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The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07

walk, Is years ago"
But. Jack, was it not a coinci-
dence that my sunshade was blown
to your feet just now, instead of a
real strangers after we had agreed
to play the game this morning?
And remember the word was not
Cherish but obey"
Splendid, dearest; but the obey
was for you. Now obey and hus-
tie into your bathing clothes
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07

Q. When is Easter Sunday?
W. J. c.
A. Easter is the first Sunday aft
er the first full moon after the 21st
of march. This year it will fall on
April 18th.
@. How many miles of territory
did France gain in the late war?
E, K
A France gained 5,605 square
miles of territory and also 580,595
square miles in colonies and Deepen
denotes. France, with all her pos
sessions, has a population almost
equal TO that of continental United
States.
Q. Is it true that the proportion
of weight to height in men should
be two pounds to the inch?
V. w D.
A The surgeon generals Office
says that average statistics are
based on 2,097 pounds to the inch,
but that the army used two pounds
to the inch up to 81 inches. Over
that. seven pounds to the inch is
added.
Q. Is there an airship which does
not use gas for imitation?
4. Tho air service says that an
invention has been reported in Italy
By which the ship rises by the rare
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07
THE GAME OF STRANGERS"
Cora Nj. Pickett
Copyright, 1922, by Wheeler
Syndicate, Inc.)

|
She came through the doorway
of the seaside hotel and swiftly
went down the steps leading to the
| shore, unconscious of the admiriug
masculine eyes of the group On
the veranda enjoying their after
breakfast smokes.
In few moments a man arose
from his seat and sa inferred slow
ly toward the pier
Lucky dog? He was born with
the proverbial gold spoon. all
right" remarked young Craig, a
recent arrival, as he gazed after
the well-knit figure Young,
plenty of money, and all that goes
with it."
You would not have said that a
number OF years ago, Craig" re-
marked one of the older men.
You knew him, them
Somewhat, as he was in my class
at Harvard. You are passing
through with not a thought of the
wherewithal which takes you
along. John Duncan had only his
hands and plenty of grit. And he
was the main support of a mother
who was a partial invalid He
worked every inch of his way
through and graduated with honors
at the end of three years"
Doubtless married money as
well as handsome face con-
tfnued Craig. Il saw his wife last
night. She doesn't look a day over
"a"
This is not your morning for
conjecture, Craig, and 1 am not 60
ing to gossip with you any longer.
I'm going down for a swim, but I
l will tell You that John was mar
ried shortly after he graduated and
opened his office. Nell Heath was
his stenographer, bookkeeper and
confidential clerk, as well as his
wife. She persuaded him to sub
nit plans in the contest when The
R, and X. bridge was built. He
won, and since then-well, he has
simply forged ahead. She deserves
credit as much as he does
In the meantime the object OF
their conversation had strolIed
down the boardwalk and disap-
peared around the bend in the
shore. Just as he had done so. a
gust of wind caught the sunshade
from the hand of the lady who had
left the hotel a short time before.
and sent it rolling over and over,
almost to his feet
He caught the Grant sunshade
and fastened to meet its fair owner.
who was running down the beach
in pursuit.
Thanks for retrieving NV prom
erty,' she said, as she received ire
fear that it has caught |
my mood-rather a reckless one
this morning"
pardon me-" he fastened to saw. |
as she turned away, eff you are in i
a reckless mood. won't you then |!
waive convention and allow me to !
accompany you on your morning |
stroll? Really, I am awfully lone
ly. You see, am sort of celebrating
my wedding neutrality-suspicious., |
and - Eesitatingly you might |
need to be rescued as was your
She gave him a sidelong glance,
noting the strong figure in immacu-
ate 1annels, the firm, strong chin.
and the hair. fast CRAVING at the
temples. He is handsome brute, /
anyway" was her mental comment.
Then, aloud:
How very interesting! I think 1
will accept, only you must promise
% tell me your views on matri-
nony. They doubtless are inter-
esting. since you say you are cele-
orating alone"
Granted, he laughed, "only
for confidence. Is it a
oargain?" With a significant glance
1t her left hand We will go up
o the old wreck, as it is a faYoriie
spot of mine"
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07

mitted to speak
on the floor of
the senate of
which he is a
member.
The circum-
stances of De-
schanel's resig-
nation fr O N
the presidency
in favor of Mil
lerand a year
and a half ago
are familiar to
e V e T Y b o d y.
First, he fell
out of a train
" j n d o " a t
night and es-
Gaping unhurt,
by some mira
Gle, he turned
up at the hut
OF a switch
leHUoT ana 0dQ
difficulty in es-
tablishing his
identity. Next,
hn vrac found
by an early
f i S h e r IN a n,
waist
deem in tn @
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07

Your congressman can't send you any more
free seeds from Washington, the appropria-
ton having been cut off But he'll probably be
able to send you something just good-as a
reminder that he expects you to vote for him.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07

Germany is to build for the United States
the largest airship in the world. And you can
wager that the one Germany builds will stay
up too.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07
TUESDAY, MARCH Z, 1922.

The bird responsible for the annual cry OF
a summer ice famine seems to have been asleep
on the job this year
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07

Twenty thousand suicides occurring in the
United State in the past year are attributed to
reaction after the war. 1t doesn't right
TO ignore alcohol entirely.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07
Argus Information Bureau

by The ArvuI
[ Civ
tonfdnial "a
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1922-03-07

Unhappy Paul Deschanel, carried for brief
moment TO the pinnacle of power in France has
fallen to the point where he is not even per-
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17

with their InnumeTdb
accompanying blouses are
an indispensable part of
the rousseau. An all
white skirt and sweater, a
skirt Of striped eponge
and sweater to match the
stripe, and a shimmery
silk skirt and silk blouse.
These and more are to be
found in the Suit Shop on
the Second Floor.
p y
Skirts are SIS. 95 to
$500.
= y
Sweaters are $4.95 to
$500.
Blouses at S195 to SIS.
Her orch Frocks
will be Of cotton. Fashion
hac touched them with a
magic wand-made them
gay with color. festive
with piping and ribbon
smartly sim p e, chic
enough for walking, shop
ping or visiting.
= = =
They're $1,000 to
$500.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17
E2dezz66d PPii1sO
Radio Fans May Enjoy Memorial Day Racing Classic

the electromagnetic waves travel.
permeates all substances. excepting
possibly iron and steel. Just as cas-
lily as IL does air.
II you want 10 shut out reception,
throw your switch and disconnect
your set from the antenna circuit.
Source OF Annoyance
We speak OF the detsctor tube as
oscil!ating when il is so regulated 10
receive signals at a maximum audi
bility. In this ocsillating II throws
chf small amount OF energy which
leaks through the receiving set into
the aerial.
These signals. thrown of by the
aerial, viii be heard by those nearby
who may be tuning in to the same
wave length.
This is great source OF annoyance
and requires skill IN tuning 70 avoid
il.
Tuning In
The problem OF tuning in 10 the
best advantage is one that each fan
will have to work out for himself
by simply varying his dials until
he discovers the selective spots.
You may see a set receiving very
satisfactorily at a friends home or
in a store and note the position OF
It's dials. But If you try 70 make ex-
actly the same arrangement on your
own set, It may not work at all.
II all depends on the location Of
the receiving station, tho height and
length OF the aerial the length OF
the lead-in and the size Of the wire
used.
No rules can be laid down for
specific tunings.
1t is mostly up to the operator
himself
Ticker
The plate variometer or 'tickler"
is the one part OF the set that re-
quires the most attention and skill
in handling on account OF its re-
generative principal.
But with a little practice one can
soon learn Just where each VGria-
ton is needed. and a maximum OF
efficiency in reception is enjoyed.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17
How to Get Best
Radio Results
BY r. l.. DUNCAN

Director, Radio Institute OF America
IL YOU want 70 get the most out
Of your receiving set. take this tip
or two:
Never try 70 share your aerial
with another fellow. Il won't work
Eie Will be detuning your set and
you Will be detuning his. This ap-
plies to- both outdoor and indoor
aEtenna.
II you have 10 share the aerial.
divide the time OF operation. Dis
connect one SET while The others in
use.
Don't expect too much OF your
indoor loop or frame aerial AS pre-
viously explained. this is only for use
in case YOU have a good radio fire.
quency ampliher or have a set near
a broadcasting station.
Don't think, because the aerial Is
inside the house, that you can shut
out reception by closing the doors
and windows. Ether. upon which
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17

preparations TO start the battle be-
tween 30 drivers for the 100000
prize money will also be heard by
radio. The start or the race. even
the cheering OF the crowds as the
cars get under way will be heard
hundreds or miles from the track.
Throughout the day the bulletin
radio service viii continue until
about 4 o'clock, when the finish OF
the event IS expected. Following the
race. a complete review OF the clas-
sic and names OF the ten prize win
rers will be broadcast.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17


E1DIANAPODIs. May 1s-Radio
fans who delight In sports,
Get ready 70 tune in Memorial
Day, on station Won, bTOadcasting
from Indianapolis on the 360-meter
wave length
II you 90 you VIII enjoy the 10th
annual 500-mile motor racing clas-
sic at the Indianapolis Speedway
almost as well as the racing fans n
the grandstand. You will hear all
they hear-even the pop-pop Of the
motor exhausts as they speed
around the track.
Arrangements Made
T. F. Myers, secretary and general
manager Of the Speedway, has made
all arrangements for the radio SER
vice with the Hatfield Electric Com
pauy OF this city. The central loca-
ton OF station Won makes IL pos
s.5ie II The day IS clear. for radio
enthusiasts The country over 20 hear
is program.
Get your receiving set IN tune
with Won early. for promptly At
$50 the program will start It
will begin with a band concert by
perhaps the largest aggregation Of
players heard by radiophone.
II will consist OF 40 bands massed
Into one organization Of 1000 pieces.
For half hour before the race, this
band will play before the grand
stand and its music viii be broad
cast 10 all the radio fans listening
IN
From 10 o'clock on. when the
race begins. Won will broadcast the
progress OF the contestants at half
hour intervals. Important incidents
viii be related
Bombs by Radio
Bombs signaling progress in
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17
RADIO PRIMER

CoUNTERPoISE-one or more
wires stretched beneath the aerials
and insulated from the earth. II Is
used in radio transmission and re-
ceptton when a good ground connec-
ton is not available. Aircraft use
ccunterpoise because Of their in
ability 10 ground their radio sets.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17


An instant later Lucinda was won
dering why she replied: "Fhe first
train for Chicago, please" She knew
no reason why she should have
named Chicago rather than any
other city where she was unknown
and where she might count on being
free 10 think things out in her own
time and fashion
XII
"Inexpressibly shocked. Arriving
tomorrow. VIII call on YOU ten a
m. Meanwhile Bank Of Michigan
viii supply you with funds in any
amount you may require if you will
be pleased 10 identify yourself 10 Mr..
Southland there"
The author of this telegram. which
was delivered on the morning OF
Lucinda's fifth day in Chicago. was
punctual TO the minute Of his ap-
pointment; otherwise he would hard
ly have been the rectilinear gentle
man of the frock-coat school that ne
was.
Notwithstanding that Hartford
Willis was pledged to a code of NOR
ais and manners vinted in the early
eighteen eighties. and so implacably
antagonistic to the general trend of
present-day thought on the divorce
question. his great affection for Luz
cinda predisposed him to allow that
the course she had taken with Bel
lamy had been the only one his con-
duct had left open 10 her
MY dear Lucinda" Willis intoned
deliberately. L must say you seem
to be bearing up remarkably we'll.
all things considered, remarkably
wen"
i've stopped bowling and drum
ming the floor with my heels" Lu-
einda admitted-"if that's what you
mean. When I found it didn't d.
any good. gave it up, and I've felt
more cheerful ever since"
Cheerful Willis repeated IN a
sepulehral voice.
More like an average human be d.
ing who's been horribly hurt but
who can't see why life should be
counted total loss for all that"
You don't think it would be
worth while" Willis suggested as
one in duty bound, Ito forgive Bel
lamy. give him another chance ."
II don't know that I've got any
thing 10 forgive him. Mr.. Willis
Why should l forgive him for being
. true 10 himself It's myself I can't
forgive. because I was silly enough
10 let him 60 on as long as I did
making me a laughing stock o.. Be
sides. I'm not so sure It's good for
us 20 be forgiving our sins; we're all
such vain creatures. we're too apt 70
take forgiveness as a license 10 mis-
behave still more. Don't YOU
see ,"
Continued i'm Our Next Issue.)
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17

A simple little street
frock. preferably in a
dark shade.
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a beaded gown for after
noon and informal even
ing wear. that may be
dark in color or of pastel
shade.
A sport frock of silk on
nifty sport lines, in white.
or bright color.
\ y y
a cool little frook Of chif-
fon. as simple and beguil-
ing as wood violet.
- =
All these and more are to
be found in Wyman's
Dress Shop. Second Floor
at reasonable Prices. too.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17
A Motor Coat

Mannishly simple, and
much in the mode. An
essential for motoring.
boating a n d outings.
$1,000 to $500.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1922-05-17
rousseau
Accessories
Suit
ofTweed

There are slim little slips
of frocks, neat and sweet
as a pea in a pod; a girl
ish box coat to cover it,
or a dashing cape; per
haps knickers, a skirt and
mannish coat. Sensible
and becoming and eco
nonlical. too. $3.50 to
$500.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19
Choir PREPARES
FOR MUSICALE
Yesterday and Today Is
Spectacle From Pen of
Mrs. n. S. Wood of the
Methodist Church

! Rehearsals for Yesterday and To.
day. mvsical spectacle to be pre-
scented at the Palace theater Thurs
day night, March ., by members of
the choir of the Broadway Methodist
church and additional artists under
the direction of Mrs. n. &. Wood. are
progressing successfully and every in
/ dication points to the fact that this
event will surpass all previous pre-
sentations of the choir, which has al.
ready established an ensable record
in giving musical productions in ,he
! CITY,
The plot and arrangement of Yes
terday and Today" is the work of Mrs.
Wood, who is one of Ardmore's best
known musicians and whose ability
along this line assures Ardmore audi
ence of a splendid entertainment.
While the name is suggestive OF
| historical America, and some of the
settings would add to that impress
sion, the presentation is purely a
musical spectacle. with scenes laid
during the Colonial days of 1860 up to
| ing a gradual onward step with spe.
cial emphasis as to the music
Opening with "Tho Statue of Lib
erty," the curtain ascends on a beau
tiful scene in the home of the old
aristocracy Southern melodies and
old love songs. with liberal inter.
spersing of comedy, is featured. A
pretty love theme is carried out, also
The second act centers around the
"Districk Schulz" with eight girls
and one small boy, who introduce
many clever songs and talks.
Modern Young America" the be.
| ginning of the To-day" opens the
third act. This scene is laid in
beautiful garden where young girls
and boys, truly modern, are gossip.
ing" The finale of this act brings
in 40 people.
The climax Of the production is
reached in the fourth and last act
when Miss Cameron Boone, soloist of
Dallas, Texas, and well known in
Ardmore, having at one time resided
here will give a program of modern
selections. Miss Boone recently re.
ceived injuries in railroad accident
and Is now convalescing in a Dallas
hospital, but she has recovered suf-
fciently to insure her presence here
on the date set for the production.
Leading roles. in addition to Miss
Boone, will be taken by Mrs. Harold
Grimes of Fort Worth, Texas, and
Howard Crutcher of Dallas.
No detail is being overlooked to
make this one Of the best produc-
tons ever presented in the city. Mrs.
Wood states that the city's best talent
will be heard
The stage settings will be artistic
and the costuming will be very elab-
crate, especially is this true in the
Colonial scene.
Among local artists who will take
part are Mrs. r. S. Gardenhire. Mrs.
Tom Frame, Mrs. A. NJ. Helper, Miss
Mary Grimes, Miss nellie Hall, Mrs.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19

Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Sherwood, ac-
companied by Mrs. Sherwood's sister,
Mrs. Gregory. left Saturday for mo.
ton trip TO Dallas, where Mr.. Sher-
wood was called on business. Mrs.
Sherwood will remain in Dallas To
visit some days with her mother and
sister
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19
Society
Dinner Party ut Home Of Mrs. I. Y.

Dinner Party ut Home Of Mrs. 4. Y
Morgan.
Mrs. T. Y. Morgan entertained with
o'clock dinner at her home 20 i
street, southwest, on Friday evening,
honoring her nephew, A. G.. Mcintosh
of Gulfport, Mississippi, who is visit
ing in Ardmore with view TO locat
ing here.
Attractive table decorations suggest
i've of the Washington holiday were
used. Places were marked for the
following guests:
Mr.. and Mrs. j. B. Champion.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. l.. Anderson.
Mr.. and Mrs John Cameron.
Mr.. and Mrs. Barney Feagan.
Mrs. Balkan.
MIR. and Mrs. Frank Sherwood.
Mrs. Gregory.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Gait.
Mr.. and Mrs. Roy Johnson.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. ID. Potter.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19

One OF the most attractive pro-
grams offered to Ardmore folk during
this season was given Friday evening
at the high school auditorium under
the auspices of the Philharmonic club
when Miss Martha McCarty. sister OF
Mrs. A. T. West, and well known
dancer Of Oklahoma City. represented
the three periods Of the dance-pre.
historic. colonial and modern.
The feature of the evening, in addi-
ton TO Miss McCarty's Blue Bird
dance, was u talk. with Illustrations.
by Miss Mildred Calf. who presented
a number Of her pupils in one OF the
most artistic and beautiful programs
that has been shown in Ardmore.
All forms OF the dance were repre-.
sented by these pupils. who showed q
remarkable grace and technique Of
training. Mary Mansfield Ruth AMI
Louise l. i:;on. 10 shelton. Minerva
Thompsal. Mary Davis. Mary Grlf.
fin. Elizabeth Gait and Chiaulta wee
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19

among tkc very attractive children
who illustrated the dance.
The following program was given.
Piano, Dance Megre,' (Scott;--
Mrs. w. B. Tyer
Talk, "The Dance" with ilustra
tions: (a) Devi Dassi, OBJ Seranota
Marsco, (c) Second Acabispuc. (d)
Maria Maid. (e) Sculpture Plastique
Mes Mildred Gait and iun. u Phil.
Earmoni s.
ave Verum" (Moz1.t .tr-Philhar.
manic String trio.
"Dakaks hawak" BluebirL Lance)-
Mis- H:cCarty.
Duct. "rhc Fan"-Nfrs. Ellie Bak.
er and Miss Ellen Dickson.
Colonial Pass Pied"-AIiss Nc.
Carly.
Voices of Spring"-NIiss Gait.
AEnuet, Gypsy Maid" (From op-
era Mignonl--Aiiss McCarty.
Accompanies. Mrs. A. T. West,
Mrs. Don Lacy and Miss Dorothy En-
dicott.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19
Tries Hunger Strike
To Beat GallOwS

CHICAGO.-Harvey Church was
placed Saturday in the county Jail
death cell in an effort TO save the
life Of the murderer so that he will
not cheat the gallows. Forcible feed.
ing of the slayer Of Bernard Daugh.
crty. automobile salesman has failed
to bring back the strength lost in his
hunger strike and his condition was
so weak that physicians decided he
must have better quarters. The death
cell was equipped as an emergency
hospital ROOM
Church's sanity hearing. pending
which he was granted two weeks
stay Of execution Friday, starts Mon.
day.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19
SmOOt Tariff Plan
Thought Agreed On

WASHINGTON. - The adoption Of
the Smoot plan Of assessing tariff
duties as the basis of the foreign
value OF the imported articles Is un.
derstood TO have practically agreed
upon by republican members of the
senate finance committee.
The rewriting OF the ad valorem
rates in the Fordney bill on the basis
OF this plan was started today, sena-
tors said and since the original rates
were predicted upon American valua.
ton. It was said that increases were
being made in many instances.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19

j. $. Dillard; Messrs. G. A. Sessions
ana Ralph +. Downs. Mrs. Don Lacy
will he accompanist for Miss Boone.
while Mrs. William Ringer will be
accompanist for the other rart of the
program.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1922-02-19
THREE DEAD IN MINE
EXPLOSION AT SAViNNt 4

MALESTER. okla-Thc death list
resulting from an explosion Thursday
in Brewer mine No. 3. at Savanna.
was brought to three Saturday morn.
ing with the death of JOHN Pistocco at
n McAlestcr hospital. The accident
was caused when a mine lamp ienlted
n kcg of powder. The other dead are
Pete Niale, "a years old, and Martin
Scico.