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The Washington times., 1915-12-27
MARSHALL IN HAPPY
MOOD IN ADDRESS

Ey referring TO himself as "polit-
tcally plated scientist" Vice President
Marshall caused the assembled scien-
lists and diplomats OF the three Amer
tcas to forget their dignity in laughter
at the opening session OF the congress
today. The Vice President appeared to
be in his happiest mood. and his address
caused almost as much laughter as it
dld applause. and it was rather more
generously punctuated with applause
than most of the other formal speeches
At the beginning he stated thai he
did not apologize for the absence Of
President Wilson for the very good rea-
son that I'm the presence Of love.
science is silent He said he regrette
that the President was not present sole
~ for the reason that he would have
heen able to "tickly the English
language to such effect tnat It would
bring a smile of JOY and contentment
to the faces of all the delegates as
though 1t We're their mother tongue"
The Vice President expressed his de-
light at welcoming the delegates to this
congress because he believed it meant
tho dawning of new era in the his
tory of the American continent This
IS day OF new ideas. he declared, and
the Pan American Scientific Congress is
q new idea that should do much toward
solidtfying Pan-American spirit.
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
ASQU|TH MINISTRY
SEEMS NEAR END
Conscription Is Rock Over Which
Cabinet Is Likely to Go
Aground.
CONTINUED from First Page.

CONTINUED from FIfst PaBe.D
port of Lloyd-George. The minister OF
munitions address to the trades union
lists at Glasgow on Christmas Day has
centered attention upon Lloyd-George
again, as did his recent criticism of the
government,
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
ROAR OF GUNS ECHO
TO SERMON OF PEACE
English Blow German Christ
mas Trees Out of the
Trenches.
By CARL w. ACKERMAN.

LILLE (via Berlin). Dec 27.-,EnslsR
mines blew Christmas trees out of the
German trenches on Christmas day ana
sent the German soldiers running helter-
skelter. There was no truce. at least
on this part of the battle front.
On Chrtstm mas eve. 5000 German sol
dierS heard a peace sermon in the
cathedral OF St Maurice. Let us pray
that God will carry our peace prayers
words were echoed by a Ceaseless roar
of artillery along the front between
Ipres and La Bass~e.
Throughout the night artillery on
both sides thundered. despite internit-
tent downprurs OF rain. Lille woke on
Christmas morning to find houses and
factories Isolated by the food. Other
villages near the battle front seemed to
be floating. But despite the downpour
an outer atmosphere OF gloom. Lille,
with its quarter of million inhabitants s
and its thousands Of soldiers, managed
I" celebrate Christmas in merry fash
ion.
Lighted. decorated Christmas trees
pceped from the windows of private
houses. Largo ones stood in the rail-
rants and IN the Red Cross trains.
Many OF the soldiers carried Christmas
trees into the trenches. to the aston
ishment OF their officers and proba bly,
of the enemy.
The German front on Christmas day
offered retutation OF the world wide
accusation that the English "are lottin.
the French do all the fighting" ON
THANKSGIVING day walked two hours
along the front line trenches in tho
from the French works. Only thrco
rife shots were fired during that time.
and there was Cnly an occasional ar
tillery shot.
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
FORD PILGRIMS.
TO BURY.
WAR HATCHETS.
New Party Chiefs Endeavoring
to Prevent Further Seces-
sionS of Delegates.

STOCKHOLM. Dec. 27.--The new man
agement OF the Ford peace party en-
deavorins today to close the ranks and
prevent further secessions, following the
withdrawal of Governor Hanna. OF
North Dakota, and Mrs. Inez Milholand-
Boissevain.
The whole delegation probaly will be
called together and urged to bury the
war hatchet while on the peace trail.
Rev. JenlSin Lloyd Jones believes there
Is still a chance for success in part OF
the missions plans II the pilgrims work
In harmony from now on.
At meeting held here last night
several leaders explained the Ford plan
to 800 social democrats. They registered
their approval and probably will give
the party support.
The Swedish papers. taking a different
view than that expressed by the press
Of Norway. declare that Fords expedi-
ton actually might have hastened the
wars end had II not been badly man.
aged.
Mrs. BOissevain's Parting Shot.
Following her dramatic retirement
from the Henry Ford peace rartv. Mrs.
Roissevain dropped final bon h into
the Dilrrins' trenches in the shape Of a
formal statement charging misn,anaye-
ment.
The pilgrims were heartened in the
face Of this attack bv y statement
which CASTOR Plaintiff. who is recognized
as Mr.. Ford's Spokesman. issued to the
Stockholm papers. Mr.. Plaintiff n 1t only
denied that his chief deserted the party
81 IL
complete seclusion following a nervous
breakdown and an attack Of influenza.
but announced that Mr.. Ford. with his
wife. would Join the party 1t The
Hague
The unGemocratic method erployed
bN the managers of the expcdition is re-
DuGnant to my principles" Mrs Boisse-
Tan wrote. Instead of all the mem
1eTs formulating plans. the work has
been confined to a few specially Sc
'ected persons. When tho party en-
baked on the Oscar II. T took il for
granted that the rather vague opinion
of the body of delcFates would be ham
mered into effective shape by group
action and constructive thinking
throughout the voyage.
An organization was not formed until
three days before the end Of the voyage.
To that fact l trace all misunderstand-
ihSS dlSStISlOHs. MISTAKES In DOllcN IN
efficiency. and inability to get the idea
OF a mediating peace congress in COM
prehensive shape before the public. The
organization. when finally formed. was
aoortive. The Scandinavian public
which expected clear thinking and n
definite program. was skeDtical about
the rious-mindedness of the delegates
At the meetings the discussions have
been purely private. with the result Of
i'll feeling. suspicion. and condemnation
OF TO- 4 L..
continue with the party"
Mrs. Boissevain will leave here for The
Hague within a dav or two.
Many of the pilgrims went to church
yesterday. and later took sightseeing
trips. 1t was announced that the party
would STAY here till Wednesday night to
recuperate from the fatigue brought on
by q system of three-mGht stands.
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
Lloyd-G George Appeals
To Labor Leaders for
More Munitions at Once

GLASGOW, Dec. 27.-Immediate ac-
ton Is necessary, and help must come
without delay, David Lloyd-George,
minister Of munitions, told meeting
of several thousand unionists here. lie
appealed especially to get the labor
unions to less vigorously enforce regu-
lations in order to increase the output
of war material.
quake" was one OF his striking phrases
in urging the unionists to forget petty
trades union regulations In helping win
the war. IT appeal to you to lift up
your ewes above the mists Of depres-
sion and ascend to the heights OF the
greatest opportunity that ever opened
before your class.
Answer Imperative.
Either we must tell the soldiers that
we are sorry that we cannot get the
guns to enable them to win throughout
1916. owing to the trades union regula-
tions, or we must tell them that IL they
manage to hold out for another year
perhaps American workmen Will help
us get a sufficient supply for 1871. ne
continued.
Another alternative is that we might
tell the Kaiser frankly that we cannot
go on. He might let us Off with the
annexation OF Belgium. with the pay
ment OF indemnity. and with British
colony or two, But ne certainly would
demand that Great Britain surrender
her command of the sea. and Great
Britain then would be as completely at
the mercy of Prussian despousm as
Belgium Is today
81 cannot return to parliament. ne
said, land report through the house
of commons TO the British army that
skilled workmen won't suspend their
rules to save their fellow "untrv-
mems lives on the battlefield
Time is VITAL" he declared, time
is victory, and time is life. There
have been already $4,000 casualties,
including 300,0 900 since the agreement
between the trades unions and the
government in March.
Further delay means further losses.
and / appeal to the workmen TO help
and quickly. Such aid VIII
strengthen your claim at the end Of
the war upon the British people for
redress of any grievances.
"Despite the protests of the minor
fly Of this meeting. / feel THAI ! can
thank the vast majority for an aD
preciativc hearing"
TT Is not a passing shower" he eN-
claimed; "it is the deluRe; it is "a
convulsion OF nature; it is a cyclone
which is tearing up by its roots the
ornamental plants of modern society
and wrecking some Of the flimSy
trestle bridges of modern civilization.
1t is an earthquake which is upheav-
ing the very rocks of European life;
IL is one of those seismic disturbances
in which nations leap forward or fall
backward generations in sinSle
bound All this chatterinE about re-
laxing rule and suspending Gus.
tom is out of place"
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
KENYON TO PROBE
DISEASE OUTBREAK
Senator Goes to Chicago to Inves-
tigate Handling of Foot and
sMouth Epidemic.

Senator Kenyon of Iowa. one Of the
me nbers of the Senate subcommittee
named to investigate the outbreak cf
disease. has gone TO
Chicago, and will examine a number CT
witnesses there.
The purpose is to trace the origin of
the disease and learn whether the De-
partment of Agriculture handled the
outbreak in competent fashion.
St"ckmen are complaining that they
have not been addowed full value Cf
their animals slaughtered on account of
the disease. They seek lgislation to re-
Quire full value TO be paid.
The Washington times., 1915-12-27

TO them on my behalf a most cordial
welcome.
ut seems to me to be of the hap
piest omen that the attendance upon
the interest in it's proceedings SO
great. I hope that the greatest sue
cess will attend every activity of the
congress and that the intimate inter-
course of thought which II produces
will bind Americans still closer to-
gether throughout both continents,
alike in sympathy and in purpose"
The telegram was read to the Con-
gress by Director General John Bar
rett of the Pan-American Union. to
whom It was addressed. Mr.. Barrett
sat we'll to the front of the platform,
or lowered about the rear of the stage
giving directions for the proper plac-
ing of all newcomers who arrived.
Of the message from the President,
the congress broke forth in warm ap-
plause.
Resumes Participation.
Not least conspicuous among those
applauding was Eliseo Arrendondo.
ambassador-elect from Mexico. whose
couptry. after lapse of more than
two years given over to revolution
and discord, resumed today for the
first time it's active participation in
the affairs of the PAN American
Union.
Another conspicuous figure on the
platform was Solon Menos. the dark
skinned, French-speaking minister
from Haiti. whose island country is
just now emerging, with the aid Of
the United States, from a condition
of anarchy and chaos.
Half of them singing in Spanish. the
other half in English, delegates to the
congress. at the opening of todays
session Joined in the official Pan-Ameri-
can hymn, adopted at the first Pan
american Congress. and dedicated to
The verses were sung in English by a
chorus of 125 voices from the Home
Club, but all Joined in the choruses.
Eduardo Suarez Muiica. ambassador
sides over the deliberations of the con-
gress as its president Tall and beard
ed. he presents striking contrast to
his colleagues in the Latin-American
with difficulty, his presence, neverthe-
less. commanded close attention. His
introductions of the various speakers
were pleasing, and at the close of each
address he grasped the speaker by both
hands and poured forth expressions of
appreciation.
Speaks Slowly.
Beside the Chilean ambassador, who
Is generally addressed by his middle
name. Mr.. Lansing appeared the per-
sonifcation of cool deliberation. The
Secretarys words, which he read from
manuscript, were slowly spoken and
in an even tone. Dressed as always
in quiet, but perfect taste. his snow
white hair and mustache and ruddy
complexion were set off to a strik-
Ing degree by the black haired
Hwarthy diplomats who surrounded
him. His only gesture when speak
ing was slow wave of the hand in
marked contrast to the shrugs ami
sesticulations of the Latin-American
speakers.
Vice President Marshall. trim and
sparse Of figure, spoke eXtemporaneous-
~. with many gestures His first ap-
piause was earned when he adopted a
slogan OF preparedness and dismissed as
impractical the visionary dreams of the
extreme pacifists. Close attention was
rafd by the representa- stives of the
smaller republics to his expressed hope
that with the continued assertions of
heir rights, the republics of this hemi-
sphere would be equally mindful OF
their duties to each other
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
TEMPERATURES.
TIDE TABLE
SIN TABLE

TIDE TABLE.
Hish tide at l2:O6 a. m.
Low tide at 6:l4 a. m. and 6:3l D. m.
SUN TABLE.
Sun rose at. I:lS Sun sets at. as
s4Eht "uton'"h 'os 'anrns At 52S n m
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
THE WEATHER REPORT.

Tho forecast for the District of Column
uia-ClOudy and somewhat warmer to-
night: Tuesday unsettled, probably fol-
lowed by rain or snow and colder: mod
crate south and southwest winds.
Maryland - Cloudy and somewhat
warmer tonight: Tuesday unsettled. with
probably rain; moderate to fresh south
west winds.
Virginia Cloudy and warmer tonight
Tuesday unsettled. with probably rain:
moderate southwest to south winds.
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
STORM CAUSES NINE
DEATHS IN NEW YORK

NEW YORK. Dec. 27.-With nine per-
sons dead in New York and havoc re-
ported among vessels in the harbor as a
result of Sundays storm. reports of even
worse damage by the gale from points
along the coast were feared today. when
full communication was re-established.
rhe storm did heavy damage here and
drove many vessels scurrying back to
port.
The Washington times., 1915-12-27

The second official admission since tho
war began that the Kaiser was really
i'll was made on December % in dis
statement originating in Rotterdam that
"a slight inflammation of the cellular
system had made it necessary for the
Emperor to postpone trip to the west
ern front 1t was admitted in dispatch
from Berlin OF that date, that, after the
rumor that an operation for cancer in
order to save the life OF the Emperor
had been circulated in enemy countries,
the court physicians had issued a bulle-
tin in which the monarch was said to
be suffering from "Zellgewebentzuen
dung"
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
OF KAISER
SERIOUS, IS RUMOR

LONDON. Dec. T,-Alarming rumors,
which probably are exaggerated, are
being circulated In Switzerland con-
cerning the German Emperor's illness.
according to the Zurich correspondent
of the Exchange Telegraph Company.
The correspondent telegra phs that the
Emperor's condition Is causing profound
anxiety in Berlin.
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
GUNS ROAR BLENDS
WITH ORGANS PEAL
AIsaCe Soldiers HurI Shells While
Families Near Lines Worship
and Hold Fetes.
Continued from First PaEel

1T was n celestial army. not an in
dividual that first proclaimed the doc,
trine of peace on earth, good VIII WI
Certainly. II was the worlds most inn
portant proclamation. Today the French
army Is fighting to uphold it, We do
not stop fighting on Christmas because
we are fighting for ChriStmas-for Kris
kringle for al he rspresents,dfotr det ,dr the
ever poised over our heads-for the
principle of good will between neigh
bors-for the right to enjoy Santa Claus
in our homes without danger.
1T was Germany that violated both
the spirit and letter of the law quoted
by st. Luke, and France and the allies
will not stop fighting until they punish
her"
In the meantime, the guns barked on.
The men at the front either were too
busy or Were. not inclined to observe
Christmas. They received boxes OF deli
cacies and other gifts from the govern
ment. from their home. or from organi-
zations, opened them casually. and
emptied the contents into their pockets
or elsewhere. Then uhev Immediately
resumed the occupation Of war.
Christmas Fetes Everywhere.
Our party attended midnight mass In
an Alsatian town near Hartmannsweil-
erkopf: The rule not to roam about
ult'l ~ p' was SuSDtnutb lot tHe
night throughout that portion Of Alsace
occupied bv the French. All the viii
lagos had Christmas celcbra tons. with
trees In public places. and gifts for the
children.
The cathedral was packed with women.
children. and soldiers. The orGanist was
itussard. one of the best-known musi-
clans in France. formerly first violinist
in the Paris grand opera house. now
draRoon. The chief soloist. a blacksmith
in time of peace. is a sergeant. The
chorus was made up entirely of troop
ers There were three generals. one
commanding an army. I'm the audien ce.
AS the chimes pcaled midnight. tho
organ burst into "ChristiaES. 'Tis the
Sacred Hour of De!iveranCe.' Then the
soldier choir chorused "IIc Is Born tho
Divine Infant"
While the congregation knelt and
prayed and the priest prepared the holy
sacrament. the guns kept on belchin-;
IN and down the line as a refrain to
the organ song and the prayer. They
were Interpreting their captains Peace
on Earth. Goodwill Toward eMn."
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
Board of Trade Delegates.

being represented at the Pan-Amercan
Scientific Congress. now in session at
the willard. by Appleton r. Clarke, jr.,
delegate. and A. N. McT,achlen, alter
nate,
The Washington times., 1915-12-27
To Cure q Cold In Ous DAY

Take LAXATIVE BRoMo QUININR
tablets. .vstop the Cough and Hsadschs
and work of the Cold. Druggists refund
money II IL fails to cure. F. w. Groves
signsturs 10 On each box. Is csau.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1915-12-11
Hohen Solrns News.

Two automobile accidents happen
ed here this week, fortunately with
out injuring anybody Sunday eve
ming a car with two gentlemen from
White Castle jumped over ditch
and crashed into a fence, below the
Germania store, the steering gear
refusing to work One of the front
wheels was broken to pieces, but the
occupants escaped with shaking up.
Early Monday morning J. T. Guy
ton, while on his way to Donaldson
vile in his car, ran into the team Of
a four-mule cart with field hands, be-
low Modesto. There was very
heavy fog, and the driver of neither
vehicle could see the other approach
until too late. The automobile ran
between the front mules, and the
cart-pole splintered the front of the
car to pieces. Luckily Mr.. Guyton
escaped with few scratches from the
flying glass, and only one of the
mules suffered a few cuts.
Old Hickory finished the grinding
season Thursday, passing over H.
600 tons through the mill.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1915-12-11
DOLLAR DINNER NEXT TUESDAY
Business Men to Sample Products of
Home Economics Students.

A dollar dinner will be given at
the Donaldsonville High School next
Tuesday evening, Dec. ID, at which
the menu will be entirely prepared
and served by the home economics de-
partment of the school. The pro-
ceeds of the function will be used to
furnish necessary equipment for this
department.
Members of the prospective Junior
Chamber of Commerce, approaching
the worthiness Of the cause, are at
tending to the securing of list of
patrons Attendance will be limited
to thirty, which is the maximum mum
Der that can be conveniently served by
the home economics classes with their
present facilities.
It goes without saying that the din
ner will be sumptuous success from
a gastronomic standpoint and a most
delightful social affair as well, and
no one who can possibly be present
should "pass up" the pleasant pri-
vilege.
-.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1915-12-11
NEWEST THING IN MOVIES.
Jimmie's Theatre" TO Have Ultra
Modern Equipment.

Jas. Won Lotten went to New Or.
leans Wednesday and completed the
negotiations for the purchase of two
Powers projecting machines of the
very finest type for installation in
the ultra modern moving picture
theatre which he will open shortly in
the location formerly occupied by
the Happy Hour. These machines
embody the latest DEVELOPMENTS in
this branch of mechanical science. and
are of the kind in use at all the lead
ing photoplay houses of the country
They will be operated by an electric
motor and will be equipped with a
converter, assuring a smooth, steady
projection of the films and an even
distribution of light, thus doing away
almost entirely with the "jerkiness'
and abrupt standings so frequently in
evidence when less perfect machines
are employed. The pleasing effect SO
obtained will be materially enhanced
by the projection of the pictures up
on fibre curtain of highest quality,
such as Mr.. Won Lotten has secured.
All the other equipment and appoint
ments will be in keeping with the
high standard set by these items of
the paraphernalia, and there is not the
slightest exaggeration in the state
ment that "Jimmie's Theatre" will be
up to the minute in every detail and
model of coziness, comfort and
"newness.
The operating room will be located
back of the building, which will have
the effect of eliminating the noise at
tendant upon the operation of the
picture machines, while at the same
time removing source Of possible
danger from fire and thus adding an
element of safety that is sure to be
recognized and appreciated by the
patrons of the silent drama. The
screen will be placed at the front of
the theatre and the floor will be on
level with the sidewalk at the main
entrance, from whence it will incline
upward at an easy angle, thereby af-
fording a perfect view of the curtain
from any part Of the house.
Workmen are now engaged in ac-
complishing these improvements, and
painters and decorators will soon be-
gin embellishing the interior of the
theatre. No expense will be spared
in this direction, and the artistic eff
feet achieved will be as pleasing to
the aesthetic sense as the more ma
terial evidences Of luxury and enter
prise will be to the5physical comfort.
Withal the classsof pictures to be
presented will be Of superlative de-
gree of excellence and naught will
be lacking in this regard to merit the
patronage of the public and to delight
all classes of phdoplay fans.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1915-12-11
Olive Camp Elects Officers.

The election of officers to serve for
the ensuing year was an interesting
feature Of Wednesday nights meet
ing of Olive Camp No. IS, Woodmen
of the World. The balloting result
ed as follows: Henry Dugas, consuA
commander; Emile Dugas, adviser
lieutenant; Aramis ]. Melancon, bank
err; J. c. Bouehereau, clerk; Thomas
Mary, escort; Admire Leblanc, watch
man; Felix Sanchez, sentry; Robert
Robertson, manager. Light refresh
ments were served after the meet
ing, and this section of the evenings
program was particularly enjoyed by
the many sovereigns present. The
newly-elected officers will be formally
installed at the next regular meeting
of the camp on the second Wednes-
day in January.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1915-12-11
Christmas Bargain Sale.

A big Christmas bargain sale of
high-class merchandise for winter
wear is now going on at A. Bloch's
Banner Store The holidays are near
at hand, and this sale offers you an
unusual opportunity to do your
Christmas shopping before the rush.
and at worthwhile saving. You
will find carload of good things
awaiting you. War or no war, you
Care always assured of good bargains
in dry goods, notions, clothing, shoes,
hats, mems furnishings, stylish MILL
merry and other merchandise, all of
standard make and established repu-
tation, at the old reliable Bloch store.
Take advantage of the big sale now
in progress to buy your winter sup
plies at reduced prices.