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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09

to compel residents of the flooded
district to clean up their property
and burn stock killed in the storm.
Water Famine Threatened.
in the face of the water famine,
officials today warned citizens to be
sparing with their supply The city
gets its water from the river here and
it will be several days before the Of
fic5als consider it safe to pump any of
the rivers flood water into the mains.
Meanwhile a storage tank contains
enough 10 prevent suffering
North Fort Scott today is without
protection against fires. The bridge
over the Marmaton, which divides the
city, was washed away in the storm.
Fire headquarters are located in the
business district of Fort Scott.
Property Loss Half Million.
Based on detailed storm reports it
was estimated this morning that the
property loss in Bourbon county would
exceed $500. 900.
There was only small rain last
night and today the Marmaton river
again was within its banks. 1t was
established that the unprecedented
thirty-foot rise in the stream was
caused by a twelve inch rain Tuesday
night at Uniontown ana Redfield.
80.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
rail EXPERT Under FIRE
Oklahoma Attorneys Attack Valuation
Figures of G., c. & 5. f. Man.

oklahoma City, Sept s.-Continua-
tion Of the attack upon testimony oe
F. c. Merritt, chief engineer of the
Gulf. Colorado & Santa Fe, in the two
cent fare cases being heard here, was
taken up by attorneys for the state
today.
In Mr.. Merritt's testimony yesterday
many differences, some of them great,
were apparent in the valuation figures
of his road, as between actual cost Of
property and the reproduction new
cost, upon which basis the roads val
uatiOns are made.
1t is thought that the Santa Fe ex-
ports will be on the stand for the re-
mainder of the week. after which the
Frisco valuation authorities will be
called
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09

London, Sept. 9.-COmment1ng upon
the changes in the Russian high com
mands the military expert OF the
Times SAYS that short of some serious
mistake which the grand duke has
hitherto. shown no sign of making, tfe
Russians can now carry on an orderly
and quiet retreat, fighting where they
please and for as long as 1t pleases
them, until the wet season imposes
halt on their enemies.
AustrianS lose Opportunity.
The correspondent declares he fails
to understand why n mass of Austrian
troops w4s kept quiescent in Galicia
during two critical months instead of
being transferred to the wilma front
for the profit of the decisive operation
there. He considers in this the Ger
mans showed poor strategy and threw
away an opportunity which may never
come again.
The Petrograd correspondent of the
Times thinks the appointment of Gen
eral Polivanoff. minister of war, as
points out that the imperial order CO.
incides with the beginning of a SOL
emn fast ordained by the holy synod,
which adds solemnity to an historical
event.
New Offensive Against Sultan.
Other papers suggest the appoint
raent of the grand duke as comman-
49, L.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
BIG DROP in IMPORTS
Foodstuffs Alone Show Increase Over
Fiscal Year 1914.

Washingto Sept 9.-An ANALYSIS
of American imports issued today by
the department of commerce showed
the value of goods shipped into the
Urited States during the fiscal year,
1915, was less by $279, 7GO, 600 than the
previous years trade. Total imports
amounted to s1,674.2 100000 Increases
in the imports of nnanufa ctures-
other than food products-accountf for
most of the reduction
Import of foodStuffs,- last year, how
ever. showed an increase of s43,
600 over the previous years business
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
FIRM CUTS WORK DAY
Motor Parts Concern Asks 10 Hours
Results in Eight.

Toledo, o.. Sept. 9.-The Warner
Manufacturing company. exclusive
manufact of automobile parts, an
nounced today the company would re-
duce the working hours at it's plant to
forty-eight hours a week during Oc-
tober. with no change in the scale of
wages
The reduction is voluntary and is
being made as an experiment OWN &
to strong competition. 1t is said, the men
must produce the same results in
forty eight hours as employees at
other plants do in sixty
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09

by an Austrian brigade and heavy
light artillery, were hurled back in an
attempt to throw the SIavs out of Ga
llcia. The Russians counter-attacked
and are driving the enemy westward.
The Austro-German losses reported
early yesterday totaled more than 200
officers and 5000 men.
Crowds gathered in the streets to
cheer the news of the most important
Russian victory in the southeast since
the Austro- German drive began. Ev-
eIywhere the news was connected With
the action of the emperor in assuming
personal charge of the entire Russian
military forces.
1T is an omen of success for the
Little Father was the approving
rlurmur that ran through the crowds
In other sections of the long battle
line similar successes have crowned
the fresh efforts of the cZar'S armies
The Russians have more than 2,00O
prisoners, and not only have beaten
back enemy attempts to advance, but
have delivered successful counter at
ta cks. In the major attempt against
Riga. the Germans have been unable
tC make progress.
Germans Strike in West
Paris, Sept. 9.-There was very
violent fighting last night in the
Argonne region, according to an
nouncement made this afternoon by
the French war office The Germans
attacked the French lines with great
ferocity.
With one exception their lines
everywhere held fast. In the Argonne
a section of trench to the east of
Layon de Binorville was captured by
the Germans.
The French statement says the
nights fighting netted the French
some prisoners.
Important Victory. Says Berlin.
Berlin, Sept 9.-An important vic
tory in the Argonne was announced
today by the war office. French posi-
tions over a front of two kilometers
OK miles and 800 to 500 yards deep
were captured.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
WAR news OF ONE
YEAR AGO TODAY

The battle of the Marine results
victoriously for the Allies.
vienna in gloom at news that
operatiOns against Russians had
cost one-fOurth of the first line
125.OOO men being killed, wounded
or missing.
Austrians begin evacuation of
Cracow. PrZemysl besieged by Rus
SLAMS.
Premier Asquith asks parliament
to authorize a new call for 100000
volunteers.
The south African Union prom
ises whole-hearted support to Brit
ish empire.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
WAR oDDITIEs.

London--A British soldier who
lost his feet at the front and who
was fitted with artificial pedal ex-
tremities. use them SO deXterously
that he Is frequently accosted by
recruiting sergeanfs.
Parfs=A recently issued military
order prohibits soldiers, back from
the front, courting in uniform.
London-The Overseas club has
adopted a suggestion from Canada
to SOW maple seeds around the
graves, cemeteries or roads where
Canadian soldiers have fallen in
France and Flanders.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
Three pitchers in Big show.

Davenport, Ia, Sept 9--The class
of former Three League twirlers was
demonstrated in the major leagues
Wednesday when Jesse Barnes. of
Davenport, won for the Boston Braves
over Brooklyn 4 to 1, allowing five
hits Sheehan, of Peoria, pitching for
the Athletics, gave the Boston Red
Sox seven hits and bIanked them L to
o. McCabe, of Decatur, won for the
St. Louis Browns over Cleveland 5 to
4. allowing seven hits. All three are
Youngsters and all nave advanced to
the majors within the past two
months.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
PAY UP OR QUIT :!
State Camping on Trail of 100
Corporations.
Turn in Tax or Lose Charters
Says BOtkin.

Nearly 100 Kansas corporations
must pay their corporation tax fees to
the state within the next sixty days or
retire from business. That was the
decision today following a conference
between ]. T. Botkin, secretary of
state, and assistants in the attorney
generals office.
For nearly nine months the state
has been trying to make collection
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
ENTENTE ALLIES MASS
FOR SMASHING BLOW
ON THE DARDAhELLES

Sofia. Sept. 9.-According to
information received from reila-
BILE sources, the allies are now
concentrating large forces, includ-
ing many heavy landing artillery,
for general attack on the Dar-
danelIeS.
The presence of mine sweepers
at SeduI-Bahr, near the entrance
to the straits, is regarded as fore
shadowing increased activity, in
Guiding a vigorous bombardment
of the outer DardanelleS forts.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
NORTH Fl, SCOTT
UNDER ARMY LAW
AFTER BIC FLOOD
Capper Orders Out Militia on
Appeal of Mayor.
Troops Held Necessary to En-.
force Sanitary Measures.
FLOOD SECTION IS FIRE TRAP
Water Cuts Off Department in
Main Part of Town.
Water Famine Threatened;
Loss in County $5OO,OOO.
FLOOD SECTION is FIRE TRAP

Fort Scott. Kan, Sept. Ex-Governor
Capper declared martial law in North
Fort Scott, the flooded residence dis
trict, today, and placed Company K,
Kansas National Guard, in charge.
The action followed an appeal by
Mayor Hesser. who told the governor
he believed the guardsmen necessary
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
RUSS IN SIGNAL
VICTORY AS CzkR
TAKES COMMAND
TeutOns Lose More Than 5000
Men Near TarnOpoI.
Kaiser Fails to HurI Russians
Out of Galicia.
new SPIRIT IN MUSCOVY
Slavs See Fortune FavOring the
Little Father.
Germans Unable to Make Pro-
gress Against Riga.
Kaiser Fails to HurI Russians
Out of Galicia.
new SPIRIT IN MUSCOVY
Germans Unable to Make Pro.
gress Against Riga.

Pet.ograd. Sept. "a decisive vic
tory in the fighting before Tarnapol
was chronicled by the war office to-
day as the czar took the command of
the Russian armies. TarnopoI is sew
enty miles east of Lemberg and near
the Galician frontier
Two German divisions reinforced
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
Eighty-siX, Grazed by Death,
Suffer From Injuries.
WOMEN and CHILDREN MANNED
Only One Soldier Killed Among
All the Victims.
Toll of Aircraft in City to Date /;
122 Fatalities, $40 Hurt.

London, Sept. 9.-There were
no Americans among the Zeppelin
air raid victims, the American
embassy and the American con-
Sulatc reported this afternoon.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
BULGARIANS RUSHING GUNS
To DEDEAGHATCH; FORTIFY
STRATEGIC POINTS OF CITY

Paris. Sept. 9.-According to a
dispatch to the Temps from De-
deaghatch, the Bulgarians are ac-
lively fortifying that port and its
dispatch adds, eighteen large pieces
having been taken through the city
last night.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
Gar after TURK
Grand Duke Soon to Strike
Hard on ASiatic Front.
Critics See Method in "Mad-
ness" of Emperor Nicholas.

London. Sept. "a Reuter-
dispatch from Petrograd says
Grand Duke Nicholas started 1or
the Caucasus last evening. Ein-
perOr Nicholas went to the rail-
road station to say farewell to the
new VicerOy.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
ImpOrtant VictorN. Snys

Weather Forecast for Kansas.
Unsettled with probably thunder
showers tonight and Thursday.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1915-09-09
Property Loss Half Million.

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Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
MASON TELLS WHAT !.
WAR MOVES MEAN.

New York. Nov. G.--Lord Kitchen
er probably has gone 70 the near-east
TO assume command OF the allied
forces and TO direct personally tho
Balkan campaign. The fact that he
saw the king and that Premier AS
quith has taken over his duties as
war minister signify that he has left
for considerable period. II IL rea-
sonable TO suppose that the alice,
especially England. want to consoli-
date the Balkan, Gallipoli and Egyp-
tian campaigns under single leader
ship. for on other fronts their arpiies
are already under distinguished lead
ership.
Kitchener made his reputation In
Egypt and specialized on Leyantine
military problems. II he has gone to
the near-east. England has played
her highest trump TO match the Ger
man lead. Should he fail. the grave
OF his reputation Will be In the vicin'
ity OF its birth. This must inspire
him for his supreme effort.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
PROBER
GIVES OREGON j.
EXCELLENT REPORT

Eugene. Nov. 6.---The report OF
investigator Capen into the uniyer-
slty OF Oregon was made public TO-
day by the executive committee OF
tho board OF regents. The report
will be given out In full. II contains
$1,000 words. Capen Is specialist
In higher education from The United
States bureau Of education, and his
examination OF the state university
was conducted during September In
response TO request made to the
federal bureau by the president OF re
gents OF the universities, DIR. Caper
says In his conclusion;
THE investigator would like tc
emphasize his appreciation OF the
general soundness and vigor OF III,
institution. Its faculty as whole Il
alert and capable: the students clean
Intelligent and. for the most part
well prepared. The spirit of the In
stitution, as II has been observed dur
ing the ten days following registra
tlon. is excellent"
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
LIKES Mr., WILSON
BUT O|SAPPROVES
HIS M|L|TAR|SM

Washington. Nov. 6.---Renewing
assurance OF his friendship for the
president, former Secretary OF State
Bryan today followed up his attack
on the executives preparedness pro-
gram with another statement.
In this he declared he has no plans
made for his future course concern
ing the military program.
II have no plans formulated, he
said. Il am doing what I believe
to be the duty OF every citizen.
How can the president know that
the people favor the militarists?
Those approving his plan do not hesi-
tate to express themselves. Why
should those who differ be silent |?
Editors Of metropolitan newspapers
daily fling incense at the feet OF the
'interests'--the munition plants and
armor plate trusts.
Should a country editor like my
self be denied the privilege to OPP
pose what I believe Is wrong? why
should my friendship for the presi.
dent keep me quiet on an issue like
this, with nothing to commend It?'
I When did II become unpatrioti,
/ for citizen TO differ with presi
dent? When has II become disloya
for a democrat to differ with demo
cratic president on an issue which
he declared was non-partisan?
"A great many think that the quar-
ter OF billion dollars we are spend
ing is enough for preparedness an,
are opposed to an increase at present
The burden OF proof is on those VIII
say the increase Is necessary. 1t vii
be hard to prove in view of the pre-
sident's statement, We are nc
threatened and are friendly with Al
nations; everybody knows our ds
fense capacity and we are withor
J fear"
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
ARREST MAN WHO BEAT
YOUTHS OUT OF CASH

(By United Press Leased Wire)
Seattle, Nov. 6.--Elmer and Alonzo
Hoover. 1s and f6 respectively, are
rejoicing today over the arrest in
Oakland, Cal, of Henry Snyder. alias
John Mannon. who will be brought
here and charged with stealing 5000
from them. The Hoovers we're hard
working boys. They came to Seattle
to bank their savings. Snyder was
at the depot looking for easy marks
and he took them in. He offered them
positions, which they accepted. He
said deposit of 500 would be re-
quired to guarantee good faith. They
produced their 5000 roll and he took
it all Ito keep it safe" for them.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
SUCCESSES AND
FAILURES REPORT
Of THE AUSTR|ANS

Vienna. Nov. 6.--Reporting gains
against the Montenegrins. the official
statement today admitted. however,
that some positions had fallen to the
enemy.
I'VE captured Micimotska noun
tain from the Montenegrins west OF
Grahovo." the statement said. Part
of the garrison was captured and the
remainder scattered in the noun
tains. East of Trebinje we captured
several frontier heights.
Certain positions around Herze-
govlna. however. were taken by the
Montenegrins. General Won Koevess
is driving the Serbians into the noun
tains south OF Cacak."
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
LABOR CONVENTION
WILL OPEN SESSION
At FRISCO MONDAY

San Francisco, Nov. 6.--With
nearly 400 delegates present. the
American Federation OF Labor Will
open its two-weeks' convention Mon
day at the exposition. with President
Samuel Gompers presiding.
The bearing the European war will
have later on labor here will be one
OF the important discussions. Out
OF the immigration subject is expect
ed to come a provision for a bill
to go before congress. The general
viewpoint of the delegates is that i'm
migrants should not be admitted
faster than they can be assimilated
and educated.
The question OF endorsing the ma
tional prohibition movement is ex-
pected to precipitate more talk than
any other one matter.
Governor Johnson, Mayor Rolph,
Archbishop Hanna and others will
bid the delegates welcome.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
GEN. VILLAS ARMY
TAKES TRIBUTE FROM
STATE Or SONORA

I'll Paso. Nov. e.-General 0bre-
gon may negotiate with General villa
TO unite against General Carranza.
Reports TO this effect were current
here today. following the visit OF OBJ
RECON here last night on his way to
Aqua Prieta. He was due at Aqua
Prieta today to take command OF
the Carranzista troops now COM
manded by General Gales.
obregon would not discuss Car
rama last night. When questioned
as to the likelihood OF his Joining
with villa. he brushed the questions
aside With the simple statement;
Mexico viii be at peace soon"
The popularity OF "El Mocho'
tone-armed mani, as the Mexicani
called obregon. has caused feut
between the general and Carranza
In Saltillo. Torreon and other citie'
which they have visited together
the multitude has inevitably wildl!
acclaimed ooregon and has hardly ;
cheer for Carranza
| General Serrano. obregon's chic
of stan, who preceded his chief a
Aqua Prieta, reported that Genera
Gales and the garrison there ar
kindly disposed towards Obregon an,
will welcome him.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
BEACH CONfBERs ARE
REAPING RICH HARVEST
(By United Press Leased Wire. }

{ Wv Onlh0u Ntnn t<u2cNu
( Marshheld. Nov. 6.--The steamer
Santa Clara was breaking up today
and hopes of salvaging most OF the
cargo were almost abandoned. The
Santa Clara went ashore In Coos
bay last Tuesday.
Beach combers were reaping rich
harvest. Merchandise OF all kinds
was coming ashore In vast quanti-
ties. One man Is said to have re-
trieved twenty cases OF whiskey. The
authorities fear a general celebration
along the beach because of tho abun-
dance of free liquor.
No additional bodies have been re-
covered.
II was necessary early today to
call out the coast guards to quell a
general riot started by beach comb
ers, who, intoxicated with the whis-
key that came ashore, began fighting
for plunder from the steamer Santa
Clara. A terrible orgy has been In
progress since last night, when the
cases OF liquor began to pile up on
the beach ss, a i8u,
Hundreds OF persons are combing
the beach and EFFORTS to stop the
plundering have been futile.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
TAMMANY AND
WILSON TO WORK IN
HARMONY IN 1916

New York, Nov. G.--rammany and
Roger Sullivan leaders, II was an
nounccd today. following President
Wilson's visit here. will cooperate
with the administration in the COM
Ing campaign. Differences have been
settled. II Is known that national
committeeman and close friends OF
the president informally conferred
with Murphy and Sullivan. who have
been outside the administration fold.
The president himself did not parti-
cipate personally.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
AUSTR|ANS ARE
ROUTED At PR|LEP
BY THE ALLIES

Paris, Nov, 6,-French infantry
and British cavalry combined with
the Serbs in routing the Bulgarians
from Prilep, It was officially an
nounced today. This victory brought
to a decisive close. for now at least,
the attempt to overrun Macedonia.
The Bulgars we're advancing on the
Prilep road at Tsvor when the Ser
bians and allies sailed out of Babuna
pass and attacked them. Battling
had proceeded for several days when
the allies arrived at Krivolak and
dashed into the fight, sending the
Bulgars quickly In disorderly retire
ment toward veles. The vardar river
has been cleared of the enemy.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
RECALLED COMMISSIONERS
GUILTY OF NONFEAsANCf'

North Yakima. Wash, Nov Co.
Pleas OF guilty to an indictment for
nonfeasanee have boon entered by
the threo recalled county commission
era. James Lancaster. w. II. Stahlhut
and James Stuart, Their attorneys
will ask covert lenioncy. and small
fines only are expected. The indict'
mcpt arises from road work during
the last year,
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
Envelops. &c per package. zoe per
100.--Courier Office.
RECEPTION FOR LOTTA
CRABTREE AT FRISCO
(py United Press Leased wire,

(By United Press Leased Wlre.)
San Francisco, Nov. 6.--Lotta
Crabtree, once the idol of San Fran
cisco's theatrical heart, returned to
the scene of her girlhood triumphs
today. San Francisco, in her capacity
as hostess, has entertained many dis
tinguished persons this year. but for
Lotta, as she Is familiarly known
among San Franciscans, was reserved
the greatest tribute Of all, She came
here from Boston with party Of
friends especially to receive the hom-
age Of the city,
The curtain Of time was raised
when Miss Crabtree arrived at the
Ferry building. White-haired men,
who recalled how this little woman
once played the leading role in their
puppy love" dreams, and elderly
women who recalled the envy with
which they had once viewed her were
on hand to Join In extending a well
come.
A big crowd Of theatrical folks,
city officials, and other admirers were
on hand also. The municipal band
played "Home, Sweet Home as the
crowd cheered her and hats came of
and hands we're extended In greeting,
ys--T-Tr-TT---T-s ,ssikgf
l.tbogranhnl .trrit box labels at
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
SEC. DANIELS LOSES
NEWSPAPER PLANT BY FIRE

Raleigh. N. G.. Nov. s.-seeretary
Daniels News and Observer plant
was destroyed by fire today. with a
loss of upwards of sSO,OOO. The
state printery adjoining. which cost
s225.O0o, was also destroyed.
Daniels carried $4,000 insurance.
This is the second time his plant has
been destroyed by fire.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
ELEVEN JURORS NOW
READY To TRY SCHMIDT
INV United Press Leased Wire. J

Los Angeles. Nov, G.---ono more
Juror must Ne sworn In the murder
trial OF N. A, Schmidt, alleged Times
dynamitcr, and then the prosecution
can begin introduction OF evidence,
Tho twelfth Juror probably will be
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
KENTUCKIAN MOTHER OF
% CHILDREN IN ~ MONTHS

tny United press Lensed Wire)
Lexington. Ky. Nov, 6.-Theodore
Roosevelt would be proud OF Mrs.
Gather Drury, 80 years old. She
has given birth to nine children In
eighteen months. Her latest addi-
tion TO the population of Kentucky
was four boys,
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1915-11-07
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
OF WAR IN SEATTLE
(By United Press Leased Wire.

(By United Press Leased Wire.)
Seattle. Nov 6.-Henry Brecken-
ridge. assistant secretary of war, was
here today inspecting the Puget
Sound forts-Lawton. Casey and
Flagler. He is en- route to San Fran
cisco. where he is to attend the con-
ference of the national guard Noveni-
Der 8 to IL.