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Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
Again German Problem
COnfr0nts This Nation

of any position the Allies may assume
however, the administration is COM
mitted to a demand that Germany
shall pledge that her future subma
rine efforts shall conform to the es-
tablished international code.
The state department intends to ask
Great Britain concerning her alleged
secret order to vessels to take the
offensive against submarines which
Germany transmitted with her new
decree.
Germany, though displeased over
the delay in Lsuitania negotiations, is
not believed likely to withdraw her
last terms. These are said to be sat-
isfactory to this government, aside
from the fact that assurances for the
future are desired simultaneously. The
state department heads believe Bern
storff was not authorized to suggest
postponement of the unwarned attack
decree, but that in so doing he was
prompted by a desire for an immedi-
ate settlement of the Lusitania case.
Senator Sterling, who introduced the
resolution several days ago, followed
Senator Lodge.
Denouncing the Teuton decree as a
reversion to the ideas of the Dark
Ages, and as creating situation
which constitutes "our gravest inter-
national crisis" Sterling declared:
"Let another sea horror occur, in
which Americans are involved, and
the administration and the world will
know that there is real America, not
supine, not apathctic and hesitating,
but strong and militant"
Referring to the Lusitania case,
Sterling said that the administration
at first appeared bold and uncom-
promising in behalf of great prin-
ciple, but in the end yielded the sub
stance for the word.
"The vice in the state departments
suggestion that the Allies disarm mer-
chantmen," said Sterling, "lies in the
idea that because the deadly subma-
rine is not strong on defense itself,
we must make merchantmen helpless
against it."
Sterling urged issuance of a very
strong protest to Germany against her
new plans.
Following Lodge and Sterling, Sen
ator Thomas read into the records re-
cent reports that the administration
intends no approval of the decree, as
the two previous speakers suggested
He charged that the Republican at
tacks were for political effect and
were not based on facts or sincere
desire to better tn ediplomatic rela-
tions of the nation.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19

and we hope to make it the
best. Sunday school at 945, Public
worship, II. The subject of the ser
mon by the evangelist, V. H. Brink,
will be, "Come Unto Me-" The pastor
will sing at this and other services of
the day. At p. m. will be held a
special meeting for men only. The
evangelist will use as his theme
"Christ, the Great Merchant" All
men of the city, regardless of church
affiliation, and those not affiliated
with any church, are urged to- attend
The Brawley Male Quartet will be
present and sing. Epworth League at
6:15. Evangelistic service, the last
of the series, 1880; subject, "The Voy-
age of Life" This will be the last
message of the evangelist. Don't miss
lit. You are welcome to any or all
of the services of the church.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
Greatest Cantaloupe
Crop Is Expected

AS affairs are now running, the
cantsloupe crop around Brawley, He
ber and FL Centre this year promises
to be the biggest and earliest yet pro-
duced. Perfect weather still prevails,
and the plants are making a splendid
growth. OF course it is yet possible
for them to be set back, but each
day Of pleasant weather gives much
encouragement.
Not only will the crop be a great
one from present indications, but the
market conditions are expected to be
of the best, the abundance of money
in the East insuring many consumers.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19

Washington, Feb. 19.-Again Amer
lea and Germany and Austria stand at
the parting of the ways, and day
may bring forth the break long
feared. Laying down the proposal
that they will destroy armed mer-
chantmen without warning, the pres
ident has given the Teuton nations to
know that this violation of what has
been universally accepted as interna-
tional law cannot he tolerated.
The issue now is being taken up by
both houses of Congress, and stirring
speeches are being made denouncing
the announced purpose of the Teutons
as a threat of piracy.
The spirit of conciliation seems to
have departed from the national cap
ital, and this adds to the danger of
the moment.
With the submarine warfare nego-
tiations between the state department
and German Ambassador Won Berns-
torff at temporary standstill, the
cabinet and Senate debated the future
course Of this government.
Non-partisan congressional support
was promised for the administration
stand against the decree by Austria
and Germany announcing their inten-
ton to attack armed merchantmen
without waring. The cabinet was ex-
pected to consider whether to protest
formally against the German and Aus
trian pronouncements, though it was
believed the government would decide
to await actual developments before
making such a move.
The delay of the Allies in advising
the administration as to their course
toward the DEGREES is hampering the
state department negotiations with
Berlin. Though British Ambassador
Sir Cecil Spring-Rice promised joint
allied note on the subject, this not
not been Forthcoming. Independent
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
BEEKEEPERS MEET
TO DISCUSS PROBLEMS

Beekeepers from all parts of the
valley are in session this afternoon at
the warehouse of ]. w. George to dis
cuss the question of the supervisors
filling the position of bee inspector,
which has been vacant for several
months.
1t is believed the meeting will re-
suit in steps being taken to give addi-
tional protection the industry. AS this
is the greatest honey producing county
in the country, it is considered of great
importance that this be done.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19

Club Dance-Especially attractive
entertainment was a feature of the
dance given Friday evening by the
Woman's Ten Thousand Club. A min
uet with the dancers appropriately
dressed in colonial costume was pre-
sented by Misses anet McRae, Mar
garet Hill, Stella McKim, Peggy Lien,
Market Wachtel, Lola McKim, Evelyn
Boman and Lola Baker. Mr.. and Mrs.
Morgan Smith danced the Russian
Majurka and Charlie Chaplin dances.
The hostesses for the occasion were
Mesdames c. E. Paris, S. w. Dun
away, w. S. Fawcett, Isabella Her.
mon, c. N. Perry, H. L.. Barker, C. E.
Sprouse, r. B. Moore, S. j. Mont
gomery, T. A. Iasigi, J. F. Seymour
and j. X. Hermon.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
BUSINESS CONGESTION
RECALLS OLD TIMES

A hint of the business revival that
recalls old times developed in the
Press job department yesterday, when,
with 35 jobs, many of them large or
ders, awaiting their turn on the
presses, it was found necessary for a
few days to decline further orders for
rush work.
In this department, this month is
breaking the record for two years.
Many business houses are bearing
testimony to the same condition of at
fairs.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
REALTY TRANSFERS
Reported daily by the Peoples Alb
stract and Title Company:

George H. Zeigler to Imperial Val
ley Improvement Company, part OF
east 32O acres of tract 106, 1914 that
lies north of north line of north 80
acres of south 100 acres of said tract
1O6.
Ell Centre Land Company to George
Tyler, lots II and IL, block 47B, Ell
Centre.
Title Insurance and Trust Company
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19

to w. T. Dunn, lot IL, block Is, Cali
patria.
Gustia S. Berry ct al. to S. A. Arm
strong ct al, lots 8 and 4, blocks 27
Calipatria.
Walter L. Hawk ct ux. to L. C.
Hawk ct al, east rs acres of tract
55, 17-16.
Lawrence G. Worley to Naydee
Worley, all interest in lot "a, section
32, and lot 23, section SO, 1915.
Same to same, undivided one-half
interest in lot l, section 5 and all
lot 3, section4 1915 excepting that
part of said lot lying north of and
adjacent tract 80, said township and
range, S1.07 acres.
J. j. Collins to w. E. Cox, lot 3,
block 27, Holtville.
W. E. Cox to A. L. Burke, same prop
erty.
Carlos F. Mansur to P. A. Robinson,
w n of SW a of section 5, 1913.
James L. Cayne ct ux. to Hannah H.
Goodman, all of tract III, 14-15 en-
bracing lot 81, section 7, and lot so,
section 6, 14-15, and all other lands
owned by first parties in Imperial
county.
Ethel j. Cayce to Hannah H. Good
man, all those parts of tract 73, 14-14
embracing lots 23 of section 6; 8, 8, 21,
22, of section Z; q and 20, section L;
1, 9, 10, 21, % and E Y NE a and
NE a Sc a of section IL, 14-14; also
all other lands in Imperial county
owned by first party.
S. A. Armstrong ct ux. to Gustia S.
Berry, N u lot 4, De Blois subdivision
of block 43, Brawley.
Frank George ct ux. to Daisy G.
Carey, SW a Sc u and Sc a SW 4
of section 23, 1915.
May B. Sawyer ct al. to Carrie Mae
Mickey, lots and 8 of subdivision of
block II, Ell Centre addition No. 1.
Carrie May Mickey ct al. to May B.
Sawyer, lot 5, block SO of Jones In
vestment Company subdivision of Ell
Centro Addition No. l.
Patents.
U. S. A. to Eddy H. Mauzy, lot 20
and SW a Sc 4 of section 10, and
lots 2, 3, and 7 of section Is, and
lot 8 of section 16, 17-16, 1924
acrese.
U. S. A. to Anna L. Week, SW a
NE fl section "a, 1918, 40 acres.
U. S. A. to Noah Williams, Jr.,
tract 60, 15-14, 100 acres.
U. S. A. to Dennis E. Kight, lots
Is, II and 25, and Sc a Sc a of
section II and lot 6 of section Is
and lots 1 and 3 section ID, 14-15,
1907 acres.
U. S. A. to Phranda A. Robinson, w
R SW "a of section 5, 1913, 80 acres.
U. S. A. to Adelaide r. Wade, lots
26 27, 81 and 36, and NV 4 Sc u
and E " SW a of section 3, and lots
2 and and NE a NV a of section
10, 1915, 1886 acres.
u. S. A. to Henrietta A. Wade De-
cotO. LOT o. and ME- ii SE N of cac+;on
8 and lots 26, 27, % and NV a of
Sc a and N V of section 2, 1915,
32O acres.
u. S. A. to Walter L. Richardson,
w " SW a of section 2 and lots 8,
10, II and NE 4 Sc a of section 8,
1914, 1862 acres.
U. S. A. to Joseph Carrick, SW a
.of section d, 1915, 100 acres.
U. S. A. to Harry M. Mccall, lot /,
section 20. 1912 15S6 acres
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
Ry Charles Edward Russell

BY ChafleS EDWARD RuSSel
About the only choice nation has
in these days is to get a big army
of hired men, get a big citizen army
or stand the risk of being smashed
up.
The Swiss and the Australians
chose to have the citizen army in the
name of democracy, with the result
that their youth when they arrived
at manhood are athletic, robust, sup
pie, trained to wholesome outdoor ex-
ercises, familiar with their duties in
defense of their country and expert
thereon.
! We can have in the United States
all the great benefits of the Swiss and
Australian systems if Cosgress will
pass the bill introduced by Senator
Chamberlain of Oregon, and known as
Senate Bill 1895.
All able-bodied male Americans, ex-
cept those exempted, under certain
conditions, because of religious creed,
are made by this bill subject to mill
tary training from their twelfth year
Ito their twenty-fourth. Then, with
out further training, they become
members of the citizen army reserves.
A normal, average American boy
would then go through these expert
ences:
At the age of IL he would become
automatically a member of the citi-
zens' cadet corps, in which he would
continue six years, passing through
three divisions.
From IL to IA, in the first division,
he would be trained in callsthenics,
physical development and military ex-
ercises without arms, for at least 90
hours a year, at MS school or in an
organization like the boy scouts.
At IA, his second division training
would include the rifle and target in
galleries, again not less than 80 hours
Ia year.
At 16 he would enter the third di-
vision, and have, in addition to 90
hours other drilling, ten whole days
in camp with field exercises and tar
get practice.
In these two divisions he would
have a uniform.
At 18 he would become a member
of the citizen army, and every year
for six years would have not less than
120 hours of drilling, of which at
least ten whole days must be in camp.
At "a he would become a member
of the citizen reserves.
If he preferred at the beginning to
enter the navy, that would be ar
ranged, training on shipboard being
substituted for the camps.
The bill provides that youth who do
not take the required training shall
be liable to fines and Imprisonment
and employers are stringently forbid
den to interfere with or hamper the
training of their employees.
Persons of bad moral character are
excluded and Intoxicating liquor is
'rigidly ruled out.
The citizen army and navy do not
take the places Of the regular army
and navy, but are to be added to the
regular forces in time of war. The
president can mobilize the citizen army
and navy, when they pass at once into
the regular service. When they are
training they receive no pay; when in
regular service they get the pay of
regulars.
Every congressional district is made
training district in charge of an of
ficer of the regular army, and from
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
Standing of Candidates
February 16, 1915

Candidate No. a was in the lead at
the first counting of votes last night.
Some of you are very close to his
number. By a little exertion you
may be first at the next count. Come
and see us and get new ideas of how
to increase your votes. Watch for our
Special Sales. We are having one to-
morrow. Come in and see about it.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
AT THE CHURCHES
Christina Church.

Bible school, 10 a. m. An hour of
interest and profit for young and
old. Preaching by the pastor, Rev.
w. G. Conley, II; subject, "The Royal
Law" Mrs. Nettie M. Hayden of Los
Angeles will sing; solo by Mrs. Phil
D. Swing. Christian Endeavor, $50;
subject, "The Bible in Life" Preach
ing by the pastor, 1880; subject, "Steps
to the Throne of Grace" Pipe organ
numbers by Professor Todd. All are
cordially invited, especially stran-
gers.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
First Baptist Church.

The church will hold all its regular
Sunday services, with the pastor, Wal
ter S. Reed, preaching both morning
and evening. For the morning sub
ject he will take, "Forward-God's s
Command to His Church. A gospel
sermon will be preached at the even
ing hour. Morning worship, II a. nj.
Sunday school, 9:45 a. m. Young
Peoples meeting $50 p. m. Evening
service of song and sermon, 1880 p. m.
Mr.. Thomas will sing at the evening
service. A cordial welcome awaits
YOU.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1916-02-19
Presbyterian Church.

Morning Bible school at 10; ID. r..
Crawford, superintendent. No better
time to begin the study of Gods word.
Morning divine service at II; sermon
by the pastor, Rev. Thos. E. Steven
son; his subject will be, "The Secret
Place" Junior Christian Endeavor at
3; Miss Brookfield, superintendent. Y.
P. S. C. E. at $50; "How to Put the
Bible Into Life" is the very interesting
topic at this service. Come with your
Bible. Evening popular service at
1880; sermon by the pastor; topic,
"When God Laughs" Maybe you never
knew that God does laugh? Come
and find out. A welcome to every
one, but especially to the person with
out a church home. Special music at
these services.
First Methodist Episcopal Church.
Sixth and Commercial streets; H. B
Clark, pastor. All services will agar
be transferred from the church to the
old Varney building on Main street
This will be the last day of the reviva
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-29

were attended by Miss Edith Gran dall and Courtland Crandall MT. and Mrs. Davison will reside in Lincoln avenue, Pawcatuck
 Director George Webb, in behalf of Governor Beeckman, has communi- cated with President William Culley, asking that Westerly participate in the preparedness parade to be held in Providence next Saturday.
 Budlong and Hancock posts will unite in the observance of Memorial Day. The program will be along the same lines as heretofore, a parade, wis., itation to the cemeteries, to be fol- lowed in the evening with Memorial Day exercises in the town hall
 The members of Budlong and Han cock posts. Grand Army of the Re- public, the members of the Woman's Relief Corps, and of Brucker Camp. United Spanish War Veterans, attend ed service in the Broad Street Chris tian church, Sunday, the pastor, Rev. John G. Dutton, delivering a patriotic sermon. The Young Peoples society rendered a special musical program.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-29

interesting concert was presented by members of the lodge. Later refresh ments were served, after which danc- ing was enjoyed.
 The program consisted of the fol- lowing selections, Opening chorus, Day I'll Wander Back Again, Albert Hilton; quartet, Way Down in Geor- gia, Messrs. Lever. Hilton, J. and A. Peterson; song, Why Did You Make Me Care, George Ingles; songs. Found You Among The Roses, and A Ride in a Jitney for Mine, Andrew Peterson; song, The Girl Who Wears a Red Cross on Her Sleeve, James Greenhalge; stump speech, William H. Ridings; double quartette, Massa's in the Cold, Cold Ground, Livingstone double quartette; song, The Old Rus closing chorus, Back Home in Ten nessee.
 Briefs and Personals.
 Those who attended the Knights of Columbus meeting at New Haven on Sunday included Rev. William A. Keefe
 John Highan of Fali River. Mass, is visiting his daughters. Mrs. John Krauss, and Mrs. James Marr.
 MT. Rail returned to his home here Sunday after spending some time at the Backus hospital.
 MT. and Mrs. Guert1n returned to P1ainfeld Saturday after their honey moon trip.
 Mrs Arthur Burton is visiting her parents, MT. and Mrs. Thomas Mars land.
 MT. and Mrs. John Taylor and their daughter Bessie are spending few days with friends <at Newmarket, N.
 Charles Douglas, who formerly con ducted a livery stable where the Law ton mill office now stands and is now successful business man at Reho- both, Mass, has been visiting Plain field and also PackervilIe friends.
 Fred Lafrienier and Miss Corinne Lafrenier visited relatives in Webster, Mass, over the weekend.
 Mir. and Mrs. Matthias Lavigne and Mrs. Adolphus Lavigne are visiting at New Haven.
 A recruiting officer of the U. S. navy was in Plainfield Saturday distributing circulars and bulletins describing life in and advantages of the navy. Valmore Guertin, Henry Roberts, Waiter Clark, Joseph Rail and Frank l Vandale took part In the militia pa- rade at Danielson Sunday.
 Eugene Sherry, Phillip Smith and
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-29
Local Laconica,

Miss Helen Crandall, of Peace Dale. is the guest of Miss Alice D. Ken nedy, of Newton avenue.
 The annual fair of the Alert Hook and Ladder company came to a suc- cessful close Saturday night.
 Mrs. Howard Greene, of Aslaaway, is seriously i'll with appendicitis, and cannot removed to a hospital.
 Chief Tom Brown. shot three more foxes Sunday morning. His title of champion is undisputed among fox hunters in South county.
 Robert c. Green died May 10 in Honolulu. He was twin brother of George R. Green of Moss street. Paw catuck, and was 79 years of age.
 Clifford Holdsworth, Gilbert Smith and John A. Pawson, connected with the Bradford Dyeing association, are in Maine camp on a brief vacation. Papers pertaining to rally day were presented at the Pawcatuck Seventh Day Baptist church, Saturday, by Ed gar F. Marson, Edwin Whitford and Mrs. Frank LangWorthy.
 The annual Inspection and parade of the Westerly Fire department will be held next Saturday, the inspection of houses and apparatus in the morn ing and the parade fn the afternoon.
 Charles IT. Davfson and Miss Grace Crandall were married Thursday ev- ening at Grace Methodist church par sonage by Rev. E T. Curry. They
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-29

 CTS are arriving in-+own, and are met, by farmers from surrounding towns with all sizes and shaped conveyances. Misses Stella Brown, Irene Roy, Ethel Brown and Reni1d Hines motor ed to Worcester Sunday.
 Kicked by Horse.
 Charles O'Neil met with a painful accident Friday afternoon while at his work pioughing a piece of land. MT. O'Neil was fixing the traces, when the horse kicked him in the face knocking him to the ground.
 A number from here attended the fair in Willimantic Saturday night.
 Holiday for Mill EmpIoyes.
 The Baltic Mills company and the Shetucket Worsted Mills will close their places this evening (Monday) and will resume operations after ob- serving Memorial Day.
 Mir. and Mrs. Francis Kelley are spending few days with relatives in Pawtucket.
 Mrs. Ralph Ditson and son John S4 Blackstone, Mass, are guests of Mir. and Mrs. Charles F. Charon.
 Mrs. V. P. A. Quinn and daughters Maureen and Genevieve, are visiting Mrs. Quinn's mother, Mrs. Arthur Roy of High street.
Norwich bulletin., 1916-05-29

Alec Beauregard were in Hopeville on a fishing trip Saturday.
 Bartello's Def to 5itsood.
 The Great BarteIlo has a poster in front of the Lily theatre challenging Elmer Bitgood and the Plainfield peo- pie may now expect a treat.
 Mrs. Josephine Green is visiting her sister, Mrs. Susan GiIkerson in Vol untown.
 Catholic Parish Interests.
 Rev. Father Keefe spoke on Fre- quent Communion at the masses Sum- day. Father Keefe announced that the class preparing for holy commun- ion would receive the Holy Eucharist June Il, Pentecost Sunday, instead of June IS. Trinity Sunday. This Sunday will also be the communion Sunday ] of the school children. Mass on Ascension Thursday, a Holy day, will be at and o'clock.
 Mass will be read at o'clock Fri day morning, the first Friday of the month, and communion at T o'clock Devotions will be held in the even ing at 7.30.
 Bishop Milan urges the faithful to make the novena of the Holy Ghost which commences next Saturday. Glasses in catechism will be held Friday and Saturday afternoons. Colonial orchestra, BiJou, Jewett City, Monday night-adv.
 At the Episcopal Church.
 Lay Reader Sidney Bard of1ciated at the morning services at St. Paul's and Rev. J. H. George, Jr., conducted the evening services.