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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1920-09-08
FIRST DAY 1857
School Enrolment More Than
5000 When Completed.
Shortage of Books Published by
the State This Year.

Total enrolment in the grade
schools of Topeka this falI-wtl exceed
5000, according to figures compiled by
a. J. Stout, superintendent of educa-
ton.
The number of pupils attending
Tuesday, the opening day, was 1851
This does not include the enrolment
at Gage. from whence figures were not
obtainable. The total enrolment the
first day last year was sofa a large
mart of the decrease in this years en-
roIlment Is caused by the Mexican pu-
pills who last year attended Branner
Annex. waiting until the opening OF
the new parochfcal school Thursday
Last year the enrolment at Branner
Annex was 106; this year, only q
No figures are Obtainable on the en-
rollment in the high school. The eight
kindergartens in the city are filled
with the exception of Mckinley.
Opening New Schools.
It is evident that a great many
pupils are waiting for the opening OF
the prev vocational school Thursday
This has also tended to decrease the
enrolment in the grade schools.
The opening of the eighth grade
this year at QuintOn Heights ana
Van Buren, schools was expected TO
decrease enrolment at Central Park,
Polk and Lincoln schools. Central
Park decreased twenty-nine and LIN
coin thirty one. but Polk increased
nine. Many of the other schools
showed substantial increases in en-
rolIment
A shortage of certain kinds of books
in the city may hamper some grades
in a few courses temporarily 1t was
said. There were not enough geog-
raphies which are published by the
state. because of the shortage of print
Daper. it was said. Music and draw
ing books both approved works nave
failed to arrive.
Failure of the state text book COM
mission to approve bookkeeping sys-
tenn has delayed work in this line
Local authorities have held off, wait
ing for the state to take some action
in regard to this book, but now Will
probably have to adopt one on their
own initiative.
Must Buy New Books.
There are certain changes in the
geography this year which will COM
pei all pupils to buy new ones. They
cost S155; and to make matters worse,
the old books have no exchange value.
None of the state-puhlisheO books can
he exchanged. However, as the state
can print and sell them cheaper, It Is
believed the worthless exchange value
will be offset in a, large measure.
The state is now publishing books
covering the subjects of geography,
arithmetic, grammar, civics, history,
reading. spelling, grade agriculture,
geometry and writing
Enrolment in Schools.
The enrolment in the city by
schools, as compared with last year,
follows:
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1920-09-08
- Ininnction to HaIt the Law.

Chicago, Sept. S.-FederaI Judge G.
T. Page today will begin to hear argu-
ments of W. W. Wilson x Company.
livestock commission merchants, for a
permanent injunction preventing the
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1920-09-08

government revoking their license to
sell livestock or to prosecute them
under the Lever law for raising their
rates in defiance of federal orders.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

trait artist. / have always treasured
1t as the one precious memento of my
life."
Hughes was duly touched, but the
impression was not lasting. There
was something artificial and insincere
about Eta Harness. Under the influ-
ence of his present emotions. howev-
er, his softened spirit, longed for 10y
al companionship.
"Tll do It'll" spoke Hughes. ~ shall
call upon Mrs. Harness and Alberta.
One or the other / will endow with
fortune and I hope to trace out some
real affection for me; a genuine glad
ness to welcome me as a member OF
their household during my remaining
few years"
An hour later he entered the home
of Mrs. Harness He was told that she
was out on an errand and was shown
into a sitting room. Involuntarily
memory directed him to the niche
where he had viewed his mothers por-
trait. 1t was not in place. Then as
he glanced into the room beyond
Haroes saw n lying across two chairs,
used as an ironing board. The shock
drove him to his feet. He had faith
omed the insincerity of this unworthy
relative. He was half-minded to re-
turn home memory of the las!
time he had seen Alberta, her hus-
band and children, However, infiu-
enced him to follow out his prescribed
plan.
They had always lived humbly, but
respectfully. From the day that Al
den Norris had married Alberta he
had but one thought in his mind-her
comfort and contentment and that OF
the little ones who came to them as
the years passed on.
Well Hughes knew the house. the
room brilliantly lighted. whence ech-
oed sounds of jollity and excitement.
It's window was open for ventilation,
and his eyes disnmed as he viewed the
happy-faced Alberta and her husband,
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
Q
w. c. T. U.
,
Governor-Elect Nathan L. Miller of

Governor Elect Nathan L. Miller of
New York
'The Supreme Court of the United
States has decided that the Eighteenth
Amendment was adopted according
to the provisions of our Constitution.
We are a government of majorities.
The very foundation of American Ii
berty and American institutions de-
ponds upon observance of the will
of the majority is expressed in ac-
cordance with the Constitution then
I stand for that will, as that is re-
corded.
at is no longer question of
whether you are wet or dry-that
water has gone over the mill. 1t is
a question now of law or contempt
of law. I stand for law. This is a
serious matter. You have observed
there is a growing disposition to dis
regard law. Let me. tell you, your
lives, your property, your security,
and the security of your homes and
families depend upon maintaining re-
spect for law.
"The Governor of state has just
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16


music and the voices Of rollicking chill
dren In the apartment overhead were
borne to his ears.
The recognition Of the fact that he
was getting old, that he was missing
something In life that might make
him better and happier, appealed to
him powerfully this Christmas eve.
He had mechanically distributed the
usual Christmas largesse at the Office.
Ecneward bound he had neglected no
appeal from the street mendicant.
This was not soul-satisfying. however.
It had dawned upon him that he had
brought his isolation upon himself !;
that there were at least two persons
In the great city who were Of kith and
kin and he set to summing up the
duty he owed them.
ST have been no closer to them than
II / were an utter stranger" he solilo-
auized. "It is my fault, suppose, for
I have encouraged neither; for years
have simply sent them the usual hol-
iday check. When / am through with
what / have it musr go to others.
Which of the two deserves recogni-
tion-Etta Harness or Alberta Norrisf
The first named was widow and
second cousin. Hughes had supplied
the capital to start her In boarding
house at her urgent request and she
had managed to make living out OF
It. For time he called and she had
put herself out to make upon him an
impression of admiration OF his sue.
cessful business record. Of gratitude
for his financial cooperation, Of her
love and devotion for him, the last
near relative she had In the world.
Then, too, she had appealed to him
In q strong way. Once she had TAX
en- him to q draperied niche of the
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

this and this only to do with the
yolstead Act. The Supreme Court Of
the United States has said that the
Volstead Act is binding upon all the
states. All the Governor has to do
with respect to other Volstead Act is
to obey it and see that it is obeyed
GAS Governor of this state, I shall
have to take an oath to respect the
Constitution of the United States, and
as Interpreted by the Supreme Court
that means to respect the laws OF
Congress, passed for the enforcement
of the Constitution. propose when
I take that oath to observe, respect
and obey it."
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
WON THEIR SUIT

The officers of the Badger Oil Com
pany have just received word from
Kentucky that their suit involving
oil leases in the Kentucky oil fields
has been decided in their favor. This
suit has been pending since last May
and stockholders naturally feel elated
The local company has A oil wells or
the lease and pumping operations
will be started Immediately. lit is
confident that these wells will be pro.
ducing in short time. A. j. La.
Londs is President and Eugene Schulz
theis is Secretary of the Badger Oil
Company. Practically all the stock
holders are local people.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
CONFIDENCE.

Your confidence is our most
valued asset. On nothing do we
place as high a value, nothing do
we guard as zealously as-your con-
fidence.
In these times of varying prices,
uncertain quality and trying mar
ket conditions, you can look to US
with confidence, you can buy with the
assurance of getting honest, depend
able quality merchandise. Greeting
of the season. E. BLEXRUD, The
Tailor.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
Where You Save Money
MARKHAM IN NEW LOCATION.

The Markham Drug Co. whose
store was burned out in the fire last
Friday morning, is now located in
the former Ike Berman store in the
Kinney block. Mr.. Markham is
getting in shape to resume business.
A great deal Of his stock was saved
and this is being arranged in the
new store. This store had a large
line of Christmas goods just received,
which will be on display for the
Christmas trade. While the sudden
change operates as great handicap,
Roy says he will be in shape to care
for the wants of his many customers.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
NOTICE.

All bills accumulated in the year
1920 by Bayfield, County Highway
Commission must be in the hands
of the Highway Commissioner on or
before January 10, 1921. Any bills
sent in for the year 1920 or previous
must not be in later than that date
or they will be disallowed.
JOHN FRIBERG,
County Highway Commissioner.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

the two little girls. and baby crawl
Ing about, cooling with animation.
aKeep Marvin away from the can
dies, Alden" he heard Alberta speak.
and his hear thrilled. This last child
then was his namesakel
He came into the house 10 receive
the usual earnest welcome always be-
slowed upon him. ALBERTA" he said,
II am lonely and unhappy have -
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

mind right there that / would
give you a chance. l made up my
order as | had always done on
the mail order blank and when
it was completed, made out a
like bill and brought it here. To
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

solved to seek some congenial haven
where love and sympathy will bring
me peace and contentment. Is 1t
here7"
With open arms she greeted him,
and amid Christmas cheer and the low
ing tenderness Of true, honest souls,
that Christmas eve Marvin Hughes
was awarded the longing desire Of his
heart.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

AT a swoman's meeting. young par.
son asked a member Of the congrega-
ton ie her husband was well. He re-
ceiyed the astounding reply: "Oh, he's
been dead these last twenty years.
praise the Lord IL
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

my surprise you really saved
money over the catalogue house
when / figured in the amount of
the freight and delivery charge,
and the best of it was / got just
as much sugar and on The rest
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
STOLEN.

From the cottage of M. H. Sprague
on the lake shore one canoe with
two paddles. Reward of $500 for
information leading to the recovery
of the property and apprehension of
the criminals.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

and less to wear such the
Of
.argsd t. form the
Ascsn Relief Administration the American Red Cross the American
Distribution Committee the knights Of
A. jointly
- to
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
Otto SOnnenburg,

Defendant.
THE STATE OF WISCONSIN, To.
the Said Defendant,
You are hereby summoned to APP
pear within twenty days after SER
vice of this summons, exclusive Of
the day of service, and defend the
above. entitled action in the court
aforesaid; and in case. of your fall
ure SO to do, Judgment will be, rem
dered against you according to Che
demand of TIKI complaint.
a. w. Macleod,
Plaintiff Attorney.
P. O. Address, Washburn, Bayfield,
Comfy, Wis.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
A CHRISTMAS
HAVEN
GO. 1890. Western Newspaper Union,

N OLD man sat dreamily
gazing into the fireplace Of
a richly furnished room. It
was Christmas eve and
Marvin Hughes was looking
back over the years Of his
life and was grave and sad
dened as he realized that he
had neither chick nor child
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

of the articles | could see just
what / was buying.
You see Anderson you have
converted me into home buy
ing"
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

million children central Europe wait
life them In the winters since the Armstce America mas oen
Europe
not healed With
America must
eight
Relief Council
death
starvation and the diseases that with understanding
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

sIrung room, anc ha
life-sized OIL painting
mother.
"She was like a sister to me-" said
Mrs. Harness pathetically, "and you
know brother Willis was quite por.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16

''For years | have been send
ing my money to the mail order
house, always thinking l was
saving money, when a friend
said to me s'why don't you try
Anderson's" and / made up my
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1920-12-16
Nov. 1S-Dec. 29..6t)

Nov. 18-Dec. 23~6t)
CIRCUIT COURT, BAYFIELD,
COUNTY.
Rust Owen Lumber Co.,
Plaintiff,
VS..
Otto Sonnenburg,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1920-01-16

The $500 Group
This Is our most important offering OF womens and
misses coats this season. De luxe models Of fashionable
garments Of
= BOlivias Crystal Cloths Tinsel Tones Y
vi Cordelines Wool VelOurs y
A few trimmed with self-material. Most Of them with
luxurious collars of rich furs, such as
Opossm Raccoon Nutria Seal
They are lined throughout with plain and fancy silks.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1920-01-16

We haveo utdone ourselves in the wonderful collection Of coats coat. that mv We sn nS Sya ar
Goats in very detail. They have that something which gives them a sup1or appear r.
ancea d the sericeabenSs which you rewont to expet IN Strauss uHrgaImenI III
thu groups at the two prices quoted below We have xcened Yourselves. See theml Try
then ol you will very likely choose from among them.
We also have @te excellent values at both higher wr and intermediate pHces'
The Julesburg grit-advocate., 1920-11-11

house. From that. you enter a ves-
tibule and then hall. hanke' by
coat closets and containing the
stairs. On the right is the living
room, IL feet by 49, The fireplace
is on the inner wall. where no heat
Is wasted, and one can sit by It
without being in draft.
Back of the living room is the
dining room. little more than II
feet square. with a fine window
group overlooking the garden. The
two rooms are virtually one.
The kitchen, Z feet by l3, IL
reached by cornerwise route
across a large pantry. The service
entrance is at the side, with q YES
tibule containing the ice box. A
short passage from the kitchen
leads to the front door.
There are three bedrooms on the
upper deor. two Of them lighted
besides . bathroom and a big linen
closet.
This house can be built at cost
not more than 10 per cent greater
than that Of . similar house made
Of wood. In i've years. owing to
the difference in maintenance and
insurance charges. the face brick
house is the cheaper Of the two,
and has not deprecated at all.
while the frame house is material.
ly lowered in value. II you want
proof Of these statements or sug
gestions on building. write to the
Darn mont pujldipU Ri roau In thu
Chamber Of Commerce. Chicago.
The Julesburg grit-advocate., 1920-11-11

I IIGH rents are compelling thou
sands Of men to build, but with
4 labor and materials costing
what they do today, a man cannot
afford to build a house that will
self defense, he must build to last.
He must have a house that resists
fire and weather. depreciates very
slowly, costs little for upkeep and
insurance, and never goes out of
style.
This house meets these exacting
specifications. Fire may damage.
but cannot destroy 1t. The walls
are Of burned clay, face brick on
the outside. common brick or hol-
low tile for backing; and burned
clay is the most freproof material
known. The inside plaster is Of
gypsum. laid on metal lath; a COM
bination that by actual test will
hold a hot fire for one solid hour
before letting 1t get through to the
studding. The roo. is Of asphalt
shinsles. another barrier 70 the
flames instead of an Invitation to
them. Nothing remains to burn
but the floors and large timbers-
and did you ever hear Of a flre that
started with these?
As for style. some building ma
terials come and some go, but brick
goes on forever: and face brick il
the richest. most varied wall max.
ing stufr in the world.
The plans arc worthy Of the con.
~A- = l.
porch. going clear across the
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-12-22
Vienna Voices Appreciation Of
 American Aid
Many Would Have Starved But for Relief Work
 of United States

Vienna, Dec. 22-But for the arr rival of 900 tons of flour, lent by Ger many and Switzerland, Vienna would it was the government wss forced to acquisition 140 tons Of breadstuffs accumulated by the war kitchens during the summer, in order to tide over the crisis.
 A considerable consignment of grain secured in Jugo- -S1avia and Ru- mania is tied up at various points down the Danube because of very low water throughout the autumn and early ice. Efforts are being and locomotive shortage of all the countries involved, as well as the lack of steam coal delays it's arrival.
 But for American charity the city plight bad as it is would have been infinitely worse this winter. The Bur gomaster, pr. Reumann, in apprecia- tion of the extensive American relief being afforded by various organiza- tions, has asked The Associated pie the following message:
 "The distress in which the Vienna population is living in consequence of the dreadful war, has highly inn pressed the American people.
 "In Vienna children are starving and perishing from malnutrhon, the sick cannot be attended in the hos pita1s for want of medicines, surgical instruments. dressing stuffs and other remedies of all kinds; and the nor tality is rapidly increasing among the weak and old. All these facts have called up a noble-min ded readi- ness for help very touching to the population of Vienna.
 '"The American people have created g. number of relief committees for the purpose of collecting gifts to be dis tributed among the indigent of Vienna and the famishing children. great interest in this relief work and the American Red Cross has brought love parcels of high value in Vienna and softened the great misery to a considerable extent
 We cannot enough admire this splendid assistance that was shown us in such human manner; our language has no words fit for inter preting our feelings of heartfelt thankfulneSs and gratitude.
 "As Burgomaster of the city of Vienna, beg to express herewith my profound and sincere thanks to the generous people of the American state for all the marks of sympathy all relief and assiStance-Works be- slowed upon it.
 "I have the honor to send to it the best wishes of the Vienna. town coun- cil for a Merry Christmas. assuring you that the population Of Vienna will never forget the humanity and philanthropy of America that has re- 1ieved and helped us in this time of need"
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-12-22
DIR. GARDENERS
 AUTO STOLEN

One automobile theft and two burglaries were reported to the local police last night, and all three cases are now being investigated by the Detective department.
 The automobile was the property of Dr. Charles W. Gardner, of 449 State street, and was taken from Pequonnock street last nieht. The car was later recovered in Sti1lman street where it had been abandoned by the thieves. A valuable fox terrier which was in the car at the time it was taken, is reported missing. The physicians medicine case was not dis turbed by the thieves.
 Two crates of eggs were stolen from the beef house of John R. Woodruff, 526 Water street, Monday night.
 N. Shapiro, of $40 Water street re- ported to the police that someone has been stealing Christmas trees from his store. The thefts have occurred with great regularity.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-12-22

Premier Lloyd George announced in the House of Commons that three men were arrested for bringing into Great Britain from Norway incen- diary literature.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-12-22
Michigan Prison To Use X-Ray on
 Prisoner Skulls

Jackson, Mich, Dec. 22.-The Mich igan State Penitent;ary here has set what is said to be an innovation in prison management by the purchase of an X-ray machine with which to photograph the skulls of inmates and determine if surgical operations might cure the patients of criminal tendencies. This work has just been undertaken at the prison.
 When it is found that a part of the skull is pressing on the brain, an op eration is to be performed in the prison hospital by Detroit surgeons who have volunteered to cooperate.
 If the operation is believed to have cured the prisoner, the judge who sentenced him will be asked by War den Harry L.~Hu1burt of the prison to bring about his release. A number of judges in the state have agreed to ac- cede to any such request made by the warden, he announces.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-12-22
INJUNCTION ON
 AUCTION LAWS

Debating 1t to be strict class leg islatfon Judge John E. Keeler yes terday afternoon issued a temporary injunction restraining the city of Bridgeport from enforcing an ordin- ance passed on last Monday night at the instance of the Jewellers Associa- ton of Bridgeport, and aimed to curb the activities of iinerant merchants and vendors.
 The ordinance is designed to stop all such classes of business from op- erating after o'clock in the even ing and was brought about through the several auctions that have been l Inning here for the last three weeks to the great detriment, they allege, of local and established merchants in not only jewelry lines, but others as well.
 Each sale shall be construed as a separate offense punishable by fine of s100.
 Attorney l. Phillip Slavatsky rep resented Joseph Drucker, an art dealer at 1os6 Main street, in seeking the injunction. He attacked the or dinance on the grounds that it vio- lates the constitution of the United States and the state of Connecticut and that it is class legislation and that it is discriminatory in it's nature and beyond the powers of the Com mon Council.
 The writ is returnable the first Tuesday in January for further hear ing.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-12-22
PAT CROWEWILL
 AID PARENTS HUNT
 KIDNAPPED BABE

New York, Dec. 521.-An offer to help find the Kidnapped son of MT. and Mrs. James. Milone, of 402 East Forty-eighth street, was made yester- day by Pat Grove, who twenty years ego became notorious for kidnapi Edward Cudahy.
 Grove evaded the police for five years, then gave himself up and re- formed. Since then his study of the subject leads him to believe that only two motives are behind such a kid naping. These are for money or re- venge. Grove believes the woman who posed as a philanthropist last Monday and took the MiIone child, aged II months, away, was paid by some wealthy family to procure them a baby. The Milones are poor.