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Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01

boy OF twenty and as full Of vigor. vim
anu Ntallty as young man; In fact,
young man he really was notwithstand-
ing his age. The secret, ne sad, was
taking organic iron-Nuxate. Iron. had fn-
ed him with renewed life At thirty
he was in bad health, at forty-six
ne was careworn ana nearly all in.
Now at htty, after taking Nuxated Iron,
ing with the buoyancy OF youth Iron Is
absolutely necessary 70 enable your
blood 20 change your food into living tissue.
Without IL, no matter how much or what
you eat, your food merely passes through
you without doing you any good You
don't get the strength out Of II, and as a
consequence you become weak, pale and
siekly looking, Just like q plant trying
to grow In soil deficient in iron.
DR. Schuyler c. Jaques, Visiting Surgeon
OF St. Elizabeths Hospital. New York
City, said: II have never before given
out any medical information or advice
for publication, as ordinarily do not believe
in It. But In the case Of Nuxated Iron feel
! would be remiss in my duty not 70 mention
II. 7 have taken Il myself and given IL 70
my patients with most surprising aud salts
factory results. And those who wish quickly
to increase their strength. power and endur-
ence will find it a most remarkable and won.
derfully effective remedy
NOTE--Nuxated Iron. which was used by
Senator Mason with such surprising results and
which is prescribed and recommended above
by physicians in such great variety Of cases
Is not a patent medicine Mr. secret remedy,
but one which is well known TO druggists
and whose iron constituents are widely pre-
scribed by eminent physicians both In Eu-
ganic iron products il is easily as
simulated, does not injure the teeth,
make them black nor upset the stomach; on
the contrary, il is most potent remedy in
for nervous, rundown conditions. The manu-
facturers have such great confidence in
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01

Senator Masons statement in regard TO
Nuxated Iron was shown TO several ph!sl-
clans who were requested TO give their cpin'
Dr. Howard James. late Of The Menhatton
state Hospital Of New York. and formerly
Assistant Physician. Brooklyn state Hos
Senator Mason is TO be commended
on handing out this statement on NuX
Ated Iron for public print There are
! thousands Of men and women who need
strength and blood builder, but do
not know what 20 take There is moth
/ 10 give increased strength, snap, vigor,
and staying power. II enriehes the
blood. brings roses to the checks Of
women and Is an unfailing source Of re-
newed vitality. endurance and power for
men who burn up too rapidly Their
nervous energy in the strenuous strain Of
the great business competition OF the
day."
Kerr. Of the City Of Chicago, says; u have
taken NuXated Iron myself and experienced
It's health. giving and strength-buildng ef-
feet, and In the interest OF public welfare
7 feel IL my duty to make known the re-
suits Of its use. am well past my three
score yeara, and want 10 say that believe
my own great physical activity is largely
due today 60 my personal use Of NuNated
Iron. From my own experience with Nux'
ated Iron feel 1t is such valuable remedy
and prescribed by every physician in this
country"
DR.. T. sauer, a Boston physician who ha,
studied abroad in great European medical
| As I have said hundred times over organic
iron Is thu greatest Of all strength builders
mot long ago man came 20 me who
was nearly half century old and asked
/ ton for life insurance ] was astonished
] 20 find him with the blood pressure Of =
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
AT THE VICTORIA.

Charlotte Walker in "sloth' is the
chief attraction at the Victoria Thea
ire today for tho last time. "Sloth"
which represents one Of "the Seven
Deadly Sins" is nevertheless a COM
pleie story in itself and drives home
'apatrlotic message than which few
IL any excel in realism and should be
seen by patriotic Wilmingtonians
Miss Walker is supported by an ex-
cellent cast and the settings amidst
Which she portrays her role are ex-
ceedingly beautiful. Tomorrow and
for the remainder OF the week Doro-
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
CHICAGO BAKERS STRIKE:
MAY Be German PLOT
sy The United Press.

6y The United Press.
CHICAGO, May Federal author
tiles today began a rigid investiga-
ton into charges that the bakers
strike which has practically tied up
the city's entire bread supply. is the
result of pro German plotting
Immediately upon receipts Of or
ders from Washington, United States
District Attorney Charles F. Clyne
assigned several special investigators
to the case and union leaders were
being questioned today.
1t is known that union leaders at
Washington signed a statement pledg-
ing themselves not to embarrass the
government by strikes during the war
but the striking bakers here assert
that the pledge was made "over their
heads" President Gompers. OF the
American Federation Of Labor, will
arrive here shortly to attempt to end
the strike
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
These Women Have Solved
the Problem Of Reducing
Expenses

According to Mrs. John McDermott
Of 1884 Mountain St. Phila.. Pa. who
is the mother Of three-year-old Fran
els the best way to reduce the cost OF
living is by keeping healthy. Mrs
McDermott saws that Father Johns
Medicine has saved Der many doctors
bills and has kept her baby ana the
members Of her family well and
strong
Many other mothers have found
Father Johns Medic ne the safest and
best family remedy because 1t builds
new flesh and strength, soothes the
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01

From the Congressional Directory pub
lished by the United States Government
-L"w William +. Mason, Senator from
Illinois. was elected to the 50th Congress
In 1887. to the 51st Congress in 1891
defeated for the SIND Congress 1892
Elected Senator to the 55th Congress
1897 to 1903"
Senator Mason is now Congressman
from the State Of Illinois
Senator Mason's championship Of Pure
Food and Drugs legislation his fight for
the rural FREQ delivery system, and his
strong advocacy Of all bills favoring labor
and the rights Of the masses as against
trusts and combines make him a national
figure at Washington and endoared him
10 the hearts OF the working man and
the great masses Of people throughout
the United States. Senator Mason has
the distinction of being one Of the really
big men Of the nation. His strong en-
dorsement Of Nuxated Iron must con.
vince any intelligent thinking reader
that 10 must be a preparation Of very
great merit and one which the Senator
feels Is bound TO be Of great value to tho
masses % people everywhere otherwise
he could not afford to lend his name 20
il especially after his strong advocacy
OF pure food and drugs legislation.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01

Pauline Frederick opened a three
days engagement yesterday at the
Queen, and her work in "Sapho" is
truly wonderful. Much was expected
Of Miss Frederick with such role
and none Of the large audiences at the
various performances were disappoint-
ed. Her work in this picture will LONG
be pointed out as one Of the suresi
examples OF the truly wonderful con-
troll which Miss Frederick has over the
audience when appealing to them
merely through the shadow. The added
attraction shown here was the ninth
chapter Of the Secret Kingdom, "The
Swamp Adder"
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
RUsINEss MEN AT DINNER.

H. J. Berlet, president OF the Wal
nut street Business Mems Associa.
ton, Philadelphia, delivered an ad.
dress before the Chamber OF Com.
merce at It's luncheon today on How
10 Attract Retail Business" His ad.
dress was an explanation OF the 90.
jects, organization and methods Of his
association.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01

experts. and, secondly. public meet
ing Of property-owners. have been
held and the entire matter carefully
considered.
The expert appraisers who have
beon engaged were recommended by
tho department OF the city solicitor. OF
Philadelphia, which recommended
them because Of their excellent work
and results in Cleveland, New York
Philadelphia and a number OF tho
larger cities in the east and middle
west.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
AcCusEn OF MATCH LARCENY.

Police Oficer Bradford today ar
rested two men, both charged with
the larceny OF watches. The accused
who were arrested on separate
charges, are Ralph Bridges. colored
and George e. Harris. The latter is
alleged to have grabbed the watch
from the hands Of another man and
run off. but was Later caught.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
TO PNST SPEEn MAnNING.

The Levy Court today authorized
the committee ON bridges 90 have no
tees painted and posted at the ap-
proaches TO all bridges in the county.
calling attention to the law passed by
the last General Assembly, stipulat-
ing a speed Of six miles an hour or
less over all bridges
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
Carpenters WORK TODAY
DISPITE STRIKE THREAT

Although this was the day set by
union carpenters Of the city to strike
for a 55 cent an hour 8 hour day, the
workers did not strike. The masters
having thus far refused to grant the in
crease the workers will meet tomor-
row night to determine their course.
The men now get As and so cents an
hour
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
DANCING IA sHELLPOT.

There will be dancing each Wednes-
day and saturday evening at Shellpot
Park from now until May 10, when the
park opens. After that time there will
be dancing each evening except Sunday.
Shellpot Park claims the largest dane
ing floor in the State. Bird & Edwards
Orchestra furnishes the music.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
AlIen's Foot.Ease for the Troops,

The nntisepuc powder TO be shaken into the
shoes or used in the foot bath. Young men
In every community are using Allen s Foot
Ease IN their drills for Military Prepared
ness Used bv the Allied. French and Eng
lish troops because IL rests the feet, takes
the friction from tho shoe and makes walk
ing easy DO not suffer from tender. tired,
aching feet Sold by Drug and Department!
Stores everywhere csc. For FREE trial
package. address Allen s. olmsted, 10 Roy,
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
AT THE MAJESTIC.

A cleverly devised story and an
ideal vehicle for Marguerite Clark are
two Of the most important features
IN "The Valentine Girl" tho attrac-
ton at the Majestic which had its
first showing yesterday. and is booked
TO show again today and tomorrow
Much of the pictures charm is due to
Marguerite Clark's ability to play the
part of child OF -. Incidentally
Miss Clark is a revelation in each new
role she attempts. AS a little girl in
socks and bobbed hair with a big bow
on the side she is the incarnation OF
childishness.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
SPECIAL TO PHYSICIANS Il

SPECIAL TO PHYSICIANS Door when
youthful OLE
OF dHcdoed teeth
0 again
o SUI
IT.
Houses o
and
physicians direct the tablets
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01

The big employers of labor are calling
you look in the Want Columns and be
convinced. ADV,
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
tMENprSwUNDtwut ENAFNN
NJ STOMACHH1oSsSI!.
ONE Q gsls

Gen Stones, Cancer and Ulcers OF the
stomach and 1ntestines. Auto-Intoxi-
ration, Yellow Jaundice, Acute Indiges-
ton, Appendicitis. Gastritis and other
fatal ailments result from Stomach
Trouble. Thousands OF Stomach Suf-
ferers owe their complete recovery 20
Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. Unlike any
pther for Stomach Ailments. For sale
BY ]. NJ Eckerd, the Miller Drug Store.
\. B. Danforth, and druggists every
where.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01

it has done him a world OF good. I
have given Father Johns Medicine to
my little girl. too, and it built her up"
(Signed) Mrs. William Lee. Is Mon
mouth street. Lawrence. Mass Best
for colds and coughs. no alcohol or
dangerous drugs. All pure nourish-
ment for those who are weak and run
down.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
KEEPING BABY HEALTHY"

My baby boy
" rs pale and
thin, and his food
didn't agree with
him, but since I
have given him
Faith er Johns
Med cine he has
good color and
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
CUTTING DOWN THE COST OF LIVING

throat and helps to get rid Of colds
and coughs without using alcohol or
dangerous drugs in any form.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01
AT THE OuERN.

thy Phillips will be seen in Hell
Morgan's Girl"
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1917-05-01

Coats of every new and seasonable materials
in all the wanted bright and brilliant colors;
every new style shown, in dozens of distinctive
models; all sizes.
, 1917-11-08
THE LAST EXAMINATION
OF WARS DRAFT

Many a man has fallen down because a
test of his water showed Enthusiastically
that he had kidney disease.
The kidneys are the scavengers and
they work day and night in separating
the poisons from the blood. Their signals
of distress are easily recognized and in
clude such symptoms as backache, de-
pressions. drowsiness. ir~ritability. head
aches, dizziness, rheumatic twinges.
dropsy. govt
1.-THE very best way to restore the
kidneys to their normal state of health
and cure such symptoms" says DR..
Pierce OF Invalids' Hotel, Buffalo, N. Y,
is to drink plenty of water and obtain
from your favorite pharmacy a small
amount of An-u-ric, double strength.
which is dispensed by almost every drug
gist." You will And Anuric more potent
than iithia, dissolves uric acid almost as
water does sugar. Large package 60 cents.
Send DR.. Pierce 10c for trial pkg. and
ask for advice IL there IL need.
, 1917-11-08
Civilization.

Judge Shockney, Of the Randolph
county court. relates a story of u
friend of his who for many years sail
ed on the high seas, n was at n
time shipwrecked and drifted to a
tropical island, say the Indianapolis
News. After landing on the island his
friend began to investigate, and made
his way inland, in search of signs OF
habItation, proceeding cautiously. fear
ing he would meet cunnibals. He wan
dered around until almost furnished,
when suddenly he discovered a fire In
the distance. He hid himself until
dark, when he crept near enough to
hear voices. He listened for some
time, but could not make out what
was said. Suddenly the voices grew
louder and an argument arose between
the men around the fire. One eIclaim-
ed In a loud voice: 81 played the
lack" Another replied In angry tones,
you're a liar" S~hockney's friend at
once rushed up to them and cried out:
.Thank God for civilization. You are
Christians
, 1917-11-08

An employee in the office of a noisy
munition plant was absent from work
n morning. After luncheon, how
ever, he presented himself. He looked
pretty bad, but he claimed that he was
ready for work.
"Why, what are you doing down
here?' cried the boss. your wife tel
ephoned that you probably wouldn't
be able to work for several days. She
said you were on the verge of nerv-
Gus prostration, and that the least
noise was bad for you. Why didn't
you stay at homer"
"Well," answered the wage slave,
raising his voice to be heard above the
distracting din. 81 did get through
with the morning Mt home. But my
wife had n bridge party this afternoon,
so 1 thought I'd be better off down
here"
, 1917-11-08
RELIABLE REMEDY
RESTORES KIDNEYS

For many years druggists have watched
with much interest the remarkable record
maintained by DR.. Kilmers Swamp-Root,
the great kidney, liver and bladder rem
edy.
1t Is a physicians prescription.
Swamp-Root is a Strengthening medi.
eine. DR.. Kilmer used it for years in his
private practice. 1t helps the kidneys,
liver and bladder do the work nature in
tended they should do.
Swamp-Ro has stood the test of years.
II Is sold by all druggists on its merit and
1t will help you. No other remedy can
successfully take its place.
be sure to get Swamp-Root and start
treatment at once.
However, if you wish first to test this
great preparation send ten cents to DR..
hilmer & Co., Binghamton, N. Y, for q
sample bottle. When writing be sure and
mention this paper.-Adv.
, 1917-11-08
GREEN'S AUGUST FLOWER

has been a household panacea all over
the civilized world for more than half
a century for constipation, intestinal
troubles, torpid liver and the generally
depressed feeling that accompanies
such disorders. 1t is a most valuable
remedy for indigestion or nervous dys-
pepsia and liver trouble, bringing on
headache, coming Of up food, palpita-
ton of heart and many other symp-
toms. A few doses of August Flower
will Immediately relieve you. 1t is a
gentle laxative. Ask your druggist.
Sold in all civilized countries.-Adv.
, 1917-11-08

Postage.-Three cents an ounce
or fraction thereof on letters for
other than local delivery; two
cents on all postal cards.
Admissions-Ten per cent tax
on tickets to th~eaters, cabarets,
and other amusement places.
Dues-Ten per cent tax on
dues of clubs exceeding SIP II
!, year.
! Tobacco-Graduated taxes on
cigars, tobacco. cigarettes. cigar
! cite papers and snuff.
Express-Five per cent tax on
!, amounts paid for express trans
|, p%ortation.
Passengers-Eight per cent of
the cost of railroad tickets, ex-
, cept local.
Berths-Ten per cent of the
:, cost of berthS. stateroOms, and
parlor a sents.
, oiI-Five per cent tax on
J amounts paid for transportation
) of oil by pipe lines.
Messages-Five cents tax on
. each telegraph. telephone. or ra-
! do message costing IL cents Or
more.
insurance-Eight cents tax on
! each 800 or fractional part
) thereof OF each life insurance
, policy; n per cent of the pre-
, 1917-11-08

The lieutenant colonel tells the story
of the goat barrage," says a CORE
spondent in France. A few of the old
timers who have fought nj his side in
China and the Philippines and Mexico
call him Goat" No one else does.
"They were having machine gun
practice up n draw" said he, "and a
sentry was stationed at the bend to
keep people from wandering up that
draw and getting their heads shot off
before the boys could stop squirting.
But he did not challenge Inc.
"'What are you here fOr?' I asked.
keep people from going up the
canyon and getting hurt said the boy.
"'You didn't stop me- / said.
"'They said to let you come replied
the sentry"
, 1917-11-08
Housekeepers Can Save
$500, 900 on Food

In these days when the high cost of liv-
ing pinches nearly every home, no waste
should be overlooked. One of the most
fragrant and the most easily prevented, Is
the destruction of food by rats. One rat
will often do a hundred dollars damage of
careful estimate gives over 500, O00,o 900 as
the value of foodstuffs destroyed annually
by these pests. Exterminate them with
Stearns Paste and ave this
loss of food. A small box of Stearns'
Paste costs only IS cents and is usual.
Iy enough to completely rid the house of
rats and mice; also effective against cock
reaches and waterbugs. Adv.
, 1917-11-08
Different Kind Of Pitch.

singer was walking through a building
where some workmen had left some
pitch in such a position that she swept
her dress against 1t and, of course, soil
ed the Dress. "Oh, what shall I do to
get it Off" she said to her woman
friend. "Why don't you sing to it?"
said her friend. "Why, what good
would that dot" said the singer. "You
always get of the pitch when you
sing"
, 1917-11-08


charged under each policy Except In
demnity n surety bonds. which are
taxable under another title of the bill)
Including renewals, but not including
Reinsurance policies.
Policies issued by any corporation
exempt from the income tax ure ex-
empt from this tax.
The person. partnership or associa-
ton issuing such policies Of Insurance
Is required TO make monthly returns
and monthly payments to the govern
mcnt.
For every ten cents or fraction
thereof you spend on the movies you
must turn over to the government n
cent. OF course. the movie propri-
etors may save you the inconvenience
of handling pennies by raising his ad-
mission price a nickel. as many other
persons selling goods affected by the
war tax have already done.
Here Is the way admission tax and
the club dues levles will fall upon
the public:
One cent on each ten cents or frac-
ton of the o paid for admission
" an! paee "ns ~ y
Sason uSAe' 'u'Si,p.io.
pau o9 IL pe'sou pas'"t III
~ eNeep' :" -
uieh unuei '"ei'e' Nv
eei5 one eeh ~
' he' pay ''e ia "e ~
."e s""ise n"ue o" pe
"e '""e "S' eep' ."p'o.e
muaie'pa, onieeis oh on'Iiai n.ese
anu e""uie" unuet WE'VE ""
'"e ."",ee !. N n"S
F." ~
III pni' iic.u"eu M '"e pre- pau
" N'S".ns"s
~ ""'un' paw 10 oe ~
uet i'su !"
~ ..,
III nv ease vi pe ""' -.
pe.naien' use u, "oNeS VI Sea'' =.
u iense 'nete'". II 'aA H,
W " per Gent VI Nv VIZ" ~
u s."''ur poA ae", 80" 100,
~ '"u ~
'ne poA d seu' 10 u'eu "
OF ~" Tue 'essee Vi "o'u
Ihese taAes are not 10 oe 'nnposeu
IN inc ease Vi u p,hce where she d
mum e""'se U
vi i"' ''o"s, i'ue'
hneu's III o"'uoor sene,ai ".
parhS ""eie Nv -
, 1917-11-08

the blood impure.
What is needed most is an increase in
the germ-fighting strength. To do this
successfully you need to put on healthy
flesh, rouse the liver to vigorous action,
so it will throw off these germs, and pu.
rify the blood SO that there will be no
weak SPOT. or soil for germ-growth.
We claim for DR.. Pierce's Golden Med
ical Discovery that it does all this in q
way peculiar to itself.
It cures troubles caused by torpid liVer
or impure blood. All druggists. Tablets Goo
"The Common Sense Medical Adviser"
latest edition, in French cloth binding,
will be sent free on receipt of five dimes
or stamps to pay the cost of printing.
wrapping and mailing. Address DR.. Pierce,
, 1917-11-08
cUTICURA STOPS ITCHING
Instantly In Most cases-Write for q
Free Sample.

Cuticura is wonderfully effective.
The Soap to cleanse and purify, the
Ointment to soothe and heal all forms
Of itching, burning skin and scalp af-
%fections. Besides these super-creamy
emollients If used daily prevent little
skin troubles becoming serious.
Free sample each by mail with Book.
Address postcard, Cuticura, Dept. L,
Boston. Sold everywhere.-Adv.
, 1917-11-08
Its My
Standby
for a
Cold.
Those who object to liquid medL
eines can procure Peruna Tablet
The Honeymoon.

The Honeymoon.
He-HOney. you nave done me a
%grievous wrong.
She-Why, George1
He-I never ought to have married
you ut all.
She-Oh, Georgei
He-Because, If you should die, you
have made it impossible for me to live
without n wife.
She-Why. George!
He-And you have made 1t impos-
sible, honeybunch, for any other wife
to suit me.
She-Oh, George Judge.
, 1917-11-08
Outdoor Barberinu.

Shaving in the street was the way a
Beckenham, Ireland. barber got over
a difficulty recently. The customer
was a wounded soldier, and the mans
invalid chair was too wide to enter
the barber shop. Accordingly the bar
Der went to his customer, and shaved
him in the street.
, 1917-11-08
Suffered Several
Years. PERUNA
MADE ME WELL T.. Nv

Mrs. Elizabeth Reuther, 1902 nth
St, N. w, Washington, d. c., writes:
II endorse Peruna as a splendid
medicine for catarrh and stomach
trouble. from which ! suffered sew
eral years. cook It for several
months, found my health vas re-
stored and have felt splendioIy YER
since. / now take it when I con
tract a cold, and 1t SOC rids the sys-
tenn Of n catarrhal tendencies"
, 1917-11-08
His Choice.

isn't it terrible the way prices
keep going up?"
at is. My husband said If it kept
up he'd either have to work harder
and make more money or eat less"
"What do you think he'll decide to
dof"
knowing him as well as 1 do, my
guess Is that he'll decide 1t to be easier
to eat less"
, 1917-11-08

81 see," he said, that coal has gone
up again."
HAS it," she replied.
and they're raising rents" he con-
tinued.
We'll" she exclaimed, fiaring up, "if
you wish to have our. engagement bro
ken off, say so. I always hate to have
people beat about the bush in a case
of this kind"
, 1917-11-08

To keep clean and healthy take DR..
Pierce's Pleasant Pellets. They regu.
late liver, bowels and stomach.--Adv.