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The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
AMERICAN STEAMSHIP SINKS "SUB"
DENIES CONSCRIPTION EQUAL|zES
 BURDEN; 12 MONTHS TO TRAIN;
 100000 FARM HANDS NEEDED
(By United States Cable)

WASHINGTON, Wednesday, April 25.-D. Nickel ar author of the amendment proposing that call be issued for 500OO volunteers before steps taken to- ward conscrpton emphaticaly denied here today that conscription equalzes the burden.
 q believe the German kaiser is the greatest criminal on the face of the earth today" said Mcclellan
 q want and hope that this will in the quickest manner possible, rid the world of this despor.
 It may be September October before this draft bill completed and then after that another ten twelve months will be required to train troops.
 Plans were announced today by Secretary of Labor Wilson for the supplying to farms throughout the try 2000000 in effort to increase the production of foodstufs.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
CHAMP CLARK AGAINST CONSCR|PTION

WASHINGTON, Wednesday, April 25. Champ Clark speaker of the house of representatives announced today that he is opposed to conscrpon and is in favor of letting the flower of youth of the country volunteer rather than fasten the disgrace of draft upon them
 It was announced today that Elhu Root if he will ac cept will head the committee which is to be sent to Russia to aid the provisional government there
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25

George Hogg, a member of the crew on the gas boat Buffalo, when on the way to his quarters aboard the boat early this morning, fell and broke his leg. He was taken immediately to the hospital, where examination show ed that his left leg was broken near the ankle.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
RECORD TRIP TO THE IDITAROD IS
 MADE BY ADAMS

George Adams arrived at Mile 40 last night from Iditarod to which place he had taken a couple of pas sengers. He made the round trip in 27 days, in order to get back in Sew ard in time for the opening of the baseball season.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
STANDARD OIL CONTROLS GASOLINE

WASHINGTON, Wednesday. April 25. - That the Standard Oil company substantially dominates the gaso line industry in the United States, was the finding of the federal trade commission which finding was transmitted in the commissions report to the senate yesterday.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
PORT COMMISSIONER OFFERS SERVICES
CB, United States CabIe)

SEATTLE Tuesday, April 24-Robert Bridges, president of the Seattle port commission handed in his resignation today and at rendered his services to the government, stating that he is anxious and willing to serve in any capacity,
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
KAISER'S ADVISORS URGE MEDICATION
lBy United States LaAIsl

ROME Wednesday, April 25-The Corriece de Italia clerical organ declares that is in position to confirm the reports published in Spanish newspapers to the effect that the immediate following of the German emperor is imporng and bringing every pressure to bear upon him to abdicate.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25

The Turret Crown and St. David are due to arrive at any time with equipment for the Alaskan Engineer ing Commission.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
RUSSIAN SOCIALISTS ANGRY OVER SINKING OF s. s. zARA--- FORTY
 GERMAN PLANES ARE SHOT DOWN
CBy United States CaSlsl

PETROGRAD, Wednesday, April p. - Russian socialists are greatly exercised the sinking by Ger man submarine of the steamship Zara which was taking home large number of Russian refugees, including several of the most noted men banished.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25

Leo Margules has postponed his contemplated trip to Anchorage for reasons that he will not make public.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
GERMANS BRING UP THOUSANDS

LONDON, Wednesday, April 25. - Messages from the correspondents the western front state that the hardest fighting of the continues east of Arras and that the Germans having brought up countless thousands of reserves accepting battle in the open The British have gained good deal of ground and lost nothing.
The Seward gateway and the Alaska evening post., 1917-04-25
GERMAN PLANES WRECKED BY BRITISH
 WITH THE BRITISH ARMIES IN FRANCE. Wed

nesday April 25-The intensely bitter ground fighting of the last two days reflected in the air. where the Brit ish flying corps yesterday established record by bringing down forty German machines The fights took place 15O00 feet in the air.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
SUITS GROWING OUT
 AUTO MISHAPS TRIED
Plaintiff in Owen ys. Taylor Wins, While Jury Finds for Defendant
 in Case of Jordan ys. Garyin.

Two suits growing out of accidents in which automobiles were involved were tried before jurieS in the cir cult court yesterday, with an even break, insofar as the awards were concerned.
 In the suit of James owen vs. Creed Taylor for $10,000 because of alleged damage suffered as the result of an accident at Ladd, the jury returned judgment for $1 300 for plaintiff, rep resented by Attorneys Nixon, Levine & Nixon.
 Matte Jordan lost her suit for $2,- 500 against James Gar':n. The case had it's origin in a collision between the auto of the defendant and the buggy of the plaintiff, who claimed she was injured when thrown from the vehicle When the jury's fore- man announced the ver1ict, We find | for the defendant" Gavin moved up beside Judge Jones of Taylor. Jones & Taylor, who conducted the defense, and asked:
 Docs the We find for the defend- ant mean we win?"
 When assured that that was the 1 case, Garvin showed signs of relief 1 in broad grin and sigh.
 Judgment by consent for $675.62 on notes was rendered by Judge w. B. Sorrells in the suit of standard Lum- Der company vs. G. l.. Spellman ct al
 Another consent judgment was entered in the suit of '. c. l.. Wyatt vs. B. L. Wyatt, an action over pos session of real estate. The suit of Henry l.. Eldridge. an infant by J. C. Eldridge, next friend, vs. the Pine Bluff company was continued for the term.
 Freeman Hawley and M. McGaughy were excused from further service as petit jurors, and A. Fl. Reeves and C. II. Puddephatt empaneled.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
Fashions of To-Day By May Manton

EVERY variation of the T. plaited skirt is fashion- - able and this frock that is made of a striped challis is just as pretty and attractive as it can be, simple enough for morning wear and drcssy enough to be worn for the simple luncheon or occasions of that sort. The collar and cuffs are of silk. The straight skirt is cut in two pieces with seams at the sides and 1t can be made with or without the pockets. The blouse tells it's own story. The novel feature is found in the applied yoke portions arranged over the tucked fronts. You could use the blouse for the separate waist as we'll as for the entire frock and separate b!ouses always are needed.
 For the 16 year size the blouse will require, 2$%s yards of ma terial 36 inches wide, 2 1s yards A, with s yard 30 for the collar and cuffs. For the skirt will be needed, 45s yards 36, 4 yards IA.
 The May Manton pattern of the blouse No. o33S and of the skirt No. C237 both are cut in sizes for 1o and IS years. They will be mailed to any ad- dress by the Fashion Depart ment of this paper, on receipt of hftaas, ~nr+~ fo- aach
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
EAGLES PREPARE FOR
 ANNIVERSARY DANCE
Delegates and Alternates to State Convention Also Chosen at Meet.
 ing Last Night.

Delegates and alterlates were se- lected last night by the Pine Bluff aerie of Eagles, to represent the aerie at the state convention of the Eagles, at Fort Smith on May IA, 15 and 16, of the largest and most successful that has yet been held by the organi- zation in this state.
 A communication from the Fort Smith aerie announced that "Rye and Bly," two of the best known men in that section of the state, are in charge of the arrangements for the convention, and will make it ''hum- mer."
 The aerie also completed arrange ments for a grand ball to be given at the home of the aerie, on the even ing Of March 22, the committee to perfect the details being made up of Elmo Reynolds, chairman; E. J. Ker- win, Earl Piper, o. F. Tedstrom and $. P. Smeed.
 Past presidents of the local aerie who, as such. afe entitled to the hon. or of attending the sessions of the state organization, are Ben Robin son, A. A. LeLaurin, Bon Brannon, J. R. Stewart, w. c. McBryde, E. H. Sammon, c. A. Goshorn and Frank Franey. Judge Stewart is first vice president of the state association, and MT. McBryde is state treasurer. Eleven delegates are allowed the local aerie, in addition, and eleven alternates, also. making 22 in all. A partial list of those elected last night |"is as follows. a complete list not being obtainable because the minutes had been locked up:
 Sam Levine, D. J. Kerwin. Fred T. Fucker. Simon Bloom, Sam Vaulx, R A. Pool, George Morris, o. F. Teds. trom, Garland Brewster, J. S. Wiley Earl Piper, F. o. Piper, J. w. Bald win, w. J. Boyer, Elmo Reynolds Frank Schumard, L. A. Wampler, R. P. Fuqua and George Dalby.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
DR. VAN LEAR TALKS M. c. A. LUNCHEON

Rev. J. M. Van Lear, pastor of the First Methodist church of Little Rock was the speaker last evening at the weekly Fellowship luncheon at the Young Mems Christian association, and delivered a strong and forceful talk on ".The Unanswered Advertise ment; or, Wanted, Man"
 MT Van Lear pointei out that the Lord has been looking for a Christ like man since the foundation of the world, in the Garden of Eden, at Gethsemane, at the crucifixion, and ever since. Some stirring songs were sung by Walter Morris. There was a large attendance at the luncheon, the meal being prepared and served by committee from the Woman's Auxiliary of the association.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
vrs RutherfOrd.Fuller for


 President A. F. W. C.
 Mrs. Minnie U. Rutherford-Fuller, than whom there is no better known nor more appreciated woman in the etate of Arkansas, is being strongly nrged for president of the Arkansas federation of Women's clubs by the club women of Pine Bluff, who are anxious to have the arrangements for the hiennial convention of the national association at Hot Springs in 1913 and the entertainment of the dele oates thereto under the direction of an able and experienced woman, such as Mrs. Rutherford-Fuller is rec ognized as being.
 The Women's auxiliary of the Y. M. c. A. yesterday unanimously adopted the following resolution:
 Realizing that Arkansas is facing A great crisis in public life, we de- sire to have an efficient and capable woman who has all needed qualifica- lions and experience as president at the national biennial.
 "In appreciation of her great work for women and children and the state at large, be it
 Resolved, that the Women's auxili- ary of the Y. M. e. A. endorses Mrs. Minnie U. Rutherford-Fulle for the incoming presidency of the Arkansas Federation of Women's clubs"
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
By May Manton

TUST such a long coat as this
 one is needed by every .E girl. On miil1. days the collar and fronts can be rolled open as they are here and on cold days they can be but toned up tightly about the throat to be really protective, and, as a result of this possi- bility the coat is good for motor~ ing as well as for walking. 1t can be made of a velours cloth as it is here with broadcloth trimmings to be essentially use full and at the same time hand some or it can be made of velvet to be exceedingly beautiful and adapted to afternoon wear, or it could be made of broadcloth with velvet trimming, or you could edge the velvet with fur. It is a very simple little coat, while the plain body portion and full skirt combined give the new feature.
 For the 12 year size will De needed, 35s yards of material A inches wide, 33s yards 54 with 4 yard 54 inches wide for the trimming.
 The pattern Nc. 9316 is cut in sizes from 8 to IA years. It will be mailed to any address by the Fashion Department ol this paper, on receipt of fifteen cents.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
WOMEN MISSION WORKERS ELECT
 OFFICERS TO-DAY
Lakeside Church Crowded Last Night to Hear Ad-
 dress by Rev. Waldrip.

The final sessions will be held to- day of the Woman's Missionary so- ciety of the Methodist Episcopal church, South, for the Little Rock conference territory, with the cleo ton of officers and such other busi- ness to be transacted. Most of the delegates will leave for their homes this evening and tonight, and with the mass of the work planned already suc- cessfully carried out the 1917 con- vention was said yesterday to have been the most generally satisfactory and delightful that has yet been held by the organization, and certainly the largest attended.
 The program yesterday was devoted principally to the Social Service" de- partment, report of the accomplish ments being made by Mrs. w. E. Barkman, the superintendent and a sermon being delivered last night OH Social Service and the Kingdom of God" by Rev. Marion Nelson Waldrip of Hot Springs, and formerly pastor of the Lakeside church here, where the sessions of the convention are be- ing held.
 The edifice was crowded last night to hear Dr. Waldrip's talk, there be- ing many present who were friends of the preacher, though not members of a Methodist congregation, and who had taken advantage of the oppor- tunity again to hear him., He made a stirring and most inspiring address, which held the close attention of all his many hearers.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
YOUNG'S HOME
 BURNS LAST NIGHT

The home of John Young. IT,, ne- gro, at Eleventh avenue and Georgia street, was almost totally destroyed by fire shortly after g o'clock last night. On the houses and contents. Young estimates his loss at about $7O0, with insurance aggregating about $500. The fire is believed to have been caused by defective flue.
 A three room house occupied by L. J. Davis. situated in North Maple, outside the city limits, was totally destroyed by fire about 9:30 o'clock yesterday morning, entailing a loss which is estimated at about $400.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
PERSONALS.

Prof. c. M. Dial of the Union school, is reported quite ill with an attack of pneumonia.
 c. J. Can't, well known and pop ular railroad man, has returned from Magnolia, where he has been quite Ill for some time past, and has resumed his run.
 A. Froug was here yesterday from Little Rock for visit with his brother, Louis Froug.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
lonofellow's lnspIratlon.

Hawthorne told Longfell0w the story of Evangeline, adding that he had been urged to write romance based on 1t, but thought 1t better suited for verse. The story of Hiawatha, related to Schoolcrat by Abraham Le Fort, an Onondaga chieftain. furnished the poet with the outline of his enbellished verse. The 'Tales of Wayside Inn" were suggested by an old colonial hos. telry at Sudbury. Mass, which still is in existence.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
Perhaps It Wac Necessary.

Scene-City Restaurant.-Twoe elder ly ladies, with adopted child, take their place at the table. Order, according to menu, served. First lady (to Child)- "Now, Minnie, dear, remember your blessing" Second lady "Yes, say your grace, dear. Always ws that when away from home as well as at home" i" Child Hooking most obedient)-"Lord have mercy upon this food" Waiter runs,
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

United States cavalry officers m Arizona have been conducting eX- periments with the object of determ- ming whether horses can be so col ored as to render them less con- spicuous and reduce the chances of their being made a target for the fire of the enemy.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
TO SING AT SHOPS.

It was announced yesterday that Walter Morris, evangelist songster, will sing at the weekly meeting at the Cotton Belt shops today at noon. when Circuit Judge w. B. Sorrells will be the speaker.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
Delightful Ball For
 Sabbath School Children.

One of the most thoroughly de- lightful entertainments of the season was enjoyed last night by the Sab bath school children of the Temple Anshe Emeth, at Harmony club, with the Ladies Temple society as hos tesses.
 The children were in costume, the dance being a masque affair, and striking, unique, comical and hand some, as the case may be. Delicious refreshments were served, there was very large attendance, and the even- ing was enjoyably spent.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
BIRTHS.

Born, to Dr. and Mrs. F. c. Powell, 1116 west Twenty-thi1d avenue, last night at II o'clock, g.rl. The little miss. the second child and first daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Powell, is TO be christened Ona Louise.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

w. G. Middlebrooks, a state farm demonstration, after trip through the peach belt near Macon, Ga, said from 60 to 90 per cent of the peaches in the Lizella district were destroyed by a freeze
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
HIoh Cost of . staoe Career.

Tank Beverly figures that the labor, care and attention necessary to the training of pig for stage purposes would. if properly applied. produce 100000 pounds of bacon, 100000 hams and proportionate amount of sausage and leaf lard.-Topeka Capi- tai.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
CARD OF THANKS.

We desire to express; our heartfelt thanks to our many friends for the kindness shown us at the death or our beloved son and b. other, Gus A. Bluerock, also for the many kind words and expressions of sympathy and for the many beautiful floral of- ferings. and Rev. J. |. Norris for his kind words of consolation.
 Mr. and Mrs. L. Bluerock.
 Mr. and Mrs. F \. Bluerock,
 Mr. and Mrs. P. Bluerock,
 Mir. and Mrs. F. l.. Thoma,
 MT. and Mrs. G. Ii. Bennham,
 MT. and Mrs. F. P. Kealer,
 Batesville, Ark.
 Miss Alice Bluerock.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

Count De Romanones, Spanish premier, has denied absolutely that James w. Gerard, former American ambassador to Germany. was the bearer of a letter from King Alfonso to President Wilson.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

I.eisy's Temp-Brew, the famous soft drink. now on draft at 217 Main street and POT West Third avenue. Sold in hottles everywhere. 3-9-5t.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

Mrs. Tom Collier III. and Mrs. Henrietta Taylor have returned from Little Rock, where, as representatiN es of the Pine Bluff Political Equality league, they attended the suffrage school. \
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

Mrs. Joe Goetz and Miss Frances Thomas of Little Rock are guests Of Mrs. c. w. Butts during the conven- ton of the missionary societies.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
FR0UG'S STYLE SHOW
 HAS TOUCH OF ORIENT
Beautiful Costumes and Lingerie Dis played in Setting of the
 Far East.

The warmth and glow Of the Far East-the dash and glare of a bright 1 color in contrast 10 a snbdued shade the unconventional accompaniment of brilliance with simplicity-are to be seen in hats, costumes and all tho acces :ores of milad's wardrobe, in the display being shown at Froug'S whose annual spring opening started yesterday and will continue throut today.
 The big store was crowded yeste.. day with eager women, all desirOus | of seeing for themselves what the worlds arbiters of fashion have de- creed to be the proper thing for the season which is to formally open with Easter. just five weeks off, and a day on which the gentler sex dis plays all it's charm of habilament.
 TEe establishment had been trans formed into an Oriental garden. es- becially rich decorations of most appropriate nature being placed on the second floor. Here were Japa- nese parasols and lanterns; articles of wear were displayed, showing the great variety of shades and colors which the chemists of the world have provided to show that Germany is not the sole source of the dye sup ply; winsome and attractive Japan
 ese maiden, robed in the garb of Nippon; and over it all the strains of Japanese music were to be heard throughout the afternoon.
 The fullness of springtide in all it.. beauty is reflected in the charming styles of spring blouses. among them being shown bouses of embroidered batiste, real filet laces. French lawns combined with filet lace, hand-em. hroidered crepe de chimes, chemist and Russian blouses and beautiful beaded crepe blouses.
 The new dress skirts present { riot of colors and fashions. each de signed for an especial occasion Among the very high-grade model there are many smart ones of glace serge and Georgette satin in white spring colors and striking figure eff fects-the youthful plaited models end those with swagger pockets.
 Other skirts are made of white taf feta and washable satin, La Jerz, Yo San, khaki-kool, pussy willow ant Tussah. There are also popular styles in plain black, navy, stripes ant plaids.
 I Coats were never more attractive The modes are typical American originated by American designers, an. skillfully adapted from the French to conform to the demands of Ameri can women. Sleeves, collars ant pockets are dominating features. but the silhouette and belt command at tention, for upon them depends mucf Of the effectiveness of these new mod } els, among them being coats for club ; sports, auto, street and afternoon } wear fashioned from soft velour tricotine, gabardine, khaki-kool Rurella, Covert, mixtures, satin 3 Gros de Londre. and novelty coatings 7 in the fashionable shades. 4 l In colors one may choose from the g new fad shades of sulphur, mustard banana, chamois, rose, or from the l more conservative staple colors, navy : Copen, green gray or black also : velour checks. !. /
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

The five-year-old son of MT. and Mrs. Mat Aundray, three miles south of Searcy, was burned to death at his home when his clothing caught fire from an open fireplace.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

Mrs. B. A. Drummond of Little Rock is here for a visit with her parents, MT. and Mrs. w. B. Sanders.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
s c G l E TY

corresponding secretary; Nrs. J. A. Goodwin, treasurer, and Ms. Thur man Louthan, press correspondent.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
SOCIAL CALENDAR.
Saturday,. March 10.

young Ladies' club, First Metho- Net church, with Mrs. Turner Brad ford.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

Mrs. w. z. Tankersiey has a's guests Mrs. I. H. Carpenter and Mrs. H. C.. Covington of Hot Springs and Mrs. B. T. Robbs of Philadelphia, delegates to the Woman's Missionary conference at Lakeside church.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

MT. and Mrs. B. M. Cooper have arrived from ,Jonesboro, and are con- fortably dcmiciled at their new home, S01 Pine street.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09
ThurSday. March 15,

Pine Bluff chapter, D. A. R., with Mrs. w. H. Knox.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

Electric tanning machinery j. needed in Spain.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

Mrs. J. B. Rutherford is the guest of Mrs. J. c. Cramer at Little Rock
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

The largest settlement in Green land has population of less than 800.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-09

The missel thrush and blackbird sing while flying, but only ve-y rarely.