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The Monett times., 1917-05-18
ASSESSED VALUATION
BARRY COUNTY PROPERTY

The assessed valuation of Barry
county real estate and personal, as
fixed by the Board of Equalization of
the State of Missouri and County of
Barry, for the year 1917.
Farm lands and acre property in
towns B of E $3,172, ,605.00, assessed
S3.O19, ,916.OO, increase $152, $4,000.
Butterfeld by of E $11, ,9S5.00,
assessed $12,08500, decrease, 500.
Cassville by B of E $151, POS, assessed
$151 ,110, increase 500.
Corsicana by B of E S1,295, assess
ed s1,295.
Exeter by B of E s27,6S5, assessed
s27,555, increase $3.50.
Golden by B of E $3.50, assessed
$1,000.
jenkins by B of E s1,775, assessed
Sits.
Monett by B of E, s695,265, assess
ed $685., ,O4O, increase $24,225.
Mineral Springs B of E 1850, as
sessed $2,560.
Purdy by B of E S46,2o1, assessed
$44,992, increase 81 1,2O9.
Pioneer by B of E $1,000, assessed
$4,000, increase 800.
Ridgley by B of E $3,O55, assessed
S2,9O5, increase SIS.
Seligman by B of E S24,411, as
sessed $4,000, increase 1921.
Viola by B of E S1,645, assessed
$1,645.
Washbun by B of E 1890, as
sessed $1,000, increase 5000,
Wheaton by B of E $35,91O, assess
ed 1920, increase $500.
Total increase real estate S185,699.
Personal by B of E S1,515,117, as
sessed 81 1,331 900, increase $183,517.
Increase of horses by State 25,689.
Increase of mules by State S26,756.
Increase of cattle by State $S7,196.
Total raise Stock, $139,843.
Mortgages not assessed, $43,674.
Total increase of real estate, $780,
600.
Total increase on real estate and
personal property, S369,216.
Total valuation on real estate and
personal property by assessor, S5,229,-
924. Total valuation S5,599,14o.
This does not include railroad, teie-
graph, telephone and merchants as
sessments.
Respectfully,
LEROY JEFFRIES,
Clerk of the County Court.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
GOLD MEDAL CONTEST

The gold medal contest, Friday
night, proved to be unusually inter-
esting as all gave their selections SO
we'll it was hard to tell who would be
awarded the medals.
The High School contests are very
popular as is shown by the full house
each year. Many out-of-town people
were present Friday night as well as
Monet folks and showed their appre-
citation of the program by loud ap-
plause.
The judges were: r. K. Phelps,
principal of the High School at Ne
osho; Edward Nettles, principal of the
High School of Aurora, and Rev.
Willis, pastor of the Presbyterian
church at Aurora.
Rev. Willis made a short but very
pleasing presentation speech compli-
menting the contestants for the way
Miss Fern Mayhem won the girls
they rendered their pieces.
medal. Her selection was, GAS the
Moon Rose"
This is piece full of thrills and
Miss Fern put her whole life into It
and kept the audience keenly inter-
ested all the time. She is a good
elocutionist and certainly did herself
credit on this occasion.
Vincent Wilson, who gave "The
Martyrdom of Joan of Are" won the
boys prize.
Vincent is an unusually gifted
speaker, especially for. one of his age.
His voice is excellent and his COM
posure wins the audience at once. All
through his piece, he talked just like
he might be out somewhere with a
friend and was telling this friend a
story.
All of the contestants are to be con-
graduated for their work in this con-
test.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
A LARGE CROWD AT MOTHERS
DAY MEETING AT Y..M.C.A.

A large crowd attended the Mothers
Day meeting at the Railroad Y. M. c.
A. yesterday afternoon. The Y. NJ. c.
A. orchestra under the leadership OF
Mr.. Geo. Rice, rendered the following
selections: Echoes of Naples" !"
"Flower Song" and "Miscree" and a
Medley of Gospel Hymns. Mrs. W. J..
Mills and Mrs. Geo. J. C. Wilhelm
sang a selection entitled Mothers
Songs, accompanied by Mr.. Geo.
Rice, violin, and Miss Ruth Wilhelm,
piano.
Rev. w. A. Todd, pastor of the Bap-
tist Church, gave very earnest and
interesting address on the subject,
"My Mother and Her Sister,, which
was greatly appreciated by the large
audience.
In all the meeting was great sue
cess, and the service fine tribute to
Mother.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
Respectfully,
LEROY JEFFRIES,
Clerk of the County Court.
BACCALAUREATE SERVICE

The high school auditorium was
crowded, Sunday morning, by the peo-
pie of Monet and vicinity, who met
to attend the annual baccalaureate
services.
Superintendent NJ. ]. Hale presided
over the service and the different local
ministers assisted in the preliminary
and closing ceremonies.
Excellent music was FURNISHED by
members of the different choirs Of the
city, with Mrs. M. c. Shipley at the
piano. The singers were Mrs. Percy
Johnson. Mrs. w. F. Landrum, Mrs.
w. ]. Mills, Mrs. ]. F. King
Percy Johnson, Porter Smith, Howard
Gulick, and H. H. Westbay.
The Rev. Luther Moore, pastor Of
the Christian church, delivered the adj
dress, taking as his text Proverbs 25:z.
"It is the glory of God to conceal a
thing; but the honor of kings is to
search out matter"
His sermon was interesting and m
spring and made a deep impression
on his hearers. He spoke of the Won
derful works of God, the greatest OF
which is man. The greatest things
real man is concealed under the
are concealed from our view. The
physical being.
The greatest aim of life should be
to develop the mental and spiritual
being to the highest point. No effort
should be considered too great to at
tempt to reach the top. Our ener-
gies should be concentrated in doing
our life work we'll. Our forces should
not be scattered and made of little
effect.
He concluded by saying that above
all, faith was to be fostered in order
that the foundation be strong and
sure.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
W. E. DUMMIT ENDS
LIFE WITH POISON
He IS Found Dead Saturday Noon in
His Bedroom with the Poison By
His Side. No Inquest Necessary

w. Ernest Dummit was found dead
shortly after noon, Saturday, May IL,
at the home of his father, Hiram c.
Dummit, on Kings Prairie. 1t was
evident that he had taken his own
life by drinking carbolic acid and
Paris green.
The deceased had been mentally un-
balanced on account of sickness for
more than year. In the morning on
the day of his death he became angry
at his fathers dog and wanted to kill
it. Mr.. Dummit would not allow him
to do this deed and he sulkily went into
the house. Nothing more was heard
from him and a short time after noon
search was made for him and he
was found lying dead on his bed.
Beside the bed was a small fruit
jar in which he had mixed some car
bolic acid and Paris green and the
cause of death was plainly established
DR.. Russell and Earl Galloway, the
coroner were called from Monett but
an inquest was found to be unneces-
sary.
Ernest Dummit was 35 years old.
He had been living alone on place on
Kings Prairie but was at the home Of
his parents when he committed the
terrible deed. Evidence was found
that he bought the poison himself
few days before.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
PROOF POSITIVE

1T tell you," said Pat, "the ould
fri'nds are the best, after all, and,
what's more, I can prove it."
"How are you goin' to prove it?"
"Where will you find a new fri'nd
tha has sthud by We as long as the
ould ones have ?"-London Answers.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
A son was born to Mr.. and Mrs. Jim
Taylor, Sunday, May 6.

A son was born to Mr.. and Mrs. Jim
Taylor, Sunday, May 6.
The fire department was called out,
Sunday, about noon, to the home or
Harry Smith, on Frisco avenue. The
kitchen caught fire near the flue ana
quite hole in the roof was burned.
The damage is covered by insurance.
H. c. Traughbers grandsons, Paul
and Harry Traughber, Of Idaho Falls,
were both operated upon within a
week of each other, recently, for ap-
pendicitis. Harry is getting along
nicely, but Paul is not doing so well.
There was an epidemic of the disease
in their neighborhood said to have
been caused by drinking hard water.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18


Davis Walton of Diamond, visited
his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. John Wal
ton, Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Earl wainwright and
little son came Saturday from Spring
field for short visit with relatives.
A.. J. Ruscha and family motored to
Verona Sunday and visited his father.
Mrs. Mike Murphy, who has been
visiting relatives, returned to her home
in Kansas City, Monday. Mrs. Alec
Murphy and daughter Virginia, ac-
companied her home for an extended
visit.
Mr.. and Mrs. Will Durnil, Miss
Fairy Mccormick and P. C. Collins
were fishing on StahIs creek Sunday
They caught several nice fish and had a
fish fry in connection with other good
eats.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18

]. H. Otterman & Son
Dealers in
Art Goods and Wall Paper, Paints,
Varnishes, Bronzes, Oils, Brushes
Glass, Etc.
Picture Framing
and Mounting Our Specially
215 Fourth st. Telephone 80
The Monett times., 1917-05-18

WE HAVE IT
If it is anything in staple or fancy
groceries, feed, garden seeds and no
tions at right prices,
Call on Us-PHONE 283
Farmers Union Store
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
SICK ANIMALS

A BIG BOOK ON diseases of Horses,
Cattle, Sheep, Dogs and Poultry, mailed
free. Humphreys' Veterinary Medicines.
a56 William Street, New York.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
Our Buy At Home Section
Ridicu Parans Well Amusing Often Grat6e Little Mind
Unenerous Tempr-The Safest Plan Always Do The Task
That Lies Nearest Us.

When buying Hardwheat Flour get
the best there is
WICHITA'S BEST
Ask your GrOcer-Every sack Guar
anteed.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18

Monett Drug Company
Phone 3O4 4O6 Broadway
Have your doctor phone that pre-
scription to the Monet Drug Co. They
will fill and deliver it without extra
charges. 90.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
L. M. BURKHART

Is it Groceries, Feed, Flour, Hay or
Fresh Eggs you want, why not call on
us? We have full line and appre-
ciate your patronage.
Phone 48, for Prompt Response
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
Anderson & johnson

the TailOrs
You'll find them ready today tomor-
row, or any other day, to outfit you
correctly.
Phone 453-Third door north of P.0.
Cleaning and Pressing
The Monett times., 1917-05-18

The Quality Shop
Hattie L. Mcpherson, prop,
Fisk Hats Gold Medal Hats
Our Styles are right-Our prices
are the same.
Seeing is believing-Come and see.
in THE STATE BANK BUILDING
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
We always get there with the Goods,
Prices and Service
WALSH'S

If you want first class work get the
soles stitched on the Billigan at
Wright's Electric Shoe Shop
1O9 5th st.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18

We pay cash for poultry, eggs and
hides. Do nothing but buy. They are
already sold. Pay highest cash price
at all times.
REED & KING
The Monett times., 1917-05-18

Rich, clear, fragrant Coffee-the
real starter" for the days work.
Try our BIG DEAL COFFEE at 80
cents a pound and get 7-piece water
set free.
Medlin Grocery Company
The Monett times., 1917-05-18
FUNERAL SERVICE SUNDAY

Funeral services for William Ernest
Dunlmit were held at 2 o'clock, Sun
day afternoon, at the home Of his par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. Hiram c. Dummit.
Rev. L. A. Smith preached the ser
mon. Interment was made in Kings
Prairie cemetery.
The Monett times., 1917-05-18

There's only one pleasant way to re-
duce your grocery bill-trade here.
See Powers & Roark, Grocers
Flour and Feed
215 County Road Phone 217
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
Citation for Hearing ON Petition fol
y Probate Of VIII.
Estate of Georgt T, Watson, Deceas-

Citation for Hearing ON Petition Tor
!. Probate Of Will
Estate of Georgt 7, watson Deceas-
State of Minnesota, County Of stearns.
In Probate Court.
In the Matter Of the Estate OF George
T, Watson, Decedent.
The State OF Minnesota To all per.
sons interested in the allowance aho
probate of the will OF SAID deceoent.
The petition Of W. 8, Bartholo' new
and Alfred T. Watson, being duly nied
in this court, representing that George
r. Watson, then q resident OF the
County of Stearns. State OF Minnesote.
died OF the 18th day OF August. 1917,
leaving q last will and testament
which is presented to this court with
said petition, and praying that said IN,
sstrunient be allowed rs the last VIII
and test lament OF said decedent, ana
that letters Testamentary be issued
thereon to w. s. Bartholomew and AL
fred T. watson, NOW THEREFORE,:
you, and each Of you, are hereby cited
and required to show cause, II any you
have, before this court, at the PROBATE
Court Rooms in the Court House. In the
City Of st. Cloud. County OF Stearns:
State. of Minnesota. on the bth Day OF
October, 1917, at Nine o'clock A. M.
why the prayer OF said petition snouio
not be granted. $3.50,
witness The Honorable, ]. b. Himsl:
Judge of said court, and the seal OF
said court. this 29th day OF August
/ 1917.
Court seal) J. B. HI4sL.
: 1b-17
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
KEEL OPERATOR; ROB DEPOT.

r. HILL VI AAs~AA wy A~OA> A>~~~-O
Two masked men shot and killed
George Sheffield, Great Northern
night ticket agent and operator at
Moorhead at 1:15 Wednesday morn
ing. The men appeared at the ticket
window and called to Sheffield and
Lesser, another night man, to hold up
their hands. Lesser did so, but the
other reached in a drawer and pulled
out a revolver which he snapped at
the bandits. He, tried three times to
shoot, but the weapon was unloaded.
After the third time, one of the men
shot through the window, killing him
at once. They then ordered Lesser to
hand over the cash box, which he did.
This contained about $45. The men
went through the pockets of the few
passengers that were in the waiting
room and got a few dollars. They es-
capped and up to Thursday had not
been found. Sheffield had been in the
service 80 years.
Thursday NOon-Men suspected to
be the bandits were run down in Fer
gus Falls Wednesday night. They had
SIS in cash and 1. w. w. cards.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
world FACES SER:
USFOOD famine
Continued from First Page)

of 1 cup boiling water, q tablespoon
7 salt, 2 tablespoons molasses land a
teaspoon mustard. Add enough water
to cover peas and bake slowly from
to 8 hours.
Nut and Bread Crumb Loaf
cup chopped walnuts
2 cups bread crumbs
q cup tomato juice and pulp
2 tablespoons melted fat
l egg
y teaspoon onion juice
u teaspoon salt
a teaspoon pepper.
Make into loaf. Place in pan lined
with wax paper. Bake about an hour
Nut and Rice Loaf.
cup peanuts
egg
2 tablespoons butter
y cup rice uncooked.
1 teaspoon salt s:s,ss
1-8 teaspoon pepper
u teaspoon onion juice
Cook rice in boiling sailed water.
Drain and and add other ingredients.
Place in pan oiled or lined with wax
ed papepr and bake in hot oven Tor
about 80 minutes.
Nut and Cheese Loaf
1 cup grated cheese.
cup chopped walnuts
1 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped onions
Water
1 tablespoon butter
8 2 tablespoons lemon juice
~ teaspoons salt
1-8 teaspoon pepper
Mix ingredients using enough water
to hold mixture together. Place IN
oiled or waxed paper-lined pan and
bake in moderatae oven 45 minutes.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20

though the Herald does not vouch for
the authenticity of the report, it is
stated that these men, driving AN Ov-
erland, came to Sank Centre Satur-
day afternoon. After pricing the
'whiskey at one salyn, tAeYswentSBVr;
gain hunting and fi1aH q puifc ased
to the extent of 500. By the time
they reached 500 hill on the return
trip home, enough of the liquor had
disappeared so that it was not sur
prising that the machine could get
down that unusually steep hill I'M
guided. According to reports it turn
ed over several times and finally land
ed at the foot of the hill. The rest
has been told. 80 80. z
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
GERMAN EDITOR is INTERNED
st. Paul Man Taken South to Remain
During War-Has Been in Jail
Since August Ninth.

st. Paul, Sept. 18.-Fritz Bergmeier
editor of the Die Volks Zeitung, st.
Paul daily German paper, has been
taken by federal officers to Fort Smell
ing from where, it was announced, he
will be taken to Mcpherson, Ga. where
he will be interned for the period of
the war.
Bergmeier was arrested in st. Paul
on August 9, under orders from Pres
ident Wilson. He was arrested under
the proclamation of April 6 which
states that mo alien enemy shall
write, print or publish any attacks or
threats against the government of the
United States"
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
STRAW $1,000 PER TON

Can you afford to burn straw that
will be worth $1,000 per ton, when
good timothy hay is worth $4,000?
That is the question propounded to
farmers by the State Commission of
Production and Conservation. An
appeal is made to drop the waste
full practice of burning up straw;
urging farmers to have it baled and
shipped to other sections of this state
where there is no straw, if it is not
needed at home, where it will be
The means Of assisting farmers who
are facing a very serious shortage in
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
SOLDIERS MOVE
ON SATURDAY.
= (Continued from First Page)

TO be congratulated upon having been
selected to do service in Uncle Sans
preferential army. Their acceptance
sHas a guarantee that their moral
<standing was above reproach; that
Their Hential ands physical condition
twas as pearsperfect, as WAS possible
sfor men to attain, and that millions
aDf men all over the country would
give their all to, possess these qualifi-
cations. o, -
The meeting closed by the singing
of America, and it has rarely been
.1s,mg with more enthusiasm.
The informal dance later rounded
-out a very pleasant evening. Splendid
music was furnished by. Frank Miner,
of Browerville, violin; Mrs. Lynn
Nhitson, piano; Dewey Zettel, cornet;
sChas. Miller, trombone; and Olaf. Ar
nestad, drums. All but Mr.. Miner do
mated their services and the Herald
desires to express the thanks of the
lodge for the splendid spirit in which
they responded on this occasion.
The banquet and lodge. rooms were
.pprofusely decorated with "Old
Glory" bunting and autumn leaves.
The following is a list of most OF the
young. men entertained:
Herman P. Hager ~
James Mcdonald
Glen Smith
Henry Spooner
Swan Lundeen
Ben H. Allen $780,
Albert Welch
Earl Brown -
Bernard Minette
Archie Hogan
Earl Morris
Paul Miller
Chris Doege . .
Robert Swift
Albin Johnson
J: H. Rogers
Joseph Jennissen i
Alfred Kittleson
Andrew T. Thompson
Alfred Engen
Arthur j. Weisner
Harry Hooper .. .
L. o. Larson
Grove Wills
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
HELP THE BABIES!

In the devasted districts of France
and Belgium there is great need OF
clothing for the coming babies. We
ask you to leave contributions of mon
ey or clothing with DR.. Alexander al
the drug store. This will be shipped
with other donations from St. Pau
and from there through 8 The; Rec
Cross at New York to the districts
where it is most needed.-The M. E
Ladies' Aid Society.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
LIBRARIES FOR THE. SOLDIERS
Government is Asking for Contribu.
ton TO Furnish Reading Matter
:. for Men in Training Camps

The Library War Council appointed
by Hon. Newton r. Baker Secretary
of War, with Frank Vanderlip OF
New York City as chairman, has
plans under way for nationwide
campaign for a million dollars OF
more, which will be used for the erec-
ton of libraries and the provision in
theh thirty two environments, outposts,
naval, stations, on board Ship, in, the
hospitals, and. at all points at which
soldiers and sailors of the U. 81 army
will be stationed. - -Ss:-
There will be- 80 library buildings
costing $4,000 at each Cantonement
and Training Camp. They will be 40S
100 feet in size, with large light per-
fectly equipped reading rooms. Each
library will carry eight to ten thous-
and books, newspapers and magazines,
Building will probably be used for To-
cal library purposes; at close Of war
There will also be provided library
service for all groups of soldiers large
or small wherever they may be, by
means of $50 deposit stations and
travelling Libraries, and for the latter
purpose, the welfare agencies estab-
lished by the Y. M. C. A., the Knights
of Columbus and similar agencies will
be utilized.
The government will see that moth
ing is lacking in equipment and ma
terial to make them efficient fighting
men, and further, precaution will be
taken to remove all dangerous in
fluences common to the training
camps of the past. The government
recognizing the extreme danger that
might arise if the lives of these young
men were suddenly changed to point
where they were denied all former
pleasures, has asked for the coopera-
ton of several recognized agencies
churches, postoffices, recreation rooms
gymnasiums, moving picture theatres
will be features of every cantonemen'
and the Library War Council official
ly appointed by the Secretary OF Wal
has undertaken this important duty OF
providing adequate library facilities
for recruits, men in training, men IN
mobilization, garrisons, outposts, dur.
ing rest periods, while on the march
and while at the front. -.
It will be of interest to know thai
every person who gives to the Library
war fund will have his or her name
inscribed upon a book plate in the
front of one of the books which goes
to the environments. The inscription
decided upon by the American Library
Association follows: rs
"This book plate is placed in I
this book in acknowledgement OF i
the contribution of ....... IA
to the war service fund which
makes the cantonement Libraries
possible. =,
The man or woman who gives $5.Ol
will have his or her name placed IN
five books. The man or woman VIM
gives s1.OO will have his Or her name
placed in one book each contribution
of s1.OO emitting the donor to book
plate. The Library War Council
hopes that every person who has an
interest in the soldiers who are to see
active service will contribute Literally
to this fund; and all persons not ap.
preached by the committee are most
earnestly requested to send their con-
tributions direct to the secretary F.
w. Sprague, secretary of the Bryant
Library Board.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20

food, and the problem of sacrificing
their live stock on account of it.
Take the subject home to your
self and give it the benefit of your
earnest thought and consideration,
FIT the. sake of YOUR reuhfry 2 needs
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20

=
FOR SALE-A five passenger
Mitchell touring automobile in first
class condition. The car has been used
but very little; will be sold very reas-
enable. Inquire of Mrs. Chas. Brown,
RsiHoa dsE Ping House. 13-tf
FARMER WANTED want a high
grade farmer to take charge of my
Osakis farm; must understand stock
and be willing to take an active inter-
est in the management of the farm;
no other need apply; will make the
wages satisfactory. Apply in PERSON
.tcJ Az Eansfren, Merchants NationaI
Bank Rhaaiag, Sank Centre. 14-tf
So
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20
ACCIDENT AT GLENwOOD

John Nelson of Glenwood is at the
point Of death, CLANS Signalness is
suffering from a fractured arm and
shoulder blade and three other men,
by the names of Anderson, Dahl and
Kleven are severely bruised as the
result of an automobile accident on
the 500 hill Saturday night. Al
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20

F, IS FOR RENT-Six room house, north
side of-river; all newly painted and
papered; has water in kitchen; rent
reasonable to good tenant; none other
wanted. DIR. Rennicks. 16-1t
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1917-09-20

Marion Lyman arrived from Long
Prairie Friday where he attended the
institute and remained here until the
following noon before going on to his
school at Philbrook. Mr.. Lyman is
having his first experience in this
school and likes it. He is a product
of the Sank Centre Normal depart
ment. $3.50