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POVERTY OR PROSPERITY.

From the Manufacturers Record.)
Bradstreet's reports that 1914 showed
that the number Of failures was the
largest in the history Of the country
since the organization commenced COM
piling the statistics of business inter-
ests. The total number of failures for
the year was 1853. an increase of 2,3f
over 1867, the panic year In which we
thought the country had almost reached
the high-water mark of business dis
aSters The aggregate amount of LA
bilities of failures in 1907, due TO the
failures Of many large concerns, was
somewhat greater than In 1914. but this
is an unfortunate record against last
year in that it shows that the disasters
OF the year were widespread and affect
cd the small as well as the larger bust
ness interests of the country. Indeed
the failures in 1914 were about GO pei
cent greater in numbers than the fail
ures in 1907.
This is a sad record of disasters. 1t Is
an indication Of the widespread depress
ion which now finds expression in the
hundreds of thousands of idle people
who walk the streets Of the towns and
cities of the country. vainly seeking
against the theories Of those who have
talked about unshackling trade ano
commerce and developing the prosperity
of the nation by a free trade propa
| ganda.
| These facts should cause the country
| to pause and study the situation. Pei
theories may be very beautiful. but wher
they run against stubborn facts of thi.
kind there Is nothing left of the theor
les The facts still live. A celebrated
orator who was once enunciating som,
| beautiful theories, was told that tn,
facts did not support his argument
| Facts" said he "embarrass me-" H,
was willing to admit that facts. con
trary to his arguments and theories, dit
embarrass him. but many of tho publ
men Of to-day prefer to shut their eye
| to facts and to fonde with delight thei
| pet theories.
What answer will the millions Of PEG
pie in this country, whose loss Of bust
ness and Of profits and Of employment
are the staggering facts of the day
make to tho theories of the politicians
Every man may we'll ask himself
DO | want poverty or prosperity?
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AMMUNITION FACTORY EXPLOSION

A slight explosion at the powder plant
of the Robin Hood Ammunition company
| destroyed one entire building at 80
Wednesday. March 81, and injured one
man, julius Human.
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CLERGYMEN IN SESSION.
April Meeting of WinOOski Association
of CONGREGATIONAL Minister'S

The Winooski Association of Congrega-
tional Ministers held its April meeting
Monday in the parlors Of the College
Street Church DIR. S. G. Barnes pre-
sided in the absence of the president
and called the meeting to order at eleven
o'clock in the morning. \ paper was read
by Professor S. f. Emerson his topic
being THE Divine Ideal for Humanity
as Presented in the Fourth Gospel The
reading of the paper was followed by
extensive discussion and comment by the
members, following which adjournment
was taken to the Hotel Vermont for
luncheon at 1870
At the afternoon session the Rev. c. H..
Smith. superintendent of the Vermont
Anti-Saloon League, read a review OF
Professor +. \. Rosss book entitled The
New Conception Of Sin" Following the
review the remainder Of the afternoon
was given over to a general discussion
of the subject.
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SISTERS TAKE THE VEIL.
Solemn Ceremony in Chapel of Mount
Saint Mary Academy.

a solemn ceremony took place Tues
day in the chapel of the Sisters Of Mercy
of Mount Saint Mary Academy when
four young ladies' were clothed in the
habit of the order and three took the
first vows. The Very Rev. Joseph F.
ellis, " G., officiated at the ceremony
in the absence OF the Rt. Rev. j. j.
Rice, D. D., who was unexpectedly call
ed away. The Rev. ]. NJ. Kennedy of the
Cathedral was the master of ceremonies.
Present in the sanctuary were the Rev.
#. j. Leonard of Middlebury, the Rev.
j. F. Rand Of Winoosld. the Rev. Eu-
gene Cray Of Brandon. the Rev. F. A.
WEIGH of Orwell the Rev. Bernard Nc
Mahon of Rutland, the Rev. w. j. Ray
mond of Sheburne, the Rev. Father
Hendy of the Cathedral and the Rev.
Father Viens, s. S. e, of ST. MichaePs
College. The Rev. Father Cray preach
ed the sermon
The sisters who took VOWS were Sister
Mary Clotilde, Sister Mary Marcella and
Sister Mary Bertille. The young ladies
who received the white veil we're Miss
J Iiilda Cotnoir of New Bedford Mass,
Miss Mary O'Brien Of Jonesville. Miss
Augusta ellis of Prince Edward Island
and Miss Elizabeth McMulla of Middle
| bury
! Friends from out Of town present were
Miss Elizabeth Cassidy of New Bed
ford. Mass. Mr.. and Mrs. l.. N. Cotnoir
Of st. GERMAN de Granthan. p. O., Mr.
and Mrs. Michael McNulla, Helen and
Agnes McNulla Of Middlebury. Miss Cath
crime Reynolds and Miss Mary Reynolds
of Bellows Falls. T. r. Brady. Rose
Brady Anna Brady and Marion Brady
OF Bakersfield, Maria Brady OF Enosburs
Falls. Mr.. and Mrs. John O'Brien and
George o'Brien Of Jonesville. Mr. and
Mrs J. D. 'Bren Of Springfield, Mass,
Miss Anna Slattery, Mrs John MCGUIRE
and Miss Clare Lynch OF Montpelier
Patrick Cumisky, Edward Cumisky and
James Il. Cumisky of New York city,
Mrs. Frank HRlpaa Of Salisbury. MIA
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depreciation, a net profit of s1,8s3.37,
which must be encouraging to the light
commissioners and equally 90 to the citi-
zens. and should enlist all to aid this
department with their patronage and in
nuence to increase the number of its
patrons and its profits
STREETS.
The condition Of our streets brings us
n proposition worthy Of attention The
increase in automobile traffic, especial
ly the heavy laden trucks, necessitates
much repair work.
1 approve of good roads, a system of
permanent work so far as is consistent
with our financial condition, suggesting
that the present streets be kept in good
repair first.
HEALTH.
This department is in charge of pro-
fessional management
l am confident that the sanitary cond-
,tions in all matters will be carefully con-
sdered.
The health officers report shows that
our city will stand a favorable compari-
son with other cities, as regards clean
Illness and good sanitary conditions.
CHARITIES
During the past year additional room
has been provided at the poor farm, so
that the former crowded condition has
been relieved. The farm is under COM
pctent management the buildings are in
fair condition, and tho ovcrseer has con-
Quoted the department as economically
aus possible consistent with proper care
/ of the poor. Especial mention should be
made Of the assistance given to this ds-
partmcnt by the several organizations in
tho city helping with the work OF carin s
for deserving people.
POLICE
A city requires efficient eorco, mon
OF good character, OF sufficient judE-
ment IN making arrests, guarding as
they are bound to do the peace of the
community. I shall endcavor TO select
such men. If any are required, the re-
quisites Of a good officer.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
| A small fire assumes alarming p:opor-
tons IN short space of th.e 1t be-
hooves US to keep in order all appliances,
which are a protection. We are Justly
proud Of our FIRE department.
The zeal W hich 1t shows In suppressng
fires, and the standard required Of its
members, maintained will continue to
make it worthy Of our confidence.
CONCLUSION.
There arc several matters in the hands
Of committees, which will require atten-
ton, when those committees report.
Let there be no discord among US, that
We may be in union to hear and deter
mine all questions and work for public
good.
Respectfully submitted
A. S. DREW, Mayor
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william La Pan and Miss Elizabeth
Pinny of Middlebury. Earl OBrien and
Harry O'Brien of Northampton, Mass.
Mrs. Thomas l.. Mcmahon of Montpelier.
Celestine and Margaret Lyston of Rut-
land, Mrs. Frank LaBelle of Essex juno
ton, Miss Anna Cure, p. II. Burger
and Mrs. NJ. F. Flanagan Of Montpelier.
The following musical program was
rendered by the convent choir:
Prelude, Prayer" .................Go unod
String aua.tette
Professional. 30 Glo-iosa'' .Montani
"In Exitu Israeli .............. Gregorian
Violin solo, Last Dream of the Virgin
Massenet
'EructaVlt NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. GreSOTlan
"Neni Creator trio ........ Bart-Schmid
Mass.
How Lovely Are Thy Tabernacles,"
Rev. Ludwig Bonvin. s. j.
Onertory
Queen Of Heaven Rejoice"
Blessed Are the Pure in Heart
F. II. Hodges
Profession hymn, soprano solo and
chorus
Soloist. Miss Katherine Mccartney
Eye Hath Not Seem" unison chorus
from Holy City" ................. .Gaul
"Te Deum Laudamus' ....... .Gregorian
"Ecce Guam Bonum' ..Gregorian
Recessional allegro Maestoso". .Gounod
String quartette,
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INTERESTING OBJECTS.

A truly, modest boy or girl Of l6 with
decent manners.
A republican who admires President VIII
son.
suburban woman who never mentions
servants.
A cheerful railroad president
cheerful professional humorist.
A Christian Scientist with a toothachA
A baby who doesn't resemble any one
else In the family.
A silent CONGRESSMAN.
A floorwalker who DOESN'T look like one.
A pleasant trolley-car conductor Life.
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INVALID 80 YEARS.

Miss Mary Boutwell, Of Gaysville died
Tuesday. March so, after AZ years of in
validlsm She had been confined to her
bed with spinal weakness. She had call
ers and correspondents and was able to
write when bolstered up in bed, which
was the nearest to an upright position
she had been able to assume in all the
years of her illness. Her constant COM
panion was her sister, Miss Lura Bout
we'll and they made their home with
their brother. Elisha Boutwell,, soldier
of tho Civil war. None of the three ever
married.
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VERMONT NOTES.
Patrick II. CuIlinnn Instantly Killed In
Elevator at Arlington.

Patrick H. Culinan was instantly killed
Wednesday Nlrch 81 in the refrigerator
works at Arlington when caught in the
elevator. Just how the accident occurred
is not known. Mr.. Cullinan was a man
about 90 years old and leaves wife,
son, and daughter
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1915-04-08

The lads are the "White Papers OF
the stores-in which the reasons are SGT
forth for all unusual huying opportuui-
tAs which thaY 01GsI II Xou
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1915-12-08

noting improved agriculture and
stock raising in this section Next
came Mr.. s P. Bloom who deliv-
cred a practical address touching
upon different industries. showing
conclusively that it is the practical
methodical business man and far
mer that attains the greatest sue
cess.
After Mr.. Bloom came bright,
rosy checked country Iassie, Miss
Bessie Sasser. who delivered we'll
received and heartily applauded
recitation.
Mr.. McNulty of the Brockhaven
Cotton Oil Company amused and
delighted the audience with an ora
tion in the negro dialect INC"
is in a class by himself when it
comes to getting up a regular
whIrlwind of mirth.
The next speaker was Mr.. W.
II. Seavey. who everybody knows.
is so practical and honest in what
ever he says or does. it goes with
out saying, that every word spoken
by him was we'll worth hearing and
doubly worth needing.
am Informed that Hon. L.
Brady also W D. Davis, president
of the Brookhaven- Board of Trade.
delivered addresses These two
did not hear, but knowing their
intelligence and progressive spirit.
| feel sure every one who heard
them was benefited by their re-
marks
Mr. NaIty and his boys are fine
samples of Grown in Missisisp'
pi." John B. Nalty has never
faItered In sunshine and shadow
in prosperity and in adversely. To-
Ispired by a faith in his surround
ings he has gone steadily forward
until today his accomplishment
stand as living monuments of his
courage, intelligence and business
integrity.
REPORTER.
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Methodist Centennial.

1--WE have heard with our ears,
o God. Our fathers have told US
what work thou didst in their days.
in the times of old.
"TeIl it to the generation follow
ing" (BIbIe)
The Centennial of the Third Ses-
sion Of the Mississippi Annual
Conference which was held at Ad-
ans church in the year 1915 will be
fittingly observed at that place on
the second Sunday (12th) of De-
cember
DR.. A. F Watkins, President
MiIlsaps College, and DR. /, W
Cooper, President cf Whitworth
College will deliver appropriate
addresses.
The history of Adams church and
community weaves itself into all
human affairs over an extensive
scope of surrounding country The
good accomplished through this
medium is unmeasured.
The exercises on this occasion
promise to be very interestin g to
all, and the addresses of these pop
ular orators are calculated to in
splre every hearer to higher en-
deayors.
X. Fl. PARR,
JOHN P. CARRUTH.
For the Committee
Auburn, Miss.
Dec End. 1915
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CREAMERY OPENING
A GREAT SUCCESS
The Day Was All That Could Have
Been Wished For, Both by Guests
and Management.

The reception at the Dixie
Creamery on Saturday. lasting
through the entire day, was all
that could be desired. Early in
the morning visitors began to ar
rive and Continued pouring in
throughout the day. Mr.. j. B.
NaIty and his gracious wife gave
every one hearty welcome.
The morning hours we're spent,
chiefly IN viewing the immense
Crystal Ice plant and the Cream
cry Your Reporter was escorted
by Mr.. NaIty over the entire prem
ises, beginning with the engine
room where is located the man.
moth De La Vergne Ice Machine
with a capacity of fifty tons per
day which is driven by 300 Horse
Power CorIiss engine. A view of
this immense engine, with its
graceful proportions will we'll repay
any one the trouble of a visit to
the Crystal Ice Co.'S Plant. The
great freezing tank, which consists
of 400 Vats where pure distilled
water is converted into Crystal
Ice" is a revelation to the un-in-
itiated. The name Crystal Ice"
is certainly we'll chosen Next
comes the capacious cold storage
room, capable of storing and pre-
serving usands of pounds of per-
IshabIe articles. Ascending a
flight of stairs, we we're ushered
into the main hall of the office
building The Ice Factory as we'll
as the creamery building is of press
ed brick with concrete floors. Tne
offices are we'll planned, roomy and
we'll lighted. suitably divided for
the different departments of this
great industry Its walls of purest
white with rift flooring and wains-
coting of yellow pine in natural
color, constituting harmonious
whole, needs but to be seen to be
admired Our next step was to
the Creamery. There joyous
crowd had assembled. where mu-
sic, mirtb and good cheer reigned
supreme The Creamery machin-
cry is operated with IL horse
power Electric Motor. but it occur
red to me that the energy Mrs.
Nalty displayed, assisted by many
bright girls and boys in preparing
the delicious lunch. which was
later charmingly served to every
one present. was propelled by at
least 100 H. P.
The Creamery with its equip
ment of latest improved machinery
was the admiration of all present
Mr.. Martin. the active mechanical
genius in this department was ex-
cedIngIy attentive to the visitors.
In addition to converting cream in
to butter. the Company is Install
ing a fsrt class mixed feed mill,
which will put the forage of its pa
irons in concentrated and nutri-
tious form for dairy cattle 1t is
now up to the DaiTymen to sustain
their enterprise with their hearty
support; otherwise it will prove a
costly investment to its promoters.
The Dixie Creamery will begin
business without dollar of indebt-
edness and with ample capital to
conduct the business.
At 2P NJ Mayor c. F. Heuck.
as chief of ceremonies, announced
that speaking would begin 5. T
Oliver was first called and respond
ed with short talk on the ad-
vancement and improvements that
had been made in the past 20
years, for the conservation OF labor
and promotion of human happiness.
incidentally mentioning some of
the prime factors necessary in pro-
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1915-12-08
WILL WAGE FIGHT
ON SENSELESS SUITS
Movement Launched in Meridian That
Ought to be Carried On In All
Parts of State.

Meridian. Miss Nov. "a -(Spe-
ciaD 10 place Meridian On the
surf of the wave of prosperity and
for the benefit aud uplift of Mis-
sissippi. to pull it out of the rut
and eliminate the obnoxious legis-
lation, which has made it practl-
caIIy impossible to secure new in
dustries, was the slogan of a con.
ference of thirty.6ve business men
of Meridian at the Board of Trade
Tuesday afternoon.
The keynote of the meeting was
struck when it was announced that
Meridian and the State is suffering
untold damage through the useless
and unmerited litigation rampant
in all parts of the State. particu.
larly noticeable in Meridian.
1.-The petty suit litigstion and
the multiplicity of suits filed in the
courts of Lauderdale county, are
driving manufacturers away from
our State; we are suffering because
of the acts of our own people and
because of the witless legislation,
which has made it possible. to pur'
sue business interests, until they
had rather abandon business in
Mississippi than be forced into
endless law suits of all kinds and
characters, and new business refus'
es to enter the State because OF
this terrifying record, declares
Cliff Williams. who called the
meeting of business men which
was composed of practically every
merchant, banker and manufactur-
er in the city.
Business wants some protec.
ton, gentlemen. and they must
have if, if we are to continue to
grow and thrive, and ] frankly say
to you, that we have reached the
point where we are taking the dry
rot. unless We take some immediate
steps toward correcting this grow.
ing evil ever present to haunt and
harass all kinds of business.
Particular attention was called
to the numberless suits filed in the
courts of Lauderdale county and
some for sums agRlegating S25, O0O
to as high as $50. 900
One speaker declared that Is per
cent of the damage suits filed were
without merit and the records
showed case after case where suit
was entered fur sums ranging from
S5, 600 up had been settled for S10O
and sometimes less
These suits are brought for no
reason on earth except to try and
get compromise, it was declar-
ed. "lt is we'll kHown that all
lawyers base their fees on the
amounts involved and the object
that seems to lay behind this Iiti'
cation is the hope OF securing as
much as possible out of man, be-
cause he would rather pay a small
amount than to go to court with
the case when he knows 1t will cost
him a big fee and when he car
settle the case for less money than
it would cost to fight it legitimate
Iy."
Attention was called to the al
legged damage which the state reVe-
nue. agents office had done to the
business interests of the State,
when it was declared that this de-
partment, working on a fee basis,
is bringing suits right and left
against cotton interests, lumber in
terests, manufacturers of all kinds,
corporations and what not. and the
only result will be "the paying of
attorneys fees" based on these
million dollars of claims.
The keynote of the meeting was
COntinued on FOurth Page,
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It's getting very close on to
Christmas if you will just stop to
think about it--Only l6 days from
today
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Select presents that indicate some thought After all the
spirit is oneha the gift but the other half is the gift ITSELF
No matter how little you wish TO spend we can show you
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Why Department and select gift for the home We
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Shades little money takes
o one of these ueful things
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Gloves, AutoG Gloves Work Cloves
Hats and Debys Arrow Collars
Best Knit Underwear, French Suspender.
THESE ARE WHAT MEN LIKE TO HAVE.
AND FOR SISTER OR Modse make
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Dur entire stock of soc Christmas Box Pa
pers and Correspondence Cards, l1c
including initial stock, box............I
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Continued on Fourth Page.
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Christmas Post Cards, put up one dozen
assorted in an envelope, every one IOc
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Foreign Participation at Fair Will Be
Greater Than at Any Previous EX
position---Its Many Pavilions

cades and towers consists of conven-
tIonalized forms Of marine plants and
crustacean life at different stages OF
geological progress.
The interest of the court centres in
its great tower ana in the Altar Of
Human Evolution in its southern IA
cade, the groups for which were mod
elled by the sculptor Chester Beach.
The altar is set upon the third level
of the tower, about 100 feet above the
pavement. The first and lower group,
which stands upon the second level ~
the tower, just above the arch of The
main entrance of the court, is of the
Stone Age Above this is the second
group OF the Middle Ages, flaull'd 10y
single figures, one male and one female,
symbolical Of the violent struggle in
evolutionary change. Above the altar
is the third group. representing the
ages to come, which might be called