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WAR CHARITIES UNITE IN $250,000,000 DRIVE Seven of America's war charities, consolidated in the huge united war work campaign to raise $250,000,000 for relief work, have started the greatest effort in this line ever launched. The campaign committee, of which John D. Rockefeller, Jr., is chairman, is endeavoring to have the public contribute Liberty bonds toward this work and has adopted as a slogan, "Back your boy with a bond!" The photograph shows the leaders of the various organizations. Left to right: Mrs. Henry P. Davison, Young Women' Christian association; Dr. Frank T. Hill, American Library association; Myron T. Herrick, war camp community service; Commander Evangeline Booth, Salvation Army; George W. Perkins, Young Men's Christian association; Mortimer L. Schiff, Jewish welfare board, and William P. Larkin, Knights of Columbus. COL. ROOSEVELT SUCCUMBS Oyster Bay, N. Y., Jan. 6.—Colonel Theodore Roosevelt, former president of the United States and one of the most picturesque and forceful figures ever known in American public life, died at his world-famous country home at Sagamore Hill, at 4:15 o'clock this morning. A complication of diseases, born of an exploring expedition into the wilds of South America, is believed to have been the indirect cause of death. During the last eighteen months, the former president had been treated by foremost surgeons and medical men of the country; but the malady baffled the skill of the scientists. It is believed that the death of his youngest son, Quentin, who was killed in France a few months ago, during a battle in the air with German pilots, affected the former president deeply and hastened his end. Mrs. Roosevelt and Mrs. Douglas Robinson, sister of the former president, are reported to be prostrated. The death of Colonel Roosevelt came at a time when he was said to be preparing a statement announcing that he would not be a candidate for the presidency in 1920. Pulmonary Embolism Caused Death The end came when there was no one in the room but his valet. The following statement was made by Dr. G. W. Faller, of Oyster Bay, the physician who last saw the Colonel: "Colonel Roosevelt retired at 12:00 o'clock last night feeling much better. At 4:15 this morning, he simply ceased to breathe. Death was caused probably by a pulmonary embolism." This, the doctor explained, is a blood clot which forms in the arteries of the lungs. The funeral will be Wednesday, from Christ Episcopal church. Rev. Dr. George D. Talmage will officiate, and interment will be in the Young Memorial cemetery at Oyster Bay Cove. Dr. Talmage will hold a brief service at Sagamore Hill shortly before noon and another at the church at 12:45 o'clock. Colonel Roosevelt spent Sunday evening reading, conversing with Mrs. Roosevelt and chatting with Dr. Faller, who found him apparently much improved and in excellent spirits. He also dictated a number of letters. Despite his recent return from the hospital where he was confined for weeks by an attack of sciatica, with painful complications, he had much of his old vigor. When Dr. Faller left him Roosevelt was laughing and called "good night" most cheerfully. Former President Retired at Midnight. At midnight he retired. Mrs. Roosevelt sat with him for awhile, then as he fell asleep she went to her own room. At 4:15 a.m., his attendant, nos Amos, the young colored man who has been in the employ of the colonel ever since he left the White House, became alarmed and called the THE DAYTON FORUM the shock bravely. Dr. Faller arrived a few minutes later. Roosevelt lay as if still sleeping. He did not move in the bed as he died, but lay just as he was when his wife stepped out of the room shortly after midnight. Roosevelt was planning a trip to Europe to visit Quentin's name. This trip was to be made as soon as he had sufficiently recovered his health. The death of Quentin was a severe shock to him. High Lights on Roosevelt's Life. Born, New York, Oct. 27, 1858. Was 26th president of U. S. Elected to New York Assembly, 1882. Went West, buying two ranches, in 1884. Returned to New York in 1886 and ran for mayor. U. S. Civil Service Commissioner, 1889-95. New York Police Board, 1895-1897. Secretary of Navy, 1897-98. Organized Rough Riders in 1898. Fought and Won First Battle, June 24, at Las Guasimas, Cuba. Defeated Spaniards at San Juan Hill and El Caney. Returned to states, August, 1898. Mustered out in September. Governor of New York, Jan. 1, 1899, to Dec. 31, 1900. Elected Vice-President Nov. 4, 1900. Became President Sept. 14, 1901. Elected President, Nov. 18, 1904. Joined Staff of Outlook, 1909. Visited Africa, 190910. Headed Progressives, 1912. Declined Progressive Nomination, 1916. Wrote voluminously service. Wrote voluminously service. Was first married to Miss Alice Hathaway Lee, Oct. 27, 1880, who died four years later. Second marriage occurred in London in 1886, the bride being Miss Edith Kermit Crew. Died January 6, 1919. Tuskegee, Ala., Jan. 1, 1919—Dr. R. R. Moton, successor to Booker T. Washington as principal of the Tuskegee Instituea, was called upon to speak to the party of correspondents on the steamer "Orizaba" while en route to France. After referring to the contribution the Negro has made to the development of America by his cheerful, forgiving, and happy disposition and his ability to laugh amid adversity, Dr. Moton emphasized especially the economic value of the Negro to the development of the country. He said, among other things, that, "through the unbounded resources of the South, agriculturally and otherwise, with its abundant rainfall and wonderful climate, and with an increased demand for the products that the South can produce economically, also with the industrial renaissance which is sweeping all over the South, the Negro is absolutely indispensable DAYTON, OHIO, FRIDAY JAN. 10, 1919 work campaign to raise $250,000,000 for campaign committee, of which John D.erty bonds toward this work and has the leaders of the various organizations. Dr. Frank T. Hill, American Library Evangeline Booth, Salvation Army; Jewish welfare board, and William P. to any large Southern development; for we must remember that ten per cent. of the land tilled in the South is owned by Negroes, and that seventy per cent. of all the agricultural products raised in the South is done by Negroes either as landowners themselves or renters or croppers, not to mention the large number included among those who work as hired labor. No one knows and appreciates this more than do the Southern white people themselves; and with the growing feeling of friendship between the races and with the desire and efforts on the part of Southern white people generally; notwithstanding the all too frequent outbreaks of racial misunderstanding and bitterness; the outlook for the South and the North for sympathetic cooperation between the races and success of the highest development of our beloved country, was never more encouraging than it is today." He also said that the South had been heroic in its efforts for the education of colored and white children, notwithstanding the fact that the schools are yet very inadequate; generally due to the poverty of this section as compared with the North, and along with the industrial renaissance there was a very significant educational renaissance sweeping over the South, manifesting itself in a determined effort to have adequate educational facilities for all the children of the South, black even as white. He mentioned the fact that Alabama and Virginia had already enacted compulsory education laws, and the predicted that others would follow. "The time has come," said Dr. Moton, "when the United States should give adequate financial aid in educating the children of the United States; that business of the national government should be to judiciously see to it by money and advice that every child is trained for citizenship. Only thus can America come to its highest development, and only thus can democracy be really genuine and lasting." WESLEYAN METHODIST Last Sunday's services were well attended and an excellent sermon was delivered. The pastor preached from Exodus 9:27. While the attendance was very good, yet there was room for more, both in the services and the Sabbath school. We urge upon more of the parents to be present at Sabbath school, that we may be able to make this the banner year in every auxiliary of the church. Services Sunday at 11:00 a.m. We as members should be as missionaries to come, and invite others to come. Bring in the strangers who have no church home in the city, and help to build up humanity for Christ. All are welcome. Mrs. Ada Jones entertained the ladies of the Sisterhood in a delightful manner last Thursday; a very palatable three-course luncheon was served to forty-two people. The next meeting will be held with Mrs. Charlest Johnson, the third Thursday in this month. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Devore were host and hostess at the Brotherhood meeting last Monday evening. A very interesting meeting was held and a three-course dinner was served. After turning Mr. and Mrs. Devore a vote of thanks for their kind hospitality, the meeting was adjourned, to meet with N. M. Waxnar, on Eaten Ave. Troops of 92 Entire Unit and Under Fire or para By Ralph W. Tyler. ARTICLE IX. Troops of 92nd Division Win Decorations of Honor Entire Unit and Individuals Cited for Bravery Under Fire of Hun---Casualty List Camparatively Small---1478 With the American Army in France, Marbach, December 8.—By command of General Martin, commanding the 92d Division, general orders have just been issued commending a number of colored officers, non-commissioned officers, and privates of the 365th Infantry for meritorious conduct in action at Bois Frehaut, near Pont-a-Mousson, November 10 and 11, during the drive on Metz. Those named in this general order were Captain John H. Allen, First Lieutenants Leon F. Stewart, Frank L. Dryne, Walter Lyons, David W. Harris, Benj. F. Ford, Second Lieutenants George L. Gaines and Russell C. Atkins, Sergeants Richard W. White, John Simpson, Robert Townsend, Solomon D. Colston, Ransom Elliott, and Charles Jackson, Corporals Thomas B. Coleman, Albert Taylor, Charles Reed, and James Conley, and Privates Earl Swanson, Jesse Cole, James Hill, Charles White, and George Chaney. In the same general orders, the following were cited for bravery in action; Sergeant Isaac Hill, bravery displayed at Frapelle; First Lieutenant John Q. Lindsey, for bravery at Lesseux, both of the 366th Infantry, and the Infantry battalion, Lt. of the 368th Ambulance Corps, and Sergeant Walter L. Gross of the 366th Infantry for distinguished service near Hominville/ In another general order, Second Lieutenant Nathan O. Goodloe, of the 368th Machine Gun Company, was commended for excellent work and meritorious conduct. During the operations in the Forest d'Argonne, Lieutenant Goodloe was attached to the 3d Battalion. During the course of the action, it became necessary to reorganize the battalion and withdraw part of it to a secondary position. He carried out the movement under a continual machine- gun fire from the enemy. General Martin said: "Lieutenant Goodloe's calm courage set an example that inspired confidence in his men." General Martin, the new commander of the 92d Division, also cited, for meritorious conduct near Vienne le Chateau, Tom Brown, a wagoner, who as driver of an ammunition wagon, displayed remarkable courage, coolness, and devotion to duty under fire. Brown hauled his wagon, even after his horse had been hurled into a ditch by shells and despite his own painful wounds, worked until he had extricated his horses from the ditch, refusing to quit until he had completed his work, even though covered with blood from a painful wound. Entire Units Cited for Bravery in Battleline. The entire first battalion of the 367th (Buffalos) Infantry has just been cited for bravery, and awarded the Croix de Guerre, thus entitling every officer and man in the battalion to wear this distinguished French decoration. This citation was made by the French Commission because of the splendid service and bravery shown by this battalion in the last engagement of the war, Sunday and Monday, November 10 and 11, in the drive to Metz. This battalion went into action through a valley commanded by the heavy German guns of Metz, and held the Germans at bay while the 56th regiment retreated, but not until it had suffered a heavy loss. The 1st Battalion was commanded by Major Charles L. Appleton, of New York with company commanders and lieutenants colored. In the 92d Division of the American army, fourteen colored officers and forty-three colored enlisted men have been cited for bravery in action and awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. This is a splendid showing, and especially when it is considered that, prior to the drive on to Metz, Sunday morning, November 10, this division, with the exception of the 368th Infantry, had been in no big engagement. Up until November 10, with the exception of the 368th, which got into action in the Argonne, the 92d had to content itself with making daily and nightly raids on the German frontline trenches to capture prisoners. This, however, required daring and courage, and, in some ways, was more trying and more dangerous than being in a big engagement. A total of fifty-seven citations for meritorious service, with report from one brigade not yet in, is a splendid showing for the 92d Division. 92d Has Compartively Small Casualty List. The total casualties suffered by the 92d (colored division since being in France) have just been obtained by me. The division suffered a total of 1,478 casualties. Among the killed were six officers, and one officer died from wounds received in action, while thirty-one enlisted men died from wounds. Forty enlisted men died from diseases, twenty-eight enlisted men were listed as "missing", sixteen officers and 543 enlisted men were wounded, and thirty-nine officers and 661 enlisted men were gassed. The division's number of gassed is unusually large. A reason is, perhaps, that the colored soldiers in the front-line trenches of this division were unarmed in making raids into the enemy's territory. Considering, especially, the desperate advance the colored soldiers of this division made out from Pont-a-Mousson the morning of November 10, through a valley swept by the heavy German guns of Metz, and nests of German machine guns, the casualty is slight; for on the morning I saw them advance, and knowing the dangerous ground they were to cover to make their objective, it appeared miraculous that the division was not wiped out. The casualty in that advance was, perhaps, as light as it was because of the rapidity with which their line advanced. Officers could not hold them back, and the German guns and soldiers could not stop them. They plunged on to Preny and Pagny, and they rushed into the Bois rFehaut, and held, for thirty-six hours after they took it, this place from which picked Morrocan and Senegalese troops were forced to retreat in ten minutes after they had entered it. Occupying this Boise Frehaut for thirty-six hours against a murderous fire from the enemy, remaining there until hostilities ceased, it is surprising, a miracle that the casualty list of the 92d Division, did not mount to many times 1,478. "Company 'C' Coming Home" "Company 'C' Coming Home" Old Co. G., 372d U. S. Inf., formally Co. C, 9th Sept. Bu., who have made a wonderful record overseas during this great war, spending eight months and three weeks in France, seven months of trench warfare and going over the top also in the great drive at Champagne, are now being returned home to be mustered out of service after receiving much credit from the French division which they have been with, fighting side by side with the French troops, also their Colonial troops. The boys are all happy and are expecting a hearty welcome by their dear parents. The French regret very much to see the boys leave, but as they have done their bit and sacrificed their lives for the one most honorable word, Democracy, they are being turned back to their respective states as rapidly as the army transportation will permit. You will be notified of our arrival so as to receive the boys with much cheers, more so than upon their departure, which was unexpected.—Sergeant A. L. King. ADVERTISERS realize quick results when using these columns to reach the people. Phone Us! Main 7698 tions of Honor ited for Bravery lty List Cam- -1478 In the Land of Democracy! BOOKER WASHINGTON FLEES, HUNTED BY ALABAMA MOR The Life of Son of Famous Educator Endangered. Race Champion Gets First Baptism of Hate by Naming Some of the Participants Who Lynched a Colored (From the Pampa Bulletin.) Bravely denouncing not only the action of the mob which lynched a colored man at Sheffield, Alabama, but naming some of the participants and demanding that they be brought to justice, young Booker T. Washington was campelled to flee North. He was serving as claim adjuster for colored employees at the Mussel Shonls plant, which is engaged in war work for the government, and has been busy the plant employees nine thousand men. Young Washington openly denounced the violation of the President's proclamation against mob violence, and then described some of the perpetrators of the offense. The hatred against him was so pronounced that he was forced to flee for his life, and taking his wife and children, he made his way, with the aid of white friends, through several states and into Ohio. He escaped injury and death in his travel from Mussel Shoals only by providential interference. Telephones were busy and small bands were holding up vehicles and searching the trains in every direction. After several days of quiet in Ohio, young Washington, against the advice of friends, made his way back to Tuskegee and his own home, but no sooner had he arrived than he was waited upon by friendly whites, who warned him of the conspiracy and pots to wreak vengeance upon him for his stand against the Sheffield outrage. His friends acknowledged their pain at the necessity imposed upon them by the mob and its lack of regard for justice and right, but felt that they would be powerless to protect young Booker, and possibly the institution if he remained there. Acting upon the spirit of sacrifice of self, and his duty to the great work of his father, young Washington, under cover of darkness, again made his way to a distant point and entrained for St. Louis, where he now is with his little family of wife and two children. Thus the criminal-minded minority in Alabama again blots the fair name of the state and the rest of the justice-loving people there, in spite of the incomparable work of the father of young Washington. There is no denying the fact that the late Booker T. Washington gave international reputation to Alabama and placed Tuskegee in the vocabulary of the world as well as proved himself a constructive educational reformer. Young Booker has been interviewed and is found undaunted in this concrete illustration of race hate in the South. He is a very competent young man and has the reputation of carrying through to successful conclusion anything which he undertakes. CLEVELAND BOY. DEAD IN FRANCE Mrs. Christina Hixon, of Cleveland, Ohio, is visiting her father, Mr. Grant Turner, of 176 Hawthorne Street. Mrs. Hixon's husband made the supreme sacrifice in France last November while on acct duty. CLOSE FIGHTING SUITED YANKEES Showed Their Individual Superiority in Hand-to-Hand Battling. WOUNDED TELL OF VICTORIES Give Graphic Descriptions of Personal Encounters With Enemy—Battalion of Marines Brings Down German Airplane. Paris.—When the change came from trench warfare to the more or less warfare of movement, the Americans got their long-desired opportunity to display their physical prowess and their individual superiority in hand-to-hand fighting. And they liked it—this close fighting—as evidenced by the smiles and laughs of the boys in the American army hospitals when they recount tales of bayonet charging, hand grenading at close quarters, and even the good, old American style of using the fists. Andrew Dumas of Burke, N. Y., was suffering a bit of pain from a wound in his hip, caused by shrapnel, but he forgot his sufferings when he told of doing away with three exponents of Prusianism with his bayonet. Dumas was injured while fighting in the sector north of Verdun where the Americans, 'straddling the Meuse river, met resistance of the most stubborn kind. "We crept out one night on a scouting proposition and met up with quite a gang of Huns," Dumas said. "We couldn't resist the temptation to have a go at them at close quarters. I know of three of them that went down with my bayonet. I wasn't injured until two days later." Calls it "Hot Stuff." Another Yank, who says "close up" fighting is "hot stuff." is Sergeant Adolph Stein of 535 St. Clair street, Lawrenceburg, Ind. It's Stein's second time in the hospital since the middle of August. His first wound was from a German high explosive, but his second trip to the hospital was caused by machine gun bullets—in each leg. He said he was just in reach of the machine gun nest when he fell. But, he added, his comrades "carried on" and got the gun. "Just to show you the difference between Americans and Germans. I've seen one American hold off five and six Germans with a rifle, and I had a man in my platoon, who, after being prisoner single-handed." Burt H. Daley of St. Chairsville, Q. who was wounded by a machine gun bullet in the hip, in fighting around Thaucourt, also told of close fighting. He said his platoon took many prisoners, the Germans preferring to surrender rather than try to stand up to the Americans in hand-to-hand combat. Surrounded by Germans because the American advance in the Champagne had been too rapid, a regiment to which William Robert Smoker, 910 May street, Philadelphia, was attached, fought its way through the enemy cordon and took prisoners. Smoker, injured later by shrapnel in the right leg, told how his regiment shortly returned to the attack and advanced three miles. For their bravery Smoker said the entire regiment was awarded the French fourragere. Down a German Flyer. An interesting story of how an entire battalion of marines, including a machine gun company, had a hand in bringing down a German airplane is told by N. W. Afferbaugh of Wood River, Neb. "Our battalion was in reserve in a small forest," explained Afferbaugh, who was later wounded in both legs by shrapnel. "All of a sudden we saw an American plane making for home. The plane seemed to be crippled. Immediately back of the American was a German plane, trying its best to finish the American. Both machines were flying low, just a few hundred feet above the earth. Every fellow there was just aching to get a crack at the Hull plane, and we waited until the American had passed on and the German was just above us. We all turned loose with our rifles and the machine gun company let fly with its rat-a-tat-tat. "The Boche immediately turned and tried to make for home, but he was forced to land about two city blocks from us. When we reached the spot where he came down we found that his plane had been riddled with bullets and that he had any number of bullet wounds in his legs, arms and body. However, I guess he will get over it, for he was immediately hustled off to n hospital." Using Talcum Powder in Celebrations Taboo Atlanta, Ga.—Talcum powder thrown into the faces of pedestrians on the streets here during the recent celebrations of peace have affected the eyes of a considerable number. One girl may lose her sight. Chief of Police Beavers has forbidden a repetition of talcum powder throwing. REV. GEORGE LELIOUS Who Is Making Great Success in Church Work at Eaton, Ohio. Sunday service was well attended, every one seemed to have a desire to do more for God in the future than they did the past year. The members have taken on new zeal and are putting forth every effort to bring the EAKER ST. NOTES Starting Sunday, every department of the church will be organized for a revival effort. We hope to have the cooperation of every member and friend of the church. Our week of prayer will begin Sunday, January 19, which is the third Sunday in this month. We have secured the service of Prof. E. W. B. Curry, the president of the Curry School at Urbana, Ohio, one of the best revivalists of the race. We urgently appeal to every member to begin praying now for the success of the meeting, and for the presence of the Holy Spirit. We will need many personal workers, the assistance' of the following boards and departments of the church: trustees, stewards, stewardesses, Sunday school, Christian Endeavor, choir members, Mite Missionary Society, class leaders, local preachers, with every department to take an active part. The heads of each of the above-named departments are urged to meet at the church Tuesday evening to complete an organization for team work. Do not fail to meet. This meeting will be under the head of the Official Board. At this meeting the following committees will be appointed: Personal Workers, Booster, Finance, Decoration, Publicity, and other committees necessary to carry on a successful meeting. Prayer meeting Tuesday night. Come out and start the New Year right. All services will be held at the usual hours Sunday. At'the morning service the members will be supplied with the pledge cards, and the envelopes will be distributed. The morning theme: "The Work of God and of Man." Last Sunday witnessed a good attendance in both the Sunday school and the Christian Endeavor Society. Keep up the attendance. Every member a booster, is the slogan. The Community House is open again and the regular activities are now going on. Quite a number were present Sunday afternoon at the social hour, and a very enjoyable afternoon was spent. The Phillis Wheatley Club will meet at the Community' House Tuesday evening, Jan. 14. Every Tuesday and Friday the Gem City Band meets at the Community House for rehearsal. The band has a church back to the old landmark. Friends are also working in the interest of the church. Three new members joined the church Sunday. Every first and third Sunday is our regular preaching service, at 10.40 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Sunday school every Sunday, 2:30 p.m. General class every second and fourth Sunday at 7:00 p.m. Brother Walden, leader. All are going director now and the man are doing good work. Thursday evening has been designated as Family Night. Every Thursday evening we woud be glad to have as many families of the community as possible to visit the house and spend the evening. Special entertainment will be provided for the public. The last affair of the year of 1918 given at the Community House was the pretty party of the Omega Girls. The house was beautifully decorated in the Christmas colors, red and green. The guests were entertained by musical selections by Mr. Roy Perry at the piano; singing, social chats, and games were the diversions of the evening. An elegant repast was served to the following guests and house hostess, Miss Pearl Greene: Misses Estella Mitchell, Katherine Mitchell, Blanche Small, Almeda Farrow, Daisy Brindle, Florence Mitchell, Mamie Banks, Roby King, Lettye Tarry, Levenia Carry, Nina Carrol, Velma Faut, and Mrs. Bertie Ellis; Messrs. Roy Terry, John Wesley Arnold, Earl Rollins, Carl Faut, Wm. Sheilds, Dewy Stone, Ss Cleon Packer, E. R. Richener, James Melone, and Lester Rock. Owen Sainte, and Loppo Balsam. Misses Roby King and Hazel Wilson entertained a company of friends at luncheon New Year's afternoon at the Community House. Those sharing the festivities of the afternoon were: Misses Elnora Mathews, Gussie Davis, and Pearl Greene, hostess of the house, Missrs. Monroe Young, Vernie Miller, Doty, Wilson, Landis, and Private Carter. ROSEBUD CLUB The Rosebud Club No. 1 met at, the residence of Mrs. Bettie Wilson, 428 W. Fifth Street. Quite a number of the members were present. After the business session, the hostess served a delightful lunch. The club is planning for a grand banquet at the parish house, January 14. A turkey supper will be served, at fifty cents per plate. Come one and all and have a nice time. The club will meet next at the residence of Rev. Wright, 1127 Germantown Street.—Mrs. J. Harris, Reporter. REVIVAL MEETING Revival services are being held at Salem Baptist Church. The Rev. P. Laughn of Louluiy Ky., is assisting the pastor, Rev. O. C. Thompson. The Lord is blessing the work. Many souls have been saved. NEEDLECRAFT CLUB welcome. EATON, OHIO, NOTES Mr. Earl Crain, of Dayton, spent Sunday with his mother, Mrs. Isabell Crain of 207 Walnut Street. She was also very glad to have so many of her friends to call, among those invited to dinner were Rev. George Lelious, of Dayton, and Mr. Ezra Lucus and family of Eaton. The Noodlenrift Social Club was entertained last week by our vice-president, Mrs. Gaynell Parks, 325 Sprague Street. A very delightful evening was spent. Wednesday evening of this week, Mrs. Zephyr Reed entertained the Needecraft Social Club at her residence, 99 Mead Street. The table was beautifully decorated, and the girls spent a very pleasant evening; they found it very interesting guessing the menu. Miss Della Jones being the fortunate one to quess the menu correctly, was favored with the prize. L. M. Caesar, Secretary. McKINLEY NOTES Revival in progress at the McKinley M. E. Church and will continue indefinitely'. Saturday evening at 8:00 p.m., the fourth and last quarterly conference for this conference year will be held by the district superintendent, Dr. D. E. Skelton. Sunday will be Quarterly Meeting Day. The holy communion will be administered by the district superintendent at 3:30, assisted by the visiting pastors of the city. A cordial invitation to all the services of the day is extended to the general public. BALL DE LUXE The ball dated for January 17 at Masonic Hall promises to be the event of the season. Messrs. Nathaniel Nesbitt and James G. Towles who have it in charge are doing their level best to make it a grand affair; so if you have not purchased your ticket, please see either of the above named at your earliest convenience. PLEASANT RIDGE A. M. E. MISSION Rev. George Lelious, pastor. Services second and fourth Sundays in each month. Preaching 3:00 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. General class and praise service first and third Sunday. MT. PISGAH BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. Preaching, 11:30, by the pastor. Preaching at night by Rev. W. L. Jamison. You are cordially invited to these services. Rev. O. E. Price, Pastor. S. A. Hummons, Secretary. Madam C. J. 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I there are a good many things I could tell you, but it would take too long to write it, and the way things look now, I guess we will be on our ay home soon, and then I can ten it better than I can write it. We certainly went through something in helping to drive those Bocnes back, but every one did his part. Garfield Jones and Clarence Swayes were in the same hospital with me, but are getting along all O. K. now. I have now joined my company, after spending two months in the hospital. Are you still at the ammunition plant? Give my regards so your wife and family and friends. Hoping to see you soon, I am, as ever, My Dear Superintendent: I know that there has been much surprise because I haven't written be- FORUM—Jan 8—TWO fore the above date; but what has been the main reason? It is this: the soldiers over here had "pas beaucoup" (not much) freedom in writing in the days of fighting. The armistice was signed, as you know, the eighth of November, but the third battalion, which includes Co. M, was right at the heels of the retreating Germans and did not receive news of it until the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918. We were not more than five kilometers from Rocrois, and seven kilometers from the Belgian border. We reached it in the same day in the early afternoon. Having entered a certain village, we were well received by the French and Belgian civilians and perhaps by the German soldiers who were there also, some armed and some unarmed. We would have fired upon them had not the adjutant ridden up and stopped us. In the evening of November 11, Lt. Co. Duncan, who was in command of the Third Battalion, instructed us not to mistreat or talk to the Germans. He said if we did it would violate the armistice. This was in the village of Que d'Housse, which was three hundred yards from the first village. A German unarmed came up to me and attempted to start a conversation, but of course it was denied him. He could speak English. The Lord has been with me and the regiment, and we are full of experience and information. But since we will be home or in the U. S. A. before January, I will not write many more letters to you but give to you personally when I visit, if the Lord permits. Greet the pastor, your family, the church, the Sunday school, and the choir, and the Christians yourself. I have only had one petty grenade wound above the left ear. I got your address from Kendall today. CARL BURNS. Co. G, 372 U. S. Inf., A. E. F., France, Dec. 8, 1918. A. M. E. Church, Dayton, Ohio. Dear Church: Before we go very far, allow us to say that, when we say "Church" we mean the people that make up the congregation. In the papers we read and from various conversations, we hear that the grand old church of Eaker Street is to purchase, or probably by this late date has bought, a small tract of land on which to build a larger, a more beautiful tabernacle, convincing more people to worship the Great Triune God, the General of the Christian army. We are penetrated with the idea that not a better, not a more needed task could ever have been begun. The churches of America can by no means realize the good that they have done towards the fighting men of the nation. It is through the churches that so many of us yet live to return to America and begin again the daily occupations that were so suddenly stopped. How often we have wished that we were on the soils of America, where we could send to you our contributions for helping in the cause! But, being thousands of miles aay, we fear the transit of mail; therefore we would not send you from such a distance away, our contribution, even though it might, in comparison, be small. But now that the war is over and won, and that our return to America is not far from hand, we all con- tent ourselves with the thought of bringing our contribution with us, when we do chance to return. Feeling quite sure that the above will meet with your approval, due to the fact that duty called us away making it impossible for us to do as we so desired, we close, sending hopes that the dear, beloved pastor and family are enjoying the best of health, and that he shall ever continue to speak the Word, thus making the world better for mankind. Sincerely yours in prayers, SGT. A. L. KING, SGT. J. M. BUTLER. With Splendid Big Banquet AMERICAN WOODMEN ENTERTAIN SUPREME Hon. C. W. White Enjoys Dayton Dayton Camp No. 4, American Woodmen, did itself proud in the way it entertained Supreme Commander C. M. White at Denver, Colo. Sunday morning, the Supreme Commander, accompanied by Vice-Supreme Commander H. L. Billups, attended services at Zion Baptist Church, where they were presented to the congregation. Sunday afternoon, at a called meeting of the Dayton Camp, the Supreme Commander obligated new members and delivered a stirring, instructive address. Sunday evening, at Eaker Street Church, a public program consisting of several welcome addresses and musical numbers was given in honor of Mr. White. Vice-Supreme Commander Billups presented Mr. White to this audience, and the supreme officer was given rapt attention while he told of the wonderful success of the American Woodmen since colored officers have been in charge. The order has camps in every Southern and almost every Central and Western state, with more than $300,000 in its treasury. It is one of the largest business enterprises in the world controlled by coined people. Monday night a banquet was tendered Mr. White at the Chamber of Commerce, Elks' Building. It was one of the finest affairs of its kind ever given in the city of Dayton by our people. The menu which was served under the supervision of Mrs. Bessie Hopkins, consisted of all the delicacies of the season. The after-dinner speeches were sound and instructive. Among the speakers were Rev. Meade, toastmaster, Rev. Parsons, Atty Cordin, Rev. Burton, Mr. Wm. Bell, Rev. Day, Mrs. T. J. Smith, Atty. Billups, the Hon. Mr. White, and Rev. T. J. Smith. Supreme Commander White spoke of the good impressions he had of Dayton and expressed his appreciation of the treatment he had received here. The banquet was a splendid display of intelligence and beauty, and will be long remembered. The officers of the local camp of Woodmen, and the committee that arranged for the entertaining of the Supreme Commander, deserve much credit for their splendid work. Although Dayton Camp is just three months old, it has more than one hundred members and is making rapid progress. E. R. Marchant is commander, and Harry Grayson, secretary. NORWOOD AVE. CHURCH OF CHRIST The new year has come upon us, bringing new obligations and greater possibilities. Let each and every member fix their expectations on greater and nobler things. Among the many things which have added to our enjoyment of the approach of this new year, is the kind remembrance of the members in a surprise given the pastor and family on last Friday evening. The Ladies' Aid Society, under the management of Mrs. Emmer Oldham, came to our home on that evening with baskets, sacks, and boxes filled to overflowing with every good and helpful sustenance of the home. Flour, meal, meat, butter, eggs, coffee, lard, beans, potatoes, and entables of every description too numerous to mention in a single article, and filled to the limit the entire top of an eight-foot dining-room table. For this thoughtful and God-sent blessing, our sincere than's are earnestly tendered each and every one who in any way contributed to its supplies. Words indeed fail us to give satisfaction to our earnest appreciation of their kindness bestowed upon us. Long live the Ladies' Aid Society. The Ladies' Aid Society will give a Loving Hand Social at the residence of Mrs. Chas. Oldham on Weidner Street, Saturday evening, January 11. All are cordially invited to attend and enjoy the evening with them.-J. B. Parsons Pastor. The Christian Woman's Missionary Society will hold their regular monthly meeting at the church, Thursday evening, January 9, at 8:40 p.m. All members are urged to be present—Mrs. Virginia M. Parsons, President. Last Sunday morning the new officers and teachers of the Sunday school were installed in a brief ceremony by the pastor. Brother G. W. Dunn, who retired after none years of faithful service as superintendent, was presented a handsome gold watch chain by the Sunday school as a token of appreciation for his untiring services. Mrs. Mattie Wheally made the presentation. Brother J. P. Jeton was installed as the new superintendent. He made some very appropriate remarks in accepting the office, and assured the school that it might expect the best that was in him to make the Sunday school what it should be along all lines. The opportunity for members to suggest methods for improvement in the church work as a factor in making it meet the demands of the age along lines of construction, is still open at the midweek service Wednesday evening. Many helpful suggestions were made this week. Baptizing Monday evening, January 133. Rev, F. L. Tate, of Mount Olive, will preach at the baptismal service. The church hopes to register every member for service this year. RETURNS FROM THE SOUTH Mr. David Jones, of the firm of Jones Brothers, Undertakers, has returned home after a very pleasant and profitable trip through the Southland, Mr. Jones visited Chatanogoa, Teem, Coumbus and Atlanta, Ga., and Birmingham, Ala., and says he had a most delightful time. He also visited the noted Tuskegee Institute and a number of small towns in Alabama and Georgia and was very much interested in the things he saw. "The Southern people are indeed very hospitable and seem to take a delight in welcoming strangers to their homes," says Mr. Jones. While in Columbus, Ga., Mr. Jones was the guest of Miss Emma Stovall. ACTIVE IN WAR WORK BORN DURCHFIELD WESTERN Lady Harcourt, who was formerly Miss Ethel Burns of New York, daughter of Walter H. Burns, and whose mother was a sister of the late J. P. Mogan, is now an ardent worker in the St. John's Ambulance Voluntary aid. Lady Harcourt has been one of the hardest working members of the American colony in London since the outbreak of the war. She has helped to organize several hospitals and the American Nurses' club in London. She is here seen in the uniform of the St. John's Ambulance Voluntary aid. LEGAL NOTICE To Stephen Bergeen, whose place of residence is unknown, you will take notice that the said plaintiff did on the 19th day of Nov. A. D., 1918, file her petition against you in the Common Please Court, Division of Domestic Relations, Montgomery county, O., being cause No. 44.301, praying for a decree of divorce from you upon the ground of wilful absence for more than three years last past. You are required to answer her petition not later than six weeks after the date of the first publication of this notice, to-wit, Nov. 22nd, 1918, or such divorce may be granted. EYGIE BURGOEN, Pitf. VIII William Hall's Rooming House Dayton's first and only Colored Plumbers Plumbing, Steam and Gas Fitting Boost Beautiful Idlewild Boost Beautiful Idlewild Let your New Years gift be a purchase at Idlewild resort. Buy now before prices advance on lots. Idlewild is the only real resort in the world for the race. Four Reasons Why You Should Buy (a) If you buy a lot, as long as you keep it you will not be dependent or homeless. (b) You can buy a lot in Idlewild because the payments are in your reach, only six dollars cash and one dollar per week. (c) If you buy a lot you will be saving your money and a good investment. (d) If you buy a lot you will always have a place to go where you can enjoy your vacations to the fullest extent, build up your health, increase your business efficiency and increase your producing powers. W. N. TAUL, Dayton Agent Your Clothes Got the "Flu" Samuel Young, Clothes Doctor Bell M. 6813 439 W. 5th HAZEY P. LORITTS FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND LICENSED EMBALMER PROMPT AND COURTEUS TREATMENT TO ALL "Automobile Hearse and Carriages" Office 636 W. 5th Dayton, Ohio Bell Phone 3887 Main 9248 CALL WAR WORK WINS PLACE FOR WOMEN Great Britain Recognizes Part They Played in Saving Nation. MAY SIT IN "LORDS" SOON Will Have Big Role in Reconstruction Work—War Brings Right to Vote and Sit in House of Commons. London.—The women of Great Britain are going to play a big role in reconstruction. They have won the right to be heard by saving the nation—and the nation recognizes it. The war has brought British women the vote and the right to sit in the house of commons—sacred to the "stronger sex" throughout the history, of the British empire. It is probable women's right to sit in the house of lords will be established shortly, as well as the admittance of women to the professions on an equal footing with men. The question of "equal pay for equal work" has been met in instances, but largely it remains to be fought out after the industrial change-over. Want Age Limit Lowered. Only women over thirty may vote, but there is already a demand that this age limit be reduced. Women have also invaded the "strangers' gallery" of the commons, as the public gallery is called. The first woman to take advantage of this newly won privilege was Mrs. Walker Kerr of Kensington, who formerly lived in New Zealand, where she had the vote for 25 years. English papers predict that women will add dignity to the commons, dignified as it is, and prevent "nim" members from hiding behind pillars and doors when a "count" is demanded. Already a number of women have announced they will be candidates in the coming elections—many of them on planks dealing with reconstruction tasks. Mrs. Dacre Fox, one of the leaders of the "intern 'em all" agitation, made the following statement in connection with her intention to oppose Sir George Cave, the home secretary: "I will oppose him because his department placed every obstacle in the way of the internment of all enemy aliens." Here are views expressed by prominent women of England upon the new order: Mrs. Pankhurst; "The decision of the house in granting women the right to sit as members was the logical outcome of getting the vote, but I think the vote is much the more important thing. I shall vote to get the right type of men into parliament rather than to get women into parliament. I am very anxious that the strength of the woman voters—6,000,000 strong—shall be given to help combat the very real danger of international bolshevism." "Sex Makes No Difference." Lady Frances Balfour: "The sooner the nation forgets the sex of its enfranchised citizens, or its members in public work, the better for all concerned. Sex must make no difference in the binding obligations of those who form that great assemblage, the faithful commons, in the mother of parliaments." Baroness Rhondda (who as a peeress in her own right is expected to claim, as a test case, the right of women to sit in the house of lords): "I think it is just as desirable that women should be in the house of lords as it is that they should sit in the commons. The way for women in the lords will be made easier by the admission of women to the commons." OFFICE GIRL SPRAYS HIM Soldier at Vancouver Barracks Finds Way to Fool Military Police. Portland, Ore.—During the Spanish influenza epidemic here soldiers from Vancouver Barracks who were visiting the city had to report back at retreat for "spraying" unless they got "sprayed" in Portland. And as there wasn't any spure throat-spray of the required variety in Portland most of the soldiers went home. One of them, however, proved resourceful. He went to a friendly doctor, got the office girl to spray him with disinfectant from an atomizer, write on one of the doctor's prescription blanks: "This is to certify that Private Blank has been sprayed in this office." A rubber stamp signature affixed made it "look good," and members of the military police, hunting unsprayed troopers, accepted it and let the soldier go his way. Two Ducks Killed by Tire Blow Out. Kato, N. Y. — Leigh Hampton donned his rubber boots and drove his automobile to Sweet creek to wash the machine. He had worked nearly ten minutes when two ducks swum down the creek and under the car. When Hampton was ready to depart he discovered the ducks picking at the rear tire. Before he could drive them away the tire blew up. Both ducks were killed. enn SRE CS : : sin glee: : re Sie : % . ee ppm CTC eT MT Rea Scie 5 Tpeecenegty US aR OR gto " SE ie cis j i Po Son Seimees eo Ree deena thse Ne eae ate aha igs 4 oo Tae meee oie ‘ \ Qe, || AM » of Wakes, \ agin “ a ee eal Nota “¥ a SENN j Ein SN ha 7 Publishéil every Friday at 428 West Fifth St, Dayton Ohfo, by J, H. RIVES SUBSCKIPTION RATES OO OOF eae e nce ee LO Gx months ee BB One MOWER rennin 1 ADVERTISING RATES Display advertising, per inch... 30c Obituaries, per Hine. wnnennn BE Card of Thanks... 50€ della! pel tine Be ‘We are not responsible for the re- urn or preservation of unsolicited contributions. ‘All communications sent to the ‘offee must have the signature of the writer, not necessurily for publication, but as evidence of good faith. We are not responsible for the ews of our correspondents. Communications intended for publi- * gation during the same week must be tm the office by WEDNESDAY. cpm Entered as second-class matter Buly 4, 1918, at the postoffice at Dayton, Ohio, under the act of March 8, 1879. Local Items FURY RESCH SOr me Ore System of Hair Dressing call at 266 Hawthorne streot. Bell Main 7795. MRS, DILLARD ESTELL FOR SALE—Second-hand Furni- ture and Stoves, Also upholstering, ‘repairing and cabinet making, W. H. Jones, 1011 West Fifth stret. Give me a trial. Quite a surprise was given Miss Mable Burton, of 418 Norwood Ave., by her brother, Schuyler, Saturday evening, January 4, in honor of her thirty-second birthday anniversary. ‘Those present were the Misses Row- ena Wright, Nannie Clark, Mattie Jackson, Mildred Colston, Lueretia Faulkner, Mrs, Anna Fillmore and daughter Dorothy, Messrs. Roy Terry, Levi Carter, Parsons, Dickerson. ‘The menu consisted of sweetbread patties, creamed peas, hot chocolate, brick ice cream, and assorted cake. At the conclusion of the menu, a beau- tifully decorated birthday cake with thirty-two little candles set in pink rosebuds, was presented to Miss Bur- ton by her brother; also a beautiful bow! of cut flowers was presented her by her mother and father. Many handsome and useful presents were received. The diversions of the even: ing were instrumental and vocal musi ‘and games. The guests departed wishing Mis: Burton many happy returns of the day. FOR RENT—Five unfurnishe¢ rooms at $1.75 per room. Furnishec rooms $3.00. Call 540 Homestenc “Avenue, from 3 to 6 p.m. Mr. Orange Chenault and family “Mr, and Mrs, J. B. Blackburn, anc Mr. and Mrs. John Miller have re turned from Mt, Sterling, Ky., wher: they went to bury their beloved wife and mother, Mrs. Kate Chenault, Mis: Melissa. Washington accompanied) the family to Mt. Sterling. Mrs. Viola Haskins, of Springfield ‘Ohio, was the guest of her aunt, Mrs "Dock Leach, of 18 Peace Street, o1 December 81, 1918. 1 The gtoyk visited the home of Mr rand Mrs. Hough, on Pease Street, an DRESSMAKING—By Mrs. W. B Wolls, of 717 Haskett Street, Bell oMain 6882, deft & fine little girl, Mz, Bat! Rollins left this week fo Miami, Florida, where he will spen: the rest of the winter. ‘Miss Melissa Washington has re ‘umed to Wilberforee University t resume her course in nurse training. Mrs, Alice Hunter Smith lett Weds nesday for Miami, Florida, where she ‘will spend the next three months. She will also visit Cuba before returning. ‘The Zionian Club gave 2 most en- joyable house picnic at the hospitable residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edw. Young, 14 Elwood Ave, on Saturday ‘evening, last, where the guests were entertained by music and talks till the supper, hour, when a delightful repast was served. ‘After supper, Mrs, Russell Edgar, jon behalf of the club, presented to the hostess, in an appropriate speech, an exquisite four-piece boudoir set of hand-painted china, in appreciation of her faithful and efficient services as president, Mrs. Young responding in her usual pleasing manner. ‘Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Martin, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hatheock, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hunt, Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Payton, Mr. and Mrs. James Fields Mr, and Mrs. Russell Edgar, Mr. and Mrs. John Adkins, Mr. and Mrs, John Ray, Mr. and Mrs. John Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Boone, Mesdames Ed- na Taylor, Anna Prewitt, Louise John. son, Ida Mayden, Zenna Johnson, Misses Eliza Bilis and Maude Brown, and Messrs, E, L. Henderson, Thad Barnes, Harry Jackson, Taylor Ellis, and J. P, Jetton, All present voted the ocasion an exceptionally happy New Year's af- fair, and departed with best wishes for the Zionian Club and their very hospitable host and hostess. Prof. S. G. Hough, educational sec- retary at Camp Sherman, spent the week end with his brother, C. J. Hough, of Pease Street. His mother, Mrs. Arnetta C. Hough, of Jamea- town, Ohio, is also here gnd will re- main a few days. Mr. and Mrs, Dock Leach, of 18 Pease Street, were happily and agree- ably surprised on their fifty-first wed- ding aniversary, December 31, 1918. ‘They were presented with many beau- tiful gifts, and a handsome purse of money by members of Ancient Square Lodge No. 40, F, and A. M., friends and neighbors. After spending a very pleasant evening, the guests departed wishing Mr. and Mrs, Leach many more happy and successful returns of their aniversary. Sergeant Zack Wilson, 14 Fromm Street, lefy Sunday evening for the U.S. Army hospital, West Baden, In- diana. Sergeant Wilson wishes to thank his friends for making the hol- idays so pleasant for him. A “mid- winter picnic,” he called it. Those who entertained were Mr. and Mrs. Lafayette Robinson, Mr. and Mrs, James Moorman, Mr. and Mrs. James Douglas. Sergeant Wilson hopes tc get his discharge soon. ST. MARGARET'S NEWS. Father J. N. Samuels-Relboder, Vicar Special memorial services on Sun- day afternoon at four o'clock in honor ‘of the late Colonel Theodore Roose- velt, ex-President of the United ‘States, a traly loyal son of the church, = the first of the great cftizens of this republic. ‘The order of service is: Processional, Chopin's Funeral March; Sentences from the Burial Service; Hymn; the Lesson; Nune Dimittis, the Creed and Versicles; Prayers commen- datory for the repose of the soul in paradise; Hymn; Bulogy by the viear; Offertorium; Prayer; Benediction; De Profundis, sung by the vicar at the altor; Recessional. We most solemnly invite the public to participate in this memorial service to America’s fear- less champion of right and justice and honor. St. Margaret's closses the civil year with a neat sum to its credit. It is the first such year in its existence. The Board is congratulated highly by the vicar. A new spirit of endeavor is in the wills of the Board and is walking abroad in the atmosphere of the little church. It is the Spirit of God among men. Like leaven, hidden in a barrel of meal, we look to see it permeate and influence the entire church until the whole is leavened. The children of the Sunday school are to have a service, “The Festival of Lights,” arranged by the viear, on Candlemas Day. The little ones are eager for the time to come, which will be on February 2, Nothing of this nature has eeebrev ‘in ievng Ceordiaya nature has ever been given in Dayton. We shall be happy to welcome every ‘one who comes to attend this service Regular services on Sunday: 10: 00 a.m. Sunday school; 11:00 a.m. jmeming prayer and sermon; 4:00 p m., memorial service in honor of the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, ex-President of the United States. The public is most cordially invites jand requested to attend. Come pre ‘ered to pray and receive a blessing. Py 3 PROMENADE CLASS AT MASONIC HALL Every Monday Night Pat and Jim Brown, Managers Brown Family Orchestra GRAVES WELL) MARKED French Guard Last Resting Places of Yanks. ‘Americans Will Have No Difficulty In Finding Graves of Relatives. | Paris, Americans wil. have no trouble fo finding the graves of rela- tives who fell ou the fleld of buttle In France, after they obtain from the graves registry bureau the location of ‘the interment, ‘The French are taking excellent care of the last resting places of Amert- eans, Crosses with name plates bave been erected over the burial places of every Identified man that has fallen. Usually the steel helmet of the wan—and It generally has bis name written on the hatband—has been placed on the g.ave, together with his bayonet, thrust Into the earth ax a sort of foot stone. Often his canteen land cartridge belt have been hung j from the eross. An Identity disk 1s nailed to the | cross, and sometimes papers describ- ing his tdentity und how he fell have |been placed ina corked bottle, the jneck of which Is fmbedded in the j earth. ‘There Is no danger that French ct- villans in the regiong where the men are burled will appropriate any of | these articles as souventrs. Four long years of war, with the discarded equlp- | ment of Germans, British and French | scattered over the terrain hus purged ; them of all desire or longing for som | ventrs, Civilians returoing to their shett shattered homes have found their front gurdens converted into a cemetery of three or four graves. But the graves have not been molested, on the other hand, they are kept up by efvilians, who keep the edges trimmed and « spray of flowers or leaves on the mound. Eyen the children respect the burial places, und while they may pick up bayonets or grenades that they find in the fields they never touch the equip: ment placed on the graves. iS { : Stewart & Dooley ) 5 : | | | PLUMBERS : Dayton latest plumbers. A\ll orders given prompt attention , | 412 So. Williams St. Bell Main 5630 Dayton, Ghio | BRAVERY OF YANKS PRAISED A. J. Cone Distinguishes Himself When Leinster Is Torpedoed by Huns, Dublin—A. J. Cone, an Amoriean, 1s praised by the survivors of the Leinster, whieh was torpedoed by the Huns on the day they started thelr ‘overtures for armistice, He fs said to have spared no of- forts to stay the alarm and confusion which ensued when the first torpedo struck the vessel. He passed out life preservers and worked Incessuntly at the boats to get the women and-chil- dren away from the big ship in the ifebonts, He was assisting at one of the smal bonts, when the second torpedo struck the ship, Mr. Cone was thrown down, When he atterapted to rise he found himself disabled. Both his legs had been broken by the shock. ‘Then he rolled himself to the edge of the deck, worked his way through the guard and dropped into the wa- ter. He was picked up by one of the rescuing ships, INDIANS TO REBURY DEAD Elaborate Burial Rites Will Mark Transfer of Bonee of Chippewas. Superior, Wis.—Chippewa Indfans are preparing for elaborate burlal rites to be held at a cemetery here where the bones of nearly 200'of their tribes- men have been interred again after be- ing removed from their former resting place near the harbor. The old Indian burial ground is being converted into the site for an industrial concern and the company engaged in the work ts placing the skeletons of the red mep in the new cemetery, TO SEIZE LIQUOR VESSELS Officera In Washington Take Oraati ‘Steps to Stop Traffic in Booze, ‘a Hoquiam, Wash.—Vessela that bring Niquor Into this port will be seized un di those responsible are punished, ac cording to # decision of police author ities here. Automobiles and other con yeyances that carry intoxicants will be confiscated. As fines and imprisonment have failed to check the traffic, officer: have decided to take this drastic ac | tion, which is made legal by provisions | of the prohibition act, RRR dR | Grounded Light Wire | Makes Peculiar Catch Mechanicsburg, 0, — Henry Stanley insists that this is a “true” story, It is about three- linemen, ‘They were coming across the field near Hopkins’ country home, Noting the lights had be- come dim they looked around for the cause. 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