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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23
Two Prizes To 7. H. S.
Chilean of Emmitsburg and
Shindledecker of ThurmOnt
Win In Essay Contest.

Announcement was made last Thurs
day by the Frederick News in regard to
the Essay Contest held under the aus
pieces of that paper.
1t will be remembered that the contest
was for school children of Frederick
county and that 1893 students competed
for prizes, 10 being offered.
The Thurmont High School came in
for its share of prize money, third and
one in the dollar class being secured. The
two essays Melted the winners one-fifth
of the prize money or $500. Both these
essays were in the High School Class
and under the heading THE Five Great
est Needs in Frederick.
Mr.. sCharles Chilean won the Third
prize 81 90, and Mr.. Ross Shindledecker
secured the $l.0O prize.
The 1st prize, $40, in this class was
won by Jacob Weinstein, Maryland School
for the Deaf; End, $500. by lgnatius
Kennedy, Boys High School. Frederick.
Mr.. Chilean named as the greatest
needs in Frederick, Better railroad Ia
cilities, More extensive sewerage sys-
tenn, Better market facilities, More in
dustries, and Prohibition, the latter be-
ing the subject of his essay. Mr.. Shin
dledecker named "More industries, Union
Station, Public Park, More progressive
spirit andJuvenile Court" For his sub
ject he took the first named.
In the Grammar School Class and un-
der the head of the Give Best Things
In Frederick" the first prize letter was
by Ralph Falconer of New Market, sec
ond by Miss Ethel Amman of Emmitsburg,
and the third by Miss Catherine Gardner
of Frederick. Master Donald Fraley of
Catoctin Furnace and VIM. Hays, of En-
mitsburg, won in the $l00 prize list.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23
DutrOW's Light Lunches.

Mr.. r. s. }. Dutrow, "the Confection-
err" Frederick, has installed in his COM
modious room place where he serves
light lunches. such as soups, sandwiches,
coffee, cocoa, etc. Just the place for a
weary shopper to rest and refresh them
selves. Everything daintily served.
dec l6 ct
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23
Noted Lecturer Coming.

Prof Willis l.. Moore, l.. l.. D., will
deliver his lecture, "reminiscences of the
Weather Man," at this place on Friday
evening, January 18th, 1916, under the
auspices of the Community Club. Re-
served seat tickets will be on sale at
Shaffer's shortly and will cost rs cents.
A musical program will be given in con-
nection with the lecture and An enjoy
able evening is assured.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23
Automobile Burned.

An automobile belonging to Mr.. Chas.
Dixon, of Jefferson, this county, took
fire while Mr.. Dixon and his family were
on their way home from Frederick last
Tuesday night and was completely de-
stroyed. The car was Stoddard-Dayton
Civ
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23
Visit Dutrnw's at Frederick

When in Frederick do not fail to visit
burrows new and up-to-date store for
your Christmas Candies and Novelties.
The finest store of its kind in Western
Maryland.
dec 16 ct
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For Sale,

Chevrolet, 1915 Model, Touring Car,
Fully Equipped. Four New Tires guar
anteed 5000 miles. Right Price to quick
purchaser. Apply to
W. C. BRENAMAN,
Phone 20 Thurmont, Md.
dec 16 St.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23

burrows Candies Please.
burrows candies are such that appeal
to the exacting. They are the best, and
a visit to his store now will convince you
that this is not an extravagant statement.
Prices are right. Get your candy gifts
from Dutrow. North Market street,
Frederick.
dec 1G 2t
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Business Locals.

For Sale.
Two Fat Hogs will weigh about 500
pounds. Inquire of
HARRY HETTERLY,
dec % 1t Thurmont.
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LOST.

A Book entitled "Bacteriology For
Nurses" Same was missed on Carroll
street in the vicinity of Stocksda les.
The return of the book and contents will
be greatly appreciated by
DIR. E. C. KEFAUVER.
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DreSsnlakIIlg.

Have your Dresses, Afternoon and
Evening Gowns made at the ELITE
MILLINERY, Thurmont, Md.
dec 8 If
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23
Good for Constipation.

Chamberlain s Tablets are excellent for
constipation. They are pleasant to take
and mild and gentle in effect. Obtainable
everywhere.
Advertisement.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23

Heavy Fur Robe, Monday evening be-
tween Franklinville and Thurmont. Re-
ward if returned to
kEHNE BROS,
Frederick, Nd.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23
For Sale,

For Sale.
Rhode Island Red Cockerels for Breed
ing. Thoroughbred stock. Apply to
X. A. TYSON,
C. & P. Phone BON Thurmont, Md.
dec . Am
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23
Order Nisi on Audit.

Order Nisi on Audit.
No. 1856 Equity.
In the Circuit Court for Frederick
County, sitting in Equity.
November Term, 1915.
In the matter of the Auditors Report
filed the 9Th day of December, 1915.
E. Mcclure Rouzer, Assignee
of Mortgage,
Petition.
ORDERED, That on the Goth day of
December, 1915, the Court will proceed
to act upon the Report of the Auditor,
filed as aforesaid in the above cause, to
finally ratify and confirm the same, I'M
less cause to the contrary thereof be
shown before said day; provided copy
of this order be inserted in some news
paper published in some newspaper pub
lished in Frederick County, for two sue
cessive weeks prior to said day.
Dated 9th day of December, 1915.
ELI G. HAUGH,
Clerk of the Circuit Court for Frederick
County.
True Copy-Test:
ELI G. HAUGH, Clerk.
Charles McC. Matthias, Solicitor.
dec 8 st
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1915-12-23

Something new. "Fun in School
room." In connection with the Supper
in Town Hall, January 18th. Admission
5 cents.
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dec 16tf
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12

envy tomorrow night with the strong
est endorsement, and delightful treat
is in store for all. Indications point to
q packed house. for seldom has an at
traction been better advertised.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
David Copper6eld
Will Pay Visit to
Superior This Weel

For Monday and Tuesday of this
week the Superior will present Dick
ems great masterpiece. David Cop
perf!eld." featuring Master Eric Des-
mond. This picture was produced
amid the original scenes 1t will no
, doubt prove to be one of the best
drawing cards of the screen. as most
every one is familiar with this great
masterpiece.
For one day "wednesday only the
Superior will present Oliver Gold
smiths Vicar Of Wakefield" a fault
less version of an old masterpiece,
made amid quaint old English scenery,
Hepworth feature that is sure TO
please.
For Thursday. Friday and Saturday
Marie Cahill, the noted Coincidence,
makes her debut on the Universal pro-
gram in the stellar role Of this play,
and will probably be the cause of no
little hilarity although the humorous
tenor of the plays situations furnishes
the greater number of laughs. II has
been adapted from the play by Ray
mond l.. Schenck. while T. Hayes
Hunter directed the work, playing the
opposite role for Miss Cahill. Samuel
b Hardy renders we'll studied per-
Torrance. The supporting cast gives
sincere and pleasing Characterization.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12

wiseacres has pointed out that the
greatest crop Of failures have been
given but two names at their chrsten-
fngs.
BE that a it may. there is something
else besides a numerical value I'm the
titles Peg o My Heart" and the Bird
of Paradise" The manner in which
they are put together, especially Peg
o My Heart" means much IT has a
significance. a meaning all its own
and gave assurance OF a fortune to au-
thor and manager The omission OF
the little letter r. in or has been
called Ia the mind of millions of pen-
Pile, and undoubtedly II has had a
psychological effect. The first impress
sion II had from the public mind was
one of curiosity; this gave place in
stantly to a better feeling and diff
ferent attitude towards ones fellow
man and the world in general. Then
the public individualized the titles
subject matter Everybody went to
the box office and bought. a ticket to
sec who this Peg. who had gotten into
somebody's heart might be. Nobody
has ever been disappointed. And Peg
is lust as warm in the affections of The
her first bow some years age
II this were not the case she would
not come back to Richmond again.
But she Is headed this way, and will
return to the Academy Tuesday NATL
nee and night Miss Rea Martin
WIT ptay the teadiru character.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12

have had hard shedding and at pres
ent that sort OF eu-ertainne ut is prac-
t,Caily obsolete. But the love for that
which is good ana wholesome in the
spoken drama did not die and never
VIII Inc wonderful success of ftte
Winning of barbara Worth Mark y.
Swan dramatzauon Of Harold Bell
wright bright, breezy story rs an ex-
ample Of the survival Of the fttest
NOT In recent years has play met
50 "a such instantaneous success. Ad-
hitting that the tremendous sales and
great popularity # the book is the
principal factor in attracting such
crowds Ia the box office, there is also
thar intangible sonnet hing in the title
snf the play with is suggestion OF y
strong love interest. too Gertrude
EarNar plays barbara" She is win
some aud attractive, not merely pref
~ The supporting company. headed
bt Theodore Hardy. is one OF the
s"-r on the road The scenery is
al that II should be. The opening
n. f-A faima de la Mano de Dios
THE Hollow Of Gods Hand is mar
vel Of stage realism. The sand storm.
which closes the prologue, is triumph
3d. erhafEcal skill The Winning Of
Barbara Worth" comes to the Acad-
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
A sfodel Town.

Irvington. fr tho far-away NortherS,
Neck OF Virginia, denon1inated by
John Randolph as the outside row."
but where grew Warrington Madi-
son, Monroe, Robert E. Lee and other
lights, has been declared by those
who once visit II to be a village with
out its compeer. in many respects. to
be found throughout the South. or,
! Tor that matter in any other section.
In short, 1rvington is described as
having population of 1900 only, but
all white and well-to-do people. prac-
ttcally all owning their own homes.
No colored reridents within, except az
servants. Settlement two miles away
supplies help Not Incorporated. as
the1 prefer living without magistrate
or police. No. a key to a meathouse,
courthouse. Office or residence exists.
The village and county depend upon
fish, oyster, trick and canning indus
tries Large steamers daily (except
Sunday to and from Baltimore. three
times week to Fredericksburr and
once week to Norfolk. No rail-
roads. All the conveniences of CITY
and country ife. except railroads.
Good electric lighting system, artesia n
water works. newspaper. national
hank. summer resorts. garage, soda
fountain storss. shops, churches. high
school, oyster opening houses, marine
railways manufacturing plants and
motor repair works. Lawyers. doc
tors and dentist. but with little to do.
while two parsons cover the matri-
monial field.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
Vaudeville and
Pictures eature
Strand Program

Harry Maxwell and the Wheeler Sis
tiers in a musical act Of attractlVeness,
Will he the feature ~ the Strand Mon
day, Tuesday aud "Wednesday of tbs
week The headiiner Of MANAGER
Welcf's bill is repUted to he one OF the
best vaudeville acts open for dates at
the Strand.
Elsie Huber. a wee bit Of maiden
will entertain with some songs and
dances Miss Huber possesses rare
qualities asa singer and ought to he
able to make a good showing.
Rice and Breeu. acrobats with thf
snap and bang which all acrobat'
ought to have, will complete The I'VE
gylnnasts who were seen in Rich
mond before some years ago have MOI
lost any Of the old-time agility. They
carry with them good lot Of materia
which they use in connection WITH
their stunts on ropes, trapeze ane
swings
Phillip Collins, an everyday mono
logists, who comes out on the stage
and tells you his troubles and othel
things Just like he had met you or
one of the street corners. is the fftf
act on the first half weeks program
Collins also sings ditty or two.
Two reels of melton picture reels
one scenic, the other "A comedy. VII
get the audience ready for the Vaude-
vile
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
Lady Audley' S
Secret | omorrow
at the Colonial

As is customary with all William
Fox productions, the cast OF his latest
success Lady AudteYs Secret Is Tar
above the average paoto drama cast,
Colonial tomorrow and Tuesday.
Theda Barai who created such "A
furor by her marvelously artistic POI
traya!s OF the Vampire woman in "A
Fool There Was" and The Devils
Daughter quite surpasses herself IN
her latest vehicle. The story Of the
woman, cursed 10y an hereditary ma
lady, that causes her 10 attempt her
own husbands life and 10 bring mis-
cry upon her own, Is one OF thrilling
dramatic power This production viii
undoubtedly he considered enc OF the
greatest vehicles that has yes been
furnished Miss Rara.
In support Of Miss BarH, there APP
pear clifford Bruce. who starred in
many well known Broadway produc-
t!ons before entering the field OF the
Silent Drama under the banner OF
William Fox. stephen Grattan. who
among many ethet' successes created
the title role III The original pro,iuc-
ton OF The Prisoner OF Zenda" Nn,
Riley hatch, VINO PLAYED the title part
In the Fox production Of the "Ilun-
ttener;'' Warner Richmond, Frazer
Coulter. Catherine Adams. aud many
ptHtIS NutSt UdHttS are fdiAitiS Nfi
and favorably known to theater and
motion picture lovers
AS Lieutenant Devennant Frazer
Coulter gives an especially convinc.nf
performance of the half pay army OIL
ficer who permits drink TO drown his
finer sensiblties and feelings. Eiis
makeup Is a marvel. his every move
and gesture is suggestive OF the char
acterF he Is playing.
Another part that is played witt
convincing realism is The Australian.
portrayed by e. f. knight. Mr.
knight is the typical Australian miner,
and the realistic back ground OF the
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
rae RIcHMoND vIRoINIAx-sU NDAY Sc PTE4BER II 1914

I'd to the dramatic talents Of Betty
Nansen. the actress who speaks with
her eyes. Written in SArdous tren-
chant style. 1t bites and scorches Ike
acid the frailties OF modern civiliza-
ton. There IL terrific climax IN
The Song OF Hate" In which Miss
Nansen's superb art and wonderful
command OF dramatic emotion are
seen at heights to which this greatest
Of all dramatic artist has never be-
fore attained. Arthur Hoops Dorothy
Bernard. Claire Whsteney ard Fritz
De Lind are few Of the stars in
Betty Nansen's support.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12

ton Institute
ro-America Of Lancaster and
northumberland counties are among
the hest of their" race. ana their ct
forts 10 elevate the race have ap-
peated To their distinguished spokes-
man to the extent of his visiting a
section of Virginia very little known.
The meetings on next Tuesday at
kirkland Grove. in Northum berland.
and at kilmarnock Fair Grounds,
Lancaster. on Wednesday, Will be
largely attended by white as well as
colored
Dr. WASHINGTON will also speak at
Warsaw and Tappa hammock on the
10TH Montross nth and Fredericks-
burg 18th.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12

study Of unusual power. The treat
ment Of the theme IS daring and de-
ojdedlY novel and many of the photo
graphic effects are distinctly out of
the ordinary Among these the scene
whef~-th he Angel If Death descenrts
from the picture Of the Madonna and
ca rries off the soul Of the woman Is
perhaps the most striking.
Destiny, or The Soul of Il Woman"
Is the latest release in the Metro Pro-
gram and viii be seen at Colonial
Wednesday and Thursday
Friday aud Saturday bring to the
Colonial The Song of Hate" which
is based upon Sardous celebrated,
modern dramatic work La Tosca."
reveals a story singuiarly well adapt
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12

gold fields makes his work stand out
with particular emphasis
THE Soul Of IA Woman
In Destiny, or Thee Soul Of a Wo-
man. in which Emily stevens, the
wonderful emotional actress, Is star
red, the Il, A. Roife Company has
achieved masterpiece Of screen pro-
ductton. that will create "A distinct
sensation, The picture, which was
produced from the original document
by Anthony +. Kelly under the direc-
ton Of Edwin Carewe, is an allegoriCal
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
"Cream" For L. S. After War.

London, September II. - THE
United States will have the cream
after the war. Great Britain will have
to be content with milk and the other
belligerents with skinned milk" This
sums up the report presented today to
the British Association by a special
committee appointed to study the er-
fects of the war on credit and finance
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
Pogo Heart
Delightful Academy
Attraction Tuesday

Oliver Morosco has picked two Won
derful winners, and the public is
wondering what viii he his next
choice. whether il viii be "A play with
tour words in the. tte AS "The Bird
of Paradise" and Peg o Ny Heart IL
II seems a coincident that these two
widely known plays have four words
III their title. Managers should take
note and pick accordingly They
should look askant at the play, bat
with two words in its title. as some
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON
TO VISIT NORTHERN NECK

lrvington Va. Sept. 1l--Rooker T.
Washington, cad of Tuskagee, Ala,
Institute for Colored Youths, Will mex.
week make aH itinerary of the North
ern Neck counties in Virginia. He Will
be accompanied by a party. in which
will be Major X. X. Motion, of Hanlp-
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-09-12
Good, Strong, Clean
Plays Will Save
Legitimate Stage

1t has been said that the public Is
being wsaned away from the regular
theater That vaudeville and moving
pictures are eupp.aptlng the spoken
drama. There is no &ainsaying the
fact that for the past three years in
ferior plays. especially those dealing
with forbidden topics also so-called
musical comedies. with cheap. taw-
dry costumes and poor equipment,
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-04-12
Russian.

PETROGRAD, April IL Cvia Lon
don).-The following official state
ment from general headquarters was
issued tonight:
West of the Niemen isolated &C
tions continue In the region of the
River Szeszupa.
'In the Carpathians the enemy on
April . and the following night at
tackled In serried columns. strongly
supported by artillery, our troops
who had advanced toward the south
ern slopes OF the principal mountain
chains. These attacks were re-
pulsed with enormous loss to the
enemy. and we captured battalion
with sixty-three officers and ma
chine guns.
I'm the direction of uzsok, after
stubborn fight, we carried several
heights. capturing 900 men, TWEEN
ty-two officers and four machine
guns.
I'm the direction OF Stry, East
Gaitcia. the enemys attacks have
continued On the other sectors OF
our front there has been no marked
change"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-04-12
FRENCH STRIKING
AT GERMAN WEDGE
Continued From First

Continued From First PageD
Austria Hungary can do nothing to re-
cover the ground she is now losing
Only a comprehensive transfer OF Ger
man troops can avail anything in dam
ming back the Russian advance, which
is moving down the southern valleys
OF the Carpathians with the elemental
force OF glaciers
VILLAGE OF VIRAVA IS
TAKEN ny STORM
Along the central line of advance on
Homonna, the Russians. having re-
pulsed an Austro-German attack, with
heavy losses 10 the latter, resumed the
aggressive, and took by storm the viii
lage OF Nirava. four miles south Of
their previous position.
The enemy, with abundant re-en-
forcements, made a vigorous attack on
the road between Sanok and Homonla,
which, however, was repulsed, with
heavy losses. including the capture OF
1000 prisoners. This battle took place
Il few miles on the Hungarian side of
the boundary.
Further TO the south, the Russians
advancing from Bukovetz over painless
sleeps with six feet of snowdriftS 10
struggle through. have fought their
way to within three miles of the upper
waters OF the ULsok River.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-04-12
STATE BEER MONOPOLY
TO SOLVE DRINK PROBLEM
british Government May Take Over
Entire business Of Making This
Form OF Beverage.
SUGGESTED BY LLOYD GEORGE
Money Required for Purchase Esti-
mated to BE Between $1,OOO,OOO,.
600 and 10000, OOO--Recen
remarkable Demand for Whisky,

Especial Cable to the Times Dispatch !
LONDON. April 1.-THE British gov
eminent Is considering tho establish
meht or state monopoly of beer as n
solution OF the drink problem If the
Scneme is carried out, II will mean that
all the beer brewed or drunk in the
United Kingdom will be made and sold
pE me government. No strong or heavy
peer VIII be brewed; light beer of the
lager type alone will be supplied
Chancellor Lloyd George personally is
responsible for the scheme, which haa
the approval OF the entire Cabinet All
the breweries and licensed houses In
Great Britain and ireland will be pur-
chased outright and brewing by pri-
vate firms will be pade illegal. The
money required for Che purchase il is
estinated. will DO between sl.U00. 600, 900
and l,60o,000.0oo. Very little will he
paid In cash; the brewers. shareholders
and others concerned Will receive in a
great majority OF cases license bonds
bearing per cent interest
Large economies. IL is believed will
be possible by the closing OF over
tapping and competing breweries. the
shutting up OF unnecessary public
houses. the brewing OF n cheaper beer
and the concentration OF management
The drink problem will he, further
considered at meeting of the Cabinet
on Tuesday. Many still refuse to believe
that even partial prohibition will be
forced upon the country: they are re-
slgHed TO further restriction of hours
OF sale, and are prepared for some ac-
tion which may check the drinking OF
spirits. but their vision OF immediate
legislative or administrative procedure
does not include definite cutting off Of
any particular Intoxicating drink
one effect of the movement OF tho
Cabinet toward prohibition has been to
create remarkable demand during the
past week for whisky by the bottle or
the case. Large numbers of persons
who drink whisky at home have been
laying In reserve stocks, and many OF
the suburban dealers have sold every
bottle they had
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-04-12
WILSON PLANS EARLY TRIP
VIII go to SIM Franclxco as soon as
Foreign AFFAIR. Permit,

WASHINGTON. April 1l.-rresident
Wilson plans to make his DELAYED trim
|" the San Francisco Exposition a soon
as foreign affairs permit. The date is
sui uncertain The Presidents ad
visers. it became known tonight. ara
ANXIOUS for him TO make number of
speeches In different parts Of the coun.
Try before the next Congress meets.
Friends OF the President say the con
'empiated trip cannot be called a cam
paign tour" and they are preventing
AS far as possible. the formation of
Wilson Clubs to avoid even the an
pearance OF starting a boom.
Although political advisers OF Mr..
Wilson says privately they have no
doubt that he will he renominated. il
was indicated that there will be 10
formal launching OF his candidacy. az
such step might embarrass him i'm
carrying out the policies OF his admin
iStration.