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LOCAL FACTORY PAYS EMPLOYES DIVIDEND FROM CHICAGO OFFICE A dividend amounting to 4.1 per cent." of the yearly salary, and .affecting: employes of the International Harvester company branch In Richmond, has just been paid by the Chicago office of the company. , The dividend was paid, to all employes who were in the service of the company during ail the year 1920, and checks were mailed May 1. The dividend totals 60 percent of the surplus earnings of the company, and is divided among the two classes of employes, those in managerial positions, getting 20 per cent, of the surplus and non-managerial employes gettint 40 per cent. The dividend is paid half in cash and half in stock, the former group getting common stock, and the latter preferred stock, both at par. In order to participate in future dividends, it is necessary for employes to retain possession of this stock. The "profit in excess of seven per cent on invested capital," from which rhejlividend is paid, totals $4,600,439. Of this, 60 per cent, is payable in dividends, or an amount of 12,760,263. There will be 24,000 employes in the country who wilt benefit by the payment. Local officials of the company could not be reached Tuesday. SHIDEHARA DECRIES JAPANESE AGITATION CLEVELAND, O., May 3. Differences between the United States and Japan "call for adjustment, but their existence does not justify apprehension or pessimistic forecast," Baron Shidehara, the Japanese ambassador, declared today in an address before the Cleve'lnd Chmber of Commerce. "Is there any question between us," he asked, "which cannot be set at rest by the ordinary process of friendly discussion? Is there any question between us which can be set at rest by any other process? Sane and honest diplomacy, backed by sense, reason, charity and mutual concession, will alone lead to the lasting settlement of these problems. There is absolutely no other course." Must Keep Harmony Declaring that the stability of every "human institution" about the shores of the Pacific ocean depended upon the maintenance of harmony and good understanding between Japan and the United States, Baron Shidehara said a grave responsibility rested upon the United States and Japan. "It is evident that mass immigration of aliens of a particular race, on the one hand and unfair and discriminatory treatment of them, on the other, will equally tend to hamper their natural process of assimilation. Neither of such obstacles should be permitted to exist, if assimilation is to be encouraged. And after all there are only 125,000 Japanese in the whole mainland of the United States," SEEKING TO PREVENT BETTING ON RACES (By Associated Press) CLEVELAND. O, May 3. Fifty armed deputies recruited by Mayor George L. Burton of Chagrin Falls, left here for the Chagrin Falls race track this morning for the purpose of preventing betting on the running races which start there this afternoon Hostile actions on the part of some residents of Chagrin Falls, favorable to the sport, which resulted in the "egging" of deputies Sunday, led Mayor Burton to order his men to come .armed. Officials of the race course insisted this morning they expected to follow the usual policy in regard to placing wagers, through the pari-mutuels machines and that they had the law behind them. Mayor Burton is equally insistent that the practice is against the state gambling laws and says that he will enforce his orders to prevent gambling no matter what the cost. WOMEN'S COMMITTEES OF C. OF C. CHOSEN Committees of the Women's division of the Chamber of Commerce were named by Mrs. A. W. Roach, chairman of the division at a meeting held Monday night in the Chamber of Compierce rooms. While all of the committees which will eventually serve have not been named, those now ready to function include the following: Reciprocity Miss Emma Bond, ehairman, Mrs. L. H. Bunyan, Mrs. F. S. Bates. Miss Anna Bradbury. Mrs. Mary Ethel Wickett, Miss Ruthanna Simms. Mrs. Ross W. Stoakes. Mrs. David Edwards. Mrs. John J. Harrington. Jr.. and Miss Ida Bartel. Art Relations Mrs. Ada L. Bernhardt, chairman, Mrs. M. F. Johnston and Mrs. Edgar F. Hiatt. : City Manager Committee Miss Sarah Hill, chairman, Miss Clara Comstock and Mrs. Emma Z. Dennis. Plaque Commemorates I Slain American Birdmen (By Associated Press) I PARIS, May 3. A plaque, of delftware commemorative of the American aviators who were killed in the war as members of the famous Lefayette Escadrille will be placed in the Invalides. - The plaque is inscribed "In Meriorfem" and contains the names of the dead aviators. It was executed at the famous governmental porcelain manufactory at Sevres, and has been accepted by President Millerand for ths Invalides with several hundred war relics, historical pictures and works of art having an historic interest, the gifts of individuals. Funeral services for Oliver M. Scott, formerly of this city, who died at his home in Watseka. 111., were held from the parlors of the Pohlmeyer, Downing' and Stegall company at 2 cfclock Tuesday afternoon. Rev. Burhank officiated and burial was in the Btrlham cemetery.

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PROBLEMS AND HOPES OF IMMIGRANT ARE

James J. Davis, secretary of labor, When Secretary of Labor Davis inspected Ellis Island recently he saw the landing place of the hundreds of thousands of immigrants not alone as a government official but from the eyes of a man who, DEADLOCK REACHED IN SEAMEN'S STRIKE: BOTH FACTIONS FIRM fBy Associated Press WASHINGTON, May 3. With the ship owners declining arbitration, Chairman Benson of the shipping board finally opposed to a compromise on his fifteen per cent wage reduction order and representatives of the strikers confident that the owners "will come to terms" the controversy over seamen's wages and working conditions appeared today to be further from settlement than ever. At the department of labor it was said Secretary Davis was following his policy of talking separately with representatives of the contending factions having conferred late yesterday with Chairman Benson and spokesmen for the unions, and it was expected these conferences would be continued today. Benson Stands Firm. Admiral Benson in announcing his opposition to a compromise said the fifteen per cent wage reduction put in effect May 1, was fully justified by economic conditions snd called upon "all loyal citizens to rally to the support of their flag." He declared the board's efforts to keep its ships in operation was meeting with "gratifying success." W. S. Brown, president of the Marine Engineers' Beneficial association predicted a general tie-up of marine transportation and said he expected the ship owners "will come to terms" in a few days. HARDING'S- IS WARM FOR NEWSBOYS (Bt Associated Press) BOSTON, May ?. Recalling his days as newsboy and newspaperman, President Harding in a letter to Harry E. Burroughs of this city, today said lhai no incident of the 1920 campaign pleased him more than a call he received from a delegation of newsboys of his own paper. "The testimony of their friendship and loyalty touched me very deeply," he wrote. The' president's letter expressed regret at his inability to attend a forthcoming re-union of the Boston exi newsboy association. 'Organizations similar to your own

have grown up in manv cities to theT ""7l- I . great advantage of the newsboys, and f" rug

also of their members" the President said. "It is a fine thing that, the men who have graduated from such humble beginnings into places of importance ard influence in the world should continue their interest in behalf of the boys who come after them." Infantry Guards Border Against Mexican Disorders i By Associated Press) NOGALES, May 3 The 25th United States infantry today was guarding closely the international border here to prevent spreading to the American side of disorders which broke out in Nogales. Sonora, just across the line last night The trouble was precipitated by the arrival at Nogales, Sonora. of 76 Chinese and two Hindu laborers from Hong Kong, China, officials stated. The foreigners were being shipped in bond from San Francisco. Five Chinese were badly hurt, three of whom may die. a physician attending them at the Nogales, Sonora, hospital said last night. Acting American Consular Agent Charles Dausrherty said that the situation was wpII in hand in a statement issued shortly before midnight last night. Hoover Urges Protection For American Industries (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, May 3. Declaring that several lines of trade already had been driven out by German competitors, Secretary Hoover, told the house ways and means committee today that there was imperative need for protection by American industries against the inroads of revived German commerce.

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photographed oa inspection trip to Davis' career. forty years ago, landed there himself as an immigrant boy, full of vigor and hope for big things for himself. Davis was born in Wales and came to the U. S. when eight years of age. He be Cleveland Judge Uses Bible to Impress Witness (By Associated Press) CLEVELAND, O., May 3. Witnesses appearing in Municipal Judge Samuel Silbert's court must swear upon a Bible, instead of merely with uplifted haDd, and must stand while testifying. These steps are being taken to prevent the spread of perjury, Judge Silbert said. The use of the Bible, Judge Silbert pointed out, reminds people that they are swearing to God to give the truth. Witnesses, he asserted, when compelled to stand, have not the same ease of mind and self-assurance as when seated and are more impressed with the dignity of the legal proceedings. BERGDOLL ATTORNEY RECITES 'GOLD' STORY (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, May 3. Samuel T. An sell, former advocate general of the army, and counsel for Grover Cleveland Berdoll, escaped Philadelphia draft dodger, told a house investigating committee today that a story about Bergdoll having buried gold in the mountains of West Virginia "seemed reasonable" and that he believed it. "The circumstances were impressive," he said, "as they impressed General Harris when I laid the facts before him. The decision to ask the war department to release Bergdoll under military guard to hunt for the gold was reached, the witness said at a conference here between Ansell, Clarence D. Gibboney, and Judge John W. Westcott, of New Jersey. Mr. Ansell denied that he had asked the authorities to permit Bergdoll to remain at Governor's island instead of being sent to Ft. Leavenworth, where five year men usually were confined. He also denied that he had "received a large fee for nothing." Typographical Union Will Aid Strikers (Bv Associated Press) INDIANAPOLIS. May 3. Officers of the International Typographical union made preparations today to extend the support of the organization to subordinate unions, which called strikes Monday to enforce demands for a 44 hour work week in job and book printing offices. Statistics are being compiled as to the payment of strike benefits will be expedited, according to J. W. Hayes, secretary-treasurer of the international union. Mr. Hayes said he expected to have figures late today as to the number of men out. Union officials said they had received some reports of strike settlements in different cities, the employers having acceded to demands for the shorter hour week. He pointed out that the strikes must be settled by local agreements rather than by national agreements. Fox Fur in Such Demand Put Up Immigration Bar (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON. May 3 Fox fur has some into Kuch demand in this country that agriculture department officials have put up immigration bars against the flow of undesirable live foxes imported for breeding purposes. By regulations just issued, foxes are in classed with other live stock for quarantine against disease and can enter the country only after inspection and on permit, except when consigned to zoological gardens. "Attractive prices" offered for fox fur had interested many people, the announcement said, and numerous fox farms had sprung up in the northern states which the department desired to encourage development. 500 FAMILIES HOMELESS SAN JUAN, Porto Rico, May 3 Five hundred families were made homeless by a fire which Monday destroyed homes covering an area of two blocks in Puerto ,DeTierra, the most thickly populated section of San Juan. They are being cared for in 'army tents. The fire started in a planing mill and caused a loss estimated at 111500,000.

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KNOWN BY DAVIS Ellis Island and as the artist see gan work as a choreboy. Later he was newsie, bootblack, messenger, steel worker, and farmer. Then he became governor of Mooseheart, ILL, a town he helped establish. M. E. PASTORS, LAYMEN OF RICHMOND DISTRICT HERE FOR CONCLAVE More than 100 pastors and laymen of the Methodist Episcopal church of the Richmond district, met in the First Methodist church Tuesday, in annual session. Forty-one of the 45 pastors of the district were present. Sessions began at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning; dinner was served in the church basement at noon; afternoon sessions opened at 1:30 o'clock. Dr. Somerville Light," district superintendent, presided. During the morning sessions, the contributing to the centenary funds was urged as a part of the program to be followed early in the year. Dr. Light spoke at 10:30 o'clock on the "Annual Efficiency Program for Richmond District." The Rev. A. H. Backus, pastor of Grace church of this city, spoke on "The Centenary for 1921; An Earlv Start." The Rev. R. W. Stoakes, pastor of First Church, spoke on the "District Conference and Centenary." In the afternon meeting, the Rev. E. L. Gates, pastor of the local Third M. E. church, made a strong address, advocating the use of the press for roll eious purposes. His subject was the "Western Christian Advoca.tr-." which is the official Methodist Episcopal oraran. The Rev. L. H. Bunyan was in charge of the musical program. Ladies of the First M. E. church served the dinner. GOMPERS PREPARES LABOR LAW REPORT (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, May 3. Samuel Gompers has compiled a complete list of legislation affecting organizfd labor to be submitted to the executive council of the American Federation of Labor at Cincinnati, May 3, it was announced today at the offices of the Federation. The meeting will be the last before the annual convention at Denver. June 13. Especial attention will be paid by Mr. Gompers to the convict labor bill proposing to make interstate traffic on convict made products subject to the laws in effect in the state to which such products are shipped, as well as to the Poindexter bill, proposing federal legislation to prevent strikes in industries that would effect interstate commerce, to be an infringement on state's and to international relationship of labor. Fire Loss is $200 at Electrical Store Damage of about $200 was done by fire in the Leslie Hart Electrical store at 11 o'clock Monday night, when a small fire started in the rear of the store and burned an ironer, blistered some of the wood work and floor. The fire was extinguished by firemen without damaging any of the fixtures or furnishing of the store. Mr. Hart complimented the action of the fire department in putting out the flames without damage in spite of the heavy smone that enveiopea xoe store. The loss is covered by insurance. Fined for Speeding Two speeders were fined fl and costs by Mayor Zimmerman Tuesday morning. L. Warder, colored, and W. E. Dils both entered pleas of guilty. Goes to Hospital Alvin Fox. 1315 South B street, who has been seriously ill for the past few days was taken to the Reid Memorial hospital Tuesday afternoon where he will be operated on for appendicitis Wednesday morning. He is said to be in a serious condition. FERRIS FUNERAL HELD Funeral services for Mary Ferris, who died at home northeast of the city, were held at 2:30 o'clock Tuesday afternoon from the home. Rev. Backus officiated and burial was in the Earlham cemetery.

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IND., TUESDAY, MAY 3, 1921.

PRIMARY ELECTIONS DEVELOP HOT FIGHTS IN INDIANA TOWNS fBy Associated Press) INDIANAPOLIS. May 3. Voters in cities throughout Indiana today went to the - polls to nominate candidates for the municipal elections to be held next November, in a few clues the j primaries were postponed pending! elections to determine if the federal plan or city government Is to be discarded in favor of the commission; manager form of government authorized by the last general assembly. Hot primary contests developed in this city, in South Bend, Evansville,

and Terre Haute. In a number of'Hav with m- v, -v.-!,..

mjiiex au- inere was io .uiiy.

'u Iew. "A1 , T7 olie -'Cofield visited Mr. and Mrs. S. K. Codidafe was in the field for nomina-j fleld of feetnel, Sunday afternoon.... "On. I Vf J o T TV,-. 1-J

Cities which will vote later on the new plan of city government include

.PK.???' ?'iof Indianapoiis. at the home of Mre

komo, Michigan City, Muncie, New Al bany, Richmond, Princeton, Roches ter. Cuban Mails Delayed by Rail Strikes; Use Boats (Rv Associated Fres) HAVANA, Cuba, May 3. Railroads throughout eastern Cuba are paralyzed by the strike of workers, and gunboats are being employed to move mail between Santiago and other points which can be reached by water Sugar interests are seriously embarrassed by the walkout and, so far as known, the strikers are standing firm. Mediators appointed by the central government to reach a settlement of the trouble have arrived at Caunguey. Wayne County Man Asks Final Pardon The plea of John Beach, of Wayne county, who was sentenced to the Indiana reformatory Nov. 26, 1919, for petit larceny for from one to eight years, now out on parole, is one of the 35 pleas for clemency before the state pardon board. Beach's petition asks for a final discharge of his case. The board will be in session from May 9 to 12. Of the 35 cases to come bet fore the board, the majority are of a j minor nature. Harvard to Adopt New Athletic Plan (By Associated Press CAMBRIDGE. Mass., May 3 A new system of choosing athletic managers, based on the plan for rating army officers, is to be adopted by Harvard university next fall, it was announced today. At the suggestion of Fred W. Moore, graduate treasurer of athletics, candidates will be rated on personality, executive ability, industry, reliability, efficiency and scholarship. Personality will count 25 points toward the maximum of 100 and the other qualities 15 points each. A recent inquiry showed that managers lost more time from studies and received lower marks than those actually engaged in athletics.1 Chilean President Banquets United States Minister (By Associated Press) SANTIAGO, Chile, May 3. Pres ident Alessandri, tendered a banquet I this evening to United States Ambassador Joseph H. Shea, at which many prominent Chileans and members of the diplomatic corps here were present. The departure of Ambassador Shea for the United States on a vacation i"vtm ty o 1 T t cat frr Timcrl-iT o a Kuan postponed until Friday, owing to delay in the sailing of the steamer Ebro. Candy Board of Trade Will Open in Chicaio (By Associated Press) CHICAGO, May 3 A candy board of trade modelled somewhat like a produce exchange is to be opened on jJune 1, in Chicago, it was announced i today by leading candy niakers and I manufacturers of candy making and' pacKing macmnery. it is piannen to ;make the snips exhibits permanent, ; according to Emmet Eoyles, manager jof the candy exchange. Hoover, Wilson and Foch Given Polish Degrees ! WAP.SAW, May ?.. Woodrow Wilson, Herbert Hoover and Marshal roch. were given the degree of doctor jof law by the University of Warsaw 'yesterday, this being the first time the I university ever conferred honorary degrees. The ceremonies were attended by President Piludski. Hugh S. Gibson. American minister to Poland and allied diplomats. President Pilj sudki received the degree of Doctor I ff Medicine. Convict Banker, Druggists of Receiving Stolen Bonds MEMPHIS, Tenn.. May 3. W. R. Huntley. Jr.. banker, and H. Dipgs Nolen, druggist, were found not guilty today on a charge of receiving stolen property in conection with the marketine here of a block of $65,000 of Liberty bonds alleged to have been! part of the loot obtained by bandits! who held up a broker's messenger in Brooklyn last November and escaped with approximately $66,000 in bonds. James Stillman Resigns Frdm Bank Presidency (By Associated Press) NEW YORK. Mav 3. James A. Stillman today resigned as president of the National City bank. Charles E. Mitchell, vice-president of the National City bank, was elected to succeed him. DANVILLE SOLDIERS' HOME CHAPLAIN RESIGNS POST. DANVILLE. 111.. May 3. The Rev. Theodore "L. Stipp, a prominent member of the Illinois Methodist Conference and chaplain of the Protestant section of the National Soldiers' home here, has tendered his resignation, to take effect June 30, and will retire from the pulpit. The Rev. Mr. Stipp was born near Zionsville, Ind., 6 years ago and was a member of the Illinois conference for 36 years. He has served as chaplain at the home for the last five and one-half yearj.

Backus Named Director of Ministerial Group Rev. A. H. Backus, pastor of Grace M. E. church, was elected director from the pastors' group of the Chamber of Commerce, in an election, the returns of which were not made known until Monday afternoon. When directors for most of the divisions of the Chamber of Commerce were elected, the pastors' group did not have the required number neces

sary for representation by a director, Since that time, however, the quota has been reached and the election f ol lowed. Suburban MIDDLEBORO, Ind Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Glunt and daughters spent Sunof Centerville . . . . Mr. and Mrs. K. D auu Hue 1 UUU1A9 ailCUUCU XL reception in Fountain City Sunday in; honor of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Thomas, Anna Thomas. Mr. and, Mrs. Earl Thomas were married recently. The guest3 were Mr. and Mrs. Julian Thomas of Indianapolis. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thomas of Fountain City, Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Reece of Fountain City, Mr. and Mr3. Joe Thomas of this place, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Thomas. Mr. and Mrs. Perry Hartley entertained Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hartley and family of Centerville, Sunday Mrs. Cora Danner spent the week end in Richmond with friends and relatives. .... Frank Commons of Colorado, has been spending the past week with friends and relatives in this neighborhood. Mr. Commons resided in this neighborhood 30 years ago John Hawkins spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Homer Hunt, near Centerville Ralph Pyle has been ill Mrs. Minnie Clark and daughter Anna, spent Friday in Richmond Mr. and Mrs. Ed Tom of Foutain City spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Cleo Hartwick. Mrs. Hartwick is ill... Mrs. Oscar Hawkins and children called on Miss Anna Cook Sunday afternoon... Prayer meeting Thursday night. One of the most pleasant surprises was given Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Davis, of near New Fans, in celebration of Mrs. Davis The following guests Mr. and Mrs. Fred were present: Davis. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Allen, Mr. and Mrs. James Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Varnauf and family, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Thomas and family. Mr. and Mrs. Otho Fenton, of College Corner; Mr. Oscar Smalley. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Kamp and children. Miss Semantha Goldsmith, of Kitchell; Miss Claude Davis, Mr. Clarence Witter and family, of College Corner. Mr. and Mrs. Clem Alexander and family entertained Sunday the following guests: Mr. and Mrs. Homer Barney and family, of Gettysburg; Mr. and Mrs. E. V. Stamback. of Richmond; Mr. and Mrs. ohn Barney of New Paris; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Alexander, of New Paris Miss Bessie McCarty and Lester Blade were evening callers Mr. and Mrs. Howard Jeffries entertained the following eruests Sunday: Mr. and Mrs. Will Jeffries and Mr. and Mrs. Charley Townsend and daughter, Inez Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Addleman attended the commencement at Fountain City Saturday Ed Tom called on Charley Williams Sunday morning Mr. and Mrs. Frank Po?ue spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Alexander. NEW MADISON. O Mrs. Ella Wade spent last week with Mr. and Mrs. Lew Slifer Mrs. Elien Fulkerson, who has been in very poor health is at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Poffenbarger, of Eaton Mrs. Sol Alberts, of New York City, arrived Thursday for a visit with her mother, Mrs. Ella Newton R. P. I Rennet , D V . Threewits, Stanley I Bennett, Edgar Loblentz, Byron several days last week at the reser - voir, fishing School at Braffits - vine is closed for the term on account of scarlet fever in the family of Mr. and Mrs. Charles McClure. Mrs. Lawrence Bowers, who has been ill for some time, is improving. ...George Snyder, brother of W. A. Snyder, has been in a serious condii tion from an attack of appendicitis. .Mr. and Mrs Marion Miller have returned from a visit to her aunt, Mrs. Stacy, of Cleveland. .. .Wednesday and Thursday of this week a grade domestic science exhibit will be held at the school house. .. .Mrs. Mary Hetzler and Mrs. Moyer, of Otterbein, spent several davs of last week with Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Brod - erick Mrs. Harry Beechler returned Wednesday to her home in Richmond after several days' visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Noah Brower....Mrs. Mary Murray has returned from Shelbyville, N. J., where she spent the winter with her daughters, Mrs. William Long and Mrs. D. A. Petry. She is now at the home of her son, O. G. Murray A blaze at the farm of Lawson Snyder, east of town, started by children playing with matches, was smothered before serious damage was done. LIBERTY. Ind The semi-annual meeting of the Union District Medical association was held in Liberty last week at the library. About 50 physicians were present. Dr. E. R. Churchell, of Richmond, gave a talk on "The Treatment of Fractures" and Dr. W. A. Thompson, of Liberty, led in the discussion. The ladies of the Eastern Star served luncheon to the doctors. Those attending were from Fayette. Union, Wayne, Rush, Butler and Preble counties Mr. and Mrs. Albert Bertch and Mr. and Mrs. Willard Bertch were in Franklin, Ind., Sunday... Mrs. Elizabeth Coffman left on Saturday to visit her daughter. Mrs. Jesse bmiin, at iewcasue, ana win i remain for several wee ks miss Na talie Johnson entcrtainea tne Misses Edith Fudge. Mary Chambers and Irene Wilt, all of Oxford college, during the week-end. Word has been received here that Michael Sharkey, passenger conductor on the C. I. and W., had his right foot badly crushed under a car and his foot had to be amputated. He resides in Indianapolis and Is well known here.... Mrs. Newton Dubois recently entertained a number of relatives and friends in honor of her birthday anniversary. A delicious dinner was served and the company had quite an enjoyable day Maurice La Fuze of near Liberty and Miss Marjorie Beall of Clarksburg were married Wednesday afternoon. They will reside on the La Fuze farm south of Liberty. Mrs. Mary Farhlander is spend-

COMSTOCK PRAISES TREE MEMORIAL IDEA:

WEEKS BACKS PLAN "It's a fine idea," declared Paul Comstock, chairman of the Wayne County Memorial committee, when asked what he thought of the proposed planting of trees along national highways as a memorial to ex-service men. "It ought to be done. If it can't all be done at once. That is. if this county cannot plant a tree for each of its ex-service men at one time, then it could be accomplished through several years of planting. "Not only will it be a fine commemoration to the world war veterans, but it will also beautify our county roads Those trees will stand as a great monument to the judgment of the people who caused their planting." Weeks Commends Idea. Evidence of the general approval of the plan is seen in the statement made by John W. Weeks, secretary ol war, to the Chicago Tribune recently. The statement follows: "I think the movement might be extended to include not only one tree for each veteran, but many trees. It that were done, the national high ways would be lined with trees and be a splendid memorial to these men. 1 have been doing something of the kind myself In a small way in my native town." J. R. Howard, president ol the American Farm Bureau federation, who represents 1,250,000 farmers, declares trees planted along highways are an advantage and can do no harm to crops unless they are planted too close together. "At 40 feet apart they cannot harm the crops with their shade." he said, "and they do a wonderful amount of good in summer by shading the hot roads and making them pleasant to drive upon. The walnut is a great tree for this kind of planting. It grows high and hasn't too much foliage. It also i3 an economic gain, as any nut bearing trees would be." Tree Growers Offer Aid Nursery associations throughout th country have offered to help by furnishine treps nf th rirh) fn, t,.i price, or the cost of dieeinr and tak ing them to the planting places. Some have offered to give a number of trees outright, and the state nurseries have made generous offers. mg several weeks In Indianapolis mit'i Mr. and Mrs. M. Sharkey.. The Unioi township commencement will be heU Friday evening. May 13. at the M. E. church, College Corner. There are fourteen graduates. . .Mrs. Flo-a Freeman of Wsshington, D. C. came laet week to make an extended vsit with relatives and friends ere Mr. Thomas Burnsides, wh" fornerly resided in Union county, died "at his home in Indianapolis Thnrsdgr. The body was brought here Sundayfor burial in West Point cemetery. Fi3 wifp died several years ago. Three daughters survive and live in Indiaiapoli; Norma Harbit is taking treamnr at Indianapolis and is improng in health The Rev. C. W. Whitnan of Seymour, wil deliver the comnencement address at Brownsville Sattray afternoon, May 14 Mrs. Je.-hui-Davis has been quite ill for seeral days. CLARK'S STATION. O. Fred JcEowen and family were visiting Sinday Hiram Clark is ill Ora Riegle was ill 'ait week... The schod closed Friday at this place and tht board of education again employed A. A. Petry as teacher for next term. . . . Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Clark entertained company Sunday Loren James and family entertained company Sunday. Samuel Riegle and family entertained company last Sunday. CAMDEN, O Mr. and Mrs. Oiien Ammerman. Mrs. Helena KIodd. Mr. j and Mrs. T. E. Davis and Mr and i Mrs. Roscoe Gard spent Thursdav with Mr. and Mrs. Ruben Prugh Miss Mary Kenworthy, who is attending school at Miami university, spent Sunday with her mother. Mrs. Gertrude Kenworthy Miss Mary Du vail of Dayton, was home Sunday. . . . The West Elkton commencement will be held May 11 Claude Neff who has been quite ill is much improved Misses Gertrude McShane and Georgiana Pattison are home for the summer after their school year in Dixon township schools. Somers township Sunday school convention will be held in the Presbyterian church next Sunday afterJnon. Rev. Derby of the Concord church will be the principal speaker. . ..Grandma Phares, mother of Lon Phares is quite ill. SPRINGFIELD LAYS PLANS FOR MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE (By Associated Press) SPRINGFIELD. May 3. A campaign to raise $3,000 for a municipal golf course is under way here. The proposed links will be in one of the local parks, and are expected to be completed by July 1. GOLD BARS COMING (By Associated Press) LONDON. May 3 Gold bars, said to be worth approximately fl5.000,000, have just crossed Sweden and Norway from Russia enroute to the United States, says a Stockholm despatch to the exchange telegraph company, quoting rumors current in that city. SELECT MICHIGAN MAN TO ASSIST IN CENSUS. Tlv Asociated Presj WASHINGTON. May 3. William E. Stewart, of Michigan, now assistant director of the census was nominated by President Harding today to be director of the census. YEGGS GET, $600 IN STORE TIPTON. Ind.. May 3 Six hundred dollars was Btolen from the safe in the grocery of Ramsey and Havens, here, early Monday. Chisels and hammers were used to gain an entrance. Persons living over the store did not hear the robbers at work. Cleaning and Pressing Gives New Life to Your Old Suit We Call for and Deliver C. CARL YOUNG 8 N. 10th St. Phone 1451