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The Delta independent., 1923-03-16
Hotehkl,. School Note,

notchkioo oCnoot Noteo
Now that the basketball season Is
over. the boys are showing great In
terest in baseball. Quite a number
reported and are practicing daily.
The third quarter exams are to be
held in the High School and Junior
High Schools here this Thursday and
Friday.
Our debaters meet the winners OF
the Meeker- -Gunnison contest in the
18th Of this month. It is not yet
known where they will meet. II our
girls win this contest there will be a
good chance for them to go to Boul-
der to compete for the state champion.
ship.
The tennis courts OF our High
Schools are being put into condition
and will soon be ready for use. To
defray the expenses OF repairing. a
fee Of fifty cents is being charged to
all who use the courts.
The Agriculture Boys and Home
Economics girls went to Lazear last
Friday to attend meeting at the
church. dealing on rations for dairy
cows and sheep and economics in the
home.
Monday. Feb. 26, 1875 pupils were
absent from the Hotchkiss schools on
account OF illness.
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16
MAJOR ACHIEVEMENT
OF CONGRESS

No other Congress in American his
tory has accomplished so much as
that which recently adjourned. TAX
ing the record of Congress. together
with that of the executive depart
ments this Republican Administra.
tion has to its credit in the first two
years of its incumbency the following
major achievements:
Termination of the Democratic de-
flation by reviving the War Finance
Corporation, liberalizing credits and
in creasing the funds OF the Farm
Loan Board.
Repeal of some Federal taxes and
reduction of others, thus lessening the
tax burden about one billion dollars
annually.
Negotiating of the treaties settling
controversies in the Pacific and pro-
viding for limitation Of armaments.
Enactment of a tariff law protect
ing American industry against de-
structive competition yet promiting
both imports and exports.
Funding of the British debt on
terms satisfactory to both Great Bri-
tain and America. and stabilizing
world finance.
Enactment of the Budget law and
establishment of the system in sue
cessful operation.
Creation of the Veterans Bureau
and appropriation of $500,000,000 an
nually for soldier relief work.
Restriction of immigration to a 8
per cent basis, shutting out hundreds
of thousands of undesirables
Legislation placing the meat pack
ing industry under Federal supervis-
ion.
Enactment of law establishing a
system of farm credits.
Ratification of the Columbian Trea-
ty terminatingNa controversy between
Columbia and the United States.
Reduction of the army to 125,000
enlisted men and the Navy to $4,000.
Authorization of appointment of
twenty-four additional Federal Judges
to relieve congestion in the Federal
Courts.
Enactment of the Maternity law
which is expected to result in saving
the lives of 10000 infants annually.
Enactment Of legislation controlling
speculation in grain.
Market value of Liberty Bonds
brought approximately to par.
Deficit in the postoffice department
reduced fifty per cent.
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16
HOTCHKIss
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Mrs. Paul Swisher left last week for
Ninot Colo, to visit her parents.
Percy Geluicks is assisting the Tay-
lor Furniture Co., during his spare
time.
Mrs. Glen Taylor burned her hand
quite badly last week by overturning
some hot lard.
Mrs. ]. ]. Williams arrived from
California last week, where she spent
the past winter.
Catherine Reynolds left for Gunni-
son Sunday to resume her studies at
the state normal.
The many friends of Mrs. Freda
Dunn will be sorry to learn Of her
critical condition at present.
Henry Vail who has been sojourn-
ing in California the past winter is
here looking after business interests
Carl Bradford has moved his fam
lily to the Davis ranch on Barrow
Mesa and will proceed to begin farm
ing.
Teddy Evans has been appointed
night marshal of Hotchkiss. Law
breakers beware of Teddy the Ter
ror."
c. A. Bradford, who located on the
Busey in his farming operations this
season.
Judge Mcleod of Leadville, made
his annual visit here this week. The
Judge has ranch interests on Fruit
land Mesa
Mrs. Fred Sanderson, Grand Mat
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16

this vicinity, residing few miles
east of tiwn, gave up the struggle OF
life last Monday night. after brave
fight for existence, covering a period
of several years. The cause OF Mr.
COUGHS death was from the attack Of
several paralytic strokes within the
past several years. Mr.. Couch was a
loyal citizen and good neighbor.
He was born at Rock Island. ILL.,, Dec.
3, 1866. Surviving him is his wife and
three children, Edwin, Jr.. Francis and
Loretta. Funeral services were held
in the Baptist church Wednesday af-
tetnoon. Interment at Riverside cem-
etery.
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16

friends OF the bereaved husband and
other relatives extend their heartfelt
sympathy.
At this writing we have not learned
OF the funeral arrangements.
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16
Asking About Canning Factory.

Asking About Canning Factory.
An eastern bonding house has writ
ten the Independent for information
regarding the Delta canning factory.
The reorganization Of the canning fac
tory is undoubtedly progressing satis-
factorily and information is likely to
be received here any time that finan-
ces have been agreeably arranged.
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16
Death Of Mrs. critz.

Death-Inevitable Death has knock
ed at the door of the Hutchison and
Critz home. claiming as his own q
beautiful young wife. dutiful daugh-
ter. loving sister and devoted
mother.
Mrs. Ray Critz was taken to the
Delta hospital last Tuesday for medi-
cal attention and consultation. Her
case somewhat puzzled attending ply
sicians, strong symptoms Of sleeping
sickness developed few days pre-
vious to her demise early Thursday
morning.
Mrs. May Critz was daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. II. E. Hutchison and
wife OF Ray Critz OF the Dodge garage.
A heart broken husband and two
year old daughter, father. mother and
sisters survive her. The many
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16
kIALT0 THEATRE
MON, TUES. and WE'D,
March 10, 20 and q
THE STORM


A Universal Jewel. Presented by
Carl Laemmle. A sensational sue.
cess. starring House Peters. vir-
ginia Valli. Matt Moore and a big
special cast. The story of
French Canadian girl in the North
Woods. See the greatest forest
fire ever filmed. Many laughable
Incidents. One OF the biggest spe-
cials Of the year.
international News
Admission 10 and SOC
THURS. and FRI,
Meh 22 and %
FACE TO FACE"
What Next? An Interesting liz.
tie drama.
Comedy-Toonerville Trials.
Buffalo Bill-Friday.
Admission 10 and CSC
SAT-, MARCH ~
VIM. Fairbanks In
"a WESTERN DEMON"
Leo Maloney in
"Here's Your Men"
.-There 10 action In this two-reeIer
News Reel Buffalo Bill
Admission 10 and CSC
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16
MARKET REPORT

The following market quotations
are furnished by courtesy of the
Delta Flour Mills Co., LeMarr & Bell.
Poultry House, and Pure Food Gro
Gerry:
The Delta independent., 1923-03-16

Turkey Red and Maruis Wheat 81 80
Defiance wheat, per cwt. - 1.70
Oats, per cwt. 1.S0
Corn on ear, per cwt. 125
LeMarr G. Bell (whoIesaie)
Hens, per lb. .13
Stays, per lb. .0s
Springers, per lib. -------------- .13
Turkeys, per lb. observation-disclosures Is
Pure Food Grocery (retaiD
Creamery Butter, per lb. ------- .55
Ranch butter per lb. -------- 40
Eggs, per doz. .15
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18
Notice of Forfeiture.

To Bennett James, John Holmgren.
 Charles k Taylor, George w. AL . brecht, and Edward McArdle aud
 Charles Knell, and their and each
 of their heirs, executors admins
 trators, successors in interest, and
 assignss
 You and each of you will please take notice that the undersigned a e0.0wner in placer mining claim No One above Discovery on Moore creek, in the Mt McKinley mining and recording pre- cinct, Alaska, has caused the annual assessment work to be done Oa the above described claim for the years 1920 and 1921, amounting to one hun dred dollars for each year, and for each of said years has paid for said work, including the proportion due from the above named parties; a1.
 And you are further notified that. unless you and each of you pay your proportion of the assessment work done on said ground for each of said years. within ninety days after the last pub lication of this notice, your and each Of your interests in and to said property will become forfeited to the under- signed as provided by Section 2324 of the revised statutes of the United States and amendments thereto.
 JOSEPH H. SMITH. Date of first publication, June g, 1923. Date of last publication, Sept. 8, 1923.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18
She Stakes Last Sock
 Upon Game of Poker

Chicago.-Fortunately, the police ar rived just in time today to save Miss Irene McGeary, who was playing ''strip poker" with Louis Peterson and Her. bert Hines. She had just lost her re- maining stocking, and was down to g very short skirt of vivid green hue.
 Neighbors on the first and third floors had complained to the police that a poker game was in progress. When two officers arrived to investigate, Pc terson had just won Miss MeGeary's s last stocking Both men had lost everything but their underwear. Pe- terson, who had the largest proprietary interest in the winnings, had staked @ hat against Miss MeCreary's single re- maining garment when the police called all bets off.
 After the three had reattired them selves in their profits and losses, they were escorted to q police court and tined 85 each for disorderly conduct.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18
Suicide at Bethel; In-
 fant Burned to Death

At Bethel, few days ago, says lJoe Oates. a native woman committed sui eide by hanging herself. The deed was accomplished by means of 8 dog rope, with q snap at each end. One end of the rope was snapped around a cabin rafter, q sliding moose having been per feeted with the snap aad the other end of the rope. The woman had been dead only few minutes when the hanging body was discovered.
 A few miles below 0hagamGte an other sad incident occurred Three women, one with an infant, were out burying Stopping to make tea the infant was placed jn an improvised bed few feet distant. After their tea the women, leaving gae infant, continued in quest of their berries. Returning in couple of hours the charfed re- mains of the little one were found, the ire having nude a clean sweep for many feet from its starting point
 A couple of buildings were destroyed and several dogs burned to death a few days ago at naglva village ooJ lar above Georgetown. The natives were attending 8 gathering few miles way at the time, and 6he dogs. tied so their nests. were Hna6te 70 escape
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18
Lower River Notes.

Barney Walsh on Crooked creek, is short of water and had had no cleanup up to 8 few days ago, according to Joe Kermend, a recent arrival from the lower river, who left lest week for his home at Flat.
 Captain Geger has the contract to construct the new schoolhouse at Bethel. The structure will be located next to Johnson's roadhouse, and will cost about SI100.
 Harry Stevens has large supply of hydraulic pipe at the mouth of Crooked creek for use in his mining operations.
 Matt DeCourcey, who has cinnabar mine at the head of Idtarod river, came up from the lower river and got off ab the mouth Of Crooked creek.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18
Notice Of Appointment. l.

Estate If Henry Jung. deceased. Bertha Jung has been appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of Henry Jung late of Kuskok vim precinct, Foarth division, Territory Of Alaska, deceased.
 Dated at Napamute this 26th day of June, A. D. 1923
 GEO. w. HOFFMAN,
 Probate Judge of said Precinct.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

The many friends of Abe Weiss, for mer Idiaarod merchant, will be Hlaasad to know Jhat he has entirely overcome the sleeping sickness, with which he was afflicted for several months at se- attle. In a letter to Grant Muraock, Ar. " eiss, who is at present. ID Cali ioruia1 states 6hat he has fully racov- cred from his long illness and that be Wislas t3#be remembered to all 0. aiz 0Id-tlme friends
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

London.-The Duke of Orleans, who would be king of France today if roy ;alty had survived, is confined in a pri- wate house located in the suburbs of
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

Detroit.-Henry Ford today instruct. ,ed his office to furnish bail for Mrs. Katherine Gorka, who killed her hus- band, Frank, because he had purchased a Ford auto instead of a Buick ma. chine with their savings.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18
Photographic Ticks.

Seattle. e.-James P Agnew, deputy city comptroller, died today
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

Seattle Ground was broken today flor the four million dollar Olympic hotel
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

Seattle,-With q east of ten thousand singers, the Actors Historical Pageant of America opens here tonight.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

London, ander the care of four physi- clans and several auendaats.
 Los Aneeles.-Reports that the Pan ana canal has been closed by land slide are contained in a radio message received here today.
 5eatf'e.-rhe aotasship Kennecott, which the owners announced would go i11o the Alaska trade, was chartered today for Japan, and ~ill, there load for Europe.
 London.-An attempt is being made to set up a republic in Greece, Mac Neil, under secretary of foreign afTairs, stated in the House Of Commons, this afternoon.
 London.-h motion of Ramsey Me Donald, Laborite leader, for d world conference for the limitation of arma- ments, vas defeated in the House of Commons tonight
 Colorado spriug- = Mary, the IT. yea-old daughter of Judge 5. ". Will , kinsoa. Of Memphis, Tenn, vas killed when a rock slide threw her over d I75- foot cliff in Rock Creek canyon, today.
 olulu. immediate removal of La, Id Wood as governor general of the Philippines is asaed in a resolution adopted today at meeting of two thousand Fii.ptuas. residents of the jslaod oi Hawaii.
 l Mauila.-Johe Lelere wealthy Bel eian aviator announced today that in i order to win a wager os half million francs be will. as seoa as the typhoon l season is over, attempt flight to cross Siberia, Alasta aud Canada. Knoxville. Tean.- Rev James Hale, 8 8ap5ise m.ui4. er was shot and killed ] this afternoon as b. gas stiag on the river bank. fishing. Hbe killing was the work ef maouibia=rs agaiust whom 1 the minister had eQCa wa2ing war i New York. - Announcement was
 made today Of Ffapos5d flight around the world by group of six army ! planes, whica will nop of from New York, traXel.ag lae easJ way around. and crossing the Pacific via the Aleu- tian islands
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

New York.-TWenty-three persons were killed in auto accidents in New Rork, Indiana and Missouri, today
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

Port Washington, N. Y.-Lieutenant Rutledge Divine this afternoon estab- lished record for seaplanes of I70 miles an hour.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

Colorado Springs. - Mary, the IT. yeal-ojd dauEaterot Judge S ". Will
 kinsoa. Of Memphis, Tenn, vas killed when rock slide threw her over a l75- foot cliff in Rock Creek canyon, today.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

Los Angeles.-William L. Cross, an aerial photographer, and an unidenti- flied woman were killed when their 'aeroplane crashed to the ground this afternoon.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

.0IulQ. -ImmeQ.aIe removal q Lee Id Wood as governor general of the Philippines is asked in a resolution adopted today at meeting of two thousand tii.E,uas. residents of the isla1d oi Hawaii.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

San Francisco.-Thomas F. F'elinn, former publisher and editor of the Wasp killed himself in the Olympic Club rooms, today.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

tItby CClu uJGIOlIGIs uIGu bOQdy.
 Seattle. Ground was broken today flor the four million dollar Olympic hotel.
 Seattle With q east of ten thousand singers, the Actors Historical Pageant ,of America opens here tonight.
 New York.-Twen5y-three persons were killed in auto accidents in New Rork, Indiana and Missouri, today
 Port Washington, N. Y.-Lieutenan5 Rutledge Divine this afternoon est4b- lished record for seaplaues of I70 miles an hour.
 San Francisco F. Felinn, former publisher and editor of the Wasp killed himself in the Olympic Club rooms, today.
 Seattle.-Ihe Hotel PhiIson was de- stroyed Sunday morning by fire. Ho- Imer Felts, former principal of the Por- tterVille schools, perished in the flames.
 Chicago. Twenty-Five of the largest crude oil producing concerns of the country decided today to shut down for a 60 day period, in order to maintain prices.
 New York.-Senator Hiram Johnson eof California, returned from Europe to- day. He declined to say whether he would strive for the presidential nom- nnation.
 Los Angeles.-William L. Cross, an aerial photographer, and an unidenti- fled woman were killed when their 'aeroplane crashed to the ground this
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

5eatt'e.--The a0taaship Kennecott, which the owners announced would ge il1o the Alaska trade, was chartered today for Japan, and ~iH. there load for Europe
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

London. ander the care of four physi- cians and severn attendants
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

Los Angeies.-Reports that the Pan ana canal has been closed by land slide arc contained iu a radto message received here today.
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

Seattle,-Ihe Hotel PhiIson was de- sstroyed Sunday morning by fire. Ho. mer Felts, former principal of the Por. tterville schools, perished in the flames
The Kusko times., 1923-08-18

London.-An attempt is being made to set up a republic in Greece, Mac Neil, under secretary of foreign affairs stated in the House of Commons, Uni. afternoon.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1923-10-11
Palmyra Grange Has Fair

Palmyra Grange held it's cattle
show and fair Saturday, September
20. The weather was all that could
be asked for, and the crowd CON-
menced to gather early. The dis
play in the hall was fine. There
were several fine exhibits of fruit, We
getabfes and canned goods.
Tuyler Rich of Newport was there
and filled long table with all kinds
of fine garden produce. There was
the table with dairy products. The
fancy work deserves special mention,
as there were, fine displays of both
embroidery and crochet work.
There were number of quilts, and
a fine exhibit of braided rugs by Mrs.
John Robinson Mrs. L. NJ. McCabe
had large display of cut flowers.
The Palmyra Extension Service dem
onstrated their work for the past year,
with an exhibit which included a
freless cooker, dress form with dress
made and fitted on it, petticoat, sew
ing kit, etc. For those interested
around to the sheds, and you could
see a fine exhibit of thoroughbred
Holsteins, by Chas. Hubbard and c.
Fl. Johonnett & Son.
Grade Mich COWS exhibited by
Henry Towle, thoroughbred Guernsey
bull by James Robinson. Pigs ex-
hibited by Oscar Merchant. Geese by
Charles Bryant. There was a pull
ing match, potato race and sack race.
L. w. Frost was there, and sold ice
cream, confectionery and soda. Din
ner was served at noon. A baby show
was held in the afternoon. The
evenings entertainment consisted Of
music by an orchestra of seven
pieces from Pittsfleld, song by H. l..
Clifford, Hartland; reading, Harold
Furbush; song, Rose Leighton; song
by Cora and Catherine Brewer; read
ings, C. Fl. Folsom; song, Mr.. and
Mrs. Clifford. Several selections by
Mr.. Reed, ventriloquist. A Min
uette entitled 1.-THE Old Maids Tea
Party" by four ladies.
The entertainment closed with a
social
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1923-10-11

The schools are having vacation
this week.
MIR. and Mrs. William Corson and
family of Pennington were visiting
Mrs. Corsons parents, Mr.. ana MRS
Walter Thompson, Sunday.
Mrs. Mary Thompson who has been
spending two weeks with her daugh-
ter, Mrs. George Moulton has return
ed to her work In Skowhegan.
Grant Witham and wife. Emma stew
ems and Susie Thompson, attended a
Grange meeting at North Arson last
Wednesday evening.
The Grange at Scion are to have
an old fashioned dance, Friday
evening, October 10.
Marcia Hilton is spending her yaca-
ton with her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Harry Hilton.
Harry Hilton is pressing his straw.
Zina Witham is helping him.
Mr. and Mrs. Grant Witham. Lizzie
Witham, Susie Thompson and Emma
Stevens attended the Pomona Grange
at Norridgewock Tuesday.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1923-10-11
MERCER

Mrs. Charles Corson entertained
company Sunday.
Robert Haran of Fairfield was in
town last week making repairs on the
Whitcomb house on Beech Hill.
Ansel Nickerson and family went
on an automobile trip to kingfield
Sunday.
Mrs. Winnie clifford is visiting at
The home of her parents, Mr.. anu
Mrs. j. II. Stevens.
Mrs. Fred Hatch, Miss Rachel Wade
and girl friend from Wateryille Wis
tied at w. G. Wade's last week.
Mrs. Sanborn Drawn and little son
of Augusta visited friends in town
last week.
Roy Stevens Dis in failing health.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clyde Hersom expect
to leave town this week for Vassal-
boro, where they are going to work in
the mill.
Walter Ladd was quite i'll last week.
Mrs. Albert Mcmahon is little i'm
proved in health.
Mrs. Charles Corson visited her
daughter in Norridgewock, the last
of the week.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1923-10-11
HARMONY

Several from here attended Pomona
Grange at Hartland October 3rd
Miss Inez E. Webster, deaconess
from Vassalboro. occupied the M. +.
pulpit Sunday which was very pleas
ing to her former pensioners.
The quarantine for scarlet fever has
been lifted from Mrs. Eleanor Browns
and the Curtis children are again
boarding there.
James Snowdon and family have
moved into the rent vacated by Rev.
e. B. Turner and family.
The Ladies Aid of the M. e. Church
met with Mrs. Ora Willis Tuesday for
an all day meeting.
Mrs Iona Webb with party from
Groveton, N. H., visited her parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Ora Willis few days
of the past week.
Mrs. Eva Liscomb of Hartland was
In town Monday.
Miss Louise Mccarthy who under
went surgical operation in a Show
hogan hospital several weeks ago is
now at her brothers John here and
improving
Mrs. Eliza Tibbetts is again home
from Dexter where she has been car
ing for her daughter, Mrs. Elmer
Smith.
The family of Ralph Libby is UNI
der quarantine for scarlet fever.
There was no school Tuesday as
the teachers attended the County Con
vention for teachers at Pittsfield.
The Improvement Club held a meet
ing Monday evening after a vacation
of several months.
Mr.. and Mrs. Samuel Willis from
Guilford visited his mother, Mrs
Gertrude Willis, Sunday.