Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 41, Number 102, 16 March 1916 — Page 2

iAGE TWO

THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUN-TELEGRAM. THURSDAY, MAR. 16, 1916

FIRE FROM VILLA GUHS FAILS TO HALT ADVANCE OF AMMAN TROOPERS

EL PASO, March 16. -Francisco Villa has opened his warfare with the American troops sent to hunt him down. News reached here today that mounted Mexicans fired upon the expedition sent into Mexico shortly after it crossed the border yesterday afternoon. There were no casualties and the march of the American column was not halted by the attack.

Mexicans Fall Back. ' Thomas Davis, a rancher, living two miles from Columbus, N. M., -whence the forces of General John J. Pershing set out, brought In the details of the first clash between the Americans and Mexicans. The Americans had Just started across the border line when the Mexicans fired a fusillade at the troopers of the Thirteenth cavalry which led the expedition. Without awaiting an order, the troopers in advance unslung their carbines and fired back. The Mexicans then retreated. There were no casualties among the American soldiers, the Mexican marksmanship being poor. The skirmish was over so quickly that the column; was not halted. It continued steadily along the old wagon trail that marked the first part of the course-through the treacherous Sierra Madre. foothills to the desert over which the Americans must pass to ao complish their purpose of taking Villa alive or -Villa dead. Bertanl Co-operates. ' Davis thought that the attacking Mexicans were Carranzlsta troops belonging to the command of General Pablo Bertanl, but his statement to this effect was contradicted by official reports from ' Columbus stating that that General Dertani was co-operating with the Americans. It was also flatly denied by General Gavira, Carranza commander at Juarez. "That could not be," exclaimed Gavira, when informed by the International News Service correspondent, of Davis' report. "Why, I have special instructions from First Chief Carranza not to oppose the American soldiers." "Does that mean you will co-operate with them?" he was asked. "I have been told not to oppose them."

SOUTH SIDERS WANT BETTER STREETS

Permanent Improvements of roads In the south part of the city and the Boston pike, south of the city, is being

considered by a special committee of

the South Side Improvement association. A petition probably will be circulated within the next few days asking an Appropriation from the county for a concrete road under the threemile road law. John Nlewoehner is chairman of the special committee from the improvement association and said today that no definite line of action had been outlined nor the route for the road chosen. The south slders, however, are considering beginning the concrete road at the south end of the Eighth

street brick pavement, running sev

eral squares south and then cutting over to the Boston pike and extending approximately two and a half miles south.

COMMISSIONERS VIEW DALTON BRIDGE SITES

The county commissioners left this morning to inspect bridge- sites in Dalton township. Because of the Nettle creek dredge, three or four new bridges will have to be built in Dalton township and the commissioners are viewing sites. The commissioners are accompanied by County Surveyor Peacock, who has charge of the dredge work. Several bridges over Nettle creek, which were reported by Peacock at the commissioners' hearing two weeks ago as being defective on account of the alleged defective plans of John W. Mueller as bridge engineer, are also being investigated.

HOME TOWN FOLKS PROUD OF STRAYER

Success of Attorney Frank Strayer in gaining the Republican nomination for prosecuting attorney is a source of gratification to friends at Greenville, O., his former home. The Greenville Daily Advocate recalls how Strayer started there as an employe of the Ross Supply company, studying at night for the practice of law. It speaks in laudatory terms of his ambition and perseverance.

RACE COSTS NOTHING

Expense accounts were filed today by Edward Warfel, defeated candidate for Republican nomination as county treasurer and Samuel Robinson, candidate for precinct committeeman. Warfel spent a total of $80.34. Robinson was elected committeeman without spending a cent.

WAR DRIVES PRICE OF FENCE HIGHER

Fewer than the usual number of men are employed at the Eliott-Reid fence factory at present. Not only is this the Elack season, officials said, but war orders have driven the price of wire so high that farmers so far thi3 year have not been buying such Urge quantities of wire fencln&r

MEASLES BREAK OUT

INDIANAPOLIS, March 16. Another sure sign of spring. Sixty cases of measles have been reported in this city.

MEN TAKE BRIDES LEARNER'S ADVICE

That two-thirds of the men in the T. M. C. A. dormitory should not be rooming there but should get married and maintain homes of their own, is the contention of Secretary Ellis Learner and some of the directors. But the men refuse to become benedicts so what is the association to do? Although no immediate action is contemplated it is probable that within a year or so the local association will follow the example of other western branches in establishing a wage and age limit for the dormitory men. This would force the removal of many of the occupants in favor cf men making lower wages and younger in years who are more in need of the accommodations and the fellowship offered in the Y. M. C. A, dormitory.

A beetle found extensively on the high plains of Ecuador, roasted like a chestnut. Is eaten by the natives of that country.

UNDERIIILL IS FOUND GUILTY; MAY APPEAL TO SUPREME COURT

Henry County Jury Soaks Him $250 and 90 Days in Jai( After Sensational Trial.

Defendant Almost Sobs From Mortification for New Sentence Heavier Than ' One Imposed Here.

Late yesterday afternoon when the jury in the circuit court at New Castle found Alfred Underhill, of Richmond, guilty of having drawn a gun on John Weidenbach, a Wayne township farmer, and fined him $250 and costs with a ninety days jail sentence, Underhill almost sobbed from

mortification. He had anticipated an acquittal. Last summer a jury in the Richmond court found Underhill guilty of the same charge, returning a verdict of $100 and costs fine and thirty days in jail. Underhill promptly appealed the verdict to the Wayne circuit court, then secured a change of venue from that court to the Henry circuit court. Underhill is considering an appeal from the Henry circuit court jury's verdict to the state supreme court. His attorneys have until Saturday of this week to enter an appeal motion. If this action is not taken Judge Gau&e will pronounce sentence on that date. Underhill is now out on bond. If no appeal is taken it will be optional with the court whether Underhill serves his sentence in the Wayne or Henry county jail. Last fall the grand jury returned an indictment against Underhill chargins fraud. Conviction upon this charge

would mean a penitentiary sentence. After his arrest on this indictment he was released on $1,000 bond. A number of character witnesses were introduced by the defense during the Underhill trial at New Castle. Dr. R. R. Hopkins testified that Underbill's character was good, then on cross-examination, admitted that he had heard that his friend. Judge L. C. Abbott, had once informed Underhill that he could cot get justice in his court because a justice of the peace was not permitted to sentenced a man to be hung. L. L. Harris testified that Underbill's character was good. "You once sent a communication to the newspapers defending Underhill. alter he had blown up a section of the water main, didn't you?" asked Prosecutor Reller. Harris denied having done this. He said he wrote to the newspapers, upon the insistence of a member of his family, refuting a published statement that Underhill was related to the Harris family. After testifying that Underhill was a man of good character, Henry Mather admitted that the prevailing public opinion in Richmond was that Underhill was a man of bad character.

PALLADIUM WANT ADS PAY

LOCAL MEN HATCH VILLA'S MVEKEtlT AGAINST PEARSON

The Madero Company, Limited, owner of more than $1,000,000 of saw mills and lumber in the Galeana district, southwest of Casa Grandes. is to be the next victim cf the Villa bandits, according to a dispatch received from El Paso today. Several Richmond people formerly were employed there. Villa and his men were said to be moving in the direction of Pearson. 6eat of the company's offices. He apparently took a roundabout route to avoid the Carranza troops at Casa Grandes. There Is little lot to be had at Pearson as moEt of the population is engaged at work in the mills. ( A beetle found extensively on. the high plains of Ecuador, roasted like a chestnut, is eaten by the natives of that cuntry.

REED'S

EVERY

RANGE

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Gas Ranges Excepted

to 40 taunt for 10

lays

Every Coal or Wood Range, also Combination Ranges are scheduled to be sold within the next ten daysthere is no alternative There are ten times as many ranges on our floor today as there should be Our immense line of Stoves and Ranges for fall are bought and we must close out every range on our floors at once. ' ' "

Gome Expecting Greater Range Values Than You Ever Thought Possible. You Will Not Be Disappointed--We promise this and our promise is as good as gold. You have read much and heard

more about the superior qualities of these ranges and moreover every one is absolutely guaranteed by this firm and by the makers. Study the cut to the right Note how these ranges send the heat 53 inches farther through the range than any other. You can

heat all six lids at once, or you can direct the heat to concentrate on the oven or on the reservoir or both. Then there are many other excellent exclusive features which make these ranges exceptionally desirable. ; As to Prices You well know that prices on iron and steel have advanced rapidly and that all stoves will be 20 to 30 higher next fall. All these ranges were purchased at the old, low prices and marked to sell accordingly. Now with a very liberal discount off the former prices it is easy for you to figure an actual saving

during the next 10 days, of 40 to

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RANGE

With Gas Attachment Priced Only

This gas attachment has 3 powerful gas burners, loose gratings porcelain handled lever valves, heavy galvanized removable drip pan and nickeled' supply pipe, which can be connected to gas supply with rubber tubing or iron connection. None of the excellent qualities of the range itself are lost by the addition of the gas attachment. Every feature contained in all other ranges are complete, but you have the added convenience of a gas stove. EVERY RANGE IN OUR STORE REDUCED IN PRICE and our stock is large. You will have no difficulty in choosing the one suitable to your needs. Every one is fully warranted and backed by one of the largest stove fac

tories in the country. Decide to save $10

or more by buying your next season

range during this unusual sale.

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Don't wait until the 10th day or you will surely be disappointed. At those low prices the entire line will be

sold quickly.

Gome Tomorrow

Follow the arrows in the picture above Note how the heat travels 53 inches farther than in any other make.

SELECT THIS RANGE DURING SALE YOU'LL GET MORE THAN VALUE RECEIVED. Because this range (and all others on our floors) is a good baker, the top can be heated without heating up the rest of the range, or all the heat can be centered on the reservoir if hot water is wanted instantly. It is a guaranteed fuel saver and will burn any kind of fuel, the bottom of the oven will not warp, the nickel will remain bright. It is a good make and fully guaranteed.

9" "Q mum Full Nickel

Full Nickel Sanitary Base

THIS $45 RANGE (Qfl 7C Priced now only . O0U. 13

Here's One of the Big Specials

of This Great Range Sale It has drop oven door, which forms shelf for easily handling heavy roasts. Burns any kind of fuel successfully. Has 6 hole top, nickled towel rack, with large knobs, drop bracket shelves, high warming closet. The entire range is handsomely nickel trimmed and it's too good an opportunity to miss so come without delay. May be purchased on easy, convenient terms of payment and at the price now quoted it is one of the biggest values in our store today. ,

The Price Only

Dozens and Dozens of These

WERE SOLD THIS WINTER and we have yet to hear of a dissatisfied user. Every customer is thoroughly pleased, so enthusiastic about their purchase

uiau Lucy auuyiy uanuui, iciiaiu j telling us and their neighbors about them. Every purchaser is so proud of his judgment, so satisfied with the choice that they voluntarily go out and tell friends about it, and when you consider these facts and the other advantages we offer you as to lowered prices and big variety and the privilege of buying on easy terms of payment does it not seem certain that you, too are bound to be satisfied with one of these ranges?

We picture and describe but a few of the many styles and patterns of Ranges offered during this sale. Come see them all. Your kind is here and at a big saving in price.

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SEE THESE RANGES In Our Corner Window

"Where Patrons Are Pleased"

YOUR CREDIT IS GOOD Select one of these Ranges Tomorrow. A small down payment, and a little each week is all that is needed. DELIVERY AT ONCE

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Richmond