Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 42, Number 162, 21 May 1917 — Page 7

THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUM-TELEGRAM, MONDAY, MAY 21, 1917

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ENDEAVOR UNION MEETS IN CITY FOR CONVENTION

Tbe annual convention of Us Indiana Yearly Meeting Christian Endaav. or Union will be . held at the West Richmond Friends church on May 35, 26 and 27. Local committees having charge of the convention are: Information, Mar-Jorle-Williams, Juanita Ballard, Edith Haworth. Eleanor Bly. Helen Hockett. Gertrude Stevenson. Fern DeBeck, J. Mahlon Harvey, Madalyn Randall, Ralph Ballinger; reception, James Thorp, Eleanor Ballard, Helen Hockett. Gertrude Stevenson, Ruth Misener find Robert Kelle.v. . Names 6t delegates lire to be sent to Raymond Jenkins, 609 National Rond, City. The program follows: Friday Afternoon Registration of Delegates at West Richmond Church. ! 4 00 Conference of Executive Officer. , .'. .. - 5 00 P: prajer Service for the Convention. ; Friday Evening " -Devotional, Edith C. Shugart, Vi.v I resident Fairmount Quarter. . IV. eatings, Eleanor Ballard, President V. P. S. C. E., West Richmond. .Response and President's Message, Parvin W. Bond, President I. Y. M. C. i:.,v. .AcMiess, "The Life That Counts," Charles Woddman," Pastor, West Richnsond Meeting.' . . ', ' Saturday Morning. S:S0 -Slorning worship led by Edith C. fhugart. .'. , , lr.termission. ft ."0 Song service. :0Addre33, "Church, Activity." lr sir Snyder, Wabash, Ind.- - ' 1 20 Opau fcrum, conducted by ian E. Hayes, of tha Young Friends L" Eld.' - C. E. and Quaker Literature, Alice Rclllff. Y. M, Supt. of Friends Literature. : C. I.' and Missions. Juanita Ballard, Super! nendent of Missions. ". C. E. :v:d Community Service. Stephen Ylafccamp. Muncic. C. E. and Stewardship. Roy Wollam. Pastor Sptceland Meeting. C. E. and The Young Friends Board, H. Mabel Kasecn, Scc'y., I. Y. M. C. E. V. Saturday Afternoon. 1 : 30 Junior Chorus. Cantata. -The Fetters That Fell," by the Richmond Juniors. 2: SO Field Meet, on Earlham Track. 6:00 Paper Bag Picnic. Saturday Evening. 7:00 Song Service. Devotional, Edith C. Shujgart. Raising our Budget, or What Shall I Give? Milo Hinckle, Pastor East Main Street Meeting. 8:00 Address, "The Coming of the Kingdom," Charles E. Hiatt, Pastor First Church, Marlon. Sunday Morning. - 9:00 Bible School. 10:30 Convention Sermon. Harry R. Hole, Pastor Carthage Meeting. Sunday ATternoon. 2:00 Music. ' ' Address, "Relation of Peace to Missions," Albert J. Brown, Indianapolis. Sunday Evening.' 6 00 Song Service. D-tvotional, Edith C. Shugart. ' 7:15 Missionary Drama, by Y. P. S. C. E. of West Richmond,-Juanita Ballard In charge. "- 8:00 Closing Address. Alexander C. Purdy, Prcf. Biblical Dept. Earlham College.

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Picture is Appeal For Men to Enlist

More than $11,500,000 In bribes was paid by Germany to Russian command ers to surrender their positions and let through the German troops to quell the recent revolution, according to unofficial reports today of the new Government's investigation of German corruption of Russian officers. It is expected several men of high command will be tried and probably executed. General Kuropatkln, Governor of Riga, it is said, received $8,000,000 to capitulate, - but reported the attempted bribery and sent the money to the Duma Government. The Gerr man agent who paid; over the money killed himself, it is reported, when he learned Riga would not be surrendered after all. The Investigation so far has found, it is said that $2,000,000 was paid to the commander at Libau and $1,500,000 to the commander at Mittau. It is alleged that the surrender of Kovno was paid for, but the price has not been named. -

(whose father was a soldier of the Americas revolution) was born In Connecticut, aad his mother whose maiden nam was Mary Wade Croke, wa born in Virginia. ' - Located at Newcastle. , "In September 1861, Judge Comstock located at Newcastle, Ind.. and was admitted to, the bar- the same year; was elected District Attorney for Henry county In 1862. an office which he resigned to enlist in the Ninth Indiana cavalry. He was offered a commission ae second lieutenant of troop E, which he had assisted. In recruiting, but declined and voluntarily filed with the adjutant-general his written request for the appointment of a friend In his stead, which appointment was accordingly made and Mr. Comstock was mustered in as a private. "Upon the organisation of the regiment he was appointed sergeant-major was promoted to first lieutenant of troop F in 1864, and to captain of troop C in April, 1865. Subsequently he was detailed to act as assistant adjutantgeneral of the brigade in which, his regiment was Incorporated. .' He was honorably discharged, September 18, 1865. . "Since 1S66, Mr. Comstock made his home in Richmond, In that year he was appointed City Attorney of Richmond, holding that office until the political complexion of the council changed. In 1867 he was married to Josephine A. Rohrer . of Germantown, O. Judge Comstock was elected as Prosecuting Attorney of the Wayne Criminal Court for the terms beginning in 1873

and 1875 and waa elected to the state senate from Wayne County In 1878. Aa state senator be was a member of the judiciary committee in 1879 and In 1881 was chairman of the joint committee on the revision of the laws. : Elected to Circuit Bench. "In 1884 he was elected judge of the Wayne Circuit Court and was re-elected In 1890, being nominated by the Republican party each time without opposition. In October 1896, he resigned the office of circuit judge, having been nominated as a candidate by the Republican party for Judge of the Appellate Court for the fourth judicial district. He was elected to that office the same year and waa for four times successively elected to that bench, serving aa a member of that court until January X 1911. "Judge Comstock was also a Past State Commander of the Grand Army of the Republic. "To each and all of the varied positions he held, Judge Comstock brought sound judgment, rare legal ability, atrict integrity and those urbane qualities of heart and mind for which he was so distinctly noted. He was an

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WAYNE COUNTY

Continued From Page One. most distinguished members. The Hon. Daniel W. Comstock, for more than fifty years an honored member of this bar. died at Washington, D. C, at an early hour Saturday morning, May 19th, 1917, while just entering upon his term as a representative in the lower house of congress for the sixth congressional district of Indiana. "His unexpected death has caused a distinct shock not only to the bench and bar of Wayne county, but to his home community and ' the state at large. Judge Comstock, as he was familiarly known among' his legal associates and the public, has had a career of almost continuous service in some branch of public business, a brief summary or which call for a place upon the permanent records of, the Wayne Circuit Court. ' -. ' "Daniel Webster Comstock was born at Germantown. Oljio, December 16th, 1840. and graduated from the Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, Ohio, in 1860. His father, James Comstock

in the larger cities during the presentation of the picture. A letter from the adjutant general, speaking for Secretary Baker, Informed the producers that the suggestion would be carried out. Alice Joyce and Harry Morey, well known picture stars, will enact the leading characters.

When "Womanhood, the Glory of tne Nation," is exhibited at the Murrettej theatre soon, it i probable tnr.t a retrailing officer for the United States i

"Womanhood" is a strong appeal for KeSpS 1M TSSlfl Unite &nfl tiealuiy r edness, its producers, tha Vita-' " 'i-Lubin-Selis-Essanay company,

jested to Secretary of War Baker! '.tz.: this action be taken at theatres'

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Her Graduation

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will soon be here, and when that day comes you should present her with some appropriate Gift. We have a big line of Graduation Gifts and suggest that you give a Violin, Violin Cases," Ukuleles, Mandolins, Guitars, Banjos, Music Rolls and Satchels, Music Dictionaries, Metronomes, Busts of Famous Composers, Piano Benches, Scarfs, and in fact everything you can find in a Music store.

and best of all, let your Gift to the Graduate be one of our Pianos or a Columbia Grafanola.

DOLLAR DAY WEDNESDAY FOR WEDNESDAY ONLY The entire stock that "we purchased from the QUICK SALE MILLIERY CO. wll be sold Wednesday for $1.00 off of the SALEPRICE. We will also offer one dozen Untrimmed Hats, worth $2.00 each, for $1.00, Wednesday only. Also 1 dozen Trimmed Hats, wgrtn $8.00 and $3.60, for $1.00. Choice of Children's Hats, Wednesday only, $1.00.. These prices will be for Wednesday only. Store will open at 8 a. m. Come early and get your choice of these bargains. Mrs. C. A. BREHM 35 NORTH 8TH ST.

able lawyer, a Just judge, a companionable associate and a citizen whoae estimable parts commanded for him the highest respect of all. Reflects Honor on Profession. "As a formal expression of its sense of loss and deep sorrow: - , "Be it resolved by the Wayne County Bar Association, that the life

and public services of Daniel W. Cornstock have reflected honor and. credit not only upon himself, but upon the bench and bar of the state, and in his death, we feel a personal bereavement and recognize a great loss to the public at large. ', : : --, - "Bt it further resolved, that a copy of this brief memorial be spread upon

the records of : the Wayne Circuit Court, and that a further copy be by the Clerk of the court forwarded to his family. ' Dated this May 21st, 1917. , . , A. C. LOXDEMUTH. " ,. . . JOHN L. RUPE. WILL W. RELLER. Committee on Resolutions. '

Aimusil May Sale Men's

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For Spring and Suimiinier

The importance of this sale cannot be emphasised too strongly, as it Is the climax to several months', preparations, now culminating in this extraordinary yearly event. Because of the unusual values offered, we look forward with keen antici

pation to the making' of many new satisfied customers and to further strengthening the friendship of our old customers who already know from past experience what to expect in these annual sales of ours. From the viewpoint of the merchandise we could offer none more clean, new and up-to-date. Quality and style are above reproach, as everything has been selected and assembled to meet the Immediate needs of spring and summer. Our Hand-Tailored Suits at $18 to $25 They express individuality in every line, and possess a smart, dressy style swing' that all good dressers will recognize at a glance. Our suits are cut right and made right, and portray correctly the leading styles of the hour. In eat, fabric, pattern and workmanship, they are all that the skill of expert tailors is capable of producing. ' , Two or three button models, half or quarter lined with silk Of alpaca: lightweight fabrics in all the new and desirable effects and patch or regulation pockets. Suits today! -

Attention Graduates ! Extra Tiroiinsers FUSEE With every suit ordered here during next 12 days. Order now. Get the pick of our superb stock Including Blue Serges. Get your extra pants here.

Wayime TfflfiflopMgj Co. 816 Main Street

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New Super-Six Speedster Now Here; Latest, fastest Hudson model just arrived. A smart car with new lines. Seats four. $1750 at Detroit.

The Super-Six makes an ideal Speedster. It has demonstrated in many tests that it has just the power, the speed and endurance required of a car of its type. , All who love the sport of motoring will covet this Hudson SuperSix Speedster. ": For it is smart comfortable and lively. No distance, no road any other car will travel no hill will be a barrier to your desire with this Speedster. It has all the speed you can possibly want. - It is so smart that its distinction and good taste are commanding. The demand for the more conventional models of Hudsons 'limits the number of cars that can be built. So the Hudson Super-Six Speed

ster will be available only to those who decide promptly. The limited number will make those that are out all the more distinctive. If you joy in the sport of motoring the Super-Six Sjpeerjster wiD just suit you. And if there is any probability of your getting a smart car this year you should come see this one now. Remember that a stock Super-Six cKassis Holds the record for the fastest mile rate 1 02 miles an hour. It also is champion endurance car, a stock chassis having made 1819 miles in 24 hours of ficiallyexcelling all other records by 52. Such a record has the stock Hudson Super-Six chassis. And such a chassis is in the Super-Six Speedster. Could any other Speedster be as desirable ? '

Phaeton, 7-passenger . . . .$1650 Cabriolet, 3-passenger ...$1950 Touring Sedan $2175

Speedster, 4-passenger ... $1750 Town Car -.... .' . $2925 (Prices f. o. b. Detroit)

Town Car LandaoJet .....$3025 Limousine ....$2925 Limousine Landaulet .... $3025

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