery, Nemtown. b.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
ANOTHER ARREST
 FOR STEEL THEFT

Apprehended in Philadelphia, a fourth man, alleged to have taken part in the recent theft of $3,500 worth of high-speed steel and lsathef heIting from the plant of the Remington Arms Co. here, is under arrest in the Quaker City today, 9waiting extradition to Connecticut.
 He gives the name of John W. Mawsen, and his home as Bridgeport. The man worked at the Remington factory until short time before his three alleged accomplices were ar rested. Detective-Sergeant George g. simon located him in Philadelphia and will bring him back here for trial when rsquisition proceedings are end ed
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
RESERVE OFFICERS
 TAKE UP BOXING

New Haven, Dec. 12-Boxing is to be taken up extensively at Yale as an auxiliary training for members of the reserve ohicer training corps, it la announced, and in this connection boxing tournament is being ar- ranged for the, winter, It will be the nrat Of its kind at the university in recsnt years, and it is planned on a larger scale than any previous meet. Benc1ng also is to be given an impe- Eus as auxiliary training for the sol' dlera.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
MELROSE RESIDENT OWNED CAPTURED
 GERMAN PIGEON

Neirose, Mass, Dec. 12-Charles O Bourne of this city said today that he was the maker of the tag found on the carrier pigeon captured in Hal flax, N. S., yesterday, causing an in- vUstigation by the authorities of Q report that 1t bore message in the German language.
 Mr Bourne said that he sold similar tags in large numbers to pigeon fam ciers throughout the country and that there was no way to trace the owner. Hs explained the numbers "29"2y' printed on the tag as indicating the blrdss number in its coop.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
Snowy drifts of handkerChiefS.

Great billowy piles of snowy and dainty handker- chiefs why they've spread out and till they occupy double their usual space.
 That's because 'tis Christmastide- handkerchefs have lost of their attraction fitness for Christmas 
 Economies among them too
 For illustration:-some pretty white kerchiefs for have charming figure embroidered in corner in colors. heTy usually 19c-but price today is 121ao And a nice white cambric handkerchief men, finished with little strip of whte that usually sells for 5c; that too 1215c You see; economies to be found all the store by folks who go about with seeing eyes
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
Bridgeport, Conn.,,
 Wednesday, Dec. 12.
Forecast: Probably snow tonight and Thursday; probably rising tmperaturG
Economies plenteous!

a wonderful Christmas More the MS thought is turning useful gifts The S of the
 through length breadth floor w the of Economy bazes forth .=4#@ E RS
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
OPEN CAMPAIGN
 TO RAISE MONEY
 FOR ARMY SPORTS

Chicago, Dec. 12.-A campaign to False funds to erect buildings for in uor sports at various army canton- ments was started today by the Na- ttona1 Amateur Athletic union, Chas. Dean, president, announced. The money will be raised by direct sub- scriptton and from receipts from var sous athletic events.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
$l.5O for a speedy sled.

It steers with slightest pressure upon rossbar at front It speeds like the wind down the hill and flashes the level. Stouty built but light it's going to bring lot of fun and lot of healthy outdoor exercise to the boy girl who gets it.
 $1.5olarger sizes at $2 and $250 Flexible Flyers, probably the best-known sleds in America-$3 to $15
 FouEth
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
An economy house dress Sl.15

Here is a house dress such sells usually at $15O. Its price $1.15 Striped percale, and pret+ily tripod With cuffs and collar and belt of gngham in solid color that harmonizes with the stripes.
 Of trin-ftting model that yet is cut there is plenty of fitness in the skirt.
 Dress that will give good long service and that will be satisfaction well comfort to it's all through that service. Every size from 36 to and including 46 at the one special price $1.15
 Sec cend
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12

To Cure s Cold in One Day rake LAXATIVE PROMO QUININE Iablets. Druggists refund money if t fails to cure. E. W. Groves sigma ture Is on each box. soc.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12

HDsT A large black dog from LAu u-
 rel avenue; reward. Animal Rescue League HomeC 984 Lindley street.
 Barnum' s161. T11b'p
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
Economy coffee
 5lbS. S1!

special blend of Howco-roasted coffee on sale Thursday morning in limited quantity at lbs $1 Excellent flavor, smoothness, and aroma of strength but without harshness. Makes cup that cheers and nvigorates and delights Possibly you match it at 30 cents.
 Bean or ground or pulverzed not less than or more than 10 pounds to purchaser orders filled in rotation received limited quantity only,- lbs $1
 basement st
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
Dressing sacks for comfort.

" Newest dressing sacks to be twice pretty and "comfy'' as any of days gone by.
 They are high necked and have clever little collars that lie fat upon the shoulders.
 They are of soft warm robe flannel of good weight. Warn without being uncomfortable, light tasteful And they are male in belted model, little like Nor folk jacket.
 Gray and lavender and pink and blue, figured attrac lively. & And they cost but $1
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12

You will see among the rich furs and the coats an the suits upon the second floor It shines among the silk on the third floor It flashes from the china and tn home-needs on the fourth floor.
 On the street floor, economies glow everywhere. We intend to make this the most-satisfyng holida season that ever the friends of this store have Here are some of the notable economies that hold ou their message of Christmas saving:- Women's Fur coats,
 each $1OO worth for $80. Women's Cloth coats,
 $1250 to $37.5O ones at $10.5O to $25. Women's fine shoes,
 regular $6 to $10 -$$4. .85. Mems overcoats,
 regular $15 and $l65o- $11,75. s. Mems wool sweaters,
 regular $3 $2.25. 4 ,a Womens fine dresses
 regular $2o to $37.5o-$18.75 $25. Little girls dresses,
 regular $6.5o to $2o- to $12.50.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12

 Oil=heater that heats economically.

Good light staI1nch oillheater that will keep an dinary sized comfortable temperature for hours with one gallon of oil, ..s @ And it's cost is $4.35 sM4 sss Black apanned stove with handle that keeps cool and makes carrying easy, fitted with heavy steel otank
 4S @ $4S5 Gas heaters from little round at $25O to fancy and large sors copper and asbestos back$55O to 1O
 Fourthh
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-12-12
Every boys likes
 a bathrObe.

Maybe it's because the robe is like Father's'. Maybe it's because he instincvey knows it will bel comfortable.
 Maybe it's because its pattern peases its soft finish But every boy actually likes bathrobe.
 Here some they Il like doubly
 Dark patterns and live patterns, good coors cut sol they fit the shoulders but hang with plenty of room Sizes to 18-$25O to $4. - ,
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
OFFICIAL COUNCIL
PROCEEDINGS
Resolution Nc. 2eo.

Be It resolved by the City Council
of the City OF Keokuk. that it is
deemed advisable and necessary TO
make improvements By grading be-
tween sub-grade and established
grade, paving with concrete and curb
ing with cement combination curb
and gutter. the grading 10 be done.
the foundation to be prepared and
paving and curbing to be constructed
in accordance with specifications TO
be prepared by the City Engineer,
and approved by the City Council.
the following named street and parts
OF streets. to-wit: First street from
north line OF Main 10 south line OF
Bridge street
The expense OF making said i'm
provement to be assessed against all
privately owned lots and parcels OF
land abutting thereon and adjacent
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
TO BUILD UP AFTER GRIP,
COLDS, BAD BLOOD

Take blood cleanser and Alternative
that starts the liver and stomach into
vigorous action, called Dr.. Pierce,s
Golden Medical Discovery because OF
one Of its principal ingredienta-the
Golden Seal plant. It assists the body
to manufacture rich, red blood which
feeds the heart-nerves-bra and
organs Of the body. The organs work
smoothly like machinery running In
oil. You feel clean, strong and strenn-
Gus instead Of tired. weak and faint.
Start to take It to-day and before
another day has passed, the impurities
Of the blood win begin to leave your
body through the eliminative organs.
and in few days you win know that
the bad blood is passing out. and new.
rich, pure blood Is filing your arteries
and veins.
All medicine dealers can supply you,
in either liquid or tablet form, or send
10 cents for trial box of tablets to DR..
Pierce, Invalids' Hotel, Buffalo, y. 7.
Write for free booklet On blood.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
DENVER, ILL
. 80 ~>~e e> = .

David Walton has been suffering
from an attack Of erysipelas Of the
face
Little Sherman Vance and Dorothy
Frazede are convalescing nicely from
their serious Illness Of bronchial
pneumonia.
Recent visitors IN our community
are Mrs Arthur Scott. who spent
the day with her father and family
c. c. Childers. and Mr. z. e Mathey
and laughter Pauline at Mr.. and Mrs.
Alfred Burnett's-
Mrs. 4. r. Graham and Mrs Arthur
Graham were Carthage goers on
Wednesday last
All of the teachers from this yicin-
ity attended the institute at Garth
age
The Kings Daughters OF the Con-
sresational church held their annual
class meet at the home OF their
teacher Mrs. L. NJ Garner. last Sat
urday afternoon, their business being
the election OF officers which result
ed as follows: Mrs Mary Graham,
president; Mrs Mable Dvrr. vice
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07

president: Mrs. Ida Bunneil. secre-
tary, and Mrs. Matte Scott. treas
urer. The retiring officers furnished
refreshments consisting of pepper
mint ice cream and two kinds OF
cake
The plan and specifications for the
new Christian church will be COM
pieted this week and will be pre-
scented to the church membership
next Sunday afternoon at the close
Of the regular service for acceptance
or rejection. and 1t is requested and
urged that all interested viii be
present.
Mrs. Lulu Ascher and children OF
Gaiesburg visited over Sunday with
her mother Mrs Hattie Dickinson
Henry Danram is loading his car
at Carthage, preparatory to moving
tn Canada. Sorry to lose these people
from our community.
The FIRE Aend seems TO be holding
high carnival in Denver as we had
another IRE here Friday evening.
About $50 D. m, fire was discovered
in the west end OF the blacksmith
shop which soon enyeloped the whole
building owned By. Mrs. Fannie Jen-
nings Mr.. Groves had his shop in
the building and was well equipped
for his business. having all the
modern machinery used in his kind
OF work, and le estimates his loss az
81 900 and was not insured. Mrs
Jennings carried insurance on the
building THIS loss is hard on Mr..
Groves az he had been home Blu
two weeks from three weeks stay
in the Presbyterian hospital at CT
easo and IN the meantime mas lost
br other by death
Mr.. and Mrs. d. Hobart OF Cen
.ralia, Mo. were guests OF Mr.. and
Mrs. Scott Duffy the past week.
Mrs. yernie Burner. our postmis-
tress. has resigned her ONCE. same
having been accepted An examfna-
ton is called for March 10.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
LIVED HERE
YEARS AGO
Mrs. Sophie a. White Passed Away
at Her Home In Fredonia,
New York.

Many of the older residents will be
interested in the following notice OF
the death Of Mrs. Sophie R. White.
The article is taken from the Ire
donia Censor, Fredonia, n. Y, under
date Of February 81:
Mrs. White had lived In the home
on Central avenue. forty-seven years,
beloved by everybody who knew her
and the neiShborhood will seem lost
without her She died after serious
illness of less than a week last
THURSDAY soon after noon. aged 81
years. Her maiden name was Sophia
Randall and she lived at Keokuk.
Iowa. when she married the late
George H. White, the contractor and
builder, in 1868. She was devoted
mother 10 MI Whites children ana
since they left home she lived there
alone. She died as she wished, In
the home which was SO dear TO her
The funeral was held Saturday after
noon. Mr.. Nevfn Whites daughter
and son. Doris and George, came
from Hobart. Indiana. but he was too
i'll with sciatica to leave home. Miss
Emily Smith, daughter OF the late
Emily White Smith. came from Kent,
Ohio, where she is teaching. The
other survivor OF the family. Mrs.
Carrie White Newton of Du1kirk.
has been a devoted daughter to the
end. Rev H. J. Adlard conducted
the funeral service and gave a very
earnest tribute to Mrs. Whites
character, taking for his text, She
hath done what she could" The
house was filed with dear friends
and all were sincere mourners.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07

is ISSUED
Des Moines and keokuk Railway
Stockholders Win Legal Action
Against Rock Island Road.

UNITED Press Leased Wire Service
NEW YORK, March Justice
Newburgh in supreme court here this
afternoon granted an Injunction TO
stockholders OF the Des Moines and
Keokuk railway, restraining the Chi
cago, Rock Island and Pacific rail-
way from continuing with a suit in
the federal district at Chicago to en-.
force a judgment OF $21, 50e,o 900
against the Rock Island
The stockholders declared enforce
ment OF the Judgment, part OF a re
organization scheme. would hinder
them from collection Of about $1,000
600 which the Rock Island is said to
owe for leasing the Keokuk and Des
Moines-
The Judgment was entered January
% last.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
President Nursing Cold.

limited Press Leased Wire Service.
WASHINGTON, March 7.-Pres!-
dent Wilson is confined TO his room
with a cold II has been troubling
him for some time.
On Monday il was aggravated by
exposure to the wind and dampness
when he was compelled repeatedly
to lift his hat in response to cheers
and when he saiuted each American
flag carried past him at the review
ing stand
After his conferences today the
president went Immediately to his
room and was ordered to remain
there by DR.. Grayson.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
MuSTEROLE- QUICK
RELIEF! NO BLISTER!
b Soothes and Relieves Like q
Mustard Plaster Without
the Bum OF Sting

Mu.teroIe is clean, white ointment.
made with the oil of mustard. 1t does all
the work of the old-iashioned mustard
pIaster-does it better and does not bis
ter. You do not have to bother with a
cloth. You simply rub it on-snd usually
the pain is gone!
Many doctors and nurses use Muster
ole and recommend il to their patients.
They viii gladly tell you what relief /,
gives from sore throat, bronchitis, Group
stiff neck, asthma. neuralgia. congestion
pieurisy. rheumatism. itrlbago, pains
and aches OF the back or joints, sprains
sore muscles. bruises, chilblains, frosted
feet. colds of the chest Git often pre-
vents preunlonis).
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
Long Commission Co. Grain Letter.

Furnished by Long Commission Co..
400 Main. Telenhone Ne 2se-ss13
CHICAGO. March 7.-Wheat-
There was heavy profit-taking on an
early bulge today and the market has
been easy all the morning. A re-
action of FIVE cents from the high
point on May wheat caught a good
many stop orders. The principal
reasons given Tor selling today were
reports OF SHOWS in the west, and OF
seaboard exporters re-selling At
Omaha and Kansas City The former,
according TO private reports, were OF
little consequence and the latter
merely represented pro;it-taktng by
holders OF cash wheat who, on &C
count of the shortage Of cars, have
been unable to get cars and are PROB
ably hoping to buy back their wheat
at a profit The technical condition
OF the market has been much i'm
proved by today's reduction OF the
long interest, and a great deal OF
July wheat has been taken of the
market by brokers who usually act for
the seaboard.
Corn-Corn followed wheat. open
ing strong and selling eff sharply It
is a popular belief that the govern
men: figures on farm reserves VIII not
fully confirm the low private esti-
mates. The leading holders of fu-
lures are said to have bought more
on today's setback. Probably the
most important factor in today
break was the sharp decline in hog
products and a so cent decline In
hogs after top Of 3l5.05 has been
made a. the local yards. Purchases
are again In order on moderate re-
actions.
oats-The leading bulls OF recent
DAYS sold cats heavily on an early
bulge. As in corn and wheat good
many eleventh hour bulls have been
dislodged and the market is now In
position to advance easily after the
shock OF this break subsidies
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07

keiief ,ra bottle brought great
rured ano SIX bottles have entirely
tunh,a e All women who have female
PnEbse,o.a any kind should try Lydia E.
Rirs Ems 5 Vegetable Compound. -
Phrs;I.iA DoRioS, Ogdensburg, Wis.
battlsJ s undoubtedly did their best,
b M VII wiz, TINS case steadily and could
kreatma but often the most scientific
brune-.;. IS surpassed by the medicinal
(oots . Ses OF the good old fashioned
Pinkhs.n NERDS contained IN Lydia E.
Hs.an Vegetable Compound.
kr;ts x complication exists it pays 20
y Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine
Mass, for special free edviee.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
WHAT OUR NEIGHBoRs SAY

Clinton, Iowa-When living at my
old home, Delhi. Iowa, my mother
always kept DR.. Pierce's Golden Med
ical Discovery on hand as a family
remedy. She used 1t for any Of the
family that needed IT. There =e-s
twelve Of US children n:e4 I: IS she
recommended it TO me when about Is
satisfaction. Ny mothers faith in
DR.. Pferce's medicines has naturally
given me confidence, as well as the
fact that I have used it myself
Mrs. WALTER WINKn- 457 Oak St
Doctor Pierce's Pleasant Pellets regu-
late and inyigorate stomach, liver and
bowels.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07
Men Want More Pay.

UNITED Press Leased Wire Service ]
DES MONIES, Iowa, March t.
About $50 unskiIled laborers employ
ed on the Ford Motor company's new
building here, marched through the
downtown streets today. shouting
I'VE want more pay"
The men went out on strike for an
increase over their present hourly
rate of wages, % cents. and for bet
ter protection against accidents
while at work.
Some of the strikers admit being
members OF I. ". ". Deputy sheriTs
are guarding the new plant, which is
in the course OF construction
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07

at Q q. M today on an east side street
in a quarrel with another man over
the affections OF girl. The police
are seeking John s. Waters. alias
-Runabout Riley. aged 80 Harry
Nelson and Chick Brockman. both Of
Des Moines. and Roy Murphy. Omaha,
are detained by police as witnesses
Burgess, the police state. was recent
Iy released from the Saltwater, MINI.
uenitentiary
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1917-03-07

pains ike Q knife
through my back
and side. 1 finally
lost all my strength
50 | had to go to
bed The doc tor
advised IN oper-
alton but ! would
not listen TO it. I
thought Of what I
hadreae about Lydia
e Pinkham's Vege-
table Compound and
tried It The first