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South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
VON KLUCK SENDS MEN
TO HELP LEFT WING
Germans in WOeVre District
Get Aid in Effort to Check
French Drive.

PARIS. April 9-Veterans from
the battle zone army Of Gen. Won
Kuck are being sent into the Woevre
district (between fhe Meuse and Mo
selle rivers) 10 check the furious
French drive against the German left
wing. according 10 reports made by
aerial observers at Nerdun-
Believing that the position Of the
Germans east of Verdun is critical
Gen. roffre gave orders for an un-
ceasing series Of fierce assaults and
during the past two nights. there has
been no let up in the fighting there.
Beneath the glare OF star bombs
and the flesh of powerful searchights
nights fighting for the possession Of
trenches has gone forward. The OBJ
iect OF the French is fOurfOld.
Ito press back the German left
wing. in order To cause a retirement
OF the German armies on the Aisne
and Disc rivers:
2.-To pierce the St Anhiel-Met
line of German communication
3.-To lessen the German pressure
at Verdun and establish a French po-
sition nearer 10 Metz and.
ITO dislodge the Germans from
the only position they hold on the
west bank Of the Meuse. south Of Yer
dun.
The battle front in the Woevre is
not more than IS miles long but
heavy losses have been inflicted upon
both sides German trenches filled
with dead bodies were taken by the
French.
Although the Germans DENY that
the French have made any appreci-
able progress il is authentically es-
tablished that gains from two TO four
miles have been made by Gen. JOffre s
forces along the WOevre front.
The weather over a considera bic
part OF the battle front remains bad.
with cold rains and fog
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
DRIVE BELGLANs OUT.

BERLIN. April German troops
have again established themselves
upon the west bank Of the User in
West Flanders. driving the Belgians
out of Drei GraChten. The German
war office announced this success this
RfternOn in an official statement. The
Germans captured 100 priVates, two
officers and two machine guns.
This was the second time the Ger
mans have occupied Drei Grachten in
10 days. having been driven out by
Belgian artillery fire early this week.
The Germans also claim the cap
ture OF French trenches in the Cham
pagne district.
French attacks in the Woevre dis
Irict continue without any progress ac-
cruing 10 the attacking forces.
At several points the allies posi-
tions were bOmbarded with incendiary
shells in retaliation for the Smelling of
French villages behind the German
lines.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
EX-RAILWAY HEAD DEAD
David j. Mackey, 81, Dies at Evans
vile, Ind.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. April 9.-Da-
vid James Mackey. 50 years old, for
mer railroad president and financier.
died at a sanitarium here early today
following two weeks illness. Can
creme attacked his right leg which
was amputated as last resort to
save his life.
Mackey formerly was president Of
the Evansville and Terre Haute and
the Louisville. Evansville and ST.
Louis the Evansville and Richmond,
and the Peoria, Decatur and Evans
vile roads.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
Wood County, Ohio. Reaps Great
Benefits From Annual Fairs,
Farmers and Merchants Profit

BOWLING GREEN. o.. April g.
As an advertising medium through
which the riches and virtues OF Wood
county are extolled in the state OF
Ohio. the Wood County Fair associa-
ton is conceded to take front rank,
Officials of the association were asked
TO give their views on the value Of the
county fair 10 the community at
large and all were unlimited in their
praise Sec'y X. 5. Sweet. Treasurer
j. n. Lincoln and G. d. Yonker. a di-
rector. each spoke freely and stated
that Wood county owed much of its
growth 10 the influence generated by
the county fairs.
Their views are here summed up:
As an incentive 10 producing the
highest grade of farm crops the coun-
" fair here has done wonders. Each
fall witnesses the greatest OF rivalry
between the farmers of the county in
prod 1cing prize winning produce.
Hundreds apply early for exhibit space
TO display their corn, oats potatoes,
etc, for which valuable prizes are
given. Wood county farmers have
made records on their farms and
were influenced TO do so primarily
through the spirit OF rivalry created
by the county fair. Big display build
ings are erected on the grounds where
all the farmers have ample room TO
show their exhibits.
Not only is the exhibit confined to
produce but poultry and live stock are
also shown in large numbers. In fact
so large was the list Of entries last
year in the poultry and live stock ex-
hibits that a special tent had to be
erected at the last moment to care for
them.
However, the fair officials stated, the
farmer is not the only one to profit
through the fair. AS a trade card for
the city merchant nothing is better
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09

they said. Wood county has a pop
ulation of 1880. Last fall on one OF
the big days of the fair $4,000 people
attended the fdir and spent the day
in the city o. Dowling Green. This
crowd came from all corners OF the
county and from points outside the
county. II Is also known that Of
many Of these visitors from outside
the county limits a score or more
each year are impressed with the
spirit OF prosperity shown in the
county and as a result many become
permanent residents. The total at
tendance during the fair week last
fall was estimated at 100000. This
is considered remarkable i'm view of
the fact that Bowling Green is a city
of only $500 population.
Furthermore. the county fair has
been Instrumental in increasing the
interest OF the city and county In the
work GOue by the public schools. A
short time after the fair was in exist
ence a building was erected for the
sole purpose of offering an exhibit
place for the public schools. This
move proved one of the most sue
cessful of the association. Teachers
and pupils alike virtually stOrmed this
building each year to view the dis
plays Of work done by the schools Of
both city and county The same good
natured rivalry has been created be-
tween the city and county school chill
dren as between the farmers in their
contests. Valuable premiums are Of
fered and serve to fill the exhibition
building each year with specimens Of
fine school work
The Wood County Fair association
pays all expenses easily. The entire
community is one in believing il one
of the best institutions TO keep the
county at the head of the Ohio
column.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
ITALIAN SHIPS ORDERED
TO REMAIN IN u. S. PORTS

LONDON. April 9.-Italian steam
ships IN American ports have been or
dered 10 postpone their sailings until
April 20. according TO an Exchange
Telegraph CO. dispatch.
The only explanation for the can
collation. of the sailings OF Italian
steamships is the possibility OF war
However IL was pointed out here that
If Italy were To war aginst Austria
and Germany her ships would not be
menaced on the high seas as England
has cleared the Atlantic OF raiders.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
ELECTION OF THOMPSON
COSTS OVER MILLION

CHICAGO. April 9.--The election Of
William Hale Thompson as mayor Z
Chicago cost more than $3.50. 900.
Thompson's total campaikn expenses
were estimated today at $500. 600. The
expenses of Robert NJ. Sweitzer. un-
successful democratic candidate. were
100000. ii cost 100000 10 hold the
primaries and S215.OOO 10 hold the
election Mayor HarTison's forces
were said TO Yaye spent 100000 in the
primary campaign. The balance was
spent by other candidates for mayor
in the primaries and the election.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
MINE SWEEPERS WORK
IN THE DAROANELLES

PARIS. April 9.-Mine sweeping op-
eratiOns are being carried on nightly
in the Dardanelles bY ships OF the
Anglo French fleet, IL was officially
announced BY the ministry of marine
today. The following statement was
given out:
AT the Dardanelles mine sweeping
operations in the entrance TO the
Chanak NarTows are pursued every
night the mine sweepers being pro-
tected by two large warships The
opposition OF the Turks is slight and
ineffective"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
BRITISH SHIP CHASED
81 MILES By SUBMARINE
Is SAFE IN GIBRALTAR

GIBRALTAR, April 2. - With her
decks splintered by shells, the British
steamship Theseus arrived here today
from England with a thrilling story
of an attack by a German submarine
When the Theseus was 40 miles Of
Scilly island off the southwestern
coast of England, she was chased by a
German submarine for 81 miles
When the German commander of the
submarine saw he could not Overtake
the Theseus ne opened fire with a long
range gun and seven shells struck the
Theseus. Five hit the forecastle deck
and another struck the main mast
The sailors quarters were wreck ed
and damage was also done 10 other
parts of the ship.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
PRINZ ElTEL REM0VEl?
TO THE NORFOLK YARDS

WASHINGTON, April 9.-Secy Of
the Navy Daniels today announced the
removal OF the German auxiliary
cruiser Prinz Eitel FREDERICK from
Newport News TO the Norfolk navy
yard. where she will he interned for
mally today and remain indefinitely.
The secretary stated that as Rear
Admiral Beatty, commander Of the
navy yard. has suggested that the yard
was somewhat crowded, IL might be
found necessary 10 remove the Eitel
later 10 some other locality.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
10000 CARPENTERS OF
CHICAGO TO STRIKE

CHICAGO, April "a strike of
$4,000 carpenters in Chicago will be
ordered next Thursday unless peace
efforts now under way are successful
Metz, president of the carpenters
district council, returned today from
indianapolis, where they obtained
sanction the international brother
hood of carpenters and 1Oiners execu-
tive committee OF their plans to order
the men out
At indianapolis, James Kirby, pres
ident, and Frank Duffy, secretary of
the international union, assured the
Chicago men of their moral support.
Nearly 5000 inside" carpenters are
now on strike in Chicago.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
SWOBODA DENIES GUILT
AT HIS FIRST HEARING

PARIS. April 9.-RaymOnd SwO-
boda, the alleged German spy, who
was arrested on the charge that he
tried TO blow up the French liner La
Touraine al sea, was arraigned today
before a captain Of the second court
martial for preliminary interrogation.
The examination was very brief. SWo-
bOda vehemently declared his inno-
cence, saying:
Il can disprOve all accusations
against me. You have no real eNl-
dence against me-"
1t is learned that SwObOda was in
Strengthened circumstances last Sep
tember, and earned living by driving
an automobile in Paris for fleeing
Parisians when the Germans were ap-
preaching the city.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
FAIRBANKS SUMMONED
To Investigate Elections Held at In
dianapOIis-

INDIANAPOLIS, April 9.-Interest
in the investigation into the election
here was enhanced today following the
serving Of Subpenas on Crawford
Fairbanks. the multi-milliOnatre
brewer, former Chief of Police HOller,
saloon keeper Frank Hess, and others
from Terre Haute TO appear before
the Marion county grand jury. 1t is
understood that at least three others
will be summoned from Terre Haute
Allegations have heretofore been
made that they were brought here
from Terre Haute.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
NM MAkE IP.

CHICAGO. April e - Victor and
vanQuished in the reccnt maNoraitv
election may meet tomorrow ar
Weeghman park when the Whales
open their season against the 81
Louis Feds
Mayor-elect Thompson has prom
isad 10 pitch the first ball and yester-
day Robert NJ SWeitzer the also ran
IN the mayoraltv race, purchased a
box for the opening.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
GERMANS AGAIN DRIVE
BELGIANS FROM VILLAGE
KaiSer'S Men Occupy Drei
GraChten Second Time in 10
DayS-Night Attack on Brit
iSh Troops Are RepuISed.

LONDON. April "a French
barque laden with grain and bound
for Sunderland England, was tor
pedoed by German submarine in the
English channel off St. GATHERINGS
Point on Thursday, according TO in
formation received here today. The
submarine attempted to destroy the
British steam tug Homer, which was
1owing the barque, but the steamship
escaped.
When about - miles off ST Cath
.erines Point, Isle of Wight, the cap
tain of the Homer sighted the subma-
zine approaching. The tow lines were
cast of and the Homer steamed full
speed toward the submarine in an at
tempt TO ram IT, The submarine fired
ga torpedo which missed the tug by
about q yard. Then the Homer fled
and at the same time II could be seen
that the barque was enveloped in
smoke.
CONSTANTINOPLE. April "a
Turkish naval victory on the Eu-
pirates river, in the Persian gulf
arena OF hostilities. is announced in
Fhe following official statement today;
"Advices from Bagdad state that
- Turkish monitor, while patrOlling
The Euphrates, near Korna, encount-
cred a large. heavily armed vessel. The
Turkish monitor opened fire at two
miles. hitting the British gunboat 20
1imes. Finally the English vessel had
20 retire. owing TO a fire in her en-
gine room and damage to her hull.
She escaped with great difficulty, as
sisted 5y other British ships The loss
among her crew is believed TO be
heavy"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
OCCTRRFD LONG AGO.

KOKOMO, Ind. April 9.-Gilbert
n. jay. OF Lafayette. who in a recent
public speech declared that box
board manufacturers of Indiana had
contributed 10 a fund 10 prevent the
enactment OF certain legislation. eN-
planned here today that the incident
occurred some / , or 20 years ago.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
HEAVY RAIN BREAKS
0R0UTH IN ILLINOIS

BLOOMINGTON. H.. April 9.-The
drouth which had become alarming
in central Illinois seriously affecting
the wheat and oats crops was broken
today by a heavy rain. Precipitation
in central Illinois for the last six
weeks has been far below normal.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
GET LICENSE AT GOSfCil
Couple Give south B,-nI a. place q
Residence.

GOSHEN Ind. April "a mar
riage license WAS taken ont today hv
-. r. Carpenter. - years old and Lu-
tishie Bloom. 3S wears old Both gave
their residence as being az south
Bend. Carpenter was divorced in 1903
and Miss Bloom was divorced n 1919.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
POUCFNAN FATALLY SHOT.

BALTIMORE, Ma, April s.-ln
street fight here early today between
three guRmen and the police. Police
man George c. Sauers vas <hot and
fatally wounded.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
BREAD RIOTS AT BRESLAU.

AMSTERDAM, April 2. = Serlous
bread riots are reported at Breslau.
Germany. The authorities have been
compelled TO increase the people al
lOwance.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09

IERRE HAOIE lnu., ApIll 81
strong doubt loomed up here today as
to the probability of majority Of the
convicted election conspirators carry
ing the case to the higher courts when
sentences are inflicted by Judge An
derson at Indianapolis Monday.
While it is understood that the en-
tire matter was in the hands of Con-
gressman A. .. Stanley and Judge
Frank S. ROby, principal attorneys on
the defense side, several Of the men
involved have considered taking what
ever medicine Judge Anderson admin
listers.
Police Judge Thomas Smith and
John Masselink, city sealer. were
among those who acknowledged being
in doubt regarding an appeal if they
receive light sentences.
Many of those who entered pleas or
guilty also are undecided on the mat
Ter of appeal, but most of them deny
that they hope for more leniency than
those convicted, in view of Dist. Atty.
Dailey's positive statement that no
immunity promises were given those
who testified for the government.
New Chapter in Case.
new chapter was added to the
case when Lex Droit, who testified for
the government, filed sensational
charges in circuit court yesterday in a
motion to obtain a continuance of
case against him for alleged assault
and battery on his wife. DrOit al
Ieges that since his arrest on March
8 he has not been allowed by the
authorities TO communicate with any
attorney.
It was Droit's testimony at Indian
apolis that resulted in the bonde Of
Mayor Roberts and others being IN
creased. At that time. he declared
that Judge Thomas Smith had prom
ised him immunity from punishment
in his assault case if he would find out
from Jack Hines, what the latter had
told the grand jury.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
FRENCH STEAMER
WITH GRAIN CARGO
SUNK BY TORPEDO

Vessel Bound For Sunderland,
England, Attacked by Sub
marine in English Channel
Off ST. GATHERINGS Point.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09

PARIS. April 9.-Night assau ults by
the Germans against the British army
In northern France and violent coun-
ter attacks against the French
army in the WOevre district have both
been successfully repulsed.
This information. is contained in an
pfficial communique given out at the
war office this afternoon. The attacks
against the British forces were deliV-
pred on Wednesday night and Thurs
Iay morning.
Trenches captured by the French at
Eparges, in the WOevre district, were
so choked with German dead that the
French did not occupy them Two
counter attacks by the Germans IN
that sector were repulsed. When they
look the German position in the ALLEY
Forest the French captured six ma
rhine guns and two trench mOrtarS.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
PLANS COMPLETE
FOR APPEAL Of
ELECTION CASES
Some of Convicted Terre Haute
Men May Decide to Take An
derSOn'S medicine" Rather
Than Continue Fight.

INDIANAPOLIS. April 9.-Arrange-
ments for the appeal of the Terre
Haute election conspiracy case to the
United States court of appeals have
been practically completed, it was
learned today The matter of procur-
ing satisfactory surety bonds for ap-
proval by Judge Anderson when he
pronounces sentence next Monday was
the problem yet TO be solved SO far as
many of the convicted men were con-
cerned. 1t was understood, however,
that Mayor Roberts, Judge RedN1an,
Sheriff Shea and some others have al
ready made arrangements to meet any
emergency.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
FIGHT APPROACHES GILMAN.

PETROGRAD, April 9.-The gi-
Eantic conflict between the Russian
Ind ustro-German armies in the
Carpathian mountains. in which more
than 1000. 600 men and 5000 guns
are engaged, IS drawing into its de-
eisive stage. according To dispatches
from Warsaw The Russians are ad
Eancing over a 50-mile front from the
Topla riveS 10 Uszok pass. but fight
ing is iu progress over a battle line
loo miles long.
Operations in Poland have been
relegated 10 secondary Importance as
both the Russians and the Germans
have withdrawn all their available
men from the Polish arena of hostili-
lies 10 strengthen the cOntending
hosts in the Carpathians.
Having taken Smolnik. the Russian
forces OF Grand Duke Nicholas are
now in "A position to launch a drive
against the rear OF the Austrian army
which is struggling desperately
against the reinforced Russian col
nmns al the Galician end OF the Uszok
pass
An extended movement has been
commenced 10y the Russians TO cut
pr the eastern wing of the Austrian
army under Gen. Boerovitch by the
Russian troops that have been poured
through Dukla. Lupkow and Rostock
passes
Fighting in the Carpathians is be
ng carried on under tremendous diff
aculties. The spell OF favorable
weather mentioned IN official dis
patches has given way 20 snow and
,old fOgs. which render artillery op-
srations extremely difficult. Despite
he natural handicaps. however. the
Russians are continuously increasing
heir pressure
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-04-09
THE WEATHER.

INDIANA. - Showers tonight
and Saturday: somewhat cooler.
LOWER MICHIGAN. Prob
ably showers tonight and Satur-
day COOLER in west portion TO-
night ana in south and wesf
portions Saturday.
The Polk County Republican. (Ducktown, Tenn.) 1914-191?, 1915-05-28

DIAMOND DUST.
1t was game free from wrangling and
pleasant TO witness.
Oullette caught star game and saved
Yoder several wild pitches.
Norton, of Copperhill, umpired good
game, his decisions being at all times fair.
By playing too deep, HARRISON allowed
man to score from second on punk single
in the fourth inning
With man on second, Joe Fades three
Dagger bought the crowd to its feet in
hurry. 1t was some hit
The Polk County Republican. (Ducktown, Tenn.) 1914-191?, 1915-05-28
THROWNOUT OF COURT.

A jury at the November term OF court,
gave Mrs. Regina Simpson a verdict of
$4,000 damages against the Tennessee
Copper Co. for the death Of her husband,
who was tram-man.
An appeal was taken to the Court of APP
meals and in decision rendered last week,
the case was thrown out of court, on the
ground of contributory negligence.
The Polk County Republican. (Ducktown, Tenn.) 1914-191?, 1915-05-28
Local and Personal Mention

W.T.. Center, of CoPperhill, was here
last Saturday
Another game next Saturday, between
Ducktown and Coppnrhill.
A letter from Ma Brock states that she
is having the time of her life.
Ray Taylor is home from Jefferson City
and the band boys are highly elated.
Strarp Hats! Latest styles and best
stules at L. L. Atkins, CopperhiI.
Mrs. Robt. Rymer and children are home
from visit with her sister at Turtletown.
E. M. Fitzpatrick, of Ashville, n. c., i
the guest of his daughter, Mrs. Lucy Nan
kivell, this week.
Wilson Bros. best $1.OO and $3.50
Shirts at L. L. Atkins, CopperhiI.
A man named Ross was before Squire
Auburn, charged with kidnapping. he
was sent to Benton.
Marie, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Lon Carver is quite ill of pneumonia. She
is some better at this writing
Miss Mary Doney fell and sprained her
ankle, while in Knoxville, and is confined
to her room in consequence.
Misses Ethel and Pauline Brooks and
Lucille and Edith Marchant went to Brushy
Greek, Wednesday, on fishing excursion.
Forest Davis was hurt in the Burra Burra
mine, Tuesday morning, by falling balk
ground. He was taken to the hospital at
Copperhill.
Next week will be issued the second
number of our magazine section. There is
not farmer in Polk county who can afford
to be without this paper.
Watch for the Parcels Post Sale and
ice cream supper will be given by
the Ladies Aid Society If the M. E. church
South in the near future.
Ducktown ought to have the biggest
celebration, this year, in its history. 1t the
proper effort is made it can be done.
Everybody help.
A fet0 more pairs of best grade Ten
mis- Shoes at L. L. Atkins, Copperf1iu.
Next Saturday night the Red men will
give an ice cream social to raise money
for Fourth of July celebration. If you
want to see big time here on that day,
patronize them.
Arthur S. Colyar, who once made Duck
town his headquarters, and who forged
check on G. G.. Hyatt, has been adjudged
insane and ordered to be taken to the asy-
lum at Knoxville.
Joe Simonds is wearing superior smile,
these days because handsome boy has
taxed up his abode at their home. Mother
and son doing fine, and there are hopes for
Joe.
A show band gave musicl programme
on the street, Monday, which was enjoyed
by large crowd. A band like that would
be big thing for Ducktown and our own
band should be encouraged to work to that
end
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. H. Hensley, of Tellico
Plains, were the guests of their children,
Mr.. and Mrs. Arthur Hensley, over Sun
day. Mrs. Hensley and the Riddles returned
to Tellico Plains, with them, Monday, and
Arthur is a bachelor. sTe
Get uour Palm Beach Suit, Shoes
and hat all to match at L. L. Atkins,
Copperfill.