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The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
Moose Has the Fever

While no definite arrangements
have been made, there is practically
a unanimous desire among the mem
bers of the Moose lodge to erect
modern two-story business house this
spring on their lots adjoining the
Golden Rule store on Main street. The
proposed building will have 'front.'
age of so feet, and will be divided into
two store rooms on the lower floor and
the second story will be used for lodge
purposes. The estimated cost is placed
at S12,500.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
BORN

On Friday, to Mr.. and Mrs. ]. E.
Flake of Ola, twins, boy and girl
Mr.. Flake is county commissioner of
this county.
On Friday, at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. H. B. Baker on the South Slope.
TO Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Miller Of
High Valley, daughter.
On Monday, to Mr.. and Mrs Lor-
EMO johnson, a daughter.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
Installs Cornice Machine.

Whitman & Company are installing
in their shop a machine for the
manufacture of cornices, skylights,
cutters, etc. BY it galvanized iron
and tin may be bent into any kind
of shape and design, and pipes and
condits for heating plants, that
heretofore have had to be secured at
distant points, may be manufactured
right here at home. The machine is
a valuable addition to the growing
business of Whitman & Co.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
EMMETT SEWER BONDS
AT 5 PER CENT
Contract Given for Sewer Con-
struction-Bond Election
Results in to l Vote

The $4,000 sewer bond issue was
last night sold to the Palmer Bond
and Mortgage company Of Salt Lake
at par, with interest at 5 per cent. The
company is allowed s155 as attorney
fees and other expense incident to
the issuing Of the bonds. Previous
to the sale Of the bonds, the contract
for the construction of the sewer was
awarded TO Charles H. Helmer Of
Twin Falls at s16,976.sO.
There were four bidders for the
bonds. James N. Wright & Company
Of Denver, offered 5H per cent in
terest, premium Of SIT, and all ex-
penses paid. Keeler Bros. Of Denver
submitted two propositions: One at
per cent interest and a premium of
s409, and the other at 515 per cent
interest and q premium of s211, with
accrued interest in each case. V. T.
Craig's bid was 5lz per cent interest,
1852 premium and accrued interest.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
To Be Married.

When Mr.. and Mrs. Tom Russell
left for their home near Kimberley
Saturday they were accompanied by
Frank Russell and Miss Edith Foster,
and Jim Russell and Abe Hit Frank
Russell and Miss Foster expect TO be
married today at Twin Falls and after
q short honeymoon return to this city
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
New Plumbing Firm.

Ray Farnsworth and F. S. Thomp-
son have formed a partnership and
opened a plumbing, heating and re-
pair shop in the building at the rear
of the Russell hotel. Both members
of the firm are experienced wOrkmen
and thoroughly competent TO handle
any kind of work in their line.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
A Veterinary Hospital.

When DR.. H. H. Prestel builds his
new bungalow on Fourth street he
plans 70 also build veterinary hospi-
tai on the Third street front Of his
lots. The need for such an institu-
tior in the treatment of animals has
long been felt The building will be
fitted up along modern lines.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
Idaho Facts"

That is the title of handsomely
illustrated boklet of nearly 100 pages
issued by the Union Pacific system
in conjunction with the Oregon Short
Line. 1t contains a wealth of infor-
nation about this state, most of it
in tabloid form. The articles deal
with Idaho industries and sections.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
MARRIED

At the Catholic church on Sunday
morning Of last week, Henry kreiz-
enbeck and Miss Clara Riggs were
united in marriage by Rev. Father
Ries. Mr.. and Mrs. Kreizenbeck are
well known young people of this sec
ton and many friends will extend best
wishes. They have set up hOusekeep-
ing on the groom's ranch
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
Lecture Course Date Changed.

You who hold Lecture Course tic
kets, change the date of the last num-
Der, the Hungarian orchestra, from
March 26 to March %, then you won't
forget. This is one of the big musi-
cal attractions of the lyceum bureau,
and will prove a musical treat.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22

work at the log pond started trough
house" at the Idaho Cafe which Is
run by FoRg & Fong. Windows were
smashed and one Of the proprietors
cut about the face and arms by the
glass. Later in the evening the dis
turbers returned and settled for the
damage. No arrests were made.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
w. C. T. U.

The W. c. 7. L. met at the home OF
Mrs. Brown Tuesday afternoon with q
large crowd of ladies present. The
afternoon was spent with readings Of
Francis Wizards life, and music,
which was enjoyed by all. A nice
lunch was then served by several
ladies.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
Odd Fellows Attend Meeting.

About sixteen members Of the Odd
Fellows lodge of this city, attended a
district meeting of lodges held at
Middleton Tuesday evening. They
made the trip in the big jitney and
the Mrs. Sarah Martin car.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22

The increase of from $3.50 to $3.50
per car in refrigeration charges on
fruits and vegetables from Idaho,
Oregon, Montana and Utah points to
Virtually every large city in the
United States was disapproved Mon
day by the interstate commerce COM
mission
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22

During the gale, the smokestack on
the High School building was broken
and caused smoke in some of the rec
itation rooms. The pipe, made of gall
vanized iron had rotted. The school
board has decided to replace it with
Ir,cl,
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22

Mrs. w. B. Temple of Marysville,
Kan, who has been visiting her par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert Haylor,
left today for Portland to visit her
sister.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22

The bond election Monday resulted
in a victory for the bonds There were
256 votes cast. The bonds received
206; against so.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
A Small Riot.

Saturday evening a number of the
sborers employed on the steam shovel
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22

For the construction work there
were three bidders, as follows:
Charles H. Helmer ------.-----s16, 1850
Morrison, Knudson Co. Sis, ,303.so
Idaho Hardware & Plumb
ing Co. --.--.--.---------.--.----.----1 18,735.00
The contract calls for the furnish
ing and laying of 1866 feet Of 15-inch
pipe, 62OO feet of "a inch pipe, II
concrete manholes and concrete bulk
head 4x5x6 feet at the outlet.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
h h. h. konsert-

The seat sale for the K. K. K. Kon-
cert (no connection with the Kettle
Klub) at the Newcomer store began
Wednesday morning and there is a
lively demand for tickets. The h h
X. is composed of well-known Emmett
musicians. The proceeds Of this and
other entertainments will be used as
a starter for a public library, and the
ultimate object is to secure Carne-
gle library building for this city.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22
EMMETT WEATHER REPORT.

A weeks record of the government
weather station, as furnished by Lo-
cal Weather Observer H. I. Davis:
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1917-02-22

To introduce Gem flour we offer
for a short time only at 81 per sack
Cash Grocery.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
Planned to Spend $58,- 100000 for Additions to Present Wash
 ingt0n Houses.
PAYS HEAVY RENTALS
The Increasing Army of Employees Is Becom- ing a Serious
 Question.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19. The expenditure of over $5S,000.000 for land and buildings for housing the activities of the different depart ments at Washington City, with an outline for general building plan, has been recommended to Congress by the public buildings commission.
 The new structures are proposed to be permanent Improvements or additions to the present buildings, which are already occupied. The gov ernment is now paying over $1,000,- 900 annually in rentals to private owners.
 War activities are centering a great population of workers in Wash ington, and 1t has been difficult to provide quarters for the increasing thousands 4slf enlpteyds. The -hotsse problem for homes of this increas. ing army is also a serious one at the present time.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
LARGE RI,.D
 OVER LONDON
 BY GERMANS
Between 16 and 20 Ger man Aeroplanes De- scend Upon Coast
 of England.
The \ ' H Special

LONDON, Dec. 19.-Between 16 and 20 German aeropIanes raided England last night and killed and injured 70 persons in London.
 Five persons were injured outside of London.
 The raiders divided into five groups, and endeavored to reach London. Only five machines reached the city.
 One raider machine was dropped in the English Channel. 1t is be- iicved another was forced down.
 The weather conditions favored the raid. The British anti-air craft guns and British airmen got busy the minute the alarm was sounded
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
STOCK QUOTATIONS

NEW YORK. Dec. 19.- Alaska Gold closed at 1H. American Zinc at 11%. Butte 6 Superior at 13. Chino at 35A.
 Nevada at 16h. Ray at 20ls.
 Utah Copper at TOSS.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
CUNNIS0N IS NOW IN CHARGE
 OFFICIALLY Took His Oath of Office Today as Federal
 Food AdminiS-
 tratOr. TO ORGANIZE HIS STAFF "LeW' L. Harding, Well Known Newspaper Man, Is Made His Sec
 retary.
TO ORGANIZE HIS STAFF

Judge Royal A. Gunnison this fore noon took the oath of office as Fed eral Food Administrator for the Ter ritory of Alaska, pursuant to appoint ment by President Wilson upon the recommendation of U. s. Food Ad- ministrator Herbert c. Hoover.
 Offices for the transaction of all matters pertaining to the food ad- ministration are being created in the Seward Building, Juneau.
 l.. L. Harding, of Juneau, has been appointed Secretary to the Federal Food Administrator of Alaska.
 The organization throughout the Territory will be effected principally by the voluntary cooperation of Al askas patriotic citizens. The good to be accomplished by the Food Ad ministration in Alaska will be brought about by the united action of it's liberty-loving, loyal and patriot ic citizens. The great amount of interest already manifested in food conservation in the Territory is most gratifying and complimentary expressions have been received from officials of the United States Food Administration at Washington by the Federal Food Administrator for Alaska.
 MT. Hoover, in summing up the work of the Food Administration, says: Our hopes are three-fold !; First to so guide the trade in the fundamental food commodities as to eliminate vicious speculation, extor- tion and wasteful practices and to
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
WOMEN'S VOTE LIKELY GARRY
 IN CONGRESS

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19.-On test vote concerning the House amend ment to the constitution for woman suffrage boiled yesterday, seven more than necessary for the two thirds majority was indicated.
 The question was on referring the suffrage resolution to the new wo- mans suffrage committee. in defer ence to the wishes of the suffra- gettes, who preferred it to go to committee on elections.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
INDIANS CASKET IS
 RED, WHITE AND BLUE

HOQUIAM, Dec. 18.-The body of William John the 20-year-old In- dian who was drowned in the Ho- quiam river, was buried at Chen oise creek in a casket of red, white and blue. The undertaking com pany which had charge of the In- dians burial had a casket, the broadcloth on which was in the na- tional colors. The Indians bought this, declaring John was a patriot, love' his country, and therefore should ae buried in a casket bearing the national co.-rs.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
TEUT0NS ARE STILL BUSY
 WITH ITALY
Trying to Find a Weak Spot for Entrance to the Plains Near
 Venice.

DATELESS, Gro Associated Press) The Teuton forces persist in strong efforts to find a weak spot in the Italian defences in Northern Italy, in order to rush across the Venitian plains between the Piave and Bret ma rivers.
 Monte Solarola has become the center of fighting.
 In the mountain region west of the upper Bretna river the Teutons continue their attacks regardless of heavy losses.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
Gen. IsSimo Is to Have Charge of the Allied Armies, Says Lon-
 don Papers.
HAIG MAKING CHANGES
Several Officers Will Be Changed About in His Headquarters
 Staff.

LONDON, Dec. 19.-The Times and Mail correspondents at the front question the appointment of Gen. Issimo, to have charge of the Allied armies, as impracticable.
 They admit that such an appoint ment would meet the wishes of the French, but claim that the British are disappointed, because they did not consent, and "that the schens will prove failure"
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
Chairman B. M. Behrends Receives and Sends TeIegrams About
 the Work.
ALASKA DO ITS DUTY"
Other Towns in Alaska Give Assurance That Each Will Make
 a Record.

The following telegrams have beer received by B. M. Behrends, chair man of the Red Cross Christmas drive in Juneau Chapter:
 Seattle, Wn., Dec. IS, 1917 Reports from this State are splen did How is the big drive going with you? We want to show the President that Alaska contains more loyal, patriotic Americans than any other district in the United States
 "A. B. STEWART, Chairman Washington and Alaska MT. Behrends sent the following reply to MT. Stewart, and it is be lieved that his message represents the Alaskan spirit in sthe present Red Cross campaign.
 Juneau, Alaska, Dec 19, 1917 MT A. B. Stewart,
 Chairman Red Cross, Washington
 and Alaska Drive.
 Seattle Wash.
 You may be sure that Alaska will do it's duty. We expect to turn in large membership and show the President that we are loyal and pa triotic and determined to help win the war
 "B. M BEHRENDS." The following telegram has like wise been received from the Sitka branch of Juneau Chapter
 "Sitka, Alaska, Dec. IS, 1917. "B. M. Behrends, Juneau.
 We will take immediate steps
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
ALASKA BOATS HURRY SOUTH
 FOR CHRISTMAS

SEATTLE. Dec. 19.-Laden with nearly 10000 tons of copper and shipments of other Alaskan products. five vessels in the Alaska Steamship Company fleet are steaming towards Seattle. as all the members and crews and passengers are anxious to reach here before Christmas. The boats are the Redondo, Juneau. Alaska, Valdez and Skagway. The Skagway is due in port Christmas day.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
FRENCH CITIZENS
 TO ERECT MONUMENT
 TO OUR SOLDIERS

PITTSBURG, Dec. 19.-Citizens Of Lorraine, France, are to erect a monument to the memory of Corporal Gresham, Privates Hay and Enrigh' the first soldiers of the American Expeditionary forces killed in France, according to a letter received here by Mayor Armstrong. The letter is from the Prefect of Lorraine, near which town the Americans were buried.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
MILITARY QUARANTINE IN SEATTLE WILL
 BE LIFTED SOON

SEATTLE, Dec 19.-It is expect ed that the military quarantine against Seattle will be lifted soon. Chief of Police Warren conferred with Gen Irons at Camp Lewis yes terday, who was told of the progress made in the cleanup. and was asked to give Seattle Christmas present by resembling the order. The Gen eral was pleased with the work ac- complished
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
PRESENT WHEAT CROP
 IS DISAPPOINTING DECLARES A REPORT

WASHINGTON. Dec. 19. - The Department of Agriculture reports that winter wheat this year, although painted on the largest acreage sown in the history of the country. showed the lowest condition on record. For Dec. 1st crop of 54O.00O.000 bushels was forecasted, with 42,O0O.000 acres sOwn.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
COAL MINERS WILL WORK ON
 I'VE HOLIDAYS
The United Mine Workers Union Asks Members to Help Out Gov
 ernment.

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 19. The United Mine Workers of America organization are urging all coal min CTS belonging to it's unions to lay off only on Christmas day and New Years, instead of the customary fort night holiday, in order to keep the coal output up to its maximum.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
THOS. TRACEY IS INDICTED
 BY GRAND JURY
l. w. w. Member Who Was Mixed Up in Everett Riots and Ac-
 quilted.

SEATTLE, Dec. 18.-Thomas Ira cey, a member of the ' w. w. Or der, who was acquitted on the charge of murder in connection with the Everett riots, has been indicted on the charge of plotting to burn tim Der in the Olympia forest reserva. tion. Three of Tracey's companions have been convicted of conspiring to burn the forests. Tracey has not been arrested yet
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
PROFITS IN DRUGS
 TO BE LIMITED BY
 TRADE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, Dec 19.-Limita- ton of profits of drugs manufac- tured in this country on licenses, by the use of German patents, is being exercised by the Feedral Trade Commission, with a view of reduc- ing the high prices which have prevailed since war was declared.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
HUN TART EXPERTS"
 HEARD FROM AGAIN

AMSTERDAM, Dec. 19.-A dis patch from Berlin to the Rhein- ische Westfallische Zeitung. of Els sen. deplores the destruction by the Italians" of Italian art works dur ing the recent retreat. and adds:
 "As many art treasures as was humanly possible have been stored in places of safety by art experts accompanying the German army"
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
FLOODS ABATE BUT NO TRAINS RUN OUT
 OF SEATTLE CITY

SEATTLE. Dec. 19.-The North vest has recovered somewhat from yesterdays wind and rain storms. As yet however no trains are run. ming from this place either south or east. Bridges are down and numer ous mud slides are reported. The flood is abating
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
OLD-FASHIONED TURKEY DINNER
 FOR CHRISTMAS

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19. - The Food Administrator has issued a statement endorsing the old-fashioned Christmas dinner of turkey. goose and vegetables, as they conserve red meats and fats and other needed war foods.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
CHAPLIN SCHOOL OF ART
 BARRED ON BRITISH LIPS

LONDON, Dec 18.-Facial adorn- ment of soldiers in the London dis trict has come under review of the local commander.
 The result is Charley Chaplin" mustaches have been barred. The men are ordered to wear fulllength ones or none at all.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
PAPER MILL OWNERS WILL NOT ARBITRATE
 EMPLOYEES STRIKE

PORTLAND. Ore. Dec. 19. = Elf forts of the mediation commission to settle the strike at the paper mills at Oregon City have failed, because the officials of the paper company refused to arbitrate. according to a statement by the commission made public today.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
VAUDEVILLE PEOPLE
 MAKE REQUEST THAT
 IS NOT GRANTED

WASHINGTON Dec. 19.-The re- quest of vaudeville companies mak ing tours for exemption of 'lightless nights" on the ground of giving pat riotic service, has been denied by the fuel administrator.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
HAle MAKES CHANGES

LONDON, Dec. 19.-Gen. Haig, com mander in chief of the British fore es, is making important changes in his headquartcrs' staff, which, up 10 this time, have been virtually unal tered since he took supreme com mand, according to di4patos, rs- ceived here by the correspondent of the Times.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
MUCH WHEAT TO BE SAVED
 BY NEW ORDER

NEW YORK, Dec. Measures which are calculated to effect a sav- ing of more than 16.000,000 bushels of wheat during the present crop year have been outlined by the food administration in regulations which are now being issued to flour mil lers of the country by the milling division of the food administration
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Continued on Page 2.
PRISONERS WANT
 TO HELP SAMMIES BY MAKING CLOTHES

HELENA, Mont, Dec. 19. The prisoners of the state penitentiary here are willing to make socks and providing the Red Cross will furnish the materials. The State is willing to purchase two knitting machines if the Red Cross will provide the material.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
Another Change Made

LONDON, Dec. 19.-Gen. Sarrail Allied commander on the Macedonian front, since the Allied base was es tablished there, has been recalled and is succeeded by Gen. Guillemet The latter is French officer.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
FRENCH VESSEL IS SUNK BY A
 GERMAN SUB
Afterwards the Submarine Was Destroyed and All Members of Crew
 Were Lost.

PARIS, Dec. 19.-The old French cruiser Chateau Renauld, employed as a transport. was torpedoed and sunk in the Mediterranean Sea Dec. 14th by a torpedo. The submarine was sunk later The crew of the submarine was lost.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
FRANK GOTcH BURIED
 AND THE GOVERNOR
 ATTENDS THE FUNERAL

HUMBOLDT, Ia, Dec. 19.-Frank Gotch was buried yesterday, Cover nor William H. Harding attending the funeral.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
Gives a General Review of War Conditions to Members of House
 Committee.
BUILDING MANY BOATS
Does Not Believe That Present Sub- -ChaSerS Will Be Effective
 Permanently.

WASHINGTON, Dec 19.-A gen. eral review of war conditions, in cluding shipbuilding, German submar- by Secretary Daniels today before the House naval Investigating com mittee.
 In giving his review of naval con ditions the Secretary avoided dis closing facts valuable to the enemy.
 He said the navy was building 424 capital and other important yes sells. He said the great problem at the present time was in furnishing gun crews to merchant ships. He said he was proud of the manner in which men of the navy had met every test, and was glad to have an oppor- tunity to let the House know of activities which was keeping up the honor of the American flag.
 Secretary Daniels in discussing the use of submarines and submarine chasers said the latter were regard ed as necessity, but there was no great enthusiasm among military men that they would prove Weap- on of permanent effectiveness.
 Secretary Daniels said naval avia- tion was making satisfactory strides, but was hampered by lack of manu- featuring facilities. He praised the coordination between the personnel of the United States Navy and the personnel of the Allied navies.
 Speaking further, he said the mer- chant ships were proving a school for gunners' work and was progress ing wonderfully. He praised the bravery of the men who entered the submarine zone as armed guards of merchant ships. He declared that every merchant ship entering the submarine danger zone was given guns upon making request.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
Rifles Are Chanued

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19.-IIow or dnance manufacturers anticipating war needs of the government spent millions of dollars making prepara- tions in the hopes of securing war orders, was related by the manu- lecturers today to the Senate com mittee which is Investigating the War Departments work
 The manufacturers agreed that the governments decision to change its type of rifles was a wise move, because it enabled the Americans to use higher grade of ammunition.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19
CATTLE IN HOLLAND KILLED BY EATING
 NUTS IN THE SHELL

LONDON, Dec. 19. Because of the shortage of fodder in Holland farmers have been feeding their many of the cattle have died and the health of large percentage has been affected seriously.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19

WASHINGTON: Congress will adjourn next Tuesday until Jan. 3rd for the holidays.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19

CHICAGO-Frank Moran will box Jesse Willard for the benefit of the Red Cross.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-12-19

THE EMPIRE-.in the News All he Time. Whom It h News