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Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

they drag you from sick bed to pull
her through II isn't fair"
81 was n fireman for two years before
I ran a locomotive" answered Bill.
'sIhen / served ten years on freights
ana ordinary passenger trains before
was given the Flyer. You'll get your
chance when you've earned It,"
Let me drive her tonight" Urged
Fred,--"You can rest on my side OF the
cab"
This train has been given into my
care" replied Bill "I'n do my duty
and take II through safely" But even
as he said this, Peggy saw his hand
tremble again.
Fred's face took on an evil darkness
as Bill turned to look for the conductors
signal. Peggy felt that she must watch
him as well as Bill
"All aboard !" came cry from down
the row of Pulmans Peggy, looking
back, saw a green and white lantern
waved. The colored porters gathered
up their little steps and swung into the
vestibules. Engineer Bill released the
air brakes and gently pulled the throttle
Number 337 gave a grunting pun, there
was a hiss of steam, another pun. and
the Night Flyer was in motion. Sc
smoothly did the long train start that
Peggy could scarcely realize It was NOV
ing until she looked out of the cab and
saw that they were slipping out of the
station. Bill pulled the throttle BIZ
harder, and Number SS7 roared instan,
response, dashing eagerly forward n
steadily increasing speed, until they
had left the fiickerfng lights Of the towr
behind them and were rushing out into
the darkness of the country at sixty
miles an hour.
| TOMORROW toiH be told hoW Engineer
Bin aud Peggy get scdre)
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
CHAPTER ii
In the Enpiue Cab

Number 337. declared by Engineer
~ Bill >Carney to be the fastest loco
motive on the road, was snorting and
throbbing at the head Of the Night Fly.
er as the Spirit of Safety rushed Peggy
into the cab. The big steel steed SEEM
ed eager to be off on its swift flight to
the sea It had taken only a minute
to- uncouple' the engine which had drawn
the train thus far, and only another
minute to couple on Number 337.
Engineer Bill was on the steps of the
cab, leaning down to receive final in
structions. These were being given by
no less a person than the superinten-
dent himself which showed that they
we're very important
Its a shame to ask you to drive
the Flyer tonight. Bill, when you are
so sick that you ought to be in bed,
the superintendent was saying. "but we
haven't another man we can depend on
to take her through on time. And she
must be on time. because scores are de-
pending absolutely on the trains reputa-
ton OF never being late and because
we nave MS passenger an important
government official who must sail for
be doing Uncle Sam service IL you
get him there, Bill"
I'll get him there answered Bill
grimly. though his face was pale from
mis- illness and his hand trembed a bit
as he put on his goggles.
We thought at first we might let
FRED try It," said the superintendent in
a low voice, nodding his head in the di-
rection Of the fireman on the opposite
side of the cab, but we decided that this
trip was too important to take any
chances"
Il understand" replied Bill.
The Night Flyer has got to get
through on time and get through safely
repeated the superintendent. I'm 60
Ing along to look after the official"
Bill nodded and climbed bit un-
cab.
See how much depends on your
watchfulness." whispered the Spirit Of
Safety to Peggy. You're on Uncle
Sans business tonight. You mustn't lei
harm come to Engineer Bill. Sit up
there. on the seat beside him and keep
guard of him every minute. Good-by."
With that the Spirit of Safety darted
out of the cab, leaving Peggy alone
with her queer and unexpected job. And
Iessy redIlzeu tnat IL was Dig job,
for any child could see that Engineer
BIZ was a very sick man. As Peggy
climbed up behind him, she wondered
what she would do II he tainted or be-
came delirtous while the Night Flyer
was rushing through the darkness
Quickly she thought of Fred. the fire
man. He might help. But Gas she
studied his face, she understood why
the superintendent would not trust him
with the train. There was something
in his eye that showed he could not be
depended on. 1t was reckless, de-
fiant look. Just now there was anger
there. too. He flung open the door of
the frebox. shoveled coal upon the
roaring blaze and slammed the door
shut. Then he turned to Engineer Bill.
I'm getting sick of this job" he
growled. Here I've been firing a year.
and know enough to handle an engine,
and yet rather than give md a chance
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
Particularly Fine Skirts at a
Saving LE-s5I

They are beautiful skirts, all of them-beau-
tiful in style, material and finish And from So
to $40 can be saved on any one of them Some
of them are samples from a good manufacturer,
others have been reduced from our own stocks.
They beautiful soft velveteens, satins,
crepes de chine, fine serges and wool venetians.
The veveteens and silks mostly black, many
with fringe trimming them, and made in un-
usual styles The woolens are in beautifully
blended plaids or handsome striped effects, box
pleated, accordion pleated or gathered A satin
skirt at S13.25 is sketched
Prices are $1325, $15 and $1975.
(Market)
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
Heavier Waists

Women wearing uniforms like
the plain gray or blue cotton
flannel waists and most every
body likes the gay candy stripes.
All are strictly tailored and have
collars that can be worn high or
low. 1925 and $3.50.
Navy blue waists of cotton
serge are $2.75.
These are all in sizes SO to 46
and few are in large sizes up
to so.
(Market)
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
SHIP CAMOUFLACE ENDS
Futuristic Effects Will Give Way I,
Regular Colors

The splashy designs which for more
than two years made all ships appear
like demons of the deep will appear no
more.
One will now be able to tell that a ship
is ship. instead of a sea serpent on
the rampage. 1t has been decided that
all ships will now be painted in colors
which are most becoming to them. The
tint will be designated by the Govern
ment.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
Sweater Days are
Here!

Men who are outdoors much
want a good thick sweater to
keep them warm. Warm coat
sweaters in navy, gray, maroon
or brown have collars or plain
necks. Special at $6.25.
Gallery. Market
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
Cuddly Blanket
BathrObes for Boys
and Girls

Warm, thick blanketing in
light or dark figured combina-
tions is well made into generous
sized bathrobes with heavy
cords about the waist and large
pockets.
Sizes 2 years to 6 are $3.50;
8 years to IL, 1925; and Ia years
to l6, 50.
(Centrall
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

(The Spirit Of SoJety transforms
Peggy into a totsp Of steam, and asks
her 10 match oUer Engineer Bin Car
ney of the Night Flyer, toho goes on
duty even though tlL)
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
GIRLS LEARN FIRST AID
Glasses Are Held for Hog Island
Women Employees

First-aid courses for the girl en-
ployes of Hog Island are being con-
the girls welfare department.
The courses cover a period OF ten
weeks and include both theoretical ano
practical lessons in frst-aid work. The
i,jarly will be eligible to take the Amer
lean Red Cross frst.aid examination.
The classes for the shipyard, girls are
held every Thursday evening at tne
Navy Auxiliary. 221 South Eignteehmth ~
street, Philadelphia The first class be-
gan last Thursday.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
Extra Size
NightgOwns at $1.65

And unusually good at this
price!
Of soft nainsook with neat
embroidery around the neck and
sleeves in a slip-over style cut
plenty full. y
(CentraD
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
Cpes Ubat 5ee

Will discover the pretty, per-
sonal gifts that give so. much
pleasure at Christmas. And.
too, many helpful things for
the home or to help revivify
old frocks will be found scat.
tered all over the Down
Stairs Store.
Long runners for the piano
or table and square scarfs of
fine, deep velour or of rleam-
ing wood-silk tapestry would
delight beauty-loving home
keepers. They are in all the
shades of full brown, green.
garnet, dark blue, rose, etc.
and in combinations Of color.
S1.75 to $3.50. (Chestnut.
herchlefs for the kiddies to
take to school are of sturdy
white linen with little colored
borders. They are special at
12Ac each. (Central.)
What more lovely than a
set of furs? Obs and abs
will greet such a gift! Among
the less expensive sets are
natural rabbit at $3.50, nat
ural cat-lynx at $25 and jap
anese badger at $35. Nor
ket.)
Pillow cases of fine cotton.
prettily EN- b O d cred, are
neatly boxed by pairs all /
ready to send off. $1.75 a
pair. (Chestnut.)
How a pretty woman's
heart would futter joyously
II, on opening her packages
Christmas morning, she would
find this bit of silk and lace
in the form of dainty
matinee!
1t is of pale pink crepe de
chine edged all around with
imitation filet lace. Hand en-
broidery of blue and pink silk
trims the front, and, best of
all, the matinee slips over the
head! Special at IS. (Cen-
trnl) Il
Turkish bath sets are at
tractively boxed and consist of
a large towel, a guest towel
and a wash cloth in pink or
blue plaid. Such a set is ac-
ceptable at any time. $1.50. /
(Chestnut.
Serviceable things are gifts
Of the gods, and people do
appreciate them 30 much! For
instance, how would you feel
about receiving a pretty I
"nightie" of dainty yet sturdy /
pink crepe adorned with Cop
enhagen blue stitching7 Well,
apply it to your friends! $2
(Central.)
Reversible satin ribbons to
adorn hats, frocks and lin |
gerie are in innumerable con-
trasting colors! Plenty Of
black ribbons, turn their other /
side and, lol 1t is gray, rose
OF blue, etc. And for the light |
gifts, lavender and pink com.
bine In loveiiness. 14c @ yard,
to CSC, according 10 width. +
tcsmtrqf)
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
A Fresh Frill

Will give an air of newness to
quite an old frock, and even a
new one would be better for it.
Here are yards and yards of frill-
ing Of Georgette crepe, chiffon,
organdie and net with a straight
edge or in Van Dyck points. 55c
to $1.75 a yard.
tCentraD
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

The rivet carrying department of the
Pusey & Jones New Jersey yard has Issued
a def to all quiot teams In this country and
elsewhere. The workers ready to back
their champions against all-comers. Jack
Hayes is the mpn who In ready to accept
challenges for the rIYet carrlers.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

Miss Mary, Il. Runk. one of the pioneer
women workers at Hog Island. and secre-
tary &c. Doctor Kennedy. manager OF the IN
Che Will return to her home In YOUNGSTOWN.
Ohio. Miss Runkel was given leather
purse. the gift Of several stenographers or
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

A Harlan yard humorist sent one. OF
those MAKE No Unnecessary Noise signs
used In the Century Club Hospital to the
boiler shops with request that Boss
Claussen hang II up as a suggestion for his
hoYs.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

When II comes to luck. Jack strobel. Of
the Harlan yard. has Lucky" Baldwin
bound hands and feet. For instance. he
landed seven or eight baskets q groceries.
nine or ten bags Of flour a few dollars and
q carload of CANDY at the Harlan fall fcs-
tiVal. Ore rIght he won seven prizes, but
that was an on night. which anybody Is
likely n have.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

Plans for a THANKSGIVING Day party were were,
Of the ouistconck Girls Club. Of Hog Island.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

"Specd" would be good cognomen for
r. T. Kellog. a Pusey & Jones toolmaker
He was comnimented for some fast work on
the Jig for C-S's propeller shaft.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

Paul DiehI. an air hammer repairman OF
the Pusey Jones Company. has won the
commendation of his foreman for his in
dustry.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

BuclsinR "Old John Law" cost Bill Buck
ley. of the Harlan yard. twenty-five seeds.
He tried to give motorcycle cop the dust
OF his gas wagon. only to find out that his
machine dodnt have the kick he thought II
m
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

Glasses in gymnastics and dancing for girls
ing at the Hog Island Y. NJ. c. A. follow
fng basketball practice
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
DREAMLAND
ADVENTURES
RX D1nnY
"THE NIGHT FLYER

A complete neW adventure each ,Uoek, b,
ginning Monday ond ending Saturday
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

TOMORROW toiH be told ho0 Engineer
Biz aud Peggy get a scdreJ
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

Medium weight shirts and
drawers of kind that women
want now and all through the
Winter.
Shirts have high necks and
long or elbow sleeves or low necks
and elbow sleeves.
Drawers are ankle or knee
length.
$1.65 for regular sizes; $1.S5
for extra sizes.
(CentraD
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
Girls FrOcks and Coats of
Heavier Materials

Corduroy quite favorite for both coats
Frocks for girls of to II made
corduroy The pockets prettily embroidered
Coats for girls of 10
coos brown blue the
and have high collars. $3.50
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19
Coats for Juniors

Heavy chevo coating forms girls years to 49,
The large collars fur cloth and the belts have
$2250.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

Pillow cases of fine cotton,
prettily EN- b r o d cred, are
neatly boxed by pairs all
ready to send off. $1.75 a
pair. (Chestnut.)
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

Turkish bath sets are at
tractively boxed and consist of
a large towel, a guest towel
and a wash cloth in pink or
blue plaid. Such a set is ac-
ceptable at any time. $1.50.
(Chestnut.)
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1918-11-19

will discover the pretty, per-
sonal gifts that give 50. much
pleasure at Christmas. And.
too, many helpful things for
the home or to help revivify
old frocks will be found scat
tered all over the Down
Stairs Store.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1916-1920, 1918-09-13

The impression made 10 far by the
Americans on the western side is less
pronounced, through the capture of
Combres show n penetration OF about
three miles into the German positions.
Fighting in the Open.
The mention Of American cavalry pa
trolls northwest of Pont-a- Mousson on
the road north OF Bots Communaux In
dicates that the force OF the American
thrusts has torn such gaps in the Ger
man line that the fighting now Is in tho
open. which brings Americans In their
element. This. II Is explained. would
imply that the German trench systems
which have been constructed and
strengthened for three years or more
have been reduced in a few hours by
Pershing's men.
The impression in General STAFF cir
cles on the basis OF fragmentary reports
Is that the American field army has be-
gun its major attack. but officers re-
frain from accepting this as definite
fact in advance Of official advices.
II has been known here for some time
that Pershing's field army was In the
process OF formation. Divisions which
had been brigaded with the British and
French have been gradually withdrawn.
and Gen. Peyton C. March. Chief OF
Star, announced recently that 80 per
cent. OF the American forces in France
were now absorbed by the field army and
were under Gen. Pershing's direct COM
mand.
Ninety per cent. of the American COM
Blatant troops in France would bring the
number under PershinE's command 10
approximately. 100000. Nothing definite
Is known here as to the actual figure,
but It Is assumed that the American
field army has been built UP into a
striking force of tremendous power pre-
paratory to launching the American Of
fensive against the enemy.
Marshal Foch, It is explained. Is main.
tanning his plan Of hammering persist
emily at the enemy. hrst at one point and
then another. in. order to give him nc
rest. and. as Gen. March said, 'keer
him on the run.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1916-1920, 1918-09-13

Of the operation, and. as usual, they are
cautious about making predictiors.
The fact that this Is the first distinctly
American major operation on the west
ern front accounts for the eagerness
with which every scrap OF Information
was awaited In General Stan circles.
Ihere Is reason to believe that the
launching OF this offensive was timed 10
coincide with registration day in-the
United states. 1t Is also limited that
Secretary Of War Baker knew in ad-
vance OF the plan and that his presence
In Europe now resulted from a desire TO
De near the scene when the first Ameri-
can drive began.
start on the "Quiet sector"
SO far General Stan officers have not
received sufficient official information to
show definitely the scope OF the often
sive-that Ia whether It is an essentially
american drive implying maximum ef-
forts OF the new field army or whether
II Is sort Of feeling out attack to test
the German resistance and pave the
way for more powerful blows to come
Particular interest In this attack re-
suits, among other things, from tho fact
that the Americans on the eastern side
Of the salient have gone over the tor
American expeditionary force on the
western front This position has since
last October. when tho Americans took
over the trenches. been referred to, a,
"a quiet sector
Launching his converging attacks Al
daybreak. Gen. Pershing appears TO have
gained a foothold on the western side
of the salient by driving the enemy on,
OF Comhres. On the eastern side the
Americans have broken into the German
defensive positions and pressed forward
overcoming all resistance and capturing
the villages of Thlacourt. Pannes and
Nonsard.
The American line thus established
represents an average penetration o.
about three miles and considerably mar
rows the salient, threatening thereby Il
make resistance at st. Mihiel impossible
The French have reached the outskirts
of st. Mihel and are In a position Il
exert maximum pressure at this poin
whenever necessary.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1916-1920, 1918-09-13
ASSAULT Is TIMED
FOR Big DRAFT DAY
Presence Of Secretary Baker
on French Front Regard
: ed as Significant.
GENERAL DRIVE Is SEEN
P@shing Believed to Have
100000 Men Under His
Direct Command.
GENERAL DRIVE Is SEEN
sr,cinl Despntch 10 THn sux

Special Despdfch 10 TIRE SuS.
WARRINGTON, Sept. 12.-Cnder the
Airect personal supervision Of Gen.
Pushig American forces comprising
the newdy formed American field army
began a. powerful conversing attack on
both sides of the st. Mihiel salient.
which Germany has maintained intact
since the early days of the war. The
French. cooperating with the Ameri.
cans. have struck directly at St. Mihiel
itself. the voint of the salient. Unoff-
cisl reports tonight state that st. Mihiel
has been captured.
Latest adSioes here indicate that
the offensive operations have brought
marked initial success despite the great
difficulties OF Terrain and the strong
means of defenue at the enemy's dis
posal.
Military experts here say It. is too
early 10 judge OF the scope or success
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Cure for Pneumonia.

Saturate a ball of cotton one inch
in diameter with spirits OF grain al
cohol. add three drops OF chloroform
to each ball OF cotton, place between
the teeth-after first using vaseIine
on the gums to prevent burning-and
let the patient inhale the fumes in
long, deep breaths for fifteen minutes
then rest for fifteen minutes or more
then ishale again and repeat the
above for twenty times. Change the
cotton every seven minutes, or the
saliva will dilute the alcohol The
result will be, the lungs will relax
and expand to their normal condition.
In twenty-four hours the patient will
be out Of danger, and in forty-eight
hours. cured but weak-Marius A.
Redding.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Mrs. Hines Son Dies in France.

Mrs. w. d. Hines received word
from Adjutant General Harris, stat
ing that her son, Private John w.
Neighbors, with the 49th Engineers,
died in France Of pneumonia, Sep
tember II. Her friends will sincere
ly condone the loss of this mother
who has made the supreme sacrifice
for her country.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Noel White Succumbs.

Word was received the first of the
week that Noel White. who with his
family formerly resided at Austin, had
died at Norwood, the present family
home, death being due to influenza.
Almost the entire family who are at
home, have been victims of the dis
ease.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Her Son Across.

Her Son Across.
telegram was received this week
by Mrs. H. H. Stubbs. advising her
that her son Sumner had arrived safe
ly in France. The young man is but
Is years of age. Her elder son Frank
is now at mobilization camp and
expects to be called soon.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Ranges

Majestic, Monarch and Coles Ranges.
Duplax Fireless Cookers. A large stock
to select from.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Girls Home from Gunnison.

Girls Home from Gunnison.
Misses Ruby Stanford, Ruth Isensee
and Edith Welch were among the
Gunnison normal school girls who re-
turned home Wednesday evening. the
school having closed on account of
the influenza epidemic.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Home to Springs.

Mrs. Russell Bryan and children
passed through the city Saturday on
their way to their home at Colorado
Springs, after spending several weeks
with relatives on Rogers mesa and in
Delta.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Wounded in Battle.

Mr.. and Mrs. Hinton received a mes
sage this week advising them that
their son Johnny Hinton had been
wounded in France. No details were
given and they have heard nothing
further.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Mrs. PenIey Improving.

Mrs. PenIey Improving.
Returning home Sunday was A. E.
Penley, having spent the past ten
days in Denver witt. his wife who
passed successfully through deli
cate surgical operation. He reports
her convalescing nicely.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Mrs. Fairbanks Doinq Fine.

Latest word from Mrs. A. D. Fair
banks, who submitted to an operation
for the removal of a goitre at the Red
Cross hospital in Salida, the first of
the week is reported to be recovering
nicely.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Vacation on Ranch.

Mrs. T. e. Remley and daughter
Margaret, went down to Whitewater
Monday evening, where the little girl
will spend the vacation with her
grandmother Mrs. Remley returned
to Delta Tuesday.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Back from Coast.

Back from Coast.
Mr.. and Mrs. d. d. Denio and
daughter Lille returned Tuesday
morning from San Francisco and
other coast cities. where they have
sent the past two months. They
are on their way home to Woodston,
Kansas.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
Leave for California.

Leave for California.
After pleasant visit of ten days
with the family of ]. /. Niles and
mother, Mrs. Arthur Niles and two
children, of Omaha. Nebraska, left
Wednesday evening for Lodi, Cali
fornia, to spend the winter with the
lady's parents.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18

Her Daughter III.
Mrs. B. F. Anderson was called to
Olathe Wednesday by the illness of
her daughter Mrs. B. F. Heckert.
The Delta independent., 1918-10-18
came to See the Baby.

CdTHe 10 see the Bdpy.
Mrs. J. W. Davidson came up Sat
urday to see the new baby daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. H. Newcomer at the
Delta hospital. She left Monday for
her home at Fruita