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The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1921-02-24
GRADUATE HoNoRED IN CHINA

"EX-President Lii Yuan Hung enter.
tanned at tifin yesterday at his resi-
dence a party of 80 present and for.
mer officials and other friends in honor
OF Professor G. II. Robertson. After
the tiilin Mr.. Robertson gave his lee
ture on wireless biography"
A copy Of the North China Star. pub.
lished at Picking and Tientsin, China,
or late January 6, gives the above in
formation regarding the activities OF
a South Dakota State college gradu,
ate, Mr.. Robertson. The item also
states that Mr.. Robertson has visited
many cities in China, giving scientific
lectures with demonstrations to thou.
sands of people on the subject of cleo.
tricity and magnetism, aeronautics,
etc. He is working in connection
with the Y. M. c. A. in that country,
In 1916 Mr.. Robertson was sent ia
Russia by the war work council of
the Y. NJ. C. A. to lecture among the
Russian, Czecho-Slovak and other al
lied soldiers. After the war he re.
turned to America and prepared his
material and apparatus for his present
lecture, returning to China last sum
mer.
Mr.. robertson was graduated from
State college in the class of 1899 and
was a noted athlete. For a number
OF years he held the position of head
of the mechanical engineering depart.
ment at Purdue university.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1921-02-24
TAKES IMPORTANT POSITION

NJ. G. Carlisle, prominent business
man of Brookings, has been chosen 10
fill the position of the head Of The real
estate loan department Of the Firs'
National Life-Northwestern Insurance
company. and left Sunday for Pierre
to take up the duties of his new Office.
The business of this company has
grown to such proportions in the last
few years that it became necessary to
secure an experienced business man
to take charge OF real estate loans.
Mr.. Carlisle is one of the ablest men
in the state to fill that position. AL
though he will be away the most of the
time. Mr.. Carlisle states that the fam
lily will continue to make Brookings
their home.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1921-02-24
MOTHER AND DAUGHTER, TOO

Mother and daughter are not to De
left out in the cold ever though this
week is especially dedicated to father
and son. The members Of the three
Y. w. c. A. clubs for school girls, the
High School club. the Freshman Girl
Reserves and the Grade Girl Reserves,
will entertain their mothers at a ban.
quet at the Baptist church on Friday
evening, February Is. About $50 are
expected to attend the mother and
daughter banquet. The banquet Is be.
ing prepared almost entirely by the
girls themselves, under the supervision
Of Miss Phyllis Reid Of the domestic
science department, and . committee
Of Y. W. G. A. women.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1921-02-24
REUNITE AFTER 26 YEARS

Last week was the first time in &c
years that all the children of the Ust
family, living west Of town on the old
Ust homestead, have been united
While they had been called home on
a sad mission, it has seemed good To
be all together again on the old farm
home where they spent their child,
hood days. Mrs. j.. r. Chilson of Vol
taire, N. D.; E. l. Ust of Victor, Mimi;
Mrs. NJ. c. Knutson Of Summit, and
julius Ust Of Sioux Falls, are the chill,
dren who came from a distance to at
tend the funeral of their mother, Mrs
NikOlena Ust.
-w. 8. S.
Ana~A IT 0I--l- 49,.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1921-02-24
q. a.

DIR. E. w. Forsee wal at Minneapo-
Ills for several days last week taking
treatments. 1t does q fellow good to
know that even doctors have to take
a dose Of their own medicine occa-
sionally.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1921-02-24

Attorney B. H. Schaphort spen'
Wednesday in Elkton on business.
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1921-02-24
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w. s.. s.
Evening star., 1921-05-24
HARDY GARDEN FLOWERS
FEATURE TAKOMA SHOW
sweet Williams, Iris and Poppies
Predominate-List Of
Exhibitors.

"A display Of old-fashioned hardy
garden MOVERS was the offering of the
Iakoma Horticultural Club last night
in the Takoma Public Library, corner
oth and Cedar streets northwest. The
tnree predominating flowers were
sweet william. Spanish iris and ori-
entail poppies.
o'nere lrlses were brought from the
last blooms of the bearded iris. for
"hlch Takoma Park is famous, to
rare and unusual species like the
terra-cotta colored IRIS fulva of the
south and the beautiful white and
golo IRIS ochroleuca of the near east.
n;n,e eous peonles. pyrenthrums like
or iox- gloves. azure delphiniums and
"hlte bellhowers recalled the fine
saroens OF England. Over thirty spe-
cies were represented and many gar
oen forms of several of them.
~ harticular interest was centered
vas Was tne largest exhibitor. Among
other interesting features of his dis
play We're the blue flowers of the
naroy perennial phlox and the white
mowers of the rue. Flaming lychnis
ana Old shioned valerian and a no.
also displayed from his garden.
Othere exhibitors were Homer c.
Skeels. DIR. D. y. Shoemaker. Mrs.
David Griffiths. F.. l.. Lewton. NJ. c.
Belts. ]. +. Bishop. Mrs. r. Y F'erner.
Mrs; Daniel Miller. {: Z: Carroll, Mrs.
r. Hardesty. Miss Margaret Hedg-
cock. Mrs. c. G. Elliott and Mrs. j. Z.
Keller. The flowers will remain on
display again this evening"
Evening star., 1921-05-24
"Chimes of Normandy"

The Washingtonians" who pleased
theatergoers so much last week in
their presentation of Victor Hcrbert's
"Sweethearts." again offer another
week of tuneful merriness at the Shu-
bert-Garrick Theater. They sang
Planquette's light opera Chimes of
Normandy" last night. under the di
rection of Rollin Bond. and gave
performance that was greeted with
warm approval
Estelle Murray sang the role Of the
audacious Serpolette: Ruth Peters. the
pleasing role of Germaine. and Ray
mond G. Moore. the romantic bari
tone role of the marquis Gaspard.
the miser. was played by Charles Cor
don. Others in the cast are J. NJ.
Edith Gladys Hunt. Bryce Bay1es.
Harry Stevens. 7. Brooke Amiss. jr..
Stephen o. Ford, Ray A. Jackman. Ivy
Jeanne Stevens, Elsie o. Ford. ]. T.
Pardee. Myra johnson. Marguerite
Wickersham, Genevieve Bond, Bernice
Stevens and Bertha Wev.
A well balanced orchestra, under
Mr.. Bonds personal direction, played
the score.
The stage picture Of the first act
the fair scene-showed the attractive
Normandy peasant costumes. The
third act, with a fete in progress on
the marquis estate and opening with
a graceful minuet. presented the full
ensemble in the exquisite court dress
of the period, a feature never before
used by any other opera company in
America in connection with the
Evening star., 1921-05-24

name fresh in the minds Of Cosmos
patrons for a long time. The action
of the story is intcrspersed with en-
tertaining features. \ series of liv-
ing art studies. Dance of Spring"
THE Village Blacksmith and Tho
Rosary" were especially well por-
trayed. Messrs.. Petel. Kennedy and
Sher. singing trio. scored a hit with
their songs, as did Virginia Lee a
petite buck and wing dancer "The
Ragtime Wedding" presented by the
entire cast. was greeted with APP
plause. Four other high-class vaude-
Vile acts. which also were we'll re-
ceived, are the Runaway Four. the
comedy quartet from the 'Sunshine
Girls" show: Bennett and Fletcher. an
excellent musical team: Morcly and
Mack. two singing girls who know
how to please. and Bicknell, the busy
baker. whose reproductions in dough
of we'll known persons is nothing
short of wonderful. Marion Davies.
pictured in Buried Treasure" is the
added matiree feature. while Let
Me Explain" two-reel Christie
laughmaker. is shown at all per-
formances.
Evening star., 1921-05-24
ADJUSTMENTS
CONTINUED from Ninth Page.)

popular Irish comedians, and his big
musical comedy company of twenty
five players, who are presenting "A
Royal Reception" the largest musical
revue on the vaudeville stage and the
the headline attraction at the Cosmos
Theater this week. are going to win
many friends in Washington if their
work and reception at the perform
ances yesterday can be taken as an
indication. The comedian is not un-
known in this city. and his playing in
this number as King Pokomo, a title
which he assumes in order to win the
hand and fortune of a countess who
will wed only king, will keep his
Evening star., 1921-05-24
At $3.95

Pretty Gingham House
and Porch Dresses, in light
colors with collar and cuffs
of white pique; vest front
and large novelty pockets
with large crocheted but
tons.
Evening star., 1921-05-24
CAR MERGER ASKED.
Howard Park Citizens Take Action
on Various Questions.

Merger of the two street car lines in
the District, either by voluntary ac-
ton or by action of Congress, was
asked in resolutions passed at meet
ing Of the Howard Park Citizens AS
sociation last night at the Church OF
Our Redeemer. Rev. D. E. Wiseman
presided.
The association went on record as
favoring extension Of the Lucretla
Mott School. at 4.h and w streets by
purchase Of ground Immediately ad-
iacent to the school, rather than by
purchase of ground some distance
from the present building.
Extension Of w street from Georgia
avenue to Florida avenue was asked
of the District Commissioners IN
resolution adopted by the association:
Another resolution which was adopted
asked for resurfacing OF Georgia ave,
nue. from Florida avenue to Glrard
street. Establishment of public com
fort station on U street between
Georgia avenue and Vermont avenue
also was asked.
Evening star., 1921-05-24
Lisle
Hose, Soc

Ful-fashioned Lisle Hose of extra good
quality, with deep garter hem. Sizes sH
to 1015 black only. These hose have not
value
Evening star., 1921-05-24
Reduction Sale of
Tricolette and Mignonette Overblouses
$1.95 1926 1896 $4.95

In this reduction sale ovebou will models
braid embroidery These all the shades
we'll the including black and white combinations
Sizes36 6to4 but all sin
Evening star., 1921-05-24

Tie-back Bouses of Georgette Crepe have front
trimmed with imitation Nenise lace and tiny tucks;
belt across front. Sizes Sc to 49, Most all colors
to choose from S3.o5.
Exceptionally Handsome Bouses with pretty Val
are bisque white and flesh. Sizes AZ to 46 s495.
ailored and semitaored styles that go SO we'll with
Evening star., 1921-05-24
Silk
Undergarn1ents

Splendid values in Pretty Silk Gowns and
Chemise of flesh colored crepe de chine in
beautiful lace trimmed models and semi
tailored styles. Camisole top hemstitched
and tucked dainty georgette lace and ribbon
trimmed.
Silk Gowns, $3.o5 and $4.95. =
Silk Chemise, $I.o5 and SOS.
Evening star., 1921-05-24
Silk PetticOats
$3.95

Good Quality Taffeta Silk Petticoats in
all the pretty colors; deep flounces with
fine pleating.
All-slk Jersey Petticoats with plcated
hounce in contrasting color i'll novelty
designs.
Evening star., 1921-05-24
s New Silk
Hose, $1.55

Women's Full-fashioned Silk Hose, with
Isle tops and soles; reinforced heels and
toes. Colors are gray and black only.
Sizes S13 to 10. This is a very special
value at this low price,
Evening star., 1921-05-24
Reduction, Sale of
Trimmed
Millinery, $2.95

This reduction sale includes large variety
of styles. including transparent hats, off
the-face models and bonnet effects as we'll
as number of sport hats in hemp and felt
and hemp and silk combinations Also fam
cy straws. All the sport shades are included.
Evening star., 1921-05-24

Dainty Wolfe House and
Porch Dresses, in polka dot
and fine figured patterns
with vest fronts; wide sash
of white organdy; pipings
of white ginghams, in tie
back styles with white lawn
collar and cuffs; striking
touches of white pique.
Evening star., 1921-05-24
Ass. 95

Pretty Wolfe Porch and
House Dresses, in sur-
plice styles with self pip
ing on the organdy col
lar; wide white organdy
sash.
Evening star., 1921-05-24
C-B COrSetS
$1.O0 to $500

Practical models in C-B Corsets for the
practical woman. Models for the slender,
full and average figures. Pink or white
coutil and batiste are the materials. These
come in low-bust and topless styles. Several
models suited to the youthful figure.
Evening star., 1921-05-24

Wolfe Blouses of very good quality and good
tailoring for the stout woman; collar down front
forms sort of frill effect; long sleeves with
back cuffs; narrow lace trimming. Size 4o only.
S195.
Georgette Waists with short sleeves and rolled
back collar with soft ties and knot of georgette;
heavy lace trimming collars and sleeves. $685.
White Wolfe and Batiste Handmade Waists in
the suit, sweater sport coat Sizes 36 49, So!
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
SOCIETY
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Mrs w. Scott Cleland will be hos
tess to the Bridge club this afternoon
at her beautiful home on Grand street
The Get-Together club will have
its annual election of officers at the
home of Mrs. B. K. Nutter Thursday.
This will be an all day meeting.
The Merry-go-round club met We'd
nesday at the home of Mrs. H. ].
Baird. Honor guests at the meeting
were Mrs Wiltse from Grand juno
tion and Mrs D. C. Harding of Hotch-
kiss.
Mrs. Rolla Allen will entertain the
members of the Bide-A-Wee club to-
day at one o'clock luncheon, with
covers for twelve. The ladies will
spend the afternoon doing sewing and
fancy work.
A pleasant social function of last
week was a six o'clock dinner given
Thursday evening by John Matthews
at the pretty home of Mrs. A. c.
Matthews on Grand street, DR.. Quig-
ley of Gunnison being the honor guest
/ White carnations were daintily ar
rayed throughout the house while the
color scheme was carried out in the
table decorations. An elaborate three
course dinner was served to Hugh
Dowd, Irwin Hunter, Noel Hamm, AL
fred Kyffin, Charles Fairlamb, Sam
Fairlamb, and Howard Foster, of the
senior class of the high school, of
which the host is a member; Mr..
| Beahm. Mr. Crawford and Mr.. Fos.
ter, members of the high school facul-
ty and DR.. Quigley of the Colorado
| State Normal school.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
Local Happenings
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Attorney Mortimer Stone had Dusi-
ness in Crawford the first OF the week
Departing Tuesday were Mr. and
Mrs. H. H. Gelkens for an extehaeu
stay in Pueblo.
Mrs. Albert Henning arrived 1ere
Wednesday from Salida to spend
week with friends
A. E. Penley has recovered from
his recent illness and Is again aDie
to be about town.
Mrs. H. F. Stewart and children
went to Montrose Friday to visit
few days with friends.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Davis are the
proud parents of new baby boy,
which arrived Saturday. April 23rd.
Arrivals Friday were Mr.. and Mrs.
Carl Gilbert from Cisco, Utah, for an
extended visit here with the formers
mother.
Mrs. Rebecca Wiltse and grand
daughter Betty Baird came down
from Glenwood Tuesday and are
guests of the H. ]. Baird family.
After a pleasant two weeks visit
here with her sister, Mrs. Susie Lati-
mer, Mrs. F. 2. Howell returned Tues
day to her home at Billings. Montana
Mrs. Clark Rush arrived Tuesday
from Grand Junction to attend the
Presbetry and is the guest of Mrs.
l.. NJ George, during her stay In the
city.
Mrs Wesley Richey and Mrs. VII
Hurst motored down from Hotchkiss
yesterday to do some shopping. They
spent the afternoon with Mrs. W. D.
/ Hines.
The Calendar Club of the Methodist
church will have a sale of aprons,
pillow slips, and cooked food at the
Stockham Bros. Hardware store Sat
urday afternoon, April 80
Rev. T. G. Mcleod of Paonia, spent
Monday and Tuesday in Delta on busi-
ness and pleasure. While here he en-
I joyed a pleasant visit with the Rev.
Stemme of the Presbyterian church.
Percy Carton is enjoying a visit
with his parents in Delta. He expects
TO return to the agricultural training
school at Logan, Utah, about the Sth
of May. Percy has many friends here
AMI is enjoying himself around the
old town.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
BUSINESS LOCALS.
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FOR SALE-Second hand cars. Del
Ia Hardware. 1s-tfc.
FOR SALE-Ford roadster and tour
ing car. Delta Hardware. 1s-tfc
FOR RENT-Furnished house.
three rooms. Mrs. Stanley, 746 Dodge
FOR RENT-Good 40 acres second
bottom. good room house. acres
alfalfa. remainder 80 acres to beets.
$4,000 cash for the alfalfa and the
remainder share beets delivered at
the factory. 4 miles northwest of
Delta w. H. Jarratt. 633 South Grant,
Denver. Colo. 1880
wANTED-Stock to pasture for the
summer. horses to brake. Call Austin
Hotel. 1912
wANTED-To buy light buggy. or
we'll driving mare for same. w. Helm.
bockle. Route 3. Box 80 Coop phone
l21-M. lSc
LOST-Tire. rim and inner tube
(assembled) for All-American truck
Tire was changed in front of Delta
House on April Z. Size 3Sx7; Their
mold make; inner tube horseshoe
brand. Reward. No questions will be
asked. ID" 1890
Middle-age lady would like position
cooking at camp or for few men, or
would take charge of widower's home
Excellent cook and manager. Best re
ferences and wages. Mrs. Campbell
Singleton Rooms. Tsp
The Calendar club of the Methodist
church will have a sale of aprons,
pillow slips ond cooked food at the
Stockham Bros. Hardware store Sat
urday afternoon. April 80. 1Sc
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
axarene

We are glad to say that We are
making progress along spiritual lines.
Our Sunday School is growing under
the leadership of our superintendent,
Cecil Clearwater. and we are expect
ing still greater things. The public is
cordially invited to all our services.
On Sunday morning. Sunday School
at ten o'clock. we have classes for
all. with competent. teachers. The
Young Mems class was the banner
class in attendance last Sunday.
Preaching at IL o'clock by the pastor.
Evangelistic service in tho evening
at 8 o'clock. also special singing.
Mtd-week prayer service at the church
on corner 3rd and Palmer Thursday
evening at o'clock. Please do not
forget that the second Sunday In May
10 Mothers Day at the Nazarene
church. A common church for a com.
mon people.
F.P. KERST, Pastor
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
At The Churches
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First Presbyterian Church
Opposite Post Office
Rev. .sF. E. Stemme, Minister

SeTNlCeS lOI May 1St, 1871
9:45 a. m. Bible school with a place
and part for parents.
11:O0 a. m. Morning worship. Pull
pit theme-"Church Reverence"
700 p. m. Christian Endeavor with
practical lesson.
500 p. m. Special musical program
under direction of Mrs. C. E. Harding
and Miss Eleanor Kurz. The minis
ter will peach ON Christ Is ALL"
Note change in the evening service
from the o'clock Vesper service.
Our evening worship will be held at
S O'Clock until next fall.
You and yours are invited. Test our
welcome.
The 29th annual meeting of Tie
Women's Home and Foreign siissi /.
ary Society of Gunnison Presbvt IT.
ial was held in the Delta Presbytor.
ian church Tuesday and Wednesda.' :.
The ladies met in executive session
O'Clock on Suesday and adjourned
in the evening to hear the Moderator
of Gunnison.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
s24. 4.ooo. 900 EARNED LAST YEAR

This staggering amount was ear
ned last year by one of the largest
public utilities companies In this
country. boasting of $1,000 stock
holders.
The organization which enjoys this
distinction OF being such an unparel.
ed money-maker, earned these dol
lars thru its subsidiaries and associa'
ted corporations. which supply gas,
electricity and street and interurban
railroad service to more than $50
committees. This service extends into
81 states and Canada. serving in this
way 100000 people.
And this is not all, for thru stock
ownership in 2S subsidiaries. It car.
ries on a hug business, is. in fact
one Of the largest oil producers in
this country. besides owning vast oil
properties in Mexico and South Amer,
lea.
Refineries pipe line systems. fill
ling stations. oiltank cars, to say
nothing Of oil-carrying ocean vessels
all. are part of the enormous
money-making system OF this organi
xation.
You can buy stock In this company
to yield II per cent. Either as spec
ulation or as an Investment. this
stock Will prove n most attractive
money-maker for you. Orders may be
placed with Avery. Boardman & Tray
lor, 1874 18th Street. Denver, who will
be glad to f'irish further informa
tion on this stock.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
First Methodist Episcopal Church
May First

May First
9:46 a. m. Sunday School. Come.
You are Welcome.
11:00 a. m. Sermon-"Dog, or edo.
or God?"
700 p. m. Epworth League Devo-
tional service.
500 p. m. Sermon-"That Other
Roman" This is our special guests
night. On the first Sunday Of each
month we shall observe this service
at which time We will make special
program for the friends of the church
The choir will take a special part.
500 p. m. Wednesday, Prayer meet
ing hour. Come and bring your bible
next week.
Next Sunday is Mothers Day. At
IL o'clock service we will honor the
living and pay tribute to the dead
builders Of the home and makers of
the nation.
Note the change Of time in the
evening services.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29

Tuesday Judge Burnett received .
call from Gunnison to come there at
once. as his services were needed in
a criminal case. Mr.. Burnett Is con-
sidered the leading criminal lawyer
in Western Colorado and will un-
doubtedly prove his usual ability In
the forthcoming case. He departed
for Gunnison ON wednesday morn
ing.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
Baptist Church

Regular services Sunday. Sunday
school at 9:45 a. m. Preaching by
the pastor at IL a. M. and p. m. The
Young Peoples meeting at o'clock
will be led by Miss Ruth Nelson. The
children's choir will sing at the morn
ing service. II you have no church
home, worship with us.
Alfred B. Parry. Pastor.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
Visits Parents.

e. e. Odom, supervisor Of vocation
al training schools Of Colorado. Wyom-
ing. Utah and New Mexico made a
trip through this section Of the state
last week and stopped off in Delta
Friday for a short visit with his pa
rents. Mr.. and Mrs. J. =. Odom on
Garnet mesa. He returned to Denver
Sunday morning.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29

After an extended visit with her
mother, Mrs. Rose Geslin of North
Delta. Mrs. o. E Spangler returned
IN Denver the last of the week.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29

Mrs. Anna Phenice and daughter
Miss Doris of Eckert were guests at
the T. ]. Pier home on Garnet mesa
Thursday and Friday of last week.
The Delta independent., 1921-04-29
Marriage Licenses.

Marriage Licenses.
Clarence Wood and Mabel Brew of
Paonia. and Joseph w Harrison of
Smuggler and Bessie Lawson of
Olathe secured licenses to wed this
week
The log cabin Democrat., 1921-05-09
CARD OF THANKS.

We wish to express our sincere, heartfelt thanks to our dear friends for youh countless acts of kindness to our husbands, father and brother, George M. Cornell, during his illness, and for the loving tributes to his memory and expressions of sympathy to us in the deep loss We sustain in his death. Nothing can blot out the grief or bring solace in such sorrow, but your kindness and sympathy have helped us to bear the loss, and your tributes to the memory of our loved one have brought a ray of sunshine through the gloom. In our hearts we thank you more than our words can express.
 Wife, children, brothers and sisters.
 MARRIAGE LICENSE.
 Joe Dayer, 40, and Philomine Dayer. 23, Conway.
 Legal blanks for sale at this office.