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The Hawaiian gazette., 1918-03-08
CONVENTION WAITS

The National Party convention
organized early yesterday, but did
the convention adj
jourhfng5 fc!l..Fawait the action of
the Prohibition delegates on the
resolution before their convention
to merge the two parties.
The PrUlnbitionistS debated the
merging resolution long and bit
terry, finally voting it down and
substituting another resolution
under which the Prohibition
Party pledged itself to cooperate
with tho Nationals i'll the further
nncc of certain aims, common to
both parties.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
LIEUT.. KNAGGs TO !.
x i;tGs BE HERE NEXT WEEK

) The remains Of the late Joseph 81
Knaggs, now resting in the. maso,
leum In Green Hill cemetery. will
not be inferred until some time
nextS week. 1t had been thought that
Lieut.. Samuel Knaggs, of the U. s,
Marines, stationed in California,
would get here by Sunday to view
the body Of his father However,
Mrs. Knaggs received a message
from him that he is making the trip
by boat ana can't get here until next
week. Very likely he~is coming by
the way of the Panama Canal.
Mrs. SalIic Whiting
Mrs Sallie Whiting, wife of Mr.
Warner T. Whiting, died at her home
in Charles Town Tuesday after ;
protracted illness, The funeral was
held from the late home Friday aft
ernoon. She was q Miss Wager, O.
Culpeper, Va, before marriage. Hel
husband, two brothers and three
sisters survive htA .s's
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
with NEATNESS
AND DISPATCH

T. = = - .
with Neatness and Dispatch
Ithat is the way all, tasks should be
handled. It's skill that counts in
athis world-with skill and sincerity.
moral fibre and cheerfulness, you
can't lose.
Francis X. Blbshman as Paul DON
aldson in this brilliant Metro photo
play, to be seen at the Apollo The
atre on Monday certainly lfandles the
job he undertakes to do with neat
hess, and dispatch z The story has
Surprises every minute-both for the
hero and for the audience But OF
course there,s-nothtng rn3n, with red
blood in his veins wouldn't do 1if
pretty Geraldine. Ames ordered him
70. beverly Bayne plays Geraldine.)
Much of the scene of With Neat
ness ana Dispatch" is laid on great
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
THE PUBLIC SERVICE CoMMlS'N
OF WEST VIRGINIA
CAPITOL BUILDING
A q
CHARLESTON

A meeting of THE PUBLIC SER
wee COMMISSION OF WEST VIR-
GINA, held ON the 1st day of July,
A. d.. 1918.
CASE NO. 755.
POTOMAC LIGHT & POWER co.
Application for authority to change
rates and charges s{-5
sAlereas, application has this day
been filed by the Potomac Light &
Power Company for authority to
change its rates and charges, 1t is
ordered that leave be granted to any
person interested to file objection
thereto before the Commission at any
time on orlbefore the 10th day of
September, 1918; and this matter be
set down for hearing at a meeting of
the Commission to be held at its Of
fees i'll the Capitol building in the
City of Charleston on the said 10th
day of September, 1918 at two O'Clock
p. M, at which time any person may
appear and make such objection there
TO as may be deemed proper.
1t is further ordered that the APP
plicant publish q copy of this order
once each week for four successive
weeks in TWO newspapers of opposite
politics, if such there be, and of gem
eral circulation III the county or coun-
ties affected by the proposed change
in rates; and sIid applicant shall also
mail to or serve on each of its con
sinners affected by the proposed
change in rates, at least fifteen days
prior to the said 10th day OF Septem-
Der, 1918, a written notice in the form
prescribed by the Commission, show
ing that-it has applied to The Public
Service Commission for autihoritysstb
change it's rates, the time and place
sof such hearing, and4tlie rates propos.
ed to be charged by it; making due
return to this Commission of the pub
location ofsorders and service Of no,
.tice on its said consumers on or: be-
tore the day of hearing .4f
'sA Gopy-~Tes4e
r. B. BERNHElM, Secretary.
z 1twk 4wk Sat ~
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
JOHN P. mitchell DIES
IN PLANE ACCIDENT.
(By international News servico)

(By international News Service)
New Orleans, La, July 6.-Major
John Furroy Mitchell, former mayor
of New York, was instantly killed at
7.3O this morning, while flying in a
scouting machine at Gertsner ayia-
ton field So
Deep Regret At Washington
Washington. July 6.-War depart
ment officials were without official
word of the death of Major John
Purroy Mitchell, former mayor of
New York, early today. Deep regret
was expressed over thesaceident, as
il removed from tie air service an
officer of much promise, Major Nit
chel had qualified as. an expert fly
er, and it had been expected that. he
would be given over seas service in
the very near future,
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
IS TO 100 ARE DEAD !.
IN RIVER DISASTER
(By international News service)

(By fnternationaI news oSTstSCl
Peoria, Ill, July 6.-Seventy-five
to 100 persons perished when the
river steamboat Columbia sank eight
miles from here, according to esti-
mates Of county and boat officials
at 1890 this morning. AT that hour
33 bodies had been recovered. OF
which 26 had been identified. 1t was
reported that approximately 80 9th
ers are still unaccounted for.
(By International News Service) /
Washington, July 6.-Motion pic
tllre actors and other skilled pr
sons necessary ito the production Of
motion pictures are not affected by
the "work-or figqht' order, accord
ingAtoy a rtrlfng issued Nsby Fro
vost Marshal General Crowsler. Z So
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
NOTES OF PATIENTS.
AT KINGS DAUGHTERS

Mrs. Harry Homer, Of this city,
was admitted to the Kings Daugh-
ters' hospital, where she will under
go major operation
Baltimore & Ohio Brakeman Har-
ry Rudy, OF South Queen street, was
operated upon for appendicitis. and
is getting along well
Little Pauline Johnson, of Mar
tinsburg, was admitted for an oper
alton upon her eyes.
Little Elsie Corbin, of Engle's
school, was operated upon for the
removal Of her tonsils.
Clarence Noll, of West Stephen
street, was admitted for treatment
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
GERRhRDSTOWM HAS
PATRIOTIC MEETING

The patriotic celebration at Ger
rardstown Thursday night was a
successful affair and the attendance
was very large. A delightful program
Of music by the orchestra and q
number of reeitatiens, drill and play.
let comprised fthe program. Refresh
ments were sold for the geneft of
the Red Cross,ithe proceeds amount
Ing to about $65
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
RUNKLEs
VISITS HOME HERE

Raised upon the back of a horse
and trained to the minute. Corporal
Herbert II. Runkles, a sturdy young
cavalryman from Admission, Ala,
has been spending several days with
his parents, Mr. and Mrs. w. II.
Runkles, North Queen street He
will leave Monday to rejoin his regi-
ment Young Runkles first enlisted
in Co /. Of Winchester, now over in
France. Later he was transferred 10
the army veterinary school at Camp
Sewer, s. c., and is now officially
attached to the cavalry as a mem,
Der of the vetinary carps.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
PRESIDENT pr INSISTS
ON TAKING OVER WIRES
(By international News Service)

Washington, July 6.-President
Wilson this afternoon sent a letter
to Senator Martin, Of Virginia, lead
err of The majority in the senate, ur-
cling immediate passage of the reso-
luton authorizing him to take over
all lines OF communication, should
the necessity arise. The president
was most insistent in his letter, de,
claring that the legislation is abso-
lntely necessary. The letter reached
the senate just at n time when the
leaders had decided that there was
no necessity of acting in the matter,
and ii threw their plans into con-
fusion
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06

Mr. and Mrs. Nevin DIETRICH and
children, of Chambersburg, motored
over for the Fourth and returned
home accompanied by their little dau-
shter, Winifred, accompanied BY
little Miss Sara Dorm, who will visit
them. Winifred had been spending
several weeks with Sara.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
TO BALTIC. HOSPITAL

& MIR. Clarence Scruggs, Of North
Queen street, has been removed to
st. Agnes hospital in Baltimore,
where he viii be examined by spec
ialists and probably operated upon.
Mrs. Scruggs accompanied him
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
MR.. AND MRS. STEWART
ON "HONEYM0ON" TRIP

Mr. and Mrs. John w. Stewart
will leave this evening in their auto
'nlobile for Baltimore, and will take
a bay steamer at that point for Old
Point Comfort, Va, where they win
remain until Sunday evening, re-,
turning to Martinsburg on Monday
Mr.. James A. Dillon, of near He'd
eesville, was,a visitor in Town today
Misses Gladys Dunn and Chloe
Mason will spend Sunday in Wash
jngfon,
Mrs, T.. Dunn and daughter,
Gladys, Will leave Monday on a trip
to New York; Philadelphia and Will
Transport PA
Mr. Simon Labold and Miss Leona
'Eabold. of Portsmouth, Va, were at
Hotel Berkeley.
Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Barr, of Wash
ington, motored to Martinsburg for
the Fourth and returned home this
morning, accompanied by their. dau-
glitter, Mrs. H. l.. Alexander, who
will visit them.
Miss Mary Dumford, of Washing
ton, spent a1ie Fourth at her home
here @$ @sg
Miss Nan Small, of North Queen
street, who Is employed III the War
Risk Insurance office in Washington
is home forf,a few days -
XIV y stlts e or 8
Mrs. James 8, Lemaster, : of IFS
North Third street, and two daugh
tiers. Hilda and Pauline, left for Nc.
Keescport where they will spend Il
few days with relatives. 4
Miss Mary Murphy, of Minneapo.
lis, Mimi, Isl visiting Miss Mamie
Kavanaugh, of Pennsylvania avenue.
Miss Murphy has been in the Ord
nance Department OF the Govern
ment service in Washington.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06

estate where no man is permitted to
enter The maiden aunt Of Gerald
inc and, Mary calls.sit Eden" But
neither of the girls is disconsolate
when the right kind of man succeeds
in breaking into Eden" even If he
E,ls to use jimmy to do it. Il
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
''THE PRODlGAL SOM"
TO Be GIVEN SUNDAY

The choir of the First Methodist
Episcopal church will repeat the sac,
red cantata, "The Prodigal Son. iii
the church auditorium on Sunday
night at 8 o'clock. This will take
the place of the, regular evening
church services. All are invited
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
LIT. GLOVER HERE

Lit. Victor Glover, formerly a well
known young physician of Inwood,
stopped off en- route to Camp Meade
Nd, from Camp Greenleaf, Ga. He
has been transferred to the former
camp.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
HINER OUT FOR CONGRESS

Ben. H. Hiner, of Franklin, Pend,
Teton county, has announced his can.
didacy for the Democratic nomina-
ton for Congress in this district at
the August primary.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
WOODS Is
SAFE ON OTHER SIDE

Rev. DR.. and Mrs. +. NJ. Woods
recoiveddword from their son, Cap
tain Andrew Fl. Woods, formerly a
well known physician, announcing
bis safe arrival in France. He had
pleasant journey across the ocean
and says he will be able to tell many
interesting things when he returns
TO this country
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
CARD OF THANKS

We take this means to thank the
many friends and neighbors, who
SO kindly loaned the automobiles
and gave, ths flowers at the funeral
Of husband ,aind father, Mr.. H. A..
Smaltz II neass
1t pd BY wife and Children
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
SOCIAL .1.1 -. 4.
WAS WELL ATTENDED

Although the young people we've
compelled to call off the pIaylet Fri
day night, the Epworth Heagde's
patriotic social at First Methods
Episcopal church was, greatly enjoy
cd by the large audience in attend
'ance. The remainder Of the pro
gram was carried out and refresh
ments were served, The Teasan ythe
play had to be dispensed with,,was
that the uniforms could not be Fhad
at this Time. 1t is proposed to give
this portion Of - catertgsia.ypespTlt
some. time aiuriEss I. s,.ls2yt Liberty
Loan drive; to help. stir up patriot
ism. = fskfs sssssfa
$500, -.4.-,. -s,s. rsTsFEyai5
ar, 80 ha.w so.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06

Mr.. and Mrs M. b. Adams and
children, Madeline and Mary. South
Raleigh Street, motored to Bunker
Hill on the Fourth, and spent the
day with Mr.. and Mrs. Van Shirley.
They We're accompanied by Mr.. AL
len Stewart. of Virginia avenue. 8
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
AUXILIARY TO MEET

The Ladies' Auxiliary of the City
Hospital will meet tonight at $50
o'clock at the hospital
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06

n Have q good modern home on
aWs,Bprke ST. one on East John st.
one on%Boyd ave-, extended one on
PENNSYLVANIA Ave. See 1890.
7.-r- ~ - -t-.s. -. 81 y
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06
PREACHING AT TomAHAwK

Rev. w. II. Miller will preach at.
the Presbyterian church at Toma-
hawk at 8 p. III. on Sunday.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06

LEO III JOO IIIuuug u8V0
undergone many changes in
~ the past few years. Tho old
style effects, with the bic.
eaudy type and fancy borders, have
been replaced with more simple de-
sions. Present-day advertisers realizs
that the old, out-of-date designs have
no connection with modern business
methods, consequently they use more
dignified type faces which not only
attracts the buyers attention but ~
hects the prosperity Of their business
a. we'll.
The equipment of our Job De-
partment is up-to-date in every ~
spect Our type faces are new, our
presses arc kept clean and in good
condition; and the ink and paper ~
use arc just lithe better than seems
necessary. Let Us print your next
) job-wc are satisfying other MARITIME
burg bums,ess men and we believe IN
our ability to satisfy you.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-07-06

STRAW HATS
Less than one-half price
ct THE HUB, 141 N. Queen ST.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-12-12

Frank /. Reed Of 81. Louis, who has
been for some time in France, is re
ported missing.
Mrs. Rosa Babcock, a niece of Mrs
Henry Dawson. left last week TO joir
her husband, who is working in Ian
sing.
Mrs. Ed. Roe Of Jackson is visiting
Will Hurst and family.
DIR. b. b. Petit, who has been con
fined with a serious attack Of lnfiu-
enza, is again able 70 be out
Catherine Cave gave a party last
Thursday evening 70 the s. c. II. c.
club.
William Barrie has been discharged
from Camp Pike, Little Rock, Ark
Mr. Barrie and his wife, who has been
staying with him at Camp Pike, are
at present staying with Mr.. Barie's
grandmothey, Mrs. W. p. Andrews
of the Park hotel.
Mrs. III. ID. Tisdale's mother, Mrs.
r. II. Gladding, Of Flint and sister,
Mrs. G. II. Arnold, of Durand have
been visiting Mr.. and Mrs. Hsdale.
Her sister returned home Monday
morning but her mo,her expects TO
make a longer visit
There was a small fire on East ST.
last Saturday night but IL was ex-
tinguished before much damage was
done.
Miss Geraldine Burkman enter
tanned the S. c. II. {. club at her
home Friday evening.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-12-12
RED CROSS FIGHTS
DEADLY EPIDEMIC

Besides the special work conducted
throughout The country in checking
Ne recent epidemic of Spanish Infiu-
eHza, the organization through its
headquarters at Washington is prepar-
kg 10 fight a repetition OF the expert
ence that was so disastrous tttis fall.
educating the public thoroughly re
garding the symptoms and the prvper
care at the beginning OF an attack. In
addition 10 this, the American Red
eroes is fighting tuberculosis. The re-
epRt appropriation 10 the National Tu-
bcrCulosis Association Will be used for
edurationa as well as relief work
throughout the country.
So much has been said about the
aftermath Of the epidemic that espe-
Aas attention is being given to the
worn along this line. The weakness
which follows influenza leaves the pa
tent In a condition which makes him
O good field for the germs OF tubercu-
losls. A thorough physical examina-
ton. proper food and clothing, the use
Of mild preventiyes, will check the
prugress ~ the disease at once.
tuberculosis. or consumption, rs il
Is frequently called, Is both preventa-
bic and durable, provided the treat
ment OF the disease is begun before it
is too far advanced. Medicine plays "a
comparatively small part The fire.
auently advertised consumption
cures" should be looked upon as pol
son. The only medicine which should
he taken Is a good tonic which will
stimulate the appetite and build up
the system generally The main cure
lies In proper food, sufficient rest.
fresh air and sunlight and living. II
possible. according 20 the plan pre-.
seribed by a good physician. This re-
news the patients vitaltQ and soon
Kills the disease entirely.
For several years the National Tu-
keFculOsis Association has been dnanc-
fBg It's wo.k by the sale OF Red Cross
seals at Christmas time. The seals
sold for penny each and by making
q concerted effort enough money was
usually raised 10 carry the work
through the year This year there will
BE no seals sold because the American
Ned Cross has made an appropriation
for the aDti-tuberculosis work, and
those who formerly spent their time
selling seals will join In the work for
the Red Cross Christmas Roll Gail
during the week OF December 10 TO %
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-12-12
Nd Cross SANTA TO
FIJI SOLDIERS SOCKS
An Old Fashioned coicera0on Of
yUletide TO- American
Soldiers In France.

4 Christmas tree Ia every ward OF
pvssy American hospital and I'm every
hsspitAj recreation hut in Frsncei
n~sry wounded or sick American
eBhSina man TO receive two socks filled
- ire Dyin with fruits, nuts, candy
and smofesi
Tbefe are the most interesting fea-
gree OF q tentative Christmas cetebra-
IN program for the American hos
Stalls arranged by the Americas Red
sass in France In co-opssaton WITH
fhe commanding officers Of our AuAting
brves In hat country. Details Of the
nm 10 make Christmas as merry -
Sssibie FOR the soldiers In these insti-
Sfssns have just been received at Red
cscss headquarters. Nurses asd enlist
- nen on duty at these places Will
N,sO share In the Distribution OF Christ
oss cheer. Because OF the limited
eneunt OF available shipping space
the Red Cross was compelled to sssn-
cen It's original plan to send special
christmas parcels from here to soldier
Datients IN France. All the articles
distributed win be obtained over there.
This s. 10 be al old fashioned cele-
eration in every sense OF cse word
8very soldier will hang his socks e.
NAe tree. The socks will be tied with
rcd ribbon and In addition to he good
fes mentioned above will contain q
handkerchief and card. on which
will be- outlined the services To- Amer
ican RED Cross IL prepared 10 render
our soldiers Each soldier will re-
eeive sufficient number OF Christmas
postcards being designed by art
lists in the Red Gross service-to en-
able him to write 10 members OF his
family and his friends back home.
The Christmas dinner OF course, will
De ore of the features OF the celebra-
ton. After dinner there will be
MUSICAL entertainment, netion pic
lures and general singing
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-12-12
ST. LOUIS HAPPENINGS
BY Special CcrrespssAest

There was meeting Of the st
Louis Cooperative Shipping associa-
ton Saturday, and after the reports
were read officers were elected for the
coming year. In every case the old
officers and directors were reelected:
William Vanderbeek, president; John
Hanley, secretary-treasurer and man
ager; directors, Thomas Murray. Al
bert Maurer and Leonard Culver.
Mrs. Frances f. Burns Of the Lady
Maccabees spent last week Wednes-
day and Thursday in Lansing and
Saginaw on business and Friday and
Saturday she was in St. Charles at
tending meetings OF the War Pre-
paredness Board, of which she is a
member. Monday morning of this
week she left for Detroit on a bust
ness trip, where she expects to re
main the rest Of the week.
Percy Acker and wife were in Sag
nav on business the latter part of
last week
Al Baieh has sold his farm in Pine
River township TO David Osborne.
Miss c. f. Merritt has been visit
ing her sister in Battle Creek.
J. w. Pawson and wife have left
to spend the winter with their daugh-
ter at st. Helen.
Miss Luicle Yeringtron, who has
been taking vocal lessons Of Madame
Liegler of The Metropolitan opera
company in New York, has returned
and taken up the teaching of voice
and piano again in St. Louis.
Norman Branch has been released
from the naval base at Hampton
Roads, Virginia, and expects to enter
Alma college after the holidays.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-12-12
Innor,anee az the Past.

To think of ourselves as masters 81
our habits II 20 bait a trap for our
own moral death. What We are at
this moment. what We can do at this
moment depends not only upon max
ne M our minds at the time being
but also upon how we have made up
our minds countless other times III
thousands of minutes already gone ny
and now ont of our control. The one
slnc we cannot control Is the past
amav. however. control rs for GOOD ~
pviI.---Youth's Companion.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-12-12
For Group.

"Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is
splendid for Group" writes Mrs. Ed
ward Hassett, Frankfort, n. \. MY
children have been quickly relieved of
attacks Of this dreadful complaint by
its use" This remedy contains no
opium or other narcotic, and may be
given to a child az confidently as an
adult.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-12-12
SONG OF LITTLE THINGS.
av Jeanne Judson.

. This Is the song Of little things.
= \ clean, white bed In quiet
= place,
= A cigarette Ind ne saving grace
+ OF smiles HAT illumine the
= nurses fncp-
E These are the JOYS the Red Cross
= brings
= This is the song OF little things.
3 An old man brought 10 his home
3 again.
, And children who play. forget
= ting pain,
> hut that shelters from mud .
= and rain
, This is the res the Red Cross :
, brings