Jasper County Democrat, Volume 17, Number 42, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 29 August 1914 — Page 7

CZAR LEADS HIS ARMIES IN CAMPAIGN

Nicholas Goes to Headquarters and His Forces Take Offensive. 60 FAR INTO GERMANY Russians Said to Hold Fifty Miles of Kaiser’s Territory Now Face Strongly Fortified Cities. London, Aug. 25.—The Central News has given out a message from Its Rome correspondent saying that a dispatch received in the Italian capital from St. Petersburg declares that Emperor Nicholas has gone to the headquarters of the Russian army, which has now taken the offensive in full strength. Advance Fifty Miles. The following official announcement was made in Paris: “The Russians occupy territory 50 miles wide on the German frohtier. The Russian line on the German frontier extends from Tilsit to Inverburg and Arys. The German population Is evacuating Willenberg, 91 miles southeast of Koenigsberg, because of the arrival of Russian forces from Poland, which already have penetrated a considerable distance toward Soldau.” A Times dispatch from St. Petersburg says that military observers there have made careful compilation of the distribution of the German forces on both frontiers, from which they gain the belief that it is not possible for the Germans to overcome the allied forces on the western frontier at vital joints. The Russians believe there are no Austrian corps in the west. Austrians on Boeder. Regarding the Austrian forces opposed to the Russian advance they may be said to comprise the whole army, except the units engaged on the Servian and Montenegrin borders. The incursion of large bodies of Russian troops into the German provinces of east and west Prussia, and their capture of the important positions of Gumbinnen and Insterburg, bring them in front of a series of more or less strongly fortified German cities, placed strategically to the east of the River Vistula and between it and the frontier. Among these fortresses one of the first in importance is Koenigsberg, on the Gulf of Danzig, a fortress of the first class. The city contains about tw’o hundred thousand inhabitants and was formerly a Polish possession. Thorn is another first-class fortress guarded by a large number of outlying works. Allenstein is, if anything, stronger even than Thorn. British Capture 8,000 Germans. London, Aug. 25.—A Brussels dispatch tells of the capture on Sunday of 8,000 German cavalrymen, who were lured into a trap by the British artillery. The Germans are still enmeshed so far as known, as no account of the fighting has been officially received. Italy Mobilizes 800,000. Paris, Aug. 25.—Dispatches received from Geneva report that the Italian army has been raised to 800,000 men and that Italian troops are concentrating on the Austrian frontier. Italy has replied to Austria’s importAities repeatedly that she will insist upon maintaining her neutrality even to the point of using force against her ally. , The French frontier of Switzerland virtually has been stripped of its garrisons, owing to partial mobilization by individual summons>and not by public orders.

FRANCIS JOSEPH IS WORSE

Condition of Emperor of Austria-Hun-gary Falls to Improve. London, Aug. 25. —A Copenhagen dispatch to the Exchange Telegraph company says: “The condition of Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria, accordjing to telegrams receieved here, is much worse. “His death is a question of hours.”

British Fleet Off Ostend.

Paris, Aug. 25. —A special telegram to the Paris bureau of La Presna (Buenos Aires) says that a British fleet has arrived off Ostend to bombard the German land forces if they advance against the town. The Briti fleet consists of two dreadnaughts, fwo cruisers, two submarines and six torpedo boat destroyers.

Cabinet Considers Reverses.

Paris, Aug. 25.—dn view' of the dispatches from the Belgian battle zone telling of the reverses suffered by the allies President Poincare called a special meeting of the cabinet and for about three hours the situation waß discussed. No announcement was made.

Liner Aqultanla Damaged.

London, Aug. 25. —Teh Cunard line Aquithnla, now in the government service, anchored at the Meraejr bar with its bows damaged.

POOR CROP OUTLOOK

War in Europe and Unfavorable Growth Causes Worry. Composite Condition of American Crops August 1 Two Per Cent Below Ten-Year Average. Washington, Aug. 25.—War in Europe and unfavorable conditions for crop growth during July made the agricultural outlook on August 1 in the United States and other parts of the world less favorable than was expected, according to the Farmer’s Bulletin, issued by the department of agriculture. The composite condition of American crops on August 1 was twp per cent below the normal ten-year average," the bulletin states, “whereas on July 1 prospects were 1.4 per cent above the average.” A hopeful note i 3 sounded by the department, however, In the statement that prospects still are five per cent better than the outturn of last year’s crops, which were unusually poor. There was improvement in the crops during July in the Atlantic states, Michigan and Wisconsin and In the mountain states, says the bulletin, but in other parts of the country the crops have deteriorated materially. The “phenomenal wheat crop” in Kansas goes far to Improve the general situation, it was stated. Previous reports on the foreign wheat crop also were too optimistic, the department states, and the crops abroad generally are inferior to those of 1913. “The level of prices paid producers of the United States for the principal crops decreased about. 0.1 per cent during July, but on August 1 the index figure of crop prioes was about 9.7 per cent higher than a year ago,” says the bulletin. The price level for meat animals increased 2.6 per cent from June 15 to July 15. Of the leather trade the bulletin says: “About one-third of the cattle hides treated in the leather manufacturing industries of this country five years ago w r ere imported from other countries. In the meantime the number of cattle on the farms and ranges of the United States has diminished, the consumption of hides has increased and at present the European war has affected the international trade in hides, so that the industries that tan and otherwise treat cattle hides and use their leather are facing uncertainties in the supplv of the raw material.” . The condition of sugar beets on August 1 was 92.4 per cent of normal and the cotton crop on July 25 was 76 A per cent of normal.

BRITISH SEE WAR COST

No Gayety in London As All Say “We Face Long Fight.” Lord Kitchener Will Enlist Two Million Soldiers in Struggle Against Germany. London, Aug. 25. —This day of waiting has brought home the realities of war to the British people. Not before has the whole nation been so deeply moved. Englishmen know that most of the best regiments of their army are fighting a battle on which the future of the empire may depend. Many thousands have relatives and friends in the army; they know the death roll probably will be longer than in the case of any British force since the Crimean war. The only information the country lias had regarding the battle is contained in brief official bulletins, of a vague character, and these have not been cheering. Throughout London the people are in much more serious mood than at any time since they faced the war. There are no scenes of gayety—in the theaters and restaurants and the crowded streets are very quiet. This does not mean that there is any less determination on the part of Britons —only that the people are heginning to realize what this war may cost them. On every side are heard declarations that the country must be prepared for a long and axhausting struggle. Washington, Aug. 25. —That Great Britain realizes the magnitude of the struggle in which it is engaged is shown by information brought here by a prominent personage. According to this man, who had access in London to secrets of the British government and war office, Lord Kitchener, the actual minister for war, is preparing to place 2,000,000 British soldiers in the field. This enormous number of men will be obtained largely in England, Scotland and Ireland, but the overseas colonies will be expected to contribute their quota: i , According to the information brought here by the personage mentioned, it is the purpose of Lord Kitchener to act promptly. He desires to place 500,000 men on tfye continent every three months. From this it is apparent that he expects the conflict to last longer than one year.

Begin New Haven Separation.

Washington, Aufl. 25. MoOrfleld Storey of Boston, counsel for the New Haven railroad, began work with the department of justice on the decree dissolving the New Haven merger.

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Real Estate Transfers.

Harry R Kurrie to Judson J Hunt, July 24, e % se, 31-30-6, Marion, $2,4 50. : ? Leonidas \V Benbow to Myrtle Hammerton, Aug. 28, out It 39, Parr, S7OO. Alfred Randle et ux to Charles E Simpson, Aug. 14, pt Its 9, 12, 13, bl 37, Rensselaer, Weston's 2nd add, $1,250. •Jacob A Hensler et ux to Charles S Galbraith et al, Aug. 1, pt s 14 sw, 30-27-6, .42 acres, Carpenter, sl. Charles Stewart Galbraith et al to Jacob A Hensler, Aug. 1, pt s % sw, 30-27-6, .42 acres, Carpenter, sl. Katie Quinlan et al to James M Hallagan et al, Nov. 26, 1912, e 1 L nw, 21-29-6. Marion, s]. q. e. d. Samuel E Sprinkle lo Martha B Cress, Aug. 10, It 17, Dunn’s Kankakee Pleasure Resort, $250. John W. Ward et ux to Ray D Thompson, Aug. 19. n % w % se, 24-28-6, 10 acres, Milroy, SI,OOO. Albina Galbraith et al to Lansing H_ Tyler, Aug. 20, pt n % sw, 30-27-6, 56 acres. Carpenter, $2,700. J C McDill to J T Willett, Aug. 22, w Vs. se, 3-30-6, se sw, 3-30-6, Barkley, sl. Mary A Hall to Samuel Potts et ux, Aug. 21. Its 1,2, bl 13, Fair Oaks, S4OO. Albert S Keen et ux to L W. BCown et ux, Aug. 21. its 2,3, 6,7, bl 2, Wheatfield, Bentley’s add, SSOOI Daniel E Fairchild et ux to Charity May and Sarah Belle Fairchild, Aug. 4, pt out It 23; Its 8 to 12 inclusive, bl 4; its 1 to 12 inclusive, bl 5; Its 8 to 12 inclusive, bl 6; Demotte, $3,000. Lydia J Biddle et baron to Coleman W, Merrit, July 3, It 1, Remington. Coover s & Goldberry’s add, $1,500. ■' :

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ADMIRAL KAMIMURA

Admiral Kamimura of the Japanese navy, whose fleet may soon be engaged in battle with Germany’s far eastern naval forces.

Bids Wanted For Hauling School Children. The undersigned trustee of Marion township will receive bids for hauling school children to Belle Center school house from the abandoned Parker school district up to 2 o’clock Saturday, August 29th, at his office in Rensselaer. The right to reject any and all bids is reserve -• H. W WOOD. Jr., Trustee.

Bids Wanted For Hauling School < 'hildren. The undersigned trustee of Marion Township, will receive sealed bids for hauling tne Kerscher, Paul us, Kenney and all other children outside of the limit to the city schools in Rensselaer, up to 4 o’clock on Saturday, August 29th, 19 14, at his office in Rensselaer, the successful bidder to furnish his own conveyance. The right to reject any and all bius is reserevd. H. W. WOOD, .Jr., Trustee. Farms for Sale or Trade. 100 acres corn land, all cultivated, good house, barn, well and fruit; some tile, on main road, near school, Price SBS. Terms, $1,500 down! (Barkley tp.) 60 acres on main road, near pike, 4 0 in cultivation, no buildings, has fine place for house, has 15 acres of fine onion land. Dredge-ditch outlet for drainage. A bargain at $75. Terms, S6OO down, or, if purchaser will build house, no payment required. (Union tp.) 115 acres near station, on main road, 15 acres in grain, remaihder pasture. No buildings. Price, $36. Terms SSOO down, or, if purchaser will put on buildings, no payment required. This Is a nice level tract of land and good dirt. If this tract is too large will sell 40 acres or more. 800 acres, all black corn land on main road, R. F. D., near pike, station and school. Will sell on easy terms in tracts of 80 acres or more at SBS. Onion land, located on dredge ditch, near station, and all on public roads. Will sell in ten acre lots or more at SBS. Will make terfns. Also have 115 acre improved farm in Washington county, Ind., clear, and 145 acres improved with 1,000 bearing fruit trees in Brown county, Ind., clear. Will trade either or both for land here and will assume or pay difference, GEO. F. MEYERS, Rensselaer, Ind. Correspondence stationery from 16 cents a box up, in The Democrat’s fancy stationery department.

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