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The Evening Telegram Published every afternoon from The Telegram Building, Lakeland, Fla. Entered in the post office at Lakeland, Fla., a mail matter of thj tecond class. M. F. HETHERINGTON. EDITOR. One Year . $5.00 Six Months ...... . . 2.30 Three Months ..... . - - - I.2S Delivered anywhere within the limits of the City of Lakeland for 10 cents a week THE LAKELAND NEWS A weekly newspaper giving a resume of local matters, crop conditions, county affairs, etc. Sent anywhere for $1.50 per year. MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATED The Associated Press is exclusively titled to the use for republication of ell news dispatches accredited to, it or not other credited In this paper and also the local news published herein. All rights for republication of special dis patches herein are also reserved. What has become of the old-fashioned heatless day? It is conspicuous by its absence down here in Florida. o Looking for some fellow to claim exemption on the ground that he has to support a Palm Beach suit. It's a mighty expensive thing to maintain. o The Washington correspondents continue to say mighty nice things about Congressman Drane. He has made a remarkable record for a first-termer. As in all good and patriotic works, Lakeland is showing up well in the sales of War Savings Stamps. Lake land always responds to every call made in behalf of humanity and pa triotism, regardless of how frequent these calls are made. o From all over the country, but par ticularly from the Bartow and Ft. Meade sections, shipments of cabbage are reported heavy, and the prices realized for the most part, have been fair. That spells a goodly chunk of money for the growers of Polk. o Not to be outdone by Joe Earman, we will say that if William Randolph Hearst will come over to Lakeland and spend a while with us Crackers, instead of disporting himself with those Eastern plutes on the Palm Beach' sands, we, too, will give him a nomination for President. We have quite a number of these nominations on hand, and are liable to give one of 'em to anybody who acts up hand some. Its a strenuous business, this get ting into some of the lodges. In Springfield, Illnois, relatives of two men are seeking to collect $33,000 . damages awarded them by the courts against a certain order, by reason of the claim that the men were killed by the initiation stunts. Most cf'the best orders and fraternities have cut out the rough horse-play in their ini tiations, and all of them should do so who want the new momber to re gard the organization with respect. A L-iiJ Wavelets Fro m The Deep C Green 1KB EVENING TELEGRAM, LAKEL ND. FLA., FRIDAY, MARCJUSI alludes to the wonderful spirit of the I. . , iTnitPrt States, believing (I t Opto Ul l"v .- A REFRESHING TIEW ' ' . a th ahllltV or It is pleasant, once in a while to in their . -obtain an outside view of what Amer- their government He believes ica is doing and what the country has we are getting at the war un a accomplished, in preparing for the war tne virility and vigor of a Jorcem that was thrust upon us and the gage people, and that we are not losing any eluct- time about it, not as mucu - British people lost in getting reauy. There are probably a dozen reasons why a Wyoming county farmer named a new apple after Mr. Rockefeller, the mobt logical of which being that "there ain't going to be no core." T.iiupa Tribune. And then maybe the apple might be above the "Standard. 'Twould take an almighty big trac tor to "clear" some titles. One man upon seeing the Governor in military regalia, remarked that he looked like "Puss in Boots." The man that takes an hour to de cide whether he wants to go fishing or not de-bates before it is time to de- batt. One moving picture exhibitor in ad vertising a -feature, says "See Theda Bara, in five parts." Restaurant proprietors would soon be broke if everyone should "settle" their dinner with a long walk. We would like to know thei name of the real estate agent that sold the Kaiser American dirt. That burglar that tapped the Fort Myers postofflce, showed thrift in stealing war stamps.. He surely will have a licking good time. They say that Love comes but once, bti the symptoms seem to rise and fall like ttie stock market. Opticians have some eye-deal days. They say money talks, but gosh! don't you have to listen a long time before you hear it? Won't it be grand to see the God dess of Liberty wearing a "one peace dress?" of which we were compelled antly to accept one year ago. RED CROSS WAR FUND The attention of subscribers to the Bed Cross War Fund is called to the large amount of overdue payments on pledges. The last statement in February showed arrearages of $800.50 up to a,i tnniudine January. The present of Febru- - . 1 tun a aa tfl Lord Northcliffe has recently given Ho nas one aouui, am. - t shows arrearages hia impressions of -the activity of our v nether we are building snips 3 iQ &nd lncludlng government in selecting an army, as we ought and as rast as w p..... lneteue of over $100.00. equipping it and getting it ready for but he has no word of criticism or J. our laiiure tnere, u we uc nv ,j.jg ls aigcouragiue, the actualities of war.. He is the lead ing newspaper man of Great Britain, is a keen observer of world events, and has resided in this country for many months, perhaps with the pur pose of satisfying himself as to th View of the fact that the local Chap- in sny respect. .411 this is refreshing and will &lieT badly needs funds for the pur far to satisfy the mind of the public chase of materials, and as 15 per cent on the prosecution Of the war and to of all conections is refunded to the convince .the people that much, very;. . chapter for that purpose, it is real weight the United States will nuict of the criticism made by our ms geen that they are deprived now have in the European war. i" PePle is baseless. Miami Her-1 jg.oo which would purchase some material the workers are anxious to make up into supplies for the men who on the front are gathering for perhaps one of the most terrible bat tics in history. A gentleman over at St. Petersburg purchases an entire page of the In dependent to print a petition to Congress telling the terrible evils of tobacco, and asking for a law to pre vent Its use. Of course, we did not read all the stuff, but we read enough to ascertain that all diseases known to science and all crimes categorled in criminology are caused by the use of the weed. It so happens that the writer has never used tobacco In any form; but he has known so many peo ple who are good if there is any goodness in this world and who are absolutely healthful and robust, de spite many years of habitual use of tobacco that he is forced to take such extreme statements with a grain of salt. Perhaps all would be better off if the use of tobacco could be totally discontinued; but we believe that there are other evils whose over throw might engage our efforts first If we can get a man perfect with the exception of taking a smoke or even a "chaw" we may well be satisfied with the job. "The people of Polk county owe a debt of gratitude to those whose pro gressive spirit is responsible for the magnificent system of roads that are now nearlng completion," says the Lakeland Telegram. "Had the matter been deferred a year or two it would not have been possible to put the proposition over, owing to conditions brought about by the war. But Polk has her roads, and they are the best in the country, cost considered." It is a very fine thing to be able to tell or the fine roads in a county, and few things could be said that would at tract more attention. Not only this, for when the people who are riding about come to the Polk county roads they will surely ask more about them, and be certain noil to forget where they are. Jacksonville Times Union.. r We have heard much from our own ; people in criticism of the govern ment. It has been said that the ad ministration has utterly failed. It is said that we have been lax in our purpose and inefficient in carrying out our program, and it is still being said by those who have nothing con stiuctive to offer in the way of the better carrying on of the war. Per haps it will be said again by the same class of people. But on the whole, we prefer the tehtimony of a disinterested outsider whose only object is to get at the faets, and to tell them truthfully to a clientage whose interests are involved with ours. From his standpoint, the American nation was a slumbering giant, when the war began, but that it surprising ly and speedily waked to the necessi ties of war, and that it has advanced with wonderful strides every day since the declaration of war was made. He points to the wonderful achievement in the building of six teen immense cantonments, all fitted up to house millions of soldiers. 'the work being accomplished within t very few weeks. He is full of admir atlon over the results of conscription. He shows with what vigor the coun try went about raising the funds, not only to finance its own war but to help its allies in financing theirs. He tells about the Liberty motor, and how it was the work of men who had been in competition with each other In the production of automobiles, bu; who burled their own business differ ences-, to produce a standardized en gine for the thousands of airplanes t,i be sent abroad. He tells how business has been classified, how men havs aid PATRIOTISM SOMETIMES PAYS Young James McLain has found that it sometimes pays in more ways than one to be patriotic. It will be remembered that James was the pur chaser of the first war savings stamp sold here, using for the purpose some money that he had been saving for a pair of roller skates. It will also be remembered that James re ceived rather severe injuries some time ago when the wagon on which he was riding was hit by an A. C. L. train. One day this week one of the railroad's claim agents called at the McLain home to settle for the damages although no claim had been put in. Officials of the road had read of James' patriotism and they were glad to do something for him. We understand that the handsome dona tion received by James from the road was immediately invested in a War Savings Certificate. There is a boy of the right sort. And we now learn for the first time that our win ter resident, Mr. Samuel Jackson was so touched by this boy's self-denying patriotism that he presented him with a pair of roller skates that he mght not be without the pleasure of having them on account of his sense of obligation to do what he could to help his country win the war. Au burndale Advocate. A number of the subscribers have completed all their payments and an earnest invitation is extended to all others who are able to do likewise. At any rate, let us try to catch up with the arrears before the next statement. A. J. HOLWORTHY, Executive Secretary, Lakeland Red Cross War Fund. SHOULD BE ACTIVELY AT WORK Mr. Lewis that the members of the boys' corn clubs and the girls' can ning clubs should be actively at work these days that enthusiasm for the work may not be permitted to wane in the slightest degree. As a mat-. ter of fact the work of these agencies never counted for so much as they will during the coming season. The great urgency of food conservation during the coming years opens a field for -these organizations never before offered them. Heretofore their work has been largely a matter of pride in superior a chievement for achieve ment's sake. Now there is the add ed Incentive that every gain effected counts in the final winning of the war with the kaiser. Each worker has the full knowledge that his or her individual efforts are not only appreciated, but urgently needed This should spur them to the effort to discount all former records. The ASP It's It's brjm head egg. inB new spring bJ I'Bm. weight fkt "y. it At, the shell fit, ur ivi tne new soft t one of the novel shadei brought out this i. in various shapes-one which Is very beeomli you. Lakeland's Best Clothes 8h Phone 243 Draje I young people of the land are A ing a splendid patriotism, ail may rest assured it is apprecla the fullest event by their Meade Leader. St. Petersburg is planning to $40,000 to Increase the capaa the electric light plant. BUY YOUR GOODS AT EASTER SALE AT A. A. Lewis, of Kathleen, manager of the corn club boys of Polk county, g'ven up important position to worn was transacting business in the com for the government without pay. He niunity Monday. It is the opinion of WAR COUNCIL APPROPRIATES $500,000 FOR RED CROSS HOUSES The War Council has appropriated , $500,000, or so much of the sum as may be necessary, to cover the cost of constructing and furnishing Red Cross Houses at camps and canton ments and general hospitals in the United States. ' ' The average contract price for each of these houses so far placed is about $20,000, with an additional $3, 000 or $4,000 for furnishings. It is not yet known just how many of these buildings will be erected. Work, however, is about to be started in twenty-five 'different places. Charles E. Fox, of Chicago, has been appointed Associate Director of Camp Service in charge of the con struction of these Houses. FOR SALE Fresh Jersey cow. Phone E03 Red. 7290 Your Prescriptions A registered pharmacist ot experience is al on duty at the Red Cross Pharmacy. Wti you send your prescriptions here you are alwa; assured they will be accurately filled with 4 very highest quality of drugs. OURIMESSENGERS CALL FOR AND DELIVER PRESCRIPTS Red Cross Pharmac PHONl M FOR PROMPT 8ERVICI Q Leading Lady With HONOLULU LOU Auditorium ISay acan wow Selling, 75c, $1.00, S1.50 Fir ft Prntprtinti Is not a matter of a couple of dollars. It may mean the lives of some of your family orthe loss of hundreds or thousands of dollars of your property.. Trying to save a few dollars on the purchase of a Fire Extinguisher is penny wise and pound foolish We sell and recommend the "Pyrene" extinguisher which has been Jested by the experts of the associated fire Insurance companies and approved by them. It has been adopted by the Government for many uses, and will do Its work efficiently and completely when YOU NEED IT Do not flamble with a cheap one. Do not buy one unless ap proved by the insurance companies. It does not pay. Demonstration of GENUINE PYRENE at your request. 16th PLKLfiLM CONDENSED STATEMENT OF THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF LAKELAND, LAKELAND FLA AT THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS, MARCH 4th, 1918, AS CALLED BY THE COMPTROLLER AT RESOURCES Loans and Discounts $ 778,786.94 U. S. Bonds and Securities h 147,470.62 Real Estate 11,778.12 Overdrafts 596.64 Banking House 62,000.00 Furniture & Fixtures 23,486.86 Stock In Federal Reserve Bank 4,500.00 Cash and due from U. S. Treasurer 344,169.37 LIABILITIES Capital , Stock Surplus .... $ 100,000.00 Undivided Profits 50,000.00 Circulation 13'207-40 DEPOSITS .. . -98.500.00 1,111,081.15 Total. .tt.372,788.53 Total... U.372.788.65 Polk County's Largest Bank RESOURCES OVER ONE MILLION TWO HUNDRED FIFTY nOUSAND DOLLAR8 i o E FIRST NATIONAL BAN K C. M. CLAYTON, President J. W. BRYANT, Vice Pn!dent VCfcP,5 G. MUNN, J. R. WEEKS. Vice Prejldrrt Cashier 91 LAKELA GOOD Assistant Cashlsr ND T- SAMMON. Assitant Cashier