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Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
Airsh;ps Prov;ng
Their Great Value
! Il, European War

Paris, Oct. 14.-The activity Of Ger
man acceptance over Paris has brought
up a general discussion Of the value
OF these machines in warfare and a
recital Of thrilling aerial .luels between
French and German machines.
One French corps commander is
quoted as.saying that in his opinion a
single aeroplane is as yaluabl as a
division of cavalry. Aeroplanes are
of tho greatest service in preventing
surprises. and few important move
ments Of troops have been made which
have not been reported promptly by
aerial scouts. A daring encounter took
place recently between a German
monoplano and French biplane dur
ing critical moment in the execution
OF an important maneuver north Of
the river Disc. The German machine
was seen sailing over the French lines
just before strong detachment of
troops waa to start on a 4 ov ovemeht to
the north. For the success of this
maneuyerit was vital that this sentry
of the aif- be removed and French
biplane undertook the responsibility.
The French machine gained an alti-
tude greater than that Of the German,
but even this advantage was not suf-
ficient to drive the enemy away. In a
daring drive. the German descended
to height Of 1000 yards and, skill
fully avoiding the French machine,
headed for the German lines The
Frenchman seemed to have the advan-
tage in speed. For awhile the German
was successful in keeping out of rscech.
but the biplane, continuing its fite0 at
q considerable height, finally attained
an advantaeeous position. Then there
could be heard the quick and sharp
report Of the quick firer on the French
nier. Tne mOaop:~no ss0.ssS..g :ss: 2 se- seyu
moments ~ II the pilot had lost con-
troll and then, fiuttsring like Q wounded
deer on the wing, the machine started
on IN obl5que Night downward, hnally
scysshing y earth 4
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
Garrison Protests to Hunt.

Washington, Oct. Il. - Secretary
Garrison today telegraphcd Governor
Hunt of Arizona. that the dispatch of
state militia to Naco or to Douglas.
as proposed by the governor. would
greatly complicate the situation at
those places ssagd that the United
States forces there are ee.now doing
everything, that shot:!s.Sa5e. yacpe to pyo-
tect American dives lalsd property from
the danger to which they arc now eN-
posed by the fighting Mexicans across
the line. short of actually invading
Mexico. He advised the governor TO
use his influence to prevent Arizona
citizens from exposing themselves to
danger
Secretary Garrison's message fol-
lows:
L have Just received Your telegram
of Oct. Is. We have at the present
time at Naco. .AriZ. fourteen troops of
cavalry and two machine gun compan-
les. General Bliss reports to me that
If the local influential men of Naco
will help allay the excitement it will
greatly aid III handling a delicate situ-
alton. One of the greatest embarrass-
,nents arises from the activity of the
Inhabitants of Naco. Ariz.. and of sur
rounding places who attempt to get
near the boundary line to observe the
fighting.
Doing All Possible Says Garrison.
I'VE are ding everything short of in
vading Mexico and driving the combat
ants away by force. Additional troops
would be OF no use in doing what it is
proper for US To do under the circum-
stances. Were YOU TO send state troops
to Naco it would. only nave the effect
of com plica ting the situation. 1t would
also introduce the. peril which arises
out OF divided Responsibility. An ILL
considered move on our side may pre-
cipitate an armed conflict between the
American forces and the Mexican with
ultimate consequence es that no one can
foresee. j feel YOU should give the
gravest consideration TO the RESPONSE
bility YOU assume in this respect before
YOU determine to do 50.
Il can assure you we are giving con-
stant and sympathetic consideration to
the situation and doing everything we
can. short Of enga ging in hostilities.
The president concurs with what is
said herein
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
GERMAN CLAIMS DISPUTED.
French Official Report Makes Fla
Denial Of Loss Of Two Divisions.

French Official Report Makes Fla,
Denial Of Loss Of Two Divisions.
Paris, Oct. 14.-The following off
cial announcement was given out ir
Paris this afternoon:
I'm the Belgian field of operations
there were some encounters during the
nights of Oct. 12 and Il, and durine
the day OF Oct. IL about Ghent
French and English troops have occu-
pied Ypres
First: On our left wing as far as
the Disc the operations are developing
normally
Second: On the center previous
reports of the progress OF our armies
in the region of Berry -au-Bac have
been confirmed.
Third: On our right wing there il;
nothing new.
False News Denounced.
While it is not our custom to re-
ply TO the Inaccuracies of the Ger
man press. it SENS to us proper to de-
nounce the false news published in
certain German newspapers concern
ing the pretended destruction Of two
divisions Of French cavalry. This in
formation is absolutely erroneous The
troops have been engaged several days
along the front at Labassee, Estaires
and Bailleul. The German cavalry sue
ceded in making a very slight advance
between the canal of Labassee and the
Lys. but they were obliged to draw
back in the territory north of the Lys.
The losses sustained by the Ger
man cavalry are assuredly as percepti-
BILE as our own. One of The German
divisions suffered particularly because
it was pursued during one entire day
by our aviators, who did not cease to
throw bombs on the German troops.
Inaccuracies Disclosed.
Another case is the fact that the
Germans announce they are undertake
ing the investment of Verdun In this
instance also to learn the truth it is
sufficient to refer to the situation as
set forth on several different occasions
in the French official communications
The Germans have not succeeded
up to the present time in hurling them
selves against the fortified position at
Verdun. They have, however, made
two futile efforts to envelop at a con-
sidreable distance the French forces
which are operating around Nerdun.
One of these efforts was characterized
by their attempt to go thru the Ar
gonne forest between Binarville and
Varenne. 1t will be recalled that this
movement failed. with very important
losses. We did not even announce at
the time that two German battalions
had been annihilated in this engage
ment.
Second Movement Fails.
"The other enveloping movement on
the part of the Germans. undertaken in
much greater numerical strength, was
directed toward crossing the Meuse
in the region of st. Mihiei. If the Ger
mans succeeded in reaching this river
on the front between Maizey and
Chauvoncourt all their efforts to adj
vance farther resulted in failure.
These German forces found themselves
caught on the flank by detachments
Of our troops which advanced from
the south to the north thru the south
ern section of the heights of the Meuse
and from the southern section of the
Woevre district"
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
NO MARKET FOR COTTON
Exports During First Two Months Of
War Fall OFF More Than 100000
Bales as Compared With Same
Period Last Year.

washington, Oct. i4.-Some idea OF
the extent to which the Gotten grow
ing industry has suffered as a result
of the European war was disclosed
today ina census bureau report show
ing that for the first two months Of
the cotton year exports fell OF more
than 100000 bales. compared with the
same period last year.
Domestic consumption of cotton dur
ing the same period decreased more
than $4,000 bales. Imports of foreign
cotton, however Increased 42,4o4 bales.
having been brought from abroad.
compared with 1924 bales last year,
Egypt sending 1924 bales of 3,6SS
bales more than a year ago.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
BEER TAX is RATIFIED.
Levy Raised rs Cents a Barrel and
Senate Gives Approyal.

washington, Oct. 14.-The senate
yesterday ratified without protest the
increased tax of rs cents barrel on
beer. the first item IN tho war tax
revenue bill.
The senate also agreed withou, a
roll cal Ito taxes of cents gallon
on rectiiied whisky. 81 a thousand OH
bank capital and surplus and the
amendment eiini:ssa .!:.ss taxes on gas
olene and life insurance. Some Of the
proposed stamp taxes also were ap-.
proved. sections relating to proprie-s
tary medicines express and freight,
tobacco manufacturers and dealer1
and wines being passed over for f0rs
thcr consideration.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
American to Leave Using Tau.

Toxic, Japan, Oct. 14.-It was de-
clared officially in T6aio today that
the American consu! at Ts!ng Tau. w
Il. Peck, and number Of German and
Chinese women and children are to
leave Using Tau tomorrow. This move
is in fulfillment with the arrangements
recently concluded for the removal OF
all remaining non-combatants in the
German position.
An engagement between a German
and a japanese aeroplane took place
over Using Tau yesterday. Neither
aviator was hurt. The German ma j
chine rose to q height of 5000 feet and
disappeared in the clouds.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
Germans Leaving Portugal.

London, Oct. l4--Cahling from Lis-
bon. the correspondent of the Central
News says 1t is reported that the Ger
man minister to Portugal and other
Germans residing in Lisbon are about
to leave for Madrid.
AS a result OF cabinet meetings the
conferences between the leaders of the
various Portuguese parties and the
president of the republic, the corre-
xpondent continues, it has been re-
solved to convoke congress. Friday,
Oct. 16, in order to pass a vote for tho
mobilization of the Portuguese troops.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
MORE CROOKS ARRESTED
Railroad Detectives Raid Camp at
Madrid, Secure Much Loot and Ar
rest Eleven Men-Six Taken to
Tama-severai Hold on vasrancy

Special to Times Republican.
Boone, Oct. 14.-Seven men were ar
rested at Madrid last night as MEM
bers OF the Burns gang, which has
operated in the vicinity OF Tama. con-
Quoting wholesale thefts from the rail-
roads of Tama and iMarshalltown. and
brought here. A half dozen local OF
ficers. with railway special men, made
q raid on Camp .Jeffries near Madrid.
arrested the men and recovered large
quantity OF overcoats shoes. suits OF
clothes, etc. stolen from Tama. The
men were taken to Tama with the ex-
ception OF one old man. Pat Connally.
aged 81 years. None of the men ar
rested would talk.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
FEDERAL COMMANDER ON BoRD-
Err MAY CLASH WITH ARi-
IONA AUTHORITIES.
THREAT OF GOVERNOR TO
SEND TROOPS FRoWNED UPON
Colonel Hatfield Says M'itiamen Look
Just Like Ordinary citizens-secre-
tary Garrison Sends Teiesrsm to
Governor Hunt Asking Him to Alter
Plans.

Naco. Ariz., Oct. 14.--When Informed
that Governor Hunt had ordered the
Arizona state militia to be prepared to
proceed to Naco at any time. Col. c. a.
p. Hatfield, commanding tie United
States cavalry brigade on border duty.
said he would keep niit:amen out of
the danger zone, the same as any
other nom resident civilian. There was
no fighting last night belsEeen the at
tacking forces of Governor Maytorena,
of Sonora, and the Carranza garrison
of Naco, Sonora. ~
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
GERMANS TO ATTACK sELFoRT.
Preparing to Lay Siege to Almost I'M
preqnahle Fortress

London, Oct. IA dispatch to the
Central News from Copenhagen says:
According to Berlin dispatch re-
ceived here the Germans are preparing
to lay siege to Belfort with as large a
force as possible. Almost the entire
civil population has left the city
Belfort is an almost impregnable
fortress in France Just across the AL
satan border opposite Mueif1ausen. In
the Franco-Prussion war it withstood
siege for more than three months.
The town has population of about
$4,000.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
Germans Lose Heavily.

London. Oct. IA dispatch to the
Rueter Telegram Company from Os-
tend under date of Oct. II, says:
Following violent engagements near
Quatrecht and Nellie more than 500
Germans were killed and large num-
bers of others wounded. French mar
inc fusiliers charged with bayonets and
took 400 German prisoners. The en-
enly was obliged to retire in the direc-
ton Of Oregon. The battle began
again this morning near Lyde."
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
To Be Turned over to J.p..

Pekin. Oct. 14.-AccOrding to
advices reaching here from Using
Tau, arrangements have been
made for the removal from that
city of r. Peck, the American con-
sui, and ten other nom combatants.
The transfer of these people to the
japanese will be made tomorrow under
a white flag.
1t is understood that the lombard
ment Of Using Tau by the Japanese
will begin Saturday, Oct. II.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
German Airmen Drop Boombs.

Nancy, via Paris, Oct. 14.-Three
bombs from German aeroplanes fell
yesterday in the railway station near
the bridge of the Rue de Mon Desert
in the southwestern part Of the city.
The bombs struck first class pas
senger coach. cut the telegraph wires
and injured three persons.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
PORTUGAL ENTERS wa!n! wa!n!.
UnoffiolaIly Reported That Dselara-
ton Of HostiIities Against Germany
Ha. Been neciarsd-asrn,an OIL
ciaIs Leaving Lisbon.

London, Oct IA Central News
dispatch from Madrid says. 1T 10 re-
ported from Lisbon that Portugal has
declared war against Germany. Tho
message is published in Madrid with
all reserve, as 1t lacks reservation
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
Ereneh General Killed !.

London. Oct 14.-The Exchange
Telegraph Company has given out a
dispatch from Paris saying General
Marcot. former governor Of the mill
tary school Of ST. Cyr. and one of the
best known Of the French generals,
has been killed in the fighting in the
neighborhood of Arras.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
German. oeeupy chent.

The Hague. via London, Oct. 14.-Ac-
cording to a special dispatch to the
Avondpost, no fewer than $4,000 Ger
mans are in Client. Many of them,
however are leaving in the direction
OF Bruges. A German officer is quoted
as saying that Ostend was the object
of the German advance.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14

where 1000 more have been given quar- \
ters. Arrangements were made today
for lodging a large number of the refu :.
gees in the Earl's court exhibition
buildings, but it is expected these
buildings will be speedily filled.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
Bryan Seeks Information n, /,

Washington. Oct. 14.-Secretary
Bryan today telegraphed the Brazilian
minister at Mexico City for informa-
ton concerning the seizure of the
tramway system. Senator stone, OF
Missouri, had taken to the state de-
partment kilograms from constituents $
interested in the property.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14

embassy here. received today the fol-
lowing dispatch from Petrograd;
"a battle has begun on line ex-
tending from the country around War
saw, along the rivers Vistua and San,
10 Przemysl and further 10 the south
To the river Dniester.
IN East Prussia tine situation re-
mains unchanged"
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14

- Sv..:-;s e Extremist ESSs,c..sT,,ss.
When taken to police headquarters
Proud said that his home was in
heaven He II believed to be. from
Chicago.--Baltimere Sun.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
BELGIAN OFFICIALS At AAvRE.

Given Enthusiastic Reception by Popu-
lace Of City.
London, Oct. IA Reuter- dispatch
from Havre says the members OF the
Belgian government arrived in Havre
at s o'clock Tuesday evening and were
received by the minister of marine and
the local authorities. Military honors
were rendered the Belgians and the
populace gave them an enthusiastic re-
ception.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
PAGE ONE.

rlSlnS temperature.
PAGE ONE.
TeIegraphic News:
Allies Prepare For Battle on Left
Wing.
British Navy May Have Chance to
Fight.
Airships Show Value In War.
Portugal said to Have Declared war.
Carranza Seizes Mexican Railroad.
Bombs Exploded In New York
Churches.
PAGES TWO, THREE AND FOUR.
Iowa News:
Chicago Tribune Says Cummins viii
Win.
Boy and Woman Arrested For Mel
lott Murder.
Profited Little by Crime.
Mighty Forces Line Up For Rate
Fight.
District Club Women to Meet.
TO Train Phone Workers.
Sentiment Divided Over Vocational
Schools.
PAGE FIVE.
Story:
The Last Shot.
PAGE SIX.
Editorial:
The F'ranked Speech
Making National Shrines.
Rowley Has Seen the Light
The Vision of Permanent Peace.
Topics and Iowa Opinion.
PAGE TWELVE.
Markets and General:
Shet Bulls Score on Liverpool Rise
Corn Hardens Because of Wet Wea-
ther.
Hog Market Turns Strong.
Cattle Trade Steady.
Marshall Usurps Senate Powers.
PAGES SEVEN, NINE, TEN, AND
ELEVEN.
City News:
Court Urges More Care in Jury So
lection.
New Norwegian Church Dedication
Nov. %.
Viaduct Hearing Notices Being Pre-
pared.
C. G. w. Sued For Personal Injury.
General and Brief City News.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
FLEEING FROM osrEhp.
Great Rush Of PsopIs 20 Take Passage
70 England,

Great Rush Of PsopIe 20 Take PAoea0e
70 England.
London, Oct. 14-So great 10 the de-
mand for passage on steamers from
o.tend that those boats arriving, mt
Folkestone carried no baggage. As
soon as they discharged their human
freight the steamers returned to Os-
tend, where thousands Of Belgian refu-
gees were c!amoring for transportation
to England.
The statements Of some Of those who
succeeded in getting away indicate that
panic exists at Ostend, where crowds
of fugttiyes continue TO arrive. spread
ing exaggerated reports regarding the
proximity OF the German pursuers.
Among today's arrivals at F,olke.
stone and Dover were several hundred
wounded Belgian soldiers It IL likely
that their number will be considera bly,
increased in the next few lays. They
are being looked after by the relief
committee for woundci ellies and are
being sent in small bodies to different
provincial cities and towns, where ar
rangements have been made to provide
them with hospital accommodations.
1t Is estimated that already nearly
1901 900 Belgian refugees have landed
on these shores. 1t is feared that the
stream of fugitives will increase in
volume as the German occupation OF
Belgium becomes more complete.
Herbert Louis Samuel, president Of
the local government board. today is
sued an appeal asking that committee
be formed in various parts OF the coun-
try to assist in obtaining food and
.I~ttnr fn,.r tho afra npnpo md N hnIn
find homes in which they may be
gees already have been distributed
among homss IN different parts Of the
copn1f vent has provided
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
ouakes Felt at KINGSTON

Kingston, Jamaica, Oct. IA Sc
we're earthquake was felt at e:15
O'Clock this morning, 1t lasted ten
seconds. Two lesser movements fol-
lowed. No damage was reported.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14

Martial Law in Portuguese Congo.
Lisbon, via London Oct. li.-Ac
cording to dispatches from Loena
martial law has been proclaimed thru
out Portuguese Congo.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
T.-R. BULLETIN
NEWS OF THE DAY
The Weather.

Sun rises Oct. 15 at 6:13. sets at
5:17.
1owa--Mostly cloudy In east portion
tonight and Thursday, probably
showers; partly cloudy In west portion
tonight and central portion THURSDAY;
rising temperature.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
cossack. Wing zeppelin Airship.

Cossacks Wing Zcppe!i' Alrship.
! Petrosrad. via London, Oct. IA
patrol of Cossacks, while hid i'll a
forest near Warsaw, brought down a
Zeppelin airship by we'll directed fire.
The crew of the Zeppelin was saved.
The ship itself was not seriously dam
aged and was interned at Warsaw.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1914-10-14
LEmsERe "cHANeEs HANDS"

Austrians Reported to Have Recap.
tured Capital Of GaIicia.
London. Oct. 14-4:16 D. MIN q dis
patch from The Hague the correspon-
dent of the Exchange Telegraph Com.
pany says the Austrian embassy Al
The Hague announces that the Rus
SLAMS have evacuated Lemberg, Galacia
after a severe hght.
Lemberg has been in possession o,
.he D:ssiens .:y alter Il.
beginning OF their Galician campaign.
Dattls Nsar Wsfsaw.
Washington, Oct. 14--Coionel Cole.
jcwski, military attache Of the Rus6lar
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1914-05-02

Have Reduced States Bonded Indebt-
edness s4s7, 900 in Ten Years,
According to Census Report

The bonded Indebtedness of Kansas
decreased from 1901. 900 in 1892 to
$4,000 in 1912. according to figures
Just made public by J. W. Harris, the
director of the census. The floating
debt of the state of S251, 600 in 1892
fell to $4,000 in 1900, when it disap-
peared altogether.
In the case of funds and invest
ments the securities show marked
increase, advancing from S6,695,000 in
1892 to S10,136,oo0 in 1912. The cash
fiuctuated naturally during the period,
ranging from S271, 200 in 1906 to ST.
$4,000 in 1911; in 1912 it was S1,2SS,-
OOO
The sinking fund assets were at no
time suffi to make an appreciable
difference between the debt, less sink
ing fund assets, and the total debt.
The steady increase of populatian
with the decline in the amount of the
debt, less sinking fund assets, reduced
the debt per capita very materially. In
1880 the total debt of Kansas at the
close of the fiscal year, June 80, was
s1,1S2,000; in 1892, it was $1.052,000;
in 1894, it fell to 1888, 900, and in 1912
it amounted to only $4,000.
The population of the state increas-
ed from $4,000 in 1880 to 1.74O,000
in 1912. In 1880 the per capita debt
was 81; in 1892 it fell to $0.74, de-
creasing constantly to S0.17 in 1872
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1914-05-02
SAID BECKER WAS INNOCENT
"Dago Frank" Made Statement to
Sing Sing Warden Before Going
to Death Chair.

Albany, n. Y.-Shortly before ''Dago
Frank Cirofci went to the death
chair in Sing Sing prison he told the
warden, James Clancy, that "Gyp the
Blood" Horowitz, Lefty Louie" Ro-
senberg and Harry WALTON, an inform
er, fired the shots which killed Her
man Rosenthal. for which crime the
four gunner paid their lives.
so far as 1 know, Becker had moth
ing to do with this CASE the gun
man also declared. 1T was a gam
bler's fight
Cirof1ci said he was five miles away
at the time. the crime was committed,
and Whitley Lewis" Seidenshner, al
though present at the scene of the
shooting, did not fire any of the shots.
Cirof1ci made no attempt, however,
to deny that he was included in the
original plot to Stay Rosenthal, even
admitting that two nights before the
gambler was slain, he went with other
gangsters to look for their intended
victim.