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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
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STATE OF WISCONSIN


OFFICE or THE CITY CLERK
VfRoQuA. Wis. March ~. 1917.
NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE EN-
~ suing election to be held Tuesday. Apr 3.
1917 at which are to elected the following officers.
to-wt:
A Justice of the Supreme Court to succeed Rou-
jet ID Marshall whose term Of Office expires the
first Monday Of January 1915.
A Superintendent of Schools to succeed Charles
7. Cary. whose term expires the first Monday Of
July 1917
A Justice # the Peace to succeed Seneca r.
Pollard. ,ose term expires the first day Of May.
1917.
A Constable TO succeed James Sherricl. whose
term expires the first Of May 1917
A Justice Of the Peace TO succeed W. Z. Butt
whose term expires the first of May. lel7.
A Supervisor in the First ward in place Of Isaac
S. Hamilton whoee term will expire the FIRST Of
May 1917.
An Alderman in the First ward TO succeed Til
Tuesday Of April, 1917.
An Alderman in the First ward to succeed J. o..
Anderson. whose term expires the third Tuesday
Of April 1917. Short term
An Alderman in the Second ward to succeed
Martin D. Larson. whose term expires the third
Tuesday nj April. 1912.
A Supervisor in the Second ward to succeed
Edward W, Hazen, whose term expires the first
day OF May. 1917
An Alderman in the Third ward to succeed ST.
of April 1917.
Supervisor in the Third ward to succeed L. s.
Goodell, whose term expires the first day of May.
1917.
Polling places for First and Third wards in the
council chamber; Second ward in Larson Bros.
building. one door north Of the Marble works.
Polls OF said election will he open at O'Clock III
the forenoon and close = $50 in the evening
The same election officers viii serve who served
at the last gens raj election.
II
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
An Invitation

Luther NJ. Roseland, dealer in all
kinds Of lumber and building mater
falls. and Henry Wise, his hustling
yardmaster, invite all who are con-
templating building or repairing "a
come in ard get prices on good dry
lumber, flesh cement, lime, plaster.
brick, building and silO tile, roofing,
oil. whitehead. barn paint, etc.
Come in and have your house, barn
shed and repairing bills figured. Plan
and specifications free. Prices will be
right. and the stock is first-class. At
]. w. Thayer's old stand. Phone 336.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
Carroll Glee Club Coming

The glee club and orchestra of Car
roll college of Waukesha, Wisconsin,
under the direction of Mr.. Burleigh
Jacobs, former soloist of the Univer-
sity of Michigan glee club, will give
concert in the Congregational church
Friday, April 2 This is the first time
Carroll club has ever visited Viro-
qua. A well selected vocal and or
chestra program will be given. Nd,
rnissinn 2n
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
Spring Is Here

Last night at 1898, the sun crossed
the equator and the days ard nights
became equal in length. Theoretical
ly, then. today is the first day 0fspring.
We trust it will be more than theory.
The memory of five solid months Of
winter. probably the most severe sea
son IN the history of the weather de-
partment, gives US a thrill and chill.
From bursted water pipes, burnt-out
furnaces, empty coal bins, depleted
pocketbooks, billiards. 30-below, and
Interrupted train service, . Lord
vouchsafe for US an early and com
plete deliveranCe.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
Announcement

To the voters of Vernon county: In
view of the fact that the incumbent
of the Office Of County superintendent
Mr.. Gardner, will not be a candidate
for reelection, and ia consideration OF
the splendid endorsement received foul
years ago, once more announce my
candidacy for the Office OF Superintend
ent of Schools of Vernon county
Your support is earnestly solicited
at the polls April 3. 1917.
Yours very truly
HENRY IINKE
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
First publication March z, 1872
DDnnAuEr NOTICE


PROBATE NOTICE
Notice for Administration and Notice 10 Creditors
CTATE OF WISCONSIN. COUNTY COURT.
- Vernon County-In Probate.
In re estate of Alice Mills. deceased.
Notice is hereby given, that at the regular term
of said court TO be held on the first Tuesday Of
April A. d. 1917. at the court house in the city Of
Viroqua, county of Vernon and state Of Wiscon-
sin, there will be heard and considered the ap-
plication of James Z. Mills for the appointment
Of an administrator Of the estate Of Alice Mills
late Of the town of Franklin in said county. de
ceased.
Notice il hereby further given. that at the reg
MAR term Of said court to be held at said court
house on the first Tuesday Of August A ID. 1917,
there will be heard, considered and adjusted. all
claims against said Alice Mills deceased:
And notice is hereby further given. that all
such claims for examination and allowance must
be- presented 10 said county court at the court
house in the city Of Viroqua. in said county and
state on or before the 10th day Of July. A. d.
1911 or be barred.
Dated March 9Th. 1917.
b. the court, D. o Mahoney. County Judge.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
Live Stock Shining

The Farmers Cooperative Company
will receive cattle and hogs at the
Southeastern yards at Viroqua, Mon.
day March Is. and [ Chaseburg,
Tuesday, March the 9th II you
are satisfied with market prices at all
times, ship with Us. II. A. HoFF.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
ro,un nr rRAnKLIN cAncns

NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN THAT eau
~ Gus will be held az town hall in Franklin.
Vernon county. Wisconsin on Friday. March %
purpose Of nominating candidates for the various
offices of said town 70 be elected at the regular
town meeting. April 3rd. 1917:
Dated March "a 1917. WARREN Fish
GEORGE ZTTzNER
CHAs. S. HOEAEER
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
Program Star Theatre

Thursday, 'Half Million Bride, "
Metro play
Friday, Sequel to the Diamond
From the Sky"
Monday. THE Thoroughbred, Frank
keenan, Comedy, The French Milf
ner, Fay Tincher.
Tuesday, Liberty" and comics.
Wednesday. "a Woman's Way
Brady Made with Carlyle Blackwell
and Ethel Clayton.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
First publication March Ia. 1878
PROBATE NOTICE,

Notice OF application for final settlement
VERNON COUNTY COURT - IN PROBATE.
State of Wisconsin. County Of Vernon.
In the matter of the estate Of MART hikkel-
son, deceased.
On reading and filing application Of H. T. Proctor.
executor, representing among other things that
he has fully administered the said estate. and
praying that a time and place be fixed for
examining and allowing his account Of his Hd.
ministration. and that the residue of the said
estate be assigned to such persons rs are by
law entitled TO the same.
1t is ordered, that said application be heard be.
fore this court at general term thereof 70 be held
at the probate Office in the city Of Viroquaon the
3rd day of April A. d. 1917. at 10 o'clock am
And it is further ordered That notice of the
time and place of examining and allowing SAID
account and of assigning the residue Of said es-
tate be given to all persons interested by pub
fishing copy of this order for three weeks sue
cessivey in THE VERNON COUNTY CENSOR. a news
paper published in said county. before the day
fixed for said hearing.
Dated this 18th day Of March. A ID. 1917
By the court ID. 0. MAHoNEY. County Judge.
Proctor & Proctor for Estate.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
Millinery Opening

You are cordially invited to attend
my spring millinery opening and in
spect the fine line of goods just re-
ceived. Friday and Saturday of this
week. Mrs. L. G. NORRIS.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
|. o. O. r. PARTY

A 900" party will be given at the
Odd Fellows hall, Saturday night,
March "A, to which all Odd Fellows
and Rebeccas are most cordially in
vited. BY Order of Committee.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
Can Best Serve You Row

| am prepared to oil harness at 81. so
per set. Have it dcne before the
spring work opens.
J. U. FAVOR, Viroqua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
FIRST publication March "A. lal73
PROBATE NOTICE

Notice to prove viii and notice 10 creditors
CTATE OF ISCONSIN--C0UHTY COURT
- Vernon county-In probate.
In re estate of ThorvaI Olson deceased.
Notice is hereby given. that at the special tern
Of said court be held the second Tuesday being
the 10th day of April A. ID. 1911, at the court
house in the city of Niroqua. county OF Vernon,
state Of Wisconsin there will be heard and con
sidered the application Of Olaf Olson. to admit &;
probate the last viii and testament Of Thorya
Olson, late of the town of Clinton in said county
deceased, and for the appointment Of an exc
cutor Tor. administrator with will anneSeoj;
Notice is hereby further given that at the spe
cial term of said court to be held at said cour1
house on the third Tuesday being the 18th da'
Of July A. D. 1877 there will be heard. con
sidered and adjusted all claims against saic
Tharval Olson, deceased.
And notice is hereby further given that Gil suef
claims for examination and allowance must bt
presented to said county court at the court hous'
in the city of Viroqua in said county and state
on or before the fifteenth day Of July, A. D. 1917
or be barred.
Dated March To- 1917.
BY the Court. D. o. MAHoNEY County Judge.
T. p. Abel, Sparta Wis, Attorney
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
NOTICE

E. H. DeGaris, painter and paper
hanger, has commenced his spring
work. All orders promptly attended
to. Phone 355. 9-4w'
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
THE HAUGE's CHURCH
Sunday Services in West Prairie at II a. m
and in ImmAnuels at 8 D. m.
CHRISTIAN CHURCH


Sunday. Services in West Prairie at II a. M
and in Immanuels at D. m.
CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Bible school at 1000 a. m. preaching service at
u 90 a. m. topic Of sermon The Value of an
Ideal" Young peoples meeting 80 y. m Topic
The Saloon the Foe 70 Society" Preaching SER
vice 10. Sermon The Folly Of Neglect" Thurs
day 80 m. bible study and prayer meeting.
Friday ladies' aid at the church All ladies Of
the church congregation are asked to be at the
church by $50 .. m Important business TO be
considered.
The contest between the adult classes is Great
ing great interest
UNITED LUTHERAN CHURCH
Services and communion in the Kiekapoo church
next Sunday March 18th
SYNOD CHURCH
Services in viroqua at 1890. West Coon Prairie
at230
sIRoQUA CIRCUIT
Sunday: Liberty Pole II. BrOokyille g. Spring
vile 7;t5.
METHODIST CHURCH
Sunday school TO- Prof r. l.. Heindel. Supt.
Public worship II and 30. Epworth League $50.
Minnie Iatta President. Midweek service Thurs
day 7.30-
Foreign missionary society Of 81. f. church will
hold their thank offering Wednesday. March 2e.
A large attendance is desired
Bad AK aid society will be entertained by Miss
Sine Foss March -
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE Brown Leghorn eggs
for Matching, 81 per 100, 75c for Is.
Phone or address Mrs. p. H. Melvin,
LaFarge, Wis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

WANTED:-Salesmen. Active men to
sell stock in Wisconsin, of an estab-
lished automobile company. Liberal
paid VIII stand the closest
investigation. Write or call 932 First
National Bank Building, Milwaukee.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

On Thursday, at the old Martin
Krokom place, q miles north OF ESQ
fea. commencing at l O'Clock, Lars
Torkelson will sell six head of cattle,
farm tools and all household furniture.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE---l42 acre farm "a miles
southwest Of Viroqus, ia under culti-
walton, balance fine timber, buildings
of all kinds and in fine shape, Wind
mill and cistern. See Edison Roach
owner, Viroqus, ~, or j. E. Shreye. Aft
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

CONCREGATIONAL

Sunday school at 10 n m; preaching service at
II p. theme. Heverthe ess"-A Lenten Medi-
tation Boy Scouts on Friday evening.
The Ladies' aid society will BIZ entertained in
the church parlorB on Thursday afternoon the 22nd
by committee No. IL A large attendance is de-
sired
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE Matching eggs from
100. Eggs from females of 200-egg
strain, mated to males of same record
stock, 81 per Is Clayton Wheeler,
Viroqua, II. I. IL If
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE NY farm containing 40
acres of land, q. miles northwest of
Viroqua. Good house, basement barn
40xS0, tobacco shed l32 feet long, corn
crib hog houses and all other out
buildings, good well;farm well fenced.
Will sell with or without stock and
machinery. Easy terms. Joseph Bu-
chanan, Viroqua. Soft
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
For Rent
Manfri

For RENT-A house 10 south part
oftowu. Inquire of win Best, Viroqua.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
AUCTION SALES

The sale which Peter Thompson had
to be held at his place in
Bristow last Friday, was postponed on
account of bad weather, and will be
held Friday of this week.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

FOR SALE Eggs for setting, from
Single Comb Rhode Island Reds, good
laying strain. 75c per setting of Is.
Inquire at Sunnyside Poultry Farm,
Geo. Wheeler, proprietor, Viroqua,
Wis 7-tf
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
Short News Stories of Interest

Comngs ongs Dongs
and Vicinity
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE-Black mare 5-years old,
weight 1850, true and sound, price
Sl25; bay pony mare IL years old, in
foal, s35; high wheel wagon SIS, bug
gy with pole complete $40. Will trade
for fresh cows. Call at Viroqua barn.
0. S. Olson, Viroqua. lift
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21
A JUDICIAL ELECTION
Notice of Judicial. State and Coun-
~ Superintendent of Schools
Election
STATE OF WISCONSIN,

STATE OF WISCONSIN,
Department of Staae -
NOTICE is HEREBY GIVEN THAT AT AN
~ election TO be held in the several towns viii
lagos and election precincts on the first Tuesday
OF April. A. ID. 1917. being the third day of said
month, the following officers are to be elected
A Justice Of the Supreme Court to succeed
Roujet d. Marshall whose term expires the first
Monday in January, 1878
A State Superintendent Of Schools, to succeed
Charles p Cary. whose term expires the frst Mon
day in July. 1917.
required by law to be elected at such election.
A County Superintendent of Schools for each
superintendent district IN the state
Said election to be held and conducted, votes
csnvassed snd returns made according TO law.
Given under my hand aud official seal at the
Capitol in the City Of Madison. this list day Of
March. A. d. 1917.
MERLIN Hull, Secretary of State.
THE STATE OF WISCONSIN
County Of Vernon -
l. Berlie Moore. clerk of the said county Of YER
nop do hereby certify that the foregoing is true
copy of Judicial election notice served upon me
by the secretary Of the state Of Wisconsin. and
now on file in my Office
Dated this 7th day OF March A. d 1917
BERLlE MOORE. County Clerk.
THE STATE OF WISCONSIN
County of Vernon 90
To the city town and village clerks of the sew
erai cities. towns and villages Of Vernon county.
At judicial election to be held in the several
towns. villages and wards and election districts in
this county on the first Tuesday of April A. ID.
ing officers designated IN the foregoing notice from
the secretary of state, are 90 be elected to-wit:
A Justice Of the SNpreme Court. to succeed
Roujet u. Marshall whose term expires the FIRST
Monday in January. lslS
A State Superintendent of Schools. 20 succeed
Charles p. Cary. whose term expires the first
Monday in July. 1917.
a County Superintendent Of Schools 10 succeed
Henry L. Gardner. whose term of Office will exDirs
the first Monday of July, 1917.
Said election 70 be held and conducted. votes
canvs ssed and returns made according to lew.
Given under my hand and official seal in 40 city
of Viroaua the eth day of March. d 1917.
BERIdE hooas County Clerk
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE-ChoiceR Rose Comb White
Wyandotte cockerels, 81 each. w. |.
Clawater Liberty Pole.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

Ramona" coming.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE "A few good Rambouil-
let sheep. See G. B. Fisher. l2-1w
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

Insure with John Dawson q Co.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE 100 cords of good dry
wood to deliver on short notice. G.
B. Fisher 12-1w
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE-Two good 5-year-old mare
mules, two of the best in the county,
gentle and well-broke. weight 2l70.
Inquire of Peter Fortney. S-tf
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE Three Registered Per-
cheron stations. For particulars adj
dress J. ID. Howarth, De Soto, Wis. ll-3
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE One OF the best located
100 acre farms in La Crosse county
just outside city limits Of La Crosse on
macadam road, 20 acres under cuiti-
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE Two standard bred Ply.
mouth Rock roosters 81. so each, 3 pair
of Indian Runner ducks. Also one
pure bred Guernsey bull, a great
grandson of Dolly Dimple, and pure
bredGuernsey bull calves, 3 months old.
Beck's Guernsey Farm, Viroqua. l2-2w
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

For SALE OR REM Three farms.
2S0 acres, 100 acres, 100 acres, lots of
good tobacco land and plenty of shed
room, or viii trade for city or village
property. Rasmus Johnson West Prai-
rie, Route /. I2-2w*
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1917-03-21

with basement and large new base
ment barn, granary, and all other
buildings needed. Plenty of good
water. This farm will be sold at
bargain If taken soon. For other par
ticulars write or see Thos. Pierce,
owner Westby, Wis. II If
The Alaska citizen., 1917-10-01
AMERICAN BANKS GROUND IN DITAROD COUNTRY MAY
 HELP OUT ITS DEPOSIT0RS

Confirming a report previously received i'll Fairbanks Joseph II. Smith. the well known Fairbanks and ldlarod business man. told representative o The Citizen last night that the Moore creek property of the detunct American Bank of Alaska will undoubtedly prove to be o value and probably in the very future at that The report pre- 1iosy received and published the effect that good pav had been struck Moore creek, i'll the kuskokw1m co1utry and that the country that creek held under mortgage by the American Bank, might eventually produce enough revenue pay off the creditors of the now de Iunct institution.
 Mr. smith stated last night that he is practically cer
 n that the ground held by the bank contains pay Good prospects have been found claims both above and below ground in question, and the mining men Of the lower river .utry who have investigated the proposition
 unousy of the opinion that the bank property contain equally as good if not better prospects.
 Nr Smith himself is the owner of the claim winch ad uns the bark property the downstream end. He pros Hectcl his ground during the past and says that from the results secured certain turn out to be Nalu able dredging property. In common with other mining men of the Iarod region, he therefore thinks that the anc pavstrcak through the claims owned by the American Bank in view of the fact that better pay than he found his ground has been located the claim which adjoins the bank property the upper end.
 The bank also a number of interests further up he creek but they believed be very valuable.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-10-01
GERMANS SEEK
 LASTING PEACE
,A.s,ci,ta1 pra,s,

kASSOCldtel freSS)
 AMSTERDAM, Sept 26.-The Ger man reply to the peace proposals made by Pope Benedict has just been formulated and declares that the German people desire peace with honor. Th reply states that the people of Germany greet with spe- cial approval and sympathy the lead ing idea in the pope's message in which the pope expresses the con viCtion that in the future military power and arms be superseded by the moral power of right
 The willingness of the government. as the representative of the German people, to accept the proposals proves how earnestly Germany desires to find a practical basis for a just and lasting peace, according to the re ply. The message also says that Germany fully recognizes the peace producing effect of a tribunal of arbitration to settle international diff ferences.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-10-01
MANY PEOPLE
 ARE LEAVING
 SLAV CAPITAL
(ASSociated PreSS)

PETROGRAD, Sept. %. Although there are no signs of a panic among the people of this city and all in dications point to a return of confidence in the kerensky government the partial evac- uation of Petrograd IS pro regardless of whether or not the government IS transferred to Moscow.
 Announcement that the government would probably move to the ancient capital of Moscow to escape the machinations of the undesir- able element was made a few weeks ago. Since the col lapse of the korniloff revolt this step has been abandoned, but a partial evacuation of the city is still proceeding in spite of this.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-10-01
CLOTHING IS
 HIGH IN ROME

ROME, Sept. 10.-While womens clothes have doubled in price, the wage paid dressmakers' employees still remains about 60 cents day. The exploitation of women workers in Italy is being discussed in con- nection with the recent strike of Paris midinettes. Romes two most fashionable establishments, despite ther war prices, continue to pay their sewing girls at this rate, with three months layoff in summer As it is impossible for these girls and young women to buy food on such wages, many of them have turned to work as house maids, where at least they get their food.
 One of the chief difficulties of working women at present is to get shoes, for which they now have to pay s4 a pair for the quality that before the war cost them s1.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-10-01
SIAM IS NOW
 CHlNA'S ALLY

PEKIN, Sept 25.-Announcement of Slams declaration of war against Germany is regarded by Chinese of fcials, especially those familiar with international politics in the Far East. as step which may well result in the esta ablishment of diplomatic rela- tions between China and Siam
 Siam has steadfastly refused to exchange ministers with China. But with these two nations as allies, they will be thrown together m the peace conference in such way that they might be expected to agree to the permanent establishment of diplo- matic relations.
 China has at least two million subjects in Siam. They are among the leading business men of that country. Consequently the Chinese government is especially anxious to have diplomatic relations between the two governments.
 Three Jack London stories for
The Alaska citizen., 1917-10-01
END OF NAVY
 YARD STRIKE
 NOT IN SIGHT
lAssnctated prnsst

WASHINGTON, D. C., Sept. 2O.-The Norfolk navy yard is still tied up as the re suit of the strike of its three thousand mechanics last Mon day. The men walked out because they refused to work at the present wages and be cause they were impatient at the delay of the navy depart ment to formulate a new and higher wage scale.
 Today the navy depart ment, through the heads of the local unions, advised the men to return to their work pending negotiations to ad- just their differences. This they have thus far refused to do.