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Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
WILSON'S JOURNEY
TO LONDON IS ONE
OF BIG REJOICING
SaIvos From Fleets and Land
Batteries Greet His Party.
10y International News service)

10y International News Service)
Dover, England, Dec. Pa dou-
bic salute, one fired by a French
squadron and British and French
warships, and another by men of
war in the harbor and the land bat
teries on shore, greeted president
Wilson when he arrived here today.
The president landed at 1908 and
left for London at 1870. Admiral
Keyes' squadron went out to meet
the president The new American
ambassador, John w. Davis, and
British notables met President VIII
son at the pier. Only American flags
were flying when President Wilson's
train drew into Charing Cross, The
great roof of the train shed was
transformed with bunting into a
mass of colors.
The decorations were reminiscent
OF the scenes at an American politi
cal convention. The walls were Gov
cred by maroon ribbons held in
place by cords, giving the place a
palace like appearance. The party
then passed into The streets under a
bower Of holly. The American flags
we're surmounted with eagles. The
driveways were carpeted with yell
low sands such as Is the case during
the visits of officials or royalty.
Escorted BY Airmen
As soon as wireless message
had been received stating that the
presidents ship had left Calais,
big squadron of British airmen went
out over the channel to meet it. The
ship was due here at 1910. The wa
ter was smooth and fine passage
was promised
~ On A Royal Train
Dover, England. Dec. 26.-Presi-
dent and Mrs. Wilson will travel to
London this afternoon in the royal
train. This was one of England's
most beautiful days following rain
that fell all day yesterday and last
night. 1t is crisp, clear and cold
Now In London
London, Dec. 26.-President and
Mrs. Wilson arrived at 230 this aft
ernoon and were given a tumultous
greeting. Airplanes flew over the
royal train all the way from Dover
to Charing Cross.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
PRICE 8 CENTS
VICTORY FLEET"
GETS TUMULTUOuS
GREETING IN n. Y.
Immense Throng Witness I'M
preSSive Arrival.
(By international News serviee)

New York, Dec. 26.--America's
victory fleet, emerging from the gray
mist that spread at the shipping gate
when the ten great dreadnaughts ar.
rived yesterday, steamed into the
harbor this morning amid the great
est popular ovation In the history of
New York.
With bands playing, flags flutter-
ing and peace guns reverberating
there was n patriotic thrill added to
the inspiring demonstration that
surpassed the acclaim with which
any previous naval spectacles were
heralded
Long gefore sunrise today, the
lookout on Fire Island saw signal
rocket burst in the air. Word that
the fleet was forming for the grand
review was flashed to the city, Be-
fore the floating fortresses emerged
from the mist. Whistles aroused the
public.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
COMMUNITY SING"
IS REAL SUCCESS
Despite the Dampness A Big
Crowd Attends Initial Event.

The first Community Sing" ever
held in Martinsburg took place at
midnight as scheduled. Despite the
foggy night and the imminence OF
rain, thousands had assembled in
The Public Square half an hour be-
fore the exercises began. Promptly
at IL O'Clock the great tree in tho
Square blazed forth and the large
chorus under the direction OF DR.. G..
u. Geyer burst into song. The sing
ers were assisted by Professor Cur
rams orchestra and the entire pro-
gram went through without hitch.
During the exercises Rev. DIR. w. G.
Taylor, pastor OF First Baptist
church, made brief eloquent adj
dress and In conclusion he pronounce
ed the benediction. The community
sing will most likely become a per-
manent feature OF city life In the
future and DIR. Geyer, his singers ana
The orchestra deserve the thanks OF
all for ushering in the glad Christ
mas season In so appropriate n man
ner. Undoubtedly 1t had it's effect in
making the community more con-
scious OF what the day really means.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
ASSURES SOLDIERS
OF A GOOD PEACE"
President Wilson Reviewed TO-
600 Yanks On Xmas Day.
(By international News service)

(By international News Service)
General Headquarters of Amrican
Expeditionary Force, Chaumont
Dec. %, OelayeO-A memorable
Christmas passed into history today
when President Wilson after review
ing 10000 American soldiers, deliy'
cred an address saying that the men
might be assured that a good peac'
will be made.
Wilson Luck" prevailed as to the
weather. After long pereiod OF
rain, the sky cleared and, following
the arrival of the special train bear
ing Mr.. and Mrs Wilson the sun
came out.
Wilson Party Leaves
En- route with President Wilson
Calais, France, Dec 26--The spec
ial train bearing President and Mrs
Wilson arrived here today from
Chaumont. They are on their way
to London where they are schedul.
ed to arrive this afternoon.
The train was sidetracked during
the night in. order to enable the pres
ident to get good sleep.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
'COMREY'S BAND IN
/. USUAL XMAS CONCERT

Yesterday morning Comrey's Con-
cert Band followed it's usual custom
of giving various open air concerts
in different sections of the town. The
band also visited many private
homes. In the evening an open air
concert prefaced the evening fair
at the band hall. During the
day many patrons visited the affair.
The dancing will be continued each
evening of this week.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
PRIVATE WAL KER'S
BODY RESTS HERE

The remains Of Private J. E. Will
ker, who died of wounds received in
action in France, arrived during the
night from Newport News, and were
taken by Funeral Director Cole to the
residence of his father-in-law, Mr.
John Braithwaite, 700 Virginia ave-
nue. The funeral was held at ten
O'Clock this morning and the remains
laid to rest in Green Hill cemetery,
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
NOTICE

AS my Office has been closed my
accounts have been placed In the
hands of Mr.. John s. Robinson of
the business office of the City Hos.
pital and all persons indebted to me
are hereby notified to call there and
make prompt settlement.
IL II Up tt. DIR. H. G. TONKIN
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
BOB woLFoRo EXPECTED

There was rumor that Private
Robert Wolford, who was wounded
in action in France, was to have ar
rived last night in Martinsburg. How
ever, his brother Councilman John
Wolford today said they had receiv-
ed no definite information as to
when Bob would get here.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
CHRISTMAS DAY QUIET

Christmas passed off Just as nice
" in Martinsburg as one could wish.
The day was an excellent one, not
to warm nor too cold. There was no
undue excitement and the Christ
mas drunk" was not so much in
evidence as had been the case in
previous years.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
DIAMONDS

Are good investments. Nothing is
growing in value as rapidly We have
a splendid assortment in stock and
can furnish you with single stones
ranging in prices from $3.50 to 5000.
You'll be convinced of their value as
soon as you see them. Come in.
Il 10 lip tt WI L. JONES & SON.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
PATRIOTIC RECTOR
CONDUCTS SERVICE

Archdeacon Carter. formerly OF
Clarksburg, whose patriotism led him
to make every legitimate effort to
get across the seas and do his part
in defeating the Hun, gave the local
Episcopalians an excellent service
Christmas Day at Trinity Episcopal
Church. Rev. Mr., Carter gave up his
charge at Clarksburg TO enter the
army
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
R0UMANIAN PREMIER
TO HEAD DELEGATES

(By international News Service)
Washington, Dec. 26.-The Rouman-
ian premier will head the Roumanian
delegation to the peace conference,
according to a diplomatic dispatch re
ceivede here by the French nigh
commission today
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
Is RESTING WELL

Friends of Mr.. W. A. Gard, Of
East King street, are very much
gratified today because of the inn
prevement in his condition He Is
resting quite we'll Mr.. Gard has
been very sick for some time.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
WILL BE PAPTRoNEssEs.

IMesdames G. d Hedges, II. G.
Tonkin, r. p. Lickllder, j. w Stew
art, Leon III. Ware, Wilbur III. Thorn
as, II. III, Emmert, E, N. Fiery and
ID. w. Snyder will be patronnesses
at the Junior Auxiliary dance to be
held Monday night at Thornwood
Hall
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
FIRST REAL WINTER
DAY HAS ARRIVED

This has been the first real wintry
day. WHEN early risers went out this
morning they found a thin covering
of snow on the sidewalks and for
several hours thereafter nature made
"a strong effort to add to this begin
ming. However, it was failure. But
since then the day has been cold and
singing.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
DR.. SOLF HAS NOT
RESIGNED EVERYTHING

(Dy International News Service)
Washington, Dec. 26.-Dr. iSolf has
resigned only as secretary of war and
German foreign affairs and still re-
tains his office as secretary of the
colonies. according to serni-official
dispatch received here today.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
NOTICE. O. r G

Members Of Golden Rule Chapter
No 50, o. e. S., are earnestly re-
quested to meet at the hall Friday at
l o'clock TO attend the funeral of
Mrs. Rebecca Caskey.
MRS. ANNA BURKTIAlRT, Secy.
Up 1t
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
NOTICE.

All members Of Victory Council No
Z. Daughters Of America. are earnest
ly requested to meet at the hal Fri
day at l p. IN. TO attend the funeral
Of Sister Rebecea Caskey.
DAISY YOUNG, C.
LIZZIE HURST, II. Secy.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
APPROVE ANNEXATION.
(By International News Service

Washington. Dec. 26-The annexa-
ton of Bukowina to Roumania was
unanimously voted at Congress held
at Czernodicz said a diplomatic dis.
patch received here this afternoon.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
ON THE HOME STRETCH

Only a very short time left for
Christmas shopping. A visit to our
store will solve your problems. An
immense stock of Silver Table Ware
is being offered at very tempting
prices.
II 191p If w. L. JONES 6 SON
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
HAVE THREE SONS
IN U. S. SERVICE
One of Officer and Mr. s.. ars'
Sons Is Now In Fr. o

Officer and Mrs. William H.. o, :
are not a little proud of their re,
sentation in Uncle Sans brave army
The oldest boy. Private William A
Myers, has been in France some
time. His picture below was taken
while he was in civilian dress He
is with the American Regulation Sta.
lion, in France.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
NOTICE

Members of Columbia Temple No.
10 to meet at the Temple Hall. Dec.
q, 100 y. m. to attend the funeral
Of Sister Refessa Caskey.
By Order
MRS. A, E. LANGKAMMER, M. f. C,
u 26 1p 1t
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
LANGUAGE EXPERT
DIES VERY SUDDEN
by international News service.)

New York, Dec. 26.-7William Add
son Heryey, professor of German at
the University of Columbia and for
eign language expert with the Depart
ment OF Justice, died of heart disease
on train while returning from New
Jersey last. night
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
PocAH0NTAS LUMP COAL

I,have a couple of cars of the gen
uine Pocahontas Lump Coal. One
car is due here Monday or Tuesday
and his necessary for me to take
your order for this coal at once, as
II will have to be hauled direct from
the car. as my coal bins are full.
p. X. HALL,
II n Up II. Housefurnishing and Coal
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
DECLARES THE SOUTH
DID NOT GET ALL

(Hy International News Service)
washington, Dec 26,-Replying to
charges that great proportion of the
government contracts went to the
South, Senator Fletcher this after
noon declared that one Pennsylvania
CONCERN had received more contracts
than a majority of others.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
SAX0NY NOW FEARS
A CZECH INVASION
(By international News service)

Amsterdam, Dec. 26.-Czech troops
have reached the border of Saxony
and Government of Saxony has ap-
pealed TO Berlin for air to prevent
any attempting invasion, according to
information from Dresden.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26

Why not clear your conscience?
You know 1t is due her to have a
Hoosier Kitchen Cabinet. Make ar
rangements for one today for Xmas
and you will make her happy and
save her steps.
2 16 Up If. Martinsburg Furniture Co
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
STORES TO CLOSE

Now that the holiday rush Is over
the local stores will resume their
old schedule of closing at 6 o'clock
at night.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
SEWER BIDS

Sealed bids will be received by the
City Council Of Martinsburg, w. Va,
on December 21st, for the construc-
ton of sewer from Porter avenue
to Valley street. The Council re-
serves the right to reject any or al
bids.
r. w. SPARROW,
II II Up 10 Comr. OF Streets.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26

WANT ED--Old window sashes, from
three to six feet long in good con-
dillon, will pay well for same. Phone
or call. Journal Office. IL IL In tt
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26

fMessrs. M. G. Morris, OF Washing.
ton, and II. B. Shipley, OF College
Park, Md, fromer ballplayers ON the
Martinsburg team, spent Xmas in
Martinsburg.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
NOTICE TO MEMBERS RYNEAL
HOSE co.

You are requested 10 be present at
a special meeting to be held at the Y
M C. A. Friday night at D. m
A. NJ. STAUBLY, Pres.
G. w. S. CARPEIt, Secy. Up 1t
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26

MFR. and Mrs C. w. Shaull and Mr.
and Mrs. Nelson Tavenner spent Xmas
day with an aunt, Mrs. Littleton, of
near Charles Town.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26

Huyler's Candy for Xmas. Fresh
supply just received. $1O0 per lb.
None Better.
u u Up tt. f. A. MINOR.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26

Make arrangements today for a
Hoosier Kitchen Cabinet. You can
get nothing, that will please her
more.
II 16 Up tt, Martinsburg Furniture Co.
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26

Good Soft Lump Coal.
MARTINSBURG ICE s. COAL co.
u Q LIP If
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26

Baled Hay for sale. HENsHAW,
HOLLIS & co. u Up tt
Martinsburg W Va evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1913-1920, 1918-12-26
WEATHER

Cloudy tonight, snow in the noun.
tains, Friday fair.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-02-12

oil their successes they pust still
reckon with . greater power thaa
any ehey have encountered, o BOWER
by richer and atapasr re,
sources than oil Euneee ee#bsned,
a power coming fresh into the battle
at "a time when Germany, with all
her successes, is suffering the panss
of excessive fatigue and actual hun
yer. This American power will not
take. German success over feeble ns--
tons as a test Of justice, but VIII
proceed to cali Germany to account
Germany must square the account
with America. There is no possibility
of escape. II Germany can oea'
America, then she can have her Kns
of peace. But not otherwise.
The nation stands squarely behind
the words uttered by President VII
son The allies stand behind them
The civilized neutral world IN Is
heart stands behind them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-02-12
Washington Southern 3y.

Schedule in effect Jan. u. 1918.
For Washington and points north
daily sos, 9:13, 9:2S, 11:3S, u. NJ,
1918, lis, l;3%, 2:03, (Through
train for New York, via 7. r. p
4::33%%, 9:l%, 1l:53 p. ~.
Week days only Cos p. III. SatuT-
days only I;l5 p. m, and Sundays
only Sis p. NJ.
l'or fredericksburg, Richmond sac
CONT. south st 4:37. 7:52 tIocan zzd
a:47, a. m. l2:0T, 2:l7, 5:l7 (locan,
GIT, 1902, 8:17, 9:17, ., n. daily.
Accommodation for Quantico at
1908 Il. N. daily and 2.38 y. III. Sat-
urelays. Night train leaves l1:4S ,.
N. daily for fredericksburg and IN
termediate stations.
NOTE-Times Of a-:.va! aad ia
,artuTe and connections not E:1afa1e
,ac:.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-02-12
WHAT ABOUT IT?

Are you cooperating with the Food
Administration because you have 20
or because you want to?
Do you call yourself a loyal Ameri-
can citizen, anxious for the speedy
triumph of the American cause, the
success of its brave soldiers abroad
and the welfare of its fine people
at home, and yet dare to hold bars
and whine and quibble and say you
can't or you don't want to, or you
must first know the reason why.
when you arc called upon TO conform
to requirements
Are YOU only willing to follow or
ders as long as it suits your conVen-
fence, your pocketbook, and your IN
diyidual views, or are you man
enough and American enough to say:
"That which is best for my country
;s hest for me. will follow the call
Of nv trade: serve Us it IS demanded
of me; do what is required; STAND
fast for the good Of the whole, re-
CARELESS Of my own apparent IN
terests. My country and its needs
first, my business and its advantage
last Come what may, Will not
falter or fail in this hour of trial
On your answer to such questions
as these will depend your status III
this country, now, in the time o. az
tion when each mans help is nceI-
ed. later, in the time of judgment
when each mans record is revlewea'
In Gods name, stand up and don't
be a Observation-Disclosures Miller
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-02-12
AFTER RUSSI.t'S GR.ANARY.

Peace with the Ukraine--a!s>!
wheat! There is a terrible menace II
the apparently unimportant item tina.
Ullrainia has signed a peace pact
with Germany. In Little Russia lie
much of the most fruitful grain lands
OF the empire, whose added bread
stufs, between crops, will enable Ger
many to hold out on the western
fronts. With impartial! hand, Poland
will be sliced and passed around, aud
Bessarabia offered in chunk. f
Runlania will also accept peace.
As the Richmond Journal observes,
the fact that Poland was promised
her restored lands and independence
appears to have slipped Germany's
memory. though it IS not long ago.
Promises lightly made are easily
broken. and liars need good meme
ries. World vision can hardly be en-
pected m peoples largely illiterata
and geographically remote from
world centers, but it will be hard fer
the allies to see Russia lending hc,-
self to German Vaccinations wnic.
involve disaster to themselves. If
Russia can be broken up to small
states and be dealt with piece-msal
the process viii be simple ana Ga--
manys food problem largely solved.
But what Of the Russian people?
Reports are so conflicting that no orc
can prophecy for that distracted
country. That bloodShcti and anarci,Y
arc running riot is the report Of one
observer. while TO another 4 vision
Of ;lit1gtstic well-heing is delivering
The Russian people i'll spite of them
selves. There is no authoritative voice
to speak for them; the Bolsheviti
rule or Do not rule, rs Tie telegraph
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-02-12
\ UNITED COUNTRY.

We are Il nation, one and lndiVisi-
HE, When the 319th regiment OF
infantry, stationed at Camp Lee
composed Of Pennsylvania troops,
celebrated the birthday anniversary
of General Robert E. Lee, January
10, and through their commanding
officer. Colonel Cochen, invited the
members of the general assembly TO
telp in honoring the day, it was a
memorable occasion. Memorable,
because the Pennsylvanians at Camp
Lee are mainly sons or grandsons OF
Union army men who fought against
he Confectionery. Yesterday. the
state legislature adjourned until
Wednesday to permit the members
% accept an invitation extended by
General Farnsworth, at the instlga-
.iou O.; the 11Sth infantry, q body
If Virginia troops ut Camp Lee. to
-eciprcratc the coartcsy to the great
Southern leader by celebrating the
birthday of Abraham Lincoln. Let
! wholly reunited country take no
ice, That the general assembly, IN
The old capital of the Southern
Confcderacy should vote to adjourn
ver February Il, and III 4 body go
70 Camp Lee to do honor to the
memory Of man once eNccrated IN
he Soutle is illustrative of the
wonderful changes that can take
place in TWO generations of time. It
win be lirty-thrcc years in april
since Mr.. Lincoln's tragic death was
noulucd. not only in the North, but
n the South. where many far-seeinS
men and women recognized their
.ccd. as never before. g. friend at
The national capital. Abraham LIN
.oln was that friend. He knew what
the South had suffered. how raw
we're her recent wounds, and his
great hear; held for her people q
:crder solicitudc. Then came his
sudden end. and the South lost the
man so transcenlenIly qualified to
sympathize with her physica! wants,
her bruised spirits. Gradually, the
South has come to have Il true per-
spective Of the man who. il he had
lived. would surely have spared the
South the misery and indignities Of
reconstruction days. This week. the
National Labor Loyalty dcmonstra-
ticn is occupying the attention Of thc
working men Of the country, and
tee anniversary OF Lincoln's birth
will be the occasion for :: promuiga-
tior TO the nation to unite as never
before in support o. the maintc-
nance OF the principles upon which
democracy is founlcd.--Richmond
Journal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-02-12
MEXICAN GENERAL KILLED.
Randeras Shot in Cafe by Mcmhe'
of House Of Deputies.

Mexico City, Feb. 12.-Genefa!
Juan Banderas was shot and killed
Yesterday in a downtown cafe by
Colonel Miguel Peralta. General Ban
deras took prominent part in :'ie
revolutions led by Madero and Car
rama. Colonel Peralta was Formerly
chief of staff for General Benjamin
G.. Hill, the Constitutionallst Ieadcr'
and is now a member of tic House Ct
Deputies.
Under the constitutional immunity
from arrest which is the privilege OF
Concressmen, Colonel Pcralta is still!
at liberty. Congress, the only body
which can consider his case, Will net
convene until September.