Gibson City Courier from Gibson City, Illinois • 12

THE GIBSON COURIER, GIBSON CITY ILL; FRIDAY, DECEMBER ii, iOlT aAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AA AS AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA A AAA AAAA yOOOftOOOOfOOOOOOQ Missionary Workers Meet, A very 7 Interesting and profitable missionary institute was held at tho United' Brethren church In this, city yesterday. Dee. It was the ninth of a series of 'ten Instltuteswhlch THOMPSQll i Third Door North of Post Office The case of the City of Gibson vs. John B. Wlekllnski was scheduled to begin in the circuit court at on Tuesday, but was delayed by another case that took more time, than was expected, and did not get started until, yesterday afternoon.

'Expectant witnesses have been making trips to the county seat ever since Tuesday, only to return on the next train. Mr. WluklinakV.it -will the post ottlce Inspector' who was convicted In Squire Moore's couit of using abusive language to Mrs. P. A.

Coal. He appealed the case, and all of the witnesses who testified In the first trial must tell their stories again at Paxton. -r-We are now laying away Christmas goods. The early shoppers are taking advantage of our large assortment of useful holiday gifts. Come in and look through our line and you will be surprised how tittle money it takes to buy a gift that is useful, and the useful gifts are the ones most appreciated.

W. S. Lamb ft The steel gang on the Illinois Central Is now laying rails 1n the local yards, and it will take some time yet LOCAL The break In tbe weather which commenced with rain last week continued this week with a change to, now, which commenced falling on Monday and has kept It up ever since with but' little cessation. Several lnchei of snow now covers the ground, and If the temperature lowers there will be some sleighing. Winter weather is welcomed by both merchants and the citizens generally, and it is hoped that the present spell will continue Indefinitely.

Stephen Cranston and family of (Carlisle, are spending the week visiting at the home of his mother, grs. J. Cranston. -Theywill spend the holidays' with relatives at Oakwood, 111. Mr.

Cranston moved from here several years ago, and has been engaged In rice raising In Arkansas. 'Mrs. A. J. Cooper of Guthrie de parted Wednesday for Orlando, Florida, where she will spend the remainder of the winter at the home of her soq, David Cooper.

Mrs. Cooper was ecompanled as far as Hoopeston by The Store for Men's and Boys' Useful Christmas Gifts Among the Hundreds of 3 1 OOfinaaaaaacMCxaaaaaaaaog a Neckties jj a Handkerchiefs 5 Cloth Caps Fur Caps OOOtXWOOOWOOWOWXKJWUO Miss Minnie Gilchrist Scholi's "Foet-Eaier for sals at Bloom's" Shoe Parlor. Cures weak ankles, rheumatism. Hat foot, cramped toes' and tired, aching feet corrects fallen arches aad sastalas weak In-. steps.

For warn, women and children. Highly endorsed. v. The Godfreys claim to make pictures that are truthful and pleasing; let them prove it, to you. They have a variety of styles and finishes at prices to suit all, from the purse of moderate means to the one better filled.

You can't please a woman, young or old. So well with anything else as with a piece of fine China or cut glasB. Always In good always acceptable. See White's new line and make your selections early. -Mrs.

Carl Elson of Manson, Iowa, I visited last Sunday with R. Tints and family. Mr. Finis and Mrs. Elson, who 4 ofoaaaaoaaaaaaaaaaaaoao octaacxiaocxiCiaocaaaociaaaaaQ jj Lisle Hose I I Club Bags I I i jj Silk Hose Suit.

Cases I 4 8 Sweater Coats I Raincoats 8 8 3 i Mackinaws 8 3 Balmacaans I fXJtXJOOOOOOOOOWWtJOOOOOtJO Ckxxxxxxxxjwwwooooowo I CKXXXXXXXXXXXMOOCXXXXXMO rwXHMXXXXXXMXXXXKXMOroO T'N." I 3 3 Fancy Suspenders Suit 5 SowwwwowwwowwoooO ooowwooewxwxxrxwoooo werv-emiuuuva enor-tmu uw flvcu each other for twenty-four years. Better, mora healthful and much cheaper than steam or hot water, the kind of hot air heating done by the famous Round Oak furnace, which I sell and install. A. W. Potts, -Menno S.

Klopfenstein and family of Clinton, Oklahoma, arrived last Sat urday to spend a week at the home of his aged Mr. and Mrs. John Ulopfenstein, of this city. OOOUOWWOOOWOWWOOOOO Dress Gloves Silk-Lined Gloves Fur-Lined Gloves Our Prices Are For oocxxxxMAQaoaaoAoaoooooo Bath Robes Pajamas I Shoes, Slippers 8 Light and 3 Heavy Arctics CKXXXXXXXXXXXXXXrXXXXXXjO OOAOCXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXMAAO I Fancy Shirt. 8 Wool Shirts OoewrxxxxxxwotwowwoO I 8 The Riblet hack and transfer line will call for your baggage when yon go away, and take it home for yon when yon return.

Calls answered in all parts of the city. The easiest selected-Xmas gifts are articles of fancy China, and the easiest place to select them is at White's grocery store. new line now on display. Protect your live stock from dls-f by cleaning up and disinfecting! ease your barns and sheds, ard disinfectants at store. All the stand Bryant's drug White has just received a shipment of new dill pickles, this season's pickling, which are the finest you ever sjTwo-pc.

Underwear Union Suits in wool I or cotton As LowAs, Consistent With Good Quality. MATTERS Paxtpn's effort towards advancement are having a rocky road to trave Her township high school proposition was voted down last Sat-urdayTand" on Tuesday of this week the voters swatted the proposal to establish a commission form of city 416 votes being cast against the proposition and only 109 for it Emerson, the thief who was shot by Clyde Smith last Beptem-, ber while stealing clothing from the dry cleaning works, was indicted by Uhe grand jury last week. He was ar- raignea oeiore juage Harris on Monday and pleaded not guilty, and will stand trial. The trial is set for next Monday; Don't be scared by talk about the high cost of living. The very best of canned fruits and vegetables can be bought at most moderate prices in quantities at White's.

All fresh 1911 pack, and the highest Make out a list, or come and over the line and select what you want and you'll be amazed at the low prices. We have just received a full supply of heavy farm and team harness for winter and spring trade, ranging in price from $32.50 to $50.00. These harness are well worth seeing and are made by the Studebaker Harness who have -contracted with the watrtng countries for $5,000,000.00 worth of military harness. C. DeWall.

Of course you have, some friends you want to remember this Xmas. Ever think of giving photographs? They carry a sentimental value yourself to your friends. Photographs are economical, too a dozen good photographs make a dozen splendid presents. Call at the Godfrey Studio and investigate. The Apex High Carbon Steel Fence Post can be driven summer and winter and any number of times without Injury to it The only post that has a ground bar to support side pressure and a sharp point for driving.

Let us demonstrate and show you why they are so extensively used. I DeWall. P. Wagner writes from the Richmond Hotel, Hot Springs, "Here all right; feeling good. Send our Courier." Mr.

and Mrs, Wagner left last week for the south, following their usual custom, and will.be fone until the 'robins return. Ob account of cold weather I will make very reasonable prices on my re. malnlng stock of barreled apples, bnlk apples and Irish potatoes. See me for bargafh prices. Geo.

HcNabnejV Sd door east of City Hall. Phone 415. An elegant line of new things in picture moldings just opened up. Bring in your pictures and have them They make a fine gift Work neatly done. If you want frames for Christmas get your orders In early.

W.S. Lamb Co. --Master Corliss Finis gave a party Saturday to about. seventeen of uia uuie i)iayniau, in nonor oi nw Ijgxth birthday. Refreshments were served, and the youngsters bad a jolly good time.

New place cards at. the Bookery, some beautiful -designs. jtiew fancy crepe napkins. Also new crepe, the "Silk Luster" crepe, the most beautiful paper ever made, at 10 cents the fold. The Christmas Poster put them oa your letters, on tne back of the envelope, or on packages.

They are the latest fad, and promise to be a rival to tbe ever popular postcard. Ben Wilson and Ed. BuBh returned home Wednesday from Dalton City, Nlv where' they had spent the past three weeks building a cattle barn on the Noble Bros. farm. Rlblet will give yon prompt and reliable hack, transfer and dray service.

Phone your orders to him, and he will do the rest, Three teams going all the time. See our New Idea valveless hog rubbing post which prevents disease and lice Infesting your hogs. Can't clog, stick or waste oil. L. DeWall.

Mrs. J. M. Zook, who-has been sick at her home on Mt. Airy for Jmany weeks, suffered a relapse this week: and has been In a very critical condi-j tton.

Try a Clark foot warmer when yon A Bmall piece of charcoal will last for a long drive. Safe, comfortable and economical. L. C. DeWall.

Our store will be open evenings from Dec. 14th till Xmas. If you can't come during the day, come in the evening. W. 8.

Lamb Co, Special Xmas offer 8 panel photographs, one panel sketch framed, $6.00. See samples of these in showcase window Godfrey Son. r-Mrs. J. A.

Neat and child of Say-brook arrived Monday for a visit at he home of Mrs. Neat's parents; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Salyards. Try our bread if you want the real article.

Good wholesome bread from hest flour every day. Sawyer restaurant Harry Deal of Pontine and J. W. Deal of Newton, Iowa, made a short visit' at the home of C. E.

Lowry last Thursday. Fine writing tablets for a dime at the Bookery; linen cloth envelopes, wallet a dime; high grade goods. r-Hardin Boulware went to Bloomington Monday evening to attend the funeral of his uncle, Clarence B. vSterwin. Burns any kind of fuel consumes all soot and gases.

Order a Round Oak fnrnace to-day. A. W. Potts. Mrs.

Floyd Easterbrook of Clinton spent yesterday at tbe home of her Dr. W. C. Chapman. Save money by buying your, coal hods, stove pipe, stove boards, stove oil cloth, etc, at M.

L. BarkoWa. -T-A. W. Potts, the plumber and; heater, sold a Round Oak furnace to Sibley parties a few days ago.

The largest assortment of Xmas candles ever brought to Gibson at Means's. Buy It aow. Miss Lillian Stromberg spent Tuesday morning with friends in Pax-ton. akley MeanB took in the ex cursion to Chicago last Saturday. Miss Agnes Dougherty spent Tuesday with friends In Saybrook.

Rev. C. J. Robertson was a Bloomington visitor, Monday Many Inexpensive and practical gifts at LaFountain'a. Order your Imi tnrtey of Keaas mw.

have been conducted tn November and i December by the Northern Illinois Branch of the Woman's Missionary AssociationY the other Institutes held being as follows rTlidott, East Jordan, Nov. Hay lis, Nov. 24; Decatur, Dec. Springfield, Doc; Dec. Galesburg, Dec.

Lexington, Dec. 9. The aeries will conclude with an institute at Sheldon, Deo. 16. -At the Gibson City institute the churches" of.

Bloomington, Saybrook and Elliott were represented by delegates. The devotional exercises for the morning session were conducted by Mrs. Julia Mitchell, and the after' noon devotional by Mrs. McClanathan. A special exercise, "How Not to Do was given by eight young women of Gibson City church, as follows: Mrs.

Gladys Cain, and Misses Celia Cooper, Rachel Clark, Hazel Potts, Florence Leonard, Ruby Cath-erine Cooper and Laura Piatt. The principal speaker of the institute was Miss Vera Blinn of Dayton, Ohio, General Secretary of Toung Women's Work of the U. B. church. Miss Blinn gave some veryJnteresting addresses and conducted a school of methods In missions.

The following out-of-town delegates were present: Mrs. Emma Fowler, Mrs. A. Harper. Mrs.

Jas. Mrs. C. A. Schurcnian of Saybrook; Rev.

Roberts and 'family of Elliott; Mts. B. G. M. Davison and Mrs.

B. W. Overton of Bloomington; MissrVera Lajimn of Dayton, Ohio, I Gives School Benefit. The Princess theatre was crowded to' the doors on Thursday evening of last week when a benefit performance was given, the proceeds being given for the purchase of appropriate pictures for the walls of the public school rooms. In addition to an attractive motion picture program there was a special play given in costume by the children of the lower grades.

The program was much enjoyed by both children end older people, and the gift highly appreciated by the schools. New Blacksmith Firm. .8. Whltehouse hasasoclated with ilm in his blacksmith shop his son, O. E.

Whltehouse of Cooksvllle, and the firm will be known as Whltehouse Ar-Son. Both men are expert blacksmiths and horseshoers, and will without doubt find plenty here to keep them busy. The shop Is well equipped with power machinery and blhcksmith tools. The location Is on South Sangamon Avenue, the building formerly occupied by C. C.

Ferguson. O. E. Whltehouse arrived with his family the first of the week, and has rented the Ball property on North State street BORN ii On Monday, Dec. 7, to Mr.

and Mrs. I'D US C.i.na Jnii.t., On Sunday, Nov. 13, to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Bruder, lfving on the Collier farm, a daughter.

On Monday, Dec. 7, to Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Quoit a daughter.

On Tuesday, Dec. 1, to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Day, a sop. On Monday, 'Dec.

7, to Mr. and Mrs. Will Hastings, a son. FORD AUTO PRICES. A Correction.

The scale of prices of Ford automobiles given in the Susdorf ft Cullers in this issue is In error. The correct price is $440 for the runabout, and $490 for the touring car. F. O. B.

Detroit SUSDORF ft CULLERS, City, Garage. Gibson "City. Proctor School Social. There will be a crazy tea and program at the Proctor school on Friday evening, Dec. 18.

CHARLOTTE CONRAD, Teacher. New Highland Linen and Crane's Linen Lawn stationery, direct from the Massachusetts mills, in the Berkshire hills, just opened. The Bookery. The new Regal Peninsular Triple Heating Base Burner, the highest grade, most powerful base burner ever made, sold by M. L.

Barkow. Next door to the Lyric theatre, the popular Hollls ft Speers restaurant good coffee, good service at all hours. Ton are Invited to alL "Miss Gertrude Finnigan was in Paxton on business Tuesday. Fresh fruits and vegetables received daily at White's market The Occident Flour is sold at the M. L.

Barkow grocery store. Wanted, a place for housework. Inquire at this ofilce. Buy that diamond at LaFountain'a. THEATRE FIXE PROGRAM OF M0 VISA TUBES EVERY KIGHT.

PIC- FRIDAY "THE DERELICT ARB; THE MAK A "Victor Drama in two parts with Irene Wallace and Walter Miller. Two other stories will also be shown. SATURDAY "FOR THE SECRET SERVICE" A Rex Drama of international Intrigue with Bob Leonard and Ella Hall. Three other will also be shown, making a five reel show Saturday night XATIXEE SATURDAY AT O'CLOCK TRET 0 HUTS'! JEvery Wednesday Xlgkt RIllNCESo X.H121S to complete the Job. This week the snow has with the work.

While the new rails are being laid the Interlocking plant Is put out of commission, and trains must be. flagged by hand. Are you one of the few who have not yet tasted' that delicious old-fashioned country sausage sold by A. F. Goodrich? Limited supply of backbone and spare ribs, also.

City delivery every 10 days. Register your nam! by phone for the next delivery. A. F. Goodrich, Phono No.

808x6, Gibson. tf. SsuU CImus has plenty of time to get yon one of those Scotch Woolen I. III Mills suits or overcoat If yon will go to Bloom's" Shoe Parlor now and have your measure These superior all wool men's clothes cant be beat for style and workmanship. Miss Roberta Stevens of Zanes-ville, Ohio, and Mrs.

John M. Foster of Bloomington visited Monday and Tuesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bryson Strauss. Miss Stevens Is a cousin and Mrs.

Foster an aunt of Mrs. Strauss." "7 T.TXT 7 Will Wilson, who has been working in this farming neighborhood for several, months, finished husking corn for August Suntken -recently and on Tuesday departed for his home in Butler, Ky. White's as usual will be the China and glassware headquarters for this region. Finest line of imported and domestic ware, cut glass and novelties of all kinds ever shown in Ford county, now on display. Be sure and save up enough money to buy some of those beautiful penny Christmas postcards, which the Bookery is receiving and will have on sale very soon.

Many of them imported, (before the war). Resolved, that everyone in town should wear the hose of Buster Brown. Think of it that meaqgjiajhore darning for Grandma. For saleat. Helgoland's Hat Shop.

Call the Riblet hack and transfer line when you wont service. Hack, transfer wagon and dray wagon, always at your disposal. J. F. Riblet proprietor.

Read Barber's big Christmas ad. en page and you'll And they have the biggest stock of toys games and Christmas goods they ever had to show yon. Tbe Star -storm front fits your buggy orc carriage. Has roller side curtains and lifting front window set with glass instead of celluloid. Sold by L.

C. DeWall. Bring your old furs on Saturday afternoon to Mrs. Corbly at Mrs. Toppe's and have them made into fancy muffs.

Furs, caps and coats re-lined. Fine line Igf correct, fashionable footwear at Blbom's Shoe Parlor. Special offering "of slippers for men, women and children for tbe holiday trade, New wedding and birth congratulations, birthday cards and greeting cards In the Bookery's fresh stock. Also announcements of births. Prices low.

Mrs. Chauncey Grim went to luuwviiie, muuuuy inuruiug iu wane a short visit with her parents, whs, are soon to move to St Petersjbifrg, Fla. The Casey restaurant will be open on Sundays, and we will-make a specialty of our Sunday dinners. F. Casey, successor to H.

Kemple. The prompt use of Kreso Dip or Zenolium may prevent your cattle from contracting the plague. Get them at Bryant's drug store. Rev. E.

Plotcher was in Derby, Tuesday, where he performed the marriage ceremony of Miss Blanche Smith and Ralph Buslck. Richard's White' Ash Nut Coal for your cook stove prevents soot and clinkers. Try a sample at our prices. L. C.

DeWall. MrS. W. H. Simms has been confined to her home on account of illness for several days, but is Improving.

Try those canned Hawaiian pineapples at White's. Only 20c a can in half dozen lots. Finest fruit you ever ate. For high quality bread and pastries, call at Casey's bakery, and get the products of a sanitary bakeshop. Short order lunch and dinner service at the Sawyer restaurant Good B.

Miller, the drayman, Is laid up wrai a Drunen.uime, a resjui oi a fall several days ago. "'Miss Anne Dougherty of Saybrook spent- Sunday at the home of her mother In this city. Means has the exclusive agency for the famous Bed Band candies, lOe the lb. A good ink writing tablet at the Bookery for a nickel; and envelopes same price. -Mrs.

J. D. Crammond and Mrs. F. B.

Lovell spent Saturday and Sunday in Chicago S- Ora Ashbv of Eureka snent Wed nesday and Thursday with relatives in this city. See Davidson for bargains In granite ware, tinware and aluminum ware. Miss Dorothy Richmond spent Saturday and Sunday with friends In Chicago. Try Casey's lunch counter service, and you will get the best of everything. Simon Denne and Roy Brotherton spent Sunday and Monday in Chicago.

Peninsular eaters and base barn-ear at Barkow'a. Special watch sale at Gifts Are: Soft Hats Stiff Hats (JOOOOOOWOOOWOOOOOOOWOO Suits, Overcoats that will please the young and old OjoooowxjooooowoooooooO Hunters' Trespass Koe. We, the undersigned, will prosecute to the fullest extent of the law anyone hunting or trespassing on our Dremises without our Demission. HANS POI.SON HANSON. WM.

WOOD. 8tf 9t4 9tl0 EARL McKEEVETt. -HENRY GULLETT. GEORGE ZIMMERMAN. GEO.

E. DUERINGER. Wanted To Kent a Farss. Responsible tenant desires to rent.a farm in this neighborhood for the coming year. Leave inquiries at th Courier oDo.

Gifts YOU CANNOT DO BETTER THAN SELECT SOME OF THESE: English Ivory Toilet ate. muu i mil iu net wuw ui liiBMt. The Star tank "heater for wintry weather. Burns wood, coal, cobs or slack. Remove ashes without disturbing the fire.

Sold by L. C. DeWall. Harry Rsmey and family moved I last week to Manhattan, 111., where Mr. Ramey has a position as pumping en-I glneer for the Wabash railroad.

Hercules dry batteries for your autos and gasoline engines are the highest testing on the market Give them a trial. L. C. DeWall. -r-Mrs.

A. Dahl left on Tuesday for Peoria with her son, Ted Dahl, and I will make an extended winter visit at Ljls home in that city. Free Deal on Monsoon oil -mops. One-half gallon Monsoon floor oil free with each mop sold at regular price, $1.60. J.

B. Palmer. Ask to see the Christmas Poster Stamps at the Bookery. Put them on your Christmas letters. They will carry good cheer.

We have a good line of comforts, "and cold weather will soon be here. Come in and look them over. W. S. Lamb Co.

Exquisite writing papers from the eastern mills at the Bookery. Also tablets with envelopes to match; ten cents and up. See onr stock of storm cabs and let us show you the' exclusive features. They are durable and comfortable. L.

C. DeWall. F. J. Casey, successor to H.

Kemple, cordially Invites you "to call and feel at home in his restaurant and bakery. Miss Madge Newcomb of Saybrook came Wednesday afternoon for a few days' visit at the home of Mrs. S. E. Kempt Dont forget Hollls ft Spears when yon are looking for meal or short order lunch.

Good coffe. and good cooking. New Jumbo pickles just received at White's. Fresh and nice, this aea-' 80n cnolccgt Product Try them. "VDr.

G. H. Galford was in Bloom- ington Wednesday attending a surgi-f cal clinic at the Kelso sanitarium. -Ruberotd roofing for your roofs and siding. Practical and durable.

Fully guaranteed. Beginning next Monday the Gibson City clothi stores will be open evenings nntil Christmas. Pick out year Xmas candles aow at Means' while the assortment is complete; 10c the. pound. I Louis A.

Barrow left the first of the week for Hampshire, I1L, where he Linen Stationery Popular Books Razors Safety Razors Cigars Boxes of Candy Perfumery Xmas Cards Etc. Military Brushes Hair Brushes Hand Mirrors Combs Shaving Sets Leather Purses Tourists' Tablets Seb shown, and the public Is urged to use those In sending Christmas greetings. Lost Valuable -Horses. Three fine draft horses owned by Walter Ehresman died suddenly the first of last Week, the disease being pronounced by the veterinary as "corn stalk" disease. Two of the animals wer? found dead, agd the third too far gone to save.

Two other horses sick with the disease yielded to treatment and were, cured. The animals lost were valued at from $300 to $260 each. They war Insuredr F. GILL'S. fl-MMACY 1 (tyKaJUL Siore i Prof.

E. M. Augspurger and sister i Pearl of Carlock spent Thanksgiving I with home folks. t. Mrs.

O. Lehman of Eoreka la I making a visit with Gibson City Lfilends. Rlblet dray Una always rsady for quick calls. Phone or sea John F. Rlblet.

r-Mrs. J. T. Oxley visited with I friends in Chicago Saturday and Sun- l' B. Fidler of Hoopeston called on Gibson City friends last Saturday.

Telegraph Office Improvements. The local Western t'nlon telegraph office. In the First National Bank building, has Just been given a thorough clean-up, and Manager Def-eobaugh now has fine quarterjind Improved facilities for handling business; The room has been newly painted and papered, and the desft moved so as to face west, and tr room partitioned so as to look-iikeTb city office. A uni formed massengrr boy Is now on the Job. Visitors ar; be gladly received, For th.

holiday iason a special 11ns of Christmas blanks Is now being Nellus Lunde of Elliott was a Gib son City visitor last Monday French Ivory engraved free with purchase at LaFcuntain's. Mr. Vance McClure spent Tues day in Bloomington. Oliver Shirley was a Bloomington visitor Friday..