Herald and Review from Decatur, Illinois • Page 22

i Where there Is water for 'Irrigation the returns, especially in alfalfa are enormous. I spent last Winter there and it is possible that I will spend the coming Winter season there but that is "not determined. The water for Irrigating comes from deep wells of artesian water. Once that the land Is in alfalfa it Is held at high prices. I knew one instance where an offer of $260 per acre was refused for a tract of 20 acres that had a good stand of alfalfa.

They cut from three to five cropg of hay a year and it sells at $10 a ton. Ths yield, for the season may be from five to seven tons an acre. "That will be a great fruit country soon. Many of the orchards are still young but those that have come into bearing cannot be purchased for $1,000 per acre. Tniu when the homeseek- roads the land seekers flock Into that country.

Of course all of them do Congregational Church To Celebrate kindness, or a request for assistance, and he is gone. buy land but there are many investors and the country Is settling at a rapid rate." He is first of all a citizen, and Is active In -every movement for civic betterment. His election to the presidency of the local ministerial associa 20th Anniversary of -Its Founding DeForrest Fairbanks has returned to Champaign to resume his at the University of Illinois after spending a vacation with his parent. tion is the best Indication of the esteem in which he is held by his fellow ministers. He never stays long.

His work is supplemented by that of Mrs. Gammon. whose tact and graclousness win her many friends. Mr. and Mrs.

w. L. rairoaom on Praki rie avenue. ers' excursions are given by the rail- The church never was in better con dition than now. While not one -of the largest chnrches in the city It can be relied upon to take a leading part WE WANT YOUR SUBSCMPTIONS FOR in every movement lor good in the community.

The church has had In all 825 mem- bera Four hundred and nampR are now on the lists'. Following Is the program for the anniversary: WE AG Wednesday. 6 p. ra. Reunion In Social Rooms of the church.

Banquet. 7 p. m. Grace said by Mr. Luther Barnard.

Toastmaster Rev. R. W. Gammon. Hymn 'T Love Thy Kingdom, Lord." History of the Church "What God Hath Wrought." H.

C. Schaub. Our Charter Members "The First Regiment." George R. Bacon. Our Recruits "The Valiant Ones Who Follow." Mrs.

Lizzie A. P. Battles. The Tear 1908 "Showers of Blessings." Miss Mary L. Johnson.

Our Future "Press Forward Toward the Mark." J. C. Hessler. Greetings from the City Churches Dr. W.

H. Penhallegon. And WiU Duplicate Any Reliable Offer. Review of Reviews. Woman's Home McClure's Magazine.

Success Magazine $1.00 World's Work. Delineator Everybody's $1.50 Our Price $3.50 For All Four. Our price $3.50 For All Threes Greetings from the Congregational Churches Dri Roswell O. Post. Greetings from Former Members $6.75) Read by Miss Abbie A.

Pratt and Miss Johnson. Bring us your list and let us quote you club prices. Call or write for Catalog, Free "And Lastly," Rev. Gammon. Benediction, Thomas L.

Evans. p. m. Organ Prof. H.

H. Kaeuper. Vocal Solo, Prof. Wm. B.

Olds. Address, Dean Kinley, Dean of Graduate School. University of Illinois. MAIM New Mexico's Future HEN the agricultural dis BOOK AND ART 217 North Wate trict of New Mexico are settled," said Isaac Shive- First Congregational Chnreh and- Its Paster, Rev. R.

W. Gammon. 'Growth From Small Beginnings Has Been Steady and Society Is Stronger and More Flourishing Today Than Ever Bdf ore STORE, Street. Next Door to Folrath Folrath. Both Phones.

ly of LaPlace, the population will be more dense than in this country. The farmers there are content to work smaller farms. Of course there are some parts of New Mexico that, so far as we know now, can never be farm some afternoon, "a word topic of the day. or two on an offer to do a ed, for there Is no water available. I SBBBBBSSBSBBBBBMISBSSBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBSSSS s-SSSBBBBBBB S-P-- iSS-SBB I WITH a loyal and constantly increasing membership, with an Inspiring pastor, with an ideally equipped church plant free from debt and a record of twenty years of conscientious service, the First Congregational church this week celebrates iwith -a full heart the anniversary of Its founding.

On Wednesday evening the anniversary supper will be served, addresses will be made, and letters rea from former members. On Thursday evening there will be an organ recital and the anniversary sermon will be preached by Dean Kinley of the University of Illinois. Putting Money In Your Pocke Important Dates In History of the Church Rev. W. C.

Miller. 1889 to I960. -Rev. Horace L. Strain, 1900 to 1905.

Rev. Robert W. Gammon, 1905 Nov. 27, 1888. First call for "those Interested in organiza; tion.

Dec. 9, 1888 Organization completed. Jan. 6, 1889 Sunday school organized with George W. Battles as- superintendent Feb.

6. 1899 Rev. W. C. Miller, first pastor called.

May 29, 1890 Cornerstone for church building laidl Nov. 20, 1890 Church dedicated. May 13. 1900 Rev. W.

C. Miller resigns. Dec 2, 1900 Rev. Horace L. Strain enters upon pastoral duties.

Dec 17, 1905. Rev. Robert W. Gammon preaches first sermon. i Dec.

9, 10. 1908 Celebration of 20th anniversary of founding of the church. -Like most successful enterprises, the First Congregational church came up from small The church which is very different from the little tody which gathered together Dec. 9, 888. doubtless sorely in need of a Paul his letters of encouragement, fcut filled with the resolve to organize and to succeed.

Organized in 1888. As early as June 1888 the plan for ioreanlztna a church- was- first dis Do you wonder why we are busy selling clothing? "We're putting from $3.50 to $7.00 back in every man's pocket that purchases a Suit or. Overcoat from us. We can do the same for you if you'll giveus the opportunity to show you. The class of merchandise handled by this store, being made to our order, necessitates us purchasing months in advance of the season in which they are to be used.

Our purchases for this Fall and Winter were made in ApriTand May of this year, 'ere we had detemiined to close out this business. As these goods were made expressly for us, the manufacturer refused to accept cancellations, hence we were forced, to accept the goods, consequently the line is as complete and full as if we had expected to continue business. Forced to accept these goods, they must be disposed of. Every stitch in this store, every suit, every overcoat, every shirt, underwear, every article in this colossal stock of alothing for men and boys must go regardless of the cost. No matter what article, price or place you'll save money on everything you buy at this sale.

ment and teaching, a Ladles' Society enlarged and devoted, and Young cussed, and after meetings had been held under the direction of Rev. R. JW. Perdue, state evangelist for the Congregational church, the first call was made for those interested in the plan Nov. 27, 1888.

At the temporary organization T. L. Evans was elected secretary. A committee consisting of Mrs. J.

H. Bevans, George W. Battles. Reuben NIms, Mrs. O.

Z. Greene and Mrs. Hattle Frederick was appointed to prepare the articles of faith. coven-Ian constitution and bylaws. On Dec.

9 organization was completed, and small In numbers but great In-courage, the new church took its nlace with sister organizations. Peoples Society of promise, surely this church has no reason to despair." iN ever before have the people of Decatur and vicinity bad the chance to buy clothing 1-1 4T1J-" 1 I i 1 11 11. J. Jl. Dr.

Gammon an Inspiration. Rev. Dr. Robert W. Gammon the present pastor, preached his first sermon Dec.

17, 1905. There is no phase of church activity in which Rev. Gammon's influence is not felt. He There were 37 charter members. Of this number' ten are still residents is at all times an inspiration and a spur to his people.

An -eloquent pul of the city and members of the church; one name is on the roll, but absent; thirteen have united with other churches and thirteen have pit orator, his hearers are always sure to receive from his sermon thoughts that quicken and renew Christian zeal. While a student and a reader, recognized as an authority aied. Of the first trustees one, O. v. niwnc still serves on the board, and Georee W.

Battles, one of the two deacons elected continues at his nost. Sunday school was organized on the minor prophets and -other old Testament books, he carefully avoids sticking too close to his study, making it a point to go out every day into Jan. 6. 1889 with 73 present, and Mrs. iiKe isune always soia, at sucn prices, itignt at tne sxart oi me season we'll give you your winter clothing supplies' at end of the season prices.

Read this announcement word for word, we more than promise everything here as advertised. If you live within 100 miles of Decatur and wear clothes, you can't afford to miss this chance. Men's and Young Men's Suits that we expected to sell at $25.00 go at $22.50 Men's and Young Men's Suits that we expected to sell at $22.50 go at $20.00 Men's and Young Men's Suits that we expected to sell at $20.00 go at. $18.00 Men's and Young Men's Suits that we expected to sell at $18.00 go at t. $15.00 Men's and Young Men's Suits that we expected to sell at $15.00 go at $12.50 Battles was elected supertntenaent.

the homes and the offices of hi9 Rev. W. C. Miller, the first pastor, iwas called Feb. 6.

1889. Corner Stone Laid in 1890. parlshoners. It Is these office calls that have won for him to such an extent the loyalty and esteem of the men of his church. A cheery good Hardly had the little church got its start before it Degan 10 iook aooui Tor- a home.

In May 1889 a tot for a building was first talked of and the resent location the corner of West Bad Breath and Eldorado and North Church streets was decided upon. the church voting to build what is now the front Sour Stomach or auditorium at a cost of about 130.000. One year later. to be exact on May 29. 1S90, the -corner Stopped at Once With Pure Wil stone was laid.

Rev. O. Post of Jacksonville, who will be present at the anniversary exercises this week, nreachlnar the sermon. The corner low Charcoal, toe ureatest Gas Absorber Known. stone was laid by Reuben Kims, father There is no "necessity to suffer the humiliation, chagrin and discomfort of of Mrs.

Luther Barnard. bad breatn. biliousness, sour aiomacn, The membership now began to In rastritlH. sluKsrish liver, when crease raDidly. The dedication ser little lozenge of charcoal will cleanse the stomach and make It pure and vices were held Nov.

29, 1890 when Rev. F. W. Gunsaulus of Chicago preached the sermon. The first hymn sweet.

Do not rtrae vourself when a simple LIEN'S $20.00 SUITS, $16.50. We wish to call your special attention to our showing of Men's Wanskunk all Pure Worsted Suits, like illustration. The coats are made with the new dip front effect, "fancy pockets aud cuffs. The vest with fancy pockets. These suits come in the new browns and greys and are as good garments as will be shown anywhere at $20.00: Our price CHILDREN'S CLOTHING T- Child's Knicker.

Suits that little natural charcoal made from fra-j ever suns- was: "I Love Thy King dom Lord." and the same hymn will honey, will add tone to your stomach, liver and Intestines, rapidly absorb be sung at the anniversary. First Pastor's 8ulendid Services. 'fs and aton fonl odors of all kinds. After a long and faithful servicesMr. Miller presented his resignation May Charcoal will absorb one hundred times its own volume in gas.

A box full of charcoal placed in a bed room will keep the air of such a room pure 13. 1900. He was a stuaeni-pascor, and sweet. a uttin rharennl lnzenire dissolved on should sell at ijsiu.uu go the tongue after meals will also keep the stomach fresh and clean. Charcoal is Justly called the scrubbing brush for 'the stomach.

The old monks of medieval times cured bad cases of $7.75 Child's Knicker Suits that stomach trouble, cast out devils from th svatem of roan by feeding such a man rharmnL should sell at $8.00 go at $6.50 Child's Knicker Suits that should sell at $6.00 go at $4.75 Quid's Knicker Suits that should sell at $5.50 go at $4.50 Tl lit a man who read widely and deeply. Popular with his people, and a devoted pastor he did much to lay the foundation of zeal and earnestness on which the church rests. In his letter of resignation he said: "I have no fears for this church. It has long passed lta experimental age. I hold for it only the brightest prophesy, a center of increasing light and Inspiration.

The sacrifices wrought into Its very life. Its unity of purposes, its loyalty to ideals, all make it a planting of God's right hand." Mr. Strain's Ministry. But the young church was without a pastor but a few months. In November 190 Rev.

Horace Leslie Strain was called, entering upon his duties the following month. It was during fcis incumbency that the very complete Sunday school rooms and social rooms were built. Necessary repairs to the auditorium were made and the fine pipe organ was Installed. Mr. Strain Is still well remembered as a pastor and citizen.

He was earnest. conscientious and always cheerful. No duty was too large, no burden too heavy for him. He was satisfied that a bright future lay before the church for in-hia letter of resignation he said: "The hardest work of this ohurch 'Is done. With such a building as this, with a goodly company of new people flowing into the life of this church, with a growing and enthusiastic Sunday school, made possible by faithfulness and efficiency In govera- Scientific men of today believe In the great strength of charcoal for the cure of -human fils.

Too much of it cannot harm one. The system craves it Just like an animal needs and craves salt every so often. Charcoal goes into the stomach gently and is welcome, it settles down through the action of the stomach, and filte.rs through all food, absorbing gas. aiding digestion and giving tone to the Juices, so that when the food goes into the Intestines, and 'there meets other digestive fluids, the -charcoal holds the impurities and thus keeps them from the blood. Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges are made from pure willow.

They are prepared fragrant by the use" of honey and sweetened so they please the taste and are easily They have an enormous sale, thus stamping them, with the approval of the public. Every druggist sells them, 25 cents per box. Go to your druggist today and buy a box; then after your next meal take two or three of Jhem and Judfje for, yourself of their mirit. Several taken at bed time will prove to you in the morning that they have been at work all night, for your, bad breath will not be -so bad after all. Send us your name and address and we will send you a trial package by mail free.

Address F. A. Stuart 200 Stuart Marshall, Mich. i it'BH 1 1 i wm vvi fa Sftime CMS HI Eg Old Square. Central Block.