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The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1914-07-31

- pieces Figured Lawns 121.c and lie N2I.,
'uIN Clearing Sale price, 10 yards \
''i 49,
One assortment 26-inch CoIored Printed tnI.
and Plain and Fancy PopIins in a b. caiof Y
ilne-luly Clearing Sale price. .........-.... g."
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1914-07-31
Rubber Stamps.

am stiIl making rubber stamps
for the trade and with my latest de
vice for making stamps, can deliver
them in several hours after your or.
der is received, and all stamps are
guaranteed to print. Phone me
your orders at Daily Light office
adv. If pd ROY PHILLIPS.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1914-07-31

Lem Wray, the successful canai-
date for tax assessor, has the thanks
of the Daily Light force for ,ox
of fragrant cigars.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1914-07-31

Mr. and Mrs. d. &. lIamin have
returned from visit TO Pa!uski,
Tenn.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1914-07-31

Full line bath room trimmings.
T. S. CRONk co. adv II
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18

sure enough engine in it, but if you
can't bring an automobile, l would
like a tricycle. or a goat and lots of
candy, nuts and fruit. If you can,
please come to see Pryor, my best col
ored friend. l will divide what you
bring me with him, if you can't. Don't
forget my sisters, Marie and Frances;
also my baby sister. She is two
months old and has no name so guess
you had better bring her one. am SIX
years old and can ride mule. l am
sending you ten cents for the Empty
Stocking fund. My Dad says you are
not coming this year, but l tell him to
Just wait and see. Your little friend,
WILL DOYLE LOWERY.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
FrenchBIockhouse Close to Foe
Gets Food Through Projectiles

PARIS, Dec. 1S.-The French war
office announced today that the Allied
troops had repulsed all attacks by the
Germans, and thrilling incident of
the fighting northwest of senoms, near
La Mere Heuri, is thus related;
1T is at this point that we retained
posses sion of blockhouse less than
80 feet distant from the trenches of
the enemy. The French sergeant and
the four men who have taken up their
positions in this blockhouse are kept
supplied with food by their comrades
in the following manner:
"Loaves of bread are followed out
and inside is placed meat, or cans of
water Then at certain times of the
day these food projectles are thrown
over the walls into the blockhouse."
The following excerpt from the war
office statements illustrates the stub
bornness of the fighting in France and
the small gains in ground that are
called appreciate progress:
I'm the region surrounding Streen
Strante November 20, we advanced be-
tween 100 and $50 yards at Veldhock,
and the same day we made 60 yards at
Swartelen. The following day we ad
vanced $50 yards near the inn at Kort-
moker, and ON the 4th of December
we progressed more than 500 yards
in the region of Langemark and on
the next day, December 5, we made
more than 200 yards in the region of
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
FEROC|OUs SCOTCH
REGIMENT DUBBED
"sKIRTEO DEVILS

AMSTERDAM, Dec. 1S.-"Skirted
devils" is the name which the German
soldiers have conferred upon the
Scotch soldiers at Ypres, according to
wounded German troops in the mill
tary hospitals at Client and Antwerp.
The fury of the attacks of the Royal
Scots Fusiliers and the kits of the
Highlanders gave rise to the name
which the Germans conferred upon
them. The Second battalion of the
Royal Scots Fusiliers for two days and
two nights bore the brunt of the Ger
man attacks at Ypres, and then turned
without having had any food and little
sleep in the meanwhile, and counter
assaulted the Germans.
The Scots lost nearly 1000 men dur
ing these attacks.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18

NEW YORK, Dec. 1S.--The White
Star liner ,Megantic, for Liverpool, was
about to slip from her. North River
berth yesterday noon when two excit-
ed men uttering strange cries and
waving their arms rushed across the
gangplank.
"The captain!" they called. I'VE
want the captain!''
WELL" said Capt. David. What else
do you want?"
I'VE are detectives" These words
spoken loudly and after dramatic
pause had permitted crowd to gather
And" they went on, still more
loudly, as a group of reporters seemed
about to leave the ship, there is a
storeway on board!"
The reporters were apatheilc, the
captain plainly didn't believe it, but
the crowd was curious and wanted to
know how the sleuths knew.
"Ah, ha-' was the mysterious
answer. 1--WE are detectives
Everybody except the reporters, be-
gan looking Maiden ladies peered I'M
der their beds, rubicund gentlemen
searched the kitchen and cafe, and
card sharps looked at each other sus
piciously. Finally there was a cry
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
SHE WHACKED CONSUMPTION.
Red Gross Scale Are q Powerful
Weapon.

Weapon.
She was richly gowned and bedecked
with furs and Jewels. He was a shah
by, wien faced sort Of man. Both Of
them came up to the Red Cross Seal
booth at the same time. my wife is
dying with consumption" he said in a
husky voice. IAN we amt got much
money, because I'm out of work. but
she did want me to buy FIVE of them
seals. She says If she can take a
whack at consumption afore she dies
she'll rest easier. an l guess she will"
He wiped his eyes with his knuckles
and reached for the package of seals
which the pretty attendant had put up
for him.
"Where do you live?" said the richly
dressed woman, who had been an In
terested listener to the shabby mans
brief story. He gave an address In
one Of the poorest tenement house
neighborhoods.
81 was going to buy few seals for
my little girl" said the woman, "but
your wifes desire to get whack at
consumption has shown me what |
should do Please give me $50 worth,
miss. Tell your wife she whacked con-
sumption harder than she expected"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
Preston
Especial to Times-Recorder.)

Especial to Times-Recorder)
PRESTON, Ca, Dec. 17.-Xmas is
fast approaching, yet none too fast for
the Riddles" who are so eagerly anti
cipating Santa Claus.
Mrs. George Rees entertained pleas
antly Saturday night and Sunday hav-
ing Misses Foy Reese, Eva WEIGH and
Mamie Harris and Miss Lillian Free
man with her.
Mrs. E. E. Cook, of Cussets, was in
Preston last week, having come with
her son, John Rufus, who has been at
the Columbus hospital for several
weeks. She will move here soon to her
home near town.
Mrs. Oscar Virgins went to over
to Plains Tuesday to see Mr.. Virgins
who is at the Wise sanatorium.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. N. Russell motored
to Richland Sunday afternoon where
they spent short while pleasantly.
Messrs. Claude Cooke and Frank
Cobb, of Weston, were among others
in town one day this week.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
AnderSOnville
Especial to Times-Recorder.)

ANDERSONVILLE, Ga, Dec. 49,
The marriage of Miss Eunice Harden
and Mr.. Marvin Slappey last Monday
evening was a pleasant surprise to
their many friends here.
Miss Mary King has returned from
Fort Pierce, Fla, to spend the holt
days with her mother, Mrs. j. T.
Bickell.
Mrs. Minnie Hearn spent the week
end in Americas with relatives.
Mr. l. P. Greene, of Townsville,
was the guest of friends here Mon
day.
Burrell L. Joiner made business
trip to Americs Thursday morning.
Mrs. NJ. T. King returned to her
home at Fl. Valley after spending the
past week here witr relatives.
Misses Lille Mae and Thelma East
erlin will arrive from Bessie Tiff
Thursday evening to spend the holt
days.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
from the detectives:
I'VE have discovered him :"

We have discovered him"
They dragged trembling youth
into the center of the crowd. AS they
shook him and demanded he tell why
he did it" the stoway's head dropped
and tears fell to the detective, with a.
puzzled look, stopped shaking andE
leaned close to the stowayIs face.
Something was whispered and he sesz--
ed both the young shoulders andz
shook them back and forth.
Tears and Hair Betray.
Then the crowd was amazed, for
from the stowaway's head was shaken
a jaunty brown cap and long brown
hair fell over her girlish face.
"A girl" cried the detectives. we
thought so"
The girl began to weep and talk at
the same time, doing both effectively.
ooh, please don't take me off the
boat. I want to go to England and go
to the war Won't you let me? was
going to be drummer boy. Their uni
forms are so cute. Please don't arrest
me-"
The detective held up his hand for
silence.
What is your name and where have
you played the drum?" he asked the
girl.
I'm Christine Wexford, and I'm a
drummer girl in Wars of the World at
the Hippodrome. I'm only Is years
old and have been at the Hippodronra
three years and I'm going to the war
anyway"
The reporters strolled away.
So did the girl-she went back to-
the Hippodrome.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
Letters to Santa Claus
Is Glad Santa Is Coming Soon.

Is Glad Santa Is Coming Soon.
Americas, Ca, Dec. II, 1914.
Dear Santa Claus,
l am so glad you are coming soon.
I'm little girl three years old and
mother says l have been good. So
please bring me big doll and car
riage for her, bracelet and lots of
little toys to play with. Remember
mother and daddy, also my little friend
Mary Irise Stevens. She lives on
Spring street. So bye bye Santa.
RUTH HOWELL.
Hampton st.
p. S.-Please find enclosed ten cts.
for empty stocking fund. R. H.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
Gerald Wants an Air Gun.

Smithville, Ca, Dec. IS, 1914.
Dear Santa Claus:
Here l am just to tell you what |
want l know the panic is on and |
have lot of brothers, but Pm going
to ask you to bring me some things. |
want an air gun, knife, raincoat, cap,
some fireworks and some fruit. Don't
forget my little twin brothers, Leo
and Leon. Bring them a toy horse
and wagon apiece. Your friend
GERALD VIRGINS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
Grandfather is Mistaken.

Dear Santa Claus:
Grandfather said that the Germans
had killed you. hope they have not.
Let me know so can send you some
nretty flowers if they have. Please
bring me a bride doll and a big doll
he'd and a long cowgirl suit and a
pair of cowgirl gloves. Your little
friend JANE ARMS ftoNU'
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
Wants a Big Bull Pup.

Dear Santa Claus:
Please bring me boy scout suit
and how scout gloves and rifle and
something to put cartridges in and
some little cartridges, and a big bull
nun like Mary Bellies. l will be a
good boy next year and not fight HUI
ing. Your little boy
TOBIAS ARMSTRONG.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18

Americus, Ca, Dec. II,

Americas, Ca, Dec. II, 1914.
Dear Santa Claus:
Please bring me a ball and train
of cars. l have a little brother. He
would like little rocking chair. Bring
me and him some fruit Santa Claus
please don't forget me and my broth
er. So l will please. Your little
boys
HENRY and WALTON CASEY.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
He Gets Up Soon These Cold Mornings

Americas, Ga, Dec. II, 1914
Dear Santa:
| am little boy four years old. Pa
pa thinks | am smart. l bring in
wood every day and get up soon these
cold mornings. Please bring me COW
boy suit, train that runs on track,
cap pistol and plenty of caps, jump
ing jack, a horn and lots of fruit.
Please don't forget my little brother
Kirk and Cousin Lilloise. l am send
ing 10c to the Empty Stocking Fund to
help to make other little boys and
girls happy Xmas. Your little friend,
COMFY HAMILTON OLIVER.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
Wants All to Be Happy.
Americas, Ca, Dec. II, 1914,

Dear Santa:
| am sending ten (10) cents for the
Empty Stocking Fund. want all lit
tie boys and girls to be happy Xmas.
Please bring me tent, cowboy suit,
monkey, drum, box of candy and some
fruit. Don't forget papa and mama
and little Kirk. Do hurry and come
Your little friend,
GEORGE M'GRADY OLIVER.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
Same Old Story; Bring Me a Gun

Americas, Ca, Dec. II, 1914.
Dear Santa Claus:
l am little boy five years old. l
don't go to school because l am too
little. Please bring me gun; a
windmill and a wheelbarrow and lots
of nuts, fruit and candy. Don't forget
the poor children. Your little friend,
KERNWOOD BROWN.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18

d'Agny. We won 100 yards in the re-
gion of Hametz on December l, and
our advance on the 14th of December
amounted to about 200 yards the
region Of Andechy, Ovillers and Fri
court"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
Huling Doesn't Want Much.

Dear Santa Claus:
All l want this year is Victrola
and a wagon. am a very good little
boy. HULlNG Aims ho4>u'
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
TulIis Wants a Watch.
Smithville, Ga, Dec. II, 1914

Smithville, Ga, Dec. II, 1914.
Dear Santa Claus:
I'm little boy six years old. l
go to school every day. l try to be a
good little boy. l have a good teacher.
Her name is Miss Anna Moore. | want
you to bring me watch, horse and
wagon, pistol, knife and some fire
works and an Indian suit. Don't for
get my little brother, George, and my
little sister, Nadine. Your little friend.
TULLIS VIRGINS.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18

II Not an Automobile Make 1t Goat
Plains, Ca, Dec. II, 1914.
My Dear Santa;
II times are not too hard. please
bring me an automobile, one with a
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1914-12-18
ARMY LIFE LURES Her

Departure of White Star Liner From
New York to Europe Delayed by Ar
gus-Eyed Sleuths, Who "Capture"
Pretty Little Actress Planned to
Go to War, Trembling youth" De.
clares.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14
LETTERS
Mr.. WOOD PLEASE NOTE.

(The request Of Chairman II. p,
Wood OF the Hawaii Fair Commission
for suggestions from, the public Of
means Of promoting Hawaii at the
Panama international Exposition at
San Francisco in 1915 was published
in the Star. Bulletin yesterday after
noon and this morning responses
commenced to come TO this office, the
following being among the answers
receiVed.)
Editor HCnoulu Star Bulletin.
Sir: Accepting your invitation as
&c the best advertising medium for
Honolulu at the Panama-Pac'f'c eN,
position. would suggest the followinG
as a most substantial work of pro.
nQtiOn:
. The formation VI a eo'nn"uY to he
known aRthe Honolulu Eiffel Tower
& Amusement Co. Ltd, with a cap.
.talization Ct 100000. The company
to be fcr1ped for, the purpose Of
erecting an Eiffel tower, 500 feet
kigh. with ground space covering oIls
city block upon which could be erect,
ed Crystal Palace, which might con
tain modern stores and varied amuse
ments. z-- ia. ~ =
The tower could have a lifting ca.
racity for so persons and the summit
accommodations for 200 at one time
where the view would reveal the most
magnificent panorama that the world
can show. - -. ~.
In the Crystal Palace could be an
amphitheater- with a capacity Of 1000
persons and stage room for the larg-
est company of players obtainable. A
skating rink. either roller or with real
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14

This is a pretty good expression OF
indefinitencss, the uncertainty which
hedges the life OF the average man,
my con.
It's hard TO tell just how any par
ticular matter is going to turn out,
even when every precaution has been
taken TO make it turn out the way
you want il 10.
Some wise provision has made youth
positive. This stands him instead Of
other qualities time and experience
only can supply, but such a quality
in the old is dangerous. my son. 1t
isn't natural, and caution as a rule,
takes its place, furnishing us with a
buffer against collision which might
be disastrous.
The youth is strong resistant, fear
less and reactive. If he comes up
against It, my boy. he finds some way
cut, and, in a degree, his confident
assumption Of adequacy for any event
is demonstrated.
But just the same, there is an tlc-
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14
BIG BUSINESS CHEERFUL

President Wilson's trust busting program, far
from provoking bitter reioinders from Big Bust
ness, seems actually to please bankers, railroad
men and other spokesman of finance. At least
their comment on the general situation seems to
be sincerely cheerful
Henry Clews; the New York banker, COM
ments: "Real Improvement can be observed in
the business situation as demonstrated in the
slow but steady increase in demand for steel pro
ducts also greater activity and steadiness in
all the textile markets The outlook for spring
trade is generally regarded as encouraging and
the universal change from Il spirit of extreme
pessimism to- one of rational optimism is sure in
time to lead to still, further improvement be,
cause economic and business conditions at home
are essentially sound. OF course, there is more
or less distruSt of what Washington may do dur
ing the session preceding a congressional cleo
ton, but much confidence is expressed in the
ability of President Wilson to restrain radical
Tendencies
There is something naive about that last
phrase-"to restrain radical tendencies" 1t is
almost limited hy Mr.. Clews that the prcSidc.t is
restraining some Of his own radical tendencies.
One of the Big business leaders of the West,
John G. Shcdd, head of Marshall Field & Co.,
says:
IS Big Business mCr-and when say this |
am speaking particularly Of what | see in the
-.lYest-have great deal of confidence in Presi.
dent Wilson, and because of this confidence they
believe whatever he ultimately works out will be
just and right, and while such legislation may
not be in every respect in accord with their
views, they would appreciate the fact that legis-
lation is but an indication of the present senti-
ment of the public, and would i'll every way en-
deaEor to meet it and, in fact join in making
such legislation n success : " E -
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14
i BELIEVER IN PRtPsREDAtss


Governor Pinkham's Lincoln Day address to
the pupils of Mid-Pacifie Institute contained
these significant words:
whether commercialsm will cause war
among nations might be answered in the affirm,
alive but from the fact that the debts of nations
and cost of war and the uncertainty of the re-
suits of war, under the technical conditions per-
tanning, however well prepared and equipped a
nation may believe itself to be, render the profit
doubtful
Zone should not believe the hope of peace, the
love of peace, and the promise of peace precIudes
the possibility of war
The problems that Abraham Lincoln had to
face are the problems the world has to face,
though the kaleidoscope has changed it's posi-
ton
sIspeak for all the amenities of peace and the
highest civilization, butaa the same time urge
the character that has strength, force and vigor
in mind and body to. make mentally and physi-
cally a powerful, just people and nation
Evidently the governor is believer in '.pre.
pafedness" andsthat is the natural belief for one
who lives in Hawaii and closely observes the sit.
nation.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14

ice, could be leading amusement
feature. while space for billiard and
pool parlors, bowling alleys. buffet.
grill, aquarium, menagerie, ayiary and
mankey house could be among tho
amusement features. Ballroom space
for 500, with luxurious lounges, cloak
room space and refreshment parlors
would add TO the attraetiveness .oI
the venture.
The building should be open at 10
a. m. and remain open until midnight.
music being provided all day long.
The palace also could become tho
flower show Of the world. while space
could be reserved for works OF art
and curios from over the entire globe.
Workshops and baEars for Island
products and native manufactures
could be artisticaIly located near the
main entrance, in which could be
erected an elaborate fountain and
waterfall, illuminated with varhcoi-
ered lights.
This investment would pay big div
blends. Get busy and advertise Ho-
rolum In q bnsinesswayl ..
FRANK TAYLOR.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14
REMAINS. OF MRS, ALLEN
LAID At fREsfstovIMG
FRIENDS ATTEND SERVICES

The services over the remains of
Mrs. Bathsheba NJ Allen we're held
late yesterday afternoon from thu
Alakea street residence. DR.. Doremus
Scudder of the Central Union church,
assisted by Rev H. H. Parker of the
KaWaiahao church, officiating.
humber of kawaiahao Seminary girls
sang sacred music Interment was
at the Nuuanu Cemetery. the re,
mains being laid to rest by those OF
her husband.
The high place she holds in the
memory of her many friends their
sorrow at her loss. ,was testified to
by the great number CT floral offer
ings. Officers of the KaahumanU Sc.
Getty and members attended in a body
Seven nephCws Of the deceased and
che nameSake of her late husband act.
ed as pallbearers. as follows: James
Jaeger Charles McWayne. Samuel AL
len Walker. Allan G.. Robinson. Maj k
A. Robinson. Jr. Lawrence p. Robin
son. Henry Jaeger and Robbie Nc
Wayne. The funeral arrangements
ere conducted under the supervision
of H. H. Williams.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14
==&s=aaza=.s a.: {: sss.==s..ss.=s
Old Docs Talk
y YOU CAN'T MOST ALWAYS SOMETIMES NEVER TELL
2 2 . !. 2 2 2 .

ment OF uncertainty about life itself
which is differed throughout the ca
reer of every man. and fogs the future
however clearly the sun may light the
present.
A sword hangs in the air BY its fra.
gile thread. Are We therefore. my boy.
TO go about in fearful attitude, crying
and pSep.ng hedging behind trees and
shooting out of trenches, lest yicessi-
tude stride US. or We be the object OF
misfortune? Not much While not
sure Of many things to te, We can
make sure that We shall go on our
way like men. valiant and true.
Yes, my son. thank God that we can
tie sure OF our attitude towards any
particular event You can't most al
ways sometimes never tell. but you
can always be a man.
with a heart for any fate"
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14
THRIFTY BRITISH COURT
LADIES MUST RESIGN
ERy Latest NAM

LONDON, Several OF the ladies' OF
the royal household are expected q
resign because Of an order by Queen
Mary which states that no lady OF the
loyal household may have any direct
connections with business Of any sort,
Ii is the result Of practice, which can't
be termed grating exactly, OF Ger
ain ladies to throw the business OF the
royal household to concerns In which
they have an interest. A West End
florist shop is owned by one CT the
-a3ies in waiting.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1914-02-14
EDITOR

The general opinion seems +" be that viii son :
trust program does not "v'rStrp the hounds Of
financial safety for the country.
Democracy will largely reap the political ben
cfits Of the situation. vet the fact remains that
the ground has been ploushed narrowed and
Sowcd 10y Republican administrations and 1t was
Republican action against the big trusts that set
the country to thinking The result Of that COM
positc thought is the Wilson program Of today: