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The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

father was a blacksmith doesn't shock
me any more than that Louis Acton's
grandfather was clever land buyer
whose close trades was barely within
legal bounds"
While Agnes and her parents sat In
uncomf Portable silence a ring at the
rled note from Henry telling her that
from which city she would hear from
him in a day or two. you'll be sur
prised, and pleasantly, I hope" the
letter ended, when my story is ready
to tell"
For several months, Louis Acton
had not been satisfied with his pro-
gress in securing the favor of Agnes
nor with the frequently Of Henry Bar.
toms visits at the Davis home. But
during the month just passed he felt
that he dad gained some ground by
having put Henry out OF the running.
temporarily. He had bought tho
towns largest general store, where
Henry was employed, and had enfor-
ced so many unreasonable rules upon
certain clerks that Henry had resign
ed on days notice as Acton had In
tended to force him to do.
Agnes turned slightly pale as she
read Henry's note, but she offered no
explanation Of It's contents. "A little
later. Louis Acton arrived to escort
her to the concert. As they left the
house Mrs. Davis sally shook her head,
but as she contemplated Actions fault
less evening attire and the faultlessly-
appointed limousine awaiting him at
the gate, she set her thin lips in de-
termined line and resumed her en-
broidery. d
AS they returned from the concert
Acton told Agnes very softly that in
all he did he considered her happiness
and that In taking over the business
where Henry had been practically
manager things had come to light
which 1T desirable for the latter.
to quit the store and the town at once.
a "For your sake, I made no noise
about Il" concluded Acton and when
you've had time to think the whole
natter over I'm sure you'll thank me.
for IT." y, ~
s"Mr. Acton, I don't believe Henry.
Barton ever did anything dishonest in;
his life" said Agnes, In slow.measure-'
ed words as cold and hard as steel,
land until both sides Of the whole
question have been explained to me i
shall not decide whether I owe you
any thanks. Ii
Although Agnes thus ended the dis;
lcu0sion OF the sub feet for that even
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

ing Acton hoped he had sowed seeds
OF distrust that would take root before
she had a chance to hear Henry's side
OF the story. Agnes determined to-
keep her faith in her lover, although
his vague explanation by note had
given some strength to Acton's in.
situations. AS day after day passed
and only still more vague explana.
tions came from Henry, she found u,
hard to fully trust him. @
Swinging up from the station a few
evenings later withNhis travelling bag,
Shook his hand warmly and told him;
set the rumors ARREST. After a few
moments conversation with this talk.
ative friend, Henry turned white with
anger and went striding off toward
the Davis cottage. Asr he arrived at
the front door. Agnes and Louis Acton
were just coming out to enter the
later's automobile which stood throb.
bling at the gate: Each of the three
knew that a crisis was at hand. Agnes
was chalky pale. Acton angrily flush
ed and Henry stood waiting for some
body, to speak the tense silence.
well" Acton's voice was hoarse,
his manner peremptory.
"All will be well before leave"
said Henry with quiet sarcasm but
not until you explain in the presence
OF Agnes why you set suspicious ru-
mors afloat about me when i went
away" The two men eyed each other
angrily.
suming indifference, ut is demanding
good deal to ask another to explain
rumors which originated solely from
your own unexplained conduct. II
Miss Agnes has drawn conclusions
quite natural In the circumstances, ]
hardly see how I can be blamed"
Agnes" pleaded Henry, ibid you
really believe had skipped out be-
cause ] had too"
"oh, Henry. tr!ad not to!p her
trembling voice was very low. But
when your letters were 50 vague, I
tried not to think at ALL
Here is my explanation. Henry
drew from his pocket a Iegal.lo oking
paper and handed 4 it to Agnes. Il
saved tt because i wanted to surprise
you with 1t p ersonally. went to Chit
!cago In response to a telegram frL q
the Great Western Grocers who offer.
edlme q Job as manage Of branch
store here PROVE ed o personal inter
view satisfied them. That contract
stellSyoui howSw we'll salts 1ied they SwereS3
and since Mr.. IA ton5 doesn't Ii seem ins
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15
sIIISEHAT IN THE RING.

"a REsIDENT}W1LsoNy yesterday tossed his hat into
tie political ring. Complying with primary laws
Of he Ohio he consented to allow the use
Of hts namesas candidate for President the Demo
cfRtic ticket.
That the wordswas startled by this bit of sensational
news goes saying. No person suspected
that President Wilson would be candidate for reeec
tton Nothing that has elapsed in past few months
gase the to suspect that any such thing
IN mind the chief executive And, that cam
paten west under the gutse Of prepared
negs dissushonw with his people made it douby emphatic
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15
SQUIRE SHIFF'LEIT
Because It Cured His Boys
Cough in a Hurry.
BEARS EMULSION PUTS THE
BODY IN Sl1APE o RESIST
GERMS OF coNSuMPT1oN.

SQUIRE P. P. shifflet, one OF the most
successful farmers and business men
in East Rockingham, writes: K.
Mr.. John D. Bear, Elkton, Va.
Dear Sir: Three years ago my lit
tie grandchild had "a very bad cough
and cold. We gave her nearly every
thing that was recommended for
coughs, but she appeared to be getting
worse all the time. My neighbor, 3.
q, Cotfman, told me OF Bears Emul-
sion. 1 bought o. bottle and 4 Q u few
doses began to make such g difer.
once In the child that we all felt great
" relieved as we had been uneasy
aobut the cough for some time. The
remedy not only broke up the cough
but toned up the system better than
anything ever saw: can recon:
mend &c to any one wanting some thing
for a cough or general tomb * n Il
III Yours respec ttully y
p P.SsHIFFIETs
X Bears Emusic Isl good for old and
young 1t builds up the SundoWnSsy
TEN. All dFuggists.
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.Cambron Meetings
Continue This Week

Or. Cambron. who hes been conduct.
ing evangelistic services in the Pala;i
tine Baptist church for the last two
weeks, has consented to remain an
other week. The sermon last T<shtj on
the subject, How Many People OF East
Fairmont viii Go to Heaven" was one
OF the best ofithe entire series. Many
went away saying Il never heard any
one who could illustrate religious truth
quite so we'll as DIR. Cambron." Several
persons stood up, affirming for the first
time their belief In Jesus Christ as q
personal saviour. At q: 80 this evening
DR. Cambron will speak on Dur, LORDS
Response to Earnest Appeal.
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PLEASANT VALLEY.

THE roads here have been in very
dicondition due to the great amount
rainfall.
NJ. 8. Carrothers was g. business
itor in Morgantown last week. ~
MRS. Deyault and daughter. Ella, are
!pending the winter with Mr.. and Mrs.
fWaitman T. Miller.
Scott Sans is at present working
for the B. & o. Railroad company.
Our. school is progressing very nice
,yS under the able management of J..
l.iGwynn. Mr.. Gwynn is an able and
efficient teacher and is deeply inter-
ssted In his school work.
& Some OF our most popular young
people contemplate entering the Noun
tain State Business College at Parkers-
burg the coming summer.
z Grant Sans was at Fairmont one
day last week.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

TINT Woodrow Wilson had intention whatsoever Of
again seehiug the highest once IN the Emitted states
riero can be no denying the tact that eyeyone vas
shocked ~ the announcement d yesterday. Just VIE
te statement that Christmas would be eelebtated on
DEC as 1916, would cause wide sptead comment
tcourse unwilling Into
any contest nomina But his name Gan
81 brought before nationaI and acted
on course he will accept the nomna
tion Democratic one platform He
appears to be quite willing sacrifice for the good Of
the party.
DemocratcS leaders expresses: the opinion that the
stand taken BY President Wilson yesterday will do much
10 clarity the political atmosphere and let the sunshine
nave full sway |
But was there much haziness to the Democratic
political atmosphere the of the possibility OF
wilson coming out for reeectton? The situation was
Just as clear months ago. at eastw weeks ago>as now
those who said that the significance Of VIII
sons recent campaign through the west 50 far as pre-
paredness was concerned would be lost sight Of lin
week or two in light Of the Of the cam
paign IN respect to its political aspect weresrght
That little aunt through the west waste find out how
we'll prepared certain states which failed him in the last
election were at the present time.
Wilson has decided to take the chance
Well. we would just send President Wilson up
"salt River" as any other Democrat
4 ( K
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Those who are in the habit Of Boosting about their
autos had better discard the phrase there's bells
machine" 1t makes the fire department Jealous.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Pittsburgh minister advises trousers for women.
some ministers evidently prepare their text from the
fashion pages.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Tinker says the Philes will finish fifth next season.
Pat Moran should predict sixth place for the Cubs
Just to show his Irish wit.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Now that the cops are hauling '1oaded" trunks the
liquid diet Of the elephants win need special attention
when the circus comes to town.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15
TuEspAY9ElVRN1NG, FEBRUARY is. 1915.
NOSa CHICKEN,' FOR TARS.

NORSGf11ChENS FOR lAEt0.
n n ANYS aslGd who Joined the Navy on the strength
lW efasaIlors life Is the life for me" has Just had
notwithstanding After a long taunt to all the
ports Of theWod through fair and stormy weather, he
refining the shadows Of the Goddess of Liberty to
lind nat The Chicken" Flotilla has been blockaded al
ports according TO reports from the east.
says, sheI NewSYork World:
ssaucyS feminine craft decked in war paint that
bear Gown on the Jack Tars at the League Island
Nasy YardEwith the ayowed intention Of taking the
3oHy nan:oIwars-men prisoners, will have to veer
faway and tack anew, for Lieut.. Commander L. P.
Dayts against this type Of cruiser.
known the Chicken" hotla.
Not satisfied with abolishing spoonIng on the gun
decks other forms of love ashore for the fellow
VINO hasbeen afoat, this enemy Of Cupid has raised
A. edict against other types. which went into force
To-Day;
Graft that come to League Island stripped for
tim With 1pstlcks and vanity bags powder putfs
and peroxide turrets will be repealed at the gate.
Commander Davis has issued orders to the seTgeants
Of guards to look girl over that
titess sgetin
IL che shows! cheeks that have been touched with
the caTine the rouge chamois, II her eyes show
where black pencil has supplied an aid that
tuFeidenied, outthey CO. Chickens" are taboo, and
While thenaya city is open for inspection Of the fair
ones the one whose real complexion is submerged
viii not get q, berth inside the gates"
This order has been received with pronounced regret
BY the Owing to the fact that the fotila
does not run In stormy weather attempt has yet
BEEN the bockade but the first fair Sunday
offspring ina probability stir up fine young
as has around the Navy Yard in many day.
Whether the Navy is sufficiently prepared" cope
With the blockade remains for the future to
decide,
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

No successor to Garrison yet AS usual, the Presi
dent is taking plenty time to make up his mind But
the appointment of Secretary of War is really
serious proposition
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

The announcement that President Wilson would be a
candidate for reelection on the Democratic ticket next
fall was distinct surprise, it not? 1t was not.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

OF course you are going hear Helen Keller at the
Grand tomorrow evening. She is one Of the most won
derful characters in the world today Hers is story
OF persistent and fight against overwhelming
odds.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15
,vaa called home at Riyesyll1e, on ac-

was called home at Rivesvllle, on &C
count OF sickness.
Will Richards made athying trip
to Mannnington Saturday.
i M. p. Hunter and son have sold
their store to H. L. Cum.
sGuy Hawker and Noah Ammons
Sere calling on Leslie Miller one even
ling last week.
Miss Opal Cum is visiting friends
b Warrington now.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Bapayers say that the longest distance in tns world
from the home pltae to the after striking out
substitute from the bed the window the fireplace on
a morning like yesterday.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Among those who should be given Carnegie hero med
ais is the fellow who insists on his cold bawh these
brisk mornings, don't you know.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

ia weather was bad enough to
.,,ist railroad rails, consider yourself
lucky that you are alive: <.
who in Fafrmont knows Fay Josh.
crime? Who in any place knows e any
Josherine?
The Seniors at the High schoolw will
have play entitled "a Case in sus-
pension" IL it's a case OF beer and
Inc rope breaks look out for the bulls.
shinnston High School basket ball
team insists son making champions OF
the Fairmont team.
Highest water OF year is promised.
Can't get much higher, the present
price $50 quart.
It's hard to tell any more whether
to feel complimented or insulted when
the postman doesn't hand you val
entine.
We're looking for the duck who calls
snow beautiful" It may be pretty on
clined to tell why'fd left his employ,
III tell you in. his presence. and hell
not deny it, that I left because Of his
Insulting and overbe caring manner to
me! which / have since learned was
part OF his scheme TO force me out OF
course, my sud- en- departure did make.
things look a bit bad, but Agnes.'sasnd
Henry ignored Acton as 9 further par
StiClpant in the conversation, 1s my
belated explanatio satisfac Glory
ENTIRELY SO. Henry; and Is my abb
ject apology " n y. W {.
4 .It's not In order, Agnes; We're too
many things to plan for the future To-
go shopping around in the unpleasant
past AndEas sActon's motor car car;
;rfeds him away toward his 5mansion,i
they lost no time I'M ginning the dis
cussionS their plans
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he will likely be present at the Democratic national
vention.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

We hope the President has an extra hat because he
might Just as well say farewell to the chapeau tossed
into the political ring yesterday.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Everybody had skate Philadelphia yesterday:
But it was not that kind Of skate The city Ice;
bound, and the only way people could get to work
to put on skates.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Did you hear that deafening applause oyster Bay
coincident with Wilson's hat Hopping into the ring!
Neither did we.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

Five below zero yesterday morning Demand for nan-
mel cakes was correspondingly high.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1916-02-15

should be taken into the house on nights
like the because unless this precaution TAKEN
e the mercury all the porch
IN the morning
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!STATESBORO MINISTER
GETS REAL HELP
Rev. j. Powell Tells How He Found
New Strength to Give to
His Labors-

Rev. ]. Powell. or Statesboro, Ca.
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He struggled on under the handicap
as best he could-hardly realizing,
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One day he learned of Mayr's Won
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INFLUENCE OF WOMEN.

Women are a wonderful influel
in the lives of most great men," S;
the Washington Post, and upon
men rests the responsibility for fl
lily health. To her they look for h
in times of sickness, and the att
ton of every wife and mother in I
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VACATION DAYS
SPENT IN AUTO
GOOD ROADS NOW MRoE PoPU-
LAR THAN RAILROADS IN
SOUTHERN GEORGIA.

ATLANTA, May 20.-Travel to sum-
mer resorts these days is becoming
more matter of good roads than
good railroads. The average man
with car wants TO pile into it when
he is ready for his vacation, put in
his family, if he has one and drive
to his summer stopping place.
With the last few years some of the
best roads in Georgia have been
built in the western section of the
state around Warm Springs and the
other resorts in that section. Road
improvements in that territory in
clude rather unusual highway built
right along the Pine Mountain ridge,
on a spur of which Warm Springs is
located, and running from Columbus
well into the interior of the state,
remarkable Improvement has beef
shown in the two roads from Atlanta
one by way of Griffin, Concord AM,
Molena and the other by Newman,
Luthersville and Greenville. throug :
Merriwether county. similar inS
provement has been shown in the road /,
from Macon and every other section,
i'll the same territory. y
The Warm Springs resort has bee
taken over again by its owner, Cha
Davis, who had it leased for a perio
of five years during which time hg
was engaged in other matters, havinA
served the state for two years in thu
capacity of game and fish commi
sloner. Mr.. Davis has entirely
modelled and refurniShed the hot y
and cottages and has rebuilt the bIy
swimming pool of concrete. The rlln
sort will open June /. r. d. Briges
formerly OF the Rendezvous at Homo
sassa, Fla, is manager. "a
The famous Warm Springs is este
OF natures wonders. More than 8 =
gallons of water at 81 degrees spo =
out OF the ground every minute. TLY
water Is clear as crystal and in chez
lcal qualities quite similar to the "
tiers of Hot Spring., f.r1., and W
glnia. 1t is used both for drinlxie q a
nd bathing, and is Hgnly regarfaN
as a specific for nervousness and r
Somna. 90
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BRUNSWICK
COPPER WORKS
Sale of Business as Going Concern

Sale of Business as Going Concern
GEORGIA-Glynn county.
Bids are hereby invited for the pur-
base of the stock, goodwill and bust
less of the Brunswick Copper Works,
eretofore operated by M. A. Baker,
ate of Brunswick, Georgia, deceased.
Prospective purchasers can see the
operty and investigate said business
pom application to the undersigned
xocutor. Such bids for said business
will be received by me until May rs.
GIG, the right being reserved to re.
ect any and all bids for said property.
Brunswick, Ga, this April Goth, 1916.
LINTON e. ALLEN.
Executor Will M. A. Baker deceas-
ed. WIS, wks
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ServiceabIe, and economical
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KEEPING UP TO THE MARK.

Spring fever" is not always a Joke
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BANKS CLOSE ONE O'CLOCK
SATURDAYS.

We, the undersigned banks, beg to
announce that we will close our re-
spectiye places of business at o'clock
on Saturdays, beginning May 20, and
continuing through September.
Our customers and patrons are, there
fore, respectfully requested to be gov
erneu accordingly.
The Brunswick Bank &c Trust Co.,
The Glynn County Bank,
The Natl Bank of Brunswick. 6-1
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Group about Foley's Honey and Tar"
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} TROUBLED AT NIGHT.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS.
GEORGIA-Glynn county.

GEORGIA-Glynn county.
All persons having claims againi
he estate Of Richard Oberlauter, lat
Of said county, deceased, are notifie
to present the same in writing item
lied and verified, to the undersigne
within six (6) weeks from this dat,
April 81, 1916. r. d. MEADER, 7
Admir- on the estate of Richard Oh
-lauter, decd. 4-,21,28;5-5,12,19.2
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Whenever You Need a General Toni,
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The Old Standard Groves Tasteles
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out Malaria, Enriches the Blood anS
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The new sanitary Barber Shop. Op-
era House Building, Newcastle street
invites you to come in and give 1t a
share of your patronage.
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D 90 OOOOOOOO o o
D SUNDAY SERVICES o
D AT THE CHURCHES. o
90 5000 ooooo ooC
FIRST BAPTIST.

Preaching at IL a. m. and s p. m,
by Rev. l.. f. Roberts. the pastor.
Sunday school, Philathea and Baraca,
classes, at 9:45 a. m. Excellent Sun
day school orchestra. A cordial in
vitation extended to strangers and Wis
itors.
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ST. JAMES LUTHERAN.

Sunday. 10 a. m, Sunday school,
IL a. m. morning service; subject:
The Comforter"
1880 p. m, Luther league.
500 p. m, evening worship; sub
ject: "The Fathers House and tho
Fathers Face"
Tuesday, 300 p. M, Sewing school.
1880 p. m, singing.
Wednesday, 800 p. m, Second Pre-
paratory class.
Thursday. 300 p. m, First Pre-
,paratQrv class.
less mp to southern Florida -
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# the new Sanitary Barber shop,
House Building, Newcastle
!. Everything new; service un-
ed.