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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30
LOSING THEIR PUNCH.

A close observer now with the AL
lies army in France says barring
the worst hard luck imaginable for
the Allies, the German armies never
again will be able to drive forward
with the punch they carried when
they opened their series of 1913
drives last March.
Today, the starting point of the
fifth year of war, it seems to De
merely question of time before a
forced retreat to defensive. positions
will have to be carried out by the
boche in the hope that it will be pos
SbIe to obtain peace before the
stream Of arriving Americans so
SwellS the forces of the Allies that
an unconditional surrender will be
forced.
1t is IN open secret that it is be-
coming increasingly difficult to fill
the German field depots. Boys of the
younger German classes cannot be
counted in the same class with the
Americans who are daily arriving in
such numbers as to completely nullify
Germany'S new crop.
Documentary evidence in the hands
of the British Army shows that Cen
eral Ludendorff fears political re-
suits at home from too quickly SHOW
ing boys into battle. The German
people, who reluctantly consented to
the participation in battle by these
youths to gain the promised victory
that was foreseen in the hope of
bringing about an early peace, are
beginning to feel they have been be-
trayed. Opposition is growing to
the giving up of the remaining sons
for cannon fodder.
A sergeant, recently captured, de-
clares drafts are being filled with
the utmost difficulty. Prince Rup-
precht's army is practically the. only
fit reserve left on the west front.
The Crown Prince, it is declared, has
only five first-class divisions lett.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30
A CLOUD IN WASHINGTON.

Charging that the sanitary condl-
tions of many Of the hotels and res
taurants of the District of Columbia
are a menace to health as we'll as
source of wealth to prottcer mana
gers, Representative Carey, Of Wis
cons;n. has introduced resolution i'll
the House of Representatives asking
an investigation by q joint commit
tee of Congress
The action of the military comman-
der at Camp Humphreys forbidding
soldiers encamped at that place from
eating or drinking in Alexandria was
exploited by Washington newspapers.
This blot upon our city was thus
spread broadcast over the eutn"
country, and the trade with soldiers
who had previously visited our city
was diverted to Washington.
We have for Weeks watched train
follow train filled with soldiers on
their way to the capital city, where
they were allowed to eat, drink and be
merry
The members of the military guard
in this city patrol the streets, keep
ing their eyes upon restaurants, lunch
rooms, confectioneries, etc, and
wherever soldiers from Camp Humph-
reys are found they are ordered out.
This order caused general regret in
our city, anl the action Of the federal
and state aUthoritatics in starting .
cleanup here has given the impress
sion without that Alexandria is the
abode of much sickness. As 4 mat
ter of fact, however, there is nothing
above the normal during the summer
months to cause anxiety, and the
rapid work of cleaning up in every
section has brought conditions which
will doubtless appeal to the authori-
ties. an tthis edict may be revoked
within the next few days.
But while we are nursing our own
wounds the announcement is made
that Washington. the capital OF the
United States. with all its sanitary
sslsws, precautions and health appli-
FENCES. IS not as Caesars wife. It
nay be necessary TO do unto Wash
iagton which has been done 70 Alex
anG2ia.
We have no disposition 70 be re-
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30
NOTICE
! We are pleased to announce that we are now
located at 40 South Pitt Street. where we will give
all orders prompt attention.
JOS vi. ARMSTRONG,

Confusion exists behind the German
lines. There is indecision every
where.
Manifestly there is a question of
whether Germany is not now putting
up colossal bluff while trying to
hide hopeless conditions behind 4
wall of imitation steel.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30
SPECIAL NOTICES

The regular annual meeting of the
stockholders of the United States
Realty Company of Washington, D. c.,
Incorporated, will be held on Wednes-
day, July 81, 1918, at 2 p. M, at its
principal Office, III South Fairfax
street, Alexandria, Va, for the cleo
ton of officers and directors and such
other business as may properly come
before it.
John D. Harmon, Jr.,
169-tf Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30
MISCELLANEOUS.

CASH FOR OLD FALSE TEETH
Don't matter if broken. I pay $500
to $500 per set, also cash for old
gold, silver, platinum, dental gold
and old gold jcwelry. VIII send
cash by return mail and will hold
good ten days for sender's approval
of my price. Mail to L. Mazer, 2007
So. 5th St., Phila., Pa.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

A special meeting of the stock
holders of the McLachlen Banking
Corporation for the election of direc-
tors, the amendment of its bylaws
and other business, will be held at
No. lot North Fairfax Street, Alex
andria, Va, on August II, 1918 at 10
o'clock, A. M.
A. M. McLachlen, President
E. H. McLachlen, Acting Sec.
159-30t.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

FOR SALE-A good grazing and
dairy farm with 40 acres-35 in Gull
tivation; fine water supply; horse
stable with s box stalls; cow stable
with concrete floor, for 80 COWS; fine
young orchard of over 100 fruit
trees; six miles south of Alexan-
dria and one-half mile from Fran
coma station, Fairfax County, Va.
Apply to Laurence Stabler, 4l5
Prince street, Alexandria, Va.
1915
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30
WANTED.

" NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.; good wages
to right person. Experience not
necessary; also short order cook;
pay SIS per week. Apply Monticello
Cafe. lI6-tt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30
Washington, d. G.

BOYS WANTED-We need the serv-
ices of a number Of Grammar
School boys for permanent part
time work. The boys we select will
be given an opportunity to earn,
learn and advance. Apply to S. F.
Dyson & Bro, 420 King Street, AL
exandria, Va.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

WANTED-Fireman: eight hours; ID
cents an hour; only frst-class men
nleed apply. Alexandria County
Lighting Co, Plant, foot Wolfe st.
1866
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30
FOR SALE AND RENT.

FOR RENT-Two furnished rooms
suitable for light housekeeping. Ap
ply 514 North Washington street.
1SG-1t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

Of keys. Owner can
obtain same by applying to Ga
Zctte Office. 1S0-lt.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

FOR SALE-Finely located Cigar,
Confectionery and News Stand;
cheap rent ill health of owner only
reason for selling. Inquire of John
D. Normoyle, cor. King and Royal
streets. Phone 5G4.
Z y; 1856
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

WANTED-Woman for general
homework. Room, board and good
wages. Mrs. H. 3. Cation, North
Braddork. 1905.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

FOR SALE-Good paying, retail bust
ness; established; best reasons fer
selling ;terms to suit. City P. O.
Box 101. 1881
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

FOR RENT-Furnished rooms. Ap-
ply Gil Queen street. 1922
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-07-30

FOR SALE-Overland, 5-passenger
Touring car, just orerhauled; tires,
paint and battery first class; cleo
trio lights and starter apply Truck
House. 1851
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
Dodd's Kidney Pills
Relieve After Six
Years Suffering

Geo. Frock, of Springfield. O., was 80
delighted with Dodd's Kidney Pills that
he wrote us as follows:
For six years ! suffered with kidney
trouble. l had chills, stiffness In tho
Joints and severe cramps in the muscles.
suffered greatly with headaches and
packache and had heavy dragging sem
sation across my loins. My sleep was
broken and unrefreshing and awolee in
the morning with a bitter taste In my
mouth. I was tired and nervous and be-
came exhausted with the least exertion.
! have used four boxes of Dodd's Kidney
Pills and they have helped me more than
anything l ever used, and / believe they
will effect q cure
Mighty few people realize in time that
Kidney Trouble is making its advances
upon their health. They put off treat
ment--they say, "Oh, I'll be all right in a
day or two" And tho malady tightens its
grip. Result: Bright's Disease. hospital
treatment. Doctors bills--often death.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

knit a square several times. Both
boys and girls like the work.
They are taught to splice the yarn
when 1t must be joined or to leave ends
two or three inches long to be darned
In. All knots and ridges are to be
avoided. When they have learned to
knit the squares they can take up the
mufilers. For these they must use the
regulation gray or khaki colored yarn
that Is sold for army garments, and
one pair of No. 3 needles. For a muf
fer 21a hanks Of yarn ia pound) are
needed Cast on 80 stitches Cor few
more or less If necessary to make q
width Of IL inches. Knit in the same
way as for the squares, with the plain
or garter stitch until the muller is 6s
inches long,
Wristlets may be knitted on No. 2
needles, using one pair. They require
" hank of yarn (1a pound). Cast on
AS stitches, knit 2 and purl 2 for II
inches, and sew up, leaving 2 inches
open space for the thumb inches be-
low the edge. The next garment to be
taken up in the course of training Is
considerably more difficult than the
muller, but only requires two needles,
Direction for 1t will be given In an.
other article.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

In instructing schoolchildren in knit
ting, they must begin with the simplest
things first and advanced to those that
are more difficult. as in anything else.
Some of the schools started out with
the six-inch squares made of colored
yarns on No. 8 needles, and after that
they undertake mufflers, then wristlets.
The squares are used by the Red Cross
by joining them to make small quilts
or coverlets.
Yarn and knitting needles can be
purchased either from stores or Red
Cross chapters. The standardized
Red Cross needles are In three sizes,
and their numbers and sizes are as fol-
lows:
Knitting needles, No. 1851 ,0C0
inch in diameter.
Knitting needles, No. 2-175-1 600
inch in diameter.
Knitting needles. No. 3-20O-1 600
inch In diameter.
The children use No. needles. They
are first taught to least on and to
avoid making their first stitches too
tight. Beginning on the small squares
the children practice until they can
make the stitches even and firm. They
must be taught to pick up a dropped
stitch and sometimes ravel out and re-
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
B0SCHEE'S GERMAN SYRUP

will quiet your cough. soothe the in
fiammation of sore throat and lungs,
stop irritation In the bronchial tubes,
insuring good nights rest, free from
coughing and with easy expectoration
in the morning. Made and sold in
America for fifty-two years. A won
derful prescription, assisting Nature in
building up your. general health and
throwing off the disease. Especially
useful in lung trouble, asthma, Group,
bronchitis, etc. For sale in all civil
lied countries.-Adv.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

be used instead of sour cream.
Goldfish With Egg Sauce.-Soak
large pieces of homeless Goldfish over
night in cold water, then simmer slow
ly in the morning after draining from
the first water. To rich white sauce
add one or two hard cooked eggs sliced
and carefully stirred in just before
pouring the sauce over the cooked
fish.
To save butter for cake making,
seasoning of vegetables and for vari-
GUS uses where butter seems indispen-
sible try this combination: One pound
each of lard and suet melted, the suet
of course tried out and mixed with
the lard, then add pound of butter,
mix well and use as butter. The but
ter f1avors the mixture so well, that
more lard and suet may be used with
a pound of butter, with good results.
Ham Mousse.-Put sufficient cold
broiled ham through the food chopper.
Stir into two cupfuls of the ham
tablespoonful of gelatine dissolved in
little water then add half cupful
of boiling water. Season with pepper
and mustard then add half a cupful
of heavy cream whipped stiff. Turn
into molds and set in the &c chest to
harden. Serve with a mayonnaise
dressing and with hot boi ed cabbage
and boiled rice.
Transparent Pudding.-tJook a cup
full of pearl tapioca in sufficient water
to cover and until it is transparent.
Stir in quarter of cur full of sugar,
the grated rind and juice of lemon,
when. the sugar is dissolv ed turn into
a glass serving dish. Whsn cold serve
with powdered sugar and cream.
A good mixture of fats for use In
place of butter except for the table
is a pound, of suet, a pound of lard and
a pound of butter. Try out the suet,
strain it and stir in the lard and but
ter. The butter will flavor the three
pounds of fat sufficiently to make 1t
nearly as good as butter.
Cranberry Pudding.-Sift together
two cupfuls of flour, a pinch of salt,
and three teaspoonfuls of baking pow
der. Add sufficient milk to make a
batter pudding, stir in a cupful Of
sweetened and strained cranberry
Jelly and steam for an hour and half.
Serve with hard sauce.
N... hle4 .,saQ
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

Mothers love to make dainty finery
for their little girls at any season Of
the year, but more especially now, at
the season when indoors is more In
viting than outdoors. In the North
the long winter evenings must be filed
somehow and leisurely sewing on pref
ty white clothes is as much pastime
as work. Many mothers count on jan
uary and February as the time for get
ting the little ones sewing out Of the
way, before the approach of Easter
compels them to give time and attention
to the more important needs of them
selves.
In January dry goods stores put on
their annual sales Of white goods and
present their !. new-seagon models In
children's frocks - assortments are
complete and prices low, so the mer-
chant plays into the hands of those
patrons who count on making up lin
gerie and children's clothes at this
time. Styles for little folks do not
change much; there Is so little room
for improvement in them. We all like
to see the same sheer white fabrics
trimmed with the same simple needle
work, or fine embroidery and lingerie
laces that we have come to associate
always with babyhood.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
Hustlino Town.

Lord Northcliife, ut farewell din
ner, expressed his admiration for
American hustle.
ION train the other day he said.
II heard dialogue that brought out
your hustling qualities beautifully.
I'm from Ashton said a man.
Finest little town in the middle West'
"'Ashton?' sneered another man. 4
don't think much Of Ashton
"'You don't? When were you there
lastg said the first man.
1.-Two weeks ago
"'Oh, well, said the Ashtonian, you
ought to see her now r"
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

pieces which may be ironed while the
more particular ironing is being done.
The ironing sheet should of course be
little extra folding and press or two
they are ready for clothes bars. When
travelling, small boxes or pieces of
pasteboard will keep waists and small
articles from getting rumpled. These
may be labeled, saving the opening OF
wrong boxes.
To removed hot-water marks from
5apanned tray, try rubbing with lit
tie sweet oil. After the marks have all
disappeared, polish the tray with a
little dry -four and soft dus,er.
Equal parts of ammonia and turpen.
tine will take paint out of clothing
even If well dried. Saturate the spot
two or three times and then wash in
soapsuds.
Window shades that have become
cracked may be repainted with an oil
paint. using care to keep them fiat.
Dry thoroughly and turn to give the
other side of the shade a coat. Win
uOW SIdueS are gong up III piiSc DO
the other household articles, so IL we
can renew them by such treatment 1t
will be an economy.
When cleaning mopboards, protect
the walls from careless spotting with a
large piece of pasteboard, held against
the wall during the process Of clean
ing. In these days of sugar conserva-
ton, the children will be made happy
with animal crackers, dipped in vari-
Gus colored frostings, or a fondant
may be used. A cheap and effective
mixture for chapped hands is thick
paste made of lard and -four well
mixed and rubbed into the hands at
night 1t will be well to wear gloves
to protect the bedding from the fat
Never throw water on burning OIL
it only scatters it. Smolder 1t with
anything nearest at hand, sand. earth,
or even with -four.
A brush and a can of paint and var
nish will do wonders in home, to
make things look better and give them
a new lease of life.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
disasters Of onsst Magnitude.

Catastrophies on land since 1900, in
which more than 1000 persons lost
their lives: 1908. Italy, earthquake,
164,S50 killed; 1902, Martinique, earth
quake and fire, 10000 SiN.d; 1915,
Italy, earthquake, $4,000 killed; 1889,
Japan. flood 10000 killed, 1870 Gal
weston, tidal wave, 1000 killed; 1859,
Quito, earthquake, 5000 killed; 1896,
China, flood, 5000 killed; 1S42. Cape
Haytien. earthquake, 1000 killed; 1894,
Venezuela. earthquake, 5000 killed;
1887, Japan, tidal wave, 1900 killed;
1889. Iohnstown, Pa, flood 2.275
killed; 1910, Japan, flood, 1000 killed;
1910, Costa Rica, earthquake, 1000
killed; 1917, Halifax, explosion, 2,N0
killed.-Capper's Weekly.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
FOR
KIDNEY AILMENTS

There is only one medicine that really
stands out pre-eminent as a medicine for
durable ailments Of the kidneys, liver
and bladder.
DR.. Kilmer's Swamp Root stands the
highest for the reason that it has proven
to be just the remedy needed in thou
sands upon thousands of distressing cases.
Swamp Root, physicians prescription for
special diseases, makes friends quickly be-
cause its mild and immediate effect is
soon realized in most cases. 1t is a gen.
tie, healing vegetable compound.
Start treatment at once. Sold at all
drug stores in bottles of two sizes, medi-
UNI and large.
However, if you wish first to test this
great preparation send ten cents TO DIR.
Kilmer & Co., Binghamton, n. Y, for a
sample bottle. When writing be sure and
mention this paper.-Adv.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
"CoId I'm the Head"

Ia an acute attack of Nasal Catarrh. Per.
sons who are subject to frequent colds
In the head" will find that the use OF
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE will
build up the System, cleanse the Blood
and render them less liable to colds.
Repeated attacks Of Acute Catarrh may
lead to Chronic Catarrh
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE is taxi
en- internally and acts through the Blood
on the Mucous Surfaces of the System.
All Druggists 75c. Testimonials free.
$4,000 for any case of catarrh that
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE will not
cure.
r. J. Cheney G. Co.. Toledo. Ohio.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
Did Not Mean Rlqht Now.

At lecture weIl-kn0wn authority
on economics mentioned the fact that
In some parts of America the number
of men was considerably larger than
that OF women, and he added, humor-
ously:
81 can. therefore. recommend the la
dies TO emigrate to that part"
A young woman seated In one Of the
;ast rows of the auditorium got up and,
full of Indignation, left the room rath-
err noisily whereupon the lecturer re-
markell; 81 did not mean that it
should be done In such hurry"
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
Economy.

81 just don't know what I'm going
to do for clothes this winter" COM
planned Mrs. Brown-Jones. Every
thing is getting so dreadfully expen-
sivel"
why don't yon take up interpretive
dancing?" inquired the head Of the
family. 81 guess | can afford to buy
you d couple of yards Of cheesecloth."
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

Above dress-up frock for the smah
lady of three or four years is pictured.
1t Is made Of fine batiste and narrow
val lace. This is frock for state oc-
casions, like birthday party, in the
life of the little miss. 1t is, therefore,
INDUCED in more lace and embroidery
than any other Of her belongings.
1t is cut with a long body and q
short, full skirt, scalloped at the bot
tom. There is a straight piece Of fine
swiss embroidery down the front set In
with lace insertion at each side. Little
jacket fronts are set on at each side
with val edging set In scant ruff
fie on the edges.
Rosettes of pink satin ribbon at each
side of the front emphasize the begin
ming and the end of a skirt sash that
marks the joining of the waist and
skirt wide soft ribbon makes this
sash very splendid affair that
matches up well with the hat of pink
ribbon and white lace. There is a
miniature rose on its brim. No won
der the little one is calmly conscious Of
being well dressedi
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
He Got the Girl.

81 am amazed that you should pro-
pose to my daughter. You have not
known her a week"
Eyes, but have known you for some
time, and everybody says your daugh-
ter takes after you?
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
RECIPE FOR GRAZ HAIR.

To half pint Of water add l o. Bay
Rum, small box Of Ba1bo Compound,
and Il OF. of glycerine. Any druggist can
put this up or you can mir it at home at
very little cost. Full directions for maxi
ing and use come in each box of Barbo
Compound. 1t will gradually darken
streaked, faded gray hair, aud make it soft
and glossy. 1t will not color the scalp, is not
sticky or greasy, and does nos rub off. Adv.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
Had His Way.

'Ill just scream II you attempt to
kiss me-" said the sweet young thing.
"But / dor't want you to scream" re-
piled the young man.
"You don't want me to scream?"
mo"
Oh, very well. That's like man.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

more QcIlCdt6
than If chopped.
For cold slaw add
thick sour cream,
a little sugar, salt
and a dash Of
vinegar If the
cream is not too
sour. Sweet cream
and vinegar may
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

TIUSe water OF very tHIN
starch and dried over 4
coat hanger.
One woman who has
much fiat ironing to do
economies her strength
by using a large kitchen
table, spreading towels
had Imam apd cuch ffof
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

The trouble with most stories is
that 1t is customary to add few lies
to make them interesting.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

The secret of success in life Is for
a man or woman to be ready for his
opportunity when 1t comes-Disraeli.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

A bushel Of fun Is sometimes fol-
lowed by peck of trouble.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
SOME GOOD PLAIN DISHES.

Shred cabbage with sharp knife
cutting it as fine as possible, 1t will be
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

Piles Cured in to IA Days
Druggists refund money II PAZo OINTMENT fails
Itching Blind, Bleeding or Protrudng Piles.
First application gives relief. 50c.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28

The cream of the Prussian guard be-
gins to look suspiciously like whipped
cream.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1918-03-28
THINGS THAT HELP.

When washing crepe waists they WIN
keep their freshness If dipped in q