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The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
DISTRICT CONTEST
ELY TREATED TO SOME EXCEL
LENT TALKS BY THE DIS.
TRICT CONTESTANTS.

The Washington School Auditor
ium was comfortably filled Friday
evening. on the occasion of the Dis
trict Oratorical Contest in which the
schools of Gilbert Biwabik, Chisholm,
Hibbing and Ely were represented.
The subject chosen for debate was
what were the greatest benefits to
this country from the late war;"
Mark Nolan of Gilbert in we'll de-
livered talk of eight minutes, main
tanned that the position attained by
America among the nations of the
world was the greatest benefit. Miss
Engen of Biwabik argued that "In-
dustrial Democracy" would prove the
greatest blessing arising from the
war. Arne Wall of Chisholm, main
tanned that the unity of Americas
population would be by far the great
er benefit. Donald Whitehouse ofHib.
bling had it settled in his own mind
and tried to convince the hearers and
the judges that patriotism" was the
greatest benefit derived by America
while Miss Pauline Simpson of this
city expressed the opinion that woman
and the worlds attitude towards
woman hereafter would prove the
greatest blessing and benefit.
Eight minutes were allotted each
speaker and they certainly made the
most of their time, speaking fast and
to the point. Three minutes were
given each for rebuttal. The judges
were of the opinion that their lot in
life was not the most congenial in
asmuch as they were forced to de-
clare winner. This opinion was
shared by the audience. Each and
every spe aSer was entitled to first
place in the opinion of those who
listened to their able talks.
The judges were Supt. P. P. Col
grove of Virginia; Supt. Lee Flem-
ing of Tower and Principal v. E.
Boardman of Eveleth. At six o'clock
the visitors, with the members of the
board of education and thehigh school
faculty were rendered dinner by the
domestic science class Of the Ely
schools. Those who attended speak
in glowing terms of the cuisine of
the class VINO v,re under the super.
vision of Mrs. Richard Trezona and
Miss Cashier. A dinner of FIVE
courses was sac7ei.
Supt. Colgrove of Virginia, an
nounced the winners of the contest
in a pleasing address during which he
recounted several humorous stories
which put the audience in a most ex-
cellent frame of mind.
The honors were awarded as fol-
lows:
/. Mark Nolan of Gilbert.
2. Arne Wall of Chisholm.
3. Miss Gunda Engen of Biwabik.
a. Miss Pauline Simpson of Ely.
5. Donald Whitehouse of Hibbing.
Mr.. Nolan will represent the dis
trict lat the state contest at st. Paul
next week where the state extempo-
raneous and discussion contests will
be staged ut Manchester College.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
Trinidad Lizard Farm.

On the island of Trinidad there is
,oday veritable lizard farm which
aas all the equipment for the success
Jul breeding Of these none too numer-
GUS members Of the reptile family
which are now known to be indispens-
able to the sugar planters. In addi-
ton to this enterprise wider search
is being made for toads to help in.
crease the worlds sugar output.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
Carved In Algerian Rocks,

A huge buffalo with enormous horns
is conspicuous in prehistoric rock
drawings lately found in Algeria. The
African elephant Is also a.. striking
feature. and other animals include the
lion, leopard. gazelle and domestic
goats and sheep.-San Francisco Argo-
naut.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
ATTENDED CHISHOLM MEET.

William Gallagher accompanied
by Miss Ruth Sutton instructor of
speaking in the Ely schools returned
early in the week from Chisholm
where they had taken part in the
range dran'-lic speaking contest
held there and at which Mr.. Gal
lagher represented the Ely schools.
Miss Rita Lewis of Chisholm won
first place in the contest which was
participated in by five of the range
schools.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14

Mayor Knutson, w. D. Gallagher
and Jas. l. Laing, as committee from
the Commercial Club attended the
road session of the County Com
missioners in Duluth Friday. The
gentlemen report an excellent meet
ing and one of much interest. Del
egates from all range towns were
present.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
Poor Relatives Figure.

She said with sigh. my, how glad
l am that have poor relatives fig
'ure! I can wear anything from the
frocks made for Cousin Anne, who is
nearly six feet and looks like clothes
pin, to the suits built for Cousin Jane,
who is five feet and weighs one hum
dred and eighty"
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
MEMORIAL SERVICE.

A Memorial Service will be held
at 200 o'clock next Sunday after
noon in the Presbyterian church in
honor Of Sergeant Philip T. White,
son Of Superintendent and Mrs. H. E.
White, who, while with the American
Army Of occupation on German soil,
died on February 19, 1919.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
In Piccadiify.

Piccadilly is believed to have got Its
name from pickadelles or piccadillies, q
variety Of turnover collar. A tailor
named Higgins, who had made a
fortune selling these articles Of ap-
parel, built home in that particular
part of London in, 1880 and called it
Piccadilly hall, hence the name Picca-
dilly.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
IWSSt

A. Wright who has been a res
ident of Winton for several years
where he made his home with his son,
Addison Wright, and family, died
Tuesday of cancer after an extended
illness. The remains were taken to
Saltwater for burial and were ac-
companied by his sons, Addison and
Cleve. He was II years of age and
besides the two sons resident at Win
ton is survived by two daughters at
Saltwater.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14

Rev. J. C. Mapson has received no
tice of his appointment as Stated
Clerk of the Duluth Presbytery. This
is an honor not usually conferred on
the smaller towns and Rev. Mapson
is to be congratulated on his ap-
pointment. He is eminently fitted for
the position and while he says that
the place entails an extra large
amount of work, he nevertheless is
willing and able to fill the place.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
1WTSS'

A dance will be given this evening
after the Tower-Ely basketball game.
The dance will be held at the Opera
House.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
-IWSSH

Ira O6gers of Crystal Falls, Mich,
where he is in charge of the explo-
ration work ofsthe Oliver Iron Min
ing company, was in the city Satur-
day and Sunday visiting with his
mother, Mrs. S. Odgers, and other
relatives.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
First National Bank

straight Jail sentence of sixty days
on the work farm. The man in the
case who had furnished the booze
was assessed a total of $102 as a
fine. 1t is understood the gent was
a resident of Section Thirty.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14

Rev. John Blackhurst of the M. E.
church was called to Soudan Wednes-
day to officiate at the funeral of
Henry Griffin. Mr.. Griffin was one
of the early residents of the Yer
million range and leaves a host of
friends who regret his demise.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
1WSS

T. A. Hippaka, with his sister Miss
Hilda, left Sunday for Duluth, where
the latter enters the State Normal
School to finish her course. T. A
has received his discharge from the
U. S. Navy and returns to Fond du
Lac, Wisconsin, to resume his pc,
sition as Supervisor of Manual Train.
ing in the Fond du Lac schools.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
1WSSE

Alex Kiljander has sold his con-
fectionery establishment to Ponti-
men & Remes who will open the
same with fine new stock. Mr.. Kill
lander will embark in the jewelry
and watch repair business in quar-
tiers being arranged for him.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
DIR. J. j. CALL.
DENTIST.
Office Over Miller Store Co.
ELY, MINI.

The directorate of the Community
Center building has had several
meetings this week and practically
decided on furniture and fittings for
the building. 1t is expected that be-
fore the end of the month the fix
lures and furniture will all be in
place and the building occupied and
beginning it's period of usefulness.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
lNSSl

The fire department was called out
Tuesday morning at about six A. M.
to the eastern end of the city where
a chimney fire had been discovered.
No serious damage was done.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
1WSSI

The police yesterday took into Gus
tody two ladies who had imbibed too
much and were creating a disturb
ance among the neighbors and on
the street. One was fined $25 and
costs and while the other secured a
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14

FOR SALE:-22-Room, Modern
Hotel for Sale. Steam heated and
electric lighted. A money maker.
On account of sickness will sell at a
low price. If interested write to F.
H. Koch, Monticello, Mimi.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
1WSSl

Miss Edith Ellefson returned Sat-
urday from a visit with friends and
relatives in the Twin Cities and Du-
luth.
Mrs. A. j. Thomas left Sunday for
River Falls, Wis, where she will visit
with her daughter, Mrs. C. Stillman,
for some time.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
lNMSSE

A. ]. Thomas, H. J. Merdink and
F. B. James left Monday for St. Paul
where they represent the City of Ely
in several measures that come up be-
fore the legislature.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14

At the Methodist church next Sun
day morning the subject will be
character Building" and in the
evening, "Men of Faith and what they
Accomplished" Services at Winton
in the afternoon. All invited to the
services.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
1WSSl

The Clerk of the District Court
has sent out notices stating that the
25th day of March, is the last day
for filing notes of issue for the April
term of the district court to be held
at Virginia, beginning on the LIST day
of April at II 100 o'clock in the fore
noon of said day. The petit jury
will convene at 9 o'clock in the fore
noon of Monday, April z, at which
time civil jury cases will be called
for trial.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
1W'S.Sl


Letters received from Frank
Schweiger who is with the army in
France, says he is we'll and while
chatting at the bit to return, never
theless is getting along fine and en-
joying the service.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14

Mrs. L. Seraphine hasreturned from
Hibbing where she attended the flu
neral of Miss Anne Sullivan. She
also visited with her sisters at Hib-
bling and Bull while away.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
.WSSl

Mrs. E. C. Jones has returned from
Litchfield, where she has been for
some time at the bedside of her
mother who has been seriously i'll.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14

l will call for and deliver Laun-
dry two times a week. M. Koski,
agent Peerless Laundry.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
Precipitation
Seeds "
for Northern Gardens.
ORDER FaOM
Duluth Floral Co.
DULUTH, MINI. Ask for FREE Packets.

Mrs. Lembi Kittela was operated
on at Shipman Hospital this week for
chronic appendicitis.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
kR Md0 IN
K WITLI[KoS q
lHMQZN@SZJ

Flowers, Plants, etc. Order of
Abraham Rosenbloom. Phone FL.
WSS
]. D. Conan spent several days
in Duluth this week.
- IWSSl --- FL.
A. j. Fenske was a Duluth visitor
several days this week.
[WSS. -- ----
AXel Larson left Saturday for
Eagle Bend, Min, for visit with
relatives and friends.
- WSS F.
DR.. J. J. Cali has opened dental
Offices n the rooms over Miller's
.tore.
- WISE j
The mild weather of the past few
"a has raised havoc with the sleigh
ing on exposed places of the roads.
--IIWSSl - q
Alb2,t Swanki of Swallow &/Hop-
kins camps was operated on at Ship
man Hospital this week.
- WSSI -
Frank Bald;ne had small tumor
removed from his head this week at
the Shipman Hospital.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
I\AJCSl

The proceedings of the City Coun-
Gil will be found in another column
They are full of interest to all. Read
them.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14

Dorothy Riley of Winton was OPP
Grated on Tuesday at the Shipman
Hospital for severe attack of acute
appendicitis.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1919-03-14
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MUST lake rne kIs

MUST rake rne HIsk.
Do not expect the ship to return
loaded with precious treasures without
being exposed to dangers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
Over Private Wires
w. F. Campbell & Co.'S Cotton Letter

The cotton industry has now emerged from war conditions and we look for constant improvement in the trade de- mand. We realize that the market has had good advance from the recent low levels Gall of which we predicted). and that the gains this week have added to the long interest but we do not believe that present prices discount the situa- ton that is being revealed. The present long interest in the market means that thre must be reactions from time to time, but this does not mean that the wide swings in the price will not be toward gradually higher prices. Mills are doing better business than ever and. in this country, cannot supply the demand for many lines of goods. Boston reports the largest demand for cotton mill machinery in 30 years. Liverpool cables that Man chester continues to do large trade in cotton goods, and Liverpool sold daily this past week from 10000 to eo,ooo bales. the largest transactions since before the war On Thursday of the past week the spot markets of the south traded in over GOO bales of the actual stuff,
 On top of all the other bullish facts, as stated above. cold wave is now spread ing over the south and threatening to put the finishing touches to 8 long series of adverse crop developments. The ex- tent of such damage is not obtainable al this writing.
 We advise our friends to confne them selves 10 the constructive side of the market and only sell cotton for the pur. pose of realizing profits.W. E. Camp bell &l Co.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
NEW CONGRESSMAN
 FROM ALABAMA IS
 GREETED BY HOUSE
Rainey Is Warmly Greeted and Is Presented to Re- publicans Who Fought
 Him So Hard
By HUGH W. ROBERTS

Washington, October '13.-(SpeciaD The republicans made no objection to the seating of L. E. Rainey. democrat. recently elected by the people of the Seventh Alabama district. and the new member was sworn in today. To as- certain the intention of the repub- licans. Representative Dent. acting in the absence of Representative Herin. as dean of the delegation, showed Rainey'S credentials to Representa- tive Mondell, republican leader of the House, and Representative Fess, chair man of the republican congressional campaign committee. Both gave as- surance that no objection would be raised to the seating of the new mem ber
 When Mir Rainey was presented to the House there was boisterous ap- plause by the democrats. who had fol- lowed the course of the recent bitter campaign with intense interest. The republicans smiled cynically in re- memberance of the scare they had thrown into the democratic camp.
 After Rainey had taken the oath of office he was presented to various members of the House. including Repr resentative Fess, who had circulated the Seventh district with that inflam- matory variety of campaign literature peculiar to republican politicians. Mir. Rainey was apparently deeply inter ested in beholding the man who had played such an active part in trying to keep him out of Congress
 The new member was accompa ed to Washington by Mrs. Rainey and Judge L. L. Herzberg, who so skill fully managed his campaign. The lat ter informed friends in Washington that the bitterness of the fight could not be imagined by one who had not been on the ground and that two weeks prior to the balloting he was impressed withsfear that his candidate te was beaten.
 MT. Rainey has not appointed his of flee force. but states that within a few days he will be ready for busi- ness.
 The Seventh district has been with cut representation since last spring.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
TOO MANY STATIONS FOR DISTRIBUTION
 OF P. o. SUPPLIES
Government Considering Advisability of Eliminating All Except Those in Birmingham. Montgomery
 and Mobile

J. King Pickett, superintendent of the division of equipment and supp plies of the postoffice department, ar- rived in Birmin Eham from Washing ton yesterday to look over the situa- tion regarding plans for the estab- lfshment of three distributing sta tions in Alabama for the handling of supplies for third and fourth class post0ffices. At present it is estimated that there are 100 distributing stations in the state, and according to Mir Pickett it iS planned to reduce this number 10 those established in Bir- minEham. Mobile and Montgomery.
 Mir. Pickett stated that matters would be greatly simpIified with the centraIixing of distribution, and this system Is being used in 39 states most successfully now. Third and fourtII class offices are supplied with statioh- cry, rubber stamps and scales by the department, bu the county supply points furnish the rest of the equip ment, he said.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
NIGHT SCHOOL OPENS

The first session of the night school begun at Ensley High last evening was full of interest and promises to be most successful.
 Prof. E. E. Smith. principal of Ems ley High. is also principal of the night school and is supported by mem bers of his day faculty and principals of various grammar schools of the dis trict.
 Special stress will be made this year on Americanizing foreigners of the district and varied courses are open for them Among these will be an elementary course of reading, spelling and letter writing and civil govern ment. Prof Mims. Prof. Ozier of school. and Prof. Reagan of Vivian school will have these branches in charge.
 A feature of the foreign work will be the class for foreign women who are ambitious enough to want to keep pace with their husbands and brothers. Miss Burns of the high school faculty will have this phase of the work in charge.
 The special courses open to all stu dents will be commercial courses of stenography typewriting and commer- cial arithmetic and mechanical draw ing. Prof Savers will have charge of the former and Prof. Cunning the lat ter. Should other courses be in de- mand they will be added. It is pos sible that French and Spanish will be added at an early date. The school will be in two sessions of 13 weeks each. with vacation from December to 29. A dollar is required as an entrance fee. but will be returned if the pupil shows go per cent attendance.
 Tho school meets on Mondays, We'd nesdays and Fridays of each week from 7:30 to s:30 in the evenings.
 MOTHERS, CLUB
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
FEDERAL GRAND JURY WILL RECONVENE TO COMPLETE ITS DOCKET

The federal grand jury will recon vene this afternoon at o'clock to complete their investigations. and to make final report when the docket is cleared. The grand jury was empan- elled several weeks ago, and was in ses- sion for two weeks Investigating the findings and complaints received dur ing the federal probe which was con- ducted here under the direction of Erie Pettus, United States district attorney. While nothing could be learned re eardirg the purpose of the govern ment's pury when it reconvenes today, it is expected that further investiga- ton into the high cost of living will bs made
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
ALABAMA PLACED
 IN NEW DISTRICT

Lieutenant Commander ]. E. Meredith and the entire personnel of the navy re- cruiting party in Alabama have re- turned from Atlanta, where they at tended conference Sunday afternoon. Alabama has ben placed in the newly created southeastern division of the navy recruiting service, with headquar- ters in Atlanta. Prior to this change, Alabama was a part of the southern division. with headquarters in New Or leans This territory was divided so as to simplify the work on account of the increase of recruiting. it is stated. The southeastern division includes Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida. North and South Carolina
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
ISMYER SEEKING RAISE FOR HEADS
 OF DEPARTMENTS
Birmingham Postmaster Says General Employees Have Had Raises and
 Others Are Neglected
Fly HUGH W. ROBERTS

Washington. october l3--fSpecial) For the purpose of appearing before the congressional committee investi- gating postal salaries. R. B. Smyer, postmaster at Birmingham. came to Washington today.
 MT. Smyer. along with other post masters of first-class postoffices throughout the United States, will ask the commission to give earnest con- sideration to the cases of men at the heads of the departments in local post offices.
 The salaries of men who are mem bers of the various unions or fraternal organizations" said Mir. Smyer, "are always taken care of. Their organ nations look after their wants The heads of the departments. however, have no organizations to aid them and as a result they are neglected
 T intend calling the attention of the commission to the needs of these men and am assured that they will be given considerations"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14

will meet at Loveman's corner We'd
 nesday afternoon at 2;3o, from which
 place the members will go to inspect the Tutwiler kitchen and Hollywood pasteurizing plant. An out-of- town wedding of interest to Enslev people was that of Miss Car rife Wood to MT Charles A. Dean, which took place in Lafayette last Wednesday evening at o'clock at the home of the brides parents, Mir. and Mrs. Walter B. Wood. The ring cere- mony was performed by Rev George r. Boyd, presiding elder of the Bes- semer district.
 Mrs Dean. as Miss Wood. was a ere- quert visitor to Paisley as the guest of Mrs. Boyd.
 Rev Middleton S Barnwell ad- dressed a large crowd at St. Johns Episcopal church Sunday evening in the interest of Sewanee university. MT. and Mrs. Earl Morrison have re- turned from their wedding trip, which took them through 9 greater part of Fthe west
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
FINE IMPOSED FOR RUNNING STREET CAR
 WITH FLAT WHEEL
Nominal Fine Imposed for Technical Violation of City Ordinance Reg
 ulating Street Cars

The Birmingham Railway Light and Power company was fined s1 yesterday in Judge H. F. Heflins court for run ming car with flat wheel The case was an appeal from the recorders court. where A. c. Bradshaw. a conduc- tor on the Tidewater line. was fined $10 for running car with a flat wheel at Pratt City junction. Bradshaw ap- pealed on the grounds that he was merely an agent for the company and if any city ordinance had been violated it was not by him but by the company, as he ran whatever car they provided, having no choice in the matter. It was non-jury case and construed as a technical violation of the ordinance, the fine being nominal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
NEWS OF ENSLEY

The Woman's Missionary society Of the Ensley Highlands Methodist church will hold their regular monthly silver tea a. the home of Mrs. Ed Pouch, 17oS Pike avenue. Wednesday afternoon. with Mrs B. B. Stokes as joint hostess. The following programme will be given: Hymn 544; devotional, Vic tory in the Hour of Crisis Through Prayer: piano selection. Miss Grace Finch: Missions in China" Mrs. F. q. Mackey; reading, selected, Mrs. Nor man Saver; piano solo, Miss Helen Shehee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-14
Broussa Throws Lot
 With the Nationalists

Athens. october 1s.-(Havas.)--A dispatch from Constantinople states that Broussa, the ancient capital of the Turkish sultans and only 57 miles from constantinople. has adhered to the Ma tionalist movement.
 Adrianople, the most important town in European Turkey, next to Constan tinople. has also thrown in it's lot with the Nationalists.