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Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Defamation HONOR
WON BY FRANKFORT
Frederick Whitney Carries Off
First Prize at State DecIa-
nation Contest at Dover.

Special Correspondence Of Every Evening
Dover April 15.-Duver Opera House
was crowded to capacity. last evening,
at the second annual State declama ton
contest Of the high schools Of Della
ware Representatives from all CON
testing schools were present. and prior
to the beginning Of the exercises. en-
livened the occasion with their several
school yells. Moving pictures were
shown by the opera House manage
ment giving a full evenings entertain
ment.
All Of the nine contestants. three
from each county. were seated on the
stage. and rectted their selections. with
out being announced. following in the
order they were arranged on tho plat
form. The selections and speakers were
as follows
Michael Strogor," Harold Riggs OF
Alexis /. du Pont School. New Castle
county.
The Raron's Last Banquet" J. Lynn
Pratt. Milford high school.
The Lie" Kathleen Roberts, Della
ware City high school.
"Emmett's Reply" Mildred Galloway.
Delmar high school.
The Bear Story" Carl Scull Csesar
Rodney high school. Wyoming.
Mark Anthony's Address" Frederick
Whitney. FrankfOrd high school.
a Grand Opera Gladys Gambriel
Middletown high school.
'Swore of" James Wiley Lewis
high school
Treasure Trove." Elizabeth Crosby
Dover high school.
The Winners.
The judges were DR.. W O. Syphcrd
Professor W. A. Wilkinson and Profess
sor G. L. Dutton. all OF the University
Of Delaware. Newark. DR.. Sypherd was
selected by his colleagues to announce
the decision. After referring TO the
speakers. their mannerisms. etc. ne an
nounced the successful contestants as
follows
First prize. four War Savings Stamps.
to Frederick Whitney Of Frankford
high school.
Second prize. two War Saving Stamps.
Miss Elizabeth Crosby. Dover high
school.
Third prize. one War Saving Stamp.
Miss Kathleen Roberts, Delaware City
high school.
In addition to the prize won by
Frederick Whitney of Frankford, he also
wins an honor prize for his school.
as was the case last year. when the
first prize was won by Miss Helen
Scott of Selbyville. II is a bronze shield
with a proper inscription as to the State
defamation contest and the winner
The contestant winning first prize IS
barred from entering any future CON
test. but the other two can enter the
race next year If they desire.
Practically all of the schools OF the
State have declamations as part Of their
regular courses.
The schools that entered the con
test this year were: Dover. Seaford.
Georgetown. Lewis. A. I. du Pont,
Bridgeville. Middletown. Delmar. Har-
rington. Greenwood. Cesar Rodney. Sell
byville. Laurel Delaware City, Smyrna,
FELTON, and Frankford.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
NEW OFFICERS INSTALLED.
81. Johns Commandery. X. r.. VIII Take
Philadelphia Trip.

81 Johns Cornnandery. No I. Knight
Templar. Installed the newly elected
officers NJ a conclave in the asylum
Masonic Temple. Thursday night. The
Sir Knghs we're in full uniform. The
officers arc Sir William j Highfeld, com
nander. Sir Samuel IT. Baynard Jr.,
generaliesirno. Sir Charles J Speel. cap
tam general. Sir John H Squires, senior
warden. SIR Cornelius r. Beatty, junior
warden SIR West r Iamborn, Jr, warden
SIR David II McAvoy. standard bearer
Sir John + krauEs. sword bearer, Sirs
John GiIpin Highfeld, David d King,Jr !,
and William II Spear. guards: Sirs G G.
McFlfatrick, VI O. LaMotte and II WI
Bentley. surgeons
A trip - Philadelphia viii be taken in
the near future. when the Commandery
and ladies viii be guests II X r. Sir
Thomas Il Patton. grand commander
of Pennsylvania. 4 committee Of twelve
has been named by Mr. Patton % escort
the local members Their entertainment
will include luncheon, automobile and
boat trips
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16

a portico across the front OF tho main
building and giving the colonial touch
10 the entrance.
This gives corridor with ante
room and office on ono side, and con-
sultinE room and operating room OPP
positc. An etherzing room. laboratory.
drug dispensing room. stcrili2ing room.
and doctors shower. dressing room and
toilet adjoin conveniently. bedrooms
with six beds, nurses rooms. diet
kitchen. stairs and elevator complete
the layout Of this floor.
ON the second floor Is found tho mn
ternity ward with four beds. children'E
room. diet kitchen and sterilizing room.
nine bed rooms. and an isolation ward
for contagious cases.
The institution will rank ms n 30 bed
hospital and will be completely equipped
on that basis with the latest acces-
sorics The ambulance entrance will he
at the rear of the main building.
Tho basement win accommodate the
x-ray and Photographic dark rooms.
storage and boiler rooms. helps dining
room. Kitchen and laundry.
The plan provides for expansion when
this shall be necessary, although the
present needs are thought To he amply
provided for by the present additions.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
ACT REPEAL
BILL BEFORE HOUSE
Maryland Representative VIII
Press Anti-Dry enforcement
Measure for Early Passage.

Washington, April f6.- The promisel
biz 10 repeal the Voistesd Prohibition
law was offered in the House late Thurs
day by Representative John Philip Hill,
of Maryland n was referred ~ the
House Committee on the Judiciary
In nm accompanying statement, Rep
reeentative Hill said the wiping out ~
the national prohibition law would leave
prohibition enforcement where 10 should
be-with the sovereign States. He di-
reoted attention % the fact that The city
of Baltimore, which voted wet whcn 10
had the opportunity. should have Tho
privilege of such local option regardless
of the sentiment Of the counties in tho
State Of MARYLAND This was cited
merely as mn example of the nncroach-
ment of the prohibition law on the police
rights of the States and personal liberty
The Hill repeal bill II measure of
only a few words, providing that The
act ~ October ~, 1919. "otherwise
designated lyy its short title az the Nation
nj Prohibition act be. and The gsrne is,
hereby repealed
Representative Hill expects consider
able support Of his bill from members
from the large cities auch a. New York
Boston, Philadelphia Chicago and -
Louis. he will seek an early hea ring
before the Judiciary Committee on tho
measure. Mr. Hill said he appreciated
IL would be impossible NJ this time n
vitiate the prohibition amendment b The
Constitution, but q repeal of the enforce
mcnt law, he suggested would result In
q compromise situation and would ~
least do away with the "farcicai eva
sion which exists today.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
DEATHS.

LIvSEY In this city on April Il. 1927.
Joseph LivSey.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend
tho funeral from his late residence. 1921
West Fourth street, on Monday morning.
ApriI Is at Q O'clock High mass at ST
Thomas X G Church at 80. Interu1eut
~ New Cathedral cemetery.
McaLFER-ln this city on April IS 1921
Mary widow of Peter McAlepr
Relatives and friends are invited to attend
the funeral from her late residence. 1913 East
Firth street. on Tuesday morning at q
o'clock. Requiem mass at st. Mary 5
Church. Intcrment Cathedral cemetery.
MEGGINSoN-On April "a. 1921. Charles.
husband Of Mary A. Negginson. in his
Relatives. friends and members OF Rose
Hnl range are invited to attend the
funeral services at his late residence Rose
Hin on Sunday afternoon. April ~ al ,
q CLOCK Interment at st. James p T.
cemetery. stanton. Del
yINCFNT-At 525 North Union stree,
Wilmington Del on April IA lQ2I
Bertha Ratledge. wife OF Robert Vincenf
and daughter of late James p RatIedgp
and Gcorgeanna Taylor, aged 80 wears
Relatives. friends. also st John Chapter
No. . q. T.. :, and Dow : Lodge No 8
ID q q. r. Of Wilmington Del are IN
yited 70 attend the funeral from her late
residence 525 North Union street on Tues
DAY April ls at l o clock. Services AZ
Christiana Presbyterian Church at , al
o CLOCK Interment at adjoining cemetery
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
IN ME MORA VI.

IN loving remembrance OF Mrs Margaret
SimpkinS who entered into rest one wear
ago TODAY Npril Ia 1920
Tho home without her j. empty
And her place can never he filled :.
And W q give all tho world FOR inst one
sound
or her voice. that forever is stilled
Husband son and Daughter.
IN loving remembrance of nv sisttN Mrs
Margaret J SimpkiuS who departed this
life April i6 1920.
Missed by her Sister. Sallie
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
GLAZED KID CAMPAIGN
week OF JUNE 6 TO Il
Letters Sent to Retail Shoe Deal
ers of City Asking Their
Cooperation.

Retail shoe dealers OF the city have
been reminded OF the Glazed Kid Week
campaign 10 be held June to IL. David
Snellcnhurg chairman of the general
committee for advancing the sale of
glazed kid shoes made in Wilmington.
has sent letters to all dealers asking
them 10 cooperate in the drive. The
letter reads:
We have now agreed on the pub
licity features Of the campaign. and will
have everything In readiness for keep
ing the people Of Wilmington acquaint-
ed with the splendid wearing qualities
of glazed kid made up in shoes of style
and comfort. \ committee has been
appointed To direct the campaign. repre-
senting the leather manufacturers. the
retailers and the workers. The letter
follows in part:
With all the publicity that we will
receive from now on. the shoe retailer
viii no doubt give immediate considera-
ton 20 getting in touch with his shoe
manufacturer or johber. making ar
ranEemcnts 10 have a comprehensive
stock OF shoes made of Wilmington
glazed kid on hand before Wilmington
Glazed hid Shoe Week is officially in
auguratCd.
I am informed the workers are al
ready making their preparations to in
sure action on the part of the labor
forces. who will cooperate with the
campaign by buying shoes made Of
Wilmington glazed kid during Glazed
hid shoe Week
The retailers naturally play n most
Important part in the campaign. Per
sonal attention 70 stocking popular
STYLES and lasts in Wilmington glazed
Md viii mean good business during
Glazed hid shoe Week and hereafter.
Hoping YOU will give consideration
20 placing your order for shoes made of
Wilmington glnzcd kid. and with best
wishes FOR the success of our cam
paign. l am. on behalf OF the commit
tee
Yours sincerely.
David SnellcnburC"
p S--T am also inCIosing copy OF
letter addressed 10 tho leather manu-
facturers for your information ID. S."
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
LICENSED TO WED.

Magistrate Lawrence J. Broman has
issued the following marriage licenses.
John D Kelly. Jr-. 1891 Delaware ave-
nue. and Florence J. Dillon. 1900 West
Third street; Nicholas J. Cantero. 1887
West Eighth street, and Pauline kink-
ley. S Klund street: Frank Oikowsld,
902 Chandler street. and Stella
Mioduszewaslti, 12S Oak street: Carl A.
Entrig. 42l Eighth avenue and Helen
c. McGrath. 62I South Van Buren street
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
VIII Get Safety Diplomas.

The graduates of the foreman safe
ty course OF the industrial committee of
the Delaware Safety Council, will re-
ceive diplomas on Monday evening in
the dining room of the New Castle
Leather Co. Seventy-two diplomas will
be awarded 80 of which are green
seal" given 10 those attending seven or
more meetings. the remainder gold
SEAL" given those who attended 10
meetings
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
GLAD She TRIED
CHASCO-VIN
Consulted Three Doctors without
Effects.

81 certainly feel fine now and owe
1t TO Chasco-vin- II Is truly a wonder
full medicine.
For a long time was badly run
down and had a mean cough. I tried
any number OF remedies and consulted
three different doctors, but without ef-
feet. At last I turned to Chasco-Vin
and the result was quick. because the
very first bottle did me so very much
good and relieved my cough. have now
taken two bottles OF Chasco-Vin and I
certainly feel fine. I cannot really
praise it enough for the good II did me
Mrs E. Jones. SAC Pearl street. Camden.
Y j.
The only Chasco-Vin agencies in
Wilmington are Eckerd's Cut Rate. sos
and I'll Market street. Millers Drug
Store. 406 Market street
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
PLAN FOR FIEI d DAY.
Accounting Department OF du POnt
Company Have M - May z.

Great interest is being manifested
among employees of the accounting de-
partment of the du Por- Company in
the field day to be held Icy the depart
ment on May at the du Pont coun-
try club. Arrangements a;-e now under
way for the meet.
Each division of the accounting de-
partment will participate m the various
events, and from the otls.oOk at this
time, it is to be 4 gala Day for the du
Pont employees. prize WI be awarded
the division scoring the highest num-
ber of points, and individual prizes will
be given. Prizes for the different events
are being donated by local merchants.
George v. Hastings il chairman of
the committee in charge of arrange
ments.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
PINE STREET BRIDGE.
Sixth and Ninth Ward Delegations
Want One for Pedestrians,

Sixth and Ninth Ward delegations
Will appear before the Levy Court next
Tuesday and petition for the erection
Of a pedestrian bridge over the Brandy
wine at Pine street
The General Assembly six years ago
authorized a bond issue OF 100000 for
such purpose
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
CONCERT At ST. PATI's.
Choir Assisted by Ceciiton Band and Y.
W. {. A. Mandolin Club.

concert which interested a large
number of young people waa given last
night in st PauIs VI. f. Church by the
Cecilton Band. the Y W. G A Mandolin
Club and the 81. Paul's choir
Tho out of town visitors were enter
tanned n an oyster supper hy tho
women ~ the church Twenty eight
members of Roy Scout Troop No. 46
were guests OF honor.
Rev. T r. Van Dyke. pastor uf the
Cecilton. Md. NJ. r. Church. who is
working TO make the church the com
munity center there, was also present
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Praises Them To His Friend DIS.

Backache is a symptom of weak or
disordered kidneys. Stiff and painful
joints. rheumatic aches, sore muscles,
puffiness under the eyes are others.
These symptoms indicate that the kid
neys and bladder need help to do the
work of filtering and casting out from
the system poisons and waste prod
ucts that cause trouble. Ben Richard
son. Wingrove. w. Va. writes: II will
praise Fole5 Kidney Pills because they
have helped men. B. Danforth. Adv.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Takes In New Dnties.

Victor A. Tori recently appointed
assistant manager of the Hotel du Pont,
has taken up his new duties Harry
Harkins who was selected TO succeed
Ernest S. Tate. as manager. is now on
a trip through the West. and will make
stops at Chicago and Detroit.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16

nierTie Renard). Vocal solo, "'The Laas
With the Delicate Air." DIR. Thomas
Lane. was sweetiy sung by Mrs. Alan
Parsons. Mrs. Granville fse Gates gave
a reading, Whispering BILL" A female
quartet sang "Po' Little Lam" and
as an encore. Two Flies"
Next Monday AFTERNOON the meeting
will be I'm charge Of Mrs. J. NJ. Collins.
An Hour with American Poetn."
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Y. NJ. G. A. BANQUET.
Second Annual "Industrlal- A flair Next
Friday Night

The Wilmington Young Mems Chris
tian Association will give its second
annual Industrial banquet next Friday
night in the gymnasium.
Mayor William g. Taylor will b.
toastmaster. and Walter NJ Wood gen
efal secretary OF the Philadelphia Y
NJ. c. a. and NJ s Plummer. warden
Of the New Castle County workhouse.
will be among the speakers Mr. Wood
will speak on Christianity as a Factor
in Industry and Mr.. Plummer on the
Young Mems Christian Associations
Part in the Honor system"
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
CITY TREASURER'S REPORT.

City Treasurer Charles NJ. Banks re-
ports that City Council has funds ag-
gregating $2185203.04, which include
$1S1, ,466.35 current account. S2s2.77
special account street paving tax. $26.-
520.69 special account bond sale, So
661.23 special account harbor improve
ment and 1912 special account fuel for
the poor.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Stomach
on Strike
20 OYears
EafOsrjC Settled Ill

"Eatonic is wonderful" says @.
w. Burton. "I had been q sufferer
from stomach trouble for 20 years
and now l am well"
Eatonic gets right after the cause
of stomach troubles by taking up and
carrying out the acidity and gases
and of course, when the cause is re-
moved, the sufferer gets well. If you
have sourness, belching, indigestion,
food repeating or any other stomach
trouble, take Eatonic tablets after
each meal and find relief. Big box
costs only tribe with your drug.
gist's guarantee
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Would Ban Muniti0n Shipments.

Washington. April 16.-Blanket pro-
hibition against the shipment of arms
and munitions to any country where
they might be used for revolutionary
purposes has been asked of Congress
by the State Department.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Auto Hits Mail Box.

An automobile produce truck bearing
license No 1879, collided with a mail
box while rounding the corner at Fifth
and Market streets shortly after 5
o'clock this morning. The front wheel
and right fender of the machine were
demolished
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Scholastic Year of Y. NJ. c. A

The scholastic year of the educatio
department of the Young Mems Chris
tia.n Association will end April 20. James
II Boal, educational secretary. has
started the consideration of plans for
next years work.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Let the Birds Do
Your HauIin6
Our Way % Handling
Baggage

insures II against 8rY or1.rar
Jury. No smashing = 3arr
lowed II gur iran fnv ~
Every eu0'ove rs'~ fe@
handle ever piece Vtt
care IS IL L acre DDS
Us If you are going a0ay
Just come hack and want
gage quickly
: al m to : IS m p
1S5.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
Read Page z.

Here is q chance to win a $500 prize.
Read the rules of the contest carefully.
ADV.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
!. IT. Kane Mentioned for Mayor.

James III. Kane has been proposed
for the Democratic nomination for
mayor. Mr.. Kane formerly was a hotel
proprietor. but now is engaged In the
real estate business.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16

Additional death notices, received too
late for thus column will be found on
Financial Page
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16

An al in Every Evening costing 3o'
sold an automobile worth 100 dollars
what more could you expect<-Adv.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
"Pain Killers
Killed

There IL no fonRer any ned - apply
EXTERNAL psin killers tbst burn. blister
snd stain a nevv preparation srnbo4ies
iodine, Plus = powerful peiu.reiieving
remedy
tisOl, this n9~s iodine invention pene-
trates the ekir and couqusrs body pains.
heads chss neuralgia. nruriti= rheumatic
tsvingsa Rub T-Ct into ths skin u
goes through the pores % The esu~@ 20
The trouble. snd acts on tho esuse
veil pain.
DO not confuse GeOg iodine ointment
with ordinary iodine. fI-OB cannot stain
sr blister the FnoHt tender skin
Whenever sprnin strain. bruis~. cnt.
= TO he treated. get quick relief With
iI.O1. Sold by druggists ia 5o-c=nt tubes.
Or sent postpaid BY The Hsiozsn L-bo-
rstory. Inc, IS William ST. New York
i O
El4lJJlU3k:llI
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
SHOES

are very expensive. You cannot AFFORD
20 have them butcherod To get u8o bfa'
results YOU should have uaqm mended ~
our expert w0rkuon with our feiiahif
fnatarialm Fine hand sewed work fnofr
lower. Don't forget price without plalI Z
10 10 good
Modern Shoe Repairing Go.
202 w est Ninth Street, Niiningion
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1921-04-16
YOURS sincerely

David SneIIcnburE.
p S-T am also inClosinE copy OF
letter addressed 10 tho leather manu-
faCturers for your information ID. s."
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1921-06-04
LOCAL CONVOCATION
MEETS OTHER PARISH

The Conyocation of Annapolis met
yesterday with ST. Adams Parish.
Glenburnie. Holy Communion was
celebrated by Bishop Murray, assisted
by Archdeacon E. T. Helfenstein AMI
DIR. Edward d. Johnson. The sermon
was preached by the Rev Dr. B. B.
Lovett. OF Baltimore. his subject be-
ing the Religious Education Of the
Child. An elaborate luncheon was
served in the Town Hall. followed BY
a number of after-dinner speeches.
A business meeting followed at
which matters pertaining to Religious
Education were discussed.
Rev. DR.. Edward ID. Johnson was
reelected Dean of the Convocation
Rev, Leon p vauthier was elected
Secretary. and Rev George r. Say
age, Treasurer.
A pilgrimage was then made TO the
site OF the old church at Marley. where
Tablet was unveiled with suitable
ceremonies conducted by the Bishop
and the Rev. Mr.. Savage.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1921-06-04
ANOTHER NEW ENSIGN
MARRIED YESTERDAY

Another naval wedding that follow
ed soon after the graduation cere-
monies at the Naval Academy on
Thursday, was that OF Miss Bessie b
London. daughter OF Charles London
and Ensign Cecil Faine. of Statesville
Ohio. Witnessed by only the rela-
tiyes and a few intimate friends of the
couple. the ceremony was performed
Thursday afternoon by the Rev. John
S. Sewers. pastor OF College Avenue
Baptist Church. at the church parson-
age. Following the wedding Ensign
and Mrs. Faine left for trip across
the continent to San Francisco, where
Ensign Fame will later rep6rt fol
duty. he having been assigned to a
ship of the Pacific Fleet. ''l
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1921-06-04
SUBORDINATES PRESENT
BENSON BUST OF SELF

A bronze bust OF Admiral Benson
Chairman of the Shipping Board, made
in Paris by the noted American sculp-
.or, Joe Davidson, was presented to
Admiral Benson Oh Thursday last.
The presentation was made in Ad-
miral Benson's Office by H. Laue, man
ager of the information bureau of the
shipping board.
A gold plate on the bust bears the
following inscription: To Rear Ad-
miral W. S. Benson, IT, S. Navy, re-
tired. Chairman of the U. S. Shipping
Board; presented by some Of his
many loyal friends and admirers oi
America"
The bus. was draped in shipping
board flag and brought into the ad-
miral's office. The presentation COM
mittee was comprised OF Commission
er Suter; the counsel for the Amer
ican Steamship Owners association
the general counsel for the shipping
board and the Emergency Fleet cor
poration; the assistant chairman oil
the shipping board; the secretary o
the shipping board, and II. Laue.
Evening capital and Maryland gazette. (Annapolis, Md.) 1910-1922, 1921-06-04
BIG DREADNAUGHT
TO VISIT BAL T|MORE

The plan to bring the dreadnaught
Maryland to waters of the upper Ches-
apeake Bay, with Baltimore as her
rendezvous. for public inspection by
people of the State has virtually been
approved by officials of the Navy De-
partment Tentative details have
been worked out by Captain Charles
F Preston. of the Navy. who is ma
tive of Baltimore, and will be placed
in command of the great sea fighter.
September will be the period of the
Maryland's visit.
Captain Preston has addressed the
following letter to United States Sena-
tor o. E. Weller. of Maryland.
The vessel is to have sea trials
about June 21 She will probably GO
into commission about July 10, when
she will be fitted out and obtain stores
at Norfolk
The Maryland will then probably
go to Guantanamo Bay for a shake
down of one month Upon her re.
turn the latter part of September she
can go to Baltimore | am looking
! forward with pleasure TO visiting my
native city in command of her"