South Bend News-Times, Volume 35, Number 3, South Bend, St. Joseph County, 3 January 1918 — Page 3

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Here is Summary of Results Accomplished At Recent Inter-Allied V ar Council in Paris

WASHINOT' N. .I.tti. :; Th ?amnry rf reu!1- ;h nt lihl hy the lrtr-a!!i"i war fr.i;nrü i- lii'I under Ii pl rri itic . naval, military, lir.ancc. jhir;inic. war traI war industries and food. The sub-headings naal. military, diplomatic ar.d hhipjdnc, etc, follow:

Military.

Naval. I

"(1) The formation of an Interallied naval council to coordinate the operation (i th- naval forces of the United States and hr ;ioci.ites in the war v that the.vj forces may in the future he operate:! as ne in the: prosecution of the war on the 5ea and in conjunction with th lar.ii forces. "(2) An agreement between the British admiralty and the navy department puttin into fffert certain X'ans relating to the prosecution of the naval war against the submarine?!. "(.': The formation of a definite I lip for the more active utilization 'jf American naval force in conjunction with those of nations en'aK'ed in the war aains-t the central powers. "HI Agreement with the Üritish admiralty making it pos-iM. for American naval 'ificers to keep fully informed of the operations and policy of the nrltish admiralty o thai perfect cooperation between the navy department and that hody N i.ssjred, "(j) Reorganization of American naval forces at Frenefi port.". "OO Th" securing of a full ami P taiP-d picture of the naval problem in Kiimeari waters.

"Ill Atl'-r oiiferenc' extending cm r iipprox:niat 1) days with th tili- f .-tafl, members of the general .-tafTs, anl m 1 1 i iwPt-i v. -(hiefs of th" ulikd nrmi'-s on th? Wft'Tii front, as well as with the highest civil otlif lal.s of the respective trovernn.ent.--. the extent of the military effort to t.e aime at by th" I'r.itfd Stats Uas clearly letei mined. "(- With this determination in mind negotiations were carried on 3okinsf to the pooling of resources for the mutual advantage of all of the countries encased in the war against Germany. This pooling arrangement guaranteed that full equipment of every kind will he available to all Anier an troops sent to Kurope d:;rinjr the year 191. "(.',) rii'iualiti'd support to the resolution adopted by the inter-allied conference? lookintr to the creation of an allied advisory board charged with the duty of advising the shipping authorities of each nation concerning tonnage, so as to permit the American military effort to be realized. "(4) Full survey made of problem of debarkation in Kurope of American military forces and transportation of such forces and supplies to the bases of military operation. "(." Arrangements made for fuller t cooperation between the Tnited Ktates. Great Britain and France in the production of military instruments and supplies of all kinds. "((',) Plans made for the proper organization under naval and military control of ports of debarkation of troops and discharge of cargoes

looking to the mow. economical utilisation of tonnage. '(? Participation in military deliberations of supreme war council as a step towards efficient and centralized unity of control of military op' rations'.

Diplomatic.

'(!) Full ar.d frank discussion betw en Col. House as special repress Mativc "f the government of the United States raid the heads of the IJritish, French and Italian governments with retard to the war policy of the United States and her asso- ( iates in the war. "(2 Participation by the members of the mission in a meeting of the Fritish war cabinet at which conference a general and useful discussion was had concerning the needs of the allies, and the extent of the assistance to be expected from the United States. "(Z) Participation by the United istr.t's in an inter-allied war conference held in Paris on Nov. 29. "(4) Participation by the United States in a, meeting of the supreme war council held at Versailles Dec. 1. Representatives of England, France, Italy and the United States there met as a first step towards securing unity of control of the a-mies on the western front. "(.") First steps taken in the establishment of a more perfect liason between the commanding general3 of the United States and the allies.

Finance.

" 1) Full detailed conference with the financial representatives of Great

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1RGAINS

Friday will be another big bargain day. Every item listed below was carefully selected and greatly reduced for Friday only. There are also many splendid bargains to be found among our Big January Clearance and White Goods Sale Items Thrifty women can't afford to stay away from this big Money Saving Friday Sale W ECANT ACCEPT TELEPHONE ORDERS ON FRIDAY BARGAINS

BIG SILK SPECIALS Crepe de Chine, Jo inches wide, every approved seasonable shade." navy, black and white included a quality valued at $1.75 a yard. Very

special Friday, yard

$1.29

Specials in Black Silks, 36 inch Mack mescaline, yard. $1.35; 36-inch chill on tall eta.

very special, $1.35 and

Percale House Dresses, in I Dress Gingham, 2 7-inch, in blue and white stripes. $2.50: assorted plaids and checks.

value, Friday

enly

1.69

Petticoat Special, one lot ol silk and cotton Petticoats at One-Third Off.

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Chiffon Taffetas, big values, So pieces of ehition tailetas in delicate evening shades only. This is a decided bargain every yard worth $1.50. Very special Friday QSf only, yard SJj BIG REMNANT SPECIAL

Very special Friday

only, yard

Crepe de Chine Waists, also dap Silk and Cotton Voiles and

Lawns. Regular $1.98 values.)

Friday special, Vk

Flannelette, 2 7-inch, in brown, black and red. tl oral tloral patterns. Very special Friday only, r

JL bij

yard

choice Dltls

Galatea Cloth, in light and

dark checks and stripes. Very

special Friday

Bath Robe Special. Men's. Women's and Children's Hath Robes. Friday One-Fourth Off.

only, yard

19c

Women's White Fleeced Union Suits, high neck and long sleeves, low neck and sleeveless and low neck and el-

row sleeves. .ot all sizes,

Very special

Oik' lot ut cotton -oo i rnaay, suit

Very special Friday at Half Corset Covers, 1 a ce andernI I ICC I ll T-, i! ) ,rv I . ) Q , 111 .-

I i . ' 1 v. e . I I I 1 I 1 1 I 1 V. 1 . .'.'lilt slic'htlv soiled. Very special

Comforters, tloral patterns, silkoline covering, tilled with carJcJ cotton $ f 1 T Friday special . . . tP X JS. sJ

69c

Art Linen, in ecru. IS inches wide. Very special Friday

only, yard

35c

Dimity, lace barred, 2 7

v, ide. Friday special, yard

in.

12c

White Mercerized Embroid

cry Floss, O. N. T., all sizes.

Very special Friday, skein

Friday only .

Patent Leather Belts, w omen's and children's, in red. white and Mack. Very special Friday only, Q choice JLls

Rucilla Mercerized Crochet inIy

Cotton, white and vru. all Me. colors; 3. 1. 3o. m.

Windsor Ties, crepe and messaline, in plaids, checks, stripes and plain colors. Very special Friday 1 A.

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BIG REMNANT SPECIAL Cinghams, Percales, Calicoes .and Curtain Material F riday only, One-Third Off. Wool Finish Blankets, large size, in plaids and plain colors. Ver' special Friday (gO only $DurS Dish Pans, 1 1-quart. Cream City Garnet Ware. 0 Friday special s Heavy Rubber Door Mats, size 18x3 p. Friday 4Qfs special only U L

Stamped Corset Covers, on

r i I ! v ' 1 i viiiui i it i Iii.' i f : rv in

rrioay specia., , dfisi - Vcfy - bAl1 ULi special Friday only . . 13C

Preserving Kettles, 14-qt., pure heaw aluminum. flA-.

j Friday special y U Kj

Casseroles, S-inch, brown and white lined baking dish

with brass nickel plated frame.

Friday

special

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ou, yuuntj rajamas j Mens Heavy Fleeced Shirts, 1 Waste Baskets, Coppered llllT ll V I- Mill IK I '

blue stripe:

Friday special

69c

De Long's Press Button

Fasteners and Hooks and

Eyes. Friday special, card

Jap Rose Soap. Very special Friday, 3 cakes for GiJj

Tiger Pins, Friday special, 3 packages . .

Feather Stitch Braid. Friday special, bolt. . . .

69c

Old Guard Safety Pins, large size, special f card VC

Semi-Annual Muslin Underwear Sale now on

Values as Usual are "Great

Britain, France, Italy, Japan, Greece. Uournania and Russia for the pi:rfosc of as'-ertiiinins the extent of th financial effort nressary on the part of the United States in order properly to cooperate with these Kovernments in making iinan iai arrangement for the prosecution of the war acalnst the central powers. "(2) Conferences with th representatives of the above mentioned countries for the purpose of perfecting the organization of an interallied council which is a priority hoard whosje duty it should be to consider the relative importance and

urgency of the financial demands to be made by the concerted effort of I the countries wajxins war against ) th" central powers. I "(C) Arrangements bee, up. for the!

proper financing of purchases by the countries at war with Germany of supplier from neutral countries. "(4) Participation in the financial discussion of the infr-allied conferences.

20 Merchantmen Sunk By Mines Or Submarines

Kn.Lirri.v. IWKls. .Ian. o. Nirie lYeiH h merchant -hip of more Üian l.0( tons ert sunU by submarines or mines ilurin- tlu work ending IHx. Thorp was no los of es.-eN under l,(;oo ions or of fHhln:; vcv M'N. Tvo attacks on steamers raiUil.

Shipping.

"(1) Full and detailed reports were secured showing total loss of tennage due to war risks and marine risks from Aug. 1, 1914. to Se' t. CO, 1917. "(2) The estimated output cf new tonnage by the allies during the year 19 IS was ascertained. "(3) The proper employment or existing tonnage so that the maximum utilization of such tonnage could be effected, was provided for in a resolution adopted by the interallied conference. "(4) A survey was completed of the ports of the debarkation of American troops and supplies and plans were made looking to the more eitective expeditious discharge of troops and cargoes so as to permit the return of vessels to their home ports with the least possible delay.

War Trade.

"(1) Full and detailed conferences were held with the British, French and Italian representatives upon blockade matters and a complete understanding was obtained of tho principles under which these countries were proceeding. "(2) A mass of information was obtained with reference to rationing requirements of Switzerland, Norway. Sweden, Denmark and Holland.

I.Nir. Jan. 3. lüshteen British merchantmen of 1,00 tons or over have been sunk by mine or submarine during the past week, according to the admiralty statement Wednesday night. Three merchantmen under l,b.0 tons were also sunk. This is a material increase over the previous week, when the sinkings numbered 12. of which 17 were more than tons. The summary follows: Arrivals. 2.111: sailings. 2,07 4. British merchantmen 1,.00 tons or over sunk, IS, including two previously; under l.nOO tons. ::: fishing v ssels. none. Vessels unsuccessfully att.u-ked. S. More T-boats Sunk. Although the sinking of ships c-f large tonnage in the past week have hen rather heavy, the total for December is characterized as satisfactory, being only slightly larcer than for November, which established a low record. The tonnage sunk dur-

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DRY GOODS. MILLINERY, READY-TO-WEAR GARMENTS, HOUSE FURNISHINGS, ETC,

SOUTHFAST CORNER WAYNE AND MICHIGAN STS.

STORE HOURS 8:30 A. M. TO 5:30 P. M.; SATURDAY 9:30 P. M.

8emi

Annual Sale

of Dainty Muslin Underwear

W'iW Sly" '.p-!t"'r-ra,)ap

War Industries.

"(1) A detailed study was made of the organization of the British ministry of munitions and the supply departments of the British admiralty and the British war orlice, and a complete analysis of the facts and figures in possession of these departments of the British government was made. "(2) A survey was made of the system in practice in Great Britain relating to the letting of government contracts and the organization of industries throughout CJreat Britain. "(?,) Full conferences with representatives of the United States ordnance department in France and representatives of British and French munitions departments stationed there, resulting in the embodying of conclusions in memoranda submitted to the war department.

Food.

"(1) A comprehensive and accurate estimate was obtained of the food in the possession of the allied nations and of the amounts that must be supplied by North America during the year ending Oct. 1. 191s.. "(2) The curve of shipments of foodstuffs required from North America for the United Kingdom, Fiance and Italy was iixed for the year ending 191 S. '(.",) In order to permit the United .States to vizualize the problem of food control in North America, plans were worked out whereby the governments of Great Britain. France and Italy agreed to out into effect a legalized and compulsory control of foodstuffs in these countries. "( 1 The creation by the interallied conference in Baris of an international sciential- committee on alimentation to ronsist of two representatives each of the United States. Great Britain. France and Italy. This committee to be in continuous session in Kurope for the purpose of studying the alimentation of the allies. "(Ö) Dr. Taylor, thf representative of the food administration on the mission, represented th tniteI States department of commerce held in Taris to consider the problems of food production in the allied countries during the year 11US. At this conference an inter-allied agricultural committee was established."

ing December was well below that j of any month previous to September. Against this, however, the sink- ' ings of submarines were greater in ; December than in any previous : month since the war began. ! Naval men declare that more sub- ' marines were sunk in December than the German shipyards were able to launch: so, the German submarine navy may nw be said to have begun to shrink, a process which the allies hope to accelerate rapidly with the increasing effectiveness of naval methods. Sinkings in Two Zones. The sinkings in the past month occurred mainly in two zones. Owing to the severe weather, the submarines have been compelled to concentrate and work closer to shore. This, perhaps, accounts for the large number of submarines caught. One of these was rammed In the most casual manner by a slow going coastal steamer almost within gunshot of land. Americans have already been told of the success of an American liner's gun crew on another, although this score will not be recognized by the admiralty unless confirmed from some other source, owing to the fact that the gunners saw only a smashed , periscope, and the submarine might

conceivably be aide to limp home. I ,osi n I " ITect I v ones s.

Beports of encounters w ith sub- ! marines in the past thre month ;

indicate that whatever improvements have been made in the U-boats, th7.' are not nearly so effective or deadly as they were earlier in the year. This is due partly to the lower standard of their torpedoes and also to deterioration in the quality of their crews. Mine laying submarines continue very active and f'gures given the Associated Bress Wednesday show that last year more than 4,00r German

r ines

ters alone. The lane through which the America ri destroyers enter and leave their base is a favorite spot lor German mine lavers and sween-

i rrs am kept constantly at work (

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Buy Now These Prices Make It Pay We always prepare months ahead for our Big Muslin Underwear Sales. We buy in enormous quanties and always get the cash discount that enables us to favor our customers with beautiful new garments at worth while savings. A comparison of vaues will unquestionably define this offering as the su" preme sale achievement of the season. Every garment is beautifully trim med with excellent quality of lace, embroidery and ribbon. They are splendidly made of fine muslin, nainsook, long cloth and crepe de chine, and all sizes run full. This is indeed a most opportune time to purchase charming new undermuslins at a great saving in price. Women who delight in pretty undergarments will find great satisfaction in making their selections during this important semi-annual sale. The assortments are abundant in gowns, petticoats, envelope chemises and corset covers.

Muslinwear specially priced at 50c, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50, $1.75, $2.00, $2.50, $3.00 and $3.50

Crepe de Chine Garments at $1.00, $1.50, $1.75, $2.00, $2.50, $3.00, $3.50, $3.98, $4.50, $6.95 and $9.95

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International New Serru-e: WASHINGTON. .Tan. Seven deaths from natural causes in the American expeditionary forces were reported by Gen. Pershing this aft-

is fellows:

were swept up In Ilritish wa- ernoon

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.in-icr rMgnai imh ii u-ian i nuiKim Perry, signal corps. Dec. 29, cerebro meningitis: John M . Perry, brother. Klmhurst, X. Y. Private Henry KemiTii, in fan -trv. Jan. 1, broncho pneumonia: T.

GERMAN PAPERS BOAST ABOUT -PEACE' FORMULA

WAS HIM. TON. .Tan '. tracts friMi) many of th derma n papers received

abb- Wednesday eontain boasts that the peace formula ;,'ien the Uussians by Kuehlmanr. ar.d C.ernin means nothing and bns r.o binding force upon f;"rmairy. They auree that Germany never will siv up certain of the lands she .ns conoaered. but some of the editors susrest that what an:.ot bo appropriated by io!M.ce. may be t;:ke!. bv agreement. Sneerin'r refeienc-s are made to th'- 'Memocratb- ea fe.

imamle.i . Kussian delegates, wnb

tip' expl. .nation that ihr German debuato bae i.-d tb- term n',"

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I 1'. Keowen, father, Baker, la. j Priate lister l1vanl, stevedore : repiment. Jan. 1, spinal meningitis: Cliff Kdwards. brother. 2 ; 1 2 G. Al-

j ley, Uirmingham. Ala. Kx- ; liivate Georue II. Kiiimau, aero

leading i squadron. Jan. 1. spinal meningitis;' here by j residence, Jlridsewater. Mass. j

Private Henry llueet. stevedore j regiment. Dec. öl. pneumonia; Lacy I r Threet. sister, Selrna, Ala. j Priate (ionliin 'au!m. fild ar - ; tiileiy. Dec. U't), pleurisy: residence, j Nev York' city. 3

Private W. A. Dclic. infantrv Jan. 1, pneumonia: Mrs. AlicCroucli. si?ter. lL'" Virginia st. T'."rkebv. f'alif.

You're going to buy some neckwear for yourself. "Do it now" at this great sale of

Men's Fine

Neckwear

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11 a polite form.

Trading with advertisers means more for le. s ca?'i.

SWISS TROOPS RIDDLE NEW GERMAN STEAMER

'.IKNLVA. Switz., Jan. ::. Swi--s trcops on duty on the shores of

j Iake "Vnstanc' Tuesday bred upon j the newly launched lerman lake

steamer. Kai-er Wilhelm, which entered wiss territorial waters. The vessel was pierced in many places by rille fire and withdrew rapidly. No lives were lost. The incident is regarded as marking Switzerland's determination to protect her neutrality.

ASSIGN GENERALS TO NEW CANTONMENTS

WASHINGTON. Jan. C Several changes in the assignments of general officers were announced Wednesday in army orders. Maj.-flen. James Parker if assigned to command the S5th national army division at Camp Caster, Mich., and is succeeded in command of the 32nd guard division at Camp MacArthur, Tex., by Brig.-C.en. William r,. Haan, formerly commanding the STth held artillery brigade.

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1624-28 S. Michigan St. Home Phone 7120. Bell Phone 27a INVENTORY SALE

2,-Ko cravats to choose from. All made by Jas. H. Keiser & Co. f New York, and H. C. Olm 6c Co., this country's leading makers ot tine neckwear. Wonderful assortments ot rich and beautiful heavy silks and satins: an even greater howinq: than any of our previous sales.

Regular SI Jas. R. Keiser and Superht

vats; the nnet to re h;U at tins price, nnw

nice

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Can Ul Beans IJ can Tomato Soup.

la riTe Fruit

2 5c can Ocoa 2 ztc cans Pe.irs . . . . Pk-js. Corn Flakes - .

tall cans Milk.

n Peas

18c can Beans

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can uini

'Pkrs. Aunt Jcmina Win.le Wheat Pancake Flour P'S$. Aunt Jemina's Buck'.vluat PancaVr Flour

.11c .14c

Can

25c 19c 19c 23c 25c 10c 14c 25c

25c

harcre can Hmin . . . 2 cans Lye S bars Toilet Soap . . . 5 bars Pearl White Soap 5 bars ( j 1 5 So.ip .... 5 rolls Toilet Paper. . 5 cans Clean-er. . ... . 5 pkS. Shot Boy Washing Powder. . . 2 pk$;s. Spaghetti 2 pkis. Wacaroni 2 lb. Head Rice 1 lb. Cr? n berries

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S;eJeJ Rai sin

2 rkii. 'Aince-Meat

10c 17c

27c 27c 23c 21c 27c 17c 17c 19c 15c 13c 17c

Please report all error, if my, within three days' time for correct.

Beautiful Sl.o and S2 cravats of new and fashionable patterns and Q colors, now sk) Superba S2.m, S SvVi and SJ l:nli-h

süu.ires and extra lanre open end scarf-. !:::-

ira heavy silks that tie up well and lal; now

$1.35

I All the above values are miarantecd. i these E sale prices you are cettinc, the finest at the price ot ordinarv values. s we urgently request y u. STOCK UP L1B1:RALLV.

I Saml' Spiro & Co.

Home of Hart Sdiaffner & Marx Clothes, Knox

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