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The Mena weekly star., 1921-06-09
FL DORADO SWEPT BY STORM.
Several Persons Injured and Much
 Property Damaged by Wind.

Fl Dorado June 4.-Several persons were injured and considerable prop erty damage resulted from heavy windstorna which swept Fl Dorado this afternoon. James Smith, an electri. clan, and J. W. Williams, carpenter who were working on a hotel building being erected on Jackson avenue, were the most seriously hurt. The wint practically demolished the building which was nearly completed. The los. was estimated at $5,000. Several oth CT buildings in the residence section O the town were damaged.
The Mena weekly star., 1921-06-09
UNITED STATES RECOGNITION
 IS VITAL TO MEAlOO
Gales Declares Conditions Will Not Be Relieved Until This Step
 Is Taken.

San Antonio, Tex, June 4.-Oonl~ menting on the critical economic sit nation existing in the state of Sonora, General Gales, Mexican minister of state, who has just returned to Mex ico City after an inspection of the mining districts, has issued state ment in which he is quoted as saying that conditions in Mexico will not be relieved until the present Mexican government is given official reeogni- ton of the United States.
 He also announced big irrigation project providing for the equalization of rivers in the districts of Altar.
 The rivers included in the general irrigation plan are the Yaqui, Sonora, Colorado, Mayo and Magdalena.
The Mena weekly star., 1921-06-09
FARMER IS ELECTROCUTED.
Missourian Come in Contact With
 Wire Heavily Charged.

Poplar Bluff, Mo, June l.-F. H. Book, rice planted living near here. was eleetrocuted late last night when he came in contact with wire car rying heavy voltage while repairing an electrically driven pump which fur nishes water for his farm.
The Mena weekly star., 1921-06-09
GERMANY MAKES PAYMENT
One Billion Marks Is in on Repara
 tions Agreement.

Paris, June 1.--Following the latest payment by the Berlin government on reparation account, the reparations commission formally announced today that Germany had fulfilled article V of the reparation agreement for the de- livery of the equivalent of one billion gold marks. In a communication to the Germans the commission exprest to them its satisfaction in seeing Ger. many already preparing to redeem the drafts and other securities making up the payment upon their maturity.
The Mena weekly star., 1921-06-09
PROHI BILL VETOED.
Wisconsin Governor Scores Activity
 of Anti-SaloOn League.

Madison, Wis, May 3l.-The Math- eson prohibition enforcement bill, the most drastic yet passed in Wiscon- sin, was vetoed this morning by Gov |efnor Blaine on the ground that it is indefinite and uncertain and in con fiict with the federal Volstead act"
 In his message to the assembly he at tackled the Anti-Saloon League lobby, which he said drew up the message, as "pernicious," and asked that a new en- forcement bill be passed which 'has no evidence of their handiwork."
The Mena weekly star., 1921-06-09
Iiabituai Constipation Cured in fl to Fl Days

sLAx-FOSsWTTH PEPSIN' is a specially prepared Syrup pTonic-Laxative for Habitua Constipation. l. relieves promptly but should be taken regularly for l4 to q days 70 Induce regular action It Stimulates and Ke9ua'es. Very Pleasant to Take. 60c per bottle.
The Mena weekly star., 1921-06-09
DENzEL CHESTER ACQUITTED.
Found Not Guilty of Killing Kansas
 City Society Girl Last October.

Kansas City, June 4.-Denzel Ches- ter was acquitted by a jury here this afternoon of the murder of Miss Florence Barton, Kansas City society girl who was shot to death by a sup- posed highwayman the night of Octo- her 2, last, while riding in a motor car near the city with Howard Winter, her fiance.
The Mena weekly star., 1921-06-09
Colds Cause Grip and Influenza

LAXATIVE PROMO oUININE Tablets renov. the cause There h only one 'Bromo ouinine ' t- ". GkOVES signature on box. SOc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-15
Muslin Underwear
 S1.08

This lot of underwear consists of teddies, gowns and petti- coats. Also a line of white sateen double panel skirts in the medium and extra sizes. These garments are made of the best materials and are val ued up to 9S.50. Special for Monday, each 1l.eS.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
ENJOY DELIGHTFUL TRIP.

Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Krewson, Mr..
and Mrs. Howard Krewson, Miss Mao
mi Krewson, Miss Kathrine Weist and
Master Earl Krewson visited Shamok-
in, Pa, ON Saturday, returning Sunday
evening. They enjoyed the beautiful
mountain scenery, climbing huge
mountains taking owe an hour each
way, visited coal mines which were a
wonderful sight, found plenty of snow;
also visited Mt. Carmel. The trolleys
are very small, four small wheels,
which made the a sway from side to
side and added to the merriment of
the party. The conductor was in uni
form, consisting of high shoes, dark
blue overalls with bib. Mr.. John Blake
and son Edward were with the party.
Upon arriving home all voted it a very
pleasant trip viewing natures wonder
full scenery, which will never be for
gotten.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
LARGE AUDIENCE ENJOYS
1.-THE FRIENDLY STARS

A large and enthusiastic audience
greeted John S. Weaver, Vice-Presi-
dent of the Board of Education, on
Friday evening to hear the first of his
series of five lectures on "The Friend
ly Stars"
Previous to the lecture some good
music was given by the High School
Orchestra and some clever readings
given by Mrs. Franklin e. Smith. Two
dozen note books and lead pencils
were on sale. The note books were
generously donated by Parker T. Har-
ris and the pencils by Mrs. C. w.
Blake.
Every penny or dollar spent for
these lectures will help some Pleas
antville kiddie to be happy next sum-
the center of the town.
Among the members of this Friend
ly Star Club are:
Supt. and Mrs. VIM. C. Sullivan, Rev. and
Mrs. T. NJ. Simanton, Mrs. Charles w. Blake,
Mrs. Stewart McShea, Miss Laura Farrell,
Mr.. and Mrs. Howard Mcconnell, Mr.. and
Mrs. Charles NJ. Chattle, Rev. and Mrs. H.
Frank Parker. Mrs. Emma Mcconnell, Mrs.
John B. Smith, Mrs. Harry Boice, Mrs. John
S. Weaver. Miss Mida C. Blake. Miss Isabelle
X. Elliott, NJ. Tilman Johnson, Miss Sara
Van Glider, Joseph Howard, Humphrey Scull,
Miss Doris Channel, Miss Mary Yates, Miss
Ida Stephenson, Mrs. Henrietta steelman,
pelle. Mrs. J. G. Thomas, Mr.. and Mrs. Chas.
w. Ingersoll, Mr., and Mrs. H. Swenson,
Mrs. VIM. Shamrock. Miss Mary Johnson,
Miss Eleanor Gonoyer, Mrs, Franklin r, p.
Jams, Harry Dilks, Ward Weaver. Arthur
Holt, Irwin Holt.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
BANKERS ENJOY BANQUET
AT COUNTY GAME PRESERVE

The directors, employees and offic-
ers conducting the annual election of
the Pleasantville Trust Co. dined at
the Atlantic County Game Preserve
on Thursday evening as the guests of
Vice-President Samuel Ireland. A tur-
key dinner with all the fixins prepared
and served in elaborate style was thor
oughly enjoyed. The trip was made
by motor. Blue rock shooting, games,
music and singing were enjoyed be-
fore and after the dinner. Pop
Drinkwater was unanimously voted
the Beau Brummel" of the party, be-
ing the only one decorated with a
boutonniere. Much rivalry over the
attention of the ladies was evidenced
between Abe Anderson, Somers Adams
and Web Price and the boys were una
BILE to decide who had won out. There
were present; Messrs. Samuel Ireland,
John p. Ashmead, Somers J. Adams,
Abram j. Anderson, Charles |. Burk-
ard, George A. Elvins, Philip G.. Han
mum. d. S. LeCompte, d. l.. Mathews,
Japhet Price, Lewis r. Smith, Bertram
E. Whitman, Robert M. Willis, Japhet
Garwood, Jr, George r. Manning, T.
H. Obert, Webster Price, Thomas G.
Drinkwater and Raymond G. Ireland.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
UNION LODGE, NO. 213, HOLDS
ANNIVERSARY BANQUET

Union Lodge, No. 213, I. o. o. F., did
themselves proud in their thirty-third
anniversary celebration Thursday eve
ming. The occasion was unprecendent-
ed in the annals of the lodge. After a
very pleasing program, an elaborate
banquet was spread before the Grand
officers, Rebekah lodge, friends, officers
and members to the number of about
three hundred. The following pro-
gram was rendered:
Short History of Lodge-Harry w.
Helfrich, Jr., Noble Grand.
Tenor Solo-Bro. James Way.
Piano Solo-Miss. Ruth Daley.
Selection-Bro. Ed. R. Taylor.
Solo-Mr. Geiger.
Comments-Grand Master Burton A.
Gaskill.
Vaudeville Comedy-Riley and King.
Solo-Bro. Ernest w. Sooy.
Monologue-Bro. VIM. Enderlin.
Solo-Mr. Wallace Mathis.
Dance Novelty-Mr. Geiger.
Address-Senator Vim. H. Bright.
Union Lodge has again awakened
from its lethargy and is preparing to
do things in its old time manner A
progressive set of officers is now on the
job and applications for membership
are being received in a most satisfac-
tory manner. Next Thursday night
six candidates will be given the second
degree. Some session is promised.
All members come out.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
MISSIONARY SOCIETIES DISCUSS
1.-THE UNFINISHED TASK"

The Home and Foreign Missionary
Society of the Presbyterian Church
met at the home of Mrs. Samuel Ire
lane on Wednesday afternoon. Tween
ty-one members were present. Mrs.
Simanton spoke of the conditions ex-
listing in India, also read an article on
1.-THE Unfinished Task" Mrs. Sarah
N. McClelland gave an interesting talk
of her visit to the General Presbyter-
ian Assembly, and the 50th anniver-
sary of the Woman's Home and For
eign Missionary Society. The ladies
will give a Missionary Tea and enter
tainment in the Church Chapel in
April, the date to be decided later.
The next Missionary meeting will be
held in the Chapel on Thursday,
March II.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
MORE INTEREST MANIFESTED
IN SCHOOLS BY PARENTS

That more and more interest is be-
ing manifested by the parents is clear
ly seer by the number that have been
visiting the Pl%easantville schools dur
ing the past week. The attendance
of parents at the evening session held
in the High School this year was more
than twice as great as that of last
year and parents and patrons are
f1ocking into the grades trying to as
certain what is being done for their
children. This is a healthy condition
and we hope that it may be continued.
When the pupils of the schools feel
that the teachers are having the coop
GRAFTON of their parents in work of this
kind, it acts as an incentive for great
er endeavor on the part of the former.
Parents by these visits discover not
only the quality of the work done but
the conditions under which teachers
and pupils are laboring. Proper school
facilities can be best brought about in
this way for there is no parent but
that wants his or her child to have
that which rightly belongs to him or
her. This will have a tendency to
crystalize the sentiment for more room
so that no one teacher will be COMPEL
ed to handle fifty pupils, and the low
err grades will not be placed on part
time.
After the night session at the High
School on'Tuesday. the Parent-Teach-
ers' Association under the direction of
Mrs. Thoms, held a very interesting
meeting. REGULATIONS and solos were
given by pupils and teachers. Talks
were given by the principal, superin-
tendent and parents.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
MR.. WEkVER's SECOND LECTURE
THIS FRIDAY NIGHT.

Our local merchant, j. S. Weaver,
will give the second lecture of the
series on 1.-THE Friendly Stars" this
Friday evening, Feb. IS, to be preceded
by an entertainment by pupils of
School No. 2, during which time the
orchestra will favor. All parents are
urged to be present and bring chill
dren. This movement of the Parent
Teachers Association is entirely for
their benefit and the lectures are edu-
cational to all. Season tickets, Use for
the four remaining lectures, single
tickets 25c, grammar school students
15c. The numbers to be given by the
pupils will be:
Glass song-We Meet Again Tonight.
Recitation-Unfaetful Louise Fisher.
Wand Drill.
Recitation-sittin' Around, Gertrude Mac
Donough.
Duet-selected, Winifred Weller and Gla-
dys Mathis.
Quartet-Selected, Misses Weller and Ma
this, Paul Randall, William Probst.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
UNANIMOUS INVITATION FOR
REV. J. L. SURTEES' RETURN
Official Board of Wesley Church Ad-
vocate Abolition of District Supt.

At the Fourth Quarterly Conference
of Wesley NJ. E. Church, Friday night
of last week, presided over by District
Superintendent Alexander Corson, a
representative body of the Official
Board voted unanimously to invite the
present pastor, Rev. J. L. Surtees, to
return for another year. The minis
trations Of Rev. Surtees during the
past year have been most satisfactory
to his congregation, and the unanimous
invitation for his return was confident
ly expected. He breaches the pure,
unadulterated gospel, and his strong
fort is that he consistently practices
what he breaches. b
The superintendent had to leave on
the 900 train for his home and the
session was continued as an Official
Board session after his departure. A
matter that elected lively discussion
was brought up, namely, as to whether
the office of District Superintendent
is now a necessity for the welfare of
the church. The overhead expenses
have been increasing to such an extent
that they are becoming burdensome,
especially to smaller congregations,
and it was with the idea of reducing
some OF tnlS expense, CONSIDERED Dy
many to be unnecessary. that a mo-
ton was unanimously carried to ad-
vocate the abolition of the above of
fee. 1t was also announced that the
annual salaries of the Bishops were
to be increased from $4,000 to $4,000.
This brought forth another protest and
District Steward Charles d. Thomp-
son was instructed to voice the senti-
ments of the Board at the next Dis
trict Stewards meeting, as being
s~trenuously opposed to any increase
in the present financial administration
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
MISSIONARY SOCIETY MEETS.

The Woman's Foreign Missionary
Auxiliary of Mt. Pleasant Church met
Thursday afternoon, Feb. 10, at the
home of Mrs. Hires, 80 Reading Ave,
with 9 members present. A very in
teresting meeting was held. s new
members were added to the list, max
ing a total of % new members since
last September. At the close of the
business session a very interesting
lesson on Missionary Work was given
by Mrs. Pettet, which all enjoyed very
much. Present We're: President Mrs.
e. Adams, Mrs. Pettet, Mrs. Quinn,
Mrs. Gravel, Mrs. Chas. F. Adams.
Mrs. Connolly, Mrs. Hires. Mrs. OFT,
Mrs. w. R. Adams. The hostess serv-
ed dainty refreshments The March
meeting will be held at the home of
Mrs. w. r. Adams. Reading Ave.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
REPUBLICAN CLUB BANQUET
NEXT FRIDAY EVENING

The stage is all set for what promis-
es to be one of the incest affairs ever
pulled off On the mainland-the annual
banquet of the Mainland Republican
Club. This will be the first affair of
the kind on the mainland, and proba-
bly, in the county, at which the ladies
are to be present. The committee in
charge have used every effort to as
sure a pleasing evening to all who at
tend. They have secured a first-class
orchestra to provide music for dane
ing Immediately following the spread.
Indications point to more than two
hundred being present. Nearly that
amount of tickets have been disposed
of in Pleasantville alone, and with
the various municipalities represented
in the club membership yet to be heard
from, it is a pretty safe bet that the
affair will draw a capacity crowd. If
you have not yet secured your tickets,
get in touch with some member of the
committee at once, before it is too
late, as only a limited number remain
to be disposed of.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
REVEALS AT ST. JOHNS
CHURCH VERY SuCCESSEu

The revival services being held in
st. Johns NJ. p. Church by Miss Kath-
ryn Roth are drawing great crowds
and meeting with good ucces With
the close of Thursday nights service
SO adults and IA children over 10 years
of age have professed conversion.
Deep conviction has settled in the
hearts of many others and still greater
results are being looked for before
the campaign closes on Sunday night.
The Pastor, Rev. w. l. Shoemaker,
believes in striking while the iron is
hot, and receives into church mem
bership every night any of the new
converts who wish to join. Miss Roth
will conduct a series of services in
Plainield after leaving Pleasantville.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
JUNIOR ORDER NOTES.

Excelsior Council, No. 231, Jr. o. U
A. NJ, will attend the district meeting
at Linwood this Friday, Feb. Is.
Will also go to Tuckerton on Feb
81, leave lodge room not later thar
GAS p. m.
On Sunday evening, Feb. 20, the
Council will attend Mt. Pleasant M. +
Church. Meet at Lodge room at Z o.
clock. :.
A large attendance is desired at al
these events.
CLARENCE DAUGHERTY, R. s..
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
VALENTINE PARTY ON
BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY.

Miss Beatrice Leah Wilson ~celebrat-
ed her ninth birthday anniversary last
Saturday afternoon by giving a Valen-
tine-Birthday Party to her friends and
schoolmates. Decorations suitable for
the occasion were in evidence. The
children played games and enjoyed the
usual good time attendant Upon such
occasions. Those present we're: Miss
es Frances Boice, Hilda Orlando, Flea
nor Gilkey, Emma Thoms, Joice Mac
Leod, Elizabeth VanSant, Grace Kirk
bride, Sara Bowker, Agnes buddy,
Edna Carlson, Mrs. Mary Knapp. Mrs.
Charles Chattle, Miss Ida VonNeida,
Mrs. Arthur Cannon, Oscar Wilson,
Robert Woolston and Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles o. Wilson.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
P~ledSuntpille j. s..
Field Foul Foul
Goals. Goal. Tries. 2
Pdulsboro II. s.
Field Foul Foul

Time: 20 min. halves Referee: Miller
(Rutgers).
For the second time this season P.
H. S. defeated Hammonton H. S., her
old rivals, in a basketball game in the
H. S. gym Wednesday afternoon, by
the score of 26-11. The first half was
practically a draw, for H. S. held only
a one-point lead, Is, at the close of
the period. AS in Hammonton two
weeks ago., P. H. S. again swept Ham
monitor H. S. off her feet in the second
period. P. H. S. shot nine field goals
during the second half, while H. H. S..
was able to land only one goal from
the floor. Lavigna and Clark scored
the majority of points for P. H. S.,
while Imhoff was high scorer for Ham
monitor H. s..
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
rs.
HdnnOnton II. S.
Field Foul Foul
Goals. Goals. Tries. Points.

Time: 20 min. halves Referee: Miller
(Rutgers).
P. H. S.. lost a hard fought basket
ball game to Salem H. S. at Salem,
Thursday afternoon, by the score of
19-11. Salem H. S. led at half time,
9-5. P. H. S. was able to score only
one field goal during the entire game,
the rest of her points being scored on
fouls. Salem H. S. netted five double
deckers and nine fouls. P. H. S. will
try to even the score Mar. 8, when the
Salem H. S. boys will make their ap-
pearance in Pleasantville.
PledSdntUiHe II. S.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19

An Appeal to the American People

THREE and one-half million children in Eastern and Central Europe
= have n alternative to disaster between now and next harvest e
cept American aid. For months these lost helpless sufferers in the
OF al have been admitted to American feedingstations only If
uagicaly undernourished, and have received American medical aid only
II desperately threatened by death from disease.
One 8 ent hot American meal today has saved a thousand lives
Winter is closing down. The money of many nations Is valueless out
side their W boundaries. Economic and cop conditions make famine,
With Its terrible train of diseases a certain visitor Until ext harvest. Inev.
tably the helpless children will suffer most No child cal grow to health
and sanity OF the ptful makeshfts TO. food with which millions If Euro
pean adults us content themselves this winter. It is obvious that the
remedy car com only from outside.
America saved 100000 European children winter before last Nor
nal regeneration ut the need nearly in half last year, but unusual condi
uons ave resulted in scant shIfnkage of child restitution during the
twelvemonth just past. The response of America must decide whether
IN January from nor than 1900 asyIums, hospitals. clinics and feeding.
stations dependent o. American support There would be n tra aged IN
nstory 81 sweeping Or o destructive of those who can deserve n o evil
The undersigned organizations. working among every race and creed.
mny engaged also In other forms OF relief, agree unanimously that the
phght or these helpless children should have complete priority in over
seas charity untit the situation is met This is q n issue without noutics
and without religious lines. There a be no danger of pauperizatton.
TOT NE SA5OOOWo for child food, and the S10OOOOOo tor medical service
Of course must be an unqualified gift, but for every American dollar used
In chidfeeding, tn governments and communities aided furnish two dol
llas In the form of transportation, rent, labor, clerical help. cash contri.
buttons and such food supplies $ are locally obtainable.
America has not failed n the past in great heartednes. sbo hos
never had a more poignant call than this Contributions should he tnrned
ou " he 'o" mHhtte which are being formed for this national
collection, or sent to Franklin K Lane. Treasurer, Guaranty Ernst 90
New York City
EUROPEAN RELIEF COUNCIL
0"Ar"~" Franklin x. lans Treasurer
AT Is R, s%5 6ss %s@ BY Ff is zne s2%sp py Of GsSe9 h R ct Christ
Am nsTfsna r fsaa%" Service. Committee Fan FahartS !" s u@p~emm Knight G2 James A
Chairman '"" natonai COMMITTEES A00"S'm inter-
by Felix M Warburg. Chs.ma National Board :" ~"t
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
I. 8.
Field Foul Fo
SUItW IT. ..
Field Foul Foul

Time: 20 min. halves Referee Pancost.
The Juniors came from behind and
defeated the Seniors in a class league
game Wednesday afternoon, 1915.
The Seniors held a comfortable lead at
the close of the first half, 15-7, but
failed to tally a single point in the
second half. The Freshmen easily de-
feated the Sophomores in their game,
29-13, leading at half time 16-7.
As a result of the Freshmen's victory
and the Seniors defeat, the Freshmen
hold u~ndisputed possession of first
place.
The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1921-02-19
p. n. S. WINS AND LOSES
IN BASKETBALL CONTESTS
Paulsboro and Hammonton Fall Vic.
tins and Salem Turns Tables.

P. H. S. easily defeated Paulsboro
H. S. Saturday evening by the decis-
i've score of 29-12. AS P. H. S. held
a comfortable lead at the close of the
first half, 19-7, the reserves were sent
in and held the visitors in check for
the balance of the game. Lavigna,
Smith and Clark Gagged 10 field goals,
while Moss landed two double-deckers
for the visitors.