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Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18

And then they talk about Germany
getting lickedl Them fellers wouldn't
give up till the last garbage can is
empty"
"Well, say" Birsky began, "the way
them zeppelins is nowadays, I'd a
whole lot sooner be in Germany as
living in England, where if a feller
goes to bed at night in his own home,
y'understand, he don't know whether
he's going to wake up in improved
property or vacant lots"
"They are used to that from woman
suffrage times yet" Zapp said. "And,
besides, the English War Office sta
tistics shows that, so far, 10 times
more people got hit by motorbuses
last year as by Zeppelins."
"Sure, know" Birsky said; "but
while the English War Office is MAX
ing statistics, y'understand, the Ger
man War Office Is making Zeppelins,
and maybe by next year the Germans
would got so many more Zeppelins,
as the English got statistics that liv-
ing in England will be something
which you could really call danger
Gus, Zapp."
"Yot0 dangerous" Zapp retorted.
"Them Zeppelin felIers that throw the
bombs amt aiming at nothing but
ammunition factories"
"Maybe they amt Zapp," Birsky
agreed; "but according to the descrip-
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
FARMER SMITHS FROG BOOK
Or. Bull Frogs Telephone

Il have been reading a book" began
Wfllls Tree Toad one afternoon as he and
Billy Bull Frog were seated under tree,
and the book says that the men who In
ventsd electricity used to use the legs OF
4 frog"
ssWsIl," answered Billy. what about It p
ssWhy," replied Willie, 1--WE have cleo
triclty In our legs"
u guess that must be what makes the
jumps" said Billy. Then they both
laughed.
i guess know lot about electricity
a. a II you win come with me we viii play
1 loke on Doctor Bull Frog-We win make
As telephone bell ring"
-erhat would be great fun" said Billy.
sCome. let's do IL"
Ehsy both scampered away as fast as
theg could and soon were at the good
d1etarss bungalow, Willie hoped on the
roaf ana tnld Billy 70 follow. but. Of
course, he couldn't because he had no
slicksrs on his feet like Tree Toad.
when Willie got on the roof he did a
V4fs funny thing. de climbed down where
tha falephone wires entered Doctor Bun
Fraas bungalow ana stood with one foot
- zaeh uire. Pretty soon the telephone
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18

mobil neartire or tireola, which is alb
solutely impossible to tell from a
regular $50 list price tire by any test
that German professor knows about
ranging all the way from putting
the neartire or tireola under an out
side pressure of 80 foot tons to the
square millimetre and the regular tire
under the same also, down to taking
a photograph of the tireola and the
regular tire side by side and making
a crayon enlargement 10 times life
size"
"But why didn't they test it by put
ting it on the wheel of taxicab and
running it couple of miles or so to
see if it would bust oder not?" Birsky
asked.
"What do you mean-to see if it
would bust oder not?" Zapp expostu-
lated. "I'm surprised to hear you you
should talk that way, Birsky. That's
test for chauffeur to make, not
German professor. On the other hand,
Birsky, there is German professors,
including professors of every business
in the business directory from arti-
fetal flowers, feathers, and millinery
ornaments down to zinc, which all
they need is ton of coal tar and an
adding machine, y'understand, and
they could hand you out anything
from a spool of thread to a regular
full-course 50-cent chicken dinner.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
Our Postoffce Box

What do you think? Uncle Billie Haf'
ner has Joined the Rainbow Club he
the great big genial traffic policeman ~
watches over the little children who w
in the neighborhood OF Broad ana =
lumbia avenue. The Sydenham ssis-
Rainbows are responsible for thls
tinguished member. The little girls N =.
branch circle are Anna Naulty, secreLz1
Emma Schmidt, Gertrude Gallagher -
Gallagher, Marion Musser, Minnie -
leger. Evelyn Lear and Mary Ablonal
Dorothy Haines, North 9Th street = 7
years old and wants TO know II she
old TO Join. Dorothy, Dorothy, 40 -
know that We have nearly as many &. x
year-old members as we have o-yeai -
SO you see you are just happy mea.s mas
William Brockerman, North 2zd ~ 49, -.
button was dispatched TO you poss h h
and we hope that by this tims
proudly decorating the lapel Of your 80
Harry Becker, North Percy street =,
that he would like to have the fos.ss' foss.s
Box at his home. Just what DO yoe =
Harry? Barry McGuigan's hainpoas N
South 23d street, are making
strides. Barry's cousin, George bAlY' :.
Pacific avenue, Atlantic City ~
ganized a branch club in his neisAsa sa
hood. These young men Suggest 80 4
branch clubs send In a monthly Lsps.slss|
an their activities. This Is very glses {.
plan, as II win enable each avs -.
measure up the other diVislohs 49,
plishments, it would please your ~
Immensely that the various seel...s =.
Of various branches give heed to tnll =
gestion-
Ned Peuning. Torresdale, wants, -
editor 20 write about alllgators. ieh -
daddy of yours, Neddle, 10 keep
biz eve on the Goodnight Isis-' -
pretty soon his Ned is going = ass..z
acIub news" ali 10 himself AZ AZ -
south 4th street, makes points ~
about our health; we give iat9.1 E =
ply, ana venture 70 hope that Ao- +
sell herself
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18

bell rang and Doctor Bull Frog answered
II.
NO! I didn't call" they heard him
saying,
Willie came down after that and said
You see, my feet are wet and when put
one foot on each wire II is just the same
as taking the receiver on the hook and II
shows little light In the central office
and the telephone girl at once rings up
TO ask what is wanted"
What a wonder you are !" exclaimed
Billy. Let's try It on mother"
And they did. much TO Mrs. Bull Frogs
amazement
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
The Lame NewsbOy

By VICTOR LESHER. Pennsgroye ST.
A small boy with the EVENING LEDGER
under his arm came limping up to the big
automobile.
Paper, mister?" he piped.
The old gentleman bought one of the
boys papers and handing the boy a half
dollar stepped into the car.
Dazed by this sudden good fortune the
boy forgot about the automobile till IL
was whirled out OF sight. The boy then
realized that the man was one OF the
rich men OF the city
That night In a fashionable house on
Chestnut street the old gentleman sat at
the table.
Great was the gentlemaH's surprise
10 see the lame neWsboy enter the door
Mister, here's 4s cents / owe you"
said tha boy. walking forward at once
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
HONOR ROLL CONTEST

The following children won money
prizes for submitting the best answers
60 Things 20 Know and Do" for the
week ending March I1i
Madeline CuneO, Salter street, 81.
DEAN Clark, North Broad street. SO
cents.
Mary Neary, Coral street. rs cents.
Alice Weed, South 6Sth street. 80
cents.
Arthur smith, North 18th street, 2S
cents.
George PsdaHO. ohristisa street. sS
cents.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18

But When Zapp Says That Business
Men in England and France Have
to Take the Risks of War Along
With the Advantages, Birsky Ex-
citedly Cries, "A Rear End Brake
man on the New Haven Railroad
Has Got Also the Same Advan-
tages. Evidently You Think It a
Pleasure to French Business Man
He Should Get Verplatztl"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
Pin Money News
a you see the boy? Yes. 1 can sec

the DOy1 ny
does the boy
smile? He has re-
ceIvsd ssyenty-six
(78) cents. What
did the boy do to
get the 10 centsT
He Joined the
PIN NJ o \ Il n
SQUAD Of FARM
E X 5 NJ 1 4 III =
IL A / n II o w
CLUB. Did he
earn the money
easily? He did.
II you would like
TO earn some mon
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18

SALLYS DRESS-Teachr-Now children, told yesterday m
materials which dresses mads wool and cotton
Catherine where did the goods for
the back sheep Teacher
yours Jane? JanePart of the back
sheep kworm TeacherVery good! ana
yours Sally? Sally with red faMine, mine from an
once ma
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
Things to Know and Do

1. Describe the best time you ever had
in your life.
2. Go 70 the window and draw a picture
OF the first thing you see. (Black INK On
white paper).
.. Who was Lafaystts9
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18

70 the old man. he placed the money In
his hand and walked out OF the room.
Although the boy received no reward.
he showed the old man that there Eers
honest As wen As dishonest boys
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
FARMER SMITH.

FAILMEIt DNII H.
EVENING LEDGER:
I wish TO become a member OF your
Rainbow Club. Please send me a beau
tifuI Rainbow Button free l agree
10 DO A LITTLE KINDNESS EACH
AND EVERY DAY - SPREAD A
LITTLE SUNSHINE ALL ALONG
THE WAY.
Name ....''..s'...''.'-'
Address -.....s.............
Age .........-s'ss'''.
School attend ...................
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18

AN ACCIDENT-hy Johnny said Johnnys mother, "yOuve got
lump fighting again "Fghtn," answered
Johnny accident" acciden excatu
sitting Dennis McGraw and f
to hold his feet"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
So Says Birsky in Com
menting Upon Yep
pelins in the Course
Of a Dissertation on
German Efficiency

Zapp Wakes Enthusiastic Over
the Marvellous Discoveries of
the German Scientists Who
Concoct Mattress Bread" as
Good as Wheat - "T h e Y
Wouldn't Give Up Till the
Last Garbage G an Is
Empty" He Concludes
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
The Weather
Pussywillows
Peekine
Out o the Snow
SATURDAY EVENING SMILES

SCENCEWhy doesn't lightning strike twice in the place
asked the the natural philosophy class Hun
the boy at needs to-"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18
For Farmer Smith

For Farmer Smith
BY Catherine Murray, DanYille. Pa.
Plenty of love and plenty of kisses,
Lots OF regards from all little misses;
AS for the boys, well,
/ guess they viii send
Three rousing cheers for their very bes
friend
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1916-03-18

ey easily, write TO
Farmer smith. ChiIdrsn's Editor, the
Evening Ledger.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13
Mischievous Boys Kill
Tame Gray Squirrels

People at the Augusta General nos
pital, as well as the residents OF East
Chestnut and Arsenal streets adJoin-
ing that institution are indignant at
the shooting Saturday Of two OF the
gray SQUIRRELS which have for the past
few years frequented the hospital
grounds. The squirrels were very tame.
as everyone made pets Of them, ana
this fact enabled the boys, who were
about ~ years old and armed with air
rifles, to approach close to them be-
fore shooting, and thus made their
shots more deadly. Just why the boys
should want to kill these tame squir-
rels. for they must have known the
animals to be tame. is not known. but
they must have been imbuded with a
spirit of pure cussedness and an in
sane desire to kill something
1t is not known if or not anything
will be done in the matter, but those
boys, as we'll as their parents should
be made to knew that there is a law
which protects gray squirrels, which
law is Chapter 277 of the Public Laws
of 1915. This law PROVIDES for an annu-
al closed season on gray squirrels,
during which closed season 1t shall be
unlawful to shoot at, kill or have them
in possession, except alive, from the
first day of November Of each year
until the 30th Gay of September of the
following year. both days inclusive.
The part of the law which touches
directly on the case of the hospital
squirrels reads as follows: provided
however. that there shall be perpet-
uai closed season on gray squirrels
within all public or private parks and
within the limits of the compact. or
built-up portion of any city or village"
The law provides as a penalty that
whoever shall shoot at or kill or have
in possession any gray squirrel in vio-
lation of any of the provisions Of this
i section shall pay fine Of not more
than S. and costs for each offense."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13
Bankruptcy Matters

A first meeting Of creditors was held
at 10 O'Clock Saturday morning at the
Office of the referee in bankruptcy for
Kennebec county in the case of Ralph K.
Sayward Of Monmouth. in which no as
sets we're found. no trustee was appoint
ed and no further meetings in the case
will be held until ordered by the court.
This case has been pending before the
bankruptcy court since November, 1915.
The following petition was received Sat
urday afternoon at the Office of the ref
cree: Robert O'Connor of Benton, engi-
neer. Petition filed Nov. 9, adjudicated
Nov. II. Liabilities se42.4s, assets s135 all
Of which amount is claimed to be exempt.
No. deposit. Bankrupt is ordered in be-
fore the referee for examination Friday,
Nov. II.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13
More New Coins

The comparatively few Augusta people
who have as yet had the opportunity of
enjoying the beauty of the new dimes re-
Gently issued will be interested to know
that new quarters" and ''halves" are
now in the process Of minting.
The new quarters and half dollars will
be put In circulation for use during the
Christmas holidays. That is the present
expectation of the mint bureau Of the
treasury department.
The quarters are now in process of
minting, and will probably be first to ap-
pear. The dies for the half dollar have
been made, and the minting of the new
coins will proceed as soon as the other
obligations of the mint permit 1t Is diff
fcult to keep up with current demands
of the mint, without seeking to work
ahead for future stock of coin.
The new dimes. with the monogram Of
the artist, will probably remain in circu-
lation without alteration. There is a
practical accord in the official world that
a designer is entitled to this little record
Of his part in making the coin d the
nation.
The coins in current use all bear one
or more initials, designating the identity
of the designer. The gold coins of 1871
were the first to give this recognition to
the designer. There have been instances
when minting Of coins was stopped be-
cause Of some excessive presentation Of
initiating.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13

cal treatment. I have not had any
pain for several months and am able 10
do my own housework. I am nearly
seventy-six years of age.
Mrs. Geo. Canaan.
Anyone who wishes to verify these
statements may easily do 50 by call
ing at Prof. Caldwell's ONCE Tor 1uil
particulars. He cures not only con-
sumption in its first stages. Out
other chronic diseases.
These fearful Nervous Diseases or
men and women. no matter from
what cause arising. Paralysis. Head
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ralRia, Sciatica and Rheumatism.
Diseases Of the Liver. Kidneys
and Bladder. Male Troubles, Weak
ness (no matter what cause).
Diseases of reconsideration.
Disbursements, Falling Of the Womb.
Profuse, Painful or Suppressed Men
situation.
Women who are racked with pain
in the pelvis. side. back or head. or
suffering from nervousness and
many troubles peculiar to their sex,
can find speedy relief and permanent
cure. Years Of suffering and severe
operations may be avoided by using
his new treatment. Hours to IL
A. NJ, 2 to 4 and to P. M. except
Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays at
43 Grove street, Augusta Consultation
free and strictly confidential.
nov1o-13
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13
OPERA HOUSE.
Today and Tuesday Vivian Martin in
"Her Fathers Son." Last EP1sooe
"Gloria's Romance" with e'iie
Burke, Paramount News PICTURES
and Others.

This is one Of those Civil War stories
in which Miss Martin figures as rela-
tive of a wealthy Southerner, who
comes to him as a boy instead OF a
girl. because he had frequently ex-
pressed the desire of having boy
heir. his only child being q daughter.
Would you think that Vivian Martin
could dress as boy and fool you? She
fooled her uncle in "Her Fathers
Son." but she startled him by her felni-
nine inclinations. How do you figure
out that Vivian Martin could be Her
Fathers Son.? She gets away with 1t.
See the Morosco-P Paramount produc-
tion of before the war times at the
Opera House.
Come and see the last episode Of
"Gloria's Romance featuring Billie
Burke, this last chapter is called
Reward" Satisfied audiences
have been the rule at this theatre
where "Gloria's Romance" has been
shown. It's dainty star, its superb
stage settings. its gorgeous costuming.
its interest compelling story have
made this twenty chapter feature truly
a production extraordinary.
The Paramount News Pictures, and
others. Wednesday and Thursday,
the World Series Baseball pictures.
and the first episode Of 1.-THE Shielding
Shadow. ADV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13

Very few people realize the amount
Of automobile travel which goes on
over the road leading from this city
to Winthrop every Sunday, but one
family recently made it quite evident
that the travel is heavy, to say the
least. They arranged for some one to
be on the watch all day long for cars
going both ways, and supplied the
watcher with a pencil and pad to
check off the passing automobiles, TAX
ing turns during the day as work made
it necessary for one to leave for a
time. Between 8 A. M. and p. NJ. over
420 passed the house, and it was not a
particularly good day for pleasure rid
ing either. And it is said that the av-
erage speed Of all the cars that went
by the house would have been close
to IS miles an hour. as the fine road
is proving great temptation to
drivers. both leaving and coming into
town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13
new AUTO FIRE
TRUCK ARRIVES IN
THE CITY SUNDAY
Leaves Lawrence, Mass, Satur-
day and Stops over Night at
Portland-1s the Latest Thing
in the Line of Motor Fire
Trucks and Looks Like a Pow
erful Machine-Will Be Given
Tryout Today

The long-looked-for automobile fire
truck has arrived. 1t was driven from
Portland to this city on Sunday by Earl
w. Hadlock Of Boston, the White COM
pany's demonstrator, and will be given a
trial workout today. The truck is what
is known as the White-Kress. a 4A-ton
truck equipped with a pump. 200 feet OF
fire hose Of the standard size used on
hydrants, a 40-gallon chemical tank and
200 feet of hose to be used in connection
with it, carries ladders and extra pony
chemicals and when fully equipped can
make 30 miles an hour under favorable
conditions. 1t has a big siren whistle
which can be heard for a long distance
and is also furnished with heavy brass
bell for warning purposes.
1t is electrically equipped throughout as
to lighting and elf-starting apparatus,
has a large searchlight on the radiator
and the engine develops considerably more
than the 60-horsepower with which 1t IS
credited. The rear wheels are dual ana
the tires are 37X7 pneumatics, the BODY
of the truck is finished in red paint ana
brass, and the Augusta Fire Depart
ment" on the hood is done in gilt. making
in all very attractive and effective look
ing piece of fire-fighting machinery.
1t has very powerful pump, winch Is
a feature not embodied in the big auto
truck used at Waterville, and the "ooys'
at Hose /, while they do not, OF course
wish anyone hard luck. are eager to nave
a chance to try out the big red fire hgne-
err against 1.-The real thing" 1t has peen
a long time coming. but certainly 1t LOOKS
capable of performing wonders now ina
it is here, and it is expected to prove
valuable addition to the city's protection
against the destroying element. 1t mas
plenty of power to get around over the
stiff hills in this locality. and should cut
down the time required to answer calls
considerably after the men who will nam
die it have become familiar with Its oper-
alton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13

though she believes him to be . bur
rlar form. a story brimful Of thrills
surnrises and delightful romance.
Chantar Of "A Lass Of the Lumber
,and." introduces Helen Holmes TOR
~ at ftme IA the picture. The story
/. Of q dinerent order and the scenes
are laid In a different part OF the
country from the stories which have
been shown.
Charlie Chaplin In "The Fireman"
needs no introduction to the fans.
Metro comedies and Pathe Weekly
complete a big bill.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13
Funeral Of William r. Cochran

Funeral services for the late William T.
Cochran were held a. ! o'clock Sunday
afternoon from the home of his daughter,
Mrs. E. H. Ingraham of Vassalboro, Rev
r. NJ Peacock Of Vassalboro officiating
Interment was made In the family lot in
Mt. Pleasant cemetery, this city. The
bearers were Elmer l.. Leavitt, J. Perley
Gardner, Merton T. Rowe and Scott L.
Clark.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13
FINE MATERIAL
FOR FOOTBALLIN
MAINE FRESHMEN

Orono, Me-, Nov. 12.-Outplaying their
rivals in every department Of tho game.
the freshmen came homo the winners
over the sophomores here Saturday after
noon II to 0. With their line opening UP
big holes the freshmen marched down the
field in the first quarter. Pagannucci scor-
ing. In the third quarter the 1920 team
scored again with forward pass, Shoe
maker to Edgerley. Waterman. Shoemak'
or and the whole line starred for tho
freshmen. while Green played well for the
aophomores.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13
CllY KENNEBEC JOURNAL
Telephone 136

Cards Of thanks. obituary notices. res
olutions Of respect etc. will be
charged at the rate Of ten cents per
line. No charge less thar Is cents
Subscribers who fail to receive the
Journal promptly will confer . favor
BY notifying tho Office Immediately.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13

Hose Of the fire department responded
to a still alarm at sis Sunday afternoon
from the house at the corner of Winthrop
and Dickman streets owned by the Au-
gusta Real Estates Association and occu-
pied by Mrs. Amy Drummond. The trou-
BILE was chimney fire and two chemicals
were used.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-11-13

One of the finest moving picture pro-
grams YER offered at the Colonial will
be shown Monday and Tuesday. 1.-The
River Of Romance" with Harold Lock-
wood and May Allison is Metro
Wonder play which is surely a WON
der. How young VIM. Kellogg. heir to
his uncles millions, sets out to prove
that he is able to earn his own living;
how he meets the fair Rosalind Chal-
mers. who loses her heart to him, even