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Greenbrier independent. [volume] (Lewisburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1980, 1920-04-30
The SPRING Is HERE.

! One morning last week there came
over the hills into our little valley
Il longcd-for visitor. Very, very
beautiful she was, With eyes of
rarcSt blue. and a wreath Of sun
! she came. but with her went the
| spirit of gladncSs, and she was wei
coined on all sides with cries of de-
light as she Strollcd across the misty
wet meadows. waving her wand and
calling softly. wake up. wake up.
I've come again and found YOU nap
ping
"Fm awake, I'm awake. called
Robin BcdbrcSt from the old rail
fence.
''Oh. l don't mean you.' smiled
the lady good naturally. You arc
always awake"
I'm awake" chirpcd Robin hap
PLY rs he sailed away and Lady
Spring looked after him and laugh
cd--a thrilling, musical laugh that
caused the violcts to lift their heads
and open their blue eyes slecpily,
while the dandelions on the south
hillside clapped their hands and
shouted all together, we're awake,
we're awake"
II Sec" she said. patting their
yellow heads as she passed on into
the woodland. 4 flood of notes
greeted her here, for the catbird
had returned and was wooing his
mate i'll the beech tree: red birds
whlStled; wrcnS, Sparrows, blue
jays and Il big black crow all con-
tributcd their share of welcome to
the visitor. who smiling TO herself
stepped lightly over the dead leaves,
calling the little sleeping things to
life. Trailing arbutus shook the
tangled curlS out Of their eyes and
smiled Il drowsy welcome. Lady
Slippers lifted green heads oneLhalf
inch above their leaf-brown cover
lid. Ancnone and buttcrcup shout
ed together as they saw her COM
ing: 'Oh. my, what a widc-awakc
family" she cried. Il expected 10
find You all asleep"
Oh, answered the ancmone.
You were SO long coming. Our
sleep was out several days ago and
We have been awake ever since"
I'm SO sorry, murmured The
lovely one waving her hand to a
big. yellow butterfly circling above
her head. Il hope YOU didn't get
tired waiting"
"Oh no." answered the anemonc
politely. 1--WE have been very busy
all the time
Mercy! must be awrully
late" she said to herself
lawfully late! awfully late"
checrily sang frog from a little
stream at the foot of The hill. and
a hundred voices from the glade
Joined in the chorus.
Spring has come" shouted a
childish voice, and running along
the hillside, with shining eyes and
IA wreath Of pussy willow on her
head. was Baby Summer.
ION, Pm so glad you've come"
cried the child running into the
olltstretched arms and nesting
there. Il know you will take care
OF me. DO you think old Mr.. Winter
has gone? I'm SO afraid OF him."
"Oh yes. he has gone" said
beautiful Lady Spring stroking the
golden head. " l met him as came
and he assured me that he would
moi return for some time"
And you'll take care of me.
won't you?" persisted the little one.
Yes. dear. as long as you need
me-" W.
"Oh. IN so glad" laughed Baby
Summer happily, and hand in hand
the Two entered the woods and went
on thru the day together.
NJ
Greenbrier independent. [volume] (Lewisburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1980, 1920-04-30
HEALTH AUTHORITIES CONCERNED ABOUT
FLU EPIDEMIC,
THEY SAY EVERYONE IS SUB.
JECT no FLU. AND URGE
PEOPLE TO BE ON THEIR
GUARD

Flu germs are everywhere. and
The health authorities advise plenty
Of fresh air in fighting The epidemic.
If your body is able to resist YOU
will not get the disease. You will
fight the germ successfully.
Bui if YOU have slight cold YOU
arc not in fighting trim. You will
be unable 10 resist the germ and you
will suCcumb.
PcpSOtOne will relieve that cold.
no matter how severe it may be-. II
will purge the system of all impuri-
ties and soon the pure blood will
rOut The cold.
These handy tablets have way
OF rebuilding the entire system.
lhcy refresh tired nerves and
strengthen weakened tissues. The
Zoc. package will start YOU on The
way 10 recovery.
TEL your druggist that YOU want
prompt rclicf-lhat YOU want Pep
so'onc. He has supply and will
furnish YOU. ~
Greenbrier independent. [volume] (Lewisburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1980, 1920-04-30

''DemOcrat" names T.. +. Patton
for the House of Delegates and Col.
5. e.. PcytOn for the State Senate.
Greenbrier independent. [volume] (Lewisburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1980, 1920-04-30
Amanda +. Jones

Amanda +. Jones
VS..
Geo. e.. Jones
W.M. Allen
VS..
Ada Allen
Ursula Jones
W. e.. Jones
Irene Morgan
VS..
Daniel ]. Morgan
William r. Lowe
VS..
Berthe May Lowe
Luther Perkins
VS..
Pearl Perkins
Eric |. Walton
VS..
Nellie j. Walton
Dolly Parks
VS..
Frank Parks
Robert l.. Bush
VS..
Anna G.. Rush
Gladys J. Bruce
VS..
Chas. r. Bruce
Bertha Bowel
W. A. BcvcI
Vergic Twitty
VS..
RfCharo 1wltty
Ncttic Francisco
VS..
ID. L. Francisco
Marion l.. Campbell
VS..
William ID. Campbell
Willie May Michaels
VS..
Harry Z. MichacIs
G.. a. Ra1nbo
VS..
Liela Z. Rambo
Bertha Dixon
VS..
John Dixon
Emma Eaklc
VS..
ChaS. l.. Eaklc
Greenbrier independent. [volume] (Lewisburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1980, 1920-04-30
Rucker

Rucker
McWhortcr
McWhortrr
(ilncr
Gilmcr
w. l.. Kcrshncr
n. G. Mcneil
J. II. CroSicr
Austin
W. l.. Kershncr
McWhorter
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
The Christmas Service
This Store Gives

Our Christmas service to our patrons
begins months before Christmas-is on in
earnest. 1t starts with the selections for
the various departments which make this
store a Treasure House" for gift seekers.
A thorough survey is made of all the
best of the new the markets Of the world
offer-together with the time proved ar
ticles traditional with misunderstanding
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28

in gifts unitarian, ornamental,
decorative; gifts which offer subtle
compliment to the good taste of
friend or relative In fact, for every
age, for every occasion, for every
purpose, for every desire and within
almost any contemplated expendi-
ture, here one will find widest selec-
ton from which to choose the gift of
enduring excellence.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Christmas Gifts
to Save Labor

Those of you who hold dear the helms
man of the home want her to have every
device to lessen her labors, to put her
business on the same scientific basis that
yours is. Christmas offers this oppor-
tunity. Visit the Household Utilities
Section. It's chock-full Of gifts.
Vacuum Cleaners, Electrical Devices,
Aluminium Cooking Utensils, Pyrex,
Fireless Cookers, Wizard Cleaners.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
In Choosing Christmas Gifts
Remember Our Book Dept

gives practically unlimited selection.
And just as much latitude in expenditure.
That is the delightful feature of Christ
mas shopping made possible by this store
Book stocks abound in helpful sug-
gestions. Mother, Father, Sister, Brother,
the Baby-every member of the family is
specially considered.
Here are Books one sends in courteous
acknowledgment to formal acquaint-
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28

but what is worthwhile and desirable is
acceptable.
Then comes their convenient attrac-
tive arrangements that choice may be
quickly and easily made. And we provide
the assistance Of competent, interested
salespersons. So that the gift chosen
HERE carries with it the pleasure of the
glver which truly reflects the Christmas
spirit.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
A Great Treasure House
of Gifts of Quality

There is no more beautiful
thought in all history than that
which is founded on the origin and
recurrence of Christmas, and custom
has ordained that it be celebrated
annually with a season of giving"
Today the whole Of this great
store is filled with the sentiments of
Christmas. They are sentiments that
take form in gifts of lasting worth
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Christmas Gifts
for the Home

Christmas finds one wanting the home
to be the CHEEKY center of holiday festivi-
ties. Lower prices make it possible for
every one to add several of the cherished,
wished-for pieces Of furniture this Christ
mas season. Buy those gifts that brighten
up the home the whole year through.
Rugs, Mirrors, Tables, Chairs, Desks,
Hangings, Pillows, Lamps, Books,
Vases, SflverWare.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Lingerie Negligees-
Bath Robes

One fingers long in this decctable section choosing
the dainty Lingerie nilady loves. Exquisite hand
work, laces and ribbons chemises nightgow MS
vests and camisoes. Passing comes to silken
Neggees of aowerlike beauty in their multi-colored
radiance, and thence to the coy, Bath Robes
no one should be without. With such variety there
is wide range in prices.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
That's a Gift Luggage

genuine gift-straight from the shoulder, also the
heart What can beat brand Wardrobe Trunk
to keep ones clothes IN applepie order when
ing or at home? Then, too, there overnight bags
and travelling cases. fitted pin with all ones
needs. And bandboxes and on--evcry one of them
gift that is real gift
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Sweaters Scarfs-Ta1ns

Everything for active outdoor women. Sports at
tire, consisting Of warm Sweaters, woody Scarfs and
debonair Tams form irresistible gifts holiday time
inspiring one to out nto Jack Frosts Fairgrounds
One may spend little much for such gifts and the
good part is knowing that price values are again
sane and one is receiving full measure for money
pended in these Jolly gifts.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
A Wealth of Handkerchief

The Handkerchief is of those convenient little
gifts which be exceedingly modest exceed ngly
inspiring one to out into Jack Frosts Fairgrounds.
ing the fresh Christmas stocks discloses tho
plain and the fancy. the simple and the giddy the
white and the coored Handkerchief each ready
40 be tucked in o box for merry Christmas day.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
SOmeth 'ng for the Motor st

The motor fans--bless 'em--there such jolly
things to give them--itugs, Picnic Kits Flashlights.
Goggles, fur-lined Gloves, Caps and countless
other articles that add to the OF following
call of the open road
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Add to Her Store of
Silver and China

a housewives pride in her chattels of Silver and
China Is justifable considering the good end to
which they are put. All odd bit set of some
thing at Christmas time means much to her who car
ried the keys OF your household. At small figure
or more one may secure ideal gifts OF China and
Silver
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Gloves of Every Description

And there is describing them ALL for they abound
in mum bers for the most vaed OF occasions and like
wise of tastes. Whether yon have your mind
giving gifts Of half dozen pairs but single one
will find at reasonable prices Gloves of all
for street wear, afternoon affairs and evening in u
delightfully."- bewildering array. And could
have too many?
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Christmas NeckWear

Nimblo fingers with liking for
evolving pretty things will revel in the (st.S~>
landings and plaitings by the yard fF
which require but few stitches and & IL
presto! dainty bit OF Neckwear. " NJ ~
Other delights the innumerable \t44~f/
vestees, gilets and sets OF various fine ~
fabrics, laces and nets. which add a Jest
to the costume. Moderately priced and ~
very acceptable for gifts. ~
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Ivory Sets for the
Dressing Table

Ivory Sets OF toilet articles. To one to enjoy
il. They the rage just now, and Il very sensible
one, for replacement of single piece is always posi-
bic and likewise addition to set. Stocks permit
choice of the plain inlaid Ivory Sets or OF ndi-
viduaI pieces from plain ivory.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28

ance and Books with the personal touch"
with which to remember friends Of long
standing.
To know that though one prefers
limited expenditure, one may select Books
in perfect taste and entirely suited to the
purpose intended, is indeed SATISFAC-
TON!
That is just one of the many ways in
which this store shares the Christmas
spirit with it's patrons.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Prettiest Dolls in Town

II has como--the jolliest time OF all
the year. when the little mother" gets
the "dollie" she has been wanting for
oh! 80 long. And just to think. she
found it on Christmas morning! So
many kinds and styles and sizes OF
Dolls are here they just must be seen.
that's all. Early selections are advised
for ones own satisfaction.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Christmas Gifts of Flrs

Just the time to bundle up in luxuri-
Gus Furs is Christmas And for the
gift they are repleto with feeling and So
Christmas spirit expressed in terms of II
beauty, comfort and satisfaction. 1t
Handsome Wraps. Coatees, Scarfs, Col "
lar and Muf Sets and Chokers, in an NJ
amazing number Of various pelts, de- 8
lightfully styled, invite one to the en- q
crossing task OF selecting the Christ J
mas gift OF Furs.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28

No doubt you will be impressed as you walk
through these "Asles of Gifts with the beauty Of yhe
exhibits and the exceptional completeness Of assor
that time is limited and of the Importance of doing your
Christmas shopping early?
DO IT NOW!
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
The Christmas Blouse

It IS such fun to give Houses this -
year. There are genuine beauties from /&,
which to choose. One is unlimited in r
choice and not taxed by former exorbi-
tant prices. Fresh tub models vie in Ne
their crispness with the crepes and silks =
while in class to themselves are the d
handsome Blouses, deliberately embroid- a
cred with metal threads and silk floss d
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1920-11-28
Christmas Hosiery

Hosiery permits wide range in choice
and the opportunity 10 give a remem-
\ brance Of great beauty as we'll as utility.
Handsome lace effects are popular as
] gifts, while plain silk, drop-stitch and
clicked models are here in numbers for
conservative shoppers. Wool Hose and
silk and wool mixtures found in i'm
ported sports Hose have dash that is
appropriate at the holiday time Of year.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17
IT'S DIFFERENT LOOKING BALL
CLUB THAT CHICKS WILL SEND
AT WESTERN LEAGUERS SUNDAY

On the eve Of their pair of battles
with the Oklahoma City Western
leaguers, the Chicks looks like diff.
ferent ball club than has yet heen
seen out there when they went
through their final practice at Uni
versity park yesterday afternoon.
Two new men, Ketterman at first
and McMullen at short rounded the
thing out and apparently put the nee
essary cogs in the wheel. McMullen
covers worlds Of territory and has a
throwing arm, the affect OF which is
sweet to look upon while Ketterman
garbs them around the first corner in
a way that smacks of mighty good
baseball.
AT third, yesterday afternoon, Dob
bins was holding down the hot cor
ner in the absence of Rig Smith who
was called to Oklahoma City on busi-
ness. AT that dolby" got away with
in a way that made the absence of
Smith hardly noticeable. He is
snatching the hot ones like veteran
and getting the maway in approved
fashion. When Smith returns he
may find that he has job on his
hands to fight Dobbins off the third
sack. Reynolds, warmed under the
obliging rays of more or less tor
rid sun. unlimbered and showed some
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17
OKLAHOMA CITY CLAN ARRIVES
WITH MANY NOTABLES TO PLAY
TWO-GANE SERIES WITH CHICKS

( The Oklahoma City club, headed
by Jimmy Humphreys landed in town
this morning for two game series
with the Chickasha club and will be
out there in the first this afternoon
with the club that is slated to rep
resent the capital city in the West
ern league flag chase this season.
Not only that but many of the no.
tables interested in the baseball
world of Oklahoma City are or will
be here to look them over in the
battle against the Chicks, which by
the way should be considerable bat
ties if the Chicks show the pep they
uncorked yesterday afternoon.
Jack Holland, Oklahoma City fran
chise owner is slated to be on deck
with our former fellow townsmen
and well wisher, Roy Henderson,
president of the Oklahoma City Base
ball association. Also and again,
the daddy of the Western association,
Col. E. M. Duncan, former owner of
the Oklahoma City club when that
outfit was flag chasing In the old
association circuit is slated to be on
hand to view the pickering.
Though he has been more or less
out of baseball for few years, Col.
Duncan can't keep entirely out He
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

association this year and it was
adopted without change.
Once more, the Oklahoman is to
have a flock of sport writer's with
the club, which flock may be more
or less large. Chas. j. Brill, sports
editor of the Oklahoman will be on
the ground for Sundays battle and in
all probability sports man or two
will sit in at the game today
From the following men Hum
phries will pick his starters today
and tomorrow; Griffin Banner and
Moore, catchers. Donelley, first
base; Cole, second, Hughes, short;
Lindemore, third; Pitt, Griffin and
Griggs, outfielders; pamsey, Stoder,
Whitney and Miller, pitchers.
Manager Pettigrew will have:
Hayes and Arnesman, catcher Ket-
terman, first; Reynolds, second; Nc
Mullen, short; Dobbins, third; Petit
grew, Reudy and Scott outfielders;
Jewish, Payne, Smith, Wilson, Dia-
mond and Speake, pitchers
1t is probable THAT Lefty Lewis
will start the game today and if all
goes we'll will be relieved in the
sixth by either Smith or Payne. Will
son is ticketed to start Sunday with
Payne or Smith following him, in the
sixth. The class of game that results
depends on the injection of Diamond
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

of the things he can do when the
weather gets about 400 in the shade,
The outfield? Brother look EN-
over Pettigrew in left, Reudy in
center and Scot in right Yesterday
evening the fungo hitters were not
hitting them too high and far away
for this trio to get under. They were
there or thereabouts. In batting
practice they all were polling the pill
to the far corners
Lewis and Wilson. the port siders
are in good form, the season of the
year considered. Both have all the
fight in the world and can be count
ed on to stay in there under fire.
There's one bird that has lost a lot
of friends in the last few days. He
is Harry Smith, pitcher and the
friends who have gone from him are
the hitters who have been up there
trying to show the management
something II is said of Smith that
in his baseball career he has never
thrown six balls right down the
groove. II you want to hit one off
Smitty, you've got to pick it off one
corner of the other. He doesn't
know the plate has any middle
Payne, new pitcher who blew in
to camp yesterday has already dem
onstrated that there is a place for
him ON nearly anybody's ball club
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

Children who have worms are pale
sickly and peevsh. A dose or two
of Whites Cream Vermifuge will
clear them out and restore rosy
cheeks and cheerful spirits. Price
95c. Sold by Wren Drug Co.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

or Speake into the fray. They may
be given opportunity, however.
f. r. McGaha, franchise owner, re-
ceived a wire last night from Presi-
dent Letcher prexy of the Western
association stating that an associa-
ton umpire would be on the ground
as Judge Of play.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

He has plenty OF stuff and knows
how to use it.
Also Speake and Diamond have
been going nicely during the work
outs this week
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

The Quinine That Docs Not Affect The Head
Because Of its tonic and laxative effect LAXA-
TIVE BROM0 oUININE (Tablets) can be taken
by anyone without causing nervousness or ringing
n the head E.W. GROVES signature on box Soc
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

AS clear as the purest water ia
Liquid Borozone, yet 1t Is the most
powerful healing remedy for flesh
wounds. sores, burns and scalds that
medical science has ever produced.
Try it. Price zoe, 6Oc and s1.2O.
Sold by Wren Drug Co.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17
SPECIAL SATURDAY AND
MONDAY

Best Crude guaranteed corrugated
rubber hose, zoe per foot
16-2t Chalfant HardwGre Co.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

Ladies spring of splendid all wool materials the short
sporty with leather belts and button trimmed Some
silk lined the waist while Others silk lined throughout Col
ors, tan, brown and blue All sizes.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17

Express Want Ads bring results.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1920-04-17
A REAL SALE

Georgette and straw combination, tailored
Milan hat, straw Sailors Chin Chins, large
roll or straight brims, trimmed with flowers
and ribbons.
The Marietta journal. (Marietta, Ga.) 1918-1944, 1920-02-27
Change Comes With the Morrow.

However vexed you may be over
night, things will often look very diff
ferent in the morning. If you have
written a clever and conclusive, but
scathing letter, keep it back till the
next day, and it will very often never
go at all.-Lord Avebury.
The Marietta journal. (Marietta, Ga.) 1918-1944, 1920-02-27
odaY.

We often fail to recognize 1t, but
the fact remains that today Is trying
to live up to the highest standard of
yesterdays thought and determine
ton.
La prensa. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1913-1962, 1920-09-04
PRETENDE ESCALAR UNA ALTU,
RA DE 10000 METROS,

Tn aviador frances, Juan Casale,
que hace tempo batiera Ell record de
altura. llegando a los $500 metros,
esta ahora preparandoSe para hacer
I'm nuevo vuelo con Ell prop6sito de
remontarse a 1900 metros. o sean
cerca de Sc 5000 pies, a fin de sobre-
pasar asf al recod establecido por el
eviador americana Rolls, que hace po-
Co alcanz6 n altura de mas de
$4,000 pies.
Ell aviador frances esta hacienda
una serie. de eXperimentos, antes de
emprender su hazana. para yer 81 DO
dra veneer las dificultades que tai we
10 encierra. Con el objeto de probar
los efectos de la densidad del aire a
esaS alturas. Casale en- encerro Ell una
cupula de CRYSTAL en- la que Sc fue re
duciendo Ia atmosfera en- ell curse
de Il minutes SO segundos. hasta una
preston e~quivalente a la de u. 900 me
tros &c altura. Ell aviador pudo So
portar tai enrarecimiento de aire ha-
~Diendosele devuelto Ia preston normal
atInosTerica en- 20 minutes, tempo mas
o menos calculado para que el avia
dor pGdiera descender gradualmente.
CaSa!e dice que experiment. FRO V
cierto malestar: que hubo I'm momento
en- que cerro los ojos pero que tai
cosa aumento su vertigo, Y que duran
te todo el experiments perdi6 por com
pieto el sentido del dido, cosa expl
cable dado Il al enrarecerse ell atre
la trasmis!on de las ondas sonoras
no Sc hace facilmente.