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Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

Some women contrive to do their
own homework in neat housedresses
that bespeak them the mistresses of
their occupation. They never look
driven and overwhelmed by work, or
as if they were left with no time to
consider the matter of personal ap-
pearance. They look capable-as they
are-of meeting the obligations of life,
that are of ali, most important, and
their housedresses tell their whole
some story,
The house dress, like the tailored
suit, is here-was here and is always
going to be here, like bread and but
ter. It's business is to be strong, con-
venient, plain and shapely and to
stand wear and tear with little change
Of aspect. 1t must be put to the test
OF the washtub and emerge therefrom
fresh and whole. Because it is plain
is no reason why 1t should be unattrac-
tive.
The house dress Of today Is made Of
strong, cotton fabrics with very oc-
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

There are some matter-of-fact. high
Y practical ways in which women can
manifest their patriotism. They are
lot at all spectacular-just plain, ev-
,ryday, commonplace services-but
hey leave no room for doubt as to the
dncerity that prompts them. First Of
hese is the conservation of food for
'uture use. 1t appears that an album
lance of vegetables and fruits will be
crown this year and 1t is up to the
housewives to see to it that much
greater quantities are canned, dried
ind otherwise preserved, than In nor
nal times. Then, In case of shortage
any quarter, there will be a reserve
o call on In other localities.
About the next most useful thing to
10 is to gather up all old materials
hat can be used to make surgical
iressing, and have them thoroughly
washed. These materials may be
shipped to the National Surgical Dress
ngs Committee, at 200 Fifth avenue,
New York city. In old materials the
committee asks for linen and cotton,
blankets and spreads, sheets and pill
ow cases, tablecloths and napkins,
.owels and underclothing. This COM
nittee is thoroughly organized for war
relief and Is engaged In making a va
'iety of surgical dressings out of old
and new materials. Many cities and
owns have subcommittee who gather
and forward donations to headquar-
.ers. Over 1000 hospitals are served
On the continent and over 100000
dressings have been shipped to them.
Women who have the leisure, may
organize a subcommittee In communi-
lies that have none. The national
committee welcomes the names of peo-
ole who might be interested in form
N subcommittee. Volunteer work
ers mako w old and new materials
INTO surgical dressings and all other
work is donated, so tho 49, ,~A1 1870
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05
advance and Charged"

General Sullivan became somewhat
dubious about the outcome while on
the march and sent q messenger to
Washington to ask what should be
done. advance and charge" was
Washington's succinct reply. Washing
ton said in his report the next day that
he might have retreated at this time
had he thought he could have crossed
the river without being discovered by
the British.
1t was nearly eight o'clock before
the American advance met the first
British outposts. The latter were at
tackled quickly and driven back on
the town without trouble. A rattle of
musketry from the outposts announced
the beginning of the battle. Wayne
Whipple says in his life of Washing
ton" that the Americans were so mad
that morning that they would have at
tackled the British with broomsticks.
Washington's surmise about Colonel
Rail and his officers was correct. They
had spent the night at the home of
Abraham Hunt, drinking and making
merry. Hunt had furnished them an
elaborate Christmas supper. While the
supper was in progress. late that night,
negro servant entered the room and
gave Colonel Rail a note. The latter
thrust it in his pocket without looking
at it. 1t was fortunate for America
that he was too drunk to act properly,
for that note was from Tory warn
ing him of Washington's approach.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

-- HE winter Of 1776, the year Of
the glorious Declaration Of In
dependence, found the fortunes
4 of the budding nation at their
lowest ebb. Beaten, buffeted and
broken, the little army of George Wash
ington had been pushed beyond the
Delaware. He had scarce 1000 men
to command, while CORVALLIS and
Howe, the British commanders, had
six times thar many scattered over
New Jersey and New York.
Many Americans were becoming dis
gusted with the war; Even Washing
toms troops were disheartened and he
faced the calamity of having all but
1,5O0 of them quit the service the first
of the year, when their enlistment ex-
pired. To make matters worse, Gen
eral Gates and some other high officers
in the army were trying to influence
congress against Washington. They
used every argument they could to
discredit their leader.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

occupying the various cities of New
Jersey. After careful deliberation he
selected Trenton as the point to be
stormed. 1t was nearest his own po-
sition across the river and the major
ity of the troops there were Hessians,
German soldiers England had hired to
fight In America. CORVALLIS and Howe
had gone to New York with their
STATS, where social life and gayety was
at a higher pitch than in the little New
Jersey towns.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05
Brilliant Strategy.

But while almost the entire country
was losing heart, Washington was plan
ming a brilliant stroke to revive the
patriotism of the people and the en-
thusiasm of his troops. He deter
mined to strike blow at the British
forces in New Jersey, dangerous
yG4ng to do, one must admit, when it
is remembered that he was outnum-
bered six to one.
He was too wise man to risk battle
with the main British force. He de-
.cided to attack one of the detachmentS
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

blespoonfuls each Of finely chopped
green pepper and olives, half tea
spoonful Of salt, half teaspoonful Of
paprika, one-third Of cupful of olive
oil, and fourth of a cupful Of vinegar;
pour this over the chilled beans, mix
thoroughly and turn upon chilled
serving dish. Garnish with slices Of
picked beet and sprigs Of parsley.
Creole Rice.--Remove the stems and
seeds from two red peppers and chop
fine; peel large, mild onion and chop
1t fine; chop fine one-fourth of pound
Of lean ham, cooked or not, as con-
venient Melt three tablespoonfuls of
butter in saucepan, add pepper,
onion, ham, and stir without discol.
oring the vegetables until the moisture
Is absorbed. Add one cupful OF
blanched rice ard stir and cook about
five minutes, then add three cupfuls OF
broth, or teaspoonful of beef extract
dissolved in three cupfuls of boiling
water and let cook covered about half
an hour; add three or four tomatoes,
cut in small pieces and a teaspoonful
Of SALT cover and let cook until the
grains Of the rice are tender. Lightly
stir In with two forks, three table,
spoonfuls of butter in bits; let stand
five minutes, covered. Serve as a
hearty dish for supper or luncheon.
Scotch Gingerbread.-Sift together
two cupfuls of flour, half a cupful of
granulated sugar, half teaspoonful
Of soda, one teaspoonful of baking
powder, three-fourths Of teaspoonful
of cinnamon, half teaspoonful of
mace or nutmeg, and fourth Of a
teaspoonful Of salt; add half cupful
of seeded raisins, half a cupful of
sliced ginger and fourth of cupful
of blanched almonds chopped fine.
Heat a cupful each of molasses and
shortening to the boiling point and
stir into the dry ingredients. Add
lastly two well-beaten eggs. Bake in
a sheet one-half hour.
Rice Cups.-Prepare thick custard
by boiling cupful of rice until dry
and tender, stirring in well-beaten
egg, a tablespoonful of sugar, few
drops of vanilla and two tablespoon
fuls of cream; beat until light and
pour into shallow cups to mold. Wher
firm, unmold and remove the center
of each cup, filling the depression with
sliced peaches; cover the tops with
whipped cream and serve.
N...s Nle4~seQ
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

The winter night is cold and drear,
Along the rivers sullen flow;
The cruel frost is camping here
The air has living blades of snow.
Look! pushing from the icy strand,
With ensigns freezing in the air,
There sails a small, but mighty band,
Across the dangerous Delaware.
A rush--a shout-a clarion call,
Salute the early mornings gray;
Now, reused invaders, yield, or fall;
The worthy land has won the day!
Soon shall the glorious news be hurled
Wherever men have wrongs to bear;
For freedoms torch illumes the world,
And God has crossed the Delaware!
VIII Carleton.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05
Patriots Powder Spoiled.

Delay at the ferry made an attack
before daylight impossible. Washing
ton had hoped to surprise the British
and Hessians. The river was filed
with floating ice and it looked for a
time as if most of the little army
might be drowned in crossing. But
fortune smiled on them and none was
lost.
Once on the New Jersey side, at a
point about nine miles from Trenton,
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

casional exceptions, when coarse I'm,
bleached linen Is used. These excep.
lions are destined to become more
rare and cotton fabrics are the best
for them. The heavy ginghams, galatea
and border garden cloth, chambrays
and Scotch madras linene and other
strong weaves repay best the work OF
making them up.
A good model in linene is shown In
the picture. This is a heavy cotton
that looks like unbleached linen
Plaid Bingham, in white and green, il
used for a sailor collar and for a belt
that goes twice about the body, also
for the cuffs. The belt buttons In
front and the dress is fastened up the
side with bone buttons. This allow.
1t to be spread fiat for ironing ant
adds to its trim finish.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

divided his men into two columns, one
under General Sullivan and one under
General Greene. They were to march
by different roads and attack the Brit
ish outposts simultaneously.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

- ~ .l$LSNTI with the yolks.
fl{{3 80 ffYHpAvA Adding table
VxIlE%yXYF spoonful Of water
gIIP#s/~A (cold) for each
egg is also an im-
proyement as to
;exture over milk. A most delicious
omelet may be made using blanched
almonds in the omelet pan and cook
ng them until brown before the ONE
ct Is turned. Serve with hot maple
sirup.
Spinach omelet.-Put half cupful
If cooked spinach in an omelet pan
With tablespoonful of butter when
thoroughly hot pour In a three-egg
)melet, season and cook as usual.
Peach juice may be substituted for
water and peaches served In and
around the omelet. Serve with hot
peach sauce.
Orange OmeIet.-Beat the yolks of
three eggs with three tablespoonfuls
Of sugar and the grated rind of an
orange with three tablespoonfuls of
The Juice. Add the stiffly beaten
NhAeto Va tiiS GIBBS uuu pour lulO u IiJt
,uttered pan. Sprinkle with powdered
sugar and when well cooked on the
bottom set In the oven to cook on top.
Mushroom OmeIet.--Fry q few thin
ly sliced mushrooms In butter and
spread them over plain omelet just
before folding 1t. Serve few mush-
rooms finely chopped and cooked in
butter In a white sauce to accompany
the omelet,
Asparagus omeiet.--Break three
eggs In bowl add a little white pep
per and salt and beat them slightly,
add two tablespoonfuls OF cream, thick
and sweet, and pour the mixture into
a frying pan containing hot butter.
With spatula rapidly stir the egg,
from all parts Of the pan, letting the
nncooked portion run down to be
cooked In Its turn. AS soon as the
mass begins to set 1t Is ready to fold.
Have a few spoonfuls of tender tips
Of asparagus cooked and hot, well sea-
5oned with butter and salt. Spread
this over the omelet, fold and serve
at once.
Any vegetable or fruit may be
served with an omelet, choosing the
kind most enjoyed.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

WVICVIIb 10 IIC IOt5--
wife who likes a vari jty
in her menu.
Lima Bean Salad
Cook a cupful Of fresh or
dried lima beans until
tender and the liquid is
evaporated. Let tn e m
chill; CRATE half of a
mild onion, add a table,
poonful Of Fl n e ly
chonned Gamers. two Ia
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

a terrific storm of snow and sleet drove
ruined what little powder Washing
toms men had, so the order was passed
to rely on the bayonet. Washington
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

My business Is not to re-make my
self, but to make the absolute best of
what God made.-Robert Browning.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05
sEAsoNAHLE DISHES.

With the coming Of warm weather,
salads and other dainty dishes Will be,
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05
The KITCHEN
GBLNE q
About the cheapest thing In the
world is happiness. but lots of rich
people can't AFFORD to buy 1t.
MORE ABOUT oMELETs.

The white of the eggs If beaten until
Try will make a less tender omelet
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1917-07-05

tttuh thS Ia WhtSh
the eggs are beat
en- until light then
carefully mi x e d
with the yolks.
Adding a table,
spoonful of water
(cold) for each
egg Is also an Inn
provement as to
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
PERCY M. WILLIFORD BURIED
AT TEOC,

Carrollton, Miss, June 1.-The re-
mains Of Percy M. Williford were
brought here today from Norfolk, Va,
and inferred in Teoc Cemetery, near
his old home, 10 miles northwest of
town. He had been for FIVE years in
the United States marine service and
at the time of his death was a men,
Der of the crew of the battleship North
Carolina. His death occurred in the
marine hospital at Norfolk after an
illness Of only two days. At the time
of his death he was ~ years of age.
He was the youngest son Of John z.
Williford of Teoc. Four of his broth
ers-Henry, James, Newton and Oscar
are prominent citizens Of this
ty, while another brother, Charles, is
a citizen of LeAore County. He was
a member of the Teoc Presbyterian
Church. Funeral services were con-
Quoted by DR.. Tyree, pastor Of Green
wood Baptist Church, and Rev. Mr..
Mason, pastor of Carrollton Baptist
Church.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
DISCUSS PLANS TO ERADICATE
SOCIAL EVILS.

Pittsburg, June 6-(By Union Asso-
ciated Press)-Nine angles on what is
being done in the United States to
clay the axe at the root of the tree
of social evils" will be presented. by
welfare workers at the forty-fourth
annual conference of charities and cor
rection which began here today. The
meeting will last one week. The con-
ference consists of nine divisions, as
follows: Children, community, correc-
tions, family and community, health,
mental hygiene, public charities, rural
social problem and social insurance.
Distinguished speakers from all parts
of the country will take part in the
conferences. Special attention will be
given to social problems Of the war
and their solutions.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
4 QUIET HOME D

A pretty home wedding which took
place this morning at $3.50 o'clock
that was quite q surprise to Their
many friends, was that Of Miss Fannie
Gardner and Mr.. Sam F. Parker, at
the handsome Gardner home, which
was beautifully decorated for the
happy event, with sweet peas and
ferns. Only the relatives Of the con-
tracing parties witnessing the i'm
pressive ceremony, which was said by
Rev. L. W. Rose. Rector Of the Epis-
copal Church in this city.
The bride entered from the back
parlor leaning On the arm of her faith
er, Hon. A. r. Gardner and val given
to the man Of her choice, who was
waiting at the pretty improvised altar,
with his best man, brother of the
groom, Mr.. Henry Parker.
The bride was becomingly gowned
in . pretty Toure Twill Silk suit, with
accessories to match and carried an
exquisite boquet of brides roses and
lilies Of the valley.
Immediately after the ceremony the
happy couple left On the 9:15 train for
New Orleans and Baton Rouge, La,
and on their return will be at home
to their friends at the home of Mrs.
Edith Gillespie.
The bride is the eldest daughter Of
Hon. and Mrs. A. F. Gardner and is
one Of our most beloved and accom-
plished young ladies.
The groom is the nephew Of Mrs.
Edith Gillespie, who has reared him
a. q devoted mother since early child
hood, and il 4 young M Of sterling
worth and fine character.
The Commonwealth joins their num-
erous friends in wishing for them a
happy voyage through life.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
OBLIGATION OF FRIENDSHIP.


You ought to be good for the sake of
the folks
Who think you are fine,
If others have faith in you doubly
you're bound
To stick to the line.
It's not only you that dishonor de-
scends,
You can't hurt yourself without hurt
ing your friends.
You ought to be true for the sake of
the folks
Who believe you are true;
You never should stoop to a deed your
friends
Think you wouldn't do.
If you're false to yourself, be the
blemish but small,
You have injured your friends; you've
been false to them all.
For friendship my boy, is a bond be-
tween men
That is founded on truth;
It believes in the best of the ones that
it loves,
Whether old man or youth.
And the stern rule lays down for me
and for you
It is to be what our friends think we
are through and through.
Detroit Free Press.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
JUNE 6 IN HISTORY.

1s52-Epidemic Of cholera threat
ened in several U. S. cities.
1857-Beginning Of the Indian mu-
tiny.
1872-Republican National Conven-
ton at Philadelphia nominated Grant
and Wilson.
1906-Cunard liner Lusitania, then
the largest passenger vessel in the
world, launched. Sunk by German
torpedo May Z, 1915. .
1916-Yuan Shi-Kai, President Of
the Chinese Republic, died. Li-Yuan-
hung elected President.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
BEST A
GULF AMI STANDARD
GAS rs 1.2c.
E. X. MYRICk.

No theatre in all the country can
boast Of better pictures than those
which r shown daily at the Green
wood Theatre. Just cast about you,
among the various picture houses you
may have visited-even in the large
cities, and see where Greenwood
stands in the list Of up-to-date amuse-
ment centers.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
UNIFORM REPORTS FROM
P. s. COMPANIES.

Harrisburg, June 6--(By Union As
ISOLATED Press)-The Punblic Service
Commission of Pennsylvania has tax
en- steps to secure a uniform annual
report to be made by such public SER
vice corporations as electric light, heat
and power companies an dbegan a con-
ference today with representatives Of
the companies. The tentative drafts
of the proposed report will be consid-
cred and an effort made to fix a date
for enforcement to cause as little
trouble as possible.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
PLANS SAFETY AT CROSSINGS.

New York, June 6--(By Union AS
ISOLATED Press)-A public hearing on
a safety measure against automobile
accidents at grand crossings began
here today before the Public Service
Commission, which is contemplating
an order to all steam railroads operat-
ing within the city limits have such
crossings protected by gates to keep
the gates lowered constantly from
midnight to $50 A. M.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06

Mr.. and Mrs. John North and chill
dren, Of Yazoo City, and Miss Fan
ME Eggleston, of Carrollton, attended
the wedding Of Miss Fannie Gardner
and MI. Sam Parker this morning,
and are the guests Of Hon. and Mrs.
A. F. Gardner. +
Miss Dora Crockett, Of Anguila,
will arrive today and will be the guest
of Mrs. W. w. McNeill and other old
friends for several days.
+H+*#
Mrs. W. A. Burkhalter was called
to St. Joseph, La, yesterday on ac-
count of the serious illness of her
mother.
Mrs. H. W. Hagan and son, Merritt,
left today for Kansas City, Mo-, where
they go to spend some time with rela-
tives.
Mr.. j. B. Daniels and son, of Bel
zoni, were in the city today and made
this Office a pleasant call. MI. Dan
iels has been a prominent business
man and citizen of Belzoni the past
81 years, and this is his first visit to
Greenwood. He was astonished to
note that we have in reality "The
Queen City of the Delta" and seemed
delighted with our city and people.
Mr.. Leslie Wright has accepted the
position of clerk at the City Hall in
the Light and Water Department,
made vacant by the recent resignation
of Mr.. Dave Mclean, who goes to
West Point Military Academy next
next week. Mr.. Wright is a young
mar Of splendid characteristics and
pleasing personality and will make the
city a good employee.
Mr.. Monroe McClurg, Jr., Of Mem
phis, connected with the Ford auton1o-
bile plant in that city, is at home, re-
turning yesterday to register. He has
won q splendid recognition from his
employers since being in Memphis and
his friends here will learn with much
pleasure Of his success.
Prof. Chandler Worley left this
morning for Alderman to join Mrs.
Morley on q visit to relatives for sew
eral days. During Prot. Worley's alb
sence the Municipal Band will be in
charge Of MI. Frank Pitt, who will be
pleased to answer any inquiries con
corning same.
Mr.. L. B. Hartman was in the city
today from Berclair on business.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
CHOICE LOT OF VEGETABLES.

Capt. J. A. Hayward sent the editor
of The Daily Commonwealth today
from his garden on Lone Star plan
~tation, near Philip, the finest lot of
vegetables we have ever seen-consist-
ing Of white headed cabbage, .squashes,
onions and turnips-and for the next
two or three days we won't know any,
thing about the high cost of living at
our house! Capt. Hayward is a prince
among good fellows-and our wish is
that he may live as long as he desires,
and always be happy and prosperous.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
THE AUTO INVESTMENT co.

The attention Of our readers is d.
rected to the notice of charter of in
corporation of The Auto Investment
Company, published in this issue. The
incorporators are Messrs. E. H. Simp-
son and M. M. McCallum, the capital
stock $4,000, and the purpose Of the
company is ito engage in the auto
mobile business to buy and sell auto
mobiles and accessories for cash or
on credit; to buy and sell notes; to
loan money in carrying on its bust
ness, etc.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
NOTICE,

J. F. Heard and 2. o. Keenum hav-
ing dissolved partnership in the con-
tracing business, the public is hereby
warned not to charge any accounts
to this firm as neither party will be
responsible for same.
]. F. HEARD,
z. @. KEENUM.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
ELEVENTH MEETING w
SCRAPPERS.

st. Louis, Mo-, June 6--(By Union
Associated Press)-Jack Britton, the
Chicago welterweight and Ted Lewis,
c~lairnent Of the British championship,
are scheduled to meet here tonight,
the original bout having been post
poned from May 16 because of Lewis
illness. The scrappers ought to know
each others tactics BY now, as this
will be their eleventh meeting.
The daily commonwealth. (Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss.) 1916-1919, 1917-06-06
MASSACHUSETTS CONSTITU.
TIONAL CONVENTION.

Boston, June 6-(By Union Asso-
ciated Press)-The constitutional con-
vention, called by Governor Mccall OPP
ened here today. There has been quite
some difficulty over the delegates, as
the election Of a few from important
districts has been questioned. The
convention promises to be Of epoch
making Importance.