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The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
Comfort Baby. WlthCutlcura sosp 25o. Ointment 2s and soc.
Sosp 25o. Ointment 25 and soc.
Protested Proverb.

Half the world does not know how the other half lives'-this we think is a large overestimate of the number of people who mind their own business.- Boston Transcript
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
DON'T SNIEEIr

You can rid yourself of that cold in the head by taking Laxative Quinidine Tablets. Price 25c. Also used n cases of La Grippe and for severe headaches. Remember that.-Adv.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets are the original little liver pills put up 40 years ago. They regulate liver and bowels, Ad.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
With Corks in Them.

Passengers on water wagons this year are advised to keep a sharp look out for hostile periscopes.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
ON FIRST SYMPTOMS

use "Renovine" and be cured. Do not wait until the heart organ is beyond repair. "Renovine" Is the heart and nerve tonic. Price Soc and $1.00.-Adv.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
Gettlnn Even With erump,

"This certainly is a hard winter" Huh. Any fool knows that" "Then I needn't have told you"
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

Marriage is like any other condition; where there is life there is hope.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
StrateQy.

Officer = Conscientious objections? Rubbish. If you were to come home and find your wife fighting burglar, wouldn't you interfere?
 "No, sir I'd leave the burglar to his Life.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

Nobody ever got anything by nurs- ing a grouch. but the grouch always gets bigger. Be cheerful
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

We must get ready for places before we can get them and keep them.- Ralph Parlette.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

It is estimated that 100000 horse power will be obtained from Scot lands waterfalls.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

4 rocking chair which revolves on circular base has been invented for railroad cars.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
s5.ooo.ooo U. S. Securities.

Austin, Tex.-The state of Texas will shortly purchase $5.000.0o0 worth of United States short-time securities.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

Nothing rattles a timid belle like an engagement ring.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

A volume of smoke brings tears to the eyes of every reader.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
Not Certain.

My dear, do you love me stiIl?" 'How can I tell? I've never yet seen you that way"
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
A Puzzle.

"Why do they call 1t fugitive poe try?" sT don't know; I'm sure there's nobody running after il"
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
i2 { .s ].
I Feel as ] { Did
 Twenty Years Ago.

old, and since have taken the Pe- runa, feel as I did twenty years ago. will always keep Peruna in my house."
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

4 chemical process for making salt proof against dampness has been pat ented by a Yirginian.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

Those who object to liquid medi. cines can secure Peruna tablets.
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07
Ready.

Ready. Bobby-I would kiss you if though no one would see me. Flossy-Shall I close my eyes?
The Carlisle independent., 1918-03-07

Profess little, practice much.
The Washington times., 1918-07-01
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The Washington times., 1918-07-01
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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

and commemorate the 18th ami
versary of the first fight, which
was made by the Wright brothers
on Dec. II, 1903, and to extend to
you and through you our hearty
Christmas and New Years greet
ings. This is a little ahead Of
schedule, but you must be accus-
toned by now to seeing things
done ahead OF schedule where the
aerial mail service is concerned.
we celebrate the decision Of the
postmaster general 10 establish
aerial mail lines across the CONT
nent and in all points Of the COM
pass: of the chief forester TO use
aeroplanes for detecting fires; of
the police Of New York to have an
aviation section-an example which
will be followed by hundreds Of
other cities; OF the Aero Club OF
America to offer inter collegiate
aviation trophies, and 10 foster the
development OF aeronautics for
sport, pleasure. civic and scientific
purposes and commercial transpor-
tation. as energetically as the club
fostered the building of our air
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

Women's dainty crepe de chine,
Windsor crepe, fine batiste and main
sock lingerie; gowns, combinations,
Billie Burkes, ETC.: 1888, $3.50, $2.98
and $3.50 each.
New wool knit slip-over sweaters,
beautiful shades and combinations:
$1,000 to $3.50 each.
Little "Red Cross Nurse" sets
apron, cap, bandages, etc, regularly
98c; just few left, CSC set.
Women'a fancy bed room slippers;
cretonnes, kids and soft comfy slip
pers; all wanted colors: choice CSC
up to SIPS pair.
Women's white satin collars, some
white silk bengeline; roll or fat
styles, mostly tailored: 75c and Csc
each. SAG. ~, .sgs,,.,.,1,,..
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Helen Gould Auxiliary.

Helen Could auxiliary met last
evening in regular session il Mem
orial hall. One application for
membership was balIoted upon be
sides the regular routine OF bust
ness which was transacted. 1t was
decided that installation of officers
would be held in joint session with
the installation Of Siboney Bay
camp. United Spanish War Veter-
ans, the evening of Jan. 2. The
installing officer for Helen Gould
auxiliary will be Mrs Dosha Rus
sell Of Sterling, Ill, department
president. who will be present at
that time.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

The Ucal lodge No. SOS, l. o. o.
r. conferred the third degree on
4 class of eight at the regular meet
ing last night at Odd Fellows hall.
After the work a spelling down"
on unwritten work was held. In
staIla.ion of officers will be held
the evening of Jan. ? at Odd Eel
lows nall.
At the meeting of the W. c. U.
last night officers for the year were
elected as follows:
resideut-Herman c. Schnell-
Vice president-Antone Kick.
Financial secretary-W. E. OMal-
lay.
Recording secretary - Edward
Herbert
Treasurer. ]. Winter.
Trustees-Frank Blochlinger, Joe
Schaab, Fred Earhart and Joe En-
gelman.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

The lock on the case was badly
twisted and the plate glass was
cracked by the burglars in their
endeavor to enter the case. The
proprietor of the store states that
such a minor affair as the attempt
ed burglary gives him little con-
Germ, taking into consideration the
experience he has had in the past.
The case in question has been rob-
bed near a dozen times and the
store itself twice, while the propri-
etor's residence has been burglar
lied three times.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Hannr Circle Xmas Party.

The annual Christmas party Of
the Happy Circle was held yester-
day at the home of Mrs. Fred Boyd,
2105 Gaines street, Davenport. The
afternoon was pleasantly spent in
sewing or doing fancy work. The
members exchanged Christmas
gifts which is an annual custom.
During the course of the afternoon
a delicious course luncheon was
served at the dining table which
had as a centerpieCe small Christ
mas tree and the places were
marked with boxes of candy. The
dining room and other rooms were
brightly decorated with the Christ
mas festoons giving the whole
house a very festive atmosphere.
The circle will meet again in two
weeks, the hostess to be announced
later.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
LETTER BROUGHT
BY AIR EXPLAINS
LEAGUES PURPOSE

or the five letters received in
this city yesterday after being car
ried from New York City to Chi
cago by aeroplanes, one was receiv-
ed by Mayor William McConochie
and is from the Aerial League OF
America 1t gave further informa-
ton regarding the leagues work.
previously explained in letter to
the Rock Island mayor. In the first
letter the league asked that com
mittee be appointed her to take up
plans for putting Rock Island on
the aerial mail service route. The
letter received yesterday states in
part as follows:
1.-THE first trip of the permanent
aerial mail line between New York,
Cleveland and Chicago affords the
Aerial League of America SPLEEN
did opportunity 20 celebrate once
more the stupendous allied victory
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
TWO MOLINERS ARE
ON CASUALTY LIST
INJURED IN ACTION

Lieutenant Richard Dedecker, 49,
Thirty fifth street. Moline, was Sc
verely wounded in action, the cas-
ualty list of today announces.
Private Alois Blackwell of Mo-
line was wounded, the degree IN
determined. The list carries his
address, 1144 East Moline street,
Moline, but no such address is
known.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

DR. Preston Bradley. pastor Of
he Peoples church of Chicago. will
be the speaker tomorrow d, the
December meeting OF the Rock Is
land Woman's club, speaking on the
subject. The United States of To
morrow" Miss Esther Malmrose.
whose sweet voice has often de-
lighted audiences, will furnish the
music and will sing When the
Boys Come Home" by Obey Speaks,
with Miss Nellie Swanson at the
piano.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Central Ladies'. Aid Elects.

The Ladies' Aid society of the
Central Presbyterian church met
yesterday afternOC- at the home of
Mrs. George H. Davis. 1928 Four
teenth avenue. A business session
was held and the annual election
of officers resulted as follows:
President-Mrs. F. D. G. Walker.
First vice president-Mrs. It. A.
Rowland
Second vice president-Mrs.R R. NJ.
PearCe-
Secretary George Davis.
Treasurer-Mrs. A. ". Champion
The society also decided to adopt
q French war orphan. At the close
Of the business session a social
hour was enjoyed and a dainty re-
past was served by the hostess.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Rsceltion to lie Informal.

Mayor ana Mrs William McCono-
,h:g. WHO Monday are 10 celebrate
ae sUtl anniversary. OF their mar
-.aEe. announce that the reception
itl.lLA tue afternoon and evening
u.at be surety informal and that
hey VIII be very glad TO welcome
friends. bat ask that no gifts be
sent them They hope to have as
.le.T special guest JOhn a. Green
81 stone City. Iowa, Who served as
-est man 1T the wedding so years
ago.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
St. Marr,s Branch Elects.

st. Mary's branch No. 2Z2, West
ern Catholic union, held the reg
ular meeting last evening and the
following officers were elected for
the year
President-Nrs. Mary Tom
Vice presIdeuJ-Miss Ann Wich-
Financial secretary Hen
Tietta EDgelmann-
Recording secretary Miss Mar
guerite Gaffey-
Treasurer-M Miss Martha Bredar.
Marshal-Miss Bertha HOLMAN.
Trustees Miss Marguerite CAT
fey. Miss Teresa E,rhart, Miss
Bertha HOLMAN, Miss Elizabeth
Bredar
Executive board - Mrs. Mary
Tom. Mrs Mary WITCH, Miss Bertha
HOLMAN, Miss Martha Bredar, Miss
Henrietta Englemann.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
VIII Make Collection Tomorrow.

Anyone having old junk that was
not collected in the Patriotic league
melting pot drive is asked to call
the league headquarters tomorrow
morning and it will be collected
The few pieces of sterling silver in
Guiding spoons, a percolator and
Russian samovar will be placed on
display in the window of Sexton 8
clothing store tomorrow with the
price marked on them. These are
the only things that yet remain for
sale and it is hoped that they may
be disposed of by tomorrow night
A new league that has been just
organized is making Christmas
boxes and filing them with good
things to eat, ETC., for the soldiers
now in the arsenal hospital In
this way they hope to bring the
Christmas spirit to the soldiers who
must spend their Christmas away
from home because of sickness.
Every girl of the Patriotic league
is urged to join the Red Cross dur
ing the great membership campaign
which they are launching This is
the last campaign for war funds
that will be made by the Red Cross.
It is hoped that this Christmas roll
call of the transition period be
tween war and peace will be so
tremendous that the Red Cross,
which during the war has been
built up TO such huge proportions
out of love and sympathy may con-
tinue to be an agency of human
service worthy OF the whole Amer
lean nation. Every patriotic league
member is requested and urged to
Join and answer the roll call.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
ROBBER TAKES A
UNION SUIT BUT
LEAVES WASHING

When you want something and
haven't the money to buy it help
yourself. probably is the motto OF
one robberman.
Yesterday Richard Park, living at
I412 Fifth and-a-half avenue, pos
sessed a brand new heavy union
suit. Today he doesn't. Richard
works nights and while he was
sleeping peacefully yesterday after
noon a man made his way into
Richards back yard and helped
himself to a suit that was hung
On the clothes line along with the
family washing.
Richard is without his suit
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

The Luther league Of Zion Luth-
eran church held the December
meeting last night in the chapel.
A few matters OF minor business
were transacted and a short pro-
gram was given consisting of sew
eral numbers by a quartet and an
address by Dr. c. A Blomgren.
The league decided TO pay for the
interior decoration OF the parson-
age. After the business and the
program a social time was enjoyed
with the Christmas tree and yari-
eas games. At th6e close OF the da-
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Golden Rule Bible Class.

The Golden Rule bible class of
the First Methodist church met last
night at the home of W. f. Bailey,
1912 Eighteenth avenue, with Mrs.
W Z. Baker, Mrs. Faye Wolfe, Miss
ReXie Rockwell and Miss Hattie
Pogemiller. hostesses for the even
ing. After a short business meet
ing the evening was devoted to
playing games and informal socia-
bility. Al the close Of the evening,
d delicious luncheon was served
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
RENDERING WORKS
BOILER BLOWS UP
NJURING WORKER
(SneciaI TO The Argus)

Cambridge, Dec. 20.-Will Finley
probably was fatally injured in an
explosion Of the boiler of the local
rendering works yesterday. He
was hurled 200 feet, his skull was
fractured and he was severely
scalded about the face and body.
Mr.. Finley was engaged in re-
pairing the boiler at the time of the
explosion. Two hundred gallons of
grease were scattered about the
premises.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
IadIt-s Of the ELS Meet.

The Ladies of the Elks met yes
terday afternoon at ElEs' hall for
the regular social meeting. Five
hundred was the diversion of the
afternoon. four tables being sur
rounded, and the high score trophy
was awarded TO Mrs. Frank Brough.
After the cards had been laid aside
delicious refreshments were served.
The next meeting Will be a business
session held Jan. in the Elks hall
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
PERSONAL POINTS

Miss Pansy Jones. daughter ;.
DR.. and Mrs. B. T.. Jones, Ss7 Tv..
ty-third street. has returned h,-
Wellesley college to spend tia
cation at home.
Mrs. jessie Anderson, secre,-
Of the Y. W. c. A., returned ~
nesday from Chicago, where sbss.-
been for the last two weeks
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
ORION PUTS LID
ON AGAINST FLU
Especial to The Argus

Orion, Dec. 20.-Public meetings
of all kinds are prohibited and
churches, moving picture houses,
etc, are closed as a result of an
order issued by the board of health
to be effective till the influenza
epidemic has abated.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Shopping Suggestions for Saturdays Buyers:

Women's pure thread silk hose, full
fashioned; black, white, brown or
gray: $3.50 and $500 pair.
Linen finish heavy mercerized 70
inch table damask, good variety fav.
orite patterns; regular $1.25 for SLIGO
yard.
900 linen damask dinner napkins,
22-inch size, assorted patterns: $4.OO
dozen.
Mems fancy silk shirts, in beaut-
full stripe patterns, boxed, ready for
Christmas: choice, $500 each.
Mems Atwood flannel shirts, kha-
Xxi, navy or oxford: choice $500.
Books-for boys, books for girls,
choice of several series, as we'll as
good single stories: 35c each.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Arsenal Workers Auxiliary Meets.

The weekly meeting Of the La
dies auxiliary OF the Rock Island
Arsenal Workers club was held
yesterday afternoon at the club
looms. There was a large attend
ance and matters of routine and
special business were transacted.
a called meeting will be held this
afternoon to finish the work for the
holidays.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
ladies' Aid Society Elects Officer

lightful evening the officers of the
league served light refreshments.
Ladies' Aid Society Elects Officers.
At the monthly business meeting
of the Ladies' Sewing circle of the
Evangelical Church of Peace which
was held yesterday afternoon at
the church, Mrs. Louise Bertlesen
was elected president for the com
ing year. Other officers elected
are:
Vice presideut-Mrs. G. Kruger.
Secretary Carl Kruger.
Financial secretary Mrs. NJ. o.
HelpeAsteN
Treasurer Mrs. c. H. Seidel.
The bazar committee gave a com
plete report of the bazar given by
the society Dec. 5, which showed
the net proceeds amounting to 1914
After the business session, the aft
ernoon was closed with a light
luncheon.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
BURGLARS FAIL IN
ROBBERY ATTEMPT

Burglars made an unsuccessful
attempt last night to break into an
exterior showcase at the Hayes
clothes shop, 1714 Second avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

Tho Junior Epworth league an.
First Methodist church will eo1s...
a sale OF home made bread 49,
cakes and candies tomorrow a. ~, ~
First Methodist church. ana ~ 80
young people sohcit the pa4ro,s-a
OF the public.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Mrs. TIIemerer Hostess.

Mrs. Charles UIlemeyer was hos
tess yesterday afternoon to the
Long View circle. entertaining at
her home, 1912 Thirty-second street.
The time was spent informally, the
ladies visiting as they sewer. Dur
ing the course of the afternoon the
hostess served a dainty repast. Mrs.
George Allen, 1871 Twenty-ninth
street, will be hostess TO the circle
IN two weeks.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

forces before and during thu ~.
These things make the fptn,a 'ai !.
American aeronautics very bri.., %
indeed" 1''suA
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

This is special week in jewelry,
silverware and cut glass at
McCabe's.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

This is special week in jewelry
silverware and cut glass at
McCabe's.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

Saturday Specials
in Candy Dept.
Christraos Candies,
assorted kinds and fIov.
o-s. e ID. I5c.
Fresh Sailed Peanuts,
a ID &c.
Mixed Candies, as
sorted kinds. u ID SC.
Fresh Chocolates, as
sorted fi0Dors, y ID I9c.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
The store that
Keeps the
cost of HUiRe
Gown.
Santa Claus Is Here:
DEPARTMENT STORE :

Our will be open each day Christmas the
morning to o'clock in the evening Open Christmas
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

"Steel.cut coffee" soc ID.
Fancy baldwin apples. zoe peeil.
Florida oranges. very sweet and
juicy; s5c dozen,
Popeovn, black or white, Use n.
California English Wamuts,
az SO ID.
"DrOmedary" coeoanut, zoe pkg.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
SOCIAL EVENTS

lightful evening the officers of the
league served light refreshments.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20
Groceries, Saturday:

Groceries, Saturday: y
Creamery Butter NTH other groceries, one pound
print 10 each for SIC.
Fresh Baltimore Oysters, shipped sealed to as
solid meats. Lo0ter, clean and hyQienic Csc st.
MIXED NHts-Pecans, Fiiberfs, Almonds etc,
soc ID.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-12-20

Sugar-cured bacon. SLICED Inn
and even, d5c ID.
Boiled ham, sliced, half pouna
for S3e.
Summer sausage, S2ikc H.
IOnghorn cheese, zoe ID.
Prepared mlneo meat ready "
use, quart Jars. S6e.
Ripe olives, large can, S5e
Evening journal., 1918-06-10
-FOUR BADLY Injured
WHEN AUTO PLUhCES
Two Women Victims oi
Sunday Accident May Die
of Fractured Skulls
DRIVER APPLIES
BRAKES SUDDENLY

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Davis OF ~.
22O6 Jessup street and Mrs Mary Spry
OF No. 1923 West street. are in crit
ical condition in the Homeopathic Hos
pital as a result OF an automobile ac-
cident which took place near Odessa
late yesterday afternoon.
Miss Carrie Richards. vlce-president
and general manager OF the Reynolds
Candy Company, a member Of the party.
also was seriously injured. she hav-
ing sustained a broken arm, cut head
and possible internal injuries.
Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Spry are suffer-
ing from fractured skulls and were IN
a semi-consoious condition this morn
ing while an X-ray Of their injuries
was being developed Mr. Davis suffer
ed from general bruises. The
Ford In which they were travelling
southwark turned sQmersault. throw
ing all the members Of the party out
and wreckng the car.
Il is supposed that the trouble was
caused by too quick application or the
brakes by the driver.
Passing automobiles picked up the
injured persons and rushed them 10 The
ollce Of Or. Joseph Carroll OF odessa,
who applied first aid and then had
them sent TO the Homeopathic Hos
piial.
Miss Richards was removed from the
hospital 10 her home this morning.
Mrs. Spry and Mr.. and Mrs. Davis
were still IN a semi-conscious condition
this afternoon. II was reported at the
Homeopathic Hospital that there hac
been no change in their condition since
they were brought there.