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THE DAILY TIMES DECEMBER 10. TODAY ROCK ISLAND OF COMPLETE NEWS WELL KNOWN EDUCATOR DIES SECOND DEATH SADDENS HOME CITY REQUESTS THE TIMES ROCK ISLAND OfFlCE Rock Island Society First Church of Christ, Scientist Rock Island, Illinois Announces a Free Lecture on Christian Science by William R. Rathvon, C. S. B.

of DenTer, Colorado, at the Illinois Theatre Thursay Evening, at eight o'clock December 12, 1912 The public Is cordially invited Mr Rathvon is a member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Boston, Mass. SUPERVISORS CUTOFF FEES CRIMINAL CASES TO BE HANDLED WITH LESS EXPENSE Suggestion Is Made for County To Buy Food for Prisoners Sheriff To Get So Pay for Cooking No. 107 Eighteenth St. Bafetf Blflf Old Plon Weet 441 New Phooe 6.1 w. it.

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B. Davis, 603 Twenty-sixth avenue, lett yesterday noon for C'ni-tago, to attend grand opera. AT THE THEATRES I hkh At the Illinois Fridav "Bunty Pulla tho String3." Saturday "Mrs Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch," matinee and night. Sunday "The Great Divide," matinee and night. Among book plays "Mrs Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch," which returns to the Illinois, Saturday, seems to have the most superabundant vitality.

From the first the dramatization of Rice two popular stones, Wiggs" and "Lovey Mary," met with a degree of public favor more enthusiastic if anything than that awarded those "best selling novels" of low life in mean streets. In Mrs Wiggs herself, Mis Hazy, Lovey Mary Mr Rtnhhlns the nlav nresents four salient types, each one of which remain firmly fixed in tho most pleasant recollections of the play goer. Strnnir as tho rnlpa thft nlnv has been even more richly cast. Grace Leith Hodgkins has scored the greatest triumph of her life in the title role. It will in all probability be her crowning success, for the public seems disinclined to let her leave the cabbage patch, where she makes folks laugh so heartily.

The sale of seats for "Bunty Pulls the Strings," which comes to the Illinois theatre on Friday night will open Wednesday morning. It goes without saying that no play of the last decade has created the same interest among theatre-goers as "Bunty." Almost unheralded It came to this country and immediately created a profound impression, so much so, that Colliers' theatre in New York was crowded to Its utmost capacity. The secret of its greatness lies in the fact that it is so different from all plays that have gone before. In Its very simplicity, it is all about a simple church-going folk In the Highlands of W'est Scotland, and bares to the bone, Scotch wit and Scotch canniness. "Bunty" Bigger Is her father's housekeeper.

Her father, a prosperous grocer, is a pillar of the church. In his youth he had deserted his bride to be, and settled in a nearby village, where she finds him 30 years after, just as he was about to be married to an old spinster against his will. "Bunty" comes to the rescue, frustrates the plans of the old maid, and marries her father to his sweetheart of his youth, and generally straightens matters out. "The Great Divide" returns to the Illinois theatre next Sunday, matinee and night. The play is a popular one and has pleased for several seasons.

Its appearance here Sunday will no doubt be greeted by large audiences at the two performances. C. S. Primrose is the owner of tho production this year. If yor, will be lntrested In a chance to "pick up" an auto at special price, or If you have an auto that you want to turn Into cash or exchange for something else, try the Wants In ac-eomr-HfiVrr: n-hst roc in mio'' Dress Shoes It's the season of the year when dress shoes are not only desirable, but in most eases are necessities.

We offer a complete and beautiful stock of such goods. Men's full dress, patent leather, cloth top, plain vamp shoe, priced at ti.0il Dancing pumps, especially in gun metal $1.50 Patent leathers, broad toe. short vmnp. button and lace models, $3.50 to 5.00 All widths including the very very narrow. ulead-to-fbot Outfitters DIE.

L. G. ALMEN SUCCUMBS AT BIS II03IE IS CARTHAGE, S. D. Was Graduate of Augustana Theo-logical Seminary and a Prominent Figure in Synod for Years Dr.

I G. Almen, former pastor of the Lutheran congregation at Cath-age, S. a prominent figure In the Augustana synod who for several years served as president of the Minnesota conference and also as chairman of the board of directors of the Gustavus Adolphus college of St. Peter, succumbed to an illness of short duration at his home in Carthage. Dr.

Almen Is among the oldest men in the Lutheran synod, in point of service being the 43d oldest in a body of some six hunderd men. Rev. Almen was graduated from Augustana Theological seminary in 1876 and in the same year was ordained to the Lutheran ministry at the synodical meeting held- In Jamestown, X. Y. Since that time he, has been actively engaged in the church work of the Augustana synod in the northwest and has been a powerful force in the spreading of the gospel.

OFFICE IS NOT APPOINTIVE CITY ATTORNEY SAYS POLICE MAGISTRATE MUST BE ELECTED Municipality's Counsel Gives Opinion in Matter of Selection of Smith's Successor in Spring The office of police magistrate In Illinois Is elective and not appointive as believed by city officials. This is the opinion of City Attorney Witter, who was called upon to decide the matter. City Attorney Witter's opinion came in a written communication to the council and was read by Commissioner Rudgren. The city's counsel points to the fact that the constitution of the state reads clearly that the offices of police magistrate and justice of the peace are elective. Some parts of the commission form, Mr Witter said, indicated that it was the intention of its makers to have the office of police magistrate an appointive one Instead of elective but that owing to the fact the constitution made the office the other way, they did not tamper with it.

The opinion of the city attorney was asked as a new police magistrate must be selected next spring, Magistrate Smith's term expiring them. It was believed by some members of the commission that the new officer could be appointed Instead of having to call an election. ANNOUNCE ILLUSTRATED TALK Rev. W. H.

Reherd of Waterloo to Lecture at Broadway Wednesday The prayer meeting service at the Broadway Presbyterian church tomorrow night is to be an unusual and particularly interesting one. It is announced as an "Every Member Meeting," and It is to be made as far as possible a meeting of the whole congregation. Rev. V. H.

Reherd of Waterloo. is to be present for an illustrated addres descriptive of scenes witnessed on his recent trip around the world, and Rev. W. L. Clapp, executive secretary of the Laymen's Missionary movement, is also to speak.

Special interest attaches to the address of Dr. Reherd, in view of the fact that he was one of the same party of world tourists with Dr. W. R. King of Monmouth, who spoke recently at the First M.

E. church on "Chinese Conditions." These gentlemen, within the last few months, returned from a trip around the world in the interests of missionary work, and so their ad-dresse are full of fresh and up to date material. The service tomorrow' night opens at 7:30 and is for all members and friends of the congregation. There will be special music and other attrac'ive features on the program. PRAYER SERVICEAT Y.

H. C.4. Dr. W. S.

Martinis Will Lead Meeting At Rooms in the Safety Building The regular Wednesday noon prayer meeting will be held at the Y. M. C. A. rooms in the Safety building tomorrow at 12:30.

Rev. W. S. Marquis will conduct the service, which closes in time for men to get back to work at ono o'clock. The men have adopted as the theme for their prayer for the present, "The increase? of purity and spiritual power in the churches of the city." All men who can arrange to spare the few minutes at noon tomorrow are invited to attend the meeting and to join in its service of prayer.

The meetings which have been held have been of a most helpful sort, and it. is anticipated that good will come from them as they continue. MANY HORSESJRE EXAMINED The regular meeting of the Rock Island county Humane society was held last evening, at the association house. Several interesting cases were discussed, and the usual bills were allowed. Following is the report of the work done by the Humane officer during the month of November: Animal Cases Complaints received and investigated, 4.

Horses and mules examined in harness, 31. Drivers reprimanded and warned, 6. Horses suspended, 2. Horses destroyed, 2. Children Cases Complaints received and investigated, 3.

Licensed to Wed Iioe M. Nicholson. Watertown and Miss Pearl Crouch, Silvis. Perry Sparks. Newton, 111., and Miss Alta Green, Cordova.

JOHS E. MULCROSE DIES FROM APOPLECTIC STROKE Is Fatally Stricken While Seated in Arm Chair Ills Dauehter-in-Law Was Burled Two Weeks Ago The second death within two weeks to sadden the home of John E. Mul-crone, 620 Forty-second street, occurred yesterday afternoon, at 4:2." o'clock, when Mr Mulcrone succumbed suddenly following a stroke of apo plexy. Mr Mulcrone was seated In an armchair when he suffered his third and fatal stroke, death ensuing short ly after. Two weeks ago today, his daughter-in-law, Mrs John T.

Mulcrone, was buried from the family home, her death having occurred after a short illness. Mr Mulcrone was born in Daven port, June 24, 1857. and resided in that city for a number of years. He was united In marriage to Miss Catherine G. Lillis, September 11, 1889.

Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, John, of this city, his father, Thomas Mulcrone of Davenport, and three festers, Sister Mary 'Bernardino and Sister Mary Gabriel, of Mercy hospital, Davenport, and Sister Mary Francis or Sioux City, la. Mr Mulcrone was a molder by occupation, and had been In the employ of the Deere and Mansur concern at for the past 22 years. Funeral services will occur at 9 o'clock Wednesday morning from Sacred Heart church, Rev. J. F.

Lock- ney, the pastor, officiating. Interment will take place at St. cemetery In Davenport. position of mechanical draftsman will be held In Chicago, December 7. Persons under 18 years of age, will not be admitted to the examination.

CITY ENGINEER IS VOTED INCREASE OF S600 A YEAR The city council yesterday voted unanimously to increase the salary of City Engineer Treichler to $1,800 per annum. This is $600 more than he is receivins a tthe nresent time, the salary now bing $100 per month, or $1,200 per year. The new rate for the city engineer will go into effect from the date of passage of the increase iy the council. Attorney G. W.

McCaskrin, repre senting Mrs Bert Capman, formerly Miss Jessie Flannigan appeared before the council again and asked that it reconsider, its action of last week In voting down Mrs Capman's claim for salary amounting to $310. Mayor Schriver personally agreed to vote her one-half the amount but it was not accepted as Mr McCaskrin could only cut to $250 without further advice from his client. If an agreement can be reached, some settlement will be made next Monday. If the city fails to settle. Attorney McCaskrin states, he will take the matter to court The claim of Gus Fischer, which has been pending for some ime, was allowed yesterday in the sum of $25.

it. is for injuries sustained by Fischer's son some months ago when he fell over an iron peg that had been a part of the foundation for the old electric light tower at Ninth street and Third avenue. APPEAR FOR" REV. EMELIUS rAasoclated Press Leased Wire. HOULTON, Dec.

10. Presenta tion of evidence for the defense began today in the trial of Rev. Charles X. EmeliiiB, a former divinity student of Augustana college, Rock Island, 111., Mrs Annie Jacobson and her son, Ed gar Jacobson, who are charged with the murder of Mrs Jacobson's husband August Jacobson at Xew Sweden. Although (S3 witnesses had been summoned by the defendant's coun sel, only 35 were expected to testify, including the three correspondents who will tell their stories after the others have been heard.

The court room was crowded with spectators, of whom more than half were women. MEDICAL SOCIETY TONIGHT The Rock Island County Medical society will hold the last meeting of the year this evening at the New Harper hotel. The meeting will be called at 0:30 and will be followed by a banquet. Dr. S.

C. Plummer of Chicago, will be the principal speaker. He has taken as his topic, a technical subject, "Dystopic Kidney." Drs. F. H.

First and E. M. Sala of this city will also talk. Day's Activities in Police Court William Van Arsdale was fined $25 and costs this morning on a charge or disorderly conduct. Van Arsdale.

it is said, bad been paying attention to Dixon, atred If! years, and her par. ruts objected. A. E. Lawrence is the girl's stepfather.

Jesse Dixon is a brother of the cirl, and he made allegations airainst the parents this morning at police headquarters in whic he asserted the pirl and her 11 year old brother should be taken from them, allecinc they are no; tit persons to are for them. Ethel Terrell, well known in Rock island's upper Fourth avenue district, was 1n again this morning. She paid $5 and costs for disorderly conduct, and as urged to seek another place to hibernate for the remainder of the winter. George Johnson paid $2 and costs on a charge of disorderly conduc t. Thomas Jefferson, arrested by the Moline police in connection with the Silvis bank robbery, was locked up at the local station as a suspicious character on December 1, according to a statement by Chief Brian today.

INTEREST RATE TO ASK BASKS TO BID FOR CUT'S MOSEY TILL APRIL 1915 Commission law Demands Three Per font From Banks But Officials Don't Hi ink They Can Get It If the arrangement can be made, the city will from this time on deposit its money with the bank that will give the greatest per cent of interest on the monthly balance left on hand In the city's accounts. It was decided at the meeting of the council yehterday to have Mayor Schriver take the matter up. Commissioner Rudgren presented the proposition. Get So Interest In the banks where the city depos its its cash at the present time, no in terest is being allowed and some of the ofiicials yesterday expressed themselves as doubtful whether or not it could be secured from the local banks. The matter at least will be taken up to see what can be done so that the law will be conformed with.

Must Give Three Per Cent The banks must allow at least three per cent to the city on its balance, so says the commission law as adopted in the state of Illinois. From this it would seem, commissioners said, that the banks would not consider the matter at all. The city of Moline, Commissioner Rudgren said he thought, was receiving two per cent from the banks for its money and that he was of the opinion that Rock Island would be lucky to receive a like amount. Mayor Schriver will report back to the council and that body will act at the next meeting. The bank accepting the proposition and giving to the city the highest rate of interest, will receive the city business until April 15, 1915, the end of the present administration.

This was included In the plan presented yesterday. ORATORIO WILL GIVE A CONCERT The Handel Oratorio Society of Au-gustana college and Theological seminary, under the direction of Prof. J. Victor Berquist, will render a special concert program at the college audi torium on the evening of December 13, and will be assisted by Prof. Lewis Canterbury.

Four soloists have been engaged for the rendition of this program, all of whom are local talent. Mrs Henry Matthey will carry the alto, Miss Nelle Freeman, soprano; Miss Esther Walmore, soprano; and Mrs R. R. Reynolds, alto. Miss Effle Johnson Will offlciate' at the piano, and Miss Lillie Cervin at the organ, both members of the Augustana Conservatory faculty.

society will render the oratorio, "The Vision of St. John," written by C. Whitney Coombs, which will be followed by several i other short concert numbers. A very exceptional program of merit has been arranged for this concert and no effort has been spared in the careful training of the chorus of over one1 hundred voices, who under the guidance of Prof. Berquist have applied themselves assiduously during the past several months.

Prof. Canterbury has been in charge of the solo work and he has succeeded In maintaining his high standard of excellence in the arrangement and the quality of his program. The program follows: PART I Song Recital, Prof. Canterbury. "Sleep Why Dost Thou Leave Me? Handel "Father Forgive Them" J.

V. Berquist The Aria Rubenstein "Dedication" "Lotus Flower" Schuman "Ring Out Wild Bells" Gounod PART II "The Vision of St. John" Cantata 1. Prelude and Chorus "Behold the dwelling of God is With men." 2. Air for Contralto and Chorus "And Cod Shall Wipe Away All Tears From Their Eyes." 3.

Tenor and Chorus "And I Beheld a Great Multitude Which No Man Could Number. Salvation to Our God, Who Sitteth Upon the Throne." 4. Rcoit. and Trio, Tenor, Soprano and Alto "I Will Give Unto Him Who is Athirst." 5. Recit.

Tenor "And Thus Came Unto le. One of the Seven Angels." 6. Chorus Rejoice the Heavens." PLAN ELECTRICAL ORDINANCE The framing of an electrical ordi nance will be started shortly bv the commission. Mayor Schriver brought the matter up for discussion at the meeting of the council yesterday. The city at present has no ordi nance covering electrical work for houses, buildings, etc.

As a result of this, many third rate electricians it is claimed, are taking advantage of it and are wiring houses in such a manner that the structures are liable to destruction by fire at any time. Mayor Schriver stated that one in-ptanee. was cited to him where an electrician had wired a house with common telephone wire, there being no insulation on it at all. For the purpose of avoiding these things, a meeting will be called in the near future by the commission and its members will hear electricians and electrical contractors with the hope of getting material with which to form an electrical ordinance. TO HOLD GOVERNMENT EXAMS Government announcement of an examination for the positon of stenographer and typewriter, to be held at the local postortire on February 25, has been made.

Examinations for Jim Queen Esthers Give Shower Queen Esther guild of the Memorial Christian church met yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs F. S. Mc-Call, 1603 Twenty-eighth street, Rock Island. The members decided that at future meetings they would sew for charitable purposes. After the business meeting a linen shower was given for Miss Gertrude Dewey, who is to be a bride of this week.

The home was prettily decorated with the bride's chosen colors, yellow and white. At a very opportune time a little messenger boy appeared at the door with a wheel-barrow loaded with useful and beautiful gifts for the bride-to-be. The hostess served dainty refreshments, carrying out the same color scheme, as used in the decorations of Uie house. The Queen Esther guild of the Mem orial Christian church will meet with Mrs Mary Dewey, 2951 Fifth avenue, Rock Island, December 23, Elect Sen Officers To Trl-City Ladies' Auxiliary to the Order of Machinists at Its annual meeting at Industrial hall, Rock Island, elected the following officers for the ensuing year: President Mrs E. J.

Wood. Past President Mrs F. Calkins. Vice President 'Mrs J. Nelson.

Recording Secretary Mrs Schroe-der. Financial Secretary Mrs Johnson. Treasurer Mrs W. E. Mcintosh.

Chaplain Mrs P. Purcell. Sentinel 'Mrs J. Ixmergan. Conductor Mrs J.

J. McGinley. Warden Mrs J. Damrath. Final arrangements were made for a dance to be held Thursday evening, Deo.

19, at the Elks hall, Rock Island. Makeevers Union orchestra will furnish the music. Forward Society Elects The Forward society of the Grace English Lutheran church met last evening at the parsonage. The various committees gave their reports of the sale held last Friday. The affair netted the society about $35.

The election of officers took place and resulted as follows: President Miss Mamie Peterson. Vice President Miss Louise Peter-eon. Secretary Miss Linda Ring. Treasurer Miss Ruth Johnson, At the close of the business meeting a social hour was enjoyed and refreshments were served. Young People Elect The Young People's Society of the Zion Lutheran church held its annual meeting last evening with Mr John Johnson, 823 Forty-first street, Rock Island.

The election of officers resulted as follows: Vice President Professor Anton Udden. Treasurer Mr Thunberg. After the business meeting a musical program Vas Those who took part were Mrs Kraft, Richard Hedstrom, Clark Swanson and others. Standard Bearers and the Daughters of the Covenant, of the First Methodist church, met last night at the home of Mrs Charles Lindorff, 919 Twelfth street, Rock Island. There was a joint business meeting and program.

Mrs E. Mattison, had charge of the lesson study. Miss Helen Hed-berg and two little pupils of Mrs Lindorff's furnished the program. A social hour was enjoyed. Refreshments were served by the committee of the Daughters of the Covenant.

The Beta Delta Sigma sorority met with Miss Grace Ullemeyer of 1107 Nineteenth street. Rock Island, last evening. The regular business meeting was conducted and arrangements for the dancing party to be given Monday evening, December 30, at Elks-hall, were completed. The next meeting will be held with Miss Harriet Bancroft, 2815 Seventh avenue, in three weeks. The regular meeting of the Epworth league of the Methodist church of Milan, was held at the home of Miss Kathrine White, last evening.

About twenty-seven members were present. Miss Foyt, of Peoria, 111., who is the present deaconess of this division of the league, gave an interesting talk on her work. Refreshments were served, and a pleasant social hour was spent. Masonic Dancing Parly The second dancing party of a series given under the auspices of Trio and Rock Island lodges of Masons will take place at. the Masonic temple Thursday evening.

December 12. The Criterion orchestra will furnish the music. The regular meeting of the Ladies of the G. A. which was to have been held today, has been postponed on account, of the dinner and bazaar given by the Women's Relief Corps at Memorial ball.

The regular meeting of the Sunday school teachers of the Central Presbyterian church was held last evening at the parsonage. Plans for the Christmas exercises were discussed. The Women's Relief Corps will give a chicken dinner today at the Memorial hall, of the court house, from 11:30 to 1:30. They will hold a bazaar in the afternoon. The Jolly Eight club will give a dance Wednesday evening at Woodman hall, South Rock Island.

Sehroeder's orchestra will furnish the music. The regular meeting of the Women's Relief Corps will be held Wednesday at 2:30 at Memorial hall. The election of Ulcers ill occur. Heal Estate Transfers Nels J. and Helga Hanson to Lewis Tyler, I-ots 6 and 7, block ITS, Town of East Moline.

Sarah J. Adams to Raymond R. Walker, $1. Lot 2, block 1, Oak Grove addition. South Rock Island.

OBJECT TO COAL CHUTEERECTION CLAIMS IT IS SOT CONSTRUCTED ACCORDING TO PLANS Three City Officials Samcd By Council To Investigate Charges and Report Will Be Made Monday Complaints received at the city hall frequently in the last few days caused the council to act yesterday, at Commissioner Rudgren's suggesUon on the matter regarding the erection of the massive coal chutes at a point just east of Twentieth street and just off Second avenue. The company building the chutes, it is claim'ed, is not constructing them according to the agreement with the city and yesterday upon a motion made by Commissioner Rudgren, the matter was turned over to a committee of three, composed of Commissioner Hart, Fire Chief Xew-berry and City Attorney Witter, to report to the council at the next regular meeting. Many complaints have been registered against the erection of the coal chutes since their construction has been well under way. Some claim that the specifications are not being lived up to while others object because the building will be an unsightly figure so close to the business district of the city. There is no doubt but that it will be completed now and about the only thing to be done is to see that It Is built according to the agreement made with the city.

The gravity coal bin company of Chicago owns the chutes. DIRECTORS HEAR TALK International Committeeman C. C. Robinson Speaks at Davenport Representatives of the local Y. M.

C. A. attended a meeting at Davenport today, to hear an address by C. C. Robinson, one of the secretaries of the international committee of the Y.

M. C. A. at Xew York. Mr.

Robinson has work among boys for his special field, and has been making a special study of employed boys, and of boy life in industrial communities. He has much to tell of the need and conditions of boys whose lives are influenced by the necessity of beginning early to work for a living, and his work locally is directed along the line of giving Information and advice as to the work to be done by the Y. M. C. A.

for such boys. Those who attended from the local M. C. A were H. B.

Hayden, R. C. Smedley and C. D. McLane.

INDEPENDENCE CAMP ELECTS Millard T. Stevens Is Sained Consul At Annual Meeting Last Sight Independence Camp Xo. 26, Modern Woodmen of America, elected the following officers for the ensuing year, at their regular meeting held Monday, December 9: Past Consul Wjlliam A. Lovett. Consul Millard T.

Stevens. Advisor Michael Bollman. Banker Charles F. Huthmaker. Clerk Elmer F.

Johnson. Escort Clarence Budelier. Watchman E. S. Clow.

Sentry Frank H. Emig. Physicians F. D. Paul, S.

B. Hall, J. C. Souders and M. J.

O'Hern. Deputy William Voss. BRONDELL ANDJ'CLEARY GO Harry Brondell of Davenport and Bull McCleary of Letts, meet In a finish match at the Illinois theater on Thursday, December 19, before the Illinois Athletic club and there is considerable speculation among the fans as to the outcome: It will be the third meeting of the pair, each having won once previously. Brondell is training in Chicago and McCleary in his home town. A specialty has been arranged by the club on the coming card.

Earl Henderson and his training partner will put on a sketch, "Sparring in Training Camp." Cyclone Tommy Thompson and Fred Earp of Monmouth will meet in the semi-windup. ILLIOES RocR The board of supervisors this morn- ing on motion of Supervisor McQuaid, voted to discontinue the payment of I all criminal fees to police magistrate, justices of the peace and constables i in Roc Island, The bills were excessive and injust, according to Mr McQuaid's resolution. The resolution as adopted also provided that the state's attorney be requested to certify the correction of all bills for fees in all other cases of the kind In the county before the bills are presented to the board for payment. It further calls for the refusal of the board to pay any bills of the kind in the future should any official present an unlawful bill. Wriirht Talks Jail Again Sam Wrright talked jail again to the board today.

He offered two resolutions which were passed. One provided for more care in the handling of trusties at the jail. He alleged that forty empty whiskey flasks had been found in the jail, smuggled there by trusties. He also referred to the rase of the man who was allowed to to a saloon while not lawfully employed on the road near the Rock river bridges and as a result of which the man lost his life in a quarrel. Wright asked that the sheriff's officerr, who allowed any smuggling or drinking of the kind, be prosecuted for it.

His other resolution was regarding the turn down of the five mill tax levy at the last election. He laid the blame for this to the sheriff's office because the bills for feeding county prisoners were, he alleges, excessive. The resolution was accompanied by a letter from Miss Vella Martin, state jail inspector, who told how St. Clair county fed the prisoners in the Belleville jail for cents a day. AVrlght in his resolution said he thought the city should not be forced to pay the sheriff thirty cents a day when the prisoners could be fed by this same method for ten cents a day.

He suggests the menu include, bread, molasses, meat, beans and all articles necessary and that the board purchase them and turn them over to the sheriff to cook for the prisoners. The resolution provides that no remuneration shall be made the sheriff for this. It Is also claimed that the food furnished for 30 cents by the sheriff was not wholesome. A clause in the resolution provides that the board be given the power to take the matter up with the state's attorney and judge of thej circuit court if the sheriff refuses to feed prisoners under the plan suggested. On motion of Supervisor Hanna tha judiciary committtee was given power to employ more counsel to fight tha Henry county mandamus suit.

The board reappointed Frank Wiley superintendent of the county infirmary, this being his third term; named Charlea Oberg janitor of the county building and retained George Dtiffin as elevator conductor. A resolution was adopted when presented by Supervisor Wright giving the Infirmary committee the right to purchase a storage battery for tho lightine system at the county infirmary'. This, it is estimated, will cost $700. Supervisor Ilogberg was named to represent the board this afternoon in a number of mothers' pension cases in county court. Bills from ex-State's Attorney L.

M. Magill for stamps, $96, and printing of Ifgal papers at the Moline Tribune, $220.50, were rejected by the board. The bill of J. G. Brummel for stars for the sheriff's force amounting to $24 was rejected.

Election bills in tho sum of some $10,000 for the primary and general elections were allowed. A card system for keeping trace of county prisoners was adopted on motion of Supervisor Wright. This system, which contains three cards, one for delivery, receipt and discharge, is copied from the county Jail at Peoria. This will replace the present method of keeping records. 31 Friday, Dec.

13 THEATRE. Island The Messrs Shubert and William A. Brady announce the Princess threater, Chicago cast intact in Bunty Pulls the Strings By Graham Moffat PRICES 25c, 50c, 75c, $L5fl, No Mail orders now lilled in rotation. Seat sale opens Wednesday at 9 a. m..