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  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, May 18, 1917

    <pre>THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, May 18, 1917 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 9/13/03 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. 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 Second Year, No. 39, May 18, 1917 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mrs. Norman J. Bruen returned to Eatonville the first of this week after a two weeks visit in Seattle and Yakima, where she attended the P. T. A. convention as a delegate from Eatonville. Dr. T. S. Long of Ashford was in Eatonville, Monday. He brought a patient to the hospital for an operation. Anna McTee of Tacoma was visiting friends in Eatonville, Sunday. Rolli Potter was visiting relatives in Eatonville, the first of the week. He is employed in Seattle. Dan Sachs of Elbe was an Eatonville visitor Sunday. C. Chamberlain, formerly in the bakery business in Eatonville, was in town the first of the week, as traveling salesman for the Cuddy company, selling "Dutch Cleanser." Pg. 1, col. 2 GLADYS PAGEL PASSES AWAY Gladys E. Pagel, wife of Robert Pagel passed away in Eatonville, Sunday, may 13th after an illness of a few weeks, age 17 years, 10 months and 27 days. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Coombs, residents of this community for the past ten years. She was married to Robert Pagel, Dec. 29th, 1915, a daughter being born to his union, about six weeks ago. The daughter is living and is at present with the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Coombs. The funeral was held, Wednesday from the Methodist Church in Eatonville, of which church Gladys was a member, having joined at the age of 13 years. She was a devout and faithful Christian. Rev. J. W. McCallum, Congregational minister of Oregon City, Or. (uncle by marriage to Gladys) delivered the funeral oration. He made a very able and comforting address touching on the beautiful character of the departed. Rev. G. L. Cuddy, former pastor of the Eatonville M. E. Church spoke of the character of the departed, commenting on the happy home life of the Coombs family and of the ideal Christian life which the departed girl had lead. Rev. C. H. Wood of the local church read the obituary, closing by reading two poems, one of which was composed by J. C. Coombs, grandfather of Gladys Pagel. It follows: Again the circle is broken; A dear one laid to rest, Safe in the arms of Jesus, Safe on his loving breast. And, bye and bye we'll meet her, Upon that Golden Shore, Where all is peace and gladness, And sorrow is no more. Along with bright robed angels, Who, before her the paths have trod; She'll meet a darling sister, Around the throne of God. A male quartet gave a number of selections at the church and at the grave. Six young ladies, friends of the departed, acted as pall bearers. A. W. Merrow had charge of the funeral arrangements. Interment was made in the Eatonville cemetery. Rev. McCallum baptised the baby girl, Ethel Minerva, Thursday, before he left for Oregon. Gladys Coombs Pagel leaves to mourn her loss, besides her husband and daughter, her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Coombs of Eatonville, also her sister, Mrs. Harry Seeley of Spokane, Wash., Ethel, Flora, Edith, Nettie, Laura and Velveta Coombs of Eatonville, and grand-parents Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Coombs of Eatonville, and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Weaver of Tacoma. The sympathy of the community is with the mourners, in the breaking of a happy home circle. TEN DAYS OF RAPID FIRE USED CAR SELLING. May 21st to May 31st, will witness a startling used car sale says E. S. Robinson, manager of Little &amp; Kennedy's used Car Department. A large force of mechanics have been working early and late over hauling and turning out Bugs, Fords, Studebakers and a lot of other makes of cars, preparing for the biggest used car sale ever held in the City of Tacoma. Robinson says every home in Pierce County will know about this sale and he says he has held over some choice bargains in slightly used cars that will open the eyes of customers. &gt;From the inquiries coming in by mail from a coupon run in the classified columns of the papers it looks like the sale will start off with a big days dale Monday, May 21st. Budil and Neikirk are responsible for the reconstructed "Bugs" in the sale, having turned out some classy looking cars within the past week. 1916 and 1917 Studebakers that have only run a few months are included, cars that were turned in for later models; just run far enough to loosen up and get the stiffness out of the engines. Pg. 1, col. 3 NEWS FROM MINERAL Mrs. Strange of Olympia is the guest of her daughter Mrs. J. D. Adamy. Miss Lillie Fleming of Elma was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Matthews a part of this week. Mrs. J. M. Stewart and children leave for Seattle, Thursday, where they will make their home. Friends regret their going but wish them much happiness in their new home. Mrs. J. R. James returned to Reliance, Tuesday to finish the school at that place, as the present teacher is very ill. Mr. and Mrs. James Scott's baby has been quite ill. Mr. and Mrs. Duncanson had as their week end guest little Miss Ellen Adams of Morton. Andrew Swanson died Monday May 15th, of cancer. Interment was made in Mineral Cemetery Tuesday afternoon. Much credit is due the teachers of this district for the excellent May Day program rendered in the Gym, Wednesday May 16th. The following exercises were rendered and much enjoyed: Dance - "Seven Jumps" Flag Drill Dialogue - Flynn School Minuet - Flynn School Pantomime - Pleasant Valley Song - Pleasant Valley Dance - Sailors Hornpipe Operetta - Coming of Spring Address - Mr. F. S. Tompson May Pole Dance Leslie Naugle was the only graduate from Mineral High School this term. Leslie attended the graduation exercises at Randall, Monday and returned a very happy possessor of a diploma. Ed LaChapelle ahs resigned his position with R. S. Wheeler. The Lucky members of the Literary Club who met with the Elbe Club last week, reported a most enjoyable time. The Mineralites say the Elbe Club are certainly congenial and know how to make one feel at home. Wm. Dean is moving his family in the Walrath home on main Street. Wm. Toles will occupy the Dean home. Mrs. Gavin of Portland is visiting her son, James at this place. H. Schmidt who spent the winter in Spokane, returned to Mineral last Saturday. Mr. Schmidt is preparing to open the Mineral Lake Inn for the summer. Wm. Armour and Mrs. Petrofka motored to Tacoma, Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Edmiston, son Edgar, Mel Mills and John Schaefer spent Saturday and Sunday in Rainy Valley. Mrs. A. Nichols returned from Eatonville last week bringing a fine baby girl back with her. Mr. Bean reports that 40 or more, young men registered in this district last year who will come within the Conscription age. Mrs. Geo. Madin and children and Mrs. Walter Pigman left for Ky. Last Saturday. Martin Dyer of Miller and Wilson Camp moved his family into the Blair Home on School Street. Mr. West left Friday for Tacoma where he will enlist for Uncle Sam. Friends regret to hear that Sandy Peterson and family are leaving for Raymond, Wednesday but wish them much success in their new home. Dr. Pratt left Sunday for his home in Seattle. Mrs. J. M. Stewart and children were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Wheeler, Sunday. Continued to col. 4 Miss Hawkins of Elbe was a Mineral visitor Saturday. Mrs. H. Quinn and Mrs. F. Smith leave on the 27th for Wisconsin. Jack Kizer and family left for Michigan, Monday. They will make the trip in their Ford Car. Prof. And Mrs. Wright were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Adamy on Sunday. The recital given in the Gym Tuesday evening by Hildur Levida Lindgren, (SOPRANO) Hattie Edenia Edenholm, (PIANIST) and Ellen Gustafson, (READER) proved to be quite a success. Miss Linde is quite sick of La Grippe. Mrs. Ethel Longmire who is traveling for the Tacoma Building and Loan Association is spending a few days here. Dr. M. C. Hill, dentist, will resume his Mineral professional visits next week. Pg. 1, col. 4 ELBE NEWS NOTES Mrs. Chas. Sensabaugh and daughter also Mr. and Mrs. Ted Borden and two children of national spent Tuesday afternoon as guest of Mrs. Maude Montague, and Mrs. Dayton Whitney. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur May have moved in the cottage across from the post-office and are nicely settled. Lucile Wohlgenant has been quite sick since having the measles and whooping cough, with complications of the two diseases. Friends of John Morris were surprised to hear of his recent marriage and they think he might at least make his appearance to receive the good wished of his acquaintances which they bear him. Mrs. Carl Williamson and Mrs. Dayton Whitney and baby were callers at the home of Mrs. Winters, Tuesday. Mrs. Sachs spent Monday, and Tuesday visiting Miss McDade who has been quite ill for some time. Miss Hawkins was called to Mineral, Thursday to the home of Mrs. J. Scott whose baby is very ill, Miss Hawkins returned home Thursday evening. Ella and Baby Whitney were on the sick list the past week. Mrs. Ford Phelps and daughter of National are visiting her mother, Mrs. P. C. Lambert for several days this week. Supt. H. R. Cox visited Elbe School Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. OLD PIONEER TAKEN Ole Hoem passed away at his home in Pleasant Valley, Tuesday morning May 15th at 7 o'clock, age 74 years, 4 months and 17 days. Mr. Hoems was born in Norway, Jan 28th, 1843, and came to settle on his ranch in Pleasant Valley about 25 years ago, undergoing the many hardships of the unsettled country at that time, and built up a splendid home to rear his family in. He leaves a companion who will miss him in her declining years and three sons, Alfred, John, and Chas. His oldest son Ed Hoems passed away last fall. Funeral services will be held at the Presbyterian Church at Mineral Thursday at 1 o'clock P. M. Rev. Pamment officiating. Interment in Mineral Cemetery. Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Killian are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lutkins. Mr. Walter and Clark Edwards of Seattle visited their cousin, Mrs. Pearl Engel last week, making the trip in their new Maxwell. Friday evening the school will hold their graduation and last day of school exercises in the School Gymnasium. Ellen Kellar was quite sick lat Wednesday and Thursday. It is an abominable thing for a man to commend himself. Pg. 1, col. 5 OLD PIONEER IS CALLED Ole J. Hoem passed away at his home in Pleasant Valley, Tuesday morning May 15th, of Cerebral hemorrhage after a lingering illness. He was born in Christiansand Norway, Jan. 26th, 1843, coming to this country in 1866. He lived in Iowa 10 years, and in the state of Washington for the past 28 years, residing in Pleasant Valley since 1891, taking up a "homestead" there at that time. He followed an Indian trail from Elbe, crossing the river on a fallen tree. He afterwards carried in on his back some of his household goods, such as a stove and a sewing machine, by pieces from Tacoma, and installed the same in a small house which he has previously prepared. He was a very energetic and prosperous farmer, and soon outgrew his small abode and replaced it by a substantial house of modern type. He was a genial companion and a good citizen, always having a cheerful work and pleasant smile for all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. He leaves to mourn his loss his widow Regina B. Hoem, three sons, Alfred, john and Charles and one daughter Mrs. Overdea Rogers all residing at Pleasant Valley. The funeral cortege left the family residence at 12:30 o'clock, Thursday for Mineral, where services were held at the church, under the direction of A. W. Merrow, undertaker from Eatonville. Rev. Pamment, officiating. Appropriate music was nicely rendered by the church choir. The acting pall bearers were: Richard Luden, Herman Ahlstrand, August Ahlstrand, Charles Lutkins, john Naugle and Fred Romanesko. Interment was in Mineral Cemetery. Pg. 1, col. 6 NEWS FROM ALDER What was one of the most sociable events of the season was the birthday party given at Hotel Alder last Saturday night in honor of Mrs. Glen parks. Dancing and playing cards were the principal events of the evening. At eleven o'clock Ice-cream and cake was served. Nearly everybody in the community were present and all enjoyed an excellent time. The Annex Logging Company started shipping logs the first of the week. The Nisqually Shingle Company is now running full blast. They contemplate starting a night shift in view of the present market on shingles. A big baby girl was born to Mrs. O'Connel a few weeks ago. Both baby and mother are getting along nicely. If only the roads were in a condition so that motor cyclists could use it without the fear of taking a spill, Clarence Davidson would then be consuming a supply of gasoline. President Fred G. Hodgins of the Novita Club anticipates a large attendance at their dance Saturday night. Harry Davidson went to Tacoma, Saturday on important business. L. Houghton Sup't. of the Reliance Lumber co. is now the owner of a new Cole 8 Machine. He made his first trip in it Sunday. A. M. Perkins went to Tacoma on Saturday to visit friends. Mr. and Mrs. Claud Graham went to Parkland last week to visit with the former's mother, Mrs. Robbins. H. J. Johnson, agent for the Tacoma Eastern Railway, was called to Minneapolis, Minn. Where his father is seriously ill. During his absence A. S. Cooper, formerly agent for the C. P. R. at Sask, Canada, is relieving Mr. Johnson here. G. W. Tatro of Kapowsin was a visitor her last Sunday. Hans Christenson and J. M. Toney participated in a foot race one day last week, Hans coming out victor. Hank Geirtz has rented the Davidson place and will start at once putting it under cultivation. N. C. Jensen says he has the Miller farm in charge. He has been trying to find someone to rent it but without avail. There are several acres of cleared land on the place. With the present shortage of foods, it would seem that someone ought to rent it as the rent that is asked is not unreasonable. Every effort is made by the farmers of this community to cultivate as much land as possible. Although weather conditions are not favorable, yet quite a few of the farmers have already put in most of their crops. Mrs. Wm. Montgall and her daughter Ida, and Leslie Keyser were visitors in Alder, Sunday. Leslie Keyser is now working for the Dupont Powder Co. and Dupont. Mrs. Richard Kruse was a visitor at the Annex Camp Thursday. Henry Hollenbeck, for many years a resident of Alder, left the first of the week for Elbe where he will be employed by the Elbe Shingle Company. Mrs. Lafe Martin of Everett arrived the first of the week to join her husband who is employed by the Nisqually Shingle Co. John Hotes left Thursday for Wenatchee where he will reside for the summer. He has been a victim of inflammatory rheumatism and a change of climate might prove to his benefit. Elmer Suderburg is now busy on the ranch. Mrs. Frank Criswell is reported of getting along quite well. She is at Tacoma where she has been for the past several months. Pg. 2, col. 1 A SUGGESTION TO TACOMANS When the mountain would not come to Mahomet, Mahomet went to the mountain. If you cannot get Rainier named Tacoma why not re-christen Tacoma, Rainier? This would teach Seattle that there is more than one way to skin a dog, as Caesar one remarked to Brutus. Auburn Globe Republican. TO PATRONS OF THE EATONVILLE LIGHT AND WATER DEPARTMENT NOTICE OF CHANGE IN THE TIME OF COLLECTIONS Beginning with the month of June the office of the Town Clerk will be open for the collection of Light and Water rents from the 10th to the 14th inclusive. The office will be open, daily, from 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. and from 3 P. M. to 5 P. M. Evenings from 7 P. M. to 8 P. M. The collection period has been advanced into the month as a matter of convenience to the patrons while the days and hours have been reduced as a matter of economy to the Town. Town Clerk. NOTICE TO STOCK OWNERS Attention is respectfully called to all owners of stock to the prevision of Ordinance No. 28, of the Town of Eatonville which provides "That all cattle and horses be kept from running at large between the hours of 7:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. Beginning at 7:00 P.M. Monday may 21st 1917 this Ordinance will be strictly enforced. Parties troubled by stock after the above hour will confer a favor by notifying the owner thereof. The trouble can always be relieved by phoning 46 R 4. Pg. 2, col. 2 &amp; 3 SILVER LAKE NEWS Alfred nelson spent Wednesday and Thursday in Tacoma. Chas. Haberland and Frank Ellis spent Friday at Roy. The Athletic program and picnic given at the Silver Lake School, Friday was well attended in spite of the rain. Four schools were represented; Edgerton of Ohop, Rainier of Stringtown, Swan Lake of Swan Lake, and the Silver Lake school. Swan Lake took the lead in athletics. Mrs. Ed Reiter and Mrs. Essman of Mud Lake called on Mrs. Axel Berg, on Friday. Mrs. Minnie Hopkins of Auburn is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Krones. Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Hillberg and Mrs. Chas. Wing visited with Mr. and Mrs. Peter Assmussen, Sunday, the occasion being Mr. and Mrs. Assmussen's 30th wedding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wesserling and family spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Frank McTee. Frank Krones took a load of young folks to the dance at the Grange Hall Saturday evening. Chas. Haberland left for Tacoma, Sunday where he will be employed at one of the mills there. Mr. and Mrs. Nels Asplund were shopping in Tacoma on Saturday. Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon returned home Sunday from Tacoma after spending a week with friends and relatives. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Krones, May 15th a 10 lb. boy, both mother and son are doing well. Mrs. George Kreger who has been ill for some time had another bad attack, Sunday. Dr. Bridge is attending her. Jim Boyd of Tacoma called on Chas. Haberland last week. Mr. and Mrs. Hanna and family and Mr. Yurpurry of Tacoma spent Sunday at the Raddue home. Don't forget the "Pie Social" at the Silver Lake Hall, Saturday evening, May 19th. Pg. 2, col. 3 &amp; 4 MUD LAKE NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Ed Reiter and family and Mr. and Mrs. Esman and family attended the track meet at Silver Lake, Friday. Silver Lake, Swan Lake, Rainier and Edgerton schools participating. Both miss Reiter and Ed Jr. "brought home the bacon." Miss Reiter winning from the boys of all four schools in the high jumps. Messrs. Jake and Henry Jr. Nachtingale motored to Eatonville, Saturday. Grandma Hogansen has recovered from her rheumatism and was able to spend Thursday with Mrs. Esman. James Jensen drove to Eatonville Wednesday. Hazel Reiter and Ed Jr. spent several days with their grandmother Mrs. Geo. Kreger at Kreger lake this week. Mrs. Kreger is quite ill again, suffering from heart disease. Carl Hogansen drove to Kapowsin for some live stock, Wednesday. A. B. Conrad of Clear Lake was a caller in Mud Lake, Tuesday. Mr. Conrad says he shot some big bear here long ago. We might add he'd have to go some to get a bear-lining here now. Mr. and Mrs. Guske had as their guests on Sunday evening, Mr. and Mrs. Reiter. Mud Lakers are almost hilarious now. The Tidewater Logging Company's camp will soon be located on the western shores of Mud Lake. They are rushing a logging spur through between Esman's and Jensen's. Perhaps after they have started operating we will cease to be hilarious, like a great many others who look over their shattered domains, and growl about the lumber business, and want to rent their farms. Some, there are, who wonder why nature created the dandelion, don't you know, they were made to gladden the hearts of little children, who wander through the meadows. They can satisfy their longing to gather posies, for the more they gather the more appear. Mud Lake is in truth the home of the little children. One little tot gathered a great bouquet of dandelions, the stems of which measured fourteen inches in length and the flowers, like great golden asters measured three inches across. Pg. 2, col. 3 &amp; 4 MINERAL LAKE INN, POPULAR RESORT, OPENED MAY 12, 1917 (picture) Henry Schmidt, of the Mineral lake Inn, opened that popular resort on the 12th of this month. This place has long been recognized as one of the best places on the Tacoma Eastern for travelers and tourists. Mr. Schmidt contemplates making a number of improvements, believing that he will have a good patronage this summer. Pg. 2, co. 4 ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEWS E. J. McNeilley of the Eatonville Lumber Company was in Eatonville, Tuesday. Mr. Lawrence Lyon of Roy, spent Sunday and Monday at the Parkins home. Mr. and Mrs. Brady Layman of Toppenish, Wash., Mrs. Geo. Primley of Sumner, and Mrs. Minnie Wood of Sumner spent Saturday afternoon at the C. O. Jackson home. Orval Smith entertained a few of his little friends on his 7th, birthday, May 11th. Games were played, after which dainty refreshments were served, those present were: Harold and Glenn Sweeney, Edward, Eugene and Angie Smith, Elsie Martin, Katherine Smith, Adrian Fredricksen, Lawrence and Opal Kipper, William and Graydon Smith. The ladies present were: Mrs. J. Perry, Mrs. Bert Martin, Mrs. Nat. Smith, Mrs. J. Kipper, Mrs. Carrie Martin, Mrs. Brown Smith, Mrs. Fred Kipper and Mrs. L. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Lyons and Seargent Holroyd were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Parkins on Sunday. Mrs. Lena Rowland of Cosmopolis, Wash., is visiting her mother, Mrs. O. Calloway, for a few days. Harold Pravitz is home visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Pravitz this week. Sam Cowell and Dan Sachs were Eatonville callers, Sunday. Mr. Chas. Williams of Seattle was the guest of Helen Parkins, Saturday. People are wondering where many of our business men were last Saturday night, especially Dr. Hill. Anna McTee of Tacoma was the guest of Helen Wilson over Sunday. Pg. 2, col. 5 &amp; 6 NEWS FROM CLAY CITY Mr. Charles Paulson attended the initiation of the Scottish Rites in Olympia last week. Mrs. Elliott and a party of friends from Tacoma were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Elliott in Clay City, Sunday. Miss Doris Arkinstol spent the week end in Clay City with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey and family visited relatives and friends in Seattle over Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Danley attended the dance in Kapowsin Saturday evening. Mrs. F. E. Donnelly entertained at a delightful six course dinner Sunday. The occasion being in honor of Mr. Donnelly's birthday. The invited guests included; Mr. and Mrs. Eaton and Son Kirkwood of Tacoma, Mr. and Mrs. Short and family of Puyallup and Mrs. Anna Donnelly of Tacoma. Mrs. Durant of Long Branch is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Marshall Danforth. Dr. Bridge was in Clay City, Tuesday. Pete LaRosa who has been employed at the Far West Clay Factory for about four years, left Tuesday for Missoula, Montana. Mr. Craig has gone to Tacoma on business. Mrs. Blankenship was shopping in Eatonville, Wednesday. Pg. 3, col. 4 LOCAL AND PERSONAL Leon McElravy of Port Angeles, spent last week in Eatonville visiting some of his old friends. The latter part of the week he left for Mineral where he is going to go to work in a shingle mill. Several of the teachers made a business trip to Tacoma, last Friday. Second game of the Season was played last Sunday between the Whites and the Japs on the local diamond. Both teams having gotten in better shape by adding a few new players made the game more interesting. Home run Smithy and Nettleton made very good drives. Williams and Calloway were the batteries for the Whites while Hamo and Yamato were the batteries for the Japs. The score was 40 some odd to 1 in favor of the Whites. Another game will be played in the near future. Art Palmer and Chas. McDonald took a fishing trip last week up in the mountain hills. They fished in most all of the creeks in that part of the country and reported having a splendid time. Chas. McDonald made a trip to Tacoma, last Saturday on business. Mrs. W. Peterson and Mrs. C. Kreger of Swan Lake were Eatonville visitors, Tuesday. Morris Calloway has been on the sick list this week. Mrs. Sandmire and daughter Bobbie left for LaGrande on Monday. They will work at the Canyada Lodge. Mrs. LaBreche, entertained at Auction Bridge, Thursday, May 17th. Mrs. Pravitz, had high score. P. T. A. meets Tuesday afternoon, officers will be elected them. A Tacoma woman will be here to speak. She represents the Service League, Mrs. C. H. Wood will be chairman of the meeting. Thursday evening at 8 o'clock reports of delegates of P. T. A. to State Convention will be received at high school, also exhibition of industrial exhibits. Mr. and Mrs. Van Bevers, miss Hazel Van Bevers and Mr. Carl Van Bevers were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Geiger, Wednesday evening. The boy Scouts, on Monday mobilized with spades and forks to break ground in their initial farming operations. An idle garden plot was spaded up and spuds will be planted. "Go thou and do likewise." (Tune-Tenting To-night) "Planting to-night, planting to-night, Planting in the old back yard." Pg. 3, col. 5 CLEAR LAKE NEWS A number of young folks from here motored to the Grange, Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Wm McCutcheon and Mrs. Larry Smith visited at J. N. Fredericksen's, Monday. Minnie Jensen visited at Mountain View Farm on Sunday. Mrs. G. V. Golden spent several days in Eatonville last week. Mrs. Inez Fredricksen and son Adrian of Eatonville were week-end guests at Cedar Grove. The Clear Lake School term will close the 28th of May. A program and picnic will be held at the school house on Sunday, the 27th of May. Alfred Brewer and Dewey Fredericksen were fishing in Clear Lake, early Sunday morning. Mrs. Anton Jensen and Mrs. Russel visited with Mrs. A. Conrad, Thursday. Pg. 3, col. 6 BENSTON NEWS The ladies Aid met at the home of Mrs. F. E. Lipke, Thursday. Those present were: Mesdames Schmidt, Furro, Morgan, Lindall, Anderson, Gund and the hostess. Refreshments were served. Mrs. E. Morgan was a Kapowsin caller on last Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. James entertained friends from Tacoma on Thursday. Mr. J. Anderson and Albert Barbezat made a business trip to Tacoma, Monday. Mrs. Walter Dickenson entertained at dinner, Sunday, her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. C. Wilson and Mr. Elhart. Mrs. Barbezat has as her guest for the week, he sister-in-law Miss Hanna Barbazet of Bellingham. Mrs. Carl Lipke entertained on Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Fred Miller and Mr. and Mrs. C. Ranchler all of Tacoma, the occasion being grandpa Lipke's 89th birthday. Pg. 4, cols 1-6 half the page advertisement LEE TIRES, REGULAR AND PUNCTURE-PROOF CONSTRUCTION are economical tires for motorists to use. LEE REGULAR TIRES, are guaranteed for 4,000 miles without a PUNCTURE. LEE PUNCTURE-PROOF TIRES are guaranteed for 5,000 miles without a PUNCTURE. We make all adjustments. We do all kinds of vulcanizing. We also have several used Fords for sale on Easy Terms. UNIVERSAL MOTOR COMPANY, Leslie Kipper, Manager, Eatonville, Wash. Pg. 4 col. 3 NATIONAL NEWS Mr. Ford Phelps and daughter are visiting relatives in Elbe this week. Mr. L. J. Rexroth made a business trip to Tacoma over the week end. Sam Manning and John Brady were in Lindberg on business last Wednesday. Mr. W. H. McKenistry, father of Mrs. Demorest is in national for the summer in hopes that it will benefit his health. C. R. Workman was an Eatonville visitor this week. Geo. Manning was in Olympia on business Monday. Mrs. S. A. Manning and Mrs. T. H. Long were Tacoma visitors, last Saturday. Elmer Frazier left national on Monday for Tacoma. Pg. 4, col. 4 ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEWS Frank Mann spent Sunday, in Tacoma with relatives. The home of H. Kendle of Ohop was destroyed by fire Sturday night, May 5th. The house was a 2 story frame building with basement, valued at $3800. It was insured for $2500 and the furniture for $300. Art Palmer has gone to work for the Powell Poole logging company at Alder. C. R. Workman of National was in Eatonville, Sunday where he underwent a slight operation. </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Mar 1, 1918

    <pre>THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Mar 1, 1918 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 01/30/04 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. 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. 29, March 1, 1918 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL For Sale Cheap-A 6 room house chicken house, wood shed and barn on two lots; all fenced. Terms or cash. Apply at Sabourin's Barber Shop. Beginning March 5th, School District No. 73 will dispose of surplus Leghorn and other hens at the regular market price. First come, first served. Chas. C. Biggs, District Clerk. For Sale-8 ten-gallon used milk cans, good as new; Price, $5.00 each. Phone 29 F 5. Hans Christensen, Box 95 R 1. For Sale-A 7 room house, barn and wood shed on two lots, well improved; 3 acres, partly improved. 1 lot with business building, and improvements, inquire, C. A. Nettleton. Lost:--A small black pig, about 6 weeks old. Notify Mrs. D. W. Amrine, Eatonville. Leslie Kipper and Company delivered a new Ford truck to the town of Eatonville this week. The truck will be used for repairing streets, walks, and bridges and in beautifying the city. It will take the place of numerous teams and wagons which have been hired to do town work in times past. Mrs. Chas. Boucher of Alder and Mrs. Ellis Hillberg of Eatonville, R. F. D. are members of the T. and E. Fair premium committee. Their names were inadvertently omitted from these columns in a recent issue of the Dispatch, in connection with special premium work. N. H. Larson of Tacoma has purchased the stock of jewelry, silver ware and etc. From Mrs. A. Hearn, and will conduct the business the same as before with a large stock of new goods added. Mr. Larson expects to be ready for business, the early part of next week. A meeting of the superintendents will meet in the Eatonville High School, Thursday evening march 7th, at 8:00 p.m. It is very important for all to be present as important maters will be discussed and this will be the only meeting until Fall. NEWS FROM MINERAL Mrs. Rex Ross returned to her home, Thursday after a two weeks visit with her parents, in Seattle. Mrs. W. Toles took her daughter to the Eatonville Hospital Saturday for treatment for an ulcerated tooth. Mrs. A. Hareid of Morton, spent the week end at the R. C. Wheeler home. Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Pankey went to Tacoma, Friday to meet the former's sister. Miss Clara Everton spent the week end in Seattle with her parents. Joe Seymour who is stationed at Bremerton spent Sunday with home folks. Mrs. B. Anthony has accepted the position as central girl. Robert Matthews made a business trip to Seattle, Monday. Mrs. W. Miller spent the week end in Tacoma and Seattle. Mrs. W. Dean and daughter returned home Thursday after a month's visit in Seattle and Everett. G. A. Sallstrom of National spent the week end with his wife and daughter of Mineral. Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Wheeler motored to Morton, Sunday. Mrs. Osborn of Morton spent the week end at the L. I. Walrath home. Mr. and Mrs. Randles moved in the cottage vacated by the Gavins. Mrs. R. Matthews and Mrs. C. Gilbert were Tacoma visitors the past week. M. L. Wood is on the sick list with La Grippe. Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Sallstrom and daughter, Arvilla and Mr. and Mrs. M. Harris and son, Martin motored to National, Sunday, spending the day with Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Wood. Under the auspices of the Red Cross Society another highly successful dance was given at the Gym, Saturday evening, February 23rd. Pg. 1, col. 3 OUR SCHOOLS ITEMS FROM THE GRADES PROGRAM 5 &amp; 8 GRADES Friday, February 22 1. Song, "America" by all. 2. Paper, "George Washington" -Noreen Norwood. 3. "Maxims of Washington and Lincoln"-by all. 4. Debate, "Resolved, that Washington was a greater man than Lincoln." Aff. Ivan Lane and Dale Leake; Neg. Denswell Christensen and Lloyd James. 5. Recitation, "The Schoolhouse and the Flag"-Lloyd Leak. 6. Reading "Pres. Wilson's Proclamation to the School Children of the United State."- Don Lyon. 7. Recitation, -- "A Prayer for the Nation," - Mae Sabourin. (as a Red Cross nurse.) 8. Motion made, seconded, and carried to send notice to Sup't Cox that the Eatonville schools are "Red Cross schools." 9. Salute to the flag, and pledge of allegiance. -by all. 10. Song, "Star Spangled Banner," -by all. The Junior Red Cross meets every Wednesday after school in the sewing room, under the direction of Miss Meyers, assisted by the various teachers. Yesterday's attendance was good, but we hope for a constantly increasing attendance at the future meetings. Hot lunches are served in the Cafeteria at the High School. Children can obtain a hot dish for 3 cents to eat along with lunch brought from home. They can also buy a dessert for 3 cents, and sandwiches for 5 cents. Miss Browning and Mrs. Jacobson from Seattle were weekend guests of Miss Jewel Jacobson. In our baseball game of spelling last Friday, the 3rd &amp; 4th grade girls defeated the boys by a score of nine to eight. Last Tuesday only one word in written spelling for the whole room was misspelled, that being the troublesome word, "believe." The Farmers' Institute was very interesting to most of the pupils. By the attendance we believe we have many to-be farmers among us. "Finnigan Ball" at the Redman hall, Saturday night March 16th. Pg. 1, col. 4 KAPOWSIN NEWS The Farmers' School and Home Economics Institute which was held at the Kapowsin School on the 25, and 26 of February proved a good success and the attendance of representative farmers from this vicinity showed that the institution was appreciated and was wanted. During the two days there was given, by prominent professors from the State agriculture college of Pullman, twelve forty-five minute lectures dealing with the following subjects: soil improvements; soil fertility; crop production; dairy heard improvement; milk production; feed and feeding the farm flock; housing the hen; the chick; egg production farm management; and the home garden. The home economics division included two half day lectures and practical demonstrations of war substitutes. The average attendance at each lecture was 55 adults. The interest in the subjects treated was evenly divided with probably a little favoritism shown to those subjects treating with the soil directly. The institute was under the leadership of Mr. C. E. Cole, Pierce County Agriculture Agent, who expressed himself well satisfied with the support given. CHARLES JUSTUS WRITES FROM FRANCE Mrs. Lydia Justus of Lind, Wash., formerly of Elbe writes the Dispatch editor that she has received a letter from her boy, Charles who is now with the U. S. forces in France. Mrs. Justus says, "I am glad that my son remembers me. He writes promptly. Christmas was the first in 24 years that we were not together so I miss him but am glad to say I gave him up for some purpose." Charles enlisted in the Marines last April. His mother has sent a copy of a recent letter from him, to the Dispatch for publication, thinking that his friends in this section would be pleased to hear from him. The letter follows: "Dear Mother:--I am not permitted to say where I am, but I feel fine and happy, plenty to eat and a good place to sleep and all the clothes I want to wear. "I am saving my money. I have $150 saved already. We won't be able to get our mail very often so when you write, you write a long letter and tell me all about everything. "Some of the boys were seasick but will gladly say that myself as well as many others were not. I don't need that sweater for some time. If I take it now I will have to carry it along with me. I have all I want to carry. Write soon as you get this so as not to delay the time here. It may take a month or more to get your letter. "I went down to visit my uncle in Virginia when I was at _______Va. drilling. I had a short visit at the old home place. I went to the old school house where I first went to school, a little boy, I cut my name on a beech tree and it was there just as plain as ever. I certainly enjoyed myself for three days. "Christmas all of the boys got a scoop of tobacco and toilet articles. They were pleased to get them. Nothing does a soldier more good than a letter from home. You are the only one that I get letters from and my sister." Charles Justus. Note" Mr. Justus would like to have letters from his friends and sends his address asking that his mother have the Dispatch publish his address. His address is 36th Co., 9th Regt., U. S. M. C. care Postmaster, New York City. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Olaf Overlie, a nine pound baby girl, on February 20th. Pg. 1, col. 5 SILVER LAKE NEWS Office of Supply Officer. 116 Train Headquarters and Military police. A. E. F. France, Jan. 20, 1918. My dear Mother: Well today is Sunday so I thought I would write you a few more lines to let you know that I am getting along fine and dandy, and that I like the work better every day. This leaves me feeling fine and hope that you and Dad, and Al are all well. This wind is blowing a little today, but it is not very cold just now, but then you never can tell when it is liable to change, have had a little snow just enough to remind a fellow that winter is still here, but it will not be long now before we will have Miss Spring with us again. You ought to see the stores over here, they have the funniest little stores in some of the towns that you ever saw, everything mixed up together, and you go around and when you see something that you want to buy, just pick it up and say Franc, and the storekeeper shoots the price at you like a gattling gun, just as soon as I have time will send you a few little things that we are allowed to send home as they have made a new ruling on what to send and what not to send. Excuse me for a few minutes as I hear mess call so I think I had better grab my mess kit and get into line for something to eat, well am back again, had a fine dinner, here's what we had, war bread, mashed potatoes, beef stew, boiled onions, coffee and sugar, what more would you want, and cooked to a Queen's taste, am getting so fat, will have to buy some larger clothes, ha ha ha. Oh, yes Kolstad is still mess sergeant, and cranky as all Swedes are, but as he is such a good mess sergeant we like him so much better for being cranky once in a while. Have not heard from Mrs. Lang for quite a while so I think I will write her a few lines this afternoon and tell her I am still alive. Your loving son, George H. Nelson. Miss Anna Larson and Fred Hendrickson spent Sunday with Miss Hammer. Miss Mildred Steere and Miss Hope Vance of Eatonville spent the week end at the Ellis home. Miss May Krones of Tacoma spent the week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Krones. Mrs. Nels Aspelund spent Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. Herman Anderson at Ohop. Mrs. Wessenberg visited with Mr. and Mrs. John Jensen Thursday. The Silver Lake Sewing Club met with Mrs. Geisey of Stringtown, Thursday. There were 22 ladies present and a very enjoyable afternoon was had by all and a dainty luncheon was served by the hostess. Mr. George Kregor has purchased a Ford car. Kelmar LeMaster Jr. is spending the week in Tacoma with his grandmother. The program given by the Silver Lake Sewing Club was well attended. The program follows: Instrumental music by Velma LeMaster; Song "America" by the Guske children; Instrumental music by Miss Doris Reeve; Song "Yankee Doodle," by the Swan Lake School children; A play "The Shadows" with the following in the cast: Mrs. Barney Reeve; Mrs. LeMaster; Mrs. Marshell Harris; Mrs. Bob Kregor; Grant Johnson and Bob Hillberg. Song, "Dixie" by the Ellis quartette; a play, "Mirandy's Minstrels," by the Club. Continued to col. 6 A play, "Mrs. Black's Pink Tea," by the club. A war luncheon was served and plates were laid for 160. Pg. 1, col. 6 ELECT THREE DIRECTORS SATURDAY Eatonville School district no. 73 elects three directors, Saturday. Election will be held at the gymnasium. Polls will be open from 1 to 8 p.m. Candidates are: 3 year term; Mrs. E. Bruen, H. N. Greene; 2 year term, Chas. Jackson, A. U. Fairbairn; 1 year term, Chas. Biggs, F. S. Steere. The campaign is quiet. None of the candidates issue any statements. Quite a number of people expect the editor of the Dispatch to get wild and tear his hair and froth at the mouth. To tell the truth I believe in the rule of the majority as expressed by their vote. After election I believe in the rule of the directors. I am not in favor of the rule of long haired men and short haired women. All the candidates are representative people of this community and are entitled to the support of every citizen after election to office. There is no question in my mind but that each and every candidate seeks the office with the idea that he will serve the community honestly with the welfare of the children as a sacred trust. Other thoughts are out of place. A campaign of lies and deceit is sure to blacken the character of your future directors. An incident that cannot be overlooked is the fact that this district's tax levy is the highest in Pierce County, twice as high as Tacoma's levy. Binding economy is not necessary to a district as rich as ours, but reason would advise that we get down to earth. The school buildings are adequate without further proposed construction, such as the open air skating rink, etc. let us start paying for what we have. These are suggestions that candidates should bear in mind as well as voters. 9 JOIN ODD FELLOWS The Odd Fellows lodge of Eatonville is increasing it's membership in a campaign which was initiated a short time ago. The East Tacoma odd Fellow's lodge put on the first degree work last Friday night and Eatonville lodge joined with them. Those who were initiated from Eatonville, were: Chas. O. Jackson, Luther Wright, Dr. Wiseman, E. A. Skewis, Fred Matheny, Grover Jacobs, Harry James, John Eisenschmidt, Fred Hendricksen. Among local odd Fellows who helped to start the candidates on the road to Jericho were: Mr. Kipper, Sr., Leslie Kipper, H. O. Morgan, Dahl Stidham, Nels Christensen. A marriage license was issued to Howard Crate and Thelma Ohneck at Tacoma last week. The parties gave their address as Spanaway. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Anderson returned to their home in Eatonville last Thursday, from Tacoma. They have been away since the middle of last summer. Mr. and Mrs. William McCutcheon arrived in Eatonville last week from California after touring that state for several weeks. They are not decided as to where they will locate as they did not find California to their liking. For Sale-20 Barred Rock hens. Mrs. L. D. Vaughn or Dispatch office for particulars. Pg. 4, col. 4 NEWS FROM BENSTON One of the most elaborate programs of the winter was given at the Benston School, Saturday evening Feb. 23rd. it was a monthly meeting of the improvement Club. The program consisted of songs, recitations, selections by the orchestra, and speaking by Prof. Lyon of Eatonville, Prof. Kent and W. Schuh of Kapowsin. Eight young people from the Lincoln high school sang solos which were greatly enjoyed by all. There also was a large crowd from Eatonville. After the program, cake, coffee and sandwiches were served to all present. It is the wish of the Benston ladies who helped serving that all were equally served. Mr. Earl Elhart went to Tacoma and Sumner, Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Cooper of Tacoma attended the program here last Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. G. Lindall were unable to attend the program Saturday night on account to sickness. Mrs. Anna Lindenau of Spanaway is spending the week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Lipke. Mr. Albert Barbezat is visiting his parents at Ferndale, Wash. for a week. Mrs. Barbezat, Blanche and Helen Barbezat called on Mrs. Furro, Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Elhard and son, Arthur called at the home of F. E. Lipke, Sunday afternoon. The Misses Alice Furro and Stella Pieklick of Tacoma spent Sunday at their homes here. Mr. and Mrs. Prof. Kimbal had as their guest over the week end, Mrs. Kimbal's mother and sister of Seattle. Mr. James and Mr. Barbezat made a business trip to Tacoma Thursday. </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, January 12, 1917

    <pre>THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, January 12, 1917 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 6/28/03 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. 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, January 12, 1917 Volume 2, Number 21 Pg. 1, col. 1 Mrs. Charles Jaensch was shopping in Eatonville, Wednesday. Mr. Charles Paulsen who has made his home in Eatonville for the past six months left ofr Tacoma the first of the week. C. J. Johnson, tie-inspector for the Milwaukee, is spending several days in Eatonville. The Milwaukee road has purchased over fifty cars of ties from the Eatonville Lumber company, and is hauling them out this week. John Larson transacted business in Eatonville, Wednesday. Jack Thomas who has spent several weeks in Eatonville left for Tidewater, Monday. Ed Reiter of Mud Lake is working on the road near Eatonville. E. Selle who has been working for the Eatonville Lumber company will spend a few days at his home in Long Branch. Frank Hetzler, who is employed at LaGrande was in Eatonville, Wednesday. John Hotes of Alder, returned to Eatonville, this week. He has been quite ill for several weeks, suffering with measles and rheumatism. Richard Canty is employed at LaGrande on the construction of the Nitrogen plant. Will Howard is using his ford car to carry workmen to LaGrande between that place and Eatonville. Sid Potter, E. R. Bartlett and J. G. Eisenschmidt make the trip with him. They are employed on the building of the nitrates plant. George Carleton who has been afflicted with muscular and inflammatory rheumatism for the past five or six months left for southern California, Monday, where he expects to regain his health, due to the change of climate. Mrs. Carleton will follow shortly. Mr. Carleton has been connected with the office of the Eatonville Lumber company. Among those who attended the parent Teachers' meeting Tuesday, from Alder were Mrs. Mae Hotes, Mrs. I. Q. Freese, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Duke, Mrs. Johnson, Mr. G. W. Scurlock, Mrs. Edna Shepard, Frank Bettin, Mary Kellogg, Prof. Edison Rathbone, Oscar Roller. Mrs. Nora Parsons of National visited Mrs. G. W. Scurlock in Eatonville, Wednesday. FOR SALE-Petaluma incubator, $10, good condition. 175 eggs. Geo. Sabourin, Eatonville. Adv. No 21 tf. Fred Matheny has purchased a new Ford car to replace his Metz car on the rural mail route out of Eatonville. Mr. R. W. Coombs is moving a house for Dr. Bridge this week. Mr. Charles Rice of Seattle is stopping at the Snow hotel. He is buying hides (of animals). Pg. 1, col. 2 NEW COUNCIL TAKES OFFICE Eatonville's new council was installed in office Tuesday night, Jan. 9th. The council is now composed of the following: A. U. Fairbairn, T. Stephens, R. Marti, Leslie Kipper and R. W. Coombs. Norman J. Bruen is treasurer, re-elected at the last election. The clerk's December report was read and accepted. The clerk's annual report was then read and accepted. The report shows that the indebtedness of Eatonville has been reduced during the year 1916 by $4,000. The council discussed the matter of extending the light line south on Washington Avenue from Groe Street. This was laid over until the next meeting. The following bills were presented and ordered paid: H. N. Greene, supplies $22.00; N. J. Bruen, treasurer com. $13.36; Eatonville Dispatch, printing, $3.50; Tacoma, light current, $6.40. ASHFORD A. C. - 26, EATONVILLE HI - 21 The Eatonville high school was defeated Jan. 5th, in Eatonville in a game of basket ball by the Ashford Athletic Club, score 26 to 21. The game was fast and rough, many fouls being called on each team. The game was featured by the foul shooting of Glover for Ashford and Nettleton of Eatonville also did good work in this line. The Eatonville guards did effective work against the fast Ashford forwards. Elmlund for Eatonville failed to shoot field goals up to his usual form. The line-up for Ashford was: G. Borden, R. F.; Winston, L. F.; Hewitt, C; Glover, R. G.; Anderson, L. G. The line-up for Eatonville: H. Elmlund, R. F.; Nettleton, L. F.; F. Mensik, C; VanEaton, R. G.; H. Mensik, L. G. Substitutes for Ashford, A. Borden. Substitutes for Eatonville were, F. Peterson, M. Kjelstad, E. Jacobsen. Referee, C. H. Wood. Timekeeper, Harvey Wheeler and score- keeper, John Kruger. PARENT TEACHERS HAVE ALL DAY MEETING The Parent Teachers' Association held an all day meeting, Tuesday, January 9. Dinner was served to the out of town guests. Fifty-seven were present at the dinner. Mr. John Lewtas made a talk to the high school and parents at 11 a.m. The program for the afternoon consisted of the following: Recitation - by a first grader. Duet - Mr. Beardsley and Miss Dana. "Gleanings from Institute" - Miss Murdoch and Miss Johnson. Mr. Lewtas also made a talk at the afternoon session. GIVE TILLICUM PARTY Mr. and Mrs. Norman J. Bruen gave a very successful party to the Tillicum Club, Saturday evening Jan. 6. Various games were played and refreshments were served. Those present were the Misses Helen Parkins, Jessie Wingard, Carrie Nagley, Dorothy Brantner, Alberta Brantner, Leona Engle, Emma Coffman, Eva Johnson, Aileen Guptil, and the Messrs. Ed. Christensen, Clarence Williams, William Howard, Lawrence Fairbairn, Harry Elmlund, George Moen, Earl Pravitz, Fred Chamberlain, Ward Nettleton. BRIDGE CLUB MEETS The Auction Bridge Club met at the home of Mrs. J. W. Stinnett, in Eatonville, Wednesday afternoon. Those present were: Mrs. O. LaBreche, Mrs. C. Geiger, Mrs. J. H. Galbraith, Mrs. J. Hearn, Mrs. N. J. Bruen, Mrs. E. L. Pravitz, Mrs. C. C. Snow, Mrs. Bert Brantner, Mrs. A. U. Fairbairn, Mrs. Luther Wright, Mrs. Nels C. Christensen, Mrs. C. M. Parkins. Mrs. Pravitz won all honors. HUNT FOR POWELLS Art Palmer and Sid Appleby of Eatonville left last Sunday to hunt for Mr. and Mrs. Powell who have been lost near Alder. They returned to Eatonville Wednesday evening after spending several days in the wilds about Alder. Pg. 1, col. 3 NEWS FROM ALDER Under the direction of Lilly A. Duke, deputy district president, the following officers of Nisqually Rebekah Lodge No. 233, I. O. O. F. were duly installed for the ensuing term: Bessie Rathbone, Noble Grand; Elizabeth Hotes, Vice Grand; Mae E. Freese, Secretary, and Fred C. Duke, Treasurer. The following subordinate officers were chosen: Miss Mary A. Kellogg, Warden; Bessie VanEaton, Conductor; Lilly A. Duke, Chaplain; Julia Parks, R. S. to N. G.; Mathilda Hedborg, L. S. to N. G.; Ruth Swanson, R. S. to V. G.; Ethel M. Gile, L. S. to V. G.; Edna Sheppard, I. G.; and George Scurlock, O. G. Mary Hotes will occupy the chair of Past Grand for the ensuing term. A substantial increase in membership is shown in the report of Mae E. Freese for the year ending Dec. 31st, 1916. Eighteen members were initiated during the past year, while nine were dropped for non- payment of dues, making a total membership of sixty-one members or and increase of 17 &laquo; per cent. At a meeting of Alder Lodge No. 256, I. O. O. F. held last Saturday night, the following officers were installed for the ensuing term: Fred C. Hodgins, Noble Grand; Hank Geirtz, Vice Grand; N. C. Jensen, Secretary and Henry Hedborg, treasurer. The following subordinate officers were chosen: John H. Kruse, Warden; Edison Rathbone, Conductor; Fred J. Hotes, Chaplain; Jake Gregersen, I. G.; George W. Scurlock, R. S. to N. G.; Anton Marek, L. S. to N. G.; John Cushman, R. S. to V. G.; Gust Erickson, L. S. to V. G.; George W. Scurlock, Fred J. Hotes and John H. Kruse were also named on the inance committee. In the report of the Secretary for the year ending Dec. 31st, 1916 a total membership of fifty-four is shown. In accordance with the by-laws and constitution providing for the election of officers the first Saturday in January, the regular meeting of the Citizens' Water Association was held at Odd Fellows' hall Saturday night, Jan. 6th. The following officers were unanimously re-elected for the ensuing term: Fred J. Hotes, President; Fred C. Duke, Vice President; Edison Rathbone, Secretary-Treasurer; Elmer Suderberg, trustee. Fred C. Hodgins and Henry Hedborg, both trustees, are holdovers. A letter has just been received from L. P. Deets at one time a resident of Alder and now a resident of Grover, Colorado. Mr. Deets writes that he has been at that place for the past year and a half. He is well satisfied with the climatic conditions and is enjoying excellent health. Mr. Deets writes that there are some very good farms in that part of the country. Good results are obtained from the raising of: wheat, oats, corn, beans, barley, rye, alfalfa and millet and especially is that true of the bean crop from which the farmers realize a profit from $35 to $40 per acre. The potato crop yields about 200 bushels per acre and also a good deal of truck farming is done. The high cost of living effects the people there probably more than here. He states that sugar is selling for $10 per hundred; beef and hogs are very high; flour is selling for $3 per hundred pounds. Mrs. Bellamy entertained a number of the Alder ladies during the past week. Edison Rathbone, George W. Scurlock, Frank Bettin, and O. B. Roller attended the P. T. A. meeting at Eatonville, Tuesday. The meeting of the Alder Commercial Club announced for Saturday gives promise of a lively meeting. County Agriculturist Chas. A. Cole has promised to be present and assist in the organization of a Farmers' Loan Association. In addition to this, other matters of interest to the farmer will be discussed by Mr. Cole. Everybody is urged to be present at this meeting as it gives promise of being very interesting. Nearly everybody turned out Wednesday night and attended a surprise party given Frank Bettin, a (bachelor) of Alder for many years. Everybody reported as having the time of his life. Pg. 1, col. 4 continued Henry Hedborg, Anton Marek, Chas. Mensick, and Gust Erickson were busy all day Monday repairing their telephone line. If a few more would get busy and do a little repairing, probably they would be able to obtain a little better service. Richard A. Kruse went over to Thurston county to spend a few days on his ranch. Upon arriving at his place he found that someone had broken into his house and had helped himself to the provisions which were in the house as well as making himself at home during his stay. Ralph Toney arrived the first of the week to visit a few weeks with his folks at Alder. This is Ralph's first appearance in Alder since two years. During the past year he has been working on a farm in Camoops, {probably Kamloops} B. C. Ralph says that the laboring conditions in Canada are exceptionally good. The wages paid on the farm are all the way from $2 to $3.50 per day excepting in the harvest season when wages are considerably higher. Ralph says he is going back in march with the intention of taking up a homestead. Pg. 1, col. 4 ARMY POST CARRIES BIG The army post for Pierce county is now assured as the voters last Saturday expressed their choice in favor of the bonds by a large majority. Eatonville went on record in favor of the bonds by a vote of 120 to 18. The average in Tacoma was 8 to 1 in favor of the bonds and in the country districts the average was 4 to 1 in favor of the bond issue. Eatonville's average was 7 &laquo; to 1 in favor of. The vote in other precincts on the Tacoma Eastern were: Alder-Yes, 13; No, 43. Ashford-Yes, 34; No 4. Elbe-Yes, 38; No 13. Graham-Yes, 60; No, 13. Holtz-Yes, 23; No, 13. Kapowsin-Yes, 72; No, 22. Silver Lake-Yes, 48; No, 11. It will be seen from these returns that Ashford precinct was the banner precinct in percentage and Alder precinct went against the bonds the strongest. ELBE NEWS NOTES Mrs. Ekstrom and Mrs. Adair spent Monday and Tuesday in Tacoma. Martha Olson and Mrs. Roy Longmire of Mineral, motored to Chehalis last Friday, returning Sunday. Mrs. Sinpier called on Mrs. Holt and Miss Hawkins Wednesday. Ruth Baker has been absent from school on account of sickness. Mrs. Ekstrom and Mrs. Dorman will entertain the Sewing Circle, next Thursday. Miss Lutkins is spending the week with friends and relatives at Tacoma. Mrs. Frank Kennedy has been on the sick list the past week but is able to be out again. ELBE REBEKAHS INSTALL The White Dove Rebekah Lodge No. 261 of Elbe, Wash. Installed the following officers at their last meeting: Mary Campbell, R. N. G.; Martha Olsen, N. G.; Flora Keller, V. G.; Pearl Engel, Chaplain; Laura Maze, Financial Recording Secretary; Iva Williamson, Treasurer; William Dawson, I. G.; Levi Engel, O. G.; Lydia Jones, Warden; Crosby Trim, Conductor; A. R. Campbell, R. S. N. G.; Charles Justus, L. S. N. G.; Mary Campbell, R. S. V. G.; Bertha Whitney, L. S. V. G. Pg. 1, col. 5 POWELL KILLS WIFE AND SELF Otto Powell, lost with his wife from Alder, killed his wife and shot himself, so a party of Alder citizens found to-day, Friday. Powell shot his wife twice with a 38-40 calibre rifle, once through the skull and once through the heart. He then shot himself, the bullet entering his mouth. About twenty Alder people went out to bring in the bodies after they were discovered yesterday by Parmenter and Stark. The theory of the Alder people is that the Powells became exhausted and then faced starvation and danger of freezing, then Powell killed his wife and then ended his own life. This is received by the Dispatch just as we go to press by long distance telephone from Alder. A previous account of the finding of the bodies follows: Mr. and Mrs. Otto Powell, missing since Dec. 19, were found dead Thursday, Jan. 11, on the Little Nisqually river not far from Mona creek by W. D. Stone of Puyallup and P. Parmenter of Centralia, who went into the woods to search for the Powells, Tuesday of this week. Mrs. Powell was leaning against a tree with a rifle in her hand and Mr. Powell was lying beside the river with his head down stream. It appears that they were frozen to death. Stone brought the news to Alder while Parmenter remained with the bodies. They were found a short distance from the spot where the original searching party gave up the hunt Tuesday. The bodies were but a short distance from the logging camps in that vicinity and within five miles of Alder. There were several feet of snow on the ground when the Powells went over Krook Mt. and several severe storms have followed. Tracks found indicate that the Powells were headed for home. They were found four miles from the Powell camp. A dead deer was found near Mona creek. It is believed that the Powells have been dead for a least 12 days. A party will leave Alder today with litters and bring the bodies in. The body of Powell was found in good condition but wild animals had mutilated the face of Mrs. Powell. Continued on Page 2. FAIR ASSOCIATION WILL MEET There will be a meeting of the board of directors of the Tacoma Eastern Fair Association, in Eatonville, at the high school, Thursday, Jan. 18th, at 2 o'clock. It is urged that all directors be present as this is the last meeting before the summer months and important business will be transacted. NEWS FROM CLAY CITY Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Danforth motored to Tacoma, last Wednesday. Pearl, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Bailey, who has been quite ill for several days, is much improved. Mrs. Clampitt and Mrs. Fisher of Kapowsin were the guests of Mrs. Bell, Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Coombs of Eatonville visited their daughter Mrs. Lesley James, Wednesday. Mrs. Walter Danley was shopping in Kapowsin, Wednesday. Mrs. Smith has been very sick for several days, suffering from an attack of Grippe. Mesdames Arkinstall, Johnson, and Marinzulich attended the all day session of the parent Teachers Association in Eatonville last Tuesday. All reported a good time. Pete LaRose, who has been on the sick list for several day is able to be at work. George Weston of Shaw Supply Co. of Tacoma gave a concert at the Snow hotel, Thursday evening. Pg. 1, col. 6 MINERAL NEWS The M. L. C. met at Mrs. R. Matthews', Wednesday. Roll call was answered by quotations from Ella Wheeler Wilcox. The following program was rendered: Paper: Her Life History-Mrs. Gavin. Paper: New Thought-Mrs. Shadd. Reading: from Ella Wheeler Wilcox-Mrs. Adamy. Reading: from Ella Wheeler Wilcox-Mrs. Anthony. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Potrafke are contemplating a trip to California in the near future. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Trim spent a few days in Tacoma the past week. Messrs. Jesse, Edd and Harry Wood of Seattle were visiting relatives in Mineral, Tuesday. Miss Lois Strange and Gladys Trim spent Sunday in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Leary from Canada are visiting Miss Gertie Hochhause. J. M. Bean visited in Morton, Tuesday, on school business. James Perry known as the "Hermit of Mineral Creek" disappeared two or three weeks ago. Efforts are being made to locate him. Tom Leary, a former resident of Mineral, arrived Wednesday for a short visit. Mrs. M. L. Wood gave a party Saturday afternoon in honor of her son Raymond's 11th birthday. The afternoon was spent in playing games, after which Mrs. Wood assisted by Miss Madeline Bemis served dainty refreshments. Those present were: Carl and Ronald Harding, Victor and Bernard Hochhause, George and John Burnett, Raymond and Chester Johnson, Earl and Silas Johnston, Wells Wheeler, Ronald Gilbert, John Fowler, Roy Trim, Niso Tugimota, Howard Kakuda, Paul Wright. Rev. Pamment returned home Thursday evening, Jan. 4, with his bride. Rev. and Mrs. Pamment were quietly married Dec. 27 in Washougal, Wash. And left immediately after for a short trip. Their friends and congregation gave them a reception Saturday evening at the church. Mr. Wright gave the welcoming address. Solos were rendered by Mrs. Stewart, Mrs. Pankey, and Mrs. V. Gilbert. Miss Ethel Pamment gave a suitable instrumental selection. Recitations by Mrs. Wright and Mrs. Anthony completed a very interesting program. Later in the evening, sherbet and wafers were served. Mrs. Pamment formerly lived in Mineral and has many friends to welcome her return. Mrs. Stanford, daughter of Rev. Pamment, leaves for her home in Vancouver, B. C., Thursday. The committee for the Parent Teaches Association met at the home of Mrs. L. F. Gilbert, Tuesday. William Bevan and family have moved from Divide to Ladd where Mr. Bevan has employment. Henry Perry and family moved from Rainy Valley to Mineral last week. Dr. Shadd has a power air pump attached to his car. If you have any improvement for the Overland, see the Doctor. Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Peterson returned from Arlington Tuesday where they visited relatives. It has been learned that J. F. H. Hartman who was reported to have passed on, is still very much alive at Rochester, Idaho. Mr. and Mrs. Cater and daughter Dolores, Miss Fay Ryanson, Ed Erickson, Pete and Lars Brown of Pleasant Valley comprised an auto party to Mineral Sunday evening, taking in the show and other places of interest. Continued on Page 4 Pg. 2, col. 1 EATONVILLE'S DEBT The indebtedness of the town of Eatonville as shown by the annual report of the town clerk, was lowered during the year of 1916 by almost $4,000. This is a very credible showing and much credit is due to the efforts of Mayor Nettleton, who has been a consistent advocate of retrenchment and economy. During the six years that the mayor has served on the council and in his present office the town's indebtedness has been reduced from about $26,000 to $13,000. This amount includes local improvement districts, and the light and water plants. The tax levy for the town was 8 mils in 1914 with $2,000 annual income from the saloons' license. The tax levy last year, the first year without the liquor license was 12 mils and the tax levy for the year 1917 is 10 mils. Mayor Nettleton's ambition is to see the town without any standing indebtedness and this will be accomplished if the present policy is followed during the next five years. Few people realize just what it as meant to the mayor. The town records will show that during his six years of service without any pay he has not missed over fifteen of the council meetings. With this apparently un-rewarded service he has as most public officials have been the object of criticism and attacks from unthinking people. The only debt in Eatonville that bothers the council is the cemetery debt. This amounts to $400 and there is no prospect that it will be paid for many years. Eatonville has cause for congratulation on this debt as it is paid only by sale of Cemetery lots. Mayor Nettleton, along with many others believes the time has come when this school district should begin to pay off its indebtedness. There is no doubt but that he has conducted the affairs of the town in a n efficient manner just as any business man would run his own business. If all officials would do likewise in the management of the affairs of the larger municipalities we would soon see a substantial reduction in the tax levy. THE ARMY POST WINS The people of Pierce county voted for the bonding of the county for purchase of the army post site, last Saturday, by an overwhelming majority. The bonds carried in Tacoma eight to one and in the country districts by four to one. It will be necessary in order to make the issue of bonds legal, to secure the passage of a bill in this session of the legislature. This should not be difficult as the other counties will derive benefit from the post and will not have to stand any of the cost for the purchase of the site. We have a good line-up in the legislature and capitol. To start with we have Governor Lister and Lieutenant-governor hart from Pierce county. Hart presides over the senate, Guy Kelly is speaker of the house of representatives and when the issue goes before the supreme court, which will probably be necessary to insure sale of the bonds we have supreme court justice Ellis from Pierce County. What more could you ask unless it would be the capitol of the state to be located in Pierce County. While the wise ones put mayor Fawcett in charge of the campaign as some say so he wouldn't oppose the post, he, said something after the election that should not be overlooked. That was in regard to the spirit of co-operation that was shown in the campaign. That is an asset that will be worth as much as the post if kept alive in Tacoma and Pierce county. Pg. 2, col. 2 MUSIC WON'T SOOTH MULES Etc. MILITARY TRAINING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS Mrs. Josephine Preston, state superintendent of schools announced, recently, that she will recommend to the present legislature that they establish a uniform system of military training in the schools throughout the state. So far as the plan is concerned it is all right. It will be a serious mistake, however, if the school military training were substituted for a real military training which this country needs and demands. It is simply a step in the right direction. Many in this country desire a make-shift for real military training and service. Many advocate the enlargement of the National Guard and desire to attempt to make it the army of the country. Nothing but universal service will meet the needs of the country and at least two years in actual service is required. One of the most desirable features of universal service is the discipline that it gives to the young man and this is what he does not get generally in our public school system. When England called for volunteers, something like 700,000 men out of 2,000,000 were found unfit physically. Under a proper system of universal service thousands of these men would have been pointed to the road to health and strength many years before the war. Statistics of our own army show we are in almost as poor condition but our present system makes no effort to remedy this condition. Think of the benefits to future generation if these conditions are changed and we would change them under a system of universal service. There is not one plausible argument against universal service of the right kind. If there is this paper would be pleased to hear it. Born-Dec. 30th, to Mr. and Mrs. G. D. Brooks, of Kapowsin, a bouncing baby girl. All are doing well. Pg. 2, col. 3 A SERMON ON JONAH Etc. WINTERING BEES Etc. BOYS GIVEN CHANCE AT WEST POINT TRAINING To accommodate a large number of young men in the 3rd congressional district who desire to enter the United States military academy at West Point, congressman Johnson has arranged with the civil service commission for the holding of a special preliminary examination on February 1. Examination will be open to all young men resident in the 10 counties of south-western Washington and will be conducted at various civil service points. Any boy in the district may take the examination, the subjects being algebra, geometry, grammar, geography, United States history and general history. Boys desiring to become candidates should notify Congressman Johnson t once. POWELL KILLS WIFE &amp; SELF Continued from page 1 Otto Powell was the son of Dr. and Mrs. J. L. Powell of Tacoma: Mrs. Powell was the daughter of E. E. White of the Tacoma city treasurer's office. Stark and Parmenter were the two men who found the traces of the Powells which led to the finding of the bodies. Stark was forced to abandon the search but Parmenter staid with it. Great credit is due to the party of men who engaged in the search as they no doubt underwent great hardships. They undertook the hunt without any reward in sight. A reward of $300 was later offered. This will probably go to Parmenter and Stone. The first searching party consisted of J. S. Hogan, forest ranger of Morton; "Big Jack" Trompen of Tacoma; Jack Stark of Alder; Andrew White of Tacoma who organized the party. Pg. 2, col. 4 EXAMINING A WITNESS Etc. DUMB! &gt;From our Dumb Animals Etc. IMAGINATION Etc. LEGISLATURE CONVENES The Washington state legislature convened this week at Olympia and Guy Kelly of Tacoma, representative from this district was chosen, unanimously, as speaker of the house. This paper announced during the primary campaign that Mr. Kelly, if elected, was in line for this position. Indications are that the session will be a sane and sensible one such as the people have looked for, for many years. Pg. 3. col. 3 ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEWS Mrs. M. C. Smith has been quite ill. Charles Geiger has had a rather severe case of ear trouble. Clinton Sandmyer has been down with tonsillitis. Dorothy Matheny has been quite ill this week. Mrs. E. L. Pravitz spent Sunday and Monday in Seattle. George Barr was a business visitor in Eatonville, today, Friday. A. Logan, who recently returned from Walla Walla has accepted a position with the Eatonville Lumber company. When a bachelor marries he needs nothing but the consent of the girl and a marriage license. But when a widower marries he must have the consent of his grown children and the approval of the neighbors. The fact that he is out of tobacco will come nearer spurring a man to hazardous risk than the sight of beauty in distress. Pg. 3, col. 4, 5, &amp; 6 CORRESPONDENTS WANTED The Dispatch wants a correspondent in each of the following places: Kapowsin, electron, Graham, Ashford. For the Kapowsin correspondent we will pay a monthly payment. The other places will be paid for on a basis of subscriptions secured in those places. The Dispatch furnishes necessary stationery and stamps. If any of the readers of the paper in towns not represented know of anyone who would make a suitable correspondent they would be doing the Dispatch a distinct favor by calling this to their attention. Write The Eatonville Dispatch, Eatonville, Wash. Pg. 4, col. 3 NATIONAL-ASHFORD NEWS A party of lady friends pleasantly surprised Mrs. John Norwood at her home last Thursday afternoon with a miscellaneous shower. She received many useful gifts. Dainty refreshments were served. W. E. Demorest was in National Tuesday and Wednesday on business. Mr. Silvers of Tacoma was a National visitor Monday and Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Gibson returned to their home in National Sunday. The Masonic Lodge of Ashford held a public installation of officers for the coming year at the hall, Saturday evening to which they invited all Masons and their families. At the close of the services a delicious supper was served by the ladies. Judd Phelps was in Tacoma on business the first of the week. A. Butler drove to Tacoma Wednesday on business, returning Friday. Mrs. Herbert Lidren and son Keith returned to their home in National Tuesday from Tacoma where Mrs. Lidren has been for the past six weeks. Mrs. F. M. Brown was a Tacoma visitor over the week-end. Mrs. W. G. Ballantyne and children returned to National Saturday from a week's visit with relatives in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Emel Pasy have moved into the Gruidle house. Mr. Swanson who recently purchased the Leitch mill at Ashford has been here for the past few days looking over the property preparing to start it going in a few days. BENSTON NEWS The Needle Craft Club met with Mrs. Barbezat, Thursday. Those preset were Mesdames Furro, Tattler, Anderson, Morgan and the hostess. Quite a few of the Benston people are on the sick list. Freida Lipke spent Saturday afternoon with Ethel and Alice Lindall. Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Tattler called on Mr. and Mrs. Olaf Malcom, Sunday. Kenneth Lipke was taken to the hospital at Eatonville, Saturday, and had his ear operated on. Parker Tattler was so fortunate as to kill two bob-cats, Sunday morning. Mr. Bosworth of Tacoma was in this locality Monday. Mr. Bosworth is the surveyor for our local county ditch. ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEWS There will be a game of basket ball, Friday night, Jan. 12, between the Mineral Athletic Club and the Eatonville high school team. The game will be played on the floor of the Eatonville gym. The Ladies' Aid of Eatonville will meet at the M. E. church Thursday evening, Jan. 18. MINERAL NEWS Continued from page 1 When Mr. Follett was working on the boom at the saw mill Friday afternoon, a log upon which he was standing, rolled, throwing him into the deep water of the lake. Mr. Follett is a good swimmer and reached the land unaided. Mr. W. S. Cox representing the Crescent manufacturing Company was in Mineral, Tuesday. Mrs. Bert Gunderson of Pleasant Valley was shopping in Mineral, Monday. Mr. Lew Longmire is improving the interior of the E. J. Martin building and will occupy it in the near future. R. Matthews spent the latter part of last week in Tacoma on business. Pg. 4, col. 4 SILVER LAKE NEWS Mrs. B. C. Ohneck and daughter Thelma motored to Eatonville last Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Willim McCutcheon motored to Eatonville, Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. K. L. LeMaster were Eatonville visitors, Wednesday last. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Krones motored to Eatonville last Wednesday. Paul Nelson was in Eatonville, Monday, on business. Mr. and Mrs. Axel Berg were Eatonville visitors, Wednesday. Miss Ruth Spinning of LaGrande was a visitor at the Krones home, last Sunday. John Candel visited at Ellis' Sunday last. The election at the Tanwax hall on the bond question went 46 to 11 in favor of the bonds. Mrs. Ellis Hillberg and son Ed, visited at Asmussens'. Saturday. Mrs. Frank Krones was a Tacoma visitor, Saturday. Mr. S. W. Raddue, the new owner of the Lake Wood Farm, was a Tacoma visitor, Saturday last. Mr. Raddue is erecting a store on his property and will soon open for business. The location is on the Mountain road, just below the farm of Frank Krones. Mr. and Mrs. John Asplund entertained at dinner, Sunday, Mr. R. Flander and daughter Bessie, and Ace Mattix. Mrs. Nels Asplund visited relatives at Ohop, Sunday. Mrs. Hillberg and son Bob are ill at their home with the Grippe. Mr. and Mrs. Axel Berg visited with relatives at Swan Lake, Tuesday. Mr. K. L. LeMaster and Mr. Ellis are getting out telephone poles to connect with the Eatonville line at Tanwax hall. Charles Haberland and John Ellis made a flying trip to Eatonville Wednesday. Pg. 4, col. 4 STRINGTOWN NEWS Mrs. Beaumont's children are on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Kipper who have been in Tacoma for the last month called at the ranch Saturday. Nellie Langberg spent Sunday at home. Ed Kendall has purchased an auto. Mr. and Mrs. George Martin and George LaBrash made a trip to Eatonville, Saturday night. Mr. Olden is sawing wood with his gasoline saw, in this vicinity. Mrs. George Martin spent Monday with Mrs. Engle at Lynch Creek. Mr. Geisey made a trip to LaGrande, Sunday. Mr. Kendall and Glee Kendall spent Sunday at home. ADDITIONAL LOCAL John Lewtas of Tacoma was in Eatonville last Friday and Tuesday of this week. He is representing the Ellison &amp; White Lyceum Bureau of Portland, Ore. He addressed the P. T. A. Tuesday and they are considering the proposition of financing the giving of five entertainments by the Lyceum Bureau. The cost will be in the neighborhood of $325. The entertainments consist of lectures and musical numbers with other features. The P. T. A. has taken the matter under advisement. All those who have incomes of $3,000 and over, per year, who have to pay the government income tax may find out the revised rulings of the government by applying at the Eatonville post office, says postmaster Jackson. Miss Ruth Gay will lead the Epworth League at the church, Sunday evening. Fanny Leak was operated on, Thursday, for appendicitis. She is doing well at this time. Mr. and Mrs. Harris of Rocky Point Ranch are both very ill. </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, October 20, 1916

    <pre>THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, October 20, 1916 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 6/6/03 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. 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, October 20, 1916 Volume 2, Number 9 Pg. 1, col. 1 W. D. ASKREN WILL DELIVER RALLY SPEECH FORMER PROGRESSIVE LEADER WILL BE PRINCIPAL SPEAKER AT FIRST RALLY IN YEARS The only rally that has been held in Eatonville in years will be given Tuesday night, Oct. 24th at the Redman hall. All the county candidates on the ticket will be there and there is sure to be some fir works. W. D. Askren, former assistant prosecutor under the Progressive administration will be the principal speaker and Mr. Askren is an orator of no mean ability. This local brass band has been engaged for the occasion and will render some lively music. This rally will afford the voters an opportunity to see and meet the men who have been nominated by the Republicans for the Pierce County offices. All ladies are especially invited to attend. This is a year of big things in a political way and all voters should take an interest in the coming election and also in the candidates of the local field. Mr. T. S. Galbraith precinct committeeman has been spending considerable time in an effort to make this rally a success. So far he has met with a ready response. The expenses of the rally are met by contributions from local republicans. Eatonville has not been able, heretofore, to get the candidates in this campaign to spear in a public meeting. The rally is next Tuesday night. NATIONAL NEWS A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ted Borden, Friday, Oct. 13. The family of V. Hines has moved to National from Bismarck. Arthur Borden, Jr., Geo. Borden and Carl Lenk returned from a two days hunting trip with five bucks, Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Gwinn visited in Seattle the with relatives the past week. The pulpit was ably filled by Ted Borden Sunday morning and by J. L. Brady in the evening. Mrs. Celia Johnson is visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs. William Emil. Mrs. J. Doty visited in Eatonville with friends, Monday and Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Demorest and Miss Helen spent the week-end in National. Mrs. E. R. Johns was a passenger for Tacoma, Thursday. Merle Allison who had the misfortune to break his leg in a motorcycle accident on the mountain road last week is home from the hospital and getting on nicely. Mrs. Joe Barkell and children went to Tacoma , Saturday where they will visit several days before going to Alpha where they will spend a month or six weeks at the home of Mrs. Barkell's father, Mr. T. J. Bentley. Mrs. W. J. Ellis returned Wednesday from a few days visit in Tacoma and Puyallup. Mrs. Alice Borden entertained the ladies Aid Society at her home Thursday afternoon. About ten ladies were present and a most enjoyable afternoon was spent tieing a quilt which they will sell. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess assisted by Mrs. Reeves, Mrs. Emil and Mrs. Sensabaugh. ELBE NEWS NOTES Mrs. Sachs spent several days of last week in Tacoma. Henry Horn spent Sunday and Monday in Tacoma. Mr. Campbell visited at park Junction, Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Pearl E. Engel was a Tacoma visitor, Friday and Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Craig of Clay City left n Wednesday for Vancouver, B.C. They will visit with relatives and friends in other parts of British Columbia while away. pg. 1, col. 2 NEWS FROM ALDER That the County has at last recognized the need of improvements on the Criswell, Scurlock and Jensen road is now manifest, Frank Criswell road foreman started work on this road with a crew of men Monday. This road is in a deplorable and have been impassable this winter had not some action been taken. While it said that the county can't expend a very large sum for the improvement of this road this season, yet it be put in fairly good shape so that it will be passable during the winter months. A large delegation from Eatonville were guests of Nisqually Rebekah lodge No. 233, I. O. O. F. Thurs. evening. Herman Kruse killed a big bear last week. This is third bear he has killed this year. Clarence Davidson who is the owner of a new Motorcycle, had a slight accident when steered his motorcycle into a deep ditch one day last week. Although smashing a few of the parts on the machine Mr. Davidson and his passenger, Fred Hodgins, escaped injuries. Ida Houghton has been seriously ill for the past two weeks with a severe attack of the cold. Mr. Hewins and Mr. Davis of Tacoma were here Wednesday for a visit. Mr. Hewins has just returned from a trip to the East. Andrew Fyfe is now working with the Tacoma Eastern Railway bridge crew at Kapowsin. He is employed as a carpenter. A dance will be given the auspices of the Alder Orchestra at Ohop Bob's Saturday Oct. 21st. Attorney Ray Clifford of Tacoma was here last Saturday on important business. Charles Jenson returned from Tacoma Tuesday where he has been for the last week playing first violin at the Tacoma Theatre. Frank Criswell went to Tacoma Saturday on business. Mrs. Lawson is here visiting Mr. and Mrs. Rathbone for a few weeks. John Cushman and George Lees went to Tacoma Monday where they will spend a few days visiting friends. Mike Wackerle went to Pleasant Valley where he visited the Hoem family. Mrs. G. W. Scurlock of Eatonville was a visitor here Sunday. Harry Davidson has added improvements by the building of an auto garage on his place last week. The following nominees will be elected at the general election Nov. 7th; N. C. Jensen, Justice of the Peace; F. C. Duke, Constable and Precinct Committeeman. As they have no opposition their election is assured. The next regular meeting of the Alder Commercial Club will be held at the Odd Fellows hall, Wednesday night, November 21st. Several important matters are to be taken up at this meeting and the presence of every member is desired. Alder is glad to welcome the return of Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Anderson after an absence of over a year during which time they resided in Index, Washington. They will remain here for a few weeks after which they will leave for other parts of the State. William A. Kellog has taken a contract for the clearing of a tract of land for Harry Davidson. James O'Day went to Tacoma where he is employed as a carpenter. The Girl's Basket Ball Team of the Alder High School are now fully organized and are ready to meet any team that may come along. It was the Alder team that defeated all the teams along this line last year and it is there intention to defend their title of championship this year. If Eatonville, Elbe, Ashford, or Kapowsin are a little dubious as to Alder's determination to retain the championship they will simple have to play the game, as the Alder team is from Missouri. Pg. 1, col. 3 &amp; 4 BIG REPUBLICAN RALLY TUESDAY, OCT. 24, 1916 AT REDMAN HALL EATONVILLE, WASH., 8, P.M. HONORABLE W. e. ASKREN WILL SPEAK, ALSO OTHER PROMINENT SPEAKERS. ALL COUNTY CANDIDATES ON THE REPUBLICAN TICKET WILL BE PRESENT. HON. C. C. SNOW WILL PRESIDE MUSIC BY, EATONVILLE BAND, EVERYGODY INVITED - LADIES BE SURE TO ATTEND PIERCE COUNTY REPUBLICAN CENT. COMMITTEE ADDITIONAL LOCAL The Auction Bridge Club met at the home of Mrs. E. L. Pravitz this week. High score was won by Mrs. Emmons. The guests were, Mrs. Hearn, Fairbairn, Stinnett, Mann, Christensen, Geiger, LaBreche, Galbraith, Arkins, Parkins, Beckwith, Emmons, Mrs. Purce and Miss Marjorie McCullough. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Geiger entertained last week; Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Grover Jacobs, Miss Brathen, and Mr. Dunn of Tacoma, Mr. Andrew Anderson of Ohop. Mrs. S. H. Elmlund entertained Friday, Mrs. C. O. Jackson, Mrs. Green and Miss Brathen. The Rally is Tuesday night. Mrs. Geo. Primley and son Edwin of Sumner visited Mrs. Primley's mother, Saturday and Sunday. Clyde Williams and family have moved to Everett. Ray Bumstead and family have moved to Everett. J. W. Weaver was in Eatonville, Thursday. G. B. Ingersoll, former merchant of Eatonville has been in town for a few days. His family is in Tacoma. The Republican Rally will be held Tuesday night. Hear the speakers. Edna Langberg returned from Tacoma, Saturday night. THEDA BARA IN "SIN" AT REDMAN THEATER SATURDAY- picture Etc. Pg. 1, col. 5 LOCAL JOTTINGS FROM AROUND THE TOWN DANCE AT OHOP BOBS There will be a dance at Ohop Bobs place Saturday night, Oct. 21st. The Alder orchestra will furnish the music. As this is the only dance in this neighborhood on Saturday it is expected that a good crowd will turn out. Don't forget the Big Republican Rally. There will be a spelling match at the Swan Lake School, Friday evening, Oct. 27th. Games will be played and a good time is assured. Everyone invited. Mrs. Bertha Whitney and son were Eatonville visitors, from Elbe, two days this week. To the Public: I wish to inform the public that I have permanently located my residence and office at the Rainier hospital in Eatonville and that I have no intention of leaving this community as has been stated. Dr. J. Ellery Fales, Eatonville, Wn. Adv. No. 9 - 4t WANTED TO BUY - Shingle bolts. Ohop Valley Shingle Co., Eatonville, Wash. No. 9- tf. CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our thanks to all those who so kindly assisted us in our late bereavement and loss of our daughter, Alice Gertrude, also for the many floral offerings. Mr. and Mrs. Vine Hunter. The Boosters Club met at the home of Mrs. B. W. Lyon, last Wednesday. Light refreshments were served. The Rally is Tuesday night. Dr. Ellis m. Smith of Illinois is visiting Dr. A. W. Bridge for a few days. They are old time acquaintances. Moving and hauling done with truck. Rates reasonable. Call H. Antonie, 13-tf. Eatonville, Adv. No.9-tf. Miss Myrtle Brathen who has been the guest of Mrs. C. O. Jackson for the past two weeks, left for her home in Tacoma, Tuesday. FOR SALE -Hay, grain, feed. Get my prices before buying. H. Antonie, Eatonville, Wash. Adv. 0tf. Mrs. Geo. Primley and son Edwin and Mrs. Elma Young, of Sumner, visited Mrs. C. O. Jackson over Saturday and Sunday. The sewing club meets at the home of Mrs. Fred Matheny, today. Pg. 1, col. 6 EAGLES GIVE 9TH BIG BALL AT KAPOWSIN Annual Grand Ball of Kapowsin lodge of Eagles Set For Saturday Night, Oct. 28th. Etc. WRIGHT ENTERTAINMENT IS WELL ATTENDED May Macomber Wright gave an entertainment at the Eatonville M. E. Church last Friday night, under the auspices o the Ladies Aid Society. The affair was a decided success, netting the Aid a meat little sum. Mrs. Wright gave impersonations of various types of the feminine. Mrs. Wright is an entertainer of ability and her recitals were well received. It is said that she will give another entertainment in the near future under the auspices of the local Parent Teachers' Association. DEATH OF ALICE HUNTER Alice Gertrude Hunter, 18 months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Vine Hunter, of Eatonville, died last Saturday morning. The funeral services were held at the M. E. church, Sunday, the Rev. C. H. Wood officiating. Burial was made at the local cemetery. MINERAL NEWS The Prayer Meting members of the Presbyterian Church went in a body to miller aand Wilson's camp on the Ladd branch, last Wednesday night to hold service with the ladies and friends there. The company alltold, were nine, in the visiting party. They met six at the camp and the hour spent was enjoyed by all. The Rev. Pamment has visited this camp through the summer and has also visited other parts of the vicinity, including the Japanese camp. Chas. LaChappelle left for Tacoma, Wednesday. Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. G. A. Sallstrom, Wednesday. Mrs. R. C. Wheeler spent Friday and Saturday in Seattle. Mrs. J. D. Adamy entertained the Guild, Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Matthews and Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Gilbert autoed to Tacoma Saturday, returning home Sunday evening. Chas. Uhlman was a week-end visitor in Mineral. Mrs. Shadd entertained several of her friends, Saturday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Wheeler and Mr. and Mrs. B. Anthony motored to the Mountain, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. W. Dean motored to Everett, Saturday, returning Sunday, accompanied by Mrs. Dean's parents. Mr. and Mrs. H. Ornsbie. Helen Dorothy martin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Martin, died of pneumonia, Oct. 16, 1916. funeral was held at the residence. Rev. Pamment conducted services. Burial in the Mineral cemetery. The community extends its sympathy to the bereaved parents. Mr. J. S. Wood of Star City, Canada, visited relatives in Mineral, the past week. The teachers leave Sunday to attend Teachers' Institute. Pg. 2, col. 1 The Dispatch E. R. Vaughn, Editor, Eatonville, Wash. Entered at the Eatonville post office as second class mail matter under act of March 3, 1879. Published every Friday at Eatonville, Washington, by Eatonville Publishing Co. Subscription $1.50 per year Reading notices, ten cents per line, first insertion; five cents per line each following insertion. ATTACKS O'FARRELL The following is taken from the Tacoma Daily Tribune; Etc. Pg. 2, col. 2 THE ARMENIANS Etc. ELBE NEWS NOTES Mr. G. G. hardy spent Monday in Morton looking after milling interests. Mrs. R. Kolb clerked in the store during his absence. A party was held at the I. O. O. F. hall Sat. evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Gill. A good social evening was enjoyed by all present. A Halloween Benefit Social will be given at the I. O. O. F. Hall Halloween night, Oct. 31, for the benefit of the Elbe Presbyterian Church. The orders are that everyone represent the night in costumes as much a s possible. A good time is assured and a crowd is looked for. Mr. Cook and family are enjoying their new auto, purchased last week. Levi e. Engel has purchased a "Maxwell". Now he will always be sure of a job. Mr. and Mrs. Whitney and son spent Sunday in Eatonville. The Elbe Literary Club will meet at the home of Mrs. H. Holt Wednesday afternoon, subject, Hiawatha and Longfellow. Roy Montague is spending several days in Tacoma. The Elbe School has purchased a piano. Pg. 4, col. 1 EDITORIAL COMMENTS Etc. OPPORTUNITIES IN U. S. GOVERNMENT SERVICE Etc. Pg. 4, col. 2 &amp; 3 SCHOOL NEWS High School "The Freeshie's Tipperary" Night School Agriculture Notes Commercial Department First Grade Second Grade Third and Fourth Grades Fifth and Sixth Grades Seventh and Eighth Grades SPRINGTOWN NEWS Miss Edna Langberg, who has been working in Tacoma, returned home, Sunday. Mr. Schnuger made a trip to Tacoma, Saturday morning. Mr. Cox visited the Rainier school, Tuesday. He complimented the pupils on their good attendance, the entire enrollment of 22 being present. Mrs. Carrie Martin and Mrs. Florence Kipper and Ethel Martin of Eatonville, motored to Tacoma Monday afternoon. Mrs. M. A. Kipper spent Monday afternoon at Eatonville. Mr. and Mrs. George Martin and George LaBrash called at the Fred Guske home, at Mud Lake, Sunday afternoon. A number of Stringtown people expect to get their threshing done this week. The pupils of the Rainier school are preparing for an entertainment to be given Halloween. Games will be played. Cakes and coffee will be served. 10 cents admission will be charged for the purpose of getting some good magazine subscriptions for the school. Mrs. Hillberg, who has been ill is recovering. Eddie Hillberg, who has been in the Eatonville hospital, with pneumonia, as returned home. Pg. 3, col. 4 Miss Edna Kipper, Mr. and Mrs. Nicolle, Miss Ruth Spinning and several others from LaGrande, motored down to the Kipper farm, Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. George Martin and Mrs. Frederickson motored to Eatonville, last Wednesday evening to attend a little birthday party on Mrs. Ethel Martin. CLEAR LAKE NEWS The Clear Lake school had a short, enjoyable program, Thursday, Columbus Day. The North Coast Lumber Co. has placed a camp at the old Nishon place. It is stated that about one hundred men will be employed. They will be engaged in cutting the timber in this vicinity. Miss Clara Fredericksen made a business trip to Tacoma, Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Kluckoo of Tacoma, were the week-end guest at Conrads'. Mr. W. Brewer has finished storing his fine crop of potatoes. Mr. Fredericksen called at Brewer's, Tuesday morning. County Superintendent of schools, called at Clear Lake school, Tuesday. Mrs. G. V. Golden attended the Redmens' dance at Eatonville, Saturday night. John Hotes and Mr. Kruse, of Alder visited in this vicinity, Sunday. Florence Golden called at Conrads', Sunday. Mrs. J. Fredericksen visited her daughter, Mrs. Larry Smith, at Eatonville, Monday. Misses Cora and Florence Golden attended the minstrel show at Eatonville, Thursday night. Mrs. Conrad and Mrs. Kluckoo visited at Cedar Grove, Sunday evening. Eatonville traders this week were Mr. Prickett, Mr. Fredericksen and Mr. Seeley. Mrs. Inez Fredericksen and son Adrian spent Sunday afternoon at Cedar Grove. There will be a Halloween program at the school house, Saturday night, October 28th. Ghosts will be auctioned off and sold to the highest bidder. Ladies bring basket lunch. Everyone invited to attend. Pg. 5, col. 3 MUD LAKE NEWS Mrs. Elseth, Mrs. Aus, Mrs. Huribishmer, drove to Eatonville, Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Reiter and children spent Thursday evening at the Guske farm. Mrs. Orris Russell and little son called on Mrs. Conrad at Clear Lake, Monday. Grandma Hoganson called on Mrs. Elseth, Thursday afternoon. Ed Reiter is sure making a game effort to get down to the soil, on his forty here at Mud Lake. At present he is ditching. He thinks he will be able to harvest his crops next year without the use of his row boat. Mr. Leak of Ohop Bob, called on Hank Nachtengale, Sunday. Yes, you'll always be able to recognize a Mud-Laker by his feet. Mr. John Hoganson underwent an operation, Thursday. The operation was the result of a fall last winter when he slipped and fell on an ax handle. Mr. Reiter drove to Eatonville, Saturday. Mr. Leak of Ohop, butchered some cattle for Mr. Geisey, Wednesday. Carl Hoganson drove to Eatonville, Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Reiter and Edwin and Hazel Reiter called on Louis Wesserling at Rap John Lake, Sunday. Mrs. John Hoganson called on Mrs. Fred Guske, Sunday. Mrs. Elseth and daughter Myrtle called on Mrs. Nelson at Stringtown, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. George Martin and George LaBrash of Silver Lake were callers at Mud Lake, Sunday. Mr. H. Nachtengale and daughter Victoria, motored to Tacoma, Saturday. Miss Conrad of Clear lake called on Mrs. John Hoganson, Saturday. Hazel Reiter called on Myrtle Elseth, Saturday. Mrs. John Hoganson called on Mrs. Gelstein at Eatonville, Wednesday. A large number of complaints have been heard concerning dogs running at large in this vicinity. One dog died last Sunday though the cause of its death was no mystery. We wonder who was guilty of the Weinie distribution. ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEWS Mrs. Chas. Fredericksen and Mrs. William Benston of Tacoma, visited friends, here, last Saturday. Clark Eppler made a business trip to Tacoma, Monday. The big Republican Rally will be held in Eatonville, Tuesday, the 24th of Oct. Ed Kendle and Ed Grodvig visited in Eatonville, Saturday night. Mrs. Crowe and daughter have been called to the bedside of Mr. Crowe who is seriously ill with pneumonia. Anna McTee, former Eatonville girl, visited her sister and friends Saturday and Sunday. About 12 men turned out at the gym last Tuesday night and went through a delifhtful course of exercise. This is open to the public. Guy Howard and wife and Mr. and Mrs. John Howard made a flying trip to Puyallup, Friday, last. Mrs. Marcel Smith and son Merle are spending several weeks in Tacoma. Mrs. Roy Wright is visiting in Tacoma this week. R. L. Sherman and family have moved into the Clyde William's house. Pg. 4, col. 4 M. E. CHURCH NEWS The official Board of the Church met at the parsonage, Saturday evening when plans for the year were discussed. Vacancies in Sunday school Superintendence and Assistant were filled by appointments of Messrs. Hoover and Green, respectively. Improvements in the parsonage property were agreed upon and the work will begin. A meeting of the young people, called for the reorganization of the Epworth league was held at the parsonage, Wednesday evening, Officers were elected as follows; Pres. Miss Johnson, 1st Vice-Pres. Miss Guptil, 2nd Vice-Pres. Miss Nagley, 3rd Vice-Pres. Miss Wingard, 4th Vice-Pres. Wm. Howard. Sec.-treasurer, Miss Murdoch. A social hour with light refreshments followed. The first devotional meeting of the new Society will occur on Sunday evening at the church at 6:30. Subject, "Second Mile Religion". A citizenship meeting to discuss the proposed measures, Nos. 18 and 24 and conditions in the state after nine months of a dry regime will be held at the church Sunday evening, beginning at 7:30. Speakers will be Dr. A. W. Bridge, Prof. B. W. Lyon, H. C Wilkinson and Mrs. Canty. The general public is cordially invited. The W. C. T. U. held a meeting at the church, Thursday afternoon. The ladies Aid meets at the church Thursday, Oct. 26, Mrs. B. W. Lyon and Mrs. C. H. Wood will entertain. Pg. 4, col. 3 &amp; 4 ALICE BRADY IN "AS YE SOW" - picture Among the very few promising leading women on the stage at present, Alice Brady stands head and shoulders in the front rank. She appears at the Redmen theater, Sunday night, in the picture play. "As Ye Sow". It is a play of the first quality and one that will be appreciated by lovers of the photo-drama. </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, June 22, 1917

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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 Second Year, No. 44, June 22, 1917 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our appreciation and thanks to our friends who kindly assisted us in our bereavement and loss of our father. John Falk, Jr., Mrs. Louis Olden. Otto Moll of National was an Eatonville visitor last Sunday. Frank Wilson, of Tacoma was in Eatonville, Sunday in the interests of Attorney Lyle who has charge of condemning the land which the government will use as Army post, at American Lake. Mr. Wilson closed a deal with A. M. Thomas of Eatonville, who owns some land on the shore of American Lake. The K. of C. team of Tacoma plays Eatonville, Sunday on the local grounds. K. C.'s BEAT NATIONAL The K. of C. nine of Tacoma defeated the national base ball team, Sunday, at National by a score of 21 to 5. The game was one sided, practically no contest. Mr. Norman J. Bruen, secretary of the T &amp; E farm loan district organization has received a letter from the Federal Land Bank of Spokane, stating that an appraiser will be in this district in the near future. He will place valuations on the farms of those who have applied for loans. Dad Price has purchased the house and lots of the Belcher family, who will move to Tacoma in the near future. CARD OF APPRECIATION In behalf of the Church, I wish to thank all members of the cast, the Boy Scout Troop, friends who lent stage properties and costumes, musicians, scene shifters, make-up artists, ticket sellers, those helping to prepare the hall and to clean up afterwards, and any others who directly or indirectly aided in making the recent church entertainment a success. C. H. Wood. Mrs. J. H. Miller of Mineral was in Eatonville, Wednesday evening where she purchased a Ford car from the Universal Motor Co. Her son, Mr. Howard Hayes also Mrs. Hayes accompanied her. Pg. 1, col. 2 WEDNESDAY IS CEMETERY DAY Wednesday, June 27th, has been set apart as Cemetery Day in Eatonville and community, for the purpose of improving the streets of the local cemetery. These streets are a source of shame every time a funeral is held on account of their unkept and rocky condition, making them impassable. Mayor C. A. Nettleton and the town council have designated the coming Wednesday as a day for donation work on the part of all public spirited local citizens. R. Marti, Luther Wright, Mrs. Canty and others have announced they will furnish teams and wagons with which to carry away rocks and trash. Others will furnish teams and implements. All persons interested are urged to spend a part of the day, working on the cemetery grounds. There is plenty work for all who attend, with picks and shovels. The cemetery grounds belong to the city of Eatonville but the only revenue available for improving the cemetery comes from the sale of lots. This has not furnished enough money with which to do the work, hence the necessity of local citizens turning out and spending a portion of the day on the roads and grounds. Some of the ladies are planning to bring lunches and spend the day assisting in the work. The task is one which will surely invite the community for its performance as a duty, sadly neglected in the past. JULIAN - McNAMARA Marie McNamara of Eatonville, and Charles H. Julian of Firdale, Wash. were married in Eatonville, Monday June 18th at high noon. The ceremony was held at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John McNamara, Rev. Father Carroll of St. Leo's, Tacoma officiating. Thirty relatives and friends attended the wedding and a reception for the couple held in the evening at the home of the bride's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Julian will make their home in Firdale, where he has a position with a logging company. They leave this (Friday) evening. A number of nice presents, including china and silver ware were presented the young couple. Relatives from Tacoma who attended the wedding were: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bunnell, uncle and aunt of the bride, Wm. McNamara and Mr. and Mrs. Sears, grandparents. POCOHONTAS ELECTION Topeka Connell No. 26 Degree of Pocahontas held their regular meeting Tuesday evening. Two pale faces were adopted by the tribe and the following officers were elected: Prophetess-Carrie Martin, Pocahontas-Florence Kipper, Winona-Mary Bartlett, Powhatan-Edward Kittleman. Two delegates to the Great Council-Carrie martin and Gussie Smith were elected. Alternates-Dora Smith and Sadie Williams. Members having children too small to leave at home are invited to bring them along at the next meeting, July 3rd. ICE CREAM SOCIAL There will be an ice cream social, Saturday evening, June 30th, on the lawn of the home of Mrs. Roy Beckwith, under the auspices of the Ladies Aid. ELECTRON NEWS ITEMS Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Rusow and daughter, Neva were visiting Mrs. F. W. Browning, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Westlake, Mrs. Moulden and the Misses Ethel and Frances Westlake were visiting Mrs. R. H. Peters Sunday. Miss Fay Browning was in Kapowsin, Saturday. Mrs. R. S. Huff's cousin has been visiting her from Seattle. Mr. and Mrs. Alvah Witford attended the Kapowsin Rebekah Lodge, Wednesday evening. Pg. 1, col. 3 NEWS FROM MINERAL Mrs. Dickson was the guest of Mrs. Mary Gavin, Thursday, 14th. H. Lester of Alaska is the guest of relatives here. Gordon Lahr made a business trip to Elbe, Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Wheeler and son Wells spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Otis Crowell in Tacoma. Mrs. Ed Treim is on the sick list this week. Miss Edith Bemis who has been attending High School in Tacoma has returned home on account of defective eyes. Mrs. J. Reedy spent Friday and Sturday in Tacoma. Mrs. Wm Dean has as her guest Mrs. Ormsby of Everett. Mr. and Mrs. Edminston and Mr. and Mrs. J. Short were Tacoma visitors, Sunday. James Gavins and mother of this place, met Mrs. P. LaChapelle and daughter Miss Grace LaChapelle of Bordeaux in Tacoma, Saturday where the marriage of the young couple was sweetly solemnized. Mr. and Mrs. Gavins left Sunday for Portland and other points for a short wedding tour. Mr. and Mrs. Gavins will make their home in Mineral. Mrs. Lillian Snell of Seattle was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Richards, Sunday. Mrs. Frank Downs of Tacoma was the guest of parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cayo this week. Miss Hawkins of Elbe was in Mineral Monday. The many friends of Carl Soderquist are glad to learn of his improving health. Some thirty friends visited Carl at Eatonville Hospital Sunday. Wm. Manning of Tacoma is visiting friends and relatives at this place. Attorney La---horne of Tacoma was in Mineral Wednesday, securing evidence in the Armour shooting affair. Mr. and Ted Borden of National were shopping in Mineral Wednesday. Miss Polly Anne Madin is quite ill. J. M. Bean leaves soon for Roza, Wash. where he has accepted a position with the Great Western Silica Company. Miss Florence Devers, Mrs. C. Devers and daughter LaNorma and Mrs. A. Morris leave Sturday for a visit with relatives in Kelso. Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Panky motored to Elbe, Wednesday. Mrs. Wm Toles was hostess for the Mineral Literary Club Wednesday afternoon; the program was as follows: "Old Home Day" Roll Call -Answered by an old song and its composer. Music-"Silver Threads Among The Gold", Mrs. L. Gilbert Summary of current events for the past three months, Mrs. C. Gilbert The Old Peabody Pew, under directions of Mrs. Matthews. Music-"Old Black Joe", by Club. Mrs. Wm. Seymour is very ill this week. Miss Esther pellet of Miller Wilson Camp spent Wednesday night with Elizabeth Erickson. Miss Anna Myers visited relatives in Ladd Wednesday. Glenn Armour made a business trip to Chehalis, Monday. Miss Ethel Pamment took her Sunday School class out to Mineral Creek Tuesday for a picnic. The class taking basket lunch and had such a good time and good eats that they all declared they would enjoy such a trip each day of the week. (Continued on page two.) pg. 1, col. 4 NEWS FROM ELBE Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Sensabaugh, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Borden, Mrs. Kate Borden, Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Borden and family and Mrs. Dayton Whitney were callers at the Elbe Hotel Sunday afternoon as guests of Mrs. Maud Montague and children. Mr. and Mrs. William Moore and family left Elbe Monday afternoon for Tacoma until they definitely decide where they will locate. Mrs. Frank Kennedy entertained Mr. and Mrs. William Moore and family also Mr. and Mrs. Arthur May to dinner Saturday evening, and Mr. and Mrs. Moore were Sunday dinner guests at the home of Mrs. G. A. Baker. Mr. and Mrs. Moore have been residents of Elbe for a number of years and many regret their departure. Some young folks enjoyed the moving picture show at Mineral Sunday evening, making the trip in Mr. Cook's car. Mr. and Mrs. Adam Sachs and son Dan attended the graduation day exercises at the Lincoln High School Thursday evening. Their son Lloyd being one of the many graduates. Friends wish him success, as has been his in the past, and trust for a useful career to follow. Miss Hawkins has been suffering from a poisoned hand having to have medical attendance several times the past week. Mrs. Pearl Engel was hostess Wednesday afternoon to the Lakes Literary Society. A good number were present. Ice cream and wafers was the afternoon refreshments. Mr. and Mrs. Kingsley and Mr. and Mrs. Ted Borden of Ashford called in Elbe Wednesday after having been to Mineral to attend the funeral of the former's mother, Mrs. Kingsley. Mrs. Gus Kennedy of Mineral was an afternoon caller at the Tourist Hotel, Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Fowler of Tacoma was a business caller in Elbe Tuesday. Mr. Robert Williamson's family consisting of his wife and Miss Viola Williamson has arrived from their home in Seattle and will spend the summer months with Mr. Williamson. Mrs. Carl Williamson and Mrs. Pearl Engel have employed a painter and wall paper hanger from Mineral for the past few days. Henry Horn is painting his cottage the past week. Mrs. Lambert entertained relatives from Tacoma, Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Smith of Tacoma are the guests of Mrs. Smith's son and family, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kennedy. Mrs. Albert Cook has been entertaining guest from our of town the past week. Josie Montague spent Monday and Tuesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bivens at their ranch near Park Junction. Mr. A. R. Campbell spent Monday in Tacoma. LOCAL AND PERSONAL Misses Grace and Myrtle Cook of Elbe and Miss Neva LaBrot of Aberdeen, Wash., spent Saturday night and Sunday in Eatonville with Mrs. J. D. Anderson, aunt of the Cook girls. They attended the Royal Neighbors barn dance. Miss LaBrot lived in Eatonville seven years ago and is now visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Cook in Elbe. "The matrimonial Bureau," play given at the Redmens hall, last Friday night, was very successful. The play was enjoyed by a large number. Over $31 was cleared after paying all expenses. The play was given under the auspices of the Ladies Aid Society. Pg. 1, col. 5 INJURED AT NATIONAL MILL Adding another to a long list of accidents at the National Mill, Frank Petersen of Eatonville, 17 years of age, fell from a defective scaffold, while working in the yard at National. The boy fell about 20 feet to the ground, breaking a bone of the right arm, near the wrist and suffering a sprain to the left arm. He was taken to the hospital at Eatonville. Frank Petersen is the son of Mr. and Mrs. P. S. Petersen of Eatonville. The boy is ambitious and had planned to save his summer earnings so as to attend school next school year. He will now lose his opportunity for several months to come. The boy's father stated that Mr. Workman, yard foreman at the mill did not want Frank to work around the large carrying and loading cranes, which he considered dangerous, so placed the boy at work in another part of the yard. It was one of these cranes that collapsed last February killing the Stella boy of Eatonville. SARAH EDITH KINGSLEY Sarah Edith Kingsley, wife of Frank C. Kingsley, passed away at her home in Ashford, Monday June 18th, after a lingering illness. She was born in England, and leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, and one son, Bert Kingsley, and four sisters; Mrs. Snarr of Seattle, Mrs. Hopkins of California, and Mrs. Hutchinson and Mrs. Gongee of England. Funeral services were held at her late residence Wednesday at 10 A. M.. Rev. G. W. Gynn officiating. The following musical selections were rendered, led by Mrs. A. Butler: "Lead Kindly Light," "Some Day the Silver Chord will Break." The pall bearers were: W. A. Ashford, Joseph Johns, Otto Moll, Victor Hines, E. C. McKay and J. B. Kernahan. The funeral cortege left the residence at 11 A.M. for Mineral Cemetery, where the body was laid to rest. A. W. Merrow had charge of the funeral arrangements. SODERQUIST IMPROVING Carl Soderquist, Mineral merchant who was shot by his brother-in-law, Wm. Armour, is getting along nicely. He is able to sit up in bed and has removed necessary parts of his records to the hospital in Eatonville so that he is able to attend to the greater part of his business transactions. Nearly a hundred people have called on Mr. Soderquist and he has received many letters of encouragement. He will be able to leave the hospital in about three weeks. CLEAR LAKE NEWS Miss Florence Golden is visiting friends and relatives at Sumner. Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Conrad made a short business trip to Tacoma Thursday, of last week. Mr. H. Nachtegale and family motored to Tacoma, Sunday. Master Wm. Smith of Eatonville is out to spend the summer vacation with his grandparents of Cedar Grove Farm. The Misses Minnie and Nettie Conrad called at Lone Maple Farm Sunday. Mr. J. N. and Dewey Fredericksen attended the play at the Redmen's Hall given by the ladies of the Church. Miss Dollie Nachtengale returned home Monday from a two weeks visit with relatives in Tacoma. Mrs. John Hoganson and Miss Minnie E. Jensen were visitors at Conrad's Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Guske and family of Gopher Hill Farm were fishing at Clear lake, Tuesday. Pg. 1, col. 6 NEWS FROM ALDER An accident of an unusual character occurred to Harry Davidson early last Monday morning while he was "speeding" on his Henderson to Tacoma. Harry says, "I was going along at a fair rate of speed when all of a sudden I struck something in the road that resulted in my motorcycle skidding out from under me, throwing me to one side of the road and the motorcycle on the other. I did not know at the time what it was that I hit, but upon investigation I found that a cow had previously been there and left an impediment in the road which resulted in my spill. I was painfully injured about my knee and one of my hands, and wishing to get a Doctor with all possible speed. I speeded up my machine. Harry says, "I had just gotten up a fair speed and would have reached the city within a half hour when all at once another racer rode up in front of me and commanded me to stop." Says he, "Do you know you are going at the rate of about eighty miles an hour which is far in excess of the speed limit?" "No," replied Harry, "I don't know how fast I am going but I know I want to get into the city at the earliest, possible moment!" "Why so? " queried the Speed Cop, is there anything wrong that would justify you in going at this rate of speed?" "Yes" replied Harry, "I had an accident which resulted in a painful bruise about my knee and a gash in my hand. I want to get to the Doctor as soon as I can." "Well, lets see," said the speed cop, "Whether these injuries are of such a serious nature that they require immediate medical attention." After an examination by the speed cop, who said; "no, they are not sufficiently painful to warrant you in breaking the speed limit, and I will have to fine you five dollars." "I'll not pay it," retorted Harry, "I'll go to the Captain and present my case to him." "Alright," replied the speed cop. "I'll accompany you to the station." Upon arrival at the police station, Harry presented his case to the Captain, who however was a little bit skeptical and proceeded to make an examination as to the extent of the injuries. "Well," says the Captain, "your injuries are not of a sufficient character to warrant you in breaking the speed limit. However, in view of the peculiar circumstances attending this case and this being your first offense, I will be lenient with you and fine you a nominal sum. Five dollars, please." Harry paid the fine. It is not know whether he secured medical aid or not. Clarence Davidson left Wednesday for Spokane where he will go out in the harvest fields. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Shepard returned from a weeks visit with friends in Seattle. Mrs. I. Q. Freese left Monday for Three Lakes. Mr. and Mrs. Glen Parks returned from Tacoma the first of the week. Mrs. Chas. Boettcher returned the first of the week after spending a few weeks with her sister, Mrs. Bert Barnes, of Parkland. Miss Florence Toney returned Saturday from Tacoma where she has been attending graduation exercises at the Lincoln High. Miss Toney will attend the State Normal at Ellensburg this year. A fire started in the Poole Logging Camp Monday, but no particular damage was done. The fire is now well under control. Hans Christensen went to Eatonville Saturday to visit his brother. Mr. and Mrs. L. Houghton left Wednesday for Seattle. Miss Hefler returned from Seattle the first of the week. Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Johnson were visitors in Eatonville, Sunday. Mrs. Scurlock went to Eatonville Wednesday where she spent the (Continued on page three) Pg. 2. col. 1 &amp; 2 NEWS FROM MINERAL (Continued from page 1, col. 3) John Bagley of Ladd made a business trip to Mineral, Wednesday. Mrs. W. H. Dunlap and son Gordon were the guests of Mrs. B. Anthony Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Del Reynolds, Mrs. N. Naslund and Mrs. Roy Archer motored to Eatonville, Tuesday evening. Emmet DuGay is assisting in the Peoples Store, this week. Mrs. Walter McStott was the guest of Mrs. Henry Myers on Thursday. Mrs. Kate Smith was in Chehalis last week on business. A number of Mineralites motored to American Lake Sunday and after eating a delightful basket luncheon returned home by way of Tacoma and Eatonville, having dinner at one of the beautiful points in the Canyon. Those enjoying the trip were: Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Dean, Phylis Dean, Mr. and Mrs. E. K. LaChapelle, Mrs. Ormsby, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Matthews, Mr. and Mrs. George Panky and Mrs. B. Anthony. Mrs. H. Petrofka spent Monday in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Duncanson had as their week end guests Mrs. Adams and children of Morton. Miss Lizzie Myers was the guest of Mrs. G. Kennedy, Wednesday. Dr. and Mrs. Feagles of Morton motored to Mineral, Sunday. Karl Richards, bookkeeper for the Mineral Lake Lumber Co. has been promoted to a position in the company's office in Tacoma, and will move his family some time in the near future. James Gavins will take Mr. Richards position here. Mr. and Mrs. G. Salstrom spent Tuesday and Wednesday in Tacoma. Wiley Frances has purchased one of Levant Hill's cottages and moved his family here Tuesday. R. C. Wheeler and son made a business trip to Ashford, Wednesday. Those attending the services at the Presbyterian Church last Friday night derived much enjoyment and help from the following program: Singing by congregation, led by Rev. Blunden. Scripture reading, Rev. Thompson Prayer, Rev. Pamment Quartette, by Dr. Knoll, Rev. Blunden, Rev. Merchant, and Rev. Thompson. Address, "Child's training, physically, mentally and spiritually, by Rev. Merchant. Solo, Rev. Blunden Talk, Mrs. Millie Wilson Duet, Rev. Blunden and Rev. Knoll. Song, "Abide with me", by the congregation. Address, Rev. Blunden. Derald Reynolds entertained a number of his boy friends June 16, honoring his birthday. Pg. 3, col. 2 NEWS FROM ALDER (Continued from pg. 1, col. 6) day with friends. Fred Shaeley was a caller on friends in Elbe Saturday. Owing to shortage of cars, the Nisqually Shingle Co. has been closed for the past week. Pg. 3, col. 4 LOCAL AND PERSONAL The Misses Dorothy, Alberta and Master Frank Brantner returned, Sunday, from their vacation, which they spent with friends in Seattle, Marysville, and Tacoma. They were gone nearly three weeks, reporting a delightful trip. Leslie Kipper has received a car load of Fords. Picnic July 4th, at Silver Lake. Come and bring your lunch. Ice cream soft drinks and sandwiches can be purchased on the grounds. Everybody welcome. Adv. No. 44-2t George martin is building a new barn and chicken house. The funeral of John Falk was held from the M. E. Church in Eatonville, Sunday, June 17th at 2 P.M. Rev. Bloomquist of Tacoma spoke in the English language at the church, and closed the services at the grave in Swedish. Interment was in the local cemetery. The Fortnightly Club met Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Norman J. Bruen. Rev. C. H. Wood will preach at Edgerton School House, Sunday at 2;30. Special music by Eatonville talent will also be given. Mr. Merrow has offered to take the party in his machine. Miss Margaret Hoke of Tacoma and Miss jean Turnbull and Mrs. Lawrence Turnbull of Dockton, were at the parsonage, Friday and Saturday. The trio ably assisted at the church entertainment also. H. O. A. Girls Club will be entertained at Mrs. Lemke's home on Saturday afternoon. Meet at Bank corner at 2 o'clock. A full attendance is desired. Mrs. Davie of LaGrande will lead the Epworth League, Sunday evening. All welcome. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Emmons and two daughters were Eatonville visitors Thursday. Ladies Aid Society met at the church yesterday afternoon. The Ladies of the Red Cross met at the High School, Tuesday afternoon. A splendid start was made on the Burney or hospital shirt which is worn by the wounded soldier. Next meeting will be Friday afternoon from 1 to 5. Everybody welcome. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Martin entertained at their home last Sunday, Mrs. Calloway and daughter Kathleen, Mrs. Fred Kipper and children and Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Kipper and daughter. Henry Antonie is using his Republic Auto truck to take Eatonville workmen to LaGrande in the mornings. Mr. Antonie was engaged by the Nitrates plant. He replaces a number of individual machines formerly hired by the workmen. Si Perkins of Alder has accepted a position with the Eatonville Lbr. Company. Al Sooter has left Eatonville for Tacoma. Bob Hewins of Tacoma was in town, Thursday. He is a musician, also tunes pianos. Guy Bowerman and Pete Asmussen, Jr. are employed at the nitrates plant at LaGrande. They are stopping at the Depot Hotel. Mrs. George martin and Mrs. Ethel Martin were dinner guests of Mrs. Reeves at Swan Lake. Henry Christensen is visiting relatives in town. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. N. P. Christensen, and has been in North Dakota for three years. He is an electrician. Eatonville Dispatch: Dear Sir: Kindly correct an error that was made in last weeks paper. I was awarded a certificate for being neither, absent or tardy during my senior year at High School not for the entire four years. Yours Respectfully, Ernest Jacobson. The game at Kapowsin, Sunday between Eatonville and Kapowsin broke up in a row. Eatonville team refused to continue playing after the umpire called a runner out on third base for interference by coacher. Kapowsin was one run in the lead at the time. The game was good until the crabbing began. Pg. 3, col. 5 &amp; 6 SILVER LAKE NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Newt Carter of California and Mr. Carter Sr. of Tacoma spent Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Krones. Mrs. Clyde Williams and children of Everett and Mrs. Duncan of Eatonville spent Thursday at the Ellis home. Mrs. LeMaster, Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon, and Mrs. Roscoe Taylor attended the Ohop sewing circle which met at the home of Mrs. Chas. Jaensch last Thursday. Miss Hope Vance and Thelma Gates spent Thursday and Friday at the Ellis home. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wesserling and Mrs. LeMaster were shopping in Tacoma, Saturday. Miss Emily Fredericksen is spending the week with her sister, Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon. Those who attended the barn dance at Eatonville, Saturday eve. Were Miss Martha Kjelstad, Henry and Oscar Assmussen, John and Lawrence Ellis and Alfred Nelson. Mrs. Ellis Hillberg and son Bob were Eatonville visitors Saturday. Mrs. Axel Berg and children spent Friday with Mrs. Berg's mother, Mrs. Geore Kregor at Swan Lake. Miss Augusta Hammer spent Monday with Miss Anna Larson at Ohop. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon and Miss Emily Fredericksen attended the show at Eatonville Friday evening. Miss Thelma Ohneck has bought another horse. Mr. and Mrs. LeMaster entertained 18 guests at dinner Sunday; the occasion being Mrs. LeMaster's birthday. Mrs. J. D. King and son Paul have returned to their home after spending a couple of months at Rearden, Wash. Mr. Fat Young and Mr. Kelly of Eatonville called on Frank Ellis Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Nels Aspelund and family and Mrs. Paul Nelson motored to Eatonville, Sunday. Mrs. Kropt and daughter, Mrs. Wolf of Seattle called on Mrs. Nels Aspelund, Thursday. Mr. John Jensen had the misfortune to loose a registered Holstein calf Tuesday. Pg. 4, col. 6 NEWS FROM CLAY CITY Mr. and Mrs. Joe Arkinstol and family, old time residents of Clay City have moved to Snohomish were they plan to make their home. Mr. Arkinstol and son Reginald have accepted positions there. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey went to Tacoma, Sunday. Mr. J. A. Marin made a business trip to Tacoma, Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Eaton and son Kirkwood and Mrs. Donnelly of Tacoma, visited Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Donnelly, Sunday. Mr. McFerrin is moving his family from Puyallup to Clay City this week. Several new men have been employed by the Far West Clay Co. in the past week. The Red Cross Society will hold its first regular meeting to sew, Thursday afternoon. Velda Danforth has returned from Long Branch where she has been visiting for some time. Barbara Ferroni visited in Eatonville, Monday. Mrs. Marchetti has been on the sick list this week. Mr. and Mrs. Donnelly motored to Puyallup, Tuesday evening. </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Nov 2, 1917

    <pre>THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Nov 2, 1917 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 11/15/03 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. 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. 11, November 2, 1917 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL The Ladies Sewing Circle of Silver Lake will give a dance Saturday, Nov. 3rd at Tanwax hall to raise money for the Red Cross Society. Admission will be $1.00. All invited. FOR SALE-300 cedar posts, C. A. Nettleton, Eatonville. Adv. No. 11 tf. Mask Ball-at Maple Hall, Ashford, Nov. 10th. Prizes given. No. 11 Adv. 2t. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the friends and the orders who extended to us their aid, comfort and sympathy in our bereavement. B. W. Lyon, D. C. Lyon, Laura D. Lyon, B. W. Lyon, Jr. CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank those donor of floral tributes, who did not leave an identification card, for the courtesies and comforts extended, Sincerely, Burton W. Lyon. Notice is hereby given that the registration poll books of the town of Eatonville will be closed for registration of voters on Wednesday, November 14, 1917, as required by { }of town election to { }December 4, 1917. H. N. Greene, Clerk. Remainder of column missing. Pg. 1, col. 2 The Masquerade dance given at Redmens hall in Eatonville, Saturday night, was attended by a large gathering who made merry until day break. The affair was a social and financial success. The prize for the best dressed lady was awarded Miss Dorothy Ingersoll who represented Autumn. The prize for best dressed gentleman was given to Dr. A. W. Bridge. He represented an old time gambler. Misses Rose Carlson and Catherine Clough took the prizes for most comic man and lady. They were dressed and acted well, the part of hen pecked husband and masculine wife. They afforded much amusement. Good music and an excellent supper completed the evening's enjoyment. Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Howard of Seattle, former Eatonville residents, motored over to Eatonville this week where they have been visiting friends. Mrs. N. A. Sweeney of Tacoma is visiting with her daughter, Mrs. Frank Sweeney of Eatonville. The Best Display of Home Baking prize at the T &amp; E Fair was won by Mrs. Fred Guske and not by Mrs. Fred Duke as previously announced. The H. O. A. Club will meet Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, at the home of Mrs. Lemke, Mrs. F. H. Walker will attend the meeting of the club. She is very popular with the young people. They will be pleased to know that she plans to attend all future meetings of the club. Dr. D. R. Martin of Tacoma will speak at the M. E. Church in Eatonville, Sunday morning. Dr. martin is successor in this district to Dr. Sullinger who was appointed army chaplain. Everybody cordially invited. For Sale-good heifer calf, 8 days old. H. Stutzman, Eatonville. Adv. No. 11, tf. Jean Hostelling, carpenter, is stopping with Frank Thompson in Eatonville. He has been employed for several months at national, building the cottages for the workmen at the National Mill. Eatonville had a quiet and sane Halloween due to the policing of the town, A few windows were marked up but no property damage was reported. Those deputized as marshals were Jim Franklin, Clint Smith and Orrin Haynes, with regular Marshall H. N. Greene on the job. Fire broke out Thursday afternoon in Chas. William's building on Mashell Ave., formerly occupied by the C. C. Emmon's hardware business, but now vacant. This building adjoins the track which connects the T &amp; E railway with the Royce mill. The fire was extinguished with the city fire apparatus after the roof was damaged badly. Cause of fire was attributed to the Royce mill locomotive. Remainder of col. missing. Pg. 1, col. 3 NEWS FROM MINERAL G. A Sallstrom and daughter and Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Wood were Eatonville visitors, Friday. Mrs. Geo. Pankey left Monday for Elma to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Shelby. She will be accompanied home by her mother. School opened Monday with all the teachers in their places, after institute meeting. Mrs. r. Matthews entertained at a very enjoyable card party in honor of Mrs. Mosson of Chehalis and Miss Duncanson of Everett, Thursday of last week. Mr. Schmidt will give a dance and card party at the Mineral Lake Inn Saturday night. He plans on giving similar affairs every two weeks during the winter. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Pankey entertained Mr. and Mrs. Robert Matthews at dinner Sunday. The new buildings being erected by R. S. Wheeler and H. Ahlstrand are adding quite an improvement to our town. A. Lewis of National was on our streets Tuesday, shaking hands with his many friends. Mrs. M. L. Wood entertained a few of her friends Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Ed Trim entertained a number of ladies Friday afternoon complimentary to Mrs. Harry Smith. Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Sallstrom and daughter returned home fro Eatonville, Sunday, where Mrs. Sallstrom has been taking treatment for the past week at the hospital. The Morton high school girls will play the Mineral high school girls a game of basket ball, Nov. 2. Miss Everton returned home Sunday accompanied by her mother. They have taken the L. I. Walrath cottage on Main St. Wm. Dean and E. White motored to National Sunday. P. T. A. will meet Tuesday Nov. 6, at the Gym. It being "Fathers Night", a very interesting program is being prepared. ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Bruen had as week end guests, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hills, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Adams, and Mr. { }, R. L. Woodland all of { }. Pg. 1, col. 4 NEWS FROM ALDER The Reliance Lumber &amp; Timber Company who own the mill site at Alder and where formerly stood a 100,000 capacity saw mill, are now anxious to dispose of all their property including the mill site. They assert that all of their timber is now gone having finished logging last week and that they have no further use fro their mill site where they had intended to erect another mill. Their entire camp equipment will be moved to their camp at McMurray where they own extensive timber. Mr. Patten, President of the Company, has sent word to the people of Alder that the site can now be had. The Alder Commercial Club will take the matter of the sale of the site up at once and endeavor to locate somebody that would be interested in a good mill site. There is a large supply of available timber in this section and the construction of another mill here would be a splendid opportunity for somebody. Word has just been received that Clarence Davidson is now encamped at Camp Lewis where he was sent with the second quota from the Puyallup contingent. Mr. Davidson was formerly a resident of Alder. The basket ball game held at the school gymnasium last Friday night between the boy scouts of Eatonville and Alder resulted in the defeat of the Eatonville team by a score of 16 to 4. August Krook has sold his tract of timber on his island to the Annex Logging Company who are now logging it off. One of the most pleasant events of the week was a shower given in honor of Miss Grace Parks at the Hotel Alder last Saturday night. Nearly everybody of the community were present and Miss Parks was the recipient of many useful articles for her new home. Miss Parks will shortly be married to john Black who has been a resident of Alder for the past three years. Miss Marie Lutkens of Elbe was a visitor here Wednesday. Mrs. Chas. Boettcher and Miss Lutkens were callers on Mrs. Andrew Fyfe Wednesday afternoon. A number of the Alder ladies were entertained at the home of Mrs. Frank Criswell Tuesday. Harry Davidson arrived Wednesday after an absence of several months during an absence of several months during which time he has been engaged as carpenter at Camp Lewis. Mrs. C. D. Barton returned to Alder the first of the week after a few days visit with friends in Seattle. George Lees, the village blacksmith, met with an accident one day during the week when he missed the anvil and struck his knee. Pg. 1, col. 5 NEWS FROM SILVER LAKE Mrs. Larry Smith and children of Eatonville, spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon. Mr. and Mrs. Hutton, Mr. and Mrs. Crutch of Tacoma spent Sunday with Mrs. Wm. Bement. Mrs. Paul nelson entertained at dinner Sunday in honor of her son Alfred's birthday. The guests were: "Happy" Thompson and Jimmie Spencer of Tacoma, Chas. Haberland and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ellis. Mrs. Bement has as her guest this week, her mother Mrs. Hoofer of Tacoma. Those who attended the masquerade ball at Eatonville, Saturday evening were: Miss Martha Hoye, miss Agusta Hammer, Chas. Haberland, John and Lawrence Ellis, Alfred Nelson and Frank Krones. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Kreger of Swan Lake spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. McCutcheon. Mrs. Paul Nelson transacted business in Tacoma Friday last. Mrs. Reeve of Swan Lake visited with Mrs. Ellis Hillberg and Mrs. Harris, Monday. Mrs. Oscar Lowell of Hart's Lake, Mrs. Fitzer, Mrs. Chas. Kreger, spent Tuesday with Mrs. McCutcheon. Mr. Raddue made a visit to his home Tuesday but as he still is under the doctor's care he returned to Tacoma the same day. He is getting along very nicely and will be home to stay in a few days. Mrs. Nels Aspelund, Mrs. Kroft, Mrs. Ellis Hillberg and Mrs. Paul Nelson called on Mrs. Kjelstad of Ohop Tuesday last. WINNERS OF T &amp; E FAIR RACES Those winning the races and prizes at the T &amp; E Fair races were: SACK RACE, 1st prize, Ed Wingard; 2nd prize, Geo. Kreger. GIRLS RACE, 1st prize, Ethel Duke; 2nd prize, Sophia Kittelman. BROAD JUMP, 1st prize, Harvey Wheeler; 2nd prize, Jess Nagley. POTATO RACE, 1st prize, McKinley VanEaton; 2nd prize, Everett Kittelman. ROOSTER FIGHT, 1st prize, Dolphie Mensik; 2nd prize, Ed Wingard. PIE EATING CONTEST, 1st prize, James Kreger, (country); 2nd prize, Dolphie Mensik. HOP, SKIP &amp; JUMP, 1st prize, Clifford Manning; 2nd prize, Ed Christensen. BOYS RACE, 1st prize, Ray Williams; 2nd prize, ?lnan Smith. GIRLS RACE, 1st prize, Marie Esselstein; 2nd prize Sophia Kittleman. RESOLUTION The School Board of District No. 73 met in special session, adopted the following resolutions and adjourned. WHEREAS, the Almighty Father, in His infinite Wisdom has seen fit to call Mrs. b. W. Lyon from her earthly duties, and WHEREAS, in her demise, the family has lost a loving wife and mother and the community, a stanch and valued worker, and WHEREAS, the suddenness of her demise has come as a distinct shock to her multitude of friends, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED that the earnest sympathy of this School Board be conveyed to Mr. Lyon and family with the hope and trust that the All-wise God who doeth all things well, will be very near to cheer them in their bereavement. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of these resolutions be mailed Mr. Lyon and a copy preserved as permanent record. N. P. Christensen, Emily M. Bruen, A. U. Fairbairn, Board of Directors. ATTEST: Chas. C. Biggs, Clerk. Pg. 3, col. 2 Chas. O. Jackson, postmaster is confined to his home with a severe attack of sore throat. Pg. 3, col. 3 T &amp; E FAIR PRIZE WINNERS (Continued from last week) VEGETABLES GOLD COIN POTATOES, 1st prize, J. O. Ingle; 2nd prize, Marshall Harris. BEAUTY OF HEBRON, 1st prize, John Geisey. EARLY ROSE, 1st prize, Salve Jensen; 2nd prize, Chas. Boettcher. MILLION DOLLAR, 1st prize, Kreager and son; 2nd prize, Kreager and son. BEST &laquo; BUSHEL POTATOES MOST PERFECT, 1st prize, john Geisey; 2nd prize, Ellis Hillberg. BEET TURNIP ROOTED, 1st prize, Wm. Lemke; 2nd prize, Mrs. F. Guske. RUTA BEGA TRUNIP, 1st prize, Stanley Scurlock. BEST PARSNIPS, 1st prize, Marshall Harris; 2nd prize, O. F. Berg. RED CARROT, (Table), 1st prize, Marshall Harris; 2nd prize, Ellis Hillberg. RED CARROT, (Stock), 1st prize, Stanley Scurlock; 2nd prize, John Mensik. WHITE CARROT, (Stock), 1st prize, Salve Jensen; 2nd prize, E. Hedborg. GREEN CABBAGE, 1st prize, Ellis Hillberg; 2nd prize, J. C. Coombs. PARSLEY, 1st prize, Mrs. F. Guske; 2nd prize, Wm. Lemke. RIPE CUCUMBERS, 1st prize, P. H. Walbridge. SWEET CORN, (Ears), 1st prize, E. Hillberg; 2nd prize, Mrs. Geo. Martin. STRINGBEANS, 1st prize, P. H. Walbridge; 2nd prize, Mrs. George Martin. RED ONIONS, 1st prize, Mrs. F. Guske. YELLOW GLOBE ONIONS, 1st prize, Kreager and son; 2nd prize, A. F. Berg. GARLIC, 1st prize, Mrs. WM. Lemke; 2nd prize, J. G. Pricket. RED TOMATOES, 1st prize, John Geisey; 2nd prize, Mrs. G. Martin. GREEN TOMATOES, 1st prize, John Geisey. CROOKNECK SQUASH, 1st prize, P. H. Walbridge; 2nd prize, Mrs. M. Harris. WHITE SCALLOP SQUASH, 1st prize, Mrs. M. Harris. HUBBARD SQUASH, 1st prize, Mrs. F. Guske. ARTICHOKE, 1st prize, L. E. Rape. PIE PUMKIN, 1st prize, Mr. Wm. Brewer. MUSKMELON, 1st prize, Mrs. F. Guske. LARGEST SQUASH, 1st prize, John Geisey. LARGEST PUMPKIN, 1st prize, Ed Anderson. LARGEST CABBAGE, 1st prize, J. C. Coombs. LARGEST CAULIFLOWER, 1st prize, Emma Asmussen. LARGEST ONION, 1st prize, Kreager and son. LARGEST RUTABEGA, 1st prize, Stanley Scurlock. LARGEST CARROT, Kreager and son. LARGEST MANGEL WURTZEL, Kreager and son. LARGEST CUCUMBER, Roscoe Taylor. LARGEST POTATO, Kreager and son. LARGEST APPLE, Chas. Boettcher. BEST EXHIBIT OF GRAIN, B. W. Reeve. BEST ESHIBIT FORAGE CROPS, Mrs. F. Guske. BEST EXHIGIT VEGETABLES, Edwin Anderson, Sr. BEST SHEAF OF OATS, 1st prize, H. Kjelstad; 2nd prize, B. W. Reeve. BEST SHEAF WHEAT, 1st prize, Frank Mensik; 2nd prize, Fred Duke. BEST BARLEY, 1st prize, B. W. Reeve; 2nd prize, Ellis Hillberg. BEST RYE, Mr. Westenberg. CLOVER BEST COMMON, Mrs. F. Guske. BEST MAMMOTH, Mrs. F. Guske. BEST ALSIKE, Mrs. F. Guske. BEST SPRING VETCH, Mrs. F. Guske. BEST TIMOTHY, Mrs. F. Guske. BEST WHITE, Mrs. F. Guske. BEST ITALIAN RYE GRASS, Mrs. F. Guske. BEST 6 EARS DENT CORN, John Geisey. BEST 6 EARS FLINT CORN, H. Antonie. BEST 2 PLANTS THOUSNAD HEADED KALE, John Geisey. BEST 2 PLANTS RAPE, B. W. Reeves. BEST PLANT FIELD CORN, 1st prize, H. Antonie; 2nd prize, H. Anderson. BEST PLANT SUNFLOWER, Wil{ } Smith. BEST COLLECTION OF PUMPKINS, { } Anderson. MANGEL WURTZEL, 1st prize, Kreager and son, 2nd prize, Edwin Anderson. { } MANGEL, 1st prize, Edwin Anderson. Continued to col. 4 Swedish potatoes, 1st prize, Jonas Asplund; 2nd prize, A. F. Berg. Irish Beauty Potato, 1st prize, Einar Hedborg. Swiss Chard, 1st prize, Mrs. Wm. Brewer. Irish Wonder Potato, 1st prize, Kreger and son. Munroe Seedling Potato, 1st prize, Kreger and son. Salsify, 1st prize, J. C. Coombs; 2nd prize, Florence Guske. White Dry Beans, 1st prize, Mrs. Mary Peterson; 2nd prize, Mrs. Westenberg. Colored Dry Beans, 1st prize, Mrs. Mary Peterson. Blue Salad Potatoes, 1st prize, H. Antonie; 2nd prize, Mrs. Fred Kittelman. Speltz, 1st prize, B. W. Reeve. Firkin, 1st prize, Mrs. F. Guske. Peach Melon, 1st prize, Mrs. Fred Guske. Tobacco Plant, 1st prize, Stanley Scurlock. BEST EXHIBIT FROM LILLY'S SEED, 1st prize, Mr. John Geisey. EDUCATIONAL DEPT. (Children) Green Beans, 1st prize, Emmet Norwood. Table Carrot, 1st prize, Gene Scurlock; 2nd prize, Donald Reeve. Parsnips, 1st prize, Donald Reeve; 2nd prize, Frank Harris. 10 Early Potatoes, 1st prize, Donald Reeve; 2nd prize, Jonas Asplund. 6 Onions, 1st prize, Geo. Kreger, Jr.; 2nd prize, Donald Reeve. Cabbage, 1st prize, Ruth Westenberg. Winter pumpkin, 1st prize, Frank Harris. Pie Pumpkin, 1st prize, Emmet Norwood; 2nd prize, Willie Lemke. Stock Pumpkin, 1st prize, Cyrus Jensen; 2nd prize, Myra A. Jensen. 3 Cucumbers, 1st prize, Roy Westenberg; 2nd prize, Emma Asmusen. (Continued next week) Pg. 3, col. 4 CLEAR LAKE NEWS Mrs. Andrew Jensen has her sister Miss Lois Aitken of Bellingham spending the week with her. Miss Mary Conrad left Monday to accept a position in Eatonville. Mr. J. N. Fredericksen motored to Camp Lewis Wednesday of last week to visit his son Fred. Miss Mary Jacobson attended the teacher's institute at Tacoma last week. Mr. Chas. T. Rinker and Miss Maude Rinker of Darrington, Wash., were guests at Conrad's last week. Mr. Wm. Stidham made a business trip to Conrad's Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon of Silver Lake were guests at Cedar Grove Farm Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. Harmon moved to their home in Tacoma last week. The Misses Mary, Minnie and Nettle Conrad, Miss Maude Rinker and Mr. Chas. Rinker motored to Camp Lewis and Tacoma Thursday of last week. Mr. Dahl Stidham made a business trip to Eatonville, Sunday. Master Wm. Smith was a caller at Cedar Grove Farm Sunday. The Misses Cora and Florence Golden attended the masquerade ball at Eatonville, Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. O. Russell, the Misses Mary and Minnie Conrad, Miss Minnie Jensen and Elve Russell motored to Eatonville Sunday. LOCAL AND PERSONAL HAVE SCARLET FEVER Fear of an epidemic of scarlet fever in Eatonville is aroused. Two cases are reported. They are at the Duke home in Eatonville. The house was quarantined when the health officer found yesterday that Arthur Duke and Vera Burns had the scarlet fever. All precautions are being taken to prevent the spread of the disease. Mrs. Geo. Primley of Sumner spent several days this week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Elmlund and Mrs. Primley's sister, Mrs. C. O. Jackson, in Eatonville. Norman J. Bruen, cashier of the Eatonville State Bank is spending a few days in Tacoma on business. Pg. 3, col. 6 Orrin Haynes and Ray Sherman have purchased a drag saw and gasoline engine. They are now able to deliver any quantity of good forest wood. Those who have bought wood from Messrs. Haynes and Sherman say it can't be beat. They split the wood so the customer doesn't have to break his back to complete the job. Pg. 4, col. 4 ROYCE FIREMAN HURT Fred Lensenring received a ful injury last Friday wh left foot was crushed, wh -gaged as fireman of the Royce Co. logging locomotive. The ground at the time -ed to remove a piece beneath a wheel o started so as to on top of Mr. Lensenring was taken to the where his wounds Amputation wa and Mr. Lensenring around on crutches. {The remaining part of this article is torn off.} </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, May 25, 1917

    <pre>THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, May 25, 1917 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 9/13/03 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. 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 Second Year, No. 40, May 25, 1917 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL FOR SALE 1 - 8 horse power boiler 1 - 6 horse power engine 1 - 3.5 x 4.5 x 5 Buffalo steam pump 1 - 12 inch wood pulley 2 - circular saws Cost new - $300; will take $125. Ben C. Ohneck, R. F. D. Eatonville. Adv. tf. Paid 4t. A very good crowd attended the masquerade ball last Saturday night at the Redman Hall. FISHBURNE WILL SPEAK Geo. P. Fishburne, U. S. ass't. dist. Attorney, will make an address at the Commencement Exercises of the Senior Class of the Eatonville High School, June 1st at 8 o'clock. Mr. Fishburne needs no introduction. He is known as one of the best in Pierce County, and is well worth hearing. Error in last issue of Dispatch stated Lee regular tires are guaranteed for 4,000 miles without a puncture. They are guaranteed to run 4,000 miles but not against puncture during that mileage. JUNE 5TH REGISTRATION DAY All men between ages of 20 and 30 years inclusive, must register with registration, (election) officials, Tuesday, June 5th. Those failing to do so are liable to a year in jail. Pg. 1. col. 2 KAPOWSIN 13 - EATONVILLE 6 Kapowsin won at baseball from Eatonville, last Sunday on the Eatonville diamond. Score, 13 to 6 in a game which was fast for this part of the season. The pitching of Len Callahan for Kapowsin was the feature of the game, he never lost his smile or control, allowing some four scattered hits during the game, gathered in a number of pop flys and a few hot grounders, together with some slugging of the old horse hide, made it look like he was playing the game for his own amusement. Eatonville used three pitchers, but could not stop Kapowsin. Clarence Williams started well and the game was very close until he weakened about the 3rd inning. McDonald replaced him, followed by Ward Nettleton. Kapowsin secured 15 hits. A large crowd witnessed the game. Ben Ohneck was an Eatonville visitor last Wednesday. The P. T. A. held its regular meeting, Tuesday afternoon at the Eatonville High School. Mrs. C. H. Wood presiding. An interesting program was given, with election of officers. Pg. 1, col. 3 NEWS FROM MINERAL Dr. F. J. Shadd spent a part of last week visiting old friends in Mineral. Little Florence Carrol of Auburn spent last week end with Margaret Miller. Mrs. P. LaChapelle of Tacoma was the guest of her daughters Grace and Florentine, last week. Miss May Mullen made a business trip to Tacoma, Friday, returning to Mineral, Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Adamy are receiving congratulations on the birth of a 10-pound son born to them May 18th. W. H. Dunlap moved his family to Carlson's Camp, Wednesday. Ed Scott left for Tacoma, Wednesday where he intends enlisting. Miss Ione Homles has as her guest, her mother of Seattle, Miss Homles will return to Seattle to spend her vacation with her mother. Mrs. R. Matthews and son Richard went to Elma, Monday for a two week visit with Mrs. Crane. Miss Grace LaChapelle has resigned her position as telephone operator. Mrs. Ida Moore will take the position. J. McStott and wife of Lowell are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter McStott. Wednesday evening, May 16th the Literary Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. Salstrom, honoring Mrs. Mark Stewart who was to leave for her new home in Seattle the following day. The evening was most pleasantly spent with games and music after which delicious refreshments were had. Those present were: Mesdames J. Woods, M. Woods, B. Toles, L. S. Gilbert, C. Gilbert, B. Anthony, R. Matthews, Ed. Treim, G. Salstrom and M. Stewart. Messrs. Ed. Treim, Jess Woods, M. Woods, and G. Salstrom. Mrs. W. Miller is visiting her sister Mrs. Pheobia Carrol of Auburn. Carl Soderquist made a business trip to Tacoma, Sunday, returning Monday. Miss Hjoris Erickson who has been the guest of her parents returned to Portland, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Dean and Mr. L. I. Walrath, motored to Eatonville, on Sunday. Mrs. Beachwood and niece Mrs. Duncanson of Tacoma spent the week end in Mineral. Pete Brown spent Monday in Tacoma. Mrs. Leona Blankenship of Morton is assisting Mrs. Carter in the Storm King Hotel. Mrs. Ethel Southerland of Tacoma is the guest of her sister Mrs. Al Nichols at this place. Miss Lizzie Myers of Elbe spent Saturday night with her friends in Mineral. Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Panky motored to the Big Bottom country Sunday. The little child of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Metzer died Monday night. Friends extend their sympathy to the bereaved ones. Mrs. L. I. Walrath is visiting her mother in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Toles, and Mr. and Mrs. M. Woods spent Sunday in Alder. Pete Brown and Miss Ester Bemis motored to Pleasant Valley, Monday evening. Mrs. Ed Mitchell of Tacoma spent Monday, in Mineral. Mrs. H. Ahlstrand is visiting in Eatonville this week. R. C. Wheeler made a business trip to Morton, Tuesday. Continued to col. 4 Mr. and Mrs. Joe Duncanson had as their week end guest Mrs. Montie Adams and children of Morton. Miss Grace LaChapelle is visiting her parents in Tacoma. The Literary Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. Salstrom, Wednesday, May 23rd. Mrs. Follett and children are visiting in Tacoma this week. Pg. 1, col. 4 NEWS FROM ALDER Announcement has been made of an important meeting of the Alder Commercial Club to be held at the Odd Fellows hall, Tuesday night, may 29th. At 8 o'clock. County Agriculturist Chas. A. Cole has promised to be present and the matter of farming will be thoroughly discussed. Everybody is urgently requested to attend this meeting. The dance given by the Novita Club last Saturday night was fairly attended, although there was room for a few more. Their next dance will be given sometime next month. Between fifteen and twenty will be effected by the conscription law recently passed by Congress. George W. Scurlock will be probably be appointed registration officer for June 5th the date set for registration of eligibles for war duty. The Odd Fellows have offered the free use of their hall for registration day. The next meeting of the citizens Water Association will be held at the Odd Fellows hall, Saturday night June 2nd. All members are requested to be present. A birthday party given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Boettcher, Sunday in honor of Carl Boettcher, Sr. in celebration of his 74th birthday. A large number of relatives and friends from Elbe, Ashford and Alder were present. Fred C. Duke went to the Eatonville Hospital Wednesday where he will undergo an operation for tonsillitis. Edwin Anderson of Eatonville has taken charge of the Powell-Poole Logging Camp at Alder. Miss Florence Toney and Annie Hotes went out for a horse-back ride, Wednesday afternoon. Hank Geirtz has rented the Davidson place. This makes three ranches that hank has rented thus far which indicates that there will be no food shortage in his family. Mrs. James O. Day has been here for the past few days visiting. Herman Kruse made a trip to Tacoma the first of the week. Mrs. I. Q. Freese went to Three Lakes Sunday where she will join her husband who is employed there by the Three Lakes Lbr. Co. H. J. Johnson, agent for the C. M. &amp; P. S. R'y. Co. returned from St. Paul where he was called two weeks ago on his death of his father. A. H. Shooter left here Thursday for Elbe where he will be employed by the Cedar Shingle Co. Dr. Bridge of Eatonville was a caller here Wednesday. Miss Gertrude Hefler went to Seattle the first of the week where she will spend a few days with friends. A. M. Perkins went to Tacoma Saturday to visit friends. George W. Scurlock made a trip to Eatonville, Wednesday. Hans Christensen has installed a gasoline pumping system on his ranch. Andrew Fyfe resumed his duties at the Nitrogen Plant at LaGrande the first of the week. Chas. Jensen went to Tacoma Tuesday on business. Pg. 1, col. 5 RED CROSS ORGANIZES HERE The Red Cross Society will organize an auxiliary in Eatonville, June 5th. A meeting will be held in the town hall on that date at 8P. M. Those backing the movement plan to get 100 members for the society. Mr. T. C. VanEaton has been working for the organization and has announced the following as members of the committee on organization. T. S. Galbraith; Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Nettleton; Norman J. Bruen; Mr. and Mrs. T. C. VanEaton. This is a temporary committee. Representatives from Tacoma of the Pierce County Red Cross will be at the organization meeting. The purpose of the Red Cross is not to be conflicted with duties of doctors and nurses. The auxiliaries merely perform such work as will be of assistance to the medical branch of the Red Cross service. One of the chief functions of the auxiliaries is to assist in financing the Red Cross work. All members pay $1.00 per year. The Red Cross is non sectarian, combats plague and disaster of all kinds in time of peace or war. Eatonville dollars will be part of the millions used to send skilled physicians and trained nurses to the battle fields, relieving the suffering of the wounded soldiers of all nations. It's the one bright ray of the terrible storm. Anyone can join. WOMEN'S SERVICE LEAGUE (By Mrs. Norman J. Bruen.) The object of the National League for Women's Service is to co-ordinate and standardize the work of women in America along lines of constructive patriotism; to develop the resources and to promote the efficiency of women in meeting their everyday responsibilities to Home, to State, to Nation and to Humanity, to co-operate with the Red Cross, the Army and Navy, and to deal with questions of women's work and women's welfare. The National headquarters of the League are in New York City, Mrs. Winfield Smith of Seattle is the Washington State Chairman and the Tacoma committee has charge of Pierce County. Representatives of the last have presented the cause to the women of Eatonville and vicinity. The local committee for this work consists of Mrs. Norman J. Bruen, Miss Myrtle Boone, Mrs. C. H. Elmlund, Mrs. O. LaBreche, Mrs. Geo. Scurlock, Mrs. Luther Wright and Mrs. Ed Williams. Some of the committee will be at the Bank, on Saturday from nine to five and every afternoon next week with the exception of Wednesday. It is hoped that the registration can be made as soon as possible, so sign now. There is no age limit, it costs nothing, interferes in no way with Red Cross work, and is not binding if future conditions are found impossible to fulfill. But it is one way in which women can show their patriotism. FORTNIGHTLY CLUB MEETS The Fortnightly Club was entertained at the home of Mrs. N. C. Christensen, Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Julius Mann was chosen as a delegate to the State Federation Convention at Yakima the first week in June. After the roll call was responded to by short sketches of the lives of musical composers, Mrs. Wood gave a paper on Liszt, the greatest musician of all times. The rest of the afternoon, Mrs. Luther Wright entertained in a delightful manner with musical interpretations. MUD LAKE NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Ed Reiter have as their guest for the week, Mr. Reiter's mother and sister of Tacoma. Mrs. H. Nachtengale had a motor car accident last Sunday. No one was injured. Mr. Esman was shopping in Eatonville, Saturday. James Jensen called at Conrad's Wednesday. Harry Reed was a caller at the Nachtengale home, Sunday. Mrs. John Hogansen called on friends at Clear Lake, Monday. Pg. 1, col. 6 NATIONAL NEWS Mrs. Arthur Borden entertained a party of ladies at her home on Thursday afternoon in honor of her sister, Mrs. Ray Wilson, who expects to leave Friday or Saturday for Doty where she will join her husband. Mrs. Dora Rausweiler entertained the members of the Ladies Aid and friends at her home, Wednesday afternoon. Delicious refreshments were served. Miss Alma Hamilton, one of the young ladies of National was married Friday, May 18th, to B. W. Davis (Buster) formerly of this place. They left immediately for California. They have the best wishes of all their friends in National. O. C. Hamilton was in Tacoma on business this week. Mrs. E. M. Schaefer and Mrs. Audley Butler drove to Tacoma on business Saturday. John L. Brady is the proud possessor of a "Dodge" car. Stumps and other things will move when this mighty logger gets the wheel and starts their way. G. W. Thomas has left National for Eatonville where he will reside for the present. L. J. Corneilus and family have moved to National from Ashford. Miss Vivian LaChapelle has gone to Tacoma for a visit. Dave Reynolds has returned to National to work. Miss Mae Lancaster celebrated her twelfth birthday, Tuesday by inviting a number of her friends to spend the afternoon at her home. Those present were: Misses Alfreta Brown, Beulah Brady, Mildred Allison and Mae Lawrence. NEWS FROM ASHFORD Mr. and Mrs. Jesse McCray are the proud parents of a baby boy born, may 23rd. Mr. Keith Brammer was called to B. C. by the illness of his mother. Mrs. Fred Ebert has been in Tacoma for the past week visiting friends. Mr. and Mrs. L. Adkins and Mr. Walter Hewitt and wife were visitors at mossy Rock for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson have moved into their new cottage. Mrs. Dawson, Miss Yocum and Miss Wold are visitors at the Allen home. Miss Johns who was in the general hospital for several weeks has returned and her health is much improved. Miss Merle Kensik of Everett was a visitor last week at the home of her grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hershey. Mrs. Melton nee, Miss Marie Braden who is now living in Lamonte, Ore. And has been married for over a year is the proud mother of a baby boy. Mrs. Byers, who is under the doctor's care is improving and able to take walks. Friends regret the death of Mr. Hoskins and the sympathies are with Mrs. Hoskins and daughter, Mrs. E. M. Logan. CHRISTAIN HILLBERG Passes Away. Ellis Hillberg received word on Sunday, from Wisconsin informing him of the death of his father, Mr. Christain Hillberg. Death resulting apparently from old age. Tho he had been failing for some time, death came as a shock to the family. Mr. Hillberg was 86 years of age. He leaves one son, Ellis Hillberg and two daughters, Mrs. Mattie Magard of Seattle and Mrs. Agnes Johnson of Wisconsin. He also leaves sixteen grandchildren and four great- grandchildren to mourn his loss. Pg. 2, col. 4 SILVER LAKE NEWS R. D. Everett of Centralia held services at the Silver lake school house, Wednesday evening. Mrs. Paul Nelson, Mrs. Ellis Hillberg and Mrs. Chas. Wing attended the funeral of Mrs. Pagel, at Eatonville, Wednesday. Mrs. Reeve entertained the Silver Lake Sewing Club, Thursday last. Ten ladies were present and all reported an enjoyable afternoon. A dainty luncheon was served by the hostess. Mr. and Mrs. Caudle and sons John and Alfred, and Lawrence Ellis left for Roosevelt, Wash., last Saturday. Mrs. Daisy Lowell and family of Harts Lake called on Mrs. Krones, Friday. Little Elsie May Marti of Eatonville, spent the week end with her aunt Mrs. Axel Berg. John Ellis left for Tacoma, Friday. He will be employed at one of the mills there. The "Pie" social given at Tanwax hall, Saturday evening was well attended. A nice program was given by the children. The sum of $27.75 was netted. Magua Hammer of Tacoma called at the Krones home last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Axel Berg and family spent Sunday at Swan Lake with relatives. Mrs. Anna Hammer was a Tacoma visitor last week. Mrs. Ellis Hillberg and daughter called at the Kregor home, Sunday. Paul Nelson transacted business in Eatonville Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon, Mrs. Larry Smith and children, motored to Tacoma Monday and attended the circus. Mrs. LeMaster Sr. of Tacoma spent the week end with her son Mr. K. L. LeMaster. Miss Fern Fenton spent Monday and Tuesday in Eatonville with her grandmother, Mrs. Duncan. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McTee and little son of Ohop spent Sunday, with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wesserling. Mrs. Nels Aspelund called at the Krones home, on Sunday. Pg. 2, col. 5 &amp; 6 ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEWS Earl Pravitz, Leon Williams and Ed Christensen enlisted Monday in the U. S. Quartermaster's department, in the wagon service. Harry Steere left Tacoma, Monday for Fort Lawton. He is with the U. S. aviation service. Vivian Selle of Kapowsin enlisted in the U. S. marines, Monday. Lilie Tatem of Tacoma visited her sister, Mrs. Fred Johnson over Sunday. Harvey Wheeler has been helping Ed Christensen with the City's Electric wiring this week. Young Harvey intends to become city electrician, when Ed goes to the front. Mr. Howey of Seattle came to Eatonville to work in the E. L. Co. Shingle mill. Miss Reiter and Miss Kreger of Swan Lake attended the dance at Eatonville, Saturday night. Martha Olson, Grace and Myrtle Cook of Elbe attended the dance here last Sturday evening. Nels Christensen and wife were Tacoma visitors last week. Pg. 3, col. 3 &amp; 4 CLEAR LAKE NEWS Twenty-five people attended Church Sunday. Clear Lakers are improving, may be it is the weather. Misses Guptil and Johnson of Eatonville, called at Clear Lake school Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Vance Golden spent Saturday and Sunday at LaGrande. Mrs. H. Nachtengale and Mrs. Fred Guske visited at school his week. Miss Mary Conrad has gone to Tacoma to stay for an indefinite time. Einar Larson was a visitor at Lone Maple Farm, Sunday. Several Clear Lakers motored to the Ball Game at Eatonville, Sunday. Mrs. N. P. Christensen called on Mrs. Conrad Thursday afternoon. Miss Clara Fredericksen made a business trip to Tacoma, Saturday. Thursday will be visiting day at school. Teacher and pupils will attend program and Picnic at Rainier school. Mrs. Conrad called at Cedar Grove Sunday. The closing school program will begin at eleven o'clock Sunday morning; picnic will follow immediately afterwards. Pg. 3, col. 4 ELBE NEWS NOTES Mr. John Bridges and partner are spending several days in Elbe in the interests of Weyerhauser and Co. Verna Horn was seriously ill last week and was taken to the Eatonville Hospital for treatment. Mrs. Horn her mother accompanied her; Verna was brought home a few days ago, but is still very sick. Henry Horn made a business trip to Tacoma, Wednesday afternoon. Jess Davis was a Tacoma caller Thursday. The shingle mill closed down Wednesday night owing to having no bolts. Roy Montague and John Lannigan are employed at the McDade Shingle mill. Mrs. Clara Kolb entertained a large number of friends at a birthday dinner Wednesday May 23rd. A great many gifts were presented Mrs. Kolb and a delightful afternoon was spent after a bountiful dinner served by the hostess. Mr. and Mrs. Bramlett were given a farewell party at the School Gym, Wednesday evening and a large crowd enjoyed the games and refreshments. Mr. Bramlett is leaving for Tacoma after having taught as Principal the past year in Elbe School. Many regret their leaving, as both Mr. and Mrs. Bramlett have many warm friends during their stay in Elbe. Mr. and Mrs. Bramlett left Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Sachs visited Mrs. Agnes Snow in Eatonville, Sunday and Monday of this week. Dan Sachs is employed at the McDade Shingle Mill. Mrs. Maze, Mrs. Campbell and daughter Catherine are spending some time in Tacoma and Seattle. Mrs. Engel and son Ray left on Thursday afternoon for Tacoma. Mrs. Pearl Engel had a misfortune Tuesday afternoon. While cleaning the bath-room walls of her home with gasoline, the gas proved too much for her, and she became unconscious and didn't succeed in recovering for over two hours. Mrs. Kate Borden came down from National and attended the funeral of Mr. Hoems last week at Mineral and is spending the week at the home of her son and family Mr. Lyman Borden of Pleasant Valley. Mrs. Arthur May has as her guest her sister, Miss Nellie Doolittle of Snohomish. Found-A day old calf. Owner can have same by paying for the care given to calf and this adv. Miss Hawkins, Elbe, Wash. Pg. 3, col. 5 LOCAL AND PERSONAL Miss Grace Murdock enjoyed having a call made of relations, from Tacoma, taking Sunday dinner with her. Clara Fredericksen of Clear lake spent Wednesday evening with her sister, Mrs. Larry Smith. Ed Christensen, Earl Pravitz and Richard Canty went to Tacoma this week to take the examination of the army. Ed and Earl passed the examination and will leave Eatonville in a few weeks. Mrs. Larry Smith and sons William and Orval attended the circus in Tacoma, Monday, returning home Thursday. Miss Jessie Murdock is the guest of her sister, Miss Grace Murdock, for a week or ten days. Mrs. Edith Ecklan and Mr. Richard Blow of Seattle and niece of Mr. Blow, Miss May Blow of Montana spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Brantner. Ward Nettleton returned home to spend the rest of his time until he is called out; he took the examination to enter service in the Marine Corps but did not qualify being light in weight and not tall enough. Pg. 3, col. 6 BENSTON NEWS The improvement club had a well attended meeting Sturday night. Mrs. Schmidt, Mr. and Mrs. Barton and Nelsine Denny visited with Denny's Saturday. Francis Carlson is able to attend school this week. Miss Airth entertained at dinner Sunday, Messrs. Gund, Roland and Murrell. The Tattler and James families enjoyed a picnic lunch and fishing trip Sunday. Mrs. Elhart called on Mrs. Denny Tuesday. Mrs. O'Neil of Tacoma spent the week end with Mrs. Schmidt. Mr. Carlson is home this week planting spuds and making garden. Mrs. Dickenson was a Kapowsin caller on Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm called on Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt, Thursday. John Tomchick is working at the Shingle Mill at Trout Lake. This world is a blame poor place for the ambitious man who was born tired. Pg. 4. all columns Advertising and articles from other papers. </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Aug 31, 1917

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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. 2, August 31, 1917 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL Ohop Ball club dance, Tanwax hall, Saturday, Sept 1st. Adv. No. 2- Mrs. Vales had company from Idaho last week. Mrs. George martin spent Friday and Saturday in Tacoma. The Royal neighbors will hold a picnic at the Beaver Trail Ranch, Sunday. A good time is in store for the neighbors and their friends. A wild cat with her kittens called at Geo. Martins last week and dined on an old turkey hen and seven young ones. Bill Marsh has closed his bakery and restaurant. Lack of business is the reason. He and Mrs. Drummond will leave Eatonville. Walter Schuh and Mr. and Mrs. Clampitt of Kapowsin were business visitors in Eatonville, Wednesday evening. Wednesday, "Clean-UP-DAY" was generally observed in Eatonville. The citizens gathered their rubbish together and the city team hauled the trash to the dumps. Younglove Grocery Co. has foreclosed a chattel mortgage on stock and fixtures of T. Stephens store in Eatonville. The amount is $2804.80. Sheriff's sale of the property will be held in Eatonville, Tuesday Sept. 4. Mr. Stephens is now employed by Christensen's Dep't. Store. Norman J. Bruen is now acting Scout master of Eatonville troop of Boy Scouts. Mr. Bruen takes the place of Rev. C. H. Wood resigned. The Scouts are organizing themselves into a volunteer fire department for Eatonville. They took their first lesson Wednesday evening. Mr. Bruen and Marshal Greene had the boys use the hose cart, which was taken to the hydrants, hose connections were made and water turned on. The boys took the old cart thro the streets at a swift gait and enjoyed the work. Much interest is being taken in the Knitting at the Red Cross, the ladies finding it very fascinating. Mufflers are being made which are very simple, being made in the ordinary knitting stitch, and are 10 inches wide and 58 inches long. Any one wishing to make the sweaters can do so they are a very simple sleeveless garment. Mrs. martin was unable to get the proper yarn for the socks but will be able to supply that in a few weeks. A call has been made for the operating gowns and the ladies in charge are very anxious to have a few more workers so that they can send them in on time. Two thousand sets of socks, sweaters, mufflers and wristbands are asked for October delivery from the Tacoma district of which Eatonville is an auxiliary. Any one having old linen, muslin or old stockings can dispose of them by sending to the Red Cross rooms at the High School, handkerchiefs 18x18 and tray cloths 14x14 are made from these. This is not particular work as they can be hemmed by hand or machine. &gt;From the old stockings, gun wipers are made, in fact any little soft piece of cloth 2x3 inches can be used for these. Pg. 1, col. 2 NEWS FROM MINERAL Mrs. J. D. Adamy and children were luncheon guest of Mrs. Wm. Toles, Friday. Dr. and Mrs. Shadd and daughter Beth of Selleck, and Mrs. hill of Seattle were in Mineral, calling on old friends, Sunday. They were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph DuGay. Mrs. J. R. James of Ladd was shopping in Mineral, Wednesday. Michael, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. Little had the misfortune of cutting his finger quite seriously with glass Saturday. Walter Schmidt who has been spending his vacation with his parents of this place left this week for Spokane where he reenters school. Mrs. M. Wood was hostess to the M. L. C. Wednesday afternoon. The club is planning a play for the near future. Dr. Pratt of Seattle was the week end guest of Dr. and Mrs. Ross. Mrs. C. Little and children left Wednesday for a visit with Mr. Little who is employed at the Army Post. Little Herbert Adamy underwent an operation, Sunday at the home of Dr. Ross who removed his tonsils and adenoids. Dr. Ross was assisted by Dr. Pratt of Seattle. Mrs. Jess Wood was a luncheon gust of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Wheeler Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. August Ahlstrand have as their guest V. P. Mahler of Mr. Vernon. Rest of the column is missing. Pg. 1, col. 3 NEWS FROM ALDER The meeting of the Alder Commercial Club held at the Odd Fellows hall last Saturday night was largely attended. The subject for discussion was the transportation of high school pupils to the Eatonville High School. Professor B. W. Lyons, the Superintendent of the Eatonville School, who was invited to attend this meeting was the principal speaker of the evening. The theme of his address was: "The greater need of an education for the boy and girl and of training him in a specialized course for which he or she may have a particular desire." Professor Lyons asserts that this training will assist the boys and girls in finding their bent in life and thus be better prepared to make their way in the world. Professor Lyons also spoke on the new law providing for the transportation of high school pupils but said that this law would not be operative in this district for the reason that we were considered a high school district, having established a two year course. Professor Lyon's talk was very interesting and was much appreciated by the large attendance. The question of abolishing the high school at Alder was then put up to the board of directors, but the board reminded the public that the contracts for the teachers for this term had already been signed and that it was impossible to give it any consideration at this time. they promised, however, to submit the question of abolishing the high school to the people at the next election and if the people vote to abandon the high school, provisions will be made for the transportation of pupils to the Eatonville school, for Etc. Remainder of column has been cut out. Pg. 1, col. 4 SPEEDWAY RACES LABOR DAY As Labor Day draws near interest in the two races to be held on the Tacoma Speedway on the afternoon of that day has begun to crystallize, and many are the enthusiastic comments on the quality of the card offered and the moderation of the prices of admission. Never before in the history of automobile racing on any speedway have two such attractive features been combined and the largest crowd in the local history of racing is expected to turn out. Event No. 1 on the program will be a match race between R. C. Durant the young millionaire pilot of the specially built Chevrolet racing car with which he created such a sensation on July 4th at Tacoma, and A. H. Patterson, the daring driver of the world beating Hudson Special, in which he won the big Pacific Coast Championship on July 4. These two drivers had the crowd on its feet most of the time on that day, and in the 25- mile match affair the excitement should. This is a special challenge match race for a side bet of $1,000, besides the purse offered by the speedway. The big race of the day will be the Army Post Special, a 100-mile Invitation race, to which ten invitations have been sent out. This Etc. Part of column missing. NEWS FROM SILVER LAKE Miss Martha Howe who is employed at the Lakewood Store left for her home, Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Golden of Hart's Lake and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McTee of Ohop called at the LeMaster home, Sunday. Miss May Krones spent Monday with Mr. and Mrs. Chris Leber at Tidewater. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nelson entertained at dinner Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Hanover and family of Seattle, Miss Lillian Hanover of Iowa, Geo. H. Nelson of American Lake and Mrs. Hillberg. Miss Bessie Fiander and Mrs. Parchel and family visited with Mrs. Henry Wesserling and Mrs. Frank Ellis one day last week. Those who called at the Krones home Sunday, were: Mrs. Florence Carpenter and family and Miss DuFresne of Sumner, Mr. and Mrs. Hall of Seattle and Miss Augusta Hammer. Mrs. Calloway of Eatonville visited with Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon and Mrs. Ellis Hillberg, Sunday and Monday with Mrs. Paul Nelson. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McCutcheon motored to Auburn, Monday. Those who spent Saturday in Tacoma, were: Mrs. B. C. Ohneck, and daughter, Mrs. Frank McTee and daughter, Mrs. Ed Ellis and children, Mr. and Mrs. Raddue, Mrs. John Jensen and family, Mrs. LeMaster and family, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ellis and family and Alfred Nelson. Continued to col. 5 Mr. Nels Aspelund is remodeling the school house. Miss May Griffith of Tacoma called at the Krones home, Monday. Miss Mildred Steere and Miss Dorothy Jones of Eatonville spent Wednesday with Mrs. Frank Ellis. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wesserling and family and Mrs. Richardson motored to Tacoma, Tuesday. Mrs. Bob Kreger spent Tuesday with Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Hillberg. Mr. and Mrs. Axel Berg and family were shopping in Eatonville on Tuesday. Pg. 2, col. 1 George Smith, son of Mrs. Harriet Smith, returned this week from Rim Rock, Wash., where he has been working for the government irrigation project. George will attend the Eatonville high school. Pg. 3. col. 4 CLEAR LAKE NEWS Mrs. J. N. Fredericksen made a short business trip to Tacoma last week. Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Calbot and family of Tacoma were visitors at Lone Maple Farm, last week. Miss Nettle Conrad has purchased a saddle pony. Mr. Hero Akin is spending a few days at Goldens this week. Mr. and Mrs. Conrad and family had as their guests this week, Mrs. E. Mathwig, Miss Ruth Mathwig, Mr. Herbert C. Posner of Puyallup and Mr. Irving H. Posner of Bremerton. Mrs. Andrew Jensen and Mrs. Harmen called on Mrs. Stidham, Tuesday. The Misses Cora and Florence Golden attended the Ringling Bros. Circus at Tacoma, Saturday. Mrs. Ward was a caller at Conrads Saturday. Mrs. Florence Golden visited her mother at Reed's pole camp, Wednesday of last week. The Misses May and Nettie Conrad and Dewey Fredericksen made a business trip to Ohop, Sunday. Mrs. Jacobson, the Misses Ethel and Mary Jacobson, the latter who is to teach the Clear Lake School this year, made a business trip to this territory, Monday. School will start September 4th. </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Sep 28, 1917

    <pre>THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Sep 28, 1917 Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 11/09/03 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. 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. 6, September 28, 1917 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL Sourkraut cabbage for sale, $1.00 per sack. Order your cabbage now before it is all gone. Ellis Hillberg, R. F. D. 1 - Eatonville, Wash. Jesse Petersen has written a letter to his parents, from the training camp in North Carolina. Part of the letter follows: "Have landed safe and sound in camp and like the life fine although we are having hard drilling at present and will have for some time, then away we go to France to kill the bloody Germans. Just as soon as I get my picture taken I'll send you one if it is the last thing I ever do. We are so busy as I said before that I hardly have time to write. I only have ten minutes to write this one so excuse the Bum writing." Jesse Petersen, Chauncey McFarland, George Skinar all of Eatonville have enlisted in one of uncle Sam's engineer corps. They are now stationed in North Carolina, receiving training before going across to the front. P. S. Petersen, father to Jesse, said this week. "Well, I don't like to think of Jesse going to war but by golly, I'd rather see him enlist than to get drug in. Didn't think it was in him. Guess he's a chip off the old block. Jesse will give 'em . . . . Two sacks of flour given away-Come to Redmen's hall Saturday evening, Sept. 29th. Mrs. Leslie Kipper has been quite ill. Her friends are pleased to hear of her recovery. Anton Mensik will race his gray mare in the Puyallup Valley Fair races. Anton says he'll beat the field. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Williams returned to Eatonville, last week from Soap Lake, Wash., where Mr. Williams went for his health. He is much better now. On their way from Soap Lake, Mr. and Mrs. Williams stopped in Everett where they visited their daughter, Mrs. Ray Bumstead. They also spent a few days in Kent and Tacoma before reaching home. Dance, Saturday night, Oct. 13, at Redman hall, Eatonville. Music by 4 piece orchestra. Admission $1. supper will be served. All invited. Adv. No. 6-1t. J. J. Harmon of the Puget Sound Marble &amp; Granite Co. spent the early part of the week in Eatonville. He set the monument, on the grave of Charlie Anderson, which Jack Christensen purchased, recently, from Mr. Harmon's company. The members of the H. O. A. Club wish to thank the public for their contributions, personal aid and also their patronage. The auction sale and bazaar was a complete success. The club cleared from the evenings entertainment, $35.10. The club also had $5.00 in the treasury. With this sum of $40.00 the girls have started a fund for a piano for the church. The young girls will begin the new year with renewed ambition. The first meeting will be Saturday, October 6, with Mrs. Coombs. All members are urged to be present and new ones are welcomed. Pg. 1, col. 2 NEWS FROM MINERAL Mr. and Mrs. G. Sallstrom and daughter returned home, Monday after spending a week with friends in Everett and Seattle. Mrs. Osborn, Mrs. A. B. Haried and son Donald of Morton spent the week end with friends here. Robert Matthews, C. Gilbert and C. Little made a business trip to Seattle, Monday. G. W. Armour made a business trip to Tacoma Monday. Miss Florestine LaChapelle under went an operation for tonsils and adenoids, Saturday in the Eatonville Hospital. Mrs. E. K. LaChapelle is substituting in the school-room for Miss LaChapelle. Mrs. R. Ross returned home Sunday after spending several days with her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Pratt in Seattle. R. C. Wheeler and C. Little made a business trip to Big Bottom, Thursday. Walter McStott who has been employed at the army post returned home this week. Mrs. B. Anthony was hostess for the M. L. C. Wednesday afternoon, the club was well attended and the following program given: "Wilson's Day" Roll Call answered by name of Cabinet members. Our President and his work-Mrs. R. C. Wheeler Wilson and the Suffragettes-Mrs. R. Matthews Our Flag-Mrs. E. K. LaChapelle Mrs. George Panky returned home this week from Elma, where she has been the guest of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. C. Little entertained as their guests, Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Cole and son Alvia. Little Miss Mary Hovden was hostess to a number of her friends, Tuesday afternoon honoring her third birthday. The afternoon was pleasantly spent in games and at a late hour a delightful luncheon was served. Teachers meeting of the Presbyterian Sunday School was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. Matthews, Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Wheeler had as their week end guests Mr. and Mrs. N. Martyn of Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. N. Shadbolt left this week for Tacoma where they will make their home. Mrs. R. Matthews, Mrs. M. Woods and Mrs. B. Anthony were afternoon guests of Mrs. Wm. Toles, Thursday. Jerry Ward is visiting friends in Mineral. Rev. Pamment is attending Presbytery at Sumner this week. P. T. A. will be held in Gym next Tuesday evening Oct. 2nd. Mrs. L. B. Panky made a business trip to Selleck this week. Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Lewis are delighted to learn they are located at National. J. D. Adamy has purchased a gasoline drag saw and will supply Mineral with good forest wood, this winter. Mrs. L. B. Panky was a Tacoma visitor Sunday. Mrs. Lewis Reedy was a guest of relatives in Tacoma, Sunday. Miss Hawkins of Elbe is caring for Miss Florestine LaChapelle during her illness. Mrs. Pat Plumley is visiting relatives in Oakland, California. W. F. Cayo motored to Tacoma this week. Continued to col. 3 Mr. and Mrs. Tomegiro Nakamichi are receiving congratulations on the birth of a son born Sept. 20th. Mrs. Ole Hoem expects to leave soon for southern California, where they will make their home. Pg. 1, col. 3 NEWS FROM ALDER Funeral services of Juvernia Hotes age 2 years, 6 months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Hotes, who died at the Lutheran Hospital, Des Moines, Iowa. Friday last week, was held at the Odd Fellows' Hall, Wednesday, at 2:00 P.M. The Rev. J. C. Reed of Tacoma officiating. She was buried in the family lot in the Odd Fellows' cemetery. Little Juvernia was taken ill five weeks since, with inflammation of the bowels. Although she made a strong battle for life, the task proved too great for her. Mrs. A. M. Bellamy entertained a number of the Alder ladies Thursday afternoon in honor of her contemplated marriage, the sixth of next month. She will be married to G. W. Stoner of Alder. Both have been residents of Alder for a number of years and have many friends here. John Hotes returned to Alder last week after an absence of three months during which time he has been working on a harvester, east of the mountains. Word has been received that William O. Hotes, formerly of Alder and since a resident of Vallejo, California, where he has filled the position of leader in the Vallejo Theater orchestra, is now training for a soldier at Camp Lewis, American Lake, having been sent there with the California contingent, the 19th, of this month. He writes that he will enter one of the regimental bands where he will play horn. Elmer Suderburg and Clarence Davidson who were drafted and successfully passed their first physical examination were certified by the District Board, Wednesday, their claim for exemptions being dis-allowed. They will probably be sent to Camp Lewis with the October 3rd, contingent. The Nisqually Shingle Co. have temporarily shut down their shingle mill owing to scarcity of timber. They will probably resume operations within two weeks. Geo. W. Scurlock went to Eatonville Tuesday on business. Mrs. I. Q. Freese will leave for Three Lakes next week to join her husband who is employed there by the Three Lakes Logging Co. M. J. McMillin returned from Tacoma Tuesday where he spent a few days visiting. A. Johnson left Wednesday for Tacoma where he will work as ship carpenter in the Wright ship yards. Herman Kruse's orchestra has been engaged to play at the Canyada hotel at LaGrande, Saturday night. ADDITIONAL LOCAL NEWS The Eatonville brass band met for practice, Monday and Thursday evening of this week. Mr. Frank Mann is Director. The T. &amp; E. Fair management desire the services of the band for the Fair which will be held Oct. 12, 13, 14 at the school grounds. Ten turned out for band practice. The band needs practice badly, after several idle months. FOR SALE-team, 2800 lbs. horses, one gray, 8 years old; one roan 10 years old. Fine work team, easy feeders. On account of going away will sell team and harness for $260 at our farm 3 _ miles from Elbe, Wn. Alfred J. Hoem, Box 82, Elbe, Wn. Adv. No. 6-tf John Galbraith, O. LaBreche and Wm. Parsons spent several days last week motoring through the Olympia and Port Angeles to Lake Crescent in Clallam county. They say the roads are excellent and the fishing good. They enjoyed the trip. Mr. LaBreche took about 40 pictures of different scenes, which he says are fine. Be patriotic-Attend the series of card parties given by Degree of Pocahontas for the benefit of Red Cross. Pg. 1, col. 4 NEWS FROM ELBE Mr. Adam Sachs has purchased and placed a new wood machine on his land near Elbe this week. Mrs. Maude Montague and daughter Josie made a business trip to Tacoma Monday. Mrs. Levant Hill of Park Junction entertained the Ladies' Literary Club Wednesday, Sept. 26. the ladies spending the time between trains in the regular manner preceded by a bountiful dinner prepared by the hostess. A good number were present and enjoyed the out-of-town trip. Miss Bell Lutkins enjoyed the honor and privileges of a trip to the fair at North Yakima to compete in the School contests. Miss Lutkins reports a splendid time and as further reward she obtained the second prize in mending and darning. Elbe people are very proud of her success. The committee of the contest has also written a very complimentary letter as to Miss Lutkins' work and states that Elbe School should be proud of her ability. Several from Elbe attended the Hoems' auction sale held Saturday Sept. 22nd at Pleasant Valley. Elbe can raise 'spuds' even though there be war. Mr. Olson has several splendid specimens to prove this in Mr. Hardy's window that were grown on a piece of ground near Elbe. Mrs. Lambert was a Tacoma visitor the first of the week. Mrs. G. A. Baker returned to her home last week after spending some time near Orting. Mr. Harry Jensen is sending several of his paintings to the Fair this week. Mr. G. G. Hardy, Mrs. Maude Montague and children spent Sunday at the home of Mrs. Lyman Borden and family of Pleasant Valley. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Sensabaugh and family, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Borden of National, spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Borden of Pleasant Valley. HERE ARE THE NEW GAME LAWS colums 4, 5, and 6 pg. 1, col. 6 LYCEUM ENTERTAINMENT PLEASES EATONVILLE The Montague Light Opera Singers, the first entertainers of the Redpath Lyceum course to be given this winter in Eatonville High School Auditorium, Thursday evening, Sept. 27. The auditorium was crowded, with an audience that enjoyed the performance as much as any entertainment ever given locally. The singing was good, each member of the Montague's being possessed of rare voices, well trained, and all having very pleasing personality. Althea Montagues contralto and reader, delighted the audience with her recitations and singing. She was very pleasing. Hayden P. Thomas, sang bass and he is 'some' bass. He added fun to the program. John Eichenberger, tenor, scored the hit of the evening in his Italian character song. Forest Hutton, lyric soprano rounded out the quartet of vocalists. The evening's program was varied so as to show the accomplishments of the Montagues and was concluded with a musical sketch from the light opera "The Mikado". The evening was worth while, giving Eatonville a brand of clean entertainment far beyond it's size, only possible by cooperative effort such as has been made, insuring the necessary financial success of the venture. The next number of the Redpath lyceum attractions will be given Dec. 11, showing M. M. Wood, noted inventor. Jan. 29, The Rob Roy Quartet appear and Eugene Laurant, magician closes the season, March 20. As an added attraction, the backers of the Lyceum have arranged with Mrs. Luther Wright to put on a home talent show, Nov. 1. this is included with the season Lyceum ticket. A few tickets remain unsold after which it is possible further tickets will be unobtainable on account of lack of room in the auditorium. Pg. 2, col. 3 NEWS FROM SILVER LAKE Mrs. Nels Aspelund entertained the Silver lake Sewing Club, Thursday. 15 ladies were present. Mrs. John Jensen spent Saturday in Tacoma. Mrs. Kjelstad, Mrs. Herman Anderson and Mrs. Malin of Ohop spent Thursday with Mrs. Nels Aspelund. Misses Bessie and Clara Jensen spent Sunday at the Ellis home. Mrs. Fred Guske of Mud Lake spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Ellis Hillberg. Mr. and Mrs. Axel Berg were shopping in Eatonville, Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. K. L. LeMaster spent Wednesday in Eatonville. Mrs. Chas. McTee and son William of Ohop spent Thursday with Mrs. LeMaster. Mr. and Mrs. George Post, Adolph Schmitz and Miss May Krones of Tacoma, called at the Krones home Sunday. Chas. Haberland, Chas. McTee and Clifford Manning were called to the last draft call. Mrs. Axel Berg and Mrs. Ellis called on Mrs. J. D. King, Tuesday. RED CROSS DANCE The Ladies Sewing Circle of Silver Lake will give a dance Saturday, Nov. 3rd, at Tanwax hall to raise money for the Red Cross Society. Admission will be $1.00. All invited. NOTICE TO CREDITORS-No. 11384. In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for Pierce County. In probate. In the matter of the estate of Carl Peter Anderson, Deceased. Notice is hereby by the undersigned executrix of the estate of Carl Peter Anderson, deceased, that she has been duly appointed and has qualified as such executrix; and all person having claims against said estate are hereby notified and required to serve the same on the undersigned executrix or on the undersigned attorneys of record for said executrix, and file same with the clerk of the above entitled court together with proof of such service, within six months after the date of the first publication of this notice or be forever barred. Date of the first publication of this notice being the 28th day of September, 1917. Betsey Anderson, Executrix of said estate. Carroll &amp; Stewart, Attorneys for said executrix, Address: 407 Equitable Building, Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Sept. 28-Nov. 2 Pg. 3, col. 4 CLEAR LAKE NEWS Mrs. Fred Guske and Mrs. G. V. Golden were callers at Conrad's Thursday of last week. Mr. Williams Stidham and Clyde Stidham made a business trip to Eatonville, Sunday. Mrs. Andrew Jensen's mother, Mrs. John Aitken of Bellingham arrived at Clear Lake, Monday for an indefinite stay. Mrs. H. Nachtengale was a Clear lake caller, Tuesday. Mrs. Carlson and baby, of the North Coast Logging Camp have returned to their home at Deming, Wash., for an indefinite stay. Mrs. Hilda Rinker and Mrs. John E. Rinker of Darrington, Wash. and Mr. Herbert Posner of Puyallup, Wash. were week end guest at Conrads. Miss Nellie and Master Rufie Nachtengale are spending this week at Golden's. Mrs. Nachtengale was called to Port Townsend as her daughter, Mrs. Lester McGregor had to undergo an operation for appendicitis. The Misses May, Minnie and Nettie Conrad, Miss Minnie Jensen, Mrs. Hilta Rinker, Mrs. A. B. Conrad and Mr. John e. Rinker motored to LaGrande Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. William McCutcheon and Mr. Stinnett were business callers at Cedar Grove Farm, Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Harmon and Mr. Tom Jones motored to Snoqualmie Falls, Sunday. Mrs. Joe Lang called at Golden's Sunday. The Misses Mary and Minnie Conrad of Clear Lake and Mrs. Hilta Rinker and Mr. John Rinker of Darrington, Wash. motored to camp Murray, at American lake, Monday. Mr. G. V. Golden left for Tacoma to accept a position on Wednesday. Miss Florence Golden and Mr. Joe Lang motored to Tacoma, Saturday. Pg. 4, col. 3 LOCAL AND PERSONAL The Brantner family had as their week end guest, Mr. Warreth Requa of Seattle. Mr. Requa has joined the Navy as a musician. Miss Naomi Light, teacher of the Edgerton school will attend the Lyceum course attractions, this winter, in Eatonville. Help put High cost of Living by winning some of the prizes given by the Pocahontas at the Red Cross parties. A reception was held at the high school last Friday evening for the Eatonville school teachers. </pre>

  • Story: TNT Band

    <p>Entertainment was a bit different back in the 1920s. There were no streaming movies or iPods, but there was live music. Here is an Eatonville dance band &mdash; the TNT Band &mdash; that at least performed one Monday night.</p> <p>Band members here were:<br> &bull; E. Hillberg on bass drum<br> &bull; Charley Williams on snare drum<br> &bull; Canty with tuba<br> &bull; Leon Williams, slide trombone<br> &bull; F. Dunkhorst, conductor<br> &bull;&nbsp;F. Canty &ndash; french horn (alto)<br> &bull; Dave Peterson, cornet<br> &bull;&nbsp;Axel Green, cornet<br> &bull; H. Hekel, instrument in case</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div style="width: 310px;"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1103" title="Monday Night Entertainment in Eatonville ca. 1920s" src="http://eatonvilletorainier.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Williams-Pratt-Duke-Meddaugh-Pictures-160-300x227.jpg" alt="Monday Night Entertainment in Eatonville ca. 1920s" width="300" height="227"> <p>Monday Night Entertainment in Eatonville ca. 1920s</p> </div> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div style="width: 310px;"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1502" title="Eatonville Dance Band, Little TNT Band" src="http://eatonvilletorainier.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Eatonville-Dance-Band1-300x237.jpg" alt="Eatonville Dance Band, Little TNT Band" width="300" height="237"> <p>Eatonville Dance Band, Little TNT Band</p> </div> <p><em>Picture courtesy of Rich &amp; Ruthie Williams and Pat Van Eaton.</em></p> <p><em>&nbsp;</em></p> <p><em>http://eatonvilletorainier.com/?p=1102<br></em></p>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Oct 12, 1917

    <pre>Contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by E. Ruth Brewer brewerer@att.net 11/15/03 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. 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. 8, October 12, 1917 Eatonville, Pierce County, Washington Pg. 1, col. 1 LOCAL AND PERSONAL The Ladies Sewing Circle of Silver Lake will give a dance Saturday, Nov. 3rd at Tanwax hall to raise money for the Red Cross Society. Admission will be $1.00. All invited. Dance-Grand Old Time Ball, Oct. 20, at Fix hall, Kapowsin, given by Mr. Tahoma Homestead, No. 5804. Brotherhood of American Yeoman. Everyone invited, admission $1. Adv. No. 8-1t. Masquerade Dance, Royal Neighbors Oct. 27. Lyon&#39;s orchestra. Supper 35 cts. plate. All welcome. Adv. No. 7-3t Luther Wright is employed as meat cutter at the Model Market. A baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Severson of Tidewater, Wednesday morning. James Carlson and C. A. Nettleton attended Masonic Lodge at Kapowsin Wednesday evening. Fred Fredericksen, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Frederickson of Clear Lake, is one of the selective draft men. Fred has been on a ranch near Grandview, Wash. for several months. He was one of the Yakima county quota. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our friends for the kindness shown us during the loss of our beloved husband, father, and brother. Also for the many beautiful floral offerings. Mrs. Leslie Tice, Sallie Tice, Carl, Claude and John Tice. The Ladies Aid of Eatonville will serve lunch in the Gym Friday and Saturday, at the Fair. Bring your family to the Fair at Eatonville, Sunday October 14th. CLEAR LAKE NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Frederickson and Mrs. Larry Smith were among the guests at Fredericksen&#39;s on Sunday. Mr. Clyde Stidham made a business trip to Eatonville, Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. H. Nachtengale motored to Eatonville, Sunday evening. Mrs. Nachtengale says her daughter, Mrs. Lester McGregor who underwent an operation for appendicitis is recovering splendidly. The preaching services held at the school house Sunday was well attended. Services will be held again at the regular time, 1:30 P. M. on October 21st. Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Fredericksen attended the Puyallup Valley Fair, Thursday of last week. Mrs. Mary Jacobson attended Teachers Institute and fair at Puyallup Friday of last week. Miss Minnie Conrad is spending a few days at Mrs. H. Holz this week. Continued to col. 2 Mr. G. V. Golden returned home from Tacoma, Monday. Mr. Joe Lang called at Golden&#39;s Sunday. Mr. J. Olden is sawing wood at Fredericksen&#39;s this week. Mr. Clyde Stidham and Mrs. Stidham attended the Fair at Puyallup, Sunday. Pg. 1, col. 2 NEWS FROM MINERAL Ed Edmonson purchased a new 1917 model Ford last week. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Wood entertained Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Adamy and sons, Mrs. G. A. Sallstrom and G. Tarr, Sunday at luncheon. Mrs. A. Mauson of Adna is the guest of her sister Mrs. J. D. Adamy. Mrs. C. Bemis left Wednesday for Tacoma to visit her daughters who are attending school at that place. Mr. W. Armour made a business trip to Tacoma, Wednesday. Mr. Harris of Camp Lewis and Miss Audrey Crain of Elma spent Sunday with the latter&#39;s sister, Mrs. Matthews. Mrs. Geo. Pankey was in Tacoma Monday having some dental work done. Dr. and Mrs. Ross spent the weekend in Seattle. Mrs. Mattie Osborn returned to her home in Morton, Monday. Mrs. W. Dean and daughter were in Tacoma Tuesday having dental work done. Ed Little of Tacoma arrived in Mineral Tuesday. Mrs. Crowell of Tacoma was a week end guest of her sister, Mrs. Wheeler. The Home Talent play given by the M. S. C. in Morton, Friday evening was well attended. The club was highly entertained at the home of Mrs. A. B. Haried after the play. Mr. Roy Archer of Tacoma is visiting her mother, Mrs. Naslund. Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Sallstrom and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Wood and son and Mrs. J. L. Wood motored to Tacoma, Thursday. The Mineral high school girls will play basket ball with the Morton high school girls at Morton, Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Duncanson have as their guest the former&#39;s sister of North Yakima. R. C. Wheeler made a business trip to Tacoma Sunday, returning home Monday. M. S. C. met with Mrs. G. Pankey Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. W. Dean, Miss Hilda Odean, Mr. W. Shields attended the dance at Eatonville, Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Johnson went to Tacoma Sunday. The former will consult a physician. Mr. and Mrs. L. I. Walrath and Mrs. Mattie Osborn returned home from Tacoma Sunday. Mr. Writtenhouse of Iowa was the week end guest of Mr. and Mrs. L. I. Walrath. Mr. and Mrs. E. K. LaChapelle motored to Morton Sunday to visit the latter&#39;s parents. Pg. 1, col. 3 NEWS FROM ELBE Mrs. Dan Auvil and children are visiting friends in Tacoma this week. The depot agent and family received a telegram announcing the death of his father in Nebraska last Friday morning and they left for the East the same evening, to be gone a month. Mrs. Dennis is visiting friends in town this week. Mrs. Alice Borden of National spent last week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Borden of Pleasant Valley. Roy Montague is spending this week at home but plans on returning to his work Sunday in the Edgewick Shingle Mill. Henry Horn returned to Elbe the first of the week after having been absent several weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Levant Hill of Park Junction did shopping in Elbe Saturday evening. A large crowd of Elbeites attended the Puyallup Fair last Friday. Mrs. Fred Romanesko of Pleasant Valley was a caller in Elbe Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Clara Kolb and Miss Marie Lutkins were visitors in Tacoma for several days last week. Mr. Dawson who has purchased the cottage formerly owned by Andy Vitcovich has been remodeling the house and building a new wood shed which adds to its appearance considerable. Baby Lewis Whitney has the whooping cough. Grace McQueen has been very sick for several days. Mrs. Joan Horn and mother, Mrs. Moriarity are visiting in Tacoma this week. Mrs. Frank Kennedy has returned to her home in Elbe after having cooked at McDade Shingle Camp for several weeks. Joyce Kellar has been on the sick list the past week. Mrs. Maze and son Herbert, also Mrs. Whitney and children called on Mrs. Harry Holt Sunday afternoon. The entertainment given by the Rebekah&#39;s Saturday evening Sept. 29, was a decided success. A large crowd enjoyed the &quot;chicken supper&quot; and program given by the Alder &amp; Elbe Rebekahs. Visitors were present from Eatonville, Mineral, Pleasant Valley, Alder, National and Ashford. One of the particular attractions was the mock initiation of two brother Odd Fellows into the Rebekah Degree. The Ladies Literary Club was entertained by Mrs. P. C. Lambert, Wednesday P. M. NEWS FROM SILVER LAKE Miss Bessie and Clara Jensen spent Sunday with Fern Fenton. Mr. Arthur Berg of Alaska spent the week end with his father. Mr. Jimmy Mattix of Seattle, spent the week end with his mother Mrs. George Kregor. Mrs. John Jensen killed a large bear Monday. The bear weighed 300 pounds. John and Lawrence Ellis attended the dance at Eatonville Saturday evening. Mrs. Axel Berg spent Sunday with relatives at Swan Lake. Mr. Ellis Hillberg is busy digging his potatoes. Some of his potatoes are so large that he needs the team to pull them out, he says. Mr. and Mrs. Frank McTee have returned to their home from the mountain, bringing a deer and a bear with them. Continued to col. 4 Nearly everybody here attended the Puyallup Valley Fair, Friday. There was no school so all the children could go. Llewellyn Williams of Camp Lewis spent the week end with his sister Mrs. Barney Reeve. Roy Beckwith is hunting in this vicinity this week. Alfred Nelson and Frank Ellis were two happy fellows, Sunday. They bagged the limit of china pheasants. Pg. 1, col. 4 T &amp; E ATTRACTIONS MANY The 3rd annual fair of the Tacoma Eastern Fair Association at Eatonville, started off with enthusiasm this morning or to be more exact, Thursday morning, when the exhibits began coming in. Exhibits take in a wider scope of territory than previous fairs. The Clear Lake and Swan lake Schools have excellent displays. Alder and Kapowsin are well represented. The noticeable thing of this year&#39;s fair is the quality and class of exhibits, showing much greater care in selections, especially in the fruits, grains and vegetables. Prof. Lyons says that each year makes exhibitors more capable in their selections and in preparing them for exhibition. Almost every kind of fruit, vegetable and meat is displayed, preserved in jars by the local housewives. John Geisey&#39;s vegetable display is worth seeing. You can&#39;t miss it. You will see in one exhibit 6 large pumpkins raised from 1 pumpkin seed. The products of the local school manual training department are on display. You should see the boys complete electric power house, with a regular mountain as a mere trifle which the boys build inside the Gym for their power system. Prof. B. Lyon with Otto Haynes have an excellent display of animal&#39;s furs and skins, which makes quite a collection. The poultry exhibit is good. The collection of hogs is varied, showing some good stock. There is plenty of fancy work, cooking of all descriptions to please the critical housewives with many products of the kids on display. Last but not least are the side shows and concession which add to the fair and carnival spirit. The Fair is worth the time and price, and early indications point to a large attendance. L. C. TICE KILLED AT NATIONAL Leslie C. Tice was fatally injured at the Pacific National Lumber Co.&#39;s Mill at National, Wednesday Oct. 3rd. He was &quot;Crane&quot; operator, and accidentally fell, crushing his skull and sustaining other serious injuries. He was rushed to the Eatonville hospital, but his injuries were such, that he passed away the following morning. The funeral was held at the Union Chapel, National, Sunday last, Rev. John Brady, officiating. The pall bearers were: Chas. Shafer, George McCray, Henry Goodwin, Russel Workman, Grover Longmire. Burial was in Bethel Cemetery, Mineral. A. W. Merrow of Eatonville was in charge of funeral arrangements. Mr. Tice was 30 years of age, born in Clinton, Indiana, came to Washington 4 years ago, and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. Besides his widow, and small daughter, Lorine, he leaves to mourn his loss, 3 brothers and 1 sister: John Tice of Oregon, Claude and Carl of Ashford, and Mrs. Alice Pickerell of Terre Haute, Indiana. Vaccination for protection against small-pox was discovered in 1796 by Edward Jenner-a young apprentice to a county doctor. Cowpox was prevalent among the cattle in the district in which he lived. A country girl whom he met declared that she was no longer subject to small-pox because she had contracted cowpox in her work about the dairy. Jenner was interested; he experimented and performed his first vaccination, which was successful. Pg. 1, col. 5 BENSTON NEWS The Benston Improvement Club held its monthly entertainment Saturday night. A large crowd was present and an enjoyable time was spent by all. Nearly every family in Benston attended the Fair at Puyallup. Mrs. A. Barbezat made a trip to Tacoma, Saturday. Francis Anderson is home from Camp Lewis for an indefinite stay. Mr. and Mrs. Rolman have rented the H. P. Sorenson place. Fred Lipke and Grandma Lipke and Mrs. Hugo Schmidt called at the Peterson home at Ohop Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Kimble and children spent the week end in Seattle. Miss Ruth Morekel spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents in Tacoma. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lipke entertained at dinner Sunday their nephew, Chester Renchler of Regents Park. Mr. and Mrs. Sherwood have as their guest Mr. Sherwood&#39;s father. Miss Annie Airth, formerly the principle of Benston school attended the Club Saturday night, as the guest of Mrs. Wilber James. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Schuh of Kapowsin attended the Club, Saturday night. Mr. and Mrs. Dickenson called at the home of Olof Malcom, Monday. The H. O. A. Club met with Mrs. R. W. Coombs Oct. 6th, with an unusually large attendance. The visitors were: Mrs. Byron Royce, Mrs. Claude Wiseman, Mrs. Harry Seely and Mrs. Robert Wilson of Tacoma. Mrs. Robert Wilson formerly an Alaskan missionary for 15 years, kindly offered prayer for the little ones. Next meeting will be with Mrs. P. S. Peterson Oct. 20th. Pg. 2, col. 3 The town of Eatonville needs a new national flag. The old flag is in tatters due to long exposure. It will be possible to get the new flag but some care should be taken of it after it is put up, otherwise the new flag would soon become like the old one, a faded rag. Pg. 3, col. 4 Chas. Marshall of Mineral was in Eatonville, Wednesday. He met with the Eatonville Commercial Club which took up the matter of the government purchasing horses in Portland and not having any place in Washington where horses can be inspected. Steps will be taken to make a change in this practice. </pre>

  • Story: THE EATONVILLE DISPATCH, Eatonville, Washington, Mar 1, 1918

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