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The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23

For Wayne County by w. z. Moore
Probably fair tonight. Wednesday In
creasing cloudiness. Somewhat warm
er.
General conditions-The cold wave
has settled to the Gulf causing abnorm-
ally cool weather as far south as Gen.
tral Florida Severe cold weather con-
tinues over the Rocky mountain reg
ion. Thirty.four below zero at Lander,
wyoming. Storm covers far northwest
and extreme cold weather continues
over Alaska. Fifty-four degrees below
xe-n at Eagle, Alaska.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
VALUABLE LANDS
AT STAKE IN SUIT

NEW YORK, Jan. 23-Nearly half
million acres Of oil land in the San
Joaquin valley, California, valued at
s32. 900, 900 is &C. stake in the govern
ments suit against the Southern Pa
cific Railroad on trial here before
Judge Bledsoe Of the Federal Court Of
Los Angeles. From this land, the
testimony shows the railroad has
been taking about 100000 barrels of
oil month. II the government wins
its suit for possession of the property
it is said that these oil fields will be
used to supply fuel for the navy.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
DIR. CHACE NAMED
COLLEGE TRUSTEE

DR.. Arthur Freeborn Chace. Earl
ham class Of 1897, has been elected
member of the board of trustees of
Bryn Mawr college. DR.. Chace is a
leading practitioner in New York
and a professor of medicine in the
New York Post Graduate Medical
school. Two other Earlham gradu-
ates are members of the Bryn Mawr
board: T. Raeburn White, 1896. Phil
adelphia attorney, and William C.
Dennis, 1896, son of the late David w.
Dennis,
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
TRAVELLERS PLAN
FIRST MEMORIAL

First memorial service of Post C.
Indiana division T. P. A., to be held
at the high school auditorium at 2:3O
o'clock Sunday afternoon has been an
nounced by the memorial committee
consisting of c. w. Merrill, L. E.
Browne and T. H. Hill. Members and
their families are given sincere in
vitatiOn.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
AGED COUPLE HELD
BY EATON OFFICER

EATON, O., Jan. 23.-Cornelius
Bailey, u, and his wife, 73, were pick
ed up last night at the interurEan
station by officers upon their arrival
from Richmond According to officers.
the couple had been drinking. They
were without funds and were sent to
the county infirmary to spend the
night. Bailey said they were residents
Of Lee county, KY, and were enroute
to their home after visit at Cam
bridge City, Ind.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
CITY PLANT SHOWS INCREASE
OF 20 PER CENT IN BUSINESS
ACCORDING TO 1916 RECORDS

unusually low. After deducting three
percent for depreciation the plant valu-
alton the first of this year was esti-
mated to be $596,925.e1.
Concluding his report Mr.. Klein
knecht submits the following state
ment
In addition to submitting our annual
report to you. would like to state the
success that we have obtained from
the merger of the two electrical prop
critics.
Our total operating income for
twelve months. ending December 81,
[Continued On Page Two.]
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23

There were several hundred Rich
mond citizens who strolled through the
central business district last night ad-
miring the glare of the city's new
"white way" Illuminating system.
glare which radiated from 120 power
full lamps surmounting an equal num-
Der of ornamental boulevard stand
ards.
In the crowd were many who had
been, for three year, obstacles In the
pathway of this improvement, rut
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
ATTENDS LUNCHEON
FOR HANOVER MEN

In the interest of the $250,OO0 en-.
dowment fund for Hanover college.
which is expected to be raised by
March I. several Richmond men were
entertained at luncheon today at the
Y. M. C. A., by the Rev. S. w. Huffer
CT Portland, Ind. representative of
the college. Those who attended the
luncheon were, the Rev. ]. J. Rae. DR..
Charles Bond, H. s. Weed, Prof. J. T.
Giles, w. o. Wissler and DR.. A. ].
Whallon.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
BOY SCOUTS PLAN
BIG CELEBRATION

Boy scouts will meet at the council
chamber on Wednesday night to con-
slider plans for the anniversary week
celebration in February. 1t is prob
able that scout troops from number
of neighboring cities and towns will
participate in varied program which
may be concluded with drills and a
banquet
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
HOLDS OPEN MEETING

Deliberations of the German Baptist
Insurance company which will hold its
annual session in the horticultural
room of the court house all day Thurs
day will be open to the public, it was
announced today by Walter Ratliff, all
officer in the association.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
SUCCESSOR SELECTED

L. A. Newgard. Of Trenton, N J..
has been appointed successor to the
late Mr.. Helman in the Commercial
department of the Richmond high
school, The appointment was an.
nounced by the school authorities to.
day. aAaisA
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
SAYS PRESIDENT
WILL BE LOBBYING

WASHINGTON, Jan. 23-President
Wilson's plan to visit the capitol fire.
quently urging action on his legisla-
tion program was attacked today by
Senator Jones, Republican, who de-
clared it indicated a course of "sys-
tematic lobbying" by the president.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23

foundations Of peace among the ma
tions."
Copies of the address already are
in the hands of American diplomats
abroad for delivery to the foreign
officers of belligerents and neutrals
and upon the nature of its reception
there may depend whether there is
to be any further protracted discus
sion of peace in the immediate future.
After summarizing his note to the
belligerents, the reply of the central
[continued On Page Eight
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23

enter world league for permanent
peace. .
The president asked the senate for
no action. He merely laid before the
Counsel associated with" him in the
final determination of the country's
international obligations, what he has
done, and his views of the duty of
the government "in the days that are
to come when it will be necessary to
lay afresh and upon a new plan the
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
ey STAFF CORRESPONDENT

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, Jan. 23.-Be-
fore manufacturers and business men
representing the industrial sections of
Indiana, a public hearing was held
Monday night in the session chamber
Of the state house to consider pro-
rosed amendments to the workmen's
compensation law as 1t stands on the
statute books.
Speakers for the State Federation
cf Labor, argued that the law enacted
IN 1915 was an experiment, that labor
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
MAKE FORMAL INQUIRY

BERLIN, via London, Jan. 23-
United States Ambassador Gerard to-
day made formal inquiry at the for
eign Office as to whether any Ameri-
cans were among the neutral prison
ers of war on board the Yarrowdale.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
COMPLETE DEATH TOLL

LONDON, Jan. 23.-The casualties
to date in last Friday nights explos-
ion were officially announced to colIs
prise sixty-nine killed, seventy-two SER
iously injured and 32S slightly injured.
This, 1t is stated, is believed to COM
prise the complete list.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
HOLD PRAYER SERVICE

Cottage prayer meeting in prepara-
tion for the Simultaneous Evangelistic
campaign which begins in Richmond
churches Sunday, will be held tonigh.
at the home of Mrs. ]. NJ. Ranks, 4l0
North Seventeenth street.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
OPEN new ATTACK

BERLIN, Jan. 23.-The Teutonic
troops have resumed their advance in
Dobrudja, it is announced officially.
Bulgarian forces crossed the southern
estuary of the Danube near Tutch and
held the ground against Russian at
tacks.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
HOLD PRAYER SERVICE

Prayer meeting preparatory to the
evangelical week will be held at the
home of Charles Bell, corner West
Fifth and National road, this evening
at 7:30 o'clock. The public is in
vited.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23

An increase of approximately twenty
percent In the business of the Rich
mond Municipal Electric plant in 1915
over the plants business in 1915 Is
show In the report for the past year
made public today by Superintendent
Clarence Kleinknecht.
Exclusive of the amount paid for the
purchase or the electric plant Of the
Richmond Light, Heat & Power COM
pany, amounting to $213.042, the mu-
nicipal plant showed net earnings of
over $4,000 last year. The report. in
brief, follows:
Operating revenue ....... 1886, ,657 80
incorporating revenue -. 21,04446
Total income for 1916. .$207, ,701.78
Expenditures.
Operating expenses. .......$ 74.66O32
Building. equipment ........ 264, 4,634.6S
Paid Sinking Fund ........ 10,660.00
Total 1916 expenditures. .$349, 1855 90
Municipal Fund.
Bal on hand, Jan. /. 1916. s 80,654.57
Paid into fund, 1916 ...... 464,541.13
Total .s545,1 10
Paid ont during year ..... 4S5,177.92
Balance, Jan. /, 1917. ....$ 6O,0177S
Sinking Fund.
Balance, Jan. l. 1917. ....$ 6,04S,58
Exclusive of the expense for build
ing and equipment, which was abnor-
mally heavy last year because OF the
purchase of the l.. II. & P. plant and
extensive betterments and equipment
increases, the total receipts showed
en- excess Of $133.041.46 over operating
expenses.
Percent Consider red Low.
The percent of operating expenses
TO revenue was only 40, regarded as
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1917-01-23
Weather Forecast

For Indiana by United States Wealth
er eureau-Probably fair tonight and
Wednesday. Somewhat warmer to-
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1917-05-02
TO SEIZE GERMAN VESSELS.
Senate Passes Resolution for Such
Action to Aid shipping.

Washington, April 30.-The SEN
ate tonight by unanimous vote
passed a resolution providing for the
transfer Of title and possession of
enemy ships in American ports and
their use in commerce under direc-
tiQn Of the shipping board.
There are about 100 German and
many Austrian ships in American
ports and all are under repair,
though the Austrian ships are not
included in the resolution, as the Uni
ted States and Austria are not at war
One Of the German ships-the
Clara Mennig-is ready for sea and
will begin loading a cargo tomorrow
for Italy. The Pisa, another, will be
ready by Wednesday and will take
supplies to France. Five more will
be ready by the end Of the week.
The resolution was debated in the
Senate to-day for more than four
hours behind closed doors. The dis
cussion centered OH questions OF
damages for the seized vessels after
the war, but all efforts provide me-
thod by which owners Of the prop
erty would be given a right to sue in
courts of the United States were de-
feated. Legislation Of this kind will
be left to later date.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1917-05-02
An Appeal for Mr.. Keoyvn.

Mt. Rest. May 1.-,Editor Keowee
Courier: Will you please publish the
following appeal in your paper:
w. J. Keown lost his house and all
he had by fire on Sunday, April 20.
The house was struck by lightning
and burned up in few minutes. He
is in a bad condition, Is under the
doctors care all the time and not able
to do anything. He is worthy citi-
zen and will be glad Of anything that
the good people Of our county may
contribute In the way of money,
clothes, provisions. High prices OF
everything at this time will make
1t very hard for him, and unless the
good people of Oconee contribute to
his relief they will let a worthy fam
lily suffer. GIe Is a member of the
Baptist church at Bethlehem and has
always been good worker for the
church and Sunday school, Dona-
tions can be made direct to him at
Mountain. Rest, or to A. M. Brown,
Mt. Rest. Let the good people Of
Oconee do their duty and come to the
relief Of this good family
A Citizen.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1917-05-02
n Good 1'wO-Wecks' Work.

A dispatch from Paris, semi-off1-
cial communication dated April 2S,
says:
"Another smashing British drive,
begun north Of the River Scarpe on
an extended front, made good pro-
gress. 1t is reported that the attack
Is continuing. Heavy fighting devel-
oped as the Germans threw in fresh
divisions
every gain in this attack Is maxi
ing the German position between
Gavelle and Lens more difficult
Mean while, the French are continu-
ing heavy artillery fire south from
St. Quentin all around curve in a
line into Champagne. The French
announce the capture of 175 cannon
Of all calibres, 412 machine guns,
119 trench mortars and 2O,780 pris-
oners since April 10th.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1917-05-02

I'm the French army all venerate
the name and memory of Washing
tion. ! respectfully salute here the
great soldier and lay upon his tomb
the palm we offer our soldiers who
have died for their country"
Two French officers came forward
with the bronze wreath from the
French mission, the humblsst and the
highest mark Of honor which the
French nation can accord the dead.
Bending over, the marshal passed
through the narrow entrance and SOL
emnly placed the wreath upon the
stone coffin. He then stood silently
at salute, the general who Is accred-
tied with saving France, to the gene
raj who won the liberty Of the Uni
ted States.
Isalfour Places Wreath.
AS Marshal Joffre passed back
among the spectators, Mr.. Balfour
came forward with the British
wreath Of lilies and oak leaves tied
with the colors Of the three allied
nations. He, too, entered the tomb
and placed the British token beside
the French, while Lieut.. Gen.
Bridges stood outside at salute.
There was neither music nor ap-
plause. AS Mr.. Balfour withdrew
the spectators felt, without being
told, that the ceremony was over
The party again broke into groups
and filed up to the lawn Of the Mount
Vernon home.
Never was Mount Vernon more
beautiful than to-day as 1t stood out
in all It's stateliness amidst the new
spring foliage. The visiting states
men passed in and out about the
rooms, examining all the heirlooms
Of Washington. Mr.. Balfour was the
last to leave when the time came to
start back to Washington.
The party included the members OF
both the French and the British mis-
sions, their American military and
naval aides, the cabinet, Senators
Swanson and Representative Padgett.
chairmen of the House and Senate
naval committees; Col. r.. NJ. House
and few government officials. The
trip was made on the Presidential
yacht Maytlower. Both on arrival
and departure the whole company
stood at salute as bugler played
taps and the band '"rhe Star Span
gled Banner"
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1917-05-02

lean colony. The minister made ar
address, congratulating the Govern
ors on evidences Of cooperation in
all parts Of China, and assured them
that they had the best w'shse Of the
United States.
Gen. Hau-Shu-Chang responded for
the Governors. saying they realized
the United States was Chna's best
friend.
How American Airmen flight.
Paris, April 29.-American avia--
tors again have emerged victorious
from battle in the clouds with Ger
man airmen, 1t was learned here to-
day. The heroes Of the encounter
were Willis Haviland, OF Minneapo-
lis, and Charles G. Johnson, Of st.
Louis, who are under the command
Of Lieut.. William Thaw.
Flying together in separate ma.
chimes, the two Americans encoun-
tered a group Of German airplanes.
Haviland forced one enemy craft to
an altitude Of 1000 feet, where he
engaged It. After spirited fight.
the German machine, riddled by ma
chine gunflre, collapsed and fell.
Almost Mt the same time Johnson
had desperate battle with another
German machine, which no put to.
flight, evidently in distress. It's fate
was not determined. Several other
German aircraft refused battle
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1917-05-02
4
SOUTH HOLDS TIE KEY.

'"The farmer, the merchant
and the housewife Of America,
and especially the South, will
speak the final word in the world
war. Though America can con-
tribute millions Of dollars,
though she is already on her
way to the mobilization Of a vast
army In her steps Of preparing
for the great war, the South
holds the key to the solution, for
as the South docs its duty or
fails, so will the war go. Gift
ford Pinchot.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1917-05-02
Meeting for Colorcd Citizens.

There will be meeting for color
ed men and women Thursday night
Of this week, May Sd, at the colored
school building in Walhalla. Both
white and colored speakers will be
present to address the people. Let
all attend and resolve to help in a
great cause. G.. b. Hancock,
Chr. Colored Preparedness Com.
w. j. Thomas, Secretary.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1917-05-02
Capt. strother to Governor Manning.

Capt. w. "A. Strother, of Walhalla,
recently addressed the following let
ter to Governor Manning:
81 am an old Confed, too far gone
to do hard service, but have nice
brick office located in Columbia, and
would be glad to tender it to the gov
ernment, with my services free Of
charge, as a recruiting station. IF
either is needed, will be at your COM
mand."
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
Fall and Winter Sports

The healthy, beneficial effects derived from clean
sports such that every person ought to prac-
tice them.
Footballs various grades, from the Rugby balls
at SI.oo to the official football at $3.50.
Basketballs, $3.50 to $500.
Volley Balls $2.oo to $500.
Boxing Gloves, $aoo to 500.
Striking or Punching Bags, SITS to $500
Cyclic Wheels for striking bags $500 and $3.50
Military Exercisers, $3.50.
Wall and Hand Excrcisers, 81 so to $3.50.
Separate Bladders for footballs, volley balls
and basket balls at various prices.
Basket Ball Goals at $500 and $500.
Indoor Bsseballs, soc to $I.as.
hoor-Cena.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
CORSETS FOR MISSES
AND GROWING GIRLS

LILY OF FRANCE CORSETS, of pink brocade
with rubber top, $3.50 pair.
"C-B," idea in Girls Corsets, Of pink silk
striped material, with clasp only below the
waistline and buttons above; lightly boned to
mold the figure, but give full freedom, $3.50
pair.
SUCCESSO CORSETS, in white and flesh color
Italian coutl, medium and rubber tops, $500
$3.50 and $500 pair.
ELASTIC TOP WAISTLINE CORSETS with
long skirts in all the well-known standard
makes, $3.50 to $3.50.
For the younger girls will be found Ferris Waists
75c up; C-B Neglige Cirdles of treco CLOTH
lightly boned and just the thing for golf, horse
back riding and all outdoor sports $aoo pair
TREO ELASTIC GIRDLES, flesh and white; TO-
u, Il and I6-inch lengths, saso to $500 each
Third noo-F s.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
HIS FIRST LONG TROUSERS

When boy puts his first long trousers here he
will know they right for him. Not too boysh;
not too mannish, but full of youthful manliness.
They shown in the Mems Clothes Store on the
first floor and he will like the idea of getting long
trousers in real Mems Store.
They not Mems Clothes with some style
changes, enlarged boys clothes. BUT THEY ARE
SPECIALLY TAILORED FIRST LONG TROU-
SERS with smartness, originality, correctness.
You'll find variety of good models in plain blue
serges and flannels; also in browns, grays green,
stripes, checks, mixtures, plaids
It's not expensive to change to the First Long
Trousers
As we have good-lookiug. good-wearing Suits
at sI8
SACK & NORFOLK MODELS, FULL LINED.
Main foor-Tenth
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
FOX FURS
The Fashion, Especially for Young Women

Fox Furs are not only in perfect accord with
the latest new fashions. but their billowy, fluffy
peltry seems to be more charming for youthful
wearers than most any other.
We have ample quantities of the following:
RED FOX. JAPANESE CROSS FOX, BLUE FOX,
ALASKAN FOX. TAUPE FOX. KAMCEIAfKA
FOX. GRAY FOX. WHITE FOX, BLACK FOX.
Nearly every set is different and you will find
many pleasing features distinguishing the NODES
Prices are moderate.
hoor-Centsr.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
PERSONAL cRRisrsas GREETING
CARDS

Hundreds of different designs are nov
ready for you TO make your selection and
have engraved
You should give this matter your inn
mediate attention because OF the diff
culties OF getting the work done later.
Main 6oor- Eleteuth Of.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
The Cordouan Shoe at $1,000
FOR MEN WHO WANT A DIFFERENT KIND
OF SHOE THAT IS WORTH MORE

Smart English last with pointed and % heel good susns and comfortable
For distinctive they can't and the be said about
their
These genuine Conh part the skin
from the hip of the horse.
DARK RICH SHADE so WELL LIKED
HANDSOME AS ANY YOU
LOW IN PRICE BECAUSE BOUGHT EARLY.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
FOR MISSES AND GIRLS

A most inviting selection of plain and fancy
styles especially modelled for misses and girls.
Mushroom and Sailor Velvet Hats with tailored
bands. Colors black. navy and brown.
$3.50 each.
Black and Blue Velvet and White Corduroy
Tam o Shanter Hats.
$l.25, $3.50, $500, $3.50 and $500.
Velvet Dress Hats in clever variation. of the
mushroom shape; fashionable simplicity and be-
cominsness are beautifully brought together in
these modes. Trimmings consist of simple orna-
ments and ribbons. Colors of blue. red rose and
brown.
$500, $3.50, $3.50, $40 and $l2.
T1lrd6
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
Is A Great Day Here tor the Children
Sweaters for the School Girl

very attractive assortment of Sweaters fcr
the school girl from to IA years Of age. They
are in medium and hesvy-weiehts. and smart Nor
folk and belted styles of good lengths; some Of
them have tie sashes and some of the belts fssten
with buckle. They are shown in pretty shades Of
rose. cardinal and white. maroon, Copenhagen.
green and white and rose and white
Priced from $3.50 to $500.
I'd
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1917-10-13
WRIST WATCHES GROW
MORE POPULAR

Wrist Watches are not only ornate and at
active. but servceable. In fact, their practicable
value seems to be more of an attraction than their
beauty.
The woman at home in business. on shopping,
pleasure or calling trips will find it convenient TO
have one. For girl and young miss at school they
are most desirable. Splendid birthday and amir
versary gifts.
Our assortment is complete. embracing all the
shapes and smart styles-octason. square
round and fancy designs. on ribbon. leather bands
and extension bracelets
$500 to $4,000.
Movements that assure good timekeeping-
WALTHAM ALTIMUS
ELGIN SWISS
hoor-FS