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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
THE WINNING COUPLES.

Pennsylvania came first. Virginia
second and New York third. We
could not join in the amusing feat
.ures with the zest that we had hoped
TO do. Some OF the movements ex-
.ecuted were difficult, but they re-
presented the other side OF the Ne
gro's life from which we were vainly
striving TO get away. by educational
and Industrial pursuits. II is well
20 state that the professor" in
charge succeeded in pleasing the
wealthy white people immensely and
won the approving smile of the boss
es. who had employed him to do
the job"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
Special Excursions Via Southern
Railway for Occasions Indi-
Gated Below.

Richmond. Va.-Virginfa State
Fair and Horse Show. Tickets on
sale October 4-12 inclusive.
Richmond, Va.@TrienniaI General
Convention Protestant Episcopal
Church. Tickets on sale Sept. 29th.
October 9th.
Atlanta, Ga.-National Association
of Cotton Manufacturers. Tickets
on sale october seth, inclusive.
Birmingham, Ala.-Internation
League OF Press Clubs. Tickets on
sale october 18th and Goth.
tickets Tor the above occasions
VIII be sold at very low rates, open
TO the public For details inquire
or nearest Southern Railway Agent,
or {. w. WESTBURY, District Pas
senger Agent.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
THAT DRAMATIC RECITAL.

The dramatic entertainment Of Da-
mon and Pythias on Young's Pier
wednesday night. Sept. 25th was
indeed grand affair. It was given
under the auspices OF the stan OF
knights of Pythias and Gen. A. +.
Davidson and his corp of officers
were much In evidence. Col. George
H. Wall was also active.
The stage scenery was not suited
to the occasion and the seating ca
pacity was not sufficient 20 accom-
modate the large number OF peo-
PIE. that crowded the place.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
Noticei

Mr.. o. II. Murray, formerly in
charge of The Richmond Office of the
Metropolitan Mercantile and Realty
Company, has been transferred to
the Delaware District. Rev. +. A.
Carter has been appointed State
Agent for Virginia, with headquarters
at 210 East Broad Street. Richmond
All payments on stock and bonds,
must be made Co him, and all agents
IN Virginia must report TO Rev. T. A.
Carter.
(signed) L. c. COLLINS,
Secretary.
sept164t.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
A CHANGE IN BANK NOTES.

A proposition was submitted 20 the
Association 90 request the Secretary
OF the Treasury 70 adopt different
colors for different denominations
of national currency. in order
that the hauk-teller may tell
at "a glance whether note is a 81. 81
or 81 bin. etc. The provision TO
authorize the temporary issuance Of
$20O,00o,o00 in asset currency was
approved after most interesting but
Captious debate.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
FAREWELL 10 ATLANTIC CITY.

We left Atlantic City. Saturday
morning, 2Sth ult. for PHILADELPHIA
Rev. John w. Henderson. d. d. had
Ia team there TO take us TO IN deDot
and we thanked him.
Before leaving MS he told us
the story of the illness of n weU-to-
do colored lady from Chicago. who
was taken III az one Of the hostel
ries in Atlantic City. being paralyzed
Her son who resided in New York
came on 70 look after her and sent
Tor Rev. DR.. Henderson to uray for
her He sent up one OF those de-
vout soul-stirring appeals and an
Improvement was noted. The son
told the Rev. DR.. that his mothers
heart was in church work. He
pressed a note in his hand and told
him good night
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
Do You Know Them.

/ desire to know the address OF
one Nell Cor Neal) Henderson also
Polite (nee) Henderson. Their moth
er belonged to Bob Fearly Cor Fair
Iy) all OF Richmond forty years ago.
Iheir sister, Hannah Henderson,
tnoW NelD Is very anxious TO locate
her people. She left Richmond when
a child. Address all communica-
tions to
II. ALLISON,
Box 353,
McAlester, Ind. Ter
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
NO QUESTIONS ASKED.

The white ushers offered no objec-
ton either by word or suggestion.
The mistic emblem OF the American
Bankers Association, the button on
the lapel Of our coat protected us. 1t
was the "open sesame" to all OF the
festivities. We lost ourselves, so to
speak in thought until we were
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
AMATEUR TALENT.

We had been given a special seat
In one OF the boxes aud we had a
view OF the stage. y. r.. Jones I'm
the character of Damon was fine.
His open manly, upright carriage
suited the part he had taken. c.
Duane Tilghman iu the character of
Pythias. was thoroughly at home.
Both as n soldier and q lover. he was
az his best and was clearly the fa-
vorite. The expressions OF love.
nate and vengeance were well-nigh
perfect
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
IN PHILADELPHIA.

We reached Philadelphia at 9:O5
and we were soon at the Office of the
Philadelphia Tribune. Mr.. q /
Perry was not there and we went 10
the headquarters of the G. U. o. Of
Odd FELLOWS They were busy, the
secretary not being there we passed
on 10 the A. M. +. Church Publish
ing House. The secretary was bus
liy engaged. 1t being Saturday and
ne having just gotten in from a trip
west ne was counting money. There
was large pile OF it before him.
Inc concern has a Simplex type-set-
ing machine and it IS rendering good
service Rev. DR.. II. T. Johnson. they
explained was at Pittsburgh, Pa.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
OK THE BOUNDING WAVES.

The deep sea going yachts. the pro-
perty OF the New York Yacht Club
were at the wharves TO take the WISH
tors out and we tumblod into one OF
them. lt is indeed pleasant sailing
and with about as little motion as
may be had on steamboat, although
10 the man on land. they appear at
times to be about 90 "turn turtle"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05

ris. We knew of him and we walked
in. His son came and carried our
card 20 his father. 10 was not long
before we were in his company. His
residence is at 415 S. 18th St. and
he has a building that seemed TO have
an endless number OF rooms It is
veritable hotel While talking to
him a man came in 10 rent the base
ment
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
PECULIAR ANTICS.

Each one had a card on his arm.
Indicating the State from which he
hailed. New York. Pennsylvania,
Delaware, Maryland and Virginia
were represented Then followed
the cake-walk. Some came up frog
like, some Sided. others walked
"hari-skari' fashion while money
thrown tinkled on the floor. One
was designated to pick up the coin
while the performances proceeded.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
DOWN AT THE INLET.

we went down 70 the Inlet on
Thursday and enjoyed a clambake
dinner. Everything was furnished
free TO the bankers. MT Brightwell.
and Mr.. Cary Trueheart, who were
employed there looked after our
needs. We ate 90 such an extent
that we felt that we never would
wish for another meal as long as we
live.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
THE CAKE-wALK.

A colOred man attired IN a white
suit. wearing a delapieated beaver
appeared and announced that the
performers would walk for three
prizes. There would be no judges,
but the three couples receiving the
loudest applause would win the first
prize and so on. Then came the
colored girls attired in short skirts,
something on the order OF ballet
dancers, while the men wore rag
time costumes.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
FINANCIERs CONSERVATIVE.

This sentiment was applauded to
the echo, and its effect was noticed
throughout the Association. II de-
monstrated that the nnanciers were
dealing with delicate conditions and
that appeals 10 race prejudice would
not be needed on the floor OF that
orEanization.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
Wants to Find Them.

I would like TO know the where
abouts Of some of my people Lew
is Smith, my uncle is Of dark brown
complexion. When last heard of he
was in Arkansas. My aunt, Sallie
Anne Thorp married Spaniard some
years ago. had another aunt
named Patsy Thorp. She was sold
during slavery and when last heard
of was living in Louisiana.
Any information concerning them
Will be thankfully received. Address
MRS. MoLLIE CURREN,
SOC Cherry Street,
Covington, Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05

Unusual Opportunity.

Would like to inform those wish
ing to study the violin, / am forming
a fan class of ten and wish you to
join. For particulars apply
ESTHER G.. ROBINSON,
515 N. Third Street.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
WHITE FOLKS DIDN'T HEAR
THEM

AIr. Alphonso Johnston was well
suited TO the character of Dionysius.
The other actors were good. but the
two specified were clearly superior
ana Won generous applause from the
audience. We regretted that the A.
merlcan Bankers Association did not
have the opportunity 20 see talent
or this kind displayed in coniunc-
ION with the high class calle-walk.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05

THE Castle OF Lies" begins in
this issue. II Is full OF romance and
will be appreciated by the readers
of The PLANET.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05

We are sending out sample COP
les. We shall be glad to have your
name on our regular subscription
list
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
THE ODD FELLOWS HEADoUAR-
TIERS.

We went to the Office of the odd
Fellows Journal and held high car
nival with the foreman and the com
positors. Editor J. c. Asbury was
absent. Next door was swinging the
sign with the name of John b. Har-
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
A PALATIAL HALL.

The exercises ended. we went to
the Concert Hall where a higk-class
cakewalk was scheduled to take
place. The concert hall was packed
standing room was at a premium.
The white orchestra soon filed in
and with the handclapping came a
beginning OF the entertainment
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
PRESIDENT INGALLS, REBUKE

This defeat was further accelerated
by the able grand and practical ad-
dress OF President NJ r. ingalls, OF
Cincinnati, o. himself a Democrat.
He took an entirely different tack
in discussing the financial questions.
He discountenanced all efforts 10
array class against class. and in his
concluding remarks declared that
there should be no race prejudice.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05

Nelson's Hair Dressing can be
bought at jennings and Brown Drug
Store, Pittsburg, Pa.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05

Subscribe to The Richmond
PLANET. $3.50 per year.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
EDITOR MITCHELL AS
AN AMERICAN BANNER.
Continued from First Page.)

that accomplished, proud, dashing
Colonel J. ID. Powers Of Kentucky, to
the presidency went out all hope OF
Col. James r. Branch's reelection
when Gov. Swanson's speech was
thrown into the equation and he went
down under a vote of nearly two to
one.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
THOSE FAMOUS GOLF LINKS.

We had heard so much talk about
the golf links Of the aristocratic
Country Club that we decided to 20
down there. We found that they
covered about 800 acres. and they are
wonderfully made. They have a
steam grass cutter. A white man sits
up on top a small machine like a
locomotive and rides all over the
ground, cutting the grass. The mac
hine evidently takes up all Of the
grass that IL cuts, for the lawns are
smooth and even after he passes
over them.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05

In the rear. They were chatting
away In a dialect that we took TO be
German.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
THE FIRST coLoREp VISITOR.

White and colored boys act as cad
dies.
We were told that we were the
first Negro that had ever been per-
mitted TO enter the gates of that Club
as its guest, or on a basis OF equali-
". The step-son Of Mr.. A. c. Brown,
is employed there. He was pleased
10 see us and asked for another one
of our cards as the one he had been
given, was then IN the hands of the
steward.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-10-05
Agents Wanted.

Agents Wanted.
AGENTS WANTED everywhere to
sell Ruby Dressine, the greatest ten
cent preparation for the hair on the
market. Sells like hot-cakes. Ev-
erybody buys. Big money made.
Address,
ezS% Sample postpaid 16 cents.
KIRKLEY SPECIALITY MFG. CO..
BIB w. Madison Street,
Baltimore, Maryland.
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01

III funcfion Of fho kings fool n
nediaeval times was In measure an
tmportlnt one, and he who dlled the
post had often very great influence
with his sovereign. Perhaps the bright
est and most astute Of fools was Tri-
boulet the favorite Jester Of Francis l.
It was reported that his majesty. who
was Of Z very generous nature, had
acceded to q request Of Charles v,
emperor OF Germany. that he might
pass through France on his way from
Spain to the Netherlands. Putting
aside all recollection of what be had
suffered at the emperor's hands while
4 captive In Spain, Francis was pre-
pairing to receive Charles with much
ceremony and splendor. Observing one
morning that Triboulet was scribbling
industriously upon a bit OF paper.
Francis inquired what he was doing.
Il have just added the name of EN-
peror Charles OF Germany to my list Of
FOOLS" answered the Jester. "a sover-
eign who Is committing the incredible
folly of intrusting himself to you by
passing through your kingdom"
Folly? How II l should let him pass
safely?
Then I shall substitute your name
for HIS" was the audacious retort of
the fool.
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01

In these days, when child study = q
hobby ridden long and hard. 1t il In
teresting to read Of the nerve training
which fell to the lot Of the Quaker au-
thoress, Amelia Opie. In 1769 and aft
er. The modern mother would shrink
with horror from some Of the methods
used on the sensitive child, but In this
case It resulted In splendid stun. Mrs.
Ople Is quoted In a book on "Quaker
Worthies.n
II was creature Of fears, tears and
screams Ny frst terror was Of black
beetles. then Of frogs. skeletons. black
men and madmen. Ny mother made
me take beetle in my hand and hold
It As her word was law. obeyed. but
with awful shrinking. l gradually be-
came accustomed to 1t and was fire.
quently told to take one up and put II
out of harms way. soon oyercame
that terror I was made to hold frogs
In my hands and was taught to nurse
q skeleton as / would doll Mother
compelled me to listen to her kindly
converse with two poor old lunatics,
and grew to pity them instead Of
fearing them"
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01
A oreans.ed Holdup.

An English Christmas isn't a saen-
gerfest; it's beggingfest. The band
plays, but 1t plays with one hand
while the other Is out for coin The
boys and men sing Christmas hymns
and then take collection. and the
moon may be shining. but you can't
see 1t through the fog. Some of the
railway stations are decorated. and
you've scarcely had time to remark
that you think it's very beautiful
custom when an itching palm appears
between you and the holly. The post
man says, sMerry Christmas" and
waits for you to be generous. and the
lamplighter and the paper boy and the
man who delivers groceries and the
boy from the cake shop. Porters follow
you wherever you 80. and servants
whom you never saw before bob up in
numbers And out in the street when
ever you hear. any one say MERRY
Christmas" You mechanically put your
hand In your pocket It isn't Christ
mas: It's an organized holdup.-Bohe-
mian
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01
web.ter and His Tenant.

Daniel Webster once became the
owner OF some land In New Hamp-
shire, with buildings thereon. He left
the tenant who was there when the
premises were conveyed to him in pos
session. One summer few years later
as he and his wife were journeying In
the vicinity of the farm they decided
to take look at 1t. He found an aged
woman in charge She said in reply to
questions that the place belonged to a
lawyer down In Boston named Web
ster.
"What rent do you pay?" asked the
amused owner.
"Rentr' she exclaimed. 81 don't pay
any rent. 1t is bad enough to live
here without having to pay for II. and
II he don't fix up the house soon I'll
leave anyhow. Wonder IL he expects
I'm going to freeze to death this cold
weather.
aWell." remarked the proprietor. sit
Is a pretty hard case. but il you'll &C
cept this five dollar bill toward holding
on another year. I'll try to see Mr.. Web
ster and have something done about
it"
With which remark he took final
leave of his farm.-Boston Herald.
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01
MAYORS PROCLAMATION.

/, c. NJ. BeviIl, Mayor of the town of winr
field, La, by virtue Of . resolution Of the Board
Of Aldermen in special session authorizing the
PRONUNCIATION Of an election held 10 the town
az Winfield, La under the provisions OF Ordi-
nance No. 81. Of the Ordinances OF the town OF
winfield, La, approved December 4. 1905. pro-
yiding that the Mayor and Board Of Aldermen
OF the town OF WINFIELD. La. shall promul-
gate the result Of the special election held In
the town Of Winnheld, La, on the 22nd day OF
january, A. D., 1907, ON the question Of incur
ing debt and issuing negotiable bonds there
for, for the purpose Of erecting and construct
ing q water works plant for the town Of Winn-
deid. La, and levyfng and assessing i've
mill tax on the dollar valuation per annum,
for the purpose Of paying the interest and
principal on said honda:
Now, therefore, certify that the following
is the vote cast at said election and compiled
by the Board OF Aldermen In special session
convened:
Total number Of votes cast for tax
and bonds-------------.--- -
Total number of votes cast against tax
and
Total amount of property assessed
voting for tax and bonds--------------. $61soo.00
Total amount of property assessed
voting against tax and bonds 49, to6o.oo
J. therefore make this my public proclama-
ton, this a3rd dag Of January. l901.
@. II. BEVILL, Msyor.
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01

Baron de Mohrenheim. q Russian dip
iomat, was one Of the strongest fig-
ures in the political life OF his country.
He did not believe In conceding point
II hard fighting seemed likely to bring
victory. While holding high position
In St Petersburg his life was threat
ened by q conspiracy. A workman had
been detailed to kill him, and after the
plot was discovered he had the man
brought before him. The accused was
a youth who had been driven by star
vation to Join the revolutionists. You
do not agree with what am doingf'
said the baron in q friendly tone. The
man answered denantly In the mega
tive. VERY WELL" said the intended
victim, .'every man b entitled to his
opinion, and I think that what you
want Is work" He ordered the man to
be freed and found him employment in
his own service. where the workman
remained tin the day OF his death q
few years afterward.
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01
nrs1xe the seen.

Up to the time Of Grover Cleveland's
election 1t was Z popular superstition
with politicians that no candidate
whose name began with the letter c
could be elected to she presidency. The
idea arose from the fact that no man
whose surname presented this peculiar
ity. no matter how strong he was with
the people. had ever been successful
at the polls. There were two CIintons.
George and De witt: William 81. Craw-
ford. Henry Clay. Lewis Cass and a
number Of others, who. though their
prospects seemed bright indeed. met
with. defeat when II came to the test.
Several OF the C's, George Clinton and
Henry Clay. for instance, were strong
candidates several times. but never
could make the rifnep
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01
ORDINANCE NO. Is

Amending and readopting Ordinance No. 81 o
the ordinances OF the town OF Winnfeld
La approved January II, 1907.
Section 4. Be Ii ordained by the Mayor and
Board OF Aldermen Of the town Of Winnfelt
IN special session convened: That Section one
81 ordinance No. 9. Of the ordinances Of ths
town OF WINFIELD. approved January IL, 1907
be amended and readopted 80 - 20 read ~
follows: THAT q suitable and convenient site
for The erection OF q Town Hall. Market House
and Police Jail shall be purchased; provided
the same shall not cost more than
one thousand and i've hundred f$l 10000
dollars, and the Mayor shall be. and Is hereby
authorized, to take title for the town OF VIM
field and to execute certificate of indebted
mess in payment therefor to an amount moi
exceedinK one thousand five hundred dollars.
section q Be IL further ordained, etc: That
ali ordiraaees or parts Of ordinances in con.
f1ict with this ordinance be repealed and thai
this ordinance take edect from and after II
adoptso
Approved January n, 1907.
WILL A. STRONG, Mayor.
Clerk.
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01

Succession of Richard 8. McLemores De-
ceased-No. so52 in the Fifth Judicial Dis
trict Court Parish of winn. Louisiana.
Notice is hereby given that BY yiftue Of
an order Of sale 10 effect . partition between
the heirs Of Richard o. McLemore, deceased,
issued by the Hon. Fifth judicial District
Court and to me directed, will oner Tor safe
~ public auction in front Of the principal door
Of the Court house in the town OF Wfnnneid,
La, 70 the last and highest bidder, on
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY II. 1907
the following described lands situated In the
Parish OF Wfnn, La, to-wit: southwest guar
ter Of the southwest quarter. section y. sonfn-
east quarter Of the southeast quarter, section
IL, township ., ncrfh, range west, CONTAINING
50 acres more or lees; and the noftnwess qner-
ter 81 the northeast quarter, section - town
ship 8, north. range west.
Terms OF sale cash with the bensat q ap-
prnisement-
=. L. SHAW. eherin,
sa-et Winn Parish, Louisiana
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01
re OLDEST Danlk.

The Bank Of Naples b the Oldest
bank In existence. for the Monte vec-
chic Of Venice and the Banco San
Giorgio 1t Genoa, both founded In the
twelfth century. have ceased to exist.
rs has also the Bank Of Barcelona.
founded In the fourteenth century. The
Bank Of Naples was founded In 1889
and h state bank with = considera-
BILE capital. TO which no one lays any
claim. In other words It p : joint
stock bank. with no shareholders.
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01

The Louisiana a Arkansas Railway makes
close connections with the following Roads At
Points named below:
At Hope, Ark with st L NJ b 8. Frisco sys-
tenn
At Stamps, Ark, with st w Cotton
Belt Route.)
At Sibley, La. with vs&P Queen and
Crescent Routel L q 8
At Chestnut, La-, with L a Nv BY.
At WINFIELD with 3 b Ry., and L r
q N Co.
A exandria, La, with T d p Ry., st L N &
Ry, st Lw g. @ Ry., L r q N Co., Southern
Pacific.
At Georgetown, La. with st L n g.
B. 8. ATKINSON, @. r. q p. Agt.
Texarkana. Ark, July IL, 1906.
The southern sentinel. (Winnfield, La.) 1883-1910, 1907-02-01

Land once at New Orleans, La.
Decemher %. 1898.

Land once at New Orleans, La.
December %, 1904.
Notice Is hereby given that the following.
named settler has hled notice OF ms 1ntentioz
I'd make final Communication proof in support q
his claim. and that said proof viii be made
before w W. Wilmington, Jr-. U. 8. Commits.
sioncr. ct Alexandria, La, on February y, isgf
VIZ Marcus u. Roberta, Fl. &. No. 264B1, for thu
a. IA. NV "a sec II, Il II n 1 e La Mer.
He names the following witnesses TO prove
his continuous residence upon and cultivation
or said land, viz: j. n. Mayes. J. A. Mayes, o.
ora: 1. ii. Hntten. J. T. Hinton, Urania, La.
WALrxR L. CoHEN,
Register
Sentinel, winfield. JAM 1. 1917.