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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

The Commencement exercises Of the
Hallowell High school, Glass of 1917.
were held on Thursday afternoon at
City hall. A large number of the par
ents and friends of the school attend
ed The hall was very prettily decor
ated with streamers of blue and gold,
the colors of the class. At the rear of
the platform a beautiful bank of ferns
and flowers made a charming effect in
decoration. The graduating class this
year numbers IL members as follows;
Miss Maud a. Forester, Leland c.
Grimes, Miss Mildred l.. Head, Her
bert F. Johnson, Miss Gladys E.
Marshall. Miss Pearl II. Spear, Roger
7. Hall, Michele II. Falconi, Jesse II.
Fish, Edna E Rea and Harry w. VAR
ney. The exercises were particularly
fine, each participant most acceptably
fulfilling his or her part in the pro-
gram and being accorded generous APP
plause at the close of each number.
Following is the program: music. by
Dennis orchestra; prayer, Rev. Elfred
Leech; music, orchestra; Salutatory,
james Whitcomb Riley" Edna Bar
ton Rca; class hictory. Maud Amy
Forester; music, orchestra; presen-
tation Of gifts, Herbert +. Johnson;
prophecy, Mildred Louise Heald mu-
sic orchestra: address to undergradu-
ates. Roger T. Hall; Valedictory, "Our
Flag Pearl Helena Spear; music, or
chestra; presentation of diplomas, by
Principal w. S. Beal, benediction, by
Rev. Elfred Leech. The class officers
are president. Herbert johnson: secre-
tary. Leland Grimes; treasurer, Gladys
Marshall. The class ode was written
by Miss Marshall.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

The Hallowell High school reception
held at City hall on Thursday evening
was largely attended In the receiving
line We're Supt and Mrs. c. II. Abbott,
Principal and Mrs. w. S. Beal, George
\. Talbot. Miss Laura p. Hodgkins,
Miss Jessica Haskell and the members
of the Senior class. Following the re-
ception a dance was held in which a
large number participated. A fine
dancing program was carried out I'M
der the direction of Floor Manager Ed
ward Runnells. Music was furnished
by Dennis orchestra.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

urer, H. Norton: I. G.. w. Holbrook:
o. s.. C.. c. Clark; LIST. End. srd and
4th watches. H. F. Danforth, w. j.
Eaton, j. Norton, J. w. Durgin: LIST
guard of tent. w. Joselyn: second
guard of tent. C. Il. Hoyt. Among the
grand officers present were II. B. Pea
body of Richmond: Grand High Priest
W. G. Hicks of Rumford. Grand Senior
Warden J. w. German of Portland:
Grand Scribe William f. Plummer Of
Portland. Grand Junior Warden II. II.
Patten of Bar Harbor: Past Grand Pa
triarch s l.. Berry OF Waterville;
Grand Marshall G. w. Thompson of
Richmond and l.. f. Jacobs. past
grand marshal of the subordinate
lodge Of Skowhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Many in this city remember Bernard F.
Monaghan. eldest son of T. f. Monaghan
of this city, who has been in the regular
army for a period of is years. The fol-
lowing is clipped from the Army and
Navy Journal and tells of his where
abouts: "Comrade Bernard F. Monaghan
Quartermasters Corps, Empire. Panama
Canal Zone, would like to hear from COM
rades who served with him in Company
NJ 9th L. s. Infantry. from Feb T. 1899,
to Feb. 4. 1902. in the Philippines and the
Boxer uprising"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
w. C: T. u. MEETS
AT CITY MISSION

This weeks meeting of the Gardiner
w C. L. L. was held at the City Mis-
sion rooms and after the routine bus
mess the meeting was addressed by
three ladies of the Equal Suffrage
League, who proposed that the w. c
T. L. assume a portion Of the city fol
the house to house canvass for signers
for a petition which is to be circulat-
ed. To this the union agreed and steps
in the matter are to be taken at once
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
The shooting season of the Caroline

The shooting season of the Gardiner
Gun Club is to open Thursday, June u,
at the clubhouse in West Gardiner. On
this day will begin the shoot for the sill
YER cup offered by the National Lead Co.
for the best score of member during the
next four weeks. the shoots to take place
every Thursday afternoon. beginning on
the above date. The cup is about eight
/ inches high and is on exhibition at the
store of the Vannah Co. 1t is engraved
as follows: Presented by the National
Lead Co. to the Gardiner Gun Club.
Black She'll Trophy. Won by +-**~t***'** -
Much pleasure is anticipated by the
members in the coming shoots and good
scores are sure to result.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
A Case Of observation-disclosures

Where are you going to, my pretty
maid?" hummed one of the citys fair
residents as she daintily trpped down the
avenue, carrying basket of three dozen
eggs. fresh from the hennery of a cross
the river farmer. Suddenly she stopped,
SO suddenly in fact that the basket
swung forward with the momentum OBJ
tanned and the eggs clicked together Just
as if they had not cost real money. The
cause of the stop was the remembrance
that she had moved several days ago to a
different part of the city and had almost
reached her former domicile before the
fact that she was on the wrong road
flashed upon her. OF course she is not
telling the story to her friends. we are
doing that for her.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

At recent meeting of the First
Baptist parish it was voted that the
pastor. Rev. r. S. Pinkham. be grant
ed leave of absence to enable him to
accept the position as one Of the lead
ers in the Junior Volunteer movement
for the season. The prudential com
mittee was authorized to provide for
carrying on the work during the alb
sence Of the pastor
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mrs. F. Gardner Hall of Boston
chairman of the Women's Auxiliary
Massachusetts branch of the Navy
League. will speak at an informal
meeting to be held at the residence OF
Mrs. George A. Stafford, Chestnu,
street. at p. M. today, in regard tc
Red Cross Relief work. All interested
in the noble work of this organization
are cordially invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

The schooner Willis & Guy with 9
cargo Of curb stones from Hallowel
for New York was rescued from a
dangerous position off Pond Island
Wednesday morning by the Pophan
Coast Guard crew. The schooner was
lowed down river and when off the
mouth of the river the wind died out
and she drifted. Capt. Berry and crew
were engaged about three hours in as
sisting the craft.-Bath Times.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
johnson Opera House a Thriller Today
10 Reels

THE Seventh Deadly Sin" in six
parts, Blanche Sweet and Thomas
Meighan, in The Silent Partner" IN
five parts. Burton Holmes views and a
comedy, is the big thirteen-reel bill al
the johnson Opera House today. All
for one dime-can you beat ito The
Coliseum show is Annette Kellerman
il "A Daughter of the Gods It's the
greatest finn of the year. with prices to
fit the times. Best seat in the theatre
fifty cents. Phone nOw-112-M. Don't
delay.
The Silent Partner" which, al
though il is purely a drama. teaches a
lesson of loyalty in business that might
well be learned by every human being.
In this day of world war we hear a
great deal concerning loyalty, especi
ally loyalty to ones country. This
photoplav deals with another form of
loyalty nearly as important as patriot
ism.
Alice Brady in Bought and Paid
For will be one of the many features
for Monday next. Joseph Monahan as
the Juvenile Chaplin next weekday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Friends Of Mrs. d. c. Jewell. who
had been at the Augusta General hos
pital for treatment, will be pleased to
learn the favorable reports of her con-
dition have been received and that it
is expected that she will be able to
come home the first Of next week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
LOSS OF TIME,
PRINCIPLE POINT

The Industrial Accident Commission
held a hearing Thursday afternoon at
l o'clock at the municipal court room
before Commissioner Littlefield. The
hearing was on the case of f. \. Saw
yer who received injuries while at his
work at the r. P. Hazard factory.
Several witnesses We're examined and
the principal question appeared to be
the amount Of time lost as a result of
the accident.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

A very pleasant surprise was given
Miss jeanette Nutzhorn by her friends
Wednesday evening in honor of her APP
preaching marriage to Harold Hayes
Miss Nutzhorn was we'll remembered with
many beautiful and useful presents. The
evening was enjoyed by those present
with music and refreshments. Although
greatly surprised, Miss Eutzhorn proved
equal to the occasion and her friends wish
her many years Of happiness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Miss Helen E. McBrady and James
r. Gilchrist were married in the
church of the Sacred Heart at Port
land Saturday morning by Rev. John
O'Dowd. Thomas Brennan Of Wash
ington and Miss Leah, McBrady,of this
city. sister Of tho bride, were attend
ants. The bride has appeared'in stock
comDaniex
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
ADJUSTMENTS
"kick In" at the Strand Today and
Saturday, Also Reel Comedy, THE

Social Pirates.
kick In a Pathe Gold Rooster Play.
IS sure to satisfy the most hardened thrill
seeker. The treatment of the theme is
original and there are thrills enough to
satisfy any ones taste for melodrama.
It's full of human interest too. There is
Joke or a SILVER or thrill in almost
every line and suspense and surprises
abound. 1t will give offense to none fo1
in it's entirety it is clean. Don't miss
this great human interest story about a
crook who isn't criminal.
The Fox two-reel comedy. THE Social
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
REV. AND MRS. DOW
INVITE FRIENDS

Rev. and Mrs. Herbert =. Dow are
TO observe their silver wedding ami
Nersary this evening at the Methodist
parsonage on Highland avenue. There
are TO be no formal invitations hut
friends who desire are invited to call
from to 10 F. NJ.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mrs. Buel Merrill, Mr.. and Mrs. ].
NJ. Gilman. DR.. and Mrs. w. 0. Cobb
and l.. Clark returned Thursday eve
ming from Rockland. where they have
been in attendance at the Division En-
campment of the Sons of Veterans and
Auxiliary
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

There will be a meeting of the New
England Milk Producers Association
at the City building Saturday evening
June 9. at $50 P. M. All interested
in dairy productions are cordially in
vited to be present. State Master
Thompson of the State Grange will ad-
dress the meeting.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
SMITHFIELD

A little son arrived at the home or
Mr.. and Mrs Pearl Clark May 8. who
weighed 10 IL pounds.
The three children Of Mr.. and Mrs,
Pearl Clark are ill with measles They
are reorted as doing we'll.
Mrs Alderman Ladd is at the
home Of her parents Mr. and Mrs.
Fred Clark for d few days.
Mrs. Harlow and Mrs. Hughes made
a business trip to Mercer Wednesday.
Mrs. Hadley Richardson and mother
Mrs. Whitley went to Belgrade We'd
nesday.
Frank Bickford left for Portland on
Thursday for a ANAL examination for
the regular army instead Of the am
bulance corps as was reported
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
LOCAL NOTICE

have decided TO close my Water
street restaurant on Saturday night. June
ON but shall continue to conduct my
o,her place In Depot square. where l shall
10 pleased 10 greet my old patrons. The
water street store is for rental and I
sfall he glad to show IL to any interested
rsrtieg az any time
Thanking all for past patronage. am
r,spe .tfully yours. CHARLES f. HALE
juneSdet
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Miss Mildred Little. second trick opera
tor at the Maine Central passenger sta
ton. is to leave Friday for Hibben. Mimi.
where she is to pass her vacation. Her
work at the station will be assumed by
Miss Helen Shepard Of Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

The following have been added to
Gardeners Roll of Honor as volunteers
in the Second Maine Regiment: Will
liam j. West of Litchfield; Clifford E.
Bates of South Gardiner; John w.
Farley of Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
Mrs. Melissa Foster

Mrs. Melissa r. Foster died Wednes-
day evening ct her late residence. %
Water street, aged 50 years. A husband,
Frank Foster, and two children sur
vive. Funeral services will be held
from the home at 2.30 o'clock this af-
ternoon. Rev. w. F. Livingston Off
ciating
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mrs. Mona Harvey is planning to
give a recital Of her pupils for the ben
etit Of the local Red Cross. The exact
date will be announced later. 1t is
hoped that the citizens will take an
interest in the recital and assist in
this worthy cause and they may be as
sured that an evening Of enjoyment
will be provided.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

The high school paper The Venture
viii De placed on sale at the usual
stores at o'clock this afternoon. 1t is
stated on good authority that this edi-
ton of the high school paper is an ex-
ceptionally interesting one.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

All bills due the old firm of Buchanan
g. Stickney not settled within 30 DAYS
will be left with lawyer for collection.
Mabel Stickney Bennett, Administra
tr1x or the estate of the late r. G.
Stickney. iune5ds+
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Canabas Council, knights of Column
bus are to hold a Smoke Talk next
Wednesday evening at their hall. The
ladies of the auxiliary will also par
ticipate
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

At the business meeting of Mary
kelton Drummer Chapter. D. A. R.. held
Thursday afternoon it was voted to
POSTPONE the picnic which was to be
held next Saturday until later in the
season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mrs. Alice Russell. who has been
visiting her daughter, Mrs. George
Blake, for the past three weeks, re-
turned Wednesday to her home al
Rockland
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
LOCAL NOTICE

Special at the Acme theatre Friday ana
Saturday. June SO. Selig Polyscope Co
presents Beware of Strangers in eight
parts with an all-star cast. Prices: Mat
mess 1O-15c.; evenings 15-2oc. june5-6-7-s-9
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mr.. and Mrs. Charles c. Snow of
Washington, D. c., have arrived in
Gardiner for the summer and are To-
Gated at the Stackpole house, Main
avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

The work of discharging cargo Of
s92 tons Of soft coal from the barge
Plymouth for the L., A. & W. Street
Railway Co, was completed Thursday
afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

The pupils Of Grade 1 of the primary
school not having been absent one
half day during the spring term, are
Shirley Crockett and Amy Vigue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Rev. P. H. Reardon passed Thurs
day at Lake CCbbossee as the guest of
Rev. FIR. Sullivan of Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Benjamin Wolman and Leon Dulac
students at the Harvard Dental
school are at home for the summer va
cation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Tulips for sale 2oc per dozen. Helen
Johnson IS Undertook street. RAN
tolph Telephone 23i-R. ju7d3t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mr.. and Mrs. S. S. Thompson OF
Portland were visitors in this city on
Thursday calling on friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Dancing nj the Nautical Garden
MONDAYS Thursdays and Saturdays
Nr puucettc. who is we'll known as a
pianist iu connection with the banjo
orchestra. june1d3t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

The many friends of Frank H. Marshall
of Farmingdale are pleased to see that he
is now able to be out again. after an III
ness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Tulips for sale in great variety. &c
per dozen Mrs w F. Snow. Middle
strect Randolph Telephone 59-J.
tune5d6t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

George w. Drawn Of Nassalboro was
calling on friends in this city Thurs
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

w. w. Brown of Richmond was
among the Gardiner visitors on Thurs
day
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Kenneth Turner has accepted a posi-
ton st Whites drug store taking up his
duties this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Hon John A. Spear of West Gardiner
uas a business visitor in Gardiner Thurs
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mrs. A. NJ. Hair arrived Thursday
from Bangor and went to her home in
Litchfield
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mrs Hannah Jones left Thursday
morning for Rye Beach. \. H., where
she will pass the summer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mr. and Mrs Charles T.. Clark of Wolf
soro. y n, were calling on Gardiner
trends Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Miss Louise l.. Allen returned
Thursday from East Mortified. Mass.
where she is employed as teacher.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Nathan II. Bridges has sold his fast
motor boat, The Whisper" to Charles
Rich of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mr.. and Mrs. William Nash of Pitts
ton are receiving congratulations on
the arrival of an infant son.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Hon. E. w. Ellis returned Thursday
from few days business visit in Bos-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mrs. \. Washburn is moving from
randolph to IS Fremont street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mr.. and Mrs. Ernest J. Kellar re-
turned Thursday afternoon from Bos-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

r. p. Barker of Troy, \. y, was a
business visitor in this city Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
GARDINER LOCAL ITEMS

The Walsh building at Il Depot
souare is being painted.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Services at the First Baptist church
will be conducted Sunday, June 10. by
Rev. Wylie Smith of Farmingdale.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Percy Fitzgerald of Boston was the
Guest Thursday of Elvin A. Leighton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Robert Taylor of East Pittston was
a visitor in Gardiner Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Max Hoffman of Boston was calling
op friends In this city Thursday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08
FROM HALLOWELL
TEL sPh ONE 24s.R

Meeting of Woans Foreign Missionary Society
Harvey Plans Recital for Benefit of Red Cross-Com
Exercises Of High Schoo-Mrs. F. Gardner Hall
of Boston Speak at Residence of Mrs. George Stafford
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Mrs. NJ. 0. Baker and Miss Ruth
Trafton have returned from Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Aus1ralia's sheep herd amounts TO
one-sixth Of the worlds total.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-06-08

Pirates as a mirth provoker lis unex-
celled. All for one dime at The Strand
today.-Adv.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-04
French Mission
Leaves Capital
On Long Tour

Washington. May 3.-The French
mission. headed by Rene Vivian
Marshal Joffrc and Admiral Choche-
prat. left here this afternoon for a
tour Of Middle Western and Eastern
states
The special train bearing the visitors
is due in Chicago about noon to-mor-
row, and officials in communities
through which 1t Will pass will be
notified in time so that people along
the route may greet the distinguished
Frenchmen
On leaving Chicago. the mission will
proceed TO St. Louis. Kansas City,
Springfield, ILL.,, Philadelphia, New
York and Boston. returning 10 Wash
ington probably in ten days. As
measure of safety, the State Depart
ment has withheld the routes TO be
travelled and times of arrival and de-
parture in the various cities.
Elaborate entertainments and recep-
tions have been planned for the mem
bers OF the mission, and hundreds or
thousands Of people are expected 20
greet them.
A great crowd gathered at Union
Station TO see the party of. As the
visitors walked TO the train entrance.
the crowd separated. leaving broad
path. and cheered aud applauded. ON
Gals representing the State. Navy and
War departments and Ambassador
Jusserand and other diplomats es-
corted the Frenchmen 10 their tram.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-05-04
Sak5&Gumpanu
Broadway at 34th Street

sion. who has been acting as an inter
prefer and who read TO newspaper men
a translation Of Marshal Jofre's state
ment last Sunday. This translation
contained the reference which was eX-
burgated from the official report when
il was issued later through the State
Department by the French mission.
In referring 10 the eXpurgation OF
the statement, Mr.. Hovelaque said:
I'VE discovered that it might be un-
pleasant to the War Department; that
il might react on public opinion. We
cxpurgated the formal statement. VI.
Viviani did not see it before 1t was
read to the newspaper men. Colonel
Cosby and translated it. We saw
that Marshal Joffre had spoken in too
definite terms, so a paragraph was
struck out"
Colonel Cosby, former military at
tache at the embassy in Paris. has beer
attached to the mission since its arrival,
and. of course. is familiar with the
views of The General Staff The French
mission. however, accepts full respon-
sibility for the expurgation and there
is not even an intimation that Colonel
Cosby suggested 1t.