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THE MoHEKBY PLAINDEAMR, XeHRNBY, tlX. ILLINOIS % News Notes * E Springfield.--fey not selling the waterway bonds provided for by the test legislature, the state of Illinois saved $40,000 in interest, it was announced in the retirement of the first million dollars worth of bonds by State Treasurer Fred B. Sterling. Twenty million dollars worth of bonds were authorized for the construction ,Of the waterway from Lockport to Utica. The bonds are to be retired at the rate of $1,000,000 a year. The lr«st general assembly specified that enough money must be raised by taxation to pay off $1,000,000 on the first of January every year. The first million dollars raised in this way was collected In 1920. As the money for construction has not been needed up to this time none of the bonds were sold. Springfield.--High records of accomplishment have been set this season by several vocational agricultural high school classes in Illinois, according to Carl Colvin, state superintendent of vocational agriculture. Success of a venture at the Bridgeport ool in Lawrence county, which ging $100 clear profit each its school dairy, tops the list. Blue Mound ^high school of county, whose class in vocntionagriculture has borrowed $7,000 and Invested it in hogs, has gained the commendation of the state superintendent Bloomlngton.--Motorists of the future, as they skim along the Dixie highway, will note a huge bowlder Standing conspicuously at the edge of the roadway near Hoopeston. Those who have sufficient curiosity to stop will see a tablet of brass attached to Its rugged side and which bears this Inscription: "Dixie Highway. The original Hubbard trail. Erected by Barbara Standish Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, Hoopeston, 111., 1920." Urbana. -- Thirty-three ex-service tnen in the University of Illinois have been granted Y. M. C. A. scholarships by the board of education of the Y. If. C. A. in Chicago. The awards vary from $50 to $200. The average scholarship is approximately $102. Only a portion of the applications made at Chicago a few weeks ago were approved. Additional awards may be made later. Monmouth.--Five tons of dynamite, with only a slight rumble and a huge Cloud of dust, lifted the entire side of ft hill near Monmouth recently and rtled it within limits mathematicalcalculated by explosive experts beforehand. The "big blow-out" was in. connection with the formal opening of the new quarries of the Monmouth Stone company. Chicago.--One youthful bandit is dead, and his companion, a brother, is lnder arrest, following another holdup on Illinois Central tfain No. 2, the Chicago-New Orleans special. The (Bead bandit was identified as Jake Scott of Greenville by his brother, Joe, who aided in the commission of the robbery. The holdup occurred between Oilman and Kankakee. Eureka.--James E. Saw hill, president of the Corn Belt Investment company, was found guilty by a jury of having, by the operation of a confidence game, obtained $50,000 from George M. Hallam and other Wood ford county residents. Sawhlll's attorney asked for a hearing for a new (Hal. Champaign. *- Announcement Is made that the division of farm mechanics, college of agriculture, Uni versity of Illinois, will conduct a tractor school during the months of Janairy and February Springfield.--A meeting of the representatives of Illinois chambers of Cbmmerce will be held In Springfield January 20 to consider the question of abolition of the stated public utilities commission. Free port. -- A $750,000 community high school, to be maintained by all at Freeport district and portions of Harlem, Florence, Lancaster and Silver Creek townships, win be built in this city. Galesburg.--Farmers along the Uli- M>is river, in addition to experiencing vfceavy loss through low prices on their grain, also report that their fields are 4 beillg plundered by myriads of blackbirds. W Bloomlngton.--Illinois Wesleyan university of this city will shortly be given a legacy of $800,000 by the will flf Martha Back of Decatur. She «ed five years ago. Arrowsmith.--Blackleg has broken #tit in herds of cattle near here and Vaccination of all healthy animals to ^tnake them immune is being urged by ilreterlnarians. fj|., fPeoria.--To educate miners and ap- > frentlces is the object of a school to be opened in this city January 10. Chicago.--Thirteen men were hanged Itfid 360 defendants charged with crim leal offenses were sentenced to the Jlllnols penitentiary in the Criminal court of Cook county during 1920, according to the annual report of Wll liam R. Parker, clerk of the court, Peoria.--Col. John B. Warner, eight limes mayor of Peoria, colonel of the jQne Hundred and Eighth Illinois volunteer infantry during the Civil war, '*nd a resident of Peoria for 75 yean. Is dead after an Illness of two days, 4Dolonel Warner celebrated his ninetyv, fourth birthday last October. • Springfield.--In a memorial present 5 ||*Ad to Gov. Lowden the directors of the * JMne state departments, through which ^ ;%a« administered the state govern •fttent for the last four yeads, bade him IjftreweH. The memorial was framed i Freeport. -- State Represents ' Charles F. Franz, Democrat, is dead tfr > nt his home at Freeport from paraly- Sis. Mr. Franz was well known 5* throughout Illinois, having been active l • In Democratic politics for 30 years. He was re-elected in November to a % • "i third tnrm in rhe loww brpflach of the .ftenera' assembly. Springfield.--Two hundred jkwkjs^ Including fifty children, many of tkem babes in arms, were made homeless as the result of one of the most disastrous fires in the city's history. The small army of suffering humanity was driven Into the streets at night when flames consumed the Dlller-Roosa apartment, and two adjoining structures at First and Washington streets. The property loss is estimated at $350,- 000, partially covered by Insurance. The flames started when wrapping on the heating pipe became ignited from some unknown cause. Fires of other years which have brought suffering to residents of Springfield were overshadowed by the gigantic blaze. Springfield.--A Christmas present In the form of a check for $250 was sent to Eugene V. Debs, now serving a ternl in the United States prison at Atlanta, Ga., by district No. 12, United Mine Workers of America, It was announced at state headquarters of that organization at Springfield. A letter that accompanied the check stated: "Acept this donation. Brother Debs, as a Christmas gift from the Illinois coal miners, who will never forget that your life work has been given In an honest and sincere effort to bring more sunshine and happiness into the lives and honnns of those who toil for a living." </ Chicago.--Forty of (Chicago's "private banks"--the existence of some of which was in former years responsible for failures in which depositors lost millions of dollars--have gone out of existence. Some twenty others, while continuing to do business, will do so under strict state supervision and will be forced to show state officials that they have at least $100,- 000 capital behind them. All this Is the result of the new 6tate banking law. This law abolishes the "private bank," which has been the cause of so much trouble. Springfield--An appeal to those Interested in education to aid in curbing ordinary expenses of the state government that more funds might be given for educational purposes, was made by Governor Lowden in his address to the State Teachers' association, in annual convention in the house of representatives hall here. His appeal for this aid was made directly to the teachers, whom, the governor says, can "exercise a powerful Influence in this direction if they will." Springfield.--Governor Lowden at Springfield announced the appointment of State Representative Edward D. Shurtleff of Marengo and Frederick H. DeYoung of Chicago to fill the circuit court Judgeship vacancies caused by the resignations of Charles H. Donnelly of Woodstock and John P. Me- Georty of Chicago. Judge McGoorty resigned some time ago. Judge Donnelly's resignation was announced a few days ago. Chicago.--More than 9,000 employees of the Pullman company In the car works at Pullman have made a voluntary offer to accept wage reductions up to 20 per cent. This offer, which' is purely voluntary, Inasmuch as the company has not suggested any wage reductions or material reduction of forces, was made to the company through the employees* industrial relations committee. Chicago.--Plans for the preservation of the natural beauty spots or pleasure grounds of Illinois by the establishment of a series of state-owned parks were drawn up at the University club here for presentation to the general assembly by a group of prominent men and women. It is proposed to ask the state to appropriate $500,- 000 annually for the purchase and maintenance of these tracts. Woodstock.--After having served more than thirty years as circuit Judge of McHenry county, Judge C. H. Donnelly of Woodstock has presented' his resignation to Governor Lowden, asking that he be relieved on January 5. Representative E. D. Shurtleff, former speaker of the house of representatives, and a candidate for United States senator, probably will be hit successor. Springfield.--Four years in high school would be made compulsory for all children In Illinois and the age limit would be raised from sixteen to eighteen by amendments to the school laws recommended by the State Association of Truancy Officers, in annual convention here. Springfield.--Velma Rhodes, a pretty little golden-haired girl of fifteen, from Benton, Franklin county, won the annual spelling contest held In connection with the Illinois state teachers' convention at Springfield. East St. Louis.--The Illinois Court of Appeals will be called on to decide a point that will determine whether the 5,000 marriage licenses issued here in the last 15 years are valid, it is announced. Rock Island.--For the convenience of its ex-service men, the county of Rock Island is recording, free of charge, papers of all persons In the country who served in the World war, Rock Island had 7,000 In service.,, Chllllcothe.--Loss estimated at $50,- 000 resulted from fire which destroyed the Bauter Ice company, and its fishery equipment at Henry. Galesburg.--A corn show will b« staged In Galesburg January 5 and ft The object Is to stimulate Interest in corn growing and raise the standard The show will be open to any farmei in Illinois. Chicago.--Organization of co-operative markets at princlual shipping points throughout Illinois to handle fruits and vegetables will be one of the first undertakings of the recently formed fruit and vegetable department of the Illinois Agricultural association according to an announcement by C. E; Durst, head of the new department. Elgin.--The citizens of Elgin will be asked to vote on January 8 upon a proposed bond Issue of $125,000 to sink additional wells and purchase machinery and other supplies neces sary to increase the municipal water supply. Pinckneyvllle.--J. (Foxy) Hoagland who the police say is an ex-convict, was shot to death at Plnckneyville by Sheriff Thomas Thimmlg of Perry county, after running amuck with a revolver at the Illinois Central depot, wounding three men and holding up another. EATEN ' BY CANNIBALS Savi ftf Haiti Devout* Amferi* cans They Capture in , Battles., -to. NEW AND TERRIBLE RELIGION 8eores of Native Girls and Children Also Eaten, According to Testimony Taken by the NavaJ i * Board of Inquiry. Washington, Jan. 4.--At least three American marines, as well as scores of native girls and children, have been killed and eaten by cannibals in Haiti within the last fourteen months, according to detailed, testimony taken by the naval board of inquiry and presented here for the first time. The savagery whlc1, ls> practiced in the name of a new and terrible religion that has originated among the roving tribes of the hill country has struck terror to the hearts of the Haitian police and caused serious concern to the American marines engaged In suppressing outlawry and maintaining order on the island. The sacrifice of three children at a terrible ceremony known as a "moon feast" is described in thrilling detail in testimony given by Lieutenant Cukels at the trial of Cadeus Bellegarde, a Cocos high priest, charged with having killed and eaten them. Of the marines known to have been the victims of the cannibals one. Private Clarence E. Morris of Squadron E, First division, marine aviation forces, was completely devoured. The body of Sergt. Lawrence Muth, the second victim, was cruelly mutilated and the natives feasted on the heart and brains. The third, Private Harry Lawrence, was captured in a clash between a patrol of marines and a band of Cocoa, among whom the new religion has takten Its most violent form in the eating of whites. No trace of him has ever been found. RED RUSSIA OUTCZARS CZAR Traveler Says There's No Business and Starvation Is on Every Hand. Chicago, Jan. 4.--J. H. Rubens of Milwaukee, who was In Russia from" October, 1919, to October, 1920, In the interests of American manufacturers, dropped into Chicago to tell the world that the Lenine soviet regime has outczared the czar--and then some. "I feel the menace of this soviet form of government so keenly," said Mr. Rubens, "that I intend to spend the next year going about warning the •American people at my own expense. "Business? There Is no business. Starvation Is on every hand. The people are sick of it all--only the power of the Red army keeps them from overthrowing Lenine and his crowd. "From the peasant on his ruined farm to the private in the Red army, all tell me they are praying to end the rule of Lenine. The day the Red army is demobilized will mark the beginning,, of the end of Lenine. And Lenine knows it. That's why he would rather keep a few small wars on hand than have general peace. "The army would have revolted long ago, but its discipline is not iron, but steel." BATTLE IN COUNTY M0NAGHAN TWo Men Killed and 8everal Wounded When Sinn Feiners Attack Patrol. Dublin, Jan. 4.--A battle was fought at Ballybay, a few miles south of the city of Monaghan, In County Monaghan, between Sinn Feiners and the police. The patrol outside the barracks was attacked and two constables were wounded. Another patrol was rushed down to the assistance of the attacked police, and the re-enforcements were also attacked by Sinn Feiners who were lying In wait for them. One member of the re-enforcing party was killed. During the fighting one civilian was killed, several wounded and ten arrested. :W-Tr3fcETTIN6 BACK jf!V» V 5i * * •'»' • . *^vnoH R£- C0N5TRUCTI0 S -i CHICAGO POET FLEES IN PLANE FAnnunzio Says Italy !l Not Worth Dying For. Agreement for Evacuation of Fiume wfUtd Ratification of Treaty " Concluded. '\Vv;'. Pfume, Dec. 31.--D'Annunzlo has Issued a proclamation saying that Italy Is not worth dying for. He announces be Is leaving Fiume by airplane. The agreement for the .evacuation of Fiume and ratification of the Rapallo treaty verbally has been concluded. Rome, Dec. 81.--Settlement of the Ftame question, based on recognition of the treaty of Rapallo, disbandment of D'Annunzio's leglonalres and general atnnesty, Is expected following receipt of late advices from the blockaded area. The suspension of hostilities previously ordered has been prolonged. Negotiations for surrender are proceeding with the municipal council of Fiume, to which D'Annunzlo has ceded his powers. Complete recognition of the treaty of Rapallo has been given by D'Annunzio's representatives at the Abbiazzia conference with General Ferrario, It Is Indicated In a report from General Caviglia. The report indicated that Rlckardo Qigante, mayor of Fiume, and Captain Hostventuri, director of national defense at the city, have accepted complete recognition of the treaty. The truce was arranged during the night. Mayor Gigante and Captain Hostventuri were the spokesmen for Flume, D'Annunzlo apparently being ignored. Venice, Dec. 81:--Slgnorlna Lulsella Baccara, a well-known pianist to whom D'Annunzlo has shown marked attention, went to Flume some months ago, where they have been awaiting the conclusion of D'Annunzio's divorce proceedings. Both have written freely to their relations, and she Is quoted as saying she would not leave Fiume, whatever the fate of the city, adding that she preferred rather to be stabbed by the enemy's sword. U. S. WEEKLY MARKET REPORT BURN HOUSES IN IRELAND Mill Buying of Wheat 8hows Improvement-- Sells at $2.02 at Chicago-- Hog Prices Decline. WEEKLY MARKETORAM; (By U. S. BUREAU OF MARKETS.) Washington, Jan. 2.--For Week Ending X>ec. 30.--GRAIN--Throughout the week ending December 30 grain prices were Without definite trend but undertone was -Steady. Holiday dullness was the chlet characteristic. Mill buying of wheat last few days shows improvement and better flour demand is expected after first ot year. Farmers' deliveries of wheat at country stations generally reported as small, which is influencing speculators to feel friendly toward wheat. Premiums on cash wheat over December well maintained, but corn premiums declined sharply this week, which indicates belief among the trade In heavier receipts. One car ot No. 2 soft red wheat sold in Chicago Thursday, December 30, at $2.04 a bushel. Cash wheat in Chicago on Thursday, December 30, sold at following premiums: No. 1 soft red, 36c to 38c over December; No. 2, 35c to 3Sc; No. 3, 30c to 33c. No. 1 hard winter premiums were higher Thursday, selling at 7c to 10c over December; No. 2, 6c to 7c; No. 3, 3c to 6c. Mixed corn was lc to 2c under December, and No. 4 mixed corn was 4c to 5c under. No. 3 yellow mixed corn sold V4c to 2%c under December, and No. 4 sold 3V4c to 4%c under In Minneapolis on Thursday there was a good demand for low grade wheat for export via the Gulf. Premiums for cash wheat were as follows: No. 1 dark northern, 13c to 18c over Minneapolis March, and No. 2, 8c to 12c over the March future. HAY AND FEED--Holiday dullness still affecting hay situation. Colder weather has failed to stimulate demand, and nearly all markets show a weaker tendency, particularly for alfalfa. Chicago reports good demand for timothy at unchanged prices and receipts of alfalfa light with fairly good country demand. Quoted: No. 1 timothy, $19 Minneapolis. DAIRY PRODUCTS--Today's prices on 92 score butter: New York, 67c; Chicago, 66c; Philadelphia, 67V4c; Boston, 55c. Primary cheese market in Wisconsin In somewhat better shape during the week ended today, but trading at distributing centers is still slow. Majority of sales now being made around the following prices In Wisconsin: Twins 21c; Daisies, 23c; Double Daisies, 22V4c; Young Americas and Longhorns. 24>4c; Square Prints. 24%c. FRUITS AND VEGETABLES-Northern round white potatoes advanced 6c to 15c per 100 lbs at shipping points, closing $1.25 to $1.40 f. o. b. Chicago carlot market advanced 6c to 15c, closing $1.40 to $1.60. Baldwin apples steady at western New York shipping points, closing around $4 per brl f. o. b. for common storage stock. Baldwins, Yorks and Greenings steady, jobbing mostly $4 to $4.76. Yellow onions slightly lower f. o. b. western New York shipping points, $1 to $1.10 per 100 lbs. Consuming markets slow and steady, mostly $1 to 11.26. LIVE STOCK AND MEATS--Chicago live stock: Sharp decline In hogs December 30 was responsible for the market showing an average net decline for the week of 30c per 100 lbs. Chicago prices: Bulk of hogs, 9.25 to $9.50; medium and good beef steers, $9 to $12.26; butcher cows and heifers, $5.25 to $10.50; light and medium weight veal calves, $10 to $12.50; feeder steers, $6.86 to $9; fat lambs, $10.26 to $12; feeding lambs, $8.60 to 10: yearlings, $8 to $10; fat ewes, $3.76 to $5. Ambush Results in Destruction of Homes in Middleton, Ballyadam and Knockgrlffin. London, Jan. 3.--It is officially reported from Cork that as a result of the ambush of the police and military at Middleton, the military governor decided that certain houses In the vicinity should be destroyed because, although the Inhabitants were bound to have known about the proposed ambush, they failed to give the authorities warning. Three houses at Middleton and two each at Ballyadam and Knockgrlffin were destroyed by fire Saturday. Notice was handed to each tenant stating why the place was to be burned and they were given one hour to remove valuables, but they were not allowed to remove the furniture, which was burned with the bouses. It is reported In Cork that honses were also burned at Carrlgtehill, as well as a motor garage at Middleton. ADVENTIST CHURCH ACTIVE 8eventh Day Denomination 8end« 333 Missionaries Across the 8eas * in 1920. Washington, Jan. 4.---The Seventh Day AdventiBts denomination sent 333 missionaries across the seas In 1920, says a report of its foreign missionary board. One-third of the. number were sent to China and to India. About $5,- 000,000 was given to missions last year by members of the denomination. Wilson Vetoes Resolution. Washington, Jan. 1.--President Wilson vetoed the joint resolution designed to suspend a section of the Clayton act prohibiting common carriers from dealing with any concern haying Interlocking dlrectoratBfc ^ Labor Graft in Chicago, Chicago, Jan. 1.--Evidence that labor leaders in the Chicago building trades have extorted sums of money running into the thousands from contractors constructing large buildings in Chicago has been unearthed. U. S. NAVY BALLOON IS SAFE 8wept 800 Miles Into the Frozen Canadian Wilds by 8terp. 8ays Message. New York, Jan. 8.--The t&ilted States naval balloon A-5598, which has been missing 19 days since It ascended on December 13 from Rockaway Point, L. I., on an observation trip, Is safe. So are the three daring naval lieutenants who composed Its crew. Swept on by a terrific wind and snowstorm, the big gas bag was carried more than 800 miles Into the frozen Canadian wilds. The news of the safety of the aviators was contained in a short message received at the air station here. To Restore Tennis Court. Washington, Jan. 4.--Changes about the White House and grounds to meet the wishes of President-elect Harding have been started, the restoration of the tennis court coming in for flrat attention. < > • Puts 4.id on Juarei, El Paso, Tex., Jan. 4.--Saloons and gambling houses In Juarez, Mex., opposite here, have been closed. The order was Issued by Mayor Francisco D. Gonzalez, who has just assumed of- BETHMANN-HOLLWEG IS DEAD Author of "Scrap of Paper" Phrase 8uecumbs on His Estate Near Berlin. Berlin, • Jan. 3.--Dr. Theobald von Bethmann-Hollweg, former imperial chancellor of Germany, died after t brief illness on his estate at Hohenflnnow, near Berlin. Dr. Hollweg was born in 1856. On his mother's side he was of Jewish extraction and a member of the famous Jewish banking family of Von Bethmann of Frankfort. His grandfather was Mathias Hollweg, professor of civil law at Bonn and a Liberal politician of Prussia In the '40s and '50s. Dr. von Bethmann-Hollweg coined the famous phrase, "a scrap of paper," which was used by him In 1914 concerning the treaty entered Into by several of the European nations guaranteeing the neutrality of Belgium. He was then the Imperial chancellor of Germany, Doctor Hollweg throughout the war opposed the sinking of unarmed merchant ships and other ruthless U-boat methods. CULVER CITIZENS BUTTLE BANDITS One Highwayman and Three Residents Wounded in Exv #ange of Shots. - ASK WATER POWER PERMITS Twenty-Seven States Represented in Applications to the Commission at Washington. Washington, Jan. 4.--Included In 184 applications thus far received by the federal water power commission for permits or licenses under the water power act passed by congress last June are one from Illinois, one from Wisconsin and three from Minnesota. Cassell Rations Houses. Cassell, Germany, Jan. 4.--In this city of 170,000 population 5,400 persons are without homes, according to the report of the city housing commission, which is "rationing" rooming houses and hotels. Balk at Inaugural Ball. Missoula, Mont., Dec. 81.--Gov.-elect Joseph M. Dixon called off an inaugural ball planned for Helena next week In his honor. "I don't want to be the honor guest at a party costing 85 a ticket," he said. 9,000 Workers Cut Own Pay. Chicago, Dec. 81.--Nine thousand employees in the Pullman car shops have notified the management they are willing to accept wage reductions ranging as high as 20 p«r ccat Tho action Was voluntary. Vote to Accept Wage Cut. FaH River, Mass., Dec. 31.--The six textile unions of the American Federation of Textile Operatives voted to accept the wage reduction of 22% per cent recently announced by the manufacturers. Congressman Breaks Leg. Washington, Dec. 81.--Representative D. H. Kincheloe of Kentucky fell In the corridor outside his office In the house office building and broke his leg. He was removed to the casualty hospital. At Work on Tennis Court Washington, Jan. 3.--Changes abont the White House and grounds to meet the wishes of President-elect Harding have been started, the restoration of the tennis court coming in for first attention. Fined $20,000 in Liquor CaMfe Mays Landing, N. J., jan. 1.--Forty- seven Atlantic City hotel and cafe proprietors were fined an aggregate of $20,000 by Judge Robert H. Ingersoll In the county court here on charges of selling Intoxicating liquors. , Pour Milk Into Rivers. Wlwardsvill£, ill., Jan. l.-»Docreased consumption left a Jarge number of southern Illinois milk producers without a market and thousands of gallons of milk are being poured Into rivers and creefes daily. FIVE ROBBERS ARE CAPTURED 8hooting Follow^.a Holdup of the Culyjpr 8tate Bank in Broad Daylight •-Money is Recovered --I, 8. Rail Bandit 8lain. Culver, In<L, Dec. 31.--In a pitched battle on the main street of this town during which a score of shots were 'exchanged with five Chicago holdup men, three citizens and two of the bandits were shot. ' With the capture of the fifth bandit at Knox, Ind., the last of the five members of the band was in custody. Three of the robbers--the men who did the actual shooting--were taken before they could flee from the town, while a fourth member of the gang was nabbed s at BUTT Oak, Ind., whence he fled. The three men held In Culver gavfe the names of H. A. Fox, J. R. Burns and A. Gilbert. The fight and pursuit followed the holding up of the culver Exchange bank, a private Institution. Approximately $7,500 In cash was taken by the bandits, but later recovered. The raid on the bank occurred shortly before noon. The bandits drove -up In a black and yellow touring car. Two of them remained in the machine. The others entered the bank, which was crowded with customers and employees. J. I. Saine, a business man occupying offices across the street from the bank, opened fire on the bandit machine with a shotgun. The pistols of the holdup men spat fire in return. Saine was shot through the mouth and fell. Employees of the bank, hastily arming themselves, ran from the bank and commenced shooting at the bandits. Word that the bank had been held up spread rapidly through the town. Men swarmed out, armed with rifles, shotguns and pistols. Before the bandits could get their car under way they were being subjected to a storm of bullets and leaden slugs. They replied as best they coqld. Jacob Saine received one, of their bullets through his jaw. Chicago, Dec. 81.--For the third time within a year robbers last night Invaded the New Orleans-Chicago fast mail train of the Illinois Central railroad, took possession of the rear Pullman sleeper and robbed 25 passengers of $500 and Jewelry valued at $1,500. The robbers, both mere boys, were captured shortly before midnight at tjie Aroma Park station of the Big Four, four miles east of Kankakee, by a posse hastily organized by Tim Healy, special agent for the Illinois Central at Kankakee. One of the robbers was seriously injured In a revolver duel fought with Special Agent John O'Nell through the closed door of a washroom, where the youth had taken refuge. The wounded robber died shortly afterward. The prisoner gave his name as Joe Scott, and said his dead companion was his twin brother, Jake Scott of Greenville, 111. DRY AGENTS RAID HURLEY Seventy Arrests Made in Wet Wisconsin Town for Violation of Prohibition Act. Hurley,- Wis., Dec. 80.--Swooping down (Mi Hurley, "the widest open town in the Iron range," 48 armed federal prohibition agents from the office of Prohibition Agent Frank D. Richardson of Chicago raided 38 of the 58 saloons, arrested about 70 saloonkeepers and others within an hour and seized thousands of dollars* worth of moonshine and bonded liquors as evidence. Working rapidly and quietly, the agents caught the suspected law violators completely off their guard and effected their capture without bloodshed. The raid followed a wild eight at Hurley, during which liquor had been sold at bargain rates, ranging from 35 cents for moonshine whisky to 75 cents tor well-known brands. Ashland, Wis., Dec. 80.--Shortly before dark the Hurley prisoners were unloaded here and, handcuffed each to a government man, they were marched from the depot to the county jail, almost a mile away. There they were taken before United States Commissioner Walter S. Kate and their bonds were fixed at amounts ranging from $500 to $2,000 each. Red Cross Aids the Turks. Constantinople, Jan. 4.--Four hundred and seventy tons of American supplies have been distributed to refugees In the harbor of Constantinople by the American Red Cross, following the collapse of Wrangel's army. Candy Priee Reduced. New York, Jan. 4.--Announcement was made by a large chain drug concern that candy would be reduced In price ranging from 8 to 33 1-3 per cent, principally as a result of the decrease In the cost of sugar. Whisky Ring Revealed. Washington, Jan. 1.--a nation-wide plot to obtain liquor through permits obtained by bribing high prohibition officials was revealed In the arrest of "Prof." Antonio Pappano, a dapper Italian fencing master In Washington. Will Not Aid Japan. I^mdon, Jan. 1.--Insistence on th® desirability of restraining naval armaments and holding of a conference on the subject by the United States, Great Britain and Japan was renewed bw London newspapers. AN OPEN LETTS - • Mis. Little Tells How She Suffered and How Finally Cured Philadelphia, Pa.--"I waa not able to do my bouiMwork and had to lie down most of the time and felt bad in my left side. My monthlyperiods were irregular, sometimes five or seven months apart and when they did appear wooldSast for two weeks and were very painful. I was sick for about a year and a half and doc f ored but without any improvement. A neighbor recommended Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound to ftie, and the second day after 1 started taking It I began to feel better and I kept on taking it for seven months. Now I keep house and perform all my household duties. You can use these facts as you please and I will recommend Vegetable Compound to everyone who suffers as I did.-- Mrs. J. S. LITTLE, 8455 Livingston St., Philadelphia, Pa. How much harder the daily tasks of a woman become when she suffers from such distressing symptomsand weakness as did Mrs. Little. 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