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The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14
IN WRONG EITHER WAY.
I'm in hard luck

I'm in hard luck"
why"
Il told Belle she was the first girl
! ever loved, and she said she couldn't
waste her time training amateurs
Then l told Nancy had made love to
other girls, but that she was my real
passion. and she asked me if she was
a cultured taste with me or foriorn
hopc."-Baltimore American.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

Cheer mp, friends, Papa IIoov-
or has a heart, after all. He will
let Us have turkey and cranber-
ries for Thanksgiving and -
whisper it -oitlN-perhaps. three
calorics OF candy each, ii we arc
good.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

While compiling Your list of
things to be thankful for, do not
forget oar lovely autumn wealth
cr which we stand ready to
match against all corners.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

With no desire t. hurry mat
tiers, we would like to see a Japa-
ncse death list. Then W. would
know that there WAS 10 funny
business III the frequent rHmor
that japan i on the side Of the
allies.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

The situation might have been
different if the Russians and
Italians had been furnished With
acid to test the German gold
bricks.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

Now, then, if the Montana !. "
W. We're onto their jobs they
would organize Il rescue party
for MaNimali>ts.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

Put your ear To the ground and
listen for a turning oyer sound
in the grave Of the great and 1t
meutcd Garibaldi.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

We have no fear Of Il military
caste in this country our fear
extends rather to something OF
the sort With on |. W. w trade
mark.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

Russia may be sadly deficient
in some respects, but certainly
she has no lack Of new blood l'r
leaders.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

\ fairly safe forecast IS that
there will be fewer fire, along
the New York water front az
there are fewer alien Germans
employed there.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

Old King Coal. almost the only
monarch With q safe job, = PROV
ing that he also believes III 4
world safe for democracy.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

The boasts of Won Tlrpltz and
his followers suggest the posi-
bility that Germany has her
fronts mixed.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

Perhaps We viii come 10 4
showdown if the government
will require all citizens Ia take
out union cards
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER "a. 1917.

There is evidence that the
BolslEyiki. also. is one Of the
things made IN Germany.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

Every time the coal miners get a
raise the consumers get one Also
Philadelphia Inquirer.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14
Talk Of tie Tour,
0eys At Camp Lewis
Want Letters.

Letters from home will do more than
anything else to keep UP the spirits OF
the boys who are in trimming ut the
Camp Lewis cantonment. according to
Postmaster ]. W. Lister. who returned
from a visit to the big contonlnent.
When the Missoula county men saw
the postmaster they beseiged him, as
the proper man, with requests for let
ters FROM home. !.
Tho boys seem contentcd and like
the soldier life. but they are exceed.
ingly eager to hear from the old home
town and feel rather downcast If their
old pals at home don't remember
them with an occasional letter." said
Mr.. Lister. Il saw only Il few Mis-
soula boys, who were in quarantine as
the result of the illness of one of the
inmates Of the barrack in which they
were stationed, but they all seemed
cheerful. Although they were all I'm
good health, they were kept apart from
the rest of the soldiers. and drilled In
their own private grounds in front Of
the barracks.
Il hunted high and low for a number
| Of the boys whom I know we'll. but WAS
unable to locate them. as they were all
/ busy drilling and doing various tasks.
The fellows don't have any opportunity
to get lonesome during the day. be-
| cause they are always occupied in some
way
| 1T certainly is a wonderful sight TO
| stand at one end Of the five mile long
parade ground and sec thousands and
thousands of men drill down the entire
stretch. the troops finally melting into
q hazy background of khaki"
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

If Senator Walsh thinks that
Whceler's reward has not been
sufficient ne can satisfy every
body by recommending him for
United States District attorney
on the island Of Guam,
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

Too many words weaken an arsu-
mcnt. ALBANY journal.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14
Builds Own Locker
to Enroll in Course.

Advanced chemistry classes at the
State University Of Montana are 50
crowded that three men have been
turned away because of lack Of ac-
commodations for them. Another man
applied He applied again and again
and finally to get rid of him. Pro-
fessor Il. II. Jesse, jr., said that he
could enter il he would build
his own locker and work any place
he found a vacant desk. The student
built his locker and is now at work
Ii the men who are now in mill
tarv service had returned this year
perplexins problem would have faced
the members of the chemistry faculty
!as to how to handle them.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-14

The Mis~oula members If the
Peoples Council Of America If
there are snch remaining will
be Interested to learn that TheO-
dorc II. Lunde. former treasurer
of the association j. in jail in
Chicago for reasonable propa-
ganda. Among uther things. Mr..
lnndc remarked that if the kals-
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
MASQUERADE
WASHAPPY
AFFAIR

An occasion which will long be re
membered by those present as one Of
the most enjoyable of its character
was the masquerade party given on
Saturday evening by Mr.. and Mrs.
Roye Rogers at their Third street
south home, the Tuesday club members
and their husbands being the guests
The guests were dressed in unique
costumes and a great deal Of merri-
ment was enjoyed by all
Several games Of auction bridge
were played, Mrs VIII Nash and E.
B. BEDFORD being successful in car
rying off the honors for playing high.
Later the guests enjoyed an elaborate
luncheon, the prettily appointed ia
bles being prettily decorated in sweet
peas and mignonette.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
EAST SIDE
5OOCLUR
ENTERTAINED

The East Side 500 Club were mos.
graciously entertained on Saturday
afternoon by the members Of the West
Side50O Club at the home Of lis. J.
Hollmuller on Fourth Avenue. The
affair was in the nature of Valen-
tine party. Hearts and cupids inter
spersing the red crepe paper stream
ers festooned from the chandeliers,
made beautiful effect. Five tables
Of 500 were played during the after
noon, at the close of which the East
Side favors were awarded to Mrs. Fer
dinand Link and the west side favors
to Mrs. Fred La Brot. 4 charming
and delicious lunch was served at five
o'clock. Mrs. A. Bornick and Mrs.
Jos. IRELAND were the guests of the
club.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
POTATO
MARKETBOOnS
Plainfeld Sees Rush of Sales. Price
2.1O and Higher Prediced. Far
mers Get Fat Checks.

The potato crop around Plainfeld
the past season was generally good
and the farmers are rolling in pros
perity as result. The price paid in
Plainfeld market Wednesday was
500 and higher figures are predicted.
A good many potatoes are being brot
in. John Blair, leading buyer, bought
48 wagon loads Wednesday and the
Plainfeld bank paid out about $4,000
FOR potatoes during the one day.
Richard Weymouth, a farmer liv-
ing near Plainfeld has disposed of his
crop for $4,000. Others have received
$4,000 and other amounts.
Reports state that as high as $2.35
bushel has been paid recently at
Junction City A maximum of $3.50
is reported from Portage.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
MRS. A.C. OTTO
Charming
HOSTESS
Pleasant Festivities Take Place al
FoEtnightly Club.

Amid swirl Of Valentine decora-
tons, the members of the Fortnightlv
Club were entertained at the apart
ments of Mrs. A. c. Otto on Friday af-
ternoon. The apartment was brilliant
ly decorated for the occasion in the
Valentine colors, and emblems, very
appropriate for a festivity of such a
nature. A profusion of hearts. val
entines and cupids played a prominent
and beautiful part in the decorative
scheme.
Three tables of bridge, were played,
during the afternoon, at which Mrs.
Louis Reichel was successful in win
ming the first honors, beautiful val
entine.
One of the most delightful featurse
of the afternoons amusement was a
Post Office, at which each Of the guests
received an original valentine. Verses
composed by the hostess, showed her
ability as an artist in this line, and
the reading of each verse by the reel
pient was the cause of considerable a
musement.
A five o'clock luncheon was served
the dining room being effectively dee
GRATED in the valentine, colors and en-
blems, bouquets of red carnations be-
ing attractively arranged on the table.
Table lights enclosed in red shades,
cast soft glow over the table and
added considerable charm to the oc-
casion. Covers were laid for twelve
who did ample justice to the elaborate
menu, which was enhanced in its beau
ty by being carried out in the FREEDOM
mating colors.
Mrs. Case Of Baraboo and Mrs. w
A. Drumb were guests of the club.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
nix in this city, where he

Ia III GIliS IACSs "AiC1 = ~
"a it, and opened checking ac-
count. He then went over to the Dix
on Hotel, where he drew a check for
s25. The Dixon Hotel management
called up the Citizens to see whether
hs had currency in the bank. In the
mean time D. B. Philleo, cashier Of
the Citizens had wired the bank at
HilIsboro, to see who they had issued
the draft to. They Informed him that
they had issued the draft to aman by
the name of Bergman, for the Badger
Candy Co., for $278.9O but to no other
party. Rutzky was arrested after
leaving the Dixon and denied the
charge. On Monday morning after
cross-examination he pleaded guilty
and waived examination. John Rob
erts represented the state. He is con
fined in the County Jail until Judge
Parks returns to Stevens Point.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
SURPRISE PARTY

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Eberhardt were
rendered a surprise party at their
home in Biron on Sunday the OCCASION
being the birthday anniversary of Mr..
Eberhardt. About eighteen of thei"
friends from this city enjoyed sleigh
ride to that city and took the Eber-
hardt home by storm. The afternoon
was spent in playing 500 at the Btron
club, the favors for the playing going
to Mrs. NJ Guyant of Stevens Point,
Mrs. Miles Foster, A. J. Cowel and
George Tomske.
The party later adjourned to the Eb-
erhardt home where delicious refresh
ments were served. The day passed
all too swiftly and the guests returned
at a late hour reluctantly but happy.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22

VOODENCAUI)Y
PALS ORL)ERED

Two Rivers, Wis, Feb. 10 What
is thought to be the largest order for
wooden candy pals ever placed in this
country was that received from an
eastern concern by the Wisconsin
Wood Working company of this city.
The order calls for 10000 dozen Of
pals. It has been estimated that 500
carloads of logs, or ten solid trains Of
fifty cars each, will be required by the
local plant before the order is filled.
Delivery of the finished pals will re-
quire 135 cars, and figuring each pail
at a capacity Of thirty-fve pounds, it
will take 25,OOO,OOO pounds of candy
to fill them.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
Mrs. Percy
DALYGIVES
LUNCHEON
Room Decorated in Spring Flowers
Proves Delightful Setting.

The springtime in all its fragrance
pervaded the atmosphere at the one
o'clock luncheon given by Mrs. Percy
Daily at her home on Thursday after
noon.
Yellow was the prevailing color car
ried out in the decorations and ap-
pointments. Baskets tied with yellow
tulle containing yellow jonquils and
tulips centered the tables, at which
covers were laid for twenty-one.
The sumptuous menu which was
served in five courses, was served III
a charming manner.
At the conclusion Of the luncheon,
the guests enjoyed several games of
Auction bridge, Miss Irma Johnson re
ceiving first honors, Mrs. Lawrence E.
Nash received second favors and Mrs.
James Hamilton received the consola-
ton favorS.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
DARE DANCING
ACADEMYCLOSES

The Dare Dancing Academy t. t has
been holding forth at the old Jo-nson
& Hill building closed most success
full series last evening. The evening
was given over to the reviewing Of
the dances taught and a good social
time was enjoyed. One Of the big
features Of the evening was a contest
in which four couples entered to gain
the popularity Of being the best skill
ed in the dances taught. The couples
entering the contest were Mrs. Jack
Kinister and Kirk Minister; Mr.. and
Mrs. Sprise; Mrs. Kirby Black and
Chester Severance; and Gilbert Helm
and Florence Weeks. Miss Florence
Weeks and Gilbert Helm were awarded
the honor o. being the best dancers
on the floor.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
FORCES DRAFT

Louis Rutzky, a former resident of
Marshfeld, was arrested in this city
on Friday, charged with altering q
draft issued at Hillsboro.
Rutzky was in Tomah on Friday and
at the Railway station as he was about
to take train, travelling man step
ped in front of him, and in doing SO
dropped letter out of his pocket. Rut-
ky picked the letter up, pocketed the
same, and after taking a seat on the
train opened the letter and found a
draft inside for $27890 payable to the
Badger Candy Co. He altered the
draft making it payable to Benjamin
Candylor, and took it to the Citizens
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
LUNCHEON At
TEIEWIT'IER
(From Fridays DaiIy.)

(From Fridays DaiIy,)
Mrs. Mae Franklin entertained The
Card Club, at luncheon at one o'clock
this afternoon at the Witter Hotel
At the table where a sunptuous six
course collation. was served, the de-
corations were Of a Valentine nature,
which was very appropriate for this
season of the year.
Covers were laid for the following
guests: Mrs. w. T. Mathes, Mrs.
Frank Walsh, Mrs. George Bronson,
Mrs. Warren Fisher, Mrs. C. T Foote,
Mrs, Charles Natwick, and Mrs. Lacy
Horton.
Following tie luncheon tie guests
repaired to the home Of Mrs. Chas.
Natwick where the afternoon was
spent in playing auction bridge.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
NARSHFIEL[)
T()HAVE
WAREHOUSE

The S. Miller Fruit Company has
been given a SO year lease on the block
fronting the Central Avenue and the
present 500 Passenger depot and own
ed by the 500, at Marshfeld on which
they intend to erect the coming year,
a handsome brick warehouse, and cold
storage plant, two stories or more
in height on the Northwest corner Of
the property.
The building will be 42x120 feet in
size and will be of freproof construc-
ton.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
DELIGHTFUL
SOCIAL
Function

Mrs. Paul F. Kohler entertained on
Wednesday evening the members of
the Monday Evening Bridge Club, at
six-thirty o'clock dinner at her Third
street home.
The dining room was veritable St.
Valentines Den, the decorations being
significant of that Saint.
A large basket containing candy
hearts centered the table while wax
tapers glowed at either end. Individ-
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22

ual candle holders, with the dainty
nut cups and favors added an attrac-
tive charm to the table. After dinner,
a series Of games Of auction We're
played, Mrs, Henry Sampson and
Freeman Gilkey being successful in
winning the awards. Mr., and Mrs.
Henry Sampson were the recipients Of
a beautiful ivory clock the occasion
also being their eleventh wedding an
riversary.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
WEDDING
ANNIVERSARY
Celebrated
(FrOm Fridays Daily.

Mr.. and Mrs. Cyril La Barge of Biz
on celebrated their thirty-frst we'd
ding anniversary yesterday and in
honor of the occasion entertained a
large number Of their friends. Schafs-
kopf and 500 furnished the amuse-
ment for the evening and a delicious
eleven-thirty o'clock luncheon was
served, the table decorations consist
ing of carnations and valentine en-
blens.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
PRESENTS
ANALTERED
DRAFT

A man giving his name as Benja-
min Candylor, and his home as Hills
6oro, presented draft at the Citizens
National Bank on Friday afternoon,
which had been altered. The fellow
was taken in custody and is being
held at the County Jail until the case
can be thoroughly investigated.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22

uine parties Of the February season
took place yesterday afternoon, when
Mrs. T. E. Mullen was hostess to the
members of the G. 0. P. Club and a
few guests at her home on Third
street south.
The home was deliberately decorated
in an appropriate manner, flags and
hearts being used to give the desir-
ed effect.
Four games of Auction Bridge were
played, Miss Brahany receiving the
guests favor and Mrs. n. IRELAND re-
ceiving the highest score of the club
members was given the club prize.
A delicious six o'clock dinner was
served in courses, the hostess being
assisted in the serving by Mrs. Fred
Stamm, and the Misses Isabel Nash
and Katherine Kammerer. The din
i ing room table was conferred with an
attractive basket of red and white car
nations tied with a large red bow of
tule. Large red candles set in a
handsome candelabra cast a beautiful
glow about the room.
Miss Margaret Brahany of Madison
was an out of town guest present. The
guests departed for their homes u
unanimous in their praise of the de-
ightful time afforded.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
A. L. FONTAINE, Publisher.
Thursday, Feb. p, 1917.

''He that gives good advice, builds
with one hand; he that gives good
counsel and example, builds with both;
but he that gives good admonition and
bad example, builds with one hand and
pulls down with the other"
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22

CAS- in aature, as in Art, so in grace;
it is rough treatment that gives souls,
as we'll stones, their lustre. The more
the diamond is cut, the more it spark
les; and in what seems hard dealing
there God has no end in view but to
perfect His people"
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
ELKS PASS
THROUGH
THE CITY
From Saturdays Daily.

From Saturdays Daily.
A carload of Elks passed thru the
city this morning attached to the early
morning train on the Milwaukee road
bound for Trout Lake. The car left
Yellowstone Park, Wyoming on Thurs
day, containing forty Elks. When the
car reached this city this morning two
Of the Elks had died 1t is hoped that
the rest of the Elks will survive the
trip, which will end at Trout Lake
sometime this evening.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
j. 5. FIRM
GIVEN ORDER
FORSHELLS

Washington, Feb. Contracts for
navy projectiles which had been let to
Hadfelds, Ltd, an English concern, to
day were given to the Midvale Steel
company, the Washington Steel and
Ordnance company and the Crucible
Steel company.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
DINNER

From Fridays Daily.)
Fourteen friends of Miss Marie
Bein were her guests at dinner party
given at her home last evening.
Dinner was served at seven-thirty
o'clock, the table decorations being in
honor Of St. Valentines Day. After
dinner several hours were spent in
playing games.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22

The members of the Training school
accompanied by Prof NJ. H. Jackson
visited the court house today and took
IN the regular session of County Court.
They were shown through the various
offices.
George Walsh left last evening for
Chicago for short visit with friends.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1917-02-22
N.
WORKABLE.

Martin WorzalIa, aged 81 years Of
age, one of the oldest residents of
Portage County, died at his home in
the town Of Plover on Friday, the
cause of death being artario scIerosis.