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The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
|ohn A. Rosborough, OF
Gainesville, Elected Com
mander Fla. Div. U. G.. Y.

Georgia, and was a man Of promi-
nence in his old home. having held
the office of sheriff of his county.
He was also county commissioner II,
Lake county, this State. For some
years he resided in this city, where
he has a nephew, Mr.. Russell Col
bert, and niece, Mrs. o. J.. Pope.
and other relatives. About two years
ago he moved to Tampa, where sew
eral children reside. He was a man
of the highest type of character,
universally esteemed by those ac-
quainted with him.
The body of the aged veteran was
taken in charge by the Kimbrough
Undertaking Co. and was prepared
for shipment to Tampa, which will
be made this afternoon, inteyment
taking place in that city. A son If
the deceased came up on the l,2o
train to accompany the remains to
their destination.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
RECEPTION LAST NIGHT

The attractive home of Mrs A.
II Darracott was the scene OF
pretty affair last evening when the
Daughters entertained the Matrons
and Maids of Honor, the Sponsors,
and the Daughters of the Confeder-
acv who are attending the State re-
union this week.
The house was beautifully deco
rated with flags and bunting in the
Confed rate colors, and quantity
Of cu t flowers, vines, and ferns were
ottractiveIv arranged throughout
the reception rooms.
As the guests arrived, they were
met at the door by Mrs. d. j.
browning, aud introduced to the re-
ceiving line, Mrs. A. II. Larracott'
Mrs E S. MrGlashan, Miss Hat
rio Cox Mrs. W. e. Norvell, Mrs.
7. L. Bryant, Mrs. J. D. Aiien'
and Mrs. J. F. Gracy, by Mrs NJ.
r. Hetherington
The guests were conducted TO the
dining room by Mrs. f. Z. Flana-
NJ
oan Miss Lena McCrary and Mrs.
m p Cox. where they were served
With ice cream and cake by Mrs. F.
~ Terrell. Mrs. /. j. Jennings
Miss Maggie Bryant. Miss Jeffries
ond Mrs. H. J. Anderson. Punch
ros eerved on the front porch by
Miss Hcloise Bowyer, Miss Anna
Relle Marshall and Miss Erma Nor
veil.
musical program was rendered
vocal solos being given by Mrs.
Tbos. Cason, Miss Frances higgins
and Mr.. Williamson. and piano
numbers by Mrs. Hilda Peterman
and Mrs. ]. W. Darracott.
The Veterans were invited to joil
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
CAMP FIRE IN PARK
LAST NIGHT

There is nothing more interesting
than to hear the beloved old veter-
ans recount their experiences during
|the war, telling of their vicissitudes
and of the humorous side of the
conflict as well, and last night the
park was filled with veterans, their
ladies and a large number of visit
ors and homefolks, who gathered to
enjoy the Camp Fire" which made
up last evenings entertainment
For two hours first one veteran and
then another told anecdotes and in
/ cidents of the war and of their per-
sonal experiences and everyone in
the large crowd thoroughly enjoyed
I! hearing the speakers.
Miss Ida Jeffries was introduced
as Maid of Honor from the First
Brigade. and she made stirring ad-
dress which we take pleasure in re-
producing elsewhere in this issue.
| An invitation was extended at the
Camp Fire for all veterans who
possibly could to attend the recep-
ition at the home of Mrs. Darracott,
which was rendered the Maids of
gHonor, Sponsors and Daughters.
Here they mingled with the fairer
lsex, enjoying their hospitality and
TALL declared the evening was one
long to be remembered
A feature of this mornings ses-
sion was the address of General Ma
than Bedford Forrest, adJutant IN
chief of the Sons of Confederate
Veterans. General Forrest spoke
eloouently and at some length OF
the objects of the organization at
the head of which he stands, ana
urged the Veterans to cooperate IN
the work of the Sons, which is TO
see that Justice is done the Sodth ny
history. The preservation Oh war
records the compilation OF accurate
and authentic data, giving the true
facts as to the achievements Oh
southern men, not only in the civil
war but in other stirring nistorlcai
enochs of the nation, and the cor
rection of preiudiced or biased ac-
counts of these occurrences, are the
narticular objects of the Sons OF
lvatarans and General Forrest urseu
|, oil MANNERS of the organization 10
oraatar interest in these matters
!, no maid a glowing tribute to the
norghters of the Confederacy, spoke
q, the monuments they had erected
90 ,beir devotion to the cause anu
the preservation of its lraui.ions'
and stated that he had often hearu
it said by his distinguished ia'ne-
and others that had it not oeeh ~,
tho women of the South the ONi'
war would not have lasted siA
,ontbs. General Forests remarhs
were listened to with rapt ateen'ioi'
. and roundly cheered.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
Automobile Ride

Fifty automobiles carried the Vet
erans on a ride around the city and
through the surrounding country
yesterday afternoon, and all enjoyed
the trip, everybody expressing their
surprise at finding such a progress
sive and uptodate city, commenting
on the cleanliness Of the city, Of its
handsome paved streets. lovely
homes and lakes, and of the beauti-
full country surrounding the town.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
First Annual
Re-UniOn of Sons
In Session Today

The Sons of Veterans are holding
their first annual reunion here to-
day, the meeting opening at 2:3O
o'clock at the City Hall at which
time the following program was
carried out:
Call to order by V. w. Stephen
son, first lieutenant commander
Camp E. Kirby Smith, Lakeland,
Fla.
Invocation by d. II. Sloan, chap
lain Fourth Florida brigade.
Comrade Stephenson, commander
Lakeland Camp, turns convention
over to Chas. II. Spencer, of Tam
pa, commander Fourth brigade.
Comrade Spencer turns conven-
tion over to w. w. Harriss. of Oca-
,la, commander Florida Division, S.
&c. v.
Address by n. B. Forrest, adult
ant in chief S. C. v.
Address of welcome by Comrade
". w. Stephenson, OF Lakeland.
Response to address of welcome
by Comrade d. e. McKeever OF
Camp Jno. NJ. Martin, Ocala, Fla
Address by J. j. Stewart, OF
Bradentown, Fla.
Address by Comrade J. r. In
gram of Camp Stonewall Jackson
Jacksonville, Fla, on the good oil
the order.
Song by Miss Emma Scott, oI
Jacksonville.
Roll call Of camps.
appointment of credential com
mittee.
| General business.
New business.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
FRENCH PROGRESSING
(By Associated Press }

Paris, Oct. 30. A French Official
statement this afternoon says tho
French have progressed at several
points on the battle line. particular
ly at Ypres and to the south of Ar
ras. Nothing new on the front be-
tween Nieuport aui Dixmude. Be-
tween the Aisne and Argcnne the
French have occupied several Ger
man trenches. The French have
also advanced in the Apremont re-
gion.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
LAKELAND. FLORIDA, THURSDAY, OCT. 20, 1914.
Order of Parade

The Parade will promptly $3.50 Friday afternoon
The following is the Order OF the Parade
Mounted Police
Fire Department Ton foot, following fire truck)
City Officials Gin automobie)
Band Con foot)
Boy Scouts on foot two carrying u s. and Confederate
fags)
DAUGHTEOF THE CONFEDERACY Gin automobles)
CONFEDERATE VETERANS Gin automobies)
This Division will march by and in order of Brigade led by
the Sponsors and Maids of Honor)
Lakeland Camp IT, VS. Gin automobles)
Members OF the G. A. R. Gin automobles)
Sons OF Confederate Veterans Con fooD
Spanish American War Veterans (on foot)
The Committee desire give notice that they will en-
that all the delegations provided with cars
but is understood the ladies and old soldiers are
first provided for.
All citizens owning urgently requested TO
have them in line not later than 245 M whether previous
y by the committee not every available car Ill the
city will be needed.
The Mayor has requested to act Mashal OF the
Parade and he has called to his assistance Messrs r. H.
Rivers Dr. W. S. Irwin The orders OF these gentleme
in connection with the parade should be respected
The line of the parade will be as follows:
From City Hall on Florida Avenue north to school
house. where stop will be made tor an address from
along Peacree Street Tennessee thence south to
Oak along Oak Kentucky and south across railroad TO
Main Street thence Massachusetts thence south 10
Orange west Kentucky. north to Man, west to ehhes
see south to Orange west to florida, north to Main ana
dsperse
The mounted Poice Fire Department. City Officials and
Band will assemble Main Street between the lily Hal
and Tennessee Avenue
The Bows Scouts and Daughters of the Conederacy Will
assemble on the south side of the park. .
The Confederate Veterans, in order OF Brigade and with
he;r cnorsors and Maids will assemble the north side
oi Main Street between Tennessee and Kentucky.
The Lakeland Camp OF the U. c. VS. and Spanish Amer
can War Veterans will assemble at the loot OF Nam street.
The committee in charge desire Scout Master Messy
Phantom TO be on hand place the Scouts in ne a. o
worthy to place the Daughters D. Allen the Veterans A.
C. Schafer the G. A. RS: B. H. Belsario the Spanish war
Veterans.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
Allies Hold
Their Ground
In Flanders
BERLIN EXPLAINS 1T BY
DECLARING II BRITISH
BATTLESHIPS ARE
ASSISTING
British Court Mourns For
Prince Maurice, First Of
Royal Family To Be
Sacrificed
(By Associated Press)

London, Oct. 29.-The Times
Copenhagen correspondent tele-
graphs that it is learned in Berlin
that soldiers are being rushed from
the east and west battle fronts to
Belgium in response 10 the emper-
or's order to take Calais at all costs.
1t Is semi-officially announced that
the Germans will be able to control
the southern part of the North Sea
when they possess Calais.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
Germans Being Rushed
To Belgium To Take
Calais At All Costs
u. G.. Y. Committee
On Resolutions
Made Report

This afternoons session opened with
the report of the committee on reso-
lutions which were adopted by
Unanimous rising vote, and which
follows:
Your committe on resolutions re-
spectfully offer their report.
Resolved, That the United Con-
I federate Veterans of the Florida Di-
vision, in its Gath annual conven-
tion, held in the city of Lakeland,
do most heartily thank the citizens
of this splendid Southland city for
the gracious hospitality that has
been given us so charmingly since
we have been their guests. Unto
them is deserving the highest praise
and our deepest gratitude.
+ To the Boy Scouts-those splen-
did scions of a noble stock, we pay
hearty tribute and hearty thanks
for valuable service.
That unto that splendid product
of our State that best type Of South
Tern young manhood, Hon. Oscar G
Eaton. mayor Of the city Of Lake
land, we leave this message of af-
fectionate gratitude for his untiring
and intelligent attentions that have
contributed so much to our enjoy
ment.
That our thanks be conveyed to
the local committee for providing
homes for the members of the con-
vention, and SO fine an auditorium
where we have met for our delibera-
tions. Our comforts have been i'm
measurable, and our every want an
) ticipated.
To Gen. ]. A. Cox, whose genial.
lity has been an inspiration and
whose old age is now crowned with
J that love Of the other fellow that IL
fragrant with good things We leave
a deeper thankfulness than we car
express. Through him we send thi'
, open expression of our love to his
comrades in Lakeland Camp.
Especially to those thoughtful cit
| CONTINUED on Page a.,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
CRUISER EMDEN.
DISGUISED AS JAP
BOAT, SINKS TWO
SHIPS
(By Associated Press. }

Toxic, Oct 20 The British
embassy heard today that the Ger
man cruiser Emden, flying the Jap
anese flag and disguised by the ad-
dition of a fourth smokestdck, en-
tered Penang, British possession
in the Straits Settlement, sinking
the Russian cruiser Jamtuchug and
a French destroyer. The Jemtchug
carried a crew of 334 men.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
SERIOUS OUTBREAK
AT PORT AU PRINCE
(By Associated Press.)

Port Au Prince, Oct. 20. "A Sc
rious revolutionary outbreak oc-
Cured here last night as i result Of
the landing of Charles Iamor,
brother of the republic. There was
street shooting throughout the city
and encounters continued today.
Members of the ministry have taken
refuge in foreign consulates.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
NO REPORT RECEIVED
(By Associated Press.)

Berlin, Oct. 29.-It is officially
announced in Berlin today that
nothing is known concerning the re-
port that German troops entered An
COLA. q Portuguese West African
colony. 49,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
Social Functions Given
In Honor of the Visitors

the ladies after their Camp Fire in
the park, and all thoroughly enjoyed
the occasion.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1914-10-29
THE TELEGRAM EXTENDS EXTENDS
GREETINGS TO VETERANS

The Evening Telegram eN-
tends good wishes to the se.- @
Grams and takes pleasure this
afternoon in giving each Vet
eran a copy of the paper WIN
It's compliments, trusting its
contents will be of interest
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
Democrats Nominated.

Barney Moran won the assembly
contest in the Oneida, Forest and
oneida district thereby confirming
our belief in him as expressed some
weeks ago.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
LADY GETS TWO MUSKYS

A party consisting of Mrs. C. G..
Parker, DIR. n. p. Curry, of Chicago
and Mr.. and Mrs. w. E. Amback OF
Philadelphia, guests at the Everett
for several weeks past, spent last Fri
day fishing Scattering Rice lake
guided by the well known scout,
Frank Johnson Mrs. Parker proved
herself the champion of her party and
the day, when she caught and landed
II pound muskelunge and while
still receiving congratulations from.
her companions, twenty minutes lat
er. caught and safely landed a 25
FOUNDER. The rest Of the party were
so disheartened by this that they
gave up and returned to the resort,
for Some where the sun was shing-
ing etc. But there was no JOY in
Mudyille, spirit thickly pervaded
the atmosphere Mrs. Parker's tro-
phies will be mounted and adorn her
home at 1866 Cottage Grove, Ave-,
Chicago, where they will serve as
souveniers of the summer spent at
Eagle River.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
LOST HIS LIFE FOR PET DOG

The Rev. Thomas G.. Gaffney, of
Chicago, lost his life late Friday af-
ternoon at the Red Oak resort in try
ing to assist pet dog into his canoe.
With his cousin, Miss Catherine Gar
side, he had gone out to fish. A
small dog that refused to be left be-
hind swan out to them before they
had got far from shore and while be-
ing taken in the canoe overturned.
The lady after throwing a pair of
water wings to the priest was able to
swim to shore and call for help
that started Immediately to the res
cue. VIM. Patton and Jas. Merical
saw the accident from where they
were fishing farther out and roWed as
fast as possible to the place reaching
there about the time the party from
shore did. The body was standing
erect and hands grasping the water
wings, covered by six inches of water.
Strong efforts were made TO restore
life both before and after the arrival
Of medical aid from town. The re-
mains were brought to town next
morning, brief services being held
at st. Peters Catholic chucll. by Fir.
Toplac, before leaving for Chicago on
the $3.50 train accompanied by Miss
Garside. A pathetic incident was OBJ
served at the church and train of the
the two pet dogs plainly mourning
the strange absence of their loved
master, ali unconcious that one of
them was responible for that strange
metal box that was to be their bag
gage car companion for the long
journey home.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
DISTRICT CONVENTION

spite Of inclement weather TO pre-
VI. uie attendance by the pub
T. We lnter-County convention of
.| W {. L. t.. concluded a success
I, VI Two day session here last evening.
sung members and delegates were
,Seic from Rhinelander, Amigo,
Ir ,a''uOh' Florence and Shawano.
g, convention opened Wednesday
.',i0ot with short business meet
~ 'aen adjourning to the home of
,r,s j. Strong where banquet
H. 'Tnuered them by the local I'm
~ IN the evening an interesting
SIAM was given at the Congrega-
R,s a. church. Thursday morning
hi 1e Wv. to the election of officers
ny oifcial business. The afternoon
49, q, evening ,s programs were enjoyed
.,s' :, Ynose fortunate enough to be
- esn'' interesting addresses being
w. e y Mines, Sizer, Rick, Calkins,
>So't, 6rif6ths and Cook.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
Complete Line OF School Suppiisf
-Ra0Ie Drug Store--AIways. ~

Miss Sadie Greensman OF sc. Louis
left for her home Saturday after an
extended ~ visit with the n Frankel
family.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
Move Into Larger Quarters.

Owing to an increasing business
that demands larger floor space, the
milliner and bakers shop of Mrs. T..
johnson was moved this week from
the Emmons location on Main street,
into the Persohn building at Railroad
and Division streets. The entire
first floor will be used as family liv-
ing rooms and for business purposes
and will be an ideal location for the
business.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
VIII Throw Us. See if They DOa't.

Read the Milwaukee Journal OF
Aug. 3oth for report of the forest
ry committee just after their return
from inspecting forestry work in. the
eastern states. If any resident OF
the proposed forestry area OF Wiscon-
sin can see any glimpse OF salvation
coming their way from the final re-
port that the committee will make to
the legislature next winter, they are
more optimistic than we are.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
Matt ScheribeI Lost Both Legs at
NeiISyiIIe. Wednesday Morning.

A message received here Wednes-
day forenoon stated that Matt Scheri-
bel had both legs cut off by a train at
Neilsville, that morning. The dis
pach said that he was then on the
way TO the hospital at Eau Claire, for
which place Mrs. Scheribel at once
left. Matt's large circle Of friends
here We're very sorry to hear of his
great misfortune and hope for his
successful recovery.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
CARD OF THANKS

i desire to expires my thanks for all
the kind acts of attention shown by
the people Of Eagle River to the
Stranger within your Gates at time
Of sorrow. KATHERINE GARsIDE.
School SappIies--EagIe Drug Store
Eagle Drag Store School Supplies
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
Schaeffers Heard From.

Mrs. Amos Radcliffe informed the
Review this morning Of the receipt
of letter from her parents, written
a month ago. They were well. and
well treated and expected to secure
early transportation home.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
Read This.

The Time Insurance Company Of
Milwaukee, have paid over Two
Thousand Dollars in claims in the
Town OF Phelps within the past tive
years. We pay the first day on an
sick claims. Hunter Case, Local Mau-ass
ager, Phelps, Wis
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04

The banner lot Of potatoes seen in
town thus far this season was a box
sent down Tuesday by L. L. Denton
of Conoyer. They were beauties al
though still in All immature stage.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04

Miss Hattie Richmond went to Mil
waukee Wednesday to purchase the
fall millinery stock for the Stannard-
Richmond ladies. supply housee.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04

- 1'ss' and Mrs. Grifiths left last
u, ,"i.is lor Potosi to attend the fun
ns., " Afs.Grifiths Aunt Lizzie
nj y aa aged lady and pioneer
@esnt OF southwestern Wisconsin.
Ilsgi insS a writer of some prominence
lie If s Written several books deScript-
segio,n edliy day life in the lead mine
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04

A telegram from Chas. Zimpelman
received yesterday afternoon am
nounced the death Of Mr.. Scheribel at
1890 a. M, and that he and Mrs.
Scheribel would arrive here with the
remains to day friday Funeral ar
rangements are undecided but will
likely take place to morrow.
Yesterday morning Matt Scheribel
had both legs cut off while stepping
off the early morning passenger. In
some manner he slipped and fell I'M
der the slowly moving train and his
right leg was cut off above the knee
and the left leg below the knee. DR..
Bradbury was hastily summoned
and the train held until the injured
man could be given temporary atten-
tion. He was taken OH the train to
the Eau Claire hospital by DR.. Brad
bury and George Grassie and hopes
are entertained of his recovery from
his terrible accident.
I MIR. Scheribel has been employed by
Mr.. Grassie at the office of the Home
maker Land Co. He is about 81 years
of age, very temperate and pleasant
gentleman and well liked by all WIZ
know him. He is an old WoodsmaI
and guide and came here from Eagl'
River where his family resides and i
well known throughout the northern
part of the state. Neilsyille TINES,
| We are indebted for the above b.
courtesy of I. Johnson. Ed.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1914-09-04
PRIMARY
ELECTION
RESULTS

Nnofficial but approximately cor
feet returns give Tuesdays results in
the county as follows:
Republican Ticket.
Hatton won the nomination for
governor.
Dithmar for Lieut.. Governor
Holman for Sec'y State.
Schardt for State Treasurer.
Owen for Atty. General.
Burke for q. S. Senator.
f. A Everett carried both Iron and
Villas counties for assembly nomina-
tion.
wa. Bradford, County Clerk. No
opposition.
For Treasurer Chas. HI. Adams de-
feated ). L. Nemacheck by 36 MAORI
ty.
Frank Hall for Sheriff. Not opposed.
For Coroner, PJ. Gaffney won by
H9 majority
| w. Fl. Radcliffe headed under the
wire 265 votes ahead OF Paul kamke
running for Clerk of Circuit Court.
@. III. Wiegand wrested the nomin-
alton for District Attorney away
from. Geo. f. O'Connor by 10 majori-
| ty.
w. B. Raymond for Register OF
Deeds and Dan Graham for Surveyor
had no opposition.
The Nevada County picayune., 1914-11-27
RICHNESS OF MILK

4 reader says he has a COW that gives 30 pounds of mix 2 day on pasture, or green stuff, and cotton-seed meal; but that the milk is not rich, and he wants to know what he can feed her to make more butter.
 The average person will not believe that he cannot materially increase the richness of the milk by the kind of feed given. but since this is a we'll established fact we are compelled to make the statement in reply to this question. even though we know many will not believe it. The
The Nevada County picayune., 1914-11-27

2. If you must get some mon ey on cotton, gin 1t and try to borrow from a bank. The bank vii frequently lend direct to the farmer for half the cost of get ting the money through lawyer or professional money lender.
 3. If you must sell outright, pool your cotton with that of the other neighbors who must sell; see that it is properly g aded. and work together to see that you get full market prices for both Int and seed.
 1, Face the fact that we must cut our cotton acreage 50 per cent next year. Make plans to raise all the feed-tutfs ne ded on your own farm; and make plans, to-, to cooperate with your nelgbbors in growing, gradnl, shipping, and selling the exec $ products which you must grow lon the acreage you take from cotton-production.
 5. Finally, demand that your State Agricultural Department, Agricultural College, etc. ar range to give next year the same effective aid in crop-marketing through institutes. bulletins, per sonal assistance, and demonstrat ions that they have heretofore given in crop making Progress sive Farmer.