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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
Iced Parcel Post
Per;shables No,O
In Vogue at p. O.

II you are a patron OF the MARSHALL
town postofflce, and are expecting a
pound Of butter or n dressed chicken
from the country, or some fish from
your friend who Is at the lake, II viii
not be necessary for you to worry for
fear that the shipment win not keep"
after 1t reaches the local postofrice.
Postmaster johnson has installed d
refrigerator In the basement Of the
postoffce building. and into 1t 60 at
once all parcel pest packages marked
"perishable." They are kept there UNI
til they are delivered.
The postmaster has introduced this
food conservation" policy on his own
initiative. He has furnished the re-
frigerator and Uncle Sam pays for the
ice. '4 t.,4-,
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
Bargain Sale. in the Orient.

The department store has invaded
the far east, and bargain sales are be-
coming almost as popular with eastern
ladies as those Of the west.
Singapore has probably the finest
department stores OF any city in the
Orient, one Of these being especially
we'll arranged on the modern plan of
such establishments in America and
Europe, having three floors. elevators
lunch room, lounglng room, and the
various departments found in the mod
ern concerns Of the large cities of the
United States. Attic under British
management. with British heads of de-
partments most Of the clerks are Eu-
rasians, Malays or Chinese.
The departments include dry goods,
millinery. dressmaklng, carpets, leath-
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
Arnold Mothers Club election,

In the annual meeting of the Arnold
Mothers Club. held Friday afternoon at
the school building. Mrs. S. O. Lamp
man, Jr.. was chosen president for next
year. Mrs. J. s., Mccormack was cho-
sen vice president; Mrs. o. Davidson,
secretary: and Mrs c. H Reese. treas
urer. Preceding the election pro-
gram was enjoyed, consisting of a song
by Mrs. Merritt Greene. Jr.s accompa-
MED by Mrs. Ray DoolittIe: concert
rccitations given by pupils Of the first
second. third, and fourth grades: a
whistling solo. by. Mrs. c. "A Boggie
accompanied by Mrs. A. Lee; paper
on "The Child's~. Relation to- It's
Mother" given by Mrs James Dixon:
and readings by Mrs. George Moehrl
and Mrs. r. N. Selby. Refreshments
were served at the close of the after
noon by committee OF which Mrs S
0. I.ampman. Jr.. was chairman.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
ENFORCING, AUTO LAW.
Mayor Turner, Of Albion, Puts Bar
On Speeders.

On SpeederS
State automobile laws are being en-
forced in Albion. Automobile owners
will be wise to slow down, see that
their lights are burning, and otherwise
obey t.ie law when driving in that
town. Mayor Turner has posted a
Waterman with a stop watch to keep
tab on speeders. and several have been
summoned for infractions of the law.
"A lot of Marshalltown people," said
Mayor Turner, "seem to think that
when they drive to Albion they can
break all the automobile laws they
want to. propose to show them that
they can not"
Mayor Turner was in town today
making inquiry of County Attorney
Scott regarding enforcement of the
Sunday closing law tomorrow. He was
told the cid" must go on. Turner will
close his drug store and serve notice
on all places in Albion that the law will
be enforced.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

er goods. mems furnishings tailoring.
hardware, sporting goods, crockery-
ware and dishes. Jewelry. toys gro
ceries. stationery and books. tobacco,
confectionery, house furnishings. etc.
Both Malay and Chinese men of the
better class dress I'm European style.
so that their requirements In that line
are practically the same as those OF
the white man, While the native dress
of the Malay and Chinese women diff
fers considerably from the European.
there is large class OF Eurasian wo-
men who dress In European fashion.
Many lines of American manufacture
are carried, the principal ones being
shoes, underwear. socks, monographs.
hardware dncluding several kinds Of
safety razors), beds, sewing machines.
refrigerators. timed provisions, etc.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

the Intestine OF the hog Is thoroughly
washed and treated with formaide-
hyde and glycctine, then forced into q
bag by tying one end with silk floss,
the other end being slipped over rub
Der tube and tied The bag which is
now only a string. Is then easily swal-
lowed by the patient with the aid OF a
little water and thick bismuth mix
ture is allowed to flow into 1t, after
which X-Ray pictures show the outline
OF the structure clearly
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
A Novel Surgical Device.

In cases of structure OF the esopha-
gus, which Is the canal through which
food passes To the stomach and which
is situated behind the windpipe, 1t Is
important to secure an early diagnosis.
Popular Mechanics tells of new meth
cd, reported by New York hospital
physician, which gives a clear outline
of malignant structures and is also a
readily applied aid In the treatment of
moderate cases, A small length of saus-
age skin, which is the fibrous coat of
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
In the Police Court.

John Morris parked his car close to
a fire hydrant and paid fine of 81
and costs in Judge Johnson's court Fri
day afternoon. r. +. Mcclure also
parked near fire hydrant and it cost
him 81 and the costs.
NJ. Courtney. ehargedswith intoxica-
ton, paid fine of~$5 and the costs.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
put sslek II knst,

When tying knot in rope which
must stand much strain, put stick
Of soft wood In the knot for 1t to close
on. When you want to unite the knot
break the stick and pull out both ends
Your knot can be easily united Farm
and Fireside. sss
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
Gattlnn an EARLY atari.

"Why won't you marry mel" "Be-
cause l don't love you" "why need
thut matter? We'd simply have Eve
year start on half the people in our
Courier Journal.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
psralslsot.

.You wouldn't kiss girl aeninne
her will, would your Asked tAe leap-
year maiden. mo, ! would no..
Then she tried another approach.
"wonld you resist very much 4 Z dsi
tried to kiss you3"--London Answefs.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Bruise thoroughly ons hanoeog
green sage leaves, boil them T. : ~
Of vinegar for ten minutes spply ~
the sprained joint ~ . poaldee -
tween folded muslin. Rest ~ 3eoos
ns much as possible.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
ALBERT TO ADDRESS CLUB.
Past President Of National Rotary
Ciubs to Be At Marshalltown Club,

Allen D. Albert, Of Chicago, past
president OF the international Associa-
ton Of Rotary Clubs, who Is to be in
the city Monday to address the local
Rotary Club will Nspeak before the
members Of the Marshalltown Club at
/ o'clock Monday afternoon. Mr.. AL
bert will be the guest Of the board OF
directors Of the club at lunch, and his
address will follow. AS Mr.. Albert is
widely versed in municipal problems,
members Of the club are anticipating
a treat In his talk. =
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
Three cIs.... q so.p

While there are many kinds Of soaps,
It ID said that those commonly used
may be divided into three classes. The
Arst class comprises fns white soaps
and scented soaps, the second class the
coarse household soaps, and the third
class these 1papa
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
/ ! sshlns y Very About.

You better stop 70 growlin' wen
you ain't got muffin tall ter growl
bout. Des s'p0se dat you WINS rich an
had ter pay de Income tax; or dat you
couldn't sleep wen night come fer
thinkin' dat q yethQuake mought swal,
Ter de bank, wild all yO' money In It
--Br'er Williams, In Atlanta C0nstltu.
ktnp. 4 +
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
M.vbe Nett

Tactful Friend---"A hold-up nan hAs
just shot and killed your husband,
ma am. but he had just deposited the
days receipts. SO there Ii nothing
lost Town Topics.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
p,. ~ II Al, Rioh..

Wouldn't you like to have her sing
Ing beside you In the wilderness?"
"Well, I'm In favor Of the wilderness,
but wouldn't care to be there
Judge.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

He (despondingly)--"My dear. We
really must economize. Now. what can
we get along withouty She--"I really
aon't know, Frank, unless It's your ap-,
petite
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19


who died Friday, will be held Sunday
afternoon at $3.50 from the residence.
lis May street.
Springer's grocery and meat market
viii be clcsed Sundays hereafter,
starting tomorrow. Saturday night the
store will keep open until 8 o'clock.
Springer's.
:. Springer's grocery and meat market
will be closed Sundays hereafter.
starting tomorrow. Saturday night the
store will keep open until 8 O'Clock.
Springers.
Mrs. Elizabeth Pittenger. who has
been living in New Jersey and New
York City for one and one-half years,
has returned to make her home with
her sister, Mrs. A. l.. Van Tine.
Word has been received at the Y.
w. G.. A. from Miss Lora Hagler. the
secretary, who recently underwent an
operation for tibroid tumor at her home
in Shenandoah, that she is getting
along nicely.
Funeral services for David B. HoI-
man. Of Ottumwa, who died at the SOL
diers' home Friday will be held Mon
day afternoon at O'clock from the
assembly hall. Burial will be in the
home cemetery.
The funeral of c. w. Aulls, who died
at the soldiers home, was held this
afternoon at 2 O'clock from the assem-
,bly hall, in charge OF Rev. +. J. Thom-
as. The body was taken to the Maple
Grove cemetery, near Melbourne, for
burial =.
Working on a high scaffolding erect
ed around the tower of the court house,
workr1en began Friday to paint the
tower and spire. All of the metal and
exterior woodwork of the building is to
be painted under Il contract let by the
board of supervisors a few weeks ago.
The Girl Scouts Of the Y. w. G. A,
to the number of fifty eight, enjoyed
supper Friday evening in association
rooms and concluded their years meet
.ings. Supper was served at 6:15. and
at 1880 the girls entertained their par
ents and gave program Of drills
showing the work accomplished during
the year.
A horse of the Wells Fargo Express
Company ran east thru Main street
this forenoon, creating excitement and
causing a"to;nob:ias hurIiediiy 10 get
out of the way. Near Second avenue
the horse ran upon the sidewalk and
managed to turn into Second avenue
without doing more than Craze one
automobile, bending the fender.
Thirty members of the Alpha Gam
ma Club of the Arson school closed
their seasons meetings with banquet
at the school house Friday evening. At
7 o'clock the banquet was served in
three courses by Misses Lillian Wikle,
Daisy Lille. Carol Forrey, and Irene
Whitney. Between the courses the
members sang patriotic songs and
musical numbers were given by Misses
Lillian Wikle, Phyllis Fanton, Irene
Whitney. Daisy Lille, and Carol For
rey. A program Of toasts was enjoyed.
Responses were given by Mr. and Mrs.
Aaron Palmer. Christian Banzhaf. Miss
Marie Banzhaf, and Miss Tina Novot-
ny. An original poem, entitled Our
History" written by Miss Myrtle Ogan.
was read by Merle Bartlett.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Miss Edith Rails left Friday evening
for Monmouth. Ill.,, to visit her brother,
William Rails.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Thomas Allen, who has been serving
-on the federal grand jury at Des
MoineS, returned home Friday.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Let Schmelz Manufacturing Com
pany recover your auto top. Boone
and First Observation-Disclosures.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

division Passenger Agent George
Bristow, Of the Chicago Great Western,
was in the city today on company busi-
ness.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
InfailibIe Indication.

When man says he merely plays
for pastime the indications are nc
quits loser.--Atchison Globe.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
Q. y futile. ,ewelsr and optlcian.
Bring your watches In Hodges.
Upholstering and furniture repairing.
Phone 625. Marshalltown Upholstering

Spring Is here. Have your screens,
doors and windows repaired. Phone
434 or see me. w. Il. Nicholson.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

In honor of Mrs. RI. r. Anderson, Of
Newton. Mrs. G. c. Sharer and Mrs
c. ). Doyen entertained twenty guests
Friday evening at the Sharer home
$40 South Fourth street. A pleasant
time was enjoyed informally and witt
music. Mrs. Fred Robinson assisted the
l1ostesses in serving refreshments.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Funeral services for Mrs. Il. j. Gross
who died Friday, will be held Sunday
afternoon at 1880 from the residence.
lis May street.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

The condition Of Mrs. Lille Palmer.
who lis seriousyfill at her home, EOS
West Lincoln street, of u malignant
growth OF. the antrum was not i'm
proved today.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Springer's grocery and meat market
will be closed Sundays hereafter,
starting tomorrow. Saturday night the
store will keep open until o'clock.
Springer's
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Springer's grocery and meat market
will be closed Sundays hereafter.
starting tomorrow. Saturday night the
store will keep open until 9>o'clock.
Springers.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19


Kodak finishing. Bowen Kodakery.
l22 West Main.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Mrs Elizabeth Pittenger. who has
been living in New Jersey and New
York City for one and one-half years,
has returned to make her home with
her sister, Mrs. A. l.. Van Tine.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19

Word has been received at the Y.
w. G.. A. from Miss Lora Hagler. the
secretary, who recently underwent an
operation for tibroid tumor at her home
in Shenandoah, that she is getting
along nicely.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-19
Gjllle3,Re1bub6tall.
CITY IN BRIEF

Murray .Jewcler. upstairs.
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1917-09-14
EpHLLIpS OpPENE 18th. s.s 1 PSs' s'ra ae az

II Vas never greedy" Louise re-
marked, with an OR Of self-satisfac-
ton. IF you succeed In making q
favorable impression upon him, ]
promise you your share"
"Tell us some more Of your impress
sions, Mr.. Strangewey," Sophy begged.
"You want to laugh at me-" John
protested good-humoredly.
"On the contrary" the prince az
sured him, as he fitted cigarette into
a long amber tube, they want to
laugh with you. You ought to realize
your value as a companion In these
days. You are the only person who
can see the truth. Eyes and tastes
blurred with custom perceive so little.
You are quite right when you say that
these women are like maniklns; that
their bodies and faces are lost; but
one does not notice 1t until 1t Is point
ed out"
1--WE will revert" Louise decided, ito
a more primitive life. You and l will
inaugurate a missionary enterprise,
Mr.. Strangewey. We will judge the
world afresh. We will reclothe and re-
hablitate it,
The prince flicked the ash from the
end Of his cigarette.
Morally as well as sartorlally?' he
asked.
There was n moments rather queer
silence. The music rose above the
hubbub Of voices and died away again.
Louise rose to her feet. The prince,
with Il sklllful maneuver, made his
way to her side as they left the res
taurant.
Tomorrow afternoon, l think you
said?" he repeated quietly. "You Will
be In town then?'
Eyes, I think So"
"You have changed your mind, then,
about"
IN. Graillot will not listen to my
leaving London" she interrupted rap
idly. "IIe declares that 1t is too near
the production of the play. My own
part may be perfect, but he needs me
for the sake Of the others. He puts
1t like Frenchman, Of course"
They had reached the outer door,
which was being held omen for them
by bowling commissionnaire. John
and Sophy were waiting upon the pave
ment. The prince drew little back.
II understand" he murmured.
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1917-09-14

shirt"
"And very nice shirt, too" Sophy
declared, glancing at the pattern. "Do
tell us what else happened"
swell, not much more" John re-
piled. "Mr. Appleton stuffed me full
Of money and made me take Il little
suite Of rooms ut what he called q
more fashionable hotel. He stayed to
lunch with me- and have promised to
see him on business tomorrow morn
Ing"
The two girls sat up and wiped their
eyes.
"Oh. this is n wonderful adventure
you have embarked upon" Louise ex-
claimed. "You have come quite In the
right spirit. II Is your first night here,
Mr.. Strangewey, so l warn you that
Sophy is the most irresponsible and
caprlcious of all my friends"
Sophy made grimace.
"Mr. Strangewey" she begged ear
nestly, "you won't believe word she
says, will you? All MY life I have
been looking for single and stead
fast attachment. OF course, II Louise
wants to monopolize you, / shall fall
into the background, as l usually do;
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1917-09-14
Notice of Sale

Under and by virtue of an order of
the Superior Court of Halifax County,
made in the special proceedings, entitled
Onie Hodgins, and 0nie Hodgins, Guard
ian OF Eula Hodgins, Joseph ilcdSins,
Sallie Hodgins, Willie Hodgins, Marcy
Hodgins, and Louis Hodgins. minors,
who appear in this action by Onie
Hodgins, their Guardian. ex parte, the
undersigned Commissioner will, onthe LIST
day of October, 1917, at twelve O'Clock
in front of the Post Office in Roanoke
Rapids, North Carolina, offer Tor sle
to the highest bidder for cash four va
cant lots, lying and being in the Town
of Roanoke Rapids, situated on Madison
Street of said Town, known as lots No.
1929, 33l, 1893, and 1886, each lot fronting
on said Street thirty feet and running
back one hundred and forty feet to an
alley, and being the same land conveyed
to L. S. Hodgins by the Roanoke Rap
ids Power Co., as will appear by deed
in the register of Deeds office, Halifax
County, in Book 217, page 429.
This the oath day of August, 1917.
A. PAUL KITcHIN
a.S1-s-6-l3-20 Commissioner.
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1917-09-14

but If you think that I am going to &C.
cept hints and let you go out to dinner
alone, you are very much mistaken.
Tonight, at any rate, insist upon COM
ing"
Louise shook her head.
1--WE shall have to put up with her."
she told John with little grimace.
The door Of the room was suddenly
opened. The parlor maid stood ut one
side.
1.-THE prince of Seyre, madam" she
announced.
Louise nodded. She was evidently
expecting the visit. She turned to
John.
"Will you come back and call for us
here-say at seven o'clock? Mind, you
are not to bother about your clothes,
but to come just as you are. l can't
tell you" she added under her breath,
"how much l am looking forward to
our evening"
Sophy spMng to her feet.
"Wont you drop me, please, Mr..
Strangewey?" she asked. "Then, IL you
will be so kind, you can pick me up
again on your way here. You'll have
to pass where / live, If you are at the
Milan. | must go home and do my lit
tie best to compete"
Louise's frown was so slight that
even John failed to notice 1t. Upon
the threshold they encountered the
prince, who detained John for Il mo-
ment.
~ was hoping that might meet you
here, Mn. Strangcwey," he said. "lf
you are In town for long, it will give
me great pleasure Il can be Of any
service to you. You are staying at a
hotelT
81 am staying at the Milan," John
replied.
~ will do myself the pleasure of
calling upon YOU" the prince con
tinued "In the meantime, if you need
any service that Londoner can offer
you, be sure to let me know, You will
easily find my house in Grosvenor
square"
ut is very kind of you indeed" John
said gratefully.
Sophy made a wry face as the prince
aptarod thn droVin ~. room
didn't some old Roman once write
something about being afraid of Greeks
who brought gifts?" she asked, as they
descended the stairs together.
"Quite right" John assented.
"Well, be careful |" she advised him.
"That's ALL"
John handed Sophy into the taxi and
took his place beside her.
"Where shall l put you DOWN. he
asked.
'It's such a terribly low neighbor-
hood! However, it's quite close to the
Milan-10 Southampton street."
John gave the address to the man,
anu lHey stuTteu Oi. lHey NeIe
blocked in stream of traffic almost as
soon as they reached Hyde Park Cor
ner. John leaned forward all the time,
immensely interested in the stream Of
passers-by.
"Your interest in your fellow crea-
lures" she murmured demurely, "is
wonderful, but couldn't you concen-
trate II just littleT
He turned quickly around. She was
smiling at him most alluringly. I'm
consciously he found himself smiling
back again. A wonderful light-hearted-
ness seemed to have come to him dur
ing the last few hours.
II suppose | um a perfect idiot" he
admitted. 81 cannot help 1t. am used
to seeing at the most, three or four
people together at a time. ! can't I'M
derstand these crowds. Where are
~
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1917-09-14

In the fire. I wish I understood my
self little better, Eugene
81 believe that understand you bet
ter, far better, than you understand
yourself" he declared. "That Is why
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1917-09-13

afternoon and elected the officers
for the ensuing year
Corinthian.
Presi demt, Mary Hensley.
Vice President, Marylea Hunt.
Secretary and Treasurer, Helen
Gault!9
Sergeant at arms, George Cannon.
Alpha
President, john Rasmussen
Vice president Dallas Kline.
Secretary and Treasurer, Delphine
HamlAn.
Sergeant at arms, Dorothy Della
hoyde, Ben Sykes
The community is interested i'm
the school work as proven by the
large number who have visited the
past week.
Miss Porter the High School Prin-
clpal was week end visitor in
Harlan.
Miss Wedeman, THE Domestic
Science teacher changed her roomdng
place from the Johnson farm west
OF town to the ]. w. Jensen home,
east of the school house.
Jacob Thielen and Emma john
SON entered High School the first
of the week, making the Total en-
rollement of 1O2.
There are thirty eight scholars
ENROLLED i'm the grammar room.
Lionel Freder.cksen was absent
Monday on account of sickness.
Stanley Brown, Anna Fredrickse
and Elmer Johnson entered school
Monday.
Victor Petersen and Ben McClain
entered the 9th grade Monday!
Robert Miller entered the 7th
grade Monday.
Thirty-one are now enrolled i'm
Room 2.
Il