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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17
OBJECT TO TAXES
Shawnee County Court to De-
eide HardSurface Road Case.
Railroads Contend That Cost Is
Too Great.
MANY SUITS ARE FILED
Assistant County Attorney Files
Demurrers to Petition.
Contends They Are Not SUI
ficient Cause for Action.

The Shawnee county district court,
as well as many other Kansas courts
will be called upon to decide in the
near future whether the hardsurIaced
roads that are being laid are a, detrl-
meut or a benefit to the railroads.
In this and other counties in the
eastern part of the state the Union
Pacific Railroad company has made
the boards of county commissioners
defendants in suits to enjoin the coun-
" trea surers from collecting the in
creased taxes levied by reason or the
- railroads properties being in the bene-
fit districts. The Missouri Pacific and
other railroads have brought similar
suits in other counties where they
have felt the pressure Of higher tax
alton.
The railroad companies contend that
the hard surfaced roads are not a
benefit to them-that on the con-
trary they are a menace in that they
take from the railroads freight and
passenger business which the railroads
would otherwise get For this reason
they object to taking upon themselves
a large slice of the burden Of paying
for the new roads, and have filed
many suits to enJoin the counties
from collecting it.
For Country's Advancement.
Shawnee county is fighting the case
on the ground that the paved roads are
not a detriment, but a real benefit to
the railroad. 1t is commended that by
reason of good roads farmers will haul
their products to shipping point and
ship them to market where, if the
roads were bad, they would let them
rot on the ground. Further. the coun-
ty contends that the truck does not
and will not figure in long distance
hauls. and that as a matter of fact
the short distance hauls have been a
source of loss to the railroads. Thus
the hauling done by trucks will be
only of that class on which the rail-
roads lose money, or at least fail to
realize a. profit on, it Is claimed.
This argument will be advanced in
the court hearings with the additional
contention that hard surfaced roads
are imperative to the country's ad-
vancement and prosperity. The greater
mercantile, industrial and agricultural
activity, as we'll as the general in
crease in population that will result
from a good system of hard surfaced
roads will, it is declared, result in more
business and greater profits for the
railroads.
Ralph H. Cav, assistant county at
torney, who is in charge Of the coun-
tvs civil litigation. has filed de-
lnurrers to the petitions of the rail-
road companies, on the ground that
they are not sufficient to make a
cause of action.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17
And copy is mighty

lines of copy. And copy is mighty
scarce.
Topekas club of the Southwestern
league still remains incognito, (seem-
ingly). The manager is yet in the
dark-so are the players
Might we take the liberty to inquire,
''Wheninell are we to know about it
aIl?"
Joie Ray. for six years national
champion mile runner. has retired
from the track, say dispatches from
Chicago, Rays home.
An injured leg, received during the
Olympic races at Antwerp never fully
recovered, and forced Ray to retire.
In 1919, at Philadelphia, Ray set a
record of Ala 3-5 for the mile, which
has never been beaten.
Which reminds US that Charlie Pad
dock of Leland Stanford, famous dash
man, says he will also retire. Paddock.
who shattered all records in the
dashes, laid his best claim to fame
thru his peculiar style of running.
With arms pumping like windmills,
and what athletes refer to as rotten
FORM" Paddock nevertheless was a
wizard on the cinder track.
In the east the critics are putting
up quite a howl now that the grid
season is definitely over.
The howl is-"Eliminate the jump
shift from football" What the mid
west thinks is immateriaR to the east.
According to the rules, no backfield
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17

from whom she was seeking a separa-
ton, was really not in the marriage
market.
r. Miss Westover has played in several
Hart pictures. one of the first ones
being John Petticoats." She is ma
tive California girl who started her
screen career with D. w. Griffith. She
has played leads opposite De Wolfe
Hopper. WilfFed Lucas and Douglas
Fairbanks. She will be remembered
for her excellent work in .'Old Lady
81" Miss Westover, or perhaps it is
better Mrs. William S. Hart, is short
and slieht with blond hair and dark
blue ewes
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17
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st. Paul, Mimi, Dec. 17.-Before the
greatest crowd that ever witnessed a box
ing match In Minnesota. Mike Gibbons, st.
PauFs phantom middleweight. outpointel
Mike O'Dowd here last night by a substan-
tial margin.
Gibbons took seven Of the ten rounds
two by shades, two were even and one,
the seventh. went to 0'Dowd by a shade.
Gibbons elected to fight from the begin
ming and beat O'Dowd at his own game.
At times he danced in true Gibbons fashion,
but most of the time found himself in
close. using his left with terrific effect,
smuggling and smuggling hard.
O'Dowd was slow and awkward at
times. only showing flashes of form that
won him the middleweight title.
San Antonio, Tex, Dec 17.-Willie Doyle
of Cleveland and Billy Algers Of Ell Paso
fought twelve-round draw.
New York, Dec. 17.-Lew Tender won a
decision over Sailor Friedman of Chicago
in fifteen rounds. Pepper Martin won a
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17

man can be in motion when .the ball is
snapped. and a penalty is attached for
violation. But with the jump shift,
only barely perceptible pause is nee
essary. then the snap of the ball and
the attack.
The eastern yelp is rapidly reaching
gigantic proportions. Eventually the
rules committee will have to eliminate
but why wait until the demand is
overwhelming.
Kansas conference coaches have
used the jump shift effectively this
season. Baker university had one of
the best jump shifts the writer ever
witnessed. In the Baker shift. the
backffeld lined up in two columns
then their jump could be either to
right or left didn't give the OPP
posing line time to concentrate for
the attack And the speedy Wright
brothers made this play always for
a gain.
But the shift itself is a violation of
the spirit of the 'fbaekfield in mo-
ton clause. OF course it stays with
in the letter-but the purport of the
law is violated. Officials find it hard
indeed to distinguish between the
swapping of the ball and the pause
made by the shifting backfield.
We're waiting with the interest the
decision. of the rules committee re-
garding the jump shift
MISSOURIAN HOLDS LEAD.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17
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DR.. billiard

is known the world over for
his sleight of hand perform
ances and his mind-reading
ability-if you have a ques-
ton that is bothering you
= ask him.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17
THE WORLDS MOST REMARKABLE ILLUSION
DR.. billiard

Known as the mind-reading
and psychic marvel Of the
>age, will present before your
astonished eyes the illusion
that has baffled science for
months.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17

decision over Harvey Bright in eight
rounds Young Pierce and Tony Lyons
fought eight rounds to a draw Bobby
Michaels won from Redeap Wilson in eight
rounds.
Chicago. Dec 1T.-Johnny Buff, holder
Of the bantam weight title, who lest the
popular decision 10 Pal Moore OF Memphis
in their ten-round bout at Milwaukee
Thursday night. is anxious to meet Moore
in a ionger contest 10 n referees declslon.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17

Los Angeles, Dec. 17.-Two-gun Bill
Hart is married. No, he did not dash
across the desert on his horse with
the girl tied on behind shooting In
dams and bandits on the way. He was
quietly married to Winifred Westover
at an Episcopal church in Hollywood
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17

This may come as a surprise to
many Hart fans who have been listen
ing to Dame Rumor's remark about
Bill being somewhat interested in Jane
Novak. This romance was limited at
many months ago, but Miss Novak
having one perfectly good husband
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17
TO GIVE CHRISTMAS CANTATA
'sThe Light of the World" To Be
Presented by High School.

THE Light of the World" a Christ
mas cantata. by Holton. viii be given
at Sis o'clock Tuesday evening, De-
cember 20, at the high school audi
torium. by the musical organizations
of Topeka high school, assisted by Mrs.
La Won Armendariz. soprano. Miss
Grace V. Wilson will be in charge.
The program is as follows:
Selections. ......... High School Orchestra
Reading "The Mansion ......-.Nan Dyke
Robert Meyers.
VIOLIN Meditation. "Thais". Massenet
Robert Service.
The Skaters. ....-................w alstenfel
Christmas Carols
Cantata-"The Light of the World, -.
...+...-.....-........ Aoltoa
Chorus. ............ Thy Light Is Come"
Chorus, Sopranos aud Altos. .......-...
...............'S hine. Splendor Divine
Chorus. THE Light Everlasting
Chorus. .....-.. THE Name of Jesus
Mrs. Armendariz and Chorus.
Chorus Sing, o Heavens"
Chorus and 0bbIigato. .................
.........."And There Were Shepherds"
Mrs. Armendariz and Chorus
Chorus. "Giory 10 God in the Highest
Chorus. Now When Jesus Was Born"
Solo. Wonderful BABY, Jesus"
Mrs. Armendariz and Chorus.
Nlohn. .-..--. silent Night
Robert Service.
Chorus. The Light OF the World
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY :
ETHEL CLAYTON

New York and pair of lovers Just
married. An island in the South Pa
cific, visited only once in years by 9
tramp steamer. Beyond wonderful
thing that draws them all together
into great heart-romance of vivid
adventure.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17

PFiccs-Maf.. zoe: Mite,
zoe and soc; Children, f0c
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17
5diUIIB INC JUMP sIIIIL
MISSOURIAN HOLDS LEAD.
John Layton Seven Points Ahead in
Billiard Match With KiecI1hefer. =

Chicago, Dec. 17.-John Layton of
Sedalia, No, today enjoyed a seven
point advantage over Augie Kieck-
hefer of Chicago, national three
cushion billiard champion, altho Lay
ton dropped the second block of the
three-day match for the worlds title
last night, 60 to 60.
Layton has a total of 100 points,
while Kieckhefer's total is 113.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-12-17
Pre-War R. hi. Rates in Cnba.

Havana, Dec. 17.-Railway rates
prevailing before Cuba entered the
war are reestablished under a bill the
passage of which vas completed by
congress yesterday.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
TWO GREAT AMBASSADORS.

Ambassador Myron T. Herrick has arrived at Paris where he will relieve Ambassador Hugh C. Wallace as Americas representative at the French Government This is case where a very able and very dis tinguished American of proved diplomatic ability is succeeding another very able and distinguished Am- erican who has proved his efficiency Ambassador,
 MT. Herrick Ambassador to France at the time of the outbreak of the World War, and had been there for some years before that. He was re- tained' there for considerable period afterward. His services his country and civilization during that very trying period of very high order. Before going to Paris Ambassador Mr. Herrick was Gov enor of Ohio where his administration was highly creditable to him. A lawyer in his early life, he became very successful business That Amer ica will be well represented at Paris and that Am bassador Herrick will be a servant of enlightened humanity is assured.
 MT. Wallace is a product of the West. He is one of the of the Chichagof mine in Alaska, and was heavily interested in Alaska transportation during the days of the Klondike rush. He has been Ambassador France since the close of the war and has taken leading part in international matters and negotiations leading to adjustments His services to his country and humanity have been worthy of the great Nation which he has represented in most trying period at the very heart of things.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
IF 1!

If each the American transcontinental railroad. and the American seamship lines which operat- ing in Alaska would do much the Canadian Pacific railway and steamship lines have done to advertise the attractions of the West and Alaska for tourists, and much for the tourist traffic Alaska would be overrun with tourists each If they would do that work and the people of Alaska would cooperate with them in preparing entertain the travellers and advertise their attractions the tourist industry would rank among the greatest have.
 All that is required to put the tourist business in the class with the fisheries and mining industries and the pulp and paper industry that is be, is hard and cooperative work the part of all those who would profit by it's expansion.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
BELLY" MASON'S DAUGHTER MAY
 SUCCEED FATHER.

The Illinois Legislature has passed bill em' towering the Governor of the State to fill by appoint. ment the vacancy caused by the death of William E. Mason, Congressman Large from that State, and it is announced that Gov Small will appoint Mrs. Win nifred Mason Huck daughter of the dead legislator. to that position, Whether this is in accordance with the Constitution is matter for the National House Representative determine However, it is of those unique situations that appeal to those who love things of the ordinary, and doubtless most people will hope that the program may go through
 William E. Mason, Billy Mason' he geE- erally known, picturesque figure in the Middle West and at Washington. He orator of great talent and for forty years he active if less cratic in the politics of his State and Nation. He has served in both houses of the National Congress and resided in both Illinois and Iowa. He wasi71 years of age. s eF
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
High Grade Oil.
.-
(Da wson News


 One of the most significant of all reports coming from the Fort Norman oil regions in respect to the hew oil strike there is that the oil is of high grade and will not freeze The Yukoners who arrived here last week from Norman confirm previous reports to heefect the oil is of most volatile character This points strongly the possibility of piping the oil to market and should the piping project be carried out the flow in all likelihood would continue throughout the winter as we'll the summer. Such being the case there would no necessiyof suspension of pro- ductOn at any period.
 The greatest activity of the future commercial world is destined to be about the rim of the Pacific Ocean, The nearest point to the Pacific from Fort Norman leads through Yukon. This would lead the pipe line through this territory and thus bring much future activity to Yukon .o
 The various reports this season from Fort Nor say that the oil did not freeze at 55 degrees or more below recent authority, writing on the subject said:
 Vice President A. NJ. Mcqueen, of the Imperial Oil Company, is reported having said that the Fort Norman oil does not freeze under any test to which it has been put, not even at 55 below zero. This is apparently explained by the absence of par affine, although the oil contains 40 cent of the lighter products of distlaton, such naphtha, gaso- line and kerosene The peculiar composition of the crude oil may make the solution of the problem of transportation to the worlds markets much simpler affair than would appear from casual glance at the map"
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
PROFIT BY THE EXAMPLE.

The Seattle Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement which says that the real reason for the sale of Alaska to the United States by Russia was the fact that government by the Russian American Company failed to result in the colonization and settlement of the Territory. The Russian Govern ment believed that il would be impossible to hold Alaska forever as colony unless it were occupied and utilized by Russian citizens, and the failure of that induced the sale of the Territory.
 Whether not this is the reason for the sale there precedent foundation for, fear that Russia would be unable to hold the land unless it settled. For long time there was con troversy between the United States Great Britain as to the ownership of the Oregon Country Both countries claimed it by right of discovery and other things that less theoretical It was finally for the United States by its settlement by American citizens.
 It might be worth while for the United States, whose restrictive policies have prevented the develop ment and settlement of the Territory profit by these precedents. While there is no danger that any other country will acquire the Territory. the facts of history show that the only way to make a country useful and to hold the loyalty of those who live in it
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
Where the War Began.
(New York Post. )


 On Kossovo Plain in central Serbia 532 years hago today fought battle which, though its name is all but unknown in America has profoundly affected the of life of practically every Amer ican On that distant twenty-eghth of June the last remaining independent ruler in the Balkans went down in defeat though he did not surrender, before the invading hosts of Islam. Seven years ago, in the of the celebrations with which the Serbs have always kept alive the memory of that fatefu anniversary, Serbian from the unredeemed dis tricts of Austria Hungary assassinated the Haps- burg heir who in an ill-advised moment had been sent to participate in the ceremonies at Sarajevo
 The step across those 500 years is not less clear than the step the seven-year gap that sep arates us today from that momentous event at Sarajeyo. The Serbs who remembered their past glores through five centuries of Turkish night and who lost their determination that some day, somehow. they would again be free are the same Serbs who caught the gleam at the beginning of the Great War and lost sight of it through years of defeat. Kossovo Day has new meaning since the war. It reminds of the inexorabe logic with which time it's problems, despite the plan ming of statesmen the will of strong peoples It tells quietly that may barricade ourselves behind Sandy Hook and lock the Golden Gate but that Americans cannot guarantee themselves immu- nifty from consequences flowing out of the struggle between Serbs and Turks the Field of the Black birds centuries before Pershing set sail for France
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19

day but Saturday. l.. F. c. Hansen, Box 311, Hastings.
 Is Saturday reserved for the week iy bath, or what?
 Wanted-A fresh COW. Phone 1718 W.
 No, girls, fresh COW is nothing like the fresh things" you run into on the street corners.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19

That President Harding may spend his first vaca- ton in Alaska and the Northwest is statement made at Seattle by Gov. Bone And the Governor said the
 trip this Territory may yet be made this year Let us hope that such may prove be the and that the vacation might be long
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
Want Ads Is Want Ads

Want Ads Is Want Nds
 Here are few lamped in the Hastings (Neb) Tribune:
 Wanted-Team work Phone 15S1-J.
 We'll say that is just what the whole country needs.
 Wanted-Will take up nursing again. Call 1554-J or 752 North Colo. Here is the chance for some ann bilious patriot whose political boom needs nursing to get little help. Wanted-Work of any kind every
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
ALONG LEES DETOUR
Risky Biz
By Sam Hill. In Cincinnati Enquirer.

Risky Biz A hornet makes pretty pet When carried in a sack; But is it bad, already yet, To try to stroke it's back.
 Youngstown Telegram. I like to watch the bumblebee When it is on a rose; But it will hump itself, you see, If you should pat it's nose Canton (Ohio) News. The slender wasp l do admire, But no closeup for me; It has sting that burns like fire From which I'll surely flee.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
Nobody Treats These Days

What doctor is treating you? asked Bolt.
 None" answered Mutt. They charge $2 for a prescription.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19

Far From the Madding Crowd Brazil Qnd) Daily Tribune.) Greencastle had safe and sane Fourth of July this year. The Green castle Herald announces that the principal attractions of the celebra tion were a dog show and a lecture by Rev. Hootman on "The Preserva tion of Fish and Game" Plenty of 'Em Think They Do
 We've never met,
 That we recall,
 A fellow yet
 Who knew it all.
 --T. s.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19

Observations of Oldest Inhabitants
 They used to say Hold your horses" but now they say: Turn off your engine
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
Rhymes Without Reason

(Contributed) A silly puss is Kitty Dohne, She fills me with ire. When e'er 1 wish to use the phone She's talking on the wire.-M. o. A thrifty man is Israel Watt, Who save both cash and words. The only notes he will indorse Are those of singing birds. Strong Men Are Not All In Circus We see by an exchange that candidate for office carried the coun- ty the last time he ran and we have known candidates to carry whole state.
 Vacations as Usual
 Discomfort.
 Busted.
 Disgusted
 Optimists
 A cheerful man
 Is .Oldi Boy Kline; s4 He always says: 4
 The Weatherss fine" r~
 Detroit Free Press.
 VI !
 A pleas salt nian . s Is Henry Wood;
 Heialways says:
 Business Is good" % 4" Hastings CNeb.) Tribune. A happy man r9, Is Fred Curry;
 He always says:
 "I should worry"
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19

Brothers We're brothers all By this one touch, Our wives declare We smoke too much.
 Detroit Free Press. We're brothers all By this one touch, Our wives ne'er say We make too much.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19

A Windy Fellow What was the biggest blow you ever had out here?" inquired the visitor who was inspecting a cyclone cellar.
 "A fellow from New York" an swered the Westerner, dryly.
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19

Daily Sentence Sermon Whom did you do" good yester- day?
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-07-19
Give Us Rest
 Advice To children (and wives): Cease firing"

Just Bit of Gossip We have it from Mrs. Grundy that Miss Modesty and Miss Style are not on speaking terms any more, and Miss Modesty has absolutely refused to visit any place where Miss Style is a guest
The Washington times., 1921-06-17
GEN. DowNEY BUYS HOME.

GEN. DOWNEY BUYS HOME.
Brig. Gen. George r. Downey and
Mrs Downey have purchased the
home at 23I9 California avenue.
Rear Admiral Warner Bayiey, u S.
NJ, and Mrs. Bayley have left for
jamestown. r. l., for the summer.
The Washington times., 1921-06-17

Mrs. Terry B. Thompson, who has
been in Washington several weeks
with her aunt. Mrs. Edward Doug
lass White, returned yesterday to New
where Commander Thompson
Is on duty.
The Washington times., 1921-06-17
To Keep Face Youthful,
Fresh, Wrinkle Free

More important than the cosmetic osro
OF the complexion is it's physical care. To
keep the face clean. fresh. youthful. there's
nothing better than ordinary mercolxcd
wax 10 actually sbsorbs the soiled or
faded worn-out skin particles. BY ALI
means. acquire the meroolized wax habit
It's so easy 20 get ounce of the Ssx at
the- druEgists. apply at night like cold
cream and wash IL on next, morning.
There's no detention indoors. the old skin
coming OF 40 gradually no one suspects
you're using anything When in week
or two the slluringIy youthful. rosslike
underskin is fully in vicw--weiL you will
be pleased beyond words" IL must be
riddance OF all cutaneous bieuishes like
freckles. pimpies, blotches and black
heads
For wrinkles or nsbbine--. face bath
made by diesoiving an ounce of pure pow
dercd sexcliie In a half pint witch hazel
els fas ruwaAxA JWt trytA