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The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07

once in four weeks he had to preach
nearly every day in the week as well
as on Sunday. About one mile
from one of his churches there lived
a biacksmitn-farme This smithy
was also of the athletic mould and
boasted that he could whip any man
living. He was very wicked and dis
gustingly profane. He held preach
ers of every kind in supreme con-
tempt, but was specially bitter in ha-
tired of Methodist preachers. The
brethren of the circuit warned young
Frost of the old blacksmith and ad-
vised that in going to this particular
church he go another road than the
direct one that led by the black
smiths shop and home. The resi-
dence set back of the shop. The red
blooded young preacher listened to
the advice, but determined to dis
regard it, So when the day arrived
he mounted his sleek steed and set
out for his appointment. When he
came opposite the blacksmith shop,
the smith, who was on the outlook
for him came out and in very pro-
fame language asked who he was.
Young Frost replied, II am the new
Methodist circuit rider on my way to
my appointment; come and go with
me to church" The blacksmith be-
came furious and excessively pro-
fame. mo" said he, Il never go to
church. l despise churches and
preachers, who are all cowardly hyp-
ocrftes, and besides I do not permit
any preacher to come on my prem
ises or to pass this road. No preacher
The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07
THE ART OF MASTERY.
(By MISS HALLE WHITE. }

One of the greatest mistakes the
people of the twentieth century are
making, is that they are trifiing with
too many things and fail to master
any one of them.
Man is placed in this world not as
finality, but as an individual with
unknown, and therefore unemployed
possibilities, until he truly realizes
his ability. And until he catches a
vision of his individual life for which
he is responsible, he is merely CROP
ing through the year, and will never
become the master.
Whether man succeeds or wheth-
er he fails depends largely upon him
self. He must first picture himself
master, before he can become master.
He must first see that ideal for which
he is striving, He must not think OF
himself as being mere worm of the
dust and that it was never intended
that he should become master, but
rather that he is a soul created OF
God possessing great possibilities
that would lie dormant, but for G
realization of them, actuated by
courage, energy, stability, and las
but not least, determination, fol
without these credentials no maj
can succeed.
You may ask the question, "Wh!
is it that some succeed, while other
fail with the same privileges ant
advantages" And the answer woul'
come back, at is because the one ha'
the determination, energy and stabil
ity, and was master of self among tn
The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07

details at the strategic moment, but
not SO with the other" No man may
become master in one day, but it IS
he who tolls, works and labors day
after day that becomes king of his
domain.
We see Beethoven, the great mu-
stefan, sitting day by day at his pi-
ano going over and over the exer-
cises, the result of which is to-day
blessing the world, unsteady speak
ing, but he did not stop at this, for
step by step he slowly climbed over
the difficulties until he reached the
position held in those days. He may
feel that he did not accomplish as
much as he would have liked, but the
world says There is master, there
is man who paid the price" Now
those who fail, fail for the want of
purpose and the lack of energy and
determination.
Many a man has started ont with
all these essentials, but becom es
wearied and tired, gives up his high
ideals, and then when he becomes
old and worn with years he looks
back over his past life with regretful
memories to those golden opportuni-
ties, and says, ooh that had not lost
the vision Oh that had made use
of the talent that God gave to mel"
But with a sad memory of his OPP
portunities he goes down to the grave
with the feeling that his life was
wasted.
Now let me ask you these ques-
lions: Have you an ideal for which
you are striving? Have you the de-
termination to succeed? Are you be.
coming the MASTER?"
The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07
In Loving Memory.

Our precious father, L. F. HALEY,
passed away Jan. /, 1922. A Few
days ago you passed away to take
your peaceful rest. We loved you
dearly, but Jesus loved you best.
Dear father, you are gone, a voice
we loved is still. A place is vacant
in our home which never can be
filled. Dearest one, we did love you,
but God loved you best. We have
been lonesome since he called you
home to rest. But we are striving
to meet you in Heaven, where we
can see you again, where He Will
say, ely wide the everlasting gate
and let my children in" You are
gone but not forgotten, and you new
er will be. We will always remem-
Der you, for you wewant to see. But
when the gates fly wide open and the
saints go marching in, then every
day will be Sunday and Sabbath will
have no end No one knows how
sad and dreary our home has been;
no one knows the pain and misery
our hearts have borne within.
Sleep and take your rest, dear father,
In your grave beneath the sod.
Some day we will meet and join you
In that Heavenly Home with God.
Sadly missed by his children
Written by Mr., and Mrs. OBJ. HALEY.
The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07

and all of his family Joined the
church.
To-day a number of the leading
families and church workers in that
section are descendants of the old
blacksmith.
"The kingdom of heaven suffereth
violence and the violent take it by
force" Nal. 11:12.
The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07
The Commercial, Union City, Tenn
FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 1922.
PIONEER DAYS OF
METHOD1SM
IN WEST TENNESSEE
(By Or. ]. w. BACKYARD, Pastor of
Hays Avenue Church.

(By Or. J. w. BACKYARD, Pastor OF
Hays Avenue Church.
In the year 1906, when l was pre-
siding elder of the Memphis district,
! came in close touch with Rev. Wade
H. Frost, who was then a superan-
nuate in his eightieth year and pass
ed to his reward in 1907. In one of
my visits in Brother Frost's home in
Wingo, KY, l drew from his lips the
following story and obtained his per-
mission to publish it. He gave me
the names of men and places which l
am Withholding and 1 have every
reason to believe that the story
which here reproduce as 1 received
il from him is true in every particu-
lar.
l PROPOSED THRASHING THAT
"BACK-FIRED."
Rev. Wade H. Frost. one Of the
gioneer preachers in the early settle
zent Of West Tennessee. was of ath-
lsrsc mould. six feet and two inches
all and weighing over two hundred
pounds, and not an ounce Of surplus
scsh. In mis- early ministry he was
assigned 10 a large circuit. covering
& wide territory lying east of Reel
foot Lake. In order to get round
The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07

ANY one interested in monu-
ment of any kind will do we'll to
write me for prices; l have furnished
some of the finest work in Union
City which shows for itself. My
prices are reasonable. Now is the
time to make your selection. Can
have it ready to erect when spring
The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07
"coId In the Head"

Ia an acute attack Of Nasal Catarrh. Pefs
sons who are subject to frequent "colde
IN the head" will find that the use q
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE VIII
build up the System, cleanse the BLOOD
and render them less liable to colds.
Repeated attacks of Acute Catarrh may
lead to Chronic Catarrh.
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE is tax:
an the Mucous Surfaces of the System.
All Druggists 75c. Testimonials free;
$1,000 for any case of catarrh thax
HALLS CATARRH MEDICINE VIII mos
r. =. Cheney q Co., Toledo. Ohio.
The commercial. (Union City, Tenn.) 190?-193?, 1922-04-07

opens. Ask my customers about me.
If you buy from me, you will never
regret it. Will appreciate any favor.
H. M. FINLEY,
Stiff Humboldt, Tenn.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12
Askov

An error occurred in the mar
kets of last weeks American in
that the price on rutabagas was
given at $1,000 whereas it should
have been $1,000.
Rev. Ottar Jorgensen of Min
neapolis. came up here Sunday
evening to join Mrs. Jorgensen,
who had come here q few days
previously, in a visit at the home
of her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. N.
is. Petersen.
Carl Miller and family left
Saturday for Minneapolis where
he attended the hardware and
implement dealers convention
Monday and Tuesday and where
they also visited relatives. From
Minneapolis they went on to
West Denmark for a short visit
with their folks.
Miss Anna Laursen returned to
her work as bookkeeper and
stenographer at the American
office Monday. after a two weeks
vacation spent with her mother
at Hibbing, Miss Laursen re-
ports her mother and the small
Ter children as getting along well
up on the Iron Range but that
work up there is generally slack
John w. Thinesen bought 4C
acres of land from H. Simonsen
Monday, the NEa of SW4. Sec
%. T. 43. R. 10. at a consideration
of $1,000. There is a few acre:
cleared on this tract but M
buildings: however Mr.. Thineser
is already busy putting up build
lings. Mr.. Thinesen came Il
Askov about a month ago from
Iowa together with Jens X
Christensen, both being single
men.
Readers of the Duluth Herald
in Askov are pleased to again re
ceive this daily newspaper OF
the afternoon flyer at $50. Thi!
became effective Monday, ar
rangements having been mad,
with the railway mail service t.
throw the bundle of papers from
the fast moving flyer. Asko,
readers enjoyed this service be
fore the war but since then hav,
not received the Herald before
the following day with the earl.
morning mail. Getting it at 5:3'
makes it hot off the press, o.
only about three hours afte1
leaving the press.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12
Appreciation.

Since the burning of our home
and all contents, we have receiv-
ed much help from friends and
neighbors for which we are very
thankful. We also sincerely ex.
press thanks to those who have
SO generously given us food,
clothing, household goods, ETC.,
and for the New Year greeting
accompanied by $40.
Niels p. Petersen and family
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Farm Bureau Membership
The annual membership fee of
S for the year of 1922 is now
due. ! have the membership
cards for the AskOv Unit. Please
send your check. ! also have the
cards for those in arrears for
1921. The secretary for North
Star club, Mr.. Flint, has the
cards for those north. Early at
tention will be appreciated
Ludwig Mosbek. director, Askov
Unit. 64w10-lt
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Knitting-I wish to announce
that l do knitting of hose at my
home. Mems and children's,
from 8 yrs. up, 2Oc; ladies' hose
30c per pair. Yarn to be fur
nished by customer.--Mrs. Fred
JOrgensen, Askov. 37w19-2t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

The automobile driver who
was stuck in the snow near our
place Sunday. Jan. s, will please
return the scoop shovel which he
helped himself to on our farm
Peter Petersen, Askov.
32w19-1t*
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

The annual meeting Of the
North Star Farmers Club will be
held at their hall Friday eve
ming. Jan. Is, at $50 o'clock.
Election of offcers.-C. Flint,
secretary.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Baby Chicks-Hogan strain
White Leghorn baby chicks for
sale, SIP per 100; 1919 more
chicks added to all orders booked
before Feb. 1st. Cash with or
der. Matching eggs, S. per 100.
Satisfaction guaranteed.-Taub-
mans Poultry Farm, Willow Riv-
er, MINI. 4Ow19-3t.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

For Sale-8 or 10 good high
grade Holstein cows, your choice
Of about 20, to be fresh in the
next 60 days, price $50 to S75.-
A. P. Jensen, Northland Stock
Farm, 5 miles north, one west of
Askov, or 3 miles east of Rut-
ledge. 46w19-2t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Charles Dockstader, the piano
tuner, will be in Sandstone and
Askov soon after holidays. Those
wishing to have their pianos
tuned leave name at American
office or write Mrs. Lon Terwile-
gar at Sandstone. 33w19-2t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12
hlah Praisa.

Phil was exceedingly fond Of the
woman who lived next door. She often
asked him to stay for meals. One
day after 4 dinner which be enjoyed
very much. he turned to the man Of
the house and said: "You got q
mighty good home here"
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Gudstjeneste Sendag d. 15de
JAN, Form. Kl. 1890.
Sangaften hos Jens Henriksens
Torsdag Aften d. lode Jan.
s. d. Rodholm.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

The ladies' of the Swedish Viii
stad church meets at the home
of Mrs. Chas. Lindstrom Thurs
day, Jan. 10Th. Everybody wei
come.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

FOR THE WEEK

This column In for free use by
churches. schools. societies. lodges.
ETC.. for the purpose of announcing
meetings where no admission In to
be charged. such meetings as are
held for social or educational pur-
poses and not for pecuniary gain.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

The Willing Workers will meet
with Mrs. l. A. Ecklund Thurs
day, Jan. 10Th.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

For Sale-One bay mare, IL
years old. weighing between
100 and 1900 lbs-J. Aug.
Nielsen. l mile west and q miles
south of Askov.
26w18-tf.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12
For results use the American
Want Ads.

There Is no easier or cheaper
method Of selling than through
the American Want Ad medium.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Askov Live Stock Shippers will
ship carload Of stock on Monday,
Jan. 16. Bring in your listed
stock before $50 A. M.-Hans H.
Sorensen. shipper. 26wl9-1t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Gymnastics for young men
will again commence after the
holiday vacation, on Monday eve
ming, Jan. Is, in the assembly
hall at s o'clock.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

If you want to sell or ex-
change your property for city
home or small farm near Twin
Cities ] can put you in direct
touch with interested parties. No
commission charged, write for
particulars.-R. Nortvig, Bill
Vincent Ave. North, Minneapo-
lis. 41w1J-1t.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

For Sale-Good hardwood cut
up in stove lengths, delivered in
Askov at 81 per wagon box, dou-
BILE. 26 inches.-H. Simonsen,
Askov. 23w19tf.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

DR.. f. c. Roberts, Optometrist
will be at Askov Hotel, Monday,
Jan. 10th. Glasses fitted that
will relieve Eyestrain that
causes Headache, Dizziness,
Floating Spots. Nervousness,
Sore and Inflamed Eyes, Cross
Eyes, Cataract, etc. 35w18-2t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

No Hunting-Notice is hereby
given that no hunting will be
allowed on my farm, one mile
east of Askov.-Lars Rasmussen.
25wl9-1tA
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12
Want Column

RATE esat per were De1 tnsee.
tien. M1nlmum - eenta.
For Sale-Good kitchen cabi-
net, SIS. Cash or tines. D.
RodhOlm, AskOv. 25w19-lt
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Piano Tuning-Chas. Docksta-
der, piano tuner, will be in Askov
again next week. All desiring
service kindly leave word with
DIR. and Mrs. Fenger. 25w19-1t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

For Sale-One stack Of hay on
the Niels Bonde farm. Your
choice of four at $35.-Louis o.
sen, Askov. 25w19-1t
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

For Sale-One young cow,
coming fresh soon. Price $780,
julius Petersen. 2 miles south
of Askov. 25w19-1ts
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1922-01-12

Want Ads work night and day,
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-03-28
WESTERN SPECIES OF
 BASEBALL "ROOKIE"

They are telling: a story about a certain young man on the St. Louis Cardinals which is worth telling. The lad is just a kid trying hard, so his name won't be mentioned. The story, however, iSs true.
 It seems that the lad, a native of St. Louis, was called in to see Hickey, and, as usual, questions were asked.
 Can you hit, young man?" asked Ricke%
 "'Yes, sir, Tcan hit good ?'' was the ready reply.
 Good as McHenry?" said Hickey.
 ''Yes, sir, as good as any one," was the confident reply.
 Can you catch flies, and are you fast?" continued the mana ger.
 .'You bet I can catch them. and I go get them Pm as fast as any one,' the kid said.
 East as Jack Smith?" de- manded the manager.
 Fast as Jack smith," insisted the kid
 s'Judos Priest! He's the fast est man in the Ieague,D exclaimed the astonished Hickey.
 Sfr- Hickey, I'm not sure of him. You see, I never heard of this guy Priest solemnIy declar- GU the boy.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-03-28
1922 BeZI Rinqs For Red And Black Track Athletes
iis-Dewey
 Bowling Team
 In Tournament

Connie Lewis and Lou Dewey are expected to team up as one of the teams that will repre- sent Bridgeport in the Connec- ticut Doubles Duckpin tourna- ment that will get into swing tomorrow night. At a meet ing in Waterbury yesterday it was voted to fix the total prize money at S1 200.
 . It is expected that twelve teams will enter the competition which will include bowlers from this city, Wat erbury, Hartford, New Haven, Bristol, New Britain and possibly other places The winning team will receive S400. Among the out-of-town wood spillers who will be seen In action are Andy pion, Stokes and Knapp from the La fayette alleys in Waterbury, and Harper and Snowman, from the Washington drives, of BrassviIle. Bob Stone and Fred Teller may also roll.
 There's possibility of Bridgeport having more than one team in the competition with such good bowlers as ''B' Harper, Jimmy Kelly, Moss, Sterback, Kaussler. ct al., available.
 The officers of the tournament elect ed last week, follow: Charles John Mahoney, of Bridgeport, secretary and George Rogers of New Britain. treas urer. The cities represented in the meet will be Waterbury, New Haven Hartford, Bridgeport, Meriden, Bris- tol, New Britain and Wallingford.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-03-28
Final ParOchial Cage Tilts Today

Final games in the ParochiaI School Basketball League will be con- tested today, St. Mary's playing the sacred Hearts, while the St. Johh's will lineup against St. Charles. The St Augustines have the championship cinched. Yesterdays Results. Results in the Board of Recreation school basketball league games yes terday resulted in Wheeler defeating Summerfield, 19 to Is, while the Ma plewoods trimmed the Linco1ns, IT to g. The lineup: !.
 plewood.-BuzweH, If; Harrison If; Stewart, C.; Cooper, rg.; Gordon, lg.; DiNems, lg.
 Lincoln.-Svertesky, If; Peet f.; Marsh, C.; Erickson. 1g.; Epstein, rg Wheeler-Whitehea rg.; Blake, IT.; A. Alstrand. C.; Fernando. rg.; Miller. lg.s
 Sum mmerfield.-Smith. rf.: Jackson, If; Brown, e. Shocks, rg.; BlackIi11'
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-03-28
Y. M. H. As Out
 To Win Rubber"

The basketball tilt tonight between the New Y York Silent Five and the !. M. H. A. quint should be a, producer of some real court thrills. The teams have met twice, the mutes taking the first contest, while the Y. NJ $ won the second game. Hence. warm game for the rubber" decision is in sight. Manager Charley Rosenbluh has made arrangements to seat a bumper crowd. In the preliminary game the Y. M, Jrs-, will oppose the Bridgeport High quint, and that should also be a rip Sn Orting contest. The HneupS:
 Silent Separates.-Wo Worze1, If; Je- linek, If; Barr. C.; Hirlands. rg.; Mos Ter, lg. If; Gordon, C.; Fitelson, rg.; Kap1an, lg.
 High SchooI.-Schine, If; Blade, If; Eddy. C.; Dorkin. rg.: Amsel, lg.
 Y. M. H. A, JrS.-H. Schwartz, If; Rakowitz, If; Greenstein, C.; J. Schwartz, rg.; WeXler, lg.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-03-28


 NO soft drinks or refreshments will be permitted. Only drinks in paper cups shall be sold around the hall.
 "Contestants shall not be permitted to wear white tights.
 'sNo boxer can engage in a bout if he has fought five days previous" In his letter, Secretary Castle calls attention to the neglect of local com missions and boxers in observing the previous rules. 'tAu rules,'' he says, twill be strictly enforced and drastic action will follow any violations
 Among the infringements cited are these permits and licenses not car not be exceeded; admission of dead heads Frequently violated;; all data must be filed with State Commission at least five days before a show; rings enclose photos with applications or will be immediately suspended.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-03-28
FIRST SHOT TODAY
 FAVORS SCHAEFER

Chicago March, 2S.-Jake Schaefer, worlds champion 1S.2 billiardist will have an opportunity from his first shot tonight to increase the 34 point lead he established last night over Willie HOppe, former champion, when he, won the first block of their 1900 point, three night, match 500 to 466, round ding out his fifth century with an unfinished run of 34, Schaefer left the balls nicely grouped at the head of the table for his opening shot tonight
 HCppe,in his new role of challeng- CT, and Schaefer displayed billiards last night than ran virtually the gamut of the games possibilities. Hoppe with his old time delicate stroke was the
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-03-28
Sport Snapshots

ANNAPOLIS-The Navy crews are showing great form in their initial workout.
 FAIRIES of organizing a city baseball league is the paramount topic in the sport realm of the French capital.
 NEW ohnny Weism ul1er, IT year old swim champion. yester- day covered 100 yards in an unofficial race against time in 52 4-5 seconds. The worlds record is 53 1-5 seconds.
 PRINCETON-Prin and Penn will play off the tie tonight for the intercollegiate basketball champion ship.
 WICHITA, Kan. - Earl Caddock and Champion Ed CStrangler) Lewis will wrestle for the worlds cham pionship here on April 13.
 CAMBRIDGE hundred track candidates have reported to Coach Bingham. of Harvard. to date.
 NEW YORK-About 25 Columbia gridders have reported for spring football practice.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-03-28
Leopold Beats Reisler.
Old Sport s Say-So

business that there is danger of it ceaSing to be a sport. Huge Stadiuns and crowds even more huge, vast gate receipts and the influence of the trend of the times on the game-these have very nearly forced it out of the hands of those who are supposed to control it's destines. There must be not only . stabiIiZing of the players salaries, but return to sport and sanity oua the part of the club owners Should the ma gnates, through sheer com pulsive measures derived from laws drafted by themselves. stamp out the present agitation on the part of the players and then stop right there, they will established a basis which may for the present be satisfactory to them selves, but they will be piling up trou- ble for the future. They mus go fur ther than that, for they must purge themselves of money madness or stand convicted of hypocrisy and open to attack from the public as well as
 from the players.