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The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12
SUBMARINES.
tcontlnued tEom. paEe ensl

ton Of Sir AncItlahd Geddes, Brit
aims ambassador here, have ar
ranged 10 sail for,homeyD December
81 on the steamer olgfdbic, feeling
that the main issueSsd or the confer
epco wilt have been ateposed Of
That time. 80
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

NEW YORK. Dec. IL. = Cotton
broke about $3.50 a bale at this higa
when the government esti.
mate of this years crop was made
pubic.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

A nice thing about freckles Is
you know they are real.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

subject appesrs to be keen here
and the indlcatfo1s are that .
large number OF miners win be
trained in the work.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Maybe the two parties starting
for the North Polo arc hunting a
place to practice on saxaphones.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

The man who figures figures
never lie doesn't figure on price
tags left on Christmas gifts.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Wonder how people who don't
like movies keep away from home?
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

staff Meetina-This afternoon u
b so. staff meeting was held in
the office of Ernest Bartlett, train
master in Fairmont. B. z. Holve"'
stptt, Grafton, superintendent, ~
the Monongah division, presided.
Anumber OF officials attended.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Love is easy to make, but hard
to keep.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Snow FIurrIes-It appears as II
The wenther may become colder
late today. Snow flurries fell dur.
ing the dny.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

.TUncIe MART OF Arkansas Is 103
and cutting new taeth, The first
IA0gYaarG. akn-
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

William Hart married the first
part Of this month. His wife must
call him BILL"
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

A good looking girl who ran cook
doesn't hayo to pick a career.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

tHospttal-Mrs. Harry B. Clark
Underwent an operation for appen.
9idtist this morning Mt Cook hos.
Dital. She stood the operation we'll
snddss6oing nicely at this time. Mrs.
CLARK was admitted to the hospital
lESsBj ePeninR
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Meet Tonisht-Mannington Pres.
bSterian church troop. Boy Scouts,
Will meet at 1880 tonight at tbs
church. Dale Hamilton. the scout
master, Will be in charge. Deputy
Commissioner Emmor Saundera
vii be present and address the boys
sh scout work.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

After Dempsey's vaudeville act
lots OF people want 10 fight him.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12
OBSERVATIONS

When We get a new year let's
take better care OF it than we did
of our cid one.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Congress will adjourn for Christ
mas. Wish every day was Christ
mas.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

A present in hand is worth two
in tn mail.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Ct an auto or b gotn by on.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

When We get 4 new year let
take better care OF it than we did
of u cid one
A present in hand is worth two
in tn mail.
Ct an auto or b gotn by on.
Some people can give until it
hurts without giving much.
-
William Hart married the first
part Of this month. His wife must
call him BILL"
After Dempsey's vaudeville act
lots OF people want 10 fight him.
Congress will adjourn for Christ
mas. Wish every day was Christ
mas.
Chewing gum keeps a lot of use
less things from boing said.
Men after my own heart" says
sister, as she looks at her pres
ents.
Undertaken s are not for the
Irish Free State.
Better come back than talk back,
A good looking girl who ran cook
doesn't hayc to pick a career.
Maybe the two parties starting
for the North Polo arc hunting a
place to practice on saxaphones.
Love Is easy to make, but hard
to keep.
Wonder how people who don't
like movies keep away from home?
The man who figures figures
never lie doesn't figure on price
left on Christmas gifts.
A nice thing about freckles Is
you know they are real.
In1.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Chewing gum keeps a lot Of use
less things from boing said.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Undertaken s are not for the
Irish Free State.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Some people can give until It
hurts without giving much.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12
Cloudy tonight;

Cloudy tonight;
tomorrow.
Local Readings.
5oIyard, OF,
Temperature n;
. Il. m. today, 81.
Weather ycster.
clear; TEN.
perature, maxi,
II: MINI.
So; precip!,
.ation. 80.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

MEN after my own heart says
sister, as she looks at her pres
ents.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Better come back than talk back.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Car Atierant Tewn-Mine rescue
esF 40 s, United States Bureuu
~ Mines, arrived at Grant Town
Gfom paAbta on Saturday and the
work n first aid and mine rescue
On IN earnest today, The
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

in the city-EIarry a. Uhles. OF
Huntington, deputy state councillor
lot the Junior Order Of tho United
american Mechanics, Is spending
iseycral days In the city looking aft.
thefinterests Of his organization.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-12

Marriage Lieenses-rhe follow.
ling marriage license was issued a.
the office OF Lee n. S~atterfield, Sat,
nrday: H. L. Wells, 81, divorced,
9et, and Nancy Jane Foyles, 4S,
widow Metz.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26
IOO96 May 3Oth
Legion Slogan;
Plan Big Day
Post % Assisting G.. A. r.
and 5. A. ". Y. in Honor
ing Heroic Dead.

Everybody out Memorial day,
South Bend Post so "a counted on
By the Grand Army Of the Republic
and the Spanish-American War vet
Grams 20 provide the bulk Of the liv-
Ing moving monument 20 Amer
lean PATRIOTISM IN the ceremonies
which will take place on May 80.
Mobilization OF the American
Legion will be by divisions. with
preference in the line OF march given
20 the ward which turns out the
largest number OF marchers. Head
inf the legion will be the new col
ors. presented by business mea
through Mai Fred /. Dennis at che
1rst May meeting. The Studebaker
aand OF 20 pieces Will provide the
music. Divisions will mobilize as
follows, at . p. m May 90.
First division-North PUMPKINS
station. Leeper park. Capt Kloc-
kow.
Second diwsion-Linden school.
linden and Birdsen SITS. Capt
Becker.
Third division - St Patrick s
church. Taylor and Wayne SITS,
Capt CeIide.
Fourth division-Howard park,
capt. Strom.
Fifth division-Chambe Of Com
nerce. Cart. Mikesch.
Sixth division-Polish post Of the
American Legion, Z. 3. hall.
Seventh Elder school.
Michigan and Elder SITS. Capt. Nc
quarry
The officers and executive COM
nittee will meet at the Chamber or
Commerce. Five long and five
short blasts will be sounded BY the
1orth pumping station whistle al ?
5'clock as a signal Of organize ton.
In time 10 reach the Chamber Of
Commerce at 2:45. divisions viii
proceed in a column OF squads to
Colfax av.. near Lafayette blvd
They viii report strength TO the ex-
ecutive committeeman in charge.
The colored post OF the American
Legion Will march with Post so,
under command Of A. L. Haynes.
post commander.
Uniforms are urged, but not re-
CURED. All veterans of the World
war are invited 10 march with the
legion Insignia is discouraged un-
less sewed 10 the uniform. sam
Brown belts are not uniform i'm this
country Reserve corps officers are
20 use their own judgment about
insignia. A war department order
requires full uniform for all cere-
monies but IL is understood from n
national convention report that this
does not apply 10 Memorial day
celebrations.
All veterans are urged to wear
the red poppy I'm memory Of the
comrades who still lie I'm France.
The legion ceremony i'm honor Of
these departed comrades Will be
held just Trior 10 the marching of
IN the parade to the ceremony.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26
Big Meeting of
Post so To Be
Held Tonight
Final Plans for Memorial
Day Up-Will Go to
Blackstone.

One Of the most important meet
ings in the American Legion year
will be held tonight at 8 o'clock at
the Chamber Of Commerce. Follow
ing the meeting. the post will march
in a body. with the auxiliary and
guests TO the Blackstone theater, TO
witness a production OF It's spring
frolic.
This is disabled soldiers week,
as well as Memorial week. leading
up TO the day which for years has
been commemorated to the soldier
dead Of the United States. Tonight.
arrangements will be made to extend
a personal invitation 10 every World
War veterans TO march with the Le-
gion May so.
Plan Summer Meetings.
Beginning in June. Legion meet
ings Will be held but once month
through June. July and August.
pending action on behalf OF the
post. Plans are to open the fall
program with a great barbecue and
to hold a picnic some time during
the summer at one of the parks here
or at some lake near by. The Le
gion will also assist with the July
4th hike of the boy scouts
Legionnaires will be asked TO act
as special police and ushers at the
Greb- Virgins contest at Springbrook
park Saturday afternoon. Greb viii
no doubt appear before the post to-
night.
Urge Members Out.
Arrangements for Memorial day
will be completed. and plans made
10 bring the disabled veterans In
from Healthwin..
Every member of Post No. so will
be urged TO turn out Monday. May
30. as a duty 10 his organization, and
in respect TO those who gave their
lives during the World War
Members are urged to speed the
filling out and signing Of cards
mailed them early this week.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26
PERSONALS.

Comrade ]. E. Brown sure can
cali those numbers.
We are pleased 10 have Comrade
Garnet Clay with US.
George Dools promises to be o
real live wire.
Comrade Lucky, we are still meet
ing at 1877 y. Birdsen Street.
We will soon have Comrade Pep
per with us-that's what we need
more pep.
Lands O. libbin'-Dr. Love was at
the special meeting Wednesday
night and seemed to enjoy it. Why
not come to Post meeting sometime.
Doctor.
Comrade Eugene Lang was on the
job with mis- X. P's-Charles Haw-
kins. Arthur Johnson, Ernest King
and Lucius Maxim
Can you tell US why Comrades
Herman Chavis and Wallace Nit
chen stay so close to the East Side?
The post would like to see the
Brown brothers out TO our meet
ings
Our chaplain was near the post
hall Sunday, but not on meeting
night
Taps are now sounding at 1880
for these boys. Comrades Ullis. Nc
inney. Wilson, Wright. Bibbs and
Archer.
Every colored eX-service man vet
Grams of the World war and mem
bers-are requested TO turn out
Decoration day with Robert John
son Post No. 309. Meet at 127 y.
Birdsell st. May 30 at p. m.
And don't forget our dance May
so at K. p hall, 210 Y. Main ST
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26
ELOF d. ERICKSON

Erickson has been everywhere do
ing everything. As a veritable sup
ply sergeant. he has dug up uni
forms, costumes, insignia, tacks.
nails and last but far from least
winsOme lasSies for the tableauN.
Dewitt is p songster and a clever
entertainer. His efforts in behalf Of
the frclic. both in rehearsals and in
the sale OF tickets is meaning a lot
10 the success which is assured for
this first annual spring-time affair,
WHICH like "Humoresque. laughs
TO hide its tears and cries to hide its
laughter
There's fun a-plenty and pathos
too. in this Memorial week event
which Post so is presenting in addi-
ton 10 the Blackstone bill for only
S. cents. including war tax. Lew
Swans craftsman's hand has done
lot in a mighty short space OF time
to give 20 South Bend a real enter
tainment, in which the best that is
in unusually good men Is brought
forth with a bang.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

OFFICERS OF SOUTH BEND
POST, NO. 90,
THE AMERICAN LEGION.
COMMANDER
A R. Macdonald
SIS J. VI. S. Bldg South Bend
VICE COMMANDER
Joe Cunningham
Robertson Bros. South Bend
ADJUTANT
Stuart Elbel
11s W. Colfax Az. South Bend
TREASURER
George Ford
Farmers Trust CO. South Bend
ASST. TREASURER
Arthur Hunter
Y. VI. c. 4. South Bend
INSURANCE OFFICER
Edwin F. Sommerer
Farmers Trust Bldg. South Bend
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
George W. Freyermuth
Roland Obenchain
p J. Roche
Russell Place
Otis S. Romine
Wilmer F. Award
HEADQUARTERS
Chamber OF Commerce
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

silk fabric in imitation OF seal
skin. or as it is sometimes called.
plush. is made from the silk fibre
OF the silk worm Itself. Tussur silk
IS taken from the uncultivated worm
or, IN other words. the worm which
might be characterized as living In
the wild. It IS claimed that textile
furs. used 30 extensively in women's
outer garments or cloaks. are really
fore heaHhful than furs. This is at
tributed 20 the fact that the woven
back OF the imitation fur permits Of
the circulation OF air, whereas, ami
nal furs. - hides OF which have
been tanned and the pores closed.
prevent its penetration and tend TO
cause perspiration. The danger OF
colds from this cause is said 10 be
considerably lessened when fabric
fur is used instead Of the real petit
Dry Goods Economist
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Walt Strang as one Of the pre-
mier end men says the Legion is
interfering a lot with the direct adj
vertising business. The Legion will
play hob with any kind Of advertis-
ing business.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Harvey Klockow as the general in
The Battle Of Blaaa" has several
fine opportunities behind a set of
pink whiskers. which Swan may
have borrowed from J. Ham Lewis
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

May so. 1959:-Carl F. Preu. one
OF the few survivors OF a slight al
tercaton the United states had with
someone who said troops couldn't be
transported across the ocean under
existing conditions and live 20 tell
about it. today read Lincoln's Get
tysburg address.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

These spring days make one think
Of cool vistas overlooking the Seine,
declares W. L. Hardy Of the eNecu-
tive committee. Yes. and of win
rouge" and vermuth cassise, n'st &c
pas. avec du pan Franchise ct f
romage ancient. If you know what
he means.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Robert Johnson Post No. 800 is
doing some fine work, and with a
hard organization battle on its
hands. Every Legionnaire should
endeavor 70 enlist the colored bud
dies in this post.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26
BITS OF SHRAPNEL
from
Robert johnson Post,
No. 800

BY THE p. \.
II We are 20 make a real post
OF old No sos we viii have 20 show
a different spirit from that shown
On the night of May Is. However.
all those present enjoyed the talk
by Commander A r. Macdonald
and Vice Commando Joe Cunning
ham OF Post So and il we follow
the little pointers suggested by
Commander Macdonald the post
should make great strides in in
creasing an active membership
Commander Haynes wishes 10
have IL Thoroughly understood that
the future OF our post depends en-
ti-eIy upon the efforts of its mem
bers as well as or its officers. So
II is OF vital Importance that every
members and friends of our post
see 20 IL that the name and address
OF every ex-service man in the COM
munity is turned I'm 70 the adjutant.
that he may be in a POSITION 10 have
every one Of those men enrolled in
our membership as soon as our Of
fensive gets under way.
We are quite sure all Of our mem
hers VIII be on hand at the Legion
T'roHc given BY Post No. so az the
blackstone theater. tonight and to-
morrow night.
Oh. YES. what about those old
O. Drs9 Get them out Of the cam
phor halls and wardrohes that you
may De in that Decoration day
parade Vow. we are not 20 be
outdone BIZ any organization IN
South Bend but we must have
your cooperation 60 make May S0th
q -a1a day Also for the memorial
service NJ s.. PauTs church on the
eeth. without uniform Meet az the
Chamber or Commerce at 10 a m.
AT World war veterans. whether
SOU are a I1egionnaire or not. meet
with us-It costs YOU nothing.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Otis 5. Romine delivers the me-
mortal day address at Bremen. State
headquarters depends on Post No.
so for a lot Of cooperation for this
district.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

New American restrictions on i'm
mi gration have dealt us a severe
blow. We must find other quarters
10 which TO send our emigrants-
Premier Giolitti. Italy.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

John Stuart Mil the famous
English philosopher. began 70 learn
Greek when he was three. and could
read Latin and Greek easily at
eight.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

John Dewitt, 4O2 y. Main st. and
Elof d. Erickson. 1114 y. Johnson
ST., are members of Post so. who
have been devoting time and energy
TO the success of the American Lee
gion spring Frolic, at the Blackstone
tonight and Friday. II was the
army and navy. as far as these two
are concerned. but today army and
navy are united in one cause-that
of the organization which stands for
perpetual service
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Goods made for export 70 China
should not bewrapped in white or
blue papers. for they are the
mourning colors OF the Chinese.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

But wait until you see the Ameri-
can Legion Girl IN the battle
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

At one time IN England beaver
hats were compulsory. and makers
were prohibited from using any 9TH
er material.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Deak Keltner is urged 10 give
particular attention 20 the selection
Of Wilbur Armstrong; tree. Get one
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Memorial Day is day upon
which you can give thanks YOU
haven't been a post officer the few
weeks preceding il.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Henry Harper is the new third
division skipper.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Wilmer Award has ressurected
the tennis things and challenges all
short winded gentlemen 10 sordid
combat
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26
buds, Whizban9s and H. E.
From the ST. Joe County Sector

many acts OF kindness. The Stude-
baker corporation has been behind
the frolic IS it was behind the Ma
rine band and the basketball tourna-
ment and every other activity pro-
posed by Post No. 80. The Legion
appreciates IL.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

George GoebeI has one Of those
voices you have 10 90 down 10 on an
elevator. and he knows just how 10
use it. Despite the rush Of business
at this season Of the year. George
has been batting a thousand.
Lew Swan ran across a new one
quite by accident the other day.
Gimme Home Again Blues in two
flats" he demanded of the veteran
music salesman, and then added, by
Mr.. Stillman."
TIE Clauer Jewelry Co, has been
named official Legion jewellers for
the 18th district. Comrade Leroy
Clauer ann unces. Pins. rings.
badges. etc, can be purchased there.
Frank Abbott Of Goshen, executive
committeeman for the 18th district.
looked over the post the latter pars
OF last week.
Jake Engle tells Of a colored
trooper who with another dusky
doughboy was tempting fortune with
the mules. Finally the opponent be-
gan making a series of lucky passes.
Look yere man" admonished the
luckless one" would you all mind
Fordin dem dice?"
'Wadda va mean Ford when il
comes 10 craps" querried the other
pausing.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

II you miss the frolic at the Black
stone, you're missing a real treat.
When Harold Metzler proposed IT as
the first undertaking Of his Commits
sion as post entertainment officer.
the ex. com. didn't think he could
find enough stars Of the footlights in
the organization willing 10 appear.
And now look at the darn thing
Thirty entertainers. all but two OF
whom are members of the post.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Most birds eat more than twice
their own weight Of food every day.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Shake. rattle and roll, brother;
shake. rattle and roll"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

France has a minister for physical
education and sport. and he has a
seat in the cabinet.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

some tribes in she Sahara desert
have slave farms
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Unlike most rspacious birds. os-
prcys are gregarious.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Flour sprinkled on burning oil
wig Immediately extinguish it.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

The ermine 81 the only weasel
which becomes white In winter.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Intense light from the sun In Per
ia IS the cause q much blindness
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Boy. page Stewart ElbeL
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

that doesn't require much water.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

The trackless trolley Is very pop
Glar with the natives OF Shanghai
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

A. r. Erskine has received so
many votes Of thanks on the part
Of the Legion there should be some
other way in which 10 recognize his
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

Cupid Collins. whose real name is
Paul Knox Collins. a fact which he
faces with stole mein. is a whizz as
interlOcutor for Lew Swans creation.
There was no difficulty getting this
four hundred pounds OF border mess
sergeant TO act, but Mgr. E. G. Berk-
son OF the Blackstone feared there
wouldn't be room for him on the
stage.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-05-26

We are quite sure all Of our mem
hers VIII be on hand al the Legion
TroHc given by Post No. 80 az the
Blackstone theater. tonight and to-
morrow -fcht