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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11

Aim at perfection In everything.
though In most things II Is unattain-
able; however. they who aim at II
and persevere will come much nearer
to II than those whose laziness and
dependency make them give II up a.
unattainable. --Chesterfield.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
Mica.

Mica. SO named from Its being cas-
lily divided into glistening scales, con-
sists of silica and alumina. associated
with magnesia. soda and lime In vary
Ing proportions. Thus we have potash
mica, consisting Of silica, alumina and
potash: and magnesin mica. In which
the alumna IL partially replaced by
magnesia. passing--as the proportion
OF magnesia increases-into soft tale.
which Is chiefly composed Of silica and
magnesia.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11

In France seaweed finds utility as
n stiffener for mattresses and as size
Tor straw hats, while the native fish.
ermen Of South Australia make ropes
and fishing nets from local varieties.
A certain variety. known In Ireland
as "tope," has been recommended by
famous physician as cure for
rheumatism and throat affections II
eaten hot. while In some parts Of Eng.
land and Wales variety OF sea-
weed. known as ''iaver." has been In
demand for years as vegetable.
Served with roast meats. II Is said to
be extremely palatahle.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11

We should rather be life's good
comrades than Its passionate lovers.
neither easily offended. nor imagining
evil. yet not taking Its affairs too
lightly. Let us hold Life faithfully
by the hand. loving II through fair
and III repute; as good travellers,
grumbling little. praising much. and
sharing sun and shadow and wayside
inns.--ExchanEe.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11

The Duxbury fair will be held
September Is. Mr.. Johnson of
Webster, will give an address on
rural problems. County Agent,
w. J. Corwin, also will be pre-
sent to Judge the products and
stock.
Bring all kinds of vegetables
and fancy work.
Bring your cattle and other
stock.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
Murders known to sinner Council"

Murders Known to sinner Council"
Munich. Sept. 6.--At the concluding
examination OF Bavartan Communist
leaders charged with having murdered
hostages It was revealed that the in
ner council Of the Communist govern.
men. moved from Wittelsbacher pal.
ace TO the Luttpold Gymnasium the
day the massacre OF hostages occur.
red Evidence showed that this In.
ner council included NJ Alexrod. a
Russian radical; Levine Nissen and
Or Max Levien. Basarian Communist
leaders. and ten women from the Nm.
a:ch tenderloin
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
Rubber Easy 70 Cultivate.

After four or Ave years Of semi-cul-
tivation a rubber plantation requires
practically no care, except to see from
time to time that other trees which
may have gotten a start. are cut out.
The yield Of rubber gum begins about
the seventh year under favorable con-
ditions. and continues thereafter In
definitely.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
All Americans Entering Tampico
Region Must Sign Formal
Release.
ENTER AT own RISK"
carranza Government Makes Move to
+, Relieve Itself Of Responsibility
for What May Happen to
y. s. Citizens.

Washington. Sept, Z. Apparently
convinced that the United s ates is
In earnest In demanding proper treat
ment OF Americans in Mexico, the
Carranza government has adopted q
novel expedient In an attempt to re-
lieve itself Of responsibility. Ameri-
cans going to the Tampico region.
hereafter. will be compelled to sign a
formal release of the Mexican govern
ments responsibility for what may
happen to them. II they refuse, Mexi.
can officials will refuse to wise their
passports.
The condition raises a peculiar stu
alton, for. under international law, a
government may refuse travel permits
sion to foreigners into q region where
1t may not be prepared to guarantee
their safety.
Must Make Affidavit.
Americans going to the Tampico oil
region are being asked to make oath
TO such an affidavit as follows:
THE Undersigned. under oath, de-
poses and says that he has been warn
ed that the Tampico oil region is a
dangerous district on account OF the
activities OF bandits operating In said
region; that deponent, by reason of
his business as employe is on his way
to that region and travels at his own
risk. That In case some accident
might happen to him. hereby formally
renOunces the right that he or his
heirs might have to present a claim
to the Mexican government. either di-
recetly or through any other channel"
The affidavit Is not only required
OF workmen who are American citizens
but also OF American citizens in the
United States holding passports from
the state department authorizing
them to visit the Tampico region.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
Town of Wilma
From Oar CerrespoaAemt- -.

rum pUr S0bt0oUO00eWt-
Henry Hanstad made a trip to
st. Paul.
A. II. Anderson went to Sand
stone last week.
Mrs. Bessie Kirley is visiting
Mrs. Lee Bates.
Lee Bates and family made a
trip to Webster.
Fred Schmidt hauled lumber
from Askov, Monday.
Mrs. WATSON spent Monday
with Mrs. Lampson.
The young people enjoyed
themselves at party. Friday
evening.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11

Frew orr Cerr.spen1ent-

Frsss Oar CssrssDsaAent-
Chas Bjork has been quite i'll
for the past week.
L. L. Croissant went to the
State Fair last Friday.
Mrs. Ole Peterson made trip
to Frederic last Monday.
Miss Marie Ballantyne at
tended the State Fair Friday.
The L. L. Croissant family
made trip to Frederic last Sum-
day.
Mr.. f. J. Steinbring came home
from the Twin Cities Tuesday
night.
Allen Grevious and Russell
Kelch made a trip to Danbury
last Wednesday.
Andrew Bergman went to the
State Fair last Wednesday, re-
turning home Saturday.
Geo. Grevious and son went
to Webster Thursday where Mr..
Grevious purchased a mule.
Don't forget the town election
Sept. 18th. A tractor and pillow
for road work and breaking land
will change the complexion of
the roads and farms in a short
time.
Lester Allen returned home
last Thursday from North Dako-
Ia where he has been working
the past month. He drove back.
bringing with him a fine team
Of horses which he purchased
while out there.
The program given in Cations
hall Monday night under the d.
rection Of Mrs. N. M. Steel, was
attended by a large and appre-
ciative audience. A great deal
of work has gone into this en-
tertainment and its preparation,
and the people who assisted in it
felt well repaid by its success.
Social Center Building for
Markville
Rev. A. r. Mclean has pur-
chased the Nelson building and
is converting the upper portion
into living quarters for a family.
The lower floor will be fitted up
for a community social center.
The Kitchen and dining room
will be turned over to the Ladies'
Aid when they wish to use it.
The dining room will also be
supplied with games for the use
of the community. The room in
front is to be used as a public
library and reading and rest
room. The assistance Of the
community in fitting up these
lower rooms for community use
is solicited. It will be ready for
use about Oct. LIST.
A prize of ST and one of Soc
will be given to the persons who
will select the most suitable and
next to the most suitable name
for the community center in
Markville. Three judges will be
appointed to decide on the
merits of the names sent in. The
contest is open to any who wish
to compete. The names devised
must be in writing and signed
and handed or sent to A. f. Nc
Lean on or before Oct. list.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
Flawless Emeralds Rare.

An emerald free from flaw would be
the most precious Of all stones, ac
cort,ing to experts Of the Smithsonian
institution. Washington. The emerald
Is unfortunately seldom nawieSS and
were no. this the case II would he Of
greater value than the diamond. Flaw
less emeraids weighing more than four
arats are among the rarest Jewels !:
n perfect stone Of four carats Is virtu-
olly pricelesA
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
HOOVER SAILS FOR AMERICA
London Press Says Whole World
Owes Him Gratitude.

London, Sept. s Herbert c. Hoover.
formerly Allied food dictator. has
sailed for America on the Aauitania.
The London press eulogixed Hoover.
calling him the worlds universal pro.
wider to whom the world owes graft
tude.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
BANDITS ROB OIL FIRMS
Thsfts Of $5s.seo in Week by Mexicans
In Protected Zone,

Washington, Sept. S.-Details Of
three robberies in q week In the Tam.
pico region have been received at the
offices OF victimized American oil
companies. The robberies, In which
$5s.s60. Mexican gold, was taken. all
took place in territory where no one
but the Carranza troops Is permitted
to carry arms,
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11
BULGARIAN TREATY READY

OeCFdTcS VO0USTy - CntttIeO 70 OutIeS
to Aegean Sea.
Paris. Sept. S.-T The Bulge rian
treaty. according to the Havas
agency is about completed. II de-
clares that Bulgaria Is entitled to an
outlet to the Aegean. without specify
ing where. The place OF signing OF
the Austrian treaty has been fixed at
St. German in three or four days.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1919-09-11

If you have found anything
which has been lost, advertise it
in the American Want Column.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
Easter In The Hearts Garden
By "MARGUERTTE EDWARDS

On the first Easter morning Mary. the Mother; walked in a garden garden
from the Mother who sorrowed FOL hr dead, beloved son, n the singing
earth was to her but a n enemy, holding joy and love away
Blind. sorrowing, she approached the sepulchre-theTe to receive the
Easter essage-fhe glory If the worId-"T1e is not here, ut is risen!'
Then grief M death, and fear fell away from her, and Mary, the
Mother, walked again through the garden o carry h Easter message OF
life and love renewed and gionfed o a II who will hear. the
spring world is revealed to her-the green glory If he new grass the
marvellous o1ored tapestries of flowers, the swayng dance of the trees. the
|symphonc music OF running waters birds Ill became a chorus 80. I'D
love triumphant n eternal-loye pure owe from God to an-fro a
to God. There is n o death-for life is love!
The Easter season is always a time of renewed life M happiness. when
the old dulness If winter in u hearts and lives is stirred N lifted.
The SAL rises in the natural world, making all living things green and
gay ad deeply alive % he business If serving te world, Or making it
more beautiful There is a like rising Of thu sap in or human bodies and
|hving-a yelling up of desire and will Ito hve-to give out u own strength
In response to all the ley life about IS We toe long to lve-to create-to
Isee-to 10 better N greater, happier things than W. before
The first Easter of peace is better than n which has before
IT finds the heart of the world more tender-more opened to its mes
than for centuries past Great N small, we have LII endured the
crucfxon " al We have walked through the Valley Of the
Shadow of Death. Millions and millions Of women have kneltb by the Cross
and have. in truth, o lin spirit, made the journey to the tomb of beloved
SONS There is lot ne Of Is h "a not watched OIL Calvary!
But now it is Easter! 0
Again we walk in u gardens Again the sunshine and the fragrance
of warm earth and young flowers strs and comforts u.s. And although
beauty, they shall be tears Of joy for the knowledge that for every white
sin. and pain and ugliness for every human soul torn, IN blndeds for all
who WI known the agony # death and loss for themselves or for others
there is-above the tomb-above the cross-the glory of the resurrection.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
Red Cross Offers Course
In Home Care Of Sick

A course of Instruction IN elemen-
tary hygiene and home care of the
sick is being planned by the Perth
Amboy Red Cross chapter. This
course will in no way fit any one for
professional work. It Is for home
use only.
The executive committee has Sc
cured the cooperation Of Mrs. c. w.
lNauity as chapter supervisor of nurs-
ing. Mrs. Naulty is a graduate nurse
and is, thoroughly qualified to head
the nursing committee. She was at
division headquarters Tuesday of this
week securing information regarding
instructors, fees and general details
for formation of classes.
The epidemic of influenza Impress
ed upon Perth Amboy the great need
or home nursing knowledge. especial
ly by mothers and housewives, and it
is hoped that this opportunity offered
by the Red Cross will meet with
widespread favor and acceptance.
The Instructor must be an enrolled
Red Cross nurse, approved by tho
division director of nursing. Efforts
are being made to secure one of
thorough competency who Is now
located in this vicinity.
Text books are issued by the Red
Cross in either paper or cloth bind
ing. They contain fifteen lessons, as
&A4 LAAOLA liz
ton to health and disease; 2. Causes
and transmission of disease; 8, Food,
water. ice: A, Air, ventilation, heat
ing. lighting, sold. sewage, garbage;
5, The house; 6, Care of the house,
the laundry; z, Personal hygiene,
public agencies concerning health and
welfare; 8, Hygiene OF infancy and
childhood; g. Beds, mattresses, pill
lows. bedding; 10. Bed-making; Ii,
General consideration Of the care of
the sick in their own homes; II. Cen
eral are of the patient; IS, The use
of simple sick-foom appliances, local
applications, and enemata; IA, Synnp-
toms and diseases; Is, Household
medicine closet dangers in the indis-
'criminate use Of patent medicines,
stimulants, etc.).
Each lesson is about one and one
half hour in duration, half being de-
voted to instruction and half to prac-
teal work An examination is given
at the close of the term, rs per cent.
being necessary to secure a certificate
that such a home course has been
satisfactorily completed.
The fee charged will depend upon
the number IN each class. which may
contain not less than ten nor more
twenty members, with none
younger than sixteen years. More
one lass will be formed should
there be such q demand
Division of1icials advocate mems
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
Personals

A daughter was born recently to
Mi. and Mrs. Harold Lawton at their
home in Washington, d. c. Mrs.
Lawton was formerly Miss Lillian
Grefner, OF Madison avenue, this city.
Mrs. Mary Struber has returned to
her home in Linden from a weeks
visit with her daughter, Mrs. Charles
H. Seguine, in Rector street.
Miss Nora Larson, of Madison e
nue., is spending the Easter vacation
with friends at West Orange.
Mrs. William Mullner, of Paterson
street, spent yesterday with relatives
in Plainfield.
Mrs. Lewis Olsen, of Second street,
Is spending a week with relatives in
Miss Emma Greiner has returned
to her home in this city from a
weeks visit with her sister i'm Wash
ington.
MT. and Mrs. William L. Haffner
have returned to their home in Madi-
ton spent at Tampa, Florida
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas L. Peterson
have moved from First street to New
York City.
Carl Peterson, of South River, visit
ed his mother in Madison avenue
yesterday.
Mrs. Conover Buriew. of Lewis
street. Will De d SOtolSL al tn6 rlTSt
Presbyterian church in Matawan to-
morrow.
Mrs. John A. McAllister and daugh-
ter. Bess. Of West Point, r spend
ing several weeks with Mr.. and Mrs.
Ralph E. Seaman, of Rector street.
Albert Mehaffey. of Hartford,
Conn. is spending the weekend with
friends in Rector street.
John E. Bernard of Rector street, Is
spending a few days in Boston, Mass.
Lieutenant Holmes Oliver, has re-
ceived his honorable discharge from
the u. s. Army.
Miss Agnes Cavanaugh and Miss
Rae Clark of Waterbury, Conn. are
the guests of Miss Nora Burke, of
Division street. for a few days.
Albert Adams of Dixson City, Pa.
Is visiting his sister, Miss Florence
Adams of 10S Market street
Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Eike and
children of Park avenue, are visiting
the formers parents in Wilkesbarre.
Pa
Mrs Clara Brown of New York
City, has returned to her home after
a short visit with Mr.. and Mrs. Forest
Kemble of Market street.
Miss Harriet Flanagan of Newark,
Is spending her Easter vacation with
her cousin. Miss Ruth Ware of Wa
ter street.
Mrs. A Pierce has returned to her
home in Bath. Maine, after spending
the winter with her son, A Pierce,
Jr., In First street.
Mrs. Adrian Johnson. of First
street, spent yesterday with Mrs.
George Clark, Of South Amboy.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
WOMAN CRIED WITH PAIN

THOUSANDS OF women work today
while suffering from kidney or bladder
Wavue. 2726 3rd ST.. Ocean Park, Cal,
writes: II had to sit down during my
housework. My back ached SO. also
my hip panied so I used to cry out,
the pain was SO great. Now I am
thankful to say that Foley Kidney Pills
rid me of all my pain" Backache, sore
muscles. stiff or swollen joints, rheu-
matte pains are indication of kidney
trouble. Foley Kidney Pills are safe
and reliable. They bring quick results
Sold everywh ere.-Adv
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19

Curious Easter
Creepy Customs

The name Easter was derived
Eastre. the goddess of the east, of the
morning. OF the spring. The month
Iof April was dedicated to her and ali
spring festivals were held in April
When the world became Christian
ICED the leaders Of the church kept
the name of the old spring festival
and gave it the present Christian sig
| nificance which makes 1t a season Of
| comnemoration for the resurrection.
One of the oldest Easter supersd-
tons is that the sun dances IN Easter
morning, and it is considered very
lucky to rise early enough on Easter
morning to see this unusual feat
Another legend declares it unlucky
to omit wearing some new article OF
| dress on Easter Day.
Still another story has II an omen
of great good luck to see a lam the
first thing on Easter morning.
If the wind is in the east on Easter
many think IL wise to draw water and
wash In IL, so avoiding the unhealthy
der OF the year.
In Germany It was the ancient GUS
| tom to spread fine linen cloths on the
grass the night preceding Easter, and
| next morning to wash the face in the
rain, dew, or snow which may have
| fallen on the cloths overnight. Such
| custom was thought to ard Of all
| illness for a year..
As for Easter weather.
A good deal of rain on Easter Day
| Gives a good crop of grass. but little
good hay.
In Sussex. England. the natives de-
clare hat il the sun shines a littlo ON
| Easter day 1t will shine at least a
few moments each day in the follow
ing year.
And all over the world-a fall OF
rain ON Easter Day Is considered I'M
lucky for hats!
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
Liberty Council Meets

Liberty Council, No. II. Daughters
Of Liberty held their regular meeting
asst night in Jacobson's Hall in State
street. The state officers have been
invited to attend the council meeting
next Friday evening In the hall. The
~tenville. Keyport, South Amboy and
Railway. A large delegation Is ex-
pected.
The entertainment committee viii
meet at the home of Mrs. Boyer in
Elm street Wednesday evening.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
fashion
At S. A. Rest Rooms

The evenings OF the past week have
been especially pleasant one at the
g. A rest rooms. All Madison ave.
nue.. The after church Home Sing
last Sunday night was conducted by
the young people OF the First Presby-
terrain church, Mrs. Arthur Graham
hostess. The Tuesday night vocal and
instrumental music was in charge Of
Mr.. T. NJ Foye. pianist
The Girls Party night was largely
attended by he boys. The every night
Home Evenings were in charge of
Mr.. and Mrs. Kightlinger Of Sewaren:
Misses McCann, Oliver BrazelI and
Mrs. c. A. Emmons and Miss The1na
Emmons- Other friends of the boys
were dropping in. and these Home
Evening" now considered an enjoy
able featupre of the rest rooms, win
be respected the coming week.
Tomorrow night, Sunday April 20,
the young people from the Grace
Lutheran and Baptist churches, with
Mrs w. H. Bawden as hostess. will
join the service men In the after
church Home Sing" at s:45 p. m
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19

classes. also, as the influenza scourge
often threw nursing responsibilities
upon the imam of the house."
Anyone desiring to take advantage
of such a course will enroll PERSONAL
ly or by mail. at Red Cross head
quarters. f01 Smith street, Room 6;
the office is open from o a. m. to 5
p M every day except Saturday,
when it is open in the morning only.
Definite arrangements as to fees,
instructor, and time and place of
meeting will be made after the num-
Der wishing the course is ascertained.
In accordance with peace plans of
the American Red Cross, chapter
funds are available for certain lines
of local work. and the expenses of
this urse will be borne in part by
the chapter, SC that as many as posi-
BILE may afford the instruction
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
FOUR p. NJ

Mr.. RAY, which will be seen at the
Royal theatre today will have an OK
ceptional appeal.
There are many men and women
Of prominence throughout the coun
try moving in exclusive social and
big business circles of the larger
cities, whose minds go back to the
little town in which they were born,
and who, amid the excitement of
social and business life in the big
cities Of the country, think OF the
8 o'clock villages where they were
reared, and where curfew rang at
SHUTDOWN. Many business men
throughout h country gained their
rudimentary knowledge of their
business affairs in their own home
town, and they nave been the better
and more successful for il.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
To Attend Celebration

Two candidates received the initia-
tory degree at a meeting of Lawrence
Lodge No. 81, Odd Fellows, last night
at Odd Fellows hall. The report Of
the committee of the anniversary
celebration Of the combined Odd Fell
low lodges in this section was received
and an invitation was accepted from
Bentley Lodge Nc. 570c OF T~ottenville,
to attend their celebration next
Thursday night
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
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enclose with SC and mail IT to Foley e
Co, 1855 Sheffield Ave. Chicago, Ill,
writing your name and address clear
|ly You will receive in return a trial
package containing Foley's Honey and
Tar Compound, for coughs. colds n
Group: Foley Kidney Pills for pain in
sides and back: rheumatism. backache,
kidney and bladder ailments: and
Foley Cathartic Tablets, a wholesome
constipation, b~iliousness, headache, and
sluggish bowels. Sold e~verywhere.-
ADV.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
Horse In Trouble in Keasbey

By 8pectdI Correspondence
KEASBEY, April 19:-A horse and
wagon, belonging to the Singer Sew
fng Machine Company of Perth Am
boy, became imbedded In mud here
yesterday as the result Of tha horse,
which had been left united. wading
into a small bond. After the harness
had been cut and the services Of sew
eraI men secured the horse was gotten
mud
Perth Amboy evening news., 1919-04-19
CUT YOUR SHOE BILLS
WITH NEOLIN SO[ES

"The answer to the problem of shoe
wear lies in the use Of Ne0lin Soles'-
SO says Fl. L. Evans of Steubenvilles
Ohio.
For five months" says Mr. Evans
have been wearing the same pair OF
Ne6lin-soled shoes at my work at the
La Belle Iron Works and they are
good for two months more wear. As
my work takes me to all parts Of the
mill daily where | have to walk over
cinders. Stag, etc, it is simply out OF
the question to buy anything else to
take the place Of Neolin Soles."
You too-and your whole family-wil
find Neolin-soled shoes wear long and
so save money. You can gettheminthe
styles you like at almost any good shoe
store. And any repairman will re-sole
your worn shoes with Neohn Soles-
scientifically made to be durable, conf
Portable and waterproof. They are
mads by The Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Company, Akron, Ohio. who also make
Wingfoot Heels-guaranteed to out
wear any other heels.
ne0linSeles
Trads Mars Reg. u. 81 Pat. %.