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The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05
STEAMER SUNK BY GERMANS IN
 A BRUTAL WAY
British Admiralty Uses UnStinted Language Over the Loss of
 Westminster.

LONDON, Jan. 5.-The admiralty has given to the press the following statement concerning the sinking of the British steamer WcstminlsteT which was reported lost on Deeem- bcr IS: u~.
 The degree or sayGgcry the Ger mans have attaiaci in thc!r submar- inc policy appears to have reached a climax in tEC sinking Of the West. minister. which was proceeding from Tarrc AIinuxiata to Port Said in bal. Ias;. On December II, when lSo miles from the nearest land, the Westminster wag attacked by a Ger man submarine without warning and was struck by two torpedocs in quick succession which killed four men. The Westminster sank in four min utes.
 This ruthless disregard for the rules Of international lew was fol. lowed by a deliberate attempt to murder the survivors. The officers and crew while effcctiug their es. cape in boats were shelled by the submarine at 8. range of 5000 yards. The master and chief engineer were killed outright Their beat was sunk. The second and third engineers were not picked up; it is presumed they were drowned.
 "The captain of the submarine must have satisfied himself on the effectiveness of his two torpcdOcs;
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05
nLEs IM sNOM BANK

CLEVELAND, O., Jan. D. Fred Prangc. 49 years old, was found dead in a snow drift, in his yard early today. Police believe he became i'll last night, and that he went out. doors for fresh air, and toppled over in the snow, dying from exposure.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05
TACOMA TO LET HER FIRE HORSES GO FOR
 THE GASOLINE CARS

TACOMA, Jan. 5.--At conference of the Commercial Club fire proven ton committee Commissioner of Pub lie Safety Petit, Fire Chief Carlson and Fire Marshal Chantler announce ment was made of plans for the complatc motorization of the fire department at a cost of over $59,OOO extending over three years. It "2S said it costs the city $225 year to keep each horse, while gasoline costs but m average Of $5 month for each piece of apparatus.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05
JUNEAU WOmAN'S CLUS
 PREPARE GOOD PROGRAM

The regular meeting of the Ju- neau Woman's Club will be held at the City Hall tomorrow afternoon at 2:3O o'clock. The following pro- gram has been prepared and will be given.
 Current Events, Mrs. G. K. Gilbert.
 MexicO's Fetc Days, Mrs. B. A. ROssclle.
 Historic Mexico, aIrs. G. G. Black mCr.
 Aft For Art0 Sake, Mrs. E. J. Thornton.
 Mrs. Waustedt at the piano.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05

yet he proceeded to carry out in cold blood an act of murder which could not possibly be justified by the urgency of war and can only be regarded in the eyes Of the world as a further proof Of the degradation of German honor and morale"
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05

TWO IN ONE-Thc EMPIRES way for everybody. The EMPIRES lads" keeps the housewife informed of all sales and the news columns are right up to the minute or the days news. -3
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05
SesS a>a@eS~~e>@"

tees of Hampton and ChairmRp of the Ogden Memorial Committee. The new building with its equipment will cost $2OOOOO.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05
"AlI the News All the Time"

WHEY use mrC. sauu ana gravel
 when you can get good clean sand and gravel at the Juneau Sand and Gravel bunkers? Gravel and bar sand S1.75 per yard. At Tread well. S1.50.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05

FOR FIRST CLASS rooms and board by day. week or month, see Mrs. lille, cor. D. and 3rd streets, Douglas. Phone Douglas 36... dl-1m
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05

The EMPIRE-all the news all the lime. when ]. Is Gews.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05

LOST--A square charm between cemetery and Treadwell. Initial J.. L.. oa one side. Finder please leave lt Guys Drug Store. d3OI
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05
DOUGLAS EAGLES ATTENTION

DOUGLAS EAGLES ATTENTION
 Douglas Aerie IF F. O. E. will in. stall officers for 1917 on Friday, Jan vary 5th. 1917, followed by 8 social session. All members are requested .o be present. Visiting and sojourn- ing brothers cordially invited.
 J5 C. II. ERICSON, W. P.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05
DOUGLAS CLASSIFIED

HOUSE FOR RENT-Four rooms with bath. near St. Aun'5 Hospital Apply s. Stone, TrCadwcll. jG.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05

FOR SALE-Two furnished houses and vacant lot, 1Ol St. Ann Avenue. md small house in rear. Terms if desired. Apply Ray W. Smith, Doug las. Jl@.
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05

DUTCHESS TROUSERS 1Oc a Button = $1,O0 a Rip
The Alaska daily empire., 1917-01-05

STYLEPLUS $l7.OO READY.MADE CLOTHING
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
WOULD SIMPLIFY PROBLEMS !
OF MOTOR TRUCKS IN WAR
Detroit Consulting Engineer Points to
! Advantage Of Limiting Neces-
aary Tools.

w. owen Thomas. OF Thomas &
Thomas. consulting automotive engi-
,neers. OF Detroit. In advocating meth
DDS OF simplifying the problems that
gives a number of valuable sugges-
lions. Says Mr.. Thomas:
In any truck II Ia an advantage to
limit tho number of tools necessary for
ordinary operation. This il especial
~ true of a truck for war service.
Tools should be nonadjystable as far
as possible.
tied to the use Of four sizes of bolts
and nuts. and one gets along with
three. To handle four sizes needs but
two double ended wrenches. The
wrenches have an end socket and two
side sockets set fifteen degrees apart
Only socket wrenches should be al
lowed.
"only the best hand tools should be
supplied. The ordinary SO set of tools
In canvas case Is useless and never
gets replaced. Tools should be stand
ard for the whole service and should
be bought in quantity from the tool
makers. not with the vehicles.
The same is true OF jacks. The
average jack is useless: in the mud 1,
Is hard to maintain the best ratchet
type Of jack. Stout bottle screw Jacks
IN two lengths are the most practical
Each truck must carry a sledge ham.
mer. an Ak, crowbar and shovel
When truck is mired, 1t is i'm
possible to use the jack except under
the frame. To do this 1t is necessary
70 carry short lengths of plank anc
chains with strong cleviscs TO chain
the rear axles to the frame
a hrst-aid truck and relief trucks
accompany all truck conveys. TIL,
workshop trucks are fitted with ma.
cninrry Tor small emergency repairs
with trucks OF European manufact
ure. this machine shop feature is more
necessary than with INTERCHANGEABLE,
parts Of American manufacture Tn,
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
LARGE ATTENDANCE
AT BAPTIST MEETING

Especial to The Times-Dispatchl
DANVILLE. VA. August 1.-THE
annual meeting Of the Roanoke Bap-
list Association. held at Chatham this
week, was largely attended by the
delegates of the various churches rep
resented In the association.
p. II. Terry. OF Danville. moderator.
presided at the sessions. Rev. K. l..
Cauley preached the opening sermon
and the report on education was read
by Rev. c. j. d. Parker. OF this city.
One OF the features Of the association
was lecture by Rev. e. a. Jackson
a missionary recently returned from
Brazil. A doctrinal sermon by Rev.
r. w. Grant and an address by Pro-
lessor c. l.. Grassland the new princi-
pal Of Averett College. Danvi,le,
brought the sessions to a close
Among those who attended from
Richmond was Rev. R. D. Garland
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12

fnanence.'' said Mr.. Parker. Design
and materials always must be com
parative in their quality. but per-
manence is always pre-omincnt. a car
may run well: In fact. practically all
cars run we'll Tho difference which
causes buyers to choose between the
various cars IL the length of time
these cars will give this service.
You hear that certain car Is bet.
ter Nine times out Of ten, the rea-.
son for the superiority IS because that
car ran so many thousands of miles
1t stood up"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12

machinery Is mostly electrically driven.
and tho current derived from the small
direct driven sets. is also available for
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
COMMISSION MERCHANTS.

BARNEY BOWMAN, produce cnmrnislion-
merchant Esta bllshed 1884, Conslssl.s
ments solicited. Write foe quotations. 80 n
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
PAINTING AND PApERING

OUR interior and superior painting OF every
at lowest prices and easy terms, contract
or day work: Country work preferred. An..
swer this aa. until October. Decorator 40
West Clay Street. -. -.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
PROSPECTS ARE BRIGHT
FOR SUCCESSFUL SEASON

DANyILLE, VA, August 1.-THE
Danviile tobacco market will open for
the season on Monday with prospects
brighter for successful year than
for many years past Encouraged by
the high prices prevailing on the South
Carolina market. the local dealers be.
ltcve that new record will be set
here, especially as the crop is healthier
and finer than that grown during the
last few years.
The farmers. instead of allowing bot
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12

torn leaves to become useless. are saw
ing every leaf. and there will be good
loads OF primings for tho first week
OF tho season. n few waEonloads wero
In Danville tonight already.
There VIII be eight warehouses in
operation here this season. The num-
Der or volunteers and the uncertainty
OF the draft has caused something OF
dcnrth OF labor and clerks, but ware
housemen say they arc well prepared
for the season and are looking for
banner year.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
Norfolk 4 Western Raiiwa ,

ONLY AtL ~. Linz. 10 Nukr'oLk'
'sj ESk f. i y; t1i4s 2 A.: t%:sS ?. Il. a. A..
.s:aS a. a.. $50 A. M asp M, ,sh WEST:
p IL Loes! 20 Srsws: .s:ss p. ~ y I"
A. Aex H. 1925 r. Al: 800 P; n From ~ y:
tl:so r. n. 's:17 p. AZ. $500 Nv +. NJ.
,Da'.s. IDsiI. sAceYi sunauy 1su,d
v. q. sEvILL. W. G. s.r,,
E. 4 k rs ik taY %s q. F. A.. Resnot.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
QUALITY NOW Is CHIEF
CONCERN OF BUILDERS
Longer Life for Products Now Hold,
Attention of Industrial Lenders
In Thin COuntry.

That the attention Of manufacturers
has been turned from perfectine per-
formance to the lettering Of the quail
tty of products. is the opinion OF Clark
W. Parker. president of the Park err
Rust-Proof Company of America.
Mr.. Parker says that the great Amer
lean products. such as automobiles and
all other machinery have been very
nearly perfected in design and work
manship. Now. the producers are striv-
in6 10 give the user longer life OF
service: In other words. to add quality.
And the greatest quality is per
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
Chn.r FACTORY AdJed to plunt.

LENOIR. y. c.. August 1.-THE Bern
hadt Manufacturing Company are add
ing chair factory TO their large wood
working plant here. The machinery
is now being installed and will be in
operation in n short while.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
CHESAPEAKE&OH10 RAILWAY

Iin., Lou We " est. .Iso r.. .n A, .
hAin Line Local. ss:au a. ttt.Se a..
.JaiiiSs River Line, Slp :UD a tS.ts y
y. News. Nix, Ola Pr sy:Uu sS. No
Newport News, Local, ..:tU ..So
Irains arrive from Nix sIiesH ~ p
y. News .9:S5 - - :OS .. From ply p
io ass X Evs s:ti is el Locals :s6 1859 p
:Dsiiy. tExcep. SUNDAY.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1917-08-12
SCHOOLS
Mount De Sales Academy
Of the Visitation
Established 1852

by tHe Sfstcrs Dr TIC NISItutIon.
Regular and elective courses In Music
in healthful and homcIike environment
beautiful. extensive grounds Outdoor
For catalogue, address TIE DIREC
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22

cooperation of the navy, by means of which these expeditionary forces have been safely transported and have been enabled to traverse without loss the so-called danger zone infested by the stealthy and destructive submarine navy of the enemy
 It became necessary, MT Baker says, to build up an elaborate trans port system for the expeditionary force with great terminal facilities both in this country and in France and to gather large surplus of SUD- plies on the other side as a safeguard
 "This placed an added burden upon the supply divisions of the depart ment," he says, and explains in part some of the shortages, notably those of clothing. which have temporarily embarrassed mobilization of troops at home, endorsements now happily passed"
 The arrangements made have re- suited. MT. Baker continues. fin the transporting of an army to France fully equipped. with adequate reserves of equipment and subsistence. and with these large quantities of trans portation appliances, motor vehicles. railroad construction supplies and ami mals, all of which are necessary for the maintenance of effective opera. tions of the force"
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
WHO WON H0NORS IN ANE ERICAN z :.
 LEAGUE.

CHICAGO, Dec. 22.-The Chicago Americans, the team which won the worlds championship, was second in club fielding in the American league. Boston with total of .972, being five points to the good in this department of the game. This was shown in the official fielding averages announced by B. B. Johnson, president of the league today.
 Among the regulars" Chick GandiI Chicago, lead the initial basemen. with Stuffy McInnis. Philadelphia, sec ond. Jack Barry, manager of Boston, topped his rivals at the Keystone sack with an average of .973. Eddie Collins, his former teammate and now captain of the Chicago White Sox was four points lower
 The fourth member of Connie Macks old $100,000 infield, Baker now playing with New York was tied with Weaver of Chicago among the third basemen. Each fielding for 8 mark of .949. Scott of Boston was first among the shortstops. John Henry of Washington, topped the catchers.
 Four pitchers went through the sea son without a fielding error. These performers were Walter Johnson, Washington, Earl Hamilton. St. Louis. A. J. Schauer Philadelphia and George Mogride, New York.
 John Collins. Chicago, lead the out fielders. He took part in 73 games and was four points in front of Jack son. St. Louis. who went through I4I contests with five black marks against him.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
ALIENS . RESIDENT J. ]. N0T MOLESTED

A. Mitchell Palmer, alien property custodian. issues the following state-i ment
 Declaration of war with Austria Hungary will not change the status of citizens or subjects of Austria Hungary resident in this country. Such persons are not included within the term enemy" as employed in the trading with the enemy act, and their property in this country will not be molested or interfered with in any way.
 Deposits in the postal savings bank of the United States, and deposits in other banks and banking institutions belonging to citizens or subjects of the Austro-Hungarian empire resi-, dent in this country are not liable to seizure by the government and will not be taken into possession by the alien property custodian There is no reason whatever why such persons should be concerned about their prop erty, real or personal. or their funds in bank, or securities, or other in- vestments.
 Under the trading with the enemy act the test of enemy character is one of residence and not nationality The alien property custodian will take into his possession only the property in this country held for, or an ac- count of, or for the benefit of persons who are actually resident within the enemy territory.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
EXPOSE OF NAVY DEPARTMENT
 METHODS

WASHINGTON, Dec. 22.-E. E. Borie, head of the Savage Arms company, American mak- CTS of the Lewis machine gun, testified before the senate in- vestigation as to the shortage of army supplies. He told of the governments reluctance to adopt the Lewis machine gun; that last April the war depart ment ordered thirteen hundred Lewis. guns and in August or dered the company to stop pro duction and proceed with the manufacture of the Browning gun. Later the department changed it's mind and ordered aircraft guns of the Lewis type.
 Col. Isaac Lewis, inventor of the Lewis gun, is to testify later.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT

"A fountain pen" answered an en- thusiastic young philosopher to the question, "What was your best Christ mas gift?'
 II had hundred dollar watch given 10 me once" he added, but even that isn't as necessary as a fountain pen. If you get the right kind you simply wouldn't be caught dead without it. It never leaks. It never clogs. It'll write clear. steady line on any old paper. It'd be cheap at S10, and t only cost $o.5
 What ale you doing nowT' l asSed.
 "Sc,l,nE fountain pens." he said. New York World
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
BAKER OPPOSES UNIVERSAL
 TRAINING


 WASHINGTON, Dec, 22-Secretary Bakers annual report for the war de partment recently made public consti- tutes only brief historical review of the year, and so that it may be de- void of information for the enemy shows no recommendations no de- tailed information of the transporta- tion of the army to France or any army plans for the future.
 Secretary Baker does say. however, that he does not favor universal mili- -fary tr#iniag as a regulaf national policy.
 'The department has not sought and does not now seek legislation on the subject" he says, chiefly for the reason that the formation of perm anent military policy will inevitably be affected by the arrangement con- sequent upon the termination of the present war Civilized men must hope that the future has in store a relief from the burden of armament and the destruction and waste of war.
 However vain hope may appear in the midst of the most devastating and destructive war in the history of the race, it persists-perhaps because we are encouraged by the analogous substitution of courts for force in the settlement of private controversies :; perhaps because all the perfections of nature teach us that they are the product of processes which have elim- mated waste and substituted construc- tive for destructive principles.
 When permanent military policy, therefore, comes to be adopted, it will doubtless be conceived in spirit which will be adequate to preserve against any possible attack those wit al principles Of liberty upon which democratic institutions are based, and yet be so restrained as in no event to foster the growth of mere militarist ambitions or to excite the apprehen- sion of nations with whom it is our first desire to live in harmonious and just accord.'
 AS. to the Expeditionary Force in France, Secretary Baker says it would be unwise to disclose details and therefore contents himself with tell ing of the sending of General Persh- ing. followed by full division of regular troops and a contingent of marines as the first units. He des- cribes also the organization of the Rainbow National Guard division, (The Forty-second). adding:
 "The purpose of this organization was to distribute the honor of early participation in the war over wide area and thus to satisfy in some part l the eagerness of these State forces to be permitted to serve in Europe, {"
 High tribute Is paid to the splendid
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
ARE YOU PREPARED, IF NOT?

The progressive firm of Finkelstein & Sapiro with the view of helping to make the FIREMAN'S MASK BALL a success have had shipped up from Seattle about thirty-five suits 0adies and gent's) for rental and the same will be on display Monday, Decem- Der 24th. You had better hurry for there is every indication that they win go fast
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
A CHRISTMAS LULLABY

Half an hour before midnight on Christmas eve In Mexico the "Litany of the God Child is sung IL is after this that the world famous lullaby song of all Mexico. the "Roro." is heard Every Mexican mother knows this Rock a bye" song. which is sGp- posedly for the soothing of the infant Jesus. In time and tune 1t is not un- like the American song. "Old Gray Goose"
 Many other nations besides the Mex jeans have their Christmas songs. brt not many have distinctive Yuletide lul- labies.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
MASONIC LODGE ELECTS
 OFFICERS FOR NEW YEAR

Mt. Mckinley lodge, No. 183, F. e A M., elected the following officers for the ensuing year: Worshipful Master Oscar c Meyers; Senior Warden, Ed ward F. Medley; Junior Warden, John H. Sellen; Treasurer, Henry A. Slater Secretary, David T. Phillips. The in stallation will take place next Wed nesday evening.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
GERMAN RAIDER SEIZED FRENCH
 SCHOONER
(By Associated Press)

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 22.- Passengers from the trpics re- port seeing the French schoon- CT Lutece prowling off Chile in October. The Lutece left the island under mysterious circum- stances in August, leaving ma rooned forty American members CT of Lutece believes the mem- bers of the crew of the German of her original crew. The own raider Seeadler are manning the Lutece.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
HUNT |S SEATED AS GOVERNOR
 OF ARIZONA
(By Associated Press)

PHOENIX, Dec. 22.-The supreme governor of Arizona Hunt contested the election of Governor Campbell, who now holds office. The decision of the court was unanimous. Camp bell has been given fifteen days in which to file an appeal
 Campbell announced this afternoon that he would take no further action to hold office. His next step will be an appeal to the people, he said.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
KRUPP PLANT |S BELIEVED TO
 BE BURNING
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. QUESTRICT, Holland, Dec. 22. ' ' -Workmen from Essen say the . ' Krupp plant, the great German . . munitions establishment, has ' . been ablaze the last twenty-four . ' hours. The plant is now being . . closely guarded. Allied airmen : . bombarded it several times and . . it is believed the fire is the result .
 % of one of these attacks. It is ' . reported that 90,000 men were . . employed at Krupps. ' . H~>> . . . . ( > ( . .
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
FISH INDUSTRIES ALASKA TO bE
 REGULATED
(By Associated Press)

WASHINGTON, Dee. 22-The house merchant marine committee is to con- slider bills to regulate the Alaska fisheries after Christmas. The legis- lation is designed to stimulate fish. the catch.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
FOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS.

Hegg's store has just received a shipment of carnations, violets and chrysantheums from the States. which would make most acceptable Christ mas presents. -,,
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
GERMAN MASSES ARE EL|TERALLY
 STRIVING
(By Associated Press)

LONDON, Dec. 22.-It is reported the Vorwaerts, a Berlin newspaper declares the masses of Germans are literally starving, while the farmers and rich people live amid plenty.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
ITALIANS MAKE GAINS AF TER
 HARD FIGHT

DATELESS The Italian troops in continuing their countering yes terday in the Monte Asolone region proressed after lively fighting, des- pite adverse atmospheric conditions. There is a lull on the western front.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
FARMER BOY SOLDIERS
 WILL HELP HARVEST CROPS

WASHINGTON, Dec, 22.-Sesre- tary of War Baker will permit the farmer boys in the army to return home at periodical intervals in assist ing the crop production.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
NJ MORE BOOZE SHIPPED MTO
 CANADA
(By Associated Press)

OTTAWA, Dec. 22.-Premier Bor- den has announced that the impor- tatiOn of intoXicants will be prohibit ed after Monday. When the manu- facture is to be prohibited will be de- termined at later date.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-22
FOOD BEING SENT GERMANY VA
 SWEDEN
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tBy Associated Press)


 . NEW YORK, Dec. 22.-Federal > ' agents raided the apartments of . . Gustav Meyer, in Brooklyn last . . night Meyer was arrested and . . they seized papers revealing an ' . extensive food traffic between . ' America and Germany through 4 . Sweden. Meyer was purchasing . . agent for German firms and ship . . ped food valued at hundreds of . . thousands of dollars to Germany < . It had been communicated to > ' Germany up to a week ago. =