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Douglas daily dispatch., 1928-02-18
URBAN SHOCKER QUITS
BASEBALL FOR BUSINESS

NEW YORK. Feb. IT R-Urban
Shocker, veteran right handed pitcher
of the Yankees, apparently has ended
his II year career of major leaoue
baseball by voluntary retirement. But
officials of the Yankees are not sure
whether he means it or not
The announcement came in tele-
gram to Business Manager Ed Barrow
of the worlds champions in which
Shocker said he was retiring "fol
the furtherance OF my business in-
terestS at home"
Both the veteran pitcher ano
Yankee officials denied that he was
a hold-out or that there had beer
any disagreement between them il
regard to the salary to be paid him
this year. Barrow said the telegram
was the first he had heaiS from
Shocker since his contract was mailed
O;c,NofoIo rroIoy1taNroc
Douglas daily dispatch., 1928-02-18

members of relay teams.
Against a redoubtable array of
former collegiate performers wear-
ing the athletic clubs colors, South
ern California will pit score
more members of squad that APP
pears to many to be the best in the
country. Glenn Graham, who fin
ished second to Barnes in the Olym-
pic games of 1924; Norman Ander-
son, one-time southern California
weight star, and Leighton Dye and
Kenneth .Grumbles, former hurdlers
deluxe, are members of the club ag-
glcgation.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05

to be present. The meeting will con-
sist of executive, business and devo-
tional matters.
A meeting of the executive board of
the Presbyterial will be held Monday
afternoon, April 23, at o'clock. The
regular session will open Monday night.
Tuesday will be devoted to business,
and Tuesday night, the Christian Endea-
vor will present special program. Tues
day at noon, big luncheon will be held
at the church for all members and Wis
itors of the various delegations. The
three day session will also include the
election of officers for the coming year.
The Woman's Auxiliary numbers the
following officers: Mrs. J. W. Logan,
president; Mrs. Kate D. Tackett, vice
president; Mrs. R. A. Stigler, secretary;
Mrs. James H. Moore, treasurer, and
also includes an officer of the Presby-
terial, Miss Bettye Brooke secretary of
Young Peoples Work.
The Central Mississippi Presbyterial
is one of the largest in Mississippi and
Lexington will be the host of this splen-
did state gathering with all honor and
hospitality that is known throughout
the land
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05
Lexington Host To
Central Presbyterial
April %, "a and 25th

Announcement is made by Mrs. M. L.
Dyson, chairman of the publicity COM
mittee of the Woman's Auxiliary of the
Lexington Presbyterian church that the
Central Mississippi Presbyterial will
hold it's annual meeting in Lexington on
April 23, "a and 25th. cordial invita-
tion is extended everybody to attend the
services Monday and Tuesday evenings
at 1880.
The Central Mississippi Presbyterial,
of which Mrs. j. C. Stewart, Belzoni, is
president, includes the following
churches: Belzoni, Brandon, Camden,
Canton, Carrollton, Durant, Forest,
French Camp, Forest Grove, Greenville,
Greenwood, Indianola, Itta Bena, Jack
son Central, Jackson Power Memorial
Kosciusko, Leland, Lexington, Moorhead,
Pickens, Raymond, Walden Salem, Val
den Shangalo, Vicksburg, Weir, Winona
and Yazoo City. Representatives and
delegates of each church are expected
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05
Burn the "Pork Barrel"
Enucleate the Fridays"
and Let's Save by Paving

Bridges were about to kill this important
measure without even having the
lengthy document read, but deferred ac-
tion out of respect tofthe ele-ant gentle
man from Natchez whesia5aE ssFt
with so much energy. .@5a
"If the Wilmington bill is unsatis-
factory to a majority Of the House COM
mittee, it is the solemn responsibility
of that group to prepare substitute
measure for immediate consideration.
Certainly Mississippi should formulate
a policy right now for paving her trunk
line roads. Gravel may do we'll enough
for lateral roads, but arterial highways
must be constructed of more durable
material.
'Two plans are open to US. One is
to follow the example of North Carolina
which issued over a hundred millions
in bonds and constructed marvellous
system of paved highways from the pro-
kcaeds, entsusting the. power to q high.
wAy commission of ten men with q full
time chairman, Frank Page, who rates
among the half dozen leading citizens
of the Old North State.
"The other plan, used to advantage
by Virginia, is to build a certain mile
age Of paved roadways each year from
part of the proceeds of the gas tax, let
ting the state highway commission
supervise the building program as well
as the maintenance work"
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05

The principles behind the Whiting
ton S6O,000,O0O state highway bill, now
on the rocks in the House ARE funda-
mentally sound, fact agreed to on
every hand. That people of Mississippi
want permanent roads, is also an estab-
lished fact. But
In the estimation of every citizen of
the commonwealth that has the interest
of Mississippi at heart, they do not
desire this proposition turned into a
"pork barrel" debacle, or run the risk
of favoritism in the carrying out Of
the project. It's dangers are too ap-
parent, and there must be some way of
keeping the highway development be-
yond reach of petty politicians and lift
the program to the heights of honest
endeavor and it will receive the re-
sponse of all good Mississippians. The
Hattiesburg American in very
thoughtful article relative to the SUBJ
ject says: ~ -, ..zz=ss.s,s zss,u.
h Revenue from five cent gas tar,
totaling $5,500,OOO annually il handled
honestly and economically, will build
statewide system of concrete high
ways throughout Mississippi. All ad-
nit that the Wilmington highway bill
calling for the expenditure of $60,000,-
900 bond issue by three men, is going
to have very unhealthy time in the
House. I am advised that the House
committee on Roads, Ferries, and
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05
Tolbert Nabors Buys
Crown Service Station

Business changes Of the past week
involved one of the larger filling sta
tions of the city, when Tolbert MAJORS
assumed the lease and bought the equip
meat of II. Crown Service Station from
Raapha 4. iiu..phrlss, and VIII Acont-.iue
the business ,under his management, SO
so the new owner states. Mr.. Nabors
is one of the younger business men OF
Lexington, we'll known and liked by
everybody, and his venture in local COM
mercial circles is gratifying to his many
friends. He stated that he will make
no changes in the list Of employees for
merly connected with the station, and
John Pettus and J. G. Peck will continue
to serve in their courteous manner at
this popular location.
Mr.. Humphries, who has been devot-
ing part time to duties as district man
ager Of the United American Creditors
Association for Leflore county, will con-
tinue in this capacity, with other terri
tories added, he stated.
See display announcement elsewhere.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05
b Baptist Revival
md Sunday Night

* revival now in progress at
frgton baptist church, under
lS1ne preAchings Of DR.. H. L.
" 1hGs grown in interest and at
Witk he advent of each day.
3x1 of these meetings are many
M conversion, re-dedication,
NJ appealing song services,
Alvon H. Doty, whose
has been a blessing to
Soard him sing.
IT the remainder of the
held, especial note is
f9ht. "The Voice Of the
55no appropriate to the Pass
M Easter season, drawing
M ~ seven sayings Of Je-
~ CrOss. This service will
{ Methodist denomination.
S 4 e l9rnine is Family Service.
6x d6al2Ss that all families will
= Il 1ont, and the subject is
Crowns" "a message
BI towards building home
snisht has been selected as
ind Everybody's Night.
9t this service is "Glory Of
ef slst Cesiathians, l3th
nost noted and loved OF
the Bible. a., <
wing is Every Member Ser
y opecial effort is asked that
n lornber BE present, together with
other denominations that desire
lid. ssThe Elements of Christian
Ship'' will be the subject.
Nv night is Knights Templar
and Union Easter Service. DR.,
will have all members of the
y Templars as guests and they
Il in full regalia. Members from
81 the county and adjoining Sec
~ expected at this time.
ntire membership of the church
Martin in bidding you attend
<xSat remaining days of the re-
33kSxe. welcome awaits you at
IVA eyexy service.
y fn0N6ury spent Sunday with
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05
Rules Holmes County
Field Meet April Goth

The Holmes County field meet is to be
held at Lexington on Friday, April goth.
The Athletic events will start at $3.50
a. m. and the evening at 1880 p. m.
The written examinations will be held
two weeks before the meet on Saturday,
April 7th at $3.50 a. m. at Lexington.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05

Hon.5A. J. Coleman, popular represen-
tative of Carroll county, and son, AL
fred, have been the guests Of Mr.. and
Mrs. C. Coleman this week.
Lundy Causey is here from New Mex
leo on visit to relatives and friends
in Lexington and Greenwood.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05
RULES

1. Paper will be furnished for the
exams.
2. Contestants may use either pencil
or pen, except in all math exams, where
pencil is required.
8. Each contestant must be student
this year in the subject which he is
taking.
4. Each school is entitled to one con-
testant in each subject. No contestant
is allowed to enter in more than one
subject
s. The points to be awarded are two
points for first place and one point for
second. In case Of tie the three points
will be split equally between the two,
each getting y points. =
4 6. The school getting the most points
will be awarded the Field Day Banner.
z. A medal will be awarded to each
winner in literary and stage events. In
case of tie, medal will be awarded
each.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05
EXAMINATIONS

EXAMINATIONS
Examinations will be held for the 4th
through the 9Th grades, inclusive. The
subjects for the different grades are:
4th-Spelling and Arithmetic.
5th-Spelling, Arithmetic and Read
ing.
6th-Spelling, Arithmetic, English and
Reading.
7th-Spelling, Arithmetic, English and
Reading.
sth-Spelling, Arithmetic, English and
Reading.
The questions for all the reading
ICantinuad On nara u
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-04-05

ta1Sbury spent Sunday with
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, 1928-09-19
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The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
Attractions At Theatres
"BACHELOR BRIDES"
 SHOWING AT PALACE

Confronted on the eve Of his marriage 10 the daughter of an American millionaire, by a strange woman who asserts that he is her husband and the father of her child, Percy Ashfield, young British nobleman, finds himself and his matrimonial plans on the verge of wreck until he decides to exonerate himself in the eyes of the woman he loved.
 This is the incident that starts the action of Bachelor Brides" {" a new comedy mystery drama starring Rod La Rocque and flea turing Elinor Fair and Julia Faye, which is at the Palace for the last two times tonight. This is an exquisite picture in which MT. La Rocque displays hitherto unrecog- nized talents as comedian of merit. He wears the conventional monocle and exhibits all those languid qualities which are asso- ciated with the commonly accept ed portraitures of certain English lords. But MT. La Rocque proves a live'wire Lord indeed, for he is ready with his fists in his battles with crooks who try to steal Il rich pearl necklace which is des- tined for his bride, and he proves himself in every respect to be a real heman.
 Elinor Fair. who scored a tri umph in Cecil B. De Miles screen classic, "The Volga Boatman, ," plays opposite MT La Rocque il Bachelor Brides" Julia Faye, . popular screen player. has the role of a crook, in which she is said to display rare mimetic pow CTS. The supporting cast is ar
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
 BESSIE LOVE IS AT
 PALACE ON TUESDAY

Slender legs helped Bessie Love win her latest and her greatest part in motion pictures, the title role in 'Lovey Mary" the Metro Goldwyn-Mayer picture directed by King Baggot which comes to the Palace for Tuesday and Wed nesday's bill.
 Slender legs were important be cause "Lovey Mary" in the early part of the story is a 14-year- old girl, the inmate of an orphan asy- lum where food is few and the calories not far behind"
 Bessie fitted the physical re- quirements of the role to a nicety. She is slender wisp of girl, one of the tiniest stars in pie lures, just five feet tall and weighing 100 pounds even.
 Slender legs were only an incl dental qualification, of course, fo.- Bessie has others that include a long experience in films and some sensational successes.
 She is in constant demand by motion picture producers. "Thats why keep thin, I guess" she said. "I'm always so busy"
 William Haines is Bessie's lead ing man and the cast includes Mary Alden, Vivia Ogden, Sun shine Hart and Russell Simpson.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
 WHAT HAPPENS WHEN
 WIFE WANTS ROMANCE

What happens when a middle aged wife thinks her husband old fashioned and no longer the ard ent lover of their courtship days is shown in highly divertins manner in Slaves -of Beauty, which will have it's last showing tonight at the Coliseum theatre.
 There Is a sermon in this pic. ture, sugar coated with laughs it is true, but nevertheless a se.. mon, which both wives and hus bands may take to heart.
 The story of Slaves of Beauty was written by Nina Wilcox Put nam, one of Ameriea's foremost writers. and transferred 10 the screen under the direction of a master of comedy-drama, J. G. Blystone. And then cast of screen favorites including Olive Tell, Earle Foxe, Richard Walling, Margaret Livingstone and others live the life of their characters with whole hearted sincerity. So the complete result is photo drama that keeps an audience ab. sorbed every every moment of the showing of the picture.
 Laughter, thrills and suspense, and very interesting scenes of what is done to achieve beauty by middle aged flappers in New York's famous beauty parlors. are a feature of this fine entertain ment.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
,yOBS GROW SCARCE
 NV MOTION PICTURES

working if they could. All this looks worse than it Is, for there usually are as many directors busy on preparations for new pie lures as on the actual photographs ing of pictures, and even when production is lively throughout the studio area there are seldom more than 600 parts open to the 1000 qualified players locking for them. The number of extras earning a days pay depends on the size of the mob scenes rather than on the number of pictures in production.
 But the figures indicate that there is more than the usual un- employment among players. diree- tors and other studio employees.
 Even among executives opinions differ as to just what is happen ing. Some call it the usual sea- sonal lull in production" others say there is a temporary tight ness of money available for pro duction, due to the vast sums in- vested by producers in the acquisi ton of theatres and theatre chains as outlets for their pie lures; still others say it is the old story of 500 pictures being made every year for a marke. that could get along with 200.
 Whatever the real explanation, no one seems ready to predict any general quickening of produc- ton activities until late in tho spring
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
By WADE WERNER

(Moticn Picture Feature Editor,
 HOLLYWOOD. Cal, March 19-- This village, to which the world locks for laughter, is in the dol drums again.
 Most of the studios which spe- cialize in comedy have closed or are preparing to close for month or two, and the players who de- pend on laughs for a living are trying To see the funny side of announcements to the effect that the splendid speed with which the seasons quota of pictures has been completed enables the studio and it's employees to enjoy little breathing spell before harvesting another crop of celluloid.
 In the cases of few stars and important players contracts al ready have been renewed and sal aries are paid whether they work or not. But players who work from picture to picture, paid only when they work, are finding il difficult to view the situation philosophically.
 AS this is written IF of Holly woods approximately 300 direc- tors are directing an aggregate of about 90 recognized screen players and 800 extras and bit players on the various studio lots or out of town on location. There are more than 4,000 players and about 15,o00 extras who would be
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
CLEAN KIDNEYS
 BY DR|N KING
 LOTS OF WATER
Take Salts to Flush Kid neys if Bladder Both-
 CTS or Back Hurts

Eating too much rich food may produce kidney trouble in some form, says a well-known author ity, because the acids created ex- cite the kidneys. Then they be- come overworked. get sluggish, clog up and cause all sorts of distress, particularly backache and misery. in the kidney region, rheumatic twinges, severe head aches, acid stomach, constipation torpid liver, sleeplessness, blad- der and urinary irritation.
 The moment your back hurts or kidneys aren't acting right, or if bladder bothers you, begin drinking lots of good water and also get about four ounces of lad Salts from any good pharmacy i; take tablespoonful in a glass of water before breakfast for a few days and your kidneys may then act fine. This famous salts is made from the acid of grapes and lemon juice, combined with lithia, and has been used for years to flush clogged kidneys and stimulate them to activity; also to- neutralize the acids in the system so. that they no longer irritate, thus often relieving blad- der disorders.
 lad Salts can not injure any one; makes a delightful efferves- cent Whitewater drink which millions of men and women take now and then to help keep the kidneys and urinary organs clean. thus often avoiding serious kid uey disorders. adv.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
MUSICAL SHOW IS READY FOR
 PRESENTATION
Somebody Lied Cast and Chorus Have Last
 Stage Rehearsal

The last stage rehearsal of the cast, dancers and singers of the company of the American Legion presenting Somebody Lied" at the Coliseum tomorrow and Wed nesday nights, was held yesterday afternoon. Everything moved with speed, the principals put over their lines in professional man ner, the songs were well given and the gingery chorus dashed on, went through their stunts. dashed off again and were back for further action.
 Everybody Lied" might well bs the name of Somebody Lied" for the comedy lines show nearly everybody in the cast double. crossing or being doublecrossec by lies. The principals are all we'll cast and fast performance is indicated. There are many jazzy songs of the whistling kind Several surprises are to be wit messed by the two large audiences, indicated by the advance sale Of reserved seats, as the characters. for many parts. are new to the stage in Juneau. The plot is funny. real genuine comedy and none will be disappointed at this presentation. The curtain will go up promptly at 8 o'clock, Director E. M. Policy announces.
 Reserved seats are on sale to day and tomorrow at the Butler Mauro Drug Store and at the theatre box office beginning to- rnorrow night af z n,cInck
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19

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The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19

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The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
SECOND HAND
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By MORRIS ]. HARRIS Associated Press Staff Writer)

PEKING, China, March 19- Road building, with a striking de- velopment ip motor car traffic,
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
COL. M'BRIDE IS
 GIVEN SURPRISE

A gathering of oldtime and many new friends of Col. J. c. Mcbride, slipped into his home on Gold and Sixth Avenue last Satur day night and when he returned early in the evening from a visit to a neighbor and switched on the lights, he was given genuine surprise, the occasion being his sixteenth birthday" The evening was spent in cards and later gifts most of them in the na- ture of josh" were opened and much merriment was caused. Re treatments were served.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19

excellent one and is composed of Eulalie Jensen, George Nichols, Lucien Littlefield, Sally Rand. Eddie Gribbon and Paul Nicho', son.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1928-03-19
REalrLAR MEETING OF

MooseheaTt Legion No. 25, post poned from Wednesday, March |21 to Friday, March 2S, account American Legion play. By order
 Great North Moose,
 J. II. HART |adv. c. H. M'sPADDEN, Herder
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-11-06
TO
PLAY WESLACO
Dope Favors Donna In
Classic Battle
On Friday

DONNA, Tex. Nov. 6.-Vallcy
fans arc to witness the annual
grudge fight between Weslaco and
Donna here Nov. 2, Friday. when the
Panthcrs will be the guests Of the
local Redskins.
Although the dope points towards
a victory for Donna. the Panther
Redskin game is as hard TO predict
as the Turkey Day clash at Austin,
for both teams will be fighting on
different terms than usual.
Last year Donna defeated Wcs-
laco GO. but according to present
standing the score should be lop-sid-
cd this week. Last Friday the Red
skins skinned the Mercedes Tigers
by a 3S-G score. and Coach Daley
saved back his best men to avoid
possible injury. They will he put
through n careful training this week
and should be IN Al condition 10 re-
ccive their ancient foes.
The Panthers cleaned the slate Of
Ia Fcria last Friday 1870 and are
confident Of their ability to handle
the Redskins here in the coming
clash.
Inasmuch as there will be but two
games played in the Valley ON Nov.
q. 10 is expected that a large crowd
Of fans will witness the struggle
here. Both high school bands Of
Wcslaco and Donna will be present