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The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08

Kansas City is soon to have mu-
nicipal airport as result Of the in
terest in aviation aroused by the re-
cent successful air meet, held in con-
nection with the American Legion
convention. Action is now being taken
by q committee Of members Of the
Flying Club Of Kansas City to find q
suitable field.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08

Ex-service men Of the World War
who want to be first, second or third
class U. s. postmasters are to be Civ
en- five percent advance on their
civil service ratings and credit for
time spent in service. President Hard
ing's executive order putting the pro-
vision into effect was recently prom
ulgated at the instance of the Amer
ican Legion.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08

Fifteen cents buys meal for needy
ex-service men and families at the
American Legion restaurant, Toledo.
The menu includes steak or chop, po-
tatoes, bread, butter and coffee. The
difference between the cost of the
food and the price at the counter is
made up by employed Leaionnaires.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08

Receipts from the entertainments
given by posts Of the American Le-
gion or it's Auxiliary are not taxable
under the new revenue law passed by
the extra session Of the 9th Con-
gress. Such receipts, even when the
proceeds Of the entertainments were
given for charitable purposes, were
taxable under the entertainment tax
of the old revenue law.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08
|DR. {. +. LADD'S
WEEKLY LETTER
Washington, D. c. Dec. 2, 1921.
Some Side Lights

FEDERAL TAXES. The Internal
Revenue Bureau collected $4,595, ,000,-
765.4 for the fiscal year ending June
30, 1921 as compared with $5,407,-
58O,251.18 for the fiscal year ending
June 80, 1920, decrease Of Is per-
cent in income. This was collected at
a cost of $40,203,716.74 or approxi-
mately 81 cents for every $1OO collect
ed. Some of the amount received were
as follows: 49,. - z.
Federal Income for fiscal year 1921.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08

Three French war brides confronted
Marshal Foch when the American Le-
gion Special stopped in st, Maries,
Idaho. They were crying.
1--WE love America, but OIL how we
are lonesome for France" they sob
bed.
"Never forget France" Foeh re-
piled, "but you must love your new
home and honor your husbands"
But the Marshal had to blow his
nose hard.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08

Training allowances for sick and
wounded ex-service men will not be
reduced twenty per cent, according to
G. r. Forbes, director Of the Veterans
Bureau, who has informed the Amer
lean Legion that this move never has
been considered.
Ninety per cent Of the 100000 dis
abled men now being trained receive
500 a month. ID. .-,.-
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08

The examination of Boy Scouts in
Minneapolis has been entrusted to
members Of the Raoul Lufberry post
Of the American Legion. A board ap-
pointed by the post will have charge
of the examinations in sixty subjects
and will make recommendations as to
the awarding of merit badges.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1921-12-08

The high school graduate with the
best athletic record in Elkhorn, Wis,
will receive annually an American
Legion medal, gift of the local Legion
post. @
The Washington times., 1921-11-05
MILWAUKEE, MOTORCYCLE
POLICE ARE ON THE JOB

MILWAUKEE,, Wis. Nov. A.
While the motorcycle police force OF
this city demonstrated it's efficiency
in more ways than one long ago, Sun
day, October 23rd, 1t proved its com.
potency beyond all doubt. On that
day, the force made the largest catch
of speeders ever made in a single day
in the city's history. Thirty.six trans
gressors of the law were bagged, und
on Monday morning all thirty-six de-
PENDANTS paid s1,042.76 to the Clerk Of
the Court. One motorcycle policeman
alone captured twelve of the thirty
six speeders, at one time bagging two
simultaneously. Police are warning
motorists that traffic rules with be
strictly enforced. Twenty.three mo-
torcycle policemen are on the force
at the present time.
The Washington times., 1921-11-05

|MOTOR>j.
| DIGEST |
Automotive Activities Through
y out the World.


The worlds record for an automo-
bile travelling one mile is A seconds
AS the result OF the high cost OF
gasoline abroad, European countries
lead In light car construction.
London is said to be the best regu-
lated city in Europe from traffic
standpoint and Paris is the worst.
All police and fire department motor
vehicles in Chicago, ILL.,, are to be
equipped with wireless telephone In
struments.
The track width OF English-made
automobiles varies from AZ to So
inches, and the wheelbase from so to
$50 inches.
Gasoline consumption in this coun-
try during the month OF August to-
tailed SOB ,513,463 gallons, breaking all
records.
There are l91 motor vehicles in the
Bahama Islands, of which 1876 are
automobiles. 40 trucks, and seven
! motorcycles.
The cities Of Boston, Chicago. and
| Philadelphia boast OF their wonderful
park systems through which motor
lists enter and leave.
Thirty thousand and forty-six auto
mobiles were stolen last year in 2S
index" cities Of the country. Recov-
cries totaled 2l,273.
There are l3 new makes Of passen-
ger automobiles listed for exhibition
for the first time in motor shows
| throughout the country.
| The newest German.made model of
passenger automobiles is along air
plane lines, and is said to reduce ali
| resistance to a minimum.
Because OF the high cost of service
| in public garages in Philadelphia, Pa.
1 community garages are being erected
in residential districts.
A soft feather mask has been de
/ signed and invented to protect faces
OF automobile race drivers from flying
| dirt or splinters from wooden tracks.
There are over 8 1000, 900 automobile.
and trucks in this country to NEE
any available emergency in delivering
| passengers and food products.
In 1919, the last year for which
| figures are available, more than 500
600 900 worth of road machinery wa
manufactured in the United States 70.
highway construction.
In Great Britain. a regular passen
ger motor service is in service from
London to Glasgow and Edinburgl
The trip, covering two days, costs s25
which includes hotel bills.
An automobile exhibition is planned
in Calcutta, India, from December Is
| to "a. The display will include auto
mobiles, trucks, motorcycles. tractors
trailers, and a full line OF accessories
Because street noise interferes witt
the health of persons who must worh
with the brains, highway engineers II
New York are planning payement.
that will assure a maximum quietess.
The Washington times., 1921-11-05
CROOK MoToRcYcLlsT
WcTlMZEs sPEEDERs

A motorcycle rider. posing as n
police officer. when recently operat.
ing In Racine county. Illinois, was
found 70 stop passing motorists and
charge them with violation OF the
traffic laws.
He accepted bash bail OF vary
Ing amounts. and when the offend
ing motorists would appear In court
TO answer charges against them. they
found that no charges had ever been
made. and that they had been the
victim OF a sw1ndler.
The Washington times., 1921-11-05
AUTOS MUST NOT WEAR
CERTAIN SHADES or REC

After January 4. lszz, private
vehicles in Chicago may not be paint
ed with the same shade OF red used
by the fire department, The city
council passed an ordinance TO that
effect under the State law giving II
authority 10 expedite the work of the
police and fire departments.
II was explained that traffic police,
men have given the right OF way to
private vehicles under the mistaken
belief that they were going To a fire
The Washington times., 1921-11-05
STATE POLICE PUNCH
aUToSTs' SPEED CARDS

In Pennsyivania, automooiie Ia"
violators. when stopped by State po
lice hereafter. must present their
registration cards for punching. A
first offense will mean a first punch
hole. In one corner OF the card
hole will indicate the autoist has
exceeded the speed limit. In another
that lights were faulty. while another
spot, II punched. win mean truck
driver had his machine overloaded.
A second offense will mean arrest
The Washington times., 1921-11-05
Something About Springs.

Properly adjusted, well fabricated
springs will mean longer life to tires
and to the entire car, while cracked
or neglected springs will cause rapid
deteriorating of engine, body and
tires. One of the best methods of oil
ing is to dismantle the springs and
apply graphite grease. First remove
all the rust with an emery cloth.
Another method is to lift the body
of the car on jacks and open the
springs with a chisel inserted between
each leaf, squirting oil and grease in
freely.
The Washington times., 1921-11-05
WILL USE AMERICAN MOTOR
CYCLES TO FIGHT MooRS

D0Fns ths w0Fi4 SGE, nl0eofc S'cl -
proved 80 incaluable that the spanish
government is now turning 20 them 10
help out In the present difnculty II
Is having with the hoors. JUST re-
Gently several large rush orders for
both motorcycles and sidecar chassis
were received by the Harley Day Yidbon
Motor Company. one OF the largest
motorcycle manufacturers In the coun-
try. This is the first time since the
The Washington times., 1921-11-05
Precautions Against skidding.

before venturing out In slippery
streets with a car. the engine should
be in smooth running order; the clutch
should disengsge easily and freely. and
engage without sudden grabbing.
The Washington times., 1921-11-05
Cause of Overheatinp.

II the engine shows too great a ten.
dency to overhead, the radiator Is prob.
ably clogged and should be cleaned out
thoroughly with hot water and wash.
ing soda.
The Washington times., 1921-11-05

late war that motorcycles have beSa
purchased for military purposes. cad
proves that the reputation ~
earned at~that time FOR dependahh-
ity and efficiency mas not been forgot
ten.
The Washington times., 1921-11-05

Employ the brakes gradually when
coasting TO a stop. 1t saves consid-
cradle wear on tires.
The Washington times., 1921-11-05

1t is a wise motorist who knows his
own automobile after some mechanic
gets through overhauling II.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
WATCH MEETING TO BE
REAL SESSION OF PRAYER

in answer TO a cali for all Christ
lans to unite in prayer for world
wide revival as the old year goes. and
the new year comes, Rev. Silas John
son, president of the Ministerial as
ISOLATION here in Americus, has an
bounced that all who will pray to
please meet in the lecture room of
the Contra, Baptist church Saturday
evening at 9<o'clock and remain if
possible to 1880 a. M Rev. Fl. T..
Brookshire viii have charge of the
first hour which viii be devotional
and pleadings for individual ones.
Rev. Silas Johnson will lead in behalf
of the local churches, towns and cit
les and the last hour will led by Rev
F. ?. Anderson for a world wido
revival
Ali the hours will be interspersed
with songs, scripture readings and
testimonies. Those who cannot stay
the whole time are free to come and
90 and those Svho are detained at
home and canoGt come, are asked TO
unite in prayer wherever they are.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
rank P. Anderson, Pastor.

Frank P. Anderson, Pastor.
Sabbath school 9g45 a. m. Help
make the attendance for the New
Year 100.
Worship and communion II a. nj.
Sermon by pastor.
Christian Endeavor els p. m.
Preaching z T. m. Subject "The
Mighty Helper or a study of the
gospel according to Mark.
The pastor greatly appreciated the
kindness of the church in allowing
him to be with his parents in Green
vile on last Sabbath. This favor
with a most acceptable purse from the
membership helped to make his
Christmas a very happy occasion.
AS Sunday is New Years and also
communion Sunday there is twofold
reason for all who are able to be
present at the morning worship. The
ones absent thru necessity will be
especially remembered as we gath
er around our Lords table.
Visitors in the city are invited to
worship with us, Everybody will
find a welcome.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH.
Carl ". Minor, D. D., Pastor.

Iafl w, MINOR, IL. ID, Pastor.
$3.50 a. m. Bible school, 7. Fur.
low Gatewood, Superintendent. The
past was great year in our school
We want every officer, teacher anc
pupil present to make thi sa better
one.
II a. IN. worship, "What Will We
DO With 1927 This will be a spe-
cial sermon for the New Year and all
members are urged to be present.
6:15, p. m. B. Y. P. L., Raymond
Parsons, President. Let's start the
New Year with-renewed zeal and de-
termination.
Z p. m. worship. Subject, "Men
indispensable to God" This sermon
especially for the men of Americas.
All cordially invited.
7 p. m. Thursday, prayer, praise
and Bible study and monthly business
meeting.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
MISS FISHERS WEDDING
PLANS OF INTEREST.

Americas friends of Rev. and Mrs.
Guyton Fisher will be interested in
the wedding plans of their sister,
Miss Maud Bacon Fishar, who is
spending the holidays with them at
their home on Church street,
Miss Fisher, who has been engag-
ed in Red Gross and government work
in France for the past three years,
returned to tho States recently, and
was guest in the home of her sister
in New York City before coming to
Americas this week Since her re-
turn she has been engaged in gov
eminent work as official Interpreter
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
CHURCHES
!1ESENs
LEE ST, METHODIST CHURCH
Silas johnson, Pastor.

Silas johnson, Pastor.
Preaching at II a. N. and Z p.
m. by the pastor. Subject fer the
morning hour: Getting the most
out of the New Year evening
Signs that never fail"
Sunday school meets at 9:45 a. M,
T. NJ. Furlow, Superintendent
Missionary program and offering
in the Sunday school.
Epworth Leagues will meet in their
respective places at 6 p. M All young
people and children invited.
Sacrament of the Lords Supper at
the conclusion of the morning ser
mon.
Good music for the day.
Strangers and visitors are welcome
10 all these SERVICES All members
of tire congregatiM are urged to be
present at the morning hour of wor-
ship.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31

in NeA York, and has also concluded
her work as Red Cross representa-
tive.
While abroad in France Miss Fisher
was engaged in hospital work, and
there met Major S. A. Sprague, spec
iaI army surgeon and x-ray specialist,
where their daily work of relieving
suffering brought them in close com
panionship. There the friendship
ripened into a deeper love, the pref
ty romance eliminating in an en-
gagement which will be consummated
in Americas on Tuesday, January
10th.
The wedding will be solemnized in
the First Methodist church here at
u o'clock noon, with Rev. Guyton
Fisher, only brother of the bride
elect, officiating at the ceremony.
Miss Fisher came from France and
to Americas for the purpose of hav-
ing DR., Fisher receive her vows.
The nuptials will be attended by no
formality, and friends and members
Of the congregation are cordially in
vited to be present. The bride-elect
will be costumed in an informal GO
ing-away suit with accessories to
match, and Immediately following the
ceremony they will leave on the Cen
trail of Georgia train for Atlanta and
Washington, where Major Sprague is
engaged in hospital research work in
connection with his afhny duties.
Although Miss Fisher has been in
Americas only short time, she has
made number of friends who are
CHARMED with her personality and
sweetness of manner, evincing mach
interest in her wedding plans.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
PAYING For THE HOME.

Cup to two years ago my money
all went to doctors and medicine for
my stomach trouble. l was constant
ly filled with gas and no medicine
helped me permanently until tried
"a bottle of Mayr's Wonderful Rem
edy at' that time with excellent re-
SUITS. Now | am using my money in
paying fN home" 1t is a simple,
harmless preparation that removes
the catarrhal mucous from the intesti-
nal tract and allays the inflammation
which causes practically all stomach,
liver and intestinal ailments, includ-
ing appendicitis. One>dose will con-
vince or money refunded. For sale
by Howell's Pharmacy and druggists
everywhere (adv)
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
Soc I
woMAN's CLUB MEETING
POSTPONED.

The regular meeting Of the Wo-
mans club, as well as the executive
board meeting, which was to have
been held Wednesday Of next week,
has been postponed until further am
nouncement because of the number
of club members out of the city on
holiday visits.
With many plans already under
advisement for the year 1922, the
resumption of the meetings is being
anticipated with keen interest by the
membership and friends of the or
ganization. The year Just closed, be-
ing most successful one from every
standpoint, with many accomplish
ments, greater hopes are entertained
that the new year viii widen the
field of usefulness for the club and
its Membership.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
LYNCHIljGS FALL
OFF TUOIN YEAR
Georgia AIsd Mississippi Lead
List With Is Each, Says Asso-
cation Statement

NEW YORK, Dec 31- SiXty-three.
persons were lynched in the United
States this year compared with 90
last year. said. q statement by the As
ISOLATION for the Advancement Of Coil
ored people To-Day. Il attributed
thirteen lynchings each to Georgia
and Mississippi six to Texas and Ar
kansas, five each to Florida, Louis
lana and South Carolina; four to
North Carolina, two to Alabama and
one each to Tennessee, Missouri and
Virginia.
Nineteen were attributed to al
legged assaults on women.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
FIRST CHURCH CHRIST,
SCIENTIST.

viii hold their Sunday morning
and Wednesday evening services at
the Carnegie library auditorium dur
ing the month of January, 1922. The
reading room work will be located at
115 w. Church street, while their
new home is being built.
Services Sunday morning II
o'clock. Subject, God Golden text
Psalms 50;1-2, "The mighty God,
even the Lord, hath spoken, and call
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
m, by Il. 7. Brookshire.

p. m, by ii. /. BrookshTe.
Morning subject: Our Supreme
Gift to Cod" evening subject: Gods
Universal Demand" The Lords
Supper administered at morning serv-
ice.
Senior ard Junior B. 7. P. U. 6
p. m, Herman Howard and William
Dykes, Presidents.
w. NJ Society week of prayer ev-
cry day throughout the week, begin
ming Monday at 3 p. m.
Mid-week prayer service Wednes-
day, Z p. M.
Bible school officers and teachers
meeting Thursday, Z p. m.
All members of the church; gel
your new envelopes for the year 1922
at the close of the service, in the real
of the building.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31

ed the earth from the rising of tho
sun unto the going down thereof
Out of Zion the perfection of beauty
God hath shined."
Wednesday evening meeting 1870
Reading rooms open daily from q
a. m. until II non except on Sun
day and legal holidays. The public
is cordially invited to attend the
services and visit the reading rooms.
LULA HAY, Clerk,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
SETTLEMENT POSTPONED.

ROME, Dec. 31.-(By Associated
Press.)-At the instance of the min
listers of industry and the treasury,
the King today signed decree post
poning until January 4th, December
settlement, which Was to have occur
red today on all Italian bourses.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
FIRST METHODIST CHURCH
GuYton Fisher, Pastor.

Preaching by the pastor at II a.
m. and z p. m. Morning hour, sub
ject: <'Thc Place Where Thou
Standest'; evening hour, subject:
"HalfI Baked Religion"
Sunday school $3.50 a. M, While
Marshall, Superintendent.
Prayer meeting every Wednesday
evening.
- All are cordially invited to these
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH

Corner Lee and College Streets.
II. I. Brookshire, Pastor.
Bible school $3.50 a. m, r. L. May
nard, Superintendent. Start the New
Year studying the Bible and en-
eouraging others to do the same.
Preaching services II a. IN. and T
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
LESLIE BASKETEERS
DEFEAT PARROTT 29-17

LESLIE, Dec, 31..-The Leslie five
was victorious over the PARROT five
Friday in fast and snappy game.
The contest was enjoyed by the spec
tators and the players throughout the
game, which was characterized BY
the clean playing on both sides.
Just few minutes following the
blowing of the whistle by Referee NJ.
Deavours, the score was 8 to in ia
vor Of Parrott,o but the courageous
Leslie Lads did not give up and
picked up rapidly in the second quar-
ter and throughout the remainder of
the contest
This makes seven victories for
Leslie and one defeat during this sea
son. The following is the score:
Parott I'D Leslie (29)
Pinllston R, (3) IF Bradley Q1)
Finkston f (3) If Hines, r (1OD
Cannon 90 c Bolton
Cole (2) rg Hines. B co
Wade lg Cooke (2)
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
CALVARY EPISCOPAL CHURCH.

Rev. James B. Lawrence, Rector.
The feast of the Circumcision.
The church school 9:45 a.; holy
communion and sermon II 200 a. m. I;
evening prayer and sermon Z 80 p. m.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31

services and strangers are especially
welcome.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31

FOR SALE--Five Thompson strain
cockerels, April hatch, for $3.50
each. Beauties. w. T. Kenmore.
Phone 432. --30-5t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31

PERSONALITY Taxi Cab fares re-
duced to 25c for city trips. L. L.
Compton, phone 1926 and 646.-5-26t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
FOR SALE

GROOM HOUSE, in good condition,
with lights and other conveniences;
Jackson street.
GROOM HOUSE, Church street, nice
home and nicely equipped through
out; garage and garden.
7-ROOM HOUSE, College street,
large lot, on paved street, desira-
BILE location and centrally located;
nice home.
5-ROOM HOUSE, Elm Ave, recently
renovated, large lot, at bargain.
8-ROOM HOUSE, 7 Acres land, on
paved street, nice front, the place
to make you permanent home; one
you can make a living out of.
BRICK STORE HOUSE, rent $50 90
per month; price $4,000; 1910 in
vestment.
SEVERAL nice vacant lots, on easy
monthly payment plan, and now is
the time to build, and start on you
home or investment. Come TO see
me, if you want to buy, sell or rent.
p. B. Williford
Office, Windsor Hotel.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31

FOR Willow baby carriage
in good condition. Phone 432. W.
T. Kenmore -30-5t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31
..QASSIFEDADVERTI} EI:IVIENTS
FOR SALE

FOR SALE - BUDDED PECAN
TREES Very fine ones. Write
for prices. W. B. Lamar. Park Front,
Thomasville, Ga.-17-18t.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1921-12-31

WANT TO DO YOUR fine watch,
clock and jewelry repairing. Ex-
pert service and reasonable charges.
R. s. Broadhurst, Jeweler, Ito La
mar ST., directly in front of post
Office. -(s)
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NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

MEN WANTED for Detective work.
Experience unnecessary. Write J.,
Ganor, former govt. detective, st.