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The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
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The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
ONLY 5 SURVIVORS
Reunion Finds Few Indian
Fighters Left.
Commemorate Battle With
Kansas FrOntiersmen.

Wray, Colo, Sept. 1S.-Five men
who emerged forty-eight years ago to-
day from a three-day battle with nos
tile Cheyenne Indians in one OF the
most desperate encounters Whicn
characterized the time when the IN
dian and buffalo held right of prior
ity over the western plains, met
here today after journeying from the
far sides of the continent, to recount
the horrors of frontier life and renew
John Hurst, Ogdensburg, n Y;
Thomas Ranahan, Boise. Idaho; 3
Schlesinger Cleveland, o.; A. F. Ph-
ley, Kansas City, Kan, and Thomas
Murphy, of Kansas.
The occasion is the fifteenth en-
campment of the Survivors of the Bat
tie of Beetcher Island Several nun
dred persons from eastern Colorado,
western Kansas and western Nebraska
were in attendance.
Governor Capper Sends Regrets.
Three governors had planned to at
tend the celebration today, George A
Carlson. Of Colorado; John II. Moore
mead, of Nebraska. and Arthur Cap
per, of Kansas. Governor Capper.
however. notified the committee in
charge of the celebration that he
would be unable to be here, but sent
a personal representative. Governor
Carlson and Governor Moorehead
were to deliver addresses.
The battle occurred September 16,
II and IS, 1868. For three days the
Forsythe scouts, made up of Kansas
frontiersmen. withstood the siege by
the Indians, led by Chief Roman Nose.
Finally they succeeded in driving off
the redskins.
A monument was erected a few
years ago to mark the spot where the
fort stood. The money was appro-
priated by congress and raised by
popular subscription
The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
|. W. W. LOSES STRIKE
Miners Denounce Order and Hunt for
Former Jobs.

Biwabik, Mimi, Sept. 1S.-The ore
strike of the Industrial Workers Of the
World and iron miners of this dis
trict has been officially declared off
by the miners who have deserted the
1. w. w. and Sunday so voted. All
of the men are now seeking work in
the local properties, but it is not ex-
pected that places will be found for
many as there are few jobs open at
present.
The break up of the strike here fol-
lowed the action of the l. w. w. at
Hibbing and Chisholm, when they
gave notice that they would return to
work
The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
Mail Train Hit Auto.

Erie, Pa, Sept. 1S.-Four were
killed at the grade crossing of the
tracks of the New York Central rail-
road north of Girard depot today
when the fast mail train No. 35, west
bound, struck the automobile of Mrs.
Percy Siegel of Pittsburg. Those
killed were: Mrs. Percy Sieger. Pitts
burg, wife of one of the members of
the firm of Sieger Brothers; Mrs. K.
Shipman, Pittsburg. believed to be the
daughter of Mrs. Sieger; Maude B.
Shipman, 13. daughter of Mrs. K.
Shipman; negro chauffeur. name un-
known.
The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
Three Killed by Train.

Gallipolis, Ohio, Sept. 1s.-AItho
warned of the approach of a Hooking
Valley train at Dundas, John Ireland
drove his farm wagon containing his
wife and two daughters upon the
tracks in an effort to get ahead of
the flier. Mrs Ireland and the girls
were killed. Ireland escaped injury.
The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
WRECK ON MO. PACIFIC
Two Firemen Killed in Collision Near
Stuart, Colo.

TIoisington, Kan, Sept. 1S.-Two
freight trains on the Missouri Pacific
railroad collided at Stuart, Colo, to-
dav. according to reports reaching the
company offices here, which were to
the effect that Roy Scott and F. w
Hadley. the firemen. were killed The
engineers of both trains are believed
to have been severely burned.
The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
Pennsylvania Into Detroit.

Philadelphia, Sept. 1s.-The Penn
sylvania railroad will spend S1O,00O,-
900 to extend its lines into Detroit,
Samuel Rea. president of the system,
announced today. Passenger service
will be afforded by the present ter
ninais of the Wabash and Pere Mar
quette railroads.
The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
Queen Alexandra.

There is a strong movement in
progress in England to have Dowager
Queen Alexandra appointed vice.
refine of Ireland, with a suitable resi-
dence in or near Dublin. Queen
Alexandra has identified herself with
every work, to ameliorate the condi-
tiohs created by the war. thus more
firmly establishing herself in the
hearts Of the British people.
The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18

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The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18

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The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
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The Topeka state journal., 1916-09-18
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
LAND'S
 ID GERMAN NOTE
 |SEXPECTED SOON
In Well Informed Govern ment Circles Opinion Is That It Will Be Made
 Before Holidays

London, December 21-There Is strong probability that Great Brit aims note in reply to the German peace proposal will be made before Christmas. This was the opinion in well informed government circles to- day, where it is also believed the re- ply will be brief and will likely fol- low the lines of Mir. Lloyd Georges maiden speech as prime minister in so far as it will leave the door open for Germany to make concrete peace proposals.
 Great Britain's official reply to Ger many, as prominent officials preferred to term it, will be dispatched simu!tan- eously with that of her allies. Ever since the German note was handed to the foreign office by the American ambassador it has been subject of dis clssions between Premier Lloyd George and his cabinet council which meets daily. The note and the nature of the reply also have been discussed with Great Britain's allies and it is stated that these conversations have progressed so rapidly that preliminary drafts already have been made.
 It would, therefore not be surpris- ing if the allies replies were ready by the end of the week. Especially, it is said, would this be true in the case of Great Britain's note, which the prime minister is declared to be anx- ious to dispatch without delay.
 When the terms of the note definite ly agreed upon and the document is signed by Lord Robert Cecil, who is acting foreign secretary in the ab- sence of MT. Balfour, it may be handed to Ambassador Page with the request that he forward it to the state de- partment al Washington for transmits sion to Germany This is said to be the most likely method inasmuch as inc United States represents the al lies interests in Germany It is just possible. however, that the Great Brit ain may decide to dispatch the reply direct to the British ambassador at Washington with instructions to turn it over to the state department
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
PROHIBITION BILL FOR WASHINGTON
 FURTHER DELAYED
Parliamentary Misplay Is Cause of Sheppard Mea- sure Going Over Until
 After Holidays

Washington, December 20-(Special) The Senate late this afternoon agreed to defer action on the Sheppard District of Columbia prohibition bill, the Underwood substitute and all pending amendments, until the afternoon of January g. Accord ing to the agreement at that time vote will be taken. The agreement to post pone was readily entered into by both the friends and foes of the pending bill because so difficult was the situation that no one could foretell the result
 "The agreement to postpone" stated Senator Underwood, "carried with it an advantage to neither side. It simply offered both forces an opportunity to re- cruit their ranks. The issue will be joined January g. and shortly thereafter the end of the battle will have arrived"
 To number of correspondents this aft elLoon Senator Maritime of New Jersey observed
 'I have heard a great deal about an anti-prohibition lobby Until this fight waxed warm, however, I had never seen a real lobby. The lobby interested in making the district dry worked in the capitol. It was the boldest of which have eyer dreamed"
 Mr. Sheppard announced satisfaction in that the fight had been postponed. He believes that his bill will be passed when put to the test.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
Work of Reconstruction
 Of War Ruined Villages in
 France IS NOW Under WQU
Mrs. William H. CrOcker of San Francisco Is Furn- ishing the Funds for Rebuilding of Vitrimont.
 Old Men and Boys Employed in the Work

Nous.' or Miss One of Us," who is experimenting the work. Old men and youths unfit for military service are being employed on the building opera tions.
 The corner stone laying was an event in Vitrimont Grouped about the ruins and the foundation of the first structure were the inhabitants and soldiers on leave of absence. Tho American flag, besides the tri-color Of France, was in evidence. and de- spite the gloominess of the situation or the destroyed village there was a manifest feeling of joy that it's restor- ation after original plans would soor be seen.
 The little girls of the village, who excel in the art of embroidery were presented to the ambassador. and the, gave him handkerchiefs. examples of their work. as souvenirs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
DANISH PARLIAMENT
 VOTES ISLAND SALE

Copenhagen, December 20-(via Lon don )-After single reading the Folketh- ing today adopted the bill ratifying the treaty for the sale of the Danish West Indies to the United States The vote was 90 in favor of and 16 against ratifi- cation Five members were absent.
 When the bill came up for discus sion 14 members, of whom six were conservatives and eight of the left party, joined in moving an amendment asking the government to negotiate With the United States to purchase only St. John or St. Thomas, while Denmark would retain the other two islands This was rejected by 90 to l4. The proposal for the sale of all three islands was then adopted.
 The Landsthing, it is expected, will ratify the proposal tomorrow and thus the sale of the islands will be defi- nitely settled
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
PARLIAMENTARY MISPLAY

Washington, December 2O.-A parlIa- mentary misplay by one of it's friends late today upset plans for an immediate vote on Senator Sheppard's District of Co., lumbia prohibition bill, and advocates of the measure were obliged to agree that it go over until after the Christmas holi- days for final action.
 The Senate agreed to a final vote on the measure on January 9, after it's op- ponents had been sustained by the chair ln contenoing that it lost it's place on the Senate calendar by the action of serator Ashurst in securing unanimous consent to consider land bill
 Friends of the prohibition bill have ad- mitted a fear that postponement of the vote until after the Christmas recess would imperil it's chances of passage
 The parliamentary misplay which gave the opponents of the bill their chance it, without intention of imperilling a vote, got unanimous consent for con sideration of miscellaneous land bill. The opponents of the prohibition bill were quick to take advantage of the op- portunity to contend that it had been displaced before the Senate and were supported by ruling from the chair.
 Senator Ashurst. then sought to with draw the bill and did so at once by physically stepping to the desk and put ting the document in his pocket
 Senator Reed of Missouri insisted that such a method of withdrawing bills was new in parliamentary procedure.
 The Arizona senator walked slowly through the aisle. waving the bill over his head and restored it to the clerk S desk.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21

vitrimont. France, December 20. (Via Paris.)-This village, which, like it's neighbor. Gerbviller, was destroyed early in the war, will have the honor of being the first village reconstruct ed in France. and this is due to Amer ican enterprise and generosity. The re- building is already under way, the corner stone of the first group of houses having been laid Sunday by the American ambassador. William Graves Sharp.
 Mrs. William H. Crocker of San Francisco. who has furnished the funds for reconstruction, was unable to see the practical realization of her work. She was represented by Miss Daisy Polk of San Francisco. known in the community as "Mademoiselle de Ches
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
Summary of the News
GENERAL NEWS

GENERAL NEWS I-President appeals to warning na- tions 10 state terms on which they want peace. CordOva oil field is scene of tre- mendOus activity. Labor begins to realize 1t made very bad bargain. Prohibition bill for Washington is further delayed. All war fronts are quiet after spirited fights. Entire railroad is torn up and sold for "junk.' American woman starts recon struction Of French village ruined by war. 2-GOvernment report of cotton sin- ming.
 providing cars. S-Blnckmon opposes mail chutes in large cities. 0-Engineers report on Bessemer canal. sheriff reports much liquor at Girard stolen.
 LOCAL NEWS 5-Parisian store is total loss from fire yesterday. Age-HeraId's suggestion for return of aldermanic form. of govern mcnt is talk of town. University Glee club here tonight. Negro killed by powder explosion. 7-GIad HObson has moved to Chicago
 FEATURES 2-MOvie notes. 4EEditOrial comment. 6-SOciety.
 Dolly Dalrymple hears Mrs. Cau- dle, Jr.. lecture. 
 SPORTS S-Tearney is invited to present plans to national board. Pritchard is now coach of ID. A. C. basketball five. Vandy meets Y. M. c. A. Wedncs- day night. smith says Marion High Is mem- her of state conference.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21

The waste material business in the ohiteu states In 1916 has amounted to more than $.0OO,00O,oOo. officials of the association assert. They denied that the present high price of paper is due to a scarcity of rags and old paper stock.
 The paper manufacturers in recent months have assured us repeatedly that they were not in the market" said one officer. The fact Is the paper mills are getting all the waste material they need !"
 There have been extraordinary in- creases in the prices of waste materials during the last year, it was announced. Used Sunday 6-cent newspapers are now worth cent, old black stockings bring about cent pair and v4olen rags are worth 16 cents pound to dealers,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
Carranza Is Silent

Queretaro, Mex, December 20.-Gen- eral Carranza has not indicated wha, the reply will be to the communication from the American members of the Mexican American joint commission handed to the Mexican Commissioners in Philadelphia yesterday in relation to the protocol signed at Atlantic City. It is considered improbable here, however. that he will make it public until after his return from Saltillo. where he expects to go for Christmas
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
Burbank to Marry

Santa Rosa, Col, December 20. Luther Burbank, botanical evolution ist, announced today that he will
 marry Miss Elizabeth Waters, his sec retary, tomorrow in San Francisco. Miss Waters is a native of Hastings, Mich. Burbank is 67 years old. He met Miss Waters in New York in 1914.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
Entire Railroad Known As the "Cdn" 10 Be Torn
 Up and Sold for Junk
Waste Material Business of Country Reached Billion Dollars Say Dealers Old Stockings Bring Cent Each in
 Market -Woolen Rags Are Worth 16 Gents

New York, December 20.-Bought as "Junk,'' the Chicago, Anamosa and Northern, otherwise known as the Gan" road, has been resold and will be torn up. and, with it's rolling stock shipped Ito England and relaid, according to it's president. Herman sonker attending the quarterly session here of the National Asscciation of Waste Material Dealers. He said he expects to make the same dis poAtion of the Iowa Short Line. which he |aiso bought as waste material' a,The price of old rails and iron has
 eached such heights. MT. Sonker said, that the sale of the Gan" road realized |a very handsome profit. The road Is ss Fniles in length
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
Sentences Commuted

Pensacola, Fla, December 20.-The death sentences of James Brady and James and Percy Roberts, convicted of murdering Peter Wyman and wife in Santa Rosa county in 1915, have been commuted by the state pardon board to life Imprisonment in each case, ac- cording to information received here today from Tallahassee by States At tCrney Stokes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
Communications Not Offers of Mediation, But Merely
 Friendly Suggestions"
REQUESTS OUTLINE OF
 ACCEPTABLE BASIS
Washington Distinctly Surprised, as News of Governments Move Was ? Kept Profound Secret Until
 Documents Were on Way

Washington, December 20. President Wilson has appealed to all the belligerents to dis cuss terms of peace.
 Without actually proposing peace or offering mediation, the President has sent formal notes to the governments of all the warning nations suggesting that "an early occasion be sought to call out from the na- tfons now at war such an avow- al of their respective views as to the terms upon which the war might be concluded and the arrangements which would be deemed satisfactory as a guaranty against its renewal or the kindling of such conflict in the future, as would make 1t possible frankly to compare them.'
 Wholly without notice and entirely contrary to what administration of ficials have described as his course, the President last night dispatched notes to all the belligerents and to all the neutrals for their information. Summarized in the Presidents own words as contained in the notes his at N titude is as follows:
 ATTITUDE OF GOVERNMENT
 The President is not proposing peace, he is not even offering mediation. He is merely proposing that soundings be talk en in order that we may learn the neu- tral nations with the belligerents, how near the haven of peace may be for which all mankind longs with an intense and increasing longing. He believes that the spirit in which he speaks and the ob- \ jects which he seeks will be understood by all concerned, and he confidently hopes for a response which will bring a new light into the affairs of the world.'
 DISTINCT SURPRISE
 This latest development in the rapidly moving world events toward discussion of peace was not permitted to become known until tonight, when the notes were well on their way to the American am- bassadors in the belligerenr capitals and probably already in the hands of some Of them.
 It was most distinct surprise to all official Washington, which had been led to the belief that with formal transmit tai of the proposals of the central pow CTS the offices of the United States would await further moves between the bellg- erents themselves, and that certainly, in view of the speech of Premier Lloyd George and the announcements in Rus sia, France and Italy. further action by Neutrals would depend upon the next careful and delicate moves of the bellig- erents.
 PEACE PROSPECTS BRIGHTER The whole tenor of official opinion throughout Washington. when the Presi- dents action became known, was that it. immeasurably improved the prospects for some sort of exchanges looking to- ward an approach to reace discussions between the belligerents, without impair ! ing the position of, the United States K\should they finally be unable to find ground on which to approach one an- other.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-12-21
REAL ALABAMA OIL FIELD FOUND, B
 VIEW OF EXPERTS Three Big Corporations Hold Most of the Lands in
 Cordova Vicinity
MCCORMACK BRINGS
 IN SAMPLE OF OIL
University of Alabama Has Some Substantial Holdings in Vicinity of the Newly Found
 Oil Field

An Alabama oil field has been
 found.
 This was the hopeful statement
 of Birmingham men who were in
 state of great excitement all
 day Wednesday. following the an-
 nouncement that we'll with
 capacity of fully I50 barrels a day
 had been developed on the Bar
 ney mine property near Cordova.
 The well has been capped The prop erty is being guarded and nothing can be done until the arrival Of for mer Gov. Charles N Haskell of Okla hona, who is at the head of the com pany developing the property. A rush order has been placed for tanks and other equipment to catch the vaIu- able oil as it comes from the well, but has not arrived
 Holders of land in the vicinity of the well were all agog yesterday witii talk of oil. The lands, extending for miles about the site of the newly drilled well, are held principally by three great corporations-the Pratt Consolidated Coal company. the Bryan Coal corporation and the sloss-shef field Steel and Iron company.
 SMALL AMOUNT LEASED
 Only small percentage of tic vast acreage is under lease to the Okla- homa oil operators. who are headed by MT. Haskell The Pratt Consolidated Coal company, which owns 100000 acres of land in Walker and Jefferson counties, has leased fewer than 6000 acres to the Oklahoma men. The Bryan Coal corporation. of which Frank Nell son, Jr., is president, has 10000 acres near the we'll. While the lease has not been signed. tke Oklahoma men have reached an agreement with the Bryan interests for the development of these oil lands.
 The Sloss-S Sheffield Steel and Iron company has not leased an acre to any company according to a state nient of J. Campbell Maben, Jr., vice president of the company. The Sloss company has over S0,0oO acres of land in the environs of Cordova
 There are a few small holders. The University of Alabama has a rather sbstantial holding, as has the Benoist Mineral Land company
 DRILLING ANOTHER WELL
 There was a rather material devel- opment during the day. George B. Mc- Cormack, president of the Pratt Con- solidated Coal company, stated that his company had developed well at Flat Creek. which seemed to be as promising a well as that near Cor dova At depth of 1900 feet he stated that drillers had struck oil and that considerable quantity had come from the inner depths of the earth. At the present time water is flowing out of the well. As soon as a casing can be placed in the well the water will be pumped off and the oil that has been struck will be recovered.
 The company was drilling for red ore when oil was struck. A1r. McCor- mack stated that ore of the same vein as that mined on Red mountain had been struck further down in the earth.
 The drilling has been in progress for the past four months.
 AS regards the well at Cordova,
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