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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-24

The steamer Zaandijk was owned
cording to the lines agents here the
vessel was enroute from Rotterdam to
New York in ballast.
The Noorderdijk, also a Holland
America liner, carrying cargo of
grain from New York to Rottrdam,
had put in at Falmouth and was sunk
between Falmouth and Rotterdam
government.
The Eemland was owned by the
Royal Dutch Lloyds. She was coming
from Rotterdam in ballast for New
York and had called at Falmouth.
The Jacatra, owned by the Rotter-
dam Lloyds, left New York on JAM
26 with grain for the Dutch govern
ment. She had put in at Kirkwall
The Menado, also owned by the
Rotterdam Lloyds, was believed to be
on her way to the United States from
Rotterdam to get grain.
Apparently most of these vessels
were in Kirkwall or Falmouth during
the early days of the jperiod of Ger
many's unrestricted submarine war
fare. :,
For more than year all ships fly
ing the flag Of Holland have been
filling from SO to 80 per cent Of their
cargo space with grain. This space
was commandeered and the grain was
all consigned to the Dutch govern
ment
None of the ships reported sunk
carried passengers.
London, Feb. 24-The British
steamer Grenadier has been sunk,
L1oyds announce. The captain and
six men were killed and the rest Of
the crew landed.
The British steamer Trojan Prince
also has been sunk.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-02-24
FRENCH SMASH
GERMAN LINES
NEAR HEN0NES

Paris, Feb. 24-The war Office an
nounces that French detachment
penetrated the German lines in the
Vosges north of Henones last night.
Berlin, Feb. "a, by wireless to Say
vilIe-The Germans yesterday aban-
doned parts of an advanced position
in the Somme section, to the British,
the war office announces. The French
attack in the Champagne failed.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

w. H. Smith, cashier of the Prince
ton State bank, returned on Saturday
from a visit in South Dakota, making
the trip in an automobile Mrs. Smith,
who accompanied MIN, will return
later. P. L. O'Reilly assisted in the
bank during Mr.. Smiths absence and
is now taking Mr.. Jorgensen's place in
the institution while the vice presi-
dent is absent in Iowa.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Geo. j. Gleisner of Page and Don M.
Cotton Of Onamia, mentioned last week
as not appearing before the local ex-
emption board, arrived late-after the
Union had made copy Of the records
and no more registrants we're expect
ed-and were duly examined and
passed, while Gilbert Maggart will un-
dergo the physical test in Michigan,
where he now lives.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

On Saturday the members of the
Princeton high school alumni gave an
ice cream social for the benefit of the
Red Cross society on the Congrega-
tional' church lawn and a neat little
sum was Melted therefron1. ~ a.~s'...@..:.S
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Chas. E. Lucas of Wahkon will con-
duct large boat livery and commo-
dious bath house at the foot of Main
street, Wahkon, he having received a
permit from the village council to
erect such buildings as are necessary
for his purposes. Mr.. Lucas has al
ready made arrangements with the
owners of buildings on the site which
he will occupy.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

The West Branch creamery asso-
citation will hold it's annual picnic
the grounds near tn. school house in
district 4, Greenbush, on Saturday,
August Is. Speakers from the state
dairy department will address the as
semblage and there will be baseball
game. Farmers are requested to pro-
vide luncheon; Everyone will receive
a cordial welcome at this annual fes-
tival, = r .:-'J|
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Capt. Hyatt and Lieut.. Cutter of
Anoka visited the boys of Company
G on Saturday and were welcome
callers at the Union office. Lieuten-
ants Morton and Cutter will exchange
places, the first named having been
assigned to the Anoka company and
the latter to Princeton. TX. y:
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Among those who attended the
officers training camp at Fort Sheri-
dan, Ill.,, and were given lieutenancies
in the regular army, appears the name
of William J. Dunn. Mr.. Dunn has
been a frequent visitor to Princeton.
Last fall for the third time he was
elected treasurer of Columbia county,
Wis, but relinquished the Office sew
eral months ago to prepare himself to-
serve his country. *.'':" .t >*zs
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

G.. H. Gottwerth, who has made
several auto trips through the agricul-
tural districts within the past week
or two, says he has not seen such
bumper crops in 20 years-the yields
are prolific, and this applies to almost
everything. Even corn promises to be
a good crop.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Gust Hoflander has torn himself
away from business for a sufficient
length Of time to visit relatives in
Chicago, Waukegan and Galesburg.
He expects to return within a couple
of weeks.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

DR.. J. F. HOFFMAN, optometrist, will
be in town on Wednesday and Thurs
day, Aug. 22 and %. Eys examined
and glasses fitted. Office at the Com
merclal Hotel. 27-tfc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

There would have been a large at
tendance from here at the Anoka pa
triotic meeting Sunday had it not been
for the inclemency of the weather; as
it was only few went. But it was
just:'as we'll, for the Anoka Armory
could not care for more than half of
those who sought admission. r,>@ j.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Grove Wills, linotype operator on
the Sank Center Herald, paid the
Union office pleasant visit yesterday.
Mr.. Wills has been drafted for service
in the army and is ready to do his
bit.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

If you will tell me why you employ
one physician, or dentist, or attorney
in preference to others, I will tell you
why people who are lovers of real
music select the Edison Diamond Disc
in preference to talking machines.
Come in and listen. C. A. Jack Drug
60. 34-1tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Donald E., only son of ex-President
Bridgman of Hamline University, was
one Of those at the Fort Smelling
officers training camp who was given
second lieutenancy. Donald is a
highly educated young man and spe-
cialized in corporation law, but he
heard his country's call and did not
wait to be drafted. s.: - s>.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

In the published report of Company
G's mess fund in last weeks Union
contribution of $66 was credited to the
Red Cross society when it should have
been the Civic Betterment club.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mr. and Mrs. O. Wolsted of Leroy,
Wis.,, were guests Of John Hauge on
Tuesday and drove from here to Ogil-
vie. This morning, accompanied by
Mr.. Hague, they left for Minneapolis.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

A prize waltz and dance will be
given at Green lake pavilion, Wya-
nett, on Saturday night, August rs.
Music starts at o'clock sharp by the
South Side Auditorium orchestra with
accordion. Brunze1l & Strom. 34-2tp
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

There will be 100000 bushels of
potatoes marketed in Princeton the
ensuing season. At $1.OO per bushel,
which is a conservative estimate, it
means that there will be some money
circulating among the farmers of this
vicinity.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Complaint is made that the state
roads in several parts of the county
are not being properly maintained.
The loudest protests come from the
town of Greenbush.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Sheriff Shockley hied to St. Paul
yesterday to receive instructions from
the, Minnesota Safety commission as
to the duties required Of him during
the period of the war. The other
sheriffs of the state were also called to
attend the meeting.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. Geo. S. Scoville of Princeton
was operated upon on Wednesday Of
last week at the Northwestern hos
pital for appendicitis and is progress
sing favorably toward recovery.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

We can save you from $40 to 500
on a course in bookkeeping, banking,
shorthand and typewriting. Write for
special offer and catalogue. St. Cloud
Business College. Vath & Ahles.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

John Lind is not a wind TANNER.
He talks plain common sense. Every
word he utters has weight. Hear him
at the Fair Grounds in Princeton next
Sunday afternoon.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

J. A. Jorgensen, vice president of
the Princeton State Bank, departed on
Monday for Corwith, Iowa, to attend
the auction sale of a farm owned by
him.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. VIM. Peterson and three chill
dren arrived here from Virginia,
Mimi, last week and will remain a
couple of weeks with Mrs. Peterson's
mother, Mrs. Ida Rooms.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

An ice cream social by the alumni of
the Princeton high school on the Con-
gregational church lawn last Saturday
afternoon and evening netted the Red
Cross organization neat little sum.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Ex-Governor John Lind has never
spoken in Mile Laos county. He will
speak at the Fair Grounds in Prince
ton next Sunday afternoon. Be sure
and hear him.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. Nora Nichols was the guest of
her sister, Mrs. Jas. Hartman, over
Sunday. Her son, Bonnie, accompanied
her to St. Paul on Monday morning.
Mrs. Nichols is housekeeper in one of
the state university fraternity houses.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Bill Hanson of Spring Vale, who
owns 12O acres Of land in Aitkin coun-
ty, will shortly take up his residence
on his farm. He has already built a
substantial house on the lake shore and
Mr.. and Mrs. Ray Bockoven will live
with him during the coming winter.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Company G will give dance in the
Armory tomorrow (Friday) evening
and for this occasion the management
has succeeded in securing the services
of the five-piece Crescent orchestra of
St. Paul, one Of the finest musical or
CARNATIONS in the northwest.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mr.. E. E. Gilbert, the Foreston
banker, was Princeton visitor Tues
day. Mr.. Gilbert reports business fair
and all crops looking good.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

The Dorcas society will meet with
Mrs. A. B. Gramer next Wednesday
Mrs. Fred Newton and Mrs. VIM. Mil
Ter will be the other hostesses.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Willard Howard has returned from
Danbury, Wis, where he is growing
forty acres Of beans. He says he ex-
poets big yield and will shortly re-
turn to harvest the crop. -.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Hon. John M. Haven, the Big
Lake banker, was in town with a
party of lady friends yesterday. Mr..
Haven has not changed much since he
so ably represented Sherburne county
in the State legislature % years ago.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

One of the early settlers Of the town
Of Livonia, John H. Felch, died re-
Gently at his home in Medford, Oregon,
where he has resided since leaving
Elk River six years ago. Mr.. Felch
was over 81 at the time of his death.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

There are number of items we are
closing out at reduction to make
room for new stock. Come and take
advantage Of them at the Bazaar. Ito
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mr.. H. F. Mann was in town on
Tuesday on his way to the Twin Cities.
Mr.. and Mrs. Mann have recently
returned from an auto trip through
western Minnesota, North Dakota and
Montana.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. Maria Roat and daughter, Lii
lian, of Minneapolis spent few days
last week at the M. A. Carlson home
at Long Siding. Mrs. Roat is a cousin
of M. A. Carlson.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Miss Ida Rosenberger, accountant at
the Evens Hardware Co.'s store, left
on Saturday to enjoy her annual vaca-
ton at St. Paul, St. Cloud and other
places. She will return in about 10
DAYS. { r,."E<g I
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Honey producers send samples to
Standard Products Supply Co., PAP
Marquette avenue, Minneapolis, for
highest spot cash prices. 35-2tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

A dance will be given in the Green
lake pavilion on Saturday, August IS.
Music by Potter's orchestra of Mime
apolis. 34-1tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Owing to lack of space we have de-
cided to discontinue handling buggies
and will sell those we have on hand
at a bargain. If you are thinking of
buying buggy this year or next, now
is your time to purchase and thereby
save money: Farmers Cooperative
Co. - 33-2tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Remember the full Third Regiment
Band of 40 pieces will be here next
Sunday. The band is considered one
Of the best musical organizations in
the state.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. Harry Shockley entertained on
Tuesday in honor of her two sisters
Mrs. Arthur Kenna and Mrs. Degnan
Of Minneapolis Mrs. Shockley's
brothers, Fred and Eddie, were also
here over Sunday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. George E. Raiche and Miss
Anna Trunk have gone to Mare Island,
CAL, to visit Alonzo Raiche, who is
at the United States marines training
camp.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

A son was born to Mr.. and Mrs.
Joseph Siefert of Greenbush at the
Northwestern hospital on Sunday
night.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Joe feathers stallion, which was be-
tween II and Is years of age, died on
Sunday morning and Joe is conse-
Quently little cast down.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Alvah Bockoven is building barn
20 by 48 feet, with cement basement,
on his farm. j. F. Bockoven and Bill
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Miss Emily Olson of Minneapolis is
here from Minneapolis on a visit to
relatives.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Having given US fine crop of small
grains, the Lord has now turned the
ripening influence of Old Sol upon the
cornfields, and consequently good
yield is predicted.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

High school girls gave an invitation
dance at Odd Fellows nall on Friday
evening and many persons were pres
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. E. C. Meyer will hold her au-
tumn millinery opening of pattern and
other hats next Tuesday, Wednesday
and Thursday, August Fl, % and %.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Jos. Cos and family
are here from St. Paul on a visit tt
Mrs. John Brennan, Mrs. Oos' mother
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Plaas and the
irrepressible "Buster" returned on
Saturday from Red Wing.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

There will be thousands of strang-
gers here next Sunday. Make it
pleasant for them. Make them feel
at home in Princeton.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Miss Elizabeth Nachbar on Saturday
went to Minneapolis to spend a couple
of weeks with relatives.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

A dance will be given next Saturday
evening in the Long Siding pavilion.
Good music and a good time assured.
34-1tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Nachbar are
here from Minneapolis on visit to
the father of the first named,
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

John A. Jacobs of st. Paul and Otto
Stretch of Minneapolis were callers
at the Union office on Saturday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Misses Margaret and Nora Stumm
returned on Monday from a visit to
Minneapolis and Faribault.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. F. w. Manke entertained at a
children's party on Tuesday afternoon
in honor of little Juliana Manke's
fourth birthday anniversary.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mr.. and Mrs. E. B. Anderson of
Mora were visiting friends in Prince
ton on Monday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Miss Clara Roos is expected to ar
rive home this evening from her va
cation trip to the northern part of
the state.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Do not miss the opportunity of lis
tening to Minnesota's great com
moner, John Lind, next Sunday after
noon at the Fair Grounds in Prince.
ton.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

One hundred dollars off for cash on
any piano in stock at D. R. Byers
Jewelry Store. 33-tfc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

DR.. HOFFMAN, optometrist, will be
at the Merchants hotel on Wednesday
and Thursday, August % and %.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mr.. and Mrs. H. A. Garrison are
passing a week at the Mallette cot
tage at Mile Laos lake.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Decorate your buildings in honor of
the great patriotic rally Sunday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. M. Edmison left this morning
for St. Paul to visit Mrs. L. E. Baker
and other friends.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. F. A. Hass and two children Of
Minneapolis are here on visit to Mrs.
Hass' sister, Mrs. E. Nelson.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

George Creglow has returned from
points in the east.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Miss Fife Bong Of Cambridge spent
last week with her friend, Minnie
Carlson, at Long Siding.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16
LOCAL BREVITIES.

George I. Staples is the only person who is
authorized to collect money due this Office. In
every case the party paying money is entitled
to and should insist upon receiving printed
receipt. r. C. DUNN, Publisher.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Frank Blair will begin buying po-
tatoes and rye at the Healy ware
house next Monday. 34-1tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Miss Ruth Briggs of Edgerton, Wis.,,
is here on visit to Mrs. M. M. Briggs
and family.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

"A chance to save money on anything
in the jewelry line at D. R. Byers'.
~33-tfc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. T. L. Armitage visited friends
in the twin cities yesterday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mile Laos county fair September
~, IS, IA and Is.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Captain Johnson was in Minneapolis
on business Saturday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

The Princeton creamery shipped 1923
tubs of butter on Monday-the output
for the week being $50 tubs.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Company G will give dance at the
Armory on Friday night. Excellent
music.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

This week only, all summer hats fol-
half price at the Bazaar. 34-1tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16
Printer Wanted.

Printer Wanted.
A good all-around printer can find
steady employment at the Union office
at fair wages. No booze-fghter need
apply.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

All roads lead to the Fair Grounds
in Princeton next Sunday afternoon.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. Anna Wiotti of Cambridge was
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. Victor Ossell
from Saturday to Monday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

A daughter was born to DR.. and
Mrs. Mallette on Tuesday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Given away, souvenir to each child
appearing at the Bazaar Saturday.
Daleen q Cullen Co. 34-1tc
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Fling your banners to the breeze
Sunday.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Free" Bockoven has bought Ford.
Free rides will now be in order.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1917-08-16

Mrs. E. Hylander left on Monday
for Minneapolis to visit friends.