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Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Third or The Wheat Ruined.

According to reports just received from
representatives Of the Extension Service
Of the State College. an average Of sos
per cent. Of the wheat in Maryland was
in the field during the recent wet spell.
This wheat had sprouted and moulded
badly and some had shattered. A conser-
vative estimate by agents indicates that
at least from 35 per cent. TO so per cent.
of the wheat in the field is unfit for mill
ing purposes and much Of II will be
total loss. Where the sprouted and moulded
grain is handled properly much Of II can
be used for feeding purposes. In fact. in
many cases bundles Of injured wheat are
being fed to live stock
The loss is particularly heavy on the
Eastern Shore. where most Of the wheat
is thrashed directly from the field. In
Western Maryland the loss is not so severe,
due to the practice Of storing the wheat
under cover before thrashing. In many
cases in this section wheat had not been
stored in barns before the rain.
From this preliminary survey in the
State it would seem that the farmers have
suffered loss Of about $5.000,000. less
what some Of the injured wheat may be
worth for feeding purposes.
Prior to the wet spell considerable loss
in the yield Of wheat in the whole State
was sustained by unfavorable weather con-
ditions and disease. such as scab and rust
This loss was estimated to be about 2,000,-
900 bushels fewer than earlier estimates
on the wheat crop Of the State. This loss
more than offsets the increased acreage Of
from 10000 to 100000 acres that was
devoted to this crop over previous years.
The wheat crop. which was so promising
In the fall and early spring. has proved
disappointing and large majority Of our
wheat farmers face a severe loss on the
crop.
Special efforts must now be made by all
forces to see that good seed wheat is
secured from sections Of the State where
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Young Peoples Branch.

The Y. P. B. met at Oak Grove, the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. X. P. Hines. on Friday
July 18th. The meeting opened by sing
ing Sound the Jubilee" The weather
was disagreeable. but yet quite few men,
bers responded to roll-call. Several W. C..
T. U. members were present. We sue
ceeded in getting two Of our visitors to
Join our ranks-making a total member
ship Of thirty-fve triple-pledge sieners.
The various officers gave their reports,
the flower and sick committee reporting
ten boxes Of flowers sent the Children's
Hospital and twenty visits to the sick.
We were honored with the presence OF
Mrs. Mary R. Haslup, Of Baltimore, State
President Of the W. C. 7. IT,, who Gave us a
splendid address. The State Superintend.
ent Of the Y. P. B. work. Mrs. Martha 7.
Farquhar, and Miss Esther Phipps, Of
Towson, we're also with US.
After well-rendered program delightful
refreshments were served by the hostess
followed by social hour enjoyed by all
The August meeting will be held at the
home Of Mr. and Mrs Leonard Burns, Of
Olney, on the goth, at $3.50 P. NJ
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Democratic Harmony.

Democratic leaders, gathered Wednesday
at the Rennert, Baltimore, for the meeting
of the State Central Committee, deter
mined definitely upon the nomination Of
State Insurance Commissioner Thomas j.
Keating of Queens Anne's county. for
Atsorney-General, and upon the renomi-
nation Of Caleb C. Magruder. Of Prince
Georges county, for Clerk of the Court of
Appeals, but at late hour they had been
unable to obtain consent of Major Brooke
Lee. of Montgomery county. to take the
nomination for Comptroller Attorney
General Albert C. Richie, of course, will
be the nominee for Governor
While there was general agreement and
much enthusiasm in the crowd for the
Ritchie-Lee- Heating -Magruder ticket. the
actual consummation of all the plans and
projects was halted by Major Lees refusal
to say that he would take the nomination
for Comptroller. He had stated at various
times that he did not want the nomination
and would not be candidate. He wanted
to attend to his private business and not
become immersed in politics so soon after
returning from two years participation in
military affairs. But the feeling that he
should be nominated. feeling which really
became a demand from all elements, and
particularly from Mr.. Ritchie's personal
group and from the Smith people, was too
strong to down. Arrival at the hotel Tues
day night. Major Lee was besieged with
arguments that he should run.
The actual business of the State Central
Committee was perfunctory and quickly
disposed of. Resolutions were adopted
authorizing State Chairman Wade to ar
range for the State convention. which will
probably be held about the middle of Sep
TENDER. and formally disagreeing with the
Republican party as to the date of the
primary. the effect Of the disagreement
being to make September 8 the primary
date. as the law fixes that date unless the
two parties agree upon another date.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Annual Meeting OF The Anti
Saloon League.

The Montgomery County Anti-SaloOn
League held its annual convention at
Washington Grove. August LIST. Rev. o. A..
Gillingham presided and called the meet
ing to order at 1890 O'Clock. Rev. John
Frost conducted musical program. and
Rev. J. B. Heepman offered prayer.
The following were elected officers for
the ensuing year: Rev. P. Rowland Wag-
ner. President; Rev. o. A. Gillineham,
President at-Laree; Miss Ida S. Dove. Sec
rotary: Rev. 0. C. Barnes. Treasurer.
An address was delivered by Hon. J.
Bib Mills. of Baltimore. State Superin-
tendent Geo. W. Crabbe then spoke upon
the necessity for a law enforcement code
for the State of Maryland. Hon. Wayne
B. Wheeler gave a short talk upon the
New Day"
Resolutions were passed as a tribute to
the memory of former President. Mr.. 7.
j. Owen.
Hon. F. M. Zihlman was commended in
a resolution, which was adopted, for his
position in voting upon the liquor question.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Proclamation OF The Governor.
Designating Saturday, August 18th, 1919

Designating Saturday, August 18th, 1919,
as Recording Day, and asking every
Maryland soldier, sailor or marine or
nurse, in or with the armed forces of
the United States or of the Allies in the
great war, to attend and fill out war
service record.
whereas, our country, with unselfish pur-
pose' engaged in the great struggle to Sc
cure freedom to the world, and poured into
the undertaking her great resources and
prevailing might; and
Whereas, the State of Maryland respond
ed in fullest measure to every call of duty
for the winning of the war. and upheld in
all ways the splendid traditions of the
State for patriotism and service and
Whereas, the State is especially proud
of her sons and daughters who served in
Or with the armed forces of the United
States or of the Allies, and esteems it
duty and privilege to preserve their records
in permanent War History Collection
and
Whereas, the Maryland Council Of De-
Tense, through its Historical Division, has
prepared form of War Service Record,
and has organized committees in the coun-
ties of the State and in Baltimore city to
assist in compiling these records.
Now, therefore, |, Emerson C. Harring-
ton. Governor of Maryland, do hereby des-
ienate Saturday, August 18th. as Record
ing Day, and ask every Maryland soldier,
sailor or marine, or nurse, in or with the
armed forces of the United States or of
the Allies in the great war. to attend at
one of the appointed places and fill out
War Service Record. If it is not possible
for the soldier. etc., to attend. member
of the family should do so. A photograph
preferably in uniform) should be brought.
and discharge or other papers that may
be of assistance in filling out the Record
accurately. The places appointed for the
recording will be duly published in the
newspapers of Baltimore city and Of the
counties.
In testimony whereof, have hereunto
set my hand and caused to be hereto
affixed the great seal of Maryland this 5th
day of August, 1919.
EMERSON C. HARRINGTON.
By the Governor,
THOMAS W. SIMMONS,
Secretary OF State.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER.


hereby announce myself candidate
for County Commissioner from the Third
Collection District, subject TO the decision
OF the Democratic primaries.
LAWRENCE A. CiISWELL.
hereby announce myself a candidate
for County Commissioner from the Fourth
Collection District. subject TO the decision
Of the Democratic primaries
JOSEPH +. WHALEN.
hereby announce myself a candidate
for the office Of County Commissioner from
the Third Collection District. subject to the
decision Of the Democratic primaries.
HARVEY j. HARRIS.
hereby announce myself a candidate
for County Commissioner from the Fourth
Collection District, subject TO the decision
Of the Democratic primaries.
EDWARD p. BEALL
hereby announce myself as a candidate
for the Office Of County Commissioner from
the Fourth Collection District. subject to
the decision Of the Democratic primaries.
II. j. HUNT. BIRD.
hereby announce myself a candidate
for County Commissioner from the Fourth
Collection District, subject to the decision
OF the Democratic primaries.
W. VERNON BEALL.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Rural Carrier Examination.

The United States Civil Service Com
mission has announced an examination
for the county of Montgomery. Maryland
to be held at Rockville on August 23rd.
1919. to fill the position of rural carrier at
Rockville and Brookeville and vacancies
that may later occur on rural routes from
other post offices in the aforementioned
county. The examination will be open
only to citizens who are actually domiciled
in the territory of post office in the
county and who meet the other require
ments set forth in Form No. 1877. This
form and application blanks may be OBJ
tanned from the Offices mentioned above
or from the United States Civil Service
Commission at Washington. D. C. Appli-
cations should be forwarded to the Com
mission at Washington at the earliest prac-
ticable date.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Daylight Saving Bill Repealed.

The United States Senate last Friday
decided to have the proposal for the repeal
of the daylight saving law again run the
gauntlet of President Wilson's veto. By
vote of Al to IL the Senate passed and
sent to the President the separate House
bill repeating the daylight saving measure.
Several Senators predicted that the
measure would be vetoed by the Pres-
dent. The separate House bill was passed
June IS. but action in the Senate was
suspended until last Friday and, in the
interim. the President vetoed the rider in
the agricultural bill and the House was
unable to enact it over the Veto
The Senate's action now places virtually
similar repeal legislation again before the
President. The only difference in the vetoed
rider and the separate bill is that the latter
would not interfere with standard zones
of time.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Potato Wart In This Country.
GROWERS SHOULD REPORT DISEASE.

NNO"hNS OhCOLD NLh UNI DioENoh'
The potato wart disease. one Of the most
serious enemies of the potato growing indus
try. has recently been found in the United
States. In Europe it has been known for
some time and has caused increasing losses
in the crops of England and Ireland Prob
ably the disease was introduced to this
country by infected seed brought from
Europe. Importation of potatoes is now
prohibited and other measures have been
taken toward the eradication of this pest.
In Pennsylvania strict quarantine has
been imposed on the infected area, max
ing it illegal to sell suspected potatoes.
A campaign of publicity and investigation
has been undertaken by the Plant Dis
ease Survey, branch Of the Department
of Agriculture. the purpose of which is to
make possible the determination, or at
least control. Of the potota wart by de-
termining the extent of prevalence Of the
disease and by calling the attention Of the
public TO its serious nature. In this con-
nection Mr.. A. c. Martin, an employee of
the Department, is making survey in
Maryland and spent few days last week in
Rockville with County Agent Van HOesen.
Seventeen counties of the State have been
visited and thus far no indication of the
disease has been found.
Affected potatoes have rough, irregular
spongy, outgrowths, which usually start at
the eyes, but may eventually cover the
whole tuber These sO-called warts are
light brown at first but later become dark
and finally decay with age. They are pro-
duced by the action of parasite fungus.
The disease does not affect the vines above
ground materially. so it is not easy to de-
tect before harvest time.
After infection has appeared, it is diff
cult TO eradicate since the disease can
exist for many years in the soil. An
ounce of prevention in the form of inves-
tigatlon is worth several pounds of cure
There is no known remedy for the disease
in the form of a treatment. and since it is
hard to get rid of when once acquired 1t
is important to ascertain the places where
II exists and prevent the invasion of new
territory. 1t is quite possible that the dis
ease is present in localities where il has
not been reported. since comparatively
few have heard about it and are aware Of
its dangerous character.
In Pennsylvania it was found first in
city gardens. but ii has been creeping into
the sections where potatoes are raised
commercially.
1t is the duty of every grower. whether
farmer or gardener. to be on the watch for
the disease and to report all suspected
cases Immediately to F. j. Van Hoesen.
County Agent, or to Prof C. f. Temple.
State College, College Park. Md. or to the
Plant Disease Survey. u S. Department Of
Agriculture. Washington. d. C.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Confederate Veterans Meet.

The annual meeting of the Ridgely Brown
Camp of Confederate Veterans was held
at the court house here on Saturday last.
Death has so depleted the membership
that but ten of the fifty-fOur veterans
which at one time belonged to the oreani-
cation remain, and, because of their en-
feebled condition, several of these were
unable to attend the meeting Saturday.
Officers were elected. as follows: Com
mander, Elear L. Tschiffely; lieutenant
commander, John W. Holland; chaplain,
Frank B. Homer; treasurer, Alfred C. Toll
son. Commander Tschiffely entertained
his fellow veterans at dinner at the Mont
eomery Hotel.
AS token of respect, in a body the
comrades present visited Mr.. Frank B. Hor-
ner, a member of the organization, living
near Rockville, who was recovering from
critical illness.
The following report was read at the
meeting:
Year by year, the number of our COM
paniOns who wore the gray becomes smaller.
More and more of them each year take the
last march to answer the final roll call in the
Great Beyond. AS the circle narrows, we
are drawn closer in our daily lives to those
that remain, yet are our affections more
closely attached to the newly departed
Since our last meeting together. there
have gone from among us the lives and
beloved presence of our brothers-i in arms.
Benjamin D. Candy. William II. Childs,
David II. Horner, DIR. Charles II. Nourse
and Ambrose B. Rtenour.
Mr.. Candy was born at Colesvile in
1885. He enlisted in the army February
II, 1862 serving in the First Maryland
Cavalry, in Company A. He was wounded
in battle at Winchester. Va. September
10, 1864. After being discharged from
the hospital, he served until the end of
the war. at which time he returned to his
home at Colesville. living there until his
death October 81, 1918.
Mr.. Childs was born June IL, 1889, at
Friendship. Anne Arundel county. At the
outbreak of the war. he enlisted in Com
pany Az First Maryland Cavalry. and
served until wounded at the battle OF
Brandy Station. He returned to Mont
gomery county at the close of the war and
served his country well as one Of the most
progressive agricultursts Of the community
lie died at Laytonsville October II, 1918.
Mr.. Homer was born at Buffalo, N. Y.
March 20, 1910. At the beginning Of
hostiities between the States, he enlisted
in the Southern army and served well unit
the close of the war. when he returned to
his home near Rockville. He died Sep.
TENDER |, 1918.
DR.. Nourse was born at Jamestown or
July rs, 1914. Throughout the war he
served in the Signal Corps under General
Hill. Returning to his home Immediately
after the war, he studied medicine and
served his community as a physician until
his death, which occurred at Jamestown
on October II, 1917.
Mr.. Ritenour was native Of Rappahan-
mock county. Va. and at the time of his
death, which occurred July 27, 1919, was
83 years old. Early in the war he became
member Of Company B. End Virginia
Volunteers, and served throughout the war.
He was in General Pickett's famous charge
at Gettysburg.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08

hereby announce myself candidate
for Judge of the Orphans Court, subject to
the decision Of the Democratic primaries.
EDWARD o. BROWN
hereby announce myself a candidate
for Judge Of the Orphans Court, subject to
the decision Of the Democratic primaries.
JOHN +. WEST,
hereby announce myself a candidate
for Judge of the Orphans Court, subject to
the decision Of the Democratic primaries
ALFRED c. TOLS0N.
hereby announce myself a candidate
for Judge of the Orphans Court. subject to
the decision of the Democratic primaries.
WINFIELD S. MAGRUDER
hereby announce myself candidate
for Judge of the Orphans Court. subject to
the decision Of the Democratic primaries.
J. THOMAS AUSTIN.
hereby announce myself candidate
for Judge OF the Orphans Court. subject to
the decision Of the Democratic primaries.
JOHN H. PARSLY.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Notice 10 Creditors.

NOTICE Is hereby given that the sub
scriber has obtained from the Orphans
Court Of Montgomery county, Md, letters
of administration on the personal estate Of
J. FILLMORE BURRlSS,
late Of said county. deceased. All persons
having claims against said deceased are
hereby warned to exhibit the same, with
the vouchers thereof, TO the subscriber on
or before the 18th day Of December, 1919 ;
otherwise they may, by law. be excluded
from all benefit Of said estate. All per-
sons indebted 10 said estate are requested
20 make immediate payment Given under
my hand this 18th day Of June, 1919.
CHARLES r. BOSS, JR.,
June 20-6t Administrators.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
FOR HOUSE OF DELEGATES.

hereby announce myself candidate
for the House of Delegates, subject to the
decision of the Democratic primaries.
C. CLYDE HARRlSS.
hereby announce myself candidate
for the House Of Delegates, subject to the
decision of the Democratic primaries.
ALFRED WILSON.
hereby announce myself candidate
for the House of Delegates, subject to the
decision of the Democratic primaries,
CLARENCE NJ. GRIFFITH.
hereby announce myself candidate
for the House of Delegates, subject to the
decision Of the Democratic primaries.
FRANCIS SNOWDEN.
hereby announce myself a candidate
for the House Of Delegates, subject to the
decision of the Democratic primaries.
WILLIAM S. STAMPER.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Festivals Aud Entertainments.

Olney picnic Wednesday, August 18th.
The annual Chopper picnic will take
place on Wednesday, August 18th, 1919.
St. Gabriel picnic, Potomac. Wednes-
day. August goth.
The St. Marks Guild will hold its annual
picnic on Wednesday, August goth, at
White Oak.
The Ladies Aid Society Of Salem NJ. E.
Church will hold picnic in the grove at
Cedar Grove on August 10Th. Supper
served from to 10 O'Clock. All come.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Rockville Millinery Shop.

All silk hose $2.49 pair. @ pr. $13.45.
All silk hose $500 pair. 6 pr $l0.75.
Fancy boot hose Csc pair. 6 pr. $500.
Georgette waists 1898 to $5.98.
Wolfe waists $1.25 and up.
Lawn waists 45c.
Dress shirts CSC and up.
Isle and cotton union suits SIPS
value, 69c.
Pearl buttons l0c card. 3 cards Csc.
Crochet cotton II lie ball. balls soc.
Hair nets i0c each, 3 for 25c.
Canton spool silk 7c spool, O spoOls SOC.
81 and IS tailored sailors, &2.49.
All hats and flowers reduced.
A full sample line Of bingham dresses,
boys wash suits and middies.
may soft
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
FOR SHERIFF.

hereby announce myself a candidate
for Sheriff, subject to the decision Of the
Democratic primaries.
MAREEN d. DARBY.
hereby announce myself candidate
for Sheriff, subject to the decision OF the
Democratic primaries. -
HUGH r. oDONNELL.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
NOTICE..

Office Board County Commissioners,
Rockville Md, July Is. 1919.
Ordered this day by the Board Of County
Commissioners for Montgomery county,
Nd. that the Germantown road from Ben
sons corner. at NeelsviIle, TO Germantown
Station be closed to public travel until
further notice. The object Of closing this
road Is to reconstruct same, and all per-
sons are hereby warned that they travel
this road at their own risk
BY order Of the Board
JOHN X. LEWIS,
July 1871 President.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
FOR STATES ATTORNEY.

To the Democratic voters Of Montgomery
county:
hereby announce my candidacy for the
Office of States Attorney for Montgomery
county. subject to the decision Of the pri-
mary election.
II. MAURICE TALBOT.
hereby announce myself candidate
for States Attorney of Montgomery county,
subject to the decision of the Democratic
primaries. -
WILLIAM F. PRETTYMAN.
hereby announce myself candidate
for States Attorney of Montgomery county,
subject to the decision Of the Democratic
primaries.
JOHN A. GARRETT
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08

hereby announce myself a candidate
for Sheriff, subject to the decis ion of the
Democratic primaries.
RANDOLPH l. UfiN.
hereby announce myself a candidate
for Sheriff. subject to the decision of the
Democratic primaries.
GEORGE f. NICHOLSON.
hereby announce myself candidate
for Sheriff, subject to the decision of the
Democratic primaries. -
mar q CIIFARD l.. HOWARD.
hereby announce myself candidate
for Sheriff, subject to the decision of the
Democratic primaries. -
mar 7 THOS. l.. LECHLlDER.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Notice 10 Creditors =.

NOTICE is hereby given that the sub
scriber has obtained from the Orphans
Court OF Montgomery county. Md. letters
OF administration on the personal estate of
ELIZA j. TOWNSEND.
late Of said county. deceased All persons
having claims against the said deceased
are hereby warned TO exhibit the same,
with the vouchers thereof 20 the subscriber
on or before the 18th day Of December, 1918 !;
otherwise they may. by law. be excluded
from all benefit Of said estate. All persons
Indebted TO said estate are requested 10
make Immediate payment. Given under
my hand this 18th day Of June. 1919.
BLANCHE M. HOWES.
june 2O-6t Administrative.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
Announcements,
FOR STATE SENATE.

respectfully announce myself candi-
date for the State Senate, subject to the
decision of the Democratic primary cleo
ton.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1919-08-08
BOWIE F. WATERS.

hereby announce myself candidate
for the State Senate, subject to the decis-
ion of the Democratic primaries.
ANDREW j. CUMMINGS.