THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, August 23, 1918 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 06/04/04 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm ************************************************ THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH A Weekly Paper For Tacoma Eastern People Third Year, No. 54, August 23, 1918 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL FOR SALE 8 pigs, six weeks old $7.00 each. 22 white leghorn pullets, ready to lay, $2.00 each. A. D. COLBURN, Phone Main 722. For Sale-2 Fresh cows, 1 yearling heifer, 1 calf. Will trade towards a good used car. D. E. Whitney; Elbe, Wash. Wilson has just received a fresh stock of Tuxedo, Prince Albert, Lucky Strike, Velvet, English Curve Cut and all the other leading brands of tobacco which he is selling at the lowest prices. Call early while this assortment lasts. WHERE IS H. COOTER? The Town Marshal is in receipt of two different communications from Mrs. M. A. Cooter of McKay, B. C. making inquiry as to the whereabouts of her son, H. Cooter who was at one time employed in the logging camp of the Eatonville Lumber Co. Any reader who knows him will confer a great favor by having him write his mother or notify the Town Marshal of his present address. CAR FOR HIRE-George Martin Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Albertson of Aberdeen, Wash., were the week end guest of Mrs. Trafton and Mr. and Mrs. Grover Jacobs. VOTERS ATTENTION Notice is hereby given that the Registration Books of the Eatonville Precinct will close on August 30th, on account of the Primary Elections. Books will be open again for registration, September 13th. H. N. Greene, Registrar. For Sale or Trade--$225.00 will buy the team, harness and wagon and a long job at $8.00 per day assured. Robt. Esselstein. For Sale-Young pigs Inquire of O. Malcom or address J. L. Hill, Elbe. No charge for delivery. If you want a good smoke, call at Wilson's. He has them. Pg. 1, col. 2 FORMER RESIDENT OF EATONVILLE KILLED The many friends of L. A. Wray, who registered in Eatonville for the first draft will regret to learn of his death at the front on August 18, 1918. While in Eatonville, he was in the employ of Geo. Sabourin. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. L. Black and his two children of Seattle, also his three brothers who are now at the front. Mrs. S. T. Gordon and her daughter Lucy C. left for a visit Wednesday for Seattle where they will visit with friends and relatives. For Sale-Fresh Ranch Eggs, 50 cents per dozen. Mrs. A. P. Moon. If you want to shoot pool, try Wilson's extra quick cushion pool tables. Best in town. Miss Lucy Gordon gave a very pleasing vocal solo at the Methodist church last Sunday. She was accompanied by a violincello rendered by Mr. Ralph Northover with Rev. Walker at the piano. Tacoma's Exclusive Boys Suit Shop, sixth floor of Fidelity Bldg., (take elevator) 11th and Broadway, Tacoma. There is where money is saved. Double Seat and Knees, in every Suit making them last twice as long. Adv. No. 54-tf. Harmon and Marian Overmire visited their young friends in Eatonville during the past week and were accompanied to their home in Seattle by Mrs. Overmire who in company with Mrs. Emmons of Tacoma visited in Eatonville, last Tuesday. Mrs. M. A. Victor spent the weekend with her daughters Mesdames John Colvin and Waldo Jones in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. E. Dorwin of Tacoma spent the week end with Mr. Dorwin's mother, Mrs. J. T. Clark and they in company with Mr. and Mrs. Clark visited Mr. Tacoma on Sunday. George Dela Taste and family, formerly of Camp Lewis have located in the rooms over Sabourin's Barber Shop. Mr. Dela Taste is a barber in the employ of Sabourin. Try and ice-cold "Blitz" to quench your thirst at Wilson's. Mr. Walter Schuh and Mr. and Mrs. Emil Adams of Kapowsin called at the home of Frank Mensik, Friday evening. Mrs. Scott Turner, Mrs. C. C. Snow and children, Florence and George and Mr. and Mrs. Brislawn spent Thursday in Kapowsin where they attended the dedication of the Catholic church and the first Holy Communion. GARAGE REDUCES OPEN HOURS The Leslie Kipper Co. has just announced that after the 25th inst., their garage will be closed at 6:00 p.m. through the week excepting Saturday when it will close at 9:00 p.m. and will remain closed throughout Sunday. This announcement is in compliance with a ruling of the Federal Government. Mrs. M. A. Davis of Leber was an Eatonville visitor Monday and Tuesday. Pg1, col. 3 & 4 NOTICE According to an act of Congress and a proclamation by the President of the United States, ALL men who have become 21 years of age since June 5th, 1918 up to August 24th, 1918 must register on August 24th, 1918. Below is given a list of registration places for men in the District under the jurisdictio of the Local Board. Eatonville . . Office of Eatonville Lbr. Co. Puyallup. . . Office of Geo. D. Osborne. Buckley . . . Hayden Billiard Parlor. Tacoma . . . Room 302 Bank of California Bldg. 13th and Pacific Ave. Places of Registration will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on August 24th, 1918. Local Board for Division No. 2, County of Pierce. T. S. Galbraith, Chairman. Pg. 1, col. 3 The Auction Bridge Club met with Mrs. Brantner this week. Mrs. Ingersoll having high score. Mrs. Wm. Farr and daughter, Mrs. Ray Morgan of Condon, Oregon were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Geiger, Wednesday. The Misses Dorothy and Alberta Brantner left Wednesday for Tacoma. FAIR COMMITTEE MEETS The Program and Publicity committee of the Tacoma-Eastern Fair Association met last Tuesday evening in the office of Dr. A. W. Bridge. This committee was consolidated for the reason that some of the members of the committee are now absent and the work of the two committees coincides. As a result of the meeting a definite plan was arranged for certain new features for the Fair which will be of interest to all. If the program can be arranged as now planned the Fair will be bigger and better than ever. The plans contemplate certain musical attractions, sports, lectures on live topics of local and nation-wide interest, military features and, taken altogether, will form a program that no one can afford to miss. Watch the "Dispatch" for future announcements. FIRE IN SOUT END SOON EXTINGUISHED Some excitement was caused among the resident of the South end of town when a fire broke out in the roof of the butcher shop of the Eatonville Lumber Co. at seven o'clock on last Saturday evening. The local people quickly run a hose line to the flames, with the aid of picks and hatches and the fire was soon extinguished. The fire is supposed to have originated from the burner, however the damage was slight. Mrs. W. T. Scoggins and children visited in Eatonville last Monday. School opens September 2nd. Pg. 1, col. 4 BIRTHDAY PARTY A surprise party was given Tuesday evening at Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Stidham's residence, at 3827 South K St., Tacoma, in honor of Mrs. Stidham's first birthday in her married life. The evening was spent in playing games and dancing. The following friends were present: Mr. and Mrs. Kutting, Mr. and Mrs. Coners, Mr. and Mrs. Grant, Mrs. A. Sjolander, Mrs. E. Olson, Mrs. Mumbleau, Mrs. Allen, Mrs. V. Wells, Miss Helen Hart, Miss Leona Boyd, Miss Hazel Richardson, Miss Anna Libby, Miss Minnie Rohrs, Miss Helen Mooney, Miss L. V. Swanson, Clifford Sislander, Mr. Henry Rohrs, Mr. Stedham of Eatonville. Mrs. A. U. Fairbairn spent Sunday with friends in Tacoma returning Sunday evening. Mrs. ? O. Christopherson of Spokane visited Monday and Tuesday at the A. U. Fairbairn home. Mrs. N. C. Christensen is on the sick list. Mr. Ray Savage and family have located in the residence adjoining that of J. C. Coombs. Mr. Savage is employed in the logging camp of the Royce Lumber Co. Chas. Coombs on a vacation from his position in Seattle, made an extensive tour of the mountains and spent the week end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Coombs on the return journey. THE SCHOOL In next week's issue of the "Dispatch" will appear an article on the school question which will be of the utmost interest to all who are interested in the welfare of the local schools. Lack of space forbade its publication this week. RED CROSS ITEMS Who said that Eatonville Red Cross couldn't finish one hundred face masks in one day? You will be surprised to learn that they did so and that the refugee dresses were finished and a good start made on the pajamas. A number of new faces were present and let's have some more next week. Lots of room and lots of work. We get tired but so do our boys "over there", and they haven't a good home to rest in, either. The Red Cross is displaying two new signs-the work on them being donated by Chas. Williams and W. E. Oxley. Rhoda Hearn brought in four pounds of tin foil which she picked up on the streets. Can anybody beat her? Four hundred pounds of paper, one pound of lead foil and two and one-half pounds tin foil were donated by Miss Pollack. Be sure to stop at the Gift Store to see the piece of German money given by Mrs. Nensen to help lick the Kaiser. We also have the melting pot started with some old gold jewelry. Nearly every one has something of this kind around the house. Pg. 1, col. 5 LAST DAY FOR REGISTRATION The Town Hall will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on August 30th for those wishing to register. This is the last day so come early. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Benston of Tacoma, spent the week end with the Brantner family. Private William Elmlund, and Corporal Edward Scene, visited Saturday evening and Sunday with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Elmlund. Mrs. Chas. O. Jackson entertained the for a chicken dinner on Sunday. "Bill" says he thinks the life at Camp Lewis is great and only hopes they will continue to see fit to keep him in the service so he can get one whack at the Kaiser Bill. Mr. and Mrs. Nils Walen had as their guest Sunday afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. O. Jackson, Private William Elmlund and Corporal Edward Scene, also Ed Christensen and Katie Christensen. Mrs. Walen served a very delightful lunch in honor of the soldiers. Friends of Harry Elmlund will be glad to know he is safely back into the States, having traveled 26 days on the water from Cuba where he left his company, to come to Virginia, to offer's training school for marines. Mrs. J. H. Galbraith and children and Mrs. Crowe, and Miss Chas. Jackson and daughter Lorna spent a very pleasant afternoon, one day last week with Mrs. S. H. Elmlund. Lost-A small Holstein cow between 2 and 3 years old. Has a white spot on her forehead, and wore a round bell. Anybody seeing her please notify Clint Smith, Eatonville or phone No. 54 R 3. MUD LAKE NEWS The Silver Lake Club met at the home of Mrs. Ed Reiter, Thursday. In the absence of the President, Mrs. Reeves, Mrs. Ellis Hillberg presided over the meeting, which opened by all the members singing "The Star Spangled Banner." Mrs. Mary E. Little of Walla Walla read an interesting chapter from the Bible, relating to the creation of Satan, who was at first a good old scout, before he went bad. Meeting closed with the grand old hymn, "What a friend we have in Jesus." Fifteen ladies and ten children were present. Mrs. H. Nightengale and family are at home again after spending four months at Fort Worden. Oliver Aus Spent Wednesday with Bud Reiter. Both boys are assisting H. Stutzman with his hay and grain. Dinner guests at the Guske farm Thursday were: Mrs. M. E. Little and daughter Ruth of Walla Walla, Mrs. E. Hillberg and son Bob and Chas. Wallare of Silver Lake. Mud Lake has a new resident for a while, Mr. and Mrs. Endwigneer, brother and sister- in-law of Mrs. A. B. Conrad of Clear Lake are living on the Oliver place. Mrs. Fred Guske has nine baby rabbits she would like to present to any little boy or girl who likes pets. If any such little boy or girl exists they should phone to her as soon as possible. Pg. 1, col. 6 ANOTHER LETTER Dear readers:-- In a recent issue we gave notice of the necessity of raising our subscription price beginning the date at September 1st, giving all of you an opportunity to subscribe or renew at the present low price. Quite a number have responded and these good people will save the price of two Thrift Stamps by being early, however we had hoped to see more of you take advantage of the opportunity presented. You have read in the larger dailies that the Federal Government has stopped sending of papers to delinquent subscribers, the ruling to take effect Oct. 1st, 1918. This is a war measure designed to save paper as news stock is very scarce at this time and has continually been raising in price. No doubt this ruling will be extended to weekly papers within a shore time and , from patriotic if from no other motive, we shall most assuredly comply with this or any other ruling of the Federal Government. We would advise you renew and pay up delinquency, if such exists, before September 1st. Then you are assured of receiving your paper regularly and at the minimum of expense. Very respectfully, EATONVILLE PUBLISHING COMPANY. REGISTRATION FOR MILITARY SERVICE The registration of all young men who have arrived at the age of twenty-one since June 5, 1918, and who are residents of Eatonville and immediate vicinity will be held at the office of the Eatonville Lumber Co. in Eatonville, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. August 24th, 1918. Care should be taken that this class and date of registration be not confused with the registration of the 18 to 45 classes which occur on or about, September 10th. GEO. F. MURRAY FOR COUNTY CLERK (picture) Mr. Murray was born in Pierce County, a son of Henry Murray, who took up a Donation Claim on the Muck in 1852. He has spent most of his life on this farm. He owns an adjoining farm which is being included in the Army Post site. Mr. Murray for the last four years has been chief Deputy in the County Clerk's office and during this period a high degree of efficiency has been established, winning high praise from the State Board of Accountancy. Mr. Murray has kept free from all entangling alliances and has always acted upon the belief that courtesy efficiency and service was the best recommendation he could offer in asking the suffrages of the electors for the office to which he aspires. He deserves and should receive the support of the voters for this important office for he has made good as Chief Deputy. For Sale-1 team, harness, wagon: weight 2700 lbs.; 5 and 7 years old. Will trade for Ford. Call at Ohop Lake. Ed Reiter. Pg. 2, col. 3 OHOP VALLEY NEWS (Too late for last issue.) The Ohop Valley Sewing Circle was entertained by Mrs. Charley McTee of Eatonville. Mrs. Woodney and children of Tacoma are visiting with Mrs. J. Malm this week. Mr. Jens Olden was called to the colors and was sent directly to Camp Tremont, California. Miss Mary Jacobsen spent Thursday with Miss Ida Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. S. Erickson, Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Erickson, and Miss Dorothy Erickson all of Bothell were week end visitors at Mr. T. Peterson. Several families from Ohop picnicked at Silver lake, Sunday. Mrs. Annie Hendrickson of Eatonville spent Monday at Ohop. Mr. and Mrs. Goransen and children and Mr. and Mrs. Hicks of Tacoma spent Sunday at Mr. E. Hedberg's. Pg. 3, col. 3 & 4 FARMERS ATTENTION The Extension Service of the State College of Washington and the U. S. government realizing that one sure way of increasing food production in Western Washington is by thorough draining of the land. The College has secured the services of Mr. A. B. Crane, an expert on drainage, who is now at work on the West Side. The services of Mr. Crane are free. The owner, of course, is asked to take care of him while at work on his farm. Mr. Crane will make a survey of the land to be drained and suggest methods of doing the work. At least 50 percent of the land in this County now in cultivation would be benefited by drainage. Farmers who wish to take advantage of Mr. Crane's services should write to Chas. A. Cole, County Agricultural Agent, Room 404 Court House, Tacoma. Mr. Crane works thru the County Agents office and only visits farms upon requests from owner. Pg. 4, col. 5 SUMMONS IN FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for Pierce County. E. J. McNeely Plaintiff, vs. Antonia Smith and all persons unknown if any, having or claiming to have an interest in and to the real property hereinafter described, defendants. Etc. Pg. 4, col. 6 SUMMONS IN FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for Pierce County. W. G. Strong Plaintiff vs. Chas. W. Holbrook and all persons unknown, if any, having or claiming to have an interest in and to the real property hereinafter described, Defendants. Etc. Pg. 6, col. 3 HARRY C. AUSTIN FOR COUNTY CLERK (picture) Harry C. Austin who recently filed for County Assessor paid us a flying visit a few days ago. Mr. Austin is not a stranger to the people of this community having lived in Tacoma for 32 years and occupying as he has for six years the position of Chief Deputy in the Assessor's Office it has been necessary for him to familiarize himself to a considerable extent with the entire County. He was born in Chehalis Co., Wash., in January 1878, being the son of parents who were among the original pioneers in western Washington, having crossed the plains in a prairie schooner from Illinois to California thence by sailing vessel to Olympia where they located in 1853. Mr. Austin in discussing his candidacy said that he was a believer in conservative values and that he was firmly of the opinion that assessed values should follow the market rather than anticipate it. He stated further that in his opinion by reason of the present war conditions the tendency was toward an inflated condition of values and that the responsibility that rested upon the shoulders of the next assessor would be greatly increased by reason of that fact. He should be a man whose training, knowledge and experience was such that regardless of however optimistic he might feel at the moment with regard to the outlook for the immediate future he should still be able to keep his feet solidly on the earth, for no man can truthfully say what the future holds in store for us after we have won the war. He further stated that if the people of Pierce County in their wisdom should see fit to elect him to fill this, the most important Office in the County that he had only one pledge to make, namely; courtesy is his dealing with the Public, economy consistent with efficient constructive management, a constant effort to equalize values and a devotion of his entire time to the work of the Office. Pg. 6, col. 3 & 4 Mrs. LOTTIE HACKETT KING Mrs. Lottie Hackett king has announced her candidacy for the office of superintendent of Schools of Pierce County. Mrs. King is the wife of Roscoe King who lived for a number of years near Eatonville and who has a multitude of friends in this vicinity. Mrs. King was born in Iowa and came to the state of Washington in 1890. She is a graduate of Tacoma Grade and High Schools having completed her High School course in 1899 and a Normal School Training Course in 1900, and is now a holder of a Life Certificate from the State of Washington. She has had seven years experience teaching in country schools, for years in the Central School, Tacoma, and four years in the Rogers, Whitman and Fern Hill Schools. She taught during the past year in the Willard School. Her platform embraces policies for securing one hundred per cent efficiency and the most progressive methods for Pierce County Schools. Pg. 6, col. 4 NEWS FROM LAKEHEAD AND VICINITY Mr. and Mrs. Henry Holz and family spent Sunday in Seattle, sightseeing. Mrs. Holz remained in Tacoma where she will spend the week visiting friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Clevenger motored to Puyallup one day this week. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Selle returned home Monday after spending a few days visiting friends in Ashford and Elbe. Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Holz and daughter Eva spent Sunday in Tacoma. J. M. Smith is busy these days cutting wood for the farmers. Mrs. David Anderson is spending a few weeks in Eatonville. Mrs. Smith Graham of Tacoma spent the week end with her husband at the Cascade Camp. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Selle entertained friends at dinner Thursday evening. Several of the young folks of Kapowsin attended the dance at Ashford, Saturday evening. Miss Annie Murphy returned this week from Elbe where she has been staying with her father. Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Kent entertained friends at dinner Saturday evening prior to leaving for their new home in Puyallup. Fred Schuh returned home Wednesday after spending several weeks motoring with his grandfather in Eastern Washington. NEWS FROM SILVER LAKE Those who called at the Nelson home were: John Larson of Ohop and Mrs. Hillberg and daughter, Mrs. Littel. Clarence LeMaster who has been employed in Tacoma returned to his home last week. He will attend High School this winter. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Brock of Tacoma called at the Cottonwood ranch, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Axel Berg left for Soap Lake, Wednesday. Mrs. Hillberg has as her guest this week Mrs. Mary Littel and daughter Ruth of College Place, Wash. and Mrs. Joe Price and sons of Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nelson left Wednesday for Tacoma where Mrs. Nelson will receive medical treatment. Private Chas. Haberland of Camp Lewis, Miss Minnie Conrad and Miss Hope Vance spent Saturday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ellis. Lawrence Ellis spent the week end in Aberdeen. NEWS FROM SWAN LAKE Mrs. Geo. Kreger left Wednesday for Soap Lake where she expects to be for a couple of weeks. B. W. Reeve and Oscar Lowell motored to Kapowsin last Sunday. Chas. Kreger was lightly injured at Royce's Mill last week and is home for a few days. Miss Martha Kjelstad has accepted a position at "School ma'am" at the Swan Lake School. Pg. 6, col. 5 NEWS FROM ELBE Dayton Grabill will leave on Thursday for his home in Toronto, Canada, after spending the summer vacation with his uncle, Dayton Whitney and family. The new bridge crew began work the first of last week on the new construction to be placed over the Nisqually river at the Elbe crossing. Mrs. McCarthy of Pleasant Valley is spending several days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Adam Sachs. Mr. and Mrs. Harve Kellar and family returned home Saturday noon after spending two or three days in Tacoma. Mrs. Darr of Puyallup returning with them. William Whitney of Manton, Michigan, arrived in Elbe Saturday noon where he will visit his brother, Mr. Dayton Whitney and family for the winter. Mr. Henry Lutkins was taken suddenly ill Saturday morning and a Doctor was summoned but developments could not be determined, as yet. A farewell party was given Lloyd Sachs at his home Friday evening. Lloyd left Saturday afternoon for Mississippi where he will train the Aviation Division. He left Tacoma en route Monday morning. Dan Sachs arrived Monday night after spending a few days in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Selle of Kapowsin visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Adam Sachs over Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ed French entertained Mr. French's mother and two children for several days last week.