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Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17
ITALIANS IN
AN OFFENSIVE
Attack The Invaders In The
Snow and Make Some
Gains.
PEACE POSSIBILITIES
German Factions Cannot
Agree Upon The Terms
To Offer.
PEACE POSSIBILITIES

The political pot Of Germany con-
tinues at a full boil with the militar-
lists seemingly in the ascendency but
with the moderates hotly opposing
them. At least one meeting of the
annexationist paatY in Germany has
been broken up by the independent
socialists.
After days Of inactivity due to SHOWS
the Italians have attacked about Mon
te AsOlene and along the lower reach
ef the Pave river. Gains were scor-
ed at both places, prisoners were taxi
en- and heavy losses inflicted upon the
enemy.
Although there is still talk ir un-
official quarters of the possibility Of
a. final break in the peace negotiations
between the central powers and the
bolsheviki, the armistiee evidently
has been extended to Feb. lS, and it
is reported that the pourparlers will
be transferred shortly from Brest-
Lito, sk to Warsaw.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17
VETERAN!0F THE
ORPHANS BRIGADE.
Nat Gather President Of the Bank Of Hopkinsve For
the Last Nine Years, Died Tuesday Night
Aged Seventy-four Years.

when he entered the tobacco business
with his father-in.law, j. X. Cant,
which business he followed for 20
years. In 1904 he became travelling
representative Of the Forbes Mfg. Co.
and in 1909 was elected President Of
the Bank Of Hopkinsville.
Mr.. Gather was married in 1869 10
a daughter Of Gen. Felix ZollicofTer.
She died in 1871, leaving one son,
Fefv, now a prosperous merchant OF
Ft Worth, Tex. In 1875 he married
Miss Rebecca Cant and Mrs. Gather
and four children survive him. The
sons are Dr. j. Cant Gather, of this
city, and Nick Gather, of Texas. The
daughters are Mrs Robt. w. Greene,
OF Mayield, and Miss Rekecca Gath
er. Mr.. Gather was a lifelong mem
Der of Grace Episcopal church.
He was one Of Hopkinsville's best
ana most prominent citizens. In ev-
cry walk of life he was a true man, -
a gallant soldier, an upright citizen,
consistent christian, a faithful pub
lie officer, a devoted husband anC
fond father, his memory will be KEEP
green by those who knew him bes
and loved him for his many nobl
qualities.
The funeral services will be held a
Grace Episcopal church this Afternoon
and the burial will be in Riversid
Cemetery. Complete arrangement
for the funeral had not been mad
last night.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17
ATTY GENERAL
OF ENGLAND
Secretary Lane, Governor
Stanley and Others to Speak
at Big Kentucky Meeting.

Louisville, Ky, Jan IS. Leading
citizens of Western Kentucky are ex-
pected TO attend the first war confer
ence of the state, to be held in Louis
vile next Tuesday and Wednesday,
under the auspices Of the national
council of defense and the Kentucky
state council of defense. Call for the
conference was issued by Edward w.
Hines, chairman OF the Kentucky state
council and il is planned to launch AN
educational campaign, which will re-
snit in the establishment of county
councils of defense throughout the en-
tire state, An invitation has been is
sued to the members Of the general
assembly to attend the sessions in a
body.
Hon. Franklin K. Lane, secretary
of the interior, and Sir Frederick E.
Smith, attorney general OF Great Brit
ain, will address big patriotic meet
ing at Macauley's theater on the first
evening of the conference. Cove
nor a. o. Stanley will be the prirci-
pal speaker at the opening mo- uiug
session. DR.. James A. b. Schercr Z
the council Of national defense vii IL
so speak at this Meeting.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17
$6O,OOO,OOO U. S.
PLANT In TENN.
Powder Factory Near Nash.
vile Will Employ $4,000
On Cumberland River.

Washington. Jan. l6.-A govern
ment powder plant to cost $50, 600, 900
and to employ about $1,000 men is to
be established by the war department
near Nashville. Tenn. Major General
Crozier, chief OF the ordinance bu-
reau. announced the selection OF a
site at Hadley's Bend, on the Cum
berland river. about twelve miles
from Nashville.
Construction will be started immed-
lately. General Crozier said, and the
plant will be put on q producing basis
at the earliest possible moment. A
preliminary force q workers already
hse ben ordered 70 Nashville.
~ nnIornmo1f 1odny took over
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

Nat Gather, President of the Bank
Of Hopkinsville, died Tuesday night
in the 74th year of his year, OF a re-
curing stroke Of paralysis.
Mr.. Gather was born at Cerulean
Springs, Ky, Nov. 26, 1874, a son Of
William N. Gather. When the war
broke out, he was in school at Colum-
bia, KY, a boy Of II years OF age,
where his grandfather and namesake
DR.. Nathan Gather lived. He enlist
ed in the Confederate army in the
fall Of 1862, in the cavalry of Capt.
Bowling E. Roberts, at Murfreesboro,
Tenn, then acting as escort for Gen.
Roger Hanson, who commanded the
Kentucky Brigade of Gen. John c.
Breckinridge's division. The COM
pany was recruited mostly from
Wayne and Pulaski counties in Ken
lucky. NJ. c. Sauhey, schoolmate
of young Gathers, who afterwards
became Judge Sauhey, was made
first lieutenant and it was from this
fact that Mr.. Gather joined com
pany remote from his home. Gen.
Hanson was killed at Murfreesboro
and Capt. Roberts company was
transferred to Col. j. Warren Girls
by's Sixth Ky. Cavalry, becoming
Co. II therein. Gen. Basil w. Duke
was his brigade commander. The
young soldier participated in the
bloody battle at Murfreesboro when
the famous Orphans Brigade lost
$500 men. During this fight Nat
Gather and Marshal Ney Stone were
couriers to Gen. Hanson and were
near him when he fell
Mr.. Gather was with Gen. Morgan
at Milton, Tenn at Snow Mountain
and in the raids into Kentucky that
finally eliminated in the famous Ohio
raid. While crossing the river on the
flight from Ohio at Bufflngton's bar,
Union gunboats came upon the scene
and most of the cavalrymen, includ-
ing Mr.. Gather, were captured ana
sent to Camp Chase, at Columbus, in
July 1863. Later he was transferred
to Camp Douglas, at Chicago.
In the following October Nat Gath
er and Fielding Baker, a rrigg county
comrade, having had money sent
to them by their parents, bribed the
guards to look the other way while
they scaled a ten-foot fence and made
good their escape. Baker reached
Kentucky, but Gather was detained
In Chicago as a witness in matter
that came under his observation and
the next day headed for Canada and
going east took passage by steamer
for Havana and entered the South by
way Of New Orleans. BY a singular
he and Baker reached
Atlanta and reported for duty the ,
same day. about Jan. l, 1864. Mr..
Gather was with Col. Adam johnson
and afterwards with Col. j. j. Morri- :
son. with whom ne surrendered at
Greensboro. N. c.. in April 1855.
He took part in the Georgia campaign
81 1854
~. Gather zane 10 HopkinsviIle
& r2d we dePuIy paiy clerk
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17
Chat fbom Pe0S .c

BRASH f R-Miss Annie Nav
Brasher a popular teacher IN ne
West Side School, has resigned her
position and will leave tomorrow for
Washington to accept a position in the
Office Of the Adiutant General, at a
salary Of 81, 100 to start with. She is
a daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs. John L.
Brasher.
GARY-Miss Addie Belle Gary,
who has been taking music course
in Chicago, has accepted an invitation
to sing before the Centennial and
Vendrie Clubs OF Nashville.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17
F. H. BASSETT'S
BROTHER DEAD
Edward R. Bassett Succumbs
To Attack of Lobar
Pneumonia.

Edward X. Bassett, assistant Sec
retary TO the Board OF Public Safety,
died at l0:45 O'Clock Saturday night
OF lobar pneumonia. He died in the
apartment OF his son. Ransom Bas-
sett, in the Weissinger-G -Gaulbert. He
had been i'll about ten days.
Mr.. Bassett was born in Clover
port, KY, so years ago. He came
to Louisville about eight years ago,
and became principal owner in the
Falls City Brick Company. He was
former president of the Grayson
County State Bank at Leitchfeld, Ky.
Recently he was appointed to the po-
sition he held at the time of.his death.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs.
Myrtle Bassett; a daughter, Mrs. Clay
I. Cubbage, OF Leitchfeld; a son
Ransom Bassett, chief clerk IN the
Quartermaster's Department at Camp
Zachary Taylor; three brothers. Col.
Z. b. Bassett, stationed at Camp Shell
by. Hattiesburg, Miss; DIR. Frank
Bsssett. Mayor OF Hopkinsville. KY,
and r. Basseti. president ofthe Gray
son County State Bank. Of Leitchfeld;
also four sisters. Mrs. Mollie Kenney.
OF Bayside. Ill; Mrs. John Dent. of
Birmingham. Ala; Mrs. Frank Greg
ory and Mrs. Julia Chick. both Of
Louisville.
The funeral arrangements have not
been completed. Courier journal.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

The machinery for the Daily Ken
tuckian is still in New York, while
traffic is practically paralyzed by ac-
cumulating snowdrifts in the East.
Freight movement is almost COM
pletely showed under, but conditions
are slowly improving. We can only
wait on the weather clerk.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17
KENTUCKY WAS
THIRD STATE
To Ratify The Nation.w wide
Prohibition Amend
ment.

Frankfort, KY. Jan. l6.- Both
houses Of the Kentucky general as
sembly Monday ratified the proposed
prohibition amendment to the federal
constitution. Kentucky was the third
State to take action. The votes were
overwhelming and no fight was made
by the vets.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17
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FOLLOWING THE FLAG.

VIM. I. McCord. aged SO. a
married IAN Of this city with one
child. enlisted with Recruiting OFF,
1ors Lutes and Hamilton on Jan. 18th
~ the 10th Engineers. The gov
1nment needs 5000 men for this
Inch Of the service for immediate
h France. See the officers In
~ Postofiice building.
EFnsst Pursley Of the U. S. Marine
[gpa bat home o6 Z brief furlouah
II tbe Ph||adelphia Navy yarda
~ ~ poron la Mr. and Mr..
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

Fighting snow in boomers" was
the headline in a paper telling Of
women at work in Chicago. Snow is
unpleasant to deal with anywhere,
but il ought not to require much urg-
ining to make girl fight it in her
bloomers.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

The first factories that have been
asked to diverst industrial plants to
war work were those making automo-
bile covers and corsets, We supp 'se,
in the natural logic Of events, corset
covers and automobiles will come
next. -Elizabethtow News.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

A Berlin report says the decision Of
the vi led States to send 100000 Geo
bushels Of wheat to France means
mat our soldiers are not to be sent.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

Mrs. Carrie Sims ldied at the West.
ern State Hospital Jan. 10. Of iuber-
culosis. She was 40 years old and a
native Of Tennessee. but had resided
In this county for several years. She
was received at the instItution sbosr
TIN And 4 haN yearn - r.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

Senato James and BeSkham are
classed as doubtful on the woman suf-
frage amendment. We would like
70 see them vote together once and
both vote to keep women out Of
politics.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

The Nashville Tennessean Of Sun
day contained picture Of Low John
son, Jr., LEILA johnson and Lucian
johnson. who made a record Of ten
years attendance at the Methodist
c>nroh - ml1horf - Th.-
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

Germans report l3 allied air raids
on German towns in December, with
4 killed and 81 injured.
Hopkinsville Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1889-1918, 1918-01-17

Ten Mexican army officers, includ-
ing general, were shot at Toluca
for an alleged plot against the author
ifies
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
ARMY INFORMATION BUREAU.

Though it has been mentioned on previous occasions in the Copper Era, the public seems to have forgotten the fact that Greenlee county has an army information bureau. This is an auxiliary of the Red Cross chap ter, and its mission is to keep the addresses of all Greenlee boys now serving in the national army, Mrs. B. l.. Gay, of Metcalf, is county chair man of this feature of the Red Cross, while Miss Laura M. Butler is local chairman for Clifton.
 If this feature is made as effective as it should and desired, the address es of Greenlee soldiers must be fur nished to either Mrs. Gay or Miss But Ter. When a soldier is transferred from one training camp to another, or sails for France, relatives of such soldier should at once notify either of these ladies, who keep record of such addresses.
 Miss Butler stated this week that many are not doing this and for this
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
l8 MAVERICKS GUT
 INTO ELK HERD

Clifton Lodge No. 1174 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, will pull off the big initiation tonight at the High school auditorium. This func- tion has been previously mentioned, but is of sufficient importance to bear repetition this week, inasmuch as the affair will take place tonight.
 The noviates, numbering eighteen, are some of the most prominent peo- pleof the district, and while they have been considered Mavericks" heretofore, they will be rounded up this evening and the distinctive and well known Elk brand which is regis tered in every county in the United States, will be placed upon them in manner that will make them recog- nizable lin the dark as well as in the light
 All Elks are invited to be present on this occasion, which will be the most important function in Elkdom of this season. After the initiation re- treatments will be served in accord ance with rules and regulations of the state and national governments. Those who will be taken into the herd this evening are: Elmer Swan son, Robt E. Wright, Tom B. Holman, M. H. Mclean, Wm. J. Donahue, John Young, B. A. Eisenacher, David Thom- son, H. E. Wilson, F. E. Stanton, B. R. Updike, J. Owen Amber, R. K. Min son, J. J. Roscoe, Jr., George Fraser Chas. T. Tonkin, R.. B. Lewis, D. M Cansler, R. H. Christman, George R. Drysdale. F. Backstein. F. w. Nc Lean, T. L. Knowles, w. s. Jones, V F. Hastings, Max W. Juelg.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
ONE MILLION DOLLAR FIRE
 SWEEPS LORDSBURG, N. M

A blaze, stupendous in it's destruc- tive proportions, occurred in Lords burg Thursday. Practically the entire north part of the city was rased by the liquid flames from the burning oil; which released from the contain CTS, as it rushed across that section of the town, obliterating the small buildings in its path, leaving its track black and charred where small shacks stood just few minutes before.
 About ten o'clock Thursday morning Southern Pacific passenger Mo- 107 pulled into that station, cut loose from the train and proceeded to the oil re- servoirs to take on fuel. oil. After fill ing the engine container the fireman attempted to shut off the oil, but the valve refused to work, and the tank and cab of the locomotive was soon flooded. The escaping oil soon form ed pool along the track, and under the engine, which became ignited from the fire box, enveloping the To- comotive in flames. Then $he engi- neer and fireman abandoned the loco motive and scene, leaving the fire of the burning oil to do it's destructive work.
 The flames soon leaped to the oil reservoirs. one of -VhiaR bursted its bands, allowing the oil to escape to the ground. The oil from this bursted tank caused the blazing river that swept through the northern mart of the town, consuming everythine in its wake
 It is estimated that the damaee will amount to snproximatelv s1000.000. :. Practically all of the nrone-tv dam aoed was owned Inv the Southern Pa nif'o raI'road with the execution of tho numhar nf small hni1dinos destroy nd Inv tho river of five. Five 1coomo- +ivee opd several bow cars loaded with f-eieht. were consumed. as well other railroad nronertv. enhracine tho rn"nd honse. turn table. etc.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

reason the record is not complete While a reporter was talking to Miss Butler about the importance of this feature she received two inquiries regarding the address of two Clifton boys by friends >here. Fortunately she had the information, and gave the inquirers a prompt answer.
 Either phone Miss Butler at the of fee of Dr. l.. A. w. Burtch, Clifton. or to Mrs. B. l.. Gay, at Metcalf. any changes in the address of your. soldier who is away from home. Friends will want to write to him, and he will wish to hear from his associates at home, so help your soldier to hear from home folks by giving his address to either of these ladies.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
CALL FOR ORGANIZATION OF
 BOY SCOUTS IN CLIFTON

In order that Clifton may get in line with every other town in the United States that makes any preten- tions of importance, we men of Cliff ton had better get together on the Boy Scout proposition.
 For the purpose of discussing the advisabilitv of perfecting an organi- zation of the Boy Scouts movement in this town we have called a public meeting for Saturday evening, March 23rd. at p. m., at the Y. NJ. C. A. building.
 Men of Clifton please attend.
 J. c. COOPER
 ASA MILLER F. N. WHITAKER,
 Troop Committee.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
HAVE YOU BEEN SICK?

that robs ambition, destroys appetite and makes work a burden.
 To regain your strength nothing has ever equaled or compared with Scott's Emulsion; its blood-enrichng proper ties give energy to the body while its tonic value sharpens the appetite in a natural, permanent way.
 If you are run down, tired, nervous, overworked or lack strength, be sure to get Scott's Emulsion today.
 Scott & Bowne. Bioom6esd. N.1.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
Justice Address officiated-

Last. Monday Justice Address off, ciated at the marriage of Juan c. Rodriguez and Jesus Cuevas. The ceremony took place in the justice court room, immediately after license had been issued permitting this couple to wed.
 In the afternoon on the same day, Justice Address united in marriage Carmen Jiminez and Refugia Herman deg. This ceremony also took place in the justice court room.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
Carnival at Metcalf-

For the benefit of the Red Cross the patriotic spirit of Metcalf will play conspicuous part. Under the aus pices of the Elks of that place a street carnival will be staged the first of April. The dates are 6, 7 and Sth of next month, and it is expected to, realize nice sum from the re- ceipts of this diversion. The affair will be given more publicity in the Copper Era as the dates draw nearer.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

Snow and Rains Make Good Season.
 B. c. Bell, of the Blue, was in Clifton the first of the week mingling with friends here. MT. Bell stated that cattle on the Blue were in good shape, aAd owing to the splendid sea- son in the ground from recent rains and -ne'tine snow in the mountains, grass would soon be plentiful.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

Dave Lloyd received a card this week from Alex Patterson, stating that he had just arrived at St. Johns, Quebec, from Vancouver, B. C., and landed right among the frost and snow' Alex is experiencing all kinds of weather since his departure from Clifton last January. He is station ed at the engineers training depot.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

Frank Wilson, of Duncan, and Tuck; Edwards, of York, were here yester. day to deliver<a bunch of COW ponies that they had sold to Thos. Wilson. ,. of the Double Circle ranch, who also came in from Eagle to receivee the horses.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
pr. Lein Will Go With Medical Corp,

pr. Lein Will Go With Medical Corps
 Dr. F. O. Lein has received orders to report for duty to the Medical corps of the United States army, March 26. He returned Thursday from Fl Paso, where he went on business connected with his future assignment. While there he procured his uniform and presents a striking appearance in his new regimentals.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

G. Megginson, whose home is in Lufkin, Texas, arrived in Clifton on Thursday night. MT. Megginson is in the railway mail service, and will take the run between Clifton and Lordsburg.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

Mrs. W. W. Carpenter, who has been the guest of her parents, Mayor and Mrs. O. J. Cotey for the past several months, returned to her home in Phoenix the first of last week. She was accompanied as far as Lordsburg by Mrs. COtey.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
Goes to Tampico-

Goes to Tampico-
 Pedro Bianes returned to Clifton last Friday from Los Angeles, where he has been attending commercial school. He has accepted the position of private secretary to the vice presf- dent of the Huesleco Petroleum com pany of Tampico, and left this morn ing for that city.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

Lay Services at Baptist Church.
 Superintendent J. A. Davis, of the Clifton schools, will conduct the ser vices at the Baptist church next Sun day morning and evening. At each hour MT. Davis will deliver a lay sermon. All are invited to attend these services
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
rank siIIinqsIey Expected Home

Mrs. Jesse Billingsley, superintend- ent of pubic instruction, who left on Tuesday of last week to visit MT. Billingsley at New York, writes home that she and MT. Billingsley will re- turn in a few days, where the latter will spend his furlough before again sailing for France with his ship. They are expected this evening or Sunday.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

Home from Globe '-s
 Messrs. Hoyt and Hutchins, contrac- tors on the Gila county highway near Globe, returned to Clifton on Thurs day for few days visit with home folks and to look after some mining interests in this district.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

Wanted to rent, nice or room house for the summer, by permanent responsible couple with 2 children.
 Must be reasonable. Would buy home if suited. Box 1885 City 1tpd
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15
Moose to Meet March 22-

The next meeting of Clifton Lodge No. S53, Loyal Order of Moose, will be held at the Masonic hall in Cliff. ton on the evening of March p. At this meeting this order will elect officers for the ensuing term, and all members are requested to be in attendance, as other matters of i'm portance will come up for considers tion before the lodge.
 Wm. Patterson, Secretary.
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ANNOUNCEMENT

I hereby announce myself for the office of School Trustee from Clifton School District No. 3, subject to the will of the voters at the School cleo ton to be held on March 30th, 1918.
 l. A. McLEAY
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Pres byterian church will meet at the home of Mrs. Geo. R. Drysdale on Thursday afternoon, March 21st at 2:30 p. m. All members and friends are cordially invited.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

MT. and Mrs. J. H. Connoley, of Fl Paso, are spending a few days in Clifton this week. They formerly re- sided here, where MT. Connoley held a position with the Arizona Copper Go.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

A. E. Lightfoot, a popular travelling man out of Phoenix, was seeing the trade here the first of the week.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

R. S. Johnson was in from his ranch on Eagle the first of the week to vis- it Mrs. Johnson, who has about re- covered from her recent illness. Mrs. Johnson returned home with him.
The copper era and Morenci leader., 1918-03-15

Miss M. Rowry, of Miami, .wass a guest at the Clifton hotel last Mon- day while, en route to Morenci