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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30
CURTIS 3. IRWIN.

Our Meats OF all brands are
the best money can buy.
Afmouf's Star Ham and Ba-
con, Smithson's Famous Scrap
pie and Sausage.
Always a variety of Fresh
Fruit and Vegetables.
We pay highest cash price
for Eggs.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30

Farm Bureau officials who have
made an exhaustive study of the sit
uation believe that prospects are
brighter for a successful tomato
season in 1928 than for a number of
years.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30

j. C. Emery and family were
Xmas guests OF relatives in Honey
brook.
Samuel T. Kennard and family,
Mrs. Samuel Ewing and family and
Mrs. Annie Ewing, spent Xmas with
John Henry and family, Concord
vile.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30

WANTED-Hear from owner of
good Farm for sale. Cash price,
particulars. 2. F. Bush, Mllllnnnlsap9-
lis. MINI:
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30

forget that this Sunday,
af's Day, there is to be a a
Service at Hopewell M. p.
ii iii the morning and every
Is urged to be present go to
PASTOR Rev. John Clark,
ea a special sermon, Christ
bay Mrs. George w. McCul-
ana Miss Cornelia Abrahams
duet The flowers were furn-
Dy the Embroidery Club and
sent to- Miss Florence Gather
Il the. oldest members OF the
Ia. who has been an invalid for
al years.
.ev. and MIS- Arlo Aryes Brown
sons, OF Chattanooga, Tenn,
were driving to Wilmington to
Christmas with her father,
j. M. Lindale, former pastor
0peweH, took lunch with the
es Abrahams, Saturday:
ss Grace Rawlings, Of Baltic,
ed Mr.. and Mrs. Howard 9,
j.. rs the first of the week.
] Rev. john Clarke, Mrs. Clarke.
Miss Violet and Ridgeway drove to
Wilmington, Sunday evening to
pend Monday with his mother.
Miss Evelyn Williams. of Saulis-
bury Normal School, is at home for
nc holidays
Gele Marshall was called to
], Tuesday by the serious
her sister Mrs. Ruth Lamb.
Charles K. Abrahams, OF
spent the week end with his
and brother.
les Pearl Gather and Mary
81 Wilmington, spent a few
Ri their respective homes.
IsdB Florry, Ola and Mabel
silhol4z, Of baltimore, spent Christ
is With their sisters, at Blooming
lie Fafm.
'Mr. Ross McDougal has purchased
Is. Ida Campbelrs farm.
Mr.. and, Mrs. Ralph w. SINNERS
nd son, Of Baltimore. spent Monday
his mothers, who had all OF her
kildr&n and their families for din
/ hit her4son Floyd, who lives in
rfda.
Mr.. and Mrs, w. p. Thayer, Mr..
b Mrs. Alvin Thayer of Lyons,
N Hampshire, stopped Monday
hight with the Misses Abrahams.
They are driving to Florida for the
balance OF the winter.
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Marshall, Miss
Ida Thompson, Messrs R. B. Mar
shall and VIM. Simcoe spent Sunday
shall and VIM. Surecoe spent Sunday
with Mrs. Marshalis parents, Mr..
and MRS. Joseph Devine at Harris
VILE.
Miss Louise Miller, of Nantucket,
eAlass., is visiting her sister, Mrs. NO
land Campbell.
Miss Mary rawlings, OF Balto.,
spent from Friday to Monday with
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert K. Rawlings.
Mr.. Ernest Cullen went up to Will
mington, Monday bringing his wife
and sons, who have been with ner
nother since early IN OctoDer, Hoilo'
aesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. R. Gibson, John
i'd Rachel, of Glenolden, Pa. visit
Mr.. and Mrs. Carroll E. Tyson this
eek.
Mr. David Gillespie and Miss Ele-
or Gillespie, of Wilmington, spent
mas Day with Mr.. and Mrs.
jackson and Miss M. o. Jack
ii Mrs. H. H. Kirk and Mrs.
.oye attended the funeral Of
ilson, wife of Rev. Daniel
h, OF Centerville, Md, Tuesday
and Mrs. John S. Cullen and
j. Tyson took dinner with
BeEha Tyson, Sunday, at her
ne atsWest Nottingham.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30

Many q man stands on his dignity
without being able to see over the
headsAof the crowd.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30

If man runs into debt he must
either crawl out or ,stay i2.... -
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 81
SPECIAL
MONDAY, JANUARY 2

MJNUA1, JAN AM 2
SPECIAL PICTURE AT REGULAR
PRICE
sgd CHAPLIN
III
THE BETTER OLE
The funniest story that has come
out of the war.
Two Reel Comedy
Admission 10c and Csc.
Shows 7:15 and S:45 O'Clock
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30

AS soon as some fellows get pros
porous they get lazy.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY A
MATINEE LADIES

With
Malcolm McGregor and strong sup
porting cast.
The romance Of cigarette girl
and "Gigolo.'
Pathe Two Reel Comedy
Admission l0c and 25c.
Shows 7:15 and 845 O'Clock
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30

CURTIS +. IRWIN
Corner of Cherry & Queen SITS
Rising Sun Maryland
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1927-12-30
RISING SUN MOVING
PICTURE HOUSE
JOB W. KIRK. Proprietor
FRIDAY, DECEMBER so
Harold Roch Presents Rex, the king
of wild horses

Harold Roch Presents Rex, the king
of wild horses
IN
NO MANS LAW
With
Barbara Kent and James Finlayson
The film, while featuring Rex, the
wild horse, contains humor, pathOs.
thrills and story of value.
Fox Two Reel Comedy
Admission 1Oc and 25c
Shows 7:15 and 8:45 O'Clock
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 81
SPECIAL
KEN MAYNARD
-In-
THE OVERLAND STAGE
The Overland Stage is loaded with
thrills, heart throbs and romance.
Pathe News
Pathe Comedy
Admission zoe and soc
Shows 700 and 8:45 O'Clock
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
SAYS COLUMBUS WAS NOT AN ITALIAN
Spanish Chaplain Sure He was
 Noble Spaniard

Madrid, Spain. May IT UP)- Christopher Columbus was a Span iard of noble birth. not the son of poor Italians, and his name wasn't | Columbus anyway, Monsignor San chez Serrano. chaplain of the Ma tional Church of Spain, believes he has proved by research covering 25 years.
 Mo1signor Serrano planned to re- veal his discoveries in full later to- day in honor of the 25th anniver- sary of King Alfonso's ascent to the throne.
 The churchman said he had proof of his contentious. gained partly from tombstoncs and partly from archives in Rome.
 Columbus was born in the district of EXtremadura, southern Spain, and in his veins was blood as blue as any in the country. Monsignor Serrano said. He declined to re- veal the family name, but said the explorers father became a bishop and his mother was CanoniZed a saint. The mother, he said. was related to the family of the Duke of Alba and Medinaceli. and was the model for a famous painting of the Virgin which now hangs in Rome.
 The generally accepted story that Columbus was born in Genoa. and the less favored belief that he first saw the light in Catalonia, Spain. were both assailed by Monsignor Serrano, who also dealt harshly with the frequently advanced theory that the discoverer of America was a lew
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
F Y. C. 4. NOTES
Physical Department

Schedules for the coming week in the physical department of the local Y. W. c. A. have been announced as follows by Miss Gertrude Fossett, physical director.
 Tuesday: 2:sO to o'clock, senior plunges: 4:15 to o'clock, junior plunges: to 2 o'clock; senior plunges; 6 to 7:3O o'clock, tennis; 7:S0 to S:l5 o'clock. gym games.
 Wednesday: 3 to 3:3o o'clock, tennis; 4:S0 10 o'clock, tennis; 6 to z o'clock, senior life saving prac- tice.
 Thursday: 6 to 9 o'clock. senior plunges: to 7:30 o'clock, tennis.
 Friday: to o'clock, swimming classes.
 Saturday: 9:15 to 10 o'clock, Junior plunges; 10 to II o'clock, junior classes.
 Girls Reserve Department
 The following schedule has been announced by Miss Helen Littell, di- rector of the Girls Reserve depart ment of the Y. w. c. A.
 Tuesday: Cluga club at o'clock, play practice. Sunshine club, sports and scrape books: Pinnacle club at .7:30 o'clock, party.
 Wednesday: Owakiya club at 4 o'clock. discussion and baseball practice. Pocahontas club, baseball
 ThuyS4ay: U. P. D. club at 4 o'clock, finish handcraft work base bal.
 Friday, TshigFa club at { o'clock, bGeohAll,
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
Saturday: Hike if pleasant at
Blue Triangle News

o'clock.
 Blue Triangle News One of the most pleasant events of the club this year was the annual banquet held Thursday evening a, the club rooms. A miniature May Pole formed the table decorations with spring flowers decorating the room, Following the dinner. club songs were given led by Mrs. N. c Curtis. Miss Carlotta Sloper enter tained the girls by telling of her first European trip.
 A short business meeting was held and the following officers were elected: Vera Osma. president; Ce- celia Ralph, vice president: Sophie Hagopian. scretary and Anna Clark, treasurer.
 The schedule for the coming week has been arranged by Miss Laura Weible as follows:
 Tuesday: Former club members who have married are getting to- gether Tuesday evening 10 arrange for club of their own. The first meeting will be held in the club rooms
 Miss Weible is receiving appli- cations for baseball teams now be- ing formed. A new class in ukulele instruction will be formed in the near future if sufficient interest is shown on the subject.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
U. s. w. V. to Get Report
 On Shaft Dedication

A. G. Hammond camp. United Spanish War Veterans. will hold a regular meeting in the camp meet ing room at the state armory tomor- row night at s o'clock. The com- mittee oil the dedication of the Spanish War Memorial will make report Arrangements will also be made for the members to attend the annual department dinner to be held next Saturday at the Hartford club. The national commander in chief and the Cuban ambassador will at- tend the dinner and will deliver ad- dresses which are to be broadcasted by station WTIC.
 The Transportation committee has made arrangements to transport the members of the camp to Hartford next Sunday to participate in the parade and unveiling of the Spanish War memorial in that city.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
Monument to Nungesser
 And Coli Now Planned

Paris. May IT P-A monument to the attempt of Captain Charles Nungesser and Major Francois Coli to fly from Paris to New York, will be erected on the cliffs above the town of Etretat where they left French soil, the International League of Aviators voted today on the anniversary of its foundation.
 The members made clear how ever. that they still hope the pair will be found. Myron T. Herrick, American ambassador, at the open ing of today's ceremony, declared that while nation might compete in sport and science. all were as one in mourning the fate "of the two magnificent Frenchmen.' The Unit ed States, he said. was all prepared to fete them as heroes.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
Mrs. Harry Payne Whitney
 Being Sued for $8O.672

New York, May 1T R-A second complaint. was filed in supreme court yesterday against Mrs. Harry Payne Whitney. society woman and sculptress. by Miss Catherine Nina han. of East Orange. N. J.. who seeks to recover $so.672. Miss Minahan alleges the money is due her for assisting Mrs. Whitney to promote an unsuccessful project for the erection of a war memorial in Providence. R. I.
 The memorial in Providence was to commemorate tho authorization of American troops in the World war. Mrs. Whitney denies the al- leged indebtedness and makes counter-claim for 310.000 which Mrs. Whitney says she loaned Miss Minahan.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
WAR GAME BEING
 PLAYED BY SHIPS
Southern New England Is "At.
 taCkM" Today

Newport, R. L. May 17 R-south- srn Ne~ England went to war" at lo:ol 2. m. Eastern Standard time today.
 At that hour a defending (blue) feet Of Is destroyers stea med out of Narraeansett Bay bent on locat ing an invading (black) armada of 7S ships which has five days in which to land a theoretical force of 75,000 men between Chatham. Mass, and the mouth of the Connecticut rlNer-the technical start of an en- emy drive to seize industrially rich New England and the all-important port of New York.
 The blue fleet will steam straight offshore at a 10-knot speed, according to word from intelligence headquarters here early today. drawing a cordon of ships across the stretch Of coastline to be protected. Tho fleet will turn back 150 miles out if the black ships have not been sighted, and by nishtfall the cordon will have been drawn in- ward again to prevent any out thanking movement on the part of the enemy.
 Tho blue ships will make no at tempt to engage the more powerful blacks at sea. It object will be to keep the land defenses. under com maad of Major General Preston Brown, posted on the enemy move ments, that his force of 75,o00 troops may be concentrated quickly at any threatened landing point.
 Skeletonized infantry. anti-aircraft. signal and other units are scattered along the entire war zone" coast limo intent on giving the alarm should the blacks succeed in slipping through the blue fleet, while four army divisions stand ready for in stant mobilization-the 18th at Camp Devens. the 18th at Hartford, Conn.,, tho 97th at Putnam. Conn.,, and the slth at Taunton.
 Powerful searchlights, sound de- tectors and a small force of naval seaplanes constitute the remainder of the blues equipment for detect ing the approach of the black forces The planes will take the air during the day to augment the sea patrol and give warning of the numerous feints at the shoreline which are expected from Rear Admiral Hughes powerful invading fleet
 Training in the use of the new armament and an attempt to de- termine whether the army or navy has the major responsibility in pre- venting the landing of a hostile force will be two of the biggest purposes of the joint maneuve:s Genera Brown has explained.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

Torrington = Lightning strikes 6 leaving Joseph Hester unconscious for half an hour.
 Orange After working several hours on the theory that James Sachs was slain for his valuables police change opinion in belief that he was killed by automobile.
 Windsor - Heavy wind and hail storm do damage estimated at So5,- 900 to tobacco.
 Stamford - Sigmond Komensky is killed when II, 900 volts pass through q steel girder and then through his body.
 Hartford - Engagement of Miss Justine Wise. daughter of Dr. and Mrs. stephen S. Wise. to Prof. Leon A. Tulin is announced.
 "dleIDuly AlSulIllIS StIlheS home of A. E. Mehegan.
 Hartford Hail and a driving rain bring severe thunderstorm to Hartford.
 Hartford - State has "commis- sioner of air craft" and not "com-
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
ARGENTINA WON'T
 RECOGNIZE D|Az Costa Rica Is Neutral in Nicara6uan Strife

Buenos Aires, May 1T R,-Medi- tAtion by Argentina in the Nicara- Euan situation was sought by both tho conservative and liberal govern ments of that country. 1t was learn ed from . reliable source today, but the foreign office replied that this country preferred to. stand aloof in accordance with its traditional poli- cy of neutrality in conflicts of other nations.
 Adolfo Diaz, tho conservative president, requested recognition of his government by Argentina. The agent. in Mexico of Juan B. sacasa, head of tho liberal government, asked Argentina to mediate with a view to obtaining withdrawal of the United States marines from Nicara- guA>
 oan Jose, Costa Rica. May 1T UT -Costa Rica, through the confiden- tial agent here of Adolfo Diaz. con- ssrvativs president of Nicaragua, has requested an explanation and satisfaction for alleged violation of Costa Rican territory by conserva- tive Nicaraguan forces.
 It Is charged that on two oc- casions, on May 2 and May 13, these forces violated the Costa Ri- can frontier. the last time penetrat- iEg more than four miles. destroy ing farms, stealing horses and fir ing among peaceful inhabitants.
 The government explained that the American department of state has been informed of the happen ings. Costa Rica has not recognized tho Diaz regime.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

Aberdovey. Wales. defeated Miss Virginia Wilson of Chicago in the third round by one hole.
 Mile, Simone Thion De La Chaume, French star. advanced an- other step by drowing Beryl Brown and 3.
 Miss Enid Wilson. English school girl golfer defeated Miss E. Cor lett 4 and 3.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
HOSTESS ON BIRTHDAY

Evelyn Peterson entertained Is of her little friends in honor of her seventh birthday Saturday after noon at the home of her parents, Mir. and Mrs. John R. Peterson of 200 Stratford Road. Games were played and the little folks enjoyed themselves from to o'clock. A dainty luncheon was served.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

republic has just sent them about S56 for the 649th time. Pauline will have 10 pay Uncle Sam more than S56 before he comes home from his quest of pugilistic honors. New York-"A tour of the world' with a message of peace and good will hase just been made by mem- bers of Woman's Peace society with out leaving New York city. Their fleet of three automobiles carried literature 10 Russian, Irish, Hun garians, Austrians Italians, Negroes, MeXiCans Spanish. Syrians. Chi nese and America" Washington Square).
 Philadelphia-It is the misfortune of Harold L. Yoh, of Van Vert. Ohio, sophomore at the University tain bandit. Accused of holding up a taXicab driver he was acquitted when a probation officer told of his likeness to Richard Lessig. now in prison for IS taxi holdups.
 New York-Mrs. Abnie Sanders chopped wood on her 10Srd birth day.
 Trenton, \. LA fund of s. coo, ,G00 is to be devoted to preserv- ing the palisades of the Hudson river flor the purpose of pleasing Almighty God and benefiting my fellow mon" The will of William o. Allison of Englewood. banker, at tackled by relatives on the ground that the purpose of the gift was not charitable, has been upheld by the state court of appeals.
 New York-The high cost of gov crnment is a matter of concern to James A. Emery, counsel of the Ma tional Association of Manufacturers. American government in all it's forms" he says, 'is annually spend- ing at the rate of more than $11 for every minute which has elapsed since the birth of Christ"
 New Haven Yale will do no football scouting next fall, athletic association announces.
 Greenwich - Phillip Finlay of Ex- eter school shoots low medal score in qualifying round of the Eastern Intercollegiate golf tournament.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
LAST AMERICAN OFT

Newcastle. County Down. Ireland, May 17 R1The last American re- maining in the British woman's open golf championship was elimi- mated today when Mrs. Weston of
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
By the Associated Press.

London - There are pomp and splendor in dinner of state at Buckingham Palace. When President Doumergue of France was enter tained the banquet hall was dec oratcd in red, white and blue: fa- nous gold plate was on the table; the kings pipers marched around the table playing pibroch music; Queen Mary wore opalescent creamy chiffon, the famous Koh-I-Noor and the grand cordon of the Legion of Honor. The king had an admiral's $ uniform.
 New York Ishbel Macdonald couldn't stand society life. I'm not made that way" she explained. And Ramsay Macdonald. referring to Anglo-American relations. says that smart flashiness, jazz dancing and high society ignorance are CT
 roneously taken on both sides as representative.
 New Haven - Leon A. Tuiin, c6, assistant professor at the Yale Law
 School. is to marry a pupil. Miss Justine Wise, daughter of Rabbi Wise of New York.
 New York - Mrs. Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt is engaged-to sail back to Paris three weeks hence. Arriving on the Leriathan she stamped one foot in adding: T am not contem- plating matrimony." The denial was in reference to rumors about her and Prince Hohenlohe of Germany.
 Washington. Pa. - Having spent six months in jail for his failure to pay 70 cents in taxes. Charles Ford. 4, is free. Sympathizers contributed S12.46, from which ta and costs were paid to the City of Mononga- hela.
 New York - Theatrical notes: Flo Ziegfeld wants 32 unbobbed beauties for Show Boat;' Earl Carroll s "Vanities" has suddenly shut up shop; Roscoe Arbuckle is to play the leading role in a revival of Baby Mine."
 Andorra-1f this republic in the
 Pyrenees should adopt an income tax presumably it might compel its best known son to pay its annual
 tribute to the president of France 1 and the hiShnn of I-rsel Snain The
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
TASCHEREAU SUSTAINED

Montreal, May IT R-Ths prov ince of Quebec's liberal government under Premier Louis A. Taschereau was sustained in power with addi- tional strength in the general cleo tions yesterday. The new legisla- ture will be composed of 72 liberals 10 conservatives, and two independ- cnt liberals. final returns showed, the liberals gaining 14 seats from the conservatives.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

missioner of aviation" study of bill creating commission shows.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

Andorra-1f this republic in the Pyrenees should adopt an income tax presumably it might compel its best known son to pay it's annual tribute to the president of France and the bishop of Urgel, Spain. The
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
"New Home" Portable Electric

Mounted with best head and with spe- cially built motor. Easy to carry from place to place. Keep it in closet or any. where out of the way. Delivered to Club Members home for only ONE DOLLAR.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

New Haven - Yale will do no football scouting next fall, athletic association announces.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

Hartford - State has a "commis- sioner of air craft" and not "com-
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
Four Drawer "NeW Home"

For over 65 years a leading sewing machine. Guaranteed for twenty years against imperfect workmanship. Guar. tered oak cases. Complete with attach ments. Delivered to Club Members home for only ONE DOLLAR.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

Greenwich - Phillip Finlay of Ex- eter school shoots low medal score in qualifying round of the Eastern Intercollegiate golf tournament.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

New York-Mrs. Abnie Sanders chopped wood on her 1o3rd birth day.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

well known, and guaranteed to do all home sewing. These machines built with ball
  years The best workmanship and satisfaction shiring, with every machine.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
"NeW Home" Cabinet Machine

Attractive mahogany case in styk that can be used as console table in living room or anywhere, as it takes very little room. Knee control. Complete guarantee. De. livered to Club Members home for only ONE DOLLAR.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17
FLASHES OF LIFE: SPENDS SIX MOS.
 IN JAIL FOR NOT PAYING TAXES

republic has just sent them about s56 for the 649th time. Pauline will have 10 pay Uncle Sam more than s56 before he comes home from his quest of pugilistic honors.
New Britain herald., 1927-05-17

New Haven - Leon A. Tuiin, c6, assistant professor at the Yale Law School, is 10 marry a pupil, Miss Justine Wise. daughter of Rabbi Wise of New York.
New Britain herald., 1927-03-25
HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT
OCCUPIES LEGISLATORS
Much of Ncrmont's Session Has
Bccn Taken Up With
These Problems.

Montpelier. Vt. March e5.-tjp-
Highway improvement has occupied
a large share Of the time of the
biennial session Of the Vermont
legislature. due to adjourn today.
BY aDpropriating $4,000, QUO for this
purpose the legislature made pos
sihle continuanc" OF the program
Of building IS much hard-surtaced
road as possible.
This appropriation is larger than
any previously made cor q two year
period. Il Will permit the building
Of about 80 miles Of highly mpyov-
Cd roads and better supervision and
maintenance Of secondary roads.
One important accomplishment
vas the passage OF a bill! whereby
the states Of Vermont and New
York viii cooperate in the building
o: bridge across Lake Champlain.
This Will greatly facilitate motor
communications between the two
states
The state banking laws were
codificd. Under the new code banks
will be permitted 10 invest in pro
porty in several southern states. in
Newfoundland, and in securities ap-
proved by the Canadian govern
mont. A law was enacted for the
grading OF farm products marketed
in Vermont.