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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1916-03-22

was elected manager and has writ
ten to six schools, to date, for games.
Mr.. Monk will coach the team.
There may be a class tennis tour
nament held on the school court this
spring. We hope that such plans
may materialize, for the contest could
be made interesting.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1916-03-22

Hear Mrs. ". A. Lawson, state
president Of the II. Q. 4. u. speak on
temperance Wednesday evening. Mar.
% in the Methodist church. She pos
seses a strong contraIto voice of much
power and sweetness, and accompan-
les her singing with an auto harp. 1t
is a rare opportunity to hear her and
none who can attend should miss
chance Admission free. Mrs. Geo.
Finney, chairman.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1916-03-22

Mississippi Valley lodge No. Sc, /.
o. o. F. entertained royalty last Fri
day evening in honor of Gail Dreibel-
bills, who has been an active member
of the local order for several years.
Mr.. Drebelblis has been employed as
mail clerk on the Madison, Lancas-
ter and Galena division for many
years and leaves his position to go
into business, his resignation taking
effect this week.
The members and guests to the
number of about 100 banquetted
sumptuously at 700, and after the
dinner an adjournment was taken to
the lodge hall. Rev. A. w. Phillips
of Fennimore, an Odd Fellow, was
introduced by Hon. David Schreiner
and made an interesting address on
the subject of "OddfellOwship." Mr..
Phillips was followed by Mr.. Schrein-
err, w. w. Reese, Frank lockwood
of Fennimore and others who made
short talks appropriate to the occa-
sion.
A large number of FennimOre mem
bers were present and made to feel
thoroughly at home by their Lancas-
ter brethren. The meeting dispersed
about 10 o'clock with many express
sions of pleasure over the occasion.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1916-03-22
COMING EVENTS.

Modern WoOdmen regular meeting
next Thursday evening March 23rd.
Important business. Try to be there.
W. Z. Webb, clerk.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1916-03-22

The Presbyterian ladies will have a
hOmebaking, candy and apron sale
in the city hall next Saturday, March
&c, afternoon at o'clock. sci
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1916-03-22

Mr.. and Mrs. Phillip Bennett left
for Tomas, Tuesday, to visit relatives.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1916-03-22
BUSY DAYS IN THE ODD FELLOWS LODGE;
DISTRICT CONVENTION And LOCAL Dinner

Conductor Logan Fisher, Mt.
Hope.
Inside Guards. R. Green, Lancas-
ter
Outside Guard-E. H. Bartholomew,
Fennimore.
Chaplain-John Novak, Fennimore.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
political ADVERTISEMENT
TO THE VOTERS OF
DICKINSON COUNTY

DR.. 1. B. Julian, the Democratic
candidate for county clerk, has found
1t impossible, owing to business re-
lations. to make an active campaign
as yet. However. he expects to make
very thorough canvass of the coun-
ty as the campaign progresses. OF
course there will be many voters that
he cannot call on personally and to
these people he wishes to state that he
is in the race to win and will appre-
ciate what support they can give him.
DR.. Julian promises that If elected
he will administer the affairs of the
office OF county clerk purely In the
interest of the people. irrespective of
party or considerations of political
expediency. The law will be obeyed
and executed insofar as It pertains
to this office without fear or favor
and every citizen will receive the
same degree Of courtesy and atten-
tion, and special privileges will be ex-
tended to none. There is no ques-
ton but what DR.. Julian is fully COM
petent to discharge the duties Of the
office in a manner satisfactory to the
people. He is not only capable but
is a gentleman in every respect OF
the word and a resident of middle
Kansas for AZ years 24w1ts
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
GOSSIP OF SOCIETY
West Side Social Club.
Phone s5

The West Side Neighborhood So
cial club held its third meeting at
the home OF Mrs. May Mckee Thurs
day afternoon. Thirty-two responded
TO the roll call. A pleasant social
time was enjoyed. During the after
noon lemonade, melon, ice cream and
cake we're served. The next social
will be held at the home Of Mrs. N. G..
Dyer. September 14th, and all west
side neighbors are invited.
T. For Miss Coda Miermaster.
Miss Coda Miermaster. who will
be one of the towns fall brides. will
be honored at several prenuptiais af-
fairs the first OF which was given to-
day by Miss Mary Broughton. She
entertained twelve young ladies at
n six O'Clock dinner party and kitch-
en- shower this evening. Also at
eight o'clock this evening Miss Eva
Hutchinson is to be hostess to the
members OF her Sunday school class
OF the Baptist church Of which Miss
Miermaster is a member. The dinner
party and shower given by Miss
Broughton proved very delightful
affair. Tomorrow evening Miss Irene
Toliver gives a miscellaneous shower
at her home on North Kinney street
for Miss Miermaster.
II Golden Wedding.
Solomon Tribune: Mr.. and Mrs.
uohn ]. Jenness celebrated their
golden wedding anniversary at their
home, on Tuesday, Aug. ID.
They were married In Junction City
ON August is, 1866, and lived for one
year in Geary county. Mr.. and Mrs.
Jenness have lived in the Solomon
valley since 1861, and are highly res
pected citizens of our little city. Mr.
Jenness has reached the age OF II
years and Mrs. Jenness is 70 years OF
age. At present botn are ehJoVinB
good health and their many friends
trust they will enjoy many more an
niversaries together
The guests were made happy by
the usual hospitality of the couple,
and by delicious refreshments dis
pensed throughout the day.
The family was all present with
the exception of one son, Ray. Of
Wichita Falls, Texas. The children
present were: Mrs. Wade Spencer,
of Parkersburg, West Va; John II.
Jenness, of Kansas City, Mo-; Mrs. 7.
F. Sullivan, of Salina, and Mrs. G. A.
Roberts of Solomon. A few relatives
and immediate friends made up the
party.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24

At the Lutheran parsonage this
morning at o'clock. Bertha Idelah,
daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs. R. R. Issitt
OF this city, and MIR. Karl II. Beggs,
OF Junction City, were united in mar
riage. the Rev. H. F. Martin officiat-
ing. After the ceremony a bountiful
three-course breakfast was served at
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24

For Miss Edith Fentou.

Miss Lucille Hallack entertained at
the home, East 4th street, with
three-course breakfast at 10 O'Clock
this morning, honoring Miss Edith
Fenton. Covers we're laid FOR ten
young ladies, and lavender was ar
tistically used in the decorations.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
PUBLIC SALE

The undersigned will sell at public
auction at his place, miles south
west Of Abilene, on farm known as
the Will Felbush place. on
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
Golden Belt Social Club.

Mrs. c. A. Madden entertained the
members of the Golden Belt Social
club at her home east Of town, Thurs
dav afternoon. After the regular
business meeting, several hours were
were PASSED with fancy work and con-
versation. At the close the hostess
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
Miss Edith Fenton Honored.

Miss Bessie Shockey entertained
with a nine O'Clock breakfast this
morning for Miss Edith Fenton,
whose engagement to Mr.. c. w.
Wheeler has been announced. Cow
ers were laid for ten and four courses
we're served. The young ladies show
cred Miss Fenton with handkerchiefs
and she received some beautiful
pieces of fancy work. Goldenrod was
prettily used in the decorations In
which a scheme of yellow was carried
out.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24

served dainty refreshments. Mrs. W.
r. Mullin. president of the d. M. G.
club. Mrs Frank Houlton, Mrs. L. S.
Lechron and Miss Anna Berrigan OF
Solomon, were club guests.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
Tuesday, Sept. 9Th

commencing at p. m. sharp. the fol-
lowing property;
Horses and Mules.
Span jack mules. weight 1900
pounds, years old, well matched and
gentle; span brown mares, weight
2400 pounds, years old. we'll mated.
@ Head of Hogs.
Two brood sows, shoats.
Farm Implements.
Nearly new Deere lister. Deere s.
shovel riding cultivator. walking eul-
tivator, Emerson 4-shovel riding cul-
tivator, Mccormick mower. McCor-
mick rake, Defiance 12-inch gang
pillow, 2-section harrow. Hoosier grain
drill, grain wagon, Town down wagon
with rack, spring wagon, buggy. set
new heavy work harness, set nearly
new heavy work harness, set double
driving harness. set single driving
harness. ffynets. collars and many
other articles.
Also one coal heating stove. one
wood heating stove, burner Perfec-
ton oil stove.
Terms-All sums Of $40 and under
cash: on sums over $40 credit Of s
months will be given on note with APP
proved security at 10 per cent inter
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24

the home of the brides parents on
North Olive, to the immediate rela-
tives of the bride and groom. The
table was beautifully arranged and
the color scheme of pink and white
was carried throughout. The bride
wore a travelling suit of gray taffeta
and silk crepe, trimmed with pink
rosebuds.
Miss Issitt has been one of Dickin-
son county's teachers for the past
three years and will be much missed
in that capacity. They left this
noon for a short trip to Kansas City
and other eastern points. After Sept
1st they will be "at home" on Mr..
Beggs' fathers farm, southwest OF
Junction City. Their many friends
extend congratulations and best
wishes for a prosperous and happy
welded life. The out-of-town guests
we're: Mr.. and Mrs. John Beggs, Har-
~, Christine and Lila of junction
City, Mr.. and Mrs. Carl Landeen OF
Navarro.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
Nelson-Woolverton.

A quiet wedding took place at the
Linwood Boulevard Christian church
in Kansas City, Wednesday after
noon, Aug. 8, when Mary Nelson. Of
Newark, Mo, and George Woolverton,
of Abilene, Kan, were united in mar
riage. Rev. Jenkins, of Kansas City.
Mo-, performed the ceremony. using
the ring service. The brides broth
or and sister-in-law, Ben and Nina
Nelson, and son Leland, of Lima. ILL.,.
and the groom's sister, Lois WOolver-
ton, of Abilene, Kan, were present
at the wedding.
Mr.. and Mrs. Woolverton visited
relatives in the city until Sunday ev-
ening, when they returned to the
grooms home. southeast Of Abilene.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
A SIumber Party.

The girls class from the Metho-
dist Sunday school of which Miss
Marie Cook is member, came out to
her home for an outdoor slumber
party Saturday. Miss Lucy Lee,
their teacher. acted as chaperon. The
girls arose at sunrise Sunday morn
ing and ate an outdoor breakfast.
About eight o'clock they returned to
Abilene to prepare for Sunday school,
and all enjoyed good time.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
Entertained sales Force.

Ten of the sales force at the Abb
Iene Mercantile company were enter
tanned at a bountiful chicken supper
last evening by Mr.. and Mrs. J. d.
Adams at their home on North Buck
eye. They report a fine time and vote
Mr.. and Mrs. Adams royal entertain
ers.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
Lauer-TaylOr.

At very pretty church wedding.
the Rev. Ralph o. Taylor, OF Gardner
Kansas, and Miss Marie Katehrine
Lauer were married at four o'clock
Yesterday afternoon at the German
Reformed church, Elmo. The Rev.
Fluekiger performed the ceremony.
Both Mr.. and Mrs. Taylor are gradu-
ates Of Baker University and Dickin-
son county schools. They we're q
popular young couple in college life
and they have host Of friends who
extend best wishes Mr.. Taylor was
prominent in all college activities. a
member OF the Zeta fraternity and a
football star, being ranked as one OF
the best ployers in the Missouri val
ley. Upon his graduation he was ad-
mitted to the Methodist ministry and
now has a charge at Gardner. Kansas,
which is progressing under his pas
torate. Mrs. Taylor is the daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. c. J. Lauer. promi-
nent south Dickinson family. Mr.
and Mrs. Taylor will reside at Gard
ner.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24

Miss Elsie Southworth. who is an
inimitable Riley reader, gave child
rem a treat at the library this morn
ing. Several stories we're recited in
a manner to elicit answering atten-
ton and generous applause. Miss
southworth also gave sketch Of the
restless boy poet, his career as a sign
painter, his struggle to break into
print. his final recognition and long
years as the idol Of his state and Of
children everywhere.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
Rittgcr Family Reunion.

Salina Journal: An enjoyable
family gathering was held Sunday at
ternoon at the pleasant home Of Mrs.
Myra Rutgers, 6O4 South Eleventh
street. A feature of the gathering
was the prettily appointed dinner
served at $50 o'clock. Among those
presenr was Mr.. William H. Rittger.
of Abilene.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24

lightful afternoon Thursday, Aug.
10th. at the pleasant home Of Mrs. H.
w. Paul. The usual members we're
present and the hours we're spent in
pleasant conversation and work. Mrs.
Paul served cake and ice cream. The
guests present were: Mrs. C. A. Mad
den, Of the Golden Belt club; Mrs.
w. e. Pearson, of Kansas City, and
Misses Lillian and Grace Nemecheck,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24
Shower for Miss Meirmaster.

Shower for Miss MetrmaSter.
Miss Coda Meirmaster was the
guest of honor at the third prenuptial
affairs given for her last night when
Miss Irene Toliver entertained
twelve young ladies at the home on
North Kinney street. Ten young lad
les made up the guests and the even
ing was delightfully."- passed. Dancing
in the garage, which is built into the
house. was a feature OF the occasion.
Edison diamond disc music was used.
Miss Meirmaster received many pres
ents Of painted china. linen and sill
verware. Cut flowers we're used for
decorations and design OF pink
hearts was carried out in the menu.
Punch was served during the even
ing in addition to a dainty luncheon.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24

d. NJ. c. Club.
The D. NJ. C. club spent a very de-
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24


This Overland is the worlds
most powerful low-priced car.
1t has a 3112 horsepower en-
bloc motor that is a perfect
marvel for speed, power and
endurance.
BY increasing the bore of the
motor from 3 sto 33s" we are
able to offer a power plant
which at 1850 r. P. M. devel-
ops full 81 q horsepower.
Tests under every condition In
all parts of the country dem
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1916-08-24

onstrate that it easily devel-
ops better than fifty miles
per hour on the road.
Speed of course varies under
different conditions, but in
practically every instance it
has been getting fifty miles
an hour and with ease.
We have scores Of kilograms
showing that twenty to
twenty-five miles per gallon
of gasoline is not unusual.
The performance of this car IS
almost beyond belief.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
Denies Firing on Lifeboats

Berlin. Nov l6-fBy wireless to the
Associated press) Assertions that
the German submarine which sank
the British ship Rowanmore. on
which these were several Americans
fired upon lifehoats containing the
members Of her crew, was dismiss
ed as utterly false in the renori oi
the commander Of the submarine In
fact. II Is said, the men IN The Row
anmore owe their lives 10 the pre-
caution taken by the Germans and
the skill with which their onerations
were carried out during the tweniv
minutes pursuit Of the steamship.
submarine shots were aimed accu-
rafely astern to limit the danger to
the crew which was eongregating at
the how
The Rowanmore was hit ten times.
tho last smell disabling Inc bTNneli'I
Tho submarine ceased fire the re-
port continued, Immediately after Z
was discovered that the Rowanmorc
had decreased her speed and ahand-
oned efforts to escape No shots
were fired at the men in the boats
There we're two white Americans
and five Filipinos in the crew Of the
Rowanmore, all Of whom were saved
Affidavits obtained by the Ameri-
can consul at Liverpool said the
steamship attempted 10 escape but
that the submarine sheled her ~
ter she stopped
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
FIERCE BATTLES RACING ON
S0MME FRONT Of FRANCE
FRENCH RI-CApIt RI STR\-
IEGIC POINT NEAR CliAti.-
MES. RECENTLY TAKEN
BN TEL TONS

Field Marshal Won Mackensen's
army in the Russian province Of
Dobrudga Is in retreat, burning viii
lagos as it falls back. he peirograd
war office announced today
Increasing pressure by the Russo
Rumanian army in Dobrudla which
rallied after It's severe defeat by Won
Mackensen last month has been in
evidence for several days Bucha
rest reported a further advance yes
terday toward the important Tchcr-
nayoda Constanza railroad which
the Teutonic allies captured in their
drive. ~T'lM
Berlin today entered into a denial
of the Russian claim
Fighting in the sommc region ot
Northern France shows increased ac
tiyity with attack and counter at
atck following swiftly
The British advance in the Ancro
region also seems to have been halt
ed London, today reported only ar
tillery activity during the night
The French reacted against The
Germans south Of the somme aear
Chaulnes where German counter
attack was announced Yesterday 20
have wrested a part of the village o'
Pressoire from French possession
The French recaptured this ground
last night the French war office an
nounced today,
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
Capital viii
Celebrate Return
Of Mr.. Wilson

Washington, Nov 16--The Capital
viii celebrate President Wilson's re-
turn to the White House with a pa.
rade along Pennsylvania Avenue 10
right. Thousands bearing red fire
torches will form a column at
Peace Monument and march past a
stand In front Of the White House
for review by the president, govern.
ment officials and Democratic lead
ers. Every mareher will carry the
American flag.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
Villa Bands
Murder
and Rob

el paso, Texas, Nov ia north
bound passenger tram from Chinua
hna Cty van nels 0p yesterday az
Terrazaa and the passengers robbed
according % reports received today
by Consul Bravo. The bandits hold
ing up the tram we're commanded by
Gen Corral and Gen mufds The
train is expected 70 reach Juarex To-
night
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16

'.''' a'r'lH'''' 'lo sHmfn tme pre-
'e"'a a"'"rmin'ng whether llushoa
womb hafe o'lned men hAa uo
outrage states Chicago aH ile onn
PlAgg ahon ilo aomNaa gofa uu0
'"'Htrd Hnpani'N Hna eemH d boar
'At ih" claim of ihe aui mtfraWat
mat ihe "onnnN 'oie q mepo lup
i'Aiioh OF 'br man.t llQee,rr zoos
q iiHi Hhiifrl} lhr Ot#n iH pro mI
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
Explosion on ship Kills l50

London Nov lG The Stockholm
newspaper Alton Tidnlngenen says
that some days ago an explosion oc-
cured on board the Russian ammu-
milton steamer Baron Breccni ~ the
Russian seaport Of Archangel caus-
ing the death OF l50 persons and the
wounding Of $50 others according 10
dispatch from the Swedish capital TO
the Exchange telegraph company TO-
day.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
BANDIT SUSPECT FREED

Ean chism. held on charge OF
completely in holding up passenger
train at Bliss October "a was re-
leased from the Logan county Jail
here Yesterday by order Of District
Attorney Jonh A Fain
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
VII RIDER TRIM O\

The Bud Wilson murder case ls
occupying be attention Of a jury ia
district court to-day before Judge
John = Hlekam Wilson is charged
with killing Ringing circus band
man here Ia 1915.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
Men
Search Woods
TOR Nero Buie

WlaHta Falls retas. NOV '6- Dawn
TO-DAY found several hundred citizens
searching the river bottoms -
~ aefe . the hope o' tnaina the la
Identified negro aho. Wednesday.
assaulted Miss geulsh Davis l5 years
Old She vas found unconse ouB in
some shruhbery where her assaiiant
had carried her.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
JUSTICE KANE LEADS

chief Justice Matthew John Kane
Lad the state ticket in the recent
lection His vote was 1856 w y
Humphrey for corporation commits
oner was q close second with li0..
$50 and Judge Tom Doyle come next
with 1901
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
PROMINENT TEXAS DEMO
CRtT Il KILLED IN WRECK

Fort Worth. Texas. Nov ig Paul
Wapple chairman % the Texas Dem
ocratic executive committee was
killed by an inierarban train near
ioday2 He was million
aire capitalist and the president Of a
large Wholesale grocery company.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
HE MTHERs MEET HERE

County superintendents OF health
from over the state are meeting In
assembly hall at the lone hotel to-
day. A banquet was served at
o'clock. About fifty counties are
represented.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16

Chants. Of Commerce meeting
Friday night important. All mem
bers urged to be present.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16
KlLLA KILLS WHOLE FAMILY

KlLLA KILLS WHOLE FAMILY
El paso, Texas, Nov i6--Thecdore
HoemDllsr, merchant of parral,
Chihuahua, together with his wife
ard baby were killed by Villa hand
it's when Villa occupied Parrsl a re
port received here BY a parral min
sHa company saYs. Aeemuler, II ~
said, 10 a German subject.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16

Covers every rural route - The
Daily Leader
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16

Covers every rural route TIA
Daily Leader
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1916-11-16

Vf associated Press
@aw lNaans. La NOV lG--TonighN
tair rising temperature. Friday faik.
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