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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
ABomb Raid by SheII-Light

The picture Of Il night attack executed by the
English on a German trench in France is drawn
in the Cornhill Magazine by Boyd Gable:
The hour chosen for the raid was just about
dusk. There WAS no eXtra-Spccia preparation
Immediately before it. The guns continued to
pour in their fire, speeding it up little, perhaps
but no more than they had done of times
in the last II hours. The infantry cambered out
Of their trench ana filed out through the narrow
openings in their own wire entanglements.
out in front faint whistle cut across the roar
Of fire. They're Off said the forward officer into
his phone and Il moment later q distinct change
in the note of sound Of tie overhead shells told
that the fire had lifted that the shells were pass
ing higher above his head to fall farther back in
the enemy trenches and leave clear the stretch
into which the infantry would soon be pushing
For minute or two there change in
the sound Of battle The thunder of the guns
continued steadily, a burst of rifle or machine
gun fire cracked rs Spasmodicay.
Men gulped in their threats or drew long
brcaths of apprehension that this was the begin
ming of discovery of their presence in the open
the first Of the storm they knew would quickly
follow. But there were no more shells for the
moment. and the rattle of machine gun fire di-
miniShed and the bullets pped thinner and more
distant MS the gun muzzle swept around. The in
fantry hurried on, thankful for every yard made
in safety.
But at the attacking point the infantry
almost across when the storm burst and the
shells for the most part struck down harmesSly
behind them. The men were into the fragments
OF broken wire, and the shattered parapet doomed
up under thcr hands minute after the first shell
burst. Up to This they had advanced in silence
but nov they gave tongue and with wild yclls
leaped at the low parapet scrambled over and
down iHto the trench. Behind them a few forms
twisted and spraWled on the broken ground, but
they were no sooner down than running stretcher
bearers pounced on them, lifted and bore them
back to the shelter Of their own lines.
IN the German trench the raiders worked and
fought at desperate speed, but smoothly and on
what was clearly n settled and rehearsed plan.
There were few Germans to be seen, and mOst Of
these crouched d0zed and helpless, with hands
over their heads. They promptly seized,
bundled over the parapet, and told by word or
gesture to be off. They waited for no second bid
ding, but ran with heads stopped and hands above
their heads straight to the British line one or
two men doubling after them as guards Some
of the prisoners were struck down by their own
guns shellfire, and these We're just as promptly
grabbed by the stretcher bearers and hurried in
under cover.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10

all wagged and her teeth, that looked
20 big and terrible when she barked at
Mrs. Polar, now seemed to smile and
almost grin.
"Good-by, Pony" said Peggy. 81
must be going with the keeper"
"Good-by" neighed the pony, who
wandered off to eat some hay.
The keeper fed the different animals
md Peggy went along by his side.
From time to time the keeper stopped
to pat Peggy and call her good dog.
But when they reached one of the
animals yards, out came a small white
lamb.
Hello Sammy said the keeper.
Sammy bleatcd his "Hello!" and fol
owed the keeper, too.
My two little pets" said the keep
er, 80 faithful and loyal" And both
he animals were very happy. They
ZACH trotted behind, the brown bull
log and the white lamb. Sometimes
lie keeper would speak to Sammy, the
amb, and sometimes to Peggy, the
log.
After all the animals had been fed
thcy went back to q little house, where
he keeper kept food for the animals.
He was rather tired. 50 he sat down
rest. and now Peggy jumped upon
him. his feet in the keepers lap and
Ms head nudging his hand so the keep.
II would take the hint and pet her.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10

is II planned to deal with all the acute suffering,
such is summarized above, and to reconstruct
many villages in the devastated war zone 50 as
to give the refugees a fresh start in life and pre-
pare the way for again cultivating the soil but II
is the purpose to Gpply the American system CT
Home Service" 4 scale so grand that it is
bound to have a heartening effect the whole
French military organization, for the French sol
diers fight better when they know their loved
ones are being cared for.
In furthcrance of this great scheme, designed to
bring comfort and cheer in the family of every
French soldier that is needy General Pershing
General Petain commander in chief of the French
forces, and Maj Gen. VI. p Murphy, American Red
Cross commissioner, have formed themselves into
a committee Of cooperation. Company officers will
go through their ranks and ascertain from each
soldier whether he has any worry his mind
concerning sickness or want at home. Reports
will be made to headquarters weekly and not a
single case will be overlooked in the relief work
that is to be guided by the addresses of families
listed. Special attention will be given to the treat
ment and prevention of tuberculosis, which has as
sumed proportions almost as deadly as the internal
machinery of war Itself. Food and clothing will
be supplied when necessary and the spirit and
courage Of the previously depressed soldier in the
trenches will be envened by the news that his
family is having its wants attended to-
The great struggle of the winter will be the
economic struggle" said Nh White "The Red
Cross practically will fight the American fight I'M
I'll our boys take their places on the firing line
next spring 1t should be kept in mind that every
French soldier who is saved this winter means the
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
NEW WRITING IMPLEMENT.

writing implement composed of a mixture
of wax and finely ground pumice stone contain
Ing particles of ink has been invented by William
c. Geer of Akron, O., to take the place of ordinary
and fountain pens pencils, crayons and all other
writing implements, says the Popular Science
Monthly AS the body of the new writing device
is composed of mixture of wax and pumtce
stone, which Is easily worn away when rubbed
against a paper surface, the inventor claims that
the cells of ink ntermiXed with the wax and pun
ice stone will also be liberated giving n ,lnjfoym
supply of ink.
The device is made by mixing the wax, pumtcc
stone and ink together. When it is heated to the
proper temperature it is suddenly immersed in
cold water This chills and solidfes the WAX
mixture, producing Il body having a cellular struc
ture. each cell being filled with ink
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10

same view as William Allen White regarding
the importance of giving primary attention to the
economic side Of the equation during the winter
months He quoted General Pershing as saying
that the greatest thing that the Red Cross can do
at present to insure victory is to stand by the fam
lilies of French soldiers.
Gas Bombs Poison Soil.
An interesting fact dwelt upon by Mr.. WiShard
oning of the soil in agricultural regions by the
gases spread over the country by the Germans. 1t
is stated that this gas has worked it's nsidous way
deep into the ground, that unless heroic means
are discovered and applied it will be years anG
years before the land is fit for cultivation of any
sort The devastation he says, is beyond anything
in the history of the world with shell craters 50
thick that blowing of once fertile fields is abso-
lutey impossible. Yet in this hopelessy devasta-
ted region the Red Cross has set to work to repair
some villages and to restore certain agricultural
communities not alone for the humanity directly
involved with respect to the people who will thus
have shelter and means to go to work, but as an
example to the thousands of others and an inspi-
ration to them to start in and begin life anew The
hopelessnesS Of 1t all might complete from
single instance cited by Mr.. Wishard-that of
man who had owned mill in village near Yer
dun who told him that when he went to look for
the spot which it stood he had to take survey.
or along to locate it.
1t is into the hopeessness of hundreds of situa.
advancing with its banner Of mercy and its bugle
blast of inspiration.
SO help the Red Cross!
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A Phenomenon.

Mr.. Braggleday. had once been on a
tour 20 Egypt and couldn't forget it.
Everything reminded him of something
else that took place on that memorable
trip. His friend Johnson was admirins
beautiful sunset one evening.
"Ah,' said Bragglcday, you should
just see the sunset in the East"
81 should like to-" said Johnson.
THE sun always sets in the west in
this ordinary old country"
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10

Up and down the selected area of front lire
trench the raiders spread rapidly. There were
several dugous under the parapet, and from some
OF them gray coated figures CraWled with their
hands up the first summons to surrender
These, too were bundled over the parapet If
shot came from the black mouth of the dugout
in answer to the call to surrender, it was prompt
ly bombed At either end of the area of front
line marked out the limits of the raid strong
parties made block and beat off the feeble az.
tacks that were made on them"
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
loo Weak by Ear.

Catherine had requested rs a spe-
cial birthday treat, that she be allowed
to have coffee for breakfast. Her
mother, not at all pleased with the
idea, was diluting it generously.
Catherine peered over into the cup.
and then exclaimed in great disappoint
ment:
Goodness! Don't l get any of the
brownY
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
Tit for Tat.

SLOWLY dressed woman was sit.
ting in car when quiet looking sol
der in getting in accidentally trod
on her dress.
She talked at him for about ten min.
utes and wound up by saying:
"A gentleman woult have apollo
gized."
Saluting the young man bowed and
said:
"A lady would have given me
chance"
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
LIS POINT OF VIEW.

Mike, didn't you tell me once you have n
brother wl.o is a bishop" asked the contractor.
Eyes, sor, I did that"
"And here you are a hod carrier Well things
of this life are not equally divided, are they,
Mke?
'No, sor" replied the Irishman, shouldering his
bod and starting up the ladder; "ndade they is
not Poor felly! He couldn't do this to save his
lOife sorl"
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
A SAD CASE OF SUICIDE

There Is a very pOmpoUs artist in New York
who used to have sense of humor. His qups
were known everywhere Now, however, since
he has gained considerable vogue he is tafif.g
himself and his work very seriously.
Owen Johnson, the novelist, saw him in res
taurant the other night, sitting solemnly alone.
'Too bad" he said, real pity and tenderr ens
In his voice. poor Arthur He has severed his
jocular VEIN"
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10

Edna-Oh, George, DO You really,
TRULY love me?
George-Yes, dearest. Ely the way,
have you the memorandum book l gave
you?
EdDa-YcS. love.
George-Well, then, just make a
note of it, so that you won't need to
ask me two dozen times u CAY.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
4 TZL6EqCZu 0sLs Nczz1 ~

saving of an American boy
when the big drive begins a
few months hence"
L. D. Wishard of California,
a schoOlmate of President
Wilson, well known for his
interest in Y. NJ. C. A. work
as we'll as that Of the Amerl-
can Red Cross, is another re-
Gently returned observer from
France. He brought a doubly
interesting story. First, the
awfulness of many conditions
existing; and, secondly, the
great work the Red Cross is
doing and the much greater
work it is preparing to do to
meet all the conditions scien-
tifically and energetically.
Mr.. Wishard expressed the
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
Discomfort,

Every wish unsatisfied
Leaves human nature sore.
Every wish that's gratified
Gives rise to several more.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
Seldom.

I do not like Alexis Deli.
lie rather pains and pricks me,
For when I underrate myself
He seldom contradicts me.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
SOLDIER SCRAPBOoKS.

Have You begun saving jokes and pictures for
"Samme's' Scrapbook? Kipling started these
scrapbooks in England for the wounded Tom
my" so of course it's Il good idea
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10

Did you have & good time ut the
banquet"
Great. We had a good story-teller
at our table, and so we didn't have
to listen to any of the speeches."
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1918-01-10
why heRe0 Cross
Ne660sN Your Nehp -
Ame17ca IS .e0tng 10 SAFE Thousands Of French
and BelgaA zc10nen and ChlId1en from death
By Sta/tuiI0n ar freeing tbs z1Wter; but eUe,y
1Ame11cun must lend a hand 10 the w01k>@

ROM Everywhere in France" there
are being brought to the United Suites
with the arrival of nearly every pas
senger ship tales Of devastation and
misery which are even more tragic
than the cabled dispatches which we
are accustomed to read under the
vague date line, Somewhere in
France"
NInnu of thnsn 1lnl.l.n tiNns hnNn hnen
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18
JAPANESE MAY OWN
 LAND IN CALIFORNIA
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RIVERSIDE. Cal. Sept. 17-Japan- csc born in California may acquire -and rent a title to real estate, and no vio- lation of the alien land law results, according to an opinion handed down today by Judge Hugh Craig of the supreme court nere in the case of the people of the State of California Vs M. Harada. This was considered T test case.
 Harada a Japanese restaurant keep CT of Riverside. bought certain prop erty in the names of his children who were born in California, taking the po- sition that they were native born and therefore not aliens.
 |. s. Webb, state attorney general, brought suit on behalf of the state 10 escheat the property under the pro visions of the alien land law. The de- fendants inteTYosed q demurrer to the complaint. which had .le effect of bringing the legal questions involved on for hearing, and the ruling of today was made by Judge Crais-fn sustaining the demurrer. which meant that the defendants contentious were upheld The state. it was said. would probably move against the decision.
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18
INSTRUCTS MEN TO
 CLAIM EXEMPTIONS
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 17.-AH rail- road employees in the classes declared by the railroad administration essen- tlal to proper operations were in- structed today by Director General Me Adoo to claim deferred draft classifi- cation as patriotic duty and to fur nish the district boards with the nec- essary information in their answers to the questionnaires to show the basis for such classification.
 Explaining the reasons for asking the exemptions, MT. McAdoo declared There is no surplus whatever of em- ployes for running the railroads and there is no surplus of labor from which new employees can be drawn to replace those who may be taken for the military service"
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18
RATTLE |S OFF AND
 WILL REFUND MONEY

Called off at the suggestion of the treasury department, the baby bond raffle planned for this section is not to be and those holding tickets therein may secure thrift stamps or cash for their holdings at any bank in this sec tion on and after September 21. The committee hopes that it will be thrift stamps and not cash which Will be de- manded for if it works out this way the effort will be somewhat of a success even without the final drawings for somewhat the same result-the sale of w. \. S.-will have been accomplished
 The suggestion from the treasury came as the result of protests filed in Washington by the Ministerial associa- tion and J. c. DObbins. w. s. s. county chairman, says that it is the agree ment with the ministers that they will raise the sum necessary to defray the expenses of getting up the raffle, about $500. He has named the Rev. J. l.. Marquis and the Rev. J. A. Wailes a committee to arrange for this fund.
 The original raffle plan included a sum to defray the cost of printing the thousands of numbered tickets needed and the other features such as the Days of '49' which were conducted to help out the sale of the chances.
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18
MORE RESTRICTIONS
 0N BREWING OF BEER
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 17.-Use of any food stuffs except barley. malt and hops in the brewing of beer and near beers after October l is prohibited by proclamation signed today by Prcsi- dent Wilson. The president previously had ordered the brewing of all beer stopped next December 1.
 The proclamation signed today was not made public nor did the food ad- ministration issue any statement ex- blaming the conditions which had caused it to recommend the action to the president. It was understood. how ever, that the purpose was to conserve stocks of corn and rice. which in re- cent years have been largely substi- tuted for barley in brewing
 In announcing the new order. food administration officials said today that even after the breweries are shut down December they will have on hand in their vats sufficient stocks of beer ot last from two to six months. The sale of this will not be prohibited.
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18
PUBLIC |S TOLD 1T WONDER WORK.
 DONE BY TROOPS.
United War Work Conven- tion Closes With Great Rally Open to Public in Y
 Stadium With Fine Talks

The convention of United War Work CTS was concluded with rally open to the public at the Y. NJ. C. A. stadium last night. It was attended by about 1000 interested persons. Several who had been overseas in active war work delivered addresses dealing mostly with their experiences near the firing line.
 Norman Carmichael presided at the meeting. Dr. Katherine Davis and Miss Burner spoke in behalf of the Y. W. C. A. and former Senator Benson of Cali fornia told of his experiences in France, especially as relating to the "Y' huts which are scattered at convenient plac- es throughout the zone of war activity. Mr. Carmichael was introduced by Judge E. w. Lewis,
 The meeting last night was appar- ently not to make a bid for subscrip- tions to carry on the war activities work but to give the people some graphic descriptions of life on the fir ing line and behind the firing line in France.
 Both Dr. Davis and Miss Burner told of the noble work being done py the I. W. C. A., especially in giving com fort and pleasure to the war nurses at
 
 nurses had hard time of it, that they had little to interest them outside their work and that their quarters were fre- quently of the poorest equipped sort She sad that conditions among the nurses had improved however, since th4 T.. W. (. X. had taken up the work there.
 Senator B2nson who has just re- turned from France, told of the bravery of the American soldier there. told of his eaSerness to get into action, told of what has almost became a battle cry over there among the Americans. tc wit: the simple expression let's go.'' He said that before the battle of Cha teau Thierry some of the Americans were addressed by their commanding officers, who told them of the dangers they were about to face and asked the question: What do you say, boys?' Quick came the answer: Let's go." That is their great expression over there, said Senator Benson. We must all stay behind them to the last. Never was such a spirit of enthusiasm dis | played as that which is being displayed by those boys who are ever ready to let's go.'
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18
Clever Farce at Columbia

Toto. that world famous circus anG screen performer. is at his best as Mark Hany in "Cleopatsy." a bur lesque on Cleopatra" which recently showed in Phoenix. This picture will be shown at the Columbia theater for the last times today
 Probably no screen vehicle has ever afforded a better setting for a bur- lesque than Cleopatra" Those who witness the big Theda Bara play will realize that the opportunities are un- limited for injecting laugh creating in cidents throughout the film and that is just what Toto has accomplished. The theme is carried out on elaborate lines and the comedy is so rapid that the audience has little time to breathe between spells.
 The Dawn Maker" featuring the program for the last times today is one of the most significant. gripping and tragic themes in which William s. Hart has ever appeared.
 A new weekly, showing interesting scenes of New York, augments today's program.
 Geraldine Farrar, supported by Ray mond Hatton, Hobart Bosworth, Wal lace Reid, Theodore Roberts and d score of other stars, comes to the Columbia theater Thursday for three day stay in Joan The Woman" the greatest of all war stories.
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18
Elsie Ferguson in "The Dolls House"

Today sees for the second time the screening of the remarkable picture, "A Dolls House" from the caustic pen of Ibsen. Done as this great classic has been for the stage in numerous versions by every big actress on the stage it should be welcomed as one of the years most notable picture achievements for the Paramount con- cern has gone out of the way to pro- vide for beautiful Elsie Ferguson a cast and production that has not been cqualled in any Aircraft this season.
 The story of unhappy Nora in the caustic arrangement of society by the gifted Ibsen is too well known to need more than fhe announcement that despite the fact that every great ac- tress now living has played this part, it has remained for Miss Ferguson to enrich the screen with a work that will live long after many socalled fea- lures have been forgotten. "A Doll s House" is splendidly assisted in it's at tempt to supply entertainment by the addition of Burton Holmes travel ogue. of one of the out of the way pic turesque spots on the path of this traveller of the globe.
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18

Ot Such Stuff
 Great NavyO Of
 Nation Made

Jimmie Hess is now in the United States navy. That by itself in these days of war and patriotic service might be worth but passing men ton but just now the case of Jim mic IS worth more than casual mention for Jimmie is in the navy only because he had will for ser vice such as few possess.
 Jimmie Hess was the dare devil of the Phoenix high school in the class of '17. Then he went on vacation" to Los Angeles and 1t came out that he was going to en- list in the navy. Then came word that he could not pass the physical examination and then that he had undergone an operation to permit him to get into that service. Then care word that he was again re- Jected and now comes word that after second operation he has been accepted.
 It is now James c. Hess, able seaman" word to this effect be- ing received by his parents yester- day. They are MT. and Mrs. Hess of 716 East Adams street.
 Phoenix expects Jimmie to send his first Uboat to the chamber of commerce as souvenier.
Arizona republican., 1918-09-18
FIFTY MINERS QUIT
 WORK NEAR ELY, NEV
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ELY. Nev., Sept. 17.-Approximately fifty miners employed by the Copper Mines company, at Kimberly, near here, failed to report for work this morning. The men refused to return to work. it is said, until they were guaranteed a wage of s6.25 a day. No demands have been made upon the company. it is said.
 The men, who are said to have drifted into the camp from Butte and other camps recently. are alleged to be making campaign to prevent others from working and the charge that they are members of the Indus trial Workers of the World has been made. Particular effort is said to be directed against aliens to persuade them to stop work. The walkout, it is understood. has not the, endorsement l of the union miners.