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Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
Claud Ringo in Little Rock, Ark

Claud Ringo, formerly Of Mexico,
now located at Little Rock, Ark, sub
scribes for his old home paper, the
Mexico Evening Ledger, and wants to
be remembered particularly to his old
friend, Charley Dobyns. On the let
ter-head, we find that the firm OF
Barkman & Ringo, of Little Rock
Ark, are Wholesale dealers in jay.
birds, pint cups and persimmons;'
and from what we can hear, they ar
enjoying fine trade.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

camp Funston, is home on sick leave
and reports that they have plenty OF
boot ont there now, and the boys are
doing fine. He says probably more
physicians might be acceptable. lie
says they have some extra good , DOC
tors ont there; but as there has been
oonsidorable sickness, they have been
kept busy; but the general health 0i
the boys is improving,
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
TRY Is MORE NEGRO RIOTERS
How Twenty Fourth Infantrymen
Killed Two, Told in Court

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 10. -
Direct testimony Of how negro soldiers
deliberately fired at the motor car
driven at Houston, Texas, August 20,
killing Jones and wounding civilian
named Clayton, while girl and a
soldier on the back seat of the motor
car escaped unharmed, was given yes
terday by Frank Bebee and Joe Nc
Carthy, medical corps privates, at the
opening of the court-martial of fifteen
negroes of the Twenty-fourth lnfan-
try, who face death penalty charges
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
Preaching at Bethel

The Rev. A. M. Thomas will preach
at Bethel Presbyterian Church next
Sunday at II a. m. He will talk on
the subject of the war work, which the
church has undertaken in behalf OF
the soldiers in and about the canton
ments. Bethel will give him good
hearing. d.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

her work as teacher. - We will have
a short, simple program next Friday
afternoon. After that we will have
a candy pulling, the candy to be made
from sorghum or Karo syrup, and not
from sugar, for we all signed the
Hoover pledge. All the parents and
friends are invited to come.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

M. S. Bush, the undertaken, Wednes-
day donated to the following enter
prises in Mexico: A Christmas men,
bership in the Red Cross; $500 to the
Social Service Committee; $1.00 to the
Soldiers Knitting Fund. This is in
addition to Mr.. Bush's contributions at
his home in Centralia.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
$567 PAID FOR POUND OF
BUTTER SENT TO WILSON

WASHINGTON, Dec. 10. - Presi-
dent Wilson received yesterday a
pound of butter for his Christmas din
ner which cost s567. 1t was made by
Mrs. C. E. Easterday of Marmlerock,
Iowa, and auctioned'at a fair by the
Red Cross Auxiliary to Union and
Scott townships.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

Ask us what to buy for Christmas,
we've been answering that question
for the past quarter of a century and
are experts in supplying ideal gifts of
gold and silver wares at most satis-
factory prices,-ask us.
DIV WORRELL, The Jeweler
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
SENATOR WADsWORTH is W,

SENATOR WADSWORTH is wor-
rying because broom-sticks-"that is,
wooden guns"-are used in drilling
soldiers in some Of the camps. And
why not? That is how the British
drilled the army that is holding the
front in Flanders, and better army
never existed.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
Knitting Needles,

Late shipment of Amber and Ivory
silver decorated needles at special
Christmas price of $1.OO a pair; knit
ting and embroidery sets make al
ideal gift, we have them at $3.50, $500
$3.50 and $1,000.
dw WORRELL, The Jeweler
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
MEXICO BRICK COMPANY
OFFICE IN ST. LOIT

Robert H. Gray, of the Mexico Fire
Brick and Clay Company, has just
opened an office in the Continental
Bank of st. Louis. Mr.. Gray is q
first-class business man, and will
have charge of the st. Louis office
for both the Mexico plants.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
ROOK BARGAINS!

A special lot of the 6Oc Popular
Convrighted Books at 40c or three
for 81 90. These contain works of all
l;nds for everybody, by the Best Au-
tbors = Books you should want to
Give or own. CRADD0CK'S. DIT Wit
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
OUR GOVERNMENT SAYS
SHOP EARLY THIS YEAR
Save Money by Doing So

Our Christmas 1917 stock
was purchased before the pre-
vailing high prices. Make selec-
tions early and save money.
Our Government requests that
you shop early and ship early
this year.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

The many friends of Orlando WOr-
roll will be glad to know he is re-
covering rapidly from injuries receiy-
od in a recent accident at Camp Doni-
nban. Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

START your Business, Telegraph or
Civil Service course at the Chillicothe
Business College New Years Day,
Scores of young people will enter then
to qualify for the greatest demand
ever known for bank, office and rail
| road shnn. wit
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
Genuine PYralin Ivory.

Comb. Brush and Mirror, in cloth
lined box, fine value at $7.5O-lnltlal
engraved and inlaid in color free OF
charge.
DIV WORRELL, The Jeweler
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
USEFUL GIFTS FOR MEN,
pRACTICE CONSERVATION
At BARTH'S Store for Men

Show true gift spirit, and the
trne spirit of patriotism to the
nam " m bv giving him practical
~ifts. The purchase of useless
Fits is indeed a crime against
Ike government. Read our sug-
%estions, @ they're practical -
from a mans store-and will
please him.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
Our s1A.75 Elgin Watches

are really worth $4,000; they are fully
guaranteed and with proper care will
last and give good service for 20
years.
DIV WORRELL, The Jeweler
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

John T. Hook, of Longview Stock
Farm is in Mexico on visit to his
father, Grey Hook, who is critically
i'll.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

THE discovery that tetanus van
ishes in the presence of EPSON salts is
calculated to arouse respect for the
strategic ingenuity of germs.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
Hull Guaranteed Umbrellas,

snecial values at $3.50, $500, S1.oo'
coIored silks with Ivory handles
$1,000.
dw WoRRELL, The Jeweler
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

YOU can buy War Savings Certi-
ficates from your bank. Every FAM
lily in Audrain County should make an
investment in these certificates.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
MARRIED IN FAYETTE

Miss Leila Dubray, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. Sterling Price Dubray, of
Laddonia, was married in Fayette on
Wednesday to Joe Lee Beagles, of this
county. Both are members Of prom
inent Audrain families and most es-
timable young people.
They will be at home after January
first at Laddonia. The Ledger joins
the many friends of both in extend
ing congratulations and best wishes
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

Mexico got away to a flying start
in the Christmas campaign for men,
berships in the American Red Cross
by enrolling 1900 volunteer members
yesterday - Volunteer Monday. This
large number Of members was enroll
ed by women and girl workers sta
toned at twelve booths about the city.
The house to house canvass started
Tuesday. 1t is hoped to enroll 5000
dollar memberships in Mexico alone.
Today was Woman's Day in the Red
Cross campaign.
L. B. Hawthorne, county campaign
chairman, today praised the work OF
the women workers in making Volun-
teer Monday a big success.
GAS has always been true" sale
Hawthorne, "the women workers have
proved faithful and highly successful
in enlisting public sGpport for a hu
manitarian cause. They are particu
larlv effective in handling the Re-
Cross cause. The work of the work
ers on yesterday was largely respon
sible for the splendid showing o
Mexico in the early returns on tn
campaign"
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
NOW is THE TIME TO SUBSCRIBE
OR TO RENEW YOUR sUBSCRIP
TION TO THE MEXICO LEDGERu!

We are trying to give everybody plen-
ty of time to renew at the old rate.
There will be no exceptions to the
$l.5O a year in advance rate after
January 5th.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

H. H. NIEDERSCHUTE subscribed
fifty cents toward the Mexico Ledger
Tobacco Fund, and wants to help take
care of the boys in the trenches.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

Court has adjourned until January
7th, when the case of the alleged rob-
bers of the Farber Bank will be heard.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

For the boy. Something to
wear will encourage economy
and will not be cast aside after
Christmas.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

Miss Rosalie Smith, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. William Smith, is able to be
ont
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

SMITH BROS. will be closed all day
Xmas. dw1t
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
MEXICO HAS RAISED
MORE THAN ITS HALF
Ledger Special

Ledger Special
ST. LOUIS, Mo-, Dec. 10. - Wom-
ems Day in the American Red Cross
Christmas Membership Drive found
women throughout the Southwest
Division exerting every energy to set
a record in the campaign to enroll g.
100000 new members in the States of
Missouri, Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma
and Arkansas by Christmas Eve.
In many cities special exercises
were held in the work rooms where
special tribute was paid to the work
women are doing in the Red Cross.
Members of different chapters also
made a house to house canvass for
members.
Pre-campaign estimates on the en-
listments in the five states are be-
ing exceeded to a material degree and
there is every indication the division
will go "over the top" by great mar
gin.
Incomplete reports today showed
$1,000 new members in North Texas,
making a grand total for the first
two days of the drive of $4,000.
Crosby county, Texas, in two days
equalled 127 per cent. Thirty chap
ters out of eighty-six in Arkansas en-
rolled $4,000 on the opening day
| Nuecess County Texas, in one day
re-ordered 300 members; Corpus
Christi alone netted 1000.
Harry B. Wallace, President of the
Cupples Co., one of the highest sala.
ried men in commercial pursuits il
tie country, has accepted the position
of Assistant Director General of Mil
itary Relief in charge of service in thu
Red Cross in the camps and canton
ments at salary of 81 year.
The Springfield, Mo-, district will
only half the counties reported, hai
enrolled 10000 members. LOUIS Ia
BEAUME, Director Publicity, South
western Division.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
AT THE END OF THE DAY

Our Father, we thank Thee for
the love that follows us, no
matter what we do. Teach US the
Nervousness of the sin that does
despite unto Thy grace. For
Jesus sake. Amen.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

WE can't imagine any citizen Of Au-
drain county not joining the Red
Cross Society.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20

All gifts viii be put in holiday
boxes.
Mexico weekly ledger. (Mexico, Mo.) 1855-1956, 1917-12-20
R. M. White & Son

DON'T forget to join the Red Cross
Society this week. Everybody is do
ing it.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

roorNAKERS wanted! first class 40 cents ner
hour steady work. DAYS pc, week; ! shifts, hitts,
alternatIng each month: we VIII refund trans
nortation after 30 days work with us; we
nave no labor trouble and have large con-
tract for work Come or write to Employ.
mSnt Department. American Brake Shoe and
Foundry Co, 713 state ST.. Erie. Pa.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
Observation-Disclosures


SOUTH ARDNORE-Owncr going to California
offers his beautiful lO-roOm home below pres
ent value TO effect quick SALE story, stone
and frame: hot-watcr heat, gas and cleo
triCity, very large uorChcs; awnings. screens,
tty.. included, plot 1OONl2S inClOsed with
hedge. beautiful shrubbery: very unusual
home and location. 70 inspect see NM. s.
DAVIS, office at station; terms.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

GLENSlDE-New Colonial S.room house; open
tricity laundry, etc; $4,000; terms: call today
RENNINGER & RENNINGER, Glenside, Pa
GIENsIDE--New 7-room house Ess ana cleo
tric god lot; terms TO suit; $4,000; $500 cash:
call today.
RENNINdEH q REMINDER, Glenside. Pa
HANERFORD--
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
SITUATIONS wANTED-FEMALE

COMPANION or nurse - Engshwoman, re-
turning to England shortly, would act as
companion nurse in return for passage.
744, Ledger Central
aOVERNESS-North German wishes position:
good references I5S. Ledger Central.
SECRETARY Y-S'rENOGRAPHER, business all
the time, wants a position where fidelity and
execution chief factors; is at present em-
ployed: has also experience IN advertising, in
slranCe and kindred lines Il II, Ledger Of
hce.
STENOGRAPHEP-SECR exp. compp-
tant and capable corr, S1Ondent; understands
office details salary SIS J sal. Led. Cent.
YOUNG WOMAN wants half-tlme work of any
kind. = 09i. LedCcr Office.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
AUTO SUPPLIES AND REPAIRING

NULCANTZED AND USED TIRES
PIERCE CO, 1927 PARAMOUNT AVE.
REGAL REPAIRS and parts O'kay Auto Re-
pair, e40 Diamond
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

suEET METAL WORKERS., 100 union; 62E
per hour large out,of town construction Camn.
ZION furnished free from Philadelphla only.
Hpplv Irwin & leighton. 15i n. 18th st.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

aTEANfFITTERS--Fift union men for MriEhts.
town n. J., 62hc per hours with plenty, OF
oVsrtimc: lodging and transportation furnished
free from Philadelphia only. Irwin Leigh
ION l54 n 10Th st.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

20 Won know YOU are a real salesman and
believe ~ Frasping 2 real opportn.Snityi come
bisiest season. and we must add several
bigh-rrade men to our force; we can, prove TO
,,ou that many Of our statesmen who never
soid ANYTHING in this line are making more
money than ever before; drawng account ana
eesrfs esats'0' FNCYCLOPAEDIA BRITANNICA
CORP, 13q S. 18th st.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

6TENoGRAPHER. about II familiar with elec.
.rical terms prcferred but not necessary;
state experience and salary. $50, Ledger
Central
TINSMtTHS. 100, union. for Wrightstown. n
0atb G Dcr hour; plenty OF overtime; lodging
Snd Transformation furnished free from Pha-
6elpha only. Apply Irwin q Leighton l'4
n 10Th st.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

fooT. DESIGNERS. cxnerienced on iigs and
fytures: excellent opportunity for the right
men Apply Remington Arms Co. Eddystone'
p, ri reference,
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

so ACRES--S5sOO; fine buildings. timber,
stream. See catalogue. II. G. Reese & son,
q East Airy st Norristown.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
SITUATIONS WANTED-MALE

NECHAN NICAL ENGINEER. experienced as SUI
perintendent and production man; technical
graduate; active and energetic; 20 years ex-
perience, covering various phases of factory
experience and management NJ 7j5, Ledger
Central.
A YOUNG BUSINESS MAN
desires permanent position with progressive
manufacturing concern; OpDOrtunltv for ad-
vancement more essential than initial salary;
have had y wears experience with large
business house in this city; desire change on
account Of no immediatc chance for advance
h'ent; University gradu1te married, rejected
from military service. ] Ilt. Ledgor CCmtraL
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

fOTrNG MAN. about 10 years. Of age. with some
exnerience in typewritinE, for general clerical
work in office Of large furniture manufacturers
GOOD opportunity for Advancement: state age
Office.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

Building Lots. Factory Sites. etc.
SEVERAL, LOTS suitable for factories. store
SEs S,s rds Ice piants or other Industries, with
Tsiroad frontage, In northern and north
asstern sections OF city; also several desirable
lots for dwelling operations VIII be sold on
easy 'Jr'pH IL RHoADs. 1876 s. 9TH st.
40 400 SQUARE FEET, corner main streets,
with railroad frontagei az grade ana level
Win ~aiIs: good labor market ana easy hauling
fo ali parts Of city MAuRANi DoLMAN a
Co, ~, II. cor Broad ana Shestnut'
,yI1p VVKNsrED containing 10 900 square feet
lth railrCrd nlding or priviegc g install one,
with or without improvements wv. asedgoo
OlIlCe
SITES nAIIlHoADi rsnnsylvanla aQ1 neadlue
$4,000 ptf acre and ". ~ m F| ~ |orHt HtI41|
In01|IH for IrIUI. DIE ~ n
~ rItNA fr1|4hI
.|1I& "l4IItnl ave.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

rrANFTTTERS wanted Apply India Refining
o "a swanson and Mexican SITS.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
Statesmen

PREssNiAN on, Gordon and half uniySersa7i S7,i
Ketteriinus Litho Mfg. Co. 405 Arch st. -
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
nuIIdinr Lots. Fnctorr sites. Etc.

SITE, in Bethlehem, Pa. near r. r.
and river 81? STORY stone building. SONGO feet
on lot 3QoXl7o feet; price $500, ~ story
well worth investigating. GARIS SINNER.
Bethlehem. Pa.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

FOOD WILL WIN THE wAR-LIf you Intensely
cultivate only 3 acres you will more than haye
money; you can do this without capital by
getting ; acres for S32i, payable So monthly;
located splendidly: good soil fine water. ali
conveniences; Liberty Bonds accepted in pay
ment Get booklet; act now. Gilbert OCal-
laghan, 7O3 Walnut St, Phla.
0 GOOD GLOUCESTER COUNTY farms with
from 70 I II acres; well located near Phila.
mkts.; this Is your oppOr.; make an appoint,
to see them n. Yorke Smith (either phone
316). 432 Market ST., camden, y. j.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
NEW JERSFY-SUBURRAN
PENNSYLVANIA

WOODBURY.. n. is MILES OUT
FINEST FACILITIES
For best property, all classes
+. l.. wilkins, IL Cooper St. Woodbury.. N.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
BUsINEss OPPORTUNITIES
INCORPnRATE

Il nt ~ CORP o RATE, ORGANIZE AND
'..1 @1 GUARANTEE cor. 226 Dro1ol bldg
F+Nt LADY dtslrea 70 invest a small raplfsl
. |||"NIN NuIInNa1I EIunn |1I4 nI0I|II.I.
-. I|II0I NI0c1'
Nh' a.,|'l. q |eY.4 ||ppo o
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
USED AUTOMOBILES


dition; cheap. Echo Garage, 1916 Chancellor.
CAplLLAC touring. excel mechanical condition;
elec lights. starter, slip covers. Poplar 731.
must sell iiGigTiG iii EGcnst nsT ST. G0dy iuS equipped
HUPMoRILE. 1917, 5-passsenger touring; used
MARMON-l9l5-101G--
AliE FANSiNG YsSf NfG9rS Sf %Af4is f3afF Tekes Go.
BROAD AND RACE STREETS
John T Cunningham MANAGER Used-Car Dept.
PAIGE 1915 TOURING passenger. ,0,3s, fully
nne; Big bargain, $3.50 0'''
-Bigelow-Wey Motor Co, 3O4 N. Broad ST.
29Gs G!G spac prcsd II s5
BiEelow-wiev Motor Co, s04 n. Broad ST.
Ike nd@ l%7 T SID just
Blgelow- Wiley Motor Co. 904 N.sT'road st
sTANTEY 5 ley uses kerostas for fuel Can you beat
STANLEY ~! MSoT3R GARRtXGE co
BTuTz BEARCAT CAR. also 1915 Mitchell I
hf PahSfsenEhr touring ear will be sold at reascn.
Girard ave ave %P Poplar 70 42iS iiS"eF' F. ''Ooo' i'iO
hEHESB Sss 4anas arowq for 6s5s Peroct condition.
- Wanted
wA.ETEp,-,An Autocar truck with coal dump
oooE tinker. S8l Cherry st.
AUTOMOBILES TO HIRE
LmousmEs. r69RHEN!8R 69 H!RF CARS & rAxrcAps
Special shqppins. Rate, si775 per hour hour 90
Ford Town Cars
Autos for Weddings and Funerals.
, AMERICAN TANICAB co.
Spruce 65. l4l1 Locust. Race 245.
TO HlRE-Day or night brand-nevy. 5-passen-
Ker touring cars Sl25 hour; new 7-pa ssenger
nmousines, 81. 30 hour up; weddings. funerals
specially. 1888 RIDGE ave Bell phones
PARK oO sptea or rates Psp by isy Gay Key
TRUCKS for hire. l. and 8 tons: quick serv-
ptSse: terms right. Melville. 90 NJ SGD st
- Phone Belmont 1925
~ hlRE--Two-ton truck all kinds OF hauling
<t@o w Norris st. Diamond 232O j.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

PIPE COvERERs and helpers wanted; to work
sf Wrlgh'vtOwn, ~ j.. camp. Apply Amer
lean insulation Co. 1912 Filbert st. Room
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
OLD GOLD

OLD GOLD. rilver. platinum. plated ware old
stvle iewelry teeth plat bought for cash.
Est 1917. ]. l.. CLARK. rehner, S0I SAMSON.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
NEW JERSEY FARMS

BUCKS and Nontg Co farms all sizes e. prices
RENNINGER & RENNlNGER. Glensde. Pa.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

PENNsYLvANIA-sUBURBAN
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03

FRANK TOOMEY. Inc, 12I n, Sd st.
ELEVEN l5O-H. p tubular boilers.
Six 1O0-H T. tubular boilers.
Ready for quick shipment
BURCHFIELD co. GOf Arch st.
AIR COMPRESSORS - 24x24x30-in. Rand"
1Bx1Sxi lxlG-in, compound 'Sulliyan; others
smaller in stock Seyferts. I3I N. 3d St
DYNAMOS AND MOTORS AND MACHINERY
bnught sold. YTcARSLEY CO, 22i N Sd st.
gasoline engines. Burchheld Co, 60i Arch ST.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1917-11-03
HELP wANTED-MALE


u T,TFRNNiAIIERS--Are you a frst-class wood
Fs tternmaker? II so we can oUer YOU. q per
manent position. with an opportunity Tor ad-
,ancempnt; to steady, reliable married men we
N.iii nav moving expenses; preference given to
wWonunion men; IL Interested write for applica.
zion blank or apply In person 20 De Laval
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1917-02-23
GENERAL STAFF To
SEND THEIR BILL

WASHINGTON, D. c.. Feb. 23.-The
army general staff universal military
training bill was transmitted to con-
gress today. action thereon being prob
able before adjournment is taken. The
measure differs from the Chamberlain
bill which has already passed the SEN
ate in that it provides that each re-
cruit shall be given one years inten-
sive training with the coiors, instead
of six months. as provided in the for
mer measure. The bill has the ap
proval of Secretary Baker of the war
department
Exclusive of certain exemptions
therein named, the army staff bill re-
quires that every youth on attaining
the age of nineteen, shall register with
the military commander of the district
wherein he resides, and from those so
registered will be chosen a sufficient
number to keep the army at its nor
NAL peace strength of approximately
2,000, 000 men. This number, 1t is
stated, is not to be raised the first
year of the bills enforcement, but will
be increased gradually until the max
imum is attained Youths after sery-
ing one year with the colors, are
transferred to the reserve corps, be-
ing then subject to military service
until they are thirty-five years of age,
and participating annually in military
1laneuvers that are to be ordered, re-
curing about ten days service each
year with the colors.