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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-13
CHARLES THINKS
AUSTRIANS NEED
SON AS MONARCH

Geneva, Thursday, Dec. Ire
storation of the monarchy is the
only hope of a-Hungary for
the establishment of internal po-
litical order, said former Emperor
Charles, speaking with friends at
his home near here recently. He
added he would not be a candidate
but would strongly support the
claims of his son, under monarch
list tutellage and backed by the al
lies, with whom the former en-
peror desires to remain on friendly
terms. -
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-13
PLOW COMPANY
WORKERS REPORT
MONDAY MORNING

Employees OF the Rock Island
Pillow company are not to report for
work Sunday at midnight, as has
been the case during the coal ban,
but instead to report Monday morn
ing at o'clock when the old sched-
ule will be resumed
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-13
CONCERN BACK
TO OLD HOURS

The Rock Island Manufacturing
company will return to operation
on its regular schedule beginning
Monday morning, it was announced
this afternoon.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-13
PUBLIC NOTICE.

I will not be responsible fer any
debts contracted by d. ]. Craig in
the name of the Byerly-C Craig Roof
ing company after this date, Dec.
Is, 1919. G. w. BYERLY.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
VALLEY NEEDS DRAINAGE

The fact that the entire Sioux Val
has been largely under water at times
during the big rains of the past few
weeks has convinced number of the
land owners along the valley that it
is an imperative necessity for them
to have some help in addition to the
winding river, in carrying off the sur
plus water. There is at present an
effort being made by some who live
on the lower land near the river, 10
make a start in this direction and get
an organization effected that will can
vass the situation thoroughly and pre-
sent the matter to the land owners
who have experienced trouble with
water during the late flood period. II
has also been suggested that the Com
mercial Club, or some civic body in
Brookings, take this matter up and
see that it is investigated by the
farmers, for the very reason that as
long as the city depends on the sur
rounding community for it's own pro
press and for it's support, then the
prosperity Of that surrounding farm
ing country is just as vital to the city
as to the farmers. 1t is also Just as
vital to the farmers of other parts Of
the country, as their success is large
ly allied with the success of the coun-
ty. The value of our land does not
depend simply and solely on the fer
tility of one quarter section or one
neighborhood, but rather on the corn
bined prosperity Of the whole county.
This is a matter that interests not
only the farmer who has suffered from
the present surplus of water, but it
also interests every man who has con
tingent interests of any kind.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
SAILOR BOY HOME

Robert Corbin, who was one of our
city's contributions to the personnel
of the navy was discharged over a
week ago and arrived last week from
Newport News, Va All during his
service. since his training period, Rob
ert has been attached to the battle
ship New York, one OF the big super
dreadnaughts Of sea fighters. He was
with this vessel when it was part of
our feet attached to the British feet
and was present when the German
navy was surrendered so ignominious-
ly. After the armistice the feet was
ordered home and then later followed
the practice cruise in the Caribbean
Sea and a tour into South American
waters Robert greatly enjoyed his
life at sea and while the work was
hard and the duties many, he has re-
turned home looking as fine as any Of
his friends could ask His grand
mother, Mrs. f. H. Patterson, and his
mother, Mrs. e. J. Corbin, were glad
indeed to have him return and his
many friends in the city welcome him
most heartily.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
NEW BUILDING PROJECT

The building owned by Mrs. E. r
Hubbart and now occupied by Mrs
Adamson's cafe, was sold this week tC
the Columbia Clothing Co. In talk
with Mr.. Quail, resident partner and
manager, the Register learns that II
is the intention of the company to
erect fine two-story brick building
suitable for their growing business
1t may not be possible for them to
accomplish this during this year, bui
if not, then next year will see the
building erected as soon in the spring
as possible. The columbia has al
ways been very popular clothing es
tablishment and under Mr.. Quail's
management is forging fast to the
front. Every one will be pleased to
know of this project and the success
of the company means also the better
ment of the city by new building
The Register congratulates Mr. Quail
and his partners on their enterprise
and business acumen.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
STATE HISTORIAN VISITS CITY

Brookings entertained, during the
week of the combined teachers insti-
tute, Doane Robinson, who Is secre-
tary of the state historical society,
state statistician and has charge of all
the historical work connected with the
state government. Mr.. Robinson was
formerly a newspaper publisher, has
long been considered one of our own
poets and has made many researches
into the early and later history of our
state and her foundation. During the
institute Mr.. Robinson lectured on
South Dakota history and on the af-
ternoon of Thursday last spoke on
the Last Stand OF the Sioux" Very
few in the state have the intimate
knowledge Of affairs as does this gen.
tleman and his address was one of
the finest given during the meeting.
During his stay in the city he was en-
tertained by a number of his old
friends and enjoyed every minute of
his visit to the utmost Brookings is
always glad to have Mr. Robinson
visit us and we hope that in the fu-
ture he may see his way to come
oftener.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
FREE SCHOOL BOOKS

On July first the new law passed
by the last legislature will go into eff
feet, which gives to the pupils of our
schools free text books for their use
This is an innovation for South Da-
kota, but such a law has been in eff
feet in many Of the states, especially
in the east, for many years. The
county auditor will arrange for the
purchase of the books and they will
be supplied to the school districts on
their reQuisition for the number need
ed in their respective districts. The
cost of the books will be charged
against each district and they will be
paid for out of the district funds rs
is provided by this new law Hereto
fore the books have been supplied in
this city through dealers who bought
them through the auditor and sold
them on a ten per cent basis of profit.
There has been great deal of dis
satisfaction among the dealers of some
counties regarding this arrangement
anu IhCy lhhI thO SIN vi
profit did not pay for the handling.
It is pointed out that in Brookings
the arrangement has been better and
that in the future the cost of the
books will come entirely from the dis
tricts, rather than from the parent.
Just at present County Auditor Alton
is busy getting all arrangements made
for the supply of the books and as
this necessitates lot of additional
labor for his office more help will be
required to handle the accounts and
keep the books. The law is a good
one in the minds of most taxpayers
and distributes the burden of educa-
tion equitably, as the whole state ben
efits by the education of its future
citizens.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
TREATY WILL Be
SIGNED TOMORROW
FUNCTION TO OCCUR AT YER.
SAiLLES-FRENCH CELEBRATE
THE NEWS WILDLY
SIOUX VALLEY NEEDS MORE DRAINAGE
The Valley Farms Convinces Own
ers OF This Immediate Need

The latest reports from Germany
coming by way of Paris, say that the
German national assembly has voted
to endorse the signing Of the peace
treaty by vote of 23S to 1877, The
German government has endeavored
to get some extra item allowed them
for the consideration of the treaty,
but the council composed of Wilson,
Clemenceau and George refused any
extension of the time. The German
government at Wimar has formally
signified its intention and willingness
to sign the treaty and the indication
now is that it will be done today at
the latest. One fear in delay in the
thorization of the Italian delegates in
Paris to sign for that country. In
their note of acceptance of the terms
the Germans maintain their position
will maintain to the last that these
are signing while under duress and
that it is an impractical and unfair
treaty.
That there is truth in the reports
from abroad is evidence by the fact
that President Wilson has ordered the
transport George Washington to be
in readiness for him to embark ON his
return to the United States on We'd
nesday. Under this arrangement the
president should reach this country by
the last of next week. 1t is expected
that he will present the treaty to the
senate at once on his return and then
that body will be expected to take ac.
tion of some sort on its rejection or
acceptance.
A still later report from Germany
to Paris says that Herman Maeller,
new German foreign secretary will
head delegation to Paris and that
they sill arrive Friday morning and
that two o'clock in the afternoon has
been set for the signing. Premier
Clemenceau, who is president of the
peace council has completed the ar
rangements for the ceremonies which
will be held. Clemenceau has also
announced that as soon as the treaty
is promulgated that he will resign his
office as the work which he set out to
accomplish when he became premier
has beel completed. 1t is current
opinion in Paris that the French par
lament will ratify the treaty late in
July.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
ANOTHER BOY RETURNS

Another one of our soldier boys is
back home from duty. Burdick Haug-
en- came home Sunday evening, hav-
ing been discharged from the army.
He was in the searchlight instruction
and installation work and for time
last summer was attached to Ellington
Field, Texas. After the armistice was
signed he was sent with number OF
others to give big searchlight demon
strations in the eastern cities in con-
nection with the Victory Loan and had
quite a tour of the big cities of the
coast Later he was sent to camp
in Florida and remained there until
the time of his discharge. The trip
to the southern camp was made from
Washington by truck carrying all the
paraphernalia of their branch of the
service While at Ellington Field he
was attached to the flying planes in
the use of the light, having the rank
of observer. Burdick is looking fine
and evidently has enjoyed the work
and excitement of his army expert
ence We are all glad to have him
home in such fine health.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
BAND CONCERT IN PARK

The band OF the 147th Field Artil-
in the late war, visited the city yes
terday and in the evening gave con-
cert in High School park which was
attended by a big crowd of people.
The automobiles lined the streets
around the park and the grounds were
filled 1t was first advertised that the
band would appear at the Pleasant
Hour theater, but other arrangements
were made and the open air concert
given with a collection taken after
wards A lack of advertising by the
advance agent of the band had not
given much notice to our people that
we would be honored by this visit and
therefore advance sale of tickets did
not promise much OF a crowd. AS
soon as the matter was given public
ity after the arrival of the band yes
terday. Ii was found best to make
these other arrangements. Prof. A.
T. Ireland, who formerly played with
the old-time Brookings band, is the
musical director and the boys are IN
very fine trim as musicians. Two
boys, Phipps and Hubbard, who went
to war from here as members OF Com
pany C, are members Of the band, and
our people gave them and the band a
right royal welcome. They are travel
ing over the state in private car
before disbanding and are meeting
with a warm reception wherever they
appear. In the evening. after the
concert, dance was given at the
College Armory and large and hap
py crowd attended and made the
evening one long to be remembered
About one hundred couples were on
the floor and the music furnished by
the band was very fine for dancing
purposes. Everybody in Brookings en-
joyed this visit of the band OF our
famous regiment
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
CLOSING DAYS Of
FINE INSTITUTE
TY COMBINED INSTITUTE
ARE A SUCCESS
FREE SCHOOL BOOKS FOR ALL PUPILS
New Law Goes Into Effect First OF
July Which Gives Free Text Books
To All OF Our Schools

The big seven county combined in.
stitute closed last Saturday morning
in time for those who desired to
leave for their homes on the morning
train east, could do so. Thursday af-
ternoon at the assembly Doane Rob-
inson, state historian, entertained the
large audience with a magnificent ad-
dress on the last Indians Of the state
and on Friday at assembly DR.. Gage,
president of Huron College, also deliv-
cred a mastery address that inter-
ested a large audience. Before the
closing Superintendent Mcdonald, the
conductor congratulated the teachers
on their close application to the de-
tails of their work and the faithful
manner in which they had maintained
the attendance. He also gave it as
his opinion that the results of the in
stitute were of the widest value and
would have a pleasing effect on the
school history of these counties inter-
ested. Dean Brown also made an in
teresting talk and DR.. Johnson, the
coming president of State College.
cordially invited the teachers to come
again and to make all possible use of
the facilities for education that the
college afforded This will probably
be the last joint institute, as the new
educational law provides for county
Institutes to be held at different
part of the year and of only three days
duration. Those who are in posi-
tion to know, claim that the talent
was the finest that has ever been, got
ten together in the state. and that the
work done by the teachers is far be-
yond all expectations. There were
hibit of pictures being the only one
Of an educative nature. Miss Lillian
j osbach Of st. Paul, was present with
an advertising display from the N. w.
had salesman with text books for
the use of the teacher and Miss Sara
Reeves of Watertown was taking sub
scriptions for educational publications.
Altogether 1t was an extremely
thorough educational meeting, taught
by an excellent corps of instructors
and attended by teachers who have
put their whole strength of mind and
body into the work they have under
taken. It's equal has perhaps never
been held in the state.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
PRESIDENT IN RESIDENCE

Willis e. Johnson takes his position
as president of State College with the
beginning of the month of July. The
family have moved to the city and are
domiciled in the presidents residence
on Medary avenue opposite the cam
pus. During the past week or two DR..
Johnson has been away visiting other
colleges He attended the commence
ment exercises at the University of
Minnesota where he was granted the
degree of doctor of philosophy for
work done. This degree is not given
as a compliment or honor, but must
be worked for the same as ether uni
versity degrees. The household goods
of the family arrived several days
ago and Mrs. Johnson arrived this
week and is getting settled in their
distinguished couple to our midst and
our citizens are Loyalty behind the
new president in every effort that lie
puts forth for the building up of State
College. There is universal senti-
ment among our people that as true
citizens Of our state and nation We
should give the new executive every
support that he sees fit to ask for.
Outside of any personal or selfish in
terest which we might locally have,
the upbuilding of State College is one
of tho most vital necessities of orr
growing state.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
MAYOR BUYS DWELLING

w. H. Leighty was the successful
bidder at the auction of the former
Baptist parsonage held last week. I'm
der the terms of the sale he must re-
move the dwelling in fifteen days, and
work has already been started on the
basement on his lots on Main street
north of Seventh avenue, to which 10
cation he will move the building. This
is a fine dwelling and when placed
on the lots north of where the Leigh
tvs ars now living, will make one OF
the most pleasant residences in north
Brookings. Purchasing a house and
moving it makes it much more possi
BILE for anyone to have living place
before next winter Mr.. Leighty is to
be congratulated upon the purchase.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
NEW GARAGE FIRM.

The popular Brown Garage has been
sold during the past week to the firm
of harrington, Vessey & Conover, who
come here from Washington Springs
and have taken possession and are
doing business at the old stand These
men have large garage at Wessing-
ton Springs and are reported to have
in contemplation system of Ford
stations in the state. Ivan Conover,
is at present the resident managing
partner. but the expectation is that
all Of the gentlemen will move to
Brookings as soon as possible. j. H..
Harrington and T. f. Vessey are rfIe
other members of the firm and they
all come to Brookings with the best
words of the people in their former
home. All three of the gentlemen
were in the city the first part of the
week closing up the deal and Mr.. Con-
over remains to conduct the business
as noted for the time being. Brook
ings will gladly welcome the families
to a residence among us and assure
them that the business OF the com
munity is that of growing city who
is making the greastest strides pos
sible to a sane and well developed
growth. Mr.. Brown will not engage
in any other enterprise for the time
being, and will take a well earned
rest after number of years given
to active business life.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
TORNADO SWEEPS
MINNESOTA CITY
HOMES WRECKED, BUSINESS SEC.
TIoN DEMOLISHED, GREAT
LOSS OF LIFE
FIGHTING BAND GIVES CONCERT HERE
Visits Brookings During Concert
Tour OF The State

A terrible tornado struck Fergus
Falls, Minnesota, last Sunday and not
only killed large number of people,
but did an immense amount-of destruc-
tion to property. From the reports it
would seem that three storms CEN.
tered there and in short time hit
different portions of the city and
wrought it's havoc. Latest reports
give the number Of dead as over fifty
and the number Of residences demol-
shed as one hundred and eighteen,
with one hundred and ten other dwell
houses on the main street, with
large three Story hotel were also in
the direct path OF the storm. At the
Grand Hotel the greatest number of
dead were found The money value
of the damaged property will reach
into the millions, perhaps about three
million being the maximum estimate
of the amount. Relief was rushed to
the scene from the Twin Cities and
companies of the national guard were
sent there to take control Of the sit
uation Governor Burnquist and the
adjutant general are on the scene and
with the mayor of the city and a re-
lief committee have assumed charge.
Supplies of provisions are being
shipped in and all efforts made to
relieve the distress. A lady from
there was visiting at the home OF An
drew Olson in this city and at once
started for her home. but a telegram
received for her here stated that her
family were safe. The family of Miss
Olga Larson, stenographer in the Of
fee of G. F. Knappen. lives there and
she has received word that they es-
capped any material damages. 1t Is re-
ported that not single church re-
mains standing, though only minor
damage was done to the two colleges
located there. yhe state hospital for
the insane also escaped, the most loss
of life being in the business portion
of the city and along the Ottertail
river The beautiful Lake Alice in
the northern part of the city, lined
with residences, is mass of debris
and other bodies may have been swept
into it's waters. Reconstruction work
will proceed as soon as the wrecks
are cleared away Is the statement Of
the mayor. This will take about
week or more to accomplish.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
"BOOZE" STOLEN

Several cases of whisky were ship.
ped to Verdi, Mimi. one day this
week and no express agent meeting
the late train they were carried to
Elkton and stored in the depot Office
for return east the next morning. Dur.
ing the night In some way not well
explained three cases of the booze
were taken from the depot and the
sheriff is now busy getting the mat.
ter arranged so that someone will pay
the penalty.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
AVIATOR VISITS HERE

Lieut.. Harmon Kopperud of the av'
iation service, was a visitor in the
city Saturday and Sunday with his old
friend and service mate. Lieut.. Horace
Jones Hopper" is back in civil life
and at present undecided what he will
do, but he has been placed in the re-
serves and is subject to the call OF
his country and would be very glad to
get back into aviation. He had a
pleasant visit with many Of his friends
and Is the same genial and hearty
young man as of his college days.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
BACK FROM. FARMING

Phillip Schlarb has returned from
the country west Of the Missouri riv.
er. where he spent the past year in
farming operations. and as he says,
"he is now a retired farmer" He is
as brown as berry and seems to have
benefited in health from his efforts in
making crops grow He Is at present
taking vacation before engaging in
active business life.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
STATE OF TRADE

The state Of trade over the country
reported by Bradstreet's for last week
shows activity and optimism. Warm
weather helps trade and crops. More
buying for fall noted. Iron and steel
more active. with output enlarging.
Lumber advancing. Wheat reports
better. Corn makes up some lost
time. Stock market rallies after call
money squeeze. Clearings of record
size. Failures few. Prices strong.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
ATTEND ELkTON FUNERAL

Mrs. w. II. and Miss Mary Murphy
went to Elkton this morning, calied
there to attend the funeral OF VIII
liam p. Murphy. a nephew of Mr.. MUIR
ply, who died on the Pacific coast
and whose body was brought back for
burial. w. H. and John Murphy will
70 down this evening to be present At
the funeral tomorrow.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1919-06-26
BAND CONCERT

The Brookings Municipal Band will
give its regular weekly concert Fri
day evening, June 27, Carl Christen-
sen, director. Soloist, Laurence Olson,
tenor. Following is the program:
l March-Headliner .... Troutman
2 Overture-Morning, Noon and Night
3 (a) The Passing of the Red Man. &. 4.
ANih 3
Gncidental oboe Solos by
Mr. Brown)
CD Patrol-The Blue and the Gray
How So Fair. from Martha. .Flotow
(Mr. OlsOn)
5 Waltz Suite-Ange d'Amour .......
............. .......... Waldtenlei
Three Dances from Henry VIII....
Morris Dance
Shepherds Dance
Torch Dance
7 Caprice-Mimi .............. Leigh
Songs of Scotland ......... .Lampe
8 March-The Proclamation. Hughes
Star Spangled Banner
On account of the band having an
engagement on Friday, July 4th, at
De Smet, next weeks concert will be