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Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
FORMER CHANDLER
 LAWYER RETURNS

CHANDLER, May 2.-Sergeant Ar thur F. Price of Camp Pike, Ark. and Chandler's former well known attor- ney, was in town for short time Tues. day renewing old friendships. MT. Price has just completed a course of study in the officers training camp and is slated for a lieutenancy. He is back on q short furlough. his bride. for merly Miss Louise Chandler, coming with him for a short visit with her parents, MT. and Mrs. Harry L. Chand- Ter of Mesa. MT. Price looks the pie ture of health. He is eager to get to France and when asked to make a statement concerning liberty bonds became serious at once and said it was small part the people at home were asked to take in the war when be- seeched to loan their money to the government He said the people in the valley did not realize the country was at war as much as they did in the east. but believed it was but a matter of few months until everyone was aroused in earnest at the menace of a sinister Germany.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
GLENDALE BUYS AT
 HIGH SPEED RATE

Yesterday proved to be Q red letter day in the annals of Glendale Liberty bond work. McArthur's flying squad ron of bond sellers came out at 9 o'clock The grammar school children were waiting at the booth as well as the women Of the bond committee here. Addresses were delivered by Mrs. White of Omaha, Paul Renau h. gles and Art Rick of Phoenix that made the blood run faster.
 The children led the singing of the Star Spangled Banner" and Amer ica," after which there was music by the McArthur musicians on the big Nash truck. They even brought a piano on the truck and man who could play it, too.@
 Afterward the men. who called them selves 'crowbars." and the women. who styled themselves "separators. '' certainly made good and pried loose and separated the money in exchange for bonds,
 Russians Take Bonds
 S. Ebb, until recently from the northern part of the state. at present living in Phoenix, went with party of local people to the Russian colony and succeeded in selling to the Russians $950 worth of bonds with a promise of more, at a meeting to be held there Friday night. At that time Mir. Ebb will address the Russians in their na . tive language.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
CHANDLER |S OVER TOP FUR LIBERTY
 LOAN; STILL GO|NC

CHANDLER May, 2.-"Over the top and still going is the Chandler edict as this community passed it's quota Tuesday with $1,00O to spare of the Liberty loan bond issue. Wednes- day a special committee consisting of Messrs. Eads and Montgomery of Phoenix and Patee of Mesa added an- other $1,000 to the list A delegation of Phoenix workers headed by Art Rick had come in Tuesday afternoon and delivered a number of short forceful talks. They aided in pushing the local quota over the top.
 The campaign closes Saturday at midnight and the Phoenix headquar ters will remain open until that hour, while vice Chairman Mrs. Joseph Fried berg announces she is ready to sell bonds that night up to II o'clock and will be at the store instead of at the postoffice in the evening. All those who have not yet purchased are urged by the committee to turn out and do so.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
MONDAY CLUB HAS
 DELIGHTFUL TIME

TEMPE, May Zone of the social events of the spring took place Mon day evening at the home of Mir. and Mrs. J. c. Steels, when MT. and Mrs. Steele and MT and Mrs. Charles Mos fer entertained the Monday club. The beautiful home was decorated in Amer ican flags and red, white and blue flags. The evening was spent in auc- tion bridge and dancing after which a three course luncheon was served. Mrs. A. B. Clark made the high score of the evening.
 The guests were. Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Clark, Dr. and Mrs. R. l.. Alexander. Mir. and Mrs, F. P Carr. Dr. and Mrs R. J. flight, MT. and Mrs. Estus, MT and Mrs. A. S. Herzberg, MT and Mrs. $. J. Carter, MT. and Mrs. O. Murchinson, MT. Fred Hiatt. Mrs A. A. Gibson. Mrs 0. c. McNary. Mrs M West. Mrs. c. H. Risser of Payson and Miss Myrtle Carter
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Duron-LaPaulia

A big meeting was held Sunday at the home of Jesus DurOn west of town when Miss Carmen Duron became the bride of Vincent LaPaglia. At o'clock in the afternoon Justice D. M. Arnold pronounced the words that made them man and wife. An orchestra furnished the music for the dancing Jnat followed while later refreshments were served. Nearly loo Spanish and American peo- pie attended and fine time was en- joyed. MT. LaPaglia, who is a pros- porous Italian rancher, has prepared a commodious home for his bride. and they will go to housekeeping at once. The bride is a charming and talented young woman and the couple has the good wishes of a host of friends in their new life.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
W. |. I. J. WANTS
 POOL HALLS CLOSED

A feature of the convention held in Phoenix by the Arizona Woman's Christian Temperance Union was the adoption of a resolution calling upon Governor Hunt to include in his mes sage to the next legislature the re- quest for a law abolishing pool halls. or at least closing them for the period of the war.
 This action was taken following an address by Mrs. Pauline O'Neil.
 Mrs. O'Neil's address was the third of a series touching upon present day conditions. MT. Elliot. of the food con servation board spoke. on Food Ra- tionng and the Necessity for Absolute Compliance with all Government Food Regulations" Dr. Neffs address was upon health and vice conditions of the present time.
 Morning Session
 The convention was called to order by the state president, Mrs. Imogene LaChance. and the morning hours given over to the appointment and work of committees and reports from the officers and delegates in attend ance. closing with an interesting dis cussion of state adoption" and widows pension laws by Miss Christ jana Gilchrist, superintendent of the penal and reformatory department of the Arizona w. c. T. T..
 Afternoon Discussion
 At the afternoon session Mr. Mar shall of Tucson president of the state temperance federation gave a short talk upon the temperance issues of the day. Mrs. Grady Gammage. state or ganizer for the w.. C. T. L.. after a report of her years work, rendered her resignation to the union. such action on her part having been necessitated by ill health. The resignation was ac- cepted.
 The purchase of a s100 Liberty bond for the state W. C. T. l.. was also de- cided upon by the convention.
 Officers Elected
 Officers elected for the ensuing year are as follows:
 Mrs. Imogene LaChance. Phoenix, president
 Mrs. Florence l. Day Winslow, first vice president.
 Mrs. Mabel w. Moffitt. Tucson, sec ond vice president.
 Mrs. Hattie E. Buck, Tempe, treas urer.
 Mrs. F. B. Stevens, Phoenix, cores bonding Secretary.
 Mrs. C. B. Wood, Phoenix, Recording secretary.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
CONMUNTY TYCOUNCI[
 |S CHANDLER PLAN

CHANDLER. May "A meeting has been called for next Monday evening at the school house for the purpose of perfecting an organization or patriot ic league for Chandler The league will be branch of the county council of defense and will work in coniunc- tion with that organization. All who are interested in aiding the government in its war work are appealed to to turn out. Officers will be elected consti- tuition adopted and other measures dis cussed.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
TEMPE COMMUNITY CLUB WILL RALLY
 IN BOOST MEETING

TEMPE, May 2.-The Community club will hold an important meeting at the city hall. this evening to which all interested ih this city are invited. The meeting will be called at S:30 o'clock. Tempe is on the map, was the first town in the valley to exceed the quota in the third Liberty loan and all citizens of the town should be at this evenings meeting to help boost Tempe, believe those in charge of the meeting.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
NEW BO|VD LIST NOT
 READY FUR PRINTER

Owing to the big task of making out the cards and lists of bond buyers, it was found impossible to get the in- formation ready for this mornings pa per It is hoped that on Friday the committee will be able to print the list of the bond buyers through the banks up to Wednesday evening.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Funeral of Mrs. HurI Barnes

The funeral of Mrs. Hurl Barnes. mention of whose death was made in The Republican, was held yesterday afternoon at the Methodist church. Rev. D. H. Reid officiated The pail bearers were selected from the local Odd Fellows lodge, and were: c. Fred Bracket, R. $. Longmore Walter Bell, Owen Davies, Harold Longmore and K. l.. Mumford
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Choice Program at Club Meetinu

At the regular meeting of the Mesa Women's club, to be held on Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, there will be a discussion of the department work to be undertaken next year Members are urged to be present and to be on time.
 The program will be furnished by the Arizona School of Music and will be a treat to music lovers. The following numbers will be given: Violin, Sons of the Puzta" .
 kella Bella Edith Liebenow; accompanist. Mrs. A.
 Liebenow '"The Years at the Spring ....
 Mrs. H. H. 4. Beach Clara Wilkey; accompanies, Mrs.
 Charles W. Ferry Song, "A Perfect Day
 Carrie Jacobs Bond Clara Wilkey: accompanist, Mrs.
 Charles W. Ferry. Violin obligato. Edith LiebenOw; accompanist, Mrs A.
 Liebenow. After the program, tea will be served
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
OVLY FOUR STATE
 EMPLOYES ARE OUT

At the close of the days business at the state house last evening. only four officials and employees of the Cap itol had not subscribed to bonds of inc Third Liberty loan issue, it was stated.
 However. through the energetic work of Sam Proctor, who has charge of the Liberty loan campaign in the state house and other public buildings and hotels. and with the able assistance of David F. Johnson treasurer of sta;o. it is confidently expected that when the campaign closes on Saturday night they wh be abie to. report that the state house is 100 per cent American.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
News of Death of Friend

Prof. R. B. BeclIwith of the Nor nal faculty yesterday received a tele- gram telling him of the death of d friend while in action in France these men were roommates for three years while at college.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Red Cross Report

The March report of the local Red Cross, while a little late, will be read with interest. There was a balance o1 S9L07 from the preceding month re- ports Treasurer Arnold. The first auction netted $202.21, the mems din ner brought in $126.75, the two dances S65.75 and other receipts $12.5O mak- ing a total of $407.21. Supplies amount ing to $19S.40 were purchased leaving a balance of $3055S
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Headquarters Tent Destroyed

Capt. George Sharman, command ing the Roosevelt detachment of regu- lars,-lost his headquarters tent yester- day morning by fire. which originated from the explosion of small quantity of gasoline.
 The officers clothing and other per sonal belongings were destroyed. His official records were saved.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Chautauaua Meeting

A meeting was held Tuesday eve ming in the school house for the pur- pose of interesting Chandler people in the Mesa Chautauqua which starts next week. H. L. Chandler, Elijah AL len and Marshal Louis Metins, a lec- turer of note, were down and made short talks.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
New Route for Republican

Ezra King, assistant circulating manager of The Republican, was out yesterday establishing another route for the paper. This was necessary to accommodate the new subscribers for the paper. F. F.. Barlow has been out a few days getting new subscribers and finds the people are anxious to get the news from the front and the pub lished list of names of those killed and wounded each day.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Mary Pickford at the Majestic

At the Majestic today, Mary Pick ford will be seen in what many of her admirers consider her best play. The Pride of the Clan" in which the little film favorite portrays the part of a dainty Scotch lassie. A Bray picto- graph will complete the bill.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Funeral of D. La Plant

D. La Plant was buried yesterday. The service took place at the Metho- dist Episcopal church. Rev. James E. Ferris officiated. The family of Earl La Plant and Mrs. Warren a daughter. wish to express their heartfelt thanks to friends for kindnesses shown dur ing the last illness and sympathy after the death of their father
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Make Neat Sum for Work

Misses Zona Peel and Jessie Gruwell took an active part in the Liberty loan celebration of last Friday The girls sold some 14 gallons of ice cream in addition to large quantities of punch and the new proceeds from their drive was $23.45.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02

It was so exquisitely done that the audience vociferously demanded an en- core, and they were suddenly swept to their feet by the magnificent Bottle Cry of France "The Marseilles.''
 Miss Merta Work at the piano proved herself an accompaniste of marked ability. In sympathy with the singer al all times, she displayed wonderful mu- steamship and much is due her for tha artistic success of the concert.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Improvinq Crossings

The city council has a force of men at work improving the street cross ings and filling in low places in the roads in town.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Cotton Meetino Called Later

The meeting Of the Stockholders of the Tempe Cotton exchange which was called last Monday was postponed until June 1 when it is hoped that there will be a good representation
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
New Stenoqrapher

Miss Stowe of Phoenix has taken a position as stengrapher at the office of the Arizona Cotton Growers asso- citation, succeeding Miss Theresa My CTS.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Go Overland to Globe

Nr. and Mrs D. H. Cooper started yesterday for Globe to visit several days. They were accompanied as far as Roosevelt by Mrs. Edna Cooper.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
EnIists In Navy

Eddie Black. a well known young man here, has enlisted in the navy and expects to leave shortly to assume his job for Uncle Sam.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Chautaucua Comino Saturday

Saturday evening the Ellison White Chautauqua will give it's opening pro- gram in Mesa.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Glendale Department

Mrs. Shively, correspondent; L. E. kingman, circulation. Phone your items to 50; Phone your troubles to 67.
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02

BRIDWELL wants to go to ship- yards; must sell blacksmith shop be- fore he goes; no reasonable offer re- fused Glendale, Phone 56 5m
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02

Do not wait till tomorrow-phone that WANT AID, to The Republican and dispose of or get what you want
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02

Do not wait till tomorrow-phone that WANT AID, to The Republican and dispose of, or get what you want
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
New Flaq Pole Now

Tempe is again to have flag way ing from the top of the Butte, enough money having been subscribed. Col lections are now being taken for a new falg pole. The flag and light on the Butte have in the past brought much comment from strangers who go through the town, but the flag became easily entangled in the wires support ing the pole and soon whipped to pieces
Arizona republican., 1918-05-02
Pvthians Will Not Hold Service

FyIHTdHS VIII Nct nOId SerVICe
 The Pythian Sisters will not hold the memorial services which they had planned for next Sunday morning.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
BANKERS WANT \ EXCESS TAX
 I LAW REPEALED
Claim It's Need Has Passed Lamont Advocates FOrma-
 tiOn of Bureau.

Atlantic City, Dec. 13.---Members Of fhs Investment Bankers Assoc1auoh
 If America, whose three day cohVen- ion here ended Wednesday night
 vent to Washington yesterday 10 lay lIefore Congress a resolution adopteo lyv the convention calling for the re- .,aal of excess profits tax laws at the earliest moment and the disconttnu- anoe of such legislation now pending.
 The association favored war prof ,ts tax solely as g. war measure anU nffered it's corporation to the Federal authorities in the preparation ot s1ch
 ax laws. The bankers now declare l, hat the necessity for this tax has snded
 Thomas W, Lamont, chairman or he committee on foreign securities dyocated the establishment by the .ssociation of an agency for the gath ring of detailed information con uernins the foreign countries into which American capital, as represent ed by the interest payment on loans 70 the Allies, will flow in the near 1u- Lure.
 MT. Lamont also called for the ere Caton of an educational bureau to dis ,,eminate general information as to foreign investments.
 ] l'Never has @ country been confront | Id as ours Is today with such i'm ,nense possibilities for sound, eco- | lornIo and commercial development
 :sbroad," he said, "and never before ! .ias @ country had such an oppor- ] unity as ours to render a great ser
 'ttce to mankind"
 i. Higher commissions for transac-
 sions in government bonds were asked Tor by William R. Compton, chairman
 If the committee on United States
 government bonds, and the sentiment },f the delegates was strongly in fa- l ur cf increased rates. MT. Compton advocated the adoption of the so- ,sa1led Canadian plan, under which all bankers and bond dealers are licensed md each dealer pledges himself to
 ,ieal through a government pool. This plan puts a premium on nquidating of bonds and provides a fair profit for
 he bond dealer.
 Mr, Compton said the return ot l)eace would bring a tremendous flood cf opportunities for investment in
 private undertakings and doubted ErRhether the public would continue tc ftubsorBbe to government securitiee Itfbera1ly if these securities gre offered Vt @. low rate, contain taxable features fund are offered for sale at prices out s,R line with other prime investment opportunities.
 Lewis B. Franklin, who spoke as Q representative of the Treasury De- tlartuaept declared that while the kf Treasury officials favored higher com <, n1ss1on rates for dealers in govern E:nent bonds it had been found i'm E,lracticaable to follow the Canadian .1an.
 The convention closed with a ban
 'guet at wfTSch Assistant Secretary O. { he Treasury LeffingwelI was the principal speaker. William c. Baker
 IT,, of Baltimore was chosen pfesi Ia Ssnt of the association.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13

Weather: Partly cloudy tonight and Saturday
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13

ouinfne That Does Not Affect Head Because of its tonic and laxative ef sect. LAXATIVE PROMO QUININE CTablets) can be taken by anyone without causing nervousness or ring ,ug in the head. There is only one
 Promo Quinine." F. W, GROVES ,ignature on the box. 30c.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Clothes for Men.

Chance for men to get out of uniform and save dollars.
 Chance for men who've not been in un- form to equip with new suit and over coat-and save dollars.
 There's been no shortage of good clothes for men here.
 Usual fine sorts and big quantities from our regular tailors; including Kup- penheimer and Hart Schaffner & Marx. Now those fine sorts go at prices to make men mighty glad.
 Both suits and overcaots, worth $20 to $50 $165O to $37.5O
 Main floor, rear.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
TO-DAY'S WANTS

WANTED ED-Experienced book keep ing and stenographing. Call Union Light Co.,, 192 Fairfield Ave. T12s"p U. S. ENGINEER OFFICE. NEW LONDON, CT.-A public hearing will DC held in the Council Chamber, City Hall, Bridgeport, at ] 1 a. m., Dec. 20, 1918, concerning the approval of plans for a proposed highway bridge to re- olaca the Washington bridge acrosg aousatonic river at Stratford
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Whittall S9O ru6s-S75

Whittall $9O rugs-S75 Rich and staunch Royal Worcester rugs of carpet size.
 Handsome Oriental patterns and ar tistic color effects.
 Nine by 12 feet in size, give long ser vice, never grow tiresome. Just a few, regular $9O- $75
 Third floor.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Kodak fits

Ohrlstmas stocking. Yes, Kodak fits Christmas sock too. And men get as much enjoyment from Kodak as anybody else.
 Clever Kodak is the Vest-pocket. Takes up no room but takes a fine clear sharp picture,
 Never in the way; always ready for duty.
 Picture 5-8 by 2 1-2 inches, easily en- larged to postcard size $5O Plenty of other and larger Kodaks NOW $11 to $55
 -1~3 Fourth floor.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
'Kerchiefs flutter!

Breeze of special price sets these lit tie lots of handkerchiefs waving
 Women's initial kerchiefs of linen, worth 25c- 19c Mems plain linen handkerchiefs, full size, worth 25g- 19c Women's dainty all-linen handker- chiefs, worth 15c-- 121ac
 Center, reaE
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Worthy Jewelry of extra value.

As example, wrist watches of the new white or green gold in diamond shape
 Case is IS carat movement is 15 jew eIed, value is $40 on the regular Rowland scale of close profts-special at $35
 Platinum LaVallieres set with bril- liant diamonds, regular $121- $1OO
 Dinner rings of platinum set with dia- monds or pearl combined with diamonds, regular $110- $95
 Left aisle front - '
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Gillette razor

Tor his g1ft. Yes; the temporary famine is over-- for time.
 And here are Gillettes just in time for Christmas
 Give a head-barber shave: suit the most-critical of men. In good case $5 Extra sets of blades for the man who already owns Gillette Soc
 Fourth floor.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Wagons that whiz to boys delieht.

to boys delight.
 Dandy coaster wagons that boy can sit in and steer with no whit of trouble. Ball bearings to make 'em go faster and good brake to slow 'em up $6 Express wagons, several sizes and sorts-fnest have side-boards and ball bearings $1.75 to $7.50
 Third floor.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Clever holiday boxes

Covered with holly and poinsetta pa per in cheerful Christmas colors. Many sizes; to hold many articles. Worth double their special prices of
 7c to $50 Main foer Tear.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13

Two working bus side by de the holiday and Each eager do its best offering best merchandise Special lots limited quantity; enough of last through
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Men s shoes saving.

Of extra interest to men who like youthful smart shoes-and appreciate good fit and service.
 Dark mahogany calfskin and good black calfskin.
 English type, clever tip, eyelets to top, Neolin sole, rubber heel.
 Regular $8 shoes $6.95
 Main floor, rear.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
BOY WANTED
Must be IS or 16 years old. Apply Business Of- fce Bridgeport Times.
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Loretta Abbotts, my wife. and I liv- ng apart will not be responsible or any debts contracted by her in my 1Ame.
 ALERT ABBOTTS, -Pi4sSp 1G9 Deacon Street, City.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13
Rogers silver now at half

That famous silverplate-Rogers 1S47.
 A discontinued pattern-but grace full attractive one. Right down to one half of usual price, Teaspoons and other sizes, knives, and forks and individual pieces-an at
 just 12
 Left aisle, front.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1918-12-13

Santa Claus is very real person to eve spoiled and lost his faith i'm the merry old to work with all his helpers. ..-..-