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rough appearance, indicate relatively
large amount of waste and cheaper
cuts in proportion to valuable meat.
Quality.
Quality is an evidence of refinement
as opposed to coarseness. Usually it is
associated with good breeding. Quail
ity is important in the mutton sheep
class because it is associated also with
ability to fatten rapidly, and because
with sheep of good quality the percen-
tage of waste is lower than with sheep
of inferior quality. Good quality is
indicated by head and ears of me-
dunn size which appear lean and clean
cut; fine, dense bone of medium size !;
mellow skin, pink in color; soft, silky
hair on face and legs and those pOr-
tons of the ears not covered by wool.
Indications of lack of quality are a
general coarseness as shown by a
large, rough head; coarse, large ears !;
Il large, open frame, with coarse bone
and rough joints; thick, wrinkly
skin covered with heavy, greasy wool,
or coat of wool that is harsh and
coarse, and containing more or less
kemp.
Condition.
The term condition" or Finish"
when used in connection with mutton
sheep refers to the degree of fairness.
Fat animals are preferred by the
butcher because they dress a higher
percentage of edible meat than do thin
animals; their carcasses present bet
ter appearance; they lose less weight
in refrigeration and cooking; they pos
sess better curing and keeping quail
ties; and the edible quality of the meat
is improved when considerable
amount of fat is distributed through
out the lean. A good mutton sheep
will have smooth finish that is, the
fat will not be in punches, but have an
even distribution over the body.
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N4.. hlax~ teQ

Liberty Bonds speak a language
the Kaiser understands. Talk to him
today" Put your dollars In uniform
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BEAN STRAW FOR SALE: 100
acres of bean straw in one stack for
sale, buyer to take the entire stack.
Fine feed for stock. On the Lou
Daugherty place near Kendrick.
Call or write Claud Craig, Leland.
39-tf
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MEATLESS DISHES.

Peanuts and peanut butter are foods
which take the place of meats and are
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cheap in price. Va
rious other nuts,
when reasonable in
price and equally
nutritious, should
be used often to
take the place Of
meat.
Peanut os g.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
10. q, j. SANARY,
Agent Grand Central Terminal.
SHOP OF CULTURE HAS
SYMPATHY FOR KIDS

Have you ever noticed the bunch Of
GoodfeHows with the Shop Of Culture ?
There's a fine lot. Their hearts are in
the right place, and they're glad of it.
The Goodfellows of that clothing
house dug into their pockets and sent
in a contribution Of SIS for the cause
Of the child, according to the following
list.
Harry Buxbaum, 81; w. S. Randolph,
81; c. J. Farris, 81; Miss Edith Bar
rasso, 81; L, R. McEwen, 81; S. Peiser,
Csc; Mrs. a. Potts, 25c; Louis Mo
rasco, soc; a. f. Thesis, soc; E. F..
Muth, 81; Miss X. Gold, SOC; Miss
Mildred Beurer, 75c; Mrs. K. Mogridge,
soc; A, w. Goldsmith, soc; J. j.. Mar
tin, SOC; G. B. Sharpe, 81; ]. c. Tur-
ley, SOC; Miss NJ, IRWIN SOC; Jack J..
Hicks, 81; Mrs. G. w. Britton, 81; NJ.
Heidingsfelder, 81; Miss Nell McCaa,
SOC; L, H. Sawyer, 81 H. J, Fossett,
SOC; Sam B. Bejach, 81; Mrs. S. Vicory,
Soc; c. D. Knapp, 81; r. L. Prather,,
SOC; J. %Oppenheim. $3.50; Frank Daw-
son Zoe; Mrs. H. j. Fossett, soc. Total,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
with The GOODFELLOWS
BY H SECRETARY

", Mann, Jr., 81; Ida Pearl Mann.
q; W. S. Hill, 81; W. NJ. Strong, 81;
James |. Mann, 81; G. A. Kinney. CSC;
K. + Harrell. 81; A. L. Hurdle. 81;
a. W einstein, 81, a. Biggs, 81, J. 5.
Patrick, SOC; E. l. McKie, 81; Dorothy
Glenn, 81; J, H. Gadd 4 Co, 81; +.
\. Leake, Jr., 81; S. D'Amora L Co,
50e' j l. Thornton, 81; A. T. Suggs,
5gc; Taylor D. Jones, Jr., 81; j. p.
~humphries, 81; r. L. Strong, 81; n.
Moore, soc; f. Morrison, Csc; J. /,
White, soc; Or. Fletcher, soc; ]. L..
Parker l0c; Cash, soc; Il. j. Mann,
81; J.. W. Kelsey, 81; s. W. Mccall,
81; W. w. McGinnis, ST; Mark Kirk,
81; w; J. Cargill, 81; j. H. Graves, 81;
sam Hinton, 81; B. NJ. Cowan, 81;
r. W. Leonard, 81; l., W. Hall 81;
!. ". kelsey, Jr., 81; Cash, 81; Davis
Field Leake, 81; John Wesley Elder,
soc; W. w Pate, 25c; A. Goodfelow,
Ice; T. L. Hill, 81: John Kirk, Jr., 81;
Herman Cox, 81; w. A. Dowdy, 81;
Cash, 81; Harry Strong, 81; William
Parr, 81; NJ. NJ. Irby, Soc; DR.. B. L.
Branch, 81; J. M. Ward, IS; D. D.
HALEY, 81; Mary Elizabeth Baker, 81;
a, +. Hammer, IS; f. B. Hammer, 81;
Marjorie, Jean and Ruth Craig, 81;
J. F. Houston, 81; r. C. Mahan, 81:
j. A. Nicely, IS. Total, $87.51.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
EXPRESS EMPLOYEES
EXPRESSLY WITH US

What did l tell you about railroad
men as a class having hearts as big
as all outdoors? Read this:
once more the employees Of the
American Railway Express at Grand
Central station take pleasure in renew
ing our membership, n they have APP
pointed me as their representative to
place in your hands u contribution.
Enclosed find American Express
company money order for twenty-five
dollars and s~eventy-i1ve cents (S25, 75)
please enroll as members the fol-
lowing Goodfellows:
&c. j. SaVary, Z. II. Cummings, r. B.
Dowland, J. P. Stewart, G. A. Chandler,
J. $, Bryan, r. e. Rose, G. f. WEIGH,
Z. ". Cato, R. V. Jameson, e. V. Dean,
o.. P. Savage, j.. c Davis, f. Berton,
r. Shelton, j. NJ. Pierce, H. H. Hall,
G. 5. Ardern, q. E. Baker, A. Gentry,
II L. Guy, c. c Vaughn, w. ]. b.
Mcintyre, r. /, Fulwood, r. Becky, S.
b, Johnson, n. r. Ruddle, ]. A. Win
ter, s; NJ. Cummins, k. NJ. Moore, G.
w. Tiller, ]. N. Harkins, T. NJ. Bell,
w II. Raby, G. G.. ChaIfIn, r. H. Her
ron, Cecil Jackson, w, B. Clements, D.
Q, NJ. Taylor, A, Waterman, r. K.
Moore, 3, Taylor, w. H. Starr, Chas.
Roach, A. V. Curtbright, C. S. Butler,
{. NJ. Lugar, G. r. Averett.
Yours truly,
Agent Grand Central TermiDal
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
CAUSE GETS $50 AND
LETTER FROM ASTE'S

Goodfellows, here is encouragement
from the depths of the writer's heart.
Frank Aste penned it to you and sent
II in with a wad of money that would
ohoke a COW. A roll worth $60.73 Aste
bSaS. contributed to the cause, repre-
serted the entire proceeds from their
day.
Frank writes:
Il slipped in on everybody a week
ago and thought, yes, just thought |
had a grand and glorious feeling Che
had been in the navy, but oh, boy!
When l learned that John had not for
gotten the Goodfellows, why, words
cannot express my feelings.
Yours Is the most beautiful cause l
know Of, and that is not excepting the
great Red Cross, and they are truly
wonderful for l have had the pleasure
OF watching their work in camp. We
both thank the Lord for being able to
help your cause. 1t certainly is a grand
and glorious feeling to be a member Of
the Goodfellows, and to them that do
not believe us, just let them come
across and experience the sensation of
helping the poor Riddles have a Santa
Claus, then they, too, will feel what
am unable to make them underestimate
The Aste boys are charter members
of the club.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
G00DFELLOW COPPERS
RENEW MEMBERSHIP

The police and detectives, always
Goodfellows, have Joined the Goodfel-
lows club in order that they can play
Santa to some Of the poor tots. Year
after year. the coppers who have been
charter members of the organization
have contributed Of their meager means
to provide Christmas for the children of
want. And here they are again.
In behalf of those precious little
charges it Is II privilege to minister 10
| thank them.
Capt. Kehoe's day relief: G. S. Saint,
J. $. Sheriff., James Serofini, William
9. Stuber, j. Lanigan, e. T. Thomas,
B. F. Head, r. f. Hall, r. II. Smith,
J. M, Appling, II. s, vincent, w. S.
Harris, John w, Pride. A, B. Randle,
y. Il. Mechanism, P. A. Worley, Capt.
M. G.. Kehoe. r T, Leahy, r, D. San
derson, w. r. Ham, Ssrgt, Joe Fitz-
gerald, Sergt. J. J. Brinkley, Sergt. r.
j. Cole, A. l.. White, j. W. Taylor and
Police Judge L. T. Fitzhugh; total,
$22.05
Detective department: Chief II. S.
Smith, Paul n. Waggener, w. D. Car
penter, Ira o. Williams, J. NJ. Long,
James Armstrong, l.. l.. Mivelas, "Bilf"
Hendrick, c, Peters and Pat e. Koran;
total. SIS.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
.O0LDWATER IN NAME
ONLY, G00DFELLOWS

Here are greetings to you from some
old friends at C~oldwater, Miss;
inclose herewith our check for
$S0.35, contributed to the cause by
the Goodfellows of Coldwater, Miss.
Wishing you the greatest success you
have ever had, | am yours very truly,
Up. D. McCarley. -
The list of contributors:
W +, Ballard, p. D. McCarley, c,
M. Yates, 7. J. Cooper, A. L. Atkins,
L. n. Wallace, +. C. Turley, S. d.
Wooten, e. W. Dubois, Lawton Os-
teen, a friend, a friend, a friend, X.
Q. Jones, W. A. Austin, w. p. Veasey,
Q. w. Veazey, F. f. Veazey, w. II.
Newton, H. Hawkins, Miss V. Scott,
j. L. Castle, W. q. Todd, james and
Martha Christy, Paul Daniel, Ray r.
Slocum, NJ. S. Dougherty, A. Y. Will
bousn. T. J, White, ]. c. Mcpherson,
y. e. Perkins, ]. B. Delaney, Smythe
Cobb. ]. F. Gilliland, j. II. Presley,
Geo; l.. Wilson, q H. Mccain, ]. d.
Turley,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
COUNTRY FOLKS ARE
RIGHT THERE: PROOF

Leave it to the country folk to show
the true spirit of charitableness. Lam
bert, Miss, is a very small town with
a big heart. There is a bunch of Good
fellows down there we are proud of.
Who are they7 Look them over: they
contributed s22 to keep some children's
hearts from breaking: W. l.. Normour,
ley, d. D. Harden, Ben Tiplet, J. L.
Bell.
c. ]. Montgomery 81. J. L. Avis 81,
W. S. Lowrey 81, c. A. Chapman 81,
R. T. Chapman 81. ]. H. Morris ST, For
rest West $l' J, F. Keel 81, Rev. A. J,
81. F. P. Cassidy 81, r. c. Ingram 81,
81. W. H. Block 81, v. L. N E5YiioSF
b0c, J. T, Clay soc, II. V. Mortimer 81,
r: ". Siyley 500. A. p. Harvey 81, Ben
Tiplet $3.50, J. e. Bell 81.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
OF A KIND
r. YOU SHOULD MEET

Let me introduce you to three of a
kind Goodfellows. They are the en-
ployes Of the United States dredge fleet,
employees of the Ellis-Jones Drug com
pany and employees of the Du Pont
american Industries, Inc. The former
mas through the Goodfellows club to
the amount of $40, Ellis-Jones en-
sgloyes raised a fund of SIS and the Du
Pont employees SIC, so.
IT'S a great life, Goodfellows, espe-
couragement, and SO to the Ils' f%o req 0t the
club expresses its appreciation of the
thoughtfulness and self-sacrifice that
made possible. such splendid considera-
tion for the Riddles Xmas.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
OH, YOU C%0LLlERVILLE!
4THE KIDDlES THANK YOU

Talk about real Goodfellows! Just
sean the list Of fellow workers in the
cause OF the child that is appended
herewith. Say, can you beat that?
You can not. The Goodfellows OF Col
herville are with us heart and soul.
Theirs is the kind of encouragement
that goes straight to the heart of the
workers In the club, and we are duly
a~ppreciative, The merriest of happy
Christmas to you, each and every one.
Following is the list:
J. X. Swoope, IS; w. S. Piper. IS;
John Berry McF'errin, ST: Martha Mat.
thews McFerrin, 81; Il. X. Moreland,
81; D.. G. Delaney. 81; ]. NJ. Glenn III,
ST. T. A. Cox, 81; r. l.. Cox, 81;
c. c. Cox, 81; T. H.. Jamison, 81; II.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
7. |. |. REMEMBERS
AND KIDDIES BENEFIT

One of the finest contributions the
club has yet received for the cause
OF the Riddles came in my mail this
morning. 1t was a check for SIS from
the Young Ladies' institute, and the
club is glad, yes, it has been honored.
Where would we be in this wonder
tul work you and l are doing for youth
ful humanity were it not for the wom-
en-? Distress never yet called that the
women did not instantly respond, ana
while the Young Ladies' institute is
far from being the wealthiest society
Pm the city, its membership is com
of real Goodfellows, Goodfellows
We are proud of. | thank them, each
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
Gloves

Arabian Mocha and Buckskin Gloves, in
self and embroidered backs, with heavy
outseams, in colors of buff, gray. black
and khaki--wooi, silk and fur lined, g.
to 81. Washable Cape Gloves In tan
pearl, battle gray and cordovan, ~ to
$3.50. Wool and Silk Gloves, 81 and
81 so.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
Handkerchiefs

Mems Initial Handkerchief, In white or
fancy initials OF newest designs, beauti-
fully boxed-2Oc. 25c, 3oc, soc; In boxes
Of one-half dozen-Si, $3.50, ~. SILK
IIandkerchiefs In white or fancy borders,
5Oc, Toe, 81, $50, @2.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
$50, SIS, $40, $45 Up to $40
Sure to please Xmas gifts
for men, economically priced

Silk Mufflers, $3.50 to -.
Knitted Mufflers, &1.SO to 80.
Winter Underwear. ~ to 90.
silk Half Hose, csc to $3.50.
Iisle Thread Hose, 20c, 35c, soc.
Flannel Pajamas, $3.50 to -.
Silk Pajamas, - to %.
Night Robes, 81 to $3.50.
Lounging Robes, &0.75 to $50.
Smoking Jackets. 30 to $40.
Auto Gauntlets, $2.5O TO $3.50.
Work Gloves, soc to $3.50.
Wool Coat Sweaters, - to $1S.
Worsted Cardigan Jackets, 80 to
$3.50.
Knitted Vests, 90.
Knit and Silk Muftlers, $1.76 to 90.
Flannel Shirts, 90 to $3.50.
Holiday S%uspenders, 75c to ~.
Leather Belts, SOC TO %.
Silver Initial Belts. $1.25 TO S5.
Walking sticks, Toe to 20.
Umbrellas, S1.23 10 S5.
Cuff Links, 25c 10 $3.50.
Fine Dress Sets, ~ 10 So.
Initial Vest Chains. ~, 81.
Initial Belt Buckles, 81.
Waldemar Chains. 81 to So.
Leather Collar Boxes. 75c to 80.
Leather Travelling Sets, $3.50 to
1918.
Khaki Travelling Sets, $5 to $3.50.
Military Brushes, az to IS.
Fur Caps, SE 10 Si6.
Cloth Caps, ri to $3.50.
Felt Hats, $3.50 10 AZ.
Velour Hats. 80 to $t2.
Leather Suit Cases, $3.50 to $50.
Raincoats, $3.50 10 $40.
Mackinaws. St5 to S25.
Corduroy Suits, S1S 10 $25.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
Silk Shirts

A wonderful display-finest pure silk tex
lures; heavy broadcloths, crepes. jerseys,
in striking pattern effects and richest col
oring, 80 to &i2. Best quality crepes.
with collars to match, % and SO. Khaki
Pure Silk Shirts for men in the service,
IS. Silk Stripe Shirts, 90 TO S5.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
The last word in his Xmas Gift
Hart Schaffner & Marx clothes

Nothing more desirable, useful " sensible than a handsome Suit n Over
coat-none near as much 20 is Hart SChafner & Marx superior clothes
Just the name and label are passwords of high quality and high value. All
good dressers, everywhere, prefer them to any others, for many reasons.
None to compare with them in their perfect style, distinctive modelling,
fabric elegance, tailoring excellence, fitting perfection. Because of the long
lasting service they give to the wCarer theyre. the most economical clothes
that can be bought.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
Neckwear

Handmade scarfs from the choicest silks,
Swiss, Italian and best Of American ere
ations-in attractive holiday boxes-70c,
81, $3.50, "a and up to %. silk knitted
and crocheted scarfs at $3.50 to "a,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20

Boys Silk Shirts. $3.50 TO $500.
Boys Blouses, CSC to $500,
Boys Indian Play Suits, 81 80.
Boys Leather Belts, Csc, SOC.
Boys Soft and Linen Collars, 2sc.
Boys Cuff Links, Csc, Soc.
Roys' Winter Underwear, ese 10 $3.50.
Boys Separate Trousers, CSC to 1895.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20

BOYS Wool Sweaters, 81 80 TO s5,oJ.
Boys Silk Gloves, SOC to 81.
Boys Silk Neckwear, SOC to 81.
Boys Nobby Caps, Soc to $500.
Boys Combination Military Suits, $4,e5
Boys Slipon RAincoats, $3.e5,
BOYS Stockings. 4oc, Soc, 6oc.
Boys Shirts, csc to $500.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
Luxury in o~vercoats
Styles for men and young men

None better madc-we know of none is good-maAerpieccs Of the Hart
Schanner & Marx tailoring shops listers, Ragans, Balmacaans, Ches-
terflds, box styles, weItwaist styles, military styles, double breasted
models motor coats, leather lined, wool lined, silk and satin lned-eegant
seal or Persian lamb collar styles.
Irish dufnes and friezes, Crombie weaves, Shetlands, Carr, English mel
tons, St Ledger kerseys, finest French Montagnacs, Scotch hand loom
tweeds, soft vcunas and woraeds; Hockanum, Worumbo, Rock and other
American weaves; blanket back fabrics, bouces. warmth wthoutweght fab
RIGS. Better overcoats were never seen and they're super value at
SIS, $50, SIS, $40, $45 and up to $85
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
Christmas shopping headquarters for menfolks

From every consideration of QuHy, Variety and Value the things you will want to give this year, the useful
practical things nnn need and want, this store dominates with such oWOuT@st that Christmas shoppers owe it
to themselves their friends md relatives as well as their purchasing ds to view our magnificent holiday dis
plays in all the departments before making their ultimate decision to purchase
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20

"Burk" Quality is standard-the best; a fact known and recognized through
out Memphis and trade tributaries. Your gift will carry conviction of its
desirabiiy and insure aeeeptabiity to the recipient if bought at this quail
iy store. And your dollar enjoys supreme purchasing power, yielding bet
ter value returns than wei possible elsewhere.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1918-12-20
Highest quality in suits
Styles for men and young men

Style, that indcfnablc element, the result Of artistic designing, fine tailoring
and highclAss fabrics, shows at a glance in these elegant clothes. Choicest
of foreign and American weaves, soft English worsteds, Scotch homespuns,
tweeds, cheviots; American Hockanum weaves, silk mixtures double twist
twceds, fine vicunas, serges, crepes, velous, conservative models for refined
dressers; aggressive, smart and extreme styles for nobby dressers; military
styles; welt-waist styles; patch pocket English styes-in sizes and meas
urcmcnts to fit men Of any build or proportions, Feature values at
Evening star., 1918-08-16
WIRE LINES MUST CONFINE
IMPROVEMENTS TO WAR NEEDS

Postmaster General Burieson has1s-
sued an order to all telephone COM
panies to conhne extensions and bet
terments to meet war requirements
and vital commercial needs and to
proceed as expediiously as possible
with plans for consolidating and uni
tying tho telephone plants, where the
consolidation 10 desired by the pub
lie
In cases in which two telephone sys-
TENS are operating in the same area,
the order directs the companies to
cooperate in making extensions and
betterments, that unification and
elimination Of waste in money. man
power.-and materials mSy be brought
about, 'in an orderly way and with
due regard to the rights Of the own
ers OF the properties and the con-
venience of the public"
The order is not intended, It was
stated, to direct any action or policy
which in the judgment of the owners
Evening star., 1918-08-16
nosnsdaa1 Prn.

1kc18s
WITH THE CANADIAN FORCES
IN FRANCE. Thursday. August 15.-
Some interesting incidents Of the
fighting Of the past few days are now
available. For instance, all day
Thursday of hast week, when the bat
tie opened, great difficulty was met
in advancing on our extreme left.
Finally it was decided the only way
to advance was to turn the left flank.
A famous Quebec battalion was in
trusted with the task They had to
take up their position in the dark by
the aid only Of the stars, maps and
compasses. Only military men can
comprehend the difficulty of the un-
dertalxing. At the appointed hour
half-past four in the morntng-they
were on their ground. whence they
advanced and took the position, fore
ing the entire enemy Line in this Sec
tor to fall back. with triding loss to
Us.
ono ofIicer had q bet with another
that he would be In the boche divis-
ional headquarters at Queanil first on
Thursday night. It was q wild race
and was not settled till Friday morn
ing. when the winner actually took
possession of the quarters while his
troops were still fighting at the far
end Of the town.
He captured the entire enemy di-
visional plant Shortly after the loser
came along and had to content him.
self with humber billets. This was
nine miles from the>startdng point OF
Thursday morning.
The advance Of Q M4nitDhA. battalion
was tho record ok the battle, b1ing
over twenty tho1ssnd yards from our
LAont-ltna. while marching down .
Evening star., 1918-08-16
'MAN-POWER BILL MAY
COME UP ON THURSDAY
War Chiefs to Appear Before SEN
ate Military Committee
on Monday.

Senator Chamberlain. chairman of
the military affairs committee. said
today that he hoped a quorum of the
Senate would be present Monday, so
that it will be possible to obtain
consent to take up tho new man
power bin on Thursday Of next week.
Under the unanimous consent agree
ment for the summer vacation busi-
ness cannot be transacted by the Sem
ate until three days after q quorum
has been obtained.
Chairman Dent Of tho Houseasmf1l-
tary committee announced that Secs
rotary Baker. Gen. March and Provost
Marshal General Crowder would ap-
pear before his committee Monday at
the opening session.
Representative Kahn of California.
ranking republican member of the
committee, who has just returned to
Washington, said that the bill should
be reported the first day. Mr.. Kahn
said he had talked with other re-
publicans on tho committee and that
they would give the bill their full
support
Evening star., 1918-08-16

would result in damage or injury to
their business or property. and where
such injury would result by COM
pliance with the orders, the companies
are directed to bring the subject to
the attention of the department for
further instructions
Mr.. Burleson announced the appoint
ment of Nathan c. -Kingsbury, vice
president OF the American Telegraph
and Telephone Company, and George
W. Robinson. president of the Tri-
state Telegraph and Telephone Com
pany, to investigate and carry ON neeo-
tiations for the unification and con-
solfdation Of the various telephone
companies operating in the same COM
munities.
Mr.. Burleson also appointed two
committees. composed Of postal ON
ctais. to study the purchase Of supplies
for telegraph and telephone systems
and to investigate whether it would
pc practicable to divide the country
into telephone and telegraph districts
similar In number and territory with
the railway mail inspectors diyisiona
Evening star., 1918-08-16
GERMAN.

August 15.-There have been lively
reconnoitering activities between the
User and the Scarpe. Southeast of
Ayete a British partial attack broke
down before our lines.
North of the Ancre during the last
few nights we have evacuated the
sector of our positions near Puisieux
and Beaumont-Hamel.w which project
ed sharply into the enemy's position.
1t was occupied by the enemy yester-
day afternoon.
In Gen. Won Boehn's group there
have been no important operations.
In the evening the artillery activity
increased between the Ancre and the
Disc. Partial enemy attacks on both
sides of the Avre and south of Lass
igny were repulsed.
In a thrust on the south bank of
the Vesle we captured men who were
occupying the railway station at
Breuil.
A British bombing squadron ON its
way to raid our home territory was
engaged by our chasing forces before
reaching its objective and forced to
return after q loss Of five airplanes.
Yesterday twenty-four enemy air
planes and ono hostile balloon were
shot down.