The Tennessean from Nashville, Tennessee • Page 2

NASHVILLE TENNESSEAN and The Nashville American, SATURDAY MORNING, JUNE 3, 1916. PROGRESSIVES STRIPES AND PRESIDENT OF CONFEDERACY WHOSE RYE'S APPOINTEE IS ENTITLED TO RECEIVE PAY HOUSE PASSES LARGEST NAVAL BILL IN HISTORY HONORED TODAY IN SOUTH LIFE IS Whose life with its excellent OF STATE MEET IN CONVENTION "We9 re Going to Chicago to Nominate Roosevelt," Says Member. John Trotwood Moore of Nashville will be temporary ijhalrmnn and Alfred L. Flowell of Nashville, permanent chairman Kf the state convention of the progressive urn whiaii meets this morning at 11 o'clock at the Hotel Hermitage, c. M.

Cullender of Columbia, will be temporary secretary and K. L. Angle? of Chattanooga, permanent secretary. The most important business or the meet ing will be the selection of delegates to the national convention. The delegates will probably leave for Chicago In a special car tonight.

A party of about a dozen delegates to the convention arrived In Nashville Friday night from Memphis. There were many other arrivals from different parts of the state We are going to Chicago to nominate Roosevelt," said a prominent member of the Memphis delegation Friday night. OBITUARIES MRS. ALLEN'S REMAINS ARRIVE HERE TODAY The remains of Mrs. James W.

Allen, who died In Chicago Thursdav nicht. will arrive In Nashville this morning ut 8 o'clock and will be carried to the West Knd Cathedral where they will remain until o'clock, at which time the funeral services will be held with requiem high mass. The remains will he interred ut Ml. Olivet cemetery. The burial being priYiue.

The following friends will serve ns nail hearers: Tavel Plckirrd. B. F. DaugUB, Dr. C.

Morrow. Sum N. Horwood, Dr. u. cuyce anu J.

u. Daniel. MRS. SUE MALONE CAIN CALLED BY DEATH The death of Mrs. Sue Malone Cain, a former resident of Nashville, will be a I source of sorrow to her many friends and relatives In this city.

She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. B. M. Mason, at Prospect. Friday morning at 4 clock.

She is survived bv four children. Stlth M. Cain and Heurv B. Cain of Nushville, O. W.

Cain of Seattle, und Mrs. B. M. Mason of Prospect. The interment will take place this afternoon at Athens, Mrs.

Coin's girlhood home. ShC WaS a WOman nf nmteuril and during her residence In Nashville waa an ardent member of the Tulip Street cnurcn. Who was the possessor of all the splendid attributes that go to make a beautiful Christian woman, and the influence of her llfn n-in example for others. ho'5c' fee!" nlles on th" juiiu, JLOUrSdav Ptnnlm. v.l.s'7,aJfu charter member of the ncrious fliiocii in ins manv friends In this comniuultv.

He is survived hv hi. "-i E. Savage; four daughters. ii i IUIS ''llv Izo- llll Good loo nf DiHnnafliir. i J.

J. Flfllllllirilll nf I'nrt rr- and two sons. Tllfnt-H lui. uuhu umuur irom Mammon chapel Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. The "in ne iu cue Mammon burial MRS.

MARGARET RRnnivn uvtuu Mrs. Margaret Redding Helms. 45 years mci. wmowr or uev. w.

T. Helms, died a the home of her daughter. Mrs. R. inompson, near Oimtersville, Friday morning after a lingering Illness.

She is survived by three children, two sons and one daughter. The funeral services will uc tiuiiuuiiciMj inter. CHILD WIFE IS DENIED RELEASE FROM CONVENT Thirteen-Year-Old Bride Wants to Return to Husband. LOUISVILLE, June 2. (Special.) Judge Robinson of the criminal court today dented a writ of habeas corpus for tho release of Rosa Blair Marshall, child-wife of Joseph J.

MursUiiU, from the convent of the Sisters of the Good Shepherd. After Judge Robinson had delivered hla decision, the wife, years old, held a short conference with her husband, who Is 5ff venrs old, but was soon token from the courtroom by Juvenile court officers. She hurst into tears as she left the room, saying Bbe did not want to retun to the convent. JEFFERSON DAVIS virtues, its splendid achievements and ennobling sacrifices, will be honored today memorial tributes by his loving and grateful people. BRUISES ON GIRL'S BODY M.

H. Wright Charged With Cruel Treatment of Little Daughter. a The trial dPf M.H. Wright, painter charged with cruel treatment to his little Ar-old daughter, wai postponed un- I II fliin Mi1nn nf the ltr nnpl 'SJ Wright was arraigned before Judge Madl-Hon Wells Friday mornlngl but on account of the defendant's plea for postponement, the caae was continued until thia morning. Wright's little daughter appeared tn court Friday na prosecutor and told a piti ful story of how futher had brtt and whipped her.

She exhibited Htripes and brulsea on her body, which she claimed were inflicted by her father. The case was one of the most pathetic that has come before Judge Wells, and tears wen 'brought to the eyes of many spectators In the courtroom during the bild's testimony. Wright was arrested by Juvenile Offi cers Dorum und Eaton on complaint of neighbors tn tho vtciulty of Wrlght'i home, who atso appeared In court at the trial. INDIANA MAN'S KXl'KItlKNCK Frank Mosely, Moore's Hill, writes: I was troubled with almost constant pains In my aides and back and attributed to weakening or my kidneys. I cot a package of Foley Kidney Pills.

Great re ef was apparent after the first flonen. und In 48 hours all naln left me." If von hnve rheumatism, backache, swollen, aching oints or stiff, painful muscles, whv not try Koiey h.lduey l'llls? They stop sleep disturbing bladder ailments, too. I'Uge MDIl CO. (AaT.J RAILROADS TO FIGHT EMPLOYES' DEMANDS NEW YORK. 2.

Every point in iac iicmnnns mane ny tne lour leading or gauuationa or ran roan employes upon virtually all the rail lines of the United States for a basic eight-hour work day will be sharply contested. It became apparent here today at the second conference between yw nineteen officials representing the roads and the delegates of the labor organizations. Acting as spokesman for iiib iiBsuciitien, s. n. imrronon, president of the Order of Railroad Conductors.

read Into the record the formal request ror au lour nay ana toe sunnie menturr demands of the men. As each clause was read. Kllaha Lee. chairman of the railroad committee, and nis associates asKea questions uesigueu to bring out lta exact meanlns. There were several sharp disputes as to present working conditions.

The employes made It clear that In their demands for an eight-hour day they would not submit to any reduction in the present wage scneuute tor nine, ten or more nours. It a so was said the men were not anxious for One of the labor delegates asserted they would be well sat Isfled with eight hours work In every tweniy-rour. One of the most difficult points to set tle, apparently, will bo the eight-hour day us it applies to train crews. Freight traffic only la involved, with time to be based on lengtn or run ana mileage per hour, AUCTION SALE TODAY AT EDENWOLD STATION This morning at 10:30 o'clock the sale of lots at Edeuwold Station, on the Gallatin Interurbau line, will be held and what tiro ml ses to he one of the best an tlon. sales ever held in Davidson "Voupty.

is exnected. This suburban nronertv. con- slstlng of 170 acres, dlrlded Into twenty tracts, Is ideally located and has plenty of forest Hhnde and hlueoTUsa and Is onlv thirty minutes' ride from the heart of the my, no nctter suournuu location couiu be sought than this property, ns it is con venient to city schools and churches and has also good schools und churches in the neignnornoou. At 2 o'clock In tho afternoon nine acres divided Into two tracts will he sold. This property is in wnat is Known as tne Altu Loma subdivision.

Just opposite Eden- wold and Is high and level and will make idem Homes. A blit barhecue will be furnished on the grouuns ana conveyances win leave from ueortre i. wauuev son una uavis.irnek:- rill-Flnegan the agents' office, at iu o'ciock, or rne saie can ne reached by taking the Gallatin car at 11 The terms of this sale will be one-fourth casu, balance in one, two and three years. INTERESTING FLOAT FOR WEST NASHVILLE The West Nashville float in thn nre paredncas parade today will be the work of Mrs. W.

L. Arnold. The flont will represent Liberty nnd Justice and will have fortV-elffht chllrlnul of West ISTiiahv-IIln seated upon It. MnsGlndts Payne of New urieans, jura. Arnom niece, win represent Liberty nnd Mrs.

Elisabeth Gunther will ba Justice. Mrs. Arnold and Mrs. Gunther will march In front of tho float. ROTARIANS URGED TO MARCH IN PARADE A notice has been sent out by Secretary Houaton Fall, of the Itotnrv ctnh tn ail memhers of the club urging them to take pun tn me paruna ana carry as a special feature a srreat American finer.

Tintnrian. are reminded that thnv will mumhu at Fifteenth avenue und road way instead of at Eighth avenue and Broadway, as at tlon with the treaty plans for maintaining umoi uuu suYDiuuJcin. iu iuo repuoilC. With a unanimous rennrt from thn clary committee recommending; Its pns- ucj leuerm employes nccldent compensation bill to aupplant the eclating government liability law waa submitted today to the senate. It Is expected to serve as model for state legislation.

iiib urunu. ui vim mw woqiQ no extended from hazardous employments only to all government employes. The existing law excludes injuries due to negligence or misconduct of the employe. The new bill eliminates all questions of fault nnd misconduct except In cases of suicide or Intoxication. The senate today adopted a resolution by Senator Kern providing that the secre- i uEHrj luquines ann determine steps properly consistent with mi BuicHUHruiug American lives and property In Ireland.

Senator Fall, republican, of New Mexico, uuiiuh ot me resolution, 3S sailed the administration's Mexican policy. by the highest ability. As an orator he was almoat without a peer. He bad been1 an Industrious and conscientious student and had at his Immediate command all the Issues of the day and did valuable service In many of the leading committees. His wonderful speeches are on the records as monuments to his great service and ability.

He was also a forceful writer, nis great production. "The Rise and Fall of the Confederacy," alone will place him among the leading writers of the times. As president of the southern Confederacy, later, he proved a peerless leader. With Inadequate means or resources and under the most trying difficulties he directed Its affairs and through a remarkable enreer of four years, sustained record of the most brilliant achievements the world haa ever known. And when nt last he was forced to yield to overwhelming numbers, he was the hero still and bore up bravely, with Christian fortitude and soldierly bearing.

He became the cross-bearer for his people and their cause and In this, Ms greatness of soul was more than that of his mind. His patient acrlflce waa akin to divinity. His crosu patiently borne brought resignation and peace to the close of this Interesting life, which is kept fresh In the memory and affection of his people. Ed Richards' Attempt to Tie Up Salaries of Attorney" General's Staff FaiL MEMPHIS, fnn June 2. The strings by which Ed lllcharda, who stylca himself as attorney-general pro tern, aoght to tie up the May salaries of Attorney-Genqfal Hunter Wilson, his two assistants.

Walter C. Chandler and John Rrown, and County Detective Jack KUnck, were severed by Chancellors HclakeU and Kent reus, sitting Jointly, in passing upon the quo warranto proceedings instituted by Richards in his efforts to enjoin tho state and county authorities from paying the attorney-general's staff. Richards was Kates' assistant. He claims that he automatically became attorney-general when nipeacliment proceedings were Instituted against Kates by the house of representatives. Governor Rye, obeying the eonsUtauon, appointed Hunter Wilson, (icncral Wilson immediately named cnandier ana orowu as his assistants and later employed Klinck as county detective in the place of Wilroy.

Now Richards and E. K. Houk. wno was the other assistant, along with Wilroy, claim that the salaries attached to the positions which they formerly held should bo paid them, inasmuch as their removal, incy assert, was illegal. The chancellors yesterday old not at tempt to paaa upon the law surrounding the case.

They merely decided that since Messrs. Wilson. Chandler, Urown and Klines: hart worked during the month of May that they were unquestionably entitled to be paid for their services. The law wilt be passed upon later, possibly during this month. STATISTICAL RECORD BIRTHS AND DEATTIS.

BIRTHS. Mr. and Mrs. Bedford Leslie Tort, 814 South Twelfth atreet, daughter. May 28.

Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Terry Hampton. 1000 Russell atreet. daughter, May 29.

Mr. and Mrs. George R. McVay, No, 3 Tioga apartments, daughter, April 10. Mr.

and Mrs. Larry W. Mitchener, 125 Seventh avenue, north, daughter. May 23, Mr. nnd Mrs.

Robert Frank Lane, 4300 Park avenue, daughter. May 31. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph T.

Dority, 303 Ches terfield avenue, daughter. April 25. Mr. and Mrs. Estill Wright Francis, 6109 Dorchester avenue, daughter.

May 80. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Calvert Sharp, 810 Woodland street, daughter. April H.

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gottc, 07 University street, son, May 2T. Mr. and Mrs.

John H. Lynn, 1500 Fatherland atreet, daughter, May 30. DEATHS. Mrs. Jennie Bromwell narper, St.

Willis C. Cole, St. Thomas hospital, June 2. MABBIAGE LICENSES. WHITE.

Arren Prlmm Gossett to Margaret Wat-aon Ballentlnc. Atlle Chadwlck McCullough to Penelope Chandler Wlnford. Thomas Alexander Malone to Jessie Pearl Caughron. Job an A. Brumberg to Mamie Stella Rankin.

COLORED. Tony Franklin to Eliza Mathews-James Reed to Mary Fields. Kit Winston to Raslce Fields. DEATH NOTICES SAVAOE At 9 o'clock Thursday eve-nine, Juno 1. at hla home, twelve milea on tho Murfrrrsboro road.

James itlcnara Bavare. In thn anventy-slxth yosT Of his are. He 1 survived hy his wife. Mrs. Mary B.

Havase; four daughtern. Mrs. T. J. Tolar, Mr.

Rufua Gotto of this city and Mrs. Ixella Ooodtoe of GaincMvKla, and Mrs. J. J. Flannigan of Port Arthur, Texaa.

and two aons. Tllford Savage of thin city and John Savag" of Mampnts, Tenn. Mr. SavMRo waa a charter member or the Frunk Cheatham bivouac and One of thf oldest cimena of the Second district. Hervlrea will conducted by Rev.

John I-uther at Hamilton's chapel Sunday afternoon. June 4, at 2:30 o'clock. Interment at Hamilton' burial ground. Carriages from Comba Charlton. ALLEN Mra.

Jainea "Walter Allen, at Chicago, on June 1, IMS. at o'clock. P.emalns will arrive In Nashville at a. m. at union tUatlon on June 3, and will ba taken to tho West End Cathedral, where they will lay In stule until 0:30 o'clock, at which time funeral services will he hald with requiem high maHK.

The following friends of the family will serve as pallbearer: Tavcl Plekard. P. F. Baugu. Dr.

C. P. Morrow, Satn N. Howard. Dr.

K. B. Cayce and Hon. J. B.

DFuneral services at Mt. Olivet, PTlTata. Room Door Tennessean and American Measure Adopted Almost Unanimously After Long Debate APPROPRIATION MAY YET BE INCREASED. Advocates of Still Larder. Navy to Make Fight in the Senate.

WHAT CONGRESS DID SKNATK. Met nt 11 a. ni. (Continued debate on the toatoffice appropriation bill. I'nsscd Muator Kern's resol directing state department to inquire about safety of American interests in Ireland.

Passed house measure authorizing navy and marine corps officers to serve under Ilaltien government In co-operative policing arrangements. Adjourned at 4:13 p. in. to noon Saturday. IIOUSK.

Met at 11 o'clock. Passed. to -I, naval appropriation bill carrying Increased building program substantially as reported from committee. Adjourned at 4 tn. to Saturday.

WASHINGTON, June 2. The second of the big preparedness measures, naval appropriation bill larger by many millions than any ever before considered In congress, passed the house late today almost unanimously. It carries a bulldtng program for next, year of live battle cruisers, four scout cruisers, ten destroyers, fifty submarines and L'tO aeroplanes, provides for a government armor plate plant, authorizes an increase of nearly 17,000 entlated men and appropriates a total of $200,000,000. As passed, the bill Is in substantially the same form us framed by the naval commit tee. Only a few amendments were adopted during a week of debate and a final effort by republican leaders to have the measure recommitted with instructions to add two battleships, two coast cruisers ami ten destroyers were beaten.

IS!) to ISi. The fight for an Increase in the building program, at uy i iie nn ni (ion or two nan tramps, will be renewed In the senate when the measure is niKen up tnere late this month and administration leaders believe It will Ut; HUCCCSSIUI. Onlv four renresentntlTPM ntrntnat nn sage of the bill, to IWtS favoring It, and as the roll call progressed the overwhelming majority of "nyea" stirred the democrats to repeated cheering. The four negatlvo uLt-a wi-re ciiHu ny itc prenemaivcs nrown-ing. New Jersey, and Graham, Pennsylvania, republicans: Randall, rallfornln prohibitionist, and Longon, Netv York, socialist.

With the passage cf the hilt the house eooipieteu tne major portion or its share in the preparedness program. Of the three hills carrying the important provisions of i iie program tue army, nnval and rortitl cations measures onlv the last mimed ro mains to bo considered. It probablv will he taken up in the house after the national conventions, while tho senate is debating the naval bill. Twenty-five democrats voted with the republicans today for the motion to recommit and Increase the building program and there were Indications tonight that the proponal to provide for nt least two battleships would find strong support among democrats in the senate. The two dread-naughts recommended by Secretary Daniels were stricken out of the hill by the house committee and an additional name cruiser aubstltuted as a eomnro mlse to meet the demands of the so-called nttie navy men.

Although the house voted down most of the recommendations of mnlorlty report snbmlttod hy republican members of the committee. Increases totalling more than 540.000.000 were added to the committee measure, or una covers ar amendment ad noted increasing thn num. ber of submarines authorized to fifty. The committee had recommended only twenty. Tho other Items added during debate carry $11,000,000 for an armor plant.

for enlargement of the navy yards at Charleston. Norfolk. New Orleans. Philadelphia, Boston and Puget Sound. for Increasing the navy'B personnel and $1,500,000 for aeronlnnes.

The varris nt. Norfolk, Boston. Philadelphia nnd Puget Dounn win ne equipped to nmiu capital warships. The armor plate plant provision already has passed the senate as a separare mil. Reorganization plans recommended hy Secretary Daniels, including increasing the humps hdii numonty or rne cnier or operations, are authorised in the measure and provision is mnde for building up a strong reserve for the enlisted personnel.

Plans for a modern half million-dollar quarantine station for New Orleans were submitted to the House today by Secre' tarv McAdoo. who asked for an Immedl ate appropriation of $50,000 to begin the work of construction. The new station Is to he located seven miles from New Orleans on the west bank of the Mississippi river on land voted to the government for the purpose. The present station is ninety mites below the eitv nnd it Is pointed out that the change womu worK ior grearer convenience ana economic, administration. Sergeant-General Blue, urclnar the trans.

fer. stated that isolated location of the station now Is working an Injury to commerce at New Orlenns. The site was selected, he said," when the mode of transmission of many qunranttnable diseases was not thoroughly understood. It being believed that such ailments as yellow fever and similar diseases were conveyed through the atr for considerable dl distances. Now that It has been demonstrated that quarantine station can he lo cated near large cities quite safely, he nrlded, the New Orleans station should be moved for the sake of general efficiency.

A bill providing for the new station was introduced Dy uepresentative Ksto pninai. The senate today agreed to the house resolution authorizing officers nnd enlisted men of the navy and marine corps to serve imiicr rne government oi uaiti, in connec- the only line operating solid through train from Memphis to Texas. The only Lv. Nishvill Ar. Dallas Ar.

Ft. Worth 1.35 Cotton Belt Route 9:40 a. m. Trains Low to the urmy, methods of light infantry were introduced and a cavalry organised, which peculiarly suited the wants of the country. A higher order of arras and ammunition were Introduced.

Rifles of the latest modclH were manufactured and; minleballs were brought into use. The sea coasts and frontier defences' were augmented and the system of tnctlcH was revised. The western part of the continent waa explored for scientific, geographical and railroad purposes. The Interests of the Smithsonian institute, of which he had once been regent, were advanced. The capltol was enlarged and finished.

A fine system of waterworks for the city supply from the Potomac was Installed. The magnificent stone aqueduct, "Cabin John Bridge," was l.ls conception nnd constructed by his directions. A survey was made of the northern nnd north-western lakes. Observations in zoology, botany, atmospheric conditions made for the benefit of science. Improvements wer mada nt West Point, which gave it a standing with the best military institutions of the world.

Civil service regulations were Introduced. The plans for a grent northwestern continental railroad were conceived and camels were Introduced for service on the western plains. Ills hand was seen and felt cverywhrre and In everything for prnctical advancement and substantial good. His services In the state department as a member of congress and later In the senate of the United States, were marked BULLETIN CORINTO, Nicaragua, June 2. (By radio to San Diego, Cul.) A number of American cltUcns and British subjects hare been killed at Tulura, Peru, by striking employes of the London-Pacific Petroleum company, according to an unsigned wireless message from the steamer Somor to the United States cruiser Ral eigh at this port.

THE PARADE TODAY As iisitnt. from the icrand marshal to the chief of police and railroad president, all are riding our horses, und foremost tn the ranks will be seen the Dixio Flyer and our elegant touring cars. WhyV Because tnev nre newest, nicest, ann neni. nones Miiin 0 nnd '00. Reasonable charges.

THE BENNETT LIVERY CO. (Adv.) CHARGE NEGRO WITH CRIMINAL ASSAULT MOBILE, June 2. Mose Cunning- hnm, a negro, wanted for criminally assaulting a prominent woman of Totilmln-ville, a Mobile suhurb, was arrested today near Selma, according to a statement by Sheriff W. H. Hoteomh this afternoon.

Tho negro has been Identified by his vic tim. Announcement was mada that Cunning ham wi not be brought to Mobile until be is tried. Sheriff Hnlcomh, It Is under stood, will take the negro to the state peni tentiary ior Buie-Bceping. War News Aguln the Germans have tried, but In effectually, to breach the Fronch tine near Fort Vaux, northeast of Verdun. In fighting, characterized by Paris as having been of unprecedented violence, the Ger mans threw uttnek after attack against tbo French line, bnt the French guns and machine guns tore great boles In their ranks and threw them back.

In addition, reinforcing battalions were caught by the Infants-Mothers Thousands testily HORLIGK'S Tho Original MALTED MILK Upbuilds and sustains the body No Cooking or Milk required Used for- of a Century Free Sample Horiick'i, Racine, Wis. LAdv.) HEFFKltSON DAVIS, the great American, left the Impress of distinguished service on the state department, the army and navy of the United States. He wan the hero of two wars, tho Indian and Mexican. He received the surrender of Black Hawk, the noted chief of the Indian forces und accompanied htm and his followers to JefTerson barracks. His superb heroism and gallantry, which saved the American army at Monterey and Buena Vista nnd which led to marvelous victory under tbo most trying ordeals, have never been surpassed In the annuls of history.

This splendid achievement was tributary to the victories which followed and which resulted In the ultimate triumph of the American arms, with the acquisition of that magnificent western territory, which completed the span of the stars and stripes from the Atlantic to the Pad tic oceans. As secretary of war during the administration of Pierce, bis achievements were marvelous. His constructive service covered both army and navy and both were brought to a higher standard. The navy waa Improved under more advanced regulations and the foundation was laid for the greater navy, which It has since become. In CHARGED WITH USING MAILS TO DEFRAUD Unique Case Against Sewing Machine Agent.

BOWLING GREEN, June 2. (Special.) United States Deputy Marshal S. H. Byars on Thursday arrested J. B.

Hudson of Reedyvllle, agent of the Singer Sewing Machine company, on a warrant Issued by United States Commissioner Renfrew, charging blin with fraudulent use of the United States malls. He was released on a $200 bond. The proof In the cnae was secured by PostotTlce Inspector Lester Taylor and Deputy Marshal Byars, which will be a test case, as it la tho first one of Its kind In the history of the Singer Sewing Machine company. Hudson Is charged with collecting funds from parties from whose payments he had secrrv.l bis commission on sales and putting them to the credit of sates for which he id not received his commission. The Singer company has paid 91.000 iu commissions, which they bad heretofore paid on form' sales.

Messrs. J. P. Hunter und J. E.

Woodson of the local office, discovered the alleged embenxlement several months ago when they went to Reedysvllle to post up Hudson's books. The customers presented their receipts, which were given 'o them by Hudson, showing they bnd their payments. Hudson's bonding company was notified and the matter was placed in the hands of the federal court. NASHVILLE MEN GO TO TRAINING CAMP Representatives from Nashville to tho June encampment at Fort Oglethorpe, left Friday night for the camp, where they will take up their work Immediately. In addition to the names published in Tho Tennesseun of Friday morning, the following men will go from this city, which will bring the totul up to twenty or more: os.

l. no wen i presiueni oi cue um-her! and Valley National hank Gowan G. Pnvno. nf the Graham Pnner comnnnv: Horace Beall, Harding Henry B. smith, Liieui.

as. r. aioora ann uuas. a. Monk.

CONVICTS WILL WORK ON DIXIE HIGHWAY The state board of control haa decided to let Hamilton and Marlon counties have hundred or more convicts to work on the Dixie highway In those counties. The con vfeta will he secured from the state mines and from tne main prison, it is possinio that ICO convicts will bo furnished. The law requires them to ne returned by De Mmhnr SI. Heretofore the board has contracted with Campbell county to furnish 200 convicts ror roan worn man uuy jiriBuuem ir wu-Itamson county. WILL SEND TEN MEN TO TRAINING CAMP The Nashville, Chattanooga St Louis railway baa arranged to send ten men to the Ft Oglethorpe training camp for the June period.

The road furnished flva recruits for the Hay period. The com pany has offered to send employes on full par and as a result la contrfbntlnr to the general scheme of preparedness In which many of the larger concerns of the state ore BQOWing a most commenaauio spinu ANNOUNCEMENT OPENING TODAY 11:30 A. M. WANT FISH HATCHERY AT REELFOOT LAKE Plan PreBented by Warden W. D.

Howser. It Is the purpose of the state game nnd flsh wardon, W. D. Howser, to turn Reel-foot Lake Into the largest flsh batcherv In the world, and the plan as presented by Mr. Howser la looked upon with favor by state officials and othera interested in the Idea.

It Is contended that Keelfoot Lake Is an Ideal place and most udinlrHbly fitted for this wotk. Another reason for the plan Is that the task of making It Into a giant flsh hatchery would take but little work and nt a Blight ost. Mr. Howser has received several Inquiries from counties tn the state concerning flsh hatchery for its immediate vicinity. This, it Is thought, might work some little benefit to the county but not to the state nt large, whereas Reel font Lake na a hatchery would he of benefit not only, to this state but to the whole south.

Some steps nre expected to be taken at the next session of the legislature to bring forward the Reel foot Lake location for the hatchery. While It servo the state well as a hatchery tt would not Interfere with those who wlah to flsh and those who have in former years made a living more or less hy catching tlsh. Rock City chapter. No. 2, Order of the Eastern Star, will give a moonlight boat ride June B.

Boat lenves the wharf ut 8 p. m. Dancing and refreshments. (Adv.) Indorse Rev. E.

T. Clarke. A petition circulated by th traveling nifn of Nashville and signed by a number of Jobbers and manufacturers indnrHt-n the application of Rev. Eugene T. Clarke for necretary of the state board of charities.

at a Glance French guns as they essayed to throw themselves Into the fray and were forced to retreat in disorder northeastward upon Dieppe. At ono point, however, in the sector of Damloup, east of Fort Vaux, the Germans captured a portion of the village, the other parts of which are occupied by the French. To the west of the Meuse around Hill 301 and Le Mort Homme both sides are engaged In heavy artillery duels. On the Russian front the Germans again have brought the Ikakull bridgehead under bombardment and at several other points along the line are using tbelr big guns agulnat the Ruaalans. An infuntry attack near New Zellborg was put down by the Russians.

Rome reports desperate fighting between the Austrlans und Italluns between the Adige and Brentara rivers. Along the Posina and southeast of Arslero Austrian attacks were repulsed with heavy casualties. Bombardments predominate along the greater part of the remainder of the front. Constantinople says the Russian center In the Cuucasus region has been forced to retire twenty kilometres in the face of Turkish attacks, and that the Turks repulsed a surprise attack on the Turkish left wins. We cordially invite yon to attend our opening today.

Cleanest and prettiest Restaurant in town. QUICK SERVICE POPULAR PRICES FLOWERS Presto Lunch Room L. B. MORRIS COMPANY 220 Fourth N. Next quickest train to Dallas one night on the road StiSp.m.

Ar.Wco(M.K.T.Ky.)3:o5 p.m. Watch D. Loveman, Berger Teitle-baum Window Today tn50a.ni. Ar-Aus" 3:45 p.m. p.ni.

Ar.San Antonio 8:30 p.m. morning train to Texas, leaves Memphis from Southeast connect at Memphis. Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma W. G. Adams, Traveling Pasnfr Atent, 414 Church Street, Nashville, Tenn..