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Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
BAND IS GIVEN
NEW NUMBER
WILL BE KNOWN AS THREE HUN.
DRIED FIRST CAVALRY, MA
TIONAL ARMY

The Ottumwa band which has been
transferred from Camp Cody. Deming.
N. NJ, to somewhere in California, has
been designated the Three Hundred
First cavalry, National army.
The local musicians. according to the
new designation 1t seems will be at
tached to an organization made up from
the conscripted men. 1t was thought
that the band haN been taken back by
Colonel Howell. who organized the
First Iowa Cavalry and who has been
appointed by the government to take
charge of the new cavalry units to be
made up in the United States. The
band is under the leadership of Cleve-
land Dayton and is commanded by
Lieut.. Delos Walker.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
RAILROAD SHOPS
ADOPT WAR WAGES

Marshalltown, Feb. 21-A wartime
schedule for labor in the M. & st. l..
shops, which will result in labor EN-.
ployed there receiving the highest pay
in the history of the company, went
into effect Monday. From now on a
ten-hour working day will be in force,
the employees to receive one and one.
half time for the two hours over the
eight-hour day. In other words, the
employees will work ten hours and get
paid for eleven.
The working day under the sched-
ules agreed to by the company and
the unions is eight hours. The war
time schedule which went into effect
Monday will give machinists, boiler
makers and blacksmiths a wage OF
very close to $3.50 month for twenty
six working days. Since February !
the working day was heightened nine
hours, with the pay for the ninth hour
at the rate of one and one-half times
regular pay.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
BIG FAT DUCK NETS
GLASGOW r. C.. S29

Fairfield. Feb. IL Several days
ago Hollis Pitzer of near Glasgow
donated big fat duck to the Red
Cross chapter of that city. Mr.. Duck
was sold and resold until he had had
twenty.six owners and had brought
all the way from fifty cents to SIPS.
The total amount. 500, was sent to
Frank s. Boies Of this city, who is
treasurer of the Jefferson county
chapter on Wednesday and the much
sold duck which did not seem much
oY a donation in the first place came
to be q pretty big gift to the local
Red Cross organization
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
BROTHER
IN PICTURE SHOW

Nevada, Feb. 21.-"Why, that man
IS my brother" was the startled ex-
clamation Of Ole Toppenberg, who was
seated in a local picture house watch
ing the pictures of the movies prepare
tory to the battle of Arras. The man
was Fritz NJ. T. Toppenberg. who left
his home In Denmark about seventeen
years ago when less than 16 years Of
age, for Australia, and has not been
seen since by members of his family.
His career has been a varied one and
when he left Australia for France about
three years ago he was commander OF
the Australian and New Zealand Light
foot cavalry.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
CLARINDA COMPANY
DENIED AN INCREASE

Clarinda, Feb. 2O.-The Continental
Gas and Electric company, owners OF
the Lee Light and Power company,
have been denied a 20 to 25 per cent
increase in rates on electric current
and steam heat, owing, says the reso-
luton adopted by the city council ito
the present inefficient management.
The company has large plant in
Clarinda, but owing to difficulties in
obtaining the right kind Of coal the
steam heat service supplied to por.
lions of the business houses on the
square has been SO poor that they
have had to put in stoves.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
AIProfessional Cards
ATTORNEYS I
JAQuEs. TIspALE 4 JACQUES
Lawyers
los North Court Street.
Railroad Ti1ae Tables
G. N. 4 sT. PAUL TRAINS.

Ne. Going Southwest Depart
26A--Southwest Limited :. 1850 a. m.
A stub train will leave station
for junction at 1:45 a. M. re-
turning, arrive at station ct
2:1X Z. m.
sA-kansas city local :. 11:o5 .. am.
oSB-Iocal freight ....... 700 .. m.
Going East, via Cutoff.
1sA--Southwest Limited. 1888 p. m.
A stub train will leave station
for Junction at 1l:4o p. m. r..
turning. arrive at station at
1925 a. m.
' sz-bavenport, chicago. s: ss p p M m.
Marion Line, Going North
lB-Ced. Rapids. Savanna,
iosB-Cedar Rapids. Marion $40 y. m.
eSB-Local freight ........ $3.50 .. N.
Marion Line, Coming South
lOSB-From Marion ....... 10: 40 q. N.
2lB-From Marion ....... 1855 I'm.
S7B-Local freight ........ 400 p. m
A-Daily.
B-Except Sunday.
Local freiEhts depart from ana term.
mate Ot.umwa Junction
T. n. Jacobs. Agent.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
IOWA WOMAN is
CENTURY MARK

Clarinda, Feb. 2o.-Mrs. Elizabeth
M. Dougherty Of Clarinda recently
celebrated her Tooth birthday ami
versary at the home Of her daughter,
Mrs. Caroline NJ. Slaight,> surrounded
by seventy relatives and friends.
Mrs. Dougherty, though frail in body,
IS clear in mind and was able to meet
her friends on this occasion and sit
for family picture. Her living de-
scendants number five children, thir-
ty-two grandchildren, fifty-seven great
grandchildren and four great great
grandchildren
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
SOLDIERS MOTHERS
HAVE ORGANIZATION

Des Moines, Feb. 21.-The mothers
of the boys in the 16Sth sanitary de-
tachment, Somewhere in France" are
looking to their boys comfort.
They have organized the Mothers of
Sammies' detachment with the sole
purpose Of providing the little Injuries
for their boys which the government
cannot provide. The club meets fort
nightly and was organized about six
weeks ago at the instigation Of Mrs.
Wilbur S. Conkling, wife of Major
Conkling, in charge of the sanitary de-
tachment
The other officers are Mrs. Lee Will
Jams, vice-president; Mrs. ]. E. Grove,
secretary, and Mrs. Clyde Overturf,
treasurer.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
RED CROSS BENEFIT
AT GIVEN SUCCESS

Eddyville, Feb. 21.-An entertain
ment followed by an auction and sup
per was given on Tuesday evening at
Given for the benefit of the Red Cross.
The program was given by members
Of the Eddyville organization and was
as follows:
Duet-Mrs. E. L. Bay and Mrs.
Thos. Walters.
Reading-Mrs. Frank Epperson.
Solo--Mrs. Theodore OFT.
Address-Rev. A. S. Kilbourn.
America"
Play, Not Nan in the House"
Characters being represented by Mrs.
N. A. Thayer. Mrs. o. H. Seifert, Mrs.
Theodore OFT, Mrs. c. N. Foster and
Mrs. I. S. Burton.
A large number from Eddyville
were present for the entertainment.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
LAND JUMPS S1oo AN ACRE

Glidden, Feb. 20-An illustration of
the rapid rise in the value of Iowa
farm land is shown in the sale just
made by C. H. Johnson Of Glidden, OF
his 175-acre farm just south of town
to H. G. Lathrop for 5000 an acre. or
s52,500. 1t is finely improved. Mr..
Johnson bought the farm two years
ago of Charles Bentley for 5000 an
acre, clearing 500 an acre. An Ames
college man planned the grounds and
buildings. A modern residence is
thanked by fine dairy barn, double
silo, modern hog house, etc.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
ROCK ISLAND RAILWAY.

Ne. Going North depart
47lB-Des Moines. Omaha. 6:16 p. N
477B-From Keokuk .. -. $3.50 p. m
l7sB-Des MONIES. east and
.175B-Des Moines. east. west
and north 49,. -. 800. Sis Z. m
0oino South
A7oB-Eldon and K C $500. ll:33a. m
liaB-Keokuk and south $50 -. m
I74B--Eldon and X. C...... 10: so p. m
17eB-Ottumwa. KeoAak >. s:soa. m
A-Daily.
BlExcept Sunday.
j. H. Robinson, Agent,
All trains stop at freight HOUSE. At
foot Of Union street.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
ALBA STARS HONOR
THEIR LEADERS

Abba, Feb. 21.-A special meeting
of the Eastern Stars was held Tues
day evening at which the Grand
Worthy Matron of the State OF Iowa,
Mrs. Anna Sdllwell. and Mrs. Harden
of Charlton, instructor for the Eigh-
tenth district, were present. There
was a large attendance of the Abba
membership and also number OF
Hiteman visitors were present.
A delicious cafeteria lunch was
served.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
MOTHER GIVES BLOOD TO SON

Council Bluffs, Feb. 20.-The mother
of Wallace Adams, aged Is, submitted
to TRANSMISSION of blood in an effort to
save the life of the lad whose throat
was cut by his young host, 16 years
old, Walter Grim. The boys at birth
day party given by Mrs. Grim for her
son engaged in a quarrel begun In fun
by the Adams lad which ended IN the
Grim boy striking his guest with
knife. 1t was said at the hospital that
the Adams boy had slight chance OF re-
covery. Mrs. Grim is the widow OF
late county official. Both boys are In
the high school
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
BURLINGTON ROUTE c. .. . q.
Going East
Depart

Inc. Goina East Depart
l3A-Chic., Dubq. Quincy. 1900 a. m
92A-Ar. from Des Moinss 10:0S p. m.
0A-ChicAgo Limited 49,. 1888 p. m.
E2l2B-Ft Mad. ST. Louis. $685. p. m.
4A-Chic.. st. Louis. Qcy. 7:16 p. m.
5A-Chic, PeorfA, Rkfd. i1:1 Pm
sl74B-OttumWa, Burlington IL: IS q M
lSB-Otta to Burlington. 1886 a. N.
Going Wess
gA-Omaha and Nebraska. rs .. m.
s 5A-Omaha. Ore. Calif... 1897 .. m.
23A-Des Moines local 80. $500 q. m
4i3B--Ar., from N. Madison II: 80 q. m.
lS0B-pooriA to Creoton -. 1:S6 p. m.
i7B-Ar. from Burlington. $500 p. m.
A-Dai1y.
B-Except Sunday.
J. n. Robinson. Agent
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
PARISH GIVES.A
BIG GIFT TO SCHOOL

Dubuque, Feb. 20.-The largest con.
tribution to the endowment fund OF
Dubuque college, in proportion to the
size Of the parish, has been received
at the local Offices of the institution,
subscriptions amounting to $4,000
arriving from Hampton.
The Rev. NJ L. Kerper, pastor OF
the church at Hampton, conducted
the campaign personally. Eighteen
persons, constituting the Geneva mis-
sion, contributed total of $3,i65.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
FARM FIGHT
GETS TO JURY
HARPER-vAUGHT SQUABeLE IN
FAIRFIELD COURT CONCLUDES
WITH NIGHT SESSION

Fairfield, Feb. 21.-With a night
session of the district court necessary
to complete the arguments Of the It
torneys in the case Of the state Of
Iowa VS.. H. C. Harper" who is
charged with assault to commit muir
der. Judge Seneca Cornell gave the
case into the hands of the jury late
last evening.
The state rested its case shortly
afternoon on Wednesday. Mrs. Elmer
vaught whom Harper is accused Of
trying to murder by hitting her with
pitchfork was the principal Wines
for the state and she was repeatedly
called to the witness stand, as was
her husband, Mr.. vaught.
CAN'T SHAKE TESTIMONY
All efforts Of the attorneys to shake
the testimony of MFR. Harper and his
wife as to the happenings on that day
November IL, 1917, failed. Both Mr..
Harper and his wife testified that the
Vaughts had previously caused them
worry and trouble and they caused q
notice to be served upon the vauGhts
to stay of the farm, of which they,
Harpers, were tenants, until thsy
could come peaceably with q vlew to
settling the differences, arising be-
tween them concerning the farm.
That when they, Vaughts, came that
day in, their automobile and brought
along a stranger to Harpers, that 1t
was not long until "a controversy
arose and then that Vaught gathered
a tile spade while the stranger, who
was S. T. Altman, carried = small
stick about three feet long and re
sembling a broomstick. That Mr.
Vaught shook her fist in Ha1pers
face and threatened him after he had
gone to the pump and around the barn
yard and finally to the house to get
his wife. Neither Mr.. Harper nor his
wife denied that Mr.. Harper had
struck Mrs. Vaught with pitchfork
hitting her on the right side of the
head, but both we're emphatic In the
belief that Mrs. Vaught had reached
into her coat for gun before Mr..
Harper struck her.
COURT CHECKS COUNSEL
There was considerable clubbing
between the attorneys IN the case and
more than once the court had to re-
mind them to proceed without con-
Stunning time. There were a number
of amusing incidents In connection
with the case In spite OF the serious
ness of the charge and a crowded
court room took occasion to smile
aloud
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
FAIRFIELD GIRL
WINS BIG CONTEST

Grinnell, Feb. 21.-Miss Eloise Smith
Of Fairfield won the annual declama-
tory contest here, with Miss Helen Mil
Ter of Cedar Rapids second, and Miss
Mary Harris of Grinnell third. Miss
Sylvia Canterbury Of Davenport, Miss
Mary Hubbart of Clinton and Miss
Lucille Baker of Muscatine tied for
fourth place. The subject of Miss
Canterbury's defamation was 1--WE
Speak OF Men"
The judges were Miss Reynolds OF
Abba, Supt Smith Of Newton and Prof.
Ryan of Grinnell.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
ADMITS eleAMY CHARGE

Storm Lake, Feb. 20.--Robert r.
swatz of Sac county was brought to
this city and placed in the county jail
on the charge Of bigamy On January
10. it is alleged, he was married In
storm Lake to Miss Jennie Wieland.
shortly after the wedding Mrs. Swatz
discovered that her husband had been
previously married and started an IN.
Swatz pleaded guilty and
Is ready to receive his sentence.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
STUDENTS PLEDGE SUPPORT

STUDENTS PLEDGE SUPPORT
Dubuque. Feb. 20.-Students OF Du-
buque college are patriotic. AS an
evidence Of the fact 800 Of them have
offered their services to the American
government in the world struggle for
democracy. They pledge themselves
to go anywhere during the coming
summer to assist in raising the enor-
nous crops necessary to win the war.
Among the students offering them
selves are many agricultural experts.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
FLINT IN GREAT DEMAND

Mt. Vernon, Feb. 20.-That the war
lectures of President C. w. Flint of
Cornell college are becoming famous
in territory outside of Iowa is shown
by the fact that the head authorities
of Camp Grant, ILL.,, are anxious to OBJ
tain him for series of talks. At pres
ent DR.. Flint is away on months lee
ture tour in behalf of the national war
savings campaign.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
cLEARlNGs SHOW GAIN

Sioux City, Feb. 20.-Sioux City's
bank clearings during January showed
a gain of s10,000,0e0 over the similar
period in 1917, an evidence of the city's
prosperous condition. Sioux City stood
fortieth in the country in 1917. but its
first months business this year ad-
vanced 1T eight places in rank. Des
Moines led the city by only 100000
last month
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22

INSTRUCTOR TO CAMP DODGE
Abba, Feb. 21.-Mr. Thompson, an
instructor in the Abba high school.
will close his work Friday. He is
called in this draft to Camp Dodge to
serve as q soldier.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22

OPENS NEW FURNITURE STORE
Sigourney, Feb. 21.-Sam S. Schstz
has leased the Charles vorhauer build
ing on the west side OF the square,
which is now occupied by the Leader
Store, and Mr.. Schatz viii about
March / occupy this building with IN
up to date furniture store.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
CUT QUOTA DOWN TWO MEN

Bloomfield, Feb. 20.-While the
quota for Davis county's next mere
ment to be sent to Camp Dodge is
given at forty-three, two OF the
drafted men were indicted into regu'
lar service just short time previous
to the publication Of the schedule,
leaving forty-one> to be sent next Sat.
urday
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
All Americans Can. Serve

Every man. and child in this country who wants to
the country and it in very Simple and
affective way Secretary McAdoo That service is to lend
money Every Is cents loaned to the
Government is help this time and practically every man,
child by making trifng sacrifice denial
II pleasure or giving up indulgence render the
.rnment that support.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
THIRD QUOTA III BOYS

sigourney, Feb. 21.-The third
quota of boys called to Camp Dodge
from Keokuk county will meet on
Friday in Sigonrney. There will b.
III and as all have already passed the
physical examination there will be
none to drop out and all will report
1T Camp Dodge.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
REDMOND COUNTY SUPERVISOR

Sigourney, Feb. 21.-The clerk OF
courty, county recorder and county
auditor who constitute the appointing
board, recently appointed A. G.. Red
mond of Hedrick a member Of the
county board Of supervisors to fill the
Vacancy caused by the removal Of f.
J. Lyle. Mr.. Redmond is the same
man who was appointed in December
to fill the uneXpired term of Mr.. Lyle
when he resigned. Mr.. Lyle then took
up his new term in January but was
removed by the court and now Mr..
Redmond is again appointed to sue
coed him.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
NEW MARCHING SONG

Keokuk, Feb. 21.-Company L, OF the
old Third Iowa, now the 168th o. S. In
fantry in service with the Rainbow
division in France, has been honored
through the composition Of a march
by a local musician. w. H. Bowers,
director of the Keokuk Concert band,
Is the composer.
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
Depart
6:16 p. n.
$3.50 p. m.
1880 a. m
6: Is 4. m.
wAsAsH RAILWAY

Nc. Going South Ospar.
1A--Moberly. st. l.. K. c.. 1850 Z. IN.
gOB-Moberly and east -. 2:40p "a.
iOB-Local freight .....! $50 m.
Coming North
s1B-Mobcrly local ........ 1850 a. IN.
SA-From Kansas City 7:lop. N.
SlB-Local freight ESQ p. m
A Daily
B-Except Sunday.
- 6. q. Jaeo60I AGo0A
Ottumwa semi-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1916-1918, 1918-02-22
Farm Properties for Sale

WILL SELL MY FARM OF 1873
acres if taken soon. Land rolling, has
been well kept and mostly grass. Lo-
Gated 3 miles northwest Of brakes,
vile, Iowa. Nice location; fine road
to market. Dwelling house of rooms
and pantry. Good cistern. fine cement
cave, 8 by ~ foot hen house, good
) granary and corn crib combined; 1air
barn 80 by "a. Over 100 bearing aP-
pie trees. Price per acre. $50. John II.
Fleming. Drakesville, Iowa.
New Britain herald., 1918-06-25
WATER NYMPHS IN. '. W.C. A. CONTEST
Tankmaids to Display Skill
 1000 Point Contest

The 1,O00 point swimming Qentes in which a great deal of interest la been manifested at the local '. ". q A, for the past two weeks, will b brought to close tonight, when tler will be tic contest between mem ber1 Of first and second classes who hav, reached 1000 points. The event scheduled to take place al S:30 o'clocl and all persons interested are extend ed an invitation to be present.
 Out of sixteen contestants, seveS have qualified for the final contest Two handsome medals will be award ed as first and second prizes. Mem ber or the first class who have reached the 1000 mark are:-Miss Ruth Sher man and Mrs. Virginia Woods O South1ngton, while the second clas boasts of five members attaining tha average, as follows:-Misses Iren< Loomis, Alta Judd, Ada Pfieffiery Ruth Bassett and Wanda Ciesyznskia Although not included among those, reaching the 1000 mark, Miss Nil Mitchell, aged Is years, has succe ess fully passed the worlds life saving al iance test. Miss Mitchell is the youngl est member of the class. Other mem bers of the class are as follows :- Misses D. Loomis, J. Tommasoni, MI Wells, R. Scott, A. Ske1sky, M. White, D. White and A. Root
 With the closing of this contess however, the young women will stila continue to show an interest in swim ming. The pool will remain open throughout the summer, and the in - structor Miss Marjorie Breckinridge] will be on hand each day, as classes are being conducted and new ones formed from time to time. Followin is a list of the first and second cqass events used in the present contest:
 First Class Events.
 Swim 12 lengths of pool (1so yds } 100 points; Swim 1 length under water 100 points; Bob length coming up no, less than times, 50 points; Plunge 40 feet to rope, 50 points; 30 yds. or around tank in 30 seconds, 100 points 50 yds. without using arms, 50 points 50 yds. without using feet, 50 points : 50 yds. all dressed, breast, 50 points Medleyback stroke, side, free style, 50 points; Undressing and enter water in 30 seconds, 50 points; Front dive and one other, 50 points; Official Red Cross Life Saving test, 300 points. Second Class Events.
 lengths of pool on back, no restin z other than floating, 150 points: , lengths, side stroke, t50 points; Dead mans float across tank, 25 points; Bring Up stone with hands from bot tom between black lines, 90 points: Length of tank in strokes on back 50 points; Length in 10 strokes on side; 50 points; 90 yds. around tank in 45 seconds, side stroke, 100 points; 30 yds. back Or breast stroke in so seconds. 100 ponts; Jump off board and swim length, 100 points; Swim length without using hands, 50 points: Swim length without using feet, 50 points: Undress and enter water in 30 seconds, street dress worn, 50 points; Swim length with back stroke for form. 25 points; Swim length side stroke for form 50 points. @
New Britain herald., 1918-06-25

Nick Altrock pulled real piece of comedy the other day when he went in and horled a gome of ball for the Washington club. Nick came back and won his battle after a layoff of eight years. Fans who watched him pitch and amused over the incident and are laughing yet. Nick has made thousands laugh by his antics on the coaching lines, but they never irnag- med he could pull anything so serious as that. It was so serious in fact for Altrock, that it was tinsed with humor. It all happened because Griffith didn't have anyone to send in
 Let me pitch" said Nick. Griff hesi- tated bit, then grabbed | glove and tossed It to Nick. "TOu're on," said the Washington manager and Nick went in. The crowd, understanding the situation, pulled hard for this veteran to come through and he did
New Britain herald., 1918-06-25
\. !. WILL PLAY.
Pres, Hickey Says League Schedule
 Must Be Finished.

Chicago, June o5.-Thomas J. Hickey, president of the American association, made the positive state melrt yesterday that the association would finish it's season as scheduled and that the schedule would not be curtailed in any way. The statement was made to dispet rumors that the organization might suspend
 MT Hickey's statement was made after he obtained the views of each of the eight club presidents over the uncertainty prevailing in regard to General CroWder's "work or fight regulations and the war situation as it affects baseball.
 ''1 have been in communication with every club president, either by telephone or personal interviews, and every one wants if made known that the association will finish it's Schcd- ule.' MT. Eickey's statement read.
 The attendanCe has improved since the weather settled and regardless of attendance or anything else, we will finish the season as called for by the schedule. There is only one possible exception. That is if the government should request that baseball suspend, we will, of course. fulfill the wishes of the federal authorities.
New Britain herald., 1918-06-25
WHIST LEAGUE OPENS.

Lake Placid, June 25.--With an at tendance of about 200, the American Whist league opened it's 2Sth annual congress at the Lake Placid club here yesterday. The congress will end Saturday night. Competing for the Hamilton trophy, the American Knickerbockcr team, comprising H H. Ward and C. F. Gilman, of the American Whist club of Boston, and $. $. Lenz and R. L. Parsons, of the Knick erbocker Whist club of New York, completed the first session six tricks in the lead. Their opponents were R. R. Richards P. D. Crane, F. E. w. Bright and w N. Edson of the Detroit Whist. club