Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 43, Number 26, 12 December 1917 — Page 14

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THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUN-TELEGRAM. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 12, 1917.

PREBLE LAWYERS TO AID DRAFTEES

EATON, O., Dec, 12. Lawyers and laymen will perform the work Incident to the army draft classification In Freble county The work vlll be taken up Monday of next week, when the questionnaires 'are sent out to registrants Common Pleas Judg Rlslnger Attorney A M. Crlsler and Attorney Robert Dye, of Eaton, constitute tle county advisory board. When lawyers and laymen In the county tendered their services In the work they were graciously accepted. There were not near enough places for all who offered to assist In the work Several women volunteered their services. In the event some of those accepted cannot serve, their places will be filled from the waiting list of volunteers. The lawyers and laymen have been divided Into groups, one of which will be on duty In the temporary court house each day next week, beginning Monday. Either Judge Rlslnger, Attorney Crlsler or Attorney Dye will be present each day with each group The groups have been made up as follows and the days upon which thsy will be on duty are announced as follows: Monday. Judge Elam Fisher, Attorney C. C. Foos. T. B. Sturr, Dallas Young, Joseph Wilson. Jr.; Tuesday, Attorneys John Rlslnger ind V. V. Brumbaugh. A. J. Swift, John E. Parker, J. V. Huffman; Wednesday. Attorneys E. P. Vaughan, F. G. Shuey ar.d A. R. Griffis, John Ehler and John W. Cook; Thursday. Attorneys Harry h Rlslnger and John V. Dye C. O. Spring. Frank Rlnehart and Earle C. Campbell; Friday, Attorneys F. S. Dye and L. T. Stephen and J. H. Moor-

man. Harvev H. Hawkins and Chester!

A Burns;. Saturday, Mayor S. B. Foos '

G. E. RenEman, O. A. Gale, K. J. Scheid, Johnson McLaln and C. W. Mcintosh.

Janitor of Centerville School Resigned Rather Than Suffer Vaccination For the Smallpox

PROGRAM OUT FOR "Y" SHOP MEETING

The schedule for Y. M. C. A. shop meetings i3 announced as follows: Tuesday at Reliance foundry Evtrard Knollenberg, chairman; music, arranged for by Mrs. William Kienker, t. Paul's Lutheran church. Refrigerator company Clarence Kramer, chairman; music committee, 'Tiss Helen Beatty, St. Paul's Episcopal church, in charge. Wednesday, American Seeding Machine company George Dilks, chairman; music, E. S. Mote, chairman, East Main Street Friends church. Swayne-Rcbinson company H. C. Poan, chairman; music, Mrs. Thomaon. chairman. Thursday. National Automatic Tool company Dr. W. J. Smith, chairman; mu6!c, Roy Babylon, Central Christian church. F. and N. Lawn Mower company O P. Nusbaum, chairman; music, Oliver P. Nusbaum, First English Lutheran. ElliottrReld Fence factory Ivan T. Beck, chairman; music, Ralph Little, First Chrirtian church. Each Friday, Dille and McGuire F. P. Wilson, cahirman; music, MiS3 Grace Shera, First M. E. church.

CENTERVILLE, IND.. Dec. 12. No more cases of small pox have developed here, mak'ng only the one case. Raymond Brookhart, the victim. Is doing nicely. Vaccination Is the slogan here and nearly everyone has taken this precaution. Schools opened Monday morning and only children who had been vaccinated were permitted to attend. Edward Baker who has served as Janitor for several years at the school house resigned his position rnther than be vaccinated and the place is open for a new Janitor. The children regret to loose Mr. 3aker who Is an artist and many mornings drew pictures on the black board for eurprlses for them. A meeting will be held y the board of health Wednesday evening at which meeting it will be decided Just when public meetings will be permitted to reopen. Mr. Rau of Lafayette is here on account of the sickness of his step-son, Raymond Brookhart. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lashley entertained the following guests to dinner Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. David Revelee, Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Bolman of Richmond and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Smoker of Abington. Mr. and Mrs. James Horne and daughter, Geneve, took Sunday dinner with Mr.' and Mrs. E. S. Wright Mrs. Anna Russel is confined to her bed with erysipelas at the home of her sister, Mrs. Taylor McConaha. The Needlecraft met at the home of Mrs. Wm. Rodnberger, Thursday. A number of members and several guests were present to enjoy a social afternoon together. It was decided to take the money In the treasury and purchase yarn for sweaters, and the women will knit them for presents to soldier boys. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Geo. Schell. Miss Nellie Booth is spending several days vith friends at Webster. Joseph King and wife have moved from the Tender property on Plum

etreet and will store their furniture and spend the winter In Flornda, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Flook will occupy the bouse vacated by them. Mrs. Lemon Ladd and children of Lynn are guests at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Howard Matthews. The Cemetery association meer with Mrs. Frank Buhl Friday after noon and election of officers will be held.

COUNTY OFFICES HAVE LITTLE FUEL

EATON. O., Dec. 12. Despite the fact that fcur cars of coal were raided here Sunday and Monday, the coal situation Is still regarded as very serious. Enough coal was procured, bowever, to last county offices two or three days. Officials at the temporary court house have almost been compelled to suspend business . because of the shortage of coal.

Pigeon Carrying German Message Found at Halifax

Articles Sterilized Before Shipment

The Wayne County Red Cross chapter shipped the following articles to the Indianapolis warehouse Tuesday: Hospital Garments and Supplies 90 Bed Shirts. 10 Suits Pajamas. ' 10 Pairs Operating Legglns. 100 Paira Bed Shoes. 10 Pairs Bandaged-foot Shoes. 100 Handkerchiefs. 50 Hot Water Bottle covers. 30 Napkins. 20 Pitcher Covers. 60 Medicine Glass Covers. 10 Tray Cloths. Total 610 pieces. Knitted Articles 56 Sweaters. 44 Pairs of Socks. 6 Pair3 Wristlets. 2 Scarfs. Total 15S pieces. -

HALIFAX, N. S. Dec. 12. The capture of a carrier pigeon, under whose wings was a message in German, was reported to the police yesterday. The pigeon probably wounded in the explosion Thursday, entered the window of a home near the burned area. Its number was "New York No. 29." The pigeon was turned over to the chief of police at Dartmouth who declined to niake any statement pending the delivery of the message to the military authorities. . j The woman who captured it said the bird was suffering intensely from the cold and seemed to come in for shelter.

Camp Taylor Men to be Allowed to Spend Christmas at Home

Richmond and Wayne county men who are stationed at the army training camp in Louisville, Ky., will be allowed to eat Christmas dinners at their homes, according to announcement made at Camp Taylor. Most of the Richmond and Wayne county men who were chosen for military service, are stationed in Camp Shelby, Miss., however. The furloughs become effective at noon, December 22 and expires at 7 o'clock the evening of December 26. according to the announcement. It is probable that the men stationed In Camp Shelby also will be allowed to return home for Christmas.

Hoosier Happenings

MUNCIE, Dec. 12. Lon Williams. 50 years old. Is In a critical condition as the result of exposure. Williams was found in an unconscious condition lying on a vacant lot. It. is believed he lost his way while returning to his home in the blinding snow storm Saturday night. LIBERTY BUYS SEALS LIBERTY, Dec. 12. The members of the Liberty chapter of tbe Delta Theta Tau, who are In charge of the sale of Christmas seals, have disposed of their allotted number and have or dered 1,000 more. WILL LEAVE FRANKLIN FRANKLIN, Dec. 12. Rev. Carl

Burkhardt, who recently rigned as pastor of the Christian 'church here, has accepted the pastorate of the Plattsburg, Mo., Christian church. He preached his last sermon here Sunday. HOG' THIEVES. BUSY;- j LAWREXCEBURG, Dec. 12. Ruth-' erford B. Pingleton, tobacco grower, has reported the theft of two hogs from his yard, to the police. The nogs weighed about 300 pounds each. Pingleton said he butchered the hogs and let them hang out all night. j WARSAW, Dec. 12. Thieves have .'"."" -I been active in this vicinity recently. The slaughter house of Haas Bros., near Warsaw, was. entered and a aog slaughtered and carried away They worked deliberately and prepared tho;

hog lor maket. FIFTY-TWO ENLIST IN MUNCIE

MUNCIE, Dec. 12 Fifty-two young t men who had enlisted in various I branches of the military service at i the Muncie recruiting station, left for i Indianapolip where they will take the final examination before going into ' training. Fifteen more will leave lat-t

ilton, who was reported to have died of pneumonia and measles while with the American E peditionary forces In France, was the son of Mrs.

Edith McKee. . He went to France

with the Rainbow division and was 18 years old. ORGANIZE ARTILLERY COMPANY BICKNELL, Dec. 12. A company of the 2nd Indiana field artillery is being formed here and has sixteen recruits. Rev. John Walton, who came here recently as pastor of the

Baptist church, has received a conv

mission a3 chaplain in the second la diana field artillery regiment. STOCK ROASTED SOUTH BEND, Dec. 12. A larg hog barn owned by J. D. Collins ol Chicago was destroyed by fire causing a loss estimated between 115,004 and $20,000 Much of the stock we i roasted in the fire.

MAKE CHRISTMAS A DAY OF JOY AND HAPPINESS WITH BEAUTIFUL NEW FURNITURE Perhaps you ae needing a new buffet a davenport or a new easy chair. A new table or a lamp; a kitchen cabinet or, maybe, something to liven up some other room. Then come to DRUITTS and see the many new pieces we have added especially for this memorable day. The prices will positively surprise you, as we have made special efforts to maintain moderate costs of Home Furniture.

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Dr. Hunt Appointed

on Board of Healthl

i One of Dr. W. W. Zimmerman's first ' appointments is that of Dr Georgo B. Hunt as a member of the city board of health. The mayor-elect made the an-; nouncement of the appointment Tues- j day following Dr. Hunt's resignation as Wayne township physician. Township Trustee Edgerton has i

appointed Dr. Frank Harold to fill the 1 unexDired term of Dr. Hunt j

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Dressing tables in Oak. Walnut, Mahogany, Ivory and Birds Eye Maple, priced at $13, $16.50, $22, $28.50 up

We 6how a dozen designs in big overstuffed Tapestry Covered Davenports. One Just like Illustration, covered with beautiful pattern of French Tapestry. A big comfortable piece. Priced at $61.20. Mahogany Spoolers, a new Novelty ...$1.98

A Martha Washington Sewing cabinet sets the standard of desire which every woman with a home and many who expect to have one soon has for a place to keep her sewing. This cabinet which we are offering is solid mahogany with three big drawers and two side pockets. It is made by the Grand Rapids factory which first placed this wonderful piece on the market and which has continuously maintained the standard of quality. A great big piece at a very reasonable price $L85

Twenty-five designs In floor lamps are here for you to choose from. Mahogany, Gold and Hand Decorated Eases with Silk Shades. Priced at $12.60, $17.50, $19.75, $22.50 UP

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CEDAR CHESTS CARD TABLES PICTURES BUD VASES TEA TRAYS TABLE COVERS Smoking STANDS WASTE BASKETS

Telephone Stands and chair complete in Oak and Mahogany. Priced $5.40

Mahogany Lamps $2.49

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Another Great Reduction in

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Special prices in force this week. Right at a time when coats are most in need. What would make a better Christmas gift than a warm winter overcoat? A few of the many Bargains Every Coat Reduced.

Up to $15.00 COATS $8.75 Up to $20.00

COAT

$12.50 $25.00 COATS $14.75

$27.50 and $32.50 COATS $19.75 $35.00 and $40.00 COATS $24.75 $45.00 COATS $28.50

"The Footwear m

Why not make yourself both the recipient and the donor too at Xmas of a pair of Feltman's Shoes and Slippers. Ladies' grey, brown and blue felt comfy Slip- CJ1 OK per. Ribbon trimmed. PJ.f Ladies' light blue, grey, old rose, taupe and CI lavender felt Slipper, comfy sole Ladies' new toney red vamp with cloth top to match. Lace Boots. Leather Louis or military heel. flC Stitched tip; especially priced W.tJif

Men's brown, grey, blue and green felt Comfy Slipper, sole, high or low cut $1.50 to $2.00 Men's black and brown kid slipper, turn sole. Everett or Romeo style S2.0O to $3.00 Men's genuine mahogany calf lace shoes, English or medium toe last. Neolln or Leather. Worth $6.00 on today's market. - Feltman's Price $5.00

children's red Slipper, fancy

Misses' and felt Comfy

trimmed 85 and 95 Misses and children's gun metal, high top, lace boot. Heavy sole. Extra good school shoe $3.00 and $3.50

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