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Evening journal., 1915-02-20
UNITED STATES WILL INSIST
ON ITS RIGHTS ON SEA THOUGH
BREAK WITH GERMANY THREATENS

L. S. flag. On the other hand Ger
man destruction of American COM
morcc in the death zone" would far
exceed any rights Germany has, il
was cOntended.
Furthermore. the officials view was
that a reply to Germany would either
commit this nation TO weakened po-
sition or a virtual threat of war.
In other words. as explained by Of
fcials, the United States. in any reply
must say, practically. IF you destroy
American commerce you lay yourself
open either to a damage suit or to a
real fight
This nation, however, it was argued,
should not be too specific as to its
intentions in its warning that it will
hold Germany to "strict accountable
ity.' Some circumstances must war;
rant stronger retaliation than others,
it was pointed out and under cer-
tain conditions. the destruction of an
American vessel might be attended by
Slightly extenuating circumstances.
which would not justify plunging the
country into war.
Hence, the official argued. this
country ought to "sit tight" and main
tain the position assumed in its origi-
nal declaration. Both nation and
press should be calm. several officials
warned. State Department officials
themselves refused point-blank TO in
dicate their next step. if any is 10 be
taken. Other authorities in touch
with the administration. professed not
TO know what the government plans,
although they would not say that no
answer will be sent
German Ambassador Won Bernstort
consulted with Secretary Bryan AMI
Counsellor Lansing today. Ho ieiter-
ated that Germany does not feel il can
be held responsible for war zone de-
velopments. inasmuch as she agreed
at the outset of the war to abide by the
unratihed Declaration of London.
Evening journal., 1915-02-20

do like the Gormey law in its present form
let il put them the witness stand. them, and
ask them the following questions;
What the amount OF your marriage fees in the
year next preceding the going into effect Of the CORN
ley law?
What was the amount of your marriage fees in the
year next succeeding the going into effect OF the CORN
Icy law?
The difference in the two amounts will give the leg
slators the information they seeking and with it
fair OF the depth of the resentment Of GER
tain preachers against the Gormey law.
Evening journal., 1915-02-20
ouR NATION,s room SUPPLY.

TTNHOSE aarmists who have been picturing our coun
try the verge of starvation as result of the
expectation Europe of large quantities of American
foodsufs will discover little to comfort them in
statement just issued by the United States Department
Of Agriculture bearing upon that hghly-mportant
matter
Following an investigation by its experts, the de-
partmont that the surplus of wheat above
domestic needs. hand February 1 was so large
that IL would permit the expectation of almost 1OOO
900 bushels day, about the recent average
until the new American crop comes in next SUM-
mcr The departmental statement also is reassuring
with respect to and other grains, meat animals
dairy products, potatoes and fruit In fact it says
there was larger surplus Of those things at the be-
ginning of 1915 than there had been for many years
previously
II the figures be founded upon fact, they should
serve to silence that active element in our population
which makes a practice of looking upon the present
with dissatsfaction upon the past with regret, and
upon the future with apprehension regards our ma
tion's food supply.
Evening journal., 1915-02-20
Why NeufraIs Do NOT
Withdraw From fhe War Zone
From the washington Postl

will be no protection. Pilots will not
know the location of these mines, and
it will be impossible to determine
whether they are German or British
mines. The destruction of a neutral
vessel would, therefore, leave the ma
ton so injured in doubt as 10 the
identity Of the offender. Naturally
protests would be lodged both in Lon
CON and Berlin, but II is evident i'm ad-
vance that each of the bclligerenis
would throw the blame upon the
other.
Why do not neutral vessels keep
out of the war zone, and be done with
it, is asked. The answer is that up to
the beginning of this war, neutral ma
tions have always had the right to
carry on commerce with belligerents,
provided that the cargoes were nom
contraband and not destined for for
titled or blockaded ports. Foodstuiis
destined for nOncOmbatants have al
ways been permitted to pass freely.
But now England attempts TO stop
such commerce with Germany. and
Germany retaliates by trying to stop
such commerce with Great Britain.
Both of the belligerents are encrOach-
ing upon the rights of neutral COM
rerce in their desperate efforts to es-
tablish starvation trochas around the
onemy's territory.
II has not yet been conceded by neu-
tral nations that il is their duty TO
abandon their commerce in order 20
preserve shipping flGm destruction
TLey are rather inclined to enter Ig-
orCus protests, and 10 follow up ac-
tral injury by some kind of effective
action. How far the neutrals may be
come involved in serious controversies
With one or both pf the naval bollig-
crents will depend upon the develop
ments of the next few days.
Evening journal., 1915-02-20
ANGLERS TALk RTSINEss.

The Diamond State Rod and Reel
Association held its bi-monthly meet
ing last evening.
The press committee was extended
a vote of thanks for having conducted
the hunters license protest. which
was forwarded TO Governor Miller.
New bylaws and constitution
were considered and a committee ap-
pointed to revise the same. Several
topics were discussed during the
meeting pertaining TO fishing trips
and a trip was proposed for March
21 to Delaware City.
Evening journal., 1915-02-20
SOMEONE loses $3.50
ON This PROPERTY Sale

AT the County Court House today
Sheriff Stidham sold the residence OF
John j. McCracken TO John f. Mall
10y for $3.50 Mr.. Malloy, however.
went out OF the courthouse without
paying the necessary ten per cent. de-
post, thereupon the property was
again offered for sale and sold this
time TO Reuben Satterthwaite for
SS.200 Half an hour later Mr.. Nal
10y arrived with a check for $3.50. but
he was informed that he was too late
Evening journal., 1915-02-20
WASHINGTON RAzAAR.

A Washington bazaar will he held
by the Ladies' Aid of the Eastlake
Presbyterian Church in the social
room of the church from Tuesday TO
Friday. February 1926 inclusive. Cse-
iul handmade articles for personal
and home use. and also bread, cake
and ice cream will be on sale.
Evening journal., 1915-02-20
CHARGED WITH DIvERTING GAS.

Timothy Newell. OF No 1909 Pleasant
street. was arrested early today by Pa
trolmcn Palmer and Scott on a charge
of diverting eas for his own use Em
plovcs OF the gas company say they
found pipe in NewelPs homo so con
nccted that it carried gas into stove
in the house without allowing the gas tc
pass through The meter Mr.. Newol
surrendered TO the authorities after hs
learned that warrant had been issued
for his arrest.
Evening journal., 1915-02-20
Don't Whip Children

or scold older persons who wet the bed or
are unable 20 hold their water for il is not a
habit but Disease. Send today for Free
Package Of Our Harmless Remedy. When
permanently relieved tell vour friends about
it Send no money. Address zEMETo co q,
Dept. as, Milwaukee. Wis.
Evening journal., 1915-02-20

The question Did the Audaeous snk?' promises
TO become almost preplexing How old is Ann?
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
PHILADELPHIA MARKET
IRREGULAR AT CLOSE
Cambria and Other Steel Is
sues Aided by Encouraging
Trade Reports

Errauc fluctuations marked the brief
two hours of trading on the local ex-
change today. Tho Steel stocks were the
most active features developing strength
and weakness by turns. Cambria, how
ever, after a brief relapse, became strong,
moving up well above last nights final
fgures, although IL did not succeed In
reaching the previous high record. Lake
Superior was another strong spot and j.
q. Brill shares also improved. That the
metal Issues show Improvement is not
to be wondered at when consideration is
given tho fact that tho steel works of
the United States during August made pig
iron at the rate OF fve per cent in excess
of the best previous rate attained I'm
APRIL 1913, and that the production OF
finished steel are In the same proportion
The mills are booking about as much III
not more business than they are filling.
The only drawback is that the various
steel consuming industries apart from
those engaged on war contracts show no
indication Of increasing activity.
Following the advance In Lake Superior
shares the income IS Jumped I points.
Philadelphia Company cumulative prefer
red rose half as much. but on the other
hand United Railways investment IS ap-
peared to lack support and fell back
dollar on light offerings. The general
local bond list displayed more activity
than for some time. One block of $50, 900
Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Is
changed hands at 90 and $4,000 Spanish
American Iron 6s at 100. Pennsylvania
Steel preferred slipped back ia in the
final dealings.
Electric Storage Battery was in reac-
tionary mood this morning, losing about
point on light offerings. Lehigh Valley
Transit and Reading, too. were a trifie
depressed, whereas Lehigh Valley held
firm. The anthracite coal trade shows
little change as yet, but there are some
signs Of Improvement to come. Retail
business has increased a trihe, but, on
the whole. tho large consumers are con-
servative, and buying only to supply cur
rent necessities. The postponement of
the Interstate Commerce Commissions
order reducing freight rates on coal until
December is regarded as a measure of
relief by railroad officials and for the
time being at least removes an influence
affecting trade conditions. The coming
contest with the miners, however, looms
large, and is likely to develop into an
exceedingly delicate matter. The fact
that there are likely to be long drawn-out
negotiations will doubtless prove an i'm
portant trade factor between now and
April.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
STOCKS SAGGED IN
ABSENCEO OF SUPPORT
.,csustrials Showed Greatest
/: losses - Good Earnings by
steel Corporation Expected

Z. ..rvv YORK, Sept. 1.-THE stock
~, IN the short session today was
I.,s.div unsettled. There was renewal
t.''.,,tng pressure at the start OF trad
fo and prices were forced down all
EN..d fractional recessions being re-
lIl.o1ss lIl..1es virtually all around at first, when
f....te,,t. warnings became smaller and prices
lns "a m a little, but this did not last
n ond before the first hour was over
lons,, issues showed good-sized losses.
~, svreatest declines were In the indus
,.ss,, or the so-called war specialties.
,r-.,saotions, as is mostly the case at
=. "a OF the week. were mostly Of an
'cu'srlne.up character There were not
,.s, b,ivers i'm the market, and Il was
s-,dent that the international situation
.sthe dominating factor In ruling trad
No one cared to carry any more
sts.A man possible over Sunday, in
fsoA ,Ds ~ possible developments in our
2is',,ona with Germany and Austria,
le,.hi l.n-A heins fears of additional complica-
.alcns -. .,o
.,s,,nt of pressure, due to the tonnage
,.strment issued by the Steel Corpora
v,1on yesterday While the showing was
f.s,"snoolntina to the Street, 1t was not
~ s,,,h the steel trade 1t was said that
.ts. the last two months the Steel Cor
flte..t,on as a result Of oversold condi-
f5,s... haa been forced to refuse a large
X. 's,o,,nt of business, because 1t was un-
fshls 10 promise deliveries. All In all,
tse outlook In the steel trade is promis-
a. Buying by the railroads for de-
i,vsrv next year has been started, and
fr,hsr domestic consumers are also sound
lsrv the steel companies Therefore, It
-,cuid not be surprising IL the corporation
.,s.snortsd an increase in untitled orders in
L{he last quarter of this year on business
SooEed largely for delivery in 1916.
y. ror the third quarter OF this year It
~. estimated that the earnings OF the
f'eteel Corporation will range between $685.
lcn0oo and s42,O0O0OO. The net earnings
a5 April we're $7.2S6. 400; in May, S9,S2o,576,
and June, s1l,S43,070. The increased earn
,,vs for the current quarter will be
.iarrely the result of the advances in the
k,r,ees of products. Operation at pres
,<nt Is on the average of 99 per cent.
The. heaviest loser was General Motors,
sh,ch dropped 71S points before the middle
y;of the second hour. Crucible Steel lost
N.vsr points, as did Studebaker, while
,iYnlted States Steel was down almost a
sSuII point. The market continued heavy
, "a the close Toward the end the selling
.nreseure was not so great, but there was
Pho support Right at the close Bethlehem
lPeteei opened up with loss of points.
The whole list came back from the days
low. but losses were shown as compared
with yesterdays finals.
n An encouraging item which came out
today was the idle-car statement, giving
the amount of equipment on railroad sid
f,ings and yards as of September l. On
ffhat date there were 1s3659 idle cars. a de-
fscrease OF sl,706, as compared with the
q July figures, and the smallest amount
since November of last year.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
IS INCREASE IN CLEARINGs REPORTED BY THE
Financial Briefs

George Dallas Dixon, vice president Of
the Pennsylvania Railroad has returned
from his vacation spent in Maine
John strawbridge. Of J. g. w. Straw
bridge has returned from North East
Harbor, Me.
Copper exports for the week ended sep
tember 2 were Sis3 tons, a decrease OF
1l42 tons, and for the month TO date 3a42
tons, decrease Of 2i5s tons.
The commercial failures this week IN
the United States were ga, against s29
this week, "a reported liabilities of $4,000
or more, against ll5 last week.
The gross earnings Of 81 railroads for
the fourth week OF August decreased
s25s'iSs or 22s per cent
The London Stock Exchange was closed
today.
The output OF Roid at the mines OF the
Rand in August was 77s,763 fine ounces
against 770,S55 fine ounces in July. and
7ll,9l1 in August. 1914 The out-turn last
month was the greatest since MAY, 1913
when the production was 7s4,S ,SOs fine
ounces and the value asS73,99s The
value OF last months out-turn was SO 307,-
gag. against es,272,25s in July and e3,O2I,-
o37 In August, 1914
The Columbus Railway Power and Light
Company declared an initial quarterly
dividend OF per cent on Its prior prefer
enoe stock.
August net earnings OF the Tonopah
Mining Co. were 1920 as compared with
Stiles In July.
The Lackawanna Steel has taken an
other Russian order for 10000 tons of
steel rails, bringing the total of Russian
rail orders placed with that company TO
about 10000 tons.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
WHEAT PRICES ERRATIC
WITH ACTIVE TRADING
Early Advance Not Entirely
Maintained-Increased For
eign Orders Reported

CHICAGO. Sept 11.--September wheat
reached the dollar mark at the open-
ing OF the grain market today and an
hour later passed it The advance In
prices which began generally on Thurs
day continued and on the bulge today
before noon the figures showed a gain
OF nearly 10 cents for the week IN wheat
quotations December and May fol-
lowed the September lead and the
strength OF wheat was reflected in corn
and oats. gradual elimination Of the
bearish sentiment is being effected
There was a rush TO buy on the advance
which kept trading keen and active
In the late dealings some of the earlier
gains were reduced or Cancelled, and the
market closed in a somewhat uncertain
state.
Light stocks Increased miilers and for
eign orders with adverse weather reports
are said to be responsible for the sudden
rise from the slump IN which the market
had sunk steadily for nearly three weeks.
Shorts appeared to have been caught nap
ping and there was a scramble TO cover.
Another strengthening factor In the mar
ket was the firmness OF the cash situation.
premiums now being higher than they
have been for a long time.
An increase IN the movement Is predict
ed by the Modern Miller. 1t states that
favorable weather In the. greater part of
the winter wheat belt has augmented
threshing. q
Exports for the week were reported at
3,724,000 bushels, against 6.S02,OoO in the
previous week and 7,04s,OOO In the same
period of last year. since July / the ex-
ports amount 70 42.6l5,0o bushels as COM
pared with 71,si6,oOO bushels last year in
the same period.
Liverpool grew firm when favorable
American cables were flushed under the
ocean. Spots were unchanged to cents
higher. Carsoes were strong and steady.
Leading futures closed follows:
Yest'd's
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
NEW YORK BANK STATEMENT
Heavy Expansion in Losns--Reserves
Also Increase

NEW YORK, Sept n.-An increase of
SIS, 10000 in actual loans and half as
much on the average was shown in the
weekly statement of the Clearing House
banks. Average reserves increased $751;
$40, but the actual figures showed an in
crease of over fifteen millions. There was
also a big gain in deposits
Total loans are now 1855 6s5, 900, with
net deposits of s2,67S 3S2 900. time deposits
of $40, $4,000, and an aggregate reserve
of S673, ,35S 900. Details follow:
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
GOVERNMENT BONDS
DIyIDENDs nEcLAREn

s,efssy ana seashore Railroad, regular
l'off M 1usl s sls per cent. payable October 10
.,.t. W record September NJ -
i.f'g annl fireproohng Company, regular quar-
<1nI az o PER cent. on preferred and ia per
e'ol q ,eanfa ronnoa, both payable October 1 70
I11F .us s railway, F0wer and Light Com
.I|his' is'eaLtery per cent. on prior preference,
T.. Mr ociober ] 10 stock OF record Septem-
...I.- ana regular quarterly ~ per cent. on
1f r,e... preferred, payable October 1 to stock
''s''a September is.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11

r,b1f, Ameriean Locomotive annual pamphlet
n iteo ~ o. only S0 3O3. 2DS against 500 asI ass
aila2 i6aaa ana ~ SOS l75 10 1913. The net oper-
defl 'ess was &l,142 002 and there was a
s1rbies .teE n,e charges OF 81. .4el.esO against a
1lpidsesAoof ~ N.Oie l21 NJ 1914. The dehclt after
III sursi,,s" "as Wal $50. compared with 1925
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
BANKING BUSINESS EXPANDING
Another Big Jump in Clearings Re.
ported for the Week

= An Increase of 4SS per cent. in clear
r4ngs was reported by the banks OF the
United States for the week just ended.
New York led with an expansion OF
gain was 1876 per cent.
4 The total clearings were 50, 796, ,133, ,s49
against 1852, 4S6 last week, and 81. $780,
1886 for the corresponding week last
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
Onapipp ,DiD
COTTON

NEW YORK Sept. u.--Unexpected strength
at Liverpool and renewal OF Wall street and
uptown buying caused hrmncss in cotton this
morning. with prices at the outset up 10 to
10 points. There some reactions from
the best after the call. The South sold Oc-
tober and there some active realizing
Closing quotations showed gains of 2 10 8
points aboye the nnal of yesterday.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
NEW YORK COFFEE MARKET

NEW YORK. Sept 1.-THE upward move
ments that have featured the market for coffee
futures for the last few days was continued to-
day. Opening quotations showed gains of to
Z points. Total sales amounted TO $3.50 bags.
Prices follow:
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
LEGAL ADyERTIsEMENrs

+| ALL PERSONS ARE HEREBY eau
1. a, Vened against harboring or trusting
I.|II' ne crew OF the British 3. s. Ben
NJ. "pm Newport News, Va. T. ". Jones,
| ..t. ~ no debts OF their contracting will
~. M ny the Master, consiRnees, Or BY
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
NEW YORK BUTTER AND EGGS

NEw YORK. Sept. H. - BUTTER-Market
lower and duh. Receipts. 9o14 packages
Extra, 25i9c. higher scoring. 26d26kc State
dairy, 25c.; imitation creamery, 22I5G23c.
EGGS-Market steady. Receipts, SiOo pack
ages; Extra frsts, 26ttd27lAc., regular packed; /;
nearby whites, 24d25l5c.. regular packed
mixed color. 33u3Jc.. gathered: Refrigerator
hrsts. 24d2sc.; nearby browns, 30dS2c.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11

Total sales. 81 ,326. .OO0 compared with 81 POI,
600 last saturday; this week, $12, 5s2, 900; last
week, SiT, ,1B3, 600.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11

Total sales. 22s,OO0 shares compared with
ITO. 600 shares last Saturday: this week, 3,21T,-
100 shares last week. 4.l27. 600 shares.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
COTTON STATISTICS

The statistical position OF cotton is as fol-
lows:
This Last Last
week. week. year.
Visible supply =. 3,7s3.347 3.s15I3s 2.f76,o4e
or which Amer
lean .......... 2, 2,60S,3i7 2,5S9, 1913 LAOS, ,046
Total in sight
September 10 =. 6T1,013 4T8S26 474. .665
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
Another Advance in Crude Oil

NEW YORK, Sept. 1.-THE price OF okla
homa crude oil has been advanced 3 cents a
barrel, to so cents a barrel.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
RATES FOR MONEY
FOREIGN EXCHANGE

NEW YORK, Sept IL. - Quotations in the
foreign exchange market were mostly nominal
today. On the present movement marks
touched a new high.
Sterling Francs. Marks Lire.
Demand ~ ........ 1904 500 s2S SO
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11

Total sales i2ei2 shares compared with 8,-
l3I shares last saturday this week. i46,5 ole
shares last week, 1856. $50 shares.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
BANK CLEARINGS

Bank ciearings today compare with the cor
responding day last two years
...- 1918. 1914 lOl3
Phia .... $26. ga 828 S23 OS2, 2o7 $25, bSS, $50
New YORK. sss, SIC, 4i5 1928. soi 2S3,S5ii SSi
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11

Water mains, gas mains, electric light and
telephone lines are available TO all lots.
All of the avenues are improved with stone
driveways and cement Sidewalks they will be
lined with beautiful young shade trees this
autumn.
The building sites range from "a f. TO 200
f.. in frontage and from 100 II. to over 200 #.
in depth.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11

Total sales se4, ,e41 compared with Sss, %
lagt saturday. this week. $278, 1886; last weel
SiTf.512.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1915-09-11
American Locomotive Rsnnrt

O'1l liabilities. .t2s, l4b, l42aT $40 OOT 274. AZ
Arizona sentinel and Yuma weekly examiner., 1915-03-25
THE PRINZ ETTEL IS 4
 WAR VESSEL

Formal notice that the Prinz Eitel Friedrich is a war vessel of the German govern accompanied by the re- quest that she be permitted to make necessary repairs at Newport News, Va, where she now is, has been received at the state department from Count von Bernstorff. The ambassadors statement re- moves all doubt as to the le- gal status of the converted cruiser, it having been con- tended in some quarters that the Prinz Eitel Friedrich might not be entitled to rec ognition as a government ship.
Arizona sentinel and Yuma weekly examiner., 1915-03-25
DIR. COOK AND THE
 NORTH POLE

One of the last matters brought before Congress re- the claims of Dr. Free erick A. Cook, and the con- gressmen debated pro and con as to whether Cook real Iy discovered the pole, or was ] mere fakir. The Doctor dropped into Washington, and there is evidence that he IS still prosperous, since he is still able to put up at the best tavern" in the Capital City. However, the Doctor and his companions failed to secure any action from Con- greSS.