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Evening star., 1916-12-27

The calendar is judiciously arranged
to allow period of repose between the
festivities of the Christmas holidays and
those OF Inauguration.
Evening star., 1916-12-27

Craftsmanship naturally hesitates to
admit that a war whose cost has stag
gered humanity must merely be dis
missed as a bad investment.
Evening star., 1916-12-27

Sometimes "cynic" is rather good
natured chap who pretends to be miser-
able, so that no one will experience
pangs of envy on his account.
Evening star., 1916-12-27

Russia is not inclined to be enHhu-
siastic over any peace suggestion which
leaves Constantinople in the same hands
as at the outset
Evening star., 1916-12-27

A number of peace hints point to pos
sibilities that there will be occasion for
The Hague to clean house and prepare
to entertain.
Evening star., 1916-12-27

The cold storage egg was sufficient to
discourage the average appetite for egg
nog without the intervention of prohibi-
tion.
Evening star., 1916-12-27

Soldiers away from home are justified
IN the wish that New Year of 1918 will
be happier than that of 1917.
Evening star., 1916-12-27

Even Christmas time could not restore
the regulations of some of Europe's
great cities as "gay capitalso
Evening star., 1916-12-27
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Different Ways-

'Parents used to find great pleasure
in explaining how the mechanical toys
work"
"They used to. Now father stands
and looks on while the small boy shows
him how to start the family motor car"
Evening star., 1916-12-27
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Evening star., 1916-12-27

Many a man mistakes notoriety fol
fame and gets scorched trying to climl
into the spotlight.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
GOVERNOR CRUCE OF
OKLAHOMA TO SPEAK
SATURDAY EVENING

Ex-Gov. Lee CUcc. Of Oklahoma,
will be here Saturday evening and adj
dress the voters and ladies Of Quay
county on the political issues Of the
day.
Gov. Crucc i, Il Democrat and will
be one Of the best speakers that will
visit Tucumcari thi, year. lie has had
years of experience i'm executive work
and believes in President Wilson and
the past administration. He is well
versed nationally and his speech will
be of merit and refinement. The Dem
ocrats and those who care to hear n
good Democratic speech are sure For
tunate to entertain such man as
Hon, Lee Cruce of Oklahoma, and il
is desired that full attendance will
be present
Other speaker. are expected soon,
but dates have not yet been made. If
dates are made before Saturday cv-
ening announcement will bc made at
the meeting Saturday night
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
DWELLING HOUSES
IN DEMAND..,A FEW
ARE BEING ERECTED

Tucumcari needs more residences Of
modern build. There are several cit
izens iguring on building homes and
aomc have already let contracts for
samc.
DR.. Catterson has purchased lots
from \. Il. Simpson, and excavation
has already commenced. This resi-
dcncc will contain about seven rooms
and be modern throughout, and will
make valuable addition to the nice
residences already located on First
street.
Eugene Jacobs new home is being
pushed as rapidly as possible and this
will add another modern home to Tu-
cumcar's Second street. IL will be
constructed of wood and pebble-da
and will be strong rs well as beautiful
in appearance.
Freeman Allen has just completed
rcmodeling his adobe residence, re-
Gently purchased from Mr.. Cobb. He
had a from. room added and other
changes made. making il modern and
convenient.
Judge Cutlip is having IA house re-
modelled and will have it made modern
throughout thus providing another
rood for rent" house.
W j. Eitzen has purchased lots in
the south part Of town and proposed
ro erect large two-story modern
home thereon. 1t will contain about
twelve rooms and will cost in the
urghborhood Of $4,000 Plans have
been drawn but a. yet Mr.. Eitzen is
a little undecided what he wants
Thi, building fever is catching and
it, one epidemic the health officers
10 not care to stop. The more the
mcrrlcr, II some man would build
twenty-five new houses with bath and
other modern conveniences, they would
all hc taken before completed There
are families living in other towns that
are dcSirous of coming here if a suit
able place can be found. Some small
houses are occupied by aS many as
Four families. Tucumcari needs Il few
more houses al once.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
BAPTIST MEETING GOES WELL

Last Sunday was the initial service
of revival meeting now in progress
at the First Baptist church in Tucum-
carl. Pastor A. l.. Maddox is doing
the preaching in an acceptable manner
on such vital themes as Sin" Satan"
"Hades" and Hell" His preaching
is characteristic of the preaching Of
Moody, Whitfield and Spurgeon on
doctrinal themes. Up to Wednesday
night there had been six conversions,
most of whom were grown people, and
six additions to the church. Mrs. Nc
Grif of Albuquerque joined the forces
Tuesday night to lead the choir and to
bring the gospel message in solos.
Mrs. McGriff adds much to the forces,
and every lover Of sweet vocal solos
will find in some respects an incom-
parable message in song.
The meeting continues throughout
next week at 1000 o'clock each morn
ing and 1880 at night.
People from the town or country
are welcomed.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
MISS BAGLEY DIES FROM
SEPTIC POISONING

The l2-year-old daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. a. B. Bagley, died in this city
Saturday after an illness Of only u
few days duration.
II is understood that she was >uf-
fcring from tonsilitis which suddenly
took hold something on the order of
the disease which ended Charles Kohn
so suddenly few months ago, Of sep
tic poisoning.
Mis-, Bagley was strong young
girl and had been enjoying the round.
up together with the other young peo-
pie and attended the dance at night.
II is thought that she became over
eXerted as she enjoyed dancing.
Mrs, Bagley and her daughter lad
made many warm friends during their
short stay in Tucumcam. where Mr..
Bagley was engaged as arena director
for the Roundup contests and the re-
port of the sudden death Of Miss Bag
ley came as severe shock To every
one.
The body was prepared for burial
and shipped to Tulia Texas where in
terment was made. The many friends
here join the News in extending sym
pathy to the broken-hear parents.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
IMPORTANT MEETING OF THE
PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY

\ final report of the financial re-
suit Of the Philharmonic big concert
last April will be (briefly) made to
he members; and therefore all the
old members. as well as new ones, are
urgently requested to attend ~ St.
Michael's Institute Friday al : p. m.
promptly. when applications for mem.
ship will he received, and the first ac-
tua practice of the season will take
place. Remember the society's great
success last season, don't delay your
application, and don't fail TO attend
the first rehearsals, as the member
ship list may be closed at an early
date DO you really want to help
build up Tucumcari in the things that
are best? DO you sincerely desire
to surround our rising generation with
AN atmosphere of culture and refine
mcnt? II so, Come! Ii not, stay
away (Contrihuted)
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
ROUNDUP SPECIALS

The official, decided to give special
prizes to boys who were injured m
competing.
Those fine chaps donated by the X b.
{. Saddlery Co., Of Kansas City, were
presented to Jim Bryant who had an
ankle broken when he fell from horse.
His saddle was not fastened and he
didn't know il. When he started 70
mount he and the saddle fell in Il
pile. His ankle was broken and he is
still unable TO be out.
The gold and silver Spurs and Bits
donated by Kelly Bros a. Parker of
Dalhart, were awarded to Tom Wright
who had his collar bone and shoulder
broken, when saddle girth broke while
he was riding Tango, one Of the bad
horses.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
OUR POLITICAL EDITION

The News contains twelve pages of
real live matter this week. The Re
publican State Central Committee has
taken several columns i'm which 10 give
their side of the political controversy,
The Democrats have several columns
giving their side of the situation. IL
the News were to publish one and not
the other. our readers would no, know
what either was referring TO. Read
both side, and choose for yourself. If
a man has not brains enough to choose
for himself, he should not bC allowed
the right of suffrage When the wo-
men are given the right OF suffrage in
New Mexico, they will read more and
be prepared to instruct such husband
and sons who do not care 20 read, how
to vote. II you take some boss poll
tician's word for il you are liable to
20 estray. You can read three sides
of the question in the News Demo
cratic, Prohibition and Republican.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
BuRSUM HERE TONIGHT

Hon. Holm o. Bursum and party of
Republican speakers, will be here to-
night and the Democrats are urged 10
attend in order to fiji the opera house
and give him a hearing. During the
last city election a number of the Re-
publicans joined the Democrat party
and II was thought the Republican
party was doomed, but they are begin
ing to line up for their first love. 1t
will he worth your while to go out to-
night and hear the Republican side Of
State politics.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
FEDERAL STOCK Is GOOD

At the meeting of the Federal In
Nestment stockholders last Monday,
the same officers were reelected with
the exception of c. II. Rankin, who's
place was filled by a. X. Carpenter,
who owns n large number Of shares
Of stock.
The reports show the company 10 be
getting along nicely, having paid near
ly $4,000 off the Indebtedness, thereby
making the stock worth more than
100 cents on the dollar. The net earn
ing for last year was better than IL
per cent.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
BOSTON WINS FOrR GAMES

Boston won the fifth game Of the
Worlds series Thursday by a score
of to /. This gives Boston four out
Of five, Brooklyn winning the third
game by score of I TO 3. These
cam. were evenly mathed but luck
eemed to bc with the American leag
uerS.
Brooklyn started off with a rush
Wednesday making runs in the first
inning but that was the last while
Boston made six
The weather has been nice and the
gate receipts have been enormous. the
players will each possess "A nice little
fortune because of the fact they were
members Of championship teams from
he American and National leagues.
This is worth working FOR
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
DIR. MANNEY RETURNED

Or, j, r, Manney and son, Willis,
came in Wednesday from South Cen
trail Texas, where they have been for
several months. The Doctor says he's
back to stay He says prosperity is
abundant all through Texas and there
is no doubt about Democracy holding
her own down there.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12
AN INTERESTING PAGE

On of the most interesting pages in
the News this week is the ad. Of T, A.
Muirhead. He always has something
good TO say when he takes a full page
so it is worth your while 20 read every
line of that ad.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

Mr., and Mrs. Sam Lehrman came
in last night from Greeley, Colo, at
which place they have been located in
the tailoring business. Sam will again
take up tailoring in Tucumcari and
thinks he has come back to stay.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

John ID. Thomson, the Ty Cobb Of
Montoya. took day off last week
and came up from Montoya on busi-
ness and to attend the last days do
ings Of the Roundup.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

c. l.. Owens drove over from San
Jon today 10 take Mrs. Owens home
with him. She is fast recovering and
is now able TO sit up most of the day.
The many friends of the family are
glad she is getting along so nicely,
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

Mrs. j. NJ. Page of Oakland, Calf,
is visiting her sister, Mrs ". II. Jones
the tailors, while on her way home
from Hutchinson, Kansas, where she
had been visiting.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

We have on display samples rep
resenting 100000 yds of first-class
woolens, your pick of suit pattern
at cost, Jones the tailor will do the
rest for fifteen dollars. 2
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

All you have to do i, h,- the suit
pattern Jones the tailor will do the
rest for fifteen dolIars What does
such proposition signify? II means
that you "BuldoG' the profits to n
touchdown, while We get the regular
price for trimming and making.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

Bob Nolte, Socialist candidate for
sheriff, was in town today on business.
He's got lots of friends In Tucumcari.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

You furnish the cloth, we will do the
rest for $500. Jones the tailor. 2
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

You buy the cloth, Jones the tailor,
will make and trim your suit for Sl5.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

To-Day wa, Columbus Day and the
Postotlicc observed it most Of the day,
keeping open until nine q. m.
The Tucumcari news and Tucumcari times. [volume] (Tucumcari, N.M.) 1907-1921, 1916-10-12

Read II first--in The News.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18
Miller-0SbuTD.

Tuesday at high noon Miss Averill
Miller and DR.. j. Nelson Osburn were
united in marriage at the residence of
the brides father, in MartinsbLrg, in
the presence of the immediate relatives
and friends of both families.
R-v. c. c. Durkee. rector of the
Trinity Episcopal Church. officiating
The best man was Mr.. Willard Os-
burn. brother of the groom. Miss Miller
is the daughter of CharlessAverilI Mill
er, proprietor of the we'll known whole
sale firm of C. A. Miller and Company,
and is charming and entertain NO
young matroD of society: DIR. Osburn
is a son of DR.. Howard Osburn, of Rip
pom, this county, and is a young and
enterprising physician, having been
practicing in Martinsburg for several
years. He is a graduate of the Univer-
sity of Maryland, at Baltimore, and
also of the Episcopal Eye and Ear Col
lege, of Washington, DR.. and Mrs.
Osburn left for Baltimore. from where
they will go to Old Point Comfort, Va. t.
to stay until April 20, on their honey
moon.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18
Republicans Select Delegates

Tue Republicans of Jefferson county
held mass convention at the Court
House; Wednesday afternoon, its Object
beng 10 select delegates 10 the varous
party convention to be held this summer
For the congressional Convention to be
held at Berkeley Springs Saturday, April
IS, these delegates We're chosen; w. H.
Bradley. r, r. Thompson. H. n. Bradley.
I. l.. Ieffords. F. o. Trump, c. S. mus.
ser, II. Z. Getzendanner, George H.
Child, Lloyd Walter, A. c. Morgan, Ir.
Chas. Snoden.
For the District Delegate Convention
to meet at Keyser, Tuesday, Nav 4. to
select two delegates to the National Con
vention at Chicago. Ill. June 7. Joseph
l.. Walper, R. H. Higglnbotham, G. H.
Child, H. E, MundeY, w. T. Elliott, T..
L. Jtffords, Geo. w. Glasscock, d. w.
Clendening, Rev. C, r. Wills, Charles
Snoden.
For she State Delegate Convention at
Wheeling, w. Va, May 4th. 1916. to select
four delegates and four alternates at
large to the National Republican Con-
at Chicago. Ill. June 7. C, J. Koonce,
Rev. Geo w. jenkins, T. L. Ieffords,
Geo. B. Goeiz VIM Baylor.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18
Death Of William Kahn.

The whole Community was greatly
shocked TO hear of the death last We'd
nesday morning of William Kahn. AL
though only Sc years old, Mr. Kahn had
been in business perhaps longer than
any other merchant now living in Charles
Town. He came here from Martinsburg
when "a young man and entered the
clothing business in 1882, and continu-
ed in business throughout the interven-
ing years at the same location in the
Sadler Block. His business life was
characterized by accuracy, punctuality
and industry. From the time of the or.
ganization of the Farmers & Merchants
Deposit Company. he has been one of
its directors. Mr. Kahn was a Master
Mason, having held his membership in
Malta Lodge number of years He was
native of Germany and he had pro-
nounced sympathies for his native land
in the great war now being waged in
central Europe. His wife who was
daughter of the late David We'll. of
Ma rtinsburg, survives him with one son.
Carl Kahn, of Baltimore, and two
Misses Hilda and Theresa at
home. The remains were taken to Bal
timore Friday for burial.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18
Knights TempIaT Easter Service.

Potomac Commandery. Knights Tenn
pIar, will hold its Easter Servicei Zion
Episcopal Church. Charles Town. Easter
Sunday evening. the hour to be announ-
ced later,
This is public religious service pre-
scribed aud adopted py the Grand En-
campment. Knights Templar of America
aud the public IS cordially invited to At
tend.
The sermon will be delivered by Rev
F. ]. Prettyman. D. D.. Chaplain OF the
U. S. Senate. and the music WI be I'M
der the direction of Prof. N. Irving Hyatt
of St. Hlda's assisted by mae cho
which he has trained for this service. The
members of the commandery sincerely
trust their friends will honor them by at
tendance
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18
Death Of ]. TraVGTS COlStOn.

The whole southwestern section of
the country was greatly shocked yester-
day when it was learned that j. Travers
Colston had taken his own life shortly
before noon by shooting himsel with
80 caliber revolver in an unoccupied
room at his home near Swimley station.
Mr.. Colston. who was son of Mr.
Randolph C. Colston, of that locality,
and was engaged in farming with his
brother, Mr.. R. & Colston, Jr.
So far as known, he had 20 business
or financial troubles, but his health
bad been delicate for some time past,
and that is thought to have preyed upon
his mind. although he is said never to
have intimated to any one that he con-
templated committing suicide. 1t is
thought he acted upon sudden impulse
Mr.. Colston was a young man of
splendid qualities and had host of
friends, who were shocked when told of
his tragic end. In addition to his father,
he leaves three brothers. Messrs. VIM.
Colston, of Summit Point, Dean Coils
lon. of Wincsester, and Randolph c.
Colston, Jr. at home.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18
Chiffon Announces Candidacy Before
A Large Gathering.

More than 5000 persons heard Senator
William Z Chiffon make his formal an
nouncement in Charleston Wednesday
evening that he would be candidate to
succeed himself ID the United States
senate. The occasion was the home com
ing celebration planned for the sen; tor by
his friends, but which was joined in by
Democrats from all over the state.
The celebration, which was held in the
Annoy, was preceded by parade in
which more than 1900 persons partici-
pated. In the procession were five bands
and mounted horsemen.
All the Democratic candidates for COVER
nor were present, but took no part in the
ceremony except to occupy places OH the
speakers stand. In addition there were
present Congressman Adam Littlepage
add state senators and representatives..
Letters of regret were read from Presi.
dent Wilson and Vice President Marsh.
all and more than two score of senators
and members of the cabinet,
The crowd which gathered 10 the Ar
mory was the largest that ever gathered
IN Kanawa county for any political event
which was held on the inside of build.
ing. Frequent applause interrupted the
senator's speech. which was devoted te
national issues and which dealt only with
the national administration. Senator Chill.
ton announced that he was candidate to
succeed himself and that he left it to the
voters whether he had served them well
or not during the five years in which he
| has been IN the senate.
A special train from Huntington car.
ried more than $50 persons and a band
to the city and the crowd participated in
the parade. All parts of the southern enc
of the state were represented and teleg
rams of regret were received from every
corner of the state.
Senator Chiffon was in Charleston
for the rem ajnder of the week, returning
Washington on Sunday.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18


Beautiful and impressive memorial
services were held bv the House OF
Representatives. on Sunday for the lat.
Congressman w. G.. Brown. Repre-
sentative Nicely presided as Speaker
pro TEN. A beautiful prayer was offered
by the Chaplain and speeches all testi.
flying, to the high personal regard ip
which Mr.. Brown held by all who knew
him and his worth as a member of the
House were made |y more than dozen
members. The Minority Leader,
James R, Mann was overcome by his
feelings as he told of his warm friend-
ship for .Mr. Brown and Congressman
Nicely, who spoke without manuscript,
made beautiful address. Congressman
LttlepAge spoke tenderly of the great
neart IN the departed and of their pr
soual relationship. and took the chair
while MAJOR Nicely spoke. Others who
spoke were Majority Leader Kltchin;
Representative Sutherland, of West Vir-
gna; Foster, of Illinois; Cullop, of 10
diana; Russell, of Missouri; HAYES, of
California; Hefllu, of Alabama Saun
ders, of Virginia; Gambler, of Mississippi
Byrnes. of South Carolina; and TAYLOR.
of Arkansas.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18
GoTeYilIe News.

Mr.. and Mrs. ]. w. Gonce. and son
William, left Friday, to spend some
time in Norfolk Va. and Spring View
Tenn.
Miss Nellie Ridgeway. of Camp Hill.
W. Va. has been visiting Ms. Charles
Ward
Mrs. Bessie Dosing, has returned
from a visit to Mrs. F. F. Watson, in
harrisburg.
Miss TexaDa Strobe, spent the week
end with her mother Mrs. William
yesterday.
MIR. Hobert Reed, o fBerke'ey Springs
has been visiting the family of ]. W.
Gore.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1916-04-18
ADyeRTisRDLETTERs,

List of learers remaining in the Postoffice at
Charles Town, Jefferson county, w. Va. on
Saturday. April IS, 1915. Persons calling for
same VIII be required TO pay one cent for
each letter:
Miss Elizabeth Smith, Miss Leaoner
Johnson, Mrs G. Bradford. Miss AdelIa
ASers, Feirand Barior. Jno. Tryman.
Howrrd Shrek, Ira Thomas, George
Wallinger, T. NJ Good, A. t. Townsend
K, N. Stafford. L. A McCaulley, Thomas
Il B. Hubbard, E. B. Harold, G. S. Couch.
Inc spoye etters, II not caiIed for within
fifteen days, will be sent to the dead letter
oif1ce. Persons calling for them win please
say that they ere advertised.
sc. YOUNG, P. NJ.