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The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
JON
The Quicker the Better

Judge-ou speed limit here is 30
miles an hour, and you were going so.
He you anything to say for your
SELF
Prisoner-You see. Judge. l vas
car, .ng some dynamite in that car
and
Judge-Discharged, and, by special
dispensation, the speed limit in this
borough Is raised for the next quarter
Of an hour to thousand miles
minute.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
ARLINGTON

Mr.. and Mrs. G. NJ. Vaughn wer In
Buffalo. n. Y, several days last week.
o. r. Smith Of Leominster, Mass,
was Sunday guest at Alfred Bucks.
w. !. Jones Of the Refrigerator Co.,
is spending two weeks at Atlantic
City.
Miss Sadie Hard has returned from
visiting hor sister, Mrs. w. ]. Bevis in
Scotia, N. Y.
Mrs. Lawler has bought ii Charles
Woodward the farm recently owned by
Richard Webb
George Howard, who has been con-
fined TO the house by illnsss, is able
70 be out again.
Harold Bushee has been unable to
attend his school in Bennington the
past week on account of Illness.
Hugh Webb and Max Grout are in
Racine, Wis, where they expect TO
take positions with the Mitchell Auto
mobile Co.
Enos Lata1rop of Benrns gton, spent
Sunday with his mother, Mrs. May
Lathrop, who accompanied him home
for a short visit.
Invitations are out fm the golden
wedding reception Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Orlando f. Adams at their home on
Main street, Monday evening, Feb 26.
Mrs. Lester Robinson Of South
SALISBURY, rand Mrs. William Hitch
cock and chiklren Of Manchester, were
recent guests Of their parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. j. b. Lakin.
The family Of Frazier Mears is un-
der quarantine on account Of the III
ness of Mrs. Mears with scarlet fever
The children Of J. w. lyman and Jas
Martin are also under quarantine for
observation.
Mr.. Styles died Saturday at the
home Of his daughter, Mrs Charles
Crofut with whom he had made has
home the past Hiree years. Formerly
his home was IN New Jersey. The
funeral was held Monday afternoon.
Announcement cards have been re
ecived Of the marriage Of Mis-, Mabel
Rogers TO Charles w. Russell, Febru-
airy 7th., in New York City. Miss
Rogers is a niece of Mrs +. n. Can
field, and has passed nearly all her
life in town.
The marriage Of Miss Dorothy
Foughton Of North Bennington and
VIM. r. Scott of OHIO, took place at
the lone OF her grandmother in North
Bennington, Wednesday evening, Feb
It'll. Miss Houghton has been a teach
or in town for tie past two years and
has many friends here.
The sock social given by st James
Guild was quite success financially
ss -'oll as socially, thirty dollars being
taken In. Music on the Vfctrola let
tsr from Mrs Flavia Canbeld describ-
ing nor trip by auto from New York
70 Southern Pines, N. c., was read. A
grab bag. which created much amuse-
mcnt, was the entertainment for the
evening. Light refreshments we're
served.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
Wasn't. That Slick!

The usual crowd of small boys wsf
gathered about the entrance of a or
Gus tent in small town one dny, puRl-
ing and try1ngto get a glimpse Of 'tsie
interior. A man standing near watch
ed them for few moments, then
walking up to the ticket taacer he said
with an air of authority:
"Let all these boys in, and count
them as they pass.
The gatCnan did as requested, and
when the last one had gone he turned
and said: "Twenty-eight, SIR"
"Good," Eaid the man, smiling as he
walked away, 81 thought guessed
right. "-Lsdies' Home Journal.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
Preparing for The Worst

Beth boys had been rude to their
mother. She put them ito bed earlier
than usual, and then complained to
,their father about Ehem. So he start
ed up the stairway, and they heard
him coming.
Here comes papa said Maurice;
~ am going to make believe l am
asleep"
T'm net" said Harry, ~ am going
to get up and put something on
Ladies' Home Journal.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
CRISIS NEAR AT HAND
Germanys Action in OBTAINING Aaeri-
can Ssslors May Prove the "0,er;

Nefmahy D hctnn IN DeeAWs&k e@'P
can Ssslors May Prove the "O,er;
Act
Washington, Feb. l3--An inquiry
concerning the re-detention by Ger
many Of the 72 American seamen
brought in by the prize ship Yarrow-
dale was dispatched TO Berlin today
By the United States preliminary to
more vigorous action if the men are
not promptly released.
The plight Of these sailors occupied
much Of the time at today's cabinet
meeting, given over to the crisis grow
ing out Of Germany's submarine war
fare. 1t was agreed that their liberty
again should be demanded in most
emphatic fashion. Pending complete
reports as TO the treatment of German
crews on war bound ships in the Phil
ippines, Hawaii and elsewhere, how
ever, the government will content 1t
self with the inquiry as to why the
Americans are held and under what
conditions.
Cabinet Discusses Situation
The cabinet discussed every phase
of the international situation. The
question Of providing navy guns for
American ship owners desiring to arm
their vessels for defense was consider
ed, but it was stated offrially after
ward that no decision was reached. 1t
is understood th2s there was a division
OF opinisn with most Of the cabinet
officers strongly favoring furnishing
the guns both on the gyound that per.
hitting American ships to remain idle
m port suggests acquiescence in Ger
many's course and because the con
gestion Of ocean bound freight IN the
,country's ports is assuming serious
proportions. Two or three members
are said to have contended that the
policy would be unwise. The president
will decide sthe question.
LAST Day of Grace"
News that an official statement had
been issued at Berlin announcing that
yesterday was the last "day of grace"
allowed neutral shipping before the
unrestricted submarine went into full
effect did not apyreciably increase ten
sim here. There has been full realiz-
alton, ever since the sinking Of the
Anchor liner California, that the Ger
man campaign is being carried on in
defiance of the United States and that
Providence only is to be thanked that
the overt act against American life
that i'll preciptate war has not been
committed.
There were strong indications dur
ing the day that the severance OF rela-
-tions with Germany would be extended
to the other central powers. Austria's
adherence to Germany's position is re-
garded as virtually certain to force a
break with that country. Ambassador
Elkus at Constantinople was instruct
cd today to ascertain whether sub
marines operating under the Turkish
flag were under the same instructions
as those of Germany and Austria.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

1t is So years since Gilbert A. Davis
of Windsor was admitted to the bar,
and his is the longest continuous prac-
tice of any lawyer in Vermont. He is
in his SD year Former Governor
Pingree of White River Junction, is "a
years old, but has not been in practice
so long as Mr.. Davis.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
Same Old Story

Mother-You were a long time in
tn conservatory with Mr. Willing last
night, my child. What was going on?
Daughter-Did you ever sit in the
conservatory with father before yoE
married him?
Nother-I suppose ! did.
Daughter-Well mother, it's the
sama old world.-irish World.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
Why He Went

"why did you come to college, any
way? You are not studying" said the
professor. "Wcll,'' said Willie, II
don't know exactly myself. Mother
says it is to fit me for the presidency;
Uncle Bill, to SOW my wild oats; Sis,
to get a chum for her to marry, and
Pa, to bankrupt the iamily."-Ladies'
Hone Journal.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

After being closed for three weeks
on account of scarlet fever, the North
Troy schools reopened last Monday,
only to be closed again the next day
because of a second outbreak of the
disease.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

The secretary of the state board Of
health, Dr. c. F. Dalton, reports the
development of two infantile paralys-
is cases during January one at Bris-
tol and another in Berkshire.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
A Wondroua Language

The Frenchman asked an English
sparmaker what he was making. "A
yard," was the reply. How much
have you got done :" was the next
question. "A yard" Where did the
spar come from" The yard" And
the Frcnchman was very much sur
prisei a, the lucidity Of the answers
s.d amazed a, the simplicity Of our
tanguage.--Lcisure Hours.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
PAGE SEVEN

Panama Canal. Among other things
Mr.. Dyer calls attention 10 the fact
that there are 400 100000 pairs of feet
in China, all Of which ought to be shod
with st. Louis shoes, and he proposes
TO do what he can TO bring that about
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Capt. F. A. Rennie, who for nine
months has been in charge of the Sal
walton Army work in Brattleboro, has
been called to the pastorate Of the
Baptist Church in West Guilford and
has accepted. He had his training in
the Bible Training school in Edinburg,
Scotland.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Thomas ]. Miller, who died Wednes-
day at his home in Brattleboro at the
age Of 70 years, was veteran of the
Civil War, where he served in Co. B,
10th Vermont.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
HOr PrhIe's Sake

"She is q womaS who has suffered
Q great deal Tor her belief" announced
Mabel.
Indeed? What is her belief ?" qEes-
toned an admirer.
"She believes she can wear a NUM-
Der four shoe on a number SIX foot"
Irish World.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
Eating PecuIiarities

isn't the horse peculiar animal ~.
an what way"
"Why, he can always eat best when
tie hasn't hit in his mouth. Albany
Argus.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Frank Dow, night Waterman at the
Robertson paper mill in Bellows Falls,
vas attacked by an unknown man on
Tuesday night as he was making his
rounds. While Mr.. Dow was reaching
for his gun, the assailant escaped.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
The Same

"Dc you act toward your wife as yo'
did before you married her." Exact
~. remember Jus; how ] used T.
s@s when first fell in love with her
I used TO hang over the fence ip from,
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Six couples from outside the state
were married at Bellows Falls, Feb. 7,
among them being two weddings
which were hastened because Of call
to the grooms, members of the navy,
to sail.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15
STATE NEWS

The Lyndonville Community league
has decided to hire district nurse for
six months, action after that being de
termined by the success of the plan.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Rev. w. A. Warner, who has been
for II years pastor Of the Congrega-
tional Church in Barton, is considering
an offer TO go elsewhere, so he an
nounced last Sunday. Mr.. Warner
went TO BARTON from Bethel.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Roland, son Of S. l.. Bishop of Ben
son, cut off three fingers Of his left
hand when looking with an axe a few
days ago.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Warren and Henry Woodland, broth
ers, who had lived alone at their home
in Fairlee for many years, since their
mothers death. died this week from
the grip, exposure and lack Of nour-
ishment. Warren Woodland died Sun
day and his brother, Tuesday. When
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

James Packard Of White River
Junction, has been awarded bronze
medal by the Ralston, Peurina hero
commission Of st. Louis, Mo-, for saw
ing his brother, Alfred, from drowning
when he slipped into the river two
years ago. Alfred is year older than
James, who is only seven.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

The Brandon Band recently cleared
fS138.90 from series Of pictures CIV
en- there and will use the money TO
purchase a set of circular alto horns.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Ignatz Grettes, an employe Of the
Deedfeld Lumber corporation, is in a
serious condition at the Troy, N. Y,
hospital with frozen hands, and it is
feared it may be necessary to ampu-
tate both.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Rev. Charles A. Wing, son of the
late John Wing of Montpelier, who has
been pastor of the Concord, N. H.,
Unitarian Church for the past five
years, has accepted call to the First
Unitarian Church at Baltimore, Md,
one of the largest churches of the de-
nomination in the country.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Of her house and gaze at her shadow
on the curtain. afraid 10 20 in. And !
&C; just the same way nov when | get
home late. Brooklyn Citizen.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

they were found, one was dead and the
other dying.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Of her house and gaze at her shadow
on the curtain, afraid 10 90 in. And !
&C; just the same way nov when | gcs
home late. Brooklyn Citizen.
Hes a criminal lawyer, isn't he ?"
Yes, vcry."--Life,
She-"l'm 70 glad 10 meet you pro-
fessorl Didn't my boy take Latin Of
you ?" Professor--"No, Madam; but
he was exposed."-Judge.
Bilkins-"Home, they say, Is the
dearest place on earth" wilkins
yes; that's why we quit housekeeping
and went to board. Boston Tran
script
Pop, do ships ever faint" what
n question child. OF course not"
But there's a story where it says the
ship came baltimore American
"Bliggins is a little annoying in
manner, bu, his heart is in the right
place" "Yes," objected Miss Cay
enne, but you can't be expected to
perform a surgical operation on every
disagrcsabe person to ascertain where
his heart is."-Washington Star.
These photographs you made of
myself and husband are not at all sat
isfactory, and refuse to accept them
Why, my husband looks like an ape!'
"Well, madam, that's no fault Of mine.
You should have thought Of that be-
fwe you had ham taken. Puck
Charley, dear said young Mrs.
Torkins, what is diplomat" ''Why
DO you want TO know" Il want to
understand what's going on when i
read about r." "Well, that's just
what a diplomat, as a rule, is m BUSH
ness to present you from dnlng. -
Washington Star
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Cornwall faces large deficit in its
general town account this year, the
total Indebtedness being $1,000, or
5000 more than last year. The schools
have run behind $500 and there was
deficit on the school account brought
over from last year, making 5000 in
all in that one branch.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Hes a criminal lawyer, isn't he ?"
Yes, ycry."--Life,
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Joseph Sturgeon of Mountain Mills,
fell in North Adams, Mass. hotel re-
Gently, striking his head against a
piece of furniture and fracturing his
skull. Trephining was resorted TO and
it is expected he will recover.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

A double funeral was held in Ches-
ter for Mr.. and Mrs. William Thomas,
the latter OF whom died Thursday
morning and the former Thursday
night, both of pneumonia. Six chill
dren survive, one of whom is just re-
covering from the disease. Three of
the children are quite young.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

She-"l'm 10 glad TO meet you pro-
fessor Didn't my boy take Latin Of
YOU" Professor-"No, Madam; but
he was exposed."-Judge.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

Pop, do ships ever faint" "What
n question child. OF course not"
But there's story where it says the
ship came Baltimore American.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1917-02-15

T EG5--
e,L ~
-A-S ~
FxssSs
MAKE HIM
they were found, one was dead and the
other dying.
Roland, son Of S. L. Bishop of Ben
son, cut off three fingers Of his left
hand when looking with an axe a few
days ago.
The Brandon Band recently cleared
'S138.90 from a series Of pictures Civ
en- there and will use the money TO
purchase set of circular alto horns.
1gnatz Grettes, an employe Of the
Deedfeld Lumber corporation, is in a
serious condition at the Troy, N. Y,
hospital with frozen hands, and it is
feared it may be necessary to ampu-
tate both.
Joseph Sturgeon of Mountain Mills,
fell in North Adams, Mass. hotel re-
Gently, striking his head against a
piece of furniture and fracturing his
skull. Trephining was resorted to and
it is expected he will recover.
A double funeral was held in Ches-
ter for Mr.. and Mrs. William Thomas,
the latter Of whom died Thursday
morning and the former Thursday
night, both of pneumonia. Six chill
dren survive, one of whom is just re-
covering from the disease. Three of
the children are quite young.
Cornwall faces large deficit in its
general town account this year, the
total Indebtedness being $1,000, or
5000 more than last year. The schools
have run behind $500 and there was
deficit ON the school account brought
over from last year, making 5000 in
all in that one branch.
Rev. Charles A. Wing, son of the
late John Wing of Montpelier, who has
been pastor of the Concord, N. H.,
Unitarian Church for the past five
years, has accepted a call to the First
Unitarian Church at Baltimore, Md,
one of the largest churches of the de-
nomination in the country.
Capt. F. A. Rennie, who for nine
months has been in charge of the Sal
walton Army work in Brattleboro, has
been called to the pastorate of the
Baptist Church in West Guilford and
has accepted. He had his training in
the Bible Training school in Edinburg,
Scotland.
1t is So years since Gilbert A. Davis
IF Windsor was admitted to the bar,
and his is the longest continuous prac-
ice of any lawyer in Vermont. He is ,
n his SD year. Former Governor
Pingree of White River Junction, is "a
years old, but has not been in practice
so long as Mr.. Davis.
TO PROTECT BULL-HEADS {
Action Sought in New Hampshire
Legislature. Closed Season for |
Horn P0uts Advocated. Legislation i
Affects Cost of Living.
Concord, N. H., Feb. SIN the New
rls al
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-15
Republicans Say He Packed
Commission with Low
Duty Men
Prof. Taussig Is Head
Penrose Asserts President Ig-
nored Non-Partisan Pro-
vision of Law

Washington, March 14.-In naming
the six members of the new tariff com
mission to-day President Wilson is ac-
cused by Republican Senators of pack
ing the commission with freetraders
and single TAKERS ignoring the spirit
of the law, which intended non-par-
tisan commission. The men appointed
are:
Professor Frank w. Taussig, of Har-
ward (chairman), who has written
books in favor of free trade.
Daniel c. Roper, first assistant post
master general up until the opening Of
the campaign for the reelection of Will
son, when he resigned to give his entire
time to the practical political end.
David J. Lewis, who represented the
9th Maryland District in the House Of
Representatives until March 4. He is
lame duck, having been defeated for
United States Senator.
William Kent, of California, former
independent member Of the House, who
supported Wilson in the last election.
William Culbertson, OF Kansas, for
mer Bull Moose, who believes in low
tariff. He was connected with the old
tariff board.
Edward c. Costigan, who ran on the
Bull Moose ticket for Governor of
Colorado and was beaten.
"Not one of them is a Republican,
and all. with one possible exception,
are Wilson men and voted for him last
November" snorted Senator Penrose,
ranking Republican of the Senate
Finance Committee, to which the nom
nations we're referred. But, Their
President Wilson has always ignored
the law with regard to non-partisan
commissions. Believers in adequate
protection for American industry have
not one representative on a board Of
six members"
The one man of the six who may not
have voted for Wilson is William Gull
bertson. who is approved by Senator
Curtis, despite Culbertson's Bull Moose
wanderings.
Democrats in the Senate were quite
in the dark with reference to some of
the men appointed, and are awaiting
information before acting.
Mr.. Lewis could scarcely be said to
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-15
Rae Tanner Repeats Story
Breaks Down Twice Telling
of "Oliver Osborne"

Rae Tanner told the story of her re-
lations with "Oliver Osborne" all over
again in the Federal District Court yes
terday. The recital took three hours
and cost her two outbursts of weeping.
The girl, who is being tried for per-
jury for the second time. recounted the
earlier details Of her affair with
"Oliver" in an even voice. It was not
until she started the chapter dealing
with her arrest for using the mails to
defraud that she broke down. After
much encouragement by Judge Van
Fleet she was able 70 continue.
After reterating her belief that
James w. Osborne, who was in court,
had posed as Oliver, the witness was
cross-examined. She was forced to tell
he names of several men whom she
nad known before she met the person
responsible for all her woe. Her sec
and outburst came toward the close Of
the session, when she was forced to
answer several personal questions.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-15
Business Troubles
BANKRUPTCY Petitions

PRIEDI.ANDER DIAMOND JEWEIHl 'oM
PANY. INC-A petition 10 bNkfuvLy nas ..en
ried aRainsi tfr Friedlander Diamond JeFeiry '"in
paiy me u 80 Nassau s. by The following , ,5i
ito-s Elgard Gettingsr 1881 Simon Brand. Slsf
,nd Msrtus Pollark iI24. II was alleged hat ne
-umpsny transferred stock 81 $1,000 and male male
rrferesltisi payments ~ s. 900 Cre'itors resent
GRANTED tho Company an extension. and we're 700
mai unless II was granted the creditors would no,
-s-sriye one dola- The company VS. incorporate
On January %. 1914 Liabilities are stated 70 %
81 0O0 AMI assets s. 900 -.
PRANK DENAREST salesman. At 10 En'
1t0th -, has led a retitinn in bankruptcy. Win
liabilities - S25.j9j and no assets or NE llaDlI
ties s2S 900 is a damage suit IN the supreme
t'fsi-, for PERSONAL injuries IN favor ~ Rose Bume
lsSIE FINKEISTEIN. II lis Forsyth 81. hs.
flel retiiion in bankruptcy, with Liabilities ~
f97 Oa5 and no assets Among the cr'siitprs are
the IAon BreNc-y. $1,000. the kArp Consiruti"'
company 81 G20 and kObre's Bank. $500.
y CHRISTAINO 3 80 4 petition IN bank
r,lptry has been filed sganst =. Christaino ana
6}coryr Saro. composing tho hrm of T. th7ahno
4 90. wholesale dealers in wines and liugors az
3sS Rroome ST. hy these creditors. lnaiz Scaiuto
,l75: r. Tgani $500 and Giuseppe GaliTani.
$500 Liabilities arr SIS 900 and aaseis $1,000.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-15
Strikers Asked to Wait
Defence Society Says Walk
out Now Is a Menace

The trustees of the American Defence
Society yesterday adopted resolutions
denouncing a railroad strike at this
time as a menace to the nation and 3
move calculated to bring disrepute to
organized labor.
1--WE therefore call upon you" says
the society, addressing the brother
hoods. mot as union men, but as men
of our American unions, to realize that
YOU are. first of all. Americans. and to
hold above all other considerations the
need of this nation at war. And we
appeal to you in the name of patriotism
to postpone until more peaceful and
safe times an effort to adjust the
wrongs which you may now endure"