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The Anderson daily intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson, S.C.) 1914-1915, 1914-08-16
NEUTRAL NATIONS
MAY MAKE LOANS
Government Opposed to Float.
Loans TO Nations at
War
(Dy Associated Press }


Warrington, August 15.-7he Unit
Ed States government today announced
itself as opposed to tho floating OF
loans in this country for the cbcncfl,
of any belligcrent European power.
Switzerland. neutral power. inquired
II she might float a loan In the United
5tates and was informed the restric-
Non would not apply to neutral coun-
triec.
]. p. Morgan and Company. ap-
preached by private bankers who
wished to know whether II loan
thould be desired by the French gov
ernment 1t could be fioated In, the
United States announced that 1t would
take no action the state department
nigh disapprove.
The following announcement OF
policy was issued by Secretary Bryan
today at the direction Of President
Wilson:
Inquiry having been made as to
the attitude of this government In
case American bankers arc asked to
make loans to foreign governments
during the war in Europe. the follow
ing announcement Is made:
There is no reason why loans
should not be made to the govern
ments OF neutral nations. but In the
judgment of this nation loans by
bankers to any foreign nations which
is at war is inconsistent with tho true
spirit of neutrality"
This principle represents an ad-
vanced attitude on the part OF tho
nited States on q much mootcd Ques-
tion. Hitherto loans have been float
ed In the United States as we'll as 9TH
er neutral countries for the benefit of
tho belligerents.
International authorities have
agreed that while the ioaning OF money
Ia forbidden to neutral governments
her subjects might engage In the prac-
tice.
Switzerland Wants Money.
DR.. Charles Paul Huebscher, Swiss
charge d'affaires. who had long con-
ference today with Secretary Bryan.
said he had no Information as to the
amount Of money desired by Switzer-
land. He said It was not a govern
mental loan but private banking
transaction. He said Switzerland
nac::o,. :aonoy &c keep hor forces IL
the field to preserve her neutrality
and for her internal needs.
The Anderson daily intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson, S.C.) 1914-1915, 1914-08-16
OF Two Eyjis.

The little boy in this story from
"Touche q Tout" was evidently q
firm believer in the old adage, aOf
two evils choose the less" Turn
ing a corner at full speed he col
lided with the minister.
"Where arc you running to, my
little man?" asked the minister,
when he had regained his breath.
"Homel" painted the boy. "hfa's
going to spank me-"
"WhatP gaspcd the astonished.
minister. "Are you eager to have
your mother spank you that you
run.home so fast P" ..ssiSl1E@ +
NO." shouted the boy over his
shoulder es he resumed bis home.
ward fight, =Dut if I don't get there
before pa, he'll DOT"
4 q
The Anderson daily intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson, S.C.) 1914-1915, 1914-08-16
SAFE FROM HARM !
Foreigners Cannot be Forced TO Leave
United States Against Their Wish.

Washington. August 15.-In answer
to many appeals for Information from
naturalizcd citizens and foreign resi-
dents as to conditions under which
they may be returned to their native
lands for military service, Secretary
Bryan today issued. a abatement say
ing the United States was not party
to any treaties 5undor which such per-
sons might be compelled to return for
m!lite-y service and saying there was
no way In which they might be forced
to Join tho armies 80 long as they re-
main IL the United, States.
The Anderson daily intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson, S.C.) 1914-1915, 1914-08-16
OLD VET RETIRED.
Placed ON Retired List as Brigadier
General.

Washington, Aug. 15.-The senate
today passed bill to place Ideuten-
ant Colonel JANUS l.. Powell, now
tho only officer in the regular army
who served in the confederate side In
the civil war, on the retired list as a
brigadier general.
Among other Confederates who
have been retired as brigadier gen.
erals were General Joseph Weehler
and General Fitzhugh Lee. Powell
was permitted to enter the army as
an assistant surgeon by special act
OF congress In 1879.
The Anderson daily intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson, S.C.) 1914-1915, 1914-08-16
A eame Of Chance.

II suppose" said the stranger with.
In tho gates. "the lid is on all games
of chance in this town."
"DUn't you believe 1t. stranger" re-
Joined the native. 1.-The marriage g.
cense Office ia Still wide open."-Bx.
change.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
GRANT RAILROADS
PER CENT INCREASE

WASHINGTON, d. c., Dec. 49,
The interstate commerce commission
'oday granted the application Of the
eastern railroads for flat increase
ot FIVE per cent freight rates except
on coal, coke, iron, ore and lake and
rail' joint shipments. The increased
revenue will amount to about $780,
o0G,000 TO the railroads, the total
efnount expected being $125, 100000.
Increased rates on cement. starch,
brick. tile, clay and plaster, denied in
the former application, was granted
today under certain restrictions.
Big Victory for Railroads.
This ends the railroads four-year
fight for increase in rates. The COM
mission declared the rates we're in
crensed to relieve the commercial
crisis resulting from the European
war, and scored the railroads for mis-
representing conditions in previous
applications.
1t said: whatever the conse-
quences Of the war may prove to be,
we must recognize the fact that it
exists, and the fact that it is an un-
precedented calamity, and the fact
that it has disarranged the world Of
commerce and thrown it in state of
confusion.
Chairman Harlan wrote the opin-
ion. Commissioner Clements dissent
cd, asserting the advance was simply
u war tax exclusively for the rail-
roads. He doubted the legality of the
increase.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
WAR NEWS FEATURES
1Br ?. N. s.rls,

LONDON, Nov. 21.-(By Mail to
New York. inconvenienes Of
life in the trenches Is vividly dsserib-'
cd by an officer serving with the In
dian contingent. "We had quite .
hard week and rather an exciting one
under shell fire day and night, and
scrapping throughout the day" he
says in n letter to friend here.
1.-TWO hundred yards only separated
ours from the enemy's trenches 20
we had to be constantly on the alert.
Some Of their attacks were rather
feeblue. Our men are pretty good
shots and the Germans did not face
their fire for long. You will be able
to gather Something Of what life in
the trenches Is like when l tell you
that for ten or twelve days we lived
and slept in the clothes in which we
stood.
Shaving and washing were out Of
the question. We did not see soap,
towels, toothbrush, comb or hairbrush
or luxuries of that sort for over a
week; nor used spoon, fork or
knife. except pocketknife. A bit Of
stick makes an excellent substitute
for spoon or fork, and bully beef
is easily dissected with ones fingers.
It Is wonderful how one gets used
to doing without things when in ordi-
nary times one looks on as indispen-
sable.
Tea and coffee tablets and other
things sent out by people at home are
much appreciated luxuries. Chocolate
is great standby, and nut milk
chocolate done up in convenient sizes
was very popular. Some of US re-
ceived most welcome parcels Of tobac-
co and matches, which were handed
around. Matches are great difficult
ty here. 1t is difficult to carry any
thing about except what one can put
in ones pocket or haversack. Every
thing one has, including clothes, gets
ruined. We had good deal Of rain,
and the soil was clayey. so you can
imagine the state to which we were
reduced-mud from head to foot"
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
GOvERNOR-ELECT WILL BE
GUEST AT FORT COLLINS

FORT COLLINS, Colo, Dec. 49,
George A. Carlson, ]. Fred Farrar and
John E. Ramer will be the guests Of
honor at the st. Johns day celebra-
ton in this city on Dec. 2s. They
will be entertained by the Masons Of
the city who are taking advantage of
the festival to pay honor TO the three
men who have just been elected to
high Offices in the Colorado state gov
ernment. The three new officials will
deliver addresses outlining their aims
and hopes while they are state off,
cials. All three are Masons.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
BRAND NEW STYLE
IN COURT EXHIBITS

PUEBLO, Colo, Dec. l8.--A braad
new style in court exhibits was en-
tered in local court few days ago
when two civil engineers brought In
"A wagon load Of mud from the bot
tom Of Lake Meredith and Lake Hem
ry and deposited it on several tables
in the district court. The extracts of
terra firma" were encased in 116 pa
per sacks and an equal number Of
bottles. They are being used in =
controversy over Arkansas river wa
ter rights on which the two irriga-
tion lakes depend for their supply.
Tho Lake Meredith company main
tains that it has shown due diligence
in maintaining its water rights and
that. with considerable effort, 1t has
converted the lake bottom from .
sandy, porous condition to water
tight bottom, by the influx Of mud
and silt.
The opposition formally objected to
the introduction Of the avalanche Of
mud as court exhibit.
"The supreme court never would
admit such mess as this into evil
dence," said Attorney J. B. Voorhees,.
surveying the samples.
II should worry about the supreme
court" responded Allen J. Beaumont,
referee. "But where am going to
put 1t all? Where am I supposed to
lput all these exhibits overnight"
He finally conclude to let them
remain in the court room under lock
and key.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
GERMAN CRUISERS IN RAID.

LONDON, Dec. 1S.-The fatalities
of the raid on Harlepool, Scarborough
and Whitby have reached 125. Five
sailors perishsd in naval engage
ment the British and German war
ships had after the raid. 1t is GER
tain that at least six German cruisers
participated.
Trawlcrs that reached Hull insisted
they saw nine German ships. Mine
sweepers are clearing the waters be-
tween Newcastle and Flamborougn
head and refugees are returning TO
the bombarded towns.
There is no confirmation of the Ber-
lin official report that the Germans
sank two British destroyers and dam
aged another in the bombardment.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
STEAMERS CANCEL sAILINGs.

BGENoS AIRES, Dec. 1s.-The
The British steamers in Pacific coast
ports have cancelled their sailing be-
cause of the danger of meeting the
Dresden. Reports are current to the
effect that the Germans are sending
q rev fleet to the South American
waters to engage the British.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
SPRINGS ELKS WILL HOLD
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

COLORADO SPRINGS, Dec. 1s.-
Colorado Springs lodge Of Elks will
hold q big Christmas entertainment
this year for the children Of the city.
The Colorado Springs and Interurban
Railway company has agreed to fur
nish street cars to take the guests TO
the Antlers hotel and w. s. Dunring.
manager of the hosiery, has donated
the ballroom for the occasion. It is
planned to have the entire member
ship Of the order at the hotel to act
as hosts. More than 800 boys and
girls will attend.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
GERMANS RETREAT.

PARIS, Dec. 1S.-This afternoons
official statement reports the continu-
ed success of the allied offensive IN
Belgium and northwestern France. II
said that at Blangy. five-eighths of
mile of the first line of German
trenches was captured Near Arrar
the British yesterday advanced two
miles. The extent of the allied ad-
yances is increasing daily.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
SHIPS HELD IN STORAGE.

WASHINGTON, D. c., Dec. 49,
Representative Gardner testified be-
fore the house naval committee to-
day that america has a demented
policy of building warships for cold
storage and he listed twelve COM
pleted battleships held in cold stor-
age because we refuse to pay the bill
for manning them"
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
KAISER WILL RETURN
TO FRONT IN FEW DAYS
(By Karl Won wiexand.)

BERLIN, Dec. 1s.--The kaiser
plans to return to the front soon, but
he is undecided whether he will go
eost or west.
Minister Won TroutIer of the kali
ser's personal suite, said: Il am sat
isfed with the kaiser's condition, and
he is improving daily. He has re-
ceived and heard reports from the
various government heads each day.
He will be forced to be somewhat
careful Of his voice, but his hoarsensss
has been relieved. His condition W.
never serious. He plans to return T.
the field In few days."
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
TO STUDY BREEDS OF
THOROUGHBRED POULTRY

GREELEY. Colo, Dec. 1S.-Ths de-
partment Of agriculture Of TIE State
Teachers' college under Prof. With
ineton, is planning for this year some
exclusive work in the study Of breeds
Of thoroughbred poultry and the vari-
ous crosses between those brssds. Il
y realized that pprs hrsd stock IL
often vitistsd By inbrssding far show'
purposes, ard 4 = fsB tAat ~ erosa.
bred fovls, hseauss q tAsir viese.
offsr TIE bsst fssniatisa fes hsilir
ing utility stsaans . "
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

If man wants to be a capable
housekeeper, he can usually find op-
portunity for training in that line.
Who is the worst man, the one who
starts an argument or the one who
drags a third man into the argu-
ment?
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Mesperus School Closes Today.

Ailss Edna Connor, principal, and
Mlss Marie Kolz, primary teacher.
closed a successful school of nine
nollhP duration at Hesperus today.
Two pupils, the Misses Heather,
graduated from the eighth grade and
appropriate exercises were held. A
large number of the Hesperus peo-
pie were present and expressed their
appreciation of the splendid service
the efficient teachers had rendered the
district.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

Mr.. and Mrs. E. V. Campbell de-
parted for Denver this morning as per
schedule. They were still undecided
whether their destination would be
California or Florida, but they will
remain in Denver until after Christ
mas visiting her sister Miss Alice
knight, a former Durango teacher,
who now holds responsible position
in the schools of that city.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
NORWEGIAN STEAMER
SINKS IN NORTH SEA

LONDON, Dec. ls.-The Norweg-
ian steamer Warren struck mine
and sank in the North sea. Grimsby
wires that the crew of twelve and the
British pilot perished Four on board
We're saved,
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

BERLIN, Dec. 19.-The official
statement says that two British de-
stroyers were sunk by destroyers af-
ter the raid. 1t said: "Hartlepool
batteries were silenced and the gas
works was destroyed. Three large
fires were observed from our ships.
We received several hits but suffered
little damage"
Another statement asserts that 1900
French were slain and 1900 were cap
tured between Labassee and Arras.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
400 PERISH BY SINKING OF SHIP

PETR0GRAD, Dec. 1s.-The sink
ing of the German cruiser Friedrich
Karl, during the recent Baltic sortie,
has been officially confirmed. OF the
crew Of six hundred it is reported
ina four hundred perished.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
VICTIM OF BANDIT IS DEAD.

CINCINNATI, Dec. 18.-Patrol-
man Knaul, shot by the auto bandit
yesterday, died this morning, making
the second death as the result of the
bandits activities. The bandit died
as the result of the gun shot wound
he sustained without revealing where
the loot was hidden.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Tax Sale.

The county tax sale held this morn
ing brought about $4,000 to the coun-
~ fund. Among the buyers were 0.
T., Boyle, George Moody, l.. E. Smith
james Pulliam, Frank Eldredge In
vestment company, First National
bank and lockwood & Perkins. The
sale will be continued tomorrow
morning.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

To Remain Until After the Holidays.
Mrs. C. f. Addy, an old time friend
Of Mrs, Taylor Maddox, is in from
the Fort Lewis mesa, and expects to
remain until after Christmas, assist
ing Mr. Maddox in the store.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Cattle shlnmenls.

3NFt'N 0TIIFWtUIH,
Weather conditions permitting Hep
worth Brothers will make large cat
Tie shipment from Mancos Sunday
Stock inspector Ethridge goes to that
point tomorrow to give due attention
70 the brands-the sacred mark from
a oattleman's point of view.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Successful Trip.

Messrs. Davy and Garrison OF the
Durango Film Producing company re-
turned from Montezuma county last
night, where they found ready sale
for the company's stock. The project
is assured and very few months
hence the company will be produc-
ing pictures here.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

A man who smokes has more pipes
than he needs and the average wom-
an has more cook books than she will
need.
Jude johnson is so busy sharpen
ing his lawrmower today he had to
turn down several jobs Of shoveling
snow.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
The Snow Storm.

FHN t'IIWW IEUIItis
Snow commenced falling at an
early hour this morning and the
storm has been continuous through
out she day. The ground is covered
with more than a foot of snow 1t
goes without saying the sleigh sales.
man has the advantage of the auto
folk now.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

Mrs. Charles Idle was between
trains visitor from the Animas valley
today, buying Christmas things.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Filed Motion for New Trial.

Albert Mills, of Ignacio, found
guilty on the charge of slander and
fined $3.50 in the district court, last
evening filed a motion for new trial.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
The Home Corners.

Among the promising young peo-
pie who return from college this week
to spend the holiday vacation are
Miss Charlotte Hanno, of Greeley;
Miss Gertrude Arnold, and the
Messrs Lester Johnson, Roy Marsh
and Arthur Pulliam of Boulder and
Emory Tiffany and Oscar Hanno of
Golden.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Home From Denver.

Mrs. S. M. Biggs is home from n
Omaha, Neb., and Arthur Strom were
Canon City, Denver and Cbama.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Homo from Conversation.

Rev. Charles Burgoon and Dean
+. C. Smith returned last night from
Grand Junction where they attended
a convocation of the clergy of this
diocese. They report very interest
ing, profitable and inspiring meet
ing.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

Mrs. Fred Godfrey is over from
Alamosa having her eyes treated,
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

F. L. Wells, of Fairview, was o
passenger to Aztec this morning.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Departs for Arizona.

Mrs. A. II. Paul and children left
thie morning for their home in Miami,
Ariz., after spending nearly six
norths in the Animas valley with
her mother, Mrs. o. P. Frary.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

Miss Josie Hood is quite well again
and expects to leave Pueblo for home
early next week.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
strom.Swihart NupliaIs.

Miss Mildred Swihart. formerly OF
interes ito their Durango acquaint.-
married in Green River, Wyo., Nov.
25. The wedding was solemnized at
the home of the brides parents and
was quite an event in the city. Mr..
Strom holds responsible position
with the Edholm and Akin Jewelry
company and his young wife is one
of the popular girls Of that section.
The news Of the wedding will be OF
interest to their Durango acquaint-
ances, and all will wish them well.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
District Court.

The case of Mcdonald and Fisher
VS.. the Pine River Canal company
was in progress nearly all day. The
case of Mrs. Eva Montgomery VS.. ].
II. Montgomery, divorce proceeding
was set for late this afternoon. The
charge was cruelty and non support.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

W. S. Pickerell departed for Dem
yer this morning on Masonic lodge
business.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
To Return from Business Trim

Messrs Garrison and Davy of the
Durango Film Producing company are
scheduled to return from Montezuma
county tonight. Mr.. Garrison expects
to leave for New York Saturday.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

F. L. Wells, of Fairview, was q
passenger to Aztec this morning.
Mrs. Charles Idle was between
trains visitor from the Animas valley
today, buying Christmas things.
W. S. Pickerell departed for Dem
yer this morning on Masonic lodge
business.
Alvin Bailey and son were down
from Hesperus last night on hur-
ried business trip.
Mrs. l.. C. Phillips left this morn
ing for Monte Vista to spend the holi-
day season with her parents.
Prospects are favorable for VIII
Phcney to be out of the hospital the
last of the week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Gaibreat'r who have
been visiting her relatives. TIE Cum
has, left for Del Norte today.
George Frary, of the Animas val
ley, transacted business in Durango
today.
Tommie Mullen, the Ignacio pool
hall proprietor, tarried overnight in
our town on combined business and
pleasure trip.
Durango friends learn with regret
of the serious illness of the infant
son of Mr.. and Mrs. Marion Bell, Of
Silverton.
Adam Durtchy, of Silverton, went
over to Dolores this morning to spend
the holiday season with members Of
his family.
Early this forenoon only three
inches of new snow had fallen in Sill
verton and five inches at Cascade. We
had the record beaten by nearly three
inches.
Mrs. M. Moore's condition has not
been satisfactory of late Today her
sister, Mrs. d. Preston Bell, of Silver
ton, was again summoned to her bed
side.
Hubert Wynn is among the popular
Durango boys expected home to
spend the Christmas vacation. He is
a student in the State university at
Boulder.
Miss Mary Rockwood's condition
shows marked improvement. Yester-
day she was able to sit up and It is
expected that she will be out in few
days.
Z. A. Renehan, the Santa Fe at
'"i"Sy wiz ucithueu young SOpity III
the case just tried in Aztec district
court, was guest at the Strater last
evening en- route home.
Mrs. Oscar Adrianson and children
came down from Silverton this morn
ing to spend the holiday season with
Ler raIofivoc tho u,ob,s and A d,;o.,
sons.
Leslie Hubbard, state inheritance
| tax appraiser, is again with us, de-
termining the size of the estates of
those who have passed on. When
newspaper folk die, Mr.. Hubbard's s
business is not increased.
Attorney l.. p Main departed for
Pueblo this morning on his way to
Iowa on a combined business and
pleasure trip. He will pass the holi-
day season with his father, daughter
and sister in Cedar Rapids.
Mrs. Carrie Alexander, of Silver
ton, passed through Durango this
morning on her way to Denver with
Arlo Anderson, who will be placed in
the Clayton school. The lads father
was killed in a mine accident about a
year ago, and his mother is in poor
health.
j. T. Boyer and wife and the lat
ter's son, Claude Cooley, returned
from Aztec last night and left for
their home in Chama this morning.
The young man-was the one acquit-
ted Of the charge of numbering his
cousin, Ed Gilliand, in district court
at Aztec Wednesday.
Mrs. Ora Hoos departed for Denver
this morning, where she will visit her
daughters, Mrs. Traver and Miss Myr-
tie Hood while and then go on to
Laramie, Wyo., for an extended stay
with her youngest daughter, Miss Jen-
ME, who is a teacher in the schools
I L
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21

Program for the w. c. 7. U. Enter
tainment To BE Held At the Presby-
terian Church Tonight at s O'clock.
A piano duet, Misses Vera and
Adonna Wigglesworth.
Bass solo, Prof. Lee Klinefelter.
Recitation, Miss Marie McCulloch.
Male quartette, Messrs. Marsh,
Fairchild, Marsh and Hubbard.
Reading, Mrs. Augusta Klinefelter.
Piano solo, Mrs. Frank Cassil.
Vocal solo, Mrs. F. C. Perkins.
Reading, Mr.. Fritz Wynn.
Bass solo, Prof. Lee Klincfelter.
Piano solo. Miss Geneva Maddox.
Semi-weekly herald., 1914-12-21
Cold Weather Halts Work on the
State Highway.

State highway construction work in
the Pagosa Springs section has ceas-
ed until weather conditions are mere
favorable.