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The submitter has given permission to the USGenWeb Archives to store the file permanently for free access. http://www.usgenwebarchives.org ************************************************************************ THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH Eatonville, Washington, November 24, 1916 Volume 2, Number 14 Pg. 1, col. 1 & 2 LOCAL JOTTINGS FROM AROUND THE TOWN >From all indications I will be too busy to repair jewelry in Dec., Joe Hearn. Earl Pravitz and Jim Carlson made a trip to Kapowsin, Thursday evening. Mrs. LaBreche's mother has been visiting with her this week. Mrs. Esther Vidler of Seattle is spending a few weeks with her sister, Mrs. Charles Geiger. Mrs. Luther Twitchell of Tacoma is visiting with her daughter, Mrs. John Galbraith. Mr. Stewart Campbell of Seattle spent Sunday at the Geiger home. Mrs. LaBreche and her mother, Mrs. Kaufman of McKenna, spent Wednesday in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Eberline entertained, Tuesday evening. The guests were, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Geiger, Mrs. Esther Vidler and Mr. Jamieson. Mrs. H. J. Eppler returned from San Diego, Cal., Saturday. She has been visiting relatives and friends at that place for several weeks. Jim Benston is making some improvements at the City Restaurant this week. William Reese, an employee of the City of Tacoma, at LaGrande, sustained a broken leg, Wednesday. Several cases of measles have been reported about town. They should be reported to the town health officer, Dr. Bridge. Mrs. Charles Geiger is improving rapidly from her recent illness and has returned to her home from the hospital. FOR RENT - Five room house near school. Enquire at Drug store. Miss A. Vobeyda, graduate nurse of the Spokane General hospital has been employed at the Eatonville hospital. Frank Peterson lost one of his little fingers, or a part of it and Jesse Nagley sustained a slight injury to two of his fingers, while working on the Universal saw at the manual training department of the high school. Turkey shooting contest, Sunday, 1:30 p.m. at H. Antonie's place. Born to Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Coombs, Monday morning, Nov. 20, a nine pound girl. Cottage for sale. Easy terms. Apply at Dispatch office. The Boy Scouts could not go on their hike Saturday because of rain. A meeting was held Saturday afternoon. The following officers were elected: Morris Calloway, patrol leader, John Colvin, treasurer, Chas. Matheny, scout scribe. The scouts will go on an all day hike some time during Thanksgiving week. Rev. Wood has been staying at the church this week. His children, have the measles. Harold Pravitz was an Eatonville visitor, Sunday. He will also spend Thanksgiving in Eatonville. The new street light, located at the bank corner, is a decided improvement over the old kind. This light hangs over the middle of the street. More of these lights will be placed about the town, in the near future. MR. FARMER, WE ARE OVERSTOCKED On Bran. Heavy Eastern Washington Bran, 70 pounds to the sack. 90 cents per sack, f. o. b. Tacoma as long as the present stock lasts. Don't complain of high cost of living. Fine Sugar Cured Breakfast Bacon, 22 1-2 cents per pound; Sugar Cured ham, 20 cents per pound. Fancy California Rice 5 cents per pound or 100 pounds for $4.50 (extra fine cooker). Maccaroni 5 cents per pound, 13 pounds best granulated Sugar $1. Fine Family Flour $2.05 per bag or $8.10 per barrel. Mixed Candy 2 pounds for 25 cents. Seeded Raisins 10 cents per package of 15 ounzes. We roast our own coffee. Best values in the City. Send for our complete price list. Send P. O. Money Order, when ordering. MacLean Bros. 1525 pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Wash. P. T. A. ENTERTAIN An entertainment was given at the high school, Tuesday evening, by the Parent-teachers' Association. The object of the entertainment was to raise funds for the P. T. A. The program was as follows; Piano solo, Mrs. M. C. Smith, baritone solo by Mr. Beardsley, reading by Miss Nagley, reading by Miss Larson, male quartet, Messrs E. L. Howard, Will Howard, Mr. Schutt, and Mr. Beardsley, piano and cornet duet by Mrs. A. U. Fairbairn and Lawrence Fairbairn, reading by Mrs. Luther Wright, solo by Mr. Schutt. Solo by Miss Dana. All the numbers were enjoyed very much. The receipts of the evening were $8.15. The P. T. A. extends their thanks through the columns of this paper to all those who took part in the entertainment and those who gave their support by their attendance. A number of the people of Eatonville believe that the town can afford to make a cheaper rate on electric current. A committee of local business men will attend the council meeting Tuesday night and go into the matter of cheaper current. It is said that by using a very little more juice that the town can practically double its amount now used and pay about five dollars per month more than at present. FAIR STATEMENT Same as last week. Pg. 1, col. 3 SWAN LAKE NEWS W. Snyder drove to Eatonville the latter part of the week. Annex Peterson made a trip to Eatonville, last Friday. Charles Kreger visited his wife and children, Sunday. William Dean called on Lowell's Monday Robert Flander went to Tacoma Tuesday, by auto stage. Albert Kuku spent Monday evening at Asmussens'. A very enjoyable evening was spent at the Kropf home, Sunday, by a party of young folks. Games were played, riddles were read and guessed. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Nils Asplund and children, John Asplund, Flora and Nellie Lish, Peter and Emma Asmussen, Silas Barr, William Dean and Bessie Flander. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Mattix returned to their home in Tacoma, Sunday. Ed Anderson and Ed Leak of Ohop, called on Kreger's and Reeves Monday. Peter Asmussen, Jr., Henry Asmussen, Nellie Lish and Bessie Flander, motored to Eatonville and LaGrande, sight-seeing, Sunday. Mrs. Fred Kropf and sons, Edwin and Albin, visited Asplunds', Sunday. Stepless double decker street cars which have proved so popular in New York, Pittsburg, Columbus and Washington are now appearing for the first time abroad on the Vienna Municipal Tramways. The Ladies' Aid met Thursday at the home of Mrs. Norman J. Bruen. The society was entertained by Mrs. Luther Wright and Mrs. Bruen. Mr. A. Bolli spent Sunday at the Brewers Farm. Pg. 1, col. 4 & 5 NEWS FROM ALDER Under the auspices of Nisqually Rebekah Lodge No. 233, I. O. O. F. arrangements have been made for the holding of thanksgiving services at the Odd Fellow's Hall, Sunday, at 2:30 P.M. The Rev. of Kapowsin will preach. The Basket Ball game which took place at the school gymnasium Wed. night between the high School boys and girls resulted in a good showing for the girls. Although the girls were defeated by a score of 15 to ?, they played a very good game and gave the boys a much harder fought game than they anticipated. The boys however have promised to devote a little more time to practicing in the future. The Thanksgiving Shooting match which is to take place here Sunday Nov. 25th, is promised to be an event of unusual activities. A large number of turkeys, geese and ducks have been provided for the occasion. A large number of sportsmen are expected to be on hand. Carl O. Kruse the noted champion rifle shot, will have to do some fine shooting if he expects to defend his title of championship rifle shot in this part of the country. A number of Alder sportsmen, among them being Glen Parks, John Rotter and Chas Marek, assert that they are going to give the champion rifle shot a run for his money. Herman Kruse has been awarded a large contract for getting out a large number of ties for the Chicago Milwaukee railway. About fifteen men will be employed until April 1st, on this contract. Mr. Walker has again returned to Alder after an absence of eight years. Mr. Walker was at that time woods foreman for the Excelsior Lumber Co. L. Houghton has been quite ill for the past week. Tom McMann had a slight accident one day last week when the axe with which he was chopping wood flew off the handle and nearly severed one of his fingers. An extra gang of the pacific Telephone men, have been here all week repairing telephone lines. Ernest Boettcher went to Reliance the first of the week where he is employed as filer. Why is it that no arrangements have as yet been made for a Xmas tree and program this year? Only a few weeks remain and at least a month or more ought to be given for the preparation of a program this event. The Xmas tree event is always looked forward to with eager interest. The citizens of this community and especially the teachers ought to get busy and make preparations for an appropriate celebration. A special meeting of the Alder commercial club will be called Monday night, Nov. 27th for the purpose of appointing committees to arrange for this festival. Everybody is requested to be present. No one is exempt. The meeting will be held at the old school house at 8:00 P.M. Efforts have been made for the holding of a joint meeting between the farmers of Eatonville and Alder for the purpose of discussing the rural credits bill with a view of organizing a farm loan association. A number of farmers in Alder are desirous of taking advantage of the new farm loan act. Why not arrange for a joint meeting either at Eatonville or Alder for the proper discussion of the matter? Dr. Bridge and B. W. Lyons have been asked by the Alder Commercial Club to arrange for a meeting and they have promised to communicate with the farmers as to a date most convenient for the farmers to attend a meeting of this kind. L. W. Dougherty and Anna Rotter left Tuesday for Portland where they will be married the following day. They will make their home in Portland where the former has a good position. The Post office department has sent out a notice that the Empire Realty and Mortgage Company, The nation Home Co. The Capital Security Company, and The First Amortization Mortgage and Bond Company of America, with their officers at Nashville Tenn. Are in the hands of the receivers of the Bankruptcy Court at Nashville. An investigation by the government disclosed that all the records and files of the companies which had any material bearing on the companies' business have been recently destroyed. The Government through the post office department and the department of justice are making an investigation for the purpose of ascertaining if the business of these companies constituted a violation of the postal laws. In view of the fact that the records have been destroyed, those who have had dealings with these companies at any time are requested to communicate with the post office inspector, Benjamen F. Dilts, Nashville, Tenn., giving a brief history of their dealings with these men together with a number or agreement as well as the series and issues numbers. All letters, circulars and advertising matter received by the holder from the companies are also requested, which will be returned if desired. PARENT-TEACHERS HAVE INTERESTING MEETING The regular meeting of the Parent-teachers' Association was held Tuesday at the high school. Miss Boone was the principle speaker of the meeting. She gave a very interesting talk on food values and her remarks were highly appreciated. The program was as follows: Exercise by the first grade, duet by Mr. Beardsley and Miss Dana. Three minute talks followed, Mrs. A. Brantner speaking on meat substitutes, Mrs. Mann on breakfast cereals and Mrs. Luther Wright on "Leftovers". An interesting feature was the exhibition of gowns by the high school girls, which they had made in the Domestic Arts department. The meeting was well attended. The picture was once more won by the high school. Pg. 1, col. 6 NATIONAL-ASHFORD NEWS A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Goodwin, Friday, Nov. 17th. Mrs. J. P. Weyerhaeuser, Mrs. Raye and Mrs. Cranston Potter of the Tacoma chapter of the Red Cross Society, met with the ladies of Ashford, Thursday afternoon in the Masonic hall, for the purpose of organizing an auxiliary to the chapter in Ashford. The following officers were elected; Mrs. E. S. Ha.., president, Mrs. E. M. Schaffer, vice- president and Mrs. Audley Butler, secretary and treasurer. Mrs. Raye who was state chairman of the Belgian relief gave an interesting talk on that subject and the work done by it. The masquerade ball given in Ashford's hall, Saturday evening was attended by a large crowd of dancers from all the towns along the Tacoma-Eastern. The prizes were awarded as follows: finest costume ladies;, Miss Lottie Schaffer, gentlemens', Joe Toletin, best sustained character, Mrs. Gruidl, best gentleman, M. Kaare and the prize for the most comical was given to Mrs. T. H. Long and a gentleman from Mineral. Mrs. John Doty and Mrs. Isabel Benty who has been Mrs. Doty's guest for the past two weeks spent Monday in Eatonville. Mrs. Doty is planning to go east to Missouri for a visit. William Moran visited with relatives in Eatonville over Sunday. Fred Riggs has purchased the stage formerly owned by Lundy Atkins and has been operating it for the past week. The Ladies' Aid was entertained very pleasantly at the home of Mrs. John Ransweiler, Thursday afternoon. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by her daughter, Miss Clara. The Ladies will have a sale of the useful articles which they are busy making the fore part of December. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Smith spent the week-end in Eatonville. A. J. Long moved his family to National this week, from Pacific City. Mr. Long lived at this place five years ago but went back to Georgia. He came back, however, asserting that there is no other place quite like Washington. (Though it did go strong for Wilson). Herbert Lidren received work this week that his wife has been taken to the Contagious hospital in Tacoma with a severe case of Diphtheria. Mrs. Lidren went down to Tacoma last week to visit her mother. Mrs. S. A. Manning and Mrs. G. E. Skinner went to Seattle, Wednesday morning on a brief shopping trip. Charles Gould of National who was operated on at the Eatonville hospital, Tuesday, is getting along nicely. Jess Hurd was a visitor in Eatonville, Tuesday. Miss Mildred is ill at Ohop Bobs with the measles. Mrs. G. M. Norwood went to Eatonville, Thursday for a brief visit at the home of her mother, Mrs. J. E. B. Moran. L. J. Rexroth was a passenger for Tacoma, Thursday, on a business trip. Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Phillips are spending the wee-end in Tacoma. Rev. Marsh had charge of the services in the church, Sunday evening. Electricity passed through freshly cut timber renders it more resistant against decay and fungous growths according to English scientists. Mr. and Mrs. R. Fitzer of Silver Lake were Eatonville visitors, Sunday. Pg. 2, col. 1 ELBE NEWS NOTES A social was given at the I. O. O. F. hall, Saturday evening, Nov. 18, in honor of Charlie Campbell's birthday. A jolly time by all those present and many will wishes to the honor guest, were the evening's results. The Program for the entertainment that was to be given for Christmas tree funds, has been given up owing to the short period of time remaining to practice for such a Program. A special Thanksgiving sermon will be given at the Elbe Presbyterian church next Sunday evening and special music by the Sunday school choir has been announced. Mrs. Maze is entertaining an uncle from Michigan, this week. This is his first trip to the coast and he is very much elated over the views and the big timber. Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Borden of Pleasant Valley were shopping in Elbe, Tuesday. Mr. Hardy made a business trip to Morton, last week and returning home, one of the wheels of his machine broke. He had to walk home and return later to get the machine. Mr. Robert Spheres of Mineral visited at the home of Adam Sachs and wife, several days of last week. Morris Hill of Park Junction was in Elbe on business, Wednesday. Charlie Hoems of Pleasant Valley was in Elbe, Monday. Several of the young people from Elbe attended the Movies at Mineral, Sunday night. Mr. Maze and Mr. Cook's machines conveyed the parties and Mr. Cook's machine on the return trip. Mr. Jensen was away from Elbe the past week on business and Lee Cronkite clerked in Mr. Jensen's place during his absence. Thieves broke into a shack near the railroad track one night this week, by prying off the latch, took some things highly valued by the two occupants, men who were batching in the place. The teachers will be leaving to attend Institute, Saturday, and also to spend the week of vacation on account of Thanksgiving. Mr. and Mrs. Pagel of Cashmere will be visiting R. W. Coombs and family, the latter part of the week. The Elbe stage stopped at the Pioneer Garage for repairs, Thursday. A patent has been granted for an electrically illuminated keyhole. Pg. 2, col. 3 & 4 OHOP VALLEY NEWS Those who made business trips to Tacoma last week were John Falk, Hans Olden, Olga Olden, Mrs. L. Olden, Salve Jensen and Andrew Anderson. Mrs. J. Malm, Anna Peterson, Myrtle Brathen, Ida Anderson and Mary Jacobson attended the Silver Lake Sewing Club, Thursday, at the home of Mrs. Marshall Harris. A very pleasant afternoon was spent in sewing, playing games and music. Mrs. Marie Gulbranson, who has been making an extended visit with her brother, Mr. S. Jensen and family, left for her home in Wisconsin, Saturday. Mrs. Roscoe Taylor entertained at dinner, Friday evening, Nov. 10, the occasion being Mrs. King's and Mrs. Taylor's birthdays. The guests were Mrs. M. C. King, Mrs. C. L. Manning, Prid King and Edna Langberg. Miss Myrtle Brathen of Tacoma has been the guest of Ida Anderson for a few days. MINERAL NEWS Charles Uhlman was in town, Wednesday and Thursday of last week. The teachers are preparing a Thanksgiving program, to be given at the Gym, Saturday afternoon. Several car loads of Mineral people attended the Mask Ball at Ashford, Saturday night. All report a very good time. Professor F. S. Thompson and Mr. Bell of Morton and Mr. Moorecraft of Randall attended the meeting of School District No. 214. Mr. R. Matthews spent Sunday at home, returning to Chehalis Monday morning. Mrs. Trim was a Tacoma visitor Wednesday. The Social given by the Athletic Club, Wednesday night, in the Gym was well attended and a very good time was enjoyed by all. Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Wheeler and Mrs. R. Matthews attended "The Garden of Allah" at the Tacoma Theater, Sunday. Mr. Ed Trim attended the Trainmen's lodge, in Tacoma, Sunday. Pg. 3, col.4 TIDEWATER NEWS Mrs. D. J. Mink spent a few days of last week with her sister at Fern Hill. Mr. George Rosebrook is on the sick list. R. W. Coombs has made several much needed improvements at the Snow hotel. He has added an up to date hotel register, installed a desk and counter in the lobby and this adds much to the convenience and comfort of the guests. Pg. 4, col. 3 M. E. CHURCH NEWS Sunday school, 10 a.m. Morning service, 11 a.m. Epworth League, 6:30 p.m. Dr. S. S. Sulliger, district superintendent, will give morning service. Communion service after the sermon. The evening service will be the fourth of a series in which Rev. Woods has touched on a person's life work. The subject for this Sunday evening service will be "Reviews of a Life Work". The official board of the church me Thursday evening. The first quarterly conference will be held Saturday evening at the church, Rev. Sulliger will be present. COUNCIL MEETING The council met Tuesday Nov. 22 at the town hall. Mayor Nettleton Councilmen R. Marti, A. U. Fairbairn, C. H. Williams, and A. E. Brantner were present. Light and power rates were discussed. The council seemed to be in favor of reducing the light rate for current used above the minimum as now charged at the rate of ten cents per kilo-watt hour. Also to create a cheap heating and cooking rate so as to induce people to put in electric heaters and cook stoves. The town clerk, H. N. Greene, pointed out that the city could receive a much cheaper rate if a little more current was used. He figures that if a number of heaters and cooking stoves are installed in the homes that the necessary amount can be reached, allowing the town to sell current much cheaper than the present rate. A motion was made by A. U. Fairbairn and seconded by C. H. Williams, that the clerk draw up an ordinance, pertaining to electric current rates for heating an cooking purposes also for power purposes. This motion carried. The proposed ordinance will be read and discussed at the next meeting of the council. Leslie Kipper asked permission of the council to put a gasoline tank under the sidewalk in front of the Ford garage, of which he is the manager. C. H. Williams made a motion that permission be granted to Mr. Kipper to put in the tank as requested. Motion seconded by R. Marti and passed by the council. Subject of riding of bicycles on the streets of the town, was discussed. Permission to ride on the sidewalks has been requested by several newsboys. Motion made by A. U. Fairbairn, seconded by A. Brantner that clerk be instructed to draw up an ordinance pertaining to the riding of bicycles on the sidewalks and that the proposed ordinance be read at the next meeting of the council. Motion carried. The advisability of buying a two-horse grader was discussed. The council was of the opinion that such a grader would be a good investment. The clerk was instructed to get prices on such graders. J. C. Coombs was appointed as inspector for the coming city election, Dr. M. C. Hill and H. N. Green as clerk and judge. One bill was presented for payment, and ordered paid; C. C. Emmons, hardware $19.95. Mrs. A. Baker was in Eatonville, Thursday.