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Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
PUBLIC DEBT IS $24, ,32l O72,OOO
Increase of Over u Hundred Million
Dollars During August.

Washing ton, Sept. 2. - Federal
guarantee OF railroad earnings re-
suited in an increase in the public
debt Of SOL, $4,000 during August,
according to treasury figures issued
to-day, showing the nations gross
debt to be $2i,32l, ,672, 900.
Treasury records charge the in
crease in the public debt to an issue
CT certificates Of indcbl ledness offered
Aug. l6, sold to cover payment TO
the railroads unGe: the guarantee
provisions OF the transportation act.
Advances to tho carriers, against
probable deficits during the month
were said by treasury officials to
have reached nearly $16O,0OO,000,
and on this basis they figured there
would have been a slight reduction
In the public deb. had not the earn
ings guaranteed been effected. The
payments to the roads in August
does not correctly indicate the
amount to which they will be enti-
tied when final accounting for the
six months period over which tho
guarantee extends Is made, 1t was
added. AS result the drain on the
treasury probably will continue for
several months, but ocialsfi believed
1t woull DO possible to clear up all
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
A WALHALlA W0MAH'S EXPER-
IENCE.

Can you doubt the evidence Of this
Walhalka woman?
You Gun verify Walhalla endorse
ment.
Read this:
Mrs. A. l.. Tilley. James St.. Wal.
halla. says: II had backache and
kidney trouble some time ago and I
think It was caused by overwork. My
back got terribly sore and ached oil
the time. Sweeping or bending over
was almost impossible. got dizzy
and black specks came before my
eyes. Mornings I was 80 lame and
sore I could hardly got around. had
headaches and nervous spolls, too.
My kidneys didn't act as they should
and was In pretty bad condition.
I used Doan's Kidney Pills and they
made mo feel better right away. In
a short time I was entirely cured"
Price 60c. at all dealers. Don't
simply ask for a kidney remedy-get
Doan's Kidney Pills-the same that
Mrs. Tilley had. Foster-Milburn Co.,
Mfrs, Buffalo. N. Y.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
GIRLS! LEMONS
BLEACH; wH|TEN
Make Lemon Lotion to Double
Beauty of Your Skin

Squeeze the juice OF two lemons
into bottle containing thrco ounces
Of Orchard White, which can be had
at any drug store, shake we'll, and
you have quarter pint Of harmless
and delightful lemon bleach for few
cents.
Massage this sweetly fragrant To-
ton into the face, neck. arms and
hands each day, then shortly note
the beauty Of your skin.
FAMOUS stage beauties use lemon
juice to bleach and bring that soft,
clear, rosy-white complexion. Lem
ons have always been used as a
freckle, sunburn and tan remover.
Make this up and try it.-adv.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
turfcw Law for y. Y. Isohcmians.

New YORK. Sept. l.--Quaint Green
"ich village, New York's Bohemian
uu"r'cr' Famous in song and story as
one or new thought. has some
new to occupy its attention-a
!r,' J""" curtew at II O'Clock nightly.
ms ultra modern idea was not OF
the Viiiagers' own initiative. 1t was
aecrecd ny a matter-offact migis-
trate IN Jefferson Market Court, who
ordered tho clanking OF cowbells and
inc moaning scxaphOne to cease their
Jangle IN a tea room an hour before
midnight IN order that complaining
nearby tenants might sleep.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
NJ. n. Mitchell Hurt.
(Tugal0O Tribune, Aug. 81.

NIu6oioo liipute, Nu6. ol.j
While driving from his home to
Westminster yesterday, N. y. Mitch
ell was painfully hurt in the public
road near the residence Of D. e.
Jones. just below the First Baptist
church. His horse, which he was
driving to his buggy, got frightened
at passing truck and threw him out
Of the vehicle. We understand that
he is not seriously hurt.
Mr.. Mitchell is one Of the leading
farmers Of the Oakway section. and
has hosts Of friends who hope for
him a speedy recovery.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
Plans Release OF Nitrogen.

Washington, Sept. 2.-LBerlin dis
patches to the Department OF Com
merce to-day said the German gov
ernment planned to release from 3d.
900 to $4,000 tons OF nitrogen made
from air for exporta ton, free OF duty.
Receipts from such sales will be ap-
piled toward reducing prices for Ger
man domestic consu mers.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
Spanish Warship on Visit.

Washington, Sept. 2.-Ohicers and
cadets from the Spanish battleship
Alphonso XIII, the first Spanish ma
val vessel to make visi' II cour-
tesy since the Spanish-Amerfcan war,
arrived in Washington to-day to be
the guests OF our Navy Department.
The battleship Is now at Annapolis.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
MANAGERS OF SECOND PRIMARY
Same GcntIcmcn VIII Servo as In the
First Election

The following gentlemen have been
appointed as managers Of election
for service on August 3lst:
Helmont-W. B. Land, II. l.. Wis
sage, Glenn Wilbanks.
Bethlehem James l.. Brown, l..
G.. King, Thomas }. Ramey.
Clemson College S. Good
man. J. w. Allison, J. f.. Pickett.
Damascus--L ID. Cox, NJ. II. Lee.
ID. f.. Carter.
Double Springs -Thos. Il. Hunt,
Hugh G. Symmcs, Andrew Ramey.
FAIRIES Mill--T. b. Ables, l.. NJ.
Richcy, l.. a. Whitworth.
Friendship~-W. II. Crooks, S.Coke
Campbell. W. G. King.
Fair Piay--Louis Glymph, S. l..
Leathers. II. NJ. Lovingood.
High Falls-J. NJ. V. Clark, Ed.
CAN'T. A. d. Ballenger.
Holly Springs-Arthur Blackwell,
A. B. Blackwell, x. l.. Burton.
Jocassee-A. l.. Whitmire, i. NJ.
Burgess, John Cash.
Jordania &C. d. Hughes, j. r.
Veal. Oscar Miller.
Iieowee-.J. l.. Kcll, J. Fulton
IIunnicutt. w. II. Glazener.
Little Rivcr-R. W. Burgess, Jr.,
J. l.. Cantrell, l.. p. Holden.
Long Creek B. Phillips, Jr., B.
NJ. Lee. Geo. w. Matheson.
Monaghan Mills-G. w. Ray. W.
w. Crumpton. w. Henry Mauldin.
Madison--J. A. Cook, Y. A. Spen-
GER r. l.. Adams.
Newry-C. l.. Anderson. w. n.
Grogan. J. Lewis Gaillard.
Oak Grove-G. VI. Barnett, A. y.
Prichard. T.. 7. Petty.
Oconce Creek--J. n. Hunnicutt,
w. w. West. Oscar Daeton.
Oakway-H. J. Myers, S. B. King,
Adger Bowen.
Picket Post-L. O. Powell, G.. S.
Chalmers, |. l.. Garrison.
Providence--W. Il. Giles, w. T.
Hunt. w. y. Woolbright.
Retreats. p. Bruce, NJ. l.. Har-
bin. j. W. Lesly.
Retrrn-Ezra Cromer, Lewis Jay
nes. G. NJ. Sanders.
Richland-S. y. Hughs, ]. A. Den
dy, Grover Hubbard.
Salem-P. l.. Green, r. A. Talley,
E. b. Haggerty.
Seneca-G. C. Sheppard, w. II.
Barron. J. n. Hopkins.
South Union--J. e. Farr, w. H.
Crawford. Raymond Tate.
Tabor. A. Knox, w. T. Tan
merry. Erwin Spencer
Tokeena-W. II. Simmons, w. Il.
Stephenson, 0. D. BOggs.
Tamassee-Otto S. Cantrcll, j. A.
Rutlcdge. T. r. Chatham.
Tugaloo Academy-D. l.. Cothran,
Y. Dewitt Powell, Charles T. Smith.
Walhalla-John T.. Bauknight, w.
\. Grant, w. +. Milan.
Wcstminster--R. 3. Honea, De-
witt J. Miller, Y. D. Marett
West Union-E. p. Hutchison, Jas.
+. Neville, Elijah Gillison.
Wolf Pit-Jesse Lay, Jr, Geo. NJ.
White, Jr., w. II. Alexander.
The second primary election will
be held on Tuesday, the 14th day of
September (next tuesday,
The managers are the same as in
the first primary, tho list above CIV
ing the names Of the original ap-
pointees. If for any reason the man
ayers above named failed to serve in
tho first primary, then the ones who
actually rendered service are expect
ed to serve on the 18th and draw the
pay for service.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

transactions with the railroads with
the exception Of the revolving fund
by the opening OF the new year.
The figures made public to-day
show the redemption Of approximate
ly $2,500,000 in Liberty Bonds dur
ing the last 30 days. about $780,
900 Of which were Of the third loan.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
FOR STATE SENATE
HARRY HUGHS,
Democratic Candidate for Senate.

l hereby announce myself a candi-
date for the State Senate, subject
to the will Of the voters Of Oconee
County in the primary elections and
under the rules and regulations Of
the Democratic party.
w. p, MASON.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
FOR SUPERVISOR.

I hereby announce myself a can
didate for Supervisor Of Oconee, sub
ject to the action Of the Democratic
voters In the primary elections. My
time, If elected, will be devoted to
the service Of the people Of Oconee.
G. w. PATTERSON.
hereby announce myself a can
dilate for the office Of Supervisor of
Oconee County, subject to the will
OF the Democratic voters in the pri-
mary election. II elected | promise
faithful and conscientious service.
JAMES G. SHOCKLEY.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

I hereby announce myself as
candidate for reelection to the office
Of County Auditor, subject to the
will OF the voters and the rules and
regulations Of the Democratic party.
D. A. SMITH.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

Because Of Its tonic and laxative effect, L.AxA.
TIVE BROMO QUININEi Is better than ovdinary
Qunine and does not cause nervousness. nor
ringing In head. Remember the full M me aud
look for the signature of Z. w. GROVE. 3oc.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

The first cotton m manufacturing mill
In China Is scarcely more than thirty
years old.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

The Greeks developed geometry to
a high stage more than 220 years
ago.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
SAY "DIAMOND DYES"

Don't streak or ruin your material In
a poor dye InRist on Diamond Dyes"
Easy directions in every packrt,.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

Flirtatious girls may make the best
wives, but fllrtatious wives don't
Providence Tribune.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
FOR AUDITOR.

hereby announce myself candi-
date for Auditor Of Oconee County.
subject to rules and regulations Of
the Democratic party. I am an ex-
soldier Of the Thirtieth Division, and
your support will be appreciated.
RALPH NJ. PIKE.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

At the solicitation Of numerous
friends, I hereby announce myself a
candidate for the House Of Repre-
sentaiives, subject to the action of
the voters Of Oconee county and to
the rules Of the Democratic party.
e. ZIMMERMAN,
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
FOR CORONER,

] hereby announce myself a candi-
date for Coroner Of Oconee County,
subject to the will of the voters Of
county as 1t may be expressed by
them under the rules and regulations
OF the Democratic party.
PERRY GARNER.
I live at Walhalla and am a can
didate for Coroner, subject to the
Democratic rules. If elected, I can
and will discharge the duties Of the
office faithfully.
GEO. l.. JONES,
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
Rural Enterprise.

washington Starr
81 see you have had tho streets
OF this beautiful little city finely
paved" remarked Mr.. Chuggins.
YES" replied the constable, 1--WE
had to do something to keep up the
excitement. Our roads got so lumpy
that everybody slowed up quarter
Of mile out Of town and nobody got
arrested for speeding"
Strikes and lockouts in England in
1919 numbered 1413.
Flirtatious girls may make the best
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

hereby announce myself candi-
date for reelection to tho House Of
Representatives from Oconee County,
subject to the rules and regulations
or the Democratic party in the pri-
mary elections.
J, r, ORR.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08

The friends OF w. L. DALTON an
nounce him d candidate for House
of representatives from Oconee
County, subject to the rules and reg
ulations Of the Democratic party.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1920-09-08
> Candidates :
Second Primary.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,.

| hereby announce myself candi-
date for the House Of Representa-
tives from Oconee. l seek your sup
port as Democrat, pledging to abide
by thc results Of the Democratic pri-
mary elections.
T.. p. BRUCE.
The Press., 1920-10-28


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The Press., 1920-10-28

l.. M. Keith, candidate for repre- sentative on the republican ticket from Putnam, was here on business last week.
 Dr. George Lapham and sister of Massachusetts were guests of o. P. Durkee and Mrs. Ellen E. Weeks over the weekend.
 At the meeting of the grange on Wednesday evening, ten new mem bers received the third and fourth degrees of the order.
 Prospects are good in this town for lively political contest at the coming election. Many women will vote for the first time.
 The church was represented at the Baptist anniversaries last week at Waterbury by Mrs. Henrietta A. Math- ewson and w. c. Brown. Mrs. Math- ewson also attended some of the ses- sions of the w. c. T. U. convention in Hartford.
The Press., 1920-10-28
STAFFORD SPRINGS.

The Junior department of the Con- gregational Girls Guild will meet Fri day afternoon at 3.30 at the home of Mrs. ID. D. Mitchell.
 There will be an installation of the officers of K. of c. this Thursday evening at p. m. All members are requested to be present.
 A horse owned by Herbert Thresher of State Line which had been hitched in front of the C. P Hodgson store became frightened at the approach of the trolly express shortly after noon Monday and in trying to move away fell onto the sidewalk. Parts of the harness and the shafts were broken. No one was in the wagon at the time.
 Miss Frances DOwnes of Ellington and Lester Randall of Orcuttville, were united in marriage Saturday in the parsonage of the Methodist church. Rev. O. J. Aldrich performing the ceremony. They were attended by Miss Anna Downes, the brides sis ter, and Bert Fuller of Ellington. The couple are now on wedding trip during which they will stop in Spring field, Worcester and Boston. Return ing to Stafford they will make their home in Orcuttville for a while.
 Strazza Post has moved it's head quarters back to the rooms in the Tonon block. For two weeks it tried to make Woodlawn house it's home but it could not be done. The big rooms could not be heated properly so that the prospect of spending an evening in them did not appeal to many of the members. It was de- cided to return to the old rooms at a meeting Monday evening. The post expects to take part in a parade in Rockville on Armistice day so no plans are being made for a demon stration here on that day. An agree ment will be made with the Rockville post whereby it's members will join in a parade here later in return for Stafford's men taking part in their demonstration. The local post intends to run dance in St. Edwards hall on the evening of November 11th how ever The regular meeting will be held on Monday evening.
 (Communicated).
 There are several holes in the side walks, one on West Main street near MT. Gerard's house, the other, which is very dangerous, is over the canal of the Johnson Woolen Co. Would it not be better to repair same than to have an accident with possible dam age suit against the borough?
The Press., 1920-10-28
WELLINGTON.

The candidates have, as for many years, asked the Ladies' Aid society to serve the election day dinner. This years will be an event of unusual in terest. All the ladies of the church and community are, as usual, invited to cooperate and assist. Cake and pies are solicited. If any who are willing to assist in the pleasant work involved will phone Mrs. Preston, who Ifs always at home, and glad to be helpful in any small way, she will give the information to the committee having the matter well in hand. It is hoped that the day may in every way be one to be pleasantly remem- bered and to live in the annals of the town.
 | South WillingtOn. MT. T. c. Denman spent Saturday in Hartford.
 Mrs. Clark Burnham visited at the | home of her parents over Sunday. A number of the voters from here attended the rally in Rockville last Friday night, Miss Harriett Smith spent last week
 ''-~ with MT. and
The Press., 1920-10-28
HOME NEWS
LOCAL NOTICES.

Matter under this head II cents a line. Big Reduction in prices on all Browning King & Co.,, Tailor made suits and overcoats. Modern Toggery and Shoe Shop. Agents for w. L. Douglas Shoes.
 We sincerely thank all those who had part in making the fiftieth anni- versary of our marriage such happy day.
 MT. and Mrs. Henry Bolieau. Dear -Townspeople:
 We wish to express our apprecia- tion of your aid in making our booth at the Stafford fair such a success. Through your help we now have the means for a pleasant trip. We are, and always will be most grateful to you.
 Sincerely Yours,
 The Stafford High School Senior class.
The Press., 1920-10-28

Mrs. Eva Bugbee has gone to make her home with her nephew, A. Walker in Eastford.
 A daughter, Lucille Addie, was born to MT. and Mrs. Gilbert A. Wagner on Sunday Morning. The annual business meeting of the Stafford Baptist church will be held next Tuesday evening at 7.30 o'clock Mrs. Emily Goodell on Monday mov- cd to Hopkinton, where she will make her home with her sister, Mrs. Upham The regular meeting of the Stafford Grange next Tuesday evening will be ladies night. The program is being arranged by committee of three.
 Mrs. Whitman Green of Berlin, who has been visiting few days here, has gone to spend the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Sawtelle, of Green wich.
 MT. and Mrs. H. H. Stacy of South Lancaster and their daughter, who has just returned from London, were guests of MT. and Mrs. J. M. Wright last week.
 The Baptist pulpit on Sunday morn V. CT of Hartford, director of religious education. Dr. F. P. Bachelder of Boston had charge of the evening service.
 most successful Halloween party was held in Memorial hall last Friday evening under the auspices of the grange. Many of the dancers were in costume, which added interest to the affair. The grand march was ably led by Miss Mabel Heck and Raymond Hathaway of Union.
 StaffOrdvilIe.
 Mir. and Mrs. J. M. VonDeck visited relatives in Bolton last Thursday.
 A daughter was born to Mir. and Mrs Alexander Muzio last week Wednesday
 The Epworth League topic for Sunday evening will be, Christian Principles in Politics.
 Miss Mildred Chandler has been visit ing her aunt, Mrs. Herbert Barlow, in New Britain
 Miss Marion Turner, who attends school in Springfield, Mass, was home over Sunday.
 Miss Gertrude Meyer visited relatives in Hartford and Merrow for the eek-end and over Sunday.
 Mrs. Helen Larges entertained her brother and family of Northampton, Mass, last Sunday.
 The Ladies' Aid society have post poned their fair from Nov. 4th to Nov. l9, to be held in the Congregational yes try.
 Mrs. Allen s. West and two children of Springfield, Mass, were the guests of her mother, Mrs. Lima Booth over Sun day
 Harry Smith and friend, Miss Isabel Biggs, of Hartford were the guests of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Smith over Sunday.
 Ms. B. A. Sawtell and little grand daughter of Greenwich, Mass, were the guests of Mrs James Swift the first of last week
 A party from this place attended the c orn husklng bee at the home of Mir ard Mrs. Harry Dunham last Saturday night at Scmers.
 Mir. and Mrs. Charles IIatheway, who have been spending their summer here, returned to their home in Newton High lands, Mass, last Saturday.
 Mir. and Mrs J. Whitaker of Auburn Mass and Mir. and Mrs. Arthur Hedges of " ollaston, Mass, were the guests of MT. and Mrs. Elwin Phelps on Sunday.
 MT. and Mrs. T. M. Lyon, Mrs. Etta Durham, Mrs. Myrtle Ryder, Mrs. Asa Harris and Mrs. Jane Johnson made a trip over the Mohawk Trail on Monday with Archie Sanger and his automobile They returned home Tuesday.
The Press., 1920-10-28
COMIOUE THEATRE
QUALITY! QUANTITY! and VARIETY!

QUALITY! QUANTITY! VARIETY! THURSDAY, Williams HUNTER" A
  a is a "A Salisbury n a him West a
   J ha of { o widely Here ideal combination
 
  evidence 
 MONDAY, Nov l. Cleo Madison
  northwest The of o a swift drama
 
 o A  WEDNESDAY, % 4 Nov Frank keenan in sMoIDElNG EMBlts If home tramp with heart of gold sacrifice if the the past flare unkindle and sigh. COMING SAGEBRUSHER"-7 reels.
 MATINEE THURSDAY and SATURDAY at 2.30 PM.
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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-12-08
co. BANK
HOLDS ANNUAL MEET
OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS ELEC.
TED FOR ENSUING YEAR. EN-
JOYED PROSPEROUS YEAR.
MEETING OF COMMERCIAL CLUB.
r. ". Lucas, Formerly Editor Of Earl
vile Paper, Gives Able Address
at Meeting Monday Night.

The annual meeting Of the stock
holders OF the Delaware County State
Bank was held on Monday evening,
at which time the following were cleo
ted as directors for the ensuing year:
C. ]. Seeds, H. f. Arnold. Chas. E..
Cawley, Judge Geo. w. Dunham, DR..
H. NJ. Bradley, Judge e. B. Stiles,
Jos. Hutchinson, c. w. Keagy, and r.
w. Thrill.
The record of the past years busi-
ness showed hat the bank had en-
joyed one OF the most successful years
in its history The Delaware County
State Bank is one Of the most sub
stantial financial institutions in the
county and has enjoyed a material
growth in the year just closed
Following the stockholders meeting
the board OF directors elected the
following officers for the year: Presi-
dent, Chas J. Seeds; Vice President,
R. W. Thrill: Cashier, J. p. Sloan.
Assistant Cashier. Wayne G. CurrelI;
Teller. Miss Lydia M. Haas.
The affairs OF the bank are In very
competent hands. The officers are men
Of sound business Judgment and under
their leadership the institution is
bound to grow.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-12-08
HEALTHY new YEAR

The Christmas Seal Sale was es-
tablished in 1907 as a means Of pro-
noting the fight against tuberculosis
in this country. The campaign against
this white plague has now broadened
into a battle against all forms OF
disease and into a movement for the
general upbuilding OF public health.
The State tuberculosis Associations
aim is to sell 10 per cent per capita.
It hopes to raise enough by this drive
to be able to, have Tuberculosis Clinics
held in ever county Of our state. Space
will not permit full explanation Of
this excellent plan. However from so
to 20 per cent. depending upon the
amount Of the sale viii remain in
Delaware County for the local work.
The Campaign workers and others
interested In the project hope that the
public will support this drive TO the
fullest extent possible. The reward win
be the knowledge that they have helped
In q step toward the health and hap
piness Of others. s4
Be sure and buy Red Cross Chr1st-
mas Seals and help Delaware Coun-I
ty "go over the top"
MRS. H. LIVINGSTON.
County Chairman, Hopkinton. la
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1920-12-08
r. v. LUCAS TALKS TO LOCAL
CLUB.

The Manchester Commercial club
met at Keck1er's restaurant last Mon
day evening for the regular meeting.
The question OF controlling permis-
cuous soliciting for variods causes
was discussed and resolution was
adopted making it necessary for all
solicitors to present their cause to
the secretary of the club, and il in
his Judgment the cause is a worthy
one card will be issued. II the cause
Is not considered worthy the solicitor
will be invited to leave the city.
The question of closing the stores
on Christmas and New Years was dis
cussed and then referred to a com
mittee with power to act.
r. ". Lucas, representative Of the
Iowa Chamber Of Commerce, with
headquarters at Iowa City. addressed
the club. Mr.. Lucas is we'll remem-
bered here as the editor Of the Earl
Vile Phoenix, some twenty years ago.
He gave up the newspaper game
some time ago and is now engaged
in work for the Iowa Chamber OF
Commerce. His talk to the men was
helpful and full Of practical sugges-
tions.