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The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
Keokuk People Will Have Chance to
JOLT Holshevism and I. w. w. In
This New Organize.
l tion. l; a
WAS FORMED IN EAST
Conference In New York Resulted IN
Birth Of This Movements and
viii Mean Death to
Radicals.

The United American league, an
organization to combat the wave OF
bolshevism, I. w. W., and other radl-
cal fads that are sweeping the nation
has been formed, and Keokuk people
will be asked to join the organlza-
ton before very long This organi-
cation has for its purpose the stamp.
ing out of radical propaganda ana
similar non-essentials.
At a conference in New York to
form this league, a representative Of
the federal intelligence bureau re-
ported that the government now mas
definite record of $4,000 men and
women who are deroting all or their
time to an effort to develop unrest
This government agent further re-
ported that, while large majority OF
these radical agitators were working
in the big industrial centers OF the
country, both east and west, about
Ii, 900 were devoting their entire en-
orgies to what are known as rural
states"
Another very startling report was
made by this same government agent,
who said that reliable data had been
collected with reference to the num-
Der OF men and women who are de-
voting all of their time to preaching
Americanism and good citizenship.
The number is little less than 600.
The New York conference, therefore,
Immediately set itself to the task Of
developing basic information which
could be sent to the loyal men and
women all over the United States who
want to help combat the unrest pro-
paganda but who have not given to
the subject q sufficient study to en-
able them to logically and completely
meet all of the carefully worked out
arguments of the radicals.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

ments, but doubted he would attempt
an incursion into American terri
tory.
INQUIRIES have been dispatched TO
Admiral Hugh Rodman, commander
of the Pacific fleet, and to the Amer
lean consul at Mazatlan to learn
whether H. v. Leonard and H. o.
Martin, United States sailors. are
still in Jail there. Officials of the
state department had been under the
impression that the men had been
released until press dispatches ar
rived saying they remained in prison
THE sailors were reported to have
beaten a Mexican.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
SNOW COMING
FOR THURSDAY
Long Range Weather Forecast Makes
il Look as Though Santa Claus
Would Be Able to Use His
Sleigh and Reinceers.

That Santa Claus will discard the
airplane and auto and stick to his
old fashioned RENDERS and sleigh Is
the latest dope from the weather
bureau. The governments experts
who dish I'D the weekly forecasts
see snow for Christmas.
The weather report is for normal
temperatures the first part OF the
week in the Mississippi valley, ana
FOR snow about Wednesday or
Thursday.
This ought to please the people
who are asking for a white CHRIST
mas.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
|FF|C|AL REPORT
OF SUPERVISORS.
that the Lee County Board Did at
the Last Session Which was
Held at the County
Court House.
|HE BILLS ALLOWED
Eocee dIngs OF Body are Herewith
Given as They Appear on the
Records, for Benefit
Of Citizens.

TT Madison, Iowa, Nov. 8, 1919.
bard OF Supervisors,
ee County. Iowa
entlemen:
For the bonds to be issued in anu
bation of the assessment maue
bon the lands of Green Bay levee
a drainage district No. z, ior the
kditional levees, bitches and other
bproyements recommended IN the
Eamended report of the engineer
hich has been approved and adopt
by your board and with the under
Ending that the said bonds are 10
lar interest at s per annum, pay
HE semi-annually at the First Ma
bnal bank, Burlington. Iowa, ana
at such bonds are to be delivered
the undersigned not later than
{irty DAYS from this date unless ex-
{nded by the undersigned in writ
. we offer you the sum of par and
kcued interest upon delivery in
jtisfactory form at said bank, PRIOR
delivery of said bonds you are TO
krnish us with a complete certlned
hnscript OF all proceedings mao re-
hing to this issue of bonds and
ther papers evidencing their legal
to the satisfaction of Messrs.
hapman. Cutler and Parker Of Chi
leo. together with their unquallf1ed
Borrowing opinion. 1t is understood
al in examining those documents
Id furnishing any legal services IN
lis matter. said firm are acting as
Storneys for said drainage district
ID all their charges are to be paid
said district whether their
binions shall be favorable or I'M
|vorable.
In the event that said issuance OF
lid bonds shall be delayed FOR any
kason beyond thirty days, we are
evertheless to have the first right
purchase same upon the terms Of
lis bid when the issue has been
pmpleted.
It is understood that the purchase
fice of these bonds shall be de-
bsited in said First National bank
Burlington, Iowa, which bank
ball pay the drainage district per
INT on daily balance to be credited
|onthly.
tSigned) CHAS. +. BROOK.
IL the above bid is accepted the
hdersigned bank agrees to pay the
lterest specified above and said
bnk agrees to furnish security for
bid deposits as provided by law.
IRST NATIONAL BANK OF BUR
LINGTON.
By Chas. f. Brook, President.
The following resolution was pass
ty the board:
State of Iowa, County of Lee--ss.
Be it resolved by the board OF
hpervisors that the offer of G. +.
rook of Burlington, Iowa, for the
bnds to be issued be and is hereby
fcepted and that the offer of the
irst National bank Of Burlington,
pwa, is also accepted.
On motion the minutes We're ap-
roved, whereupon the board adj
burned to meet sine die.
G. e. MAXWELL,
|ttest. Chairman
r. A. County Auditor.
Fort Madison, Iowa, November 10,
bl9.
Board met in accordance with law,
upervisor Cruikshank being absent.
On motion the following claims
fere allowed, Supervisor Maxwell vot-
Pg aye, Supervisor Kammerer voting
pc, to-wit:
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
Going to California.

IUnited Press Leased Wire Service, ]
KANSAS CITY, Mo, Dec 2o,-Ihs
exodus of California is on. one coal
strike. plus the coolest early winter
in fifteen years, plus much coin equals
a trim TO California these days Extra
coaches and extra sections are neees-
ssrv 10 handle the rush similar to that
If the "4eers''-only the flow OF gold
is in the reserve.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
Voice Of the People
[under thls bead The Daily

Under this head The Daily L"te
City will publish communications on
any and all subjects OF interest to the
people generally. reserving the right
to reject unworthy articles or those
inspired by personal animosity or
malice. All communications must be
by the names OF the
writer's. The Gate City does not
assume responsibility for opinions or
sentiments expressed IN any COM
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
Car Paw His Debts.

rJTnited Press Leased Wire Service
MILWAUKEE,, Wis, Dec. 20.-The
standard movie plot in which the hero,
bankrupt, down and out, goes into a
strange land and returns millionaire,
found it's counterpart here today.
Charles F. Calvin, former Milwau-
rea grain operator, who went bank
rupt three years ago, after losing iaIse
sums in a corn deal, returned TO MIL
waukee from Buenos AIRES win
money to pay his S171,915.12 debts IN
full
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

early next year, It was believed here
today.
Prohibition matters were consider
ed at the cabinets meeting yester-
day, 1t was reported. and abandon
ment of wartime prohibition, the anti
racing order and other regulatory
measures agreed upon.
Official announcement will not De
made until the governor general mas
signed the acts.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
Americans on the Alert.

limited Press Leased Wire SerVice.l
WASHINGTON Dec. 2o.-Ameri'
can forces on the Mexican border are
on the alert today for signs OF the
,nnroach of the yfIlistas, who &C
cording to a dispatch from Mexico
City, are nearing the Rio Grande.
Government officials were much
interested in reports of Villas move
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
c,rdin,rs christmas Message.

IJTnited Press Leased Wire Servlce.l
BALTIMORE, Md, Dec ~. -
"Christ's coming means peace, on con-
dition that we get back OF his teach-
ings." said Cardinal Gibbons today IN
his Christmas message.
"The Christmas crib tells the story
Of sacrifice and unselfishness, and
sacrifice and unselfishness brings
peace.
my wish is that all men OF soou
will would strive to exempliiy the ne
and lesson Of Christ.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

INCOME TAX RETURNS CO0AP1IA
ed. balance sheet and profit and loss
statements, trial balance. opening and
closing books for corporation. partnerl
ship or individuals, Quincy business
men for reference, our charges ara
low considering the great benefit dS.
rived. Write today for complete 1n-
formation. Gem City Audit Co. "a
Stern Bldg, Quincy, Illinois.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

A curious custom among the no.
h;lity Of ancient Athens was to wear
a small bell in the ear, OF which
pearl formed the clapper
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

AGENTS coin money seIlfng Brussels
fibre brooms. Outlasr six corn
brooms. Retail s1.75. Sample post
paid s1.00. Also sanitary brushes.
Cramer Sales Co., 1855 Farnam,
Omaha, Nebr.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
DEBATE TO THE LAST.

-
WASHINGTON, Dec. 20.-Debate
on the Cummins railroad bill ended
in the senate this afternoon. Under
an agreement the senate began voting
at $3.50 on the bill and amendments
proposed. Senator La Toilette con-
tinued his attack on the measure up
to the close Of debate.
The senate overwhelmingly rejected
Senator La Follette's amendment pro-
posing that government control OF the
railroads be extended for two years.
Senators voting against the oiii
were: Ashurst, Borah, Caoper. Cnam-
berlain, Culberson, Dial, Fleteher'
France. Gerry, Gore, Gronna, haiti
son, Henderson, Johnson Is. -
Jones IN. M, Kendrick, KIRBY. la
Toilette, Lenroot. Mcclellan, McNary
Norris, Nugent, Overman. SheppaI1'
Simmons Smith (Gao, Smith %. "
Trammell, and Walsh (Mass).
Twenty-Five democrats and elgnt re-
publicans voted against the Dill.
The Cummins bill sets up machinery
for complete reorganization OF tne
railroads, provides for financing tneHi,
guarantees them five and one nan
rercent return, revises the powers OF
the interstate commerce commission
and provides for settlement OF labor
disputes. 1t provides that the ran
roads shall be returned to their own
ers on the last day of the month IN
which the bill becomes law. Because
of the differences between the mouse
and senate bills final enactment OF
the legislation is not expected for al
least sixty days.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

AGENTS make big profits selling our
extracts, perfumes, cold creams.
face powders, spices, medicines, etc.
Beautiful high grade lrne. Exclusive
territory. Sample soap free. Lacas'
sian Co., Dept 141, st. Louis, Mo.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

MEN TRAINED-F'or firemen and
brakemen and placed on nearby
railroads; s150-$200 monthly; expert.
ence unnecessary. Write addressed
stamped envelope) Railway Assocla'
ton, care Gate City.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
CLASSIFIED COLUMN

FOR SALE-New and rebuilt type
writer's, all thoroughly high class.
Machines rented. allowing rent to pur-
chase-New Fox S. per month, new
Coronas 81 per month, rebuilt Under
wood, Monarch. Remington, "a per
month. Collier Stationery Co,
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
RAILWAY BILL
PASSES SENATE
La Toilette Continued Objections 4
Last and Sees t,ls Amendment
Overwhelmingly De-
feated

UNITED Press Leased Wire Service. ]
WASHINGTON, Dec. 20.-The SEN
ate latc to-day passed the cummins
railroad bill providing for return OF
the railroads to private ownership
and control. The bill now goes to con-
ference With the house which some
time ago passed the Esch bill. The
Vote was as to 80.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

Tb. Dyaks of Borneo eat snakes
ond a1lipators. but their favorite dish
10 roasted monkey with the hair on.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
To Lift Canadian Lid.

limited Press Leased Wire SerVlce.l
!. OTTAWA, Ont. Des 2O.-Wartime
prohibition in Canada Will be hlteo
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SALE-Sx room modern frame
house, improved street, good loca-
ton, close in; bargain for $2,l00.
Five room frame house, north side,
good neighborhood, city water. gas.
furnace, sewer connection. full flne
lot. improved street, on car line; a
good home, S2,100. S. B. Chapman,
Is North Fifth street. Phone $40.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
WANTED.

WANTED-To roam money on furni.
ture, pianos, live stock. etc, on
easy payments. Strictly private.
Keokuk Loan Co., over Miller's shoe
store.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
FOR SALE.

FOR sALE-Oakland six cylinder
roadster in good condition. Owner
leaving city. Inquire 703 Morgan or
phone Red 756.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
LOST
Maltese cat, with notch in ear.
Return to 211 No. 7th. Reward
MISCELLANEOUS

81 900 BUYS lit ACRES, miles
from village, state road, 4 mile
school, cheese factory, so acres
splendid timber. 10 room house, barn
44x4S, hennery, piggery. granary.
Spring piped in house and barnyard;
large orchard. Including IL head
cattle, team, hens, hay. straw, grain,
400 buckets, 700 spouts. tanks, evap-
orator, disc harrow, roller, drill. cul-
tivator, plow,l rake, scales. moving
machine, grain binder. wagons. bug
gies, cutter, sleighs. harness, small
tools. $4,000 cash. Free list bar
gains. Ellis Bros, Springfield, n. ~
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
PERSONALS

Byron Shaefer returned home TINS
morning from Ames, where he mas
been attending college.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR sALE-vacuum cleaner. Grand
hotel.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

MEN WANTED For detective work.
Write j. Ganor, former government
detective, Danville, Ill.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

WANTED-To hear from owner OF
good farm for sale. State cash
price, full description. d. T. Bush,
Minneapolis, MINI.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SALE-Stucco house, cor. 18th
Orleans. Easy payments. Also
canary birds. Mrs. @. Keppel, sos
Main.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SALE-Seven room house; full
lot and barn; all modern convent
ences. Priced for quick sale. In
uuire 1907 Orleans avenue.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR RENT-Storase room for house
hold goods. clean. dry and free from
vermin. Low insurance rates. Col
Her Stationery Co.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SALE-Fine Percheron stallion
for one-half his worth II taken at
once. Address Stallion. care Gate
City.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SALE-A new house on corner
lot, 106 North Second street; house
modern in every particular. II. j..
Reeves.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR sALE-A $4,000 piano. practic>
ally new, for less than half. Call
Reeves coal Office or write and will
have owner come see you. ssss
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SAIE-Pedigreed New Zealon
Red Rabbits-just right for Christ
mas presents. See Warren Dennis.
Hamilton. Ill.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SALE-A sixty (60) acre farm,
adjoining small town. Store build
ing, house, barn, four wells and good
out buildings on place. Land nearly
all level. Cheap If sold at once. Adj
dress Box 315, Warsaw, Ill.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR RENT-527 Palean street. 6
room house, water, lights and gas;
$40 month. See J. S. Allen, SIT South
Sixth street.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR RENT.--One room house and
one room house in new addition.
Enquire 2211 Mckinley avenue.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
FOR RENT.

FOR RENTING. 91S Franklin street,
six room strictly modern house. In
uuire Of Mrs Thos. McManus. Tel.
Black 1858.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SALE-Good hardwood stove
wood. Mostly white oak. consider
able hickory. Phone 1923.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR SAIIE-Church building and lot
50x90. Priced low for quick sale.
INQUIRE No. 1920 Blondeau street.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

WANTED-Feather beds and old
feathers of all kinds. Phone Red
1S47.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

WANTUD-Parcels to deliver; also
light moving or hauling OF any
kind. Ed w. Kiser. Phone Red l6fo.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

WANTED-Salesman. Large jobbing
house desires an active reliable
salesman to sell auto supplies to
dealers. Commission only. Exclusive
territory. No capital required. Big
opportunity. Continental Auto Sup
ply Co, 1877 w. Jackson Blvd, Chi
cago, Ill.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

FOR RENT-Modern room, 101s
Blondeau.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20

Typographical Union NO. 6s.
Keokuk. Iowa, Dec. 20, 1919.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-12-20
r. A. GARDNER,
County Auditor.

Ft. Madison, Ia. Nov 20, 1919.
Board met pursuant to adjourn
ment. All members present.
On motion the following claims
were allowed, Supervisor Maxwell
aye, Supervisor Kammerer
voting aye, and Supervisor Cruik-
shank voting aye. to-wit:
Bridge pay roll, first half OF
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-04-30
THE ARNIORY DINNER

~ HE DINNER at the Armory is phenomenon that will endure attention. It represents the type of orga nizaon by which the party out of intends to into The dinner called in the who do not yet vote This a shrewd thing The will vote Ii gave the meeting double attendance and appearance of magnitude which it would have had had only the been called dance intended to follow the dinner The dance given because of the aenes of the hour This oregone conclusion: the after dinner pebnd- ing of the old fashioned type, quite without end
 When the actually vote, there will be end to the endless self aduaon of the male political orators, you tickle I'll tickle you, which is political oratory and infinitely tedious to listeners.
 Will II. Hays declared orceul, ferven tones that John T. King great little fellow, and John replied in kind that said Mr. Hays is the gandes middle west statesman that travelled in New England.
 political speech increases with the de- gree Of expectancy Mayor Wilson quite oudid himself in this direction. Long live the king" he cried,
 The presence of the exercised influence decd- edly upon the side of temperate uuerance-
 The advertised attack upon the Covenant of the League Senator Watson, scheduled and simply didn't make the attack. political orator understands that almost unanimously favor the Covenant of the League of Nations.
 Over meeting consciousness fu- promise we'll The upstate leaders Many of the county leaders absent the city leaders elsewhere Mir. Hays had prop falling throne. Mayor Wilson's long live the king expressed merely hope
 Senator Watson is not a fortunate choice. The indict- nation which he undertook without perhaps reaIz- been pronounced impossible The attempt requires in speaker of three methods He must speak who calmly narraes facts who regrets that great affairs been msmanaged sincerely indignant that have occasioned suffering, and misery.
 Through the Senator's oratiOn there note of gloat- mood Of rejoicing, whose heart bounds with strained glee at the contemplation of the misfOrunes enemy Political speakers who approach the past years spirit perceives the tremendous accomplishments of the American people.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-04-30

Copyright 1919, By the International News
 The general endeavOrs to put all the blame for the catastrophe the civil authorities. In the begin ming of July General Iudendorff informed the For eign Secretary, Admiral Iiintze that he expected able desire for peace upon the Allies IS result blow The unfortunate the next blow, however, July Is, made him his conviction, and the defeat Of August 8 finally made any hope a military tory disappear August s is referred to by I.uden- dorn "Germany's Black Day" six seven Arlys defeat reacted upon the Eighteenth Arn7,, and the whole western front thereby shattered. This defeat led to discussions on Aug. If and IS between the Chancellor, pr. Hertling, Admiral TIr2tze, and FTeld-MarshaIs Hindenburg and endorff. which discussions succeeded Aug. 16 by a Crown Council At this council Luden- dorr stated clearly definitely war could longer be carried As a result of his statement Admiral Iintze came 10 the proper con cuson that peace overtures must pc straight The High Command hoped that the Chan ceIIor would Immediately prepare Parliament and the Press for the situation in which Germany found herself, but this the Chancellor did not do Berlin seized at the beginning of September would great
 Collapse Of Allies
 L1udendorff speaks of further conferences. of Bulgaria's secession, of how Austria-IIu collapse was closely bound up with this secession and comes to the conference held at Spa Sept.
 '-The defeat sustained August s finally destroy ed the hope of a military victory, Conferences be tween E1ertlng the Imperial Chancellor, Secretary of State Won Hintze, Hfndenburg and myself took place August II and Is. On August 16 Grown Council held. when I clearly stated that the could longer be the military sense. At the beginning of September the Supreme Army Command again invited the Imperial Chancellor and Secretary of State Won Hintze Spa. The Chancellor excused himself the ground d. vanced age. the of the discussion the situation in the West again depicted very grave. I opposed Baron Burian's proposal of it's unclear form, but in favor of immediate steps towards peace being taken in The Supreme Army Command en- tertained mediation by Holland.
 \ Report to the Kaiser.
 "On September discussions again took place be- tween Won Hntze, Hindenburg, and myself, and they were followed by a report the Kaiser. Von first explained the change the situation grounds I then spoke follows:
 energetcaly question of an armistice peace. entire situation n Europe may undergo further change to disadvantage. The Western front may at any time have to further withdrawn worse