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The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Salaries Increased.

Mr.. Keane, Secretary of the Sligo
County Council, has been granted an
increase of :G400. and Mr. Kirwin,
County Surveyor, an increase of $50.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Price of Gas Raised.

The Board of Trade have sanctioned
an application by the Tipperary Gas
Company to be allowed to increase the
price OF gas in the town to IS. 3d. per
1000 feet until twelve months after the
expiration of the war.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
LoUTH.
Bitter AGAINST Redmond.

The feeling against the Irish Party
is very bitter throughout the county.
1t is conceded or ali sides that not one
of the Redmondite members will be
returned to Parliament at the next
election.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
WATERFORD.
Sisters Golden Jubilee.

Sister M. Conception, of the Mercy
Convent, Cappoquin, has celebrated
her golden jubilee: and was presented
by the Children of Mary with a beauti-
full statue of the Immaculate Concep-
ton. Right Rev. Monsignor Walsh.
DID,, PIP, L;smore, presided at the
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Rate Collector Elected.

Mr.. p. Brady has been appointed
rate collector for No. 16, Cootehill
district of Cavan by the chairman's
casting vote.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Child Labor,

Owing to the utilization of child
labor i'll the fields, the attendance at
the National Schools in County Meath
is reported to be abnormally low.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Ar MACH.
Opposed to Partition,

All the people of County Armagh
outside the rabid Orangemen, are un-
alterably opposed to Partition, and
there is Bitter feeling against the
Irish Party. The old spirit has never
been stronger or more virile.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
WEST M EATH.
Child Burned to Death.

An infant son of Mr.. James Kinehan,
Athlone, was burned to death when
his clothes came in contact with the
kitchen fire.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
KERRY.
Vote of Sympathy,

Vote of Sympathy.
Listowel Guardians passed vote of
sympathy to their colleague, Mr.. ]. ].
Foley, on the death of his mother.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
DOWN..
Death of Clerqym

Death of Clergyman.
The death has taken place in New
Zealand of Rev. j. Knox Barklie, form
erly rector of Mora, County Down.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
High Price of StimuIants.

Owing to high prices the Thomas
town Board of Guardians will not per-
NIT whiskey or other intoxicants to
be used in the workhouse.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
QUEENS.

Death Of William Delaney.
The death has taken place of Mr..
William Delaney, Rathdowney. Much
sympathy is expressed for his rela-
tives.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
LIN ERick.

Death of Father HaIIinan,
The death has taken place, at the
age of seventy-one. of Rev. ]. Halli-
nan, PIP, Ardagh, Limerick.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
DONEGAL.
High School Teacher.

Mr.. James : MGovern, National
Teacher, Banesmore Boys School, has
been appointed to succeed the late Mr..
Michael Byrne, Principal, Hugh Roe
National School, Donegal.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
ANTRIM.
Body Found in Sea,

Body Found in Sea.
The body Of Mrs. M. Falls, Portrush,
who left home after returning from
walk with her husband, has been dis
covered in the sea-
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Priest Honored.

The Pensioners of Ballinalee land
Cloonbroney, have presented Rev. E.
O'Reilly, &C., with an address on the
occasion of his transfer to Gowel, Car
rick on Shannon.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
CARLOW.

Farmers Sudden Death.
While working in field near Bagen-
alstown, Patrick Byrne. a native of
Myshall. feeling i'll, lay down, and died
in few moments.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
CLARE.
The Irish TricoIor,

The Tricolor Of the Irish Republic is
now in nearly every house in County
Clare. Frequently it is seen floating
from public buildings and in many in
stances the police experience much
difficulty in removing it.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
KILDARE.
Body Found on Road.

The body of Lawrence Kelly of
Baltimore, was found on the roadside
near Blessington. At Coroner's in
quest held at Mas. verdict of acct
dental death was returned.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Councillor Co-On+ed

Mr.. James O'Re:lly has been co-opted
member of Cavan County Council.
in place of the late Mr.. w. P. Brady.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
FERMANAGH.
Tragedy at Lisnasker.

Tragedy at Lisnasker.
The dead body OF Mrs. Elizabeth Do
Ian, Lisnasker, was found hanging
from the roof of her kitchen. 1t is be-
ieved that she lad suddenly become
insane.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
LETT RIM.
LARGE Republican Flau,

Large Republican Flag.
A large Republican flag was floating
from the Mccain Memorial Clock in
Carrick April co. and after much diff
ficulty was removed by the police.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Hiuh Price for Land.

High Price for Land.
A holding of five Irish acres at Tim
ard, Kilkerrin, has been sold at public
auction for e54o to Mr.. Martin Ward,
Clonbeirne, Kilkerrin.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Fingers Blown Off,

While John Reidy, laborer, was
shooting rabbits near Groom, County
Limerick, the charge exploded, blowing
off the fingers on the left hand.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
CAvAN.
Prisoners Honored.

Prisoners Honored.
When the four Ballinagh prisoners
who were imprisoned for three months
In connection with q demonstration
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
WICKLOW.
Farmiro Operations.

In Wicklow early sown oats are we'll
over the ground. and look vigorous and
healthy. A few farmers have already
sown their mangels.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Father ard Son Drowned.

Among those lost at sea on April
80 We're James Casey, of Church Bay
Road, Crosshavcn. and his only son,
James.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
CORK.
Death of Nuns.

The deaths have taken place of Sis
ter M. A. Flynn, Convent of Mercy,
Clonakilty, and OF Sister Mary Magda-
len, South Presentation Convent,
Cork.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
LoNGFoRD.
Centenarian's Vote.

At Carrickboy a man of 1O2 years
went to the polling place and recorded
his vote for Joseph M'Guinness.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
MAYO.
Body Washed Ashore,

0Ouy "dSlIcO ASuOTes
A body washed ashore at KingstoWn,
County Dublin, las been identified as
that Of Joseph King of Cloonmore,
kiltimagh, who had been in England
on migratory labor ticket.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
MEATH.

Cerebro-Spinai Meningitis.
A case of cerebro-spinal meningitis
has been reported to the Local Govern
ment Board by Or G. O'Reilly, of Trim.
This is very rare disease in Ireland.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Serious Shooting Accident.

While shooting crows, John Rose, a
steward of Major Beatty, Enniscorthy
accidently shot John Rourke, plough
man, in the wrist and thigh.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
GALWAY.
Presentation to Priest.

Presentation to Priest.
The school teachers of Ballinasloe
district presented an address and
purse Of sovereigns to the Very Rev.
P. Coigan, PIP.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
TYRONE.
Death of Centenarians.

Death Of Centenarians.
Mrs. Jane Scott Douglas Bridge, died
at the great age of 104 years. An
other centenariau, Mrs. Kate Brogan,
died in her Tooth year at BaronscoGrt.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09

Surveyor Gets Bonus.
Athy Council has granted the Town
Surveyor bonus Ct G15 per year.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
WEXFORD.
Rate Collector Elected.

Rate Collector Elected.
AS rate collector for Oulart district.
Matthew Tobin Tinaraheen, was APP
pointed by Wexford County Council.
There were eight applicants.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
KINGS.

Fire Destroys House.
The dwelling house of Mr.. P. Buck
ley, Whitepark, Ferbane, was almost
completely destroyed by fire.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
TlPPERARY.
Monument to Priest.

monument to Priest.
10 the memory of Rev. P. Grove,
&C., monument has been erected in
st. Patricks College Cemetery,
Thurles.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09
Body Eourd in River.

The body of Peter Reape, farmers
son, who has been missing since
Easter Monday, was discovered in the
River Moy.
The Irish standard. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn. ;) 1886-1920, 1917-06-09

Death of Bernard M'Crossan.
The death of Mr.. Bernard MCros-
san, Strabane, Las occasioned wide
spread regret ir that district among
his friends and acquaintance.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Jerries. Lenard Jenrles. John O..
Jeffries. are entitled to a share Of
said estate.
And then and there TO show cause
why said partition and distribution
should not be made.
Herein fail not, but have you be-
fore said court on the nrst day Of
the neIt term thereof. this writ. with
your return thereon, showing how
you have executed the same.
Witness W, NJ. Curry. clerk 81
the County Court OF scurry County.
Given under my hand and seal OF
office, OF said court, In the town OF
Snyder. this 18th day Of December,
A. d. 1917.
W. NJ. CURRY,
Clerk OF the county court OF Scurry
County, Texas.
Issued this 18th day OF December,
A. D., 1917.
W. NJ. CURRY,
Clerk OF the county court OF scurry
County.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

date until paid providing for 10 per-
cent on full amount due as attorneys
fees in case said note 10 not paid
when due and IL placed In the hands
OF an attorney for collection or suit
Is brought on same. and executed By
W. D. Hardin and r J. Hardin to
NJ. r. Cornelius.
That said W. D. Hardin Is dead;
that his estate has not boon admin
lstered upon; that more than IL
months have elapsed since his death;
that the heirs OF W. d. Hardin have
taken charge OF the property be-
longing to said estate Of said W. u q.
Hardin, deceased and have convert
cd same;
Plaintiff prays judgment against
defendants herein for any part OF
said estate appropriated by them
and for execution against any part OF
said estate that has not been appro.
prlated, for judgment against bonds
men on appeal bond filed in said
cause and for general and special re-
lief as we'll as costs.
Herein Fail Not. but have before
said Court, at It's aforesaid next reg
ular term, this writ with your return
thereon, showing how you have OK.
ecuted the same.
Given under my hand and the Seal
OF said Court at office
In Snyder, Texas. this the 18th day
Of December. A. D. 1917.
W. NJ. CURRY, Clerk
County Court. scurry County
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14
CITATION ny PUBLICATION
THE STATE OF TEXAS

THE STATE OF TEXAS
To the Sheriff or any Constable Of
scurry County, Greeting;
You are commanded to summon
O. W. Hardin, J. A. Hardin. T.
Hardin, A. Hardin. Mrs. o. L..
Webb, ] @. Webb and j. d. Har-
din by making publication OF this CT.
tation once In each week for four
successive weeks previous to the re-
turn day hereof, In some newspaper
published In your county. II there be
a newspaper published therein, but
II not then In any newspaper publish
ed In the 32nd. Judicial District; but
those on duty when reglstrant may
In said Judicial District, then In a
newspaper published in the nearest
Judicial District to said 32nd Judi
clal District to appear at the next
regular term Of the County Court OF
scurry County. to be holden at the
Courthouse thereof. in Snyder. on
the second Monday In January. A. D.
1918, the same 6clng the 18th day
Of January. A. D. 1918. then and
there to answer petition filed In
said court on the 2Srd day OF June,
A. ID. 1917, In a suit, numbered on
the docket OF said Court, No. 5s7,
wherein NJ. r. Cornelius is plaintiff
and T. l.. Hardin. A. Hardin, NJ. T.
Hardin. a. W. Hardin, W. s. Har.
din, J. A. Hardin. G. n. Hardin. I.
NJ. Marchman. Ed. Marchman. Mrs.
o. l.. Webb, J. G. Webb and J. D.
Hardin and Mrs. r. J. Hardin are
defendants and plaintiff NJ. +. Cor
nellus In said petition alleging that
W. II. Hardin, made and executed
md delivered to plaintiff his certain
promissory note In the principal sum
VI $4,000 bearing date Of 2-22-191O
bearing 10 per cent interest from
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Over at Lorenzo last week a party
shipped in two or three pool and bill
Hard tables with the intention OF
opening a pool hall. A number OF the
people Of the town W allied upon him
and after a conference he was Undue
ed to move his tables away from the
town.-Plalnyiew News.
Like the liquor business the poo
pie can frownthe pool hall out OF
countenance. People can have Just
about the sort Of government they
want II they stand pat for II.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

A two line report OF a Kentucky
county agents to the United states
department Of agriculture speaks
volumes This is his succinct account
Of his work; "liad a meeting at court
house. talked on whipping Germany
with three Il's--bread. bacon and
beans.--Palo Pinto Star
Then the war stratoglst added
brains. bravery. bombs and bullets"
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

We doubt II there lisa town in the
state the size OF Rotan that has done
MS much for Red Cross. Last Thurs
day the citizens raised te2i In less
than thirty mlnutes.-Rotan Ad-
vance.
That same active spirit is taking
hold Of the American people every
where and Germany will not again
sneer at tho power OF the United
States.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

The Indictment against ]. u. Fer
ruson at Austin was dismissed Sat
urday. Tht court consented that It
was out OF his Jurisdiction Here's
guessing that there will BIO no fur
Their indictment In the matter.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Austro-Gcrman forces captured
10000 Italian prisoners last week
ard are pressing hard on italy's ar
mlcs. Unless tbe British and French
Got into action pretty soon II will be
too late.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Halifax appeals for $4,000. 900
to relieve the distress caused by the
explosion there last week OF NUM-
tion ship. The number OF dead Is es-
timaied at four thousand and 10000
people are without food and shelter.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

WANTED-From 4 to 10 sections Of
good grazing land in a body within
forty miles OF Snyder. Texas, | w
pay spot cash for this land, not sf
ceedlng SCOOP per acre. must DO
bargain. Write for full particular,
giving location Of land, what i'm.
provements. water and fences upon
same, and how much In cultivation
and how much in pasture, how much
OF land is suitable for cultivation and
send the plat OF tho land showing
the different positions OF the sec
lions. Address P. o. Box 4S1. AbIlens
Texas. %
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Rob strayhorn. Lee stInson and
DR.. J. n. Meador left here Monday
for Camp Bowie TO enlist In war
service.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14
NOTICE FOR PARTITION
THE STATE OF TEXAS


County OF scurry
To the Sheriff or any Constable Of
scurry County:
You are commanded TO summon
Bertha Jeifrles, Stella Jeffrles, Jessie
Jeifrles, Taylor Jeifrles and Law
renee Jeffries by making publication
OF this citation once In each week for
four successive weeks previous to the
return day hereof. in some newspap-
or published In your county, to APP
pear at the next regular term OF the
county court OF scurry county, to be
holden at the court house thereof in
Snyder, End Monday In January, A.
D. 1918, the same being the 1ith day
OF January, d. d. 1918. then
and there to answer the pc
tltlon Of Mrs. NJ. A. Bedwell
aulhlhlHlrhtflA, or the estate OF Il.
P. Dedwell, deceased, filed in tho
county court OF scurry county, an
Application for the partition and
distribution Of said estate. and al.
laglng that Mrs. NJ A. Bedwell.
John Bedwell, W l.. Bedwell. Tay-
lor Bedwell, Belle Bedwell, Ora
crowder and Hubert Bedwell and
Bertha Jeifries, Jessie JeHrles, Irene
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

A band OF yIlIlstas were ambush
cd one day last week by Federalists
and were badly shot to pieces. II was
reported that Pancho Villas brother
was killed In the fight.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

sTRAYED-One bay horse. branded
spade; two bay mares no brand.
one split right ear from my place
8 miles northeast OF Colorado. De-
cember 4. Suitable reward for inior-
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Now is the time to have your
plumbing work investigated, proper
ly drained. etc and save money when
tho freezo comes. Phone 81 and we
will attend to II. J. T. BELL q co.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

wANTED-A substitute for a Motor
Rural Mail route. See the Postmaster
or Motor Rural Carrier No. A. J, ".
Hendryx. ~
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Richard Mocarty OF Albany wants
to lease or buy strong newspaper
outfit. He says he is not broke. but
drouth stricken.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

The Stamford Leader Is kicking
because the loaves Of bread are grow
ing smaller. II fellow 10 going to
continue to eat Just as much as he
can stuff down, he must pay the dir
ference hTe Baker is not expected
to dc all the Hooverlzlng.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Frosh line cream chocolate Just
arrived All kinds OF candy at the
Owl Confectionery. 1871
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Tho Colorado Record says II mover
hds failed TO rain In December. Stay
with II old man. II takes grit to
Keep up tho flght-but grit will win.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14
WITH our xscHAsors

Russell a cockrell'a printing plant
in Amarillo was recently destroy.
ed BY fire. Loss $4,000. Insurance
$4,000.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Eat your lunch with the Owl Con
fectionery. Chill. Sandwiches and
Oysters. istf
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Born. December s to Mr.. and Mrs
W. A. Eastman. Ave miles west OF
town. a girl.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Born. December II to Mr.. and
Mrs Herman Blakely, three miles
east OF Snyder. a boy.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

The Roby Banner already has n
live candidate column. The boys arc
In hurry In Fisher county.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Fresh Oysters every day at the
Owl Confectionery
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14
snyder Texas, December IA, 1917.

The Don cosacks are making now
trouble in Russia for Germany and
the Bolaheyikl government.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Christmas Oft. Pay 1t from Lock
hart Grocery Company. Phone 10.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

FOR sALE-Modern five room bun
galow. we'll improved and one OF the
best locations In Snyder Address P.
o. boz 81. Snyder.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

wARNING--F take this method q,
advising the public that the Grim,
pasture is posted and parties vIol.L
Ing tho law will be prosecuted An
roads arc closed through IN.
Grimes pasture. Ed Burdlne ,sp
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14
Classified Advertisements
'PH0NF RI HArs-s or o%s os~ W., r.T WORD
TAKEN FOR Less THAN - CENTS

nation. A. L. Scott. Colorado, Ts,.
as. !,
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Chancellor Bonar Law OF England
announced Monday that Jerusalem
has surrendered to British forces.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Chilli chilli Chilli The best in
town at The owl Confectionery. 1871
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

FOR sALE-A well equipped small
job printing office. located at Cole
man. Texas. A bargain for a live,
wlde.awake printer. Good town, fne
opportunity. US. Hardy, Snyder,
Texas.
The Snyder signal. (Snyder, Tex.) 1887-????, 1917-12-14

Atufec 10 the posloffIce At sny.
o rerss ~ second elasa mall mat
The Cordova daily times., 1917-04-23
\ M [ RIGA MUST BE CONSULTED,
 SAYS PROF.
(By Associated Press)

PHILADELPHIA, April 23. Am erica must champion the right to be consulted and considered in shaping international law, declared Professor Roland c. Usher, of Washington Uni. versity, of St. Louis, in an address on Americas Obligation as the De fender of International Right" at the annual meeting here today Of the Am erican Academy of Political and Social Science.
 international law as observed in practice" he asserted, consists of the privileges which the six European powers mutually extend to each other and of the obligations which they re. cognize as binding between themselves and in adition, of all such privileges and immunities as they voluntarily extend to the other so-called nations and of the concessions which they exact from them
 There can be no great doubt that
The Cordova daily times., 1917-04-23
ALASKA $ FIRST LIFE NET IN
 C0RDOvA

At the regular monthly drill of the Cordova fire department Saturday af. ternoon the department demonstrated a Browder life saving net. This par ticular net is used in all first class departments, and has always been found to be up to standard. The net is device nine feet in diameter and Is equipped with a series of springs which takes up the jar occasioned by the jump, the persons jumping feel ing no jar whatever, and the persons holding the net only a slight resist ance. This particular piece of life saving machinery will prove itself in any community that has buildings over two stories in height, and is in. valuable in case of fire in hospitals. schools, &c. While the jump on Sat urday was not over thirty feet and was made by men of average weight. 1t was then decided by those who witnessed 1t that it was an effective piece of apparatus. Frank Ripley, of the hook and ladder company, made the first leap into the net, followed by Tommy Van, of the chemical con- pany No. 1. The outgoing council and Chief Dooley are to be compli- mented on the purchase of the net, as it is the first net of this kind in Alaska