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The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
ARRIVED SAFELY.

Definite news has been received
in Abbeville that Lieut.. Gottlob A
Neuffer has passed safely over the
first lap of his great adventure, Dr.
Neuffer receiving telegram wed
nesday morning from him saying
"Arrived safely overseas" This Is
glad news to his many anxious
friends.
Lieut.. Neuffer was one OF the
first of Abbeville's young men to
volunteer for border service. he
has advanced from private to first
lieutenant, winning his way on his
merit. He has the confidence and
respect of his men, and at home the
love and esteem of a wide circle OF
friends.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
WORK OR FIGHT is ORDER
BY GENERAL CROWDER

Washington, May 23.-Every mar
of draft age must work or fight at,
ter July 1, under drastic amend
ment to the selective service regula'
tions, announced today by Provost
Marshal General Crowder.
Not only idlers, but all draft reg
istrants engaged in what are helo
to be non-useful occupations are te
be hailed before local boards anc
given the choice of new job OF
the army.
Gamblers, race-track and bucket
shop attendants and fortune teller:
head the list, but those who will be
reached by the new regulations also
include walters and bartenders, the
atre ushers and attendants, passen'
ger elevator operators and other at
tendants of clubs, hotels, stores, etc
domestic and clerks in stores.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
DEATH OF MRS. GORDON.

Mrs. J. Newton Gordon, Of the
Donalds section, died on Wednesday
night, May 22nd, at her home after
a short illness from pneumonia.
Funeral services were held at Green
vile church of which she was men,
ber, after which the burial took
place in the church cemetery.
Before her marriage Mrs. Gordon
was Miss Matte Winn: She was
born and reared in the section where
she spent her life. Her father was
the late Calvin Winn and her mo-
ther was Mrs. Lizzie Hagan Winn.
Messrs. John Winn, Eugene Winn
and Charles NJ. Winn are brothers.
Mrs. Gordon was young woman
of fine characters. For several
years she taught school in the coun-
ty, and did excellent work. She will
be greatly missed in her communly.
The husband and one child survive.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
HENRY ADAMS, COLORED,
STABBED TO DEATH

On May 21st, Esq. M. E. Hol-
lingsworth held inquest over the
body of Henry Adams. Mansfield
Harris and Lucille Johnson testified
that Henry Adams got into a fist
fight when Douglass stabbed Adams,
who fell and never spoke again. The
difficulty occurred in a field belong
ing to Mr.. Wade Cothran, where the
negro men were engaged in plow-
ing. Coroner's Jury decided that
Henry Adams came to his death at
the hands of George Dougless by a
wound in the breast.
Later-George Douglass was ar,
rested Tuesday evening by Chief
Johnson between Abbeville and Cal
houn Falls and lodged in Jail.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
HoNORING MISS WATSON.

One of the most enjoyable events
that has taken place recently, was
the going-away dance given in honor
of Miss Louise Watson by Miss
Gladys Wilson. Miss Watson is
leaving some time soon for Sumter,
where she has accepted very re-
sponsible position as stehographer
for one of the law firms of that
place. The evening was spent in
dancing, card playing and poetry
reading by the young ladies present.
Delightful refreshments were serv-
ed which added very much to the
occasion for the crowd that don't
enjoy such dainties but once in a
life time.
Those that took part in enjoying
the evening were: Misses Lula Ellis,
Evan Reams, Louise Watson, Coline
Phillips, Flora Timmons, Alberta
Clinkscales, Nina Wilson, Messrs.
Lowry Wilson, John Lomax, Hugh
Hannah, Henry Wilson, J. T. Clink-
scales, Grier Sherard.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
GERMANS FACING
STOUT DEFENSE
Time. Has Strengthen
ed the British Army
Considerably.
DELAY. is NOT EXPLAINED
United States Army Officers Think
Hun Has Been Forced to Patch
Battered Forces.
DELAY. is NOT EXPLAINED

Washington, May 22.-The long
delay in renewal of the German
drive in Picardy and Flanders, is
variously accounted for by officials
of the war department., among whom
it has come to be a subject of ami
mated discussion.
The most generally accepted ex-
PLANTATION is that German divisions
engaged in the first phases .:of the
battle were so badly scattered that
it has tsaken time to restore them to
fighting form. It is apparent, how
ever, that many officers feel that a
deeper reason than this underlies
the lull. They regard it as certain
that only some serious internal con-
dition would cause the German high
command to lose advantage gained
by the first rush of the great often
sive. The value of pressing forward
without pause, once an offensive ef-
fort is made, is we'll recognized.
That the Germans have sacrificed.
During the lull the strength of
the British army is understood to
have been steadily increased. French
troops have been brought up and
disposed to block the roads and
American forces have been assem-
bled in both of the sectors of at
tack. 1T now appears, therefore,
that when the assault is renewed,
established defensive systems.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
AERIAL BATTLES
ALL AL0NCFR0NT
Great Fear Felt.
In Rhine Cities
ALARM CAUSED BY ALLIED
AVIATORS-NO PEACE FOR
HUNS.

With the French Army in France
May 22.-Germans captured by the
French testify to the brilliant work
of the entente allied aviators, who
the prisoners say, leave the Germans
no peace. Fears are expressed re-
garding future operations by allied
airmen on the Rhine cities, which
they believe would be laid in ruins
The Germans declare their anti
aircraft defenses are insufficient to
prevent the allies visiting either day
or night the Teuton camps, canton
ments, depots and airdomes.
Other prisoners assert that Emper-
or William hesitated a long time be-
fore starting the offensive this year,
but that General Ludendorff obtain
ed the upper hand by promising to
force a peace by beating the allies
by Easter. The crown prince, with
the military caste in Germany, they
say, succeeded in ejecting Rudolph
Won Volentini from power after he
had predicted a catastrophe for the
German arms.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
ABLE OFFICERS
TO Be N CHARGE
Railroad Administra.
ton Wants Capable
Men.
THE CHANGES AS FOUND
Until Government Representatives
Are. Appointed Present Manage
ment Will Prevail.
THE CHANGES AS FOUND

Washington; May 22.-The rail
road ( administration today began
loking for the most able operating
officer of each of the 200 roads un-
der government control to become
federal director of his line to re-
place the president as chief execu-
tive for operations. AS these officers
are found and persuaded to resign
their official connections with the
railway company, they will be ap-
pointed ands until then the present
management will continue.
A survey today of available men
for these positions indicated that
many presidents would be chosen
for the new positions.
General dismay among railroad
officials over Director General Nc
Adoo's newly announced policy was
apparent in inquiries reaching rail
road administration headquarters
concerning the intent of the orders.
All inquiries were told that the di-
rector general was desirous not to
with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. M.
T. Coleman, while Mr.. Kennedy re-
turned to his post of duty Wednes-
disorganize existing railway manage
ment any more than necessary to
insure higher degree of coopera-
ton between the government man.
agement and the individual railroad.
Practically no executives or employ
ees who contribute to the actual
physical operation of the roads will
lose their jobs.
Thes assurances calmed the rail-
way officers who had feared man
agements were to be torn up and
put together again on a new pat
tern, There was still considerable
speculation, however, concernig the
salaries to be paid the federal direc-
tors.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
Work of Aviators Most
Notable Feature of the
War Situation
AMERICAN AVIATORS BUSY
Germans Have Tremendous Forces
in Striking Distance But Allied
Blows Appear to Have Upset
Plans.

In the past years of the war pc
riod of extraordinary activity by the
aerial squadrons of the contending
armies. in France has been consider
ed as an. indication that events were
rapidly shaping themselves for an
offensive by one side or the other.
At the present moment the most
notable feature Of the war situation
is the remarkable work of airmen in
various sectors where German at
tack is looked for.
Daring Air Raids.
This activity has not been re-
stricted to the actual battle area,
but far back of each front there
have been daring raids. The Rhine
cities are being frequently bombed,
while Paris has agoin been in danger
of a new German attack from the
air.
American aviators have borne a
prominent part in this fighting. In
the Luneville and Toul sectors they
have given a magnificent account
of themselves. ~ ..... -. ~
Hun Plans Upset. .>..
{ The German plans for a resump-
ton of the offensive in France have
been seriously hampered :. by the
sudden blows of the Allies here and
three along the front. The Germans
have been forced back at numerous
points and new lines which may be
more easily defended have been es-
tablished by the Allied nations.
Americans Active.
The Americans on their own Sec
tors have given the enemy no rest.
The artillery has battered the Ger
man lines night and day. Gen.
Pershing's men have won several
hot fights with the foe and have cap
tured prisoners. AS night gas at
tacks were loosed on the. Germans by
Americans near Toul, three waves
of shells drenching wooded position
of shells drenched wooded position.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
AIRCRAFT INQUIRY
TO Be UNHAMPERED
The Red Cross
Campaign Speakers
RED CROSS SPEAKERS AT THE
COLORED CHURCHES SUM-
DAY., MAY 26th.

Mulberry-Dr. G.. A. Neuffer and
Jas. S. Cochran.
Long Cane-Wm. P. Greene and
DR.. C. H. McMurray.
Salem-J. S. Morse and R. l..
Dargan.
Carnpfeld-Dr. J. L. Daniels and
Fred Cason.
Flat Rock-C. D. Brown and H.
L. Allen.
St. Peter-Rev. H. W. Pratt and
W. L. PEBBLES.
Fairfeld-Judge F. B. Gary and
DR.. C. C. Gambrell.
Clear Springs-C. E. Williamson.
Rocky River-Dr. J. S. Moffatt
and DR.. J. A. Anderson.
Mt. Carmel-J. H. Moore and K.
M. Burts.
Glovers Chapel. M. Nickles,
and E. M. Lander.
Mt. Calvary. Moore Mars and
R. H. Kay.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
REGISTER JUNE 5th.

The following registrars will be
at the places named below on June
5th, 1918, to register the young
men who have become 21 years of
age since last June:
J. B. Winn-Donalds, S. C.
M. J. Ashley-Honea Path, S. c.
F. C. Nance-Calhoun Falls, S. C.
T. C. Liddell-Lowndesville, S. C.
A. D. Kennedy-Due West, S. c.
E. R Notwithstanding, S. c.
E. R. Miller-Hodges, S. G. R F D
w. W. Wilson-Level Land, S. c.
Registrants at Abbeville will call
on Local Board at their office.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
MOORE FOR SENATE.

In another column will be found
the announcement of j. Howard
Moore, Esq, as candidate for the
senate from Abbeville County. Mr..
Moore is we'll known attorney of
the Abbeville bar. He has served in
the House of Representatives as a
representative from this county for
number of terms, and the public
is acquainted with his position on
public matters. He will make known
his views further as the campaign
progresses.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
HOME FROM SCHOOL

Miss Ruth McLane held the clos
ing exercises of her school last We'd
nesday night and finished a most
successful year. The exercises were
attended by a large crowd and were
greatly enjoyed.
Miss Ruth has made an excellent
teacher and the trustees expressed
their confidence in her by re-electing
her and offering a substantial in
crease in salary. Miss McLane has
also had a good class of music pu-
pills.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
AN AUTO PARTY.

Mrs. Francis Henry, Mrs. j. c.
Hill, Misses Mamie and Jessie Hill,
DR.. j. E. Pressly and Mr.. Albert
Henry went to Winsboro through
the country Wednesday,. Mrs. Henry
will spend a month with her daugh-
ter, Mrs. J. B. Doty. The other
members of the party returned
home Thursday. DR.. Pressly was the
guest of his parents, Rev. and Mrs.
Neil Pressly, while there.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
HOME FROM CHARLESTON.

Mr.. and Mrs. w. P. Kennedy
came up from Charleston and spent
few days this week with their
home people both in Troy and Alb
beville. Mr.. Kennedy is private
in Captain Tillman's company of
Coast Guard Artillery, now stationed
on Sullivan's Island. The happy
young couple look we'll and their
friends were glad to see them.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
SOLDIERS IN TOWN.

line lot of soldiers detrained
Wednesday and marched
gh the streets to the splendid
of their own band. These
we're from some camp in Ala
and bound for parts unknown.
are many of Abbeville citi-
who were reminded of the ex-
BIT of some fifty-five years ago
the boys in gray stepped in a
manner to the roll of the
and the strains of Dixie.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
NEWS OF MRS. REID.

Mrs. Sam Reid was taken to
Chester for medical attention last
Monday and it is hoped that she is
improving steadily. Mrs. Reid has
onlv lived a short while in this COM
munity, but by her bright and at
tractive manner has endeared her
self to all with whom she has come
in contact.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
BENEFIT RED CROSS.

Seventh Grade will have a
party Friday afternoon at
clock at the home of Miss
eth Thomson, for the benefit
Red Cross. An admission of
It's will be charged, and ice
! will SELL candy during
Fernoon.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
BAPTIST CHURCH SERVICE.

The pastors subject for Sunday
morning will be, "The Happy Chris
tian," and a very important service
will be held, at which he desires all
members to be present.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
Attention! Young Mem! Register!

young who have become tweny-one years of age
since the registration
5h 191s required regiater the last named date
picants registration appear before
Abbeve County the office of j. L. Perrin Clerk
Court, the named Heavy penalties follow failure
to properly register.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
RED CROSS CAMPAIGN NOTES

Four days of the campaign are
over and the town of Abbeville has
only subscribed $4,000. Total for
the county $5,56S.16. Allotment
100000.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24

In Sumter 21 men subscribed
$5OO.OO each, in Abbeville we have
two subscriptions of $4,000 each
and two $500 each.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24

Calhoun Falls reports $750.00 and
still working. The Mills at Able
vile and Calhoun Falls are in a
race to see who can raise the most
per capita.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24

Candidates for U. S. Senate will
begin their campaign tour of the
State on June 1S, and will speak in
Abbeville on August 10.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24

One big farmer in the county
subscribed $1,000 and his neighbor
a colored. man, $500.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
Letters Received.

pom afterward Senator Cham
bin received a letter from At
ey General Gregory inclosing
from MIR. Hughes in which the
r stated that the work he has
rtaken at President Wilson's
est would be embarrassed by
hlel inquiry. Mr.. Hughes out
his idea of how the depart
Is investigation should be car
on, declaring that a statement
esults should be given to the
c regardless of whether basi:
found for either criminal OF
proceedings in the courts.
lis letter for a time seemed tt
ten a new conflict. Member:
lie military committee, however
Ely recognized the force of Mr.
les statement, and it was ten
ely agreed that the sub-com
|e on aviation should continue
etivities to looking ver\the ex
situation and leave all tha'
Eone before to the Department
stice.
demand of Mr.. Hughes for
hand was endorsed in a note
ansmittal by Attorney Genera
bry who, it is reported, hat
ssed the matter with Presiden
n.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1918-05-24
|hamberlain Recedes,
leaving Hughes With
Free Hand.
rUATION is CLEARED UP
|partment of Justice Investigation
|onducted by Charles E. Hughes
to Go on Without Interference
From Senate Committee.

Washington, May 22.AThere will
no controversy in the Senate ov-
the military committee war in
by plans to which President Will
objected, and the Department OF
|tice investigation of aircraft pro-
tion directed by Chas. E. Hughes
proceed without having its path
6sed by Congress.
Developments came quickly today
4 situation which had threatened
open fight on the floor of the
= ate and in which administration
ters saw the possibility of two
3ultauneous inquiries into all
ses of the governments aviation
kram. First, a compromise was
khed under which the resolution
Senator Chamberlain authorizing
stigation of various branches of
activities, including aviation,
passed by the Senate after be-
stripped of language which the
ident had construed as virtually
ltituting the military committee
|mmittee on the conduct of the
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
FOR SHERIFF

The News is authorized to announce J. M. Duke of Missouri township, as a candidate for Sheriff and Collector of Nevada county, subject to the ac- tion of the Democratic primary, May 28, 1918.
 The News is authorized to announce L. c. Steele of Missouri township, as candidate for Sheriff and Collector of Nevada county, subject to the ac- tion of the Democratic primary, May 28, 1918.
 The News is authorized to announce Perry s. Wramack, of Toylar town ship, as candidate for sheriff of Nevada county, subject to the action of the Democratic primary May 28 1918.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
CIRCUMSTANTIAL TESTIMONY

"You ought to have seen MT. Mar shall when he called to see Dolly the other night" remarked Johnny to his sisters young man, who was taking tea with the family. q tell you, he looked fine sittin' alongside of her with his arm"
 "Johnny!" gasped his sister, her face the color of boiled lobster.
 "Well, so he did," insisted Johnny. "He had his arm" "John!" screamed the mother, fran tically.
 "Why!" whined the boy. q as"
 "John," said the father sternly, "leave the room."
 And Johnny left, crying as he went: "I was only going to say that he had his army clothes on"
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
,,vcIE SAM WANTS ACCOUNT
 oN. NTs AT s2,4OO TO $6,OoO YEAR

u.sbington. D. C., Jan. 30.-The ,,;.od States government is in need .ovoral hundred expert cost ac- oanntants to fill vacancies in the ac- counts section of the finance depart sn+ of the equipment division of the signal Corps, War Department, and otbor branches, for duty in Wash ;noton. D. C., or in the field, according e on announcement just issued by the IYn;+ed States Civil Service Commis- s;or The salaries offered range from 2,4oo to $6,ooO year. Men oly are desired.
 The duties of appointees to the Sig nal Corps will consist of the deter mination of production costs of air nlanes and airplane motors, either as supervisors in charge at one or more of the several plants, or as assistants; or appointees may be assigned to duty
 
 in Washington, D. c.
 Applicants will not be assembled for written examination, but will be rated upon the subjects of education and experience, as shown by their ap- plications and corroborative evidence. The commission states that on ac- count of the urgent needs of the ser l vice applications for these positions will be received until further notice and that papers will be rated prompt |ly and certifcations made as the needs of the service require.
 Complete information and applica- l tion blanks may be obtained by com- municating with the secretary of the l local board of sivil service examiners at the post office in any of the larger cities or with the United States Civil Service Commission, Washington, DC.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
FOR CIRCUIT CLERK

The News is authorized to announce Garland N. Starnes of Union town ship as candidate for Circuit Clerk of Nevada county, subject to the ac- tion of the Democratic primary, May 28, 1918.
 The News is authorized to announce E. H. (Ep.) Weaver of Caney town ship, as a candidate for Circuit Clerk of Nevada county, subject to the action of Democratic primary, May 28, 1918.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
RANK INJUSTICE

"Now, my son." said the conscien- tious father, tell me why I punished you"
 "That's it." blubbered the boy indig- nantly. First you pounded the life out of me, an now don't know what you done it for"
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
FOR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

The News is authorized to announce Wilfred Hearn, of Clark County, as a candidate for Prosecuting Attorney of this, the 8th Judicial District, subject to the action of the Democratic pri- mary, May 28, 1918.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
LADIES, BEWARE

Doctor-"This is very sad case, sir; very sad indeed. I much regret to tell you that your wife's mind is gone completely gone."
 Peck-"I'm not one bit surprised. She's been giving me a piece of it every day for the last fifteen years"
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
GETTING HIS NUMBER

"Dicky, dear, your office is in State street, isn't it dear?"
 "Yes, why?"
 'That's what told papa. He made such funny mistake about you yes- terday. He said he had been looking you up in Bradstreet."
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
FOR STATE SENATOR

The News is authorized to announce J. D. Montgomery, of Hampstead
 county, as candidate for Senator from this the 2Oth District, subject to the action of the Democratic primary.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
PAYING UP

Jeweler-What can I-do for you?
 Lad in Khaki (outftted with muf- fer, sweater, wristlets)-Can you make me special price on a half dozen engagement rings Milestones
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
TOMMY'S FAVORITE LYRIC

"We beat them at the Marne, We beat them on the Aisne, We gave them hell at Neuve Chap. ellie, And here we are again."
 War Song.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
,.. PRESCOTT DAILY NEWS Published by
 rhs News Printing Company

..rsd as second class mail mat hn,o November 4th, 1905, at the post ter ~ :. Prescott. Ark, under the act e'''ts of Congress, March g. 1879.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
ANNOUNCEMENT FEES

The following amounts will be charged for political announcements In The Prescott Daily News and The Nevada News:
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
SUBJECT TO DRAFT WHEN
 CITIZENSHIP IS RESTORED

Little Rock, Jan. 30.-It has been ruled that convicts whose citizenship has been restored by pardon are sub- ject to draft.
The Prescott daily news., 1918-01-31
HE WAS VERY STRICT

q left my money at home," said the |lady on the train to the conductor. |'You will have to trust me. I am one |of the directors wives" q am sorry, madam" replied the conductor. q can't do that, even if
 you were the directors only wife" When you are in the city come in bnd let us have that amount due on your subscription.