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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-31

The heaviest vote in the history
of Rock Island township is ca
pected to be cast at the election
tomorrow, the paramount issue be-
ing the local option question.
officers for the township will
also he elected. the three parties
the Democrats, Republicans and
Sociaists-each having g full slate
in the field.
The local option campaign has
been conducted very quietly by
both factions this year. The AS
s0Ciation for a SaloonIess Rock Is
land. with offices in the Safety
building and with Dr. J. n. Goltra
of Chicago as campaign director,
has cOntented itself with mass
meetings held in each of the pre-
cincts Of the city and with the
sending out of literature to the
registered voters. The Municipal
league, the wet faction, held but
one public meeting when c. A.
Windle OF Chicago spoke at the
Spencer Square theatre last Fri
day night. Henry Wheelan, who
has been in charge of all CAM
paigns in the past, is again cam
paign director for the Municipal
league with offices in the Peoples
National bank building.
There are 1900 men ard women
registered in the township, these
figures being compiled after thu
registration on March &c. The law
enforcement committee of the
Chamber Of Commerce has made
the charge that there are a great
many Illegal voters registered in
this township and precautions are
70 be taken against Illegal voting.
Both the wet and dry factions will
have challengers at the polls to-
morrow.
The question on the ballot Is:
Shall this township become anti
saloon territory?" A cross marked
IN the square after Yes" is a vote
to make Rock Island dry. A cross
in the square after NO" is a vote
to keep Rock Island in the wet
To Get Out Vote.
Both the wet and dry factions
have made elaborate arrangements
for the hauling Of voters to the
polls tomorrow, a great number of
automobiles being pledged for ser
vice on both sides.
The election tomorrow viii
make the fifth time the local OPP
ton issue has been voted on in
Rock Island. In all Of the previous
elections the vets won by a safe
margin. In 1908 the vets were &C
corded majority Of 1853; in 1910,
1905 majority. With the women
voting the first time in 1914 the
vets went over the top again with
q majority Of 1856 and in the cleo
ton of 1916 the vets were given q
majority Of 2,03S.
Elect Township Officers.
The township officers TO be elect
ed tomorrow consists Of one super
visor, four assistant supervisors,
an assessor, a town clerk and two
constables. Women can vote upon
all of these Offices with the e1cep-
ton of constable. None Of the
parties concerned IN the township
ticket has made any effort to take
part in the local option issue.
The polls Will be open from a.
N. to D. N. tomorrow.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-31

Second Christian-The Ladies'
Aid society will meet Wednesday
afternoon at the church.
The monthly business and social
session of the Christian Endeavor
society will be held Thursday even
ing at the church.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-31

E1fteentth Avenue tnrlSuan-
Monthly business and social session
monthly business and social session
of the Christian Endeavor society
viii be held this evening in the
home of Howard Hankins, 1924
Thirty-ninth street.
There will be no meeting of the
Ladies' Aid this week.
First Lutheran-The board Of
trustees will meet this evening in
the home Of E. A. Johnson, 931 Fiji
teenth street.
Wednesday afternoon at the
confirmation class will meet at the
annex.
Thursday afternoon at 2:30 the
Ladies' Aid society will meet in the
annex with Mesdames Malmrose
and Mary Swanson IS hostesses.
Thursday evening the Young
Peoples society WILL meet at the
church for the monthly social ees-
sion.
Saturday afternoon at the con-
flrmation class will meet IN the an
mex
Oak Grove United Presbyterian
There Will be no meeting OF tho Boy
Scouts this week. a hike 70 take the
place of the session. The time and
place will be announced later and
all members of troop 2 and their
friends will take part In tbs hike.
The Juniors WILL meet at 4 Tues
day afternoon.
The Woman's Mission and Aid So
ciety will meet Wednesday after
noon with Mrs. William Gtrntz- 217A
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-31

Mr.. W. N. Phillips,
Rock Island, Ill
Dear Sir.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1918-03-31

Evangelical Church of Peace
The Young Peoples society will
meet a week from tonight instead of
this evening.
Thursday afternoon the Ladies'
society will meet in monthly bust
ness session at the church.
Sunday morning English services
will be held at the church. There
will be no evening meetings.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12
Ends Stubborn Coughs
= in q HURRY
For real effectiveness, this old home.
made remedy has NO equal. Eas-
7 lily and chsaply prepared.

You'll never know how quickly . bad
cough can be conquered, until you try
this famous old homemade remedy. Any.
one who has coughed oil day and III
night, will say that the immediate relief
given is almost like magic. It takes
but q. moment to prepare, and really
there is nothing better for coughs.
Into a pint bottle, put ~ unces Of
Pinex; then add, plain g%ranulated
sugar syrup to mske-a full pint. Or
q . syrugg; instead of sugar syrup,
saves about t%w.o.thirds Of the money
and gives yoq-s more positive. effective
pleasant-children Ike it.
You can feel this take hold instantly,
soothing and healing the membranes In
aH,the air ,passages. It promptly loosens
2 dry, tight cough. and soon you will
Qqtice the .phleKm thin out and then
disappear altogether. A days use will
usually break mp an ordinary throat or
chest cold, and 1t il also splendid for
bronchitis, Group, whocpinH cough, and
brcachial asthma.
Pinex 10 = most valuable concentrated
compound OF genuine Norway. pine ex-
tract. known es the most reliable remedy
Tor throat and chest ailments.
To avoid disappointment. ask your
drMRpiss for "2M ounces of Pine1" with
full directions and don't accept anything
else. Guaranteed'to give absolute ntise
2 cti0n or money promptly refunded.
The Pinex Co. TT. Wayne, Ind.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

ton bearing the president may enter
the sheltered roadstead toward 10
o'clock. otherwise the regular pro-
gram will be carried out, the teamer
entering the harbor about noon and
the president landing from her at 3
o'clock in the afternoon. :.
A large delegation Of socialist MEM
bers Of the chamber Of deputies has
arrived to greet President Wilson. but
the principal figures expected, Albert
Thomas and Marcel Senlbat, were un-
able to come. Deputies Goude. Lon
guet. Pressemane and RafHn-Dugens
were among the delegates. They
called a mass meeting tonight which
initiated the friendly demonstrations
toward the president
The cabinet ministers and officials
who are to welcome the president will
arrive here tomorrow.
The Place President Wilson and
the Cours Dajot. along which the
president will pass, r deliberately
hefagged but the decorations were
dripping today fron, a steady down
pour.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12
BREST PUTS ON
HOLIDAY ATTIRE
Continued from Page /.

Continued from Page ~
Associated Press. )--Brest has put or
it's holiday attire and is eagerly await
ing the arrival of President Wilson to-
morrow. The American naval estab-
lishlnent here got into direct wire
less touch this morning with the
presidential feet, which is approach
ing this port and which now is not far
of the coast. The weather which the
fleet y experiencing is favorable to its
quick progress.
If the weather early tomorrow Is
rough, the steamer George Washing
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12
Norwegian Legation
Has Left Petrograd

Christiania. Dec. 1.-THE Norwegian
legation has left Petrograd, according
to the Aftenposten. The newspaper re-
ports also that Denmark, the last of
the neutral countries to continue rela-
tions with the Bolshevik government,
is about to sever them.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Wood for Sale-Poplar, Jackpine
tamarack and ash. delivered in core
lots. Phone 267. The Red River Val
ley Brick Corp.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12
Radcli6 Returns

RadcliR Returns-s. J. Radcljff of
Larimore. who has spent the past day
IN the city on business, left last eve
ming for his home.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

osnabrock Banker in City-H. A.
Helgcson, a banker Of Osnabrock, was
a city visitor yesterday.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

b Diet. during and after iniuen-
"a. Horlick's Matted Milk. nourish-
ing, digestible.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Was in Twin Citiee-Henry Holt,
500 Walnut street, who left for Mime
apolis and st. Paul early in the week,
returned this morning.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12
Tucker Child nl-Rob Tucker of
2o6 international avenue is reported
TO be severely Ill Of pneumonia.

2o6 international avenue is reported
to be severely Ill Of pneumonia.
b Diet during and after infiuen-
"a. Horlick's Matted Milk, nourish-
Ing, digestible.-Adv.
$50
Osnabrock Banker in City-H. A.
Helgeson, a banker of Osnabrock, was
a city visitor yesterday.
Radclif Returns-s. j. Radcljff of
Larimore. who has spent the past day
In the city on business, left last eve
ming for his home.
Home Guards Dance has been post
poned to Friday. Dec. goth. 8. A. TIC
boys have the hall for Friday, Dec.
13th.-Adv.
Thompson Visitor-Elbert stene OF
Thompson was a visitor in the city
yesterday.
Dance-Regular Saturday night
dance as usual in K. P. hall, 1876
South Third street. Hours, $3.50 tc
Improving After Operation-Mrs
F. H. Scott, who recently underwent
an operation at a local hospital, is re.
ported to be improving.
Auto Owncrs-Gooo winter storage
for your auto: rates reasonable. Cam.
eron Tractor Company, II south
Has Tonsilits-J. L. Williams, loca
manager of the Burroughs Adding Ma.
chine Co., is confined to his home with
a severe case Of tonsilitis.
Langdon Visitors-E. H. Padder
and A.. L. Hamilton Of Langdon ar
rived in the city yesterday to attent
to business affairs for a few days. =
Tractor Owners-Good winter stor.
age for your tractors, rates reason.
able. Cameron Tractor Company, II
south 9Th st.-Adv.
st. Paul Visitor Hcre-c. E. sDarym,
pie of st. Paul has been visiting in tn,
city for a few days and expects tt
leave tonight. for the west.
Again a OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES O.
the Peace Phil Mclaughlin received
a telegram late this afternoon telling
him Of the arrival Of a new bab.
daughter at the home of his daughter
Mrs. c. ]. Knoll Of st. Paul.
Thrills Galore.-Peggy Hyland i,
Marriages are Made" is called on t,
perform a series of stunts that ar
sensational enough to make a lon,
and successful serial. 1t will be see1
at the Met Friday and Saturday.-Ady
Leaves Hospital Today-Naom
Dunn expects to leave today the hos
pital where she has beer because o
two weeks illness; a. soon as she |
able she will esum her studies at
local commercial college of which sh
is a student.
For Sale-Ben Davis apples, pc
bushel basket 81; N. Y. Baldwins, pc
bushel basket. $1.5U; N. Y. Greetings
per bushel basket, So; potatoes, pc
100 pounds, $1.40; onions, per 10
pounds, $1.50: navy beans. per pound
10 cents. o. j. Barnes Go.-Adv.
Norman Incorporates-The lates
incorporation in the city is that of NJ
Norman and Sons Of this city. TIL
firm consisting formerly Of NJ. Nor
man now includes the four sons, Pau
Lee. Kenneth and Lawrence, and
capitalized at $4,000.
Gard Of Thanks-We wish to es
tend our thanks to our Gilby an
Grand Forks friends for their kind
ness mi sympathy and beautif,
floral gifts rendered US i u bereave
ment in the death Of our husband. so
and brother. Mrs. Clarence Reito,
Mr.. and Mrs. j. P. Reiton and famil,
ADV.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Misunderstanding night dance
will be given in the K. P. hall, No. 1876
South Third street, from 8 to 12.p. M.
ADV
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Wood for Salc-Asn ana mixed
wood. delivered. The Nash Farm. n.
W. 397.-Adv. y
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12
MONEY

paper 6; sterling demand 4.757O;
cables 4.7645; francs demand 545 SIS:
cables 545 1-16: guilders demand AZ
5-16; cables AZ 9-16. Lire demand
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Dance-Regular Saturday night
dance as usual in K. P. hall, 1875
South Third street. Hours, $3.50 to
12.--Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Home Guards Dance has been post
poned to Friday. Dec. Goth. 8. A. T. C.
boys ave the hall for Friday, Dec.
13th.-Ady,
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Thompson visitor-Elbert stene OF
Thompson was a visitor in the city
yesterday.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Edmore Man in City-H. J.. Nyhus,
Of the Edmore bank, transacted bust
ness in the city today.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

) Baby Son Born-Dr. and Mrs. j.. G..
C%ouvrette of Fargo, formerly of Grand
FORKS, are the parents Of a baby boy
who arrived Monday. according to
word received in Grand Forks.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

returned this morning.
Attention-Saturday night dance
will be given in the K. P. hall, No. 1876
South Third street, from 8 to 12'p. M.
ADV.
Baby Son Born-Dr. and Mrs. J.. G.
,Couvrette of Fargo, formerly of Grand
Forks, are the parents Of a baby boy
who arrived Monday. according to
word received in Grand Forks.
Home Guard Dance has been post
sponed to Friday, December 20. S. A.
T.. c. boys have the hall for Friday,
y December 13.-Adv.
~. Has Rocoyerod-Hillary corriean,
n formerly of this city, has just recov-
cred from an attack of influenza at his
home in Fargo, according to a mes
sage received here today.
Lifc 1nsurance-Uneasy lies the
Hatcher. Agent. The Great West Life
assurance Co.. Room 80. Clifford
aBlock.-Adv.
Lieut.. H. G. Markley will deliver an
address on "a Message From Over
There" on Thursday evening at 8
tp. m. at the auditorium. Don fail
W AASdl 4lAIIl.-<Aut.
John Hogan Ill-John Hogan, for
merly Of Grand Forks and at time
with The Herald advertising depart
ment, has been i'll at his HON in Far
go several days with influenza.
For Xmas Gifts see our display of
fancy work, stamped linens, bath
towels. Ten per cent off on ali Geor-
,.gette waists n lingerie. The Special
ty Shop, 311 S. Bird St.-Adv.
% The Home Guards have turned over
the hall to the S, A. T. c. mel at the
university, who will give an invitation
dance on Friday night.-Adv.
s' Alumni Meet-A meeting of the di.
rectors Of the Alumni association of
the University of North Dakota, was
held this afternoon at 9 O'Clock. Reg
aular business was attended to and ar
rangelments were made for the recep-
ton of Vilhjalmur ~Steffahsson, the
Arctic explorer, who will appear in
Grand Forks during the winter. Mr.
Steffansson was formerly a student al
the University Of North Dakota.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Improving After Operation-Mrs.
F. H. Scott, who recently underwent
an operation at a local hospital, is re-
ported to be improving.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Home Guard Dance has been post
sponed to Friday, December 20. S. A.
T.. c. boys have the hall for Friday.
December 13.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Has Tonsilius-J. L.. Williams, local
manager of the Burroughs Adding Ma
chine Co., is confined to his home with
a severe cas- of tonsilitis.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Gard Of Thanks-We wish to ex-
tend our thanks to u Gilby and
Grand Forks friends for their kind
ness n sympathy and beautiful
floral gifts rendered us in our bereave-
ment in the death of our husband, son
and brother. Mrs. Clarence Reiton,
Mr.. and Mrs. j. P. Reiton and family.
ADV.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Auto Owncrs-GooG winter storage
Tor your auto: rates reasonable. Cam.
eron Tractor Company, II south
5th st.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

ADVERTISEMENT
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Entertain. Governor-Dr. and Mira.
]. M. Gillette Of University avenue en-
tertained Governor Frazier at lunch
con this noon, covers were laid for
four
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Langdon Visitors-E. H. Padden
and A. L. Hamilton Of Langdon ar
rived in the city yesterday to attend
to business affairs for a few days. -
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Ely Funeral-The funeral for the
late F. L. Ely, who died recently from
an attack Of pneumonia. will! be held
from the Ashley undertaking parlors
Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock.
Rev. T. H. Gallagher will oflciate.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

General Guild Meets-The general
guild OF the Plymouth church will
meet this afternoon after 2 O'Clock.
Hostesses will be Mrs. c.. W. Warner,
Mrs. s. Cook and Mr.. samuels.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

. Has MISUNDERSTANDING Corrigaa,
z formerly of this city, has just recov-
cred from an attack Of influenza at his
home in Fargo, according to a mes
sage received here today.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

The Home Guards have turned over
the hail to the S, A. T. c. men at the
university, who will give an invitation
dance on Friday night.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Here From Duluth. J. McGovern,
formerly connected with the New
York Life Insurance Co.. In this city,
Is here on a short business trip. He
will return shortly to his. home in Dur
1,,kI, -..n..H ... ... -
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Arrived in France-M. Fitzgerald
received word yesterday that his son
Lawrence had arrived safely in France
after a years service. in England.
Lawrence Fitzgerald was a member Of
the old machine gun company Of this
city and left with that company a year
ago for foreign service. While on the
boat he. ~accidently received a wound
and for some time was confined iV a
hospital in England on account Of
blood poisoning. According to the let
ter received Mr.. Fitzgerald intends to
remain in France for some time and
is very enthusiastic over the work that
has been assigned to his company.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Lifc Inslrance-Uneasy lies the
head Of the u~nderinsured. J.. S.
Hatcher. Agent. The Great West Life
i Assurance Co., Room 80. Clifford
q Rlnck-Adv
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

St. Paul Visitor Hcre-C. E. $Darym-
pie of st. Paul has been visiting in the
city for a few days and expects to
leave tonight. for the west.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Holland is Wounded-The local war
department has been informed that T.
N. Loiland, son of U. j. Loiland, has
been wounded in the right leg and
shoulder. Holland registered from Nc
Lain county. He was wounded in Oc-
tOber, the repOrt states,
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Lieut.. H. G. Markley will deliver an
I address on "a Message From over
There" On Thursday evening at 8
Ito hear him.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Tractor Owners-Good winter stor-
age for your tractors. rates reason
able: Cameron Tractor Company. II
south 9Th st.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

John Hogan Ill-John Hogan, for
merly of Grand Forks and at one time
with The Herald advertising depart
ment, has been i'll at his home in Far
go several days with influenza.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

For Xmas Gifts see our display Of
fancy work, stamped linens. bath
towels. Ten per cen off on all Geor-
= gette waists and lingerie. The Special
ty Shop, 311 s. Bird St.-Adv.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1918-12-12

Marriages are Made"-Here is the
ing epitome on ali that Uncle Sam
means to the despicable secret agents
of Mr.. Hohenzollern who infest this
land of Liberty. See Peggy Hyland in
Marriages r Made at the Met
A11,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-01-03
NEGROES OWN 100000
ACRES OF LAND IN u. s.
Equal to Combined Territory OF n. H.
W.. Mass. ana n. 1.

Equal to Combined Territory OF n. H.
VT. Mass. ana n. I.
New York. Dec. N.-Negroes in the
United States own approximately %, 600, 900
acres Of land. or an area equalling the
combined territory of New Hampshire,
Vermont, Massachusetts, and Rhode
Island. as well as other property valued
at $1,000 100000 according to Moorneld
Storey. president Of the National Asso-
citation for the Advancement Of the Col
ored People. who addressed a conference
of the association here tonight. The
war has given the negro opportunities to
night for his country. Mr.. Storey con-
tinued. and the conduct of the black
man on the battlefield will prove Of great
benefit to the race.
THE country needs all her men, high.
est, humblest, weakest, ALL and of all
races and COLOR" the speaker declared
There are some who thought that black
and white should serve indiscriminately
In the same companies. but I have never
shared that view. The man who is fight
ing wishes to be sure that the men at his
side and behind him are his true comrades
and believe in him without reserve
In referring to mob outrages of the year
in Waco. near Memphis. East st. Louis
and Ryersburg. Mr.. Storey said "This
country OF ours must rank among the un.
civilized nations Of the world" until such
time as lynching is recognized as a crime
not only against tho victim but against
the State.
Other speakers urged that the associa
ton pursue its purpose Of lettering the
social status Of the negro. despite war
conditions.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1918-01-03
DOUBLE SURPRISE.
Couples Lured to Joint We'd
ding Anniversary Celebration.

Worthwhile Couples Lured to Joint We'd
ding Anniversary Celebration.
Morrisville, Jan. 1.-The farm home of
Mr.. and Mrs. A. J. Brookes Of the Ell
more Mountain Road was the scene of
pleasant gathering this evening. the
event being double wedding anniversary
of two couples Of the district. Mr.. and
Mrs. Brookes and Mr.. and Mrs. H. l..
Delano. About 60 were present, and there
we're games, music and refreshments.
The feature Of the evening was u double
mock wedding, with the couples, and
some Of the guests participating. The
date Of the marriage Of the first couple
fell on January and the second OH Dec
ember 81. The nature of the gathering
was a surprise to each, Mr.. and Mrs.
DelanO going to the Brookes home os-
tensibly to attend the annual meeting OF
the Uplift club, while Mr.. and Mrs.
Brookes supposed they had opened their
home to give the Delanos a surprise.
Frederick L. Delano and Carrie Mower
were married % years ago at Worcester
Mass. They have three sons. Louis and
Howard, who are in service. in France
and Nat, at home. Alexis j. Brookes and
Mary Hill were married 81 years ago in
Morristown by the late Elder Hail. They
have four children. Mrs. ]. L. Eaton OF
Morrisville. Mrs. II. E. Sweet of VOL.
colt. Gordon A. Brookes. recently en-.
listed In the coast artillery. and Miss
Marion Brooks, who lives at home.