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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
WILSON WORKS FOR
THE ARMY DRAFT I

WASHINGTON, D. c., April TO-
President Wilson continued efforts to-
day to break down opposition to the
draft feature of the administration
proposed army bill, which is almost
ready for introduction in both houses
Of congress.
The president and administration
supporters are determined in their en-
deavor to put the bill through with the
universal service feature as the basis
upon which the nations new army is
tC be raised. They argue that this prin-
ciple embodies the utmost ideals OF
democracy, in that it places equal re-
sponsibility upon all citizens, in addi-
tion to providing a continually increas-
ing fountain from which men and Off
ccrs for the army may be drawn.
Opponents of the universal servica
idea are confined to no one section o!
tie country and are found in both the
dominant parties in congress, various
reasons being advanced for a reten-
ton of the volunteer system of raising
new armies. One objection lodged
against the proposed 'selectve draft
is that men who are perfectly willing
and anxious to enter the army want
the privilege of choosing their own
officers, and at least demand the right
of serving under officers who are resi-
dents of their own states, and it is
believed the administration will short
ly evolve some plan to meet and over
come this objection.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
BALES SOLD
HERE HERE THIS THIS MORNING MORNING

A lot Of 1000 bales of cotton was
sold this morning by L. G. Council to
r. B. Ford & Company, of Macon, the
transaction being consummated on a
basis of 20 1-2 cents for good mid
ding.
The entire lot averaged middling cot
ton and brought 20 cents per pound,
making a total of 100000 involved in
the deal. which is one of the largest
handled in this city during the 1867
season.
Mr.. Council had been offering the
C00-bale lot for some time past az
q cents, but until the sensational jump
ir the cotton market of the past day
or two, the buyers hesitated to take
the staple of his hands.
This morning, when the market
showed a disposition to remain at the
high figures Of the day before. B. B.
Ford & Company lost little time in
completing the transaction.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
No NEW LAND IS
WANTED BY RUSSIA

LONDON, April 10.-The Russian
provisional government has formally
renounced all idea of territorial expan-
sion, according to an authorized inter,
view given to the Associated Press by
Foreign Minister Kerensky at Petro-
srad today, and transmitted here in
news dispatches.
Remuneration of policy of terrific
rial expansion, it is believed, refers
especially to the future status of Con-
stantinople, which the former Russian
authorities had insisted must become
Russian territory, while the provisional
government at Petrograd stands for
the decentralization of the Darda
nelles and the Black Sea. This posi-
ton taken by Russia, it is believed, will
hasten Turkeys inevitable plea for
peace. which is expected to mark the
beginning of the end of the European
war.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
Germans Concede Reverse.

BERLIN, April 1O.-Regarding the
heavy fighting in progress on the wes-
tern front, the German official state
ment today says the battle near Arras
continues. The statement adds that
British forces succeeded in penetrating
German positions on the roads radiat-
ing from Arras during the day. but did
not break completely through.
In stubbornly resisting the super
iority of the enemy, two of our divis
icns suffered considerable losses, the
statement says.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
INJURED CHILD IN
Critical CONDITION

At the Americus and Sumter Coun-
ty Hospital this afternoon it was
stated that little Minnie Sue Culpep-
rer, who was badly injured in the au-
tomobile accident which proved fatal
to her sister. Sarah Margaret, on Sun
Gay afternoon, is in a particularly crit
iCal condition
1t is thought that her chance for
ultimate recovery will be determined
by the developments during the next
few hours.
Her injuries consist of severe lacer-
ations of the arms, together with in
tornal troubles, which may cause fa-
tai results.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
.AMERICUs BOY PROMOTED
ON REACHING NAVAL SCHOOL

Informtion has been received in this
city to the effect that Ralph Lane, son
cf Mr.. and Mrs. w. T. Lane, who en-
listed last week in the United States
navy, has been raised to the rank of
petty officer in the company of recruits
row in training at the naval school at
Norfolk, Va.
The young man had been member
of the Americus High school cadets and
his training in that organization gave
him an advantage on enlisting in the
navy. His rank as petty officer at the
training school is similar to that of Il
non-commissioned officer in the army.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
WOULD HAVE CAMP
SITE IN AMERICU5

The selection of Americus as the site
OF divisional camp for the concentra-
ton of the troops TO be raised. under
the war measures now before congress,
IS the object of the Americus and Sum-
ter County Chamber of Commerce in its
effort to secure the approval of the
federal authorities for this plan.
A telegram has been sent to Con-
gressman Charles R. Crisp. now at
Washington, requesting him to inves-
tieate the situation and urge the selec.
ton of Americas as a concentration
camp in case the war department de-
cides on this mode Of assembling new
troops.
This morning a reply was received
from Judge Crisp. stating that the war
department had not yet decided upOn
the divisional encampment plan and
consequently no definite action could
rot be taken along this line. 1t was
intimated, however, that should the de-
partment approve this mode of proee-
dure, Americas would be given due
in the matter of locating 2
troops here for mobilization purposes.
Two regiments of soldiers were quar-
tered in Americus at the time of the
Spanish-American war and the move
ment now on foot to secure a military
camp here az this time has the support
Of the business interests generally.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
MAR 7IAL LAM NOW
ON IN GUATEMALA

GUBTAMALA CITY. April 9.-(De-
layed in transmission)-Martial law
has been declared in Guatemala, and
troops are on guard everywhere to pre-
vent disturbances. The action was TAX
CT by the authorities on information o.
outbreaks along the Mexican and Sal
vadorean frontiers, supposedly created
with foreign assistance
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
WARNING ISSUED.
To GERMANS HERE

A communication has been received
by the es-Recorder from United
States Marshal ]. S. Davis, of Albany.
in charge of the Southern district of
Georgia, containing a formal warning
addressed to all German aliens in this
section.
The warning is, issued by the federal
department of justice and is being
given widest publicity throughout the
entire country.
The statement is as follows:
mo German alien enemy in this
country, who has not hitherto been
implicated in plots against the in
terests of the United States, need
have any fear Of action by the de-
partment of justice, so long as he
observes the following warning:
OBEY THE LAW; KEEP
YOUR MOUTH SHUT"
The internal conditions in this sec
ton are being closely watched by the
federal authorities and due precau-
tons are being taken to guard against
possible attempts against the life and
property of American citizens.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
Hand Of Mexicans is Seen.

LAREDO. Tex. April 1O--Communica-
ton between Mexico and Germany is
being carried on secretly through a
wireless plant located in Salvador
which was recently sent to that coun-
try from Mexico. according to ATneri-
cans arriving here from Mexico. 1t
Is said that the plant was set up and
is manned by Germans.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
AMERICAN LINER NEW
YORK HIT A MINE

WASHINGTON, D. c.. April 10
J; is officially announced that the
American armed liner New York hit
a mine last night off the Liverpool bar,
hut no casualties were sustained, AMI
the vessel, although damaged, proceed
I'd to Liverpool.
The vessel, owned by the American
line. is one of the finest vessels of the
transatlantic service. The ship was
al auxiliary cruiser of the United
States navy during the Spanish Amer
ican war
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
limited STATES STEEL HAS
HUGE UNTITLED ORDERS

NEW YORK. April 10.-The untitled
tonnage of the United States Steel cor
poration up to March 31st amounted
te 11,7l1 900 tons, and increase Of 1884,,
ooo tons over the previous months, and
breaking all previous records.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
PRIVATE HOGAN HAS
AID OF RED CROSS NURSE

Private Chas. J. Hogan, of Newton.
Ga. with Company 1, the Americus
Light Infantry, is at the City Hospital
with pneumonia. The local chapter OF
the Red Cross is furnishing nurse for
the trooper, and many friends hope
that he will soon recover. The aid OF
the Red Cross will readily be seen,
and the people are urged to enlist in
the cause.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
French Advance South of Disc.

PARIS, April 10.--It is officially an
nounced that French forces made addi
tional gains south of the Disc river
last night, while artillery, grenade and
Patrol encounters made up the fighting
or the remainder of the front
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
Liner DOcked Safely.

NEW YORK, April 1O.--The Ameri-
can line steamer New York docked
safely at Liverpool this afternoon. The
vessel is only slightly damaged. ac-
cording to cablegram received by
representatives of the American Line.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
\ y = = ~~v = = = = :
DAILY WEATHER FORECAST :

, The weather forecast for Amer .
icus and vicinity follows: =
= FOR AMERICUS: FAIR and y
= warmer, =
Wednesday: WARMER. \
, y y y = y = = .
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
Schools Represented.

All the accredited schools of ths
Third district are eligible to partici-
pate in the district meet. These schools
rumber seventeen. Those that viii
take part are: Americas, Ashburn.
Cordele, Cuthbert, Dawson. Fitzgerald.
Marshallville, Montezuma, Plains,
Third District Agricultural. Vienna
The schools that will be represented
in every event are; Amerieus, Cor
dele and Fitzgerald. Montezuma will
be in every event. except Boys Essay
contest; Dawson in all. except Decls-
Ration; Third Agricultural in all ex-
cept piano
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
FINAL PLANS FOR
HIGH SCHOOLS To
MEET IN CITY

Every person connected with the
Americus High school from the super
il.tendent down to the youngest fresh
man, is doing his bit toward making
the Third District High school meet.
to be held In Americus Friday and Sat
urday Of this week, pronounced sue
cess. In all the preparations, which
were begun last fall. there has been
enthusiastic cooperation, all through
the organization.
But now that the fatal day Is near.
dependence for the success Of the meet
from the viewpoint Of the local school,
narrows down to fourteen representa-
tives. These young persons, who will
do their very best for themselves, their
school and their home city, and there
by make ereditable showing for
Americus, are:
John Butt, of the first year class, in
Defamation.
Sara Britton, of the fourth year
class, in recitation.
Joe McMath, first year, in Boys Es-
say.
Frances McMath. third year. in Girls
Essay.
Hazel Horne, third year, in Music.
Henry Allen and George Lumpkin.
third year, in Debate.
Ely Horne. third year, Spelling.
Charlie Dunaway. Merritt Rodgers.
Arnold McGillis, Winifred Peters,
George Andrews and Ned Johnson, all
of the fourth year, in Athletics.
One of the most important features
Of the meet, the exhibit is being pre-
pared under the supervision of Miss
Keatley, assisted by Miss Cameron and
other teachers.
Prof B. L. DeBruyne has the athletic
affairs in charge.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
0rder ef E1ents.

Friday afternoon. at o'clock. the
athletic contests will occur. These
consist of 1O0-yard dash. 220-yard dash,
4kO-yard dash. 12O-yard hurdles, shot
vut, running broad jump, running hign
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10
Opens Friday Night.


The Third District High school meet
will be formally opened on Friday ev-
ening. April 13, at o'clock. DR.. Lans-
ing Burrows, president of the Ameri-
Gus Board of Education, will offer
prayer, after which Prof. J. e. Mathis
will exend a welcome to visitors on
behalf of the city of Americus, and
the schools of Americus. Supt. R. ].
Stroller, of Vienna, the district pres
ident, will respond Mr.. Stroller will
preside at all the sessions of the meet
Supt. A. L. Brewer, of Cordele, is
yice-president of the association, and
Principal C. M. Hale, of the Americas
High school, is secretary. The officers
of the association with Prof Thos. j.
Barrett, of Plains, and Supt. A. G.
Cleveland, of Ashburn, constitute the
executive committee of the district.
An admission fee of 80 cents will be
charged for the Friday evening pro-
gram, and 20 cents for the Saturday
morning program. The athletic events
will be open to the public without any
chrge.
The High school auditorium, where
all sessions of the meet will be held
seats only about 500 persons. and
space will be at premium. No eompli
mentary tickets will be issued The
local school is put to heavy expense to
conduct the meet, and it is hoped that
all expenses can be met with the pro-
ceeds of the various programs.
The people of Americus, with char
acteristic hospitality, have opened their
bones for the entertainment of dele
gates and visitors, for which they have
the thanks of the officers of the asso-
ciation.
Schools Represented.
All the accredited schools of the
Third district are eligible to partici-
pate in the district meet. These schools
rumber seventeen. Those that viii
take part are: Americus, Ashburn.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10

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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-04-10

The Times-Recorder is the ONLY paper
in the Third Congressional District with
Associated Press Service.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Hear Lieutenant Hall, the third mum
Der of the Community Lyceum course,
at the Methodist church, Monday even
ing. Nov. 26, at S:l5 o'clock. Liouten-
France, Belgium, Russia and Rouman-
ia. He has been honored with mill
tary decorations from French, Belgian.
British, Russian and Roumanian gov
ernmcnts. Single admission, 80 cents.
Community LyCeum course committee,
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Rev. b. +. Martin gave an interest
ing talk on the subject THE Sermon
on the Mount" before the members OF
the $. G. |. Club Of Taylor township,
who met Thursday afternoon with Mrs
II. c.. Stoweli and Mrs. II. A. Cole at
the, Stowell home, S15 North Third
street. After the talk Miss Mabel
Kinsey told the members of the Y. w.
C. A. war work and the hostosses
served refreshments. assisted by Mrs.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Don't fail to hear Lieutenant Hall, the
third number of the Community Ly-
ceum course. at the Methodist church,
Monday evening, Nov. 20, 1917 lie
has a most fascinating story of the
war He has fought at the battle Of
the Marine. Nerdun and Champaign
Doors open at 1880 p. m. and close
promptly al SIS. Single admission,
80 cents. Committee.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. Will Harren, Of Independence,
who has been visiting for several days
with her brother, Vincent Bremen, re-
turnd home this morning.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. A. Hougen, of 'McCallsburg, was
in the city this morning, being on her
way to Norway for a few days visit
with relatives and friends.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Notice.-Ths Presto-ltte Battery
company having gone out Of BUSH
ness the room Will be occupied by
Mr.. Dan. Enright as a Paige sales
room tho Hewitt will retain the bat
terry charging equipment. Hewitts gar
age. II and IS West State street,
phone 500.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

A pleasant evening was spent Thurs
day by members and friends Of the
Congregational church, who brought
their supper to the church and in the
evening enjoyed q program of piano
numbers by Lois Rogers and readings
by Miss Mildred Forbes. a business
meeting was also held.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

The Witenagemote Club continued
its weekly reading Thursday after.
noon at the home of Mrs. S. P. Knisely
20S West Lincoln street.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Family washinge our specially. Try
us for quality and quick service. Phone
$50. Palace Laundry.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

ing cards this month, before the line
Is broken. Marshall Printing Company.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23
Glasse. properly fitted. Helloers.
Always ask your grocer for Sweet
Home bread. Central bakery.

Forty head OF good 1,ooo-pound
steers Must be sold this month. E. j.
Violin, Box LOG, Violin, S. d.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. S. A. holland, of Des Moines,
who has been visiting for three weeks
with her daughter Mrs. r. l.. Mckim,
returned home this morning.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Just wish to say we were fortunate
enough to purchase yesterday 2oo
mems overcoats, warranted 100 per
cent wool, for the winter 19lS-1919.
Considering our present conditions 1t
means a great deal to our customers.
Henry Pappe.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23
1s-7-aA n ~ N Z l1l--777-s 17e0 4 ll7-13T
Bring your watches In. HodgeA
Or. Graham osteopath. Masonic temple
Miss Reba Kirk. of Clemens. spent
Thursday In tho city.


Miss Reba Kirk, Of Clemens. spent
Thursday In the city.
Savorv roaster for that Thanksgiving
fowl. Abbott & Son.
Ford hood and radiator covers, COM
plete, s3.C0 Abbott & Son.
We teach you how to take good pics
lures. Bowen's kodakery.
A large line of clocks to select Il
present from. futile, the jeweler.
i Universal silver ware and carving
sets for Thanksgiving. Abbott & Son.
Mrs. T.. b. Walker went this morning
to Waterloo, for an over Sunday visit
with friends.
Mrs. w. G. Willard went this morn
irg to Baxter for an over Sunday visit
with friends.
Mrs. Ray E. Davis, of Union, spent
Thursday in the city with her aunt,
Mrs. J. .. HaggiH.
Miss Emma Paige left this morning
for Eyota, Mimi, where she will hold
union evanSelistic meeting.
Mrs. Glen w. Miller went this morn
ing to st. Anthony to visit her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. w. r. Atkinson.
l.. NJ. kinsey went this morning to
Des Moines, and will so from there 70
Omaha to visit his brother, D. B. Kin
sey.
Mrs. G. a. Burkhardt, of lEldora, who
has been visiting Mr.. and Mrs. c. E.
Smith, returned home Thursday eve
ming.
Just received another large shipment
of khaki knitting yarn. Plenty of this
yarn now for the busy kntters at J..
D. Palmer & Co.
Mrs. c. Carlson, accompanied by her
daughter, Mrs. M. S. Bellus, went this
morning to Des Moines to visit for sew
eral days with friends.
\Nifopo coroote C1Y1h continual
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. c. Carlson, accompanied by her
daughter, Mrs. M. S. Bellus, went this
morning to Des Moines to visit for sew
eral days with friends.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. f.. Fl. Anderson. of Dets Moines,
who has been visiting for week with
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs O. c. Houge-
land returned home this morning.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23
Diamonds. Hellberg.

Great bargains at the rummage sale
Saturday, Nov. "a, at 122 West Main
street.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Jay Stowell. Mrs. G. @. Williams. of
Taylor township. was . guest from
away.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Savory rooster for that Thanksgiving
fowl. Abbott & Son.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

A large line of clocks to select 4
present from. futile, the jeweler.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. Adelaide Cummings, accom-
panied by her daughter, Mrs. Lillian
Norman, and the latters daughter
daughter Phyllis, left this morning for
Minneapolis, to remain indefinitely
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Violin, Box LOG, Violin, S. d.
Order your engraved holiday greet
ing cards this month. before the line
Mrs. S. A. holland, Of Des Moines,
who has been visiting for three weeks
with her daughter Mrs. r. l.. Mckim,
returned home this morning.
Mrs. F.. Fl. Anderson, of Des Moines,
who has been visiting for a week with
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. O. C. Houge-
land returned home this morning.
Mrs Frank Esterly, of Oelwein, who
has been visiting her sister, Mrs. w.
r. Fife, at Tama was in the city this
morning while on her way home.
Mrs ]. H. pitcher, of Grundy Center,
who has been visiting for Il week with
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. r. +. Wal
lace. returned homo this morning.
-----~----
Christmas suggestionS: Watches,
rings, cavaliers, lockets, brooches, sill
verware and many other articles that
are appropriate for gifts. futile, the
jeweler.
Mrs C. w. Cation left this morning
for Walnut. H., to attend the funeral
of her husbands sister, Mrs. Harry
Whitford, who died Thursday. Mr..
Cation went Wednesday.
F'urs. Now is your chance. Come III
any time Saturday and see line OF
furs direct from the factory. Special
orders taken. Headquarters for salts
faction. Benedict & Brintnall.
Mrs. Adelaide Cummings, accom-
panied by her daughter Mrs. Lillian
Norman, and the latter's daughter
daughter Phyllis, left this morning for
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Just received another large shipment
of khaki knitting yarn. Plenty of this
yarn now for the busy knitters at J.
D. Palmer & Co.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Ford hood and radiator covers, COM
olete, $3.C0 Abbott & Son.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

We teach you how to take good pics
lures. Bowen's kodakery.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. Frank Esterly, of Oelwen. who
has been visiting her sister. Mrs. w.
r. Fife, at Tama, was in the city this
morning while on her way home.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. C. W. ,Manatt, Of Belle PLANE,
was in the city this morning. being on
her way to Montezuma, called by the
illness Of her mother, Mrs. B. B.
Griffith
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

= Universal silver ware and carving
sets for Thanksgiving. Abbott & Son.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-11-23

Mrs. John Thompson, Of northeast
of the city, went Thursday evening to
Eldora for an over-Sunday visit with
her daughter, Mrs. Ivan kern 4.