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The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Given Unlimited Powers by
Delegates Council.
DIFFICULT TASK IS FACED
Sweeping New Powers Granted to
Russian Premier by the Provisional
Government - Chaotic Conditions
Prevail on the Battle Front.

Petrograd. July 24.-After an all.
night session the Council of Soldiers
and Workmen's Delegates and Peas
ants of all Russia has voted to grant
the government OF Premier Kerensky
unlimited powers" under the title,
Government Of National Safety" for
the re-establishment of public order,
both at the front and at home.
The sweeping new powers were
granted to the provisional government
in a resolution adopted by the com
bined sitting of the executive com
mittees Of the council or workmen's
and soldiers delegates. The resolu-
tion, which was passed by 252 to 81.
read:
Recognizing that the country IA
menaced by a military debacle on the
front and by anarchy at home, It Is
resolved:
First, That the country and the
revolution are endangered,
Second, That the provisional gov.
ernment is proclaimed the govern.
ment Of national safety.
Third, That unlimited powers are
accorded the government for reestab-
fishing the organization and discipline
Of the army for a fight to the finish
against the enemies Of public order
and for the realization Of the whole
program embodied in the government
al program Just announced"
With Kerensky serving not only as
Premier but as Minister OF War and
Marine, It is apparent that vast pow
ers are thus lodged IN the hands Of
this one man, suggesting those Of q
virtual dictator.
The chaotic conditions prevailing OIL
part Of the Russian front are disclosed
In a telegram sent to Premier Keren-
sky, the provisional government and
the Council of Workmen's and Sol
dier's Delegates by the executive CON-
mittee and the commissioner Of tbs
provisional government with the sec
ond army on the Southwestern front.
The telegram announced the inau-
guration of stern measures to combat
I'VE unanimously recognise that the
situation demands extreme measures
and efforts. for everything must b.
risked to save the revolution from
the message roads.
"The commander in chief Of the
western front and the commander Of
the second army have given orders to
Are on deserters and runaways.
Let the country know the truth. |
Let 1t act without mercy. Let It find
enough courage to strike those who
BY their cowardice are destroying |
Russia and the revolution"
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Great Agricultural Club Convention
2l7 Enthusiastic Young People Gather in Berea
Cooperation" the Slogan

On Thursday, Friday and Satur-
day the Agricultural Club Conven-
ton for Jackson, Rockcastle and
Madison Counties was held IN
Berea. Two hundred and seven
teen delegates from the local clubs
OF these counties were present. Co
operation" as a means to increased
production was the slogan. Youthful
enthusiasm and energy were charac-
teristic of the entire Convention.
The movement to hold these an
nual conventions was started by
County Agent Robert +. Spence last
year and at that time a very help
ful convention was held with one
hundred ilfty-four delegates attend
ing. This year the number of dele
gates was increased by large num-
ber and the programs were of an
improved nature.
The idea OF having the young peo-
pie Of different clubs of the sur
rounding country meet together an
nually in one great convention is
something new and the success Of
II must be largely attributed to the
untiring efforts OF Mr.. Spence. Every
kind Of a young peoples club, such
as the pig club. corn club, tomato
club, calf club. canning club. etc,
had its representative. Meeting to-
gether in one convention, each de-
partment is able TO learn OF the work
OF the other divisions. and by pool
ing their experience and knowledge,
much can be learned Of mutual
benefit. Only by the coordinating
work Of such meeting can the
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Two Shipping Board Members Cult.

Washington.-President Wilson. i'm.
mediately after his trip to Hampton
Roads. will take up, ahead Of all other
pending problems, the controversy
over Government shipbuilding. He
will try to settle finally the differences
between General George w. Goethels.
head of the Emergency Fleet Corpor-
alton, and Chairman William Denman,
Of the Shipping Board. designations
OF two Shipping Board members have
been sent to the President. 1t is re-
ported. One is John B. White. Kan.
sas City's wobbly member. whose
switch to Denman held up the ship
program. while the other is John A.
Donald. said to be disgusted with the
inaction, according to the rumor.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

different clubs work together in
sympathetic cooperation.
Free board and lodging were fur
nlshed by Berea College so that the
expense was very slight. Automo-
blles were furnished free of charge
by auto owners in Berea.
The first meeting Of the Conven-
tion was held Thursday afternoon
at the Pavilion where the visiting
delegates were cordially welcomed
10 our city by J. w. Herndon. County
Agent Reynolds replied with fitting
words of appreciation. After
general organization, the delegates
set out to see the points OF interest
around Berea. They were compelled
TO go in groups on account of the
large number. Experienced guides
conducted them thru the Printing
ofiice' the Woodwork Department,
the College Dairy, the College Barn
and many other local points of inte-
rest. The delegates were especially
Impressed with the new milking
machine which has recently been
installed at the College Dairy. At
Nesper Hour, concert on the New
Berea Chimes was appreciated by
all. The night meeting was led by
DIR b. II. Roberts, pastor Of the Union
Church. on "The Bible and the
Farm" The girls found pleasant
lodging at Putnam Hall and the boys
at Cumberland.
The meeting on Friday morning,
presided over by President Iona
Fish, was given to hearing reports
tContinued on PAGE Yfvs)
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
To Build New Town

A modern new town is soon to be
built at the headwaters Of Milestone
Greek in Letcher County by Indian
apolis men who are to develop
large area of fine coal lands, the
lease having been made few days
ago. The Letcher-Elkhorn Coal
Company is the style Of the COM
pany which is to develop the sec
tion. A branch line of the
Louisville & Nashville is to be built
TO the new town. Many people will
be employed in the work.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Our Harvest of Food

The products Of the year ripening on the FARMS
and the supply is abundant Soon the time to market
will be here if it has not already come The consumer
who needs the food and the producer who raises
be secured from undue profits middeman and specu-
ator AT times like this it easy take advantage
The President has asked Congress for power meet
this situation and act for the welfare of ALL Congress
has been discussing the plan for many weeks Now it
is time for action before it is too late help the ones
who need it.
We are all concerned for it affects US ALL
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

The Citizen, ever mindful OF its
many appreciative readers, is
publishing in this issue the numbers
drawn up TO and including the
1900 draw. Next week we will
finish the list. Keep this issue for
all time as il will show the order
to be drawn from time TO time and
will also be a relic TO be cherished
in future years.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
The Conscription

Everybody will remember Friday the twentieth of
July On that day, in Washington, the numbers we're
drawn which decided who should go from among to
our country in the Lists have been eagerly
scanned in every city and hamlet of the land Nothing
that has yet happened has brought the closely
the whole people The reality of the whole thing felt
by ALL
Exemption boards have been organized in the differ
ent districts and will give fair hearing all who have
good reasons to be excused 1t is patriotic go if
is ht 1t patriotic to stay at home If one is not M
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Charge That Two Young Men Failed
to Register

Warrants have been issued at
Winchester for Robert Powell, son
of George Powell of the pilotville
neighborhood, and Jake Field, son
oi Mr.. and Mrs. A. Field. Of Lexing-
ton, charging them with failure 10
register for military service. Powell
was arrested by United States Mar
shall Oscar Vest. His parents claim
that he lacked few months Of the
required age. Field has not yet
been arrested. His parents claim
that he registered at Indianapolis,
where he is located.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

or the i67,i59 whites subject Ia
draft in Kentucky 1888 claim ex-
emption. Breathitt and Lee Counties
will not be required to furnish ad-
ditional men for the army. as enough
men to. satisfy the quota have al
ready entered the army as volun-
teers. Franklin County, including
Frankfort, having furnished 100
men, will be required to draft only
four more.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

An investigation Of the affairs of
the defunct Kentucky Rural Credits
Association took place in Lexington
recently. Former Governor James
r. McCreary, who for time was
president Of the concern, said he
would not have accepted that Office
had he known that a commission OF
25 per cent had to be paid TO o. l..
Van Laningham on all stock sold.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
oendarnes Cause state Of Siege.

Paris.-A state of siege has been
proclaimed in Valencia, according to
official announcement in Madrid. says
a Havas dispatch from the Spanish
capital. The action was taken be-
cause Of clashes between strikers and
gendarmes. during which many per.
sons were wounded. The announce
ment said the troops were cheered by
the population OF the city.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

The Russians have not been keep
ing up the record of the famous
drive which promised so much.
Dissatisfaction in the ranks and
heavy attacks by the Germans and
Austrians have caused them TO fall
back in several places. The min
lister of war, Kerensky, is at the
front trying to inspire the men TO
fight.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
ROADS SHOW NET INCREASE
Show Gain In Revsruss Over Year
Ago.

Washington, July 24.-Railroad
earnings for May. reported complete
by the interstate commerce commits
sion. bear out the commission in its
recent refusal to grant freight in.
creases.
The 1877 principal lines earned $s2..
47s,54S in May, as against $90.93l. .795
for the same month in 1915.
The roads Of the eastern division
showed a loss Of about $5.000.000 un.
der 1916, but western and southern
lines more than overbalanced the
shortcoming.
The commission entered an order
canceling all rulings previously issued
that might be found to conflict with
the terms Of the finding In the Is per
cent case.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Ten kllIsd;'3e Injured.

New York, July 2i-Eight drowned.
two killed in an automobile wreck, one
injured by jumping from Brooklyn
bridge. thirty-five hurt by runaway
horse at Coney island, was New York's
toll OF disaster-the result OF one
days pleasure seeking.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Eliminate Aliens From Draft.

Washington.-The elimination of all
aliens from the draft registration list
and an apportionment of draft quota
in Ohio on the basis of registrants
subject to military service comprises
a plan for apportioning the draft
which Representative Il. r. Bathrick
has been trying to impress upon Gov
Cox-as the equitable method of appor
tionment.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
The Fall Term

Prepare for school in the fall All men who are
most able to give good advice agree that the should
not hinder schools Never did country need so
much 70 have trained men and as today. We
cannot afford to sacrifice manhood and womanhood for
anything else whatever
Let every boy and girl get ready for the fall term.
Let parents to it that the way made possible for
them to get to school,
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
False Reqlstrsnts Sou aht.

Chicago, July 24.-Draft registrants
who gave fictitious names and address
es were being hunted by federal in
vestigators here. All face trial by
court martial. and II found guilty. oan
be imprisoned ten years.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Freight Increases Upheld.

Washington. July 24.-Recent IN
creases IN freight rates on bltuminous
coal from mines In Ohio, Pennsylvania,
Maryland. Wesa Virginia. Virginia
Kentucky and Tennessee to points In
Ohio. Indiana and Michigan have been
upheld by the interstate commerce
commission with certain minor ex.
ceptions.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

We beg to explain the delay IN
sending the premium books that so
many Of our readers ordered thru
our representative, Mr.. w. 7. Muncy.
On account of the freight rush, they
have not reached us.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
WORLD NEWS

The German attacks on the French
frontier have been exceptionally Sc
we're during the week and il has
been suggested by war critics that
an effort is being made TO exhaust
the French and English before the
Americans are able to take an eff
fective part in the war.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

The English Cabinet is consider
ing a proposition from an American
engineer in New York to make u
tunnel under the English Channel.
New and powerful drills have been
devised which will make the CON-
pletion Of it possible in q reason
able length Of time. The project is
not new one but it is receiving
more serious attention than for
merly.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

A stable owned by William Pitch
er was burned at Irvine Saturday,
the 2ist. and six mules and two
horses were destroyed. The fire is
believed TO have been Of incendiary
origin, and is the second that has
happened on that property recently.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
N OUR OWN STATE

A heavy hail storm visited the
country southeast Of Nicolasville
late Wednesday. II greatly damaged
corn, garden truck, tobacco, and
hemp.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
Socialist Farley Again Set Back.

Stockholm, July 24.-Another post
ponement in the main sessions of the
international Socialist peace confer.
ence has been announced. The joint
sessions will open Sept. I, under pres
ent arrangements. but the belief is
widely held that IL will be even a
later date before the conference 10 be
gun.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

To clean painted walls dissolve two
ounces OF borax In two quarts OF wa
ter, add a teaspoonful OF ammonia,
and use half OF this amount TO a pail
OF water. using no soap.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

The Citizen family has greatly in
creased recently. Many new homes
are eladdened each week by its
coming.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

A considerable desire seems to
be rising in Russia for the trial Of
the former Car. Not that an exc
cution is expected but a clear-cut
expression of the abuses Of the gov
ernment that prevailed under his
rule. Voursteff, the historian. is a
leader in this movement.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

II is said that the former Chan
cellor Of Germany, Bethman Hollweg,
has retired to his estate and intends
to pass the time in writing history.
He ought TO have some interesting
things to say, and perhaps writing
history will prove more pleasurable
than making it.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

II is evident that Germany is feel
ing the need of watching Denmark
quite closely as the pressure from
Americas embargo grows greater.
She has sent an ambassador to that
country, Count Bernstorff, who was
formerly minister to the United
States.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

Don't forget the Berea Fair. II
will pay you to attend. See the ad-
vcrtisement in this issue.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

China has new president, Teng
Kwo, who has seemed to be favor.
able to the Republic. He was for
merly military governor Of Nam
king and figured prominently at the
time Yuan Shi Kai tried to turn
the Republic into an Empire. He is
said TO have been responsible for
the failure Of the attempt at that
time.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

Echoes In large rooms may some
times be prevented by hanging heavy
tapestry on the walls.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

By an act of the diet, Finland, the
northern province of Russia, has de-
clared absolute independence from
that state. II is hard blow TO Rus
sia just at this time. II will be diff
flcult to give the matter the atten-
ton it needs and still fight the war,
and it will be dangerous to neglect
it since other provinces are likely
to follow the example and secede.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

"Facts are stubborn things" is an
aphorism tirst used by lie Sage In "Gil
Bias" IL has become proyerbial.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

Considerable interest in center
ing on Holland at present. Her po-
sition at the mouth Of the Rhine is
an important one and there is evil
dent desire on the part Of the
allies to draw her into the war on
one side or the other. II is not clear
at this time just which side she
would take.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26
U. s. TO ENFORCE
STRICT EMBARGO
NEUTRAls TO GET JUST ENOUGH
SUPPLIES TO SUSTAIN EN- ON
SAME BASIS AS ALLIES.

RedfieId Makes Public List Of Products
Requiring License for export-Presi.
dent Convinced Teuton Armies, Not
People, Are Being Fed BY Neighbors.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

Names OF Berea men drafted will
he found ON page 5.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

The latest arrival among the allies
opposed to Germany and Austria Is
the kingdom of Siam. Her ruler has
declared that state of war exists
and he has taken the opportunity
To seize a number of ships.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

The Emperor of Germany has re-
Gently called conference of the
leaders of the Reichstag to meet
with him personally, and discuss
certain questions outlined by him.
The press of Germany expresses
much satisfaction with this and
locks on it as an indication that he
intends to take the people more into
his confidence.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

The speech of the new German
Chancellor in the Reichstag has not
given any hope for a difference OF
policy. Germany elects to fight on
and strive for victorious peace.
Lloyd-George of England, in refer
ence to the speech, says that it Of
fers only a sham peace" and "a
sham democracy"
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

| WORLD NEWS
The German attacks on the French
frontier have been exceptionally Sc
we're during the week and il has
been suggested by war critics that
an effort is being made TO exhaust
the French and English before the
Americans are able TO take an eff
fective part in the war.
The Russians have not been keep
ing up the record of the famous
drive which promised so much.
Dissatisfaction in the ranks and
heavy attacks by the Germans and
Austrians have caused them TO fall
back in several places. The min
lister of war, Kerensky, is at the
front trying to inspire the men to
fight.
By an act of the diet, Finland. the
northern province of Russia, has de-
clared absolute independence from
that state. It is hard blow TO Rus
sia just at this time. II will be diff
ficult to give the matter the atten-
tion it needs and still fight the war,
and 1t will be dangerous to neglect
1t since other provinces are likely
to follow the example and secede.
The speech of the new German
Chancellor in the Reichstag has not
given any hope for a difference OF
policy. Germany elects to fight on
and strive for a victorious peace.
Lloyd-George of England, in refer
ence to the speech, says that it Of
fers only a sham peace" and "a
sham democracy"
The Emperor of Germany has re-
Gently called a conference of the
leaders of the Reichstag to meet
with him personally, and discuss
certain questions outlined by him.
The press of Germany expresses
much satisfaction with this and
locks on it as an indication that he
intends to take the people more into
his confidence.
Considerable interest in center
ing on Holland at present. Her po-
sition at the mouth Of the Rhine is
an important one and there is evil
dent a desire on the part Of the
allies to draw her into the war on
one side or the other. II is not clear
at this time just which side she
would take.
II is evident that Germany is feel
ing the need of watching Denmark
quite closely as the pressure from
embargo grows greater.
She has sent an ambassador to that
country, Count Bernstorff, who was
formerly minister to the United
States.
II is said that the former Chan
,ellor Of Germany, Bethman Hollweg,
has retired to his estate and intends
o pass the time in writing history.
lie ought TO have some interesting
hings to say, and perhaps writing
history will prove more pleasurable
han making it.
The English Cabinet is consider
ng proposition from an American
engineer in New York TO make q
unnel under the English Channel.
Jew and powerful drills have been
|cvised which will make the CON-
'letion Of il possible in q reason
BILE length Of time. The project is
ot a new one but it is receiving
lore serious attention than for
lerly.
The latest arrival among the allies
pposed to Germany and Austria is
he kingdom of Siam. Her ruler has
eclared that a state of war exists
nd he has taken the opportunity
} seize a number of ships.
China has a new president. Teng
wo, who has seemed TO be favor.
Bile to the Republic. He was for
.nplxt ,,slilapxy ~ Nan
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1917-07-26

knowledge is Power-and the
way 10 keep up with modern
Knowlege is TO read q good
Newspaper.
The Elbert County tribune., 1917-07-27
PERSIMMONS.
Diat 40

Mrs. Rhudy and daughter called
rival.
Mr.. and Mrs. Jas. Murray. Wallace
Whiting and wife were Joy riding in
the Fondis country last Sunday.
The Ladies' Aid met with Mrs.
squires last Thursday. The fact that
between thirty-five and forty were
present shows the deep interest taken
by all members and neighbors.
John Rhudy and son Earl and Joe
Brazelton and son Rhudy went af-
ter cherries to Clark's Colony last
week. They returned with twenty
four gallons, enough to last as long
as the war does.
Mrs. Blakely gave dinner Sunday
The guests were Mr.. and Mrs. Irwin.
Lorens Driever, Hazel Grury and
Bertha Blakely.
Ruby Dittemore is greatly i'm
proved.
Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. Gresham went
on an outing to Colorado Springs,
Cripple Creek and southern points.
Roscoe Mcclure did the chore act.
Saturday evening a school meeting
was held for the business of painting
the school house etc. Nearly all pa
irons were present.
Mrs. Joe Brazelton is taking in
Frontier day at Cheyenne this week
John Epler, VIII Watts, Alex Elsnel
and families are also going to take il
the sights. They expect to remain ;
week and we expect to hear som'
great reports when they return.
Jesse Squires accompanied by Ma
Squires and Annie Murray are so
journeying In the Springs for fev
days.
The Elbert County tribune., 1917-07-27
NOTICE.

There will be a Race Association
meeting at the Court House. Kiowa,
Monday Evening, July goth. Every
one is cordially invited.
Dance-An all night dance will 5e
given in the Oaks Hall Saturday eve
ming, August 4 music by Gilbert.
Ball and Newlin of Denver. Tickets
$1.00. Supper extra. Everybody
Mr.. and Mrs. George Wrockloff and
two daughters arrived Tuesday noon
by auto from Pomona, California, ON
a visit with his parents ard sister.
They made the trip via the southern
route in seven days.