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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1922-02-04

One hundred and seventy miles OF
reads were built in Maryland in 1921.
In addition $1,6O0,000 were spent for
repairs and maintenance all over the
State.
TThc Peninsula Enterprise (Acco-
mac, Va.) in it's issue of Jan. 2S, says
the farmers of Painter and Keller
who put out bids a few weeks ago
for 500 tons of fertilizer have clos
ed a deal with the Farmers and Plan
tiers Co., of Salisbury. When the
bids were opened it was found this
firm were the lowest in price, their
bid being $1,000 per ton for 7-6-5
fertilizer delivered.
The open season for shooting wild
ducks, geese, brant, Wilson snipc
and coot closed Tuesday, Jan. 3D.. This
is in accordance with the Federal law
regulating the length of the season.
Senator Swanson, of Virginia, has
introduced a joint resolution In Con-
gress authorizing the Secretary OF
War "to grant permission to such in
idviduals or corporations as to him
may seem proper to construct a no.
tel upon the Fort Monroe military
reservation at Old Point Comfort,
Va, to replace the old Hotel Cham
berlain, which was burned few
years ago. If permission is granted
il is thought the duPonts will con-
struct the hotel referred to.
A news dispatch from Norfolk, Va
SAYS shad are running in the North
Carolina Sounds a month earlier
than usual. The first to be sold a.
Edenton, N. c., brought $3.50.
Gamers on the Eastern Shore are
contracting with farmers to grow
peas for the coming season at $50 a
ton.
There is no indication of "flu' cpl
demic in Maryland this year, accord
ing to the officials of the State
Health Department, who a few days
ago reported January figures well
under those for last year.
Easton is also to have an armory
according to a statement made pub
lie Monday by the Adjutant-General
Gl Maryland.
A Jersey cow valued at $500
owned by an Indian man, died sud
denly a few weeks ago. An investi-
cation showed that death was caused
by a water-snake in the cows stom-
sch. The cow swallowed the snake
while drinking from creek.
A gift. of $45,500,000 from John
D.. Rockefeller with the suggestion
that the money be used for the ad
vancement of medical education was
announced recently by the Genera
Education Board in a part of its an
nual report for 1920-1921, which il
made public. Mr.. Rockefeller's gifts
to the board aggregate $126,788,O94
Exports to Europe during the pas
year fell off by more than $2,O00,OOO
O0OO, as compared with 1920, while
exports to South America declined b!
more than $3OO,OOO,0OO, according tc
foreign trade reports issued Tuesday
by the Commerce Department al
Washington.
Sir Ernest Shackleton, the British
Explorer, died January 5, on board
the steamer Quest, on which he was
making another expedition. His death
which was announced from Monte
video, South America, where his body
was taken, could not have been made
known sooner, owing to the ships
wireless being out of commission.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1922-02-04
CARD OF THANKS.

We desire in this manner to than;
those who so kindly rendered any as
sistance in the illness and death o.
our loved one, Frank B. Merrill. We
also express our heartfelt apprecia
ton for the many beautiful floral
tributes and to those who furnished
automobiles at the funeral.
Mrs. F. B. Merrill and Children.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1922-02-04
CARD OF THANKS.

l take this method of thanking the
many friends of the family who IT
my way rendered assistance at the
'uneral of my mother, Mrs. Mary
Ellen Paradee and especially those
Who furnished automobiles.
GRANT PARADEE.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1922-02-04
Horse and Mule
Sale Postponed

Due to the storm which swept this section
last Saturday. we were unable to hold the
sale advertised on that date. We will hold
this sale
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1922-02-04
Flower Pots,
Bargain Price

It is time to repot your Flowers.
We ave a complete line of Flower
Pots, Vases, Hanging Baskets, etc.,
in Red and Greston colors. Several
designs. Come and see them. Get our
prices before buying elsewhere.
Peninsula Produce Exchange.
Pocomoke City, Md.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1922-02-04

Saturday, February 18th, 1922
at 2 o'clock, P. NJ, at the stables of
Calvin E. Townsend, in Pocomoke
City, Md. This is as fine a load of
stock as was ever brought to this
section.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1922-02-04

Lady Diana Duff-cooper, formerly
Lady Diana Manners, daughter of the
duke and duchess Of Rutland, has
long been known as EngIand's most
beautiful woman. She was the first
British woman of title to enter the
"movies" She recently completed her
first work as a film actress in large
production in natural colors.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1922-02-04
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 8, 49,
TERMS OF SALE

On all sums of $40 and under, the
cash will be required. On sums over
that amount credit of four months
will be given, the purchaser to give
bankable note with approved So
curity.
Evening star., 1922-04-13
BUREAU TORE0PEN
Ii NEXT SATURDAY
Inventory Work Moves More
Rapidly Than Expected,
Says Director Hill.

The bureau of engraving and print
ing. which has been closed down in
about three-fourths of its divisions
since last Saturday. for the purpose
OF inventory, will resume activities
in all divisions on Saturday morning.
Director HNl announced today.
Unusual progress had been made on
the inventory being taken under d.
reetion Of special Treasury COM
agents. 1t was explained. and the
bureau will be enabled to reopen
much earlier than had at first been
anticipated.
The frat estimates by officials had
been placed at q full week to ten
days. for taking of the inventory. the
nrst ever made under similar condt-
tions in the history Of the plant. II
was the fiFst time that the big money
factory had been closed for inventory.
Estimates OF experts at first placed
the time at SIX week days and two
Sundays As the minimum, while some
oAcia1s at the Treasury thought il
might require ten days,
No preliminary report will be made
mittee. it was announced by high
oMcials At the Treasury this morn
ing. No preliminary report Of any
kind has been yet turned in to Of
ficials from the committee, and it Is
expected that several days will
elepse after the conclusion of the
werk of the Investigators before the
There were no further sudden de-
Vslopments today in the bureau situa-
tion, which has been exceedingly
sensitive since the dismissal recently
of former Director Wilmeth, and
about thirty assistants.
Evening star., 1922-04-13

Arthur Of Dragon. republican msmber
Of The naval committee. in announcing
thet he would OFFER an amsndment pro-
viding for $4,000 men, told the House
1t ought not shift the responsibility
Of writing the bill to the shoulders OF
the SenAte.
There was 2 constant squsbble over
the enlisted strength Of the British and
Japanese nAvies. the statenant beins
repeatedly made and denied that their
figures were greater than those al
lotted the American Navy under the
hill. Representative Rogers. repuhli1
can. Massachusetts,. intimated that the
committee had obtained IT'S estimates
Evening star., 1922-04-13
WASHINGTON. THURSDAY

said but our hill viii pasA"
Sugg~stfons were made from some
quarters that the House adjourn over
the Easter holidays but it was op-
posed.
Bill Must stana A. 1t Ii.
Suggestions, that the committee add
a little to it's proposal for personnel
strength OF the Navy were cast aside
BY Chairman Kelley yesterday with the
declaration that the bill had to stand
or fall as reported. and that II the en-
would be q record vote In the House.
M0at of the apeechss yesterday were
against the bill Representative Mo-
Evening star., 1922-04-13
NAVAL BILL FIGHT
DELAYED IN HOUSE
Adjournment Taken Today
Because of Death of Rep
reSentative brinson.

The big fight expected to come up
in the House today over the personnel
section Of the naval appropriation
bill went over until tomorrow, be-
cause Of the death of Representative
Crimson of North Carolina.
House leaders in announcing deci-
sion to adjourn for today. said the
bill would be taken up tomorrow, with
the prospect Of reaching a vote De-
fore night on an amendment to IN
crease the enlisted strength from
5000, as fxed by the measure, to
$4,000. The amendment also will pro-
vide for 5000 apprentice seamen.
against 2.eoO. - recommended by the
committee.
Despite claims by big navy" men
that pledges enough had been obtain
ed to assure adoption of their amend
ment. Chairman Madden of the appro-
priation committee. declared the bill
would go through as framed.
II am not making predictions as
to the number of votes" the chairman
Evening star., 1922-04-13
CONTINUE WATER. FIGHT.
Hillsdale citissns Want Facilities
for Barry Farm,

Continuance of its fight for water
and sewage facilities in Barry Farm,
Anacostia. was agreed upon at the
hast meeting Of the Hillsdale Citizens
Association.
A committee composed OF H: r.
Queenan, Allen +. Jackson ana Rev
A. c., Smith was appointed to ar
range for an interview with the
Commissioners to take up this matter;
The committee was instructed to OBJ
tain necessary data also. for re-
numbering houses in Barry Farm
west of Nichols avenue.
The association went on record as
indorsing the Capper bill for in.
creaseS In salaries of school system
employees.
The following officers were installed
for the coming association year: DR.
r. H. Shipley. president: livery Brown
vice president: j. H. Dale. jr.. secre'
tAry; Charles H. Joy, treasurer; ]. L
Chambers. chaplain, and Rev. A. c
Smith. sergeant-at-arms.
Evening star., 1922-04-13

from the British embassy here.
Mr.. Macarthur said last night 1874
members had given Z pledge se sup-
port his amendment, Tslegrams have
been sent, 1t was said. TO memhers from
eastern states absent from Washington
to return at once In anticipation Of an
early vote.
Evening star., 1922-04-13

In Holland. Easter eggs are used
for gambling. Placed end to end.
they are knocked one against the
other. The loses Is the player whose
egg is broken, and he has to pay
whatever sum is at stake
Evening star., 1922-04-13
TRANSFERRED TO BOSTON.

Sergt. Alvin Williams, detached en-
listed mems list, in this city, has been
ordered to Boston for duty as sergeant
instructor Of infantry, Massachusetts
National Guard.
Evening star., 1922-04-13
SENT TO ANNAPOLIS.

Lieut.. Lyle J. Roberts. Naval Medical
Corps, at the Naval Medical Schoot this
city. has been assigned to duty ut the
Annapolis Naval Hospital,
Evening star., 1922-04-13
Easter Silk Hosiery

"Phoenix" Silk Stockings. incom-
parable for style and quality.
Another big shipment Just arrived.
$l.M. $l.55, $z.l0, sass,
sass Pair
Extra heavy weight silks, with
ssam-b.sk; look Ike fuil fsshiopea, nee
Gray, silver. Chestnut. Rose, Cordo.
Alse Two-tens Fiber silk q zS
SPorts e6scta' ............:. S~
*Oayx" AIl.silk Stockings, with
Pointsx heels. and several other
we'll knawn makes. in Polo Gray,
Raias. Cerde and Black. Medium or
light weight SILKS, also Chif- %3
Evening star., 1922-04-13

Full fashioned Silk Stockings,
Onyx" "Medallia." and other brands.
Extra heavyweight silk. Black,
Beige. Nude. Beaver. Polo. Chestnut,
Rose and other popular dress e. 1x
: and sports colcrs. Special.
"Kayser" lace effects, very attrac-
tive. Gray, Beige. cordo and Black.
Also "Rolsttes" with dainty silk
ribbed. turn-down tops, In Beige, e.
Gray and Black .............. w
Dainty lace clock effects, in Polo,
Beige. Cordo and eIRn
Black
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
1T THE ALDuNF

A we'll varied bill Ia offered at the
Aldine Theatre. Market at Eighth
street. The Stanley Hughes Com
pany offers a pretentious revue. in
which there is n pleasing blend OF
comedy. singing and dancing. A
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
The LhPSfdl@e

pianologue also adds 10 the enjoy
ment OF the act.
THE Petticoat Man" n clever
sketch. which tells an amusing story
and shows the foolish predicament
into which the unthinking can blum
der Irving and Elwood present a
musical novelty entitled "A Bouquet
OF Song" Berry and Bonnie are seen
In what they term a dainty revuette,
which includes new songs and up
to-date dances; Mack and Spencer
give a budget OF new songs and
comedy sayings and the Celestial
Troupe give an ambitious exhibition
OF juggling. conjuring and acrobatic
feats.
The feature picture Is 'one OF un-
usual interest and has for It's leading
player. the popular Earle williams
u Is called THE Man From Down
ing Street" and tells an absorbing
story in which mystery, romance
and adventure are skilfully blended
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
SEARCHLIGHTS NEXT
FOR CITY FIREMEN

For the purpose OF saving as much
property as possible during nres the
Department OF Public Safety has de-
cided to purchase a supply of can
vas or duck covers to spread over
the stocks OF stores. The matter was
discussed after presentation by Chief
Lutz yesterday afternoon. who called
attention to the successful use OF
such covers In a recent nre. All Of
the companies are now equipped
with such covers, but have not
enough for use at = big fire. Chief
Lutz was directed to obtain samples
and prices.
The directors also approved Of the
plan of Chief Lutz, who stated that
three powerful searchlights are
needed by the Bureau OF Fires and
suggested that department mechanics
could remake old lights in their pos
sssion at cost OF SAT whereas new
lights would cost s75 each. on mo-
ton OF General Wickersham, Chief
Lutz was given power to act in the
matter.
The directors approved plans Of
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
AT THE SAVOY.

THE sin Of Martha Queed," which
is now showing at The Savoy Thea
tire and remaining for the balance OF
the week, is a perfect example OF
screen drama. And it ia to Allan
Dwan 10 whom all credit must be
given. He directed II from his own
story--a story so dramatically pow
erful that II tears the heart out
OF you. He wisely chose cast Of
all star magnitude. His scenes are
Of natures most noble handiwork.
Mary Thurman is unaffected as Mar
tina Queed. whose sin only existed
In the mind OF her suspicious father.
Not since the Miracle Man" has
Joseph ]. Dowllng had such a role
az that OF Martha's father. while
frankie Lee. the cripple kid OF the
Miracle Man" has a most unusual
dramatic part Niles Welsh. Eu-
gene Bresserer. Frank Campeau. and
George Hackadorn round out won
derfu1 cast.
snub Pollard In The Anvil
Chorus" and "Blll and Bob" in Pos
sum adventures" are the added num-
bers.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
AT THE GARRICK.

That madcap comedienne, Polly
Moran. Is vigorously entertaining the
Garrick audiences by her spirited
comedy in a monologue act.
Polly, Who used to be in the
movies" generously and without
venom satires her associates in the
picture profession and in so doing
gives the vaudeville audience many
bits OF comedy at the expense OF
their celluloid favorites.
Sidney Charters. a real Legitimate
actor, and his company appear in q
sketch called Across the River"
The dancing genius and whirlwind
grace OF Ryan, Weber and Ryan Is
likewise outstanding,
Johnnie Walker and Edna
Murphy In a typical spring play
What Love VIII Do" is the photo
play feature that closes tonight al
the Garrick.
IAN Artistic Treat" in the way oi
a high-ciass posing act is listed high
among the features on the new bill
at the Garrick tomorrow.
Maurice Flynn has reached star
dom and his first stellar photoplay
feature II "Bucking the Line" II
which no will be seen at the Gar
rick tomorrow. "Bucklng the Line
IL a romance OF the modern West
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
LAUREL HIGH WILL
NOT HAVE TEAM

Special TO The Evening Journal.
LAUREL. March 2s.-Laurel High
School will be without a baseball
team this season. due to the schol-
astic standing OF several OF the most
promising candidates for the team.
Coach Phil" Marvil made this
announcement this week. stating
that It would be impossible to place
a formidable nine on the diamond
this year with the services OF prob
ably the best players lost on account
OF their standing in the school work.
Last year the High School team,
under the coaching OF Robert s.
Brock. Agricultural Instructor IN the
High School, made a good record
winning the championship Of Sussex
county.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
AT THE QUEEN.

Betty Compson in the role OF
Gypsy Babbie. made famous about
twenty years ago by the immortal
Maude Adams. Is appearing In THE
Little Minister" at the Queen The
atre. The picture which finishes its
engagement today was adapted from
Sir James NJ. Barrie's play OF the
same name.
Tomorrow the change In the pro-
gram brings Ann Forrest in that
special feature, Loves Boomerang. ="
to the Queen.
In Loves Boomerang" Miss For
rest will be seen as the adopted
daughter OF a young painter. The
two. when the girl was a child,
roamed together for several years
with a circus. Their gypsy-hke life
led to many happinesses but the
time when both realized their mutual
love brought them trouble and
despair instead OF eternal Joy. The
story ends very satisfactorily after
many things come TO pass.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29

Miriam Cooper lovely beauty and
actress. Is to play the lead. In the
production she takes the part OF a
Spanish senorlts and invests the
role with such an air OF sincerity and
fidelity that II becomes a classic In
hlstrionic powers. "Serenade"
breathes out the romance OF a
tropical moon and a scented night
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
AT THE MAJESTIC.

The best qualities OF the feminine
character are brought out in mo
Woman Knows" the special feature
now at the Majestic Theatre. The
attributes that make her mans SUI
perior IN kindness and in sacrifice
are extolied in this story.
Fanny. Herself" is the heroine.
The public FIRST met her when Edna
Ferber introduced her through the
medium OF the book named for her.
Fanny grew up and was reared on
sacrifice and self-denial. Her girl
hood and young womanhood was
attuned to the chorus OF give, Give
and Give Some More" For love
Fanny gave all and yet her heart
was hungry for q love that would
give her something to be happy over
and the spectator feels glad when
she gets her reward IN the love OF
a clean-minded young newspaper
man
Mabel Julienne Scott az Fanny Is
the character in flesh and blood. HeI
work is but the mirror OF the per
sonality she represents.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29

Chief L..z for the cooperation OF
the department In the Cleanup
Week" campaign. The plans con-
template the use OF the OF platoon
in each OF the companies during a
part OF each day OF the campaign.
The nremen will aid in directing the
cleaning squads. They will also su-
perviso the work within the confines
of their districts.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
REDUCE YOUR FAT
WITHOUT DIETING

Years ago the formula for fat reduc-
ton was 'diet"-"exercise." Today II
is Take MarmolR Prescription Tab
let's" Friends tell friende--these friends
tell others. They eat substantial food
live as they like and still reduce stead
lily and easily without going through
long sieges Of tiresome exercise and
starvation diet. Marmola Tablets are
sold by all druggists the world over, al
one dollar for a case, or n you prefer
you can order direct from the Mar
mola Company, 4si2 Woodward Ave.
Detroit, Mich.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
For Raw Sore Throat

At the nrst sign Of a raw, sore
throat rub on nttle Musterole with
your fingers.
It goes right to the spot with a
gentle tingle, loosens congestion,
draws out soreness and pain.
Musterole is a clean. white oint-
ment made with oil OF mustard. 1t
has all the strength OF the old fash
ioned mustard plaster without the
blister.
Nothing like Musterole for croupy
children. Keep Il handy for in
stant use. IS and SIS cents in jare
and tubes; hospital size. 81.
Better Than n Mustard Plaster.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
AT THE ARCADIA.

A murder mystery, thrilling and
banning in its complications. Is dis
closed in Nobody" the present fea-
ture offering al the Arcadia Theatre.
Jewel Carmen is the star OF the
picture, playing the role OF little
Mrs. Smith. the victim OF aphssia,
or loss OF memory. The young bride
was implicated In a murder but was
unaware OF her part In the crime
because OF this affiiction.
A romance from sunny Spain is
"Serenade," the attraction for the
Arcadia beginning tomorrow.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
".IENNY LoNEsn GOES TONIGHT

JENNY JONES" GOES TONIGHT
The final performance OF Jenny
Jones'" with Marjorie Rambeau as
the star, will take place at the Play
house tonight. This attraction, which
opened in Baltimore last week, goes
to Atlantic City, n. j.. following its
local engagement. While in Balti-
n@ore, the show played TO very large
houses and during its local stay Il
has pleased many theatre-goers OF
this city.
The production goes 10 New York
City, following Its Atlantic City en-
gagement. and from all indications
will be good for a long run in thai
city.
Evening journal., 1922-03-29
SPECIAL MATINEEs

Although the circus has not yet
come 10 town. It's many PLEASURES
and thrills will be ready for the en-
joyment OF the kiddies az the Queen
Theatre in the picture. Loves
Boomerang, which commences to-
morrow.
Much OF the story Is set in the at
Evening journal., 1922-03-29

mosphere OF the circus tent and in
order that the entertainment may be
placed within easy reach OF all
youngsters the management has ar
ranged for two special after-sch Dol
matnees for the children tomorrow
and Friday. Youngsters will be sd-
mitted 10 all parts OF the theatre for
ten cents
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1922-06-10
DELEGATES NAMED FOR
THE LEGION CONVENTION

Delegates appointed to the Ameri-
can Legion convention to be held
in Carson City on July % and 25
inclusive, have been announced by
members of the local post. They
are w. J. Pike, L. O. Hawkins and
c. w. Guthrie, with substitutes as
R. G. Stitser, Tiffany Poulin and
Herman Marker.
This convention is to be re-
presented by all the posts of Ne
vada and besides attending to busi-
ness matters, the delegates are to
have splendid program which will
include lot of fun. Among other
business matters, they expect to
elect delegates to attend the ma
tional convention to be held in New
Orleans, and to elect state officers
for the ensuing year. 1t is expected
that some changes will be made in
the American Legion constitution.
The convention was held at Lake
Tahoe last July and this post was
represented by w. J. Pike.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1922-06-10
CLAIMS RESOLUTION
WAS NOT JUSTIFIED

Santi Arriola, hotel man of Para
disc Valley, was in Winnemucca
yesterday to protest against a reso-
luton passed at the last meeting
OF the board of county commits
sioners in regard to cleaning up a
pig pen on Arriola's property in
Paradise. Arriola claims to have
cleaned up the offending pen prior
to the time that the resolution
was passed, and states that his
hotel premises are in frst-class
sanitary condition. Arriola con-
tends the resolution and publication
of same to be detrimental to his
business and uncalled for.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1922-06-10
MRS. HOSTETTER TO
SPEAK TO YOUNG PEOPLE

The interest in her message has
been such that Mrs. Hostetter has
consented to remain in Winnemucca
as long as she can, which will be at
least for another Sunday.
Sunday morning her sermon
theme at the Carlson chapel will be,
"The Trousseau of the Bride of
Christ"
At o'clock she will speak on the
subject, "The Fork of the Road"
This sermon will be illustrated by
the touching and helpful story of
Cheyenne Bill, the terror of the
plains" taken from a personal ex-
perience of the evangelist. All will
be interested and helped by the
evening message, but it will be par
ticularly attractive to the young
people. There will be special music
by a newly organized choir, besides
solos and duets.