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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Financial Storm Past
In u. S., Declares McAdoo

Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo in
an official statement last night declared
that American finances had weathered
the storm and that there need be no
fear whatever of insufficient currency
to move the crops and to meet the de-
mands Of business.
The situation throughout the country
Is excellent" Secretary McAdoo de-
clared in his statement. 'and no greater
testimonial to the inherent strength of
could be given than the way IN which
the country has withstood the shock OF
the greatest European disturbance that
has occurred in the last hundred years"
Secretary McAdoo declared that the
passage by unanimous vote Of the
House and Senate of the amendment to
the Federal reserve board act, whereby
the Secretary Of the Treasury Is vested
with power to issue additional currency
In such amount. exceeding even 500. O0.-
Opi as, in his Judgment may be neces-
sary to protect the business situation
in the country, puts at rest am que =
ton as to the ability OF the banks to
take care of the situation"
The bill, as amended. authorizes the
Secretary to permit national banks to
have outstanding a maximum OF cir
culating notes equivalent to rs per cent
of their unimpaired capital and surplus.
Secretary McAdoo added that the un-
animous vote on this legislation lis
an inspiring evidence of the patriotism
of the representatives of the American
people, who, whenever there Is threat
ened danger. forget party lines and pre-
sent a solid front in support OF the
common interest"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Scope of Treaties Limited.
3 Beats" Scored in Day
By Times Correspondent

A new journalistic record. a series Of
worldwide beats or Scoops" OF the
utmost International Importance was
scored yesterday by Ed L. Keen, gen
eral manager of the United Press stan
in Europe. and London correspondent Of
The Times. Mr.. Keen beat the opposi-
ton six and one-half hours on the
German-French declaration of war; two
hours and fifty minutes on the German
Belgian declaration, and one hour and
fourteen minutes on the English-Ger-
man declaration. This means that The
Times gave to its readers this news far
in advance of the other Washington
papers.
These three big beats" are the first
OF their kind since the memorable
scoop" Of the late Bob Larner. who
was the first newspaperman in Wash
ington to get the news of the declara-
ton of war on Spain and President
McKinlev's call for volunteers.
Ed L. Keen was In Washington ut that
time as manager OF the Washington
Bureau OF the United Press, which posi-
ton he held for many years. He Is we'll
known to newspapermen and public off,
Gals in Washington. and made his resi-
dence here for years.
Mr. Keen was the man who put over
a twelve hour beat" on Aguinaldo's
attack on Manila.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Americans in Paris Are
Facing Serious Problem

With only about a weeks visible
food supply in Paris, the 10000 Amer
leans stranded there are facing a
serious crisis. Already many OF the
Americans have been compelled 10
sell their jewelry and articles CT
clothing for food and lodging. Each
hour increases the American colony
by hundreds Of arrivals from the IN
terror and from Switzerland
A cousin of Mrs. Woodrow Wilson.
wife OF President Wilson, IS among
those who find themselves pennileES
in Paris. Some of the Americans ar
irving in the city declared that -
the German border all passengSrP
who did not have passports were pus
off There were a dozen Americans
nut off the train en- route from Cen
eva. One Of the trains was emptied
and the passengers were put OFF 10
make room for the German soldiers.
Ambassador Myron T. Herrick hiss
been able to secure lodgings for all
who have applied to him.
Judge c. c. Craig and his wife. or
Chicago, made unsuccessful ettorts
al day to get transportation to Lon
don. Clarence Mackay. head OF the
Postal Telegraph Company. with his
two children was more fortunate, and
is now on his way TO the Englisn
capital.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05

countries of Europe. The President be-
lieves that in this program the Admin
istration will have the support of all
members. regardless OF party
Congressman Davis asked II IL were
true that the German government bad
forbidden all aliens to leave its bounda-
r1es, and II the money appropriated
would be available under such circum-
stances. Mr. Fitzgerald said he thought
this was but a temporary prohibition,
and that Germany would permit aliens
to leave as soon as the mobilization
tactics were concluded.
Answering questions from Congress
man Moore members OF the Appropria-
tons Committee said the State Depart
ment was cooperating with persons in
this country in the delivery of cable
messages to relatives abroad and that
the Department is doing everything in
its power to locate and relieve Amer
lean citizens wherever they may be
found in the war zone.
Would Be Sufficient.
Mr.. Fitzgerald said he was not as
sured that the 81. 10000 appropriated to-
day would be sufficient for the DUR
poses indicated. as the Administration
has no definite means of knowing the
amount needed. 1t is estimated, he
said, that at least 5000 Americans are
to be brought home.
The bill passed authorizes the Presi-
dent to use the vessels Of the United
States or to charter other vessels for
bringing home American citizens who
are stranded abroad. Congressman
Moore, Kinkead and other members to-
day pictured the anxiety not only Of
these European travellers but of their
relatives in this country and predicta-
tons were made that the passage Of
the blu vii have . reassuring effect
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Vaterland Expected to
Run Gantlet of Ships

NEW YORK. Aug. 5.-The Hamburg
American liner Vaterland, biggest shin
afloat Is making ready to slip out and
run the gauntlet OF British and French
cruisers off the New York coast In a
desperate attempt to reach Germany
Extraordinary preparations at the YES
sells dock. the hailing by special guards
of all visitors to the dock and the
knowledge that Germany needs the
1000 reservists now waiting in New
York, give rise to this belief But the
Hamburg officials fatty de-
MED that the vessel will sail.
The liner kept steam up all day today.
She is on the German navy reserve list.
and is needed In the service as a supply
and transport auxiliary.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
LUSTAN|A MAKES
DASH FOR ENGLAND
Cunard Giantess Will Be Con-
voyed by the British Cruiser
Essex.

NEW YORK, Aug. 6.-The Cunard
giantess, Lusirania, is today racing
! for England under convoy of the
British cruiser Essex. With 300 pas
sengers aboard and a rich cargo, in
GLIDING 100000 in gold. the liner slip
ped from her pier at 1:20 a. m. today
and dashed out into the gloom OF early
dawn confident OF eluding capture by
three German warships believed to be
watching and waiting to prey on Brit
fish commerce.
The British cruiser Essex conveyed
the White Star liner Olympic into
safety off the entrance to New York
harbor last night, and then slipped into
the night. awaiting word from the Lusi-
tania that she had started. ~
Captain Dow's orders on the Lusitania
were that every deck light should be
extinguished except the masthead and
port and starboard signal lamps. Be-
low decks portfolios were blanketed to
The Lusitania's officers laughed at the
possibility Of capture by German war
ships. The Cunarder speeds twenty
seven knots an hour, faster than most
war vessels except torpedo boats.
The cruiser Karlsruhe, one of the
three German warships now believed of
Sandy Hook was built to make this
speed, but has made it only for a
short distance on a trial trip.
Captain Dow expects to make the
Ordinarily the Lusitania's running time
is five and one half days. She carried
reserve coal supplies and will steam
under forced draft.
The Cunard liner will be accompanied
by British or French cruisers all the
way across. according to her officers.
From wireless signals picked up here,
1t is believed that at the present time
there are three German cruisers and
the converted liner KronprinZ Wilhelm;
three British cruisers and three French
cruisers patrolling the high seas Just
OF the entrance to New York harbor.
1t Is not believed the Germans will risk
the chance Of an encounter with the
French and British vessels.
The White Star Liner Olympic and the
Hamburg-American liner President
Lincoln arrived today.
The Olympia came from Southampton
was in constant wireless touch with one
of the British cruisers which steamed
within a short distance of her during
the last stages of the trip.
The President Lincoln came from
Hamburg. Passengers of the President
flight of the liner before what she be-
lieved to be a hostile warship last night
Believing danger was passed. OFFICERS OF
the ship announced that the ballroom
might be lighted. Just as dancing was
at it's height, the watch sighted long
streak of light sweeping the southern
horizon. 1t swept across the sky ond
then the water.
Immediately stewards ran through
the vessel again ordering lights out
and the President Lincoln plunged for
ward, her engines under increased
pressure Even the mast and all sail
ing lights were extinguished and the
big ship steamed along in total dark
ness. Not until the three-mile limit
was reached were the lights again
turned on.
The President Lincoln saw the dark
form. of the Lusitania heading out to
sea at top speed about 2 a. m.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Congressman Stranded in
War-Stricken Region

The enforced return Of Congressman
Bartholdt and Barchfeid on the Krin-
prinzessin Cecilie called attention u
House members today to the fact that
several Of their colleagues are some
where in the strife-ridden sections OF
Europe.
Congressman George has been abroad
for several weeks and Is thought to be
either in France or Italy. Congressman
Loft Of New York, sailed about the
same time for a tour Of Europe.
Congressman Ainey. a member Of the
Foreign Affairs Committee, was IL .he
Far East when last heard from, bu. is
thought now to be In Germany. Con-
gresham STEVENSON and Mrs. Steener-
son, OF Minnesota, left the United States
only ten days ago and reached Stock
holm about the time the situation be-
came acute 1t Is probable that other
House members who are marked "ab-
sent" on the roll calls are abroad, hav-
ing gone from their homes to a steamer.
In the Washington contingent be-
heved to be in Paris this week are two
Washington newspapermen. Ralph A.
Graves and John B. Smallwood-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
IN CONGRESS TODAY.
SENATE.

SENATE.
Net at IL
Foreign Relations Committee orders
favorable reports on Bryan peace
treaties.
Favorable report from committee on
Warburg and Delano nominations
Senate passes Chamberlain resolution
asking each department what are its
relations with Rockefeller Foundation
or Carnegie Endowment.
Ship registry bill is considered.
Vote to be had this evening on trade
commission bill.
HOUSE.
Met at noon.
Passed bill appropriating $4,000. 900
for relief of stranded Americans in
Europe.
Congressman Kindell delivered speech
attacking parcel post rates as ex-
cessive.
Took up bills on regular Wednesday
calendar.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05

Capt. D. s. Vassiliefr.
Robert Stead.
John Bach and wife.
Logan G. Mcpherson.
Ralph A. Graves.
John s. Smallwood.
Ector o. Mum.
Rev. Joakum Alexopoulos.
Miss Josephine A. Patten.
Miss Mary A. Patten.
Miss Helen Patten.
Thomas Ruffin.
Mrs. Caroline Story.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clarke Waggaman
Paris
Mr.. and Mrs. Alexander Bentley
London.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Fellowes
London.
Mrs. Churchill Candee. Havre.
Aulick Palmer, London.
n. y. Cunningham, on the Continent
Harriet McFarran, on the Continent
Mrs. L. H. Reichelderfer. Switzer-
land.
Gertrude H. Kellerman, on the Con-
tinent
A. c. Schumacher. on the Continent
DR.. w. G. Schafhirt, on the CONT
nent.
Richard Dana Skinner. Germany.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
70 PEACE TREATIES
ORDERED REPORTED
Senate Committee lndorses
Bryan's Arbitration Pacts as
War RACES.

With war raging In Europe the
cause Of peace has apparently made ad.
vances in the Senate. The Foreign
Relations Committee today ordered
favorable reports on the new Bryan
peace treaties. These treaties are
twenty in number. with the principal
countries OF the world. Under them
causes of controversy are to be re-
ferred to a commission for investiga-
ton before resort to war. The feeling
in the committee IS that such a
course. followed in Europe, would
have averted a world calamity.
Bryan Is Pleased.
Secretary Bryan was at the Capitol
this morning, though he did not appear
before the Foreign Relations Commit
tee. He said later he was extremely
gratified at the action of the commit
tee and that he had expected a report
this week. When asked whether the
European war had not hurried along
the treaties he said:
tracted from by the situation in
Europe"
Secretary Bryan was congratulated by
Senators on the fact that the treaties
were reported.
Though it is late in the session, there
is possibility, in view Of the European
war situation and the apprehension that
1t may involve this country, that the
treaties will be ratified before the ses-
sion adjourns.
The provision In the treaties relating
to limitation OF ornaments was stricken
out.
Scope of Treaties Limited.
The treaties do not cover questions Of
national honor. This raises doubt
whether they would have been of real
use In averting war in Europe had such
treaties been in force there Some Of
the nations at war feel their national
honor is involved in the present strug-
gle.
The committee referred the McCum-
Der resolution requesting the President
to offer to mediate in the European sit
uation to q subcommittee
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Congress Passes
Big Relief Bill

Without opposition and without debate the House
and Senate this afternoon passed bill appropratng 81,
100000 for the relief of American citizens who are strand
ed in Europe The bill sent to the Senate from the
House shortly after o'clock Senator Martin made ia
and it was Immediately passed The President will sign
late this afternoon
The bill was reported by the House Appropriations
Committee following hearing at which Secretary Bryan
and Secretary McAdoo emphasized the necessity of i'm
mediate action for the relief of Americans abroad They
estimated that there are at least $4,000 Americans to
ne brought home from Europe.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
.HERR|CK FINDS CASH
FOR ALL AMERICANS
Millions AvoiIabIe in Paris for
Stranded Ambassador Now
Seeks a Port.

PARIS. Aug. 5.-Lm.ricans were
able to cash checks and obtain fund.
today for the first time since war was
declared and the country put under
martial law. Through special arrange
ments made by Ambassador Herrick,
several million dollars were available
today, and all bona :ide checks were
honored.
Ambassador Herrick is now neeoti-
ating for port from which An.erI-
cans may embark on The vessels to he
sent by the United States Government.
The American committee is aiding all
tourists in obtaining money and ar
ranging for passage from the country.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
ASQU|TH WANTS HALF
BILLION FOR WAR; USE

LONDON, Aug. SIN the house OF
commons this afternoon Premier As
quith announced that Germany de-
clared war on England at 7 o'clock last
night. At that hour, he said, the Brit
ish ambassador was handed his pass
ports by the German foreign office.
The premier then announced that he
would ask that the house vote a credit
of $500, 100000 for war purposes to-
morrow.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Plan Radio War Code.

Secretary of the Navy Daniels con-
ferred today with Captain Billiard, OF
the navy's radio service, to prescribe
rules to govern wireless service during
the European war. This Is the first
time such a problem has confronted the
Navy Department. and 1t may he reces-
sarv to lay regulations to observe treaty
OBLIGATIONS
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Ollie James Asks u. S.
Find Wife in War Zone

Senator Ollie James Of Kentucky APP
pealed to the State Department today
to assist him in locating his wife. who
Petersburg. Senator James said Mrs.
Jsnnes had left Berlin with several other
Americans in company with the Rus
sian ambassador Immediately after the
ambassador had been handed his pass
ports by the German government
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
s" FRENCH AND GERMAN TROOPS, AND WAR MACHINES

road that paralecd it and the Germans unable to
carry the position by storm.
After falling back the Germans hurriedly entrenched
and mounted artillery with which they are now lombard
ing Lege and Namur from half circular position extend
ing for eight miles,
Both Liege and Namur have been set fire by shells.
The fight at Lege will be long continued as this is
the strongest point in all Belgium The defenses of the
city comprise twelve forts the outskirts of the city, all
equipped with modern artillery The garrison is strong,
and additional troops rushed there yesterday
The war office is confident that Liege can hold out
against the German attack indefinitely and that the Ger
man movement through Belgium has been rendered
Ineffective.
The towns of Wise and Argemen have been burned by
the Germans and scores of Belgians slain.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Americans Buy Ship
To Bring Them Home

LONDON, Aug. 5.-Permdssion was re-
ceived from the British government to-
day for the steamer Viking to sail from
Liverpool Mondoy. The Viking was
purchased by a syndicate of marooned
Americans. She will fly the American
flag and will probably make several
trips In returning Americans to their
homes
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
HundredsmEurope
q From Washington

Hundreds of Westinghouse are included among the
Americans narooned in Europe Some of these of course
out of the zone being located in the Swiss resorts
in Italy, Spain Portugal and other places. Among those
abroad from this CITY are:
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Dutch Troops Fall Back
Before German AdpQnce

AMSTERDAM, Holland, Aug. 5.-Gemany has in
vaded neutral Holland in attempt to rush troops
to aid in the invasion of Belgium.
Fierce fighting is in progress the Dutch troops falling
back slowly before steady German advance.
The losses on both sides are heavy.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Hold a as Spies in London.

LONDON. Aug. 5--Four alleged Ger
man spies, arrested by Scotland Yard
detectives We're arraigned in Row
street court today land ordered held
without bail.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05

ROME, Aug 5Germany has demanded that Italy live
treaty obligations The German ambassador today formally
notified the foreign office that Germany had been attacked France
and England expected the aid pledged the treaty
cabinet Immediately consider the appeal but it believed
that Italy will continue maintain her neutrality
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Egypt To Be Neutral.

ALEXANDRIA, Aug. EGYPT has
proclaimed her neutrality in the present
war.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
Germany Pours 100000
Men Over French Line

PARIS, Aug. 5-The German army is advancing
through the gap between Toul and Epinal.
Constant fighting has been in progress all along the
frontier for the last twelve hours Both sides have lost
heavily and the French wounded arriving at Nancy the
mobilization headquarters for that district.
1t is stated that the German army numbers than
100000 and comprises all classes of troops The
fighting to, date has been mostly an artillery duel.
The Germans are entrenching as they advance
GERMAN WAR AVIATOR KILLED BY BELGIANs.
BRUSSELS Aug 5-A German aviator flew Belgium
defenses outside of Lege today He greeted with of
bullets from the forces and literally shot pieces falling the
the middle of the Belgian force As result of this other
airmen who had the distance flew
German lines
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05

GERMANYS DESTROYING
This is the complete said the
invented combating dibles It
of German design and is
The gun the automobile speedy
ammunition make the
any of existence.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1914-08-05
TO SEND GOLD ALSO.

home from Europe.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1914-12-30
Josepfine,s Many Names.

Josephine. empress of the French.
was Yeyette to her intimate friends.
Her name in reality was Marie Josephe
Rose. Napoleon after the marriage ex-
acted that she should be known as JO-
sephine- He had a mania for rebaptiz-
ing the women OF his encourage. He
made his sister Marianne an Elise. OF
Annonciade a Caroline. or Paulette q
Pauline.
Among her numerous friends Joseph
inc remained Yeyette. Barras never
called her otherwise.
In 1914. on the departure for Elba.
the Debats designated Josephine under
the paraphrase the mother OF Prince
Eugene"
At Rueu her tomb bears this simple
inscription: "a Josephine, Eugene ct
Hortense. 1925" The restoration did
not permit her recognition as empress,
--Cri de Paris.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1914-12-30
Tyrone.

Tyrone takes its name from one OF
the eight sons of Mall of the Nine
Hostages. the ancestors OF all the
O'Neills Four of these sons carved out
large portions Of Ulster between them
-Eogan's share becoming known as
Tir Eogain 0and of Eogan), which still
survives as Tyrone, while Conalrs
share, long known as Tir Conail Tyr
connelD, is now Donegal Fermanagh
still bears its ancient name, which
signifies 1.-The mountain valley marsh
district" which after centuries of
wavering finally triumphed over the
alternative, Maguire's county.-London
Chronicle.
The Brattleboro daily reformer. (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1913-1955, 1914-12-30
100 FARMERS CREDITORS.
Schedule in Bankruptcy Filed b,
Creamery Company Of Poultrey.

RUTLAND, Dec. 30.-AIore than 100
farmers and milk producers are af-
fected by schedules in bankruptcy filed
in this city in the ease Of Hudson Val
ley Creamery company OF Poultney,
Mrs. N. NJ. Graves. president. The
amounts due vary from d few dollars
to more than $4,000, but will average
about 500. The company : Habili-
ties are given at $15.79t.76 and assets
at s4.629.S5.
The unsecured claims, amounting to
$l5,060.24, are largely held by the
farmers who have sold milk to the
concern. Producers in Hampton, \. Y.
Whitehall, \. Y, West Granville, \.
y, and Castlcton and Poultnev, VT,
are among the creditors. T. Hogan Of
Hampton has a claim of S215.91 and
Anton kraI Of Poultncv Il claim for
$1,000 for milk delivered.
The first meeting Of the creditors
will be held in this city Jan. ..