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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 A Weekly Paper For Tacoma Eastern People Third Year, No. 22, January 11, 1918 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL CALL FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received by School District 309 for transportation of 6 high school student from District 309 to Eatonville high school and return, daily during this school year. Bids will be opened January 12, at 8 p.m. Directors reserve right to reject any or all bids. W. D. Stidham, Clerk, Eatonville, R. F. D. Adv. No. 20 2t. For Sale:--6 horse power gasoline engine and circular wood saw. $100.00. Just the thing for farmer who needs good gasoline engine. Some extra equipment and distillate goes with the outfit. Fred Kittleman, Eatonville, Wash. Adv. No. 21 4t. F. S. Steere is quite ill with pneumonia. Born to Mr. and Mrs. A. Bolli, a boy, Wednesday morning. The 11 year old son of Pete Perry is quite ill with pneumonia. The H. O. A. will hold their next meeting at the home of Mrs. Norwood. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Jensen of Etonville, a boy, Wednesday morning. Mrs. Robertson of Mineral is recovered sufficiently to leave the hospital today for her home. Mr. Stella broke the ankle of his right foot, Thursday, while working at the Eatonville Lumber Co.'s yard. Mrs. E. L. Pravitz, entertained the Auction Bridge Club at her home in Eatonville, Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Norman J. Bruen won high score. Eatonville's electric power was shut off Tuesday from 1:30 to 6:00 p.m. A tree fell across the transmission line which connects with LaGrande power plant. Henry Decker of Kapowsin lost his right arm Wednesday, while oiling machinery at the Kapowsin Lumber Mill Co. Mr. Decker was taken to the Eatonville hospital. The arm was amputated about two inches below the elbow. The accident happened when Mr. Decker's loose jumper sleeve was caught between two cog wheels, pulling the arm between the cogs, grinding bones and flesh so that amputation was necessary. Pg. 1, col. 2 NEWS FROM MINERAL The Commissioners of Lewis Co. and Pierce Co. held a business meeting in Elbe, Monday. Miss Esher Bemis returned to Tacoma Monday, where she is attending school. M. L. C. met with Mrs. J. D. Adamy, Tuesday. Those acting on the program were, Mrs. M. L. Wood and Mrs. L. I. Walrath. The Red Cross has finished all the sewing it has on hand and expects knitting for the next meeting. Mrs. Robinson left Friday of last week for the Eatonville hospital to undergo an operation for her throat. Mr. and Mrs. R. Matthews returned home from Elma, Friday. Miss Armilda Taylor has accepted a position as clerk fro E. K. LaChapelle. The M. R. Smith Shingle Mill resumed operations, Thursday. Thursday was the first day Mineral has had train service since the bridges washed out, some four weeks ago. CHURCH NOTES Communion service was held the first Sabbath of 1918. The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Adamy was baptized at this service. The Sunday School contest ended in victory for the blues. It is to be followed by a Social given by the Reds. Election of officers of the Sunday School was held this date. The officers and teachers are preparing for a new contest the last being so helpful in raising the attendance. The Sabbath School was never better officered, and the supply of teachers is better numerically than formerly. Mrs. Everton and her daughter Miss Clara Everton, teaching in the Mineral school, spent Sunday with the Rev. and Mrs. Pamment. Both these ladies are holding some office in the Sabbath school also. The first meeting of the P. T. A. for the new year was held on Tuesday last and was well attended. Several little children had a part on the programe with musical numbers. Miss Armilda Taylor gave a recitation in her own inimitable way. The discussion following was one of the best from the standpoint of school effectiveness, and will bring some needs of the district prominently before the school authorities. The Woman's Auxiliary held its first meeting in the new year last Wednesday and it was a very helpful gathering. The social feature was well to the front. A paper on the Call to work in 1918 was read by Mrs. Pamment, based upon the address of the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Eddie James of Sumner was operated on at the Eatonville hospital, Thursday. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends for the beautiful floral offerings and kindness during the illness and death of our father, E. J. Martin. Geo. E. Martin, Mrs. W. R. Ripley, Mrs. W. B. Brown, Mrs. R. K. McKenzie. Mrs. Jane Crandle and Mrs. W. W. Coates of Seattle, sister and niece of E. J. Martin attended his funeral here Wednesday. Pg. 1, col. 3 OHOP VALLEY NEWS Mr. H. Kjelstad returned home Sunday evening from a two weeks visit with relatives in Stanwood. Mr. James Carlson spent the week end in Seattle. Mr. Alfred Simonson visited at H. Anderson's Sunday. Mr. G. Schmidt and Ed Kittleman of Eatonville are working for Edwin Anderson who is remodeling his house. Mrs. E. Hedborg was an Eatonville visitor, Wednesday. Mrs. L. Grundell and son Raymond returned home Friday after a few days visit in Seattle. Miss Martha Kjelstad is on the sick list. Mr. Eric Erickson of Tacoma visited at Mr. P. Peterson's, Sunday. (Too late for last issue) Mr. Victor Falk of Camp Lewis was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. L. Olson, New Year's Day. Mrs. P. Peterson entertained the Ladies Aid Wednesday. A large crowd was present and a delicious lunch was served. Mr. and Mrs. Geiger and family were guests at H. Andersons Sunday. Miss Augusta hammer visited at Olden's Monday. Mary and Ethel Jacobson entertained the Ohop sewing circle, Saturday. A large crowd of young folks attended the dance in Eatonville, New Year's Eve. Mr. and Mrs. E. Jacobson and family were guests of Mr. O. Olden, New Year's Day. Mr. Kittelman is cutting shingle bolts with his drag saw, working for Mr. Richardson. Word comes that Harry Steere has been promoted to first sergeant, at the aviation school, San Diego, Cal. Families-One wheatless meal daily; two meatless meals daily; meatless Tuesday; wheatless Wednesday; porkless Saturday. Hotels and restaurants-Meatless Tuesday; wheatless Wednesday; porkless Saturday; individual sugar service of two medium lumps; individual bread service of two ounces. Everyone-Use less wheat, use less sugar; use less fats; use less meat; use less bacon. Charles Hebberd, federal food administrator for Washington, inaugurated "porkless Saturday" in Washington this week. The request to observe one day as porkless, which comes form Herbert Hoover, is made necessary by the extreme shortage of pork products among Allies and in the United States. In addition to using no pork on Saturday, everyone is asked to conserve bacon at all times. Bacon is needed more than any other food product. No fresh or salted pork, bacon, ham or lard is to be used on Saturday. The Redmen lodge of Eatonville, celebrated Wednesday evening when the mortgage against the lodge building was burned, having been fully paid. A large gathering attended the ceremony and banquet served to members and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Ole Olden and son, Hans Olden were business visitors in Eatonville, Wednesday. Pg. 1, col. 4 WHAT ONE AUXILLARY IS DOING (By Ashford Correspondent) Through the efforts of Mrs. E. S. Hall who resides near the park entrance, about six miles from Ashford, Mrs. Weyerhauser, President; Mrs. Raze, Secretary; Mrs. Scranton Potter in charge of the cutting and sewing, all members of the Red Cross Chapter in Tacoma, gave a talk to the ladies of Ashford. The result was an auxiliary organized by Mrs. E. S. Hall and the following officers elected: Mrs. E. S. Hall, chairman; Mrs. Elizabeth Shaffer, vice-chairman; Mrs. A. Butler, Secretary and Treasurer. Mrs. W. A. Ashford was appointed to take charge of the sewing which was all new work to the auxiliary. The chairman was very enthusiastic and reaped good results; although at the beginning the ladies were handicapped by lack of a sewing machine. Thanks to Rhodes Brothers of Tacoma, who gave the use of a machine and also to Mrs. Shaffer and Mrs. Dr. Long who sent their machines over to the auxiliary meetings, the machine question was met. The auxiliary made many garments. A few knitted, other made bandages, contributed to the Belgian relief fund. Mrs. E. S. Hall resigned as chairman and Mrs. Shaffer, vice Chairman took charge of the auxiliary. Mrs. Shafer also proves to be very enthusiastic and capable. During the past year and up to this time I believe our auxiliary is among the leading ones. Our Xmas fun raised by subscription was $170 and I believe there was a few small amounts sent in afterwards. At the dance given by the auxiliary, Dec. 15, 1917 netted $168.22/ The use of the hall was donated by W. A. Ashford, with lights and wood furnished. Ice cream, coffee and cream for the supper was donated by Butler and Rexroth. The ladies of National and Ashford donated the cakes, sandwiches and salads for the plates. Miss Tarpenny, Mrs. C. Cain, assisted by Fred Ashford and Louis Rexroth had charge of the counter-Candies, cigars and ice cream etc. Mrs. D. L. Reabum, wife of D. L. Reabum, superintendent of Mr. Rainier Park, gave a beautiful piece of work-roses done in oil colors, which brought $13. Mrs. Kennedy of National, winner. The Xmas drive for membership has increased to at least 100 members. Louis Rexroth gave $25.00 to our Red Cross Auxiliary as a Xmas present. James Hughes who owns "The Inn" at Longmire has given us sums of money at various times. Mrs. O. K. Glover primary teacher, donated 80 trench candles made by the school children. Mrs. B. Curry, shipped all packages for our Red Cross, assuming the payment of express charges. Mrs. Fred Ashford has been a very faithful worker, taking charge of sewing and often turning in three and four finished garments at a meeting. We now have a large tent furnished by Mrs. Shaffer, three sewing machines, a quantity of yarn and lots of good enthusiastic members. Watch our Red Cross work for 1918. Aside from real Red Cross work there are other good results. Every community should have it auxiliary. It brings the people together where they exchange ideas, and a good will feeling towards all by getting acquainted with our neighbors. Greetings and good wishes to all and to our organizer, Mrs. E. S. Hall for the work she has started. Pg. 1, col. 5 COUNCIL HOLDS FIRST MEETING Eatonville's new administration organized and held its first meeting Tuesday night at the town hall. Dr. A. W. Bridge was sworn in for mayor. Norman J. Bruen, re-elected town treasurer was sworn, also councilmen A. U. Fairbairn, R. Coombs, Cid Potter. C. H. Williams, councilman-elect did not attend the meeting. A. U. Fairbairn and Robert Coombs were tied in the city election. It is customary for the candidate for town council who receive the highest number of votes to serve the two-year team, the one-year term going to the candidate getting the lower number of votes. Mr. Fairbairn asked that Mr. Coombs accept the two-year term. Mr. Coombs and Mr. Fairbairn were re-elected to office. C. H. Williams and Sid Potter are new members and R. Marti is a hold-over councilman from last year. Mayor Bridge continued the appointment of H. N. Green as town clerk and marshal. Mr. Green's work was highly praised by councilman Fairbairn. Councilman Marti also commented favorably on Mr. Green's work as town clerk. Mayor Bridge declared the office of city attorney vacant. The mayor said he would look into this matter. Appointments of health officer and police judge were held up. The mayor has acted as health officer in the past, and there is no justice of the peace in the Eatonville precinct who could be appointed police judge as provided by law. Councilmen Coombs and Fairbairn were appointed by the mayor as a committee to investigate in regard to planting of trees on streets of Eatonville. G. B. Ingersoll, hardware merchant appeared before the council with the proposition of taking over from the town, the handling and sales of electric light fixtures. The council decided to turn over to Mr. Ingersoll, the electrical fixtures. The town clerk said this business brought the town from six to eight dollars monthly. The reason for the change is that persons wanting light globes, while Mr. Ingersoll is clerk at the hall or go without globs, while Mr. Ingersoll is most always at this place of business. It will give better service than former arrangement. The mayor appointed as a committee, Councilmen Potter and Coombs to investigate the fire which damaged the cemetery fence, last summer. The fire was started by Henry Antonie who was burning brush on his place adjoining the cemetery. Mayor Bridge said, "One thing that I am going to have a hobby on will be fire protection." The mayor commented on the high cost of fire insurance, saying that 3 per cent paid in most cases is about one half of what buildings are earning. Steps to be taken, he said, were: organization of a fire department, system of fire alarms and better connection with the Eatonville Lumber Co. water supply. Wednesday was named for the first meeting of the fire department. Bills paid: $25 for legal advice and $10.99, treasurer's commission. Eatonville high school basket ball team defeated Orting high school last Friday evening at Eatonville. The Royal neighbors held an open installation of officers Tuesday evening. An elaborate program was followed by a sumptuous lunch. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Fitzer, a boy, Monday. Pg. 1, col. 6 EDWIN J. MARTIN Edwin J. Martin was born in Oswego, N. Y. April 5th, 1850. Passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. R. Ripley, in Tacoma, January 7th, 1918 age 67 years 10 mos. 2 days. He came to the state of Washington, 28 years ago, and settled in Des Moines, afterwards living in Mineral 8 years, and with his son George Martin 3 years in Eatonville, and 2 years in Tacoma. For the past 2 years he has made his home with his daughter, Mrs. W. R. Ripley in Tacoma. Mr. martin had been in poor health for the past 12 years. On June 19th last he was stricken with paralysis, and since had been confined to his bed, until the end came. He was patient, never complaining always cheerful and was an interested bible student. He was a man much respected and beloved by all who knew him-was familiarly called "Daddy Martin." Besides his widow, he leaves to mourn his loss: one son, George Martin of Eatonville and three daughters, Mrs. W. R. Ripley, Mrs. W. B. Brown, Mrs. R. K. McKenzie , all of Tacoma. Funeral services were held at the Eatonville Methodist Church, Wednesday afternoon, Rev. F. H. Walker officiating. Burial was made in the family ground at the Eatonville cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of A. W. Merrow & Co. FIRE DEPARTMENT HAS DRILL Three rings on the Eatonville fire bell means fire drill for the volunteer fire department. The bell was rung Wednesday afternoon and about five men turned out for practice. Four minutes after the bell sounded, water was running through the fire hose at the Bank corner. All male residents are expected to learn the essentials of getting the hose cart to the scene of a fire and getting the hose connected to the hydrant and the water turned on. This sounds simple but past fires have shown lack of simple knowledge that would possibly have saved hundreds of dollars worth of property. Fire drills will be carried on every week, it is planned. Three bells means fire drill. EATONVILLE WINS FROM ENUMCLAW (Contributed) The basket ball game between pierce County champions and King County champions Wednesday evening at the Eatonville gymnasium was the most exciting game we have ever had. During the first half of the first inning our boys seemed doomed to fate while king County champions made several baskets, but all of a sudden our boys began to play and what is more, they kept it up. While the high school rooted for them, the boys done some very excellent team work. After the game the king County champs were entertained by the high school students and teachers. The score, 39 to 17. Fred Kittelman is cutting wood with a drag saw and gas engine near Loveland on the Mt. Road. Mr. Kittelman was home last Sunday. He has a good lot of timber, and less car shortage, than he had when cutting near Eatonville. He has a market for all he can cut. Dr. Bridge has received a letter from the State Board of health which says that the board has tested the water, from the Little Mashell River and has found some free from contamination. Eatonville receives its water from the Little Mashell River. Pg. 2, col. 1 The Dispatch E. R. Vaughn -Editor Issued Every Friday Entered at the Eatonville Post office each Week as Second Class Matter. The Eatonville Dispatch: One year in advance, $1.50; six months, 75 cents; three months, 50 cents. EDITORIAL CHANGE F. H. Walker, pastor of the Eatonville Methodist church will edit the Dispatch for several weeks starting next issue of the paper. F. H. Walker is a newspaperman of several years experience. He will have absolute freedom to publish such news or editorials as he chooses. Editor E. R. Vaughn will take a semi-vacation to attend to other business. Give or telephone news items either to the Dispatch office or to Rev. Walker. RED CROSS GOING OVER THE TOP The much heralded campaign of the Red Cross for "ten million new members by Christmas," which opened on December 16, was hardly more than a few hours under way when telegraphic reports to National Headquarters at Washington indicated an enrollment in excess of the goal. Early and scattering returns for the first day of enrollment which was Monday, showed that several of the thirteen national divisions of the Red Cross had gone over their quotas for the day, with hundreds of chapters unheard from. The city of Seattle alone reported an enrollment practically equaling the day's quota for the entire northwestern Division, which embraces the States of Washington and Oregon and Idaho. Early in the campaign week it became a matter of rivalry between the divisions not to see whether they would reach their quotas, but to see how far above the quota each division might push its enrollment by Christmas Eve. Millions of Americans await eagerly the final word from Washington as to how many crosses were (continued to col. 2) illuminated on service flags in the windows of Red Cross homes on Christmas Eve. Pg. 2, col. 2 American nurses and other Red Cross women workers in France are to have a club with rooms in Paris, to include a library, reading rooms and a meeting hall. Pg. 2, col. 3 NEWS FROM SILVER LAKE Mrs. Hillberg motored to Eatonville, Tuesday. Mrs. Ed Ellis visited with Mrs. Paul Nelson, Thursday last. Myrtle Fenton of Eatonville spent Friday with Mrs. Clifford Manning. Frances McLean of Eatonville and Frank Ellis and son John spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Reeve. Mrs. Raddue called on Mr. and Mrs. John Jensen, Sunday evening. Miss Augusta Hammer spent the week end with friends in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McTee of Eatonville spent Monday with Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Ohneck. Mrs. John Jensen is on the sick list. Mrs. Jacobson, Mrs. Headberg, Miss Mary Jacobson and Miss Ethel Jacobson of Ohop spent Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nelson. Pg. 2 bottom half of page "THE BLOKE WHO WENT WEST" By Arthur Guy Empey, Author of "Over the Top" {recounts his experience at the front in France the expounds the need for cigarettes for the troops} H. N. Green, Eatonville town clerk has been appointed to take charge of the soldiers tobacco fund in Eatonville. He will receive all collections and remittances will be forwarded by him to 25 West 44th Street, New York City, headquarters for "Our Boys in France Tobacco Fund." Mr. Green will not grow hysterical or get excited about this matter. He will proceed to carry into practice an orderly plan that will insure a steady and sure stream of tobacco money from this community. Pg. 3, col. 1 Mrs. J. Mickelson was an Eatonville visitor, Sunday. Mrs. Mickelson took her daughter, Lillian from the Eatonville hospital to their home in Kapowsin. Pg. 4, col. 1 Christmas mail this year was 25 per cent heavier than ever before, according to the Post office Department. The congestion was less, however, because the packages were mailed earlier than in former years. All wooden Christmas boxes for soldiers of the expeditionary forces received too lat for shipment will be returned to the senders if return postage is mailed to the superintendent Railway Mail Service, New York, N. Y. The American Red Cross is now operating forty dispensaries in the war zone. An embargo has been placed on the exportation of butter except to nations associated with the United States in war. Pg. 4, col. 2 Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Waddell are making a number of improvements in their home. Ed Kittelman is doing the papering and painting. The Royce Lumber Co. broke the haul back shaft of the woods donkey engine so the woods crew was laid off Monday and Tuesday. A rest station is being operated by the American Red Cross at the new American Aviation Field. Old phonograph records are being collected among friends of the American Red Cross in Paris to entertain soldiers at rest stations.