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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-08-02

the saloon and berth decks all the
way down to the water edge.
But when we reached Boulogne for
the first time, the second OF March, 1t
was only to as soon as possible make
our connection for Calais. We real
lied in Boulogne, that we were IN
the Zone d'Armees," at last. The
rigidity of regulations, it is utterly
impossible for peaceful citizens of
America to comprehend. For the life
of me cannot see how spy could
ever get through, but the fact That
they have done so, is evidence that 1t
is still possible; and that same fact
makes it very uncomfortable for the
rest of us innocent travellers.
At Calais we found ourselves COM
pletely out of the beaten track OF
travel. French and Belgian soldiers
and officers we saw, and few Brit
ish, but the whole town was given over
to the use Of the military; we were
really objects Of acute curiosity.
We stopped at little hotel near
to the station, the three days that we
spent there. These three days were
secured by visits first to the French
and English authorities, winding up
at the police station where finally
the permission was given US. Also at
the station itself. we were put through
a grilling and lengthy examination by
the French, Belgian and English de-
tectives and were regarded with open
suspicion. All civilian travel in the
war zone is discouraged and even the
country people travelling from one
small village to another have to have
special passes, and at the station at
train time, it Is case of standing IN
line behind closed doors, until spe-
cial police examine the papers care
fully, one by one. The chief cause
for the disquietude with which we
were regarded, was their inability
to understand why we should be trav-
cling, in short what was our business
there. ......-
Our business in Calais was to meet
with a number of the Belgian Gend-
armes, or military police, who had
been corresponding with us for weeks,
and had become members of the scrip
ture league, which was one OF the SOL
diers of the Belgian army had start
ed. / must say we had most In
teresting time with them, and l must
describe it in the next article. These
Gendarmes are as rule cordially de-
tested by the soldiers. as 1t falls to
them to maintain discipline, they are
older men, and we found them an In
testing and agreeable, and most ap-
preciative company. Our encounter
with them in their Gerdarmeries at
Calais formed very enjoyable chap
ter In our months visit, and be-
lieye will be interesting to recount.
-EDITH F. NORTON
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-08-02

DIR. H. M. Bradley lett Sunday
morning for Jefferson Lake, Mimi
esota, where he will join Mrs. Brad
ley and his daughters. who have been
camping.at that point, the family re-
turning home the first Of the Week.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-08-02
MRS. BEEMAN, CRITICALLY ILL.

Mrs. Ann Beeman, the aged mother
of Mr.. w. C. Beeman. is critically Ill
at the home Of her son, her condition
being such as to cause much concern
to the members Of her family and
circle Of friends.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-08-02
UNCLE TOMS CABIN.

Terry's Uncle Toms Cabin big tent
show was here Tuesday night and as
usual drew a full tent. This show Is
a standing. illustration that good
things never grow old. Thousands
upon thousands Of people have seen
this great drama time and AGAIN.
and still it attracts them, and thou
sands more are yearly being added
to the numbers. Terry's are business
men and gentlemen and besides the
attraction of the show itself! the
people are glad to patronize Them
News, Early, Iowa.
This show will exhibit in Manches'
ter on Wednesday, August 9th.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-08-02
FOR SALE.

FOR SALE.
Fuller & Johnson pumping engine,
in A-No. 1 condition. Inquire Of
JOE HERMANN,
Tel. IL and on II, -.
31wks I Manchester.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-08-02
FOR r EMIT,

A six room house, with modern con
yeniences; also a small barn. Inquire
OF ED HAMBLIN,
1wk Manchester, Iowa.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Fight On" Says Wilhelm and
 Troops Capture 10000 More

Rumania and the Cerna river region in Serbia continue to be the sectors where most of the fighting is taking place The town of Mizil. on the rail way between Ploechti and BuZen. has been captured by the Teutons. as also has Urziceni. twenty miles southwest Berlin announces that more than 10. 900 additional Rumanians have been captured. In the Carpathians and along the Moldavian frontier. the Rus s'ans are continuing their violent at tacks but Berlin says without success. It is asserted by Berlin that the Rus sians in the Carpathians have lost 30. 900 men
 On the front in France and Bel gium there is a continuation of artil- lery activity and small operations by patrol parties. An unofficial dispatch
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13

from Switzerland says the king of Greece has ordered a general mobili zation. An official communication from Paris announces that the French admiral at Athens has been replaced by Admiral Gauchet.
 Berlin reports the destruction by submarine in the eastern Mediterra- mean of two big transports loaded with war material. The British press bureau. however. denies that the yes sels were transports.
 The German emperor 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 it would be accepted was un- certain.
 Until that moment arrives, you will fight on," the message concluded.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Battleship Arizona Disabled Of Cuba,
 Limps Back to U. 5.
Turbines Are Crippled During Manouevers, Leaving Only Port Engine Working-Due in Port December IS.

NEW YORK, Dec. .12.-The battle ship Arizona, put into commission re- gently and regarded by naval experts as the speediest and most efficient American dreadnaught, is proceeding north along the Atlantic coast with only her port engine supplying motive power and with her starboard tur- pines crippled, according to word re- ceived at the Brooklyn navy yard to- day. The turbine gave way while the battleship was engaged in tactical maneuvers off Guantanamo. Cuba, ac- cording to the information. The yes sel is expected to arrive here Decem- Der IS.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Ship Is Sinking
 Of Noua Scotia
(By Review Leased Wire.)

BOSTON, Dec. PA radio message stating that the steamer Grilse was sinking fast of Cape Race. was picked up by one of the wireless stations on the New England coast tonight. The message said:
 Steamer Grilse of Cape Race, latitude 43.40 north, longitude 64.50 west sinking fast. Immediate danger. Send help"
 The distress message was picked up by the United States oil supply steam CT Kanawha which arrived at Rock land, Maine. yesterday from Mare Isl- and, California, to undergo her trial trips on the government course. The Kanawha at once relayed the message to all stations and ships within reach of her radio outfit.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Euery Heart In Germany Will Burn In Sacred
 Wrath If Allies Refuse Peace Says Chancellor

God would be judge. We can proceed on our way
 The chancellor's speech was listen ed to by thronged galleries. The roy al box was crowded. All the ambas- sadors, ministers of foreign govern ments were in the diplomatic box The American Charge. Jos. Grew. and Mrs. Grew. with the ministers of Ar gentina. Brazil. Chile and other South American states. were present
 The Reichstag adjourned to be re- convened at the call of the president. Prior to adjournment the president of the chamber declared that the nations and its representatives would support the chancellor in policy which was far sighted and intelligent
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
SENATE FAVORS
 BARRING ALL AS|AT|CS
Vote In Favor of Excluding Hindus Also from U. S., Excepting Colored Men If Treaty Demands, Only.
(sy Review Leased wire)

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12-After an- other day of debate over the exclusion of aliens on account of race, the Senate late today adopted the committee amendment to the immigration bill which will bar Hindus and certain other Asiatics without mentioning them by name, with an added provision stipulating that nothing in the act shall be construed to repeal any exist ing law, treaty or agreement which serves to prohibit or restrict immigra- tion.
 This added stipulation, proposed by Senator Phelan, of California. is de- signed to replace the direct reference to the so-called "gentlemen's agree ment" with Japan. which was stricken out of the House bill by the senate committee at the request of the state department.
 The committee amendment pre- scribes certain geographical areas from which immigrants shall not be
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homes every German heart will burn in sacred wrath against our enemies, who are unwilling to stop human slaughter, in order that their plans of conquest and annihilation may con tinue.
 Tn a fateful hour we took a fateful decision. It has been saturated with the blood of hundreds of thousands of our sons and brothers who gave their lives for the safety Of their homes. Human wits and human understand ing are unable to reach to the ex- treme and last questions in this strug- gle of nations. which has unveiled all the terrors of earthly life. but also the grandeur of human courage and human will in ways never seen before
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
(By Review Leased Wire,

BERLIN. Dec. 12.- After reading the note, the chancellor said in part:
 Gentlemen, in August, 1914, our enemies challenged the superiority of power in the world war. Today we raise the question of peace, which is a question of humanity. We await the answer of our enemies with that se- reneness of mind which is guaran- teed to us by our exterior and interior strength and by our clear conscience If our enemies decline to end the war; if they wish to take upon themselves the worlds heavy burden of all these terrors which hereafter will follow, then even in the least and smallest
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
(By Review Leased Wire)

CHICAGO, Dec. 12.-Wheat values plunged wildly downward twice today first on account of Germany's re- ported overtures for peace and sec ondly owing to traders assumption of a liklihood that the character of the negotiations would bring about peace. Breaks in prices reached 11A cents a bushel and were accompanied by transactions amounting to millions of bushels.
 Closing quotations of the day were at nearly the bottom level touched with the market as whole 47s to 1o% under yesterdays finish. Hesi- tancy in the wheat market after the first break in prices was the result of
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Wheat Values Plunge Down
 II Cents On Peace Rumors

opinions expressed by leading traders that a refusal on the part of Great Britain and her allies to treat on the basis of supposed German offer would doubtless bring about a sharp rebound in wheat prices. whereas any serious peace discussion might cause a ma terially lower range of values.
 Corn and oats felt the effects of the peace news to a much less extent than wheat Pork and ribs also were com paratively stable, despite the excite ment in wheat. On the other hand, lard jumped up 55 cents for the day, the general idea being that big ship ments of lard would be wanted in Cen tral Europe if the movement for peace proved a success.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
SAYS GERMANY OFFERED
 BELGIUM SEPARATE PEACE.

LONDON, Dec. 12.-The Daily Tele- graph today prints prominently the following:
 We have received information from an unimpeachable source that the Gen. tral Powers recently offered peace to Belgium on the following terms:
 The Belgians are invited to insist upon immediate peace. In return for this their country will be restored to them, it's independence guaranteed and financial assistance given for its eco homie rehabilitation
 "In the event of these terms being refused. the intimation has been given Belgium that her very evistence-her monuments. her public buildings and even her towns-are threatened"
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Controversies Over Sinking of Ships and Robbing of Mails Mark Time in Hope Peace May Now Be Near.
ARMISTICE MAY SOON
 BE BROUGHT ABOUT
But If Allies Reject Proposals, America Will Press Her Problems on Both Oppon- ents in Great War.
(By Review Leased Wire.)

The immediate effect of the
 peace developments on the Unit
 ed States will be to hold practi-
 caIIy in abeyance all the diplomat
 io issues pending with the war ring countries. The new subnar-
 inc issue with Germany, the pro-
 test soainst deportation of Bel oians, the controversy with Great
 Britain over mails and commerce,
 all will mark time until is be- comes apparent whether they be solved by the advent of peace.
 Is Favorable Sign
 Regardless of how far Germany's proposal may be expected to go to- ward ending the war. it was regarded as of greatest significance that the first time in two years of war one group of belligerents had addressed the other through the channels of dip lomacy. HF :
 Armistice Proposed
 In German quarters here it is thought that an armistice during the discussion of peace plans might be declared In the event of failure of overtures probably would see the op- ening of the spring campaign without anything accomplished, while the cen tral powers, it is said.z are encourag- ing peace talk.
 The actual procedure in conveying Germany's proposal to her enemies, according to precedent, begins with Charge Grew forwarding the note to Washington. The state department then will forward it to the American ambassador. resident in the country, to be addressed, and he in turn will present it to that government acting in the interest of Germany and her allies.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
WILL G|VE UP ALI, KEEPING ON[Y THEIR O[D BOUNDARIES
 F ALLIES WILL CALL HALT
Whole World Now ADaits Allies Reply Opportunity For America to Play Her Part
 Is Here; President Hopeful of Amistice

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  of all rqush all Kach sand dTrenino of left Ae and is be dby WASHINGTON broken the chains which months have restrained the United has from makin ofmediai
 Now that of eigaents has sgnihed willingness discuss to ny Wlson-h cations that when the United States the intermediary the proposal the ane however preliminary that might be brought the world of aions Result of the President Wilson O rtcipahono tn United States
 siden Get Note ody
 Whether United xwiou whatever be until deeved American Charge Grew Berlin
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
CENTRAL POWERS OFFER ALLIES FlATTER|NC PEACE
4 Y < 2 < 4 : NEW FRENCH CABINET {; CONT ANS FIVE MEN.

PARIS, Dee. l2.-The new
 French cabinet. according 10 an
 unofficial list available coday. is * comprised as follows:
 Premier and Minister of For < eigp Aifairs-Aristide Briand. Minister of Finance
 < Ribot.
 x Minister of War Gen. Hubert * L. Yauley.
 Minister of Marine-Rear Ad- * miral Lacase. < Minister of Fabrication Nation * ale-including munitions and * transportation-Albert Thomas. < The five foregoing cabinet mem x bers will form a council of na- * tional defense.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Terms Are Vague.

Terms Are Vague.
 The absence of any specific terms for peace in the note. or in the Ger man chancellor's speech was in q measure a disappointment to those who expected some concrete expres- sion of basis on which ngotiations might be begun. The German en- bassy, however. is in possession of advices which outline in a general way what Germany expects. and the dipfo- mats of the entente powers through the means of being supplied with in formation on the matter are awaiting further details.
 Same as Before War
 A restoration of the status quo eX- isting before the war. This includes the evacuation of Belgium and the re- storation of the occupied portions of northern France with the exception of Alsace and Lorraine. which probably will be one of the provisions. It was also understood that no condition amounting to the retention of the would likely be asked. All Germany's lost colonies. she expects to be re- turned. Her possessions in the Paci- fic. however. are not a subject of great concern and the Berlin govern ment is understood to be ready to re- linquish the claim of Kiachau
 To Secure Turkey.
 The security of Turkey in posses sion of Constantinople would probably be insisted upon by the Central Powers, as we'll as the restoration of Albania.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
TEXT 0F NOTE
lBy Review Leased Wire)


 BERLIN, Dec. 12.-Followine is
 the Text of the note addressed by
 Germany and her allies to the hos
 tile governments:
 "The most terrific war ever ex-
 perienced in history has been rag
 ing for the last two years and a
 half over large part of the world "a catastrophe which thousands of years of common civilization
 was unable to prevent, and which
 injures 'ihe most precious achieve
 ments of humanity. Our aims are
 not to shatter or annihilate our
 aGversaries. In spite of our con-
 sciousness of our military and
 economic strength and our readi-
 ness to continue the war (which
 has been forced upon us) until the
 bit,er end, if necessary; at the
 same time, prompted by the de-
 sire to avoid further bloodshed
 and make an end to the atrocities
 of war, the four allied powers
 propose to enter forthwith into
 peace negotiations.
 For Lasting Peace
 ''The propositions which they bring forward for such negotiations and which have for their object a guaran- tee of the existence of honor and lib- erty of Europe are according to their firm belief an appropriate basis for the establishment of a lasting peace. The four allied powers have ben obliged to take up arms to defend jus tice and the liberty of national evolu- ton. The glorious deeds of our arm ies have in no way altered their pur- pose. We always maintained the firm belief that our own rights and justi- fled claims in no way control the rights of these nations.
 Far From Subdued . "The spiritual and material prog ress which was the pride of Europe at the beginning of the Twentieth Cen tury are threatened with ruin Ger many and her allies, Austria-Hungary Bulgaria and Turkey. gave proof of their unconquerable strength in this struggle. They gained gigantic ad- vantages over adversaries superior in and war material Our lines stand unshaken against ever repeated attempts made by enemies.
 The last attack in the Balkans has been rapidly and victoriously over come. The most recent events have that further continu- ance of the war will not result in breaking the resistance of our forces and the whole situation with regard to our troops justifies our expectation of further successes.
 If, in spite of this offer of peace and reconciliation, the struggle should go on. the four allied powers are re- solved to continue to a victorious end but they disclaim responsibility for this before humanity and history. The imperial government through the good offices of your excellency. asks the government of there is inserted
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Poland to Be Free.


 The establishment of independent kingdoms in Lithuania and Poland would be one of the factors in the German proposal. although that part Of Poland possessed by Germany at the outbreak of the war would not be included
 What adjustment would be made to cover the Trentino region between Austria and Italy. or any provision af- fecting Egypt. the Suez canal, Meso- potamia or the gateways of control to the Indian empire are not made clear.
 Balkans in Doubt.
 The Balkan situation is considered so delicate it would have to be un- tangled in the peace conference. The whole German view of the peace move is that a discussion of peace terms ought to show some definite progress early in January. There is said to be no possibility of a peace conference being held in the United States. Berne and the Hague are mentioned as most likely places, and it is not doubted that Count vOn Bernsrorff would go as one of his country's representatives. His attitude was expressed tonight in the following statement:
 Bernstorff Elated.
 'l am, of course. extremely gratified at the step that has been taken. hope that it will be successful Even if it does not lead to peace. it offers proof that Germany wants peace. even after a victorious campaign and does
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probably tomorrow. Wilson to Take Part

Wilson to Take Part.
 There were indications that Presi- dent Wilson might ind some way to express the solemn and earnest wish of the United States for a careful con- sideration of the subject of peace. even before the entente governments have make known their attitude toward the ed out, would necessarily be done in such a delicate and ultra-confidential way that it never will be known pub licly should the allies decline the of fer. This course was said to be ab- solutely necessary so as to leave the United States free and unembarrassed to act when an acceptable peace offer comes.
 Sound Out Allies.
 Regardless of whether President Wilson decides to accompany the Ger man proposal with any word. it was said tonight, he unQuestionably would take steps to learn the attitude of the entente allies toward the peace move, and possibly might send to Europe his personal friend and advisor. Colonel F.. NJ. House.
 President Wont Talk.
 None of the official dispatches had arrived tonight. The governments first information was conveyed in the Associated Press dispatch from Berlin. President Wilson was said to be deeply interested. but reserving com. ment" Secretary Lansing maintained a similar attitude. The cabinet dis cussed the development at it's regular Tuesday meeting. but the situation was described by members as so obvi- ously delicate that no announcement could be made.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Britain Skeptical

Government circles also held aloof from any discussion. The foreign of flee would make no comment in the absence of the terms. but indicated that the British attitude was embod- jed in the declaration made from time to time by Premier Asquith and Wis count Grey, and that any new propos- als would have to be considered by all the entente allies before definite attitude was possible
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
But Government Is Silent, Ap- bearing Skeptical, But Will ling to Put Proposal Up to All Entente Powers.
SOME SAY PEACE NOW
 WOULD BE SUICIDE
Proposal Is Believed Merely
 Political--Only Peace Guar
 anteeing Allies in Future Is
 Welcome, They Hold.
(By Review Leased Wire.)

LONDON. Dec. 13.--A strong cur rent of public sentiment opposed to the German peace proposal was evi- dent in the expressions last night both from public men and the British press, although these were without any word from high authoritative sources indicating the attitude of the government.
 It was noticeable that the proposal had not created any profound impress sion among the average Londoners. There was little talking in the hotels or other public places.
Bisbee daily review., 1916-12-13
Forecast Rejection

Those in close connection with the the proposals would prove entirely unacceptable, mainly because they were not likely to touch what the rul- ing authorities considered as guaran- tees against German militarism that will permit England, France and their allies to demobilize their vast armies, reduce their enormous military ex- penses and return to lasting condi- tions of peace.
 Some expressions, indicating the general drift of sentiment, were as follows:
 Sir Arthur Conan Doyle:
 "We want to know more about the terms for, without them, the imperial chancellor's suggestion of peace is preposterous and ridiculous"
 The Marquis of Londonderry:
 We have got to win the war. Peace at the present time would be disas- irous to the nation and empire. It is only a question of time and We will win out absolutely"
 Principal Burrows. of Kings Col lege:
 No peace is possible on the basis that Germany is victorious
 Sir Gilbert Parker, after mingling with his assistants in the House, said:
 This is clearly a political maneu- yer designed to impress the world as dramatic stroke, but having little
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WEATHER

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