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The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
NO OVERT ACT YET
The President Will Not Ask for
Declaration of War.
Determination Of Cabinet Meeting te
Avoid Any Act That May Be
Construed as a Break.

Washington. - The fateful mex
step" in the controversy between the
United States and Germany will moi
be a declaration Of war. This decision
was reached at a meeting Of President
Wilson's Cabinet, which reviewed IN
detail the delicate international situa
ton now confronting the nation. Still
waiting for the covert act" that will
force this country to move, the PresI
dent and his advisers let it be known
that the following course has been de,
cided upon:
When the President L. satisfied that
American lives and American ships
have been destroyed on the high seas
in violation of the submarine pledges
formerly made by Germany he will lay
the matter before Congress.
He will not suggest a declaration OF
war, but will ask authority to use the
military and naval forces for the pro-
lection of the lives and rights of
Americans at sea.
He will then proceed to use the mill
tary and naval forces for this purpose,
leaving the next move to Germany.
This would result in state of war,
but would leave the actual declaration
to Berlin.
1t was stated unequivocally that the
President is determined that resi- onsl-
bility for a physical clash between the
two nations must rest with Germany,
and that the United States shall undo.
no circumstances force the issue. This
determination is in line with the earn
est endeavors Of the administration tC
prevent any act which could be con
strued as an offenSe or affront to Ger
many during the present diplomatic
break. In carrying out this determine
ton it was stated, however, the Presi-
dent will see to il that no move Of
Tending the honor of the nation or
transgressing the right of its citizens
shall go unpublished.
Members of the Cabinet reported the
machinery of the government fully
prepared to carry out the program laid
down by the President.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
WarshipS to he Built Under New Navy
Bill.

battleships at $15,0OO,000 each.
l battle cruiser at $19,OOO,0OO.
, scout cruisers at $6,OOO,O0O each.
10 destroyers at $1,300,000 each.
l destroyer tender at $2,300,000.
IS submarines, 500 tons, at $780,
900 each.
l submarine tender at $1,900,000.
With these additions to the United
States Navy, unless the German build
ing program is considerably larger
than is supposed, will take rank as
the second in the world.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
y y : . : ?. =
WANTED.

WANTED-A team ster and all around
farm hand; good place for the right
man. Apply at Advocate Office.
WANTED-"Cigar-maker good
jog. House for rent. Apply Blue
Mountain Cigar Co., Keymar, Md.
feb 2-4t
WANTED-A girl to keep books and
wait on customers. Apply to Charles
Velnosky, East Main Street, Westmin-
ster. feb 1927
WANTED-A girl for general house
work IN family of two. Write Mrs. T.
Fred. Boisvert, or phone R-2, West
Minister. feb 16-1t
CLERK WANTED-M edford Bar
gain Store, Medford, Nd. feb 16-tf
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
AMERICAN RED CROSS LEAVES.
Surgeons and Nurses At Graudenz
Follow Gerard's Order.

Berlin.-The American Red Cross
contingent of three surgeons and three
nurses. which has been on duty in the
hospitals of Graudenz, Prussia, for the
past two months. received an order
from the American Ambassador at Ber-
lin o leave. and departed immediately
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
CHINA BACKING WILSON.

Threatens To Break Off Diplomatic
Relations With Germany.
Peking.-The Chinese Cabinet has
Endorsed the American action against
Germany on the submarine campaign
The Cabinet has assured the American
Minister, Dr. Paul S. Reinsch, thai
China associates itself firmly with the
United States. The Chinese Govern
ment has advised the German Govern
ment that China will break off diplo
matte relations if the new submarine
measures are pursued.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
BLAZE IN GERMANY EMBASSY.
Starts In Bernstorff's Room, But Is
Quickly ENtincuished.

Observation-Disclosures wiring re-
suited in small blaze in Countess Won
Bernstorff's room at the German En-
bassy that created not a little con
sternatiOn in the neighborhood. Fire
men soon controlled the flames and de
clared there was nothing suspicious
about the fire.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
FINAL AUCTION SALE
OF ALL MY
REGISTERED Live Stock !

To he held on my farm at B, Berkeley la,lf :
Bridge. WilliamSpOrt, Md. miles soutn
of Hagerstown, Md, trolley connection
from Hagerstown every half houf. on
MARCH 9th, 1917, beginning at II cIoch,
noon.-7 Percherons, one Registered Gray
PercherOn Stallion, 6 years old Regis
tered Percneron mares and tillies l TO {
years old; Is Belgians, L Registered bay
Belgian Stallion, years old; L Regislero
ed bay Belgian Stallion, l year 0ld
Registered bay Belgian Stallion colts Q
Registered Belgian mares, 4 to 10 years ear
old in foal, l imported; Registered BEL
gian fillies; high grade Belgian ana Ter
cheron mares, in foal; h1gh-grade BEL
gfan and PercherOn geldinGs, to years
old; high grade Percheron hlly colt !
Standard Bred driving mare, 3 years ola
- Short Horns, 2 Registered Short horn horn
bulls, and 2 years old; Registered Snort
Horn cows and heiferS; 13 h1gh. grade
cows, fine mixers, with calves by SIDE; :
Jersey heifers. yearlings; 60 Shropshire s.
3 Registered Shropshire rams Reglster,
ed Shropshire ewes, bred to registered
rams; As grade ewes, yearlings, in lamb
to registered rams; 40 Berkshires, Reg,
istered Berkshire boar, year OLD; IL
Registered Berkshire sows, in pig TO reg
istered boar; z grade Berkshire soWs, In
pig; u pigs and shoats.
f. w. MISH.
@. Hagerstown, Md
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
An ExaggeratiOn.

Traveller.-How's your train SER
vice here?
Small Town NatiVe-Wal, they ad-
vertise one train a day. but you and
me know how them advertisements
exsggerate!
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
NEWSPAPERS GOING HIGH.
London Times May Raise Its Price
TO IA Cents a Copy.

L0ndon.-The price of the Times
may be raised to IA cents copy
The Times sells for 4 cents now, but
an editorial announcement stated that,
if necessary, the price would be in
creased to IA cents, the sum for which
il sold prior to 1885.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16

From reports the armory will be
on Short street We understand that
the armOry committee is considering
the purchasing Of land in the rear of
the B. f. ShriVer Company building.
Inc contract for the building has
been awarded TO Baltimore firm.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16

When you find that the truth is in
your way, you may be sure that you
are on the wrong road.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16

Some men spend half their time in
seeking advice and the other half in
lodging the consequences thereof.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16

When the good man begins to swear
the bad man should be on hand to get
a few pointers.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16

Women have a lot to say about
model husbands, but they want the
latest models.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
By N. /. Gorsuch Son Co.
February l6. 1871

DOS Comfortable Room
IL House with Stable and Gar k=sS
den. Apply to 49, zfss.
CHARLES F. BELL,
feb 16-tf Reese, Md.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
LABOR AGITAToR CONVICTED.
Guilty Of Murder For Bomb ExpIosio
That Cost 10 Lives.

San ranciscO.-Tnomas J. Mooney
labor agitator, was convicted of muir
der in the first degree by jury in
The Supreme Court here for bomb
explosion, which cost 10 lives, during
l preparedness parade July %, 1916.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16

Among other things that fail to i'm
press a man faVorably are his Wife's
relations.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16

Nothing worries some wives like
absence of worry in their husbands.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16


To sleep in the silent tomb.
HIS PARENTS, MR.. AND MRS. S. F. NULL
Wantz, who departed this life, February 2I 1912.
My heart in sadness returned to the day.
As memory recalls how death bore thee away,
And left US in tears, in grief and woe,
When stood at your bedside five years ago.
Peaceful be thy rest. dear son,
1t is sweet to breathe thy name,
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.
God has called him. oh how sudden
And he listened to the call,
Fastening to his home in Heaven.
Though he had to leave US all.
You are not dead to u.s. dear son,
But a star unseen,
We feel that you are near us,
Though death intrudes between.
BY HIS PARENTS MR.. AND MRS. II. J. WANTZ.
In sad but loving remembrance of our dear little
girl, Evelyn M. Bonner who died two years ago,
l6, 1915.
There was an angel band in heaven.
Which was not quite complete;
So Jesus took little Evelyn.
To fill the vacant seat.
We shall meyer forget you Evelyn,
Though long may be the years.
And often in the lonely hours
We wipe away our tears.
We often feel you near US Evelyn.
And all your sweet bright smile:
But we know you are happy with Jesus,
So we will wait little while.
We cannot understand why we must part
From those we love so dear;
But God who doth all things well,
Will sometime make it clear.
BY HER LOVING MAMMA AND PAPA.
Little Evelyn has gone to heaven.
She has safely landed there;
There she will wait for loved ones,
AS they journey on before.
She has made clear the open pathway.
And she guided straight the way;
And if we love and trust our Saviour,
We will meet her there some day.
BY HER LOVING GRANDMA.
Although two years have passed away
Since from us you have gone:
Yet Evelyn miss you every day,
And still for you we mourn.
Oh if at times the strain of grief.
Upon our cheeks appears.
1t is because our saddened hearts.
Find some relief in tears.
Our lives are, Oh so lonely.
Our hearts are troubled sore:
Your dearest presence only
Could make weep no more.
BY HER LOVING. AUNT ADA.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
PUBLIC s ALE.

On SATURDAY, MARCH 8. 1917. C. G. Green
lee will sell in Conewago Township, along Hanover
and Littlestown pike, midway between the two
places and one-half mile from Sell Station, on N :.
c. R. R., head of horses and mules. Is head of
Registered Holstein cattle six of which are heavy
mixers. head of grade Holstens. II head OF Reg
istered and high grade Berkshire hogs, so Minorca
chickens farming implements of all Kinds in good
condition 400 bushels ears of corn, dairy outfit
and household goods. Sale at II o'clock Base
boar, Auctioneer. feb lo-zt
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1917-02-16
IN MEMORIAM.

In loving remembrance of our dear son and
brother, William j. Null. who died February A,
1916.
Just one year ago we laid to rest,
And folded your cold hands upon your breast,
In silence you suffered. in patience you bore,
Until God called you home to suffer more.
Gone in the best of his days,
Blighted in manhood 5 bloom,
Torn from the hearts that loved him,
To sleep in the silent tomb
HIS PARENTS MR.. AND MRS S. F. NULL
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
AusrRo poles WANT FREEDOM.
Demand Independence Of Both Dual
Monarchy and Germany.

Copenhagen May 31-A national
'convention of Austrian Poles. which
was held in Cracow during the Whit
sundte holidays. unanimously endorsed
the resolution Of the parliamentary
Polish Club, calling for a re-establish-
ment Of free and Independent Poland
with access to the sea. The committee
declared that international! regulation
Of this question would constitute a
guarantee Of lasting peace. The resolu-
tion expressed the hope that the Aus
trian emperor would support the sug-
gestion. After its adoption. the resolu-
tion, which Is virtually an appeal for In
dependence and separation from Aus
tria and the Hapsburg dynasty. was
read from the city hall balcony to a
vast crowd and greeted with thunder
Gus applause
Apparently there was no Interference
from the Austrian authorities, altho
Cracow has fortress and Is crowded
with Austrian troops. The wording Of
the resolution is noteworthy for its alb
sence Of any reference to Germany, al
tho It is notorious that Polish hopes
for an access to the sea are based on
the acquisition OF Prussian Zanzig. The
Poles also aspire to the inclusion OF an
independence OF Warsaw and that part
OF Russian Poland which now is in the
the hands Of the Germans.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
SAYS IMMIGRATION
QUESTION IS CLOSED
Or. Toyokiehi lyenas, Former Jap
ansss Official, Asserts Attitude Of
American Government Toward His
countrymsn. IL "unjust and Unwiss."

Now York, May 31.-Asserting that
a1tho discrimination against Japanese
with reference to citizenship and land
ownership Is "both unjust and unwise,"
Dr.. Toyokichi 1yenag, addressing the
national conference on foreign rela-
lions Of the United States, at Long
Beach, N. Y, today, declared that "the
Immigration question with Japan A
closed"
The speaker, former Japanese gov
ernment official. said he spoke not in
the capacity oe a representative Of his
government but az private citizen,
wishing to make the point clear that
he wished to express the belief that
his government intended "to interfere
with his freedom Of speech"
.'What shall the United States do
with her 10000 resident sJapanese?" he
asked. Els It wise for America to leave
them long as aliens to form no corpor-
ate part of the American system and
debarred from sharing the rights, du-
ties and functions Of her ,citizenry? It
Ia my firm belief that once a Japanese
IA admitted to American citizenship he
Will be loyal to his adopted country.
There are hundreds Of Japanese in the
United States who would like to enlist
in the United States army but they
can not because they are denied citi-
zenship."
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
BRITISH LOSSES HEAVY.
Casualties During May Number Over
10000 Officers and Men.

Casualties During May Number Over
10000 Officers and Men.
London, May 31.-British casualties
as Published in May show a total OF
1902 officers and 106,331 men.
1.-THE British offensive on the A1ras
front Involving some Of the severest
fighting OF the war, naturally has re-
suited in q large increase In casualties
over the inactive winter season.
Casualties Tor the last few months
have not been received, but in Feb
ruary the total reported was only 1,243
officers and 1915 men. The assertion
Of the British that their Losses are fifty
per cent smaller than in the battle CT
the 6omme. altho larger forces are en-
EGaeed. Il, mot borne out 40 the Il May
figures, a1t1i0 IN the absence Of the
casualty repnfts TOR April. early in the
.month " e which the offensive was
launched, the showing is not COM
elusive. In the first three months Of
the Somme drive the British lost 807.-
1e9 officers and men. In August of last
year, the second month of the battle,
the casualties were 127,909. as COM
pared with 112.2o3 for May, the second
month Of the Arras batue.]-
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
Territorial Extension For
Gain Is Not Sought,
Says Berlin.
AIMS TO DEFEND
AGAINST CONQUEST
Demands Guarantees Which Shall
Serve For Future Protection--Dec-
laration Made in Reply to Published
Speeches Of British Officials-Aus-
trian Poles Demanding Independe mt
State, With Access to Sea.

Amsterdam. via London, May 81
official Norde Duestche Allsemeine
Zeitung of Berlin that Germany desires
mo extension Of territory for the pur-
pose of aggrandizement or of political
or economic accretion of power. Ger
many wishes solely to defend her own
territory against foreign plans of con-
|quest, the newspaper says, and more
over demands such guarantees as Will
serve for the purpose of her future
protection.
These statements are made in COM
ment on recent speeches of Lord Rob-
ert Cecil, British minister of blockade,
and H. H. Asquith, former British pre-
mier. The newspaper says that, apart
from the imputations In Mr.. Asquith's
speech, the principles expounded coin
eide with those In responsible German
quarters both formerly and during the
present war.
lIOIu INoUeEl ltCii Sdiu III lho hcuoS
OF commons on May Is that Great Brit
tain would not commit herself to pol
icy Of returning German colonies and
Turkish provinces in which the natives
had been.ill treated and askedtwhetfer
|such policy should be adopted in the
cases of Poland, Alsace Lorraine and
Italia 1rredenta. He said Germany
should make reparation for despoiling
Belgium. Serbia and northern France
and destroying merchant ships. Mr..
Asquith said if the war were to end in
an honorable peace there must be an
nexation, continuing the emancipation
Of population laborins under depotism
and that the. retention of strategic po-
sitions might be necessary
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31

correspondents OF French newspaper,
Count Romanones says:
The meeting was Of great impor-
tance. It Will perhaps exercise even a
greater influence on foreign than on
home policies.''
Asked what he thought OF the situ-
alton In Spain the former premier de-
clared that it became more grave and
more confused every a:s;s:; and every
hour Of the day.
1.-THE constitutional guarantees were
suspended In Spain at the end OF
March following several strikes and
serious disorders thruout the country.
1t was reported in Washington that
revolutionary movements were in prog
ress. but this was denied by the Span
ish ambassador
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
EMMANUEL SENDS
MESSAGE TOAMERICA
italian Prince Brings Greetings From
4 His king-Purposes Of States in
Prsssnt War Are 0utIinsd-Defend-
inc Ideals For WhiehAmsrica Fights.

Washington, May 31.-Prince Udine.
head Of the Italian mission, delivered
in the senate chamber today q mess
age from King Victor Emmanuel to
the American people. Resplendently
garbed in uniforms Of gold and blue.
with green sashes, the mission was en-
thusia stlcally received.
The purpose of Italy and the United
States was emphasized by the prince.
who said:
In this hour Of danger in which
military absolution ID threatening ev-
eryone, there are nations that have
forgotten old and new competitions
and have united to defeat this menace
10 the common safety. We are In a
more fortunate position. Between the
United States Of America and Italy
there has never been any cause for
conflict. This new and closer unity
means for US q closer bond and SOL
idarity.
This long friendship without strife
this union without mhtrust, this
cloudless future are enhanced by tho
fact that both our peoples arc at war
to defend the same ideals OF humanity
and Justice"
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
AMERICANS SECURE
BUSINESS AT LYONS
Forty two Million Dollars Worth Of
Trade Secured at Second Annual
Fair-shars Of American Houses
More Than HaIt q Total Business.

Lyons, France, May sl.-Forty two
million dollars worth Of orders were
taken by American houses during the
second Lyons fair just closed. The
buyers were from France, Switzerland,
Spain, Holland. Portugal and Scan
s6iinayia The business was mostly in
machines, engines, machine tools and
food products.
The total Of the transactions regis
tered during tha tair Was about $780,
100000, so the share OF the United
States was : little more than half.
IA A marked feature WAS the volume Of
business done by French houses In
articles which the Germans had prac-
;tically : uacncg before the war.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
TRANSCRIPTION
PLOT UNCOVERDED
Organization to Induce Young Men Of
Military Ago to Refrain From Regis
tration Discovered at Columbus
Moving Spirits Arrested.

Columbus, o.. May 31.-An anti-con-
scription plot, with national headquar-
ters in this CITY, to induce young men
of military age to refrain from regis
tering for conscripuon, has been uu-
covered by secret service agents, ac-
cording to announcement made by
Governor j. Nj. Cox. A printing shop
was raided and mass OF literature
seized.
A. o.. Hannacy, a graduate of Ohio
State University. and Albert Valnisper.
a car builder, have been arrested for
distributing anti-conscription lltera-
ture. "
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
SOUTHERN STORM
KILLS EIGHTEEN
Sixty Others Injured in. Tornado Which
Sweeps Over Southeastern Missouri
and Southern llIinois-ReIief Sent to
Afflicted Districts.

st. Louis. May 31.-Eighteen dead
and sixty injured is the death toll OF
the tornado that swept southeastern
Missouri and eastern Illinois yesterday
Several deaths are reported from Boi-
linger, Scott and Stoddard counties.
Relief was sent speedily to all the
afflicted districts. Little suffering
among those made homeless was ex-
pected.
The town OF Mineral Point. Mo-,
where four persons lost their lives. was
wiped out Losses of life also We're
reported from Diehlstadt, Mo-. and
Palmer, Mo-. and three negroes per-
ished at Hodges Park Alexander
county. Illinois. More than twenty per-
sons were hurt in Mounds, Ill.
A, report received from Little Rock
Ark, said that two coaches of q train
on tho Potosi branch of the Iron Noun
tain railroad were overturned and many
Of the passengers injured. Conductor
Thomas Lemaster was killed, as was
stock watchman and several others
not in the employ u the railroad.
" xu0 4OA MVuukNAA StdtiOA V0S NC
stroyed. The report said that a heavy
wind at Elijah, Mo-, blew down several
buildings. but mad no s.entinn OF loss loss
of life. II. s9 ~ -las- as33
Eighteen injhrsd sdspersuTisewere taker
from Mineral Point to Desoto on a spe-
cial train. Among them were two Cath
olic priests and two men about Is years
old. The latter two probably will die.
It is said hardly 4 house was left
standing in Mineral Point, which has
q population Of about 500.
The telephone operator at Potosi. a
few miles west Of Mineral Point. said
this afternoon that only two buildings
are left in the town and that reports
in Potosi are that twenty persons were
killed.
All Potosrs available automobiles
have been started for Mineral Point
with relief parties. but thus far have
been unable to get to the town.
A Sunday school picnic, attended by
about 1000 children from all parts OF
Washington county, was being held be-
tween Hopewell and Mineral Point
when the storm broke.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
Bandit Band ,p.tsatsd.

washingtn, May sl.--A war depart
ment dispatch today from Marfa. Tex.
says that the Mexican consul OF Pre-
sidio reported an engsss::..sn MT south cf
Laluma. Mexico. on May %. In which,
Carranza forces under General Garcia
defeated a bandit band, The ccmmSs a ! :.
ant at Presidlo reported 100 men en-
#rente from Palyo to Ojinaga, prea0M-l
ably Carranza troops, and thats thc Wiz
listas reported in that vicinity were IA
fact refugee Mexicans cnro0te g.
Palvo. ss y,
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1917-05-31
Navv to Use German Ships.
Station a Health Resort.

Chicago. May S1--The Great Lakes
training station Is on Of the healthiest
communities in the work, Dr. Frank
Billings. chairman of the health and
sanitation council Of national defense.
announced today.
Less than one half Of one per cent OF
the sailors who have passed thru tho
station have been affected by spinal
meningitis, 1t was found, At no time
has there been case OF typhoid fever
in the camp. Scarlet fever and measles
have visited the camp but we're quickly
stopped and proved to have been cases
brought In from outside,