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Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06
SUSSEX LEVY COURT

The Sussex Levy Court held its reg
ular weekly meeting on Tuesday.
Leroy Webb appeared before the
body and claimed damages for the
loss OF a horse. the death of which
resulted from its falling in a hole
while the owner was returning from
Greenwood where he had delivered a
load of wood. Action in the matter
was postponed until next Tuesday.
Harley c. Otwell. who was elected
constable for the Fourth district on
March goth, failed to give bond in the
time prescribed by law and was re-
elected. He then gave bond.
J. T. Masten was elected tender of
the bridge crossing the government
canal at RehobOth: salary SIS per
month if lighted; $12 per month if not
lighted.
Frank E. Johnson of Lewes was
elected constable for the Tenth Repre-
sentative district. Mr.. Johnson gave
bond.
The members of the Levy Court ac-
cepted an invitation extended person
ally by former Levy Courtman Harry
W. Johnson to accompany him at the
latter's expense on a trip next We'd
nesday to the western section of the
county for the purpose, it is presum-
ed, of viewing the bad condition of the
roads in his district. The county road
engineer will accompany them.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

THE WOMEN of England have
proven their ability to support the
business and continue the work of the
men who have been called to the fight
ing lines. and as a result. they are re-
ceiving the support of the greatest
statesmen of that country. who now
advocate the recognition of women as
the equal of men in the political af-
fairs of the leading nation on earth.
1t requires great cataclasms to arouse
men from self-sufficiency, and the
great war in Europe appears to have
brought facts to the statesmen of
England, for they are now earnest
advocates of women's suffrage. This
will be the result in the United States
one of the nearby years.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06
WARWICK

Fish are quite plentiful in the Indian
River, since the reopening OF the inlet.
Larger catches Of herring are being
made and quite a few perch caught.
Mrs. Grace Morris Of New York, is
visiting her brother. Charlie Harris at
the Pine Point Farm, located along the
Indian River.
Miss Alma Faucet Of Georgetown was
the week end guest of Miss Myrtle Lin
go.
Wilbert Joseph has returned to WI
mington, after spending some time with
his father. James Joseph.
Harold Barto had the misfortune to
have his left hand badly sprained while
working in a saw mill on Monday.
Miss Myrtle West entertained a num-
Der Of her young friends to a candy par
ty on Saturday evening.
" to be some pretty large runs during
Mrs. Matilda Smith is III with lagrippe.
Mrs. Hannah Belts and son Of Mill
vile were recent guests Of Mr.. and Mrs.
William T. Mcgee.
No loafers through this section now.
Everyone seems extremely busy getting
the spring farm work done.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06
HARRINGTON.

Coursey Langrell has accepted a posi-
tion i'm Hix Longs store.
Mrs. Roup. the "silver-tongued orator
of the south" will address the W. c. T.
u. in May.
Miss Violet Morris Of the twelfth grade
won the first prize Of the Kent County
Temperance contest, Of which Mrs. Lila
Wilson Aaron, of Dover, is the superin-
tendent.
John Waller recently celebrated his
7Srd birthday at a family reunion. Many
relatives were present.
Quite number attended the family
reunion Of Mr.. and Mrs. Marcellus
Smith.
Home Economics" as seen by the
chairman. Mrs. Harry Bice! will be given
by the Century Club on April 1lth.
Miss Gladys Vincent has returned af-
ter visit of six weeks in Anderson
town.
Miss Lydia Hardesty attended confer
ence as the guest Of her brother, Rev.
G. l.. Hardesty.
Gardening, poultry raising and house
cleaning are the order OF the day.
Miss Sara Coulbourn returned on Mon
uay from several Gays visit with rela-
tives in Milford.
Mrs Wolcott. Mrs W. S. Smith, Mrs.
vertie Cahan, Mrs. A. c. Creadick and
Miss Caroline Sharp attended conference.
Mrs. J. W. Sheldrake has been ap-
pointed social chairman Of the Aid Soci-
ETY. OF the Presbyterian church.
Alice H. Ross returned from Seaford
Hon Monday from a visit Of several days
in Seaford where she went as the guest
OF Mr.. and Mrs. A. H. Lord. Mrs. ].
b. Lord, and Prof and Mrs. Harrington.
For your Easter and Wedding Gifts
see Stokes. the ieweler.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06
DAGsBoRo.

Our town has had two fire scares the
past week, the first being at the home OF
Larry Truitt. which was just above the
store room The fire was caused by an
oil stove, which was lit and sitting in a
draught causing the flames to go to the
attic Bells and whistles brought a
large crowd, and the fire was soon under
control. The occupants are now staying
at the home of J. L. Daisy until the ne
cessary repairs are made TO their home.
The other fire was at the home Of Mrs.
Jennie johnson and caught from an in
cubator while she was away. 1t also did
considerable damage.
Mrs. Jehu F. Derrickson and little
daughter, Annie Wood, are the guests of
her sister, Mrs Fayetta Williams.
William Baker son Of Washington Bak
er. has secured employment in Philadel-
phia.
The Fourth Quarterly conference met
at the NJ. p Church on Saturday after
noon with good attendance.
Arthur Atkins brother and wife, visit
ed him this week end.
William Hearn Of Philadelphia, visited
his uncle, R. D. Lingo, Jr., this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. John H. Dukes have re-
turned from Baltimore where they spent
the winter
Little Aleine Nelson is spending sew
eral weeks with her aunt, Mrs. Maude
Helm.
Afessrs. John and Frank Owens Of
Fruitland spent two days with their sis
ter. Mrs. Bertha Brumbly.
Mrs William Hudson and daughter
have returned from Wilmington. Her
father and mother win return soon.
Miss Rose Wheatley visited her par
ents this week end.
Misses Elsie Helm and Viola Mears
were in SeIbyviile shopping last satur-
day.
Mrs. J. ]. Downs returned from Phil
adelphia last Friday evening.
The Parent Teacher Association met
for the last time this term last Tuesday
evening.
Mrs. Mae McCabe of selbyville spent
Friday in town.
Ollie McCabe has purchased an Over
land car.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

BY ONE years neglect the streets
of Milford have gotten into a stage
where it will require large sums OF
money to place them again in proper
condition. 1t may be satisfying to
some people to have their way for a
time. but in the end the tax payers
have to pay the bill. 1t has come to
a point when the streets of Milford
need thousands of dollars spent upon
them to place them in satisfactory
condition for travel. The sidewalks
need attention now, and notices given
to those along public streets where
public improvement has been done, to
put down concrete sidewalks, will in
sure better appearance as well as
comfort for pedestrians.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

SINCE THE anti-shipping law has
been in force, the money order bust
ness through the Milford post Office
has been reduced approximately one
half. This loss of business at the
post Office in Milford is the result of
stopping negro women, negro boys
and white men from dealing in liquor
Illegally, and its volume shows the
amount Of money which is now left at
home with a class of people who are
spending it for necessities of life.
They are looking better and they are
not only appearing better, but their
physical condition is better They are
better fed. better clothed, and, of the
greatest importance, many of the
loafers are now working. This latter
alone is worth an untold amount to
the people at large. by reason of the
fact. that labor is scarce, and the ad-
dition of this class to the working
ranks. will help the farmers and the
fruit growers to grow more fruit.
more grain, and turn out more sup
plies for a general market which
needs every pound the country can
produce. This is the main factor in
the prohibition question; that all men
and women will be able to produce
their part. and cease to be drones, and
consumers of that which they have
not helped to produce. The new
anti-shipping law is doing what it was
expected it would accomplish. En-
force it, and even the habitual drunk
ard will shortly bless those who de-
prived them of the alcoholic drink
which ruined them financially and
physically. so that they were discards
and useless creatures in the commun-
ity in which they lived. Prohibition
builds up the morals, the home and
the state, as well as brings about eco
nOmical benefits for all the people.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

IT is NOT a frolic for the teachers
who will attend the Summer School
to be held at Delaware College dur
ing July and August next. The State
has provided for the payment Of their
actual expenses at Summer Schools,
but they will be under strict supervi-
sion by the director of the school,
who will also check up each attend
ance, and the diligence of each teach
er. and upon that check roll will de-
pend the assurance of being entitled
to have the State Treasurer pay for
their board and travel expenses. If
regular attendance and diligent effort
is made during the entire session,
then the law permits payment to be
made. and only under such record
will warrants be drawn.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

UNDER THE recent acts of the
legislature it is illegal to levy taxes
upon automobiles for county. school
or municipal purposes The new lie
ense rates are regarded as sufficient
tax upon motor vehicles. This we be-
lieve is only just and proper. The
schools now receive larger appropri-
ations from the school fund, and will
not need to impose taxes upon auto
mobiles. It is also well to remember
that now the schools of all parts of
Delaware can afford to make changes
in the school buildings, by simply
maintaining the usual tax rates they
have had in the past. More than half
the schools need heating and ventil-
ating systems. larger school rooms,
or modern conveniences in and out
Of the school rooms.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

THE SONS of Delaware Society
of Philadelphia will hold its annual
planked shad dinner in Milford dur
ing the month of May About four hun
dred members are expected to visit
Milford at that time, and we suggest
that the people, one and all, prepare
TO show our visitors the bright side
OF the town. Clean up and paint up,
as well as have the streets in excel
lent condition.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

A LAW passed last month by the
Delaware legislature makes it oblig-
atory to teach in the higher branches
or grades, of all Delaware public
schools, "First-Aid" to the injured
This is a very necessary thing for all
the people to know. In time of acci-
dent from cuts. or any form of injury
which sewers arteries, life depends
upon prompt remedy, and every boy
or girl should know exactly how to
apply knOtted cord or bandage so as
10 stop the flow of blood quickly. It
Is a good thing for all of us to know
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06
STATE OF Delaware, }

COUNTY OF SUSSEX %
Before me. a Justice Of the Peace in and for me
State and county aforesaid. personally appeared
Theo. Townsend President Of Milford Chronicle
Publishing Co. who. having been duly sworn ac-
eording 70 law deposes and says that he ls tn tne
following ia, to the best Of his knowledge and
belief. q true statement Of the ownership: man
agement etc. Of the Aforesaid publication Tor ne
date shown in the above caption. required BY the
Act Of August a. 1912. embOd ed In section 445'
Postal Laws and Regulations; to wit;
l. That the names and addresses OF the PuD
tiaher. editor managing editor and business man
Pubiisher Milford Chronicle Publishing Com
F3;tor Tbeodo-e Townsend Milford Delaware.
Managing Editor. George Marshall Townsend
Milford, Delaware . 80.
q That the owners are:
Theodore Townsend. Milford Delaware IS West
Second Street
George Marshall Townsend. Milford, Delaware,
Thomas c. Reynolds Milford. Delaware. SOs East
Pauline Townsend. Milford Delaware IS West
Second Street.
81 That the known bondholders, mortgages,
and other security holders. holding per cent or
more Of total amount of bonds mortgages or other
securities None.
a that the two paragraphs next above. giving
the names Of the owners. stockholders and Sc,
curity holders. If any contain not only the list oi
stockholders and security holders as tnty appear
upon the books Of the company Dut aso IN chse7
where the stool holder er securty holder appears
upon the books Of the company as trustee or IN
anv other fdtciarv relation. the name of the per
son or corporation for whom such trustee IS act
ing is given; also hat the said two paragraphs
contain statements embracing afhaut IuH hlo"l-
EDGE and teiief as 20 the circumstances and con-
ditions under which stockholders and security !
holders who do not appear upon TIE books ot the |
company az truetees. hold stock and securities IN
cqpnoit ~ other than that Of bona hde owner and
this aihant has to believe that any other
person association. or corporation has any interest
direct or indirect in the said stock bonds' or other
securities thlu a. so stated 10y him.
g. That the average number Of copies OF eic,,i |
issue Of this hLca tjOn sold ordistributed hrolfh
the mails r otherwise TO paid subscribers during
the six months preceding the date shown above is !
sO55 yv4eklv THEODORE TOWNSEND
Sworn to and subscribed |
TsfAr1 before me this 3lst day !
Of March. 1917.
EDWARD V. HENDERSON. Notary Public.
INV commis sion expires January I'm. l9loJ
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

MANY YEARS ago the State of Del
aware caused to be erected over the
grave of Colonel Hazlett at Cedar
Greek Mills, four miles east of Mil
ford, an appropriate monument. 1t
stands far away from the public road
in a cultivated field, surrounded by a
brick wall, and few people know of
its existence The last legislature
passed a joint resolution authorizing
the expenditure of three hundred dol
lars in procuring a lot in the Odd
Fellows Cemetery in Milford, and re-
moving the remains of Colonel Haz-
lett and re-erecting the monument on
the new site. In addition the resolu-
tion provides for the removal of the
remains of Governor Rogers and fam
lily from an obsolete grave yard near
Milford and placing them in the same
plot with those of Colonel Hazlett
and erecting the monuments. Sena-
tor Newton, of Bridgeville, is the
Chairman of the Committee named by
the legislative resolution, and will
have the matter in charge. This pro-
vides for the marking and maintain
ing of the graves of men of historical
importance in Delaware in incorpOr-
ated cemeteries which have a certain
ty of maintenance for centuries hence.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

NOW THAT the minimum wage to
be paid teachers in public schools has
been fixed, it becomes the duty OF ev-
cry rural school to secure the best
teacher possible to be had. The best
equipped teacher is none 700 good for
your school, so go after her early and
get the contract signed.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

Mo individual can possibly hope to unite
in himself all these qualities as well as
an established Trust Company.
We are qualified by law to act as Executor
or Administrator and the officers of this Com
pany are always accessible and will be glad to
discuss your financial problems with you, in
person or by correspondence.
YOUR WILL should be cautiously guard
ed; you can have your will prepared by us and
left for safe keeping.
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06

STATEMENT Of the ownership, management
circulation etc. required by the Act Of Congress
of August a. 1912. Of MILFORD CHRoNIcLE, pub
lished weekly az Milford. Delaware, for April lst'
Milford chronicle., 1917-04-06
[stAl

EDWARD V. HENDRIXsoN. Notary Public
(My eommissiO expires January 18th. l9leJ
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12
GERMAN DIPLOMACY
 BLUNDERS AGAIN
Berlin Did Not Expect United
 States to Break

Zurich, Feb. 12, (By wireless Press) "Details have been received regarding the sitting of the grand committee of the Reichstag ill Berlin on Jan. 31, from which it Is made clear that the German government did not expect President Wilson to break off diplomatic relations as re- suit of the governments notification of the resumption of unlimited sub marine operations. Thus 1t Is eVl- dent that Germany did not deliberate ly bring the new enemy into the field but made another diplomatic mlscal- culation similar to that which led the kaiser and, his advisers to believe in 1914 that England would remain neu- tral.
 At the same sitting the chancellor explained the situation in a speech, of which the following may be accept ed as an authentic summary:
 '"The German government has care fully weighed all possibilities and, aft CT careful deIberation, has come to the conclusion that President Wilson will not immediately break relations nor. adopt a vigorous hostile policy. Bernstorff has assured us that in his judgment the United States will not abandon neutrality in response to our notification of unrestricted submarine operations Bernstorff thinks the American government will address Germany one or more notes, but that in any case prolonged negotiations will probably lead to nothing serious. Regarding other neutrals, we may be assured that although they may pro- test they can do nothing more.
 "But if confident expectations with regard to America should prove er- roneous and war ensue, the Imperial Government is nevertheless convinced it is necessary to face even this re- suit. Our military experts have ad- vised us that the submarine blockade of England is the only hope of gain ing g. decisive victory over the En- tente powers.
 ''At all costs, therefore, we must make this effort to gain victory over our bitterest and most dangerous en- emy, England. The kaiser and the great general staff, our naval experts and German diplomacy, and German government, and Bundesrat are abso- lutely unanimous in believing we must resort to unrestricted subma- rine operations. All believe the risks involved in refraining from this su- in making it. We hope, therefore, to receive the unanimous support of the Reichstag at this grave moment"
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12
BAKERS BLAMED
 FOR COST OF BREAD
Rep. Rainey Suggests Association " Officers Be Questioned

Washington, Feb. Exchanging a concerted effort to put up the price of bread, Representative Ra1ney of Illinois, in a letter today to the fed eral trade commission and the de- partment of agriculture which have been directed by President Wilson to investigate the high cost of foods, suggests that certain men be called to testify as to what they know about the matter. These men are Paul Schulze, a Chicago broker; s. F. Me- Donald, Memphis, and J. B. Hall, Chicago, president and secretary re- spectively of the national master bak- CTS association, John Lind, Minneapo- lis, attorney for the wheat millers and the editor of The Modern Miller of St. Louis.
 II suggest calling these men," said MT. Rainey, because at the conven- ton of master bakers in Salt Lake City last August, Mr. Mcdonald an- nounced a nationwide move would
 be inaugurated at. once, both by ad- vertising and publicity, to educate the
 public to a ten cent loaf"
 MT. Rainey also charges the bak- CTS association with maintaining a lob- by here to prevent favorable action on the pending bill to repeal the tax l on mixed flour which, he says would open the bread market to about sixty million bushels of corn every year. Chicago, Feb. 12.-Agents of the l federal department of justice expect 1 to receive instructions today from Washington to continue an inquiry into food prices here in connection l with the investigation of the federal l trade commission, directed by Presi- l dent Wilson.
 They have already collected a quan- tity of information in this line and
 have forwarded it to Washington.
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

FOR SALE-Columbia Grafonola
 cabinet instrument, mahogany fn- ish. latest type, owner leaving town $6O for quick sale. includes records, Easy monthly or weekly terms to reliable party. Bargain Box. 10, 2 Herald. 2-e-tf
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

FOR SALE-One pair work horses,
 six and seven years old. Double X wagon and ore harness Two double sleighs and ons sleigh. 14t
 Hartford avenue 2-6-d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-Ofnce boy wanted. Ap- ply Herald Office. 2-S-tf
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-To do small family wash ings to take home. Good work promised, first floor. IA Edson St,
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED--Heated rooms for light house keeping. Herald, Box x IS x
 2-6-6C
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12
LOST.

LOST-This morning on Church
 street, a purse containing money. Finder return to Boston Store and
 receive reward. 2-12-1d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-Furnished rooms, single or suites in all parts of city. Big demand. Drop card for informa- t1on Eureka Information Bureau,
 S4 West Main St. 2-10-2d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-Girls Wanted for factory
 work, Apply Taplin Mfg Co.,, e5 Arch street. 2-1o-3d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

FOR SALE-Restaurant at 36z Main
 St., Quick. Bargain. 9466. 2-s-sdx
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

ORIENTAL RUGS. We sell. we buy, we exchange-also we do first class repairing. Barbour Rug Co.,. 4S Lewis street, Hartford. Conn. Tel. Charter 3397 or S7O. .f
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-By March 1st, sexton at
 St. Joseph's church. Apply at rectory. 2-12-d3
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

FOR SALE-Upright piano, good con- dition, also parlor set, brussels car pet and rug. 93 Fremont street
 2-7-6dx
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-A good small size roll-top desk and typewriter. Tel. 1852.
 2-7-6d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

FOR SALE-Second hand pool tAh.s. Ad5-ess Table. Box 12. Herald.
 t l0-t4-s.
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

FOR SALE-Second hand, one fGr- mace, four ranges. two gas stoves.
 F. w. Loomis & Co.. 1s9 Arch street f-I6-tS
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

FURNISHED ROOMS housekeeping. every separate convenience. Gen. tral. 16 Prospect street. 2-12-w1
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12
HELP WANTED-FEMAJ4E.

WANTED-Experien girl for gen.
 eral housework. Apply evenings 29 Park Place. 2-12-3d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-Room and board bv young man with German family. William Knodler, 66 Smith St., city.
 2-12-3dX
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANIED-To hire small farm, less than 70 acres. Address Farm, Box 6, Herald. 2-1O-2dx
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-An Italian, Polish and English speaking salesman. In- quire for Salesman, 460 Main St.
 2-1O-2dX
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-Young lady bookkeeper Address Bookkeeper, Herald office.
 2-1O-tf
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

WANTED-Boy 16 years or over in main office of local concern. Ad dress Box XXX, Herald Office.
 2-9-3d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12
FURNISHED ROOMS.

keeping. W. F. Bradley. 24e Main, e-l2-ldx
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12
WANTED.

WANIED--Three or four room ten- -ement by March 1st. ! Modern inn proVement and most centrally locat- ed.' state price Address Box 14BB.
 Herald Office 2-12-3d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

TO RENT-Five room flat, modern and up-to- date, 40 Maple street. P. J. Murray and Co.,, Real Estate and
 Insurance, 325 Main. 2-12-6d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

TO RENTING room tenement sec ond floor. 320 South Main street,
 Quigley, PIT Main. 2-12-tf
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

TO RENT-Six room house and three acres of land, 15 minutes from Plainville center, five minutes from
 trolley, Apply I. J. Birnbaum,
 PlainvilIe 2-12-tf
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12
HELP WANTED-MALE.
WANTED

WANTED-Yo Young man 16 to IS years old in bookkeeping department of large manufacturing concern. Ad- dress Box XIX, Herald Office.
 2-12-3d
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

TO RENTING room tenement En- quire 1s1 South Main, or Longs shoe store 2-2-tf
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12

CONN. MAIL CLERK examinations Feb. 10th. Sample questions. Frank lin Institute. Dept. 3S B. Rochester, N r.
New Britain herald., 1917-02-12
10 RENT.

TO RENT-11a ton Federal truck with driver. For particulars call telephone 639, Bristol, Conn.
 2-12-6d