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The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
INCREASED FARE WILL
BE FOUGHT TO FINISH

TIL plans Of the Wheeling Traction
com pany calling for IN increase in the
wnrc from this city 10 Wheeling. VIII
INJECT with somo little opposition. II
plans which are at present being FORM
cd. arc carried Out. Tho franch>se
agreement between this city. and the
Wheeling Traction company. which mas
twelve moro years TO run. specifics mat
n faro of five cents shall be charged
between this city and Fourteenth street.
Wheeling. as we'll as Brooksde and Bel
lairc. and there Is some suggestion, that
II the company tries this stunt, and vio-
latcs their agreement that Beliaire.
Hridgcnorr md Martins Ferry. might
we'll get together. and advertise their
franchise for sale 10 the highest BIDDER
md sell the rights to some other COM
pany who would he willing to run cars
along this side Of the river.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Playground Directors.

The annual meeting Of the newly
elected board Of directors Of the Martins
Ferry Playground association VIII be
held in the local Board OF Trade rooms
in. the Citizens Bank building. on South
Fourth street. this evening in response
to a call from H. Fl. Criswcll, the new
president All Of the directors are ex-
pectcd to present, as plans will be made
at that timo for the rc-opening Of the
grounds for the year. as we'll as for the
purchase of some additional equipment
for the place.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
DEMPSEY MAKING
VERY BAD move

Jees Dempsey. according to reports.
IL hiding from Sporting Writers because
he has signed q contract to write articles
about his training. chances Of boating
Willard. etc. If the report Is true"
Dempsey is making onc OF the biggest
mistakes OF his young career. He needs
the sporting press worse than the press
needs him. AS for his writing articles,
OF course. someone else will write them
and stick Jacks name over them II
Dempsey wants to be as unpopular as
Willard. all he has TO do Is to follow
the course on which he has started rut.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
oruner at @. cantrsvme.

Coroner John R Wyatt Of South Bel
Iatrs was at St Cfatrsville yesterday In
yestigating the shooting Of baby to
death and woundtnS Of Ms Joe Muddy
which occurred at Provident. near ST
Clairsvf1le Sunday evening He has not
returned home late Last. night Joe Bob
tnsh gave himself ND yesterday to Depu-
ty Sheriff BaAcer. saying he did the
shooting. The man with others We're
shooting beer bottles with n shot gun.
Somebody spoke to him as ne was aoout
to shoot and turning to sec who ad-
dressed HIM the gun was accidentally
discharged and tho child killed IN its
mothers arms and tho woman wounded.
She Is improving ut tho North Wheeling
hoSpS&zl
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
pol.cs "a Matrinaoninl A4ents.

The efforts of the local police were re-
quircd to assist in rersuading the wife
Of one of the Hungarian residents Of
the city to return to her husband and
children, whom she had deserted Sunday
afternoon The woman was Appreciated
upon complaint of her husband after her
lover had been placed in Jail. but after
some persuasion by the husband and n
couple Of members Of the police force,
she decided to return to her homo and
four small children rather than face a
night in jail, with police court the mex:
day
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
r,nanos Committee Meeting.

Tho finance committee in charge Of the
coming home coming celebration for tho
soldiers If the city. which Is In charge
of Chairman Brock Brown. will hold
their weekly meeting In the council
chamber Of the city building tomorrow
night and all Of the members have been
notified that the roll will be called at
both tn opening and closing Of the
mecting and all who are not present at
two consecutive meetings. and present
no good excuse, will be dropped from the
committee.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

Lieut.. Llsle Chambers has arrived In
this city from Camp Sherman to spend
n Is days furlough
j. o. Perry Is confined to his homo
on South Third street with illness.
Walter Wernig has returned to Cam p
Sherman after spending a short fur
Tough with his parents here.
Tho Ministerial association Of this
city held meeting In the Baptist
church on South Third street yesterday
morning.
Several Bridgeport members Of the
Elks' lodge were In town attending the
meeting of the local lodge last night.
Miss Hazel Wade Ia able to be out
following a lengthy illness of pneu-
monia.
Miss Carrie Kreiger Of Grant avenue
Is confined to her home with Illness
Police court was busy place in this
city last night. and large number Of
offenders were heard on various charges
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
TxTuxMED So1pHRS 1S
Z 2 WILL PLAN ZOE v1O4OA
r0ar AND oT~R THIHGS
svs,np, w111 Re Good Speeches, Eats an
Singing Of Popular Army sonsO'

"a general good time is andefpateo by
ali vno arc planning 70 attend the DIX
Sra,Is-stnoker Of the returned soldiers
/; - .ajiors Of Bellaire and vicinity to be
MAJ tomorrow evening at the CONNER
<:Ia1. Climb rooms The program Tot the
evening" is one that will appeal strongly
"a those who have been IN the sefVEe
and will be supplemented by snort OK
fernporaneous talks and discussions ns
the boys present
* Owing to the irr,possfotlfty OF reacnlns
1,S ese bows who have come back the
rnr,n,ittee in charge has made no et1ort
q extend personal invitations. IL rs
sI.o known that several Of the notices
l.ent ont failed to reach their destination.
Henca # Is desired that those who KNOW
81 the meeting spread the news among
fheir friends who have been IN the ser
1vicn In order that no one will be over
Hooked. No steps have yet been taEeI'
coward even a temporary ORGANIZATION II
ss,,np desired to defer the matter until
a.: ca, be explained and discussed at a
representative meeting Of the soldiers
and sailors.
S. Tho proposition no won foot Is 70
y&oos& the Victory loan and to take pre-
Nu,inary steps toward the ORGANIZATION
Of local posts Of tho veterans OF inc
world War. 1t.is a movement that Is
RAPIDLY becoming nation wide in extent
ana is certain to have far reaching re-
suits. The big object is to maintain and
promote the bonds Of comradeship that
now exist among those who were in the
aafvtce during the Great War.
81 Sneakers will explain the matter fully
At tomorrow nights meeting. In addi-
ton there will be grand song-1est. a
happy; reunion and eats Any one who
IS or has been either in tn" army. navy
~. marines, during the recent war or
airy Of our wars Of the past is cordially
invited to take part.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
For Quality Shoe Repairing
See Shoe Hospital
1045 Main street.
BIG POLICE COURT
PLANNED FOR TODAY

All OF the cases which were scheduled
for police court for last night. were con-
tinued until today, as the mayor was
busy The offenders for today are as
follows: ten gamblers arrested at 1890
Saturday night; two disorderlies arrest
ed Saturday charged with fighting; Kate
Harrison. for drunkenness; six gamblers
arrested at $3.50 a m. Sunday; four
drunk and disorderlieS arrested on Mon
day morning and one Greek charged with
assault making a grand total Of twenty
three cases for today.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Was Well Known Hero.

r. NJ. Caldwell. who passed away al
his summer home in Winter Park. Fla.
Sunday afternoon at $3.50 o'clock. fol,
lowing an illness of a complication OF
diseases. was well known here. having
been former resident Of Kirkwood. a,
the time when he was manager Of The
Actna-Standord mill Of the American
Sheet and Tin Plate Company.
The remains were shipped to Wheel
ing and funeral services are expected
to take place Thursday afternoon. with
intcrment at Greenwood cemetery.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Congregational Meeting Tomorrow

Quite. a large attendance Of the men,
bers Of the First United Presbyterian
church of this city are expected to DO
in attendance at the annual congrega-
tional meeting which will be held in the
church. corner Of Hanover and Fourth
streets tomorrow evening. Tho annual
reports Of the officers and committees
Of the congregation will be heard an1
the new officers elected to serve dur
ing the coming year.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
A1nhn P smolnr SucoeEsful.

The regular meeting OF the local.
chapter Of the Alpha Pi fraternity was
held in their chapter rooms on Fourth,
street last night. with good number
of the members present, following the
business session, the members spent
couple of hours Of enjoyment at social
session and smoker.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
victory Loan Smoker.

The smoker and social affair which
will be held by the returned soldiers
of the city in the rooms Of the Board
Of Trade Thursday evening of this
week gives promise OF being a popular
affair. Several speakers from out OF
town WILL be present TO address the
boys and give them an idea Of the part
Uncle Sam wants these men to take in
the coming Victory Loan campaign.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
More Men OF.

Prospects for On early resumption OF
the Carnegie steel works plant here arc
not the brightest. Indications are thae
the plant will not resume for some time.
II is stated that many Of the laoorers
and others who have been working since
the plant shut down and the furnaces
became tdle are now idle also, but
few men being retained about the o's
nl9nf
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
merts, Meuttnn Hsld.

The Retail Clerks union of this city
held their regular weekly meeting In
the board of trade rooms on South
Fourth street last night at 1880 o'clock.
with large and enthusiastic attendance
OF the members Quite large amount
of business was Transacted and a ndm-
bers Of plans made for tho future OF
the organization.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
To Ded,cate New Church.

The new Presbyterian church at Cole
rain is to be dedicated next Sunday with
appropriate services. a big delegation
OF members Of that denomination Of this
city will attend. DR.. Moses Breeze OF
Columbus. who has spoken here, Is to
give the dedicatory address.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
For Quality Shoe Repairing
See Shoe Hospital
1645 Main Street.
o. o. A. N. holds Reception.

At the regular meeting Of the local
Order Of United American men. which
will be held in their rooms, In the Helm
lein building this evening. arrangements
have been made to entertain those pres
emit with n social affair, in honor Of sew
oral OF their members who have return
ed from the army since the last meeting
two weeks ago. All Of the members arc
expected TO be- present and are promised
an enjoyable time
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Rine Contest Held.

The first OF the series OF contests for
souvenir watch fobs. between the mem
bors Of the Bridgeport Rife club. was
staged In the range rooms. in the base
mrnt OF tho Heinlein building last night.
with large number OF the members
present. and taking I'm Interested part
in the shooting. These contests will be
cotinucd on each Monday night ,until
their conclusion. The members Of the
Junior club are also holding their weekly
contests for the special badges. and
some good scores are being made.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Memorial For Soldiers.

The suggestion which has been MADE.
that this city should get up some style
of memorial, wherein the names OF inc
boys from this place who served in tho
world war might DO cut as memor1an
to the future generations seems to meet
with approval in this city. and 1t Is
thought likely that something or TINS
sort may be placed on the lawn OF the
new city building.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
women's chr.st.an Temperance Union

The monthly meeting Of tho Womcn's
Christian Temperance union OF this city
will be held at the home of Mrs. Daisy
Lane tomorrow evening. instead OF Mrs.
Lou Demmick, as was previously an
nounced. All Of the members are ex-
ncctcd 10 be present. rs important
business will be taken up.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Farrell Puneru1 romorrpw.

Funeral services over the remains OF
the late Merit Farrell. who died at the
local hospital Sunday morning. follow
ing an operation for appendicitis. Will
be held from the late home on Walnut
street, tomorroy afternoon and the re-
mains will be laid at rest in st. Mary's
cemetery.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Greek Minor Injured.

Angek Clsco, one of the Greek miners
employed at the local mine Of the Whit
aker-G1essner company, had a coal PICK
run into one OF his feet yesterday
about noon, painfully injuring the mem
Der. He was taken to the local hos
pital. where his injury was given at
tention.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Theda Eara AtttcttYe.

Good crowds saw the famous Theda
Bara in the production Of THE She
Devil" Mt both exhibitions at the Fenray
thcator last right. and all were highly
pleased with the picture. Another op-
portunity will he given tonight to those
who were unable to get In last night.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
nutertuins Ladies, Ala Tonight

Mrs Hurry Lyle. OF West Wheeling.
VIII bc hostess TO tho members Of the
Ladies' Aid Society Of the West Wheel
ing Methodist church at her home -
night. and all OF the members arc on
pccted to attend the meeting. An nx-
cellent program has been arranged for
the meeting and this will be followed
by a social evening.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Masons To Rane,uI,,.

A large delegation Of tho local Masons
from all OF the towns along the river
left yesterday afternoon for GAINESVILLE,
where the past masters degree OF the
order was conferred last night. Follow
ing tho initiation. plans called for n big
banquet for all who were In attendance
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Presbyterian Ladies' ala,

The Ladies' Aid society of the Pres
byterian church will hold their regular
meeting in the parlors Of the chruch on
South Fourth street this afternoon at
$3.50 o'clock. and hopes have been enter
tanned that all Of the members will lie
present.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Eag1ep Meet Tomorrow Hixht,

The weekly meeting Of the Fraternal
Order OF Eagles Of this city will b:
held In their hail on the CadIz pike to.
morrow evening at 1880 o'clock. nni
all OF the members who are able are
expected to be present, rs. some bust,
ness Of importance will be Offered 1ol
their attention.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Junior Mechanics, Maetina.

The Junior Mechanics Of this city
held an interesting meeting In their
hall In the Henlrin block last night,
at which time n large number Of the
members were present and took an
active part in the discussions OF busI-
ness matters
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Ruu1a Fasy WhesatnE NteA

Captan Happy Culberd,on. Of the Boil
lu1re Hixh school Basketball team, said
yestertay that no was anxious Tor q
tEtrd gnme between BeSsdre and Wheel
ing. High school Basketball teams to set
Ito the dIsputed Ohio valley champion
snip. He expressed belief that the local
team could easily win on a neutral floor.
It Is understood that officials Of both
schools are opposed 10 any post season
contests and>none WIN IiAcely be played
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

J. Ross Greenlee. president OF the
hoard Of county commissioners and the
other members of that body will go 10
Colurlbus tomorrow to consult wfth rne
state highway commissioner relative 10
tho Improvement OF some Of the roads N
Belmont county. II is understood thai
a Martins Ferry part will 80 to Column
bus also to press the claims for improve
rpesz4 OF The road above Martins Ferry.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
City Has Big Credit.

The city Of Beliairc had. on April I.
to the credit Of the various city funds an
amount Of S78,249.70. During tho month
Of March the expenditures from the va
rious city funds was S24.700-Ss and the
receipts during the month were only
91315
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Animal neoting wednesday.

The annual meeting Of the First
Presbyterian church congregation Is TO
be held Wednesday evening at the church
at 1880 o'clock. Officers will elected
and reports submitted. meeting Of the
Group leaders will be held after ,hc
annual meeting.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Missionary Society Meeting.

Tho Women's Missionary society OF
the First Presbyterian church Of this
city will meet in the parlors Of the
church on South Fourth street tomor-
row afternoon at $3.50 o'clock and Miss
Linn Patterson has been selected to
have charge Of the devotional exercises
for the occasion.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

a meeting ves held last night BY the
committee named 30 look after the cam
paxgn to Secure funds for the removal
Of tho Jewett enamel company's plant to
this cffy. The campaign for funds Is
now underway and It is-Gpected that the
St0, eco needed VII be easily subscribed,
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

Tho Westminster guild of the First
Presbyterian church has elected officers
AS follows for the ensuing year: Presi-
dent, Miss Norma Boyce: vice president.
Miss Bessie Rosser; secretary Mrs. Ed
win CreHmer; treasurer. Miss Fannie
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
The Riscn King.

The choir Of the Christian church un-
der the directions of Prof. f. 4. aa'-
stead. Is holding rchcarsals or cAh-
tata to be presented Easter evening. Inc
cantata Is entitled. The Risen hlhG.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

there were no offenders TO face Mayor
Culbertson yesterday. All of those ar
rested Saturday night paid their lines
Sunday. In the first eight days OF the
present month l. arrests have been
made by the police.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Class Elects Officers.

Donald Ward has been elected as the
new president OF the Mems Bible class
of the First Presbyterian church. The
other officers follow: Vice president.
John T. Travcrs: secretary, Attorney
Harry T. Tyler and treasurer, Guy
Adams.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
To Continue Campaign.

A special meeting Of the Woman's
Civic club was held last night at the
High School auditorium. The club de-
cided to continue the cleanup campaign
throughout the present week. The cam
paign last week was intcrfered with by
snow and rain.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Alumni Association lrst.

a meeting Of tho BcIfaire High School
Alumni association was held last night
at the Office Of Superintendent J. V.
Nelson Of the local schools Albert
Noice is president Of the association.
Plans were made for the annual alumni
banquet ts+De held IN the carly part Of
juno
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
rsw Sunday School ofacers.

Kenneth G. Cooper has been elected
en- the superintendent Of the First Pres
S6yterian Sunday school. The other new
Officers are as follows: Assistant super
Santendent, Raymond Hamper: secretary
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Rav. Ionaa to IeHNa.

Rev. L Frederick Jones, rector Of tho
Trinity church. delivers his farewell
sermon next Sunday at Che local church.
having accepted a call to the Port Chm
ton. Ohio, church. Rev. Mr. Hunter.
who graduates from tho seminary this
spring. hna been assigned to the local
church
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
&anutro HB& Evan4.

Be1f&Ae business men arc to give q
community dinner this evening at the
Elk ball on Belmont street About 3eo
parsons are expected. A number of pro-
posed eivSc Improvements WIN be launch
Cd s. ]. Coz, noted Cevesander, will be
tho -Sgeakef.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Tor Bilious Trobles-

liver and correct the disorders caused
by blItousnesa Chamberlain's Tablets
arc excellent. Try them and see how
quickly they give you q relish for your
food and Danish that dug and stupid
feeling. For sale by all dealers.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Elhs, Broet.ng we'll Attended.

The meeting Of the local lodge Of
Elks which was held in their lodge home
on North Fourth street last night. WAS
we'll attended and interesting, according
10 some who were there. Following -hc
business session, those present spent a
couple Of hours in social enjoyment.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Great Preparations.

Elaborate preparations are being made
by the general committee in charge Of
the big celebration to be hold here on
June 81 when the boys VINO fought In
the big war will be given q rousine re-
cpet1on. The Protestant ch1rches of the
city have agreed to keep open house to
allow all to have O place where they may
rest. while the public buildings through
out the city will also open for the day
in order that all may have access to
them.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
GetS Diyurco.

Juecph NJ. Dubois local lumber man,
was granted a divorce In common pesie
court at St ClRlrsWlle yesterohy ny
Judge Charles J. Lynch he orooghe
actioo arasrsst hts wife Christina Du-
RnAs. the grounds being wfffm absence
for q period Of three years.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

An attempt was made to enter the
Buckeye Liquor company saloon. near
the ferry landing, early Monday morn
ing. The wouid-be robbers were fright
cned away by Al Feeley, the night
Waterman. who dred two shots at the
men.
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

broke all traditions in the Giant train
ling camp by winning every game. from
the Rockies. .Prelintnaries closed yes.
tcrday and 1McGrnW's lea&lferB are all
set for the gameS with outsiders. -,
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

a bill to give New York municipal
authorities power to say whether pro.
fessional baseball games may Be played
legally on Sunday afternoons, passed
the New York Senate yesterday % to
81. The measure now goes to tho As
SeTnbly
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08

Beita4ee council No. 81, R and S. M
Is to hold a big meeting Wednesday
evening at the Masonic temple. Camfllus
W. Shepherd. Hlustrious grand sentinel
and inspecting officer Of the most illus
trtous grand council Of r. and S NJ.
VIII be fn attendance
The Wheeling intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1903-1961, 1919-04-08
Evangclistic Scrvtce1.

The evanRclistic services at the First
Presbyterian church on South Fourth
street last night were IN charge Of Rev.
Gill Wilson, one of the men who saw
service In France during the recent con-
flict His address was extremely inter-
esting and a large crowd was precsnt to