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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

In loss of time at work, doctors
bills and drug store expenses it is esti-
mated that colds and the grip cost the
people of the United States $25,000,-
600 dollars a year. That is a shrewd
guess, to be sure, but it is not too large
when you figure that it allows but 20
cents for each of Uncle Sans men,
women and children. This is the sea
son of colds and the grip. Those OF
us who survive the first January thaw
without succumbing to cold, tonsil'
tits or something of the sort, are apt
to be snuffling if not actually down and
out before February is well advanced
Sometimes colds can t be avoided. Al
least they cant be unless everybody
works together to prevent them, remem
boring that they are almost as conta
gious as measles, are a big bother ant
50 expensive that only the well-to-dC
can really afford them. Fresh air anC
plenty of it, not too much to eat anC
as much outdoor exercise in the indoo
months as is taken in the summer tim
are effective ways of preventing our
selves and others from increasing thu
| high cost of colds.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16
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TWELVE PAGES
BRATTLEBORO.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY IS, 1917.
THE VERMONT PHOENIX

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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16
Germany's Diplomacy
(Spring field Republican,

Those who are still little stunned
by the suddenncss of events for which
they had plenty of time to prepare
their minds will do well to turn back
to the diplomatic history of the - day
preceding the war and study Ger
many part in it by the light of this
latest diplomatic chapter. One finds
the same secrecy, the same effort to
mislead, the same obstinate insistcnce
upon predetermined course. During
the period of incubation following the
murder of the archduke, while the
press was violent, Austrian and Ger
man official circles deprecated the sug-
gestion that Austria would go to ex-
tremes; the ultimatum to Servia struck
Europe like thunderbolt. When the
diplomats tried to avert war Germany
skillfully blocked their moves, and
while protesting desire for peace OBJ
stinatcy stuck to course certain &c
bring war. When a country has made
up its mind to force on a war, diplo
macy has little chance, and few now
doubt that Germany for its own ends
forced war on Europe. The diplomats
of Europe were as helpless in the face
of fixed determination as the United
States government has been in The
| face of the deliberate decision to sinl
neutral ships regardless of law or hu
manity. In diplomacy rs in militar,
operations, Germany insists upon thu
initiatives, it chooses it's course an'
seeks to impose upon others with al
arrogance which is irritating enough
yet matters less than the stubborn
ness which refuses to avoid collision
by a change of policy. Americans cal
now better understand what Europ
was cup against" in July, 1914.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16
A Gretna Green Passing.
NASHUA, y. H., Telegraph. J


We in Nashua can understand rea-
sonably well the state of mind which
has led the lower branch of the Yer
mont legislature to pass the bill which
requires a five days notice before
marriage licenses may be issued, by
town and city clerks.
During the years which preceded the
enactment of similar law in New
Hampshire, this city received rather
wide reputation as Gretna Green.
Bellows Falls has recently come into
the limelicht as such a community.
The increase in the divorce rate i'll
recent years has become a serious prob
lem. This is rcgrettable tendency all
will admit. The marriage state is one
which should be entered into sob
erly. and with the deepest realization
and understanding of the responsible
ties involved.
Actual figures may not prove that I'M
fortunate marriages are more common
among couples who have not enjoyed
long courtships than among those who
have, and that few if any marriages
will be prevented which possibly should
be prevented by the enforcement of
a regulation calling for reasonable
notice of intention. \ careful invcsti-
CATION of conditions which obtained in
this state formerly, and which obtain
in Vermont at the present time, will
convince Il fair-mindcd person, we feel
sure, that the good which such safe
guard brings, out-weighs the incon
vcnicncc it may bring in individual
cases.
This statement is made having fully
in mind the fact that in these days
many couples prefer visit to a neigh
boring city or town for a marriage,
avoiding the expense and fuss and
feathers of a wedding cat home with
the social requirements such an event
| mnY involve.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

when he was a young doctor. Then
many promising children died and 9th
ers were left weakened for life. AL
most nothing was done in the way Of
suppressing the disease at that time
as the germ theory had not then been
demonstrated and guarantees were not
in vogue,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16
FOUND WITH FEET FROZEN.
Clark Hulett, Carpenter, Was in His
Shop in South Londonderry.

Clark Hulett, n carpenter of South
Londonderry, who lives in his shop,
was found there Wednesday morning
with both feet badly frozen. DIR. b. F
Millington, who is attending him, says
it will be day or two before he can
determine whether amputation will be
necessary.
Mr.. Hulett is about 80 years of age
and has a wife and two children who
live in Brattleboro. Since the division
of the family he has lived alone.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

The Manchester Union takes delight
in demonstrating to the Boston news
papers that most of the men of real i'm
portance in the Goldfish state, in both
political and civic life, came from Yer
mont and New Hampshire. 1t found a
curious case recently in Col. Josiah II.
Benton, Vermonter by birth and one
of our soldiers in the Civil war, who
obtained his law education and his first
experience in professional practice
across the Connecticut. Col. Benton S
hobby was the Boston public library
and he remembered with a specific be-
quest of 100000, and left the residue
of the estate, after the death of his
wife, to the institution, stipulation
that the fund be allowed to accumu-
late to $2,OOO,OOO before it becam
available
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16
Resigned.

Fond Mother-Dorothy, if You are
bad you won t go to heaven. Don t You
know that?
can't expect to go everywhere.-
Orange Peel.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

The department of agriculture has
experimental successfully with the cul-
tivation in this country of the wood
oil tree. If domestic planters would
raise these trees the large American
market for the oil could be supplied
by several Southern states. The oil
now comes from China.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

A man may make practice of TAX
ing off his hat in an elevator in which
women arc also riding, and yet on
other occasions forget his courtesy.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

A cannery has been built at Bolsher
tersk, Kamchatka, at a cost of 800,
900. American machinery was in
stalled
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16
SPECIAL NOTICES.

e. S. PUTNAM, Auctoneer, Williams
vile, VT. Large experience. None 100
small; none too large. J-lO'
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16
Keep your feet under you

and insurance under your feet. Thus
you win stand before the world an up
right man, and safe. Insurance is the
wealth of the world. Insure while insur-
able. National Life Insurance CO., Mont
pelier, VT, CAlutual) GSth year.
ALBERT c. LAIRD, Special Agent
Abbott Block, 5rattleboro, VI.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

WANTED 49, Second hand saddle in
good condition Western or Mexican pre-
ferred Box 151, Spofford, N H. 6-S
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

YOUR CHANGE IN IN CANADA.
Rich lands and business opportunities
offer YOU independence. Farm lands
Sl1 to $50 acre; irrigated lands $35 to
$50. Twenty years to pay; $4,000 loan in
Improvements. or ready made farms.
Loan Of livestock Taxes average UNI
der twenty cents an acre; no taxes ON
improvements, personal property or live
stock. Good markets. churches, schools,
roads telephones. Excellent climate,
crops and livestock prove it. Special
homeseekers' fare certificates Write for
free booklets. ALLAN CAMERON, Gen
eral Superintendent Land Branch, Ca
madam Pacific Railway, Ninth Ave, Cal
gary, Alberta. 5-2l
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

sPIRELLA CoRSETS-Boning will not
rust, break or punch through. Sold by
Mrs w f. MIXER, 107 Western Ave.
Erattleboro, VT. Phone $50. SO
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

FOR SALE-Three farms, all in Gull
ford; also two-tenement house on Clark
avenue. Brattleboro. For further partic-
ulars inquire of THOMAS WELCOME,
Bernardston Mass 3-l5*
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

FOR SALE - The well-known Tyler
farm at South Vernon, VT. About 1870
acres, tillage, pasture and woodland.
Large farm buildings in good cond ton;
tobacco barn nearly new. Hay stock
tools and machinery with the place. Lo-
Gated two miles from stores. post office
and railway station 3 II miles from
Mortified seminary. Two trout brooks
on the place. Cali or write to GEORGE
f. TYLER, South Vernon, VI. 4-tl
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

FOR SALE - Pair of horses. suitable
for farm or heavy hauling; also loo r..
family horse. Low price. Particulars ad-
5-St
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

FOR SALE-We arrived Feb. . with 80
horses Seven pairs. 1900 to $500; pairs
mares, 300 to 1850; 10 pairs farm
chunks, 2lOO to 5000; several single
horses, 1850 to 1850 Have so to select
from. Have sold 10 horses to so into
Vermont state i'm past s weeks, All
horses warranted Next load in two
weeks. GUILFORD & WOOD HORSE
CO. f. j. Wood, Prop, Shelburne Fans
Mass O.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16

WANTED-Man and wife. no children.
Man for general farm work. Must un-
derstand milking, care of cows and
horses Wife to assist with housework.
state age, nationality, wages desired and
references. II. y. T.. MULLER, II. F.
ID. No. >, BrattleSoro, VT. 6-Sf
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1917-02-16
FOR SALE.

FOR SALE Two-tenement house.
Modern conveniences For particulars,
write MISS IDA FCX, West Brattleboro.
VT 3-tf
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
new L|NEUPS FOR
AUTO GAME HERE
AUTO MART TAKES MAXWELL
AND STICE-HANSON TO IN
TRODUCE HARBOUR

Several Important changes in the
auto business have been made here
the past week. AS a result the Max
well contract for Williston and a
block of territory goes to the Auto
Mart Company while Stice-Hansen
company is taking on the Harroun
contract-introducin a brand new
car in this territory and getting a
good stretch of counties to work it
out in.
The Maxwell change is the result
of new policy by the Maxwell fac
tory which gave the entire North
west contract to C. A. Mckinney.
The Stice-Hansen people of this city
ton with the Harroun and for that
are taking on big territory PROPOSE
reason we're not in shape to handle
the Williston territory for the Max
we'll. All in all the change will give
Williston dealers strong lines of cars
and make Williston greater point
than ever for distribution of autos.
Monroe Bros. are also spreading
out and besides the territory handled
this year for the Studebaker and
Chevrolet people they are taking on
additional territory.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
BRUEGGER WINS
THE FINAL TILT

The last tilt between the racers
assembled here for the Fourth races
was had at the fair grounds Satur-
day evening when the Overland Car
driven by Bob Bruegger tied the can
on the Billy Davis Buick before the
latter left for his home in Montana.
The affair was billed as $500
race and was to have been between,
Davis, Bruegger and Fishbeck. The
latter however got stopped before he
started and drew down his money
leaving the other two cars to fight it
out for the $1,000.
Davis was off in front at the start
and had a few yards lead until six or
seven laps when Bruegger passed him
on the stretch in front Of the stand
by pretty driving. After that the
Overland hit the dust thru the twen-
ty laps and finished quarter mile
to the good. Davis claimed he had
trouble with his magnetic while to
many Of the fans it looked as if Bob
driving was his worst
trouble. Both drivers said after the
r>ce that they had trouble in getting
the most out of their cars.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
FARMERS browns
WHEN MACHINE
GOES OFF BOAT
DRIVER PUTS REVERSE ON AU-
TOMOBILE WHILE ON MIS-
souri, FERRY
TWO OTHER MEN ESCAPE
SEARCHING PARTY HUNTS FOR
BODY OF THE VICTIM NEAR
CARTWRIGHT

Cartwright, N. D., July ia
searching party last night was drag
ging the Missouri river near Cart
wright, at the ferry near here, for
the body Of Oscar Steenson, who was
drowned when the Maxwell automo-
bile he occupied plunged off back
ward from the Sioux Ferry into the
stream on Tuesday night.
Steenson attempted to drive his
car off the Ferry, but evidently put
on the reverse, the machine diving
off into the river and carrying Steen-
son and two other occupants, whose
names were not learned, with it.
Steenson sank from sight but his
companions were rescued.
Steenson was 32 years old and un-
married. He was farmer living
near Cartwright. There were three
other automobiles on the boat when
the accident occurred 1t is under
stood the party was returning home
from a trip into Montana when the
drowning occurred. The water is 80
feet deep at the point where the ma
chine went off and the Maxwell car
was still in the bottom of the river
last night.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12

The county exemption board which
is composed Of County Auditor NJ H.
Aaen, Sheriff Axel Strom and Coun-
ty Physician H. c. Windel, have re-
ceived their official appointments from
Governor Lynn J. Frazier through
Adjutant General Thomas Thoralson.
These appointments are made under
the direction Of the president and the
board will have charge of the work
of gathering the conscript army to-
gether. 1t will also pass on all ex-
emptions as a court of original juris-
diction. A higher and appellate court
will be appointed to hear appeals
from this board.
The list of names in numerical or
der and duplicate cards will be made
at an early date and when they are
received at Washington it is likely
the selective drawings will take place
This outline is only surmise based
on the plans which the government
has been pursuing in the matter up
to this time. But it is certain the ex-
emptions even in cases of physical
disability will not be passed upon un-
til after this drawing. 1t is evident
too, that no exemption will be allow
ed merely upon the claim of the party
to be benefited. 1t is likely that in
those which are matters of evidence.
that investigation will be made and
witnesses heard on the other side of
the question.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
MARRIED

Mr.. William Ray Everhart and Miss
Ethel Mae Snider both of Williston
pledged their fidelity to the marriage
"oW July 7th, Rev. {. J. Ferster Off
ciating.
The bride lisa daughter Of Mr.. and
Mrs William E. Snider and is held
in high esteem by all who know her.
The groom is a son of Mr.. and Mrs.
+" Eve hart Of Beardstown, III. He
is employed at the Great Northern
Cafe and is worthy young man.
They have the best wishes Of host
Of friends.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
HELP NEEDED

The WillistOn Chapter American
Red Cross will need additional
help if the comfort kits that are
being prepared for Company f
are ready on time. Therefore Mrs.
r. J. Strong Chairman of the
chapter has called for special
work meeting tomorrow afternoon
in the Armory and every woman
who is interested in the Red Cross
work or in the welfare of Com
pany E is requested to attend.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
COUNTY EXEMPTION
BOARD IS APPROVED
PROBABLE OUTLINE OF HOW
MEN WILL BE SELECTED
THE ARMY
GET YOUR NUMBER

Elsewhere in this issue the Gra-
phic is publishing a complete list
of the names of registered men in
this county together with the
serial number which has been
given them and which is forward
ed to Washington for the official
draft.
The government is putting it up
to every man to find out his own
status in the draft and the list
herewith will help all registered
men to know whether their num-
ber has been called or not. The
list of numbers may begin to come
this week and certainly within
few days from now.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
MARRIED

Sunday evening Mr.. John Franklin
Hanna Of Williston and Miss Arvilla
Mae Sarff also of Williston were uni
ted in marriage. Rev. c. J. Ferster
officiating.
The groom is employed at the
Kuboske Auto Repair Shop. They
will reside in West Lawn.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
ENGLISH LUTHERAN

There will be no preaching service
at the Library Sunday. The pastor
will again conduct the Union Services
at the Congregational church at 10:30
A. NJ, and at the Methodist church
at 500 P. NJ.
Sunday School at the Library at
11:45 A. NJ. We will be pleased to
have you at these services.
Rose Hill
Preaching Service at the Rose Hill!
School House July 22nd at 800 P. M.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12
SPECIAL MEETING

Ensign Bacon who was stationed
here some four years ago in charge
of the salvation work, will conduct
the meeting at the Salvation Army
Hall Sunday evening, July 18th.
Friends and all others invited
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1917-07-12

John Thompson, Cook, Williston.
Thos Clausen. Mechanic, Williston.
Christie P. Hahn, Musician, Will
|iston.
Hjalmer F. Rud, Musician, Watford.
Privates
Samuel Aaberg, Arnegard.
Jesse Alexander, Williston.
Oscar Anderson, Ray.
Joe w. Arnold, Berg.
Albert Ashley, Watford.
Harry C. Avery, Elidah.
Charley Bannitz, Wiliston.
Clarence A. Bell, Alexander.
Edgar Boyd, Alexander.
Chas. o. Bradley, Alexander.
Joseph C. Burnham, Epping.
Sherman W. Callahan, Williston.
Wilfred J. Carpenter, Williston.
Arthur J. Cassidy, Trenton.
VIM. J. Chambers, St. Paul, MINI.
Walter Charnholm, Williston.
Albin Christensen, Williston
Mike F. Clark, Williston.
Edwin F. Constable, Epping.
Boyd C. Germany, Williston.
Urgelle ]. Dolan, Croft.
John P. Dwyer, Williston.
Francis Tanning, Marmon.
Fred H. Foreman. Epping.
Arthur w. FRANKIE, Watford.
Cell French, Williston.
Ros E. French, Williston.
Mathew E. Gallivan, Hinsdale,
Mont.
Albert Gamache, Wheelock.
Ernest L. Gettman, Williston.
Caspar Gunderson, Williston.
Walter B. Gunderson, Minneapolis.
Edward Harrison, Ray.
Charles NJ. Harter, Williston.
Ray F. Heidenreich, Rockford, Ia.
Fred L. Hickel, Ray.
John P Hines, Scobey, Mont.
Roy M. Hendricks, Rawson.
John w. Hogan, Jr., Williston.
Lester E. Howe, Williston.
Jamie f. Hudson, Buford.
Cecil Jackson, Williston.
Ira L. Jaynes, Williston.
Percy R.. Jaynes, Williston.
John D. Jeffrey, Grenora.
Carl H. Jensen, Williston.
Axel Jermiason, Buford.
Peter D. johnson, Alexander.
Leo B. Kingston, Williston.
Ira A. Knox, Ray.
George N. Low. Williston.
VIM. B. Low, Williston.
Austin A. Lynch, Williston.
Clair l. Lynch, Williston.
Elias Mabarak, Williston.
Robt. D. Mansfield, Williston.
Dewey E. Marston, Williston.
Edward B. Mathews, Williston.
Howard E. Mcdonald, Williston.
Robt. E. McWilliams, Williston.
Joseph NJ. Mendro, Williston.
John F. Middleton, Ray.
Donald A. Miller, Epping.
Luther J. Monson, Williston.
Carl A. Nelson, Watford.
William O'Brien, Marmon
Herbert Olson, Watford.
August W. Pagel, Marmon.
George r. Pavey, Ray.
Hughie A. Puffer, Williston.
James A. Richards, Williston.
Edwin J. Robinson, Plentywood,
don't.
Gerhard A. Roed, Williston.
Carl E. Rogan, Watford.
Louis L. Rolette, Williston.
John w. Ruetten, Rawson.
Henry ]. Schutt, Williston.
Gerard P. Sheldall, Alexander.
Walter J. Shikany, Williston.
John Shue, Springbrook.
Wycott E. Silker, Marmon.
Leonard B. Sorenson, Ray.
Earl B. Spillum, Williston.
Howard L. Stevens, Croft.
Willard C. Sveen, Williston.
Lester A. Taylor, Williston.
Albert j. Vettle, Williston.
Walter L. Warner, Phillipsborn,
linn.
Roy F. Westergaard, Williston
Clair A. Wilder, Marmon.
John L. Witherspoon, .Williston.
Jack Zepa, Williston.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1917-03-24
u. S. VESSELS ARMED
WASHINGTON NOTIFIES ALL FOR.
EioN GOVERNMENTS.
Steamer in Service Of American Bel
oian Relief Commission Is Torpe-
doed Without Warning.

Washington. March 14.--Formal no.
the German submarine zone are TO
carry armed guard for the protection
Of the vessel and the lives of the per-
sons board" was sent by the state
department TO embassies and legations
of all foreign governments in Wash
ington.
Following is the text of the commu-
nication as made public by the state
department:
I'm view of the announcement of
the imperial German government on
January 81, 1917, that all ships, those
of neutral included, met within certain
zones of the high seas, would be sunk
without any precautiOn being taken
for the safety of the persons on board,
and without the exercise Of visit and
States has determined to- place upon
all American merchant vessels sailing
through the barred areas an armed
guard for the protection of the vessels
and the lives of the persons on board"
London, March 1.-THE sinking of
the Norwegian steamship Storstad, In
the service of the American commits
sion for relief In Belgium, occurred in
latitude 5l.20, longitude 11.50 lin the
Atlantic Off the southern end of Ire
land). The submarine fired about fif-
teen shots at range of three to four
miles. The Storstad stopped and
hoisted he Belgian relief signal. The
submarine submerged, but half an hour
later the Storstad, which had not re-
sumed her voyage, was torpedoed
without warning as she lay stationary
In the water with all the crew on
board.