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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
Sarah.

oAE lille
Sarah - Lately by fashionable
consent spelled Sara-is derived
from a good old biblical name and
received its right to sturdy religi-
Gus significance since 1t first at
tached to the wife Of the patriarch
Abraham.
1t is derived originally from a
verb meaning to fight or to rule.
and furnished both the names of
fAbraham's spouse: Sarai Quarrel
some) was thus converted into
Sarah (the princess). II we may
Judge from the example Of the
bride of Tobias, the daughters OF
Sarah were occasionally called by
, her name and Zare is used as an
eastern name. Similarity Of sound
has led etymologists to derive the
term Saracen from the assump-
ton that this race was descended
from Sarah, but their belief Is moi
substantiated.
Sara Beauchamp was one of the
first famous women to bear the
name. Sarrota de Mutton. who lived
much earlier, was really Sarah
given an Italian translation. Sarah
was not popular in England until
after the reformation when the
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
Today's Events

Archbishop Glennon today cele-
brates the completion OF his 35th
year in the priesthood.
Bishop Feehan Of Fall River,
Mass, and Bishop Lehman OF Great
Falls, Mont, today celebrate the
4Oth anniversary Of their ordina-
ton.
Both houses Of the United States
congress will adjourn today for a
recess over the Christmas holidays.
General Pershing is scheduled to
|, arrive in Chicago today and will
remain the guest Of that city over
Sunday.
Maurice Maeterlinck, the famous
Belgian poet and dramatist, is due
to arrive in New York today pre-
paratory to beginning a lecture tour
lof the United States.
The women Of Hungary will have
their first opportunity TO vote to-
day, when elections are to be held
for the new Hungarian parliament.
Cardinal Gasparri, the papal sec
rotary of state, resuming the Gus
tom interrupted during the war,
will give q gala dinLer tonight in
honor of the cardinals created at
the recent consistory.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
Brad's O. Verse
FALSE PROFESSIONS.

FALSE PROFESSIONS.
He searched the Scripture daily
the way Of life to find. the sacred
words of truth and right were ever
in his mind, he quoted texts of
goodly length to all the kids In
town; and when he led in prayer,
the Job was done UP good and
brown. He spent long days in
visits to his kinfolk on the farm,
and this Is how he spelled to them
with voice OF rarest charm: i've
come to you, my worthy friends, t.
get. a little rest; and who can tell
but in some way your household
may be blestf The good book tells
us much iswrought by saying piors
prayers, SO It may be you entertain
an angel unawares." But when
the kinfolk came to town to pay
him back his call, his pious pre-
cepts didn't sound the same at all.
at all; they sat around and nearly
froze beneath his frigid spell; and
when the night was come they
sought second class hotel. The
man who makes the loudest noise
is often short on deeds; and pearls
Of rhetoric sometimes are cheap
john strings Of beals.
GLEN RRAOSHAW
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

@. Are all white Angora cats
deaf? r. G. NJ.
A. The biological survey says
that it is peculiar fact that white
Angora cats with blue eyes are
deaf. This specie of Angora cat is
very rare and valuable.
@. What is the meaning Of the
Hawaiian word "ukulele:" S. T.
A. In Hawaiian, ''uku" means
flea, and "lele" means to Jump. SO
that the two words together mean
a jumping fiea-this being sug-
gested by the way the player fin
gers the instrument.
@. Have the Everglades of Flor
ida been reclaimed? H. K.
! A. Parts of the Everglades have
been drained. and are now produc-
ing sugar cane and vegetables.
/ @. Is there any government
source from which I can obtain
plans for building a granary on my
farm? S. v.
A. The department Of agriculture
has published plans for knock
down" or portable granaries to DO
used to care for wheat on the farm.
The use Of these stOrehouses often,
enables the grower to market hfa
produce with better profit. The
plans can be obtained free by writ
ing to the department Of agricul-
ture.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

i!y. This young man is q daily
caller at a certain woman's home,
which does not look well. His
sweetheart knows this, but as she
loves him does not pay any atten-
ton to this, but says as soon as she
marries him she will stop all this.
Do you think that z marriage Of
this kind will prove to be happy?
What 10 your, opinion? Do you
think that the married woman will
continue to draw the young mans
attention after he Is married? She
is in her fifties, but dresses we'll
and looks much younger. Kindly
give your open hearted opinion.
A FRIEND.
You have asked me to be frank.
FranklyI think you are concerning
yourself in another persons BUSH
ness when you should not. Let the
other girl settle her own problems
or ask council herself.
Dear Mrs. Thompson: have
been going with a young man and
I have not heard from him in near
ly three weeks. He Is a special
friend. l wrote him last and he
has not answered. He was to come
to see me Thanksgiving and did
not come and did not write.
Should l write to him or not
Should plan to give him a Christ
mas present?
II a girl is engaged should she
60 with any other young men when
the one to whom, she is engaged is
not around? ANXIOUS.
Unless you are engaged to the
young man, do not write or plan
to give him a Christmas present.
II you are engaged, write again and
tell him that you would appreciate
an explanation Of his silence.
When girl is engaged she is not
supposed to keep company with
other young men when her fiance
is out of town. II she really loves
him, she should have no desire to
do SO.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

-
@. Were army dsserters ever
branded with the letter 3D.?
r. NJ.
A. During the Civil war. desert
ers were branded with a 3D." The
letter was put on the hip with q
hot iron and on the cheek with ink.
The army regulations now prohibit
this practice.
@. What is the legend connected
with kissing under the mistle-
toe? w. o.
A. The custom Of kissing under a
'twig of mistletoe is believed to have
originated with the ancient Druids,
who, believed mistletoe possessed
the mystic virtue OF insuring fer
tility and the power of rendering
one immune from poison. From
this belief, the practice Of kissing
under the mistletoe is thought to
have originated.
@. Will you suggest a good menu,
that is not too elaborate, for a
dinner party? T.. G.G.
A. A dinner party for friends can
be made quite attractive and sat
itfactory without great display or
| cost. 1t might consist first of
soup; then fish garnished with
suitable additions, followed by a
roast. then vegetables and some
made dishes. salad, crackers,
cheese, and finally. dessert.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

I'll get my revolver" she boosted.
Thus armed. Ruby stood ready
for her burglar, whose coat she
could just catch a glimpse of as he
stood outside the door.
Then horrors, she heard the click
OF the woodshed door!
Tired of his unsuccessful at
tempt at the side door, he was en-
tering the shed.
"1'll met him." she quavered
low. II must protect our home.
Now, co-come on, Mr.. T. Burglar."
she trembled, with pistol leveled.
And Mr.. T. B. came on.
II surrender willingly" an
nounced the captive. Guy barley,
with hands overhead; Guy, tall and
manly.
"why. Ruby, did I brighten you
with my boyish tr!ck?" he laughed
mischievously.
Ruby had slumped into a chair
and sat staring dumbfounded at
her caller.
Ooh! Guy" she sighed In re-
relief, Its only you'll"
"Only mel" echoed Guy. swell
that Is a doubtful welcome"
"Oh. but I'm 80 glad to SEQ you.
Come in the other room" She
caught him by the hand. She was
glad-glad!
Unmindful of the suggestive Sou
venirs she had left in her fright,
she led the way, Guys spirit rose
high as he recognized the box. He
1aughingly pointed to them. The
girls face went scarlet.
"Your return--reminded No OF
Them. she stammered.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
In the Days News

Maurice Maeterlinck, who is due
to arrive in New York today to
witness the presentation of an OPP
cratic version of his Blue Bird"
has been foremost for years among
the worlds poets and dramatists.
He is compared with Shakespeare.
even by his enemies. He was born
in Client and received his educa-
non at the university in his native
city. With an Independent fortune.
he determined in early years to de-
vote his life to poetry. English
and American critics knew little
about Maeterlinck until his "Priu-
cess Maleine" had been transla cd
into English and Beerbohm Tree
had introduced "L'Intruse" to a
London audience under the title of
"The Intruder" Then It was that
the English-speaking world weat
wild over N1seterlinck. His works
have been translated into practic-
ally every European language
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
TWENTY-FIVEYEARSAGO
The Argus Files of l894--

Dec. 15-Mayor Medin has al
ready begun outlining his course
for next seasons paving operations.
There was no decision reached as
to whether Seventh avenue would
be paved the coming year, and It
Is fair to presume such an under
taking would not be advisable for
the present, at least.
Dec. 16-Twenty members Of the
Masonic fraternity went to Coal
Valley last night and assisted in
comforting degrees on three can
didates. They report a most pleas
ant time.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. T. O'Connor and
son, Romie, arrived home from Eng
land this morning.
H. E. Casteel, who is now cashier
in the Parkston State bank in
Parkston, s. D., is in the city on
business.
/ Hon. W. H. Gest, States Attorney
Searle, C. l.. Walker and Adair
Peasants left this morning fol-
Galesburg on legal business before
Judge Glenn.
Dec. 17-Hi Stocum is now porter
at the Harper, succeeding Patrick
Kelly who has served SO long in
that capacity.
| Dec. 1S.-This afternoon the fol.
lowing message was received al
The Argus Office: Rock Island and
Moline bankers have secured nexI
convention Of bankers to be held
at Rock Island, June and Z next.
The message was from Phil Mitch
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

mot until now, RUBY" the man
chMed. The girl remained silent
as she waved him to a chair near
her own.
Remember the time I gave you
these water lilies-now dried up?
1t was some hard experience, but
it paid"
He looked longingly at his COM
panion, who nodded slowly.
"And that heart, Ruby. It cost
me piles Of money, much sacrifice
is cents! But it paid, for you to
wear it. Heigh-ho. it seems ages
since that time. 1 haven't told a
soul about the close call 1 had
over there
He grew silent. a moment, a SER
ious expression crossing his
countenance.
There were two faces that
shown out Of the danger-mother'
and yours" he resumed; that was
before l fell unconscious. That's
why I came today, to tell you how
I missed you at the picnic, you no.
BILE. self-sacriflcing girl, you-you
soldier!" he trembled.
How I missed you as a boy, and
how much more I longed for you
over there l felt that everything
must have been understood
The girl was leaning breathless-
ly forward. But I should have
spoken before / left, but fellow
never knows how he's coming
back" He looked his question.
The girl, with wet eyes, threw
cut her hands, and looking him
It'll say ! WILL
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

| ell who is in Chicago attending
meeting of the executive committee
of the Illinois State Bankers asso-
citation.
The fact that Secretary Lamont
has recommended an appropriation
Of $4,000 to rebuild the Rock Is
land bridge, together with the as
surance that the lower bridge Is to
be built this season, makes it look
as though bridge building at this
point next season would be an &C
tive and important industry.
The annual meeting Of the Peoples
Power company was held at the
main office of the company on Sew
enteenth street yesterday. All tho
old officers were reelected ~ fol-
lows:
President-C. H. Deere.
Secretary-S. s. Davis.
Treasurer-C. O. Mason.
Directors-C. H. Deere, 8. 8. Da-
Wis, C. o. Mason, S. G. Velie, T. B.
Davis.
1t was decided, on the completion
Of the consolidated plant. to re-
duce the schedule Of rates on gas
and incandescent electric lights to
prices that will average lower than
those Of any city of our population
in the state.
Dec. 19-Charles W. Hunter and
Miss Clara B. Starr were married
this afternoon at 5 o'clock at the
residence Of the brides parents, Mr..
and Mrs. William H. Starr, 916
First avenue. Rev. C. E. Taylor of
the First Baptist church perform
ed the ceremony.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

A few days ago Christmas trees were SELL
ing in New York for 81 apiece. Now they are
going at dime or so and many dealers are
giving them away to put an end to demurrage.
Last year there was a scarcity and those we'll
stocked up made big returns. This year spec
ulators overdid the business and everybody
lost money. 1t is comforting to know that
the law OF supply and demand has not become
entirely obsolete.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

The request Ct the American Legion for
more liberal insurance allowances for men
who served in the world war moved congress
more quickly than any other influence that
has been lately brought to bear upon it. This
was the first time, but 1t will not be the last
time such thing will happen. We imagine
that the Legion's fat will be big medicine -
official circles for q good many years to come.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
Today's Birthdays

Adele Richie, a prominent ac-
tress of the musical comedy stage,
born in Philadelphia, As years ago
today.
Lynn J. Frazier, governor of
North Dakota, born in Steele coun-
ty, Mimi, As years ago today.
Lon V. Stephens, ex-governor of
Missouri, born at Boonville, Mo-,
81 years ago today.
Walter Hagen, national open golf
champion of the United States,
born at Rochester, N. Y, q years
ago today.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS,
Weeping Sinew.

II a weeping ! sinew should pc
bruised and become infected what
treatment would you advise? Would
there be danger Of blood poisoning
from such q condition? (Mrs. r.
d.
Answer-Incision and drainage,
and when suppuration has ceased,
excision Of the sac, which may be
done under local anesthesia by any
good doctor. There is a certain
danger Of blood poisoning, septi-
cemia, in every Inflammation or
suppuration.
One Good Law.
II conditions are clearly ex-
planned to you, do you give advice
regarding birth control? &C. b.
Answer-No. In the first place
that isn't a doctors proper func-
ton, as I understand 1t. In the
second place there is a law against
giving such information-and it is
q good law.
Diseased T0nsils and Neuritt.
Please tell me whether diseased
tonsils can cause neutritis. (E. H.
Answer-Yes.
Prospecting for Symptoms.
Would the temperature of a high
ly nervous person, which habit
ually reaches 80 degrees at some
time in the day necessarily indicate
tuberculosis? Have had exoph.
thalmic goitre. but am now in much
better condition, except that tenn
perature still continues: (Miss O.
b.
Answer-The temperature Of q
normal individual il likely to reach
80 degrees every day. Instead Of
taking the temperature 30 much try
taking q snooze or q stroll around
the block. It will do you more
good.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

Captain Alcock did not live long to enjoy
the fame earned as the first to fly an airplane
across the Atlantic. BY one of the ironies of
fate he met the injuries that proved fatal in
flying over river, and. second rate. stream
at that
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20

American distillers. given the opportunity
to export their stocks before Jan. Is, complain
that they can't find the necessary ships. Well,
England helped us out in one great transpor-
tation emergency. Maybe, for a suitable con-
sideration, she would do 1t again.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
ONE YEAR AGO

The Sorbonne conferred a degree
upon President Wilson.
Germans turned over large guam
tity of war material to Americans.
General Pershing conferred the
distinguished service medalo an IS
allied gsneralA
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
Diverting Freight Traffic.

II suggestions for diverting freight traffic
to gulf ports to relieve congestion at New
York are acted upon the cry will be raised. of
course. that the south is being favored again.
And yet this is the common sense way to deal
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 90, 1919.

The band which attempted to assassinate
Lord French escaped on bicycles, it is said.
Outlawry hasn't reached the automobile stage
over there, as it has in this country.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
HEALTH Wl K&
: BY WILLIAM !!!=! A. y! BRADY RAJ! ND.

most skillful surgeons rely on
thorough scrubbing of the hands
with soap and water without the
use Of any other antiseptic or ger
micide to render the hands as near
ly sterile, as nearly germ-free, as
is humanity possible
There are many grades of soap
to select from. according to inji-
vfdual taste and the purpose for
which the soap is to be used. From
the viewpoint of sanitation and n.y.
giene and the care Of health, ven
ture to say that Just plain every
day soap will accomplish each and
every purpose which any medicated
Or so-called antiseptic or germicidal
will accomplish.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1919-12-20
Argus Information Bureau

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Evening journal., 1919-06-18
TO GIVE LESSON in
PARLIAMENTARYLAW

Tho Community Service Literary So
ciety Will meet tonight at the Thomas
Garrett Settlement An Interesting pro-
gram has been arranged.
\ lesson In parliamentary law will be
given by r. T.. jackson Of the Com
munity Service.
Samuel Mills. chairman Of the liter
ary committee will continue the study
OF the life and work Of Phyllis Wheat
ley.
Mrs Anna Chippey, chairman of mu-
sic and history, viii sive dcnonstra
tion of a composition by one Of the
Negro composers
Mrs. j. r. Stubbs. chairman Of the
ciyics committee. will discuss the rea.
sons for, and the developments Of. the
political parties
tohn Bell is president Of the Com.
muniy Society, and will welcome al
friends interested In this branchI o.
community service.
Evening journal., 1919-06-18
CONDUCTOR FOUGHT.
WITH PASSENGERS.
Defendants Testify King
Was Discourteous to
Them While on Car
DISMISSED ON
ASSAULT CHARGE

Vincent Flore. Frank Talimo and
Andrew simino. were dismissed by
Judge Churchman. in Municipal Court
this morning, on a charf OF assault
and battery ON James king. a street
car conductor on the DUPONT street
line.
King testified that The youths gof on
his car late one night last week. and
tried TO make a fool out OF him. by
one time asking for a transfer and
then refusing ID. only 10 again repeat
their request for transfers
When he objected 30 such actions
on their part. Flore. the witness said,
remarked ne would punch him In the
nose and then carried ont his threat.
After the ear had reached Fifth and
dupont street. King said The three
jumped him. Florc and Talimo strik-
ing him lie projected himself with
a penknife, he said cutting Flore.
The defendants testified That the
conductor first made the statement
that "he couldn't waste breath on the
wops." when they wanted transfers,
and later invited Flore out 90 nshL
at the same time hitting him over the
head with the car controller
When they were about Co leave The
car. at Fifih and dupont streets, they
alleged. King attacked Flore with a
knife when the trouble appeared TO
dc over
William s. Prickctt was counsel for
the defendants.
Evening journal., 1919-06-18
ALL Age dogs ON
SHOW TOMORROW
Large Entry List Expected
at Kennel Association
Bench
FOR BENEFIT OF
SALVATION ARMY

Final arrsngemWts have been made
by the Wilmington Kennel Association
Tor the an age dos show which will
be held tomorrow afternoon on the
lawn OF No. 1920 Delaware avenue. The
proceeds will be donated to the Saliva
tion Army
An attractive premium list has been
prepared and each breed has been well
looked after with premiums There are
a number Of uncla.slned special prizes
offered which 70 is thought will attract
many fanciers Ribbons also Will be
given In each class.
Judging Will start at i30 o'clock. all
dogs 20 be on the grounds at 1 o'clock.
Post entries. however, VIII be accepted
This Will be the first outdoor show
Of the Wilmington Kennel Association
In two years. IN the past their shows
have been we'll supported and have
attracted many dog lovers not only
from This city. but from Philadelphia
and ncighhOrng cities and 10 is cX-
pected that tomorrow show will be
as popular as the previous ones.
TWO classes FOR puppies have been
arranged. one class Is FOR puppies un-
der six months and the other six %
twelve months.
Tickets for The show are selling well
and every one % trying 20 go "Oyer
The top and make the affair a success.
so That a neat sum may be turned
over 30 the salvation Army.
An invitation Is extended 20 an dog
fancicrs 90 enter their dogs.
Evening journal., 1919-06-18
OFFICER FINED FOR
SLEEPING ON DUTY

Members Of the Board Of Police Com
missioners. al their meeting yesicrda,
afternoon. accepted the suggestion mad
10 them several days ago. that ih
names Of pairolmon fined for infractioI
Of rules, be Withheld from the news
papers. The commissioners made a re-
quest 10 the newspapers that such
names be withheld
One officer who pleaded guilty 10 a
charge Of sleeping on duty. was fined
two days pay and reprimanded.
The report Of Chief Of Police Black
showed a total OF $50 arrests and of
this number 65 were charged with
drunkenness. The fines collected In
City totaled s3Ss g. and thiriy-four
were committed 10 The work
house
Elmer Walls. of No. si2 Church
street. made application for a position
on the force The application was re-
ceiycd and filed.
Evening journal., 1919-06-18
TROLLEYS MOVE AGAIN
IN WINNIPEG STREETS

WINNIPEG. Man. June is.-.United
Press. For the FIRST time since May
ij limited street car service was started
in Winnipeg today.
Several cars. carrying their regular
crews and accompanied by three spe-
cial police appeared on The streets.
Street car company officials announced
they were generally increasing the ser'-
ice.
The ten strike leaders arrested here
yesterday were given preliminary hear
ings at stony Mountain penitcniiary late
Yesterday and were rcmanded for eight
days They are charged with "scditious
conspiracy
u was believcdtoday the government
will proceed with the trial on the basis
Of the recent amendment TO the immi-
grafton law, which gives authority 10
the dominion government TO seize and
deport persons other than Of Canadian
birth found guilty Of agitation against
the government
job prcssmen and bookhlndcrs an
nounced they would return TO work
today.