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The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
ParamOfe---Leary

A pretty wedding took place
Sunday morning at 10 o'clock at the
Pentecostal Holiness Church when
Miss Maggie Paramore, daughter OF
Mr.. and Mrs. H. A. Paramore and
Mr.. Herbert Leary, son of Mr.. J. M !.
Leary were united in the holy bonds
of matrimony. Rev. J. B. Williams
performed the ceremony.
The bride wore becoming dress
of white serge, and carried large
bouquet of brides roses.
Immediately after the ceremony,
the young couple left for his fathers
home in the country, where they
spent few days. They will reside
in Scotland Neck. The Common
wealth joins with the many friends
Of MIR. and Mrs. Leary in wishing
much happiness.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
Preparedness? What for?

Preparedness is nothing more than
a euphonism for militarism, and
mllitarism is as foreign to the prin-
ciples of Democracy as the yelps of
the Jlngo press is to the pulse of the
masses. Like the ingenious sales
man. the munitions maker has first
got to create a desire for his wares
before he can sell them. The pub
lie to dangerous extent now has
the desire created by fake represen-
tation Of the mammon sharks who
parade themselves in the guise of
patriots to belittle and libel our
navy. "A pile of junk" is the de-
signation some of them give
give our navy, if such is true, how
lucrative is the "junk" business. Now
It's more junk they are wishing on us.
This mad rivalry between the
nations of the world in naval arma-
ment, if it takes root in neutral
America, will impoverish the nation
and build an insurmountable tariff
wall around her industries that will
not only cripple the industrial en-
ergy, but will smash to smithereens
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
In Re suspension" Report.

One of the gentlemen whom we
referred to last week in our editorial
headed, ga Word to the WISE has
called on US to correct the state
ment as to why he discontinued his
advertisement. We take pleasure
in doing So What we understood
was that he Thought" or HEARD
that the Commonwealth was going
to suspend publication, there being
no special time mentioned for the
occurrence of the act. He wishes
US to understand that back in the
summer the paper was late to the
extent Of week or more and that
it looked as if it couldn't last. He
promised his business to another
concern at this time, we presume
to take effect now" or later.
Our readers will please under
stand that the gentleman does not
wish us anything but success, and
that there is no hard feelings be.
him and the paper He will prob
ably resume his former position as
an advertiser a little later, in the
meantime continuing friendly with
us. This is indeed pleasing, in that
we do not know of a single business
house in town that we would boy.
colt to the extent Of nickel. This
gentleman whom we have reference
to is a business man of good judg.
ment, which is attested by the sue.
cess he has made in the past. He
one of the towns most substantial
citizens and is possessed of gooc
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
factionalISIn In Scotland Neck

There are listed in the roster of
our citizenship persons who would
suffer greatly from a standpoint OF
personal gain were it not possible to
have two or more well-defined fac
tions. A faction in the singular
meaning is something that creates
discord, tumult or dissension. 1t is
body Of persons working in unison,
for the humiliation or elimination
of another body of persons. Such
things are absolutely necessary for
the welfare of a community, provi-
ded it applies strictly to politics.
But looking at factionalism from a
personal standpoint, or from bust
ness standpoint, such a thing is dis
graceful to harmony-loving people.
The Commonwealth Democratic,
both in the political sense and in
the personal sense. We have friends
in both senses and we have enemies
in both. we cherish the thought of
having friends of another political
faith, but our enemies in the per-
sonal and business sense we would
rather comfort with the maxim:
Whatsoever a man soweth, that
shall he also reap"
We have yet to visit the place
where the mind with spiteful and
treacherous tendencies is not at
work. This is always a pitiful thing
for a fair-minded person to deal
with. A newspaper is no exception
to this rule. 1t makes enemies along
with friends; of whom some Of the
former IN later years return for for
giveness, while others continue I'M
til at last the grave opens to receive
them.
Citizens, let us be friendly, work
ing together for the good Of the
town. Our county and township is
vertiable gardenspot in which to
exist, and we owe it to each other to
lay aside factionalism whenever it
reaches the stage Of personal and
business dissension. We must be in
harmony for the common good. Com
mon sense and duty to our fellow
man requires that we look each other
straight in the eye to say what we
have to say. Don't be an exhaust
pipe-be honest.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
A Word About Our Contest

AS is generally the rule there are
some who are inclined to pass insinu-
atoms and make untimely remarks
whenever newspaper undertakes
to do little work for its own bene-
fit. However, we pass them up for
PHYS sake. The Commonwealth is
just now beginning a Clubnakers'
Contest. What we mean by a con-
test of this character is that we in
tend to give free of charge to win
ners, valuable premiums. We have
been running in our columns adver-
Using appropriate for the occasion.
To the fair-minded person, nothing
can be more generous than what we
offer. We have carefully eliminated
all the features which generally 60
to make up a one-sided Contest, and
will positively be friendly yet firm
with all cubmakers. To those who
do not win one of the premiums
which we offer we are going to give
commission of Is per cent. We &C.
cept subscriptions as low as three
months, which is a quarter. Our
friends need not mind listening to
discouraging remarks from discrimi-
mating Individuals. We are here in
our office to back up our good in
tentions, regardless of these destroy
ers. If there are yet any who wish
to join in the proposition to win a
substantial prize for a little work
call on or write US for a receipt
book. Remember the contest will
close December 31st. at midnight.
Premiums will be awarded Satur-
day morning, January LIST. Save
your name and your money for one
of the worthy persons. By sub
scribing for the paper. or renewing
and paying up your old debts to us,
you will enable US to put modern
machinery here for the purpose of
issuing bigger paper, with more
news. If the Contest is success, we
willssmake The Commonwealth semi
weekly in January. Help US out
and we will help you. In union there
is strength Speak to your friends
and get them to take part in the
contest. The more the merrier
Somebody must win. Why not you?
Read this weeks ad!
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
Executors Notice

Having qualified as executors Of
of R. NJ johnson deceased this is to
notify all persons having claims
againt the estate Of R. M. johnson
to exhibit them TO US on or before
the Third Day Of November 1916 or
this notice will be plead in Tar of
their recovery. sAll persons indeh :
ed to said Estate are requested to
make immediate payment.
Hugh Johnson,
P. L. Salisbury,
Executors.
This 3rd., day of Nov. 1915.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
New Hetel For H0bqO0d

Mr.. C. J. Davenport of Hobgood,
is making preparations to erect a
good-sized hotel for his town. The
building will stand on the property
next to the present home of Mr.
Davenport. near the depot, and will
be about 40 by 80 feet. The build
ing will be two-story and modern in
in most respects. The first floor will
contain the hotel lobby and store
room, and dining room, while the
upper story will be given over to
bedrooms and parlors. Mr.. Daven-
port will rush same to completion.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
Notice


Having qualified as administra-
tor of Alex Edmondson, deceased,
late of Halifax County, North Caro-
lima, this is to notify all persons,
having claims against the estate of
said deceased to present them to me.
or to my attorneys Kitchin & Kit
chin within one year from the date
Of this notice or said notice will be
pleaded in bar of their recovery. All
persons indebted to said estate will
please make immediate settlement.
GEORGE EDMONDsON,
Administrators.
This the 18th day of November,
1915
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
..The White squaw" Coming

The next attraction at Madry's
Opera House will be the romantic
American comedy-drama. White
Squaw" by D. M. Clarke. This play
comes highly recommended by the
leading theatres of the United
States. The company carries its
own special scenery and equipment.
See next week S papers for announce
ments.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
Bring In

Your glasses for repairs. We re-
pair promptly either broken frames
or lenses. A new stock of best grade
rimless lenses at $1.00 per pair.
Also a large stock Of good glasses
in solid gold, Is year gold filled, and
nickel frames.
Satisfaction guaranteed.
B. w. Martin.
with E. T. Whitehead Co.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
Cotton Shipments.

A ent Brown of the A. C.. L. in
forms The Commonwealth that so
far this season about 8, 1000 bales of
cotton have been shipped from this
point. Total number of bales gen.
nerally shipped is in the neighbour
hood of $500.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
Commonwealth ClubmakerS

The following persons are Compel
ing for the premiums offered by the
Commonwealth:
Miss Martha Bradley, Scotland
Neck; Miss Selma .Twisdale, Spring
Hill; Miss Martha Council, Hanil-
ton; Miss Nellie Boseman, Brinkley-
vile and Mrs. G.. A. Hines, Oak City.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

If you hear a fellow cussing this
town demonstrate with him, If he
don't stop, choke him. If he keeps it
up, punch him in the jaw. And if
he does it again, take him out and
bury him. The town will not miss
him.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

An esteemed exchange remarked
only few days ago that spending
money before it is earned is like
eating an egg today that will be laid
tomorrow. AS to the latter we be-
lieve it cant be did,"
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

connections. with the financial arm
Of the city.
There is not the slightest feeling
of i'll will on our part toward him
for withdrawing from our columns,
the only difference between US was
the misunderstanding which we
have explained above.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Live Merchants will be telling you
about it in the paper from now on
until Christmas. Use your eyes and
save your pennies.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Just glue your eyes to the ads in
this paper and you will not even
want to think Of going anywhere
else to do your Christmas shopping.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

The ''favorite son" idea with re-
gard to the presidential nomination
is springing up all oyer the country.
We decline in advance.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
To KinStOn to Hear Bryan.

Mes. rs. Epp. L. Brown, P. A Ras-
pberry, l.. Mills Kitchen and DR.. o.
F. Smith went to Kinston Tuesday
to hear Hon. William Jennings
Bryan.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11
Cabbage Plants

Fine Frostproof Cabbage Plants
by parcel post. Jersey Wakefield,
Charleston Wakefield and Succession,
1000 for 81 90 postpaid 100 for 15c.
postpaid. R. O. Parks, Utah. N. c..
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

every great Democratic principle
that our people have used as the
foundation for the upbuilding and
success of the republic.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

We think a town that is worth
living in is worth trading in. What
do you think?
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Anybody who doesn't wish the
president and his new bride-to-be
all kinds of happiness is just an old
codger who would like to stand in
his shoes.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

When a mans head begins to swell
what few brains he has just slide
down into his heels.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

In these days of Enterprise it is
better to get room on the ground
floor than at the top.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Too err is human; to forgive may
be brand of diplomacy.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Let's make it America first, last
all the time, and then some.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Trade where you live, or live
where you trade.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

The trouble with most of advice
is that it has generally been offered
at the wrong time.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

About the only satisfactory sub
stitute worthy wisdom is silence.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Another week nearer Christmas.
Read the ads. Buy at home.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

1t is advertised in the paper this
week Look for it.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Make your visit short and you will
be welcome the next time.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Gallons of trouble may come out
of pint flask.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

1t seldom pays to think unless you
intend to act.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Some good people enjoy telling
bad news.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

Why not call them hay widows?
Hay is grass with the greenness
squeezed out.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1915-11-11

There is a much better market for
good mules than there is for bad men.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1915-05-01
Baker Countryman, doctor, Utica,

Baker Countryman, doctor, Utica,
KanS. ~
Chas. Scott, telegraph operator,
Kit Carson.
Millie Stradal was chosen TO deliver
the valedictory address having re-
ceived the highest grade in the coun-
ty, 90 per cent; Joe Sigler ranked the
second, 80 1-2 per cent; and Esther
Wolfe the third with SO I-9 per cent.
The commencement exercises were
held at the court house the evening
of May 4th
The following year Collyer wished
to hold commencement for their
graduates at home, w. 81. SWiggett,
teacher. Their request was granted
and the next year commencement
was held at three places, Wa-Keeney,
Ogallah and Collyer. In the spring
of 1898 the first High school COM
mencement celebration took place
and the common school commence
ment was postponed until close of
August Institute in order that the
two would not detract from each
other-as we have found to be the
case of late years,
Our county is growing We have no
building large enough to accommo-
date the crowds attending commence
ment and in order to adapt ourselves
Go new conditions, changes from
time to time are a necessity. 1t NAV
be necessary in the near future to
separate. the graduates of rural
schools and of the grade schools and
let each town follow the old plan of
Collyer and Ogallah-take care of it's
own graduates. The common school
commencement has become too huge
an affair to be handled by one person
and that at time when the county.
supeffHtendent' work is the heaviest
-closing eIu1esof schools.
A bi-nfonrhly examination for 9
month. ,schaalSe is to be given May s
and 7. The grades received will be
averaged with others and then the
pupils will hear of their fate. Rural
school grades will be published next
week. The pupils are glad to hear
that new examination law goes in
60 effect next year which will simplify
matters and lessen the delay In get
ting final grades.
feachers employed: Continued
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1915-05-01

Dr. Niles Aati-Psi. Pias Tor sssk4eAss
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1915-05-01

Last Friday amid much excitment
the World Piano Contest closed. All
votes were cast by 800 O'Clock and At
$50 the winners were known. Miss
Vivian Owens being the lucky girl
won the handsome piano and the
other girls won prizes accounting to
the number of votes to their credit
The World now covers Trege
county like blanket going to 1859
homes each week. This should espec-
tally appeal to our advertisers. as
they can rest assured that if their
ads are inserted in our columns the
whole county will know of their bar
gains. We have. subscriptions paid
from 19l5sto 1912 and list that any
weekiyspapercan feel iustly.proud of.
We desire to thank the merchants
who assisted-wfth the various prizes
and. alsoxthe judges.
The following is the total number
of votes for. each contestant.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1915-05-01

Program of the Tfi-county Medical
Society to be held at tae Opera House
at Hoxie, .Kans., May 3rd, 1915:
1000 a. ~ The Use of Patent
Medicines by the PubIic-Dr. j. H.
McNaughton, Cove City sPresideat
Tri-Cognty Medical Society," So
The Need of Cooperation in tho
Suppression of Epidemics- -Lisle Nc
EIhinny, Quinter. editor Cove Ceun-
ty Advocate)
1:30p. m.-Paper Hon. w. III. Clarke,
Hoxie, Representative Sheridan coun-
ty.) =
Paper, Prof. Fred E. Bear, SeIden,
(Ex-county Superintendent Sheridan
County,
Diagnosis and Management of
Scarlet Fever - DR.. A. c., Wilmot,
Morland.
Paper, Dr. E. D. Beckner, Hoxie,
(Ex-county Health Officer of Sheridan
county,
Are you interested in Public Health,
Disease Prevention and Sanitation
work.
The public in general including
parents, teachers and all are most
heartily requested TO meet with US.
Every public school in Sheridan
and adjoining counties should have
good representative at this meeting.
Come out and meet with us and
take part in the various papers and
discussions which will be for tho
special benefit of everyone.
D. r. Stoner, NJ D.
Secretary.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1915-05-01
ANNUAL MEETING OF KANSAS SUN
DAY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION


The biggest program, the biggest
crowd. the biggest meeting ever at
tempted by the Kansas School Asso-
citation will be at Topeka on the occa-
sion of the Golden Jubilee Celebra-
tion OF the erganization-the cele-
Tbration of fifty years of organized
Sunday School work in Kansas.
The program is full from Tuesday
morning until Thursday night-three
whole days = with interest There
will be something doing every minute
of the time, the only pity being that
each individual worker will have to
pick the subject he is most interested
in and forego the pleasure of the
Others
The crowd is estimated at about
5000 and extra railroad accomoda-
tions will be furnished by every line
entering Topeka The Rock Island
has promised special trains starting
from Caldwell, from Pratt, from
Believilie and from Horton, for the
sole purpose of bringing delegates to
the convention. 1t will also add
coaches, and probably extra sections
toits regular trains. The Santa Fe's1
service will be greatly augmented to
take care -of the additional travel,
and the Union Pacific promises addi-
tional accommodations. If the rail-
roads are given notice in time ample
for all who wish to
visit the con vention will be furnished.
Arrangements for caring for the
big crowd in Topeka practically have
have been completed. There will be
no shortage of accommodations.
Every visitor will be cared for, and
accommodations for 10000 can be
arranged.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1915-05-01
From Lars Hansen

Coming here in the middle of the
winter, and not quite we'll, / did not
hesitate, but went to the American
House, the place where the transients
and weary find rest and comfort
night and day.
Since coming here have taken in
all the religious exercises that L
possibly could, especially did I enjoy
the mid-week prayer hour. Family,
publicssnd secret prayer is the key to
open up the Heavenly store house.
1t is a delight to look over the
country now, the earth preparing
to bring forth another rich harvest
to gladden. the hearts of man, as well
as of all living creatures.
The wars and rumors of wars are
heard everywhere, between families
and in the social as well to the politi-
cal life. This war started in Heaven,
the forces of good and evil contesting
for predominance, and is now de-
veloping on the Earth. To the last
batt1e-of .Armageddon, and wilbnot
cease until satan and all that eseFve
him are forever wiped eff of the
earth.
The remedy for-peace is going forth
everywhere, and. has found its Way-to
this city and vicinity
They that take the -beek .sof -beeks
for their guide, will have peace like q
river and In fuliness of lit when the
earthis made new
Lars Hansen.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1915-05-01
Mrs. G. w.-Marsbau Entertains


a0n- Thursday; April -22nd, Mrs. G.
WssMarshai entertained a1ar8e num-
tberof ff<ends as r:30- auncheen
in honor of Mrs. Chas. -Inglis, of Hill
waukee, who is visiting friends and
relatives in our city. The guests
were seated at small tables placed
here and there throughout the
spacious rooms and after the delicious
two course luncheon was served, tho
hostess being assisted in the serving
by her daughters, delightful hour
was spent in social intercourse and
and light needIework, during which
time Mrs. J. 81. Neisley and Miss Cora
Marshall pleased their hearers with
some very beautiful songs and instru-
mental selections rendered in the
most pleasing manner. The guests
were: Mesdames Inglis, Bennett,
Hays, O.. A Cortright, j. C. Cort-
right, Lahman, Hardman, Herrick,
Phares, f., c. Wollner, Williams, G.
W. Baker, Blair, w. N. Larrabee,
Chalk, Ellermeyer, Keraus, Morgan,
Olson, Moore, J.. E. Jones, Gibson, A.
B. Jones, Benson. Ufford, Hixson, f.
Wonner, Kline, Pierson, Burnham~
Drummond, Kelly, B. Marshall, G. K--
Sellers and Miss Kirby.