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The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

William Allen White is pursuing
most peculiar tactics in his articles
regarding the League of Nations,
and the part taken in the formation
of the League by President Wilson.
After reading two separate articles
by Mr.. White we are unable to decide
just where he stands. In one paper
he writes under the heading "The
Wilson Myth" and not only brands
the League of Nations as myth, but
accuses President Wilson of being a
Socialist, catering to the despised
laboring class,and then places that
classin the position of the only one
desiring the League of Nations. He
went on to say that none of the
papers except the Socialist papers
were supporting it. Now he comes
out and says that the net result of the
Presidents trip to Europe is ode
finite will among the elder states
men of the world to form a League
of Nations" and continues with the
statement that chad he not gone to
Europe there would have been nc
League" Taking the two articles
together we should therefore draw
the conclusion that since Wilson is 8
Socialist, a representative of the
laboring class, and that none but
these are favorable to the League Of
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Of course it isn't surprising. You
don't hear many folks talk about the
nice little treat Mr.. Baker prepared
for those dear conscientious objec-
tors. The reason is that the church
people haven't got words befitting
the occasion and the professional
"cusser" run out of breath on the
first round. Just the same this is no
sign they are not thinking. One fell
low remarked that it was politics.
To which we would like to reply that
it is-well mighty poor politics. And
this isn't exactly what we thought,
either.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

A travelling man visited our Office
this week and we are still wondering
what his name was. He spoke such
poor English that we could scarcely
tell what his business was. Every
thing he said sounded like sauer
kraut and wienerwurst, but we finally
made out that he was just back from
France where he had been with the
American Expedtionary Forces, and
that his boss had given him his old
job back. He was a real American,
all right, but no one would have
guessed it to hear him talk.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

1t begins to look like Hennery j.
Allen had pulled his political "bon-
err" A soldier writing to the New
York Times says Hennery was "dip-
lomatically requested to absent him
self from the work of the Red Cross
after some political talks" and then
went to the "Y." The writer also
says Hennery has "colored his facts
and used figures that are ridiculous"
And the soldier was closer to the
powder than Hennery, too.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Anyway, you hear more kick from
the politicians than from the fellows
who did the fighting, as to the manner
in which the war was conducted.
We're for letting the soldiers "hol-
Ter" all they wish, they've got it COM
ing. But let's can the politicians of
all varieties. They override the job
anyway.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Some people think the editor Of
this paper is crazy because he main
tains that oil may be discovered in
Seward county. For the sake of ar
gument We'll admit the truth of their
contention, but wish to call attention
to the fact that we're not the first
lunatic' that has proved good
prophet.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

The Ladies Aid Society of the
Christian Church met with Mrs. A. H.
Cramsey yesterday afternoon. The
attendance was good and profitable
meeting was enjoyed, and at the close
of which the hostess served dainty re-
freshments.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

A visitor to our sanctum the other
day commented upon our purchase of
an adding machine, and remarked
that we should be able to figure our
profits in our head We told him we
were, all right, but that during the
war an adding machine was neces-
sary to keep track of expenses-and
he thought we were kidding him.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Perhaps it sounds like borrowing
trouble, but we are making the guess
that the work of paving will be ter
ribly hindered by rains this spring.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

We are certainly glad to see so
many nice letters from our cores
pondents each week. Just keep it up
folks. We sure do appreciate it, and
the people in your neighborhood do
too. The more the better. Keep 'em
coming.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Another reason we're glad the war
is over: We can now step up to the
fountain and take one of our favor
lite drinks without looking at that
picture with all those ships on it and
the legend "save sugar"
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

At last reports those pages of ten
der years were still working at To-
peka. We're in favor of adiourning
the Legislature sine die. What's the
use of making laws for common folks
when the members of the Legislature
permit the violation of existing laws
on the very floor of the capitol build
ing?
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

What kind of a car do you want.
It is possible to get most any of your
favorite brands now. Most of the
dealers are now getting in shipments.
Roads will soon be so you can use
them.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

The Liberal mill continues to ship
out flour and feed as fast as it can
be made. They are still having
power trouble, but it is hoped this
will soon be remedied. The local de-
mand for Lights Best is good and
the flour is giving satisfaction.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Tell us people don't read the Dem
ocrat! We heard a fellow refer to
the councilmen as alderman one day
this week. Well, amt we getting
ready to pave?
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

It's a little tough. Just about the
time a fellow gets his last winters
overcoat paid for his wife strikes him
for new spring hat. And the ice
man chases the coal man off the job
in between.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

WHY NOT SAVE SIS per month
in the Aetna and make good profit
on your saving? You pay in 5000,
get back $1,000, making $500 profit.
We will explain how it's done.-Grif-
fifth & Baughman. Call phone 121.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

such small fry as William Allen
White would be considered as FORUM
ate to have the opportunity of shin
ing his boots.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Entered as second class matter jan
uary 6, 1911, at the postoffice at
Liberal, Kansas, under the Act of
March 8. 1879.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

DIR. HIGGINBOTHAM, the Nose
and Throat Specialist, will be at the
Liberal Hospital on the last Sunday
in each month. 37tfc
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

In looking for trouble it's a good
plan to not overestimate your capa-
city.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Subscription Price, $3.50 Per Year
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Walt Heppler is buying poultry,
eggs and hides at the Creamery poul-
try house. 37t4c.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13

Published Every Thursday at Liberal,
Seward County, Kansas.
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13
The Liberal Democrat

OFFICIAL PAPER OF SEWARD
COUNTY, LIBERAL CITY AND
UNITED STATES LAND OFFICE
The Liberal democrat. [volume] (Liberal, Kan.) 1911-1924, 1919-02-13
The First Presbyterian
Church of Liberal

Has seat, kind word, a
warm hand-shake and help
full message for the good
and the bad, the rich and the
poor, and the friend and the
stranger.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
NO MANS LAND.



The same sun shines on No Mans Ian,
That shines on US today,
The tender grass is springing up,
And Just one daring buttcreup
Has boldly pushed its way
Through blood-stained mud and tangle'
wire,
To view the havoc wrought
BY bursting shell and scorching fire,
Where peace vas dearly bought.
For Nature waves her fairy wand
To right the wrongs Of No Mans Land
The wind that blows DER No Mans
Land
The scent Of blossoms bears
To us. But there the naked trees
Lift tortured branches to the breeze;
No budding joy is theirs.
But here and there from ravagcd root
Withered and brown and dead,
There springs anew a tiny shoot,
Raising its timid head.
The resurrection Cod has planned
To right the wrongs OF No Mans Land.
The same moon beams on US tonight
That beamed on No Mans Land
When Belgium was raging he'll
And France was torn by shot and shell
And brave men took their stand
The silver moon looked down upon
The fight they dearly fought,
And now the tyrants power is gone
The miracle is wrought.
The life blood of that noble band
Should right the wrongs Of No Mans
Land.
The wreaths that people No Mans Land
Are watching US today.
They cannot rest until they know
II that grim task they tried to do
Has failed or paved the way
To holding nations side by side
In peace and unity.
We do not wonder that they died
To keep whole world free.
So let us not withhold our hand.
But right the wrongs of No Mans Land
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
FACTS ABOUT WAR SAVINGS
STAMPS.

War Savings Stamps to the amount
of approximately s1,O15,000,000 were
sold in the United States from De-
cember, 1917, to January 1, 1919.
War Savings Certificates were
adopted and first issued in England
in the spring of 1916. In the United
States War Savings Stamps were FIRST
issued in December, 1917.
In Great Britain, nearly three hun
dred million certificates have been
sold since 1916, to January, 1919
bringing in approximately $1,1oo,ooo,-
900.
War Savings Stamps in forms sim.
liar to those OF the United States and
Great Britain exist in Australia, New
Zealand, Canada, India and Japan.
War Savings Stamps of the Unitee
States are issued in annual series, anC
each series has a uniform date anC
maturity. The interest rate is KEEP
uniform by increasing the purchase
price one cent each month, beginning
at s4.12 in January.
British War Savings Stamps ar
dated when purchased and are du'
| FIVE years from that date. Certih
Gates always sell for the same price
l5s. cd. (s3.s5).
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
Road Commissioners Meeting.

Messrs. Robert Grain and Harry R
Bowling, board OF Road Commits
sioners, held meeting in the Court
House on Tuesday for the purpose Of
opening bids for the construction Of
the West County Road. Only one
bid was submitted and that by Mr.
Robert Wills who bid s70,2O1.00 for
tie whole distance of 1913 miles
Work will shortly be begun on this
road which will be constructed under
the supervision of Mr.. Harold 5.
Swami, who has constructed mpst OF
the State Aid roads in the county.
The completion of this ROAD will
serve a long felt want of the people
in the Southwestern section of the
county.
The board agreed to put up $4,000
provided the sum of $s5000 fwas
raised by the citizens of Marbur1 to
repair and build the road leading
from Masons Springs to MarburS:
The board further authorized Mr.;
A. P. Vacchianoyto go over the road
leading from Lcthair to the St. Marys
county line for the purpose of Sesti-
mating cost of repairing the same.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
SPRING HAS ARRIVED; THAT
is, OFFICIALLY.

Spring is here.
/ However welcome this bright sea
son may be--in other parts of the
country--its arrival is hardly noticed
in Washington, because OF the mild
winter which prevailed in this vicin-
ity. Temperatures have been hover
ing around the spring level in the
District for several weeks.
Weather bureau officials say that
only twice in the past twenty-five
years have the people of Washington
experienced milder winter seasons
than the one which ended last night.
The winter which packed its grip yes
terday also was reeord-breaker for
lack of snow.
Up to date the weather bureau has
recorded only three and three-tenths
inches OF snow, which is the lowest
on record. The nearest to it was in
the winter of 1ss9-90, when six and
one-half inches OF snow fell here.
The two winters that were milder
in Washington than the one just
ended were those of 1sS9-90 and 1879
so. In the winter of $500 the aver
age temperature was 44.3 degrees, as
compared with an average of 80 de-
grees for the winter of 191s-19. The
average for the winter OF 1880 was
41.3.
The normal winter temperature for
Washington is 345 The winter of
1913 was unusually mild, with an
average temperature of 40.1 Ali OF
these temperatures are computed for
the months of December, January and
February.
The home gardeners of the District
also are glad to welcome the new
season, so that they can start out in
earnest to defeat the high cost OF
living with a crop of backyard vege-
tables.
On any vacant lot after O'Clock
this afternoon you will see another
sure sign of spring-a gang of yelling
boys ready with bats and balls to eel
citrate the passing of winter.
Father also will wear broad smile
today as he gazes at the dwindline
coal pile in the cellar and realizes
that in a few days he will hang a
closed-for-the-summer sign aon the
furnace.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
OWN YOUR OWN BUSINESS.

New York Manufacturing Corpora
ton, looking for a representative in
this section presents an opportunity
for live, aggressive hustler to es-
tablish his own permanent business.
We want a man to handle a ma
tionally advertised, well established
product, thoroughly protected BY
patents exclusive sales rights in 4
limited territory for the right party
Fifty per cent profit insures ampl,
return for time required-no invest
ment required except 500 to 5000 in
readily salahle merchandise. A Sigh
knowledge OF automobiles desirable
but not necessary.
In your reply give complete infor
nation about yourself, and references
If you convince US that you are tn,
man we want, our district sales man
ager from Baltimore will arrange Il
see you.
Reply P O Box s7t, Baltimore
Nd
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
AGRICULTURAL NOTES.

The Sheep Growers Association
will meet April sth at the Cour
House.
Do not forget the Demonstration
in Dynamiting next week.
April LIST at 9 o'clock (new time
we will be at Mt. Victoria on Mr.
Grains farm. Al 3 o'clock at Faux
ner on Mr. John G. Chapman's farm
April End at gao we will be a
GRAFTON on the farm OF Mr.. f. N
Henderson. At 1890 on toward Iron
sides on the farm of Mr.. George w
GRAY. At 1870 at Welcome on the
farm Of Mr.. ]. r. Welsh. At 3:3C
we will 90 to Mr.. James A. Gray's
and there we will demonstrate what
can be done toward Strengthening
out the banks OF stream so that il
will carry all the water and thus
drain the land. There are many such
places in this county and It will pay
the farmers to see how this can be
done easily and eheaply. Let's ge,
our hills in grass and cultivate the
soil that has been going down the
hills into the meadows for years and
see IL we cannot get It back on old
Mother Nature that way,
April ard at $50 we will be on the
grounds Of St. Marys Catholic Church
near Bryantown. At 2:30 we will
be on the farm Of Mr.. George |. Gar
diner near Malcolm.
April 4th we will be at 9 O'Clock
on tA farm Of Mr.. ]. A. Cox near
White Plain and at 1890 on the farm
Of Mr.. s. D. Roby on towards l.
Plata. At 1870 we will be at Mr.
Harry Stonestreets and at $3.50 al
the farm OF Mr.. James L. Padgett,
both near La Plata.
Ali Of these demonstrations viii
be in blasting stumps except the on
on the farm of Mr.. John Chapman
which will be ditching demonstra
ton and the one on Mr.. J. A. Gray
farm as noted above Because It vii
not cost you $500 to go and see thes'
there will be grea
many too busy Just now to stop am
see how the work is done. But there
will be many others who will go and
see and then go home and do some
Of the same kind Of work.
"If the expenditure of about 5 cents
per A. for testing seed corn gives ar
average increased yield over untestet
seed OF Az bushels of corn, is the
lob worth while9 Think il over"
John P. BURDETTE,
County Agent,
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28

Mr.. Michael A. Toughs who has
been for number of ye7ss connected
with the United Statc Navy and who
las been statiorsd at Indian Head
for the pas. several years, has been
appointed Cashier of the Indian Head
State Bank vice Mr. John D. Rowe
who resigned to accept the appoint
ment of Postmaster at Indian Head
Mr.. Tougher was born and raised
in Indiana where he made his home
10 to entering the Navy. He is a
bright, capable and energetic young
man whose service the bank has been
fortunate in securing. He has made
himself popular since coming to this
county and is held in the highest
esteem by the people in his adopted
home. The young banking institution
which has been SO rapidly progress
ing since its beginning will continue
to 20 ahead and be of great benefit
and service to the people of the
county and particularly the north
western section where it is located
Mr.. Tougher comes to the institution
very highly recommended for energy
accuracy and politeness. We extend
him our best wishes for a successful
future.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
Motce.

This is to give notice thar the sub
scribers have obtained IRON the Or
plans Court OF Charles County,
Maryland, Letters OF Administration
on the Personal Estate Of
George Is own
tate cf said county. deceased. All
persons having CLAIMS against said
deceased are hereby warned to ex-
hibit the same, with the vouchers
thereof legally authenticated, to the
subscriber on or before The sth., day
OF August 1919. They may otherwise
by law be excluded from all benefit
i said deceased's estate.
Given unber our hands thit, 7th day
Of February 1913,
William A. Brown and Aloysius B.
Gardiner. Administrators Of George
Brown, deceased.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
Mr.. Thomas ]. Saddler Assumes
Charge.

Mr.. Thomas J. Saddler. who was
at one time connected with the Mary
land Independent as compositor but
who for the past few years has been
living in Baltimore, returned to the
county during the week and has as
sumed charge of our printing Office.
The Independent is now prepared to
handle all kinds of advertising and
job work. Give him call when you
need posters, envelopes or any kind
of job printing and frst-class work.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
MR.. ooPsEY DEAD.

As we go TO press, we learn Of the
death ofMr. W. Armstead Copsey, who
died on Wednesday, at his late home
near Welcome, the cause of which we
have not learned He was about fifty
years of age, and one of our most pro
gressive farmers and highly respected
citizens He lived for many years near
Brentland, but for the past few years
has made his lone near Welcome
His funeral will take place at 10 A. NJ
today and his remains laid to rest il
the cemetery Of St. Thomas Church.
May his soul rest in peace.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
FARRALL's SPRING OPENING

We are prepared to display to the
public the largest and finest assort-
ment of wearing apparel f6r Ladies,
Misses and Children that mas been
shown in Southern Maryland since
our nation entered the war, with Miss
Caulk in charge Our stock Consists
of the latest models in Hats, Goats
Coat Suits, Silk and Serge Presses
Georgette> Blouses, all shades, Sport
Dresses in French ginghams for al
ages, Wash Suits for boys. and Z
complete line Of Lingerie.
Our entire stock is complete, in
Guiding Mems and Boys rdady-to
wear garments, shoes. hats, nekkwear
etc. The public is cordially Nnvites
to- come and inspect same % on
prices are right
:, =, FARRELL 1 AoN,
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28

Notice to Creditors.
In the Orphans Court for Charles
Co. SIS.
La Plata Nd, February Z, 1919.
Ordered by the Court that
William A. Brown and Aloys'us B.
Gardner Administrations Of George
Brown deceased, give notice required
by law to the creditors Of said Jo-
George Brown deeeis ~ e
claims, legally authenticated, by ad.
yertisement published in some one
newspaper in Charles County, Mary,
land. once in each OF three successive.
weeks.
True copy-Iest:
CHARLES N. DEMENT,,
Register OF Wills Tor Charles County.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28

Four changes allowed to yearly
advertisers without additional charge
All advertisements due and pay
able after the first insertion.
Obituaries and personal commu-
nications will be inserted at Is cents
per line.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
NOTICE

Having decided to discontinue the
mercantile busine at La Plata
Maryland, we are Offering our entire
stock at reduced prices to the retail
and wholesale trade.
Padgett's Store,
T.. Adjoining Pos. oiaice'
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
FOR SALE
THE GERM.
.HAGKETTS CAPE CURE

KILLS THE WORM AS WELL AS
Makes Poultry-raising both profit
able and pleasant Your money re-
turned if dot satisfied. 1t is almost
infallible
Hackett's Cape Cure, s5c. postpaid
Hackett's Louise Powder. 35c postpaid
HACKETTS CAPE CURE CO.,
Dept S. Hillsboro. Md.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
Maryland Independent
THE YOUNG MANS ADVOCATE.
THE POOR MANS FRIEND.

Terms for Transient Advertising;
One square. one insertion. $500
Each subsequent Insertion. rs
Six lines or less constitute a square.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28

Notice.
This is 20 give notice, that the sub
scriber has obtained from the Or
phans' Court Of Charles County, Nd,
Letters Testameutary on the personal
estate Of
JAMES A. D0RsETT,
late OF said county. deceased. All
persons having claims against said
deceased are hereby warned to ex-
hibit the same. with the Vouchers
thereof legally authenticated to the
subscriber. on or before the 31st day
Of August, 1919. They may other
wise by law be excluded from all
benefit Of said dcceased's estate.
Given under my hand this 25th day
OF February, 1919.
HARRY H. HOYNE.
Administrator Of James A. Dossett,
deceased.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28

Ordered by the Circuit Court for
Charles County, Maryland, this 9th
day OF March, in the year 1919 thar
the sale Of the real estate mentioned
and described in the above entitled
cause. made and reported BY F. Stone
Posey and Waiter J, Mitchell, Trus-
tees, be finally ratified and confirmed.
unless cause to the contrary be shown
on or before the 10th day Of April
1919; provided. copy Of this order
be inserted in some newspaper print-
ed and published in said Charles
County once week for three sue.
eessive weeks before the said lOtl
day OF April, in the year 1910.
The Report states the amount 81
sale to be $4,000.
WARREN NJ. ALBRITT AIN.
Clerk OF The Circuit Court for Charlei
Couaty Maryland
True copy
Test;
| WARREN n. ALRRlTTAIN,
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1919-03-28
NOTICE TO CREDITORS.

In the Orphans Court for Charles
Co, IS.
La Plata, Nd, March 4, 1919.
Ordered by the Court, That Ferdi-
nand {. Cooksey, Administrator OF
Amos Gains, deceased, give notice re-
CURED by law to the creditors Of said
Amos Gains to exhibit their claims
legally authenticated, by advertise
ment published in some one news
paper in Charles County, Maryland
once in each Of three successive
weeks.
True copy-Iest:
CHARLES N. DEMENT,,
Register Of Wills for Charles County