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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
Great Italian Offensive on
lS0nzo Continues to Gain

dence that the Austrians anticipate
where the Italians hope their final
blow will fall
important Italian Victory
The chief British military observer.
Maj Gen. Maurice, says the Italians al
ready have gained an important victory
which gives promise Of developing pres
ertly into a victory of the first magni.
tude.
East Of Riga the Russians have fallen
back before the enemy all along the line
from Raggedzem on the gulf of Riga
through Tukkum and kammern to the
upper reaches Of the river Aa. Fighting
is going on scant % miles east Of Riga
in the Lake Babitz sector. The German
official communication in announcing
German gains In this region says the
Russians evacuated positions without Of.
ferng Rattle, previously having destroyed
villages behind them.
To the south in Volhynia the Germans
also have delivered attacks against the
Russians for gains Of territory. but later
were dislodged In counter attacks. In
the Rumanian theatre tho Russo-Ruma.
MAN troops have taken the offensive in
various sectors or repulsed Teutonic al.
led counter attacks. No important gains
III this region have been made by either
of the combatants.
Russian Situation Bad
In Russia the political situation again
is to the fore. Petrograd newspapers
take the pessimistic view that unless an
agreement between the contending politi-
cal groups is reached at the approaching
extraordinary national council to be held
at Moscow. open conflict must follow
The constituent assembly elections have
been postponed until Nov. IS.
The situation remains acute in Fin
land, owing to the difficulty Of establish.
ing a new cabinet and the persistent ef-
forts Of the Socialists to reconvene the
dissolved Landtag. against which later
action Premier Kerensky is said to be
opposed no matter what the cost.
Continued on Page 5Col. 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24

1T is not the first time | may be al
lowed to remind YOU, Mr.. President, that
this has happened. In 1900 had the priv
ilege Of seeing with my own eyes the
American and Japanese colors waving
together when the allied troops. IN the
face Of terrible difficulties, triumphant
ly relieved the hesieger legations at Pc
kin. I we'll remember the skill and cour-
age with which the American civilians
and soldiers co-operated in the defense
The resource and bravery with which
those few Americans showed then, Amer
lean legions will show now.
The suspicious cooperation of the
United States and Japan in the tremen-
dous task of restoring the reign of n,u-
tual confidence and good will among the
nations Of the earth cannot but draw us
closer together. Our common efforts are
directed to seeking an enduring peace.
based on respect for the independence of
the smallest and weakest states, on con-
tempt OF the arrogance of materiaiistic
forces, on reverence for the pledged
word. In the service of the common
ideals, our two countries must SURELY
realize far nearer friendship than be-
fore.
This Is no ordinary war. II Is an is
sue between common morality and an in
human system Of calculated aggression
which would render all friendly inter
course Impossible. The welcome fact
that the United States stands side hv
side with the allied powers is euaran
tee OF early victory, and so His Imperial
Majesty halls it with deep qualification"
The President said in reply:
Mr.. Ambassador: It is with A sense.
Of deep satisfaction that 7 receive from,
your hand the letters whereby Won are
accredited as the an1ba ssador extraord,-
nary and plenfpotentiary Of Japan on sne-
cial mission TO the United States. It Is
pleasure to accept through YOU from
your Imperial Sovereign congratula lions
on the entrance Of the United States into
the great conflict which is now raging.
The present struggle is especially
characterized by the development of the
spirit Of cooperation throughout the
greater part Of the world for the main
tenance of the rights of nations and the
liberties of individuals I assure vour
now do associated in this great struggle
for the vindication of Justice, there will
be developed those closer ties of fellow
ship which must come from the mutual
sacrifice of life and property Nav the
efforts row being exerted by an INDIGNANT
humanity lead. at the proper time. TO the
complete establishment of justice and 70
peace which will be both permanent
and serene.
81 trust your excellency will ird YOUR
sojourn among Us most agreeable, and
should be gratified if you would be SO
good as to make known to His Imperial
Majestay my best wishes for his welfare.
for that Of your wonderful country and
for the happiness Of its people.
81 am most happy to accord you recog-
milton IN your high capacity"
viscount Ishii presented TO President
Wilson an autograph letter from the En-
peror Of Japan. Its contents may b
made public later.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24

Warrington. Aug. 23.-Government
control o. the coal industry was made
s,mo', complete tonight when Pres
der. wilson named DR.. H. A. Garfield,
president Of Williams college. fuel ad.
r!r!s,ra,or, fixed anthracite prices for
mod 4cers and jobbers, and set a limit
On profits 10 be made by bituminous
wholesalers
Thc final step will be to make reg
ulat.ons FOR coal distribution and to
* anthracite and bituminous retail
prices This will be done when a dis
u.h4'.on program is effected and when
.he Federal Trade Commission has
,.ml .eted plan under which retail
profits may be fixed
Anthracite Prices Virtually Same
The anthracite prices fixed effective
S,p, z arc virtually the same as
'tos now charged at the mines under
t'- ntary arrangement made by pro-
A.-ers with the Trade Commission.
The pflces that may be charged by
joboCrs, however. will reduce present
,rVs harply. Bituminous iobb ars'
-rot'- TO. VIII be cut 10 the new price
.,4.. soy for Wholesale transactions.
INC anthracite scale for railroad
nrr"d mines which include virtually
hlf.e biz producers follows;
Continued on Page 5-Colunn 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
SENATE AFTER ACID DEBATE
REJECTS LA TOILETTE PLAN
Amendment Would Have r a Is e $658, 784 900
from Individual Incomes Instead of $3.50, 1884,
900 as Proposed by Original War Tax Bill
Senator Williams Questions Loyalty Of Wis
cOnsin Man

BY these amendments the Wisconsin
senator proposes to increase the in
come tax return of the bill to more
the present law.
Senators Vardaman Of Mississippi and
Trammell of Florida spoke in favor OF
the La Toilette substitute and both OPP
posed the bills consumption taxes and
It's pre-war basis Of taxing excess in
comes.
Those protesting against higher income
and profits taxes, Senator Vardaman said.
are those who Capitalize pretended pa
, triotism."
Borah for Higher Rates
Senator Borah spoke briefly in favor
of higher taxation of war profits and
incomes. He said that when the bonds
now being issued came due there
would be no war profits to tax. Sena-
tor Stone. finance committee mem
Der, said he was surprised at the un-
expected and somewhat formidable op-
position to the committees revision
work and urged the Senate to support
the bipartisan majority draft.
Vote on First Substitute
The vote on the first La Toilette
! substitute which proposed new income
surtaxes ranging from one per cent on
incomes between $4,000 and $1,000 to Sc
per cent on those over 100000 fol-
lows:
For the substitute:
Democrats-Gore Hardwick Hollis
Husting, Kirby, Mcclellan, Owen, Reed
Trammell and Vardaman. Total Dem
ocrats, 10.
epublicans-Borah, Brady, Gronna
Johnson of California. Jones of Wash
ngton, Kenyon. LaFollette, McNary
Norris, Poindexter and Townsend. To-
tai Republicans, IL.
Total for, q.
Against the substitute:
Democrats Bankhead. Beckham
| Broussard. Culberson. Cltcher, Gerry
/ Hitchcock. James, Jones of New Mex.
leo, Kendrick. King, Lewis, Martin
| Myers, Newlands, Overman. Phelan
! Pittman, Pomerene. Ransdell. Robin.
son, Salisbury. Shafroth, Sheppard
Shields, Simmons, Smith Of Georgia
Smith Of Maryland. Smith Of South
! Carolina, Stone. Swanson. Thompson
and wolcott. Total Democrats, 80.
Republicans-Brande Cali er
| Colt. Curtis, Dillingham;. France. FIRE.
| linghuysen, Hale, Harding, Kellogg
Knox, Lodge. McCumber. Nelson. New
Page, Penrose, Sherman. Smith Of
Michigan, Smoot, Sterling. Suther-
, land, Wadsworth, Wilson and Weeks
Total Republicans, IS; total against
IS.
Claim 81 Votes Against
| Some Of those voting against the
substitute were expected to change
and support the other less drastic pro
posals of Senator LaFollette or Hol
| Continued or Page 5|cel. ~
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money to Russia, consideration is also
being given to the case of hard-pressed
Rumania, whose troops are fighting with
the Russians to stop the Teutonic drive
in the southeast II is understood that
any loan that may be arranged for Ru-
mania Will be handled through Russia.
German intrigues in Russia are known
to be eXerting powerful influence to bring
about anarchy within the new democracy.
Just how they are playing their game
IL reference to the opposing elements
has not been revealed.
The organization of Russian Con-
! servatives, described as formida BILE,
whose criticism of the provisional gov
ernments course is that Socialistic
domination has destroyed discipline
and efficiency in the army and left the
country exposed to invasion, apparent
ly has not been definitely measured in
strength in dispatches received here.
1t combines, however, the dismissed
generals of the army, the bourgeoise.
or constitutional democrats, discon-
tented Moscow business men and other
elements, al of whom demand radi-
cal change in the governments pol
icy.
kerensky in Confidence Of Both
Opposing the principles Of this COM
bination are the cabinet and the So
cialists. Apparently holding the con-
fidence of both factions is Premier
kerensky.
At the Russian embassy it was said
tonight that no news concerning the
situation in the Riga region had been
received. 1t was said that the German
offensive had been looked for, and re-
garding the possible cutting off of the
| railroad line from Archangel, it was
pointed out that the port of Archangel
would be icebound in September.
Fear Open Conflict
Today's cryptic news dispatches
from the Russian capital referring to
speculation in Petrograd and Moscow
newspapers concerning expected dra-
matte announcements of events" and
| expressing the view of the press that
! "if no agreement is reached between
the contending groups open conflict
must follow" were taken to support
! Continued on PAGE 5-coI. 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
President Wilson Formally
Welcomes Japanese Mission

Washington, Aug. 23.-Viscount Ishii,
special ambassador and head of
Japan's mission to the United States,
presented his credentials to President
Wilson late today, and with them an
autograph letter from his emperor
congratulating the President and the
people of the United States upon their
decision to enter the war against Ger
many.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
$4,000 FIRE
P o S t O fiji &c and Two
Stores Burn in Brooks
Engine House is ALSO On Fire-Hslp
Sent from 6elfast-Part Of Mail 10
Savsd-Stooks Of Goods Damaged
Origin Unknown

Brooks. Me-, Aug. ga Are started
about 10 o'clock tonight in the post
office block. which was totally des-
troyed. the flames communicating to
the general stores of A. B. Payson and
B. F. Stantial, destroying both. and at
II o'clock the engine house was burn
ing.
At 1880 a call was sent to Belfast for
help and at IL o'clock a party Of Bel
fast firemen left for Brooks in an auto
truck. hauling their fire engine.
Brooks is about IS miles from Bel
fast.
The Belfast fremen reached Brooks
at about 1880 when the fire had been
stopped, after burning part of the en-
gine house,
The greater part of the mail was
saved from the post office. Consid-
cradle of the stock in the Payson store
was damaged.
The fire loss is estimated at $4,000.
partly covered by insurance.
The origin of the fire is not known.
The law office of Seth n. Norwood,
Red Cross headquarters and a barber
shop were also destroyed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24

Washinston, Aug. 23.-After another
DAYS debate, embittered by charges
that those desiring to make the war
unpopular and embarrass the admin
istration were behind the movement to
greatly increase tax rates in the war
tax bill. the Senate late today reject
ed, IS to q, Senator La Follette's
amendment to raise 1853, $4,000 from
individual incomes instead of $500, 1884,
900 as proposed in the bill.
Two More Substitutes
The fight to increase the income tax
rates Will be resumed tomorrow with
partisan lines lost. Senator LaF'ollette
has pending two more substitutes for
the income tax schedule, proposing to
levy about 00,OO000O and $505,000,-
600 respectively and Senator Hollis
late today introduced another substl-
tute proposing to raise about Sooo,o0O' :
900.
Leaders opposing further increases
expressed confidence after today's in
itial vote on the first and maximum
substitute of the Wisconsin Senator
that they would muster enough votes
to retain the income rates now in the
bill. They were not so sanguine how
ever of increasing the rates on war
profits, which may be reached Satur-
day.
Simmons and LaFolIette Clash
In heated discussion preceding the
days voting, Senator Simmons, chair
man of the finance committee and
Senator La Toilette clashed sharply
over the latter's amendment. Senator
Simmons gave vigorous expression to
sentiments which for several days
have been smouldering in private
cloak room discussion by declaring that
interests seeking to embarrass the ad-
ministration and against the war pol
icy were Interested in making the
bill unpopular by increasing its tax
burden.
Senator La Toilette retorted with a
denunciation of any attempt to ques-
ton the loyalty Of those advocating
a greater tax levy, and with the
charge that the bill was drawn indi-
Gated Devotion to big incomes and
war profits"
War Profits and MilIionaires
Making war profits and millionaire
incomes ray the greater part of the
wars cost engrossed the Senate today
in its consideration of the war tax bill
Although yesterdays votes restored
the House amendments for higher
rates of income taxation and ran the
tax on millionaires up to 81 per cent
Senator La Follettes proposals fol
still higher rates came up today with
army senators supporting them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
LAST SESSION
Orlando A. Somers New
G.. A. r. Commander
Senior Vice Commander Glenn Was
Drummer Boy at II and Sergeant at
12-Three Cornered Fight for Junior
Vice Commander

Boston, Aug. 23-Orlanda A. Somers
of Kokomo Ind, was elected command
er in chief Of the Grand Army OF the
Republic at the closing session of the
annual encampment today. There
were no other candidates and the cleo
ton was by reclamation.
Drummer Boy at II
Brig. Gen. John l.. Glen. L. S. A.,
retired, of Washington, who enlisted
in the end Michigan infantry as a
drummer boy at the age of IL. was
elected senior vice commander in
chief. He was the only candidate
nominated and speakers called atten-
ton to the fact that he was sergeant
in the Union army in the year after
he went to the front as drummer.
The convention formally ratified the
selection Of Portland, Ore, as the en-
campment city for next year.
Three cornered Contest
There was a three-cornered contest
for the office of junior vice command
er in chief, to which John NJ. Vernin
of Chicago was elected on the second
ballot. He defeated ]. S. Litzenberg
of Wilmington, Del, and Charles II.
Haber of Hampton, Va.
John NJ Adams of Cincinnati was
elected surgeon general and Rev. c. H.
Frady Of Helena, Mont. chaplain-in-
chief.
The appointment of Robert W. Nc
Bride of Indianapolis, as adjutant gen.
eral was announced by Commander in
Chief Somers just before adjournment.
Cola D. r. Stowits of Buffalo. quar-
termaster general. and J. Henry Hol-
comb Of Philadelphia, custodian Of rec
ords, were re-appointed.
President D. Of v.
Miss Anna B. Durham of Lockport,
today was elected president of the
Daughters of Veterans.
Bean Pct Full of Gold Pieces
One hundred members Of the Wo-
mems Relief Corps marched down the
center aisle at the annual convention
today and presented a Boston bean
rot flled~with gold pieces to the re-
firing president, Mrs. Ida A. Martin.
The convention adopted a resolution
offered by Mrs. Isabel Worrell Ball
Of Washington that a special fund be
established for the assistance Of SOL
diers other than those who fought in
the Civil War.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24

Washington, Aug. 23-Russia's criti-
cal internal situation, aggravated by
the new German drive against Riga
threatening the capital is watched by
officials here with grave concern. 1t
became known today that official ad-
vices are closely in accord with press
dispatches describing grave political
conditions.
The outcome of the forthcoming ex-
traordinary national council to be held
at Moscow is awaited here with inter-
est, scarcely less keen than in Rus
STA itself. The immediate fate of Rus
STA, it is felt, depends upon it.
Fate Of Russia in Balance
Out Of the great gathering. in which
the Conser> alive elements of all sorts
are expected to unite in an effort to
compel the provisional government to
throw off socialistic control of the
Soldiers and Workmen's council one
of two results is expected. The for
nation OF a strong centralized gov
eminent capable of rapidly re- organic
ing the army and resuming the Often
sive against the Central Powers or
open civil strife.
1t appears that little can be done by
outside influence, even that of the Amer
lean government, to help Immediately in
the crisis. The problem was discussed
today at a conference between Secreta-
ries, Lansing. McAdoo and Baker 1t is
understood attention was chiefly given
to the financial and industrial aid which
the United States can and will give, and
the assurance of which is counted on to
strengthen the hand Of the Russian pro-
visional authorities. Ambassador Bakh-
metff spent virtually the entire day at
the treasury building talking over with
officials the financial needs of his gov
eminent.
Rumania Also Hard Pressed
In connection with further advances Of
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
Secures Promise That
Coal Towing File ct
Will Be Left Intact
WAS PLANNED TO
COMMANDER TUGS
Good News to Maine-Interfer-
ence with Normal Flow of
Coal to Our Ports Stopped by
Action of Serator-Might
Have Been Serious Shortage.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23.-The threaten
ed coal famine in Maine during the
coming winter has occasioned consid-
cradle anxiety and has been the sub
ject Of frequent conferences here dur
ing the past few days.
Recently the navy department de-
cided to commander five of the fleet of
big tow boats which are engaged in
towing barges loaded with coal to
Maine and other New England points
Senator Hale Acts
Senator Frederick Hale has repeat
eddy consulted officials of the Council
of National Defense as we'll as the
naval and shipping board officials
about this situation and has secured
the promise that the New England
coal towing fleet will be left intact or
else the shipping board will transfer
other tugs to take the places of those
Communicated.
Good News to Maine
This will be good news to those IA
miliar with the Maine coal situation
v no realize that were the normal flow
of coal to Maine ports to be interior
ed with at this time that serious coal
shortage could not be avoided this
winter.
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Germans East Of Riga

Meanwhile the German operations
east Of Riga seemingly are developing
in strength. as the Russians have
given further ground to the enemy.
Around Verdun in France the French
army is holding its gains of the early
v eek, unhampered by the German in
fantry, but with theguns of the Crown
Prince raking the line at various
points.
AT Lens, the Canadians have work
e" their way further into the envlrons
Of the coal city. and in Belgium near
Ypres, Field Marshal Haig's men have
been victorious in a two-days battle,
making gains over their front varying
ir. depth from half a mile to a few
hundred yards, Notwithstanding the
tenacious resistance of the legions OF
Crown Prince Rupprecht.
Italians Pressing Forward
On both the northern and southern
erds of the battle line in the Austro-
Italian theatre, the Italians nave
pressed forward their line for consld-
erabie new gains against the Austrians.
The counter attacks Of the Austrians
ere extremely violent, but nowhere
have they been able to dislodge the
Italians. An instance Of this is the
holding for three days under most VIC
ious counter strokes Of a strong
Austrian position captured southeast
Of Desso Faiti. More than $4,000 pris-
oners already have been taken by the
Italians.
Although the exact extent Of the
Italian advance has not yet become ap-
parent and the objective aimed at is
not definitely known, Gen. Cadorna
over the entire 81 miles Of the fight
ing front has everywhere made prog
ress and the Austrians are reported
unoh1cially to be stripping Triest Of
its valuaoles and moving them to
Vienna and other Understanding evil
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
Can't Battle at Homes

Amsterdam. Aug 2s.-Berlin news
papers received here say the Berlin
municipal authorities intend to pro-
hihit persons bathing in their homes.
The step will be taken. II is added, IN
order to save water and fuel
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24

along the Isonzo front daily continues
to gain in impetus and apparently the
strong Austrian counter attacks no.
where have been able to stem the tide
which is bringing Gen. Cadorna's men
gradually closer toward their objec-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
JERUSALEM IS
NOW military
STRONGHOLD

New York Aug. 2s.-The ancient city Of
Jerusalem, one of the detectives Of the
British campaign in Palestine, is now a
strongly fortified city. protected by mod
ern armament, and it's Turkish defenders
Offered by Germans in high command.
have prepared a defensive to overcome
which will require an effort on parity
according to members Of party Of mis-
sionares who have arrived here from
Turkey and surrounding mission fields.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
THE WEATHER
SHOW rs

Showers and thunder storms Friday
and probably Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-08-24
COAL PRICES
Government Control Is
Now Under Way

p,..,dert Harry A. Garfield Of vii.
Gsrs College Named Coal Adminis.
t-stor-Priees, Effective Sept. l.,
Range from 81 to IS Per LONG Ton.
Z. c. b. Mines