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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
PROSPEROUS RAILROADS MEAN A PROSPEROUS
AMERICA

Prosperous railroads essential prosperous America
Ihey stable employment substantial payments
contributions to business benefits that spread
every state and every county in the Union.
Under normal conditions the railroads buy and
per cent of all the bunous coal mined in this country
cent OF entire production of fuel OIL II per cent of all the iron
and steel produced and 20 of all
United States Railroad purchasing involves than 10000
different items.
Today the railroads definitely prosperous Why?
since 1882 the cost of commodities the railroads
has approximately 40 approximate
H rs cent higher Wages have risen about Is per And
the time their have
for hauling ton of freight mile averages
cent and the carrying of mile less than
two The margin between railroad income railroad
go perous thin that the future operation of the industry
selfsuppong tapayng economical and efficient contr
butor to the national prosperity is in danger.
So the railroads have applied for general Is
their rates. That increase the
COSTS extremely moderate It will impose
on industry agriculture And WILL if granted dsspae
the public ownership of the being forced
already overbuened taxpayers and will the continued
beeent of the finest transportation system the world
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
SEVEN ESSENTIALS FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY

At it's annual Congress- the National Safety Council
affirmed it's declaration of accidents and asked for
better uniform traffic laws especially the
matters of standard and signals and drivers licensing
quirements Stricter fairer intelligent enforce
Efficient safety organizations every state county
and community More and better traffic engineering result
ing safer highways. Periodic inspection of all motor
hces properly equipped stations operated closely supervs
ed by state city Intelligent safety instruction in all schools
T. More research into the physical and representatives. of
accidents.
Here is the to make streets and hghways-whch
today dangerous than battlefield There
royal road to safety but neither there any mystery about
Good drivers operating under regulations
well designed arteries aren't likely to DEATH injury prop
erty damage The reckless incompetent
the mechanically defective automobiles the highway which
srucurally behind the times the umvrate
that collectively responsible for the
of 10000 Americans And of the three the first infinitely
greatest
The National Safety Council out of it's wealth experience
has proposed long that should be put effect
without delay and should receive the enthusiastic
only of state and city of the entire motoring
population WELL
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that the sub
scriber has obtained from the Or
phans' Court for Worcester County,
Maryland, letters Testamentary on the
personal estate of Sarah Virginia
Taylor late of Worcester County, de-
ceased.
All persons having claims against
the deceased, are hereby warned to ex-
hibit the same, with the vouchers
thereof, to the subscriber on or be-
fore the Goth day of June, 1888, They
may otherwise by law be excluded
from all benefits of the said estate
All presons indebted to said estate
are requested to make immediate pay
ment. Given under my hand this 9th
day of December, 1887.
VANNIE T. JONES, Executrix.
Test: Paul Jones, Register of Wills
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
L. Paul Ewell, Attorney at Law
Sheriff's Sale
OF VALUABLE
Tract of Land on
the road to Virginia

Under and by virtue of a writ of
fieri facias issued out of the Circuit
Court for Worcester County, Mary
land, at the suit of Young & Son, In
corporated, against Clarence Phillips
and Virginia Phillips, and to me di-
rected, have seized, levied upon and
taken in execution all the right, title,
interest and estate of the said Clar-
ence Phillips and Virginia Phillips,
his wife, in and to the following real
estate: All that tract or parcel of land
situate on the northeast side of the
State stone road leading from POGO
moke City to Virginia, having a width
of one hundred yards on the State
stone road, and a depth Of four hun
dred yards, thus containing about IN
acres, and being all and the same tract
or parcel of land granted and con-
veyed to the said Clarence Phillips as
Clarence F. Phillips, by J. Frank
Phillips and others by deed dated Sep
TENDER %, 1928, and recorded among
the land records of Worcester County,
Maryland, in Liber B. B. No. 6, folios
159, etc.
And I hereby give notice that on
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
SHAREHOLDERS MEETING

The regular annual meeting of the
shareholders of the Citizens National
Bank, in Pocomoke City, will be held
on Tuesday, January 18th, 1888, be-
tween the hours of 10 o'clock A. M.
and o'clock, P. NJ, for the election
of Board of Directors for the en-
suing year, and for the transaction
of any other business which may be
considered.
J. C. STEVENSON,
Cashier
Dec. 17-4t.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

The regular annual meeting of the
shareholders of the Pocomoke City
National Bank, of Pocomoke City will
be held on Tuesday, January 18th,
1888, between the hours of 10 o'clock
A. M. and o'clock, P. M, for the
election of a Board of Directors for
the ensuing year, and for the transac-
ton of any other business which may
be considered.
WILLARD J. STEVENSON,
Cashier.
Dec. 17-4t. .ss,. =
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
Saturday, Dec. Is, 1897

At the hour of $3.50 o'clock A. NJ,
on the premises, in the First Election
District of Worcester County, Mary
land, will offer for sale at public
auction to the highest bidder for cash,
all the right, title, interest and estate
of the said Clarence Phillips and Vir-
ginia Phillips in and to the foregoing
real estate to satisfy said writ with
costs and costs of sale.
ERNEST C. WEST,
Sheriff Of Worcester County.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
WANTED

MAN WANTED-In this locality
oil company to sell small town and
as Direct representative of well known
farm trade. Experience not necessary.
No Investment required. Chance for
immediate steady income. Write p.
!. Webster, General Manager. 592
Ohio. 'e'''A'
Dec. 17-1t.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
CARD OF THANKS

We take this method of showing
our deep appreciation for the many
acts of kindness shown us during the
brief illness and after the death of our
husband and father, Mr.. E. Thompson
Pusey. Also for the beautiful floral
tributes and use of cars. The memory
of these acts of kindness will linger
forever.
Wife and children
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
CARD OF THANKS

We want to thank friends and
neighbors for their kindly help at the
death of our mother, Mrs. Welthia
Mason. We are indeed grateful for
the many messages of sympathy, the
lovely floral offerings and the use of
cars. The kindness shown us will
long be remembered.
Her children
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

.WANTED-Man for nearby Raw.
leigh Route this winter. Route viii
be permanent if you are a hustler
For particulars write Rawleigh's.
Dept. MDL-98-1O3, Chester, Pa.
Dec. 17-1tp.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

When you have something to sell.
rent, or trade or have lost something.
run classified in our paper. It gets
results when others fail.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

We want to thank the Pocomoke
firemen for their prompt response to
our call and their efficient service
when our home was threatened by
fire. The assistance rendered by them
enabled us to save our home.
Frank Johnson and family
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

WANTED-TO rent for cash so.
acre farm for 1888. Livable house
somewhere between New Church and
Pocom0ke City. Apply to H. c. Nash
New Church, Va. ''"
Dec. 17-1tp.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

LOST-AutO tag SSS,O1O, between
Pocomoke and Melbourne. Reward if
returned to Frank Smack, Pocomoke
City, Md.
Dec. 17-1tp.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

FARM MANAGER WANTED-6
room house, garden, firewood and hen
mouse free. Good wages. Must have
good reference. Apply at once. L.
p. Payne. Allen, Md.
Dec. 1925.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

WANTED-COlOred farm tenant.
house rent, firewood free. Good wages.
Good reference. L. E. Payne, Allen,
Dec. 1927.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
Classified Advertising

All Classified Advertising is charg.
ed at z cents per word. Cash or
stamps must accompany all orders.
No ad taken for less than rs cents.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
AlKA-SELTZER for

COLDS, Acid Indigestion, Head
ache. Neuralgia, Muscular, Rheu-
matte, Sciatic Pains and other
disorders due to an over-acid con-
dition Of the body. The analgesic.
(acetyl- relieves pain. Tho
alkaliZers help to correct the cause
Of those pains due to hyperacidity Of
the stomach.
Get Alka-Seltzer at your drug
store in SOc and 6Oc packages for
home use, or ask for a glass of
Alka-Seltzer at the soda fountain.
q sHlIIalI u =
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
A CHRISTMAS WARNING

Believing warning about the hazards of fires at this
life and property the National Board OF Fire I'm
derwriter published eighpage leafet entitled keep
Your Fires Friendly at Christmas Time
The leaflets cover displays blazing Christmas tree. Inside
picture Claus with beard and clothing ATTIRE Add
ona sketches illustrate the hazards OF ntroceuose Tim IN
home movie projectors nfammabe decorations and fmsy
tunes
fire resulting from the careless act of smoker
Christmas tree described each special holiday hazard is
Included are fire dangers homes stores and
public halls
Reasonable quantities of the leaflets will be supplied free
by National Board upon application to it's New York office at
S5 John Street
Fire control during the holidays other season. is sim
maer have the proper knowledge at command
The Board performing real public service in publish
ing leaflets which will long toward assuring real
Merry Chrismasby keeping fire where it should be, in the
furnace and under the turkey.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

NOTICE-AH persons are fore
warned not to trespass on my farms
for the purpose of cutting timber, or
for any other purpose. Thomas w.
Outten.
Dec. 10-3tp.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
SHAREHOLDERS MEETING

Wife and children
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

l will sell at public auction at my
residence on the Stockton George Is
land Road on
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17
CARD OF THANKS

Dec. 17-4t.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1937-12-17

AuctiOneer: VIM. Petit.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09
Businessmen Show Willingness to
Use Airplane Service to Valley

Negotiations leading toward es-
tablishment of regular airplane
service connecting Ell Centre with
Los Angeles and San Diego areas
were under way Friiay between
the Ell Centro Chamber of Com
merce and the Aero Transport cor
poration of Glendale, it was an
nounced Tuesday.
Several businessmen told Robert
Hays, chamber manager, that the
service would be widely patronized.
B. l.. Hamburger, manager of
Sears. Roebuck and Co, FL Centric,
told Hays he would use the planes
exclusively.
The instructions of our company
are to use the airships" he said,
lin order to save time. This par
ticularly applies to the Ell Centre
office and store where we are many
miles removed from Los Angeles,
San Diego. and San Francisco.
These are definite company in
structions. Our corporation wants
to save as much time as possible
and when the managers have trips
to make, the higher-ups want them
to get back to their jobs as quickly
as possible"
In his survey, Hays discovered
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09

in the valley making contacts with
local democratic powers and in
Specting the progress Of the All
American canal Of which he has
been a strong champion during his
six years in congress.
In his talk, DockWeiler avoided
discussion of national problems. say
ing that his record as a strong
Roosevelt supporter spoke for his
views. He confined his remarks
to a practical discussion of party
politics and showed why democrats
next year, will have every OK
pectancy Of electing a governor if
a candidate of high quality is sell
ected.
I'm the last election" he said,
"the party erred in selecting a cam
didate which the party as whole
could not support. Today 100000
voters are registerCi as democrats
and cnly 100000 are registered re-
publicans. Thus. selection of 100
per cent democrat virtually assures
success"
He pointed to the long history Of
his family as democrats and his
constant allegiance to the party
since his early years, as well as
his success in Washington, DC.
During his six years in congress,
he has become one OF the party
leaders in the house.
1T is not enough to merely have
a good governor" re declared THE
full benefits of goo1 administration
in state affairs depend largely upon
the amount Of cooperation the state
chief executive can obtain from the
federal administration.
He pointed out that his position
on the inside of the picture at
washington" would rebound to the
material benefit of California in
all legislation. appropriations and
other federal activities.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09

endangered tne enLlre nelSnDOr-
hood near Evangelist Aimee Sem
Pile McPherson's church, and laid
the blame on four youthful bible
students.
Charges of "terrorizing public
meeting" were filed against two of
the bible students.
One, whose left hand was blown
off at the wrist, was Gordon At
water, 16, the second was Edwin
Bond also 16, less seriously burn
ed. Two others who confessed par
ticipation in the prank Norman
McGrew, 20, and Robert BIanch-
field, 10, were held for investiga-
ton.
The boys found some flares that
Mrs. Mcpherson uses in her elab-
crate Evangelical shows and took
them up on the roof for show of
their own. One apparently struck
match and prematurely exploded
the powder.
A flare of blue flame shot up
from the roof. The explosion was
felt for blocks. Windows on one
side of Angelus Temple were shat
tered.
Three girl students in a bible
class of 500. from which the four
youths were playing hockey"
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09
Army Officers
Seek Recruits

Two non-commissioned Army Of
ficers will be in El Centre Nov. 16
and II TO see recruits for vacan-
cies.
SergeantS c. F. Essex and c. N.
Elliott will make temporary head
quartres at the El Centre post Of
flee. Ben L. Browning was trans
ferred from this area to Fort Nc
Arthur. Thirty qualified men are
sought for service in the Philip
pine islands, musicians are listed
for assignment throughout the Pa
cific coast section and for infantry
and field artillery bands in the
Hawaiian islands, the officers said.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09
Film Strike Ends
At Movie Studio

HOLLYWOOD. Nov. Q. UP, -
Peace was reported reached today
in a makeup artists strike that
raralyzed Columbia motion picture
studio Mary A5tor, Dick Arlen
Leo Carrillo and other high priced
stars who sat idle while the studio
lost an estimated $4,000 in less
team day. were ordered back 10
work.
No official announcement was
male of strike settlement, and no
peace terms were revealed. An au-
thoritative source said however,
that its all over and we're going
back to work today"
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09
DOCKWEILER FORESEES VICTORY
FOR DEMOCRATIC GOVERNOR

California, for the first time in
40 years, has a chance % elect a
democratic governor, declared John
+. Dockweiler, congressman from
tne 10Th California congressional
district. in a speech Monday night
before a group Of Imperial Valley
Democrat5 backing his candidacy.
DockWeiler spoke following an in
formal dinner at the Barbara Worth
Motel at which Cal Rector and
Sterling OsWalt presiied. He was
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09

Committee to
Discuss Planting

Winter and spring planting for
El Centre will be discussed by
members of the Chamber of Com
merce Identification committee at
chamber headquarters at 7:30
o'clock Tuesday night.
Peter E. Ryerson. recently ap-
pointed chairman of the committee
by Walter Havekorst, chamber
president, called the meeting to
discuss details of a proposed con-
test for prizes for the greatest i'm
provement made in yard or gar
den in the city.
This committee has under its
control 1000 deep red oleanders
and 1000 Chinese elm trees now
growing in a nursery for delivery
in December and January, Robert
Hays, manager OF the chamber of
commerce said Tuesday. These will
be planted under the plan follow
ed in recent years. The plants will
te offered for sale at a belCW-the-
market cost upon condition that
they b, placed alcng the parkwavs
" III ut IIOlJ NdluS VI Ille CITY
In discussing Ryerson's appoint"
ment. Havekorst said a definite
program of city Identification
should be followed to make the city
a more beautiful spot in which, to
live. ~.
Members of the committee are
Ryerson; DR.. R. c. Clemons; j.
Paul Eyer: John Drummer; A. j.
Conkey; Dr.. F. A. Burger: DR.,
Phillip Hodgkin; Russell Hoy. o.
!. Jennings: J. S. Jones; DR., Sem
Bacon: Ralph Reynolds w A.
Tondro; Deal Weldon; Dr. T. B.
Turner: Mrs. j. G.. MattoX Mrs.
Ruby Barthel; James Marshall
and Raw r Dessert
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09
Baptists Group
Holding Annual
Meet i'm BraWley
HOLTVILLE NOTES

Imperial Valley Baptist associa-
tion held its annual meeting in
Brawley. Nov. and 10. Rev. r. R.
Pullian, pastor of Yuma Baptist
church. will give the main address
on tbe p".,2ram Wednesday even
ing at 8:l5. Rev. c. H Masten. of
Holtyllle. was to present consecra-
tion service Tuesday afternoon at
$40
Mrs. Rea Laird is reported re-
covering from a major operation
performed Sunday.
Mrs A. Goudotti was taken to
the Valley hospital Monday
DR.. George R. Graeser and his
wife spent Monday at Blythe on
business.
School of Religion closed after
five successive Sunday evenings in
the Methodist church. Miss Har-
riet Raab. taught tho dramatics
class. How Shall Learn 70
Teach RELIGION" was presented bv
Rov. w. Grande. Phillin Griffin
Mrs. II. H. Graeser Mrs. Pauline
Rowland and Miss Dorothy Smith.
They will finish the text book dur
ing the next five Sundays. Mary
Bolin will be the teacher.
DR.. Samuel Baker from the coast
IS spending several davs at the
home of his mother. Mrs. Della
Baker.
Red Cross held meeting Mon
day night III which they formed
plans concerning a drive to begin
Saturday. Members present were
Mrs. w. f. Potts, Mrs H. E. Stalk
er. Margaret Yearv. F. G. Mellow
ell. roll call chairman. Earle K.
Smith. l.. E. Jessen and Wade S.
Cook
Second meeting of the Campfire
Girls was held Monday TO discuss
plans for q candy sale to be held
Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Margaret
Woolridge is guardian of seventh
and eight grade girls. Mrs. Wool
ridge has 81 girls in her group
now. Regular meetings will be held
every Monday afternoon
Mrs. w. R. Thompson returned
Monday from los Angeles where
she spent several DAYS.
Mrs. F. H. Woolridge visited
With her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. w
II. Axemaker, over the weekend at
DraWley.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO EN-
GAGE IN THE SALE
OF ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES

November 3, lS0
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Notice is hereby given that fifteen
days after the above date, the un-
dersigned proposes to sell alcoholic
beverages at these premises, de
Scribed as follows:
457 Main Street FL Centro.
Pursuant to such intention, the
undersigned is applying to the State
Board of Equalization for issuance
OF an alcoholic beverage license (or
licGnses)- for these premises as fol-
lows:
On Sale Beer ami Wine: On
Sale Distilled Spirits.
Anyone desiring to protest the
issuance of such license (sD may
file verified protest with the
State Board of Equalization at
Sacramento, California. stating
grounds for denial as provided by
law.
JOHN PROVATEK and
JOSEPH T.. SLOVAK.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09
France to Decide
On Olympic Question

FRANCE. Nov. g. U.t,-Tde ques-
tion OF whether France will send
q team to the 1910 Olympics in
Tokyo in the face of rising anti
Japan 3se sentiment will be decilcd
by Foreign Minister Yvon Delbos,
the French Olympic committee an
nounced today.
Committee Chairman Armand
MaSsad, accompanied by Sports
Minister Leo La Grange. will shortly
consult Delbos at Chautemp5 on
the question and also regarding
a government subsidy for financing
a French team
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09
G.. of c. Directors
Will Meet Wed.

Directors of the Ell Centro cham
ber of commerce will meet at
chamber headquarters here at 7:S0
pm. Wednesday for a regular busi-
ness session.
Walter B. Havekorst, president of
the organization, declared that i'm
portant matters will be considered,
and asked a full attendance of the
board.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09

two round trips daily would be
necessary if the service is to be
used widely by businessmen. The
trips should be arranged, he said,
so the Imperial Valley businessman
could reach any coast city in the
morning, transact business through
out the day and return at night.
TIE same schedule should be ar
rangoi for the coast businessmen to
visit the valley for a days business,
Hays declared.
Aviation committee members of
the chamber of commerce hope that
establishment of the daily plane
service ultimately will result IN
Inauguration of airmal service.
Imperial Valley press., 1937-11-09

Judge PrcSideS-Judge Lloyd GILL
fin of san Diego is presiding in
superior court in a civil case.
Special Oil Shampoo and finger
wave Sl.00 Ruby Pearl Beauty
Shop. 1871 So 18th. Phone 1888.
NIB
Intend q Wed-Samuel Northern,
81. FL Centre, and Helen Young,
81. Calexico. Monday filed a notice
of intention % wed, according to
records on file at the county clerks
office.
Valuahics Stolen White Moving.
Why invite such a risk. Patronize
local experienced. bonded and uni
formed employees by phoning l,
Pioneer Truck and Transfer Co.
No
Released Cn BaiI-Kicth b. Son.
ner, Hebar. was arrested Monday
on a National City warrant eharG-
ing him with reckless driving. He
was released after posting S25 bail
to guarantee his appearance for
trial.
Drunk Driver Jailed - Nate A.
Strong. Al. was sentenced to the
county Jail for 90 days for drunk
driving. He was sentenced Monday
in Winterhaven.
Petty Thieves Jailed-Paul War
/ ford, 90 and Ray f. Smith, 10
were sentenced to the county Jail
for l2ia days Mon lay after they
were convicted of petty theft in
Brawley.
Annulment Granted-A judgment
of annulment was granted in su-
/ perior court Monday in the suit
brought by Irene w Hart against
Leonard R. Hart and Carmen Hart.
The couple married in Tucson. Sept.
4, 1887.
Final Decree Granted-A final
decree of divorce was granted Mon
day 20 Eugenia Ramirez in her suit
against Trinidad Ramirez. She ac-
cused him of extreme cruelty.
Couple Plans Marriage-A no.
tice of intention to wed was filed
Monday with County Clerk w. j.
McClelland by Henry j. Koon. 25.
and Vera Lorena Haylik. 81. resi-
dents of Brawley.