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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
TOTAL TREASURY
RECEIPTS SINCE JULY |
OVER SEVEN BILLIONS

Washington, Dec. 3.-Funds reaching
the treasury today raised the total re-
ceipts during the present fiscal year or
since July l. to s7,1S5,00Q01. Of this only
$4,000 900 came from the ordinary sources
OF revenue nearly all the balance being
derived from the sale of Liberty bonds or
certificates Of Indebtedness
Receipts from the Second Liberty Loan
have been s., 134 ,o00001 or about 20 per cent
Of the 3,SOS0UUt00 total, although only
about 20 per cent. was due and additional
large receipts are still reaching the treas
ury daily. The balance of s1,074o 900, 900 is
due in two payments of 40 per cent each
Dec. u and Jan II. Nearly $500 600 eco or
the Liberty Loan receipts since Nov. 10
are believed to be III certificates.
Disbursements since July l have been
$500, 100000. Of which slS31 100000 was ordi-
nary government expense, mainly for the
war: 2.o79 100000 constituted actual pay
,ments to the Allies on credits previously
authorized, ani sl,656 100000 was for the
redemption of certificates of Indebtedness
issued in anticipation Of receipts from the
Second Liberty Loan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
DEFENSE UNDER WAY
IN MEANS TRIAL

Concord, \. C.. Dec. 3.-The prosecution
in the trial 'of CASTOR Means. charged
with the murder OF Mrs Maud A King
suddenly rested its case today after pre-
senttng further evidence to show that
Means had misused Mrs. Kings estate for
his own benefit which is relied upon TO
show motive for murder. The defense
was taken by surprise.
l.. A Wellington. the undertaken who
prepared the body OF Mrs. King for bur-
ial, and his assistant. was the first wit
ness for the defense and testified that d
ally across Mrs. Kings left hand, run
ming from a point near the knuckle joint
to the fOretinger.
W. c. Means. lawyer and father Of the
defendant. testified to circumstances just
before and after the killing Of Mrs. King
and swore that Mrs. King suggested that
the party "tGL.e the rifle and the little
pistol on the fatal target practice excur-
sion
DR.. J. Hartsell of Concord expressed the
opinion a person could self-infiict, with a
pistol like that in the possession of Mrs.
King wound with the characteristics
OF THOSE found in Mrs Kings head.
Dr. II. L. Wilder of Charlotte. who quail
fled as an expert on pistol wounds de-
clared that in his opinion a person could
self-infict the type Of wound found In
Mrs Kings head.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
AMERICAN TROOPS IN
THEORETICAL BATTLE

With the American Army in France,
Dec. 3.-(By the Associated Press. On
the frozen, snow-covered hills of this sec
ton Of France. portions of the first Amer.
lean division of American troops tonight
engaged N a theoretical battle. One "ar-
my dug itself in on a hill crest where it
was discovered by the enemy scouts
and aerial observers. Then the artillery
bombarded the dug-in men. The entire
operation was realistic, even to the ar
tllery firing, no blank shells being avail
able
Elaborate preparations have been made
to receive Col. Edward NJ. House. Gener-
ad Tasker II. Bliss and other members OF
the American contingent TO the inter
allied conference. who are expected to
visit the American army. Accompanied
by Gen. Pershing the party will reach a
divisional headquarters town on spe
clal train in the afternoon and will be
met BY an honor guard Of one regiment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
Escaped from State Penitentiary

Joliet. H., Dec. 3.-Thirteen conrlcts
escaped from the state peniteutiary
here early today by breaking through
into unconsciOusness.
The guards on the penitentiary wall
fred many shots at the fleeing con-
Victs but owing to darkness it is not
believed any were hit
A posse has started in pursuit of the
prisoners.
The IS men were in solitary confinement
for having caused disturbances last week
in the cell houses. To escape they had 10
break out of their individual cells. then
saw through two barred doors and finalll,
through a heavy steel door which leads
into the solitary from the prison cor
ridor.
Albert Chanelli, guard stationed just
inside the steel door, was beaten into un-
consciousness. but his cries summoned
John Carlson, night captain of the guard.
who also was beaten into unconscious
ness. The 10 men then climbed the Is
foot wall at the east gate
Guards with rifles in the two towers
nearest the gate saw the men disappear
over the wall and fired at them.
Warden Murphy stated that the men
could not have escaped without assistance
or connivance Of somebody about the
prison.
Three Or the men were serving life sen,
fences
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
SEVEN SMUGGLERS
PLEAD GUILTY

New York. Dec. 3.-Seven smugglers o.
rubber. precious stones, chemicals med
icnes and jewelers. saws in Illegal com
merce between Germans and the Ufitei
States pleaded guilty in the federal cour;
in Brooklyn today and will be sentenced
on Friday Three others alreadys had
made the same plea and Eve more are ye:
to be tried.
A majority OF the defendants who wer.
arrested last September. were sailors on
Belgian relief steamships, One, Lewis
Tfnk, who pleaded guilty TO-DAY was pro-
prietor Of sailors boarding house here
The smuggling was done by way OF Ho!-
land, the rubber going to Germany and
the other articles aeemiHg to the United
States
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
NEED HOMES FOR GIRLS
IN WAR WORK CENTERS

Nelrosc, Mass. Dec. 3.-"Girls are
heing thrown so precipitately into cen
ters where there are munition plants
ANA uniform factories they have been
forced To occupy the same bed in three
shifts OF eight hours because of a lack
of houSinE." declared Miss Irene Brad
iey hrmcs. at meeting in the in
tercsts Of the Young Moments Chris
tan Association War fund here to-
night
''Wc have learned through one Of
our secretaries" she continued. "of a
-jfl who went to work in one of these
rtrtoricS and her first night in the
,,.ununlt, was passed IN a cab in a
Livery stable. There was not a room
a. lac had IN town"
Miss Nrmes said that with the War
Work Fund 10 demonstration hotels
ouId he built where girls would be
plrasafitlN situated and offered good
wholesome food at low cost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
GOVERNMENT ASKS
FREE HAND IN
THE WORKSHOPS

Boston. Dec. $40 produce the en-
ormous amount of goods needed in this
country because of the war the gov
eminent must have free hand in the
workshops and the business of luxury
may be ruined for the time being"
said Frank \. Nanderlip. president of
the National City Bank of New York,
in an address here tonight
Mr.. Vanderlip, in his capacity of
chairman Of the National War Saw
ings committee, spoke before a large
gathering of prominent bankers and
business men at the opening of the
campaign to distribute the states
share of the war savings stamps and
certificates.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
A. P. A. SUBSIDIARY
FILES VOLUNTARY
BANKRUPTCY PLEA

New York, Dec. 3.-The American
Press Association, West Virginia
corporation, organized in 1906, filed a
voluntary petition in bankruptcy today,
its schedule showing liabilities of more
than $L100,o0O, chiefly on account of a
judgment obtained by the American
Trcss Association, incorporated in New
York. The assets are s9026
The West Virginia corporation was
In the nature of a subsidiary of the
New York company and the financial
standing of the latter organization is
rot impaired by the proceedings. it
was said by Charles A. Brodek, attor-
ney for the American Press Associa-
ton Of New York
The American Press Association of
West Virginia. Mr. Brodek explained.
was organized as an operating com
b9ny for the American Press Associa-
ton of New York. Recently the latter
transferred its news service business
tC the Western Newspaper Union and
now confines its activities to acting as
an advertising clearing house for
country newspapers
When it was decided TO wind up the
affairs Of the West Virginia corpora
ton the American Press Association
Of New York transferred its claim for
funds advanced and for office rental
10 ono Jacques Farjeon. who obtained
judgment il the supreme court at
BROOKLYN a week ago. He allowed the
use If his name in order that the utri-
Gals Of the New York corporation
might not be obliged to bring suit
against themselves as officials Of the
West Virginia corporation
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
HELPED ALLIES TO
STEM ONSLAUGHT

With the British Army in France,
Saturday, Dec. l.-OBy the Associated
Press - American army engineers,
working in the region of Gouzeaucourt
joined the fl hitting ranks of their Brit
ish Allies Yesterday and helped them
stem the onslaught which resulted in
Gouzeaucourt being enveloped for
time.
Many of the Americans We're caught
in the German turning movement
about Gouzeaucourt and only escaped
death or capture by lying concealed for
hours in shell holes until the British
had succeeded in pushing the invaders
back. Hundreds of others We're sub
jected to tremendous shellfire from en-
envy artillery and great quantities of
gas shells We're thrown in tn territory
where they We're working.
Many of the engineers seized rifles
and fought side by side with the Tom
mics throughout the bitter day and
many scores of Americans last night
were armed and sent forward as vol
unteers to do patrol duty in the zone
before which Il large army of Ger
mans was encamped.
Several American units working in
the back areas yesterday came under
very heavy shelltire as the German at
tack progressed. The American engi-
neers in this sector have for a long
time been hoping for a chance to get
into real fighting and from all ac-
counts they enjoyed their experiences
of yesterday immensely.
The experiences of these men and
of those who were caught behind the
German advance. probably surpassed
anything which the eXpeditionary force
on the American front vet has encoun-
tered in the way of actual lighting.
One British general. in conversation
with the correspondent tonight. spoke
in the most glowing terms of the in
valuable services rendered by the en-
gineers.
"One cannot bestow any praise that
is too high" he remarked emphati-
cally.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
BAD ROADS CANCEL
Review OF 18TH

Aver Mass. Dec. 3-The general re-
view Of the 10th division o. the National
Army, planned for today. was cancelled
because Of the frozen condition of the
roads at Camp Devens. Assistant Secre-
tary OF War Benedict Crowell. Major
General John l.. Chamberlain, inspector
general. and the division staff, watched
the maneuvers Of one battalion of the
$50 Infantry in field drill snd the massed
bayonet drill by a company OF the 3O2i
Infantry The other units lined up before
their barracks for inspection as the party
toured the cantonment in automobiles
Several OF the barracks and the base hos
pitfalls were looked over by the visitors.
Later Secretary Crowel addressed the
officers OF the division at the Y. NJ c. A
headquarters.
There were few visitors at the camp out
side the official party.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
SEEK DECISION
Germans Cannot Under
go Much Lo n g e r
Strain of Trench War
fare Says Bakers Re-
view

Washington. Dec. 3.-An effort by
the Germans TO bring on decisive en-
gagement on the western front is sug-
gested in the war departments review
of military operations for the week
ending Dec. l, issued tonight by Secre-
tary Baker.
The outst -nding feature of the gen.
eral military situation today" says the
review, lis to be found in eVer-in-
creasing mobility of action of the
forces engaged
1T seems that a decision is being
sought by the enemy, who realizes that
he cannot endure for a much longer
period the strain Of trench warfare
imposed .by the Allies in the West.
The closing of the Swiss frontier
for two W. ks may indicate that the
enemy is transporting large forces,
both men and guns. to the vest
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
ON WIDE FRONT
Germans Make Second
Thrust at British
Onslaught Firmly Met at All Points in
Gonnelieu section-Germans Were
Elected from La Vacquerie-Attack
Of Great Fiereeness

With the British Army in France,
Dec. 3.-(By The Associated Press.)
Employing great forces OF infantry
In succeeding waves under terrific ar
tillery concentration, the Germans to-
day made a second attempt to pierce
the British dofenses in the Gonnelieu
sector. The British strongly reinforced
were meeting the onslaught firmly at
al points. according 10 latest reports
at O'Clock this afternoon.
The battle was along considerable
front. from La NaCquerie southwark
toward Nendhuile. The Germans sue
cecded in entering La Nacquerie but
were Immediately elected.
In the course Of the day the attack
spread northward toward Masnieres. 1t
was ono ~ tremendous fierceness.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
KILL ALL OFFICERS
Mutinous German u
Boat Grew Surrenders
to American Warship

An Atlantic Port Dec. "A story of
mutiny on board "A German submarine
resulting in the killing of all the OFF,
GERS and the surrender of the crew
to an American warship was told here
today by an enlisted man Of the United
States navy just returned from France.
According to the story, the Germans
said they had been sent on two
months service but had been out three
months and that rations were so short
and conditions aboard the submarine
so bad they could stand it no longer.
After they had disposed of the Off
GERS. a white flag was broken out and
the men waited until the American
ship ran alongside
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
Brooks Wooi5

A charmlnG bat uuict Wedding n,s
solemniZed MCnGaN rNcnin- at 81
o'clock at. the home Of the hrijc ; bar.
ents, Mr.. and n $. A. t.! Woods Il
Morrill, avenue. WHOM tHc.r taughter
Marion Irene. beca.r" tllc bride #
Lieut.. James Strothard Brooks
The ceremony took place IL lie par.
lors of'-the home beneath q hcantiM
evergreen arch from. which suSpended
a large white marriage bell, DccDra,
tons of chrySanthemumS and pinhs
added much To the general appearance
of the rooms Rev. tharlcs +. Rob
inson, pasto;' Of the toncrccatioHal
church was the officiating clergyman
Promptly at O'Clock. TIE bridal
party marched to- u position heneata
tire arch, To the strains of The Wei.
ding march. which Was hcaUifuli}
rendered by Ray Floyd Of Bangor. a
fraternity brother Of tho groom at the
University Of Maine. The hride was
attended by hcr cousin. Miss Marjoria
Cimpher while Russell Mace Of Aur.
ora. a Phi k4Apa Sigma man Of the
University ot@Maine Vas the hes
man. The flower girl was airline
Woods, a younG sister Of tie bride
who preceded the bridal party Strew-
ing roses and pinks in their patti from
handsome basket which she carried
with exceeding grace.
The bride was beautifully attircl IN
a gown of blue net over SILVER cloth
the bodice being deliberately trimmed
with heavy silver lace. while sh0G
pannierS of the same lace with deep
Fittings of the net made a charnil;
finish to the skirt. at the sides. A vel
of rich lace arranged in cap fashm
and reachin., to the IIcm of her skin
was worn by the bride and a beautifu
bouquet of bride roses completed her
costume. The bridesmaid was gown
ed in pink satin trimmed with silver
lace and carried white roses.
The groom, erect and Soldierly IN his
bearing. was ia the fun uniform Of b
lieutenant Of the United States army
and a flag draped II the back of tie
arch made fitting setting for the
wedding party.
Following the ceremony, refresh.
ments- were served. the Misses Pris.
ella and Lena Clark Of Bangor, coq.
sins of q. the bride. presiding al TIE
punch table, while her aunt, Mrs, john
l.. Clark Of Bangor. had charge Of tn.
ice cream and cake
Guests AT the wedding Included M
and Mrs. ~ NJ. Brooks Of Brewer
parents OF rnc groom, Rartlett Brooks
of Bangor. uncle 81 tho groom: Ray
FLOYD and SfapleC pipIaN ~ T,1ru9r
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
ARTILLERY ACTIONS
ON ITALIAN FRONT

|,pr1,. pcc. , The whole front of
fh" u@httuG Yesterday was very linn
t''I SAYS IRE official communication
ii"rr Ii'uau headquarters today.
L.tGn 'ncmN forces reported. in a
uu' cmcui along their lines of com
uuu,al.au on the Asiago plateau and
between the }reuta and the Pave kept
nu' rI range II our batteries. There
w',' intense and prolonged artillery
artuu- At nasuhlo, III the Meletta re-
et"u. and on the slope north Of Monte
Graph Na~su
Effective concentrations Of fire We're
directed hy us against the enemy
troop in \o- Valley ana on the south
'u 'l"pos IL Monte Pertica., Enemy
ratr , vith machine guns We're put
NJ rI.ht AZ Ioutc Tondarecar and in
the NWicncr1 o. ZION. ON the plain
81 r,nvc We captured some enemy
hoot- near FaEare."
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monia. She was born in New Orleans
So years ago.
she attracted public attention in
New York in 1895, when she organized
a crusade against women bicycle rid
ers. OF late years she had devoted
much time to the uplift of the work
ing girl and appeared before legisia-
tive committee in behalf Of bill to
tax bachelors. She was presidents of
the Woman's Homestead Association,
the Woman's Board of Trade and the
Moman's Rescue League.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
Surprise for Col. Boothby

Hon. +. +. Boothby wa very hapnf,
surprised at his home on upper CoI
lege avenue Monday whsn the famu,
which included several house guess,
gathered around the table for the eve,
ming meal. to find an elaborate hirb.
DAY cake decorated with candles PLACED
there in honor of his End BIRTHDAY
Col. Boothhy also received some Yer,
handsome flowers and many words q.
felicitatio1 or the happy event, Ther
was no attempt at celebration hut n,
affair was a spontaneous thought Or
the part of the guests III the houa
who were: Mr., and Mrs. Frank |
Thayer OF Brocktou. Mrs. Rebecrs
Blabon of Philadelphia and Mrs A. Z
Webb of Port and.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
WAR Dept APPROVES
.CADUE'S EXECUTION

Washington. Dec. 3.-The execution
Of Frank Cadue of the infantry. for the
rape and murder of a seven-year old
French girl in France, on Nov. 10, has
been approved by the War Depart
ment.
Cadue was hanged after sentence by
military courtmartial. instead of be-
ing shot. as had previously been said.
The record Of the trial says he con-
fessed to the crime and pleaded that,
being under the influence Of liquor lie
did not know What he was doing.
In reviewing the case the War De
partment considers that military law
has been complied With in every re-
spect. Cadues was the first case of its
kind To occur in the American army
abroad.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
: WEEKS WRESTLING
TOURNAMENT STARTED

New York. Dec 3.-An international
catch as catch wrestling tourna :
yeut started here tonight to determine
tho champions at that style of mat
work Wladek Zhyszko of Poland threw
GEORGE Mannich Of Serbia in two min
utes and - seconds with body hold.
Dr Il. +. Roller of Rochester threw
Tom NCDcrmott Of Ireland In 26 min
utes and Is seconds with wrist lock
and body scissors. George Bothner.
former worlds lightweight wrestling
champion. refereed. The tournament
VIII continue about three weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
CONTROL OF
SILVER PRICE PLANNED

Washington. Dec. 3.-Pressing needs of
this country and the Allies for govern
ment control of the market for American
Silver at a fixed price. probably above the
present market rate Of 81 cents ounce,
is contemplated,
jewelers., manufacturers OF destistry
and optical supplies and other silver user,
would continue TO receive supply prob.
ably at the standard price. Great Bri-
tain and France particularly need silve>
for coinage and it Il planned to distribute
an equitab Bile portion Of the American ou1-
put to them
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
FIRST SHELL CASE
Fired on Western Front
Is Presented to Presi-
dent Wilson

Washington. Dec 3.-The shell case
which held the first Shot fired by the
American artillerymen on the western
front was presented TO President Will
son today by the party of Congress-
men who recently made an unofficial
visit to the battlefields. They also
conveyed greetings from KING Albert
and President Poincare.
Each member of the party has a shell
case from the first bombardment. The
first one was saved for President Will
son, the second for General Pershing.
the THIRD for General Sibert. and those
fired after the first three We're dis
trbuted among the party.
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FATHER AND SON
Charged with Selling
Liquor to Soldiers and
Sailors

New York, Dec. 3.-Jacob Grabb,
proprietor of Germania hall, one Of the
New Rochelle places, entered Saturday
night by the federal agents in prosecu-
ton of an anti-vice raid. and his son,
Herman. We're indicted today by the
United States grand jury on the charge
of selling liquor TO soldiers and sail
ors.
Young girls were found at various re-
sorts in the company OF service men
and moral conditions were generally
SO bad United States Marshal McCar-
thy said today, that they could not
have fourished without the collision
of the New Rochelle authorities.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1917-12-04
CONSIpER PLANS
TO CONSERVE coal.

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z TEAMS TIED
IN BICYCLE RACE

New York. Dec. 4.-Thrteen teams
remained intact in the six days BIZ
cycle race at Madison Square Garden
this morning. At 1920 o'clock it was
announced that the Spencer brothers.
Arthur and Willie. of Toronto. Can
ada, had retired from the race. They
had Won 10 out Of 20 spirits for special
cash prizes.
AT midnight Il pairs We're tied with
scores of 400 miles, laps, Madonna
and Bello, who lost one lap shortly
after the start. We're still that dis
lance behind.
At l A. NJ. the end Of the 25th hour.
IL teams We're tied with 1856 miles and
eight laps, Granda leading.