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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-11-17
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WEATHER CONDITIONS .ions nil, IL ...~-,.

and slowly rising temperature in this
vicinity tonight and Wednesday
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-11-17

big Alec Wilson, the veteran quar-
terback on the Yale team, is in the
game again, though still weak from a
bad injury to his knee. He is hard at
work on the forward pass. Wilson
will surely play in the Yale-Harvard
game on Nov. 81.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-11-17

This happy person is the wife of
Charley White, the Chicago fighter.
Photo was taken Immediately after
she had received news that her hus-
band had fought Freddie Welsh.
champion of the world.
to a standstill in Milwaukee.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-11-17

All the news all the time-The Argus.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-11-17

All the news all the time-The
Argus
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17

fighting for we realize only too well what
the entrenchment Of Germany in the fer
East will eventually mean. 1t Will mean
constant menace to both China and
Japan, who will be used as bullies by
German Imperialism. We want TO de-
velop our own resources and see the re-
sources OF the entire far East developed
along peaceful lines. We do not think
that Germany has right to her far
Eastern possessions. She appropriated
them by force, she deprived japan of
what was due to her and she would Ike
to be mistress OF affairs as they concern
our race. Because of that we are com
PEELED to be increasing our navy and
military resources, burdens which our
country cannot bear without serious In
jury to our people. If the power Of GER
man Imperialism in the far East Is de-
stroyed, as we hope it will before long.
Japan will breathe sigh of relief and
will not have to bear the burden OF heavy
military armaments. just as the destruc-
tion of Germany's power in Europe VIII
bring about q more democratic and less
burdensome military organization in all
the countries on that Continent"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17

main forces and sending them into
France in enormous numbers. But there
are no signs that they contemplate the
general evacuation of Belgium as those
Withdrawn are Immediately replaced by
troops Of the second line and from the
navy reserve.
A continuous stream Of trains is pass
ing through AK Ia Chapelle carrying
fresh troops TO the scene Of battle In the
SOUTH and 1t is believed certain here
that the Germans again are hoping to
resume the offensive.
Reports that the Germans were actually
evacuatlng Brussels were set at rest to-
day when couriers arrived here from the
Belgian capital, now held by the enemy,
They reported that the troops which have
been holding the city have been with
drawn, to go to the French front, but
that their places have been taken by
members of the naval reserve who are
acting as infantry and by troops from
the landsturm.
only the western lines through the GEN.
tire of Belgium are held by the Germans.
The towns to the eastward, notably
Liege, have been 1enuded of their gar
risons and the troops sent on to the
general battle front AS result of these
manoeuvres, II the Germans so desired,
they could evacuate all of Belgium with
in "a hours.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
MACHINE STRANGLES
WASHINGTON PARTY,
DEAKYNE CHARGES
Forecasts Dissolution of
Political Organization I'm
less Control Is Wrested
From Flinn-Van Valken-
burg Combination.

rbe direct charge that the F'linn-Van
.,.r,erburg machine is stranglins the
n,osbineton party in Pennsylvania by
.,ash sinister political iugglery was
.aa this afternoon by William F. Dea-
Inc until May IA the treasurer of the
,,,osrington party county committee.
,,,o constitution of Vance c. Mccormick
-. william Draper Lewis as the Bull
,too., nominee for governor was charac-
,,.,ved as a deliberately planned sell-out
ot the party to benefit the interests of
A, leaders. The dissolution Of the party
4. This state was forecasted unless the
1n,,n-van valkenburg control can be
.,-ovn off promptly by the better ele-
ment.
The starting revelations of the inner
washington party deals, made by Richard
u ouav. of Pittsburgh, and published
a., ,ho pupL1c LEDGER this morning, Mr.
IDoauvne said, prompted him to give ex-
.rossion to the feelings which for a
inng time he has refralned from making
mir, Quay" he added. has voiced the
continents of thousands of Progressives
a. Eastern Pennsylvania, and so we'll
mas pleased with his open break that
sent him telegram of congratulation
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
BELGTANS START
NEW ATTACK ON
GERMAN INVADERS
King Albert Leads Army
Against Foe Kaiser S
Veteran Troops Rushed to
France-Reserves Replace
Them.
ANTWERP. Sept. Il.

AMI w EHH, sept. II.
King Albert led his army away from
Antwerp today for another offensive
movement against the Germans, while
Belgian volunteers are carrying on an ac-
tive campaign in the extreme northwest
ern part OF Belgium against Uhlans who
are raidng isolated districts in west
Flanders.
Fights are reported from Waereghem,
st. Eloi and Inglemunster, where the
Belgian volunteers were successful. At
Iseghem $50 Belgians attacked 300 Uhans,
who were ambuscaded IN houses. 81 Ger
mans are reported to have been killed and
a number wounded, while 30 others were
made prisoners. The balance fed.
The Belgians lost four men killed and
IA wounded
Another German detachment is reported
to have been defeated by Belgians near
Alost. The Germans lost number of
men in killed and wounded and seven
wagons.
One hundred regiments of German in
fantry (about 100000 mem and artillery
forces with 40 guns passed through Liege
toward France on Tuesday and Wednes-
day.
The Germans are withdrawing their
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
AGAINST PURCHASE
OF FOREIGN SHIPS FOR
MERCHANT MARINE
Board of Trade Sends Pro-
test to Congress and Re-
commends Reform in the
Navigation Laws.

There is nothing which justihes the
United States Government in embarking
in the ownership of merchant vessels,
according to the Board of Trade, which
today sent to Congress a protest against
the bill providing for such action
The board gives a number of reasons
why the Government should refrain from
such a step, and contends that the pres
ent paralyzation of foreign trade is not
due to lack of shipping facilities, but to
the foreign exchange situation.
1t is also asserted by the board that as
long as the Government enacts laws
which places extra expense upon all
American vessels as compared with for
eign ships, and compels American ships
to carry an extra large force of men, so
long will il be impossible to build up a
merchant marine.
The only way to re-establish "a mer-
chant marine. according to the board, Is
TO overcome the disadvantage under
which il now labors in competition with
foreign tonnage. The board also declares
that Government ownership of vessels,
which takes the money OF the people to
conduct an Improbable business, is an
indirect subsidy. while a direct subsidy,
with proper revision of the navigation
laws, would be effective in building up
the merchant marine and insuring the
continued operation of American ship
yards.
In conclusion, the board points out that
there Is a possibility OF complications in
the purchase of vessels under the flags
of belligerent nations.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
EX-P0LICEMAN INDICTED
Charged With Shooting a Man He
Found in Wife's Companv.

SALEM, N. j., Sept. 1Z-John Zepf a
former special policeman of Philadelphia,
today was indicted by the Salem County
Grand Jury, charged with assault and
battery and atrocious assault and bat
terry upon Edwin c. Dillon. of Whining
ton. Del zepf pleaded not guilty before
Judge Edward C, Waddngton today, and
his case has been sent down for trial on
Monday next.
The alleged crime was committed at
Pennsgrove, this county, on Thursday,
June 4, when 1t Is charged. Zepf shot
Dillon. The latter. in a deposition made
In the Delaware State Hospital when he
was supposed to be dying, said he was
calling on Mrs zepf in her home when
Zepf, from whom she was separated, en-
tered and ordered him to leave. On his
refusal, Zepf drew a revolver and fired,
the bullet entering Dillon's forehead.
Then. he said, Iepf sent for a physician.
Zepf is alleged to have resigned from
the Philadelphia police force about a
week previous to the shooting and dis
appeared from that city.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
SLIGHTLY ILL AT 1ts
But Captain Diamond chafes at Being
Thought Really Indisposed


Out at the Crocker Old Peoples Home,
Pine and Pierce streets, San Francisco,
Captain Goddard Ezekiel Dodge Dia-
mond is chaflng because he has been
confined to his bed for the last few days.
He fears that some of his friends may
think his indispostion is an indication
of inflrmity. But Captain Diamond in.
sists that inasmuch as he Is only just
turned lis years, such a supposition Is alb
surd He insists that he is as hale and
hearty as any one less than half his
age.
He makes no secret of the method by
which one may attain and pass the cen-
tury mile post. His scheme of life con-
sists largely of "don'ts" Don't use to-
bacco, don't use stimulants and don't eat
sweets. Captain Diamond has abstaIned
from all these, and he has not touched
meat since 1852.
Captain Diamond says he was born IN
Plymouth, Mass, May /, 1896, in the ad-
ministration of President Adams second
chief executive Of the United States lie
tells vivid stories Of pioneer days in the
Maine woods and how he provided for
his mother while his father was serving
in the war Of 1872
He says he was first thrust into the
world at the age Of 20, when he went TO
and not even knowing the alphabet Dur
ing the civil war ne served four years
in the quartermaster's department at st
Louis. Notwithstanding the fact that he
was 60 years old at the outbreak of hos
tllities.
He came to California In 1917 He has
never married. and today has the ap-
pearance of a man in vigorous health
His blue eyes are clear his hand casp
strong and his face unwrinkled by the
passage OF years. ..#a
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17

after I had read his statement in this
mornings PUBLIC LEDGER"
Mr.. Deakyne declared that. although
he was bitter as any man would be
who had been sold out, still his domi-
nant feeling In the matter was one of
sadness and regret that men Vlike Finn
and Van Valkenburg, who until a year
ago all believed sincere, had stopped to
prostitute a movement sprung from the
noblest sentiments of its followers.
Joining the Washington Party in 1912,
Mr.. Deakyne has been Identified with the
movement since. officially. only did he
sever his connection on May IA, 1914 when
he resigned from the treasurership OF the
Washington Party County Committee and
from the treasurershp of the Progressive
League. AS one OF the prime financial
hackers of the movement in this city MIR.
Deakyne gave the party the use of the
property at 213 South Broad street in the
last campaign. He also turned 1421
Chestnut street over to the Committee of
One Hundrtd for a mailing department.
In 1912 hit also furnished the head
quarters.
lne TendDllltatlOn OF lne washington
party" he declared today, rests with
Mr.. Quay. In him all sincere Progress
sives have confidence. We are only wait
ing for him to sound the CALL and we will
rally to his standard and lay the founda-
tions of a new, real and sincere Pro-
gressive party in Pennsylvania. Should
he not do this and SHOULD the rule of the
Flinn-Van Valkenburg Organization be
allowed to continue, the days of the
Washington party in this State are num-
bered'
"The duplicty of Mr. Van Valkenburg
came to my attention early. But 1t was
not until very recently that 1 could be
convinced that Mr.. Finn was in the same
politically, corrupt class.
More than year ago / had William
Wilhelm, of Pottsville, bring Mr.. Finn
into my office that / might lay before
him some of the under dealings of Mr..
Van Valkenburg.
when nothing resulted from my ex-
posures / wondered why. Now I know
1t is because Finn and Van valkenburg
represent the same interests. and ever
since the inception of the Washington
party they have been seeking nothing ex-
cept to advance their personal interests"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
WILSON'S PLAN
FOR D0MINICANS
PRAISED BY FORT
Special Minister to Republic
Says Reconstruction Is Be-
ing Effected and Honest
Election Will Follow.

SPRING LAKE, N. j., Sept. H.--Declar-
ing that President Wilson's plan for the
pacfcation of the dominican people and
the reconstruction of the government had
worked out splendidly and that a new
era stretched out before the population
with the approaching elections in Octo-
Der, Governor John Franklin Fort, the
special minister sent by the President on
the conclliatory mission. today told
briefly of his work in bringing together
the warning factions.
With the provisional government headed
by Ranou Baez pledged to see that the
October elections are held honestly under
the observation of the United States and
with slight notifications over the old
dominican electoral law. Governor Fort
believes that a prosperous future awaits
Inc little republic, Since going there less
th2n two months ago four distinct revo-
luuons and number of Instructions of
lesser weight have been settled and the
leaders brought together in peace and
hsrmony.
With the exception of Il small insur-
tecuon near Santiago in the centre of
lhe island there has been no fghting
Since September l at that place. General
ArIaS' rebel leader. fell into an engage
ment with some Federals, but soon ca
pltulated. Provisional President Baez. of
"hom Governor Fort speaks highly, Is a
son OF former President, who held
once at the time President Grant prof
lered the treaties of 1S67-7O looking to-
ward Dominican annexation with the
United States.
10 oust President Bordas and open the
ray TOT the election of a Provisional
resident required a full weeks negotia-
'Iohs after the efforts to bring about a
cessation in hostilities had been success
lul' The minister representing the hold
oNer bordas Government refused for days
~ ~ sanction the ousting of the President,
many In a proclamation to the people
u,e executive announced his withdrawal
%l nu the election of Baez followed The
tLaoiuet which he appointed consists of
",g pest men on the island
Governor Fort said that after he was
tia,tIl Heh III with light fever all the nego-
nsS,iohs ns.hs We're carried on board boat, the
iLSslC'ah asL refusing to permit him to go
SInore out of fear for tropical fevers
IRSs.noush IN weak from his illness, Governor
I'M Is around and in good spirits. He
W w 20 10 Washington either Tuesday or
,"euhesday of next week and make a full /
pIa OF his mission and its success to |
e.. eslueht Wilson. He saw the President |
roa rev minutes yesterday, but did not /
Wen enough to discuss his trip.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
BANKERS REPORT BETTER
DEMAND FOR MONEY
Country Banks Continue Inquiries for
Good Commercial Paper.

out-of-town banks continue to make in
quiries of their city correspondents for
good name commercial paper and bankers
report that there is just a little better
feeling throughout the local money mar
ket than has been in evidence lately.
Rates are ruling the same call money
being per cent and commercial paper
and 71h per cent. The bulk of the trans
actions are generally made at the latter
figure Money lenders say that there Is
no business In call money. AS has been
the case all along since the Exchanges
closed on July 80. banks are not calling
loans.
Borrowers, stock brokers in particular
have reduced their loans considerably in
the last week, In some cases, however,
brokers have Informed the banks that
they would reduce their loans providing
that they could get the money returned
to them when they need it. No definite
promise Is made, however
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
ROOSEVELT AGAINST SULZER
Progressives in New York Urged to
Vote for Davenport.

NEW YORK. Sept. I7.-Plans were per-
fected today by Colonel Theodore Roose-
Welt and other leaders of the Progressive
party in this State to send out letter
to all Progressives in New York. urging
them to ignore the candidacy OF William
Sulzer for the Progressive nomination
and TO vote for Frederick NJ. Davenport.
Mr. sulzer's rival in the primary fight.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
RETIREMENT IN PRUSSIA
ADMITTED BY RUSSIANS
German Attempt Unsuccessful to En-
circle Cars Troops.

NEW YORK. Sept l7.-Admission that
the Russian force is retiring from East
Prussia and that the Germans attempted
an encircling movement to surround a
portion OF the force, although it did not
succeed was included in a statement
issued by the Russian Consul General
here today, The statement reports con-
unued successes in Galicla 1t declares:
The hghtins against the Austrian rear
guard continues ali along the line Re
ports about prisoners, guns ana war
stores being taken are coming IN from
an our armies. on the left bank OF the
san We attacked successfully the retiring
Austrians.
In East Prussia. in spite OF all the
Efforts of the Germans TO surround a
part Of our retiring force, their plan
did not succeed"
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
ORDERS TUCKERToN INQUIRY
Secretary Daniels Denies Intimation
Of Malicious Damage.

WASHINGTON. Sept l7-Se ecretary of
the Navy Daniels today ordered Lieu
tenant Felix X. Gygax 10 make a fIIl in
yestigation of all the circumstances OF
the disabling of the Government-super-
Vised wireless station at Tuckerton. N. j.
Mr. Daniels denied. however. that there
were suggestions that il had been de-
liherately put out Of commission BY out
side influences.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
JAPANESE ENGINEER HERE
ON MISSION OF PEACE
Inspects Water Works and Declines
to Discuss European War.

Satoru Nishioeda chief engineer of the
municipal water works at Toxic, japan,
aud one Of the most noted civil engineers
in his country, is visiting this city, en-
route on a tour of the world, for the
purpose of inspecting the filtration plants
OF the great cities of America and Eu-
rope. Mr.. Nishioeda visited the water
works department in City Hall today
where he obtained permission to Inspect
any part of the departmental machinery.
Mr.. Nishioeda In reply to questions re-
lating to the European war and the part
played by Japan in the conflict, said that
It was q mistake to think that Japan, in
declaring war upon Germany in the far
East, had any aggressive designs in
view. I'VE are fighting for the very
same thing that our allies in Europe are
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
TOO MANY FOR ONE SALARY
Man Says Wife's Efforts to Support
Mothers Family Caused Trouble.

Levi Norcross, OF Kline street, near
Tioga, told Judge Brown in the Domestic
Relations Court that disagreements be-
tween his wife and himself We're caused
by her efforts TO support her own family
and that Of her mother on his monthly
salary of SIS.
Norcross said he discovered that his
wife was trying 10 support her mother
and family on his money. Finally they
separated Mrs. Norcross lives at $685.
Darrah street, Judge Brown ordered
the husband to pay 81 a week for her
support.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
FAMILY ABSENT, HOUSE ROBBED
Germantown Home of George H.
Myers RansaclSed During Vacation.

Robbers entered the home of George II.
Myers retired. 67O5 Anderson street, Ger
mantown some time during the last three
weeks while the family was absent. Re-
turning from vacation, Mr. Myers found
everything in the house in great con-
fusion, numerous articles having been
stolen. including a string of pearls dia-
mond ring and 500 in cash. The total
value Of the goods taken is about $50.
On examination Of the premises, win
dow was found open through which the
thief entered.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
PELLAGRA NOT INFECTIOUS
Unbalanced Diet the Cause, Missis-
sipPi Health Board Reports.

JACKSON, Miss. Sept. l7.-FolloWfpp
an investigation by Dr. JOSEPH Gold
herger surgeon-in-charge OF the nalagra
division OF the United states Bureau of
the Public Health, the State Board Of
Health announced here today that DR.
Goldoerger had reported 10 headquarters
in Washington that pellagra Is not an
infectious disease, 1t is caused. the
board says, by one-sided or unbaIa,,.5
diet.
The cause and cure OF perarra hat.
iore we're considered a mystery bv
government omclaIz
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
MUST NOT FLY OVER CANADA
'inelal Warning After Canadians
FIRE at American Aeroplane.

~, /" AaehlNGToN, Sept. l7.-Ohicial warn
n,,s "at American aviators must not fly
,or,. the boundary into Canadian terri
partment. ~ the 9'a'o DC
tbat secretary OF State Lansing said
6reS SA American aeroplane had been
yIc,at,u upon by Canadians while In the
sottnny OF the Long sault Canal This
ties va. was taken. the Canadian authori-
tax aaeu; because they did not care TO
uabls Shahees of damage to their val
Sv Ssef Canadian territory win bs aIniIariS o1sy
ssr sss,sa. and Americans, therefore TO-DAY
hordss ~ ohiy on this side Of the
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
TO ANSWER BELGIAN CHARGE
German-Americans of Chicago Inter
view President Wilson.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17.-Headed by
Horace L. Brand, a Chicago editor,
group of Chicago German-Americans will
present to President Wilson a reply to
Belgian charges, Of German atrocities.
Their documents >were received by way
of East Africa.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1914-09-17
BANQUET of II O'Clock Council

PORTLAND, Me-. Sept. 17--At the an
nual banquet last night of the Eleven
O'Clock Council of the Red Men of the
United States the following officers were
elected: Chief rover. W. p. Lightholder,
of Missouri secretary, Thomas j. Nc
Keen, OF Minnesota treasurer, Henry
G. Hart, of Idaho.