The Valley Falls Vindicator from Valley Falls, Kansas • Page 1

Btate Historical Farmers' Vindicator XLI LEY FALLS, JEFFERSON COUNTY, KANSAS, FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 1924 NUMBER 5 Soelety Star Grocery Quality Groceries few sacks of Ever-Lay-Mash we will close We have a out at $2.80 per hundred lbs, while they last. lot of good brooms at 65c, worth at least 85c One Some Real 25c Bargains Let's see if you will buy real bargains Pruns .25 2 lbs. Large Seedless Raisins 2 lbs. Blue Rose Rice .25 4 lbs. Fancy lbs.

Michigan Hand Picked Beans .25 3 Boxes Macaroni Spaghetti .25 3 3 cans good corn .25 Corn, 1 can Tomatoes, 1 can Red Kidney Beans .25 1 can 3 10c Pkgs. Oats .25 .25 3 cans Pumpkin Rolls Toilet Paper .25 4 15c cans Spanish Tomato sauce .25 2 15c cans Macaronia Spaghetti Sauce. Pint Pure Maple and Rock Candy Syrup .25 1 lb. Good Assorted chocolates .25 1 3 10c cakes fine toilet soaps .25 1 Jar 1 lb. 107 Pure Fruit Preserves 1 1-lb.

can Snowdrift .25 Star Grocery Phone 26 Mrs. Kenyon and son Earl, via motor route, were at McLouth Friday business. On their return home on Mrs. Will Clark accompanied them to visit her brother, Elmer Vandruff whose wife is on the sick list. Notice! We wish to take this space to inform our patrons that this store will from now on be operated on a cash basis.

We believe that in this way only can a small retail business be conducted with any profit to us, and are sure that by 80 doing we will be able to give better service and lower prices. We do not wish to any one nor to reflect on their financial integrity, so PLEASE DO NOT ASK FOR CREDIT. All outstanding accounths are due and payable at this time. It is our desire to conduct a first class business and we hope that we may continue to enjoy your patronage. Tutt's Drug Store Valley Falls, Burris to Stay in Valley Falls It was erroneously reported that O.

M. Burris, who sold his residence last week, expected to remove to Idaho. Mr. Harris says that Jefferson County, and Valley Falls especdally, is good enough for him and that he will remain here. He expects to either buy a smaller place or build a modern bungalow.

"I and my wife are getting too old to keep up a large home," he said. Ramblers, Club The Ramblers Club met last Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. C. B. Gillispie.

The lesson subject was "The Sahara Desert Land," described by an interesting set pictures shown by Mrs. J. E. Tutt, the leader. The next regular meeting will be with Mrs.

Hinchman, February 7. The annual banquet will be held at the home of Mrs. W. M. Duncanson, January 24.

A Complete Surprise Members of the W. A. S. club and their families, to' the number of twenty-five or thirty persons, gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs.

Vernon Stafford last Wednesday evening and gave them a real surprise. The evening was spent in playing games, conversation, etc. At close of the evening's entertainment an oyster supper was served. Mr. and Mrs.

Stafford are moving from that neighborhood next week to the John Stafford farm east of ley Falls. Read the Want Ads Like A New Suit That will be your first thought when you inspect your Suit after we have Cleaned and Pressed it. Our thorough method of cleaning removes all inground dirt from the fabric, and our careful hand pressing imparts a freshly tailored appearance. Cagle Cagle TAILORS AND CLEANERS The School Question As noted in these columns last week the matter of a new school house was brought up at the last Parent-Teachers meeting and petitions asking an election be called for the and purpose furnish of a voting new high $107,000 school to build- erect ing were placed in circulation--and some signatures were secured. It is conceded by all that Valley Falls pupils are entitled to better accommodations but just what is best to do under all the circumstances is open to honest difference of opinion.

If we could form the proposed consolidated district with a valuation of more than five million dollars the problem would be simple and all school children of whatever age would have an opportunity to enjoy the best possible facilities at a reasonable cost; but at present it appears a majority of those in the surrounding districts prefer the old plan, and that is their privilege with which district No. 16 has no complaint; another suggestion is to make an tion to the present High School building similar to that made by the Oskaloosa district to their original build ing which would give an auditorium gymnasium and several extra rooms, and would likely answer all purposes of the present district for a number of years. It is certain Valley Falls, which for so many years stood at the very top of the schools of this county, and this part of the state for that matter, cannot afford for a few dollars to drop to the bottom, and we are satisfied the patrons of the district do not intend such a condition to existthey have always gone the limit when the welfare of the schools was concerned. How many people know that this district collects in general tax $17,000, Barnes High School tax $5400, miscellaneous a couple of thousand dollars or so; and pays out in teachers wages $19,234.94 and general expenses more than $4500. How many know that the assessed valuation is $2,054,665 and that the tax for the district on each one hundred dollars assessed valuation would be approximately three and one-half cents thousand dollars of bonds issued to run twenty years.

It is proposed to take this matter up at the meeting of the Commercial Club next Monday night and after examining the laws and getting approximate costs various plans call a joint special meeting of the School Board, Parent-Teachers association, Commercial Club and all others interested in the subject and there make a decision as to what is best to be done and "go to it." William H. McCoy William H. McCoy was born in Franklin county, Ohio, December 29, 1850. He came to Kansas in the year 1874. On January 13, 1876 he was united in marriage to Rhoda A.

Jackson and settled on a farm east of Valley Falls, which was their continuous home for 42 years. There they raised their family of six children to manhood and womanhood, namely: Clarence McCoy and Melvin Stafford of Valley Falls; Mrs. Ed Ellerman, Ralph and Fred McCoy of Nortonville and Carl McCoy, who died September 23, 1921. Besides the five living children, the survivors include their mother, sixteen grandchildren, three great grandchildren; also two sisters, Mrs. D.

W. Edwards of Kansas City and Mr. E. T. Beyers of Topeka; and one brother, J.

A. McCoy of Emporia. He retired from farm life in the year 1918 and after a lingering illdied at Nortonville, Kansas, ness January 12, 1924, at the age of 73 years and 14 days. Funeral services were held Monday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ed Ellerman, Rev.

T. B. Adel of Topeka officiating The reading of the 23rd Psalm and a portion of John 14, a brief talk touching on life of the deceased, and two selections by male quartet, composed the service at the home. The large concourse of neighbors and friends spoke but faintly the high esteem in which Mr. McCoy and the family are held.

The pall bearers consisted of three sons, Ralph, Fred, and Clarence McCoy; two sons-in-law, Ed Ellerman and Melvin Stafford; and A grandson, Barney McCoy. The body was laid to rest in the Nortonville cemetery. Mr. McCoy was a quiet, unassuming man, yet his life was a monument of the example of right. He was a man of strong convictions, neighbor and a kind and indulgent, husband and father.

There, was a daily beauty about his which won the hearts of all who knew him. In temperament he was mild, conciliatory, and candid; and yet remarkable for his uncompromising firmness. He gained the confidence of his fellowmen when he seemed least to seek it. Well may his children and companion cherish his memory a precious legacy. We fain would offer a word of comfort to the sorrowing ones, but we can only point them to the promise, "At eventide it shall be light." The officers of Valley Falls Temple No.

118, Pythian Sisters, were installed the 10th with Cornelia Barker, D. G. C. in charge of the beautiful ceremonies as follows: Flossie Barker, Most Excellent Chief: Bessie McCoy, Senior; Mable Marsh, Junior; Edna Hauck, Mistress of Records and Correspondence; Marian Shaffer, Mistress of Finance: Alice Sennrich, Manager; Cornelia Barker, Protector: Edith Braden, Guard; Elizabeth Shaffer, Past Chief. Refreshments of hot coffee and luncheon were served.

Married--Blumberg-Moore Chas. B. Moore of Atchison and Miss Ella Blumberg of Denison were quietly married Tuesday afternoon, January 15, 1924, by Rev. Chas. H.

Kimball at his home. They are at home at 1108 Atchison street, Atchison, with the best wishes of many friends. Strange Midady in Leavenworth Leavenworth has been hit by a strange malady, which has been gathering new victims at a rapid rate within the last few days. The unusual sickness developed into epidemic proportion almost from the outset and few families in Leavenworth or Fort Leavenworth, hundreds of cases have been reported, have escaped. Abstaining as much as possible from food, particularly the "sluggish" kind, and a dose of calomel is the best treatment, physicians agree generally.

Instead of the city water it is thought to be caused by air borne bacteria. Topeka Evidently Does Not Care for the Rural Trade The Topeka merchants evidently do not care for the trade of the rural communities At least it appear 80 or they certainly would not stand for the freak "parking law" they have put into effect there. Under the new traffic ordinance the parking of automobiles along Kansas avenue- within the main trading -has been limited to 15 minutes. Just how they expect the farmer to come to town and do any trading within a 15 minute time limit is beyond comprehension. of course the farmers could park four or ftve blocks from their trading point.

But who wants to drive to Topeka, park his car in the suburbs and walk! a half dozen blocks to the stores. Such restrictions might be all right in a city but Topeka has no need of such rulings--in fact we always ered Topeka a "big country town" and have liked it for that reason. But they will have to change their traffic ordinance if they expect the country folks to spend money there. If you don't believe it ask some of the farmers themselves. They'll tell you in mighty few words.

Obituary--Baxter La Verne Freeland was born August 13, 1904 three and one-half miles north of Valley Falls. She spent her childhood days in this community and attended the public school here. During her 13th and 14th years she attended Bethany College in Topeka, where she finishel her grade school work. In the year of 1920 she went to make her home in Idaho and attended the high school at Sandpoint for three years. While residing at Sandpoint she met John H.

Baxter to whom she was married March 24, 1923, and left for Kansas to make her future home at Halfmound. She spent the remainder of her happy married life there and passed away January 14, 1924. LaVerne was always of a sunny disposition and loved by everyone and almost worshipped by her relatives. LaVerne, one whom all loved, she, who always carried a smile for everyone, now must be taken from us. Everyone will miss her beautiful young life, a life so full of vigor and strength; one whose whole heart was filled with love for those about her and nature itself, but may God who knoweth all things best, look down and comfort the relatives in their deep sorrow.

God knew all about it, how noble, How gentle she was, and how brave, Yet put her to sleep in her grave. How brilliant her possible future, God knew all about those who loved her, How bitter their trial must be, And right through it all he is loving. And knows so much better than So in the deep shall darkness we're well trusting. One day we say it was God took from her young brow, earth's laurels, And crowned her with death's immortelles. She leaves a husband, father, mother, grandfather and grandmother, aunts, and many other relatives and a host of friends both in Kansas and Idaho to mourn her loss.

The funeral services, conducted by Rev. Chas. H. Kimball, were held from Christian church Wednesday afternoon. The consoling hymns were sung by Mrs.

Lou Hauck, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Schindler and Mr. Guy McFarland, Miss Mary Marsh, pianist. The interment in Rose Hill cemetery.

Card of Thanks We wish to sincerely thank our friends and neighbors for their sympathy and kindness shown us at the time of the death of our dear young wife and daughter, the surgeons for their masterful efforts to save preciou life, and all for the beautiful flowers. John H. Baxter J. J. Freeland Mrs.

C. E. Billups D. S. Cary and family The S.

A. E. Club met with Miss Lucile Anderson and Miss Ruby Perking last Wednesday evening. The next meeting of the club will be on January 21, with Miss Leona Hauck and Mrs. O.

P. Stark at the Hauck home. His wife planned and carried out a surprise on her husband, Roy McLeod, Wednesday evening, that being his 29th birthday, when' sixteen of their friends and themselves pleasantly spent the evening at cards and a refreshing oyster supper. What About 1924 and Your Banking The Community Bank has added many customers to its list in 1923, the business making an increase of twenty-five per cent over a year ago. And many have expressed a good opinion of the banks service and policy.

The service of this bank is based on a long term experience in the business a strong foundation of local stockholders good equipment in every department, and an ambition to make this bank a useful and necessary part of this community. We invite your consideration. Come in and talk business with us. THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK, Valley Falls The Community Bank Basket Ball Here last Friday night Ozawkie defeated Valley Falls in the double header games in the following scores: Ozawkie Boys 35, Valley Falls 15; Ozawkie Girls 33, Valley Falls, 25. As we understand it Valley played better than expected.

McLouth team plays at Valley Falls this Friday night. Twenty-Two Years as Toll Chief Wednesday evening of last week the home of Misses Amy and Kate Williams was the scene of a jolly party celebrating the twenty-second anniversary of Miss Kate Williams' service as Toll Chief operator at telephone station at Valley Falls, the dozen members of the station force joining in the festivities. Besides the merry exchange of conversation they were entertained by Victrola music and radio music and lectures, from as far away as Havana Cuba. A two course luncheon was served and at rather a late hour all departed wishing Miss Kate many happy returns of the anniversary. It pays to read the Want Ads.

Special for Saturday, 11 lbs. Limit of $1 worth Specials for 1 week 30c can of Scudders Maple 70c can of Scudders Maple $1.50 can of Scudders Maple 5 pound sack of Larrowes 10 pound sack of Larrowes ONE POUND Nave McCord Mercantile of St. Joseph, again permits us to give you the following on Acropolis Coffee: 3 lbs. of Acropolis Coffee regular price $1.50 One Pound Free This is regular 50c coffee and if you like good coffee buy this special. REMNANT Short length of silk, canton pillow tubing, sheeting, muslin, etc, at exceptionally low prices.

HAUCK'S Commercial Club Notice Election of officers of the Valley Falls Commercial club be held next Monday evening, January 20th. All members are urged to be in attendance. The Valley Falls school question will also be taken up and discussed. Remember the date and be on hand. It pays to read the Want Ads.

Died Mrs. Mary E. Stuckert, wife of M. formerly of Valley FaNs, January 10, 1924, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lena Hitchmer in Wichita, Kansas.

Death was due to heart disease. She was born in Kentucky, August 20, 1866. She is survived by five daughters, two sons, twelve grandchildren and one great grandchild; two sisters and one brother at Dallas, Texas. She joined the Methodist church early in life. The body accompanied by two of her daughters, was brought to Valley Falls, Saturday morning.

The funeral services, conducted by Rev. G. A. Marvel, were held that day at the Coal Creek church, withinterment in cemetery nearby. Tailoring THAT SATISFIES Mr.

Jos. B. Adler, of Chicago Kahn will be at our store on Wednesday, January 23rd. Mr. Adler is an expert at measuring for men's clothes.

Come in and get our special proposition for that new spring suit, January 23rd. one day only January 19th Sugar for $1 to a customer beginning Friday Syrup 25c Syrup 65c Syrup $1.25 Buckwheat flour 35c Buckwheat flour 70c COFFEE FREE ONE POUND NELLI ACROPOLIS BRAND COFFEE SALE SATURDAY crepes, wool goods, kimono crepe, gingham, percale, curtain goods, BIG STORE.