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The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09
EXPERTS drew
CAS- ORDINANCE,
MAYOR SAYS
MOIinard Says Law Came as
Surprise 10 Him.
NO COMMENT BY OFFICIAL
New Regulations Will Be Pub
liShed Monday, y

Provisions Of the gas ordinance
which was passed at a special meeting
OF the city commission yesterday after.
noon were suggested by gas experts
according to Mayor Ovaholser, who
has no doubt Of the practicability oi
the measure. Gas comp-n. officials
today were chary OF comment on the
oydinance saying they had not had time
20 examine il and could form no opin.
ion on its practicability or constitutions
ahy.
Officials Not Notified.
The mayor said today that so far as
he knows officials of the gas company
have not been informed as 10 the provi-
sions of the ordina and added that
he would not send them copy OF the
ordinance.
1T will be published Monday. in
compliance with the law and they will
be able TO learn what the ordinance
provides at that time" said the mayor
When William R Molinard general
manager OF the Oklahoma Gas & Elec-
trio company had his attention called
10 the ordinance, he said:
Before snake very much comment
on this matter | wish TO be thoroughly
informed on three definite propositions
on which. at the present time | admit !
am without proper knowledge.
Molinard In Dark.
First, | desire to have III official
copy OF this ordjnsace put into my
hands for examination so Will not
have TO depend on newspaper versions
Of II, for my information.
Second, ! want TO know II the mayor
by whose instructions and Under whose
direction | understand this ordinance
was drawn to be presented to the city
commissioners, consulted an expert or
reliable authority on the subject Of
municipal gas distribution, before hc
1ad this prepared, and If so, who his
authority Is.
Third, | desire to know II the at.
torney general Of Oklahoma had this
ordinance presented to him for exam.
ination and possible approval, before il
reached the commissioners, and II he
has not seen il, who the legal authority
was that told the mayor II was good
law and constitutional"
Mr.. Molinard said he knew nothing
shout the proposed ordinance until he
CONTINUED on Pace Q, Column ~
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09
Realization Period Extended.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 9-Four days
extension of the time in which German
enemy aliens must register throughout
the country, was announced today BY
Attorney General Gregory. The ex'
tension changes the closing Of the reg
iaers from Monday to Wednesday
pFbhruary ID
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09
Shin Sends S. o. S. Call.

AN ATLANTIC PORT, Feb "a
call for immediate assistance from a
steamer in distress far out at sea, was
picked up today by the Cape Race sta
ton and sent broadcast Naval au-
thorites said they had no information
as 10 the nature of the ships trouble.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09
Fair and Warmer
Weather Forecast

LOCAL FoREcAsf--FaIr weather 20.
nlont and Sunday. Somewhat warmer
sunday. Minimum temperature tonight
"a to 30 degrees. H..
STATE FORECAST - Tonight, falri
and warmer,
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09
AMERICANS MADE
FOE PRISONERS,
BERLIN REPORTS
Several u, S, Soldiers Cap
tured in ST. MihieI Sector
TRENCH IS RAIDED AGAIN
Announcement Fixes Definite
Iy Position Of PerShing Men,

BERLIN, via London, Feb O.
Some American prisoners have been
captured north Of Xiyray, ten miles cast
Of ST. Mihiel, says the official state
ment issued today by the German gen
erAl staff.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09
ASSOCIATED Press War Review

ASSOCIATED Press War Review
Germany's efforts for peace on the
eastern front, centered now apparently
in an effort to open up frontiers
through which she may secure supplies
Of food for her hungry people, have
progressed so far as the S ming of a
separate peace agreement with the Uk-
rainian rada, according to semi Official
advices from Berlin.
Bolsheviki Lose Control.
How far the Teuton plan may prove
successful seems to depend upon the
measure of control the rada has over
the territory of the so-called Ukraine
republic which embraces rich grain
growing lands Such control is disput.
ed by the bolshevikl.
Both boIsheviki and rada have beer
iiaiming military successes against
zach other in the Ukraine Apparently
he Germans feel none too sure that ,lc
rada will triumph unassisted, however
as the suggestion has recently come
from German sources that the Ruman
ians would do well to join forces witt
the Ukrainians against the bolshevik
Rumania. 1t was pointed out, could oh.
tain compensation for tbe loss of Do
)rudjs TO the Bulgarians by taking
over Bessarabia territory from the Rus
slams,
Offered Polish Territory.
Although early advices regarding the
signing of the agreement said nothing
about the terms, it has been previously
reported that the Ukrsinians were Of
fered section of Russian Poland as
an inducement for them to make peace
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09
UKRAINE PEACE
K|vES KAISER
STORES OF FOOD
Central Powers Sign Truce
With Russian Border State,

BERLIN, Feb. o-(Via London)-
Peace between the central powers and
the Ukraine was signed at o'clock
this morning, according to an official
statement issued here today.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09

hih'oh
No news has been received in Okla
homa City d the fate OF Ernest Linthi-
cum, the only Oklahoma City man
known to have been aboard the Tus-
CANA when she was torpedoed. Mr.
and Mrs. c. A. Linthcum Of $40 West
Grand avenue. parents OF Ernest Lin.
thicum, were notified by the war de-
partment last night that their son had
been on the Tuscania.
Ernest Linthioum entered the army
under the seleotive draft. being sent to
Camp Travis on October T. lie had
served there as a baker. A letter was
received from him written January q
and later message, undated, was re-
ceived from him by his parents.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1918-02-09
Al1

WASHINGTON, Feb, 8-Wounding
Of two more American soldiers in &C.
ton was reported today by Genera
Pershing. Both we're infantry private:
and were only slightly wounded-. They
are:
Joe Pekas, wounded February 5,
Declss, South Dakota,
Frank Chavers, wounded January
80, San Jose, Cal.
The following deaths, not in action
also were reported;
Corporal Lee o. Sailors, gunshot
wound, Pittsburg, Kansas.
Private Charles c. Burns, pneu-
mcnis, Houston, Texas.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Notice.

This Is to give notice. On April 80,
1918 We shall close our doors for the last
time on the credit system, and May let
will open on cash basis.
We feel compelled to do this for the
reason all the manufacturing interests OF
the country have gone onto q cash basis.
All machinery at the time of sale must
be settled for in cash or good bankable
note. All repairs will be cash. Repairs
ordered by mail or telephone will receive
prompt attention and be sent G. 0. D.
This step has been taken after long
and careful consideration and 10 the only
way We can see out Of the present situa-
ton.
We hope and trust this change will
meet the approval OF our friends and
patrons, Who In the past have given us
their patronage, and to whom We feel
very grateful.
We believe that the change will be OF
great advantage both to ourselves and
our customers, for We certainly can give
you more value for your money than We
can on the old system.
A. w. WALKER d Son,
1917 South Paris, Ne.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Observation-Disclosures.

A quiet home wedding was solemnized
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. A. D. Lit
tlehale of North Paris, Tuesday evening,
April 16, at $50 O'Clock, when their
youngest daughter, Wilma Frances. was
united In marriage with Alvah Rudolph
Hendrickson, SON of Mr.. and Mrs. T. r.
Hendrickson of South Woodstock. Rev.
Alton verrill performed the ceremony,
the single ring service being used.
The bridesmaid was Edith, sister of
the bride, and the youngest brother Of
the bride, William, was best man.
The bride wore green silk poplin and
carried white carnations. The groom
wore dark suit. The bridesmaid wore
white. The bridal party stood under an
arch of evergreen.
Mrs. Hendrickson attended the schools
of Paris, having completed the junior
year of High School. Mr.. Hendrickson
attended the schools of Woodstock.
A few relatives were present, Including
the father and mother Of both the bride
and groom. They will make their home
with Mr.. Hendrickson's parents.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Wheat for Rurone.

mo corn can be shipped across the
Atlantic for two months after the hrst
of April, because that IL the terminating
season for corn and 1t will not stand
shipment.
"Now, 10 this period of extreme
difficulty In Europe, the time when the
morals OF the civil population Of the
Allies IL at Its lowest ebb, 1t does not
stand for US to say, You can wait two
months and then you can eat corn 1t
is for rs to Say "You shall receive every
solitary grain of wheat that our ports
can HANDLE"
u. 8. Foop ADMINISTRATION.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Nav KIN Hens Now.

According to advice received by Fed.
eral Food Administrator Leon s. Mer.
rill, Rule IA of the United States Food
Administration prohibiting licensed
dealers from dealing in live or freshly
killed hens between February 18th and
April 30th, has been amended to end at
midnight April 10th.
This information has been received in
. telegram by the Federal Food Admin
istrator of this State and is welcomed by
thousands Of poultrymen In Maine.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
klmball.MaSOn.

A very pretty home wedding was
solemnized at the home Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Wesley G. Kimball at Locke's Mills, on
the evening of April 18th, wnen their
son, LsForest Wesley Kimball, and Miss
Annette Elsie Mason, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. George G. Mason, were united
in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev.
j. 81. Little. pastor Of the Universalist
church at Bethel.
The bride was attended by Miss Bertha
Kimball, sister of the groom, as maid
of honor, and Miss Stella Kimball as
ring bearer and flower girl, and the
groom by Mr.. Charles B. Mason, q broth
or of the BRIDE.
The bride was attired In blue taffeta,
and carried q bouquet of bride roses
and white carnations.
The ceremony was held under an arch
of evergreen, and the double ring service
was used. Relatives of both bride and
groom were present. A short reception
followed, after which the bride cut The
wedding cake, and the guests departed,
after showering the bridal couple with
rice and confetti, and offering hearty
congratulations and good wishes.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

Edward P. Weaver. formerly OF Ban
COR, claims the distinction OF being the
Oldest officer yet graduated from tho
free governments navigation schools con'
Quoted by the United States shipping
board recruiting service. For many
years seaman, he decided to train for q
deck officer for tho merchant marine;
and has completed the course and passed
the rigid physical test. He 10 % years
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
For Sale or Exchange.

II acre poultry farm, nearly new build
ings, so barrels No. 1apples, plums and
all small fruits In abundance, brook runs
through farm, plenty of wood. Would
sell or exchange for dairy farm and pay
difference. Address A. B., Democrat
Office. II
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

Jssrsr,oa G. Smith, state 7. n. Q. A..
ssoretsry, who had charge OF the junior
Voinntcsr movement last year, hes been
n Indiana during the pest week to con
Ter With the authorities Aosee reesfc.ee
! simllar movement Tor that state. tne
NajDs plan d he original pl.p. ana W.
- suocconfnl tha1 e y hkely % -
odopood - otkw stneoss
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that ut
has been duly appointed executor OF the last
will and testament OF
WILLIAM L. CHASE, late OF Paris,
bonds as the law directs. All persons having
demands against the estate Of said deceased are
desired to present the same for settlement, ano
all indebted thereto are requested 70 make
p"'W ALTER L. GRAY, South Paris, Ne:
April 10, 1915 lilly
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Paris nigh School Notes.

The high school was well represenseo
iu the parade Friday.
High school commenced Aondsy,
APRIL is, after vacation OF one week.
The Glss Club Il working on . cant.ta,
"a Be given soon for the benefit OF the
Service League.
The Art game Of base ball for this
seasou was plsyed Friday, April ~,
nth 0ould's Academy. The SCORE wa
"a 70 8 In favor Of South Paris.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Catarrh Cannot Be Cured

NTH LOCAL APPLICATIONS, 90 they
carnot reach the seat Of the disease.
Catarrh IL local disease; greaSity, o IN,
and in order to cure 1t you must
take an internal remedy. Halls ca,
tarrh Cure 10 taken internally ana
acts thru the blood on the mucous sur.
faces OF the system. Halls Catarrn
cure was prescribed by one OF the pegt
physicians In this country ior yea .n..,cs
Known. combined with some Of the
hest blood purifiers. The perfect COM
Sinstion Of the Ingredients In Halrs
Catarrh Cure II what produces sucn
wonderful results II Sa.sTrna srs c"no
= J. CHENEY q CO., Props. Toledo. O.
HaiIa FAMILY Pills for constipation.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

Ths Subscriber hersby gives nosioe that he
-" sxRxa ). xTKms. late Of Para.
IN ~ .CopntY Of Oxford, deoeased. An Per:
dSoeAsed % deSlied y present the Same for
ss62Ionenk md sn ind6nted thereto arc ~
SbNs 4. 1sIEr;is issS1fs ss,., y.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Base Bail.
P. q. 8. 10; GouID's ACADEMY 6.

p. q. 8. 10; GouLD's ACADEMY 6.
Paris High School opened the base
ball season Friday afternoon with . game
with Gould's Academy Of Bethel at the
Paris High grounds, which was won BY
Paris, Is to 6. The game, - does not
need to be said, wss decidedly one-sided,
Gould's seeming to be outelasssd. The
weather was cool and windy, and not ut
all favorable 10 good play.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

Escaping gas from . water heater
caused the death of Carleton Il. Stuart
of Biddeford, travelling salesman for
Boston firm, and nearly caused the
death Of his wife. The affair occurred in
the daytime, and they were evidently
unaware Of the trouble until overcome.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that he
has been duly appointed executor Of the last
will and testament Of
DRUSILLA DUNN, late Of Paris.
bonds az the law directs. All persons having de.
mands against the estate Of said deceased are
desired TO present the same for settlement, and
all indebted thereto are requested TO make pay.
'' JAMES s. WRIGHT, South Paris. Ne;
April 10, 1918. H'lS
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
NOTICE
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that sh
has been duly appointed executrix OF the last
will and testament Of
LEWIS n. HUMPHREY, late Of Dixneld,
In the County of Oxford, deceased. All per;
sons having demands against the estate OF sale
deceased are desired TO present the same for
nuasted 10 make payment immediately.
ADDIE Z. HUMPHREY, Dixfeld, Ne;
April 10 1918. H-S
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

Friday evening New Hall was hiled TO
the limit of its standing room and be-
yond the doors for the patriotic demon
strati0n for which arrangements had
been made by Rev. G. G.. Miller. A
chorus of girls occupied the platform at
the side of the stage and part of the
stage itself, and the speakers also sat on
the stage.
Rev. Mr.. Miller presided, and the
meeting opened with the Star Spangled
Banner by the chorus and audience, Mrs.
Agnes L. Norton at the piano. Later In
the program the chorus sang the Mar
seillaise, and chorus of the older girls
sang "Our Flag" an original compost
ton, words and music, by Mrs. Morton,
which was received by the audience with
so much enthusiasm that q repetition
was demanded and given.
Alton G. Wheeler, introduced to speak
on the fuel situation, advised and urged
tho use of wood for fuel % much %
possible, saying that on account Of trans
portation conditions the fuel sdministra-
ton In its latest statements will not
promise rs over thirty per cent OF our
normal supply Of coal for next winter.
A. ]. Stearns of Norway, county rep.
resentative of the food administration,
considered various phases of the war
situation, and urged increased produc-
ton a patriotic duty, and conservs-
ton of food, especially OF wheat, a. q
duty regarding which nobody IL now
uniformed.
Rev. D. r; Faulkner. introduced to
speak on "The War Garden" on &C.
count Of the lateness of the hour and the
length OF the program, condemned hie
inject into two statements In about .
dozen words: 'In the war garden, OF
anywhere else, weeds will take care Of
themselves; corn has to be cultivated
and cared for"
Rev. @. W. Rogers spoke briefly on tn
Red Gross, especially condemning ths
charges OF graft and corruption some
rimes made against 1t, and urging ell ID
get ready for the next Red Cross call fol
funds.
Raw. Mr.. Miller, In closing the pro
cram by speakiug OF 'sThe Outlook.
took an optimistic view Of the outlook
in spits OF any temporary discourage
msnts. for q number Of reasons, but par
ticulsrly because "God's IN his heaven
sll's right with the world"
Several reels Of motion pictures Wer'
shovn. come Of them from the govern
mont, showing training camp aotyitis
and other war work. :,
/ HIN. Brsgdon, the lessee OF tho Dali
having offered the free pse OF the houa
land I'll expense on ono Of bis most profit
able nights, . collection was taken 70 g
y imburse him and some over thirty-st'
Idollars was received.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
NOTICE.

NOTICE.
The subscriber hereby gives notice that she
has been duly appointed Administrative OF the
FRED e. HEALD, late Of Buckaeld,
In the County of Oxford; deceassd. All persons
having demands against the estate OF said de.
ceased are desired to present the same Tor settle
make payment Immediately.
FLORENCE A. HEALD. BuckAeld. Ne;
April l6. 1918. lI.lS
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

The subscriber hsrsby s.ves aos.ee thas - has
- LOWELL B. SMITH, hls Il cSn>on.
n The County Of Oxford, deoeased. Al persons
having demands against ~ est4e at se1d de-
sof1lsneaA sld N indehted t1eggoo - n
! alAoE L. S111H. 0ssol. Mss.s:
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

The public utilities commission has
issued decision suthorixing the issuance
BY the West Oxford Telephone Go. OF
common stock amounting 70 $50 ct par,
In payment OF indebtedness.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
GOULD'S ACADEMY.
Score by Innings.


284 8 81 8 9-Total
W. P. Il. S.....O o s. o o o x-7
Gould's -.0 o o 0 o o o 90
Two.base- hits, Billings 8, McAlister 2. Bacon,
Bryant0. HIT by pitched ball, Bartlett by Ba.
con. Struck ont, by Bacon u, by Hall Z, Bryan,
0. Triple play, Young t. Hsnscom 20 Young.
First base on errors, W. P. 81. 8. 8, Gould's l.
Emery.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

AN Van i1chIsg 4 s.tsmpey teetex: ne
more Won scrotoh a. worse Is iechce. U2eoy
Oinfnsnl q lpr piles. eossma-eny skin nenane'
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

Mokher 0ray's Sweet Powdere TOR Cnilaxyn
relieve Fevoriihness, Headache, BAD Ssoma -
TeeGhing Discrdezs. move ana sosSS ~ ry
o 81 3 = hour. Ussd By mothsls TOR seyesss'
m Drugrists, So. Sample I'm. Aoarss'
Noaher 6fay o., LsRoy, \. 7. AH
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Score by Innings.

Two.base.h hits, n. Curtis, Durham. G: Curtis
Three base hits, Porter. First base on balls, OF
Boyce 1; OF Bryant 1. Hit by pitched ball
Bartlett Struck out, by Merrill 7, Boyce 4; by
Bryant7. Umpire. Shaw. Scorer, Merrill.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
Died.

In Paris, March Is, Henry Niskanen. aged Is
years.
In Sumner, April II, Herbert L. Ryerson, aged
IN Dixheld, April 18, Mrs. Eta, wife Of
Ernest Davenport, aged about 8 years:
In Moncton, N. B., April 4, Harry Z. Swan,
aged 86 years.
In West Bethel, April 10. Charles Lyman
Abbott, aged So years and 10 months.
In Gorham, N. H., April Is, Amo K. Scribne'
sged 70 years, formerly Of West Bethel
In Hebron, April II, Mrs. Luc nda Ann
tRichardson) Bean, aged 60 years.
In Norway, April Is, Joseph l.. Bailey aged
In Brownheld, April Is, Mrs. Edmund Blake.
In Dixheld, April 10, Mrs. Grace lColcord).
wife Of Carroll P. Howe, aged about 40 years.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

Mr. dvspeuela. our national silment. ne Bur.
dock Blood 6iiterS. Recommended for sGSeeIn.
sninr digestton, purifying The blood. Asah afus
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23
II. d. EVANS, Director"

" h' ~ 1'ANos bnoOsok.
new. news has been received through q
:. otinquiry sent to the postmaster
pNorNay, OF the death In Monctop, N.
Sr.U % ioe 4th Of April, of Harry e.
n. Mr.. Swan was q native Of Nor
ssy, 'ne son Of George q. and Efie B.
s;su, and was SO years OF age at the
ps. s u MS death. he graduated from
tbs.s gn school In 1900, and was In
~, 80 owns for some years, being for q
Son o Gook- keeper for A. W. Walker q
Ts.,he also did newspaper work In
son Tor while. Within the past
biw ''a,s or more no one has heard from
bs,,. MS parents are dead, his mother
n. aied some twelve years ago, and
NC only relatives known are four
ana os, Herbert g., Ben r., Henry n.
0'ucs Z. Hosmer, eli Of Norway.
Tn mere was bearing in Probate Court
nnaAy on the will of Mrs. Drusilla
Duon OF South Paris, who died : few
dr., since. Mrs. Dunn. who had no
md ~ neirs, after providing for burial
h, o perpetual care Of the cemetery
Ns,,ion twenty-five dollars to Mrs.
,idssss stss Taylor Of South Paris, In con-
,ss;ds ."on OF her kindness, and the
RAIL- was given to the South Paris
h us church to be funded, the income
Hon USED for the support Of preaching.
sxscn,S James 5. Wright 10 named q
J,on.of' This will Was made ID
b,rs isl4. Mrs. Dunn had . saving
r neposit OF about $500. Frederick
10 eor ss Of Buckfsld appeared IN cour
Can,oss the will for Mrs. Cannon o.
Wr,sh, Mrs. Dunn's sister, and Mr.
sxan;a appeared for the will. After q
NJ nion Of the vitnesses 70 the will
ipts..et presented 10 witnesses IN
lov,ls no objection to the decree n
vklaS sns viii but asked for Ten dsys Il
d. :" ME an appeal, and it W. grast
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1918-04-23

Ward Eight, ~ the Falls district 10
known Of lite, bad q Patriots Day cole
bration which was notable, and was At
tended by . large crowd. A service flag
containing one gold star and twenty.
Ave blue stars for men from this small
district 10 to be raised. Al this bad not
arrived on Friday, the stars and stripes
Was hung ont. The ropes were manipu'
lated by Morris Klain and bic daughter,
Miss Bessie Klain. Mr.. Klsin has given
Ave sons to tho service, the gold star on
the Gag being for one Of the sons, Peter
W. Klsin, who Was killed while guarding
. railroad bridge ct Saoo. The school
children, under the direction Of Miss
McCreery, the supervisor OF music, sang
several patriotic songs, and the young
ladies' chorus Of the Congregational
church sang Keep the Home Fires
Burning" Remarks were made By Don
aid B. Partridge, Albert ]. Stearns, and
Rev. n. o. Baltxer. The tWenty.six
mon who represent this small district on
the service dag arc: