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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

PRESSING FORWARD
Captives Embrace Germans and Aus
trians-Attacks of Teutons Ma
terially Weakened

Petrograd, Feb. 24.--In one month
operations in the Carpathian noun
tairs the Russian armies have taken
more than $4,000 prisoners, and it is
claimed at the war Office today that
the Czar's troops are slowly, but
steadily pressing on to complete vic
tory along the entire Galician front.
The prisoners include both Ger
man and Austrian troops. The attack
Of the Teutonic allies have been seri-
ously' weakened by their losses in
artillery as we'll as men. The Rus
slams now are in possession OF seven
teen guns and 118 machine guns The
Cars successes in the Carpathians
are declared by Russian military ex-
perts to ''border on the miraculous"
because of the severe weather con-
ditions under which they were won.
They assert that the gains in the
southern theater of operations and
The stopping of the German offensive
in rorthern Poland presage complete
victory over the Austro-German
armies. which are now believed TO be
making their supreme efforts.
Fierce fighting is now in progress
over y 125 mile front in the Carpath-
ians. The Russian wedge driven
through Dukla Pass into Hungary
is holding tneaciously to the ground
aained while to the east CT ptSia
Pass the Russian line is being pushed
forward slowly, despite the obstinate
resistance of the Teutons.
Tremendous losses have been in
nicted on the Germans by the Rus
sian artillery at Ossowiec.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
GUILTY OF KILLING HUSBAND
Young Woman Sentenced To Inde-
terminated Term In Pen.

Bristol. Va. Feb. 24-Mrs. Paul
inc Horton Bond was convicted here
Yesterday Of manslaughter on the
charge of having murdered her hus-
hand, Merritt Walker Bond, a Ken
tucEian. and was sentenced by Judge
Dana Harmon to an indeterminate
pericd of from 2 to 10 years in the
Tennessee State prison.
Mrs. Bond, who is q years old
admitted having killed her husband
wnor she shot down on a street OF
prietol in December. She said Bond
hsd forced her to life of shame
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
BRITISH STEAMER
IS TORPEDOED
German Submarines Work
in English Channel off
Folkstone
ALL THE CREW ESCAPE
British Cabinet Meets Today-Allies
Planning Concerted Attack to Rs-
Iieve Present Conditions

Dover. Feb. 24--The British
steamship Oakley, Of West Hart'e-
pool, was torpedoed and sunk by 3
German submarine in the Englisn
Channel off Folkstone today, Mc.n
hers of her crew of thirty were lana.
cd.
The Oakley was not far from tie
Eolkstone pier when she was attacked
ir the lane used by British transports
crossing the channel from FolkstoEc.
London. Feb. 81 Drastic repli-
sails against Germany will follow iiet
newest submarine raids in the Eng
i:Sh Channel.
The British cabinet met today. t"-
fore nightfall the government Is -
pected to make public details OF con-
certed plan Of attack agreed upol- by
the allies to force abandonment a
the warfare against British merchant
men.
That an embargo will be lad
against all food shipments to Ger
many was the report before the cab
met assembled. But in addition TO 4
determined effort to cut of tile
Kaiser's food supply, it is limited that
:. more aggressive campaign will Ee
launched
Increased activity around the ad-
rnira!.y Offices today lends color to
Toe ferort that the British nav:' IS
about to embark upon an important
movement.
German submarines have torpedoed
al least two steamers in the English
Channel within the last twenty four
hours. The Germans have attempt
cd TO sink the passenger carrying
i,ac:iet Victoria, en- route from
Boulogne or Folkstone.
Ninety two civilians narrowly es-
caped death when German tofPea"
PASSED within thirty yards OF the
yictoria's bow. Another large steam
e. identity unknown, is reported III
distress off Hastings, her Geek
awash. Dispatches from coast towns
say she torpedoed or struck q
irine.
That Norway intends to lodge an
~, p,phatic protest to Germany, '"i'
iowirg the torpedoing Of the Nor
wcgian steamer Regin yesterday
vas made known today. The Nor
,vecian government directed its
minister here to proceed at once to
Dover and examine members OIL TIE
crew of the Regin.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
SCARCITY IN GERMANY
ROYAL Family Living. Frugally Dur.
ing Present Conditions.

/ Berlin, Feb. 24-The first day:
trial of bread tickets, which ever!
German was required TO have in ordel
70 receive his supply, resulted in
some misunderstanding and friction
hut Tho system, in general, worked
well. although there were consldera'
BILE DELAYS at the bakeries. The
greatest inconveniences were eXper'-
enced at the restaurants. where many
of the guests forgot TO bring bread
cards. and for that reason were al
loved no bread. The innovation also
greatly crippled the numerous auto
matte. restaurants.
Every German received ticket
early in the morning, emitting him to
his supply. Every member Of the I'M
perial family, as well as the humolest
households. were included in the dis
tribut:on without distinction.
As early as November the SOCIAL
led ..K bread" rye bread with an
adn:xture of potatoes, was introduc-
ed at court, and since then has been
used daily. When the commander-ln
chief of Branlenburg issued some
weeks ago prohibition of night
baking, fresh rolls were banlshed
from the imperial breakfast table
both at the royal palace and at
palace where the empress
is at present living An egg, some
warmed-up-rolls, and tea or coffee
forms the breakfast OF the empress.
AT ): O'Clock in the afternoon there Is
SOD and fish or vegetable course.
The evening meal contains one meat.
generally one vegetable with potatoes
usually served in their jackets. OFTEN
however. only cold meat and potato
salad are served.
This menu is but slignthly alter
e. when the emperor returns from
eadquarters where his fare is oil
Spartan simplicity. The chief change
in thick soup OF which fhe
monarch is very fond. Frequently
ne midday meal is composed Of sucr
l soup alone.
There are no pastries or whipped
.ream except when the children OF
the crown prince come tn visit gra'id7-'
mother.
Commoners are being urged to
:ollow the imperial example III mod
.,ra.io2 and to eat during the wal
mot more than three meals a day
The cry for three meals day IN
;iead of five. and the saving OF 4o
,er cent in food consumption, VIII
,ct be popular however with certain
.lasses who are dissatisfied with the
Of 4 - pounds OF bread
l week.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
NEWS OF THE DAY

George H. Brimhall president OF
the Brigham Young Co-educational
University of Utah, a delegate to the
National Educational Association in
session in Cincinnati, has come out
in favor Of polygamy for the ad-
vancement of the race In an adj
dress he declared that "Strict neu-
trality in the family as promoted by
plurality of wives, maintained
peace in the family Of a many wived
husband while 4 singularity Of wives
more often causes family discord and
divorce"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
AFTER MONTICELLO.
viii Call for the Consideration o.
Resolution Before Congress
AdjOurns.

Washington, Feb. 24.-The House
Rules Committee late yesterday rs-
ported to the House resolution "p-
propriating $5OO,0o0 for the purchase
of Monticello, the Virginia estate i
Thomas Jefferson. Chairman Hem
announced he would call for its con
sideratior at the earliest opportuh!.}
before Congress adjourns. Previou&-
~ the Rules Committee voted to &C.
port a spedal sale for CONSIDERABLE
of the measure.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

According to trustworthy official
news from Constantinople, the condi-
tions of the Turkish army is des-
perate. An important parsonage
coming from Constantinople states
there is a very strong feeling among
the Turkish officers and among the
civilian populations in favor Of
peace The Turkish army which was
dispatched toward the Suez Canal
was unable TO advance owing TO the
lack Of water, despite the existence
of several artesian wells and the
introduction of Il light railway sys-
tenn. There is great destitution il
Constantinople. Severa! Of the En-
ropean shops have been closed and
the vital necessities Of life are priced
very high.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

-
Had been growing worse and for
weeks she had been suffering from
insomnia.
So serious grew the wife's condition
that Mr.. and Mrs. Cockrell came to
Washington from Covington on We'd
nesday. Cockrell thought that a
visit with relatives in Washington
and at Del Ray, and the treatment
of physicians would aid his wife. The
couple spent few days with Cock
rell's sister. Mrs. Hanford, and then
went to Del Ray to visit Mrs. Cock
rell'S relatives.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

a dispatch from Amsterdam Ex-
change says reports from the Ger
man frontier state that much neas-
mess exists at the German fortified
seaport of Cuxhaven concerning two
large submarines which have not re.
turned to their base. The undersea
boats are said to be two days over.
due, and it is feared they have beer
destroyed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

Davimar Theodore. president Of
Haiti, abdicated his office yesterday
The leader Of the revolutionary ann.
General Guillaume, is expected TO en-
ter the city shortly: The United
States will undertake negotiations
with Gen. Guillaume, looking to a
correction of the deplorable fnanc.2l
conditions of Haiti.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
FUNERAL NOTICE.

The funeral OF Mrs. Ida Virginia
Wallace will take place from Trinity
Methodist Church Thursday after
noon at 3 o'clock. Intermens priv
ate.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
LOCAL BREVI'TIES

In the Corporation Court vester-
day Frederick P. Russell, commits
sioner in rhancery filed his report In
the case of Mrs. Nellie V. Ramey
against the News Publishing Com:-
pany Company. Incorporated ard
others.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

Carter H. Harrison, now compile
ting his fifth term as mayor Of Chic
ago, was defeated yesterday for the
Democratic nomination by Robert NJ.
Sweitzer, clerk of Cook county.
Sweitzer's plurality was estimated
late last night at more than $4,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC.

On and after March lst, 1915, I
will not be responsible for any debts
contracted by MY wife except upon
my written order.
23-3t. OSCAR c. MILLER.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

DIED-Sunday morning at the home
of his parents, Pacific Grove. Cal,
FREDERIC HEWES PRYOR, third
son Of Ida Smyth and Jno. P.
Pryor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

A called meeting of the Board Of
Police Commissioners vii! be held
tonight at 7:30 o'clock ir tie Office
Of Mayor Fisher.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

Clyde Sullivan and A:rhU" Ear
rington, two young white men, were
sent to jail for three months each to-
day for stealing chickens from the
residence of Mrs. May Ly(es, 2l5
south Fayette street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

At meeting Of Alexandria Lodge
of Elks held last night arrangements
were made for the visit of the Dis
trict Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler
which will take place early rext
month.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

An attempt to blow up the Japa-
nese building at the Panama Pacific
Exposition at San Francisco was
discovered yesterday by a janitor,
who found in the basement beneath
a huge showcase a stick of dynamite,
the fuse half burned. Every effort
was made to keep the affair secret
but guarded story was published
in local Japanese paper. 1t IS re,
ported that everal other sticks OF
dynamite were found in the building
hut other than to acknowledge that
one stick was found, the japanese
consul iwll not discuss the subject
A searching investigation is in pro
eress. but so far there is no c!e"; tc
the identity of the man who attempt
ed to perpetrate the act.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

Mrs. Ida Y. Wallace, widow OF
Robert A. Wallace, died at her resi-
dence on south Fairfax street yester-
day afternoon. She is survived by
three children.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

In the Corporation Court today
Charles Jones was appointed admin
istrator Of the estate Of his wife,
Bette Jones.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

"St. Elmo" at the Surprise to
night in six reels.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

An official announcement given out
by the bureau Of information in
London says riot at Singapore in
the Fifth light infantry over promo
tions has been quelled. The loss of
life in the proceedings was some
what serious"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24

The cabinet of the Duchy Of Lux
emburg has resigned. but no reason
has beer c.ven for the ministry's re-
tirement.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1915-02-24
WEATHER REPORT

. Rain this afternoon; partly
cloudy and cooler tonight ard
Thursday.
High tide 3:31 a. m. and 3:55
Norwich bulletin., 1915-03-24
BANQUET FOR WORKERS
 IN Y. M. c. A. MINISTRIES
Served by Woman's Auxiliary-Forty-
 Nine Enjoyed the Evening.

Those who took part in the recent minstrel show given by the Y. M. c. 4. for the benefit of the Y. M. C. A. camp and those who in any way as- sisted in making the minstrels a suc- association building on Tuesday even ing at 6.15 o'clock. Forty-nine were served the following menu by the ladies of the Woman's auxiliary to the Y. M. c. A.: Roast beef, mashed po- tatoes, corn, tomato soup, pickles, rolls, pineapple salad, saltines, ice cream, cake and coffee.
 Those who occpied seats at the heads or the four tables were Mrs. H. M. Pollock, Miss Mary Richards, Mrs. Frederick Lester and Mrs. Curtis Hull.
 J. H. Ely, boys secretary, was master of ceremonies and remarks were made by James L. Case, presi- dent of the r. M c. A., J. c. Over bagh. who was inter1ocutor of the min strels and General Secretary Edwin Hill. Vocal solos were rendered by Frank Racine, Charles Coblyn and George Mullen and there was also a whistling solo by Miss Vera Blair ac- companied by Miss Florence Schofield.
 The committee of ladies in charge of the supper comprised Mrs. William Fitch, Mrs. George Guard Mrs. John B. Oat, Mrs. Fitch Allen, Mrs. G. Cur tis Hill, Mrs Depresse and Mrs. Mil lard. Assisting as waitresses were Miss Sarah. Loring, Miss Catherine Holns, Miss Dorothy McClenathan, Miss Isbister and Miss Morgan.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-03-24
FUN ERALS,
Mrs. Frank Larrabee.

The funeral of Mrs. Sarah Larrabee, wife of Frank LaTTabee of Broad street, Groton, was held Monday af- ternoon at her home at o'clock The service was conducted by Rev. Henry W. Hubert, pastor of the Groton Con- gregational church. Burial was in the Starr cemetery. The bearers were Charles Larrabee of Windham. Frank Larrabee of Willimantic, Carl w. Brown and Allyn L. Brown of Nor and B. A. Copp. IT,, of Chicago.
 Mrs. Truman Reyes.
 Many relatives and friends were present at the funeral of Annie wife of Truman Reyes, which was held at the Uncasville M E. church at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon with Rev. MT. Adams, the pastor, officiating. The church choir sang during the service. The bearers were Huber Dart, Frank Sawyer, Elmer Kenerson, Charles Wat son, H. Shields and Harold Cornet. Burial took place in Comstock cem- etery and committal service was conducted at the grave by Rev. MT. Adams. There were a number of handsome floral offerings
 Undertakers Church and Allen had charge of the funeral arrangements.
 Mrs. Nelson J. Packer.
 Tuesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock the funeral of Rachel Spicer; widow of Nelson G. Packer, was held from her home in Preston City, with Rev. A. L. Tedford. pastor of the Baptist church of that place, officiating, as- sisted by Rev. MT. Robbins. The bear CTS were Deacon Woodmansee, Benja- min Butler. George V. Shedd and B. A. Johnson and burial took place in the Preston City cemetery The church quartette sang Rock of Ages and The Christians Goodnight
 There was a large attendance and there were a number of handsome floral offerings.
 Undertakers Church and Allen had charge of the funeral arrangements.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-03-24
AT DAVIS THEATRE.
u TroVatore.

The production of Verdis opera Il Trovatore at the Davis theatre on Tuesday evening by the Boston Eng fish Opera company was one that elicited much complimentary comment from the music lovers in the fair sized audience. and their appreciation was shown especially by the applause they gave for the beautiful soprano of Miss Mirth Carmen, who sang the part of Leonora in voice full of warmth and sympathy which she had under admir- able control. There was fiattering recognition too for the acting and sing ing of Miss Elaine De Sellem as the wandering gypsy, whose contralto voice was well suited to the part. Joseph F. Sheehans tenor voice in the character of Manrico was we'll liked, especially in the well known tower scene, and Ar thur Deane's baritone was heard with fine effect in the part of the Count di Luna. There were numerous curtain calls whcih were given with spontane- ous enthusiasm, but the fact that the company failed to have its own orches- tra was a matter of disappointment which many in the audience comment ed upon.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-03-24
INJUNCTION HEARING Heard by Judge Shumway-Over Rent ing Store in Ward BuiIdina,

In hearing in chambers here on Tuesday in the superior court room, Judge M A. Shumway heard the evi- dence and the arguments in an appli- cation for a temporary injunction brought by Abraham and Eunice Alex ander against Loretta F. Ward, tr71s- tee. in charge of the Ward building on Market street The plaintiffs have been tenants, running a shoe store in the building.
 Judge Shumway said he would give a decision before Saturday.
 The A1eXanders, it was shown, had had a lease of the store from May, 1914, to May. 1915, with rent at $45 per month, payable in advance on the 20th of the month, but allowing ten days of grace. If not paid in that time the lease was to be terminated. It was shown that throughout the time they occupied the store they frequent ly ran over the days of grace in mak- ing their payments, but late payments were always accepted until the one offered on the 3rd of March, which was one day beyond the day of grace. This rent payment was refused by the trus- store he occupied was rented.
 The next day the trustee sent him notice to quit possession of the store by the 11th of March and followed this up with summary process. The mo- tion for a temporary injunction fol- lowed this.
 The whole building has been rented it was shown for SS5 per month to Thun and Lovenburger for a clothing store.
 Attorney J. J. Desmond appeared for the plaintiff and Attorneys c. L. Stew art and, A. A Browning for the trus- tee.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-03-24
DfSALLOWED CLAIM AGAINST
 TOWN OF BROOKLYN,
Compensation Commissioners Ruling in Case of School Teacher Whose Death Occurred from Pneumonia.

DA James J. Donohue, compensation commissioner, filed on Tuesday with the clerk of the superior court oc Wfndham county decision disallow- ing the claim brought against the town of Brooklyn by William K. Arnold cf Danielson on behalf of his deceased wife, Julietta K. Arnold.
 Mrs. Arnold was a school. teacher. Her death from pneumonia occurred on Dec. 5, 1914, and the claim was made on the ground that her illness arose out of and in the course of her em- ployment.
 In summing up the evidence by which he reached his decision, Com missioner Donohue said: - she had previous attack of pneumo- mia some four or five years before which Dr. Todd testified he had treated her for, and the fact that there is a powerful tendency to recurrence in this disease, the fact also that Mrs Arnold was weak and ailing and had a lowered vitality due to pre-exisdng disease, having suffered in the springtime from an illness, and considering that there was no initial chill which is so pro- nounced in pneumonia and also that Dr. Todd stated that he did not know when she contracted the disease, also considering that Mrs. Arnold had been indiscreet in taking care of herself in regard to wetting her feet and other indtscretions, and considering all the predisposing factors which were pres ent in her case, such as the long period of sytemtc depression preceding this Rttask of pneumonia, the testimony failed to show any casual connection between the disease which caused the death of Mrs. Arnold and the ocCupa- Hon in which she was engaged.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-03-24
NEWSPAPER TIP
 LANDED FRAUD WORKER
Michael kisseIl Held for Superior
 Court Trial.

Because D. J. Morrisey reads the papers and Michael Kissell apparent ly does not, Michael was arrested at MT. Morrissey's saloon when he tried to work the same fraud game Mon day that he has been following up for some time in turning in @ big order to be sent to fictitious address and then taking away part of the order on the plea that he wanted 1t before the whole lot could be delivered.
 In the city court Tuesday Kissel1 was bound over to the superior court for trial under bonds of $500. He went to jail.
 He appeared at the Morrissey place on Monday about l o'clock, giving a big order for kegs of beer and bottled goods, but the person waiting on him suggested that he could send the goods right up to the address given on North Main street and that Kis- could ride on the express team.
 By a telephone message to police headquarters the clerk found Police man Charles Smith answering. He was asked to come down to deliver some goods at North Main street. He realized what was in the wind and answered that he would do so. When he arrived he arrested the man.
 Kssell has since been identified by a number of persons whom he has victimized. Among the places where he worked his game were the stores of B. Katz & Co.,, George Greenberger Justin Holden. R. F. Smith. W. E. Jones, Herman Jackel. Franklin Rum ford, and Thomas F. Moriarty.
 of operations gave the business men the information that enabled one to land him when he appeared to try to work it again.
Norwich bulletin., 1915-03-24
HELD IN PROVIDENCE
 FOR DANIELSoN AUTHORITIES.
Edward ZaIko Going to Fight Extradi-
 tion-Charged With EmbezzIement.

Edward Zalko, alias Totras Yalkin, 2G, was arrested in Providence Monday by Inspector L. F. Godfrey of police headquarters and Patrolman Cava- naugh of the Second station as a fugi- tive from justice from Danielson, Conn. Upon the advice of his counsel, John J. Fitzgerald, he refused to waive extradition rights and was arraigned Tuesday morning in the Sixth district court. He pleaded not guilty and was held in $500 for trial April 2.
 The warrant charged Zalko with the embezzlement of $135 from Nathan Berkovitz of Providence. It is claimed that some weeks ago he was given tho money for the purpose of purchasing hens in Danielson, to which place he is said to have gone with horse and wagon. It is alleged that he failed to return and spent the money.
 Early in February he was arrested in Providence and later arraigned in the Sixth district court, where Judge Gorham ruled that the case was not within the jurisdiction of Rhode Island courts, as the alleged offense was com mitted in Connecticut. The defendant was accordingly released.
 MT Berkovitz carried the matter to the Connecticut authorities, with the result that last Saturday night Cap tain of Inspectors Nickerson received word from the chief of police of Daniel son asking the apprehension of Zalko, who was arrested early Monday after noon.