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The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
INDIGNATION GALORE.
OVER INCORPORATION

The following from a lengthy first
page story of the attempt to incor-
porate Ii part of hopewei! Is taken
from the columns OF the Hopewell
Day News. In part OF the story
not reprinted very sweeping charges
are made againUt the originator Of
the movement. The news says, in
part.
he attempt of a handful of men
to bring about .he Incorporation of
HOPE wei under circumstances which
appear very much out OF the extra
Ordinary seems TO have met with gen
eral dissatisfaction, and much un-
favorable comment could be heard
upon the proposition.
The average good citizen OF the
community keeniy feels the slur
thrown upon 1t after having been adj
vertised all over the world as place
set of men should nave the prepos-
ferrous audacity of endeavoring to be-
little the standing OF Hopewell by
seeking the incorporation OF the COM
munity on a basis of population of
only $500.
While the insult is generally re-
scented. il nevertheless has created a
feeling among the citizens who have
large Investments locally and who
a community to which Is conceded
population far exceeding the 5000
mark.
1T is also contended that some of
the men who have affixed their sig
ll4 res to Ire pntttion for incorpo-
ration are not citizens of Hopeweil
proper, and 1t has been clearly dem
onstsated that SOME of them are not
even transacting their business within
the confines Of the part of the town
which they now seek to incorporate
That the whole transaction Is the
outcome Of a we'll framed political
propaganda, which has been antici-
pated by the Daily News in its former
articles. and which. are we'll remem-
'7srt ~nav he well assumed The
instrument of expected incorporation
leaas / with a public statement.
which, within itself, carries threat
Gang atti.uee wards the Hon. Jesse
r. West In the discharge of his duties
inasmuch as 1t gives due notice that
IL the Judge in his wisdom should see
fit to reject the petition that an inn
mediate appeal would he taken
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
SOCIAL SERVICE
COMMITTEES NAMED

At meeting of the executive board
of the Social Service Federation Tues
day the following committees were APP
'poin. ed
egislat!ve-Chairman Mrs. Tyler
Jobson; Mrs. Alma de Milham. Mrs.
c. V. Meredith. Mrs. II A. Sampson,
Mrs Harvie Clark
Police Women--Mrs. C. V. Mere
dith. chairman, Mrs. F. l.. Jobson
Mrs. ID. f Hark"r, Mrs T, r. A.
Burke, DIR. Margaret Kuyk
Industrial Welfare-Aliss she Her
ring, chairman; Miss Lydia korner,
Miss Adele CARING Miss Mae Schaill.
Miss Lucy Whee'right. Mrs. j. S.
Jones, Mrs. +. A. Sage.
The officers for the year are: Mrs.
]. Tyler Jobson, president; Mrs w. A.
Burruss, first vice-president; Mrs. c.
r. Meredith. second vice president;
Mrs. w. II Adams, secretary: Mrs.
ID. A. Harker. trea surer.
Monday, November s, will be tag
day for the "Restover." boa riding
home for working girls, run by the
Social Service Federation.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
FIRST AVENUE FOLK
OBJECT TO BRIDGE

Residents OF the northern end OF
First Avenue. Highland Park. are OPP
posed 10 the placing of a bridge across
the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway al
First Avenue and Bryan Street. They
declare the erection of such a bridge.
which would rise above the front
porches, would impair the value OF
their property.
Representatives of the railroad COM
pany said at a meeting of Highland
Park citizens Monday night that they
Will make no arrangements for a
bridge at First Avenue If there is real
objections on the part OF the citizens
The question OF having a ten-m
ute street-car schedule. with a shuttle
car from Seventh and Broad Streets
for the accommodation OF workers AT
the Locomotive plant. will come up at
the next meeting of the organiza-
ton.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
GOVERNOR DECLINES
TO GIVE FOUR PARDON
Corporation Court at Different
Times.

-Four applications for pardons were
turned down by Governor Stuart yes
terday. the executive declining to gran,
petitions filed in the cases Of James
Smith. Beverly Revise, Edward Sprat-
ley and Ellis Morris, each of whom
was convicted In and sentenced from
the Corporation Court OF Norfolk
Smith was sentenced in May. 1906
to twelve years for burglary.
Revise was sentenced in April, 1918
TO five years for attempted criminal
assault
Spratley was sentenced In June,
1919. TO five years for HOUSEKEEPING
and grand larceny. For an escape
from penitentiary road gang. one
year was added to the sentence
Harris was given ten years for
grand larceny when convicted in Feb
rurary. 1909
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
RESOLUTION TO AID
AGED EMPLOYEES SIGNED

A resolution appropriating $4,000 to
pay the salaries of disabled city en-
ployes. which was passed Tuesday
night by the Board OF Aldermen, was
approved yesterday afternoon by
Joseph f. Powers. Acting Mayor Of
Richmond. Those who are unable TO
continue in the c!tys service will be
paid $3.50 per day for an indefinite
period. There are several former en-
ployes OF the city who have been
retired because Of their disabilities,
upon whom families are dependent
and this appropriation will mean
much to them.
Another resolution, providing for
the payment OF the salaries of Cap
tain r. NJ Norment and Ffremen W.
r. Odell and c. l. Atkinson. OF En-
CINE Company No. I, all Of whom lost
their lives in the recent fire on Cary
Street, was also signed by Acting
Mayor Powers. All three OF the men
had families dependent upon them.
and checks for the salaries will be
sent TO the bereaved ones each pay
day.
The Virginia Railway and Power
Company ordinance for the rerout'ng
Of the street cars on Broad Street has
been presented but ii has not been
passed on by Mr. Powers. In all prob
ability the matter will not be dis
posed of until Mayor George Ainslie
returns Friday.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
TO HEAR SUPPORTERS
OF MUSC0E R. pm
Governor VIII Receive Typograp1tcd
Union Committee Today On @
Labor Commissioner-hip.

Governor Stuart has notified a co1los3
mittee from Richmond Biographies
Union. No. 80. that he will this IL
ternoon at / o'clock receive the coG<
mitee at the executive office In tn
Capitol and hear it in behalf Of tn
candidacy Of Muscoe r. Pace, membe4a
of that organiza ton. who is an a1po&
rant for the office Of State Labor Cofntx
missioner now held by James -
Doherty.
Mr.. Doherty is a candidate to sucs
coed himself. Howard T. Colvtn u
also a candidate for the office. All
thre candidates have been strongly en.A3
dorsed by various labor organizations.
throughout the State.
Mr.. Doherty's term does not expIfel
until March / next, but ii Is believeds
the appointment of conn issionegs
for the next term will be Announces
by the Governor before the end Of
the year. Governor Stuart has not
as yet. given any indication Of whom
he will name.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
FOIsR CHARGED WITH STATE
PURE room LAW VIOLATION.

Charged with violations OF the State
pure food laws in exposing grapes
for sale without properly protecting
them, four confectioners and fruit
dealers were arrested and taken to
the Second Polio Station TIE .f'aE
afternoon on complaint OF +. A. Bra
zeal, inspector of the dairy and food
division Of the State Department Of
Agriculture, The defendants are Paul
johnson, =. Montgomery. A. Farmachia
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11

Richmond, Va, May 49, 1909.
The beautiful CRAFTS PIANO which you
SO promptly awarded the winner OF, the
first prize in your recent contest has been
received and installed in fine condition.
The efficiency and dispatch with which
the competition was conducted and the ex-
cellent Judgment shown in your method OF
selecting the committee should be taken for
an example by managers of other contests.
Your piano speak eoquently for itself. its
makers and it's donors. We are delighted
with 1t and appreciate your kindness more
than can say.
With best wishes for your success. and
again thanking you, am,
Very sincerely,
fSigned) MRS. MINNIE S. BAKER,
210 South Third Street
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
THE WEATHER.

Washington. Nov. 10.--Forecast:
Virginia--Fair and warmer Thurs
day. probably rain Thursday night or
Friday: variable winds becoming fresh
southeast
North Caroiina--Fair and warmer
Thursday. Friday partly cloudy. mod
crate east winds.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
Loca, Temperature Ye.terda
Locn, Rainfall.

Local Rainfall.
Rainfall last twelve hours ......
Rainfall last twenty-four hours 20
Deficiency In rainfall since Mar. 617
Deficiency In rainfall since Jan. BIS
Local Observation at = p. VI. Yesterday.
Temperature ~. -. -. $500. 40
Humidity -. =. -. .......... IS
Wind--Direction 1850. ..... 8. Il.
Wind Velocity ....., -. ..... -
Weather s. 80. ~. -. Clear
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11

course. bridge to span the Apo
mattox would have to be erected.
Congress would have to pass a spe-
cial act permitting such bridge to
be built, as the Appomattox is a navi-
gable river"
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11
l for This Announcement

During
IT'S BETTER TO DEAL WITH CRAFTS HAD"
We thousands
DEAL WITH
Now few original which
most original and unique will give 1916 model Upright Piano
We better
and know the CRAFTS
Get busy and send in today.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1915-11-11

Fined for SELLING Furs With"-t Tir-~--.
BECAUSE they had been selling furs
without a license. r. Smith, twenty
three years old. OF Norfolk. and r.
Kahn, twenty-three of Philadelphia,
were fined 5000 by justice Crutchfeld
yesterday. Kahn assumed all respon-
sibility for the sale of the furs.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
AN IMPORTANT MEETING.

A special meeting of the National
Association for the Advancement of
Co1ored People will be held Sunday
evening, July 18th, at St. Peter A. NJ.
E. Church in behalf of Miss jamie
Freeman, the II year old Negro girl
from Oklahoma, who is serving a
sentence at Saltwater prison for
forgery. She was convicted at Alex
andria, Mimi, on plea of guilty OF
forging a check for $1,000 to get her
fare to her home. Arrangements are
being made by Atty Hilyer, Sec'y of
the Association, to secure her release.
The public is expected to show their
interest in her case by their presence
and to give financial aid to assist her.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. M. Jenkins, 500
8No. Dupont Ave-, entertained last
Sunday afternoon at dinuner, Mr.. and
Mrs C. C. Perkins, Mrs. E. Wilson,
Miss Julia Cody and Mr.. John Good
bar.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
THE DUNBAR SOCIAL CLUB.

The Dunbar Social Club has estab-
lished quarters at 325 Fifth St. s.,
across from the Court House, where
the men of the city may gather for
wholesome, social recreation in the
way of Pool, Billiards, Athletics and
Literary Entertainments. The Club
rooms are open every day from 900
A. M. to 1900 P. M. Special pool
and billiard contests are held every
Wednesday night at which time
prizes are given to those excelling in
the professional and amateur classes.
All persons desiring such social d.
versions are cordially invited to be-
come members. Payment of monthly
dues of $100 will entitle one to full
enjoyment of the club quarters. No
charges for games played. The tenn
porary officers of the Club are: Mr..
Oscar Price, Pres, Mr.. Veassus Pope,
Vice President, Mr.. L. c. Vale, Secre-
tafy, and Mr.. Clay Shearer, Treas
urer.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Mr.. Hamlet B. Rowe returned
Saturday from a visit to his parents
Mr.. and Mrs. Ben Rowe at Rich
mond, Ind. He spent few days in
Indianapolis as the guests of Mrs. Ed
nonia Dupree and his cousin Mrs.
Peter S. Dent also stopped in Chi
cago to visit his friend Mr.. Leon
Diggs, rs w. 10Th St. Mr.. Rowe en-
joyed his trip which was a social and
business venture.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
SPECIAL SUIT SALE.

On account of the extreme cold
weather, and having good assort-
ment of Fall and Winter Suitings and
Overcoats, we shall continue our
1913 per cent Discount Sale Two
weeks longer. Fit and workmanship
guaranteed. Brown Bros. Mercantile
Co. See advertisement.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
Maud Will Be There.

The management wants it distinct
~ understood despite any statement
to the contrary that Maud will posi-
lively appear at each night of the
Original Bazazas Carnival at Pilgrim
Baptist Church next Tuesday, Wed
nesday and Thursday. Ten Cents.
Moving pictures posed by colored
performers at the Original Bazazas
Carnival at Pilgrim Baptist Church
next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thurs
day. Ten cents.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
MINNEAPOLIS SUNDAY
. FORUM .

During summer months, meetings
will be held on 1st Sunday in August
at Bethesda Church; 1st Sunday in
September at St. Peter A. M. E.
Church. ~.. ~-
Sunday Forum Officers. -,
President, R. Skinner; Vice Pres,
Miss Eva Walker; Secretary, Web
ster Stovall; Asst Sec'y, Miss Lady
Walker; Treas, Mrs. I. S. Bogie;
Critic, P. F. Hale; Journalist Louis
Marshall; Organist, Mrs. L. Sensa-
baugh; chaplains, Rev. T. B. Stovall,
Rev. T. J. Carter; Sergt. at Arms, L.
T. Jones. ..-.....
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Those who are indebted to us will
please forward part of their sub
scriptions. times are hard' is the
cry-but we expect you to pay for
this newspaper, as you do for others.
They do not send you the daily white
papers, unless you pay.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Mr.. James Branch who never miss
es the Elks' convention is expecting
to be present at the Chicago conven-
ton. Mrs Branch will accompany
him. She will go to Lexington, KY,
to visit relatives.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
When You Change.

When you change your address,
notify your postman, or drop slip
containing your name, new and old
addresses, in the mail without post
age) and you viii get your newspaper
and other mail forwarded to you.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Mr.. Chas. E. McClendon of this
city and Miss Effie Stewart of Indi-
annapolis, Ind, were married at Hud-
son, Wis, on July 9TH. Mr.. McClen-
don is employed as asst. shipping
clerk for ]. B. Hudson and Son, Jew
oilers. They are at home to their
friends at their residence, 606 No.
Humboldt Ave. 49,.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Subscribe to your local weekly pa
per-The Twin City Star is the only
legal Negro newspaper in Minneapolis
and it has received the support of the
general public. We need more sub
scribers-to make a better paper
Send your subscription now.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Efforts are being made to get the
Kazunda Troupe from the Barnum &
Bailey Circus for one night at the
Bazazas Carnival lat Pilgrim Baptist
Church Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday. Ten cents. f.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
rHE FPIscoPAL PICNIC.

The picnic of the Mems Episcopal
Club of St. Paul at Spring Park was
a grand success. The day was very
pleasant and there was large crowd.
Dancing was much enjoyed and it
was one of the most enjoyable out
ings of the season.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Mr.. James Garner, formerly Of
St. Paul, is now residing at Faribault,
MINI. He is spending a few days
visiting in the Twin Cities. Jimmie"
is looking very we'll.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
MRS. SENSABAUGH'S RECITAL
Supported by Local Talent.

q
The recital at Bethesda Baptist
Church on Monday evening was very
we'll attended. An excellent program
was rendered. Mrs. w. B. Sensa-
baugh gave several piano selections,
Mr.. Arthur E. Wynne favored with
choice readings, Mrs. H. E. Poore and
Mr.. d. w. Raynor in vocal numbers
and Miss Grazia Corneal in violin
solo were we'll received. The even
ing was very pleasantly spent, and
the recital was a financial success
Mrs. Sensabaugh will give another
during the fall season, and thanks her
many friends for their hearty support
and attendance.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Ball throwing, cane ringing, fortune
telling, fish pond, weight guessing,
peanuts, pop corn, pop, confetti and
10 other great features at the Bazazas
Carnival.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
ZION BAPTIST CHURCH. Z,
9TH Ave. North and Hoag St.
Rev. M. w. Withers, Pastor,
Res. 2406 ~ Ava G ..s< ..-

Phone Drexel 600
Regular Services.
Preaching: II A. NJ, P. M.
Sunday School 1890 p. M. So
B. Y. P. U. Society Gas P. M
Prayer Meeting Wed. 8 p. M. .'....
A WELCOME TO AL. ,.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Atty Gale p. Hilyer visited Still
water prison on Wednesday to in
terview the 17-year old girl, who was
convicted of forgery at Alexandria,
MINI.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
HAIR WEAVING.

Hair weaving of every description
neatly done by Mrs. Mcclure, 7l3
5th st. N. Leave orders also at 1918
Chicago Ave. Phone: So. 1924.
Advertisement !.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

When your name appears as being
one of these worthy of mention"
try and have it appear on Our books
as a paid-up subscriber.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

See Zurando, the original glass eat
er, break and eat glass every night
at the Bazazas Carnival. Admission
l0c. es
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
ST. JAMES A. M. e. CHURCH,
s1s 9Th Ave. So, Minneapolis.
Rev. E. r. Edwards, Pastor.
REV. G. L. MORRILL,.

NEV. u. Il. MONNILL.
Rev. G. L. Morrill, conducts his
Sunday services at the Jitney (form-
erly Bijou) Theatre. He invites all
his former friends to worship with
him every Sunday morning at 1880
o'clock. Rev. Morrill, is always ready
to render his best service to our peo-
pie, and they are always welcome to
attend his services. -...
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Your special attention is called to
the Announcement of The Standard
Clothing Co, in this publication.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

The w. c. T. y. will render a
special program at Zion Baptist
Church, Sunday night, July 18th.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Mrs. J. M. Mask and her daughter
Francis left Sunday night for Duluth
to spend several days.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Atty B. S. Smith left Wednesday
for Chicago on business trip. He
will return Sunday.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
Peoples Christian Assembly.
Rev. G. w. Mitchell, Pastor,
1904 Washington Ave. So.
Come! and Serve the Lord.

ST. PETERS A. M. e. CHURCH.
22nd St. near 10th Ave. So.
Rev. Thos. B. StovaIl, Pastor.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAs

Second Annual Midsummer Ball.
Do not miss the Second Annual
Midsummer Ball at Arcadia Dancing
Academy, formerly Dreamland, 5th
ST., opp. Court House, Minneapolis,
on Monday evening, Aug End. Nc
Cullough's Orchestra. Admission,
Observation-Disclosures.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Patronize those business houses,
Who request your patronage through
your paper.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Mrs. Marguerite Washington is
visiting in Chicago.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Send your notes to US by Wedens-
day A. M.
Bring your printing to the Twin
City Star Print, sos So. 5th St.
SUBSCRIBE NOW.
Leave your subscription at our Of
flee Third floor, sos Fifth St. So.
To Subscribe Is To Pay.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

THE TWIN CITY DANCING CLUB
has secured the beautiful
SEA-GIRT INN AT ORCHID LAKE
For their Outing Party
WEDNESDAY, JULY Fl, 1915
Arrangements have been made for Auto Service to
and from the grounds
GOOD FISHING AND BOATING
For information apply
ANDERSON & HAWKINS
532 No. Aldrich Ave. Call Hyland SIG
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
ORIGINAL BAZAZAS

ORIGINAL BAZAZAS
MID SUMNER CARNIVAL
r.. and
Moving ictures
at
Pilgrim Baptist Church
Three Nights-July IS, IA and Is
New Acts and New Features
Each Night
A d m i S sion Ten Cent
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT.
Furnished Rooms for young men;
ideal location, half block from car line
and only twenty minutes walk to
business section, 1917 5th Ave. So.
A. w. Morris N. w. South 484o
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

Every known Carnical feature at
Pilgrim Baptist Church next Tues
day, Wednesday and Thursday. Ten
cents.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
Sunday Forum Officers
PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH.
Cedar Street and Summit Avenue.
ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA

Rev. Benjamin N. Murrell, Pastor.
SUNDAY SERVICES
Hoo A. M. Preaching.
11:00 A. M, Preaching.
1880 p. M. Sunday School.
G. w. Willis, Supt.
Gas p. M. B Y. P. u.
Mrs. Frances M. Murrell, Pres.
500 P. M. Preaching.
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS.
300 P. M. Mid-Week Prayer Services
FRIDAY NIGHTS.
ZOO P. M. Junior Choir Rehearsals.
$3.50 p. M. Senior Choir Rehearsals.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10
MINNEAPOLIS NEWS.
OUR NEW LOCATION.

The office Of the Twin City Star is
located at sos So. Sth Street, Mime
polls, 3rd foor with the Nygren Print
ing Co, over Smiths Sash and Door
office. We viii be pleased to receive
all matter for publication before Wed
nesday Of each week.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-07-10

ORIGINAL BAZAZAS
MID SUMMER CARNIVAL
..- and
Now ng Pictures -,
Pilgrim Baptist Church
Three Nights-July 10, IA and IS
New Acts and New Features
Each Night
A d m ion Ten Cen S
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1915-12-07
DIES MONIES TO AID OF
US. VESSEL AFTER sos
Athens Ambassador Says Greek
Station Picked Up News of
Submarine Attack.

WASHINGTON. Dec. 6.--Acting at the
request OF the department of state Sec
rotary of the Navy Daniels has ordered
the United States cruiser Des Moines.
proceed at once to the rescue of an
American steamer reported to have been
shelled by "A submarine OF the coast OF
northern Africa l2s miles south Of
Crete.
This action was taken as a result Of
a cablegram received at the State De-
partment to-day from United states
Minister Garrett troopers at Athens.
saying the Greek Government had in
formed him that a Greek wireless sta
ton on the afternoon of December 2
had picked up "A distress message from
the steamer, hut had been unable to
decipher the name of the vessel.
TIT captain of the steamer flashed
word that his vessel was being shcll"d
by "A submarine. and gave his position
AS 80 degrees 20 MINUTES north and -
degrees east. Mr., proppcrs added that
the Greek Government already had sent "A
destroyer in search of the vessel.
officials Of the Navy Department
secuted the idea that the steamer was
the Des MoiHe herself. which ON De-
cember 3 had not left Lanarke. Syria,
500 miles away. for Crete. These Of
icials remarked that since the outbreak
Of the war "a number Of GreCian YES
sells operating in eastern Mediterranean
waters had been reported as lying the
American flag.