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The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16

Washington, ID. c., Mar. 13-"Whep
Is the proper time for preparing to
plant ones garden?"
The United States Department of
Agriculture specialist says that in
the spring as soon as the soil has dri-
cd so that handful when grasped in
the hand and gripped by the fingers
viii slowly fall apart upon being re-
leased, it is in fit mechanical con-
dition to prepare for planting. Clay
or heavy soils should never be worked
while wet. More injury may be done
by this than can be overcome in sew.
eral years of careful culture.
When the soil is found dry as de.
scribed above the upper three inches
should be made fine by the use of the
hoe and steel-tooth rake; all rubbish,
stones, and clods should be removed
and the surface made even, somewhat
compact, and as level as the contour
of the area will permit. 1t may then
be marked off for planting in conform
sty to the general plan of the garden.
Much of the soil in the average
back yard is not only poor in plant
food and deficient in decaying vege-
table matter, but it is hard and un-
Welding. However, such is the basis
which many housewife or child has
to use for the making of garden.
Teachers who plan school gardens for
their pupils also have similar condi.
tions to meet. Therefore, in order
20 get good results, careful attention
must be given to the preparation of
the soil.
Soils which are naturally moist are
likely to be sour and so not in the
best condition for the crop. Whether
sour or not it will be well to have the
pupils test them, which can be done
US follows: Secure from drug store
! a piece of blue litmus paper; then
take handful of hte soil slightly
moistened and place the paper on it.
If sour the paper will turn red. To
correct such condition lime should
be used. Cover the ground with a
thin coat of air-slaked lime, which can
probably be secured nearby at small
cost, and work this in well. The use
Of the lime, while not a plant food,
| will correct the acidity and will i'm
prove the physical condition of the
SOIL
If the soil Is clayey or stiff clay
loan and the location is in section
where severe freezing occurs, it will
be fOunda decided advantage to give
the area heavy dressing of decom-
posed manure in the autumn and be-
fore freezing weather sets in spade
the land 30 as to turn the manure un-
der and leave the soil in rough,
lumpy condition SO as to secure the
benefit of the digestive action of the
winter freezes in reducing the soils.
| This should be repeated annually at
the North. If the soil Is light and
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16

their soldiers. Germany write letter
to France. You don't get ready or
will fight you in nine hours. Ger
many to fight them pass Belgium. Bel
gium say am a country. | am not a
road, and Belgium write letter to
England about Germany to them. SO
England help Belgium"
In spite of his limited knowledge of
English he gets home very neatly
twice. "You don't get ready or / will
fight you in nine hours crystallizes
the mobilization terror of continental
nations; and 81 am country, am
not a road" is worthy of the most
brilliant of British epigramists-al-
though the phrase is solid truth, as
few epigrams are.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16
Time TO Be ALLOWED
AN OFFICIAL SECRET
German Raider Nay Remain In
Port For Several Weeks

Washington, March 13.--Determina-
tion of the extent OF the repairs on
the German sea raider, Prinz Eitel
Friedrich, and the time to be allowed
for them, has been postponed until
Monday, Secretary of the Navy Dan
iels was advised. There is no DOUBT
felt here, however. that consider
able period OF time. probably as much
as three weeks and possibly more,
will have to be allotted to the Ger
man cruiser Officials are not con-
cerned over the delay in disposing Of
this question. as time Is wanted for
passing on the questions raised In
connection with the sinking Of tne
American ship william p. Frye.
Government officials have decided
that the time to be allowed the German
raider to make repairs shall remain
an official secret. II the Eitel de-
cides not to intern. but to renew her
cruise, the United States will keep
secret not only the time limit for re-
pairs, but the hour of her departure.
The belief prevails In official quarters
that the vessel eventually will intern.
As for the questions raised by the
sinking or the American ship Frye,
nothing was done by state depart.
ment officials beyond further con-
sideration of the facts already pre-,
sented. Until the investigation is com
pleted. no diplomatic action will be
taken
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16
CHINESE STORY OF THE WAR
tGlasgow tSsotland) Herald.)

fGlasgow (Ssotland) Herald.)
We are indebted to L'Echo de
Chine, the Shanghai journal which
represents French interests in the Far
East, for this very lucid account of the
causes of the war. 1t is the work of
young Chinaman with a limited
knowledge of English" "Now there
is great battle in Europe. This
began because the Prince of Austria
went to Serbia with his wife. One
man of Serbia killed them. Austria
was angry, and so fight Serbia. Ger.
many write letter to Austria, / will
help you. Russia write letter to
Serbia, will help you. France did
not want to fight, but they got ready
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16
MONSTER POWDER
PLANT OPENS

day the manufacture of smokeless
powder will be begun at the biggest
powder plant in the world, just built
BY the Du Pont Powder Company at
Hopewell, on the James River. 1t is
said that the plant has costs $5,000,-
600, and that 5000 skilled laborers
will be employed. The enormous con
tracts which the Du Points are said to
have signed with the European gov
ernments for ammunition have taxed
beyond their capacity the plants in
Delaware and Pennsylvania. One con-
tract alone is said to be for $5O.0O0,-
900
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16
when IS GARDEN SOIL
READY FOR PLANTING

sandy, q mulch of manure may be
spread over 1t in the fall and the
spading delayed until spring.
In localities where the soil does
not freeze, the manure may be ap-
Piled in the autumn and the soil re.
peatedly spaded during the winter
whenever 1t is dry enough to be
worked. The value Of freezing at the
North can to an extent be attained
by repeated spadings at the South
The one general precaution which
should always be observed is never
stir the soil while it is wet.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16
A cowARDLY FOWL
philadelphia Telegraph.


Mrs. Jones bought a chicken at the
family butcher shop, and after embel-
fishing it with bread crumbs, celery,
cranberry sauce and other glad things
she proudly set 1t before the head of
the family.
what is the matter, John?" asked
the young wife, with an anxious look
as hubby laboriously carved the bird
and began to apply it to his appetite.
Isn't the chicken all right?"
"Why yes; I guess he is all right,
dear" was the hesitating response Of
father. But | fear he was very
great coward.
"A great coward" returned the per-
picked wife. what do you mean?"
"Don't they say, Mary smilingly
rejoined the old man, "that the brav-
est are always the tenderest?"
Mrs. AL Wilson went to Columbus
this morning to spend the day.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16
ONO BANKS COMPETE

Columbus, o., March l3-The Ohio
banks have put In their bids for the
state fund deposits. which are to be
allotted by competitive bidding this
year, and the bids will be opened on
Monday.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16

Washington. March 13.-The Zapata
Chieftains whose soldiers killed John
3. McManus of Chicago under the
American flag at Mexico City, have
promised all due reparation, includ-
ing the immediate punishment Of the
men responsible, but this prompt re-
sponse to the demands made on be.
half Of the United States government
has not obscured the gravity Of the
Cffense nor its significance as to the
situation of Americans In Mexico.
Advices received at the state de-
partment indicated that this was the
only serious disorder accompanying
the evacuation of Mexico City by the
Carranzistas and the reoccupation Of
the capital by Zapatistas.
Reports of the case thus far indi-
cate that McManus' death was the re-
suit of deliberate attack upon him
for the purpose of revenge. When
the Zapatistas evacuated Mexico City
two months ago several of them at
tackled McManus' house. He defended
mis- home and killed three of his as.
sailants, and the rest fled. When the
Zapatistas began to come in on Fri
day party went directly to his house
and attacked 1t. There Is disagree
ment as to whether McManus or the
Mexicans fired the first shot, but
there 10 no disagreement about the
fact that the soldiers went there with
hostile intent. McManus' hat was
found filed with bullet holes, while
his body was literally shot to pieces,
indicating that the Mexicans fired
into 1t even after he was dead.
Whether McManus killed any of the
attacking party or not is not stated.
The murder of this American fs all
the more serious because 1t involved
an open insult to the flag, as McMan-
us house had been placed under the
seal of the Brazilian consulate with
the announcement on a placard that
the property belonged to an American
and was under the protection Of the
Brazilian consulate and legation. In
addition, the United States flag was
flying from the house.
The killing of McManus, coming
after the serious developments In the
situation in Mexico City Of the last
week, increased apprehension here In
Cftlcial quarters for the safety of for
eigners. During General Obregon's
occupation of the city q Swedish SUBJ
ject and four Spaniards were killed.
Unofficial reports that 1000 Mexi-
cans had tried to release the priests
imprisoned by Obregon and that a
general riot had resulted were not
confirmed.
General Obregon's troops, according
to official DISPATCHES. left IN good or.
der, and the Brazilian minister re-
marked that evidently the Carranza
commander was impressed by the
tone of the American note. In view
Of this report, the American govern
ment, it was said, probably would
make no representations to the Car
rama government. II first was sup
posed that the killing Of McManus oc,
CURED through a lack Of protection
| To foreigners by the departing forces
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16

the law. Mr.. Creamer was defended
by Senator Howard, Republican floor
leader, while Senatr Hopple, Demo
cratic leader, bitterly assailed him as
a traitor who had been previously hon
ored by those against whom he turned.
The names of James H. Boyle and J..
II. McGiffert, as Republican members
of the state tax commission, were con-
frmed at the same time. To make con-
trast with their unit vote against con-
firmation of Mr.. Creamer the Demo
Gratis opposed neither of the tax COM
missioners; nor was there dissenting
vote on the Republican side, though
there was discussion adverse outside
the chamber because Mr.. Boyle is an
avowed single tax advocate bitterly op-
posed to the Ohio system of general
taxation, and because McGiffert Is the
representative, with 4. w. Fullington,
of the old Guilbert-McKinnon interests
representing the worst epoch in Ohio's
state government.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16

law is half done on rush order from the
governors office. Knocked out by the
supreme court as revenue producer It
now has left no excuse for being 9TH
er than to provide jobs for politicians
and to be an information bureau for
the Standard Oil company. The oil
monopoly under the law has access
to the records SO that it has notice of
every sale made in Ohio, and is of
course willing to pay any fee required.
1t thus gets grip on the business
of small competitors in a purely legal
way, and this was one of the reasons
for the suit by an Independent produc-
er which brought about the destruc-
ton by court decision of the old law
which had been maintained since the
days of Andrew L. Harris as revenue
producer.
The East Liverpool Review, Repub-
lican newspaper, joins in the chorus
land under the head "a Squabbling Leg
islature" says: Thus far the session Of
the state legislature has been dis
appointment. Squabblings and bick-
erings have been rampant and nothing
of value has been accomplished. APP
parcntly the best results fail to occur
when the executive withholds his hand.
But there are certain very definite
things which should be done and no
one SENS to be strong enough to guide
the majority to action"
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16
DUE PREPARATION
IS PROMISED
zapata Troops Kill American In
Mexican Capital
WAS SHIELDED BY OLD GLORY

Tragedy the Only Grave Disorder Ae-
eompanying the Evacuation Of Mex
leo City and the Reoecupation Of
the Capital by zapatistas - Ameri.
cans Death the Result of Deliberate
Attack For Purpose Of Revenge.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16

Early in the present session of the
legislature in these columns attention
was originally called to the fact that
the special interests and associates
would thrive. Well there are many
corporation lobbyists and some of the
elective officials are now eating better
meals than they ever got at home. To
date the story of the "S1st" has been
bad enough. But take heart. The
worst is yet to come.
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16

The restoration Of the oil inspection
The Democratic banner. (Mt. Vernon, Ohio) 1898-192?, 1915-03-16

Mrs. AL Wilson went to Columbus
this morning to spend the day.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
&c Zoe
FORMER FISTIc CHAMPION
KNOCKS OUT BOOZE KING
BY United Press.

BY United Press.
Atlantic City, July 6.-Delegates to
The congress Of the Anti-Saloon League
OF America. which opened here today,
will be entertained by John l.. Sulli-
van former fistic champion OF the
world, who, after being knocked out by
booze came back" at John Barleycorn
in 4 way that settled the issue decis-
lively for all time, at east with John l..
The ex-champion will again enter
the ring with the Booze King, when he
makes a temperance lecture address
today before the members of the ANTI
Saloon Congress on the million dollar
pier in this city by the sea.
If the giant fighter is successful i'll
his initial assault on old man booze he
will make a tour of the country cam
paigning in the interests of the Anti
Saloonists And old John l.. can swing
verbal punches as hard as he once did
his famous knockout blows in the
squared ring.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06

|S|U G g.
THEATRE
THE QUALITY PLAY HOUSE |
TONlCHT-PICTURES
THE BROKEN COIN

THE BROKEN COIN
See The Broken Coin" just be.
cause it was written by one OF the
greatest American authors, Emer
son Hough, who wrote and writes
only big things, such as "54-40 or
Fight "The Mississippi Bubble"
and others. Just because the same
beautiful Grace Cunard. who made
millions of fans who saw her in
Lucille Love" think her the love-
liest actress in the world. Just be-
cause Francis Ford, the same
great actor and artistic producer
who delights all the fans in the
country. Just because you want
to see this worlds greatest serial.
"BETTY'S DREAM HERO"
See these two popular stars in
beautiful play. Can't you imagine
the sweetly wistful face of dar-
ling little Ella Hall framed in the
qudiut uOHlicI VI d buutucIu bciiS
of war time? Can't you imagine
handsome Bob Leonard as her
northern lover? Then you know
the charm OF this play of love, ad-
venture and the chance Of war
Full Of happy surprises.
LADY RAFFLES AND DETECTIVE
BUCK"
A Powers comedy, which will
prove very enjoyable.
Just ask your neighbor whether the
Goose Girl was good or not Think
every one was pleased. viii have
"Crucible" next Thursday, featuring
Margaret Clark. My house is air cool
ed Large. comfortable chairs, the
best of music, Rudolph Wurlitzer %
piece orchestra and man that can |
handle it; on request will play any
piece You desire. My pictures are first
run. Nothing too good for my patrons. |
Matinee 2:15 to D. M
Night show, TAO to IL.
Something good on always. Coming |
Paramount Travel picture.
hand colored, beautiful scenery.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
MUST MAKE TRANSFERS
AT ONCE, SAYS SHEPARD.

School patrons of the county who
wish to be transferred from one dis
tfict to another must attend to the
matter at once" said Supt. M. H. Shep-
ard this morning. No transfers can
be made after July 10. as at that time
budgets will be completed. Those de-
string to change should make applica-
tion to the superintendent this week.
He will take the matter up with the
school boards of the two districts,
both of which must agree to the trans
fer.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
SUCCESS OF A MEDICINE.

All things succeed which fill a real
need; that doctor is kept busy day
and night proves his ability and skill /;
that Lydia e. Pinkham's Vegetable
Compound is sold in enormous quanti-
ties in almost every, city, town and
hamlet in America and in foreign coun-
tries as we'll proves its merit, and wo-
men are found everywhere who tell Of
health restored by its use.-Adv.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
QUEEN OF THE BUFFALO RANCH

Cast of Characters: May Lille, by
herself; Jane Scott, Miss Grace Toxic
Tucker; Tom. Bill Miller; Dick, r.
Ferris Taylor; Annette (maid), Mae
Bevesyille. Indians, cowboys, etc.
This picture was produced on the
famous Pawnee Bill ranch. It's thrill
ing drama of the pioneer days. Miss
Grace Tucker is a Chickasha girl and
has won reputation as daredevil
on horseback. She also is the lady
champion motorcycle rider of the
world. These pictures will be shown
on Tuesday each week. They have
four big features. Each one tells
different story and each one has diff
ferent lobby display. lt it's thrill you
want, come down to the Kozy tonight.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
Thrown From Horse.

Miss Pearl Lewis, sol South Sixth
street. was riding horse last night
when the animal became frightened
and threw her off. Miss Lewis was
badly scared and it was thought at
first that she was seriously injured
but physician was called and found
only slight abrasion on the arm and
few bruises.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
DRUGGISTS MEET IN
CONVENTION AT FRISCO
Ey n ugfar proo.

BY United Press.
San Francisco, July 6.-With the
meeting of the annual convention Of
the California Drug Clerks associs-
tion at the civic auditorium here today
the first of the six great drug conven-
tions scheduled for July and August
convened. Many of the delegates came
on special trains and every part Of
California is represented at the meet
ing, which will last three days. More
than $4,000 druggists and drug clerks
are expected to attend the six sched-
uled conventions.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
BIC BICYCLE RACE
~ PACIFIC COAST.
BY United Press.

BY United Press.
San Francisco, July 6.-Bicycle rae
ing in it's most exciting form will be
revived here tomorrow when an un-
limited pursuit race is run at Golden
Gate park stadium. "A number of three
man teams, representing athletic clubs
in the bay cities, are entered. Among
the contestants are AL Sangalle, Frank
Murray and Walter Hammitt, who
were big heroes in the old days when
bike racing was all the rage. Judging
from the advance sale of seats, the
pursuit race will be viewed by large
enthusiastic crowd of exposition Wis
itors.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
Attends Funeral at GAINESVILLE.

Mrs. Joe Cunningham left yesterday
for GAINESVILLE, Tex, in response to a
telegram telling of the death of her
husbands brother, Joe Cunningham.
Mr. Cunningham died in Spokane,
Wash, and was buried in GAINESVILLE
yesterday at 2:3O p. m.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
CONVENTION DELEGATES
PLAN MOUNTAIN TRIP.
By United Press.

San Francisco, July 6.-Delegates to
the Allied Leather Industries conven-
ton, which includes number of big
leather associations, opened their an
nual session here today at the civic
auditorium. Aside from the business
program number of entertainment
features are scheduled including thea
ter parties, ball and a trip to the
summit Of Mt. Tamalpias.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
Pickpocket Works Here.

Among those celebrating the Glor.
ious Fourth in Chickasha was shrewd
pickpocket, name and address un-
known He relieved John Flenor OF
two purses which he was carrying for
two young ladies Saturday night. One
purse was inside the other and to-
gether they contained about $5
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
r TONIGHT


See our lobby display. It's fine.
Special feature today only
THE PAWNNE BILL BUFFALO
RANCH FILM co.
Presents
MAY LILLE AND GRACE TOXIC
TUCKER OF Chickasha,
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
womsn's Bible Glass Meeting.

It is announced that the regular
monthly meeting of the Womens Bible
class OF the Methodist Sunday school
will be held at O'Clock tomorrow aft
ernoon at the residence OF w. c. Math.
ews, 419 Iowa avenue.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
Music by Grant and Blackstone.
Fresh Air Every Three Minutes.

Coming Wednesday,, Alice Joyce.
Wednesday, Ham comedy, Hazards
OF Helen"
Thursday. vaudeville and classy pic
lures.
Friday. 'eThe Snow Boomer three
reel S. A. featuring Richard c. Trav-
ers.
Monday. THE Goddess" second
chapter.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
SHORT STORIES
THE 7 0 W N
S. S. Class Meets.

Class eleven of the Epworth Metho
dist church will hold business seq
sion in the church parlors Wednesday
at p m. Every member is urged to
be present.-Mrs. Moss Weaver,
teacher
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
Benefited by chsmberIaIn's LInImens.

Last winter I used Chamberlain s
Iiniment for rheumatic pains. stiff.
ness and soreness of the knees, and
can conscientiously say that ncvef
used anything that did me so much
good. - Edward Craft, Elba. N. Y. Oh.
tainable everywhere. ADV d&w
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
MAIL CARRIERS OF
CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLE
BY United Press.

BY United Press.
San Francisco, July 6.--Hundreds Of
mail carriers, both men and women.
from all parts of California assembled
here today at the annual convention
of the California State Rural Letter
Carriers association. The election of
officers and election of delegates to
the organization at the
national convention at Detroit next
month will be the principal work of
the meeting.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1915-07-06
NEW SUITS IN DISTRICT COURT

First National Bank. Chickasha, VS..
w. e. Bennett, Claudine r. Bennett,
Edward J. Scarlett and Mrs. Edward j..
scarlett, foreclosure. Bond. Melton &
Melton.
Rosa B. Kendig. administratrix of
estate of Benz. F. Kendig, deceased, VS..
F. B. Alma, Ruben NJ and Homer H.
Cochran, heirs of r. NJ Cochran and
G. ]. Cochran. deceased, foreclosure
Barefoot 4 Carmichael.