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Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
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The Associated Press summarizes European war activities of yesterday as follows:
 British shipping amounting to 74S5 tons was reported sunk Saturday as the result of the German blockade measures. Three of the four steamers sunk, the QueenswoOd, 2,701 tons; Ma rion Dawson. 2,S00 tons and Marie Leonhardt, 1,46S tons, were presum- ably submarine victims. The fourth,
 the Lady Ann of 1,016 tons, was sunk
 by mine.
 German reports attribute marked success to the operations of individual U-boats within the last few days. One submarine, 1t was announced, sunk 0O,-
 900 tons of shipping in A hours while another averaged 1000 tons a day for five days.
 Attacking in force the German lines
 on both sides of the river Ancre, in
 France, British troops on Saturday
 penetrated about 1000 yards on q front of one mile and half south of the stream and gained ground on le northern side.
 The latest success follows upon the British capture of Grandcourt, also on the southern bank, and brings them within a short distance of both Mlrau - mont and Petit Miraumont. nortbe&st of Grandcourt. Field Marshal HaiG's S forces also carried an important Ger
 man position north of the Ancre o:i a
 front of about 1000 yards north cf the Baillescourt farm.
 German counter attacks were with stood successfully by the British who | report that they inflicted heavy losses on the Germans. The British also cap tured at least 26S prisoners, including | five officers Farther northwaId on | the front in France, British troops car ried out successful raids into the Ger man lines.
 Continuing their advance on Kut-El- 1 Amara. in Mesopotamia, the British | troops have taken more positions from | the Turks. and prisoners captured | nearly 1000 including Ss officers. Or | the right bank of the river Tigris the | British seized important strategic po- sitions Related Turkish official state l ments admit retirements in this region
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
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BOSTON, Feb. 1.-The North Ger man Lloyd passenger liner Kron- prnZesin Cecilie, while in the custody of a United States maI shal under the Libel order from the federal court, was deliberately disabled at the direction of her German commander.
 Captain Charles A Polack so testi : fled in the United States district court today, and added that ne, in turn, had taken his orders from the German government. The damage to the vessel was done on the night of January 31, three days before diplo- matic relations between the United States and Germany were broken off Under examination by counsel for the libellants Captain Polack said that on that day he had received or ders to render his vessel unseaworthy from an unnamed official of the Ger man embassy at Washington.
 It was a tense moment when the witness was asked the name of this official. He hesitated and then, turn- ing to the court, made this plea
 Your honor I am an officer oi the German navy, and if l should have to disclose the name of tho gentleman in this hearing I might bt tried for treason when 1 went hom, 10 Gernany. WlSh your hOnOl would not oblige me to answer tha question"
 Judge James M Morton, Jr, con ferred privately with counsel for th' libellants and the owners of tn, Kronprinzessin Cecilie for a few min utes and then announced that as tn, attorneys for the plaintiffs were no disposed to press the point, the cour would not insist upon an answer a no good purpose would be served
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
BRITISH SHIPPING
 SUFFERS FROM SUD~

The renewal of fighting along the Moldavian frontier of Rumania was virtually the only new development of the last A hours in the field of mili- tary activity. Berlin reports the be- ginning of battle Saturday morning north of the Oituz valley. Whether the Russo -Rumanian or the Ausro German forces ere the aggressors was not ip- dicated. Petrograd has not yet re- ported on this operation On the Franco Belglan front infantry fighting was resumed near the Ancre river. The activity in the Champagne, where the Germans suddenly delivered an attack on Thursday seems to have uecreased somewhat but fighting still is taking place there. Berlin chronicling the re- pulse of French attack. The after noon report of the French war office referred only to artillery actions.
 In the field of aviation the naval con- tingents have been more than usually active German naval airplanes bonn harding military objects near Dunkirk and Coxyde, behind the entente lines on the northern end of the Franco Belgian front and also throwing bombs upon merchant shipping in the Downs off the English coast. British naval machines bombed the Ghstelles air dome and buildings and shipping al Bruges. Belgium.
 The Swiss minister at Washington has given to Secretary of State Lan- sing full information concerning the departure of S6 former American con- suls and their families in Germany The details were not made public. but it Is understood that it supports previ- ous promises to facilitate the departure of Americans.
 Turkey has given to Ambassador FL itus at Constantinople eXpress,vns vi friendship for the United States ano of hope that friendly relations may continue. No reference was made bl Turkey to any intention on her part to support Germanys submarine policy.
 The American legation in Berne Switzerland, was notified today tha the American consuls now in German, will arrive in Switzerland Tuesday af ternoon and it is expected that many Americans who have been residing il l Germany will accompany them.
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 NEW YORK, Feb. 17.-Peculiarities of the late Mrs. Hetty H. R. Green. reputed to have been the richest wo- man in the world, were disclosed in the surrogate court here today through the Hing of testimony given by her son. Colonel E. H. R. Green, before trans Ger tax appraiser The state is en- leavoring to prove that Mrs. Green vas resident of New York when she lied last July.
 Hitherto unrevealed methods that Mrs Green adopted to conceal her identity to avoid cranks, her fears for her personal safet' after the attempt on the life of Russell Sage, the num- erous aliases under which she lived in unpretentious neighborhoods. and her persistent devotion to business and if nancial transactions. all were related by her son.
 Among the assumed names used by Mrs. Green, her son testified. were Mrs Dewey, Mrs. Warrington. Mrs. Norton Mrs Smith, Mrs. Nash, Mrs. Martin Miss Hickey. and others he could not 'ecall. A list of checks drawn in 1915 covering 25 weeks, showed that the rich woman paid from s10 to $l4 a week for board ard lodging.
 Asked II hlS mother renamed loHe It time in her boarding houses, Co lonel Green replied:
 No, sir, short time. The news paper men and the cranks used to get after her and the charity people would get after her and she would move, keeF moving around Every place she wenl she had different name. Her favoritt name was Dewey. She had little dos by that name, so she put on the dog's name.
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
WILSON WANTS
 AUTHORITY T0
 PROTECT LIVES
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 WASHINGTON, Feb. 1.-The ad- visibility of going before congress be- fore the end of the present sesSlon March to make certain that he be clothed with sufficient power to protect American lives. and property from Ger man submarine activities was dis cussed by President Wilson today with members of the senate whom he called into conference during brief visit to the capitol.
 Afterward it was indicated that the president had not made up his mind on the question, but had such step un- der consideration because of the pos sibility that after adjournment some sudden emergency might arise neces- Sitating action before congress could be called together again.
 The suggestion was made that con- gress might be asked to pass a broad resolution authorizing the president to take any necessary meas sures for the protection of American rights and avoid specific stipulations as to how the protection should be afforded. IL was indicated that MT. Wilson re- mained as anxious to avoid war and that he gave no suggestion that a dec laration of war, which congress alone can make. is even considered by him at present in connection with the pas sibllity of a request for additional au- thority.
 The general feeling here has been that Germanys submarine campaign sooner or later will lead inevitably to such a violation of American rights as will require the further action fore casted by the president in his address to congress two weeks ago. The pres 1dent is understood to feel, however, that when the time comes the solution outlined in that address should be fol- lowed out literally, and the steps taken should constitute an extension of fur ther protection to American interests rather than a declaration of war
 Officials were much gratified at a message from Berne today saying the American consuls remaining in Ger many, for whom some concern had been felt, would depart early next week, but there was no evidence that the devel- opment would lessen to an appreciable degree the tension between the two countries. It has been pointed out that the overshadOWing issue is the German submarine campaign and that any oth- CT controversy must be considered as or minor consequence.
 There also was much gratificatio here over a report from Ambassador
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Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
WITH PEACE GuMMER|NG AND BREAK EFFECTIVE GERMAN
 PEOPLE PRESENT SOL|D FRONT

ion has become a pressing problem, es- pecially during the last few weeks.
 From these Americans, some of whom have had exceptional Vp9ortun
 ties to study internal conditions in Germany, the following information, representative of their generally eX- pressed his views. has been obtained:
 The attitude of the German people became more of a problem when the break with America occurred, not, be- cause of any overwhelming majority opposed to the break. but because it followed so closely on the heels of the windspread peace talk. coming at d time when the yearning for cessation of hostilities had lately received such enormous impetus. There exists in Germany a cynical though not disloyal minority which frankly believes the peace offer was not made in the ex- , pectation that peace would be brought about, but for the purpose of hearten- ing a large but only potential danger ous stratum of the population which is tired of war. This section has been antagonized by the unsilencable ana uncomfortable pan-German element , which has clamored for the annexation of everything thus far conquered, or at least for very material increases in territory.
 Although naturally unorganized. this stratum is very extensive. It has taken the attitude that the war and the causes thereof are none of it's affair and that annexations would he of doubtful vallie A majority of this el- ement is indifferent whether Belgium is retained or returned It longs with increasing anxiety for peace. The growing opinion that Germany cannot hope to obtain all that is de- sired by the extremists and the pas sionate desire to have it all over with out any reasonable basis and to get the members of the families back home has brought into being in the last few months a more or less powerful peace party The cynics argue that the gov ernment. recognizing the existence of this faction, decided on a moderate peace offer which. if accepted, would please the peace advocates even though not entirely placating the pan Ger mans; while if rejected the result would be unification of the people and obliteration of the chasm between the | peace faction and the pam Germans. l Whether the cynicS were right or wrong, in regard to the motives oi | the government, the peace move l brought about unification to a de- ] gree probably beyond the utmost {, hoped for. The German people today are as united as at no other time since August, 1914 They have the
 utmost faith that the submarines
 will force England to her knees. They
 are permeated with the conviction
 that 'unneutraT' America already l has done everything possible to in
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
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HALIFAX, N. s. Feb. 17.-Count von Bernstorff, former German ambassador to the United States, and members of his party homeward bound on the Scandinavian American steamer Fred erick VIII, had a comparatively quiet time aboard ship in British waters here today.
 The monotony of the enforced stay was relieved somewhat when a batch of American newspapers was taken aboard, to be eagerly read by the count
 It was learned that the examination of the Frederick's cargo was well un- der way tonight. Some of the inspec- tors intimated that it might require a
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
MURDERED HORIZONS AT REST AND THREE NEW NAMES ON LIST
 OF MEXICAN BANDIT VICTIMS
VILLA NOW REPORTED
 ON HIS WAY TO JAPAN

days His object was not disclosed in any of these stories, which were received here both by mining men and government agents.
 It is certain, however, that no di- rect evidence of Villas whereabouts have been obtainable in weeks. Re ports, even those given out by his local junta, have jumped him over various parts of Chihuahua regard less of time or space. Carranza of ficers and officials have for some weeks admitted frankly they were baffled
 News was received here tonight that the Mexican Central railroad is now operating south of Chihuahua City to Mexico City. Recent fighting in Lower California along this line, ac- cording to Carranza reports, was not with bands led by Villa, as hoped, but by lesser chiefs. Salazar is in command of the rebels in the country recently evacuated by Pershng, ac- cording to all reports
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
Optimistic In Havana

HAVANA, Feb. 17.-Optimism over the revolutionary outbreak in the east ern provinces continues in government circles. The military forces of the gov ernment will attempt to crush Gen lose Miguel Gomez, the leader, in the province of Camaguey, by attacking him from all sides. Later, it is expected the government roops will move on Santiago, where everything is reported quiet.
 The United Fruit steamer Tenadores arrived here today with eighty tourists on board
 The Cuban state department has re- ceived a cablegram from a number of Cubans in New York saying that they are willing to fight for the government.
 General Agremonte has reinforced the Havana police by arming eight hundred special constables. The gen. eral staff of the Cuban army today is sued an order granting indulgence to all deserters from the army who sur render now.
 local newspaper, La Noche says there is talk in the palace that no for eign interference with respect to the
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Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
Amh-Death Penalty BiU
 Passes the Colorado House

ities commission was passed by the house by a vote of 42 to 20. The meas ure is said to be virtually the same as that passed by the last legislature and vetoed by Governor Carlson.
 The senate was not in session today.
 Fight over the prohibition measures is scheduled for the upper house Mon day when the senate convenes. It was said at the state house today that an agreement had been reached whereby the. "bone dry" bill would be submitted to a popular statewide vote and that bill further restricting the use of liquor would be adopted in it's place The senate adjourned yesterday without reaching any agreement.
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
BROTHERS OF CUBAN CHIEF
 MADE PRISONER
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 SANTIAGO Cuba. Feb. 17.-When Liberal forces took possession of the sugar mill at Palma Soriano. owned by President Menocal today. they captured two brothers of the president. The Menocal brothers wil Se brought nere for safe keeping.
 The Cuban gunboat Enrique Niiiu- endas which reached the harbor here late yesterday is being detained by the United States gunboat Petrol in ac- cordance with the agreement signed by the commander of the Petrol and Major Lorret De Mola, the military governor fo the province. The com mander of the Enrique Villuendas. not knowing the situation here. came ashore and was arrested Later he was surrendered to the custody of Com mander Knox of the Petrol, who re- turned him to his ship.
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
Minister Slalm, When Cxuzed
 Mar Tries Killing Family

that Anderson hid in a room and that when Mrs. Zahn entered, he opened fire. She fell dangerously wounded Her oaushter-in-law ran to the room and was shot. MT. Bufford, passing with his family ran into the house and Anderson killed him instantly.
 w. J. Zahn, who conducts a business near the railroad, wrested from Ander- son one of two pistols he was using and shot the man down. Zahn was arrested and is being held for exam ination.
 MT. Buford, who came here five years ago from Louisville, Ky. was 42 years old
 Mrs NJ Zahn died at q hospital to- night.
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
MAY BRING PRINT PAPER MEN ID TIME
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WASHINGTON. Feb. 17,-Personai action by President Wilson to restore normal prices of print paper and a special session of congress to pass remedial legislation confronted print paper manufacturers, it became known today. before they gave up their fight against the governments attempt to restore normal conditions in the trade.
 The presidents intentions were placed before the manufacturers by Secretary McAdoo who told them thai the administration did not intend to see an alleged monopoly through extortion- ate prices place greater restraints or the press than the government itself was empowerd to place. At the same time the federal grand jury in New York was preparing to bring indict mentS.
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
BERNSTORFF ATHALIFAX

week or more to complete the examina tion.
 There was a stir along the water front during the afternoon over reports that Hans Tauscher and Wolf von Igel, indicted in the United States some time ago for an alleged attempt to destroy the Welland canal would be taken off the Frederik under orders from Lon don. Admiralty authorities declared such reports were without foundation.
 The port authorities declared again, however, that none of Fredericks pas sengers would be permitted to land while the vessel remained in port.
 Reports from the ship indicated all were accepting their situation with cheerfulness, although Countess Bern storff was said to be suffering from a slight nervous attack
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
.HETTy GREEN AVOIDED CRANKS
 BY ADOPTION IF MANY ALIASES

Of Mrs. Greens social life her son said:
 My mother was not much given to social life. My mother was nothing but business. business. business"
 Coolnel Green said his mother never owned any furniture or household eff fleets in New York although she spent a great part of her time in this city at tending to her financial investments.
 Colonel Green said his mother was born a Quaker, but was baptized into the Protestant Episcopal church. He said he retains his residence in Texas and votes there,
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
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FL PASO, Texas Feb. 17.-Fran cisco Villa, whose movements have been a mystery to his enemies as well asto the mass Of his followers, has mace his way to the west coast and embarked for Japan, according to W. l.. Crawford, a well known cattleman of Dallas, and a former Texas ranger. who says his source of information is one of Villas most trusted agents and a man personally known to him to be reliable
 Villa is said to have travelled to the coast in disguise and got safelr aboard a ship in MaZatlan and now is three weeks at sea.
 Various versions of story that Villa informed his leaders of his in tention to absent himself for three months and to return with news that would make his followers throw their hats into the air with joy, have been reaching the border the past few
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
HAS HUSBAND ACT
 AS HER BEST MAN

CHICAGO. Feb. Charged with bigamous marriage to c. F. Berthelson, a contractor of Clear Lake. Iowa, to whom it is said she was married with her first hus-
 band serving as best man under the guise of being her step brother, Mrs. Edith Berthelson, known also under the name of Bernsdorf, was brought to Chicago from Detroit tonight. Berthelson came to Chi cago several days ago to prosecute.
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BERNE. Switzerland Feb. IT. tVia
 Paris) (From a staff correspondent of the Associated Press.) There is no doubt in the minds of Americans who have come to Switzerland from Ger many since the severance of diplomatic relations between Berlin and Wash ington that the German public today presents a solid front Any danger of serious internal disturbance such as has been hinted at in publications out side of Germany is regarded as being as remote as it was many months ago. Nevertheless the state of public opin-
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ATLANTA, Ga, Feb. 17.-Secreting himself in the home of his mother -in- law, where his wife had been living since their separation, Claude Ander- son, recently released from the state hospital for the insane, tonight shot and killed the Rev. Gaston E. Buford seriously wounded Mrs M. Zahn. his wlfe's mother slightly wounded Mrs w. J. Zahn and was himself killed by w. J. Zahn.
 Mr. Buford, pastor of the Moore Me morial Presbyterian church, had rushed into the house when he heard the shots and screams of the wounded women. Mrs. Anderson told the police
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
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DENVER, Colo. Feb. 17.-Represen- tative Evangeline Heartz' bill abolish ing the death penalty in Colorado passed third reading in the house of representatives and now goes to the state senate for approval. The vote was 35 to 27
 A final effort to defeat the measure was made by Representative Cross White on the ground that the measure lis unconstitutional. His motion to strike out the enaeting clause was de- feated B to 27.
 The Rogers Mishou bill granting ad- Iditional power to the state public util-
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
TINY TOT BURNS IN CRIB;
 GRANDMOTHER FALLS DEAD

SIOUX CITY, la. Feb. 17.-F'ire in d cradle in the home of MT. and Mrs. Richard Marksbury, where their three year old daughter was asleep, caused the child's death and a few minutes later was responsi- ble for the death of the child's grandmother Mrs. Nora Connolly The latter fell dead when she gazed at the charred remains of the child.
Arizona republican., 1917-02-18
ADMITS HE WAS ORDERED n
 PUT BOAT 0UT IF COMMISSION

thereby and particularly as the reply might be of momentous importance to the witness.
 The Kronprinzessin Cecilie was bound from New York for Plymouth and Cherbourg when ner commander was warned that war had been de- clared
 He turned back and found refuge at Bar Harbor Maine. On board the steamer was gold shipped by the Guaranty Trust company and the 1 National City Bank of New York .to Continued on page two)