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Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
TOOTH BIRTHDAY
 OF ODD FELLOWS
Great Fatenal Order Celebrates It's One Hundredth Birthday
 Tomorrow

Tho Odd Fellows lodge. of which thorc is a strong branch in Douglas, Alaska Lodge No. lit being the first lodge Of tho order Co secure @ charter in Alaska -is celebrating its one hundrcdth birthday this week.
 The order. while Of British origin, was first organized in tho country one hundred years ago tomorrow, or April 2Gth, 1919. at Baltimore, Md. Five men founded tho first lodge in che tavern of William Lupton, on Second street known as the Seven Stars" and the name chosen for the lodge was Washington Lodge Of Odd Fellows. The charter members were Thomas Wndlcy John Welch. John Duncan, John Chcatham and Richard Rlshworth. or these, Thomas Wildey was the first noble grand the First Grand Master He had been an odd Fellow in England. The charter that thc founders had secured from the English order was surrendered in 1891, when the Grand Lodge Of Maryland and Of the United States of America of Che Independent Order of odd Fellows was organized.
 For 12 years Mr. Wndey was Grand Master and afterwards was made a travelling agent Of thc order in thc United States. He was very successful organizer and much Of Che present. prosperity of thc order is attributed to Che early work that he did.
 Since its organization a hundred years ago the odd Fellows lodge has grown Co be great order with branches in an parts of thc world and with membership of several million. The order is strong fra formally and does a lot of good not only among its members but in out side circles. There are several aux Hilary orders affiliated with tho Odd Fellows. among them the Rcbckah lodge of women and the Eucamp- mcut which is a higher degree Of odd Fellowship.
 Locally che anniversary was ccle- bratcd last night, when the members met with Juneau Lodge in their hall The Douglas lodge will celebrate here next Wednesday evening, when the members of Juneau lodge win be with thcm. There will be gem cral joIiGcation and banquet
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
wOMAN's CLUB MEETS

Tho Douglas Island Womans Club met Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Chas. Soy. A very interesting meet ing was ncld.
 The following officers were elect cd for thc coming year:
 Mrs. J. W. Martin. president; Mrs. Jos. Mauley, vice president; Mrs. l.. D. Bowen. secretary; Mrs. Egburt Loomis, treasurer
 The readings that have been given during the war period on various foreign countries were con- cludcd at this meeting.
 The retiring officers are; Mrs. L. s. Ferris, president; Mrs. J. W. Martin, secretary.
 Very nice refreshments were sery- cd by thc hostess.
 The next meeting will bo held with Mrs. J. W. Martin one week from next Wednesday.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
FINE ROOMS

The corner room of Che odd Fel- lows building that formerly com uucd thc Lciycrs candy store, has been put iu shape for social pur- poses. The partitions have been taken out and Che whole room clean cd up and put iu fine condition. The work was done by volunteers among .hc odd Fellows.
 10 Is che intention of Che lodge to use thc place for dancing and card playing and other purposes In conjunction with Che hall upstairs.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
DEWEY ERICKSON
 DIES IN CALIFORNIA
Young Man Born in Douglas Sue oumbs to Tuberculosis
 Tuesday Evening

A telegram was received here Wednesday by Carl IT, Erickson an- nounciug Che death Of his brother, Dewey at Escondido, Califo at G D. m. Tuesday, April 22nd.
 At Che time of his death his mother. Mrs. Peter Grayroek or Ju- ncau. and his two sisters. Mrs Bert Stedmau and Mrs. Mildred Casey. were with him.
 Dewey Erickson was born in Doug las on December 9. lSg7 He lived here and went Co school until he was about fourteen. when his family moved Co Juneau. where he attended thc Juneau High school He left school several years ago and went Co work ut the Perseverance mine. where he was employed as a tool sharpcner.
 Something over two years ago his health broke down and he went Co Escondido. Cal, hoping Co get we'll. He improved rapidly SO much so. u fact. that shortly after Che United States declared war he volunteered and was acccpcd into the army and was attached Co Battery D, li7th Field Artillery at Camp Kcarncy, as a buglcr.
 He was In Che army for several months when he was again taken sick with tuberculosis of the stom- ach. Then was sent Co Che army sani- tarium at Fort Bayard. N M, where the treatment did him no good He was discharged from thc army and went Co Escoudido. where he had friends.
 Several months ago his mother went down from Juneau to nurse him. as also did his two sisters from Seattle. He became worse contiu- ualIy and for the past month or SO has been unable Co leave his bed.
 His funeral took place today at Escondido. where there is at present quite a colony Of Alaska folks.
 He Is survived by his mother the two sisters that were at hia bed side at Che time Of his death. two brothers. Carl IT. of this place and Lawrence. of Kctchikan, and ouoth- or sister. Mrs. Cassie Sccrcst Of Chic uloon. Alaska; a young half sister and half.brothcr in Escondido and his stcp-father. Peter Grayrock. or he Perseverance mine.
 Dewey was we'll liked wherever he was known and was exceedingly popular at the Perseverance mine. where he worked for % number ot years Just a short time ago hc re- cciycd a letter of appreciation from the superintendent of that mine for his services Co Che country. The let ter also contained check Co him.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
TO FIX ROAD

An agitation has been started to have the Territorial road commits sion do some work on the road lead ing from Douglas Co Cowee creek. The high water of last fall caused considerable damage Co the bridge crossing Cowee creek, making it im- rassablo and also causing slides on other places along the road. AS it is a favoritc place for outing parties and is also much used by people owning property along tho beach it is thought that the repair work should be done this year.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
ON VACATION

Miss Ethel Hcacock. who has been iu charge or thc dry goods de- parfmcut ot the Trcadwell store for some time. lcit on the last trip of tbc Princess Mary for a combined business and vacation trip Co the south While n the South. Miss Ualeock win select goods for her department as we'll as visit relatives m California.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
TICKETS ON SALE
 FOR BIG DANCE
Most Everyone You Will See Will Be Selling Tickets This Week
 for Big Time ~

The tickets for the big baseball benefit dance that is Co Doc given by hc Douglas Fire Department at the Nutatorium Hall on May 9th are now on sale. Most of the members of the fire department will have tickets for sale. lf some one does not approach you to buy a ticket. just call up or call Oscar Grundlcr. who is the chairman of the dance committee, and he will sell you one OF dozen with the greatest pleas ure.
 A joint committee from tho High school will put Natatorium Hall in readiness for thc big dance and in- cidcutally thc Junior Prom given by thc High school students on May 2 at the same place The Nat has not been used for dancing purposes for some time and it will Doe big iub Co get it in readiness for the event. but people can rest assured that when it Is cleaned, pressed and otherwise ovcrhaulcd it will be by far the best dancing place in the Territory The. floor is of birdseyc maple and there is ample ycntila- ,iou and plenty of seating space for
 pcctators. The dancing floor itself H Che largest in this ncighborhood
 The tickets have been priced at a dollar each and are, therefore in reach of all The ticket entities the owner Co bring % lady or ladies with LIm.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
GOING HOME

Mrs. lone Cook, wife of Collard Cook. tho government wireless elec- trician who was SO severely burned ,t sltlla some time ago, left on the Evans for her home at Sitka. She had been visiting with Mrs. l.. b. Bowen of this city for some time
 While in sitka. Mrs. Cook will store her furniture preparatory to leay- ing for Brcmcrton. Wusho where her Lusbaud win be sent for treatment
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
RETURNS FROM TRIP

Mr. and Mrs. Emilio Ubcru and two little girls returned from a trip to San Francisco and other cities of the South on the Princess Mary last Friday evening. They had @ most pleasant time with the exception of Che fact that Mir. Ubcrti had am ot- tack Of the flu while in San Fran cisco.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
SCHOOL NOTES

The parents Of the girls in the cooking class of the Domestic sci- encc Department Of the school were guests Of the class at luncheon at 1915 yesterday Members of the school board and some Of the teach CTS were also included in the in- yitation
 Ten persons were served tho fol- lowing menu:
 Grape Fruit
 Stuffed Egg Salad Asparagus
 Jellied Chicken
 Stuffed Baked Potatoes
 Baking Powder Biscuits
 Crackers and Cheese
 Maple Bisquc Sponge Cake
 Saltcd Almonds Coffee The table decorations were yellow and white. the Easter colors. The place cards were decorated with little golden Easter Eggs filled with taltcd almonds. The whole affair was very sklllfully arranged. The luncheon was planned and cooked by the girls of the class, who also served. Miss Helen Bachman is intsructrcss in this department
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
LECTURE ON HAWAII

Tonight at the assembly rooms of the Douglas school. Mir. David Wag- goner will give a complimentary stereopticon lecture on the Ha- waiian islands. The lecture will commence at o'clock. Mir. Wag- goner has some excellent slides which he will show and an inter- estlng lecture goes with them. There will be no charge to the pub lie and everyone interested is urged to attend.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
NEW MACHINERY

Several pieces of canning machin- cry arrived on the Admiral Evans last Tuesday for the Douglas Island Packing Company and are being in- stalled in their plant on tho City wharf. The plant is beginning to take on the appearance of a real cannery now.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
CLEAN UP NOTICE

The following notice has been posted In different parts of town:
 NOTICE
 "Yours and an premises within tho incorporated limits of Douglas must Doc cleaned of old cans, rub- bish. etc.. by May 10th. Failure to do SO win mean arrest and convic- ton according Co city ordinance. "By order of Committee on Health and Police"
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
OSCAR COMING

oscar Fritzbcrg, formerly assistant fro chief of Douglas and an em- Dloycc Of thc J. w Martin store Of this place. is now in camp await ing his discharge from the U. $. Navy. He will assume his old duties with the J. W. Martin Company upon his return here.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
WORKING ON BUILDING

Carpenters are now engaged In rcmodeling the interior of the old undertaking shop Of Sheldon 6 Me- 6onua. which is now owned by tho First Territorial Bank. The build ing will be occupied by a business house.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25

of schools in incorporated towns was passed
 In Che House. IT. J. Memorial l6, asking Congress for an annual om- crrcncy epidemic fund of S5O.0oO Co be turned over Go the Bureau Of Ed ucat.on. passed under suspension Of rules. as did IT. J. M. 2. asking that fhc Farm Loan act be extended Co Alaska. IL. B. 19, which is the transportation bin. was passed by a vote Of l2 Co Mir. sowcrby was absent and Mcssrs. Davies Ray and Slater voted against it
 April 24
 In Che Senate. IT. J. NJ. 13, In re- ards Co ubcrcular dairy herds. passed. as did also IT. J. M. &. real tive Co Che leasing of lands on Res urrcrtion Bay reserve. and II. B. 35. approprIatiug Ss.5oo for thc cX- r,nscs of Che Territorial Council Of Defense. S. B. 56. giving trustees ,hc power ot sales iu executions. passed tbc Senate unanimously. as did also thc House substitute for Che Senate bin providing for schools for children of mixed blood.
 No bills passed che House on this Iay. but on Che afternoon before IT,. B. 5l. providing for special election for delegate Go congress passed unan- .mously. as also did $. J. M. 10, asking for aids Co navigation In AL iska Tho Sutherland bin Go obol- sh tbc Bureau of Publicity failed Co pas- by vote ot s Co s.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
COMING HOME

Mrs. John Henson, Sr., will be a returning passenger on the next trip of Che Princess Mary, after spend ing the winter visiting her son at Port Angeles and her daughter in Seattle.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
TO DENMARK

Jens Ottcson. who has recently been working at Thane but for a long time was employed at Tread well. left on one Of the last boats en route to Denmark. his old home. for a visit.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
WOUNDED IN FRANCE

Orn F. Hill, who for a time was employed as druggist with the Brio Drug Co.,, is back at his home i'm Kctchikau after service overseas with the medical corps of the army. He was wounded in the leg and also eassod. He stnl limps slightly from hls wounds.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
ON ETAEs

E. M. Goddard and his sister Dor 1thy were on board the Admiral Evans bound for their home at the Goddard Sanatarium near Sitka. Mir. Goddard is the son of Dr. God lard. formerly a physician of this town, and has been in the service in the States,
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
STAYING OVER

Not having been able to complete tbc business that called him to Doug las. Paul Bloedhorn was unable Co catch the last boat leaving for Cor dova. SO he will be passenger for his home on the next boat that leaves for that place.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
PAROLED

Karl Meier. iuterncd alien enemy from Douglas. has been poroled from thc government iutcrnment camp at Fort Douglas, Utah. He was sent from this place during the war days. having been arrested on 70 presidential warrant.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
ENTERTAINED

Mrs. A. W. Garn entertained a few friends at her home on Easter Mon day. The ladies brought their sew ing and spent tho afternoon very pleasantly and profitably. A very dainty lunch was served by the hostess.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
RETURNS FROM TRIP

U. s. Deputy Marshal George To- Johnson of Douglas returned on Che City of Seattle from a trip to Seattle on official business.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25
CAUCUS NOTICE

There will be a democratic caucus i'm Douglas next Tuesday evening to nominate four delegates to the Ter irtorial convention in Juneau on May 2nd.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25

Tho following are thc committees in charge of the dance to bc given by the Senior High school in honor of this years graduating class at Natatorlum hall on Friday evening, May ?:
 Invitation Harriet Sey.
 Decorations Philip Bradley Sin clair Brown.
 Punch Elizabeth Fcusi, Esther Cashcn.
 Music and Hall Martin Gallwas and Joe George.
 There have been no written iuyi- tations sent ont on Douglas Island and it is understood that a general invitation Is extended 10 the dane ing people to attend There will be no admission charges.
 The hall committee is consoIidat- ing with the Bremen. who are 10 have dance in the same place a week later. in preparing the hall and it will be put in fine shape.
 The decorations are to be crim- son and white the colors Of the graduating class.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25

peal of Che American government Co tho American people will meet response of which the Nation will be proud"
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25

Rchoarsals are coming thick and fast for the class play which is to be given at the Lyric theatre on Fri- day evening, May 9th. Those taking part i'm the play, which is called "All a Mistake. are Etta Brown. Verne Hannah. Gertrude Johnson. lmpi Aalto. Elmer Palmbom, Victor Hew- itt. Herman Gius and Joe George.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25

Members of the difforen, classes are working at high speed in their school work these days preparing for the final days of school Much work remains to be done. In the manual training deparment in particular. considerable overtime is being put in. as all handiwork must be com pleted in time to be exhibited at the Parent-Teachers' Association meet ing that takes place on the first Tuesday in May.
Douglas Island news., 1919-04-25

In thc srua.. a memorial was inc trodureJ and passed at aucc asking thc q. $. marshal to appoint a dep- uty ot Hoo1ah: s. D. %. requiring that notary nubl'cs bc citizens of Che United States and that when they Ic1vc Che Territory they lose their rights Go act as uotorics. pass cd; n. B. 2f. relative Go Che support
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RED CROSS NOTES

We are more than glad to have
with us again oUr efficient workers,
Ms. VI. p. Pollock ara Mrs. H. P.
Lynch.
This pleasure shaAcwed by the pro-
sncctiye loss Of or secretary and
treasury. Ms. Graham, whose work
the Red Cross has been exceptionally
fine.
\ new knitting allotment for
sweaters. muGlrrs and stockings for
children has been received, and Miss
Elise Duvall VII! be ve.y glad to sup
ply everybody with wool and direc-
t;nns for knitting. This is work for
refugee children ard We are. urged to
complete it by May lst.
Another oli clothes drive is inlmi-
ncnt. Be sure to lay aside every gar
nlent that can he spared, for those
whose sUlfelings We simply cannot
realize. They need them sorely, and
We have 50 many things we could
give and ne"cr MIS-. Look them up
and have them ready. even if it does
fo~ the Red Cross las been exception
ely fine.
~ their last meeting, the EXecu-
two Committee had the pleasure of
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Turul Jtruta

Miss Mary Diggs has returned from
a visit 10 Sumter.
Our MiilincrS are having land Oh
flee business. Evans.
Thopas Monson, Of Wilmington,
spent the past week end in the city
with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. W. \.
MonsOn.
Miss Vera -Stricklin, who has been
teaching in the Bethel school is at
home, school having closed.
Ms. Claud Crosby and little son,
OF Chester, are guests Of Mrs. Crosby's
brother, Mr.. Frank Evans.
Miss Willie Watkins has returned
to her ONE in Camden AFTER 4 sit
to Miss Ellen Bull. She was accom-
panied home by Miss Ellen.
National "Dress.Up' Week April 18th
to 18th. Buy Society Brand Clothing.
Evans.
Rev. and Mrs. G. T. Harmon and
daughter, Virginia, of Bennettsville,
spent Wednesday in the city.
Mrs. w. d. James is visiting Mrs.
o. Y. Owings in Columbia.
Mr.. r. II. Johnson, OF Richmond,
Va, spent last week in the city.
Hel bert Watson, OF Camp McClell-
an, has received a discharge and is
at home.
Miss Ellen Duvall is visiting rela-
tives in Sumter.
Mrs. L. G. Lowery spent Sunday in
Florence with Mr.. Lowery.
Mrs. Donald Matheson was called
to her old home in Virginia this week
on account of death in the family.
Mr.. NJ. ]. Smell, of Augusta, spent
this week in the city.
Four invoices OF Ladies Salts and
Goats to arrive this week. Evans.
Little Miss Mae Gillespie is visiting
relatives in Patrick.
) The Chronicle $50 year.
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Miss Annie Erwin, of Darlington,
is the guest of Mrs. 3. F. Pegues.
Miss Julia McFarlan spent one day
this week in the city en- route to
Tallahassee, Fla.
Sheets, Pillow Cases, Towels and
other household furnishings at attrac-
tive new prices. Evans.
Miss Ncttie Mcbride, of the Teal
Mill section, spent the past week end
the guest Of Misses Vera and Rosalie
Stricklin.
The Chronicle $1.5O a year.
Misses Minnie and Essie Carnes are
visiting their sister, Mrs. Chas. kava-
naueh in Sumter this week.
Mrs. Geo. Carnes, Jr., is visiting
Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. Carres on Church
street.
Our Ladies Fine Dress 0XfOrds are
selling fast. Narrow widths are good
filters. Evans.
The Chronicle $3.50 year.
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cow FOR SALE have for quick
sale nice family Cow, with young
calf two weeks old. R. \. Strick-
lin.
NOTICE. have opened up a general
repair and blacksmith shop at Mar
burg and am prepared to do your
work promptly. Prices right. ].
L. Hall.
S15O gets The Chronicle for year
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The new revenue law which becan
effective February 25th places
of five cents a pound on tobacco IL
snuff, and cigars and cigaretts caI
a tax on each thousand. AptomobAe
automobile parts and accesso1e
sporting goods, etc, bear tax q
per cent. The law was effective Fl
ruary 25th and merchants hand4 b
tobacco, etc., are required to pay b
on all goods on hand at the beginnlr
of business February 26th.
Gossard Corsets now fitted by gh
uate COrsetiere. Evans.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. w. Martin and Mr.
Chamberlain will attend the annh,
w. o. w. meeting to be held in Sphl
tanburg next week.
New White Goods received today
ready on Friday. Evans. I
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LOST-Vanity Case, initials E. A. c..
Finder will return to Miss Essie
earns and receive reward.
Mems and Boys Work Shirts new
prices. Evans.
Bilious? Feel heavy after dinner?
Bitter taste? Complexion sallow? Liv-
er perhaps needs waking up. Doan's
Regulets for bilious attacks. 30c. at
all drug stores.
Newest and nObbiest stock of mems
and boys Caps. Evans.
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NOTICE..

On the 26th day Of March, 1919, l
will let the contract to furnish ma
terial and build the bridge across
Thompson's Creek. Bridge known as
the Griggs Bridge. Contract will be
let at bridge at 10 o'clock a. m. Will
reserve the right to reject any or all
bids.
E. r. KNIGHT,
County Supervisor
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Charter No. 9342

N' REPORT OF THE CONDITION OF THE
First National Bank
at cheraw in the business Mar
and and ''''''"''
u S Bonds deposited to secure circulation ,, I'll
IT, xs9s pledged
U. s. deposits (par vaue 100000 n
certificates Indebtedness pledged
deposits bills payable 100000 72"oooo
Liberty Loan Bonds S and4A per cent unpledged hl6o0o
deposits bills payable 3eooooo a75O0o
Furniture and fixtures 25OG0o
Real estate owned othtr banking sss1ss
Lawful reserve 6Sl407
% from nssns tsH Il, 1sas bank % s
EeTTnel0n TsuTer "na WITH " treasurer A"N 0O' ~ 25oaoo
Interest earned collected-approxmate Notes and
| andB Receivable not past due 100000
Total sssols7s
sas5s saPs;a. stuck ssss paid in 'ssssss ssssss
GnaIlaea @ t pfes Hcnses and taxts paid 2sss 474es5
s s;:$sssas s5sssss sssss
Net amounts due banks Bankers and companies $500
individual DEPOSITS subject to check l715os15
SFne W Ioan dep sfpae account DinSr S ' ' 7soao
@ for which coaeras lecuriy 100000
Bills other than with including
obligations representing money borrowed other than
Bills payable with Federal Reserve 100000
n.7 ,n, ,.,,,n,.. 'sssss5s %s.s5s
T s. Gode Cashier of the bank
above to the best of my noe5 M Ss
Subscribed to before me this 18th day
H. A. Mcleod, Notary Public.
IColrect-Attest
NJ Walters
Director
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STATEMENT OF THE CONDITION OF
The Bank Of CheYaW

business March 4h 1919
RESOURCES LIABILITIES y
discounts 53259S9 Capital Stock paid In ocoy00
n~c.dra 12S12.69 fund 5OOO000
md Undivided prohts cur 4
by the bank SS6S5.OO and taxes
~ nivre M " and fixtures 567162 paid s1742s
100000 Due to Banks and Bankec SooS3
rreales 215000 Dividends unpaid $500
rNTe Banks Bankers 6421636 Individual Deposits
Currency 46I6O0 subject 10 checK 446e9s43
Gold 1920 Cashiers Checks l,l6OO3 44hsos.48
163965 Bills Redscounted with Fed
items SS5S3O eral Reserve Bank Sc
Bonds 134432S4 cured by Liberty Loan
l. G Cartifcat sofI 133025O0
Bills payable with Federal /
Bank secured by
Liberty Bonds 196650oO
u S. Certificates Of In
s'Bo1s Loan Bonds dep deposited $3.50 90
Total 1OO1594s5 Total 1oo5sAs5
State of South Carolina,
Cashier the named bank who being
condition
said shown by the books of said bank
o this 18th day OF
March, 1919
L. Craig Notary Public.
Correct Attest
NJ. w. Duval,
r. T.