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40 MEN AND EIGHT HORSES"
Organization Within Organization At- tractIno Large Membership From
 Men Who Served in France.

Formed as an organization within an organization. Le Societe des 40 Hommes ct Chevaux of The Ameri- can Legion is attracting heavy mem- bership from the ranks of those vet erans who recall the days and nights of rolling by box car over the rails Of France. Charters for local voitures are being issued by the Chef de Chem fin de Fer at Philadelphia, and dis tinctlve chapeau with bronze badge has been adopted.
 Much mystery enshrouds the doings of Le Societe, which possesses ritual all it's own and demands an initiation fee of S2. Only members of the Le- zion are eligible to belong to the soci- ety and termination of membership in the Legion brings with 1t elimination from 40 Hommes. Almost 1000 mem bers of the new society, it is expected will be in Cleveland during the Legion convention September p, 2S, 29. at which time they will effect g perms nent organization.
The spectator., 1920-09-21
IN THE MISSING MEN" LIST
Additional Cases in Which informa.
 tion Is Being Sought by Rela-
 tives and Friends.

The search carried on In the "ROn Call" of Missing Men" department Of the American Legion Weekly for the solution to the mystery attending the death or disappearance of 2,0O0 men in France and on the seas includes these cases:
 S5STH INF, co. M-will the soidisy who was with Sergt. John w. Smalley when he charged a machine gun nest and was killed near Vilcey France. Sepv tember F. 1918 write to Florence E, Berney, 404 Walnut street. AlexandrtA, Ind?
 ''U. S. S. OTRANTO."-Private Clyde Mott went down with this vessel whep she sank in storm off the Irish coast, His parents want information about his death from survivors. Write his broth- er-in-law, John C. Doolittle. Savannah, Ga
 5sTH INF, NJ. G. CO.-Private Ray. mond M Schmidt reported wounded Octo- Der or 1, 1918, died October at Fourth Field hospital, Cussey, France. Mother wants to hear from anyone who saw her boy shortly before he died and knows whether he said anything on his death- bed" Address Mrs. Matthew Schmidt, 507 Rush street. Dubuque. la.
 ATH AERO SQUADRON.-Homsv Key, Box 1l6. Holdenville Okla, would like to hear from some one who knew Lieut.. Raymond J. Saunders, and who could give details relative to his death in France and where he was buried Last seen in combat with twelve enemy planes about fifteen miles northwest of Verdup, October 22, 1918.
 MISSING IN ACTION.-Private Leoss ard Delbert Philo, Ninety-fifth company, Sixth marines. Reported wounded In So'ssons drive, July 19. 1918. In Septemr Der, 1919. mother received notice that ''Philo Lionard" had died and was buried in France. She does not believe 1t is her boy. Comrades are reported to have seen him alive and we'll in the fall Of 1918. Address his sister, Mrs. H. W Johns. l97 Glenwood avenue. Battle Creek, Mich.
The spectator., 1920-09-21
LEGION'S DEBTS ARE REDUCED
Claims Against Organization Have Been Lowered $30,000 Per Month,
 Treasurer Announces.

The reduction of the indebtedness Of the American Legion from S343,648 to Sl97,214 in five months, or at the rate of approximately $30,OO0 month, has been announced by Robert H. TyndaN. national treasurer, at Indianapolis. Ills statement covers the indebtedness up to June 30.
 The high mark of $343.648 was reached on January 31. and since then there has been steady reduction of the deficit. In previous announce ment Mir. Tyndall declared that the Le- gion's old indebtedness of $257, 900. borrowed last summer for preliminary organization work, had been paid ip full.
 The treasurers books show that the indebtedness of $197.214 outstanding on June 30 is offset easily threefold by the assets of the American Legion, The deficits at the end of the first six months of the year are shown in the following table:
 January 3i, $343,64s.13; February %, S294, ,1S3.Ss; March 31. $256 963.61 {: April 80, $23S, S,254.47; May 31 aS240. .65Os 91; June 30. $197, ,214.22.
The spectator., 1920-09-21
TO WAR AGAINST SWINDLERS
Swing Full Force to Stamp Out Practice.

National and departmental officers of the American Legion have recently brought to light several instances in which interruptions swindlers have successfully capitalized the grief of the next of kin of Americans who lost their lives in the world war and the organi- zation's national headquarters has taken steps to swing the full force of the more than 9,600 Legion posts be- hind movement to stamp out the practice.
 The mother of dead soldier whose grave had never been located recently was told by one of these parasites that he would visit Washington, if she paid his expenses, and find out at first-hand what could be done. Later, the impoS- tor reported success and advised the hereaved family tAat the body would be sent home. A brother became sus- piclous and by personal call at the war department learned that no in- quiry ever had been made.
 Another woman, whose son had not been heard from since he was reported wounded while fighting in the Ar gonne. received letter signed with her sons name, asking her to send him money. She made a trip to Cleveland. O.. only to find that the letter was a hoax Later. she received n telegram signed with her sons name and noti- fed the police In the town from which the message had been sent. The man who had attempted to defraud her was arrested.
 At the instigation of the Legion. po- lice of California city are on the trail of man said to have made a practice of corresponding with the next of kin of deceased soldiers with view to defrauding them. He wrote a let ter purporting to give frst-hand infor- nation concerning the death of one of these missing soldiers. whereas inves- tigation showed that the writer of the letter had never been outstie the Uni ted States during the war.
 Lemuel Bolles, Legion national adju- tant. has urged all posts and depart nrnts to assist in warning relatives of missing heroes against paying any money for information or service of this nature, as both the Legion and the war department are willing to provide all available authentic information at all times without charge.
The spectator., 1920-09-21
CHAPTER XII.
Bemm Declares Himself.

At dawn Tillie, half waking, felt something warm against her bony shoulder. She gave 1t shove and met with soft resistance that caused her to screw her head about in alright. On the pillow beside her lay the tear stained face of her beloved little mis- tress.
 Land sakes! !" she exclaimed. "Whatever in the world-!"
 The big brown eyes opened wide in a startled gaze. Still dazed from slum- Der. the girl clutched her companions arm. "Tillie! don't leave me--don't leave me alone."
 "I won't, dearie course not. There. there, it's all right--only bad dream. Lie still and go to sleep again." crooned the old woman as she had soothed the girl when a young child. She muttered aside: Such goings on. never did 7" Amy rose on her elbow and stared at the window. Why. it's daylight al ready. Youll be getting up."
 Its time. But just you lie still, dearie.'
 "l don't want to. I'll get up and help you. Tm--Im lonely"
 "Lonely?'
 "And-frightened."
 "Frightenedl Land sakes! What makes you frightenedT"
 "Because he It's secret. Prom lse you'll never. never tell until say you may"
 "All right"
 your ear. He's home"
 "Huhi"
 Don't be dummyl Win is home" They let him out. diG tneys"
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that horrid place. But you are safe now. dear. quite safe. So be quiet. that's good boy. You know you prom ised"
 If only 1t was that!" he groaned Little girl think-open vour eyes Would a brother kiss you as 1 kissed your
 More than ever frightened and be wildered. she stood silent. He bent nearer. At last the meaning of the look in his eyes forced it's way into her consciousness. Her cheeks famed scarlet and as suddenly whitened
 You seew he said. You have not understood your own feelings, because you have been unable to think of me other than as brother. But l, Amy little sweetheart"
 No. no don't-don't say it" she pnnted.
 But it is with the utmost rever- ence-"
 "Oh. Will. no-no-no" she shrieked. and she fled from him In wild panic.
 He sprang after her and caught the door as she attempted to jerk II shut between them. His purpose, however, was only to close it without the violent Jar that might have awakened old Til- lie. Instead of following the fright ened girl Into the hail. he shot the bolt.
The spectator., 1920-09-21
ROBERT AMES BENNETT

might take you for Sherlock Holmes"
 The random shot hit Bemm so unex- pectedly that he was disconcerted.
 Miss Lowrie." he snapped in angry protest
 Why. what Oh beg your pardon. Charlie!" she replied. her look express sive only of innocent contrition. "Raf- ties was a gentleman burglar, wasn't he? And I meant d gentleman detec- tive"
 "Detectivew exclaimed Ellen.
 Under her shocked gaze Bemm flushed brick red Tillie had unob- trusively started up the garden to- ward the kitchen door. Amy renewed her attack.
 "Oh, not a common. low, ordinary de tective. Ellen" she protested. No one could dream of Charlie being that could they? But Sherlock Holmes or Gibberer-that famous French defective, you know-that's altogether different, isn't it? So romantic"
 Unable longer to endure the grilling. Bemm turned to retreat. Tillie's head appeared above the bloSSoming shrubs; 1t moved toward the kitchen porch with marked rapidity. He looked about at Amy with a glance of resent ment and suspicion and started up the garden on run. The girl snothered cry of dismay and darted after him. She was only few steps in the rear when he overlook Tillie.
 "Stop!" he ordered the hurrying woman. What are you going to do?'
 She halted and faced him squarely, her arms akimbo. Her tone was tart :: Il ain't working for you. Mind your own business"
 II shall." retorted Bemm, and he showed her Il silver-plated officers star.
 Tillie's mouth closed with obstinate firmness. Amy hastened to interpose. There's the phone ringing! Maybe it's news of Will '"
 She went past Bemm. He started to follow her. but paused to grasp Til lies wrist. Come along." he ordered.
 "Why. Charlie!" remonstrated Ellen, who had hastened up the garden after Amy
 'I'll have no tricks" he rejoined. Ellen gave him disdainful glance. But he had turned to overtake Amy. holding fast to Tillie. The girl went direct to the telephone, without mak- ing any attempt to elude him. She had the receiver at her ear when, still dragging the reluctant Tillie. he over took her.
 "SsSh," she whispered. It's that nice police official at the hall. They've seen Will out near City park, and
 What" cried Bemm incredulouSly.
 "Yes-here, take the phone. He's asking for you. He heard your voice."
 Stand where can watch you both of you" peremptorily command ed Bemm as he took the telephone. Hello. hello. This is MT. Bemm."
 The receiver buzzed with q vehe- ment reply that brought flood of scarlet into the face of the listener. He slammed the receiver on the hook,
The spectator., 1920-09-21
Ancients Used Wire Rope.

In Egypt thick beaten wire was made into chains as far back as the second dynasty. 5200 E. C.: and links doubled and looped through one an- other appeared in the sixth dynasty 4o00 B. c. Yet chains were not com monly used until. much later. The Gauls excelled in such wory. as they asad chain cables and rigging In place of rope tc resist the Atlantic gales.
The spectator., 1920-09-21
CHAPTER XII-Continued.

Dearest, dearest brother!" she whis- pered.
 With even more suddenness than he had caught her to him. he grpped her slender shoulders and thrust her out at arm's-length.
 "What have done?" he groaned. "What have 1 done?'
 She sought to smile. hut her eyes dilated with dread. "No, no, dear" she soothed Be calm You are all right. You are yourself-yourself."
 "Yes-- now-too late!" he cried. ''How will you ever forgive me-when you know? For me to take advantage of you this way! I thought myself a man."
 "There, there. dear; be quiet now. It's merely all this excitement. It's all doctors fault locking you up in
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snatched up his hat and ran out through the front hall. without stop ping 10 take leave of the ladies.
 Mercy :" exclaimed Ellen. Has everybody gone madf"
 T guess he's hopping mad" ob- served Tillie. My! Listen to the door slam He's madder'n a wet hen"
 Amy looked significantly at Tillie and remarked: You haven't done the upstairs work"
The spectator., 1920-09-21
Greeks Honor Defender.

Naming their organization after tho immortal defender of ThermopyiaA more than $50 Greeks of Gary, Ind. have organized Leonidas Post Nos 253 of the American Legion. The charter was granted with the quali0s cation that the post conduct It's met ings in the American language 6l1 membership he not restricted & Greeks. N
The spectator., 1920-09-21
CHAPTER XIV.
Appearances Often Deceive.

When Clinton wakened from his heavy sleep he perceived Amy's note on the floor. Going to the speaking no response. He started toward the rear window. but on the way noticed his pajamas, and wont back to dress
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27
Football Language In Britain.

However the ordinary journalist may
have to curb his pen, the descriptive
reporter Of football can still give rein
to his fancy and his rhetoric with little
fear Of the sub-editorial blue pencil.
To him n match is usually a ''tour-
ney." and the ball lends itself to such
varied description as "the leather"
"the oval" 'the globe" or even the
bounding sphere" II the players hail
from Sheffield they are "knifegrind-
ers;" from Northampton. "cobblers !"
from Luton. ''strawhatters: :" from
Reading, "blscuiters from Devon
shire, "cider drinkers" and from West
Ham. hammers"
The swift runner Is "twinklefooted."
or has brilliant hoofs." II a player
is skillful In head play, he fuses the
Uranium with brilliant effect" or does
good brain-box work." II the ball
hits a man on the nose. he receives
a smacker from the spheroid on his
proboscis."
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27
Why Colds are Dangerous

You are often told to beware OF a
cold" but why? We will tell you:
Every cold weakens the lungs, lowers
the vitality and paves the way for the
more serious diseases. People who
contract pneumonia first take cold.
The longer cold hangs on, the great
err the danger. especially from the
germ diseases. as cold prepares the
system for the reception and develop
ment of the germs of consumption.
diphtheria. scarlet fever and whooping
cough. The quicker you get rid Of
your cold, the less the danger of con-
tracing one Of these diseases. Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy has great
reputation as cure for colds and can
be depended upon. 1t is pleasant to
take.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27
Jewelry Awaiting Purchasers.

note of Interest from London con-
Germs pearl necklace, valued ut ST.
oO,OO0, which Is in London awaiting
sale. II Is probable that the necklace
will he offered by public auction. The
pearls are remarkable not only for
their size. but for their delicate tint
Ing. There Is Mt the present time much
very valuable jewelry In process Of
realization on behalf OF Russian and
other owners. who have no option but
to convert II into cash.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27
1.-THE Woman who Fed London"

One Of the most interesting figures
brought into the limelight Of publicity
during England's great railway strike
was Miss T.. NJ. Hopwood. now called
"the woman who fed London" Miss
iiopwood was secretary TO a large
commercial firm In the north of Eng
land, and her business ability was so
well recognized that when the ministry
Of food was organized. she was called
to the service OF the government. She
scored such success In her emergency
warwork that she was appointed al
the beginning of the railway strike as
food distributing officer for the whole
metropolitan area.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27
Didn't Work Out Rloht

a languid swell was visiting q
charming young society lady, and as
they sat on either side OF the fire his
heart was full OF the burning desire
to say something not only compli-
mentary, but brilliantly nattering. SO,
after revolving the matter In his mind
he said: "Ah, Miss Lille, why are
those fire-tongs so like me?"
lie meant her to guess, or ask him to
tell her. because they were PROSTATE
at her feet" or something of that kind
Miss Lille, looking solemnly demure,
said she didn't know. unless 1t was be-
cause they had two thin legs and
brass head.
lie was cropping blindly for the front
door before she had recovered from
the shock Of her own yo!!cy.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27
Brother out.on's Noble Work.

The American secretary for the Me
sion to Lepers estimates that there are
not fewer than 2,0OO,OOO lepers in The
world, 6,000 of whom have been con
verted to Christianity. Apropos Of
this, the Hawaiian legislature has Of
fered to pension Brother Joseph Du.
ton. who succeeded Father Damien at
the leper settlement on MolokaL
Brother Dutton has not been of the
leper island for 33 years. and has spent
10000 of his own money to releVl
the poor creatures among whom bel
lives. But he refused the pensicnI
wishing no reward and expecting 10
work on to the end In the cause TO
which he long ago devoted his life
The world has heroes Of when II rare
ly hears; and II cannot be otherwise
than that such self-sacrlfice must wiz
a higher reward than governments Of
the plaudits OF peoples can confer
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27
Depends on the Result.

Don't you admire determination In
mans character?''
THAT depends. n II brings success
praise II "a splendid perseverance. II
failure. denounce II MS confuunded
obstinacy. Transcript.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27

,AHlCI lCdu
Fork Locals
Plenty of good Flower Pots, at
GRANTS. .
Miss Nellie Evans spent Friday in
Provo, the guest OF friends.
Misses Inez and Hazel Peterson
went to Salt Lake Sunday and spent
the day with friends.
Miss Manda Chapman was the
guest of relatives and friends in Salt
Lake Sunday.
Matches at SC box best in the
land-at GRANTS. .
Len Wild OF Ophir, spent the end Of
last week in American Fork, visiting
with relatives.
r. Zimmerman and J. A. Owens Of
Provo were in American Fork We'd
nesday on business.
Miss Ruby Crookston of Salt Lake
spent Sunday here with her parents
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Crookston.
Owing to backward spring, Chip
mans are offering their entire line of
Ladies Spring Suits, Coats. and ready
to-wear Dresses 20 per cent off, .
Mark Featherstone went to Clear
Lake. the forepart of the week. where
he will spend ten days with rela-
tives.
telephone Office, after having been
home for a week on account Of sick.
ness.
Miss Hilda Pearson of Iehi. was
the guest OF her aunt and uncle, Mr.. |
and Mrs. John Parker. Friday and |
Saturday.
Misses Ellen Jacklin and Vida Cook |
OF Cedar Fort, motored to American
Fork Saturday and spent the day with
Miss Jacklin's parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
John Jacklin.
Miss Grace Cummings and Walter
Sudgen OF Salt Lake. were the guests
Of Miss Cummings parents. Mr.. and
Mr.. W. A. Miller and friends. dur
ing the week.
Miss Alice Parker entertained at
dinner party Sunday afternoon. A
beautiful vase OF carnations formed
the center piece for the table. Gov
err were laid for ten relatives and
friends.
Clarence Bowden returned to his
home In Canada Tuesday, after spend
ing several weeks here with Mrs.
Bowden's mother Mrs. Il. Paxman.
Mrs. Bowden and baby are still Wis,
iting with her mother.
Miss Jane Mcpherson, one OF our
local school teachers, is back TO her
desk. after an absence OF week on
account OF the death of her father
James Ramsey Mcpherson, one OF Ne
pitts old and respected residents, who
passed away last week and was bur-
led Friday.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27

A number OF friends and relative.
of Hyrum Huggard, pleasantly sur
prised him at his home Monday eve
ming. 1t being his birthday. Joke,
and music were enjoyed by a livey
rowd. Luncheon was served at
eleven thirty.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27

Mrs. Bert Paulson entertained the
B. Ia c. s. ladies at her home in the
First ward Friday night. All enjoyed
the evening In needle work and social
chat. after which delicious luncheon
was served.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27

Howell Davis, who is employed in
Bingham, is spending this week ut
home with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
John Davis.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27
Savings Of Statesmen

politically that did not
Declaration OF Independence
'NS s-"'A ABRAHAM LINCOLN
The nation which another habtua or
III h"'''A"' '' " " GEORGE WASHINGTON
The power vested Jointly In the President
tho senate viii s a branch of the legislature
"' 'e""'' ~ " JAMES MADISON
The of q
known to every been political
~ W 800 -ROOSEVELT
America itself must have its
tenn of to those OF
~ - ~ THOMAS JEFFERSON
OF equality
of the world while
o' $500 GEORGE BANCROFT
The United States is Of more importance
alliance -JOHN ADAMS.
carries In his heart the
looking forward
labor and dangers TO come -QARFELD
and the unity OF THIS
loyalty OF the
- GRANT
national state and city should
abated end to the
Every public duty Is honorable. MCKINLEY.
The Republican party has walked upon high paths has
honor OF
he prosperity OF people. HARRISON.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27

Miss Ivy Burgesen and James Goal
en- Of Salt Lake. were the Sunday
guests Of Mrs. Mary Cunningham.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27

s. d. Strong motored to Salt Lake
Monday on business trip.
Miss Myrl Hansen was the guest
OF her aunt in Salt Lake Monday
Matches at &c box--best in the
! land-at GRANTS.
Miss Helen Chapman is spending
the end Of the week in Salt Lake, the
guest OF relatives.
J. A. Owens OF Provo made a
business trip to American Fork the
end Of the week.
James White of Salt Lake was in
American Fork Sunday, visiting with
friends.
Miss Lenora Hansen spent the end
relatives.
Miss Dee Scott of Provo, was the
guest OF Miss Myrl Storrs, last Sat
urday and Sunday
Miss Elya Logsdon went to Provo
Saturday and spent the day with
friends.
Marley Zabriskie was home from
Eureka Saturday on visit with his
parents.
Miss Emma Featherstone was a
guest of her sister, Mrs. l.. NJ. Larson
of Highland Thursday and Friday.
Misses Alice Parker and Alice
Searle spent Thursday afternoon In
Proov, visiting with friends.
Edwin Blackhurst, who Is employed
in Salt Lake. spent the week end with
his mother, Mrs. Il. II. Blackhurst.
Hope Taha left Thursday morning
for California, where she will spend
about month, visiting with her aunt
and other relatives.
Miss Jean and Eliza Hindley OF
Salt Lake were the guests Of their
parents. Bishop and Mrs. John r.
Saturday and Sunday.
Vern Houston of Salt Lake spent |
Sunday and Monday in American
Fork. visiting with his parents, Mr..
and Mrs. Fred Houston.
Reginald Gustaveson spent the lat /
err part Of the week in Salt Lake,
his grandfather. T. r. Sund-
berg. who left for Arizona Saturday.
The High school play, which was
givn Thufsda.r afternoon In the high
school was made successful by the
good attendance.
Miss Cressie I.overidge returned 10
Provo Monday after spending three
days with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
VIM. Loveridge of Highland.
Mrs. Roy Cook Of Salt Lake re- !
turned TO her home Sunday, after
having spent few days here. the
guest OF Mrs. May Featherstone.
Mr. and Mrs. V. y, Rose and Miss |,
Binks of Salt Lake, spent
he week end In American Fork, Wis /
ting their parents, Mr.. and Mrs. NJ.
\. Ambrose.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27

Misses Clara Hunter and Rula
Storrs spent Sunday in Salt Lake,
visiting with relatives and friends.
American Fork citizen. [volume] (American Fork, Utah) 1912-1979, 1920-03-27

This Indiana lawmaker Committee
succeeded this bill
The Committee let civilian
Steps have the War
from ~ $500
RISK Insurance original
TO 1900