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Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
MILITARY TRAINING FOR
HALF A MILLION BOYS
Defense Society Plans Drills In High
Schools Throughout Country.

New FORTHWITH the object OF great
~ reducing the time required to make
competent soldiers out OF raw recruits,
the American Defense society set In
motion a comprehensive plan for or
ganizing the junior and senior classes
or every boys high school In the coun-
try into military training units. New
York state alreay has military train
ing OF high school students Every
other state IN the Union has received
the call to arms"
The action was taken by the mill
tary defense committee Of the society
after consulting Major General Leon
ard Wood. Volunteers win be required
to read the constitution Of the United
States and pledge themselves before
the mayors OF their cities to uphold it.
Then they will receive certificates OF
enrolment, charters and detailed in
structions for military training week
by week. A ten mile hike each week
and setting up exercises viii be re
,Quired of recruits, who will be com.
PEELED to put themselves In first class
physical trim.
The society and its advisers are par
ticularly anxious that the boys of the
country should not be taught anything
that they would have TO unlearn If at
the age Of eighteen they were called
to the colors after leaving school. For
that reason close order military drill,
the manual of arms and such only viii!
be taught where competent instructors
are available.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
OUTDOOR SH0WMEM GO
ON RECORD FOR UPL!fT
viii Endeavor to Check Unjust
Attacks on Their Business.
Sunday Sends Message.

New York.-In these days Of uplift
movements the statement Of the newly
organized Association of the Outdoor
Showmen Of the World that its chief
purpose In life Is to uplift and purify
the outdoor show business has attract
ed attention. The association Is a
unique aggregation Of outdoor show
interests, embracing every variety Of
outdoor amusement enterprises, from
the big exposition and circus to the
fair, carnival and concession men, and
Its officers are carrying on a wide cam
paign to secure membership In all
parts of the world.
One of the outdoor showmen's an
nouncements, made at the organization
meeting and banquet at the Hotel AS
tor, was that Of President Frank p.
Spellman, who In explaining the scope
Of the organization said that Billy Sun
day had been invited to become a men,
Der and TO attend the banquet, as 1t
was recognized that .'he is the greatest
Snowman of us all" Billy Sunday In
acknowledging the letter OF introduc-
ton said In characteristic fashion,
You fellows could go some for God II
you would"
I'VE have more practical objects. Of
course, than the ethical uplift OF the
outdoor show business" said President
Spellman. I'VE propose to exert our
influence to make certain that we get
a square deal In the various state leg
islatures. We will have legal repre-
sentatives In every city, and we will
correct other abuses that we believe
exist. We will endeavor to check I'M
just attacks made on the outdoor show
business and to secure fair and equita-
BILE treatment. We believe the public
will be with us In this campaign"
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
SIXTY.FIVE YEARS OLD,
HIKES SIXTY.FIVE MILES
Samuel S. Gavin, Atlantic City
Lawyer, Celebrates Natal
Day With Long Walk.

Philadelphia. -SamueI S. Gavin is an
attorney who was sixty-dve years old
recently. and he personally conducted
the following celebration:
He walked sixty-five miles. Elapsed
time, midnight to Sis D. III.
And did 1t on an empty stomach.
Then he came home
Took a rundown.
Ate big steak.
Smoked big cigar.
And said that he was off, the walk
ing stunt again until he was seventy
years old, when he would walk seventy
miles.
Mr.. Gavin Is a rudy checked, agile.
athletic man who bellies his age. He
has been celebrating his birthday In
this manner for number of years, so
at midnight he left Atlantic City and
began his hike. He came TO Kaighn's
ferry, which is sixty-one miles from
the shore, and thence to his home, a
distance of sixty.fve miles. Mr.. Gavin
attributes his ability TO make these
trips to regular system Of living. 81
get up In the morning, take cold bath
and eat hot breakfast" he said
Then / keep myself on Il regular
schedule and walk whenever l get the
chance. / shall cut out walking birth
days after this and confine myself TO
FIVE year periods About the time am
one hundred the Cobbs Greek boule
ward may be done and | may tab- ~
century run over that
"Oh, l forgot something. | get busy
with the dumbbells every morning"
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
LACE GROWS ON TREES.
Panama Product May Take Place Of
MOSQUITO Netting.

New Orleans. La.-Lace grows on
trees on the isthmus OF Panama. and
the trees grow wild In the swamps.
Captain l.. W. Richards o. the steam
ship Norwalk brought fne sample.
not merely as curiosity but to induce
tests as TO the probable utility Of the
plant or the tree In this section.
When the bark or the limbs is strip
ped there are rolls of filmy substance
Of texture very much~like mosquito
netting. The size Of these layers In
creases with the size of the tree. the
largest being about a foot in diameter.
The fabric is strong and can be sewn
without tearing.
The natives use the stuff In making
garments. Captain Richards believes
that by cultivation the trees may be-
come very valuable. and II the lace
layers cannot be enlarged some process
may be perfected by which they can be
Joined into fabric which win make
the finest mosquito bar and may even
serve for summer raiment.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
WANTS CHAIR PAINTED RED.
Socialist AsssmbIyman Asks III Also
Suggests Ear Trumpets.

Albany. n. Y.-Socialist Assembly
man j. l. Whitehorn of Brooklyn has
suggested to the clerk Of the assembly
that seat No 149. which he occupies,
be painted red
When drew the seat at the begin
ming of the session." he explained, II
was told it was occupied by Socialist
Assemblyman Shiplacoff of Brooklyn
last year. So | said why not paint II
red and reserve it for any Socialist
who may be elected to the assembly In
the future"
Whitehorn, who complains that he
cannot get favorable action on reso-
luton instructing the Public Buildings
Commission to improve the acoustics
Of the assembly chamber. now suggests
that each assemblyman be supplied
with an ear trumpet at state expense
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
Gooss's Crop Held $1o27.

st. Louis. When John L. p. Ernst
killed gift goose he found in its crop
half dollar. twenty-six quarters,
twenty-six dimes, thirteen nickels and
two pennies. This two legged bank
was a Christmas bonus given Ernst by
the employees OF grocery store where
he is chief clerk, There was no refund,
as Ernst considers the gift of goose
includes the ballast. The total Of the
goose's savings was SlO27.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09

A Chicago man made II wills before
he died. Now his family is contesting
the last one, probably on the theory
that where there's will there's way.
Chicago has hotel for women with
26O rooms, says the Detroit Free Press,
Nearly all kinds of people can be &C.
comodated these DAYS.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
Hushl A Carter Purse.

If you are addicted TO tie bad habit
of carrying your valuables and money
with you wherever you go you should
provide yourself with one Of the new
garter purses. They are made of two
pockets, one large for jewels the other
small for money. and both attached to
straps to buckle tightly around the leg
below the tnee They come in all
shades Of satin.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
A peIiahtful Combination.

Speaking of satin slip over blouses,
what do you think of this costume7 1t
is slip over blouse of dark blue satin
shocked In the shoulders with white
silk and showing q novel collar and
cuffs Of white satin. IL is worn with a
box pleated white 6annel skirt. Sounds
stunning, doesn't Il?
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
NOT BOTHERED ANY MORE

So-called rheumatic pains, ghppe
aches, anne back, sore muscles or stiff
joints are the result OF overworked,
weak or disordered kidneys. E. l..
Turner, Homer, KY, writes: "Since
taking Foley Kidney Pills have not
been bothered any more" Strengthen
weak kidneys and help rid the blood of
acids and poisons. -Hte's Drug Store.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
SURGEON Replaced Mules Ear.

Flushing. O.-Tbe ear OF valuable
mule of the Belmont Coal company has
been saved. While being worked in
the mine live wire came in contact
with the mules ear and burned 1t off
close to the head. DR.. V. H. Stevens
was summoned and he sewed the ear
back on the mules head. The opera.
tion was successful and the mule will
not be disfgured.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09

Fashioned of black chiffon velvet,
cut to fall In naturally graceful folds,
and a long, square train. this hand
some frock also takes a shoulder drape
Of silver lace, which is held by huge
rhinestone garniture. The butterfly eff
feet of the lace is especially effective.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
CUT THIS OUT IT'S WORTH MONEY

DON'T MISS THIS. Cut out this Slip
enclose five cents to Foley & Co. 1886
Sheffield Ave-, Chicago, ILL.,, writing
your name and address clearly. You
will receive in return a trial package
containing Foley's Honey and Tar Com
pound for coughs, colds and Group;
Foley Kidney Pills, and Foley Cathartic
Tablets.-Hite's Drug Store.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
STEAL CHICKENS, BUT
LEAVE AN AUTOMOBILE

) Kansas City. Mo.-Chicken
; thieves who robbed the hen
; roost of farmer near this city
; the other night were unable TO
; get their automobile starter to
; work. so they left the fiivver be-
) hind. Although the farmer APP
; propriated the machine for the
; two dozen chickens stolen. be
said be thought the thieves got
: something the better OF the bar
; gain.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09

A Boston man, whose wife threw
pudding into his hair, asks for separ-
alton. From the pudding, il is suppos-
ed.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1917-03-09
AFTER THE GRIPPE
Vinol Restored Her Strength

Canton, Miss.-T am rs years old and
became very weak and feeble from the
effects of La Grippe, but vinol has done
me world of good. 1t has cured my
cough, built up my strength 80 ] feel
active and well again. Mrs LIZZIE
BALDWIN, Canton, Miss.
vinol is a constitutional remedy
which aids digestion, enriches the
blood and creates strength. I'm
equalled for chronic coughs, colds or
bronchitis. Your money back If It
fails.
HITE DRUG co.
Also at the leading drug store in all
Michigan towns.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27
Kaiser Observes
His Men Advance

BERLIN, July Y Near %1arnopol, in
eastern Galic,a, yesterday, Emperor
William watched the German troops
extend their gain, at the Screth bridge.
head, says the official statement issued
today by the German war office.
The Austro- German forces are pur-
SUNG the Russians who are tctreating
through the wooded Carpa,hians In the
direction oi the river rruth The Ger,
man statement says that the German
troops are rapidly advancing on both
sides OF the Dne,ster river The Gallo
ian town of kolomea, on the railroad
between S,aniSlau and C1ernow,,2. has
been captured by the lcu,unS
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we witness that the white horse, Der
rlSh. oi Mahomet Bey, is of the first
breed oi Nedgdce horses, whose mother
is the white mare. HadhA the famous,
and whose father is the bay horse Dab
rouge of the horses Of the tribe Benz
hailed We testify on our conscience
and fortune that he is the breed con
corning which the prophet 1aid The
true runners when they run strike fire
they grant prosperity until the day OF
Judgment We testify what is known
and God knows we arc true Witnesses
Six signatures verify this pedigree.
When the Ringing Brother, exhibit
here Derrish will he seen twice. First
on tho vast stage on which the fairy
land spectacle is produced, and. again
during the progress Of the high school
and menage horse numbers The rid
ing acts will embrace more than fifty
different horses. but the spectator viii
probably have no difficulty in locating
Derrish, for he is the most superb ami.
NAL Of them all. The circus will b,
in Oklahoma City, Thursday, August z
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When the Ringing Brothers stage
managers were holding the initial re
hear,als Of the mammoth ~iairylaud pro-
duction. "Cindcrclla," they sent for the
finest horses in all the circus stables.
But. splendid as were these thorough
breds, not one could be found that was
thought to he entirely suitable Tor the
prince Of the tale who. as everyone
knows, takes "Cindcrella" to wed.
There were hundreds OF Nced' ad-
mirably suited 20 the requirements Of
the ladies and gentlemen Of the royal
train but il was argued that the princes
horse should be the most striking ever
seen IN a spectacle Thtreupon word
was cablcd to the Ringing Brothers
European representatives to secure tho
finest Arabian steed that maIcy could
buy. In reply came the horse Derrish.
Accompanying the beautiful animal was
his pedigree written in Arabic. Trans
lated, 1t reads
in the name OF God, the mercitpl
The cause Of the present writing is tina.
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cordins 10 official returns published
today. These figures do not include
enormous, efforts made by small grow
ers.
The official estimate is that the area
OF small cultivation has been quad
rupled and this estimate is probably
below the mark as the number OF
snail vegetable gardens in England
and Wales has been increased by more
than half a million and the displace
ment of flowers by vegetables has been
general in gardens throughout the
country.
The figures published today cons,i
tute the first authoritative evidence OF
the tremendous agricultural efforts
throughout Great Britain which has
been augmented by the war office in
lending soldiers for work OF the land
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27
Hurley Chairman
of Shipping Board;
Heads Corporation

WASHINGTON, kly H-Reor
ganization Of the shipping board and
tho emergency fleet corporation was
completed today, Edward N, Hurley OF
Chicago, who succeeded William Den
man on the board, was elected chair
nan and John a Donald was elected
vice chairman to succeed Theodore
Rrent, whose resignation was accepted
yesterday by President Wilson
The members Of the board as direc-
tors of the fleet corporation elected
Rear Admiral CappS general manager
to succeed Major General Goe'hal' and
elected other Objects as follows
President. Mr. Hurley vice preNi-
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m asruswed declaration
pogpooe ~pn the part Of the
n>9eft MT v lay down their
~ c4atyal powers had been
posttien where they could not
DSfsue 4 policy Of criminal ag-
and violent fighting has oc-
IA the streets Of Petrograd with
0lleoi socialists leading w an at
revolt The outbreak was sup
aitef government troops at
NJ lively battle was fought.
6oe1iAe 10 . Budapest newspaper
~ II q Geneva dispatch, Pre-
Kerensky was wounded in the arm
ct the front quelling a revolt OF
Antrymen who had been fired on by
. ARTILLERY.
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S~lAV-
FORCES OCCUPY
PUTNA SECTION
Continued From Page ~

in eastern Galicia, says the official
statement issued today by the wal de
partmcnt
The Russian announcement saws the
Rumanians have advanced toward the
upper reaches OF the Suchit,a river and
are consolidating their gains The Ru
manian' took many prisoners and cap
tured six guns.
Between the Dneistcr river and the
C%arpathlans the statement SAYS that
the Russians continue To- retire in an
e%astcrly direction Southeast OF Ttcm
bowla, in Galicia near the Russian hor
der, the Russians retired \ short dis
lance to new positions. The Austro.
Germans have occupied the Galiciau
towns Of Plotycy and C~,yStylot on the
Sctcth river.
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Guns OF Canadians
Silence Germans

CANADIAN ARMY NEADQlAR-
TIERS IN FRANCE July y Our
guns have definitely 'ecpred' the upper
hand IN the western patt OF che front
rhe ARTILLERY actions hy which this has
been done have been IN progress sey.
eral DAYS.
10 challenge our a'ccndency i'm guns.
the enemy recently brought Mp A bat
terry ot artillery attached 20 n ptus.
sian guard division These additional
gunner' were given practically nm.
limited supplies
A duel took place IN the lous and
Ayion sectors but the counter batter,
work Vt the Brush and Canadian gun
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Remove Those Hairs
Roots and All
IAh.nlnirh NV NnIhndl
Absolutely N.w Mo,hodD

The new way TO tsmoy dlHfiNutinv
aroNtns ~ supcfnuous hair. roots and all,
viii N1.unish and delight YOU You never
saw o' heard or anything IKE II before II
10 NOT q depilNtory and not oil. rttirs1 You
.lmpl, g,i y stick " phclayiius from vuur
ltugslst and follow the simple directions ~
nom, In y few seconds YOU have removed
the offending hairs. roots and all with
vnut own ewes you see the roots come iiWhi
out rhelRvtine IN absolutely harmless. non
pui.Nuuus and perfectly uhotleas sntlHfAu
Ion suAiau,esd ~ money refunded Adv
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Vital Statistics
MARRIAGE Licences.

Marriage Licences
Robert Henry smith, 26 years old, and
Cora May Taylor, is years old, both ~
city 4
Henry Jackson. - years old, Oklahoma
city. and Norlne Backus. ~ years ola,
Independence, Kan
James Augustus Hamilton, % years old,
New Wilson, okla. and Ruth Marcelln
lawrence, 8 years old, Pleasant Hope.
Mo.
l.. n. Keel. % years old. and BESSIE
jackson, 10 years old. both Of Stratfurd.
Okla.
Births.
MIR and Mrs. James n. Gibbs, Alamo
hotel, a girl
MIR. and Mrs. j. q. Albright, 73ih.
West Washington avenue, n hoy.
Mr. and Mrs. AT. Holloway, 7Oi West
Third street, II boy.
Deaths.
II. II. Derrick, 81 years old, local hos.
pltal,
% W sharp 81 years old, 72s West
Grand avenue,
Mrs, Mini Denrard.
Funeral services Of Mrs MINI pcuuart
which were to have been held n
Uahn's Funeral home, 1920 North BROAD
been postponed The time viii be nm.
Phoenix. Aria, Saturday night
Bulldlno Permits
e IT. Mccain, 1916 East Nineteenth
street, addition to frame dwelling, $500
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dent, Mr.. Donald; treasurer, R. b.
Stevens, another member OF the boardi
secretary, Lester Sisler, who also is
secretary az the board.
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ners proved too much even for the
highly-trained artillerymen OF the
PrusSian guard and their activity is
now sub-normal.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27
British Acreage
in Crops Growing

LONDON. July Pin England and
Wales the increased acreage in wheat
barley. oats and potatoes this year is
$4,000 acres, OF about 8 percent, &C
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27

As an indication of the new policy
and firm measures to he taken ktoni
stad, received an ultimatum 10 hand
over Three Of the chief Bolshcviki agi-
,a,ors. including the notorious Roscha'
In case OF a refusal the island will be
declared blockadcd.
The evening newspapers declare III"
position on the front is somewhat i'm
proved. As the evacuation OF Tatnoppl
is considered to have been premature.
Russian generals have been ordered To-
tccapturc the town
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27
In a Class BY Himself.

Theodore Roosevelt is one OF the few
men in public life who can fail to have
his own way and still remain famous.
Los Angeles Times.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27
Russian Cavalry
Heroes in Defeat

PETROGRAD. July Il Accounts OF
the battle IN Galicia say the cavalrymcn
fought like heroes. CosSaoks, co opcr-
ating with Russian and British motor
cars. defended the Scrcth line as long
as the least hope remained It IS re
ported that att,llcrymen on their knees
lmplorcd the infantry 10 save their guns
but that the infantry did not heed them
Traitors Being Shot
General KorniloffS orders 10 shoot
traitors and m%araudcrS are beng car
ricd out The commander OF a grcna
der division has been removed Tor re
fusing to fire on deSerterS
The Fifth cycliSt battalion fought
most bravely II kept off three German
regiments with its machine guns and
carbincs aud made several bayonct
charges aioot. In II attack the men
rode their hicvcles. Some sections Of
the battalion lost ~ percent OF their
Officers.
q Signals From Rear.
a member oi the duma who has re-
turned from the Dyln,k front state,
that after Russian battalions captured
important German positions 1t was DIS
covered in several instances that signal
lng 10 the Germans Was going un from
the Russian rear.
Belgian artillerymen and mechanical
experts in Pc,rograd are forming 4
battalion Of death TO give All example
Of military valor on the Russian front
LAX -FOS--An improved Csscars
4 digestive llauid laxative. cathartlc
and liver tonic. Combines strength
with palatablc aromatic taste. Does mt
grlpc or disturb stomach. S0c-Ady
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27
HFeSnky Summons
tio0al Council

pETROGRAD, July U,-The eN.
one gravity Of the eoun,ry's position
the front and rear impels Premier
I1eensky to take the exceptional dcei-
IN without waiting Tor the constituent
.embly, to oonvoke July 81 at Mos
= the Extraordinary national coun'
n All members Of the duma, prom,.
1 men from chief centers OF the EN-
representatives Of the ,emstvoS
Uicipalities, labor unions and univer.
ttoo, will participate.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27
Boys Oxfords 300 OFF

Your choice Of all boys oxfords
and sandals now at a reduction Of
20%.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1917-07-27
Agitstofs Demanded.

in the most determined and merciless
way
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& If Mccain, 1916 East Nineteenth
street, addition to frame dwelling $500
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$50 Off Straws and
Panamas.

None reserved, Your choice Of
the entire NEW stock of straws and
Panama. at one-fourth off the regu-
lar prices.