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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Greek Blockade
Modified, Local
Exporters Hear
Foodstuffs Worth $l5,0O0,-
900, Held in This Port,
May Be Released

Local banking and exporting inter-
ests received intimation from semi
official sources yesterday that the En-
tente Allies had modified the blockade
in Grecian waters snd that shipments
Of food and other materials from the
United States may be made without
fear of molestation. This was taken
10 mean that the Greek government
has complied with all the demands Of
the Allies.
Since the Allies laid their blockade
large consignmeuts of goods purchased
for Greek account have been detained
in American harbors. 1t was learned
Yesterday that upward of Sl5,OO0,0 900
of foodStufs, principally wheat and
Hour, had been stored IN warehouses
ia and around New York pendlng the
raising of the blockade.
Bankers who have advanced the
funds to carry the goods .pending ship
ment said yesterday that a large
amount OF warehoused -four and grain
would be started to Greece at once
provided that ships are found.
IL was suggested that the O reek gov.
eminent. in view Of the urgen need OF
such supplies, might commando er ships
owned BY private Greek interests
What will be the effect Of the Ger
man submarine blockade on Grecian
shipments exporters were not prepared
20 say yesterday
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
British Harass
Fleeing Turks
On Three Sides
Former Defenders of Kut
Abandon Equipment-Gun-
boat FREELY Is Recaptured

London. Feb. 2S.-"The close pursuit
of the retreating enemy has been
steadily maintained throughout Mon
dav.p saws the official statement on the
Tieris campaign to-day, land our ad-
vanced troops were this afternoon en-
gaging the enemy from three sides at a
point on the left bank Of the Tigris
over thirty miles west-northwest OIL
Kut-el-Amara. During his flight the
enemy has abandoned quantities OF
arms. ammunition, tents, equipment and
stores of all kinds, and has thrown
some of his guns, including four o.9
howitzcrs. into the river.
THE British gunboat Firehy, which
was lost on the retreat from Cteslphoh'
has been recaptured, and in addition
one Turkish ship has been taken ana
one destroyed"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Lord Miner Stifens
Russian War Party
Hopeful Signs of Reorganiza-
ton of Country Reported

London, Feb. 28.-Next to the Amer
lean question, the Russian situation is
attracting the greatest attention. Re
ports from that country, though
mcagre, show more hopeful signs of
reorganization in. the political and
economic life than was expected. The
situation is unsatisfactory, but it now
looks AS if some semblance Of order
would be brought out Of the chaos.
Lord Miner and his commission evil
IDENTIFY have steadied the situation and
greatly strengthened The position Of
the leaders in Russia who stand for
vigorous prosecution Of the war.
However, it is too early to report more
progress than that.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Gerard, 6 Hours
At Sea, Anxious
Over Submarines
ENJOYS Only Fear Is for
Americans Aboard In
fanta Isabel
BY CARL w. ACKERMAN


(Copught, 1917, The Tribune association
Aboard S. S. Infanta Isabel via
Wireless to Finistere), Feb. 28.-The
Infanta Isabel, with former hmbassa-
dor Gerard on board, is just six hours
from shore, speeding through smooth
sea under favorable weather conditions.
The liner sailed without mishap, and so
far there has been no untoward incl
dent.
Mr. Gerard and his party are we'll.
Though there has been no excitement
over submarines. considerable anxiety
is felt over the possibility Of attack
even Mr.. Gerard sharing in the
general feeling. II is not for himself,
but for those members of his party
whom ne had warned repeatedly not to
sail in company with him, that ne feels
most anxious.
Mr.. Gerard believes, however, that II
we escape the peril for twenty-tour
hours all will go well.
Up to the moment Of sailing Mr..
Gerard had received no word from
Washington as TO whether Germany
would consider his passports valid until
he reached American soil.
Both Mr.. and Mrs. Gerard are bear
ing up well under the strain they have
been subjected to for days. Before
sailing they took a stroll around the
Quaint seaport of Corunna.
The former ambassador was escorted
10 his ship by the Mayor, the British
Vice-Consul and the Cuban Consul. The
Spanish Governor had expected 70 do
the honors, but was suddenly taken i'll.
The Infanta Isabel is carrying some
] 500 passengers and members Of the
crew. Besides the newspaper CORE
spondents there are about forty Ameri-
cans aboard. The steerage is filled
to capacity with immigrants bound for
Cuba and the United States. Among
the Americans to board the ship at the
last moment was William II. Gale, for
mer American Consul General at Mu-
Mich. 1t was only with the greatest
difficulty that he was able 70 obtain
passage.
The vessel was escorted to sea by a
Spanish gunboat, which, however, left
her in a short time. AT this writing
the ship has no convoy.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Every Day of Inaction Seen
as Big Advantage for
Germany
War Is Held Inevitable
Date Only Now Thought I'm
certain-Americans Abroad
Hope for Quick Move
BY ARTHUR S. DRAPER


London. Feb. 2S.-The date on which
the United States will assume its armed
neutrality or declare war is the sole
topic of conversation here concerning
the American situation. No longer IS
there any speculation as to whether
the republic across the water will be
come involved in war. That is thought
to be a certainty.
The tone of Chancellor Won Beth
Hollweg's speech shows plainly
that he has no hope Of avoiding a clash
with the United States, though person
ally he would prefer to yield ground.
The Chancellor's position, however, is
far too precarious for him to show
further defiance Of the Tirpitz-Revent-
low faction.
Hollweg on the Defensive
Hollweg's speech is regarded here as
the weakest he has ever made, reflect
ing the desperation of his position. For
the first time he has adopted an almost
purely defensive attitude, as if cornered
and uncertain of his ground.
Politically, however, the Chancellor
is much stronger, for, though lacking
the support of the Conservatives and
the National Liberals, he has broken
the force Of their attacks by admitting
personal defeat and accepting the meth
DDS of his opponents.
War between Germany and the
United States thus seems inevitable.
Delay BY the President means only
added advantages for Germany and the
postponement OF the final battle of the
war.
Whether an overt act consists Of
sinking a ship flying the American flag
or of drowning Americans sailing I'M
der a foreign flag, as in the case Of
the Laconia, makes little difference.
The big point is that the German Chan
cellor stands firm on the ruthless sub
marine policy, in defiance of the Unit
cd States or airy one else.
Americans Chafe Under Delay
The German press criticises the
Chandeliers speech on the ground that
he should have stated clearly Ger
many's aims in the war, especially on
indemnity.
Americans unaequaiated with condi-
tions at home consider the Laconia
issue clear cut. and are restless under
Mr.. Wilson'S delay in acting upon It,.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
U-Boat Threat
Not Half Made
Good in Month
2O2 Ships, of 47O,Sl0 Tons
Total, Sunk by Ruth
less Warfare
81 Victims Neutral
About Per Cent of All Brit
ish Sea Commerce Lost
in February
81 Victims Neutral

London. Feb. % Estimates based on
reports received up to tonight, inelud-
ing the official figures of the British
Admiralty, show that 202 snios. aggre-
eating 47OSlO tons, we're destroyed dur,
ing the first month Of the unreSlrlcIe"
Teuton submarine campaign.
OF these 10 were British, 20 more
flew the flags of Britain's allies, o.
were neutral and Is remain unIdehIi
fed. The only American ships lost
we're the Housatonic and the Lyman
NJ. Law
The German claim that the subma-
who's would destroy an average OF l'VOV'-
400 tons month has not been real
I'D BY one-half. The daily average
of tonnage wiped out during the month
has been about 1854, just one-hat OF
the amount needed 10 bring the month
Iv total TO IC0V 600 tons. The first
fourteen DAYS of the campaign were
more successful for the submarines
than the last fourteen, the difference
amounting to several thousands Of
tons.
Loss Is About I Per Cent
Little more than J per cent OF the
total commerce plying to and from
british ports has been destroyed by
the submarines in the month of Feb
ruarv. During the first eighteen days
134 ships were reported sunk, while an
aggregate of 12,949 vessels entered and
left British ports during that period,
according 20 British Admiralty hgureS.
During the first twenty-five days OF the
month lS7 vessels were destroyed, while
1890 ships entered and left British
ports.
The amount of tonnage destroyed by
the submarines in February shows an
increase of about "a per cent over ina;
destroyed in January and an increase
of only 80 per cent over that destroyed
in December.
Many British merchant vessels
escaped after being attacked b. sub
marines. On the other hand, It rs
probable the destruction of many yes
sells has not been reported IN Allied
circles. Dispatches from Berlin from
time to time have stated that returning
submarines reported sinking as many
as eighteen or twenty ships apiece and
as much as 10000 and 10000 tons with
in a week.
Laconia Largest Victim
The largest ships destroyed during
the month were the Cunard liner La
coma. lS,099 tons; the French steamer
Athos. I2.64i tons. and the British
steamer Afric. 1899 tons.
The effect of the U-boat campaign
on French commerce has been even less
than that on British shipping. Nayiga-
tion in the English Channel has hardly
beeen affected at all, according 10 dis
patches from Hayre and other French
ports. From February l 20 %, sixty
five vessels entered and left the port
of Hayre, as compa-ed with the same
number during the same period last
year, fifty in 1915, 1l3 in 1914, and Ill
in 1913.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Cologne Gazette Censures
Risking of Passengers

The Hague. Feb. Is. Commenting on
the sinking OF the Laconia. "The Co
logne Gazette" copy of which has
been received here. says:
1--WE can understand British sailors
regarding it proof OF courage and dcvo-
ton 10 duty 10 brave the dangers OF
the submarine war on freight shiD,
but we cannot understand a shipping
company under British control permit
ing a passenger ship 10 cross the danger
zone. fooishly exposing women and
children TO almost certain death, nor
the extreme eashness Of those who thus
risked their lives"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
German Retreat
Spreads; Haig
Takes 3 Towns
Kaiser's Troops Falling
Back Along Almost En-
tire Somme Line
Close In on Bapaume
Evacuation of Stronghold by
Kaiser's Troops Already
Begun, Is Belief
Close In on Bapaume

London. Feb. 2s.-The British are
sweeping forward without pause north
of the Ancre and the Somme Three
important villages and several square
miles Of territory abandoned by the
Germans were occupied by Cough 5
troops to-day. The British line is no"
less than a mile from Bapaume.
The German retiring movement EVIL
IDENTIFY continues unchecked, and appar-
emily is spreading over the entire
Somme line as far as the Sally sector
where the British also pressed ahead.
The British advance attained Its
greatest proportions to-day on the eX-
IRENE left wing. Swinging forward north
of Serre over a front Of three miles, the
British trops took the villages OF
Puisieux Mont and Gommecourt and
pushed on more than half a mile to the
northeast of the latter place. Approx
mately three square miles of ground
was added to the British lines in this
operation.
Capture Village OF ThillOy
Further east. in the sector immedi-
ately south of Bapaume, the village OF
Thilloy was captured. bringing the
British lines still nearer the great
stronghold which has been their objec-
tive for eight months.
The German movement apparently Is
pivoting on the Sally sector as base.
At that point the trenches are still oc-
cupied by Prince Rupprecht's soldiers.
Even here. however. the German de-
tenders are not in strong force, as Is
indicated by the British announcement
that d portion of trench northeast
of Sailly-Saillisel was conquered this
morning in an operation that resulted
in the capture of eighty-seven prison
ers and machine gun. This IS the
first definite claim as to prisoners that
has come from Haig since the Germans
began their extensive retreat.
If Bapaume has not already been
evacuated by the Germans, IT stands
almost no chance of holding out. Not
only are the British ready to deliver
a frontal attack on the fortress from
their dominating positions less than a
mile TO the south, but they are steadily
pressing in on its flank from the west.
The fall of Puisioux should hasten
that Of Irles and Achiet-lePeti from
either of which positions the British
could easily work their way around to
the rear of Bapadme. They nave four
good roads by which Bapaume might
be entered from the south, southwest
and west. only one of them offering
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Navy Opens Bids
On Guns TO Stop
Submarine Raids
Department Seeks 2, 400 One
Founders and Thousands of
Smaller Weapons

Washington. Feb 2S-Blds were
opened at the Navy Department to-day
for several thousand small guns for
Use against submarines. OF the larger
type, 3-inch weapons. the department
seeks 2.lO0, while many one-p0unders
are also TO be contracted for. The
larger guns Will be used on merchant
men and patrol boats. the smaller on
motor boats. especially constructed TO
chase submarines.
The motor "chasers" are modelled
after the type now IN use by tue Brit
ish naval authorities. The Navy De
partment plans to build hundreds OF
them, as their effectiveness lies in their
nnmher
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01

csc ship, which was unarmed, deyiate
from the raiders instructions, Captain
Takeshima realizing that TO DO so
would mean destruction.
Took Over Crews
On January IL the raider signalled
tha Hudson Maru to approach and take
the crews OF all the destroyed vessels
There were 237 officers and men. IN
Gliding eleven from the captured Var
rowdsle. whom the Germans felt might
be a disturbing element if left aboard.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
British Losses Decrease
Total Casualties in February
1,243 Officers, IL, 185 Men

London. Feb. Is British casualties
during February were 1,2i3 officers and
i1lSJ men.
The total is little more than half that
fol January. despite the lighting on the
Somme, the January total being 81 1854
officers and men. Officer casualties for
February, however. were considerably
greater than for the month preceding,
when they were 800.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01

any certain obstacle to a rapid ad-
vance.
British Guns Command Roads
The city itself is surrounded ana de-
Tended by several crests OF hills, but
the strategic value of these fortlhea-
tions has been practically wiped out by
the superior positions to the south
From these heights the British guns
now command the communicating roads
from Bapaume TO Arras and Cambria,
without which the Germans would ma
il impossible TO hold the clts or the
territory Immediately surrounding II.
For this reason alone 1t Is believed
bv competent authorities that the
evacuation of Bapaume already has been
accomplished / the enemy Additional
color Is lent to this theory by private
dispatches stating that the British oay-
teries are shelling the German posi-,
tions within and without Bapaume' ana
that frequent fires and explosions IN
the heart Of the city have been Cd
served.
The Berlin War Office continues US
extraordinary reticerce concerning tue
great withdrawal -.
On the French front fighting was Inn
tied TO patrol encounters, except az
Verdun, where Berlin chronicles the
rerulse of several French attacks
northeast of Ayocourt.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Conn. Militia Bill Passed

Hartford, Feb. % The House Of
Representatives to-day adopted the bill
revising the Connection, National
Guard law and making it conform 10
Federal law The bill now goes to the
Governor 20 be signed.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Captain of Jap
Ship, Here, Tells
Of Raiders Deeds
Hudson Maru's Skipper
Was Forced to Obey Ger
mans Order for Week
Awed by His Guns
Landed 237 Officers and Men
of Captured Craft at
Pernambuco

The Hudson Maru. japanese ship,
reached port yesterday Her captain,
7. Takeshima, told how he was forced
to do the bidding of the captain OF a
German raider from January to u,
finally taking aboard 237 officers and
men from destroyed vessels, who were
landed at Pernsmbuco
The Hudson Maru, vessel Of 1892
tons, sailed from Bombay last October
for New York with a general cargo.
Everything went well until the end Of
December, when heavy head winds were
encountered near the South American
coast.
On January 5, while 500 miles off the
coast of Brazil, about five miles dis
tant was sighted long, black steamer
of 1000 or 5000 tons, with white
deckhouse. She was headed south at
high speed.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01

They hone the President will act quick
~ and strike hand.
The British press and public express
warm support end appreciation OF the
stand President Wilson has taken IN
regard to armed neutrality.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
February U-Boat Toll
Totals 470,8l0 Tons

No additional sinkings OF ships by
German submarines were reported to-
day. but the following Dutch steamers,
reported torpedoed but not sunk on
February "a, have been given up as
lo.t.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
Starts in Pursuit

When this vessel perceived the Hud-
son Maru struggling along on a north
erly course. at comparatively slow
rate of speed, she started in pursuit
Captain Takehims said that she looked
like a former passenger vessel whose
engines had been renewed and her
superstructure cut down that she might
make greater speed. He estimated that
she could travel between seventeen and
nineteen knots.
Although the vessel swung IN a wide
circle, he anticipated no danger until
he saw the German naval ensign sud
denly unfurled over her stern taffrail,
he continued Then the Hudson Msru
stopped.
So did the raider. about a quarter of
mile away. where two gray eight
inch guns cleaned from her bow, while
two formidable torpedo tubes showed
plainly over her stern. A few mo-
ments later a small boat from the
raider approached the japanese mer-
chairman. A navy lieutenant with six
marines climbed up the side.
"You are an enemy ship. You must
do as ! command. You must follow
me. We will signal you what TO do and
where TO go. You must obey every
command" was the way Captain Take
shima said orders were given him.
Commanded Seven Days
For seven days the Hudson Maru was
commanded by a German petty officer
and three marines, who acted as his
bodyguard.
In that time the raider sank with
bombs two British ships the Radnor-
shire and the Minieh. as we'll as two
French sailing ships, the Nantes and
the Asnieres.
Captain Takeshima said he learned
later that the bombs were cylindrical,
three inches in diameter and eight
inches long. They were placed either
in the fo'castle or poop, sinking the
vessel either bow or stern first.
Several times the raider was lost TO
view, but each time she reappeared,
first giving the Hudson Maru the course
10 follow Never once did the Japan
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01

Total ................... $500. lS'oof
Including these losses, and basing the
estimates on the Official statements OF
Sir Edward Carson, the total losses for
the month of February in the Teuton
submarine campaign are as follows:
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-01
British Guns Command Roads

any certain obstacle to a rapid adj
vance.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1917-05-26
NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In the Sixth Judicial District Court
of the State of Nevada, in and tor
the County of Humboldt.
In the Matter of the Estate of KATH-
ERNIE +. EDMUNDS, deceased.
Notice is hereby given that JAMES
EDMUNDS has been duly appointed,
OF the END day of May, AID. 1917, and
duly qualified, on the oath day of Nav,
AID. 1917, by the above named Court
as ADMINISTRATOR of the Estate OF
said KATHERINE f. EDMUNDS. late
of said County, deceased.
All persons having claims, due or to
become due, against said estate are
required to file the same, with the
proper vouchers and statutory afflda-
Wits attached, with the Clerk of said
Court within three months from date
of the first publication of this notice.
Dated May "a. 1917.
JAMES EDMUNDS,
Administrator of the Estate Of
Katherine II. Edmunds.
Deceased.
First publication May "a. 1917.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1917-05-26
HE ALMOST FELL DOWN

A. M. Hunsucker, Bogue Chitto,
Miss, felt so grateful because of be-
ing freed from pain and distress that
he wrote the following letter: Il was
suffering from rheumatism, kidney
and bladder trouble, also dizziness
would almost fall down at times. ]
started taking Foley Kidney Pills and
two boxes gave me entire relief" Dis.
ordered kidneys give warning by pains
in side and back, rheumatic aches
sore muscles, swollen joints, puffiness
under eyes, tired and languid feeling
Eagle Drug Co., Winnemucca.-[Ad-
vertisement. my
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1917-05-26
TO ALL SHEEP OWNERS
GENERAL ORDER NO. %

Upon motion duly made and sec
onded, it was resolved: That owing
to a serious outbreak of scabbies in
Humboldt and Elko counties, of this
State, you are hereby notified that the
inspection and dipping of all exposed
or infected sheep necessary for the
elimination of said disease shall be
under the direct supervision of Fed
eral authority; DR.. Robert Dill, Win
nemucca, Nevada, in charge.
1t was further resolved: That a
lime and sulphur dip shall be used
for all dipping purposes, and all dip
pings must be under the supervision
Of a Federal or State inspector.
1t was further resolved: That all
sheep in the State shall be dipped for
ticks. between the dates of the first
day of June, 1917, and the 18th day of
October, 1917, inclusive.
1t was further resolved: That all
sheep entering the State of Nevada
from any known infected districts
must be accompanied by clear bill of
health, showing that they are free
from all infectious diseases. On ar
rival they must be reported to the
Nevada State Commission, or one Of
its inspectors, and they then must be
dipped once within 10 days after en-
tering. and under the supervision of
a Federal or State inspector.
If not accompanied by a clear bill
of health, they must be dipped twice
within an interval Of 10 to IA days
between clippings, by either a Federal
or State inspection.
NEVADA STATE SHEEP
COMMISSION,
S. H. Wheeler, President.
]. G. Taylor, Commissioner.
C. w. Griswold, Commissioner.
G. DEL WOLFENSPARGER,
Secretary.
First publication May 26. 1917.
Last publication June 16. 1917.
The silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1909-1925, 1917-05-26
HIGHWAY BOARD APPOINTS
IT'S CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER

The board of directors of the de-
partment of highways has appointed
r. X. West, assistant engineer of the
State highway commission of Cali
fornia. to be State highway engineer
of Nevada. Mr.. West will assume his
duties on June 1.
This selection was made after care
full examination into the qualifications
of a large number of applicants. Mr..
West produced the highest recommen-
dations and also had a record OF cou-
struetive work in California and else
where.
He was one of a list vouched for as
capable by the department of public
roads and rural engineering, with
which the Nevada board will work on
a dfty-hfty basis in the construction
of Nevada highways.