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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26
The
Living Monument
Ae
By GEORGE BARR Nc CUTCHEON
of The VigiI0nteS

In the little Connecticut town OF
Norfolk there is triangular piece or
ground belonging to the people. For
years it stood useless, almost aban-
doned, and to a certain extent I'M
noticed. Norfolk sent to France early
in 1913 a score and half of her boys
to fight with the American armies.
Other boys followed and still more in
due course were called from the small
but hardy class representing the fight
ing quota.
A few months after the first contin-
gent marched out off the town on it's
way to the training camp and thence
to the line of battle, Norfolk began to
receive it's share of tidings from the
front. Names Of boys known to every
one in the town were found in the lists
Of those "killed in action" Boys whose
Faces were bright and shining and
whose voices were strong and CHEEKY
we're never to return. They were lying
In the fields of France, covered with
the earth of France, and over the
graves Of each stood the small but
noble cross of wood bearing a name
and a date.
The return of these names to Nor
folk instead Of flesh and blood that
went away, gave Norfolk its inspira-
ton. The little green triangle became
a tract of glory. No more will it be
looked upon as waste, no more will
the people of Norfolk call it a worth
less bit of ground. For some one
thought of a way to make it rich /;
some one thought of way to make it
the most cherished spot in Norfolk.
Tree for Each Hero.
On Flag day in the year that the
war made heroes of these lads from
Norfolk the people of that place dedi-
Gated the point of this triangle to the
memory Of those who were not to come
back from France. At that time four
of Norfolks boys were lying In
France under cheap little crosses OF
wood. and on this day four little
crosses of wood similar to those in
France. with a name and date on
each. were driven in the ground at
the point of the triangle, and there
they will stay until they are perhaps
replaced by more enduring and i'm
pressive marks of tribute. But the lit
tle crosses of wood are not all that
the people of Norfolk placed in the
village triangle in memory of the boys
who will not come back. Something
that will live and thrive and beautify
the barren triangle was placed there
for each boy, and it is named for him.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26
America Their Only
Hope
.ae
By CHARLES ]. ROSEBAULT
OF. The TigiI0nteS

From far-away Asia comes a cry
for help addressed to the wide world.
1t is cry made up of many voices.
It issues from the desert lands of
Arabia, from the mountains of the
Russian Caucasus, from the highways
and byways of Turkey, of MesopO-
tamia, of the Holy Land. The indi-
viduals who make up the great mass
from which comes this call to the civ
ilized world are scattered far and
wide. 1t includes four hundred thou
sand children in towns and cities and
villages or hiding like frightened rab-
bits in such shelters as they can find
in the open country; women, most of
them gray and beyond the years of
cOmelineSS, and others looking from
behind barred windows of the prisons
called harems old men and men dis
ab1ed, and a few men still in the
prime of life but hidden in mountains
and obscure places.
All these are joining in the cry that
comes to us across the fertile lands
and the deserts lof Asia, the war-torn
countries of Europe, the vast Atlantic
and across our own great continent
to the very ends thereof. 1t is a sad
cry, an agonized cry, made up of the
treble of children, the soft voices of
women, the harsh bass of men and,
mighty as is the mass of it, rising
from four million Threats, yet has it
of hn of
desperation. To the attentive ear it
says: This is the end; if help comes
not soon, we will call no more-for
the end will have come for US.
America Must Respond.
Particularly is this appeal directed
to America-the one great country
which is prosperous because it en-
tered the war only comparatively re-
Gently and has had to bear only a
small part of the cost of keeping the
world safe for democracy. 1t is Amer
lea which must respond-immediately
and without stint. Later on there
will be time to consider fastening this
cost upon the responsible parties in
the form of stern demands for repara-
ton and indemnity. There is no time
for considering the call of justice
now. One does not think first of pun
ishing the assailant when one sees his
victim bleeding on the pavement.
II America could only visualize the
terrible situation Here are four mil
lion victims of Turkish villainy and
brutality, under the guidance of Prus-
sian efficiency" Here are husband
less wives and fatherless children.
Never mind the dead men-more than
a million of them, at the least. They
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26
Preparedness
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By GERALD ST. ETIENNE
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(Copyright. 1918, by Mcclure Newspaper
Syndicate.)
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26
Ancient Church Still in Use.

A little church two hundred and
eighteen years old is still used as a
place OF worship. 1t stands near the
York river in Yorktown, Va. Erected
in 100 by the English colonists, it
stood undisturbed for more than 100
years. In 1914 it was partly burned
by landing force from British naval
vessels in the York river. 1t was re-
built in 1926 just as it stands today.
The bell was cast in England in 1925
and was presented to the church by
Queen Anne. The original communion
service is still in use. This old church
stands on historic ground. 1t was here
that was fought the closing battle of
the War of the Revolution by which
American and French troops forced
the surrender of the British under
CORVALLIS, winning American free
dom.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26
"Father Thinks Have Lost My Head"

witchingly, "but / see you have plenty
of your own. Have you been laying
in a stock of things to last you until
the last of the WARP"
Il have bought more silk than can
use in years, but | believe in pre-
paredness. The way everything is go
ing up silk will be out of reach with
in a year or two. l have got the
grandest white crepe de chine for my
wedding dress. How do you like it?"
She held up a fold of the goods for his
inspection.
You will look splendid in a dress
OF that" Jack enthused. "You are
very sensible to purchase now. You
are the only person in town who
agrees With me, though, I'll venture to
say"
Then we are the only sensible peo-
pie in town, she said, decidedly.
They think at home that l am fool
iSh to invest so much of my little for
tune on things to put away, but time
will tell. Father thinks / have lost
my head, but ut the same time he saws
that diamonds will double in price be-
fore this time next year"
rs that SOP Jack exclaimed
Goodness knows how soon | might
need diamond. | had better see
your father right away"
''Let me sell you one. | am helm
ing in the store during my HOLIDAYS.
l can tell you the setting she will like
best
Jack blushed to the roots of his
hair, but Jessie laughed gayly. He
didn't make his choice the first day.
but called often to discuss it with the
eager young Saleslady. He did not
tell her, of course, that he had not
met the young lady who was to wear
the ring, but was just buying it in the
expectation of being engaged some
time. 1t was following out his idea of
preparedness.
Once the purchase had been made,
he regretted that he had not taken
longer in making the choice. Not that
sic had persuaded him to take, but it
meant the loss of an excuse to call at
the jewelry store when the jewelers.
daughter was in charge. Jessie had
always appeared attractive to him, but
row she appeared the most wonder
full girl in the world
Why hadn't he recognized her be-
fore as his ideal girl? he asked him.
self. Just when he had realized it it
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26

Copyright, 1918, by Mcclure Newspaper
Syndicate)
Jack Marlboro ran his fingers over
the twelve shirts placed on the coun-
ter before him, and then produced
roll of bills. "I'll take the whole
Dozen" he announced to the weary
looking clerk. 'There won't be an
other bargain like this for years.
The clerk was too surprised to an
swer, but as Jack was starting away
he ventured to suggest the purchase
of something else.
mo, thanks" Jack smiled, "Tve got
everything else. ] have socks enough
to last me for six years and under
clothes for just as long-to say moth
ing of ties and suits of clothes. There
is not an article Of wearing apparel
that / will need for years to come that
I haven't got stored away. / believe
in preparedness.
''This war is going to knock prices
sky high and l have figured | have
saved hundreds of dollars on what |
have purchased and packed away. In
two years time we poor beggars who
have to stay home won't be able to
buy shirts like these I have just
bought for SO apiece"
The dress goods counter was on the
way out. AS Jack was hurrying past
it a light hand was placed on his
shoulder. He looked up to meet the
smiling gaze of Jessie Evidge, the
jewelers. daughter.
Jessie had been an old school-days
friend, and had just returned from
college. She had not changed much,
Jack thought, as he took the graceful
ly preferred hand.
Il was going to ask your assistance
with my parcels" Jessie laughed, be-
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26
ARMENIA TO AMERICA
BY THEoDosIA GARRISON
of the VigiTantes.

of the VigiIantes.
Through the glad noise of triumph and
delight,
Through the great resonance that rocks
the sky,
A whisper like a wounded thing at night
Falls at the threshold Of our ecstasy,
brothers Of mine, am I forgotten quite
Who in the sound Of your rejoicing die?
az have no part in all your high estate.
I did but share your burden and your
trust,
Ye could not shield me from the blades
of hate,
Ye could not save me from the hands of
lust,
Yet can We lift me ere it be too late
From this the death die here in the
dust.
IT am the unhea1ed wound on Triumph's
breast
How may she 20 elate unheeding me?
Brothers of maine, most bcuntiful, most
best
You whose vast mercy covers earth and
sea,
Reach our your hands and heal me, heal
me lest
I stain the white robes of this victory"
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26

julius Caesar gave it the privileges of
a Roman colony, and later, Antoninus
Plus, in the last part of the second
century, A D., built the beautiful tenn
pie of Jupiter, and the great temple
of the sun was erected about the same
time. These two temples would APP
pear to be represented onscoins of the
time of Septimus Severus some thirty
years later, and they carry the in
scription on the reverse, "Colonia
Heliopolis Jovi Optimo Maxine Hello
pOlitani.'
Great Phoenician MonoIiths.
The great temple of the Sun is
erected on the site of the Phoenician
temple of Baal, and at the western
end of the sub-structure are to be
seen three colossal monoliths which,
with other lesser ones, are placed in
the wall at a height of 20 feet from
the ground level, and measure respec-
lively 81 feet, 63h feet and GO feet in
length, by Ii feet in thickness and
about the same in breadth. The
writer notes that they are so beau
tifully squared and fitted that, al
though without mortar, it would be
difficult to put a knife between them.
The quarry from which these gigan-
tic stones were brought is about half
mile away; and there another one,
still larger, is to be seen. This is 6S
feet long and, being squared on all
sides. was left in process of being cut
from tho rock below, when rollers
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26

was too late, for already Jessie had
bought her wedding dress.
How lucky the other man was, he
thought. 1t was hard to give her up
just as he had found it, as it were.
After he had purchased the ring
Jack did not make any more pur-
chases of things to lay aside.
When he viewed the things in his
wardrobe and every other conceivable
place to store things the suspicion
that he had made mistake came over
him. There were more things than he
would be able to wear before they
became too far out of style to be pre-
sentable. How much better it would
have been if he had saved his money.
However, there was still a substah-
tial credit balance to his account in
the bank, but just the same he would
like to have unburdened some of the
things he had. There were enough
clothes and toggery in his possession
to start a haberdashery. His last
purchase was the worst white ele-
plant Of all.
Most likely he was doomed to bache-
Iorhood, now that the only girl who
could make him happy was engaged to
some one else. Perhaps it would be
best to give everything he had stored
away to the Red Cross for rummage
sale. They would think he was crazy
to have accumulated so many things.
Il hnf fn 10 n
thought, as he resolved to call on her
again.
That was Jessie's night to be in the
store. Jack arrived just before clos
ing time. There was no one at the
front of the shop, and he waited i'm
patiently for a few minutes.
A stifed sob sounded from the rear
of the store Jack was on the alert
in an instant. Jessie was crying; he
could recognize her voice even in a
sob. He was by her side in an in
slant.
whats the matter, Jessie?" he
asked sympathetically.
Jessie dried her tears instantly. 4
have just been thinking what an idiot
[ am" she said mOurnfully. Il have
bought more things than [ know what
to do with, and I'm just as foolish as
they've all said | am. Why, [ have a
complete green trunk, and there isn't
even a prospect Of me ever being mar
ried! l haven't got boy friend who
cares anything for me-"
T. in
delight. aren't you engaged?"
NO" she answered, looking at him
in surprise II haven't had chance,
cooped up like l have been in stupid
college. All the nice boys at home
have become engaged while l was
away"
"Then you don't include me among
the nice boys" he said disappointedly,
"You are engaged" she flashed. Il
picked out the ring for YOU
"But that was only part of my pre-
paredness pIan," he smiled as he
reached out for her hand. Il bought
it to have handy when I found the
girl of my dreams, and / have found
her. You are my dream girl-the only
one who can make me happy as my
wife,"
The humor of it struck Jessie. Il
had better take you while husbands
last" she said roguishly. "This war
is making them scarce, so I had better
have one to go with my wedding
gown"
I'm not much of a bargain" he
smiled as he drew her closer.
'You are the dearest bargain in the
world, and I love you" The smile
was replaced with a look of sincerity,
and when their lips met he knew she
meant it.
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For each hero a tree was planted, and
it will always be known as his tree,
by his name; and long after the great
grandchildren of those who now live
in Norfolk are dead and gone, these
trees will still be standing and they
will be known through all the sunshine
and storm of the ages to come by the
names they received at the christen-
ing.
A Fine Example.
The thought is beautiful one. That
little triangle in Norfolk will have
many trees and crosses, the boys who
died in France will live and grow to an
age far beyond the years of the oldest
of men. The "John Perkins Elm," or
the Henry Smith Oak" as the case
may be, will be living in Norfolk 200
years after the day on which they
were so lovingly named by a forgotten
generation.
And how simple, how easy this way
Of commemorating the deeds and the
spirit of the boys who went forth to
JllG Wal AGfGL " NOAA1C 1lOAlC tIGclhs n
little cross Of wood for ! the present,
towering tree for the future, and the
name of a hero preserved for an age
to come.
What better example could be set
for the rest Of the country than thiss
beautiful act Of the people Of Norfolk
Why not in every community, a plot of
hallowed ground with it's trees bearing
the names Of the boys who went out
and did not come back? A living
monument, green and spreading with
the years, to stand as a guardian over
the memory OF him who fell in battle
not the artificial product Of man, but
the incomprehensible handiWork Of
God who first put life into the body
of the boy whose death dignifies the
community that lost him.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26
CAPTAIN CUTTLE FISH
BY CLINTON SCOLLARD
of the VioiIantes.


1t was Captain Cutie Fish sailed out
From a port on the German Shore
A brutal lout, with swinish snout,
And heart of helebOre.
"Mein Gott," said he, ''now be with me!'
This modern Captain Kidd
Twas the Devil he meant, and he
planned, you see,
To do as the Devil bid.
"These futile Yankee FOOLS" he cried.
ST will wreak ON them grievous loss,
Then I'll HE me back at the turn O. the
tide
For a waiting Iron Cross"
So he skunk away from his base in the
bay,
With his subtle sneaking craft
And he found his prey on a summer day,
And he battered it fore and aft.
But, Captain Cutie Fish, beware!
Have a care for your precious bones,
For the hour may come when you will
share
The locker OF Davy Jones!
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26
Melancholy Admission.

Don't you think you talk entirely
too much, when you have been drink
ing?" asked Uncle Bill Bottletop. II
fear I am very much inclined to un~
boozem myself"
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1918-12-26

circular sanctuary Of exquisite work
manship; this was once surrounded
by columns, but only traces of these
remain. 1t has been turned into a
Christian church, and was so used till
within recent times by the Greeks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-10-18
Georgette Blouse,
$1,000

A new model with square
neck and small rolling COL
lar of satin, with cuffs; in
black with white, navy with
silver and navy with bisque
satin.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-10-18

Mirrors Manufacturers seconds, in white
imitation ivory, also pink and blue imita-
ton ebony and imitation rosewood backs,
with ring and long handle millinery or POM
padour styles also regulation round shapes
A varied assortment from which to choose.
The imperfections are so slight as to be
scarcely noticeable. Csc to $l69 values. Spe-
cial at 33c. ~ =
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-10-18
Union Suits,
S1.5O to $z.25

Women's kayser Low
neck Ribbed Suits, in
medium weight, have tailor
tops; in white and pink;
ankle and knee lengths.
The new Marvel-Fit style,
in regular and extra sizes.
Reinforced.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-10-18

All-Wool Dresses, $12.9S to $35
All-wool Serge Dresses for the high school
models with tunic, jacket and sash effects;
some. with braid and silk trimmings; also
one and two piece regulation models
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-10-18
Misses and WOmen'S
Smart New Suits
At $45

A special purchase, including many new
There are suits in strictly plain tailored or
novelty styles smartly trimmed with fur or
in plain effects. Fashioned OF mems wear
serge, wool velour and gabardine. Plenty
of navy blue we'll as brown, Pekin blue,
tan and Burgundy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-10-18
An Effective Blouse
At $3.50

A combination waist could not possess
more charm than this smart model shown
in bisque shade, beaded in rich colors;
also shown in navy blue. Excellent val
ues at $3.50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1918-10-18

Good Quality Hairbrushes. we'll made;
white, pink, blue and black backs; 9, IL and
IS rows good, strong bristles, tightly set, SO
, as to. give unexcelled service. These are
you would have to be told so, the imperfec-
tons are SO trivial. Specially priced for this
sale at &c.
On Sale Special Table-Main Floor.
The courier-index., 1918-07-19

seem to suit best one's moods. There are so many pretty new designs in the thin materials. Painted chiffons. voiles and marquisettes that delight one by their daintiness- The big sprawly figures that seem to be favorites this season are, as a rule. in some dark color, or decided green. blue, rose or violet on a white or cream ground. The dress illus trated here was of printed chiffon. giving the effect at a little distance of gray. for the figures were black on a white ground. made over white silk. The draped tunic is one piece, softly pleated at the waistline. AS all skirts are narrow this year, this is no exception. for il measures but one and one half yards at the lower edge The sleeves are made of white chiffon for coolness.
 Lace dresses are considered very smart also. Sometimes the tunic is of chantilly lace. either draped on the hips, or simply gathered at the waist The underdress is usually of white, golden yellow or some other fairly light color. giving almost a fairy like appearance to the delicate lace. Often the sleeves are quite long, and rather tight. and the neck may be of the collarless variety Sashes or girdles of a harmonizing shade are crushed about the waist, ending either in long fringed edges, or a. huge Japanese bow.
 There has been a good deal of talk about the psychological effect of the war on women's clothes, and much discussion as to the right and wrong of new clothes at all From our allies we are getting numerous proofs that the men who have return ed from the front on leave notice the clothes the women are wearing. If this be the case. the same thing holds true in the case of the men who are going lover there" Surely
 it is our duty as well as our privilege 10 dress as well as we can.
The courier-index., 1918-07-19

locks account of German atrocities in Belgium In Everybody's he is describing the fate Of Louvain.
 ''The troops, of course, were quart cred on the inhabitants, with the usual incidents; three soldiers raped a girl of 15, and what happened gen orally all over Belgium whenever Ger man soldiers were quartered in hous- es of delicacy or refinement, ward robes were broken, drawers were emptied out on the floor, the dainty lingerie soiled with filth in an un- speakable manner. The cash boxes of at least two banks were rifled, though it is said this money was later returned by the German au- thorities Some stray shots seem to have been fired by soldiers, who went into shops and 'requisitioned'
The courier-index., 1918-07-19
FOOD ADMINISTRATION

To County Food Administrators:
 In recognition of the great record made by the people of Arkansas in food conservation generally, and as reward for their wonderful sacrifices several months ago. when they re- turned to their government their surplus flour, the following special ruling for Arkansas. throiyh the courtesy of the Cn.ted States Food is hereby announced:
 l. Effective July IS, flour may be sold not to exceed 24 pounds in the city and AS pounds in the country.
 ?. Where a consumer has grist mill certificates showing substitutes on hand. These certificates may be surrendered in lieu of substitute pur- chases. but flour may not be used at a greater rate than 50-50.
 3. If purchaser does not have sub stitutes, az shown by grist mill cer- tificates, no -four shall be sold ex- eept with an squal amount of sub stitutes. at
 { The following are officially de-