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mm. H i Is* trtei*qft» taaai_ff lead at |Hm jtreet ami BbeHSaa read. Just a fow bub- •red nftt *cen the lake front. From his talk about early days tn Wln- aetka, fea waa Induced to tell his ex- perience ia rescuing the thirty-one persona from drowning In the Lady Blgln sat* disaster. Tells of Rescue Work. "It waa a cool September morning, the 19th, 1861, when on arising I looked out of the kitchen window and to my surprise saw threw sallore seat- ed on the doorstep,' he said. I opened the door and ask<>d them how they came to be there at such an early hour, for it was Just daybreak, and they informed mc that they had been swept into shore on a Piece of wreck- age from a shipwreck the nipht be- fore. My wife got breakfast for the trio and then as soon as it was light we went over to tho Jake front. "There wns no beach in those days but on the rliff we peered for hours hoplnp that we would get sight of more survivors of the Lady Elgin. Finally about 8 o'clock we sighted a group on board an improvised raft, the top of the wheelhouse. They were all huddled together and as they were carried up and down by the waves toward shore, they looked Just like a bunch of wild geese or ducks. Then they came closer and closer and we realized that they were coming In the direction of a sand bar which ex- tended some distance about 300 feet off shore. I was afraid their frail craft would hit this bar and had no aooner told the sailors of my fears than the make-shift raft capsized. There were about fifty or sixty per- sons on it, and with the captain of the ship, about half of this number were drowned, being on the side which threw them in the water. Rope Used to Tow Victims. "I quickly realized the predicament and set about with the help of the sailors to do rescue work. The lake was so rough that it was impossible to use a boat so I got a lot of rope, tied It about my body at the chest and set about swimming to the res- cue of the men and women. The waves were «o High I was forced to dive through them to make any prog- ress. When I reached the shivering â€"persons, some perched on the floating raft and others standing waist deep in water on the aand bar, I would grab one and the sailors on the bank would null us in by the rope. Natur- ally we were going with the tide and it would require little swimming. "I made thirty-one trips and res- cued thirty-one persons. I was in the water from 9 a. m. until 1 p. m. be- fore I got the last victim out of the water. I had prepared for the ordeal and, while I was tired, I was not ex- hausted. In those days I was full of Vigor and all muscie. Mrs. Cralne, Who visits me every year, is the only one of the thirty-one now alive. She was a small miss, about 16 or 17 years old then. Now she is a grand- mother. In concluding Mr. Sherlock assert- ed a medal would be appreciated if Congress saw fit to award it to him, out be said that he was not looking for any glory. "I was only too glad to give aid in such an hour of dis- tress,*' he said. Works Every Day. Mr. Sherlock was 57 years old Janu- ary 19* 1913. He is now a great- grandfather. He has one son, James H. Sherlock, president of tin; Illinois Nail company, Chicago, and one daughter. Mrs. Martha Hasghburgh. alio of Chicago. Mrs. Sherlock died twenty-five years ago. Despite the ur- gent request that he reside with either his son or his daughter. Mr. Sherlock .prefers to pass the remain- der of hit) days in his pretty, old-fash- ioned home in Winnetka. He is hale and hearty and enjoys plendld health for one of his advan-ed age. Ho works every day and gives that as a reason for his longevity. He does BOt one stimulants or intoxicants in -easy form, neither Is he a user of to- MjjbjjLiiiM^ CI VIL SERVI What Pegge Are Doing i «+w#ww«*~w~* in Wilmette «♦""......» " W. C T. U. MEETING. The Wilmette Woman's Christian Temperance union win hold an all-day â- hasting ia the home of Mrs. I* C Morton, comer of Willow and Walnut streets. Wfaaetka,Tuesday. Theprest- *sat and several superintendents wfll ajseaa: Morning meeting at 10 o'clock. AM ladies are invited to attend. Simon C. Colton, 602 Central ave- nue, was in Oshkosb, Wis., a few days last week. Mrs. H. S. Ward of Philadelphia is the guest of Mrs. H. S. Gemmlll. 829 (Jreenleaf street. Clifton L. Keith has returned from a three weeks trip in Colorado and other western states. Mrs. Albert Webber and daughter, 506 Washington avenue, are visiting relatives in Galesburg. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hastings, 503 Central avenue, visited with friends in Galesburg last week. Mrs. T. K. Gale's mother, Mrs. An- derson, has come to make her home at the M. E. parsonage. Mrs. Fred F. Cain, 907 Central ave- nue, left last week for a two months' trip in England and France. Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Baker are expected home this week after a visit In Pittsburgh, their former home. William Savery, a student In the McGill university at Toronto, Can., has returned home for the summer. Miss Helen Skinner gave a dinner for several friends from Chicago in her home in Central avenue Sunday. Miss Marion Whlffen has returned to her home in 1120 Ashland avenue after a three weeks' visit in Gales- burg. Miss Edith Edminson of Mount View, Cal., is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. P. Albert Fagg, 925 Greenwood avenue. Margaret, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Sterrett of Lake ave- nue, is confined to the house with measles. Mr. and Mrs. George E. Redfleld, Jr., who spent the winter in Chicago, have returned to their home, 1013 Lin- den avenue. • Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Taylor enter- tained several friends at dinner Wed- nesday evening in their horae4 8?5 Central avenua. Mrs. E. M. Stafford, 936 Sheridan road, has been entertaining her niece, Miss CrumpackeT, of Westville, Ind., for the last week. Mrs. William Hopp, 1011 Chestnut avenue, entertained the ladles of the second division of the Methodist church Tuesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Charles McCue and daughter, 631 Washington avenue, will leave today for Fairfield, South Caro- lina, where they will visit for three weeks. , D. K. Dickinson and daughter, Mis* Helen, of 511 Washington avenue, have returned from Rockford and Oregon, 111., where they visited rela- tives last week. After a residence of eleven years in Wilmette, R. W. Gore and family are leaving here, having sold their home in Woodbine avenue. They will lo- cate In the east. Miss Margaret Hall was hostess in her home, 1229 Central avenue, Thurs- day afternoon to a few friends in honor of Miss Rabbins of Middletown, Ohio, who is visiting h« re. Miss Vivyenne M. Morin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Morin, 535 Hill street, entertained a number of her little girl friends at a party given in honor of her ninth birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred C. Irwin and daughter, Miss Mildred Irwin, who have been passing the winter in their Florida home, have returned to their home, 627 Forest avenue, tat tho summer. The Women's Aid society of, the Baptist church were entertained at an all-day sewing party in the home of Mrs. John Segsworth, 1147 Wilmette avenue, Monday. Luncheon was served. Miss Marion Roberts went to Madi- son. Wis.. Friday, where she attended the annual spring entertainment giv- en by the Sigma Phi sorority, of which she is a member. She is visiting In that city for a few days. Mrs. Percival N. Cutler, 1016 Ash- land avenue, entertained her mother, Mrs. George V. Butler of Attica, In*., last week. Miss Blanche Booth of Chicago also was a guest in the Cut- ler home last week a few days. An old-fashioned country dinner followed by a dance was given by Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Klbby, 835 Lake ave- nue, Friday night in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Webb, who are leaving Wilmette soon for Biloxi, Miss., their new home. Miss Clara Gillespie of Philadelphia was the guest of Mrs. Percival N. Cut- ler, 1016 Ashland avenue, a few days last week. She left the last of the week for a trip In the,western states, expecting to return to Wilmette about July 1, when she will remain for sev- eral weeks. James G. Barber, who has been in Cairo, 111., for several weeks, spent Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Barber, 621 Linden avenue. He returned to Cairo Monday. He re- ports much work in the electrical en- gineering line, in which he is en- gaged in that city. He also stated that the downstate city did not suffer much from the flood and is now in good condition, with the streets clean and dry. Announcement l^foeg to announce that I have •purchased the Bale. and will fonduot___ Those is) denJan#*fhsT h| characterT _ plete satwaction mere. Solicit- ing a continuance ' patronagf. I remain, tespectfutty, . Jos. D. ToloH Formerly of Moff ett's Studio. ANSTONâ€"WILMETTE ft> to 100 feet front. 150 to 264 feet deej rin shoe, in oar Fairview Heights Saadii Central street. Svanattfr, and Mock west of the end of Cent WBsaette station. Ground highgand drft #e) and or future and see for yourself. â-  Prices id* Banal to % to % East otlUdge re blocks wast of tifuL BS 'm. McKBYVPOAGUE WEST WASMIfMTOM «T„ Mas* Mala E. 3. MASON mi. 117 wo. owtmmmm «r. tnt â- >f;!SS^ SNEAK THIEVES ROB EVANSTON APARTMENT FOR RETIREMENT LAW Resolutions urging congress to start a reform in the enactment of on equitable retirement law for the sup- erannuated civil service em- ployes of the United States were adopted in. a meeting of the North Shore branch No. 11 of the National Association of civil service employes in their monthly meeting in Kenosha Saturday night. The branch mem- bership Includes civil service em- ployes in various branches of govern- ment work on the North Shore from Evanston to Racine, Wis. Since it has been decided to em- ploy younger persons in the classified civil service and retire the older em- ployes who have been receiving the maximum salary, it is suggested that the efficiency in all departments would be greatly enhanced if a bill regulat- ing the pay of the superannuated em- ployes be passed. It Is said that in foreign countries the civil service em- ployes are retired at a satisfactory wage and that much better conditions prevail In the handling of the affairs of the government than in the United States, where the employes are not satisfied with the retirement plan now employed. Mrs. F. S. Lombard Is Heaviest Loser, Her Loss Being Placed at ftearly $600. *"" More than $650 worth of women's* wearing apparel was stolen from the storerooms of the Westminster apart- ments, 632 Hinman avenue, Evanston, some time Sunday afternoon, accord- ing to a report made to the police Tuesday, when the discovery waa made. The police have a clue to the identity of the sneak thieves and are hopeful that they will get sufficient evidence to warrant the arrest of the persons under suspicion. The apparel taken was the property of Mrs. P. S. Lombard, Mrs. George H. Moilford and Mrs. B. L. Cutler, who reside in the apartment building. Mrs. Lombard is the heaviest loser in the theft, as a white satin evening dress, valued at $500, which she had placed in a chest in the storeroom, was taken. In addition to this, a number of hats and skirts belonging to Mrs. Lombard were stolen. She places the valuation of her goods at 1560. Mrs. George Mulford lost a f60 dress and Mrs. Cutler two oriental rugs, which were worn considerably, valued at $45, in the thievery. WILMETTE. M. E. Church. Rev. T. K. Gale, the pastor, will preach Sunday morning at 10:45 on "The Market Man," and at 5 p. m. on "Opportunity." Sunday school at 9:30. Junior league at 4 p. m. The installation of officers planned for last week was postponed until next Sunday evening. The ladies' aid met with Mesdames Hopp and Squires Tuesday afternoon. Bdward Dickerson, colored, who es- caped from Chief of Police Fred Shaf- fer May 1 and caused an exciting chase through the principal streets of Evanston, was held to the grand Jury on a larceny charge Friday after- noon, following a preliminary hearing In the police court Bonds were fixed at $300. Being unable to furnish the bond, he was returned to the county jail Monday morning. Dickerson, who is charged with the theft of seven pairs of trousers from the Rosenberg store, stoutly main- tained Friday that he did not know how the clothing was placed in the Buitcase he carried. However, he ad- mitted that he made the trip to Ev- anston to commit a theft and upon this admission, together with the fact that be had the clothing in bis possession, was held for a grand Jury Investigation. m$Wjmm. J *»i«-f^ ^^^SBBBVSsMlBMBMSMSJJi OVER TO CRAND JURY W. G. Beyrer Repairing and Supplies NEWS WANT ADS BR1NO RESULTS phW.Faupel leVillage Electrician BCtiopjtffrith his regular a 4&nrettn?taaln< to a)s*ll lfct/ Colt In connectioj Electrical i has put 1* ~a)sull lf"X Cohun' bla GrafondW sJhT Records. Ton are invited to come and hear ^ them. SOS W. RAILROAD AVE. Phone 522 Wilmette LsCVhoi iPboqsZM Shop A Km. Phone 1GS A. C. WOLFF Tin, sheet metal and furnace work. Furnaces, patters, stouts out metal roofs. Lawn mowers sharpened and repaired, called for and delivered. Office, 1124 Central Ave. Step. 62S Park Avi. (rar). Wllmtt* Sciioltz & Nord u/ Wtfkm MMte 120 M Mercks, Squibbs, -A MO- Parke, Davis & Go. The trio we rely upon to fur- nish, ns with our chemicals and pharmaceuti one knows thi reliable^ man lion for carcfult curacy and qua^psSB^been gained by serving the best in- terest of those who trust us. We do prescription work that is correct. Renneckar Drug Co. The Rexall Store 131 (». WILMETTE This office is headquarters for vacint property in this sttrsct- ive suburb, where values are rapidly increasing* owing to the extension of the Northwestern UV to Linden Avs., Wilmette. Note the following properties, convenient to the lake and "L" Terminal: SthSC, ntmt OwbW Ay..JS-foot atonal Ch*r .W.se Ear «ay- I diVfefi . Aim., north front, faein* Bd.. S&OM test. PHe» P«r ^ ............................no.os mS. atarM scrfo*.... *> «S SUatslMtet. .................-. 47.60 m saa Minn ""-â€"*â€"» st.es -. _ji»m«it» aSseM; attwet- ^, **•«. ISO tatv* «*»5J! Ufloeks tai.C A H. W. |fr. Csatrsl fltetattoa. Pitoporjâ€"t.........«*•» â€"â€"^«-t Pries ......ss.ss •<us****.:awss iiXnm toot ss.ss ami htm fttomaa..........»-•» Auf of the above will be sold o* easy terms if dewarei. Many others to_ offer. Come oat and let us show you around. Office on TmilaWi...... opposite Northwestern Elevated Termi- Sunday and afternoons during the week. Ask Mr. Freeman and Mr. Storey. WARD T. HUSTON Tel* lUundolfUa 2*414 12S S. ClarK Street TAILQRiJIG Clelnmg and^Vyeii elnv mng 609 West Railroad Avenue WILMETTE, ILL. AUTHORIZliO^la^lL,^^^____«. $60,000.00 Safety 'l^^^jx^ T*HB Bank is, »<*# equipped Safety Deposit Vaults ity of Chicago. The patrons jtJmfV ute pro! valuable^&pjrs, etc>ac , and burisMit? besides the conveni- ence of Tiaviig this protection right her&aajpme. The etJtrfp^Reox containsOhjjaf hundred boxes and they are Wyoming very popular at the reasonable rentals asked. The officers of the Bank invite inspec- tion of this new safety deposit box system. *4<l2f7rRAL AVE. AND TWELFTH STREET Wilmette, Illinois. Telephone Wilmette Ninet| John T. Rosbertf iN^p/chawiityTail or Floyd j). Ayres T.S 1137 GREENIEAF AVENUE WILH%TTE, U.UN0IS Screens, StUJoifJjes andGarages a specialty. Estimates cheerfully furnished. Phone Wilmette 458 i08 peciaI Bargains low. 6 Room Bung; 7 Rooms! hot waterfbeat. 7 Rm.i ttneco, new,1|.f.stlt J. B. Heckler 1137 Greenleaf Avenue Wilmette, Illinois T? OOD Dress- ers demand arc in clothe&tthe nice j tod tt((J the distinctive (one, charac- ter, stye and ji*e finest workmanship to be had. GE0R6E J. EBER Ladies' Tailor Custom Tailor 1131 Crewaleaf A A full line cgVlrTeflsW spring novelties. ClfTning, featuring and preseiag. Good clothes maker. For Bakery Goods of Superfine Quality Ton can place before the most diserunJnllUnarjfSjMt, call Bakery 1148 CENTRAL AVENUB • Phones Wilmette 41S414. Wilmette Auto Delivery Je A. MOTH WISCONSIN IC GENERi IS Offlcw AS flQS CENTRAL AVENU |( WILMBTTE, ILL. • j-1 PHOMES: BM.M stsat*< Va CvrlasM. Cab* andlSomys for AH 720*734 12TM ST.. WILiH#r|^ Shop Imette B/owat: -;8r„„. Kilmer Second Floor WbsJshi Maglbzoo Central Ave., Wttaf#|| 1gh Class Beauti- Lfn fTfihm* Itirfa'tftitB?*1 ine Done mmuu a-sawa^o Wt ^^ 1tm patrm tying Done LMETLEJDAIR^ Wm-e MMk and Cros^^tfe|iiil tk and Cheese 1819 Elm wood Avenue TELtFHONt WILMETTE. Resideaae 1026 Resideoffe ^ JAMES A. REAL ESTATE, RENTWG, LOA 1128 Central Avenue I We also have some choice bsrgsins in North Shore property OAK AND 1 Office 1079 INSURANCE JnWMetfe, Illinois tKorth Shore '^JSri ^^mmmmmmmmmmimmmmmimmmmmmm •«•» nn^Ba\Nnf(la* Lots, Homes and Acres WaLMBTTB !• TTf-L HIGH GRADE Garden Hose. Keels. Sprinklers, t""T Flttlnga. Etc. Tho fclnd that t*f a*tls/^U« All elevated trains stop within half Hock of GIVE USIA. CAL1 W. H. SALISBURTf 6 COMPANTTi ^c. Wholesale and retail RUBBER OOODS for ever/ nse tes-ier «o»th Wssssh Avsaas fpSOGAGO m