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The Detroit times., 1916-10-27
Big English Merchant
Ship Sent to Bot
tom
RUMANIANS
STILL RETREATING
Fort VauX Center Of
HOtly Contested
Struggle

LONDON, Oct. 27.--6ritish
and German destroyers clashed
in a sharp naval engagement in
the English channel last night,
the admiralty announced this az.
ternoon.
The German warships at
tempted a raid under cover Of
darkness. TWO enemy destroy
ers were sunk.
II is feared that one of the
British destroyers was lost. the
admiralty added, and another
was disabled.
The Detroit times., 1916-10-27

The Rowan Mere is one Of the
largest British liners sunk since
the beginning Of the war. She
was a steel screw four-maSter,
displacine 1o.32o tons. 52t feet
long and with a 5e,2 foot beam.
She was built in 1900 and was
owned by the Johnson Line Linn.
tied. being registered frcm LiV-
erpoo,.
The Detroit times., 1916-10-27

our ordres VIII 30 open SAturdnv
afternoon. Oct ge 20 receive savings
deposits per cent compounded
semi annually Detroit and Northern
MichiRan building and Loan Assn
citation, 20 Grand River West ADV.
The Detroit times., 1916-10-27

PrintinG--thc plain neat kind-that
n right-Times Job Dcpt.-Main 452O
The Detroit times., 1916-10-27

LONDON, Oct. 27.-The john
son liner Rowan More, flying the
British flag, has teen sunk.
The Detroit times., 1916-10-27

Your Noou DRN Lunch
Finest IN the city Ggl. Hotel Girls
Wold.-Adv.
The Detroit times., 1916-10-27

If The Times prints it, The Times bel
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Increase Area Valley Cotton
q =: q Il q = ::
Alfalfa and Barley Neglected
a* +: = ** +: = Fl
More Water Used for Cotton

of the valley and its Importance as a
cotton producing section.
Summing up the situation and pros
poets for next year, c. r. lockwood,
chief engineer for the district, said
yesterday:
"Much alfalfa land is being leased
for cotton land. and will be planted
to cotton next year. While there
would ordinarily have been expected
an increase in the amount Of water
Used in the past month or two, re-
suit of the higher prices for ranch
products, as matter Of fact in Oc-
tcber we sold 1000 acre-feet less than
in October Of 1915. The November
statements are not out, and | have
not sufficient data at hand to make
$ statement covering that month, hut
we are using less water now than at
this time last year, due to the great
decrease in the acreage of barley.
"But one reason for the condition
can be offered, and that is that the
lands which ordinarily go into barley
are goirg into cotton next year. This
will greatly increase the water de
nand for the coming season"
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05

Cotton enthusiasts are naturally
elated over the rich prospects offered
in the raising of cotton, but there are
conservative ranchers in the Valley
who view with alarm the apparent
reglect of barley and alfalfa. Farm
authorizes concede that cotton reigns
supreme this year and may possibly re-
peat in 1917, but the stability of bar
ley and alfalfa has never been ques-
toned and efforts are being made to
il rduce greater acreage.
Encouraged by the high prices be-
ing realized at this time by the cot
ton growers Of the Imperial Valley
on the American side, and the excel
lent prospect for a continuation of
strong demand and high prices for
some time to come, the ranchers who
have been engaged in the industry
will increase their acreage next year.
Those who have been giving their
attention to other crops will put a
part Of their land, at least, in cotton.
The result will be big increase in
the acreage, adding to the wealth
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
(By United Press

Washington. Dec. 5.--Declaring that
.tnc country "cannot and should not
consent to remain longer exposed to
profound industrial disturbances, y
President Wilson appeared before Con-
gress and appealed for immediate ac-
ton on his program Of settlement
ard regulation Of difficulties between
tie railroads and trainmen. \ state
nent of the need of such Legislation
occupied the bulk of his message, the
shortest he has yet delivered. He also
urged the passage by the house Of
Vocational, industrial and educational
measures which the Senate passed at
the last session. President Wilson
started reading his message at 1:02.
While the president was reading his
message group of suffragists un-
Jared banner on which was inscribed
"Mr. President, what will you do for
woman suffrage?" from the House
gallery. A page was hurriendly sent
and tore the banner down. President
Wilson continued his reading as though
hC had not seen the banner.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
DISTRICT LIABLE
FOR PAYMENT Of
$4,000 PER YEAR
PLUSPOWERRATE
Southern Sierras Subsidiary
Gives Option to Buy
Out Line.
CONTRACT TO RUN
FOR FIVE YEARS
Agreement Calls for Com.
pleti0n of Power Line
by April 1st.
CONTRACT TO RUN
FOR FIVE YEARS

The agreement, recently entered in
to between the Imperial Irrigation
District and subsidiary company Of
the Southern Sierras Power Corpora
tion, gives the district the option to
purchase the power line to be con-
structed from INLAND to Hanlon's and
also gives the power company an OPP
rortunity to cut into the lighting and
power business at Yuma. The fol-
lowing is synopsis of the contract:
"Under this agreement, the district,
in consideration of the construction Of
a transmission line to Hanlon's, and
the service to be rendered by the COM
pany, will be committed to a minimum
payment of $4,000 per year, begin
ming May l, 1917, and to a payment
for the power delivered, at the rate
of 200 cents per kilowatt hour, for
the first 100000 kilowatt hours used
in any month, It's cents per kilowatt
hour for the next 100000 kilowatt
hours, and l.50 cents per kilowatt
hour for power in excess of 100000
lilowatt hours in any month.
The contract is for five years, with
The option at the end of five years
to either purchase the transmission
line at it's value at chat time, or to
continue using and paying for power
a, the agreed rates for an additional
five-year period. An offer to pur-
chase the transmission line, and re-
sal by the company to sell, will ter
inmate the contract at the option of
tho district. .......
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05

Have you sent your name in for a
place at the County College Mems
banquet to be held at the Barbara
Worth next Friday night, December 8,
at 1880, under the direction of the
county committee of the Y. M. {. A.?
From present indications there is
sure going to be some diversified
bunch, ranging from Old Harvard to
Podunk College down on Bean Bios
som Creek, Mo. If you are a college
man you will want to be there.
Manager Richmond of the Barbara
Worth, a college man himself, is leav'
ing nothing undone to make it mem
orable occasion. An elaborate menr
is planned and the excellent service
for which this famous hostelry il
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
HOPE ENTERTAINED
RUMAN|AN CAPITAL

London, Dec. 5.-There is still a
chance for Bucharest to be saved. EX-
perts hope the Russians and Ruman-
ians defending along the Argesul river
will be able to hold the invaders and
to permit a continuation of the Rus
sian assaults in Trotus valley and sc
break in On the line here and endangel
the supply route to the Teutons
throughout East Pennsylvania, thus
causing a readjustment of the Teuton
lines.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Completing Arrangements for
College Mems Banquet Friday

noted assures banquet of the high
est order.
The program and toasts include
some of the best speakers and mu-
scans in the county. H. f. McGrew
Ph.D., of Whittier, will be the prin-
cipal speaker,
The purpose of this gathering is tc
atford an opportunity for the college
men of the county to renew those ties
Ct friendship which only come with
college experiences; to meet those mer
W no have had similar advantages il
other institutions, and to create {
larger spirit Of fellowship and cooper
alton.
Send your name with college name
and coors, not later than Wednesday
to Neil Locke, Imperial.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
MISSING AMERICAN
REPORTS I'LL SAFE
(By United Press)

FL Paso. Dec. 5.-The first authen-
tic news from the Americans in Chi
huahua City was received in tele-
gram from Charles Elmendorf, who
was repeatedly reported killed. He
said "We are all WELL This is taken
to mean that all Americans in Chi
huahua City are safe. There are no
~ reports of Villas movement
since the evacuation of Chihuahua
City. 1t is expected that he will make
San Andres his headquarters. He has
split his command into bands to loot
vcstcm Chihuahua.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Mrs. GriswOld Entertains.

Complimentary to Mrs. J. d. Girls
void of Sar Diego, who is visiting at
the home cf her son, a number of la
Cies were entertained by Mrs. A. II
Griswold Monday afternoon. While
the ladies were engaged in conversa-
ton their fingers were busy with
Christmas gifts. A two course lunch
cen was served at the close of the
afternoon. Mrs. Griswold, being as
sisted in serving by Mrs. A. A. An
derson.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
|MASONS ELECT
OFFICERS
MONDAY
II. L. Barker Succeeds Mont
J. Reid as WOrshipful
Master Here.

At d meeting of the local Masonic
lodge held last night the following
officers were elected for the ensuing
year, installation to be made Monday
el ening: H. l.. Barker, w. NJ; c. n,
Perry, S. w; Lodi Alexander, J. W;
Franklin J. Cole, treasurer; Thomas
Force. secretary.
The following are appointive Off
GERS: c. w. Barton, S. d.; f. J. Al
len, ]. d.. j. r. Ford, S. S.. Charles
/. Chi!ders, J. s; Professor House
marshal.
Mont J. Reid is the retiring W. NJ.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
MACKENzEN CROSSES
OVER DANUBE RIVER
(BY United Press

Berlin, Dec. 5.-General MackenZen
has crossed the Bucharest-Targoviste
railroad and his Danube army has
gained foothold in the lower Ar
gesul valley after defeating superior
forces. The Russian attacks in north
east Doruavatrek and Pennsylvania
are unsuccessful, as was the Russian
attempt to capture the arilroad near
Augustowks. The Bulgarians claim
the enemy attacks at Dobrudja were
repulsed. the Bulgars capturing Salts
keut. The enemy attacks at Wallichs
i'm Macedonia failed.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
HOME DELEGATES
RECEIVE THRILLS
At PASADEN Ma
Y.M.C.A MEETING
Minor Sweeney Is Elected
Secretary of Pasadena
Conference.
SPECIAL Car OUT
AND Al SO RETURN
Valley Dele.' IS Wear BoIls
Of Cation I'D Receive
Coui :esies.

Thirty High S lool fellows. with
County y. NJ. C. A. Secretary Neil
Locke and Profes ;or Soares Of the
Prawley High School, returned by
! special sleeper to the Valley Monday.
having been in attendance at The thir-
,eenth annual Older Boys Conference
of the Y NJ. c. A., held in Pasadena,
December / to 3. A special car took
tie boys out of the Valley Friday
morning. They were met at Shorb
station by ar electric car and trans
ported to Pasadena.
A we'll furnished banquet was the
first item on the program. Courses
We're interspersed by yells of the va
rious schools and by orchestra selec-
tions. Representative Of different
counties and schools gave three-min-
lute talks on various phases of the con-
ference them, "The Challenge Of the
Difficult" Ernest Mackey Of Impe-
rial spoke for the Imperial county
delegation.
Saturday morning other phases Of
tie same subject were presented by
the High School fellows, the closing
address being given by J. f. Springer,
late secretary. 1t was an inspiring
session. Every fellow came away with
bigger purposes and higher determina-
tons. The afternoon was spent Ill
different forms of recreation. Some
went up Mt. Lowe, others sightseeing
about the city and some visited
friends Saturday night was college
night. Representatives from all the
COLLEGES Of the state spoke. Musical
numbers were given by college glee
clubs and quartets. DR.. Robert Free
man of Pasadena closed the evening
with an address filled with wholesome
humor and helpful advice.
A memorial service, church attend
ance, special address to delegates by
Dr.. ]. A. Francis and conducting OF
Young Peoples Societies constituted
tie days program for Sunday, the
final meeting being held in the Pasa
lent Presbyterian church at 7;30 p
m.. at which DR.. J. w. Broughel
spoke. The meeting was closed in ar
impressive way. The 4S6 delegates
encircled the great auditorium ano
with clasped hands sang, "Blest Be
the Tie That Binds
The delegation from Imperial coun
tv included the leading fellows from
each high school Their lmperia
county badge, with boil of cotto'
attached, created no little interest
Every fellow returned feeling he ha'
experienced the most enjoyable an'
helpful time of his life, and resolving
that he will stand in his school TO
those things which are clean an'
right.
The delegates from Ell Centre wer
Lee Nuffer, Joe Douglas, Arthur Gary
II. McGovney, f. Driggers, Berly'
Stokeley and Minor Sweeney, the lat
ter being elected secretary of tn
conference.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Calexico High School.

Holders of claims secured by liens
against the bonding company which
guaranteed the construction Of the
Calexico high school building. and the
carrying out of the terms Of the con-
tract awarded to Robertson & Davis,
are preparing to press their suits to
a termination at the coming term OF
the Superior court.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
News From Mexico.
(Bv United PreSS)

El Paso. Dec. 5.-A telegram signed
= Foreign Club" saying "All safe was
received today from Chihuahua City.
1t is believed that all foreigners eX-
-cCpt Chinese are safe.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
MeXicans Will Pay.
lRN United PreSSl

Washington, Dec. 5.-The abduction
Of German Consul Vogel Of Matamoras
by bandits is reported. 1t is also re-
ported that the German vice consul
was killed at Chihuahua City.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Fixing Wages.
(By United Press)

Washington, Dec, 5.-Representa-
tive Underwood has introduced bill
Giving the Interstate Commerce Com
mission power to fix wages and hour,
OF labor for employees of common car
riers in interstate and foreign com
Imerce.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
English Friction.

London, Dec. Sit is authoritative
" stated that Lloyd George has re-
signed from the cabinet when it was
learned that Asquith could not agree
to the plan for a war council of which
Asouith was not a member.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
California Winner.
BY United PresS)

Chicago, Dec. 5.-The California
favorite, cross-bred steer entered by
the University of California, has been
chosen grand champion of North
America at the International Live
stock Exposition. The California Uni
versity entry also won the reserve
championship.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Change Plans.
(Bv United Press(

Petrograd, Dec. 4.-The RumanlanS
are retiring south of Bucharest under
a steady pressure. RumanianS be
tween Alexandria and Bucharest,
where the Teutons retired, are now
forced to retire by the reinforced Teu-
tons, who occupy GradichteS.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Rumanians Retiring.
(By United Press)
..A..s-aHA-A.

Wy O1HtSU fOoNT
Petrograd, Dec. 5.-The Rumanians
are retiring toward Bucharest under
constant attacks by superior forces.
Rumanian attempts to check the enc
my On roads from Ploeshti to Buchal-
est have been unsuccessful.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Vote for President.
by United Press)

by United Press)
Washington, Dec. 5.-The abolition
of the electoral college and the direct
election of president and vice presi-
dent is urged in a resolution intro
duced by Shafroth. 1t also provides
for increasing the presidential term
to six years.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Cost of Civilization.
(Rv limited PreSS)

Washington, Dec. 5.-Several ma
! ines were injured, eleven Dominicans
Filled and six wounded in the estab-
lshment Of American military gov
.c1nment in Santo Domingo.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Inquiries for Facts.
(Bv United Press)

Washington, Dec. 5.--The United
States government has inquired of
Austria for the facts regarding the
sinking of the American steamer Che
nung.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Against Cantu.
(By United PresS)

Los Angeles, Dec. 5.-Federal
agents have arrested Fortunate Teno-
rio, a Mexican military surgeon, sus
pected of recruiting men and shipping
ammunition into Lower California.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Coal Famine.
Nv United PreSS)

San Francisco, Dec. "a coal fam
inc confronts northern California anc
it is believed the present supply vii
rot last month.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Potatoes Cheaper.
(By United PresS)

(By United Press)
Washington, Dec. 5.-The Depart
ment of Agriculture today lifted the
embargo from Canadian potatoes, be-
ing the first step to reduce the high
cost of living.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
ArchbOld Buried.
(Bv United PresS)

VDy CTIIICN N0"T
New York, Dec. 5.-The body of
John d. Archbod, who died last night,
Will be placed in the family mauso-
Il.um at Sleepy Hollow today. His
wealth is estimated at $100,000,00O.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Feed Them Nothing.
lBY United Press

(By United Press
New York, Dec. 5.-Six members of
the Harlem Live Poultry Association
were indicted today by the grand ju-
Try, charged with violating the Don
nelly antitrust law and fixing prices
in colluson with slaughter houses.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
COTTON MARK EFT.

The following quotations are from
the Imperial Valley Long Staple Cot
ton Growers Association:
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05
Weather Predictions.
(By United Press)

(By United Press)
Los Angeles, Dec. 5.-Unsettled
weather; probably rain tonight and
Wednesday. Light southwesterly
minds.
Imperial Valley press., 1916-12-05

Gentlemen Of the Congress: In full
filling at this time the duty laid upon
me by the Constitution of communl-
eating to you from time to time in
formation of the state of the UnOln
and recommending to your consldera-
ton such legislative measures as may
be Judged necessary and eNpedlent |
Skall continue the practice, WlIch /
hope has been acceptable to you, OF
leaving to the reports of the several
heads of the executive departments the
elaboration of the detailed needs Of
th public service and eontine myself
to those matters Of more general pub
lie policy with which it seems neces-
sary and Feasible to deal at the pres
ent session of the Congress.
| realize the limitations of time un-
dcr which you will necessarily act at
this session and shall make my sug-
grstions as few as possible; but there
were some things left undone at the
last session which there will now be
time to complete and which it seems
necessary in the interest of the public
e. do at once.
In the first place, it seems to me
imperatively necessary that the ear
iezt possible consideration and actor
should be accorded the remaining
T., 4asures Of the program OF settle
mcnt and regulation which ! had oc-
c9yion 10 recommend to you at the
close of your last session in view OF
the public dangers disclosed by The
1naccommodated difficulties whicl
tner existed, and which still unhap
l.'rlv continue to exist, between th'
railroads Of the country and their 10
Ic0motive engineers, conductors anC
trainmen.
| then recommend:
First, immediate provision' for th'
enlargement and administrative reor
SANITATION of the Interstate Commerce
commission along the lines embodied
IN the bill recently passed by tn
House OF Representative and nov
awaiting action by the Senate; in or
der that the commission may be en-
allied to deal with the many great an
, ynr;ous duties now devolving upon
, w;h a promptness and thoroughnes
- which are, with its present constitu
ton and means of action, PRACTICAL
;mpossible.
Second, the establishment of a
eight-hour day as the legal basis alik
of work and of wages in the employ
= ment of all railway employees who az
| actually engaged in the work of OF
q Grating trains in Interstate tranSpol
: tation. ....
= Third, the authorization of, the al
: pcintment by the president of sma
body of men to observe the actual r.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1916-06-17

you have business relations with this bank we invite you
to correspond with with view of establishing them 1t will
give pleasure demonstrate the character of the service
render.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1916-06-17

The already good highway through th'
towns Of Williamstown and Brookfeld /:
being improved considerably during thi;
winter summer and it promises to be in
even better condition than usual In
some places the highway is being widened
and dangerous curves and approaches are
being eliminated so that there will be
less likelihood of collision of vehicles
Moreover, the road is being constantly
repaired, the holes being filled and lev
eled, thereby presenting smooth sur
face for both teams and motor vehicles.
The road is easily one of the best in the
state Of Vermont and the result speaks
volumes for the progressive spirit of
chose two towns along the line of good
roads. 1t is extremely unfortunate that
the approaches to the city of Barre re-
main in such condition that they form
decided contrast to the excellence of
these Williamstown-B rookfeld stretches
of highway.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1916-06-17

Justice George NJ Powers of the supreme
court be drafted as a candidate TO sue
coed Page comes from an anti-Proetor
influences that should Justice Powers be
chosen to succeed Page. would not the
ambitions OF Redfeld Proctor be given
death blowl
as not the fact that the people have
some sort Of an intimation that a vote
for Page means two for the Proctor
organization the reason why opposition
is growing against Senator Pager Is not
this underground belief going to back
two men against Page and Proctor, If the
Proctor organization is interested!
Wont Fletcher and Gates find their
strength gaining weekly from now I'M
I'll the primaries, as the coalition virus
spreads into the capillary system Of the
body polite and it becomes known that
il is deadly to the ambitions Of eligible
men for any state office for wears TO
come If such trick could b. pulled of 2
Mr. Editor. these are Hypothetical ques-
tions. but If they should be asked Of
every voter in Vermont, don't YOU think
Mr.. Fletcher or Gov Gates or perhaps
Justice Powers. President John NJ. Thorn.
as Of Middlebury college cX-Gov. John
A. Mead Of Rutland. or Judge Charles i.
Darling of Burlington. might he elected
nited States senator? l.
aAliddleburv. Vt. June 10, 1915
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1916-06-17

good ought to result from the systematic
schooling which the boys and girls are
receiving at Vergennes, good that will
become apparent when they have reached
their majority and have been sent out
from the school to battle against the
problems which are bound to come to
them. If they satisfactorily pass the re-
quirements of the course in the industrial
school they will not be seriously handi-
capped mentally in the competition with
their fellows who have been more fortu-
nate perhaps in their early and formative
years and who have had the benefits OF
schooling under less restraint than the
members of the industrial school. The
requirement of the rudiments of an edu-
cation, too, ought to inspire the boys and
girls in the Vergennes institution to bet
ter things in life, to cause them to be
dissat isfed with the conditions which
brought about their entrance into the in
dustrldl school ana 10 ehueafof W snaps
their courses so that they will become
valued members OF society. That they
already appreciate the efforts which are
being made in their behalf is indicated by
the statement that out Of 2S6 inmates of
the school only 46 are refractory to the
extent that they have to be kept under
lock and key. The states industrial
school is in position to do great deal
Tor many of the boys and girls of the
state who were unfortunate in their start |
out who may have the potentialities Of
rood citizens once the best qualities in
hem have been brought out.