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(visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. Clark Hicks. SOCIETY NEWS MRS.

ALICE G. McDERMOTT, PHONE 146. aims aw; 1 i Inn uliih.il ml1 iirlMnl, SECHLER'S SPECIAL MODEL For Men arid Young Men Exceptional in Value and Style. Mrs. A.

J. Rothfuss, who is spending the winter with her daughter, Bartholomew, is recovering from a recent illness. R. E. Cantrell of Aurora, spent the holidays with his mother, Mrs.

A. S. Cantrell of 726 S. Crawford street. Mr.

and Mrs. E. N. Cantrell of Repufv litf, have also been her guests for the week-end. Mrs.

Robert Hardwick of -Nevada, is visiting for a few days' with Mrs." Fred Bukeman and family of 2 South Judson street. Mrs. Barde of Webb City is spending few days her. sister, Mrs. J.

B. French of South Holbrook Miss Lillian Martin of Abilene, Kans. is visiting her aunt, Miss Nettie Martin, and Mrs. Ferdinand King, for a few days. Mr.

and Mrs. O. E. Waggoner and son spent the holidays with Airs. Waggoner's Mr.

and Mrs. J. F. Gardner of Pittsburg. Mrs.

Edwin Poison has returned to Bentonville, after being called here by the death of her brotVr, Homer Ruby. 9 $2 ,000 Gone Says Wiley Vesperman Spent Small Fortune on Treatment Before Finding Relief by Tak- ing Tanlas. "I spent at least two thousand dollars' on medicines and treatments before I finally got relief by taking Tan-lac," said Wiley, '-Vesperman, of 4418 Bowser evenue, Dallas, Tex. 1 suffered with rheumatism in my left arm and shoulder for seven years," he continued, "and at times I was' so badly crippled '-up' that I woul(J just have to give up to go to bed. I also suffered terribly with indigestion, and what little-; I ate formed so much gas that I would belch up my sour, undb gested food and would become faint from dizziness.

I could hardly sleep at night for the misery I was in and in the morning I would get up feeling so awful that I could hardly get around. "But Tanlac ha3 driyen away e.j-ery bit of the pain and misery. I never suffer from indigestion and can-eat anything I want. My condition has improved so wonderfully since I started on Tanlac that I am able now to give all my-time to my business, just lfke did; before that awful rheumatism oi its hold on me. My wife is aking Tanlac, too, and she is just as enthusiastic about it as I am." "Taniac fa sold in Fort Scott by Frank Shoemaker, in Redfield by Miss E.

H. Clay, in Bronson by Tom Mason, in Mapleton by Gooch Edmundson, and in Hammond by j. H. Miller. Miss Ethel Craven of Republic, The Brunswick spent the week-end with Miss Bermah Cantrell of 720 S.

Crawford street, W. J. Calhoun D. G. C.

Banquet. When the 43 guests of the W. J. Calhoun Dry Goods including clerks, office force, with wives and -husbands, were entertained last evening a.t a seven o'clock banquet at the Y. M.

C. given by the firm, a pretty scene met their eyes. The -four long tables were arranged in a hollow square decorated with- scarlet runners, along which at intervals was arranged potted poinset-tas. As the diners took their" places they lit the tiny red candles on the Christmas place cards, upon which were written verges and clever, conundrums, read in turn. W.

J. Calhoun had one which no one guessed correctly: "What Would a Grizzly Bear Need Most in 'a Dry Goods Store? Not Teddy bears but Muslin Between the courses of the elaborate turkey dinner, was interspersed, music by the Y. M. C. A.

saxaphone quartette, vocal solos and duets by Walter Schol-field and Creed Hutcherson, which were received with favor. The junior member of the firm, W. Kenneth Calhoun acted as toastmaster and after reading telegrams from thu distinguished people "who regretted exceedingly their inability to lie present" he addressed the employees briefly, expressing appreciation of their' loyal cooperation which had made the past year such a success, outlining plans for 1920, and displaying the plans for the new 75-foot front and improvements in the establishment to be made within the next year. Mr. Calhoun has gYeat faith in the future growth of Fort Scott and their firm hopes to keep pace with it.

Miss Carrie Paxson, who has been identified with Clilhoun3 since the days of modest beginnings, when W. J. Calhoun was assisted by perhaps a half a dozen, mentioned those qualities which brought success and also expressed the appreciation of the employees for the interest manifested in the welfare of the store family. Master Billy Calhoun, who had his first experience on the sales force during the holiday season, told his experiences and promises to develop as a frood after-dinner speaker. Heads of the various departments were called upon and responded with interesting remarks.

Mrs. Lena Campbell recited' a New Year's toast, wishing health, happiness and success to Miss Mabel Kollo gave a pretty piano selection while the reading by Mrs. Mamie Zimmer, recounting the trials of km Mft VMM sergeant M. M. Reynolds of Camp Funston is visiting Mrs.

Ellen Bennett and Mrs. Rena Nance of 120 Hill street Rolla Ruby will' return Friday to his home in Vilas, after a visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. R.

Ruby. Miss Augusta Gedulig of Tulsa was me Kn'rvL oi iuiss ltuin yes terday. Donald Calhoun has as his holiday a good deal to the allies. Since being used in aeroplanes, aviation dangers have been lessened. Roll call was answered by inspiring New Year's resolutions, mbst of which dealt with being kinder and bigger, looking fur good points instead of faults in otheis.

In conclusion light refreshments were served. The New Scissors Dance. The Scissors dunce i.s the latest r.tep introduced Madrid to Paris and the directions for doing it are thus given in the New York Mail: To execute the- "scissors" you grasp your partner by both hands, holding your arms crossed in front of vm'i guest, Dick, Malady Ellsworth, 'Kan. Donald Calhoun lias as his guest. Roy Bennett of Iola, Kas.

Miss Golda Armstrong is spending the week with Miss Kathryn Newman. HOLIDAY DANCES. Then right being on the loft, you place you i-leg. slighth- bent, in finni xV ecinesday evening, December 21. Or chest ra dance, 9 p.

m. to 1 a. m. Ad iniii. juui- iuul win ie reiveen vour mission, matinee, Thursday after paruu rs et.

laving ac hieved that noon, 3 o'clock; admission 55c, Orclies position, you both dip. 4 A 1 1 tra dance Thursday evening, January 1. -Mier me cup slule your right leg Admission, Phone 1S87. Hall's, war loiwaiu ana your partner parses be tax included. 1 u.

Anen turn on your left heel, uKe iwo -steps forward, turn half All Solid Goodyear Welt Soles Sizes () to 11 Widths and I) Dark Tan English Gun Metal Englisli 5.00 Mister: You'll save two dollars a pair on Voice Cultures-Mrs. Effie Haven lohnson. Phom 207. right and repeat, the dip, but this time sue places her foot between yours. By PERSONAL MENTION.

mis time you have negotiated four yards. Repeat ad infinitum. Now do it. Entertained Sunday School Class. A.

Baptist Sunday school class of 1 1 1 ,7 ttmi a man matching red calico for his wife in a department store was highly amusing. While the guests were snapping their favors, containing paper love verses and trinkets, a surprise was oh tapis. The Georgia Troubedours from Tpne Tells the Tals When a Bruns-, wick is Sold Just You Hear It! A big sliipment came in yesterday. It included Brunswicks at $225, $175, $135 and $100. If you were disappointed because we were short of BrUnswicks for Christmas delivery, come down and look this lot over.

You'll be delighted. Hundreds of Victor Records also just received, including alljlie January and many of the old favorites. Also-j about 300 Pathe Records have come in. since Christ-mas. Many 'of these are records that numerous customers have been disappointed in not being able to secure.

They are now here. either of these styles, bought before the ad- a ctiitu j. ne mgn riyers, were vanee prices. given a o'clock chicken dinner at the 1.. i j.

i the Liberty theater appeared and gave a jubilee program, of negro jazz numbers, chorus singing and hoe downs. noinu oi meir teacher, Mr. Frank VV. Harpold, last evening. Owing to the Fred Soellner of Pawnee, was among those visiting in the city today.

Dr. J. R. Newman went to Walnut this afternoon' on business. John Landers of Hiattville, was among those visiting here today.

D. W. Cochran of Topeka is here for a visit with relatives and friends. 'Ex-County Commissioner Wilb'ert Post, of Harding, came in this morning to make a brief business visit. C.

Ilurd, a student at the Peoples College, this morning underwent a minor operation at Mercy hospital. E- Whiles and E. D. Kaylor expect The comedian who sang and capered fact that many of the boys were spend. ins vneir cjnristroas vacations out of 1 if I -V i in: "They Are Going Wild, Simply Wild Over Me," was recalled for the stunt, while the soprano singer had an excellent voice, particularly good on town, only jabcut.

half of the class was present. Those in attendance weret Robert Runklue, class president; Hugh Coyan, vice president; William Drick, William' Thurman, Kenneth' Land and Irwin Peters. Later the class business was dispos A. Champion, who has been inter Oh Why ShouldI Care." Thei evening concluded with felici ested in Florida for a Ions time and tous remarks by the senior, member, Scott for so many years, fio, while he consented to return to Fort Seolt and resume his, normal he did not lose interest in the Flora da farm! The rlo leave. Monday for an extended visit W.

J. Calhoun, among' the pioneer merchants of Fort Scott. Covers were ed ot ana the discussion of a basket always a booster for that country, today received a couple of crates of oranges and grape-fruit which are from the first fruits of his S0-a ore "fruit farm near Ktewart, in Palm County. This 'is the first ycir his orchard has borne fruit, and the season is evident Granges from his orchard Me russets. Both they and the grape-fruit are fine fruit.

laid for the 'following persons: Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Calhoun.

Mr. and Mrs. W. K. Calhoun.

Wm. Gunn Calhoun. Employees: P. J. Findlay, Harold ly the beginning of a production that The Home of Better Home Furnishings of the Victrola and Brunswick will prove gratifying to Mr.

Champion. He and his family moved to Florida Mitchell, Miss Mae Robertson, Miss Emma Spencer, Miss Bertha Fairchild, Miss Bessie Lena Camp ball' schedule seiUed. The class lia.s organized a fine team and expects to begin playing in a few days. A Christmas Dinner. Mr.

and Mrs. Clifford Johnston gave a Christmas dinner in honor of Mrs. Johnston's cousin and family, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Beerbower, who was here on a visit from Drywood.

Dinner was served to the following: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Beerbower and children, Alma, Elva, Sylvia, Irene, Howard and Nor-vella, Mr. and Mrs. Pephi Brown and children, Dessa and Kenneth, Mr.

and last year and located on tins place. He Audrey Burnett of IJroi.m. who made application through (he local recruiting station here Octobe 1919, to be discharged from the P. t'." naval (reserve forces for the purpose of enter- ing the regular army, lias arrived home from Camp Dodge, on a ten-day fur-I lough for a visit with his parents. at Los Angeles and other Southern Californit points.

T. A. Truel, tester for the Bourbon County Cow Testing Association, has just returned from a Christmas visit with his mother at, Hiawatha. Todd Hahn will attend the coursing meet at Scammon tomorrow. He will enter his two dogs, Jack" and "Rose of Erin" in the races.

Mrs. R. Smith of Blue Mound, who has been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Brillhart, near Redfield, was taken seriously ill this week and had to be removed to Mercy hospital.

jJr. and Mrs. C. F. Newman and son Ross, of Kansas City, are here for a holiday visit with his father, J.

V. Newman and family, 'and brother J. R. Newman and family. got too interested and was working his bell, Mrs.

C. S. Farrell, Miss Marie Howe, Mrs. Belle Cain, Miss Mary Pe head off ry in? to make "the SO-aere place look every foot like the neat home place he maintained in Fort terson. Miss Marie Holleran, Mrs.

El- THE MIRTH OF THE NATION THE ONLY IMMORTAL WORLD AMUSING don Darling, Jliss Ailie ITosie, Miss Edna Smith, Mrs. Fred' Ellsworth, Mrs. Claudine Garner, Miss Mabel Rollo, Miss Mary Gosser, Mrs. A. L.

Zimmer, Miss Ida Coffine, Mrs. C. M. Spafford. Miss Iva' Scott, Miss Agnes Weeden, i "nv" a Mrs.

Fred. Hcaold and daughters, Eth- 4 Miss Myrtle Burns, Mrs. Charles Hig-gins, Mrs. Rose Ciszewski, Miss Susie Hunt, Miss Myrtle Gosser, Miss Fran FUNNIER AND BETTER THAN EVER EVERYTHING NEW. SAME OLD BOY cis Stron, Miss Hope Newell, Miss ASK FOR Horlicli's The Original Avoid Some New York Living Costs.

New York, Dec. 31. It is possible for i man; in New York tor outfit himself, wife and small boy with clothing of "good quality" for $149.52, by. carefully Ruth Henry Miss Loma Holleran, Mis3 Carrie Paxson. Guests: Miss Carrie Barbour of Su o) Op) perior, Mrs.

L. JI. Harris, Mrs. studying newspaper advertisements of 0 reputable houses and then "shoppinc T. J.

Findlay, Mrs. Harold Mitchell, Mr. H. C. Barbour, Mr.

C. S. Farrell, Mr. Fred Ellsworth, Mr. Eldon Darling, Porlnfants.Inva'.idsendGrowingChildren Kich milk, malted extract in Powder The Original Food-Drink for AU Ages No CooLar-s Kourlsliinj DigeatiLIo around" for lowest prices, according to Col.

Michale Friedman of the fair price Mr. A. L. Zimmer, Mrs. F.

L. McDcr- SO! committee, in a report submitted today to Federal Food Administrator Wil liams. The man's clothing, would 'cost mott. Maguire-Schafer. The marriage of Miss Corinne Ma- rl, Alma, Tyler.

Mr. Fred Jones, Mrs. Rebecca Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Johnston and daughter All departed at a late hour, wishing many happy returns of the day.

Epworth League Social. Epworth League had a very pleasant social last evening at' the Methodist parsonage, which was gaily-decorated in the Christmas colors, red and green, and a Christinas, tree, which held gifts for all. The program included an amusing debate, "Whether the toad was-more beautiful than the kangaroo," with Thoo Fenlo affirmative, and Rev. Buckner negative, being decided in favor of the tpad. Musical numbers were given by Miss Manette Marble and Prof.

W. W. Livingston. Among the games was a suitcase race and the living alphabet. Refreshments were served in conclusion.

Fowler-Junkin. A 'quiet wedding occurred yesterday-afternoon when' Miss Reha'-Fowler and Mr. Max Wallace Junkin. a traveling salesman of Lincoln, were united Sn marriage by Judge J. 11.

Cnder. The bride, who is a brunette, wore a pretty dress of blue crepe de chine over siik and a large beiwer hat. She has made the woman's $58. U5 and the boy's THE PLAY THAT HAS OUTLIVED ALL ITS COMPETITORS You Will Laugh Till the Tears Roll Down Your Face LIBERTY THEATRE, One Day Only, JAN. 8 FRED McCOY i guire, daughter of Mr.

and Mrs. J. J. ADDITIONAL GARLAND NEVS. Maguire of 'Coff eyville, was cele One of the newspaper ads that keeps SA-VAN moving as regularly as clock work.

brated at the Catholic church at Cof- feyville yesterday morning at 6 o'clock. (Continued From Page 2.) The Rev. Father Tiernay read the service, assisted by Dr. Maher of Fort The attending physicians reported! today that John W. Chaplain, the Scott and Father Tom Maher of Ful HEAR 'The Land of Dreams," by Bishop ton.

Wm. A. Quayle, at First The bridal party included the bride's Methodist m. Sixty church, Jan. 8, 1920, 7:45 p.

Boy Scouts will sing. cousin, Miss Marie Gallett of Pittsburg, as bridesmaid, who wore a suit Thomas and George Lahman sold 20 fat hogs to E. E. Jtoberts and they were shipped Monday. Arch Gordon sold a span of 4-year-old mules to Geo.

Lahman for $450. U. G. Clary sold the John Henderson 160-acre farm, where the Pleasant View school house is located, to George M. Moody and for $75 per a'cre.

This place will be occupied after March by of brown, and Mr. Faul Sc.hafer as his brother's best man. To answer a classified ad is often I find the answer to vour problem. uuug iiidiK ui mrcLi AictiiiiuviLu, jiu sustained a very bad. fracture the skull yesterday morning, when his clothing caught in a line shaft from a gasoline engine to a hay baler, and who was thrown violently against the machinery, is much improved, and the indica-'ttons are much in favor of his recovery.

The young man was unconscious from the time of the. accident until 7 o'clock ths morning. He remained semi-conscious until 10 o'clock, when he was able to talk little. DISTRICT FORTY. her home, for the past "year at the home Leslie Moody and family, who are now near Ord, Neb.

George Lahman sold a span of young We arc having nice winter weather now and hope it will continue. Mr. and Mrs. Marion Post visited f-woFk mules to Geo. Lager for $450.

Madge Boyer to Parsons Tues- dayr for a visit and also to have her ton with Mr. ami Mrs. Hula of Uniontown sils treated, and Avill return Sunday. Ben Greenfield is working at the Palmer garage while Delbert Walker is away. Samuel S.

Barney Dead. Milwaukee, Dec. 31. Samuel S. Barney, fi years old, formerly a congressman and recently judge of the court of claims at Washington, died today at his home here.

Judge Barney, had been in declining Frank Emrick, who has been here from Hutchinson, for a visit, has returned home. Delbert jWalker and Fern Palmer went home with him for neaitn lor more( man a year, tie re tired -from his' "judicial position in a tew days visit and lrantf wilt drive his car through and will here once more. Margaret returned to Fort You Get Delicious Results with This is the new cooking compound that housewives ail over the country arc using in place of eggs in cooking and baking. It also saves shortening. Try it yourself and see hovj good it is.

Cakes, muffins, waf. i fies and cookies will come out as delightfully crisp, brown and appetizing as if eggs were used. It may be used in salad dressings, puddings, French toast, graviesany recipe that calls for whole eggs. It gives you the same fluffy lightness the same power the same th'ckening and 'binding Qualities as eggs at a fraction of what eggs cost you. The first 25cent package will save you over S1.C0.

As eggs go up it vLd save you more. t. TODAY Ask Your "Washington last March on account of ill health. served four terms in congress prior to the time of his going to the bench. Qne son and Scctt Monday, after ar week's visit with her parents here.

of Mrs. WHPHenvoy and has made many friends interested in the wedding. Mr. and Mrs. Junkin will travel for a number of weeks, after which they will reside in Kansas City.

New Years Social Day. On New Years afternoon the Grace M. E. Church Ladies' Aid Society will have their social at the parsonage, '210 South iLttle street. The hostesses will be Mrs.

I. C. Paugh, Mrs. C. D.

Meeks, Mrs. Bert Hale Mrs. Harry Wiaes, Mrs. J. B.

Hackley and ill's. W. R. Cav.ifield. The hour's will be from 2 to 5 o'clock.

In the evening Dr. and Mrs. I. C. Paugh will hold "open house" at the parsonage.

Mr. and 1 Mrs. H. B. who have been guests of Mr.

and Mrs. P. II. McAfee-for the Christmas season, have left for Humboldt, where 'Mr. and Mrs.

McAfee will celebrate. New Years with' Dr. and Mrs. H. Hind-man.

Miss Carolyn McAfee has gone to Des Moines, Iowa, to attend the Student Volunteer convention, before returning to Park College, Parkville, Mo. Collie Bl evens; who has ben visiting for a month with Jhis cousins, MrsH. BaUinger and. family of, 513 South; Margrave street, has- returned to his home in Weiser, Idaho. He also visit? A.

W. Partain has improved his home three daughters survive. Sunday. Misses Elizabeth and Ruth Bulla are visiting with their parents, Mr. and Mrs.

L. M. Bulla. Mr. and Mrs.

J. A. Cash and baby, Juanita, visited a few days last week with M. L. Richards.

Miss Gladys Thompson of Oklahoma, visited last week with her brother and family. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Zillox and baby. Helen, visited a few days last week Mr.

and Mrs. Ike Steele. Oscar Johnson sawed wood- for Dee Steele Misses, Iris and Hazel Elder are spending their vacation with their parents. Mr. and Mrs.

Al Commons and children, G. Post of Harding, visited at Ed Post's Sunday. Miss Lena Russell visited a few day3 last week with home folks. Mrs-, Tippie and little grandson, Wayne, are visiting at LaHarpe at this writing. Mr.

and Will Thompson and children, Miss Gladys Thompson, called at the M. L. Richard home Friday night. The bride, who is an attractive was attired in a stylish dark blue velvet suit, made in Russian blouse style. Her small hat was of black 'velvet.

After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the bride's home to relatives and a few close friends and the clergy. The bride's table and the larger table were appointed in pink and white, carried out with carnations. Mr. and Mrs. Schafer went to Parsons and later drove to Fort Scott and are now at home at their pretty new bungalow at 515 South Crawford street.

The young people are well and favorably knoVn, both having been born and raised here. The bride has made frequent visits at the home of her uncle, Bruce Maguire, since the family moved away. -( Mr. Schafer is the son of Mr. and Mrs.

A. Schafer of 614 South Eddy street, and Is associated with his father in the grocery business on Main street. During the war he served in the navy as storekeeper at Mare Island Navy Yard, Many friends extend hearty congratulations. O. E.

S. Study Club. Mrs. A. L.

Tester of 615 S. National avenue was the hostess to the O. E. S. Study CI ifb yesterday afternoon, when an interesting program was given.

Mrs. Warren Pratz had the subject: "The Reconquest of the 'Hoiy Land" telling of the Zionist movement, the plans, -foi- reconstruction in the work, of the English armies as liberators in the world war, as 'well as war bnJerusalem. "Helium, the new baloon gas" was descri'-cd by, Mrs. E. Newman.

It is found to; some extent in the Kansas gas fields and the United States sent with a new iron pump and platform over the. well. Want cost nut a minimum. Linst Sunday occurred the election of officers for the new year at the M. E.

Sunday schooL U. G. Clary was elect It was neither C. C. nor Howard McMillen who was recently arrested charged with' a misdemeanor.

It ed, superintendent, Cl E. Huffine assist was a typographical error that made ant Palmer secretary. Edna Hamm treasurer, Madge Boyer, pianist and Mrs. Anna Albright chorister. the name read McMillen instead of Mo William.

The name of the man arrest ed was Mc William. Now is the time for pewA resolutions Grocer for 9A and' may the New Year 1920 find us all at work for our Master. Get right by-starting to Sunday school 'land church next Sunday and be found at your place at eyery service. Brighten the corner la monay your first need? If you have a plan, an opportunity for the ln.teH your. story- in the classified columns.

1 are, always, peonl willing to take a chance" on. a mod where you are should be our motto for 1920. Amen. erate investment if the prospects re penutne and the venture a sound on Housewives have learned by experience that it is not necessary to put up with indifferenj. Incompetent servant when the highest grade workers tor the home may be quickly summoned, and at trifling, expense by the use of taking such 'chances' need never In- For Sale by All Grocers Fort Scott WhoIesale Grocer Co, ed his cousins in Greenfield, who spent Christmas Jiere, Miss Vetta and Conrad Dr.

R. W. Bartholomew of Evanston, 111 stopped over and spent 'yesterday Those who seek to buy as an invest rocnt as well as purchasers who wish to establish business and homes, are Interested la the realty wants. vol ve real rick. is why a4ver tlaers of worth-while business opjor unities usu lly find "backer" jtfce Wants.

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