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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18
Patriotic minstrel Tonight and To-
morrow Night

The big patriotic minstrel will he
presented this evening in the Opera
House by the players of Seminole
Tribe for the benefit Of the Reliance
Engine Company. The players held
their final rehearsal last evening and
the show promises to be success IN
every way. The big patriotic dis
play that is introduced in the first
part Of the performance is sure to
make a hit. Messrs. Hinkcn, Rey-
nolds. May, Hamilton, Smith and
Moriarity, the noted end men, will
be on the job with the jokes that will
make the young and old laugh. If
you are suffering from the blues this
is a good chance to get rid of them.
Go to the show and enjoy good
laugh. The soloist all have catchy
songs. full Of sweet harmony and the
chorIs of 80 voices is we'll trained
and composed of the best amateur
talent in the city.
Dent forget that this show is for
the benefit Of one Of your volunteer
fire companies, the boys who are
ready and willing to assist you at all
time in their line of duty, and this
is your chance to show your apprcc-
iation. Get your ticket and &c
either tonight or tomorrow evening
The tickets are selling fast, the
price OF admission is % cents, re.
served seats 50 cents. Reservations
at Warfield's drug store.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

To Procure Seed-John W. May
s. w. Pitts, E. H. Kemper
Speakers-Mrs. T. c. Howard, Hon
c.. C. Carlin, John w. Herndon, Miss
Constance Boush.
To Encourage and Superintend
Planting of Seed. NJ. Duncan, n.
B. Washington, j. f. Loose, c. y.
Lamond, J. Y. Williams, A: D. Brock
ett, j.. T. Preston, E. S. Leadbeater,
c.. w. O'Meara, r. l.. Payne, }. Z.
Schwarzmann, W. A. Smoot, jr.
Publicity j. Y. Williams, G: W.
Lewis, Miss Helen N. Cummings,
Edwin B. Hard, Leo P. Harlow, r..
E. Knight, and w. H. Sweeney:
On Planting City Grounds-V V. W.
Boswell, A. D. Brockett, Kenneth
w. Ogden, C. C. Lamond, j. G.
Graham, Robert S. Jones.
The matter is being taken up in the
schools with the view Of interesting
the scholars more thoroughly, land Is
being offered in various parts OF the
city and every effort will be put 1orth
to increase the production OF Vege-
tables to the fullest extent.
In order to give the subject the
widest possible publicity the public
schools will be visited today or to-
morrow by Miss Helen N. Cummings
in the effort to enlist the cooperation
of the scholars in garden planting
Men will be selected to give SUCH
advise as may be necessary IN the
matter of chooring the proper seed,
planting and cultivation. A speaker
will be brought here from the Agrl-
culture Department at Washington, if
possible, and nothing will be left un-
done in order to ensure the success
of the movement.
Land Donated for Use Free.
Mr.. Worth Hulfish Of the board OF,
trustees of the Alexandria Hospital
last night said that the trustees
would donate the use of the square
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18
SHOOTS INTO AUTO.
Bullet Hits Seat Near Driver-Officer
Apologies.

Apologies.
4 colored trooper from the First
separate battalion, District National
Guard, at 9:O6 last night fired into an
automobile as it passed over the
Pennsylvania avenue bridge, which
spans the Eastern Branch Of the Po-
tomac. In the car were William +.
Miles, 1927 Eleventh street southeast;
Reuben II. Allen. 1888 Eleventh
street southeast, and three young w.
men =.
The bullet hit the front seat Of the
car. barely missing Miles, who. was
driving. The trooper, who was on sem
try duty. could not give any reason
why he shot at the automobile. Capt.
Louis J. Patterson, Of Company {,
First separate battalion, stationed al
the north end of the bridge, relieved
the offending guardsman and an
nounced that the case would De thor
oughly investigated. Capt. Patterson
and other officials Of the guard last
nicni declined 20 give the mans name.
Alien said that the party was IN
it's way to Twining City and was nall
way across the bridge. He said that
the trooper did not warn him TO stop
before firing. The troops were sent
to the bridge to guard it against dyna-
hitting. and have never held up auto
monies or other vehicles.
When Miles stopped the car the
sentry came up to MIN, ana Capt.
Patterson also came up. The COM
r1anding officer apologized for the
Shooting, took the troopers gun away
from him and relieved him from duty
The case will be investigated today.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18
FRENCH DRIVE GOES ONCONSERVE WAR ENERGY
Virginia Seeks to Coordinate Into
One Working Body all Agricultural
Forces.

Richmond, April 1S.-To coordinate
into one gigantic working body all
the agricultural forces OF the State
and all the educational forces which
have a relation to food production to
the end that Virginia's products may
be increased and conserved for the
war emergency. Governor Stuart, at
meeting of the farm extension
workers of the Virginia Polytechnic
Institute, yesterday appointed a
"Council of Safety" which will begin
Immediately to formulate plans for
organization.
Upon the roster Of the council are
some Of the most distinguished names
in the agricultural and educational
life Of the State, and il enters upon
it's task with full. assurance from
Governor Stuart that all the sanction
of the executive branch Of the State
government is behind it in whatever
decisive action it may take.
The body, which is headed by Jesse
NJ. Jones. director Of farm extension
work at the Virginia Polytechnic In
stitute, has been called TO meet on
Saturday morning at 9 o'clock at Muir
phys Hotel, when each member will
present plan Of action relative to
his own work. Benajmin c. Moomaw,
Jr.. director of the Bureau Of Markets
of the State Department Of Agricul-
ture, is secretary.
An organization meeting was held
yesterday afternoon at the Westmore-
land Club, at which it was decided to
appoint in each county Of the State a
committee of the council of safety
which will undertake to carry out in
that section the work as directed by
the central body. Each member of
the organization at this session
pledged the full cooperation Of the
department and the line of work he
represents.
The council not only will work for
the more efficient production and more
economic use of food products, hut
will also aid in the distribution Of
those products through the State. 1t
asks the assistance of the people of
Virginia in support Of this important
work. which has as its principal OBJ,
ject the protection of the State and
country from suffering and want and
the patriotic support of the national
government in this period of emer-
gency.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

ment to march through the Unter den
Linden to Charlottenburg. The po-
lice, however, prohibited the paraders
from entering Inter den Linden and
prevented the different parades from
uniting.
Copenhagen, via London, April lS.-
The National Tidende's Berlin CORE
spondent says that some of the am
munition factories in Germany have
been affected by the strike. Most of
them, however, are being operated.
Leaflets urging peace are being dis
tributed at various places among the
workmen. There have been no dis
orders.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

of land owned by them. free oil
charge for anyone to cultivate. This
J morning the editor of the Gazette
was called to the office Of Judge Nor
ton who very generously placed al
the free disposal Of those who will
use it for the raising Of food, several
parcels of land owned by Representa-
tive Carlin, Judge Barley and him
self. Included in the same are two
squares of land in the vicinity OF
Montgomery and Fayette streets, ten
lots on Alfred street, and one square
near Madison street. Full particulars
NAV be had concerning them by any
one interested on application to the
Gazette office.
Fewer Potatoes Being Planted.
Those who are in position to
know say that there has only been
one fifth the usual quality of pota-
toes planted in the vicinity of Alex
andria so far this season. If the de-
ficiency is not made up it will mean
that the people will be compelled to
pay higher prices than ever for pota-
toes next fall or go without.
Says Food Supply Must be Increased.
In letter received from Secretary
Redfeld of the Department of Com
merce at Washington, He says: "The
food supply of the country must be
increased, and + urge you to coop
crate in every way with the Depart
ment Of Agriculture in its campaign
to increase the food crops of the
country. I suggest that the assist
ance of the women's organizations be
enlisted"
The season for work is upon us.
Let all do their duty. Raise some
thing on that vacant lot or garden!
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

tOmac PreSbytefy IN HaShIhs 'o'i'
The citizens of Alexandria are re-
oucsted to bear in mind the dance tc
he piven on Friday evening of this
week at the Elks' auditorium Tor the
benefit of the Alexandria Light In
fantry. Good music and good time
is promised all who favor the boys
with their presence. The funds re.
ceived will be used to defray expenses
of the company, while they are IN the
field on duty away from home.
Fines amounting to $50 were I'M
posed upon four men brought into
Police Court this morning who had
been taken into custody by the ofii-
GERS during last night. In the jure-
nile court, held previous to the regu-
lar session for the older offenders
against the law, Willie Bergman, a
bow about fifteen years old, who is
alleged to have been guilty Of steal
ing brass from the Southern Rail
way Company and various other
thefts, was before Justice Cation. His
case was continued pending action to
be taken by the lads father, and the
boy was held in custody. Another
youngster, brought in by Miss Rose
Macdonald, truant officer, was given
a lecture by the justice, after which
he was started for school.
The Alexandria Chapter Of the Red
Cross met this morning when there
were about 35 ladies present. Since
the opening of the work rooms over
Burke and Herbert's Bank the society
has been greatly helped by donations
needed to carry on the work, as the
National Headquarters does not fIrr-
nish the necessary material. The
chapter gratefully acknowledges the
following donations: A friend, 10
yards of gauze, half dozen spools OF
cotton and half dozen cards of safety
pms: Swan Brothers, covering foF
two work tables; Mr.. Leopold Ruben
SIS: Miss Sarah Ruben, $5; A friend,
25 cents. Mr.. B. Wheatley and Mir.
Jonah Be,nheimer have kindly loaned
the use of furniture for the work
rooms. The chapter will meet again
Friday morning at 10 o'clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

! room, 92l King street. lhere VIII
| be no tea held at the club this week
Mrs. Frances Smoot Danenhower
has returned from a visit to her SON.
in law and daughter. Mr.. and Mrs.
John Paul, at their home in Harrison
y urg.
Mr.. E. Talbot McCuen has leased
The Slaymaker residence in North
Rraddock, formerly occupied by e.
E. Corgan, and is moving there TO-
day from the Cameron Apartments.
The congregation of Trinity Metho-
dist church will tender 4 reception
to the pastor, the Rev. 4. Z. Spiel
man, tomorrow evening II; the lee
ture room of the church. An invita-
tion is extended to the people of the
city generally to be present and make
the acquaintance of the new pastor.
Andrew Jackson Lodge Of Masons
will tender reception to Mr.. Henry
X. Field of this city on the evening
of Tuesday, May first. in honor of his
elevation to the position Of Grand
Master of the Grand Lodge OF Vir-
ginia. The exercises will open at s
O'Clock and will be held in the lodge
rooms in Masonic Temple.
The memers Of the Second Pres
byterian Church will hold their an
nual reception or Friday evening, APP
ril 20, at s o'clock, in the Westmin-
ster Building. There have been
about eighty-fvc members added to
the church within the past year. All
members of the church and congre-
CATION and their friends are cordially
invited to attend Only new members
will receive personal invitations.
Misses Louise Robinson, nelen
ard Anna Cook, captains of st.
Mary's Athletic teams. announce that
at a recent called meeting their teams
unanimously voted to f0rego the
releasura OF basketball! tdts seagon,
giving up the campus for school
garden. Not only have they given
up t!,cir campus but many have vol
unteercd TO assist with the garden.
AS sport, rifle practice for st.
Mary's girls will be substituted for
basketball.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18
MOVEMENT T0INCREASE SUPPLY OF VEGETABLES
Alexandrians Held Enthusiastic Meeting Last Night
Plans Made to Encourage Cultivation OF Gardens and
Vacant Lots Throughout the City = Committees
Named to Assist in the Work.

The movement naupuaed weeks
ago urge every garden and available back lot be cultivated TINS
meeting held in the Cham
her of Commerce rooms which representatives from
various civic bodies including association Chamber
of Cameron Civic Improvement League and Parent
association Kemper called the meeting order a1er
which John W. Nav and j. T. Preston secretary
In the general discussion followed outlined for prose-
cutting the all citizens the effort to make
IN success Committees appointed as follows:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18
Funeral Held Today

Funeral services for Mrs. Catherine
Lucas were held in St. Mary's Church
at 91o'clock this morning by the Rev.
Father Smet.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

The Barrett Press, recently leased
by Mr.. A. NJ. Crahtree, has just been
turning out some important work. \
few days ago they delivered the Bi-
ennial Report of the National Coun-
Gil OF Women. Also catalogue for
the Virginia Theological Seminary.
The Theolog, yearbook of the Semin-
airy is now being printed. They also
print maroon & White" and Girls
the publication of the Florence Crit
tcnton homes. A unique folder, print
ed in colors. is now being mailed out
to the business houses of this city
showing a sample of the work done
by the Barrett Press. Their ad ap'
pears in another part Of this paper
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18
Dance

3. P. o. Elks, No. 759, Wednes-
day, April 18, at Elks' Auditorium
$3.50 p. m. Good music, good time.
t-90-4t.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

MONEY TO LOAN-On first mort
gage in Alexandria and Rosemont.
Apply.to Howard W. Smith, lO1
north Fairfax street. 1-l2-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

Lieutcnant-Governor J. Taylor Ely
son. chairman OF the finance commit
tee The officers were installed by
Deputy Supreme Regent William F.
Connell, OF New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18
Alexandria CITY and Suburbs

There wilrbe an important business
meeting Of the Girls Club On Thurs
day evening at. 8 o'clock, in the club
room, 921 King street. There will
be no tea held at the club this week.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

The Rev. DR.. John Lee Allison OF
the Second Presbyterian church IL
company with Elder VIM. Campbell
is attending the session of the Po-
tomac Presbytery in Washington.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

DeviIed Crabs, little neck clans and
clam chowder AT Rammel's Cafe
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

Potomac shad and shad roe at Ram.
meps cafe.
FISH
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

Seminole Minstrel tonight, benefit
Eeiiance Engine company. s
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

Mrs. Frances Smoot Danenhower,
has returned from a visit to her SON.
in law and daughter. Mr.. and Mrs.
John Paul, at their home in Harrison
urg.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1917-04-18

Mr.. E. Talbot McCuen has leased
he Slaymaker residence in North
Rraddock, formerly occupied by e.
E. Corgan, and is moving there TO-
day from the Cameron Apartments.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20

And People Stand For 1t

Sessions of the civil service board are bringing
10 light the of the police department as poll,
teal home for the deficient
1t is very difficult TO reach any other conclusion
after the action of the commission in lowering the
standard of the marks that must be obtained in the
examination of candidates for members of the police
force.
The civil service commission is enough of farce
by virtue of the standards and associations of a
majority of its members. This last action moves
the commission along rapidly to the lists of the
supremely ridiculous.
But that is not the worst of it.
The outstanding horror of this incident and of
the record of the police in handling the underworld
of this town is the willingness Of generally ac-
cepted intelligent population to stand for it all.
Undoubtedly uglier word than incompetent
will soon be properly added to the ramifcations Of
the police record. And the people stand for it.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
MONEY COSTS OF WAR.

According to statistics and tables prepared from
official reports showing the expenditures of the
British government made during its wars of recent
years, the cost in money was enormous.
The figures compiled show that the sNapoleonc
wars cost the British government 81 ISL ,2232 245.
The Crimean war, according to statistics fur
nished by Sir George Lewis, chancellor, cost $751;
100000
The Boer war balance sheet, on April %. 1903,
showed an expenditure by the British government of
81 ,0S5, 100000
The British government according to the
Economist" of April, 1917. had from the com
mencement of the present war to the end of March.
this year, raised by taxation $5409 1000. Dur
ing the same period that government had borrowed
$15,975 265, 900.
No statistics are readily available regarding the
war expenditures by France, but it is known that
France has, up to the date given above borrowed
ST., 000, 100000
And the end is not yet.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
Honolulu, October 10, 1917.
RESPECT TO UNIFORM!

Editor Star-Bulletin
Sir: All are not able to serve their
country by buying Liberty Bonds. But
the least our patriotic citizens can do
is to pay respect to the uniform.
Last Tuesday night two ladies'
lacking this respect for the uniform
reserved seats at the Bijou Theater,
and upon being ushered to their seats
saw several soldiers, including myself,
sitting near their seats. They turned
to the usher with a sneer and went
back to the box office and tried to
exchange their seats, and not being
able to do so, returned and we were
obliged to endure their contempt
throughout the whole performance.
These ladies are probably showing
their patriotism by buying Liberty
Bonds. Let us hope so.
CORP. EARL R. YESTERDAY.
Schofield Barracks, Oct. II, 1917.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
SHERIFF'S APPOINTMENTS
... MAY BE CONTESTED

Attorneys Robert w. Breckons and
William T, Rawlins are looking up the
law which enters into the cases that
may arise out Of the recent action OF
the civil service commission in lower
inc the standard required for eligibles
on police and fire department appoint
ments. They are the counsels who
will probably be chosen by the new
appointees If suit should be brought.
The possible plaintiffs in any suit
which may be brought in this matter
have not yet chosen their counsel.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
STARTING HOUSEWIFE LEAGUE

Editor Honolulu Star-Bulletln.
Sir: A short time ago there ap-
.peared in your paper letter suggest
ing that a Housewife League" be
formed for the purpose of controlling
the high price of fish, and placing it
within the reach of the working clas-
seS.
This move was looked on with dis
abstraction by the press, who claim
that 40 usefr! purpose could or would
be accomplished by such a method,
however that may be. the fact remains
that Housewives League" has been
already started in this town, with
total of 101 names to date, including
IA Orientals. The definite aim, I'M
derstand, is to get 500 members in
the hui and as soon as this is ac-
complished. its aims and ideas will be
put into effect, when it will be dem
onstrated if the new departure" is
a failure or not.
N. w. KENNEDY.
Honolulu, October IS. 1917.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
WHAT HAS COMMISSION TO SAY?

Editor Honolulu Star-Bulletin,
Sir: Was not the argument produced
before the food commission a few
days ago that one of the causes of the
high price of fresh fish was the in
ability Of the fishermen to get ice to
keep his catch until he reaches port?
1t was later said by those who know
that this short supply was only for
a few days.
What l would like to know is, has
the price of fish been reduced since
the supply of ice has been sufficient?
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
VITAL STATISTICS
MAR RED


Honolulu, October
IS. 1917, Edward Kaimi and Miss
Julia Hilea, Rev. Father Philip, of
the Catholic cathedral officiating;
witnesses. Catherine Machado and
Benjamin McCabe. f..
WEI SH.KELEMANO In Honolulu,
October II, 1917, Frank Welsh and
Miss Rose Kelemano, Rev. Father
Philip, of the Catholic cathedral. of.
floating; witnesses, William Kemp
and Emeline Nalei
Honolulu. October IL,
1917, Lee Keun 500 and Miss Park
Koo Yum, Rev. NJ. E. Silva. OF Hoo
mana Naauao church, officiating;
witnesses, Lee Gloon Sam and Kim
Duck Pong. ~=H
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
PERSONALITIES

. FRANCIS f. PEAKE, for past years
superintendent of the InterIsland
wharf, left yesterday on his way to
the front. MIR. Peake. Will go direct
to Egypt and will Join the colors I'M
der Gen. Allenby at Palestine.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
SALVATION ARMY GATHERING

A unique entertainment viii be held
tonight at the Salvation Army head
quarters on Beretania street in the ma
ture of an Around the Campfire
party. Captain George Marshall will
be the chief speaker and short talks
win also be made by Adjutant and
Mrs. West. A real tent and imitation
campfirS will be placed on the stage
10 add to the reality.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20
PLEA FOR LIVING
or Honolulu Star-Bulletin.

Editor Honolulu Star Bulletin.
Sir: Once again | wish to call the
attention Of your many readers to the
necessity of looking into and study
ing the advfsability of the abolish
ment of the death law as it now OBJ
tains in the territory of Hawaii.
1t is said that reforms come only
through agitation. AS We become
more and more evolved injustice dis
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20

While the United States district attorney i wax
ing up to the presence in this town of the Bull
Magazine, the authorities might also take notice Of
the men in this town who have been recommending
this reasonable publication as proper one from
which to form an opinion ON the war situation.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20

Investigators of the Manoa contract find that
some hundreds of barrels of asphalt that should
have been used the streets are still in the barrels
Another case of locking the door afterwards. Is it
proving lesson for the inspectors who are watch
ing the progress of other contracts?
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1917-10-20

1t is about time that you stopped thinking about
that Liberty Bond and stepped into the bank and
ordered it. Remember that you are one of Uncle
Sans statesmen, and the first thing YOU have tc do
is to sell the product to yourself Do that and you
can help do your share in the war