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DENTON. TEXAS. SATURDAY EVENING. MARCH 31. 1917.
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CHICAGO SHOWING
ITS PATRIOTISM
The thing you should do, is buy them the
best shoes you can—you will find ours the
best in the long run.
We are exceptionally fortunate in being
able to offer you Children’s pumps and ox-
fords in all the best styles, and practiclally
no advance.
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vice, ask the man
$25,000,000 CHECK
FOR DANISH ISLANDS
PAID OVER 8f U. S.
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Bring nr send them in. We’ll take good
care of thorn in either ca««.
When you invest in that new
Spring finery which you have al-
ready picked out, don't forget that
your friends have long been wait-
ing for a photograph of you and
your new spring suit would make
a most appropriate eostume.
“Speaking” Likeness
by Photography
J. Stone of Missouri, chairman of the
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First Christian
Sunday School
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and you and your
firing avr a vuivmubi, kui ca
time, the Great SILK SALE
launch Monday.
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PARIS. March 31.—French troops last
night successfully attacked the German
positions south of the Ailette river and
made important progress eastward, the
War office announces.
“OLD GLORY”
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Children’s and Misses’ White Shoes just
‘ received by express—they are good looking,
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PARIS, France, March 31.—Because of
the co&l shortage, the Givic council is
considering the use of oil lamps for
lighting the streets.
$100,000 in Cash Found in
Home of Aged Boston Recluse
POLAND ENTHUSED BY
PROCLAMATION FROM
RUSSIAN GOVERNMENT
SPRING
WILL
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cquainted with our ser-
who banks here.
AUSTIN, Tex., March 31.—Governor
Ferguson today vetoed the bill provid-
ing for the employment of short term
male convicts on the state highways on
the ground that it was impracticable.
NEW SWEDISH CABINET
IS STRICTLY NEUTRAL
(Associated Press Dispatch.)
The French in Northern France have
continued to push back the German:
in the north end of the German field
retirement. The German* were forced
back three and a half miles last night
between Neuville and Vregny, northeast
of Soissons.
WORKINGCONVICTS -t
ON ROADS VETOED
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Vienna dispatch receive*
Count Czeraln, the Aus_.
Foreini) Minister, as raying
view in the Fremdenbtatl l
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nave a conn
attention to
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a guarantee
Officers and Directors:
A. J. NANCE, Pres.
J. R. OHRISTAL, We-Pres.
J. C. COIT, CashledF
E. D. CURTIS, Asst. Cashier.
J. H. PAINE.
A. C. OWSLEY.
ED F. BATES.
and you and your neighbors are
going to remember, for a long
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WASHINGTON, March 31.—The final
act of more than fifty years of effort to
bring the Danish West Indies under the
America® Sag was completed with for-
mal ceremonies at the State department
today when Danish Minister Bruns was
handed a treasury warrant for 825.000.-
000, the purchase price.
A wireless message was sent to the
Danish and American authorities on the
island to lower the Danish flag and raise
the stars and stripes.
BRITISHDANGEROUS
AREA IS EXTENDED
WASHINGTON. March 3L—A half mil-
lion letter carriers, postmasters and
Federal agents have been set on the
trail of spies and conspirators against
Utntcd States, under government or-
ners. in addition to the police and de-
. _____. 21 was state-
ed today.
At least 300,000 city letter carriers and
ryrnl free delivery employes alone arc
nuder orders to scan all letters and
packages passing thru their hands for
evidence of plots against the nation.
WASHINGTON, March 31.—Every ef-
fort of the American national govern-
ment will be centered on the spy ques-
tion and a force of- 500.000 men in every
part of the country will be use«Tto fer-
ret out German spies. All of the em-
ployes of all branches of Federal ser-
vice have been enlisted in the movement
and in addition the police and peace of-
ficer? thruout the country have been
asked to co-operate.
Instructions to Federal employes call
for prompt reporting of all information,
no matter how trivial, which might aid
in ferreting opt agents of foreign gov-
ernments.
Three 6's-Gasoline, Gin and
Glrls-lmportant Factors In
Grime, Says Dallas Grand Jury
AUSTIN, March 31.—The T. R. Watson
case was appealed today to the court
of Criminal Appeals. Watson was sen-
tenced to 99 years for the killing of
Bank Commissioner Patterson, by the
lower court.
TYLER. Texas, March 31.—Pour mem-
bers of the train crew were injured,
two of them—Engineer Tom Stovall and
Fireman Charles Skinner—probably fa-
tally scalded when Cotton Belt passen-
ger train No. 1 was derailed al Pine,
fifty miles east of here, at 4 o’clock
this morning. The accident occurred
at a curve. The engine, tender, mail
’ ixpress cars were overturned. Two
mail clerks were slightly injured, but
none of the twenty-one passengers on
the train were hurt.
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.SAFETY AND. SERVICE BUILT THIS BANK.
WASHINGTON, March 31.—Secretary
Zimmerman’s speech to the ReiehsUg
yesterday, charging the United Stales
with respon sibUity for the war If it
comes, brought forward for the first
time today the official admission that
the United States knew in the middle
of last January that the German “ruth-
lessness” decree would be issued and
that afterward three days elapsed to
permit the German government to mod-
ify or repeal its plans before the sev-
erance of relations was announced.
Von Berns tor If. then Geramn Ambas-
sador. knew of the decision two weeks
before it was issued and made every
effort to have the decree repealed.
America’s action, they point out, was
clearly foreshadowed in the Sussex ease,
nearly eight and a half months before,
and that it has merely followed the pol-
icy then outlined.
WASHINGTON, March'S!.-Senator W.
J. Stone of Missouri, chairman of the
Foreign Relations committee, today
brake his long sflenee. He said war
appears probable: that he will vote
against a declaration of war, but will
give President Wilson unlimited support
If war is declared on Germany.
Stone said he did not know the
Ident’s plan, but would co-operate in
enabling Congress to properly express
its convictions.
WASHINGTON, March 81.—Two Brit-
ish steamers—the Snowden Range and
the Booth liner Cristen—both with
Americans aboard, a number of whom
arc unaccounted for, have been subma-
rined without warning in the North
Sea, the State department was advised
‘•SB- torpedo which struck the Cristen’s
engine room killed five persons, two of
whom are believed to be Americans.
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A special line of Suits for boys, ages 2 % to 7.
Good, honest made suits of the same styles as
their big brothers, for boys, ages 8 to 17.
Bell Blouses and Shirts, are splendidly tailor-
ed and made of fast colored materials.
A new shipment of Caps and Hats for boys
of these ages.
Fishing Time.
The time of the year will soon
be here when the call of the
country and the lure of the
woods will be felt in the veins
of every warm blooded man.
Pleasure and recreation are
duties, when you have had a
day off from your usual labor
you feel refreshed and renewed
for the work next day.
Did you ever think that a
bank account will help you to
get that day off. You will feel
more like taking it if you have
a nest egg to which you are
adding day by day. Gives you
a sense of independence.
Try it by starting an account
today.
EXCHANGE NATIONAL
BANK
(Established 1881)
BOSTON, March 31.—More than 1100,-
000 in cash was found by the executor,
of the estate of Alfred F. Whitmore, an
aged recluse, (vhen he searched the
home in the West Boston district. Whit-
more, who was a Civil war veteran, had
lived alone, for’twenty-five years.
—We will appreciate your business and as-
sure you of absolute protection to your funds
and the right kind of service.
. —“The noninterest bearing and unsecured
deposits of this bank are protected by the
depositors Guaranty Fund of the State of
Texas.”
LONDON, March 3r—The British Ad-
miralty announces that in view of the
unrestricted use of mines and subma-
rines by the Germans and the sinking
of merchant vessels without regard for
the safety of their crews, the area in
the North Sea which is dangerous for
all ships operating against the enemy
will be extended on and after April 1.
Remains of W. A. Crosby to
Mineral Wells for Burial
FARM LOANS—
aro offering now contracto containing oi
taroo of groat value to tho borrower.
Our Ioann are cold to the largeet and oldeot
investment companies in the United States, which
. to quote the LOWEST RATES and MOST ATT1
TERMS.
Sone Pieces Are Reduced to the Nuura
and every piece represents a sub-
stantial saving of your dollars in-
vested in this sale.
re^fvra quot^
I In an tatar-
that the en-
tente could eonelude an honorable peace
with the Central Powers at any time;
that the proporal of the Central empires
for • peace conference still holds good.
QTY. Mo, March 31—The
..ool children of Kansas City, both of
public and parochial sehnols. will stand
at attention Monday at the hour when
Congress convenes, and patriotic exer-
cises will be held,
McKINNEY, Items, March 3i.-“PMrl-
otic Day" was observed here today. The
city was decorated with flags, National
Guardsmen paraded and pafriotic pro-
grams were rendered.
PHILADELPHIA, March 31.—Elaborate
patriotic day exericises were held at
independence hall today. The celebra-
tion was the greatest since 1776 when
the declaration of independence was
singned. A big parade on downtown
streets featured the celebration.
to complete your wardrobe for
the occasion.
FEDERAL EMPLOYES
ON TRAIL OF SPIES'
ANO CONSPIRATORS
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per cent INTEREST 5 per cent.
' F*arm Loans-No Commission.
Duggan Abstract Co.
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AMOY, China, March 31.—The German
consul and family sailed yesterday from
Shanghai on the Chinese steamer Tas-
ihun. They will return to Germany by
INDIGNITIES AGAINST
WHITLOCK ARE DENI
Let the children run and jump; it makes
them sound in body and mind. Don’t
\ stop their playing, even tho’ it’s wearing
their shoes out. • ‘
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“Walk-Ov<
The Shoe for ,
CHICAGO, aMrch 31.—Chicago started
tinlay the great patriotic demonstration
which will be concluded at a man meet-
ing tonight at which former Secretary'
of War J. M. Dickinson will preside and
which promises to be one of the most
profound of its kind in the history of
this city. jk.
Mayor Thompson designated today as
“flag day” and thousands of the national
emblem were in evidence. Troops parad-
ed the streets.
MANILA, P. I, March 31.—The Manila
press is supporting Secretary of the Na-
vy Daniels in his campaign for recruits
for the navy. Secretary Daniels' mes-
sage was published in all the American
papers and resulted in many Filipinos
offering themselves at the recruiting
stations.
PATRIOTISMMEETINGS
The remains of W. A. Crosby, who
died here Friday from heart trouble,
were taken to Mineral Wells Saturday
for burial, there Sunday.
First of County Schools Closing
The first of the rural schools have
begun to close and for the next six
weeks closing programs will be held
in a larger number of the schools. Two
schools closed Friday—Fairview and
Sunnydale—and three last week—Hil-
liard, Walnut Grove and Litsey.
SPAIN IS NOW QUIET Chicago Censors Bathing Sults
CHICAGO, March 31.—Young women
bathers may not wear white or flesh-
colored bathing suits on the Chicago
public bathing beaches, the City Coun-
/I _ 2— -1 ?_ suits also
are banned.
Bathers must be provided with skirts
or “skirt effects," with the distance be-
tweefi the skirt and knee not greater
than six inches and all blouses must
have quarter sleeves or be tight-fitting
at the armholes.
American Tank Steamer Safe
BLANK DATE, March 31—The Ameri-
can tank steamer Gold Shell has arrived
at an American port from Europe.
PETROGRAD, March 31.—The procla-
mation of the provisional gpvenrment
In regard to the freedom of Poland has
been received with general enthusiasm
by Polish leaders thruout the country.
The proclamation offers to ths Poles
the right to determine what form of
government they desire to establish.
FRENCH STU POSH ’
BACK GERMAN LINE
IN NORTHERN FRANCE
Starts Monday Morning
--At 9 O'clKt--
More than one hundred pieces of
Worthy Silks in newest patterns
displayed for your convenience
which will enable you to make
your selection at a glance.
WASHINGTON, March 31—Quiet pre-
vailed in Spain yesterday, according to
official dispatches received here today ----------------—, .—
by Ambassador Riano, from Madrid, oil has decreed. One-piece
The workingmen’s meeting In Vallado-
lid was dissolved by the authorities.
German Consul Returning to
Gemany Via United States
Denton’s Big Silk
LONDON, March 31.—British forces in
Mesopotamia, advancing north of Bag-
dad. have occupied the town of Kalwat
Felujah and areas of Beltawah and Sin-
diyah and Sherban, it is officially an-
nounced, and British troops are now
confronted by the remnants of the
Turkish army which retreated from
Kut-el-Amara, which have been rein-
forced.
watsgTcaseappeai
The vernal atmosphere of the
Sting buds, fresh foliage and joy-
iblossoms is crystallized in the
| Spring dresses, coats and suits,
portrayed by the foremost de-
ers in this country and abroad,
grace of line and array of color
i delight to the eye. A visit to
• store and. an inspection of these
larming moclels will delight you.
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er just one week away, 'tie time
LONDON, March 31—Strict neutrality
will be the policy of the new Swedish
cabinet, says a Reuter dispatch today
from Stockholm.
Gual Shortage Drives Pails
to Use of Kerosene Lighting
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THE SHAW STUDIO
A /nost complete stock of
Wearing Apparel
for Boys.
RIO JANEIRO, March 31.—It ia re-
ported here that the German raider
is the captured American bark Pass
of Balmaha, which was taken to
Cuxhaven by a German prize
in August, 1915.
....RIO JANEIRO,March 81.—A German
raider slipped past the British warships
in the North Sea and reached the South
Atlantic, sending nine or more merchant
ships to the bottom. Aeeordi
vlvora of the ships brought here, the
raider is the Steadier, a formidably
armed craft operating with the same
methods and same success as the raider
Moewe, which recently returned to a
German port after playing, havoc with
entente shipping In about the same
YV .
!Me»a of raider’s depredations
were brought here by the French bark
C^mhronne, which arrived here yester-
day. The Cambronne had aboard 285
men from crews ofrthe vessels sunk.
The Cambronne encoantered the raider
in latitude 21 soiith, longitude 7 degrees
west, a point in the Atlantic almost ia
line with Rio Janeiro and two-thirds of
the way to the African coast. After the
survivors of the other vessels were put
on the Cambronne she was ordered to
proceed to the coast of Brazil, a voy-
age of twenty-two days.
DESTROYER WELL ARMED.
The commerce destroyer is reported
to be armed with two guns of 105 mil-
i me ter caliber and sixteen machine guns.
The vessel has three masts and is equip-
ped with wireless. Her crew consists of
dxty-four men under command of
Count Ukner.
Among the ships sunk by the raider
are the Gladys Royal, the Charles Gou-
nod, the Rochefoucauld, the Antonine,
the Duplex and the Rohganfh.
LONDON, March 31.—A Berlin i
patch to Reuter’s Agency via Ami
day denies that American Mini
Brand Whitlock has suffered any w
tion of his privileges. The dispatchl
Whitlock was granted every privileg
a neutral diplomat and sent across
frontier and that all obligations of ,
American representatives on the Bel-
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observed.
IMPORTANT GAINS BY
FRENCH ANNOUNCED
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Emergency Boxes
Did it ever occur to you to
havd in the family medicine 1IW
chest somethings that you need and express cars were overturned. Two
every time any one is hurt?
A roll of bandage, some ab-
sorbent cotton, some adhesive
tape, Campho Phenol and oth-
er articles that are of use when
accident comes. A burned fin-
ger, a cut or bruise, always
call for some of these things
and it is best to have them
ready for instant use instead
of having to hunt all over the
house.
Let us fit up your emergen-
cy box. Cost but little and
saves lots of pain sometimes.
Did you ever try an eye cup
—a cup specially for bathing
tired or inflamed eyes. They
cost but little and you will nev-
er know how valuable they are
until you try one.
J.
DALLAS, March 31.—"Gasoline,
gin and girls” are important fac-
tors in crime here, the grand jury
report today said.
BRITISHTAKEMORE
MESOPOTAMIAN TOWNS
A GLANCE at the windows of oui
store is always worth whil<
—you’ll see something to interest y
every time you pass.
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The smart new models.
styles, the attractive shaj
there are merely represent
good things you’ll find insidi
And when we fit you with °
Over,? shoes it means, for you,
service and greater satisfactioi
you’ve been accu.tomed to.
The’re profitable shoes **
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vessels without regard for
the North Sea which is da
all ships operating against
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Edwards, W. C. Denton Record-Chronicle. (Denton, Tex.), Vol. 17, No. 198, Ed. 1 Saturday, March 31, 1917, newspaper, March 31, 1917; Denton, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1232730/m1/1/: accessed June 26, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Denton Public Library.