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Evening star., 1919-04-18
Will Be Shown Sights.

1t is planned by the Treasury De-
partment, cooperating with the lib
erty. loan committee. to take the men
on sightseeing tour this afternoon.
Tomorrow it is probable that they will
visit. Washington's tomb. Speaking
for his fellow officers and the enlist
ed men Of his company, Commandant
Dirise, who converses excellently in
English, said:
we are most happy to visit the
city of Washington, the capital of
the nation which saved our country
from ruin. If there is any way by
which we can show our gratitude we
will gladly do SO. II we can help in
any way to make the victory liberty
loan greater success than everybody
had calculated on, we will deem it an
honor to be called upon"
Commandant Dirise is accompanied
by Lieut.. Vincent, Lieut.. Vervloet.
Lieut.. Heurard. Lieut.. Scheppers and
Lieut.. De vriendt. who is the pay
master of the company. The officers
are entertained by the liberty loa
committee at the New Willard. and
Secretary Louis A. Drexler is looking
after the comfort Of the enlisted men
at the Y. M. c. A. Liberty Hut.
Evening star., 1919-04-18
Other Addresses Made.

Addresses also were made by Mrs.
Matthew T. Scott. honorary president
general. who placed a wreath on the
tomb of Martha Washington. and by
Mrs. 4. 9. Burlsson. who placed a
wreath before the portrait Of Anna
Pamela CpnpinGham. through whose
(CoattYued on Second F09e.5
Evening star., 1919-04-18

Thrilling to the final line il a story
Of woman spies in Paris. in next sun
days Star.
Evening star., 1919-04-18
Real -:
Americans

That's what William B.
Wilson, Secretary Of Labor,
terms the working men and
women Of this country. They.
are loyal to the ideals of the
new Americanism and will do
their part in carrying the
blessings Of these ideals to
all the world.
He also discusses future ac-
tivities of the Department of
Labor in an article written
specially for
THE. SUNDAY STAR.
Evening star., 1919-04-18
Will Be Two Sections.

The brigade will be made up of the
white and colored sections of the en-
ployes' association. They Will meet
at the o Street armory, near 9TH
street northwest. at o'clock tomor-
row morning From there. under the
direction of President Joseph II. Hur-
lev of the association, they will be
distributed throughout various sec
lions of the city. Once on the job they
will be in charge of foremen and Of
ficials of the District street cleaning
department
Hurley are to show the non-residents
of the District that the citizenship in
Washington is interested in keeping
the city clean and that the per day
employe of the District is as much in
;erested in the welfare OF his city as
are the other employees.
objects of this movement. said
President Hurley today, 'are to prove
10 the citizenship OF the city that the
colored laborer and the per day man
are permanent employees OF the Dis
trict and as worthy of consideration
that we have an interest in the well
fare of our city.
Association Starts Movement.
The movement had its inception
with members of the association. The
care of the streets in the past two
months since Congress failed to pro-
vide money for the purpose has been
indifferent. Compla ints have been
heard on all sides because of the con-
dition sof the streets.-sWith--E Easter
Sunday approaching association MEM
bers felt that there would be offered
a good opportunity for them to show
that they have civic spirit and are
just as permanent here as are other
District employees.
THE men are making a sacrifice to
do the work. Besides giving up q full
days pay, which. in some instances, is
more than $6. they are also furnish
ing manual labor for eight hours or
more"
Evening star., 1919-04-18
MANY TO GIVE DAY
T0CLEAN STREETS
Volunteers, Mostly D. c. En-
pIoyes, tc Put Things in
Order for Sunday.
START EARLY TOMORROW

Six hundred artisans, mechanics and
laborers, most of whom are in the
employ of the District government.
and all members of the City En-
ployes' Association. tomorrow VIII
sacrifice a days pay and give days
work to clean the streets of Wash
ington for Easter Sunday.
Failure of Congress a it's last ses-
sion to pass the necessary appropria-
tion to carry on street cleaning has
made it impossible in the last two
months for the District authorities
properly to care for the streets
Members of the association Will do
the work voluntarily. The sugges-
tion of such a movement to make
WaShington'S streets appear spick
and span on Easter Sunday had Its
origin with the association. District
authorities have permitted those men
who are to participate in the volun-
teer white wing" brigade to take the
day off without pay Most OF the
men who have stated their willing
ness to cooperate are employed by
the District government All will
work at least eight hours, and more
if required.
Evening star., 1919-04-18
CLASH APPAREN!
IN RANKS OF D. A. R.
Attempt to Reduce Local
Chapter Representation to
=. Be Resisted in Court.
MRS. DRAPER so STATES
TONIGHT.

TONIGHT.
Invocation, Rev. DR.. James l..
Gordon, pastor First Congre-
gational Church.
Solo, Earl Carbauh
Address, "Perpetuating the Vic
tory" Orrir c.. Lester. asso-
ciate director savings divl-
sion. Treasury Department.
Solo, r. Woodland Gates.
Address, The Special Oppor-
tunity of Our Patriotic Socie-
ties in the Constructive Work
of the League Of Nations"
DR.. William Frederick Slocum.
Solo. Earl Carbauh.
Benediction, Rev. DR.. Gordon.
TOMORROW.
10 O'Clock A.M.-Called to Or
der
Report of committee on recon-
mendations of national officers
and national committees.
2 O'Clock P.M-Final report of
committee on resolutions.
Unfinished business.
Adjournment of twenty eighth
Continental Congress.
Evening star., 1919-04-18
Meeting With Germans.

The actual arrival OF the Germans
at Versailles. it is stated, is scheduled
meeting with the President and pre-
miers will not be held until Satur-
day. and may even be deferred until
Monday.
After the treaty is actually de-
livered il is intended to allow ade-
quat time for the Germans to make
inquiries concerning the various de-
This is expected to take about two
days. the first day being devoted by
the Germans to familiarizing them
selves with the terms and the second
day to answering such queries as they
NAV make
Evening star., 1919-04-18
Kiao-Chau Question.

Viscount Chinda of the Japanese
delegation arranged today for his ap
pearance before the council OF four
on Saturday on the Kiao-Chau ques-
ton, with a view to an adjustment
with China, which shall be incorpo-
rated in the peace treaty. The Amer
lean delegates believe that an accord
will be reached, whereby China viii
ultimately control Kiao-Chau. with
suitable recognition Of Japan's efforts.
A plenary session of the peace con-
ference will be held two days next
week. Wednesday and Thursday. for
the purpose OF passing upon large
number of remaining details before
the meeting with the Germans.
Evening star., 1919-04-18
Savage at Front.

Commandant Dirise.1 chief officer OF
the detachment, said in war the dogs
were not quite 30 good-natured. They
appeared. he said. to take q savage de-
light In the contests which they wit
messed.
''Oh they look mild now, but you
ought to see them when they are
rushing a machine gun up to posi-
tion," said Commandant Dirise.
The Belgian soldiers visiting Wash
ington were selected from among
twelve regiments. Every man has
seen service. Among them are vet
Grams of Liege and Ypres. Practi-
cally all have wounds to show as evil
dence of their participation in the
conflict They are men of large
physique.
Charles Symon, charge of affairs for
the Belgian legation. accorded his
countrymen an enthusiastic welcome
and thanked them for the service they
had done for~humanity.
You see." said Mr.. Symon, they
are a fine collection OF men. / am
proud of them, and every Belgian feels
little bigger when he looks on such
sta1wart defenders"
Evening star., 1919-04-18
FIGHTING BELG|ANS
HERE TO AID LOAN
Hundred Veterans Share Ac.
claim With Brave Dogs
of War.
WELCOMED BY OFFICIALS S

Accompanied by ten St. Bernard
dogs hitched to machine guns. los
Belgian veterans arrived in Wash
ington today to stimulate interest in
the victory liberty loan. They were
met at Liberty Hut by representa-
tives of the War and Treasury de-
partments and the local liberty loan
committee.
9 The dogs harked. wasged tails and
submitted to the embraces of citizens
who crowded around them. But all
apparent attempts to detach them
from the machffi9 runs, unless tine
detachinE were done by their master,
were met with hostile growls. They
had dragged these guns over miles
Of shell-swept territory.
Some of the dogs had been TO
Liege, others to Namur and others to
Antwerp, but all appear to have
borne charmed lives. for none had
been struck by enemy missiles.
Evening star., 1919-04-18
Italians Want Decision.

The Italian delegation to the peace
conference IL making Q strong EFFORT
to obtain Q decision in the dispute be-
Evening star., 1919-04-18
Guarantees for France.

Premier Lloyd Georges declaration
in the British parliament that France
had been given full guarantees
aaainst a renewal Of German attacks
is the first authoritative statement
that such guarantees have been given
and arouses the keenest discussion
regarding the nature OF the guaran-
tees as affecting the United States
and Great Britain
Evening star., 1919-04-18
WEATHER.

Fair. continued cool tonight, with
frost; tomorrow fair.
Temperature for twenty-four hours
ended 2 pm. today: Highest. Sc. at
pm. yesterday; lowest, AZ. at am.
today.
Full report on page g.
Evening star., 1919-04-18

Member Of the Associated Press
The Associated Press Is exclusively entitled to
the for republication of ali news dispatches
+ credited to it or not otherwise credited in this
paper and also the local news published herein.
All rights Of puhlication Of special
dispatches herein are also reserved.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
Annual Meeting Of Sorosis

Skowhegan Sorosis held its annual
meeting in the Library Parlors, Wed
nesday evening, April 8, 1919. de-
licious cold meat supper was prepar-
ed an deserved at $50 by Mrs. Georgia
Goodwin, Miss Clara Varney and Mrs.
Emma Dunton assisted by the Misses
Abbey, Churchill, Written and fetch
err
After the tables were cleared away
the President called the meeting to
order and the first number on the
program was a piano solo by Ruth
Viles, followed by a vocal solo by
Isabelle Thomas, accompanied by
Pearl Harville Other numbers were
piano solo by Mary Friend and a
vocal solo by Gladys Pennell, accom-
panied by Verna Abbey. Mrs. Maude
Jewett read humorous selection
from "Out of Bondage
The business of the evening CON
sisted of the secretary's and treasur-
ers reports for the past season. 1t
was voted that $1,000 be given to the
Rest Rooms A list of the members
for the year 1888 was read by the
secretary. At this time the officers
for the coming year were elected as
follows:
President, Leila Fairbrother; vice
president, Marie G. Fletcher; secre-
tary, Sarah T. Snow, treasurer,
Dorothy Day; directors, Harriet Par
ker. Jessie Plummer, Margaret
Churchill. Verna l. Abbey, Margaret
NJ Day
The new president appointed Mrs.
Furber. Holt. Lambert and Bessie
Smith to have charge of arrange
ments for a Field Day, to be either
an all day session or supper and to
be held early in the season, as near
the first of July as possible.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
Much food Food tones Out OF the
sea

Very lev people in this country
fealila The quality and delicious tlste
Of cold storage sea and ocean pro
ducts Tho government mas recent
II been advocating the use OF frozen
hsh as means Of popularizng one
of The most wholesome foods which is
o5tainable a. reasonable rates
Fish coming into Portland are all
caught within Il comparatively few
miles of that port When in the cold
season, as occasionally happens, the
market becomes glutted, owing to the
arrival of a large number of smacks
the buyers put the surplus in cold
storage. This encourages the fish
ermen by saving them from loss, and
nsures supply of the very best of
fish. at later time, when they would
otherwise be very high in price.
Lashon & Butler at present have a
supply of fancy mackerel which were
frozen and stored by the Rundlett
Company of Portland. among the
largest of New England's fish mer-
chants These at 22c per pound
make an economical and at the same
time wholesome and appetizing food
for any household. Lashon & But
Ter also have hake. cod and haddock,
which are especially good at this
time, and all other sea products. They
are always willing to confer with you
about any meal for any day Of the
week. Their telephone number is
173.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
DR.. S. NJ. Cover arrived home last
Saturday night from brief business
trip to Portland.

DR.. S. NJ. Cover arrived home last
Saturday night from brief business
trip to Portland.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. A Caswell left
here last Saturday for a two weeks
visit in New York City and vicinity.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ellis Kinney and their
two children. Pauline and lone. will
go to Danforth this week for a few
weeks visit
The marriage intentions OF Omar
Boiler and Flora Lambert of this
town have been filed at the town
clerks office this week Mr.. Boiler
is the son of Joseph and Mary Wal
! liere) Boiler. Mrs. Lambert is the
daughter OF Albert and Sarah PRO
vosU Gardner of Skowhegan.
Morrill, A. Hoxie, son of Mr. and
| Mrs F.. E Hoxie. arrived home We'd
nesday evening OF last week On his
journey to Maine. he stopped with his
cousin, Mrs. Laura Norton. in Water
town, Mass, and is going back to-
morrow Mr. Hoxie returned to
/ Camp DeYens Saturday
John Robinson OF Dyer street, had
his right leg amputated between tbs
ankle aud knee, last Saturday morn
ing The operation was performed
by Drs John Sturgis of Auburn, L
A. Dascombe and { + Richardson OF
Skowhegan Mrs Blanche Friend Is
caring for him. At present he is
getting along nicely
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
The Milburn Club Social

One of the most pleasing evenings
in the history of the Milburn Club
was held in the club rooms, Wednes-
day Of last week.
The affair was one of several which
have taken place during the winter
season and they have become SO pop
alar with the members. that plans are
being made for a more extensive Sc
ries 10 begin next fall.
There is always a sentiment Of de-
mocracy and soeiability in this Club
which can he found in no other or
eauization in town. and Wednesday
evening was no exception. The sing
ing OF Var Community songs by a
chorus Of 30 voices. all strong and
tancful. wa, one Of the enjoyable fea-
lures OF the evening.
Licmenant-Colouel Roy l.. Marston
member of the club. gave an infor-
NAL talk on his experiences and work
overseas. Because of the fact that
Col. Marston'5 duties took him &c
nearly every front, where he witness
ed several important battles, his talk
was most interesting and instructive
and thoroughly enjoyed.
The last and most important mum
Der on the program, was President
Jenkins Dutch Lunch" and judging
from the manner in which it disap-
reared. il was success.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
New Easter Suits,
Capes, Dol1nans
Coats, Dresses,
Waists and Skirts
SEVERAL NEW LOTS JUST In THIS WEEK

New Suits of P0plin and Serge
$1,000, $1,000 and $500 each.
New Capes-Serges, POplins ana
Wool Velours at s12.09, $500, $4,000
and $500 each.
New D0imans In all shades sl5.Oe,
$1,000, $500, $4,000 and $4,000 each.
New COats-Serges, Poplns,
Tweeds and Covert Cloths $3.50,
$500, $1,000 and $500 each.
New SILK Taffeta and Messaline
Dresses $500, $500, $4,000 and
$500 each.
New Crepe de Chine and Ge0rgette
Waists $500, $500, 5000 and $3.50 ca
New Silk Dress Skirts, Stripes.
Plaids, Plain Black and Navy Taffeta
and Black, Navy, Pekln and Toupe
SILK Poplins $3.50, $3.50, $500, 5000
and $500 each.
New Slcillan MohaIr Dress Skirts In
Black. Navy and Stripes $S.Ss and
500 each.
Big New Lot of White Dress Skirts
made OF Linens, POplins, p. h. and
Garbardines, Sl.50, $500, $3.50, $500,
$500 and $500 each.
New Easter Gloves Chamoisette.
Fil0sette SILK and Kid In Black, White
Tan, Brown and Gray soc to $500 pr.
Patriots Day coming Saturday be-
lore Easter this Store will be open on
that day, closing all day Monday April
2Ist, In It's place.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17

We have a few copies of the Maine
Game Laws which we should De
pleased to furnish those who wish TO
call for them at our office.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
Card OF Thanks

We wish to express our apprecla-
ton to the neighbors and friends for
their many acts of kindness and sym
pathy. and also for the beautiful flow
ars sent at the time OF our bereave-
ment.
+. f. Hubbard
Mr. and Mrs. W 5. Hubbard
and family
Mr. and Mrs. c. f. Estes
Hartland, Me, April It, 1879
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
Skowhegnn Boy Wins HOnors a
BOWdOin

In the athletic meet held at Bow
dom College. March s. Alexander
Thomson of this place was credited
with having won most points for his
class sophomore OF the points
won by his class. he contributed lG.
He was winner Of the 4O-yard dash
also Of the 45-yard high hurdles and
was second in the running broad and
running high jumps
Mr.. Thomson took much the same
prominence in the fraternity
meet, also held at Bowdoin on March
IA, and it was largely through his
prowess that the Bowdoin Deke fra
ternty came out winner
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
GET SLOAN'S FOR
YOUR PAIN RELIEF
You don't have to rub 1t In
to get quick, comfort
ing relief

Once you've tried it on that stiff
ioint, sore muscle, sciatic pain, rheu-
matte twinge. lame back, you'll find
n warm, soothing relief you never
thought a liniment could produce.
Won't stain the skin, leaves no muss,
wastes no time in applying. sure to
give quick results. A large l.
means economy. Your own or aaI
other druggist has it. Get it today.
Sz6;;l3ZsSS|
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The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17

Boston Post, to our subscribers,
$500 year.
Pittsfield Advertiser for sale at
Sampson & Azores.
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Send us your order for rubber
printing stamps. Independent-Re-
porter Co.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
Lyons Novelty
Orchestra

D. K. Lyon has recently
returned from Boston and is
ready to resume business as
leader of Lyons Novelty Or
ehestra. Engagements for
concerts, dances or social
events are solicited.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17

Spencer sweet pea seed, 25 cents an
ounce, at Bucknams. Parcel post
orders of 81 or more sent prepaid
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17

New line OF stamped goods at Iva
NJ. Holway's
Spencer sweet pea seed, 25 cents an
ounce. at Bucknams. Parcel post
orders of 81 or more sent prepaid.
A. r. Jewett's market will be open
Saturday, April 10. all day and even
ing. and will be closed the following
Monday afternoon.
Farming implements and repairs
grass seed, lawn seed seed oats' pun
verified sheep dressing, braoiey
Fertilizer. feeds, -four, baled nay anu
straw and custom grinding at Stew
ard & Smiley's, Island Avenue oho"
4w16
hogan.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1919-04-17
A Real LnUestment-
Oakland Sensible Six

The high-speed overhead-valve Oakland Sensible SIX
engine delivers IA full horsepower at $500 r. p. m,
one horsepower to every 48 pounds of car weight
in the Touring Car Oakland owners regularly report
gasolene returns of from Is to Is miles per gallon
and records of from 5000 to $4,000 miles on tires
ENDURANCE Close attention to the detailed excel.
lence of every item entering into the construction of
this automobile has resulted in its remarkable ability
to retain its high efficiency for long period and to
run continuously day after day with minimum need
of adjustments or repairs
SPACIOUS AND EAsY-RIDING-- Careful design has
contrived full LOG inches of body room on the w
inch wheelbase extraordinary proportion Both
front and rear seats spacious. Ample leg-room
is provided in both compartments making this model
entirely comfortable for tall people
The comfort of this body is increased by the deep
upholstery in genuine leather, the slow action of the
long elliptic springs and the cushion effect pro-
duced by the large tires.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1919-09-02
National Cingham Week

Featuring the Ginghms Tor Fall beautiful desgn,
patterns all the suitable fabrics for school girls wardeube
including the s..t.-.e
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1919-09-02
TEACHERS MEET
|: IN INSTITUTE
| ON SEPTEMBER 8
instructors 10 Organize Work
Before School Starts.

In the Teachers Institute. which
starts September 8, the 500 teachers
employed in the public school system,
will meet and organize. their work in
order to save time after the actual
opening Of thu schools September IS
Each supervisor will meet with the
teachers OF his department and plan
THEIR work, inspecting and arranging
Equipment and tools
Pheian In Charge.
DR.. W. w. Phelan of the University
of Oklahoma will have charge of the
hioher grade work
Miss Gertrude Sutton will super
wise lower grade work. Drawing will
be under the direction OF Miss BeS
Foster Miss Lenore Buchanan the
new supervisor of music will direct
organization Of that department.
A. W. Creamer will supervise writ
ing and r. b. Cottrell, the new physi-
sal director, will take charge Of play
xround activities. Miss Miriam Hop
lins will meet domestic science teach
ers, and II. +. Rusch. manual train
ing teachers Miss Susan Thompson
will have charge of the twen,y live
kindergarten teachers.
! Heads Of departments in the high
school will meet with the faculty OF
Vheir departments.
All 500 teachers will meet in one
general period for general announce
ments and instructions pertaining to
their work.
Meet Students.
Wednesday afternoon, September
a0. the institute will be adjourned
that teachers may 60 to their respcc'
tive buildings to meet their future
students. classify them and give ou
bpok lists. This arrangement give,
students until Monday TO buy books
In the high school eWolmen, viii
begin Wednesday afternoon. Septcm
Der 10, continuing Thursday and Fri
day. Time OF enrolment OF RESPECTIVE,
divisions will be announced later.
Freshmen B will enroll At the Irv
ing school, in two divisions since ,h'
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1919-09-02
PASSENGERS SLEEP AS
AIR PULLMAN SAILS

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Sept with
Two Of ITS nlnc passenger, sound
asleep the big twen,y-slx passenger
Lawson aerial Pullman, landed here
late yesterday from Toledo and today
was Neparing to fly to Buffalo. Ih
l07.milc flight from Toledo required
an hour and five minutes. The big ina
chine which is the first Of a projected
squadron ~ trans country travel viii
get away late today or early tomorrow
for Buffalo
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1919-09-02
Tailored Suits
To be Most Popular

The best fabrics and Innings are being used The
workmanship is excellent and finishing touches have
been added which contributes to the appearance of the
garments.
The Oklahoma City times. [volume] (Oklahoma City, Okla.) 1908-1984, 1919-09-02
Many Coats Are
Fur Trimmed

Straight line prevails az fashion fea-
ture, Notwithstanding generous use of
material. Many collars show self fabric
and fur combinations; large buttons play
an important part in>coat trimming; lin
ings are an important feature in every
coat shown, usually of good quality silk
that harmonizes with the coat. Silver
tone, Tinseltone, Silver Tipped Bolivia,
Evort, Pom Pom, Duevetyn and velour
are used mostly in the making. Brown
is the much favored color for. fall.