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Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1917-02-16

to attempt. . Thus for more than
two months past | have scarcely
emerged from one difficulty before j
have been plunged into enother'
In a letter to congress IN February
Washington discusses the danger OF
short term enlistments and attributes
TO this evil the probable cause of the
failure of the Canadian expedition. the
loss of Quebec and the death of Mont
g4hery. pointing out that that excel
lent general did not dare 10 besiege
the city lest his men should insist upon
going home because their eniistments
had expired. and he. accepting the al
tentative Of retreat or assault. took the
latter and failed. Washington gave
the weight of his name to the mill
tary canon which by this country has
SO often been disregarded To its sorrow
and cost when he said:
Time Needed In Making Soldiers.
TO bring men to be we'll acquainted
with the duties OF a soldier requires
time TO bring them under proper dis
cipline and subordination not only re-
quires time. tbut is work of great diff
ficulty. and lin this country. where
there Is 50 little distinction between
the officers and soldiers. requires an
uncommon degree of attention. TO ex-
pect. then the same service from raw
and undisciplined recruits as from vet
eran soldiers is to expect what never
did and perhaps never will happen
In urging congress TO avoid the short
term enistments he concludes: 1.-THE
hazard is too great: the trouble and
perplexity Of disbanding one army. and
raising another at the same instant.
and In such Il critical situation as the
last was. are scarcely in the power Of
words to describe and such as no man
who has experienced will ever undergo
again"
After the occupation of New York by
Lord Howe with about 10000 troops.
New England not now being In dan
ger, Washington could oppose only
force of 5000. He felt constrained to
write to the president of congress-
Our situation j. truly distressing. The
militia are dismayed, intractable and
impatient to return. Great numbers
of them have gone off, in some in
stances almost by whole regiments
He says that their INSTRUMENTATION
brought disorder to other parts of the
army. with the deepest concern 1
am obliged to confess my want Of
confidence in the generality OF the
troops he wrote. This harsh criti-
cism of the militia was not directed to
the individuals, but 10 the system. for
with sufficient training under expert
enced officers some OF these men dem
onstrated their courage and efficiency.
Militia Unreliable.
In the same missive he adds: MEN
who have been subject 10 no control
cannot be reduced to order in an in
slant. The privileges they claim win
influence the conduct Of others. and the
aid derived from them Is nearly coun-
ferbalanccd by the disorder, Irregular
;ty and confusion they oceasion." He
adds that Oh account OF their unrelia-
bility he cannot undertake the defense
Of New York. lie concludes. III Is
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1917-02-16
Athletics Lost Money.

Prosperity marked the American
league season just closed. according 10
Il. Il. Johnson, president Of the organ
izafion
Only one club In the league lost
money be said. and some teams
practically made up what money they
lost through the Invasion OF the Fed
eral league. Philadelphia Is the only
club that lost money
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1917-02-16
a Mistake Corrected.

II hear your newly married daughter
and her husband are going 10 live with
you"
That's a mistake"
y mistaken heard II from good
authority
a mistake. all the same. They are
not going 10 live with me. They are
going 10 live on me. Baltimore Amer
Jean.
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1917-02-16

Wisconsin was part successfully OF
Indiana. Illinois and Michigan before IL
was made state In 1913.
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1917-02-16

Jesus heals a nobleman's son John
~. 43-54D. Memorize verses 1871.
Golden Text. As thou hast believed so
be it done unto thee Matt. will. 13).
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1917-02-16
Washington's Difficulty Was Unframed Men

Written Record Left by Father
of His Country, Says America
Needed a Good Army, Not a
Large One-Continental Army
0utnumbered British Every
Time the Latter Was Defeated.
Metropolis weekly gazette. (Metropolis, Ill.) 1???-19??, 1917-02-16

Up to Nov. 10 only o66 men had en-
listed By Nov. IS they had reached
. 900, and they all wanted furlough.
Washington wrote. Our situation is
truly alarming. and of this General
Howe Is well appraised, it being the
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FOR DELEGATE TO
 CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION

To the Democratic Voters of Jeffer-
 son County, Arkansas:
 The State Democratic central com mittee having fixed April 14 as date to hold primary election to select candidates for the constitutional con- vention, I offer as a candidate before said primary for Jefferson county I believe my experience in the af- fairs of life has fitted ne to some eX- tent for this most important position. If the voters of this county think so, and l am selected as one of the menl- bers, I shall consider 1t very higa honor and will give to them in return the best service there is in me.
 I have neither the time nor inclina- tion to make scramble for this posi- tion. The people of Jefferson county know who I am. The matter is left solely in their hands.
 Respectfully,
 JAMES COULD.
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A CARD.
March 18th, 1917.

March 18th, 1917. Messrs, J. M. Hudson, ". R. Willis, w. II. V. Brickley, ". H. Knox, L. H. Goodrich, c. R. Fitzhugh and others:
 My Dear Sirs:
 Being deeply sensible ol the honoc that you gentlemen have conferred upon me, in asking r.e to allow my name to go before the voters as delegate, from Jeffer'on County, to the constitutional convention which convenes November 19, 1917; and ap- preciating the confidence thus im- posed in me, I beg to advise that have qualified as a candidate and ac- cept your call for this service. If elected as q delegate to this con- stitutional convention, I pledge to tho voters of the county the best that is in me.
 Very respectfully,
 II. k. TRULOCK.
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NOTABLES BORN THIS DATE.

Dr. Charles w. Eliot, president emeritus of Harvard university, born in Boston, S3 years ago today
 Thomas Cochran. who arrived m New York virtually penniless 16 years ago and is now partner in the firm of J. P. Morgan X company, born m St. Paul, 46 years ago today.
 Rt. Rev. David H. Greer, Episcopal bishop of New York, born at Wheel ing, w. Va, 73 years ago today.
 R. J. Franklin Fort, ex-governor of New Jersey. now a member of the Federal Trade commission. born at Pemberton, N. J., 65 years ago to- day.
 Meldon Wolfgang, pitcher of the Chicago American league baseball team, born at Albany, N. Y., 27 years ago today.
 Joseph Boehling, pischer for the Cleveland American league baseball
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SHE SHOWS HER HAND.

Those who have been wondering what Congressman Jeannette Rankin from Montana "stood for" politically can gather valuable suggestions from articles she is writing on the sub ject of child labor.
 And her arguments al forceful and straight -sholder.
 It is a notable fact that our first woman congressman specializes on social evils rather thar abstract po- litical questions.
 This woman congressman is at tempting to better conditions for everybody-including boys and men.
 When women see wrongs they never let up until tEey are recti- fled.
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THIS DATE IN HISTORY
One Hundred Years Ago.

One Hundred Years Ago. 1S17-Virginia comrlemorated the 200th anniversary of the dea h of the Indian princess Pocahon- taS.
 Seyenty-five Years Ago. 1S42-Suicide in London of Rt. Hon George Fitz Clarence, Earl of Munster, who was the eldest of the numerous family of the Duke of Clarence, afterwari King William ", and the celebrated acress Mrs, Joc- dan.
 Fifty Years Ago. 1S67-Dr. Rally Clark, who drew up the constitution of the first regularly organized temper ance society in this country, died at Glens Falls, N. Y.
 Twenty-Five Years Ago. 1S92-The strike on tha Canadian Pa cific railroad extended to the Pacific coast.
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SPRING FRESHETS.

Ever since mankind has been sui ficiently intelligent to recognize and appreciate the glorious springtime- probably only matte of some ten or fifteen thousand years-it has likewise been forced to admit that this gladstone period also has it's drawbacks. Chief among the draw backs is that our rivers, creeks and ponds have cultivated the detesta- ble habit of rising in the world.
 Folks who live on high land, or away from the gurgling waters, don't appreciate freshets along with their spring as much as those who abide close at hand, and for that reason look at the gladstone ,springtime from different angle.
 It way it is remarkable that afte.' all these years of civilization we have intensified rather than decreased the perils of spring freshets or floods, In fact, at no time in our national history has there been greater dan ger from floods than at the present time, and all because we have had plenty of hindsight and no foresight, as usual.
 Spring floods are due to natural laws-in which the law of gravita tion is most important. Water from the highlands-which we denuded of trees-rushes to the lowlands, swamps the streams and there we are; sometimes goodly distance from where we began.
 It seems that we are not intereste In our safety until hundreds have been killed and millions destroyed in property. Add the annual flood toll for ten years and the result is hair raising.
 The only way to encompass the flood peril is to do it on a national s scale, in a comprehensive, efficient {. expert manner. All that costs money And how we hate to spend money < that way when there are so many ! other ways that are more spectacs- lar!
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TU BE PREPARED IS TO BE INSURED,
 Do It Now. R. H. M. MILLS & SONS, 3O3-4 Citizens Bank Bldg.

the day when Japan will control the entire celestial kingdom or turn it into protectorate, with Japanese soldiers at every crossroads.
 It was only a year ago that Japan was making harsh demands upo l China, many of which were grantei and some not granted because in the midst of war Great Britain had suf- ficient influence with Japan to in- duce her, to modify some of the de- mands or eliminate them altogether Since then Yuan Shih-kai died, and the most pronounced opponent to Japanese influence in the nation was removed. Japan has had rather smooth sailing ever since.
 What this will mean for the future no one knows. If Japan gets such a hold on China that it can drill it's un- told millions of military material, it will bode ill for western civilization. On the other hand, there is no doubt that the character of the ChinamaI does not make him take kindly to militarism and warfare. He is d peace-loving man and above all wants to be let alone. To make a great military machine of the Chinese na- ton, the Japanese would have to revolutionize character which is a virtual impossibility.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-20

A good treatment for a cold settled in the lungs is HERRICK'S RED PEPPER POROUS PLASTER applied to the chest to draw out inflamma- ton, and BILLIARDS HOREHOUND SYRUP to relax tightness. You get the two remedies for the price of one by buying the dollar size Horehound Syrup; there is a porous plaster free with each bottle. Sold by w. l.. De- woody & Co. cod
 (Advt.)
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BRECKENRIDGE FOR
 DELEGATE AT LARGE

Fort Smith, March 19:-Major c. K. Breckenridge, formerly American am- bassador to Russia, who is now resid- ing in this city, announced today as a candidate for delegate at large to the constitutional convention. Major Breckenridge formerly resided in Jef- ferson county, and still owns large plantation there.
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BUY FARM LANDS HERE.

D. H. Shawl and William Langs- worthy, of Wichita, Kan, who have been here for several days past, have purchased farms in the vicinity of Jeff ferson Springs from the Trentman Land company, and will bring their families here to cultivate the farms.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-20

There is at least one man in the county who isn't worth more dead than alive J. F. Morgan is insured f0r few paltry millions of dollars only. The last batch of polices ne "gnt out" totaled only $2,500,00o, which to J. P. is as much as if some 0f our most respected citizenry were to get out policies amounting to thirty cents.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-20

Women in New York have a right to smoke in public piaces, a judg, ruled. But when they chew they will not be allowed t. spit on the floor or the sidewalk, as gentlemen never do that.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-20

Indignant citizens here and there have called upon cong,essmen to re- sign. A little judgment at the polls wouldn't make so much noise neces- sary I
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One Year Ago in the War.

March 20, 1916-SiXty-five allied air men raided Zeeburgge, on Bel gian coast, doing great dam age; Russians OverpOWere Austrians at Uscieczko, on tho river Dniester, after long siege: German Zeppelin brought down by French automobile gun crew near Revigny.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-20

Short skirts and the European war arc the calse of higher shoe prices, manufacturers say. When the skirts are lower and the war over there will still be the allegrd shortage of leather to blame it on.
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CHINA AND JAPAN.

A most interesting development Is
 taking place in Asia. While tn } European powers are busy among themselves, the Japanese are acquir- ipg Tremendous influence in Clina, 0yidently laying the .cundation for
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-20

The British now are blaming all kinds of mistakes on Earl Kitchener. Dead men tell no tal4S
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-20

Anyone wishing to buy or sell Jefferson county script. call on Chas. Veil Supply t.o. b
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1917-03-20

Since the call published few days ago in the morning paper, soliciting me to become a candidate for dele gate to the constitutional convention, from this county, have been consid- ering my reply. Deeply appreciative of this unso- licited compliment by ny fellow citi- zens, I have decided to obey the call In thus yielding to the behest of my friends, l have no personal ambiticn to subserve. I shall always cherish the sentiment which prompted the solicitations made by men among whom have so long lived and who have had opportunity to know me best. If honored by the nomination l shall SO conduct myself with relation to this high office, that my friends will have no cause to regret their choice.
 Respectfully,
 THOS M. HOOKER.
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team, born at Richmond, Va, 9 years ago today.
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COmmendatiOn for Lee.

The committee sent the following letter to Elisha Lee, chairman of the conference committee of the railways:
 "We are in receipt of your favor of this date, placing in our hands for im- mediate adjustment the matter of the differences between your committee and the railroad brotherhoods.
 "We have brought this letter before the brotherhoods with the statement that in our judgment it was advisable to put into effect the provisions of the Adamson law, whether it be held valid or otherwise. This was agree able to them. Thus by your action, urged thereto by the highest reasons of national concern, you have avoided a national calamity.
 We would be delinquent in a true sense of gratitude if we failed to ex- press our sincerest appreciation of the action you have taken. We trust that it promises long period of hearty CO., operation between the railway man. agement and their employees"
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RAILROAD WORLD ID ENJOY LONG
 PEACE1.PERlOD

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mittee. Thus action proceeded, as the letter of the railway managers states, from desire to demonstrate to the country that the railroads would not allow their own conception of railroad policy to stand in the way of the full est use of the roads at time of se- were national strain. The committee considered the matter and decided that, in view of the action of congress in passing the Adamson law and the necessity for immediate action, that it was best to adopt at once the memo randum agreement Of the previous day as applicable under all conditions. Then the provisions of the eight-hour law, by agreement between the roads and the men, became the basis of the settlement and whether the supreme cour tholds for the validity of the law or against it there will be no strike. (Signed)
 FRANKLIN K. LANE,
 "W. B. WILSON,
 "DANIEL WILLARD.
 SAMUEL GOMPERS."
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ANNOUNCEMENT
for Delegate to Constitutional Convention.

To Those Citizens Who Have, Peti-
 toned Me to Become Candidate for Delegate to tho Constitutional
 Convention.
 Gentlemen: According to my views, the participation in the framing of the organic law of our state to be sub mitted to the people for ratification, is a service so serious and responsi ble as to render campaign or a con- test for membership in the conven- tion unbecoming, and I am sure yot agree that our delegates should be selected through the thoughtful, quie: and deliberate action of the people.
 I was not a seeker for the place and in the absence of your petition I should not, of my own motion, have aspired to become member of tn: convention; yet. at the same time, believe it to be an honor which any citizen might we'll afford to covet' notwithstanding the personal sacri. flee involved.
 In obedience to your request and assuring you of my desire to render any service to my state and county of which my fellow citizens may think mo capable, I shall have my name placed on the ballot .in the primary ordered by the Democratic party, to which I claim allegiance; and if l should be selected as one of the nomi- nees from Jefferson county I shall comply with the requirements of the law prescribed for candidates ill the general election.
 The confidence you manifest in me by your petition calls from my heart the deepest sentiments of gratitude and appreciation.
 Yours respectfully,
 DANIEL TAYLOR.
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Tho Graphic gradly publishes free or charge notices for churches, socie- tles. fraternal organizations and clubs when the events are not intended as mouey-makers. If there is attempt at proflt-taking, notices of the events are advertisements. and will be caa-ged for accordingly.
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The Progressive Culture Gu
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MATRIMONIAL.

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the ceremony, after which the bril-
dial couple will leave for trip of
several weeks. On their return
they will make their home with the
bridegroom's parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
James H. Thompson, on the Lexing-
ton pike, near Paris.
A number of pre-nuptial affairs
are being planned in honor of the
young couple. Miss Rosetta March
will entertain in their honor with a
dinner-dance at her home on South
Broadway, in Lexington, Saturday
evening.
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KEMP-PARRISH.

The marriage of Mr.. v. J..
Parrish, of Clintonville, to Miss
Anna Kemp, of Lexington, will be
solemnized tomorrow afternoon, at
four O'Clock, at the home of the
brides mother, Mrs. Jessie Kemp,
on South Upper street. Rev. Mark
Coils will be the officiating minis.
ter, and only the most intimate
intimate friends will be present.
Miss Sadie Parrish, of Clinton
vile, sister of the groom, who is
teaching at Winchester, will be
maid of honor, and Mr.. Overton
Kemp, brother of the groom, will be
best man. After the ceremony the
bridal pair will leave for a short
trip, and will make their home tenn
porarily with Mrs. Kemp, before 60
ing to housekeeping.
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CHENAULT-THOMPSON.

CHENAULT THOMPSON.
Beautifully engraved invita-
lions to the coming wedding of Miss
Sarah Chenault, of Lexington, to
Mr.. James w. Thompson, of near
Paris, have been issued. The we'd
ding is announced to take place at
the home of the brides parents,
Mr. and Mrs. Overton Chenault, on
Ashland avenue, in Lexington, on
Saturday, December 8, at o'clock.
The invitations are worded as fol-
lows:
"Mr. and Mrs. Overton Chenault
request the pleasure of your COM
pany at the marriage of their
daughter, Sarah, to Mr.. James Will
liam Thompson, on Saturday, the
eighth of December, one thousand
nine hundred and seventeen, at six
o'clock in evening, Ashland Ave-
nue., South Lexington, Kentucky"
Mr.. Thompson is son Of Mr.. and
Mrs. James H. Thompson, of near
Paris, and one of the cOunty's most
promising young men. His promis-
ed bride is one of Lexington's most
charming and cultured young wo-
men, and a social favorite in Cen
trail Kentucky.
The wedding is to be one of the
most beautiful society events of the
winter, but it is to be quiet home
fair, with only. members Of the two
families and most intimate friends
present DR.. ]. w. Porter, of Lex
ington, will officiate, and the at
tendants will be the maid of honor,
the brides sister, Miss Talitha
Chenau1t; the best man, Mr.. Angus
tus Gay; the bridesmaids, Misses
Emma w. Upperman, Of San Anto-
Mo, Texas. and Mary James John
son, of Memphis. Tenn. The grooms-
men will be Messrs. 10. Davis, Of
Paris, and Mr.. Gayle Alexander, Of
Lexington. A reception will follow
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, DEATHS. .
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JONES.

JONES.
Mr.. John B. Jones, aged sixty
three years, died Saturday morning
at three o'clock at the home of his
cousin, Mrs. Thomas L. Best, in
Maysville, after a short illness of
pneumonia. Mr.. Jones has made
his home in the Washington neigh
borhood for several years, but was
brought to the home of Mrs. Best
a few days before his death. He is
survived by one brother, Mr.. Geo.
Jones, of Paris. The funeral was
held yesterday at the home of Mrs.
Best, the burial following in the
Maysville Cemetery.
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The sun-dried cuttlensh or devil
fish of the Greek coast with suck
ers intact look like a football. The
shredded part is more tempting than
the tentacles.
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1t must be relief to New York
to flop back into the Tammany
fold. Keeping up a pretense of viz
tue is extremely wearing on the