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The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
GREENE CASE
BEING TRIED
Arguments Will Be Completed This
AfternoOn-Should Go to Jury
Before Night.

At noon today the case of Mr.. 10
j. Greene, charged with embezzlement
in connection with the failure of the
Greenwood State Bank in 1914, Of
which institution he was cashier, had
been partly argued and had the ap-
pearance of reaching the jury some-
time this afternoon. Two attorneys
had spoken at noon and several 9TH
ers were to speak.
The case was called yesterday aft
ernoon at one thirty o'clock, the state
completing its testimony before night.
The jury was locked up until this
morning when the defense presented
it's testimony Argument in the case
began about eleven o'clock. The jury
should have the case before night.
Other court matters have suspend
ed pending outcome of this trial, only
few trivial matters were taken up
yesterday morning prior to the calling
Of the Greene case Several cases
against negroes by the City Of Green
wood were ordered continued.
The case of DR.. s. F. Love, charged
with murder, will be tried Friday.
The Sheriff is busy summoning a
special venire of 100 men to serve as
jurors in the case.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
WOULD NAME TRAIL AFTER
BUFFALO BILL"

Lincoln, Neb. Feb. 7-(By Union
Associated Press PROMINENT men in
Colorado and Nebraska are working
on plan to have the name of the
automobile road known as the 20. L.
D." highway from Omaha to Denver
by way Of Lincoln, changed to the
Buffalo Bill Trail" An effort will
also be made to induce the Nebraska
legislature to devote the s25,00O it is
expected to appropriate as Nebraska's
part Of a proposed 100000 fund for
monument to the famous scout, to
providing makers for the trail. As
an lnducement to Colorado to cooper
ate 1t is proposed to extend the trail
up to the monument on Lookout
mountain.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
DOCTORS HOLD
GOOD MEETING
County Medical Society Met Yester-
day-President State Association
Made Address.

The Lefore County Medical Socie-
ty held one of the best meetings since
its organization yesterday afternoon
when Dr. I. M. Dye, Of Clarksdale,
President of the Mississippi Medical
Association, was present and deliv-
cred an address on "Organized Medi-
cine" The address was very instruc-
tive throughout and very entertain
ing.
Dr.. Dye is firm believer in organ
ization and has done much to further
the organization of the medical pro-
fession in Mississippi. He is a nat
ural leader and is making good
president of the state association.
Each county organization is a unit
in the state and national organiza-
tions, physician must be a member
Of his county organization before he
can become member of the state
organization or of the American Med
ical Association. There are also 9TH
er requirements that an applicant
must meet before he will be admitted
into the organization.
There were II present at the
meeting yesterday afternoon, about
half Of the local doctors being forced
to be absent. In the absence of the
president of the society, DR.. 7. Y.
Fleming, of Minter City, DR.. E. G.
Hamilton, of Shellmound, vice presi-
dent, took the chair and presided at
the meeting.
The other out of town members
present were: Doctors ]. w. Brandon,
OF Money, T. B. Holloman, H. S Shan
non and R. P. Hentz, of ltta Bena,
W. D. Wilson and j.. F. Simmons, Of
Schlater and B. F. McNeill Of Swift
town.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
BRANTLEY OUT OF JOB.
supreme Court Settled Game Case
Yesterday.

Much interest has been expressed
locally over the decision handed down
yesterday by the State Supreme Court
upholding the vote cast last fall as
% whether the Office of State Game
commissioner E. ]. Brantley and like
omces in each county and beat in the
seate' The game law which was
passed by the last Legislature estab-
nsalng the Office making some very
stringent regulations about the kill
ing OF small game was voted down
" she people Of the state, and the re-
sult was taken to the Supreme Court.
ne ruling yesterday was against the
commissioner, the Court virtually
'slllng him that he has had no job
slnce the election.
The court did not declare itself up
y ths onstitutionality Of the game
hw itself. 1s' /.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07

Germany. Any illegal act will lead
to declaration of war. All depart
ments of government are preparing
for a crisis which could come at any
moment. The Austrian Premier says
that the submarine blockade >declara-
ton was intended to bring further
pressure towards consideration Of
peace The desire for peace is still
prevalent in the diplomacy Of the Cen
trail powers. London says that while
the action taken by the United States
gives much satisfaction the Allies
now hope that America will not enter
actively into the war except for the
protection Of ocean routes in Ameri-
can waters, as it is feared that the
countrys supporteo the cause by war
materials might otherwise suffer
Liverpool was due, our market opened
at unchanged prices but lost 20
points soon after the call on small
selling by scalpers on easiness in
New York and the belief that the
political uncertainty is in favor of re-
action. There was, however, no real
weakness and the early loss was re-
covered on few buying orders. The
belief is pretty general that as soon
as the war position of the country is
efnined there will be more deter
mined support and an advance on the
basis of bullish technical conditions
and the fact that futures are several
cents under the price Of free
spot holdings. A better feeling was
created by the announcement that Mr..
Price had given out decidedly bull.
lish opinion on the cotton situation,
while holders in the South are firm
and determined. 1t is thought that
this may effect both opinion and ac-
ton Of capital in the northern mar
kets also by the mills.
J. F. CLARKE & co.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
MICHIGAN CENTRAL PLANS
BOND ISSUE.

Detroit, Feb. 7-(By Union Asso-
ciated Press)-Stockholders Of the
Michigan Central Railroad at today's
meeting were asked to authorize an
issue Of $10O,OO0,OOO refunding and
improvement bonds. These bonds will
be issued in series from time to time
as the needs of the road demand, for
the purpose Of caring for maturing
obligations and making improve
ments. Rates Of interest will be Ak
ed by the directors for each series
separately, conditions Of the monsy
market at the time Of issue being
taken into action. eis.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
CHICAGO. PROVISIONS.
DAILY COTTON LETTER.

New Orleans, Feb. 7--lmportant
political news overnight is as follows
Washington so far does not regard
the facts in connection with the sink
ing of British steamer Eavestone as a
case for hostiltes. Washington says
there is no change in government at
titude. 1t was explained authorita-
lively that the next step the United
States, if one is necessary will be
without addressing any inquiry to
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
WAS HELD HOSTAGE.
(By Associated Press)

Washington, Feb. Reports that
the German authorities had decided to
hold Ambassador Gerard in Berlin un-
til assured of the good treatment Of
Ambassador Won Bernstorff by Wash
ington injected a new element into
the German-American situation to-
day. Confirmation of the reported
detention is sought by the State De-
partment.
The government still is awaiting
some act by Germany which might
make the relations suddenly more SER
ious but it was stated after the cabi-
net meeting last night that nothing
had occurred to change the attitude
taken.
The next step, if any is necessary,
will be taken without addressing any
communication to Germany, it was de-
clared authoritively.
Congress, and all the executive de-
partments Of the government are
progressing today in preparations for
any event. This activity has sur
prised the Entente diplomats and
caused them to emphasize the hope
that the United States would not act
ually go to war. The fear that dec
laration Of war would cause harm to
the Entente by stopping the exporta-
tion of munitions.
The break with Austria seems to
depend upon the reply Of Ambassador
Penfield, at Vienna, to the State De-
partment's inquiries concerning the
details of the Austrian note. Secre-
tary Daniels today urged immediate
Congressional action toward taking
over the radio plants.
Secretary of Agriculture Houston
"or"rted data, which showed that the
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
(By Associated Press)

(By Associated Press)
Washington, Feb. 7-Dissention over
President Wilson's breaking off of di-
plomatic relations with Germany
broke out in the Senate today when
Senator Stone brought up his resolu-
ton to put that body on record as
endorsing the Presidents action.
Senator's Vardaman and Kirby,
Democrats, declared that they would
vote against it, as did Worlds, Repub-
lcan from California. Oti.ers who
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
NATION OFFERED
SERVICEU. D. c.
Southern Women, One Hundred Thou
sand Strong, Ready to Serve
Country in Any Way.
(By Associated Press)

Washington, Feb. THE United
Daughters Of the Confederacy,
through their president, General Mrs.
Cordele Odenheimer, rendered to
President Wilson the support and SER
vices of their one hundred thousand
members in whatever manner they
may be of use to the nation in the
present crisis.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
ST. LOUIS NOT
TO Be Conveyed
If Vessel Decides to Sail for England
Saturday Through Submarine
Zone.
(By Associated Press)

Washington, Feb. 7-Ihe American
liner St. Louis will not be conveyed
if she decides to sail for England
through the German submarine zone,
next Saturday, it was announced by
the State Department today.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07

WHAT THE KINGS DAUGHTERS HOS
PITAL WILL DOfORLtfLORE COUNTY
AND Tt1E SURROUNDING COUNTRY.
IT WILL supply the urgent need for increased hos
pltaI facihues, especially felt NY the poor
1T WILL provide fre-proof scientifically con-
structea hospital buildings on conmodious and
beauutu grounds.
1T WILL admit any white person needing hospital
service, regaruiess Ut place OF residence, ma
tonallty or Creed.
1T WILL welcome any reputable physician or sur
ge0n to practce within It's walls.
1T WILL make special provision for persons of
moderate means VINO need hospital service.
1T WILL have Maternity Wards where mothers
ana infants VIII receive the best care.
1T WILL carry staff of we'll trained nurses who
VIII bs BON sympathetic and scientific.
1T WILL MAINTAIN high class school for the
training OF nurses.
IT WILL MAINTAIN ample fully equipped operating
IT WILL have both anaeshetizing and recovery
rooms. t#N ,ng%4
1T WILL have ample and spacious sun parors.
IL WILL have convai ent and adequate elevator
service.
IT WILL have an up to-date X-ray apparatus.
IT WILL afford QUIET needed BY. nervous pa
tients.
IT WILL have beautiful situation on river 'front.'
IL WILL give our splendid physicians and sur
geOns lae facilities they need.
1T WILL be wealth producer by conserving the
health and efficiency Of the community.
1T WILL be an addeded factor of contentment and
happiness 6
AN EXPERT BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
( Management by Hospital Committee Of five from
Circle Under supervision Of board Of Control.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
DENMARK WILL
NOT JOIN. U. s.
Information From Reliable Quarters
Says Government Cannot Follow
American Example.
(By Associated Press)

Copenhagen, Feb. Tt is stated in
reliable quarters here that the DAN
ish g.77arnment has decided that it
cannot follow the example of the Uni
ted States in breaking relations with
Germany.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
MANY DIE WHEN
SHIP STRIKES
Three Hundred Lives Lost When Jap
anese Steamer Runs Aground in
Heavy Snow Storm.
(By Associated Press)

Ghetto, China, Feb. Three hun
dred persons were drowned or frozen
to death when the Japanese steam
ship Hankaka, ran aground during a
heavy snow storm near here Febru-
ary fifth.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
(By Associated Press)

Wy <AooOSA0ICu 1ICSSJ
Washington, Feb. THE State De-
partment has received reports that
American Ambassador Gerard has
reached Bern, Switzerland, from Eu-
ropean sources outside of Germany.
The government learned that the
German government had actually con-
sidered Ambassador Gerard practi-
cally as a hostage until they received
advices from Washington detailing ar
rangements for the safe departure Of
Ambassador Won Bernstorff. The in
formation came through Ambassador
Willard at Madrid.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
SMITH MATCHED TO FIGHT Dill.
LON.

New Orleans, Feb. 7-(By Union
Associated Press)-Gunboat Smith of
Philadelphia and Jack Dillon of In
dianapolis are matched to fight here
tonight. The agreement calls for a
twenty-round bout.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
HUNDREDS DIE
IN EXPLOSION
Dynamite Factory in Germany Blown
Up Latter Part of January-Many
Women Killed.
(By Associated Press) !

Amsterdam, Feb. 7-According to
Les Nouvelles, Of Mastricht, Holland,
a dynamite factory at Schlebuscha,
Germany, was blown up January 9th.
Two hundred persons, mostly women,
were killed.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07

C0IT ON, GRAIN
AND PROVISIONS
New York Cotton Market Closed I'm.
changed, New Orleans Up One
to IA Points.

The New York cotton market clos
ed this afternoon unchanged while
New Orleans closed from one to IA
points up. Spots at New York were
five off and unchanged at New Or
leans. No sales.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
MANY VESSELS GO DOWN.
(By Associated Press)

London, Feb. 7-Lloyd's announces
the sinking Of the British steamships
Vestra and Crown Prince, two traw-
lers, two fishing boats, the Peruvian
bark Lorton and the steamship Fer
uccio, Italian.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07

WHAT LEfLORE COUNTY SHOULD DO
FOR THE
KINGS DAUGHTERS HOSPITAL
FIRST: Raise $4,000 to help complete and equip
the fre-proof hospital buildings.
SECOND: Help the hospital to construct an ade-
quatc plant for the most up-to-date methods of
laboratory work.
THIRD: Provide facilities for the maintenance of
the strongest medical and surgical service for
both rich and poor.
FOURTH: Equip ample Maternity Wards with
adequate scientific appliances for the best care
of mothers and babies
FIFTH Provide Chidren's Department where
the diseases and defec,s Of childhood may be
treated to best advantage. as
SIXTH: install the most approved X-ray appara-
LVENlu II FroVIoe ample operating room with
the very best equipment.
EIGHTH: Put the Kings Daughters Hospital in
position to offer FREE service to the stranger
and to the poor Of Leflore county. 0
NINTH: Do that which is necessary to make its
hospital one Of THE BEST IN ALL THE
SOUTH.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
TWO SHIPS SUNK.
(By Associated Press)

London, Feb. The British steam
er Saxon of Britton, has been sunk
by submarine, two Of the crew wsrs
killed. The steamship Asul il also
believed to have been sunk. The crew
was rescued.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
REPRESENTS GERMANY.
(By Associated Press) Ell.

Wy HSSUCIACeu FFeS8J #'
Washington, Feb. Minister Rit-
ter, of Switzerland, today was in
structed by his government to take
over all German diplomatic interests
in the United States. including the
German Embassy here and the IL
consulates.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
BERLIN PRESS COMMENT.
by Associated Press) Il.

Berlin, Feb. THE afternoon news
papers devote entire columns 70 tie
news from America, which excludes
almost everything else from the
pages. Editorially papers lay srslt
stress upon President Wilson'S move
to induce Switzerland and other nsu-
trails to follow his lead. The COM
ment was temperorate. I.ss s
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
OHIO BOWLING TOURNAMENT.

OHIO BOWLING TOURNAMENT.
Toledo, Ohio, Feb. 7-(By Union
Associated Press) The greatest
bowling tournament ever conducted
by the Ohio State Bowling Associs-
tion opened here today. The fact that
the prizes have been exhibited In a.
vance, also because extra awards fsoi
ally attractive, largely Increased ~
alley owners make the priFes unugy-
number Of contssting teaanG. Il Il NJ ,Bs
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
THE WEATHER
Forecast.

Forecast.
Mississippi-Rain tonight. Warm
er in south and east and east portion.
Thursday unsettled and somewhat
colder. Probably rain in the south
and east.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
BRAZIL'S ANSWER SENT.
lBY Associated Pressl

Rio, Janerio, Feb. THE Brazil
ian reply to Germany's declaration Of
unrestricted naval warfare has been
dispatched to the Brazilian minister
at Berlin, it was officially announced
today.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
SWEDEN REJECTS PLAN.
(By Associated Press)

Stockholm, Feb. Sweden cannot
accept President Wilson's invitation
to severe relations with Germany.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
NORWAY STAYS OUT.
(By Associated Press)

Christiana, Feb. Norway does
not agree with President Wilson's
suggestion in regard to the breaking
off of relations with Germany, the
Aftenpost says.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
DEUTSCHLAND NOT COMING.
lBy Associated Pressl

Amsterdam, Feb. THE Weser
Zeitung, of Bremen, says the sub
marine Deutchland has not started on
her third voyage to the United
States.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
VARDAMAN WILL NOT ENDORSE
ACTION OF PRESIDENT WILSON
Two Democratic Senators. Vardaman ard Kirby,
Announce They Will Vote Against Resolu-
ton of Endorsement in Senate.
(By Associated Press)

BULLETIN. Washington, Feb. -(4:O9 P.
M.)-President Wilson's severance of diplomatic
relations with Germany was approved formerly
this afternoon by the Senate.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
objected to the Presidents action
pledged him their support in event of
war with Germany.
SAYS AMERICA NOT NEUTRAL.
lBy Associated Pressl

Wy ASSOclaCeO freSS)
Washington, Feb. . Senator
Works, Republican, in the Senate to-
day, asserted that the United States
had never been neutral as a nation if
she had the country wonld never have
been brought TO a hr:'"ch with Ger
many.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
AMBASSADOR GERARD REACHES
BERN, SWITZERLAND, SAFELY
Was Virtually Held Hostage by German Gov
ernment Pending Word of Safe Conduct for
Won Bernstorff- Ships Sunk.
(By Associated Press)

BULLETIN. Washington, Feb. 7--(4:O9 p.
NJ 1.-The sinking Of the British passenger liner
California off the coast Of Ireland has been re-
ported to the State Department. One life was
lost. There will be two hundred hospital cases
according to Americans aboard.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07

Closed to IA up.
New York Spots 15.55-5 off.
New Orleans Spots l7.19
Holders refuse to sell less than
quotations.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
EVERY PRECAUTION TAKEN.
(By Associated Pressl I. "

(By Associated Prcsa)
Washington, Feb. Every place N
any military Importance is girdlsd'
with guards today and the naval and
military officers are rapidly preparing
for any eventuality.
Twenty two machine guns hAve
been mounted about the Navy Yard
here and the crews ordered to "shoot
to kill' in case Of necessity.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07

GENERAL PLAN OF THE.
KINGS DAUGHTERS
HOSPITAL
FIRST: The service of the Kings Daughters
Hospital will be administered absolutely without
reference to religious belief or preference.
SECoND: 1t will be operated on the most ap-
proved scientific hospital plans.
THIRD: At least one-third of its beds shall be
available for the service of FREE patients
(more if necessary who shall have the same
treatment as pay patients
FOURTH: Any doctor in good standing will be
welcome to practice within its walls, provided
he complies with the regulations of the hospital.
FIFTH: It is not to make money. All revenues
will go to the free service the laboratory work,
or to the development and extension of the
hospital.
SIXTH The maintenance Of the hospital will not
depend on the proceeds from pay patients.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07

United States would be self sustain-
ing should she be cut of from the
world.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
FOR SALE.

Three mules at a bargain. Apply
Commonwealth Office.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07

Take The Daily Commonwealth.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-02-07
NEW YORK MARX EFT.
NEW ORLEANS MARKET.

Closed Unchanged,
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1917-04-10
TOFORM
INTO A UNION
ORGANIZE FOR PURPOSE or INDUC-
ING MERCHANTS or CITY TO OBJ
SERVE EARLIER CLOSING.

A. melting preliminary To the formation II
4 clergs' and employees union was held IN
the Centre Latina hall Monday night. The
meeting was attended bv some sixty clerks
and a meeting was called for Friday night
AZ which time q permanent organization will
be affected.
The primary object Of the proposed I'M
ion j. 10 secure the adoption " nm carly
closing agreement i'm Brownsville, and the
enforcement of the state law relative to
the employment Of women ami children. u
~ planned to circulate q petition among
the patrons Of the local stores asking that
they use their influence with the merchants
~ nave them close their placcs Of business
Ill $50 o'clock in the evening.
The closing move has already secured
the endorsement Of President d.. L.. Spero
and other prominent members of the Ro-
tary club and the Centre Latina hopes
To secure the assistance of the RotarianS
in securing better working hours. The
meeting was addressed IN Secretary Felix
Garcia Of the Centre Latina and by Mr..
Cation, Librarian at the Learner club.
The move was inspired when many
clerks expressed 4 desire 10 take advan-
tage of the Centro-Tatina night GLASSES but
claimed that they worked such long hours
that it would be impossible.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1917-04-10
7 Head Livestock
Taken From Ranch

Santo. Trevino. foreman of the NogalcS
ranch. four miles below Brownsville, on
the river road, this morning reported to
Sheriff Nann that five mules and two
horses were taken from hi, ranch last
night and had crossed the river. Trevino
claims that he had turned eight head of
work animals into q small pasture IN the
river when he had finished hi days work
Monday and that when he went to round
up the animals this morning only one mule
was left. The remaining animal had APP
parently broken away from the thieves a.
4 lead rope was tide about his neck.
Trevino trailed the animals and men who
lead them Town onto 4 -andbar in the
river. One the thieves wore shoes, a. was
apparent from the tracks. while the bank
showed n number of barefoot tracks of idf-
fercnt sizes.
Sheriff Nann told Trcyino hat If the
animals were on the Mexican side of the
river he was powerlo~S to act and advised
him 10 Zee the Mexican consul and make
m effort To recover his property through
officials on the Mexican side.