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Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1917-03-01

Ladies and gentlemens suits made
III jerome, all work guaranteed.
NASSTROM the Puritan Tailor.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1917-03-01

Mr.. II. r. Stevens this week dis
posed of his ranch property which
is located 3 miles northwest OF town,
To parties who have recently arrived
here from Arkansas The ranch
consists of 40 acres, about 25 acres
OF which is in cultivation with
practically no other improvements
excepting a small shack The con-
sidcration was 10000 per acre, and
strictly cash transaction Mr.. Ste
VEINS having removed to town. will
follow his avocation as an artistic
painter. having no desire to leave
Jerome. but the sad misfortune
which recently befell him. made 1t
impractical for him to continue
farming
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1917-03-01

Word WAS received Thursday
morning that the dead body of Ro-
land Williams had been found in
his ranch house some ten miles north
OF Kimama. The officers and under
taker left Thursday morning for the
scene OF the discovery but their re-
port Of the cause OF death will not
be received in time for press this
week. Some two weeks ago Mr..
Williams family moved to Shoshone
and he was living alone on the ranch
a; the time of his death. He leaves
a large family in rather Strengthened
circumstances and his death will add
materially to their distressful con-
dition.
Lincoln County times. (Jerome, Idaho) 1911-1919, 1917-03-01

Ellory M. Dill brings suit against
the Board of County Commissioners
Paul s. Haddock representing plain
tin. II appears that last April pro-
bate judge Ginger appointed Mrs.
Dill probation officer at a salary of
forty dollars per month; that on the
18th day OF the following November
the Judge filed with the board an
order increasing the salary of the
probation officer TO eighty dollars
per month. the increase in salary to
take effect the first of July. proceed
ing. The board of commissioners
allowed forty dollars per month
from July l to Nov. l. and were
willing to allow the increase from
that date on. This suit is to recover
the additional salary for the -four
months involved.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15
BOY OF CHESTERFIELD TYPE
Newsy Divides His Papers With Pals,
Also Remembers Arresting Off
Ger on Reaching Station.

A policeman with kindly eyes. but
a Spartan sense of duty, was towing
a small boy to the nearest station. says
the Washington Star.
4 flock of other boys tagged be-
hind.
The criminal grinned with nervous
bragadocio. Each boy was human
geyser of sympathy and the whole
show, from a strictly scenic viewpoint.
supplied a comic supplement tempest
of the sort we know about-wfth the
teapot left out.
AS he reached his last edge of free
dom the prisoner passed over batch
of newspapers to the nearest boy with
orders to divide them all around-ex-
cept one. He handed that one to the
policeman.
The officer accepted the courtesy.
Then he ordered the boys to return the
papers. Then he gave the criminal a
good-humored shake and told him to
be off.
"And don't let me catch you scrap
ping again, you little scamp you'll"
And the little scamp took to his.
heels.
Which is merely to note that there
is growing up in this town certain
small boy who had already put Ches-
terfield among the also rams
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15
RELIABLE REMEDY
RESTORES KIDNEYS

For many years druggists have watched
with much interest the remarkable record
maintained by DIR. Kilmer's Swamp-Root.
the great kidney, liver and bladder rem
edy.
1t is physicians prescription
Swamp-Root is a strengthening medi-
cine Dr. Kilmer used it for years in his
private practice. 1t helps the kidneys,
liver and bladder do the work nature in
tended they should do
Swamp-Root has stood the test of years.
It is sold by all druggists on its merit and
it will help you. No other remedy can
successfully take its place.
Be sure to get Swamp-Root and start
treatment at once.
However, if you wish first to test this
great preparation send ten cents to DIR.
Kilmer & Co., Binghamton, N. Y, for q
sample bottle. When writing be sure and
mention this paper.-Adv.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15

struggle, as he stared into our faces
1t was difficult for him to find words !;
to even control his mind
This-this is a misfortune" he said
finally. 81 do not know how it will end.
have sought to avoid the man. Miss
Vera, do you know the truth of that
affair? not the newspaper story, but
the facts?"
She shook. her head
81 only heard that the trouble oc-
Cured over Myra Bradley. Mccain
found you together. and shot you in a
fit of jealous rage
$50 far the story was true; but
was not at the restaurant with Miss
Bradley. had never, but once before,
even spoken to her. She called me
to her table that evening, where she
was dining alone, to question me re-
garding some mutual friends in Phfla-
delphia. Our brief conversation was
most commonplace Mccain shot me
without warning; did not even know
he was near until the woman
screamed"
But" 1 said, as he paused, "was
there no trial? That was not the news
paper story"
81 know it," bitterly, land 1 have
only my word to give you. 1 could not
defend myself, and no one else made
any effort to do so. Mccain had
money and influence; was lying I'M
conscious in hospital. The girl was
shipped off to Europe; waiter swore
that drew a-revolver, which he after
wards picked up on the floor; the po-
lice exonerated Mccain on the ground
of self-defense, and the case never
came to trial.
I held out my hand.
Having had some experience lately
| with McCann,'' I said heartily, 81 am
perfectly ready TO accept your version
His being on board is awkward and
unpleasant, but we must put up with
it as best we can. is this your thought
Mr.. Bascom?"
He did not answer at once; moi
until she looked up questioningly.
| "There is nothing else possible" he
| said at last, but as though the admis
sion hurt. my nature is not revenge
full, although certainly have no feel
| ing of kindness toward this man. How
ever, this is my ship, and he is my
guest; as long as he remains on board
| / shall treat him as would any other
| under like circumstances"
Il knew you would say tnat, the CIR
exclaimed. Snow everything is al
| right, Mr.. Hollis?''
| 'As nearly so as we can make it,"
answered, assuming an ease I was faI
| from feeling. ''Your decision is that
we continue the voyage-to Germany p
ITO wherever Mr.. Basco1n desires to
60"
every well. And you appoint me
captain, delegating to me full author
typ
| 81 do, with pleasure"
| held out my hand, surprised to note
the strong grip of the slender, white
| fingers responding to my clasp.
| 1.-THE matter is settled then, let the
result prove what it may. 1t is already
growing dusk; will go on deck and
assume command
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15
CHAPTER x.
We Accept Adventure.

We Accept Adventure.
AS I emerged from behind the butt
of the mizzenmast, the only person WIS.,
tble was q 1ong-legged cabin boy in
dustriously rubbing away at a grease
spot on the deck. He was not aware
of my presence until I spoke, when
he gazed up at me across his shoulder,
with seeming little intelligence in his
dull eyes.
"Do you know which of these state
rooms the lady was given?"
"Oh. yes. sir; over there; just took
her in a needle an some thread"
"All right-what is your manner"
"Joe-Joe Moon, sir"
crossed over and raped at the
stateroom door, which had a figure So
stenciled on the upper panel.
''Who is there?" she asked.
'sThis is Hollis; could you spare me
a few moments?'
Certainly; will come out directly
she laughed, ST have been doing some
emergency mending."
1 picked out a chair and sat down.
A moment later the door of No.
opened, and the girl greeted me pleas
antly, crossing the cabin swiftly, and
extending her hand, as arose to my
feet.
81 feel actually born anew, Mr.. Hol-
lis" she exclaimed. 81 am almost
afraid 1 was losing my nerve in that
little boat. Where is this steamer
bound?'
''That is what I called upon you 10
discuss. Sit down here, and will give
you the whole story. The captain and
both mates are dead; the fellow on
deck in charge when we came on board
was the chief engineer. The owner OF
boat and cargo, however, is here;
have just been talking with him In
the cabin yonder- He is in poor health
and crippled in one limb
"What is his manner"
"Foolishly i forgot to ask, and Mas
ters-that is the name of the engi-
neer-neglected to mention it when he
introduced us. However, that makes
no difference in the facts. I'll tell you
the story, as briefly as I cam
She listened intently, leaning for
ward in her chair, her ringleSS hands
clasped, her eyes on my face. The
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15
"From Now On You Will Mess Aft :"

ton, and you fellows shipped with her
for the voyage"
THAT'S d lie" sang out an
other voice shrilly. 1.-The most of us
wus signed on by crimps."
I Strengthened up, determined to end
the matter then and there.
1--WE have had enough of this, lads"
I said sternly, staring straight down
into their faces. 81 don't know who
among you are doing all of this talk
ing, but I'll answer you this am cap
tain of the Indian Chief, and if any of
you want to try out whether 1 can
handle my crew or not, go to it. Bosun,
come here"
The man named separated himself
from the others, and slowly climbed
the ladder. He was big, muscular
fellow, with red hair, clipped close to
his head, and intelligent blue eyes.
"Your name is Leayord?"
AYE, aye, SIR"
"This is your first voyage on the
Indian Chief?"
mo, sir; my third"
every good, Mr.. Leayord; from now
on you will mess aft, and rank as first
mate, serving watch and watch with
me. Is there a man forward capable
of filling the second mates berth?''
He ran his eyes over the group be-
low rather doubtfully.
"Olson might, SIR he answered
finally. HE is sober, and a good sea-
man."
''Step forward, Olson"
The mass of men parted slightly, and
a man was pushed to the front. He
possessed a strongly marked Swedish
face, smooth shayen and almost boyish.
"How old are you, Olson"
'Twenty-eight, SIR
"You know the Sea?'
"Twelve years in the fo'castle, sir"
"All right; I'm going to give you a
chance to make good as second officer,
Mr.. Olson. Now, lads, that's all for
the present I take it you are sailor
men, and know what that sky means.
The chances are ten to one we'1l have
a storm before midnight, and We'll
meet it better with clear decks. Get
forward, all hands, and clear away
that riff1e-lively now"
They were a bit slow about it, grum-
bling among themselves Olson spoke
once or twice. although could not
hear exactly what was said. and the
power of sea discipline finally COLI
quered. Within ten minutes they were
working cheerfully enough, and Lea
yord had ceased his gruff ordering, and
stood silent beside the lee rail. 1t
pleased me to observe that Olson took
| hold along with the others, and did his
| full share of the work. / leaned far
Their over to gain view of the cabin en-
trance, but Bascom had disappeared.
The girl, however, held her place, and
| glanced up, her eyes meeting mine
could 1 come up there, Mr.. Hol-
4 LISP she questioned
| Certainly; as passenger this deck
| is free for your use. Take the star
board ladder
| 1 gave her my hand, and helped her
to grasp the rail. She glanced ABOUT
into the mist
How gray and somber it IS" she
said soberly. 1.-THE fog is almost like
a hand clutching at you"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15
CHAPTER XII.
4 Select My Officers.

The die was cast. However the
strange adventure might eventually
end, whatever peril lurked ahead of US,
it was now too late for regret. The
full responsibility I had assumed al
most overwhelmed me as / first
emerged upon deck, but there came to
me also a spirit OF recklessness, which
brought ii laugh to my lips and a shrug
to my shoulders. Why should 1 care?
1t was her choice, not mine. A moment
I fingered at the port rail, staring out
into the smother o. The coming dusk,
wondering how it would all end, before
climbed the ladder to the poop deck
The negro was at the wheel, while
Masters stood aft gazing astern. He
was not aware of my presence until I
spoke sharply.
"Ar. Masters"
AYE, aye, sir"
II have agreed to take command of
the vessel for the remainder of the voy-
age" said quietly, land would have
a word with the crew."
1.-THE remainder of the voyage, sir? ?"
"Yes; the vessel has suffered no Sc
rious damage, and there are surely
seamen on board to serve as watch off
GERS"
1.-THE bosun is a good man, sir"
what is his manner"
"Leayord.''
every well have the men piped aft. I"
"All hands, sir?"
Certainly, Mr.. Masters. They have
had rest enough, / imagine, the past
few days. Now they are in for spell
of work.
I was not altogether pleased with
the engineer manner, a vague suspl-
cion coming into my mind that he also
| rather preferred a return to Baltimore,
| and that the crew might desire the
same decision. As 1 went forward 90
| the rail 1 noticed that both Vera and
Bascom had come up as far as the
| head of the companion, and now stood
| there in the shadow, where they could
both see and hear. Mccain, however
did not appear, and was probably
asleep below, or still doctoring his dis
colored optic I had just moment to
observe these things before the men
began to appear aft the mainmast, and
form in straggly line across the deck
They were indeed rough-looking lot
even for a freighter's crew, plainly
| showing the effects of prolonged de
bauches ashore, with several among
them still manifestly under the infiu
| ence of liquor. The re-estabiishmeni
of sea discipline on board was evi
IDENTIFY to be my first task, and my
teeth clenched tightly as my eyes swept
their faces
.Come farther aft. men," ordered
sternfy. ABosun. bring them closer in
where they can hear what say-ay
that's more like il"
| l stared down into the upturnet
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15

simple story seemed to thrill her.
breathing as it did the mystery and
romance of the sea-
And that, Miss Vera" said at last,
rs the present situation. 1t is for you
u. furnish the final solution"
For mel You tell fne all this merely
TO leave the occasion with me?''
yes; shall do nothing against your
expressed wish"
sWhy-but what would you do, If
you were here al0ne?"
s1rhat would be entirely different
hRve no family. no near relatives liy-
ing, not even any special friends to
mourn greatly over my demise.
might willingly risk my life in such
en- adventure. and think little of it
know the sea and its perfls- and sucf
:. game as this is likely 10 have it,
attractions
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15

faces, noting. It seemed 90 me. cnarnr-
teristics Of every race on earth, and
realizing that here before me was
grouped the scum of the seven seas
men," began, gripping the rail and
speaking swiftly, my name is Hollis,
and / held command in the old Atlas
line. The owner of this vessel and
cargO-Mr. Philip Bascom-has just
done me the honor of appointing me as
captain for the remainder of the voy-
age.'
The fellows remained silent, except
for the restless shutting of their feet
on the deck.
~And what is the vige to be, mister?''
suddenly asked a hoarse voice back In
the group.
@The same one you signed on for. of
course
'aTer Hamburger"
That's where we lay her head
But ter perdition wild it; we've a
wrecked ship, an they tell us there's
a war on"
"Who tells you that?'
''The guy that come aboard along
with yer; he told the cook
"Well, war or no war, this ship
cleared before there was any declara-
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15
HOLLIS CONSENTS TO TAKE CHARGE OF SHIP AND CON-
TINUE voYAGE-BAscoM AND McANN ARE DEADLY
ENEMIES DISSATISFACTION DEVELOPS.

Synopsis-Robert Hollis a
to
his
is engine a n and
sighted ship
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15

Speaking of marble hearts, it's more
satisfactory to give than to receive.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15

Mccain complexities the al
ready serious situation by stir
ring up mutiny. Things begin to
look bad for Hollis and Vera
as told in next instalIment.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1917-11-15
IMPROVED FARM AND RANCH

1120 acres, has two running streams, living
soft Water Springs, 400 acres tillable land, bal
ance nicely grassed over, natural protection for
Stock, $50 acres in cultivation, S-room house,
other out buildings, and fenced. This watered
land adjoins and controls large body of open
range; can be used leased cheap. $ls SO per
acre. J. B. CRAMER. DIGHTON. KANSAS
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1917-04-13
Private Rights of For
eigners be Respected

TIE Department of State on
February 9Th issued the following
statement:
1T having been reported to
him that there is anxiety in some
quarters on the part of persons
residing in this country who are
the subjects of foreign states lest
their bank deposits or other prop
erty should be seized in the event
of war between the United States
and a foreign nation, the Presi-
dent authorizes the statement
that all such fears are entirely
unfounded. The government of
the United States will in no cir
cumstances take advantage of a
state of war to take possession of
property in which international
understandings and the recog-
nized law of the land give it no
just claim or title. 1t will scrup-
ulously respect all private rights
alike of its own citizens and of
the subjects of foreign states. "
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1917-04-13
morning. Physicians claim his
death was due to the shock re-
ceived.
Idaho Take U. S. Loan

Boise, April 9.-The state of
Idaho will subsribe 100000 of
the proposed war loan of $5, ,000,-
900, 900. This decision was reach
ed today at a meeting of the land
board when a motion introduced
by Governor Alexander was
unanimously carried. The money
from this state will be made as
an investment of the various
school and endowment funds at
par and regardless Of the interest
the loan will bear. In addition
the state land board pledged the
entire resources of the state to
the national government for the
carrying on of the war. The
state of Idaho has $7O0, 900 to in
vest. 1t is made up of the en-
dowment school and other moneys
and is ready to be placed at a
reasonable rate of interest. The
land board believes that it is the
duty of the state to advance such
funds as it feels the state can
spare to aid the national govern
ment in successfully carrying on
the war that is now in progress
in Europe SO as to bring about
the defeat of Germany. In TAX
ing the action today the land
board acted unitedly and the
members displayed a patriotic
spirit as we'll as believing they
showed good business judgment
in offering to take part in the
war loan.
kilograms were sent Senator
W. E. Borah to notify the secre-
tary of the treasury and congress
of the action taken.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1917-04-13
Sold Fine Cattle

Golf Eckert marketed a fine
bunch of fat cattle Monday
through the Farmers Union Ware
house company of this place, the
animals being shipped to Stanton
& Co. at Spokane on Tuesday.
The shipment consisted of twelve
steers less than two years of age
that averaged lilo pounds each,
a bull that tipped the beam at
1900 pounds and one fat COW.
The steers were a choice lot and
brought 93 cents pound on the
local market, while the bull sold
for 7 cents and brought Mr.. Eek
ert check for $133. While the
cattle have been fed on high
priced feed all winter the fancy
prices received for them spell a
nice profit for the owner just the
same and he is not averse to
feeding a bunch every year at
the same rate.
Victor Lustig also sold the a.
bove firm nine head of nice steers
the same day for which he re.
ceived 83 and 9 cents a pound.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1917-04-13
Cottonwood Entertained
Boys of "E" Company

Cottonwood entertained the
members of "E" company, Idaho
national guard, at a big ball in
the I. Q. o. F. hall Monday eve
ming, and gave them one of the
most enjoyable times since the
boys enlisted.
After the passenger train had
made the run through to Grange
vile it was loaded up with the
members of the company and
their friends, to the number of
fully $50, and returned to this
place, where all were given the
best in the entertainment line
the town could afford.
Excellent music had been Sc
cured for the occasion and dane
ing held sway until after midnight
a nice luncheon being served just
before the clock struck IL.
The hall was crowded to its
fullest capacity and could hardly
hold the visitors and those from
this locality who turned out to
make the occasion as pleasant as
possible for Idaho county's SOL
dier boys, and all present were
loud in praise of the spirit
prompting the occasion and for
jolly time had. The train left on
the return trip promptly at l
O'Clock.
The dance and luncheon were
provided by number of the
business men and ladies of our
city and the visitors were free to
enjoy everything to the fullest
extent.
We surmise they will not for.
get the occasion for a long time
to come, and the recollection o1
it may help keep up their spirits
in support of the flag.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1917-04-13
TO MOBILIZE
IDAHO RESOURCES
State Board of Examiners Rec
ommends Mobilizing Men,
Food and Finances for War
Purposes.

Boise, April The state board
of examiners today took action
to mobilize Idaho's resources of
men, food and finances for war
purposes. Among it's instructions
and recommendations were these:
Instructing the adjutant gener-
al of the militia to aid army Off
GERS in raising Idaho's quota of
men, when called for.
Urging that food and fuel sup
plies be stored, to avoid later
congestion of railroad service.
Asking reports on all horses
available for service.
Proposing that banks carry
debts due from men who enlist.
Proposing that the state carry
debts of men who are buying
state land, if they enlist, and pay
for the land for their families if
they do not return from war.
Asking subscriptions to def
cheney state warrants if they are
needed.
Proposing road improvement
Urging conservation of fruit
products and waste fuel, such as
saWdust.
Instruction of school children
against food waste.
The governor by proclamation
asked all county auditors to cal
meetings next Saturday to devise
means for the planting of every
available acre to food crops.
The auditors will meet with rep
resentatives of business, farm
and schools for the purpose of de
Gliding on plan. The proclama
tion is in the nature of \ pre-
paredness step.
Company F of Lewiston ha
left the capital and mobilization
camp for somewhere" for guart
duty.
Company D of Twin Falls wa
ordered to camp and arrived to
night.
Camas Prairie chronicle. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1901-1917, 1917-04-13
SOLD IDAHO
ROAD BONDS
Portland Firm Takes Them at
A IL Per Cent---Governor
Asks to Delay Work Until
Crops are Planted.

Boise, April 11.-State Treas
urer Eagleson today sold half of
the Idaho good roads bond issue
of 81, 100000 authorized by the
last legislature, to Clark, Ken
dali & Co. of Portland, the firm
submitting the lowest of nine
bids. Ralph H. Scheelock ap-
peared as their representative.
The issue of $50O,000 sold for
43 per cent interest to run 20
years, with an option of retire
ment in ten years. A straight
premium of So, 1856 offered by the
Portland firm was accepted. 1t
was an unconditional bid and
$4,000 of the issue was paid
down.
Governor Alexander has ad-
dressed a letter to the highway
commission suggesting that as
the country is in a war crisis and
crops are needed, road work be
delayed and the men and horses
that would be used on highway
construction be allowed to plow
lands and seed crops.
The commission plans an ex-
tensive highway construction
campaign. It let a contract to-
day for the Malad river bridge
to the Midland bridge company
of Salt Lake for $31, 1850.