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The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1918-08-03
PRICES FOR COAL.
Very Small Sizes Are to Sell at Reduced
Price.

Washington, Aug. 3.--Prices for va
rious grades of bituminous coal to take
the place Of anthracite which has been
withdrawn from the middle west were
fixed yesterday by the fuel administra-
tion.
The mine price for prepared coal will
be allowed for all special sizes more
than one-half inch in size, while for
sizes from quarter to half inch the mine
price for run of mine coal will be al
lowed For all fine sizes passing through
mesh one.half an inch or smaller 80
cents per net ton less than the prevailing
price for standard screenings will be
charged. For fine screenings mixed with
other coal the price cannot exceed the
applicable government price less 80 cents
ton.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1918-08-03
American Army Casualties
To-day Show 112 Killed
in Action
IL DIED OF WOUNDS
AND IL OF DISEASE
Wounded Severely Mum
bered Sc; Total,
206

Washington, D. G., Aug. S.--Army cas-
ualty list to-day shows: Killed in action,
ll2; died of wounds, IL; died of disease,
IL; died of accident and other causes, 8;
wounded severely, Sc; wounded, degree
undetermined, Q; missing, 0; total, FOG.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1918-08-03
II MARINE CORPS CASUALTIES.
Four Were Killed in Action and Five
Were Wounded Severely,

Washington, D. c., Aug.--The marine
corps casualty list to-day shows:
Killed in action, 4 wounded severe
", 5; wounded slightly, 2; total Ii.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
DOES NUT LIKE OUR
 BUSINESS ACTIVITY
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PARIS, Dec 2S.-Albert Thomas, former minister of munitions, and French socialist leader. writes an edi- torial in LInformation, under the heading TO our American friends in which he deplores what he calls the completeness with which Americans have abandoned consideration of war problems, to devote themselves to bus ihess. He says he hears much talk of agreements with French industry, not ably offers made to chemical products manufacturers, to become the agents in France for American producers.
 May I venture to say, he writes. that this state of mind is not good and is contrary 10 the conception of a world organization as formulated by President Wilson. Americas immense services to France were not limited to the sending of great numbers of sol diers at the most tragic moment of the war, but Americas resources were put in common in the organizations which regulated the reserves of money. raw material, ships and manufactured articles.
 Economic agreements and conven- tions are the entente cement for the victory which has been won. Ameri- cans say that their work is finished but they are wrong
 The article pleads for the continua- ton of the economic entente to prevent speculators from exploiting the various countries, and asks Americans to com plete their military victory by gen. erous aid toward reconstruction. in which the business demon should not have first place.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
PROF. HAESSLER SAYS.
 HE |S FUR RED FLAG
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CHICAGO, Dec. 2S.-Professor Carl Haessler, formerly an instructor at the University of Illinois, and later en- pIoyed as writer on the Milwaukee Leader, was brought from the United States army disciplinary barracks at LeaVenworth, Kansas, where he is serving a 12-year term for refusing to wear soldiers uniform, and testified today in the trial of the five socialist leaders, charged with violation of the espionage law. Haessler refused to testify under oath but affirmed that his evidence was true.
 He was called to testify that Victor l.. Berger of Milwaukee, editor of the Leader, had not influenced him in any way in his determination to refuse to accept military duty.
 In denying that he had been induced by Berger to become a soldier the wit ness said:
 Berger is too slow a bird he is not fast enough to travel in my com pany politically or economically.''
 Berger refused to print several of his articles because they were too radical.
 Haessler said he had 2 red flag and two American flags in his home and hoped to see the red flag everywhere some day. He expressed admirat tion for the bolshevik government in Rus sia.
 He was preceded on the stand by Mrs. Haessler, his wife, who testified to having heard Berger advise him to accept military service.
 Rev. Irwin St. John Tucker, the fourth of the five defendants to take the witness stand. began his testimony shortly before the adjournment of court. He will resume on Monday
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
PADEREWsK| DENIES
 MASSACRES OF JEWS
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CHICAGO Dec. aS.-"Distorted Ger man propaganda'' and malicious agita- tion" were blamed for the reports of pogroms in Poland. in 8 cablegram re- ceived today by John Smulski. presi- dent of the National Polish Depart ment, from Ignace I. Paderewski. the noted musician. MT. Smulski said Pad erewski recently sailed for Danzig in a British cruiser from London.
 The cablegram said the recent dis turbances in eastern Galicia were not pogroms at all, but "Were really due to the wholesale release of criminals. and as result sixty of the malefactors were immediately shot by Polish troops and 1,500 were arrested. Out of that number it was later learned that sixty per cent were Ruthenians. 90 per cent Poles and only 10 per cent Jews. so it i~ evident that religious persecution could not have been the basis for these disturbances.
 The cablegram describes internal conditions in Poland as extremely acute." recites the need of immediate supplies of food. blankets and clothing and continues:
 Prospects for assistance from the inter allied food administration are re- mote, as they expect the Polish sovern- ment to deposit Dtb0oU pounds ster-' ling for carrying out effective relief work. which is out of the question. as the Polish government ie- it's present formation is powerless to raise such a loan"
 Paderewski feared that the under taking is too vast for the Poles in America" but MT. Esmulski said that steps had already been taken for the organization of strong American res- cue committee.
 Discussing the Soiitical. situation in Poland. Mir. Smulski pointed ort tha- the provinces which comprised German and Austrian Poland seemed to be withholding CO., operation from the rnin- istry. which is attempting to, govern the territory formerly held by Russia.
 "In view of these conditions,' he added, 'the denarture of MT. Paderew- ski on British cruiser is significant. and manifestly an effort is in progress 10 bring about. through Paderewski' $ lnstrumentality, an understanding among the sections Of the dismembered country. over which Russian bolsheviki as well as German and Austrian in tricue, is still trying to exert an i'm 1 fluence.'
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
NUMBER OF STACKER MARRIAGES ALARMING

CHICAGO, Dec. 2s.-The stacker marriag ages'-performed by thousands in the early days of the selective ser vice law-are beginning to bear fruit in the form of deserted wives and children according to Judge William N. Gemmell of the court of domestic relations. The judge, disgusted by the many tales of woes related by war brides who have haled stacker hus- bands into court, announced today that he would see that as many as possible of the culprits are sent to jail.
 When the selective service act came, these fellows hurried to get marriage license, and then pleaded that they had dependent wives. Now they are show ing their real calibre by deserting the women who kept them out of war"
 Judge Gemmell said that the increase in complaint against stacker husbands has been alarming. In December, 1917, there were 34 such complaints. Thus far in December, 1918, there have been 1qh
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
ENTENTE ALLIES
 AGREED LIN ALL b|C CPR|NC|P[E
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 LONDON, Dec. 2S.-Premier Lloyd George, in receiving American news paper correspondents at his residence at o'clock tonight, said that the con- ference with the president had brought about an agreement on general prin- ciples. The premier said he felt as- sured that matters which had been agreed upon between America and England would prove of the greatest assistance in the work Of the peace congress.
 An understanding virtually had been reached already between the entente powers regarding the admission of the various nations to the peace conference itself, said the premier. In his con- ferences in Paris with the prenliers of France and Italy, President Wilson had become fully acquainted with their views, and he had now also acquired a knowledge of the British standpoint.
 And" continued the premier, T feel assured that all these powers are in accord, on the basic principles of the peace. which will come before the conference. At any rate, it will he cer- tain that America and England will be found working in complete harmony in the conference"
 At the close of his address, answer ing a question as to when he expected the British delegation to go to Paris, the premier replied that, owing to the necessity of clearing up the general election, and other pressing business. it could not be before the end of the first week of the new year. At the present time, he added, it could be stated that only two members of the delegation had been selected definitely meaning himself and Foreign Secre- tary Balfour.
 Touching on the report coming from the United States that Andrew Bonar Law. chancellor of the exchequer, would he one of the delegates. the pre- mier pointed out that it was impossible as the chancellor was the government leader in the house of commons and his presence would be needed at home
 The newspaper men were received after long conference the premier and Secretary Balfour had with Presi- dent Wilson this afternoon and which would be continued at the premier's dinner 10 the president at his official residence in Downing, street.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
MRS. GEORGE H0N0Rs
 MRS. WILSON AT TEA
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LONDON, Dec. 2S.--An event not on the prepared program was tea given at o'clock this afternoon by Mrs. Lloyd George to Mrs. Wilson, at which the president was present.
 The tea was arranged informally by telephone, the premier's wife inviting the wives of the heads of government departments to meet Mrs. Wilson. Tea was served in the "big" drawing room. Mir. and Mrs. Wilson arrived shortly before 5 o'clock and returned to Buck ingham Palace half-hour later. Pre- mier Lloyd George, the Earl of Reading and Chancellor Bonar Law also were present.
 Among those at the tea were Lady Cave, Lady Curzon, Lady Auckland Geddes, Lady Weir. Lady Macklay, Lady Reading. Mrs. J. Austen Cham berlain, Mrs. George Nicoll Barnes, Mrs. Jan Christian Shuts, Mrs. E. $. Montague. Mrs. R. E. Prothero. Mrs J. M. Finlay, Mrs H. A. l.. Fisher. Mrs. William Morris Hughes, Mrs. Winston Spencer Churchill, Mrs. John w. Davis, Mrs. Edward Short Mrs. John Hodge. Mrs. Christopher Addison and the Misses Law. Balfour, Prothero. Botha and Barnes.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
OPT|M|SM NOW
 RULES COUNCIL
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PARIS. Dec. 2S-The sentiment to- day in peace congress circles, after an other week of conferences, is distinctly brighter and a spirit of optimism has taken the place of the pessimism which had prevailed in some quarters. This is due to private adyices from London, showing that the political exchanges now going on there have been equally as satisfactory as the public demon- strations
 One of the primary questions consid cred in these exchanges has been the converting of the conference at as early a date as possible. The American del egation has been quite insistent that it shall begin not later than January 2. The exchanges today indicated an agreement for the assembling of the congress between January 9 and II.
 Even the latter date would be ac- ceptable to the Americans, it is an- nounced, as assuring a req sonable early opening of the discussions.
 The pessimism previously existing in some quarters was due to the va. ious views held on the fourteen points,, but the presidents statement that the allied leaders agree with him in the principles therein laid down. has largely removed the first impressions.
 The presidents statement is echoed in all responsible quarters here, Pre- mier Clemenceau also joining in the declaration that the conferences he has had show an entire agreement on the principles.
 meeting was held in Colonel Ed ward M. Houses residence tonight of all the American interests, including food, shipping, the army, navy. treas ury and war board. Thus far, Herbert C. Hoover, Edward N. Hurley and the other heads of the various branches have proceeded independently but tn. meeting tonight foreshadows a united commission.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
Has Strenuous Day Receives Many Delegations Lunches With London Officials Explains Reputation For Breaking Precedents- Tells Story to Illustrate Thanks English For At- tention To Mrs. Wilson.
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LONDON. Dec. 2S.-Presidept wn- son concluded strenuous day of en- tertainment with dinner at the primo minister's residence tonight, at whicl, were gathered the members of the war cabinet and other government and do- minion officials.
 The dinner was served in the bis oak paneled dining room in which the president lunched with the premier yesterday. The table decorations con- sisted of poinsettias, chrysanthemums, lilies of the valley and sprigs of holly. Two silver candelabra. added to the soft lights from the large electrolier suspended over the center of the table. There were small lights on the wall, on which hung paintings, including { portrait of Washington unveiled by the president yesterday.
 Dimes with Premier George
 The dinner was purely informal. Mr. Lloyd George was seated at one end of the table, with President Wilson on his right and Sir Robert L. Borden. tho Canadian premier, on his left. At the opposite end of the table sat Andrew Bonar Law, chancellor of the exchequcr, with William M. Hughes, the Austral- ian premier. on one side and General Louis Botha, the South African pre- mier. on the other.
 The other guests were Earl CurZon, J. Austen Chamberlain, George \. Barnes, General Shuts. Baron Finlay, Speaker James w. Lowther, A J. Bal four Walter Hume Long, Viscount AIilner. aBron Montague, Sir Eric Geddes. Winston Spencer Churchill, Lord William Weir. Sir Joseph Maclay, the Earl of Reading. Viscount Grey, Sir Henry Wilson, Admiral Wemyss. Field Marshal Haig. Admiral Sir David Beatty. General Sykes. Sir Maurice Hankey, W. P. Lloyd, Premier of New Foundland; the Maharajah of Bikaner, Sir George E. Foster, Sir Joseph Cook. J. T. Davies. the premier's secretary, and Philip Kerr.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
FRENCH NOW OCCUPY ODESSA AND DEMAND
 UKRAINE SURRENDER

ODESSA, Thursday Dec. 19-(By the Associated Press) 1.-The street fighting, lasting 13 hours. which greet ed the French entry into the Ukraine. ceased at p. m. yesterday when re- publican officers under a white flag appeared at French headquarters. They said that the battle had been begun against the Russian volunteer army. which had declared itself the enemy of the present republican directorate of the Ukraine, but that the republicans refused to oppose the superior force of the French.
 General Borins, commanding the French troops, in reply told the off cers that the volunteer army was now under French command. He delivered an ultimatum demanding that the re- publcans leave the city within a half holr. abandoning their arms and the rolling stock on the Kiev railroad The republican staff withdrew five miles outside Odessa, leaving considerable quantities of munitions. several can non and about 800 prisoners. but ma lority of its force, numbering about
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
A NAVY SHIPS
 NAMED T0 HELP
 MEN GET HOME

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2S.-Fourteen battleships and ten cruisers, among the older vessels on the navy list, have been assigned by the navy department to help bring American troops home from France. The work of altering the battleships to fit them for transport work is being rapidly completed. and several of them already are in service. All of the ten cruisers have been fitted up and the navy de artment announced today that one had sailed from Brest with it's first load of troops. Another is at Brest, and two of the battleships are reported to have left Brest with troops
 Over Million Designated
 WASHINGTON, Dec. 2S.-A steady stream of troops from overseas and ar my camps is moving homeward.
 With more than one million men des- ignated for demobilization since the signing of the armistice. all efforts, General March, chief of staff. said to- day, are being directed toward getting them out of service and back to the work in which they formerly were en- gagged Already more than half the number designated have been mustered out.
 Meanwhile additional units have been assigned for early convoy home, and to expedite the movement, fourteen battleships and ten cruisers have been added to the fleet of transpors which will bring back that part of the expedi- tionary forces not needed for duty with the army of occupation. Reports to- night from France showed that three more transports, with upwards of five thousand men. had sailed. and others will depart for home ports as rapidly as possible
 General March said the work of dis charging men from camps was pro- ceeding at the rate of about 100. 900 q week.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
PRESIDENT ENcSS HIS L0ND0N VISIT
$12,OOO In Wine Amd "B00ze'' Is
 Police Seizure
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 DENVER, Dec. 28.-Whiskey, wine and champagne, valued at $4,500, was seized in an automobile driven by George knorr in front of his home on the north side of Denver tonight, after Officer George Klein, Of the police depart ment, had fired several shots at the man. A second automobile filled with liquor drove up and also was captured. The police say search of the knorr home revealed thirty cases of contraband> liquor. The value of 1t at current prices is estimated at from $10,0 to S12,- 0o0.. The arrest is the first under the new bone dry law.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
RACING EQUIPMENT BURNS

Nev Orleans, La, Dec. 2S-The srandstand, club house and naddonl, at the fair grounds race track here
 owned by the Business Mems Racing assoclauon. were destroyed by fire to. day. The loss was estimated at more than f2oo,e0O. The fire was discovered Tn time to protect the stables and tralnmg quarters, containing several hundred horses.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
Last Public Appearance

LONDON. Dec. 2S.-President Will son made his last public appearances in London today. Officials of the city of London presented him with an ad- dress of welcome in the ancient Guild Hall. where other famous Americans. including General Grant and former President Roosevelt. have been re- ceived. Afterward he was the guest at luncheon table in the Egyptian hall Of the Mansion house, where hover the ghosts of the decades of civic oratory, and where many Americans have par taken of the famed aldermanic turtle soup.
 The drive from Buckingham Palace and return vas witnessed by immense crowds. There was plenty of enthlsi- asm abroad, but it hardly reached the same volume as that which attended the presidents entry into London on Thursday. Announcement of the re- suits of the general election was somewhat of a counter attraction to- day.
 Beneath the surface of the formali- ties at the Mansion house, an unusual episode of human interest was rippling part happy, part tragic. Premier Lloyd George. who sat near the presi- dent, was learning that the voters had renewed his lease of power by heavier majorities than political auguries had foretold. H. H. Asquith, his one-time cihef and rival of today, was seated nearby and heard that his political ca reer of more than thirty years had been halted.
 Sees Various Delegations
 The days official events were not limited to the two functions in the city. The president received and spoke to various delegations which presented addresses at the American embassy, and tonight he dined at the premier s residence in Downing street with the members of the cabinet.
 After the dinner he entrained for Carlisle. where tomorrow he will visit his mothers birthplace. On Monday he will he in Manchester, the great midland commercial city. The presi dent will make an oration in the free trade hall at Manchester, which holds | 1000 persons. and another speech at a
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
NEWS EPITOME
FOREIGN

Trench editor does not like the ao- sfessiveness of American business. Hoover says that Belgium can b. saved with plenty of food sub4 scrlptions.
 Entente allies are agreed on general principles, says Lloyd George. Premier Lloyd George gains sweep ing victory at English election. rresidem Wilson to pay reverant visit to home of his mother today. Official visit of United States exec utive in London comes to brilliant end.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
DOMESTIC

General March announces that 24 naval vessels have been desiqnated to aid in bringing home American soldiers. Professor Haessler testifies that he hopes for the time when the red flag will rule everywhere. Johr F, Smulski of Chicago receives esbIesram from Paderewski de- nying the Poles have issued po- orons against the Jews. American Federation of Labor places it's disapprovaI upon establishment of a national political party. LOCAL
 Mrs. Glenn, who shot and killed her husband Christmas night, seeks release from jail on a writ of habeas corpus.
 Influenza in Phoenix shows a slight increase ip number of cases re- ported.
 Announcement is mad. that the Phoenix public schools will open tomorrow morning.
 cornerstone of the Deseonness' hos nitsI is to be laid today.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
Coast States
 Short 011 Red
 Cross M Members
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SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 9S.-Returns on the Christmas roll call of the Red Cross in California, Nevada and Ari- zona showed an incomplete enrolment of 705,3s4, according to an announce ment at the Red Cross headquarters here. It was expected that the 500, 600 enrolment set for the drive would be greatly exceeded.
 California had 650,457, Nevada 16,363. and Arizona 3S,564 names in the en- rollment to date.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29
-------- t----------=-------- 150 AIR OFFICERS KILLED

WASHINGTON. Dec, 2S.--The war department announced today that 150 American commissioned officers of tho air service were killed in action in France this year.
Arizona republican., 1918-12-29

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