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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07

Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Bilodeau have re-
turned to their homei n this city. after
having been in Boston and vicinity for
a few days of the past week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07

Christmas sale at No. IL Spruce
street. Open every afternoon and eve
ming this week. Prices very reason
able.-Advt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07

Calanthe Lodge, No. 50, K. of P,
will hold its regular meeting next
Wednesday evening with work in the
rank of Page.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07
LOCAL BRIEFS
telephone 1856

Chester A. Fuller has returned home
after a trip of a few days in Boston
after Christmas goods.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07
ADJUSTMENTS
CITY HALL
Lure of Footlights too Strong for
Somnes.-Even Lack of Spanish
Could Not Keep Star off Mexico
Stage.

Mr.. Geo. c. Somnes will play leading
comedy parts in the four complete
one-act plays to be given tomorrow
evening. Dec s, at city hall by Ben
Greet's famous Comedy Players Com
pany.
During the fail of 1911. this no d
actor suddenly decided that vacation
was due him, and on the spur of the
moment left New York for Mexico.
Why Mexico was decided on he cannot
to this day supposedly because he
had friends there.
At any rate he arrived eventually al
Mexico City, not knowing a word of
Spanish. Although there for L rest,
the lure of the footlights was soon too
much for him, and before he knew it
he was knee deep in Spanish studying
for dear life.
1t was not long before he was ready
for a debut, and became a prominent
member of the leading company, play
ing the most of the winter.
On the first nights appearance he
received a deluge of flowers after the
first act. When this was repeated after
the second act he thought that tre-
mendous hit had been made and Won
dered where so many flowers could
have been obtained. Imagine his sur
prise and feelings to later find that
it was the custom of the stage door
"Johnnies" of Mexico City to go calmly
back of the stage and receive the bou-
quets they had thrown so as to have
them ready for fresh assault after
each act.
Mr.. Somnes was until recently a dis
tinguished member .of the William
Faversham Company. The critics gen.
orally gave Mr. Somnes the credit of
sharing equal honors with the famous
Mr.. Faversham, several prominent
writer's claiming that he surpassed the
hero in the limeIight of favoritism by
his cleverness.-Ady.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07

Mrs. Harry Bridges of Augusta is
visiting Mrs. j. R. Foulkes.-Guidford
letter in Piscataquis Observer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07

F. L. Hersey's shoe repairing service
guarantees prompt, efficient service
and highest class workmanship.
apr7dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07
"The Man on the Box" Today Present
ed BY Empire Stock Co. at Usua
Prices, Matinees 5 and 10 Cents
Evenings, 10, 20 and few at 80 cents


Today NJ. A Brewer and Viola Breen
with able support from members of
Empire Stock Co.. will present Amer
ica's best comedy entitled The Man
on the Box" dramatized by Grace
Livingston Furniss from the book by
Harold McGrath. Positively the biggest
play the Stock Co. has presented and
as three of this company have played
parts with road shows presenting this
famous comedy at 81 and $1.50, it is
reasonable to expect excellent per-
formances Monday. Tuesday and
Wednesday and the little prices places
1t in reach of everybody.
Selected moving pictures projected
before each stage performance.
Two shows daily at p. M. and Z
p. M. Matinees and 10 cents; eve
nings 10, 20 cents, few at 80 cents.
Phone 100 for seats.-Adv.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07

Christmas novelties, table linens.
towels handkerchiefs, neckwear and
aprons at Lottie S. Safford's, Ill State
street. dec3dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07
RANGE CONTEST CLOSE
IN THREE DISTRICTS

The standing of the contestants in the
first. third. and sixth districts of the
Journals Range Contest is close In the
fifth district. in which there are the
largest number of contestants, the con-
testant in first place has the longest lead
of all, though there are four other con-
testants in the districts who have enough
votes to justify them in making a hard
fight for the lead during the remaining
days.
In the first, third and sixth districts
there is opportunity for the contestants
in second place to finish very close to the
winner and il would not be surprising to
see the contestant in second place in one
of these districts at the head of the list
on the last day. There is surely an in
teresting contest in each Of these three
districts and whoever the winner is she
will be justified in priding herself on
winning close and hard fight for the
prize with worthy contestants pressing
ali the way.
The contests in the four districts that
developed contests according to the rules
published on the opening day now stand
as follows:
Mrs. Florence NJ. Black, Augusta. .l5S,300
Mrs. Ray A. Sanborn, Augusta. 49,. $500
Mrs. Elmer B. True, Augusta....... 100
Miss Lima Holt, Fairfield .-........... Is, 400
Mrs. Chas. Badger. Oakland ......... $500
Mrs. Myra NJ. Chandler. Waterville $3.50
Mrs Leonard Barber. Readfield. 1854 500
Mrs Geo. A. Stoddard, Belgrade. 1880
Mrs. Philena NJ. Burbank, Itch
Held vr,, iS1 s90
Carrie A. Bisbee, East Winthrop, q 900
Mrs Winnie Stevens. No. Belgrade. SOD
Mrs. Zylphia Howard, winthrop. i,2W
Nrs NJ T.. Hall. Head Tide g. 800
Nell Doe Nassalboro.. s............. To- $40
Mrs. Annie e. Erskine. Newport. 4SVo
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07
LOCAL NOTICE

Wanted amateurs at Augusta Opera
House for next Wednesday night. APP
ply at box office. dec5d4t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07
Cheap Coffee Is a
Poor Investment.

There's plenty of it
but don't buy 1t. Pay trihe
more and get your moneys
worth. You get real coffee
when you buy our
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-12-07

Total,
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
BY BERNARD BELLANCOURT.

BRUSSELS, Aug. 20.-Hundreds Of
wounded Belgians were pouring in last
night. They say the Germans are
showing almost superhuman bravery
under the fire directed upon them by
the Belgian artillery, and that their
advance is Irresistible.
The city is hard pressed to care for
all the wounded and refugees that
have arrived here since Monday. Many
of the stores have been closed and it
is difficult task 10 obtain supplies for
the needy.
The roar of artillery can be plainly
heard here. The fighting is going on
tonight and the flash Of German
searchlights can be seen on the sky.
The censor forbids my sending any
information concerning the movements
Of troops, but il is certain that q big
battle is in progress.
The general impression is that there
will be no effort 10 concentrate the
Belgian troops for a defense OF Brus-
sells as the lack of strong fOrtifica-
tions would prevent any effective reply
to a German attack
Belgian officers who have just ar
rived from the front say that the po-
sition OF the allies is most favorable
and that everything is turning out In
the manner anticipated.
It is still claimed officially that the
forts at Liege are holding out. a
manufacturer at Liege who arrived
here today after a journey OF five days.
mostly by foot, said that the Germans
had levied a war tax OF fifty million
francs (s1O, 900, 0OO) on the province
OF Lege.
Belgium Issues Statement.
An official communique issued BY
the Belgian war Office today admits
that the German army is gaining
ground. The statement follows:
AT the present moment the general
situation in the Belgian theater OF
war is:
After il had lost a great deal OF
time, a large number OF men and a
great quantity OF materials, the Prus-
sian army managed 10 gam ground on
both banks Of the Meuse up 20 the
line where il is In contact with the
allied armies.
The German troops on the north
side Of the Meuse belong 10 various
corps whose operations have been
principally directed against Liege and
who in the course OF time became
available in other directions.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
BY HERBERT TEMPLE.

LONDON, Aug. 2O.-LOuvain, head
quarters of the Belgian army, has
been captured by the Germans, and
King Albert's troops are falling back
before the steady advance OF the
war machine" perfected by Emperor
William. The British forces sent to
help the French troops are engaged
with the enemy. The exact location
of this conflict which is the opening
OF the death grapple in the greatest
battle the world has even known Is
hidden by the censors, but II is be-
lieved to be in the vicinity Of Namur.
1t is expected that Brussels will be
occupied within a few hours by the
Germans.
A dispatch from Paris today said ii
was perSistently rumored there that
the Germans had entered the city al
ready, but early dispatches from the
Belgian capital made no mention OF
this 1t was admitted, however, that
the French and British ministers had
fled from Brussels to escape capture.
A dispatch from Brussels says that
CONTINUED ON PAGE EIGHT)
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20

This may be an inumation that
the forts at Liege have fallen. There
is alao a strong force OF cavalry by
means Of which the Germans have
been able to make a great show by
extending 10 the north and south IN
the south they came into collision with
French troops and were repulsed.
Positions May Change
I'm the north they found an open
road and small portions OF them man
aged TO make dashes for field me
Germans seem 20 have taken the
measure OF the Belgian position, but
that they should have lost a fortnight
in attaining this result IS all 90 the
honor Of our arms
1T may have incalculaDle cOnse-
ouences for the issues Of operations.
According 20 the plan OF concerted
action between the allies there may be
changes in position in order 70 effect
q change in tho general situation.
Fighting is going on along the
frontier from Basel 70 Dtest. Ihe
fighting that has taken place az the
front during the last few days has re-
suited in making the enemy more CIR
cumspect and is delaying his forward
march 10 great advantage 20 the whole
scheme OF operations.
we have not been beaten but are
making arran gements 70 beat the en-
emy in the best conditions. The pub
lie should place all trust in the COM
mander Of the army and remain calm
and confident. The outcome Of the
struggle does not appear doubtful
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
KAISER CASTS DIE FOR
STRUGGLE WITH JAPAN
Refuses Ultimatum and Japan
eSe Ambassador Leaves Ber-
lin-HoIIand is Worried.

LONDON, Aug. 20.-Germany has
cast the die for war with Japan. An
official dispatch from Berlin via Rot
terdam says that Germany has re-
iected the Japanese ultimatum de-
manding the surrender OF KiaO-Chau
20 China a Copenhagen dispatch
states that the Japanese ambassador
10 Germany has left Berlin.
Holland Is worried lest the Japan
csc war on Germany involve some OF
the Dutch possessions in the orient
Several officials today discussed just
what line OF action Holland should
take 10 protect its far eastern hold
ings IN case Japan was attacked by
Germany.
4 German aviator was fred on by
Dutch frontier guards at Oestburg.
ZeR land. today. and was forced 20
descend. lie was disarmed.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
POLISH IN AUSTRIAN
ARMY TURN MUT|NEERS
Shoot Down Own Officers and
Take City-RepuISe is Fol-
lowed by RepriSaIS.

ST. PETERSBURG, Aug. 20.-The
Novoe Vremya today confirmed re-
ports of the mutiny in the Austrian
army. Dispatches received by the
newspaper from Kief say Czech resi-
dents OF that city have received let
ters from relatives IN Bohemia alleg-
ing the Polish troops shot down
their officers shouting down with
Emperor William" down with Aus
tria," and long live Russia"
Some Of the letters stated that the
city Of Prague was in the hands Of
the mutineers for one whole day. The
Austrians however. having gathered
reinforcements, reentered the city the
next day and INDUCED in reprisals
Women and children were shot
down, and every Czech caught in the
streets was killed" the dispatch
stated. "Austrians pillaged the shops
and destroyed the finest city monu-
ments. These acts brought a new
mutiny a few days later. which the
Austrians finally overcame. Then they
INDUCED in further outrageous re-
prisals The Russian consul was
executed, according TO one report"
The main MOntenegrin army has
been made an army corps in the Ser
Wan army and has invaded Heron
zovia near Trebinje, according to a
report that reached here today. The
Albanian troops are reported NOV
ing forward with great speed, already
occupying Fiera-
A dispatch from San Giovanni to-
day states that the French fleet in
conjunction with the MOntenegrin
forces bombarded the Austrian port
of GattarO. on the Dalmatian coast
all day Tuesday and Wednesday. One
fort was completely destroyed and
others rendered useless.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
CALL GONCLAVE TO
NAME SUCCESSOR
TO PAPAL THRONE
Sacred College Expected to
Convene Soon Despite Hos
tiIitieS in Europe-WiII Ask
Safe Conduct for Cardinals.
BY BREXTON ID. ALLAIRE.
STAR Correspondent.1

ROME, Aug. 2O-Despite the war
in Europe. it is hoped in official cir
cles of the vatican that hOstilities,
gigantic as they are, will not inter-
fere with the holding Of the conclave
for the election OF a successor to the
late Pope Plus X. The sacred col
lege Will we convened as soon as pos
sible and already its members
throughout the world are being sum-
mOned 10 Rome for the highest offic-
ial function of the Roman Catholic
church.
Governments Of the European
countries now at war will be asked
10 give a safe conduct to the cardin-
ais who will come here to take part
in choosing the next wearer of the
triple crown.
Interest in the successor to Pope
Plus X. centers in the names Of
Cardinal Merry Del Val. Cardinal
delegate to the United States.
Cardinal Jerome Mary Gotti, the ac-
tive perfect Of the propaganda.
Up until the time of his death last
December, Cardinal Rampola, arch
priest of st. Peters, was generally
viewed as the most probable success
sor TO Pope Plus X.
May Name Foreigner.
Although there is a tradition that
the pope must be an Italian, the be-
lief was expressed today that the
COnclave OF cardinals might select the
next sovereign pontiff from among
the foreign cardinals. In this con-
nection the name of Cardinal William
Van Russum. the archdiocese of
Utrecht, the Netherlands, was men
toned
The conclave when it comes to
take place, Will be Of peculiar inter
est to the United States for it will
be the first time that this country
will be represented at a papal cleo
tion by three members of the sacred
college Cardinals John Farley of
New York; James Gibbons of Balti-
more, and William II. O'Connell OF
Boston. Cardinal Farley, who, is in
Switzerland, has already been sum-
moned TO Rome by telegraph.
From time to time 1t has been
written that there is a possibility
that an American might be elevated
10 the chair of St. Peter. but it must
be remembered that Italian influence
is still paramount in the councils of
the church
COnfers With Secretary of Cardinals.
While he rested upon his bed, still
conscious and master of his facul-
ties. the pOntiff asked 10 be allowed
10 confer alone with Mgr. Rosa, who
will be secretary Of the cOnclave of
the cardinals. The two remained I'm
conference for nearly half an hour.
when the pOpe's breathing became
so difficult that the attending phys
icians had TO put an end to the talk.
Although Cardinal Merry Del Val
IS considered by some to be a strong
candidate, there have been few, II
any instances where the pontifical
CONTINUED on PAGE EIGHTY
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
JESUIT HEAD FOLLOWS
Pope Plus IN DEATH
Father Wernz, Known as the
"BIaCk Pope" Dies in Rome
Ten Minutes After Pontiff.

ROME. Aug. 20.-Father Francis
Xavier Wernz, head OF the order of
Jesuits, and known as the black
pope" died here at $50 this morn
ing. 10 minutes after the death Of
Pope Plus y
The death Of Father Wernz who
was 72 years old. came suddenly. al
though IL was known that he has not
been in the best OF health for a num-
Der OF years.
The black pope" was on terms OF
intimacy with Pope Plus and the lat
ter's illness depressed him.
Father Wernz was elected TO his
high Office on Sept. S. 1906. at a con-
CONTINUED ON PAGE EIGHTY
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
FRENCH INVASION
MEETS CHECK IN
ALSACE- LORRAINE
Vile is Retaken by Germans
After Fierce Battle and
New Traps and FortifiCa-
ti0nS Are Discovered.
SEDAN MAY SOON BE SCENE
OF A DECISIVE CONFLICT

PARIS. Aug. 2O.-Sedan, where
the army of Emperor Napoleon III.
was crushed by Won Moltke's forces
in 1870, may soon be the scene Of a
decisive conflict
The German troops advancing to-
ward France east of Namur have
reached the line between Dinant and
Neuchateau, according to an Off
daI statement issued here today.
Neuf Chateau is about 20 miles from
Sedan. The war office also announces
the recapture OF Muelhausen by the
French troops who recently took this
important town in AIsace-Iorraine
and then withdrew when attacked by
the Germans. and took up a more adj
vantageOuS position. Fighting has
been going on for several days, but
late Wednesday the Germans were
compelled to retreat and the French
again occupied the town.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
BY FRANKLIN p. MERRICE

PARIS, Aug. 2O.-Determined re-
sistance by German troops has check
ed the advance OF the French right
wing into Alsace-Lorraine The war
office admitted today that the town Of
Vile had been recaptured by the Ger
mans, who had thrown up fortifca-
uonS before the French invaders.
The war office last week announced
that capture OF Vile was important
and an attempt was made today TO
minimize its value. sharp lighting
took place therefore before the French
were driven. German Uhlans charged
bravely in the face Of the withering
fire OF the French artillery and finally
succeeded in occupying the town.
An official statement issued by the
war Office says:
Our soldiers fought with great
bravery at Vile. Despite the over
whelming force Of Germans attacking
them they held out for four hours. but
finally retired In good order"
French aerial scouts cooperating
with the troops that invaded Alsace-
Lorraine, reported today that between
Metz and Strassburg strong fortifica-
tions have been erected and heavy ar
tillery placed to sweep the open spots.
Germans Set Trap.
The fOrtificatiOns form an angle
with the point toward the north. the
evident purpose OF the Germ ans being
TO set a trap in which the French
CONTINUED ON PAGE EIGHT)
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
GERMAN CRUISERS SOLD TO
TURKEY BADLY DAMAGED

CONSTANTINOPLE, Aug 20. -
Merchant steamers arriving here re-
port that the two cruisers sold re-
Gently by Germany TO the Turkish
government are in a damaged condi-
tiOn. The Breslaus tunnels are
badly smashed and the Goeben shows
evidence of having been hit near the
water line by a projectile.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
BOAT AND YACHT
DESTROYED FOR AU USTRIANS

ROME. Aug. 2O.-Signor Ciccotti
member OF the Italian house II
deputies. telegraphed here today fol-
lowing his arrival on the east coast
from Delmatia that a torpedo boat
and an Austrian yacht had been sunk
near SebenicO and the waTships of
the allies had captured four Austrian
steamers in the Adriatic. He stated
also that the Austrian fleet was in
three divisions. one at Pola- the sec
ond at SebenicO. and the third az
RaguSa
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
OLD MEN AND YOUNG BOYS
GUARD CITY OF BERLIN

LONDON, Aug. 20. - Hardly an
able-bodied German remains in Ber-
lin and the city is guarded by old
men and boys, according to some
Chinese physicians who reached here
today from Berlin via Rotterdam.
Every man that could bear musk
cts has gone TO the 'front.'" the doc
tors said.
1.-THE bridges are guarded by boys
less than 10 years old, who stand
with fixed bayorets.
"The FriedichtraSse bridge was
damaged about two weeks ago by a
Russian bomb"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
GERMANS POUR INTO BELGIUM.

MAESTRICHT, NetheTlandS Aug 2O-ThOuSandS Of German
troops have been pouring into Central Belgium for than SO
hours They began passing by Came and Eban south of Maeth
Tuesday night still proceeding The forces mainly in
antry artillery the their march proceeding with
out opposition their advance has been completely cleared
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
PASSES EXAMINATION.

INDIANAPOLIS. Aug. 20.-Thomas
James Dehey. 2O7 <. Scott ST.. South
Bend. successfully passed the license
examination this year before the state
board OF medical registration and eX-
mination. IL was nnounced tOday.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
BERLIN Via Copenhaoen and London). Au

BERLIN, (Via Copenhagen and London), Aug. 20 -
Once in possession of the Belgian capital and the city of
Antwerp that Germany intends to the British channel
possible and carry the into English territory prac
tcaly certain An attack from the air with Antwerp the base
of operations appears to be the plan
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20

ANTWERP Aug. 2OGeman cavalry attacked the BeganS IN
the outskirts of Antwerp today They driven back according
an official announcement which says that the enemyS cavalry
was also repuSed at TurnhOu and HeTenthaS
The official announcement adds
inflicted number of wounded nave
been to the military hospitals The situation continues excellent
for at Antwerp
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
ALBERT s TROOPS
RETREAT BEFORE
WILHELM s GUNS
Headquarters of Belgian Army
Falls Into Hands of Enemy
Evacuated to Save City
From Destruction.
LEAD ALBERTS TROOPS

LONDON, Aug. 2O.-The
war office today officially denied
that the British expeditionary
force is in the Franco-Belgium
fighting line.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
THREATENS BRITISH COAST.

THE HAGUE, Netherlands Aug 9.-(Via London Aug 2o)-
That the German campaign plans include the capture OF Antwerp IS
have advanced Tuhou p miles northeast Antwerp and to
Herenha miles the Belgium port Directly south
of Herenthas the Germans reported to be forcing Belgian
troops toward Antwerp
Antwerp regarded practically mpegnabe but the Ger
could capture they would be able to threaten the British
coast.
BRUSSELS Aug 2OLOuvan, from whence King Albert direct
ed the of the Belgian occupied early today by
the Germans The Belgian troops evacuated before the advance OF
overwhelming force Germans after bombdment and
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
Fall Of Brussels Is Imminent And Fighting
Begins On Outskirts Of Antwerp
King Rushes Troops To Res
cue-Germans Pouring Into
Bel GUM By Thousands.
ARMY HEADQUARTERS ARE
SURRENDERED TO ENEMIES

LONDON, Aug 2O-A Brussels dispatch says: Ger
occupation of Brussels imminent The Belgian troops
have left the road to the capital clear"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20
THE WEATHER

LOWER MICHIGAN
AND INDIANA 80 Thun-
iershOwers this afternoon
or tonight. partly cloudy
Friday.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1914-08-20

LOWER