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Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
War Wrecks Nerves,

So terrific is the strain Of the pres
ent warfare upon the men under fire,
writes correspondent. that nervous
and mental disabilities are responsible
for one-seventh of all the discharges,
while wounds are responsible for one
third of all discharges-Or about half
as many men disabled through nerve
wreckage as by shrapnel.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
Defect IN ELECTRIC CABLES
Rubbing on Sharp Edges Of Battery
Box Will Soon Wear Through and
Cause Short Circuit.

Electric cables that rub on sharp
edges Of battery box or other parts
will soon wear through the insulation
from vibration of the car, and a short
circuit will occur that may be hard to
locate These parts should be we'll pro-
tected with adhesive tape and fire.
Quently inspected.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
WHERE WOMEN ARE HELPING
Becoming Important Factors In Motor
Car NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Primer
and Switch Systems.

Women are fast becoming important
factors In the motor car industry. Not
only do they cut and sew materials for
tops and side curtains, but also in
many factories they are intrusted with
the assembling of primer and switch
systems and Of inspecting pistons, drill
press work, and other small parts.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
No Redresc.

81 wouldn't let that interview in the
paper bother me. Say you were incor-
rectly quoted and blame the reporter"
"Confound the luck. l can't do that.
I carried the interview to the newspa-
per Office myself and argued with the
managing editor half an hour before
he would consent to publish it."-Blr-
mingham Age-Herald.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
Many Enjoy Motoring.

Figuring on an average OF four PER
sons 10 each car. which is conserva-
tive. there are S.C0O,OOO people in this
country in daily enjoyment of motor
ing.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29

leading statements Those character who would the
minds of their fellow with ods aggravated traitors
Always bear mind that the greatest the most liberty glowing nation
the world engaged the most tremendous conflict recorded
history and must all shoulder to the wheel and strive to
make a greater and fuller democracy
War spells acrfcenone escape its arachng effects The
effort of all ghhnng people to sacrifice little possible of the
constructive principle, and to be with all things which
will protect life and reduce suffering
the casualties of the battlefield
ties of the home wartime remain uncounted and urepod
The young this country bearing
confcta manhood which Offering its life has and always will have
the of the people of For theirs sacrifice
We spare nothing many of their lives possible
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
Descriptive Coqnomen.

"What kind of vine is that you have
Oh your WALTZ" E.
81 don't know its bontanical name.
I call it the Bouncer vine because Il
Is always throwing out suckers"
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
TAGS 1850 Cars.

During the fiscal year ended JuDe so
there were issued total of ii.JC0 mo-
tor car licenses in New Mexico. The
total revenue derived by the state from
this source during The year was about
$4,000.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
Automobile Saves Money.

The automobiie saves money and
cosjg money when otherwise you
wouldn't spend. Where with DObbin
ard The buggy you would go a mile
with the auto YOU will go 10, at &c
times the cost, OIL, 20 times the pleas
ure,
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
Dinm;nu tiead:iqhts.

Half disks made of papier mache
that are easily attached without tools
nave been invented for dimming auto
mobile headlights.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29

The girl with the pcest feet in the world chosen
model by the fashionable shoemaker and the girl with the prett hands
in the world generally willing the drug for the
while mother washes the dishes.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
Americans Must Make Sacrifices
ThatAreDemandedBy GreatWar


1t is a misguided patriotism that believes direct
action has place in civilized society. l have no
patience with that spirit that seeks to destroy property
TO satisfy personal grievances, with the thought that
direct acticE right existing wrongs.
The man who destroys a grain field is taking
bread from hungry child The burden of waste
always rests heaviest those least able to stand the
strain.
Nor have 1 any patience with that spirit which
seeks TO destroy the truth by printing false and mis-
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29

ondoners said to be delighted with the game of
duced by American soldiers Evidently those boys of going
depend altogether their salaries for their spending money.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29

floor boards in the front compartment
may be drilled In a similar manner for
the heat from the radiator and en-
CINE.
Protect Tires.
Tires should be protected from the
frozen rOadbeds. Discarded castings
will render efficient service as covers,
taking most of the punishment Of the
winter roads. and also increasing the
tire diameter and bearing surface, thus
making progress through the snow less
difficult. The heads Of the castings are
removed. COppered clinch rivets hold
the castings securely in place, as de-
tailed.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29

kitchens called
a the United equipment
headed by Maj E. general
makes and ha subnl tied a one type.
will be capable this being the
Of the and has capacity for feeding go
the will enable the
march
workwh the
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29
EVER TRY A LILY BED?
BY L. N. BENNINGTON.

AS the cold winds or winter are
making doubly CHEEKY the window gar
den In the sitting room, the prospects
for a season Of beauty in the garden
next year occupies q great deal Of
thought and attention. II the whole
garden outlook is to be changed or II
only a few improvements are to be
made In its outlines. the winter nights
are the time to develop the changes
that you are going to make in your
home grounds.
No really effective change has ever
been made by experimenting without
some planning. II you plan to make
a lily bed choose a well-drained spot
for them. and II possible where the
flower will have a background Of ever
green's, shrubs or screen Of living gree
to set of their pale beauty. A back
ground Of climbing plants Is also good.
Dig the bed two feet deep and throw
INTO the excavation rubbish. tin cans,
old shoes. rocks, brick bats and the
like. insuring drainage. as the lily
cannot stand cold. wet feet.
Enrich the soil with manure from
the COW stable, worked well into the
soil with sand or sifted ashes. Plant
the bulbs eight to twelve inches deep.
according to their size. In q pocket Of
sand.
Just before the cold weather sets
In cover the bed with litter Of old
leaves, being sure that the storms Of
winter will not uncover the bed. Lilies
want shade during the hottest part Of
the day.
Lilies are easy to force II the fol-
lowing instructions are carried out.
Select large. solid. heavy bulbs Of the
Bermuda lily.
Prepare soil that is light. fine and
very rich. with well-rotted manure
COW manure Is best. FIJI a large pot
half full, then press In three bulbs, al
lowing them to touch one another, with
three inches of soil between them and
the pot.
The size Of the pot depends upon
the size OF the bulbs. The bulbs should
be set In q nest Of sand and sur
rounded with II. Then cover the bulbs
with about two inches Of soil and
place the pots in cool corner Of the
cellar, allowing the bulbs to make
plenty Of root growth.
In about six weeks the roots should
appear plentifully outside Of the ball
Of earth, and when this happens the
DOtS are ready to be taken into light
and warmth.
As the stalks shoot up. fill the pots
with earth to within an inch Of the
rim of the pot.
Do not put the pots In a hot, dry
atmosphere at any time, but at first
they should be kept just above freez-
Ing.
Little by little accustom them to the
air Of the living room.
The peculiarly sweet Spicy smell of
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29

There no shortage of labor but the shortage of fellows
inclined to work for living shows alarming yearly
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1918-03-29

The peculiarly sweet spicy smell Of
sweet sultan has always endeared this
useful member of the centaurea family
to gardeners. and moreover, this is a
very useful flower for cutting, as it
lasts wonderfully well and is light and
graceful. The older forms Of sweet
sultans. however. are nowhere as re-
CARDS size and splendOr with the i'm
proved imperlalis grandf!ora.
This Is immense in flower and even
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
CELEBRATE THEIR
5OTH anniversary
MIR. AND MRS. LONG WILLING
VICTIMS or SURPRISE
PARTY.

faet night about fifty friends gath.
cred at the home of Mr.. and Mrs,
Joseph Long, on North Third street
and gave them an elaborate and pleas
ant surprise as a celebration OF theif
ffftieth wedding anniversary Mr.. and
Mrs. Long were apparently complete
ely unaware of the plans and the
pleasantness of the evening was in
tensified by the fact tina IL came as
a surprise to the willing victims Re
freshments were servel at late
hour Mr.. and Mrs. Locg have been
residents of the city and are well
known by host Of people in their
section of tho city.
Those present included: Reverend
and Mrs. NJ. L. Yeakley. and son; Mr.
and Mrs. j. S, Bradshaw. Mr.. and
Mrs G. Gerbrick Mr.. and Mrs. G. w.
Bradshaw and son, Mr. and Mrs.
Harry Long, Mrs, Minnie Walker and
daughter. of Cumberland, Mrs. JOS
eph Nieoiemus and laughter, Mrs.
Ida Long. Mrs. Charles Long, Mrs,
Mary Anderson, Mrs. Carrie Morgan,
Mrs. Ida Goblin: Misses Lillian Wal
ker, Catherine McBee, Mabel Kolb,
Lena Marshal, Bessie Koontz, Myrtle
Harden; and Masters Forrest John
son, Arnold Chapman, Earl Long.
John Long, and George Wilde
Reverend AMI Mrs. Yeakley sang a
special duet entitled THE Marriage
Supper"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
BOND SALE GOES ON
At VERY FINE RATE
MILL CREEK TODAY CONTINUES
GOOD WORk-FALLtN
WATERS THURSDAY.

Liberty Bonds are still selling at
gratifying rate. Teams returning
to town early this afternoon re-.
ported that the percentage of sales
in Mill Creek district, which was the
campaigning ground today. would
probably compare very favorably with
that Of other districts although a
certain portion of the district Is ten
anted by people who have very little
TO invest in anything except the
things which 20 into their own living
Complete reports were not available
at one O'Clock this afternoon. There
was spending in all the school houses
in the district last night, and fair
sized crowds were in attendance.
Tomorrow the canvass will SHIFT to
Falling Waters district wnere there
will be patriotic addresses tonight
IN all OF the school houses by -Four
Minute Men.
Audiences Interested in War Stories.
1t was agreed by the men who have
had the privilege of speaking to au1-
fences In the county during this week
on behalf of the war activities that
the subject, up to this time not fully
treated In the country communities,
is claiming their intense attention
now. They say the audiences listen
most attentiyely to the addresses
which take on, in most cases. an
analysis OF the causes of the war, it's
development, and its detectives; and
the speakers then lead up TO the war
responsibilities. making the particu-
lar application Of the present oppor-
tunity to buy Liberty Bonds. No
great effort is made to sell bonds at
the meetings at night. although sub.
scription blanks are always on hand :;
the personal drive for the actual
subscription is made the dey follow.
ing the speaking
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
EXPLOSIVE USE RS.

Amy individual, firm or corporation
desiring a license for the use of ex-
piosiyes. will find dcensor at the
county seat and other convenient
points in the county, The county
clerks for the most part have been
designated as "Licensors."
You must store your explosives in
strongly constructed magazines or
repositories, safely located and Sc
curely locked.
Everybody handling explosives or
the ingredients that enter into the
make up of the explosives must have
a license, unless the amount handled
or sold is infinitesimal or in other
words so small as to bespeak absolu-
tely no danger to life or property. A
miner or laborer, however, using
explosives" working under the direc-
ton of foreman who is licensed is
not required to have a license.
Respectfully,
r. M GTLKBSON,
Explosive Inspector for West Vir-
ginia. "a 1t
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
SERGEANT COX TO
GET A Commission
MARTiNs5uRG BOY AT CAMP
LEE FINISHES COURSE IN
TRAINING.

Sergeant Albert Cox. one OF the
first Martinsburg boys to report for
service at Camp Lee, recently passed
the examinations at tho Officers
Training Camp there, and In the near
future will be awarded commissfo1.
likely lieutenamcy
Sergeant Cox was the only Berlye-
ley county young man TO devote his
time to attending the school and
his hard work ia deserving Of it's re-
ward The routine at the camp was
a difficult one. and required three
months of hard shedding.
The latter pat of last week Ser.
geant Cox was awarded a furlough
OF ten daysand Is now at HE home
in this city.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
DIMENSIONS OF ATTACK NOT KNOWN YET-BRITIsH AND
FRENCH SUCCEED IN DISPENSING ATTACKS BY
GERMANS WITH ARTILLERY AND RIFLE FIRE
INFANTRY IN ACTION IN ALBERT SECTOR
(By The Associated Press.)

WITH THE BRITISH ARMY IN FRANCE, April 24-The
Germans began heavy bobardment of the positions
the Somme sector this morning and latest reports that
an attack is still in progress.
The German bombardment of British positions sides
Of the Lave River the northern battle front was begun at
o'clock this morning large section of this
ing although definite dimensions of the infantry not
yet known.
Northwest of Albert early today enemy troops which adj
from their trenches assault driven back b
British fire.
Northwest of Merve large concentration of German SOL
diers dispersed by British artillery.
FRENCH REPULSE ATTACK ON FLANDERS FRONT
LONDON April 24Strong German attacks developed last
evening in the Dranoutre neghborhood the Flanders front
but repused by the Frnech troops the Office an
Heavy infantry attacks reported progress morn
ing the Albert sector north of the and also between
the Somme and Ancre Rivers
The French and British artillery inflicted losses on
the Germans in the Flanders attack.
On the front northwestern Albert German attack yester
day evening repused.
ARTILLERY ACTIVE ABOUT HANGARD.
PARIS, April Fisherman artillery has been conducting an
extremely heavy bombardmen of the French and British front
between the Somme and the Ave Rivers the region of Han
gard Santerre and Vers Brettoneux War Office reports
today
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
THOUGHT YANKEES
WERE AFTER THEM
GERMANS BELIEVED AMERICANS
WE'RE ATTACKING VESSELS
GUNS ON MOLE DESTROYED.


LONDON, April 24-4Not only was
the mouth of the canal at Zeebrug-
gee Blocked but The British sailors
and marines who participated in the
raid on the German submarine bases,
believe they destroyed every gun on
the Mole.
They demolished sheds throughout
It's entire length and blew up large
stores of munitions contained in
sheds.
According to stories given by sur
yivors to the correspondent of the
Daily Chronicle. the Germans did not
know the British were near until
they were almost in the harbor. When
the bluejaekets and marines landed
on the Mole, the Germans believed
the assailants were Americans. and
some survivors said they shouted
"'Its the Americansl It's the Yam
kees!"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS

All state and county taxes are
long past due, and interest at
the rate of 10 per cent is now
added to unpaid tax bills. Under
the new law, the sheriff cannot
carry these unpaid taxes on his
own responsibility, but is COM
PEELED to return them as delin-
quent at the end of the fiscal
year.
Unless taxes are paid within
a very short time, they viii be
turned over to the state auditor
for sale.
HARRY S. MILLER,
A 10 Cts p1 Sheriff Berkeley Co.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
BRITISH. POSITIONS IN SOMME SECTOR
SUBJECTED TO HEAVY BOMBARDMENT THIS
MORNING. BATTLE IS STILL IN PROGRESS
MISS LYDIA M'GARY
IN CITY HOSPITAL

Miss Lydia McGary. of West Bunk.
street, has been taken TO the City
Hospital for treatment Her cond.
ton is not critical.
Mrs. Althea Oates. of Winchester
was operated upon this morning.
Little John Cooper, of this city,
had his tonsils and adenoids removed
today.
Mrs. Sadie Airport, of Hancock, and
Mrs. Grace Fulton. of Milestone, Nc.
have recovered from operations and
left for their homes.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
TIRED, WORKOUT AND MlSEP.
ABLE
Many Martlnsburg People in This
Condition.

Many Martlnsburg People in This
Condition.
There is little rest for many a
Kidney sufferer.
The Kidneys feel congested, sore
and painful
The urinary passages are often ir-
regular and distressing.
The sufferer tired, WORKOUT and
depressed
weak kidneys need quick help.
fhey need special kidney rem
edy.
Doan's Kidney Pills have stood
the test.
"A remedy especially for kidney all
ments.
Fan any Martinsburg reader doubt
lhls statement?
Mrs. M c. Tyson, 300 w. Race
g. Martinsburg, says: Some years
ago was troubled with my kidneys.
wy back was the worst source of
S'hip- amt and Iwas afflicted with a
uui' constant ache through the
Small OF it.. / often had sharp pains
uart through my back. too. q L. was
annoyed by kidney weakness and
au uAzzy spells. AS l had heard so
l'u0n about Doan's Kidney Pills, l
90 supply at Gilbert's Drug Store.
"e lirst box helped me and used
ore until ! got relief. 1 was finally
~ OF that awful pain and give all
w credit to Doan's Kidney Pills.
fice b0c, at all dealers. Don't
imply ask for a kidney remedy
- Doan's Kidney Pills-the same
,aa' Mrs. Tyson had. FosterlMilburr
70 Mfrs, Buffalo, N. Y.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
TWO AUSTRIAN POWDER
FACTORIES DESTROYED
(Ry The Associated Press.l

LONDON, April 24.-German news
papers received in Zurich say two
powder factories at Glasenbach,
southwest of Vienna. have been do
stroyed, according to an Exchange
Telegraph dispatch from Switzer-
land
Explosions. which are believed to
have been caused by incendiaries,
are said to have resulted in heavy
Casualties.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
RED Cross
HOLDS ERTAfNME EMIT

A good sized crowd attended The
entertainment gwen lagt night by the
colored auxiliary of the Red Cess at
Spears Hall on West Burke street
Much interest is being manifested by
the colored folk in the Red Cross
movement.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
u. S. MAY WITHDRAW
SHIP OFFER TO HOLLAND
(By The Associated Press.

WASHINGTON April "a. The
United States is prepared to with
draw it's recent offer of three ships
to expedite the movement OF grain
to Holland if the comment of the
Dutch newspapers, accusing the
United States of duplicity on tho
condition that equal tonnage should
leave the Dutch haIibors for America.
is to be taken as indicative of the
feeling of the Netherlands govern
ment and people.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
LEAVES THE HOSPITAL.

Prof. Ashby DeHaven, we'll known
HedgeSville school teacher, who
broke his left arm a few days ago
and who has since been in the City
Hospital, was able to leave that in
stitution today.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
MOToNo, JAPANESE
FOREIGN MINISTER, RESIGNS
fay The Associated presn.1

LONON. April 24-Viscount Motto
no, Japanese minister of foreign az
fairs, has resigned, according to-
Reuters dispatches from TOXIC.
Viscount Motono viii be succe eded
by Baron Cato.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
ASSOCIATED PRESS OFFICERS
REELECTED BY DIRECTORS

NEW YORK. April 24--All of
ficers of the Associated Press were
re elected today by the board of di-
rectors. The officers are: Franklin
B. Noyes, Washington Star, presi-
dent; Ralph H. Booth, Muskegon
Chronicle, first vice president; e. p.
Adler, Davenport Times, second vice
president: Melville e. Stone, general
manager.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
ARRESTED FOR DfsoFDERLY
CONDUCT ON THE STREETS

Yesterday afternoon Officer John
Snyder arrested Margaret Crabb
white, and Daisy Coral, colored, TO
disorderly conduct on the streets.
They were lodged In all and will be
given hearing within the next few
days.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
Bookkeeper and stenoerapher Wanted

AN Intelligent, reliable young wo-
man for general office work. Coed
opportunity for advancement. Write
letter in own handwriting. stating
qualifications and minimum salary to
start. Address IF. r. L." care The
World. A "a If p1
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
OPPOSE DECLARATION
OF WAR At PRESENT
PRESIDENT INDICATES HIS oP
POSITION AT CONFERENCE
WITH SENATOR KING.
-tsy The 4ssorsred vsessS

WASHINGTON. April 24-Defini.e
opposition to a declaration or war on
Bulgaria and Turkey at this time was
indicated by the President today at a
conference with Senator King, who
recently introduced a resolution call
ing for war with both countries.
Senator King announced after the
conference that he would not press
his resolution now
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
BACK FROM CHARLESTON.

Assistant District Attorney c. N.
Campbell has returned from Charles
ton, where he argued the case OF
Davis against the Jefferson County
Telephone Company, for the defend
ant. The case was appealed from the
Circuit Court to the State Supreme
Court OF Appeals.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
WANTED.

Mechanics. several very good posi-
tions open to men either with auto
mobile experience, or experienced in
setting up or running any kind Of
machinery; also, several good posi-
tions open for men to learn automo-
bile building Good wages: steady
work; rapid advancement. Apply Nor
walk Motor Car Company. A % st p1.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
BRIEF SESSION OF
COURT TOMORROW A. M

A brief session of Circuit Cour
will bs held tomorrow morning At
$3.50 O'Clock. However, only very
important matters will be given at
tertiop, as 1t is the intention OF
judge Woods to have the attorneys
spend as much of their time as pos
sible working for the Liberty Loan
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
LIBERTY LOAN SALES NOW
PAST $1,000, 100000 MARX
NV The Associated press.,

WASHINGTON, April 24--Liber.y
Loan headquarters today announced
that overnight reports had brough.
the total to more than s1,70O,000.0 900.
Norfolk and L4ynchburg
have subscribed their quotas.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1918-04-27
BOMB CAUSES Loss
OF AMERICAN SHIP
BELIEVE EXPLOSIVE WAS PLAc
Ed ON BOARD BEFORE SHIP
LEFT UNITED STATES.
CBy The Associated pressl

PARIS, April 24.-4The blowing up
OF the American steamship Florence
II. off the coast of Brittany is believ-
ell TO have been due to bomb
placed eboard the vessel before she
left the United States. timed to ex.
plode when she reached port. says a
radio agency Owing to fire abroad,
the agency adds, the bomb exploded
prematurely.