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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
STATE DEPARTMENT
 AND EMBASSY AT
 IMPASSE OVER IGEL
United States Will Return Seized Papers If BernstOrff Will Iden- tify Them, Which He
 Refuses to Do

Washington, April 27.--The state depart ment and the German embassy apparent ly are at a deadlock over the disposi- tion of papers seized by agents of the department of justice when they raided the offices in New York of Wolfe von Igel, former secretary to Capt. Won Papen, recalled German military attache
 The state department is willing to re- turn the papers, as demanded by the German ambassador, if some responsible official of the embassy will identify them Count Von Bernstorff insists upon having all the documents removed from the of fices and refuses to personally identify any of them unless directed to do so by for instructions
 Both Count Won Bernstorff and John B. Stanchfield, counsel for Von Igel In the criminal proceedings against him, called upon Counselor Polk today The ambassador discussed the case of Von Igel informally, but did not ask for the papers. He said later his visit had not CHdnS6U the S1IuduOn III the SuBnIeSC Oe- gree
 MT. Stanchfield also engaged in an informal discussion of the case. It was said at the department, however, that Counselor Folk declined to enter any ne- gotiations with him on the ground that he was not clothed with diplomatic au- thority.
 MT. Stanchfield returned to New York this afternoon, accompanied by Won 1gel himself, who came to Washington for the purpose of identifying as official the pa- pers taken from him should the state department agree to the proceeding.
 Regarding published reports that the state department had made possible the capture of Sir Roger Easement by turn ing over information to the British government, Secretary Lansing stated emphatically today that the department had no information on Sir Rogers ex- petition until he had been captured. In other official quarters it was said with equal emphasis that there was nothing in the papers taken from Won Igel which would have shown that such an expedi- ton was on foot
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
Summary of the News

GENERAL NEWS I-German society trying to deceive House and Senate. Scott and Funston on way to Juarez.
 Rivers and harbor bill adopted as drafted.
 Trouble at Dublin Is spreading. Artillery engagements continue in Gerard will have conference with Probe of Louisville and Nashville begun at Nashville.
 STATE NEWS Miss Archibald winner of contest. S-Mrs. Mosley succumbs to injuries. 1Interesting items from Montgom- 12-MOntgomery gets 1917 convention.
 LOCAL NEWS 5-Large crowd at LOvick dedication. Millions would come to Birmfng- ham If people pulled together. Griggs to lecture on social prob Smith declares officers offered bribe. 2-4Auditorium plans and bond issue fndorsed. I:-Local optionists loyal to demo- cratic faith.
 mt Ensley.
 Novel feature for auto show.
 FEATURES 2-FoOtlishts and screen. :-HOlIand letter. 4-EditOrial comment. '. 6+SOciety. 11-Markets.
 SPORTING NEWS S-Barons drop fourth to Crackers. Meusel agrees to report. <. Bnptists beaten again. Central High defeats BesscMer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
24.OOO MINERS ARE
 TO GO BACK TO WORK
Operators and Employees In Pennsyl- vania Get Together and the
 Men Return to Galleries

New York. April 27.-The differences between the 24.o0o bituminous miners of District No. in Pennsylvania and their employers over the interpretation of the contract drawn up at the soft coal conference here last February were settled here today and the miners will go back to work tomorrow morn ing. This was announced after a. con- ference between John P. White. presi- dent of the United Mine Workers of America, and W. J. Fields represent ing the Pittsburg Coal company and other operators. The miners have been on strike to enforce the terms of the contract, which includes per cent lpeiessse ir vsg~s. this it'c-ease Inc, now will receive, it WAS said, but TO information was given out as to the manner in which the differences had been adjusted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
ARTILLERY FIGHTS
 FEATURE BATTLES
 ON WESTERN FRONT
Great Activity At Many Points On British Line Reported British
 Submarine Sunk

The sectors of Avocourt, Esnes and Cumieres. northwest of verdun. are still under the heavy bombardment that has been in progress for several days. No infantry attacks by the Germans have yet been attempted here, according to the Paris official communication. but an attempt at an advance propably is immi- nent, as these artillery preparations usu- ally presage an attack.
 The Germans tu the northeast of Ver- dun. on the front of Haudremont and the Thiaumont farm and between Douau- mont and vaux, essayed attacks follow ing violent bombardments. but the French curtain fires held them to their trenches. Artillery engagements have featured the lighting on the other parts of the line 'lb France and Belgium. although the French airuraft have carried out bomb- ing cpssations against numerous German
 q <Fla6p guns are keepins up their
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
CAR RUNS WILD AND
 WOMAN IS KILLED
Twenty Persons Seriously Hurt When Street Car In Cincinnati Jumps
 Track After Downward Plunge

Cincinnati. April 27.-One woman was killed and 3S persons injured, several perhaps fatally, when a crowded street car ran wild down a hill, jumped the track and crashed into telephone pole here today Miss Carrie Stilger. aged 31, who was to have been bridesmaid at the wedding tonight of Miss Carrie Geisler, lost her life. Miss Geisler was seriously injured.
 Physicians at hospitals to which the injured were removed said probably 20 persons were seriously hurt.
 The car was on it's inbound trip. Mo- torman Devanney told the police that his brakes did not respond when he at tempted to slow down at crossing. The car ran wild down the grade. When it reached a turn its velocity carried it off the track and against the telephone pole.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
ABRAM ELKUS WILL GO TO CONSTANTINOPLE
Turkish Government Asked If He Would Be Acceptable As Successor
 to Henry Morgenthau, Resigned

Washington, April 27.--The state de- partment today inquired of the Turkish whether Abram I: Elkus of New York would be acceptable as ann bassador to succeed Henry Morgen- thau, whose resignation has been ac- cepted by President Wilson.
 No difficulty over the appointment is expected and the nomination will prob ably be sent to the Senate within a few days. In reply to MT. Morgenthau's let ter of resignation the President has written him commenting him for his work in Constantinople since the out break of the European war.
 F MT Morgenthau already has actively entered upon organization work for the coming democratic campaign.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
HILL SITUATION

Washington, April 21-Outside o1 the possible activities of General Pershing' S cavalry patrols, there was another lull today in the Mexican situation General Ohregon and the Carranza officers ac- companying him were approa ching the border from the south while Generals Scott and Funston were preparing to meet the Mexican officers in Juarez or Fl Paso in the conference upon which much may depend. There was no defi- mite information as to when the confer ence would begin. General Obregon should reach Juarez tomorrow night, 1t is said, and the American officers will also be at the meeting place by then.
 Pending the result of this attempt to secure the cooperation of the Carranza forces in the campaign against brigand- age, the Washington government will take no important steps, either military or diplomatic. The redistribution of the forces in Mexico is proceeding. No steps are being taken at the state department toward preparing a reply to General Car ranza note suggesting a withdrawal or the American troops, and none will De taken until the conference concludes.
 Navy and state department advices from various parts of Mexico reported continued quiet today Only routine re- ports and a few additional details of the action between the American forces and the bandits reached the war department
 Complaint that the four new aero planes sent to the border were inadequate came from General Funston. He said the 9o-horsepower engines were too light for the work required. Secretary Baker re- pied that the four had been sent only because they were the only type availa- ble for immediate deliver Four addi- tiopal 16o-horsepower machines are on
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
SIR ROGER BASEMENT
 IS THOUGHT INSANE
Quoted As Saying That Irish Revolt Will Fail Now That He Has
 Been Captured

London, April 26.-Sr Roger Easement, 1t Is reported. has expressed Belief that the uprising in Ireland would be failure on account of his capture. His leader ship, he said, was necessary to the sue cess of the movement.
 Several newspapers support the theory advanced by A. Conan Doyle. year ago, that Sir Roger Is insane. The Westmin- ster Gazette advocates that he be dis posed of by placing him in lunatic asylum.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
Irvine Workers Strike

Chicago April 27-Fourteen hundred employees of the International Harvester company,s twine factory here struck to- day, according to strike leaders, because several workers. alleged to have been intoxicated were sent home by the fore man. Officials of the company said that not more than 800 men struck. Opera tions at the factory were suspended. Police were called to preserve order.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
 GERARD WILL HAVE CONFERENCE WITH | EMPEROR WILLIAM Going to Army Headquar- ters to Meet Kaiser-In-
 vitatiOn Regarded As
 Hopeful Sign

Berlin, April 27.-(By Wireless to sayville )-Ambassad Gerard. for the American government. leaves Berlin tonight for German army headquar- ters. where he is to be received by Hm- peror William.
 pr. Won Bethmann- -Hollweg, who has been at the army headquarters. is expected to come to Berlin tomorrow to prepare Germany's answer to the last American note.
 Foreign Minister Won Jagow called on Ambassador Gerard at the Amer- ican embassy at 10 o'clock this morn- ing for a talk on. the general situation and declared his intention of return ing later iii the day.
 SITUATION UNCHANGED Washington, April 27.-Secretary Lansing said late today that he had tCoatinaes en Pare Twslvs1
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
Revolt Carefully Planned

London, April 26.-Delayed. )-There seems to be no doubt that the rising in Ireland had been carefully planned for Easter Sunday when the plotter probably counted on many officials and members of the military taking a holiday. The German naval sally against the English coast towns and the Zeppelin raids ap- parently were part of the general scheme,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
TOTAL WAS THE SAME

When the bill reached the appropriation of the clerk to check the several items. On completing the work he was amazed to learn that the total figure produced corresponded to the penny to the fig ure under which he bill sailed into the House. So certain was he that in some manner he had errer-for surely, he argued, before such whitening oppo- sition some single item must have crumpled up-that he rushed over to the clerk of the House committee. It was then that he was informed that the bill had escaped without amendment, and that each item was enabled to secure passage with no more strain on it's vir- tue than. the touch of the hand or the brush of a feverish breath on it's cheek
 In the consideration of the bill, the House evpeno>a 9rsvy sav- f9s.,,sea tra strrggAe countless charges were hurled It was an ugly week, as a matter of tecting a project, and in the protection Of his own inclined to aid his fellow rep resentative, the ''conservationists" and opponents of the so-called pork barrep' were up against 8 proposition which their energy could not destroy.
 The Tammany delegation secured the enactment by the House of the sole new project of magnitude provided for in the bill. That item carried an appro- priation of $750o0O for East river. On the reception of a letter from Representative Fitzgerald. stating that Tammany would be unable to understand how in ''prepar- ing the country for war" it's taxes had been raised with the reward of noth- ing of benefit to itself, President Wilson communicated to the committee prepar- ing the bill that it was his desire that East river be properly treated.
 While the East river item was an in- fringement of the rule that no new prof. ects be provided for, and while the re- publicans attempted to make great capi- tai out of the fact that President Wilson had thrown Tammany a bone, the item was preserved in it's every essential de- tail.
 While the Senate, in all probability will to some extent amend the House bill, it is the general prediction that it's pres ent figure of s44,O0o,OOO will be reduced very little, if at all
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
Aviator Is Rescued

Schveningen, Holland, April 27.-(Via London.)-A lugger brought into this port today a biplane bearing the French colors but carrying a British officer named Beare. The aeroplane and it's oc- eupant were picked up 14 miles from the coast after it had floated helpless there for 30 hours. The aviator had been fIe1
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
King Is a Godfather

Athens. April 26. -(Delayed via Paris). King Constantine of Greece today person. ally assumed the role of godfather to hls narnesake, the son of Rear Admiral Hubert s. Carsdale acting head of the British naval mission here The cere- nlos.y took place in the English church in the presence Of diplomatic representa- tites of neutral countries and the en- tente allies and the officers Of the naval
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
WILL REINsTATE M'BLAIR

Washington, April 27.-(Special. .)-A Macdonald McBlair. husband of grand daughter of Francis Scott Key, author of ''The Star-Spangled Banner Is SUD- ported in his effort to secure reinstate- ment as attorney in the department of
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
American Embargo Confer ence Responsible for the Propogatory Telegrams Flooding Washington
AWAITED OPPORTUNE MOMENT TO LAUNCH PEACE" MOVEMENT
FOrgas of Telegrams Pre- pared In Advance and SO- ciety Paid the Telegraph Tolls

Washington, April 27.-The American Embargo conference, an organization with headquarters in Chicago, was charged by Senator Husting today with promoting a plot to deceive Congress and poison public opinion by originating and paying for the propaganda which for several days has deluged senators and representatives with thousands of telegrams protesting against any break between the United States and Germany.
 The Wisconsin senator read in the Sen- ate copies of letters sent to his con- stituents offering four-form telegrams for protests like those received by congress- men, and saying the Empargo confer ence would pay telegraph tolls on all such messages forwarded. He charged that the forms had been prepared in advance and that the conference had studiously awaited an opportunity to launch it's propag ganda when it might do most to convince the country that the President and Congress were bent upon war.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
All the Cry of Fork" Was of No Avail Against
 the Bill
MUTUAL PROTECTION
 FOR PET PROJECTS
Consequently None Suffered-Prob- able That Senate Will Amend Measure But Present Total
 Will Decrease Little
By HUGH. W. ROBERTS.

Washington, April 2z-(Special.) l.)-As ii- illustrative of the effectiveness of the sus- tained opposition of Representative Frear and other so-called "conservationists." the clerk of the appropriation commit tee of the Senate informs The Age-Herald today that the rivers and harbors bill retained after it's voyage through the House every item of appropriation, even to the cent, with which it was burdened on the date of it's entry
 When the bill was before the House, as is recalled, it's every item was bitterly assailed, A thousand bits of evidence tending to prove many of the projects provided for were unworthy were uncov- cred. A thousand references to pork barrer' tactics enlivened the strained sit- uaton. But against every charge the several items, strongly welded together through the allied interests of their spon-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
FORCES ARE ADEQUATE


 announced. was convinced that the forces now in Ireland and those pro- ceeding there were adequate to deal with the situation.
 John Redmond. leader of the IrislS nationalist party. and Sir Edward Car- son. the unionist leader. strong ops porsnts on the homo rule question: ex- pressed their detestStion of tho upris- ing, and as a consequence Premier As- quith said he did not think it neces- sary to hold session of the house Monday, as had been suggested by one of the members, "to make clear to the world what true amount of support was behind the government"
 At the rising of the house. the homo secretary, Herbert Samuel. announced the receipt of information that over Considerable districts of Ireland calm prevailed and to repeat the prime minister's promise that. consistent with the military exigencies, all the news available will be published and the necessary facilities granted to news paper men.
 Individually. the ministers expressed confidence that the military forces on the spot can deal successfully with the movement. On the political side the po- sition is much more satisfactory, MT Redmond and Sir Edward Carson be- ing in agreement that no political cap ital is to be made of the troubles.
 Premier Asquith's promise of q searching investigation into the origin of the movement and his acceptance of full responsibility, together with tho speeches of the Irish nationalist and unionist leaders. expressing their de- sire to do everything in their power to assist the government, went far to allay the rising passions of the house. which had been shown in demands for the resignation of Augustine Birrell. chief secretary for Ireland; Baron Wimborne. the lord lieutenant, and other officials alleged to be respon- sible in disregarding warnings as to what was likely to happen from the Sim Fein agitation. Sir Edward Car-
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
Not Believed That Latter Will Insist On Limit
 For Withdrawal
EXPECT CONFERENCE TO LAST SOMETIME
Redistribution of Forces In Mexico Is Proceeding-Obregon Now At Torreon, Where He Confers
 With Carranza Generals

San Antonio, April 27.--Maj Gen. American army, was on his way to- night to Fl Paso to discuss with Gen. Alvaro Obregon, Mexican minister of war, questions incident to the pres- ence of United States troops in Mex ico. Accompanied by Maj. Gen. Fred erick Funston. General Scott left here at $50 o'clock tonight They should arrive at Fl Paso early tomorrow.
 Just what will be discussed at the conference and what proposals the American army officers will make was not known here tonight. However, lit- tie credence was given reports that General Obregon will demand that a definite time be set for the with drawal of the punitive expedition
 LAST SEVERAL DAYS
 It is expected that the conference will extend over several days. General Scott has not plenary power and it
 
 will be empowered to enter into any formal agreement without first sub- hitting it to General Carranza.
 It was believed here the conference probably would take place in Juarez. the Mexican town opposite Fl Paso It is understood the United States gov ernment has no opposition to General Scott and General Funston meeting the Mexican representative on the Mexican side of the boundary and it was real ized that General Obregon might not care to carry on the discussions on American soil.
 General Funston is acquainted with General Obregon, but General Scott has never met him. General Funston met the Mexican general last year when he was conducting operations along the American border.
 Reports from General PershinS to- day were of a routine character.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
Official Admission of Grav- ity of Situation In Con- trast With Statements Tuesday
MARTIAL LAW HAS BEEN DECLARED IN
 THE ENTIRE ISLAND
Street Encounters Are Still In Progress-Additional Troops Sent to Dublin. Maxwell In Control
 

London, April 27.-Martial law haA been declared throughout Ireland and Maj. Gen Sir John Maxwell, who un- til recently commanded the troops in Egypt, has gone over to take charge He has been given full disciplinary powers for the extension of the oper- ations and the suppression of the re- be1lion.
 The revolt which broke out in Dub- lin Monday has spread to other parts of Ireland. chiefly to the west and south. This information, together with the fact that the rebels are still in possession of parts of Dublin, was given to the nation by the ministers in Parliament today. Premier Asquith. who yesterday had given reassurtne news respecting the situation. caused a flutter of anxiety by his statement today in the House of Commons. an- nouncing the spread of the movement to other parts of Ireland, the reten- ton by the revolutionary forces of certaiv parts of Dublin and the fact that .hting was still going on in the StreL1s.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-28
text of the letter follows:
 LETTER TO PEOPLE

Dear Sir: Feeling confident that as one of the patriotic citizens of the Uni ted States you are anxious to see this country held out of the present terrible war in Europe, we are making this extra ordinary appeal to you because we know from the most positive information that is possible to be obtained at this time that the situation warrants it.
 I've cannot find words strong enough to tell you of the gravity of the situa- ton. and we assure you in the most earn est possible manner that practically the only thing that will keep this country from becoming involved is an immediate and great expression of the real senti- ment of the people who want peace.
 We also most solemnly assure you that it is too late to mail an expression of the sentiment to Washington. It must be telegraphed. We have prepared night letter telegrams that are ready to be signed by the voters. At the top of these sheets we asked that you hold these sheets until we gave you notice to telegraph them. Now we ask that you have the night letters signed as rapidly as possible and that you send them from the telegraph offices without moments delay.
 Don't wait for any further word from us. Conditions are now even more serious and the messages should be sent at once. They should all be in Wash ington by Wednesday.
 SITUATION GRAVE
 We beg that you will realize how grave we consider the situation when we assure you that We are to pay for all of the messages. All that we urge you to do is to get the telegrams signed and send them at once. Then send the bills to us and check will be mailed to you immediately. We know what you have done in the past to help keep this country in neutral position. and we know that at this, the most critical time in the diplomatic negotiations, you will not fail to act for us Only
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