Piedmont Weekly Banner from Piedmont, Missouri • 1

PIEDMONT, WAYNE COUNTY, MISSOURI, THURSDAY, MAY 24, 1917 Established June 1, 1892 VOL. XXV. No. 52 Sheriff Proclamation to Foreign Dll. E.

TONEY GETS COMMISSION ARMY OF GIRLS WANTED REGISTRATION TO BE TAKEN JUNE 5. Sheriff Has Appointed Board of Registrars Eor Wayne County. Everyone Between The Ages of 21 and 31 Must Register. Errit Berryman To Be Trainer At Ft. Riley.

Errit Berryman, who has been a member of the first Missouri regiment band for some time, has been honored by being one of the twenty-five men chosen from the first regiment to go to Ft. Riley as trainers for the Officers Training Camp, which is being conducted there. Errit is a graduate of Wentworth Academy and is well qualified for the work he is detailed to do. Born Residents. York Lovelace, Sheriff of Wa ne county, Missouri, deem it ise in the present crisis, in this furmal proclamation to as-suie all risidentsof foreigh birth that allbough the United States hu beiMiue actively involved in the great European was, no citizen of any foreign power, resident in the county of Wayne, State of Missouri, need fear any invasion of bis personal or property rights so long as he goes peaceably about bis business and conducts hinwlf in a law-abiding manner.

1 take this formal means of declaring to all foreign born residents that they will be protected in the ownership of their property and money and that they will be free from personal molestation, so long as they obey the laws of the state and nation. 1 urgently request that all our people refrain from public discussion of questions involved in the present crisis and maintain a calm and considerate attitude toward till without regard to this nationality. Let it lie understood that every citizen owes undivided allegiance to the American Hag, that lie is expected to loyally fullfill all obligations which citizenship and impose upon him, and that any act however slight, tending to give aid or comfort to the enemv is treason, for which severe penalties are provided in addition to that punishment which public opinion inflicts upon the memory of all traitors in all lauds. 1 kited at Greenville, this 21st of May A. D.

1917. Yokk Lovelace S1i rilfof Wa.Mie County, Mo. Girls, here is your opportunity to do something for your country and at the same time be a Good Samaratan to the young men who are going out to fight and die in order that you may have a country in which to lie in peace and security. Every young man who goes to war needs from two to three pairs of wristlets to wear around his wrists in the chilly trenches of France. 'I hey will prevent thousands of bad colds and many of deaths from pneumonia.

But wristlets are not a part of the equipment furnish to each soldier by the government. Hence, if you, the warm hearted young ladies of our country, do not make them our boys will not get them. Colonel Daniel E. McCarthy, department quartermaster of the Central Department, U. S.

Armv Chicago, 111., is so warm hearted and generous and patriotic that he is working nearly twenty hours a day in his efforts to make every arrangement for the comfort and well being of the troops. But Colonel McCarthy, strong and brainy man that he is, can not furnish them wristlets because the government does not authorize him to do so. Will you help Colonel McCarthy out in this, girls? Will each of you constitute yourself his aid and knit at least one pair of wristlets for some girls brother? The colonel has a beautiful young daughter, and she is knitting them, too. The wristlets should be of tan color, if possible, or dark gray or some other subdued color, so they will not attract the attention of the enemy. They should never be red or any other bright color.

They should be knit loosly enough to admit of drawing them on and off over the hand, and Should be about five inches in length. The editor suggests that inside of each pair you pin or sew a little slip of paper, with your name and address plainly written thereon, so the soldier boys may know who sent them. And to aid the movement, and also to do something for his country, the editor wants to publish in the paper the names of every young lady who joins in this worthy undertaking. Let us have your names as fast as you knit them. Write Colonel McCarthy a note telling him you are knitting some wristlets and ask him where you are to send them.

He will answer your letter promptly and will tell you just what to do with them in order that they may get to the right place. And he will be immensely pleased to hear from you because of what you are doing for the boys. Girls, the editor makes this appeal to you in the name of our country, which we all love so well. You can not fight, but you CAN make life MORE COMFORTABLE for the boys who do the fighting-some of whom will never come back again. Come into the office and talk it over with us, and if we can aid you in any way we will do so.

In writing to Colonel McCarthy address your Lumas follows: Colonel Daniel E. McCarthy, U. S. Army, Federal Building, Chicago, Illinois. Start today, girls.

This is YOUR opportunity. Dr. E. E. Toney (ids Commission as Eirst lieutenant In The Medical Reserve Corps of the U.

S. Armv. On last Sunday morning. Dr. L.

E. IiOney received lus commission as First Lieutenant in Medical Reserve Corps. He has already taken his oath and is now awaiting a call to actual service. Dr. Toney, when called will give up his practice here and go to the service of Uncle Sam.

Dr. Bert as he is generally known has been very anxious to do his part, and is very much pleased over his commission, which is signed by the great Woodrow Wilson. He is the first applicant from Wayne county to receive a commission, but not last. There are more yet to come. Graduating Excrcies al Christian Church Friday Nigdit.

The Graduating Exercises of the Piedmont High school will be held at the Christian church, tomorrow night, Friday evening, May 25, 1917. Prof. R. E. Douglas of Cape Girardeau will deliver the class address.

Birthday Parly. Mrs. Iao McGee gave a birthday party last Sunday in honor of her husbands fiftieth birthday. A fine dinner was spread and every one had a big feast and a jolly time. Those present were Mr.

and Mrs. J. A. Rives and Mr. and Mrs.

Sparks. Piedmont Represented In Navy. Piedmont is now lepresented in every department of war for the service of Uncle Sam. Bryan Carter, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs.

John Carter went to St. Louis last week and enlisted in the Navy, lie is first to go from hero to the navy. Teachers' Examination. The regular teachers examination will be held in Piedmont on Friday and Saturday, June tbe 1st and 2nd. C.

E. Pi'KioN', The members of tbe Social Circle class and a few other guests wen entertained Monday evening May 21, at tbe beautiful country homo of their teacher Mrs. Katherine Berryman. After many amusing and interesting games were played, dai'nly and delicious refreshments were served. A few more games were played and then after bidding the hostess good night wo started home.

All reported a good time. A guest. Mrs. Harry Harvey returned Wednesday from St. Louis whete she attended the funeral of her sisters husband Mr.

Carl Beck. Mr. Beck formally lived in St. Louis, but they had been living in California three years. He had been suffering from heart trouble for some time, and recently made a trip to Texas and was advised by a specialist of his serious condition and that he only had a short time to live.

He came back to St. Louis Wednesday and died Friday at one 1 clock. He was burned Sunday i noon at the Mt. Olive Cemetery. The registration of every able-bodied man between the ages of 21 and 31 years will be required by law on Tuesday, June 5, 1917, for the purpose of selecting an army of 500,000 choice men.

Of the 500,000 to be selected on the first call, Wayne countys pro rata will be 65 men. In accordance with the proclamation of President Wilson and instructions of Governor Fred D. Gardner, the following named person have been appointed to act as registrars in their respective voting precincts of Wayne county. The place or room to hold registration, shall be the usual place of voting in each precinct. Where convenient please post this notice in a public place and call attention to it, as a severe penalty is attached to those who do not register.

Following are the registrars: Leeper, D. L. McGhee. Granite Bend, Pat OKeefe. Taskee, Walter Baker.

Chaonia, J. A. Estes. Wappapello, Thomas Knodell. McGee, A.

DeCillis. Davis School House, C. Johnson. Pine Grove, George Costeph-ens. Lowndes, F.

C. McLain. Gravelton, A. F. Wagner.

Coldwater, Jacob Barrett. Brunot. Lowery Lovelace Damon, Fred Wilkinson. Smith Mill, William Duncan. Silva, Alfred Ward.

Oak Grove, J. F. Rhodes. Greenville, W. A.

Settles, J. F. Hughes, F. J. Stephens.

Piedmont, J. A. Banks, J. A. Hammond, C.

II. Jones. Mill Spring, Wm. Carnahan, Gus Page. Williamsville, E.

Sharpe, Whit Ivy. Hiram, T. A. Henley, O. E.

Heath. Patterson, C. B. Ford, J. C.

Clnie. Baccalaureate Sermon Last Sunday morning at the Christian Church Rev. Tiller the pastor, delivered thebaccalaurae-ate Sermon. The senior class were dressed in caps and gowns and made a splendid appearance Rev. Tillers sermon was full of good things for the young people.

The keynote of his sermon was the importance of caring for physical strength that character, industry, high ideals, and the spiritual may be developed to tne highest perfection. The choir of the Chistian Church led the singing and furnished two special numbers. Prof. Siebs rendered a cornet solo. Pastors Calvert and Myers also assisted in the services.

Baptist Notes. The Baptist Church of Piedmont invites you to attend its services. Each Sunday at 9:45 Bible school. Preaching services each Sunday at 11:00 a. m.

and 7:30 p. m. Wednesday evening at 7:30, prayer meeting. Sunday evening at 6:45, Baptist Young Peoples Union. Rev.

father Adrain, of Poplar Bluff, held services at Mrs. Mike Eagans, Tuesday. I I'ndc Billy Bunyard Dies. Wayne County lost another of I the pioneer citizens who have 5 blazed the path of civilization ami progress in this community, i in the death on last Tuesday of William W. Bunyard.

Mr. Bun: rd was more than 88 gears of acv and has been a respected citi ui of Piedmont for many ears. Fum ra! lervices were con-d'icU (I al th lmme by Rev. C. L.

(dvvrt i Wednesday after-neon, and a large crowd of relatives and fiiends accompanied the remains to the Sparks ceme- tery on Claiks creek for inter- School Notes, The sophomores entertained the juniors at Mr. and Mrs. San-ners last Wednesday night and it was a decided success. The hall and dining room were decorated in red, white and blue, and the same color scheme was carried out in the refreshmen's. A red, white and blue gu -ssing contest was won by Miss Jones and Mrs.

Sanner for which they each received a small flag pin as a prize. The juniors enjoyed this patriotic entertainment and hope that the sophomores and juniors will have many more such enjoyable times together. The seniors wish to thank the people of the town for the good attendance at the play Friday night. A picnic will be held at the ground May 25. Everyone is invited to attend.

The grade programs will be given on that day. The commencement exercises will be held at the Christian church May 25, 8:00 p. rn. Glen Wildman had the best essay on The Development of the Short Story based on the stories and articles printed in the Independent. The war is reaching Piedmont High school.

Two of the alumni are now in the service. Bryan Carter 16 has joined the Navy and left last week. Ray Pratt also of 16 is in the Infantry. Roxy Bunyard, a sophomore is also in the Infantry. Edgar Short 16 was approved for training camp at Fort Riley and may get a call to the next camp.

Dr. L. E. Toney ftas also been commissioned for a place in the reserves. Dr.

E. C. Berryman is also a member of the dental corps. Class Play Success The Senior Class of the Piedmont High School made a hit with their play last Friday night if the applause with which it was received is a good omen. The Sweet Girl Gradu.

tcs was the title of the play. Bly Bunvard was the sweet girl and played her part well. Nellie Melloy was the Aunt wt never granu-ated and brought down the house several times by I er clever part. Glen Wildman, the nervous mother, Sam Holmes the father andR. R.

President, Lee Munger as Jack Hamilton also lent interest to the cast. Others taking part were Beulah Hunter Myrtle Singleton, Grace Kimes and Walter Freeman who i layed their parts well but minor characters. The play was well attended. Many Greenville people motored over. The play was at the Princess and the house was filled.

Pair Directors To Meet. The directors of the Piedmont Tri-County Fair will meet next Saturday night at the Peoples-Exchange Bank at 7:30 for the purpose of electing new officers and laying plans for the fair, which is to be held the latter part of September. merit. Anobituaiy will appear next week. c.

r. u. May is membership month for the C. T. U.

We want forty act ive-paid-i members this year and all the honorary members we can get. All that is required of tic male honorary mem-' In is, is that they sign the pledge and pay one dollar dues per year. Pay dues 81 'id, 5()c, 25c, or even a dune at the time. What is there to prerent every Christian man and woman from belonging to the Chustiun Temperance Union? The C. T.

U. will have a temporal ret room at the sci. onl picnic Friday. Give us a call. Christian fathers and mothers lilca.se write short letters or send grams to tbe President, your nator and Congressman, urg-n them to protect from the 1 1 1 i and the house of si ame," your sons who go at the governments call to fight for heir count ry.

1 Infot mat ion concerning the making of comfort bags for a Idlers will be furnished on re-- m- the editor of the W. C. T. U. notes.

Parent Teachers Association. The parent Teachers association met at the school Friday after noon at 3:30. While there was nearly one-hundred per cent of teachers present the attendance of parents was very small. It is hoped when school starts next fall a large per cent of the parents will manifest interest and join and make it a success. The China Shower given the school was quite a success, but we hope for even more.

Over two dozen cups, saucers, plates and spoons were brought, but at least four dozen are needed to serve even a fair sized crowd school. The progrom Friday afternoon was very interesting and beni-ficial. The problem of the child in its teens, by Rev. Calvert: Discipline, Miss Maupin; Piano solo, Margery Clevenger; Motherhood, Mrs. Munger.

Songs bv the pupils of Miss Johnsons and Miss Dunns room were greatly enjoyed. Afterward Miss Johnson and assistants served refreshments during the social hour. FOR SALE -Several used cars. J. W.

Young. 46-tf. SeifcrlCle either Miss Ruby Clevenger, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 16.

L. Clevenger, and R. Seifert of New Orleans were united in imago at the home of the bride Saturday evening at o'clock Rev. Tiller of the CbiNtiau cliurch performed tbe wedding ceremonies. Outside of the immediate family.

Rev. and Tiller were tbe only ones present. The bride is one of Pit dmont's most beautiful and charming young ladies. She lias a very friendly disposition and is bigbK thought of, by all who know liei. She is a graduate of tin Piedmont High school.

The groom is well known here, having owned and operated the Ford garage here for somethin. While here he proved to be a man of good habits and ery industrious. Jack as lie was called, made many warm fiiends during his stay in our little city. The newly manied mip'e leli Saturday night on No. 5 tor Ne.v Orleans, where they will make their future home.

We wish to extend to them congratulations, and may the be filled with worlds happiness and suecc-s..