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The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
Coast Leading Nation

SAN FRANCISCO, April F. - Two hundred and eighteen flags have been already awarded to towns in tho Twelfth Reserve district which is lead ing the nation in the number of flags. Oregon was the first state in the na- ton to report every county's quota reached. The total subscription in this district, to last night, amounted to ffty-nine million, five hundred seventy mine thousand, eight hundred dollars.
 San Francisco has subscribed tweh- ty-eight million dollars.
 Indications today are that all of the larger cities within the Twelfth Reserve district will reach their quotas end by Saturday noon.
 The Standard Oil company of Cal- ifornia has taken one million and a half dollars worth of the Liberty loan.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
TRAITOR IS SHOT
 IN HEAD

PARIS, April F, Standing before 9 firing squad in the Vincinnes forest, Bolo Pasha, condemned traitor, en- tirely lost his attitude of indifference he maintained during the trial, and when the rifles spoke, Bolo crumpled up with bullets in his head. Death was instantaneous as every shot from the members of the firing squad went 10 the head.
 BoIo Pasha woT' new suit. brought to the prisoner Ly lis brother, wore white gloves aEu went before the fir ing squad without a struggle.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
HUNS CLAIM A
 VICTORY OVER
 THE AMERICANS

AMSTERDAM, April IT, -. The Wolff Bureau, the German agency, in dispatches flom Berlin says that Mon day night, north of St. Michiel, the Germans stormed and captured che main part of the American positions east and southeast of Maizey on the right bank of the Mouse The dis patch says that large section of the main enemy defense lines (American) on the high road from St. Michiel to Rouvrois, for three miles were taken despite the enemy's brave resistance. The enemy suffered the severest ca sualtieS and many prisoners were talk en.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
BRITISH NAVY
 BOATS ENGAGE
 HUN TRAWLERS

LONDON, April F. - A short naval conflict in which gunlire was used has taken place in the Cattegat, between Sweden and Denmark and 10 German trawlers were sunk. British ships saved the crews. There were no British casualties. It is the opinion here that the action was taken by the commander of the Grand Fleet and indicates that the big fleet is plan ming on making sudden maneuvcrs.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
DEMOCRATS AT NOME FORM A
 SULzER CLUB

NOME, April IT. - The Democrats of Nome have organized Sulzer Club to work for the re-nomination and re- election of Charles A. Sulzcr as Dele gate to Congress. The Cub is com posed of true blue Democrats and genuine .Alaskans. The attendance was large and the enthusiasm unmis- takable.
 Russell w. Bowen was elected as President of the club, which, will make thorough campaign in behalf of Delegate Sulzer.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
RIGHT ARM OF
 AMERICA MUST
 BE IN FRANCE

WASHINGTON, April IT. .- Secre- tary of War Baker today laid all of his European observation before Pres ident Wilson.
 The Secretary told the newspaper men that the American soldiers had made good in France and said that the big thing for the American people to do is to support the war financially, with the firm belief that the right arm of America is in France and the rest of the body is here.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
TO ADOPT
 CHILDREN OF FRANCE

PARIS, April 17. - American sol iiers i'm France will adopt French war orphans and children of families made destitute by the war through a plan suggested by The Stars and Stripes, the soldiers newspaper, and approved by the American Red Cross. The plan provides for a certain number of sol d;ers To undertake to care for one child. contributing 500 francs annually to its support ana education.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
DISABLED
 SOLDIERS FIGHTING
 FOR HUNS

NEW YORK. April l7. - Germany is so hard pressed for men that per manently and disabled soldiers are re- ,ained in the army. Cnpples have also been called to the colorS. This IS ac- cording to a speech of Deputy RySsel. Independent Socialist in the RcichStag on February 23rd. The speech Is con tained in a copy of the Berlin N'r- werts which reached here in the T ail today. The situation IS so bad. ac- cording to the Berlin newspapers hat all strikers have been placed m the Gcrrran army aS punishment.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
M'DoNALDS ARE ILL

A. H. Mcdonald has been down with the grippe for two days, shows signs of improvement today and may be out tomorrow, but Mrs. Mcdonald was seized by the some affliction during the night and friends are now acting as nurses.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
BRITISH MAY EvACUAIE YPkES
 SECT0R~SLrU rUATION IS SERIOUS
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WHO WILL GET THE .
 SOFA CUSHION NOW?

g All tickets have been sold for x ;he sofa cushion, donated by Mrs. Daisy Hallett, through Leo Mar gules, of the Northern, the reve. nue which is to go toward the
 \ fund for Alaska boys at the front. ' Mir. Margulos figures that the % cushion has brought in $78.T5. " Tomorrow night at 7:30 o'clock, F some little gil in Seward will v draw a number at the Northern ' and that nnh6er will give the one * securing the cushion.
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The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
CzERNIN
 WILL 60
 TO FRONT

LONDON, April IT. - Former Austrian Foreign Minister Czernn, who resigned two days ago, will at once enter the army commanding Q brigade on the Italian front. The Elm peror and Czeymin met and a sharp exchange of opinions regarding peace resulted.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17

Seward is going lover the top" in good patriotic for maton and the quota for this city to raise for the third Liberty loan bond 3OOO will be subscribed undoubtedly before the banks close next Saturday noon AS result there will be no grand rally next Sunday afternoon to e thuse citizens to hustle and raise the necessary quota
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
BOMBS FOR MAN WHO
 PROSECUTED

MILWAUKEE, April IT. - Two bombs were found early this forenoon near the residence of District Attor- ney W. A. Zabel. It is believed that the bombs were placed in revenge for the prosecution of eleven Italians, found guilty of rioting last September and sentenced to long terms.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
GERMANS ARE OUT
 OE lOWLANDS BUT
 POSITIONS UNSAFE

BULLETIN LONDON, April 17 - Major General r. B. Maurice chief director of British military opera tOns, tonight issued statement that the British were ralyng and carrying the fight to the Germans on the Northern front The greater part of Wyschaete is probably now back in British hands. The British have driven the Germans half way back to Bailleul. The British have advanced improved lines Neuve Egl ose.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
PATRIOTISM WINS IN SEWARD GRAND RALLYH OFF

the amount will be raised and just between ourselves,
 looks as sufficient would be secured the quota to entite Seward to blue star well the honor flag. But there must be no tagging and if Seward secure blue star let's have it The committee in charge of the rally desires thank those who were to help out the program so willingly.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
New Minister Named

AMSTERDAM, April r. - Baron Burian will be successor to Czeinin as Foreign Minister of Austria. Baron Burian was formerly Foreign Minister and later Minister of Finance.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17

Patriotism in Seward is greater than many believe This
 indicated in the Red Cross subscriptions and the sale of war stamps and thrift stamps When Stewards quota was given for the Liberty loan it believed that grand rally would assist greatly in raising the required amount But nothing dong Seward is there with both feet and
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17

SEATTLE, April 17. = Fish quota tions at noon today were as follows; hahbUt, thirteen and three-fourth cents sable, five and three foyrths; ling cod, three and three eighths cents; red cod, three cents.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17

Our observation is that after a girl gets married she prefers onions to olives.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17

NEW YORK, April IF - Having driven the Brit ish from Bauel and Wytschaete the Germans today battling to gain other points the high ground south and southwest of Ypre says the Associated Press in the summary this afternoon. The Germans got out of the owands yesterday but must push further to make their prsent gain The British resisting every step London admits that the situation is serious that at any time since the German northern drive began. The situation is serious that many afternoon newspapers London advice that the Ypres sector and the Passchen adele Ridge be evacuated.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
ROMAN SPEAKS TONIGHT

Territorial Senator John Roman will be the four minute speaker tonight at the Liberty theatre.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17

As a general thing, after a young man completes his educat cn, he be- gins to learn facts.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17

WASHINGTON, April IT, - The dispatch sent out by the Wolff Agency is diScredited here. Pershing has sent nothing about the reported fighting.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17

You can put fellow in the trenches but you can't keep a good man down.
The Seward gateway daily edition, and the Alaska weekly post., 1918-04-17
LIBERTY LOAN
 SUBSCRIPTIONS
 TOTAL MILLIONS

WASHINGTON, April F. - The subscriptions to the third Liberty loan last night totalled nine hundred and thirty one million, one hundred and fifty-six thousand dollars.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26
WILL ADDRESS BOARD OF
 COMMERCE ON AVIATION

Little Rock, March 25.-Lieut. Col. Rockwell, commanding officer at Eb- erts Field, near Lonoke, has accepted an invitation to address the members of the Board of Commerce at noon luncheon tomorrow on interesting points in connection with the aviation branch of the American army. Col. Rockwell is well-known aviation au- thority, and good speaker.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26

Lawn Mowers-We have them, a complete stock. Nevada County Hard ware Company. 26d3
 Johnny Snodgrass is spending a furlough in Prescott. He is in the navy and is now serving on the U. s. S. Michigan.
 Now is the time to mow that grass l; we have the best Lawn Mower on the market. Priced from $6.50 to $15.0O. Nevada County Hardware Go. 26d3
 Marion Hart entered plean of guilty yesterday to the charge of driv ing cattle in the city park and was fined $S.55 by Mayor Hamby.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26

A meeting was sheld at the court house last night, at which Mir. Kuhl one of the leading figures in the state War Savings campaign, was the main speaker. Plans were perfected in which organizations will be formed all over the county for the boosting of the sale of War Savings Stamps. A full report of last nights meeting will be given in tomorrow's paper.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26
SHE WAR IN BED TWO MONTHS

Women suffering backache, rheu- matic pains, sore muscles, stiff joints or any symptom of kidney trouble should read this letter from Mrs. S. c. Small, Clayton, N. M: "I had been under the doctors care all summer and in bed two months, but kept getting worse. In January got so bad l told them something had to be done or l couldn't live. We noticed an advertisement for Foley Kidney Pills and sent for some. They have done me more good than all other medicines"
 Hesterly Drug Store 3
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26
LOCAL NEWS ITEMS.


 All the new magazines at Guthries.
 Prof. c. M. Hirst made a business trip to Little Rock yesterday.
 Waxall, the best and cheapest fur niture polish, Soc at Guthrie's.
 Mrs. w. w. Teal and Miss Aileen Cornish are visiting at Hope today.
 Tomato and cabbage plants for sale. John Trevillion, phone 10S. 36t3
 Tomato plants now ready-three varieties-best grown. Bob Hit, phone 2O5. 25d3
 The Automatic Refrigerator. Have you seen it at the Nevada County Hardware Company? 26d3 R. B. Kellams and little son left this morning for few days business trip to Hope and Nashville.
 Bring your worn out shoes to Gree sons old office. I will make them new. R. A. Wylie. 14m1
 o. R. F. Whitten, who is seriously i'll at his home, is reported to be rest ing better today, we are glad to re- port.
 Joe Gordon and wife left this morn- ing for Portland, Oregon, where MT. Gordon will work in the shipbuilding yards.
 FOUND-One gold watch on Pike county road. Prove ownership and pay for this notice and you may have same. Clint McCuller. If
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26

2S0 acres three miles from Pres
 colt, on Washington road, 24O acNs open, 40 acres in cultivation, 30 acss alfalfa, 5 acres red clover, 40 acrss prairie meadow, 40 acres timber, a' ance pasture; 150 acres of this lana will grow alfalfa. Two ordlnar! houses, new barn, two good wells aA fenced and cross fenced, with hos tight woven wire. Running water a year, fine stock farm; gently foilas best natural drainage; white selut ment. Autry X Ellis. zM'
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26
*~s.sssss...x.' PRESCOTT $! MER(II|
 TILE COMPANY ! 4&gn2s 2s o5a,) 'Ro@qnndi' R@ t$Sto@1s'

Special Lot Turkish Tows,. :. With pink and blue hord'Na's or sas in plain and fancy weaves, Oslasis, sa heavy absorbent nap and I'' sss sss towel for the price. "''u me Bordered VOiles, 65c a y,,,
 You have seen the new isra Sual mer yoile dresses, r% and san. sl many have the combinatio,n i now ?, fleets. These bordered 'vr vaifa. q. dispense with all trimminasss ,I',ss and the combined l,l,'igs idaa ; t1r, brought out most effeetiy.lrs tS White and colored gronnd' ely x, inches wide. us' 4V
 Ribbons
 Each day ribbons baeo,,, more wanted for trimming. ,D'S .nS particularly at this time S, fo, tla tSa new millinery. There are ,S' ' bons in so many different % ds. signs and colors that it is im' practicable to mention ess1 here. If you wish to matsS some color, bring a samnls along and allow us to help vs" Spring Neckwear, 35c to sl 1II T
 The new neckwear adds 2, touch of individuality to s coss or blouse. Organdie collars sa crisp and fresh, come in msnv shapes and designs, some bpins embroidered, hemstitched 0y lace trimmed. Georgette crsDe collars, hand embroidered m trimmed with fillet lace. Lovely assortment of Windsor gpd Gypsy .Ties-in fact eyerythins you could want in dainty neckwear.
 Silk Gloves, S5c Pair.
 Gloversilk silk Gloves, in white, steel grey, light grey and black, double finger tips and one clasp. A very durable and slightly glove. Sizes 6 l.2 to 9.
 New Crepe Blouses, $500
 Including the newer cres. tions of New York designers We know you will be interested in them. Beautiful styles, col brings and combinations -and they have those dainty little touches that make waists So rich looking and charming.
 Other blouses at $3.75 to s.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26

When you are in the city come in and let us have that amount due on your subscription.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-03-26
FOR
MOTOR TRUCK SERVICE
 SEE w. ii. Hendrix

or Phone No. 4. Hauling, mov- ing and transfer work done quickly and efficiently. Costs no more than the "team way" yet you have greater insurance against damage.
 Immediate attention. Your business appreciated.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13

A RESOLUTION PROPOSING AND APPROX.
ING AMENDMENT TO THE CITY CHAR.
TER OF THE CITY OF LAKELAND. POLK
COUNTY. FLORIDA. AUTHORIZING IhE
SAID CITY OF LAKELAND TO PURCHASE,
ALTER AND MAINTAIN GAS PLANT
AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM, AND PRO.
vlDlNG FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS
IN THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED THOU
SAND DOLLARS FOR SAID PURPOSE.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMITS
SION OF THE CITY OF LAKELAND, "0Lk
COUNTY, FLORIDA, that the City Charter Of
the said City Of Lakeland, Polk County, Flor
ida, be amended to contain the following pro-
Section l. That the City OF Lakeland. Polk
County, Florida, Is hereby authorized and en-
Iryered TO purchase alter and maintain a
Gas Plant and Distribution System in the said
city Of Lakeland together with all real or
personal property necessary to the effective op-
Grafton, alteration or maintenance OF said Gas
Plant and Distribution System and to do
those things necessary for or incident TO- the
delivery Of any and all products Of said Plant
and tn do all things necessary for the proper
operation Of said Plant.
The said City Of Lakeland is also empow-
cred and authorized 10 use any property or
portions Of property, which II now owns Tor
uee in the erection, maintenance and opera
ton OF said Gas Plant and Distribution SHs-
lem. and TO control said Plant and system
70 the same extent that an Individual could
control said property.
That the said City Of Lakeland, Polk Coun-
ty, Florida, Is hereby authorized and empOw-
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
FOR STATES ATTORNEY

l announce my candidacy for
States Attorney for the Tenth Judic-
ial Circuit, consisting Of the coun-
ties of Polk, DeSoto and Lee.
I am graduate Of John B. Stet-
son Law School and have practiced
law for ten years in Polk and DeSoto
counties. II elected to this office |
am convinced that l can save to the
tax payers of the counties a great
deal Of money, and to the citizens
who are called upon as jurors and
witnesses a great deal of time by a
careful, conscientious and systematic
administration of the duties of this
office. / am a candidate of no faction
or clique and II you elect me l will
conduct this Office fairly, impartially,
efficiently and as vigorously as is
within my power.
respectfully solicit the vote of
every citizen in this circuit.
d. o. ROGERS.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13

ored to issue bonds for an amount not TO ex-
ceeu Two Hundred thousand Dollars, for the
purpose OF purchasing, altering and maintain
ing a Gas Plant and Distribution System. and
the real or personal property necessary to the
effective operation OF same and to pay for
doing Of work or expenses incurred incident TO
the maintenance and up-keep Of said Gas
rlant and Distribution system; which said
amount OF bonds shall be in addition 10 all
amounts Of bonds, the Issuance Of which have
been previously and heretofore authorized by
the Legislature Of the State OF Florida, or
Otherwise.
The issuance Of said bonds and election Of
bond trustees shall be governed by the law
governing other bond elections in the said city
of Lakeland Polk County, Florida.
/ hereby certify that the foregoing proposed
amendment was read and approved AZ the frst
regular meeting Of the City Commission ~ the
City Of Lakeland Polk County, Florida In
February. 1918. and at its first regular meet
ing In March, 1918.
H. L. SWATTS, City Clerk
Approved by me this 18th day Of March, A,
n. 1918.
Z. c. FLANAGAN, Mayor.
Attest:
H. L. SwATTS. Clerk. 7I0S-Tues
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
STATES ATTORNEY

I hereby announce my candidacy
for the office of States Attorney, for
the Tenth judicial Circuit of Florida,
subject to the action Of the Demo-
cratic primary.
] was born In Lakeland and lived in
Polk county for twenty-three years.
Your vote and support will be ap-
preciated
J. A. TIMBERLAKE,
Arcadia, Fla.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER

hereby announce my candidacy
for the office of County Commissioner
from District Number. s, Polk county.
subject to the Democratic primary.
The citizens and voters of this dis,
trict and of the county at large know
me and my record Of public service,
snd I will appreciate the support of
any and all persons and promise to
use my best efforts to look after the
interests of my district and the coun-
ty at large, II elected.
Respectfully yours,
e. c. FLANAGAN.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
FOE STATES ATTORNEY
TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

I hereby announce my candidacy
for the above office, and hope that the
voters will do me the favor to invests
gate my character, fitness and ability
before making up their minds as to
their choice. This they can do by re-
ferring to any public official or reput
able citizen of Lee county, where
make my home, and which county
am now serving as Prosecuting At
torney. pledge myself to do my
utmost not to disappoint anyone who
may favor me with his vote, and that.
II elected, will give to the duties of
the Office the very best that is in me.
Respectfully,
8. W. LAWLER. JR.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
FOB REPRESENTATIVE

Having been encouraged to do SO
BY many friends. I hereby announce
MY candidacy for the position Of
Representative from Polk county in
the Florida Legislature. am q life.
long resident of this county and feel
that l know its people and their
needs. II elected, / promise to give
hem my best efforts, and I will ap-
preciate the votes and support Of the
citizens. Respectfully,
JOHN M. KEEN.
In Group No. I.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
FOR REPRESENTATIVE

10 the Democratic Voters of Polk
County, Florida:
l hereby announce my candidacy
to succeed myself as representative
In the State Legislature OF Florida,
subject to the action of the Democrat.
ic Primary. If elected I will serve
the people to the best Of my ability.
l solicit your support.
A. ]. MORGAN.
Candidate in Group One.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
FOR REPRESENTATIVE

To the Voters Of Polk County:
l hereby announce that I am a can
didate, subject to the Democratic pri-
mary, and wish to represent the peo-
pie Of Polk county in the State Legis-
.ature Of Florida. II you elect me,
will serve the people, not the special
interests. Try me once. l honestly
and earnestly solicit your support.
Very respectfully,
ALTON B. CARTER.
In group No. q
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER

hereby beg to announce my
candidacy for the office of County
Commissioner from District No. s,
Polk county. The citizens of this dis
trict and the county generally know
me, and IL my past record entities me
to their confidence in my ability and
desire to serve them in capable and
conscientious manner | will be CRATE
full for their support at the ensuing
primary.
Respectfully,
REID ROBSON,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-04-13
NOTICE CALLING ELECTION SUBMITTING
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT

Notice IS hereby given that, in accordance
wifi Section II OF the Charter Of the city OF
Lakeland, an election will be held in the City
OF Lakeland, at the City Hall, in said City
ot Lakeland. Polk County. Florida. on May
IAN IgIs for the purpose Of submitting the
following proposed amendment to the City
Charter for the ratification Of rejection Of
such charter amendment by the City, and an
election is hereby called for that purpose.
Tho polls will be open on said date from
seven o'clock a. m. until sunset
nv order Of the Board Of City Commits
sloners this 9th day OF April A. d. 1913
f. c. FLANAGAN, Mayor.
JOHN KEEN,
FRANK II. THOMPSON,
0. J. POPE,
T. B. 0'STEEN,
Commissioners.