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The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
WILSON SOON TO WRITE
HISTORY MAKING BOOK


News comes from Washington that
President Wilson is having collected
and arranged for ready reference all
papers and documents in his possess
sion relating to the work of the Paris
peace conference with the view to
the preparation of book on the peace
negotiations.
The president in making these
preparations has accepted the volun-
teered services of Ray Stannard
Baker, who was attached to the
American peace commission. Mr..
Baker during the past two weeks has
spent several hours each day at the
White House putting into shape all
available data on the peace confer
ence in the presidents possession.
While it is not believed that the pres
ideut contemplates beginning the
actual work of writing or debating
the proposed book during the few
remaining weeks of his term of Of
flee, it is understood that he has in
mind the inaugural Of the real work
upon it shortly after his retirement
to private life. 1t is known that Mr..
Baker has only undertaken the task
of arranging the material and that his
duties do not include in any way the
literary workmanship.
Friends Of the president are under
stood IT, have urged upon him for
some time past the desirability of
recording from the viewpoint of an
official American participant, events
Of such monumental Importance as
took place in Paris during the peace
negotiations They have pointed out
that one who played such major
ro'e as he and whose decision later
became the subject of such violent
controversy, both in the United
States and abroad could not afford
to lose the opportunitv of setting be-
fore the world the motives behind the
many disputed decisions, as involve
chantung, Fiume, Danzig, the Anglo
Franeo-American alliance and the
Russian question.
Officials close to the president have
said recently that whatever the presi-
dent might write after his retirement
from the White House would not be
9uto-biographical in form, as the
presidents preference has always
been toward history as a form Of
literary expression.
One version of the events which
took place in Paris from an official
American viewpoint, already is in
the course of publication. Announces
ment was made several weeks ago
that former Secretary Of State Lam
sing, one of the American commits
sioners, had prepared a book which
takes issue in several important chap
tiers with decisions made by the pres
ident. This book is to be released to
the public March 5, the day after
President Wilson retires from office.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
PROMINENT CITIZEN OF
FOURTH DISTRICT DIES

Mr. Harley Temple Joyner, aged
A years, died Sunday night at his
home in the 4th district, after an i'll
ness Of a few days.
Mr.. Joyner was a member Of the
Hcpewell Methodist church. where
the funeral was conducted by Rev.
T. f. Calhoun, assisted by S. R.
Forbess, on Tuesday morning at II
o'clock. He was a member Of the
X. of p lodge and was serving as
a deputy sheriff at the time of his
death. He was a highly respected
citizen in the community where he
lived.
Mr.. Joyner is survived by his wife
and four children, one sister, Mrs. G.
V. Gilihand, and two brothers, Rev
J. w. Joyner and Mr.. H. j. Joyner.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
CELEBRATEs 7sTH BIRTHpAY

It is often said that some of the
most pleasant experiences are those
that come by surprise. Such was the
experience of Mrs. Fannie Boyd on
last Saturday. Mrs. Boyd was visit
ing in the home of her son, Mr.. w.
R. Boyd, and other relatives. who
gave her surprise party on the
18th anniversary of her birthday.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. r. Boyd had so sue
cessfully concealed the plan that the
aged mother was completely taken
by surprise, when most of the party
arrived about 1890 a. m. Others
came later, and the time was pleas
antlv passed in conversation till about
] o'clock.
1t was about the time mentioned
above when the pleasing request came
to repair to the dining room. This
commodious room was filled, as thse
present took their standing positions
around the heavily-laden and attract
i've table. After this most delightful
repast, Miss Doris Boyd, little
daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs. w. R.
Boyd, brought in a basket filled with
presents for Mrs. Boyd, the honored
guest Of the occasion.
After this delightful hour, the
party assembled in the parlor, where
religious exercises were held, being
conducted by Rev w C. Kerr. Some
of Mrs Boyd's favorite songs were
sung, Miss Mildred Boyd, grand
daughter, presiding at the piano.
Suitable Scripture was read and pray
ers were offered. After remarks
were made by the leader, others were
called upon to say something. In
response to this request, Rev. J. L.
Boyd, Of Brighton, and Mr.. Robert
Darlington, Of Victoria, Miss, made
touching remarks. just at the close
of these exercises a telegram was re-
ceived from Rev. C. NJ. Boyd, D. D.,
in which he expressed his regret at
not being able to be present. All the
other sons and daughters were pres
ent.
This was a great occasion to the
aged mother and all the others pres
ent. This godly mother, and the
father, who passed away some years
ago, exerted a strong religious in
fluence in their home. Rev. j. L.
Boyd, the oldest son, is the success
full pastor Of the A. R. P. church at
Brighton. The second son, Rev. G.
M. Boyd, D. D., is the popular pas
tor of the First Presbyterian church
of Tuscaloosa. Ala. The other sons
are w. R., of Covingtop, and Hugh,
of Atoka. There are two daughters
Mrs. C. 7. Strong, of Atoka; and
Mrs. G. G. Strong, Of Brighton. All
the sons and daughters occupy prom
inent positions in church and in their
communities. It was a great pleas
ure to Mrs. Boyd to have her only
brother and only sister present-Mr.
Robert Darlington and Mrs. Bessie
Williams, both of Victoria, Miss.
Others present not already mentioned
were Mrs. J. L. Boyd and daughters,
Mrs. G. G. Strong and children and
Miss Estelle HAYS, Of Brighton: Mr..
G. T. Strong. Mr.. and Mrs. w. H.
.McQuiston ard son, Of Atoka; and
DIR. ]. G. Mcnuiston end family. Mr..
James Fredrirkson and family, Mrs.
J. B. Pace, Mrs w. G. Kerr and
son, Of this city.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
SALEM LEAFLETS

Another week Of cloudy, rainy
weather, and snow, to boot; but the
snow didn't last long. The month Of
January has been a fairly good mix
ture Of weather. with no extremes
about II days of moderately, fair
weather, six almost totally cloudy,
six on which rain fell and two with
snow.
j. G. Mccain, ESQ.,, who the last
few weeks has been spending most
Of the time in Dyersburg on account
of the critical illness Of his daugh-
ter, Mrs G. B. Brown, made a visit
to Idaville one day last week on
business. While in Idaville he rent
ed his late residence, better known as
the Everett McQuiston place, to Mr..
VIII Griffin 1t was also learned
that Mr. Mccain had very recently
purchased home in Covington,
which doubtless means that he will
in the near future make his home in
Covington. Mr.. Mccain is the pic
neer settler and merchant of the
hustling little village of Idaville, and
his many old friends regret to think
cf his leaving the village in the
evening Of life, after having had so
much to do with the life and char
actor of this beautiful village.
DIR. Isaac Cunning, of Krhbel,
Ark, was visitor in Atoka and Ida
vile a day or two last week. The
doctors old friends were glad to
meet him ard see him looking so.
well. He is another Of the Salem
boys who is out in the world doing
well for himself and his fellowmen.
Young Mr.. Wyman Bond, who for
year past has been in the United
States navy, has 30-day's furlough
and is on a visit to his parents. Mr..
and Mrs w j Bond, near Dunlap
0rphanage He spent day last
week in Idaville.
Mrs. John Sterling, of Salem, was
taken yesterday to CARLY Ramsey
Hospital for treatment and possibly
for an operation. Mrs. Sterling was
in this same hospital some weeks
ago and when she returned from it
it was thought then that she would
recover without having to 90 on the
operating table.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. H. McQuiston at
tended the birthday celebration Of
Mrs. Fannie Bovd at the home of
her son. Mr.. Will Boyd, in Covington
last Saturday, also Mr.. and Mrs. H.
r. Boyd, Of Atoka.
Miss Anna Lee Faulkner, who is
teaching at Ran sew, came up Friday
evenings and STAYED with her mother,
Mrs. M, 0. Faulkner, and family
until Sabbath night Also Miss Iva
McQuiston was with homefolks at
the same time.
Mrs. Sallie Hamilton, formerly Of
Brighton, but who is now making her
home with her brother, DR.. w. F..
Cooper, Of Uriel, is visiting her sis
ter, Mrs. S. G. McCluney, near
Atcka.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. j. Simonton. of
Atoka, have been quite sick for the
past several days.
The Salem and Munford basket
hall Girls had an interesting game
last Thursday afternoon on the Mum
ford court, in which the Salem girls
won 16 to 2. This Tuesday after
noon the Salem boys contemplate a
game on the Almyra court with the
team Of that place.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
INSPECTOR DUGGAN
VISITS JACKSON SCHOOL

B. o. Duggan state high school i'm
spector, visited the Jackson school
last week. He stated that he was
well pleased with the work Of that
institution and made some c0mpli-
mentary remarks about the school.
He found a class in Spanish which
contained the names Of IA boys, which
he said was rather unusual, as the
girls usually outnumbered boys in
modern language classes.
In speaking Of the high schools of
the state he said that a very large
attendance was recorded and that he
believed that there are 10000 more
students in school this year than any
previous year in the history Of the
schools. He sooke to the student
body at the chapel exercises.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
MACK NOTES

Miss Gertrude Winberry gave a
tacky party at her home Satur-
day night. Twenty guests were
present. Miss Josie Belle Waits
and Mr.. Edgar Nclen, being the tack
lest, won the cake.
Mr.. Albert Hutchinson is building
new bungalow on his farm in Mack.
Miss Edith Smith, Of Price, is
visiting her sister here and going
to school.
Mr.. Jim Gray, of Detroit, moved
tc Mack last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. |. ]. Goode, are
visiting their son, Mr.. Dannie Goode,
of Price.
DR.. j. P. Daniel and Mr.. Giles
Simpson have put camp at Raney
pond and are clearing land.
Preaching here Saturday might
and Sunday. Brother Everett will
preach. Everybody invited.
Miss Gertrude Winberry and Mrs.
Mamie Goode are visiting their sis
and niece, Mrs. Rudelle, Parker.
Miss Frances Nolen is back in the
schoolroom again.
Miss Pauline Nolen. of Crutcher,
was at her home Saturday and Sun
day.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
FORMER RESIDENT
DIES IN MEMPHIS

Mr.. D. F. Hickey, aged SIS years
died at the General Hospital in Mem
phis Saturday from the effects of
an undetermined poison. Mr.. Hickey
was found on the night Of January
20, at Front and Poplar streets in
Memphis in a serious condition, and
at the hospital where he was taken
attaches stated that he was suffer-
ing from what appeared to be alco-
hol poison. It is thought he was the
victim of thieves, as the end Of a
watch chain was still in his vest, and
also it was thought he left Coving-
ton with large sum of money. His
son, billiard Hickey, who was in
Randolph, was communicated with
and he went to Memphis Monday.
The authorities stated he would be
buried in the potters' field if they
failed to locate relatives Of the dead
man.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
ALMYRE GLEANINGs

Roads are muddy in this locality
and some of the bridges are not here
at all, except as mass Of timbers
scattered about.
Mr.. S. S. Fee has returned from
Memphis. where he had been in the
h9snital for number of days. We
are glad to state that he is steadily
imnr0vinG
Miss Matte v. Kelly left last
week for Humboldt. where she is
visiting relatives at present.
Mr.. Merritt Mccaughey. of Mis-
souri,, has been visiting Mr.. ], S.
Hughes and family for the past few
days; also Misses Monta and Mvrtie
Hughes spent the past weekend at
home
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
GROUND HOG DAY

February 2 is said to be the or
fetal ground hog day and the old
fellow comes out on that day and
looks at weather conditions. Should
he see his shadow, it is said, he will
return to his winter hole and remain
six more weeks. Should he fail to
see his shadow, it is a certainty that
winter is over. At II o'clock yes
terday the sun 'shone very brightly
and no doubt Mr.. Ground Hog saw
his shadow, if after the lean winter
he was fat enough to make a
shadow.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
METHODIST LADIES ENTERTAIN

The members Of the Voman's Mis-
sicnary Society and ladies Of the
church were most graeiously enter
tanned Monday afternoon from to
5 o'clock bv the ladies' Of North
Manle street at the hospitable home
Of Mrs. John Y Peete, with a large
number present. After a pleasant
social hour, the guests were favored
with a reading BY Mrs. Gill in her
own happy style. Mrs. George Gibbs
rendered the piano solos, as did Mrs.
Mary Harris. which the ladies en-
ioyed to the fullest. Delicious re-
freshments, consisting Of chicken
salad, waters. pickles and black cof-
fee, were served
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
NEW FEED STORE

Opposite Primer & Gillespie's old
stand will be found feed Of all kinds.
VIII also buy. corn, hay and oats.
Will furnish a first-class bitching
place and board horses by the day
or month. Articles left in my care
viii receive the verv best Of atten-
ton. A man can be found at the
barn dav and night. VIII be glad
to see all my old friends and as many
new ones as possible.
Yours for business.
(3feb4w) Il. CARY.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
CURE FOR HICCOUGHs

The official method for preventing
or stopping the hiccoughs has been
announced by the medical society Of
French hospitals, says a late dis
patch from France. 1t is the simp-
lest thing in the world. Even child
can operate it. Here is all there is
to it, as put by the famous French
doctors: Place the index finger on
the left subclavieular hollow several
fractions of an inch above the mid
die clavicle. Then press carefully the
fifth cervicular nerve, whereupon the
hiccoughing will cease.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03
MRS. EDNA SMITH JONES
DIES in COLORADO

Mr.. Ferd r. Fisher received a
telegram Wednesday from his
brother-in-law, Mr.. W. E. Jones,
telling him Of the death Of his wife,
Mrs. Edna Smith Jones. Mrs. Jones
died in Boulder, Colo, where she
had gone in the hope Of recovering
her health. Her remains viii be
taken to Columbia, Tenn, where a
sister. Mrs ]. E. Littlefield, lives,
for interment.
Mrs. Jones will be pleasantly re-
membered by many of our people, as
she was reared in Covington and was
very popular in wide circle Of
friends, who viii learn with much
regret Of her untimely passing away,
and thew extend their sympathy to
her husband, sister and brothers in
their great sorrow.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03

If you buy Singer machine you
will receive careful instruction from
a competent teacher at your home,
You will get prompt attention in any
part Of the world, as our offices are
everywhere. You will be dealing with
the leading machine manufacturers
of the world, the strongest guarantee
Of excellence. NJ. M. Gaynard, agent,
Covington, Tenn. Telephone 100. If
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03

At Calcutta counle was married
recently in an aeronlane The wedding
party assembled 5000 feet. and. the
engines, beino shut off. a cIprovman
reed tha wnddino service ss the n1ac-
chine cireled gently to earth again.
The Covington leader. (Covington, Tenn.) 18??-current, 1921-02-03

Kidney disorders cause much dis
tress of mind and body. Such all
ments should not be neglected be-
cause they lead to diseases that are
dangerous. Prickly Ash Bitters is a
splendid tonic for men. It strength
ems the kidneys and purifies the
stomach and bowels. Price 81 25 Der
hottie. F. J.. Roper Drug Co. and
Union Drug Co., special agents.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1921-04-01

Miss Tegland was i'll and could
not attend school on Monday.
In the grade defamation con
test Russell Miller was chosen to
represent the seventh grade and
Pearl Pilker the eighth grade.
The birthday of Johann Amos
Comenius was observed Monday
morning. A report of the life Of
the famous educator was given
by Margaret Hover.
Friday afternoon a vesper ser
vice was held by the Student
Body. The time was spent in sing
ing songs fitting to the Easter
time. Choruses by both the Boys
and Girls Glee Clubs were enjoy
ed by all. Miss Grace Gates sang
very appropriate solo, Face to
Face"
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PORTAGE

Mr.. and Mrs. N, f. Kelley spent
Sunday in Edmonds, guests of
Mr.. and Mrs, c. S. Kellogg.
Mr.. and Mrs, VIM. Southland
are here from Nevada, making
quite an extended visit with Mrs.
Southard's father, Mr.. Chas. X.
Smith. They We're Sunday guests
of Mrs. A. j. Beall, who was
roommate with Mrs. Southland
while attending school several
years ago,
Miss Emily Mcpherson who has
been the guest of her aunt, Mrs.
Fred inland during Easter vaca-
ton, returned to her home at
Colby on Wednesday.
f. d. Kingsbury spent the week
end with friends in Seattle.
Miss Nellie Kellogg was at
home with her parents Mr.. and
Mrs. Allison Kellogg over Sun
day.
Mrs. r. 7. Mclean, sufficiently
recovered from her recent illness,
spent the week with friends in
Seattle.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. A. Mclean
are visiting points in B. G. for
a week. They went by auto on
Monday.
Ed Harrison is "vulcanizing"
another room to their pretty
bungalow.
Mr.. and Mrs. H. E. Read and
children of Issaquah, who spent
the past week with Mr.. and Mrs.
Hazelhurst returned to their home
on Saturday. Mr.. Read has been
confined to his home for several
months with an injured leg.
R. G. Williams and family re
Gently moved into the A. B. Cook
home. Mr.. Williams is employed
by Mr.. Billingsley at Saltwater.
Miss Marjorie Stanley is enjoy
ing a short vacation with her par
ents at Fir Tree Farm.
Mrs. P. L. Cristman, Margaret
and Martha spent Saturday and
Sunday with friends here.
William S. Sherman has pur-
chased a tract Of land on Grand
View drive, near Nakayama s
poultry farm and is preparing to
build a residence this spring.
Mr.. and Mrs. 7. B. Allison were
Seattle visitors Sunday and Mon
day.
Mr.. and Mrs. N. Pavolich have
returned to Tacoma after spend,
ing two weeks at their cottage
here. They intend to return soon
to spend the summer.
Andy Bibbins is home for a
time to rest and regain health
after an illness Of several weeks
in Portland, Oregon:
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1921-04-01

Girls Club entertained the Sea
Breezers at card party at the
Dyer home. Progressive whist
was played until eleven o'clock,
w. A. Hiersch winning the first
prize and Mrs. Sass the BOBBY
prize. Refreshments were served
and then the young folks danced
for a short time. Those presen
were Mrs. Ed Hoffmaster, Mrs.
Sass and Misses Alice Bullard,
Minnie Hiersch, Fanny, Mary and
Beatrice Brink and Margaret
Hover, and Messrs w. A. Hiersch,
Ed and Tom Meers, Louis Hotf-
master, Ross Bittinger, Steve Ian
ders, Joe Jensen and Mr.. Sass.
Saturday night Mr.. and Mrs.
Jensen entertained at a card
party and house warming. Dainty
refreshments were served after
some lively games of whist had
been played. Twenty-Five enjoy
ed the house warming.
Roy Kneebone was home Sun
day for the first time in several
weeks.
Mrs. A. Hiersch was a Tacoma
visitor on Friday.
A concert was given at the
Community church on Saturday
evening, March 18th. Fourteen
excellent numbers were rendered.
Mrs. Shattuck, Mrs. Berry and
Mr.. Smetz and Fred Hiersch We're
the soloists. A large crowd at
tended showing that the Commun-
ity appreciates the effort which
is being put forth by the musical
club.
At the Easter services Sunday
night we had a most inspiring ser
mon by our pastor and some spec
ial music selections by the choir,
and a chorus and duet by Mrs.
Pope and Miss Alice Bullard.
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LISABEULA

Mrs. Christensen and children
were Sunday visitors of Mrs.
Holmes of Fragaria.
Easter has come and gone again
with oh, such perfect weather.
Mr.. Kings son and wife of Sc
attic were Saturday and Sunday
visitors at the home place.
The Ladies Aid will meet with
Mrs. Howard the 18th of April.
During the summer months they
will only meet once month.
Mr.. Smetz and family have
moved from the beach to their
ranch, formerly the Evans place.
Mr.. Smetz was in Seattle Easter
Sunday and took part in the Eas-
ter services and sang several
solos in one of the large churches.
We missed him as he is our choir
leader here.
The Ladies Club will meet with
Mrs. Page on Thursday, April 7.
Fred Howard of Seattle was out
Sunday visiting his parents. Also
j. Sullivan of Tacoma visited at
the Howard home over Sunday.
They have bought a fine home in
Tacoma and are nicely settled.
Mrs. Sullivan is a sister of Mrs.
Howard.
Lumber in on the ground for
two more cottages at the dock.
Mr.. Jensen has the contract for
building. We expect the cottages
will all be filled this summer with
city campers.
Mr.. and Mrs. Williams have
moved from the Page cottage to
Burton and have started store
there. Mr.. COTS are going to
move in the Page cottage.
They say troubles never come
singly II must be the same with
joys and blessings just see what
our editor got last week, a new
baby (may happiness be her lot. }
And that fine boquet sent in by
Southern Heights, That's long
been my sentiments but bashful
about speaking up
Mr.. and Mrs. Weber were out
Sunday for a short visit.
Saturday night, March 26, the
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CENTER

Mr.. and Mrs. Rex Horns have
rome to Skyhomish where Mr..
Norns has employment in the mill
Mrs. Ray Minor was a Tacoma
shopper on Tuesday.
Miss Stella Hofmeister was
home from Seattle and spent her
Easter vacation with home folks.
B. P. Kirkland came home on
Wednesday evening to attend the
concert at the church by Mrs.
Prentice.
Mr.. Hearst accompanied Mr..
Pankratz by motor to Eatonville
last Tuesday where they were
looking over some timber.
There has been some much need
ed work done just east of Cen
fer on the Banner Road. The
heavy trucks which pass that way
now going to the ferry have made
the road a little hard on the pass
enger car. 1t is in fine shape now
however.
The Camulos Club holds it reg
ular meeting on Friday, April 1
at the home of Mrs. 7. B. Allison.
Miss Sena Hansen was in Sc
attic Monday shopping and tax
ing in the sights.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wilkins moved to
Seattle last Tuesday where Mr..
Wilkins will attend school.
Mr.. and Mrs. Soike entertained
the Center Young Peoples Club
last Friday night. A very pleas
ant evening was enjoyed by all
present,
Ralph Touhey, wife and family
of Tacoma are visiting at the
home of their parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. James Touhey of Portage.
Born-To Mr.. and Mrs. j. E..
Bacon of Portage, on Monday,
March 2Sth, 1921, six pound son.
Both mother and babe are doing
well and are being given the best
of care.
Young Peoples Club met at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Soike on
Friday, March 25th. Games and
singing and supper was enjoyed
by all. There were 30 present
and all had rousing time. B.
y. Dewey is the president of the
club.
Mrs. Graham Maloney and little
daughter have been spending the
Easter vacation in Puyallup with
her sister-in-law Mrs. George
Mahoney.
George Mccormick was among
those from the University who
spent Easter week in the country
Miss Fannie Marshall has been
on the sick list the last few days
but is fine again now.