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Webster 1250. 4t LODGE DIRECTORY Keystone Lodge, No. 4, K. of P., Omaha, Neb. Meetings first and third Thursdays of each month. M. H. Hazzard, C. C.; J. H. Glover. K. of R. and S. Cuming Rug Cleaning & Mfg. Co. Vacuum Cleaning, Renovating and Alterations. 2419 Cuming. Phone Red 4122 Ask the grocer, merchant, etc., with whom you trade: “Do you advertise in our paper, The Monitor?” Smoke John Ruskin 6c Cigar. Big gest and Best.—Adv. All returned soldiers are requested to send their names and addresses to The Monitor offidd, 304 Crounse block. <k~x~x~x~x~x^xk~xk~x-x~x~> | Do Your | Trading & at the 'i I PALACE | I Clothing Co. | Y X Y S. E. Cor. 14th and Douglas Sts. ,j, ^••x-x-x-x-x-xs-x-XK-x-x-X”;' -:»X”X-X"X"X-X-X-X-V-;-:--.-.".-.--. % $ t Ideal Dressmaking % Parlor | 2419 N. 24th St. Web, 4561 | ? MRS. VANHOUSEN, Mgr. ? X | Open Evenings. * y v | Satisfaction Guaranteed. ;«! V . . . * • • • ' If you are seeking a Home See A. J. DAVIS &. CO. 220 South 13th St. Over Pope’s Drug Store. Douglas 7150. We have property at prices • and terms to please you. i ■ . .4 ♦X"X~X~X~X~X~X~X“X~X~X~X~X' I J. BERKOWITZ | $ GROCERIES AND MEATS £ j* 24th and Charles Sts. •{• \ Phone Webster 850. X v xk~x~x~x~x^~xk~x~x~:~x~x>x> •x~x~x-:~x~x-x~x~x~x~x~x-x~:> - WATERS I BARNHART f PRINTING CO. -S-5- % j l «-X~X"X-X X-!' I ■ ' — . I I 1— Hut of Havasupai Chief. THE recent discovery by scien tists of a lost tribe of Ameri can Indians—the Havasupai— walled up In obscurity in a deep canyon of western Arizona re veals a situation so astonishing that it would seem incredible If the story came from a source less reliable than the American Museum of Natural His tory, writes J. A. Brashears In the New York Sun. Cloistered in a fertile valley, where sheer walls cut the great, plateau to a depth of 3,000 feet, Leslie Spier, a member of the museum's staff, has found a tribe of wild primitive In dians still living the lives of their an cestors and tn almost total ignorance of the forward march of civilization. Here on the hanks of Cataract creek, which flows northward to cascade in to the torrents of the Grand Canyon, these aborigines nnd their forebears have lived for ten centuries with sel dom a glimpse of the territory lying beyond the canyon top. The chief of the tribe counts the visits of the white man on the fingers of one hand. Anthropologists have poked into the utmost corners of the earth, from pole to pole; havp studied and classified the various tribes of Indians for years, while In some remarkable manner the Havasupai, living within our very bor ders, have escaped notice. These Indians—there now are only 175 in the tribe—constitute the only purely aboriginal and primitive com munity In the United States today. They- have lived like hermits. The customs and machines, the social ad vances of the outside world have fail ed to penetrate the fastness of their realm. Not Easy to Visit Them. To reach their home, a 50-mile ride over a waterless tract Is necessary. When the brink of the chasm is reached the drop of 3,000 feet has to tie made mostly on foot along a hardly perceptible trail. Only a small pert of the hazardous twelve-mile descent can be made mounted. One must lit erally cling to the walls of the canyon. In no place is the trail wider than three feet nnd the animals rub their sides raw through scraping along the side of the canyon. In one place the two wails come together nnd form n corner. Here It is necessary to make a 500-foot drop by zigzagging from wall to wall. This is the most perilous section of the journey for the trail is nothing more than a series of steps. The animals must jump from one to the other. As the men on foot must walk In front their lives are constantly endangered. Should a pack animal miss Its footing flit* man In front would he knocked to oblivion. Today the Havasupai subsist on a marvelously cultivated tract two and one-quarter miles long and about one qunrter of a mile wide. They depend chiefly on agriculture for their sup port, but in former days they descend ed far south down their valley In quest of deer, antelope nnd hear. The camps are situated along the east side of the creek, which Irrigates the land so well that enough food Is harvested off this small section of one and one-half square tnlles to supply them from sea son to season. Some of Their Customs. Mr. Spier classifies the tribe as "In termediary," since their culture em braces traits peculiar to ttie four ad jacent tribes of the southwest area. “In general characteristics,” he said, “they lean more toward the Pueblos of northern Mexico. The custom that pre vails among the Pueblos—that of the men and women working together In the field—also exists among the Supal. "The men also make clothing out of buckskin, a domestic trait character istic of the Pueblos. The Influence of the other adjacent tribes, while slight, may be seen In the construction of various types of huts and tepees. The Havasupai build four different types. There Is a log nnd mud hut common among the Nnvajos; the conleal thatched tepee built to a great exlent among the Mohuves and the square thatched hut of the Plateau Indians. “Among the American Indians,” he | eontinupd. “the nomadic nnd warlike traits predominate, but the Havasupai are unique in this respect. They are peaceubly inclined and happy in the contemplation of their own works. Expert Com Grower*. The Havasupai live lu camps during the summer months along the creek in the midst of their farms. They are expert in raising corn crops. The deep canyon bed. Irrigated by the cataract, is an oasis in the arid desert which surrounds the canyon. Corn, beans, squash and fruit are raised in abundance and the peaches are especially delicious, according to Mr. Spier. The nearby mountains abound in sheep, deer, antelope ami wild turkeys, so there is no lack of fresh meat. In winter the tribe takes to the ledges and caves on the mountain side high above the danger levels. Cataract creek always overflows during the rainy season and inundates the land. “Here,” said Mr. Spier, “I found some most interesting caves, unquestiona bly carved out of the walls by a pre historic race. I found some fragmen tary pottery in various places which supported my theory. “These caves,” he continued, “serve as excellent shelters, and here each family builds its storehouse for pre serving it* grain and meat. These are constructed out of mud, baked bard and then sealed.” Native Turkish Bath. The chief diversion among the males is to foregather about the various sweat lodges to gossip and discuss affairs of the tribe. The sweat lodge Is their Turkish bath. A bed of straw is laid down and a covering placed over it. It Is made just large enough for one man to crawl Inside. Muskets containing red-hot rocks are pin>.«.<• —■ side and water Is then poured over them, producing a cloud of steam. The covering holds the steam inside ami as soon as the sweating process is deemed to have progressed sufficiently the bather Jumps out for a "shock" In the ley waters of the cataract. As each man finishes his bath he joins the circle, all In breecbclouts, for the dis cussion of tribal affairs. The women do not devote all of their afternoons to domestic pursuits. They have a passion for gambling, Mr. Spier says, and for several hours af ter the day’s toll in the fields they con gregate and play at dice. The game Is somewhat like the American game of crops, although four dice are used, fashioned out of goat’s horn. Today one never finds American In dians using anything hut matches to light their tires. The Havasupai still use primitive fire drills. Up to 1910 the stoue knife was used exclusively. Lately some modern implements have filtered in through the government ugent. They have some horses and a small number of cattle with which they are having splendid success. No Marriage Ceremony. Marriage in the canyon is without ceremony. The bride’s consent having been won in the orthodox fashion the couple merely live together without further ado. The brave must make payment, however, to the bride * pa rents, and tlie customary form Is to give bis service In the fields of his “in-laws” until the first child has been born. This method of payment is strictly enforced. There is no divorce recognized among the Havasupai. Of tlie two chiefs Mr. Spier said: "They have absolutely no prerogatives in the matter of power over the tribe. The tribe as a whole works well to gether and the members feel a certain definite social consciousness. It Is the business of the chiefs to act as media tors when matters need adjustment, but whatever laws exist are enforced through public opinion. The chiefs are charged with advising tlie young women and instructing tlie youths growing into manhood. There is no capital punishment, and instead of the death penalty for murder tlie offend ing party must make a payment In land or goods. Illegitimacy does no' exist among them. Every child that is born lias a recognized father and in odium attaches to offspring, ns hap pens so frequently among people ol higher social development.” The Little Button How dear to the heart of each gray bearded soldier Are the thoughts of the days when he once wore the Blue; When memory recalls each trial and danger, And scenes of the past are brought back to his view. Though long since discard ing his arms and equipment. There’s one thing a vet eran most surely will note. The first tiling he sees on the form of a comrade la the little Bronze But ton he wears on his coat CHORl'S The little Brown Rutton. The Soored Bronze Button. The Grand Army Button. He nears on his coat. "How much did It cost?" said a man to a soldier, "Thai little Hat button you wear on your coat?" "Ten cents In good money." he answered the stranger, "And four years of hard marching, and fighting to hoot "The wealth of the world cannot purchase this emblem. "Except tlial the buver had once worn the Blue; "And l! proves to mankind the full worth of a hero— "A man to his home and his country was true " Then let us be proud of the Little Bronze Button, And wear It with spirit, both loyal and bold. Fraternally welcome each one who dis plays It. With love In our hearts for the com rades of old. Each dav musters out whole battalions of wearers. And soon will be missed the small token so dear; Tet millions will learn what this emblem betokens. The Little Bronze Button that tells of “no fear.” One Country Now. This Is undeniably a reunited coun try. Northern find southern Interests nre today Identical and In an Infinite variety of ways the two sections have been knit together so firmly that never again can they be sundered by any conceivable political difference. The Civil war settled definitely the prin ciple of Union and the South has ac cepted the verdict In a manner to leave no question as to Its sincerity and Irs determination to remain per manently true to fhe flng that now waves from coast to coast and bound ary to boundary.—Exchange. Most Union Soldiers Under Age. The United States commissioner of pensions furnished these figures, ul tliough he did not vouch for them: -iif 0,175.484 men enlisted for our civil war 4.4H4.270 were under 21 years of age at the time of enlistment. More that) t.lOO.OOtf were under 17 and over KHUKHi we- under 15 More than OK) were uniter 12 and 25 under 10.’ SUMMER BRINGS LARGER HATS Brighter Sunshine Causes Demand for Broader Brims to Protect Face and Eyes. With the approach of late sprint and early summer weather, the tdg hat Is coming actively into its own. Tht first spring lays demand that tht headgear selected shall tie small and rather close reefed to withstand wind and weather, and a hat of this type is very smart with narrow straight line tailored suit or frock. Hut Idg hats are almost uniformly becoming, and when late spring and suinmei suns begin to shine, a spreading bat brim is n great protection to the eyes and complexion. When trimming is used on the spring or summer chapeau, flowers usually are first choice. All kinds of garden flowers are lined up in the millinery field this season. Hollyhocks, pop pies, bleeding hearts, violets, and roses, of course, anil lilies, including those of the pond and calla family, are ajgiroved. Klbbon flowers art fashionable, also, some of the smart est hats showing clusters of very real looking asters, sunflowers, etc., mude of narrow ribbon in carefully selected colors. SMART SUGGESTIONS Sailor collars are smnrt. Suits have very narrow belts. Coats are very ample in the back. Afternoon dresses are not very long. The tablier blouse Is being made in wash materials. The frilled lingerie blouse Is gaining in popularity. Skirts for afternon wear promise to be more full. A revival of the real lace collar Is Strongly suggested. I RACE HOOKS AND PERIODICALS Our Boys and Girls A weekly newspaper for our youth, ! $1.00 per year; 50c for 6 months. 54 ! West 140th St., New York City. . The Negro in American History .By Prof. John W. Cromwell, $1.40 and i I worth more. 1430 Swann St., N. W., . Washington, D. C. The Negro Soldier By John E. Bruce “Grit”. The glor ious record of America’s black heroes, 25 cents (no stamps.) 2709 Madison Ave., New York City. The Crusader Magazine The Greatest Negro Magazine of America. $1.00 per year and cheap .t that. 2299 Seventh Ave., New York City. A monthly Review of Africa and ( the Orient, $1.50 per year. Monitor j office or 158 Fleet street, London, E. i C. 4, England. 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T-, . , r T .■* NOTICE BY PUBLICATION ON PETI TION FOR SETTLEMENT OF FINAL ADMINISTRATION ACCOUNT. In the matter of the estate of Abraham W. Parker, deceased: All persons Interested In said matter are hereby notified that on the 26th day of June. 1919, Leona A. Johnson filed a petition In said County Court, praying that her final administration account filed herein he settled and allowed, and f that she be discharged from her trust as 9 administratrix and that a hearing will he had on said petition Iwfore said Court on the 16th day of July, 1919, and that if you fail to appear before said Court on the said 16th day of July, 1919, at 9 o’clock a. in., and contest said petition, the Court may grant the prayer of said I>etition and make such other and further orders, allowances and decrees, as to this court may seem proper, to the end that all matters pertaining to said es tate may be finally settled and deter mined. BRYCE CRAWFORD, 7-3-2t-7-10 County Judge. PROBATE NOTICE In the Matter of the Estate of Clara D. Jones, Deceased. Notice Is hereby given: That the cred itors of said deceased will meet the exe cutrix of said estate, before me, County Judge of Douglas County, Nebraska, at the County Court Room, in said County, on the 29th day of August, 1919, and on the 29th day of October. 1919, at 9 o’clock a. m., each day for the purpose of pre senting their claims for examination, ad justment and allowance. Three months are allowed for the creditors to present their claims, from the 24th day of July, 1919. BRYCE CRAWFORD, 6-26-4t-7-17 County Judge. •|* We Sell Kashmir Goods X ! STARK’S PHARMACY | x ■j. 30th and Pinkney Street* £ Phone Webster 4225. f x~x*<~x“x~x~x~x~x***x~x“x~x* •X"X~X"X-X^~X"X"X“X"X"X”X-:; :j: DANGF.KFIKLD A VICKERS | £ EXPERT SHOE REPAIR £ 4 814 North 24th St. V Y X Telephone Douglas 7147. X '.X"X~X"X">'X"X"X"X"X”XX~X“X. .X~X"X"X~X~X"X"X"X"X~X"X"X f EUREKA GARAGE J ;{• Cars stored and repaired. V. 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