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. ** " ifiViMiSilll ilfr i III Ml II I I u II ilMiim n" I \ "" < - • TOE PLAINDEALER; McHBNRY, ILL. GREATER EFFICIEiiClf" y'f": >w Grain in Western Canada, Make Profits, and Show Greater Patriotism. • 'Ithe nation-wide cry of "More ISA- dency" has now reached even the most remote agricultural sections and there ; Is a general interest amongst the farm- «rif to increase their products' and tc reduce their expenses. The need ot foodstuffs is greater than the world has ever before known, and every ef­ fort Is being used to meet the world's food requirements, becoming more apparent every day. While It Is true that this desire Is attested by a gen­ eral patriotism, there is an under­ lying factor in this extension work- to secure some of the benefits that are being offered by a ready market at maximum prices. Wide-spread atten­ tion has been glvejj to the opportunity In this respect in Western Canada, where fortunes are being made in a few crops out of grain at preseat •"prices.; It has been found that the open, , level prairie can be cultivated for whejjt and other small grains at a min­ imum price, and during the past few yenVs the yields have been more thnn satisfactory. Wheat crops of forty bushel to the acre have been common In Western Canada in the last three or four years, and with a present avail­ able price of over $2.00 per bushel this means a return on Investment and labor that cannot be duplicated else­ where. This Is made possible by the low priced lands that can be secured for grain growing. The range in price rims from $15 to $25 per acre, accord­ ing to location and other local cornll tions. In this period of "more agricul­ tural efficiency" it is apparent at glance that the farmer on low priced but high grade lands, growing hK grain at a minimum cost, is reaping a golden harvest "with the highest per centage of profit. The cultivator of high priced farm lands has a big handicap to overcome in computing his profits on a $200 an acre farm as compared with the agri­ culturist reaping as great, if not greater return from $25 an acre land. It therefore becomes a question for the farmer himself to answer, whether he is doing himself and his country the best service, by devoting all his ener­ gies to working high priced land that yields no better return than land tli:it can be secured at one-eighth tho price. It is a case of getting either minimum or maximum quantity. Many have already deckled on the alterna­ tive. and with their spare money In­ vested in and now working Western Caniula lands, they are allowed to speak for themselves. Apparently they are satisfied, for we learn of cases where on a $4,000 Investment, In one year they have had their money back, with a profit of from 50% to 100%. Such is one of the steps In progresslve- ness now being demonstrated in the effort to create greater efficiency. The Canadian Government is using every effort to bring these conditions to the attention of the agricultural world, in order to secure the necessary Increased grain production so greatly needed. The farmer In Western Canada is ex­ empt from all personal taxes. His buildings, stock and Implements nre not assessed; and every encourage­ ment is given to farmers to improve nnd increase their farm output. Re­ duced railway rates are being offered to new settlers to look over the coun­ try and to sl«e up an unprecedented opportunity In farming.--Advertise­ ment. FUR ON EVERYWHERE S WEAR Neir I«k.--Two important facts stand out In the fashions for winter. The extraordinary display of peltry is one, and the juxtaposition of different materials Is the other. The first fashion spells extrava­ gance; the second stands for economy. It Is the latter in which the great ma­ jority of women should be more inter­ ested, but with that delightful incon­ sistency which makes the race charm­ ing, they pay more attention to the ex­ travagant fashion and allow It to ab­ sorb the better purt of their thoughts on dress. The last savage Instinct to exist In a woman Is her desire for pieces of fur to adojrn her person. There was once a time when peltry belonged to winter and was needed for protection, and this excuse- was used by every woman who -eotild filch money from the housekeeping allowance to buy a bit of fur to go about her neck; but this flimsy excuse has faded Into the back­ ground since it has been the fashion to be as prolific with fur in hot weather as lij cold weather. ; '^Pelting Women With Peltry. „ TW appearance of a group of wom­ en on the street on a cool morning suggests that some dynamic force has been pelting them with pieces of fur In a hit or miss fashion. There is no plan of action running through the scheme of dressing. Wherever a piece of fur has hit a frock, there it remains. There are swinging panels at the sides of skirts which are edged with fur; there are Immense collars with wide, separate wristlets of fur used on CAN NOW BLOW OLD WHISTLF •< Tooter of Steamer Northwest Blown Off Eleven Years Ago Brought to Surface. Captain Delude, In charge of the government's channel organization on the Cowlitz river with the dredge Mon" ticello, was surprised on being present­ ed with a whistle that blew off a steamer he commanded eleven years ago, relates the Portland Oregonian. In 1906 he was master of the steam­ er Northwest of the Kellogg fleet, which was lost on 'the Skeena river In British Columbia during the Cowllt* flood. The Northwest was approaching Stella and Captain Delude counted on a gladsome greeting to the residents In the way of a prolonged whistle salute. Instead, the pipe was unequal to the strain of such a burst of steam and overbqprd went the whistle. The Monticello was engaged about the same spot the other day when the mate, noticing all odd mass In a bucketful of material brought to the surface, picked out the lost whittle. It is recalled by mariners that years ago the steamer Bailey Oatzert lost her whistle in the same way when ya^ng on Puget sound. Bluing the Cat. Johnny Saw his mother rinsing th« clothes in bluing and asked; "What yon doln* that for, mother?" •*To get the clothes white." About an hour after she heard loud yell from the house and running fn. she saw Johnny trying to put the 5 big black family cat into the bluing. ' Mother rescued the feline and upon demanding a reason for his actions, Johnny replied: "Well I don't like black cats an* I was goin' to soak her In the bluln' an* make her white." r Exaggerated cape and muff of ermine with black tail6. The cape is held to the figure by a waistcoat effect in front and its shapeless folds fall away from the neck and sleeves. The bar­ rel muff has an Indian fringe of black and white tails to correspond with the hat of the desert made of black velvet, the brim covered with ostrich flues. blouses and coats; there are jackets which have ftir peplums or a fur panei down the back; there are other coats that display waistcoats of peltry and, possibly, patch pockets which corre­ spond with the nem on the skirt. The milliners have made hats of fur In patchwork fashion. A turban of yellow will have brown spots on it; a flaring brim of sealskin will be at­ tached to a crown of ermine which has a medallion of seal on top; a bee-liive hat of black velvet will have bands made from three kinds of fur running around the base of the crown to end in a lover's knot at the side. Few women want to buy a top coat or c short, rippling jacket of fur which Is not built up in successive tiers of VELVET CAPE, FUR TRIMMING Peltry Adornment Popular, Easily Made; Hat and MufF to Match Not Difficult to Make. As short capes are now quite the latest^ thing in the way of peltry adornment decide upon a velvet cape edged with some sort of cheap fur. Capes are easy to make with the aid of a pattern, which can be purchased nt almost any of the pattern depart­ ments in the big stores, aud a few yards of velvet, an equal number of yards of silk for lining aud a soft flannel interlining to make the cape sufficiently warm will be all that is needed besides the fur for trimming purposes. A hat and even a muff to match are within the possibilities open to the girl who is clever with her needle and is not afraid of trying something new. The woman who wishes to appear smartly garbed at all hours of the day must invest in a tailor-made suit of good cloth cut on good lines. This Is one of the essentials of a smart ward- robe without which one cannot do. opposing cape coat of sealskin has collar and cuffs of ermine edged with black broadtails and there are huge buttons of seal surrounded by broadtail and set in jgunmetal rims. Where there Is so much fur floating about, it is quite natural that the odds and ends of it should be utilized as long as fashion permits women to put it on their clothes without apparent de­ sign. Lover's knots, which have come into fashion again, are made of fur, for In­ stance, and are attached to the cuffs, to the front of the collar and some­ times used as a substitute for buttons down the front of a velvet bodice or a loose Russian blouse that is betted in with peltry. Wristlets of Fur. The sweeping demand for wristlets which has been made by the fighters has Introduced a new fashion in fur among women. Possibly, you have not seen these medieval bits of arm cover­ ings? Some of them are shaped like th6 lace mitts worn In the Civil war, with a slash at one side for the thumb; others are made very much on the pat­ tern of the knitted wristlet desired by the Red Cross. The Blouse of the Hour. The second fact of Importance In fashion which was stated In the begin­ ning of this story is tho furtherance of economical ideas in dress by joining to­ gether whatever materials one likes to accomplish a suit or a frock. In this one respect, fashion has turned a somersault over the interven­ ing decades between a fashion that way and a fashion that is. Those-who ..were shrewd enough to foretell a scar­ city of worsted materials in the world warned us that a season would soon break in which the uniform line of enhy and fabric from chin to ank;> must be abandoned. That hour hus approached more rapidly than even the prophets foretold. At the moment, we are not aware that there is any exas­ perating need of such economy, but preparedness is the best way to face an approaching truth. Therefore, the world of dressmakers has given women to understand that it is no longer necessary to have a coat that matches a skirt or a blouse that matches either, no matter for what oc­ casion the costume is intended. Even for the most ceremonial hours, such a.« the opera, a dinner or a dance, ther»> are black and colored velvet skirts with bodices that are as remote from the skirt as though they had been bodily lifted from another costume. The Peasant Blouse. For the house, and for all manner of usage under a coat, there is another kind of separate blouse which is, at last, a serious rival to the white shirt­ waist, There is nothing new in it. It has been worn for centuries by the peat- ants of every country. It was adopte in America by njminority of women over a year ago, but It Is now offered as the most pleasing contrast to skirt that has nothing in common with •It as far as texture and color go. The host of women who have worked In the arts and crafts department of dress, and those who have catered to the artistic element, offered these sep­ arate blouses with persuasive words, but it was only when the shops took them up that the public accepted them as a leading fashion. It is quite easy to see how they slm plify dressing. They are made of soft colorful fabrics, the lining may be added or dispensed with, they manage to blend with any kind of separate skirt that the wardrobe affords, and they permit a woman to remove her coat at luncheon in the afternoon, which was a permission not given by the separate white shirtwaist. (Copyright, 1917, by the MoClure Newspa per Syndicate.) EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OF WOMEN FOR VARIOUS BRANCHES OF RAILWAYS Women have made a splendid start In various branches of railroad work to wake up war-time deficiencies of men, according to reports of the New York Central railroad, where President- Al­ fred H. Smith has ordered the em­ ployment and _ training of - feminine workers wherever possible In all de­ partments. © A gang of 30 women, under direction of a woman bookkeeper, is employed by the New York Central at Collin- vrood, O., in sorting 3,000 tons of scrap, nuts,- steel plates, spikes, bolts, brake shoes--practically every part of a su­ perannuated engine or a broken-down car. These women examine and sort every piece of scrap; they do the work as well as men and appear to like it. A. T. Hardin, senior vice president in charge of operation of the New York Central, who promulgated an or­ der to all officers to "begin the em­ ployment and training of women for the various branches of the service which they can perform, beginning at first with the least laborious work," Is quoted by the Railway Employe as saying, concerning progress of the movement: Receive Same Pay. "The first rule we laid down about the increased employment of women made necessary by the war was this: The woman who does the same work as a man will get the same pay as a man. Those women who are sorting scrap get an average of $2.50 a day-- just what a man would receive for similar work. "We have increased greatly the num­ ber of women employed in our audit­ ing department. We have women in our car department to keep track of the movements of 240,000 cars. They keep a record where each car goes and what It does pvcry Wn put WOBl@B- to work in our purchasing departments;. We are training women to sell tickets, to aef as watchmen at railroad cross­ ing In our shops women are learning to -run lathes, drills and other small tools, and we expect to employ women as-assistants in stations. Heavy Work Barred. "There is no work done on railroads \yhich a woman cannot do, except the heaviest manual labor requiring phys­ ical strength. Women could not lay railway ties. They should not be called upon to do work whlch*would overtax their strength. We are not used to the idea of the performance of manual labor by women in this country. We don't like to see women do hard work. But there is nothing about railroad work requiring skill or accuracy whleh women cannot do. We have had one woman watcher at a railroad crossing up the state for the last ten years. War Gives Opportunity. "Our present work is centered large­ ly in the organization and training of women for employment by the rail­ roads. We cannot tell how long the war will last or how many men *we may lose by the draft. We want to be ready. The women we are training are In many Instances relatives of our em­ ployees. They have taken up railroad work eagerly and energetically. Their contribution to the industrial welfare of the country will be of tremendous benefit to women. Many women have extraordinary energy and power for constructive work which has never been put to practical use. The war gives them an opportunity to serve their country and themselves. "In Europe women have proved their capacity to do the work of men and American women are demonstrating equal efficiency in every field they have entered. JEasij to figure the Z*ofiis lllllfllw Where in Western CauMi *30 per acre food far* laad that will 2® to 45 bushels to the acre mi 92 wheat -- its , easy to figure the profits. Many Western Canadian j farmers (scores of them from the U. S.) have paid for their land from a single crop. Such an opportunity for 109% prafit on labor and investment is worth investigation. Canada extends to you a hearty invitation to settle on her Free Homestead Lands of 160 Acres Each or secure some of the low priced lands in Ihudtsfca, Alberta. Think what yo« can make with wheat at $2 a easy to get. Worderiul yields also of Oata, gflij «d Flax. ROxed farming and cattle raising. The climate is healthful and sgreeable; railway fa­ cilities excellent; good schools and churches convenient. Write for literature and particulars as to reduced railway rates to Supi, Immigration, Ottawa, ©ft© C. J. Brouthton, Room 412, 112 W. Adam Street. Chicago, III.; M. V. Maclnnec, 171 Jafferaon Atcdin, Detroit. Mich Canadian Government Agents aOMMHinBH Mud Flats Netting Fortunes. Five ye(ars ago Oakland creek, near Saa Francisco, now dignified by the name "harbor," was a marine grave­ yard. Today, observes a writer, it stnmlVas one of the leading shipbuild­ ing centers in the entire country. As a study In contrasts it Is without par­ allel. Five years ago ten-acre tracts along its shores could be had for $50 a year from the city council: today single acres are being held at $17,500. As an instance of Industrial develop­ ment and progress It has probably not been approached by any other region in the country. Given a good-looking su||^ woman can go anywhere at any of the day and feel that she is dressed In good taste and good style. Some Knitting Hints. To join yarn without knots: When near the end of yarn, Insert the new yarn in the eye of a large needle stitch up the end of the old yarn for an inch and a half or more, withdraw the needle, give the joined threads slight twist, and it is almost impossible to find the joining. Binding off stitches is very tedious but may be done easily and uniformly by the use of a crochet hook, crochet ing each stitch and lifting off the knit­ ting needle. One Romance Ended. Mother--Has Mr. Jinks proposed to you yet, Bella? Bella--No, ma; but I think he was on the point of doing so last night. He asked me If you were going to live with me when I got married and I said "Yes." Mother (excitedly)--And then what did he say? Bella--He said "Good-by!" i JTliat Does the Work. With a little diplomacy any woman can Induce her hbsband to buy her n new hat. All she has to do is to visit his otteeftrrayedfii atuT'Dt- her. owa make. ""v. SOME WINTER FASHIONS Bead trimming is widely used on many frocks and blouses of georgette crepe. One especially lovely afternoon frock is made of gray .georgette, with a deep oversklrt edged with' an inch- wide band of blue bead embroidery. The round-necked bodice and the long, loose sleeves are likewise edged with the same banding. Flaring ornaments made of feath­ ers of iridescent coloring are used on some of the new velvet hats. Flame color is coming In for much attention this season, especially for evening wraps and gowns. It is a love­ ly color, especially in* velvet or in net ef georgette. Deep hems of fur are used on frocks fit thin material. Young girls' frocks of serge or some other heavy fabric are shown with pique collars. On frocks for women the white collar has been to a large extent replaved by a collar of colored linen or else colored georgette or chiffon. Dull blue Is much used for collars for navy blue frocks. Umbrellas of colored silks are gain- Cleans Black Satin. Dust satin carefully, spread It smooth on flat surface and apply with a brush or piece of flannel a cold strong infusion of black tea. Or wash it ip gasoline, dipping 1t up and down and rubbing it lightly between the fingers. Take care not to crease fab­ ric. This removes dirt quickly and does not cause color to run. Ing more and more popularity. Blue, green, red and purple are the colors most often seen. Festoons of lace are arranged ruf­ fle-like on some of the new silk petti­ coats. Much millinery is shown in brown velvet. Whether the dye situation or the swinging pendulum of fashionable taste is responsible for this popular­ ity nobody knows. At all events brown is one of the best colors of the win­ ter. Although Sam Browne belts are tabooed in some sections as far as sol­ diers' appurel goes, they are increas­ ingly popular for women. They are, sold inexpensively and give the much desired military aspect to the yoyng girl's street costume. Pongee silk, now that It is so diffi­ cult to get silks of European manufac­ ture, is more and more used and pre-, dictions are made that it will be in great demand next spring. One of the newest Ideas is pajamas with a bustle. This bustle is effected with several ruffles of wide ribbon, fastened across the back of the paja- at the hip lin* '1.. WOMEN REPLACE MEN IN RAILROAD CAR SHOPS. LOCOMOTIVE BUILT ON COAST liberty Engine of Pacific Type, Juat Completed, Is First in Twenty- Five Year*. The first locomotive constructed on the Pacific coast in a quarter of a cen­ tury has just had its maiden trip over the Southern Pacific lines, having hnuled part of the draft contingent from Sacramento to Oakland and thence to Roseburg, Ore. In its first 72 hours' services the new engine covered 1,040 passenger miles, which is consid­ ered an exceptionally fine showing. The locomotive was constructed In the Southern Pacific shops In Sacramento and is of the Pacific type. Six consoli­ dation engines for freight service and three ten-wheelers are also being built In Sacramento, the ten costing $300,- 000, and constituting part of the South­ ern Pacific's Order for 65 new engines. The "Liberty engine," as it has been nicknamed, has a traction pull of 45,' 470 pounds. HANDCAR FOR RAILROAD USES Device Shown in Illustration, Built of Strong Oak, Mounted on Axle, ^ la Convenient. For use In repair work on tracks and other railroad equipment the handcar shown in the Illustration was KB MA0C or r (MM n n n n n n FLIVVER IS ENTIRE RAILWAY Rolling Stock of Louisiana Road Con­ sists Entirely of a Small Automobile. Most of the rolling stock of the Christie k. Eastern railway between Christie and Peasen, La., two towns in Sabine Parish, consists of a small automobile which is operated as a full- fledged railway train--locomotive, ex­ press car, passenger coach and all. It runs on regular time table schedule and does a thriving business in both passenger and express traffic. The auto has been made through a truck attachment and special body into quite railroad coach. PUT PERISCOPES ON TRAINS Optical Devices Arranged to Enable .Driver to Obtain Indirect View ef Train or Track. Among the latest articles patented In South Africa are periscopes for engine drivers. They consist of two mirrors or equivalent optical devices arranged one below the other and placed on the roof or sides of a loco­ motive or railway vehicle, to enable the driver or guard to obtain an in­ direct view of the track or train, and to enable the guard by means of a lamp to flash signals or colored lights to a reflector on the engine. Loyalty of Conductors. A resolution expressing "their com­ mon, unswerving and continued loy­ alty to the war aims of Canada and the United States" was adopted by representatives of 200.000 American and Canadian railroad conductors now In convention at Ottawa. The ^solu­ tion was forwarded to Sir Robert Bor- dtn, prime minister ofVnnada. CUCVATION Hand oar for Repair Work. found convenient, writes Roy H. Post- on of Flat River, Mo., in Popular Me­ chanics. It is strongly built of oak and mounted on an axle fitted to a set of flange wheels. The frame is sup­ ported on the axle by means of two bearings of strap Iron, formed as shown in the detail, and bolted to the frame. KIDNEY SUFFERERS HAVE FEELING OF SECURITY You naturally feel secure when you know that the medicine you are about to take is absolutely pure and contains no harmful or habit producing drugs. Such a medicine it Dr. Kilmer's Swamp- Root, kidney, liyer and bladder remedy. The same standard of purity, strength and excellence is maintained in every bottle of Swamp-Root. Swamp-Root is scientifically compound­ ed from vegetable herbs. It is i^ot a stimulant and is taken in teaspoonful doses. It is not secommended for everything. According to verified testimony it is nature's great helper in relieving and over­ coming kidney, liver and bladder trou­ bles. A sworn statement of purity is with every bottle of Dr. Kilmer's Swamp- Root. If you need a medicine, yon should have the best. If you are already convinced that Swamp-Hoot is what you need, you will find it on sale at all drug stores in bottlea or two sizes, medium and large. However, if you wish first to try this great preparation send ten cents to Dr. Kilmer & Co., Binghamton, N. Y., for a sample bottle. When writing be sure and mention this paper.--Adv. For Future Happiness. • No citizen who contributes freely and In the right spirit to the various war and relief funds will regret It In after life. Now Is the time to lay up material for pleasant reminiscences In the years to come.--Burlington Hawk- eye. and land so Js'-W At It Again. "Sarb," said Hop, diffidently. **I have-a serious question to ask you.** "There's a catch in It. somewhere,** * **f| responded Sarh. "But it's my turn. I'll bite. What's the question?** X" ii,^2 "This Isn't column stuff/' protested- Dave. "In fact, I'd rather It didn't g<* any further. Can you lend me five dot-; lars for a few days?" "I knew It was some kind of com* edy., No. I can't lend you five dollars.^ Why don't you get Blank to let yof$ have It?" p "Oh. Blank don't know -me Wl|F' well, and--" ; "That's why I suggested him" State of Ohio, City of Toledo, tM County--ss. Frank J. Cheney makes oath that h® la. '>] „ senior partner of the firm of F. J. Cheney" - 1 ® 4k Co., doing business !n the City of T©^. t - .« ledo. County and State aforesaid, and thaft '< ^ s a i d f i r m w i l l p a y t h e s u m o f O N E H U N - ^ • « DRED DOLLARS for any case of Catarrhf--" *%' £ that cannot be cured by the use ot ̂ nf- * HALL'S CATARRH MEDICINE. FRANK J. CHENEY. 7;]'*<! Sworn to before me and subscribed in f my presence, thta 6th day of December," A. D. 1886. (Seal) A. W. Gleason, Notary Public. ; HALL'S CATARRH MEDICINE is takj •n Internally and acts through the Bioo on the Mucous Surfaces of the System. Druggists. 75c. Testimonials free*. j F. J. Cheney A Co., Toledo, Ohiot v m - Foods That Energize. g Persons who are doing heavy leal labor and very active children^ need more energy-yielding food than.,, j those engaged in mental work or light physical labor. Some of the ^ »; principal energy-yielding foods are ceV' ^ reals, bread and butter, corn breads, . * 5 white and sweet potatoes, cream and other wholesome fats and sweets. W:: A ' ** important to Mothers Keeping the Quality Vp •« for Colds and wrlp. is now HOo !**r bo*. On onuiot' the advance to the priot* of the six dlf- tnt Medicinal.(Jonenntratwl Kxlrarts and Chrm- . ..,1 contained In LAX ATI V H! BKOMO Ql'tNlNB, it vims necessary to Inrrpapo ttin price to the l>rug- •lafc. it has iluixi the U-ofc lor » Quarter «t » C*si*> ury. It U u»ed by OTeryClTlU«ed Nation. Our Batting Average. No man can make a hit every time. In life a batting average of .300 Is the best the best of us get. Examiue" carefully every bottle ('ASTORIA, that famous old reiikH^jf^v vf ,j for infants and children, and see that ic 7"* - Signature of \ In Use for Over 30 Years. ^ ' J2"' Children Cry for Fletcher's Castom ,, if j ; Fragrance of Blosaoma. 1 ^ Flowers are more fragrant when the| - sun is not Shining on them, according^;; to a French scientist, because »he> oil that produces the perfume is forced; out by the water pressure In the plants celts and this 1$ diminishedvmr \>ik light. . , , .j,',,, ^ ^ Lots of folks are willing to let you, s have your own way If you are mod- est about It end pay generously. " ' A Foolish Question. Wifey--What are you coming home for at this time In the morning? • Hubby--Brekfush. A Big Christmas Offer All evils that cannot be attributed to the weather may be blamed on the war. "Of course you bum hard coal?' 'Yes--hard to get." From now ontll Christmas we wiH" send you postpaid on rweipt of tl-UU the new cloth-bonnd book. "Cattls Breeds and Origin." Describes.,'?-^ and pictures In natural colors e*ery !s . breed of cattle. The only book of its ktnd in America. Send now whH« this offer lasts: regular retail price ; 0.00. A Tuluable instructive and -• interesting book. jj; Or. David RobartsCo..BMk De»t,Wauke»fa*.Wk. k F I T S Dr. May's Treatment conquers ^worst cases of Epilepsy. Spasms, Convulsions, Nervous Disor­ ders. Generous $2.00 bottle sent free. STAT* AO» Sr. W. H. MAY, 661» PEARL ST., N. Y. RAILROAD MAN IS ARTISTIC Towerman at Pomona, Cal., Not Satis­ fied to Have His Place Re­ garded as Eyesore. Hie towerman of the Southern Pa* ciflc railroad at Pomona, Cal., is an ex­ ception to most men in his line of business. He is not satisfied to have his tower looked upon by the villagers and traveling public as an eyesore, says a writer in Boy's World. Conse­ quently he planted vines around it and trained them Into designs, so as to conceal the unsightly outlines «>f his "nest." He trained some of the vines to grow into the shape of the let­ ters "S" and "P," the initials of the road for which he works, He also made a neat border around his yard with whitewashed stones, and planted a variety of flowers, and even vege­ tables. In the yurd he built a tiny house to add variety to the landscape. He raises enough vegetables this unique garden for the use of his fam­ ily. Gasoline Locomotives. Gasoline, locomotives up to 160 horse power are being built for handling freight cars about railroad and fac­ tory yards. CARTERS ITTLE PILLS. Carter's Little Liver Pills For Constipation A vegetable remedy that always gives pi pation. Banishes that tired feeling alt rompt relief in const!* ther and ogether and puts right over-night, stimulates the Liver gently, but quickly restor­ ing it to full and healthy action, and the stomach and bo to their natural functions. Making life worth living. yon :tor- bowels Small Pill Smtil Pom Small Price y'J > < #. 3 - J • •£*( -*tn •icnature m Dncv PHFFIfS or HEALTHY COLOR indicate# Iron in she Blood. Me or I\vO I V-*1 IjEiIVJ co!orles» M faces usually show itsabsence. A con- PAD TER S IRON PILLS dition which will :>e much helptd by V AR 1 LiIV J *"^11 M 1L.L^ Boxed Kaiser's Ears. Mrs. Christian Tropitz of I'eorin claims to have known in chlldhoo«i Emperor William of Germany, and to have once slapped his ears. Women on Scottish Roada. Employment ot women on the Scot­ tish railroads has doubled since the war began. Railroads In British Empire. There are lOOXWO inUjgs railroad* fn the British empire. Carmen's Union In Canadfe Brotherhood of Railway ©armen have 90 Canadian local unions. Went by the Taste. '•What's a grapefruit. Chimmie?" "Don't you know? It's a lemon dai's flavored wld quinine." "Oh a man!" "He did: I'm Made for Her. I wish the Lord had made me 'lie man.*1 ANTISEPTIC POWDER FOR PERSONAL HYGIENE Dissolved In water for douche* stopa pelvic catarrh, ulceration and iaflem mation. Recommended by Lydia L Pinkhans Med. Co. for tea yean. A ht eiinjf wonder for nasal catani^ •ore throat and aore eye*. Ecoeooucai Ha* extteaniwy rtinnanit * J toatkida! fewer. « pu-pyd If Lm. FoQgtCoaspcfty. Mmt Baby's Eyt&, Marine Eye lUmetly Mvw, >0 Sfc. I" r uS #••• 4lkMirlaefcj* itoMii €•«• Cfcicas** 1 BFii"^iii '**y' T 1 rSS? Curpomtivii pe.s$ed hv iasttn eoiauinv for p*rtieti**ra. * CHICAGO, NO. &1-1SI7.