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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
LADIES OF q. A. q.
Phil Sheridan Circle Elects of6csrs
Tuesday Afternoon

Phil Sheridan Circle, Ladies Of the q.
A. r.. held an election of officers in q. A.
r. hall at the regular meeting Tuesday
afternoon, the following officers and del
egates being chosen: President, Belle T..
Sanborn: senior vice president, Lillian
Heffernan; junior vice president, Alice M.
Gushing; chaplain. Elizabeth Rollins;
treasurer, Fannie E. Aldrich secretary,
Emma A. Gannett: conductor. Mary Z.
Runnells; guard, Elizabeth Murray The
delegates elected were four in number.
they being Addie Gay, Fannie Aldrich.
Alice Gushing and Catherine Peters.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
ANNOUNCEMENT
Continued from Page One)

tered the war in order to roll up the
German position in the east and those
Of Germany's allies. At the same time
the grand offensive in Somme had as
its object to pierce the German west
ern front. and the renewed Italian at
tacks were intended to paralyze Aus
ria-Hungary.
THE situation was serious" the
chancellor continued. But with Gods
help our troops shaped conditions so
as to give us security which not only
is complete but more so than ever be-
fore. The western front stands. Not
only does it stand. but in spite of the
Rumanian campaign it Is fitted out
with larger reserves of men and ma
terial than 1t had been formerly. The
most effective precautions have been
taken againts all Italian diversions.
And while on the Somme and on the
Carso the drum fire resounded while
the Russians launched troops against
the eastern frontier Of Pennsylvania,
Field Marshal Won Hindenburg cap
tured the whole Of western wallachia
and the hostile capital of. Bucharest,
leading with unparalleled genius, the
troops that in competition with all the
allies made possible what hitherto was
considered impossible
hindenburs Untirine
And Hindenburg does not rest Mil
itary operations progressed. BY strokes
of the sword at the same firm founda-
tions for our economic needs have been
laid. Great stocks Of grain, victuals, oil
and other goods fell into our hands in
Rumania. Their transport has begun.
In spite Of scarcity. we could have lived
on our own supplies. but now our safety
is beyond question.
To these great events on land" the
chancellor continued. heroic deeds of
equal importance are added by our sub
marines. The spectre of famine, which
our enemies intended to appear before
us, now pursues them without mercy.
When. after the termination of the first
year of the war. the Emperor addressed
the nation in a public appeal. he said:
Having witnessed such great events,
my heart was filled with awe and deter
mination.'
Neither our Emperor nor our nation
changed their minds in this respect.
Neither have they now. The genius and
heroic acts Of our leaders have FASH
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

ments and works of many decades are
doomed to humiliation.
Germany Is carrying on a war of de-
fence against her enemies, which aim at
her destruction. She fights to assure the
integrity Of her frontiers and the liberty
of the German nation, for the right which
she claims to develop freely her intellec-
tual and economic energies in peaceful
competition and on an equal footing with
other nations. All the efforts Of their
enemies are unable to shatter the heroic
armies of the (Teutonic) Allies. which
protect the frontiers Of their countries,
strengthened by the certainty that the
enemy shall never pierce the iron wall.
"Those fighting on the front know that
they are supported by the whole nation,
which lie inspired by love for its country
and is ready for the greatest sacrifices
and determined to defend to the last ex-
tremity the inherited treasure of intel
lectual and economic work and the social
organization and sacred soil Of the coun-
try.
Certain Of our own strength. but
realizing Europe's sad future if the
war continues; seized with pity in the
face of the unspeakable misery Of hui
manity, the German Empire in accord
with her allies repeats what the chan
cellor already has declared a year ago,
that Germany is ready to give peace
to the world by setting before the
whole world the question whether or
no it is possible to find basis for an
understanding.
"Since the first day Of the Pontifical
reign, His Holiness the Pope has I'M
swervingly demonstrated, in the most
generous fashion his solicitude for the
innumerable victims Of this war. He
has alleviated the sufferings and amel-
iorated the sufferings Of thousands of
men injured by this catatrophe. Inspir-
ed by the exalted ideas of his ministry,
His Holiness has seized every oppor-
tunity in the interest Of humanity to
end such sanguinary war.
1.-The Imperial government is firm
ly confident that the initiative of the
four powers will find friendly welcome
on the part Of His Holiness and that
the work of peace can count upon the
precious support Of the Holy See."
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
ST. Adams

Mr.. and Mrs. Charles F. Emery have
returned from their wedding trip and
will live at his former home.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. B. Southland have
gone to Windsor, W.T. to pass the win
ter with their children
c. A. Batchelder is in Boston on
business.
Miss Carrie I. Withem, who is to
teach the grammar school, has arrived
from her home in Castine.
Mrs. V. B. Gordon and two daugh-
ters Miss Bessie and Miss Vera came
Saturday from their home in West
Sullivan. Miss Bessie Gordon will
teach the primary school. She and
her mother will stay at the Willow
Tree Inn and Miss Bessie Gordon will
teach at the Five Corners.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
PALMYRA

Mr.. and Mrs. Royal Furbush are visit
ing in Cliftondale, Mass, Mrs. Furbush
for month and Mr.. Furbush for a week,
Born Dec. z. to Mr.. and Mrs. RALPH,
Dyer daughter Mildred Marguerite)
Mrs. Lovina Cookson is caring for mother
and child.
Mr.. and Mrs. D. s. Emerson Of Souti,
st. Adams went Friday morning to Bos.
ton. returning home Sunday evening.
Mr.. and Mrs Sidney Weeks were in
Newport Sunday to attend the funeral OF
Mr.. Weeks uncle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

For the first time In a number Of
years Daniel Whitehouse was not in
his accustomed seat in the Ward 3
polling place during Mondays election
and many Of the voters Of that ward
marked his absence. Mr.. .Whitehouse
has been suffering from a severe cold
and has been confined to his home. %
Pleasant street, and although he was
able to go to the polling place at tho
corner Of Winthrop and State streets
and deposit his ballot he did not deem
it wise to remain out great while. He
was reported yesterday as improving
and HIS frineds hope to see him all
right again within a short time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

Government circles also held aloof
from any discussion with an evident
desire to learn more Of the details be-
fore committing the new administra-
ton to a definite course Of action. The
foreign office would make no state
ment on the absence of the terms.
From Close Associates
Those in close association with the
new government took the view that
the proposals would prove entirely un-
acceptable, mainly because they were
not likely to touch what the ruling
authorities regard as the most essen
tial basis of any peace. namely, such
guarantees against German militarism
as will permit England, France and
their allies to demobilize their vast
armies. reduce their enormous mill
tary expenses and return to lasting
conditions Of peace.
Both Premier Lloyd George and Mr..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

Tho Augusta Woman's Suffrage League
will next Saturday have a formal OPEN
ing Of their new headquarters room in the
old Purinton block. and cooked food
sale will be the opening event, to be held
from till 6 p. M. At this time tea.
sandwiches and cake will be served and
all who are interested are invited to at
tend at this time. During the week be-
fore Christmas the headquarters room Is
to be kept open daily from 10 A. NJ. till
P. M. as sort Of rest room for the
shopping public. and bundles will be
checked there free Of charge. the public
being invited to take advantage Of this
service. The work will be in charge of
the ways and means committee, of which
Mrs. Guy P. Gannett Is chairman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Funeral Of Mrs. s. M. Lunt

The funeral services Of the late Mrs.
Susan M. Lunt were held at 1 O'Clock
Tuesday noon at the late home on
South State street and were attended
by a number of the relatives and
friends Of the deceased. Rev. E. w.
Weber. pastor of the Universalist
church Of Halloweu. officiated. The
floral offerings were many and beauti-
full. The bearers were Samuel Davis.
George Kilgore, George Holbrooks and
Charles Lunt The interment was in
the family lot at Oak Grove cemetery
at Gardiner
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Holds Up All Of
U. S. Diplomatic
Issues Pending

Washington, Dec. Zone immediate
effect Of the peace developments upon
the United States will be to hold vir-
tually in allegiance all the diplomatic
issues pending with the warning coun-
tries. The new submarine issue with
Germany, the protest against depor-
tation Of Belgians, the controversy
with Great Britain over mails and
commerce all will mark time until it
becomes apparent whether they will be
solved by the advent of peace.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Funeral Of G. K. Hayes

Funeral services for the late G. X.
Hayes were held at o'clock Tuesday
afternoon at the home. 4S Bangor
street, Rev. w. J. Layton of the Green
street Methodist church officiating in
the presence Of the relatives and a
large number Of friends and amid floral
tributes. Selections were rendered by
quartet composed Of the Misses Mary
Coughlin and Marion Lawrence. J. F.
MacNichol and Harry Chamberlain. In
terment was made in the family lot in
Maple Grove cemetery, Randolph. tho
bearers being two sons-in-law, J. @.
johnson and H. M. Springer, and two
nephews. A. r. Hayes and e. w.
Hunt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

Balfour, secretary for foreign affairs
are slightly ill, and this may result in
deferring the announcement of the
plans Of the new government next
Thursday, but if an announcement is
made. it will possibly include refer
ence to the German proposal, though
this is unlikely, pending receipt of the
proposal itself through official chan
nels.
Early Expressions
Some early expressions indicating
the general drift of sentiment were as
follows:
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle says: 1--WE
want to know more about the terms, for
without them the imperial chancellor
suggestion of peace is preposterous and
ridiculous. We, too, are conscious of
victory and his boastings will be laughed
at"
The Marquis of Londonderry: I'VE
have got to win the war. The peace at
the present time would be disastrous to
the nation and the empire. 1t is only a
question of time and we will win out
absolutely"
Principal Bureaus of Kings College:
mo peace is possible on the basis that
Germany is victorious
Parker's Opinion
Sir Gilbert Parker after mingling with
his associates in the House of Commons
said:
This is clearly political maneuver de-
signed to impress the world as a dramat-
ic stroke but having little serious pur-
pose towards securing an enduring peace.
One of the chief essentials of any peace
would be such a curbing of German mil
itarism that resumption of the presen,
conflict would be impossible. Without
such guarantee England and France
would be compelled as a matter Of self
defence to retain vast armies and thus
continue the enormous war burdens of the
present, instead of being permitted to re-
sumo peace with the assurance that they
will not again be plunged into similar
warfare.
Newspaper Comment
The late editions of the evening news
papers comment sarcastically on the Ger.
man peace offer. The Evening News says
that inasmuch as the Germans have OBJ
tanned their maximum of plumber" and
as 1.-The avenger in the shape of Lloyd
George is about to inflict punishment, "
Germany now desires to make peace.
1.-THE chancellors declaration is almost
hlasphemous," the News continues. aft
er the crushing Of the citizens of Ruma-
MIA and the deportation of French and
Belgians. the Kaiser and chancellor place
on the Allies the responsibility for con-
tinuing the war;"
Belgian Rumor
The Daily Telegraph today prints prom
inently the following:
1--WE have received information from an
unimpeachable source that the Central
Powers recently offered peace to Belgium
on the following terms:
1.-The Belgians are invited to insist
upon immediate peace. In return for this
their country will be restored to them, its
independence guaranteed and financial as
sistance given for its economic rehabili-
tation.'
I'm the event Of these terms being re-
fused the intimation has been given Bel
GUM that her very existence-her monu-
ments, her public buildings and even her
towns-is threatened"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

that the Allied Powers would not seri-
ously entertain negotiations at this time.
In so-called neutral quarters the opinion
was expressed that Germany's terms. as
outlined by her diplomatic representa-
tives, were far more comprehensive than
had been expected. Nevertheless. It
seemed to be the more general opinion
thai the psychological moment for
peace gathering was still some months
off. In this connection notice was taken
Of the fact that exchange on Germany
and Austria today moved further away
from those countries than before with re-
current weakness in rates on Italy and
Russia and a new low quotation for An
glo-French bonds. Some correction Of
these adverse conditions was noted be-
fore the end Of the day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Gen. Carranza's
Protocol Action
Known Dec. 10

Washington, Dec. Arrangements
for the next conference Of the Mexican
American Commission at Philadelphia
next Monday were approved by Pres
ident Wilson at today's cabinet meet
ing. Both Secretary Lansing and Sec
rotary Lane said they were still with
out information as to whether Gen.
Carranza has approved the protocol. 1t
was believed. however. that some
changes will be suggested by the Mex
leans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

Governor-elect Milli<en left on the
1910 P. NJ. train Tuesday for Wash
ington. D. c.. where he will attend the
House of the Governors, in session
Thursday. Friday and Saturday.
Thursday evening with other state ex-
ecutives he will meet President Will
son at a dinner arranged for the occa-
sion
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Gen. N|VELLE
HEADS ARMIES OF
THE NORTH and
THE NORTHEAST

Paris, Dec. 10, 1902 A. M.-General
Nivelle. commander Of the French
troops at Verdun. has been appointed
communicative chief Of the armies Of
the North and Northeast. The official
announcement of this appointment
says it Is the first step towards the re-
organization Of the higher command.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

Cushnoc Grange will hold an all-day
meeting Thursday at the Grange hall
in Riverside and included In the bus
mess of the day will be the election Of
officers for the ensuing year. A good
attendance is desired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

ted for transmittal through Washing
ton to the opponents of Germany. 1t
was not until hours later that the fact
was known in Chicago that definite
terms of peace had not been detailed
in Chancellor Von-Bethmann-H oll-
weg's speech to the German Reich
stag.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Gregory Stays
with Others of
Wilson Cabinet

Washington, Dec. 12.-Attorney Gen.
eral Gregory has no intention of re-
signing now or later. it was said au-
thoritatively today. According to OFF,
Gals this makes it certain that all
President Wilson's cabinet will re-
main ir Office for at least time aft
er March 4.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

Austen Alden, teacher Of manual train
ing in the city schools. is just completing
fine writing table of black walnut, in
laid with maple and patterned in the
Sheraton style. 1t is a beautiful little
table and Mr.. Alden said that 1t was tu
be Christmas present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Gen. Won STEIN
is COMMANDER
OF HOME FORCES

Amsterdam. Dec. u. via London,
3.45 P. M.-The Cologne Gazette says
that General Won Stein, the Prussian
war minister, has appointed a general
officer to command the Home forces,
with powers including control of the
censorship laws as we'll as other laws
reelating to a state Of siege.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Gard of 1hanks

We wish to extend our sincere
thanks to our many friends who SO
kindly assisted us during the illness
and bereavement of our dear mother
and for the many beautiful floral of.
ferings.
MISS MAUD LUNT,
WALTER w. LUNT.
A. A. DUNT,
LINWOOD LUNT.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

George Bertucci of Hallowell was
admitted Monday to the Augusta Cen
eral hospital for treatment. Those pa
tients who have this week been dis
charged from the institution are Rho
den Bunker and Emile Dufor of Au-
guSta.
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General Terms Of Ieuton Proposal
CONTINUED rom one)
Continued from Page one)

What adjustment would be made the Tentino
gon between Austria and Italy provisions
Egypt the Suez canal Mesopotoma the gateways of
troll the Indian Empire made German quar-
tiers here. The Balkan situation is considered delicate it
would have to be untangled in the peace conference.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
AUGUSTA LOCALS

Regular meeting Of r.. B. Capen Re-
bekah Lodge this evening. Matters or
Importance to come before tho meeting.
Full attendance is desired. X
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Peace Terms Offered to Allies
CONTINUED from Page one)

Emperor William has addressed a
message to the army and navy. say
ing that with consciousness of victory
he had made an offer of peace but
whether 1t would be accepted was un-
certain Until that moment arrives
you will fight on" the message con-
Guided.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

Rose Of Sharon Chapter, No. -. will
hold it's last and s9ocial meeting this
evening under the head Of Good Of
the Order" The officers win give an
emblematic star ceremony.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
Washington Views

Washington, Dec, 12.-Germany's
proposal for peace is regarded here as
having broken the chains which for
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

TO BUY OR EXCHANGE, TWO
ganders and two white Pekin brakes;
also want light gasoline engine and
pump jack; W. H. Kilgore, Hallowell
Maine. r. 8. dec13d3ts
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13

Two good basketball games at 7.So this
evening at the Y M. c. A. The teams
are Boardman vs. Coady and Brown vs..
Goodman. Exhibition open to the public.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1916-12-13
TOO LATE FOR CLASSIFICATION
Observation-Disclosures

wanted-Ganders and rakes.
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GERMANY'S SUPPORT

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OPPOSED TO MOVE
Officials Silent

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The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1916-08-04
Heaton Hospital Directors Thank
Ira C.. CaIef.

The following resolutions were recently
adopted by the directors of Heaton hos
pital, Montpelier, in appreciation of the
gift of $4,000 from Ira c. Calef of Wash.
ington:
"At meeting of the directors of Hea-
ton hospital held July 81, 1915, it is the
unanimous vote of the board:
"That the recent gift of Hon. Ira c.
Calef of twenty thousand ts20,000) dol
lars to the hospital is gratefully accepted
by the directors individually and as the
representatives of the community which
the institution serves; and the fund will
be devoted to the purposes of the hos
pital in accordance with the wishes of
the benevolent donor.
"That while we rejoice as recipients of
this further benefaction of Mr.. Calef, we
feel assured that it affords to himself the
qualification attending benevolent act
the luxury of doing good apart from
the tribute of honor we desire to pay.
"The present and future inhabitants of
Montpelier and its vicinity, the ultimate
beneficiaries of this and past benevo-
lences of Mr.. Calef, will kindly remember
him for the good he has done"
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1916-08-04

the school; indeed, it is likely that Mr.
Calef himself does not know by just
how much he has enriched Goddard by
financial aid. Surely $4,000 would be a
most conservative estimate of the total
while the influence of his virile mentality
is recognized as of tremendous value.
1t was largely through his efforts that
Goddard is now firmly established with
an endowment fund we'll above the $780,
900 mark.
But many other institutions have bene-
fitted through his financial assistance.
Heaton hospital in Montpelier has been
assisted by contributions amounting to
SAL 900, nearly one-half of which was
given within a few weeks. The Mary
Fletcher hospital in Burlington also re-
ceived $4,000 recently, in addition to
other handsome donations. The Boston
institution in which Mr.. Calef received
such tender care when a stranger in
strange city has also felt the financial
returns fot IT'S chance Kindness A
Providence, r. l., institution has like
wise been the recipient OF his liberality,
the sum of $4,000 having recently been
turned over to it, But it would be i'm
possible to chronicle all the evidences of
Mr.. Calef's generosity; nor is it the pur-
pose of this article so to do, it merely
being the intention to mention these
specific instances as typifying the do
nor's special interest in hospitals with
which he is more or less intimately re-
lated, as well as in Goddard seminary.
The Barre City hospital, let it be stated
in concluding, is enabled to do largely
work through his liberality,
pact and present; and desire to pro
vide that better capacity for alleviat
ing the suffering of people who may
come within its influence was undoubted
ly the chief actuating motive that
this splendid contribution, as
well as his previous gifts.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1916-08-04
TALK OF THE TOWN

Arthur Townshend Of Plainfleld was
among the business visitors in the city
yesterday.
Clansman William Barclay will give
all children under IL years of age loc
apiece at the Clan Gordon picnic, Aug. r.
Mr.. and Mrs. James Robertson, and
son, James jr,, returned yesterday to
their home on Orange street after visit
ing for the past week with friends and
relatives in Burlington, Queen City park,
and Milton.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1916-08-04

Red Men wishing to
attend the outdoor adop-
tion Friday evening. Aug.
Z, st Caledonia park win
take the 7:l5 train on
the Wells River railroad.