davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
SPIES SUSPECTED
OF STARTING FIRES
At CAMP MEADE

CAMP MEADE, Nd. Aug. Elm
vestigation Is being made today to
learn II disloyal citizens or spies
started the two fires which endan-
gered Camp Meade, the big grain
elevator. the ordnance department.
and the remount station, causing
$4,000 daamge yesterday.
Not until a soldier doing guard
duty near the two hay sheds which
were destroyed had stated that he
distinctly smelled coal oil shortly
after the blazes were discovered was
there any thought that the fires were
incendiary. Investigation has showed
that there are otner signs which point
to an incendiary.
The fires started at the same time
in two hay sheds more than 100 feet
from each other. The blaze in both
instances sprang from the top OF high
piles Of hay. The hay lofts are not
far from the ordnance department.
where ordinarily a large amount of
ammunition Is stored Only a small
quantity of ammunition Is at pres
ent stored there, since the leave-tak-
ing OF the Seventy-ninth division.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06

group, particularly made a hit as
Mike the newsboy. while Charles
take on OF his fathers turn was a
delicious bit Mary and Madeline are
attractive and talented girls.
Henri Henlere introduced his
clowning, that was promising. and
when he got to the piano he more
than justified the promise. for he
commanded the resources OF the in
strument as efficiently as Foch COM
mands the allied forces. He wound
up with a demonstration OF merging
airs as the audience, whistling. tried
to follow him. 1t was a community
whistle.
Dolly Connolly, "late of the Pass
ing Show" sang some songs written
for her by Percy Wenrich, and danced
Georgia Peaches" seemed
to please nightly. perhaps because
her hearers considered Miss Connolly
one of the peaches.
Mabel and Dora Ford closed the bill
with a well-staged and altogether ad-
mirabIe turn, a series of dances in a
variety of striking costumes, while
Arthur Anderson, at the piano, con-
tributed much to the effectiveness Of
their offering.
other features of the bill were con-
tributed by Francis and Ross. odds
and ends in dancing: WiIbert Embs
and Helen Alten, in a diversion OF
notable daintiness: Quinn and Cav
erly, "submariners," with their "a.
who chartered amusingly; Bob and Al
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
d. r. KEITH'S.

Eddie Foy has an interesting fam
fly, and the whole Foy family inter-
ested and amused last nights audi
ence at B. F. Keith's Theater as head
liners OF a bill that as a whole was
entertaining, some of the features be-
ing greeted with an approval SO en-
thusiastic as to be somewhat amaz-
ing. in view of the-well. the hu-
midity.
The Foys deployed In the guise of
two families. one Irish and the other
Italian, "Slumwhere in New York" E"
From "Annie Rooney" to the Banks
OF the Wabash" the youngsters-not
so young now. some of them-sang
melodies better known wnen Eddie
Foy was a younger favorite than he
is now, and in a succession Of sing
ing and dancing stunts did honor
10 their dad. The head of the family
did himself credit, too. and when he
danced with agility and obvious en-
joyment. many an old-timer remark
ed: "The old man is still there" Irv-
ing Foy, most diminutive of the
The Washington times., 1918-08-06

daily at and 8 o'clock. presenting
tricks. q
The August weather Is making
saltwater surf bathing the most
popular pastime just now. this sport
being enjoyed as late as o o'clock In
the evening. Fishing and Grabbing
are greatly improved and have many
devotees. On the long boardwalk,
which affords a delightful promenade
with q charming view OF the bay,
are to be found innumerable amuse-
ments, including a big Derby coaster.
A free dancing pavilion draws large
crowds. an orchestra furnishing mu-
sic throughout the afternoon and
evening.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06

a full-fedged studio corps and ANA
teur talent drawn from Washington
ranks, started the ball rolling yes
terday afternoon and last night with
THE Vampire" for a subject 1t was
a bowling success, as judged by the
audience. even IL no flm celebrity
is developed by IL.
The act serves to show how movies
are made and the fun follows as
much from the inexpeTience of the
players as from the picture subject.
which tomorrow will be The Poi
soned Candy" Wednesday. "Old Hog"
and Crooks" Thursday. Julian Ell
tinge and the keystone Bathing
Girls" Friday. w. s. Hart's western
Barroom." and. Saturday, -close-ups"
and Introductory scenes.
Birds of Dreamland," a beautiful
bird act; Grace Dewinters in a new
offering of ventriloquism: Grace St
Clair and Company in a sketch called
"Blondes;" Howard and Sadler. and
Cantwell and Fiber.
The film features are exceptionally
good, including "Old Wives For New"
the matinee photoplay; Fatty Ar
buckle in Good Night. Nurse" and
the Allies War Review.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
FOOD BUREAU GETS
FEWER CHARGES
OF PROF|TEER|NG

Publication of fair price lists In
newspapers and extra vigilance of
food inspectors have considerably re-
duced the number of complaints Of
pronteering, according to an an
nouncemen by the District Food Ad
ministration todav.
Only four complaints against deal
ers in Washington were made today
at the administration offices. about
one-fourth of the number usually re-
ceived-
The principal complaint received
was against a dealer who Is alleged
to have charged the best grade price
for sweet corn which was of medium
grade. One dealer was said to have
overcharged on flour. and another on
sliced ham
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
BELASCO.


Helen With the High Hand, y
with Estelle winwood with the big
eyes in the title role, was produced
for the first time on any stage at the
Belasco last night Helen" is an
adaptation OF Arnold Benefits story
reformed dramatic critic and ex-play
reader for the Selwyns, makes the
play his first production.
The play is a Yorkshire or Derby
shire version of when Bunty Pulls
the Strings" though Bunty was not
so charming as Helen. The Bennett
play has the same general theme,
but its characterizations are much
finer-and Helen is far more human
and lovable than Bunty. To tell the
story of the play would be to spoil
an evenings pleasure for future audi
tors. 1t may be said. however, that
last nights audience, despite the
heat, accorded an enthusiastic well
come to Helen"
There are really only two vitality
necessary characters in the play
Helen and her granduncle, James OIL
lerenshaw. Miss Winwood was real
ly charming as Helen-droll, win
some-well, any weIl-regulated army
would have deserted in the face Of
the enemy for her sake. As come
dienne of the Maude Adams, Marjorie
Rambeau, Fay BANTER type, Miss
Winwood ranks high.
Z. Lyall Swete played the .crusty
old uncle with JUNCTION, grim humor
with a touch of pathos. never over
emphasized AS a character sketch
his Ollerenshaw was excellent. An
drew Wilbram. played by Lumsden
Hare, gave that fine player little to
do. That little he did with his usual
finish.
Emanuel Proctor, an ultra-refined
scion of the English gentry, was well
played by Charles Esdale. Mrs. Proc
tor, his aunt, was played by Katherine
Stewart A good word must also be
said for Louise Emery. as Mrs. Butt,
the grumpy, cranky old housekeep-
er. Constance Hunt played a maid
nicely.
"Helen With the High Hand" is de-
scribed on the program as an 'fdyllic
diversion" which sounds like Mr..
Klauber at his best. It is idyllic
sweet, clean. and well worth seeing.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
BY FONTAlNE FOX.

Copyright 1913 By the Wheeler Syndicate. Inc.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
GREAT. FALLS PARK.

These heated August days bring
crowds to popular Great Falls Park,
where the afternoon and evening con-
certs by the Ladies' Liberty Orchestra
add to the pleasure of the days out
ing. Free dancing in the large pavil-
ion overlooking the falls gives much
enjoyment 4 program Of interesting
motion pictures Is shown free daily.
The cool ride by fast electric train
to the falls from the terminal at
Thirty-sixth and N streets northwest
il q pleasant feature.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
This Week At The Capital Theaters
POL.I's.

POLPs.
Washington is bound eventually to
have clearer idea of what war means
than any other city in the country.
This is not going to be the result
wholly of the activities of the Gov
ernment. the constant and growing
visible evidences of our armed forces.
the intimate relation which we sus-
tain toward those who have been at
the front. We are learning in a gen.
erous degree from the theaters what
war means and what its results are
"Wheres Poppies Bloom" one OF the
newest of the war plays, had its first
metropolitan production at Polls last
night and gave to Washington the
stergoers their first glimpse OF what
a ruined chateau looks like and intro
duced them to the life that exists in
side the crumbling walls of those
buildings which have suffered bonn
bardment.
Story II Old.
The surroundings were newer than
concerns that triangular relation of
men and a woman which has served
so often as the text OF dramatic ser
mons.
In this newest of the war plays
three characters dominate the action
and tell the story.
Marianne, the only woman in the
cast. the wife of German whom she
believes is serving the cause of
France, finds him to be in reality a
spy for his native country. Coinci-
dent with that discovery she comes to
realize that her real affections are
centered on Rene, a French officer, of
whose devotion to France there is NO
doubt. The conflict of her emotions,
the growing hatred OF her enemy hus-
band and increasing love for her
patriotic countryman serves as the
story of the play and the center
around which a considerable amount
OF propaganda is developed and some
more or less thrilling melodrama
evolved.
II there is too much speechmaking,
that will be trimmed out as the re-
hearsals show where it slows up the
action, but the principles eSpounded
are all sound and more than that
they are popular.
Miss Rambeau Attractive.
Miss Rambeau. who plays the part
of Marianne. is charmingly attrac-
i've ana gives TO part full or ac-
tion a well-conceived development.
Sharing with the star in the honors
of the evening were Lewis Stone, who
gave an admirable picture of Bertelle,
the husband spy. and Percival knight
as Henry, a cockney accented Eng
lish Tommy, who supplied the major
part of the humor of the play.
Pedro de Cordoba. who acted the
role of Rene, contributed a sincere
piece of work that failed sometimes
to be convincing. The rest of the cast
filled in the moments when there was
no dialogue for the chief characters.
The one stage setting which served
for all three acts was handsomely
done, and gave what may be imagined
to be an excellent idea OF the thou
sands of ruined homes that dot the
country where war has worked its
destruction.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
CRITERION.

Astounding in thrills and romance. Rex
Beach's Heart Of the Sunset" is being
shown in the film form at the Criterion
Theater this week.
winsome Anna Nilsson is starred as
the wife Of a ranch owner, rich. but
morally worthless. Through a trick Of
fate, she is rescued from death in the
desert by a handsome Texas ranger.
Their acquaintance develops into love.
and Just as she Is about to seek a di-
vorce from her husband. the ranch
owner Is killed by a Mexican bandit,
who takes the pretty wife prisoner. in
tending to marry her. His plans are
frustrated by the daring Of the young
Texas ranger. who after facing many
dangers, makes the heroine his wife.
and finally escapes with her.
Bebinning Thursday, Theda Bara
will be seen at the Criterion in "A Fool
There Was" In this picture, Miss Bara
is given full opportunity for the use Of
her talents.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
New Oil
Treatment
For Rheumatism
Brings Relief to Thousands
of Sufferers

New oil treatment for rheumatism
almost proves a revelation. Over two
million bottles sold under absolute
guarantee to give satisfaction or
money refunded, and less than dozen
bottles have been returned. This
great Pain Killer and Antiseptic
combined, Millers Antiseptic Oil
(known as Snake Oil) that has
brought relief to so many thousands
Of sufferers, is said to be without an
equal for rheumatism, Neuralgia,
Lumbago, Stiff and Aching Joints,
any kind Of ache or pain, Cut, Burn.
or Bruise, Corns, Sore Throat. Don't
delay. Take a bottle into your home
today and get instant relief. On sale
soc, 60c, and 81 at O'DonnelTs Drug
Store, Washington.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06

Ward, whose "Bertie" and "ArchIe"
won a series of laughs.
The Hearst-Pathe news pictorial.
concluding the entertainment. was
Enthusiastically interesting.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
CHESAPEAKE BEACH.

Excursionists at Chesapeake Beach
this week are being entertaining by
VaIlecita's five trained Indian leop-
ards. which give free exhibitions
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
NATIONAL.

Anthony Paul Kelly wrote a real
success when he wrote ''Three Faces
East" which made its bow at the
National last night. The title. dear
reader, may be cryptic. so we'll let
you in on that part of the proceed
ings first of all.
Three Faces East" is the pass
word of a German band of master
spies. And there you have it. The
play is based on the enemy spy sys-
TEN. But it is an unusual spy play.
It's reported that much of the ma
terial on which the story is based
was secured from officials OF the al
lied secret services. At any rate, the
plot is highly complicated, and thrills
and surprises follow one another in
such rapid sequence that the specta-
tor is left hopelessly bewildered soon
after the beginning of the second act.
He can but sit riveted to his chair,
wide eyed and mouth agape, while
surprise succeeds surprise and thrill
follows thrill until the final few mo-
ments, when comes the biggest thrill
OF all.
Spy Headquarters.
The suspense is maintained in a
superior degree throughout the play.
which opens with a prologue showing
the German secret service headquar-
ters in Berlin There a girl spy is
seen getting her instructions to go to
London, where the next act discloses
her in the home OF a British cabinet
member.
To tell the story from that point
on.
Well, dear reader. you know it's
awfully hot. And you know that
you'd like the play all the better IT,.
you weren't let in on all the secrets
beforehand. So we just won't tell
you the story, except to promise that
1t all comes out all right at the end,
even though the Kaiser might find
much to chortle over in the three
acts before Franz Belke gets 1t in
the neck-but there, we almost gave
it away.
Emmett Corrigan, as the German
master spy, gives a wonderful por-
trayal of the character. His every
move, his every infection OF voice,
his every facial change plays a part
to the wonderful characterization
which goes far to make Three Faces
East" a most gripping play.
Zeppelin Raid.
Violet Heming, with a part that re-
quires histrionic ability of a superior
order. fulfills every requirement of
the role. To these two co-stars must
go the lions share OF the credit, for
a fine performance, though one can
not fairly neglect to add a word of
praise for every member of an un-
usually well chosen and capable cast.
The staging is weli-nigh perfect
A most terrifyingly realistic Zeppelin
raid in the second act goes far to
give the audience a taste of what
London is often experiencing.
All in ALL with its many thrills.
with its gripping story, with its
patriotic appeal, with all its excel
lent features, Three Faces East" is
one of the most entertaining and
satisfying plays that has recently
visited the Capital.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06
CASINO.

Seductive Oriental tunes and dances
are mingled with genuine comedy at
the Casino Theater this week. The
title of the unusual production Is
'In India" featuring zallah, the Ger
trude Hoffman OF burlesque.
Zallah "gertrudes" her way through
the show in a number OF unusual
dances Of the Oriental type, all of
which find great favor with the audi
ences at the popular F street bur-
lesque house. Zallah is supported by
a notable cast of principals, of which
George Slocum and Harry Stratton
are the chief comedy elements
They appear in the roles of two
American sailors who find themselves
in the Oriental rulers harem, sur
rounded by a bevy of bewitching
girls. Slocum and Stratton make full
use OF the opportunities for comedy
which this unsual situation presents.
Another pleasing addition to the
program was the appearance of the
well-known Duquesne Comedy -Four,
who scored heavily in an olio number
Parodying the Kaiser mercilessly, the
quartet brought down the house.
The Washington times., 1918-08-06

Making Movie Stars" the headline
attraction, is fairly making roars OF
laughter at Ghe Cosmos Theater this
week. An experienced director. with
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
CANDIDATES ARE MoDEsT7

Over in Meade county there are
several candidates in the field while
in other counties further east the
number is greater. So far no one has
come out to claim a county Office in
Seward county. While we have heard
nothing to this effect, we imagine that
the present officials will all be candi-
dates for reelection, excepting those
who are forbidden to run again.
Still, as a usual thing there should be
several candidates for each Office, and
we are just wondering if the war is
going to limit the crop Of candidates.
During these high price times the
salary of the average county office
does not seem as attractive as for
merly and it may be that some of the
offices will go begging for candidates,
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
First published March T., 1879
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION
Isolated Tract
Public Land Sale
Department Of the Interior

0Cpoi eihSAS ~ va
u. S. Land Office at Dodge City,
Kansas, February IA, 1918.
Notice is hereby given that, as d.
rected by the Commissioner OF the
General Land Office, under provisions
Sec. 2455, R. s., pursuant to the ap-
nlication Of George Carter, Serial No.
014267, we will offer at public sale,
to the highest bidder, but at not less
than $500 per acre, at 10 o'clock G, a.
M on the 18th day Of April, 1918,
next. at this office, the following tract
of land: SEA NEA Sec. IL, I. 80
s., R. 80 w.
The sale will not be kept open, but
will be declared closed when those
present at the hour named have
ceased bidding. The person making
the highest bid will be required to
Immediately pay to the Receiver the
amount thereof.
Any persons claiming adversely the
aboye-described land are advised to
f;le their claims, or objections, on or
before the time designated for sale.
Not coal land.
R. R. WILSON, Register.
42t5 j. v. KILLION, Receiver.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
CLEAN UP THE ALLEYS, FOLKS

CLEAN UP THE ALLEYS, FOLKS
Warm weather is almost here.
Filth breeds disease. Therefore take
warning and clean up the alleys ad-
jacent to your premises. Every breed
ing place Of flies and disease should
be removed at once. This is very
urgent matter; do not put, it off. The
health of the city must be safeguard
ed as much as possible and in this
matter all can assist. We prefer that
you do so voluntarily-do it now.
R. P. SWARTZ,
dis w43t2 City Marshal.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

FOR White Scotch Collies,
thoroughbred, intelligent, rare, use
full and beautiful dogs. There are
only a few White Collies in the
world If you want a dog, get one
of the best for farm work and orna-
mental also. Call and see our dogs,
6 miles west of Liberal, Kansas.-E.
c. Walden. 44tfc
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
First published February %, 1879
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION
Department of the Interior

department. VI Tie lnIcIiOI
U. s. Land Office at Dodge City,
Kansas, February FL, 1918.
Notice is hereby given that Henry
o. Jones, of Liberal, Kansas, who, on
May FL, 1918, made Homestead APP
plication, Serial No. 011733, for
NEA, Section 4, Township 35 S.,
Range 81 w., 9Th P. Meridian, has
filed notice of intention to make
three-year proof, to establish claim
to the land above described, before
Probate Judge of Seward County,
Kansas, at Liberal, Kansas, on the
9Th day of April, 1918.
Claimant names as witnesses: Rob-
ert C. Birchell, Alfred H. McCarter,
Bert E. Hottinger, William P. Davis,
all of Liberal, Kansas.
Not coal land.
R. R. WILSON,
Alto Register.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
Why SUFFER

with the La Grippe, Lumbago and
Rheumatism when the Electric and
Vapor Baths will cure you. The baths
1O6 South Grant Ave-, Liberal, Kans.
eiyen by EMMA E. MANN, M. I. D.,
Phone 2206. ofH
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

Mrs. Frank Wheeler, notary pub
lie in and for Beaver county, Okla
homa, is prepared to do your notarial
work and will make out QUITO license
blanks at Lorena. 32tf
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
Mrs. A. V. EbersOle
TEACHER OF VIOLIN AND PIANO
Phone No. 3343
MILLER BUILDING
DO YOU WANT TO LOSE YOUR
nnNG

II you do not you must keep him
on your premises. There are too
many worthless ours running at large.
II you have a dog you want to keep
please keep it tied up on your prem
ises, as all dogs found running at
large will be shot. This is fair
warning. Kindly heed it.
r. p. SWARTZ,
dis WASP City Marshal.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

AUTOMOBILE FOR SALE-Or
will trade on modern house, or on
land. Call at Montgomery's repair
shop, across the street north from
Riggle Brothers store. 43t3c
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

No washboard, no rubbing, wash
ing made easy; saves work, time and
clothes; just follow the directions on
the wrapper. For sale by j. E.
George Grocery Co. 39tf
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
LADIES W HY

Suffer. Tell your troubles TO EMMA
E. MANN, the lady doctor, and be
cured. She treats all acute and chron-
ic diseases. LOG South Grant Ave.
Liberal, Kans. Phone 2206. 37H
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

FOUND-Gent's watch near Lib
eral depot Owner can have same by
proving property and paying for this
notice.. E. Whitlock, Dalhart,
Texas. 44t3p
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
WantColunn

See our Swedish Cream Separator,
5O0-lb. size, for $4,000. = Thos. W.
Cav. 44t1c
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

FOR SALE-12-room house, all
modern except heat; 2 lots, close in.
Bargain If taken soon.-312 North
Sherman. 38tf
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

FURNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT
1924 N. Kansas Ave. Phone
Az. 44tfc
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

Harry Ravencraft is i'll this week
and unable to be at his post at the
Wiley Drug Store.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21
FOR SALE

Owing to the fact that I expect to
leave the city this spring, / am Of
fering my IL room house, 3 blocks
west Of the post office, for less than
cost. A good bargain if taken soon.
Mrs. Marie DUPONT. 39tf
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

FOR SALE-A 4-wheel John Deere
Lister in fair shape, $500. 3k
south, Y east of Liberal, Kansas
o. L. Cobb. 44t4p
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

FOR SALE-Some extra good,
pure white Dwarf Kafir seed, well
matured, 5 cents per pound. Tyrone,
Okla, Route 2, miles south and
west of Liberal; 81 east and IN
north of Tyrone, Oklahoma R.
Anneler. 43tfc
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

STRAYED OR ToLEN-Sorrel
pony between and 5 years old,
weight about $50, reached name and
wearing red web halter. Finder noti-
fly j. S. Jones at the Peoples State
Bank. 44t1
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

KAFIR SEED-Well matured pure
white Dwarf kafir seed for sale at 6
cents per lb.-W. C. Bryan, miles
south and east Of Liberal. 43tf
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1918-03-21

LAND FOR RENT section Is
miles southeast of LIBERAL. Will d.
vide to suit the customer. Call on
or address G. S. Miller, Liberal,
Route A. 44t4p