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KIDS TO RECEIVE BAGS OF CANDY AT XM AS TREE

Council Proposes to Conduct Municipal Celebration on Less Elaborate Scale Than in 1914. .' Council will discuss arrangements 'for toe annual Christmas Tree celebration at its meeting Monday night, but lit is a safe bet that the committee on arrangements will be instructed not to plan the event on such an elaborate i scale as attempted last year. Last jyear not only was candy distributed to the "kids" but toys and clothing were purchased Not only was the large publicly subscribed fund depleted, but the councilmen had to dig deep into their own pockets to liquidate quite a few belated bills : from anxious mer- : chants. It is whispered that the coun- ' ctlmen each had to pay about $6 to meet unanticipated obligations. "I intend to recommend a 'safe and sane' Municipal Christmas tree cele bration for this year," Mayor Robbins said today. . . "We made the .mistake last year in trying to make of It a charity event That is not necessary. The real purpose of the .Municipal Christmas Tree is to instill the proper Christmas spirit' into our citizenship by providing a city-wide Yuletide celebration at which the children, rich and , poor . alike, -will . receive - some slight remembrance, such as a bag of candy. It has been suggested that the tree be placed on the vacant lot at the corner of North Tenth street and Sailor street, just a half block from Main street. In this location there would be plenty, of room for a big crowd at the Christmas night celebration. ALL-DAY MEETING PLANNED BY CHURCH TO DISCUSS MISSION WHITEWATER, Ind., Nov. 30. An all-day meeting will be held at the Christian church Sunday, Dec. 5. Rev. Case will have charge of the morning services and Mrs. Grice will give a missionary talk in the afternoon. Come, bring your basket and spend the day.... Mrs. Charles Davis took dinner with Mrs. Ed Saxton, Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Arthur are assisting Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Newborn with their fall work at their home near Campbellstown, O Mrs. Dan White and Mr. and Mrs. Clive Pyle spent Sunday with Mr. Fred Elliott and family, near Arba.... Mrs. Cora Little Is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Edith Hawley, at Albany, Indiana.... Sam Addleman made a trip to southern Indiana last week Mrs. Russell Moody is the guest of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Milton, north of town. : . .John Wright was at New Paris, O., Sunday.... Claudia Addleman and Deskin Jones resumed their school work at Bloomington, Monday. SAW BRITONS SINK GERMAN SEA RAIDER Gttn..i5i Captain. Fritz Falkenberg, of the S. S. Berwind, on the witness stand in New York in the government's case against Karl Buenz and other officers of the Hamburg-American line, charged with filing false manifests in an attempt to coal and provision German sea raiders, told how from the bridge of the Berwind he saw the British auxiliary cruiser Carman ia 8ink the German raider Kap Trafalgar in a two hours' battle. MORE JOBS THAN MEN SAYS CHARITY WORKER "There are so few men out of work," said Mrs. Elizabeth Candler, probation officer, "that we expect comparatively few calls for charitable aid this winter. The condition of labor in the city has never been better." Application was made at the social service bureau for laboring men yes ferday, but none could be secured. She Sent out on the street to find men who were out of work but was unsuccessful in her search. The employment bureau has not been a busy department recently. More applications have been received for men than there are men to fill the Jobs. T "Many of the chronic charity cases are disappearing," said Mrs. Candler. ;People are beginning to realise that Richmond is no place to come if they Intend to live on charity." CLASS HOLDS BAZAAR A senior bazaar and candy sale will be held at S31 Main street next Saturday

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ed upon his arrival in New York Wednesday on board the liner Ryndam. Mr. Whitlock, whose efforts to save Miss Edith Cavell, the British nurse, from death before a firing squad, brought him again into almost worldwide popularity, will return to Belgium after a short visit. Advices from Washington state that President Wilson has his eye upon Mr. Whitlock as his running mate for the 1916 Presidential race.

INDIANA CONVENTION DISCUSSES WITH SPIRIT OF CHRISTIANITY ACTIVITY OF SECRET SOCIETIES

Disapproving of secret organizations the state convention of the Indiana Christian Association convened last night at the East Main Street Friends' church. The association holds that secret societies are prejudical to the best interests of the home, the church and the state, and the convention has been called to discuss in a friendly and Christian spirit this subject, which, the members believe, has been much neglected. Rev. Gurney Lee, of Vermillion Grove, III., presided and introduced Rev. I. T. Rosenberger of Covington, O., who made a brief address and prayer. Rev. Mead A. Kelsey, president of the organization made an address in which he pointed out the object of the convention and what in his opinion were the evils attributable to secret societies. Refers to Mormonism. He referred - to - the Mormons and C"nin Morgan and said that all thei ! knew of them was what it saw the outside, for no one had ever the inside. Oaths of secrecy ; necessary to get within the inner suies and this condition is a menace to the country, he said. The speaker declared that be did not believe in organizations that were not subject to investigation. "Secrecy is detrimental even though it might be for a good cause and that is one of the things that cripples the country," said the speak er. "There are lots of lodge members who don't know much about the lodge just as there are lots of church mem bers who don't know much about the church." Rev. J. M. Coleman of Bloomington Ind., was to speak on "A study in Heathen Mysteries" but changed his topic at the last moment out of deference, to another speaker who will talk on that subject tonight. Speaks on "Open Life." Instead he spoke on "Masonry and Jesuites" talking at length on the "Open Life." "This meeting is not being held for the purpose of making an attack on any one, but rather to help them and show them the light. There is religion in all lodges for you know that they all have their prayers, but it is a form of symbolism. The issue now resting on Christ's church is the same that rested oh Israel thousands of years ago. Secrecy is extending over the land even down to college fraternities and it is not Christ-Hke," Rev. Mr. Coleman said. The speaker said the value of belonging to secret orders was diminished because of the number of members.' He declared that fraternities were powerful in some churches and that they made an effort to exercise the real authority. He charged that secret societies were op posed to each other and that some of them carried activities into politics. Kelsey Gives Reason. Rev. Mr. Kelsey said in' part: "We have-met in this convention to discuss a question that is generally considered of too sensitive a nature to be brought to public attention in

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the manner contemplated by bur prcK gram. But why so? If we have sincere convictions that a certain mode of social organization is not wholesome, why should we not speak it out freely? Even those who differ from us ought to be interested in knowing the ground of our objection. "And may I call your attention to our primary motive in all of this? It is expressed in the motto before you, for the honor of Jesus Christ. "But you are anxious to know why we object to these societies. Here are a few: "First because they are secret. These societies differ in very many particulars but this is one thing that is characteristic of them all, just as alcohol is characteristic of all intoxicating drinks. This distinguishes them as a class. "Then again I object to these societies because of their religious nature." BARNES NAMED IN MUNITION SCANDAL Thurlow Weed Barnes, brother -of William Barnes, the New York Republican leader, mentioned as the recipient of a cablegram from Victor Sly, who is now held under bail in London for illicit traffic in war munitions without a license, admitted that he had dealt in war munitions, but could not remember whether or not he had any dealings with Sly. It is charged that Sly and the Duke of Manchester, now in Paris, were engaged in buying and selling rifles from America without a license. Cablegrams : between Sly and the Duke of Manchester are being held as evidence. Also cables between Sly and Mr. Barnes will be introduced, it is said.

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INDIANAPOLIS, Not.' SO. The loyalty, of the mother to Henry Naber. 17, of Richmond, who- was charged with having stolen rrom me man wnue a driver of a mall wagon, prooaoiy avmf him from a ' orison sentence. Naber . was released on - a - suspended sentence. . ASHLEY, ARRANGES NEW YEAR'S FROLIC AT WESTCOH HOTEL A regular New Years eve celebra tion for Richmond like they have on the big time circuit is what Manager Lee Ashley of the Westcott hotel plans. Ashley announced today , that he Is now disposing of table reservations in the hotel dining room for the New Year eve event. Some time before Old Father Time attends to the last sad rites over old 1916 and then proudly ushers in the Infant 1916, an elaborate luncheon will be served to the diners. Just at midnight the frol ic will start The big. foyer of the hotel will be cleared for those who desire to dance and throughout the evening the guests will be entertained by cabaret per formers. Ashley says his plan has been well received and that quite a number of tables have already been reserved. "I will guarantee everybody, a good time," he added. BREESE LOSES HOME THEN GOES TO JAIL Charles Breese lost his happy home yesterday and today he lost his liberty. He was. sent to county jail to serve out a fine of $5 and costs. Breese begged hard for a suspension of sentence but his wife Insisted that he be sent to jail and to jail he went. Incidentally Breese was ordered never to bother his wife or children again, ''and was mreaienea witn prosecution for desertion of children If he did not contribute toward their support after he had Deen released from jail. Mrs. Breese said her husband left her September 7 and since that time had. contributed only $6 toward the support of the family. "A boarder had to lend me money to fit out the four children for echool," she said. "I want you to keep that man away from me. Yesterday he got drunk and came to the house and threatened myself and the children because I would not withdraw my suit for divorce. I told him some time ago that if he braced up, started to work and Quit drinkinK I would not prosecute my suit, but the way be braced up was to get drunk as a lord and come down, to my house yesterday and start trouble." POLICE TO PROTECT CHRISTMAS CROWDS Anticipating the 4sgest shopping season in the city's history because of the increased facilities for out-of-town people coming to Richmond, Chief Goodwin announced today that every precaution to protect the shopping pub lic would be provided by his department. It is probable that some extra officers will be appointed and detailed for duty on Main street during the Christmas season and probably a special police woman will be appointed to work in the various stores to prevent "shop lifting." The chief already knows who he. will appoint if he is given authority to put on extra officers. The prospective appointees are on his reserve list. MAYOR OF WINCHESTER DRIVES CAR INTO AUTO An automobile driven by Mayor Woodbury, of Union City, collided with the Hackman-KIehfoth automobile driven by Clarence Ferling, this noon at the corner of Eighth and Soutb E street. Both machines were damaged but no one was injured. Dr. Harris, of Union City, was in the automobile with the mayor of that city. The damage to the Hackman-KIehfoth car consisted of bent axle and fender. One of the tires was damaged. The only damage to the Union City machine was a bent fender. Ferling said that his car was standing still when Woodbury's car tfmashed into it. SENT FAKE CALL; FACES ARREST Sunday evening, police headquarters was notified that a woman living on North Thirteenth street had taken poison and the city ambulance was ordered. A city physician and the ambulance responded promptly but did not find anybody living in the ' nelghl rhood in need of medical assistance. Through the assistance of the tele phone exchange the person who sent in -the "fake" call has been located and the police are considering prosecuting him. The call cost the city just $1.50, the fee for the city physician. USES STOCKINGS FOR DEED. EVANSVILLE, Ind.. Nov. 30. Deli rious from' the use of drugs, Mrs. Fay Maxwell, a prisoner at the police station, attempted to hang herself after she had tied ; her silk - stockings together and attached them to a bar in her cell. - The turnkey saved her from death and Immediately placed her in a straightjacket. - M ARLATT MrtMPROVED. Charles' E. Marlatt, member of the board of works, has improved so much that he was able to leave his room and go down-stairs yesterday afternoon.

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$1,500,000 CORPORATION BUYS COLUMBUS MACHINE AND IDOL CO.

The mystery surrounding the recent organization of " ttie "American Lathe and Press company, a $1,500,000 corporation, the principal promoters of which are Richmond, men, including Fred Bethard, Fred G. White and Howard Hunt, was dispelled today with the announcement uat the company had purchased the plant of the Columbus Machine and Tool company at Columbus, O., and that it was now being re-equipped with new machinery and supplies and soon would be operated on a large scale. The company will not remove the plant from Columbus. It was first believed, when the comnany's articles of incorporation were filed at Indianapolis recently, that the factory would be located in Richmond. It has been reported, but the report so far has not been confirmed, that the corporation has secured a large war order from one of the Entente nations now- engaged in the European conflict ..." It is said that the Columbus plant purchased by the company has recently been remodeled and that large consignments of machinery are now being received daily. Besides the Richmond business men interested in the company it is said that included among the stockholders are several Evansville capitalists. William G. Irwin of ColUmbus, Ind.. is also one of the large stockholders. Expert machinists from all over the "A TIMELY SALE"

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SCHOOL ATTEKCE AVERAGE inOICATES niCOHD'S PLACE

Figures showing the ratio of total average attendance to the total enrollment Ih the schools of various cities In the state of Indiana, including Richmond, have been compiled for the 1914-1915 season by Superintendent J. T. Giles of the city schools. A low percentage in the list below means a shitting population. - Ric-imond- is eleventh on the list With a ratio of 83.8 per cent. Following Is the complete list : .,.- . . Lafayette 95.8 - Jeffersonvtlle 94.0 El wood i ...... 93.7 . South . Bend 87.6 Peru 87.0 . Anderson . .v. 88.5 Huntington . -. 4. 85.5 Elkhart i.. 85.1 Losansport vt ;.,-,.,,. 84.9 AIlftbftWftlc& S4.2 Richmond , . .- 83.8 Laporte 83.4 Michigan City 834 East Chicago . ........... 82. Kokomo 82.7 New Albany -. 82.2 Marlon 81.1 M uncle 80.1 Terre Haute 79.8 Gary 76.3 Evansville '. 75.8 Vincennes 73.5 Indianapolis 71.0 Hammond 69.8 Ft. Wayne 65.3 ROUMANIA FORBIDS RUSS SHIPS ON DANUBE LONDON. Nov. 30. "Roumania has notified Russia that ships will pot be allowed to enter the Danube, which has been mined." says a Copenhagen dispatch. Previous reports from the continent have indicated that Roumania would not interfere with Russia's movements in any way. AMERICAN WOMAN GETS "HERO HONORS' mm vtcanrzss z7zYVicomtesse Benolst d'Acq. formerly Elizabeth de Vogue, of Washington, is mentioned in a French army order today. On account of her -services as a nurse the has obtained the War cross. TURKISH TROOPS WIN CONSTANTINOPLE. Nov. CO. British troops defeated in the fighting in the Bagdad region, continued to retreat, the Turkish office announced. QUIET ON EAST FRONT. PARIS. Nov. 30. "Nothing of Importance has been reported, aince last night's statements." says todsy's war office communication. AT "ECONOMY" PRICES the .very $25.00 $17.50 $12.50 $14.98

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