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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
MEETING OF -FOUR CHAMPIONS
IN new YORK THIS WEEK MAKES
BANNER week IN RING HISTORY
Nearly All of Seats for B Bout Disposed of and BOX
Office Sales Show Total of $4,000 to Date-Mo-
rams Mascot Dies-He Is Deeply Affected

press row could not be filled. but the
MANAGEMENT announced today that ac-
commodations had been allotted to the
press in the following cities: New YORK,
Los Angeles, Denver, Chicago. Pittsburg,
Boston, Washington. Hartford. Grand
Rapids, Cincinnati, Baltimore, Cleveland
and Detroit.
Willard Walks
Willard took only short walk this
morning but he boxed six fast rounds
during - afternoon with Hemple, Mono
han and Rodel The lump which Mono
hans blow raised on the champions head
yesterday was greatly reduced today and
only slight discoloration back of the
right temple was noticeable. The big
fellow fought hard and fast today and at
times cut loose rather viciously, much
to the chagrin of his sparring partners.
Moran did only light road work TINS
morning and then went to the funeral OF
Trainer Lewis little son Willie, who died
Sunday night from an acute attack Of
diphtheria.
The death of his little mascot affect
ed Moran deeply and before he returned
to his training quarters this afternoon
he had made up his mind not to go to the
gymnasium. When the Pittsburg mar
reached his Westminster quarters. how.
! ever, he found a crowd waiting anxious.
| ly to see him work out. Rather thar
disappoint them Moran punched the bias
and after some rope skipping boxed two
rounds each with Frank Kendall and Bill
H,I.- IL n6 f1 cf a
and appeared to be in excellent condition
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
REVOLUTIONISTS
IN CHINA ATTACK
IN GREAT FORCE

San Francisco, March 21.-Officials of
the Chinese Republic Association here to-
day received a cablegram from revolu-
tionary leaders in China declaring that a
force of $1,000 revolutionists under Gen.
Luyung-Ting, military governor OF
kwang-Si. is engaged in attack upon the
bordering province Of Kwangtung. The
commercial society of the attacked pro-
vince has importuned it's military gov
ernot to declare Kwangtung independent
Of the rule of Yuan Shi Kai, according
to the cablegram.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
BRITISH

London. March 21.-The following
official communication was issued this
evening:
Last night we made small raid
on hostile trenches near Mauquissart
accounting for about 20 enemy.
Early this morning. the enemy at
tackled and entered a small post on
the river Somme but were driven out
leaving one officer and two men dead
There has been considerable ar
tillery activity on both sides about the
Hohenzellern redoubt, Neuve Chap
ellie and Mauquissart today"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
CHELSEA
10th Birthday

Sunday evening, March 10, old nesH
bors friends and relatives gathered
the pleasant home of J. b, Hayes on ~
river road, the occasion being MS WI
birthday At 7.3o "a people were sesHl
around the table and served a slX-couFs
dinner. Mr. Hayes has been Lifelong
resident here and he holds the hlsh e.
TEEN and respect of a host of friends III
Is a keen business man and royal er
tertainer. The party left at late hoU'
wishing Mr.. Hayes many happy returns
of the day.
Miss Ruby Corbin is in Randolph fof
time.
The play which was to he given at N'
Grange hall has been indefinitely po''
poned.
A box social will be held at the 'rsne
hall in the near future.
An important meeting Of the "fant
will be held Friday night March a. NJ
freshmens will be served. All memoe'
should be present.
Inc ROADS through liiiS SSNI''' 49,
the worst condition they have neeh !"
for years. The snow blows IN aooa' q
fast as it is shoveled out, and each u'1'
is worse than the last.
c. H. Watson and family passed SUE
day with Mr.. and Mrs. {. n nreeH -
North Pittston.
Hiram Hayes is working Tor f''A'
Harris.
At recent meeting of the school c0''
mittee Oren Kicker rendered his res's.
ton, which was accepted and H. -
Swift was elected to fill the vacancy! '
A. Sheldon was reelected superinteh'''-
Schools are to begin the spring "'D
April 9. Il,
Edmund Cain was the guest OF ="
brother. Will Cain, in Nassalhoro' ''"
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
LIFE INSURANCE
MEN AT PORTLAND

Portland, Me, March I.-Life insurance
men from all parts of Maine were pres
ont this evening at the 29th annual dinner
of the life underwriters Of the State. The
speakers were Willard i. Hamilton OF
Newark, y. j.; f. F. Langley. president
of the Lewiston Chamber of Commerce,
and F.. ]. Carter, State insurance COM
missioner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
CHINESE REBELS
FIRE ON STEAMER
NEAR CHUNG-KING

Shanghai, March 21.-Revolutionists
today fred on the steamship Tachuan,
in the Yangtse kiang near F'eng-Tu-
Hsien. She was run on the rocks be-
low Chung King, where the crew aban-
Goned her to the robbers.
In the province of Szechuen, the
revolutionSts have attacked Peng-
Hsein and have appeared in the neigh
borhood Of Ilwan- Hsicn and p-Hsien,
northwest of Chcng-Tu.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
GERMAN ACCOUNT
OF NAVAL FIGHT

Berlin. March A.-Nia London).-lhe
German admiralty account of the pattie
between British destroyers and German
torpedoboats off the Belgian coast FOL
lows:
"On March 20, off the coast of Flanders
a fight which was successful for us TOOK
place between three German torpedoboats
and a division of five British destroyers
THE enemy broke off the engagement
after he had received several direct hits
and he steamed out of sight at full speed
we suffered only unimportant dam
age"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
LONDON GLOBE
SETTLES SUIT IN
ASQUITH CASE

London. March 21-Thc libel suit of
Mrs. Herbert Asqutn, wife of the pre-
mier. against the Globe, was settled to-
day. The suit was brought an account
of publication Of statements that Mrs.
Asquith had visited German prisoners
Of war confined at bennington Hall and
had sent presents to them. When the
case was called today announcement
was made that the Globe had consented
to Judgment for 81 900 and costs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
OF
PACT OF 1882

Mexico City. March 2l--AItho.s
the terms of the new arrahse" ;,
which. on the direct instructions ~. "
Gen. Carranza, is being sough' W." s.
the United States have not been NV"
public here it is understood that nas
Of the provisions entered into oe'" ~,
the two countries in 1857 regaroins ~,
pursuit of outlaw Indian Dahus
included in the proposed protoeo" .,.,s
A pledge is requested OF iihi''. .oou
retirement from foreign son do .rc.
as the expedition is an adnli'te'
cess or failure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
BAD WEATHER
POSTPONES THE
TUCKER TRIALS

Rockland, Me. March 21.-Bad weather
today caused the torpedoboat destroyer
Tucker to postpone the last of ner en-
durance and economy tests. She had
completed at four hours run at is knots
when it was decided to put back into this
port instead of trying to finish the other
runs on the way down the coast to the
yards Of her builders at Quincy. Mass.
Further trials for fuel economy will be
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
MORE LUXURIES
RESTRICTIONS
FOR THE ENGLISH

London. March A.-Further restrictions
on luxuries were imposed today. At a
meeting of the privy council today Hing
George signed proclamation prohibiting
the bringing in of automobiles. motorcy-
cles, various musical instruments. such
as player-pianos and monographs. and
spirits and other strong drink with the
exception Of brandy and rum.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
Success Temporarily At;
tends Efforts to Flank
Verdun on Left and
Great Bombardment
Is Begun
French Bitterly Contesting any
Further Advance and Their
Guns Hold Back Attempted
Infantry Alta ck-Vigorous
Fighting on Russian Front

In their efforts to flank Eerdun on
the left, the Germans having succeed
ed in working their way through the
Malancourt wood and the Avocourt
wood, have begun a heavy lombard
ment of the village Of Esnes, about
eight miles northwest Of Verdun, and
Hill 3o4. which lies about mile and
a half north of Esnes.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
PHILLIES AGAIN
DEFEAT CUBS

Tampa. Fla. March 21.-The Phila-
delphia Nationals defeated the Chi
cago Nationals Q to 6 in a Thinning
exhibition game here today. making it
three stfaight victories for the Phillies
in their spring contests with the Cubs.
The latter made two double plays. the
PhillieS one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22

Preparations are we'll under way "a,
the famous "Y'' minstrel show, wh,s
will be presented for the second annp,l
performance at the Opera house the nes.
of May 5, one night only. A bus,n,,,
meeting of the minstrel committee va,
held Tuesday night at the "Y'' and rs.
hearsals will commence next Mondar
The show this year will be of an eve,
higher order than last, a great deal q,
local talent being utilized.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
MRS.E.W.M MORRILL,
Grand OLD LADY
DIES, AGED los

Gray, Maine. March 21.-Mrs. Eliza
Wentworth Merrill, who observed her
night Her death was due indirectly to
fall early this month by which hip
bone was fractured. She was born at
Bridgton
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
HALL0WELL
HALLOWELL WINS
BY THREE POINTS
FROM Y. M. c.. A.

Hallowell won on Tuesday evening
in the Trolley League match with Y.
NJ. C. A.. scoring three points. A large
crowd was in attendance and greatly
enjoyed the work Of the bowlers. Fall
conf was high man for Hallowell and
Georgaklis was leading man for the
'"Y" team. The summary:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22

The Order of the Golden Cross gave =.
old-fashioned dance in Golden Cross h,p
Tuesday evening. Light refreshmsn,,
were served and about - couples ve,
on the floor until late. The music was \,
Humans orchestra and the dances w,.
mostly the old square dances.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
BOWLING
THE :COLONIALS
WIN THREE POINTS
FROM GARDINER

The Colonial bowlers captured three
points from Gardiner in match Of
the Trolley League rolled Tuesday
evening on the local alleys Board.
man and Martin led the local team
in bowling while Lemar and BukeT
held the honors for the down-rimr
quintet. Boardman rolled the hlst
single-112. The summary:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
AUGUSTA LOCALS

Mrs. Fannie Haskell of Bradfo,.
Mass, is visiting Mrs. Nellie NJ. Dop,,,
for a week or 10 days at her home n -
State street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22

All those desiring to become memhe,,
of the Augusta festival chorus should h
present at the second rehearsal to h.
held at 730 Thursday evening at the =,
sembly hall of the Y. NJ. c. A. BUILDING
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
GLOVER and ECAN
co Il TO A DRAW

Boston, March 21.-Mike Glover and Joe
Egan. both of this city, fought II rounds
to a draw tonight in match advertised
as carrying the welterweight champion
ship of New England.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22

Local bowling fans should not fail >,
be present at the Y. NJ. c. A. allevs
Wednesday evening to see the match IA
be rolled between Lee Ladd and McDon
ough, two of the best of the local men
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
AGED VAULT CLERK
CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY

Washington. March 2.-Alfred r.
Quaiffe. vault clerk Of the United States
treasury. who handled somewhere in the
neighborhood of s25,o00.vv..OoO in 50 years
Of service. today celebrated his soth BIRTH
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22

Switzerland normally sells $4,000. 900
worth Of cheese yearly to the United
States. .--. ~. -
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
MARRIED..

SOMERSET.
Dexter-March Is, .Glenwood Ring ant
Carrie Holt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22

BAKERY WITH A OVEN ..ssoe
doing good business. Will state Iou.I
for selling. Address "P." Kenneu"Jh ssdtN
nal, Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22

held tomorrow if the weather is favor
able.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-03-22
TOO LATE FOR clAss|f|cA1o|
For Sale-Miscellaneous

For sale-Bakery.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
TAKES DELINQUENT.

City taxes. which were not paid yes terday. are now delinquent and sub ject to penalty by the city tax collec- tor. James Allison. according to that officer the manner in which the money came in this year was very disappoint. ing. being fully as bad as that for the year 1914. Allison is unable to assign the reason except to the fact that an immense amount of money has been sent out of the state for the purchase of personal use" in the last twu months
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
PHOENIX VISITORS.

Ned Creighton, manager of the Ari- zona News Bureau and one of the di- rectors of the AriZona-Bisbee Copper company. accompanied bv w. J. Gra- ham. of Lowell. were visitors in Bis bee yesterday and Sunday Both men went over the property of the Arizona Bisbee on Sunday. They left for Phoe- nix last evening. Graham expects to return to the Warren District for Christmas.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
FRENCH wAesHrp DAMAGED

Berlin announces that French Warship of the Patrie class was dam aged heavily by torpedo from Ger man submarine in the Mediterranean Sea on December F and that on the previous day. French transport car rying I.OOo soldiers was torpedoed southwest of Sicily. The French ad- miralty denies the loss of French warship of the Patrie class
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
SHRINE CLUB FORMED.

At big meeting. held Sunday after noon at the Masonic Temple. at which a good size delegation from Douglas was present. the organization of the Southern Arizona Shrine Club was perfected Nobles PhilbrOok. Banks and Davenport were appointed to act on the entertainment committee and the first function to be held will be planned for some date in January in the city of Disbce.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
ANHIEIR RETURNS.

Art Anhieir, one of the best known and most popular ball tossers in the Warren District last summer, has re- turned from an extended visit to Mont rose, Colorado. Anhieir was captain of the c. & A. baseball team and many welcome his return in view of the nearness of the baseball season.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
ATTENTION L. O. O. Nj.

Funeral services of our late brother James R. Auburn will be held at the residence in South Bisbee at o'clock Me"'bers attending will meet at Moose Hall at 1 o'clock. By order of Dictator or-Advertisement 479
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
O. K. RESTAURANT

First class service. Regular din- ner 35c. We put up buckets for min- CTS. Try our special miners lunch. Satisfaction guaranteed Everything new and clean. Will be open all night beginning November 21st. Give us a al-Advertisement.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
JUDGE HIGH RETURNS.

Judge M. C. High. justice of the peace-elect of Bisbee precinct. returned to Bisbee Saturday night from a trip to his old home in Nebraska. The judge declares that though Nebraska appears to be prosperous. on the whole. yet it does not compare with Arizona. Judge High will take cffice on January l.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
NOTICE

All members of Bisbee Council 2l15 Knights and Ladies of Security are requested to attend the funeral of our late Bro Jas R Auburn from the res idence at South Bisbea on Tuesday the 18th, 2 ?. m. Bv order of Pres
 Advertisement 4SO
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
HERE FOR CHRISTMAS.

Mrs. J. H. OBrien. now of TyIone, New Mexico. where her husband is assistant manager of the branch store of the Phelps, Dodge Mercantile com pany, has arrived in Bisbee and will remain in the city as the guest of her mother. Mrs. F. E. Bundle, until after Christmas.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
BOWEN TO LOS ANGELES.

John J. Bowen, member of the firm of Bowen and Hubbard. left Sunday night for Los Angeles, where he will remain until after Christmas time. He will join Mrs. Bowen in the coast city.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
!. ;!,..''!''
SLEpSOE TO COAST.

pr. N. c. Bledsoe, head of the c. S A. medical staff, left Sunday night for Los Angeles where he will remain several days on business.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
ORIGINAL BisBEE TOMBSTONE
 STAGE LINE

The original Tombstone stage leaves daily at : a. m. and 1:30 p. m. from Cochise Motor Co. Phone Al. Leaves punctually on time daily. 939
 Advertisement.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

Order your Christmas poultry at the Miners Market now The finest tur- keys, ducks, geese, hens and suckling pigs in the district Phone Al.
 Advertisement. 46S
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
THE PURE MILK DEPOT

Fresh buttermilk from the churn ev- cry morning. Buy it by the gallon. it's cheaper.-Advrrtis
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
sIseEE MORALES STAGE

Car leaves Cochise Motor Co. 9:30 every morning. Fare 5000 one way, s1O.O9 round trip. Phone A 2 pas senger ar.-Advertisement. 35S
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
COPPER QUEEN DANCE

Copper Queen Band will give q dance in Old Opera House On Thurs day night. Dec. 2l. dance to begin at S:30 sharp.-Advertisem
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
RAWLINGS TO L. 4,

John Rawlings. purchasing agent of the Calumet & Arizona Mining com pany, is business visitor in the city of Los Angeles.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
PEACE

of mind and health of body can be ob- tained by visiting the dentist regular ly. Dr. Teufert. Maze Bldg, Sanitary
 Dental office.-Advertisement. 263
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
ATTENTION KNIGHTS TEMPLAR

Election Of officers Thursdav even- lng. nec 21st Installation will fol- low the election tooothar with Land '~a"k Chapter No G. w. R. Banks
 F. C. AT
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
JACK SPARKS THROUGH.

Jack Sparks, member of the board of supervisors from Douglas, passed through Bisbee yesterday morning on his way to Tombstone to attend a meeting of the board. Vance NJ. John- son, chairman of the board. accom-. panied Sparks Q the county seat from this city.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

Tailor made suits. satisfaction or money refunded. Willard & Bateman. Leading Tailors, Allen Block.
 Advertisement.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
THE PURE MILK DEPOT

Buttermilk fresh from the churn daily. Buy it by the gallon, it's cheap er.-Advertisement 474
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

For sores. Corns. Juniors h.-grov ing nails see Morrow Chiropodist . doors from City Park. Brewery Gulrf t511) Advertisement
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

Dr. Edward Colman. Chiropractor and Osteopath. nervousness and rheu- matism a specially Office Hughes Flock. opposite Y NJ C. A building
 Advertisement
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

Any man who Is desirous of partak- ing of a good Christmas dinner may call at the Elks' Home Monday morn ing and obtain a ticket on one of the local restaurants for same.
 Advertisement. 4S2
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

Just received the latest designs in shirts for tho holidays Initialed free Miller's Shirt & Hat Shop Main S'
 Advertisement 295
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
Advertisement

car every hour. Bisbee to Doug las. Good cars and careful drivers American Stage Line. Phone 366
 Advertisement
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

nr plavfair. Osteonath 9S Mason Hill. Mason Hill car stnp
 (Advertisement>
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

Ride on the American Stage Line Bisbee to Douglas. Phone 366.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19
PORTRAITS THAT PLEASE

Irwin Studio, Main Street. S57
 Advertisement
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-19

Cubeet Sugar fb packages. each.. .......... .25c Monarch Saffron, Ls oz., each. .25c p. D. Red Package Teas, ID packages. .75c
 Red Winu Grape Juice. H gallons, each. scc October Cider Quart bottles, each h...........35 35c Large Snowdrift, the can......... .S195 Banquet Hams, the tb ............. BOG
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-05-17
For we only live one day at a time,
You dear-and l.

You dear-and I.
Why don't you send these little
poems to the magazines, Margie?
You certainly can writer exclaimed
MOllie, after I had brought the little
verse out and read it to her
do you think so, dear? It never
occurred to me that any one but you
or some one like you would care for
them. I used to write such things
often to Dick when we were first
married, but he never seemed to care
much about them, and l thought
they were worthless, if not in SEN
timent, at least as literature.
ITO Be Continued.)
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1916-05-17
LADY NICOTINE" BEATEN BY
HUSBAND IN FRANCE

Paris, May II. - Mrs. George
Washington Lopp, known as Lady
Nicotine" because she collected Gig
arctic funds for French soldiers in
America, and her daughter, Sophia
Machain, were recovering from nu-
merous bruises while the American
ambulance committee was attempt
ing to hush the scandal caused by
the arrest of Mrs. Loops husband, a
member of the committee.
Loop made charges against his
wife. In the ensuing alteration
both women were beaten.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-12-04
APARTMENTS
FURNISHED APARTMENTS

WANspsoNtEt.Y FURNISHED GROOM CORNER
4tH F9oRa aut Et1ENyNhiTT99RR; "a FISH;
sUSDERi.kND HOUSE. s5rH AND POWELL
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-12-04
MONEY TO LOAN
FARMER SMITHS RAINBOW CLUB
DEPENDABLE

ChidnIt would please would sit down
as yourself, "AM DEPENDABLE?"
her (or hm)"
and satisfaction in being able depend
depend when forever wondering
if that person going to do what asked not
think idea be faithful and dependable when it
SMALL THINGS.
what great joy gives parents when they find that they
simply
nst SELF RELIANCE The
reliable and the DEPEND
talking business talk to girls COR they going
Let this Your will
proportion DEPENDABLE If he knowing
will perform the he wishes then small
always ANXIOUS increase
pay-if you are DEPENDABLE.
81 going depend you" Simply
mind Do YOU CAN DEPEND
ON MR"
FARMER SMITH, Childrens Editor.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-12-04
BILLY BuMPUs AND CHRISTMAS
Ry Farmer Smith

"I do wish you would stop yawning''
said Mrs. BumpuB TO her husband one night
as they were seated beside the sitting room
table. -,
the things / have 70 buy Tor Christmas
There's Mister Elephant and
''Do you mean to say that you put blister
Elephant before MET
Mrs Bumpus fairly shouted
"Why, OF course, my dear you and the
children come nTst Il does not take any
thought TO buy you ssmething-lt ~ labor
OF love. DO you undsrstandr
,syhat are you going 20 get me for
Christmas9" asked Mrs, Bumpus, plead
S' II positively couldn, tell YOU for it is a
And yet YOU put Mister Elephant before
MEP Mrs. Bumpus began TO cry
'fWifee, dear
NOW look here. Just you tell me what
YOU are going 20 give me for Christmas or
WILL WILL viii not tell you what
am going 10 give You-so thereF
'sBut do not think we ought 20 tell each
for Christmas-that would spoil all the
fun" replied Billy
"Is what you are going 20 giye me adver-
tlssd In the doatvilis News?" asked biliy's
yes" said Billy
Mrs. Bumpus took the paper and began
looking. Her eye fell on a self'playing
plano.
n have it-lt Is self-playing plano.
You dear fellow How / love you, Billy,
you are the darlingest thing In all this
world"
II aid not say Il was a self-playing
piano." whined Billy. '-rhat would cost a
lot OF money
''Gat your hat on and come right along
NOW We will select that self-playing
piano before yel Snsnse l. your ls MIND.
the door.