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The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

suits the people of the United States, while
abusing the freedom from proper punishment
that the people by their laws grant him.
The American people are too soft-hearted
with advocates of the destruction Of our govern
ment and nation.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07
America inevitably and automatically will become the

America inevitably and automatically will become the
world for it Will become hat OF the
most prosperous individual citizen. my mind the moso
important detail education OF American young Peo
pie simple matter of tht-and their elders
need the teaching much they do, although
do not believe habit (nothng more) be as reacy
established among people the young mat
Is what makes the teaching of it to the young matter
of such prime importance If could find some way OF
INDUCING the America to out OF their In
come tenth the instantly would sprins 10 an
Importance happiness hitherto unknown IN human
history.-cii:ford q. Upton
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07
Law DEFIERs RELEASED.

Something ike one thousand Americans III
name if not in nature refused when drafted to
20 to war or to perform -cornbatant services
OF any kind They called themselves conscien
tious directors and claimed that their con-
sciences were so abnorInalfy sensitive that they
could not even bring themselves to do farm
work for government SO depraved as to go
into war. Under the laws they were sentenced
to varying terms Of Imprisonment, but on one
pretext or another Secretary Baker let them
out until only thirty three remained. Now ne
has turned this remnant of undesirables loose.
The whole brood Of the abnormally conscien-
tious is now at large; and thus as far as pre-
cedent establishes a policy DIRECTORS of this
class have carried their point, defied the gov
eminent and got away with it. The hope is gen.
eral that we shall not soon, if ever, have an
other war forced on us; but if it shall happen
that we must it seems not unreasonable to hope
that we shall not have at the head of the war
department a proclaimed pacifst, sympathetic
with skulkers and shirlzers and continually
srainng points to make it easy as possible for
them to escape the penalties of the law.
Although, in the first half Of the year 1920
Great Britain imported goods to the amount
of two hundred and forty million pounds ster
ling in excess Of the value of goods exported
vet when ''invisible exports are taken into
consideration, the statistics show the balance
to be favorable to Great Britain. The Sin
visible EXPORTS consist Of income from invest
GENTS abroad, barking profits, ocean shipping,
trade profits, insurance, etc, and these net gains
aggregated for the first half of the year ap-
proxi1Eate1y three hundred and ten million
pounds sterling, leaving Great Britain some
seventy million pounds to the good in foreign
trade and business.
Mrs Carrie Chapman Gait advises that all
people who voted for Harding in the belief that
he would go into the league of nations, should
write to him and tell him so. A foolish sug-
gestion- There was no one who could read and
understand the English language who voted for
Mr.. Harding on the belief that he would favor
going into the league. In fact in order to make
his position clear, Harding stated the difference
of attitude between himself and Mr.. Cox by
saying ''Mr. Cox favors going into the league;
[ favor staying out. - There could have been
nothing clearer. -...
! In view of the many reports that the "reds''
are trying to unseat Mr.. Gompers, it would be
interesting to know how many '"reds'' Mr..
Gompers has had expelled from his organiza-
ton
! There is no excuse for International diplo-
many being dishonest.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

sippi seventh with &C per cent Some
states and territories showed de.
creases. as South Dakota, 4 per cent;
North Dakota, per cent: Delaware,
8 per cent: Montana. IL per cent,
and Utah. r. nor crnt
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

There is no excuse for international diplo-
many being dishonest.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

In view of the many reports that the ''reds"
are trying to unseat Mr.. Gompers, it would be
interesting to know how many '"reds" Mr.
Gompers has had expelled from his organiza-
ton.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

Burlington Gazette: With the en-
ception OF yourself, who is a better
friend of your child than his teacher?
Become friend of hers.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

Dubuque Telegraph Herald: In our
country movements resting on appeal
TO prejudices OF class at times ap-
pear formidable, but the secret ballot
commonly saves the situation.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

Sioux City Tribune: Mr.. Bryan
isn't having as much luck getting
President Wilson to resign as the
president had when he desired Mr..
Bryan's resignation.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

Cedar Rapids Gazette: Collective
bargaining implies that employers
are a party to bargain, not mere
recipients of an order, a demand that
they shall do so and So"
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1920-12-07

Dubuque Times-JourIal: Npthin
we can do for the boys that wer
wounded in France will ever pay GU
obligation to them.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10

:! series OF artistically executed and
handsomely dressed dances. Each of
the dance numbers is appropriately
staged. special scenic effects ana cos
tunes being provided for each OF the
dances in the extensive suite.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10
Notes Picked Up at
Random in Film Land

The Sentimental Tommy" of Sir
James NJ. Barric's delightful story Of
that name, will be played on the
screen by Gareth Hughes.
NO one who is not Celt can real
re what Barrie means to u.s." SAYS
hughes. Il have read him all my
IRE and ! have always loved his
wh!ms!cal:tics and charm. Tommy,
TO me. is the most lovable sort Of
a boy, and ] suppose one reason !
have been so fond o. him is because
can see much of myself in his
toX!ncss and foolish sentiment"
Garcth Hughes was born In Llanelly.
south Wales. At fourteen he joined
Shakcspearean company. From
ifaymarkct Thcatcr. where he PLAYED
IN Change" he first came to America
IN iSli Here he played in "Moloch"
With Mrs. Fiskcec and with Elsie
ferguson In Margaret Schiller"
Charles Rays third independent
production. "Nintccn and PHYLLIS" an
original story by Frederick Showers.
mas Decn completed. II will be two
months before ii is released.
genuine all-star cast has been
chosen FOR Lavender and Old Lace :"
including Secna owen and King Bag
got.
Conway Tearle is at coatesvillc.
VI, making scenes around the steel
M, ;or his next starring picture,
ne load of Ambition"
fiaihc lianlmcrStcin will next he
seen IN The Daughter Pays'' from
me famous England novel by that
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10
Weeks Screen Calendar

BItoADwAY--All week, Knth-
crime Macdonald In "Curtain.'
LYRIC--Al week. Gloria Swan
son and Erent cast In Cecil II. DE
Miles "SomethinE TO Think
About"
ISIS-First half, Alice Lake In
.srhe Misnt Wife,; second half,
Norma TnlmndEc In "Pnnthea."
nIJOU First half, Eugene
O'Hrien in "The Wonderful
Chance; second hnif. Ethel Clay
In ..rhc City Sparrow"
nLUEBlRD-Mond md Tucs-
day, William Russell in "The Man
Who Dared; Wednesday md
Thursday, George Walsh In 'From
Npw On; Friday and Saturday,
Hoot Gibson In "rhe GrlnninE
Granger" md Joe Ryan and Jean
Paige in their serial, "HIdden
DnnEcrs."
vICTOR--Aiondny and Tuesday.
Dangerous Trnils,- and Keaton's
comedy, "One Week.; Wednesday
and Thursday. Douglas Fairbanks
I'm 'sThc limb; Friday and Satur-
dny, William S. Hart I'm "The
Cradle Of Courage.
ODE0N-Mondny, all-star cant
In .parlor. Bedroom and BATH;
Tuesday, Dorothy Dalton In "liaIf
nm Hour; Wednesday and Thurs
dny, ii. II. Warner In "One Hour
Before Dawn; Friday and Satur-
day, Constance Kinney In 40
Enst."
REN-Mondny, Marie wnlcamp
In "rhc Dragons Net; Tuesday,
Harry Carey In "Thc Heart of IL
Bandit, Wednesday,, Hen Wilson
and Ncva Gerber In "rhe Branded
Feur", Thursday, Hoot Gibson In
'fThe Champion Iinr"; Friday,
'ftto Grnnde," and Saturday, Eddie
Polo In the hnnl chapter OF "The
Vanishing Dagger"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10
"PaEc From Life" Thursday.

7 TIC EaIIcT NAII OF Tie Wnrk wlll
Dr!nE another attractive array OF
N.ith features. including one OF the
StronScst dramatic companies in
Vaudeville this scason. 1t Is the lit
.ic com pnny OF players headed by
Maurice Samuels, presenting "a Page
from Life" Iiumor and pathos az.
happily blended in the entertain
mcnt. >"''
The Prince lima Four. a Guar,ette
OF singers and vaudc-artists Will com
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10

ROLAND and Ray. eccentric comedy
entertainers. have an OLA podrida of
breezy fun, and sensational cxhi-
bitioh Is promised by tho Mabel
Fonda Trio, whirlwind club manlp-
ulators.
With each OF tho vaudeville bills
there Will be the usual motion picture
exhibits. including the newest pic
torial records OF the great national
campaign now in swing.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10
4" JAZZ CIRCUS" BILLED
FOR ACADEMY MONDAY
"Sailor Hill" Reilly Also on Bill.
One Act Drama
Thursday.

Dan sherman. accompanied by
Mabel dc Forrest and Il company of
versatile entertainers, presenting
The Jazz Circus" will loom large
among the comedy features OF the
Keith show with which the week
opens at the Academy of Music to-
morrow. Dan Shcrman's circus has
been Il hit in vaudeville since the
production was first staged. several
seasons ago. From season to season
the funny acts" are changed, just as
in the biggest on earth" and this
seasons show Is said TO be the
greatest laugh producer the irrcpres-
siblc Dan has yet given to vaudeville
patrons.
The new hill will open with an i'm
ported act, the Renscttas. This team
and is decided novelty. The offer
ing is a group OF spccialtics combined
in one.
sSniior DiIl- From U. 8. n.
On the same bill will he sailor
sailor Bill" comes out of the United
states Navy: where he served on the
battleship Michigan. His talents as
singer, piano player and all-round
entertainer won him renown with his
shipmatcs. The attention OF the
vaudeville magnatcs was attracted to
him, with the result that he is now
one of the established favoritcs OF
the variety world.
Brown and James. blackfacc COM
cdians. are heraldcd as genealogical
comedians extraordinary. They are
old minstrel favoritcs who have
Joined hands. and they have an act
that is reminiscent OF the minstrel
first part" They sing. dance and
make merry in a skit notable for the
wide variety OF the entertainment; II
affords
Closing this varicgatcd fun show
will come Halliday, Carlos & Co.
three dainty dancers. who appear in
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10
ACTRESS TELLS SECRET
Tells li"" TO Darker Grny Hair With
iome-Mnde Mixture,

Joicey Williams. the well-knoyvn
american actress, recently made the
iolio"ihs statement about gray hair
and how to darken IL, with n homa.
made mixture:
Any one can prepare n simn,.
mixture al home that will praduolIv
darken gray. streakcd or faded hair
and make IL soft and glossy. TO a
hat pint OF water add ounce Of
bay rum. small box Of Barbo Corn.
pound. and 4 ounce OF glycerine.
These ingredients can be bought "a,
any drug store al very little cost
Apply TO the hair twice n week up,jl
the desired shade Is obtained. This
VIII make gray-halrcd person look
twenty years younger. II does no,
coior the scalp. is not sticky or
greasy and does not rub ofr."-Ady.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10
NernntiIIty In Dnsineas.

An advertisement manager was
going home one night In n tramcar.
II was late. and the man who sat
next. to him began to talk.
What business arc you in!" he
asked.
The advertising business"
rs that so? used TO be in the
advertising business myself. gave
1t UP though. and went into the ras-
and-old- bottle business. was a
sandwich man for thcatcr for six
months. say and he leaned over
conildentially, 'a!nt il hard work
when the wind s?"-I.ondon Tit
Bits.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10

trary. They are taking the place OF
the formerly beloved dime novel, and,
as Mr.. Walsh points out. boys now
adayS are more Interested in the
clcan-cut heroes of the screen than
they ever We're in the adventures of
Dead Eye Dick" and his literary
companions.
George Walsh is to be presented
on Wednesday, at the Bluebird The
alter in From Now on"
To close the week the Bluebird Will
feature ancthr typical Hoot Gibson
film, The GrinninG Granger" The
ynn,PaiEc serial. Hidden Dangers"
several comedies and news reels. also
Mutt and JEFF thrown in for good
measure.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-10-10
A Hard job.

"iks Is always rushing around:
ne won't even stop to speak half the
time
Know; he says he's trying 20
Keep up with his running expenses
-Boston TRANSCRIPT.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-06-23

roses. For going away she wore a
travelling suit of blue. AS she went
up the stairs to prepare for the we'd
ding trip she threw her bouquet to the
bridesmaids and it was caught by Miss
Pauline Meizel. The bridesmaids were
gowned in lavender organdie with
large pink sashes, and carried bou-
quets of daisies.
The couple finally contrived to get
away amid shower of rice. They
will go to Dubuque and then to Mimi
eapolis and Daluth. Later they will
be at home to their many friends on
a farm near Kingsley, where the
groom has home prepared A
number Of beautiful presents were
given them, which will also be useful
in the new home and will remind
them of the many friends who are
wishing for them much happiness and
success in life.
The bride has lived most of her life
in Edgewood and is highly esteemed.
She is a graduate OF the Edgewood
High School. Since she has taken a
nurses training and followed that pro-
fession. The young man was reared
in the vicinity of Monticello, and is
highly regarded there. He is oper-
ating a large farm about seventeen
miles from Sioux City. where he finds
| abundant opportunity to use his physi-
cal and mental powers. The best
wishes of their many friends go with
them in life. XXX
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-06-23
WEDDING BELLS.

The rain of Wednesday, June 1, pre-.
vented some guests from being presen,
but it did not dampen the ardor nor
Illustrate the plans of a young couple
in Edgewood who had arranged to be
united in marriage that day. The
young people were Miss Hazel Pilking-
ton, youngest daughter of Mr.. and Mrs
F. T. Pilkington and Mr.. Thomas
Irving George, of Kingsley Iowa, son
of Mr.. and Mrs. G. H. George, of Month
cello. Iowa. The marriage was solem-
nized in the Methodist church by the
pastor, the Rev. C. S. Bretnall. AT
half past ten, Miss Clara Cooking
took her place at the piano to accom-
pany Mrs. Ray Minkler who sang, 30.
Promise Me-" this was followed by
the strains of the wedding march
from Lohengrin played by Miss Cock
ing and the ushers, friends of the
bridegroom: H. M. Carpenter, Jr.,
G. R. Stuhler and v. o. WEIGH of
Monticello and Duncan WATSON Of
Cedar Rapids marched up the aisle,
and stood before the chancel. They
were followed by the bridesmaids, the
Misses Martha Cooper and Ella Ack-
man of Edgewood, Martha Kuhlman
of Greeley and Pauline Meizel of
Chicago, who took their places with
the ushers. The best man was Mr.. R.
H. George, of Monticello, brother of
the groom, and he, fAllowed by the
bridegroom, came in the west door
and took their places in the center.
Then came the maid of honor, a sis
ter of the bride, Mrs. Mae Firman.
Last came the bride, proceeded by the
flower girl, little Miss Margaret
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-06-23

/ Pilkington. of Columbus, Ohio, q
/. cousin of the bride, scattering flower
/ petals along the way, and the couple
with their attendants stood before
| the altar, while the contracting parties
took the vows of matrimony and were
united for life by the minister, using
| the impressive ring service of the
Methodist church. The bridal party
then marched to the rear room of the
church where hearty congratulations
We're given by those present to the
newly married people. The Wedding
Breakfast was served in four courses
in the dinning room of the church, by
Mrs. Will Duncan and her assistants,
the walters being Misses Marie Ham
lett, Laura Ackman, Name Menge and
Mrs Earl Robinson.
In the afternoon reception was
held at the home Of the bride. A
short program of music was given
by Miss Cooking, who presided at the
piano, Mrs Ray Minkler, who sang,
II Love YOU" by Bartlett and Miss
Pauline Meizel, who rendered whist
ling solo. Punch was served by Miss
Marie Hamlet and the bride distri-
buted dainty packages of wedding
cake
The church was beautifully decora
ted with cut flowers and the color
scheme of the dining room decora-
lions was pink and white on the
tables and pink and lavender in the
general decorations, with green cut
flowers and potted plants intersperseG.
The bride wore gown of white
satin. trimmed with real lace and
veil with wreath of orange blossoms
and she carried a bouquet of white
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-06-23
RYAN.

! /
Burton Houlahan has become tn,
owner of southside barber shop, ht
having recently bought it from Leste,
: Gilchrist
Thomas Turner had the misfortune
to lose one of his fingers thea Other
day, while using a sharp knife.
Misses Mae and Lucille Keegan weft
recent visitors in Epworth
James Donnelly. of Cedar Rapids
came here recently to visit his aunt
and uncle, DR.. and Mrs. Donnelly, who
lately returned from spending severai
months in the south.
Will MCGUIRE spent a day in Water,
loo, last week.
Elmer Houston, brother of Fred
Houston, stopped here On his way to
Hopkinton to see his mother, who has
bee nseriously i'll. Mr.. Houston re-
ports everything well and happy in
his hometown in the west.
Mrs. r. Houlahan entertained her
father, Mr. Zirtzman, and two sisters,
last week.
|
| Ward were Manchester visitors last
| Sunday.
Mrs. Lizzie Dummy and son were
visitors at the Britt home, Monday.
Will Reisler and his father-in- law,
P. H. Flanagan, and son, Grover, were
in Manchester, on business, Thursday.
Clarence Klonus, formerly of Man
chester, but now of Freeport, called on
his sister, Mrs. Donnelly, Saturday.
Mr.. and Mrs. John eastman were
recent visitors here
Andrew Weller and Mr.. Flanagan,
who lives near here, have returned
from their school work, for the sum-
mer vacation.
Miss Foley and Mrs. James Weller
were in Manchester, Monday.
Mrs Cody and daughters, of Dubu-
que, were visitors at the Cody home,
Sunday.
Rev M. S. Murphy attended the Re-
treat in Dubuque, last week.
We understand that Mr.. and Mrs.
Matt Delays little boy, who was bitten
by their sheppard dog, last week, is
getting along nicely.
W. H. Mills was business visitor
in Cedar Rapids, last week.
Mr.. Williams, who has been very ill
for several months, is getting along
nicely, and is able to be out, news
which is gratifying to all his many
friends.
Mr. and Mrs. Holmes were in Cedar
Rapids, recently.
Mrs. Merriam and daughter, leila.
and Mr.. and Mrs. Schafer, were visit
ing friends here last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harlan Merriam and
the latter's mother, Mrs. Strickland
Of Earlville were visitors in Cedar
Rapids, Tuesday.
Miss Mary Weller was a visitor in
Dubuque, last week. /:
Dorence Foley son of Frank, Foley,
Is home for summer vacation. after
his years school work at Prairie-du-
Chem.
Miss Burke, of Coggon, was calling
On friends here, during the week.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-06-23
Kaynee Wash Toys

A fine assortment Of the we'll
known Kaynee wash-suits and romp-
ers in the smartest styles for the little
fellows. Alarge assortment of both
plain and fancy patterns. They're
guaranteed fast-color garments.
Wash suits --------S2.50 to S3.75
Rompers --------Sl.95 and $3.50
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-06-23
EXPERIENCED HELP WANTED.

For marking and sorting. Good pay.
Inquire of MANCHESTER LAUNDRY
lobe Hussman & Son, Proprietor.
7-e5
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-06-23
Shirts and Blouses

Special values are now offered in
boys sport shirts and blouses. A
large assortment of light and dark
fancy patterns now selling at Use
Also large number of boys blous-
es in variety of colors. Sizes range
from to Is. Now selling at the low
price of ----------------95c
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-06-23
Cool Summer Pants

Boys lightweight, washable pants,
made up in high-grade crash, palm
beach and keep-cool fabrics. They're
just the thing for hot vacation days.
They're comfortable and stylish. A
range of sizes at ----S2.25 andS2.75
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1920-04-15
FARMER ADMITS MURDER.
Tearing Down Farm House Uncovers
Evidence Occupant Slew Brother.

Lancaster, Pa, April 15.--Discov-
cry by workmen tearing down an old
stone house at. the foot of the Welsh
Mountains near White Horse, this
county, of clothing that had been Sc
creted in the wall Ct the building,
has revealed tire mur.;er Of its for
n1ar occupant, David Myers, who was
slain in cold blood By his brother
Harry Myers, aged forty, in Novcm
Der, 1917. The discovery was made
Monday, ana the murderer is now
confined IN prison. The authorities
have secured signed confession of
his ouilt
The fftv-acre farm that was for
mcrly cwped jointly by the brothers
recently passed out CT possession Of
the survivor. Harry. The new own
er was making repairs, and Myers
stood by as the WORK progressed. In
removing wall the clothing was re-
vealed. At sight Of it Myers sprang
forward. seized the bundle and ran
with it to a nearby stream, throwing
it into the water He refused to ey-
pls in his conduct, anu neighborhood
gossip at once associate the pccu-
liar incident with the mysterious dis
arueararce Of his brother. whom
Myers had said had gone west.
The clothing was fshed from the
stream and identified as belonging to
the dead man. The State Constabu-
law was then nntifie.i and Myers
was arrested Shortly afterward he
tcId the story Of the crime.
His brother and he he said. could
not live together in peace. and, as
David was unwilling to quit the farm
ne determined to Kill him. While
seated ut the suoner table one ni~ht
he. nrncurad his shotGun and fired
hnth barrels at his brother. killing
him. AT riqhtfall he removed the
body to tie yard. and underneath a
stone pile dug a grave and buried it.
Myers led the officers to the spot,
wharc the body was buried. and look
cd on while it was exhumed. saying
as the skull was uncovered, "that's
him."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1920-04-15
THREE DEAD IN STORM.
Tornado Sweeps over Union County
Leaving Destruction in It's Wake.

Tornado Sweeps over Union County
Leaving Destruction in It's Wake.
Charlotte, N. c., April 15.-Three
persons are known to have been
killed and a half-dozen or more IN
iured, some Of them seriously, ". a
ion county Monday night. School
houses and churches were swept
away, a half-dozen farmhouses de-
molished and much timber destroyed.
Two small sons Of Luther VII
liams. a farmer living four miles
east of Unionv;lle. were killed in bed
when the house collapsed.
Robert Polk, a farmer, also was
killed when his house, mile north
of Ebenezer, was demolished.
tornado which swept portions of I'm