davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10
LuDlCRous IN THE EXTREME.


Lots of ludicrous things crop out
in any important gathering, and re-
cent examinations of cOnscripts was
no exception. All sorts and condi-
tons of excuses were offered by some
If the registrants for not wanting to
go to war.
TO illustrate:
One Resistant said he had de-
pendant-"his grandfather supported
him regularly, and he didn't have to
work hard to get it!'
One negro was very anxious to go
because, he said, it was worse than
war to try to get along with his de
pendents; wife and three children
Another wanted to know how to
get cut if be had a wife but WASH
paying no mind to herr"
One negro in answer to questions
said he didn't have a postolttce, ana
not get any mail, and came 90 DC
examined because all the rest OF the
boys were coming.
Another said he had four depend
ents, mother and three sisters
and his contribution to their welfare
was a goes out and gifts the wash
in fer en-
others were indifferent; some very
scared. and some very fluent in thei
reception OF their examination re
ports. 1t was a serious thing anc
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

We are told that hundreds OF miles
of telephone wire, and perhaps rail
road connection must-be set up be
fore Gen. Pershing takes over BIT
Of line from the French and then We
are to have "a maximum Of service
for minimum of danger" Give us
footing OF equality and then let ua
relieve the French Of a part of their
line.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The Tampa Tribune says that the
shipbuilding interests in Brunswick
ought to double our population in a
very short time If the present rate
is maintained, that will be done very
ouickly. Fortunately, other things
are aiding the shipyards in the good
work, however,
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

We are advised that there will be
no extra session of the legislature
and that the organization Will gel
busy. pass all the necessary legisla
ton and adjourn without a return en-
gagement later on in the year. That
as it should be, and the people VII
appreciate it.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

Most cordially do we commend the
Brunswick Board of Trade for It's
work in granting the request permit
ting the A., B. and A. to take OIL
MESSENGER trains Nos. II and II in
the Brunswick Nichols service, 1t IS
war measure and Brunswick IS al,
ways ready to do her bit in that di
rectien
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The organization Of the Downing
Phosphate company is going TO mean
much to the commerce of the port OF
Brlfnswick. The local company has
purchased vast fields Of phosphate
lands in Florida and the product Of
these lands is 10 be shipped through
The local port, Brunswick being head
quarters for the new company.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The launching Of the third ano
largest schooner by the Brun5Wlch
Marine Construction corporation yes
terday was a splendid success in eV'
cry detail Experience makes per
feet, and the big Brunswick concern
is approxmatiug real degree OF per
lection in launching these big schoon
ers.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The esteemed colonel rises to re
mark that we have been guilty of
objectionable folly in failing to pre-
pare for three years Then why didn
he begin by showing the way?
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

If Russia made peace with Austria
italy would need the million men she
lately offered for service elsewhere
to the ally who would find them III
arms and a grub stake
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The United States Maritime cor
noration is pushing things out at It's
new shipyard in Back river The
pile drivers will be at work in lie"
days and then the real Roadway will
begin.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

With a population Of 3S,o00'ooO'
France has 100000 men on the fir
ing line, well supplied. Our proposed
army of 100000 is about our pro
portionate strength.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

Perhaps the battle in Oklahoma
may be localized by trench lighting
and so brought to a deadlock. if the
reports succeed in creating serious
offensive.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

Mr.. Root processes hope that the
Russians viii work out their own
salvation. and many of the Russian
soldiers think running is the best
way.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The British estimate their losses
on account Of rats and mice at S2oo'-
coo 900 per annum. Why don IHeS
catch their rats and mice and send
them to Germany?
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The total OF sixteen democracleS
warning on autocracies is made COM
plete by the accession OF Siam but
may be reduced by the loss OF social
istic Russia.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

Our wooden U-boat chasers are to
be left in the woods on the advice
Of Admiral Sims. Well, better be
right than be president, said Henry
Clay.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The Burgomaster of Berlin remarks
1--WE are still in leading strings we
are not a free people" But freedom
does not come to those vino wear
leading strings.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

Denmark says the United States
will "aggravate the situation by
troubling the neutral states. Well
why not aggravate by way OF oppos'
ing frieghtfulness?
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

Uncle Sam will soon have one and
a half million soldiers in this country
but if he does not get them to France
quickly they will do no good.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

everybody seemed to have it in mind
hut all were attempting to show a
brave front, and take whatever came
in the proper spirit. There is every
reason to congratulate those who ap-
reared in that spirit, and the lack
of fight to get out of our nation ;
fight.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

The impetus given shipbudng and other local in
terests by the will of result business and
increased prosperity for everyone in Brunswick and vicinity
Maximum commercial and agricultural produc-
tior is necessary to win the for America.
This bank wants to be of every possible assistance yo
in obtaining maximum results from your acvititk
in and talk your requirements officers
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

= Practice limited to diseases of =
: Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat, and =
: the Scientific Correction of De- 4
Z fects Of Vision. Office suite, 8 Z
: Akin Bldg, SOB 1-2 Gloucester st, :
' Hours, 8 to / and 2 to s, and by :
2 appointment. Phones. Office, 319; :
Residence; go =
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10
OFFICIAL ORGAN OF

The News is member of the AS
sociated Press.
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

TELEPHONE.
Business Office. Editorial Room. 1888
The Brunswick news. [volume] (Brunswick, Ga.) 1906-2016, 1917-08-10

Entered at the Brunswick, lGa.)
postOffice as second-class mall mat
ter.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17
GREETINGS FROM AIRY.

Dear Social Cornerites: May I como again after long absence? Where is the Photographer?
 Sweet Sixteen (that was): Why don't you write? Do the little ones keep you busy?
 This is delightful weather to skate. Come and see me and bring your skates. Why didn't you stop the other day?
 Ready: This is the kind of weather when one appreciates a big generous woodbox- Won't you come and pass judgment on mine?
 Papa's Boy: I saw q picture of your Ettle Daughter not long ago. It was
 Remember Me: You have never gtv- en- me that clue yet. Won't you, pleasef
 VIII someone please give me recipe for shrimp wiggie? VIII return the favor in any way that can.
 Are any of the Sisters interested in tatting? try to do q little, but am not much of an expert yet. Annie: Keep on guessing. Why don't you write? Next time I'll wear the yellow bow. 4Ssr7
 Aifara: Where are youf have srfst discovered that . little vinegar rubbed on the hands after they. have been in water long tinse wiH oftentimes pre- vent chappins | s =
 When the wind News hard, rsnsin- -S>s-. sss
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17
TO THE SOCIAL CORNER WRIT

The Sisters of The Social Corner to the number of a hundred, at least, are aware thas the Editor has always had a special interest in Lincoln's birth day of days to him; but he never be- fore on this day had stirred within him the emotions which that long box rom Reuters with it's maSnincent and far-fetched contents started up
 The Editor doesn't know who counted those beautiful rosebuds; but it seems as if he must have counted them himself. Above three scarcely formed or moulded, with all their sweetest leaves yet folded. Be- sides this one hundred postal cards from distant lands and states as well design and thrilling with the birth day sentiments which make us sense the kinship which busy days and thoughtlessness seem to compel us to ignore. Words cannot express the feeling of pleasure and gratitude which surged within us as this pre- cious and silent tribute of regard was carefully and giecfully examined. happen to appear have the same kind ly regard for us, and would have gladly joined in this surprise. The system of secrecy we follow did not make 1t possible for all to be inform ed of the discovery of few.
 This iE only one phase of the good ness which our Social Corner Sisters are constantly exercising, only one golden thread in the cord which binds together our great family. The Edi- tor thanks them one and all and he hopes all the good wishes expressed for him may be their portion in the temple of life
 Old Lsaak Walton was not only a greater angler and chef, but a divine thinker, for he said: God has only two places of abode. in heaven and in a grateful heart" This is what makes kindly acts heavenly
 THE SOCIAL CORNER EDITOR
 Norwich, Feb. 12, 1s1T
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17

One morning when we were at break fast a squirrel peelxed in the window. He looked so cold and hungry that someone said: How fortunate there are some peanuts in the house.. and procee 7ed to put some on the veranda.
 Of course, Gray-Tai1 scampered away. We kept very quiet and he soon recovered from his fright and gradu- ally and cautiously returned. now ad- vancing a little way, then stopping to again coming on a few inches. keeping one eye on the window and the other eye on the peanuts. He finally seized a nut and scurried up into a tree.
 While we were eagerly watching for Gray-.Fail to return for another peanut a large bluejay adighted on the veranda, with his long. strong bill picked up a peanut and flew up into the maple tree. Such q time as Blue, jay had trying to eat that peanut, ae tried to hold it between his claws and against the branch Of the tree; but the peanut turned a somersault and landed on the ground
 Down darted Bluejay, seised the pea nut and flew up again. When he at last succeeded in opening the shell the kernel dropped down, but he went af- ter it and seemed to think as he ate 1t that 1t tasted very good
 Bluejay evidently spread the news in birdland, because in a short time three more blue5ays and several Eng fish sparrows were lowering around the veranda and surrounding trees.
 The sparrows did not eat the nuts, so we bought a bag of chick seed, spread boards between two chairs and covered these bird tables with chick seed. We threw peanuts. only a few at time, on the floor of the xeranda. It was great fun to watch Gray-Tai1 and the bluejays racing to see which could carry away the greatest, number of nuts.
 This long, cold winter, with so much snow, has been hard for birds and small animals. and some of them may die of hunger if we do not feed them. Sometimes we can throw out brea d crumbs and small piecese of meat. or tie bones which still have a little meat on where they can reach them. In very cold weather these things freeze and then some kind of seed Is better
 Would not watching the birds and squirrels help to pass away the time and give much pleasure to invalids an6 shutinS? Perhaps some of our old or young people know some such shut rant within plain view of their win dows.
 The bluejay is one of the prettiest and most easily recognized of our birds and Is a permanent resident. In the fall large f1ocks of bluejays may be seen going south, but that does not seen to diminish the number of those who spend the winter in the northern states.
 His dress is blue and white, trimmed with black The upper parts are light blue, cheeks, throat and breast blue ish-white. His head has a fine crest
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17
WHOLESOME SWEET BREADS.

Social Corner Sisters: I have been a reader of the Social Corner letters for some time and enjoy them very much. l have tried quite a few recipes with the best of luck each time. Hope some Of the readers will try the following:
 Gingerbread-One cup molasses. one cup boiling water, two cups flour theapeO, one-haf cup butter, one egg, one teaspoon soda, one teaspoon ginger and two tablespoons sugar Mix to- gether, adding water and egg last.
 Nut Brownbread-Two and one-haif cups graham flour, two cups wheat four, one-half cup sugar, one-half cup molasses. two cups milk. enc teaspoon soda, one teaspoon salt an done cup chopped walnuts. Bake one hour.
 Ginger Snaps-One cup molasees, one teaspoon soda. one-hah cup sugar, one half cup butter, one tablespoon ginger. Add flour enough to roll very thin and bake in a hot oven.
 KJTMSENE
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17
SARAH ANN'S MENAclNo
 TROUBLE

Dear Social Corner Sisters: shall have to resort 70 6 card catalogue sys- tenn for find pu- things away care fully and then do not know where to find them. It seems to me aa ii l wasted more time hunting up things l know are not lost than 1 was ever guilty of wasting when I know the thing was lost.
 After I have thought and thought and though without result I appeal to my sub-conscious self and get the information 1t is in the left hand corn CT of the upper drawer of the chif- fonier; but I didn't find it there; and then this sub b-conscious imp of Satan sends me searching boxes and bags and every time I get confident at the start and disappointed at the finish. l am getting where I think no reliance can be placed upon my sub-conscious self, that duality is out of joint and that a written record is the only dependable thing.
 Did any of you ever put anything precious right where you knew you would surely find it, and then find it at last in such a strange place that you ask your astonished self how in the name of Gen. Scott did it get thereI
 I now and then realize just how the darkey felt when the stolen chickens stuck their fluffy heads out through the holes in his hat in the presence of the owner, and when he was informed -of the evidence of his guilt he ex- claimed: For the Lawd's sake how'd 'em chickens cum in this nig- gah's hat? They must, sure huff, run right up his trousers legt"
 It is very perplexing to have a habit of putting things away so carefully you can't find them yourself, when you know right where they bel
 I do not know whether I ought to be confessing my shortcomings like this or not but The Corner is where we all seek relief, and some one may know better and easier plan than the card catalogue plan.
 I have heard of folks being so for getful that they would forget to eat their lunch after they had prepared it. do not wish to arrive there.
 I shall appreciate the assistance any ingenious sister may give for the re- life of this menacing peril
 SARAH ANN TTGHE
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17
WHERE PREPAREDNESS WAS
 DISAPPOINTING.
WAS

Sisters of the Social Corner: I won der if any of the readers of The Cor ner remember The Bulletin story about the lady who got all her Christmas presents ready so early in the season that when the holiday arrived she found them all to be misfits- It was in one of the late papers, and, of course, was only story; but it was very much like the experience of . lady who lives near me.
 Early last summer she caught the
 shop early" fever and at a bargain sale she bought yards of linen guest Der of small towels; some we're em- broidered and some heinstitched with a crocheted linen insertion. Then she bought number of yards of red rib bon, for one can always use red rib- bon at Christmas. Next she embroid- cred several beautiful pieces for the annual church sale and made aprons, work bags, needle books and many other things. By the first of December everything was all done-then her troubles began.
 First the church decided not to have a sale as in former years, and in look ing over her would-be gifts she found that the babies had all outgrown the dainty embroidered and crocheted gar ments intended for them.
 The red ribbon was not the right shade for her fancy work and it was altogether too wide to tie up the par cells with.
 The embroidered centerpieces and guest towels were hardly suitable for her brothers and nephews, and aside from the aprons and towels she found scarcely an article that was just the right thing for the ones who she wished to remember; and, worst of all, she had spent all the money that she could possibly afford for Christmas
 a Surely, preparedness was not a suc- cess in her case. The best way, 1 think, is to make each article especial ly for the one for whom it is intended and then here will be no misdts
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17
SUGGESTIVE THOUGHTS FROM
 JENNIE.

Dear Sisters of the Social Corner: Presumably we all share alike in hay in our individual makeup. However, for some few months past I had thought, or suspected, perhaps. the Sis ters and readers might think I main tained a Storehouse of maximS and old sayings which 1 frequently used for topics.
 The things which have proved help full to us, whether it be the words of a rhyme or a text from scripture, we are apt to pass it along, that it may be a benefit to someone else.
 I sincerely appreciate the courtesy which Aunt Mary has tendered to me in what I suggested on the subject of patience"
 I thank Aunty No. 1 for her compli- ments.
 Sisters Eloise and Primrose: Your kindly greetings will be remembered
 I enjoy all the letters of the other writers, and at this particular time I would say to Sarah Ann Tighe that I fully agree with her sentiments on system and would continue that ideal with a few thoughts concerning delays
 Carelessness often brings us regrets which are too late to mend; and fre- quently we say '1f I had only at tended to that yesterday, this result would not be today" There are many iE household duties. nor in the neglect of illness, but sometimes a forgotten message, and other things, all tend to remind us never to put off until the morrow what can be done today" It is one of the easiest habits to acquire, to put off," and it is just. as essential and gratifying on the other hand to be up to the minute. without delay
 Needless neglect means many sorry tales, whose echoes never fade away and the gladness and joy of success and triumph because we were prompt will ever be a pleasant memory.
 If we would accomplish many things that we desire. we must make the ef- fort to be systematic and avoid tho trial of being too late, for time and tide waits for no man.
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17
ONIONS ARE HEALTHY.

Dear Social Cornerites: An M. D. says onions cooked right are healthy: Peel, core, at root end, cut crosswise; cover with cold water and cover tight; cook till tender; remove cover, let water absorb; add butter, salt, pepper and a little milk; set in oven till but ter melts. These are called creamed onions.
 Cook same way, emitting the seas onings; remove steak from spider, and most of gravy: add big table spoon bacon grease. or salt pork fat; put cooked onions in spider; stir till light brown; or surround your bak- ing sparerib with the onions. Never use hot water; and only a very little water, any way. With any meat.
 Does Peep of Sterling make pud- ding without flour? Great saving if It can be done. A busy woman, l guess.
 The only way the Social Corner could be improved is by using as few words or expressions. to give others our ideas as possible.
 Thank you, Begonia, for the Mexican cake; recipe fine!. like meal, any way.
 T F. T
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17
NICE PUDDING RECIPES.

Dear Social Corner Sisters: am sending some nice pudding recipes. Hope you will Fry them.
 A Costly Snow Pudding: Half a box gelatine soaked three hours in one half pont of cold water, then add or4- half pint boiling water, two cups sugar, flavor and set on ice till like jeA Take the whites of four eggs and beat to stiH froth and beat in with the ether set on ioe. For the cream take the yo1izs of four eggs and one egg beside and beat with four spoons of sugar Add this to one pint of milk and cook until like cream. This is 9 very nice pudding and if you try it you will find 1t makes delicious desert
 Prune Pudding: Whip the whites of five eggs to a stiff froth, add slowly five tablespoons powdered sugar, beating all the time. Then add one cup of cooked prunes chopped and beat Sen minutes. Then set away to cool Beat the yolizs of five eggs, add one-half cup sugar and beat until creamy. Add one pint of hot milk slowly and work in a double boiler until thick like soft custard- Cool and serve as 3 sauce for the prune pud- ding.
 SOcKANOSSET
Norwich bulletin., 1917-02-17

Dear Social Corner Sisters: Here are a few more recipes which will prove their worth should you try them:
 \ Cream Almond Cake: One cup but ter, two cups sugar, one cup milk, two level teaspoons baking powder, live egg whites. one teaspoon extract almond. Cream the butter. add grad uaIly the sugar and almond. Sift to- gether thoroughly the flour, corn starch and baking powder, and add alternately with the milk to the first mixture. Beat the egg whites until stin, add and beat vigorously. This makes two 1oayes.
 Mars1n1aIIow CaE<es One-ha1f cup of butter, one and one-ha1f cups sugar, one-haf cup milk, two and one-third cups flour, two level teaspoons bak- ing powder, five eggs, one teaspoon
 Mix as Snow Cake and bake in layers. Spread marshmallow paste be- tween the layers and on top.
 MarshmalIow Paste: Three-quarters cup sugar, one-Quarter cup milk, one .blespoons hot water. one-half teaspoon vanilla. Boil the sugar and milk to gether six minutes. Melt the marsh maIlows and add the water. Combine the fwo mixtures. add the vanilla and beat until stiff enough to spread.
  .one-half cup butter or drippings, three and one-third cups flour, two level spoons ginger, one and one-half tea Spoons salt. Boil the molasses two minotes and pour on the butter. Sift together thoroughly the flour, baking powder, ginger and salt, and add chill, roll on 1oured board as thin as possible, using a small part of the dough at a time Cut into shape and bake in moderate oven.
 Snice Cookias. Ore-haIf c1yr y1oaIa es, one-quarter cup sugar, one and One-haf tablespoons lard, one table spoon milk snrSe cups flour. two level teaspoons baking powder, one-haIf teaspoon salt, one-half teaspoon clove One-haf teaspoon nutmeg. Bring the molasses to the boiling point and add the sugar, butter, lard, and milk Sift tog-ther thoroughly the four baking po~4~r, salt, cIove. cinnamon and nut meg and add chill and proceed as with Ginger Snaps.
 Vasilla Waters: One-third cup but ter and lard mixed, one cup sugar, one egE well bsaten, One-quarter cup milk two asd ens-Quarter cups -four, one level t~A&pcon baking powder, one half t@@mSoon salt, two teaspoons van lila. Crsam the butter, add the sugar egg, milk and vanilla. Sift together thsrsushly the 6our, baking powder and salt, and add. Proceed as with Ginger Snaps.
 O-sros JumbIes: One-third cup but ter, one cup sugar. one egg, ore-third cup milk, three and one-quarter cups