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1 1 1 1 1 1 1 The Western Times XXXII SHARON SPRINGS, KANSAS. JUNE 13, 1918. NO. 34 THE STRAND Saturday, June 15th -AT 8:30 P.M.HOFFMAN- FOURSQUARE PICTURES CO. presents Dorris Kenyon in "'The Great White Trail" An Epic of The Arctic Photographed in the Snow Fields of Alaska where the dog is the mode of transportation.

"The Great White Trail" is one of the most powerful dramas on the stage. You'll always be sorry if you miss this. One show only at 8:30 p. m. sharp.

Admission 15 and 35c, plus War Tax. State Historical Boolety TRANSPORT FIRES ON A HUN U-BOAT Captain of Brazilian Steamer Reports Witnessing Fight in the Atlantic. 2 MORE SUBMARINE VICTIMS Survivors of Pinar Del Rio Give First Acount of Other Losses to Shipping. Lewes, June sugar ship was torpedoed and sunk off the Vir ginia Capes at 10 o'clock today, according to a pilot who arrived here this afternoon. An Atlantic Port, June American transport fired five shots at a German submarine this morning, seventy-five miles off the New Jersey coast, with unknown- desults, according to information brought here tonight by the captain of a Brazilian steamship.

Sea Fight Off New Jersey. The freight ship, bound north from a South American port, sighted the submarine soon after 10 o'clock. Immediately full speed ahead was ordered and the vessel zigzagged. A few minutes later a vessel in the distance, that later was identified as a United States army transport, opened fire on the submarine. Two shots were heard, followed almost immediately by three others.

The submarine was too far away, said the South American captain, for him to tell whether any of the shots took effect. He also said he thought the transport was too far from the U-boat for the latter to try a hit with a torpedo. The Brazilian steamer continued its course with all possible speed for this port without waiting to ascertain the result of the encounter. Saw Mother Ship of U-Boat. Norfolk, June of the American freighter Pinar Del Rio, arriving here today from Manteo, N.

said the German submarine which (sank their vessel 110 miles northeast of Cape Henry last Saturday morning, after a chase of more than an hour, was accompanied by a large steamer which they believed to be a "mother" ship. They also asserted that after their submarine sank two American sailing vessels. Walter C. B. Burrows, first assistant engineer of the Pinar Del Rio, described the raft with the submarine as a vessel of 6,000 gross tons with a single funnel amidships.

She was painted gray, and stood some two or three miles in the offing while the submarine signaled the vessel in international code, "Follow me," and the U-boat and her consort steamed away. AIRCRAFT PLANTS SPEED UP Members of Senate Military Commit tee Investigating Airplane Production Pleased with Situation. Washington, June of the Senate military subcommittee investigating airplane production ed to Washington today after visiting plants in Buffalo, Detroit, Indianapolis and Dayton, 0. They brought word that the plants visited were rapidly reaching a quantity production basis, Members of the subcommittee, composed of Senators Thomas of Colorado, Reed of Missouri, Smith of Georgia, New of Indiana and Frelinghuysen of New Jersey, declined to anticipate their report by a detailed account of the trip. They expressed themselves, however, as pleased with the showing now being made and predict that from now on there will be a marked improvement in the situation.

LAUNCHED 71 SHIPS IN MAY Last Month's Production Exceeded That of April by 122,000 Tons, Shipping Board Says, Washington, June -Exceeding the ship production of April by 122,000 tons, the Emergency Fleet Corporation launched 344,450 deadweight tons I in May, the United States Shipping Board announced today. There were launched during the month thirty-nine steel ships of a deadweight tonnage of 228,750 and thirty-two wooden ships totaling 115,700 tons. The May launchings exceeded April by twenty-six ships and January by fifty-five ships. They also exceeded the highest monthly average of the United Kingdom, made in 1913, with a record of 102 tons. Heads Pigeon Section of the Signal Corps International Film Service Major Griffith is head of the department to train pigeons for carrier service with the army.

The department is known as the pigeon section of the Signal corps. SINN FEINERS CAUGHT IN NET Five American Citizens and Two Ger. man Subjects Accused of Conspiring Against the Government. New York, June 8. -Five.

American citizens and two subjects of the German empire, one of them a woman, are named as fellow conspirators in two indictments returned by a federal grand jury here today. Investigators declared their operations the most sensational undertaken by German agents since the war began. The principals named in the alleged plots are Jeremiah A. O'Leary, prominent American Sinn Feiner, now a fugitive from justice, on charges of Espionage Act violation for distribution of alleged anti-draft literature in the magazine, Bull, of which he was formerly editor. "Madame" Maria K.

de Victorica, alias Baroness Von Kretschman, a blonde haired German woman of striking appearance, who is about 40 years old. Carl Rodiger, who claims Swiss citizenship, but who is alleged to have come to this country from Germany under a fraudulent passport. Willard J. Robinson of New York, 30 years old, and under suspended sentence for seditious soap box oratory here in behalf of Sinn Fein interests. John T.

Ryan, a Buffalo, N. attorney, alleged to have been active in spreading Sinn Fein propaganda in this country. Albert Paul Fricke, a Mount Vernon, N. toy manufacturer, whose affairs are now being administered by Alien Property Custodian Palmer. Hail Kipper, prominently identified with Sinn Fein activities in New York City.

OVERSEAS ARMY NOW 700,000 Secretary Baker Reveals Figures in Address to French "Blue Devils" at Washington. Washington, June than 700,000 American soldiers have gone overseas to carry back to Frane the encouragement and assistance which Lafayette and Rochambeau brought to America, Secretary Baker told the French Alpine chasseurs in bidding them farewell here today at the base of the Washington monument. The war secretry's last announcement some weeks ago concerning the size of the American forces abroad was that 500,000 men had sailed for the battle front. CONDENSED NEWS ITEMS -Three meatless days a week within a month have been determined upon by the National Food Administration, according to Robert Stevenson, assistant food administrator for Illinois whose chief, Harry Wheeler, was in Washington recently. -The Germans bombed British hospitals in France seven times between May 15 and June 1, according to a statement made in the House of Commons by J.

I. MacPherson, undersecretary of the war office. The cas- I ualties numbered 991. Beverly Randall Ward was born in Oskaloosa, Iowa, May 8th, 1844, died in Sharon Springs, Kansas, June 9th, 1918, aged scventy-four years, one month and one day. He was married to Miss Frances J.

Weddle, at Fort Scott, in 1870. Of this union 11 children were born, eight sons and two daughters, one son and two daughters having gone before to that home above where there is no more parting. Mr. Ward enlisted in Co. Sixth Kansas Cavalry Regt.

He served for four years and was honorably discharged at Fort Scott. He was engaged in the battle of Pea Ridge and the border warfare. He was converted about fifteen years ago and united with the M. E. church of Sharon Springs and has been a faithful member of the same.

He leaves a wife, seven sons, several grand children and a host of friends to mourn his departure. The funeral services were held in the M. E. church, Tuesday, June 10th, conducted by Rev. F.

A. Cox, assisted by Rev. J. A. Green and Rev.

H. F. Odell. The body was laid at rest in the Sharon Springs cemetery. SLEEP AND REST.

Sleep, Comrade, sleep, and take your rest, Your battle's o'er, and on your breast, the dear old flag lies folded. Your comrades down gather each round cheek your the bier, silent tear is stealing. We know your valor and your worth, but ne'er again on this earth, we'll greet you. But out beyond the Picket line, where Christ commands in Camp divine, we'll meet you. The long roll sounds; the lines of blue, In silence gather for review, But the line that's left is weak and thin, Their forms are bent, Their eyes are dim; But their hearts beat strong within the love of God and Country.

In the Camp above all wars shall cease; The arms are stacked, and the flag of peace floats o'er its battlements. But the colors of one flag are there; the stars, the blue the blood of Christ, it cleanseth you; our uniforms are white. Then sleep, dear Comrade, take your rest, life's cares are over, and on your breast The Flag you love is folded. -A Comrade. Mrs.

Oscar Johnson died at Mercy hospital, Denver, Monday: Funeral services were held at the home of Eric Johnson and at the Stockholm church Wednesday, and were conducted by Rev. Greene. Interment was made in the Stockholm cemetery. She leaves a husband, mother and two children to mourn her' loss, besides other relatives and many friends. The STRAND OBITUARY.

WEEKLY PROGRAM Friday night, William Desmond in "Paddy O'Harra," a thrilling war drama; also a Keystone comedy, 10 and 20c, plus war tax. Saturday night, Dorris Kenyon in "The Great White Trail." This is the picture we have been trying to secure for a long time. Scenes1 are taken in Alaska, and a powerful story, make up "The Great White Trail." Take our advice once and don't miss it. Admission 15 and 35c, plus war tax. Monday night, second episode of "Vengence and The Woman," a powerful serial starring William Duncan and Carrol Halloway; also two roaring comedies.

Wednesday night, Alice Brady in "Her Silent Sacrifice." A fine drama with a popular and beautiful star. Admission 10 and 20c plus war tax. We take pride in asking you to compare the above weekly program with the BEST being shown anywhere. All big town pictures that you would count it a privilege to see if you were in the city. Why not see them when we bring them to your own doors.

PUBLIC SALE, I will sell at my ranch 4 miles west and 2 miles south of Weskan, and 18 miles southwest of Sharon Springs, on THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 1918, commencing at 10 a. the following property: 160 acres-LAND-160 acres. Fine alfalfa ranch, about 1,000 growing trees 60 acres alfalfa, fenced and cross-fenced, with stables, sheds, corrals, etc. 15 Horses 15 5 brood mares ranging in weight from 1000 to 1600 2 with colts side; 3 with foal; 2 fillies, 2 yrs. old; 4 yearlings; 1 3-yr.

old stallion; one pet saddle horse will be given to the Red Cross. 125 Cattle 125 63 head cows, some Short-Horn, some Angus, 2. and 3 yrs. old with calves by side. 1 Registered Hereford Bull 2 yrs.

old. 1 pure bred Aberdeen Angus Bull 3 yrs. old. Farming Implements. 1 eight sixteen Avery Tractor, one Ford, 1 Witte gasoline engine, one iron gasoline barrel, 1 alfalfa renovator, one grindstone, 1 mower, hayrake, all nearly new; 1 buggy, 1 anvil post drill, bits, and other blacksmith tools, 1 new cream separator 750 1 good farm wagon, 1 broom-corn bailer, 1 broom-corn scraper, a number of good posts, some new lumber, I good two-row weeder, 1 potato digger, 1 potato planter, (new), 1 sulky plow, 2 sets work harness, 1 corn binder.

Household Goods. 1 gasoline range, 1 Majestic range, (new), 1 large kitchen cabinet (new), 1 buffet (nearly new), 2 dressers (nearly new), 1 pedestal dining table (new), 4 beds, springs, mattresses, 5 good rockers, 1 set dining chairs. 1 extension table, 3 stand tables, 1 cheffnier, 1 commode, 1 heating stove (good as new), 1 sewing machine, 1 piano, organ, 1 spring cot, 2 Wilton velvet rugs 9x12. 1 small frange in good order, 1 ingrain carpet, several yards inlaid linolcum; some rag carpet; all kinds kitchen utensils and other articles too numerous to mention. Some books.

TERMS OF months time will be given, purchaser giving note with approved security, bearing 10 per cent interest from date. 5 per. cent discount for cash. No goods removed from ground until satisfactory settlement is made. Lunch will be served on the grounds.

MRS. CHARLOTTE E. KRESS, Owner. Col. J.

G. Felts, Auctioneer. Albert Monson, Clerk. WARMER THE; WEATHER FOR THE WEEK. Weather warm, with wind in south weat.

Ice as an Investment 4 The small sum it costs for ice to keep your butter, cream and milk fresh and wholesome will net you a big profit in health and good nature. 4 And besides, it protects your investment in foods by preventing spoilage. I Let us send our wagon to you and keep your refrigerator filled E. J. ERICKSON CONFECTIONERY NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMIN ISTRATRIX.

State of Kansas. Wallace County. ss. the matter of the estate of Cornelous V. M.

Johnson. late of Wallace County, Kansas. Notice of Appointment. Notice is hereby given. that on the 1st day of June, A.

D. 1918. the undersigned was. by the Probate Court of Wallace county. Kansas.

duly appointed Administratrix of the estate of Cornelous V. M. Johnson. deceased, late of Wallace county. deceased.

All parties interested will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. Mrs. Martha M. Herring. W' E.

Ward. Atty. 33-3t Administratrix WANTED per ton delivered at Swift's Station in Sharon Springs. 28-tf LOST -A small Shepherd Dog about 5 months old. Finder please notify Peter Hendrickson, 25-tf Chance, Kans, GERMANS FORCE THE FRENCH BACK Kaiser's Troops Succeed in Taking Three More Villages Near Montdidier.

THE HUNS WASTING MANY LIVES Correspondents Declare Battle One of Most Furious Since War Began Americans Make Gain. Washington, June The Germans, in the center of their new attack on the front between Montdidier and Noyon, have gained additional ground against the French, but on both the right and left wings they are being held. In violent successive attacks yesterday, they captured the villages of Myr, Belloy and St. Maure, and also pressed forward and gained a footing in the village of Marqueglise, the last named place representing the deepest point of penetration since the offensive began-between five and six miles. The French still are exacting a heavy toll in lives from the Germans as they celiver their attacks in waves, and are piving ground only when forced to do so under superiority of numbers.

Nowhere has the enemy been able to pierce the front, which has been bent back in perfect order whenever the necessity arose. Enemy Wastes Many Lives. The battle is described by correspondents as one of the most furious that has been fought since the war began, with the enemy unusually reckless in wasting life to gain his objectives, The latest official communication from the German war office says additional ground has been gained by the Germans southwest of Noyon against newly brought up French reinforcements and that the Germans have taken about 8,000 prisoners and some guns. Near Bussiares, northwest of Chateau again have delivered strong attacks against the Germans and taken more ground. They also captured a number of prisoners and thirty machine guns.

On the remainder of the front in France and Belgium the operations have been of a minor nature, although south of the Somme the British near Bouzecort, have carried out an operation which straightened out a threatening salient that sagged in their line. Huns Start New Drive. Paris, June feeling of confidence evident whon the first announcement was made that the Germans had resumed their offensive seemed justified by a statement tonight that the enemy's attack on the approximately 22-mile front had succeeded in advancing a bare four miles at one point only and then at an appaling cost. Everywhere, the statement said, the Germans were being held. The new thrust was directed at the sector between Montdidier and Noyon, the Germans.

having succeeded in gaining ground to a depth of about two and a half miles at certain points, according to the war office announcement tonight. The fighting was very heavy and the French offered a powerful resistance to the multiplied efforts of the enemy and finally succeeded in checking the advance, particularly on the two wings. The text of the statement reads: Hun Thrust Checked. "A new offensive begun this morning by the German army developed with sustained violence on a front of thirty-five kilometers (approximately 21.8 miles) between Montdidier and the Oise. The enemy, in great force, multiplied his efforts to drive through our lines, but our troops everywhere sustained the shock along the entire battle line.

Stubborn engagements stopped or seriously retarded the enemy thrust. "To the left the Germans did not succeed in crossing our covering zone and were strongly held by our troops on the line of Rubescourts, Le Fretey and Mortemer, which they reached. Some Progress in Center. "On tie center the progress of the enemy was more appreciable. After successive attacks, which were murderous for their troops, the Germans succeeded in taking foot in the villages of Ressons-Sur-Matz and Marsnil, where our units of the first lines continued to offer defense, foot by foot.

"On the right, the enemy met with resistance not less energetic, and notwithstanding his repeated efforts, we hold him on the front comprising tolval, ourt and Ville." an.