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Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
MORE TROOPSH|PS
WILL Be PROVIDED
High-Speed Engines Are to Be
Installed Wherever
Possible.
ORDERS GIVEN TO RUSH WORK
Schwab to Give His Entire At
tention to Greater Pro-
duction.
ORDERS GIVEN TO RUSH WORE

WASHINGTON. May l9.-Every ship
suitable foi carrying troops to France.
whether originally Intended so or not,
is to be fitted out with the necessary
high speed engines to make II trans
port.
The remark OF President Wilson as
the opening Of the Red Cross drive in
New York, Why limit our army to
five million ncn?" was not SO much an
expression OF hope as a reflection of
preparation for colossal army in
France as quickly as ships can get
them there.
The United States Shipping Board,
It was learned tonight, has ordered
every troop ship in every stage Of con-
struction rushed and has given orders
to change the program wherever pos.
sble to turn ships out as transports
instead Of cargo carriers.
That was the reason L~.Tnu the
boards request to the Navy Depart
ment, through General Goethals. for
some OF the turbine engines made for
the new destroyers. 1t was thought by
Edward y. Hurley that the War De-
partmcnt could get the transports its
new army plans call for by putting
these high horse power engines in
suitable ships not now equipped for
rushing troops to Europe.
Mr Hurley said tonight. however,
that Secretary Daniels's refusal to
give up any OF the destroyer turbines
Tor transports would not handicap an
preciably the new policy of concen-
tFating on transport production. Sec
retary Daniels explained that the new
destroyers were needed even more than
troop ships to keep the sea lane safe
for the ships already plying the sub
marine zones.
PRESIDENT MAY TAKE
HAND IN NEW DISPUTE
Whether the President interyepes
TO nave the Shipping Boards request
granted. as has been intimated as nos
sioie' the quick increase Of troop shjns
WIZ suffer no great delay, Mr.. Hurley
said, even with the engine building
admittedly behind hull production.
with every energy concentrated on
this type of ship and the engines for
H. and with Mr.. Schwab giving his
personal attention TO the immediate
heeo or placing no obstacle or limit
70 the sending of a constant stream Of
soldiers to Franco, the Shipping Board
is confident of meeting the Presidents
expectations.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
MYSTERIOUS FIRE WRECKS
SOUTHERN STEEL PLANT
Damage VIII Aggregate $500. 900, md
Munitions Output VIII he
CurtafIed

BIRMINGHAM. ALA, May 19.--Tbe
sulphuric acid plant OF tho Steel Cities
chemical Company. near Ensley, was
destroyed by fire to-day. The value of
the plant was about 100000. and its
output was consumed by three or four
companies which manufacture munl-
tohs. Culpeper Exum is president Of
the company.
me cause OF the fire had not been
determined tonight. though. there
were many rumors that 1t was Of in
cendfary origin Firemen worked for
more than three hours to control the
blaze. but only part OF the plant was
saved.
President EXum. OF the company. Is
en- route to New York. having left
Birmingham last night
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
King George Writes
of Red Cross Work

LONDON. May 1O.-Thc follow Ing
letter from I<inS George TO Prssi-
dent Wilson was rnnds public to-
night:
"Io the President OF the United
states of Ansricn:
"On the eve OF the second appeal
which the American Red Cross is
about 10 make for funds with which
10 cnrry Oh its work of mercy, 1
thank you in the name OF my people
for the assistance already offered
the sick and wounded OF the allied
countries.
"My heartfelt wish IL that the re-
suits OF this new appeal mny enable.
the Red Cross OF America, side nv
nidc with our own organization and
those of the allied countries, .uc-
ccnsfuny to cnrry out the great hu-
mnne mission imposed upon n. bv
the gigantic war, such us the ,yo,Id
hns never known.
"Thc uncxnmplcd muninccucc of
Amrrica's nrst response provided n
noble record In charitable effort, md
feel sure her Eenerou.-henrted pco-
pic VIII again respond to the extent
fhnt the resources Of your rrent
country alone can command.
"GEORGE. II -
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
FoRTY-FoUR TONS OF BOMBS
ARE DROPPED nv ERrNf.

PAR1S. May 1s.-To- nights French
Official communique says that thirty.
eight enemy machines have been
brought down in the past twenty-four
hours and forty-four tons OF bombs
were dropped in the enemy zone
The text OF the day communiqua fol-
lows:
There was artillery activity by both
sides In the region north OF the Avre
Our patrols took prisoners In the
Hangard sector
Enemy surprise attacks toward the
lower Aillette and in the Argonne aud
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
DEMAND REVOCATION
Cornell Clnss Asks Trustees Take De.
Erees From David Starr
Jordan.

ITHACA. n. Y, May ia resolution
calling upon the trustees Of Cornell
University TO revoke the certificate oS
graduation and the degrees conferred
upon David Starr Jordan. chancellor
OF Leland Stanford University, was
adopted by the Cornell class OF 1873
at its forty-ffth reunion to-day.
The adoption was unan.r.scus. The
call for this drastic action is predicated
on DR.. Jordan's attitude on the war
DR.. Jordan is the recipient OF sew
eral degrees from his alma mater.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
SUNDAY ENDS CHICAGO DRIVE
Free-Will Offering OF Over $4,000 VIII
Go to aIission Where EvanGcIist
Was Converted.

CHICAGO. May 19.-The Billy Sun
day evangelist campaign, in progress
hero the past ten weeks, closed to-
day. Traii-hitters were estimated at
$4,000 and the free will Offering to Mr..
Sunday at $4,000 to $4,000. The Gar
den Mission. where Sunday was con-
verted over thirty years ago, will be
given the entire free-will offerings, as
by the evangelist before the
campaign started.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
KENTUCKY FLYER DROPS
INTO TWO AUTOMOBILES
Machine Goes Into Tail Spin After
He Completes Exhibition
for Red Cross.
[By Associated Prcss.l


FULTON, KY. May 19,-Lieutenant
Joseph Dawsan. of Parkfeld. near
Memphis. Tenn, was severely injured
late to-day when he fell 1900 feet
in an army biplane. landing on two
automobiles and a wagon in the streets
Of this city.
The fall came after Lieutenant Daw-
son, who was here in the interest Of
the Red Cross campaign. had executed
two loops and was coming out of the
second. his machine going into a tail
spin.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
street Cnr. AM Crn.h.

DETROIT. MICH. May 1s.-Three
persons were fatally injured and fif-
teen others cut by flying glass. when
two crowded street cars crashed head
on in the .downtowh. section here late
this afternoon. Little hopo, for the
recovery OF those seriously injured is
held out, lssl : s I, 3,
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
POLICE DOGS PERISH
CANNES Valued Mt sc5.O0o DESTROYED In
Meadowbrook Ken
ncl~

HEMPSTEAD. y. Y. May 19.-Seven
Belgian police dogs. valued at over
$4,000, perished In a fire. which de-
stroyed the Meadowbrook Kennels,
owned by Mrs. Leo Wanner. One of
the dogs. valued at $4,000. had seen
service In France. had been wounded,
and was sent to America to lid In the
Red Cross drive some months ago.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
supreme Court 10 Rcsume.

WASHINGTON, May 19.-After a two
weeks recess. the Supreme Court will
render opinions tomorrow and then
recess until Juno 3. The court will
adjourn for the term June 10.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
PRISONERS SHIPPED OUT
Vessel Carrying Seventy-Three sirn
Feiners Leaves kingstown for
H0lyhcnd, wnIes.

LONDON. May ia vessel carrying
seventy-three Sim Fein prisoners left
Kingstown. Ireland. last evening, says
a Dublin dispatch to the Central News
Agency. 1t Is understood the shin is
proceeding to Holyhead, Wales. A
large crowd cheered as the ship de-
parted. but the demonstrations were
dispersed quietly.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
AFFIDAVITS TELL OF
CONFERENCE WITH JACOBS

CONFERENCE WITH JACOBS
The charges made in the afiidavits
accuse Waller and Gordon Smith Of
having visited a. Jacobs, who had
threatened to "squeal" about the loss
of some liquor which he is alleged TO
have claimed had been stolen by his
confederates. In an afidavit. Allen
and Frayser state that they were at
one end of the hall while Smith and
Waller were in earnest conference
with Jacobs. When questioned about
their presence in conference with
Jacobs. Waller testifles in his afidavit
that he and Smith were trying to ar
range some peaceful settlement be-
tween Price and Jacobs.
Although the language of the affl-
davits furnished BY Allen and Frayser
and the affidavit sworn to by Waller
are said to vary in certain important
particulars. Mayor Ainslie last night
admitted that this Is practically the
entire contents of the evidence in his
possession. 1t Is understood that con-
ferences between the Mayor. Commits
sioner of Prohibition and Common
wealth's Attorney Wise will be held
In tho next few days with a view of
probing these rumors to the bottom.
That no attempt will be made to
smooth the matter over" or take this
Evidence lightly Is the emphatic dec
laration of Mayor Ainslie. who is the
official head of the Police Department..
DEPARTMENT SETTLING WITH
REPORTS OF SCANDALS
Police news and an impending
scandal in the Police Department
which will rock and shake it to its
very Depths were the predictions
made last night by well-known mem
hers of the force. Several policemen
declared that they did not wish to
Keel the matter "subrosa." but wanted
the most powerful searchlight thrown
on the reported activities of the MEM
bers Of the force"
One member of the force raised this
question in the presence cf witnesses:
''If it is true, as Harry Sweet says. that
the Chief Of Police knew all about his
ownership and rental of automobiles,
why did he resign? Moreover, If the
chief had this information. why did
he call upon Bosquett foc the infor-
nation and then have him fined before
the police trial board for refusing to
divulge information without having 1t
taken in writing and In tho presence
of Witnesses"
1t was learned. upon good authority
last night. that Frank s. Waller has
1continued on Second Page.)
: H i Ii . n
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1918-05-20
SMITH AND WALLER
NOW UNDER FIRE
Members of Police Department
Accused of Being in Collusion
With Bootleggers.
MAYOR HOLDS AFFlDAVlTS
Declines to Make Them Public
Until Convinced Statements
Therein Are True.
HOLDS AFFIDAvITs

Mayor Ainslie late last night ad-
mitted that afndavits furnished by Au-
tomobile Policeman Frank s. Waller
and Policemen Allen and Frayser, until
recently members of the so-called
purity" squad. duplicating Detective
Sergeants Gordon Smith. Policeman
Waller and certain other members Of
the Police Department with being in
collusion with "heads of the bootleg
gang" of this city had been in his
possession for some time. The men
who are accused of being the leaders
OF the bootleg gang. between whom
the officers are said to have been try
ing to settle a dispute. are A. Jacobs.
of 325-B North Fifth Street. and II.
/. Price, who owns the old Luther
Scherer farm near Highland Springs.
After having admitted that he had
had these affidavits in his possession
for some time. Mayor Ainslie declined
TO make them public, owing TO the ex-
tremc delicacy and seriousness of the
situation. But although the Mayor de-
nicd that these aflidavits implicated
men higher up in the Police Depart
ment, persistent rumor and predic-
tions made by men of Importance last
night were that men of prominence
on the police force are destined 10 be
placed under fire within the next few
days.
40 LENIENCY FOR THOSE IN
CAEOOTS WITH BOOTLEGGERS
When asked il he wished to make a
public statement. Mayor Ainslie said
that in his present position he was
unable TO make anything public, but
+,
the men in the Police Department.
they would receive no leniency at his
hands If it were proved that they were
guilty Of being in 'cahoots" with boot
leggers of this city.
j. Sidney Peters, Commissioner OF
Prohibition for Virginia. made the fol-
lowing statement:
1T is evident to me. as it is to all
people who have their eyes open, that
large quantities of whisky are being
brought in and used in Richmond.
While the prohibition law is much
better enforced than many supposed it
could be. yet il might be enforced very
much better than at present.
Il do not intend TO fix responsibility
for lax enforcement. but that there
is laxity in the enforcement OF the law
is evident from the innumerable ru-
mors OF storage and sale OF whisky
by vast number of persons and in a
multitude of places.
The interest which some people are
taxing - this laxity OF law enforce
mcnt is encouraging to me- But |
think that little good will come from
Investigations OF any member or off
cial in the Police Department by
themselves. An investigation should
be conducted by some one other than
the police force.
i have recently visited the city of
Atlanta. There is a very wholesome
investigation of the Police Department
is being conducted by a committee of
citizens and this committe has un-
ravelled and exposed some startling
facts"
A E,E,In
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
CHANCES 1850 TO | L. s. TROOPS ESCAPE SUBS
CONTINUES
FLANDERS CAIN

LONDON, Aug. 20-continued
progress Ia Flanders was reported
by Marshal IIaig today. -Four Ger.
man attacks were repuised south.
west OF ChaulneH.
we carried out successful minor
operations between Vieux Berquin
and Outternteene last night" the
statement said In our recent ad
yanee there our line was brought
forward 10 the region Of the vieux
Berquin OutterHteene road one hun.
dred and elghty-two additional pris.
onera were taken.
During the night the enemy four
times attacked the posts we eatnb
lished northwest Of Chilly. They
were repuised.
we raided IA German post west OF
Bray.
our patrols made further prog
ress asst night IN the area between
the Lave and the Lys rivers.
I'VE are now east OF Paradise Mo.
Vile road" tan additional advance Of
a mllel
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
Believe FOE DIVERS
LAND Men ON COAST

WASHfNGToH. Aug. 20-Warn.
Ing that German U-boats may be
landing agents on our shores was
given today.
Crews from Z boats are believed u
have visited New York. Philadelphia
and even Washington. with their
ears nttuned to any bit Of informa
ton that would be- useful.
The extreme length of the Amerl.
can coast line makes II almost impos.
sible To prevent landings at night
from the coilaphlbie boats carried by
submarines II would be possible for
enemy agent to move about for
days and be picked up again at some
deserted point
Necessity for careful guarding Of
Americas war secrets ls v great.
er now. officials say.
The navy department. however. is
rapidly increasing it's activities
against the L. boats. and the fact that
no outward bound transports have
been sunk. despite the efforts OF the
boats, is taken as proof that the
navy is ION the job
While IL has long been expected
that L boats would attempt TO land
on this side. first evidence that they
have reached shore WAS seen in the
repor, OF officers Of a torpedoed ship.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
POLICE
ARE CHECKING
RIOT OUTbURST

TOKYO. Aug 20 The rice riots
have caused police in Tokyo TO exe
else the utmost vigilance altho this
city Is comparatively free from dis
orders.
Lights ln the main streets have
been cxtfngulshei since "wednesday
The streets are deserted with the es'
c~ption OF rioters.
Newspapers have been forbidden 60
publish news Of tn. riots The police
have stopped the tram~ayE. closed
the motion picture theatres. the
parks and other theatres Gelaha
houses are closed
An imperial ordinance authorizes
the government to rrauiniiion pr
waite rice stores for the markets
In many cities th~ police hav.
shown sympathy with the rioters
and have not moved against them.
The rioters are charging that tn.
farmers are responsible for the rice
shortage q a great extent. declaring
that 100. 600 900 bushels 81 grain are
boarded by the producers,
The minister ~ marine has an
nnuneed that tho provincial COVER
ora report the disturbances suhssdinR
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
vASSENS TAKEN
IN AISNE ZONE

PARIS. Aug. z0-French troops
advanced further between the Disc
and the AiHne asst night. capturing
VaHwens. IN. war office announced
today. Artillery fighting on the six
mile front between LaAsigny and
Dresllncourt was reported.
I'm the i-aNNigny D~resiincour, re.
Flon there was artiilery fighting"
the eommuniaue said. Northwest
Of Morsain. the French occupied Vas.
sens.
West of MaIHon De Champagne. n
German raid was unsuccessful.
AN air raid on Nancy u1orrainel
resulted in some victims"
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
Two Seattle Men Are
Wounded With Canadians

OTTAWA. Aug. 2o-The following
Americans are In today'a casualty
list.
Died OF wounds-p. Dub~rre, San
Francisco. wound~d-A. Morton.
walyon. III: r. Y. McFee. Seattle: T..
l.. Marshall. Portland. Ore. c. W.
Armstrong. Los Olives. Cal. c. IL.
Burkman. Seattle: w. J. spclght.
Portland. ore. J.. Ryan. Chicago. n.
Rowe. Monterey. Cal.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
HUN COMMAND S
URGING SECRECY.
HN LOWELL MtII.EIT
Omitted Press Corresponding

WITH THE BRITISH ARMIES
IN FRANCE AUG ia.-tNight1
while events are shaping the course
of the Western campaign. the Brit
ish front continues comparatively
quiet
Nearly 5000 additional prisoners
have been taken In one place or an.
other. the majority ~ these by the
French The British haul IN the
uelghhorhood OF outterstecne. this
morning. totaled $50.
White there Is no question that the
German disaster on the Marine was
due partly L the staffs underesti.
mate ~ the new allied strength. lead
ms II virtually 60 advertise It's lnten.
tons and allowing the allies time 10
prepare to meet them. the cries nf
betrayal niling the German press
ARE all the more interesting. In view
OF the present German army order
regarding the necessifs for secrecy.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL
INOORSES CANDIDATES

~ a meeting OF the King county
Legislative council at the Frye hotel
Monday. the council pledged support
"a three OF its members who have
filed for offices in the coming eirc.
tion-JuStic. Rsah whitehead. TO
succeed herself. Miss Nina HuChan.
an. for superintendent OF schools.
and Miss Alice Lord. for state sen,
ntor from the 56th district Mira q.
O. G Reals. for justice Of this peace.
and Lillian L. T. Han Burton. rep
r.=.ntativc from the 10th district.
also received their support.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
Plan to Stabilize
Petroleum Cost

WASHINGTON. AUG. e0,-The
fuel administration today officially
announced a plan for stabiliElng the
price OF petroleum.
Maximum premiums above the
basic prices for oil are 10 he cstab.
lished. which. when established. viii
become competitive bidding OF vari.
rus r~cfinera Tn. intention is 90
keep oil In existing channels and 20
protect small rcnnerlca. an well as
the pric. and supply.
Changes In prices TO consumers
viii he prevented. 4, In said Admin.
~lstratlon Of the plan Is left In the
hands Of the national petroleum war
service committee. and regulation IL
voluntary.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
Poet Aviator to
Get Gold Medal

ROME. Aus. 20-capt Gabriel
dAnnunxlo. famous Italian po-, and
aviator. has been reco-nmen ded for
this. gold medal for military vaior. in
recognition Of the recent air raid he
led over Vienna. when thousands OF
manifeatos were dropped on the city.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
What This Date
Brought in War

Aug. 20. 1917 French capture
1000 Germans and considerable
terrain In attack north of verdun.
Aug. 20. 1916; British light
cruisers nottingham and Fal
mouth sunk IN North sea by Ger
man submarines. two Of which
are reported damaged or sunk.
Aug. 20. 1915: Naval battle ras
Ing IN Gulf az Riga Three Rus
Sian ahipa and one German sunk.
Aug. 20. 1914; German cavalry
occupies brussels.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20

HfDDEroRD. AUG. .o.-ChArged
with killing his wife juno II. by
striking her on the head with a
blunt instrument. Henry II. Hail.
pastor Of the Union church ut Wells.
has been placed under arrest lie
claims his wife fell and fractured
her skull on the rocks near n stream
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
Contracts Given
for 33 Vessels

WASHINGTON. Aug. Coon
tracts for the construction OF SO
wood cargo vessels. seven wood
bargeH and three harbor tugs were
let by the United states shipping
board last week. The cargo vessels
are OF 4. soo.ton lightweight capacity.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20
BY HAROLD EDWIN BECHTOt.
European Manager Of the News
pap~r Eutsrprf>e Association

BY HAROLD EDWIN HECHTOI
European Manager Of the News.
paper Enterprise Assoeiationl
LONDON. England. Aug. go
This new story Is for American
motherS-
The facts which follow are
now permitted tn he assembled
and presented In this form by
Admiral Sims L. :. nsyy staff
In London.
When your soldier son starts
across the Atlantic he has better
than q 1900 To l chance OF ar
irving Mt his destination safe and
we'll.
since the United States declared
war. about f,40o. 900 American fight
ers have come cross. The total cas-
uaitlss at sea have been esi. That
only man Lost in 1900.
Here's another point That pro
portion. as small as II is. overs all
the men seSt across nee early 1917,
Ind every month methods and ap-
pliances Safeguarding the transports
nave improved ana ~pfua1etfa
As Safe as q Church
So the $500 to / chance. which tho
long period figures prove. DOES no,
actually show the percentage today.
It's better than that.
As safe as a church" N sam
my who landed recently put 1t.
Practically every American soldier
now to Europe in a convoy
group of ships. Which means. In
ease Of the improbable torpedo. that
there are other ships very near FOR
rescue work.
Practically every one OF thess
Transports is armcd-that il. theirs
are big runs on the actual vessel,
carrying the soldiers.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1918-08-20

Additional protection in the form
OF escorting war vessels is provided
for every convoy in so-ealled danger
cones. and many have e-corting war
vessels all the way across.
Mere war craft. especially designed
fer beating down the boats. are
constantly getting on the job. as the
shiphullding plants turn them out In
constantly increasing numbers More
carrying ships are being put into
service. too. or - day in July
there were 100. 900 soldiers az sea at
once.