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The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18
THE BENfV0LENCES
OF SEN. N. B. SCOTT
To Be Distributed Today on the
Seventy-fitth Anniversary Of
His Birth.

1t has been customary heretofore
for former United States Senator
Nathan B. Scott 10 confer on the OBJ
jects OF his benevolencn gifts al
Christmas, Il practice he has con-
tinued through all the years Of MS
absence since taking up his resi-
dcnce in Washington, D. C.. II shows
that the oft repeated declarations OIL
his affection for the old town are
always supplemented by some prac-
teal evidence CT ;hcir sincerity, ana
that the tender spot in his heart for
Wheeling ami her people still Slo"a
with undated warmth. This year he
one ni his close friends IN
this city to disbu7sc these benetac-
lions, and this friend. remembering
that his birthday occurred on De
cpmber IS. thought il would be 4
graceful thing TO celebrate 1t by
sending the checks out today, a very
pleasant way of anticipating Christ
mas. Consequently the following let
ter with check inclOSurc was mailed
Yesterday 10 each nj the designated
objects of the Senator's practical re-
the Ohio County IuDrr-
Culnsis League. Associated Charities,
/ lone for Aged Women. Day NurS-
cry, Salvation Army: I'm keeping
with his custom Of many years past,
Senator y. B. Scott. at this Christmas
<cason, again desires 10 assist those
i,nnevnlent inttutinnS Of Wheeling.
his old home, in which he has always
lad such Il deep interest; and he has
asked me 10 make this distribution.
instead OF waiting until Christmas
to send you his donation, 1t seems
fitting that you should receive 1t on
this. the 18th day of December. the
Senator'S birthday, a reminder OF the
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18
TO STABILIZE FARM BONDS

WASHINGTON. Dec 17.-LegIslstio1
to stabilize the farm loan bond market
the house rules committee reporting Il
special rule for It's consideration. Sena'
tor Penrose, however. blocked fmmediat..
consideration Of the subject in the SEN
atc. charging that the farm loan bank
system had been permitted to drift into
its present condition. .'.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18
hAEsLAUGHTER CHARGED

Jersey CITY. y. J.. Dec. lf.-On
charges az man$laughtnr in connection
with the death Of sixteen girls as re-
suit Of a flarc-up Of powder In the COM
pany's plant last April. Edward J. Elm
gle, Alphonsc C. Binglc and Joseph Il
brown. OF the "etweller ana street
company. were placed on
trial here today.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18
WOMEN TO, THE FRoHT

NEW YORK. Dec. 17.-Women car
conductors. women mail carriers. anil
now women snow shovclcrs. three wn-
men have joined the city snow shorelinr
force, the street cleaning commissions
announced today, and are proving cfl-
Client.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

Of thu ton States that failed I" fur
niyh their ,luotns Of enlistment for ;he
rrgular army. seven were of the Solid
South. a section that achieves pcrfec-
ton only by voting tho financial burdens
If the war IN the Northern States.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

-Trotzky's claim that ,hc agreement
With Germany does not permit transfer
Of German troops from the east front
ignores something that has alrcad" hap
UAOpd
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

with RusSia'S collapse. III" old slogan
Is reversed as it il n"". var In IN" WrS,.
peace in the east. and. thank God. 1t -
no worse.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

Those who nhj.ct Ia serving their
country On religious grounds hrN" BUNK
their arguments on sandy SOL.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

comes to us for comfort. Uncle Sam has
never yet turned the needy from his
door.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18
AN OFFICE,

The Christmas knitters arc not alwa%
good filters.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18
fervent with the increasing days that
may yet be vouchsafed him by kindly
Providence.

Anyhow. this Christmas will see Jeru-
salem redeemed out Of infdel pawn
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

Brace up, kIddics. 1t is just one week
from to-day.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18
A BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE

Three Score and tan and fivc-Not MANY
men
Have lived so long. SO we'll and nobly
done
As soldier in tho strife. as citizen.
No loss Us statesman and high honors
won.
The prayer is for thy like and soon
again
To lead ms thou hast led. valiant son
On field. in forum. for the flag AMI State
Thy sword hath ever held against the
foe.
While speech no less hath smltten In
debate,
With fear tho single word you did not
know.
Thy childrcn's sons thy record shall
relate,
And long thy comrades shall their
wreaihs bestow.
This natal day ono hope ahidrth strong.
That thou bc spared 10 bless and
counsel long.
And each day have tho cadence Of
grand inspiring song!
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

generous donor as we'll rs or the
Christmas season"
In This connection, an old friend OF
Senator SCOTS. Mr.. Francis 3. Cess
nr:, adds to the pleasure OF the &C.
casion by contributing his usual
rhythmic cadence in commentator
of the natal day of the rugged states
man and soldier, which we are sure
will be appreciated by all Of Senator
SCOTS Wheeling friends:
A BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

MORE GERMAN PLAGIARISM
Bolshevk Disclosure Treaties Merely Tcutonc Smoke
Bomb in Diplomacy Offset Secretary alSln"S Revelations
and Cloud the Real Economic War ISSUE
By JOHN L. w. BIRKINBINE
0nr md Nctagca Expert Author hc Story of Iron, Etc,
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1917-12-18

-DuuglaS MallOch.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15
PLAN TO RAISE MILLION TROOPS
In Event of War Idaho County Expect
ed to Raise 100 Soldiers for Army.

Washington, Feb. 14.-It is hardly a
secret any longer that the general staff
is laying plans to raise an army of
100000 federal volunteers, supplement
tai to the regular army and the national
guard in the event that war comes.
Some military authority maintains that
half million in any war with
Germany under present conditions would
be quite sufficient to guarantee safety
in any event, but as against this is
urged that no one can predict the length
of the war and it is believed to be
training a surplus than less than
enough, particularly as it takes so long
to make soldiers out of volunteers.
Taking the federal census estimates
that in 1916 the population of CONT
mental United States was 102,017,3 12,
raising an army of million would mean
that one out of every 102 residents of
the United States would be required to
join the colors. Idaho County accord
ingly, placing the population at 10000.
would be expected to furnish 100 men.
The quota for the entire state of Idaho
would be something like 300. Seattle
would be asked for 3400 and Spokane
more than 1900
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15
HIGH SCHOOL NOTES
by d. H.

thursday night the Baconian Liter
KY oocltey under the dictatorship of
Pllss Brooks, will stage their long
Rromlsed Latin play. Don't forget the
pa!e' FEB. 10th, at Sis sharp. A very
fnJoyable and entertaining program is
assured. Between acts musical con-
I'M it VIII be the center of attraction.
ne baconlans are going to little
Apehse IN getting costumes and other
6Sressafy equipment for the play so an
r I of Zoe will be charged. This
tay is well worth your attention and
/ V s9rs support will be appreciated.
Inc Junior Prom" will probably
T m, De held until late in the spring.
ne event is going to be one of much
AaJoyment and pleasure for its atten-
80 a.s AS to date the source of en-
S,no 'ain : has not been fully decided
M put the school proper can expect
I'M excellent program and an excellent
In ~ ue next basket ball game to be held
nrda ne local floor will occur next Sat.
Iprou,s hight at the school gym at $3.50
Pt' The game is to be played be.
bI NM the Lewiston and Grangeville
49,. SCHOOLS and will be the last, most
IoIorng and most entertaining game
p-aSed this year on the local floor
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15

Don Il miss it. AS the local athletic
treasury is little deficient on account
of new athletic material being pur-
chased, the high school kindly ask your
support at this game. The band will
play for this game and it will also play
at the school house. A rally down town
will aslo be held. Remember the dfte,
Feb. oath, the time $3.50, the place
school gym, how to get there-foilow
the band, the cash required to enter
Is and 25c. Spruce up people, come
to our last game and we will win. Hop
ing to see you at the game.
Last Friday evening Miss Esther Tel
cher entertained large number of her
best friends by house party. Every
one present reported an excellent time.
Keep open dates for next Wednesday.
The u. of |. Glee Club will again be
with us on this day. The college glee
club is being brought here under the
responsibility of the high school, SO
considerable work must be manifested
by this body in order to raise the $40
guarantee called for by the management
of the Glee Club. The group consists
of "a members, each well talented IN
singing, reading, acting, or well versed
ON some musical instrument Their
GRAND success and responsibility can be
Secured by noticing bills, posters and nd
circulars next week The troupe Will
exhibit their we'll deserved to hear
talents at the I. O. o. F. hall, the pro-
gram to start at Sis sharp. The adj
mission for the occasion is reasonable
enough, soc for adults and 35c for
children. With the glee club is one OF
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15

our old high school boys, Homer Nc
Donald, so people don t fail to attend
this high class form of classical enter
tainment and remember you are patro-
nizing the school when you come. Tick
cts on sale at Granville
Mr.. Bashore was unable to teach his
classes Friday on account of illness.
His classes were conducted by Mr.. and
Mrs. Wadsworth. Mr.. Bashore return
ed Monday and is now at his old stand.
Last Wednesday the Juniors being
challenged by the Sophomore second
team, accepted the challenge and play
ed the game after school, winning by a
score of 1911. This was the last in
terclass game of the year and as re-
suit of this game the Juniors take
second place in the school champion
ship. Those who composed the second
best team in school are Jake Briscoe,
Mack Gregg, Charles Farris, Homer
Hanson and Duge Holsclaw. AS re-
suit of the above game the last two
mentioned players have been out of
school for several days, in the case of
the former, heart trouble was the cause,
and in the latter's case blood poison
in both legs. Both lads expect to be
back in school soon.
Monday night the Baconian basket
ball team met and defeated the Del
phians. The game was closely con-
tested one, the Delphians leading in
the first half 1913. But the staying
qualities of the Bacons mastered their
opponents and victory was snatched
from the Delphians by a score of 1914
Those who represented the winners were
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15
PIANOS TO BE CLOSED OUT.

The stock of the Standard Music Co.
of this city has been taken over by the
Clark Music Co., well known Walla
Walla organization, and will be closed
out at greatly reduced prices, the new
owners having decided to give the pub
lie the advantage of the reduction they
secured through the forced sale made
necessary by the i'll health of the pro-
prietor of the Strandard Music Co., Mr..
Stingley. Mr.. Blowers, who will have
charge of the local store, arrived last
night and is now busy arranging for the
gigantic sale which is advertised in this
issue of the Free Press. We doubt if
there has ever been o1Iered such an OPP
portunity to buy standard pianos at as
low prices as is now given the people
of this community.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15

Chas. Hurley, Leo Kabot, Herbert
Powell, Sandy Gilbert and Wallace Grid
dlebaugh. Briscoe was injured in the
first part of the game and retired.
Superintendent Staley visited the
American history class of the local
school Monday afternoon.
The basket ball trip to be taken by
the locals has again ben postponed on
account of some of the local players
being unable to play. OF those who
are injured or ill are Captain Holsclaw,
Manager Kabot and Emery Briscoe, all
first team players.
Active work is now being done to-
ward the presentation of the Senior
class play which will be presented some
time in the spring.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15
Worse and Worse.

A negro elevator man in Broadway
office building was telling Bide bud.
ley, the New York theatrical writer,
that his landlord had forced him out
of his home because he could not meet
an increased rental
$50 he dispossessed your" said Dud-
ley sympathetically
"Wuss'n dat. boss" said the darby;
"he disflatted mer' Railroad Red
Book.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15

town Saturday which baffled the best
judges of furs as to the species they
were. The majority of those who
possed judgment on them said they were
cross fox and very valuable. The
animals were killed by young Hazel
baker on Butcher creek several weeks
ago, he proving his excellent marks
manship by shooting them on the run.
The value of the skins ranges from $35
to 500.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15
he Named Il.

"Who can name n word with an Il in
it?" queried the teacher of the juvenile
class.
"Needle!' exclaimed bright little
miss.-Kansas City Star.
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15

Stop at Z idaho Rooming House.
Nice, clean rooms at reasonable prices.
Mrs. N. L. rroughman. 17-tf
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15
MIGHTY VALUABLE FURs.

Tom Hazelbaker, the seventeen-year-
old son of o. E. Hazelbaker, was ex-
hibiting two extra fine fox skins in
Idaho County free press. [volume] (Grangeville, Idaho Territory) 1886-current, 1917-02-15
NOTICE!

TO OUT OF TOWN BUYERS
Do not hesitate to write us a line
or so regarding prices and terms.
Or better still phone us. We deliver
pianos everywhere free of charge.
Let our representative call on you
and explain our wonderfully easy
selling plan.
Arizona sentinel., 1917-02-01

There isn't a more prosperous az. ricultural and stock-raising section in the entire United States than Yuma Valley right at this particular time A trip to Somerton over the Warrenite good road, and thence from there to Gadsden will convince anyone of this fact. Lands that one year ago were covered with mesquite and arrow weeds are now in high state of culti- vation, much of it having been plant
 ed to alfalfa upon which are grazing as fine bred cattle and hogs as can be found anywhere in the west. Much of the valley land has been planted to cotton and it is we'll known that in many instances upwards of two bales to the acre have been produced during the past year, which means that when properly cultivated Yuma Valley lands will pay for themselves in one year. No section of the southern states can make such a claim. Imperial Valley
 California, con do almost as we'll when it has an abundance of water, but we'll, Imperial Valley is always short
Arizona sentinel., 1917-02-01
Yuma Title, Abstract and Trust
 Company

companies for which the Yuma Title Abstrac- & Trust Company acts as agent may be mentioned the Royal of Liverpool" Hartford" and Aetna of Hartford, Conn.,, Home" of New York, and the Arizona Fire Insur ance Company" one of the strongest fire companies doing business in Ari- zona
 The American Surety Company, said to be the largest concern of it's kind in the world, is also on the list, which is ever ready to furnish surety bonds in any amount for any purpose, and accepted without question by the Uni ted States government, state, coun ty and city, obviating the embarrass. ment of asking your friend to please go on my bond"
 The Maryland Casualty Company is nishes insurance on plate glass, bOil,- CTS, accident and health, as well as employers liability insurance, mak- ing the entire combination complete in every respect
 The Yuma Title, Abstract & Trust company has paid up capital of $25,- 000 and can get as much more as Oc- casion may demand. This important change in management indicates that those interested in it's destinies real ize that the passage of the Yuma Mesa Land Law will put new life, new ener- gy in all this section, and those in terested in it's future progress are determined to be ready for all de mands that may be made upon its loaning ability. Thousands upon thou sands of dollars will be needed to improve lands on the Mesa and in the valley within very short time. The Yuma Title, Abstract & Trust Com pany will be ready to take care of this immense business promptly, and with as little cost to those who wish to Dor row as is consistent with good busi- ness sense.
 The ARIZONA SENTINEL takes this occasion to wish MT. Miller very prosperous management of this splendid institution, and predicts that success will be his reward.
Arizona sentinel., 1917-02-01
YUMA VALLEY PROSPEROUS

on water at the critical growing sea son of the year, while Yuma Valley al- ways has all the water it can use. which fact of itself makes lands i'll Yuma Valley far preferable
 For the year 1915 there were but fraction over 700 acres in the Yu- ma Valley planted to cotton-a sort of experiment. This last year there were 4OO0 acres planted to the fleecy staple, and from all indications this acreage will be about doubled during the year 1917. It is predicted by those who have given the matter close study that practically every acre in the valley will be in high state of culti- vation within the next two or three years, which means that Yuma Valley will very soon be producing crops valued not only by the hundreds of thousands but by the millions. And this will be entirely independent Of the many millions that will eventually be produced on the mesa. Cotton and alfalfa in the valley, oranges and grapefruit on the mesa
Arizona sentinel., 1917-02-01

MT. P. J. Miller, who for four years was member of the state tax com mission, and subsequently, connected with the State Land Department, has become the active vice president of the Yuma Title, Abstract & Trust Company, assuming active charge o1 all matters pertaining to insurance, surety bonds, real estate loans, and collections Mr. John Doan will con tinue as secretary and will have charge of all abstract matters, he being recognized as probably the most expert man in Yuma county, if not in the entire state in abstracting ti- ties.
 George Michelsen, mayor of Yu- ma, and active vice president and general manager of the Yuma Nation al Bank, will remain as president of the Yuma Title, Abstract & Trust Company, though his entire energies will be devoted to banking matters, except when it comes to giving ad- vice in the matter of large and i'm portant loans negotiated by the Ab- stract Company. All those directly in- terested in the Title Abstract & Trust Company have the most implicit con- fidence in Mr. Miller's capability, hon. esty and integrity and are willing to give him a free hand in his new and important undertaking That he will more than make good" there isn't the least room for doubt.
 The Yuma Title, Abstract & Trust Company has had phenominally prosperous existence for the past doz- en years or more Its dealings with those who have borrowed money from that institution have ialways been along liberal and strictly legitimate lines. During it's entire existence it has never foreclosed mortgage, which fact alone speaks volumes in us pIdlSe. IL HdS at dll CllIeS peeh willing to accommodate its patrons with loans as cheaply as such loans could be obtained anywhere in the state, and that will be it's ruling policy in the future-cheap money and ample opportunity to repay the loan without resorting to the courts
 Among the really solid insurance
Arizona sentinel., 1917-02-01
SOME HISTORICAL FACTS
 WORTH REMEMBERING

In looking over the fifteenth annual report of the Re- clamaton Service from Washington by Congress- Carl Hayden could but read with great interest the brief historical facts connected with the Yuma Project as facts are so interesting especially those who not here during the early stages of the work that reproduce them from the records:
 ARIZONA-CALIFORNIA YUMA PROJECT. Counties: Yuma, Arizona; Imperial, California.
 Townships: to 13 Rs 21 to 24w, Gila and Salt River Meridian; to Y s. Rs 6 to B s. San Bernardino Mer dian
 Railroads: Southern Pacific; Yuma Valley Railroad Railroad stations and estimated population January l. 1916: Yuma Arizona 45OO; Pothoes, California, 25
 WATER SUPPLY
 Source of water supply Colorado river
 Area of drainage basin 229,OOO square miles above Laguna Dam.
 Annual run-off in acre feet of Colorado river Yuma (287 OOO sqpare mieS 1902 1915: Maximum 26OOOOOO minimum, 796O 189; mean, Is, ,498,OO AGRICULTURAL AND CLIMATIC CONDITIONS Area for which the service prepared to supply water season of 1916 72,440 acres.
 Area under water right applications and rental con- tracts season of 1916: 72 40 acres.
 Length of rrigatng season: 365 days
 Elevation of irrgabe 100 to 300 feet above sea level.
 Rainfall irrgable five year average 299 in ches; 1915, 4.33 inches.
 Character of soil of irrigabe bottom lands, rich auvum; lands, fresno gravel sand
 Principal products: Semi-tropic fruits, alfalfa, grain and cotton.
 Principal markets Los Angeles and San Francisco Ca Arizona towns; and eastern markets for early pro- duce.
 LANDS OPEN FOR IRRIGATION
 Dates of public notice: January 10, 1910; March S. Continued on Page Two)