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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
;eVen Big Scenes Make GoIdWy
Spectacle Great.
Race, Fire, Parade and Panic Features
OF Polly OF The Circus

VI f0lty VI Inc circus.
"Polly of the Circus starring Mae
Marsh, the famous little heroine of
The Birth of a Nation" and "Intol-
erance," with which the Goldwyn Pic
lures Corporation makes its formal
bow to the public, sets a new high
water mark for elaborate and spec
tacular production. 1t is the biggest
drama of its kind that has ever been
attempted in motion pictures.
The perturbation of Margaret
Mayo's famous play, which was such
big stage success in both America
and Europe, and which will be shown
May 8th, at the Opera House, is the
final accomplishment of a stupendous
undertaking which required not only
staff of specialists and artists, but
also the population of an average
American town and the equipment of
a complete circus to produce.
Some idea of the magnitude of the
undertaking is gained by the time and
effort put into the production 1t took
eleven weeks to photograph the scenes
that make up "Polly of the Circus"
after several months of preparation
before the camera came into play. In
addition to the members of the cast,
more than five hundred persons were
used as "extras" to carry out. the
effect.
In order to create true atmosphere
of circus life, it was necessary to build
a city occupying two square blocks,
which served only for this picture.
But, four New Jersey towns that are
very much on the map also figure in
the picture. Hohokus furnished the
race track, where Polly wins a spirit
ed race. Through the streets of En-
glewood passed the circus parade in all
its gaudy raiment, and Kirkville is the
scene of the early morning arrival OF
the circus, so dear to the heart of
every boy, and where is also shown
| the departure at night. Later the big
top was pitched at Fort Lee, where
the Goldwyn studios are located, and
a regular circus performance given be-
| fore the camera.
All through "Polly of the Circus
runs the thread of romantic, and at
times pathetic story of the little or
phaned circus girl, but it is punctuated
with seven big spectacles, which can
be catalogued as follows:
| The rack track, with the stands filled
with people, where horse race is run
over mile track, with Polly riding
| the winner.
The parade of the circus through
the streets, as complete as. Barnum
and Bailey would have it, with cal
Hope, bands of music, ornameptet
wagons, lions, tigers and all the rest
of the menagerie, and horses, camels
and elephants.
The arrival of the circus in the
morning, the erection of the big top
and at night the tearing down of the
show and it's departure.
The performance under the big top
realistic with clowns and aerial per-
| formers.
A midway, with five thousand per-
sons surging among the freaks of the
show.
A village which was built to sur
round the circus, and which occupies
two city blocks.
Finally, a photo-silhoutte of the
fire and panic under the big top, show
ing the escape of wild animals among
the panic-stricken spectators, which
leads upto the climax of the story.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
PUBLIC SALE.
VALUABLE ORCHARD PROPERTY

BY, virtue of the authority vested in
MN by a deed of trust, dated on the
18th day of May, 1916, executed nv
the Green Hill Orchard Company to
r. l.. Bushong, Trustee, recorded in
the office of the County Clerk of JEFF
ferson County, West Virginia, in Deed
Book 113, page $50, the undersigned
+. Il. Bushong, Trustee. will offer for
sale at public outcry in front of the
Court House in Charles Town. in lief
terson County, West Virginia, at elev-
en- o'clock, a. M, on
Saturday, May 25th, 1918,
the following described orchard pron-
erty:
That certain parcel of real estate
improved with
AN OCHARD.
located just north of Charles Town
adjoining the land of Julia L. Terrell
about three miles north of Charles
Town, in Jefferson County, West Vir-
glnia, containing twenty acres. and
beng the same property that was con-
veyed to the Green Hill Orchard Com
pany by John I. Porterfeld and F. +.
Bushong, Special Commissioners. nv
deed dated on May 22nd, 1916, and Of
record IN the County Clerks office of
Jefferson County w. Va, in Deed
Book 113, page 545.
TERMS OF SALE, as provided in
said Deed of Trust :-One-third cash
on day of sale, and the residue in two
equal annual installments evidenced
by the notes or bonds of the purchaser.
bearing interest from date Of sale. and
SAID deferred payments to be secured
oy deed of trust on the property
F. L. BUSHONG, Trustee.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
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List Of letters remaining in the Post
Office at Charles Town, Jefferson coun-
ty, w. Va, on Saturday, April 9th
1918. Persons calling for same will
be required to pay one cent for each
letter.
e. Bensonf J. V. Bishop, w. NJ.
Colinger, R. w. E. Cole, N. D., LeVan
Ferrall, 2 letters; viii Clay, R. z.
Keiffer, H. J. Knight, w. E. Lemley,
Clifton Lewis, Patrick McEroy, George
Mishkin, L. c. Pully, Carl Semstron,
Herman Seiger, C. S. Baker, C. C.
Hudlkins, Miss Lana Caldwell, Mrs. H.
L. Dorsey, Mrs. H. L. Hagerty, Mrs.
VIM. Hougleton, Miss Leona johnson,
Mrs. Louisa Johnson, 2 letters; Miss
Ruth Johnson, Miss Mildred Martin,
Miss Lillian Moore, 2 letters; Miss
Mildred Moore, Miss Eunice Part, Mrs.
Ann Shirley, Miss Grace Sexter, Mrs.
Frank Warner, Miss f. G. Williams.
The above letters, if not called for
within fifteen days will be sent to the
dead letter Office. Persons calling for
them will please say that they are ad-
verrsed. S. c. YOUNG, P. M.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Twelve Men Left For Camp Meade
Last Friday.

Twelve Jefferson County men left
for Camp Meade last Friday afternoon
on the 2 o'clock train. Quite crowd
of relatives and friends were at the
depot to see them off. Their names
are as follows:
John Hughson Barnes, Middleway;
William Edward Hawk, Bolivar; AL
len Leon Ridgeway, Harpers Ferry;
William Neill Anderson, Ransom; Earl
Wheaton, Petersburg, W. Va; Law
renee Wesley Piper, Harpers Ferry;
VIM. Jacquelin Getzendanner, Charles
Town; James Clinton Shanholtzer,
Cold Stream, w. Va; Harry w. Biller,
Summit Point; Wade H. Jackson,
Charles Town.
Howard Sechrist and Craighill
Perry, who will enter the service as
volunteers, both having order numbers
in the draft list so high that neither
would be called for some time unless
he goes voluntarily went along with
the quota as volunteers.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Headquaf ters for Plants

Do you know how easy it is to get
plants by parcel post. Send us the
money and Uncle Sam will deliver
them at the same prices we sell them
at our gardens if ordered in lots of
so cents or more.
We sell only such varieties as have
been tried in our business of vegetable
growing.
Orders amounting to less than so
cts. allow cts. for postage. Cabbage
seed has been treated to prevent rot.
Transplanted Early Cabbage plants.
l2c ped doz., 75c per 100.
Seed bed early Cabbage plants, 1oc
per doz., Coo per 100.
Transplanted Early Tomato Plants.
lie per doz-, 75c per 100.
Transplanted Main Crop EarIy To-
mato Plants, 10c per doz., 6Oc per 100.
Sweet Pepper Plants 12c per doz.
Caulifiower Plants I2c DER doz
Beet Plants, Sc per doz
Also can supply Barred Plymouth
Rock Eggs for Matching at si.OO for
10 eggs. BENZ. HARTZELI,.
Apr.2-6t. Shepherdstown, w. Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
H. A. Lockhat Charged With Violation
m EsDjOnage Act.

u. S. Deputy Marshal E. w. Athey
came to Jefferson county yesterday
morning and returned to Martinsburg
with H. A. Loekhart, well known res
ident of near Wheatland, who is charg-
ed with having violated the espionage
act by making disloyal utterances-
1t is said that Lockhart recently
made statements discouraging the
draft; talked freely about laws made
since the declaration of war with Ger
many, and in general made light OF
our part in the conflict. He was given
a trial yesterday afternoon before
Commissioner H. A. Downs and was
held to await the action Of the Federal
grand jury at Wheeling on 81 900 bail.
Last week number of warrants
were issued by District Attorney
Walker for violation of the espionage
act, and it is quite likely that in the
next few days many arrests in the
Northern district will be reported.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Withdrawal For Mayor.

/ hereby announce my withdrawal
as candidate for Mayor. | take this
opportunity to thank the people of
Charles Town for the loyal support
given my administration during the
past four years, and to the many
friends who have offered me their sup
port for reelection, extend to them
my highest appreciation of the same.
CLAYTON L. HAINES.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Children Cry
FOR FLETcHER'S
CA 8 Q RIA
Sunday School Convention.

The State Sunday School Conven-
ton for West Virginia viii be held at
Clarksbarg, May 8, 9, and 10, and il
promises to be a very interesting and
profitable event. Many Sunday school
specialists from various parts of the
country will be present, and splen-
did programme will be carried out. A
large attendance is expected, and the
city of C1arksbsrg will extend gsner-
Gus Hospitality. Delegates will be sr-
tertained upon the Harvard plan, shat
is, lodging and breakfast will be pro-
vided free, and delegates will secsre
other meals at their own expense,
Any Sunday school worlssr who desires
to attend the convention can sesure
proper credentials by applying to w.
P. Licklider, secretary of the county
convention, shephsGdstown. 1t is hA2
ed that jefferson county VIZ be w&I
represented.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Ransom City Council Grants Permit foI
Quarry In Ransom.

At their regular meeting last Tues
day night the Ransom City Council
granted a permit to Mr.. C. E. Upton
for the opening of stone quarry and
to erect lime kiln and necessary
switches on forty acres of land pur-
chased from Col. R. p Chew on the
north side of the Belt Line and the
west side of the B. & o. Railroad, in
Ransom
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
The American Greed.
(By William Tyler Page. }

believe in the United States q
America as a government Of the peo-
pie, by the people, for the people;
whose just powers are derived from
the consent of the governed; a derfo-
cracy in republic; a sovereign nation
of many sovereign states; a perfect
union, one and inseparable; establish
ed upon those principles of freedom
equality, justice and humanity for
which American patriots sacrificed
their lives and fortunes.
/ therefore believe it is my duty tc
my country to love it; to suapsrt its
Constitution; to obey its laws; to res
pect its flag, and to defend it against
all enemies.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
ITse Aliens Foot Ease.

The antiseptic powder to be shaken
into the shoes and sprinkled into the
foot bath. If you want rest and COM
fort for tired, aching, swollen, sweat
ing feet, use Aliens FootEase. 1t
relieves corns and bunions of all pain
and prevents blisters, sore and callous
spots. Sold everywhere, 25c. Try it
TODAY.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
For COUNCILMAN.

| hereby announce myself a candi-
date for reelection as Councilman
from the First Ward of Charles Town.
1f'elected promise to give the posi-
ton close and conscientious attention.
o. M. DARLINGTON.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Red Cross Free Moving Pictures
Monday. NAV 6.

Look out for the Red Cross Moving
Pictures, Monday, May 9th, at the
Opera House, fine music, good speak
ing The pictures are, "Humanity's
Appeal" ''field Service on the West
ern Front" and "In the Ruins of
Rheims Free. Free!! Free!M
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
FOR COUNCILMAN.

Mr.. Editor
Please announce Mr.. j. M. Miley as
a candidate for reelection as council
man from the Second Ward, subject
to the action of the voters at the COM
ing corporation election.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Warning To Consumers Of Coal.

1t is earnestly urged by the United
States Fuel Administration that all
consumers of coal who can do so, shall
Immediately place with local dealers
their order for whatever coal is neces-
sary to carry them through next win
ter, so that arrangements may be
made by him to deliver the coal as
soon as possible.
Unless a continuous flow of coal is
kept from the mines to the consumer
the spring and summer, serious
shortage next winter may result.
PLACE YOUR ORDER FOR COAL,
NOW.
Published by Order of
Federal Fuel Committee For
Jefferson County. w. Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
FOR MAYOR.

At the earnest solicitation of num-
erous friends, Mr.. Thornton T. Perry
has consented to be candidate for
Mayor of Charles Town. He will be
supported at the coming election by
MANY VOTERS.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

NOTICE TO SUN SUBSCRIBERS.
l am now in a position to take Bal
timore Sun subscriptions at $3.50 a
year, soc less than any one in the
county can furnish you the old relia-
BILE Baltimore Sun.
G. NJ. SLIFER,
East Washington Street,
Charles Town, w. Va.
Save soc and buy Liberty Bonds and
help our boys ''over there"
April ct.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
FOR COUNCILMAN.

We are authorized to announce Mr..
Dewitt c. Strider as candidate for
reelection to the Town Council from
the Fourth Ward of Charles Town,
subject to the action of the voters at
the approaching corporation election.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
FOR THE LEGISLATURE.

We are authorized to announce Mr..
M. o. Rouss as a candidate for the
Democratic nomination for Member of
the House of Delegates from Jeffer-
son County. He will be supported in
the coming Primary Election by
MANY VOTERS.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
FOR COUNCILMAN.

We are requested to announce Mr..
William H. Anderson as candidate
for reelection as councilman from the
Third Ward of Charles Town at the
approaching corporation election.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

Every administrator, executor, or
other person in West Virginia in con-
troll of accidents estate of the value
of $4,000 or more should make a re-
turn or file notice with S. A. HAYS.
Collector of Internal Revenue, Park
ersburg, West Virginia. The Collec-
tor will furnish forms for use in max
ing returns. The law provides a fine
not exceeding $500 should any person
liable to dc so fail to make return
within kirty days after the death of
desedent, or coming into the possess
sion of the estate. The law also pro-
vfdes penalty not exceeding $500, or
imprisonment not exceeding one year,
or both, in the discretion Of the court,
should such person make false state
ment in any return which he is re-
CURED to file. 1t is therefore very
important, in the firse place, that the
return should be made in thirty DAYS,
and in the second place that it should
give the true and actual value of the
estate
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

Hives, eczema, itch or salt rheum
sets you crazy. Can't bear the touch
of your clothing. Doan's Ointment is
fine for skin itching. All druggists
-sell it, Coo a box.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Blaeksmith'ng, Wood and
General Repair Work

The undersigned has taken the snop OF
Mr. d Phillips. opposite B. & o. depot
where he is prepared to do all kinds OF
olacksmihing, wood and general repair
work.
H0RsESHoEING A SPECIALITY.
A liberal share of the public patronage
respectfully solicited.
Feb sly THOMAS MOgRIR
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

Can't look well, eat well, or feel
well with impure blood. Keep the
blood pure with Burdock Blood Bit
tiers. Eat simply, take exercise, keep
clean, and good health is pretty sure
to follow. $1.25 a bottle.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER.

FUR CUUNI1 CUMMISSIUNEh.
At the solicitation of many friends,
Mr.. Logan B. Shut has consented to
become a candidate for County Com
missioner for Kabletown District. He
will be supported in the Democratic
Primary by MANY VOTERS.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
For Rent.

FOR RENT.The store room No.
520 West Washington street. Apply
70 D. s. HUGHES.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

1t is honorable and nothing to be
ashamed Off in the right to al
ways let the whole world know just
where you stand.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

Garden Seeds are lower in price at
Miller's Pharmacy.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
For Rent.

FOR RENT:-From April 1st. a d.
room fiat in the Beckwith BUILDING
Apply to Frank Beckw;th
March left.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Automobiles WARNING.

Automobiles are hereby warned
against the practice of speeding in
Charles Town. The officers have been
instructed to set traps for those VIC
lating the law in this way, and those
indulging in this practice will be
caught unless they mend their habits.
CLAYTON L. HAINES,
Mayor.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

FOR RENT:-Several houses near
town, suitable for men who want to
work by the day.
JOHN C. BURNS & co.
FOR SALE:-One pair of large
mules, also one land pulverizer. APP
ply to G. S. CALLAN.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Fer Sale.

Two-hundred (200) Locust Post.
LEWIS B. WALKER.
Charles Town, w. Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

WANTED:-Men to learn automo-
bile building, also experienced me-
chanics between the ages of 16 and 20
or 81 to so. Ideal working conditions,
with excellent chance of advancement.
Apply in person at
Norwalk Motor Car Co.,
Apr.23-6t. Martinsburg, w. Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

Farmers & Merchants DepOSltu
Bank of Charles Town
Jefferson Security Bank
National Citizens Bank
Farmers Bank of Stephenson
Jefferson Bank & Trust Go.
Bank of Harpers Ferry.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30

See C. Il. Eby & Co. if you need
plows, manure spreaders or corn
planters.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1918-04-30
Meet Your Uncle Sa

He's got bagfull of the best securities on earh-a
behind tyou know what that means He's putting these fighting
into the homes OF our folks from Maine to California Why &
chance OF aletme to help this grand old country
and to lay something by for that little house on the
hill you have been dreaming about. Meet You
"Honest ooode2 Raouo No +hoxo ,,o,ro,. Uncle Sal
was such goods ar any pony
n1u Bond Boob
WHAT! 1ou were looking everywhere and gahn
4Gl JUST s cnance! FINE! Open the bag Uncle the fga
- o'o = 10 iio 'aAe q uozell get in BILL
The undersigned Banks of the County recommai
their customers and the general public the purCaS
Liberty Bonds as patriotic dutyand safe inyeSn
1t you are short of cash with which to buy same we
lend YOU the money Come in and let nc aYnain our
The courier-index., 1918-12-13
THRIFT

One afternoon a woman was walk ing through suburban village, when she noticed a small boy leaning on a gate in front of one of the residences The boys attitude did not betray any great amount of ambition.
 ''I am surprised to see you standing here my little man." said the woman kindly. "Why do you idle away your time on such a beautiful afternoon?'
 "I am not idling," defiantly declar- ed the boy. "I am working for a thrift stamp
 Working for a thrift stamp" wonderingly responded the woman, who couldn't see any signs of labor.
 Yes, ma'am," returned the boy. MT. Smith is sitting on the veranda with sister, and he told me that he would give me the price of a thrift stamp if l would watch for father" Philadelphia Telegram
The courier-index., 1918-12-13
CORRECT ANSWER

A teacher was explaining to her pupils in the primary class the diff ference between civilized and uncivil- ized races. insisting upon the three things as requisites to civilization food, clothing and shelter.
 The following day she resumed her subject by way of review.
 What are the three things neces- sary to a civilized man." she asked.
 Several of the children remembered food and clothing. but the third re- quisite seemed to have entirely es- capped their recollection. Finally after the question had been repeated two or three times, one of the boys, the largest one in the class, raised his hand triumphantly.
 Well. James. you may tell us."
 "A wife" e."-Albany Press.
The courier-index., 1918-12-13
Letters From Our Soldiers

her brother Wayne Murdock, who is in France:
 November g, 1918. Dear Sister:
 Just a few lines to let you know that I am still o. K. and getting along fine. We have such nice camp here. Everything is so pleas antly arranged. The work in way is whole lot like the work 1 was doing for Captain Reber this time last winter. Isn't it coincidence that I am in an office this winter and was likewise in one last winter. The job I had last winter, of course. had more responsibilities with it than the one I now hold. Even at that. 1 like this one better, as I have nothing on my mind but my hair. The people here in town heard that peace had been made with Germany and most of them put on celebration, only to find out that at least it was prema ture. I think 1t is only matter of a few hours before it comes to pass. I might possibly get back in time to get turkey or so in April but will not be disappointed If don't get back before July.3 Don't know how this outfit will rank as regards going home, but think that it will either be the first or last.
 The weather here is about like VIC have this time year at home. Last year they had snow here for first time in several years.
 Am going out in town soon to buy a few little presents, so be on the you receive this. Have plenty of francs SO don't worry about me not being able to buy the little things T. might need. If I want money at any time bad enough, just watch me cable totyou for it. See how much faith I have in my little sister.
 Don't think that any more troops will leave the states, as things look like it is about over Tell Edward not to forget me. l am looking for ward to some fine fishing trips with the lad when I get back. Tell old Will Watson and the rest of the family shines hello for me. Thank Mrs. Hunnicutt and Ann Terry and the rest of the old sisters that were praying for me, for I think that their prayers have had some effect.
 Of course, this letter is to the rest of the family as well as to yourself, so pass it around Hoping that YOU ti,s t, ming along smoothly Love to all of you
 Lovingly,