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Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1915-01-28
FORMER STATE AUDITOR
WOULD SPILL "WKITEWASH'

Mitchell. S. D.. Jan; 2a: Recent
charges made before legislative COM
mittees at Pierre have brought forth
s: sizzling retort from Henry j. An
derson. of Mitchell, the former state
auditor, who certified to alleged
crooked accounts of Frank J. Glasner,
former secretary of state. MIR. Ander-
son was the republican "staIwart' can
didate for governor in the primaries
last spring.
IT an investigation is TO be made"
said Mr.. Anderson, why not go back
and begin where the committee left
off in 1913? | think it would be a good
idea il some one would tip over the
whitewash bucket and kick it all into
capital lake. SO hat it could not be
used at this time. ! would like to ask
a few questions.
Why was 1t that after Land Com
missioner n. +. Brinker a made u
confession and agreed to go before
he court and plead guilty to forgery.
obtaining money under false pretonses
and m~alfeasance Of office, that when
it anne time for him to appear in
court and answer to the charges it was
found that the Ole charge had been
filed? To this he pleaded guilty and
was let go.
why was it tina n member of the
board of charities was Whitewashed of
padding his receipts and IL poo hotel
clerk in the Black Hills was made a
goat and placed in the category of an
embezzler in the eyes OF his employer?
II will come again, as ] have plenty
of material, If it is the intent of some
newspapers To keep llammering at q
man after he has gone back to pri-
vate life. I may be forced to take the
matter to the voters of the state. and
if / do there will be something doing
in Sodom and Gomorrah."
Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1915-01-28

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Pierre weekly free press. (Pierre, S.D.) 1889-19??, 1915-01-28

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The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
BLITCHTON

Blitchton, March 24-Dr. and Mrs.
5. Fl. Bitch, Miss Legie Bitch and
Messrs. Landis Bitch, B. C. Bitch,
j. w. Coulter and Joseph Akin spent
Thursday In OcaIa.
Mrs. S. I'll. Bitch. Misses Legie and
Varina Bitch and Emma Eklof motor
ed to the Brick City Saturday morn
ing.
The young people enjoyed a chick
en- perlo Saturday night, at the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. r. w. Fant.
The Baptist church and Sunday
school will celebrate Rally Dav here
April the 4th, at ten o'clock. The
public is invited. There viii be talks
and music in the morning and the
Columbia College Quartet viii sing
in the morning ? ID afternoon. Din
ner will be SER "a 1n the grounds al
noon, and So program will be
had in the afternoon. The Baracs
Quartet, Of Ocala, will sing in the
afternoon.
Mr.. Tom Ferguson, Of Mcintosh
was a Monday caller
Mr.. B. G. Bitch has contracted fol
the mail route from Ocala
Mr.. George Bowlander is i'll with
Lagrippe.
Mr.. Laborn Hendrix, Of Pleasant
Hill was a Sunday caller.
About twenty-five of our people at
tended an out door colored wedding
Sunday afternoon.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
RUNAWAY JUNE
MOVIE PICTURE STORY IN THE
STAR AND AT THE TEMPLE
BEGINS TOMORROW

Runaway June" the great moving
picture story by George Randolph
Chester and Lillian Chester, viii begin
in the Star tomorrow afternoon and
at the Temple theater tomorrow eve
ming. This will be even a more inter-
esting story than "The. Million Dollar
Mystery" which drew such crowds to
the Temple for several months re-
Gently. Runaway June" is full of
great scenes; you should see the first
installment and never miss a number.
The story will appear in the Star
on the afternoon of every evening it
is shown at the Temple.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
SWIPED THE SAMPLE

The o. X. Grocery, with its usual
alertness to take advantage of any
plan to advertise its desirable goods,
some days ago applied quantity of
Liquid smoke" to three-pound piece
of bacon and hung it on the bulletin
board in front of the store. The sign
advised the reader to "try it." Some
one, taking the sign to mean just
what it said, evidently did try it, az
the whole chunk is now missing from
its location at the top of the bulletin
board. Just how well the recipient
likes Liquid smoke" has not yet been
reported to the proprietor.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
EUREKA

EureAa, March 22.-The weather
continues quite cool, making the sea-
son very disagreeable for young veg
etables, but we hope it will soon mod
erate and everything take on more
thrifty growth.
We are having very good work
done on our roads and bridges under
the supervision of Messrs. Harp and
Atkinson, which is much appreciated
by our citizens and others who traYel
through our part of the country.
Mrs. F. NJ. Harp was shopping in
Ocale Tuesday
Mrs. Percy Burton of Kenwood, is
visiting her sister, Mrs I. NJ. -Hinson,
for few days. Mrs. Burton expects
to leave some time in April for Bos-
ton, where she will join her husband,
who preceded her to that place a few
months ago. They expect to make
their home there. Mrs. Burton (nee
Miss Gertrude Smith) and bright lit
tie daughter, will be greatly missed
by all their friends and relatives, but
we wish them much success and hap
piness in their new home.
Mr.. T. N. Montgomery of Fort Nc
Coy, was visiting in our midst last
week.
Mr.. J. H. Russell, who taught our
school this term, left the first of last
week for his home near Tampa, after
teaching very successful term of
school.
Our new school house has recently
been painted and it is certainly a
credit to our patrons. 1t stands in a
beautiful location and is neatly put
up. Our people should take an inter
est in the school work next term and
use all their efforts in securing good
and experienced teacher and keeping
up a good average. Low averages
not only discourage teachers but
cause the superintendent and school
board to become less interested, con-
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
GAMBLER

Gambler, March 23.-Rev. A. B. Nc
Donald filed his usual appointment
Sunday morning in the Methodist
church, preaching to a full house.
Mrs. Mary Elliott and Master Dun
can Elliott of Ocala spent the week
end last week among their Gambler
friends.
Mr.. and Mrs Fred Driever and six
children have gone to Oklahoma to
reside.
Miss schugg is visiting friends at
Fort Myers.
Mrs. P. A. Fort, Mrs. B. Holtzclaw
md Miss Eunice Loomis and cousin
from Massachusetts, were among the
feminine visitors to Ocala Tuesday
afternoon.
The Philamathian Society rendered
its usual literary exercises Friday aft
srnoon at the public school.
The literary society has purchased
an organ which was initiated at the
regular meeting Friday evening.
Mr.. ]. C. Wheeler has returned to
his home in Tennessee to remain until
fall, when he expects to return with
his family for the winter season.
Mrs. Robert Marshall accompanied
BY her son and daughter motored up
from OSlawaha and were Sunday
guests Of Mr.. and Mrs. j. N. Marshall
Mrs. Charles Mathews has return
ed from a months visit to her sister,
Mrs. George Mathews at Fort Lauder
dale.
Mr.. and Mrs. S. Dustin have closed
their bungalow and returned to their
summer home in Batavia, N. Y
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
MOSS BLUFF

Moss Bluff, March 22.-Miss Mary
Forbes spent Thursday night with
Miss Maud Davis.
Mrs. Barber of Electra spent Sun
day with Mrs. Davis.
Rev. Colson filled his appointment
here at the Christian church Sunday.
Misses Sallie and Addie Morrison
spent Sunday with Misses Angie and
Celia Collins.
Miss Pearl Forbes of Anthony is
visiting Mrs. ]. S. Martin this week.
Mr.. S. ]. Martin made business
trip to the Brick City Saturday.
Quite crowd of Electra, Muckland
and Moss Bluff young folks attended
a candy pulling at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. E. L. Martin Saturday
night The candy was very much en-
joyed by all present, Mr.. Martin be-
ing an expert at cooking the candy.
Games were indulged in till a late
hour All reported most enjoyable
time.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ambrose Morrison
were visitors at 0klawaha Sunday.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
FUNERAL OF MR.. McATEER

The funeral service for Mr.. James
McAteer was held this morning at 10
o'clock at the residence of Mr.. and
Mrs. A. S. Burgess on North Main
street. There was large attendance
of friends, and quantities of beautiful
floral tributes were placed upon the
casket. DR.. ]. NJ. Gross officiated.
Mrs. c. E. Winston and Mrs. H. S.
Chambers sang, Nearer My God to
Thee" and "Shall We Gather at the
River" Interment was in Evergreen
cemetery. McIver & MacKay had
charge Of the funeral arrangements.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

sequently we lose out. Why not send
all the boys and girls, large and
small. They can never attain their
desired places in the world without
an education, so why deprive them Of
this birthright? 1t is theirs and we
should do cur best to develop this
knowledge all we can.
Mrs. F. NJ. Harp and Miss oIdia
Hinson were guests at Sunshine villa
last Thursday afternoon.
Mrs. l. N. Hinson and Mrs. Percy
Burton drove over to spend the day
with Mrs. F. NJ. Harp Friday.
Misses Oldia Hinson and Hazel
LAMAR and Messrs. Charles and
DrexeI Harp accompanied by Mr.. and
Mrs. F. NJ. Harp drove over to Fort
Mccoy to attend the social given for
the young folks at the home Of Mr..
and Mrs. Scarborough. The pretty
home was decorated with ferns, moss
and flowers. Quite a number Of nice
games were played, also piano music
was enjoyed during the evening. Re-
freshments were served later in the
evening in the coy dining room BY
Mrs. Scarborough and Mrs. Harp.
Everyone enjoyed the evening very
much and hope it will not be long be-
fore they have the opportunity Of at
tending another social at this hospi-
table home.
The pillau given for the young folks
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Lamar
was greatly enjoyed by large num-
Der of the younger set. Everybody
had nice time and would like t.
know where the next will be.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
KENDRIcK ". c. T. u


Tke ladies e the Kendrick " G.
I. u. held their regular meeting in
the church Tuesday afternoon March
23rd. On account Of illness among
the members the attendance wac some
smaller than usual, but nevertheless
interest and enthusiasm was none the
Less apparent.
In the absence of the president. the
vice president. Mrs. ". B. Livingston
took charge Of the meeting.
Opening Song "Blest Be the Tie
That Binds"
Scripture Lesson-Psalms 80 and
100, followed by remarks that the
meeting was in cOnamemoration Of
Neal Dow. the Father of Prohibi-
ton" and of gratitude for recent pro
hibitior victories.
Prayer-Mrs. c. II. Shaw.
Roll Call and reading Of minutes of
previous meeting.
After the close of the business ees-
sion, Mrs. B. C. Webb read in q
pleasing manner, Meal Dow's Con
tribution TO Prohibition"
Mrs. G. II. Shaw gave brief ad-
dress on "Our Latest Victories
A member then read Part /, Of Mrs.
II. S. tensions graphic story Of
Inc r lying D&t41AA0ilg WAA~+ k*<-@
a thrilling pen picture Of the squad
ron's recent visit to Jacksonville, and
which shows very clearly that the
"Sons of Prohibition are very ably
pushing forward the work commenced
by the feathers of Prohibition"
The next meeting will be held at
the home Of Mrs. G. H. Shaw on
Tuesday afternoon, April 18th. A
cordial invitation is extended TO all
TO be present. Julia II Webb
Press Supt.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
TO THE HOUSEWIFE

Madam, if your husband is like most
men he expects you to look after the
health of yourself and children.
Coughs and colds are the most COM
mon of the minor ailments and are
most likely to lead to serious diseases.
4 child is much more likely to con-
tract diphtheria or scarlet fever when
it has cold. If you viii inquire into
the merits of the various remedies
that are recommended for coughs and
colds. you will find that Chamberlain's
Cough Remery stands high in the es-
timation of people who use it. 1t is
prompt and effectual, pleasant and
safe to take, which are qualities espe-
cially to be desired when a medicine
IS intended for children. For sale by
all dealers. 3-1-15t
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
REDDfCK TELEGRAPH
MATTERS BEING HEARD

The state railroad commission met
at Reddick this morning at 10 o'clock
to hear the reasons the people of that
section had to offer why the telegraph
Office should be re-established there
The Marion County Board of Trade
worked the matter up for the people
of Reddick, but unfortunately the
Board of Trade was only notified Of
the hearing late yesterday afternoon,
and it was impossible to have a rep
.resentative present.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
ROAD EXPENSES AND RECEIPTS

Editor Star: wish to call the at
tention of the people of this county
to the receipts and expenditures of
road fund during the last six months
Of 1914.
July Spent, ss990.57;. received,
ss52.5s. Deficit, S6137.99.
August Spent, $2o97.9 So; received,
S443.88. Deficit, s1654.05.
september- Spent $3766.20, receiv-
ed s1844.03. Deficit, s2422.17.
October Spent S2371.06; received,
s1459.98. Deficit, s911.Os.
November Spent, $2497.09; receiv-
ed, s4168.96. Surplus s1671.87.
December-Spent s23O9.09; receiv-
ed. $1930.48. Deficit $378.61.
Total spent, s2O,031.94; receipts,
$10,199.91. Deficit, S9832.03.
BY resolution of commissioners,
August 4th, 1914, $11O0 was transfer
red from F. & F. fund to the road
fund and $1985.42 of the special in
debtedness fund was also used to
pay road warrants outstanding
but even with this help the
road warrants outstanding and un-
paid increased from $86,87O in round
figures July 1st, 1914 to s93650 Jan.
1st, 1915. The road fund went deep
er in debt to the extent of nearly
$1,000.
The general fund of the county
makes almost as bad a showing. Dur
ing the six months referred to the
general fund went deeper in debt to
the extent of about $4,000, and the
warrants outstanding and unpaid Jan.
1st, 1915, amounted to more than
$32, 900.
The people of this county are pay
ing 8f6 on this mass of debt which is
increasing, and / call the attention of
every taxpayer. in this county to the
situation.
The county commissioners are sim
ply besieged with applications for
new roads, for help for paupers, for
the hospital, for the fair, for all sorts
of things. Donations to the fair are
illegal, donations to the hospital are
illegal. Donations to help advertise
Marion county in a booklet issued by
the Board of Trade, also illegal.
Changes in the assessment made by
Mr.. Aver and now in the hands of the
collector are absolutely prohibited by
law, in plain English. This is another
demand made upon the board.
When are we going to get down to
the straight observance of the law,
rigid economy and safety?
Respectfully,
P. H. Nugent, Clerk.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

Petrograd, March 25.-The COM
plete destruction of two German ba-
tallions in the fierce fighting north Of
the Narew river in Poland is officially
announced today. The Russians put
the third division to flight, capturing
1000 prisoners. This victory was won
Tuesday in a battle on the front ex-
tending from Myszyniec in East Prus-
sia, to Kasidlo, near the Russian fort
ress Of Ostrolsk, on the Narew river.
The Germans are making desperate
efforts to break through the Russian
front in the Narew region. The Rus
SLAMS captured German convoy with
a post car laden with correspondence
near Suwalki.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
HAVANA A SINK HOLE
IN WHICH THE DEPRAYED OF
BOTH RACES INTERMINGLE

Havana, March 25.-Social standing
is obliterated among the crowds be-
sieging the training camps of Johnson
and Willard, watching the gladiators'
preliminary work for the champion
ship battle April 4th. Millionaires ell
bow with common workers and women
mingle with men; black and white mix
freely with no racial feeling shown.
The betting is getting brisker with the
prevailing odds FIVE to two in John
sons favor, but there is plenty of
Willard money in sight.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
GO WITH THE GIRLS

The Ocala Wildcats will ,eave to-
morrow afternoon for Leesburg,
where they will play the Orlando bas-
ketball team, which win be the third
game. If the Orlando team wins the
next game from Stetson and the
Wildcats win tonnorrow's game from
Orlando the Wildcats will hold the
state championship. The Ocala girls
will appreciate it if a large crowd
from Ocala will go with them tomor-
row. It viii encourage them.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
GREAT BRITAIN WILL COPY
TACTICS Of GRANT
INTENDS TO BREAK DOWN GERMAN DEFENSE BY
THE POLICY OF ATTRITION

London, March 25.-In long in
terview today Field Marshall Sir
John French summed up the situation
to Frederick Palmer, the famous Am
erican war correspondent, saying:
There is no doubt of the outcome.
We We're never so confident of victory
as now. / am as confdenttas Grant
was when he took command of the
Army Of the Potomac. He kept at it;
so shall We"
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

Petrograd, March 25.-Hundreds of
Christians have been slain by Kurds
and Turkish regulars in northwestern
Persia and the lives of thousands are
menaced.
DR.. Harry Packard, American mis-
sionary, stationed at Urimiah, risked
his life to prevent the massacre of
5000 people at Geotapa. After 200
had been executed, he advanced be-
tween the lines with an United States
flag, under the protection of which
$1,000 people have now taken refuge
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
SAILORS REACHED
HOME SAFELY
CARRIES OFFICERS IN GERMANY
MET SEAMEN OF THE
KARLSRUHE

New York, March 25.-The German
raiding cruiser Karlsruhe was blown
up at sea and the crew landed in Ger
many, according to Second Mate Boyd
of the American steamship Carib,
which was sunk by mine in the
North Sea, and who returned to New
York today. Boyd visited the German
naval base at Wilhelmshaven, and
talked to members of the Karlsruhe's
crew.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many friends
for the kind deeds and words of sym
pathy shown US during our bereave-
ment in the loss our our uncle, James
McAteer. We assure you of our ap-
preciation
Nephews and Nieces of James Nc
Ateer.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
L. N. BRINKLEY

Mr.. T. C. Carter received mes
sage yesterday morning that his
brother-in-law, Mr.. L. N Brinkley
died at his home in Roveline, La. Mr..
NJ. M. Carter left yesterday afternoon
for Louisiana. Mrs. Brinkley and
children visited her brother, Mr.. T. c..
Carter and family last fall and will be
remembered by many who met her.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
DESPERATE FIGHTING IN NEXT
FEW DAYS

Paris, March 25.-The Germans
have taken the offensive in the Cham
pagne district and the Argonnes. Sew
en- German attacks were repulsed.
Large German reinforcements are
pouring in, and some of the hardest
fighting of the &r is expected il. he
next few days.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
SENIOR LEAGUE

The Senior Epworth League will
hold an important business meeting
at the Methodist church Thursday
evening. March the 25th, at 1880
o'clock. All members urged to be
present. Reporter.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
PROFESSOR ENGLISH

Richmond, Va, March 25.-Profes-
sor Thomas English of the Union
Theological Seminary, was found dead
today in his study. Death was caused
by heart disease.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

On Saturday and Monday, 16
pounds of sugar for 81, with one dol
lars worth of other groceries, for
cash. Smith Grocery Co. Phone 434. If
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
PROGRESSING IN THE NOUN.
TAIN PASSES

The Russian offensive in the Car
pathians is proceeding successfully,
despite Austro-German reinforce
ments. The Russians are forcing back
the enemy and repulsing counter at
tacks
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
NAVY RETooK AIEMEL

1t is admitted today that the Rus
slams have evacuated Memel. Seven
German warships cooperated with the
land forces in the attack
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
THE GERMAN REASON

Berlin, March 25.-The Germans
seized the Dutch steamers Batavier
and zaanstrom because both carried
food and clothing for the Belgian
army.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

The most satisfying box of candy,
rriola Sweets, so cents for thirty
pieces. Sold in Ocala at Gerig's
Drug Stores only. 22-tf.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

The drugs used in our prescription
department are the best to be had,
and ACCURACY is our watchword.
The Court Pharmacy 19-tf.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

On Saturday and Monday, 16
pounds of sugar for 81, with one dol
lars worth OF other groceries. for
cash. Smith Grocery Co. Phone 434. If
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

SEE THE FARM on the Silver
Springs road which furnishes the
Merchants Cafe every day with
fresh vegetables, milk and eggs. If
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

The best fifty cent package Of can
dy we have ever offered. Trioia
Sweets. Fresh shipment just ii at
Gerig's Drug Stores. 23-tf
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

A large shipment of Norris Candies
just received at the Court Pharmacy.
None better made 19-tf
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

TURKISH FLEET Is ON A HUNT
AFTER TROUBLE

Bucharest, March 25.-The entire
Russian fleet sailed into the Black
Sea today, to give battle to the Rus
sian warships.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
BERLIN,s USUAL BULLETIN

Berlin, March 25.-Russian attacks
east and southeast of Augustowoc,
near Jednorozek and northeast of
Prbasnysz, have been repulsed.
No important engagements are re-
ported in the west.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
OVER BY OCTOBER
LAST DAYS OF THE WAR MARK.
ED OUT AT LLoYD's

London, March 25.-Lloyd's today
laying four to three that the war win
be over by September 30th next.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

Loose leaf memorandum books at
The Murray Company 25-3t.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
PRISONERS IN PLENTY

Official announcement is made that
231, 900 prisoners have been captured
by the Russians since January 21st.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
SMART DESTRoYERs

Tenedos, March 25.-Two British,
4estroyers penetrated the Dardanelles
Twelve miles Wednesday.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
VIENNA ADMITS THE RUSSIAN
VICTORY

Geneva, March 25.-News dispatch
es from the Austrian frontier state
the Austrian government admits that
six generals, $500 officers and 10000
men were taken by the Russians when
Przemysl surrendered. The Aus
trians assert that all ammunition was
destroyed and the guns rendered use
less.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25
CIVILIANS LEAVING cRAcow

Vienna, March 25.-Civilians unable
to stand long siege have been order
ed to leave Cracow Fifty thousand
have already arrived in Vienna.
The Ocala evening star., 1915-03-25

Smoke Cuban Club, SC Cigar.