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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
COMMUNITY CLUB
ORGANIZED FOR
WINTERS CAMPAIGN

We ask the reader to notice what We
say In our heading campaign. This is
result Of the list OF officials chosen
-hohday evening at the Farmingdale
community Club, as it rather seems as
II they had selected their officers for
their political acumen and success. You
may take our word for it: 1t will he a
camp ign. a campaign of mirth and
merri:nent. for this organization. like
some of the famous patent medicines.
10 peculiar to Itself" It has had ona
season OF existence and this will be AT.
ways looked back upon by the resident,
OF farmingdale with feelings of min
sied pleasure and regret. PIeasu ,o
th,nk that the idea was conceived AMI
carried out by Farmingdaleites and 70.
SCI 10 thinK mat 1t was not done be.
iore' Tor the idea of these community
gatherings has worked out superbly.
Now mere is the roster for the com
ing winter as planned by the hoard -
strategy and put over in true political
style: President, William G. Horn.
lor many years one of tie best ch,;..
men of the board of selectmen the tow,
has ever had and still serving in thar
capacity, vice president. Ralph f. Man
son deputy sheriff and political wiz
dr')' secretary, Mrs. BERTHE Moody
NiarKe ian ardent equal suffraeistl.
secretary, 9. Elmer Stevens (town c,er,.
since about the year one); general com.
mit'ee, Wallace A. Purneu, Harvey
hooper Allen Clark; master of the kew
we don t know, but we suppose this
means cantor with the title affixed in
iieu OF salary. Viewed from any anr,.
S some bunch for a good time. If Won
oon t believe it move to Farminpd,; Ia
and become qualified for membership
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
GEN. EDWARDS
TAKES COMMAND
IN CR0z|ER'S PLACE

Washington. Nov. o5.-Assignment
of Major General Clarence r. Ed
wards to succeed Major General Will
liam Gro Her in command of the
Northeastern Department with head :
quarters at Boston. was announced
today a. the war department. Gener-
al Edwards. who went abroad as com
mander Of the 26th (New England)
Division. will assume charge of the
Northeastern Department on Dec. l.
He is q native OF Cleveland. Ohio.
and was appointed to the military
academy in 1888.
The resignation of General Crozier,
former chief of ordnance with Il
years of service to his credit. was
announced yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Inc natural beauty of the Maine coast
as well as the story of the people, many
of whom are isolated from the world
for months at a time, will be picture
by the stereopticon in the Cniversalist
restry this Tuesday evening at 80 by
Rev Hannah Powell, who was the sea-
coast missionary for years Miss Pow
ell represents no particular denomina-
ton She went to these people as Dr..
Grenfell went to those of Labrador.
The story is interesting and the need
urgent. The people of Gardiner are cor
daily invited to attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
WORLDS BIGGEST
BASE HOSPITAL
IN n. Y. CITY

New York. Nov. 25.-The biggest
he spltal Of its kind in the world and
the only one Of its type to be locat-
ed in the business seceion Of great
city, was formally opened here to-
day. To the 500 wounded men who
made up the first contingent OF pa
tients. there will be added $50 dur
ing the day and probably as many
more tomorrow.
The new hospital-Base Hospital
No. 3-occupies the big building that
formerly housed the Greenhut de-
partment store at 9Th avenue and
18th street. The hospital has accom-
modations for 1000 patients.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
CAMP UPTON SOLDIERS
GETTING READY TO GO
Rack TO CIVIL LIFE

Camp Upton. n. Y, Nov. 25.-The
first 10000 Camp Upton soldiers who
who are to be discharged from the
service were given final physical en-
aminations today preparatory to be-
ing mustered out Dec. 2. First dis
charges will be given to limited SER
vice men and then will come those
indicted for general service but who
are not needed to complete perma
nent camp ORGANIZATIONS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
GORCAS TO RESUME
YELLOW FEVER WORK
IN SOUTH AMERICA

New York, Nov. 5.-Dr. VIM. c. Cor
gas, who in October retired as surgeon
general Of the U. s. army. will resume
his position as director Of yellow fever
work for the Rockefeller Foundation.
the work which he temporarily relin.
pushed when this country entered the
war. He will sail shortly for South and
Central America - direct operations
there.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
An unusual sight was seen at t

An unusual sight was seen at the
riverfront Monday morning. which had
something of the appearance Of old
times. There were two schooners and
coal barge locked at the wharves.
something that has not been witnessed
this year. at least. The tug that
brought up the George H. Ames with a
cargo of soft coal for the S. d. Warred
Co. took down the barge Coaldale.
which had just finished discharging a
cargo for A. r. Hayes g. Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
SPEAKER AND PIPP
GET DISCHARGES

Boston. Nov. 25-This Speaker. the
Cleveland American league outf1eld-
er. and Walter Pipp. the New York
Americans first baseman. obtained
their discharges from the Navy to-
day. Both athletes have been study
ing for commissions at the naval av-
iation school at the Massachusetts,
Institute Of Technology.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

FRANCES Nyman entertained Is OF
her girl friends on her natal day. The
out of-town guests We're the Misses
Helen and Laura Larrabee of South
Gardner. Games were enjoyed. Re
1reshments were served. Just before
the guests returned home they sang
The Star Spansied Banner" Amer
lea and saluted the flag
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
Cony Versus Gardiner

Thanksgiving morning, Quimby
field, Nov. %, at 1890 A. NJ. This is
the big game of the season. Come out
and give the boys some support. The
tickets bought for the Morse High
game will be good for admission to
the Cony game.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

James E. Leighton. Sr. Joseph
Varney. George L. Kilgore and Will
liam Nye have accepted employment
as gate tenders at the Maine Central
railroad crossings in this city. They
took I'D their duties last week George
Williams is acting as night officer a.
present, although the vacancies on
me police force left by Mr.. Leighton
and Mr.. kiigorc are soon to be filled
BY appointment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Miss Elise Perry. a student OF
kent's Hill, is passing the Thanks
giving recess with her parents, Rev.
and Mrs. c. Q. Perry. Central street.
Miss Carolyn Mcfarland of Mont
VILE, Me-. Hubert Kenveigh of ODE
lin, O.. and Harry Wilbreth of Swans
Island, students at Kents Hill. are
tie guests of Miss Perry
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

uove YOU called at the White
g. store ana investigated the
a,,.y ~ The goods and the low
,'.,ces tl.rl cuo'c in their ad? Here
a. .rplrtunity to save money
80 u; question
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

r,... Ward H. Connors writes
49,. ...t ue has been detached and
'-.o,.. t.r temporary special service
y.... Yraure Ne tells of several
r.s.I,r. n.ta ms old srhoolmate. John
u gY.nc T. :. y. in London.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Banks. who
have been visiting the latter's pa
rents, SIR. and Mrs Edward Jones,
FarIningdale. have returned to their
home in Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Wilmot Brookings, L. S. n, locat.
ed at the Radio school at Bar Har.
Dor. is passing a weeks furlougl
with his parents in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

The local office of the Western
Union has been moved to 312 Water
street from its former quarters ct the
Kirkpatrick jewelry store 7. n.
Shorey is in charge of the office.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
WINSLOW
Eiebber-Erench

Harry Weber OF East Winslow
and Mrs Jennie French of Industry
were quietly married Sunday by Rev
G.. 4. Newhlll at his home. Mr.. and
Mrs. Wcbber will reside in Clinton
on a farm recently purchased.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
KING ALBERT IN
PARIS, DEC. 5

Paris, Nov. 25-(Havas)-King Al
bert Of Belgium will visit Paris on
Dec. 5, It is announced. He will
leave for BRUSSELS early in the ev-
ening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Miss Mary NJ. Plaisted of Bangor
who has been visiting Mr.. and Mrs
Fred E. Millilzen, left Monday fo~ An
dover, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

II Wilson goes TO France you will
ave 10 keep on burning coal or
wood in order to keep warm. Why
20, save fuel nd keep warm by
h1rnIng kerosene Some of the best
People IN Augusta and Waterville
're usirs The kerodox Gas Max
'r We will give a demonstration
tuesday, Nov 2s at McPhee's Barber
sap Water street. Gardiner
nov.25-26
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Rev. II. S. Dow leaves today to at
tend the memorial services which
are to be held in the Congress street
church, for the late Rev. J. NJ. Frost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

c.,irran Frost Of the War Fund
m,,,ec reports that all the money
=. ,ov. m and totals Sll,3l3.s6. The
-, II GARDENERS quota was $l1,-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Justice Albert NJ. Spear left Mon
day for Portland. where he is to at
tend court
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Ray Demers, who has been passing
a brief furloughi at his home 10. This
city. returned Sunday to Camp Dew
ems
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mr.. and Mrs. f. \. Burr will leave
Tuesday for Hartford, Ct. where
they are to pass the winter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

81. ladies' Auxiliary Of the Cniver-
,burch Wilt meet Tuesday after
d. the yestry. A large attendance
|, requested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

DR.. Wallace J. Collins and friends
OF Westfield, Mass. are guests at the
home of the formers sister, Miss
Della Collins, Washington avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Funeral services for the late Phil
ip r. Jackson will be held at $50
o'clock this forenoon from 135 Wa
ter street instead Of at the residence,
as was previously stated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Misses Martha, Emma and Geor-
gia Moore left Monday for Berlin,
N. H.. where they are to pass the
winter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Hon. r. L. Snowe Of Browns Cor.
ner was among the out town Wis
itors in Gardiner Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

William Dingley Of Litchfield was
among the out-of-town guests Mon
day in Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Raymond Canton. L. S n, il home
on few days Through from pumpkin
Island Boston hartor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Lawrence Emerson is passing a few
DAYS with his parents. Mr.. and Mrs
William Y. Emerson. Fremont street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Supt. and Mrs. Granville Prock are
to occupy the Re-. E. w. Weber
residence on Union street for the win
ter. They expect to take possession
the first Of next week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

r. c. Edes of Portland was among
the out-of-town business visitors in this
city Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Miss Hope Sawyer will be at home
Thanksgiving day from Bucksport.
accompanied by her friend. Miss
Jones.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

John II. Turner of this city has
been transferred from Camp Dew
ems to Camp Merritt, n. j.. Block
16-F-7
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mrs. Ray w. Shaw of Augusta was
the guest Of Gardiner relatives Mon
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
It's Adoption in Ger
many Indicated
BY Agreement Reached Between Ger
man Soldiers and Workinsmen's
Council-May Also Mean Over.
throw Ebert Haase Combination

Copenhagen, Nov Gan agreement
has been reached between the German
soldiers and workmens council and tn
government, it is officialaly announce
in Berlin.
The agreement provides:
First, all political power is to be N
the hands of the German Socialist re
public and the soldiers and workmcn' s
council.
Second. their aim is to defend and
develop what has been achieved by, III
revolution and to suppress all counter
revolutionary activity
Third, pending the election of repre-
santatives of the soldiers and work
mems councils to an executive council
OF the German republic. the executive
council in Berlin is to exercise its func-
tons.
Fourth. the appointment and disms
sal of all members of the various !egg-
lative bodies of the republic and. until
the final constitution is established q
Prussia. are to be made by the centr,'l
executive council, which also has tho
right of control
Fifth, before the cabinet appoints
assistant ministers th> executive council
must be consulted,
sixth. "A convention of deputies
dra wn from the soldiers and workmen5
councils ia to be summoned as soon AZ
possible
London, Nov 25-This mornings
I.ondon's newspapers display prominent
~ the German advices regarding the
agreement between the soldiers and
wo,kmen's council and the government.
1t il regarded as tantamount to the
overthrow OF the Ebert-Eaase combina-
ton and the adoption, at least theoret.
lea ly, of the existing Russian system.
1t is admitted that the German coun-
ellis have not yet developed the extrav
agance which led to the disintegration
and anarchy in Russia. the councils no
being dominated by the Bolshcvik eie
ment.
Nevertheless the Daily Telegraph re
marks that it is rather significant that
Germany should have adopted, even IS
a stop gap, a measure which was one
teristc contributions to legislative doc
trine.
The Daily Mail. while pointing out the
analogy to the developments in Russia
suggests that the new step is a part Of
"a big bluff" aimed at persuading the
Allies that the old Germany is defunct.
The Daily Express also thinks that
the menace of eXtremism is possibly
being exaggerated for the purpose of
impressinp the Allies OF the difficulties
of Tie position.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Elmer Hodgkins Of Litchfield was
q business visitor in Gardiner Mon
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mrs. Mary Stevens. who has been
cierking at Colburn's bakery, has re-
sigred her position.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Ms. Ella Tobey Of Lewiston has
returned after visit with her Sis
ter. Mrs. G. II. Bachelor. Bowman
street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

The ladies of Ward will meet this
afternoon with Mrs. D. S. Sinclair to
sew for the Red Cross.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mrs. Norman Felt and daughter
Miss Gladys. were calling Monday on
friends in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Miss trla Milan and Neil Holmes
of Bath will be guests Thanksgiving
day of Mrs. c.. A. Prock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Harry Pollard of North Whitefiel.l
has accepted a position as apprentice
at Colburns bakery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

tor r. Mathews is passing a
al his home in this city at
ss Neal street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Rev. c. Q. Perry was called yester-
day to Fairfield to attend a funeral
service
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Arthur A. Briggs of Haverhill, Mass.
is visiting Hallowell friends for a few
days
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Elias a. Sutter has returned from
Il hunting trip at Onawa, bTingin:
back n fine nine point buck.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

John Bowling of Augusta has accept
ed position at Marston & Brooks shoe
faCtory
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

.rso oakland" cigar made by a
!" concern is a prime favorite.-
ADV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

c. B. Partridge of Boston is visitor
in this city for few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

bancing AT the New Nautical Gar
o'H Loudon Hill. Thanksgiving af-
''rnoon and evening only. Lees six
piece orchestra. nov23- 25-26-21
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

The ladies of the Old South League
will meet this afternoon at the Red
Cross rooms for sewing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mrs. Frank Stevens is reported al
confined to her home by illness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Regular meeting at 1.3o O'Clock this
evening of Granite Lodge. No. 80 X.
Of T.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
37.W

Election day. Polls open at 8 A. NJ
and close at 5 P. M.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

A. B. Bisten of Waterville was a bus
mess arrival in this city Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

.a-d ". Eastman was busi
,,s,,or. Monday, in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Myron Palmer Of Whitefield was
calling Monday on Gardiner friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

T. Franks of Auburn is passing a few
days in this city on matters of business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
FROM HALLOWELL

eltine's parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Cush-
man Walker.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Lee Brown is reported as i'll with
pneumonia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

W. P. Leary of Auburn is a Hallowell
visitor for few days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mr.. ana Mrs. Andrew Heseltinc of
Portland are the guests of Mrs. Hes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mrs. Emma S. Robinson of Farm
ingdale left Monday for Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mrs. Bert Millett is reported as
at her home on Central street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
LOCAL NOTICE

Thanksgiving shoot Thursday
forenoon IT o'clock at the traps of
Gardiner Cum club. nov2Gd2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Elwood Edgecomb Of Bowdoinham
was a visitor in this city Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Auction sale Of l.. ID. Tasker, Gar
diner as advertised is postponed in.
definitely nov26d2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

:, c,os, has returned from Bangor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26
AUCTION SALE

Livery D. Tasker STABLE Depot
commencing
the Ente Stocki
s, property servceabe horses Pair ct
Carriages Carryal
wagon sets Double Harness. sew
""sie Harness. and Whips
me entire stocks
above property must oe
The highest Sale Positive
aW-SS - = Auctioneera
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

p4iap.,, doal ou at Beane's Drug
STAR. $40 ud, Fresh sage for
rlants-An2 Just received large
supply ~ a.sor'ci high grade choco-
MI. N .rIk and fancy boxes, Ap-
,ollo. Page K Snaw's. Lenox.-Adv.
yv, Us, Richardson OF West Gardi-
,sr viii. t4s been stationed at the L.
: ar .aa, ~ Watertown. Mass, has
h.ep sent 10 Jamestown. Pa. as govern
wan, l,sp.o,or IT the Cambria Street
% pant or ordnance for the Water
town ARSENAL
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

The only business to come before
the city government on Monday eve
ming was the granting Of q license to
NJ. A. Harraden for auctioneering.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-11-26

Mayor Charles j. Bragdon has is
sued the following Thanksgiving
proclamation:
The Nezperce herald. (Nezperce, Idaho) 1900-1957, 1918-09-19

Jack Owens motored over TO
the South Fork OF the Clearwater
Sunday. lie was accompanied By
Mrs. Sam Norhies and children
who spent the day with Mr.. N0r-
HES who is employed on the big
dam being put in by the Grange
vile Electric Light & Power Co.
They report a fine trip and say
the big works going on there are
worth going much farther TO see.
j. C. Eitzen, a pioneer Of this
community and one Of the old
time live wire who had a fore
most part in all plans and work
for the real development Of the
prairie country, arrived in Nez-
perez Tuesday evening from his
fine home at Chula Vista, Cal,
and is spending couple Of days
visiting with old friends and tax.
ing look at the country he loved
and served so well. He will also
visit his son. Herman, who is now
located al Portland. y. &. looks
little changed after his eight
years absence and he says the
world is good 10 him and his fam
ily. There is much military ac-
fivity in the vicinity Of his Cali
fornia home. Mr.. Eitzcn says, and
just now the Government is pre-
pairing 10 build there the most ex-
tensive artillery training camp in
the country. whore the natural
conditions for target practice are
so similar TO thise on the French
battle front that the men trained
here will be practically ready for
immediate service on arriving in
France.