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Evening star., 1914-08-01
DEMOCRATIC SKIES
BRIGHT IN MAINE
CONTINUED from First Pase.)

wealthy man, and by Walter Emerson,
progressive. one of the star orators Of
the state. They say here: "Hinds has
the friends. Scates has the scads and
can swing 5000 progressive votes, the
democrat would win, but the most eau
tious politicians do not expect Kinds to
be defeated.
In the second district McGnlicudy.
democrat. Is declared by democrats to be
Sewall. republican. and Alton Wheeler.
progressive, are opposing him. Tho
Lewiston Journal. a newspaper owned
by the brother of former Representative
law. is supporting the progressive can
didate and bitterly attacking the repub-
lican.
In the third district John c. Peters. re-
publican, who won at oy-election oy
500 in 1913. Is up for reelection. He is
opposed by William r. Pattingali. one OF
the most popular democrats In the state,
and by E. NJ. Thompson. progressive.
The democrats are hopeful OF capturing
this district because Of the support now
of a faction of democrats who. 1t Is said.
caused Mr.. Peters to receive his 500.
They are In line again and working
might and main for Pattingall.
Guernsey Sure Of Reelection.
In the fourth district the democratic
enthusiasm halts and Mr.. Guernsey, re-
publican, it is admitter, will be returned
to Congress.
Col. Roosevelt's course will have vital
effect upon the election, which in any
event promises to be exceedingly close.
II the colonel finds it advisable to come
to Maine and make a record OF standing
by his bull moosers. while he is known
to be putting the soft pedal on them in
Massachusetts and New York, democratic
prospects will be materially enhanced. II
ia thought here that he may do this. I'm
til his attitude is defined, the careful
prophets are not forecasting the outcome
in September.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
PRAY TOMORROW FOR PEACE.
Call for Petition by Worlds Sunday
School Association.

NEW YORK. August Thirty million
members of the Worlds Sunday School
Association. scattered throughout the
world, have been called upon to pray to-
morrow for peace. The call for the peace
prayer was issued by Sir Robert Laid
law, president Of the association. accord
ing to announcement at the organiza-
tion's office here today, and is signed by
him and by H ]. Heinz Of Pittsburgh,
chairman of the executive committee; E.
X. Werner of this city. chairman Of the
central committee and Frank L. Brown
of New York and the Rev. Carey Bonner
Of London, joint secretaries.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
GERMANYS ULTTMATUM TO RUSSIA
REQUIRES CZAR TO HALT TROOPS

peace. To the last hour he has WORKED
! for peace in Europe and he IS sui "oih-
| ing for it.
To Last Drop of Blood.
should all his efforts prove vain and
should the sword be forced into our hands
we will take the field with clear con-
science in the knowledge that we did not
seek war We shall then wage war for
our existence and for the national honor
to the last drop of our blood.
In the gravity of this hour | remind
| YOU of the words of Prince Frederick
| Charles to the men of Brandenburg:
"Let your hearts beat FOR COD ana
your fists on the enemy.
Enthusiastic cheers and the singing of
the national anthem greeted the close OF
| the imperial chancellor's speech.
Demands in German Note.
ROME, August 1.-The Messagero to-
has informed the Italian government that
Germany has sent simultaneous ultlma-
tums to Russia and France.
The German government In its ultima
tum to Russia asked her to suspend her
mobilization within twelve hours.
In the demand sent by Germany TO
France the government at Berlin requires
r
whether in case of war between Germany
and Russia France would remain neutral
The German ambassador to Italy today
also asked to be informed as to Italy 5
attitude in the event of war between Ger
many and Austria-Hungary on the one
side and Russia and France on the other.
The Marquis di San Giuliano. the Italian
foreign minister, said he would reserve
his reply until he had consulted Premier
Salandra.
Italy to Remain Neutral.
According to the Messagero, during
the interview which followed between
the Marquis di San Giuliano and
Premier Salandra. the two Italian
statesmen were in complete agreement
as to the line of conduct to be pursued
by Italy in the present crisis.
The Messagero declares that as it is
not a question of a defensive war on
the part of Germany and AuStria-Hun-
gary, the other two members of the
triple alliance. Italy has decided to con-
fine herself to pointing out to her allies
that her treaty obligations with them
do not oblige her to take up arms in
the present crisis. and that she will
remain neutral The newspaper adds
that it is not certain this neutrality
will last until the end of the war; but
Italy will stand aloof from hostilities
as long as she is convinced that her
interests are not being infringed.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
WEEKLY CIRCULATION STATEMENT.
AFFIDAVIT.

solemnly that the above statement represents
only OF Of THE EVENING AND SUNDAY
STAR circulated during the days ended July 81
number OF copies actually sold, delivered
mailed for valuable consideration to bona
fde purchasers subscribefs-and that the
reprnable do not remain in the ONCE
the OF
agents from whom few returns OF unsold papers
been received.
~ FLEMING NEWBOLD.
Business
The Evening Star Newspaper
District of Columbia,
Subs to before % day Of
AID. 1914.
CORNELIUS ECKHARDT,
(Seal) Notary Public
Evening star., 1914-08-01
BELGIUM TO BE NEUTRAL.
French Minister Notifies Belgian Of.
fetal of Country's Purpose.

BRUSSELS. Belgium. August L.
Antony Klobukowski, French minister
to Belgium, today called on NJ. Davig-
non, Belgian minister for foreign
affairs, and informed him that the
French government would respect the
neutrality Of Belgium in the event Of
war, in conformity with Its previous
declarations.
Should Belgian neutrality be violated
by another power. France. he said.
ures.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
SWISS PARLIAMENT TO MEET.
Will Appoint Commander-in- Chief
for Army of 175,OOO.

BERNE, Switzerland, August 1.-The
Swiss federal parliament has been sum-
moned to meet Monday to consider
measures to safeguard the inde-
pendence OF Switzerland and to ap-
point commander-in-chie OF the
army of 175,o00 men called to colors
by a mobilization order.
The house also will deal with a
measure for the issue OF fve-franc
notes.
Evening star., 1914-08-01

behind the screen which .ell along the
German frontier at about o'clock yes
terday afternoon. Every one supposed
that German mobilization was in prog
ress and that the French government
was taking the proper measures to
meet the situation.
French Calm, But Determined.
Foreign observers long resident in
France were deeply Impressed with the
calm resolution of all classes Of the
French people, who. although they do
not want war. owing to their vivid
realization of what 1t means, appear
convinced that it Is a question Of the
national existence.
Many weddings were performed yes
terday and today, having been hast
ened owing to the prospect of the
bridegrooms having to leave for the
frontier.
The churches were full Of Worship
ers. among them many women.
There have been in Paris no scenes
of martial fervor as in 1870. The troops
have departed without being perceived
instead of marching through the streets
with flags flying and bands playing
amid the cheers of the populace.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
Sues for Limited Divorce,

Mrs. Helen w. Meade has filed suit for
a limited divorce from Alexander B.
Meade. They were married in Mobile.
Ala. November I. 1901, and have one
child. Cruelty and drunkenness are al
legged. Attorney Rice Hooe appears fo
the wife.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
Are You Going Out of
Town This Sumner?

@E sure 70 have The Evening
and Sunday Star fellow you.
- IN most cases The star viii
be 1t the BREAKFAST tabls the .
usxt morning, and always give
al Of the latest nsws from wash
tngtoa Of the day bs1oss. The
address may b changed - fro-
queAfly - desired by g1vi1g tie
old - veil - the new address.
The price Of xhe star By mall
daily end Sunday % % eoaAo 20
101th, IN aAvaAoA
Evening star., 1914-08-01
Signs Appropriation A Bills.

The President this afternoon signed
the sundry civil and Indian appropria-
ton bills. The former contains a great
many items of interest to the District
Of Columbia.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
No kilograms to Germany.

NEW YORK, August 1.-The French
Telegraph Cable Company announced
today that there was little likelihood
of messages for Germany reaching
their destination over it's lines, as all
telegraph wires with Germany had
been cut. Messages to German points
were accepted at the sender's risk.
Evening star., 1914-08-01

arise which would be dealt with by Japan
in the spirit Of the Anglo-Japanese al
lance.
At the German embassy reference
was made to German mention of French
neutrality in her note to the French
government, and II was said that this
seemed to imply that France herself
would not be attacked by Germany.
The usual flood of kilograms from the
continent to London was suddenly
stopped this afternoon. and only a few
isolated messages were delivered. and
these were either belated or lacking
in Importance. Telephone communica-
ton also ceased Communication be-
tween Paris and Brussels was similarly
INF
Evening star., 1914-08-01
Regulars Arrive at Camp.

the nrSt 1ull organization TO arrive
in camp was a company Of regulars
from the Goth Infantry. which came
into camp about o'clock. loaded down
with heavy camp equipment. including
ball cartridges. They came from Cor
louisville, Va. where they attented the
camp Of instruction OF the National
Guard of Virginia.
On the program for tomorrow there
is the notation, Complete details of camp
arrangement" This practically means
diers, and they will have q chance to
visit the nearby resorts. for all of the
details seem to have been completed
by the staff officers and the advance de-
tails which preceded the main body of
troops.
The Signal Corps Company is all
ready now to send all kinds Of signals.
The wireless outfits have been set up.
and yesterday Capt. Oliver c. Terry.
commanding the Signal Corps Company.
assisted in the work Of cutting in"
the press dispatches which will tell
Of the doings Of the District boys in
camp. The government line which sup
plies the weather dispatches to the
signal stations n s.,,,ioas along the &C coast was
of the government This line runs from
the camp grounds direct to the beach
and up the beach to Cape Henry. and
thence to Norfolk. where it connects
Yesterday established his station right
on the ground in the shade Of the tele-
graph pole which supported the end Of
the line. Tomorrow Capt Terry will
supply him with a tent, and probably
signal Corps operators will in a short
time be given chance to work the
The real work of the. encampment
Evening star., 1914-08-01
HERE are 2,442 daily newspapers in
the United States.
Only IS

have circulation of $4,000 or more daily.
The Star is the only paper in Washington in
this class, although it has but one edition
daily.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
Discount at 10 Per Cent.

In regard to the financial situation. the
Bank Of England. which was again
called on to supply an unprecedented
amount of gold. raised its rate today
to 10 per cent. which is higher than 1t
had been since the Indian mutiny. IN
1857 The next highest point was 3
Evening star., 1914-08-01
Would Recall Men in q. s.

Efforts being made by Austria and Ser
via to recall from the United States for
military service the many thousands Of
their citizens who are employed in
American factories. has attracted official
attention, and the question has been
raised whether such activities are being
carried beyond the limits prescribed BY
the neutrality laws.
Evening star., 1914-08-01
WILSON STRIVING
TO AVERT STRIKE
BY CONFERENCES

,con,!aucd from FRS, raseJ
Evening star., 1914-08-01

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Evening star., 1914-08-01
Can Move Vast Armies,

Army officers assert that France. Ger.
many and Russia are each able at any
time to move $4,000 men without delay.
Each Of these nations can put more men
into the field. but this number is always
instantly available. 1t is estimated that
there are from 100000 to 1900 100
trained men in Germany. who have seen
military service and could be called into
service. There are three sets of re-
seryes When these are summoned to
the colors each man knows where he is
TO CO. When he arrives there he finds
Evening star., 1914-08-01

peace To the last hour he has worked
for peace in Europe and he is still work
ing for it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
TWO NEGROES CAUGHT
 BEATING WHITE MAN,
B. R. Baker Held Up and Robbed. Both Negroes Held in Con-
 nectiOn With Crime

Ensley officers last night caught led- handed two negroes in the act of assault- ing and robbing B. R. Baker, farmer of Empire. The affair occurred at Avenue c and Seventeenth street about Il o'clock when, it is claimed, the policemen sud- denly ran across two negroes, one of whom was in the act of beating a white man over the head. Both negroes were arrested by Officers Givens, W. M. Tyler and W. D. White.
 Investigation disclosed that the white man was a farmer of Empire, and that his pockets were turned inside out His skull had been fractured by the blows on the head He was removed to the Hillman hospital by pr. Charles Whelan. in a very serious condition.
 At the Ensley city jail, the negroes gave their names as Ellis Philips, who was standing by with pistol in his hand when the police arrived on the scene of the robbery and Walter Fogg, who ad- mitted to being the negro that was astride Baker, and beating him. The negroes were locked up charged with highway robbery. assault with intent to murder and carrying concealed weapons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
VACANT RES|DENCE7
 DESTROYED BY FIRE
Blaze Was of Incendiary Origin, Says Middleton.
 Damage S4000

Fire of incendiary origin totally de- stroyed the residence formerly occu- pied by Lee J. Beyer. at 1928 Fifteenth avenue, south, about 11:50 o'clock last night. The total fire loss was esti- mated at s4ooo and is said to have been covered by insurance.
 According to Fire Chief Sidney Mid dleton. who had charge of fighting the flames, the blaze was without doubt of incendiary origin as the house was va cant.
 s.It was a vacant house and occupied until a few days ago by Lee J. Beyer and his family said Chief Middle ton, ''and when We arrived on the scene the residence from the basement to the garret was a mass of flames. The intention of the ineendiary was to make good job of it and he did so, as the entire place was gutted and only the walls were left standing. 1 VIII submit whatever evidence of incendiar- ism we can get together to the police department in the morning for inves- tigation."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
WALTER JOHNSON
 MAY JOIN FEDS

Ft Smith, Ark, October 29.-Walter Johnson. Washington American league pitcher, tonight admitted that he is ne- gotiating with Fielder Jones, manager of the St. Louis Federal league team, but declared incorrect reports that he had already signed Federal league contract. Jones met the Washington pitcher last night at Coffeyville, Kan, and it is stated offered him attractive terms. It is expected another confer ence will be held here tomorrow. John son will be in Ft. Smith several days. He is, member of a team touring the south.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
"A WONDERFUL DAY." : SAYS JUDGE GARY

At the conclusion of the American Iron and Steel in- stitute banquet last night, Judge Elbert H. Gary went to the home of Frank H. Crockard, vice president of the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad company, for q few dances before concluding the day.
 "[ want to say that it has been a perfectly wonderful day." said, Judge Gary this morning at 1 o'clock. 1.-The meeting during yesterday was exceedingly interesting and the meeting last night was of great interest. It has certainly been a very fine day. 1 am indeed glad that we came to Birmingham, for the people here have been exceedingly kind to us. The inspection today of the va rious industrial properties I dare say will be of like in- terest. From what I can see this meeting will conclude as one of the best we have ever held"
 Judge Gary, accompanied by Frank H. Crockard, vice president of the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad com pany, left immediately after the banquet for Mr. Crock ards home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
FIGHTING NOW
 IS LESS SEVERE

Amsterdam, October 29.-(Via London, y:20 p. m.J-The Telegraaffs Sluis corre- spondent says:
 Fighting on both banks of the Yser continues. but it is less severe than pre- viously Both sides are resting. The Bel gians have fought above expectations and amid the din of battle their cry of Louvain and 'Termonde' could be heard.
 "A less number of wounded are ar irving at Bruges. Fresh troops are march, ing to the front. A German officer said to the correspondents:
 We cannot do much here, but we must try. The bayonet charges are terrible. We are standing breast deep in water and with the terrible fire of the warships have been attacked from three sides. Many were killed at Middelkerke and the canal water was red with blood
 "The Germans are digging entrench- ments in the direction of Thiele. behind the line of Nieuport-Dixmude."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
FIRST SEA LORD OF BRITISH ADMIRALTY
 RESIGNS POSITION
Continued from Page One,

head of the navy. The Globe, while expressing sympathy for the prince
 whom 1t described as himself the soul of honor but who is the subject of malignant gossip and unfounded sus- picions." asked that for his own sake "no less for that of the nation over whose destinies he now exercises such paramount influence" some authorita
 tive statement be issued of "a nature so emphatic and so unqualified as to remove forever every cloud of doubt and to silence every breath of rumor'
 The princes defenders quickly re- piled with the record of his services and those of his family to England. His nephew, Prince Maurice of Bat tenberg, was the first member of the royal family to be killed in the war
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
AMERICAN LEAGUE
 IN SPECIAL MEETING

Chicago, October 29.-An extraordinary meeting of American league club owners was called for November 2 by Presi- dent Ban Johnson. He announced that important business made the meeting im- perative, but refused to divulge any de- tails.
 Johnson denied that any peace propo sition would be submitted to the Federal league and ridiculed report that Walter Johnson of Washington had signed with the St Louis F'ederals
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
AUSTRIANS CLAIM
 SLIGHT ADVANCE

Manchester, Mass. October 29.--The fol- lowing official dispatch from Vienna was given out tonight by the Austrian em- bassy here:
 According to offiical communications dated October 25, the battle on the San Vistua line, which has continued for 10 days. has assumed the character of a siege operation because of the strong field Qualifications of the Russians. Never theless, our offensive movement, the right wing of which goes over the Stry, Is advancing slowly, but surely.
 After having cleared the enemy from Hungary, our forces have again occupied Czernowitz.
 "The situation in Servia is unchanged. dated October 25, the battle on the Sam were beaten on october 22, near Rogatica. In south Bosnia small battles with Mon
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
ADJUSTMENTS
At the Lyric

The trained pigs. dogs, chickens and pigeons used as part of the "atmosphere' in Hiram" the rural comedy played by Fred J. Ardpath and company at the Lyric this week, win draw hundreds of children to the Lyric for the Saturday matinee, as it Is an act that every child will en- joy and appreciate It. Is the biggest and best vaudeville of the season, with Pietro. accordeonist; Gertrude Vanderbilt and James Clemons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
FRENCH REFUSED; GERMANS CONTINUE
 TO MAKE PROGRESS
 SAYS BERLIN REPORT
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stationed before the Cathedral of Rheims and artillery observers posted on the steeple of the cathedral have been bom- barded.
 ''In the Argonne the enemy was chased from several trenches and some machine guns were captured.
 ''To the southwest of Verdun severe French attacks have been repulsed. In counter attacks our troops succeeded in breaking through the French lines to the main position of the enemy, which was occupied. The French suffered ter rible losses.
 ITO the east of the Moselle all the attempts of the enemy have been re- pulsed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
De Orc Wins at Billiards

New York. October 29.-Alfred De Orc. defending his tile at three-cush- ion billiards. defeated George w. Moore of this city here tonight in the second nights play. 50 to 20 in 72 in- .nings. Tbe total score now stands: De Orc 100. Moore 57. Moore made the high run of five and De Oaro four. The final block of 50 points will be played tomorrow night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
Conditions Frightfnl

Petrograd October 29-(Via London 1O:25 D. m.)--The Lemburg correspond ent of the Retch says frightful eondi- tions have resulted from the burning of villages on the lower regions of the San. All the available buildings, in- cluding the Slavic monasteries, are crowded with Austrian wounded, many of whom the correspondent says, were left unattended behind the fleeing Aus trians
 The Russian advance was delayed" continues the correspondent, lowing to the necessity of attending to the burn ing of the Austrian dead and caring for the wounded. who had fared badly at the hands of unskilled nurses and priests.
 Polish volunteer regiments are be- ing formed in all parts of Poland and western Russia exclusive of Catholics They are officered by Poles and have Polish chaplains."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
Carranza Ready

Washington, October 2S.-Official reports received here tonight said General Car ranza had 1OO00 troops at Leon. 25 miles south of AEuas Calientes. ready to block any southward movement of Villa forces in the event the Aguas Calientes conven- tion fails to effect a peaceful solution of Mexico's difficulties.
 Carranza has considerable force in the hills southwest of Aguas Calientes. and the Leon garrison dominates the railroad to Mexico City.
 Tonights dispatches told of fight A miles east of Aguas Calientes Tuesday between Carranza and Villa forces. Twen- ty Carranzistas were said to have been killed and 150 taken prisoners.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
Navy Still Active

London. October 29.-Q1 D. m.)-The sec retary of the admiralty makes the fol- lowing announcements:
 The British naval flotilla continues to support the allies left and since the morning of October 27 the fire of 12- inch guns has been brought to bear on the German positions and batteries.
 Reports received from shore testify to the accuracy of the fire and to its gall ing character. The flank is thoroughly maintained.
 Yesterday and the day before the en- emy brought up heavy guns and replied vigorously to the fire of Admiral Hood 8 ships The vessels received only triflng damages. Today the opposition from the shore has about ceased and the supe- riority of the naval gunners seems to be established.
 Casualties have been very light throughout, but one shell, exploding on the destroyer Falcon, killed one officer and eight men and wounded one officer and 15 men. One killed and seven wound ed are reported from the cruiser Brilliant, and eight were wounded on the Rinaldo.
 "The enemy's submarines have been re- ported seeking an opportunity to attack the bombarding ships. which are covered by British destroyers"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-10-30
Mrs. Martha L. Wright

ME. UIuI tNt 1zs VIISHt
 Mrs. Martha L. Wright, died at her sisters home, 1904 North Seventeenth street. Mrs. w D. Armbruster. at 1l:So O clock yesterday morning. Funeral serv- ices will be conducted by the Rev. E. Ebin- ger at the residence today at p. m. She is survived by Mrs. w. k. Armbruster. Mrs H. R. Lyerla, Mrs w R.. Duncan. Mrs. Mary Brandes, W. H. Brandes and J. II. Brandes.