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Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
Smithson Discusses School Office,
The following letter is published b,
the request of the author thereof:


the request of the author thereof:
Editor Willmar Tribune:
AS the time for another election ia
near, we are all interested in knowing
whom we cast our ballots for.
For election to the office of County
Superintendent of Schools there are two
candidates. One of these is our pres
ent superintendent Mr.. Frederickson and
the other Mr.. O. O. Ulvin.
We are of the opinion that Mr.. Fred
erickson has given us good, honest and
faithful service and should be re-
elected
Some may use the argument that
Mr.. Frederickson has held the office
long enough. If such is the case. then
why not elect some one who has made
his home here with us, has helped build
up our county and is familiar with our
rural conditions
The following first five paragraphs
were written Oct. LIST, 1918, by C. G.
Schulz, Supt. of Education:
I'm reply to number of inquiries
which have come to me from persons
in Kandiyoht county in respect to the
election Of county superintendent Of
Schools may I say:
This department cannot express any
opinion as to the personal interest Of
any person seeking a public position.
LAS State Superintendent, I have a
concern for and an interest in how the
rural schools Of any county are manag-
ed and supervised.
"A county superintendent of schools
Is more than a local official for the
county. He has a relation to the school
work of the entire state, because child
rem trained in the rural schools of any
county become citizens Of the state
and of the country. 1t has therefore
always seemed proper to me that when
a county superintendent of schools has
proven to be capable, faithful and in
teligent about his work, that the voters
Of the county will be serving the schools
and children of the county best by re-
electing him.
1T is not a good reason to replace a
county superintendent of schools merely
on the grounds that he has served in
that position for long time That be-
comes a strong reason for his continued
| service, if he has fulfilled the require
| ments of the position
Mr.. Ulvin moved into our county
| about year ago, and last February an
nounced in our local press that he
would be a candidate for county super
intendent of schools this coming cleo.
! ton.
He was ten years county superin.
| tendent of schools in Blue Earth county
His official position as such closed
with the year 1914 and this coming
election, the first election since his
retirement from his official position IL
| Blue Earth county he is candidate
| for superintendent Of schools in on,
| county.
| Altho Mr.. Ulvin has been a res1den
in our county for one year he has take1
up no productive labor and this at
time when our country requires every
man to busy himself with some usefu
| vocation.
| Mr.. Frederickson's services of tn,
past twelve years is known to us al
and should he be reelected we can ex
pect a continuation of the same faithful
work but what has Mr. Ulvin done t
| deserve our recognition?
| A. j. Smithson.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
INFECTIOUS INFLUENCE
OR THREE DAY FEVER

(By DR.: J. M. Rains, Health Officer. }
Inc time between exposure and &C.
curing the disease is short-probablv
three or four days. It Is spread by
contact infection, that is through
droplets driven into the air by cough
| Ing and sneeZing. Circumstances
which favor the spreading of the
disease is crOwding in cars and all pub
lie places.
The cases in the present epidemic
begin usually quite suddenly with
pain in the back, eyes, limbs and
joints. With the pain, there is great
prostration and weakness, as chill.
ing and fever-a temperature ranging
from 101-104 and patient uneasy.
After the disease has become estab-
l1shed, the mucous membrants Of
nose and throat become congested,
there is sneezing and coughing and
redness of eyes, hoarsness and cough
are common, fever becomes normal
in a few days and patient is weak.
Not lnfrequently pneumonia develops
after few days.
The patient should be kept in bed
in well ventilated room until fever
disappears and avoid chilling.
To prevent spreading of the disease
prompt isolation of patient is neces-
sary and the intelligent use of gauze
mask by attendant. Do not transfer
infected material from sick room to
the un1nfected. The danger for
children when they are out woors
should be less than when they are in
public buildings.
It is highly desirable that no one be
allowed to sleep in room with patient.
All discharges from throat, nose or
eyes should be collected on bits of
gauze, rag or paper napkins and be
burned. It is advisable that the at
tendant wear a wrapper or gown and
slip this off when leaving to look after
others.
Beware of the person who coughs
or sneezes without covering his
mouth and nose. It also follows that
one should keep out of crowds and
stuffy places as much as possible.
Keep homes, offices and work shops
we'll aired, spend some time out doors
each day, walk to work If practicable
In short, try to breathe as much fresh
air as possible.
Cover up each cough and sneeze.
If you don't, you will spread the dis.
ease.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
POSTMASTER EXAMINATION.

At the request Of the Postmaster
General the United States Civil Service
Commission has announced an examina-
ton to be held at Willmar, Mimi. on
Nov. 10. 1913 for the position of post
master at Raymond. This office has an
annual compensation of $1,000:
an applicant must be citizen of the
United StateA must actually reside
within the delivery of the office and
have so resided at the time the present
vacancy occurred.
Applicants must have reached their
twenty-f1rst but not their sixty-fifth
birthday on the date Of the examination.
Application Form 304 and full infor-
nation concerning the requirements of
the examination may be secured from
the postmaster at the place of vacancy
or from the Civil Service Commission
Washington, D. c.. Applications should
be properly executed and filed with the
Commission at WASHINGTON, D: c.. in
the applicant.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
SOUR, ACID STOMACHS,
y GASES OR INDIGESTION
sPape's Diapepsin" neutralizes excess
sive acid in stomach, relieving
dyspepsia, heartburn and
distress at once.

Time it! In five minutes all stom-
ach distress, due to acidity, will go.
No indigestion, heartburn, sourness or
belching of gas or eructations of undi-
gested food, no dizziness, bloating, foul
breath or headache. G
Pape's Diapepsin is noted for its
speed in regulating upset stomachs-
1t is the surest, quickest stomach sweet
ener in the whole world, and besides it
is harmless. Put an end to stomach
distress at once by getting large fifty
cent case of Pape's Diapepsin from any
drug store. = You realize in five minutes
how needless it is to suffer from indi-
gestion, dyspepsia or any stomach dis
order caused by fermentation due to
!, excessive acids in stomach.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09

the lines; episode six shows the
work Of orientals in the battle area
and is entitled chinese and Africans
Trailing the Hun" and the final chap
ter is entitled "Britains Battling Bull.
dogs-the Navy being composed of
remarkable marine scenes and a re-
view of the largest naval fleets of the
world.
Eastern critics have acclaimed
Fighting For Freedom" one of the
best series of war films yet released.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
HAROLD STYLES IN HOSPITAL
AT FORT PORTER, CANADA

1t will please the many friends of
Mrs. Ida Styles to learn that she has
had a letter from her son Prvt. Har-
old Styles, who was reported some
time ago, in France suffering from
serious shell wounds. He Is now at
Fort Porter, forty miles above Mag
gra Falls, in Base Hospital No. 4.
He writes that he is getting along
nicely and having the best Of care.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
(First Publication, Oct. 9-6t).
BuTTERMAKER WANTED.

The position Of Buttermaker at the
Creamery of the Kandiyohi Central
Creamery Association at Kandiyohi,
Minnesota, will be vacant by January
1st, 1919, and the position is open to
applicants at this time.
The Board of Directors of the Asso-
citation will receive bids for such posi-
ton up to November 18th, 1918, and all
bids for the position must state quail
fications, as we'll as salary desired. All
bids must be in the hands Of the Secre-
tary, c.. J. Nelson, Willmar. Minnesota,
Rte. 2, on or before 9 o'clock on said
November 18th. 1918.
The right is hereby reserved to re-
ject any and all bids.
Dated October 7th, 1918.
G. J. NELSON, Secretary,
Kandiyohi Creamery Association.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
Move to Colorado.

Mrs. Clarence Field, son Frank and
younger son, were in the city Thurs
day enroute for eastern Colorado,
where they will locate on a farm
Frank is a graduate of the Agricul-
turad College at Morris, and has op-
Grated a farm there two years. They
move to Colorado in the interest of
the health of the mother, Mrs. Fields.
They made the trip In their car, and
their destination was Wray, Colo.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
RALLY OF DRY FEDERATION
AT WILLMAR OCTOBER 19
one Of the Best Speaker. of Fam
Gus Flying Squadron of Ameri-
ca Will Speak.

Dr. J. Talbert keenan,, of the Fly.
ing Squadron of America, will tour the
state under the auspices of the Min.
nesota Dry Federation.
~ keenan, is one of the most nc.
compnshed speakers and platform
orators OF to-day. He has that UNIQUE
way OF expression and personal mac.
netlsm which every audience admires.
supported by comprehensive knowl.
cage OF art and literature. His ad.
dresses are forceable in thought, hui.
morous' sometimes reaching the sub.
nme and always lasting to the mem.
DRY. He Is man with ideals and has
the faculty Of presenting them tear:
lessly: He Is the kind of a man who
appeals to the American people. He
Is original in thought and style. He
mas powerful and pleasing voice
and commands immediate respectful
attention. DR.. keenan, will speak in
W1llmar on October 10. This is a rare
treat for the people of Willmar and no.
BODY can afford to miss it.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
Starbeck-Tweeter,

Mr.. Arthur Starbeck, was married
last week at Montevideo to Miss Ella
Tweeter of that city. They will make
their home at Willmar where Mr.. Star
beck is employed as fireman on the
Great Northerns Their friends con-
gratulate.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
Notice from Jewellers.

We, undersigned jewelers. of Will
mar, give notice that the practice of
giving free engraving on purchased
articles has been discontinued, owing
to the increased costs of conducting
our business. A reasonable charge
will be made for engraving, based on
the time required to do the work.
Anderson Bros. & Co.
G. A. Nelson
Oscar J. ElmQuist.
3 Wks, H1
Sadie Carlson came home Friday
from st. Cloud to spend the weekend
with her folks In this city. s t. i. !.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
WE WANT MEN

WE WANT MEN
TO sell or buy our Guaranteed Hursery
Stock.
To the Salesman: Steady job good pay
Writes us.
70 tho Buyers: Send for free colored cir
cular.
The Coo, Converse 3 Edwards Co.,
Wisconsin's Largest Nursery, Fort At
kinson. Wisconsin. 2-1.19
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
No$irA - Htrf Grace

Notice to Cut Grass.
Notice is hereby given to all prop
erty owners and renters to cut weeds
and obnoxious grasses along public
highways adjoining their property
This matter should be attended to be
fore Oct. LIST.
By order of the Town Board.
Whitef1eld Township.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09
$500.

$0UU.
Sept. 24.-Gustaf A. Erickson and wife
to Ludwig Ellefson, S. 70 it. of Lot 1,
Block 3, Thorpe Liens Add. $500.
Sept. 27.-Probate Court to Elna Nell
son, Lot S, Block S..
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09

Attorney c. A. Fosness Of Monte
video is in the city attending court.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09

! MIR. and Mrs. Phil Grien of Bill
ings, Montana visited over Sunday at
fthe N. Benson home in the city. Mrs.
Grien is a sister of Mr.. Benson.
Willmar tribune. [volume] (Willmar, Minn.) 1895-1931, 1918-10-09

Mrs. D. E. Armstrong Of Willmar
visited at Raymond over Sunday.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
Or. MINAKUCHI LECTURES
ON JAPANESE QUESTION
Lyceum Course Brings Famous
Japanese Orator To Alma.

DIR. Minakuchi, the famous Japanese
orator, Occupied the platform of the
opera house as his appointment was
announced in the Alma Lyceum
Course. This noted Oriental dwelt
largely upon the capital points Of
common interest between the United
States and The Great Empire of the
East. In very positive and convinc-
ing manner he disclosed the fallacy Of
1; possible outbreak Of the now exist
ing friendly relationships between
this nation and Japan. There is not
such thing as the Japanese Quest
ion," said the speaker, except in the
minds Of the jingoes and agitators
of this country" The whole trend
of his lecture was an appeal to closer
analysis Of the great political issues
of the nation in the light of past and
present events in the history Of the
diplomatic relationship between the
two countries. DR.. Mnakuchi further
demonstrated very clearly the absurd
ity of any policy Japan might adopt
to take the Philippine Islands from
America. He set forth the reasons
for Japan having no interest whatever
in these islands. Japan does not need
this territory and besides Japan is not
financially able to wage war on Amer
lea. DR.. Minakuchi appealed to the
American people for friendly feeling
towards the japanese and very elo-
quently brought forth the idea of the
religion of the Christ as the only bond
that will forever unite the nation
under the spotless white banner of
the prince of Peace"
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
BOUND OVER ON
MURDER CHARGE

Continued from page one)
Saginaw, or Attorney Goggin, of Al
ma, to get TO court. As a result the
hearing was adjourned until Monday
morning, and even then the witnesses
could not get to the court room and il
was adjourned until afternoon.
Treva Sanderson was called back
to the stand to clear up one point,
this being to bring out the fact that
both Eichorn and Brennan arrived at
the Johnson home the Saturday night
before the murder, in en- automobile
together At this time she also stated
that she had been told by Mrs. John
son in the afternoon that Eichorn and
Brennan would be there that night.
Mrs. Epler was called to the stand
to identify the portions of clothing
again and on the cross examination
said that Beatrice had not been in a
habit Of going down town without be
ing sent down by her.
Gertie ellison again told her story,
and having stood the test before the
attorneys on cross examination two
different times, they did not seek TO
cross examine her.
Albert Eichorn and John +. Brcn-
nan were then brought into court by
sheriff Bradford. and seated with
Mrs. Johnson. and the arguments for
and against binding them over were
started. The defense maintained that
it had not been shown clearly that
Miss Epler had come to her death
through. strangulation, the testimony
of coroner Ludwig being taken to
show this. Attorney Goggin also said
that if Mrs. Johnson and Brennan
were bound over it would be on the
flimsy testimony of two young girls,
one of whom had woke from her sleep
and recognized the voices of Mrs
johnson and Brennan.
Attorney Kelly {. Scarf, for the
prosecution went over the evidence
carefully and indicated how the tes-
tmony of the coroner proved that
strangulation had been the cause Of
death, and by the testimony Of Mrs.
Gibson, who saw the two men drag
ging the Epler girl into bedroom,
and by the testimony of the two girls,
and others, claimed that there was
sufficient grounds for holding the par
ties for further investigation.
Justice NJ. K. Salter, in binding over
the prisoners, said that there was
proof of such death by strangulation
and that there was sufficient evidence
to warrant further investigation, and
bound them over to circuit, without
bail, to stand trial for first degree
murder
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
". r. {. INSTALL OFFICERS.

The local w. X. c. has installed the
following officers for the year:
President-Emma Struble.
Senior vice-president-Sarah Tay-
lor.
Junior vice-president - Morrclla
Hawley.
Chaplain-Ella Lyons.
Secretary--Ellen Pardce.
Treasurer-Martha Walker.
Conductor-Hattie Davis.
Asst. Conductor-Kate Swarthout
Guard-Nora Shaver.
Asst. Guard-Mary Wolfe.
Patriotic Instructor Georgina
Irish. !.
Press Correspondent-.-Gladys Gray.
Musician-Mary Dick.
Asst. Musician-Bell Lake.
Color bearers--Alice GARNER, Mary
Robinson. Mary Rule, Adalicue Car
mer
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
CLASS ELECTS.

The men of the Methodist Episco-
pal church elected officers for mems
class at annual meeting held on Jan
uary II, at the parsonage:
Dr.. +. c. Thornburgh-president;
DR.. Wallace u. Smith--vice-pre
dent; Chas. +. Pettyjohn-secretary;
b. H. Campbell--treasurer
a good representation of men was
present and plans were made for ag
gresive community service during the
current year. Light refreshments
were served and everybody reported
a profitable and enjoyable evening
and expressed their willingness to
serve the interests of the Kingdom in
every possible way.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
4 MISUNDERSTANDING
Many Registrars do not Understand
the Process Of Classifying.

The local draft board has called
attention to the fact that many Of the
registrants of the county do not seem
TO understand thoroughly the method
of classification.
The board calls attention to the fact
that it classifies only in cases of de
pendency and for physical condition.
When claims for classification are
made on the agricultural or industrial
grounds, they are decided by the dis
trict board at Lansing end not by the
Gratiot board, as many seem to think.
When claims for dependency are
made or for physical condition along
with the industrial or agricultural
claims, the latter must be passed up
on by the district board. 1t should be
borne in mind that the local board is
not to be blamed for the district board
findings.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17

The newest and most interesting
Pathe serial, "The Hidden Hand
IGlehour. soon--adv.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17

Regarding the Membership drive.
Gratiot county has now total mem
bership of 1926. New adult members
2l40, junior members 249. Alma
reached the total Of SOC. The Pub
lefty committee wishes to quote the
following from a personal letter from
Detroit headquarters.
THE quota of $500 includes new
and renewal members. Having Sc
cured your quota Of new members
(l4OO) would consider your total
complete for the present. This
amounts to guarantee, Of course
that you can and will secure renewals
from each one of the old members-
and it is desirable that the chapters
work to the point Of having these cor
respond to calender years as far as
possible. The amount is small in any
event, and in view Of the cause there
will be little difficulty in the matter"
Director Of Publicity.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.

Before using this preparation for a
cough or cold you may wish TO know
what it has done for others. Mrs. o.
Cook, Macon, H., writes, 81 have found
il gives the quickest relief of any
cough remedy have ever used"
Mrs. James A. Knott, Chillicothe, Mo-;
says "Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
cannot be beat for coughs and colds,
II. }. Moore, Oval, Pa. says II have
used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy on
several occasions when was suffering
with settled cold upon the chest and
il has always brought about a cure y
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
ALMA LYCEUM COURSE
Second Drawing Of Tickets Will egin
Monday. January 81. 1918.

The attention of ticket holders Of
the Alma Lyceum course is called to
the fact that the second drawing for
seats at Brunner's drug store, will
start Monday and continue until
Wednesday.
This drawing is for the last three
numbers on the course, the Zedelcr
quintette. Chief Caupolican and Col.
Balm.
The stubs should be presented when
drawing for reserved seats for these
next three numbers, and will cost ten
cents each. The Zedeler Quintette is
Che next number on the course and
comes Wednesday evening. January
23, 1918. From 500 .. m. until 500
there will be community singing.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
PREPAREDNESS BOARD
Francis King on County War Pre-
paredness Board.

They usually pick on Francis King
of this city when they want anything
done in regard to war matters in
Gratiot county, and when Governor
Sleeper appointed his county pre-
paredness board in Gratiot the first
name chalked down was that Of this
popular Alma man, who is thus made
chairman of the Gratiot board.
Frank L. Convis, Of Ithaca, and At
torney, John T. Mathews, also Of that
place, two other active men in war
work. were selected to serve on the
committee with Mr.. King
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
KELLEY FOR SENATE.

The following editorial from The
Lansing State Journal suggests Hon.
T. II. Kelley as a candidate for Unit
ed States Senator. The many friends
of Congressman Kelley in Gratiot
county would be glad of the opportun-
ity to "do their bit" by working and
voting for him should he enter the
race.
michigan will have to choose q
United States senator at the next
general election Thus far former
Governor Osborn is the only candi-
date in the field.
Senator William Alden Smith may
or may not be "A candidate. 1t has
been said that he has lost interest
in public life and would be glad to
devote himself to business and travel.
feeling that his quarter-century of
service entities him to now withdraw
Former Governor Warner is said
60 be seriously considering entering
the field when the proper time comes.
Warner has genius for organization
and would undoubtedly be able to
marshal considerable following.
I'm a three-cornered contest be-
tween Osborn, Smith and Warner,
however, many observers of political
affairs believe Osborn would be NOM
mated. They further believe there
would be stiff battle for election be-
tween Osborn and former Governor
Ferris, with The outcome matter OF
uncertainty.
In this situation comes the sug-
eestion from rtain Republicans who
have watched tho rise of Congress-
mar Patrick II. Kelley that Kelley
could beat Osborn for the Republican
nomination for the United States SEN
ate, win from Ferris in the election
and contine the Republican represen-
tation from Michigan in the upper
house.
THE suggestion for entering Kelley
in the senatorial primary is made
with the further suggestion that War
ner and Smith withdraw and leave
him Il clear field against Osborn, and
Kelley is understood to be willing to
enter the field for the senate under
these conditions.
Congressman Kelley is rapidly
rising to a position of power in the
house, and it is declared is not keen
about going to the senate at this time.
But demand from large personal
following in the state has had its
influence on the Lansing man and an
adjustment of the situation as sug-
gested would undoubtedly see the
genial Patrick campaigning for to-
ga.-Lansing State Journal.
Kelley could go into the fight with
out engendering any of the old War
ner and Osborne fight which the peo-
Pile of Michigan have had enough of,
both have outlived their political use
fulness and it is time some one was
nominated that all factions of the
party can unite on and win.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1918-01-17
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION

An open competitive civil service
examination Will be held Alma. Mich,
February, 9th, 1918, for the position
of clerk-carrier Steady positions are
being opened every few days. All
persons wishing to take this examina-
ton should secure blanks and file APP
plication at once. For full informa-
ton and necessary blanks see the
local secretary of the Civil Service
Board at the money order window,
at the postofficc, Alma, Mich.
W. NJ. Stuckey,
Sec'y Civil Service Board.