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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-13
SEE SIGHTS OF CITY
Red Cross Delegates Trans
ported Over Capital.
SHORT SESSION = TODAY
Miss Jane A. Delano Describes Work
of Nurses.
EXPRESSES ARE THANKED
President Taft Extends Greetings Of
Conference-Action on
Clark Paper.
MPRESSES ARE THANKED

Today's session, opening the second
week of the ninth International Red Cross
conference, occupied only the forenoon.
the session adjourning to permit the Of
f1cial delegates to spend the afternoon
sightseeing in and about the city.
A paper by Miss Jane A. Delano, chair
man of the national committee on Red
Cross nursing service of the American
National Red Cross, gave an outline of
the training and enrolment of Red Cross
nurses and of their duties in war and in
disaster In her paper Miss Delano told
or the elaborate training system in the
l,O4S schools for nurses throughout the
country, from which nearly 1000 nurses
are graduated each year, after complet-
ing, as rule, courses of instruction COW
ering three years.
Qualifications Set Forth.
The qualifications for enrolment as a
Red Cross nurse are, briefly: Gradu-
alton from a school for nurses connect
ed with general hospital the in
dorsement of the training school from
which the applicant graduated; MEM
bership In an organization affiliated
with the American Nurses Association
and the Endorsement Of this organiza-
ton. and a recommendation for ap-
pointment as a Red Cross nurse by the
local committee to whom the applica-
ton has been made, and the signatures
or at least two members of this COM
mittee. The Red Cross nursing service
Is now composed of a national commit
tee. thirty-One state committees and
eighty-one local committees. and the
nurses enrolled are subject to the or
ders of the army and navy medical de-
partments.
Nine. Panas. member of the central
committee of the Danes de la Societe
Franchise de Secours aux Blesses Mill
taires," presented a paper in the name of
the central committee of the French Red
Cross on the instructions given in the
dispensary schools of the society, with a
synopsis of the results obtained.
Countess Paul de Pourtales read a
paper on the work of the society's nurses
during the military operations of the
French colonial forces in Morocco in
19O7-OS and 1911.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-13

DR.. Provost. assistant director of in
structiOn Of the Association OF Women
Of France" presented a paper on the
training work Of the association, which is
a part of the French Red Cross organize
ton.
Nine. Emile Wallet a member of the
central committee Of the Union Of Wom-
en- of France, a Red Cross auxiliary or
ganization. presented paper. with chart.
on the enrolment of nurses In the union
and the services rendered.
Surgeon General DIR. Werner of the Ger
man delegation, member of the German
Red Cross. presented an interesting paper
on the Sisters of the Red Cross" in
which he told Of the growth since 1854 of
.sisterlloods Of Red Cross nurses who are
carefully trained in field nursing and who
maintain a perfect organization in time of
peace, in preparation for the call for their
services in war time.
Report on Clark Paper.
The committee appointed on the OPEN
ing day of the conference to report on
the manner of presentation of the paper
by Joshua r. Clark, jr., solicitor of the
State Department, on THE Functions of
the Red Cross When Civil War or State
of Insurrection Exists" presented its re-
port at this mornings session. and Mr..
Clark's paper will be presented to the con-
ference and printed for distribution before
adjournment. The subject discussed by
Mr.. Clark. 1t was recognized. was OF great
importance, touching upon points so deli
cate as to require most diplomatic treat
ment.
The official delegates to the conference
were taken in automobiles this afternoon
on sightseeing tours of Washington and
the nearby suburbs. The parties started
at o'clock from the Pan American
building. This afternoon at o'clock the
delegates will be entertained at a tea
and garden party at the residence of Mrs.
eyi T. Letter. in DupOnt circle
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-05-13
Taft Sends Messages.

Acting in his capacity of honorary pres
ident Of the American National Red
Cross Society and the ninth international
Red Cross conference, now in session in
Washington, President Taft yesterday
sent cablegrams to two expresses whose
gifts to the international Red Cross have
in it's work.
TO the Dowager Empress Marie FeOdo-
rovnia of Russia, whose gift of $4,000 for
the promotion of inventions for the relief
Of suffering lin time Of war has resulted
in the presentation of scores of such de-
vices in competition for the several prizes
offered, President Taft sent the following
message:
MAY II, 1872
'tHer Majesty Marie Feodorovnia, En-
press of Russia, Marlborough House,
London, England:
LAS honorary president of the ninth
international conference Of the Red
Cross L am requested to express to
your majesty the deep respect and
national conference has received the
good wishes Of your majesty on the Oc
casiOn of the opening of the confer
ence transmitted by the delegate of
the imperial Russian government. 1t
is not forgotten that the great cOmpe-
tition Of inventions intended to prevent
the sufferings of soldiers in time of
war owes it's existence to the humanity
and benefcence of your majesty. With
sentiments Of profound admiration. the
prays your majesty to ac-
cept It's gratitude and permit 1T to ex-
press the hope that its work may not
fail to promote the worldwide human
izing influence to which your majesty
has given SO great an inspiration.
civilian HOWARD TAFT"
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ALLEGED HE SET TRAP

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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04
THE SEASON OF BUYING
BEGINS IN AMERICAS
Many Heed the Advice to.
Shop Early

Americus' retail stores are already
putting on the christmas Spirit and
from this date on through the holiday
buying season the tide of buying will
turn this way Stores are putting up
holiday decorations, and several of
them will begin this week keeping
open at night for the benefit f late
shoppers.
This will be in conformity with the
terms of the early closing agreement,
which contemplated the keeping open
of stores during the holiday and
Christmas season.
There is but one thing to be indeli-
bly, impressed upon the minds of eve
rybody, for everybody buys at THIS
season, and that is to make holiday
purchases early. Let the do it now"
spirit prevail, and do your shopping
sanely, while stocks are not depleted,
and while selections can be made sat-
isfactorily.
Americas merchants have magnifi-
cent stocks. Read the advertisements
in The Times-Recorder and-get busy
at buying.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04
COMMANDER
WAS given
SYMPATHY
OF LOCAL CAMP OF VETERANS
At the Meeting Of Veterans
Yesterday

Appropriately and sympathetically-
worded resolutions were passed yes
terday at the regular meeting of the
local camp of veterans, rendering to
Commander Davenport the sympathy
of the camp in his recent bereave-
ment.
The resolution expressing sympathy
for the commander of the camp was
offered by DR.. Lansing Burrows. DR..
Burrows also offered a similar reso-
luton in that a record should be kept
upon the minutes of the name and
date of death of each comrade of the
camp
In the absence of Secretary H. D.
Watts, Mr. John T. Howell acted in
that capacity. The meeting was not a
large one, and the time was chiefly
taken up with routine matters.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04
FLUFFY RUFFLES"
1.-THE SWGGtmGdt Unique"

Fluffy RuFles, "the sweetmeat
unique This is the most widely adj
vertised candy today and known the
world over for its superior quality,
especially made for those VINO demand
the best; each box composed Of the
choicest Chocolates, Fruits, Honey,
Nuts and Creamery Milk. If you want
or have the girl, this is the candy
Fluffy RgSies. Sold only at the Wind
SCR Pharmacy, Americas, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

FOR SALE: Property known as
Hinkle Rent, consisting Of houses and
enough vacant land to build or 5
more cottages. If sold in next few
days can make the following price and
terms $21OO.00,-$6OO.OO cash, $4,000
for three years at per cent interest
Property rents for $4,000 per month as
it now stands. If interested see me at
once. T. 3. Westbrook, Artesian
corner 1-3t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

WANTED-Salesmen and sales
girls; experienced; to assist in sale
of Josey stock. Apply at once to F.
o. Watson at the store directly across
from the Windsor hotel. Applicants
will be admitted today; come along.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

WANTED-By man of experience;
position as collector with some in
stallment house; can give best of ref
erence. Address N. P. Waters, Gener-
al Delivery, Americas. 1t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

$3.50 Ring Sale at Daniels. Many
of these rings contain genuine recon.
Structed rubys, real pearls, amethy, Is
and other real stones. These rings
regularly sell from 500 to $1,000;
your choice this week $3.50 each. See
them in show window. 2-3t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

FOR SALE-Four or five months old
pigs at &c gross; also several brood
sows David Wicker, A. and M. Col
lege. 30-4t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

WANTED-To do your cleaning and
pressing, quick delivery and satisfac-
ton guaranteed. Phone 379. Wind
sor Pressing club, Chas. Shy, Propr.
2S-10t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Have your old coat suit, dress or
skirt made new-lOOking by steaming
and pressing; twenty-five to fifty
cents. Phone Walter Page mt 677.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

HAVE BOUGHT out entire stock and
accounts of MOOresViIle Furniture Co.;
pay all accounts to us. Americas Fur
niture Co., l.. n. Davis, PrOpr.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

DeMolay COmmandery, Attention!
DeMolay Commandery, No. 5, will
hold a meeting of special importance
tonight. All Sir Knights are urged to
attend H. H. GAVIN,
--(Advt) Recorder.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr.. and Mrs. Nap Rucker, of Brook
iyn, who are spending the fall months
with relatives near Leslie, were visit
ors in Americas yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

We still have nice assortment Of
SIX and Wool Dresses for half price.
Warlick Bros. Co. Lamar st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

TAKE ADVANTAGE of reduction
on Hotpoint Irons, Toasters and Ell
Grillo. Phone 49, McBath Electric
Co. 26-8t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Carswell's Liver-Aid relieves bad
colds, headache, constipation and gives
life and strength to your whole sys-
tenn. Guaranteed by your druggist
(Advt.)
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Just received a swell line of Bath
Robes; prices reduced. Warlick Bros.
Co., Lamar st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr.. T. L. Jones, of Troy, Ala, was
among the visitors spending yesterday
in Americas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

FOR RENT-One nicely furnished
front room in the Hugh Mize home on
Lee street. Apply to Mrs. B. R. Boyd
24-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mrs. a. W. Smith, at her home CT
Lee street, is conyalescent after re-
cent illness.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Willow Plumes in white gray, black
feathers; tips at half price. Pearl
man S. Advt.) 1-3t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Rev. Thomas E. Davenport, return
ing to Cuthbert from the conference
session in Savannah. is the guest of
his brother, Mr. J. A. Davenport.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

One Dollar Hat Pins for 50 cents.
Bell, The Jeweler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

DR. B. L. Bridges, of Ellaville was
a visitor in Americas yesterday morn
ing.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Miss Louise Clendinen, of Dothan,
Ala, arrived yesterday upon visit Of
several weeks here to her sis
ter, Mrs. Thomas Jones, at her resi-
dence on Brown street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Great reductions on all Mems Pants
and Boys Suits and Pants, as we'll as
on all Shoes. Pearlmans.-(Advt.)
1-3t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr. j. H. Bailey, of Macon, was
among those from that city spending
yesterday here.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr. Burrell Richards spent yesterday
in Columbus on matters of business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04
Those Who Come and Go


Xmas Gifts now ON display. Dam
iels, the JeWeler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr.. c. n Price came down from
Macon yesterday, spending the day
in Americas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Messrs. F. B. Odell, of Atlanta, and
Arthur Odell, of Cleveland, Ohio, are
visitors in the city.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Americas Furniture Co., L. n. Davis,
PrOpr.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

On account of the recent death of
her mother, Miss Ruby Riley's wedding
will be very quiet one, only the i'm
mediate members of the family being
present.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr.. and Mrs. c. D. Bell have come
from Richland to make their home in
Americas.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

FOR SALE-Strawberry plants. B.
L. DeBruyne. 3-6t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mrs. Charles R. Crisp left yester-
day for Atlanta upon a visit of some
length to friends there.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr.. H. NJ Miller was among the At
lantans in Americas yesterday upon
business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Messrs. F. L. Fincher and J. c. Hun
ter, of Fort Valley, were visitors in
Americas yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Children's $3.50 Rain CapeS for
S1.9S as long as they last Warlick
Bros. Co., Lamar st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr.. W. B. Stratford, of Montgomery,
was among the many visitors in Amer
icuS yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Beaver Hats in white, black and
brown, at reduced prices. Pearlman's.
1-3t -(Advt)
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

PARTY WHO LOST DIAMOND pin
can get same by calling at this office,
identifying and paying charges on this
advertisement. If
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

FOR SALE-Gentle horse suitable
for family use. Mrs. J. o. Macarthur.
Phone 321. 1stf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mrs. Edward Stallings, of Cordele,
was shopping yesterday in Americus,
formerly her home.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

$500 and $4,000 Coat Suits $5.9S;
$500 and $4,000 Coat Suits, $685..
Pearlman's-(Advt.) 1-3t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr.. John A. Mcdonald, of Plains,
was in the city yesterday upon mat
tiers of business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

FOR SALE-Good milch COW; for
particulars phone 637, 3-2t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mr.. G. E. Bradley, trainmaster for
this division of the Seaboard, has
leased DR.. j. E. Prather's new bunga ,
low on Furlow street, and will soon
be at home there.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

HAVE YOU ROLD COAT SUIT,
Dress or Skirt made new-IOOking by
steaming and pressing; twenty-five to
fifty cents. Phone Walter Page, at
677.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mrs. William Coppedge returned yes
terday from a visit to relatives in
Montgomery.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

A swell line of Coat Suits for 1898,
$3.50 and $1,000; worth $l4.O0 to $40.
Warlick Bros. Co., Lamar st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mrs. Lizzie Hilbourne is the guest of
Mrs. T. NJ. Cobb at her home here,
having arrived yesterday from At
lanta.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Fine Furs greatly reduced as long
as they last. Warlick Bros. Co., Lamar
st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

length to friends there.
$500 and $4,000 Coat Suits $5.9S;
$500 and $4,000 Coat Suits, $685.
Pearlman's.-(Advt.) 1-3t
Mrs. William Coppedge returned yes
terday from a visit to relatives in
Montgomery.
Mrs. Lizzie Hilbourne is the guest of
Mrs. T. NJ, Cobb at her home here,
having arrived yesterday from At
lanta
Fine Furs greatly reduced as long
as they last. Warlick Bros. Co., Lamar
st.
Little Miss Sarah Hightower left
yesterday to visit relatives in She'll
man for few days.
JuuSe y. "A. I1lAOH anu MISS mary
Belle Hixon are spending several days
in Atlanta, Miss Hixon joining her ia
Their there yesterday
DR.. A. c. Boyett, of Friendship, was
in the city yesterday upon matters Of
business.
A beautiful line of Ladies Coats;
design and fabric in accord with fash
ions latest word. Pearlmans.-A
1-3t
Mrs. w. C Jones returned to At
lanta yesterday, after a visit to rela-
tiyes in Americas.
Mts. John c. Butt, of Buena Vista,
was 1.-THE guest of friends while spend
ing yesterday here.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mts. John c. Butt, of Buena Vista,
was 1.-THE guest of friends while spend
ing yesterday here.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Little Miss Sarah Hightower left
yesterday to visit relatives in She'll
man for a few days.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-12-04

Mrs. w. C Jones returned to At
lanta yesterday, after a visit to rela-
tiyes in Americas.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1912-05-21
'L0R|MER MAY HAVE
TO STAND SECOND
GR|LL|NG
Senate Committee Makes Ma
jority Report Sustaining II
|inoiS Statesman Minority
Condemns Him.

IBy Morning JournsI Special Leased Wire
Washington, May 20.-The secon
struggle over the retention Of William
Lorimer. of Illinois, in the United
States senate may be precipitated al
any time before final adjournment
The issues were drawn today In the
II aiority and minority reports of the
special Investigating committee.
Senator Lea. for the minority. in
troduced a resolution declaring that
corrupt practices were employed in
Lorimer's election and that his elec-
ton was invalid. This resolution will
be called up later when Senator Kern,
of Indiana. probably will open the de-
bate for the minority.
The resolution followed the submis-
sion of the two reports. The majority
headed by Senator Dillingham;. OF
Vermont. chairman of the committee.
stood by the senate's previous judg-
ment in favor of Lorimer. declaring
that no vote had been secured for him
by bribery.
The minority contended that at least
ten votes for him in the Illinois Leg
stature were corrupt and attacked
the majority's support of the plea OF
res adjudicata," saying that 1t was
that the majority mem-
bers. all Of them distinguished law
,ers. should have proceeded with the
without right or juris-
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1912-05-21
KING OF bELG|ANS
|SV|CT|M Of
SLANDER
Story Has it That Queen Shot
Woman Dead Caught in Com
promising Position With Hus-
band.

fBy Morning journal special Leased Wire.1
Brussels, May 20.--A semi official
communication dealing with the al
legged false reports as to the private
life of the royal family was issued to-
day in the. following terms:
''Since recent garden party held
at Lacken, calumnious rumors have
been put in circulation concerning
the private life of the royal family,
in which It has even been declared
that on the day of the garden party
the queen of the Belgians surprised
King Albert in the company of a lady
of the chamber and that the queen
shot the woman dead with a revol-
YER.
king Albert had no knowledge of
these reports, although for several
days military officers attached to the
court had learned of them by tele-
phone calls both from Belgium and
abroad. After consultation it was de-
cided to acquaint the king with tho.
reports. His majesty was astonished
and very indignant. He decided to
prosecute the authors of the reports
and all persons repeating them.
Criminal proceedings were insti-
tuted this afternoon before the kings
The newspaper LIE Peuple under
stands that three persons, whose
names are not given, are being prose-
cuted for circulating the ISLANDERS,
which take three forms.
According to the first the queen
surprised the king in the company of
a chambermaid and killed the lat
ter.
The incident has produced a pro-
found sensation here and public opin-
ion is greatly wrought up over the
SANDERS and their author
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1912-05-21
WILSON FIGHTS FOR
NEW JERSEY
DELEGATES
Governor Admits Opposition in
Home State and Appears for
People to Rise Above Party
In Present Campaign.

IBy Morning Journal Special Leased WIRE !
Burlington, y. J.. May 20.-Saying
he is being opposed in this campaign
by men who only see the office side
OF party loyalty" Governor woodrow
Wilson in his address at a mass meet
ing here today. admitted there is op-
position in his home state and party
to his nomination for the presiden-
cy. Disappointed office seekers, he
said. are being skillfully manipulated
and used by the great power of cor
ruption centered in one man.
This arch conspirstor i'm the ma
tional ruin of his own party years ago.
now seeks to resume his clutch upon
New Jerseys democracy because I
cannot bring myself TO believe tina;
the party was created to give men Of
flee.
We need A rejuvenation. a rebirth
of parties in the United States. We
want to get down to the foundation
and find out what party is to stand
for. What do YOU. the people. Get
out of the great fetish. so called party
loyalty? Are YOU supporting this gos-
ernment so that certain men can hold
office? Where do you come in? Does
the occupancy of public office by =
certain set of men fill the mouths of
your family with bread? Does II re-
move any of the great public wrongs
that are eating into the hearts and
poisoning the minds Of the citizens of