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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-07-28
StupendOuS Auction Sale
Antique & Magnificent
Household Furniture

The entire contents from garnet to
cellar. of the famous Castle Haven
Colonial Mansion, situated near Cam
bridge. Dorchester County, Maryland.
Is rooms chock full Of Rare
Antique. and Modern Mahogany Furni-
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from far away India; Paintings from
the most famous galleries Of Europe:
Statuary from the sunny lands of Italy
Dainty China. Canopied Beds. hand
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the best artisans Of France; Carpets,
Rugs and Druggcts from Bagdad. Per
sia and Turkey. a Library of thousands
OF volumes Of the Worlds most famous
Author, to Rric-a brac and Ornamental
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the Globe. purchased with infinite pains,
regardless of cost. by the present owner
in his world wide travels
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-07-28
To The Citizens of
Worcester County

The Exemption Board for Worcester
County has entered upon its duties with
a full realization of the tremendous re-
sponsibilities imposed. We will be called
upon to render decisions which will be
painful not only to those who are
directly Interested. but painful to the
board as well. We realize fully, the
weakness of human nature and that at
times. we will feel moved through sym
patty, or otherwise. 10 depart iron. me
strict line of Justice We further real
ize that when our work Is done We shall
be misjudged by many whose sense OF
Justice is warped by the great affection
they bear 10 son. a brother, or lover,
but by the help of God. we intend under
any and all emergencies that may rise,
periodically, fearlessly. lmpartialIy and
Loyalty to perform the duty imposed
upon w.. No honest man or woman can
or will ask US 10 10 otherwise and We
trust we will have in our unpleasant
work the support and sympathy of every
good citizen of our County DO not
impose harsh judgment or criticism
upon our Board DO not expect favor
itism, but be prepared to live up to the
letter Of the law. and the great respon-
sibility you owe to your country
Every loyal American citizen must
expect to do his part in this great con
ilict. and doing his part, success will
crown our fight FOR God. Liberty. and
Humanity.
f.. Il. SHOWELL MY Frs.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-07-28
JOHN ". STATION. Solicitor
Assignee's Sale
OF VALUABLE
Real Estate

BY virtue Of the power contained in
mortgage from " Joshua Hudson. of
A. j.. and Catherine Hudson his wife,
to Paul T. Scott dated June 10th, 1910.
recorded among the land records OF
Worcester County. Maryland. in l.iber
Ode, No Z, folio -. the undersigned
Assignee thereof will sell at Public
Auction to the highest bidder for CASH
in front of the Atlantic Hotel. in the
town of Berlin. Worcester County,
Maryland. on
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-07-28
SATURDAY.
August 4th, A. D.. 1917

At 10 O'CLOCk, \. NJ,
| will sell the above described property
to the highest bidder for Cash to satisfy
said writs and costs, in front of the
store house recently occupied by said
". Joshua Hudson in Bishopville, Wor.
cester County. Maryland.
GEORGE W TRUlTT.
Sheriff
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-07-28
Piano For Sale.

ghtly used Mathushck Piano for
Che very best make. Cost $3.50
w: will take half price for it
have two others. and cannot
,ue. This il a very handsome
I'd you will have to see it before
appreciated. Any one wish
Irchase first class piano will
mistake to let this chance go
use it looks like. and is as good
one. Payment can be made
-haser.
" w. LANDING.
'comoke City. Md.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-07-28
WILLIAM f. JOHNSON, Solicitor
Mortgages Sale
OF VALUABLE
Real Estate

By virtue of power of sale contained
in mortgage from Sydney o. Furniss
and wife to Nettie Mears dated Novem-
Der %, 1911. recorded among the land
RECORDS of Worcester County. Maryland,
in Libcr O. y. G., No. Is. folio Is,
default having occurred in the payment
Of said mortgage. az therein provided,
the undersigned mortgagee will offer at
Public Sale at the Court House door in
the town of Snow Hill in said Worces-
ter County. for CASH. on
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-07-28
TUESDAY,
9TH. A. d. 1917
AT $50 O'CLOCK. +. ".

AT 2:3o O'CLOCK. r. NJ,
all that tract or parcel OF land situate
in said Worcester County on the north
west side of the State road, leading
from Snow Hill to Berlin; about one and
one half miles from Snow Hill. known
as the "Purnell Farm. and which was
conveyed to the said Henry Milbourne
by Levin g. Disharoon. ct al by deed
dated December 81. 1903. recorded
among the aforesaid land records in
I.iber f. II T. No. % folio So. All
crops upon said mortgage property will
pass to the purchaser az further pro
vded in said second mortgage
TERMS or SALE CASH.
WILLIAM +. JOHNSON.
Assignee for Foreclosure.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1917-07-28
Who Will Be Exempt.

The following are exempt from the
present draft according to the procla-
nation of President Wilson
Those serving in the military or naval
branch of the government
Officials of the United States and all
its possessions.
Regularly ordained ministers of relig-
ion.
Students of divinity preparing for the
ministry on May Is, 1917
Alien enemies.
All alien residents without first papers
Of citizenship.
Who May Claim Exemption
Claims for discharge may be made on
the following grounds:
Employees of the Federal customs
service.
State, county and lnicipal officials
Men employed in government mail
service.
United States yes to h.
mated by the Pr
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08
SPRINGS A-COMING.

When the hens begin to cackle in a sort o frantic
An the yellow-crusted eggs is strewd about the
hay;
When the smok's a-breezin' over the bresh piles
on the hills,
An the turkey gobbler gobbles as he's %struttin'
with a will;
When the lambs is cuttin' capers while their
mammies nip the grass, 4
An the women is a-fxin' for to grow some garden
sass;
When they're sortin' out the onions an a-fxin' of
the peas;
When sort O drone is comm from the shanties
Of the bees;
When the mules is steppin' stately down across
the stubble fields,
An Aunt Dinah's pickin' sallet from the tops the
turnips yields
Why, the springs a-comin' certain, from its home
down yonder south,
An a Teller keeps a-workin' with whistle in his
mouth.
When the jonquils Il a-bloomin' up an down the
gravel walks; -
When the hoes is whackin' steady in the corn
e4 fields cuttin' stalks;
When the pigeons play at lovin' on the NOISY,
stable roofs;
When the colts is gittin' frisky an a-tryin' of
their hoofs;
When the children's shoes is rusty, with some
windowsatf he toes,
An a sort deMBHbtle sweetness whispers in the
wind that blows;
When the hams is brown as walnuts, an they're
ready for the sacks,
An the hays a-gettin' meager where it's wintered
in the stacks;
When the peach bud is a-swellin' with . little CLINT
O gree1a1kt
An Milina$ stitchin' for to be an Easter
qnsa$
Why, 4 springs a-comin' certain, though it's
maybe raw an, cold,
An a fellow feels a ~youngster, though he knows
he's gettin' old.
Judge.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08
COLUMBIAN WOODMAN
THE YOUNG GIANT OF THE
SOUTH"

Has in its Reserve Fund over 100
per cent. Of its liabilities.
Absolutely Strong, Safe, Sane, Sure
and Permanent.
Will take boys and men, girls and
women from l6 to SIS years Of age.
Girls and women on the same terms
as boys and men.
You will never live long enough to
see the rates raised.
ISSUES SIX DIFFERENT KINDS
OF COVENANTS (POLICIES) AND
EVERY COVENANT (POLICY) A
PARTICIPATING COVE
(POLICY).
1.-Ordinary Life, with permanent
Disability Protection.
2-Whole Life, with Special Acct
dent Benefits and Conditions.
s--Monthiy Income, with Special
Accident Protection and Conditions.
4.-Term to Age So, with Special
Accident Protection and Conditions.
SIS Year Renewable, with Accident
and Special Conditions.
6-Maternity, every time a child is
born the mother gets $25.00, if twins
$4,000, if triplets $500.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN THE CO.
lumbar WOODMAN
BECAUSE it is oftener and more
favorably mentioned by the Press of
the country than any other Insurance
Organization in America.
BECAUSE you get in one Covenant
at the cheapest rate possible, consist
ant with safety to yourself and the
Society, more protection for every
dollar you put in it than any other
Organization known.
See me. ! want to talk with you
and explain these Covenants.
If you do not see me, leave your
name with Wilson Banking Co. and
I will gladly call on you at your res
idence or place Of business.
I will be in Greenwood only q short
while, therefore, take advantage Of
his opportunity while it is yours.
BAXTER WILSON,
Consul General and Organizer
Permanent Address Lexington, Miss.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08
FOOD PRICES OF 1917.

B $50 1900 Va AVAS
II we could forecast the future even for tn
space of one year ahead we of this country woul
no doubt make some amazing discoveries.
i One piece of information, however, is bein
forced upon our attention without our being gift
!. ed with any extraordinary foresight. It is the
during at least the next twelve months there vii
be no material reduction in the cost of living
Already we are experiencing war prices TO
foodstuffs without being at war. What the situa
ton will be before another crop is harvested is
matter to be ~pondered with misgivings.
Should this country become ~entangled in tn,
war, which at this writing seems almost newt
able, the situation will not be improved.
But even with prices as they are now man.
grave questions are confronting us. Take, fol
instance that Of seed for planting. With pota
toes wholesaling at from $3.50 to $500 per bush
ell, can the potato raisers Tor will they afford the
enormous outlay necessary to plant it? If the
crop is not increased we can hardly look for a re-
duction in price-unless the government jails the
unscrupulous food spectators.
Will the usual acreage of spring wheat and
oats be sown, with these grains at their present
almost prohibitive prices? Or will the farmer
figure that he can clean up enough profit on a
smaller crop?
Even the good housewives onion patch is in
danger of shrinking, owing to the enormous rise
in the price of this odorous vegetable.
To make the situation more serious still, the
indications are that southern farmers are prepar-
ing for a record crop Of cotton. The agricultural
papers and those connected with the agricultural
departments have been i~nsistent in their advice
to farmers to reduce rather than increase the cot
ton acreage. But Is to 20 cent cotton is intoxi-
eating, and it is doubtful if the southern farmers
can be prevented from letting go everything else
in order to make a killing on cotton. Such a
course would have the effect of reducing the
south's production of foodstuffs even below nor
NAL, thus further complicating the food situation.
1t could be remedied, however, if our people
would get one idea firmly fixed in their minds, that
our lands must be made to prduce more, and more,
AND MORE.
It is the age-old law of supply and demand
which, barring the activities of the price boosters,
always works to maintain an equitable balance.
That the scarcity of an article enhances its value,
is a law as immutable as those governing the
seasons.
It should be the first and greatest duty of ev-
cry citizen Of this country during the coming year
to see that every available foot of land under his
control be made to produce some crop. Food
crops are preferable, but SOME crop should be
raised. Mother earth is calling to her children to
and partake of her b~ounties, and we will
have only ourselves to hold responsible if we re-
fuse.
Conservation and increase of food crops is the
only thing that can relieve the situation-except
to Jail the spectators.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08
Az result Of the absence Of man1

As a result OF the absence Of many
Of the white men Of that country In
the, trenches Of Europe, elephants are
reappearing In great numbers in Rho.
desia, South Africa. Those familiar
with conditions there are u that
II the war continues a few years long.
er there will be plenty Of big game
all over Africa, and elephant hunt.
Ing will again become the vogue.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

How we long for a sight of a freckle-faced,
barred footed boy with a stone bruise and a genu-
inc case Of old fashioned bellyache. 1t would as
sure us that nature after all has not ceased to be
kind to her children.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

After being blamed on cats, dogs,
rats and tleas, now a medical theorist
declares that the spread of infantlle
paralysis was due to official neglect,
Now n discriminating and long-sufer.
ing public can take its choice.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Congressional prophets who had pronounced
it dead, got a hard jolt when the Senate passed
the $780, 900, 900 flood control bill, which the House
passed at the last session. 2
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

In 1860 IT'S persons were engaged in making
toys in this country. Now the value of the toys
made here each year is $22,O 900, 900 and every lit
tie boy wants them all.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

The inheritance tax on $17o,O0o,0 0 is some
money-hence it's easy to understand why four
states are claiming the late Mrs. Hetty Green.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Can't blame those sailors much who refused
to go into the torpedo zone unless promised bon
uses. At that, the promise would be no guaran-
tee of their living to spend the money.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Armed neutrality is quite as alarming to some
people as war would be, though Uncle Sam has
upheld it before without going to war. :
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Mighty few Americans were surprised by the
proof of Germany's dickering with Carranza.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Associate with big people, think great
thoughts, and have the pleasure of living in a
large world, even if it is confined to your own
mind and imagination.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

We see where a private in the Oregon cavalry
was discharged penniless, and then received news
that a relative had left him 100000. Let's
all join the cavalry.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Same old story-the Senate of the new Con-
gress will have cloture-is again in print.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

If you wish to make Texan laugh, tell him
Carranza is figuring on becoming his boss.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

There are only two hands in the game, Amer
lean and German-which will you play?
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

The American people are beginning to realize
the Importance of food. Riots in New York and
other cities show an unhealthy condition Of the
food supply.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

In insisting on the bloodthirstiness of Teddy
some forget that while President he was awarded
the Nobel peace prize.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Anybody who wishes may now be.
gin worrying about next summers
baseball.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Deathbed legislation, like repentace, is always
sure to be criticised by somebody.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Germany is much more likely to decide wheth-
er the U. S. goes to war than is Wilson.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

We see where a Connecticut doctor married a
song writer after a courtship Of only four days.
He met her at a dance, which shows the danger
of dancing.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Arkansas is to have near-equal suffrage
women are to vote in the primaries.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

The guy who said that diplomacy, especially
ths European brand, is the art Of politely lying
made i bulls-eye.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Courtship tip-if she's mercenary, eat an on
ion before making your proposal call.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Politicians find it easier-certainly safer-tt
blame the high prices on 'the interests" than K
name individual manipulators.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08
T. B. MINYARD
Artesian Well Contractor
Greenwood, Miss.

If interested in an artesian well
write Or e me and get my prices
on same.
No contract too small or too large
to handle, especially in the Greenwood
territory.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

And some of the Congressional lame ducks
also have split feet and clipped wings.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Al other men have done, Wilson has found
not q few Of his troubles made by those protesting
friendship.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Congress decreed that Washington shall be
dry" after next November, but not bone dry"
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Because many recipes to reduce the cost of liv-
ing have fallen does not prove it cannot be done.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Congress has quite a bunch Of extra-session-
or-busters.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Some more or less prominent men won't feel
entirsy easy until q price scapegoat has been
sSyanG
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Wilson's credentials are from the people;
Bryan's from himself.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Don't base your treatment Of all aliens on the
61t1lof \ fsw undesirsbles-most .of them ars
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

And moreover, no Congress ever did all it was
to do.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-03-08

Opinions widely differ anent q CongressIess
spring.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1917-12-31

Everything great Is not always good.
but all good things are great--Demos
themes.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1917-12-31
The Church of Gold.

There is no structure just like st
Marks, in Venice, in the world 1t.
bulb shaped domes and minaret-liht
belfries remind the visitor of the orr
emit 1t seems more like a NOLAN.
medan than a Christian temple In the
facade are scores of variously colored
marble columns, each one a monolite
and all possessing an eventful history.
Some are from EphesuS. others from
smyrna. others from Constantinople
and more than one even from Jerusa-
lem. st Marks IS the treasure house
of Venice, place OF pride as well as
prayer. The work OF identifying this
old church was carried on for five cen
turtles. and each generation tried TO
Guido all that had preceded it. The
walls and roof are so profusely covered
with mosaics and precious marbles that
IL is easy TO understand why st Marks
has been called the Church of Gold"
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1917-12-31
BLAME MEN ON
NATL COUNCIL
Witnesses at Army Hearing
Suggest Collision with
Contractors
PLANNED TO TAKE
ENORMOUS PROFIT
Weeks Says the Government
Lost $780, 100000 by Ignor-
ing Boston Wool Men

Washington, Dec. 3l.-Profiteering OF
a tremendous scale and under such cir
cumstances as to indicate collision witt
certain members of the council of ma
tional defense was uncovered Saturday
in the course of the Senate military al
fairs committees investigation OF the
shortage in army supplies.
Exorbitant profits in the growing in
dustry of rag making, as allied to the
manufacturing of uniform equipment
were dwelt upon at length. Among the
| features of the hearing were the follow
ing:
Senator Weeks declared that the fail
ure of the government to accept the offer
/ of Boston wool men last spring has cost
| the government Sl5000000O
| Senator Mcclellan expressed the opin-
| ion that the council of national defense
has usurped the authority of the quarter
master generals Office and is largely re-
sponsibe for the shortage in clothing.
Witnesses testified that Charles Elsen-
man, chief adviser to julius Rosenwald,
chairman of the supplies committee of
the council, used his influence to throw
government work in the remaking of
cloth for army use to ring, one OF the
members of which was Samuel kaplan of
the council.
Ira Kaplan, a brother of the council
member, witnesses named as head of the
base asserting plant in New York where
odds and ends of cloth were worked to-
gether for uniforms.
Another Kaplan, Emanuel. was asso-
ciated in Massachusetts firm of WOODEN
makers whose product was taken over
by the government to the exclusion OF
men who had offered their entire product
TO the army.
Contracts were made with the kaplan
company to sort rags at six cents a
pound. A government investigator said
that good profits could be made at two
cents pound.
When the investigation was put under
way, the company offered TO sort rags
for nothing
Alexander H. kaminski, former assist
ant district attorney in New York, |
charged that members of the council
committee to supervise the rag industry |
were so much interested in the trade
that they could not fairly represent the !
governments interests and were able to
injure competitors.
He declared that an offer by his clients /
to sort rags for one to three cents a
pound for the government was not con
sidered Elsenman called his clients dis
contented dogs
Gen Sharpe put the responsibility for
lelay in getting wool directly up to the
council of national defense,
Much criticism of the council and its
developed during the hearing.
The rag sorting industry took most of
he committees time, and the other mat
.ers came up only incidentally.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1917-12-31
NAMES ". b. MORAN TO
HEAD SECRET SERVICE
Successor to William ]. Flynn Has Had
Broad Experience During IS Years
of Service

Washington, Dec 3l-W b. Moran
assistant chief of the treasury secret
service, will become chief of the secret
service Jan. /, TO succeed William j.
Flynn, resigned His appointment was
announced last night by Secretary Nc
Adoo.
Mr.. Moran entered the secret service
30 years ago as an operative and has
experience in all branches of the work
He was largely responsible for detection
of the noted counterfeit of the 500 Mon
roe head silver certificate in 1897. the
result of which was the withdrawal OF
the entire Issue and the discovery of am
extensive counterfeiting plot Mr. Nor
an had charge OF many famous secret
service Investigations, including the cot
ton leak case
BY experience and training he is ad-
equipped to undertake the i'm
portant work of chief said Secretary
McAdoo.