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ment and under these circumstances.
81 therefore may be allowed to
limit my answer to what is said in
the English reports, which most
certainly were not inspired by SYM
pathy with Germany.
The English reports expressly
state that Germany expected and
wished to remain with the United
States on terms Of friendship, but
that in case the United States de-
clared war against Germany we pre-
pared measures Of defense. l fail to
see how such a plot is inspired by
unfriendliness on our part.
1t would mean nothing but that
we would use means universally adj
mitted in war in case the United
States declared war.
The most important part Of the
alleged plot is its conditions and
form. The whole plot" falls fiat to
the ground in case the United States
does not declare war against u.s.
Accordingly, the German minis
ter to Mexico, in the middle of Janu-
airy, was instructed, in the event Of
the United States declaring war, to
offer The Mexican government an al
lance and to arrange further details,
These instructions expressly en-
joined the German minister to make
no advances to Mexico unless he
knew certainly that America intend
ed to declare war.
An Argentine newspaper which
printed a story short while ago
really revealed the pilot" when, in
telling that the United States last
year suggested to the other Ameri-
can republics common action against
Germany and her allies, the foreign
secretary continued.
&c This pilot" was apparently not
conditional in the last. The news as
published by the newspaper La Prem
sa well agreed with the interpreta-
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Tokio.-Viscount Motono says ia
pan received no such proposal as that
barred in exposed Sec'y Zimmerman
note. Said "entire scheme is alb
surd," that whole plot showed men
tai decisions under which Germany
is laboring."
New York.-Mexico has not re-
ceived any proposition oOf alliance
from Germany, Foreign Minister
Aguilar declared in telegram from
Guadalahara today.
Observation-Disclosures here that
neither Mexico or Japan received
Zimmerman note, but that it was in
tercepted by U. S. secret agents be-
fore it reached either.
observation-disclosures FIetch-
er formally presented credentials to
First Chief Carranza, marking COM
plete restoration of diplomatic reIa-
lions between U. S. and Carranza
government. Occasion made one of
great pomp. Fletcher's first official
act expected to be inquiry into Car
ranza's position with regard to Ger
many.
New York.-Zinmerman letter in
tercepted by U. S. secret service
agents at San Antonio while on way
to Mexico City, from where it was to
have been forwarded to Japan, we'll
known Mexican limited today.
ZIMMERMAN'S EXPLANATION OF
NOTE TO MEXICO
Berlin, via SayViIIe Wireless,
March 3.-The official press agenty
today issued the following state
ment:
Foreign Sec'y Zimmerman was
asked by a staff member of the Of
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
By FRED Il. PITNEY

Paris, March ga striking picture
Of the desolation left in the wake OF
the retresting Germans, crazed by the
terrific onslaughts of the French ard
British, is drawn in a dispatch sen.
here by special correspondent of "Le
Matin.'
OF the ruin wrought in the neigh
horhood Of Noyon and Lassigny by the
Teutons before they abandoned this
part of their line the correspondent
states it is difficult to speak without
entering upon details of the most sor-
did character.
What were once charming streets IN
Lassigny are now covered with masses
of rubbish, discarded by the Germans
when they plundered the city. The
beautiful old ffteenth-century church,
which was the mecca for thousands OF
sightseers in times before the war, has
been reduced to a heap Of stones
Along the road from Lassigny 70
Noyon the spectacle of ruin is the
same.
Suzoy and many small villages were
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
Beautiful Church Among Ruins
Left by Retreating Germans
Property Which Officers and Men Could Not Garry Away
by Order of the Emperor Is Battered
and Burned

too far from the French lines 70 be
damaged by the heavy artillery fire,
but they bear, nevertheless, many
traces Of the barbarian rage. All fur
niture that could not be carried off by
the Germans was battered and broken
10 prevent its use even for firewood
Much of it was piled in heaps along
the road and burned to ashes. In some
parts Of the road the French found
carts loaded with house furniture
which the Germans, in their haste,
were unable to move or burn.
Farm implements. curtains, carpets
and most of the household goods Of the
villages were smashed. and, in some
cases. covered with filth.
At Noyon the houses have suffered
comparatively little damage. The most
noticeable wreckage was done IN the
vicinity OF the bridges, which had been
blown up 10 prevent and delay pursuit.
AT some places the Germans exploded
bombs and mines in the middle of the
roadways. causing immense holes and
ridges.
Last Saturday. on their departure
from Noyon, the Germans delegated
staf of officers TO visit the different
hanks in the town. Several prominent
citizens were brought along to acceler-
ate the work of pillage, and the ohl-
GERS compelled the opening of all safes.
Even the most minute objects, whose
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25

quarters all chairs, bed clothing and
even the smallest toilet articles.
German soldiers who pillaged the
town OF Ham sought 10 excuse them
selves for taking trifies by informing
the inhabitants that this was done 10y
order of the Emperor"
General yon Flecs. commanding ON %
Ger OF the army corps stationed az
Ham. took everything in the house he
occupied from the cellar 10 the roof,
using a wagon to carry away the OBJ
iects. After taking the last char IN
the house the general found himself IN
need OF one. on which 10 write letter.
50 an orderly was dispatched to get one
at the marie.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
Delayed Consuls Arrive
Serious Food Shortage in Ger
MANY. Say Two u. S. Officials

Raymond H. Sesgle and Frederies
Dietzmsn. American cVnsuls at Barmen
and Leipsic, who arrived yesterday on
the Spanish liner sivntserrst, said
there was serious food shortage IN
Germany. Both said that they intend
ed going TO Washington to report to
the State Department before making an
extended statement.
Another passenger TO arrive was DR..
Paul Deroin, who for the last eighteen
months has been engaged in surgical
work on the Western front. According
TO DR.. Deroin, the work accomplished
by the American doctors in the war
zone. particularly those working with
DR.. Carrel, has been little short of
miraculous.
DR.. Deroin was repeatedly under
shell fire, both at Verdun and on the
Somme. but escaped without a scratch.
After spending some time at his home,
in Holyoke. Mass. he intends 10 return
to France to continue his work among
the wounded.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25

chief value lay in sentimental attach
ment, were taken By the Germans.
Securities, jewelry and silver in the
banks, amounting 10 $500 900. approx
mately. were taken before the town
was evacuated.
NJ. Poiret. Mayor OF the village of
Pimpres, who was separated from he
family two years ago and compelled 10
stay at Noyon, says OF his treatmest
by the Germans:
The humiliations we mad 20 put up
with were Undesirable. During the
last few weeks our physical discom-
forts were becoming unbesrable. There
was neither meat, nor coal, nor vege-
tables, nor fat. In addition. the Ger
mans had cut all the mains, so that
ve could not have any gas.
Even Bells Are Taken
They were constantly reouisiton-
ing what little we had. They took even
the bells from the cathedral and the
Town Hall and last week the great
organ in our church was removed We
were joyous when We heard that the
Germans we're preparing 10 leave or
Friday night. We were told &C remain
inside on the penalty Of being snot II
we stirred outdoors. .t
During the night TIE Germans blew
up mines in the streets and damned
the River Verse so as TO food the town.
The evacuation began the following
night and was finished az daybreak. On
Sunday az II o'clock the sight Of the
French cavalry coming up the street
toward my house was the most gor-
geous spectacle that I have seen for
more than two years
During the nights Of March Is and
II two companies of German infantry
arrived at Ham and remained there
until the next day. Under the eyes OF
their officers they pillaged systemati-
cally all the houses in sight
Four lieutenants were found burn
ing or breaking furniture which they
were unable to carry of Moreover,
nearly all the officers who lodged at
Ham took away from their sleeping
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25

strong counter blows against the posi-
tions held by the British in Beaumetz-
lez-Cambrai, where the Germans were
beaten back only after they had OBJ
tanned a footing in the village and
chung TO II for some time. Southeast
of Croiscllcs the Germans also at
tackled in force. but without success.
The French went through real bat
tie before they were able TO win their
hold on the west bank OF the Disc
The enemy defended himself foot BY
foot" states Nivelle. The French now
have TO face the fire of the Germans
denburg line. Paris reports that Sois-
sons was bombarded to-day with shells
of heavy calibre by long range gun.
Flood. La Eerc Region
Yesterday the Germans opened the
sluicc gates and flooded the town of La
ferc and the entire region about it.
While this measure will hamper the
French operations and delay the capt
urc of the stronghold, there is great
doubt of its being able 10 withstand
the advance OF Nivelles forces for long.
The French now look down on the posi-
tion from the heights on the west bank
of the Disc, and, as their artillery is
being brought up already, the enemy's
lines will soon be exposed to an enflad-
ing fire.
The pressure on the Hindenburg line
az this point. as well as before 81.
Gobain and the lower Coucy forest, is
becoming SO powerful as TO endanger
the main German defence. With the
strength of these long prepared fortif-
cations unknown. however, it is impos-
slble to say whether the French will be
able to break through them without
lighting OF the most determined charac-
ter that may spread over several
months
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
TROUSSEAU Lingerie

Individual Pieces and Exquisite Matched Sets
Handmade French Undergamcnts done in spe-
cial designs of the sheerest handkerchief linen
and batiste in the simplest effects. sans garni-
ture." characterized only by the most deft
ncedlework and hnesse, or combined with rare
hand-embroideries and laccs.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
Germans Beaten in Fierce
Battle; Allies Now Up to
Hindenburg Front
Teutons Launching
Counter Ofensives
defend Every Foot of
Ground, but Are Slowly
Driven Back

,.,3oo. March o. - The French
49,. forward to-day in the Disc sec.
- France and, after violent fight
occupied the west bank Of the
80, on a front of four miles and
..,u,ed two Of the forts in the de-
',,,iys system Of La Fere.
yivelle's troops stand tonight on the
.-,,.irts Of La Ferc, which guards the
si,5snburg line near its southern tip.
y,1. the French cannot be said to
,,,. penetrated the Germans new de-
i.,,iye line, they have established
.,,nselves IN positions that gravely
,.,s,sn the enmy's positions. The
:, forts that fell into their hands
,,ssy. though not identified in the Of
ia, report, are believed to be those
G, Liez and Vandeuil.
IN the east bank of the Athlete, in
a. same general region, the French
aimed considerable distance. occupy
=, several villages. East of the St.
og,rtin Cana the French positions
r,rs extended. while north of the
Sume the German rearguards were
ldyeu back on the outskirts of Savy.
rs,re they stood in prepared defences.
Germans Counter Attack
The important village of Roisel,
e7en miles east Of Peronne. fell to
:, British during the day, and Haig's
r,ops likewise forged ahead, though
lozly. on a front of a mile and half
mAeast Of Croiselles. East Of Arras
lev raded the German trench lines
r,h success. Along the entire British
ron: there was spirited fighting,
he Germans counter-attacking at many
nin,s in strong force.
The German official report speaks
s,psragingly Of the attempts of the
lIisd forces to push the pursuit from
he Searpe to the Aisne and from the
emme to the Oiss
Daily engagements arc occurring be-
,vssn our protecting troops and enemy
sagaards." SAYS the statement. after
a,se frequent ergo sc:=SIts, in which
res suffer heavy losses. the enemy
cree. simply cropc anead in a hesitat-
2 manner and frequently throw up
rr,hes, being severely hampered in
ari freedom Of movement by our
ragres" The report claims the re-
-s..r Of al French ecorts to advance
is1g the front from ST. Quentin to La
iue
Driven Back. Fighting
Both the British and the French COM
-sreatiOns furnish indications of the
logged resistance being offered by, tn,
Germans Haigs report mentions
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
u. S. to Issue Border Passes

Washington, March 24.-For the con-
venence of thousands of persons who
have occasion to cross the Mexican line
and the Canadian line daily at Detroit
and other places. the Department of
Labor will initiate a new identified
ton system. 10 go into effect with the
new immigration law on May l. A card
like a railroad pass. on which will APP
pear the name of the bearer, his sigma
ture, description and photograph, will
be used.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
ROBES d'Interieur

NcgIgees and Boudou Apparel of Exclusive
Bonwi Teller 6 Co. Design and Execution.
Altogether original creations designed and de-
yeloped in the Bonwit Teller & Co. workrooms
which mark radical departure from the con-
gentionaI and accepted types.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
French BRASSlERES
6.75 10 $500

Expressly made in Paris for this shop Of real
Filet lace-net combined with embroidery over
hlet-reaI Cuny and Irish laces. Binchc lace,
hand-embrodered linen and net
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
Wonen's DAYTIME Frocks

Emphasizing Egyptian and Chinese Lines
Exclusive and original modes designed for after
noon, calling, luncheon and country club tea
wear, in Georgette crepe with intricate and all
covering motifs of embroidery and beading in
charming yet restrained schemes.
SATIN TAIL ORED FROCKS-A new note IN the
gown Of fashion of extremely simple contour
and strikingly chic.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
BONWET TELLER eco.
9Af Specially c@*:aTOaq~4o10o1
FIFTH AVENUE AT 38r1 STREET
Moments SPORTS APPAREL
SPECIALIZED DEPT-THIRD FLOOR.

SPECIALIZED DEPT-TtllRD FLOOK
This deparmcnt sbscrbes to the unusual and distinctive
in apparel Of the sports type-modes that have dlstnc-
ton and atmosphere that reflect the true spotswomanlke
spirit and the attraction of the outdoor country lite Feat
wed are SPORT SUITS for general service and every spe
uRc form Of sport emphasizing particularly all the new
NnToNF TRLTONF. CIRCULAR STRIPE and SILK-AND-
WOOL guernsey suits-VELVET JACKETS with NOVELll
KRTS-Colf suits made to allow perfect freedom OF
movement-ENGLlSH MADE SUITS specially made by
Kenneth Durward of Conduit Street, London known as
Georgian Country Clothes" ALSO COAT, PALElOl
and SLIPOVER FROCKS, TOPCOATS, CAPES. WAlSl-
COATS and UNDINE RATNCOATS and INVERNESS CAPtS'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
French NECKWEAR

The finest examples of French artistry and hand
work in exclusive designs expressly made tor
this shop, introducing entirely new themes IN
coIored laces. crisp organize collar and cuff sets,
waistcoats, bodice and surplice guimpes OF real
Iaces and hand embroidery.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
" BonteU" Footwear
FOR WOMEN AND MISSES
700 10 1900

Bone Footwear has special fitness for all occasions
Evening slippers Of graceful contour win long Inc ''"p
and true French heel flexible gove-waklns ooo'S Oh
fnse and elegance the final touch to the aeur costume
O~ heel shoes for the eunc file OF college spirit smart
a pumps trg and clean IN line, sports shoes OF sports
.omanhkc form
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
SPECIAL VALUES FOR MONDAY
Handmade Walking Boots 9.OO

brown and suede long ysmp shapes with exactly matching '0"
tpa hand seed turned soe Louis XIV heels !" 1''o '
only Also shoe, with patent leather yamp' and pea" gray
lom
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25

Berlin. March 24.-The German tm-
peror has telegraphed congratulations
10 the King of Bulgaria in connection
with the fighting on the Monastir
front. The Emperor said
THE reports from Field Marshal
Won Hindenburg that Bulgar and Ger
man troops have behaved splendidly
in the fighting near Monastir have
filled me with pride and joy. | have
instructed Won Buelow to express my
full appreciation to the German
troops.
in expressing to you congratula
tions on the splendid behavior of
your brave troops, beseech you to
instruct Won Buelow to inform your
gallant soldiers of Field Marshal Won
Hindenburg's report and of my con-
gratulations. | know that our troops
will continue to resist the enemy with
the same logged devotion, the same
firm will, and will attack him until
the final victory is ours. God grant
iti1
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
Handmade Spat Pumps o.OO

Extremely graceful sai pumps designed on '"m 'Ie"o.' "' I'D
black patent atb, and dull calf Hand sewed turned sole '"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
Bulgars Reported
DESERVING to Serbs
Several Regiments Said to
Have Gone Over After
Clash with Germans

London. March 24.-Semi-o official
dispatches from Serbian headquarters
in the last few days have renorted
serious trouble among the Bulgarian
troops around Monastir. Several regi-
ments are reported to have deserted
in a body as the result of friction
over supplies and their relations with
their Teutonic allies.
According to these reports, it has
been necessary to rearrange several
large units of the Bulgarian army,
distributing troops of suspected 10y
atty to places where they could do
the least harm.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
PERFUMES. powdcrs and boudor
requisites in packets and tlacons de luxe,
also novelties in incense and perfume burners.
Women's Strictly Tailored Suit,
$3.50 10 $500

Individual types characterized by the highest
degree of custom tailoring. Soft fronts narrow
shoulders. cIose-6tting sleeves, snug-httng
collars and lapels and the accurate treatment
of the infinite detail emphasize the distinguished
simplicity and refinement Of these mannish type
suits. WHITE PIQUE in the form of waistcoats,
cuffs, facings and Aanges is pronounced feature
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
hmportations & Origindtions
in SWEATERS

Hand oomed Swiss sweaters IN Roman and
regimental strpcs-POLO silk sweaters
SLEEVELESS Shetland sweaters-wool Guernsey
SLIPOVERS done in soutache metallic and
floral brodcres-FISIfTAlL, FITTED and
SLIPOVER Shetland sweaters.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-03-25
FrenchHand-Made BLOUSES
0.75 10 1850

Introducing the newer modes IN COAL, SLlP-
ON. SMOCK. BUTTON FRONT and BUTTON
BACK TYPES Of Ceorgcttc crepe combined
with real 6et lace poult de sole, coat bIouscs
with bead fringed centuries, handkerchief linen
with exquisite embroidery motifs or Infinitely
fine needle tuckings
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1917-05-16

Most Disappointing Season on Record
in Salem Section.

Salem. Black River, May 12-This
Is one of the most disappointing sea-
sons to start a crop that ever saw.
Many fields Of cotton had to be plant
ed over some weeks ago, and others
are now being planted over. Even
where not planted over the replant-
Ing is so large part of the crop
that 1t would have been better to
plow up and plant afresh. Very little
cotton has the appearance of doing
we'll. Corn is small. So small that
1t is hard to cultivate. Tobacco is
we'll set and loks we'll. Sweet potato
sprouts are slow to come up.
Gardens are good. New Irish DO.
tatoes are being used by some fami-
lies. Also beets.
Mr.. j. A. BOykin has been quite
unwell for some weeks. Otherwise
the health OF our community is good.
f. w. D.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1917-05-16
llY FlLLl1lHks.
PROJECTED SCENE FOR NATION
AL GUARD TAKEN UP.
would be Big Fore-Sopth Carolina.
for Instance. Would 1iaSe s,soO Men
In This Branch OF Service.

washington, May 12.-The exact
place tho National Guard Is to fiji in
the national army still 10 a matter of
speculation In the war department.
Under the recent announcement
that the States may raise additional
units up to a total National Guard
force including naval militia of 500
men for each representative or sena-
tor. It II not even possible as yet to
forecast accurately the strength of
the organisation when it is drafted
into tho United States army.
III the guard Is expanded plan for
Ii infantry and two cavalry divisions
has been prepared. A table forward
ed to the States shows the tentative
scheme Of organization, the designa-
ttons beginning with the fifth division,
az the first four divisions would be
composed OF regular troops. ~
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1917-05-16
CENSORSHIP BILL KILLED.
Senate Votes Down Provision for
Muzzling Press.

Senate Votes Down Provision for
Muzzling Press.
Washington, May 1.-THE press
censorship provisions were stricken
from the espionage bill in the senate.
The vote was 80 to 80 on the motion
OF Senator johnson, OF California.
An amendment later introduced by
Senator Kirby. Of Arkansas provid-
ing for specific censorship under the
supervision Of the secretaries of war
and navy departments was defeated
by q vote Of 65 to 8.
This action leaves the house as ia
voring the censorship and the senate
against it. The bill probably will be
thrown into conference where the
full force Of the administration can
be exerted to pass the censorship fea-
ture in some form. Without record
vote the senate also adopted the
amendment by Senator Reed making
the whole espionage bill effective only
for the duration of the war.
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1917-05-16
REFUSES no DECLARE WAR.

Chinese Representatives Decline to
Draw Sword Against Teutonic EN-
pire.
Peking, May 11.-After a riotous
secret session lasting throughout
Thursday night the house of repre-
sentatives refused to pass a resolution
declaring war on Germany.
The house of parliament was sur
rounded by mob which demanded
war, making threats of violence. I'm
der the orders OF Premier Tuan Chi
Jul troops finally dispersed the mob.
The premier addressed the house.
urging a declaration of war. He was
denounced by members who said he
was attempting to coerce parliament
The press is opposed to the war
party. urging parliament to resist
military pressure on the ground that
1t threatens the republic.