2 BUSY SESSION OF CONFERENCE Annual Meeting of East Penn sylvania Branch of United Brethren Church Mjrerstown, Oct. 4. —The second day's session of the East Pennsylva nia United Brethren annual coni%r ence in Zlon United Brethren Church was called to order by Bishop W. M. Bell, of Washington, D. C. The devotions were conduct ed by the Rev. A. S. Lehman, of Hummclstown. The subject of "Evangelism" was considered. The report on the second year's course of reading was submitted by the Rev. H. F. Rhoad, of Harris burg. The report of the nominating committee was presented by the! Rev. A. G. Nye. of Paradise. The Rev. G. D. Batdorf. of Lan caster, read the report on Foreign Missions, which was adopted. The Rev. Dr. S. S. Hough, of Dayton, Ohio, general foreign mis sionary secretary, delivered an ad dress. Hef was followed by Prof. D. ' E. Wetdler, prrncipal of the Albert I Training School, in West Africa. Prof. Weidler Is supported by the ] students of Lebanon Valley College, and within the next few months will return to Africa. Wednesday evening's session of the United Brethren annual confer ence In the United Brethren Church was devoted to the consideration of the theme, "Evangelism." The Rev. Dr. R, R. Butterwick, of I-lershev. presided, and the devotions were conducted by the Rev. G. A. Richie, of Allentown. The large choir rendered an an them, entitled "OJi. For a Closer Walk With God," after which the following addresses were delivered: "The Chief Evangelist," by the Rev. A. K. Wier. of Steelton; "The Secret of Evangelism." by the Rev. Dr. B. TV Dougherty, of "The Plan of Evangelism," by the Rev. Dr. S. C. Enck, Philadelphia. The entire conference body was effected on Wednesday afternoon when the Rev. William Beach, of Royalton, rose to his feet and an nounced that on account of his fail ing health he is compelled to retire from the active ministry in the church. The Rev. Mr. Beach is a native of England, where he preach ed for thirty years. He came to this country in 1886 and was received into East Pennsylvania conference in 1889. He has served as pastor of the following charges: Manor Circuit, 'Marietta, East Harrisburg, Intercourse, Halifax, Tower City, Liverpool Linglestown, Hillsdale, Union Circuit and Royalton. The Rev. Dr. S. C. Enck, of Phil adelphia, submitted his first annual ' report as conference superintend- I ent. He is a native of Lancaster j counly, having been born at Hope- i land in 186 S. He was received into j the conference in 1888, and is a | graduate of Lebanon Valley Collcgo | and Bonebrako Theological Semi- i nary. On Wednesday afternoon Dr. j Enck was re-elected for the second j consecutive year as conference su- | perintendent. CAP HILL 100 PER CENT. N Capitol Hill departments which were reported in the 100 per cent, class by Chairman Albert L. 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CHURCH OF GOD BUSINESS MEET East Pennsylvania Eldership Holding Annual Session at Meehanicsburg | Meehanicsburg, Pa., Oct. 4. | About one hundred ministers and I lay delegates are gathered here for the meeting of the East Pennsylva nia eldership now in session in the Church of God. Yesterday morning was occupied in the organization with the Rev. H. S. Hershey, of Harrisburg, president, and the Rev. Jonas Martin, of Landisville, tran scribing clerk. The following re ports were heard from the board of missions, board of incorporation and examining board. After the election of the station ing committee, a large part of the afternoon was given over to pro nouncement on the war and voted that support bo given the govern ment in the present position in the war. Red by the Rev. Dr. S. G. Yahn, of Harrisburg. the principal speakers on the subject were: The Rev. Dr. W. N. Yates the Rev. F. W. . McGuire, the Rev. Dr. J. C. Forncrook and the Rev. H. Whit akor. Last evening Dr. Claypool, state superintendent of the Anti-Saloon made the address, before a large audeince. The examining com mittee met this morning in closed session when the character of min isters was examined and passed upon. During the meeting the music is under the direction of the local chorister, W. A. Sigler. Storage Building to Hold 12,000 Barrels of Apples Gettysburg, Pa., Oct. 4.—The new storage plant here has started the storing" of apples and although the building 13 not finished there Is room for about twelve thousand barrels, which will ne placed in the building before the close of the soason. Be cause of the limited space for this season only Adams county apples will be stored and the growers are quickly availing themselves of the opportunity of placing their fruit either here or at Biglerville, instead of going to the expense pf sending it to one of the largo city establish ments. When the building is finish ed It will be possible to store thirty thousand barrels of apples, which will be a great factor in handling and marketing the local crop to ad vantage. War Trophy Train at Meehanicsburg Next Week Mechanlesburfc, Pa., Oct. 4.—Ar rangements haVo been completed tor the visit to Cumberland county of the United States government war exhibit train, which will be here next Wednesday, October 9, and resi dents of the county will bo given an opportunity to see for themselves what our boys are using to throw back the Hun line and also the wea pons with which Germans are at tempting to defend themselves. The train is scheduled to arrive in Mechanicsburg at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, and is composed of five cars. Four of thom are given over to displays and the other, a pullman, to house the soldiers, who are in charge. RECEIVED WAR ORDER Shippciisbttrg, Pa., Oct. 4. The Louis Kramer Company has receiv ed a government order for 80,000 pairs trousers made from olive drab Milton woolen cloth. Work will soon begin. CHILDREN'S PLAY DESTROYS BARN Set Fire to Straw Stack and Flames Spread to Big Frame Structure Gettysburg, Pa., Oct. 4.—Playing with fire caused the destruction of the large barn of James C. Cole, one of the finest in the northern end of the county, together with all of the contents except the stock. Mr. Cole's little daughter and her cousin were playing about the strawstack and accidentally set fire to this highly inflammable material. They tried to put it out, but it gained headway rapidly and soon both it and barn were doomed. What stock was in the bhrn was taken to a place of safety, but the grain, hay, machin ery, harness and other contents were all burned. First Honor Flag in Cumberland Co. Awarded Carlisle, Pa., Oct. 4.—The series of patriotic meetings being held by the Cumberland County Council and Committee to boost the Liberty Loan campaign concluded with twelve good meetings last evening.l The first honor flag in the county has been awarded to Lower East Pennsboro township, where a committee head ed by J. C. Thompson of the Val ley Railways, put the quota over and added 100 per, cent, for good measure. As reports pour in the total of subscriptions is mounting and is coming close to the half mil lion mark. Prompt Action Checks Epidemic at Dickinson Carlisle, Fa., Oct. 4.—Precautions taken by officers in charge of the Student Army Training Corps at Dickinson Cpllege have resulted in the spread of the disease being) checked. College officials state that the outbreak was at no time so bud as reported - . South College has been turned into a hospital for suspects, while six cases where the disease has developed have been transferred to the Carlisle Hospital. Major A. C. Bachmeyer, in charge or the War Department hospital here, and his staff are co-operating in an effort to check further trouble. There arc some scattered cases in the town, but none of them s^ous. CLASS HOLDS ELECTION Shippciisburg, Pa., Oct. 4.—The senior class of the Shippensburg Normal school held its annual elec tion. The following were chosen: President, Charles Maclay, Shippens burg; vice-president, Rex Clugston, East Wuterford; secretary, Rillie McMillen, Andersonburg; treasurer, Floyd Hade, State Line. HALF QUOTA SUBSCRIBED Tliompsontown, Pa., Oct. 4.—The Fourth Liberty Loan drive in on, with half the town's quota of $12,- 200 raised. Twenty-three subscrib ers have IViken $6,100 worth of bonds. Sixty purchasers on bonds are necessary to secure the*honor flag. • CHURCHES AND~ S. &ARE CLOSED [Continued from First Pago.] relatives should be permitted to at tend the services and burial cere monies. In "the hotels where there are bars present the proprietors may keep open the cafes at which lunches are served. No intoxicating liquor may be sold however and should large crowds congregate the cafes may be closed also Dr. B. F. Royer, State Commis sioner of Health, made the first order last night closing all amusement houses and saloons in the state. The effects of the move were apparent this morning when workmen found the bars at hotels closed. The official order follows: "The spread of epidemic influenza In other states has shown that pub lic gatherings and places where large numbers of people are likely to con gregate play important parts in the dissemination of the disease. This is especially the caße in poorly light ed and badly ventilated rooms. As the disease at this time shows definite signs of assuming serious propor tions, drastic measures must bo taken t.t once. "By the authority of the powers vested in me as Commissioner of Health ar.d as authorized in the act of April 27,105, your Board of Health is directed to close all public places of entertainment, including theaters, moving picture, establishments, sa loons and dance halls, and to pro hibit all meetings of every descrip tion until I'uither notice from this department. "If necessary placard all doors loading to llsces enumerated ••Ji. jed by order r.f the State Commissioner of Health." "It will, for the present, and sub joet to fu.iiicr order from this de partment, be left to the judgment of local health authorities as . to whether or not the public schools. Sunday schtols and chur :hes be closed. If, In the case of tho clmoi*. children aio under medical supervi sion and ihote having co >gh.-> at l colds arc excluded from attendance, these would not appear tc bo the ramc necessity for directing the clos ure <. such p'rees. "Prohibit visiting of tha .ick, ex cept ;o (hose who are desperately ill, thon admit n>nr relatives only. Make funerals pt'vute." . People of State Co-operate in Quarantine "People of the state of Pennsyl vania are evincing a hearty spirit of co-operation in the order issued last night closing places of public amusement, saloons and other es tablishments because of'the. spread of influenza," said Dr. B. P. Royer, State Commissioner of Health, to day. "The order was the most dras tic ever put out by this department, but it was required. The inquiries we have received to-day have been mainly as to details. In the case of fairs where they are In progress this week they will have to finish, but none are to be held next week; lodges and similar organizations come under the general prohibition of meetings; as for clubs, I will ap peal to them to obey the order, lnr eluding stopping of serving of liquor to members and in reply to Inquiries regarding courts I think that matter can be left to the discretion of judges. Church and school are mat ters for local authorities." Dr. Royer said a proclamation would be issued later in the day settling a number of matters. The order affected the State Cap itol almost the very first place. All hearings were canceled and a con ference of Y. M. C. A. war workers scheduled for ono of the legislative fiAJEmiSBURG TEUEGMUPH: GERMAIN LINES CRUMBLING BEFORE THE ALLIED ARMIES J [Continued From Page One.] | marines during the attack on Dprazzo in which supplies for Aus- I trians were destroyed. | Official announcement is made in Berlin that Prince Maxi j milian of Baden becomes imperial chancellor in succession to | Count Von Hertling. He will outline his program before the | Reichstag Saturday. Deputies Grocber, Centrist, and Schcide j mann, majority Social Democrat, 1 will be made secretaries of state ; without portfolios. * German armies along the sector from Lens to Armentieres are ; retreating and are abahdoning the region south of the Lys river, i This retreat seems to have uncovered the important city of Lille ! and probably will make inoperative a withdrawal all along the | line in front of Arras. j North of the wedge driven by the Anglo-Belgians there are no | indications of a retirement as yet, although military critics believe fthc German hold on Ostend will be short lived, now that Roulers 1 virtually is in the hands of the Allies. Haig Over Top of Hindenburg Line j East of St. Quentin Field Marshal Haig's army plunged ! through the last line of the formidable Hindenburg system yes terday and its success is attested by the progress made during the daj'. Terrific efforts to halt the British wre fruitless. It is re ported that British cavalry and tanks have reached the open country back of the enemy's front. Vital Railroads at Stake Further successes at this point would shake the whole German line from Douai to Rheims. Directly behind this front are rail roads which are vital to the enemy forces fighting further south. Near Rheims, General Bertholet's army made new progress. This advance has a very close relation to that of the British around St. Quentin, and operations farther east in Champagne. Gouraud Takes ChalleraQge General Gouraud's army in Champagne has cleared the west ern gate of Grandpre gap, which runs north of the Argonne forest. Challerangc has been taken and the Germans have been pushed back west of that village. Yankee Fight Desperate Defense East of the Argonne forest tSje Americans facing the Kriem hild-Steclung line appear to' be held up by the desperate defense of the enemy. The nature of th country however, has made it difficult to move up heavy artillery. chambers was changed to the open air of Capitol Park. Commissioner Royer ordered the 120 tuberculosis dispensaries of the Department of Health closed and the nurses to be employed in gen eral epidemic work. This is the first time it has been necessary to take this action. Restaurants to Continue as Usual, Say's Dr. Royer Following a series of conferences' and conversations with lawyers andj businessmen Dr. Royer to-day raid I that eatinghouses and stores should continue their business as\ usual, ! people exercising reasonable pre- i cautions, but that liquors should not i be sold. "I wish to commend the spirit ofJ the theatrical people, who have as sured my by messages that they will l co-operate in every way. These peo- j pie are making great sacrifices in l complying with the order," said the commissioner. The chief centers of the disease in addition to Philadelphia! and the Delaware river cities and towns arej ! reported at the State Department of I Health to be Williamsport, Carbon j dale, Erie, Johnstown, Butler, j Bloomsburg, Mt. Carmel, Carlisle j and Bethlehem with some cases ve i ported from Lancaster, Reading and other central cities. The southwest ! ern Section, Including /Pittsburgh, j seems to have escaped any serious j outbreaks thus far, said Dr. Royer. ' Army camps or garrisons affected | are at Gettysburg, Tobyhanna and | Middletown together with detach ments in eastern munition making centers. Adjutant-General Is | Aiding Influenza Sufferers Adjutant General Beary to-day sent twenty-five cots and equipment with hospital 'tents and cooking utensils to the Mclntire region of Indiana county, where miners are ill with influenza. The men in charge of the equipment were sent by truck with orders to help the | health authorities. This was, the first action taken by the military de partment and it was at the request of Dr. Royer. General Beary also -directed that the Chester Armory of the Reserve Militia be turned over to health authorities for hospital use if neces sary. Drills of all militia organizations and home defense units will be dis pensed with generally throughout the state for the next week or so, it was learned, to-day. High School Activities Are Greatly Curtailed Orders from the State Health De partment put the quietus to-day on sports, including "the football game scheduled for to-morrow between Tech and Wilkes-,Barre. It was a hard blow, not only for the athletes but to a multitude of football fans who hoped to see a great exhibition to-morrow on the island. The Steelton management which is planning to take Steelton High to Carlisle to-morrow had not been notified to cancel, as late as noon,but they, too, were- expecting some such order. The Steelton High school an nounced that the festival planned for to-night has been postponed. Harrisburg Reserves Postpone All Drills Major Henry M. Stine, command ant of the Harrisburg Reserves, to day canceled the drill and business meeting .of the Reserves to have been held at the Armory to-nlght._ Whether there will be any drill next week will depend on conditions. The open air drills for Central and Technical High school students un der Reserve auspices, will be held next week unless otherwise ordered. Company .commanders were to day ordered to send their men out for shotgun practice during the sus pension of drills. Lieut. S. E. Fitting, one of the of ficers of the battalion, who has been seriously 111 with Influenza and Grape-Nuts A FOOD FOR WORKERS a Reason pneumonia, was reported to-day as I improving. Red Cross Work Held Up by State Quarantine , Because of the Spanish influenzal epidemic raging in the city it was announced this morning that the class in elementary hygiene and home cure of the sick scheduled to i be held at the Civic Club to-night, lis postponed. The class is under the auspices of the Harrisburg chap- I tor of the American Red Cross. The Red Cross also was informed j How Allies Are Smashing "The Minor Beelzebubs" The despairing cry to Baal for help that arose fr<sm the false prophets on Mount Carmel in ancient days is now duplicated by an equally wild cry to Berlin, and unless all editorial seers are mistaken, the call of Turk and Bulgar for aid will be answered only by the roar of Allied guns. 1 Germany's military might on the West Front, in Palestine, in Macedonia, is at last beginning to crumble, the New York World believes, and while Berlin trembles, the reverberation of Allied blows "thrills the enemies of Germany with joyous expectation." Marshal Foch has kept almost every sector of the Western Front busy, "and now one by one he is raising the curtain on the several 'side-shows'," according to the Philadelphia Press. The leading article in THE LITERARY DIGEST this week—October sth—will make thrill ing reading for every American, reviewing as it does the chain of Allied victories in all the war zones. There are four Maps* (one full-page colored) accompanying this article with a complete index of places, railways, roads, fete. Other news articles of. importance are: < Gompers Defeats the Defeatists How He Administered a Thorough Drubbing to the Pacifist and Defeatist Members at the Inter-Allied Labor and Socialist Conference in England. Your Share of That Six-billion Slackers Aiding the U-Boat Who Owns the Washington Times? Shall Germany Have Her Colonies Back? The Success of Allied Propaganda Canada to Run Her Own Railways Worse Anarchy Due in Russia Fighting the "Cootie" Keeping Tag on Slacking Trucks U. S. Potash to Rout Germany's American Machinery For Russia Col. Roosevelt on Soldierly Life and Death A Legal Status For Poets Powdered Fuel to Relieve the Coal Situation Germany's War Slang The Kind of Religion the Soldiers Want The Sugar Situation Personal Glimpses of Men and Events (Prepared by the U. S. Food Administration) News of Finance and Commerce An Unusually Good Collection of Illustrations, Including Cartoons and Maps ; \ "The Digest" An Accurate Register of World Changes We ar£. passing to-day through what is undoubtedly political, and intellectual. To keep pace with these the supreme crisis of the world's history, the most amazing transformations you should read "The memorable year of all the thousands man has seen Literary Digest," the great news magazine that wax and wane since he first appeared on this planet. covers all departments of human endeavor each Nothing is more characteristic of the tremendous week in an informing, vigorous, and wholly nature of the cataclasm that has fallen upon us than unbiased way. If you want impartial, up-to-the-minute the astonishing changes that are occurring throughout information on all the great questions of the hour the whole fabric of civilization, social, economic, "The Digest" will provide it. October sth Number on Sale Today-—AH Newsdealers—lo Cents FUNK & WAGNALLS COMPANY (Publlihen of the Famorn NEW Standard Dictionary). NEW YORK HOW TO BALK THE INFLUENZA Don't congregate in crowded places, more especially it there i is lack of ventilation. When rid- 1 ing in street cars see that the j ventilators are open. Don't use common towels or drinking cups. Persons appar ently well may carry the germs in the secretions of the mouth or on their hands. Don't fail to vyear clothing according to the temperature of the day. Avoid exposure to wet. Don't allow yourself to become fatigued. Regular habits, good , food and exercise are excellent preventives. Don't sleep with the windows closed. Fresh air is a good germ icide. Don't cough or sneeze with out using the handkerchief. The fine spray of mucus blown into the air by these acts may con tain the germs of influenza. Don't work among others when you have a severe cold. Employers are instructed to send home those who have suspicious symptoms of influenza. , Don't treat a • cold yourself. Call in the family physician, who will determine the nature of the case. The patient should oc cupy the sickroom alone and should be isolated from others in the household, v < that no work may be given out for completion in the homes. BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Dauphin, Pa., Oct. 4. Mr. and Mrs. Sherman M. Fertig announce the birth cf a daughter, September 30, 1918. Mrs. Fertig was Miss Le ona Novinger, of Heckton. Mr. and Mrs. Aaron G. Bailey, announce the birth of a son, Victor Pershing Bailey, September 20, 1918. BELL-ANS Absolutely Removes Indigestion. Druggists refund money if it fails. 25c WANTED Man or Woman to Teach Bookkeeping ana Gregg Shorthand, evenings. Address, Box O 2434 Care of the Telegraph ' OCTOBER 4, 191??. 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