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The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25

his pipe out Of his mouth and nod
ding his head wisely. TITS Merican
saints day an you must make glad.
All 'Mericans do"
This was touching them in a ten
der spot, for all, down to the very
baby, were anxious to be thorough
going Americans.
We only works half a day." he
continued, IAN has all the rest of
the time TO make glads."
But for Wy We make glads?" his
wife demanded She felt the ground
slipping from under her feet, but
made a last stand.
Il make glads," spoke up Djuka
eagerly, because my Jedva got"
Il got glads," spoke up a younger
brother, that 1 got wood from off
the dump an we needs no coal to
buy"
Il got glads that 1 got a job after
school," declared the oldest boy.
Il got raise, so cents day more"
asserted her husband proudly.
Mrs. Vukelic stood bewildered by
the sudden turn OF good fortune.
You make glads," she cried, "und |
make glads, too, that hat you all
NIT me. | will some cabbage soup
make. Nit lots of raisins in for
Ta'sgivin' und pilaf und couscous We
will the 'Merican saints day keep
und all make glads."
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
ARMY SENTENCES
THIRTY-TWO TO die
But ALI Draw Lighter Punish
ment on Review.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25.-Thirty-
two persons in the army were SEN
fenced TO death by court martial dur
during the last fiscal year, but in
no case was the sentence carried into
effect. says Mai Gen. =. il. Crowder,
judge advocate general, in bis an
nual report. Twelve of the death
sentences were disapprOved. 10 re-
duced to Imprisonment ranging from
lfeterms to five years, aud one case
was pending on review when the re-
port was compiled.
Only nine Of the cases were for
military offenses. Eight were Eound
guilty of misbehavi1r in the face of
the enemy, and one was sentenced
as a spy.
Trials for desertiu1 ware Slightly
less numerous than tor tho two ore
ceding years. Confinement for life
was imposed in AZ cases, 3! os the
sentences being approx ed, two dis
approved, eight mitigated to shorter
terms, and one pending awaits final
action.
In all 236 officers were sentenced
TO dismissal after court1martial. OF
these, 1874 sentences were approved.
The total number Of general curt
martials for the more serious offenses
was 6,769, SIS per cent convictions
lsashg obtained
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25

asked. It was so nice to have some
one treat her as an equal.
Sure, Mikel" the other retorted
II got two. One has really hair and
for-sure eyes an kin go to sleep just
like folks. They give them to me
from off the mission last Kristmuss."
Give you for nothing, for your
very really own" Djuka's eyes
spanked
Yes, indeedy"
Wei, 1 don't care" For the soul
OF Djuka was loyalty itself. ''Nothink
could never be no better than my
dolly"
Huh" the other retorted con-
temptuously, ut amt got nothin' but
an ole broken head"
Djuka could not deny this and
tears started down her cheeks. The
strange girl saw this and was I'M
comfortable.
IT'S awful nice though" she added
quickly, IAN kin be fixed with glue
an then no one can't never tell where
1t has ever been broke"
so" said Djuka, quite impressed
and greatly relieved. when l get
rich from maxim a dollar effery day
l get her face fixed. Den effery one
tufts her"
When l get big I'm goin' to git a
job in a department store an = be
swell doin's," announced the girl.
I'm gonna be like sis an go to
dances an parks an theayters an
movies an see men murdered an
killed an shot an die" She smacked
her lips in anticipation of the joys
to come. Say" she continued, wax
ing confidential, suppose you come
with me to the mission for Thanks
givin'?"
TIA sgivin." repeated Djuka. For
what that is?"
"Criminy," said the other, you're
the dummest Bohunk / ever seen"
Thanksgivin' is when you show
you're glad you're Twin. You eat till
you're sick an then ask for more.
You go to the mission and have the
mostest fun. Say, mebbe it amt
dead swell. Oh, my!" She rolled her
eyes toward heaven in an expression
Of unalloyed bliss.
The primitive mind of Djuka
grasped one vital point.
'All you want to eat" she repeat
ed, then asked eagerly: "T'asgivin',
from what day does this Ta'sgivin'
come or
Tomorrow, the stranger an
swered. kin you Gomez"
Djuka looked hopeless.
'Td'no," she answered DULY. 81
Amt so healthy in my feets."
Poor kid" cried the American
girl. touched with sudden compass
sion. Poor kid! Well, see you again"
She was gone, leaving her compan-
ion in q tumult of conflicting emo
tons
That night after the meager meal,
Djuka waited the chance to breach
the wonderful news. Mrs. Vukelic's
rasp-like temper seemed to have
keener edge than usual, but the
child was filled with the great idea
and bided her time.
"Moder," she said finally, giving
her placating look, for w not that
we have T'a'sgivin' tomorry?''
"Tasgivin' her mother repeated.
What now you talks? You all times
picks up foolishness. What is dis
Ta'sgivin'?"
Why" Djuka replied, cropping
around for an explanation. at is that
you make big eats an have glads,
about everything, all over the year"
Il know" her husband said, taking
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
To Ask Probe OF
Price Reductions

WASHINGTON, Nov 24.-Con-
gressional investigation of recent
price drops on the commodity ex-
changes where farm products are
dealt in will be asked. the American
Farm Bureau Federation announced,
as soon as congress reconvenes. Rep
resentatiye Dickinson, Republica l,
Iowa, has prepared an investigation
Fresolutlon. the bureau said, which re-
cites the facts as to the decline in
the prices of cereal grains, live stock
and cotton, asserts that it has gone
so far as ito threaten the food sup
ply of the country and drive many
producers out Of the producing bust
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
J. ALLEN SMITH DIES
AT HOME IN KNOXVILLE

KNOXVILLE, Tenn, Nov. 25.--J.
Allen Smith aged 10 years, died
suddenly this morning of heart at
Fiction. He had just returned yes
lterday from a visit to New York.
MIR. Smith was born in Ebert coun-
~, Ga, and resided in Atlanta until
about 40 years ago. He was presi-
dent of the j. Allen Smith company
flour mills and was one of the
wealthiest and leading citizens of
Knoxville
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
Gypsy Girls Rob
Bank; One Caught

MARINETTE, Wis, Nov. 25.-Two
girls, members of a gypsy tribe en-
camped here, attempted to rob the
Farmers Savings and Trust bank
heres While the attention of the
cashier was diverted by one of the
girls who was telling his fortune, the
other grabbed a roll of bills contain
ing more than $500 and fled. The
assistant cashier. Leslie Eggleston,
seized the second girl before she
could reach the street.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
U. S. CUBA AIRPLANE
SERVICE ANNOUNCED

MIAMI. Fla Nov 25.-Regular air
plane passenger service this winter
will be maintained between Miami,
Fla, and the Bahama islands, Cuba,
Jacksonville and Palm Beach, Off
cials of the Aero Limited and the
Transoceanic companies announced.
Twelve passenger airplanes, three
Of them carrying IS passengers each,
will be in service ny Dec. l. The
seasons business will be inaugurated
tomorrow with a flight to Bimini in
the Bahamas, the plane to be piloted
by Harry Rogers, who made the
worlds record distance flight from
Miami to New York last spring in 10
hours and 35 minutes, making only
one stop en- route.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
INSTANTANEOUS KICK
ABOUT CHURCH DINNER

TOPEKA, Kas., Nov. 25.-Restau-
rant men at Great Bend, Kas., have
sent a telegram TO S, NJ. Clark. state
hotel inspector of this city. object
ing to a church dinner being given in
the courthouse there.
Big Thanksgiving dinner given by
church In courthouse Of this county,
the telegram read We. TIE restau-
ran men, object. Please advise us"
Clark advised them that there was
nothing in the law to prevent 4
church from serving a Thanksgiving
dinner
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
Boston Stores To
Hire Blind Clerks

BOSTON, Nov. 2b.-Shoppers in
many stores in this city will soon be
waited upon by sightless men and
women if the plans made known by
the state commission for the blind
mature. Certain merchants have Of
fered to furnish departments In their
stores to be conducted wholly by
those Who as a result of the war or
other causes, have lost their sight.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
GUESSING COSTS
HIM $40 BILL

P. +. Mills was fined SO in city
court Wednesday on the testimony
Of N. Poison, proprietor of the Met
ropolitan cafe. 1t was alleged that
he swore In the presence Of a woman.
1t was also alleged that he had been
disordorly, but this charge was dis
missed
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
MILLS CUT WAGES.

UNION. S. G.. Nov. 25.-Thrce
large cotton mills in this county
which recently cut wages 10 per
cent, have announced another cut Of
Is per cent, but will run full time.
Several other mills which reduced
wages 10 per cent will continue on
a three days a week working sched-
ule.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
GREEK TROOPS IN
REVOLT, REPORT SAYS
IN International News Service.

by InternatlonaI News ServIoe.I
LONDON. Nov. 25.--Greek troops
shat were sent into Asia Minor to
fight the Turkish nationalists have
revolted. according to an Exchange
Telegraph dispatch from Smyrna
Greek mutineers attempted to
sieze the commander of the Sd Greek
regiment. but he escaped by hiding
himself beneath the coal in a loco
motive tender.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
PENRosE IMPROVED.

PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 25-There has
been such a marked Improvement In
the condition of United States Senator
Boise Penrose, II is announced. that
he has made an engagement to confer
with Senator Lodge of Massachusetts
Saturday The request for. the con-
ference, which will be held at the home
Of the Pennsylvania senator, was made
by Senator Lodge, who is to deliver an
address Saturday at the Union league
here. Senator Penrose has been Ill
for more than year.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25
Judge Lays Off
To Eat Turkey

All continued and regular police
cases to come before Judge Barker
will be tried Friday as no term of
city court was held on Thanksgiving
day,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1920-11-25

ness" and declares that ''profiteering
and speculation have been permitted
to control said declines"
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04

Should Professor GOddaro's
theory prove workable BY his dem
cnsirations It that time" the bull
letin states. the event may rank IN
the history of . new super-avfA-
ton science, Is yet unnamed. along
with the trial flights Of the late
Professor Samuel p. Langley's ny
ing machines.
But while the world ridiculed
Langley. and for a time regarded
Bells telephone and Morse's tele-
graph as mere playthings, our
amazing strides in invention have
created an opeR-minded attitude
toward adventures in ingenuity SO
that the Goddard experiments ara
being awaited with keen interest.
Great Development Possible.
Wide publicity has been given
the speculations concerning
Vhether Professor Goddard's de-
vice may be projected to the raoon;
and while he holds that such de-
velopment is not impossible, it is
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04

one q the less practical aspects Of
the device More immediate possi-
niiities which Professor Goddard
noids forth include the study Of
the aurora; Of the short wave
lengths in the spectrum Of the sun
which are entirely absorbed by the
ar; and. at more moderate aIti-
tudes. measurements of wind We
.iocity, humidity. temperature and
pressure. all OF which enter into
weather forecasting.
While the. penetration Of the
upper air. where there is supposed
10 exist a, gas unknown ON the
lower aerial levels; the projection
OF . rocket beyond the worlds at
mosphere, and perhaps its direction
to other plants; all offer a field of
speculation outrivaling the pure ro-
mances Of Jules Verne or H. G.
Wells. the basic principles of the
apparatus. like those underlying
most inventions. are simple.
Briefly, Professor GoGdard's the
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04

DRY ID this: The best rocket which
could be imagined il one In which
all seat energy Of the powder could
be converted. on burning. into en-
ergy OF motion. In addition this
ideal rocket would consist chiefly
OF this propelling material, or
powder. With rocket Of this sort
it is evident that very great ranges
would be obtainable with q COM
paratively small initial mass Of
rocket.
Much Energy Lost.
I'm the case of the ordinary
rocket neither of these conditions
is realized, as only one-fiftieth Of
the energy of the powder is con-
verified, on burning. into energy of
motion. Furthermore the powder
constitutes but one-fifth the total
mass of rocket So far the problem
is to strip the rockets body and in
stall the highest powered engine
possible. as one would in racing
automobile.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04

Experiments already performed
demonstrate that g much as tvo1
thirds 81 the heat eneesy af che
powder used can be converted Into
energy Of motion OF gases, as coin
pared with q previous efficiency Of
but per cent.
"As regards the second point
namely. the possibility Of using a
large proportion Of the weight Of
the rocket As propellant-enOugh
already has been done TO show that
successive charges Of prepellant
may be fired in the same tombns-
ton chamber and experiments n
progress are for the purpose OF
firing = comparatively large num-
Der Of charges in succession in this
way.
Seek to Avoid SHOCK.
Herein, it is apparent. the prin-
ciple Of the long range gun u en-
ployed; and effort is made to avoid
the tremendous initial shock. such
as occurs with an ordinary gun, by
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04
IT CITIZENS
TAKE OATH As
Do THE CADETS
- u Colonel Harry B. Jordan
Il Enacted BY the State
Examiner.

1, the suggestion OF Colonel
s.rtx 3. Jordan, commandant of
q. rack Island arsenal. candidates
a United States citizenship who
=. heinr examined in the circuit
..nrt room today are taking the
IN Of allegiance In a new and I'M
s..ssiye way; that is, with the left
s.rd on the flag and the right hand
1Jrsised.
dnsens last night in his capacity
4 sneaker on the program arranged
= he Fort Armstrong chapter, ID.
R., Colonel Jordan expressed
=. wish that ceremony of the path
= observed as it is done at West
paint military academy. Examiner
csorge Mackay was pleased with
n, suggestion and followed it
through today by having the new
S,,rens take the oath of allegiance,
,ust Is the new cadet and prospec-
,;ys offleer in the United States
.rmv It is different and serves to
impress the great solemnity OF the
orcasion upon the. new citizens
mind with all indelible force.
! Nearly every one of the IS can
S,date. scheduled to be heard to-
dsy was present at the patriotic ex-
,rc'se3 sponsored by the D. A. r.
cssnter They were addressed by
t,a,n,st and capable speakers in d
manner at once simple and force
M The Rock Island Musical club
ave three selections as part OF the
r-oeram. which was cltmaxed with
me singing Of the Star Spangled
Banner" by the entire audience.
cc6ee and cake were afterwards
served by the ladies in the rooms
Of the G. A. r.
Colonel Jordan Speaks.
Colonel Jordan had no announced
subject, but he spoke in a direct.
forceful manner to the class OF can
didatos on what each should do
after becoming citizens. He laid
much emphasis upon the greatness
Of citizenship in the United States,
and how il should be valued highly
and guarded with an intense love.
Hev. Wander t.ulich, East Moline
oriest. told why he had come to
this country. telling the candidates
tina, It was to find freedom in the
fullest extent. He spoke of the
chances for advancement offered 20
the forei-n-born by America that
It is impossible for them to obtain
in their own native land.
George Mackay. state examiner.
spoke on the solemnity of taking
an oath of allegiance. admcnishing
all that it should never be broken.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04
TEST ROCKETS
LATE IN JULY
Working Models Of Moen.Geing Ap.
pafatus to Be Demonstrated
This Summer.

Washington, d. c., May first
test OF working models of rocket
apparatus by which Professor
Robert H. Goddard hopes to reach
attitudes above the earth's air en-
reiope, and even the moon, will &c
MADE at Worcester, Mass, late in
July or in August, # is announced
in bulletin from the National Geo.
graphic society's Washington head
quarters.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04
CIRCULATION FOR
APRIL AT LIBRARY
IS $4,000 BOOKS

More than twelve thousand books
circulated from the Rock Island
public library and branch Qbraries
during the month Of April, accord
ing TO the report Of the librarian
presented Ct the regular meeting
OF the library board Monday eve
ming. the report is as~foilOws:
Xdult. ChildF64. School. Br cf,
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04
GRAND JURY Is
IN MAY SESSION

The May grand jury vent into
session yesterday afternoon. IT is
believed a report may be expected
tomorrow or Thursday morning.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04
ONE YEAR AGO

Delegates assembled in Chicago
for . national convention of the
l. ". ".
Postmaster General Burleson
rfote Il letter defending his ad-
Hinistration.
The Rock Island Argus and daily union. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1920-1923, 1920-05-04

Grand total .1s,44S
Received from fines and de-
= posted with city treasurer .$45.71
New Britain herald., 1920-11-08
New Lowered Costs On
 Wash Goods

VERY SPECIAL IN REAPfp MoGSAsSNs for REAL IMroRTED JaPiNEsE SRF~E h Is.ri s1oo our lowered cost 5Nr ysus.
 IMPORTED ENGI4SH MADRAS SHIRTYNGs
 HEAVIEST OUTING FL4ANSk4, made, in plaids and plenty of white prses EesslsF at Soc
 32 INCH sHANTCNG silk and cotton, not all color shades. but what we have. insteaS of SIPS. is esc a yard. '.
New Britain herald., 1920-11-08

calling upon friends in town ssster- day. = .r
 Miss Betty Pratt visited relatives in West CromEell yesterday.
 Mir. and Mrs, Lawrence of Wilcox avenue .en4ertained friends at their home every Sunday.
 Friday evening at Athletic. hall the women Of Sacred Heart church will EtHe q public whist and entertainment Prizes will be awarded to the point winners.
 A nupber from here attended the Wesleyan Amherst game in Middle town Saturday.
 Mrs. Patrick Hoiigan .waS agreed ply surprised Saturday evening by her children and Grandchildren and other relatves, the occasion being her birth day. It was large assemblage that gathered at the old homestead for the event. Games were played after which some of the old time dances were enjoyed.
 Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin DerenthaI town for the week
 The Knights of Rythias will meet at their -Eoons tounorrow evening.
 William Cannon entertained friends from New Britain yeaterday.
 Work on the new road is progress ing rapidly and from present indica- tions the highway Yill be completed within 10 days. On Saturday APO iineai feet on concrete was laid mak- ing a completed stretch of nearly 1890 feet.
 A moyepent is nov underway here for the organization of a community orchestra. There are a large numb Der of budding musicians about the town and it is planned to have them assem- ble weekly for rehearsals. Concerts will be in order.
 Pianos, victrolas, records. C. tL L. Pierce & Co, New Britain, opposite m onum ment.-advt.
New Britain herald., 1920-11-08
CITY EEMS

Removal sale at Besse- -Leland's. --advt.
 Dr. John Donnelly is visiting in town for a few days. Dr. DonnelIy is at present an intern in a New York hospital.
 Carpenters fair, Nov. 10. II, I2, Is, Turner hall. Cmrley's orchestra.--advt
 Stanley Women's Relief Corps will hold the regular meeting at 2.s6 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at G. A. R. hall.
 Let Ornstedt frame your picture for Christmas.-advt. : The publicity committee of the New Britain General hospital campaign drive will meet tomorrow evening at Rooms 3o5-6 New Britain National bank building. All members are urged to be present, as date for the drive will be announced and important plans will be completed.
 Over 4,ooo satisfied Lester and Kqs'-r & Campbell piano owners in thfS> sicinity sold by c. l.. Pierce Go. -advt-
New Britain herald., 1920-11-08

The Altar and Holy Name societies of the Church of Our Lady of Mercy will meet at the rectory and 7:30 o'clock this evening to take action on the coming entertainment, Tl1anksgiv- ing Eve.
 The "Lobster Five" local bowling team, will journey to Southingto this evening and play the Peck. Stow, Wilcox team
 Yesterday morning at the Church of our Lady of Mercy at 8 o'clock mass was devoted to diseased members of the church. Next Sunday The Holy Name society will hold mass at s o'clock for diseased members of the society.
 Hurry for your share of the price cutting sale now going on. I. J. Birnbaum-advt
New Britain herald., 1920-11-08
Resignation Read at Church SerV-
 ices Yesterday Morning
CALLED TO FLORIDA CHURCH
PIainville Team Wins Football-Miss EstcAc Potter Dics-IadfcS' Aid Food Sale-Tenders Farewell Party Town Talk.

Rev. F.. C. Gillette, pastor of the Congregational church, read his resig- nation to the congregation at the serv- ices yesterday morning He has been called to take the pastorate of the Union Congregational church at Jacksonville. Florida. He expects to leave for his new duties some time be- fore Christmas. MT. Gillette comes from Canaan, Conn, and has been pastor of the local church for the past three years. While at Canaan. he was pastor of the Pilgrim Congre- gsiional church. Mr. Gillette has taken active interest in all local work pertaining to the church. and also community affairs. His resignation was. received with regret by the mem bers of the church. Action will be taken on the matter at the meeting of the church officials next week Thurs day.
 Mr. Gillette is a trustee of the Strong Fund which was left for the poor people of the town. and he also belongs to many charitable aid so- cieties. He is a member of the Fred erick lodge, A. F. and IA. NJ. During the recent war, MT. Gillette was the first chairman of the local branch of the Red Cross. and is now acting vice chairman. He took part in all the Liberty Loan drives. When the State Guard was first organized in Canaan, MT. Gillette joined and was a mem ber G7tH mustered out some time ago.
 The church wAkh MT. Gillette will become pastor of is Hated as one of the largest of its kind in the locality where it is situated. It is much larger than the one in this town and nas a central location in Jacksonville. Nr. Gillette has been a hard worker for the local church and has aided it's financial standing by revising its sys- tenn. Many new members have been added to the church. He is we'll liked about town and has made many friends during his stay.
 Plaiqyiile. Team Wins
 The Plainyille Football team was
New Britain herald., 1920-11-08
4 BILLION n
 BILL C0A
Will Be Necessary l
 Three Yea

Washington, Nov. 8. Pess. .)-The nation will tinuation of the annual $4,O00,0oo,00O for at years if congess adopt dations drafted by trea| and which, it was und| night, Secretary Housto1 in his forthcoming annu| congress. The analysi, and accompanying reel will suggest. it was said . year program for tax 1 quired in order to m} government obligation6 current federal expense
 Approximately $8,0f Victory Notes, War S cates and Treasury Cer due for payment with1 three years, so mainten1 annual revenue at abou 900 is held to be unavu| face of average expei mated Tor the period.
 Recommendations TO MT. Houston, it is und propose entire abolishrl excess profits txes and tion of a graduated inc substantially deeper cut present revenue laws. lieved these new tatxes only to incomes above 5 provision would be mad uateed increase Oven on tax as the amount of 1 larger.
 The secretary is expel that the stI-ictest econom if the program outlined of a S4,O0O, 100000 tax accomplished.