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The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
POISON LOVED ONES

Marie went out and brought back
a champagne bottle. She poured the
liquor and they drank II.
Next morning they ran out Of the
house. They were widows, for they
themselves had used the poison.
They went straight to the chief Dc
gendarmes and told him Of their sorry
plight.
We have killed our husbands" they
cried. DO what Is right with u.s."
But the official simply wept with
them and kissed them. for II was found
that the plot had been deeply laid and
that the sacrifice OF the girls. which
has no precedent In history. had saved
thousands Of French troops from Ger.
tain death.
Marie and Rose have been critically
III and for two months were lowering
between life and death. and II vas
feared they would lose their reason.
but they have recovered. and are now
Red Cross nurses.
In caring for the wounded they are
trying TO forget their terrible life
drama.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
THE DOCTORS WIFE
Agrees With Him About Food.

A trained nurse says: In the prac.
tice Of my profession have found so
many points in favor Of Grape-Nuts
food that ! unhesitatingly recommend
Il to all my patients.
1T Is delicate and pleasing to the
palate tan essential in food for the
sick) and can be adapted to all ages.
being softened with milk or cream for
babies or the aged when deficiency OF
teeth renders mastication impossible.
For fever patients or those on liquid
diet I End Grape. Nuts and albumen
,,.a,.. 49,, nn,ri..inu "a .asroshinv
"a.s, very nou.'S"nhs anu ,'''
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
1Gn|IEn1llt
KMaTNG1RS
SE& o.
WATCH IT GROW.

WATCH " GROW. -raa.
In Phoenix, Ariz.. before the Novem.
Der election. oil the liquor places put
up . sign to this effect: This build,
ing will be for rent II the dry amend.
ment carries" After election the sa
loon men refused to give up their
leases, some of them opening drug
stores, some soft drink stands, some
restaurants. The law went into effect
January 1. The day afterwards every
baker and grocer In the city for the
first time sold out his stock Of bread,
and the meat markets sold out their
meats. Last year the arrests for
drunkenness in Phoenix averaged -
per day: on the day after the saloons
closed, for the first time in Its his
tory the police court had no DRINKS.
Phoenix bankers also have tale to
tell. The day Arizona went dry" the
Valley bank, which suspended early In
November, reorganized and opened up
for business stronger than ever. The
Citizens bank, established by local
capitalists, opened after the saloons
were voted out. The Central bank,
organized by eastern men after the
election, filed articles Of incorporation
three days after the law went into eff.
feet and now occupies one Of the
empty buildings" A branch OF the
Anchor Trust company Of Wichita,
Kan. was established after the state
voted "dry." Watch Arizona grow"
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26

fstan Correspondent Western Newspaper
Union)
Washington. senate committee
on military affairs has given favora-
bic and unanimous report to q bill
which will make Uncle Sam in part
the paymaster OF the national guards
men Of all the states In the Union.
This means that every Republican
and Democrat holding membership In
the committee Is In favor Of paying
the state troops out Of the funds In the
United States treasury for the actual
military work which they perform.
Army men hold that this will increase
largely the efficiency Of the National
Guard. will help solve the problem Of
military preparedness and will largely
increase the enlistments In the mill
tary organisations Of all the states.
This federal pay bill for the militia
may not become . law at this SEES
sion. but members OF congress seem
to think that it, passage virtually 10
certain In the near future. Under
this bill the enlisted men in the guard
will b paid 15 per cent Of the pay OF
. man of their rank In the regular
service. but Of course the money will
be given them only for the hours In
which they are engaged In necessary
military duties. drill. book instruction
and the like.
For years the officers Of the Ma
tional Guard from nearly every state
have been advocating this measure.
The governments division of militia
Affairs In the war department has rec.
commended II time after time. Con-
gress was opposed to II. but recently
seemingly there has been q complete
change Of sentiment. the vote In the
senate committee showing this conclu.
sively for II has been said every Dem
ocrat and every Republican In the com.
mittee gave the measure his sanction.
Regular army officers and guards
men alike have urged that nearly all
men when they are paid to do thing,
no matter how small the payment may
be. feel an obligation TO do II. They
say that drill attendance will be In.
creased largely. that interest In the
guards work will be keener and that
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
PROSPERITY IN ATLANTA.

Atlanta. Georgia, is the largest dry
,ity In the country, and the capital OF
state in which the sale Of liquor has
been prohibited since 1907. In that
year the realty transactions OF the
city were s9l.S40.350: in 1918 the
amount was almost 1884,
O04. Building permits for 1907 agsre-
gated s4.554.77l; in 1919 they reached
the sum Of ss,9s7444. Corresponding
Increase in all lines Of business is re-
corded. The tax rate shows signifi.
ant reduction.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
TO SERVE WITH LUNCH.
SUGGESTIONS ron DISHES EASY
TO COMPOUND.
viii Frequently Dc Found Valuable
In Emergencies That Al House.
wives Experience - PIquant
Suggestions From France.

Hors .d'oeuvres are an essential part
Of the French dejeuner. but here they
are not often served ut the family
luncheon. They are often convenient.
however, TO exc out and give little
appetizer to luncheon that might
otherwise be scanty, and few good
Ideas for hors d'oeuvres and savories
are valuable for the housewife. Here
are . few sample recipes that can be
made and worked into luncheon at
the last moment:
OeviIed Sardlnes.-Take .sardines,
warm them In their own oil. add
little lemon Juice, season highly with
salt. pepper and English sauce. serve
very hot on small rounds of toast.
savory Toast.-Chop very finely. or
run through q meat chopper, any
pieces Of cold chicken. beef, ham or
tongue. Pound TO a paste with the
yolks OF two hard boiled eggs, q piece
OF butter. pepper. salt. a little Chut.
uey and Worcestershire. Spread rath.
er thickly on thin strips of toast and
set In the oven TO heat.
Cheese canapss.-Cut bread into
pieces one-half an inch thick, then
stamp them into circles with a biscuit
cutter. Saute the bread in a little
butter until II is Of an amber color on
both sides. Cover the slices with q
thick layer OF grated cheese, sprinkle
with salt. pepper and dash OF cay.
enne. Fifteen minutes before the
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
oAkino Cookies.

II you have difficulty with your
cookies. either because they cook too
fast on the bottom or are hard to get
out OF the pan. try using a large drip.
ping pan and placing the cookies on
the bottom Of the pan rather than in
II. Turn the pan upside down, lay q
piece OF battered paper or paraffin
paper on 1t and then lay on the
cookies. They will cook evenly and
there will be no danger OF breaking
them when taking them of.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
"HoLD THE FORT" MAN DIES
Samuel Wagner Wiswaessd the F.
nous Message for General
Sherman.

Terre Haute. lnd.-When IN the
Civil war General John M. Corse. with
a small force was holding Altoona
pass, In the Kenesaw mountains. Ten.
nessee. and signaled General Sherman
for succor. the latter general caused
the famous message. Hold the fort
for ! am coming" to be wigwagsed.
Samuel Wagner. who died recently at
the age Of seventy-three at Paris. ILL.,.
did the wigwagging from . limb OF a
tall tree.
He was a member Of an Illinois reg
iment. from which state General Corse
was accredited.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
Ham a venlson,

This is delicious for Sunday night
suppers: Put one tablespoonful but.
ter and one tablespoonful currant jelly
In n frying pan over a rather slow FIRE
when melted. lay In some slices OF
cooked ham and fry each side until
almost ready TO burn. Remove to q
hot platter and garnish with parsley.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
6rambIes.

One cupful raisins. the juice and
grated rind Of one lemon. one egg. one
cupful Of sugar. small piece OF but.
ter, one-half teaspoonful of cinnamon.
one.half teaspoonful nutmeg. one.
quarter teaspoonful OF cloves. mix all
together.
Make rich crust, cut the size OF
small. saucer, MI with one tablespoon
full OF the filling. fold and bake as any
turnover.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26

the relations between the state troops
and the regular troops will be closer
than ever. In truth the unanimous
vote Of the senate on this bill and the
approval which has been expressed OF
the measure 90 to show seemingly
that this Hesitation ID considered to
DO one means OF making the country
more thoroughly prepared TO defend
itself II the occasion ever should arise
when defense will be necessary.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
CHURCHES AND sRswsR,Es.

Did you know that over ten times
~ much money Is spent In building
churches as In building breweries'
This. At least, Is the record for the
Hrst four months Of last year. Ac
cordIng to no less an authority than
the American Contractor, n building
trade Journal. IN that period The brew.
ers spent $4,000 In building opera.
lions and the church people spent a..
Sp,9s6.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
Potato and Onion Salad.

Pare and cut potatoes into thin
slices. parboil until done but not
washed. Drain and pour on shallow
dish. Now take centers Of boiled
onion rings. mash with a fork. add .
sitting Of salt and pepper. then mix
with enough boiled dressing to make
a smooth. rather thick emulsion. Sift
salt and pepper over the potatoes.
then cover with the dressing and let
1t stand for an hour to ripen. This Is
nice luncheon dish and can be
served with rings Of hard boiled eggs.
cured bacon or boiled ham.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
Wooden Ware.

Wooden ware which has any odor
OF the food which has been In it-and
wood nbsorbs odors quickly-should
be soaked In hot water In which soda
n dissolved In the proportion Of o
tablespoonful OF soda to four quarts Of
water.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
Germans Open Rail Service.

Amsterdam.-The German admins
tration In Belgium has announced that
a limited railway service will be
opened on thirteen lines in the region
OF Brussels. fourteen in that Of Liege.
Ave around Luxembourg and FIVE in
the vicinity OF Charleroi.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
NEAR THE TOP OF THE WORLD

The "farthest north" local Wom-
sn's Christian Temperance union Is
In Dawson. Yukon territory. only
about one hundred miles from the
Arctic circle. II was organized In
1918 by one OF the national organizers
Of the society and Is doing active
work for temperance-"living. work.
Ing. gaining new members" writes
the president. and corresponding
with the Ottawa officials in regard to
the observance Of Sunday closing Of
saloons" Plucky!
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
DoIlina IN Goa Soft.

I Put q fresh egg In a teacup. pour
boiling water over II. cover with =
sauce and let stand i've minutes.
This plan prevents tho coagulation Of
the white and 10 very delicate.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
Entirely In Order.

Phoenix, Aria letter from Mollle
Shane OF Brooklyn. asking for the
names OF unmarried pembers Of the
Arizona legislature. VINO might be in
terested in matrimonial proposition
was referred to the committee on
militia and defense.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26

oiplon,atieaiiy Speaking.
Il want to answer Gwendolyn's let
ter and say something that means
nothing
Tell her you love her"
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
eer eruN ssaIrs on Weelsc.

Wet the spots with tepid wates.
then rub dry starch and hang out In
the sun. Washing In kerosene be-
fore washing with soap and water 10
another way Of taking out fruit stains.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
DEMAND 70 FOR SOBER WORKERS.

In q recent number Of the Technical
World Is a contributed article entitled,
THE Worker Who Drinks Must 60"
The editor In an Introductory note
thus comments:
"Emperors. business men, social re-
formers are all agreed upon one thing
alcoholic drinks work positive harm.
A single glass Of beer lowers a man
efficiency Z per cent. Imagine what
strong inc, gin. or whisky will do.
The up-todat employer will not keep
men who drink even in moderation;
the secretary Of the navy will not al
low them on our warships; every CON-
mander in the field today Is leading q
sober army. Everywhere the brains
Of the world recognize that alcoholic
liquors weaken both muscle and mind
power"
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
TOMMY ATKINS" PLEDGE.

The following "tetotal" pledge is be-
ing circulated among the British
troops on the European battle fields:
Don't ask me
To take drink;
I've decided to be teetotal while
On service for my country.
"Carry this with you and show il
whenever asked to take liQuor.)"
On the reverse side Of the card is
printed:
Temperance Battle Card for the
Great War.
Recognizing that as army, navy
and medical leaders have stated,
Alcohol or drink is detrimental to
health and efficiency,
Il promise. God helping me. to be
teetotal while on service for my coun-
try-tSigned with witness).
"tGet a mate or the chaplain. or
an officer to witness this.)"
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
caiavrh d Udasys
eursd By per1la
s1 had ca.
tazTh Of the
Kidneys and
Bladder. ]
An, Very
Thankful
For Peruna.
I Feel Well,
My tongue
Il clear. 1

have no bitter taste in my
mouth. ] am glad to cay ]
do not need Peruna any
longer, ! am perfectly well
] have Peruna in the house
al the time. When ! have
. cold or when ! do not feel
well ] take Peruna. We
were an siek with the grip
last wintes. We took Peru.
M and il helped ~. Peruna
il the best medicine for grip
or cold"
Mrs.. oss. =. casissa. Dsx %, o..
Sesvtllss lana.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26

In Alaska women have full suffrage
without opposition.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
STUDY OF ALCOHOL,

In fourteen European universities In.
struction ~ 10 the nature and effects
Of alcohol II . recognized part Of the
curriculum.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
PERTINENT QUERY,

What is the difference. asks an CT.
change, In moral quality between
keeping . saloon and running adver.
tisements OF whisky and beery
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26

The spirit Of the times 10 not In bot.
Gss.-Ths Temperance Cause.
The Dolores star., 1915-02-26
TO PAY THE GUARD
Uncle Sam to Be Paymaster for
State Militia.
Prepesitlon Receives Unanimous Ap.
prevail Of senate Committee
viii Help Solve Problem Of *
military Unprsparsdnsss.


fstaff Correspondent Western Newspaper
Union)
News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1915-02-24
CONGREGATIONAL Church

Rev. Mr.. Baker spoke last Sunday
morning on the theme, "Disconteat,
dwelling upon the characteristics of the
discomfort which makes for progress and
that which makes for retrogression. The
one is divinely inspired; the other the off.
spring of our baser natures.
The Brotherhood Bible Glass is becom-
Ing popular, judging from the increased
attendance. All men are invited.
The Christian Endeavor NEE ting was
led by Miss Anna Mower. Subject, ga
vorite Chapters of the Bible"
The February Entertainment, given by
the Camp Fire Girls on Saturday even.
ing, was decided success. Miss Stearns
was elected Queen of February and
crowned with fitting ceremony.
Remember the Get-together of the
Brotherhood this evening. Mr.. Byron
Clark of Burlington will give the ad-
dress. All the men of the church are
cordially invited.
There will be pleasant surprise for
those who attend Sunday School next
Sunday. Come and learn what it is.
Rev. Mr.. Baker will preach next Sum-
day on the subject, "Hitch Your Wagon
to a STAR" A hearty welcome awaits
you at all the services of this church:
News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1915-02-24
A Linen Shower

Last Saturday evening a linen shower
was given Miss Ellen Jackson at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. E. G. Foss on
Park street, in honor of her approaching
marriage to Floyd Hurd of Glens Falls
N. Y. Mrs. Foss was assisted in the ar.
engagements by Miss Esther Bacon, a
member Of Miss Jackson's graduating
class at Peoples Academy, the class OF
1907 being principals in the affair. Other
friends and former neighbors joined with
the class, making about 80 present. Miss
Jackson received large number of fine
gifts, which were presented to her in a
large crepe paper bag. These the guest
of honor was asked to open and in each
was found verse expressing sentiments
appropriate to the occasion. Refresh
ments of ice cream and cake were served
and piano music was furnished by Miss
Lula Towne. The affair was com plete
surprise to Miss Jackson and was much
enjoyed by ALL
News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1915-02-24
Letter Carriers Meet

AT the annual meeting OF the Lamoille
Rural Letter Carriers association in
Morrisville Monday, there was an at
tendance ofbetween 40 and so mem bers
and their wives.
The following officers were elected at
the business meeting for the next year,
President, P. W Bickiord, Jacksonville /;
Vice Pres, j. E. Wheeler, Wolcott; Sec'y
and Treas, E. S. Robinson, Morrisvlle;
Members of Executive Board members
OF association in whose town next meet
| ing is to be held; Delegate at large to
! state meeting at Randolph, l. Newton
LeBaron, Morrisville; second delegate,
Lucius Noyes, Hyde Park. The next an
nual meeting will be held at Hardwi
Postmaster and Mrs Robert Royce of
Johnson were guests of the association
and W. S. Newcomb OF Cady' Falls made
interesting remarks, in addition to the
pre-arranged program. The Pastime
OF their rooms in the Drowpe Block.
which courtesy was much appreciated by
the visiting and resident members A
sumptuous dinner was served at the
Grange hall by the association, after
which the folio wing program was given:
Invocation, T. J. Stewart
Music, Miss Marian Slayton
Address of Welcome, |. Newton Lebanon
Response, J. f. Wheeler
Song, Mrs. G. E Smith
My Trip to Washington, A. c. Hooker
Reading. Mrs. T. J. Stewart
What are the Essential Qualifications
Necessary for the Making OF an Efficient
Rural Carrier, l. Newton Lebanon
Music. Miss Slayton
Are Our Roads Kept According to Law?
r M. Farrand
Reading, Mrs. A. c. Hooker
Report of the Annual State Meeting,
E. S. Robinso
Song, Mrs. 6. E. Smit h
Motor Car for Rural Service,
L: H. Noyes
Parcel Post and the Patron, Levi Tatro
Would the Contract System for Rural
Delivery Have Advantages Over the
Present Civil Service System-A. V.
Hollis, H. A. Parker, H H. Downer,
Rufus Atkinson, H. L. Delano
Music, Miss Slayton
News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1915-02-24
MORRISVILLE

c. H Slocum was in Boston over Sun
day.
Miss Ila Hoyt went to Johnson today
where she has position as stenog
rapher for the American Mineral Com
pany.
Announcement has been made of the en-
gagement Of Miss Minnie Scofeld of Der
by, Conn, frequent guest of friends
here, and DIR. Burton l, Tolls of Ansonia
Conn.
X. L. Barrows, Lamoille County agent
for the Provident Life 81 Trust Co OF
philadelphia, is in Rutland to attend the
annual meeting of the Vermont agents,
who will be entertained at The Berwick
by State Agent Henry c. Farrar.
Ofcourse it pays to advertise-in the
News and Citizen The rush to Blair 8
to embrace the unprecedented offer was
great after this paper was out last week.
He had some business Wednesday, but
after that day there was business galore
Seriously. he has many good bargains
yet See his adv. on page 5.
News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1915-02-24
Death of Mrs. Helen Moulton

Mrs. Helen M. Moulton, an old and
highly respected resident of Morrisville,
died at her home on Maple street last
Sunday morning at $50, death being
due to the effects of shock and compli-
cations Mrs. Mouton had been in poor
health for several years and had been
confined to her bed practically all of the
time since Nov. %.
The fuseral was held today at two
o'clock. Rev r. D Cranmer of the Uni.
versalist church officiating. The bearers
were H. L. Spear, P. J. Liberty, S. L.
Ring and Fred NJ. Ober lnterment will
take place in the Spring in the family lot
in Pleasant View Cemetery.
Helen Mari Paul Mouton was born
in Rochester, VT, Oct, 10, 1910, one of
seven children of john and Phoebe Paul.
She spent the early years OF her life in
Rochester and was united in marriage in
Montpelier March 20, 1872, to Charles
NJ Moulton of Stowe. They resided for
several years in Stowe, coming to Nor.
risvlle to live about 80 years ago. Mr.
Moultnn died % years ago.
The deceased is survived by one daugh-
ter, Miss Maud Moulton, and one son,
Fred P. Moulton; also by one brother,
RolIin c. Paul of this village, another
brother, w. l. Paul. having died within
the past year.
Mrs. Moulton was a quiet, home-lov-
ing woman Of unpretentious, kindly man.
uer and during her long residence in Nor
risvilie had made many warm friends,
by whom her memory will long be cher
ished. The Borrowing ones have the sin.
cere sympathy OF neighbors and friends.
News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1915-02-24
Wise Suggestion
MoRRIsvILLE, Vt, Feb

MoRRIsvILLE, Vt, Feb. %, 1915.
Editor News and Citizen:-
The fact that the debt of this town has
increased from $2,578 to $50 Cos in the
past ten years, leads maRy to wonder if
there is not some means of exercising
economy in town affairs. And as the
grand list has been increased over a third
in that time and the tax rate elevated
fifty cents on the dollar-in view of the
big increase in the town debt. makes the
question, WHITTIER are we drittng?" en-
tirely logical
The suggestion has been heard in sew.
eral quarters within the past few days
that a good way to teach economy
weuld be to cut the tax rate down to
S1.50 on the dollar, where it was when
the debt began to climb.
Like any Individual business man or
private citizen, let's learn 70 cut our
garment according to the cloth"
TAXPAYER.
News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1915-02-24
PentecOstaI Church

Large numbers of people attended the
revival services the past week to listen
to the messages brought by Evangelist
st. Clair.
On Friday an all-day meeting was held
in the church. Rev. j. Sulston preached
the morning sermon. In the afternoon,
Evangelist st. Clair gave another of his
helpful Bible readings. In the evening
large congregation listened to power
full sermon by the Evangelist on 1.-The
Two Resurrections."
The Sabbath was day of much bless
ing. The sermon of the morning was a
stirring appeal on "Heaven, Where Is 1t
and What Is 1T" At the evening SER
vice every available seat was taken and
the vestibule filled with those who were
standing The Evangelist brought out
the startling truth that we have simply
to neglect salvation to be lost forever.
The service found seekers at the altar.
Much good has been done by the Rev.
Mr.. ST. Clair in this community, and as
he goes. from us, the prayers of Christian
people for his success in other fields of
labor will follow him.
Services next Sabbath at 1915 a. m.
and 1880 p. m. Remember your mission
airy offering.
News and citizen. [volume] (Morrisville, Vt. ;) 1881-current, 1915-02-24
Methodist Church

Last Sunday morning tho PASTORS sub
ject was Tho Beauty of Holiness" A
large audience was in attendance, as
nearly every seat in the auditorium wa:
taken.
Thursday evening, instead of tho mid
week prayer service, regular preaching
service will be held. Rev. l. Mellor oil
johnson will preach. The Teachers
Training Glass will meet at the Cong'l
vestry at 8 o'clock.
Sunday evening the Epworth League
service was led by Harle Wilson. The
leader read excellent papers on the topic,
after which the pastor gave a short talk
on prayer. Subject for next Sunday
evening, "WiRsome to Win Some"
TIL. last Quarterly Conference of this
year will be held at the vestry Monday
evening March /. District Superinten-
dent Dukeshire will be present to take
charge of the meeting.
See program for Missionary Enter.
tainment elsewhere in this issue.