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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1917-08-16
MAIL ABROAD IS DOMESTIC"
Postoffice Department Puts II in
This Classification.
French Front In ~ Good a. U. 8. Ter
ritory for Its Purposes-Regula-
lions in Full Issued BY Depart.
ment to PostofRices.

The little slice Of the French front where
the American expeditionary forces are
situated. and the bigger slice they will
occupy. are as good as United States
territory, so far as the transmission OF
mails Is concerned. The federal postoffice
department has ruled that domestic
classification, conditions and rates of
postage will apply to mail both to and
from Europe.
The rulings briefly are these: All mai
originating in the United States or its
possessions for soldiers and others, in.
Guiding civilians, connected with the ex.
peditionary forces in Europe, or vice
versa, all mail originating with the forces
and bound for the United States or its
territory. Is subject to the domestic
classification.
Fourth-class or domestic parcel post
matter must not weigh over 20 pounds.
The eighth zone rate Of IL cents for each
pound or fraction Of a pound applies to
parcels subject to pound rates. Parcels
may not be registered, insured or sent
c. o. D. The sender's name and address
must appear in the upper left hand corner
Only U. s. stamps are good for prepay.
ment except in the canal zone or Philip
pines, where the latter's stamps may be
used or mail originating in each.
John Smith. Jr.,
Co. X.-Infantry.
American Expeditionary Forces.
Is the form that the department wants
used. To avoid delays the postage should
be prepaid in every case fully. Senders are
asked not to leave postoffices until the
precise postage has been affixed on APP
prevail of an official. Letters of soldiers,
sailors and marines. however. which are
officially endorsed or bear the postmark of
the United States army postal service may
be dispatched without prepayment and
only the single rate of postage will be
collected on delivery.
Unwrapped and unaddressed copies OF
magazines intended for soldiers and sailors
of the forces when mailed by others than
the publishers are subject to the rate of 8
penny a copy. regardless Of weight.
Money orders may be issued on domesti,
forms and at domestic rates payable a
the mail agency in France. In drawing
orders the Office of payment should b.
designated as the ~. s. Army Posta
Service" The postmarking stamp will bea
the same designation.
Postmasters will refuse to accept fol
registration letters containing money o.
other valuables. Important papers which
can be duplicated will be accepted bu
indemnity will not be paid for loss O
registered mail. The public Is warned
| against putting currency In letters unde
any circumstances. Money orders are tn,
thing to use.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1917-08-16
THE LEADING AUTHORITY.

The Subj paid guinea to palmist
Yesterday, and she described you exactly
snd said we should be married within a
month.
The Girl-How extravagant you are-I
could have told you that for nothing!-
Loudon opinion
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1917-08-16
BIG U.BOAT RAMMED

London. Aug. ia German submarine
OF the largest and latest type has been
towed into Zeebrugge. Belgium, by two
torpedo boats. according to an Exchange
Telegraph despatch from Amsterdam The
submarine is reported to have been RAM
med IN the North sea and damaged Sc
vereiy' resulting In the loss OF three Of the
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1917-08-16
THE PERYnn

How patient is the Period.
And oh. how nicely bred.
Because 1t never interrupts
TIL everything 10 said.
Christian IntolligenceY,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1917-08-16

Miss Christine Summers Of this city and
Sergeant William Malone OF Springfield
Mass, now stationed at Fort Ethan Allen,
were married Tuesday morning at nine
o clock at the rectory Of st. Mary's
Cathedral by the Rev. Joseph F. Gillis
They we're attended by Miss Mabel
Thompson of Bristol and Sergeant Killey.
The bride wore blue taffeta gown with
large black hat, while the bridesmaid
wore a dress of blue taffeta with black
hat. The couple received many beauti-
full and useful presents from friends and
relatives. In the evening the boys of
Troop NJ, Second cavalry at Fort Ethan
Allen gave the bride and groom recep-
ton at the home of Mrs. II. NJ. Parker
on College street. Refreshments were
served.
Mrs. Gertrude @. Rice of 81 North
street and Ralph S. Pope of Dayton. o..
were married Saturday afternoon by
the Rev. Robert H. Washburne of WI
nooski. The double ring service was
used and Sergeant p. Clapp of Company
l, LIST Vermont regiment. gave the bride
away, while Mrs. Ray Chase, also OF
81 North street. stood up with her
Master Donald Donovan, son of the
bride, acted as ring bearer. The bride
wore a dress of old rose silk taffeta
with black picture hat and her corsage
bouquet was of white roses. Mrs
Chase was dressed in navy blue and
| wore carnations. After the wedding
ceremony the couple left for st. Adams
George NJ. Delaney. the well-known no.
tel man, celebrated the s5th anniversary of
his birthday at his rooms at the corner
| of Bank and Pine streets yesterday from
early morning until late in the evening
Tributes OF flowers came to the former
hotelkeeper from bonifaces throughout
the State. and 1t was estimated that near.
ly 200 called on him individually. Things
| happened so fast at his rooms that II was
necessary to call in help from the Var
Ness House. and the manager Of thai
hosiery kindly donated the services OF
one of the walters. Mr.. Delaney discusses
events of by-gone days with keer
mind and is as much interested to-day II
horse-racing as he was when he was the
leader Of the sport In this region.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10

visit with her daughter, Mrs. V. Merle
Jones.
Oakland baseball team has chosen a
hard propc sition in meeting the
Pilgrims of Lewiston at their athletic
field Saturday afternon but the team
is working hard to get into form for
the coming combat which promises to
be hot ore. For years the Lewiston
team has been considered one of the
greatest semi pro teams the State has
produced.
Miss Beulah Lufkin has entered the
employ Of the Kennebec Trust Co. OF
Waterville.
The Cedar Crest camp of Sidney Will
give a minstrel show and dance at
Messalonskee hall Saturday, Aug. lo'
for the benefit of the Red Cross.
Small & ingalls,. contractors nave
completed the State road between oak .
land and waterville as far as Freo
Gleason's.
Miss Alice Hunton has returned
from an extended visit with friends IN
Lynn, Mass.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. H. Lewis and dausn-
ter Gwendolynshave returned 70 the,.
home in Lewiston after passing "eeh
with Mr.. and Mrs. Louis CroweH.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
DOLLARS BIG DAYS

That the buying public Of Gardiner
and vicinity are not wanting in the
knowledge Of what good bargains con-
sist Of was fully proven on Thursday.
the first Of the three Dollar DAYS. Not
only did the residents of the CITY turn
out but the outlying districts were well
represented. In spite of this there is
hardly a hole made in the attractive
offerings Of the merchants and two
more full days Of unprecedented bar
gains may be had.
All lines Of merchandise are renr.-
sented. butchers, bakers and candle.
stick makers are all alive TO the sir.
uation and want their customers 70 be
setlshed. Do not forget that ~ vo,
get little weary or wish a COO, ana
cosy place to eat your, lunch. that .
nearly welcome awaits you at the Res,
Room. with no charge made. Ths
Rest Room was created for this snec,
nc purpose. Everyone shopning ~
day and tomorrow. Call and look ovor
the tempting array Of bargains .nd
you cannot help but purchase
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
BANGOR MAN ON
T0RPEDOED


Newport News, Va, Aug. 9-Destruc-
ton Of the British steamer Aragalia
with 40 American muleteers by Ger
man submarine was reported by cable
today to the ships agents here. Cap
tain Morris and 10 Of the crew were
lost. Survivors were landed at Glas-
gov. Whether any Of the lost were
Americans was not reported. No de-
tails were given.
The Argalia left here July IS for a
British port with a cargo of horses,
She was about 20 days out when sunk
and it is believed that she had landed
her cargo and was enroute to Glasgow.
Americans on board included D..
Thomas Dughan, Walthan. Mass, and
r. J. Shannon, Bangor, Me.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
PREFERS AMERICA
Somerset Alien Will
Fight for Uncle Sam
Fifty three Of Somerset County's First
Third Report for Examination-six-
teen Out Of 20 Seek Exemption

Skow1egan, Me, Aug. s.-Fifty-
three out Of the first third Of the SOM
erset county quota numbering 81 men
reported for examination at the Office
of Judge E. F. Danforth of the exemp-
ton board here Thursday. Twenty
PASSED the physical examination. two
aliens were not examined and all but
four of the men passed sought exemp-
ton, mostly on the ground Of having
dependents.
One man who was an alien preferred
to fight if necessary for the United
States rather than his own country
and consequently was examined, pass
ed and did not ask exemption.
The name of George Gray Of Jack
man, who was accidentally killed since
the day of registration, was among
those called and in response his widow
forwarded letter to the board. The
examiner, Judge Danforth Of Skowhe-
gan, Thomas E. Getchell Of Pittsfield
DR.. Warren Sawyer of Madison and
Dr. George E. Young of Skowhegan
worked until about 7.30 Thursday night
to complete their examination. Work
will be resumed again at o'clock this
morning. Several not reporting for ex-
animation are understood to have en-
listed.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
CALL ON HOOVER
Industries Board Goes
Over Purchasing Plan
Action Of Steel Producers Indicate that
Open Opposition to the Announced
Policy Is Appearins--Nsw LesisIa-
tion May Be Required

Washington, Aug. 9.-The government
war purchasing program was gone over
in detail today by the new war INDUS
tries board 1t calls for an elimination
of excessive profits on war materials sold
to the American and the allied govern
ments and contemplates protection TOT
the American people against extortiona1e
charges
At a morning session Herbert Hoover,
who will sit on the boards purchasing
committee to handle the buying of food,
was called in and in the afternoon the
board conferred at length with Col 1. ".
Littel, TN charge of the construction OF
army cantonments.
One subject given special consideration
today was that of compelling American
producers to sell war supplies to the AL
lies at the same price charged the Amer
lean government. Protests against this
policy it was said today. are so general
the government is taking steps to enforce
compliance and If necessary will seek
legislation to accomplish it,
Reports today that steel producers had
declined to supply the war department
with an order of rails for France be-
cause of the low price offered indicated
that open opposition to the announced
policy is appearing. The war department
declined either to deny or confirm the ru-
NOR. although 1t was learned that there
had been some sort Of hitch in negotia
tions over the order.
officials are divided in their opinions as
to whether the government can enforce
the plan respecting allied purchases with
out the support of national legislation
The national defense act gives it power
to commander supplies for war pur-
noses. but in some circles 1t is held this
would not give authority for the govern
nent to requisition materials and resell
them to it's associates in the war The
hope Of the war board, which reflects the
attitude Of the administration, is that In
dustry will be brought over through ne
eotiations and that no new laws Will De
required.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10

Walter F. Lewis. son Of Eugene Lew
Is OF Winthrop, Mass, and Miss Celia
2. Choate. daughter Of Mr. and Mrs.
Frank Choate Of this city, were united
In marriage at $40 o'clock Wednesday
evening at the First Baptist parsonase.
augusta, Rev. E. S. Philbrook off1ciat-
ing. The double ring service was EN-
ployed. The couple was attended by
Miss Dorothy Choate and Wallace
Choate. sister and brother Of the bride.
Following the ceremony a reception
was held at the home of the brides
parents on Second street, which was
attended by the immediate relatives of
both parties. Refreshments were served
and congratulations were in order. The
bride IL q well-known and popular
Hallowell girl. The groom is employed
at Shea's Market and has made MANY
friends In this city since his arrival
about six months ago. Mr.. and Mrs.
Lewis viii make their home, with her
parents.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
,P|TTSFIELD

The remains OF the late Otis Vining, a
member of Troop D, 2nd Cavalry. Fort
Myer Va. who was killed last Saturday
in an automobile accident in Virginia
arrived here Thursday afternoon and
were taken to the home Of his mother
Mrs. Edith vining. The body was accom-
panied by a large box of flowers and
easel for them, sent by members Of his
company Funeral services will be held
at the Methodist church Friday. The de-
ceased's brother Delhert Vining, a mem
Ter Of the Sth Cavalry, statlonal in FL
I'aso, Tex. Is expected to arrive home
Friday. brother, Claude Vining, who Is
in the L. s. navy. will be unable to be
present at the funeral services.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
FOUND IN SWAMP
Continued from Page One)

had been in the care of Miss Hicks,
her fathers housekeeper. According
to the county officials both Miss
Hicks and her friends Mrs. kennston
admitted killing the child, but for a
while steadfastly refused to divulge
where the body was hidden. Later,
however first one woman and then tho
other the county authorities said,
agreed to lead searchers to the body
and several times posses beat through
the swamp woods and fields near the
Bradshaw home without result, dig
ging up various places under direc-
tions given by the two women.
Finally organized search for the
body was given up. County Attorney
James r. Campbell announced this
week that the case would be present
ed to the September term of the
grand jury. 1t was understood plans
we're under consideration TO have both
women transferred to tho state prison
at Windsor for observation as to their
mental condition.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
THREE Men SHOT
IN TROLLEY RIOT
AT LIMA, Ohio

Lima Ohio, Aug. 9-Rioting broke
o,, IN tho street car strike here late
today Three men were shot in a
clash between strike sympathlzers ana
armed guards on the city cars OF the
Ohio Electric Railway Co. Ponce dls-
persed a crowd of more than thous-
and persons gathered in the vicinity
Of the interuban depot.
Trouble started on the public square
when f. X. Stroup striking carman
attempted to board a car manned by
strike breakers and two guards.
Charles Crider. "a, motorman of the
car, is said to have shot Stroup, think
inc he meant to attack the conductor.
Stroup may die.
4 mob of more than 1000 persons
pursued the car block and a half
east 70 the interuban station. There
two westbound city cars were met and
ell three stalled by the crowd Ihe
six men of the crews and six armed
guards made dash for the interuban
building one hundred and fifty feet
away. The mob blocked the way and
the men began shooting.
Leonard Short, striker fell with
bullet in his abdomen and Charles
Morrison another striker, was MT IN
the hip. Short is expected to die.
Four riot calls and fire alarm
brought police and firemen to the
scene. The mob attempted to burn
one Of the cars, but the department ex-
tinguished the flames.
Cridcr, tho motorman, who, police
say, firedsthe first shot, was arrested
on complaint of Clarence Downhour.
striker, charged with shooting with in
tent to kill A bullet pierced Down
hours coat
Six strikers and sympathizers were
arrested. charged with attempting to
burn the car and with cutting troll
ley ropes.
Crowds gathered to the square to-
night. but there was no further
trouble.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
OAKLAND
Miss Sarah Corson

Miss Sarah Corson passed away
Wednesday morning at 10 O'Clock at the
home Of her niece. Mrs. w. A. Goodwin
Miss Corson had been seriously i'll but a
lev days before the end came. She was
h rn in Canaan 70 years ago and had
r. ade her home with Mrs. Goodwin for
the past 10 years She is survived by
several nieces and nephews, namely: Mrs.
Welter A. Goodwin, Oakland; Mrs. Clay
ton Cummings. Oakland; Mrs. r. E.
Goodrich. Clinton; w. L. Corson, Water
willie; William Nelson. Canaan; Charles
Nelson. Tyngsboro. Mass. Roscoe Nelson
Hartford CT. The deceased was a mem.
ber Of Victor Grange. Fairfield, and
leaves a host Of friends who will mourn
their loss. The funeral services will be
held at her late home on Fairfield street
Saturday afternoon at 1.30. Interment will
be made in Canaan cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
Knox Surgeons Told to
Be Less Exacting

Rockland, Me, Aug. 9-Of the lis
Knox County registrants who appear
ed before the local board Wednesday
about 40 per cent passed the physical
examination.
AS the result of verbal instructions
from Adjt. Gen. George Mel Presson
the surgeons were less exacting In
their requirements and it was intim-
ated that some of the men discharged
may be recalled later.
Less than half of the country's quo
Ia has passed the physical examina-
tion. with only 119 more men to be
examined under the first call The To-
cal board is planning to summon more
eiiRibles,
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10

SIX months Is nearer Cne IDEAL u ain -
ing period, but this rule applies to
armies which have been fghtins three
years and have all the machinery es-
tablished through which the men are
passed smoothly and unendingly to-
wards the front.
Building Machinery
The building Of this machinery-the
great engine of war which works be-
hind the lines-is the staggering task
row being dealt with. 1t is task in a
way greater than anything France or
Great Britain was called upon TO do,
for Americas problems are those Of
France and Great Britain multiplied
by 5000 miles Of Atlantic ocean.
The army that Is here realizes all
these difficulties, but it also has an
unshakable faith in American genius
for accomplishment and. above all
else, in the American will.
The way to the trenches is long and
hard. The daily drills and tasks neces-
sarily are much the same thing over
and over again, all OF which means a
dearth Of real news just now. But the
soldiers are anxious that the folks at
home should know that the absence OF
news does not mean absence Of work
1t is not known how much longer
the French instructional division will
remain with the Americans.
Troops Morale
Students of the war are convinced
that the morale of the troops and the
morale Of the nations of the Entente
will prove to be the final factor in de-
Gliding the titanic struggle. The mo-
rale of the American soldiers in
France can easily be estimated by the
avidity with which they take up the
training in offensive tactics as agains,
defence work. They are frankly and
sincerely anxious. most Of them. for
! their turn in the trenches, even if al
first 1t is only a temporary soiourn Al
the front for training purposes.
The men are anxious for a glimpse OF
war and there is no doubt that after
they get it, it will add infinite zest tc
their future training and to their
ability to train future divisions. The
men still are far enough from the line
to hear or see little that has to dc
With real fighting. A brief tour of duty
| in the trenches will explain much tc
them. and make them appreciate to the
full the value Of training which they
now do not wholly understand.
Entertain French Instructors
Taking advantage of a half holiday
on Wednesday afternoon, one of the
American regiments training in Franco
entertained It's French instructors at a
field luncheon or picnic in one Of the
most ruggedly picturesque spots in
| the entire American army area.
The men all shared alike in being
helped from the big field kitchens
They sat on the grass, ate together ane
carried on a lively conversation de-
spite the difference in tongue.
The French officers were given 9
treat in the way Of fried chicken
/ country style.
The marines are somewhat detected
over the order that they must adopt
khaki instead of their more distinctive
| uniforms Of forest green
f; The real reason for the change un
uucstionably is the desire to simplify
| the equipment Of the expedtionarH
! force and to make all the equipment
interchangeab
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
INMATE BANGOR
HOSPITAL ESCAPES

Bangor Me, Aug. a-An inmate Of the
Eangor State hospital Vinal Roaks.
strayed away from the farming crew
with which he was working Tuesday and
had not been found up to Wednesday
noon. He is harmless and will do no
damage.
Roaks is about IS years Of age and
weighs 1856 pounds. He is Of dark COM
plexion and has prominent teeth. When
he left the hospital he wore suit OF
blue overalls and a jumper. Roaks is an
!mbecile from rhomaston and he was
transferred to the Bangor hospital from
the Augusta State hospital.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10

There are more women than men
workers IN the German empire, ac-
cording to the latest Official nrures
SICK oenefit membership lists show
that approximately 100000 women
workers are on the lists, or about H.
600 more than men, the latter totals
including 100000 war prisoners who
are working for the government IN
various capacities within Germany.
Women applicants for employment
continue In excess Of positions open.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
TAFTS CONDITION
SLIGHTLY BETTER

Clay Center, Kas., Aug. 9.--The con-
dition of Former President William H,
Taft, Ill at a hotel here. was described
late tonight by the attending physician
as somewhat improved" after a day
which had been described as "unfavor-
able"
Mr.. Taft has refused all nourishment
since Tuesday. according to the ply
sician, who states that what Mr.. Taft
desiUs and should have are rest and
nJ,iet
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10

Edward Runnells went to Portland
Wednesday. where he took examinations
as telegraph operator on the Maine
Central Railroad, passing the tests with
high honors.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10

Charles Fuller, the popular letter
carrier of the south end. is enjoying
his annual vacation Of Is days. f. E
Shepard this morning resumes his du.
ties as letter carrier after a vacation
of Is days.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1917-08-10
TO REMAIN OUTSIDE
Tseretelli Is Connecting
Link Between Russian
Gov Vernm e n t and
Councils

London, Aug. Especial dispatches
from Petrograd reviewing the construc-
ton Of the new ministry agree that al
though 1T is not ideal it probably is as
strong as circumstances permit and on
the whole satisfactory All refer to the
immensely Of the task confronting 1t. the
first necessity being the restoration of
order and discipline in the army. the
present condition of which warrants the
greatest anxiety Internal disorganza-
tion Is hardly less serious.
Fuel Shortage Stops Factories
Our correspondent refers to factories
being brought one by one to a partial
standstill owing to a shortage Of fuel, due
to lack of transportation. while length
ening lines waiting at shop doors mur1nur
apprehensively Of the coming winter The
same writer refers to Premier Kerensky
as turning for advice to the aged grand
mother of the revolution. Catherine
Breshkovskaya," in the tremendous bur
den Of responsibility he has undertaken.
The decision of NJ. Tsereteli to remain
outside the ministry as a connecting link
between the government and the Work
mems and Soldiers Council is approved In
the main, and his appeal to the, latter to
abandon the domestic class war and
range themselves around the government
to save the country is warmly commend
ed. It Is believed he will have great in.
f'uence in inducing the workmen's and
Soldiers Council to strengthen Premier
Kerensky. whose maintenance at the
head Of the administration is regarded as
Of paramount importance. If Kerensky
fails one correspondent says. Russian de-
mocracy will receive blow from which II
will hardly recover.