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Evening star., 1914-08-22

streets from house to house and the Ger
man losses were enormous.
Following up the SUCCESS. one part of
the army occupied Muelhausen, while the
rest turned on Altkirch and forced the
Germans to fall backward in disorder.
Thus we attained the initial object of our
troops In upper Alsace, to drive the Ger
man forces on to the right bank of the
Rhine"
In order to show the Importance of
the success in Alsace the official state
ment gives q detailed account of the
first attempt made to force the Ger
the Rhine and to seize and hold the
tack.
August T." the statement says. "the
French carried Thanh and Altkirch
them following up the success and
the German retreat was not cut on.
despite the opposition Of the rein
forced Germans the French advance
continued. A brigade entered Muel-
hansen. but the city was difficuit to de-
fend. The Germans. well informed by
the pro-German Inhabitants, delivered
night attack. marching Simultaneous
~ from the forest of Neubrisach ana
Colma in direction to cut Off our
retreat
Retreat Is Ordered.
by remaining insufficient forces in
Muelhausen We would have riske d hav-
ing our communications WI he upper
vosges and Belfort cut, anu retreat
was ordered. AS q matter OF fact an
other plan might have been carried
out Our forces at Altkirch might have
made a counter attack on the Ger
mans. marching on Cernay Why this
was not done has not yet been prop
erly explained
''Our left being attacked toward Cernay
by nanifestiy superior forces, our center
attacked at Muelhausen and our right
remaining inactive. put us In q bad posi-
ton and retreat was the w'sest course.
This was carried out brilliantly.
ITO attain cur initial object the opera =
tion was begun again on q fresh basis
under another commander, Gen. Pau.
Prohting by the lessons of the first at
tempt and with considerable reinforce
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the German columns continues both banks of the
Meuse outside the range of the action at Namur.

riously and destroying large part Of
the city.
Late Tuesday, the Belgian head
having decided de
resistance along this advanced line
would be foolish and ordered a gradual
retirement.
Wednesday a tremendous battle along
the whole line continued. The hottest
fighting was near Aerschot, twenty-three
miles northeast of Brussels, where the
carnage on both sides was awful. The
advance guard of two Belgian regiments
to retreat at o'clock in the evening.
Punish Foe During Retreat.
''At II o'clock the Germans reached
Louvain in motor cars armed with ma
chine guns. The Belgians continued to
fall back in good order, administering
severe punishment to the enemy all the
way. Their retreat took them through
Matines and thence to Antwerp"
The Daily Telegrapher's correspond
ent at Givet, Belgium, who has been
traversing the French advanced posts
in the valleys of the Meuse river. says
he expects the next determined effort
by the Germans will be against Namur
and nearby places. where he says the
Germans are now mobilized for slash
ing effort to plunge their great army
into france.
An army corps now on the way from
Rochefort. the correspondent thinks.
will be hurled squarely against the
French frontier.
Tho Germans" the correspondent
continues, already have made tenta-
tive assaults at every point aiong the
Meuse wherever its crossing is feasible.
This war is no childs play. Solemnly
l warn the English that this is only
the beginning Of a time of great trial.
Burden for English Army.
1.-The English army, I think. must
eventually accept the heaviest burden
Of the fighting. We have handful
Of men here on the line. but more must
come and many lives must be sacrificed
to dam this engulfing flood. 7 guarantee
that the battle for the mastery of
France may begin tomorrow"
The Daily Nails correspondent at
Alost, Belgium, fifteen miles northwest
of Brussels, in a dispatch dated Thurs
day, says:
''The Belgians evacuated Louvain
Wednesday night after a bloody bat
tie. in which they admit their losses
were enormous. They fought against
fearful odds and were driven back
The Daily Nails Antwerp correspond
ent, Col. Fairholme, military attache of
the British legation. says the situation
Of the allies is entirely favorable. He
declares the Germans have lost ten
days on their program, while the allies
nave carried out their program without
the slightest delay.
Evening star., 1914-08-22
FRENCH RETREAT IN LORRAINE.
BUT CONQUER IN ALSACE
Fierce Fighting Follows Germans Counter
Attack at Define, Dieuze and Morhange.
Tricolor Success at Muelhausen.

PARIS, August 22-oficials of the
war ministry admit reverses for the
French forces in Lorraine. owing to
vastly superior numbers Of Germans.
but claim continued success in Alsace.
An official statement says:
"As already announced. after recon-
ouering the frontier. our troops ad-
vanced into Lorraine along q front ex-
tending in the Donan mountains to
Chateau Salins. They drove the Ger
mans back into the valley Of the Seille
river and the marshy district, and our
advance guards reached Define, Dieuxe
and Morhangs.
Several German army corps made .
vigorous counter-attack and our advance
guards fell back. The fight was extreme
ly fierce on both Sides and in view Of
the greatly superior number Of the Ger
mans our troops. who had been fight
ing continuously for six days. retreated.
"Our left covers the advanced works
OF Nancy and our right is firmly estab-
Hshed in the Donan hills. The great
strength Of our enemy made our re-
naming In Lorraine useless and i'm
prudent.
Reoeeupation Of Muslhausen.
Details received show that the re-
occupation of Muelhaussn was a great
success. The offensive, nrst along the
line from Thanh to Dannemaris dam
merktrch) and then on to Muelhausen,
was carried out with rare ;.ass BY a
bold stroke Gen. Paul Eau. once he was
master at Thanh and Dannemarie.
directed the troops west Of Muelhausen,
giving the enemy an opportunity to
engage him between our lines ant the
Swiss frontier. and then by a second
move the Germans were thrown back
on Muelhausen.
while our right attacked Altkirch the
left advance on Neubrisach and Colmar,
threatening the enemy's line Of retreat.
The Germans were then forced to accept
battle. which was hottest in the suburb
of Muelhausen. Dornach. Our infantry
captured twenty-four guns at the point OF
prisoners. The fight swept through the
Evening star., 1914-08-22
FRENCH AUTHOR PATRIOTIC.
Novelist in Sixtieth Year Demands
Permission to Go to Front.

PARIS, August 22.-Mnister OF War
Messimy yesterday asked Georges
Desparbes. well known French novelist
now in his sixtieth year., II he would
write a story for the army bulletin.
IT will give you a story" Mr.. Des-
parbes replied, 'if you will give me back
my corporars stripes and send me to the
front"
The minister of war objected and said
that 1t was quite impossible, The author
argued for some time to be taken into
the ranks but all his pleading could not
make the minister Of war relent.
Evening star., 1914-08-22

nounced to Minister Havenith by his
government The troops retreAtsd in
good order to Antwerp, from where
they will cooperate with the allied
forces the dispatch explained.
The minister stated that Brussels was
entirely cut of from communication
with the temporary governmental
headquarters at Antwerp, but in all
probability a war tax had been levied
by the Germans on the former capital.
No mention was made in any OF the
dispatches of the alleged German vio-
lations of the rules of war and no pro-
test on that score was made by the
Belgian minister.
Evening star., 1914-08-22
Drawing Near ostend.

The Daily Mails Ostend correspondent.
telegraphing Friday evening at 6 o'clock.
says:
1.-The Germans are overrunning north
ern Belgium They are now believed TO
be within striking distance Of Ostend.
Fifty thousand Germans marched
through Brussels and are now in Ghent-
Friday an encounter occurred between
the al les troops and the Germans at q
spot probably southwest CT Brussels. The
result was favorable to the allies. Ger
man uhlans have been seen at Waterloo
The Amsterdam correspondent of the
Reuter- Telegram Company sends the
following detailed account of the ad-
vance of the Germans across central
Belgium during the present week. The
was taken from an Antwerp news
paper. 1t follows:
Belgians Forced to Retire.
Tuesday morning the great advance
movement began along line extend
ing in a broad from Diest to Tirle-
mont and St. Trond. The Belgians re-
tired from St. Trond. as the Germans
outnumbered the Belgian advance
guard. The first Belgian battle line
extended along line of about twenty
Geetbetz, Neerlinter and Tirlemont.
'Tir1emont was guarded by cavalry
detachments only. while on the other
end of the line the burden of defense
at Diest was taken by bicycle sharp
shooters.
The battle started at daybreak
Tuesday, near Geetbetz, where the Bel
gians gained the first blood by bring
ing down a German aeroplane which
was scouting above the Belgian posi-
tion. At o'clock the Germans opened
their attack with large forces Of cav
airy, supported by infantry and artil-
lery with machine guns. Within few
minutes a fierce battle was raging
along the six mile front.
Germans Annfhilated.
"In the north the German right wing
attacked Haelen and Loxbergen. In the
south it attacked Budingen. The main
attack was aimed to break through the
Belgian line at Geetbetz. where the dis
mounted Belgian cavalry poured in a
terrific fire. annihilating the German ad-
vance columns. Thereupon the German
cavalry executed a daring flank move
ment around the Belgian position, ne
cessitating the slow retirement of the
Belgians on Budingen, where Count Dur
sci was killed
The most remarkable stand was made
outside Budingen by two Belgian squad
rons of 240 men, who opposed for a
long time 1000 Germans
"On the extreme north the Germans
stormed Diest, bombarding the own fu-
Evening star., 1914-08-22
CLAIMS TREATY VIOLATED.
Belgian Minister Files Protest Re
garding Neutrality Agreement.

e. Havenith, the Belgian minister, to-
day filed a note of protest against the
violation of the treaty of 1899. which
guaranteed the neutrality of Belgium,
with the counselor Of the State De-
partment This note will be delivered
tions.
The defeat Of the Belgian army in the
man forces. was yesterday officially an
Evening star., 1914-08-22

on getting an advance. Corn is also
being held in the same manner.
Lemons, he says, had advanced from
$3.50 a box August 1 to $3.50 box Au-
gust IL. but that, due to the investigation.
the price has receded to $1O.5O box. He
says that If his further investigation
shall warrant, the matters will be sub
mitted to the grand jury for appropriate
action.
The United States attorney in Cincin-
natl reports that In his opinion the high
price of sugar il due to the fixing Of
prices by refiners and operators in New
York city.
From Michigan comes the inquiry as to
why 1877 600 tons of Michigan beet sugar
are apparently withheld from the market.
The correspondent says that repeated
calls on retail merchants disclose that
no Michigan beet sugar can be pur-
chased
An Indiana correspondent reports that
notwithstanding the fact that dealer in
his city had on hand three carloads OF
sugar before the European war, which he
could have sold at a profit at N.S
sack, he Is now selling the same at $2.1o
a sack.
Mrs. Ellis Logan, president Of the
District Federation of Women's Clubs.
who has interested herself In the local
movement to reduce the cost OF living,
and who is pursuing an investigation OF
comparative prices at the various mar
kets. started her weeks investigation
Of the Center market at o'clock this
morning.
Il found the trip thr6ugh the market
very interesting said Mrs Logan this
morning to Star reporter. Giving
you a sort Of impressionistic view OF
the purchasing, found that eggs this
morning were selling only two cents
higher than they were this time year
ago. Vegetables Of all kinds were very
cheap.
Gives Advice to Buyers.
Tn buying I would urge all women
to go to all Of the stands before max
ing purchases and then they could
compare prices and qualities. Women
would find 1t much cheaper II they
would buy weeks supply of food.
instead of just enough for a meal or
for one day. For instance, it is better
to buy ham and bacon in the piece and
slice it at home. In that way. several
cents can be saved on the pound.
BY going to the Center market
found that several times the car fare
could be saved.
I'VE women must be aggressive and
remonstrative with dealers and then we
will get our moneys worth. 1 will cite
an experience of mine. I purchased
pound of butter from a certain store.
It was not stamped with the Elgin
dealers attention. He assured me that
it was just the same and Of equal quail
ity, although not stamped. When got
home found 1t was nothing more than
common cooking butter. took 1t back
and demanded my money.
The women must do this, no matter
If 1t takes an hours time, IL they ex-
pect to get their moneys worth"
Evening star., 1914-08-22
British Fleet Increased.

VICTORIA. August 22.--The British
neet at the EsQulmault naval station
has been increased by two ships. re-
=. riding which naval ofhctals are main
Vytning the greatest secrecy. The Meet
Hw consists of three cruisers. two
E.ops- of-wa- cad two submarines.
Evening star., 1914-08-22
Hurt Riding ON Car Running Board.

While standing on the running board
of q car on the Columbia line near 44th
street northeast yesterday afternoon.
Leroy Sidney, twenty-five years old
1913 Kramer street northeast. was str1Es
by q trolley pole and injured about
shoulder. He WAS taken 70 Cas-
Hospital.
Evening star., 1914-08-22
Significance Of q. S. Policy.


United States toward the situation In the
far east as expressed in formal COM
munication from the American govern
ment to japan was widely discussed by
diplomats here today.
The declaration that the United States
would remain absolutely neutral In any
eyentuality was not unexpected, put the
extent to which the present administra-
tion would reaffirm the policy OF John
torial integrity of China and the princi-
pie Of the "open door" for the commerce
Of all nations had not been generally
known.
In its latest communication with Japan.
the United States has carefully relralned
from expressing any opinion on the mer-
its of the ultimatum' presented ny Japan
to Germany, but has noted with satlsIac-
ticn the following points:
That japan has promised to restore TO
China the territory Of Kiaochow IL she
should obtain possession OF 1t from Ger
many;
That japan seeks no territory in China
That Japan would naturally commune
cate with the United States before taking
any steps outside of the boundaries OF
Ktaochow in the event that revolutionary
outbreaks or disturbances In the interior
of China threatened the lives and inter-
ests of foreigners;
That Japar's attitude was based on the
AneIo-Japanese alliance. one Of the OBJ
-ects Of which ts:
''The preservation Of the common inter-
ests Of all powers In China by insur1ns
.he independence and integrity OF the
Chinese empire and the principle of equal
ipportunities for the commerce and In
iustry of all nations in China.
BY referring to this part Of the Anglo
Japanese alliance, the Washington gov
Evening star., 1914-08-22

ernment, 1t was pointed out today. has in
effect expressed the expectation that the
open door" policy and the principle Of
the preservation of the integrity Of China
will be maintained, no matter what the
outcome of the present situation.
What also attracted attention was the
fact that the United States had taken oc-
casion to place on record at this time IT.
understanding Of Japans assurances as
communicated through Ambassador
Guthrie a week ago.
Evening star., 1914-08-22

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(Sesl) Notary Public.
Evening star., 1914-08-22
Appeal for the Limitation
of Exports Of Foodstuffs
for Effect on High Prices

NEW YORK, August 22.-In its ef-
fort to keep the cost Of living within
reasonable bounds. the mayors COM
mittee investigating the high price OF
foodstuiYs in this city has decided to
increase the scope of its endeavors by
making an appeal to the manufactur-
ers and shippers throughout the coun-
try to limit the export Of food to what
might be regarded as excess above
domestic demands.
This plan of the committee has been
under consideration by George w. Per
kins, the chairman. for several days
He has consulted with the heads OF
many large concerns. and It 10 be.
lieved that enough promises OF support
have been made to assure the success
Of the plan.
The national associations Of the
trades engaged in the manufacture and
pealed to first. and a special effort will
be made to enroll the men who con-
troll the meat, sugar. -four and coal
supplies in the scheme.
America First" Is Slogan.
America first" according to a men,
Der of the committee, is to be the chiet
argument of the appeal. Concerning
the movement this committee member
said:
I'VE believe that Europe should pay
for its war, but we do not think 1t is
fair to ask the American consumers to
pay q share. 1t has been boasted that
we have food enough to feed the world
We'll, let us feed the world. let us cur
tail our greed enough to keep down
prices to our own people"
The inquiries being conducted by the
district attorneys Of the counties In
greater New York will be continued
Monday. The Investigations in Man
haitian and Brooklyn next week deal
with the prices Of sugar. grain and
-four.
Evening star., 1914-08-22
THERE are 2,442 daily newspapers in
the United States.
Only IS

have circulation of 10000 or more daily.
The Star is the only paper in Washington in
this class, although it has but one edition
daily.
Evening star., 1914-08-22
CITIZENS |ND0RSE
WHOLESALE PLAN

tContinued from First Page)
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-09-05
new POPE'S FIRST
TALK ASKS PEACE
Della Chiesa Upon Election as
Pontiff Says Prayer for
Victory Works Injury.
CARDINALS IN TRIBUTE
Take Part in Traditional Ceremonies
When One of Sacred College
Accepts Highest Honor.

Rome. Sept. 5.-The coronation of
the newly elected pope as Benedict
XIV will take place next Tuesday.
Immediately after his election the
pontin said he could not imagine how
his frail being was capable of enduring
the enormous weight of responsibility
thrown upon his shoulders, especially
at moment when almost all the
countries of Europe were stained with
blood. when the wounds inflicted upon
humanity also were inflicted on the
church. and when countless victims of
the war were being cut down.
The war. he said, had armed faithful
against faithful. priest against priest.
while the bishops of each country of
fered prayers for the success OF the
army of his own nation. But victory
for one side meant slaughter to the
other. the destruction of children
equally dear to the heart of the pom
tiff
The conclave OF the sacred college
had been in session since the evening
OF Monday. Aug. 81, and the final vote
was not taken until this morning.
Speaks of America.
Later during the course OF a recep-
ton of laymen the pope spike of
America, which he said was especially
dear TO him. He expressed great adj
miration for the genius of its people,
which was comparable only to their
religious zeal. and he added: Il am
glad that my first apostolic benedic-
tion abroad will be forwarded to
America. where the American cardi-
nails will at a later date impart it to
the people directly"
The pontiff also expressed the hope
that America, in favor of peace, to-
gether with the prayers raised to tee
Almighty throughout the world, would
mean that peace will come.
In the history of papal conclaves
the present conclave was unique. in
asmuch as. theoretically, the election
of any cardinal was possible. while in
previous 'conclaves there were special
designations.
The new pope was the son of the
Marchese della Chiesa, pronounced
Keeaaa). He received his education at
the Capronican college. and later at
tended the Academy of Noble Ecclesi-
astics, which formerly was attended
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-09-05
WOULD keep Mr.,
nEWLAND PASTOR
First Methodist Congregation
Petitions Coming Con-
ference.
A PROMOTION is RUMORED
Spencer Memorial Methodists Take
Same Action With Regard to
Rev. w. r.. 'rcpe.

The official board of the First Meth
odist, with unanimous vote, has asked
that the pastor of the church, Rev. T.
z. Newland, be returned for the COM
ing year by the Central Illinois con-
ference, which will convene in Kewa-
nee Sept. 16. This action was taken
at the last quarterly conference held
last evening at the church when bust
ness pertaining to the closing of the
conference year was transacted.
\ persistent report has gained cir
cuiation that Rev Mr.. Newland is
slated for the position of district SUI
perintendent in one of the districts in
the conference but the members OF
the congregation which he serves. are
loath to let him go. Rev. Mr.. New
land denies that there is any truth TO
the rumor and has signifed his de-
sire to return to the local congrega-
ton.
Committees for the coming year
were appointed and plans outlined for
the work that will be undertaken.
Wish Mr.. Tope Returned.
The congregation of the Spencer
Memorial Methodist church in quar-
terly session also asked that their
pastor. Rev. w. II. Tope be returned
for the coming year. Mr.. Tope has
served the congregation for the last
year and during that time large strides
have been taken in the work of the
church and a new life has been in
stilIed.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1914-09-05
start Dances Labor Day.

The c. and d. club. composed OF
number of tri-city young men, an
ncUnces a winter series of dances al
the Davenport armory. starting next
Monday and continuing every SUNDAY
night following. The armory Is 10 be
greatly improved in many respects
and the floor put in first class condi-
ton. At present the armory Is the
largest hall in the tri-cities. Inc =
and ID boys announce that they have
secured many novelties 20 entertain
tho public with this winter.