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The Delta independent., 1918-08-23

Copyright. 1918. by United Press)
With the American Airmen in
France. July 10 CBy MaiD-"There's
a certain german aviator I'd like to
meet after the war. II he lives and
7 do" said Lieut. Eddie Rickenbacker,
American ace and former auto racer.
"If We meet in the States I'll buy
him an ice cream soda. and II it's in
germany. I'll exect him to buy us
both beers. He flies No. 1s In n Ger.
tain german squadron. His machine
is an observing and fighting type com
bined. For a german he Is an ex-
cetionaI sort We had four days suo-
oessive rendezvous together without
result and II was real fighting all
the time.
THE first morning I hoped into
the can and went up to a pink tea.
looking for anything In general and
nothing in particular. soon spotted
No. l and he spotted me. We jockey
ed for position, both OF us trying to
get the blind spot in front OF the sun.
Finally I got under his tail. after
half an hour Of maneuvering this way
and that. and let him have H. The
gun fired two shots and jammed.
There was nothing to do but zoom
home. which did
Next morning I went up at the
same hour over the same spot There
was No. 16. escorted by two german
fighting lanes He was higher than
them. but was higher than he. so I
The Delta independent., 1918-08-23
JOS. HARRINGTON DEMOCRATIC
CANDIDATE FOR SHERIFF

To Whom 1t May Concern:
In presenting my name to the vot-
ers Of Delta county as candidate
for the office of Sheriff on the Dem
ocratic ticket, I do so for several
reasons:
First. Because believe I am fully
qualified to perform the duties which
will devolve upon me in case / am
elected.
Second. Because | am a Colorado
man; Delta County man: success
full business man and a citizen of the
The Delta independent., 1918-08-23
SPAIN DENIES OUTS With aun

Madrid. Aug. 2i-The Spanish gov.
ernment deni rumors current that
germany ha dsevered relations win
Spain. The government admitted
however. that Spain had notified ger.
many that II any further Spanish yes.
sells W re summarized they would TEN.
porarily replace from interned german
tonnage now in Spanish waters.
The summarizing Of Spanish ton.
mage recently lead the government nj
Madrid to deliver their ultimatum 70
z rnmy.
The Delta independent., 1918-08-23

United States 100 per cent American.
For "a years / have lived in Delta
county and for 19 years / have con-
Quoted my business in a clean. busi-
ness-like and upright manner.
II elected. | shall conscientiously
perform my duties without fear or
favor. and IL defeated I shall continue
to do business a; the same old stand.
With these few words OF introduc-
tion. ask your support at the coming
primary election to be held September
10th, 1918.
JOSEPH HARRINGTON.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09
AFTERNOON RECEPTION AND
 TEA.

A beautiful reception of Friday af- ternoon was given by Mrs. Claude M. Erwin, experimenting her friend, Mrs. Hubert E. Tyler, a bride of a few weeks, and who was the recipient of many compliments on this occas- ion In keeping with the economical spirit of war times and MT. Hoover's wishes for nothing extravagant, Mrs. Erwin adhered to it strictly, and ev cry feature was on very simple lines. The home was void of decorations, but the elegant interior and exquis- ite furnishings made the reception beautiful affair regardless of all.
 The guests were welcomed in the hall by Mrs. Charles E. Carroll and Mrs. George M Sink. Others re- ceiving here were Mrs. Harry G. Brandenburg and Miss Dove Erwin In the drawing room the hostess at the head of the receiving line, had standing with her, the guest of honor, Mrs. Tyler, also Mrs. Estelle Claridge, Mrs. Joseph L. Bevens, Miss Lela Beattie, Mrs. Richard Thomas, Mrs. Gillieus Hercus and Mrs. M. M. Err win. Others extending cordiality in the drawing room were Mrs. o. D. Watson, Mrs. James Pagan, Mrs. C.. E. Hipolite, Mrs. Charles G. Henry and Mrs. Joe Bell.
 In the beautifully appointed dining room the table was exquisitely set with it's tea service and at this table tea and coffee were poured by Mrs. George K. Stephens and Mrs. E. L. Boyce. A buffet lunch was served by Mrs. J. o. Powell, Mrs. A. C. Will kerson, Misses Leah Jones, Lutie Mae Stephens, Susie Lindsey and Minnie Bee Sink.
 For the afternoon Mrs. Erwin wore 9 dainty afternoon dress of white tulle ard lace; Mrs. Tyler wore a handsome costume of gray silk with pink chiffon trimmings and carried pink carnations. The entire receiv- ing party throughout the house were elegantly dressed in perfect after noon and evening toilettes. As a whole it was the largest attended re- ception ever given in our city, more than two hundred ladies calling dur ing the receiving hours.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09
HERE AND THERE.
h@4 >%H4uAA AAA A<

Country butter and country butter. -Bowcn,s Cash Store. 257d6t
 For Sale-New Ford touring car body.-Bowen's Cash Store. 257d6
 For Rent-Two rooms for light housekeeping. Apply 123 Beech 52d4
 The Rev. Robert H. Flowers of New Zealand will preach at the Christian church Sunday.
 Mr. and Mrs. Conway Hail, of Batesville, who have been to eastern markets, were here early yesterday < morning on their return home.
 J. w. Nicholson, of Swifton, was through here last night, returning home from attending the Southern Cattlemen's Association at Little Rock.
 Mrs. R. H. Scruggs returned yester- day afternoon from a very pleasant visit of few days with Little Rock friends. MT. Scruggs, who accom- panied her and attended the cattle mems association, returned earlier in the week.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09
POLITICAL ANNOUNCE.
 MENTS.

The Independent is authorlz- ed to announce the following ,,ersons as candidates for public office, subject to the action of he Democratic party: Cor County Superintendent
 ]. M. Balch. Garland E. Land.
 A. J. Garner. z. D. Barber
 II. L. Thomas For Congress
 Wm. A. Hodges
 w. D. Davenport.
 W. A. Oldfield For County Treasurer
 w. D. McLain.
 Charles K. Coe. For County Judge:
 John A. Melville.
 R. F. Tyer.
 w. M. Tins
 w. A. Mink. For Sheriff and Collector
 Terry Guin. J. M. Ivy. For Representative: R. T. Simmons For County Clerk: J. F. Parish. | Grover c. Nance.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09
NOTICE TO RED CROSS
 DELINQUENT SUBSCRIBERS

The time for the payment of your. subscription to the Red Cross fund is now past due and the chapter urges that all will pay up at once. If there is any reason why you are unable to pay now, please notify the secretary.
 J. E. DOHERTY, JR.,
 Publicity Agent.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09
Mrs. Leslie Wishenddorf has been quite sick this week.


 Mrs. Leslie Wishenddorf has been quite sick this week.
 The Busy Helpers will meet with Mrs. R. B. Hooker Monday afternoon at o'clock.
 For Rent-Two furnished rooms for light housekeeping, 609 Hazel St. Phone 4O2. 26Od6t.
 Charles Balch and A. c. Huey, sub scribers from Pennington, were visi- tors at the county seat Saturday.
 Hugh D. Hart, of Little Rock, a prominent life insurance writer of the capital city, was here on business Friday.
 Mrs. Fred Smith leaves Sunday for a weeks visit to her sisters at Poca- hontas.
 MT. and Mrs. J. N. Moon and Baird Parsons, of Swifton were down on business yesterday.
 Dr. James Graham was down from Tuckerman last night for a short while between trains.
 Court Stenographer Ira J. Pickens left on No. for his home at Walnut Ridge, where he goes to spend Sunday with his family.
 w. D. Stevens returned yesterday from Ireland, Texas, where he spent several days visiting his father and other relatives and friends.
 w. A. and M. M. Rutherford, of Batesville, on their return from the Southern Cattlemen's Association at Little Rock, were guests at the Ha- gel hotel last night.
 l.. B. Rogers, a good citizen resid ing on Route One, was in to sec the Independent today, accompanied by his son, l. W. Rogers, who had his name enrolled on the papers fast growing subscription list. MT. Rog CTS has been a subscriber to the ,Inde pendent since it was first established.
 We have just received another shipment of fine hogs from Batesville. We have some nice pork sausage for our customers. We will let you have this sausage either seasoned or un- seasoned, as suits you, as some had rather season it at home. We still are selling hams at 28 cents pound, and have pork shoulders for 25 cents per pound.-W. A. Fike & Son. 57d3
 Mrs. s. S. Prewitt, oof Little Rock, formerly of Newport, died at Little Rock Friday morning at 8 o'clock. Mrs. Prewitt is pleasantly remem- bered by many of our people, espec- ially in the Christian church, where she was an active member. She IS survived by her husband and two daughters, Mrs. H. o. Douglass of Waco, Texas, and Miss Sarah Prewltt, also two sons, John and c. H. Prewitt, of Little Rock.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

Lieutenant Charles Sprigg spent today in Newport with his parents and many friends, having come up from Camp Beauregard, where he has been stationed since leaving here with Company E. Lieutenant Sprigg will leave tomorrow for Geneva, H., to attend an officers training school. At this school he very likely will be trained for early service in France. Lieut.. Sprigg reports his brother, Sergeant Ed Sprigg, confined in the base hospital at Camp Beauregard, having received an injury to his foot a few days ago when he was In the act of jumping over a trench. His condition is not serious. Lieut.. Sprigg says all the boys at the camp are doing nicely and are we'll pleased, but anxious to get at the hun.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09
JOURNAL PRINTED.
Special to Independent

Little Rock, Feb 9-The Senate Journal for 1917, Forty-first regular session, from Jan. 8 to March 8, has just come from the press. It is vol umnous document, containing 79S pages. Copies may be had from the secretary of state The House Jour- nal, which will be twice as large, is not yet out.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

Found-Folding pocketbook con- taining registration card and Wood man of the World receipts. Finder can have same by paying for this ad.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

For Rent-Two furnished rooms, 519 Walnut Street. Mrs. l.. p. Harris. ANouAno
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

Califo canned fruits, vegetables and preserves at Bowen's Cash Store. 255d6t.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

Read the advertisements in the In
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

Valuable piece of jewelry between Second and Third streets on Laurel. Owner may have same by calling at this office. dit
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

For Rent-One furnished room, 219 Hazel street. 257 d5t
 Knox mends shoes cheap. III Walnut street. dtf.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

Q. B. Fairleigh was called to his old home in Kentucky last night by the death of his father, who was 84 years old. MT. Fairleigh left imme- diately for Memphis, where he joined 9 brother and left for Kentucky.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

For Rent-Two furnished rooms for light housekeeping, 609 Hazel St. Phone 4O2. 260d6t
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

The Busy Helpers will meet with Mrs. R. B. Hooker Monday afternoon at o'clock
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09
WEATHER FoKECAST

Tonight fair, colder, freezing. Sun day fair, not so cold.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

Ed Kirk, drainage engineer and surveyor who came to Newport sev- eral days ago from Missouri, has been engaged in surveying some land for Clay Roberts, near this city, this week |. MT. Kirk will remain here for some time and will endeavor to interest Jackson county farmers in having their land drained. He says he finds a great need for drainago in this county.
 Mrs. Claude M. Erwin, chairman ot the Woman's Committee of the Ma tional Council of Defense for Jackson county. has called meeting at the high school auditorium Monday after noon at three o'clock for instructions in the work, and especially the chairmen of the different committees and their co-workers. The ladies who come are requested to bring pen cil and paper, not pen and ink, as nothing but practice work IS to be done at this meeting.
Newport daily independent., 1918-02-09

Charles Balch and A. c. Huey, sub- scribers from Pennington, were visi- tors at the county seat Saturday.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06
GLAD HE is Iol YEARS YOUNG
WiImington's Oldest Citizen is Count
ing on Staying Here Awhile Longer

WiImington's Oldest Citizen is Count
ing on Staying Here Awhile Longer
at is good to be 1O1 years young
on a beautiful day like this' was the
declaration of Jehu Roberts Whining
tons oldset citizen, who Saturday
celebrated the anniversary of his
birth. At his home at No. SOP
Bayard avenue he answered the door
bell himself and gave hearty hand
shake to his visitors. indicating his
vigor despite his great age. He is
red checked and his head is covered
with thick, silver hair. His eyes are
clear and bright, and he takes a long
walk every day for exercise. Roberts
is of English and Welsh descent and a
distant relative of the famous British
soldier Lord Roberts He was born at
Peach Bottom, Lancaster county, Pa, ,
March 2, 1917. He fought through
the civil war and takes keen interest
in the progress of the American army
in the present war. He has three
living daughters, % grandchildren, 80
living great grandchildren and three
living great great grandchildren. He
declared Saturday he expected to live
several years more.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06
NO HOG PENS IN MIDDLETOWN

Board of Health Refuses and Town
Council Recinds its Former Action
The Middletown board of health,
threw a hombshell into their town
taxpayers last week, by refusing to
sanction the raising of hogs in the
town limits. The town commissioners
at a special meeting Monday night
of last week passed an ordinance all
lowing the residents of the town the
privilege of raising them during the
period of the war, but put the super
vision of the matter up to the board
of health, composed of DR.. Dorsey W..
Lewis, DIR. Edward M. Vaughan, and
DR.. Norman L. Beale. The board OF
health Saturday issued a statement,
which was posted in all public places,
and caused much caustic comment.
In the statement the board says thai
the refuse from the pens is matter
of contamination, from flies, and thai
as the town board deemed the raising
of hogs in the town a nuisance II
1901, the present board is of the sam
opinion. saying that "the keeping O
raising of hogs in the town OF Middle
town, would be detrimental to tn
public health, and nuisance. Ihere
fore, we, the board of health of Mid
dletown, prohibit such practice a
above stated, under the laws of De'a
ware, Chapter 745, Section H.
There had been strong talk of a hog
ticket being put in the field at IN
town election but the talk died ou
when the old town board recinded II
former action, refusing permission.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06
SUPPORT ORDER IN LORD CASE

Charles W. Lord Must Paw His Wife
500 a Month and Have the Home
In the Kent County Court of Gen
eral Sessions at Dover last Thursday,
the case of the State vs.. Charles w.
Lord, non-support, was called and
while a plea of not guilty had pre-
viously been entered, his attorneys,
Arley B. Magee and James H. Hughes.
changed the plea to that of nolle
contendre, after which argument was
had by attorneys for the defendant
and Attorney General Reinbardt, as
to the amount to be allowed. After
going into the case in detail, the court
announced that the defendant be dir
ected to pay to his wife, Anna H.
Lord. the sum of $1OO month, be-
ginning March l, she to occupy the
Lord home on Bradford street, Dover,
with the use of all the Furnishings
therein, to keep the house in repail
and pay all taxes and water rents
MIR. and Mrs. Lord were married IL
1882.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06
SALISBURY AGAIN CANDIDATE
Sending out Formal Announcements to
Representative Democrats of State

Representative Democrats of State
Senator Willard SaulsbGry is send
ing out formal announcements of his
candidacy for reelection to well
known Democrats throughout the state.
The formal announcement reads {:
"Just five years ago to-day, l was
sworn in as United States Senator
from Delaware. During these event
ful years to the best of my ability, l
have performed the duties my state
entrusted to me. My successor is to
be chosen in a few months by the peO-
pie of Delaware and this seems an ap-
propriate date to say that | shall ask
the members of my party to express
their appreciation or disapproval of
nv course since l have been in the
public service by announcing myself
as a candidate for the Democratic
nomination for Senator, which would
not do if did not think l could be
elected. No five years during oul
country's history have required more
real work of United States Senator.
Practically the only vacation have
had during these five years has beer
devoted by me to travelling in the Fal
East, hoping thus to acquaint myself
with important questions in which ou
country is Vitally interested and il
the determination of which am il
some measure personally responsible
by reason of my position on the Sen
ate Committee on Foreign Relations
My colleagues have doubtless honOre
me beyond my just deserts but l ca
assure you that my pleasure in sue
cases has been more than doubled be
cause d Dealwarean has receive
these honors. l think 1 may say
never worked so hard for myself as
have for my state and country durin
the five years have been in Washing
ten. l shall be very glad to hav
1 your support for both the nominatiC
and election and will appreciate 6
, expression from you as to your att
tude and feelings on the subject. "
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06
Personal and Social
People Who Come and Go
and Their Social Doings

Earl W. Grant, of Camp Morrison,
Va, an aviation camp, near Hamilton
Roads, was home on a three days
furlough Saturday. Sunday and Mon
day and received the glad hands of
his friends. 1t is probably the last
visit he will get home until after he
returns from lover there.
MIR. and Mrs. Samuel J. Reynolds
have returned from Philadelphia,
where, Friday night, they attended
the Sons of Delaware banquet at the
Rittenhouse. There were $50 Della
wareans about the festive board and
a delightful time was had.
Mrs. r. D. Hoffecker left last week
for the University Hospital, Phila-
delphia, where. Thursday, she was oper-
ated upon to correct a dislocation in her
right ankle which has been troubling
her ever since she fell down a flight
nf stairs last summer. At that time
there was multiple fracture of the
ankle joint, but after the bones knit
and she was able to get about, she
has been unable to make progress on
account of the dislocation and the CAL
lus that was thrown out at the Joint.
She goes thru another ordeal with the
hope of being able to walk properly
again.
Miss Margaret COnaway and Miss
Agnes Wick attended the millin-
cry stock display in Philadelphia get
ting ideas for the Spring opening.
Miss Lavinia Turner, who a week
ago returned from the Presbyterian
Hospital, Philadelphia, where she
underwent an operation, was dowr
town Monday and Tuesday and re-
ceived the welcome hand of hel
friends.
Mrs. Bessie Nj. Pleasanton, form
erly of near Smyrna, now of 500 w.
9th street, Wilmington, was operated
upon Saturday afternoon at five 'clocl
for appendicitis, at the Delaware
Hospital and is getting along as wei
as can be expected. Mrs. Nj. E
Mailer. of Clayton, is staying in Will
I mington to be near her sister.
J Miss Margaret Collins. of Asbur,
Park, N. j., is visiting Mrs. W. H
; Carr.
Mr.. and Mrs. John w. Roberts
: who has been spending several week
at Washington, D. c., have returned
Mrs. Emily Smith and daughter
Mrs. Elva McCausland, have returne
from Philadelphia, where they hav
been spending the winter.
Charles D. Stockly, ESQ.,, was HON
from Washington, D. c.. over Sunda
visiting his mother, Mrs. John {
a Stockly.
Harry M. Grivees, of the Navi
Reserve Corps at Lewes, is home {
furlough visiting his parents, M
e and Mrs Harry B. GrieVes.
= Mrs. Benz. E. Yaden (nee Mi
IS Lillian Lower, of Chicago, and Mr.
IS George Milne, of Washington, spe
le the weekend with Mr.. and Mr.
ID Harry j. Lower.
rt Miss Julia Hum, of Philadelphi
spent the weekend with her fathe
Mr.. Jos. B. HUM.
- MIR. Richard Holland, of BaltimOr
- was home over Sunday visiting
,d parents.
: DR.. Frances VanGssken spent Su
T. day with Mr.. and Mrs. Frank
!, Postles.
25 Mr.. George Mckay, Jr., of Ph
30 adelphia, spent Sunday on a visit
his brothers, Hugh and John McKa,
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Allen,
Wilmington, were guests over Sund
let of Mr.. w. B. Start.
ed Mr.. and Mrs. Leon Ryan, of W
ne mington, spent Sunday with the Mis-
or Hutchison on Delaware street.
he
IL0 ETnN
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

Mrs. James A. Morgan was badly
injured at Seaford Saturday morning
when struck in the face by a large
niece of board. She was doing some
charity work in the colored section
and in leaving house steppd on one
end of a loose plank, which flew up
and struck her in the face, cutting =
! cash which required 10 stitches.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

The Times Office closes at noon
.,,ry Saturday. Our patrons desiring
= renew their subscriptions or leave
rsers for job work will do US favor
attend to these matters during the
Al work days Of the week or Satur-
Ay morning. adv.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

Irving Wells. Townsend; Clarence
Pesrce and John C. Segelken. Middle
town; Eugene Armstrong and Charles
R Collins, Delaware City, and Charles
h9nemier, Odessa, are among the
New Castle County boys who joined
the draft contingent Monday for Fort
0gIethorpe, Ga.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

Necktie Social will be held at the
bne of Mr.. Harry Blendt, Jr., near
sverson's Church, for benefit of
church on Friday evening, March 9Th.
4 stormy. Saturday night. Ladies'
,Iesse bring neckties. Ice cream for
ole.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06
NOTICE.

All those having claims against the
estate of Mrs. Elizabeth G. Wilds
will please present same and those
owing the estate will make settlement
as it is the desire to close the estate
at once.-J. D. Wilds, administrator.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

,-.;,o is at hand. House cleaning
'I,s y. ssn be supplied by Estate OF
s'I'' 'n.l'..m FAIRIES Store. Phone 113.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

EdwG Walls Sons store is ready
o boost the spring trade and this
week We are offering work clothes 25
v35 per cent. under market price; /;
v,rk shoes that ase moderately priced
I'D International made-tn-measure
dothes from $40 to $40. adv.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

co;ng to raise some vegetables!
s,.J. that grow, on sale at Estate OF
~ FAIRIES Hardware Department
store Phone 113.-adv.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06
FOR SALE

Irish Cobbler Seed Potatoes. Also
Onion Sets and Strawberry Plants.
Apply to J. D. Scout, Smyrna, Del.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

The Honor System" advertised
|r the Opera House last Thursday
'ening did not materialize because
ne reels did not arrive. The show
hsi to be called off. Manager Mark
HcAannus has this powerful drama
aheiuled for next Monday night. -
See adv.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

to.HiBLRS t.r. will be doing us a
~ ol =" Il they will refer to the label
na,. ~ 'He paper they are receiving and
as ' now they stand. If after name
ns. s words MAR Is" appears, it
l., 'us SINE tney have paid until March
a., 1913 unless their record in this
msi,iI iv SHOWS to the contrary. The
ms.l. ug list has just been gone over,
DIV. up and revised. Kindly
tioD 'uls matter your early atten.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

"nlle Frank Turner, of Will
a,.l 4-.b'on' formerly Of Smyrna, was on
=. Ivy az the electric light plant Thurs
5,., AFTERNOON, thief entered his
t,r-' p'ag house and took from his
hun aA Sz4O which he had put aside to
!, ps 10 MS wife, Mrs. Ida Turner,
b,.,Yna ~'lYrna' A woman in the same
i.s.l Ilug house lost S18O besides some
Va' obtained.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

VEEKLY INFORMATION. The
~ # the label or wrapper of this
~ ."., will show the time up to which
,,or subscription is paid.
Smyrna times., 1918-03-06

Local magistrates have no cause to
''s'et the passage of the State In
y'ae lax bill. with the requisite affi-
'''t The sum of % cents for each
S'a'e income tax blank upon which
es' put a seal is a comparati, ely
s.''. amount, but 10 the aggregate it
-sl''s a nice little sum. 1t makes a
.'u'a0le side line to their other no
's'g business