Colorado Statesman

Subscribe for the Only Reliable Negro Paper in Colorado, "The Colorado Statesman" THE COLORADO STATESMAN THE JOURNAL OF THE WEST. LABOR SHALL BE FREE RACE COUNTRY PARTY RACE PREJUDICE AND THE WAR The New York World Predicts a Revolution in the Customs of American Race Prejudice Will Be Brought About by the Present War. VOL. XXIV. RACE PREJUDICE The New York World in the Customs of Amer- Will Be Brought Present THE WAR is going to revolutionize American life on an undreamed of scale. Old habits of thought, economic prepossessions, inherited prejudices are being swept away. We cannot now gauge the transformation which is coming. Its processes are silent. But some day we shall wake up and find an amazing readjustment accomplished. The war will work many miracles. Will one of them be an amelioration of the violence of American race and color prejudice? That is one of the hardest things in the world to combat, because it is beyond the pale of reason. Will the war force us to reason about it? If so, it will have performed the miracle of miracles. It is our claim that we are fighting this war to make the world safe for democracy. Democracy implies equality of privilege and equal obligation of service. If we fight for this for the world in general we ought to be prepared to practice it among ourselves. At present we mingle democracy with discriminations. All the elements of our citizenship do not stand on the same level. But there is no way of evading the fact that under a modern military regime—one of universal service—all elements of our citizenship must stand on the same level. No distinction can be drawn in applying the military code between white soldiers and black soldiers, between white officers and black officers. They are all fighting for the same cause and deserve the same credit for doing so. Yet only the other day a Negro officer, revisiting his home in Vicksburg, Miss., was counseled by friends to put on civilian clothes, for fear that he might be mobbed if he appeared on the streets in a United States army uniform. Also, in a Kentucky camp recently, two white non-commissioned officers refused to salute a Negro commissioned officer. They stood on their sense of caste, fortified by the precedents of civilian life. They were wrong, and the military authorities could not do anything but decide that they were wrong, since the salute is always to the uniform and not to the individual who wears it. Here is the sort of test which our race and color prejudice will have to meet as the war progresses. We must have Negro privates and Negro officers. They are Americans, and when they go abroad they will receive the respect due to American soldiers. How can we excuse ourselves for withholding from them here at home the respect which is their right? In peace we have dodged this question. Now we can no longer dodge it. If the war lasts two or three years longer and we call hundreds of thousands of Negroes into the ranks and commission some thousands of Negro officers, these men and officers will enjoy under the flag an equality of status which they have never enjoyed before in many parts of the United States. Can we deprive them of that status when they are honorably mustered out? That is the problem which those of us who are most imbued with race prejudice might as well begin to face honestly. The government is telling all Americans that they have an equal stake in the war. All are invited to put their energies and resources into a common pool. But if the enterprise is common and the burdens are common, the glory must also be common. Nationality, patriotism, unity—these may be found to be the exorcisers of race and color prejudice, itself only a relic of that past with which we are now breaking at so many points with an ease which only a few years ago would have seemed incredible.—Editorial in New York World. OLDEST MAN IN U. S. SUCCUMBS AFTER SHORT ILLNESS. Was 116 Years Old, and Lived in Brooklyn Over Half a Century. Brooklyn, N. Y., Nov. 23.—John W. Johnson, an ex-slave, said by his friends to have been the oldest man in the United States, was buried on Wednesday, Nov. 14, in St. John's cemetery. It is claimed he was 116 years old when he died on Monday, Nov. 12, in Kings county hospital of pneumonia. He was known as "Prophet John," because of his predictions, which were frequently borne out. Johnson predicted the election of Judge Hyland for mayor of New York City, and the day after caught a severe cold and was taken to the hospital. He rapidly developed pneumonia. He lived for fifty years on Atlantic avenue, near Schnectady avenue, and is survived by one daughter, Carrie, 45, a resident of St. Dominic's home, Montrose and Myrtle avenues. He lived in Brooklyn fifty-six years. Little Known of His Early Life. His daughter, when interviewed, claimed to know little of his early life, or former associates. He was born in slavery in South Carolina and was foreman of a plantation gang. His favorite reminiscences concerned two attempts to escape, both of which failed. DENVER, COLORADO, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 1917 State Hist. & Nat Hist Soc. State House able Negro Pa ADO E JOURNAL DENVER, COLORADO, SA Recent Predictions. Johnson prophesied the election of President Wilson and declared shortly before his death that the war would still be in progress four years hence. He predicted New York would have a Socialist governor, and that all the allies except the United States would have dropped out of the fight against Germany. His greatest ambition was to live to be 125 years old; he wanted to see his race put on an equality basis with the Caucasian race. He said the Civil war was fought for the preservation of the nation, and the Negro came out a free man. And was sure the result of the present conflict would wipe out prejudice. IDAHO SPRINGS NEWS A benefit performance for the Red Cross was given at the Opera house in Idaho Springs, Colo., on Thursday night and drew forth an immense crowd. The entertainment consisted of an exceptionally good moving picture and a well rendered concert by some of the members of the squad of colored soldiers that are on guard duty here. Leroy Wims favored the audience with a number of solos, which were heartily applauded, while the quartet, which was composed of James Eckols, Thos. Eckols, Leroy Wims and Dan Strothers, won round after round of applause with their catchy and pleasing selections. The members of the Idaho Springs Red Cross organization are very grateful to the soldier boys for their kindly assistance and feel that it was largely through their help that they met with so much success. The money will be used to purchase materials for the garments that are made in the Red Cross rooms. EATON, COLO., NOTES. Bethel Baptist Mission had a glorious Thanksgiving service Sunday. Rev. Dr. E. O. Smith, pastor of the Second Baptist Church, Cheyenne, Wyo.; Mrs. C. Dickerson and Mrs. Anna Wilson all came down with Pastor Rev. J. T. Muse and wife Sunday morning. Dr. Smith preached a short sermon at the morning service, which was enjoyed by all. The committee, Mrs. Wm. Dabney, Mrs. Joe Marshbanks and Mrs. Walter Dabney, prepared dinner at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Marshbanks for the visitors of Cheyenne. Including Rev. Muse and wife, they say that they had some dinner for true. What? Indeed they did. At 3 p. m. there was an excellent Sunday school program carried out by the Sunday school children, conducted by Supt. Mrs. Wm. Dabney. Mrs. Trigon furnished music at the organ for the occasion. Mrs. J. T. Muse made a strong impressive talk in the way of encouraging the school and on Sunday school work. At 4 p. m. Dr. C. O. Smith preached a wonderful sermon. He was at his best, and the hearts of men and women were stirred up. The church was full of both colored and white, and people stood on the outside of the windows to hear the great sermon delivered by Dr. Smith. The Second Baptist Church of Cheyenne, Wyo., made the Bethel Baptist Mission a present of a handsome little pulpit stand, which was greatly appreciated by both pastor and congregation. A vote of thanks was extended to the pastor and Second Baptist Church for their much-needed present. Mrs. M. C. Johnson has returned, after spending about four weeks in Cheyenne, Wyo. Miss Edith Penn is spending a few weeks in Denver on account of her poor health. Miss L. Johnson and Mr. S. H. Threadcraft, were married in Greeley, Colo., about ten days ago. Mrs. Fred Jones, Mrs. Sarah Harper and others spent Thanksgiving in Cheyenne. Rev. Muse and wife make their trip every second and fourth Sunday in each month. They are doing a great spiritual work here. Bro. Muse is an excellent speaker, and has great patience with the people. MADAM S. J. WALKER COMPLETES $250,000 MANSION AT IRV- INGTON, NEW YORK. MADAM SARAH J. WALKER, accredited the world's wealthiest Negress, and formerly a resident of Denver, Colorado, has just completed a home on the banks of the Hudson, at Irvington, costing her $250,000, exclusive of furniture and fixtures. She is now moving from her New York City home which cost $50,000, having given same to her daughter as a present, to her mansion. This palace completed after eight months of work by a large gang of men, contains many wonders that vie with the residences of many of the nation's financiers, and is the finest building of its kind in the neighborhood. The beautiful edifice is a three-story structure and basement with roof of red tile in the Italian Renaissance style of architecture, being 113 feet long and sixty feet wide and standing in the center of a four and one-half acre plot. It is fireproof and has thirty-four rooms. In the basement are gymnasiums, baths, kitchen and pantry, servants' dining room, power room for an organ and storage vaults for valuables. The main entrance on the north side leads to a marble room, whence a marble stairway leads to the floor above. On the first floor are the library and conservatory. A living room twenty-one by thirty-two feet, furnished in Italian style, a Louis XV dining room with a hand-painted ceiling. Adjoining two drawings rooms is an $8,000 organ which may be played automatically or by hand. The second floor contains bedrooms, bathrooms, showers, dressing rooms, sleeping porches and rest rooms. On the third floor are servants' quarters to accommodate eight servants. Plans for furnishing the house add many thousands of dollars to the quarter of a million expended in building this mansion. From humble circumstances and poor surroundings, with a mental depth that time has proven what this wonderful woman possesses, another lesson is given to the world that Nature's claim to the climbing of Ambition's ladder knows no racial discrimination; and THE COLORADO STATESMAN, out of the fullness of its admiration for such a member of our race offers its congratulations over such an achievement, and its best wishes for long life and happiness with greater business success for Madam Walker. RACE NEWS Gathered From Various Sources --- NATHAN A. STRAUSS, noted philanthropist, made famous for milk for the babies in this city, will entertain 50 Negro soldiers at a Thanksgiving dinner at his home. Mr. Strauss has in no small measure given his philanthropic aid on several occasions to the Negro population of this country. He is a firm believer in merit. Fostoria, Ohio, Nov. 23. — The mayor of this city ordered the obnoxious sign in the Annex restaurant, which read, "Colored trade not wanted," to be removed at once, which greatly surprised the owners. The case was taken to court by Ed Blaine, with the backing of other men interested in the Race, and again the sign was ordered down and the owner was fined $100 and costs. Atlanta, Ga.—Atlanta University has had a remarkable opening. The enrollment so far is 551, excluding the Oglethorhe Practice School. This represents a greater enrollment that was had all of last year. Despite the draft made by the war upon the student body the enrollment and the student activities have constantly gained ground. The University is represented by 21 officers, of which two are captains thirteen are first lieutenants, and eight are second lieutenants, besides Y. M. C. A. workers and two or three in private ranks. Boston, Nov. 20.—Governor McCall, in a letter to Governor Cornwell, of West Virginia, made public toay, explained that he had declined a requisition for the return of John Johnson, colored, charged with an attack on a white girl at Charleston, because of the "grave danger" that the defendant might be sentenced to death for a crime of which he may not have been guilty. Nelson P. Brown, Assistant Attorney General, who was directed by Governor McCall to conduct a public hearing, reported that exaggerated accounts of the crime had been circulated in Charleston and because of their nature and Johnson's color their existed a peejudice "which would be difficult if not impossible, of control by the most upright judge." Later the evidence being found insufficient the prisoner was released. Camp McClellan, Ala., Nov. 19. Thirty colored soldiers, members of the First Separate Company of Maryland are prisoners in the guard house at the NO 15 remount depot, charged with refusing to work before breakfast. The remount depot is about three miles from the other part of the division camp, half way between the camp and Anniston. About 70 of the First Separate Co., were sent from the horse section of the ammunition train to serve at this point. Their duties were to look after the horses in the corral and do general stable work. More than ten thousand horses and mules are kept there. The famous Richmond Blues of Virginia, the only cavalry outfit retaining its identity under the reorganization is camped there, and the Maryland colored men have clashed with these troopers frequently and the strike is the result. The thirty men seem unconcerned about the outcome of the trouble. Mr. Samuel Constantine Burke, Jr., a Resident Magistrate in Kingston, Jamaica, British West Indies, is a lieutenant in the English army and is now serving in Flanders.-The Crisis. The Congress of the Church of England held at Southampton, discussed the Negro problem, Sir Sidney Olivier, Governor of Jamaica from 1907-1912, said that no solution of the color question was possible except by a resolute disclaimer of the color line and the race differentiation theory.—The Crisis. Mr. Bryant Peebles, an ex-slave, seventy-seven years old, living in Barlow Bend, Ala., owns four thousand acres of land which he recently refused to sell for $100,000, even though he is illiterate. He has eighty head of horses and mules, one hundred head of cattle, and a gin and grist mill.—The Crisis. TEST OF DEMOCRACY "We are all of the same clay and spirit, and we can get together if we desire to get together. Therefore, my counsel to you is this: Let us show ourselves Americans by showing that we do not want to go off in separate camps or groups by ourselves, but that we want to cooperate with all other classes and all other groups in a common enterprise, which is to release the spirit of the world from bondage. I would be willing to set that up as the final test of an American. That is the meaning of democracy."—President Wilson in his Buffalo speech, Novomber 12, 1917. | °| Mi | [ E ° 5 ° 3| When your feet look right and the smile is broader and deeper when of You Have Saved $2 to $4 , ° On Your Pair of Shoes, Especially These War Times V WE HAVE BOUGHT AND cx.) GOT IN OUR HOUSE N a $12,395 WORTH OF THIS H \\ A SEASON'S COUNTER- i] \ oN MAND WOMEN’S SHOES i H oa AT 60c ON THE DOLLAR. Bought from one of the best we shoemakers in the United 1 ~~ States, and we are going to give y ~~. our customer the FULL BENE- FIT of this BIG BUY. =. ee a OUR PRICES WILL BE $2.85, $3.00, $3.45, $3.85, $4.00, $4.45, 4 $4.85, $5.00 AND $5.45 \) ‘a This is for shoes that would cost you double the above prices, and i 4 consist of all the new novelties in brown, gray, black and field mouse. et 2 HENNING’S shéeston SHOE STORE YOU SAVE A DOLLAR | 820 AND 822 19TH ST. _ DENVER, COLORADO ALLIES WARN OF SEPARATE PEACE ——THE——= COLORADO STATESMAN SERIOUS RESULTS SURE TO FOL. LOW SUCH MOVE, DECLARES LORD ROBERT CECIL. RUSSIAN PEACE OFFER TAKEN _ UP IN REICHSTAG.—MANY DEAD AT FONTAINE. | = oa ) ‘ | ° ' The Mouth-Piece | of the People of | , Colorado and the | : : , Entire West _ ! , : , —= ? R | R | R | A RELIABLE chronicle of their doings and — progress; a faithful mirror — of their wants, their hopes, — s their best aspirations. 3 ; THE 2 - COLORADO R ; STATESMAN 2 EES > Unequaled as an advertising medium for the business of professional men and women. An excellent family journal speaking to and for many thousand colored citizens. , TWO DOLLARS AYEAR ‘Weatern Newspaper Union News Bervios, Paris, Nov. 29—It_ has been pro- posed that the allied governments send a collective declaration to the people of Russia pointing out the per- fis with which the Maximalist gov- ‘ernment threatens the country and showing that surrender of power to Lenine and Trotzky means surrender to Germany. London.—“It is under consideration to issue, in conjunction with our al lies, a reasoned statement for the guidance and warning of the Russians as to the serious results that are like- ly to follow if a separate peace Is con- cluded,” said Lord Robert Ceeil, the minister of blockade, in the House of Commons. Lord Robert Cecil in his weekly talk said the armistice proclamation by Nikolai Lenine, if it represented the real opinion of the Russian people, which he did not believe it did, would be a direct preach of treaty obliga: tions and of Russia’s alliance, “Such an action,” Lord Robert added, “it ap- proved and ratified by the Russian na- tion, would put them virtally uoutside the pale of civilized Europe.” Amsterdam,—Count Czernin, the Austro‘Hungarian foreign minister, in a discussion with the delegates of the upper house, said, according to a Vienna dispatch, that Austria was ready to enter into negotiations with Russia for an honorable and accept able peace. Paris.—The inter-allied war council met in Paris Thursday with fifteen na. tions represented. The chief purpose of the conference will be to re-declare the war purposes and decide on a course to insure unity of action. Berlin.—Count George F. yon Hlert- ling, the imperial German chancellor, told the Reichstag that he was ready to enter into peace negotiations as soon as the Russian government sends representatives having full powers to Berlin. “I hope and wish,” he said, “that these efforts will soon take definite shape and bring us peace.” Respecting Poland, Lithuania and Courland, Count yon Hertling said: “We respect the right of self-deter- mination of their peoples. We expect they will give themselves a constitu- tional form of government correspond- ing to their conditions.” London.—Fontaine, near Cambral, has been turned into “No Man's Land’ and the British and Germans are in a deadly struggle there, The streets of the beautiful litle town are covered with both British and German dead and wounded. Cleveland's Daughter Weds, New York—Miss Marion Cleveland, daughter of former President Cleve- land, was married at Princeton, N. J.. to William Stanley Dell of Morris- town, N. J., a graduate of Princeton in the class of 1916, BRITISH OPEN GUNS ON CAMBRAI | Italians Mass Reserves for Offensive ‘on Plave Fiont. British Army Headquarters — in France, Noy. 30.—American troops have played an important part in Gen. Byng's drive before Cambrai, It 1s now possible to tell the people of the United States for the first time that American army engineers haye had a large hand in the marvelous work which has been accomplished in the way of pushing the vital railways up to the front. The Italians have taken the offen- sive along the Piave line and seem- ingly are feeling the ranks of the en- emy to find a weak spot. Although the attacks Thursday did not amount to much, they showed greatly im- proved condition in the Italian ranks. Many reserves and big guns have been brought up for the attack, ‘The British are shelling Cambrai, the city in the heart of the great coal district. ‘The town also is a railroad center with lines vital to the welfare of the Germans, and should it be cap- tured it would be one of the most im- portant of the recent successes, Roldlare Hava Mine Thankedteta. Camp Funston, Kan.—Mess tables at Camp Funston were filled tor the Thanksgiving feast, when 2,000 tur- keys swere carried, steaming hot, from nearly every oven in the camp to more than 26,000 men who had to spend the day in camp. Ranged beside the turkey were all the accessories that completes Thanksgiving dinner. Californian Dies of Wound. Ottawa, Ont., Joseph La Lande, San Francisco, was listed as “died of wounds” in the casualty list. Dog Days. Dog days is the name applied to the hottest season of the year at the time of the hellacal rising of Sirius, the dog star; that is, the time when it rose just before the sun. ‘They usu- ally Insted for about 40 days. We still retain the expression of dog days as applied to the hottest season of the year, but owing to the procession of the equinoxes it 1s no longer the time of the heliacal rising of the dog star. The time of dog days dates from the time when Sirius rises at the sume time as the sun, Because of the pro- cession of the equinoxes, this time comes earlier every year by 20 min- utes, 20 seconds. The almanac mak- ers of today in this, as in many other cases, cater to the old-time superstl- tions of the ignorant, and mark the dog days. Some of them reckon the dog days from July 24 to August 24, the time of greatest heat in summer in the United States; others date them from July 3 to August 11. Children’s Resistance. Children’s recuperative powers, gen- erally speaking, are superior to those of older people. Proper rest and care will often ward off serious illness, but this requires care and insight on the part of the parents, as the children themselves are not apt to call atten- tion to their condition until they be- come seriously 1. An Evergreen Shrub. One always associates heather with Scotland, and it is one of the chief glories of that land of colors; but heather, or ling, is an evergreen shrub which grows all over northern Europe, certain species even being found in Africa, where it reaches the height of large bushes, To Save the Eyes. To avoid straining the eyes 1 per- son of normal vision should hold the book to be read 15 or 18 Inches from the face and on a direct ne with the eyes. Never hold a book low while reading. The strain on the eyes Is much greater when the book 1s held in the lap. Tf you make a prac- tice of reading while lying down you should be careful to hold your book at the proper angle. ‘The Sandwich Man. ‘The name “sandwich man, a5 oy plied to the men who parade the streets between two boards, on which hre advertisements, was first given to them by Dickens. Although it would appear that the custom originated in the nineteenth century, the profession was without a name until Dickens conceived the humorous title, which he first employed in his “Sketches by Boz.” New Box Carrier. A new book carrier made of flexible ‘naterial has pockets in its inner sides into which the covers sf a book may be inserted and extension handles. Where Maidens Do Wooing. ‘The maiden of Burma lights a “love- lamp” in her window when the desired one passes at night, and if he be will- ing, he speedily conveys the glad in- formation to her. When the Sumatra girl has reached twenty-five—and her life up t then has been. passed in strict seclusion—and no one has come to ask for her hand, she attends to ‘the matter in her own way, dresses in ‘red, and goes out twice a day, until ey to find a husband. j a Ning weak eume ana To make a vise in the woods, cut a good-sized hardwood sapling, leaving A square-topped stump of convenient height. Split the stump through the middle as far as necessary. ‘Trim the upper part, if needed for the purpose. Then, about 18 inches from the top, lash the stump firmly with a rope and twist It tight with a stick, like a tour- niquet. Open the split with wedges, insert the article to be held, knock out the wedges, and—there you are—All Outdoors. ini C The Perini Bros. Co. 1025 SIXTEENTH STREET The Beginning of the Cold Season Specials at the Store of Smart Things for Women The Kind of Underwear That Denver Women Want Keyser, Richelieu and Perini special union suits and separate gar- ments in cotton, part wool, wool and silk and all silka, full range of all styles and beautifully made—the assortment is now at its best—specially priced from $1 to $6. Gloves Shoes New importations of French kid You ean not only. save money r : put sectire perfect service in gloves in smart new modes in the fitting of the new fall boots black, white and suit maching every model for women and colors—all perfectly fitted. children. 4 ASHARE THE MASCOT OIL & REFINING GO. Here is an invifation to the publie to participate in an undertaking which we be- lieve promises rich rewards. 320 neren in the Bis Mud- ay” feld, Wyoming, “within Shout 8-miles of Casper, and Who hax not heard of the Big Muddy. fields and the fabulous fortunes made there by thoxe who had. the Courage. to Invent. fn com= panies drilling there for oll? You cannot buy. the stock for 1 cent_after the oll has heen. struck. SO acrex in Neosho Coun- ty, Kannan; a county. cele= brated for its many produc- fag wells. ‘SO nerex in the Coal Creek Oi fleldx, Wyoming. 320 nerex In the Pine Creek Dome ‘district, Wyoming. 320 acres in the Dusk OI Fields, Wyoming. 320 nerew In the Castle Creek dixtrlet, Wyoming. 320 acres in the Porcupine dintrict, Montana, SEVEN BIG PROPERTIES WITH 100 BRIGHT PROS. PECTS, where one good well of 200 barrels, under reasonable conditions, could pay dividends on our entire capitalization. We cannot promise anything definitely, that’s true—but we are sincere in believing that those who invest now at 1 cent a share will have .cause for great rejoicing, We will be pleased to answer any inquiries by mail, or to en- tertain those who call in per- son. We have data that would fill pages to do the subject jus- tice. $100 Duyn. .....--.-10,000 shares $75 buyn.......... 7,500 shares $50 buye.......... 5,000 shares $35 buyn..ss..... 3,500 shares $25 buys.......... 2500 shares $10 buys.......... 1,000 shares H. A. TRIGGS, OFFICIAL BROKER 214 Colorado Bldg. 16th and California Sts. Representative Salesmen Want- ed in every community. Write for particulars. Tallow and Ink. If Ink is spilt on the tablecloth im- mediately melt a candle, taking some of the tallow, spread it over the inlk pateh and leave it to dry. Afterward wash the tablecloth and all traces of ink will disanrear. THE OLIVER NEWMAN President. R. E. NICE, Secretary. L. C, GREENLEE, Treasurer. Company has just acquired one-half interest in lease in Sec- tion 2, Township 24 N., Range 16 East, in the famous Chelsea- Nowata Field in Rogers County, Oklahoma. This property ad- joins producing wells and will be drilled and developed as soon as a rig can be put on the ground, We expect to get oil in the very near future, and as soon as we produce our stock will ad- vance to a high figure. 2 Cents a Share Also very valuable holdings in Natrona County, Wyoming, near Write, phone or call Davis & Company 313 Boston Building, Phone Champa 5452, DENVER. A Useful Screen. A useful contrivance for holding newspupers, books or sewing is made by sewing pockets of a suitable size to a plain two or three section screen about three feet high—procurable at any furniture or department store for a mere nothing. When not in use this screen can be folded together and stowed away in a very small space; but, if prettily covered in chintz, tt can be appropriately used in almost any room of the house. Gnats of Many Varieties. The gnat is only one of the many species of mosquito known to dipter- ists. Altogether there are no fewer than 35 as described as natives of Eu- rope, while as many as 100 different varieties are seattered over the rest of the world. Of this large number some are known by the Spanish name of mosquito—that is, “little fy’— while others are content with the title of “gnat”; but from a scientific point of view there is no difference between the insect known under these different popular names. eect ie A small funnel inserted in a fern ball facilitates 2 continuous supply of water and does away with the ne- cessity of taking the ball down for submersion, It is easy to find out how much water will be absorbed with- out dripping, and there is never a Inck of the necessary water to make the ball come to a fine mature growth. NEWS TO DATE IN PARAGRAPHS CAUGHT FROM THE NETWORK OF WIRES ROUND ABOUT THE WORLD. DURING THE PAST WEEK RECORD OF IMPORTANT EVENTS CONDENSED FOR BUSY PEOPLE. Western Newspaper Union News Service. ABOUT THE WAR Ambassador Jessurand reported that six German submarines had been sunk in four days. President Wilson and his Cabinet decided to take no steps at this time toward a declaration of war on Austria-Hungary. The reports from the Italian line on the northern front were favorable. The heavy fighting is continuing with the Italians holding in the main. Two American soldiers were killed and five were severely wounded in an artillery combat with Germans on Nov. 20, Gen. Pershing reported. The Austrian and German frontiers have been closed. Both the French and Italian frontiers already had been closed for an indefinite period. The British have taken Bittir station and Ain Karim, the latter three and a half miles from Jerusalem. Strong Turk forces are guarding the highways into the city. The British drive on Cambrai will be followed up relentlessly by similar offensives along the western front, in the opinion of officers familiar with what is in prospect in France. British troops have repulsed another German counter attack in the northeast corner of Bourlon wood, east of Cambrai, according to an official report from Field Marshal Haig. The American steamship Actaeon was torpedoed Sunday, a dispatch from Corunna, Spain, reports. Twenty-one survivors have arrived at Port Camarinas. Three boats with the remainder of the crew are missing. The brilliant record of the French aviators, including the members of the Lafayette escadrille for the ten months ending in October, shows that they destroyed 120 German airplanes over the French lines and 397 over the German lines whose destruction has been fully confirmed. The peril to the Italian forces seems to be disappearing. French and British troops have taken their places on the new Plave front, and the Italians have frustrated repeated attempts of the enemy to advance. The Alpini battalion wiped out their adversaries in an encounter near Tasson. The Austro-German forces keep hammering at the line between the Plave and Brenta rivers, and every time they are thrown back by the reinforced Romans. WESTERN By a margin of 248 votes San Diego, Calif., voted down a proposed "bone-dry" prohibition initiative ordinance. A class of twelve candidates received the thirty-third degree in Masonry at the Scottish Rite temple in Omaha at the close of the Masonic reunion which has been in progress for a week. Mrs. Richard A. McGauran, who gave six of her nine sons for military service, lost one of the remaining three in an automobile accident in Chicago. Her husband was perhaps fatally injured. The government has been asked to issue a 6-cent piece for use after the expected general raise of street car fares from 5 to 6 cents, according to statements made to the State Railroad Commission by street car officials at San Francisco. The Toledo, Ohio, police announced the capture of the bandits who held up a brewery company bookkeeper and got away with $37,000. The police also announced the recovery of all the stolen money. In addition to the six men a 20-year-old girl, Wanda Urbatis, is under arrest. She was employed as telephone girl in the brewery office. Her brother is one of the alleged bandits under arrest. WASHINGTON Fuel Administrator Garfield approved a wage agreement between operators and miners of the Illinois bituminous fleets. A super-war council for the United States was formed to unify and co-ordinate the government branches in the prosecution of the war. Twenty-two Woman's party militants, hunger striking in the District of Columbia jail at Washington, were released long before the expiration of their terms. Manufacture of salvarsan under German patents, recently seized, will be immediately resumed in the United States under government supervision and at greatly reduced fixed prices, the Federal Trade Commission announces. Decorations of any officers or men of the American navy by foreign governments for war services will be opposed by Secretary Daniels. He declared that if asked for an opinion he would advise strict adherence to the provision of the constitution which prohibits it. FOREIGN News was received at Paris confirming reports that the freight steamer Maine had been sunk eight miles from Dieppe. Sir Leander Starr Jameson, leader of the Jameson raid on the Transvaal in 1895, shortly before the Boer war, died in London. Germany has again attempted to detach Japan from the allies and again been refused, according to word reaching Amsterdam. All goods for Russia have been stopped at Haparanda, Sweden, opposite Tornea, Finland, and are being returned to Narvik. Suffering from cold, exhaustion and hunger, three American naval airmen were picked up by a French patrol boat after having been lost at sea for nearly sixty hours. The crest of the tide of inflowing Liberty Loan dollars was reached when the net balance in the United States treasury reached the new high record of $1,921,000,000. Death of ten soldiers at Camp Beauregard, near Alexandria, Va., during twenty-four hours, was announced, making twenty-two deaths in three days. Most of the deaths were due to pneumonia and measles. The jury which is to determine whether Gaston B. Means shot and killed Mrs. Maude A. King, wealthy Chicago widow, at Blackwelder Springs near Concord, N. H., on August 29, was completed in Cabarrus County Court. Troop movement figures to date indicate that the railroads of this country have safely transported approximately 1,500,000 soldiers to training camps and embarkation points since August 1, according to Fairfax Harrison, chairman of the railroads' war board. Miss Margaret M. Fotheringham, three times arrested for picketing at the White House, Washington, is no longer a domestic science teacher under Buffalo's school department. By unanimous vote the board of education dismissed the teacher for being absent from her school duties without leave. President Wilson decreed that beer brewed henceforth in the United States shall be less intoxicating. He approved a recommendation by Food Administrat.r Hoover reducing the alcoholic content of beer to three percent and also reducing the amount of grain used in brewing to approximately seventy per cent of the volume now consumed. SPORTING NEWS A Thanksgiving Day shoot was held by the Denver Trap Club. Benny McNeill, the crack Oklahoma bantamweight, will appear in a Denver ring within the next month. Kid Koster of New Orleans knocked out Johnny Eggers of New York at the opening of the fourteenth round of a scheduled twenty-round fight at New Orleans, La. Mrs. John P. Poe, mother of the Poe brothers, who helped to build Princeton's football prestige, has received a letter from Lieut. Neilson Poe, her son, in which he writes that the first British officer he met on his arrival abroad was the man who commanded the company of the Black Watch in which John P. Poe, the Princeton football star, served when killed two years ago in France. GENERAL Orders were issued to kill enemy aliens caught in barred zones. Fuel Administrator Garfield has taken action to relieve coal situation. George Ray Wicker, professor of economics in Dartmouth College, died at his home in Hanover, N. H. The revolutionists have been defeated in battle at Babahoyo, the capital of the province of Los Rios. President Carranza has issued a decree increasing the taxes and import duties on all wines and alcoholic liquors, to take effect January 1. Refugees from Palestine report that the Turks, in co-operation with the Germans, are committing the most fearful atrocities on the Jewish colonies in Palestine. December cotton crossed the 30 cent mark on the floor of the New York Cotton exchange Nov. 26, and later sold for 30.20 cents, the highest price ever recorded on the exchange. A conference of Russian political leaders assembled at army headquarters for the purpose of forming a government representing all parties, according to a Petrograd dispatch to the London Times. Col. Edward M. House, Gen. Tasker H. Bliss, Admiral Benson and the other members of the American mission in Paris visited the Pichus cemetery and placed a floral wreath on the tomb of Lafayette. At Honolulu, Hawaii, moving picture houses and cigar stores have adopted the plan of giving back postage stamps in place of pennies to customers since the new war revenue law went into effect. The copper cent has never been used much in Hawaii. Secretary McAdoo authorized another credit to Belgium of $7,500,000, making the total credits to Belgium $65,900,000 and the total to all the allies $3,833,900,000. The Russian revolutionists have made a "ghastly failure" of their attempt at administration, according to the Petrograd correspondent of the London Morning Post. A bill has been submitted to the German Reichstag authorizing the chancellor to dispose of a credit of 15,000,000,000 marks for extraordinary expenses, says a Berlin dispatch. COLORADO STATE NEWS Western Newspaper Union News Service. COMING EVENTS. Jan. 19-26—Live stock show at Denver. Thirty-five German citizens registered in Pueblo. Denver police arrested 154 in annual cleanup of poolrooms. Montrose now has an up-to-date creamery, with modern appliances of all kinds. Numerous inquiries regarding Colorado lands have been received by immigration board. New school building at Sopris is nearly completed and is to be ready for use by the January term. Mrs. Sarah Eaves Savage, Denver society matron, is preparing a suit for divorce from John A. Savage. There has been a remarkable number of fatalities this year in the ranks of old-time settlers of southern Colorado. The suit brought to try to oust Victor Alderson from the presidency of the School of Mines was dismissed at Golden. Large number of cases of chickenpox in towns on the west slope. Nineteen cases were found in the Carbon-dale school. Colorado has been complimented by Washington official on the physical fitness of the men sent to Camp Funston in the first selective draft. The city and county of Denver had $2,295,136.59 in cash in the banks at the end of October, according to figures of F. D. Stackhouse, city auditor. The navy is in need of more firemen, and an appeal for more Colorado enlistments was issued by officers in charge of the Denver recruiting office. Approximately 135 Denver and other Colorado men were given commissions in the army upon the close of the second reserve officers' training camp at Fort Sheridan, Ill. The Knights of Pythias of Colorado held a reception in Denver in honor of the official visit to Colorado of John J. Brown of Vandalia, Ill., supreme chancellor of the order. December 15 has been fixed by the provost marshal general as the day when exemption boards must send to all registered men the questionairres provided in the revised draft regulations. F. D. Stackhouse, city auditor of Denver, reported to Clair J. Pitcher, manager of finance, that the total shortage of John H. Murray, former cashier in the treasurer's office in city hall, was $3,782.35. Denver coal retailers are preparing cost sheets to back up a petition for permission to increase the retail price of coal to $8.25 and possibly $8.50, which is to be presented to W. J. Galligan, state coal administrator. With the packages for the Sammies in France well on their way, the Denver chapter of the Red Cross and the other chapters of the mountain division are turning their attention to the Christmas boxes for the boys in the army camps and cantonments. Federal food administrators are cautioned to "remain outside" of political or personal or economic prejudices in discharging the duties of their offices, according to a wire from Herbert C. Hoover, federal food commissioner. The board of directors of the Golden Cycle Mining and Milling Company, in session at Colorado Springs, declared the regular 3c-a-share dividend. The directors of the Cresson declared the regular 10c dividend, but took no action on the expected special Christmas dividend. Thomas B. Stearns, state food commissioner, notified two commission firms handling foodstuffs out of Denver that if five cars of potatoes consigned to them and held in Denver railroad yards were not unloaded in one day their licenses would be revoked and they would not be permitted to continue in business. Senator Barney Napier of Glenwood Springs visited the office of the federal food administrator as a representative of the farmers of Garfield county, and made an appeal to Administrator Stearns that some means be devised to relieve the hog raisers of his district, who, it is alleged, are compelled to feed $3-a-bushel wheat to their stock. Out of the 193 Colorado men who left Denver late in August to enter the second officers' reserve training camp at Fort Sheridan, Ill., four newly-commissioned majors, four captains, fifty-four first lieutenants and fifty-six second lieutenants, about equally divided between infantry and artillery branches, according to reports received in Denver, will return on furloughs in a special train. The State Public Utilities Commission, in an announcement, warns fruit and vegetable growers of the state who are refusing to load cars to capacity when the cars are furnished them, that such practice will result in their not getting any cars whatever to load. Colorado stockmen, especially those in the eastern part of the state, are alarmed over conditions confronting them as a result of a recent embargo placed by the national food administration against shipment of cottonseed meal from Texas and Oklahoma. TO SAVE YOUNG CATTLE AND TO BUY MORE BREEDING AND BEEF CATTLE. Two Urgent Appeals Sent Out to Colorado Stockmen by Council of Defense Western Newspaper Union News Service. Denver.—Two urgent appeals to Colorado cattle growers are being made by the Colorado Council of Defense. One is that they buy more breeding and beef cattle; the other, that they save their young cattle. The live stock survey board of the council has found that many live stock men, fearing that prices for cattle will decline next year, are selling their young stock and that others are selling because they wish to sell their hay at the present high prices. Careful investigation by the board has convinced it that both the prices for live stock and for live stock feeds of various kinds will be very good during 1918 and probably for several years afterwards, says A. E. de Ricqles, chairman of the board. The growers will make money by feeding their hay to their stock. The committee on markets of the council is urging all cattle growers who can to seize advantage of the opportunity now offered in Texas, New Mexico, Wyoming and Montana to obtain breeding and feeding stock. Drought, shortage of hay and of water, is forcing growers in the others states to sell at very reasonable prices. Colorado has a surplus of hay and can absorb much of this stock. Many growers are already buying, cars being assured them by the National Car Service Commission. W. H. Kerr, chairman of the committee, has complete details regarding herds for sale at the office of markets, Custom House building, Denver. Peabody's Body Laid to Rest. Cañon City.—The body of former Gov. James H. Peabody, who died at Denver, was laid to rest in Lakeside cemetery here. Immediately upon its arrival in Cañon City from Denver, the body of Gov. Peabody was conveyed to the Christ Episcopal church, where the services for the dead were read by the Rev. Don Frank Fenn, rector of the congregation. The funeral cortege was one of the longest ever seen in this part of the state. Masons had charge at the grave, 200 members of that order being in attednance from Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Cañon City and other towns. Alderson Holds Mines Presidency. Denver.—Victor C. Alderson won a decision in his fight to retain the office of president of the State School of Mines in the District Court at Golden. Judge Harry S. Class, while not passing on the questions as to Alderson's fitness for the office or whether he had been legally employed by the board of trustees, held that the president of the School of Mines is not a public office within the meaning of the statutes and that consequently his right to the place could not be tested by quo warranto proceedings. Commission 135 Coloradoans Officers. Denver.—One hundred and thirty-five Colorado men were awarded commissions in the army at the conclusion of the second officers' training camp at Fort Sheridan, Ill. The list is headed by Philip S. Van Cise and Robert B. Bosworth, both of Denver; Frank C. Merriall of Fruita and Wallace G. Shapcott of Colorado Springs, all of whom were given commissions as majors—Van Cise in the infantry and the other three in the artillery. Pinto Bean Prices Not Affected. Denver. — Notice was sent to all county chairmen of the State War Council that the price of $7\frac{3}{4} cents a pound for beans fixed by the army and navy for carload shipments from jobbers up to Nov. 15, does not apply to Colorado pinto beans. The government has not fixed the price of beans and does not intend to do so, the chairmen were informed. Grant Increase on Lignite Slack. Denver.—Colorado lignite operators were granted a 25-cent-a-ton increase at the mine on slack coal by the national fuel administration, increasing the price from $1.45 to $1.70. Aliens Being Registered. Pueblo.—Samuel J. Burris, United States marshal, came here to register alien enemies. Thirty-five were registered the first day of the 200 who are said to reside in the county. Dry Nation in War Is Asked. Pueblo. — The Pueblo ministers passed a resolution calling upon President Wilson to abolish the liquor traffic during the war. Despondent Woman Attempts Suicide. Pueblo.—Reports from St. Mary's hospital said that Miss Pearl Henderson, 31 years old, who came here from Salt Lake City in search of health, and who attempted to end her life in a rooming house, probably would recover. Coal Heaver Drowned. Breckenridge.—A scow near the French Gulch Company's dredger turned over and Harold Roberts, late of Leadville, was drowned. AND ENTERTAINERS GEO. MORRISON, MANAGER Music Furnished Phone Main 2707. Res. 2947 St THIS Giant Bach-Bach and T Lankford and McC STRICTLY FIRST Cleaning, Pressing, Dye JOIN OUR MONTHLY PR 506 Eighteenth Street THE PEARL B 1021 19th Electric Furnished for all Occasions 2707. Res. 2947 Stout St. DENW THINK Bach-Benz Clean and Tailors Lankford and McCain, Proprietors STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS WORK Cleaning, Pressing, Dyeing and Remodell OUR MONTHLY PRESSING CLUB— North Street Phone THE PEARL BARBER SHOP Music Furnished for all Occasions Phone Main 2707. Res. 2947 Stout St. DENVER, COLO. Lankford and McCain, Proprietors STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS WORK Cleaning, Pressing, Dyeing and Remodelling JOIN OUR MONTHLY PRESSING CLUB-$1.50 506 Eighteenth Street Phone Main 7376 1021 19th Street First-Class Tonsorial Artists in attendance. solicit your patronage. First-Class work gu Prop. ANK R. TAGGAL nces that he has remov ices to 621 and 622 g. We solicit your patronage. First-Class work guaranteed. FRANK R. 7 Announces that he law offices to 621 Building. FRANK R. TAGGART Announces that he has removed his law offices to 621 and 622 Cooper Building. Telephone Main 8036 When You The Heads, Feel Neckbones or any other part of the squeal, go to East's Mar 2300-6 Lari When You Wish Heads, Feet Tails, Sn bones or Chitlerings other part of the hog ex queal, go to It's Market Pho 2300-6 Larimer Street The Heads, Feet Tails, Snouts Neckbones or Chitlerings, or any other part of the hog except the squeal, go to The McElhinney T PHONE MAIN 5599 Night and Day 806 15th St., Two Doors From Store Free Delivery—Shipping Notice: Open evenings until NOT In order to get acquainted age friends, we are going to give away FF with this ad. a valuable premium Let this INFORMATION, for the b the owner of the NIGHT AND DAY I am printing this. I am the man Company seven years ago at 2003 couple of doors up to a larger st four years. Now I have been run CANTILE CO. for three years, an co-operation of your trade, which Now I am going to go after your fore by giving you the advantage meat and grocery buying. We bu middleman's profit. We can save order. SO GIVE US A TRIAL MEATS. t and Day Mercant , Two Doors From Stout St. Phones Ch Free Delivery—Shipping Orders a Speciall ee: Open evenings until 12 o'clock. All day Night and Day Mercantile Co. S06 15th St., Two Doors From Stout St. Phones Champa 3018-3073, Free Delivery—Shipping Orders a Specialty. Notice: Open evenings until 12 o'clock. All day Sundays. NOTICE In order to get acquainted again with our old customers and their friends, we are going to give away FREE with this ad. a valuable premium worth dollars to you. Let this INFORMATION, for the benefit of the people who don't know the owner of the NIGHT AND DAY MERCANTILE CO. I am printing this. I am the man who opened up the Western Market Company seven years ago at 2038 Larimer Street. I then moved a couple of doors up to a larger store, at 2048 Larimer, and ran it for four years. Now I have been running the NIGHT AND DAY MERCANTILE CO. for three years, and my whole success was through the cooperation of your trade, which we wish to thank you one and all. Now I am going to go after your business stronger than I ever did before by giving you the advantage of my many years of experience of meat and grocery buying. We buy direct in carload lots and save the middleman's profit. We can save you from 20 to 30 per cent on your order. SO GIVE US A TRIAL MEATS GROCERIES. In order to get acquainted again with our old customers and their friends, we are going to give away FREE with this ad, a valuable premium worth dollars to you. with this art a valuable premium worth donating to you. Let this INFORMATION, for the benefit of the people who don't know NIGHT AND DAY MERCANTILE CO. Dressed Rabbits, Chickens, Turkeys and Ducks. Best Creamery Butter, lb....45c Fresh Oysters, pt....30c We carry a full line of Fresh Veg Your co-operation of purchasing g sell you right along from 20 to 2 full line of Fresh Vegetables and Fruits of operation of purchasing goods from us will enail along from 20 to 25 per cent less than We carry a full line of Fresh Vegetables and Fruits of all kinds. under sell, you right clear from 20, to 25, net cent less than any other store. HARRY JONES, Prop. MEATS. for all Occasions About St. DENVER, COLO. INK Benz Cleaners Mailors Main, Proprietors CLASS WORK Cleaning and Remodelling PRESSING CLUB—$1.50 Phone Main 7376 BARBER SHOP Street TAGGART has removed his and 622 Cooper ou Want Tails, Snouts Chitlerings, or the hog except mer Street A FIREPLACE Makes the home feel comfortable these cool days. Beautifies the home and cuts your fuel bill. A large display of Grates, Andirons, Fire Sets and Fire Screens awaits your inspection here. Mercantile Co. 427 SEVENTEENTH ST. Int St. Phones Champa 3018-3673. ing Orders a Specialty. 12 o'clock. All day Sundays. ATTICE main with our old customers and their y EE worth dollars to you. benefit of the people who don't know MERCANTILE CO. who opened up the Western Market Larimer Street. I then moved a ore, at 2048 Larimer, and ran it for being the NIGHT AND DAY MER- d my whole success was through the we wish to thank you one and all, business stronger than I ever did be- of my many years of experience of direct in carload lots and save the you from 20 to 30 per cent on your NOTICE SUGAR, 13 lbs. for.....$1.00 With every $3.00 purchase. Macaroni and Spaghetti, pkg....5e Reg. 5c sacks Salt; 3 for.....10e Large cans Milk, each.....11e Water White Soap, 6 bars for 25e Fresh Eggs, doz.....40e Swift's Laundry Soap, 3 bars.....10e 15c cans Milk for, each.....11e Small cans Milk for, each.....6e 10c grade Toilet Paper, roll.....5e tables and Fruits of all kinds. Foods from us will enable us to under- 5 per cent less than any other store. FREE DENVER COLO Phone Main 1461 GROCERIES. A ebiniiaw wa 5 OLORADO\ 2H MAN Geary ete, 4 ro oe Fel rr eel gS tate | dutbeens e's aa € Pir AG eae gr a | ad sel ee TRIE Zoe cbrg ee eee = Ae oO ee ye ene] = Be PORE EE Sed SUBSCRIPTION RATES. ONO VOAr oovccvesvccevcer cc cvecevevccucevcescseeventeccnceescoseenvcece QROO Bix MONEhS 0... 6. ceseccccccccsenvccceveccsecersensecsecesssescecvesesoees IMO ‘Three MOMths ....0s.ccceccceeeceetscreteecencsscusenesenvsesessrscesesecs 60 PAYABLE IN ADVANCE. Entered as second-class metter at the postoffice in the City of Denver, Colo, $08) DL AAMIVERD. ras ouson ogo Pateve MEO a voc scedadeuc\s ceimepelater 1824 Curtin Street, Room 25. Phone Main 7417. Reading notices, ten lines or less, 10 cents per Ine. Each additional line over ten lines, 6 cents per ine. Display advertising, 60 cents per inch. Remittances should be made by Express Money Order, Postoffice Money Order, Registered Letter or Bank Draft. Postage stamps will be received the fame ‘as cash for the fractional part of @ dollar. Only le and 2¢ stamps taken. No discounts allowed on less than three months: contract. Cash must accom: pany all orders from parties unknown to us. Further particulars on application. Communteations to receive attention must be newsy, upon important sub- Jects, plainly written only upon one side of the paper, must reach us Tues- dayn ff poaainie, anyway not later than Wednesdays, and bear the. signature of the author. No manuscript returned, unioss stamps-are sent for postage. au communications of a personating wature thas are, nok complimentary wil De withheld from the columns of this paper, THE CHRISTMAS MONTH. ECEMBER, commonly called or known as Christmas Month, is here D again, and, although preparation for the usual indulgences is made by a few during the Autumnal period, yet the majority seem to specialize when December enters, and even some hold off until the week immediately preceding Christinas to procure their gifts and remembrances to relatives and friends, In a former issue of our paper we addressed ourselves specially to the cause of the men who are at the front as well as those who are preparing to go, and published instructions from the Postal Department as to the send- ing of gifts, etc. and we are pleased to be informed that many of our sub: scribers availed themselves of the opportunity making glad the hearts of our representatives at war, Now we are offering a little suggestion TO DO YOUR SHOPPING EARLY, so that you may procure the best articles at reasonable prices ‘ere it is too late, and the purposes intended be not served. ‘The stores with their variety of choice and up-to-date merchandise extend the CHRIST: MAS INVITATION, and in their advertisements show that their goods are listed at prices to suit the rich and the poor, but all emphasize the idea SHOP EARLY. It therefore does not necessitate any compelling advice but just a reminder, as with the unusual conditions surrounding us this Christmas sea- son it is not only “first come, first served,” but no risk will be run by mer- chants in keeping their stock on hand awaiting a last moment's rush, and so to insure the articles we require for ourselves, the presents for our friends, ete, it is wisdom to start in TODAY, the first of December, to make your purchases. FATHER TIME, in his computation, lends his help to your ad- vantage, as pay-day comes round today for the majority of monthly, fort- nightly and weekly payees, so that if you lose this opportunity (even though from the usual courtesy of employers another pay-day may ensue), you surely will not be numbered among the successful purchasers. It may not be too late for our soldiers and sailors at home if you procure now and dispatch im- mediately, but even with the self-denial and sacrifice you are making to give them cheer, if you lag in securing your goods now while your gifts will be appreciated, the special Christmas greeting will lose its force. Read care- fully the advertisements that appear in this paper during the season in every branch of the mercantile line, and you will find something at your price that will appeal to you, thereby supplying the need, eventually relieving the bother and worry generally attendant with the rush when time is lost. Remember, time waits for no man; and he who starts early accomplishes his task without fear of loss or disappointment. POINT OF TIME ACTION IS THE ORDER OF THE DAY. ANOTHER END OF THE WEDGE. EWS of the recognition of the Negro by the American Federation of cided to organize the colored workingman. A step to include large numbers of Southern Negroes will be inaugurated at once, and the plan is heartily endorsed by white delegates from the Southland at the convention recently held, Negro delegates for the first time in history addressed the con- vention and made such an impression that resolutions favorable to their ad- mission were unanimously adopted. Delegate Battle, of the Negro delegation, stated in his address to the convention, after the adoption of the resolution, that about 15,000 colored laborers and helpers in the employ of the shop departments of the railroads in the Southeastern district could be secured for union membership. Dele- gate King, of Alabama, said “that the old racial prejudice of the white trade unionist in the South had worn off, Colored strikers had stayed out when white men gave up battles for a higher wage, and the white men, who also stayed out and finally won the struggle, were appreciative of the spirit shown. ‘The Negro was quick to take to organization, to ritual, to discipline within the organization, and he would be faithful to the obligations of union mem- bership. ‘The time had come to enroll the Negro of the South in the union movement, through colored locals, formed by colored organizers.” Continu- ing, he said: “What has been done here in giving the Negro of the South a new opportunity to help himself is in itself perhaps trivial, but it at least marks an end to the old antagonism which prevented the creation of colored trade unions under the Federation in the trades where every white man car- ried a union card. Probably the war has been largely responsible for the new feeling. Labor supply is short. Colored workers migrating to the in- dustrial towns and to the North by hundreds of thousands, have become ef- ficient, and many of them skilled.” HOW WELL do we remember the lines, “Toil on and in thy toil rejoice,” as the monster PREJUDICE is waning gradually and the scales from his eyelids are falling rapidly by means of agencies over which he has no con- trol. THE COLORADO STATESMAN is jubilant over this, another victory of our people, and may success attend the leaders of our race who have never lost heart, and although undergoing the most iniquitous disadvantages they toiled on with the hope that sooner or later RIGHT MUST PREVAIL. It it is the war, then it is not being fought in vain; and if America and thing ‘American can be so transformed as to make us the beneficiaries of the virtur of REAL DEMOCRACY, then may HEAVEN help us that in HIS own time the Creator of Mankind will bring about a cessation of hostilities which may be the beg'nning of a new era and an actual re-creation of the mind of COM MON MAN. Continue your struggle. We aré with you and will ald you ‘and publish your successful achievements at all times and under all circum stances. War Record of Railroads Strong Argument for Private Ownership By HOWARD ELLIOTT, Member of Railroads’ War Board > The movement of putting all the railroads in the ae country under the 6o-called war board is of interest in another way than simply in its aspect of giving a te S| higher efficiency for the use of the people of the United > States. cs Some say that the putting together of the rail- oo eK roads the way we have this year is an argument in NER | favor of government ownership. st I do not agree with that. I think it means ‘that —,\N_ tho splendid initiative of the American business man, eA that hes hiilt em this cmmat teanennetation ewetem > The movement of putting all the railroads in the ES country under the 6o-called war board is of interest in another way than simply in its aspect of giving a Wi fia higher efficiency for the use of the people of the United | States. Ae Some say that the putting together of the rail- NS, ~ | roads the way we have this year is an argument in ONG 2S ay favor of government ownership. [oN »\ I do not agree with that. I think it means ‘that ers Eo Ee. the splendid initiative of the American business man, See that has built up this great transportation system that today is doing 20 to 26 per cent more than it ever did before, even under the complicated conditions that confront us—it means that the initiative of the American business man, if not too much fettered by small and nagging restrictions, can do more for the expansion of American business and the expansion of the country than we could possibly obtain under government ownership. I say this because that is one of the great problems that very likely will develop out of this war, and those who depend on a successful trans- portation system are the men who will have to help decide that great question by such views as congress gets from its constituents all over the United States. History Is Taught Wrong End Foremost in Schools of United States By GARRETT P. SERVISS The problem ef education is taking more and more possession of the publie mind. People are studying as perhaps they have never done hitherto the effects produced upon their children by the instruction that they get, in the schools of all kinds. Is it the right kind of education? Almost a huadred years ago De Tocqueville, in one of the wisest books ever written, his “Democracy in America,” made two significant remarks which are spplicable to an extremely important side of this prob- lem, One of these remarks is to the effect that America is the only coun- try in which the starting point of a great people has been clearly obsery- able, and the other, Jiterally, is this: “It is by the attention it pays to public education that the original character of American civilization is at once placed in the clearest light!” Putting these two things together—the absolutely new start made by the people of this republic and the tendency which they showed from the beginning to make popular intelligence the basis of their common- wealth—what was the natural course for them to pursue with regard to publie education, as far as that education related to instruction in his- tory and the principles of society and government? Surely it was to put American ideals and American history, from the American viewpoint, foremost. It was a duty they owed themselves and their descendants to cultivate with extreme care the spirit in which their new institutions had been”started. Manifestly the very best means of such cultivation was offered by the schools. And for a long time the duty was performed and American children came forth from American schools indomitably rooted in the faith of American ideals. They believed the fathers of their country were right, that the American Revolution needed no vindication, and this new nation owed no excuses to European monarchies for having rejected their system. But do the schools teach such doctrine with equal strength today? One fault of onr educational method is that history is taught wrong end foremost, We begin with English kings, European autocrats, the feudal system and the struggles of “divine right” dynasties. ‘These things take up so much time that there is little left in which to study what our forefathers did. ‘Teach the young American first the history “nd the principles of his own country, then he will know where he stands in ¢!> world and what he stands for. After that give him the story of the Old World, which he will then be in a position to value at its true worth, Economic Boycott Necessary After War Unless Germany Is Democratized By E.A.FILENE of Boston By refusing to buy from Germany, the allied nations could so hamper Yer economic recuperation that her ability to arm would be restricted. And the less Germany is able to arm, the less the allied nations will need 40 arm, In addition, the allied nations could gain from such a common economic understanding and action the funds they will need for rapid restoration and defensive armament against a threatening Germany. ‘Therefore, unless Germany is democratized, the allied nations will have everything to gain, both in safety and in economic power, by a busi- ness boycott of Germany. ‘All sincere lovers of peace, therefore, as a part of their planning to prevent a next war, will be obliged to favor an economic war against a Germany whose autocratic leaders could not be trusted to keep the peace if revolution were pressing at home or their ambitions counseled conquest In such a situation Americans would come to realize that every dollar given in trade to Germany would be helping Germany pile up armament that sooner or later might be turned against the United States. Tt will do no good to argue that such a boycott is bad economic theory co long as the stubborn fact remains that, as an emergency measure, it will limit Germany’s ability to arm, thereby reducing the necessity for the sest of the world to arm so much, and will furnish the allied nations with funds for rapid restoration and defensive arming. ‘This statement is not made to approve or urge an economic war as a good business policy, but instead to emphasize how fundamental the democratization of Germany is to the durable peace of the world and, in- deed, to the future economic welfare of Germany herself. It is written in the fervent hope that the liberalization of Germany may be hastened and thereby a situation created in which the nations of the world, Ger- many included, may join in the establishment of a peace based, as the president puts it, on justice and fairness and the common rights of man- land: OWL OIL COMPANY A cag ‘The Owl Oil Co, is jubilant SING AAR over the fact that good wells Wg Nae) are reported in on the north PS be oy and east of its holdings. rg © = With the district to the west Z ‘ entirely drilled up and the viv SMA) " number of wells coming in Aaah Sat r on the north and east this ON) CH. AR pUts the Owl company’s Hs gad) =) \ Dreperty in the center of Hi hy Ay sUt ety e\. good preduction. BS we L y ‘4 A letter from the bank at wa “OMPAK QF Chelsea received yesterday MAES (iA qs BaP States that a well was K\ Ay: Oe vi brought in on the SW14 of Ys Ye SY the NEY of See, 11-24-17, AMS wn Ee. reported to be a 75 to 100- Sek et barrel well ;and as the Owl RS SS NY Oil Co. owns the S¥% of the Bo SEY, it brings this well CY Geet hi Reese Within less than a quarter of Te eee a mile of our land. Wells Bac aN have also been reported Dy brought in within the last Y i few days in sections 12, 18, MYA 19, and 8, just east of our (y My holdings. ROA 3 Uw The Owl company has ar- ranged to begin drilling on its well No. 2 on the Hester lease in sections 11 and 14 justh as soon as a water line can be laid to its location. This stock will not remain at 3¢ but a very short time. Make your order at once for 3e stock. | SAR EEE R= ESSN URSA ARE O. W. LOVAN President and General Sales Agent - 504 Colorado Building Denver, Colorado \p \ \ USOM _\s\ aah a = @ | e Haare || || ea aaa) y Lamond |(iify nye. i ent i ° Ti LSC 7 | The Phonograph ; ‘ with a Soul i It would be a privilege, wouldn’t it, to have Mar- garet Matzenour, Marie Rappold, Anna Case, Arthur Middleton, Thomas Chalmers and the rest of our great artists as your guests Christmas? You would have them if you owned an Call and hear them, and you will agree with us that it is the only Phonograph to purchase. TERMS CAN BE ARRANGED TO SUIT Phonograph Records Player Rolls . The McKannon Piano Company 1616-18-20-22 CALIFORNIA STREET Complete Line of Pianos, Including the Knabe Keep off the date of Dec. 25. Big Christmas Ball at Fern Hall. Mr. Newsome of Akron, Colo., was in the city Monday on a business trip. H. H. Smith and A. C. Ford of Casper, Wyo., passed through the city Friday en route to Tulsa, Oklahoma, on a business trip. commendation from the late Bishop Spalding of Colorado, his large circle of church workers and friends in the community regretted his departure few years ago, when he responded the call of St. Thomas' Church, Philadelphia, where he paid off large debt and raised the standard worship to a very high and approbable position. Beloved by his parishers and receiving further commen tion from the late Bishop Whittaker Pennsylvania for his untiring zeal Dan Strothers, a member of the Colorado colored battalion, is in the city from Idaho Springs, where he has been stationed for the past two months. Mrs. J. J. Brown of 2538 Glenarm place will leave Monday for Phoenix, Ariz., to spend the winter with her mother, Mrs. W. H. Wooby, Mr. Brown, who has been in Delta, Utah, for the past five months, will join her during the holidays. Ephraim Barton, electrical engineer and former employe of the West Court hotel, has returned to the city after a few months' travel in the eastern and southern states. He has much news for the boys, having experienced some new roles in his travels. Frank Burnley, our esteemed and popular townsman, who has been lying seriously ill for over two months, is reported making a slight change for the better. We earnestly hope he will continue to improve, being under the treatment of some of the most skilled physicians in the city, and the unceasing care of his devoted wife and also his sister, Mrs. Nanny Johnson, who arrived recently from Memphis, Tenn., to be at his bedside. Dum spiro, spero (while I breathe I hope). EDWARD WADE continues in his adherence to the motto, "merit will tell," in his position of head waiter at the Denver Athletic Club, as not only is he keeping up the high standard of service which wins the admiration of members and manager, but endeavors to secure a staff of men who delight in the love of their occupation, which in turn brings increased remuneration for their services. Experienced in the position, having served faithfully for years at the Stockmen Club in this city, Mr. Wade, although a strict disciplinarian, respects the ability of his subordinates, and with his usual diplomacy creates a mutual action between the men and their chief. Manager Bok accredits him a man worthy of the position and this helps to place him in high estimation of the members. With such men as Caswell, Williams and Wade filling positions where they employ quite a number of our men, and coming in contact with the elite of the community, a better recognition in point of position and finance awaits us, and it necessarily follows that we should subscribe to such efforts. Keep it up "Ed," with more of success, is the wish of the COLORADO STATESMAN. Mrs. Eva Jones Smith, amiable daughter of Harry Jones, popular resident and barber of our city, has received a certificate of competency as a graduate of The American National Red Cross, having completed the course satisfactorily and passing the examination with the high average of nearly 90 per cent at Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands. Mrs. Smith is now a Red Cross nurse, fully qualified to render the necessary services to the sick, and we feel proud of one of our Denver girls getting this meritorious recognition. The certificate is a neat square-shaped card, with a white background, and a large Red Cross impressed thereon, the same having been issued at Washington August 29, 1917, signed by President Woodrow Wilson, exPresident Wm. H. Taft, Chairman Central Committee; Miss Jane A. DeLano, Chairman National Committee Nursing Service, and Helen Scott Hay, Director Bureau of Instruction. Barber Jones is all smiles over the success of his daughter, and specially that he now boasts of a granddaughter who was born to Mr. and Mrs. Smith recently. FATHER CARTIER PASSES TO THE GREAT BEYOND. REV. E. V. CARTIER, one of the noted divines of the Episcopal Church of America, and former rector of the Church of the Holy Redeemer of this city, died suddenly in Philadelphia, Pa., last week. He was a scholar, theologian and great exponent of the doctrine of the Episcopal Church. Leaving a legacy in the form of a religious work on a sound basis in Denver, and receiving the highest communication from the late Bishop Spalding of Colorado, his large circle of church workers and friends in this community regretted his departure a few years ago, when he responded to the call of St. Thomas' Church in Philadelphia, where he paid off a large debt and raised the standard of worship to a very high and appreciable position. Beloved by his parishioners and receiving further commendation from the late Bishop Whittaker of Pennsylvania for his untiring zeal in wielding the influence of the gospel in his church, situated in the most fashionable and commercial center of Philadelphia, he lived a life devoted to God's service and the uplift of humanity. Advancing in years he retired from active service, being rector emeritus of St. Thomas, with the best wishes of his flock, and Bishop Rhinelander, now presiding over the diocese. His loss is greatly felt both here and there, and the COLORADO STATESMAN and his many friends offer their deepest sympathy to his bereaved relatives. JOHN CONWAY. SMITH LODGE, K. OF P., CELE BRATE FIRST ANNIVERSARY WITH GREAT POMP. Another lustre of the Knights of Pythias order exhibited itself when Smith Lodge No. 15 of youthful age celebrated its first anniversary last Tuesday evening at their hall, Twenty-eighth avenue and Downing street, and such was the magnificent display that the renowned order can be doubly proud of this, its son, who has reached the end of the first mile's journey in his career. A program consisting of songs, recitations and addresses in which several members of Smith and the other lodges and courts who were specially invited took part, gave the guests of the evening a complete idea of the grand principles of this fraternal organization. A history of Smith lodge read by G. R. Herron, keeper of record and seal, showed the lodge was organized November 25, 1916, with twenty-one members, and in twelve months increased to fifty; a long lease of the present hall, proving the business quality of the lodge; the formation of a uniform rank, consisting of twenty members; the institution of a reserve fund to take care of the windows and orphans and to assist the general poor of the community (aside from the usual lodge benefits) and many other benevolent acts. Floyd Smith, the founder of this lodge, a persevering and energetic Sir Knight, is the present chancellor commander, and for his most invaluable services won the recognition of his brothers in being the recipient of a beautiful $25 gold watch with his monogram, which was presented to him during the proceedings and which was graciously accepted. Light refreshments were served while Professor Morgan Jackson's orchestra in its usual manner delighted the lovers of terpsichore to a late hour. Quite a large and appreciative audience attended this celebration, and the consensus of opinion was that Smith Lodge No. 15, K. of P., stands conspicuously as another jewel in the crown of Pythianism and its motto, "UNITY AMONG ALL MEN," will cater to its longevity and usefulness in this community. A collection of $16 to buy smokes for the colored troops at Camp Funston was taken up before the close of the 'proceedings, the same to be forwarded immediately to the commander of the colored contingent. Continued success and a prosperous career is the wish of THE COLORADO STATESMAN. PYTHIAN PARADE PICTURES A REAL TRIUMPH OF INGENUITY. (From St. Louis Argus, Sept. 7, 1917.) The motion pictures of the Pythian Military Parade in St. Louis are what may be correctly termed a triumph in the art of screen productions. In these days of scenic sensations one can expect most any development, but few appreciate the fact that all scenes produced have been posed for not only one, but often many times, before they are passed to the public. This is why scenes of current events are never complete. When Chas, H. Turpin decided to picture the entire parade of the big Pythian parade in St. Louis he assumed a grave responsibility. How well he succeeded is attested by the thousands who reviewed the picture at the Booker Washington Theater last week. A flaw in any section would have necessitated elimination and the big demonstration would not have been reproduced completely. But the pictures are not only complete, but remarkably clear and perfect; so plain that many in the audience, forgetfully, saluted their friends by name. All the dignified brilliance of the great event is displayed by the camera. More than 1,000 feet of film are used in the production. The scenes start with the beautiful camp grounds and end with the passing of the parade in front of the reviewing stand. The entire parade is shown, with the various companies in their best order. Special "close up" scenes are presented of high Pythian officials and other dignitaries. The picture was taken under the careful supervision of Mr. Turpin and was assembled by Richard J. Clay. It will be shown in all the principal cities throughout the country, and should be seen by everyone. These pictures will soon be shown in Denver. Out of the Mouths of Babes. "Papa." said small Harry, "if you and I were the same size, would you say and do things to me that make me fighting mad?" THANKS GIVING CELEBRATED WITH GREAT REVERENCE. The services of this day were held with particular reverence than heretofore, owing to the present turmoil that the nations of the world are passing through, and our American nation, being one of the participants, and the one that all others are looking forward to in speedily terminating this great world conflict. Many of the denominations are continuing their prayerful appeals for the days following, invoking the DIVINE AGENT to hasten the end of this struggle and guide our nation safely to the end. A number of the usual mirthful events that formerly characterized the celebration of this day were dispensed with as a deeper realization of the trying moments our country is passing through impressed itself upon old and young, and Thanksgiving Day of 1917 will go down in history as one of FERVENT PRAYER for deliverance of our nation from an enemy who shook the very foundations of a peaceful world. The City Auditorium was filled with those eager to hear addresses on loyalty to the nation by leading orators, and a great demonstration of American unity was exhibited by the numerous applauses that greeted each speaker a she referred to the vitals of the nation. Let us as true and loyal citizens continue to give thanks for mercies small or great and the victory of our country in this titanic struggle. NOTICE. Members of Captolia Temple No. 3, S. M. T., take due notice. The annual election of officers for the ensuing year will be held Saturday evening. Dec. 1st, at Elks' hall, 2640 Washington. SUSIE BANNER, W. P. Sister. ROSA HYMAN, W. Secretary. U. S. CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS. The United States Civil Service Commission announces the examination named below to be held at an early date. Application blanks and further information may be obtained from the local secretary, Board of Civil Service Examiners, at the post- office in this city. Unskilled labor, custodian service, Denver, Colo. Salary $660 per annum. December 8, 1917. For further information and the necessary application blanks apply to the local secretary, Chas. L. Hincke, Postoffice building, city. CHRISTMAS GIFT Why wonder what to give your best friend for a Christmas Gift? When the Double Standard Oil & Gas Co., 501 Boston building, are offering their stock now at 10c per share, and it is actually worth more, but a small amount will go at this price. There are now several producing wells already on their property and stock is getting more valuable every day. The president of the company, Mr. G. R. Markey will leave Monday for Oklahoma to negotiate for more oil wells and push operations. Expect to pay dividends soon. PEOPLE'S PRESBYTERIAN. East Twenty-third Avenue and Washington Street, J. A. Thos. Hazell, S. T. B., Presbyter. Sermon Topics: Thanksgiving Day — "Thanksgiving," or "Mockery." Friday, 8 p. m.—"Confession." Saturday, 8 p. m.—"Humiliation." Sunday, 11 a. m.—"Intercession." 5 p. m.—"Evangelism." The Communion of the Lord's Supper will be celebrated at the close of the morning services on Sunday. As usual our literary and musical program will be observed this year the second Sunday afternoon at 5 o'clock instead of the Sabbath after Thanksgiving day. Mr. W. Gatewood's orchestra, composed of a number of musicians, will take prominent parts on the program. The public is cordially invited. THE OWL OIL CO. receives a letter from the Chelsea, Oklahoma, bank advising that a 75-barrel well was just brought in on the SW¼ of the NE¼ of Sec. 11-24-17. This is just north of the Owl company's Hester lease in Section 11. Also that a well has just been drilled on Section 12 and two wells on Sec. 19-24-18, three quarters of a mile east of the Owl's McSpadden lease in Sec. 24-24-17. Also that a number of good wells have been brought in within from half a mile to a mile and a half east of the Owl territory. As this is practically new territory it is encouraging to the Owl Oil Co. as it puts this company between good producing properties. We are also advised that leases that were being offered at $10 to $20 per acre bonus are now held at $50 to $100. The Owl Oil Co. reports that it is now arranging to begin a well on the Hester lease in Sec. 14-24-17 offset to the Milo wells and is making arrangements for water. It is on account of water that the company has been held back from drilling on this lease. NOTICE Every member of Rocky Mountain Lodge No. 1, F. and A. M., is hereby notified to be present at the next regular meeting Monday evening, December 3rd, 1917, to assist in electing a board of trustees. By order of JOHN M. ANDERSON, W. M. WM. SPRAGUE. Secretary. CARSONS Special Thanksgiving DISPLAY OF DINNERWARE, GLASSWARE AND FANCY CHINA In spite of war conditions, we have a better and larger assortment of Holiday China than for several years, and all because we have received large shipments of imported ware that have been delayed in transit from the factory. We solicit a share of your patronage and assure you that you will find our prices very reasonable. The Carson Crockery Co. The Carson Crockery Co. 734-36 FIFTEENTH STREET (at Stout) Denver's Up-to-Date China and Glassware Shop Surprise Her With an Electric Portable Sewing Machine CHRISTMAS sentiment this year is best expressed by gifts of practical value. Such a gift is the Electric Portable Sewing Machine, or an Electric Sewing Machine Motor. Your wife or mother would be delighted with an Electric Portable Sewing Machine. No tired feeling after running this machine all day. The Portable Machine can be used anywhere in the house carry it about at will—place it on any flat surface to operate attach to any electric light socket. National Petroleum & Refining Co. National Petroleum & Refining Co. An active concern for the immediate development of its rich oil holdings and the production of oil fields in Oklahoma, Kansas and Wyoming in five great oil fields. Only a limited allotment at 1c PER SHARE Fully Paid and Non-Assessable. It positively jumps to 2 Cents per oil field in Oklahoma, Kansas and Wyoming our fine prospects should be worth $1 a share. Contract has been let for DRILLING atol Oklahoma, in the great Cushing field in the same section of the Gas Company, near hundreds of big producers. It's great gusher territory. Act quick. Payments accepted one-third monthly. Room 9. Inventory Managers Bldg. S, B, W, MAY 1840 CALIFORNIA STREET (Near Denham Theatre.) Shaving Cup Protector. To insure the owner of a private shaving cup kept in a barber shop that he is its only user there has been invented a paper cap to cover it which cannot be removed without breaking a seal. EAGLE The Challenge We believe we have one of the best oil investments ever offered. We challenge your investigation. Write today for full information. We want you to thoroughly understand this oil offering before you buy stock in any company. 413-414 Denham Building DENVER, COLO. O FOR RENT—Cheap, saloon, barber shop and pool room space, in Hotel Idlewild; 50 E. 33rd St. Rare and rich opportunity for right man. Apply or write Idlewild Hotel & Investment Co., 50 E. 33rd St., Chicago, Ill. Michaelson's Corner of 15th and Larimer Sts. SAVE MONEY ON YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTS. And be sure that you are buying something the recipient will appreciate. Men's and boys' clothing; women's, misses' and children's suits, coats, dresses. Footwear for men, women and children. Men's bath robes and smoking jackets. This store promises to save you money. Come with that expectation. Sale or no sale, this store always undersells. Husking Indian Corn. The husking of Indian corn is a man-power proposition. Husking and cribbing of this great staple cereal must be done by hand. Machinery has never satisfactorily grappled with the task. Formerly a farmer, single-handed, would husk 50 bushels of corn in a day, but greater skill has raised the possible output per person to between 90 and 100 bushels. That men and boys, women and girls, may become more proficient in the work, husking schools have now been established throughout the corn belt. These schools are for business, and must not be confounded with husking bees, which are mostly for fun.—Christian Science Monitor. CAMPBELL CHAPEL AFRICAN A M. E. CHURCH. Twenty-third and Lawrence Streets. A. M. Ward, minister, phone Main 5474; residence, 1218-23rd street. Sunday school, 9:45 a. m. Preaching, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Class meeting, 12:30 p. m. Allen Christian Endeavor League, 6:30 p. m. Prayer and class meeting, Wednesday, 8 p. m. The public is crodially invited to worship with us at all meetings. THE KITCHEN CABINET More dangerous than a little knowledge is much knowledge of things that aren't so. FOR THE WHEATLESS DAY. For breakfast we will have any kind of cereals except those containing wheat, for example, the old-fashioned oat meal will go well for this meal, provided it is well cooked, then for luncheon and dinner hot corn bread, rice muffins, steamed ```markdown ``` brown bread, bran bread, rye, and barley will give us a variety from which to choose. When preparing the breakfast oatmeal a larger quantity will cook nearly as soon, and the left-over amount may be put into a well-greased pan, and when cold cut in neat slices. This if fried nicely in sweet fat makes a most wholesome hot dish which will take the place of meat. We all know the value of cornmeal mush, both as a cereal and as a breakfast dish sliced and fried. Nuts, fruit, or bits of meat added to the hot mush make it more palatable and more nourishing. In most of the breads a little wheat flour is essential to keep the materials together and when yeast is used to provide the gluten to hold in the gases so that the bread will rise. Rice Muffins.—Sift together half a cupful of cornmeal, a cupful of pastry, a half teaspoonful of salt, four teaspoonfuls of baking powder, two tablespoonfuls of sugar. Beat one egg and one egg yolk, add a half cupful of milk, and when well mixed with the dry ingredients, add three tablespoonfuls of melted shortening with a cupful of boiled rice. Bake in well buttered muffin pans 25 minutes. The rice should be boiled tender and be quite moist. When serving rice in various ways care should be taken to see that it is well done, as it is unwholesome under done. Bran Bread—Scald a cupful of milk, add two tablespoonfuls of shortening, a half teaspoonful of salt and three tablespoonfuls of molasses. When lukwarm add a cake of yeast softened in a quarter of a cupful of water, add one cupful of entire wheat flour and bran to make a soft dough. Do not knead. Let stand well covered until light, cut down and turn into a breadpan. When doubled in bulk, bake one hour. Ice is a large item in many households; care in quickly opening and closing the chest will make a great saving in ice. Some housekeepers wrap the ice in newspapers and keep a few folded and laid over the ice, which saves wasting. He who has conferred a kindness should be silent, he who has received one should speak of it. GOOD THINGS FOR STATE OCCASIONS. Celery to be used for the table, should be thoroughly chilled. By adding a slice of lemon or a dash of vinegar to the water, the celery is kept white and made crisp. ```markdown ``` Apple and Cheese Salad.—Wipe and pare apples and scoop out 24 balls, using a French vegetable cutter. Marinate with French dressing and chill thoroughly. Mash a cream cheese, and add a tablespoonful of chopped plumatoes, and three-fourths of a teaspoonful of salt. Shape into 12 balls the same size as the apple balls and roll in finely chopped parsley. Arrange a bed of crisp heart leaves of lettuce, sprinkle over it the celery cut in fine strips an inch and a half in length. Arrange the balls on the lettuce and serve with French dressing. Turnip Cones.—Wash and pare turnips and cut in cone or cube shape, using a vegetable cutter; there should be three cupfuls. Put them into a casserole, add a half teaspoonful of salt, one and a half teaspoonfuls of sugar, one-fourth of a cupful of sweet fat, a dash of pepper, and a half cupful of boiling water. Cover and boll until the turnips are tender, about an hour and a half. Brown Giblet Gravy.—Pour off all the liquid in the pan in which the turkey has been roasted. From the liquid skim off six tablespoonfuls of fat and return it to the roasting pan, add six tablespoonfuls of flour and stir until well blended, then cook until well browned. Pour on gradually, while stirring constantly, three cupfuls of stock. If you have none, use any vegetable water that vegetables have been cooked in, such as potato water, stir and cook until smooth, season and strain. To obtain stock cover the giblets, neck and wing tips with five cupfuls of cold water and let simmer until reduced to three cupfuls. The giblets are finely chopped and added to the gravy. Lemon Filling.—One large or two small lemons, rind of juice, one cupful of sugar, a half cupful of water, one egg, a tablespoonful of butter and three tablespoonfuls of flour mixed with the sugar. Cook all together until smooth and thick. The cake may be frosted with chocolate or simply sprinkled with powdered sugar. Nellie Maxwell HOLIDAYS Here is a compact and comprehensive kit, designed to carry all the things needed by our boys in the navy, to keep them and their belongings fit and nifty. It is made of blue denim and a little red cotton-flannel, stitched with red thread and bound with a strong braid. Short lengths of braid sewed in it serve to hold comb, brushes, pencils, etc. This kit carries an unbelievable number of things—among them these: Soap in a soap box, talcum powder, scrub brush, pencil with eraser, paper, post cards, black and white thread, needles, pins, safety pins, tooth brush, tooth paste, bone buttons, bachelor buttons, safety pins, corncob pipe, bag of tobacco and has room to spare for other things. It rolls up and is tied with the strong braid or tape used for binding it. One of these kits, fitted out, is a fine gift along with a gay little bag of sweets, or something equally foolish, for Christmas. Inviting Telephone Girls 1 Pretty ladies, made of painted wood, conceal our telephones and invite us to tell secrets that will never be betrayed. These are the "pingcraft" girls and they make fascinating gifts to either men or women friends. Each one stands at the front of a small board on which the telephone is to be placed. The mouthpiece is unscrewed and when replaced forms the crown of a hat or springs from a high corsage bouquet or disappears altogether or is frankly in evidence, just as you will. The pingcraft novelties are made of wood cut out from thin boards, painted white. The figures are outlined on them ready for painting and each is painted to suit the individual taste. The little figure at the left is holding her hat and, when she is placed, the mouthpiece of the 'phone becomes the crown of it. Dainty Camisoles ```markdown ``` Camisoles—that is corset covers, by a less matter-of-fact name—are never neglected when the Christmas list of salable finery is made up by buyers for the big shops. This year they have presented shoppers with many lovely camisoles of ribbon, or net and ribbon combined, or crepe georgette and ribbon. Those shown in the picture are in pale pink, which is the favored color for fine underwear. Very wide satin ribbon, decorated with small tucks, lace insertions and French knots in pink and blue silk, serves to produce the camisole at the top of the picture. It is edged with a frill of pink crepe and supported by shoulder straps of satin ribbon. The camisole below it is made of fine, white net, banded with satin ribbon. The same ribbon is used for shoulder straps and for drawing up the fullness over the bust. It is finished with a small bow at the front. A flat elastic run in a narrow hem in the net, adjusts the camisole to the waist, shabby with use. M It would not seem like Christmas if no dainty and ornamental aprons appeared among the gifts displayed for women. They belong to the festival, like Christmas trees and candles, and Christmas time usually provides a supply for the coming year. Two new and attractive Christmas aprons pictured here, show them to be as gay and frivolously inclined as ever. They are of fine batiste with inserts and edgings of lace. Either ribbon or batiste may be used for the ties but in this instance they are of bustiste. I Among the prettiest gifts for Christmas appears this set made of chenille braid and fur. The chenille is woven in alternating, diagonal stripes of red and black and the neckband and cuffs are lined with soft, black satin. Soft, glossy bands of black fur are sewed on the edges of the collar and cuffs and the ends of each fasten together with snap fasteners. On the collar there is a rosette of puffs of black malines, centered with a cluster of tiny, dark, red roses and their foliage. Bags fill a large part of the horizon of the Christmas shopper, for never was there such a furore for them. Knitting bags and countless other kinds, made mostly of cretonne or of ribbons, are gay and beautiful, easily made and inexpensive. Two views of a beautiful knitting bag are shown here. It is made of wide striped ribbon and will serve as other knitting bags do, for shopping and carrying small parcels. It will make glad hearts at Christmas time. 1 Just the newest things in breakfast caps are of Chinese inspiration and among them appears the cap with mallnes crown and wired lace frill for a brim that is shown in the picture. Narrow bands of ribbon, joined in a rosette on the top of the head, support the lace frill and a narrow gold braid at the head of the frill adds a rich touch to this bit of finery. The bedroom slipper in the hand of the fair wearer of the cap is made of satin ribbon sewed to a soft sole and gathered about the top. It is held on by a narrow band of flat elastic, covered with shirred ribbon. $20,000,000 IS QUOTA CROP OF 21 BILLION EXPECTED FROM COLORADOANS IN SAVINGS CAMPAIGN. Thrift Movement Formally Launched by Governor Gunter at Meeting in Capitol Building. Western Newspaper Union News Service. Denver.—It's going to be the sign of patriotism in Colorado to wear old clothes. That is part of the war savings stamp campaign, the national thrift movement. Organization of the Colorado work was formally launched Saturday afternoon by Gov. Julius C. Gunter, who delivered a burning patriotic address, and John Evans, state director of the campaign, at a meeting of the county chairmen of the thrift crusade in the Senate chamber at the Capitol building. To help the nation, to help themselves, to relieve overstrained manufacturers, to meet the shortage of labor, to release goods and services for the army and navy, to lower the high cost of living and to balance the destruction of capital in this war by the creation of new capital through savings Colorado citizens will be asked to save $20,000,000. It will mean $20,000,000 of new Colorado capital created in the year 1918, for the campaign will last a year. And it will be accomplished by the wearing of patched clothes, by the use of shoes a little longer than usual and by a hundred other little economies that Colorado "stay-at-homes" can observe while Colorado soldiers "over there" defend civilization with their lives. Governor Gunter emphasized the vital patriotism of this movement for thriftiness and with fervor pleaded that the county leaders put flaming zeal into their labors. Director Evans outlined the reasons and described the details of the work. Fresh from Washington, where he was in conference with the national leaders, the director told of the high—almost holy—spirit in which the crusade has been undertaken on behalf of the United States and its people. Then he outlined the surprising thoroughness with which it is to be carried on. Every school child and every adult in Colorado is to be asked to save. There will be agencies for the sale of the stamps everywhere. Every postmaster, every mail carrier, every rural route deliverer in Colorado will be a savings agent. The county chairmen will organize their committees immediately. The next three weeks will be devoted to organization. Upon the committees, as is just in a suffrage state and as is just to the moving spirits of the homes, women will have a large representation. And when the $20,000,000 is saved it will be $20,000,000 more owned by Colorado citizen's which was loaned to their government when in need. The following county committeemen, most of whom attended the conference, will take up the work in their respective districts: Adams, Luther M. Beck; Alamosa, O. A. Hiller; Arapahoe, Casper Brommel; Archuleta, unfilled; Baca, unfilled; Bent, L. E. Thompson; Boulder, Milo S. Ketcham; Chaffee, E. R. McDonald; Cheyenne, J. R. Hayes; Clear Creek, Fred P. Dewey; Conejos, J. De Longchamp; Costilla, A. A. Salazar; Crowley, Martin T. Nelson; Custer, G. B. Beardsley; Delta, Carry B. Adams; Denver, Harry C. James; Dolores, unfilled; Douglas, C. Christensen; Eagle, John Welch; Elbert, W. D. Reilly; El Paso, O. H. Shoup and E. P. Shoup; Fremont, G. F. Rockafellow; Garfield, B. T. Napier; Glipin, H. H. Lake; Grand, L. R. Harrison; Gunnison, Dr. James H. Kelly; Hinsdale, W. S. Whinney; Huerfano, R. L. Snodgrass; Jackson, K. J. MacCallum; Jefferson, H. M. Rubey; Kiowa, Boone Best; Kit Carson, Warren Shamburg; Lake, F. K. Porter; La Plata, J. L. McNeill; Larimer, L. M. Taylor; Las Animas, J. C. Hudelson; Lincoln, J. P. Dickinson; Logan, E. M. Gillet; Mesa, D. T. Stone; Mineral, Wallace I. Leary; Moffat, F. M. Pleasant; Montezuma, R. and O. ph Williamson; Montrose, George W. Gilbert; Morgan, James P. Curry; Otero, R. Phillips; Ouray, David S. Boyd; Park, John C. Singleton; Phillips, W. E. Heginbotham; Pitkin, Roy Epperson; Prowers, D. B. Nowels; Pueblo, Frank E. Parks; Rio Blanco, L. B. Walbridge; Rio Grande, R. L. Stitt; Routt, J. E. Milner; Saguache, W. F. Boyd; San Juan, B. B. Allen; San Miguel, E. B. Adams; Sedgwick, E. F. Clayton; Summit, George Engle; Teller, H. D. McDonald; Washington, Isaac Pelton; Weld, C. N. Jackson; Yuma, W. D. McGinnis. Following the conference the committeeemen were the guests of Mr. Evans at dinner at the University Club. State Health Board Helps Soldiers. The Colorado Board of Health, through its secretary, Dr. Erlo E. Kennedy, announced its intention to cooperate in every way with the committee on health and recreation of the Colorado Council of Defense looking to the moral protection and entertainment of the soldiers in Colorado. Many inquiries coming from various organizations over the state have been received by the health board, urging that body to use its influence in helping to protect the soldier in uniform from immoral environment. SHOWS RECORD PROSPERITY OF AMERICAN FARMERS. Thanksgiving Day Found Horn of Plenty Brimming Full.—Corn Is First on List With Value of $4,659,000,000. Western Newspaper Union News Service. Washington. — Thanksgiving Day found America's horn of plenty with new high record fullness. Responding faithfully to President Wilson's appeal and the needs of a war-torn world, American farmers produced a gross total of $21,000,000,000 worth of farm products, equaling in value the nation's total expenditure in one year of war. That great total being the value of all crops, animals and animal products, was $6,500,000,000 greater than last year's and more than the combined value of any two previous years. There were record crops of corn, oats, rye, white and sweet potatoes, tobacco and beans. The principal farm crops will reach more than $12,000,000,000 in value, minor crops $2,500,000,000, and animals and animal products, including butter, cheese and eggs, about $6,500,000,000. This year's values are based on preliminary production estimates, and prices paid to producers Nov. 1, as reported by the Department of Agriculture. An official estimate of the principal farm crop values will be made by the Bureau of Crop Estimates on Dec. 11. Corn, the country's greatest crop, accounts for about one-third of the increased farm products value of this year. It is estimated at about $4,659,000,000, compared with $2,296,000,000 last year, $1,723,000,000 in 1915, and $1,577,000,000 the average for the five years 1910-14. In point of quantity corn this year saw its largest production, being 66,000,000 bushels more than the 1912 record crop, 608,000,000 bushels more than last year and 459,000,000 bushels more than the 1910-14 five-year average. Next in point of value comes cotton with a crop valued at about $1,981,000,000, accounting for more than one-tenth of the year's total value increase. Production this year is about 600,000 bales larger than last year and 2,840,000 bales smaller than the 1910-14 five-year average. Hay is the next most valuable crop, with a total of $1,390,000,000, compared with $1,162,000,000 last year and $1,056,000,000 in 1915. Wheat, the fourth crop in point of value, is worth more than a billion dollars, for the second time in American farming history. Its value is estimated at $1,320,000,000, compared with $1,025,765,000 last year, $943,303,000 in 1915 and $6^{11},939,000, the average value of 1910-14 crops. No other crop has reached the billion-dollar total, although oats comes within $25,000,000 of that figure, being valued at $975,000,000, compared with $656,000,000 last year and the 1910-14 average of $442,909,000. Potatoes passed the half billion-dollar mark, with a total of $562,000,000, as compared with $417,063,000 last year, $221,992,000 in 1915 and $213,651,000 the 1910-14 average. Other important crops show increased values. Barley, estimated to be worth $225,000,000, is more than double the 1910-14 average value; rye, with a value of $95,000,000, is worth almost four times as much as its value averaged for the 1910-14 crops, and both buckwheat, with a value of $26,000,000, and sweet potatoes, with a value of $94,000,000, are more than double the 1910-14 average. Flaxseed is valued at $29,000,000, and rice at $33,000,000, both being less than last year in point of value, because of smaller production. Tobacco, a record crop, is valued at $249,000,000, compared with $169,000,000 last year and $103,061,000, the 1910-14 average. Striking increase in value is shown by the beans, onions, kaffirs and broom corn crops, all of which more than doubled last year's value. Beans are estimated at $120,000,000, compared with $45,000,000 last year and $27,000,000 in 1915; onions at $19,341,000, compared with $9,882,000 last year and $7,281,000 in 1915; kaffirs at $128,000,000, compared with $53,269,000 last year and $51,157,000 in 1915, and broom corn at $13,500,000, compared with $6,549,000 last year and $4,789,000 in 1915. The peach crop is valued at $68,500,000; pears, $13,500,000; apples, $208,836,000; sugar beets, $54,000,000; cabbage, $14,000,000; hops, $12,000,000, and cranberries, $2,400,000. Chicago.—Pork available for immediate delivery commanded $50 a barrel Nov. 28, the highest price on record. The topmost figures during Civil War days, when gold was at a big premium, was $43. Vatican Denies New Peace Move. Rome.—Speaking in the name of Pope Benedict the papal secretary of state, Cardinal Gasparri, issued a general denial of reports that the vatican was working in the interest of a peace which would not be just or durable, and that propaganda from the vatican was responsible for the breaking down of the morale of Italian troops, with the consequent recent defeat on the Isonzo. It stated that army chapains worked to prevent demoralization of the troops. Western Beef Co. Open Daily to 8:30 p. m. ONE OF THE MOST MARKET Fresh Oysters, Chitterl Neck Bones, Sp Fresh and Cured Meats and Our Pr t Free Deliver PHC 2048 LARIMER STREET Oppo Bolden Bros. 924 NINETEENTH THE MOST UP-TO-DATE AND SAF MARKETS IN THE CITY. Bars, Chitterlings, Pig Tails, Snouts, Ears & Bones, Spare Ribs, Received Fresh D fured Meats of All Kinds. Fresh Vegeta and Fancy Groceries. Our Prices Are Always the Lowest Free Delivery to All Parts of the City. PHONE CHAMPA 1641. MER STREET DENVER Opposite the Three Rules. Bros. Cafe & Lunch NINEEENTH STREET, DENVER, CO ONE OF THE MOST UP-TO-DATE AND SANITARY MARKETS IN THE CITY. Fresh Oysters, Chitterlings, Pig Tails, Snouts, Ears, Pigs Feet, Neck Bones, Spare Ribs, Received Fresh Daily. Fresh and Cured Meats of All Kinds. Fresh Vegetables, Staple and Fancy Groceries. PHONE CHAMPA 1641. 2048 LARIMER STREET DENVER, COLO. Opposite the Three Rules. DINNER 11:30 to 2 p.m. ALL KIN BOLDEN BE Baths FIRST R. B. BOLDEN, Manage The Cha Twenty Is DRUGS, CHEMICAL WE SHE Prescripti Phone us and we will do JAMES E PH Weathe TEL PIQNEER WE M PRACT RENOVATORS, BLE Of Gents' and L 1624 CH ALL KINDS OF SANDWICHES BEN BROS. BARBER Baths, Electric Massage FIRST-CLASS SERVICE DEN, Manager 926 19th Champa Pharma Twentieth and Champa, Is the place to get your CHEMICALS AND PATENT M WE SERVE DRINKS Scriptions Our Spec and we will deliver the goods to all parts JAMES E. THRALL, PH PHONE MAIN 2425. atherhead Ha TELEPHONE MAIN 3203 BOLDEN BROS. BARBER SHOP Baths, Electric Massage FIRST-CLASS SERVICE R. B. BOLDEN, Manager 926 19th St., Denver The Champa Pharmacy Twentieth and Champa, Is the place to get your DRUGS, CHEMICALS AND PATENT MEDICINES WE SERVE DRINKS. Prescriptions Our Specialty. Phone us and we will deliver the goods to all parts of the city. JAMES E. THRALL, PROPR. PHONE MAIN 2426. Weatherhead Hat Co. TELEPHONE MAIN 3203 Established 1876 PIONEER HATTERS OF THE WEST WE MAKE OLD HATS NEW PRACTICAL HATTER TORS, BLEACHERS DYERS AND F ents' and Ladies' Hats of Every Descr 1624 Champa St., Denver, Colo. RENOVATORS, BLEACHERS DYERS AND FINISHERS Of Gents' and Ladies' Hats of Every Description 1624 Champa St., Denver, Colo. JOHN K. RETTIG Fancy and Staple Gro 1864 CURTIS STREET enth. MARKET COMM E. SMITH, Manager, Res. Phone South Retail Staple and Fancy Groceries, Fi Hotels and Restaurants Our Specialty Fresh and Cured Eastern Corn Fed Me JOHN Meats, Fancy 1864 The MARK C. E. SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Stap Hotels and Eastern C. E. SMITH, Manager, Res. Phone South 1608 Wholesale and Retail Staple and Fancy Groceries, Fish and Oystera Hotels and Restaurants Our Specialty. Fresh and Cured Fruits, Vegetables, Poultry and Game. Telephones 622-636 15th Stre Telephones Main 4302, 4303, 4304, 4305 5th Street Denver Telephones Main 4302, 4303, 4304, 4305 622-636 15th Street Denver, Colorado PHONE MAIN 3028 Corner Nineteenth. Sundays Until 2:00 p. m. STATE AND SANITARY THE CITY. Ss, Snouts, Ears, Pigs Feet, received Fresh Daily. Fresh Vegetables, Staple Foodies. The Always Best Serts of the City. A 1641. DENVER, COLO. e Rules. & Lunch Room DENVER, COLORADO Short Orders at all Hours BARBER SHOP Massage SERVICE 926 19th St., Denver Pharmacy Champa, got your PATENT MEDICINES DRINKS. Our Specialty. foods to all parts of the city. ALL, PROPR. 2425. Bad Hat Co. AIN 3203 1876 OF THE WEST HATS NEW HATTERS BUYERS AND FINISHERS of Every Description Denver, Colo. RES. PHONE GALLUP 942 ETTIG taple Groceries STREET COMPANY Phone South 1608 Groceries, Fish and Oysters Our Specialty. Fed Meats 303, 4304, 4305 Denver, Colorado ```markdown ``` VINEGAR ```markdown ``` Denver, Colo Ribbons and Laces in Caps % . as OS et ay ; : aes i he : ey : oe me e y > ole Ren CN ip re A fF | fos We || Along comes Christmas, each year attended by a bevy of adorable break- fast caps always prettier than those of other years. Here are two which will solve at once the problem of what to give to the friend you hope to please. The little cap at the top 1s a glori- fied and frivolous version of the sun- bonnet. It is made of val lace edg- ing and insertion in a flat medallion- shaped piece over the top of the head and a little cape that hangs from the back, A band of pink moire ribbon is brought across the top of the cap and ties In the back at the nape of the neck, It is encouraged to be useful and stay in place by the company of Glusters of the tiniest chiffon roses. A band of hemstitehed taffeta, edged with lace and trimmed with a zig-zag band of little blossoms, makes the other enticing cap. It fastens at the side under a bow of narrow satin rib- bon, with snap fasteners. Pebble bbieteeebbbiittiebiob Christmas Candles q e! iy > Rees ag oe ees 0) ‘a : aS tet eee ‘This year’s Christmas candles will be dressed out with shades in red, white and blue, as well as in the ac- customed red and green, Here are two, among many others, in which the national colors are skilifully used to make graceful shades. The shade at the left is mainly red with white and blue in rufles and braided strands about the top and bottom. ‘White over red in the other candle makes a pretty background for small flags pasted to the crepe paper. This shade 1s tled about the top with nar- row blue ribbon. A tiny basket and box for salted nuts, or confections, are shown with the candles. The basket is made of braided strands of paper in red, white and blue, to match the candle at the left, while the box is a repetition of white over red, tied with blue ribbon as in the shade of the other candle, “Shh bbb hebbhiebbebbtbbied The Lantern Bag e2/\ Wee |y\. Mh IY SSE A ges IN SN keh is = (ce eons meee oe ee mae sd a ——__— No matter how many laundry bags have vainly besought our male friends to be orderly, this lantern bag has eveny chance of success in fulfilling its mission. It is a thing of beauty that will never be.relegated to a closet, but is destined to spend its days hung {n a conspicuous place to be admired. Its envied owner cannot lose sight of it or refuse to behave as he should when soiled collars or handkerchiefs are to be disposed of. The lantern bag mukes a beautiful gift for anyone and is made of Japa- nese silk, red velvet and gold braid. It {s finished with handsome silk tassels and suspended by a silk cord. A cover 1s made for the top of the lantern and fastened by the clip through the braid sed for binding. hb ebb bt _Gretonne Kaitting Bag EN ALAS BS ff Pye u, se DES EA) Sel es ESN She who has not a knitting bag must feel like a stranger in a strange land. Christmas will give opportunity to pro- vide her with this requisite of the woman in polite society. Also to re- place knitting bags that have grown shabby with use. : ‘Those of cretonne have everything to recommend them. ‘They are cheer- ful and durable and they are inex- pensive as bags go. ‘The handsome bag in the picture 1s made of tan cretonne with black stripe and Japanese designs in brilliant flow- ers and foliage. It is lined with bright green sateen and finished with clusters of satin-covered apples in tan, red and green at each side. ‘The handles are of thin wood and are wound with a flat gold braid. Lollypops for Youngsters a ee pi An Ai “tak ks (i. “Tienes i! ret ee . If Santa Claus finds himself short of money anywhere we invite his atten- tion to those dressed-up lollypops. ‘They will delight the children. A lolly- pop is a flat piece of candy on the end of a stick and it lasts a long time. All sorts of little figures of things animate and inanimate are made by dressing up lollypops in crepe paper. One end of the stick is thrust into a disk of heavy cardboard and arma and legs are provided by small wires fast- ened about the stick, ‘The faces are painted on wax paper, over the lolly- pop. Fruits and vegetables, fairies, soldiers, dolls, dancing girls, clowns— there is no limit to the things that can be made in this way. Neckwear for Christmas ie wa we uu, PP BOs Go ly Pion a Cress ae rae No more acceptable present can be found for any woman young or old than the collar and cuff sets of organdie which add so much to the tallored sult or the one-plece frock. For the young- er women these sets are shown in pale tints or In white with ruffles in light colors, In all-white they are suitable to any age. ‘The set pictured is a favorite for street wear or with tallored suits. It is of white organdle having Uttle ruf- fles in light tan color. Handsome sets are also made of white and cream or ivory satin but nothing {s more dur- able or dainty than organdie. Always Welcome China aa eae ee eee earn Cc > f ee si b_ Eas Se e Ce bee 3 bei ff é ey Here are a cake basket and a bonbon dish made of small plates set in bas- kets of paper rope. ‘They are the sort of gift the housewife always welcomes and require a small outlay of money and the time of the maker. With pret- tily decorated plates and the clever use of paper and twine, handsome baskets reward the efforts of those who learn the art of basketry. The baskets shown are in dark brown, and that one hotding the bon- bon dish is brightened with a yellow cord woven in a cross pattern over the brala WAS | % UN GOSSIP ea aS eS Bae abe cat ted cates John Barleycorn Is Driven From the Capital Wy AS Net ONS teow vec has climbed on the front seat of the water wagon. The nation’s capital takes rank as the largest dry city in the country. John Barleycorn is not giving up the battle without a final struggle. made without attracting more than casual attention, For the past few months those who do not intend to abstain entirely from liquor have been stocking up their cellars. Retail sales haye been three or four times as large as normally. Some of the hotels have closed up their bars and are using the additional space for cafes, > ‘The saloonkeepers know that they are going out of business permanently, as there never will be a chance for the residents of the district to vote them back. Only a repeal of the law by congress will turn the trick, With senators and representatives guided by sentiment in thelr home states and indifferent to what the voteless inhabitants of the district may think there does not seem a chance of such action. ‘The barrooms will not be vacant long. Because of the overcrowded con- dition due to the war the buildings will be snapped up quickly. In maay ‘instances restaurants and drug stores will be opened. Most of the saloonkeepers and bartenders are quitting the business for ‘good. Positions are so numerous in war industries and other Ines of employ- ‘ment that no one is likely to be idle long. Historic Armory in Hands of Wrecking Crew | /AJATIONAL Kifles’ armory, one of the historic landmarks in the District of N Columbia, 1s to be replaced by a ten-story office building, to cost $250,000. Plans for the building are being completed, and the old structure is soon to in 1859. At the outbreak of the Civil war, however, the organization was divided, as half of the members joined the Confederate forces and the other half fought on the Union side. Many of its members fought in the Spanish- American war, and now some of its former members are officers in the present ‘The organization was for many years the champion drill company of the District, being at that time Company B of the Second battalion of the National Guard of the District of Columbia. It was also one of the best companies in the United States, and traveled to various cities to participate in competitive drills, where it won many honors. ‘The company was reorganized in 1880, and two years later erected the armory. The basement of the structure was used by the company, while the upper floor was used for balls and many social functions. Among the notable functions held there were the Bachelors’ cotillions, Army and Navy club dances and charity balls. ‘The company disbanded in 1905, and formed the National Rifles’ Veteran association, which still holds banquets. 5 ‘1 : Headquarters for Men in Country’s Service A’ THE Sign of the Red Triangle 1s a new clubhouse established in Wash- ington. This is exclusively for men in uniform, of either the army, navy or ‘marine corps, and through this club any enlisted man coming to Washington Y. M. C. A. for men in the service of the country. It has already been used for demonstrations at several training camps. This service club will be under the personal supervision of William Knowles Coouper of the Central Y. M. C. A., and is one of a chain of 18 similar buildings for the comfort and con- venience of the “soldiers in our midst.” It will serve all the purposes of a well-conducted information bureau for the man in uniform. Several local churches already have become interested in the idea, and tn keeping therewith are co-operating with the Y. M. C. A. in looking after the comforts of the enlisted men. It is expected that other church organizations and philanthropic associations will take the matter up with a view of render- ing all the assistance they can to help the movement. A list of rooms in private homes is being afranged, and when the men get here Saturday nights, especially when the city is crowded and they have no means of obtaining suitable accommodations, they will learn to seek this place as their headquarters upon which to rely for the best of treatment. Why One Woman Knitter Lost Her Popularity Weseer ON ‘women are patriots. If anyone doubts this, let him—surely him—look into a certain department store at the big knitting class being conducted there daily. All the women are knitting for soldiers or sailors. rather small sailor,” remarked one woman, gazing at the garment growing under the hands of the knitting reeruit, who sat earnestly juggling neetles. “It's for little Billy,” smiled the yong woman. “Little Billy!” What a romantic name for & brave sailor, all the women agreed. “Put—er—my dear,” said an older woman, “you have four arms started.” ‘The young knitter smiled. “Pwo for his front Jegs and two for his hind legs———” Front legs! Hind legs! ‘The women all stopped their knitting. Needles waved helplessly in air. “Who is Billy?” they clamored. “Billy is my bulldog.” And now ede knits at home, \ HAVE SH \NOTHING TO SECO A ip ey , Bn, 5 t ws dala be torn down. The armory was built by the National Rifles in 1882 at a cost of $35,000, the members of the organi- zation paying $1.50 a square foot for the land. It was sold in May, 1909, to a Chicago man for $79,000, who paid $10 a square foot for the property. ‘The building contains 1,674 square feet hnd Is 67.50 feet front with a depth of 113 feet. ‘The National Rifles, which was for many years the crack military organi- ‘Shion Ol "the Diniiet. Was oriaiined constitutionality of the act. But no one considers the possibility of court intervention a betting proposition. The drinking population bemoans the fact that ao opportunity was given for an expression of the desires of the residents, but that prohibition was forced upon them by the votes of citizens of far-distant states. How- ever, the people have had a year to adjust themselves to the idea of 1 sa- ahetGdin town wan: ‘tha: ahinee whe (ieee iE = Ef BT len) «I cretanensoars 4 e —_ eel. [| fa —_ r= _ We? = Uo, a good room and meals. He will be pro- vided with books, magazines and writ- ing materials at “the club.” He will find games there and music. This Red Triangle club has built its own house—that is, it has Just been set up here on the vacant plot at Ninth street and Pennsylvania avenue, havy- ing been brought here “knocked down” from Long Island, N. Y. This is a building 20 feet by 64, set up by the war work council of the the country. It has already been used amps, This service club will be under nowles Coouper of the Central Y. M. lar buildings for the comfort and con- ” It will serve all the purposes of a the man in uniform, » become interested in the idea, and in h the Y. M. C. A. in looking after the pected that other church organizations ) the matter up with a view of render- the movement. is being afranged, and when the men len the city is crowded and they have jodations, they will learn to seek this to rely for the best of treatment. er Lost Her Popularity If anyone doubts this, let him—surely nt store at the big knitting class being 1 are knitting for soldiers or sailors. MR (Biv oT e Bp (SUFFERS, Pity cS ape FROM TH vy COLD so mc 7, LITLE ow] AN. au > ® Bz Lelie man, gazing at the garment growing t, who sat earnestly juggling needles. ng woman. nme for & brave sailor, all the women woman, “you have four arms started.” his hind legs———” ¢n all stopped their knitting. 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BOYS' OVERCOATS AND MACKINAWS, $5.95 AND $6.95—A collection of garments comprising a splendid variety of styles, fabrics and patterns; substantial saving at special price, $5.95 and $6.95. BOYS' NORFOLK SUITS, fancy mixtures and blue serges; trousers full lined, all seams taped, priced at $5.95. BOYS' SWEATER COATS, gray, splendid values, at $1.35. BOYS' WAISTS—Light, medium and dark patterns, made of good grade madras and percale; all sizes specially priced at 69¢. EUROY TROUSERS, sturdily tailored, 6 to 17 years; specially priced at $1.25. STAR HAIR GROWER A Wonderful Hair Dressing and Growe BOYS' CORDUROY TROUSERS, sturdily tailored, 6 to 17 years; specially priced at $1.25. THE STAR HAIR GROWER WAY SHOE REPAIRING INNIS, Prop. Guaranteed. Main 3737. Denver, Colo. THE NEW WAY SHOE REPAIRING C. C. DENNIS, Prop. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Phone Main 3737. 1855 Champa St. Denver, Colo. AN Auto Livery HEATED TAXICAB. LANDULET AND 7-PASSENGER 1918 LATE MODEL CARS. HEATED TAXICAB. TAXICAB LANDULET AND 7-PASSENGER 1918 LATE MODEL CARS. STAND: NIGHT AND DAY CAFE enth St. Denver, Colorado K All the latest baltet fitting; also conservati grays, browns and tan BOYS' OVERCOATS $6.95—A collection oety of styles, fabrics acial price, $5.95 and I BOYS' CORDUROY T years; spe THE STAR A THE NEW WAY S C. C. DENNIS Satisfaction Guarantee Phone Main 3737. 1855 Champa St. Denver Taxicab Rates. Depot, 1 or 2 pass...50c Depot, each addi- tional pass ...25c One mile radius ...25c Each addition'l mle.25c Bean H TAXICAB LANDUL 919 Nineteenth St. M5 T A Wonderful Hair Dressing and Grower One Thousand Agents Wanted. Good Money Made. We want Agents in every city and village to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderful preparation. Can you help us grow your hair? Sells for 25 cents per box—One 25-cent box will prove its value. Any person that will use a 25-cent box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair, just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25 cents for a full size shampoo. Send 25 cents for an agent's $1 and we will send you only that you can begin work at once; also agent's terms. Send all money by Money Order to EVANSTON, ILL. GREENSBORO, N.C. NOTE—Persons living in the South can will order from THE STAR HAIR GROWER M.F., P. O. BOX 812, GREENSBORO, N.C. Motto: "Not slow but sure." Cash only. Rates Per Hour. $1.50 to $2.50. Phone Main 6699 Denver, Colorado L Handsome Coat for General Wear II Here is a skating set that will add one more fascination to that wholesome and fashionable sport. Japan had a hand in its making, for it is decorated with hand-painted ornaments that are specimens of the beautiful handcraft of that hand-crafty people, and with applique of light green satin bordered with silver threads. If this was not woven in Japan its design certainly originated there. The cap and scarf are made of satin in a very soft rose color, to begin with. At the ends of the scarf and in front of the cap there are emplacements of brocade as shown in the picture. On the scarf ends the brocade is sewed along the edges to the scarf with long stitches of heavy, gray angora yarn. Then the entire surface of the scarf is covered with parallel rows of these long stitches. They vell the rose color with a mist of gray, because of the fuzziness of the yarn, and the effect is beautiful. The scarf is about two yards long and in the neighborhood of seven inches wide, wrapped about the neck so that the novel hand-painted ornament comes in front. It is made of several small oblongs of celluloid apparently, in graduated sizes, and one posed over the other. They are very much like the rose-colored satin in shade, and the uppermost oblong has a meaningful and weird looking picture painted on it in several colors. It might be a landscape—upside down—or a scrap of sky and clouds. What- I A combination of smooth-faced tan or sand-colored cloth with fine Hudson seal, removes some of the difficulties which lie in the path of the designers of coats. When the task is to achieve a handsome coat for general wear the designer knows to start with that no color is a better choice than tan, and no fur looks better with it than seal, they belong to one another. Having this assurance as to pleasing color, the creator of new coats must show his ability, by original methods of cutting and deft use of new style features, in lines and in details of finishing. Whoever planned the coat pictured here betrays a masterful hand in these particulars. The coat is plain and full, with fashionable straight lines. Its fullness is cleverly managed by the insertion of three plaits at each side, back of the pockets. They are hardly to be noticed, being overshadowed by very large double pockets—an arrangement of a big square seal over a larger square of cloth. There is a high, square collar of the fur, and another of fashion's favorite vagaries appears in the half-belt that extends across the front of the coat. It widens at the center, departing from the straight and narrow path of the usual belt, and fastens at the left with buttonhole and bone button of generous size. --- ever it is, the smiling Japanese shop- keeper assures our honorable stupidity that it is good luck to wear such an ornament. When it is to be found on a skating set like that shown here, there is no doubt that he speaks the truth. The cap fastens with a chin strap that extends from side to side, made of the satin and angora. It is sewed to the inside of the cap on one side and fastens with a strap fastener on the other. The satin is caught up at the front of the cap revealing the green brocade, and held to place by two of those lucky ornaments. Both strap and cap are lined with the soft rose colored satin. Chenille Appliqued on Scarfs. Among the new scars ushered in by the cold weather are some models of Italian silk, self striped. They are cut long and about ten inches wide, and made of a double thickness of silk. One scarf of bright green is embroidered at the ends in a conventional design is self-colored silk floss that stands out. Green silk fringe finishes the edge. Dance Slippers With Bows. A few of the fancy old-fashioned slippers of satin which tie with big perky bows were noted at a recent dance, although the footwear as a whole stuck to the conventional pumps of gold and silver brocade. I Plain coat sleeves rely upon their cuffs for the stamp of originality. These are merely straps whose ways are devious, but never asunder. They are placed side by side: the career of each ended by an inexorable bone button and a buttonhole that holds them fast. These are the mannerisms of an exceptionally clever performer, and they are also the delight of a cultivated taste in apparel. Julia Bottomley A woman, who had been given a quantity of square doilies three and four inches square, put them to good service by joining them together with wide lace and using them on her buffet; she objected to using them separately and was highly pleased with the scarf that resulted from joined forces. Squares of tan linen embroidered in colors can be joined effectively to form table runners. Of course, the lace should match the color of the linen. If you should fail to find tan to match, dip white or cream lace in tea. Try a little piece of lace first so you can tell if the tea is of the proper strength. --- FRANK S. REED, Licensed Embalmer and Director Lady Assistant. Polite Service to all. Parlors, 2745 Welton Street. H HENRY WHOLES Smoke Submarine, Ford, Judge CHARLES LAMB 308 KITTREDGE BUILDING A RACE E Just the Place for AWAY FROM THE Idlewil BEAUREGARD F. 33rd Street and CHICAGO South Side Elevate State St. Cars the block of 20 Minutes to H All rooms have he water, Telephone, heat and elevator ALL ROOMS WITH RATES PER DAY RATES PER WEEK 20 ROOMS WITH PHONES: Douglas 4676 The Double & Gas HENRY SCHOEN WHOLESALE CIGARS Submarine, Ford, Judge Good, Kaiserhoff or El Omica ARLES LAMB TREDGE BUILDING PHONE SOUTH 4405 DENVER, COL A RACE ENTERPRISE in the Place for You to Feel at HOT AWAY FROM THE NOISE OF THE CITY Middlewild Hotel BEAUREGARD F. MOSELEY, MANAGER D Street and Wabash Avenue CHICAGO ILL. North Side Elevated, Indiana Avenue State St. Cars take you within a block of the hotel. Minutes to Principal Theatre All rooms have hot, and cold running ater, Telephone, electric lights, stea at and elevator service day and night ALL ROOMS WITH OUTSIDE EXPOSURE ES PER DAY - : $1.00 TO $1.50 ES PER WEEK - $3.50 TO $12 20 ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATHS S: Douglas 4676 and 4677; Automatic 7 e Double Standard Gas & Gas Company Smoke Submarine, Ford, Judge Good, Kaiserhoff or El Omica Cigars CHARLES LAMB PHONE SOUTH 4405 W. 308 KITTREDGE BUILDING DENVER, COLORADO A RACE ENTERPRISE Just the Place for You to Feel at Home AWAY FROM THE NOISE OF THE CITY Idlewild Hotel G 33rd Street and Wabash Avenue CHICAGO ILL. South Side Elevated, Indiana Avenue or State St. Cars take you within a block of the hotel. 20 Minutes to Principal Theatres All rooms have hot, and cold running water, Telephone, electric lights, steam heat and elevator service day and night ALL ROOMS WITH OUTSIDE EXPOSURE RATES PER DAY - : $1.00 TO $3.00 RATES PER WEEK - $3.50 TO $12.00 20 ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATHS PHONES: Douglas 4676 and 4677; Automatic 74-302 The Double Standard Oil & Gas Company Few Shares 10c Share For Short Time Will Advance to 50 Cents or M NOW PRODUCING AND SELLING OIL Has just bought 120 acres in N. 1/2 Sec. 32, T. 20, Tulsa County, Oklahoma, with producing oil wells. Ro- 44 more wells. Also has 480 acres in Big Muddy and B low Dome, Wyoming; 320 acres in Kansas Oil Fields; 25 Magoffin County, Kentucky; also in Electra Oil Fi Texas, where wells produce as high as 10,000 barrels. President leaves soon to negotiate for more oil wells and operations. Expect to pay dividends soon. $100 in oil has paid $40,000. Buy now or you may late. G. R. MARKEY, President Main 3937 WM. T. REYNOLDS, Sec. 501 Boston Building, Den Advance to 50 Cents or M NOW PRODUCING AND SELLING OIL is just bought 120 acres in N. 1/2 Sec. 32, T. 20, County, Oklahoma, with producing oil wells. Ro- ne wells. Also has 480 acres in Big Muddy and B ome, Wyoming; 320 acres in Kansas Oil Fields; 250 in County, Kentucky; also in Electra Oil Fi here where wells produce as high as 10,000 barrels ent leaves soon to negotiate for more oil wells and ons. Expect to pay dividends soon. 100 in oil has paid $40,000. Buy now or you may MARKEY, President WM. T. REYNOLDS, Sec. in 3937 501 Boston Building, Den Will Advance to 50 Cents or More NOW PRODUCING AND SELLING OIL Has just bought 120 acres in N. 1/2 Sec. 32, T. 20, R. 14, Tulsa County, Oklahoma, with producing oil wells. Room for 44 more wells. Also has 480 acres in Big Muddy and Big Hollow Dome, Wyoming; 320 acres in Kansas Oil Fields; 250 acres Magoffin County, Kentucky; also in Electra Oil Fields of Texas, where wells produce as high as 10,000 barrels a day. President leaves soon to negotiate for more oil wells and push operations. Expect to pay dividends soon. $100 in oil has paid $40,000. Buy now or you may be too late. G. R. MARKEY, President WM. T. REYNOLDS, Secretary Main 3937 501 Boston Building, Denver OPEN TILL 8 P. M. Will move downstairs in ground floor office at 830 17TH ST., BOSTON BLDG. --- --- DENVER, COLORADO. REDUCTION OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING Slightly worn Clothes and Shoes bought and sold. See us first and you are sure to be satisfied. Latest in Suits from $5.00 up. Shoes at prices to meet the smallest pocketbook. G. W. DAVIS and G. C. SAMPLE Second-Hand Dealers 1834 ARAPAHOE STREET. Phone Champa 2571. MY SCHOEN HOLESALE CIGARS Bridge Good, Kaiserhoff or El Omica Cigars PHONE SOUTH 4405 W. DENVER, COLORADO ENTERPRISE For You to Feel at Home THE NOISE OF THE CITY Wild Hotel F. MOSELEY, MANAGER Grand Wabash Avenue CHICAGO ILL. Located, Indiana Avenue or runs take you within a k of the hotel. Principal Theatres are hot, and cold running tune, electric lights, steam tor service day and night WITH OUTSIDE EXPOSURE - : $1.00 TO $3.00 TUE - $3.50 TO $12.00 WITH PRIVATE BATHS 376 and 4677; Automatic 74-302 Le Standard Oil Company to 50 Cents or More BUYING AND SELLING OIL 50 acres in N. 1/2 Sec. 32, T. 20, R. 14, with producing oil wells. Room for 480 acres in Big Muddy and Big Hol- 0 acres in Kansas Oil Fields; 250 acres lucky; also in Electra Oil Fields of duce as high as 10,000 barrels a day. negotiate for more oil wells and push pay dividends soon. $40,000. Buy now or you may be too nt WM. T. REYNOLDS, Secretary 501 Boston Building, Denver ---