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The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1918-08-08
CHAPTER vI--contInued.

s.
The lieutenant came back with thu
Btretcher bearers and he asked one OF
them, so the boy could not hear him, II
ahe boy would i've.
The stretcher bearer said: "I don't
think SO. One through his chest and
right leg broken"
The boy had kept quiet for a while
but all of a sudden he yelled. "Giye me
a cigarette" / handed him a ciga.
rette butt that I had found in the dug
out. We were all out Of cigarettes
J SO they lit 1t for him ard he kept
quiet. AS soon as they could they got
around the corner Of the fire bay with
him and through a communication
trench to q field hospital. The lieu
tenant and I walked a little way with
him and he began to thank US, and he
told the lieutenant, -0id fnsh. you
have been q father and a mother to
me-"
And the lieutenant said to him
ssYou have done well, old boy. You
have done than your share"
When they started into the commu
nication trench the boy began te
scream again. And the lieutenant
acted like q Wild man. He took our
his cigarette case, but there were M
cigarettes In Il. and then he swore ant
put 1t back again. But In a few min
utes he had the case out again ant
was swearing worse than ever ant
talking to himself.
"The boy isn't dying like a gentle
man. he said. "why couldn't he keel
quiet" I do not think he meant II
He was all nervous and excited an,
kept taking out his cigarette case ant
putting II back again.
Inc other officer had gone on TO In
spect the sentries when the boy role,
into the trench and a poilu came NJ
to tell us that the officer had been hit
We walked back to where I had beef
and there was the officer. If I ha,
been there I would have got 1t too
4 guess, He was an awful mess. TIL,
veins were sticking put of his necI
and d side Of him was blown of
Also, his foot was wounded. That d
what shrapneI does to you. Az
crawled past him l happened to toucl
his foot and he cursed me all over tn,
place. But when 1 tried to say / wal
sorry ! could not. for then he apollo
Gized and died q moment later.
There III a silver cigarette cas-,
sticking out Of the rags where hi.
side had been blown away and tn,
~liantanant esnssad himsAif and raacaes
IN and took out the case. But wher
he pried open the case he found thai
It had been bent and cracked and al
the cigarettes were soaked with blood
He swore worse than ever. then, and
threw his WI case away, putting the
other of1cer's case In his pocket.
At this point our own artillery be
gan sheiling and we received the order
To stand 10 with 1xed bayonetz Eher
we got the order to advance some q
the men were already over the para,
pet and the whole bunch after them
and, believe me- I was as pale as q
sheet, just scared to death. l think
every man II when he goes over FOL
the first time-every time for that
matter. But I was glad we were golna
20 get some action. because II ia hard
20 cit around In q trench under firg
and have nothing to do. l had all
could do to hold my rifle.
We ran across No Mans Land.
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1918-08-08
DEPEW GOES A0vER THE TOP" AND GETS HIS FIRST
GERMAN IN BAY0NET FIGHT.

synopsis-Albert N. Depew, author of the story, tells of his service
In the United States navy, during which he attained the rank Of chief
petty officer, frstclass gunner. The world war starts soon after he
receives his honorable discharge from the navy, and he leaves for
France with a determination to enlist. He joins the Foreign Legion and
Is assigned to the dreadnaught Cassard. where his craftsmanship wins
him high honors. Later he is transferred o the land forces and sent to
the Flanders front He gets his first experience in a front line trench at
Dixmude. Legionares VOW vengeance when Germans hide behind Bel
gian women ond children.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
SHR|NERS TOOK CITY
BY STORM; ENJOYED fine
LUNCH At ELKS HOME

Lakeland was the center of attrac-
zion for Shriners from "all over"
who stopped over in the city for
Yunch this forenoon while taking a
pilgrimage to Barlow, where this af-
ternoon they are livening things up
as they were never livened before in
the city to the south. The Shriners
h;t town with the bells on, and left
in the same way--only feeling better
after partaking of the elegant lunch
OF sandwiches, salad and coffee served
at the Elks' Home by local Shriners
The Elks' Home was thrown open
to the visitors-many Of whom were
accompanied by their ladies', and they
were all charmed and delighted with
the appoinemtnts of the splendid
building, and with the hospitality dis
pensed by the local Elks and Shrin-
ers.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

growers risked their last dollar on
this years crop, from patriotic and
business reasons. II they lose what
they have raised some of them will, to
use a term expressed by one of the
speakers, go broke" :,
The south Florida delegation, which
expects to reach Washington by next,
Wednesday, will have facts to pre-
sent to the president showing what
amount of food is on hand in this
state and liable to go to waste if not
used by the government, and at
tempts will be made to devise plan
by which the food administration will
act at once and take charge of this
surplus food supply.
It is also intended to arrange, while
IN Washington. so that the Florida
growers may have some definite idea
as to what acreage should be planted
in the various commodities next sea.
son, and If this information can be
obtained they will govern themselves
accordingly.
In the delegation will be Mr.. Baker,
Herman B. Walker and at least a
half dozen others who have made a
special study Of the food supply prop
osition as related to the Florida grow
ers' activities.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
WASTE OF CROPS
TO BE REPORTED TO GOVT

Lake Worth, May 15.-With hun.
dreds of acres in several counties OF
south Florida bearing excessive crops
of potatoes, onions and other food,
now in danger of being wasted on &C.
count of no market demand
And with need of food for the
army and navy and for our allies con.
stantly emphasized by the food ad.
ministration of the United States gov.
eminent
A large representative delegation
from counties along the east coast
will assemble at the Seminole hotel
in Jacksonville next Monday morning,
and after organizing, proceed to
Washington for the purpose of inter.
viewing President Wilson and Mr.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
Her Eighth Birthday

Yesterday afternoon Mrs. w. F.
Johnson entertained at a delightful
party in honor of the eighth birthday
anniversary of her winsome little
daughter, Mary Louise. Many dainty
and useful remembrances of the oc-
'caslon were presented to the fair lit
tie honoree. Various games were par
Itlclpated in, one of the merriest and
most diverting being soap bubble
contest under the shade of the trees.
Alter this all repaired to the living
room where other games creating
much fun and amusement were
played. Little James Key elected
much applause by telling very charm
ingly a story he had heard at kinder
garten. Others did their part in the
games with equal credit. Then fol-
lowed the refreshments consisting OF
delicious strawberry ice cream and
DEVILS food cake. The special birth
day cake was of angel food surmount-
ed by eight candles, which the little
honoree proceeded to light midst
tense watching by the happy children
No feature of the marty was so exit.
ing as the cutting of the cake, for a
dime was concealed in it, which fell
to Robert Ivey.
All too soon the afternoon waned
and the little guests babe Mary Louise
goodbye, wishing her many happy re,
turns of the day Those enjoying this
delightful occasion were Margaret
Stevens, Margaret Parrish Ruth
Grace and Hazel Mcdonald, Frank
and Sam Mitchell, Mary Watson, Max
inc irwin, Elizabeth Love Frances
and Elizabeth Bort 'ack Darra'
colt, Miriam Borinf Ion Waring
Elizabeth Ellis, Berl need, Emily
and Martha Dickcn.Jn Dorothy
Strain, Sara and Robert Ivey Mar!
Dickson, James and Albert Key AM
Wilbur Johnson, Jr.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

Hoover in order to ascertain what is
wrong with the situation.
This was the definite arrangement
made in Lake Worth yesterday by
the East Coast Chamber of Com.
merce after more than an hour of dis.
cussion as to the best and most effec.
tive method to pursue.
The task of assembling the delega.
ton was placed upon Frank Baker OF
Miami former president of the associ.
alton, who reluctantly accepted 1t
upon the insistence of all the dele.
gates present
All Points to Aid Committee
1t was assured from the floor, that
Miami, Palm Beach, Stuart, Fort
Pierce, Lake Worth, Hastings, Bun.
nell, Delray and other places will
either provide member of the dele.
cation from each place or furnish the
funds to pay the expenses of a dele.
gate.
Clearing away all the smoke of bat.
tie after considerable oratory had
been expended, it was seen the pur.
pose OF the delegation is very sim.
pie one.
The national food administration
has urged growers to grow things II
eat, Florida has complied and gon,
over the top, The crop is now ready
and complaints are made that there is
no market or demand. From reports
on the floor of the convention yester
day 1t was made plain that man,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
flkS ARRANGING
PROGRAM FOR FLAG
DAY EXERCISES: HON.
PERRY WALL IS TO
Be SPEAKER

Flag Day, always an occasion for
patriotic expression by the Order OF
Elks, will be observed this year with
even more than the usual interest
preparations by Lakeland Lodge, No.
1921, for the celebration of the occa-
sion on Sunday, June 18th, being al
ready well under way.
The Lodge has been fortunate in Sc
curing for the speaker of the day
Hon. Perry Wall, one of the most elo.
4uent and interesting speakers IN
Florida, Mr.. Wallis address on this
occasion will undoubtedly be an in
spring one, and will strengthen the
patriotic fervor of all who hear it.
A departure from the conventional
arrangements will be made, and GER
tain parts of the program heretofore
carried out by members of the Lodge
VIII be delegated to the ladies and
the children, it being considered that
these features can be thus made more
interesting and attractive. The "Elks
Tribute to the Flag" will be delivered
by Mrs. j. B. Hannah, and little
Misses Ruth Bryan and Louise Rod
rick will read the History of the
Flag and give patriotic recitation.
The musical part of the program will
&c in charge of Mrs. O. M. Eaton
The full program will appear in
this paper as soon as it shall have
been perfected.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

Luke Floods many friends were
e'ad to see him able to walk up town
'his morning, looking about as well
as ever. He has been riding out in
car for several days past, and de.
clares it certainly is fine to be well
again Luke had an experience tina;
lew persons go through with and live
having lain unconscious for
month, and his wide circle Of friends
rejoice that his life was spared, con.
sldering his recovery a mjrac,,
wrought by Providence
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
In Society
u MISS Nilhelmina Hooks Welded
10 Mr., BENJAMIN Lowell Wilson

AVNSu VuSOn
Last monday afternoon, May 18th
~ savannah, Ca, Miss Wilhelmius
-looAs' one OF Lakeland's lovely young
women was married to Mr. BENJAMIN
no"e'i wilson, of the United States
Marines. ~
rne marriage was the happy cul.
ihlhation OF a romance extending Owe,
a considerable period, the young peo
iie having been acquainted several
years and mutual regard ripening in.
70 the determination to unite their
NE destlnies. Mr., Wilson is stationed
a' Parls Island, S. c., and the bride
'o-oe met him at Savannah, accom-.
p'hieu by her sister, Mrs. j. 5 Han
man, OF this place, and the wedding
ceremony took place in that CITY,
MRS, Wilson will for the present he
At beaufort S. c. the nearest point
Dto her husbands station, remaining
lhere' probably, until he departs for
active service After that, she will,
iV'sit her family here, and probably
VIII resume teaching at Gainesville
Where she has taught in the city
schools for several terms.
Inc bride is one of the most popu-
i'' ana most winsome of Lakeland's
young ladies, and her host of friends
VIII rejoice in her happiness and wish
for her the choicest blessings of we'd
ded life. Her gallant husband is. in
deed, to be congratulated on winning
this pearl among women. He is a
member of prominent family of Cor
1ele, va, and it is the hope of all
that when he is through fighting his
country's battles he may return I'm
harmed to enjoy the delights of peace
with his lovely life companion.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

A card was received by Mrs. Thos.
Hatcher and one also came to the
Evening Telegram this morning from
Mr.. Hatcher announcing that he had
arrived safely overseas. Mr.. Hatcher
enlisted some months ago and was
first stationed at Savannah and later
at Camp Johnston, going from there to
France. His many friends will be
pleased to know that he reached the
other side safely, and all trust he will
return to the old u s. A. in the same
way,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
Plans Formulated
For Big Red Cross
Parade Monday

Plans were gotten we'll underway
last night for the big Red Cross pa
rade to be held next Monday night at
1880 o'clock, when representatives
from the churches of the city met
with Dr. W. S. Irwin, chairman of
the Parade committee, and discussed
all matters pertaining to the lorna
ton and arrangement Of the pageant.
AS far as possible, the parade is to
be composed of marching bodies, but,
OF course, decorated automobiles will
be admitted, these to be decorated in
a way to emphasize the work of the
Red Cross. Those who can are plan
ming to wire their cars for lights, and
some very pretty effects will no doubt
thus be obtained,
The parade will be composed Of
members of the churches and Sunday
schools of the city, members of the
Red Cross Chapter, the Home Guards
and the band. Just following the pa
rade, there will be flag raising at
the Red Cross headquarters at the
Elks' Home, where the Red Cross flag,
topped by the Stars and Stripes, will
be unfurled. A patriotic mass meeting
in the Auditorium, at which time Red
Cross workers will speak will com
plete the evening, and make of it AN
occasion long to be remembered
Another meeting of the church rep
resentatives will be held at 6d5 Fri
day evening at the Elks' Home.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
REV. SWEAT NOW CITY
REPORTER OF ARCADIA NEWS

1t is with pleasure that the an
nouncement is made that the Rev. D
B, Sweat, formerly of Wauchula, be-
comes local reporter for this paper.
Mr.. Sweat has been for many years
the popular pastor of the Methodist
church Of that city, having resigned
because it was necessary that he
should do much out of doors work on
account Of his health. In addition to
his work as preacher of the gospel
Mr.. Sweat has had wide experience
as a newspaper man, having filled
practically every position in connec-
ton with the work, including business
manager and editor.
Mr. Sweat with his family has
moved to his home on Hickory street,
and the citizens Of Arcadia will be
delighted to learn Of his return; and
also to learn that he will be here in
a capacity that will permit him to
come in such vital contact with the
civic and social development OF the
city.
Mr.. Sweat and his family are we'll
known here where he resided for
many years, and the News feels that
il could not do more popular and
helpful thing than to have such an
elegant, refined, Christian gentleman
in charge of this very necessary ad-
junct Of daily aper-Arcadia News
Rev. Sweat is a former Lakeland resi-
Houp
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Hoffman left YES
tefday on protracted tour, in the
course OF which they will visit num-
Der OF cities and States in the North
and West. They will go first to
washington, D. c., and later will WIS.,
1t Mr.. and Mrs. o. s. vanHuss at
Akron, Ohio. The trip is taken in the
hope that it may improve their health,
neither Mr.. or Mrs. Hoffman having
been entirely we'll for some time.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

1eV' Wallace Wear wires that he
IS SICK IN bed in Alabama from an
attack of potamaine poisoning. hut
'ia' II he improved sufficiently he
would start home, planning to reach
mere tomorrow afternoon. His host
VI irlends trust his illness will NOT
prove in any way serious.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

The Fire Department was called out
b. North street at $3.50 this morning,
where a two-story house, occupied by
he family Of Mr.. Bloodworth, was
hire. No one lived on the first floor,
|he family occupying the floor above.
the house was practically a total
|ms. The origin of the fire is un-
Known, as the family state the house
MAS in flames when they awoke.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

Mr. w. D. Edwards was called to-
Eav to the bedside of his brother in
omaha, Nebraska, and left on the
boon train, being accompanied as far
Is Athens, Ca, by Mrs. Edwards, who
! viii visit relatives there during his
ktay in Nebraska.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

The many friends of Mr.. Thomas
Bryant will be interested to learn that
be has been transferred from Atlanta
p port Of embarkation and will
probably be enroute overseas at an
party date. Thomas is a member of
|he law firm of Whitney, Spencer &
Bryant and is one of Lakeland's finest
(oung men, whom all trust will re-
urn safely to his family and friends.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

Mr. and Mrs. G. II. Autro,
Murine, ,,arned last night to their home on
worth Massachusetts avenue after ~,
several months stay on the NJ,
coast in Broward county, where they
were engaged in truck farming Thoy
report splendid crops through tha,
section. lid |
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

Mrs. Frank G. Carpenter and three
daughters have returned
h their home in Cleveland, Ohio, after
several weeks visit to Mr.. and Mrs
Zen. F Blue and Mrs. Carpenter.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

ur J. H. Tacker's many friends
.,s nleased to know that he is gain
IT, strength, and although he has not
Aspu able to get down town yet, he is
|.6e to be up and about his home.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

Misses Daisy Williams and Portia
paterson will be hostesses to the M.
n rlub Friday afternoon at o'clock
|, be home of Miss Williams, on East
Oak St.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
LETTERS HELD IN POST OFFICE
At Lakeland, Fla, and advertised for
the Week Ending, May 9, 1918,
Parties calling for same will please
say advertised and give the date.
Mems List

Parties calling for same will please
say advertised and give the date.
Mems List
John r. Burrows, A. @. Brown, w.
w. Conner, Fred Freeman, Walter
Conyer, Frank Dowkins, Master Floid
Ellis, Golden Fasen, e. H. Garland,
DR.. Larwin Goodnough E. D. Haines,
t2), S. B. Harris, w. Jones, Jdr., f.
W, Kimbrough, H. d. Kinney, Sam
Laramore, Elmer Lloyd, Rev. P. A.
Moore, Walter McWharter, Capt. B.
b. Punnor, Taylor Pauls, Emerson
Powell, w, l.. Rougers, Jennie Smith,
S. N. Sykes, Ed. Wolf, R. C, Wilson,
A. Dyces Wilson, r. d. 90 ,Wainburg,
Joe Mccullough
Women's List
Ida Alexander, Emma Amy, Mrs.
Effie Bronson, Mrs. A. Milton Baker,
Amilia Bryant, Mrs. Alice M. Coles,
Mrs. Pire Demmon, Mrs Susie Fen.
nells, Miss Helen Myman, Mrs. Ce-
celia Harvey, Miss Hattie Johns, Mrs.
Rosie Jackson, Mrs. Catherine Jones,
Mrs, H. Allen Jones, Estela Keefe,
Louise Langford, Mrs. Hernia Mortis,
Mrs, Moore. Mrs. Lenor Moore, Mrs.
Genevieve Martin, Mrs. Mile Mac.
Night Mrs. Hattie O'Neal, Tenny
Page, Miss Willahbells Parkers, Mrs.
Mamie Smith, Mrs. Hattie White,
Miss Alice May Walker Mrs. Jocjene
Wilson, Mrs. Gertrude Washington.
r. D. CRESAP, P. NJ.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
Farmers Club
To Meet Saturday

The Farmers Club will meet Satur.
day at the home of Mr.. J. H. Reasley
OH Lake Hollingsworth. Two canning
experts from Washington will be
present and all members are urged
not to miss this important meeting
All visitors welcomed Bring your
basket.
J. C. SWINDEL, President,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

NJ Curtis Peterson is down on a
,,,t Through the guest Of his par,
~. Mr.. and Mrs. N. F. Peterson,
~ is being most cordially welcomed.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
Mizpah Circle

The Mizpah Circle met Wednesday
afternoon with Mrs. Cone on South
New York with twelve present. p
very interesting program was enjoyed
by all. A pleasant surprise came in
the presentation of handsome quill.
for our" boy at the Orphanage This
ouilt was given by Mrs. Crawford, a
winter visitor, and is being sent TO
Arcadia today. REFoh
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

so MRS, C. g, L. LII. Lee and two bright young
suns are down on a visit to the for'
, wsa mother Mrs. c. W. St. John
MRS Lee is pleasantly remerhsr u,,
mere as Miss Viola St. John, 81
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

r,o Smith Grocery is moving today
:. the store room in the Eaton
wv ',dine formerly occupied by the Red
.. CHAPTER as their work rooms.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

NIB, Mr, Bolton Lanier, one of the va1ned
a az. , Of the First National Bank
spend his vacation. '''e 10
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

y, =. O. Flood has purchased a
c,,o 8 touring car for the pleasure
his family, which they are deriv-
~ mich enjoyment from.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
Closing Out Sale

I have a few nifty suits for little
boys left which am closing out at
bio reduction along with
STAMPED sofa-pilIow Covers, L.
hrsrv Table scarfts and other art
,oods. Only few more days re-
manning.
AeT NEEDLE WORK PARloRs
Mrs. G. l. Allison
ans c Ten. Ave. Phone 176 Green
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
Lakeland Laconics

Sam Tidwell continues to i'm
- from her recent operation,
plu'H her friends will be pleased to
learn,
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16

The Home Guard will turn out II
full force for the Red Cross parade
next Monday evening.
The Lakeland evening telegram. (Lakeland, Fla.) 1911-1922, 1918-05-16
Announcement!
The Puritan Bakery
of Lakeland

HERETOFORE CONDUCTED BY MEssRs. COOPER & SOLOMON
WILL ON AND AFTER THURSDAY 18TH BE OPERATED az
EDGAR W. RuGG (LATE OF LOS ANGELEs WHO HAS Ac.
CURED THE SAME BY PURCHASE THE NEW MANAGER so
LIGHTS CONTINUANCE OF THE BUSINESS ACCORDED THE
PURITAN BAKERY IN THE AND TO ASSURE TO OLD AND
NEW CUSTOMERS THAT NO EFFORT OR CAPITAL WILL BE
LACKING TO MAINTAIN A HIGH STANDARD PRODUCT AND
GIVE TO ALL RESIDENTS LAKELAND AND VICINITY EFFl
GENT AND COURTEOUS SERVICE
The Lee County journal. (Leesburg, Ga.) 1904-19??, 1918-07-05
SENATOR 7|LLMAN
PASSED To BEYOND
EARLY THIS MORN
DISTINGUISHED SOUTH CAROLINA
STATESMAN DIED FOLLOWING
PAKALYTIC STROKE - FAMILY
AT BEDSIDE.

WASHINGTON, d. c., July g.
Senator Benjamin r. rillman, of
South Carolina, died at 1920 o'clock
this morning at hospital here. The
senator had been i'll for several days
as the. result Of a paraytic attack, and
hope of his recovery had been aban-
doned since Sunday. All of the mem
bers of his family were with the dis
tinguished sufferer when the end
came.
The death of the senior senator from
South Carolina, marks the passing of
one Of the most unique and interest
ins members who ever sat in the up
per branch of congress. he had rep
resented hia state for rwenty-four
yea,7 and as he had hoped, died in
action