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The Lamar register., 1917-02-28
Polnts of View.

''What a wretched day." said Youth,
looking into the dripping gray. why,
1t is wonderful" said Old Age, think
ing OF the millions of dream treasures
the years had stored in the Clouds
Columbus Dispatch.
The Lamar register., 1917-02-28

Kind SIR" said the weary way
farer, 81 have lost nearly everything
money, friends, self-respect. There
is but one thing that has never de-
serted me-"
Poor mani" said the sympathetic
listener. Here's a penny. And that
one thing isf"
MY thirst replied the weary way
carer as he moved quickly away.
The Lamar register., 1917-02-28
Needy.

isn't II terrible about these poor
struggling artists7" remarked Mrs.
Wuyback as she wandered through
the picture gallery. at looks as If
half Of them didn't even have money
enough to buy clothSs for their mod
els"
The Lamar register., 1917-02-28

Lady-"rm worried about my com
plexion, doctor. Look at my face ~
Doctor-"You1l have to diet" Lady
II never thought of that. What color
would suit me best, do you thinkT-
Pickings.
The Lamar register., 1917-02-28
Reach for Double Profit.

1t is the custom of many large manu-
facturers and employers of labor In
Russia to establish shops at which
they expect their workmen, under pain
Of dismissal. to purchase everything
they require.
The Lamar register., 1917-02-28

The bride who tried to kill herself
when her husband stayed away from
home few hours would make a
dandy wife for a rich invalid.-Grand
Rapids News.
The Lamar register., 1917-02-28

aiureu IL d accent SUIT nut well nHed
up with liquor, sailed into his office.
"Well, l served on the jury like a
little man ~ he Wanted. Game after
the balance of the two hundred"
Walton paid the money silently. He
regretted now, the way affairs had
turned out, that he had juggled with
the law, placed load on his conscience
and tempered with a schemer of the
caliber of Moreland.
at was easyl" chuckled Moreland
as he slowed away the roll OF bills. "A
big satisfaction, too. Say, / want to
thank you for putting me in the way
of paying or an old score"
"What do you meanT' demanded
Walton.
why, luck would have 1t that one,
Ned Severn. an old acquaintance of
mine, was on trial for embezzlement.
Say. the evidence hadn't been half
given before every mothers soul Of US
on the jury knew it was a frameup Of
IA jealous fellow clerk. 1 put him
through, though. You know I'm
clever talker Well. eleven Of the jury
were for acquittins him. l tired them
out holding for conviction and l car
ried the day"
"And the man was innocent !" cried
Walton.
"Sure thing, but you see he is the
fellow who cut me out with the only
girl cared for and married her. |
got him five years" and the ignoble
wretch glOated over his malicious vic
tory.
Arthur Walton arose in n cold per-
spirntion. He was white to the lips.
In horror he realized how capable he
hau been in trusting 10 mercenary,
heartless human wreck the sacred
functions of the law.
You miserable wretch 2" he uttered
hoarsely. sit down at that desk and
write out every circumstance Of what
you have told me, or | will go to the
bar Of Justice. confess my share in this
hidenus crime and make you share the
penalty. Writer
Thoroughly cowed. Moreland did as
ordered. Then Walton thrust him
TWO to arrange his business affairs.
Then he proceeded To the court where
the trial of Ned Severn had taken
plncc He entered the office of the
Judge.
81 have come to right wrong"
spoke Walton. 81 ask no leniency for
what ! have done, hut, at any cost,
Justice must be surrendered" and he
presented the confession Of Moreland
..r. told la. do ArVh tNr
Walton was sentenced To one year in
the house of correction and Ned Sew
rrn within the week had retriul and
was set at liberty.
The young man and his sister came
to see Walton in the wnrden's office
few days later. Even amid this his
humiliation, the gentle coincidence of
Edith Severn was a balm to a broken
spirit, but one experiencing certain
JOY in the vast sacrifice he had made.
And out of it came n proposition
from Walton to have Severn manage
his business during his sentence. He
could consult daily with Walton, for
the house Of correction was located
not two miles from the office.
Then at the end OF six months Edith
Severn brought to Walton a great sur
prise. She bore him his pardon. and
In her face and words he could read
more Of sentiment of admiration for
his noble atonement, than condemna-
lion for the innocent part he had
played in the unjust conviction Of her
brother.
A second surprise greeted Walton
The Lamar register., 1917-02-28

my tailor has promised to have my
suit done tomorrow" DO you think
he'll give 1t to you on time?" "oh, no :;
I'll have to pay ash."-BostOn Tran
script.
The Lamar register., 1917-02-28
Subject No, in the Curriculum,

Lewis. the siS-ycar-old son Of Joe
Stutsenburg. farmer living near st.
Paul, has gone TO school just exactly
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16

ditions but look elsewhere for relief.
Plant Juice Is the logical answer as is
attrsted by the signed testimonials OF
well-xnown local people who have been
restored TO health.
tie woodward. who resides at No. l5S6
friends and acquaintances in this city
She stated:
Some time ago I suffered from a nerv-
Gus breakdown and my appetite became
very poor. All The food 1 ate fermented
in my stomach. and gas formed, which
pressed againstsmy heart and caused Sc
we're palpitation My liver was affected
and was very dizzy at times, could not
sleep at night and got very weak 1 had
TO take some kind of a laxative all the
time which did me no real good. 1 had
read and heard so much of your Plant
Juice that I finally decided to give 1t
trial Now after taking It for only a
short time am glad to say that my APP
petite has returned to me, and / am able
to eat anything 1 want without the slight
est distress; I sleep fine at night and look
so well that my friends are all comment
ing on my changed appearance, as they
knew what a sick women I was. Plant
Juice has made new woman OF me ana
! am glad to give this public indorse-
ment for Il.
The Plant Juice Man Is at the People's
Drug store. corner OF Seventh and r
streets. Washington. where he is daily
meeting The local public, and introducing
md explaining the merits of this remedy
ADV
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
CRETONNE ARTICLES
Practical and Decorative


hcularly nice variety of colorings and
patterns.
Desk Sets, 4 pieces. $3.50
Waste Baskets. $3.50
Circular Pillows. floss filled. -. .s1.O0
Comb and Brush Trays. .S1.00
Vel Boxes Sl.UU
Glove and Handkerchief Boxes. =. 75c
Trinket Boxes s............S $3.50
Hairpin Boxes. fitted. ......... 75c
Pin Trays. ............... Soc
Puff Boxes, fitted $3.50
Bonbon Dishes. .s1.25
Picture Frames. .$1.00
Table Covers. 30x30 inches. .Sl.O0
Dresser Scarfs .S1.0O
fllloW lovers. ........... Sl.UU
Art ImOroidery Dept s.oond sOOr Tenth St
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Wizard Triangle Mops
Should Be Bought Now
At the Old Price of $l.25

An advance to $50 will be made
some time in the next month or two
and consequently we advise our pa
irons to supply their wants at this
time. Both Polish and Dust Mops
are here in full assortment.
Fifth noor-F st.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16

May be raised and lower
ed by a little child-the
patented cord slides work
smoothly, never sticking.
binding or catching as pull
leys frequently do.
Shown in plain coIors and
artistic combinations. You
can get any color scheme or
any size not in stock made
to your special order.
Sizes range from 4 A..
wide with 7.S-ft. drop, at
$3.50 to IL #. wide with
7.s-ft. drop, at $500.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
SLIP COVERS,
Special Price, $ll.50
for FIVE pieces.

Made of durable. attractive
cotton-striped materials in imita-
ton of Belgian linens; Is yards
of material allowed for the max
ing. Slip Covers will be prop
erIy made, sized exactly. and
the material being close-woven
offers a superior protection to
furniture.
Fourth noor-G o.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Dainty Summer
Window Hangings

Scotch Madras Curtains in an
excellent and full array of new de-
signs; the curtains that always meet
with wide approval. S1.7S to $3.50
pair.
Marquisette and Wolfe Curtains,
plain and trimmed styles: a large
assortment of new patterns. $l.7S
to $1,000 pair.
Fourth hOor-G st.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Introducing to Our Patrons
The Closgard
Folding
Wardrobe

II excludes al kinds Of moths and
pests without the use Of Tar Paper,
Csmphor Balls or other chemicals.
Tested and approved by the Good
Housekeeping Institute.
Hang the Closgard Folding Ward
robe to any wall. from any ceiling. in
any closet. and you have a dust-proof,
moth proof. garment protecting ward
robe instantly. 1t is made of khaki and
cretonne; strong. durable. servioeabIe,
closely woven materials. A Cossard
Wardrobe will last lifetime with proper
care and when not in use may be placed
away in very small space.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Old and Antique Jewely
Made Into Modern Designs

Our Jewelry Repair section makes a
specially OF this work and VIII trans
tistic new designs Let us offer sur
gestions ard submit designs Weteh
and Jewelry Repairing Of All kinds
Main hoor-o@t9.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Wooowaro 8 Iotbrop
New York-WASHNGToN-
Artistic Stenciled Crash
Summer Decoratives

ArttStlC 1tCihSllco SEdSn
Summer Decoratives
Natural colored Linen Crash. with
variety of floral and conventional
,tenciIed designs. The colorinss are
done in oil, which makes them ex-
ceedinsly durable; border and all
over effects.
Pillow Covers. ..... Soc and 60c
Table Runners. .S5c and S1.00
Table Covers. .Ssc, $l.2S and SITS
Couch Covers. .........$3.75 each
Curtains. .$3.25 and S3.7s each
Chair Backs. Soc each
These are ideal for summer
porches and all-summer use.
Fourth noor-G st.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Window Screen Frames
For You to Make
Your Own Screens.

Good. strong. substantial wood
frames. ready to be put together.
You can saw them down to the
right size. Natural-hnish wood to
be painted to match window frame;
complete with all fixtures.
Csc, Soc, 3Sc, 40c and SOC each.
Wire for filling these frames, Sc
and 4e square foot.
Fourth noor-G q.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16

Cosssrd Wardrobes big rOOmy. boxke in shape, al
lowing the garment to hang ordinary clothes hanger from
the WIRE frame at top. with which each wardrobe is fitted
This keeps the garments freh wrnkroOf and always ready
for You do not have and sponge and press them
before using them after removing from the Cosgard.
Absolutely dust and mothprOOf by simple but effective
method; sealed by dOubesotted tube; convenient to take
out and put in garments.
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Change in HER
Was WONDERFUL
Washington Lady Relates How
the New Remedy, Plant
Juice, Has Benefited
Her.

The world Is full Of people who are
suffering with stomach, liver and kidney
trouble, and their attending symptoms.
It is a ceaseless battle Of existence. We
cannot nope 10 change these modern con-
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Vudor Porch Shades
Are Better Than Euer This Year

with the
of fresh effective in the keeping the sunlight he
glare only porch shade this meoo
hne andwe believe should before purchasing
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16

Vudor Porch Shades but very little than those that
have for years failed give satisfaction yet Vudors asfac
tory. They efficient and easily used
No matter how windy and stormy may be- Vudors flap
and blow about the wind held securely place by the patented
no-vhip device
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
SILK FLUFF
RAG RUGS
Are the Aristocrats ofRag Rugs

Beautiful cOlOrings and very lustrous. soft
sheen combine to make these rugs the choice Of
those who are seeking a particularly elegant rug
of the rag weave. Dark light and medium tones,
are artistically blended together many of them
with some particular color predOmnstins to give
the desired background or to carry out the color
scheme In mind
In smOothness of weave, beauty of cOlOrng and
finish. and the excellent floor covering they make.
we believe they are superior to most summer rugs
The Washington herald., 1917-05-16
Screen Doors
Ready to Hang.

Well constructed and exceIIently
designed Screen Doors, II-S-inch
frames. varnish finish; s sizes.
$l.75, SITS and $500 each.
Fourth hooE-G a
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
AROUND CLOCK
WITH EVERYONE:
SURPRISES DUE?

Thousands of people are today
dragging half heartedly thru life. in
large part depending on their will
power and sheer nerve to carry them
along without becoming bed-fast. But
will power cam drive the human
machine just so far-then, the limit
A trip around the clock-twenty.
four hours-with innumerable present
day men and women would reveal
surprising facts.
Countless men and women, after
a night of sleepess hours of rolling
and tossing, get up in the morning
feeling tired and worn out. Then
breakfast - dull headaches accom-
panied with a bad taste in the mouth
make the morning meal undesirable
to hundreds Much the same may be
said Of lunch and the evening meal.
The stomach as well as the rest of
the body must have proper rest and
seepless nights cannot afford this.
Consequently people go to their
work lacking proper rest and nou.
rishment, and yet wonder why their
duties are such a burden.
Thus, sleepless night, little de.
sire to eat, together with a continual
tired, draggy feeling, and we have a
fair vision of the life of thousands
of present day people.
Tanlac, the new tonic, appetizer
and inyigoratant is designed to re
lieve this run down, half sickened
condition so many suffer from. 1t
aids digestion, and promotes assimi-
lation so that food taken into the
system becomes a benefit. When the
stomach and other digestive organs
are in good condition the foundation
of health has been laid.
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
UNABLE T0FULLY
DESCRIBE EXTENT
Of IMPROVEMENT.
81 SIMPLY CAN'T TELL YOU HOW
MUCH GOOD TANLAC HAS DONE
Me- MRS. LAURA KENNEDY
ASSERTS.

i simply can't tell you how much
good Tanlac has done me-" was the
enthusiastic statement made on May
) by Mrs. Laura Kennedy, well known
Ottawa woman of SIS Walnut street.
For long time indigestion and
nervousness had caused me no end
Of trouble Mrs, Kennedy continued
My stomach was in sick, soured
condition most all the time. | never
cared for much to eat and the little
ate caused gas formations and in.
duced severe pains at times. | never
felt like working and would go home
at night completely worn out. I
thought my nerves would drive me
crazy.
But for all this, four bottles of
Tanlac have made an entirely new
person Of me. can eat anything |
care for now and never suffer any of
the former bad after effects. I'm
gaining in weight and strength, too.
I'm not q bit nervous anymore and
sleep like child at night. | go to my
work feeling fine and come home the
same way.
"Tanlac is beyond doubt the best
medicine I've ever taken and gladly
recommend it"
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
INSURANCE MANS
ADVICE TO LEAD
WAY FOR OTHERS
} 3. FISHER DECLARES HE CAN
CONSClENTlOUSLY ENDORSE
TANlAC AS AN UNEQUALLED
MEDICINE $500 DESCRIBES OWN
CASE.

i can conscientiously recommend
Ianac TO all my customers and
friends as an unequalled reconstruc.
tive tonic James b. Fisher. Pruden.
tlal Life Insurance agent and well
known Streator man, Of Gil West
Grand street, said on April 20. Mr.
Fisher is known to hundreds of people
in this vicinity.
MY system generally was all run
down, he continued 80 bad, in fact,
that | could hardly cover my insur.
ance route. None of the food ate
tasted right. couldn't sleep at night.
either. always felt tired and all
in.
/ knew that | must get something
at once that would build up my sys.
TEN and seeing Tanlac SO highly rec.
commended | decided upon this medi.
cine. Well sir, | certainly have no.
tlced a remarkable change in my con.
ditlon | sleep soundly at night now
ana feel fresh and energetic all
through the day | have a hearty an.
petite also, and enjoy my meals The
former tired, worn out feeling has en-.
tirely deserted me. Because of ali
this I'm glad to recommend Tanlac
for others
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
0VERESTIMATI0M Is
IMPOSSIBLE, HE SAYS

Lewis Utech. well known Streator
machinist Of 1926 Baker street, ne
clares he can't praise Tanlac too
highly
Stomach ana bowel trouble had
caused my system generally to be-
come run down" he said on April 81.
None CT the food ate over disestcd
properly. / was very restless, too,
ard Couldn't sleep at night.
Knowing that need q good ton.
ic decided to try Tanac. | certain.
y have lot moro vim and energy
now. My food digests and agrees
with me perfectly, also. / sleep 50
soundly that It's really a job for the
folks to wake me in the morning.
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
LOCAL. GARDENER
THINKS NAME IS
APPROPRIATE ONE
"TANlAC CERTAINLY MUST BE
THE MASTER MEDiCiNE'," MR..
9HERMAN ASSERTS HIGHLY
ENTHUSED OVER WlFE'S RE-
LIEF.

"Tanlac certainly must be the
Master Medicine for the relief it has
given ny wife is simply wonderful"
william Sherman, gardener and
well known ottawa man, of 1913
Phelps street, told the Tanlac man on
April 81
Mrs. Sherman was in a nervous,
general rundown condition. Mr..
Sherman continued. she was con,iu-
ually annoyed by aches and pains in
practically every part Of her body.
guess the trouble was something like
nervous neuralgia. She felt tired end
worn ou' all the time and it was a.
most impossible for her to work. Her
appetite vas very poor, also.
We learned Of the good Tanlac vas
doing for others and it was then that
my wife decided to try the new medi-
cine. Man alive, ono bottle of Tan.
lac he's certainly helped her wonder.
fully She does all her work now
without suffering a bit from The tired,
Worn out feeling that formerly both.
efcd her. The pains and aches have
seemingly entirely left her body. Ny
wife has hearty appetite now ard
enjoys tho food thoroughly She's
gaining in weight and strength, too.
"Tanlac has done Mrs. Sherman a
Ntild of good add I'm golny to Try
the medicine myself now
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
PASSING Of TIVE
LITTLE: WORRY TO
THEATER MANAGER
GYM &c YEARS OIL But CERTAIN
LT DON'T FEEL IT, SINCE TAX
ING IANLAC," MRS. MAGGIE
MOW5REY DECLARES.
I'm 66 years of age but certainly

I'm &c years of age but | certainly
don't feel it, since taking Tanlac,o
was the enthusiastic statement made
on April 6, by Mrs. Maggie Now brey,
we'll known Streator woman of 905
North Madison street. Mrs. Mowbrev
is manager Of The Majestic thoator in
Streator.
81 he'd suffered from stomach
trouble In the form or indigestion for
long time she continued. Il never
cared for much to eat and the little
food ate didn't agree with me and
wouldn't digest properly Invariably
after meals gas would form in my
stomach and make we feel miser-
able"
"Tanlac appealed TO me and | de.
cded to try the new medicine, Wen
sir, it certainly has done the work in
my case. My digestive organs are
working perfectly now. I'm never
bothered with the gas formations any
more. | have a hearty appetite, 100,
and thoroughly enjoy my meals now
rest much better at night, also.
MY daughter, who was in a gen.
orally rundown condition, IL also talk.
ing Tanlac and I've noticed big i'm.
provement in her condition lately"
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
UNB0UMDED Joy REIGNS
FOLLOWING THE TRIAL

i was never so well pleased with
anything in my whole life as am
with this new medicine Tanlac,' Os.
car Eide farmer residing on rural
route No 49, Ottawa. said on May 7.
This medicine seems to have put
new life in me, he continued. BE.
fore | always felt tired and draggy.
My stomach was in terrible condition.
Nothing | ate agreed with me.
Il simply feel great now, though,
and Tanlac has done it all. My stom.
ach is in excellent condition. I'm able
to work hard all day now and never
feel bit tired at night. Tanlac has
been a God send to me and | gladly
recommend It,"
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
FRIENDS NOTICE:
The: Biz CHANGE
WOMAN DECLARES
CHOW MUCH YOUNGER you
LOOK, THEY SAY,' MRS. PHIL
FPS ASSERTs-GiVEs TANLAC
CREDIT FOR IMPROVEMENT.

why Mrs Philips, what have you
been doing that you look so much
younEer?' That's what my neighbors
and friends nave been asking me
since I've taken Tanlac.' Mrs. Henry
philips, Streator woman, Of Tyler
street said on April 30. my relief
has really astonished me, too" she
added.
For a long time | have had stom.
ach and kidney trouble and my
nerves have been In bad condition. "
Mrs. Phillips continued. why, I'd
be so nervous at times. that | could
hardly stay in the house My limbs
and feet panied me continually. |
never felt like doing my housework.
My husband had been reading
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
INAC1ION HELD
THE CAUSE Of
MANY FAILURES

! ITO hesitate is to be- lost" an adage
Old yet true may with but few oxcop.
tions be applied to every phase OF
lie.
Whether on the battlefield; in the
business world; or, in fact, in prac.
tically every undertaking, action-and
quick action, too-is the keynote to
success.
With the care Of our health-the
I most important, yet, in many eases
the most neglected Of all--is this es-
pecially true Lost battles may be
reganed; time Will recuperate and
replace business failures, but with
health it is en- entirely different
story Once lost, this most cherished
Of ali treasures can never be re-
gained
Hundreds of sickened people rem
lnlsce1tly thinking. find themselves
confronted with the question, Oh
Why did let my trouble run on, ."
Despairinoly they now realize what
1t would have meant 10 them and how
easy it would have been to min in
The bud the then seemingly INSIGHT
cant trouble but now overwhelming
difficulty
Pain is the foretunner of trouble.
L is Natures warning of ensuing diff
icuities A pain in the stomach,
liver, kidneys, or any Of the vital or.
cans, should therefore be looked after
at once. Even the space of a few
days may mean final loss Of health.
There have been times in the ia Il
when people had nothing to look to for
relief. but not SO today. Tanlac, the
celebrated new medicine, offers, as
thousands have testified, 4 long need
ed means. AS reconstructiye tonic,
TanlaC has been declared without
peer; in cases of stomach, liver and
kidney trouble its merits have been
proven thousand times; and innum.
cradle formerly halfsichened, weak
ened and rundown men and women
thank the new medicine for their pre-
sent good health.
Buy q bottle Of Tanlac today. Be
orc 81 the thousands who wear the
faniao Smile of perfect health.
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25
PROVED REAL WONDER
WORKER IN HIS CASE

i know | can't praise Tanlac too
highly for this medicine has done won.
ders for me- H D. Watts, Ottawa
gardener of 1856 North Paul street,
said on May 4.
i had muscular rheumatism. he
continued. The muscles INF practic-
ally every part of my body were stiff
and sore and caused me much suf-
fering. The pains were so severe I
could not sleep at night
But there isn't the least trace OF
rheumatism in my muscles since I've
taken Tanlac. My nerve are in ex.
cellent condition, too. ] have a hearty
appetite also and my strength is rap
idly returning. My work is a real
pleasure now"
Free trader-journal. (Ottawa, Ill.) 1916-1920, 1917-05-25

time, some kind of a tonic known to
be system purifier and of recon.
constructive properties.
Already many people, who have
adopted the habit of taking tonic
each spring and have learned how
vastly beneficial it is, are looking for
the best preparation on the market
to take this season.
Scores who have begun the use Of
Tanlac, the remarkable new recon.
structive tonic and system purifier.
praise the new medicine as the best
spring preparation they ever tried
Tanlac does its work quickly. 1t
speedily attacks the impurities in the
blood that might, if left alone, bring
serious results. 1t builds up the
tissues broken down during the win.
ter months by the daily battle Of your
physical self against extreme weather
conditions. 1t brings about the pro.
per digestion and assimilation Of food
at the same time throwing off any
decayed matter that might have &C.
cumulated
In fact, Tanlac literally drives from
the body the impurities accumulated
during the winters siege.