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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
PREDICTS A. WAR.
improbable Statement Credited
to Gen. Macarthur.
Said to Have Stated That German
American War Is Coming.
His Conversation Utterly and Unac.
countably Misquoted.

Honolulu. Dec. 1O-Much interes:
has been aroused here by report of
Col. Jones of the Hawaiian militia. to
Governor Carter of the territory OF
Hawaii, in which Col. Jones, in COM
meEting on the strategic Importance
of the Hawaiian islands and the neel
of strong defences, quoted Major Cen
eral Macarthur, U. S. A.. as predicting
a war in the immediate future between
the United States and Germany, and
that the principal scene Of the fighting
would be in the Pacific ocean, with
the Hawaiian islands as an objective
point.
Major General Macarthur, who IL
still in Honolulu, having been here the
past two weeks studying the military
situation OF the territory, stated to a
reporter Of The Associated Press to-
day, that The report of Col. Jones does
not correctly represent his views in
any particular and utterly misrepre-
sents them in some.
Col. Jones said his report to Gov.
Carter was based solely upon social
conversation he had with Major Gen.
eral Macarthur and that he only re-
ported his expressions in substance
with a view of impressing Gov. Carter
with the need of strengthening the iso-
lated islands from military stand
point.
Col. Jones said he took no notes If
his conversation with Gen. Macarthur
and that his report was made from
his memory. The conversation oc-
CURED during a social call which he
and Col. Soper Of the National Guard
made on Gen. Macarthur. Col. Jones
was very much surprised that his re-
port to Gov. Carter was made public.
a few days ago Gen. Macarthur was
quoted as saying that the main feature
of the deferces of the territory is the pro-
lection Of the naval station at Pearl 1iar-
Dor. and that the occupation of the other
islands is not an important matter from q
military standpoint, while Pearl Harbor
is maintained as strong defensive posi-
ton.
Gov George r. Carter of Hawaii, said,
today: 1.-The publication of Col. Jones' re-
port was not authorized by me. but it &C.
Cured through a misunderstanding. At
my request Col. Jones had written out a
memorandum of his conversation with
Gen. Macarthur two days after 1t took
place, for the purpose of preserving Cen
eral MacArthur's views regarding the Ma
tional Guard, and Colonies Soper and
Jones had sought to enlist Gen. MacAr-
thurs aid in getting back from the federal
government the military barracks site
near the capitol which was taken during
the Spanish war. 1t is now wanted by the
territory for an armory.
Il had an interview with Gen. MacAr.
thur, yesterday, in which he referred to
the strategic Importance of the Hawaiian
islands in the event Of war, but he did
not specifically mention any nation. He
gave gratifying support to our efforts to
improve the Hawaiian militia. He said in
substance that Hawaii. was the dominant
strategic feature of the Pacific"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
KING ALFONSO OF SPAIN
Arrives at Lisbon, Portugal, the Guest
of King Carlos.

Lisbon. Portugal. Dec. 1O.-King Al
fonso Of Spain, arrived here. today,
and was welcomed ut the railroad sta
ton by King Carlos and a striking
gathering of princes. ministers, peers,
deputies and naval and military Off
GERS. The monarchs cordially en-
braced and the official introductions
followed.
The procession to the Belen palace
was most picturesque. 1t consisted of
eight cars emblematic of the history
of Portugal. Their Majesties and the
crown prince of Portugal, followed in
carriage escorted by troops. Bands
of music stationed at intervals along
the route played the Spanish anthem
King Alfonso was accorded a cordial
reception by the great crowds lining
the streets.
After his arrival at the palace, King
Alfonso visited Queens Amelia at the
Necessidadss palace. and the Dowager
Queen Maria Pia at the Ajuda palace.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
TIE MASSACHUSETTS GRANGE
Approves of State Assessors and the
School District System.

Worcester, Mass, Dec. 1O.-The an
nual session of the Massachusetts
State Grange. closed, this afternoon.
The work of this session was consid-
Grafton of reports Of committees,
action on resolutions presented and
trying to arrange for next years an
nual meeting. 1t the executive COM
mittee finds that there are suitable
accommodations at Greenfield, the next
session will be there if not it will prob
ably be in Worcester
The Grange went on record as in
favor of state board of tax assessors
in place of local assessors of valua-
ton and favoring the determination of
the gypsy moth under the direction of
the state board of agriculture.
The recommendation of the commit
tee on education favoring the contin-
uance of the district school system as
preferable to the graded school was
adODted
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
PROBABLY A FAKE.
Gen. Macarthur Alleged to Have Pro
phesied American. German War.

Honolulu, Dec. 10.-Major General
Macarthur, during the military con-
ference, said that in all probability
war will take place between the Unit
ed States and Germany in the near
future, which makes the Hawaiian
National Guard of national Importance.
The Pan-Germanic doctrine is growing
among German Americans, few Of
whom volunteered in the war with
SPAIN.
He believes that German interests
are growing to such an extent in South
America that the strain upon the Mon
roe doctrine will eventually result in
conflict. Hawaii being Il strategic
point, no nation, he says will make
any attempt upon the shore line of the
Pacific states until the capture of the
Hawaiian islands has been effected.
This statement of Maj. Gen. Mac
Arthrr's has just been made public,
through the report of Col. Jones to
Gov. Carter.
Col Jones' report quotes Gen. Mac
Arthur as saying that the pan-German-
ic doctrine. which is being spread
throughout the world is being fostered
and propagated by the imperial gov
eminent in every possible way. 1t is
strong and getting stronger wherever
German people settle. even among
Germans who have been citizens of the
United States for years.
In connection Herewith. Gen. Mac
Arthur is reported as saying one fact
cannot be overlooked. to wit: There
were few Germans in the American
army during the war with Spain, so
few indeed that the presence of a Ger
man was noted as being rare occur
renee.
The theatre of operations is chang
ing gradually into the Pacific. The
German people are multiplying very
rapidly and emigrating in large num-
bers, the tide of emigration being di-
rected by the German government to-
ward South America. The manufac-
tured products of the German empire
overbalance their consumption so that
a market has to be ordered for the
surplus. The known policy of the En-
peror is to acquire colonies which will
provide markets for such over-produc-
tion to-. which the tide of emigration
shall be- directed for Strengthening the
fatherland.
1nTOuSuout al oOutH AUieTlCan
countries the Germans are advancing
in commercial power and prestige. The
conclusion seems inevitable that the
interests of Germany in South Amer
lea where there are large colonies
numbering hundreds of thousands
presage another testing and straining
of the Monroe Doctrine, and in all
probability. contest of arms between
that power and the United States in
the near future, in which event no one
can now forecast the attitude of Eng
land and other European powers
Therefore it was the duty of the fed
eral government to make itself as
strong as possible, so as to be able to
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
CIVIL SERVICE REFORM.
Annual Session Of League at Baltimore
Many Notables Present.

Baltimore, Dec. 10.-The National
Civil Service Reform League began its
23rd annual meeting in this city, Thurs
day, and will continue until Friday
evening.
Daniel G. Gilman, president of the
league, opened the convention and the
mornings session was taken up chiefly
with the reading of reports and dis
cussions
Among the notable delegates present
were Carl Schurtz. Edward Wheeler
Homer Folks and Edward Carry OF
New York; Jas. r. Garfield and w. r.
Cushing of Ohio; Richard Henry Dana,
Chas. J. Banaparte, John r. Proctor,
Chas. Richardson, Elliott H. Goodwin,
Ashford w. Cooley, Henry F. Greene
and Henry w. Farnam and VIM. d.
Foulkes. Many of the delegates are
accompanied by their wives.
The delegates were entertained at
luncheon by the Woman's Auxiliary to
the Maryland Civil Service Reform AS
social ton
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11

care for itself in any emergency. No
nation or number of nations will be in
a position to make an attack on the
Pacific coast without first capturing
these islands.
Gen. Macarthur says the report does
not correctly represent his views in
any particular and utterly misrepre-
sents them in some. Otherwise he has
nothing to say.
Col. Jones is vsurprised at the publi-
cation and says that Gen. MacArthur's
expressions made during social con-
versation were intended to emphasize
the need of strengthening the isolated
islands.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
THE BASEBALL MAGNATEs
Will Send Hart to Secure California
League for National Agreement.

New York, Dec. 10.-The annual
meeting of the board of directors Of
the National League terminated, to-
day, after a brief session, the only bus
mess of Importance announced as
transacted, today, being the delegating
of James A. Hart of Chicago, to go to
California to confer with the Califoc-
MIA League in an effort to have that
organization sign the national agree
ment. The league is not expected to
meet again until next March. when the
schedule which will be prepared in the
meantime by the schedule committee
will be considered.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
IS IT cuRABLE?
A Question Often Asked by Those A.
fiicted with Plies.


Is strained joint curab.e? Is local
Inflammation durable? OF course, if
properly treated. So is piles.
People often become afflicted with
piles and ask some old Chronic" who
has always persisted in the wrong
treatment, and naturally he discour-
ages them by telling them that their
case is hopeless.
They in turn discourage others, and
thus disease that can in every case be
cured by careful and skillful handling
is allowed to sap the energy Of thou
sands who might free themselves of the
trouble in a. few days.
Pyramid Pile Cure will cure the most
aggravated case of hemorrhoids in an
astonisiiingfy short time. 1t relieves
the cOngested parts. reduces the tumors
instantly no matter how large, allays
the inflammation ana stops fhe' aching
or itching at once.
Thousands who had resorted to ex-
pensive surgical treatment have been
cured by the Pyramid Pile Cure-in a
number of instances persons who had
spent months in hospital under pile
specialist. -
It is remedy that none need fear to
apply even to- the most aggravated,
swollen and inflamed henorrhoidal
tumors.
II you are afflicted with this stubborn
disease YOU can master It and master
1t quickly.
This remedy is no longer an expert
nent. but a medical certainty. and is
sold by druggists everywhere fer fifty
cents a package.
Write Pyramid Drug Co., Marshall,
Mich. for their free book on the cause
and cure OF plies. DecS-11
~. -. = Ask
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
cARVALHo, THE EXPERT,
Examines Zieeler's Alleged Signature
on St. Louis Hotel Register.

Albany, N. Y, Dec. 1o.-Another
move in the extrabition proceedings
against William Ziegler of New York,
appeared in the visit to the legislative
chamber, today, of Carvalho, the hand
writing expert. He devoted two hours
to the inspection Of the hand writing Of
the signature, wv Ziegler," on the reg
lister of the Southern Hotel in ST.
Louis. March 10. 1901, when the Mis-
souri, authorities claim that Ziegler was
in st. Louis in connection with the
alleged bribery of Missouri legislators.
Mr.. Carvalho refused to talk on the
matter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
SOURCE OF STORIES
Said by Father Of Wentz to Originate
in Bristol, Tenn.

Philadelphia, Pa, Dec. 1O.-Dr. J. s.
Wantz, father of F.. l.. Wentz, said
Thursday. that he had no knowledge
of the reported rescue of his son from
bandits, as published in the morning
papers. Dr.. Wentz characterized the
rl:nors that have from time to time
been published since the disappearance
Of mis- son as the work of some crank
Drained fellow lin Bristol, Tenn
81 WISH" said DR.. Wentz, that the
newspa pers would refrain from pub
fishing these reports. They are very
annoying and disturbing to my family
l know nothing more than l did on
Oct. Is, and if l hear anything definite
will give it to-. the papers,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
A STEP TOWARD UNION
OF Presbyterian Churches Of Country
Taken at New York.

New York, Dec. 10.-A step towards
the suggested union of various Presby-
terrain churches in the United States
was taken here, today, at a joint meet
ing Of committees from the governing
bodies of four such UNCONVENTIONAL or
carnations, a set of resolutions were
drawn up by committee, which con-
sidered set of tentative proposition
submitted by Reformed Presbyterian
delegates. The conference adjourned,
subject to the call of the executive
committee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
at BLEW A GALE"
Hard Storm at Newport, r. l.-Slccp
Meteor Damaged.

Newport. r. l., Dec. 1e.-The worst gale
for several months caused a. very heavy
sea off this port. today. and the harhor
is full of storm-bound craft During the
day the harges Anthracite and Baboon
dragged their anchors and crashed into
the sloop Meteor, carrying away the
sloop's bowsprit and doing considerable
damage to her rigging. Several other tows
damage was reported. The wind blew at
the rate of G5 miles an hour and during
the early hours of the day was accom-
panied by thunder and lightning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
ADMIRAL GHERARDI DEAD.
Had Long and Gallant Service in tn
United States Navy.

Stratford, CT. Dec. 10-Rear Admiral
Bancroft Gherardi. retired. died at HIS
resident, at go this afternoon.
He had been seriously sick since last
Monday from an attack of nephrytis fol-
lowing a long Illness from diabetes. He
had lived here since his retirement from
active service in the navy. His son,
Lieut.. Walter Gherardi, u. 8. N, sta
toned at Washington. was at his bedside
during his final sickness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
HE COULDN'T APPEAR.
Mr.. Geo. r. Willis Is Wanted in Several
New England Cities.

Boston, Dec. 10.--A somewhat unusual
situation has arisen from the arrest of
George =. Willis, who is wanted by the
police of many New England cities on the
charge Of house breaking. On Tuesday.
Willis was held for the grand jury for
robbery in Byookline. He was sent to jail
Today, case came up against him in the
nuM.ur,p court and villas, being in iail.
could not appear. Former Justice Dewey.
who represented WINS moved that h.s
client be not defaulted. The court ovefs-
ruled this motion and ordered that "A ae
fault be recorded. Several officers were
in cc"rt ready to re-arrest Willis did lie
appear.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
Not Found in Cincinnati,

Cincinnati, o., Dec. 10.-Every sani-
tarium and hotel in this city has been
searched in vain for Edward L. VENT,
Newspaper men were in waiting for
every train from the South until 10 A.
NJ, when it was evidence that Wentz
had not been brought from Bristol,
Tenn, to Cincinnati. and it was gener-
ally believed that the story about
Wentz starting for Cincinnati was I'M
true.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
THE MACEDONIAN LEADER
Starts for Trip Through Europe and
Perhaps to the States.

Vienna, Dec. 10-Gen Tzontcheff, the
Macedonian leader. left, tonight, for
Faris. He will later go to London and it
is possible that he will visit the United
States. Interviewed. today. General
Tzontchefr said he considered that q war
between Turkey and Bulgaria. next
spring was inevitable and he expressed
the belief that Servia would cooperate
with Bulgaria. he said that the scheme
OF reforms in Macedonia formulated by
the Austrian and Russian governments
and formally consented to be the Porte
was doomed to failure.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
SCHOONER cAPsIzED.
Captain, Two Sailors and Two Passen.
gers All Perish.

Wilmirg ton, N. c., Dec. 10-Reports
from Cape Fear life saving station at the
mouth of the Cape Fear river. today. give
particulars Of the capsizing of the schoon-
Clarence H.. a small ccastffg vessel
the drowning of the captain and crew OF
lwu men and two passengers. The pre-
sumption is that the craft encountered a
heavy gale as she was attempting to get
over the bar. late hast night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
SENSATIONAL 1RUMORs
About Missing Edward Wentz Which
~ Have No Foundation.

= Cincinnati. O., Dec. 10.-It has been
rumored here that Edward L. Wentz,
son of the Philadelphia millionaire,
who was kidnapped several months
ago, is in Cincinnati hospital recov-
cring from a wound received in a battle
between the kidnappers and officers
two weeks ago near Bristol, Tenn. In
qpiry at the different hospitals in this
city failed to show the presence of
WentZ at any of the institutions.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
THREE DuELS FOUGHT
In St. Pierre. Mid, Over Issues Il
Present Campaign.

st. Johns. n. p, Dec. 1O.-Threa duals
were fought in st. Pierre. Mic. during
the past fortnight as result OF issues
in the campaign for the election OF a
representative from the colony of the
French Chamber of Deputies, which
will take place. Dec. q. The report
that the islands were to be sold to the
United States forms one of the impor-
tant issues of the campaign.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
Mrs. Culver Granted Divorce.

New York, Dec. 10.-Mrs. Everett
Mallory Culver, daughter of Senator
VIM. A. Clark of Montana. was granted
n divorce from her husband. DR.. f. NJ
Culver, today, by Justice Maddox Of
the supreme court,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
DOWiE MUST PAY.
Agreed to Settle Receivcrship Expense
and Must Do So.

Chicago, Dec. 1O.-Judge Kohlsaat in
the United States district court re-
fused, today. to change the order made
recently by which John Alexander
Dowie agreed to pay the costs Of the
receivership of Zion industries. The
change was sought by the attorney for
one of the creditors. the point bein.;
made that Dowie's solvency had not
been technically proven in court.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11

The British steamer Cambrian King,
Capt Galbraith, while leaving Ant
werp, Thursday, for Boston, was in
Collision with the French steamer
Charles Lecceur, entering from Rio
Janeiro. The Cambrian King was dam
aged and a survey will be held on her.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11

A GUARANTEED CURE FOR PILES,
Itching. Blind, Bleeding or Prots1lding
Piles Your druggist will refund monej II
PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure you, Ia
6 to n days. &c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11
Baron Arthur de RothschiId Dead.

London. Dec. ia dispatch to a news
agency from Monte Carlo announces the
death there. today, of Baron Arthur De
Rettschild.
Earon Arthur De Rothschild lived in
Paris and at Cnrnav-La- Vile. department
of Seine-E et-Oise. France.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-11

Ferdinand Mather. aged 65 years. COM
rnittad suicide by hanging himself from
the bars of his cell with n blue cotton
handkerchief in police Headquarters at
Springfield. Mass. Thursday morning. He
was arrested for drunkenness.
Arizona silver belt., 1903-12-17
COM. PEARYS POLAR CREED
Confident lie Will Succeed. Honor
 Should Be Americas

Commander Robert E. Peary, US, N., in relating bis experiences in hie endeayors to reach the North pole gave what he termed his polar creed as follows
 My polar creed is concise. It con. tains three articles.
 "First-The North pole should be at. tained. As matter of valuable acces- sion to geographic and scientific know. ledge as a matter of prestige; as a matter of patriotism it is worth the utmost effort. Practically all the civ. ilized nations of the world have been striving for it for nearly four centuries It's attainment will be the sign of mans final physical conquest of the globe. It's non-attainment is today a criticism and a reproach to our boasted civilization and alleged powers.
 Second The Smith sound or Amer. ican route to the pole is today the only practicable route offering as 1t does a land base 100 miles nearer the pole than any other less rapidly moving ice pack and wider extent of coast upon which to return.
 "Third-The attainment of the pole is especially an object of Am erican pride and patriotism. The North American world segment is our home, our natural ultimate destiny. Its boundaries are the isthtnus and the pole. The iSthmuS has recently been arranged. We must find and mark the pole. And we want the pole because it is the pole, and because practically all the civilized, nations of the earth have been trying for it for nearly four centuries and have not reached it, and to win it will be the crown of those four centuries of effort, of sacrifice, Of splendid heroiSm.'
 The address, given with stercopticon views, was conducted under the aus. pices of the Appalachian Mountain club, in Huntington Hall, Boyleston street. The speaker expressed cOnti- dence that in his next trial he will reach the pole. He called attention to the fact that his wife has raised the American flag on the most northern point yet reached by human beings BOstOn Journal
Arizona silver belt., 1903-12-17
ARIZONA WORLDS FAIR
 EMPL0YES APPOINTED

Arizona's staff of employees for serv. ice at St. Louis during the worlds fair next summer, has been selected by the territorial commission. These are the employees and their department
 The Mining InduStry-Ernest Ford, of Phoenix.
 Horticulture-George D. Christy, of Phoenix.
 Agriculture-N. Bernard, of Tucson.
 Matron in Charge-MisS Drais, of Prescott
 A member of the commission stated yesterday that these appointments ts are made now, instead of future date, for several reasons. For one thing, it is expected to have the various exhib- it's completed and shipped to St.Louis by next February, and it was desirable that the staff of St. Louis employees should have time to familiarize them selves with their work. Another req son for action was the growing num- Der of applications for the positions.
 Concerning the compensation of the employees selected, the commissioner said it was not contemplated that they should have fancy salaries. Seventy five dollars per month would be the maximum salary paid to anybody in the Arizona building, he thought Republican.