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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-03-16
Between the Sambre and Mouse

In spite of this defeat, our maneuver still had a chance of success, if our left and the British army secured a decisive result. This was. unfortunate ly. not the case. On August 22, at the cost of great losses, the enemy crossed the Sambre and our left army fell back the 24th upon Beaumont -Givet, being perturbed by the belief that the enemy was threatening it's right
 On this same day, the 24th, the British army fell back after a German attack on the Maubeuge-Valencienn line. On the 15th and 18th its retreat became more hurried. After Landrecies and Le Cateau it fell back southward by forced marches It could not from this time keep its hold until after crossing the Marne.
 The rapid retreat of the English, coin ciding with the defeat sustained in Bel gian Luxembourg, allowed the enemy to cross the Mouse and to accelerate by fortifying it, the action of his right The situation at this moment may be thus summed up
 ..'Either our frontier had to be defended on the spot, under conditions which the British retreat rendered extremely peril ous, or we had to execute strategic re- tirement, which, while delivering up to the enemy a part of the national soil, would permit us on the other hand to resume the offensive at our own time with a
  tact, which we had at our command. The general In chief determined on the sec- ond alternative.
 Preparation of Offensive
 Henceforward, the French command de- voted its efforts to preparing the offen- sive. To this end three conditions had to be fulfilled.
 q. The retreat had to be carried out in order under a succession of counter att toc clxc xul ipI, h11c
 ''2. The extreme point of this retreat must be fixed in such a way that the f. ferent armies should reach !. smultan- eously ready at the moment of occupa- ton of 1t to resume the offensive all to- gether.
 ''3. Every circumstance permitting of a resumption of the offensive before this by the whole of our forces ard the Brit ish forces.
 French Counter Attacks
 ''rhe counter attacks executed during the retreat were brilliant and often fruit full. On August 2S we successfully at tackled St. Quentin to disengage the Brit division engaged the Prussian guards and the Tenth German army corps, de- bouching from Guize. By the end of the day, after various fluctuations, the enemy was thrown back on the Disc and the British front was freed
 "On August 27, we also had succeeded in throwing back upon the Mouse the enemy, which was endeavoring to gain a foothold on the left bank. Thanks to our successes in the woods of Marfee and of Jaulnay. we were able, in ac- cordance with the orders of the general in-chief, to fall back on the Buzancy- Le-Bouvellemont line Farther to the right. another army took part in the same movement and carried out success full attacks August 25 on the Othain and in the region of Spincourt.
 On the 26th these different units re- crossed the Mouse without beinN dis turbed and were able to join in the action of our center. Our armies were therefore again intact and available for the offensive.
 On August 26 a new army composed of two corps, five reserve divisions and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-03-16
Morson Will Probated

The last will and testament of the late Capt. James B. Morson was probatec yesterday by Judge J. P. Stiles His widow. Mrs. Claudia M. Morson, is made the sole heir and named as executive without bond.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-03-16

20 the concentration of our lines was finished and the general in chiec gave orders for our center and our lett to take the offensive. Our center com prised two armies and our left con sisted of a third army, reinforced to the extent of two army corps, a corps of cavalry, the reverse divisions, tEe British army and the Belgian army which already had been engaged for the previous three weeks at Liege, Ma mur and Louvain.
 The German plan on that date was as follows:
 From seven to eight army corps and four cavalry divisions were en- deavoring to pass between Givet and Brussels and even to prolong their movements more to the west. Our ob- lect was, therefore. in the first place. to hold and dispose of the enemy $ center and afterward to throw our selves with all available forces on the left flank of the German grouping troops in the north.
 On August 21 our offensive in the center began with 10 army corps On August 22 it failed, and this reverse appeared serious. The reasons for 1t are complex. There were in this affair individual and collective failures i'm rruGences committed under the fire of the enemy, divisions i'll engaged. rash deployments, precipitate retreats premature waste of men and, final ly, the inadequacy of certain of ollr troops and their leaders, both as re- gards the use of infantry and artil- lery. In consequence of these iapses tke enemy, turning to account the difficult terrain was able to secure the maximum of profit from the advant- ages which the superiority of his sub aitern complements gave him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-03-16
"Within the Law"

Miss Clara Joers wrap which she will wear in the third act of within the Law Bayard Veiller's play, which comes to the Jefferson today matinee and night, Is an interesting example of the new fad for temperamental garments. which is being stimulated by the Parisian ccuturiers. This charming evening coat has drapery which suggests also the Poiret hip-girdle. This wrap has a most interesting scarf attachment which may be dropped at the front to form a grace fu' rever. or tossed over the shoulder, the tassel hanging below the wastline at the back The wrap is made of brown velvet and is lined with olive green satin yelled with brown chiffon. The garment, as well as being beautiful 1a line and richly har- monious in color. is full of dramatic sug- gestion and lends itself we'll to the part played by the actress in this stirring drama. Miss Joel will aghin be seen as Mary Turner, the shop girl heroine of the play.
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05

The B. & 0. passenger train south
ran down and killed good cow for
Frank Schadt one morning last week.
Mrs. Theo. Gunkelman spent Sun
day near Eaton Center.
Mr.. Ernest Wolff and family and
Frank Weidner and family took a
pleasure trip last Sunday in Mrs.
VOLTS auto to Elyria and Lorain.
There were no services at lions
church last Sunday on account Of Rev.
Geo. Kuehner being in Cleveland at
tending a mission festival.
The Wolf gas well was shot off last
Saturday. The pressure was great
enough to carry the oil and other gath
cred matter twice the height of the
derrick.
Mr.. George Bauer and family Of
Cleveland spent Sunday at the home
of Mrs. Bauer's parents, A. Wolff and
wife.
Mr.. Victor Spalt of Cleveland visit.
ed at the home of Fred Reusch on Sat,
urday and Sunday.
Miss Alta Frank is reported to be
quite sick.
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05
PROCLAMATION OF
AGRICULTURAL DAY

In issuing his proclamation setting
aside day to celebrate the "enobling
virtues Of agriculture" Gov. Willis
pays high tribute to the husbandman
and his life's pursuit. Following is
the text Of the Governors proclama-
tion, which is the first state paper rec
ognizing an Agricultural Day."
Agriculture is one of the primitive
occupations Of man. From the dawn
Of civilization it has been held in high
esteem. The ancients deifed it in Ce-
rese and Pomona. It has been the
theme of eloquence in song. In Amer
lea it has grown in honor with the pass
ing years. City and country draw
their sustenance from the soil, and the
rural home is one of the great insti-
tutions on which the Republic secure
ly rests. The list Of farmer boys that
have arisen to eminence is long one,
and Ohio points to number of them
as her most illustrious sons.
1T is not, however, in the eminence
of few who are engaged in it, but
in the prosperity of the many who
follow it, that an industry or occupa-
tion is to be judged. The progress OF
science and invention has added to the
conveniences and comforts of rural
life. The isolation of the farm is a
thing of the past. The telephone. rur.
al mail delivery, interurban RAILWAYS
good roads and the automobile are
bringing the city and farming commur
ltles into closer union, and making the
natural and social advantages and en-
f]oyments of each the possession of all
Our urban population, as never befor,
In the history of the state, is begin
ming to appreciate the natural beaut,
and elevating influence of the country
and home on a farm figures prom
lnently in the dreams of the nrofes
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05

sional men and the artisans of our
'arge cities.
"The rural home is the abode, not
only Of industry and civic virtue, but
of fervent ard abiding patriotism.
Sacred memories and affections center
in the farm. Truly did Ruskin say:
"No scene is continually loved but one
rich by joyful human nature, smooth
in field, fair in garden, full in orchard.
It is therefore, particularly fitting that
day should be set apart at this
fruitful season Of the year, when the
harvests are gathered in, to celebrate
the ennobling virtues of agriculture
and our abiding gratitude as state
to those who till the soil. No other
industry is more worthy of this rec
ognition.
"T, Frank B. Willis, Governor of the
State of Ohio, hereby designate and
proclaim November IL, 1915, as Ag-
ricultural Day.
"The teaching of agriculture has
now found place, not only in the
rural schools, but, very properly, in
the city schools and in our higher in
stitutions of learing. l recommend
that in all of these and in the oranges,
churches, chambers Of commerce, and
other civic, religious and fraternal or
ganizations, the day be appropriately
celebrated, and I express the earnest
hope that we may long continue the
precedent established in this yeal
when we have been SO signally blessed
by the Father of All in the abounding
tributes Of the SOIL"
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05
MALLET CREEK

Mr.. and Mrs. w. H. Dilgard of Orr
vile spent Sunday with Mrs. Fish and
with Mrs. Dilgard's brother, John
Stahl.
Perry Phillips started Wednesday
of last week on his trip around the
continent. Mr.. Phillips will spend
some time at the Panama exposition.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Packard of Ak
ron spent Sunday and Monday with
Mrs. Packard's parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Geo. Kenyon.
Little Beatrice Spice, who has in
fantile paralysis, was better Tuesday.
Mrs. Chas. Seeley visited relatives
in Birmingham last week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Paul Swartz, Mr.. and
Mrs. George Swartz and Mrs. Susan
Burrer started Wednesday to Florida
where they will spend the winter.
A little girl, Eleanor Marie, has
come to gladden. the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. G. G.. Bohley.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Miller visited
in Wakeman the latter part Of the
week.
Lester school, which was closed on
Thursday, will open again Monday.
Mrs. E. w. Brintnall spent over
Sunday with her son Neil in Akron.
Mrs. Olive Wilson died Saturday
in Cleveland where she has been stay.
ing this summer. The funeral was
held at her home here Tuesday after.
noon.
Mr.. and Mrs. S. w. Bachtell anC
daughter Ruth started on their trip tC
California Wednesday, where Mrs
Bachtell and Ruth will spend the win
ter.
Members of Zion church of Cleve
land gathered at G. L. Morlock's Sun
day, at which time a service was con
Quoted by Rev. Schroeder.
Miss Eleanor Mathers and Lillian
and Harrison Wall spent over Sunda,
at DR.. Wallis.
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05

The effect of these untitled coats is
a bit more youthful than the fitted
lines, which demand beauty and grace
of figure. The French woman ap-
preciates the line that is most becom-
ing to her figure, and in most instanc-
es this is the straight line.
Among the new frocks and suits
there are, too, boleros and Etons that
are really quite charming. These also
are becoming to the average figure.
One seen at a recent fashion show
was of gold lace, combined with black
charmeuse; it was on an afternoon
frock, and was simple to degree, but
unusually attractive. Another of dark
blue serge was made with square cut
yoke, back and front, to which the
lower portion of the Eton was gather
ed, forming a soft, full line across the
bust, being drawn snugly in at the
waist, where it was stitched to two
inch belt of the serge. The skirt al
so showed the yoke and was embroid-
cred with a chain stitch design worked
out in silver threads at the joining Of
the yoke and lower portion Of the
skirt. The same embroidery was car
ried out on the jacket, on collar, fronts
and belt.
The Necessary Touch of Fur
One in talking of fashions must
speak again and again of fur-it is so
absolutely necessary to gown and suit
that every imaginable animal that has
a furry pelt, is being utilized, and the
furriers are reaping wonderful har-
vests. Among the most popular furs
for trimming purposes are beaver,
seal, and krimmer. The dark blue
serge is smartened with touch of
natural gray krimmer, and the satin
finished broadcloth is enriched by mar
row and wide bands of seal or beaver.
Interesting Skirt Lengths
We have become accustomed to the
short street suit and frock; when not
carried to the extreme, it is far more
satisfactory than a long skirt, espec-
tally with the vogue of the very wide
skirt. We have become used also to
the round evening frock for dancing
and approve of its comfortable COM
mon sense, but the formal dinner frock
with its slinky, pointed train, and its
extremely short front is somewhat dis.
Iconcerting. One unusually striking
Jmodel exhibited lately, developed in
wonderful brocade of Banchini's, was
made with one Of these extremely
short skirts and long, pointed, trair
i although rich and wonderful, the gowr
was startling and decidedly bizarre il
effect. Much of the grace Of thu
gown is sacrificed with these skirts.
A Variety in Sleeves
| There is a wide choice in style O
sleeve for both house and street eos
tune. The later models show pro
nounced use Of the sleeve set into th
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05

% The State of Ohio, Medina County
court OF Common Pleas.
V. A. Homan
John Dunning.
day the day of December A n io1E
at az the hour, of l o'clocl0 p. M, 1 will
o1er Tor sale at public auction at tba
door of the Court House. in Madina
ohlo, the following real estate. toewif.
oiluate IN the Township of Chatham
county OF Medina and State Of Ohio
anra, anu known Hs as being $3.50 thirty-five
division of Lot No. Cd one in the snr1
Vey or the Folk part of great Lot No
l4l tour, supposed to contain SEVENTY.
LWo lf2l acres of land as SURVEYED Nv
M;, W; Mead June 1912, and bounded as
:, On the north. south and west bv the
line parallel with the west line and % q
Iar from said west line as will contain
of land. 'A " -A'e acres
Appraised at ($1SOO.OO) thirteen hum
ured dollars, and cannot sell FOR lass
man tWo-thirds of said appraisement.
salo premises to be sold as the prom
enoy OF John Dunning to satisfy judg
ment In favor of V. A. Homan on an or
ger OF sale issued from Common pleas
Uourt ,oo IT,, OF Medina County, Ohio, and to
me directed as Sheriff of said Countv
TERMS OF SALE: Cash, One.thiri
cash on day of sale, one-third in one
year, and one-third in two years. the
1eferred payments to bear Interest
from day of sale, and to be secured by
mortgage on the premises. W
Given under my hand this 27 day of
r. L. GEHMAN
s-5 Sheriff of Medina County. O.
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05
SHERIFF'S SALE

c me state of Ohio, Medina County
" A. Homan
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05
Straight Lines Appear in the Box
Coat

The wealth of artistic and smart
ideas in afternoon and street frocks
this season, while fascinating, is some
what bewildering, too.
Of course the chief features are the
same, this is out of respect to Fash
ions dictates, but there are any num-
Der of ways that one may vary these
details effectively to meet the de-
mands OF ones own personality. Fash
ion shows are becoming as popular
with women in general as any smart
social event. The dainty mannequins
wear the clothes as if to "The Manor
Born," and perhaps a bit more grace
fully.
The Popularity of the Box Coat
Since the first showing of fall and
winter fashions there has been much
discussion as to whether the regula-
tion tailored suit with normal waist
line, snugly fitted, would dominate; at
first it seemed as if it would, but since
then there has been a decided change
toward the looser, belted models, un-
belted coats with a half suggestion of
waistline, or stranger still, no waist at
all, a return in short to the box coat.
These box models are now very
smart indeed; they appear in tailor
made suits, separate coats and fur
coats. Most Of the fur coats, in fact,
show the box back even if the front of
the coat is belted.
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05
VALLEY CITY

One of the most interesting events
that has taken place in Valley City of
late was the school exhibit at the
school building last Friday evening.
It was like county fair 1t is use
less to say that everybody was sur
prised at the collection of products
from garden and field, and of the fine
baking, as was evidenced by the many
samples of their art on exhibit It
was feast for the eyes Of the hungry
and the dispair of dyspeptic.
The evening was a delightful one
and the patrons Of the school and
others turned out to about six hun
dred strong.
Each grade exhibited their products
in their respective rooms. A prize
was offered by County Supt. jerks to
the room making the finest display
which was captured by the pupils in
the primary department. Other prizes
for the best display of vegetables,
grain and school work were offered by
the teachers and merchants of Valley
City.
Surely this was great event fol-
our centralized school of Liverpool
We hope this will become an annual
event and Prof. Troxell, the corps OF
teachers and the pupils are to be con
graduated.
F. H: Weidner
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05
STRICT REGULATIONS
FOR ICE CREAM PARLORS

On account of increasing evidence
that disease is transmitted by the pro-
miscuous use of unsterilized cups,
spoons, dishes, etc., in ice cream
parlors, the State Board of Health has
issued strict orders to local health
boards and other officers of the law to
enforce the new regulations which go
into effect on January 1, 1916.
Following is copy of the rules as
published in the official bulletin of the
State Health Board:
Rule /. In order that the sale of
ice cream, sodas and soda fountain
sundries may be conducted under san
itary conditions the operators of ice
cream parlors and soda fountains are
hereby instructed that all such goods
shall be dispensed only in sterile con-
tainers. To this end it is ordered that
all soda fountains and ice cream par
lors be provided with facilities for the
sterilization Of dippers, glasses, serv-
ing dishes, spoons and any other YES
sci or utensil coming in contact with
ice cream, sodas or soda fountain sun
dries.
Rule 2. Facilities for the steriliz-
alton of dippers, glasses, spoons, serv-
ing dishes and any other vessel or uten
sill coming in contact with ice cream
sodas, or soda fountain sundries shall
include
(a) An adequate supply of hot and
cold water of quality suitable for
drinking purposes.
(b) Suitable arrangements for sup
plying boiling water or live steam.
(c) An adequate supply of clean
towels for drying glasses, dishes, etc.
(d) Suitable provision for taking care
of sterile glasses, dishes, etc, so as to
keep same clean until wanted for use.
Rule 3. All dishes and utensils, af-
ter each individual service, shall be
washed by (a) rinsing in cold water,
(b) then thorough washing in hot
water with suitable cleansing powder
(c) then exposing to live steam or
boiling water for pGriod of three to
five minutes, (d) then rinsiag in clean
cold water and draining or wiping dry
with a clean towel
In lieu of the above requirements
Tor where it is found impossible or in
expedient to use live steam or boiling
water, paper cups or paper tumblers
with individual spoons will be allowed
for individual use only.
Rule 4. Refrigerators at soda foun
tains shall be kept clean by washing
with hot water and soap or washing
powder.
Rule s. Employees in ice cream par
lors and soda fountains shall be clean
| ly in person and dress, free from in
fectious and contagious disease and
trained in the conduct of their work.
/ Rule 6. The use of straws is for
hidden except when such straws are
protected from dust, dirt and handling
by employees or others.
/ Rule 7. AS soon as empty all ice
cream containers, milk and cream cans
shall be thoroughly rinsed with cold
water and covered SO that no foreign
matter may enter said containers Or
cans.
i Rule 5. The foregoing rules and
: regulations shall take effect and be in
9 force on and after January 1, 1916.
The Medina sentinel. [volume] (Medina, Ohio) 1888-1961, 1915-11-05

flare is decidedly modish and there is
almost no limit to the width of the
flare. Slashings, trimmings, con-
trasting godets, and panels, are details
of the new cuffs; and the cuff may be
of any length, from the very narrow
band cuff to the gauntlet which reach
es to the elbow and even above, leav-
ing one to wonder when the cuff begins
and the sleeve ends. Do these cuffs
and gatherings perdict, perhaps, a re-
turn to the big sleeves with their in
side ruffes and landings of crinoline
which made life so interesting some
years ago?