New Britain Herald Newspaper, August 17, 1917, Page 10

BOAT CAMPAIG P FAILURE-PREMIER George Proves England Cannot Be Starved Out ey fondon, Aug. 17.—Giving for the time actual totals of shipping mnage lost from month to month arough Germany's submarine cam- algn and estimates of the food sup- , Premier Lloyd George, in the ‘ouse of Commons yesterday, proved ) 'parliament and the country that Y admiralty plans for dealing with 1e U-boats have been. increasingly lecessful, nnd that “with reasonabla onomy’” there is no chance of Eng- ind being starved out. Enthusiastic hecring greeted his revelations. The premier said he agreed that 1€ people of the country were all the etter for being told even unpalata- le truth. But they also must be J]d the truth even if it was palatable. could not exercise reasonable mdgment or come to decisions re- Srding facts unless both the cheery ad discouraging sides were present- 1 to them. He purposed to deal with the food ftuation and submarines because decial efforts were being made to feate an impression not justified in 3e least by the facts. Earlier in 30 year he had called attention te Ae very anxious condition of the %04 supply. Since then, owing wrgely to the energetic efforts of ‘aron Devonport, the former food antroller, and organization by the Mng controller, the situation had ved considerably. [Cultivation of Wheat Increases. Heat under cultivation showed an . e of 1,000,000 acres. It was 0 early to give a prediction on this 's harvest: because everything de- d.on the next two or three )ks. If the harvest was good—as “promised to be—and the weather “fl particularly capricious, the condi- of the country regarding food plies, taking everything into ac- was very satisfactory. He still d economy in view of the general position. The more the coun- ‘economiged the less it would have . draw upon the reservoirs of the ed States and Canada, from Italy and, France also had to o necessary labor for the harvest d be forthcoming, and by spring jere would be 8,000 tractors. D g with the shipping situation, premier sald that Germany had circulating figures regarding the yction of shipping. They were it in Germany to cheer up their people and were circulating a of figures throughout Germany d Austria on the authority of the Serman admiralty which the object creating the impression that Eng- nd could not last much longer. 'l%\o unrestricted submarine cam- gn began in February, and by pril . England had lost 560,000 tons hipping in one month. The Ger- official figures, he added, claimed England was losing between 0,000 and 500,000 monthly after lowing for new construction. The ire of 560,000 tons for April was pross. In June the losses had fallen 820,000 tons gross, and if the im- ovement were maintained those for 175,000 & Pruly and August would be ch. I Steps had been taken for quicken- shipbuliding, and a good many ps had been ordered abroad. In 5 the new tonnage built was 688,- tons. In 1916 it was 538,000 tons. pr the first six months of this year jt ' was 480,000 tons. The tonnage ac- gired during the last six months would be 1,420,000, of which 1,100,- 00 had been built in Great Britain. he total for the year would be 1,- 00,000 tons. A considerable addi- jtion also had been made in the pro- m of naval construction. The shipping controller so far had ed shipping by means of better Hoading and hiring of 'ships more alckly and by taking ships off longer voyages. Thus, although the tonnage 'was diminished, they were carrying more tons. Premier Lloyd George said he be- lleved the shipping losses would grow smaller. He was sure construction fwould increase if more ships were still ineeded. If the United States put for- i d@ her full capacity as he had no ldeubt she was preparing to do in her jwn thorough way, there would be uficient tonnage not only for the ole of 1918, but, if necessary, for 919. The Premier said he would not ex- change the military situation with the enemy, adding: “‘Our difficulties will diminish and our owers will increase. The enemy’s difficulties will increase and their power diminish.” Mr. Lloyd George then read a mes- sage from Field Marshal Haig about the fighting in Flanders, and conclud- ed: “This is the supreme hour for pa- tience, for courage, for endurance, for through hope, for unity. Let us go this hour with a temper that will en- able us to destroy a great military des- potism.. Let us go through this hour h the old temper of our race, so t next year we shall begin and then the world will begin, to reap the fruits ) our vajor.” NEW BRITAIN DAILY. HERALD FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 1917. believe the Russian nation still is de- voted.” GENERALS RECEIVE ORDERS. RESTRICTIONS ON SOUND. Kennedy Jones, former Director of | Ordered to Report for Duty Not Later | Vessels Warned to Keep Within New Food Economy, declared that friends of Germany had begun the present peace offensive and that the time had come when an end ought to be made to it by when an end ought to be made to it by a decided and clear statement to the mischievous sugges- tions that Great Britain might be ready to make an inconclusive peace. He believed that Germany, despite in- ternal trouble, would be able to hold her people together by iron discipline. He said the blockade could not have a decisive effect unless the pressure be- came greater. This being the last business session of the House prior to adjournment to Oct. 16, Noel Billing asked whether Premier Lloyd George could give as- surance that in the event of a “social military or political crisis” during the recess steps would be taken to reas- semble Parliament. Chancellor Bonar Law replied affirmatively. Mr. Billing asked whether ment would be reassembled event of an armistice. |~ “I should consider an armistice a l crisis”, the Chancellor replied. | OFFICER OF GERMAN NAVY HELD AS SPY Parlia- in the Tdeut. Schneider and Accomplice Ar- rested in San Francisco and Not Allowed Bail. / San Franciesco, Aug. 17.—Lieuten- ant Irving F. Schneider of the Ger- mer Navy was arrested here on a presidential warrant as a spy three days ago, department of justice offi- clals admit. Many maps and papers, declared to be of an incriminating na- ture, were found in his possession. With Schneider was arrested Theo- dore Kasinger, a former department store employe, who is accused of ald- ing Schneider in obtalning maps and other military information. They are alleged to have occupied apartments with four Austrian officers, who are being sought. By the president’s or-/ der the iprisoners are being held in- communicado without bail and with- out the privilege of a hearing. . Among Schneider’s effects was an iron cross, said to have been re- ceived by him for services rendered in the German navy. He recently Than Aug. 25. Washington, Aug. 17.—Thirty-two major generals assigned to command divisions of the new army and Na- tional Guard today received instruc- tions to report for duty not later than August 25.. All the regular départ- mental commanders are now called upon for duty in the fleld, probably in France., Major General Leonard ‘Wood, former chief of staff is trans- ferred from the southeastern depart- ment to command the 89th division at Camp Funston, Fort Riley, Kas. Included in the orders is a state- ment that the order of designation of the divisions s by nojmeans indica- tive of thé order in which they will be sent to the front. Under new army regulations each regiment will consist of three “bat- talions of four companies of 250 men each, which, supplemented by supply and machine guns, will bring each infantry unit up to a strength of approximately 3,600 men. From the 25,000 officers recently graduated from training camps, 2 considerable number will be detailed for a course of intensive training in trench warfare with the expeditionary forces already in France.. In addi- tion, some officers probably will be sent to French and British officers schools to study the methods of the Allles. PLAN SOLDIERS’ WELFARE. Athletio Catholic Union to Appoint and Social Directors. Phila., Aug. 17.—Plans for the spir- itual and physical care of American troops here and abroad were consid- ered by clergymen and laymen who attended the 43rd annual convention of the Catholic Young Men’s National Union which opened here today. It is planned to name one member of the organization in each company of the armed forces, to promote ath- letic games and smokers and to send to national headquarters information | regarding other members of the union. The convention concludes August 22, $10,126,295 FTRE DEPARTMENT. New York, Aug. 17.—The cost of fighting fires in New York next year will be $10,126,295. This is an increase over the present year of $599,718, ac- cording to the estimate of the fire de- partment in its budget estimates for 1918. % gm;rrled a young woman of Oakland, al. Federal authorities sald Schneider tried to join an aviation corps and later anothers department of the military service here, but was pre-’ vented by circumstances announced. He recently attempted to sail from this port on a Swedish vessel, it was said, but was balked by the Secret Service. “SWIMMER’S EAR”. Peculiar Disease Affects Bathers in Bridgeport Section. Bridgeport, Aug. 17.—A new dis- ease that probably will become known as “swimmer’s ear” has appeared among swimmers and bathers along this section of the Long Island Sound shore this summer and toward the westward from here. The first symp- tom is a humming in the ear as if wa- ter had filled the inner part. This in- crease as the disease progresses. Su- perating infected sores appear, par- taking, in time, of an ulcerous nature. The disease yields readily to medical treatment if taken in time, but the doctors say it is dangerous if allowed to persist. Hundreds of cases have been reported, but so far none has been really serious, according to re- ports. The doctors are at a loss to account for the origin of the trouble. They venture the theory that a microbe or animalcule is in or on the water in this section. A peculiar feature, how- ever, is that only one ear is attacked. Cotton stuffed into the ears is recom- mended as a preventive. HUB TO WELCOME RUSSIANS. Boston, Aug. 17.—A conference was held at the City hall today to consider plans for the entertainment of the Russian ambassador Borls A. Bakh. meteff and members of the mission who accompanied him to this country in this city next week. They will be the guests of the state and city on August 21. It is expected that they will participate in the national Grand Army parade on that day. CHESHIRE BARN STRUCK. Cheshire, Aug. 17.—A large barn on the premises of Timothy Chipman was struck by lightning during a severe storm here today and burned. The loss is between $2,000 and $3,000. ALEXANDER - THROCKMORTON. Pell and Miles Defeated in Sharp Sets at Boston. Boston, Aug. 17.—A big gallery watched one of the most brilliantly played men’s doubles matches seen on the Longwood courts in many years yesterday when F. B. Alexander and H. A. Throckmorton fought through five sets agaist T. R. Pell and N. W. Niles, beating them 6—4, 4—6, 4—6, 6—3, 6—4. This puts the winners in the men’s doubles final at the National Patriotic Tournament. After losing the first set, Pell and Niles played great tennis and went ahead two sets to one, but after that Throckmorton, whose game had fallen off in the third set, came back with a rush and was a great factor in bring- ing his team through to the finish. Alexander played tennis that recalled the best he ever has played. His serv- ice was very effective, and he was consistently making places from his back court that could not be covered by either of his opponents. Pell was very steady at times, his general play being superior to, that of his partner. He and Niles were fa- vorites before the match, but Alexan- der and Throckmorton earned their victory if ever one’'was earned. Irving Wright and Harry Johnson had another long doubles match with Strachan and Inman, Winning one deuce set 10—8, and then making an | easy finish in a faur-set’ match. Ow- ing to the lateness of the hour of the men’s doubles finish there were no matches in mixed doubles today. In women’s singles, however, both Miss Molla Bjurstedt and Miss Mary Browne were easy winners, the Nor- wegian beating Mrs. B. E. Cole 24, 6—1, 6—2, and Miss Browne taking two 6—2 sets from Miss FEleonorn Sears. Miss Bjurstedt and Miss Browne 1 meet in the final tomorro: Bounds. Bridgeport, Aug. 17.—Collector of Customs James L. McGovern was no- ) tified vesterday by Rear-Admiral N. R. Usher, U. S. N, commandant of the third naval district, of a new or- der that will have a very important bearing upon navigation in Long Isl- and sound. The notice received by Collector McGovern was similar to that dispatched to the commanders of the section bases of the U. S. N. R. F. in the third naval district. The sec- tion In this city is under the com- and of Lieut. Leonard H. Dyer, the text of the order, which is appended herewith, is self-explanatory: Notice to Marines. 1.—On and after Wednesday, 15th, August, 1917, all vessels navigating Long Island Sound will be required to keep narth of a line drawn from the whistling buoy just south of Cornfield light vessel to the buoy south of Mid- dle Ground light, Stratford shoal, thence to Eaton Neck. 2.—No vessel will be permitted south of this line under any circum- stances. 3.—All vessels are warned that no violatian of this regulation will be permitted and any vessel failing to comply will be dealt with in accord- ance with the law. (signed) U. R. USHER, Rear-Admiral, U. S. N. Commandant third naval district. 5 TR 5 b REGULARS 7,000 OVER. Volunteers Number 190,347 With Sev- eral States Top Heavy. ‘Washington, Aug. 17.—War volun- teers for the regular army have reached a fotal of, 190,347, bringing the roll to 7,000 in excess of autho- rized war strength. Since the total quota for the ex- panded army was filled several days ago recruits have continued to enlist at an average of more than 1,000 men a day. They will be needed and the recruiting service will not relax its efforts. There still are 25 states that have not supplied the number of men al- loted to them in the distribution of the total quota, but some of the other states have furnished their quota sev- eral times over. = California with a quota of 4,754, has furnished 7,186 men; Nevada with a quota of 162 furnished 936; Wyoming, quota 290, ‘furnished 649; Pennsylvania, quota 15,330, furnished 21,167; New York, quota 18,226, fur- nished 20,977; Illinois, quota 11,276; furnished 16,218. g ST. QUENTIN CATHEDRAL GONE. Setting It Shelling. French Front in France, Thursday, Aug. 16, (By the Associated Press).— The fire in the St. Quentin cathedral was first observed about six o’clock Wednesday night by sentinels in a French trench outside of St. Quen- tin. The entire structure was soon ablagze, and the fire continued to light up the town and surrounding country until two o’clock in the morning. As it died down it was seen the steeps: had fallen in. Everything but the walls must be destroyed. The cause is unknown. <Certainly it was not due to the French fire. There was little bombardment last night, and when the correspondent watched columns of smoke float along the light wind the landscape was singu- larly peaceful. Prisoners say the town has lately been pillaged by officers and men who are sending many stolen valuables to Germany. French Deny Afire by WHEATLESS AND MEATLESS. ‘Washington, Aug. 17,—Traveling salesmen’s organizations, comprising about 600,000 members, have pledged themselves to a wheatless and a meat- less day every week, the food admin- istration announced today. They also pledged their co-operation in the food conservation movement. ‘GERMANS EXAGGERATE SUCCESS Parls, Aug. 17.—The German re- port of merchant ships sunk by sub- marines is exaggerated 40 per cent. according to the results of confer- ences of admirals of allied navy which was held at Paris, July 25 WILSON'S COLORS IN THE LEAD TWIGE President of Saratoga Racing As- sociation Sees Two Horses Win Sard#toga, Aug. 17.—R. T. Wilson, Jr., president of the Saratoga Racing Association, furnished a pair of win- ners yesterday afternoon in Mann- chen and Killdee, both at nice odds. Mannchen wWon the second event hand- ily, while Killdee had an easy time capturing the Catskill Handicap, the feature. By taking the Catskill stakes Killdee upset the hopes of Joe Mar- rone, the millionaire contractor, and his friends, who considered this stake a soft spot for the fleet pacer. It is known that J. J. Lillis is very fond of a “heavy track, and the course was heavy encugh to suit any one. When the layers opened the mar- ket J. J. Lillis was quoted at 13 to 5, but his followers were so persistent that his odds dropped until 2 to 1 was the best obtainable on the lawn. No other horse, with the exception of Po- laski, which was battered from 30 to 1 to 8 to 1, was cared for. Everybody wanted a ticket on Lillis, ‘When the barrier shot up, Starflinch went to the front, but stayed there for only a short distance, when Lillis took up the running. The well-played good thing plodded along nicely, and up to the home turn was in front by himself. As he straightened out for the hame drive Killdee challenged him, and in a short duel passed him and went to the front. From there to the wire Killdee revelled-in the mud and won handHy. Lillis finished second. Harry Shaw nosed Polaski out of third money. . The double victary cost R. T. Wil- son, Jr., his two runners, for Mann- chen was bid up from $600 to $1,100 by M. B. Reynolds, and changed hands. Reynolds also bid up Killdee from $1,500 to $2,500 and obtained him. Butterscotch All the Way. Butterscotch II was a real good thing in the Luzerne Handicap, a six- furlong dash, and had no difficulty in grabbing off the purse. He was the first to leave the barrier, and as he sped along kept increasing his lead until he was over the line by six lengths. He opened .at 8 to 5, but at post time the layers were refusing wagers at 6 to 5. Tea Caddy finished second and Hussy came home third. The winner ran the six furlongs in 1:16, which was remarkable time in view of the track conditions. Plum proved a ripe one when she galloped home with the victoEy in the MOTHERH0OD WOMAN'S JOY Suggestions to Childless ‘Women. Among the virtues of Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound is the ability to correct sterility in the cases of many women. This fact is well established as evidenced by the foliowing letter and hundreds of others we have published in these colums. 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Johnny McTaggart won the honors in the second event when he brought Mannchen home without much trouble. The victor laid off the early pace until the stretch when he came on to win handily. Pollyanna finished second, with Meditation right behind. Spring Song, the 3 to 1 choice, was fourth. In the final event it was the gen- eral opinion that Rahu couldn’t un- track herself in the mud and she was a neglected 6 to 1 shot. She upset all dope by catching Memories II a fur- long from the wire. It was a romp the rest of the way. Memories II was the hot 8 to 5 favorite, but sec- ond place was the best she could get. ‘Wood Violet wound up the money di- vision. Tom McTaggart, the rider, whose license was revoked many weeks ago, today pald his first visit to a race- track in a long time. The rider is up here with the expectation of getting a rehearing of his case. LAST OF SOAP BOX ORATORS. Many Recruits Secured to Drive Out Seditious Speakers. New York, Aug. 17.—More than 100 citizens of New York it was announced today, had- joined the newly formed vigilant committee to wage a vigorous, compaign against soap box orators ‘whose utterances are considered im- proper. Organization of the commit- tee was suggested following the arrest of Cleveland Moffett, the author, when he attempted to stop a street corner speaker whose remarks he considered unpatriotic. The American Defense Society, of which he/is a member, announced that it would conduct a vigorous campaizi against all soap box ,orators. The mayor has been asked to stop the issu- ing of permits to hold meetings to peakers of this class and it was said that further actiof was contemplated. HEADS WATERBURY'S G. O. P. Waterbury, Aug. 17.—Herbert J, Philips, an experienced campaigner with an extended knowledge of bh- lic life in Waterbury, was last night elected by the republican town com- ‘mittee as chairman. 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