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The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14

chambers of commerce indicate shortage of
822,905 houses in the smaller class of cities and
towns.
Compared with this, the larger cities need
319,528 houses. This MEANS it is stated, that
the expenditure in the next few years to relieve
the housing situation in the country will be over
one and half times as great in the smaller cities
as in their larger neighbors and that, great as
the shortage is in the larger Cities the chief de-
mand for housing construction will be in the
smaller cities for many years to come. The re-
ports indicate particular demand for apart
ment houses in the smaller cities.
1t is estimated that the dwelling shortage r
the United States is now ], 142,4 33
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
Building Activity Increases

A report just made public shows that con-
struction activity throughout the United States
in August was four per cent greater than in
August, 1920
Building contracts for last month in the CEN
trail west Comprising Indiana, Illinois, Iowa,
Michigan, Wisconsin, Missouri and portions Of
eastern Kansas and Nebraska) amounted to
S6O,245, 900, an increase of three per cent over
last July.
Included in the August total for that section
of the country were the following items !:
$17,148.000, or % per cent, for public works and
utilities; S14,261 OOO or "a per cent, for resden-
tial buildings; $9,78700O or 16 per cent, for
business buildings S9O16,000, Is per cent, for
educational buildings.
During the first eight months of this year
contracts awarded in the central west district
have amounted to S444, ,000 which is prac-
tically equal to the average for the first eight
months of each of the five preceding years.
During August the amount of contemplated
new work reported in that district amounted to
$82088, 900, bringing the total amount of work
reported this year up to $972,170,000, which is
more than double the amount of contracts
awarded in the same period.
Reports on construction activities indicate
that there is vastly greater amount of con.
struction needed by cities and towns having
populations of $4,000 or less than by the larger
cities.
Returns from a QUESTIONABLE sent to / ,00(
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
Dinner Stories

Bishop Bratton, at dinner in Jack
son, Michigan, was genially patronized
by a millionaire
Il never go to church." the million
aire said. Il guess you've noticed
that, bishop"
Yes, have noticed it." said Bishop
Bratton, gravely.
Il guess you wonder why l never go
to church, don't you?" the millionaire
pursued We'll, I'll tell you why,
bishop. There are so many hypocrites
there"
"Oh, don't let that keep you away
said Bishop Bratton, smiling There
is always room for one more"
An old colored nanny came in for
her monthly allowance. AS she could
not write, she made her mark. Previ
ously she had always made an X, but
| On this occasion she made a circle.
why. Linda, said the man in
| charge, why don't you make an X
as usual?"
! And Linda replied earnestly: why
| | done went and got married yesterday
and changed my name"
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
GAINS IN SOLID
FLESH REPORTED
Warning Issued at indianapolis to
All lndianians Who Are
"Under Weight.

MY husband gained 20 pounds and
increased my weight over % pounds
taking Pepgen," says Mrs. Henry E
Millikan, of lis East Raymond Street,
Indianapolis. When we started gain
ing weight we knew we were on the
road to health and we knew Pepgen
was a great medicine.
''In my own case the trouble was a
general run down system. l had been
in that condition for several months.
I kept losing weight and finally went
| down to ~ pounds. / felt tired and
worn out. Some days l could hardly
| drag myself around the house. Near
| ly every day / suffered from spells of
| dizziness. Everything seemed to be-
come black. I'd have to catch hold of
chair or anything to keep from fall
| ing. My appetite became very poor.
| also was nervous and couldn't sleep
| soundly.
"Pepgen brought wonderful results
I have splendid appetite now and
eat three big meals each day. The
tired, worn out feeling has disap-
peared. My system seems stronger
generally. Those spells of dizziness
| had before are all gone. I sleep
better than l have for years. l think
the best thing, however, is the way
| I've gained weight. In all, I've gained
over 25 pounds.
My husband was in about the same
| condition that I was. He felt tired
and worn out. His appetite was poor
and the food he ate did not taste right
Since taking Pepgen his weight has
increased from las pounds to 165. He
has a good appetite and enjoys his
meals"
Pepgen is a new system tonic which
is now being specially introduced at
Quigley's Drug Stores, Richmond; B
A. Carpenter Drug Store, Cambridge
City. and other leading drug stores in
| nearby towns .-Advertisement
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14

Academy, Coontz entered the Alas
kan service, where he remained for
six years, becoming proficient as a
pilot in those waters. 1t was in Alas
ka that he met the girl who in 1890
was to become his bride-Miss Au-
gusta Cohen, of Sitka
Admiral Coontz was executive officer
of the battleship Nebraska on the
voyage of the fleet around the world
in 1908; commandant of midshipmen,
U. S. Naval Academy, 1901; gov
ernor of Guam, 1928; commanding
officer of the Georgia, 1875, winning
first gunnery trophy; appointed COM
mander of the navy yard, Puget Sound
July 20, 1915.
Admiral Coontz won medals in the
Spanish-American war and in the Phil.
ippine instruction. He still makes
him home, while not on duty, al
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
TODAY'S TALK
ON HOLDING HANDS
BY George Matthew Adams, Author of "You Can" "Tas

meant, hest
o my definition say of most
usefu forces in life
When into with burning
brightly being
o happy
heard president a
contest that the things
A holding
hands. Sentimental you But how happy they look!
When the child is afraid a
fathers And confident
There something
have the best
particularly
know-Faher hold nv hand
little while.
l sleep
Hands made large of But of
their best shall always believe, is
able make love
to
ionally. The of happiness will be largest you!
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
GRATEFUL WOMEN

Gratitude and APPRECIATION I O r
health restored by that good old-fash-
toned root and herb medicine, Lydia
E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is
what prompts so many women from
all parts of the country to write to
the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co.,
of Lynn, Mass, the letters of praise
which we publish from time to time.
Women who have always had their
health cannot realize what it means
to others. many of whom have suffer
ed months and even years from such
ailments, and are now well and happy
through the use of this natural re-
storative, Lydia E. Pinkham's Vege,
table Advertisement
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
Answers toQuestions

tAny reader can get the answer to
any question by writing The Palladium
Information Bureau, Frederic J. Hask-
IN director, Washing ton, d. c. This Of
Ter applies strictly to information. The
bureau does not give advice on legal
medical and financial matters. 1t does
not attempt to settle domestic troubles
nor to undertake exhaustive research
on any subject. Write your question
plainly and briefly. Give full name and
address address fo and 1st enclose two cents in
are sent direct to the inquirer.)
O. What kind of an engine did the
ZR-2 have?-k. L. D.
A. The power plant Of the ZR-2 con-
sisted of six Sunbeam "Cossack' en-
gines of $50 horsepower each.
Q. Is mind reading, a fake or a
fact?-L. T. z.
A. Muscle reading. wrongly termed
mind reading, is often possible by
close attention. Every complete men
tai process expresses itself in move
ment. and while in many cases these
movements are involuntary. they give
an linking of the object or direction
of the agents thoughts.
@. Have there been any changes in
the game laws of the different states ?
r. o. L.
A. Forty-two states held regular leg
islative sessions in 1921 and all except
five of them revised their game laws
to some extent.
O. How do the diamonds lately
found in Arkansas compare in quality
with the South African diamonds >
w. a. G.
A. The geological survey says the
Arkansas diamonds and those OF
South Africa are about the same in
quality
@. What is the Greek equivalent
for Lord have mercy upon us,
which is used in church services? p
f. r.
A. The Greek translation for this
expression is "kyrie Eleison."
O. What foods will add iron TO the
blood?-J. G. r.
A. Foods rich in iron are: dried La
ma beans, dried navy beans, beef
steak, eggs, entire wheat grain. oat
meal, dried peas, prunes, ralsins anc
spinach.
Q. If a colored man went TO the
North Pole with Admiral Peary, what
was his name?-E. A. t.
A. One member of the Peary party
was Matthew A. Henson, a colorec
man.
O. What is meant by cousins-ger
man?-Q. z.
A. Cousins german are first cousins
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14

tpMIRAL COOEit reLary Hughes.
Robert E d ward CoontZ was born
at Hannibal Mo, June II, 1864. He
graduated from the Military Academy
at Annapolis in 1885: entered the
navy service as an ensign in 1887; be-
came a junior lieutenant in 1896, a
lieutenant in 1899, a lieutenant COM
mander in 1905. commander in 1903.
captain in 1912 and a rear admiral
n 1917
Shortly after leaving the Naval
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
REDUCE YOUR FAT
WITHOUT DIETING

Years ago the formula for fat re-
duction was "diet"-"exercise. To
day it is take Marmola Prescription
Tablets" Friends tell friends-doc-
tors tell their patients, until thou
sands know and use this convenient
harmless method. They eat what they
like, live as they like, and still lose
their two, three or four pounds OF fat
a week. Simple, effective, harmless
| Marmola Prescription Tablets are sold
by all druggists large case for one
dollar. Or if you prefer you may
write direct to the Marmola Company,
! 1912 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Mich
/ Advertisement.
! If it's easier to phone your Want
/ Adj wp'ra willing Phone oS21
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
Memories Of Old Days
In This Paper Ten Years
Ago Today

The twenty-fifth annual reunion of
the veterans of the thirty-sixth Infan-
try was held in the Wayne circuit
rooms. More than 100 survivors of
the regiment which was commanded
in the great civil conflict by Col. Will
liam Groce, deceased, of Newcastle,
were expected to attend.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
Who's Who In the
Day S News

Admiral Robert E. Coontz, the most
famous living son OF Hannibal, Mo-,
now that Mark Twain is dead, is
slated to play an important part in the
on limitation of armament
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14

DIT " dSuIIIS lOu lllS
fall, according to a
dispatch from t h e
national C a p it a |.
The di S p a t C h
states that Admiral
Coontz, who at the
present is chief of
naval operations, is
almost sure to be
appointed a mem
Der of the advisory
commission which
w i'll supplement
the dele cation tc
be headed by Sec.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
WHAT is A RETIRED WHOEVER?

Tiger" beside his wife in a $4,000
mausoleum, is being sought by a
wealthy retired widower of 634 Madi
son avenue-Story in \. Y. Times.
Report says 524 automobiles were
stolen in New York in August, but it
is not stated how many were returned
by dissatisfied thieves.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
ANOTHER SAD CASE.

Ad in Boothbay Register:
$500 reward for information lead
ing to the apprehension of the party
who upset BIZ Bailey's popcorn cart
the night of August 10. Apply to Bill
Bailey.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
Good Evening
BY ROY K. MoULToN

There is a dispute on among Egyp-
tologists whether Cleopatra was a
good-looker or a fright. But, at any
rate, she fooled Caesar and Anthony,
two hard birds to bluff.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14

Ney York suburban theater adver-
tises: "One lady free with every fifty
! cent ticket" But one of these free
ladies becomes rather expensive in
time
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14

! The first monarch TO lose his head
| during a political crisis was Charles |
/ of England.
! If all the automobiles manufactured
in the United States in 1919 were set
on the Atlantic they would sink.
| If a hen laid an egg every day she
would in the course of a year lay
| SOS eggs.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
FACTS NOT WORTH KNOWING.

The greatest cause of divorce in
this country is marriage.
The best way to keep a fountain pen
from leaking is to keep no ink in it.
The first thing to turn yellow in
September is the straw hat.
A sure cure for headache is a half
pound of arsenic and a glass of
prussic acid.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14

If it's easier to phone your Want
Ad, we're willing. Phone 1884.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14
Wonder What Man Making Out Income Tax Check Thinks About

WONDER HOW LONG Tvs
INCOME TAX IS CONS To-
keep UP -? 1T connsS
MIGHTY ToUGH TAeSe. DAYS
uneJ IT'S HARD ENOUGH 10
PAI TIE MoNIHlx BtIls =
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1921-09-14

WELL WELL WELL HERE IT
IS TINE To SEND T-G OLD
GOvGRNktehJT ANOTHER BIC
cAEcK. THANK GOoDNG SIS
HAVE ENOUGH IN IAG
BANK, To Pax TT
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21
Senate REC0NvENES TODAY TO DISCUSS
TAX REVISION AND GERMANY S. TREATY
AND MANY OTHER PERPLExING PROBLEMS
TempesI likely Over Peace PaCt-PreSdent Expected To
Force Through Railroad Funding MeasUr0-Tariff Bill
May Lie Dormant, 1t Is Believed.

even with reservations, disagreed,
as usual, with the "Reseryationists"
and construed the terms of the new
treaty as a fiat rejection of the
League Of Nations by the present
Administration, despite any quail
flying clauses it may contain.
There will probably be much de-
bate before the German-American
treaty is ratified, and another Lea
que OF Nations tempest may result
but it was generally predicted to-
day that the desire of the President
for its early ratification will pre-
vail with most Senators. Once peace
with Germany is ratified the ratif-
cation of the treaties also made
with Austria and Hungary is eX-
peoted to be comparatively simple.
Tax Boost Necessary
The demand for readjustment Of
the countrys tax burdens is on5
that the Republican leaders amour
ced their intention Of reminding the
Senate of continuously until the
tax bill Is finally passed. The Ad-
ministration hopes that by rigid
economy Congress viii be able in
the next year to recover to the
Treasury so large a sum that the
aggregate taxation may be reduced
TO 100000 Appropriation for
the current fiscal year are expect
ed, however, to fatal $4,250, 100000
Secretary Mellon is of the opinion
that between 1000 100000 and So
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21
FOR
THOS. LINTON

A delightful surprise party was
given Monday night by Mr. and Mrs.
Jack Rutherford, at their home on
West Stephen street, in honor of
the 69th anniversary of the birth
OF her father, Mr.. Thomas Linton.
The guest of honor had left the
house on an automobile trip and 50
guests assembled in his absence, the
dining room table decorated and
heavily laden with a nrofusion Of
good things to eat, with large
birthday cake, adorned with So can
dies as the cneter piece. Conse-
quentIv Mr.. Linton was more than
surprised when he returned home to
discover all of these preparations
and the presence of so many friends
and relatives who had assembled to
pay him the high honors that fol
lowed. The occasion was greatly
enjoyed by all present.
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21
Z INNER It's



charge. is a gross violation of thu
constitutional rights of private
property and private individuals.
Tariff Bill On Table
Senator Sterling (R0, of South
Dakota. in charge Of the bill, is. on
The other hand, determined 70 force
vote on the conference report
which, he predicts, win result in it's
adoption Some OF his opponents
express confidence, however. in the
ability to block a vote Indefinitely.
With the tax and the railrc d
bills almost certain to engage the
larger part Of the Senate's atten.
ton during the next month or two
to the exclusion Of almost all other
legislation. the chances OF final &C
ton on the Anti-Beer bill are ad.
mitted by Senate leaders TO be ex.
ceedingly slim.
While the Senate IS wrestling
with taxation and the railroads, the
tariff bill and the administration
measure to give the secretary of
the treasury blanket authority -
handle the S1100O,00e,09o foreign
Indebtedness to the United States
are REGARDED as certain to continue
in their resting place on the Sena.
torial shelf. II is not believed a tar
if bill will be enacted finally until
we'll into next year. The question
Of the foreign Indebtedness is ex.
pected to be held over until after
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21
ERACrIlREs RlEs.

Mrs. David Newkirk, of near Lit
tie Georgetown, fell down the stairs
at her home Tuesday, fracturing sew
eral ribs. She was carrying her
small grandchild in her arms at the
time and the baby escaped unhuft.
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21
IMP ROVE STRAND.

Contractors Entler and Nudge
lave made great improvements at
the Strand Theatre, The interior
has been repapered and the exterior
nainted.
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21
INDOOR JPoG75-

T24lNG 70 N0Nlc OF 5omdHule
LtG4H roc 4ooG poor Sex
gr0nAAcH rs ne RO5Ff
Hcpo VpAln=R BuTTy ~
3uGGE3nNG- R,cH DISHES
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21
New Fashion Silks
ESPECIALLY FEATURING
GORGEOUS NEW DUYETYNS

These wonderful all-silk Duyetyns are in
the most brilliant of colorings; and as soft
and pliable as many palmer cloths, but, we
are especially proud of our large collec-
ton Of really gorgeous Silk Duvetyns in
the beautiful new shades.
And speaking of colors every woman will
want the inspiration that comes only from
the actual seeing Of the new marvellous
shades of Cabot red, the hennas, russets,
the browns and the heavenly blues.
Prices, of course are important too, for this
season these fabrics are offered at just
about one-half the price asked last season,
and that is at $500 the yard.
They are forty-two inches wide and lend
themselves admirably for rich new dress
es and trimmings
We ask you to especially note these fab
RIGS in our windows, while trip through
the store will disclose other silks for every
day needs, such as crepe de chimes, crepe
meteors, Cation crepes satins, the fashion
able weaves Of black silks, and many other
fabrics of interest.
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21

POTOMAC LIGHT AND
POWER COMPANY
123 West King Street.
Martinsburg journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1920-1977, 1921-09-21
Railroad Funding Bill Up

and unforeseen conditions must be
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-01-10
Or Juneau s
 Waterfromt

The steamer City of Seattle arrived at Juneau shortly before midnight Saturday night, and after dischargins 2 freight left the Pacific Steamship dock hefe- at 4 o'clock Sunday morn ing.
 Passengers arriving on the vessel were Vim. Edmonds, N. J. Beaudin, Archie Beaudin, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Beaudin, E. Beaudin, J. T. White. J. H. Davies, w. B. Stout.
 Those leaving for the South were: for Seattle-Mr and Mrs. A. H. Kuet- tner and son Teddy. Fred Henning, Mary l.. Connors, John Priest, E. Nc Adam, A. J. Erchern, MT and Mrs B. M Behrends, J. W. Guffey, H. L. Faulkner, F. Wackowitz, Lilly E Hawkins. For Ketchikan-L. M. Car rigan, Thomas Wiitanen, Ed Okanen Mir and Mrs. Sam Guyot, Herman Schilling, Charles w. Hawkeswerth F.. A. Currie. For Wrangell-Mrs. w A. Fries, J. w. Arneskett. Mrs. P. C. Mccormack, P. c. Mccormack, Jr. r. E, Gingrass,
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-01-10
JURORS CHOSEN !. FOR NEXT TERM ! y!
 . DISTRICT COURT
Grand and Petit Jufyinen Drawn Ordered to Report
 Here 10 A M. Feb. 2l. is.

Ir accord with an order entered on December IS, last, during the Ketehikan term of the U.! S. District Court, jurors, both grand and petit. were drawn this afternoon at 3 0 clock by Clerk of Court, J. W. Bell and H. R. Shepard, Jury Commisr sioncr. These jurors were serve for the special term of Court to conevene in Juneau on February 21, next being ordered to report at 10 A. M on that date.
 Those drawn to serve on the grand jury are: ..7
 H. c. Lockhart, Juneau; D. N. Boutwell,, Juneau; M. A. Rogers, Skagway; Stanley Norwicke, Ju- neau; Roy Rutherford, Juneau; William Fels, Thane; J. S. Young, Juneau; E. H. Sherman, Juneau: w. J. Manahan, Juneau; Peter Me- Closkey, Juneau; Bernard Hirst. Sitka; w. L. Gray, Juneau; w. j.. Harris, Juneau; Felix Gray, Thane; G. w. Kohlhepp, Juneau; Louis Erickson, Juneau; John G. Brady, Sitka; Oscar Selmar, skagway; D. B. Femmer, Juneau; M. H. Truesdale, Juneau; James Garner, Juneau; l.. D. Henderson, Juneau; Paul Peter son, Juneau.
 Petit jurors drawn are:
 Harry Jordan, l.. r. Morris, Julius Jaeger, M H. Sabin, James L. Mo- Closkey, Isaac Sowerby, Max A. Pitschman, Oscar Harri, John A. Davis, A. J. Ficken, George Oswell, George E. Coury, S. J. Oliver. T. P. Smith, P A. Anderson, Samuel Eel. don, A. Rundall, Oliver L. Anderson. J. F. Ross, T. H. Ashby and Andrew Dalgard, all of Juneau; A. E. Lilje- strand. w. G. Oliver, James Christoe of Douglas
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-01-10
ASKS FOR AN OIL
 LAND LEASE ON M
 ADMIRALTY ISLAND

An oil land leasing application was made today by John B. Marshall to Register Frank A. Boyle of the United States Land Office. MT. Mar shall's land consists of 2240 acres at Herrin Bay, on Admiralty Island. The lease covers an identical ap- plication MT. Marshall made. re- gently for coal lands. seepages,, indi- eating oil, have been found on. the property. .-....-t -s.s 4~
 Another oil leasing application was made by Paul Huhnhauser. of Glenwood, Wash, for 2560 acres of land located in the Cold Bay district.
 Two mineral land applications have been1 made by the Alaska Marble Company, consisting of five marble claims, on the north end Of Prince of Wales Island. .
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-01-10

If your real estate is sgood enough. to advertise" it is rood enough to attract c buyer-at . right price,
The Alaska daily empire., 1921-01-10
BOYLES SUED FOR MONEY
 ALLEGED DUE ON NOTES

Papers in a suit against Boyles Anchor Works were filed in the Dis trict Court today by Hellenthal & Hellenthal. attorneys for The First National Bank. of Juneau, for re- covery of $1750 alleged to be due the bank on money loaned the defend ants last June. Three different notes are alleged to be owing the bank. one for $500, second for $500 and the third for s450 together with a total interest to date of $98.72. Judgment is asked for $1S48.72 and costs and disbursements in the ac- tion. A writ of attachment cover ing certain property of the defend ants was issued