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The Detroit times., 1917-03-05
National Education
Association Refuses,
Wisely, to Be Stampeded

We are glad that the National Educa-
oon association which has been holding
~ annual convention in Kansas City.
- rejected proposals. for military train
- IN the elementary and high schools.
That it is In favor of the same for
young men after 20 years is another mat
pr and not to be discussed at present.
Zen Of Fl are supposed to choose for
themselves and viii do so according 10
he bias Of mind received by early edu-
cation or the pressure of public opinion.
Military training in the public schools
would insure militaristic country. such
- Germany, more completely than would
any other one thing imaginable.
Given all the youth of the land with
heir plastic, impressionable minds allow
N army officer TO come in and mold them
according to army ethics and ideals and
Ne will venture to say that 95 per cent
VIII come out thinking war the most
glorious thing in the world; the soldier
The highest type Of man and the courage
~ the battlefield the only kind of cour-
- worth considering.
We are following in the footsteps of
sentimental Europe as nearly as we can.
BY our geographical position we may
ave them from their death-defying sys-
tens BY refusing to succumb.
Il y fearful struggle which the pa
GlGDtU have passed thru.
They have had to endure the taunts
- ~ militant ones, for pacifism is new
80 award the light, and such steps
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05
NJ n. ADDINoroN sRuCE
Author OF The Riddla OF Person
ality," Psychology and
Parenthood." etc.

You sttll are In your early man
hood. You abound In energy Night
and day you are in the 60. rhe
word fatigue" 10 10 you q strange
word. almost a meaningless one.
For this great fund Of health and
strength you are to be congratulat-
cd. But let me give you . friendly
warning. Ease down.
Remember that. strong tho you
now are. the time Is coming when
you win pay heavily II you presume
TOO much on your present strength.
BY moderation In youth prepare
for the age OF lowered vitality. so
that you still can do an abundance
Of good work when that age comes,
instead OF being Obliged TO spend
much OF your time trying TO reEair
tho damage done by tho indiscre-
tons OF youth.
Forty and after Is the age OF low
cred vitality. IL IL ths age when
the physical processes begin to de-
teriorate. BY manF Il Is supposed
that when a man reaches 40. or At
the outside A. his time OF produc-
tive efficiency Ia virtually over.
This Ia by no means necessarily
true.
II never is true OF men who have
lived a temperate. hygienic life In
the years before 40 But II Is al
ways likely TO be true in the case Of
those subjecting themselves 10 con
slant physical OF mental overstrain
In youth and early manhood
From such overstrain there re-
suits a premature weakening OF the
bodily orglnism-notably tho stom-
ach. heart. and arteries--that reacts
disastrously on creative power Par
ticulariy damaging is the feverish
excitement so much In evidence. In
one form or another. among the
young men ~ today
Diseases OF the heart and arteries
sre noticesbly. ala,mingly. on the
increase. All health authorities are
agreed on this. Mortuary statistics
and the statistics OF life insurance
examiners leave no doubt OF II.
And the consensus OF expert opin-
ion is that the increase Is due above
all else TO indiscrcet modes OF liy-
Ing In early manhood.
Keep this in mind. DO not pro
coed on the assumption that YOU
must work as hard as you can and
play as hard a. you can before 40.
because in any event you will be
good for little sfter 40.
Let moderation IN all thing be
your watchvord. and you can yrrk
well and play well until life Is far
advanced.
Here IL an easily remembered for
InulA by a hygienist. Dr. l. H..
fIirSchfeid. that you might well
adopt for the conduct OF your daily
life:
"A good division IL time for the
average person In rix 10 eight
hours work. four hours Of rest.
meals Included three hours of
pleasure II kind winch employs
faculties that are not used during
work. and eight to nine hours o.
sleep"
To this formula add rational
habits OF eating and exercising. and
the cultivation OF emotional control
and you have an admirable scheme
Of preparation for the years aft
- 40.
And remember. with reference 20
these later years. IL always Is care
OF prepare OF repair. You must DO
either the one or the other.
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

cent OF this blindness IL due to two
causes; sore eyes At birth and neg
Iected eyes during early school life
Accidents and careless habits Ia
later life cause most Of the remain
der.
Eye-strain leads 20 many other
disorders Vertigo. indigestion. In
sOmnla. headache. neuralgia and
similar complaints are often due 70
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

II In estimated
that there are
about 400, 900
blind persons In
the United States
II costs about
$4,000. 900 a year
20 support them
Probably rs per
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

have always been accompanied by mis-
understanding and persecution.
We congratulate the n. 4. A. for keep
ing its head above water and refusing
TO be stampeded in this matter.
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05
|nnnli me Here's Hoping
the Poor People Under
Mad Cxar May Be Spared

|<<s MAJ lz0r MAY De opdIcs.
h OFFICIAL admission in Berlin that
~ not note to Mexico. intercepted by
90 government, Is genuine, comes hard
~ - : blow to those of our country who
kove been hoping against the overt act
TIT would plunge US into war.
4 X Il is understood that President Wilson
hns in mind the nnking of an American
n1sip with American lives, as the act on
~ part of Germany conforming to the
aotjce that this country is not to be
mnrod in the campaign of ruthless sub
mnrine warfare.
Our pscifists took heart, therefore,
Whan the American steamer Orleans ar
rived safely in France and reported hav-
NJ passed through the danger zone with
cut incident and when the American
o1nouner Rochester passed safely through
tAs zone. also.
That part Of the note which brings dis
nay to these pacifists is the evidence that
Germany seems determined to force a
wr, which Is evidence that those Of our
obips which get by the submarines viii do
- purely through good fortune.
Resretful Is the case may be, it looks
Ne war for this country of ours with
only one thing left to praise God for and
fhnk II war comes. that it was not of
eur own making.
At which point, we may 60 back to the
nots from Germany to Mexico and in it
1ook for hope with which to replace the
kope Il has crushed.
II that note signifies anything, it signi-
- that the position of Germany is des-
r1te.
r. signifies the desperation of madness
= the part Of country nearing the end
q II rope, and our renewed hope may be
r1ncod in the fact that the end of its rope
u,oons the end Of this war.
This proposition made to Mexico for
Eu1ay 10 Japan means that mad kaiser is
~ but conquered and about to be wax
0nod from his dream of world domination.
And the sad part Of 1t all is, the real
41colms of this madness (the madness to
xAtdh n,ilitarism has led) are the German
-.
~ Pot note reveals the determine
llon - the German government to follow
- nots % tie neutral countries, the
Un11Dd stntss included. with the action
o1Eentsned, In defiance Of all law.
n war comes, then all that could have
mnn done to preserve peace will have
1oon done, and President Wilson will be
eblo 70 look out from the White House
ateps upon his UNITED AMERICA.
We do not contemplate an expedition
~ force--money and munitions are the
things the Allies need. rather than men.
but It might reach that point.
And should that point be reached, Mr..
5lngo, II you are there in the thick of the
nv, weswant you to take notice of the
ollow fighting at your side--we want you
- take notice of just how hard and how
MI : pacifst can fight when there is no
longer . chance for peace.
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

How many OF us are here
now7" they asked, iokinsly.
I'm not such an omadhaun'
AZ ali that. said Pat There's
100 OF US"
"Oh." said the Englishman,
how do you make out thatr'|
We'll. said Pat, II am the
one, and you are the TO-
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

bandmaster on the appearances
OF his men. Their uniforma
are neat" said the colonel.
their instruments are nicely
polished and kept In order. but
there In one Improvement THAI
/ must insist upon"
What In II. colonel7-
You must train your mses
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05


"Oh, dear me- no." said the embarrassed girl.
You'd better go to private room"
colonel In the French army who had great
eye for neatness. but not much OF an eye for mu-
sic, took occasion one day 10 compliment his
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

country. And nobody that
comes TO Beaver Hin win ever
git In no accidents fer want O.
warnin' signs about Jest look
at that. now"
The stranger gazed appreci-
atively at the sign nailed on
a nearby telegraph post. fts
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

fitted II on, but was dissatfs-
fed with H.
The next day he took II back
10 the counter where he pur-
chased II, but this time
young lady was In charge OF
the department.
Excuse me, miss" be said.
II bought this short here. Can
$780, a. - 49,. $500. 49,
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05
EXTRA ExTRAI

Man who killed HE wife IN Detroit 70 place
promptly behind the bars
citizen led him into police station.
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

Col. Roosevelt refuses to debate with
Bryan on the subject of Preparedness"
because, he says. preparedness is not de-
batable. Then they might debate this
opinion of the Colonel, which would seem
10 be.
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05
The Keep Well
Column
EYgsioHTI

Eyesight is one Of the most
precious Of all human possessions
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

sued between the Judge and a
talesman.
You are a property holderf"
"Yee. sir"
Married or singie1"
Married three years last
March"
Have you formed or ex-
pressed any opinion"
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

WHVH IIVy VCTIOTIHI 70 MI th0W
fingers all NJ exactly the same moment and q
regular intervals on their instrumental so-one.
two; one, two"
During the impsneling Of jury in Philadsl
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

Not for three years. your honor"
Two Englishmen were one day walking
along road In Kerry when they met an Irish
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05
Laugh With Us

Yes sir" said the sattion master. "safet
A., has anrnad all nrnr ihl
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

1T IL dangerous to walk OF stand on these
tracks while a train Is passing
young Shefheld gentleman purchased a new
shirt in certain shop and on arriving home
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05
From Another Point OF EieU

Anyhow, those fellows who are raising
the price of potatoes are no amateurs.
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05

al had tooth pulled last week." said
our old friend Doc, well-lmown and pop
ular chiropodist, land unless am greatly
mistaken, it's the only thing that has
been pulled in this town in long time. !"
Hartford. CT. has a bureau to capture con
ventiOns--News Item.
May we suggest something like that for
Detroit, TO capture criminals.
The Detroit times., 1917-03-05
REVERSE ENGLISH

"SThls Is Room 212 speaking. Say. what kind
Of service have you got In this hotel, anyway
Here want 70 take a bath and there's nothing
I'D here but hot water Kindly change me 20 q
room, where can take q good. cold bath, Will
your"
Phyllis wants TO know how they ever
came to name him Fighting Bob"
A man in New Jersey who is seeking a
divorce, says his wife threw a rice pud-
ding into his hair. Wouldn't that make
a man red-headed7
Seems as if it always SHOWS when a
president is being nominated for his last
term. Remember, il did in Taft's case?
A Wisconsin married man asked a
judge TO send him TO prison. Anything,
we presume. 10 get his liberty.
Williams news., 1917-07-05

A meeting of what is known as the Peoples Council" has been called for August 4th, at which delegates from all the radical organizations in the United States, including social ists, anarchists, peace societies and the l. w. w., are to be present. The object of the or ganization sounds we'll for the most part. What folly to think that their objects might be attained in this world of force by purely peaceful methods! They declare for the free de- velopment of all nationalities, for one thing. How, for in- stance, would they secure the free development of Belgium if they would stop the United States and the allied nations in their effort to force Germany to respect the rights of small nations? World peace. can no more be obtained by such con- ferences than Mexico can be made into one peaceful nation by the same process. The only peace the world has ever known has been backed by force. The only hope of world peace in the twentieth century lies in union of nations back ed by the combined naval and military forces of all of the na- tions in the peace. league. If the enthusiasts who are calling this council, would join in help ing to win this war, and in working for the world repub- lie, their efforts might yet be crowned with success, and perpetual peace might become reality. Conducting them selves as they are, they are but playing into the hands of the enemy.
Williams news., 1917-07-05

The town council and the Corporation Commission de- serve a great deal of credit for the able and prompt way in which they have met the emer- gency caused by the burning of the power plant of the Will Hams Water and Electric Com pany. MT. F. A. Jones, chair man of the corporation com mission, responded to the call of the city in a way that was all that could be expected, and more. He has shown an in- terest in the towns welfare that could not have been keen CT had it been personal. The other members of the Commis- sion have done their full duty. The Town Council has worked hard and effectively to relieve the situation, and it should be remembered --- without pay. MT. Stover, too, as manager of the Water and Electric, has
Williams news., 1917-07-05
Peggy Jean Arrives in Town

At last the much talked of Peggy Jean is in Williams. The society columns of the larger cities have often commented on her popularity, and have often complimented her appearance, not only for the reason that she adds charm to her associates, but is also what the sensible women have wanted for the last decade, for Peggy Jean" is the nickname of the new ov- erals for women. They are the real article, too, made as a rule of khaki and fashioned much like the mannism variety with which everyone Ias long been acquainted. The only difference is that Peggy Jeans are somewhat baggy and the fullness is caught in at the foot with a rubber band or frill. These overalls have been in stock here for several months but did not become popular un- til gardening became fashion able. Now the early morning .passerby often sees fair gar deners pulling weeds or hoeing vegetables, properly and be- comingly garbed in the Peggy Jean.
Williams news., 1917-07-05
Laboring Under Difficulties

The News has indeed been laboring under difficulties dur ing the last two weeks-since the power plant burned. Pre- viously, four electric motors were used to run the various machines used in the News of fee. A little gasoline motor has been substituted for two of these, while hand power foot power in reality-must do the rest. The gas motor does we'll for a converted machine, but cannot compare in efficien- cy with the modern power, electricity. It will be a great relief to the News force to hear the little electric motors hum- ming away again.
Williams news., 1917-07-05
An Apology Due

"The Village Slam" sn anna teur journal devoting itself mainly to an entirely new brand of revised spelling, has the affrontery to state that Hon. Tom Campbell was elect ed by the "peodle" (presum- ably pronounced pe-o-dle). Some, not up on this late wrin- kle in spelling have been un- able to decide whether this means poodle" or "boodle". Both are wrong however, for we have it from the best obtain able information (outside of direct information) that this is the short and revised way of spelling bull-mule-ephant. The bull-mule-ephant, it should be remembered is one of those voters who occupies the same position in politics that the bat did in the fabled contest be- tween the birds and the beasts. He is described as wearing a peculiar headgear that com pines the antlers of the moose, the ears of the donkey and the trunk of the elephant. no doubt the governor will feel unjustly affronted and highly insulted when he learns of this abusive misrepresentation, and if the editor of the sheet is any thing than brother of the Kaiser he will certainly extend an apology, editorially, to his eXcellency at the state capitol.
Williams news., 1917-07-05

been doing all that one man could. The interest taken and the fairmindedness shown by the Saginaw and Manistee Lumber Company, thru it's manager MT. Nickerson, too, are worthy of high commenda- tion. In fact, a fine public spir- it has been manifested all around. As a result, Williams should soon be second to no town in the state in the matter of water and electric light ser vice.
Williams news., 1917-07-05
COUNCIL SECURES
 ELECTRIC SERVICE

(Continued from 1st page) could be gradually paid off. out of the receipts for electric ser vice, and thus dispense with the need of an additional tax levy.
 The Council desires to settle the question of electric service first, letting the water question rest as it is until the question of light and power is definitely settled.
 The Council secured signed contract with MT. Farson, rent ing the electrical equipment to the town for a period of three months. The rate to be paid the Mill will be determined by the Corporation Commission after the service is in operation and the load can be deter mined.
 On Tuesday of this week the transformers arrived and MT. Slower at once set about in- stalling them, and connecting up the lines for operation. This work would have been com pleted Wednesday afternoon had it not been for the electri- cal storm which rendered the work of connecting the wires extremely hazardous. Thurs day afternoon saw the work completed, and all in readiness for restoring Williams to the class of well lighted municipal itieS.
Williams news., 1917-07-05

Russia has sta1 ted off again with the old time push. A very fitting answer to Ine Kaisers peace proposals. The former Russian drive was stopped by the German sympathizers in Russia who stopped the sup ply of ammunition. There ought to be none of them left to stop the present drive.
Williams news., 1917-07-05
Williams Opportunity


 Williams now has an oppor- tunity to purchase both the electric light and water ser vices for the town at a reason able figure. It will indeed be a grave mistake if the town fails to avail itself of this opportun- ity for municipal government. The wires, meters and other property that go along with the electrical equipment of the Will Hams Water and Electric Com pany, may be purchased for less than S7,000. This purchase could be made by the town without the necessity of voting bonds. The council has learned that it can borrow money for this purchase, at a reasonable rate of interest and under terms so liberal that the in- debtedness could be paid off out of the earnings of the plant.
 MT. Nickerson has assured the council that the Saginaw and Manistee Lumber Com pany are willing and anxious to do anything within their pow CT to benefit the town, and that they will agree to furnish the power that the town may need both for day and night service, and deliver it at switchboard for the town, at whatever price the Corporation Commission may fix as just and reasonable The Mill would not do the same for a private concern. Here is an opportunity which the town should not let slip. The people should assure the council that they are back of them in mak- ing such an arrangement for electrical service.
 The water question presents a different problem, and yet one that can be settled satisfactor- fly and that ought to be settled, now!
 The Corporation Commission has not made an appraisement of the water works equipment and holdings of the present company, as yet, but will do so if such is desired. It appears that the Water Company has no water rights in the Saginaw Canyon that are of any con- siderable value, nor would it be possible for any private con- cern to get any water rights of value there. It would be pos sible for the town to do so however. MT. Nickerson has assured the council that in this regard, too, the Saginaw and Manistee would be glad to do everything possible for the town. They would be willing to concede to the town full rights to all of the water in the canyon outside of what they may need for themselves. More than an abundance of water for all purposes for the town, is to be had in the Saginaw Canyon. With this water right, the town could proceed with water development there that would give the town an ample supply of water at a very req sonable rate and fire protection of quality not yet known in Williams.
 While an appraisement of the water holdings of the Water Company has not been made, yet the matter has been dis cussed fully enough with the Corporation Commission that the Council feels assured that the appraisement would be low. Here again is an op- portunity which the town should not let pass.
 With water and light pro- vided on the basis now made possible to the town, Williams will have made a great stride forward.
Williams news., 1917-07-05

A half million men have vol unteered in the American army and navy during the per iod of less than three months that has elapsed since war was declared to exist.
Williams news., 1917-07-05

Now and then, one may still find a country weekly with no more journalistic judgment than to clutter up it's news col umns with the harangues of every Tom, Dick and Benny who may happen along with a political axe to grind.
Williams news., 1917-07-05
SANTA FE TIME TABLE
WEST BOUND

Arrives Leaves No. 1 100 A. M. 11:10 A. M. No. 9 12:1O P. M. 1920 P. M. No. 7 9:15 P. M. 9:15 P. M. No. 8 10:15 P. M. 1925 P. M. No. 21 8 :45 A. M. 3:55 A. M.
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Williams news., 1917-07-05
THE. METHODIST CHURCH

Sunday School at 9:45 Morning Service HOO Epworth League ' p. m. Evening Service 8 p. m.
 Wednesday Prayer meeting and Bible study at 8 p. m.