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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Red Cross Planning
Christmas Festivity

Red Cross Christmas Eve is being
planned by that organization for use by
millions of members throughout the
United States. In every home and
place Of business there is wanted Red
Cross Service Flag during Christmas
week Each member is being urged to
light a candle behind the flag promptly
al Z. 30 o. clock on Christmas Eve, and
to keep it lighted until o'clock, All
churches are asked to chime their bells
at half-h intervals between the same
hours. Red Cross workers will be or
ganized into groups and 90 singing
Christmas carols through their neigh
borhoods.
Each Red Cross Service Flag distrib-
uted will have instructions printed on
the back encouraging the members to
to take part in the ceremony on Christ
mas Eve by having lighted candle in
his window. Pastors will be asked to
mention it in their sermons. and educa-
tional institutions will be asked for the
privilege of explaining to the children
the significance Of the custom. 1t is
expected that the desire of the commun-
ity to participate in the Christmas Eve
ceremony will be an interesting induce
ment for securing new memberships.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Telephone Company
Issues Statement

In announcing general increase in
salary schedules. MIR +. II Bethel.
President of The Chesapeake and Poto-
mac Telephone Company, made the
following statement.
I'VE have. after carefully consider
ing the matter. come to the conclusion
that bonus payment to employees
such as was made last year will not
meet the situation with respect TO living
conditions now confronting our employ
ees as well as others
Therefore. plan involving a gen
eral increase in pay has been adopted.
This general increase in wage sched-
ues will in no way effect increases
awarded from time to time as recogni-
ton % efficient services rendered.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Registrars Warned
To Keep Posted

The following telegram from the
Provost Marshal General has been re-
ceived by the Local Exemption Board,
and as it embodies a pertinent warning,
il would be well for all men registered
under the selective draft. and who have
changed their addresses to read it care
fully:
PLEASE cause the broadcast and most
extensive and continuous possible pub.
licity TO be given through the Adjutant
General. Local and District Boards. the
newspapers and by all other possible
means of warning to all registrants
who may have changed their places of
abode and postofiice address TO com
municate Immediately with their Local
Boards where they are registered and
furnish their present addresses so that
missionaries which will begin to be
mailed December 10Th will reach such
registrants without delay. Registrars
are bound by law TO keep themselves
advised of all proceedings in respect to
them. and failure to do so may result in
their losing right TO claim exemption or
discharge. Please request newspapers
to give this warning broad and contin-
uous publication from this time until
the process OF mailing missionaries
has been accomplished.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Worcester Couple
Wed In Salisbury

Miss Clara Sturgls. youngest daugh-
ter of MIR. and Mrs. William 7. Sturgis.
of Nassawango. and Mr. Wilson Disha-
room. son Of Mr. and Mrs Levin Il.
Dlsharoon, of near Snow Hill. were
quietly married Wednesday morning of
this week at the home of the bride .
sister. Mrs Byrd Landlord, in Sails
bury. The marriage ceremony was
performed by the Rev. MIR. Boyle, pas
tor of the Presbyterian Church of Sal
isbury.
The bride was handsomely gowned in
Burgundy velour travelling suit. and
wore black picture hat The bride
and groom left on an extended honey
moon trip to the Northern cities. On
their return they will reside on the farm
of the groom ) father in Indiantown.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
No Ban on Detachable
Cranberry Sauce

A bulletin has been issued by the
United States Food Administration
denying reports circulated that the ad-
minstration is opposing the use of cram
berries for sauce or jelly. and is advis-
ing the use of other fruits to replace
the cranberry sauce The Food Admin
istration. states the bulletin. has an
nounced no such opposition. 1t has
suggested. as an emergency measure.
that fruits and jellies preserved in the
summer might be used as sauces because
of the sugar situation. and it has also
suggested the partial use of corn syrup
as a substitute for sugar in making
cranberry and jelly.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Pays Subscription
For Five Years

Mrs Ella +. Doughty, Of Whining
ton. formerly of this county. has shown
her appreciation of The Messenger in a
substantial way by paying her sub
scription in advance for five years.
In her letter Mrs Doughty says:
Enclosed you will find check for S.,
which will pay my subscription for five
wears. | have been taking The Mes
-euge come time. and like it so
wea tha, cannot very wen 10 without
jt
Vr. Doughty subscription @a-
ready paid ~ advance ant.l jaw, 81
next year, 20 that thS payment u~t
madc extends the time tor which she
has paid for The Messenger 70 jun,
1923.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15

DIR. K. K. Norris. chief surgeon Of
the General and Marine Hospital, Girls
field. who some weeks ago volunteered
his services to the Medical Corps Of the
United States Army, has been called to
active duty. and left on Friday for
Camp Oglethorpe. Ga. After course
of training for few weeks. DR. Norris
will 90 TO France with hospital unit.
Arrangements have been made for his
surgical work to be done at the hospital
by the well.known surgeon, J. McFad-
den Dick. Of Salisbury.
= DR.. William NJ. Burdick. Maryland
Athletic Director, was in Snow Hill
Tuesday. for the purpose OF presenting
the question OF school athletics to the
Board of Education and the County
Superintendent He presented some
new phases Of the subject. and empha-
sized the necessity of athletic training
in the schools. the better to promote
the health Of the pupils. ~ well az to
conduce to their mental growth and ac-
tivity.
Mrs. Richard NJ. johnson returned
to Snow Hill Monday after visit of
several days with her daughter, Mrs.
Theodore Hudson. of Salisbury. She
was accompanied by her two grandsons.
Master Richard and william Hudson.
who will spend some time with Mr. and
Mrs. johnson.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
THE HOLY CITY
IN BRITISH HANDS
Turks Are Forced 10 Give UE
Jerusalem.
SAFEGUARDING HOLY PLACES
Glorious consummation Or
Which For 1900 Years Has
The Desire OF The CHRIS
tan World.

London Andrew Bonar Law. chan
ceilof OF the Exchequcr announced in
tho House o, Commons tha' Jeru.
salem after being surrounded on all
sides by BRITISH troop had surren
dered.
TIL. Chancellor said Dli'lsu i'l"nch
and Nnhammedan representatives.
were on the way to Jerusalem to safe.
guard The hobs places
General Ailenby reported that on
Saturday BE attacked II" enomy's 10.
sitioHs south and west %, Jerusalem,
the Chancellor said Welsh and Home
County troops. advancing from tic d.
recuou o. Bethlehem drove back the
enemy. and passing Jerusalem on the
east. established 'h-msclte, on the
Observation-Disclosures road Al ,he same
time London infantry and dlsmounted
yeomanry attacked the strong enemy
positions west and nor'hwes, Of Jeru.
salem and placed themselves astride
tho Jerusalem Shcchcm road The
Holy CITY being thu. isolated. sur
rendered TO General Allenby
The Chancellor said General Allenby
expected to enter Jerusalem officially
rae mpanicd by the com
nag.ei -ae French and Italian
AGENTS I'd 'he heads Of the
Fr"acn political mission British 10.
i'io afco togethe- v'''
g.. el,eusf were
rts goae ahead on u
49,. 'hancelloI >,
The capture Of Jerusalem
DELAYED to some degree. added tno
Chancellor in consequence OF the
great care that had been taken 20
avoid damar, to the sacred places in
and around the city.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Drive On To Fill
Empty Stockings

The Empty Stocking Club wants
everyone to help them in their work
this Christmas This organization has
brought happiness into many homes
every year at Christmas, the hearty
cooperation Of the public making this
posi- le 1t is hoped that all the old
contributors and many new ones will
join in this good work
Dues may be paid to any Of the fol-
lowing members Miss Bessie Purnel,
Mrs James B. Whaley, Miss Mabel
Irwin. Miss Julia Purnell, Miss Mollie
Coulbourn, Miss Wilson Hargis, Miss
Carolyn Hargis.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
William Price Writes
From Cape Haitian

Postmaster J. S. Price received a
packet of letters this week from his
son. Lieut. William II Price. who is in
the Z. s. Marine Corps, stationed at
Cape Haitian. Haiti Island Mr. Price
was greatly relieved to receive the com
munications. as it had been eight weeks
or more since he had heard from his
son. and he felt some concern AS to his
whereabouts.
The letter contained the notice Of
Williams promotion to the rank Of
First Lieutenant. his commission having
been made out August 18th. lie also
reported that he would shortly be trans
ferred from Haiti to port somewhere
in Santo Domingo "
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
MORE coNeREssmEN RETURN
Members OF Party Which Has Been
Observing War.

An Atlantic pori-Five members
the American Congressional and
zens' Committee. which has b.
serving war operations in Fl
Belgium for severa. weeks. ai..,-~
here aboard an American steamship.
The main body OF the party returned
recently
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Hargis Store Notes.
GIFT SUGGESTIONS. "

Sl.00 now and $l.00 per week will
buy a "Hoosier Kitchen Cabinet. No
better gift for wife or mother.
We have a splendid assortment OF
Trunks, Bags and Suit Cases for Xmas
Gifts.
"TOYLAND" on our third floor is
worth visiting Christmas tree orna-
ments, many wonderful dolls, toys and
games. Bring the children in.
"Cha Ming" the new perfume and
Colgate's "Florient" in attractive bot
ties neatly boxed-Sl.50
A practical gift this year means some
articles of wearing apparel. Every
Coat, Suit and Dress in our store offered
to you at saving of So. A special
discount of 10 e. on Children's Coats.
A Victrola is a Christmas Gift for
every member of the family You car
have one delivered to your home Xmas
Eve upon the payment Of very small
sum now.
New Victor Records for Christmas
75c up.
In our Furniture Store are hundreds
of Christmas Gift Suggestions. Tea
Wagons, Work Boxes. Card Tables.
Smoking Stands. Umbrella Jars. Rugs.
etc. Buy now before just the article
you want is sold.
A Piano is big gift but we can save
you money on any make desired. Our
terms of payment are easy.
How about some dainty silk under
wear. a crepe de chine waist, pair OF
silk hose. or box of nice linen hand.
<erchiefs?
T, +. HARGIS.
nseomoke's Big Store,
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
STILL HOPES FOR SURVIVORS.
Daniels Believes More From Destroyer
May Be Found.

Washington Secretary Daniels still
believed that other survivors Of the
torpedoed destroyer Jacob Jones.
might be found No reports adding 70
the information already received at
the Navy Department came during the
day but the Secretary believed II pos.
s'hie that other life RATS with sur.
irhi he n'cked up by one OF
ig in that zone.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Navy Recruiting Party
Coming To Worcester

Ensign Beckner, L. 5. ~, arrived
here last Friday to make arrangements
for the coming of recruiting travelling
party in charge of DR.. William 6.
Townsend. The party will arrive here
to-day friday and will remain until
Monday the 10Th, Young men who
want to join the Navy will have an
opportunity to enlist here instead of
going to Baltimore.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
SPANISH SHIP BOMBED.
Government To Protest To Germany
Over Loss OF Einht OF Crew.

Madrid Premier Alhucemas made
official announcement that the Spanish
Steamship Claudio had been bonn.
barded by q German submarine. eight
sailors being Killed and others wound
ed The Claudio was bound from an
American port for Spain. with cargo
Of sulphates for Spanish use Tho
Government IS preparing a protest 10
Germany
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
COlOred Woman Dies
Aged 40 Years,

Lucy Walker. colored, died at her
home near Onley. Va. few days ago.
She and her son, who is eighty, lived
together and up to a short while ago
made living by farming small piece
of land For the last year they have
been taken care Of by the people Of
Onley.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Berlin

Mr. Ernest Jarman il quite i'll with
measles this week. contracted while at
Camp Meade, it is thought
Mrs Paul Young and little daughter,
Jeanne. returned to their home in Po-
comoke on Tuesday. after short visit
to her parents, Mr. and Mrs Frank
Hammond
Mr. Arthur Burbage was called home
from hi- work AZ Carney's Point to the
bedside Of his wife On Tuesday Mrs
Burbage was slightly better when he
arrived
Mrs. John Bethard- returned nome on
Saturday last from a ten days visit TO
her children in Wilmington She was
accompanied home by her daughter
Mrs Lee Hedges, and granddaughter
Charlotte Lee Hedges, who viii stay
until after Christmas.
Mrs. Edgar Child and children went
to Pocomoke on Tuesday Of this week
Mr. Child remained in Berlin for a few
days to see to the shipping Of his house
hold effects. after which he will join his
family in Pocomoke.
Miss Mollie Boston returned last
Saturday from two weeks stay in
Wilmington. She was accompanied
home by her sister-in- law, Mrs Carlton
Boston, who will visit with her parents
until after Christmas.
MIR. and Mrs II. F. Harmonson are
spending the week in Philadelphia.
Master Powell Gunby had the mis-
fortune to break his arm again last
week
Mrs. Rose left this week for visit
TO friends.
The Rev Thomas Kerr and family
left Berlin on Tuesday Of this week for
their new home near Wilmington, Del
They carry with them not only
a., lbs. " rougreEar
'ea hing a the ter 81 ,be er
tire Jl~, eumu-a;t Sc ui-t
rs, Their ~, +, SIS, success IN their
ueH church.
Gt- ri ta-r .st IKE of
Ninelan4, Jets,s, -e
pulpit in Buckingham Presbyterian
Church on Sabbath. December 10th,
both morning and evening. All are cor
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
HUGHES VISITS WILSON.
Pays Cal While In Capita On A su-
preme Court Case.

Washington Charles Hughes
was visitor at the Whit. House
Monday He came, hc said after
wards 10 take his frs, opportunity OF
personally assuring the President that
he was with him heart and soul in
everything he Is doing for the vigor.
Gus prosecution Of The war The two
men shook hands heartily and talked
smilingly Tor five minutes Nj Hughes
was in Washington for the argument
OF case in the United States su-
preme Court
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Peter K. Sturgis
Appointed Jailer

Mr. Peter X. Sturgis. of Snow Hill.
has been appointed deputy sheriff and
Keeper of the Jail by sheriff Wilmer S.
'Pnrnell Mr. Sturgis has taken the
oath and qualified before the Clerk Of
the Court, and viii assume his duties at
the Jail to-day or the first Of mex week
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15
Snow Hill Christian Church

1900 a. m, Sunday School.
HOO a. m, Sermon and fellowship
service.
100 p. m. Christian Endeavor and
prayer service.
1901 m, Sermon & wor-
ship.
All welcome TO
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15

Coupon Bonds of the Second Liberty
Loan paid in full November 18th, are
in hand ready for delivery. First Natl
Bank Of Snow Hill.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15

For Sale carload Of fine mules
Just arrived. Come in and make your
selection early. II. F. Harmonson,
Berlin. Md
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-12-15

Ninelanu 81 JeIsts,
pulpit in Buckingham Presbyterian
Church on Sabbath. December 10th
both morning and evening All are cor
daily invited.
Grand Forks herald., 1917-01-25
REPORTS BOOST
PRICES OF WHEAT

Chicago, Jan. 24.-Unfavorable
crop reports from Kansas, Nebraska
and Oklahoma did good deal today
to strengthen the July and September
deliveries Of wheat but were ineffec-
tive as to the May option. The close
was at $1.84 1-2 to $1.84 Sd for May
and $1.63 Ia to 3-8 for July, with
the market as a whole 3-8 off to 5-8
cents up as compared with yesterdays g
finish Corn gained 3-8 to 3-4 cents
and oats a shade to 3-s cents. The
outcome in provisions ranged from
Z 1-2 cents decline to cents adj
vance.
According to a leading authority,
advices regarding more than one-half
Of the Kansas, Nebraska and Okla
homa crop were adverse on account
of a lack Of moisture and because Of
absence of snow. Announcement of
big export clearances helped to
harden wheat prices. Primary re-
ceipts were small at 6O5,00O bushels
as against 1,505,00O bushels last year.
Some improvement of shipping facili-
ties was reported. On the other hand,
new export purchases were said to
aggregate only 100000 bushels.
Big export takings Of corn esti-
mated at 100000 bushels put
strength into that cereal. oats rose
with corn. Sales of 100000 bushels
Of oats to Europe were reported.
Higher quotations on hogs lifted
provisions.
Grand Forks herald., 1917-01-25
IT'S YOUR KIDNEYS

You have swollen feet and hands!
Stiff, achy joints! sharp-shooting,
rheumatic pains torture you. You
have aching back, pain in the lower
abdomen, difficulty when urinating!
Look out! These are danger signals.
Trouble is with your kidneys. Uric
acid poisoning, in one form or anoth-
er, has set in. 1t may lead to dropsy
or fatal Bright's disease if not check
ed.
Get some GOLD MEDAL Harlem
Oil Capsules Immediately. They are
an old preparation. used all over the
world for centuries. combining natur
al healing oil and herbs. weiI-known
to physicians and used by thousands
in their daily practice. The Capsules
are not an experiment, make-shtft
patent medicine" or salt" whose
effect is only temporary. They are a
standard remedy, and act naturally,
gently and quickly. But when you 70
to the druggist. insist on getting the
pure. original HARLEM Oil in Cap
sules. Be sure the name GOLD MED
AL Is on the box and thus protect
yourself against counterfeits.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald., 1917-01-25
new BALL Club
DECIDED ON AT
BOOSTERS MEET
Grand Forks Promoters will
Place Nine in Northern
League Circuit.
Andy Gill, University Ath-
letic Mentor, to be Offer
ed Managerial Berth.

At meeting of Grand Forks base
ball promoters held last evening in
the Commercial club rooms, the de-
cision was reached to sign a team to
represent this city in the Northern
league circuit. Fred Bartholomew
and w. H. Brown, members of the
baseball committee, are working on
further arrangements today and it is
expected that another meeting will
be called within the next few days
to complete the details.
Those who attended the meeting at
the Commercial club last evening
were strong for representation in the
league. claiming that they were not
willing to experience another season
without team here.
AS vet all plans are tentative. The
propositions made by aspirants for
managerial positions have been laid
on the table until further details have
been arranged. Andy Gill, athletic
mentor at the University of North
Dakota. will be offered the position
of player-manager today and much
will depend upon his decision. Gill is
one of the fastest diamond artists
that has ever appeared in a local
game and as a result, it is expected
that he will turn out a winning ag-
gregation if he takes the job.
Several important matters remain
to be decided and another mass meet
ing will be called during the next
week to complete the arrangements.
Grand Forks herald., 1917-01-25
SPORTING NEWS
bred dogs: Bess. King. Bob, Yellow

bred dogs: Bess, King. Bob, Yellow
and Robin.
No. 6-Bill Grayson. Canadian. 2s
years old, lie Pas. Flat toboggan.
Driving Jack Hayes five dogs which
finished second in the 1915 Hudson
hound cross breeds: Ring. Bunch,
| Ray, Kitchener and Topsy.
No. ALBERT Campbell, French
and Cree halfbreed. 20 years old, LIE
Pas. Brother of Gabriel Campbell
and winner of 1916 Hudson Bay
sweepstakes. Flat toboggan. Six
Huskie-collie cross breed dogs: Lion,
Prince, 1don, Husky. Diamond and
Towser.
No. s-Thordur Thordarson, 1ce-
lander, 81 years old. Gimlie, Man.
Son of the towns mayor. Canvas
covered carriole Six mixed Huskies:
Boxer. Brute, Carlo. Jack, Nachie and
/ George.
No. 9--Gunnar Tomasson, Iceland
er. 80 years old, Hecla. Flat tobog-
gan. Five Huskie and st. Bernard
cross breed dogs: Teddy, Silver, Tom,
Jack. Seulu.
No. 10-Horace West. Canadian, 80
years old, Kashabowie. Ont. Canvas
covered carriole. Five Huskie-collie
dogs: Paddy, Clip. Topsy, Buster and
Bronx.
No. 11-Hyurtur Hanson, Iceland
er. 25 years old. Selkirk. Man. Can
vas-covered carriole. Five dogs. cross
breed of Russian wolf hound and
Huskie: Gumbo, Nell, Fido, Carlo
and Steel.
West Withdraws.
West withdrew two hours after
leaving the starting line because of
difficulties encountered with. his lead
dog. The team with which he enter
ed the race was purchased at Gimli
only a few days before the derby
started. West was in Winnipeg on a
visit when he learned of the derby
plans and had no time to return to
his home in Ontario for his own
dogs. The team he bought worked
we'll in practice drives. but the leader
developed nasty temper before Win
nipeg had been left behind.
West changed his dogs and started
again, but before he had covered ten
miles he realized the pace was too
fast for him, hampered as he was
by strange team. and he returned
to Winnipeg to announce his with
drawal
All along the route Of the derby.
committees have been appointed in
all the towns by officials or CONNER
cial bodies to help the drivers along
the roads and show them the way to
the open country and the trail to the
next town.
At half dozen towns. consign-
ments Of frozen whitefish from Lake
Winnipeg await the dogs and will be
dealt out to the drivers by the local
committees. A ton of fish will be
eaten by the animals during the race
and while they are in St. Paul follow.
ing it's conclusion.
Starting Saturday. January 27, the
second outdoor sports carnival will be
at its height when the derby drivers
arrive in st. Paul at the finish of their
522-mile grind. This probably will be
Tuesday, though their arrival may be
delayed until Wednesday owing to
on the trail after they reach Minne-
sofa,
Grand Forks herald., 1917-01-25
ATHLETIC SHOW
ON FEBRUARY 5
Eagles to Stage Attractive
Event Across the River
Keller on the Card.

On February an athletic show
will be staged by the Eagles lodge
In the Commercial club rooms of East
Grand Forks with Young keller and
Kid Bruny. the latter champion of
northwestern Canada, boxing six
rounds as the feature number. Two
other boxing events, including bout
between Kid Ebbenstein and Kid Pur-
cell and Young Saunders and Spider
Dahl will be among the preliminaries.
What promises to be an interesting
number will be wrestling match
between Bun Deitz and George
Tsoumpos. The latter is promising
Greek tussler who has been the pro-
tege OF Angus Mcdonald for the past
few months. and who is heralded as a
conner In the mat game.
Keller will be given an opportunity
to get back into the good graces Of
the fans and offer a little satisfaction
in retaliation for the poor showing
made with Vonato at the Gibbons
show. Kid Bruny is reputed to be q
real battler and the promoters de-
clare that Keller will either have to
fight or take whipping.