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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22
GIVES LIQUOR
TO SOLDIERS;
LANDS IN JAIL
Federal Operatives Catch Man
Passing Whisky to Four Men
in Uniform Here.
GIVES NAME CHARLES GIBBS
Prisoner Arraigned Before Com
mission and His Case IS Con-
tinued Until March %.

A man giving his name as
Charles c. Gibbs, was arrested by
federal operatives last night in the
act OF giving whisky to four SOL
diers in the alley in the rear of
the Rock Island house.
Gibbs was arraigned before Com
missioner c. l.. Walker this morn
ing and readily admitted the
charge against him, blaming his
actions on 10 drink. 4 was drunk
and did not know what l was de-
ing" he said
Don't YOU know" said COAmis
Hioner Walker. that this is one Of
the most heinous crimes a maa
can commit?'
Gibbs wept when told of the per-
atty he might have TO pay as re
suit OF his rash actions He stat
ed that he had a mother IS years
OF age and Two small children. He
refused 10 tell the authorities from
whence he came, but admitted that
he did not live here. judging from
papers found in his grip his wife
is suing him for divorce on grounds
OF cruelty
Gibbs case was continued until
Tuesday. when it VIII be placed
before United States District Al
torrcy f. c. Knots. Gibbs is liza
bic to q fine OF $1,000. one year in
Jail or both.
L. c. Fitzgerald was bound over
to the federal grand jury on charge
Of being an inmate Of d house OF
A i'll fame, within the five mile zone
y about the arsenal. He was re
leased on bonds of $1,000. TIE
case Of Mary Schmidt, who was ar
rested with him, was continued -
March rs. Lawrence Pedigo, tax
driver, charged with transporting
persons to houses of i'll fame, has
been released on bonds of $1,000
Max Lacdger Held.
Another arrest was made yes
terday, as result OF the seizure of
the booze train" early Saturday
morning on the Rock Island bridge
when Max Laedger was taken into
custody Max Is charged with as
. sisting to load the automobiles be
longing 10 Bert CaThan and James
Foley with liquor He furnished
bonds of $4,000 and was released.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22
AMERICAN
WOMEN LEAD
THE WORLD
They Have Beauty,
Health and Brains.

a really beautiful woman is al
ways a healthy woman remarked
one of our noted beauty specialists,
''for true beauty comes from the
blood and strong. steady nerves"
Rich, red blood, tho fountain of
life and youth, shows itself in a
clear rosy skin, solid flesh, fine
form and a keen bright mind. Red
blooded women, with strong ner-
vous vitality, are sought after by
men; they are the hope and leaders
OF the world.
American women lead the world
in health, beauty and intelligence.
and their number is increasing.
They have learned the value of
Iron and Phosphates in keeping
them in perfect condition
1.-The number Of weak, pale.
tagged out, run down and nervous
women is found TO decrease rap
idly. once the power Of Phosphated
Iron becomes more generally
known" said a leading doctor.
There is not a reason in the world
Why women should not be strong,
happy and a joy TO look upon when
the remedy is at hand"
"Phosphated Iron has accom-
plished wonders with my patients.
II has restored health. vitality,
strong nerves and happiness to
whole families. It's the healthy,
red, iron blooded, strong. phos-
phate-fed neryed men and women
that enjoy life and lead in every
work" Think # overt
To insure doctors and their pa
TENTS getting the genuine Phos-
phated Iron we have put in cap
suIes only, so do not allow dealers
to substitute pills or tablets. Insist
on capsules. A. J. Riess, The drug
gist, and leading druggists every
Where-fA6Vl
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

Even though you have tailored suit, there
are times when you really need light weight
coat, and the assortment we have at $25 fur
nishes variety from which you can make an
easy selection. The styles are decidedly smart
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

When you see the good looking suits we have
at S25, you will be as enthusiastic about them as
we are: The materials, the styles and the work
manship are really quite surprising in these
days of high prices, and such sturdy, good look
ing serges, poplins, Gabardines, jerseys and
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

the widow. Ellen. who is eXecutrix.
The Will of the late John Ander-
son OF Moline bequeaths the estate
TO Marion and Swan Johnson OF the
same city. The property is in East
Moline.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

heir to the estate of the late Henry
Stengel of this city according to
the will of which the widow is the
executriX.
The will of Charles Alfred John
son bequeaths the entire estate to
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

son is the executor OF the estate.
The late Edward Ulm of Moline
in his will bequeaths his entire es-
tate TO his widow who is the execu-
trix.
Pauline NJ. Stengel is the sole
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

The will of the late Albert F.
Lockhart of South Moline divides
the real estate among his daugh-
ter. Mrs. Bessie Caroline Skar-
stadt of Evanston. ILL.,, widow,
Flora. and his son. J. Vance. The
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22
PROBATE COURT rs
GIVEN FIVE WILLS

Five Wills have been admitted in
the probate court by Acting Judge
G. o. Dietz.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

the loose, straight line
models and the pleated, belt
ed effects that are very be-
coming to youthful figures,
The colorings range from the
gay hues to the more somber
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

NTHO wouldn't be proud to wear of the new
Wv MILDLY suits? Surely little chap of to
years. They're very becoming and particularly
smart These suits in long short pant
style regulation navy model; made of good quality
blue serge. They are priced at S595
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

IT HE largest assortment of wash suits we have
offered is display in the Boys Section
at the present time. You will find all of the
sons popular styles in grades ranging in price
from s100 to 5000 The fabrics strictly de-
pendable; colors guaranteed fast.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

tones. and the chief trim
ming on many OF the smart
er models Is heavy stitching
in the same or contrasting
shade.E Velours, Burellas,
poplins and Tweeds,
Third Floor
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22
We're Particularly Strong on Boys Clothes

We've taken magnificent Of the little fellows Spring
NEUSTADT
ina vnorco
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-22

Shepherd checks are Just
what women and girls are
wanting for immediate wear.
Some are severely plain,
others have the ripple or
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
METHODIST CHURCH NOTES.

The quarantine, having been lift
ed, Providence permitting, regular
services will be- held in the Metho-
dist Church next Sabbath, Feb. a..
Sabbath School at TO O'Clock.
Preaching at II o'clock.
The pastor will preach a plain,
simple pure; gospel sermon and
hopes that all the members Will
make a special effort to be present.
Let all come to the house of the
Lord and return thanks for His
goodness. love and mercy to them.
Bring your contributions for the
two Sabbaths that the church was
closed.
There will be no services at night,
but we will all worship at the Pres
byterian church in the regular
monthly service.
DR.. J. w. Kilgo, the new Presid-
ing Elder, will preach for us the
first Sabbath in March. At this
time our first Quarterly Conference
will be held.
Arrangements have been comp!et-
ed for a revival service commencing
the second Sabbath in June. We will
AVE with us at that time an excel
lent evangelist and hope that every
body will attend the services.
Next Sabbath the pastor will
have some important suggestions to
make. Try to be present and keep
up with the plans and work of the
church.
Good music, pure gospel preaching
| and a comfortable auditorium next
Sabbath. All are invited to come
and worship.
How much owest thou unto thy
Lord?
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
A NATIONAL DUTY. .

The Treasury of the United
States has a great deal of money to
raise and it can not be raised by
bankers alone, says Secretary Nc
Adoo. The banks, of this country
cam not alone sustain Americas
needs in this war and extend to our
allies the essential aid which they
must have to continue the war.
The rich of this country can not
do it alone; the men of this country
can not do it alone the women of
this country can not do it alone ;
but all of US, the people of the
United States, disregarding parti-
sanship, forgetting selfish interests,
thinking only of the supremacy of
right and determined to vindicate
the majesty of American ideals and
secure the safety of America and
civilization, can do the great and
splendid work which God has called
upon US to do. .....
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
PRICES ON SEED.

To the Farmers of Abbeville County
For your benefit 1 will give you
the following prices for seed which
I can order or give you the address,
es and let you order Owing to the
congestion of freight and the prob
ability of the seed beingg sold if
you put your order off, would ad-
wise you who desire to purchase
seed of any kind to place your OF
der as soon as you can. If you de-
sire to buy through me, write me
or see me personally, stating what
amount and kind you want. 1 might
be able to secure better prices later
on but don't think I can.
These are the lowest l have been
able to obtain so far.
Velvet bean, early specllled, at
$3.50 per bu. delivered.
Velvet bean, Ocecla ,at $3.50 per
bu. not delivered.
Soy bean, Mammoth yellow, at
1915 per bu. delivered.
Mixed Peas, at $3.75 per bu. de-
livered.
Spanish Peanuts, at 7c. per pound
F. o. B. station. ;.
If we can get up large order
it is possible that the above seed
can be purchased at lower price.
W. A. Rowell, County Agent.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
HOUSING OF FEDERAL .
EMPLOYEES IN WASHINGTON

Washington, D. c., Feb. 2O.-
The District of Columbia Council
of Defense authorizes the state
ment that persons appointed to po-
sitions in the Government service
in Washington cam secure rooming
and boarding. accommodations at
reasonable prices if they apply at
the Room Registration Office at
1921 New York Avenue, N. w.,
promptly upon arrival. The office
is conducted by the District Council
Of Defense under the auspices, Of
the United States Government, Fed
eral funds having been made avail
able for the purpose by the. Presi-
dent at the. request of the United
States Civil Service Commission.
All ruoms, are carefully inspected
by Government agents being listed
as available. 49,.
f.. DTficulties, which have been met
by newcomers, the District Council
of Defense states, have. largely been
the result Of lack of organization
of the facilities for listing rooms
and furnishing information relative
thereto. The work is now organized
and is running smoothly. There is
always on hand at the Room Regis
tration Office a list of rooms to let
from which the newly appointed
Federal employees may be accom-
modated.. Those who arrive on late
trains may find accommodation for
tire night by applying to the repre-,
sentative of the District Council Of
Defense or the agent of the Trav-
e1ers' Aid at the District Council
of Defense booth in the main wait
ing room of the Union Station
where all trains arrive.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
SOUTHERN PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH'S $4,000, 100000
CAMPAIGN BOTH A PRO.
TEST AND A PLEA
A Protest Against the Average Sys.
tenn of Finance Because:

1. 1t is haphazard. No real sys-
tematic covering of the ground and
thoroughly working the resources.
2. It is incomplete. The ground
is net covered as to resources nor
the task rightly done as to the OBJ
ject of, the work.
8. 1t has a wrong basis. Giving
is based on the will of man instead
Of the will of God.
4. 1t has the wrong motive. Per-
sonal interest governs the giver ra-
ther than the love for the Kingdom
of God.
5. 1t is inadequate. The Church
is always in debt and can never
rise to a statesman like policy.
An Earnest Plea for the Bible Sys-
tenn of Giving Because:
j. 1t is business-like. It saves
the Church from the charge Of
handling the Lords funds in care
less and quentionable manner.
2. 1t is complete. No one shall
appear before the Lord empty. 1t
excuses none and expects a gift
from every one.
8. 1t has the right emphasis.
The reason for our giving is based
on the will of God, and not on the
fancy or caprice of men.
4. It has the right motive. "The
love of God constraineth me-" A
real desire to do the will and obey
the law of love of our divine Lord.
5. The response is constant. No
no debts, but a constant
income every week as the Lord has
prospered, presented as an act of
on the Lords Day.
Never before has there been such
q united campaign in the interest
of a great cause in the Southern
Church.
Your church and your people will
do your best to, bring in Gods sys-
tenn of finance. e..
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
\ MILLINERY.

The millinery stores are getting
ready for their Spring Openings.
Mrs. Jas. s. Cochran will do her
own trimming with the assistance of
Miss Bessie Poole, of Elrod, N. c.
and Miss Sadie Hammond.
Mrs. j. M. Anderson will have
charge of her millinery department.
Misses Lucy White and Lillian Rich
ey will assist her.
Miss Williams of Baltimore, will
be with Philson and Henry. Miss
Mamie Seal and Mrs. C. B. Wilson
will assist her. ... e.
Miss Ellis of Baltimore is to have
charge of Haddon- Wilson's rnilli-
merry department. Miss Lula Power
will assist her. -.
For the varied tastes of the many
women of our county these stores
will be able to supply their demands
satisfactorily. T..
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
ANSWER THE ISSUES.

For a good many years past can
didates for office in the town OF
Abbeville have not run for office on
issues, if any existed, but the races
have been mostly still hunt for
votes. On that account, among 9TH
ers, matters have gotten into rut
in Abbeville, and the time has
come to pull the wagon out of the
rut. We contend that there are
matters which should interest the
public. There are matters which
interest US as a taxpayer in this
city which we would like to have
light upon. We shall vote in the
election which is to be had, first, for
a man we believe to be honest and
capable of serving the city, apd,
next, for a man who stands for
those things which we believe the
city needs most.
Of course everybody will not
think that the city needs the same
thing and everybody will not think
we need reform in the same mat
ters. Some may not think we need
reform at all. But, speaking for
ourselves alone, we would like to
hear from the various candidates on
these issues:
Are you in favor of fewer police.
men in the city Of Abbeville? Do
you believe that two or three ac-
tive men are able to do the work OF
the present force?
Are you in favor of refusing tt
lease the city hall for moving pic
ture. theatre?
Are you in favor of Commission
ers of Public Works handling the
public utilities, or do you believe
that matters should be handled b!
the City Council as in the last few
years?
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22

Are you in favor of bonds for
public improvements in streets and
sidewalks? If you are, who should
expend this money?
Should we have a new sidewalk
on Greenville street, or should all
the money be spent on a few streets
near the homes of city officials?
Are you in favor of electing a
town manager to have charge of all
the business affairs of the city, act
ing, of course, with the advice of
the mayor and council, in which
event the mayor should receive no
salary except such,if any, as is paid
councilmen?
Should councilmen be paid for
their services in attending meet
ings? Do we get a better class of
men to serve in that office since
paying them the small amount now
paid than we got before when they
served only for patriotic purposes?
Are you in favor of a recorder
to be selected by council who will
try all cases in the city court?
Do you believe that the streets
should be. worked under the present
plan, or have you a better plan to
suggest?
Would you be in favor of en-
ploying an experienced street or
road man to have entire charge of
the street building in the city, or
do you favor the "sand route?"
We shall probably have other
questions to ask as the race gets a
little warmer, but we are interested
in these just now, and the public is
in some of them, to say
the least?
All candidates should not speak
at the same time.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22

case in excess of one-half barrel.
This relieves the only difficulty
that has been encountered in South
Carolina.
There has been no objection what
soever to the reduction in con-
sumption of flour, and the farmer
has been patriotically ready to re-
duce his consumption of flour, but
he very naturally did not desire to
buy more of what he already had
an abundance in his home.
Blanks were mailed to the county
food administrators Tuesday after
noon for distribution to millers. The
miller should apply to the county
food administrator of his county fol-
the blanks.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
ANOTHER QUESTION.

This fall we are to vote on an
amendment to the constitution of
the state which will allow the city
of Abbeville to vote bonds in eX-
cess of the regular constitutional
limit in order that we may raise
money with which to build streets,
and make public improvements in
the way of sidewalks. We are also
to vote on a constitutional amend
ment, as we understand it, to allow
assessments against abutting pro-
perty-holders for. the purpose of Sc
curing these improvements.
Generally speaking, we are in
favor of these improvements. We
will, of course, want to know that
the improvements are made at the
right time, and according to mod
ern methods, and that the rights of
the public are safeguarded. The
improvements should be made, too,
in the interest of all the people, and
as far as possible the entire pub
lie should reap the rewards which
will come to the city from the ex-
penditure of money which is to be
made.
In the light of recent develop
ments it is worth while, we take it,
to inquire whether it is the pur-
pose of the recently authorized
Commissioners of Public Works to
have charge of this work? Has this
job been sewed up, and are the
men who are on the slate as it is
said, to have charge of expending
all the money which may be voted
for this purpose, if any is voted?
We do not know that anything of
this kind is contemplated, but while
one affair Of the city is being taken
over it might be worth while to
know whether legislation has been
had looking to the spending of these
several thousands of dollars. = |
Has the triumvirate sat on this
case?
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
WINS GEORGIAN ~
TRIP TO ATLANTA.

Geo. Chandler Steele, popular
Abbeville agent for The Atlantis
Georgian and Sunday American, has
won trip to Atlanta offered by The
Georgian and American to theii
leading agents. -. ~ J..
Each February this newspaper
brings it's olive Wire agents to
Atlanta for a big, joyous Ground
Up" These agents are: entertained
.banqueted, shown the city from A
to 2, and sent home as happy as
lark. This year it comes off the q
and 22nd.
To win this trip is' a. distinction
Geo. Chandler Steele qualified easi:
ly, and The Georgian, in their invi-
tation to him, complimented his
work highly.
Mr.. Geo. Chandler Steele will
leave for Atlanta the, 2gth, return.
ing the 23rd. During, his absence
from Abbeville, Mr.: John T.. Steele
will manage his agency for him.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
ALL AMERICANS CAN SERVE.

Every man, woman, and child IN
this country, who wants to serve the
country, can serve it and serve it in
q very simple and effective way. Sec
retary McAdoo says. That service is
to lend your money to the Govern
ment. Every 25 cents loaned to the
Government is help at this time
and practically every man, woman,
and child by making some trifin@
sacrifice, some denial of pleasure.
or giving up some Indulgence, can
render the Government that support
Every 25 cents will do something
to help a wounded American SOL
der, wounded fighting for the Am
erican people and American liberty.
Every cent loaned the Government
contributes something for the safe
tv and strength and success Of our
soldiers and sailors, equipping them,
maintaining them, clothing them,
feeding them, and giving them ar
tillery and ammunition and all
things needed for their efficiency
and triumph.
The Secretary of the Treasury
says this question is before every
American-"Arey you willing to help
the fighting men of our Nation, and
in helping them to help yourselves?
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
PoUND-FoR-PoUND LAW.

The national Food Administra-
ton has given authority for a modi-
fication of the pound-for-pound law
in order to give relief to the farm
er in South Carolina who has his
own corn ground locally. Much dis
satisfaction has been caused among
farmers, who felt that it was un-
reasonable to ask them to buy north
ern or western meal when they had
their own home ground meal which
they could use. There was no protest
concerning reduction of the con-
sumption of flour, but simply that
the farmer did not wish to buy
meal from his store when he had
better meal or grits at home. :
Under the new rule the farmer
can have his corn ground BY mil
Ter, who will give him a certificate.
This certificate must be filed with
the grocer by the farmer, whereup-
on he can buy an equal amount OF
-four. not in excess Of half barrel.
This plan was recommended by
practically the unanimous vote OF
the county food administrators at
their meeting in Columbia on the
4th instant, and has been advocated
bv large number of prominent
people having knowledge of condl-
tions in South Carolina.
The national administration was
by wire Immediately consulted about
il. and on Saturday gave its con-
scnt to the plan. For the informa-
ton of county food administrators
and food representatives over this
state, millcrs, and farmers, the iol-
lowing is a description of the pro
cedure necessary for farmers ito
obtain flour upon miller's certif'
cate.
The farmer takes his corn to the
mill and has it ground. He signs
? certificate which the millers Will
have, stating number in his family
or tenants for which he buys, the
! rrnourt of flour he has on hand
and agreeing to use in his house
hold equal weights of flour and sub
stitutes. Thereupon the miller signs
?, certificate as to the number o1
:! pounds of meal ground. This Ger
tifcate is then filed with the grocer
and thereupon the farmer can bu!
an equal weight Of flour, but in NJ
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-02-22
Notice of Democratic
~. Primary Elecion
FuR MAYOR AND SIX AEDEE
MEN EN THE CRY OF ABB
REvnLE.

Notice IS hereby given that
Democratic Primary Election "
be held Tuesday, March 18th, 191
for the purpose Of choosing 9 May
and one Alderman from Ward on
Two Aldermen from Ward 1
one for full term and one for un1sI nm
pired; two Aldermen from Wal
Three, one for full term and q
for unexpired term; one AldermI
for Ward Four. As Demoeral
Nominees to be voted for at the ei
ton to be held on the second Tul
day in April, 1913.
Pledges must be fled and
paid to the City Clerk not. later Il
March 14th, 1913.
Managers of Elections: At Shd
J. L. Clark, James, Taggarti Ii.
Dausby; at Cotton Mills John
Evans, A. H., Barnett, and j..
Langley; at City Hall, F. w
Nance, T. C. Seal and c. A. Bot
Should second, primary be ne
sary it will be held Tuesday, Ma
26th, 1918.
NJ. J. ASHLEY,
Chairman Democratic
cutive Commil
215-0t Feb. % .ia6