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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
Faithful to Assurances

Introducing his bill. Premier Asquith
strongly repudiated the assertion that
the government had violated any of it's
assurances not to proceed with eontro-
versial legislation. To have postponed
the passage of the bills until the termi-
nation of the war. he said, would have
had deplorable effect on the Irish race
all over the world and Irish recruiting.
The premier promised that before the
home rule bill came into operation the
government would introduce an entirely
new amending bill.
Andrew Bonar Law, the Opposition
leader, during whose speech the Liberals
left the chamber, entered his protest
against the bill introduced by Mr..
Asquith. Mr. Bonar Law charged the
government with trading upon the loyal
ty of the Unionists to their country. At
the conclusion of Mr.. Laws speech all
the Unionists left the house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
Daring of Ayiators

The British and French aviators
ran daring risks following the retro
grade movement of the German army.
but they succeeded in gathering the
information that the Germans had
erected field works at various places
along the northern plateau beyond
Rheims
These works were intended by the
Germans for the possibility of meet
ing superior forces and of sbeing OBJ
llged to retire and to reform.
1t is understood they left several
corps on their western wing and on
their center. with the desperate task
of holding these lines so as to prevent
their pursuers from harrassing the
bulk of the German army, which. in
the meantime, was making quickly for
the frontier.
Many detached parties of German
troops have been captured wander
ing about the woods. where they
round themselves with little ammuni-
ton, and no food supplies and de-
serted by their comrades who were
making forced. marches.
There has been no cessation in the
preparations at Paris for defense AL
ttouSH tue deFTnanS now are a con-
siderable distance away and the like
lihood of their returning is regarded
as remote. thousands of men are en-
rolled daily for the formation of new
forces and TO fill the gaps in the ranks
of the armies.
Some military critics are of the
opinion that the stand now being
made by the Germans along the Aisne
is the beginning of a new battle,
which may develop into a combat al
most If not quite equally as serious
as that on the Marine.
1t is argued however that the allies
POSSESS the advantage of prestige,
which has been increased since they
repulsed the Germans on the east of
Paris. The allies also command the
railroads. which enable them to bring
reinforcements, while the Germans
are not in a position to obtain addi-
tional troops, owing to the Belgians
keeping several German army : corps
engaged since they have taken the
offensive from Antwerp.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
HIGGINS OUT FOR
The SPEAKERSHIP

Brewer. Me. Sept. 15.-(SpeciaD.-
Leon F. Higgins of this city today an
nounced his candidacy for the Repub-
lican nomination as Speaker of the
House in the next Legislature.
Mr.. Higgins was very prominent in
the last legislature being to the fore
front of progressive legislation. He
is Republican and in the insurance
business. He was born in Ellsworth
and educated in the public schools
of Bangor and Brewer. He was three
terms mayor of the city of Brewer
and two terms alderman of the city.
He is a Past Grand Master of the L
o. 0. r, of Maine, a knight Templar
and Past Chancellor Commander of
the knights of Pythias.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
u. S. FORCES
Continued from Page y

forth in the following statement from
TIE White House:
The troops have been ordered with
drawn from Vera Cruz. This action is
taken in view of the entire removal of
the circumstances which were thought
to justify the occupation. The further
presence of the troops is deemed I'M
necessary
Specifically the American forces
were withdrawn at the urgent appeal
of Gen. Carranza, first chief of the
Constitutionalist army, who is in
charge of the executive power in Mex
leo City.
Through Paul Fuller, personal rep
resentatiye of President Wilson in
Mexico, Gen. Carranza set forth that
the presence of American troops in
stead of being a safeguard against fur
Their revolution and peace with the
United STAGES, constituted constant
menace to friendly relations.
The Mexican chief contended and
he was upheld by Gems. Villa and
Obregon, that the Mexican people
would not understand the continued
presence of American troops on Mex
lean soil and would be bound to
cherish resentment. At first, the
President believed it desirable to keep
American forces at Vera Cruz for
salutary effect, hoping that Con-
stitutional election would be conduct
ed fairly and the troops brought back
after a constitutionally elected exec
utive was in power.
The Constitutional chief argued,
however. that no election could be free
and without compulsion with part
of Mexican territory controlled by
American forces. He pointed out too
that the question of the American
troops might soon become domestic
issue The President discussed the
subject with his cabinet some of
whom, it is understood, did not favor
the move.
1t was finally the concensus of opin-
ion that purpose of the American
expedition to Vera Cruz--to punish
the affront to the flag at Tampico-
had been achieved through the oc-
cupation itself and the forcing OF
Huerta's abdication as president.
Another circumstance which influenced
the Presidents Judgment was the APP
preaching general convention of military
chiefs on Oct. /. On that date a provis-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
Thrill LING EXPERIENCES or
GERMAN AIRNEN Who were
FORCED TO LAND AMONG ENEMY
Engine Trouble Causes Earhward Flight But Capture of Mag
istrate Saves Day-Another Party Escape
Trench Peasants to Woods

: Berlin. via London, Sept. l5.--d2O5 P.
M).-The interesting stories of the ex-
periences OF German aviators during OPP
erations in the enemy's country have
been received here from the front. The
first is the recital of two officers who,
because of motor trouble, we're forced
TO land from their machine near a hostile
Belgian village and whose experience
ended by the abduction of the trembling
village magistrate in an. aeroplane; the
second is the experience of two aviators
whose aeroplane was shot down in the
midst of the enemy's country They man
aged to find shelter in forest, where
they wandered for five days without food.
Finally they were found by advancing
Germans in a half deiirious c condition
The first mentioned officers were at
tackled by the local residents armed with
shotguns. One of the Germans succeeded
in selling the village magistrate as a
hostage and while be kept his pistol at
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16

this officials head his companion repair
ed the motor. They then made the mag
istrate mount the aeroplane, which luck
lily was able to ascend with three pas
sengers and sped away.
The other two men, whose machine was
wrecked when 1t came down. were dazed
and stunned from their fail. Immediate
ly they were attacked by a group of
French peasants armed with pitchforks
and scythes. The Germans held these
men at bay with their revolvers until
they rea ched the dense woods in which
they hid. Peasants and soldiers hunted
them for days and they spent anxious
hours cfouehing in holes ike rabbits,
While their pursuers fired their guns and
rifles into every suspicious thicket. They
lived on beets and the only water they
had was dew which they sucked from
leaves. Their minds almost gave way
under the strain and they were burning
with fever when a German patrol found
them .e
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16

The Belgian army which is quite
surrounded, according to statements
has been attempting, through repeated
sorties from Antwerp, to play at least
part in the war. (The censor has
here deleted further reference to the
operations around Antwerp.
Reports come from small battles
with French contingents in southern
Alsace near Thanna, Gebweilier and
Sulze but with the exception of these
there is no news from the west.
The Germans presumably are push
ing reinforcements forward and the
announcement that their armies with
a united front have assumed the Of
fensive, may perhaps be expected in
two or three days.
Much depends on the rapidity with
which the army under the crown
prince completes the isolation of YER
dun and shakes itself loose from this
obstacle in order to be in a position
to resume major operations.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
NATIONAL HONE,

Mr.. and Mrs. Richard l. Peterson.
who have been at the Home hotel for
the past six years, have resigned to
take charge of hotel in Rumford.
which he has leased for two years.
Mr.. Peterson was chef at the Bangor
House some 10 years before coming
here to take charge of the Home no.
tel and is thoroughly competent in ev-
cry respect to open up a hotel and
should make it a paying proposition.
They leave host of friends here who
unite in wishing them all possible sue
cess. After a 10-days visit to friends
and relatives in Bangor, Boston and
Attleboro they will assume their new
duties. Alfred w. Fuller, the cook
here, has also resigned to go with his
brother in-law, Mr.. Peterson, and aft
er vacation of about 10 days, will re-
port at Rumford. Harry Hinton of the
Home will succeed Mr.. Fuller as cook.
but the position of manager is as yet
untitled.
officer of the day, Capt Eugene A..
Preble.
Ferdinand Fritz, a former member.
has reported here from the Bath, IN.
" State Home for re-admission.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
DEPRESSION THROUGH AUSTRIA
HUNGARY INCREASES AT NEWSOF
CONTINUED RUSSIAN VICTORIES
Mass of People Accept Meagre Bulletins Without Complaint
High Circles Manifest Extreme Concern
AS to Outcome of War

pers of Sunday barely mentioned the
battle that is reported to have been
raging around Lemberg for the past
six days. The only journal offering any
comment on the Lemberg situation
was the Neue Fraie Presse, which
said:
we can say nothing more than that
the high moral quality of the Austrian
and Hungarian troops must eventually
prove victorious"
A telegram received in Vienna from
Budapest quotes the Hungarian min
lister of national defence as saying:
I'VE stand well. Our position every
where is good; more than this I can
not say"
The frequent optimistic public ut
teranees of Count Stephan Tisza, the
Hungarian premier. have latterly
ceased and the official bulletins given
out in Budapest are silent regarding
the campaign against Servia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16

Vienna, Austria, Monday, Sept. IA,
10 P. M.-via Paris, Sept. IS, II A. M.
The. news of Russia's increasingly
victorious occupation Of eastern Ga
iicia. is exercising a depressing infiu-
ence in Austro- Hungarian official cir
Giles and among the more Intelligent
classes of the monarchy, but up to the
present time the mass of the people
seem to accept the meagre official bull
letins given out by the authorities.
They welcome any report which seems
half way encouraging.
That anxiety is felt in higher circles,
however, is manifested by the long
audiences the ministers of the Dual
Monarchy are holding constantly at
Schoenbrunn with Emperor Francis
Joseph.
The newspapers of Vienna maintain
an extraordinary reserve concerning
the progress of the campaigns in Ga
licia and on the Servian frontier. Pa
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16

according to correspondents, their ar
tillery was superior to that of the
Austrians and the Germans.
Petrograd hopes that when Gen.
Rennenkampff gets his reinforcements
he will be able to defeat the Ger
mans. Military men are most anxious
to see how the Russians compare lis
fighting men against the perfectly
trained Germans.
The Servians and Montenegrins, &C.
cording to Rome dispatch after the
capture of vishigrad. Bosnia. by the
Servians, and of Faioha, Bosnia. the
Montenegrins joined forces and are
now advancing along the entire front.
Besides invading Galieia, the Rus
slams are now said to be operating ex-
tensively in Bukowina, the chief town
of which, Czernowitz, they occupied
some weeks ago. 1t is thought to be
the intention of the Russians to go
as far as possible south of the Car
pathian mountains and, in case the
allies are successful, to demand a new
frontier in that direction when the
war is over.
Russians Driven Back
ne iNuSSidH Stutidi Stdl mas Sdld
nothing about the fighting in East Prus-
STA except that the Russian forces were
compelled to withdraw before superior
numbers, The Germans. however. claim
another big victory for Gen. Hindenberg' $
army in the lighting which ragged for four
days, over the entire front. They say
that the Russians lost heavily, especially
in the battle at Lyck. nine miles north of
the Russian frontier. while the German
losses were inconsiderable.
The scattered British and German
forces throughout Africa have been hav-
ing skirmishes where their frontiers meet
and the South African mounted rifles ara
reported to have won a victory over the
Germans, whom they are said to have
expelled from Ramans Drift. This may
be the forerunner of what may develop
serious battle. The Germans have a
strong force in German West Africa and
already have threatened the borders of
the Union of South Africa. Therefore
before long the Germans who sympathiz-
ed with the Beers in their war against
Great Britain may be opposed by the
same Beers who are now fighting for
Great Britain.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16

London, Sept. 15.-(3.45 P. M
According to statement issued here
today by the Servian legation, there
are now in Hungary at least $780, 900
Servian troops, successfully pushing
an offensive movement against the
forces of the dual monarchy.
The Austrians are entrenching at
all strategic points on all the roads
leading to Budapest. A large Servian
army is marching toward Frushka-
CORA, a position of great Importance,
the purpose being to render secure
the Servian left flank.
+ Continuing the legation declares
that In Bosnia the Servians are be-
sieging Vishnegrad. and that their adj
vance line is nearing Sarayevo, which
is strongly fortified and where des-
perate fighting is expected.
I The prediction is made that a juno
ton soon will be effected with Rus
sian army sweeping to the westward
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
GERMAN ARMIES
TAKEN POSITIONS
Continued from Page y

ing to Petrograd report in the angle
between the rivers San and Vistula, a
trap into which Russian troops had
been trying for some days to drive
them. Their TANKS are supported by
the fortresses of Cracow and
Przemysl.
Przemysl is being approached by the
Russian army, which captured Lem
berg, and which will now operate
against the right wing of Generals
Dankl and Won Auffenberg. Mean
while, the Russian army is free to
move westerly toward Thron. Prussia.
town of some $4,000 inhabitants on
the right bank of the Vistula, 20 miles
southeast Of Bromberg, and Gen.
Rennenkampff can look for reinforce
ments for his army. which had fallen
back with the German advance in
East Prussia.
The Russians won their victories in
Galicia and Poland, not only because
they had superior force. but because.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16

ginia and Thacher, Mass
Possibly the most dangerous effect
of the measure, the report declares,
would be the result its enactment
might have on the position of neutral
ity on the part of the United States in
the war.
The bill, continues the report. would,
If II became law, stifle ali commercial
enterprise and turn over to the gov
eminent itself, the power to create a
merchant marine, which power could,
it is asserted, be extended and en-
lraged as long as money remained in
the treasury and as much longer as
Congress should provide by taxation
to replenish the treasury.
Granting that the situation seemed
to warrant the introduction of a bill
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
REFRAIN FROM COMMENT ON the
Great BATTLE-DETAILS SCARCE
FROM AUTHENTIC SOURCES IN BERLIN


Berlin Via Copenhagen and London
-(6.So A. M.).-Sept, 15.-Another
day has passed without news from
the great battle regarding which no
reports nor details have been avail
able since a week ago.
The general staff in response to a
query, characterizing the general sit
uation as favorable" but refrained
from any comment whatever over the
course of events since the first days
of the English French attacks and
the withdrawal of the German right
wing on Sept. 6.
A report which was in circulation
in Parliamentary circles last night
that the operations had already re-
suited in a great victory, found no
confirmation. On the contrary it ap-
pears that the battle still can last
some time. A contest of such great
extent and upon which so much de-
ponds, will not be decided in a short
time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
MINORITY REPORT DECLARES that
GOVT OWNED STEAMSHIP LINES
WOULD DESTROY PRIVATE AIMS

Washington, Sept 15.-Deelaring
that the establishment of a govern
ment owned steamship line is a direct
attack upon the invested capital and
would mean the ultimate destruction
of steamship lines which the ingenuity
and wisdom of a deserving class of
citizens have built up and maintained
in the carrying trade of the United
States, seven members Of the commit
tee ON merchant marine today intro
duced in the House minority report
on the merchant marine bill which
was framed TO meet conditions aris-
ing out OF the European war The re-
port is signed by Ave Republicans,
Greene. Mass. Kinds, Maine; Curry,
Calf: Edn,ends. Penn: Parker, N
T., and two Democrats, Saunders, Vir-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
No Cessation in the
Preparations for
Defense of
Paris
British and French Aviators
Took Great Chances to Secure
Information as to Position of
Germans - Allies Command
Railroads to Enable Bringing
Of Reinforcements

Paris, Sept. 1880 P. M
An attempt to stem the tide of
their rapid retreat was general
ly expected to be made by the
Germans after the Allies had
compelled them to retire, de-
feated, from the great field of
battle of the east of Paris, where
they had fought stubbornly for
seven days and had suffered
enormous losses.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
WHOLE FRENCH FRONT SAID
TO HAVE ASSUMED OFFENSIVE

Washington, Sept. IA Bordeaux for
eign Office dispatch to the French en-
bassy here says:
On the 18th our offensive movement
has continued on the whole front. @
Mont Didier and Roye on our left wing
have been occupied with French cavalry;
Amiens, the German forces are retiring
towards st. Quentin and Peronne. The
forces were defensively arranged yester-
day to the east of Rheims on the line of
the old forts Nogent, L'Abbesse. Vitry
Fremont. The headquarters-of one of our
armies were established today In the city
OF Rheims,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
CENSORSHIP IN
VIENNA RIGOROUS

Milan, Via London, Sept. 15.-(9.05 A
M)-The Vienna correspondent of the
Corriere Della Sera telegraphs that the
censorship in Vienna is of such rig
orous character that all hints of Aus
tf'ian losses are suppressed. The great
~ increased cost of living. the CORE
spoRdent adds. is beginning to cause
alarm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16

The German troops in the Argonne
were yesterday north of the line TRAN
court Issoncourt-having abandoned the
attack on Fort Troyon friver Meuse).
Yesterday evening French Lorraine
had been completely evacuated by the
Germans who were Withdrawing toward
Saarburg. Blouse and Chateau Balins In
Galicia the fight that had been going on
for 10 days ended in a great success for
the Russians. One hundred guns, $4,000
prisoners, including 200 officers. were
taken by them from the sth to the 10TH
On the whole front Austrians were retir-
ing"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
ADMINISTRATION AT
WASHINGTON PLEASED

Washington, Sept. 15.-Seeretary
Daniels and other administration OFF,
Gals expressed their qualification with
the result of the Maine elections.
That State, previously rock-ribbed
Republican, may now be classed as
doubtful" said Mr.. Daniels.
Very gratifying" was Secretary
Bryans comment as he went to the
cabinet meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
Late Augusta Locals.

A very pretty birthday surprise
party was given Tuesday evening at
the home of V. E. Cameron in honor
OF MRS. Cameron's 44th birthday.
About 80 or 40 were present. The eve
ming was passed in playing games and
everybody had very enjoyable time.
Ice cream and cake were served. The
birthday cake was engraved with the
word Mother The presents were
many and beautiful
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
HOME RULE

Continued from Page y
on the Marquis of Crewe's mo-
home rule bill, adjournment was
taken on vote of SO to 20.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16
announcement
OF DEATH OF Gen.
NEIL fINDLAY OF
ENGLISH ARMY
Official Statement Issu-
ed at London-Was of
Royal Artillery

London, Sept. Is, $40 p. M.-Brig-
adler General Neil Douglas Findlay,
Royal Artillery. has been killed in ac-
ton, according to the official announce
ment made tonight.
Brigadier General Findlay command
ed the first division Royal Artillery of
the British army since 1910. He served
in the South African war and was
twice mentioned in dispatches for
bravery and received the Queens med
al. He was born in 1859.
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Today's Concert PROGRAM

Today's concert Program
Marcn-"U. d Regulars" Karesak
Aladdin" Robinson
Midsummer Night"
Luscomb
Selection from Naughty Merietta,"
Herbert
Serenata. Moskowski
Selection-"Alma Where Do You Live"
Z Briquet
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-09-16

7 EON r. HIGGINS of
Brewer. Republican
Candidate for Speaker i'm
Nesf House of Represent
1ffpeS
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1914-11-02
LEST WE FORGET.

If you are approached by anyone and asked to vote against the Democratic candi- dates next Tuesday ask why at this critical iuncture in the his tory of the state and nation with the shadow of the great European war almost upon us, with the wise policies of Wood row Wilson on the verge of bringing to this country an u11- exampIed season of prosperity, ask, we repeat, why you should vote against President Wilson and see what the answer will be.