The Lima News from Lima, Ohio • Page 5

THF TIMES-DEMOCRAT. LIMA. OHIO. THURSDAY EVENING. AUGUST 10,1916.

THREE FOREST FRES ARE CONSTANT MENACE TO WIDE ADDIS Hundreds of Lhres and Millions IB Property AreLort. United States Faces Prob 1cm of Preventing De. structive Flames. fflr J. Haakto.) tbe cestral office of each ferest.

local who general of the forces to the field. Under him are the assistant supervisors, the the guards, the lookout men and the special patrol- Ben. The enemy is one who may break out at almost any point at any and he must -he defeated before he has a chance to establish himself. Eternal vigilance is the price of safety. All the field of battle has mapped with elaborate care and regard for defending strategical positions.

Dangerous areas are Hanked by roads'and trails, the fire can be cut off to its tender infancy. Boxes of fire-fighting tools are scattered over the rugged hillsides where they may be needed--and the rangers can locate them in the dark. mmm MY MAKE mmvm One of the chief factors that has enabled the Pennsylvania railroad to maintain a long record for the safe transportation of passengers Is revealed in tbe report of efficiency testa on the Hues cast of Pittsburgh, which has just been compiled for the first six months of 1916. From January 1st to June 30th of this year, a total of 8,496,504 tests Emergency kits of tools and food and observations were made on the packed and strapped in ranger cabins! 1 i ready to be thrown "on the packhorses. Keen eyes and scan the rustling green immensities of the spruce tops from downs of SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT CONDUCTED BY TBE IEY.

D. CUL YODEI S3 KKOWLJGi BAST CUtVKLAXD. OHIO. CtowiMd SMday School Association aa4 Field Worker tlM Ohio Sudaj School AMociattoa. to Whus AU fUUUal to Utt Work SboiUd ance S1C.28.

July 30, attead- 258. Kdiools 100-200. Lima First attendance 184. I6.S5, 1 pupil--Brotherhood 31. Lima Central Church of Christ attendance 182, 25.

BlutTton Church of Christ attendance 165. fl.77. Bluffton First for Aacttst 18th tat (Mrs. D. Carl Yoder.) The Grace of Cor.

This lesaon follows very naturally the one of last Sunday on Love. in church finance is attendance 163. July 30. 173. I5.CC.

Bluffton Reformed attendance Bluffton Presbyterian atteadaaee 55. July 30. atteadaace 71, EPPERSON CITY. After 36 years as a candidate fer one office. J.

W. Keys has been nominated for sheriff by the democrats of Saline county. lookout stations for bine haze of smoke. first pale Special guards WASHINGTON. D.

Canad cornea the news of the greatest losa in decades from forest fires. Thousands of acres have been burned over, millions ot dollars worth of timber destroyed, and worse still, entire Tillages have been wiped out by flames with the losa of several hundred human lives. It is tbe season of forest fires in the pine and spruce woods. Their work ot destruction la "not confined to America. A recent dispatch tells how the King of Greece was driven from his summer home and almost lost his life in a forest fire.

But the problem of forest fire prevention on a large scale Is peculiarly an American probiaau in Europe the woods are smaller, they are "hand-tended," so to speak, and the tinder-dry undergrowth that feeds and carries fire is rarely present. Very few of these European forests, moreover, are Most of them are the result of planting, and the trees are carefully spaced. A third sale-guard that the European forest enjoys is the high price of wood. When they cut down and trim a tree there, they gather up tLe chips and the trimmed branches, 'in the United States and Canada, the problem is so different that American forestry amounts to a separate science. Here we have immense stretches of virgin timber, much of it miles from any human habitation, with dense undergrowth choking the earth in many places, and with the chips and trimmings from lumbering operations in the old.

unregenerate days littering the ground like a powder train In the dry season. Tbe furnace 'of destruction that raged In Ontario until the rains Quenched It is a significant example ot what fire unleashed in such a forest can- do. Here in the United States we have 153 national forests covering It if interesting to consider the system toy which the Forest Service guards against the catastrophe of a big fire. There will be forest fires, apparently, as long as there are forests. This fire season there have been 1300 fires in'the western forest reserves None of them took on formidable proportions (because they were up against a system that was too much for them, as it would be too much for any but the most exceptional g.

fires. Fire fighting is really fire prevention. is a well worn maxim of the service that when a fire is fifteen minutes old, one man can put it out with his boots. Give it an hour's start and be will need a spade and another man to help him. Give it a day and the countryside will have to turn out with dynamite.

Give it two or three days and there may be nothing left to do but what some of the Canadian farmers were forced to. They deserted everything they owned and took to the lakes. Obviously, the first step In putting out a fire is to reach the fire. In the rugged country of the western reserves it is comparatively easy to place lookout stations on high points, whence a man can see for many miles. But in order to do any good, that man must be able to notify other men of the fire's existence and they must be able to reach the fire In quick time.

Hence the question Is primarily one of trails and roads. The Forest Service has built many Uousand miles of these, through what was up to a few years ago virgin timber and untrodden soil. These roads and trails have played an important part in the increasing use and 'benefit that the public is deriving 'from the forest reserves. They open the country to the homesteader and the camijpr. and they would have, justified their construction on that score alone, but before all things they are means of fire prevention.

The whole organization which is back of the mobilization of our firefighting resources seems to be the nearest things to the German military system that we have in this country. It Is organized with a similar care for detail from top to bottom, and it has its campaigns laid out In advance. Like the citizen of a country with the conscription system, the dweller on the national forest is likely to be called on for duty whenever the need arises. When a special use permit Is Issued to a man or a company, to set up In 'business, in lumbering or In cattle raising on a forest, there is a clause to the effect that that t. and his em- ployes will furnish certain assistance If called upon in the event of fire, it may be said in passing, that in the big timber country this assistance would be famished with or without patrol the faintly marked lost trails as the police patrol The resources of the district are intimately known to the supervisor.

He knows how.many men are available emergency-duty in the neighborhood lumber camp, and be knows hew many horses and mules he can get to carry food for those men from the railroad commissary across the bridge. He knows if the ranchman down at forks is a good packer or not. and be knows bow many packsaddles that ranchman has. He can Icy his finger on almost any one of his own force at any time, in spite ot the fact that it is scattered over hundreds of square miles of timbered wilderness. The improvement of means of communication is responsible for much of this.

The telephone plays Pennsylvania railroad's eastern to determine how well signals were being obeyed and the train operating rules followed. The results showed perfect performance in more than 99.9 per cent Of the cases. To be exact, in only one instance in each 1,224 trials was there any failure to follow implicitly the signal indications or to obey the regulations governing train operation. These efficiency tests are-eon- ducted under the strictest rules. For instance, if an engineman runs his locomotive one foot past a "stop" signal, bis action counts as a failure.

In the period during which these tests were made, 76.700.000 passengers were carried on the lines east of Pittsburgh, and not a single one was killed in a train accident. The Pennsylvania railroad's eastern lines now have a continuous record of 3 years during which better than 99.9 per cent of perfection has been shown by 16.658.649 tests of the efficiency, fidelity and discipline ftbe men who operate the trains. In that period 396,000,000 passen- the main thought in this lesson. 1--Why give? To whom? How? What shall we giver Is any Christian to be excused from the duty of giving? 2--Should we be influenced in our' giving by what others give? How do your gifts compared with others less able to give? What selfish motives prompt people to give? 2--Consider carefully the relationship between getting and giving. 4--V.

2. What about friendly rivalry as a means ot producing extra effort? 5--V. 3--Why did Paul send messengers ahead to Corinth? What about folks who are free to pledge a big part in the work. At some of gers'haye been carried on Hues tbe ranger cabins yon can live for three months and never see a human face, but forty or sixty miles of steel wire connects you with headquarters and thence with civilization. Most of tbe lookout stations have field telephone connections.

When these are wanting, the lookouts fall back en other means. They heliograph, they use the wig-wag code, they use Apache smoke' signals by and fire signals at night. A new lamp for signalling purposes is now in course ot development. Host of the patrol work is done by men on horseback. Where there are roads, however, automobiles give good service.

Some of the guards have taken to using motorcycles, even on the mountain trails. Where a railroad runs through heavy timber, a guard will follow each train along the track on a gasoline "speeder" or hand car, to put out any -blaze set by the sparks. We may yet see the time when guards in aeroplanes soar over the hills on the lookout east of Pittsburgh, Erie and Buffalo and not one has lost his life in a train accident. PAY YOUR TELEPHONE BILLS ON OR BEFORE THE 15th AND SAVE THE DISCOUNT. 8t6 for the-first" smoke.

The whole system' has been built up on two principles. One is, that it is better to avoid having fifes than to put fires out. The other, that a fire fifteen minutes old is a one-man Funeral services for Mrs. Beatrice Aldrich, wife of Luther Aldrich, who died last night at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs.

Martin Gross, of 1038 Reese avenue, will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the First Baptist church. The Bev. Franklin A. Stiles, pastor, will officiate. Interment will be in the Fairmont cemetery, so'-'heast of Lima.

Mrs. Aldrich was 16 years of age. Death followed an illness of a couple of weeks, from a complication of diseases. to help good causes but slow to pay? 6--V. --What is nature's law of increase as expressed in verse 7--What are some of the rewards of giving? Why do our heathen converts surpass in those at home in sacrificial giving? 8--A discussion of methods of raising money--Bazaars, entertainments, etc; tithing our- income.

When are we really giving gener- eusly? How cultivate a sense of stewardship? How help our children in this? 9--Do your gifts increase with ycur health? Consider the special needs of missionary gifts today. In what benefactions are you interested? 10-- V. 15. Consider well God's great gift of Christ and salvation Why and how How are we thanking God for His "un peakable Sunday School Forum. 1--ITow avoid a summer attendance slump? Secure a written pledge from very member of the school to at- end faithfully during the summer and in case two or three weeks absence on account of a vacation Is aken to so indicate it on the pledge.

A contest may be helpful; a novel opening service may assist; have many special programs observing special days such as boys' days, furnish fitting surprises for the whole school. 2--How shall we encourage church attendance from the School? Keep a record ot church attendance and make it a part of the class record; have the members of the junior and intermediate departments present to thalr teachers the oilowlnr Sabbath an outline of the pastor's sermon; have an honor roll) 'or church attendance; plan the church program so as to allow all take a part. Sunday School News. The board of Sunday schools ofj he M. E.

church, south, has united! with the board of Sunday schools of the Methodist Episcopal editing and publishing the Graded Sunday School Journal begin next October. Dr. John Hoffman, pastor of Duluth M. E. church.

Wisconsin, has been selected president of the Ohio Wesleyan University, an institution where many Sunday school workers are being trained. The last Sunday In September is fast becoming the general rally day, different titles being given the day such as PAY YOUR TELEPHONE BILLS ON OR BEFORE THE 15th AND SAVE THE DISCOUNT. 8t6 BLUFFTON -a -tt Mrs. Harry O. Frederick and children will return to Ash tabula this week following a month's visit with 'Mrs.

Peter Dlller. Mr. Van Stronder Lima, was a visitor here Saturday. The Hilty reunion will be held at College Campus, on August 17. Miss Lois McDowell, of Belmore, is the guest of Miss Illia Close.

Rev. Baer family hav' returned to Gary after a pleasant visit with Prof. H. B. Adams and family.

The Reformed Missionary societies of the Lima and Bluffton churches enjoyed a picnic at College Campus, Wednesday. Miss Flora Gottshall has returned from a visit in Allentown. William Strayer has been ill at his home on Lawn avenue. Miss Mabel Spaulding left for her home in Pittsburgh, Thursday after spending a week with W. E.

Diller and family. Master Morris Leason, of Leipsic, is spending the week at the William Morrison home. Superintendent and Mrs. C. C.

Nardin are home from a two weeks' visit in Hicksville. MRS. HIG'S FUNERAL IS TO BE HELD Many floral tributes and words ot consolation and sympathy are being sent to the home of Mrs. W. C.

Bell of 115 North Jameson avenue, on account of the death of her mother Mrs. Alice Elizabeth Craig, who passed from life on Wednesday night The Rev. J. Norman King, pastor Olivet Presbyterian church, will conduct final services, to be held Fm day morning at 10 o'clock at the Bell home. The body will be laid to rest at Woodlawu.

day, promotion day. vacation day day. enrollment day. this date being the logical one to get the entire school ready for the Sunday school year beginning the first Sunday In October. Book Review.

"The Sunday School Under Scientific Management," 90 cents, Dennen, The Young Churctnnan Milwaukee, deals with the principles of Sunday school administration deduced from the practical experience of the author and deals with the subjects of purpose, preparation, equipment, administration, method, unification, conservation, and the product. "Handwork for International Graded Lessons," Miller. Miller Publishing Salamanca, N. consists of handbooks for teachers and pupils presenting additional material for the expressional activities ot those using the graded lessons. Local Reports.

Schools 300-400. Lima South Side Church of Christ attendance 341, $9.75, 2 new pupils THE DEISEI CO. The Clearaway of Suits and Dresses Is the Talk of the Town Pretty dresses in navy, rose, green, black and white checks and fc QC Dainty styles, originally $8.25 and more; choice $4- Silk dresses from our $15 and better lines. Good styles, in green, blue, black, igrcy. Your choice at Our choicest styles in summer and silk dresses that sold at $18.50 and even more.

Blues, blacks, gray and as well as plaid taffetas. 4 Choice i ana even 12 .50 girls' day, have when day, educational day, flag --Loyal Men 42, Loyal Women 39 temperairte, missions Home "Makers 20. a surprise day quite often Schools 200-300. several departments are to! Bluffton First Mcnnonite aUend- A want ad in the Times-Democrat will bring 1 quick results. Look and Feel Clean, Sweet and Fresh Every Day Drink a glass of real hot water before breakfast to wash out Life is not merely to live, but to live well, eat well, digest well, work well, sleep well, look well.

What a glorious conditioa to attain, and yet Scheid have returned from a week's', adopt the morning inside bath. A sold to the Community Association ixcursion to Cedar Point. Thursday. Mrs. Edgar Hauenstein is in Toedo, the guest of her Mrs.

E. D. Davy and family. contract obligation. In such country they know what forest flrts mean.

The head of the fire prevention army, the commander In chief so to speak, the Chief Forester in Washington, whose headquarters may be to those of the General Staff Field headquarters are represented frj the various district located in half docen ot the larger Western cities the Nations Forest. Under district office is I i i A Misses Harriett and Winifred how easy if one with Ft. Recovery relatives. i Folks who are assustomed to feel large number of tickets were dull and when they arise, splitting headache, stuffy from a cold, foul tongue, nasty breath, acid stomach, can, instead, feel as fresh as a daisy by opening the sluices of the system each morning and flushing out the whole of the internal poisonous stagnant matter. Everyone, whether ailing, side or well, should, each morning, before breakfast, drink a glass ot real hot water with a teaspoonful ot limestone phosphate in it to wash from the stomach, liver, kidneys and bowels the previous day's Indigestible waste, sour bile and poisonous toxins; thus cleansing, sweetening and purifying the entire alimentary canal before putting more food Into the stomach.

The action of hot water Sites are already being considered by the board ot education for the location of the new $250,000 vocational nigh school building, to be erected on the south side, made possible by the school bond Issue, which voters authorized on Tuesday. Construction will be begun as soon as possible. The South Side Commercial club, which has a site In view, will report their findings to the board. It is expected the purchase will be made Inside of a week or ten days. PETROORAD, Aug.

10--The Russians are continuing their advance In Gallcla. In the neighborhood of the Austrian-Hungarian stronthold of Stanlslau the of General Lechltsky have occupied railway junction of Kryplin. and limestone phosphate on an empty stomach Is wonderfully Invigorating. It cleans out all the sour fermentations, gases, waste and acidity and gives one a splendid appetite for breakfast. While you are enjoying your breakfast the water and phosphate Is quietly extracting a large volume of water from tbe blood and getting ready for a thorough flushing of all the Inside organs.

The millions of people who art bothered with constipation, bilious spells, stomach trouble, rheumatism; others who have sallow skins, blood disorders and sickly complexions ar urged to get a quarter pound ol limestone phosphate from the dru( store which will cost very little, but Is sufficient to make anyone a pronounced cMk on the subject or internal WAIT For the Whole Truth Before You Jump at Any Conclusions, The hasty impulse is the father of the lingering regret. The thing you do without definite knowledge may bring results which you would rather have avoided. In government, in economic circles, in social life, in politics, we are constantly reminded of the importance of seeing both sides before believing either. We lose friends occasionally because we believe the first adverse rumor and jump at conclusions. We lose on investments because only one side of the battle is known.

We all have causes for regret which could have avoided by a care. Lima should not put herself in the act- in-haste-and-repent-at-leisure class by undue haste in economic matters. The proposed condemnation of the local telephone system for conversion into a municipal plant can easily serve as a test. Shall the city of Lima retain the present excellent service and unsurpassed equipment or shall it permit the system to pass into the control of politics? Shall it be a case of taking time to think before acting or of taking time later on for regret? If municipal ownership of the telephones is such a good thing as its backers assert, why hasn't some oth- 3r city tried it out in the past? Municipal ownership of other public utilities in other communities has failed to do what was expected, so what assurance has Lima of success in suet an undertaking? Political interference has characterized the workings of many untilities in many municipalities, so why shouldn't we ask some guarantee before inviting it out here? Demand the Proof Before Signing Any Petitions. The Lima Telephone and Telegraph Company.

Dresses that sold at $6.50 to $15. Many choice shades in voiles, crepes, lawns, etc. Most 'T'i attractive styles. for clearance at Special prices Lineu Dresses, an assortment of the very newest summer modes at an average of less than half value. Jacket btylet in white, pink, rose, green and blue A variety of choice suits in navy, gray, green, black and white and tans.

Originally priced at several times this figure $5.95 .95 $4 Better suits in navy, green, tan, black and white; borne $35 suits aro included. Choice Our finest tailored Suits in green, blue and gray silk and white wool, originally $40 and more. Choice at $7.95 .50 18 39c Palmolive Shampoo Regular 50c size, Friday Dr. Lyon's and Sanitol tooth pastes and powders, regular 25c size; Friday special, Cuticura, Woodbury's, Packer's Tar and Resinol Soaps, regular Friday 20c 19c 60c Derma, Viva 29c 50o Derma Viva 20o SHOES Men's gun metal button or blucher oxforcli-, all eizts, Friday special, Men's tan elk bhocs, made with elk soles, special, skin work leather or $1.95 $1.95 Misses' white canvas baby doll pumps, made with rubber sole and heels; Friday special, 95c. Women's white and grey punipp, Goodyear welt styles, Women's white kid erose fctrap pumps turned sole, white covered heels; special formerly special $2.48 $2.48 Made with safety guard, sizes 2 1-2 and 3, one dozen on a Safety Pins card for special TT Rubber, 3 to 12 in a box, ac9ord- 1 1 Il! in to size, regularly sell at lOc; special 3c 6c Friday Basement Specials Soap Soap holder, made of heavy re- tinned wire, adjustable to fit kitchen faucets, soils regularly for lOc; special, 1C IU 111 ifj 7c Wire Strainers Wire Strainers, 7 inch size, 'vith long handle made of heavy rctinned wire, sell regularly for 25c; special iaae oi ncavy '17c Plate Scrapers Plate Scrapers, made of rubber with cbonized handle; save your dishes; regularly sells for lOc; special for die, save 7c Wash Boards Small Wash Boards, hold necessity for hmall articles; sells regularly for 19c special a house- washing 14c Furniture at Less Than Half-Price Large Fiber Rockcn, $3.85 Solid Mahogany Rockers, $4-W White Enamel Beds, full size, fl.75 Uarawood Kitchen Cabinet, full site, Collapsible Go Carts, Rubber tires, 48o Orioh Go-Basket 1.85 "Whitney" English Perambulator, fSPA-PERI.