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PACK Font Asiiijtsn tidixgs Thursday, February 3, 191 SPOTLESS TOWN IS IN KANSAS LyndonSets aShlning Example For Otlrcr Communities. I THE CITY A A A !. A A A A L A A A 1 A TtTTtTTTtVTTtTTT W W w w HOW CITY PLANNING MAY BE STARTED. A Citizen May Initiate the Idea and a Permanent Organization Follow. Often a single public spirited citizen with very little expenditure of effort i I can Initiate a city planning movement. says Frank Koester. At un informal Tht Municipality Hal Excellent Water, , a Fine Park i . , . . CONQUERS- TYPHOID FEVER 'MMUMIM IIDIIIIIIIIIIIIHHIIIIIIIillH j In the Social Realm iMIHIIIHIIIIIintHHItlHIIMHMIIMII UM Guild. " Henry, Bisters of the bride, and Mas- The Trinity Guild are holding their 'ers Albert and Percy Henry, broth- regular business meeting at the par-er of the bride, and Miss Pearl M WIM1W zsb house this afternoon. Light and Sewer Systems, and Library, Well Paved Streets and Concrete Sidewalks. and the first steps taken that Is, to Interest a few men of promiuence In the Idea. A committee may then be Judiciously selected of those who are willii);,' to lend the weight of their Kansas lays claim to the ownership of the only 100 per cent erfect sani tary town in the United States. It U uames to the undertaking. l.vr,d..D. the couutv scat of Osage ! A permanent organization county, a town of only Vft persons. Hut it has the most complete and per fect water supply and sewage system of any town, large or small. In the en tire country, according to s. j. crum- j Hlon!J auJ 8Uyuld Include hi its tuew blue, secretary oi me uausas uoaru o. rshlp leading business men, bunkers, health, and government public health j awyers. editors, clergvmen. architects. I engineers, painters, sculptors, eduea- or some ! size is then formed, which may be known as the Civic Improvement or ; City Planning association. It should i be representativ e of the most proml- , iieut members of the different profes- oflieials. Three or four years ago the town had a scourge of typhoid fever. There were many deaths and many more cases of the dUeuse, all of which were traced to a contaminated water sup ply. There were uo sewers and no voter system. L. T. Husscy was then mayor. The city officials went to work and cleaned out the vaults and purified the water In the wells as much as possible and persuaded the people of tiie town to boil the water and swut the fly until the disease was checked, and finully there were no more cases. Then the city council and the mayor each took a petition and went out on the streets and obtained the signatures of enough taxpayers to enable them to call an election, at which $05,000 In bonds was voted for a municipal wa ter and light plant and a complete sewer system. After the election was called the city officials went into the homes and made their fight to carry the bonds. They bad bard opposition from many good citizens, but the bonds were carried by a small margin. The water, light and sewer systems were recently completed. There Is only one house on the entire town site which cannot be connected with the present sewer system. It hnppens that this house is unoccupied and has been for many months and Is likely to con tinuo vacunt because no ono in the town will live In a house thut decs not have all the modern conveniences. In planning the water system the mayor and the council purchased the riparian rights along the creel; for sev eral miles up the Htream. Then they built a dam which si ores up enough water, counting tne grcatept possi Me evaporation, u period of eighteen months without a drop of rnln falling in the entire watershed, still to leave the town wllli uu adequate supply for all domestic and lire lighting purposes. The water Is pumped from the creek niid Is then forced through a modern flit nil ion plant that guarantees pure water ut all (lines. The electric light nnd power plant Is largo enough to supply every house with all the light needed and' till the power necessary for the mills and olh er Industries, und It Is one of (he most complete street lighting systems in Kansas. Hesides this, the plant sells fleet rlc current to light two nearby towns and furnishes power for Indus tries and Is making contracts to sup ply two oilier towns. Instead of the old fashioned Incandescent or arc lights for the streets, the city has had built in the center of each street Intersection neavy iron poles, on wnicu tiiere are five lights, something like the boule vard und WhlUi Way lights used In the larger cities. Each light supplies four blocks of streets, so that there Is hard ly a dark spot In I lie town ut night. Lyndon Is a thoroughly modern town In every other way. It has us flue a twelve acre park as could be found anywhere, and the town pays for band concerts during the summer months. Andrew Carnegie recently gave $8,000 for a library building. The city fur nished the site and put up the building, and there are now ubout S.tKK) books in the library, and more are being add fd each year. The little town has well paved Directs und miles of modern concrete sidewalks. Every home Is shaded by numerous trees, and the city sees that the trees and parkings arc "kept in good condition. The high school und grade whool buildings are new and modern. It Is the ordinary practice In most towns (hat when bonds arc voted for public Improvements the payment of the debt Is left for future generations Hut Lyndon decided to puy off Its debt, so each year a levy Is made so thut U.OOO of the debt Is actually retired. The clubwomen of the town and the lty olliclals see to It thut the alleys are kept clean and all trash removed, and everybody swats the fly. Blnco Lyndon put on Its new clothes there has not been a case of typhoid fever on the town site. On the top of the Lyndon water tow er there Is 1.500 candle power beacon light that can be seen for thirty miles. Ko Lyndon lets it light shine out be fore ull men and sets a shining exam ple for other small communities. tors, representatives of various public welfare societies, the mayor of the city, commissioners of public works and perhaps ulso leading representa tives of outlying communities. The newspapers will, of course, have been Interested in the movement from the outset The first step is to raise a fund for purposes of securing plans und meet ing the expense of the movement, and this may be accomplished either by an appropriation made by the municipal authorities, by donntlon from a philan thropist or by a general public sub scription. 'It is advisable to have as great a general Interest as possible created In the subject, as It will thus receive a degree of support which would not be accorded It were Its ac tivities confined to a limited number. One of the best means of arousing public interest in city planning la the giving of public lectures on the sub ject by experts. Such a lecturer should alwnys be obtained whatever the plan followed, and the lecture should be ac companied by illustrations of what has been done and Is contemplated In other cities. When the work of the expert has been completed a public exhibit Ion should be held of the drawings and plans, and they should be subjected to the criticism of the public at large and discussed In public meetings and In the press. Modern Woodmen Move. The Modern Woodmen lodge has moved their equipment from Me morial hall to Moose hall, where they will meet in the future." Pleasant Hour Club, Mr. R. P. Watkins will entertain the Pleanant Hour Club at her home on Beach street tomorrow afternoon She will he assisted by her daughter, Mrs. Byron Watkins, of Medford. The Neighborhood Shakespeare Club will meet at the home of Mrs S. B. Graham on Thursday evening of this week with Mrs. Porter J. Xeff as leader. She will present the open ins scenes of "The Tempest." Trinity Gui'rt. The ladies of the Trinity Guild dfe planning an elaborate social affair for Friday evening. All friends and mem bers of the parish are cordially invit ed and assured of a jolly time. The social will he held at the parish house. Old Town Quartet Plew.es. The final number of the Minister! al Association's lyceum course, the Old Town Quartet, pleased a large audience at the Methodist church last Tuesday evening. The young men sang, played and gave readings in a delightful manner. Endeavorites Coast. Monday evening, January 31, in the. parlors of the Presbyterian church, dinner was served for the members and friends of the Christian Endeavor. After the dinner the reg ular monthly business meeting was held, followed by a ji lly coasting party. To Develop New Jersey, Plans for the development of New Jersey along various lines huve been outlined In n report submitted by a special committee of the department of conservation nnd development, ap pointed to formulate a program for the, ensuing year. Among other things It Is proposed to establish u "Jersey day." for the edu cation and enlightenment of the pub lic as to the opportunities in the state; to organize an adjunct or advisory body to aid tho department to Inaugu rate n public market system; to pre pare a list of unused properties in con nection with a labor employment bu reau; to strive for the betterment of public roads; to advertise the state's advantages nnd to bring about closer co-operation between various depart ments. Eleven O'clock Club. The Eleven O'clock club held an other of thfeir delightful Informal dances at I. 0. 0. F. hall last Monday evening. About thirty couples were present and enjoyed an evening of dancing which included everything from the old quadrille to the very lat est. T T L 1 m an naruey oi taient. me ceremony was followed by a bounteous wedding dinner. The bride and groom left the same evening for Ashland, where they expect to remain for a short time. The happy young couple will go to housekeeping at what is known as the A. G. Bishop ranch, near Eagle Point. As both of the young people are of Jackson county and are well and favorably known by a wide circle of friends, everyone Is wishing them unbounded happiness throughout their married lives. Stage and Screen. You missed a rattling funny film If grip kept you away, Beside the fire, when Chaplin played, In "Work" last Saturday; On Friday last the kidlets gay, Dressed up like Newport's neatest For wedding day Their folks will say, Which little tot was sweetest. A comedy five short reels long, The author Elsie Janis, Was full of laughs no slanstlck stuff, With which some often pain us. The orchestra full seven strong Please well on Sunday nights, With classic splash Fast ragtime hash And operatic flights Vampireish Theda Bara came L.asi nigm, ana win - De nere once more Tonight, with moods of hate and love, Which -thrill you to the very core. The ground hog saw his shadow black And flipflopped back like one Insane. The rain In streaks Will pour six weeks, But we should worry let It rain. TTI rri ay THEATRE Matt Only It .1 Feb. 4i n LASKY PRESENTS J Moose Mask. The Moose mask ball last night was attended by about thirty couples In costumes, many of which would have kept the judges guessing had prizes been offered. Masks were re moved at 11 o'clock. A big, jolly crowd whirled through a merry evening. Picturesque Water Fountain, A water tower of both artistic and substantial structure U shown In the accompanying photograph. It was built by the Chicago Bridge and Iron works for the village of Iilverslde, 111. It replaces u brick tower, built in 1870, which supported u wooden tank. This tank bad to be rebuilt once or twice, and finally, In 1013, It was burned, iu spite of the fact that It contained wa- Auxiliary, The ladies' Auxiliary Club will hold their regular meeting next Mon day evening, February 7, in Ivy Cot tage. A large attendance Is desired to talk over the plans of the new club house In Chautauqua hall. The hostesses for the evening: Mrs, C. Baughman, Miss Hazel Smith, Miss Haight and Miss Lillian Patterson. AT THE CHURCHES 1 First Church of Christ, Scientist. Pioneer avenue south. Sunday service at 11 o'clock; subject of lesson sermon, "Spirit." Sunday school at 10 o'clock. Wednesday evening meet ing at 8 o'clock. Reading room open from 2 to 4 daily except Sundays. 'THE VOICE IN THE FOC By Harold McGrath Starring Donald Brian The story of a young Englishman who forfeits his title to a professional confidence man for a month, bringing about many difficulties Added AHraclion KKS voices in popular selections. ADMISSION 10 AND 15 Coming Saturday, Feb. 5th 'THE CANNON BALL' Comedy produced. Also other good pictures. ADMISSION 10 and 15 Cents rr DEPOT DOINGS. Superintendent Metcalf, of the Shasta division, was a visitor in Ash land Friday coming up from Duns mulr in his private car "ShaBta." The Southern Pacific workmen are experiencing a great deal of difficulty near Wolf creek on account of the amount of snow and the rapidly ris ing water. Over a hundred and fif ty men are at work, while a steam shovel Is kept constantly on the Job. About 25 loads of crushed granite have been used and the road bed is now in fairly good shape. Congregational Church. The usual services will be held on Sabbath, February 6. Sunday school nt 9:45. Morning worship at 11 subject, "The True Interpreter of Life." Y. P. S. C. E. at 6:30. Even ing service at 7:30; theme, "Human Intolerance and Divine Patience A cordial welcome to all. Rev. R. W. Farquhar, minister. Li . n Poster Stamps Advertise City. Poster stumps Is the latest method of advertising used In Toledo, O. The stamps are printed on perforated and gummed paper, in series of twenty each, nnd are supplied by the members and others who desire to attach them to letters or uso them in stamp albums. 1 m. v" i MIC ; Teacup Club, The Teacup Club was entertained Tuesday afternoon by Mesdames Chattin, Miller, Kramer and Miss Jes sie Mathes at the home of Mrs. Kra mer on Hargadine street. Quite large attendance, ' notwithstanding the Inclemency of the weather, en Joyed the afternoon. After the regu lar business meeting Mrs. Van Fossen and Mrs. Palmerlee favored the guests with a piano duet which was heartily enjoyed and enthusiastically encored; Mrs, C. L. Miller, two de lightful readings; Miss Gertrude En gle, vocal solo, and Mrs. Miller, f piano solo. The refreshments and the manner of serving were suggest Ive of the near approach of St. Val entine's day. The remainder of the afternoon was spent In enjoyment of a general social time. 3 BIVUUHlIiB WATKB TOWEU. ter. It wus then decided to put up a more sutlsfuctory tower, and, under the supervision of Dulmey Mnury nnd Oouglns Graham as consulting engi neers and W. D. Mann as architect, tho present tank was erected. The plan Involved carrying out the Ntockford-Ilcnry. A very pretty home wedding toqk place Sunday, January 30, at 2:30 p. m. at the pleasant home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Henry, In North Talent, when Miss Frances Anna Henry was given in marriage to Max H. Stockford, both of Jackson county. Rev. John Still of the First Methodist church of Central Point officiated. The ring ceremony was used. Miss Pearl Hartley of Talent, Fred Frldegar and Miss Sarah Henry, uncle and sister of tho bride, acted as best man and bridesmaid. Only a few Intimate friends besides relatives and mem bers of the immediate family were present. Those from Medfprd were: Mr. and Mrs. Fred Daugherty and wife and little daughter Frances, Mr. Presbyterian. Sunday school at 9:45 a. m Preaching service at 11 and 7:30 p, m. Prayer meeting Wednesday even ing. Choir rehearsal on Thursday night. Missionary Society meets Thursday at 2 o'clock with Mrs. Van Zant. Ladles' Aid meets Friday In church parlors for work. At Presbyterian Church. Mr. W. A. Killis of Chicago, 111., who is connected with the Moody Bi ble Institute, and who has been spend ing a month on the coast, at Seattle and Portland, will he in Ashland for next Sunday and will occupy the pul pit of the Presbyterian church morn ing and evening. Baptist Church Notes. ' The evangelistic services are being held every night but Saturday. We are looking forward to a big day on Sunday. Special music at every serv ice. Sunday school at 9:45. Morning service at 11; theme, "The Denounc er of Sin." B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 Evangelistic services at 7:30; text, 'Never Man So Spake." Bible study at 3 p. m. on Tuesday Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. ARTHUR R. BLACKSTONE. Some Magazines Refuse To Clip Because of their refusal to com ply with the prohibition law and elim inate liquor advertisements from their pages, the sale of several periodicals and magazines may be discontinued In news stands in Oregon. A large number of the leading magazines of the country do not carry liquor ad vertisements and will not be affected by the law. Others will print special editions, eliminating the ads and these will be sent to dealers jn dry states. The It Is proposed hereafter on the , magazines which refuse to print sne- Southern Pacific that duplicates of 'cial editions and can be secured only breakfast call cards," as handled by through subscriptions are: Army and Pullman conductors, be delivered to Navy Journal, Bellman, Forest and the regular train conductors, In order Stream, Rider and Driver, Town that they may be the better enabled j Topics, and Town and Country. The to work in common as to affording particulars to the traveling public re garding meals, calls and general information. The Southern Pacific company Is seriously considering, not only the propriety, but the necessity of elimi nating the sale of liquor on its trains along the entire system. There is not a continuous period of three hours between Los Angeles and Seat tle during which the company's em ployees can sell liquor, the dry dis tricts are so numerous and so ex tensive in mileage. Oregon News company has sent out letters to the dealers informing them of the changes. Conductor W. E. Jeter for the Southern Pacific company arrived here last Sunday and as the trains were held here for a couple of hours, he had ample time to shnltH linnHs with many of his old-time friends. Mr. Jeter was on the way to his home in Ashland from San Francisco where he spent the past six months at the company's hospital receiving treat ment for an injury received at Mis tletoe, six miles this side of Ashland. The News is pleased to state that I wnne not entirely well, Mr. Jeter looks fine and will soon be able to report for duty. Dunsraulr News. Card of Thanks. We wish to express our thanks to kind friends and neighbors for aid and sympathy, also for the beauti ful flowers In the time of our bereave ment Mrs. B. Beach, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Veghte, Earl Veghte. It Editor Tidings: It is reported In the Record that during the recent discussion In the city council over the city attorney salary matter "the may or stated that Attorney Watson drew the papers by which the Berkely spring was conveyed to the city, and that the city was now up against a lawsuit for possession of the same." This is not true and Mayor Johnson knows it. The arrangement with Mr. Berkely was made by an agreement long before the deed was drawn and I had nothing whatever to do about it; was not connected In any way whatever with the matter. When the time to make the deed arrived I was asked by the springs commission to draw the deed, and did so. This deed was then submitted to City Attorney Moore and was by him approved by the addition of a Bingle word. That was all I had to do with it. Mayor Johnson knows that the controversy over the springs to which he refers has nothing whatever to do with this deed or any other paper in the case, but relates to an old water right which should have been looked into by the city through its city attorney before they ,took an option on the springs. If the mayor made the re mark attributed to him it was an un justifiable fling at me for the pur pose of creating a mlsimpression and embraces an untruth. C. B. WATSON. appearance of the orlglnul brick tower, while uddlng twentv feet tn lla linifrdt An elliptical bottom steel tank of 150.. and Mrs. Bert Daugherty and son 000 gallon capacity was Installed. The Howard, Miss Lizzie Turnhow, Fred steel ptalo roof and ornamentation, as Frldegar, A. Frldegar, William Frid . u, ,,,e ew iincuwork, complete egar and wife, Air. and Mrs. J. D. me Bimpie, unrmnnious and effective design. American City. egar and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Henry, Miss Beatrice' and Miss Ruth A Chance You receive a check for something sold and take it to a bank and re ceive cash for It. You are taking the chance of losing the money by care lessness or theft a chance the man who gave you the check would not take. Learn by observation and deposit future checks in this strong bank. Pay your bills by check. First National Bank " ASHLAND, OREGO.V. Old it National Sank tn Jackson County ; Spring Line of Hosiery Now Ready for You at the 5, 10 and 15c Store Hose for Men, Woman and Children. white at Black and 10 and 15c A new lot of Crochet Cotton I All sizes X .ft. A big as- ih sortment I to IjQ I IU mini IH.4 TIIE 5, 10 and 15 cent STORE SaSSsS
