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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
Mt. Desert Auto Bill

There WAS a brief debate in the
Senate on the bill to permit the oper-
alton of automobiles in Mt. Desert.
Senator Durgin Of PiScataquis moved
the acceptance Of the minority report
ought not to pass declaring that II
has been the policy OF the State Tor
the last 10 years to allow towns 70
settle such questions finally for them
selves He SAID that an opportunity TO
vote on this issue had been given N
1907 and Mt. Desert had voted against
the operate of automobiles, 90 10 IS.
He remarked that many Of those con-
cerned are millionaires, but that just
because they are milhonaires they
should not be without rights and be
refused fair consideration. Since
rary II them come TO Maine to es-
cape the noise OF city life, he thought
If they were greatly in the majority
in favor of freedom from automobile
disturbance III their community they
should not be forced to admit automo-
bilcs and though = gentleman IN the
corridor had tcld \ him automobiles
should I've admitted to st. Desert he
believed his constituency extended
miles beyond the corridor.
Senator Cole OF York opposed the
acceptance of the minority report and
said he believed Northeast Harboc no
more exclusive than other towns. He
suggested that since some towns
hang out signs warning that ''Tramps,
dogs and peddlers are not wanted.
Northeast Harbor might hang out
sigr with a similar legend intended for
automobile owners.
Senator Cole declared that autono-
biles are not altogether popular
through the rural districts and it
might be possible TO go into almost
any community and get enough sig
natures TO support a petition TO pro-
vide for the exclusion Of automobiles.
Mr.. Desert citizens, he remarked, We're
willing to go TO Southwest Harbor
and run their automobiles on the
streets there, but wished TO deny to
all the right 10 drive through their
community. He said he believed any
man owning a second hand Ford. who
wished TO drive to Northeast Harbor
(Cortinued on Page 41-coiurn 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
CREW OF THE FRYE
MAKES STATEMENT
Follow Details Given by
Captain Keihne
Other Stories Of Dep
relations by the Ship
Friedrich

Eewper. News, Va, March IL
|romma rda, Thieriehens of the Ger
IMAM converted cruiser Prinz Eitel
pri.t~.g. which late today went into
f-~ ao,l for repairs sadly needed,
after s.z months Of rowing the seas,
Submitted Two statements tonight to
Collector 4 Customs Hamilton Of
hi, port One stated his reasons for
srEirz il South Atlantic waters Jan.
Is las. The american sailing ship
WaMam = Frye with her cargo Of
;.Go ra1s a. wheat consigned to
QaasHst.nu The other related 10 the
.eur.l - me necessary to repair his
snip collector Hamilton announced
tho, H.. regarded the answers OF the
Ierusn commander as state papers
and .aa- ~ would forward them to
Washington. Il was learned however
.ha. liz, commander frankly has stated
10 American government officials that
be Sam ;he ship Frye because he re-
-ar1e4 ner cargo as contrahand of
c2r IN the communication relating
10 IT, repairs, necessary on the Eli
Id j, vas understood the captain said
Ike vessel could be made seaworthy
Si,hn q week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
U, s. May PROTEST SINKING
OF MAINE SHIP AND REQUEST
PREPARATION BY GERMANY

questions raised by the destruction Of
the American ship to be settled
through diplomatic channels.
Captain Boyd. naval attache of
the German embassy. mas gone 10
Newport News from New York to con
fer with the captain of the Eitel ami
obtain a sworn statement OF the facts
for the German government, It was
understood here.
The captain of the Frye has been
asked to keep the members Of his
crew together, so that all the testi-
mony necessary for diplomatic CORES
pondence may be gathered. The cap
tain proba bly, will come to Washington
Saturday to confer with treasury and
state department officials and give d
personal statement of the circuln-
stances surrounding the sinking of his
ship.
Examination of precedents in inter-
offices that, irrespective of the pro
visions of the Declaration of London.
the status of which is uncertain be-
cause it was not generally. ratified,
the general rules of maritime prac-
tice have prohibited the destruction
OF neutral vessel under the circu-l-
stances in which the Frye was found
in the South Atlantic by the Eitel.
Many arguments have been urged
from time to time against the de-
struction of neutral vessels aac. ,v;aen
in doubt American naval commanders
have been cautioned always TO cisrn.ss
the vessel. Before destruction n envy
case the crew. passengers and papers
must be taken from the neutral vessel
on board the belliserent ship.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
TWO CHI. DREN
ARE BURNED TO
DEATH IN FIRE

Bangor. Ne. March 1.-Two children.
aged and 8 years. were burned to death
in a fire early this morning which de-
stroyed the house of Melvin Archer in
Mapleton.
The parents. with their seven children.
slept in the chambers. All escaped ex-
cept Howard, aged g. and Bernard, aged
g. Mr., Archer made q desperate at
tempt to rescue the two younger chill
dren but was beaten back by the flames
The other members OF the family IN their
night clothes and with their feet exposed
to the snow were thoroughly chilled be-
fare they reached the homo of 4 neigh
her Mn. Arrhsg fatnsed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
RELEASE The
CREW OF FRY

Newport News. Va. March 1.-THE
crew of the American ship William T.
Frye, sunk by the German converted
cruiser Prinz EiteI Friedrich, We're re-
leased from the latter vessel late today
and brought ashore. twenty-five arrv-
ed but TWO Of German nationality re-
NAMED behind and responded to colors
Of the fatherland by enlistment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12

Lewiston, Me, March 1.-THE semi
annual meeting of the Maine State
Board Of Trade met in the rooms OF
the Chamber Of Commerce. Lewiston,
Thursday morning with a large at
tendance OF delegates.
|. Among the first TO put in an APP
pin of the State Board. and Secretary
Edward NJ. Blanding, both of Ban
gor. 1t goes without saying that they
received q warm welcome.
With a happy smile Of greeting c.
Fred Names, as president, extended
a cordial welcome to the visitors to
Lewiston.
President chapin's Address.
Gentlemen Of the Maine State Board
Of Trade:
In opening ] desire to express the
appreciation of the delegates 70 our
last Board of Trade meeting, which
was held in the beautiful town of San
ford last September. for the splendid
reception and constant attention which
we ali received. and We most heartily
thank the ladies Of Sanford and
Springyale for that delightful and sue
cessful evening banquet which was
fully appreciated by all that were priv
ileged to be present. It may be we did
not all fully realize the vast amount
Of labor and effo.. lit required from
Continued on Pass 11--ceIumn 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
SEWALl ASKS
PRINz EITEl
CREW Be HELD
FOR PIRATES

Long Beach, Cal, March 11-Samuel S.
w. SewalI Of Bath Me, one Of the own
ers Of the William p. Frye. the American
vessel sunk by the auxiliary cruiser
Prinz Eitel Friedrich, said today he had
appealed TO the United States govern
ment 10 proceed against the German
warship as a sea rover and her crew as
pirates. He mas asked that vigorous rep
reservations be made 10 Germany.
THE Frye" he said, carried Z cargo
that was marked 'non-contrabas1d' by the
United States government marine :Tlsa-.
ance bureau. There was nothing but
wheat aboard the ship
Mr.. Sewall said that the vessel was
worth $4,000 and the cargo of wheat,
shipped at Seattle last November, was
valued al s30ooo0.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
The American Note

Following is the text Of the Ameri-
ca n note which Consul Silliman deliv-
cred 'c Carranza and which the latter
quoted in his reply made public to-
day by the state department:
we have been anxious and per-
IIexed over the statements in dis
patches from Mexico City regarding
the situation there. and have conclud-
ed that the best course at present IS
for you Immediately to see Gen. Car
rama and present to him most earn
est and emphatic note in the following
sense:
The government of the United
States has noted with increasing con-
Germ the reports Of Gen. Obregons ut
terances to the residents of Mexico
City.
This government believes they tend
to incite the populace to commit out
RACES in which innocent foreigners
within Mexican territory. particular
" of the City of Mexico, may be in
volved. This government is particular
~ impressed with Gen. Obregon's sug-
gestions that he would refuse to pro-
tect not only Mexicans but foreigners
in case Of violence and that his pres
ent manifesto is a forerunner Of 9TH
ers more disastrous in effect.
I'm this condition of affairs, the gov
ernmenr Of the United States is in
formed that the City Of Mexico may
soon be evacuated by the Constitu-
tionalist forces, leaving the popula-
ton without protection against what
ever faction may choose to occupy it,
thus Sinking the responsibility which
(continusd On Page 5-celumn y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
AGREE ON
NEW BILL
FOR B&Nl
At Meeting of the n. E.
Public Service
Commissioners

Boston, March IA new bill to pro-
vide for Legislative authorization for re-
organization Of the Boston & Maine Rail
road sys-an in New Hampshire, Maine
and Massachusetts was virtually agreed
upon by the Public Service Commissions
Of those states today. After a two
days conference over the proposed leg
islation the commissioners announced
that tentative understanding had been
reached that the new Dill proceed along
general lines Of authorizing the Boston
& Maine and leased lines to consolidate
as they may agree, but strictly within
the limits Of outstanding capitalization
and without increasing the income accru-
ing under present agreements to leased
lines stockholders
The provisions OF the bill it was stated
would pc framed to contain such nodi-
fications Of the bill presented by the fed
eral trustees of Boston G. Maine stock as
seem TO the commissions to be fully ad-
equate to protect the interests Of minority
stockholders both of the Boston & Maine
and Of the leased lines. and also 10
properly conserve the pubic interests IN
volved'
The commissions appointed a sub-corn-
mittee consisting Of Commissioners John
+. Benton Of New Hampshire. Benjamin
F. Cleaves Of Maine and Joseph T. East
man Of Massachusetts, with United States
District Attorney George " Anderson
as attorney for the Massachusetts com
mission, to draft the legislation as soon
as possible and submit it to the other
members Of the joint conference for APP
proval,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
LONDON FIRM
BOUGHT THE.
FRYE CARGO

Cortland, Ore. March 1l-Heatley q
Co. of London purchased while in transit
the grain OIL the American sailing ship
William + Frye. which was sunk by the
German auxiliary cruiser PrinZ Eirel
Friedrich. according 10 Max II Houser,
Portland grain dealer. who loaded the
cargo OF wheat al Seattle. The transfer
took place before the Frye was sunk and
the shippers are not affected by the loss,
The cargo was fully insured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
GERMAN COMMANDER HAS FURNISHED HIS
REASONS FOR SINKING BATH SHIP AND HAS
LANDED CREWS OF VESSELS SUNK BY CRUISER
The William P. Frye Pride
Of American Sailing Fleet

washington, March 11.-Destruction the ship William
RYE by the German destroyer Prnz Eite Fried
rich struck from he pride of the American sail
ing Meet IN point of size and upmen Of the largest
quare-rgged craft in the world Her falls not upon cor
out upon individual members connections of the
oe"an family famous New England shpbuders and
owners since the days when Am clipper ships
erce OF the world all the and fought losing
battle against steam craft that ended maritime pres
tige.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12

Washington March 11.-Another note sent by the
United States today General Carranza reply
his response last night the notice that Caranza and OBJ
RECON would be held personally responsible for the safety of
Americans and other foreigners Mexico City 1t is UNDER
stood emphasized the Importance of keeping railway
communication between the ca pta and Vera Cruz
The communication dispatched quickly after
receipt of Caranza reply that the impression prevailed
diplomatic quarters that the United States had determined
representa- for the passage
of Americans foreigners Mexico City to Vera
Cruz
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12

Washington, March l1.-Unless the
to make resolutions for the destTuc-
ton of the American ship Frye, sunk
by the coverted cruiser Prinz Eitel
Friedrich in the South Atlantic and
apologize for the occurrence, strons
protest will be made by the United
states with a request for reparation.
No announcements concerning the
case probably will be made, it was said
tonight by high officials, until after an
investigation Of all the facts had been
COMPLETED. President Wilson at the
White House stated today that
searching inquiry would be conduct
ed
Officials were unanimous in the
oninion-which was shared largely by
diplomatists-that the COMMANDER 81
the Eitel had no right to send the
FRYE to the bottom. It was consid-
cred probable by the officers that the
Cerr,an government after being ap-
prised of the facts would admit the
error of the naval commander and
make the reparation. Some officials
thought sufficient amends after the
payment of damages. would be the
court rnartialing of the German Off
Ger. 1t was made known at the state
department that whatever action was
taken would be entirely ASSOCIATED
from questions arising out OF the en-
try into an American port Of the Eitei
desiring time for repairs. The vessel
could. therefore, depart leaving the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
FUND BILL
L0ST=MT. DESERT
AUTOS ACCEPTED
Senate Business hursday-House Takes Up
Governors Salary, enumeration for Liquor
Deputies and the 81 Hour Law

After a review Of the arguments sur
rounding the measure. the Senate
Thursday morning concurred with the
House in adopting the unfavorable
majority report on the school fund
bill which provides for new system
Of distribution. In accepting the re-
port, ought not to pass the Senate
finished the career Of this measure SC
far as the present session is concern
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
Registered in 1901

The Frye was built in Bath, Me,
and granted registry in 1901, with IS
individuals, SIX Of whom are women.
appearing as joint owners. That own :
ership has never changed, and those
who hold allotments of the 12S shares
into which the venture was divided
are scattered from the Atlantic to he
Pacific coast. The ship was named af-
Ter the late Senator Frye of Maine
and to the day of his death was =
source Of pride to the senator 1t IS
recorded that he declared himself more
honored in having his name upon the
stern Of an American built, owned AND
operated sailing vessel than if the
fastest Of Atlantic steam liners had
borne IT.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
FAIR

Boston, March 11.-Forecast fer Bcs-
ton and vicinity: Fair Friday. gener-
ally fair Saturday. not much change
in temperature: moderate northwest
10 west winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
Quick Reply to His Communication
Emphasizes Importance Of Keep
ing Railways Open for Foreign
ers, Mexico City to Vera Cruz
BRYAN DIRECTS INQUIRY INTO THE
REPORT OF KILLING 4 SPANIARDS

Official Washington Relieved by Developments
of Last &c Hours but Warships Likely to Be
Kept at Vera Cruz for Indefinite Time-No
Formal Comment on Carranza's Note Ask
Arrangements to Protect Capital from Riots
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
Statements BY Crew

"T.o-. was no conflict of testimony
," ih. rn"naers Of the crew as 10 the
circumstances surrounding the destruc-
ior 1f ;Ie Frye" said Mr.. Hamilton
on.Sa.. Al were in line with the de-
ais gwen by Capt. Keihne, who has
AIN that lis ship was blown up with
Continued or Page 5-coIumn 81
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Lands Prisoners

r. ..a request Of the Washington
governments th,ss he land here the
r5v- IT. aptured and sunken vessels
snG s.ta passengers as could comply
w@t 14f4. grafton regulations the Ger
nu commander assented. The crew
ft. American Snip frye was LANDED
.a,f ,.-- and arrangements wo!"
as.- .,' jsiuns ii ion'ght5 The crews
.' h.4-r. French and Russian ships
-et d.. ..e SoGth see.
II. ..a3 H.rs,if steamed into tn
3 pa.- r"fy Shiptuudins yard ano
r,. ...5 IN doch. where experts be
s4s Is, .y,:uatlon Of her condition.
jI-.. ae onara are about - third class
.s. .- = the French liner rloride
'l.~' lmlssion by immigration in
soy.,ars ou the ground Of ineltgibiiitE.
oHs -hesc passengers Will ar
'sas' soon IS possible for their de-
aa'f.~c Ellis Island, New York for
u-iaur.at5nn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
Star of lapland Sister Shin

The Frye was sister ship to the
Star OF Lapland. also built at Bath,
and owing to the difference In size
Of minor deck house of the latter
was seven tons smaller in measure
ment, the Lapland leading American
sailing ships with 1881 gross tons
against 1874 recorded for the Frye.
Of the 12S ownership shares in the
Frye only half a dozen persons hold
more than one or two shares apiece
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1915-03-12
Washington Encouraged

Carras1za 5 note produced ne formal
comment Insofar as it gave assur-
ances Of an intention to protect for
eisners and their interests il was re-
garded favorably.
General CarTanza s denial that Gen.
Obregon had intended to incite the
population Of Mexico City TO riot or
TO prevent the entrance TO the CAPT
tai Of food supplies, was followed
in the note which went forward today
by a request that if this were true,
trains should be furnished to carry
freight into the city
No word had been received late to-
day of any change in the situation in
Mexico City, though routine messages
came through from the brazilian min
lister. In todays note to Carranza, 1t
is believed attention was called to
the reports Of an early evacuation Of
Mexico City and the request was
again made for arrangements to pro-
tect the city before the forces of OBJ
RECON withdrew.
Spanarcs and Swede Killed
\ Secretary Bryan also directed an in
quiry to be made by the Brazilian
minister concerning the report fur
nlshed by Senior Juan Riano, the Span
ish ambassador here, that four Span
80 aS N
It had been reported also but with
out confirmation, that Swedish sub
ject had been killed.
Officials thought on the whole the
Carranza note relieved a critical Sit
uation, but the warships ordered to
Vera Cruz were not recalled on the
strength Of the favorable develop
merits. and the opinion prevails that
they will be kept there Indefinitely,
possibly to take away such Americans
and foreigners as have no other means
Of making their departure.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1915-04-12


Without harmony or diction.
Some may sleep, most cannot,
But all happy to have the spot
Just wherein they fell.
Unkempt, unclean and unfed,
Visualized scene once read
Of the lost in Dante's hell.
The night got shelter there,
Bum officials paused to swear,
Without discrimination.
They asked when was there before,
And questioned until got sore,
At needless humiliation.
Then when dropped on the floor,
l heard the order to shut the door,
The only ventilation.
A cattle pen was given free,
Resulting from philanthropy,
A modern civilization.
Daylight saw me sore and hazy,
Sick, tired, nearly crazy,
For could not clearly think.
Officials swore up all at five,
Warning us to look alive,
And to the basement stink.
Misery down there was fed,
Sour coffee and stone-like bread,
And one serving only given.
The boosted land of milk and honey,
Rich resources and boarded money,
Could not afford decent living.
Are there men we can elect,
In a cause to effect
The needed ameloration.
We create the wealth, we demand re-
lief,
From system causing grief,
Where is emancipation?
Put out the cash, avert depression,
We have no use for retrogression,
Or industrial stagnation.
Achievement is the proper aim,
Power and prestige won the name
Annriao nrnroior natiOO
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1915-04-12

A man, young or old. can always
beg a nickel to live. But let wom-
an who is attractive try to do the
same, what would a man say to her?
Why not treat one sex as the 9TH
er? l, too, would like to see the Funk
houser men get all that is coming to
them. l have seen the serious side
of life.-S.
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1915-04-12
MUNICIPAL LODGINGS


been areader of your publication and
delighted with the material fearless
ly and without prejudice given to the
public in it's contents.
have composed the accompanying
verse, embodying description, sug-
gestion and conditions of the munic-
ipal lodgings. l considered verse the
briefest and the most original and i'm
pressive method of conveying a re-
tentive message to the public regard
ing this particular phase of municipal
authority. Everything contained in
the verse was obtained first hand and
from actual personal experience.
The city subsidized newspapers re-
turned the manuscript with the ster-
eotyped regrets" and thanks for the
opportunity of reading same l did
not expect publication, but wanted to
make sure, so as to be in position
of certainty when writing to you
P. ]. O'KelIy.
MUNICIPAL PHILANTHROPY
BY P. J. O'KeIIy
Providing spirit, kindly send
The, unemployed a worthy friend,
Whereby a home they may enjoy,
In a plenteous way and time.
Take them from the cruel breadline,
And from the floors on which they lie.
Free them from municipal care,
And the thoughts of black despair,
Nightly filling many breast.
Save them from the environment,
Circumstances on them sent,
Eliminating peace and rest.
Municipal lodgings are blight
To human beings, and the sight
Far beyond description.
A shapeless mass lies on the ground,
Emitting noise of human sound,
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-10-19
Turkish Towels

Another big special offer on
bleached Turkish bath towels,
about 80 dozen of large 25c bath
towels at .......... b for S1.O0
Fancy Turkish towels, large sizes,
with guest towels and wash cloths
to match, a special lot for Christ
mas giving. Get them now while
prices are low.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-10-19
NEW FALL WAISTS

Several dozen new fall waists,
made of fine voiles, trimmed
with lace and insertions, long
sleeves, high or low necks, all
sizes, SO to Al, $1.35 to $3.50
values, while they last. Csc
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-10-19
Cotton Blankets

About 800 pairs of large size soft
finished cotton blankets, tan or
grey with fancy fast colored bor-
ders, values to $1.50. Special for
four days at ............. .$1.0O
Cheaper ones if you want them.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-10-19

Georgette silk and crepe de
chine waists, beautiful new fall
styles, all with long sleeves,
some have the new minstrel
collars, values to $3.50. Special
at .$2.98
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-10-19
Night Gowns

Soft, warm, outing flannel night
gowns, pink and white and blue
and white stripes, roomy, COM
Portable; we'll made gowns at soc,
79c and CSC. ~.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1915-10-19
Bungalo Aprons

Bungalo aprons, made of good
quality fast color percales, full Sc
inches long, belted, tapped edges,
the best SOC values at. 39c