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The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1917-01-02
larry oROue New York City Widow and the Six Children She
Enabled by Mothers Pensions to Bring Up Herself

BY Judge Henry Neil
(Father Of Mothers Pension Idea,
Which Has Now Become a Law
in ~ States. -.
Here's an example of the value of
mothers pensions:
Mary O'Rourke's husband died in
New York city and left her with six
children and no money This state
of affairs a year ago would have sent
these children to the state institu-
tons, where they would have forgot
ten their mother. But mother would
not have tnrRotten them although
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
ITALIAN CABINET
NOT IN HARMONY
HITCH OVER AUTONOMY
FOR ALBANIANS
Baron Sonnino and Cabinet Cannot
Reach Agreement Over Proposed
independence OF Balkan Province
Proposal Deceptive.

ROME, June 15.-An unexpected
isagreement has arisen between Bar
on Sonnino and other members of the
Italian cabinet, over the independ-
ence of Albania. The King is much
concerned over the disagreement and
has arrived here to try and patch up
all agreement between the rival fac
tions.
A semi-official statement given out
by the government in respect to the
unity and independence of Alabama
says that this step is taken in realiza-
ton of the principles Of nationality
which is one of the objects of the
allies in the war" The statement con-
tinues:
Albania, through Italian influence
will be an element of development
in the Balkans. while its vicinity to
Italy and the protection of the latter
guarantee to that region a tranquil
existence, no more threatened by Aus
tria and other peoples.
"Since the cessation Of Ottoman do
minion Italy aimed to reconstruct AL
bania, while Austria used Albania as
a means to exercise dominion thru
the Balkans. She promised a deceiv-
ing autonomy, which. IL accepted,
would soon put the country under the
Austrian yoke"
Baron Sidney Sonnino. who has
blocked Italy's plans for the inde-
pendence of Alabnia, is a member of
the Italian parliament. he has held
many important positions under the
government. having been Minister of
the Interior. Premier. Minister of the
Treasury. etc. He was formerly editor
of the Rassegna Settimanale, and has
written many articles Of political
and economic nature.
1t is feared that his opposition will
cause the plans of the Italian govern
ment to fail, unless some amicable
agreement can be reached soon.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
I q. 900 DESERTERS TAKE
REFUGE IN SWITZERLAND

BERNE, June 15.-Between TO-
900 and 10000 deserters from the
armies of the entente allies and the
central power have fled to Switzer-
or have refused. to leave the country
at the conclusion Of furloughs and
thus are classed as deserters. The ma
jority are said to be Italians.
The long list constitutes not in
considerable problem for the authori-
ties. They enjoy the same rights as
other foreigners who are here legiti-
mately, yet cannot be drawn on in
any way for taxes of state expenses.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
1700 FISH
TAKEN YESTERDAY
CANNERY WORKING PART
OF TIME AT PRESENT
Several Crews Start Out to Fishing
Grounds This Morning and Large
Catch Is Anticipated! by First of
Week-Cannery Men Pleased.

Manager John Emel of the Valdez
Packing Company. states that the new
Valdez concern received 100 fish
yesterday from a few boats, and that
there is every prospect that by the
middle. of next week, the company
will have all the fish it can handle.
Several fishing outfits left for the
fishing grounds this morning and
more will follow as soon as the fish
appear in any numbers.
Mr.. Emel is greatly pleased at the
outlook of a large pack. and states
that there is no doubt but that the
concern will have all the fish it can
handle and will put up a maximum
pack. About 800 cases have been
packed since the plant was fired up
the first of the week, but as soon as
the fish begin running the plant will
be a hive of industry. furnishing en-
ployment for all who care to work.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
RUSSIAN OFFENSIVE
IS PREDICTED
GERMAN AND AUSTRIAN
PAPERS EXPECT DRIVE
Germany and Austria Have Used
Every Means D Prevent Further
Entrance Of Slavs Into War-tEr-
iOus Artillery Duels.

LONDON. June 15.-Both German
and Austrian papers are predicting
that Russia Will launch a new often
sive in the near future. Agents from
these governments have been very
active in Russia, seeking to prevent
further fighting along the eastern
front, but it is believed their efforts
have resulted in failure. Violent ar
tillery duels are in progress at every
important position along the front.
and hostilities have been resumed at
many points. Daring infantry raids
on the west front resulted in further
gains for the French and Belgians.
The Italians have started furious
assaults at Trentino and the British
raids at New Chappelle inflicted SER.
ious losses upon the enemy.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
French Planting Declines

PARIS. June 15.-Government
crop reports up to May /, published
in the Journal Official, shows dim
mutton of the wheat acreage of about
2,59O,O0O from last year, of II per
cent Paintings of rye are 81 per
cent and of oats Ia per cent less than
last year, but there is an increase of
about $4,000 acres in land planted
to barley.
The Governments statistician adds
that the figures are not altogether
final, as the spring grain sowing was
not ended at the close Of April. Inter-
mittent rains and warm weather are
having a favorable effect upon the
harvest prospects.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
BREATHES
SPIRIT OPTIMISM
PRESIDENT WILSON
TALKS ON FLAG DAY
Declares Americas One Choice Was
to Fight-Gern,any Would DOmin-
Arms Add New Lustre to Flag.

WASHINGTON, D. c., June Is
In the shadow of the historic Wash
ington monument, amidst the clash
of thunder and rattle of rain drops
President Wilson, in delivering the
Flag Day address, declared that our
one choice was to fight: and fight
TO win. The President states that a
German victory meant future DOM
ination of the world, and the fall of
Democracy and American ideals. If
our arms emerged from the war
crowned with success, the world en-
tered upon a long area of prosperity
and peace. He spoke strongly against
Germany's plotting for peace, and
stated that the world could afford to
accept no peace at Germany's dicta-
ton.
His address hreathed strong spirit
of optimism and victory. In the
course of his remarks the President
stated that the Nation was ready. to
plead it's cause before the bar of
justice and in it's course in the
worlds peril would add new lustre
to our flag. In reciting the causes
leading up to the war. Mr.. Wilson
stated that Germany's aggressions
had outraged all spirit of justice and
fairness and that the only course left
was to uphold our right to sail the
seas unmOlested.
During his address heavy thund-
erstorm passed over the throng. rout-
ing thousands, and causing them to
seek shelter from the elements. Tas
Presidents speech, amid the battle
Of the elements was most impressive
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
BODY OF HERO
FOUND TODAY
Manus Duggan, Aged Twenty. Who
Rescued Thirty-Five Persons,
Met Death in Mine

BUTTE, June I5.-The body of
Manus Duggan, the .2O-year-old nip
per in the Speculator mine, which
was destroyed by fire Tuesday, was
found today, far back in the workings
where he had gone to seek out other
victims Of the flames. Duggan res
cued thirty-iive persons during the
mine horror, single-handed. and after
he had conducted them to a place of
safety plunged back into the mine to
his death.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
ENTENTE FORCES
LANDING GREECE
SOME I'm ROUTE PIERAECS;
OTHER TO GUARD CROPS
Greece i'm Hands of Central Powers
King Forced to Abdicate and go to
Switzerland - Rape OF Neutral
Nation Crime.

ATHENS, June 15.-Entente forces
have taken over the Greek govern
ment today and are landing forces at
Pieraeus. Many of the troops are en-
route to Athens while others are
guarding the crops to prevent their
destruction by Greek farmers. King
Constantine and Prince George left
Yesterday aboard a British warship
for Switzerland.
Greek papers characterize the
..rape of neutral Greece as the CEN
tury's crime against civilization.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
MILLION DOLLAR
REFINERY BLAZE
NEW YORK PLANT HAS
4 SUSPIClOCS FIRE
Factory Of Big American Sugar Re-
inery Company Suffers from Tx
plosion Last Night-One Dead, 75
Trapped in Blazing Building.

NEW YORK, June lo.-The plant
of the American Sugar Refining Com
pany in this city was the scene of
million dollar explosion last night.
One person is dead and several MISS
ing. Seventy-five employees are trap
ped in the burning building and it is
feared that they are doomed.
No cause is known for the explo-
son. and it is believed to be the work
of German sympathizers.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
RELATIONS JAPAN
ARE CRITICAL
BOGUS NOTE no CHINA
FROM L. s. CASUS Bella
Japan Demands an Explanation, and
Commission has been Sent to Clear
Matter Cp-Secretary States Says
Clearly n misunderstanding.

WASHINGTON, D. c., June Is
Diplomatic relations between the gov
ernments of the United States and ia
pan are badly strained today as the
result of a note purported to have ben
from this country to China on June
9. The Japanese ambassador has de-
manded an explanation and full ex-
planation of affairs has been sent to
the American embassy, with instruc-
tons to clear the matter up. Admin
istration officials state that the note
was a forgery, and that no correspon-
dencethas existed between the Chin
csc aid American nations.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
CHINESE BLOCK
WAR PLANS
PRESIDENT ACCEPTS
DEMANDS GEN. HSUNS
Dissolution of Parliament Of Chinese
President Prevents Participation In
War-Li Yaung Hung May be
Forced to Resign.

PEKING, June 15.-President Ii
Yaung Hung accepted the demands of
General Hsuns and ordered parlia-
ment dissolved yesterday. thus block
ing the demands of the pro-allies
that China participate in the war.
The Presidents action makes it i'm
possible for China to enter the war
within six months.
Lii Yaung Hung, the Chinese Presi-
dent may be forced to resign the
Presidency in the near future.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
WE'LL KNOWN ENGINEER
GOES TO THE WESTWARD

Louis Levensaler. the well-known
mining engineer, for several years
with the Alaska Syndicate. was a
through passenger on the steamer
Alaska, en- route to Unga, where he
will make an examination of the APP
ollo mine, on which he and his assO-
ciates have an option to purchase.
Mr.. Levensaler was accompanied by
his bride.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
WILSON APPROVES CHOICE
OF NAVAL BASES

WASHINGTON, D. c., June Is
President Wilson, in a letter today
to Representative Lemuel Padgett of
Tennessee. chairman of the committee
on Naval Affairs. said he greatly ap-
proved secretary Daniels decision to
establish naval base at Hampton
Roads,
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
OF CONSTANTINE
FORERUNNER OF REPUBLIC

WASHINGTON, D. c., June Is
The abdication of King Constantine
is believed to be the forerunner of
Greek republic, with M. Venizelos
as the head. King Constantine's pro-
German sympathies were responsible
for his downfall and the new presi-
dent of the Greek republic will be q
strong adherent of the entente allies.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
PERSHING DINED BY
MANY BRITISH NOTABLES

LONDON, June 15.-Before Gen.
Pershing and staff departed for
France early this week they attended
banquet given in their honor by
many British notables, including the
British Premier. Lord Derby. Bal
four, Lord Cecil. Gen. Robertson.
Gen. Smuts, Marshal French, Admiral
Jellico. and the American and Brit
ish embassies.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
LIBERTY LOAN Is
LARGELY OVERSUBSCRIBE

WASHINGTON, D. c., June is
The first issue of Liberty Loan Bonds
have been oversubscribed by many
hundreds of millions of dollars, ac-
cording to Administration officials
here AT IL o'clock, an hour before the
time for closing 1t was estimated that
the loan had been oversubscribed by
half a billion dollars.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
ATLANTIC LINER BOATS
ARE STILL MISSING

PARIS. June 15.-The small boats
of the South Atlantic liner Sequana
are still reported missing by the mari
time board in this city. The Sequana
left this port early last week and
was torpedoed and sunk by a sub
marine. She had $50 passengers on
board, 100 of whom are still miss
ing
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
CONDENSED MILK
SHIPPED TO ENEMY

WASHINGTON. D. c., June Is
Government officials are tracing
larg shipments of condensed milk
which is believed to have reached
Germany through neutral ports. The
recent trading with the enemy act
passed by Congrss provides heavy
penalties for selling food supplies to
agents ofthe Central Powers.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MEETS TOMORROW NIGHT

A Meeting of the Valdez Chamber
of Commerce has been called for to-
morrow night at O'Clock, in the
rooms of the Alaska Investment Co.
This meeting Is of vital importance
to every member and their attend
ance Is requested.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
SAN FRANCISCO SHORT
ON BOND SALE $4,000. 900

SAN FRANCISCO. June 15.-San
Francisco bankers reported today
that they were short four million
dollars in their sale OF Liberty Loan
bonds. A strenuous EFFORT will be
made to complete the sale of allotted
bonds by tomorrow night.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
BRITISH CAPTURE TRENCHES
VICINITY OF MESSI NES

LONDON. June 15.-The British
last night captured another mile of
trenches in the vicinity of Messines.
Seven field pieces, a large number
of guns, and several hundred prison.
ers were also taken. A violent ar
tillery duel is raging between Cam
bria and Ypres.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
BAND Practice Tonight

There will be the regular Friday
night band practice tonight at Moose
Hall. All members are urged to be
present.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
GETS OFF WITH 4
LIGHT FINE

Alice Johnson of Anchorage. who
was charged with selling liquor with
out license. pleaded gully yesterday
in the district court at Anchorage.
and was fined SO and costs.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
LORD NORTHCLIFFE
ARRIVES WASHINGTON

WASHINGTON. D. c., June Is
Lord Northcliffs, who was recently
appointed on the British Commission.
arrived in Washington today. and
paid his respects to the President.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
SENATE ADDS 0,OOO.OOO
TO WAR REVENUES

WASHINGTON. d. c.. June Is
By placing tax on cosmetics and
athletic goods the Senate committee
added 100000 to the war budget
today.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
LOAN OVERSUBsCRIBED
IN NEW YORK CITY

NEW YORK, June 15.-The New
York federal reserve loan in oversub-
scribed. A tremendous eleventh hour
drive brought in $342,0OO.000.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15

WASHINGTON, ID. c., June 15.-|
President Wilson today signed the
war budget.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
AMERICAN MISSION ARRIVES
AT RUSSIAN CAPITAL.

PETROGRAD, June 15.-The U.
s. mission arrived here today. The
members report an uneventful trip.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15
Evans South Tomorrow

Evans South Tomorrow
The steamer Admiral Evans, which
is now to the westward, will arrive
in Valdez. Southbound. at 700 o.
clock tomorrow morning.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15

WANTED-To rent a piano in first
class condition. Call phone 80. st
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15

Sewing Machine for rent $50 per
week. delivered. Rudolph's Store.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15

One Of the phases Of the Russian
situation as 1t Affects Washington In
the position In which the Russian am
bassador, George Bakhmeteff, is
placed. There Is an evident feeling at
the embassy of uneasiness as to what
the outcome will be. The Russian am
basssdor has represented his country
In Washington since 1911. Nine
Bakhmeteff is American born. the
daughter Of the late General Beale.
Valdez daily prospector. (Valdez, Alaska) 1905-1918, 1917-06-15

PRESIDENT SIGNS
WAR BUDGET
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-12-09

There is a dome light IN ee;l-
ing, three silk roller curtains.
parcel pockets at both sides Of
rear seat, foot rail, windshield
wiper, and nickel handles to
close doors from the inside.
The entire top and sides arc
decorated with gray and black
striped cloth. Every inch Of tho
floor Is covered with thick car
pet to match the wallis and
ceiling.
The body is Brewster Green
with black top.
1t has 4-inch tires. non-ekid
rear; 106-inch wheelbase; Auto
Lite electric starting and light
ing, and vacuum fuel system.
Make your Christmas money
live longer, do more good and
equip you for efficient Hyin1
during the bad weather ahead.
Order now! "A
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-12-09
DON'T WASTE GASOLINE
Patriotic Motori.tK Can Help In Saving
100000 Gallons n Day. Says
Robert Duulop.


According to the latest compilation.
the total daily production OF gasoline In
the United States is now S,s4s.ooo gal
Ions" said Robert Dunlop. the repre-
sentative Of :, large oil company. last
week
"Ssatisticiaus have estimated that in
1918 the army and may aud the new.
airplanes will require 1000 gallons OF
gasoline n day. or 10000 gallons q
year. Those figures are based OH ac-
tuai consumption up 20 October a5. Ia1T.
II thus appears that. after "a. govern.
in"1ts requirements have bean satisfied.
there will be nearly 100000 gallons
a day left to meet the demands Of do
nestle consumption in the United States
ond for shipment to the allies.
The Bureau of Mines. in late bull
lctin. estimaes that 100000 gallons of
gasoline are wasted every day by leaky
and poorly adjusted carburetors. waste
tank wagons. motors running idle.
waste in garages and eXtravagant Joy
riding. With the need for greater war
time efficiency, more economic use Of
gasoline must be urged on every auto
mobile owner. Tho patriotic appear for
economic use OF gasoline will also be
urged upon the $4,000 motorboat en-
gineers. and the 100000 motorcycle
riders"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-12-09
DELIVER YOUR OWN BACON,
SAY WOMEN CAR OWNERS
One Thing War is Doing Il to Bring
Back More Democratic IdcnS
to HoiuefoIka.

False pride ideas which existed n
rev months ago about carrying home
your own bacon, beans and coffee Is
now fad among the women motor car
enthusiasts. which carries out ono
Hoover idea" said John Talnsh. general
aalesma1agcr OF the Mitchell Motors
Company. Inc. of Racine Wis.
One thing this war is doing Is tc
make. or rather bring back. more
democratic ideas to the homefolks
can remember few years ago wher
everybody went down town and carried
home their own groceries. Local mcr'
chants declare they are getting excel
lent cooperation in carrying out the
idea OF self delivery from women who
drive their own motor cars.
THE privacy OF the closed car. per.
haps. has a greater appeal to womer
than any other type OF body that ha:
ever been put on the market. This 1:
notic~ably so Of the Mitchell club Sc.
dan. one Of the most clover convertible
ears shown this season.
Women engaged In Red Cross wor,
in downtown Offices and outlying dis.
tricts find the sedan the logical ca,
for their work. The ease of handing
this particular model. the shortage OF
chauffeurs. and for sake OF economy The
demand for Mitchell sedans the past
few weeks has increased great,
among those who wish to drive thei,
own cars. Fer the business or profes
sioual man or a small family thi.
closed car Is finding many new homes
as II may be adapted for any season OF
the year
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-12-09

tier a a'ty hrvs r run asrn four ssts
brsts have tes,sa /, eE ant 4, % %Srks ali
am have hf il SrSes'e toT s -s
mature n ,beGauSe you can smell IT,. and st,il
Es s cold ed, 'hoS asss
!, er.n alIe ,!, !, gets hot and # open the
t@-o.}'' m @%'sk'y 1t stops while hot. y " y
A. The regulator OF this car. which is In
By shor, Circuit, as its purpose pos u Is only 10
rreEula,e The rate OF charge OF the battery.
weak .ss shea.
srfps s ss.1 Pr94by MOI sMss, shis; sna
slarSe the ba;,sry Quite likely your gen:
NOT charge the battery. iii. brushes nsny
not be ,na; milling There may also
take your ear TO Deco service station it
proper ins,rumsn, FOR 30 ,es,in aae W 1 TIN In
..dnss asSns or in
your carburetor trouble. 4 poorly seating
even With reh mls,S2e. iSossh hh shn o SpuiS
no, cause the engine 70 stop as you cay.
got my 1ase CAP. ss . II fs lie. and
ON them they break as they are, only cas-;
May soaa TA E
caps anywhere Without having them mad.
nc no, h.ip any used new Raskes but they did
Sn ss.fs a. paste Of MAKE sEsPhi. AND
CAPS will help much In making them tight
ne makers Oh Your car now furnish steel
valve Caps.
6 l';eass tell me II the aeropiane mote,
Is m. sam, as All automobile motor, and II
\. the s@ffop,ane motor is " tour.e "
motor. Just as the automobile motor. II Is.
however. very high-speed motor. must he
ger: light ard has 10 have a special car
bure,or u e far more carefully, built than
the auto iGotCr
O.. haze 1914 t--> car. Recently
my batter runs down quite quickly. What
cnY:i,e hy crank!ns by hand when the bat
t-ry Is only about threc-quarters discharged .
1t seems TO mo that this should give cur
rent enough FOR the ignition. +. K.
y. Many things might cause the battery
- become discharged quickly. You may bu
vs.1E The starter lot In comparison To tbs
amount YOU drive the In the daytime
The generator may not be working properly
the brufhes Of which may be worn. You
May have a short circuit, the batter,
may be out ~ order. II you disconnect the
WHO'S from the MutOE- generator when l.