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The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
MoRRIsTowN PosroFFICE.
Open from 7 In the Morning Until 7
In the Evening.
MAILS CLOSE.

Open nom In the morning UnUll
In the Evening.
MAILS CLOSE.
1904. M.-For New York aud all intermedi-
ate stations.
sl5A. M.-For Easton, Newton, Chester and
all intermediAte stations. Whippany.
s.l5A. M.-For Brookside. Mendham and all
stations on the Rockaway Valley Railroad.
aba M.-For New York! and intermediates
stations.
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9.4SA. M.-For Newark. New York and be-
yond.
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yond.
12.45 P. M.-For New York and all interme-
date stations.
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$50 p. M.-For New York and all interme-
date stations.
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T.oOA. H,-From New York and intermedi-
ate stations
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mediate stations. Whippany. Mt Freedom.
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stations on the Rockaway Valley Railroad.
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ate stations.
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ate stations.
lisp. M.-Frora New York.
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ton, Chester and intermediate stations.
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stations on the Rockaway Valley Railroad.
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ate stations.
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The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
White Lace Gowns.

Lovely gowns are made of white
lace over silver or gold tissue. Such
toilet was accompanied by gold
colored crossoyer taffeta scarf and a
hat of the same tone that was
fluffy mass of crinoline, tulle, straw
and feathers.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
Tapestry Blue Popular.

1t is important to know exactly
what is meant by tapestry blue, for
that is the leading color of the season
in costumes and house gowns and
in millinery. A visit to the establish
ments where old tapestries are for
sale will prove helpful
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
The Airshin Hat.

Paris is showing hat on the toque
order, which, because of it's shape, is
known as the airship. 1t is made up
in soft straw braid, and will be one
of the seasons extreme novelties.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
pisastrous Fire at Newberry, ana.

Two-thirds of the business district
of Newberry, Fla, the most important
town in the phosphate belt, has been
burned, with loss of 100000,
about one-third being covered by in
-surance.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
A Chic Combination.

Girdle and bretelles of black velvet
upon gown Of white mousseline
over green; this is chic combina-
ton that will appeal to some girls
with a good deal of style.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28

either with or without lining, it be-
comes adapted to cotton and linen
fabrics quite as well as to those of
silk and wool, while again it suits
both the separate waist and the en-
tire frock, SO that its usefulness is
exceptionally extensive. The trim
ming bands are distinctly novel and
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
Tucked Blouse.

The lingerie blouse appears to
grow in popularity from month to
month, with the result that new and
fresh designs are constantly appear
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28

from the stranger. 81 am nothing
but wounded soldier. Be quiet
now, I'll reward you. Close your
door"
Keeping her eyes upon the unwel-
come visitor, she reluctantly did as
she was bid The soldier stretched
out his hand, saying, Now, help me
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
HOW TO LOCATE AN ALARM.

If the alarm is sounded from box rs, the fire
bell will strike two, then pause and strike Ave,
which will indicate that the fire is in the vicin-
ity of No. % box. Every alarm is repeated
four times
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28
WHEN THE FIRE BELL RINGS. J
Look at This and You VIII Be Able
to Locate the Blaze.

HOW TO SEND IN AN ALARM.
To send in an alarm, open box and pull down
the lever on the inside. When an alarm is
sent in, the fire bell will sound the number of
the box and repeat the alarm four times.
There are several keys to each box, which are
held by persons living nearby-a card attached
to each box gives the names of such holders.
Policemen also have keys.
The Morris County chronicle. [volume] (Morristown, N.J.) 1877-1915, 1907-05-28

HERE squatted
in one corner of
Col. Wallets
plantation a lit
tie hut occupied
by old Granny
Brown, who had
lived by herself
nearly twenty
years. For the
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
Abilene

Sept. 10, 1907.
We have just had one Of the old
time protracted Methodist meetings al
Beulah Church. II was the most
successful meeting that has been held
around here for several years, a good
many people joined Beulah while there
were several who joined elsewhere. IL
was attended by large congregations
at both morning and evening services.
The meeting was conducted by Rev
f. II. Powell, assisted by Rev. Hugh
Paylor Of Richmond.
Miss Lee Spencer, has recently re-
turned TO her home in Rocky Mount
after spending awhile with her broth
er, Mr.. Dance Spencer
There was a Sunday School picnic
at Mt. Nebo last Saturday also an
educational lecture in the afternoon.
a bOuntiful dinner was spread and EN-
joyed very much by each and every
one.
Miss Ethel Dixon, Of Eureka Mills,
visited her grandmother, Mrs. Horace
Garter last Saturday and Sunday
Rev. West Dixon aud wife, are now
spending awhile with his home people
Of this place on their way home at
Brookneal from Jamestown.
Miss Margaret Davis is now visit
ing Miss Lula Carter, Of Charlotte.
Mrs Charlie Norward, Of South
Boston, visited the past two weeks in
the home Of her cousin, Tom Cary.
Miss Sadie Turns, Of Darlington
Heights spent the past two weeks
with her aunt, Mrs. Logan Womack
OF this place.
Mrs. Violet Roane and sons Walter
and Robert, are now visiting her broth
er, Mr.. Tom Cary.
There will be a lecture and lawn
party at Beulah Church Thursday
night September the 18th, subject
On the Jolly Side Of Life. Each
and every one is cordially invited to be
present.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
HamDden.Sldney ReODenS.

The one hundred and thirty-second
session Of Hampden-Sidney College
opened Wednesday afternoon at 1
O'Clock with an address by Professor
George Walker, Of Virginia Polytech-
mic Institute. Professor Walker chose
a. his subject "The Two Educations. 20
handling it not only in very thought
ful and thorough way. but in a most
pleasing manner. The college chapel
in which the speaking took place held
an unusually large audience for such
an occasion, there being besides the
families Of the Chill" the students
and a number Of alumni in attendance.
The students continue to comeinbrisk-
ly, and a great many are on the
ground.
Indications point 10 an increase Of
nearly twenty per cent. over that Of
last session, which was the largest in
a number Of years.
a greater number Of states are rep
resented than has been the case for
many years, not few coming from
great distance.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
AMELIA COUNTY
Ietersville

sept 7, 1907.
Mr. Emmett Webster. OF Marion has
recently purchased the Mercer proper
ty at this place.
Mr.. Blunt, the photographer Of
Clover, Va, was here two days this
week and photographed number OF
people.
Nr. Perry, Of Miami, Florida, De-
visiting at Mr.. T. g. Fosters.
Mrs. sallie Lawrence, Of Richmond,
is visiting Mrs. Mary Grigg.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. p. Francis and
daughter have returned TO their home
IN Marion.
Miss Jane Irving and Miss Jane
Johnson have been appointed teachers
IN the public school at thi, place which
will open on September l6.
Rev Kenny has just closed series
ofmeetings at the Presbyterian Church
and a similar meeting will be held al
Methodist Church next week, con.
Quoted by Rev. T. o. Edwards
Mrs. J. > Morris is visiting friends
I'm Farmville.
Miss Glenn Warmer will attend the
Normal school, at Famville.
Miss Allie Spaulding, Of Richmond.
Is visiting the Misses Clark she has
been appointed teacher Of the Public
school at Painevllle.
Misses Hattie and Nettie Bailey ex-
pect to attend the Exposition next
week
The progressive farmers iu this
locality have recently organized a
"Jetersvllle Dairy Association and
have bought \ acre lot In the yll-
lage and expect to feed us on cream
and honey 10 the future.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
Mr.. and Mrs. Badgeti Entertain.

Monday night Mr.. and Mrs =, muel
r. Badeee Of Stoddert, entertained at
their home in honor Of their visiting
relative, Miss Orabel Crockett Of Halls
VILE, Ky. The guests were charming
ly entertained with music and merri-
ment Astounding until the hour Of
leayetaking. Delicious refreshments
were elegantly served. Among the
invited were. Misses Belle Blanton,
Mabel Vaughan, Happy Blanton,
Rosa Blanton, Kate Wicker, Of
Tampa, Fla, Orabel Crockett, Mrs.
I. :. Cowherd, Of Clifton Forge; Mrs.
Platt Blsnton, Mrs. Maynard French,
Messrs. V. ID. Venable, Webster
Blanton, H. T. Stokes, h. L. Blanton,
Platt Blanton, \. V Wade, W. C..
Duvall, Bolts Blanton, stuart Blan-
ton, VIII Vaughan and J. l.. Hart
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
Death Of Aged Lady.

Died near Rice Depot, Aug. 27th IN
her sOth year, Mrs. Mary Jane smith
at the home Of her son, George W.
Smith
Burial services were conducted from
the home oh the 18th IN the presence
Of large concourse Of friends and
neighbors by the Rev. J. II. Davis, Of
Farmville.
Mrs Smith had been gradually de-
clining Of old age for some months and,
faithfully nursed by her children, had
awaited the appro ,ch Of death with
out fear "desiring to depart and to be
with Jesus"
She had lived consistent member
Of the Baptist Church from an early
age performing all the duties Of wife,
mother and neighbor so as to win the
affection and approval Of all.
She leaves several children TO mourn
her loss Mrs. V. W. Kuhn and Mrs.
sallie Martin, Of East Radford, and
Messrs. James r., Geo. w. and > f..
smith. Of Prince Edward.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
A True Snake Story.

For some time Mrs J. w. Fowlkes
who resides near Hampden-Sidney,
had been missing eggs from her hen
nests, and she was unable to account
for their disappearance. She used as
a nest egg a large porceleon salt shak-
er. which about one month ago also
disappeared. One day last week
Capt. Fowlkes discovered a big snake
curled in one Of the nests, and being
AZ. aid to attack the reptile with a stick
hurried for his gun. He shot the
snake and decided TO hold an autopsy
upon the remains Of his snakeship.
Upon doing so out Of the reptiles
stomach rolled several whole eggs and
the salt stand, the latter measuring
four inches in diameter and about five
inches in length.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY

september no. 1917

felten.
september 10, 1917.
The meeting at Mt Pleasant Gloss d
last Friday afternoon.
Messrs. John Henry Allen and A. I
Calhoun and Mrs. sam Allen and
daughter, Kathleen, attended the Ex-
position last week.
Miss Estelle Ransom has gone 10
Roanoke where she is attending BUSH
ness college.
Misses Ida Scott and Bessie Rucker
returned TO the Normal last week.
Mrs. VIII Painter and little dsught-
er, Of Iazewell, are visiting her sister
Ms. K. Boron Watts.
Miss Bessie Barksdale, who has
been visiting ia Farmyille is At home
again.
Mr.. and Mr.. J. p. McCraw spent
yesterday at Mr. g. G. Womacks.
Mr.. Ben Allen and sons, Of Norfolk,
are visiting 81 the home Of hi, sister,
Mrs. Kate Jones.
Misses Mamie and susie McCraw,
returned Saturday from q pleasant
visit TO their aunt at Nutbush.
Miss Irene Moore, who has been
visiting her sister, Mrs. Walter Barks-
dale has returned 10 Richmond.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
Buffalo
September II, 1907

September IL, 1907.
Mrs. +. C. Hunt, and two children
are visiting at the home Of Nj b r
Hunt.
Mr.. Harry Jones, Of Newport News,
is visiting his friend, Mr. Hugh G.
cunningham.
Mrs. W NJ. G. Ransom, Of Buck
ingham, Is at the home Of Mr.. W. b.
Binford this week.
Misses May and Adeline Cunning
ham were the guests Of Mrs Walter
Rice, at Elan, few days this week.
Miss Helen NJ. Hunt, who has
has been spending week at her faith
er's, will return 10 Richmond this
week.
Miss Mary Dillon is attending the
Exposition this week.
Miss Alice Crswley, Of Dinwiddie.
who taught Buffalo school last year,
was reappOinted much to the delight
OF the patrons ard neighborhood in
general.
Mr.. Elvin :. Lyon aud bride are
visiting relatives in this neighborhood
this week.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13

children, spent sunday afternoon at
Mrs Charlie Caron's.
Mrs John DeFord i- visiting 10 ihe
home of Nh. l.. Il. DeFord.
Ms. j. f.. Smith Is now on the sick
list. We hope her a speedy recovery.
Miss Fannie Roberts spent sunday
az Mr. Il b. Roachs
Mrs Alice Addleman IS spending
this week with her daughter, Mrs. j..
4. Roberts.
Mr.. I. A. Johnson opened a singing
school at Centenary Church las, sat
urday night
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13

A list Of Famville's live business
men who advertise is given by the
Mercury as follows:
o. T. Wicker, stoves and tinware;
Warren, Son x Co., leading house
which offers goods at New York
prices, T. ]. Davis, who pledges him
self not 70 be undersold; A. X. Vena-
BILE, Jr & Co., headquarters for the
Grsngers; Spencer x Co., whose high
standing in the medical profession
insures perfect accuracy in the selec-
ton Of drugs Pauleit, Warren *
Wall who buy at the lowest cash
prices and sell at the cheapest posi-
bic rates. J. Y. Miller q Son, who
make saddles, harness and the like
J. L. Chernault, who auctions any
thing from a circus 10 blind mule;
Doyne & Son, who are prepared to
supply the living and the dead ;
SmlthsOn's Livery Stable, where Mr..
Motley gives polite attention; II. J.
Crute, always at the service Of the
public and ready to sell at top price
10 the highest bidder; r. A. Davis,
the successor Of the late r. Hassler,
In the furniture and undertaking
business; y. +. Venable, who adver-
tises literally.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13

couples. friends and Relatives Of the
bride and groom, yiz Dancy McCraw
with Miss Cary McCmw, h. J. Mas
sic Amherst, with Miss Annie -pen-
Ger, Il. B. Merryman Lynchburgl
with Miss May Anderson. Ray Mas
sic amherst, with Miss Neitle An
derson 'Crewel, a. d jenkins Farm
viileli with Miss Elizabeth Rock
Charles CRY s. E. Laycock Crewel
with Miss Wlllinett Rock Charles
city. Charles Morgan with Miss
Live McCraw, Cosby Anderson
.Crewe' with Miss Annie Flood.
The flower girls were Eihei Spencer
and Bemice Spencer, OF Farmyille.
The gate girls. Flossie Audenon and
Virginia Spencer
Miss Fannie Fitzgerald played the
wedding march The church was
iastefully and beautifully decorated
oy the many friends OF the couple
around Bethel.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
The Normal School.

There Is new life thrill 10 the town
since the coming Of the Normals The
numbers are larger than last year.
Some one has said that the personelle
is better than ever before IN the his
tory Of the school. And the session
opens most auspiciously. Unfortunate
ly the girls catch some OF our side
walks and streets 10 bad order But
the work will soon be finished and
then there will be smooth walking
from center TO circumference The
school building is crowded TO It's full
capacity and many Of the girls have
been seeking homes IN town.
Miss Mary White Cox has been in
charge Of the arranging Of the forces
and will continue so until Miss Fsunt-
leroy arrives In this work she has
been assisted ably by Miss Maude
Taliaferro While Miss Edith Tslia-
ferro has been doing Miss Maudes
Work I'D the library The teachers for
the session are located as follows
At Mis-. ". p. Richardson's. Misses
London, Gwyn, Minor, and suther-
lin. At Mrs Berkeleys. Misses
b askiston, Hiner, Blandy and Cleve-
land. At Mr.. Fred Bugg's Misses
Coulling. AT Ms. J. x.
Cunningham Misses Harrison and
Lancaster, Mr.. and Mrs. Nation and
Miss Smithey Miss Winston, at DR..
DR.. Jones continues at
Mrs G X. MoTtons Miss Overall, at
castle Inn. Prof. Bidgood rooms at
Mrs + p. Robertson's and boards at
castle Inn. Other members Of the |
faculty. are house keeping. Ms
Ellen G. Jones has rooms at Mrs.
Berkeley 5.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
CHARLOTTE COUNTY
jacksonville.

Sept 10, 1907
Miss Emma DeFord will leave We'd
nesday for Lynchburg where she will
attend school the following winter
Misses Daisy and Edna Baker and
friend Miss Martha Roper returned to
Richmond Saturday after spending
some time at the home Of their father,
Mr.. N r. Baker.
Miss Mary Addleman returned
home Saturday after a two months
visit 10 her sister, Mrs Aubrey
Roberts.
Mr. and Mrs. Irving Baker spent
Sunday afternoon at her fathers, Mr..
Il. p. Bakers
Mrs. Wallace DeFord left last night
10 take in the scenes Of Jamestown.
Rev. Fielding and wife, are spend
ing this week IN the neighborhood.
Mr.. aud Mrs. I. w. Roberts and
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13

and the Major recommended the pur-
chase Of one hundred. The Council
quickly seized upon the suggestion
and on motion Of Mr. Wall instruc-
tions were given for the order. No
suggestion was madess 10 where these
trees should be set
Mr.. Doyne brought up the question
Of erecting one or more horse watering
troughs FOR public use, and the matter
was committed TO the hands Of the
Water and Street Committees for re-
port at the next meeting.
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
Brilliant Costume German.

The most brilliant social event here
lu many years was the costume ball
given by the FamNille German Club,
. Friday evening september 9Th, at
Hotel Prince Edward
The costumes were unique and well
chosen. All fashions being represented,
from the eighteenth Century Belle.
20 our modern Columbia. and from
/ William Penn 10 the Bowery swell Of
to-day
Art. added o. what Nature had al
ready so literally bestowed, complet-
ed a scene OF beauty seldom equslled.
Fair faces smiled welcome 10 friends,
bright eyes sparkled with the fire Of
youth, joyous laughter rang out as
dainty feet tripped across the hall.
Under the skilful leadership Of Nj.
t. : Martin and to the accompani-
ment Of delightful music 10y Professor
Deans Orchestra, the dancers per
formed many graceful figures.
Those dancing were. J. Taylor
Thompson, q Colonial Gentleman with
Miss Helen O'Ferrall. stately and
graceful Columbia r. = Martin, a
picturesque Cowboy, with Mrs. +. :.
Martin j. " Hubbard, a Sailor Lad
with Miss Hattie Cox. 3 gorgeous aud
blushiug Poppy }. II. Gillian with
Miss Annie Garnett, a girl Of the Old
south r. = Blanton, a Cadet with
Miss Lucy Huntington, a charming
Martha Washington d. b Blsnton.
as King Of Hearts, with Miss Hattie
Bugg, a lovely Queen Of Hearts; Geo.
G. Robson a dangerous Jesse james,
with Miss a. 3 Digger, realistic
"Giri Of the Golden Vest Frank !
Wooiton a Bowery swell, with Miss
Alice Paulett. "a handsome Csrnation
". " Barrow, as Uncle sam, with /
Miss Maude Walker, a dainty Violet |
b. b. Baldwin. a Puritan Lad, with !
Miss Minnie Bianton. wInsome /
Janice Meredith. r. l.. Freear, as
George Washington, with Mrs. r. l..
Freear. "a gorgeous Butterfly. J r.
Johnston. with Miss katherine Verser,
a lovely >hepherdess Dr. &. b. Crute,
81 Army Surgeon, with Mrs c. B.
crute a charming Red Cross Nurse;
Dr Elmer + Jones, as William Penn,
with Miss Carrie Sutherlin. fair
'olonial Maid Lee Bidgood. as Day, \
with Miss L. " snow, a smiling star
crowned Queen Of Night; Horace
Adams, a Colonial Gentleman, with
Miss Irving Wicker, a beautiful Dolly
Warden w. W Vaughan, an Indian
hief. with Miss Hattie Paulett. a
iainty Pink Rose W. p. Venable, a
Knight Of the Tourney, with Mrs. w.
p Neuable. q handsome Gypsy For
une Teller. W. G. Duyall, with Miss
Mary Nandeventer stays Y. p.
'aulett. a. G.. Ogburu, H. T. scott d
". W ). Gills. l.. Hart
The lady prize for the best costume q
vas won by Miss Katherine Verser As q
-hopherdess the gentleman's prize 7
~ Mr. r l.. Freear As George Wash I
ngton. Judges, j. b. Kote, OF IVES (
eld, Mass. Richard Willis, Of Colo 4
ado Springs, and J L. Hart O
Delightful refreshments were served s
midnight, after which dancing was b
esumed and continued until a late +
our. r
The Farmville herald. [volume] (Farmville, Va.) 1890-1934, 1907-09-13
Farmers Take SOilCe.

Sept lU lf1.
There willtea district meeting Of
the farmers and members ~ the To-
bseoo Growers Association 'u the
coo,t House on the lth saturday ln
s.,,ambsr 18th 20 eleven oc.ock A.
n We urre every member % be
,-e.opt and Invite a.l growers who
ars interested n fair prices for their
lsh,r 90 ioin o., iu ,his work We
heara great cry ~ over production as
the cause Of low prices for our tobacco.
call upon every thinking man o.
decide thi. question for himself when
,riminr. are being sought with such
....,,s.. There srs time, .a the
,.',.,,.f .,.-, r-esf r..a.sri.n when
III. s.o .s,f.f imam +o. i. their dutv.
.,.,,,s.,,,.i.r,,,s measure tbat j.
,..,, ,ro.rht to hear on Tie farmers
ofhi. state hv our seeming friends
wemn.tbe-t.- ourselves and organize
such force that viii command the
rs.pectsnd attention of che business
world Then and NOT lI then we
viiltemaste-.af The situation There
must be unity of action among the
rower. five would produce results.
five would bring prosperity 20 every
branch of business. we must turn o.
8eafear o. every enemy of thcf farmers.
who TALKS down organization. aud say
% them that we Will take the crust"
method DO rsIn-.ate our-el.c. and re-
,ove, f.,,., the .--.ss.-aav havemsde
man Us for The past ten wears bv