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The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1918-12-19
then and NOW
In the Old Days Gifts Were Tokens q
Love, in Keeping With the Day
Celebrated.

What q vast difference there Is b
the Christmas Of today, from thu
Christmas of our forefathers. In those
days there was not the hurry scurrJ
shopping, and costly, somewhat useless
gifts given with the thought that the
receiver might give a finer one In re
turn. The gifts given in those days
were gifts of love, wholly in keeping
with the day celebrated, says a CORE
spondent in an exchange.
For many weeks and months did
mother spin, color and wind the yarn,
and knit on wooden needles or q bone
hook the warm neck scarf or mittens
for her loved one, every stitch bear
ing a message of love. And then as
the time drew near how savory the
kitchen smelled every time one en-.
tered, but, of course, nothing was visi.
BILE for mother or aunty or grand
mother had safely hidden away the
tender gingerbread and spice cakes.
and the brittle molasses taffy, plates
of butterscotch and other candy rich
in nut meats.
What happy times when the stock
'ings Of all sizes, and almost all col
'crs, were hung on the mantel shelf
the wide fireplace, where old
Santa had no trouble at all to come
down and deposit the numerous things
from his pack in the dangling stock
ings.
Everyone was remembered with
some sort of a gift, none were forgot
ten, and I feel sure the homemade
goodies were devoured with as much
relish and with less after effects, as
the store goodies Of today. There
were no coal tar dyes in the Christmas
candy grandmother made.
Then when the team was hooked to
the farm sled, with the farm wagon
bed on it partly filed with straw and
bed covers, what a fine ride to church
oyer the shining snow, to hear a real
Scripture sermon about the birth Of
q Savior, on earth peace, good will
to men.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1918-12-19
first Christmas Observance

The first Christmas celebrated
inside q house on the American
continent was on December %,
1918. Our Puritan ancestors
finished their first house at
Plymouth, Mass, having spent
more than a month in wandering
about in search Of a place OF
settlement. The company was
divided into 10 families, and to
each person was assigned a lot
for house and garden. It was
not a very cheerful Christmas
for the Puritans. All Of them
cSuld not be accommodated in
side the house, so that some Of
them were left out in the cold,
but the religious features Of the
day were not forgotten, and it
may be said that the Babe Of
Bethlehem was prayed to and
sung to in q most fervent man =
ner.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1918-12-19
Eo! Christmas Sei1es Hgain

Come, glory night! Come. spirit light
Come, joy, thy sweet bells ringing!
Behold! His star Is shining bright:
The angel choir Is singing.
i
But near-too near, the lannon's roar,
The shield and saber's rattle;
The Christmas anthems sound no more.
Across-the field Of battle.
Oh, Christmas spirit! Calm u fears,
Close down in pity STOPPING.
Alas! Thine eyes are filled with tears,
Thy radiant wings are dropping.
The happy bells, the joyous bells
That set the echoes rolling
Through silent streets and frosty deus,
Are slowly, sadly tolling.
Come, glory night! Come, spirit lightl
Come, JOY, thy mute bells ringing!
Through clouds the star is shining bright;
Far off the choir is singing.
Clara E. Putnam, in Oklahoma Farmer.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1918-12-19
LETTING the NeIahbors See It.

Letting the NeIehbors See It
'Mr. Glithery gave Mrs. Glithery a
pearl necklace for a Christmas pres
emit" remarked Mr.. Twobble.
1--WE heard about it." answered Mrs.
Twobble. "And If it wasn't for the
risk, I dare say she'd hang it in a
front window Of their apartment In
stead Of q holly wreath"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1918-12-19

Since the above interview the
crown prince has formally signed a
decree of abdication, and has re-
nounced his claim to the German
throne.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1918-12-19

Great values in blankets and com
forts. Rentz & Felder.-adv.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1918-12-19
Be joyful.

Be Joyful.
Radiate as much Of the Christmas
spirit as possible.
The Washington times., 1918-12-20
A Moquette Couch
Cover

Would make a very artistic
gift for the newest ones come
in wonderful reproductions of
japanese, Chinese, and Persian
Rugs. There is such range of
medium, light, and dark shades,
and exquisite blendings of
color, that you are almost sure
to match her other room fur
nishings. The prices for covers
three yards long and sixty
inches wide are $3.50 and
$3.50.
Fifth floor, c street -.
The Washington times., 1918-12-20

In order that all her engagements-and his
may be kept, here are clocks galore-some
even going so far as to strike or chime the
hours, to emphasize punctuality. A reminder
that Christmas, the day of gifts, is near
and New Year, the day of resolutions, not far
off.
Mahogany Desk and Boudoir Clocks, many
clever designs, and eight day, $500 to
$3.50.
Ornamental ManteI Clocks, brass or gilt
and crystal combined in decorative effects,
eight-day, striking, SIS to $50.
Mahogany Mantel Clocks, eight day, striking
or chimes, SO to $50.
Hanging Banjo Clocks, really reproduction
Of the famous Willard timepiece, with its pleas
ing bit Of landscape or farm scene enhancing
the base, an ornamental top, and other decor
ative design, with a framework of rich ma
hogany, $40, SIS, and $40.
Street floor. Center. ~'" Z =
The Washington times., 1918-12-20
a Brief Case?

The Apron Department
lis alive with suggestions for gifts. Some pop
ular ones are noted:
Tea Aprons, of lawn or dotted Swiss. many
trimmed with embroidery, SOC to s1.75.
Maids Aprons, square-bibbed styles of lawn
or dotted Swiss, with insertion and embroidery
trimmings, CSC % s1.75.
Maids Morning Aprons, plain white lawn
cambria, gathered or fitted, $1.oO to Sis.
Nurses Aprons. lawn or cambric. gathered
or fitted. $1.25 to 500.
Maids Collar and. Cuff Sets, ssc and SOC.
Bungalow Aprons, percale or EinEham. sz.oO
to $a.7s.
Third hOOr. srseN
The Washington times., 1918-12-20

things that will gladden. the young hearts and
essential things that will make older faces glow
with delight-so pause moment and give thought to
home, to family and friends and let pass single
opportunity to spread gadness throughout the house
hold for this is going to be the meres Christmas of
althe home will be arrayed in yulede splendor gar
lands will be hung the tapers burning and the portals
thrown wide that messages of good cheer and tokens
of love may go forth in abundance.
The Washington times., 1918-12-20
An Imported
Crumb Tray and Scraper

Called @Nikko," which may mean hundred
things, but expresses to lovers of the original,
the height of art in crumb tray and scraper-
one of those beautiful lacquered. woods in true
Jap finish and tintinG, shaped in square. Oval;and
other selected shapes, 'and ornamented with
some carved floral designs. Priced s1.5O TO $ls5.
The Washington times., 1918-12-20
BOOKS WANTED
for
Our Men in Camp
and "Over There"
Take Your Gifts to the Public
Library.
Lacet Arabian Curtains
at $3.50 the pair

Some very pleasing designs 1,
for the selection of Christmas
gift-makers, especially those
charming styles that have a
side-bordering and corner motif
of imported French lace, joined
to good quality net, and
made in ? IL yard lengths.
Fifth floor. c street
The Washington times., 1918-12-20
The Cape Cod Lighter

That remarkable substitute for kindling
wood in open freplaces, is shown in framing
of polished brass, and with a handled torch
that has merely to be lighted to start a blaze
under the logs Cape Cod Lighter, complete
with tray, $3.50.
Fifth floor. Center.
The Washington times., 1918-12-20
Sleep Soundly

And she will, if her feet be tucked into
pair of soft warm slumber slippers blue, gray,
or pink eiderdown with a fancy collar that
may be persuaded to turn up, and a silk bow
for finishing. Sizes for women, 75e pair.
Third floor, Tenth street.
The Washington times., 1918-12-20
"Tokugawa" from Japan .

Our own importation o. these new and exquis-
ite lacquered articles, which includes dozen or
more styles of nut bowls at least two beautifully
shaped comports, almond sets, nut crackers, and
fruit dishes. They are delightfully."- different"
and Christmas givers have some rare "fnds" in
store for them. Priced soc to $500
Fifth floor. Center.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
200 Years!

For more than 200 years. HARLEM OF,
the famous national remedy Of Holland.
from all forms Of, kidney. and bladder dis.
orders. Its very ages is: proof that IL must
have unusual merit.
IL you. are troubled with pains or aches
in the back, feel tired in the morning.
headaches, indigestion, insomnia, painful
or too frequent passage Of urine, irritation
or stone ii the bladder, you will almost
certainly find relief in GOLD MEDAL
Harlem Oil Capsules. This is the good
old remedy that has stood the test for
hundreds Of years, prepared in the proper
quantity and convenient form to take.
It is imported direct from Holland lab.
eratories, and you can get il at any
home remedy and needs no introduction.
Each capsule contains n dose Of five
drops and is pleasant and easy to take.
They will quickly relieve those stiffened
joints, that backache. rhcumatism, lum-
bago. s~ciatica, gall stones, gravel, s.brick
dust. etc. Your money promptly, refund
sdtif they doSnot relieys,yoa Bnt!be sure
In boxes, three sizes.-Adv.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
Musician HAS Travelled Far.

Sydney Nicholson recently appoint
ed organfst at Westminster abbey, Is
a confirmed wanderer. This explains
why he holds the record for playing
in more churches and cathedrals in
England and abroad than any other
living organist. lie started ut Frank
fort, Germany, and from there he
drifted to Barnet. Elton and Manches-
ter.
At the latter city he founded the
popular midday, organ recitals for
working people. These proved SO sue
cessfui tfiat the scheme has now been
extended to the whole OF the northern
counties.
1t is not only In the Interpretation
of sacred music, however, that Mr.
Nicholson has proved himself. He Is
an organlst, composer and conductor
rolled into one, and has written an ex-
IQdisite setting to some of Rupert
BrOoke's poetry. The two were fnst
friends at Oxford, and the organist's
music Is an eloquent tribute to the
dead poets genius.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28

Within ten minutes after IN appll-
cation Of Danderine you cannot find .
single trace Of dandruf or falling hair
and your scalp will not itch, but what
will please you most will be after q few
weeks use. when you see new hair. 6ne
and downy at frst-yes-but really
new hair-growing all over the scalp.
A little Danderine Immediately dou-
bles the beauty Of your hair. No diff
ference how dull. faded, brittle and
scraggy, just moIsten a cloth with Dan
derine and carefully draw It through
your hair. taking one small strand at a
time. The effect is amazlng-your hair
will be light, fluffy and wavy. and have
an appearance Of abundance; IN In
comparable lustre, softness and iuxu-
rance
Get a small bottle Of Knowlton's
Danderine for a few cents at any drug
store or toilet counter. and prove that
your hair is as pretty and soft as any
that 1t has been neglected or injured
BY careless Observation-Disclosures alI-you
surely a have beautiful hair and lots
Of 1t II you Will just try q little Dan.
derine-Adv.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28

Look at the tongue, motherl H
coated. it Is q sure sign that your lit.
tie ones stomach, liver and bowels
needs . gentle, thorough cleansing at
once.
When peeyish, cross. l~istless, pale,
doesn't sleep, doesn't eat or act natu.
rally. or Is feverfsh. stomach sour,
breath bad; has stomach-ache, sore
throat. diarrhea. full Of cold, give a
teaspoonful Of aCalifornia Syrup Of
Figs" and In a few hours all the foul,
constipated waste. u%ndlgested food
and SOU bile gently moves ont Of the
little bowels without gripping, md you
have q well, playful child again.
You needn't coax sick children to
take this harmless "fruit laxative =
they love Its delicious taste, and It
always makes them feel splendid.
Ask your druggist for a bottle Of
California Syrup Of Figs" which has
directions for babies, children Of all
ages and for grown-ups plainly on the
bottle. Beware Of c%ounterfeits sold
here. To be sure you get the genuine,
ask to e that 1t is made by the "Cali-
fcrnia Zig Syrup Company" Refuse
any other kind With contempt.-Adv.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
STRONG AND VIGOROUS CALF
Demand for Desirable Young Stock
Justif7es Expense In Rearing
Dairy Youngsters.

prepared by tile United States Depart.
Eaent Of Agriculture.)
The herd of the next few years is
composed of the calves of today, and.
1t is therefore very important that they
be strong and vigorous. II the cows.
have been properly cared for. before
calving, the calves are generally strong:
when born. Afterward the vigor Of
the calves depends upon the care they
receive.
The three essentials for successful
calf raising are cleanliness, care and
regularity. Failure to follow any one
nf these results in sick or unthrifty
calves. If well cared for, each should.
gain at least q pound a day. In fact.
weight is one of the best guides Of
proper care; no gain indicates that
something is wrong.
Most calves at present are raised by
hand: that is, they are allowed to
nurse only q few times and are then
fed from pals. The common plan is
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28

to allow the calves to nurse once and
thus obtain the first, or c0Iostrum milk,
after which they are fed from pals. If
the calves are weaned early they are
more easily taught to drink and the
cows forget them sooner.
WEAVING Is a critical time, but IL the
calves are handled properly at that
time there will usually be no trouble.
That is the time to pay, particular at
tenti0n to cleanliness, care and regu.
larity. All pals must be scrupulously
clean, and the pens kept clean and.
plenty of bedding supplied. Damp
quarters or dirty pals will surely cause
sickness. Once stunted by sickness the
calves make slow growth and require
more feed for the same gains in
weight.
Young calves require fresh, clean
and warm milk-not in large quanti-
ties but always q little less than the
appetite demands. At first, four to five
pounds of milk is sufficient for one
feed when given twice daily. When
fed In this way the feeds should be MS
nearly a possible ~ hours apart. II
1t a be arranged, the calves should
be fed three times a day for the first
week and the quantity at a feed thus
correspondfngly reduced.
Regularity must not be forgotten, for
1t Is essential in calf raising. Regular
feeding and a uniform quantity pre-
vent much trouble. Never try to guess
at the quantity of lrnk; weigh it!
Don't estimate the temperature Of the
milk ; use a thermometer! The finger
is not sensitive enough to gauge the
Temperature Of the milk when it is be-
tween 20 degrees and 80 degrees r.
The first is too cold, the latter is right.
The quality Of milk is increased
gradually Sc that at two weeks of age
the calves r getting daily IA to 16
pounds apiece. At that age, if the
calves are vigorous, skim milk may be
substituted for whole milk. Make the
change gradually, substituting d pound
at q time. Usually the change takes o
week or ten days, depending on the
condition of the calves. At the same
age, offer them a little clean dry grain
such as bran; bright, clean hay also
should be. placed conveniently. If skim
milk is plentiful, feed up to 20 pounds
a day to each calf and continue for
several months. When It is scarce
calves may usually be weaned Mt about
six weeks and put on dry feed.
The care during the FIRST few weeks
is very important If healthy calves are
to be raised. Cleanliness, care and
regularity in feeding return goot
profits in strong, vigorous calves.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
INCREASE MILK PRODUCTION
Much Depends on Selection, Breeding
and Observation-Disclosures
Unprofitaoie Cows.

prepared by the United States Depart
ment Of Agriculture.)
How to obtain large production most
economically is the great problem Of
every dairyman. Economical produc
ton depends primarily on selection
breeding, and feeding, care and man.
agernent. 1t requires that all unprofit.
able cows be eliminated, that the re.
mainder be bred to irst-class bulls.
and that each cow in the herd be fed
a properly balanced ration according
to production. 1t also requires the in
telligent feeding. care and management
of calves and young. stock.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
Tho Face Looked Familiar.

ITS a little old world after ALL
commented an artillery corporal, as be
accidentally ran into his father. q Il
N. G. A. secretary, recently q minister
In Columbus, o.
The corporal was ina Z. .M:scanteen
line when he noticed.a familiar face
behind the counter. III
THAT bird looks Ike Someone ]
knew over In the statesys.heysaid.
He certainly did.r-Stars and Stripes.
France. q
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
Woman's work.

Well, I've got more respect for my
wife than | yer had before In all my
life. How in the world a woman will
live a lifetime with q man and wash
dishes three times a day without rebel
ling I don't know. I never knew what
q slaves task washing dishes was until
I got to France and had to wash my
own e klt.-Soldier writing to the
Stars and Stripes.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28

WHAT EVERY WOMAN kNows.
Every womanstakes gfeat pride n
having her home well kapt,atth having
the family wash done, early in the
week. Good bluipg = needed eveAl
more. than good! SOAP. Bessnre to uso
Red Cross Ball Blue.-Advs.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
q q

Just as soon as you eat a tablet or
two Of Pape's Diapepstn all the dys-
,pepsia, indigestion and stomach dis
tress ends. These pleasant, harmless
tablets of Pape's Diapepsin never fail
to make upset stomachs feel fine at
once, and they cost very little at drug
stores. Adv.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
Have : Clear SKIN,

Make Cuttcura Soap your everyday
toilet soap and assist 1t now and then
BY touches Of Cuticura Ointment. to
soften. soothe and heal. For free
samples address "Cuticura, Dept x,
Boston," At druggists and by mail.
Soap Is, Ointment 25 and D.-Adv.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
Dairy Products Favored.

Dairy products enjoy the unique
distinction of being the only food
products which the food administra.
taon has urged upon the CONCERNING
public.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
comfortina Messaue.

Mrs. Cassidy-Norah is takin' on aw-
full. Her husbands got three years:
but he can get war off for good be.
hivior..s
Mrs.sO:Brien-TeH her to rest aisy.
Sure an he NAY not behave himself.-
Boston Transcript.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
Lasting Effects 81 secure.

The effects Of sscours on calves are
lasting. They stunt the calf and often
times kill it if nothing IL done TO stop
them.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28

Mrs. William x. Vanderbilt, OF New.
York, is the official .'godmother" of the
Italian Alpine soldiers. -
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
Cautious.

"Was your wffe's peach and apple
preserving successful?" az
Il. may. state with truth that It was
fruitful in results"
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
quito true

quite rue. II
'.This spr6hlbition movement lisa So
rious problem"
Eyes, it requires sober thought"
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
lts Qbieet

y - VUJUSSsf Y EN.
About The Watch on stbe Rhine Rhine
ut is principally for aipIratds these
days"
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28

There are ONE who wouldn't en-
joy a mansion In heaven IL they
couldn't clean house every six week.
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28

Roller skutes are used to a " time
by women messengers in the arsenal Mt
Rock Island,
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28
EAT A TABLET!
DYSPEPSIA GONE
PAPE's piAPEPslN INSTANTLY
RELIEVES SOUR, Classy OR
ACID SToMACHS.

When meals hit back and your stom-
ach, is sour. acid, gassy, or you feel full
ind bloated. When you hive heavy
Jumps Of pain or headache from indi-
gestion. Here is instant reliefl
Missouri Valley times. [volume] (Missouri Valley, Iowa) 1874-1931, 1918-11-28

Keep Barn Glenn.
Keep the barn reasonably Sleon,
The Washington times., 1918-06-13
AMERICANS FIGHT
LIKE HE'LL" SAYS
BOCHE PRISONER

WITH THE AMERICAN ARMY AT
THE MARINE, June 13.-Many OF the
prisoners taken in recent fighting
had chunks Of war bread tied to their
belts with strings. The bread was
covered with dirt and dust, but the
captives clung to it as though it were
a treasure.
One youngstCr had a piece OF towel
tied around his foot for a sock. The
uniforms were old. Many OF the
prisoners were young.
One of them, with a blond mustache,
spoke good English. He said he once
worked as a waiter in the Kaiser
Hotel, near Black Briar Inn, London.
He wanted to go to the United States,
but was prevented by the war. He
intends to go anyhow, at his first
opportunity, he said. Others Joined
him in that determination.
All Were sick OF war. They refused
to say which side they thought would
win, but agreed that the conflict
would hardly last another year. The
former waiter was asked II the Ger
mans still thought the Americans
were amateur soldiers, as they had
been told by the German propaganda.
He laughed as he replied:
after last weeks fighting! Ny God,
we know now that the Americans can
fight like hell"
The entire group Of prisoners
smiled their assent to this emphatic
tribute.
The Washington times., 1918-06-13
ASKSS2OO,OOO,OOO
TOEXTEND WATER
POWER FOR WAR

Appropriation Of 100000. 900 to in
crease power supply in overloaded in
dustrial center will be asked Of
Congress by President Wilson at the
request Of the War Industries Board.
This follows orders for war ma
terials from General Pershing Of al
most overwhelming magnitude.
Unless immediate action is taken
and extensions Of electric power in
the munitions cities is obtained. war
work will be materially hampered,
Chairman Baruch, OF the War Indus
tries Board, said today.
The entire war program is being
rearranged in view OF secret orders
cabled by General Pershing this
week, which must take precedence
over many other war orders and will
tax the industrial machinery OF the
country, It is officially declared.
Munition cities along the seaboard
from New York to Baltimore and as
far west as Messaline and Akron,
Ohio. are short OF power. Manufac-
ture Of war materials is being re-
tarded
The plan for Immediate relief is 10
provide. out OF the appropriation.
capital to enable power pants to be
increased in size. Inability to get
capital through private channels and
the excessive cost OF materials has
prevented expansion as demands
grew.
The Government would supply
funds and allow the utility companies
y reimburse IL gradually.