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Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01
PLANE FALLS;
TWO KILLED
All Metal Plane Falls in Street
at MorriStown = Explodes,
Killing Two Occupants.

MORRIsTON. N. j., Sept. MAX
Miller, pilot and Gustave Rierson,
mechanician of Troy, Idaho. were
burned to death when government
all-metal mail aeroplane crashed into
the street here early today. The plane
was bound from New York to Cleve-
land and was flying low and the en-
gine back-fired badly.
An explosion which threw mail
bags hundreds of feet in all direc-
fions followed the fall OF the machine.
The aviators were pinned under the
plane.
A great portion of the mail was
destroyed, no trace of registered mat
ter could be found. and it Is thought
It was thrown overheard before the
plane dropped.
Although the bodies were no.
charred beyond recognition their
clothes were burned off and 1t was
impossible to identify them through
this means. A note book found con-
tanned the names of T. T. Miller and
a collar was marked T. r. l..
The mail bags bore the tags JEFF
ferson terminal, Chicago, and car
ried mail for Ohio. Nebraska and
South Dakota. A great portion of
the mail was destroyed. Some was
wrapped in burlap bags by the farm
ers. 1t was postmarked Hudson ter
minal, Aug. 81. $3.50 p. m. Pennsyl-
vania terminal. New York and Phil
adelphia.
Postmaster B. w. Haley. of New
Vernon was one of the first on the
scene and took charge of the mail
summoning Postmaster Burke of
Morristown, who arrived shortly af-
terward The sacks of burned mail
were put in a truck and sent to the
Morristown postoffice for shipment
to New York.
Deputy Sheriff Young arrived
shortly after the accident and pre-
vented the crowd from interfering
with the work of firemen called to
extricate the badies.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

Ny wife. Mn. Hattie Lewis. having left
ms home and hoard. {Hill not - fespcn-
= enrd WILLIAM HRxIS LEWIS.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

PoTTsVILLE, Pa. Sept 1:--
kBefweer, 25.000 and $4,000 miners
III be on ''vacations@ In District
s 3 by noon, according to reports
made at the various headquarters.
More than 10000 already were out
at o'clock and the remainder were
joining the movement.
Reports showed that the Lehigh
coal and navigation collieries in the
cancer Creek valley employing
about $4,000 men are completely
tied up while the Pennsylvania rail-
road reported all Ave of the coll
ziierfes supplied by them closed tight.
They employ 2.500 men while the
st. Clair district employing about
the same number was completely
tIed up.
Electric Irons at Kei'y & McAlinden.
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Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

Ey The Asrociated Pr<sB.
i 1V1LK ES< BARRE. Pa. Sept. r.
Miners opposed to the present lead
ership of the United Mine Workers
OF America met here today under
the leadership of Enoch Williams to
decide upon what steps they will
take to further voice their disap-
proyal OF recent awards of the coal
commission.
Delegates from all sections of the
anthracite region we're expected and
leaders of the insurgent movement
declared that men in all sections
are ready to lay down their tools
and quit work If it is decided to
strike as protest against the terms
of the award
While the, leaders are urging the
members of the union to abide by
the terms OF the award and bend
their efforts to secure notifications
Through regular channels without
Eeasing work, the insurgents" are
insisting that the men be called out
until all their demands have been
met. Since President Wilson sign
led the mine wage award the in
surgent" leaders have refrained
from making public utterances OF
their plan.
Today's meeting is expected TO
consider the reply OF the President
10 their recent communication and
st Is declared demands viii be for
Amulated for presentation to the coal
eompanies direct.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

On and after Sept. 1st. NIX viii be tse
quart; 1oc pint. +. W. HOPE.
1s253--e-I-1ts sS.s-. !.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

WomaTs Eenenf Association or the
at Red Mems Hall. It Is very Important
that All members be pres ent as special
business Will come before the meeting -
this time 1s2z5--9-I-lte
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

Ford Touring Car for sale In good con-
dition- Niddlesex Motnr Co.. Smith St.
1ee57--9-1-st%
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

II your coal or Sss raaxe does not bake
or burn. Will make il ~. no charge. r.
J. Larkin, .z3 Market ST. rel ff1S-
i7sts--7-2-tf Mon. Wsd ard SAT-
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01
RIOTS
ARE RESUMED
With Lord Mayor of Cork Still
Alive in Prison = Fighting
Again Starts at Belfast.


BELFAST. Sept. Fighting was
resumed between nationalists. Un-
ionist shipyard workers from the
ShankhiIl district and troops. Heavy
firing continued nearly half an hour
and it is feared the casualty list is
heavy. The fighting centered about
North street The thoroughfare was
thronged with shipyard workers.
There was series Of revolver shots
apparently coming from Mill field,
the center OF the nationalists. abut-
ting on North street.
L Nearby military pickets rushed
to the scene. took shelter behind
walls and poured in fierce IRE.
which was returned by snipers. The
battle was accompanied by the
shrieking of mill and foundry sirens.
Matters finally became too hot for
Sim Feiners and they were disiodg-
ed with the aid of armored cars.
Shipyard workers In their zeal to
help the soldiers became q nuisance
and they were asked to retire.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01
Washington Report

BY The associated Press.
WASHINGTON. Sept. 1.-THE
only mail plane known to be in the
vicinity of Morristown was said to
be one engaged in the New York
Cleveland, Chicago run scheduled to
leave New York today. 1t was
driven by Max Miller. one of the
most experienced mail pilots, assist
ed by Mechanician Riersons
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

BY The Associated Press.
LONDON, Sept. Lord Mayor of
Cork. serence Macsweney. spent a
restful night and secured several
snatches of sleep. Although weak. he
was bright this morning. There were
unmistakable signs OF emaciation.
dullness OF the eyes and general
signs OF sinking. as a result Of the
long hunger strike. His brother re-
NAMED with him during the night.
BY The Associated Press.
LONDON. Sept. / 1.-Terence Mac
sweeney. lord-mayor of Cork. on a
hunger strike since August IL. in
protest against his arrest by British
authorities. suffered a change for the
worst last night in Briston prison,
this city. where he Is confined.
Late morning editions of London
.newspape say he is sinking rapidly.
A complete numbness Of the limbs
has developed and MacSweney can
no longer speak because of weakness,
It IS said.
Perth Amboy evening news. [volume] (Perth Amboy, N.J.) 1903-1959, 1920-09-01

The Third Ward Republican Club
will meet again tonight al Odd Fell
lows Hall. 1t is expected that many
angles of the Republican campaign
here viii be viewed and definite steps
taken in several matters OF i'm
portanee.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
EXAMINATION FOR
RURAL CARRIERS

The United States Civil Service
Commission has announced an eX-
animation for the county Of Audu-
bon, Iowa, to be held at Audubon,
Iowa on March l3, 1920, to fill the
position of rural carrier at Extra
and Gray, Iowa, and vacancies that
may later occur on rural routes
from other postofhces in the above
mentioned county. The examina-
tion will be opened only to citizens
who are actually domiciled in the
territory Of a post Office in the
county and who meet the other re-
quirements set forth in Form No.
1877. This form and application
blanks may be obtained from the
Offices mentioned above or from
the United States Civil Service
Commission at Washington D. G..
Applications should be forwarded
to the Commission at Washington
at the earliest practicable date.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
EXTRA. IOWA. THURSDAY. FEBRUARY l2. 1920
OBITUARY OF
VERNON WHEELER

Ira Vernon Wheeler was born
September 20, 1887 on farm five
miles southeast of Extra, and died
at his home at Bridgewater, Iowa,
February 3, 1920, at the age of 81
years, 4 months and IA days.
He was united in marriage to
Myrtle Mary Johnson, May z,
1908, and leaves to mourn his loss
wife and two children. Gerald
Oscar and Verna Lois; also father
and mother, Mr.. and Mrs. Joe l..
Wheeler of Extra, three brothers
and two sisters, Russell r., Erwin
", Lauren j. and Mrs. Elmer
Boehme of Extra; Elda E. Wheeler
of Chicago, Illinois. Three broth
ers preceded him to the Great Be-
yond several years ago.
Funeral services were held at the
Christian Church, at Extra, Friday
afternoon at two o'clock, conducted
by Rev. Byrl Babcock. The body
was laid to rest in the Extra ceme-
terry. We extend sympathy to the
4 \ 4
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
WOMEN TO LEARN
Of CITIZENSHIP
Course at University Will
Teach of Primaries, Con-
ventions and Elections. !.

Mock primaries, elections and
conventions will be conducted by
women of the state who attend the
school of citizenship which will be
held at the University of Iowa on
February l8, l9, and 20, under the
auspices of the extension division
and the Iowa League of Women
Voters. The school is expected to
teach women voters of the state
to vote iutelligently and with full
understanding of the forms of
American government.
instruction given will be strictly
non-partisian. A course in the signi-
ficance of political parties will ex-
tend over three days Prof. A. M.
Schlesinger, head of the department
OF history being in charge. Prof.
b. +. Shambaugh, head of the de-
partment OF political science will
lecture each day on the American
constitutional system. There will
likewise be courses covering the
constitution of Iowa, Iowa munich
pal government, state boards and
commissions, primary elections,
election machinery and public
school system.
Iowa women are to vote thi:
year for president and vice presi
ident of the United States, ano
this course is to usher them int,
the full privileges of voting citi
zenship.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
COMMERCIAL CLUB
HAS GOOD MEETING
Making Plans for Many
Needed improvements.
Everybody Boost!

At the last regular meeting Of
the Commercial Club there was
considerable discussion on town
Improvements, which should be of
interest to every resident of Extra.
The following are some of the
recommendations for town improve
ments:
The water question seemed to be
settled matter for present at least
The city council having made a
contract stating their own terms
and condition which water was to
be furnished satisfactorily to the
town.
The next discussion was what
improvement should come first. A
town hall seemed to be something
that was needed, a suitable build
ing for council meetings, fire de-
partment and election etc. A com
mittee was appointed to confer with
the City Dads as to what kind and
size, etc. they should have if posi-
bic.
Also, a Community Hall was
thought worthy cause for every
one to boost.
Sewers and pavements: 1t was
thought advisable that this year
was the time to try to get these
very much needed improvements
providing there is plenty Of water
first.
| Of course good roads get theil
share of discussion and they are
one OF the best things to make {
goodlive town.
If you believe in these things
and believe that they are right
things to have BOOST.
A Commercial Club Man
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
POPULAR COUPLE
MARRIED SUNDAY

Mr.. Henry Johnson, son of Mr..
and Mrs. Willie johnson, and Miss
Lena knudsen, daughter of MIR.
and Mrs. P. G Knudsen were uni
ted in marriage Sunday afternoon
at three o'clock at the home of the
brides parents, south Of town.
Elder Letter was the officiating
minister. Both the bride and groom
are very popular with the young
people here and are highly respected
by all.
They have rented the Rich Bros.
farm north of town, where they will
go to housekeeping March lst.
That their future may be hap
py and prosperous one is the wish
of the Journal.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
OUR WEATHER EYE
A Glimpse Ahead

The recent drop in foreign ex-
change in New Y >rk may prob
ably be put down as the first sign
of an impending storm. 1t is gath
ering slowly. and it may be a
matter Of two years before we
know how serious it is to be. How
ever it is coming; and when it is
over, the period Of high prices, of
high wages and Of the high cost of
living will be thing Of the past.
For several years we have had
enormous trade balances in our
favor from foreign countries. The
gold of the world has flowed to US. j.,
Money, and instruments of credit,
which are equivalent to money,
have become abundant, and there
fore cheap; and since cheap money
will not buy much, we say other
things are high priced.
The drop in foreign exchange
puts a damper on foreign buying
from us. Unless the situation is
remedied, it closes the markets of
Europe to our products. No reme-
dy is in sight. Europe, which has
been for some time the most pro-
fltable market the United States
has ever had, has ceased to be
so. For if her people try to buy
from us now, they will find their
money worth only from five to
seventy cents on the dollar. This
shrinkage in the value of their
money only increases by so much
the cost, already exhorbitant, of
goods bought in America. 1t makes
further purchases from us impos-
sible except in the cases of direct
necessity.
Our weather eye tells us that the
tide is just now turning; that the
stream of gold will before long be
flowing the other way, for while
Europe can not buy from us, she
must sell to us, that American
labor will soon find itself compet-
ing grimly with that of Europe;
that it will have to choose between
unemployment and lower wages;
and that with lower wages will
come lower prices and q reduction
in the cost of living.
The crucial question is how far
will the pendulum swing the other
way when it once gets started
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
0lO SETTLER
GONE TO REWARD
Has Been a Resident of This
County Many Years.
Lived With Son.

Bertha Christina Jensen died at
the home OF her son, ]. w. Jensen,
Thursday morning, February 5,
1920. She was eighty-fve years of
age last March. Her death was
caused by old age, gall stones and
complications.
She came to Racine, Wisconsin,
in September 1868, and was mar
ried to Hans Jensen the following
November. To this union were
born, two sons, one dying in infan-
cy at Raymond, Wisconsin, and
the other living at Extra, Iowa.
Her husband preceded her in death
twelve years ago.
In 1869 they came to Shelby
County settling north Of Walnut,
near Cuppy's Grove. They moved
to Audubon County in 1881.
Like the other pioneers her life
was busy one, but she always
found sometime to help her neigh
bors and visit the sick. She gave
her heart to God when about twen-
ty years old, being then a member
of the Lutheran State Church. A
few years later she joined the Bap-
tist Church and about 1870 united
with the S. D. Adventist people.
During all these years she believed
in Christ as her redeemer, and her
trust in God during her last illness
gave her courage and hope. She
died firmly believing that she will
have part in the first resurrection
and a home with the redeemed.
Funeral services, were held Satur-
day afternoon at the SD. Advent
list Church, conducted. by Elder
Letter. Interment, was made in
the Extra cemetery. s.e
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
MRS. r. N. DAFFORD
PASSED AWAY

Caroline Rich was born in Wood
ford County, Illinois, December 2,
1862, and died at her home near
Brayton, February 8, 1920, age
81 years, l month and 20 days.
She came to Iowa with her par
ents in 1879 and settled in Guthrie
County. Two years later she was
married to Mr. John Foreaker and
to this union one daughter was
born. She was left a widow in
1883. Six years later in January,
1889, she was united in marriage to
R. N. Dafford and to this union
were added three sons and a daugh-
ter. One son, Howard, died at the
age of three years. Left to. mourn
her departure are her husband, two
daughters, Mrs. Mary Rogers of
Denver, Colorado and Mrs. June
Lewis of Casey, Iowa; two sons,
George and Role at home; also
four sisters and three brothers, be-
sides host of friends.
Mrs. Dafford was a member Of
the Christian Church, with which
she joined in 1883.
The funeral services we're held at
the home Wednesday afternoon,
conducted by Rev. Babcock. In
terment was made at Oakfeld GEN.
etery. We extend sympathy.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
Some Wonderful Values

You can select an Edesco Spring
Suit made to your individual meas
ure, made to your own speci6ca-
tions for as low as $3.50 per suit.
There is a big selection at $500,
$3.50, $40, $45 and S47.5O, and
no matter what fabric you select
you may be sure that you have re-
ceived full equivalent for your
money. These remarkable values
are not to be duplicated anywhere.
Edesco Finest Made to Measure
Clothes are guaranteed to satisfy
and by placing your order with us
we positively assure you of the best
tailor made to measure clothes you
ever wore for the money.--adv.
EARL THOMAS
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
RESIGNED POSITION
AS CASHIER OF BANK

G. w. Townsend has rendered
his resignation as Cashier of the
First National Bank to take effect
March 1st. During his residence
here Mr.. Townsend has, held the
position at the same bank, and was
always very accommodating and
honest in all his dealings. He and
his good wife have made hosts Of
friends here who will hope they
may decide to remain in Extra. AS
yet they are undecided what they
will do.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
WILEY HARTZELL
HANDED BOUQUET

Wiley Hartzell, son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Worth Hartzell, has again
won recognition as a basket ball
player, when he played with the
Simpson College team in a game
against the Des Moines College
team, Friday, February 9th. The
score Eood 81 to s in favor Of
Simpson.
OF Hartzell the Des Moines Sun
day Register says "Hartzell was
the outstanding star for the simp-
son team. He not only scored six
field goals but he played a whale OF
a floor game,
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
FUNERAL OF MRS.
JESSEN, THURSDAY

The funeral Of Mrs. Nina Lore
ma Jessen took place last Thursday
afternoon at the home. Services
were conducted by Rev. Rasmus-
sen. 1nterment was made in st.
Johns cemetery.
Mrs. Jessen passed away Febru-
ary 3, 1920, after an illness with
pneumonia following flu. She was
36 years, 10 months and l day old
at the time of her death. She leaves
a husband, Ms P. Jessen and five
children to mourn.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
SECURED SERVICES
OF TRAINED NURSE

The Audubon calnty Chapter
OF the Red Cross i;'~ engaged Miss
Anna Skov, trained nurse of ON
aha, as public health nurse. She
will take up her duties in this
County. following the completion
Of a four months course in public
health nursing at the University of
Michigan.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank the A. M. &
A. F. Lodge, Eastern Star Chapter
and Howard M. Parrott for the
beautiful floral pieces. We also
extend our thanks to those who
sang so beautiful.
Mrs. Vernon Wheeler and Children
Mr.. and Mrs. j. l.. Wheeler
And Family.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
bereaved relatives.
SPEAKING CONTEST
IN H. S. AUDITORIUM

On Thursday evening. Feb. 26,
we will hold an extemporaneous
speaking contest in the high school
auditorium. Each class selects two
of its members to represent the
class.
A list of current topics, twenty in
number, selected by the Iowa Pat
riotic League and dealing with
current questions have been posted
for study and reading.
Five hours prior 70 the opening
of the contest each contestant
draws from a hat a number cores
ponding to a number Of questions,
if dissatisfied with the first selec-
tion he may again draw but in that
case he must use the second SUBJ
ject. He is then given until the
time of the contest to prepare a
speech upon the topic drawn. not
to, exceed eight minutes in length.
The winner in this contest then
goes to a district contest of a simi-
lar nature and if victorious there, to
the State contest at Iowa City.
The first and second place winners
at Iowa City receive, beside the
medals, four year scholarship to
the State University of Iowa.
Our young people are interested
in this work and ask your aid in
securing for use the following mag
azines.
Atlantic Monthly, l9l9--August,
September and November.
Current History, l9l9---April,
March, May, June, August, Sep
tember, October, November.
Current Opinion, 19l9---April,
June, October.
Outlook, l9l9--June Is, June 25,
July 2.
Review of Reviews, l9l9---Feb-
ruary, May, June, October.
Worlds Work, l9l9--April, June
July.
North American, l9l9--July, Au-
gust, October.
Saturday Evening Post, 1872
June %, September 6.
Independent, l919--February Is,
March l, March Is, March %,
March 80, May 10, May II, May
"a, June S, June z, June, July 10,
July 26, August 9.
Literary Digest, l9l9--May g.,
May "a, June z, July S, July II,
July 81.
Certainly today there is no bet
ter training for citizenship than
the study and discussion of current
topics. Put yourselves back Of
your children, help us boost this
contest, the first of its type ever
held in Extra, and lets make it a
big community affair.
Remember the date, February 26
1920. A small admission will be
charged to cover the expenses of
our contestant to the district con-
test.
HELP BoosToUR SCHOOLS
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12

Mrs. Earl Law will leave the first
of next week to join her husband,
who is attending tractor school at
Kansas City. She has been visit
ing her mother, Mrs. Hicks.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12

John G. Thompson lost a couple
of his fine Guernsey cows last week
The loss is a heavy one for Mr..
Thompson, and the animals were
both pets which makes it doubly
hard.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
Notice of Meeting

The trustees of Oak6eld Town
ship will meet Monday, February
10th, at p. m in the Brayton
Lumber Office, for the purpose OF
hiring Road superintendents and
to receive bids for Tractor grading.
About Sl4OO will be used for heavy
grading this summer. The Board
of Trustees reserve the right to re-
ject any and all bids. Sc
Christian Hansen, Clerk
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12

Miss Margaret Jensen of Elk
Horn has been at the Chris Ander-
sen home near this city, caring for
Mrs. Andersen.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12

Mrs. Jesse Williams went to Fon-
tanelle last week for visit with
relatives. Mrs. Ralph Akers is
assisting at the Cafe during her
absence.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12

Jens j. Anderson and family, who
have been farming on Route S Exi-
ra, shipped their household goods
the first Of the week and departed
for their new home near Weldon,
Iowa. Mr.. Anderson has purchased
160 acre farm there. They have
many friends here who wish them
success in their new home.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
We note in the Manning Moni-

We note in the Manning Moni-
tor an announcement of the mar
riage of Mr.. Lloyd Barnes of Man
ming and Miss Elsie Duede of Gray
which took place recently. Mr..
Barnes is printer, having assisted
in our office a few weeks ago. They
will make then home in Manning.
We extend congratulations.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
Nickolai Petersen

Sale of household goods, Saturday,
February %, at residence in town.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1920-02-12
Ed DRYDEN

Will have public sale, Monday,
February 23rd on his farm north of
Extra.