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Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
ORDINANCE No. 81.
Ordinance Fixing the Lew Of Taxes for the Year
1918 and ApportiOning Same Among the
Several Funds.


Ordinance Fixing the LevG Of Taxes for the Year
1918 and Apportioning Same Among the
Several Funds.
Section l. Be it ordained by the May
or and Board of Aldermen of the City
of Macon, Mississippi, that TOR the year
1918 an advalorem tax of ~ mills on
the dollar is hereby levied on all pro-
pertv assessed for taxes in the city OF
Macon. Mississippi, to be apportioned
among the several funds as follows /:
For general purposes, 52 mills on
the do lar. II.
For school purposes, Z mills on the
dollar. .
For bond and interest purposes, 3
mills on the dollar.
For sinking fund ~ mills on the dol
lar.
Section 2. Be it further ordained
that the occasion being urgent. TINS or
dlnance can be in force and take eitect
from and after its passage.
Approved this the lst day of October,
1918. JAS. u. HoRRoN,
Attest: "ayoi'
]. J. SCOTT, Clerk.
|. j. J. Scott, City Clerk, hereby Ger
tify that the above and foregoing Ordl'
nance was duly passed at a regular ad
iourned meeting of the Mayor anC
Board of Aldermen. held Monday Octo
her It'll. same having been reduced t.
writing was considered and voted upor
by sections, then as a whole. Alderman
Allen, Featherston, Patty. Patty ant
Cearge voting yea, none voting, nay
said Ordinance was passed and adopted
and ordered spread on the Minutes ant
6Ied ]. j. SCOTT,
City Clerk
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Personal and Local Items


Rev. P. c. Barley was called to
his old home at Faunsdale, Ala, TINS
week on account Of the death Of his
mother.
Miss Lucille Shelton, who has been
with the Book Store this tall,Was
able to resume her duties after a few
at home with the flu.
Mr.. and Mrs. Barrett CockrelI'
who now W the house formerly oc-
cupied by DR.. F. A. Thompson, have
two children quite i'll with influenza.
Mr.. Emmett Dantzler was confined to
his bed several days this week and
Mrs. Dantzler and Mrs. Bette Lee
kept his store open for him.
Mr.. and Mrs. Irby Adams are re-
ioicing over the arrival of a daughter
born to them Friday, October 18th
at DR.. McKinley's infrmary in Col
umbus.
Five of Postmaster Fant's family,
and this does not include himself, were
i'll this week with the previling mala,
dy. None are seriously i'll and all I'M
proving.
DR.. Hubbard, of Mashulaville, was
town today and stated that there mac
been about IT'S cases of influenza IN
his section, but that it was aoatlne
some and none of his patients were
in a dangerous condition.
Mr.. J. +. Jones was prescriptions
at Ed. NJ. Murphey's this week, Mr.
Murphey and Mr.. Wherry both being
i'll. Mr.. Wherry's condition is still Sc
rious. Miss Fannie May, professiona
nurse, has had charge of the case.
The letter from Mrs. Moberly un
der head of "Red Cross Notes" Il
in regard to sending Christmas pack
agesages to the soldier boys II
France. Every one interested shoult
read it carefully. By complying
with the regulations a great deal 0
trouble will be saved.
"A telegram announcing the deaf
of Mr.. Jas. Glenn, the only brothe
of Mrs. j. T.. Sargent, Jr., was IT
ceived in Macon this Afternoon
Mrs. Sargent,s friends in Macon deel
e ly sympathize with her in her athl'
S ton.
Superintendent of Education, Char
d dler and his wife were doth quite
y this week, but the former is now alb
a to be out. Mr.. Chambers sister, WI
teacher in the school at Shuquala
came up and nursed them during the
a illness.
y Mr.. E. V. Yates and his family wit
the exception of little Charlotte, ha'
: been i'll this week with the flu. Mr.
Yates fever was very high for a d;
9 or two, which caused the family mu'
uneasiness, but she is now much il
~ proved.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
TRUSTEES SALE.

Tee tate Of Mis,i sippi. NoXubee county
BY virtue dfthe pro- sions OF a certain deed OF
,rn p3 syecutal by Jack shaw and his wife ouls'
lana shaw on tac 18th day Of Februdr l9l1, 70
4. 7. Dent as t. 70 secure TO Anna p
Dent a certain ind. tirsr rs therein mentioned,
said trust deed lpDnr rr. dcd IN Decd BOOK no;
~ ~ !, az io raa % CLERKS office in said
county. / the Undersigned as trustee, will on
Monday. the 2lst day Of october. 1918.
WV az Macon proceed o. ar'l Of auction to the
highest bidder for cash. the north han northwest
ouarter and southwest quarter. all In SECTION Il,
township II north. range Il east.
The property mentioned in said trust ueeo 10
ceedings. a. -.
This. Sept. %, 1918 ll"S''
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18

The influenza epidemic is on the
wane to some extent, as the doctors
are reporting fewer cases in the last
few days. There has been reported
about 100 cases, and a great many
cases have not been attended by a
physician, and consequently not re-
ported.
The health Bulletins show that a
great many cases where the patient
has been up six days, are stricken
with pneumonia, which is very fatal
following this disease. Most chill
dren recovering from influenza are
left very weak, and the fact that a
patient has had influenza does not
render him immune, and it is still
| necessary to be careful, as the pa
| tient some time has influenza twice
Owing to these facts | think it is
my duty to ask that all schools re-
main closed until October 28th, and
this time will be extended if the sit
uatio n demands it. The United
States Public Health Service de-
mands that every precaution be tax
en- in order to eradicate thin disease.
The following are suggestions
have received from the State Board
of Health, which will prove of i'm
mense value if followed:
If you feel a sudden chill or chilly
sensation, followed by musular pain,
headache, baokache, unusual tirednes'
and fever, 60 to bed at once.
See that there is enough bed-clothinG
is keep you warm.
Open all windows in your bedroom
and keep them open at all times, ex
cept in rainy weather.
!. Take medicine to open the bowel
, freely.
Take some nourishing food, as milk
egg and milk, or broth every fou
hours.
Stay in bed until a physician tellsyo
: that it is safe to get up.
Allow no one else to sleep ihthe sam
n bed.
Protect others by sneezing and cough
ing into handkerchiefs or cloths, whic
shonld be boiled or burned.
Insist that who ever gives you waite
or food or enters the sick-room' for ar
Z other purpose shall wear a gauze masl
y dhis may be obtained from the Missis
u ippi State Board of Health, or may |
made at home of four to six folds
If gauze which should cover the rose al
ID mouth and be tied behind the head.
~ 1t is very desirable that Hotel and Re
%taurant Proprietors see that all dishe
le knives, forks and spoons used on I
table are washed clean and boiled
water or treated with live steam.
H. The h~ousekeeper should also see tn
the dishes, knives, forks and spoons
60 her home are cleened and boiled in wat
The tableware should be made clean
this way, regardless Of an influenza e.
n, demic, and it is absolutely essential
at this time.
c. r. BUSH,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
LIFTS GASOLINE BAN.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17.-Fuel Admin
i~strator Garfield today lifted the en-
barge on easolineless Sundays, effec-
tive at once
Should gasoline stocks again fall
low. it was staed at the fuel admins
tration, the request will be renewed.
1t is probable that priority orders
will degin for shipment Of gasoline
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18

The chancery clerks Office has been
closed this week for the first time
in the county's history. Clerk Tyson
and all his deputies have been con-
fined to their beds. The same can be
said of the circuit clerk and superin-
tendent Of education as both have
been confined to their beds all week.
Mr.. Minor has kept the formers Of
flee open. The sheriff's office was
the only one of the court house that
has been run as as under normal con
ditions,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
NOTICE.
No, pa.

Sealed bids are invited to be flled with the
undersigned Clerk on or before Two O'CLOCK
p. m. on
Monday, the 4th day of Ncvembe. 1918
for painting the iron bridges of the county,
Cali on the undersigned for specifications
THE contract will be let to the lowest bid
der who must, during the meeting 1T which
the contract is awarded. enteI into formal
contract and furnish bond, with sufficient
sureties. for the prompt, proper and e%fhcient
performance of the contract In penalty not
less the contract price. The Board reserves
the right to reject any or all bids.
Nv order OF the Board Of SUPERVISOR thts
John A. TYSON, Clerk
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
CARD OF THANKS.

Mr., and Mrs. Will Cheatham and
Mrs. Bette Lee wish to extend their
sincere appreciation for the assis-
lance and sympathy extended them
during the recent illness death of
their nephew, Wilson Stewart.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
c. r. BUSH,
County Health Officer
LAND FOR SALE

The prairie land known as the j. II.
Pierce place of 12O acres and the 7. NJ.
Pierce place of DO acres in Noxubee
county. A chance to get a good piece
of prairie land cheap. For further in
formation write
MAER REALTY Co.,
Columbus, Miss.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
LOST. STRAYED OR STOLEN.

One ba y mare, about ten years
old, both hind feet white, star in
forehead, in good shape, and shod.
Last seen neal Oil Mill, sast Satur-
day. Reward for information.
WILL WILLIAMS
at Oil Mill.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18

Mr.. and Mrs. j. F. Ames announce
the approaching marriage Of their
daughter Sara Fisher, to Mr.. Ed
mond Lewis Patty. The wedding to
take place November 18th, 1918.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
HEREFORD BULL FOR SALE.

A five-year old Hereford bull, splen-
did animal in good shape. for sale. Also
want to rent a six or eight room house.
S. ARMSTRONG,
MACON, MISS.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18

WANTED-To REM or lease tor three
wears a place containing from 400 to
GOO acres, with good house and cabins.
Address Box Il, Route 2, Macon. Miss.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18

GILT-One pretty cherry red gilt,
registered, ready to breed; weight
around 200 pounds. For sale.
T. G. HARVEY.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
RESIDENCE 0 SALE.

Ny residence in Macon is for sale.
Also an upIight piano for sale at a bar
gain. MRS. W. y. BARNES, JR.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
WANTED

One frst-class combination sad
die and harness horse. Must be well
broke and not afraid of autos.
N. SCALES.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
SEED OATS.

Lever & Elkin have for sale a
quantity of Texas Red Rust Proof
Seed Oats.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1918-10-18
ANNOUNCEMENT

EVERYTHING is going UP, Flour, Meal, Meat
Sugar, Coffee, Taxes, Insurance, Rent and LABOR
We have been able, so far, to maintain our place OF
long as possible, however, | can no longer afford to pay a
mechanic high wages and let him make some minor adjust.
ment on your car that you should do yourself. which Will
take up from fifteen to thirty minutes OF his time, ana not
make a charge for the labor.
Therefore on and after this date we will not undertake
any lob it matters not how small tor less than FOKl1
Because of the scarcity of Tabor it should be your pat1o-
tic duty to make all minor adjustments and repairs on your
car yourself thereby relieving my workmen for some more
important Jobs.
have on hand a large stock of Ford parts that l Will be
clad to sell to you and let you make your repairs yourself.
The Ford Motor Company have fixed charges for all
labor operations covering repair work at It's agencies ana III
the future we will SO strictly in accordance with these
charges.
We suggest that you make inquiries from this agency as
to the cost of any lob that you may have before you leave
the car, if the charge is not satisfactory to you then you are
At the liberty to take same to any other repair man at some
nearby town.
FREE AIR STATION FREE WATER STATION
GOOD GULF GASOLINE
UNITED STATES TIRES ARE GOOD TIRES
GARAGE
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02
"SACfDRUSHER" VISITS
OLD French CASTLES
Wilmer Boyer Tells of "Trip over
Iand ~ Flour lie lis.

soMEWHERE IN FRANCE, Feb.
~, Dearest Dad and Mother:
No doubt you would like 60 hear
from me and know where l am. for q
Is about two weeks since have writ
ten 10 you, But AS | said before you
needn't worry a bit for am all right
and will continue To be all right for
all time TO come.
am Al present on detached sery-
Ice NJ division headquarters quarter
master corps, only few miles from
my old outfit, and go over every
few days | am under Capt Hug hes
that ! have told you OF so often. 1
was with him on the Mexican border.
l am dolng nothin gbut drive the Cap
tsin's motorcycle around the eouAtry
feE him. get 30 see a lot of France
90 this part is the garden spot OF this
part OF the world, Part OF Il looks
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02
OREGON WAR WORKERS
CONFERENCE CALLED
Uniform Treatmcnt OF Various War
Activities IL Sought--Many Prob
lcrns Require Solution u Meet
ing May 22 and 20.

War workers OF every city ana
community are urged by Governor
withycombe to participate in the
first Oregon War Conference. to be
held in Portland. May 29 and 2S,
under the auspices OF the State Coun-
ell Of Defense. In a statement Issued
Governor withyoombe says;
because many matters OF vital
Importance will be discussed at Ore
CONS first war conference TO be held
In Portland May 22 and 20, ] re-
spectfully urge the war workers and
officials in the cities and communi-
ties Of Oregon, to make their best
effort to be present and participate
In the proceedings which are TO be
conducted under the auspices Of the
State Council OF Defense.
SO many OF the war time emergen-
oies arising In the various local COM
munlties are OF a similar nature that
Il would be both helpful and wise to
exchange views looking toward a uni
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02

outfit only II Is the commissary de,
partment OF the Aerial Corps which
was located somewhere In the U. s
and that Is pretty far off.
The weather ovar here is nice and
warm with every th;Ig green. The
trees are beginning to leaf out and
show sigas OF re:l life just like Uncle
san's army is going TO show the
Huns In few months. picked a
bunch OF wild psnsies about a week
agO up near my old outfit. thought
l was near San Diego. Cal, for a few
minutes but when came out OF my
dream l found myself a way across
the pond In AN old deserted back yard
of some Frenchman's house. The
place looked as tho no one had lived
there tor a Ions time. but Il did have
a beautiful garden and flower plots.
We don't know a thing about ter
racing in our country as these old
places and q lot OF new ones sure do
have some beautiful terraces and
flower beds. I've got my wicleyup
and yards all planned on the French
style lam sure going TO shaS yoa
how real place should look - that
10 when ] build d.
must write TO Herman. oodlss
Of love from year
Wilmer
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02

as though Il was built about 900 y,
c., for there is nothing left but the
ruins. I had "A chance To go through
AN old castle that was built centuries
ago by the kings of France, II was
sure some sight Ia sagebrusher and
chance that everybody don't get
| have been in a lot of pretty towns
since | have been driving the ma
chine and have covered a lot OF this
part of France. expect to he put in
the railroad yards pretty soon to
oversee the unloading of wood and
other freight II will seem like old
times for me Ia be around the ware
house unloading freight Hut ! won't
he put In the yards until the Captain
gets some other fellow TO drive his
motor. have been for a long time
trying to get into the quartermaster
corps and have just succeeded in be-
ing put ON detached service, hut ex-
peet TO be transferred soon, then
thtugs will be fine and dandy with
me.
l haven't been able to loeote my
old pal. Lou Farber, Ss he was trans
ferred to another organization Just
little while before l Was put ON de-
Isehed service don't know where
hs Is aud don't expect to see him be-
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02

fore we go over the top and have our
celebration In little old New York
town. Believe this boy is going TO
have real time when he gets back
II he has to get gloriously - -, TO
have IL. for haven't had much fun
since we have landed here so am GO
ing 10 make up for IL when | get
back to good old u. 5, A. hut at that
! am not kicking. for we didn't come
over here to have a good time OF eel
ebrate, as our old Uncle Sam sent us
over 20 do a job and we are going To
DO 1T, then celebrate afterwards.
haven't heard a scratch from YOU
since left the states hut the mail Is
coming lot faster now so l suppose
l will be getting my letters right
along from now ON. received 9
card from Ray from Camp Mills.
Long Island, and he wants me to
come over and sea him. He thinks
that | am at Camp Merritt. N. J. n
suppose that he Is 10 this part Of
the world by this time. never did
hear from cheley since no enlisted
and was sent to spokane. IL you
know his address write to MIN and
Eive him mine, SIS want to know
where ell we boys are or soms place
whereabouts. don't even know his
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02

form or cooperative treatment OF
tho different situations insofar az O
general plan could be worked out
feasibly and comprehensibly.
The success Of the coming confer.
enco depends largely of course upon
the measure OF support given by the
war workers OF Oregon who have thus
far enthusiastically and whole
heartedly promoted the general pa
triotic programme. May not.
therefore. rely upon the loyal people
Of oregon to assist the State Council
OF Defense in accomplishing con-
structive results7
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02

The last OF the owaches, the High
School annual were distributed this
week and are being admired by the
students and friends OF the High
School.
Mr.. and Mrs. =. l.. Stewart who
have lived in Ontario for a number OF
years are planning TO move to Boise
some time this month.
Attorney Frank March OF Baker,
and Jess Adrian leave here tomorrow
for a ten days trip thru the interior
IN the interest OF n. N. stanfleld's
candidacy for the Senate.
II. II Tunny has recovered from
severe attack OF the grip and is able
to be on the Job again at the Oregon
Packing establishment, 4,
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02

FOR sALE-Duroc Jersey pigs, eight
weeks old J. J. D1LLARD.
miles west OF Ontario II. n
The Ontario Argus. (Ontario, Or.) 1???-1947, 1918-05-02
Gus. G.. M0ser
KEFTIII.ItAN
President Oregon state senate

For vigorous prosecution OF the war to a
victorious conclusion
For strict business principles In manage
ment OF State affairs.
For Rural Credit Eytonsion. Irrigation
Drainage and Develop OF all
sources
For assistance by Po rtland Capital and bus
ness 10 every section o great state.
For the rights OF bot h labor and capital
der scheme OF mutual cooperation.
FOR GOOD ROADS. BUT FIGHTING THE
PAVING TRUST. We Arc paying about
5000 more per 10 foot mile of Bithulic Pave
nent In Oregon than l. being paid IN WASH
ington. Let US build cd roads In every
~ In the state-giye every county a square
deal
Elect MosER and 20 will forever Danish
the subtle Influence OF the Paving Trust from
Oregon politics.
AGGRfSSlvEly INDEPENDENT
(Paid Ady)
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1918-02-14
viii Commence The E.
Manufacture OF Nitre

Picking. Feb. 12.-It 10 reported
that many Of the farmers Of Kirin
and vicinity are going into the man
ufacture Of nitre as . side line. The
region abounds In ~saltpetre. Wula;
kali, north Of Kirin. and the country
around Kalunchieh station being
especially rich in this mineral.
1.-THE process Of manufacture by thu
farmers Is quite simple. consisting n
the collection Of earth containing
saltpetre, dissolving out the nitr'
with water. aud evaporatlng the wa
ter. mThe Kirin saltpetre office n
glad to get the nitre in any guam
tlty. as there is "a steady demaut
for, 1t In the manufacture Of gun
powder. ~ aa. sr,i Il
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1918-02-14
THE GRAND CANAL
os LOAN is SIGNED

Shanghai, Feb. 12.-According 10
the North China Herald. the Grand
Canal Loan Agreement. signed BY
Mr.. Ssiung Ssi-ling for the Chinese
government. and Mr.. Carey for the
American international Corporation
on November 80 involves $4,000. 600
United States currency to be Issued
at 90. with the interest rate at sew
on per cent. Three and q half mil,
lion dollars Of the loan win be- float.
ed In the United States and the re.
mainder elsewhere. 'a
The loan will run for twenty years
smortisation to commence after the
fourth year. Security is offered O as
Lands to be redeemed and ali the
revenues to be derived by govern
ment from government lands affect
ed by the work: taxes from ethei
lands affected by the work; tolls and
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1918-02-14

taxes from canals; properly purch-
ased or constructed with loan funds.
Should the revenues pledged be
insufficient to meet any obligations
contracted the government agrees 20
make up the amount from other
sources and to allocate a portion of
the stamp duty to this purpose.
The Stems Carey Canal end Rail-
way Company has been given the
contract for the work at q remun-
Grafton Of ten per cent on the total
expenditure. Chinese materials shall
be given preference. prices being
equal. The government will appoint
a director general. and an American
chief engineer and auditor shall be
appointed In consultation. In the
event of any breach in the agree
ment, the security shall be transfer
red and administered by the corpor-
alton or Maritime Customs in the
interests Of the bondholders. r.
The engineering accountancy AMI
contracting cannot be transferred or
delegated to any except an American.
The loan covers the work only ia
Chilli and shantung provinces. but
the corporation will have first claim
on any extension of the work in
Kiangsu. Although lot mentioned
in the agreement, It Is understood
that the two and . half million dol
lars will be furnished BY the Indus
trial Bank o. Tokyo. with which the
international Corporation has sep
arate agreement relating to supplies.
materials, etc.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1918-02-14

DvI tne uress where plain material
and q Figured one. Or materials of
different colors. are combined IL
really the last word in smartness.
Then, too. 1t ID real economy. for
there are surprising things In store
for the person who does combine
colors and materials nicely. in the
small amount needed. The dress IL
Illustrated here Is a forerunner of
summer. Straight and simple as II
can be, the lowered wolfe Is charm
ing combined with the plain wolfe Of
the upper waist and girdle. The
sleeves are tight (what sleeves are
net these days when we almost need
a shoe-horn to get into them?). but
they. too. are conserving material!
The ever-present knitting bag has
one Of those stunning applique mo-
tits on 1t. and II they were not SO
carefully chosen the brilliant colors
would clash horribly and the result
be hideous. for they are brilliant
blue. orange. and yellow In between
mustard and lemon. III
..6y Pipings, Hemstitching and
Tucks IT,
There are several interesting
things one can add to materials that
absolutely take the place of trim
ming. One may pipe the seams il
white, black or a contrasting color;
one may putt in tucks, In groups. or
plaid effects or singly. and one may
have the frocks hemstitched. also in
groups. plaid effects or singly. Sey-
|eral rows OF hemstitchingi above the
hem OF dress ARE most effective,
andpof course another possibility II
the picot edge. Collars may have
tiny rufflss Of ths. same material A.
the dress. with either narrow LACE
or picot' eAsins. ostill. with all the
cry or the trimmingless dress. there
q I good deal Of embroidery on the
more elaborate things,n Applique de-
sigaspin felt. satin,. silk or Bingham