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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18
In Nearby Society Circles.
Continued from Eighth Page.)

of Capt. Hits parents. Mr.. and Mrs
Lewis Hit, on Blue Ridge avenue Mrs
G. s. Stringfellow spent several days
this week with Mr.. Stringfellow al
Petersburg. Miss Vie Green OF Fred,
ericksburg is the guest this week OF
Mrs. Wallace Nalle on Rhode Island
avenue. Mr.. and Mrs. Earl Whitehorn
Of Caldwall. n. j., are the guests OF
Mrs, Whitehorn's mother, Mrs. Rus
sell-Smith, on Main street. Mrs.
Batcheldor of Portland, Ore, is the
guest of her sister. Mrs. James Alex
ander, at the home OF Mrs. VIII JEFF
ferries. in Main street From there she
will go north to see her son, who VIII
sail shortly for France. h. J. Noting
ham of Brandy was the week end
guest of his son, S. NJ Nottingham, on
West street. Mrs. Pierce and Mrs.
Yancy left Wednesday for Washington.
where they will spend some time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18

cepted a position here. Edward Rut-
ledge has returned from Washington
and Baltimore. Mrs. P. w. Letter and
Miss Annabelle Deatrick were visitors
to Washington. Mrs. F. c. Brumback.
Luray, Va. is visiting her daughter,
Mrs. F. c. Heiston.
Mr.. and Mrs. IF. L. Earnshaw. Ana
costa, D. c., are visiting Mrs, H. Q.
Trout Miss Emily Miller was hostess
to the Sewing Club. in honor of her
birthday. Mrs. Wallace c. Wilson has
returned to Kings Canyon. Ariz. Allie
See is visiting from Hampton. Va Rev.
Church of the Reformation. Washing
ton. assisted BY Rev. Or. Charles s.
Trump. at the Lutheran Church here last
Sunday. Mrs. d. H. Rodgers was at Ash
land. Va. attending the marriage of
her sister. Miss Fannie Lancaster. and
Edward Taylor of Richmond. Miss
Virginia Emmert has returned from
Annapolis. Maj s. Porter House has
gone to Lauderdale. Fla, for the win
ter. Miss Adele Martin returned from
Pittsburgh. James E. Bradford, Flow
ersfield. Mich. is the guest of his broth
er, II. A. Bradford.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-11-18
BERRYvILLE, VA.

Invitations have been received here
to the wedding of Miss Henrietta Bene-
dict Harrison. daughter of Mrs. Walter
Harrison OF Leeshur", ard uuoe.t Tai
iaferro Plaster of Washington, son of
DR.. and Mrs. George raster OF Blue
mont. They will be married in st.
James p. f. Church. I.eesburg. Va, Sat
urday, December /.
Over two hundred Christmas pack
ages were sent to the Red Cross from
this country to be distributed among
our soldiers in France. At a recent
meeting of the Woman's Auxiliary of
Grace p. e. Church Mrs. W. NJ. ).
Hammond read report of the con-
vention. which was he'' in Charlottes-
vile this year. Mrs. John D. Richard
son entertained at luncheon Tuesday
in honor of her sister, Mrs. Childs Of
Montclair. n. J.. and Mrs: zuhlin of
is in Frederick. Nd. the guest of Miss
Agnes Rice. Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Burks
and little son. Hunter, left this week
for Milwaukee. Wis. to be the guests
of relatives. Mr.. and Mrs. George Mar
row have returned to Baltimore. Mrs.
F. P. Whiting has returned to Roanoke.
Va. Mrs. A. B. Tucker left this week
for Washington.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25

T F YOU'RE thinking of
1 making a bath robe out
Of that lovely, arm
Beacon Bath Robe Flannel. don't
wait too long If you want the pref
test patterns. They're soc a yard.
and We have the cords and frogs 10
match the goods, at 75c q set.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
Clothing Department

Sweaters. Muffiers. Wool Socks.
Cashmere Hose. Khaki WHISTLES.
Khaki Worsted Gloves, Khaki
Handkcrchiefs. Military Brushes.
Toilet Cases, Pocketbooks, Money
Belts, Bachelor Buttons, Etc.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
Let Us Help You
Pack the Box

OF course. each gift box will have
as its greatest treasure the things
made at home, but m.ny things will
have to be supplied besides. We
have helped pack so many soldier
gift boxes that our knowledge % the
things most useful and most want
ed may be helpful. AMI the follow
ing list is presented with that idea
in mind.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25

VIZ OMEN who have
w been waiting for
the black Chiffon Velvet to
arrive need wait no longer. A
beautiful quality. 30 inches wide.
$3.50 yard.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
Grocery Department

Fruit Cake and Plum Puddings in
tins, Candied Fruits. candies. Mar
nalades and Preserves, Timed
Meats and Fish Delicacies. Timed
Milk, Cooly Kits. Geo. washington
instantaneous Coffee, Candles. for
light and heat. etc,
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25

$3.50 Suits Now $16.95
$500 Suits Now $3.50
$3.50 Suits Now $1,000
$4,000 Suits Now $3.50
$500 Suits Now $26.25
$4,000 Suits Now $4,000
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
Hardware Department

WATERPROOF Match Boxes. Pocket
Knives, Safety Razors. Lather
Brushes, Self Hair Cutters. Flash
Lights, Extra Batteries, Money
Belts, Pocket F1asks, Trench Mir
rorS, Etc.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25

There clothes feelings
be her hppet when her clothes ouodate
cheer herself
in
lovely afford
NJ Co Suit ar distinctly. and mott o i omran with Others
n the mo mat
Bdyph m fore n 81 is a
ld th n % "a rue t " h ns
mmyn in cheaper it is inr q n "
ea i q prhs anywt near 10y m les
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
Shoe Department

Army Shoes, Knitted Spiral Put
tees. Officers Leather Pattees,
Shoe L.aces. Canvas Legsings. Felt
slippers. .Shinola Shoe Polishing
Outfits Etc.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
Dry Goods Department

Sewing and Mending Materials.
Memo Books. Brushes of all kinds.
Stationery Etc. ..@.s.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
CrOckery Department

Thermos Bottles and Jars with
Slings, Fountain Pens. Wrist
Watches, Etc.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
NJ EXT door to China is
~ Japan, from whence

we have received a new as
sortment Of Lunch Sets. cloth and
half-dozen napkins in fancy jap
anese box. They're the best quail
ty and fast color.
Sets with 49.;nch cloths, $t.75.
Sets with 50 -inch cloths, - Is.
Sets with 60-ineh cloths, $3.50.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
Christmas Gifts
for Soldiers
."Over There"
Official
Army Instructions on
Soldier Gifts

Christmas parcels for SOL
diers In France will he taken by
the war Department tnot "
the postal authoritiesl up to
December 5.
They must be addressed rs
follows:
Name Of soldier.)
Omit to which re belonys.)
Care Of Comm andire Gen.
erai. Port os Embarkation,
Pier 1, hoboken, N. J.
They must be packed and
"TRIP aiIssdh o a9Nsi, -.s,o .ot .,,.
Must conform to the postal
regulations.
BE enclosed in wooden boxes;
not over two cubic feet i'll size.
Nor to exceed 20 pounds.
To be well strapped.
To have hinged or screw top
to facilitate opening and in
SPSSNAA6.
No pcrisha food products
unless Enclosed In cans 2r glass
jars.
Each package 70 be plainly
marked "ChriStmas Box.
Civilians should take note
that packages sent by parcel
post direct to soldiers must
conform to the postal lesala-
lions, which limit parcels to
pounds. while parcels sent In
care Of the commanding gen
/ eral 1T the port Of cmbarka-
| ton may reach 20 pounds.
In either case the postage rate
is II cents Il pound.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
VIZ E ALREADY know
w that Serpentine

Crepes are going to be 35c
n yard, next Spring. Our assert
ment of patterns and colors now is
very good. and the price is only
25c.
The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-11-25
THE craze for fancy
/ bags has reached far
away China. iudfing from

the exquisite embroidered semi
made Bags we have just received
and to be seen at the ribbon coun-
ter. Prices, e to $3.50.
For finishing off the bags. We
have the rings. tassels. beads. silk
, cords. etc.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23
PERSONALS
X X X X x X X X X X X 4

Judge P. H, Darcy Is a visitor in
Portland today.
George G. viii, Salem music man, is
in Portland today.
Edward Eberhard, of Aumsville, was
visitor in the city yesterday
DR.. NJ. E. Pomeroy made profession
al visit to Portland this morning
Stanley Morgan, who is connected
with the Union Meat company, of Chi
cago, is in the city.
R. S. Dragoo, of Red Bluff, Cal, and
NJ. J. Clifford, of Wapato, Mont, are
registered at the Capital hotel.
Miss Muriel Luther, of Carlton, Ore,
is spending the weekend with Mrs H.
J. Hickerson, of $50 North Twenty first
street.
Governor Withycombe returned from
Portland this morning, where he spoke
to the Oregon Sons of the American
Revolution last night
w. V. Wilson, of Oakland, is register
ed at the Bigh. H. G. Bolton, who is
representing the Brown Shoe company,
of st. Louis, is also at the Bligh.
Edward L. Lord, of San Francisco, is
registered at the Marion. Other arriv-
ais there today are: R. w. Mcleod, of
San Francisco, and Daniel A. Polling, of
Boston
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Seventy five single Elks were made
at home last night, when the married
men of the lodge took the single men
to their homes and royalty feasted
them. After the feed, about go local
of the lodge assembled at the
club rooms and held initiation cere-
monies admitting Fred J. Smith, Henry
Werner and p. l. Hibler to the fratern-
ity. A general iollifieation followed,
the meeting holding until late hour.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

ly downhearted, it cleared and large
and varied crowd thronged the floor of
the armory, which beat to the tread Of
merry, twinlding feet until midnight
AS result the company fund received
welcome increase
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23
AUCTION SALE

At the Peoples Quick Exchange
Auction Market. on Saturday.
Feb. "a, at 10 A. NJ, consisting
of
10 A. NJ, added list, blacksmith
outfit consisting of portable
forge, ! iron wise, ! No. 1 patent
tire setter, one S0-lb. anvil, set
dies, hammers, chissels, punches.
pliers, forks, shovels, spades.
set seat springs and many
other things. good hack, one
S-year old horse weight 1,20O
pounds, sold under a guarantee
? good Jersey cows, one Just
fresh; | Ohio 1-2-in. feed cut.
ter, one l-horse wagon, / surrey.
! box tools, l horse blanket.
one 6 left. cross-cut saw, ]
spring wagon, and many othei
things which the farmers will
bring in on morning of sale, in
cluding horses and harness, etc.
At 1870 P. NJ, Household Furni.
ture, including good 4-hole
ranges, | good combinationo gas
and wood steel range, one 4.hole
cook stove, 2 air-tight heaters,
one u oak hall tree with large
beveled mirror, ! gas pressure
tank, l office chair, carpet
sweeper, l square extensions table,
! sanitary couch, fumed oak
library table, l extra good pair
portiers, l baby's combination
high chair and rocker, baby
nursing chair, l folding camp
cot, | mirror, | set dining chairs,
kitchen treasures, l New Home
d. H. sewing machine, l fir
library table, bed springs and
mattresses, kitchen utensils and
dishes and many other things.
Everybody welcome, ladies es-
peeially invited. Absolutely the
only auction market where the
public controls the prices.
Watch the papers for future
farm stock sales.
F. N. WooDRY, Auctioneer,
Phone 511
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23
Battalion Sergeant Major Jones, of

Battalion Sergeant Major Jones, of
the Third battalion, Third regiment,
Oregon National Guard, arrived from
Portland yesterday to assist First Lieu
tenant l.. H. Compton, adiutant of the
Third battalion, in turning over ordn-
ance property received from the militia
arsenal at Benecia, Cal, while the regi-
ment was on the border and just before
being mustered out at Clac ckamas. The
ordnance consists of rifles, ammunition
and accounterments in sufficient guam
tity to outfit large body of men.
These pieces of ordnance have been held
by the regiment under charge of Lieu
tenant Compton ever since the return
from the border. The stuff is to be
turned over to the government
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

H. R. Salisbury, special representa-
tive OF the Portland branch Whitehead
and Hoag, who has been in the city sew
eral days, has returned to the Rose City
He was formerly connected with the Ell
lison-White Chautauqua system as a
=" dip" man.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Heralding the coming of true spring.
the robins are back on the state house
grounds Much has been said concern
ing the "white' robin, and this year
several of the birds have been seen
with white feathers. The birds appear
very plump and in good condition. The
time of their arrival is timely, as the
state house force is cleaning house after
the legislature, and needs all the as
sistance possible.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Under the direction of Miss Marvin
state librarian, there will be literary
program given at the Girls Industrial
school this evening. The program will
be given by the girls and will consist
of readings and music.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23
A good crowd jolly music and plenty

of it, and fine time in general marked
the jitney dance given last night under
the auspices Of the Cherrians for the
benefit of Company NJ. Although earlier
in the evening the weather was decided
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

When in need of help of any kind
call or phone Salem employment Agen-
ey. Room II Breyman building. Phone
S4S. 2-24
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Ten Knights of Pythias went to Hub
bard last night to assist in the annivers-
airy celebration of the lodge W. T..
Rigdon was the chief speaker from the
Salem delegation.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Dance at Brooks Sat, Feb. "a, will
be iitney instead of as at first adver-
tised. Everybody come. 2-23
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

All kinds of housefurnishings at E.
i. Stiff & Son S auction house, 34l N.
Com ! Saturday 1880 p. m.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23
All Around Town

a Portland hospital undergoing an
operation, has returned 10 salem and is
rapidly recovering her health. She was
in Portland two or three weeks.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Reports from Rosedale last night were
to the effect that there are Is inches
of snow ON the level. This is not bad,
when we consider that Utah is bloekad-
ed, and the east as whole is covered
with the white blanket, and is starv-
ing from the effects.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

DR.. F. H. Thompson, 416 Bank of
Commerce Practice limited to diseases
of eye, ear, nose and throat, and gener-
al surgery. tt
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

There are scores of young men and
and young women in Salem who should
enter the new classes at the Capital
Business College next Monday. Short
hand and stenotypy in day school; short
hand in night school. If you have been
considering such a course, don t put off
beginning any longcr-aet now. See the
principal some evening this week be-
tween 4 and 800
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

The executive board of the Christian
Endeavor convention will have dinner
at the Y. W. C. a. rooms this evening at
5 o'clock.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

E. @. Clement, postOffice inspector,
who has been visiting postoffices in the
vicinity, is in Salem today. He was
working at the Salem office in making
out reports.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Furnish that spare room or the whole
house at auction sale of furniture, 34l
n. Com I 80 p. IN. saturday
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

DR.. John F. Hancher, assistant secre-
tary of the board of education of New
York City, arrived in the city this
morning, to speak to the members of
the Willamette university student body.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Salem's pIide-the smokers joy
On sale at all cigar stores-La Corona
Zoe.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Notable for its observance of Wash
ington' S birthday was the Frame Shop
on Court street, which had a window
especially decorated for the occasion.
Only a few of the business houses of
the city took the trouble to hang out a
flag or even put up Il picture of "The
Father of His Country"
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

The building is being repaired at pres
ent by Charles Parmenter, a local ear
penter.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

George Eyre, who is buying up and
shipping hogs, says one leaked out of
the ear on the way to Portland Tuesday.
He said the car had no holes in it, so
he fancies it "leaked" out of the door,
He probably forgot to examine the
roof, for it is possible from the way
hogs are going up, it might have taken
that route.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23
The Royal Neighbors of America hell

The Royal Nelghbors Of Amerlca held
a birthday party at the hall in the Der
by-Lafky building last night, in honor
of George Washington and those mem
bers of the camp whose birthdays came
in February \ short program of music
and recitations was given by the mem
bers. The Modern Woodmen were in
vited to the meeting. and fine supper
was served
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Mr.. P. B. Jarman and family, of Dal-
las, moved to Salem Tuesday where
they intend to make their home. Mr..
Jarman is to be the manager of the New
Golden Rule store. The store viii open
for business at the completion of the
building, which is located on Liberty
street, next to Ye Liberty theatre. j. c.
Penny & Co. have l25 stores which are
scattered all over the United States,
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

In order to accommodate passenger
traffic across the willamette river here.
ferry win be established this evening,
which will make trips beginning at 5:45
p. M Round trips will be made every
is minutes and quick service given be
tween the 0. c, L. company's dock and
West Salem. The ferry will be launch
operated by T. G. Wood, of this city.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

DR.. D. x. Beechler, dentist, located
"a mile north of the fair grounds, Port
land road. Owing to no office expense
prices reasonable. 1-21
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Every lady attending E. L. Stiff &
Son S furniture auction Saturday after
noon, at 34l n. Coml will receive a
useful souvenir.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Free souvenirs for the ladies 341 N.
Commercial, Saturday l:3O ?. m. Fur
niture auction.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Furniture auction 341 N. Com'l Sat
urday 1880 ?. m.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Bring in your hogs next Thursday,
March LIST, $ll,15 or better for best. u.
w. Eyre. 20
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Oranges 1Oc per doz. at U. M. Roberts
grocery.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

The Foresters of America will have a
new hall in which to hold their meet
ngs, beginning with next week. when
they will move into the rooms recently
vacated by the Salem Motorcycle club.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

A car of bananas was received by To-
cal produce and commission men this
morning, and is being distributed to the
retailers of Salem and the surrounding
country.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

The Salem Women's club will meet
Saturday in Waller hall. Beginning at
$3.50 an organ recital will be given by
DR.. Frank w. Chace, to which the
members are expected to bring their
friends.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23
COMING EVENTS

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Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

"Promptness and neatness In watch
repairing" Pomeroy and Wallace, 1875
Commercial tt
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1917-02-23

Oranges 1Oc per doz. at G. NJ Roberts
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-01-27
Traer New. Items.

Special to TimeS-ReDublican.
Traer, Jan. 27--Word came from
Chattanooga, Tenn, that little Jean
Smith had so far recovered as to be
able to continue her Journey and that
the entire Smith family would leave
today for Albany, Ca. where they ex-
pect to remain until spring
Tom Hid and family, who were
burned out in Howard township last
week, have rented the Hibbs property
near Toledo and are already getting
settled in their new home. Six acres
Of land comprise the place
ALBERT .Halupnick. who with his
brother Amiel has been farming the
Halupnick place four miles south Of
town, moved this week to the Herman
Peterson farm one mile southeast Of
Hudson. Amiel will work the Halup-
nick place alone this year.
The Misses McKarral are here from
Mount Vernon this week helping their
mother in moving to the college town.
They have leased a furnished house
and will make Mount Vernon their
home till the girls are thru college.
John Kahler Is to be administrator
OF the Gus Kahler estate. 1t is prob
able that some Of the Kaihler boys will
continue to operate the 16o-acre farm.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-01-27
DAM CASE WEDNESDAY.
Judge Wade to Hear $431 900 Damage
Z. Suit at keokuk. S


Special to Times-Republican
Iowa. City, Jan. T.-Judge Martin j.
Wade, Of the United States court will
try a $4,000 damage suit Wednesday
at Keokuk, when and where the
Prairie OH and Gas Company sues the
Mississippi River Power Company.
The plaintiff alleges that its pipe lines
and pumping stations at Fort Madison
were damaged on account Of back
water caused by the erection Of the
dam at Keokuk.
Another big case to be tried by the
Iowa City jurist, in conjunction with
Judge Reed and Judge Smith. OF the
district court and circuit court OF APP
peals, respectively. will begin at
Waterloo Tuesday. Two states are In
terested therein, as citizens Of South
Dakota seek to set aside an order Of
the interstate commerce commission
affecting express rates, from Sioux
City into South Dakota points. Under
the law, this is a triangular" session
two district Judges and one circuit
Judge being competed to near Jle
case. The suit is wv pending in the
Sioux City court.