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mxttt mmtsi mwmx Volume 43, Number 50. HEPPNER, OREGON, THURSDAY, Mar. 10, 1927 Subscription $2.00 a Year E BET BIG E Library Benefit Nets More Than $200; Requests for Repeat Made. MANY TURNED AWAY Program, Replete with Comedy, Mu cic, Drama, Dancing, Pro nounced Success. When the curtain rose on the home talent vaudeville at the Star theater Tuesday night, more than a hundred people were turned away for want of space. The house was not only packed it was literally jammed. The enter tainment netted the Heppner Public Library association $238.10, for the purpose of carrying on a public li brary. Total receipts were ?293.70. Though the benefit phase of the oc casion iB probably the most important, it is certain there was nothing lack ing from the point of entertainment as was evidenced by the hearty ap plause, broad smiles and innumerable remarks of commendation. In fact, it was so good that there were many requests for a repeat performancj Hard work was shown in all num bers, the majority of which were sptnsored by local fraternal organi sations, and each is so deserving of piaise that none can be cited ahead of the rest. It is certain that the kiddies, coacl. by Mrs. Harold Cohn, in the folk dance sponsored by Eastern Star should be given much credit for get ting the successful entertaniment off to a good start. Their number was e'lever, pretty and well executed with just enough juvenile caprice to "take" with the spectators. Those taking part were Harriet Hager, Pattie Ca son, Viola and June Kirk, Pattie Westfall, Erma and Irene McFerrin, Betty Happold, Jackson Gilliam, Ar thur McAtee, Scott McMurdo, Jimmie Gemmell, John Crawford, Freddie Farrior, Omar McCaleb and Bobbie Morse. Miss Virginia Cleveland's solo dance, also sponsored by O. E. S. and coached by Mrs. Cohn, was ex quisite, indeed, and marked Miss Vir ginia as a most capable artist. Her number was entitled "The Glow Worm." Both numbers were accom panied by Mrs. Walter Moore at the piano. Miss Elizabeth Phelps obliged with a beautiful whistling selection, and lesponded to the hearty applause with "Comin' Thru the Rye," which was equally well received. Her num ber was sponsored by I. O. O. F. She was accompanied at the piano by Miss Hazel Davidson of lone. "Joint Home Owners" is the title of the clever skit given by Neighbors of Woodcraft. It depicted some amus ing situations in an old people's home and withal pleased the audience very much. The cast included Mrs. O. T. Ferguson, Mrs. J. G. Cowins, Mrs. F. A. Stapleton and Mrs. Rosa Howell. Mrs. Melvin Johnston of Lexington showed herself to be an adept at por traying boy life in two recitations, first, "When Johnny Goes to Wash," and the second, "Seein' Things at Night," a favorite from the pen of Eugene Fields given in response to a generous call for encore. The Scottish ballads sung by Mrs. A. Gibb, with Mrs. Moore at the piano, lent an air of substantial variety to the well rounded program, carrying as they did the romantic atmosphere of Mrs. Gibb's bonnie native land. Mrs. Gibb was well received. A rare treat, indeed, were the danc ing numbers given by Miss Guyla Gat lashaft, representing the Rebeknhs. Her first was a Russian dance while the second was a Gypsy dunce. Both were heartily applauded, with repeat by the dancer. Miss Gallashaft, who teaches school in the Davis district, showed herself to be a master in her performances, second to none of a majority of professional vaudeville performers in her line. Miss Eliza beth Phelps was at the piano. As much may also be said of trie Bauman brothers, Harvey and Clar ence, who performed physical feats of balancing requiring the utmost in strength and skill. Their act included several new stunts that not only pleased but amazed many witnesses. One of the feats accomplished by Harvey was the balancing of little Mnrje Happold, seated in a chair, on his chin, while probably the most difficult was a stunt whereni Clarence balanced himself at arms length on two long iron handles extending from a stage held by Harvey with hands and abdomen while in a reclining po sition. These gentlemen received a mighty fine hand. They represented the Masons and American Legion. "A Queer Deal" was pulled by Ed Keller and Ed Clark in behalf of the Knights oif ltytliias. In this act Clark did his stuff as a Maytag sales man, convincing Keller as "Mandy Johnston" that the modern way is the best way of doing the wash, while to irother they kept the audience pretty much in an uproar with jokes on some of the folks about town. . That Crocket Sprouls will soon be ready to graduate from the amateur class in vaudeville whs plainly shown In his "Grand Opery" ntuff. Crocket had the audience all with him good and strong throughout his initial number and encore. As an Irish mother in her nightgown talking to her daughter, he was a scream, and was no less so as a tough guy from "down by the winiger woiks" in his ' encore. His vocal registering of the theme was excellent. Mrs. Moore ac companied. And now the men know what it's MORROW FARMERS WILL BENEFIT BY WHEAT RATE CUT Effective March 1, this year, the freight rate on wheat from Hepp ner to Portland is reduced two cents a hundred pounds or one and one-fifth cent a bushel. The new rate quoted in a tariff received by C. Darbee, local agent of the O.-W. R. & N., yesterday, is the first re ceived following announcement re cently that the state supreme court had sustained the action of the pub lic service commission in eliminat ing branch line differentials on dif ferent farm commodities, includ ing wheat. The new rate is 20 'A cents as against the former rate of 22 cents, a hundred pounds. Any reduction in freight rates amounts to the same thing as add ing that much to the price of his wheat, for, as the saying goes, "the farmer payB the freight." Library Vaudeville Not To be Given Again Though there have been many re quests for a repeat performance of the home talent vaudeville given at the Star theater last Tuesday night, it has been decided by the manage ment that a repeat will not be given. This is the word so far as the Hepp ner Public Library association is con cerned. It is to be regretted that all who desired to attend the show were not permitted to do so, but it is the opin ion of many that another showing would not justify the trouble and would call for too much of a sacrifice on the part of many who took part. The association feels itself deeply in debted to all the organizations and individuals who had a part in making the show a success. Rufus Farrens of lone Killed in Auto Accident Rufus Farrens, prominent resident of lone, was killed by the overturning of his car near that place a little after six o'clock Wednesday evening, being caught underneath the machine. Mr. Farrens left lone to drive out to his furm in the Gooseberry sec tion. He was alone and driving a Ford i.nd when about a half mile below town on the fill just where the road turns up the canyon, the car left the gi-udc for some unknown reason, and before it could be brought buck struck lose dirt and rock and turned over. Mr. Farrens was caught in Buch a manner as to be held with the pres sure of the car over his heart, and death must have been almost instnn- tuneous. The remains were taken in charge by Coroner Case, who brought the body to Heppner ana prepared it for burial. His investigation of the ac cident proved accidontul death and an inquest was not deemed necessary. Mr. Farrens is survived by his wife ard three children. Furernl arrange- ments had not been completed at the time of going to press. Heppner Trap Shooters Break Even; Score 69 Lester Doolittle, Chas. Vaughn and M. R. Fell made up the team Sunday representing Heppner Rod and Gun club in the state telegraphic trap shooting tournament being conducted by the Morning Oregonian, Portland. Each of these gentlemen turned in a score of 23, the three highest scares of the first round of the day, for a total of 69 out of a possible 75. They lost to Hood River, which-turned in a prefect score, and won from Echo with 67. Next Sunday Heppner will shoot against Coquille and Hillsboro. So far the local nimrods who won the trophy cup lust year have not been going very good. L. VanMarter, who had high gun in the shootoff at Portland with 99 out of 100, has not yet made the team, though for the past two Sundays he has broken 45 out of 50. His shooting has been marked with hard luck, but he is bound to pick up and will turn in some straights before the finish. Chas. Lutourcll, Bert Bowker and Dr. Mc Murdo have also hit a slump and may be looked to for better reports. all about that "HAT" stuff. It was all made plain by the Auxiliary in their spring millinery revue, Mrs. Roger Morse told the story ill musical recitation while other members of the revue illustrated it in a charming manner with "hats hats hats." Of course a dancing chorus was included, all of which combined to please the audience to the extreme. Besides Mrs. Morse those having part were Mrs. H. A. Cohn, Mrs. Jus. Burgess, Mrs. O. B. Floiy, Mrs. P. M. Gemmell, Mrs. Spencer Crawford, and Mrs. Wal ter Moore, accompanist. The Rhea Creek Grange, billed for a mock wedding, were unable to pre sent their number, and patrons of the benefit were thus denied an added treat. The Elks took care of the wind-up in good style, staging a real good, old fashioned negro minstrelsy. Their jokes and songs were funny and melo dious, carried out in characteristic darky-town fashion. Paul Gemmell was interlocutor extrnordinny, and kept his dusky brothers well hopped up. It is needless to say they brought the house down. Other southern gen tlemen were Walter LuDusirc,, Blaine Isom, Frank Turner, Crocket Sprouls and Harvey Miller. Mrs. Moore again accompanied. Looked at from every angle the vaudeville was a success, And now that funds are on hand the library will proceed to go ahead with a blighter future. The good word from the association is, "Use the library, it's yours." HEPPNER LOSES DEBATES WITH PENDLETON HI Local School Eliminated From District Championship Con test; Decisions Were Close By Heppnerian Reporter. The debates between Heppner and Pendleton resulted in Pendleton's victory over both learns. However, the debates were very close. By los ing to Pendleton Heppner is eliminat ed from the district championship contest. Miss Ruth Johnson of La Grande gave her criticism and decis ion before the local audience. Dean Goodman presided at the debate. Miss Pearson was time keeper. Marjorie Clark did exceptionally well in her presentation and Orrin Bisboe s rebuttal was especially force ful and clear, bringing out eight em phatic points. The first speaker on the affirmative Bobby Miller, possessed a splendid speaking voice. Ruth Beck, the sec ond speaker, had a pleasing person ality and presented her facts with a charming Russian accent. The teams were evenly matched. The local affirmative team, com posed of Margaret Notson and Mar vin Gammell, with alternates, Gerald Slocum and Mae Doherty, traveled to Pendleton Friday to compete with the formidable Pendleton team. Miss Murray acted as chaperon and Pat Mollahan of the Cohn garage drove Hie team over. There was some discussion as to the advisability of stopping at a large white building with well kept 'grounds just this side of Pendleton, but they iinally decided to go on. The Hepp i erites were much confused by the skyscrapers and would surely have suffered from sun-burned tonsils if the sun had been shining. Mr. John son, who drove over with Mr. Notson, after school, was delighted when sev eral Pendleton matrons thought he was one of the youthful debaters and cnogratulated him on his ability to spoak. The debate was staged in the audi torium of the Umatilla county library. Pendleton's negative team, com posed of Grace Mason and Willard Ormsley, proved orators of no mean pjwer. Miss Louise Watkins, head of the English department of Pendleton high school, occupied the chair. The judge was Professor Bean, de bate coach at Whitman college. His criticism was unusually clever and delivered in a charming manner. Those driving over to Pendleton for the debate were Mrs. H. M. Walker, Harold Johnson, S. E. Notson, Chas. Notson, Dr. Conder, Claude Conder, Clarence Hayes and Terrel Benge. Pacific Wool Growers to Stage Wool Show A wool show the largest and most complete to be held in the West will be put on by the Pacific Coopera ive Wool Growers at the Pacific In ternational Livestock Exposition next fall in Portland, Oregon, according to a recent announcement. This is the fust wool show that has been staged at the International and extensive plans are being made to secure the cooperation of wool growers in this territory. Three shows combined in on, is the program offered by those in charge, and will include a registered fleece show, a grade or cross-bred I fleece show and a mohair show. Cash prizes will be awarded in the registered fleece show for ram and ewe fleeces of Delaino, Merino, Ram bouillet, Corriedale, Cheviot, Dorset, Hampshire, Leicester, Oxford, Shrop shire, Southdown, Cotswold, Lincoln and Romney breeds. In the grade show cash prizes will be given for the best fleeces of each of the market grades of wool. Both adult mohair fleeces and kid lleeree will be awarded prizes in the mohair bIiow. Followin gthe state fairs and the Califronia Wool Show, the Pacific In ternational Wool Show will be the final competnig place for prize'win ning fleeces from the entire west. Any wool grower, whether a mem ber of the Pacific Cooperative Wool Growers or not, is eligible to enter as .nany fleeces as he desires in any di vision of this show, say association c'iicials. ALBERT TUAYLOR PASSES. Albert Traylor, ex-resident of Mor row county, died at Granite Falls, Wn.p March 1, according to word re ceived from Mrs. I. L. Howard of Hood River. Mr. Traylor, while work ing in the woods, was caught by a falling tree. He lived from Friday til Tuesday but did not reguin conscious ness. Interment took place at Drain, Ore. Mr. Traylor leaves to mourn his departure a wife and three small children and a host of friends. RECEPTION FOR THE AYERS'. Ruth Chapter, O. E. S., will meet tomorrow evening, March 11. After tli e regular business session an in formal reception will be tendered Mr. and Mrs, A. L, Ayers who are leaving lieppner shortly to make their home in Portland. DORIC LODGE TO MEET. Important meeting of Doric Lodge No. 20, Knights of Pythias, next Tues day evening, March 15. All members urged to be present. Jasper V. Crawford, C. C. Regulur meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary next Tuesday eve ning, March 15, at headquarters. Be there. Mr. P. M. Gemmell, Sec. Another Need Shown for Auditorium -Gym - eort Gymnasium and Stage Auditorium Is ln r I I 0rMi2 onrf DrMtinti ait ctttk in i T M i. lEtrlraitfl T FLOOR PLAN OF PROPOSED BUILDING AS CONCRETE evidence of the need for the proposed auditorium-gymnasium, voting on the bonds for construction of which will take place March 18, was shown Tuesday night when more than 100 people were turned away from the home-talent library benefit show because of lack of room in the theater. The proposed auditorium would accommodate such a crowd comfortably. This is a feature that townspeople might well take into con sideration along with the urgent need in the school plant for the building. Every taxpayer in the district is entitled to vote and should exercise the right on March 1 8. ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL CHURCH. Rev. B. Stanley Moore, Missionary in charge. Sunday School at 9:46. Morning prayer and Wimon at 11. The regular Weanesaay evening Lenten Service at 7:00 o'clock, March 16. Choir practice at 8 o'clock Wed nesday, the 16th. Lent calls us once more from the pressing cares and activities of every day life to the realities of things un seen, and urges us to prepare for them. Who of us has not been startled at the suddenness with which the angel of death has called some dear one away from this world to enter upon that life which is eternal? And yet what more desirable change, provid ed our life has been a steady prepar atijn for this certain end, and we are able to exclaim, "Even so, come, Lord Jecus!" If we live as St. Paul did we too might say every day of our lives, "I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart and to be with Christ, which is far better; neverthe less to abide in the flesh is more need ful for you." But how many there are who are indifferent and careless and thought less! They are seldom seen in churcl on the Lord's Day they neglect the Lord's Table seldom or never do they think of the place which God has pre pared for them that love and honor Him, and their own unfitness to dwell there. They do not strive that they mav be worthy of their inheritance among the Saints in glory everlasting. Ihey may have excuses; indeed, are not excuses common? "I am so busy every day that when Sunday comes I need rest and do not feel inclined to attend church, or I have my family cares and I cannot well go, or, it is so unpleasant and stromy, and hot, or cold " And yet were there a dance a party, or supper, or sociable, these obstructions would in some way or other be cleared away. It is evident what we consider the treasures of life, for there our heart is also. But Lent comes with its message f f the divine love of Christ in dying fur us, to tell us that these pleasures are fleeting; our days are passing rapidly by, and ere long, how soon only our God knows, we must face the gieat question, What have I done in return for God's great love for me? what have I done to inherit eternal life? Dear friends, may our souls, during the holy season of Lent, be quickened by the Holy Spirit of God. May they be moved by the flame of His love to greater earnestness in our spiritual life, greater zeal for our Master's work, greater enthusiasm for that is uplifting and inspiring. May God put it into the heart of each to give proof of his earnestness, and may we all by His ever-ready help and for love of Christ be enabled so to observe the Lenten fast, that at its close we shall find ourselves nearer to Him who gave His life for us, that He might redeem us to God. Your Rector and Friend, STANLEY MOORE. Street Improved. Some very substantial improve ments have been recently completed on the west extension of Baltimore street. The street was graded up and about twenty feet in the center crowned with fine gravel. The resi dents along each side joined in with the city on a 50-50 basis in making this improvement. Celebrate Silver Wedding Anniversary With Dinner The farm home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Cox was the scene of a delight ful dinner party on Monday evening, ;nven by them in honor of their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. The guests enjoyed a sumptuous turkey Jinner, prepared by the hostess, and in return a delightful surprise was sprung on Mr. and Mrs. Cox when they were presented with a beautiful five piece silver coffee set, the gift of their guests for the evening. Those present were Dr. and Mrs, A. H. Johnston, Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Hager, Air. and Mrs. Gay M. Anderson, Dr. and Mrs. Fred E. Farrior, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Thompson and Mr. and Mrs. Bert P. Stone. HARDMAN. Mr. and Mrs. George Hayden were called to Spray March 2nd on account of the illness of Mr. Hayden's mother. They returned home on Saturday. Bernard Bleakman recently took over the Hardman postoffice of which Mrs. A. B. Chapin has been post mistress for the last three years. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie McDaniel re turned home March 3rd on account of the illness of Mrs. McDaniel. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Harshman and family were visitors here March 5th and 6th. Mrs. Ida Bleakman and daughter Alice were Heppner visitors Friday and Saturday. Ernest Cannon was in town Friday. T)ie free dance given by the I. p. 0. F. lodge Saturday was well attended and highly enjoyed by all. The Misses Helen Fredreckson and Hester Thorpe of Heppner were the week-end guests of Beth Bleakman. James Ham and family were visit ors over the week end. John Howell left Sunday for his ranch on Wall creek. Hurry French was a visitor Sunday. Charles Knighten was a visitor here Friday. Creed Owen of Heppner was visit ing Mrs. Walter Furlong Sunday. William Greener was called to Hillsboro Monday on account of the injury of a brother in an auto acci dent. ONCE UPON A TIME There was a little boy who had a hobby-horse and every day he would get upon him and ride away to town and back and yet he never got off the front porch. It is fine for children who live in the land of make-believe. Y'et, apparently, there are grown men and women who are still in men tnl childhood and they get astride b hobby and ride away as though they expected it to take them somewhere. Among the peculiar spectacles offered in this world this is one of those that might be called wonderful! "Hobby-horses" will be the evening subject at the Church of Christ. The morning topic will be, "The Flace of Baptism." You are invited to these services nnd also to the Bible school and Christian Endenvor. MILTON W. BOWER, Minister. Bringing cheer to Griindmn Mike sell, who is confined at the Morrow General hospital, the members of the Methodist choir called on her Wed nesday evening and sang a number of hymns for her. Mrs. Mikesell was greatly pleased by this visit from her church choir. LOC'L lIEWS ITEMS John Kilkenny had a head-on col lision with a water tank Monday when in a chase after an elusive ewe. He was laid out for several minutes, and came to town Tuesday to have Dr. McMurdo dress the scalp wound. It is thought by the doctor that if it hadn't been for Mr. Kilkenny's heavy head of hair the accident might have proved quite serious. Mr. and Mrs. I. L. Howard, former lone residents, have been the guests of the Balcombs at Irrigon for the past ten days from their home at Hood River. Mr. and Mrs. Howard and duughtei, Mra. Robeit Balcomb, mo tored to Pendleton Wednesday morn ing, returning the same day, says an Irrigon report. Emanuel Nordyke, who suffered se vere injuries some time ago when gasoline in his clothing became ig nited, is reported to be doing nicely. He is now able to sit up for four and five hours each day. The American Legion Auxiliary will give an Easter Monday dance at Elks hall. Music will be by Twilight Quin tet and many unusual features will be part of the evening's entertain ment. Loren Matteson met with a near serious accident Sunday when a piece of barbed wire flew up and struck him in the eye. Fortunately the eye ball was not injured, Dr. Johnston re ports. A Mr. Long broke his shoulder Sat urday night when the automobile he was driving went off the grade in Clarks canyon. He has been employed with the road crew in that vicinity. Mrs. Clara Mikesell who has been confined to the Morrow General hos pital the past six weeks with paraly sis and fractured pelvis is now able to be up in the wheel chair again. Harold, the 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. P. C. Peterson of Rhea creek, underwent an operation this morning at Morrow General hospital for a ruptured appendix. Mrs. James Stout underwent a ser ious operation at the Heppner Sur gical hospital on Monday. She is re ported to be progressing well at this writing. Jeff Neel, former Heppner resident, who has been absent for several years, arrived in the city yesterday and is enjoying a visit with old time friends. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Ulrich are the proud parents of an 8-pound boy born Tuesday morning. Dr. Johnston at tended. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Mar quardt at their home four miles north of Lexington on March 5, an SH-lb. girl. Karl Beach of Lexington is recov ering well from severe burns received a while back from burning gasoline. Ernest Brown, driver of the laundry delivery, is under quarantine with scarlet fever. Mrs. Bower's Piano Class Gives Pleasing Recital We failed to give mention in last issue of the recital held at the Chris tian church Endeavor room on last Tuesday afternoon of the piano puplis of Mrs. Ethel D. Bower, who was as sisted by Miss Margaret Wright. There were twelve numbers on the program, and a number of invited guests were present to listen to the pel formers and were delighted with tilt fine progress shown by the pupils of Mrs. Bower. The program follows: Vocal solo Miss Wright Duet, "Rest and Go On," Neumann Annabel and Jeanette Turner "Danse Petite," Ward Roberta Thompson. "Humoresque" Dvorak John Conder "The Squirrels" Kroeger Annabel Turner "By the Fireside" Moter "Sea Gardens Cooke Jeanette Turner Duet, "Trumpet Call" Evans Roberta Thompson and Mrs. Bower "Recreation Waltz" Schoebel Annabel Turner "Melody at Springtime" Rolf Roberta Thompson 'Minuet in G" Beethoven 'Song of the Plowman" .... Bachmann John Conder "Valse Brilliante Chopin Jeannette Turner Duet, "Garden of Roses" Ritter John Conder and Jeannette Turner ALPINE. Mrs. G. L. Bennett and family mo tored to Pendleton Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McDaniel were visitors at the home of J. H. McDan iel Sunday. Mildred Schmidt spent the night with Margaret Melville Wednesday. Many of the young people attended the dance given at B. P. Doherty's Saturday night and spent an enjoy able evening. Mr. and Mrs. Tat Curran arrived from Portland Sunday. They are vis iting with Mrs. Curran s parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. P. Doherty. Mr. and Mrs. C. Melville and Ger trude Tichenor were visitors in Hepp ner Thursday. G. L. Bennett made a business trip to Pendleton Friday. Finnl touches are being put to the play, "A Southern Cinderella," to be given by the Alpine high school on Mnrch 12. This is a play which will reach all of your emotions. The Misses Hawke are sure the are g"ing to receive all of Madame Churteris' fortune until Enid Bellamy, Madume's grandchild, conies on the scene, then they become desperate and determine to burn the will which she makes leaving the entire fortune to Enid. Judy decides to get married but the bridegroom never shows up at the wedding, but there are more lobsters in the sea. Madame dies and the will is burned. What hnppens two years later is of interest to all. By Arthur Brisbane SEE AMERICA This Union Pacific "Gold Coast Lim ited" is crossing from Wyoming into Utah, rolling over snow covered hills 7,000 feet high. Th.s is real American country. Col orado, Montana, Idaho, the Dakotas, Oregon, Washington, Nevada are your neighbors in this part of the worid. It looks what it Is a great and powerful country. Straight walls of stone, capped with pine trees, tower hundreds of feet above yon. Tele phone and telegraph wires cross in all directions. Good automobile road? run beside the track. One stops at Salt Lake City to get acquanited with the Angel Moroni and all the land that stretches around him. Moroni, very big in bright gold stands above the temple built by Brig ham Young, for "Latter Day Saints." Just across the way is the Federal Reserve Bank, of solid stone, and be yond towers the snow covered Oquron Range, the wealth of the, Utah copper mines hidden in it. Many things are as Brigham Young would have them and as he left them. The Angel Moroni doesn't suspect that the real authority below is the Federal Reserve Bank, the gigantic copper mine on the mountain sides, and the big Union Pacific Railroad. D. F. Spencer, general passenger agent of the Union Pacific System, says all intelligent human beings should see the famous "Death Valley." For $42, covering all expenses, you can spend two days motoring through the mysterious valley on your way east or west, inspecting in safety the strangest places on earth, stopping over night at a modern inn, built on Furnace Creek. In Death Valley, you stand on the warm sand, far below the level of the Pacific, and look to the west, at the white top of Mount V.'hitney, highest peak in the United States. The trip must be made between Oc tober and the middle of May. In sum mer, Death Valley is the hottest plae on earth. During the Death Valley season, you have your comfortable automobiles. Death Valley has everything that anybody could want you study bril liant colors of the appropriately .lamed "Funeral Range" on the east, and to the west the tall Panamints. Uncle Sam's most precipitous moun tain range, rising from the floor of Deatn Valley, more than 300 feet be low sea level, to a height of 11,045 feet to the perpetual snow of Tele scope Peak. Picturesque and convincing are names of places in that valley, once the bed of an inland sea. Gold, sil ver, copper, onyx are in those moun tains. Many have died searching. What once were black molten riv ers of lava reach out into the desert, as they poured down from volcanoes, dead ages ago. You walk over plains of salt a hun dred feet deep. Life is scarce there, a few snakes in Summer, horned tcads, chuckwalla lizard, eaten by the Panamint Indians. Above puzzled vultures soar, wondering why the automobile doesn't die, as the donkeys did. 3rief and sufficient are the lines here and there on wooden tombstones, cracked by the heat, a name and "He Rah Out of Water." The Angel Gabriel has watched many struggles in that valley, when the temperature went to 140. Traditions tell of Piute Indians, ctanding on the mountainsides watch ing one party of white men fall and die three hundred yards from a water hole. One survivor, Bennett, "strug gling to a spring, found a ledge of pure silver, broke off a piece and when ne reached civilization had it made into a rifle sight." Many have tried to locate that gun-sight ledge" of pure silver. Y'ou might find it. Not far away is a beautiful date ralm ranch. 178 feet below sea level. Anything will grow if you give it ero'igu water. -i'd across the Amargosa Desert, you travel to the "Ghost City of Rhy- olue. Once it nad a population of more than 10,000, railroads stations. stores, dance halls jail and church. A'.l still stand at the foot of Bullfrog Hill, church, jail, mills that ground up ore from the rich gold mine, all ubai. doned now. This is an interesting country, mar vellously fertile fields, all the climates and ali the products of the earh. Other Americans have prepared the way for you. See .-in: erica. 10.NE CHURCH OF CHRIST. All dny services next Sunday, Mar. 13. Bible school 10 a. m., preaching at 11. subject: "The Family of God." Service conducted by young people at 2:30 p. m. to be followed by county fellowship meeting. Preaching 7:30, "yrom Kjrypt to Canaan." A basket dinner will be served following the morning service. The churches of Alpine, Pine City and Lexington will meet with us; and we also extend an invitation to any others far or near who desire to come and enjoy the fel lowship with us. E. L. WOOD, Minister.