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Swans Island.

The cOmedy-drama, An Arizona
Cowboy" was presented at Seaside
hall February 8, with every seat and
all standing-room occupied. Many
people came from Swans Island and
Minturn as we'll as Atlantic, and sew
eral from, off the island were pres
ent. The parts were well taken, and
considerable ability was shown by
many members of the cast. Bert
Smith lived up to his title of the
cowboy sheriff, and enforced the
laws of Arizona, whether it hurt or
not, and Loyalty stood by his loved
ones. Mrs. Ida Norwood, as the
pretty ranch-owner, played her part
well. Alfred Sprague made good as
the heavy william, though more
action would have enhanced tn E
part. Oscar Johnson as the sheriff s
partner, we'll lived up to his role.
Donald Joyce as Hezekiah Bugg
proved his right to the title of the
Biggest Liar in Arizony," and
kept the audience full of laughter
at the wondrous affairs which hap
pened in 80. Percy Squirting, as
the heather Chinee," was remark
ably good, and he and Thelma John
son as 1.-The poorhouse young-un,"
deserve much credit for their ability.
Clifford Stanley, the Navajo chief,
was good, but could have been lit
tie more lively. Lillian Stanley, as
the Indian maid, was all the part re-
quired, especially when she saved
the sheriff's life at the expense of
her own. Laura Sprague, from "old
Indianny," as the bossy ranchwife,
was extremely good. Leland Trask,
as a cattle thief, and Violet Stanley
as the sister of the william, filed
their parts we'll. Between the acts
there were interesting specialties in
singing and dancing. After the
show, ice-cream was on sale, and
then the hall was cleared for a
dance, Smiths orchestra furnishing
the music.
A second performance of the
Arizona Cowboy will be given in
Seaside hall next week, in
response to public request.
Swans Island still needs that
cable.
Much of the ice in Mackerel Cove
has gone out, and all of it has been
so broken up that ice-boating is now
a thing of the past.
town Thursday night on business
with the Atlantic station of the
L. S. Veterans bureau
M. q. Annis of Stonington has
been in town, and has now gone to
Frenchboro.
e. l.. Wallace has returned from
away, and gone to his home in
Frenchboro.
Pussy-willows are much in evil
dence along the roadsides.
A. w. Bennett of Manset was in
town this week. He is a Keeper at
Saddleback light, end is returning
to his station after visit with his
home folks.
Lewis Stanley, at the valley near
Hockamock Head, Old Harbor, has
a glorious old woodpile back of his
house, about fifteen cords of hard
and soft wood which he has cut and
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Franklin,

Mrs. Samuel Bradley of Hunts
vile, Ont, who arrived here We'd
nesday, is visiting her daughter
Mrs. Davis, in Milbridge for few
days, after which she will come here
for an indefinite stay with her
daughter, Mrs, 2. Andrews.
The ladies' aid society will hold a
meeting this week with the presi-
dent, Mrs. Charles Bradbury.
The rehearsals for the drama
Uncle JOSH" are now being held.
This is one of the way back
dramas, it being played here and at
Sullivan thirty years ago with great
success. 1t will be presented for the
benefit of the Methodist church
next month.
Mrs. Grace McGown entertained
the Holly club at an all-day session
Thursday. 1t was a jolly gathering
about the dining table, where, in ad-
dltion to the fancy cooking brought
by the visitors, the hostess served
one of her famous clam chowders.
Fb. 13. B.
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West BrOOkSyilIe.

DIR. Parker j. Flagg has gone to
Belfast, and viii reopen the office oc-
cupied by the late DR.. Darling for the
practice of veterinary medicine and
surgery.
Sunday, Feb. 5. Capt George H.
Tapley was quietly observing his
ninetieth birthday when in the after
noon. one of his nieces and neph ews
called. Soon afterward others came
in, until there We're about twenty
present. 1t was a great surprise to
the captain, Ninety candles burning
on a birthday cake was another sur
prise to him. He received numerous
gifts and postcards. Capt. Tapley is
still active and thoroughly enjoyed
the afternoon conversing with his
relatives and friends. He is the old
est man in town. Refreshments of
ice-cream and cake We're served
Those present We're: Mr.. and Mrs O.
L. Tapley and daughter Ruth, Mr.
and Mrs. jerome r. Tapley, Mrs
Phebe p, Tapley, Mr., and Mrs. Oldin
d. Tapley and son Lyman, Mr., and
Mrs. A. Barker Blodgett, C. Roy Tap
ley. Miss l.. Marie Tapley, Mrs Flor
ence Farrow and son Robert, Clyde
Nichols, Mrs. Lewis G. Farnham, Ros-
coe Stevens and the host and hostess,
Capt and Mrs. Tapley,
The ladies' circle was entertained
last Friday at the home of Mrs. John
Farnham.
Feb. 6. "Tomson"
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North Orland.

MISS Lena Mumler, who is attending
school in Bucksport, was home for the
weekend.
Mrs. Maria Bridges is at Will
Fred Bowden and son Fred, of Or
here.
Degrees We're conferred on four
candidates Saturday night at Victory
grange. The lecturer presented the
following program: Reading by w. NJ
R. G. Davis; recitation, Laurence
Harper; reading, B. S. Johnson reci-
Gray; reading, Cora Dodge; recitation,
Doris Johnson; reading, Laura Num-
Ter; conundrums, Lena Mumler; read
ing, Ida Nickerson. The third and
fourth degrees will be conferred. Feb
IS. and a harvest supper served.
Feb g. n
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Otis.

Mr. Lymburner of Bar Harbor is
at his cottage for a few days.
The circle met with Clara E.fJor-
dan February s, and will meet with
her February %.
Fred Salisbury is working for
Harvey Grant of Clifton.
Mr.. and Mrs. Sanford Grindle
have returned home from Clifton,
where they have been employed.
Sam Frost has gone to Bangor to
visit his daughter
Feb. 13. o,
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MUTUAL BENEFIT COLUMN.
Edited by Aunt Madge."
MOTTO:-HELPFUL AND HOPEFUL.

The purposes of this column are
succinctly stated in the title and motto
it is for the mutual benefit, and aims
to be helpful and hopeful. Being for
use-a public servant a purveyor of
information and suggestions. medium
for the interchange of ideas. In TINS
capacity it solicits communicatlons,a ana
its success depends largely on the sup
mort given it in this respect. Com
municat ions must be signed, but the
name of writer will not be printed ex-
cept by permission. commandments :.
viii be subject to approval or rejection
nv the editor of the column. put none
viii be rejected without good reason so, :
Address all communications to Ihe
American, Ellsworth, Me.
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DOLLARDTOWN.

County Agent Bickford gave Il
demonstration on the culling and
care of poultry at the farm of Del
mont Treworthy Tuesday.
Mrs. Emery DeBeck of Clifton
spent the weekend with her sister,
Mrs. Joseph Stackpole.
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fitted this winter, Notwithstanding
that he is one of the older men of
the island. Many have not yet had
their wobd hauled to the dooryard
Feb. 8. G.
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Catarrhal Colds.

Charles E. Alexander pays the
cost of trial by refunding your
money if Hyomei fails to relieve
that cough or cold you have.
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You are member now, Phoebe,
and we give you cordial welcome
and thanks for the many good hints
and suggestions given. l can testi-
fly to the good method of cleaning
silver, and am glad you recommend
the hot lunches for school children.
l hope someone will respond to
this:
Dear Aunt Madge:
l saw in the NJ. B. column of January
ls poem, "Phebe the Black berry
Girf'-a poem i have always wanted
There is another that / would like
also and thought Sadie" might know
that. l do not know the title, but can
repeat one stanza as follows:
To night will be a stormy night,
You to the town must CO.
And take lantern, child,
To light your mother through the
snow"
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16
PREPARE NOW FOR
EARLY HONEY FLOW
Bees Should Have Plenty of Food in
Order to Strengthen Up.

Now is good time to prepare for a
good honey flow next spring. All col
onies should be gone over carefully
to destermine the amount Of stores in
the hive, for it is necessary that the
bees have plenty OF food in order to
strengthen up by the time the early
flowers begin blooming.
+. II there are not more than five or
ten pounds of stores in the hive, then
the bees should be fed a thick syrup
consisting 70 two parts of sugar TO
one of water.
If colonies have been well housed
and fed in the fall. there will be no
occasion for feeding this spring.
1t may happen that spring Will open
up warm suddenly with no natural
pollen available. This warm weather
may last several days. and during this
time brood rearing will start up rap
idly: and If there is no pollen in the
hives. the bees will be hunting around
in the barns and stables and chicken
coops for bran or chopped feed. Conse-
quently. it is necessary at such times
to give artificial pollen. Traps should
be set out in sunny places, under cover
If possible, containing few quarts OF
rye or pea -four
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16
PREVENT ROT OF
SWEET POTATO
Seed Should BE Dislnfected Before Bed.
ding As PrecautIon Against
Black Rot.

DO you plan TO grow sweet potatoes
this year? II you do, 1t is important
that You give serious consideration to
the disinfecting Of your seed before bed
ding them, in order that your potatoes
be free of disease.
The tate plant board OF Florida is
undertaking to stamp out a number Of
serious diseases, one of which is black
rot OF sweet potatoes. Officials Of this
plant board have issued information for
farmers which tells them how to prevent
this dreaded disease The advice fol.
lows:
''It is earnestly recommended that you
use great care in the selection and plant
ing Of your sweet potatoes Even IL you
are certain your seed are free from dis
ease. disinfect them just before plant
ing and be doubly certain. immense
them in solution OF bichloride OF mer-
curry (also known as corrosive sublimate).
This solution is prepared by dfssolving
an ounce OF bichloride OF mercury in s
gallons of water in wooden barrel. DO
not use metal containers. (Formalde-
hyde also may be used. pint to so gall
Ions OF water) Place the seed in a
luton for 10 minutes. After dipping.
spread the seed out to dry. Then bed
Immediately.
Great care should be taken when
using bichloride of mercury. as it is a.
deadly poison. Never leave it where
children or animals can reach II. After
finishing with the solution, pour IT into
& hole and fill the hole with EARTH
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16
KILLING BORERS
In PECAN TREES
Dig Them Out With Knife and Cover
Injured Areas With Paint.

Mr. Pecan Grower, have you
"wormed" your pecan trees? II you
haven't it is not too late to dig the
borers out from upder the bark by
means Of sharp knife and then COW
ering the injured areas with paint or
carbolineum.
Another borer that penetrates into
the wood leaving a large entrance hole
in the trunk through which the frass
(particles of chewed, sawdust like
wood is expelled, can be probed for
by means of soft flexible wire. The
burrows OF this borer extend upward
in the solid wood, and can easily be
located by the sawdust-like material
already referred to, says DR.. E. w.
Berger, of the state Plant Board.
After probing for this fellow with the
wire (and one may not always be sure
he gets him with the wire), force a
bit of cotton batting, saturated with
either varbolineum or carbon bisul-
phide, using the wire. After probing,
stop the mouth of the burrow with a
bit of putty or moist clay.
THE use of carbolineum will prevent
the development of wood rots.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16
SPLENDID SETTINGS
FEATURE PICTURE
Actual Views OF Picturesque African
Cities Are Shown In 1.-THE SheIk."

One OF the most impressive features Of
''The Sheik,'' George Melford's latest pro-
duction for Paramount, which comes to
the Isis theater next Monday and Tues,
day, are the many magnificent and spec
tacuiar settings in which the various
scenes are enacted. These include:
A remarkable conception of a public
section OF the ancient city Of Carthage
under Roman rule; a birdseye shot Of the
city OF Biskra, the Monte Carlo Of the
Algerian Sahara, taken from minaret
with an Arab praying in the foreground :;
fifteen actual shots about the city Of
Biskra, especially made for the picture
by a representative from Paramounts
London studio: a picturesque African
oasis. especially constructed on a desert
site near Hollywood; a complete Arabian
vilage-the stronghold OF the bandit
chieftan. OMAR; and beautiful. exotic in
teriors, such as the interior Of the Sheik' s
tent, and the desert palace Of OMAR.
In the Carthage episode, which is a
vision in the picture. a very unusual ef-
feet is presented. Agnes Ayres. playing
the principal feminine role, Is shown as
the naughty queen who rules the city
under Roman domination. When the
scene first opens. it shows the proud
English girl, later to be captured by the
Sheik, encamPed at night among the
ruins of Roman SpleudOT IN the ancient
city. There are broken pillars and crum-
bling ruins.
Then the girl becomes a Carthaginian
queen, the architecture is restore and
scenes of splendor. Teopled with the
royal court. flower girls, harp girls
slaves. centurians and RXnan soldiers
follow This vision establishes naughty,
dominant character Of the girl who in
sists upon taking a journey into the
desert, despite her brothers objections.
The role Of the SheilS is played by Ru-
iolph Valentino, the popular Julio Of
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse
The cast further includes Lucien Little
field, Adolphe Menjou, George Wagner,
Ruth Miller, Walter Long ard +. R.
Butler
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16
.FLORIDAMA GOES
TO AID OF SUFFERING
Retired Banker Of jacksonville viii
Help Work in Stricken
Europe.

NEW YORK, Jan. 15.-James W.
Spratt of Jacksonville. Fla, has sailed
on the steamer Finland on his way to
Russia as a representative of the
American Relief Administration Mr..
Spratt will receive in London an as
signment with the American Relief
Administration forces and expects 10
be sent into the interior OF Russia 10
assist in the work Of relieving the
famine stricken.
Mr.. Spratt recently returned from A
years trip abroad, serving with the
American Red Cross in Constantinople
and through Jugo -Slavia, where his
work was mainly in connection with
the care of Russian refugees. His ex-
perience in that service will be inval-
liable in the work which confronts him
under the direction Of the American
Relief Administration.
Mr.. Spratt retired from the banking
business IN Jacksonville several ysars
considerable travel in the interests Of
ago ana has since osen engaged il
suffering foreigners
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16
FARMERS TO HOLD
IMPORTANT MEET
Planters of the GracevifIe Section
Plan Extensive Farming Pro-
gram for 1922.
ESPECIAL to The JournaI)

GRACEvILLE, Fla. Jan. lathe
farmers in this section are going TO
hold s meeting on January 21st in the
school auditorium for the purpose Of
rsorsAnizing the VatSrmelon -AssocfA-
ton, The proposed acreage new be-
ing taken points TO about 5000 acres,
which means that approximately 500
cars of this delicious product win be
grown, yielding over $500. 600 that Will
be distributed among the farmers dur
ing the months of June and July.
Only sixty-five cars of melons were
shipped during the 1920 season. and
in 1921 the number increased To 1863
cars. In 1916 shipments ran up TO $50
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16
NOW Is Time TO :.
PREPARE GARDEN
No Vegetables Are AS Good As Those
Grown in Your Own Plot

No vegetables are as good as those
grown in ones own garden. and there is
no reason why fresh vegetables should
not be part of the daily diet OF every
family. At the beginning of the new
year, attention should be devoted to the
home garden ADVISE workers of the agri-
cultural extension division University
OF Florida.
Now is the time to prepare seedbeds
and the soil for the garden. Frosts in
Florida are usually light enough not to
Kill most vegetables, If given the pro-
lection Of a hot bed or cold frame This
fact makes it possible TO produce early
vegetables.
II is a good practice to test seed for
examination before planting in order TO
insure a good stand. Small seed, like
cabbage and turnip, can be tested on a
hot stove. Those that pop have vitality.
The dead ones burn. Large seed, like
beets. carrots and sugar corn. can be
tested by means OF the rag doll tester.
This consists in rolling the seeds in a wet
cloth and placing the roll in warm To-
cation. In about 10 days open it and
calculate the percentage Of sprouted seed.
Another point TO consider is that Of
having fertile soil. Stable manure is
one of the best fertilizers known. It
should be wen rotted and should have a
small percentage of straw to manure.
This should be applied broadcast at the
rate of 10 tons to the acre and thorough
ly mixed into the oil. Stable manure
raises the temperature Of the soil and
thus hastens plant growth. Commercial
fertilizers should be used at intervals
during the growing period as top
dresser to stimulate rapid growth.
Cabbage cauli7ower, colIard eggplant.
lettuce, tomato and onion seed can be
sowed in the seedbed in January. DO
not cover more than three quarters of an
inch deep. Turnips. beets and carrots
should be planted in the field as early
as possible il not already planted. Brus-
sci sprout plants should be set also in
January. Corn can be planted as soon as
danger of frost is over.
An effort should be made to have new
vegetables every few days, This can be
done by planting new ones between the
rows every week or two Remember
that fertile soil is necessary to keep
plants growing rapidly.
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cars. This is the largest number Of
cars shipped in any one year hereto
fore, but growers in this section are
planning 10 make 1922 the biggest
year yet agriculturally. Last years
corn and sugar crop. however, was
very large and yielded good returns,
and the increased acreage in melons
this year viii mean a smaller acreage
in these products, but the financial
returns will he somewhat larger be-
cause of the change.
Several men closely identified with
agricultural development have been
invited to attend The meeting on Jan.
81, and address the meeting among
them being ]. A. Ridgely, w. D. Shep-
ard, and f. C. Smith, officials of the
Louisville and Nashville railroad l..
NJ. Rhodes of the Florida State Mar
ketTng Bureau, and #. J. Brooks chief
clerk of agriculture.
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manner An additional sum of $1,000
000 is to be apportioned yearly for a
period of five years which is to be
apportioned $4,000 to each state and
the balance among the states in the
proportion which their population
bears to the total population of the
states of the United States. No pay
ment out of the additional appropria-
tion will be allowed to any state I'M
til a like amount has been apportioned
by the states legislature.
The population of Florida according
to the last census is 968,470 which is
,9199601 per cent Of the total popula-
ton of the United States and is ac-
cordingly apportioned $6,531.72 which
with the additional S., 600 makes a to-
tai of S11,531.72 to be received every
year for five years if matched by an
equal apportionment by the state leg
islature. Each state is required to
submit detailed plans for the expendi-
ture of this money which must be APP
proved 10y the board of maternity and
infant hygiene of Washington before
the money is provided.
The bureau of child welfare of the
state board Of health has submitted
the plans for the work in this state
and is now awaiting the approval Of
the same by the national board
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16

The average Wholesale price OF but
ter is approximately the average price
received by the farmer, IL you con-
slider the butter the producer sells di-
rectly to the consumer. Therefore, the
producers of butter are today receiv
ing about two thirds more for their
wares than they received in 1911. Can
this he said of the producers of corn,
wheat, pork or fruits? We haven't
the official figures, but are confident
that no such increase in the prices of
these commodities has been the farm
ers.
We are often given facts which in
form US that the normal demands for
butter and milk products are far
greater than the supply Therefore,
there is little danger of a big proper
tionate slump in the prices of these
products,
With this prospect coupled with the
fact that our state offers unparalleled
advantages for dairying, there is ev-
cry encouragement for the dairyman
OF Florida TO increase his business and
for others 10 go into the business.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1922-01-16
USEFUL HINTS FOR
p. EGGPLANT GROWER
Every Precaution Should Be Taken tc
Prevent Most Destructive Disease.

Are you a grower of elephants, or
are you preparing to grow them? Then
you should give careful consideration
to the most destructive disease of the
plant. This disease is known at diff
ferent times as fruit rot. leaf spot, foot,
rot, or tipover, depending upon the
stage of the plants growth attacked.
If you are now growing elephants
give consideration to two things: first.
treating the disease, if present; second,
the selection of your seed for another
crop, if you save your seed.
If your plants show indications of
the disease, in any of its stages. spray
with bordeaux mixture. 4-4-5O formula,
spraying every other week.
If you are to save seed for another
crop, the following procedure is sug-
gested by the plant disease specialist
of the Florida College of Agriculture
Pick out ripe, perfectly healthy fruits,
preferably from a field free from the
disease and from heavily bearing and
healthy plants of the right variety.
Bring the fruits into the house. break
off the stem and leaf-like parts, disin-
feet the fruits in corrosive sublimate
solution, 1900, for 20 minutes. and
extract the seed in any convenient
way, taking care that the seed are not
exposed to contamination by disease.
After the seed are extracted they
should be thoroughly sun dried for
about week in box with a glass top
and screen bottom, then put into a
jar or bottle, corked tightly and stored
in a dry room
Are you preparing to plant this
crop? If you are think well of the
land you select for this purpose. New
land is probably best, as there should
be no spores of the disease in this soil
spores left from preceding crops. If
you have no new land, be sure that the
soil you do select has not grown egg
plants infected by this disease within
recent years.
In the second place, if you are about
to plant: If you have any doubt in
your mind as to the presence of the
spores on the seed, disinfect them. In
fact, disinfecting can do no harm, costs
but little of time and money, and may
be the means of saving a crop it will
take you months TO grow. The forego-
ing authority advises: "Disinfect the
seed by immersing in a solution OF
corrosive sublimate, $4,000, for ten
minutes. Then wash Immediately in
running water for 20 minutes. Plant
the seed at once