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New-York tribune., 1918-12-23
IS Billions
Was War Cost
To America
Estimate of Senate Experts
Includes Loans Made to
All Associated Nations
10 Billions i'm Year 1918
Total Embraces Appropria.
tions Expected To Be Ex-
pended by End of 1919
Neto York Tribune
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NeU L Orb It1Oufe
Washington Bureau
WASHINGTON, Dec. 22.-The war
has cost the United States the stupend-
Gus sum of $55,OS7 256,O511 accord
ing to the experts of the Senate APP
preparations Committee. This estimate
includes ten billions loaned to the AL
lies, and is based on the appropria-
tions made by the first and second ses-
sions of the Sixty-fifth Congress, with
deductions for ordinary civil appropri-
ations, and including appropriations au-
thorized although not expected to be
expended before the end of the fiscal
year of 1919.
The total appropriations for the two
sessions, as figured in this estimate,
are not Identical with the total appro-
priations for the two fiscal years, be-
cause some of the ordinary appropria-
tions had been made for the fiscal year
of 1918 by the last session of. the Sixty
fourth Congress, which expired March
q, 1917.
Total Civil Expenses
AS figured by the experts, the total
appropriations of these two sessions
were S55, 1903, ,751 ,777.78. From this
sum, however, must be deducted appro-
rriations classified as "other services,
including regular and extraordinary
expenses of the civil establishment not
otherwise segregated" which amount
ed to S2o413, ,621.17 for the fiscal year
of 1917, and S396,OS2,1O5.5O. The dis
crepancy between the two years civil
appropriations is explained By the ex-
cluslon of the appropriations for 1917
OF the Sixty-fourth Congress. as ex-
planned.
These figures, of course, charge the
entire cost of the army and navy to
the war, which is not exactly fair,
since the expenditures would heye been
considerable if this country had not
entered the war. A comparison with
the appropriations made for two prev
ious fiscal years might give more &C
curate picture of the wars real cost
iHell IoCal appropriations, Tor army,
navy and everything else. were $780,
210,2O0.O5, and S1,625, Asa ,995.53 The
increase of $34O,Oo0,00o from one year
to the next is explained by the in
creased naval building programme.
Even allowing as deductions the nor
NAL expenditures for military purposes,
these figures would show the wars
cost to be more than forty-one billion
dollars, or about s4oO for every man.
woman and child in the United States.
Division of Costs
The following tables show how the
New-York tribune., 1918-12-23
Bauariara Leaders
Appeal for Unity
To Check anarchy

MUNICH, Dec. 19 (By The Associ
ated Press).-So chaotic have condi-
tions become during the past week or
two that three of the various leading
parties have combined, for the first
time in years, to issue what amounts
to an ultimatum to the Bavarian gov
ernment. The Bavarian Peoples PARTY.
the German Peoples Party and the
Munich branch Of the Liberal party
have signed the appeal. The Socialist
party did not sign the ultimatum, which
leads:
Recent occurrences, especially those
Of the last few days, leave no doubt
that we are facing danger from an
erchy. The press is threatened. free
New-York tribune., 1918-12-23
House Backs
Anti Imperial
Propaganda
Directs Creel to Arouse
q. S. Public Against Cbau-
yinisna Among the Allies
Ne'y York Tribune
GnccioL Cable .Serrics

Copyright, leis. New York Tribune. Inc)
PARIS, Dec. 22.-To rally American
public opinion against what the Ameri-
can peace commission regards as i'm
perialistic development IN France, Italy
and even Great Britain, The American
Press Bureau is spreading the news of
this aspect of the situation to America
1t was under Colonel Houses special
instructions, for example, that Jerome
K. Jeromc's London DAILY News" ar
ticle concerning ChauviNisin among the
allies was sent to America by Cree's
bureau.
French statesmen in private conver-
eatlcn often express all almost afec-
tionate kindness toward President Will
con and some show surprise at finding
him not the ruritanical gentleman who
smiles. One of the foremost Of them
exclaimed after meeting him, "Why, he
takes glass Of wine" But President
Wilson in evening clothes, dining. and
President Wilson in overalls at the
peace table may prove to be very dif-
ferent gentlemen, just as the French
statesmen who are now equally pleas
ing may also rrove different.
Determined on New Order
Mr.. Wilson. in public statements and
private conversations with his entour-
age, gives indications that his determi-
nation to create a new international
order is unabated.
Lord NorthcliTe, in q speech TO-DAY
to the American correspondents whom
he entertained at the Ritz Hotel, made
the following remarkable statements
concerning Mr.. Wilson and America:
we British are not as demonstra-
tive as the French, but we will give
to the man of extraordinary couraoe
who has come to Europe to end what
has been going OF in the past four
years the greatest welcome ever ac-
corded any foreigner who ever came
to our country. I regard his visit as
the most important thing that has hap
pened between the United States and
Great Britain"
Lord Derby, the British Ambassador,
who was present, invited the CORE
spondents to England simultaneously
with the President as Great Britain's
guests. The correspo spondents, like the
President, will spend Christmas among
the American troops at the front and
then proceed direct to London.
Plans Return to Paris
President Wilson has privately stated
his intention of returning to Paris
after visiting London at the end of
January.
Professor Semezes. who has been the
active head of the House Commission
for the Study Of Foreign Problems in
America. assumed charge yesterday of |
A large staff of army intelligence and
civil officers working under the Ameri- |
IAN peace commissioners upon informa-
ion now being received from numerous
sources, as indicated in yesterdays dis
patch.
New-York tribune., 1918-12-23
Allies Would Compromise Upon
World League Barring Germany;
Wilson Visits American Wounded
ireland Celebrates 'sWiIson Day"

NUBLIN, Dec % (By The Associated Press)-Ths
D son Day in Ireland Meetings held
towns and resolutions drafted by the inviting
oehc wilson to visit Ireland and pedgng him Ireland
were adopted At of the
joined with the Sim Fener The attitude the
the President will interfere the domestic
but that he would be
and problems.
The meeting Dublin presided by Lord Mayor
Inc City Trades Council cooperated At the meetings held
Sim Fen auspices the majority the appealed
dent Wilson overlook Ireands
New-York tribune., 1918-12-23
Greeks and Bulgarians
Battle in Macedonia

ATHENS, Dec. 21 BY The Associated
Press. Bulgarian troops to-day fred
on the Greek posts near Troussova and
wounded three Greek soldiers, according
to an official dispatch from Seres, in
Greek Macedonia
The Greeks, the message adds. then
attacked and captured two Bulgarian
posts. Several Bulgarian soldiers were
killed. The Bulgarians retired toward
the slopes of Mont Beles.
New-York tribune., 1918-12-23
French Fleet to Baltic
Ships TO Insure Compliance
With Armistice Terms

PARIS, Dec. 22.-Announcement was
made at the Ministry of Marine to-
cay that a French naval division, COM
posed of five units, of which the
armored cruiser Montcalm is the flag
ship. is on its way to the Baltic Sea.
having received orders to survey the
carrying out by the Germans of the
clauses of the armistice
The vessels also will visit German
ports where French prisoners are as
sembled to insure their repatriation
under the best possible conditions.
New-York tribune., 1918-12-23
Entente Statesmen Favor
Wilson Plan, but Insist
Foe Be Put ON Probation
1rusteeship for
Colonies Proposed
Control of Coii-
stantinople and Darda-
nelles Also Is Advocated
By Frederick Moore
NeU York Tribune
Special Cable Ss--rtcs

Special Cable Servtes
Copyright. 1915 New York Tribune Inc
PARIS, Dec. 22.-As the result Of
studies and observations here am
able to give a bare suggestion of tho
manner whereby certain European
statesmen, whose views differ, CON.
template reaching a compromise with
President Wilson.
They are willing to form league OF
nations, but without Germany, prom
ising her partnership after certain
period.
AS to repayment for damages and
the costs of the war, this will be all
that Germany can sustain. The point
of an indemnity will not be reached
and the word will not be employed in
the peace treaty
Trusteeship Suggested
The German colonies need not be
annexed, but can be controlled under
the trusteeship of E. league of nations.
Various territorial allotments will
be sought, for instance, Syria, Albania
and various parts of Turkey, Persia,
Africa and the Pacific islands.
Should such a scheme as above In
dicated obtain President Wilson's ap-
proval, pledges undoubtedly will be ex-
acted that the suzerain power will adj
ministrate for the benefit of the native
populations and will earnestly pro-
ceed to educate and develop democracy
among the natives with the view of ul-
timately liberating them
It is expected that all the Allied
statesmen would willingly make such
pledges. although certainly not all the
powers would behave as America has
behaved toward the Philippines or ad-
minister such justice as has mads
Great Britain world renowned.
Would Protect Colonies
President Wilson's desire is to cre-
ate formidable league that could in
terfere in case the colonies under such
an allotment were badly governed. but
his high hopes are rot held by all the
statesmen now assembled, who remem-
Der how, under international sanction.
Leopold of Belgium became adminis-
traitor of the Congo and the powers
could never unite to dispossess him.
They also recall how Berlin, in this
treaty of 1877, similarly allotted Bos-
MIA and Herzegovina and Macedoris
respectively to Austria Hungary and
Turkey and could never agree there
after to take action against either.
But that was when the balance Of
power system prevailed and befora
America took part in European affairs.
AmericaMay Work Change
The elimination of the Central Pow
ers as menacing factor and the ad-
vent of America may totally changs
the situation, which the British in par
ticular and many of the French con.
slider possible and practical if America
wisely and not too Realistically plays
the part before her
A proposal made many months ago
IN Britain is now ardently advocated
IN British circles, that America. be-
cause of her recognized disinterested-
ness, assume control under the league
Of Constantinople and the Dardanelles,
control of which by any other power
would create hostility and an inter
nationalized administration is deemed
undesirable.
New-York tribune., 1918-12-23
Bolsheuiki Establish
School of Revolution

COPENHAGEN, Dec. o.
- Harald r. de Scavenius,
former Danish Minister at Petro-
grad, stated to-day that a special
revolutionary school has been es-
tablished at Moscow, under the
direction of the Bolshevik leader
Radek, where agitators from all
parts of the world are receiving
training preparatory to return
ing to their own countries to
spread revolutionary ideas.
The school, according to M. de
Scavenius, is attended by Chinese
and representatives Of nearly
every European country.
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w EATH E r

Rain to-day; clear and colder Tuesday,
northeast winds.
Full Report on Page
The record., 1918-10-24
Local Woman Dies in East

Mrs. Oscar Irwin died Tuesda,
night in New Haven, Conn. after an
illness of few days from influenza.
Mr.. l.. W Irwin received a telegram
Yesterday morning announcing the
death, but had not been advised
further, though it is thought the
body will be brought to her old
home at Rochester for burial. Prof.
Irwin is instructor at Yale Univer-
sity, and has been located there
for only few weeks. He has been
in the t.. s government service for
several months. His wife was
charming woman, and had host Of
friends here, all of whom are shock.
Cd and gtleYed over her death.
The record., 1918-10-24
Thomas s. an4 .sla Ion

DR.. +. 3. Slaton, in his 10th.
year died at his home on North
Main street at $50 O'Clock Mon
day morning. from an attack OF
influenza, followed by compound
pneumonia. He did not spare
himself, and for four days preceding
his confinement Thursday night,
had not removed his clothing, going
day and night to minister to those
who were suffering, and the devel
opment of pneumonia had set in
before he took his bed. The
seriousness of his condition was
realized, and everything possible
done to break the hold, but to no
avail. Drank Slaton was one of the
best known doctors in Muhlenberg,
and praclced over a wide area; just
entering the prime of vigorous man.
hood. his death has cut short a
career Of vast activity and useful
ness. Burial was in Evergreen GEM
etery at 4 80 O'Clock Monday after
noon, preceded by sholt service
of song and talk by Rev. w. c.
Frank, pastor of the Methodist
church. Although the rites were
private, large number from town
and county gathered to pay deepest
respect to one they admired and
loved. His wife and two children
are joined IN closest bonds of
sympathy in the wide circle which
holds him in sweet memory.
The record., 1918-10-24
R0aa1ifg ~ 5saCkers

The National Council Of Defense
is doing great service in rounding
up slackers, and IS now devoting
its energies largely to a new field,
recently developed. 1t has been
discovered that many exemptions
and deferred classifications have
been secured on false statements
and claims, supported by outside
affidavits. All such claims are get
ting closest attention, and prosecu-
tons for false swearing are being
made. This is feature of pro-
lection viii CHI our local Council
should explore. Muhlenberg is
as patriotic as any section, but it is
very likely that some claims have
been made which, on their face,
would entltle the reglstrant to ex-
emption, or at least in class that
would not likely be called to SER
vice. No harm can be done, to the
honest registrant, and If there are
any dodgers through this channel,
they should be apprehended, and if
false affldavits have been made,
prosecution should follow. The
boys over there, as we'll as the boys
who stand ready to go, have a
right to demand that they be given
every protection from the fellow
who will use unfair means to dodge
his part.
The record., 1918-10-24
Young Maj First Influenza Victim

Mr.. Denzell Tate, son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Herbert Tate, died at their
home at midnight Saturday, after
an illness of few days from influ-
enza, followed by pneumonia. He
was a bright, clever boy, with a
bright future, and his death, the
first IN the city from this dread dis
ease, has caused great grief, Inter.
ment was in Evergreen cemetery at
4 o'clock Sunday afternoon, with a
vast throng of relatives and friend:
attending. All the members of the
family have suffered from influenza
but are Improving
The record., 1918-10-24
Rod y" To Sing In France.

Homer Rodeheayer has gone to
teach Pershings boys how to sing
"Brighten the Corner Where You
Are" Escorting his celebrated old
trombone, wearing the Y. M. C. A.
uniform, Billy SUNDAYS chorus mas
ter will be soldier song leader for
the duration of the war. "Rodyn
Is to specialize In the one song he
made especially famous, but plans
to dispense ether, non evangelistic
successes, such as "The Last Long
Mile" and "Good Morning Mr.. ZiE
Zip Zip!n
The record., 1918-10-24
War Work Welfare Campaign

November 1118 will bring the
National campaign for funds for
the Welfare War Work, when $780,
500, 900 will be raised to carry Oh
this most worthy and necessary
work. Muhlenberg county has been
allotted $40, SEQ of Kentucky's quota
of SI,77o,9oo, and we will not fail,
as all our people are alive to the
benefits our boys receive from these
various agencies-and we will not
refuse to give.
The record., 1918-10-24
Used Machines For Sale.

Roark has number of used sew
ing machines of different makes,
taken in exchange for the White ro-
tary, which will be sold very cheap.
These machines have all been over
hauled, are in good condition, and
should be seen.
The record., 1918-10-24
Gratitude

! will never feel l have done my
whole duty In showing my gratitude
toward the good people of Green
VILE for their heroism in saving
some OF my household goods from
the flames, and their many deeds OF
charity since, and my whole family
JOINS me in this message of graft
tudc. Z. n. Martin.
The record., 1918-10-24

A home without music is lacking
In brightness, cheer and comforts.
Whatever your needs, let Roark help
you. Most complete line of lnstru-
ments in this section, and qualities
highest.
The record., 1918-10-24

Health conditions are somewhat
improved, and while there are
many new cases of influenza, the
patients are getting along we'll, IN
most instances, and recoverles are
now rapid.
The record., 1918-10-24

In view of conditions which now
exist, and with the outlook for bet
tel not in the least encouraging, SO
far as output is concerned, you
should arrange at once with Roark
for your Victrola, for it is sure
thing that the demand will continue
to increase.
The record., 1918-10-24

People bought bonds this time
who never did before, and it was
a good thing-for them. Some
dodgers got by claiming to have
bought elsewhere, and the like, but
they are being tabulated for future
attention.
The record., 1918-10-24

The tones on Victrola spring and
mingIs as on no other instrument.
The light weight on the needle does
away with the gritty, grabby,
scCatchy noise SO manifest on all
other machines, anu insures the su,
preme delights of music, song and
story. See and hear at Roarkss.
The record., 1918-10-24

Sunday was open for cars, but
the weather affected more saving
than the order had been able
to do on any Sunday while it was
in force.
The record., 1918-10-24

V1ctrola hastens Victory. for
our two million men over there and
the like number in camps here are
getting enjoyment and inspiration
from the wonderful instrument.
The record., 1918-10-24

No matter what sort of talking
machine you have, you can ex-
change it for a Victrola, and Roark
will give you fullest allowance.
The record., 1918-10-24
Public Sale Saturday Oct 26.

Having sold my farm, l will, at
my home, near Powderley, Sell at
public auction, on Saturday, Oct. &c
beginning at nine o'clock, lot OF
hogs, cattle, hay, farming lmp!e-
ments, etc. r. E-Frazier.
The record., 1918-10-24
SteyenS=BrizendiEe Wedding

Miss Carrie Stevens and Mr..
William II. Brizendine were married
at Central City at 8 O'Clock Mon
day evening, the ceremony being
performed by Rev. J. r. McAfee,
IN the presence of a few friends.
After visit of few DAYS IN Louis
vile they will be at home on Hop
kinsville street. Both are popular,
and will be most welcome in their
new relation.
The record., 1918-10-24

Over the top with our Fourth
Liberty Loan, to help our boys who
are winning in France and Belgium,
and soon will be doing so in Ger
many.
The record., 1918-10-24

Mr.. Robt. Hardlson, Jr. Is here
from Washington City, and will be
with friends this section for a fort
night.
The record., 1918-10-24

Some people who are wanting to
go to France to help, are ignoring
worthy calls right at home.
The record., 1918-10-24

E. N. Martin does altering, re-
pairing, cleaning and pressing.
Have him care for your clothes.
The record., 1918-10-24

Mrs. J. M. Stuart YVES here from
Greensboro last week, on a short
visit to relatives and friends.
The record., 1918-10-24

Mr.. T. B. Pannell spent several
days at home this week, coming
down from Frankfort on Monday.
The record., 1918-10-24

Let E. N. Martin help you save
by putting and keeping your clothes
IN good condition, and save you the
expense of high priced outfits now.
The record., 1918-10-24

A hair mattress lasts a lifetime,
and gives greatest service. Get one
from Roark.
The record., 1918-10-24

Miss TheIma Nichols, ely child
of Mr.. and Mrs. Edgar Nichols,
of Moorman, died of pneumonia at
their home at ! o'clock Tuesday
morning, She was twenty years
old, and an attractive, lovable young
woman. Burial was in the cemetery
at South Carrollton at 3 O'Clock
yesterday afternoon.
The record., 1918-10-24

Needles and all sorts of sewing
machine supplies at Roark's.
The record., 1918-10-24

Mr.. and Mrs. Nj. B. Mcdonald
have Dorothy, their first born, in
their home since Monday afternoon
mother and child both doing we'll.
The record., 1918-10-24

If we do not look beyond our
selves We will never know much
or do much.
The record., 1918-10-24

Best goods, lowest prices are the
rule at the Simmons shop.
The record., 1918-10-24

This world game is great one,
but each of US can play small part
which will make a glorious whole.
The record., 1918-10-24

We will 60 back to old time next
Sunday night, when clocks will be
set back an hour.
The record., 1918-10-24
2ocA Mention.
Dollars, alone, won't win this war.

Typewriter ribbons, all makes at
The R ecord Office.
The record., 1918-10-24

Old hats remodeled at the Sim
mons shop.
The record., 1918-10-24

DR.. G.. II. Grace has been con
fined to his home for several DAYS
with influenza, but is improving,
and will soon be out is the hope Of
his many friends.
The record., 1918-10-24

Wanted, renter with teams and
tools to cultivate tobacco and corn.
Good land and house. l.. r. Oates,
McNary, Ky.
The record., 1918-10-24

Small rooms can be papered al
half, from Roark's remnants.
The record., 1918-10-24

Full line oatmeal paper, all color'
lust received at Roark's.
The record., 1918-10-24

Patriotiem and profiteering are
further apart than the sun and
earth.
The record., 1918-10-24

Bought for one, enjoyed by all
that's the Victrola.
The record., 1918-10-24

Roark for pianos, Victrolas, re-
cords, cabinets.
The record., 1918-10-24

Mr.. D. J. Duncan was here on
business during the week.
The record., 1918-10-24

Billions arc getting almost as
familiar to US as thousands once
were.
The record., 1918-10-24

Nothing leTt, If Uul Liberty
gone, SO do your Bit.
The record., 1918-10-24

Get asbestos table mats from
Roark.
The record., 1918-10-24

Large stock of mirrors at Roark's
Small prices.
The record., 1918-10-24

.ss &c veIvets, georgetfs crepes,
ssuns &c, on display at the Simmons
The record., 1918-10-24

= IS better 70 help e. erybod,
lhan 10 heap for yourself.
The record., 1918-10-24

Recent rains have to a small deg
rec improved our water supply, but
there IS still occasion for the great
est economy in its use, TO avoid a
complete stut-off.
The record., 1918-10-24

Buy a Vlctrola now, and save the
10 per cent. war tax. Roark has a
large supply of instruments just now,
and invites your visits.
The record., 1918-10-24

Get typewriter ribbons. at this
office.
The record., 1918-10-24

Trade with Roark, who teaches
your dollars to have more cents.
The record., 1918-10-24

E.r- ! time Of give and foG
give.
The record., 1918-10-24

Latest millinery for young and old
at Simmons shop.
The record., 1918-10-24

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Al The Patriot ThsAtre.

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aeledramasie oi sll Victor HasoAs
Seloaramss. has been hdctmissd hs
Kiliiasa Fox with william Fasnuas
paaviHg the role os the lmmostal
Jean salieaH and will be shown III
The pstrios Theatre Friday AMI
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tiaa~l Board ei nestsw "a Mation
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that 4 special rvpcst highly cen
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tte motion paeiess can r~ndes ths
classics. TAs Jean Vatican ~ wiz
lam fasnam ~ wonderful creative
effort. Y
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