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The midland journal., 1917-12-14

,tilizer which would usually serve ap-
proximately 10000 acres of corn, OF
wheat, or of any other cereal crop
1t diminishes by this much the ability
of the farmer to utilize to advantage
his short supply of farm labor, to
grow sufficient crops, and at the same
time give up to military service the
boys of the farm.
Domestic Pyrites Help.
But this doesn't mean that we shall
have no fertilizer. All over the coun-
try there are small domestic deposits
of pyrites. These can be and are be-
ing manufactured into sulphuric acid
for fertilizer use and it looks. as
though there will be enough. But the
freight trade on these domestic pyrites
is higher than that of Spanish pyrites,
and the quality often lower. The cost
of labor in mining is always higher,
and the cost of handling greater
These facts mean inevitably an In
crease in the cost of acid phosphate
and coSnplete fertilizer. Fortunately
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Gotham.

Gothamites was a term applied tc
residents of New York by Washington
Irving in his book, "Salmagundi." The
original Gotham was part of Not
tinghamshire, England. Its inhabitants
early became a byword as simpletons
and madmen. According to one tradi-
ton, King John proposed making q
progress through the town with the
intention of purchasing castle, but
the people, averse to maintaining roy
atty, turned him away by engaging in
idiotic pursuits.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

phate has but little agricultural value,
and many materials now used in fer
tilizers could not be included.
Pyrites Carried at Low Rates.
These Spanish pyrites are usually
shipped from the port of Huelva on
the southwest coast of Spain, this side
Of the Gibraltar Gateway. Mediter-
ranean freighters returning from Eu-
rope take on these pyrites at very low
freight rates, even almost as ballast.
From Huelva the pyrites are carried
to Charleston, to Savannah, to Nor
folk, to Baltimore, and points north.
At these places the pyrites are burned,
the sulphur separated and turned into
sulphuric acid. Later on, ton for ton
this acid is mixed with rock phosphate,
and in this way the acid phosphate Of
commerce is produced. In other fac
tories this acid phosphate is mixed
with the blood, bone and tankage of
great slaughter houses, and with other
materials carrying nitrogen, for the
production of the complete fertilizers
on which depends the production of
sufficient supply of food crops.
Some of these Mediterranean
freighters have been commandeered
by the government. others have been
sent down by the dreaded submarine,
and still others are tied up in neutral
ports all over the world.
Conditions Are Serious.
Few farmers realize the serious ma
ture of the case. Perhaps the aver
age boat in this trade will carry four
thousand tons of pyrites. Every ton
of pyrites will make in the neighbor-
rood Of four tons of acid phosphate,
yOr up to eight tons Of complete fer
tilizer. Every four thousand ton boat
taken from the pyrites carrying trade
means a loss Of the acid for the fer
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Poet erax,a Birthplace.

If tablet is placed on Gray's
birthplace" in Cornhill, 1t should
bear record also that there is no &C
tual surviving birthplace Of the poet
says the London Chronicle. The fire
which, on March 25, 1748, destroyed
the house that Grey had inherited
from his father was reckoned the big
gest London conflagration since 1855
seeing that in it 200 houses were
burned down. In a very practical way
one finds the poet summing up his los:
in letter to Wharton: "The house
lost was insured for $500, and witt
the deduc Ion of per cent they paid
me f485. The rebuilding will cost f59(
and the other expenses will mount thai
sum to $780,"
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Catarrhal Deafness. Cannot Be Cured

by local applications, as they cannot reach
the discussed portion of the ear. There
Is only way to cure catarrhal deafness.
and that is by constitutional remedy.
Ce e-arrhal Deafness is caused by an in
famed condition of the mucous lining OF
the Eustachian Tube. When this tube is
infiamed you have a rumbling sound or
imperfect hearing, and when it is entirely
closed, Deafness is the result Unless the
infiamma tion can be reduced and this tube
restored to it's normal condition, hearing
will be destroyed forever. Many cases of
deafness are caused by catarrh which is
infiamed condition of the mucous sur
faces. Halls Catarrh Cure acts thru the
blood on the mucous surfaces of the sys-
tenn.
We will give One Hundred Dollars for
any case Of Catarrhal Deafness that cannot
be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure. Circulars
free. All Druggists. 75c
r. J. CHENEY & CO.. Toledo. o.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Notice To Red Cross Members.

A special request has been received
from France for garments and Other
supplies needed for hospitals to be
delivered within the next three
months
The Potomac Division is called
upon to supply:
Convalescent Robes 500
Pajamas (American) 1000
Pajamas (French) 1000
Bed Jackets 500
Bed Shirts soc
Helpless Case Shirts 25G
Bed Socks 25o
Underdrawers $500
Undershirts 250C
Hot Water Bottle Covers 1856
Sheets-American & French 250e
Pillow Slips 25OC
Bed Spreads 250C
Towels 5000
Considering the extent of the Di
vision, this allotment is not larg
one and it is hoped that it may 500,
be filled. 1t is quite likely tha
some of the Chapters have on han,
many of these articles in finished
state; in which case it is suggested
that they Immediately forward then
to the warehouse of the Potomac Di
vision 638 D st. N. W., Washington
D. G. In this way it will be deter
mined how many additional article
will be required.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Marriage Licenses.

The following marriage license
have been issued by Clerk of tht
Court Charles S. Peacock since ou
last issue:-
Joses w. Scarborough, of Chester
Pa, and Reba s. Ewing, of Lewis
vile, Pa.
Joseph Murphy and Pearl Worth
ington, both of Colora.
John B. Stryker, of Perryville, anC
Landonia Mae Barnes, of Havre d
Grace.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Interested MaananImItx.

''The Joneses are very forgiving.
When their son wrote them he had
eloped with the cook, they wrote him
to bring his bride home at once"
"But you don't understand how hard
1t is to keep cook in this place"
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Trouble and Constipation.

Those who are afflicted with
stomach trouble and constipation
should read the following: I
have never found anything SO good
for stomach trouble and constipation
as Chamberlain's Tablets. I have
used them off and on now for the
past two years. They not only
regulate the action of the bowels but
stimulate the liver and keep ones
body in healthy condition" writes
Mrs. Benjamin Hooper, Auburn, N,
Y.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

submarines

however, this increase in cost is more
than balanced by the increase in price
which the farmer receives for his crop.
Were this not the case, the American
farmer and the American farm would
indeed be in bad way.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Use Hfuh.erade Fertilizers.

With fertilizers high priced and
scarce this year, it is more important
than ever to use high-gra rather than
low-grade goods. Plant food always
costs the consumer more in low-grade
formulae, and now there is an added
argument for high quality-less freight
space is required to move given
amount of actual plant food.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.

This is not only one Of the bes'
and most efficient medicines fol
coughs, colds and Group, but is alst
pleasant and safe to take, which i
important when medicine must /.
given to children. Many mother
have given it their unqualified en
dorsement.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Explained.

"Jiggs, the author, is a great drink
er, isn't her.
swell, he's responsible, for one Of
the six best cellars in the United
States" ....l4l
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
The Hire the Hiqher.

Teacher What is the difference be-
tween II will hire a taxi and / have
hired a taxi?" Kid--About $6.50.-New
Orleans Times Democrat.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
You,ua Been There.

Invalid Down For a Rest Cure-1s
this restful place, boatman? Boat
man-It used to be, sir, afore folks
came ere to rest Philadelphia Ledger.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

A man is known by his lawyer;
woman is known by her doctor
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

We would willingly have others per-
feet and yet amend not our own faults.
Thomas Kempis.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

Some men are hard drinkers, but
others find it easy.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

It's always a big bore for burg
lar if the safe is locked.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

Women pause to reflect-wher
they see a mirror.
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

Dying in poverty is dead easy; it,
living in poverty that bothers man
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

Men are like wagons-they rattle
most when there is nothing in them
The midland journal., 1917-12-14
Brown & Fisher

A1A " w "a SA
REsTAURANT and GROCERY
Our line of Staple Groceries is.
fresh and complete
Bread, rolls, pies, etc, fresh
daily
We make special efforts to sup
ply wants with lettuce, toma-
toes. asparagus, spinage,
and other green groceries
Oranges, bananas and other
fruits
Ice cream by gallon or plate. In
brick or bulk. Festivals and
other occasions supplied in
any quantity
Cigars, Tobacco, etc.
Telephone orders promptly and
carefully filed.
Your patronage solicited
BROWN & FISHER
Rising Sun, Maryland
The midland journal., 1917-12-14

phate has but little agricultural value,
and many materials now used in fer
tilizers could not be included.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30
ATTENDING THE
DENOMINATION

Miss Mary Martin went to Green
vile Wednesday to attend the demon
stration given by DR.. Lund, Of the
Department Of Agriculture, and Mrs.
Dora Dee Walker, of the State work.
This demonstration was to show the
methods of drying fruits and vege-
tables and will be valuable to Miss
Martin in her work.
- Miss Martin has been successful
in the organization of Tomato Can
ming clubs, Bread clubs, and Home
Economic clubs. She is doing a
good work in the county.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30
HELP WIN THE WAR.

From every hamlet in South Caro-
lima young men have already Joined
the forces Of this country in the
xreat war against Germany. On
June fifth, our boys will respond to
the call of the country and enlist
under the stars and stripes for SER
vice at the front
Those of US who are left at home
should not feel exempt from duty to
the country in this time Of war. We
are not called upon to shoulder a
gun, but, nevertheless, each of US is
charged with the duty of fighting for
the country in other ways. If we
fail to do our duty, in accord with
the calls which the government
makes upon US, we are "slackers."
We are untrue to those of our coun-
tymen who have gone to face fire
and sword in the line Of battle. To
sustain the battle line at the front,
the lines of battle must be sustained
at home.
The first duty which was imposed
on us was that of preparing for feed
ing not only the people at home, but
the allies abroad. Right well have
the people responded. In the gar
dens, in the front yards, in the waste
places, everywhere, food is growing.
Mem, women and children are gar
dening and preparing.
Another call comes to us today.
The country must finance the war.
In order to raise money for that
purpose it is necessary to float seven
billions of dollars worth Of bonds.
No man is expected to burden himself
with carrying the whole issue, no
set of men are expected to buy all
these bonds. It is the patriotic duty
of men everywhere to respond to the
eaIl, to back up the country in its
efforts, to. succor and help the men
who are doing the fighting. The op-
portunity is yours. Do not think be-
cause you can only buy. one. fifty
dollar bond that you should not re-
spond to the call. If you are able
TO buy this amount it is as much your
duty to answer the call to that ex-
tent as it is the duty Of the man with
millions to do his bit. ..,'.
If liberty is to enlighten the
world and the shackles are to be
loosed for those who are not free,
It is your privilege, and no less your
duty, to 60 to your banker today
and arrange to buy a bond.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30
THE LIBERTY LOAN COM.
MITTEE FOR SOUTH CAROLINA

2'Two and half millions in : the
cause Of Liberty" is the slogan that
has been sent out to South Carolin-
ians everywhere by the Liberty Bond
Committee of South Carolina, in an
effort to place the states quota Of
war bonds upon the market without
delay.
June 5th, registration day, is the
date chosen for the big drive. It is
to be Liberty Loan day, on which
every man and woman in the state
with single dollar to invest, will be
called upon to rally to the support
Of the government and finance the
war.
Only a small proportion Of men
will have to register, and Of these a
much smaller number will have to go
to the battle front; but practically
every citizen of the state can do his
bit by buying fifty dollar bond.
Owing to the stupendous size OF
the loan,-s5,o 900, ,0oo,ooO-it will
require subscriptions from rich and
poor alike. Already the rich men
of the country are subscribing by
the millions; but it will take much
more than this. Every farmer, large
and small, every merchant, clerk,
banker and stenographer, who has q
dollar above actual living expenses
is expected to buy at least fifty
dollar bond. ......-..
The people of the farms and coun-
try districts must unite with the peo-
ple of the cities in subscribing, or
else the loan will be failure. Some
Of the rich men of the country are
taking millions; and it is equally as
important for the small farmers and
merchants to take their hundreds.
E. W. Robertson, Of Columbia,
chairman of the committee appoint
ed by the Federal Reserve Bank to
push the sale Of the bonds in South
Carolina, said yesterday: -.
"If there is one special message
that the Liberty Bond Committee
would impress upon the people Of
South Carolina it is that while mon
ey is not more important than. men,
it Is absolutely necessary that the
citizens of our commonwealth sup
port with their treasure the men
who must be sent abroad to face the
enemy on the firing line" ,.:''
]. Pope Matthews, also Of the
committee, said: "The government,
as a giant corporation, has under
taken a gigantic. project, and the
men and women Of America are call
ed upon to become stockholders in
the corporation. It is purely mat
ter of investment, and dividends are
payable, not only in money, but also
in life, liberty and the pursuit Of
happiness"
C. n. Barron, a third member Of
the committee, said: "Liberty Bond
Day has got to be one of the big
days in South Carolina. There must
be no defeats on the battle front be-
cause. Americans have failed to do
their duty by buying bonds. Every
man in the" state is going to-rally to
the flag on June the 9Th a9d do; his
duty" : ( ::
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

":The greatest immediate service
the American people can render in
this war for universal liberty
throughout the world is to furnish
the means for its vigorous prosecu-
ton. This bond issue is the first
step. I earnestly bespeak the CO.
operation of every citizen through
out the breadth and length of the
land in this great service Of patriot
ism."-Secretary of the U. s. Treas
ury, May 2, 1917.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30
JOHNNIE GET YOUR GUN.

Sergeant Townsend Smith came
over from Laurens Saturday and
spent Sunday with friends. Rs was
the admiration Of all the little boys
in town for he wore pistol as big as
q small cannon, strapped to his side.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

perity now calls upon you to show
your appreciation and lend your
support in turn for the benefits of
liberty you have been deriving"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30
CHANGES IN BUSINESS.

Neil Swetenberg is working at the
National Bank and Andrew Hill, a
recent High School graduate, has his
place with the Dargan-King Co.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"Apart from the privilege, it is
more especially your duty to con-
tribute some portion at once of the
prosperity which your country has
made possible for you"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"You can help end the war by
borrowing on your insurance policy
or obtaining loan from your bank
with which to buy these bonds"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"Do you realize it is an express
sion Of disloyalty to decline to con-
tribute to this loan?"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

'"Have you helped your country
by investing in the War Loan, or
have you helped Germany by keep
ing your money in your pocket"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

'sThere will be no discrimination
in the levying of taxes, and there
should likewise be no class of citi-
zens who fail to be participants in
the loan"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"This Liberty Loan offers a rare
opportunity to purchase an invest
ment without an equal"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

- "a big loan will shorten the war,
will help save life, and will help to
save civilization. Prime Minister
Of England, Jan. IL, 1917. -
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

ut is up to each one to show ap-
probation for the guardianship Of
his fatherland."
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"Ask yourself this question, have
I helped the War Loan and the
cause of Democracy"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"The loan affords an opportunity
for every citizen to participate and
express his unmitigated patriotism"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

eff necessary, wear old clothes,
old boots, old dresses; eat, drink,
and smoke less, and then borrow
against your future savings to invest
in this patriotic necessity"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

FOR SALE-Two mules for sale or
rent, by Amos B. Morse Co.
May %.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"No form of security obtainable
Is as safe as u. S. Bond"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"Selfshness and personal interest
may be sacrificed" ~: ::
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

"Your country which makes pos
sible your liberty and personal pros
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS.

FOR SALE-One nice large refrig-
orator, been in use short while.
holds 100 lbs. ice, but can be run
with rs lbs. Apply to Mrs. Rich
ard Hill.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1917-05-30

BEAN MEAL-for Cattle
and Hogs. Cantelou Bros, Mont
gomery, Ala.
Weekly journal-miner., 1917-05-23

Tine bankers must make up their minds to lend freely. and at a moder- ate interest rate. to promote this loan this is great national emergency and ordinary rules should not govern. Tn the first place, loans made with these bonds as collateral, with marginal payments. will be safe beyond ques- ton and, in the second place, the Fed eral reserve banks are at hand to back mp the local banks. It is time now to lay aside all resolutions and preju- dices against re-discounting.
 "On the other hand. no would-be subscriber has the right while pre- tending to render public service himself to throw all of the burden on a bank. He should not make a sub scription without bona fde intention of paying up on it within reason- able time, and he should make a pay ment down"
Weekly journal-miner., 1917-05-23
CONGREGATIONAL CON-
 FERENCE MAY 22-24
(From Fridays Daily.)

Arrangements are now complete for the entertainment of the annual meeting of the Arizona Congrega- tional conference here next week Members of the clergy and laity of the church will be present from all over the State during the conference, which runs from May 2 to "A in elusive.
 The meetings will be held at the First Congregational church, corner of Gurley and Alareon streets.
 A number of prominent local speak CTS are on the program, including T. c. Norris, Dean Hamilton, M. B. Hazeitine, Rev Harold V. Hartshorn, Rev. ]. F. Hedgpeth, Walter Hill and Rev. ]. H, Levin.
 The conference will be presided over by Rev. J. H. Heald, of Albu- querque, its superintendent Eight churches in Arizona are listed in the conference: Humboldt, Nogales, Pres- colt, Phoenix, Tempe, Texas Canyon, Tombstone and Tucson.
Weekly journal-miner., 1917-05-23
BIG FRATERNAL
 OCCASION FOR PRESCOTT
(From Thursdays Daily)

Prescott will have the distinction later in this month of entertaining the Knights of Columbus of Arizona, this city having been selected as the place for holding the State convention. In anticipation of an extraordinary occa- sion, Yavapai Council has practically completed arrangements for enter taining on an elaborate scale. A class of over 50 is to be initiated, and tho ceremony attending this event will be quite interesting. Fraternal matters will be considered for two days, and the occasion will end with a banquet. Auto rides, a varied line of entertain ments and other social doings are to mark this event as one of the most noteworthy ever to take place in the State for this order. President F. l.. Haworth of the chamber of commerce IS to deliver the address of welcome The date set for the gathering is from May ? to May % Many prom inently known Arizonans write they will be in attendance.
Weekly journal-miner., 1917-05-23
APPROVE ACTION FOR
 LARGER MINE WORK
(From Wednesdays Daily.)

Stockholders Of the Silver Belt Con- solidated Mining Go. took favorable action yesterday in approving the purchases made recently of a new hoisting plant, compressor to drive Sullivan drills, pumping plants, and other equipment to be installed at a second operating point.
 Deep sinking plans were also au- thorized at the new zone while de- velopment will also be continued at the original location, where determin- ations have been made of a very sat isfactory nature. It is due to the showing made in a shaft of over 125 feet in depth and with other develop ment given therefrom that the com pany has decided to sink at other sites. where prospecting given war rants exploration and supports the additional heavy outlay for new ma chinery. Ii was also decided to begin shipping at an early date good grade of silver-galena ore.
 Among those present at the meet. ing yesterday were: President Paige, who also is general manager; Captain J. B. Dudley. John and Henry Ma honey, c. L. Prentiss, of the board of directors, and some local stockhold- CTS. The company is equipped with funds to defray all future operating expenses.
Weekly journal-miner., 1917-05-23
PIONEER GROUP TO
 PASS INTO NEW HANDS
(From Fridays Daily.)

Vim. Oachs. a prominently known coast mining operator, before leaving the city yesterday stated that he had tentatively closed a deal for the Mike Ryan group in Turkey Creek district, situated near Goodwin, and after his return from Los Angeles early next week, the sale would be formally closed up.
 Mir Oachs admitted that the consid- cration would be quite large, owing to the amount of development given by MT. Ryan during his long owner ship, which extends back to over a quarter of century ago. This prop erty is certainly an attractive one and I am very much surprised as we'll as pleased that such a mineral proposi- ton should be open on such favor able terms. Myself and only a few associates will be interested" he stated.
 Mir. Oachs devoted several days to making an examination before the deal was agreed upon. Machinery will be placed in action and operations are to begin after possession is given.