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South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
FUNERALS
EDWARD MAJSNER.

The funeral OF Edward Majsner.
g. years old, son of Mrs. Constantine
Majsner. 1910 w. Fassnacht av.
who died Tuesday afternoon, was
held Friday morning at $50 o'clock
at st. Stanislaus church. Rev. Ro-
man Marciniak, c. S. c., Officiated.
Burial was in Cedar Grove ceme-
terry
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
CITY JUDGE BACK.

City Judge l.. VI. Hammerschmidt
returned Friday following a two-day
trip to Chicago. where he attended
the National Conference on Com
munity and Social Centers. During
Judge Hammerschmidt's absence +.
A. Deahl and w. a. Bertsch acted as
special judges
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
CHICAGO CASH GRAIN.

tHItAlTU, April u
WHEAT-No. . red 500; No. hard
winter, S2.57; No I northern spring
$500
CORN-No . mixed. SI526156: No. :
white, 1.55d 1.59; No. yellow, S1.52H
155: Mo- white, S1J6i2d No. 3
yellow, $1-51d1.J5I2 No. 4 mixed, S1.52l2
d153; No. 1 white, $151 No. yellow,
S1.54
OATS-No. . white. 7O1i a l4c; No. .
white 69d7112c; No. white 69c
standard. 70Q11ac
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
CITY CONTRIBUTES 1923
Mayor viii be Asked TO Name
Armenian Relief Committee.

From oct. l. 1915 TO March /.
1917. S623.09 has been sent from
South Bend for the Armenian Syrian
relief fund. according 10 information
received i'm South Bend from c. Y.
Nickrey. secretary OF the fund.
Mayor Keller may be asked 20 name
a committee TO take charge OF the
work here and attempt 10 boost the
contributions materially.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20

Corrected Daily by she Eastwood FiGh.
Poultry and Sea Food Market,
-. Washington Av.J
FRESH FISH - DR. No. ] trout zoe
ID; blue gills 15c ID, saugers 12lzc 10.
yellow pike, pc ID: large perch. l6bzc
ID: Dr. white fish. - 10.
FREH FROZEN FISH -Dr. VIC. white
fish. 17i2c ID; Or. trout 22l2c H.. dr.
bull heads. i5izc 10: roe shad, each.
Sll0.s had roe, per pr, doe; whole bali
1Tl4c. extra cuts. - 10.
SMOKED FISH-SalmOn. so. white
fish, poe, fnan battle. lSc: fancy salt
mackerel, y No.. each. 2Oc. bloaters "a
> 10. each, DC; homeless salt cod fsh.
2JC To- clubs. 2OC DO.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20

SEEDS.
lCorrected Daily bK Warner Fro So

Corrected Daily by Warner Bros, SEED
store. ia r Nsyne Et-)
TIMOTHY 90 ..
RED CLONEk-S5J0Q 300
WHITE CLOVER 70 per bu-
SlO.OOG12OO.
ALFALFA 50 OOaa S1l 90.
SWEET CLOKER-S9 00Ql 100 per bu.
cow PEAS s. oJaS3 CO per bu.
SOY BEANS-S2 80 3.25.
BLUE GKASS-S2 - per bu.
FIELD PEAS-x3JO per bu-
AiIaLEI-S115 per Of.
GERMAN MILLET s. . Ger ha.
JAPANESE MILLET- 81 30 per bu.
HUNGARIAN MILLET-S2 ) per 81.
NEICH-SS.O0Cl 1000
MAMMOTH CLOYER-S12OOQ12 J 90
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
Mrs. anne BRYAN.

Mrs. Anne Bryan. "a years old,
mother Of Fred A Bryan of this city.
died az her home in Canton, o.,
Thursday. Mr.. Bryan, who is the
only surviving member Of the fam
lily. is in Canton The funeral will
be held in Lisbon, o.. Saturday.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
VISIT IN CHICAGO.

The following South Bend resi-
dents were guests at the Great
Northern hotel Chicago. this week
f. w Kalekett. f. g. Miller. A. L.
Meltzer. j. Hennings. W. Al Miller
ard r r. DOran
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
MARKET QUOTATIONS
INDIAN4PoITs LIVE SrOCK.

INDIANAPOLIS. Ind, APRIL 70 -
best hogs Sl6oo. heavics. ST. oafGOo-
pigs S1LoOHlfOO. bulk * sales. SI55ssr
1850
CATTLE Receipts zoo. market
steady choice heavy steers. ST. rNF
II -. light steers = 50f1 m 50. heifnrs.
s. OoH II %, COWS SILiQa %. hu .
- oOM9I5. calves. S7.ooQ 11.1
SHEEP ANiD LAMBS Receipts 80 A..
market steady, prime sheep. $1,000
lambs. $1,000 1904
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
PROVISToNS.

corrected Daily BY D. W. Mueller. 2ls
r.. Jefferson BlydJ
VEGETABLES - cabbage. paying o.:
selling BE per DO.
FRUIT Oranges. case. $3.50; selling.
3)d6oc per dozen lemons. per case. s. 50.
selling. .lJc per dOZ. apples. paying 81 :
AGO per bu. selling J0HI per peck
kLIIEf: ~ > Et4LrS-l. cu Itrs Butte
psying e0Na2c: selling. 2jdfOc: Crsa r.
cry butter. paying 43c; selling fsc Eggs.
strictly fresh, paying. Co. selling. 35c-
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
DRY GOODS MARkEr.

NEW YORK, April 1a-Large govern
ment orders FOR cotton goods were Tee
ceived Thursday Cloths and warns were
steady Buyers are arriving to attend
a large carpet auction next week Wool
goods were steady. government buying
growing active.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
rAI.IoM AM uInrs-

Corrected Daily By ;. W. Lippman, ale
-. Main sGl
TALLON Rough. -ss15c. rendered. Ne.
L. Jd6c: No. 2 3d5c
WOOL-25135c per ID.
HIDES-Green, No. l. 10dIsc; calf skia
lO4JUc.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
POULTRY AND MATS.

tL0rTected DAILY Do Jimmies MsFkets
I2s t. Jefferson Blvd
POULTRY l9c; selling, 2Sc.
NEAL-Paying, Ice; selling. lJd35c.
BEEk-R0zst, BE: boiling lZt7c. per
3jH4Gc; siIiOin. B0Q3oc.
HAM-Paying, DC.
LAnD-Paying. lie; selling. pc.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
LIVE STOCK.
HAY. STRAW AND FEED.
nv Il !" T II " ~ II T1IlTs
Corrected DAILY by tue Wesley MillsE
Hour and Fecd CO., 40 >.
Michigan ST

MlCnlRa1 81
HAY-P8ying, Sl2O0. selling. fl6als.
STRAW -Paying. $SQ9 per ton. selling,
S1l 90 per toll. OF G0c per bale
OATS-Paying, 6Jc per bu.: selling.
70Q75c.
CORN-Paying. S1lO per bu.; selling.
81 2J0Ql-S0
TIAiOihY SEED -~Ayinz. IS per bH.
selling. $3.50 per bu.
ALFALFA SEED SiontHna grOWHl-
Selling, $500 per bu
CLOVER SEED-S11GJdl 300.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20

The oat cakes OF Scotland are said
10 approach nearer the primitive
type OF bread than anything else
known today.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20

~OONLEY TONIC SARSAPARIL-
IA, Best Tonic and Blood Cleaner
made $500 size bottle FOR seat
COONLEY'S. Adv
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
COFFEE MARKET.

NEW YORK April TO- spot coTea
quiet: Rio - l0i~c, Santos Is. 105>c.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
NEW YORK STOCKS.

InternatiOnal News Service:
NEW YORK, April 20.-Closing
prices on the stock exchange today
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1917-04-20
South Bend Markets
GRAIN AND FEED.
Corrected Daily by w. B. Starr. star
Mills. Hydraulic Av.l


Mills. Hydraulic Av.)
WHEAT Paying. s. 40
OATS-paying. 0sc; selling. sJc per
bu
CORN Paying. Sl40; selling, $3.50 per
bu.
RYE-Paying S160 per bu.
BRAN Selling. $40 per bu.
MIDDLINGS selling, $40 per cwt
CHOPPED FEED - Selling. s. - per
cwr-
GITrEN- Selling 400 per csNt.
SCRATCH FEED - Selling SlW per
cNT
CHICK FEED Selling, $500 per cwt
LIVE STOCK.
Corrected Daily by Major Br0F., ;. Io-
gan st. Mishaw aka.
HEAVY FAT STEERS-Fsir 20 good.
1QSc prime, ql0c-
HOGS 100 TO lbs. 12iac: 1909 &c
lbs, he; 1901 80 lhs- lie; 16O@l5Q
! hs and over 1.r
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
Mrs. J. M. Arledge, who is i'l at tht Davis hospital, is improving.
PER RON AIS

c. c. Stevens, son of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Stevens, departed yesterday for Memrhis to resume his duties with the Western Union Telegraph com- pany there aft CT a two weeks visit with his parents. Mr. Stevens was formerly night onerator at the local Western Union office.
 Chas. Cole of Memphis arrived yes terday to attend the funeral of Mrs. E l.. Wiley.
 Lieut.. Frank R. Bloom left vester- day afternoon for Fort Sam Houston. Texas. where he has been assigned to the Nineteenth infantry. Lieutenant Bloom is the son of Secretary E. B. Bloom of the Chamber of Commerce. and won his commission in the second officers training camp.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
OBITUARY
Mrs. F. I. WilIev

'tt -. h. l.. IleS.
 The funeral services of Mrs. Julia Cole Wiley, wife of E. F. Wiley prominent planter of Jefferson coun- ty, who died at an early hour yester- day morning at local sanitarium will be held this morning at II o'clock from tr, Lakeside Methodist church, itcV. Theodore Copeland, the pastor, officiating.
 Mrs. Wiley had been in i'll health for some time and her death followed an operation performed in an effort to restore her to health. She was an ardent member of the Lakeside Meth odist church, and her ability as a Christian worker was recognized by her large host of friends. She was president of the Womens Missionary society and teacher of the young la dies class of the Lakeside Methodist church. and her pleasant manner, cheerful disposition and Christian in whom she came in contact.
 She is survived by her husband; four sons, A. w., Charles. Hugh and George Wiley; sister, Mrs. l.. A. Young of Memphis, and a brother, c. Il. Cole of Memphis.
 The pallbearers selected are: Hon orarv-M. J. Mead, w, B. Sorrells, w. C. Crittenden, A. c. Brummitt, Dr. c. G. Blackwell. J. F. Jones, Geo. M. Wells and H. K. Turner. Active w. c. Reynolds, Virginius Mead, Mack Hollis, Zack Tankersley. Robert Etter Fred LeLaurin, l.. F. Bassett, Dr. II. E. Martin and Mills Fuller.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

.'louiu ne pnOned ill between 2 and ould De sent in writing.
 rating the home of the brides sister Mrs. Frank Hauck, were sent to the grave of the brides father. She en- tered on the arm of Mr. E. A. Sulli- van. who gave her away in marriage. Mrs. Dubos was at the organ and Mrs. Edw. Schoenhardt sang "When Song is Sweet" and At Dawning :" During the ceremony Mrs Dubos played Loves Sweet Old Song" The pfocesslonal and recessional were, re- spectively, from Lohengrin and Men delssohn.
 An informal reception was held at the home of the brides brother and sister, MT. and Mrs. Frank Hauck. immediately following the marriage. Carnations and ferns formed the house decorations. The dining room table was misty with draperies of tulle from the chandelier, yelling white carnations. Green and white were employed in floral combination. Punch was served with brick cream and cake. Favors were drawn from the handsom y decorated wedding cake. Miss ].Iercedes Richards found the ring, Miss O'Leary the wishbone, Miss Julie Dubos the dime, Miss Tess Slattery the thinble, as well as other favors.
 ''The members of the brides family present were MT. and Mrs. Frank Hauck, Mrs. D. Sullivan. Of the groom's family there were MT. and Mrs. Charles Stoer. ST., Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stoehr, Jr., and Mr. and Mrs. w. H. Strube.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
Mrs C R. Sams.

The funeral of Mrs. c. R. Sans, who died in San Antonio, Texas, Monday, will be held this afternoon at 8 o'clock from the residence of $. F. Sans, 1901 Cherry street, services being conducted bv Rev. J. l. Norris and Rev. w. J. K. Cox. 1nterment will be made in Bellwood cemetery.
 Pallbearers arc w. T. Hamilton o. o. Hauber. w. K. Green, E. B. King, J. E. Quinn, G. K. Smith, Parker Tucker and K. s. Richey.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
Hawthorne Book Club.

Elaborate social functions are be- coming infrequent, for in these days our women are realizing all too deep ly that it is no time for flippant fads or giddy gossip or dress displays, and hostesses in Pine Bluff and every where arc gathering their friends to- gether in an informal way and, over a cup of tea. are considering ways and means of lifting in a large or small way the burden of the world.
 Thursday afternoon Mrs. S. M. Tay- Tor was at home to the members of the Hawthorne Book Club. The liv- ing room of the hospitable Taylor home was beautifully cheery and cozy in it's Christmas decorations. and, around a glowing fire, this. group of corgenial clubwomen brought ou their knitting needles aNd discussed the lat est books. household economies, Red Cross plans, conservation measures and the true Xmas spirit. Later, joined by few very near and dear friends of the hostess, they enjoyed a cup of tea in the dining room. where Mrs. W D. Jones and Mrs. s. C. Alex ander presided at the urns.
 Mrs. Hall Miller of Atlanta and Mrs. Allen Eekridge of Virginia were charming out-of-town guests.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
Joe |. AItSChul.

The funeral services of Joa I. Alt schu,l aged 66, who died Wednesday morning in Little Rock. were held in that city yesterday afternoon from the family residence. 5l5 Ringo street MT. Altschul was former resident of this city having been in the insur- ance business here for a number of years. He was cousin of J. s. Alt schul of this city, and had many friends here. He is survived by his wife and four dauehters, Mrs Louis M. Samuel. Mrs. M. D. Pollock, the Misses Mildren and Tracye Altschul, and one son, Earl Altschul; also by three sisters. Mrs. William Pollock of New York City, Mrs. Mary Lewis of Chicago and Mrs. H. Steinhof of Van couver, E. C.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

sullivan-stoer
 wedding.
 The following, taken from the chraveport Times, will be read with ;aa4erest by the friends of Miss Con- ' o4snce Sullivan, who has been a ire s'ande sant visitor to Pine Bluff, and has qus.ls qse,os of friends here. Only recently sso'e sso Concluded visit to her sister, Mrs stv 1ohn P. Kennedy of this city.
 "tsI aThe marriage. of Miss Constance c,,,liyan the daughter of Mrs. D. Sul- nut,r ,:uon and Mr. Newton B. Stoer was n1sF Celebrated Monday afternoon in St. Tohns church. The marriage was sol- oo'wnn;zed by Monsignor Roulleaux, Ipoverend Father Garland and Rever- n .sd Father Nsinkelreid. The chancel s,lS sn;l was twined with smilax and tall naln,s rah were stationed at intervals pI, pplong the rail. White carnations and so.es a,.ls were the flowers employed in decoration. .,
 sThe bride was attended by Misses roc;le Hourregue and Alice LacaZe. The % groom was attended by his friends. fde MT. Able Fohs and MT. Rob- ,, ar+ Rates. The maids were most eehsrmingly ehs attired in gowns of geor- e,e1 aette crepe and satin of silvery grey. The T ;r hats were of turquoise blue nanne nom velvet with silver lace brims. TTLa Thev carried long sheaves of rose car- nat;ons and ferns. The bride wore a dainty toilet of white georgette crepo snd white taffeta, with hat of panne rolvnt. r Her flowers were bride roses These flowers, as we'll as those deco
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
MURPHY PROMOTED.
Pine Bluff Man Has Been Made First
 Lieutenant.

Lieut.. Leland Murphy, son of Mir. and Mrs. T. Y. Murphy, who was com missioned some months ago by Cav ernor Brough as a second lieutenant of the Arkansas National guard, has been promoted to first lieutenancy. according to news received by Lieu tenant Murphy's friends here.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
MODERN wOODMEN
 ELECT OFFICERS

c. H. Moore was elected venerable counsel and J. H. Ancrum was re- elected clerk at the annual election last night of Cotton Belt camp No. 13.369. Modern Woodmen of Ameri- ca. There was an unusually large at- tendance of members and six applica- tions for membership were received. Other officers elected are: T. Sauls, advisor; c. A. Gordon, banker; c. F. Smith, escort; E. Jones, sentry; J. c. Ga1ster, watchman; R. L. Hamilton, trustee. The officers will be installed at the first meeting in January.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
THIS MS NO LORE.

J. D. Colyer. 1o3 Labor Temple, Los Angeles, Cal, writes: "I have had about 56 years of experience with all sorts and kinds of caihal tic reme dies-some good and some a joke. When I got wise to Foley Cathartic Tablets for constipation goJ in right Ihe best l ever used" Do not grippe: no urDlea.aNt aster ofracts Mann's Pharmacy.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

Don't miss it-Annual Parcel Post Sales Y. M. c. A., Saturday cftcrnoon, December 14th., 8 to 6 o'clock. Pro gram and refre shments, 25cts, parcel post packa"es 25cts extra.
 Auspices Ladies Auxiliary-Bene- fit night Educational classes.
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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

In postal to Deputy Sheriff ]. L. McBurnett, Lieutenant Murphy, who is now at Camp Beauregard, says he expects to spend Christmas It home. "I see many of the Pine Bluff boys. and they are making good.' Enjoyed Dr. Norris visit very much," con- cluded the young officer.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

"Mrs. Stoehr changed her bridal dress for travelling gown of green broadcloth with beaver collar; hat to match, gray shoes and gloves. The wedding journey is to Washington, D. [. On their return MT. and Mrs. Stoehr will be at home at the Colonial for the present"
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
SCHOOLS WILL REOPEN.

All of the schools of the city will resume operations today, due to the fact that the gas pressure will now permit the buildings to be heated.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

Activity of Korni1off and Kaledinas minimizes the fear that the cloud now hanging over Russie hst . Cor man silver lining.-Arkansas daxstte.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

MT. and Mrs. Elmo Marsh and young son left yesterday for St. Louis, where they will make their home in the future.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

Mrs. Frank Isaacs has returned to her home in St. Louis after a visit with relatives for several days. Mrs. lsaacs was formerly Miss May Never.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

Mr. and Mrs. Morris Calm and baby of Shreveport, La, have returned to their home.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

Texas is eating her prairie dogs and says they are fine. Species of hot dog, we presume.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

s. H. Kress & company, "The Santa Claus store," will remain open until 10 D. m. from now to Christmas.
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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

MAKE IT A 'JEWELRY" CHRISTMAS
 other gift ap displays the good the gver article of wey Below illustrations from holiday stocka solid gold stock comprises wonderfully complete moderate priced gorgeous gems We illustrate here only few within the range of the ordinary gift gver Come and look debeaatu display.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
New Superintendent At Hospital.

Miss E. E. Hamilton, former super intendent of the Davis hospital, leaves this week for visit with her mother, after which she will be married in Detroit. Miss Edna Watson of Mary land will arrive about the first of the year to succeed Miss Hamilton as su- perintendent. She comes to this com munity very highly recommended, and is said to be a most efficient young woman.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
Eastern Star Elects Officers.

Elects Officers.
 The annual election of officers of the Union chapter, No. 40, Order of Eastern Star, was held last night at the Masonic hall. Those elected were: Mrs A. Townsend, worthy matron; A. R. Cooper, worthy patron; Mrs. T. s Grove, associate matron; Mrs. w. T. Armstrong, secretary; Mrs. w. A. Lee, treasurer: Mrs. A. R. Cooper, conductress; Mrs. L. Froug, associate conductress. These officers will be installed on the first meeting night in January.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

$. H. Kress 6 company, "The Santa Claus store," will remain open until ID p. m. from now to Christmas.
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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
SOCIETY s 0 Y MISS EUNICE NORRIS
 EDITOR

for the Society departm ent phone mail mes delivered personally Item n m s6 Club notices sh oud be Writing W
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
Jolly Good tN-1n~-

Jolly Coed Fellows.
 The Jolly Good Fellows Club will meet this evening With Miss Willard Luton in her home, 1902 West Seventh avenue.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14

Parcel Post
 Sale Postponed.
 The Ladies Auxiliary of the Y. M. c. A. will postpone their parcels post sale from Friday until Saturday aft ernoon, from 3 to 6 o'clock, on ac- count of the death of Mrs. B. l.. Will ley.
 Miss Jewel Palmer, who has heen attending school at Ouachita College, is in the city and will spend the Christ mas holidays with her parents, Judge and Mrs. H. D. Palmer, on South Main street
 Rev. F. P Kennedy of Beaumont, Texas, will spend several days with Dr. J. I. Norris and family.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-12-14
Bible RlaSS This Afternoon

Bible RlaSs
 This Afternoon.
 The Pine Bluff Ladies' Bible Class will meet this afternoon at 3:30 o'clock in the First Presbyterian church. Tho lesson will be taken from the Book of Matthew, from the 18th chapter on.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-01-27
Enormous Loss In Retail
Business District Of
City.
DOZEN FIREMEN
SERIOUSLY HURT
DEPARTMENT. Store. Grand Opera Hsuss
Block and Dozen or Mers smalls,
Buildings, With contsnts, Destroyed
Hundreds Of Tons Of Merchandise
Prey Of FIannss--Intsnss Gold Handi- I
caps Firsmsn.

Pittsburgh. Jan. n. Fire which
swept thru a section Of the retail bus
mess district here today destroyed the
Frank & Sedar department store, the
Grand opera house. the Hilton Cloth
Ing Company and dozen or moro
smaller buildings. with loss estimated
at between $s,000.O00 and $4,000, 900.
Four firemen were seriously hurt and q
dozen or more so badly injured they
were taken to hospitals
It appeared for time 40 though the
fire would sweep the entire square but
heavy fire walls finally stayed tha
flames, which ate thru the hundreds Of
tons of merchandise piled In the strick.
en- buildings.
Firemen were seriously handicapped
by the intense cold, 1t being necessary
to carry hot water from neighboring
restaurants to thaw street hydrants be-
fore streams were available.
Guests Driven From Hotel.
The fire ate its way down Fifth ave-
nue. and Smithiield street toward Wood
street and breaking windows In build.
ings across Fifth avenue drove scores
Of guests from their rooms In the
Newell Hotel. The Park building also
was threatened az were number OF
moving picture theaters.
At one time the flames leaped across
Diamond street and damaged the Solo,
mon department store and the Harris
Theater but were, soon extinguished. It
then became evident that II the fire
wall which formed the west and south
sides of the Grand opera house would
hold the fire would be checked.
Old Buildings Are Destroyed.
The buildings were among the oldest
In the business section with the ex-@
ception of the Grand opera house.
After several outbreaks fire chiefs
declared shortly after o'clock that thu
walls were holding and the fire was
under complete control. Revised estt-s;
mates placed the loss at $2b0.o0o.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-01-27
! BATTLE WITH MExlcANs.
carranxa Soldiers Prsoipitate Fight BY
FIRING Across Border.

CITtU8 VSSOoo SVsNSss , sistN 50 .-.i
Tucson, Ariz.. Jan. 27.-1n rocks
close to the International line, fve
miles soouth Of Ruby, Ariz., forty
members of troop E, First Utah cav
airy, commanded by Lieutenant Arms,
were Keeping up an incessant firing at
Mexican soldiers across the line today.
The Mexicans were returning the shots.
Firing kept up during the night until
Q o'clock this morning, when the cav
alrymen in the rocks were relieved by
a detachment from Arlvaca fifteen
miles distant, where the Utah troops
have heen stationed. The clash was
resumed at daylight.
The Mexican soldiers opened fire on
American cowboys who were trying to
round up herd Of cattle on the Amer
ican side, 1t is alleged. The cowboys,
,altho outnumbered, returned the fire
and sent for reinforcements from among
the Utah command.
Az far as Is known, none OF the
American troops has been killed or
wounded. Reinforcements from Mo-
gales arc being rushed to the scene.
soldiers and civilians returning from
the line report they saw several Mex
ican soldiers fall during the fighting.
A telephone message from Ariyaca
saws the Mexican soldiers engaging the
Americans are from the Carranza gar
rison at Sasabe. pa. g5.
Mexican soldiers firing across the
line near Ruby, are not in uniform. but
Carranza. garrisons stationed near
sasabe were not uniformed. The party
Of civilians headed by Supervisor
Bernard, who left Arivaca at dawn,
had not returned there at O'clock.