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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Peace Congress
First Week In Jan.
ToLast 4 Months

Paris, Dec. t-(By the Associated
Press .-President Wilson will be in
formed by wireless today of the plans
for the assembling of the inter-ailied
conference and the meeting Of the peace
conference. He will also he advised
concerning the recent gathering OF the
Supreme War Council. AZ London In
she meantime reports that the Presi-
dent has approved Of anything done at
the supreme council are premature. as
the steps taken at that meeting will not
be made known TO him Until today The
plans concerning the peace meetings are
the results OF Colonel Edward NJ
Houses long talk with Premier Glenn
enceau and the Earl OF Derby. the Bril-
;sh ambassador 20 France.
The inter-a!lied conference will reas-
semale or December IS or l.. The meet
ings Will be at the foreign Office in the
Quai d Orsay, and not at Versa lies.
David Lloyd George, the British pre-
nier. and A. J. Balfour, the foreign
minister. expect 10 come here az that
time to meet President Wilson and at
tend the conference. but the elections il
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

Washington. Dec. 6.-The War De
partment announced today that L.,
600 major casualties, including killed
in action, died OF wounds, died OF dis
ease or other casualties, severely
wounded and missing have not yet
been finally reported to the next of
kin. The arrears in minor casualties is
much larger, il was added.
From cable reports now expected
the department hopes to clear up the
arrears in major casualties within a
week except for a lew names with re-
spect 70 which Identification has not
Yet been completed. The minor cas-
Calties not Yet reported to the next
CT kin represent slight wounds involv-
ing relatively brief disablcment and
IN most cases the men sustaining
tenn already have been healed.
Ihe total in this class also includes
many Implications, the same soldier
having been slightly wounded two or
more times.
The official statement issued shows
that OF the total major casualties re
ported by Gen. Pershing on Nov. 81,
5o52s have been reported TO the next
If kin with 1850 still unreported. OF
1866 missing and prisoners Of war
sent in by Gen. Pershing. 1908 have
Ieen reported to relatives: of the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Names OF Hearst and Hale
Appear in Hun Propaganda
Cables Sent by Bernstorff

and Japan and means OF stopping
munitions shipments TO the Allies.
Nj. Bielaski told the committee that
Under date of Oct, l.. 1914, Count
Won Bernstorff sent this message
from Washington to Dr. Bernard
pernburg and Eeinnerisch F. Albert.
German propagnda agents in New
York:
The Washington Post was offered
ME to buy for s. 100000 with the I'M
Outstanding to buy it back again af-
tc, the war for a million and a half.
4 second offer was TO put the paper
eHtiraly at our disposal for two
II unths for Il hundred thousand.
There was nothing 10 show that any
reply was made but Bielaski i'd that
Under date of Oct. -. 1915, the Ger
map. ambassador sent message to
the Berlin foreign office IN cipher in
which lie said after the death Of
Continued or Page 4. Col. 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Of Country Asked Not
To Engage in Nation Wide Strike
AS Protest in Mooney Case

Washington. Dec. G-An appeal TO
the workers of the Country not to en-
gage in a nationwide strike as A
protest in the case OF Thomas j.
Mooney. convicted of murder in con-
nection with the Preparedness Day
bomb explosion in San Francisco. was
issued today by Secretary of Labor
Wilson.
In a telegram 10 Otto 4. Hartwes,
president Of the Oregon state fed
Grafton OF labor. the secretary said
that if the evidence now available
is sufficient to convince a jury tha
there has been a conspiracy to con-
yict Mooney there is every probability
tina, he will secure a new trial and
have his guilt or innocence determined
bv a Jury in the light Of the facts
that are now known to- exist.
The secretary added that the only
effect of 4 strike would be to bring
into desripute and tend to destroy the
jury system OF tEidi ilCh 10 t1S ic
suit of a thousand years struggle on
the part of the masses TO protect
themselves against criminals on the
one hand and p-ofteering on the 9th
err. If Mooney is guilty OF this
crime" said Mr. Wilson's telegram,
Labor is not interested in protecting
him II he Is innocent. an OF our peo-
ME are interested in his ac0uittai No
strike OF the workers Of the country
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

Srea, Britain ma: not permit them to
remain more than two or three days.
The opening OF the peace congress is
set tor the first week in January. 1t
was the desire Of the Americans to be-
gin at the earliest possible moment.
Other delegates felt that later date
would te necessary owing TO the Christ
mas holidays and the official functions
connected with the presence o. Presi-
dent Wilson and King Victor Emmanuel
of Italy, but the first week in January
finally was chosen The frst meetings
will ne for the actual framing Of the
preiiminarias Of peace with the repre-
sentatives OF the enemy powers who
will be presented. The names OF the
French delegates to the peace congress
have not vet been announced. but it is
understood they will be three members
OF the government and possibly a
fourth members. The British delegates
will be Premier Lloyd George. Foreign
Ministe: Baltour, Chancellor OF the Ex-
chequer Andrew Bonar Law. George
Nicoll Barnes. labor member OF the war
cabinet. and Z nth delegate rot yet
selected. It is anticipated that the
peace deliberations will las. about four
months and unless unforeseen obstacles
arise that final action viii, be reached
toward the early part of May.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Commission American
Business Men to France
To Help U.S.. Peace ENJOYS

lay until more light could be given on
the situation. The railroad resolu-
ton also urged Congress 10 enact
legislation that will permit the elm
ination Of "Wasteful competition.
the pooling Of equipment combina-
tions or consultations through own
ership or otherwise. in the operation
OF terminals and such other practices
as will lend TO economies without de-
stroying competition in service"
The resolution fayoring modifca-
tions in the antitrust laws declared
that the war has demonstrated that
through industrial cooperation great
economies be achieved waste dinin-
isned and efficiency increased. 1t is in
tic public interest the resolution
stated. that reasonable trade agree
ments should be entered into. What
Is regarded as most important steps
in the work Of stabilizing business
through the readJustment period was
the creation OF Il war service execu-
tive Which will keep the business and
industrial interest Of the country in
close touch with the government. One
Of the duties Of the committee will
ne to keep the various war service
committees continually informed on
matters OF common interest and to
coordinate their work on national
problems. The congress urged the
government to take steps to encour-
age and preserve pivotal industries"
that have been developed during the
war. These pivotal industries produce
articles upon which other industries
depend and which were formerly OBJ
tanned from foreign countries. notably
Germany
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Supt. Lipsner Resigns from
Aerial Mail Seryice==COuld
Not Abide by Decisions Made

announcement that the conclusions had
seen reached and would be carried out
regardless Of what he thought or said
In his letter OF resignation Capt Lips
ner said: The past three weeks since
the ending Of the war there have come
to my attention apparent efforts made
by representatives. OF certain aircraf.
Enapufacturers and the Manufacturers
Aircraft Association 70 have the post.
office department spend tens Of ,hous-
ands OF dollars unnecessarily in cor
s;ructirg special airplanes made for
nail carrying. ana having extensive al
terations made on the military airplanes
which the war department. by direction
Of Secretary Baker. has turned over
and is turning over to the postoTice de-
partman. TO he utilized in the aerial
mail service Approaching that my duty
as public servant is 10 avoid all I'M
necessary expense and knowing that
the public expects the aerial mail ser
tContinued or Page 4+Coiumn y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

Atlantic City. n. j. Dec. ,S-Ap-
pointment Of a European commission
representative OF American business
men to go to France md be available
for any aid i. might be able to give
to the peace delegates from the
United States. in considering econ
cmic problems that might enter into
the peace negotiations was decided
upon today at the final session Of the
reconstruction congress of the in
GuStrial war service committees.
Resolutions adopted urged the speedy
return under federal charter TO their
owners Of all railroads now operated
by the government. opposed govern
ment ownership and operation Of tel
egraphs. telephones and cables, APP
pealed for modification of the Sher-
man antitrust law. endorsed tho in
dustrial creed respecting labor enun-'
ciated BY John u. Rockefeller. Jr..
yesterday. and the creation Of CEN
trail board Of war service committees.
The proposed commission while
abroad will also study the recon
struction needs OF Europe. The size
of the body has not been decided upon
but probably will number fifteen to
twenty five, with at least one repre-
sentative from each Of the important
industrial groups Of the. country.
Only one voice. that one delegate
from Lynn. Mass. was raised against
the passage Of the resolution for the
prompt return of the railroads to
their owners and ne oni.- asked de-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

Washington. Dec. s.-Confdential
records Of the department. of justice
dealing with the activities of German
agents and others were placed'today
tefore the Senate investigating COM
mittee on German propaganda. by A.
Bruce Bielaski, chief Of the depart
nents bureau Of investigation. They
deal. with correspondence ofEount
Won Bernstorff, former German am
tasasior, and others concerning the
r5ssible purchase of the WASHINGTON
rost and other newspapers: the send
US Of William Bayard Hale to Ger
l-iany as correspondent OF the Hearst
newspaper described h. Won Bern
tort as having "outspolieLiy placed
themselves or the German side" as
with the suggestions OF fomenting
trouble between the United States
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

New York. Dec. 6.-Captair z. z.
ipsner announced here tonight that
&c had rendered TO Postmaster Cen
eral Burleson his resignation as su-
pcrintendent OF the aerial mail ser
vice.
The reasons given were that he had
heen informed novices are TO be placed
ii charge of important branches 0: the
service and special airplanes construct
ed for carrying mail. The resignation
OF Max Miller. first pilot OF the SER
vice. was announced at The same time
FOR the same reasons.
Capt. Lipsner said IN his let
ter that he attempted last night
10 discuss with Otto Praeger. sec
ond assistant postmaster general. the
order relating 10 the appointment OF IT.
experienced men to important positions
in the aerial service as vel! as the pro-
posal to have special mail carrying air
planes. bu. had been cit short with the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Debate on War Revenue Bill
To Begin Next Tuesday=-WilI be
No Filibuster by Republicans

Washington, Dec. Sin reporting the
war revenue bill to the Senate today
Chairman Simmons of the finance COM
mittee arranged for beginning of de-
bate next Tuesday with exclusive right
of way given the measure.
Filing Of committee reports on the
bill will be deferred until next week
Senator Simmons will present the ma
jority report and Senator Penrose of
Pennsylvania will file a minority report
attacking especially the plan of fixing
1890 rates Senator Smooth Of Utah and
LaFollette OF Wisconsin. Republicans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

gave notice that they would file sepa-
rate reports 20 present their individual
views. Senator Simmons served notice
today that every effort 10 expedite the
bills passage would be made. and Sem
ator Penrose replied that while no hi.
buster would be attempted. there would
be thorough discussion. especially OF the
1920 tax plan, which Republicans gen.
orally are vigorously opposing As re-
viewed by the Senate committee to meet
peace-time conditions. the measure is
designed to raise 1886, 1861 coo as against
8. 200. ooo.coo which would have been
yielded by the House draft passed Sep
ten1be- %
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

The men met after the closing of the
mill yesterday and remained in scs-
sion throughout the night awaiting
word from President Carey. About 3
\. NJ, telegram was received read
ing: War Labor Board has matter
under consideration. Keep mill run
ming until further advised" Secretary
Arthur Belodeau at once communi-
Gated with Superintendent James
Murray and notified him that the
men would report for work today
Nearly 500 men are employed at the
local plant.
Officials Of the union here explained
t1at they had been assured that they
would receive the war bonus, the al
legged discontinuance Of which re-
suited in strike in many OF the
con,panys mills.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
WIRELESS WILL
KEEP PRESIDENT
WE'LL POSTED

Paris. Dec. G-Whlle President Will
son is at sea lie IS being kept advised
regarding developments in the Euro
pean situation by cablegrams sent
from lere TO the United States and
then forwarded by wireless telegrtphy
from an American station to the
steamship George Washington. The
powerful American naval wireless
station on this side OF the Atlantic is
in constant daily communication
across the ocean with Anr apolis and
II will probably be able 10 establish
easy communication with the Presi-
Dental ship.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
britain'S Demand
Will be 40 Billions
From Germany

London. Dec. 7.-Great Brit will demand Of Ger
many 5000 10000 pounds sterling for Great Britain and
domnions reparaton the war according the
Daily Mail The newspaper it understands that David
Lloyd George the premier vii: make this announcement in
speech Leeds today. This the Daily Mail adds is what
the Great Britain and her domnions and British
tax payers will be relieved of pounds per
by the German payment The British claim says the Daily
Mail has been prepared by committee under Mr.. Hughes
the Australian premier and Earon Cunie former COVER
of the Bank of England 1t adds that it is expected
the report will be published Saturday The Daily Mail says
the French PREPARATION will be infinitely larger than
that of Great Britain
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
WELL-KNOWN
MAINE LAWYER
DIES AT PORTLAND

Portland. Ne. Dec. Ben jamin
Thompson. president Of the Cunber-
land Bar Association ard one Of the
foremost attorneys OF New England
IN admiralty practice. died at his
home here today, aged 81 years. He
was a native of brunswick and was
admitted 10 the bar in 1881 He is
by - widow, one son and
four daughters.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

can facilitate these processes. Il can
not produce particle of evidence
that would be helpful in. securing
justice. A strike can neither give \
fair trial 10 nor secure fair trial
for Mooney and sincerely hope tina,
no strike will take place
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
German Bolsheviki Stirring
Up Strife ia BerIin==Labor
Leaders Quell Disorders

Exchange Telegraph dispatch from
Amsterdam Trouble is said to have
been caused by the German BoIshe-
Wiki.
An Amsterdam despatch to the Cen
trail News Agency says there were
riotous demonstrations in Berlin on
Wcdr esday by the unemployed. The
disorders became SO threatening that
labor leaders addressed the crowds.
promising assistance and finally paci-
fed them
+ The Zurich correspondent Of the
Paris Journal reported Thursday that
terrorist reyoiutionIwould break out in
Berlin Friday evening led by DR.. Lieb-
knecht with 5000 armed men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
BAKER ASKS THAT
NO LIQUOR BE
GIVEN TROOPS

Washington. Dec. e.-Secretary Ba-
kcr today appealed for assistance in
diacouraging the giving Of intoxicat-
Ing liquors TO soldiers as part Of
homecoming celebrations. A drunk
en- soldier. he says. is a disgrace TO
the Uniform and no loyal citizen who
has his interest ut heart, win DQt
te0rtattou n bis way.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

London. Dec. s-Serious disorders
have arisen in Berlin and considerable
firing has occurred il the principal
streets. according To reports reaching
the Dutch-Germar frontier, says an
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Glen Mill At Berlin RUNNING

berlin, y. H., Dec. 6.-Acting on in
structions from J. I. Carey. president
Of the International Brotherhood Of
Paper Workers. employees Of the Glen
mill OF the International Paper Co.
reported for work as usual today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
ANNUAL EXHIBIT
JUNIOR FARMERS
KENNEBEC COUNTY

Boys and Girls Gather at Waterville for Second
Annual Contest Splendid Showing of Veg
etables-All Grown and Handled by Mem
bers of Agricultural Clubs of County-Ad-
dresses by Prominent Speakers of State
Much of Success Of Organization Due to
kennebec Farm Bureau
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

PROF. HENRY w. BROWN Of
Colby upper, who delivered prir-
opal address to Boys and Girls
Agricultural Club at yearly meet
ing. anG HON. E. c. WARDWELl,
Mayor OF Waterviile. (iower), who
gave address Of welcome to city's
young visitors.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
THE WEATHER
FAIR

Northern New England: Fair
Saturday, Sunday fair. slightly
warmer.
Southern New England: Fair Sat
urday, Sunday fair. slightly warmer.
East New York: Fair Saturday,
Sunday partly cloudy and somewhat
warmer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
RELIABILITY

"7er b4tin- Jewelry the reliability Of
ne h-fn 'oCre trading with Is the mrs.
oastera' We have been IN the
.sse.rr business right mere on Lisbon
;, eet. y ears and guarantee every ar
- sod N our tore TO be exactly as
,.preser lei We also guarantee CUR
.'ces ~ - as CIV cor lower as any
-,er reliable Jewe!ry House in Maine
4, Watches. Diamonds. R.ngs. Wedding
~ gs seal Rings. .iiverware for the
.e'e lri an sorts OF beautiful and in
'Nprs'e Gift articles
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
General Eoreeast

Winds for Saturday and Sunday
north Atlantic diminishing Forth
west winds with fair weather. Dis
turbance tonight some distance off
New England coast moving rapidly
east.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

Women. help the sales peo-
ne b. making your Christmas
purchases this week. Be sure
:, y read the store advts. in the
s.c,a,,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Strike Of Papermakers Held
Up by Order Brotherhood Head
Await Decision Labor Board

Boston. Dec. Cone thousand en-
ployes Of the International Paper Co.
struck in Vermont. New Hampshire
and Massachusetts today because the
war labor board had not acted on
their demands for wages. but on re-
ceiving word later from headquarters
at Glens Falls, y. Y, that the matter
was under consideration. they voted
to resume work at once. Al Liver
more Falls. Ne, and Berlin, n. H.. or
ders calling off the strike were re-
ceived in time to prevent the closing
Of the mills.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

Giens Falls, y. T.. Dec. 6.-Sholtiy
after the strike of 1900 union en-
pioyes Of newspaper mills in New
York and New England went into eff
feet this morning, J. T. Carey, presi-
dent Of the International Brotherhood
oc Papermakers, sent the men a mes
sage instructing them to keep the
mills running, and notifying them
that the War Labor Board would sooi
render decision regarding the wage
controversy which precipitated the
strike.
AS the result of this message ar
engagements were made to resume OPP
erations at 3 o'clock this afternoon III
the mills in this city and adjacent
towns, employing 1000 men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Awaiting Word at Rumford

humford, Ne. Dec. s.-Employes Ct
'he international Paper Cos. mills hs-e
CONTINUED on Page eColump 81
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Boston Forecast

Forecast for Boston and vicinity:
Saturday fair: Sunday fair and
warmer; moderate northwest winds
becoming variable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07
Ofeks Reliable JeweITy Store

Established ISIS years ago
.... Lisbon street. Lewiston. Ne
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

4. costs ~. cents word TO get your
.cssaoe by telegraph 20 one person.
Fer enc cent word you can Get your
message through the kennebee Jour
raj TO over thirty thousand persons.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1918-12-07

II costs 2.ta cents word to get your
message by telegraph to one person.
For one cent , word you can GET your
message through the kennebee Jour
nal to over thirty thousand persons.
The Washington times., 1918-09-10
CSC Storm Serge, 55c

32-inch Storm Serge. a heavy
double twilled quality, in all want
ed shades; also plenty Of the scarce
navy blue and black.
The Washington times., 1918-09-10
Women's Union Suits,
Worth $1.75, at CSC

Worth $1.75, at 95c
Women's Union Suits, of mer-
cerized Isle. with glove silk top,
also fiat knit style: low neck and
knee and envelope style. Ali per-
feet fitting. we'll made garments.
in white and flesh eOlors: subject
to very slight imperfections. which
will in no Way affect the wear or
appearance Sizes 80 TO ~.
Women's GauZe Vests, low neck
and sleeveless, V shaped. round and
bodice TOP styles. Some subject to
slight iInperfections. sizes 0Oo
36 TO A. Worth Soc EACH. GON
Women's Glove Silk Vests, low
neck and sleeveless; crochet and
French band tops, neck and arms.
Sizes 80 to ~. Values CT 60
worth TO S2.25.......... O1sUO
WOmen's Gauze Vests, low neck
and sleeveless, crochet neck and
arms: round and ''CHmfy" cut
styles. Slightly i'm 10U10
perfect ................ 1AfSS
GOIdenberE's-Ffrst Floor.
The Washington times., 1918-09-10
75c Covert Cloth, 49c

3S-inch Covert Cloth. lin the sty-
lish olive drab and tan shades.
Correct weight and texture for
women's skirts and dresses.
GoIdenberE'S-First Floor.
The Washington times., 1918-09-10
Home Needs

Bath Tub Seats, 75c-0ak-fnish-
ed Bath Tub Seats. will ut over
any size tub.
Gas Lights, 59c-Inverted Gas
Lights, all complete. give brilliant
light
Food Choppers, $1.S9-RoTlman
Guaranteed Food Choppers, with
four separate cutters
Curtain Stretehers, $1.25-Lace
Curtain Stretchers, of well season.
ID lumber. Center brace.
Brooms, $1.25-Extra quality
Four String Carpet Brooms, strong
ly made.
Wash Boards, s9c-Large size
Wash Boards, with double rubbing
Kitchen Sets, $1.25-white ia
PANIED Kitchen Sets, one tea, one
coffee. one sugar. and one flour
Sweeping Brushes, 6sc-Large-
size Sweeping Brushes. with long
Fruit Jars, dozen ssc-E. 2. Seal
Glass Fruit Jars, with glass tops.
The lar that seals with a touch.
One dozen quart size. complete with
rubbers.
Potato Presses, Strongly
made Fruit or Potato Presses
choice OF two styles.
Bud Vases, 49c-Cut-glass Bud
Vases. with mahogany finished
Scrubbing Mops, 59c-Good-size
Scrubbing Mops. with long handle
Strongly made
GoIdenberE'-Base