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THE RICHMOND PLANET NADE - COUNTRY - WORLD MEN'S VIRGINIA VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 49. EDITED BY GHANELLS TOURING TRAVELS A Touring Expedition—A. Broken Shaft and its Troubles—The Sturley Steamway—In Charlottesville on Sunday—Recharging a Battery On the Way to the Shenandoah Valley. St. Philip's P. E. Church opened a soup kitchen Saturday afternoon, and nineteen families were served with beef birth and bread. Committee, Miss Hester L. Williams, Miss A. E. Williams, Miss Susie Crump, Mrs. Amie K. Hughes and Olive Jackson, Chairman. Any person having a donation will kindly leave it at the Roctober, 506 St. James Street. Soup days will be Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. TRIP AROUND THE WORLD Trouble and pleasure travel to together tender fashion. Sometimes one travels in front and sometimes the other. I thought of this when I left Richmond, Virginia. Fancy afternoon, October 11, 1948 in the fine Sunshine Steam Car, Model 732 of the 1948 types. I had heard a rattling somewhere about the car several days before. It did not af- foe. The running, of the car but it would me and I tood Robinson Davis, to whom he been assigned the duty of operating the car that I would not leave the city until I had located the trouble. As he was over unlucky to take the trip, he hunted for the trouble Thursday night, but could not locate it. THE Cause of THE TROUBLE. He went after it almost Friday morning and found out that the collar on the dressing gown which obtained the prize had woven loose. He tried all he could but the collar would not take the threads anymore. Finally we took the ear up to the Stanley room in the Waldorf, 1917. We asked Stetson and Janeway in the Richmond Street Car Corporation, when the dresses the Oscar staged, the one made who took the Snow cars in Richmond, tried all that he could to serve the collar back in place and it would not take the threads. TOOK THE THREADS I stood cooking in him. I had expected to leave Riemond not later than twelve o'clock that day for an extended touring trip, in company with The Panet Office force consisting of Rossee C. Mitchell, John R. Cockill and Robinson Davis. Finally I called up a machinist and he advised that one of the threads be cut at the trouble must be either in the shaft or in the collar. But this did not seem to remedy the trouble. The threads would not hold. I aske I Mr. Bourne to let me try it. The threads would not hold. I had no better luck than either of them. Then I thought of lightly trapping the collar. It needed like a charma and the collar took the threads. It may be well to say that Mr. Bourne had taken the driving shaft out of the car to fix it. A FECELIAR COMBINATION When he put it back in place, we were ready to go back to The Planet Office. It was 4 P. M. Friday when we started on our long journey. We were well prepared for the trip. We were enroute to Charlottesville, Staunton, etc. I know something about the steam car, but Robinson, having laid around Machinist Bourne, like "Grant around Richmond" knows more about it than I know. However when I was in Chicago recently I had visited the plant there and studied the mechanical make up of the machine. It is a locomotive adjuster and readjusted, aligned and realized to run as an automobile with kerosene or gasoline or a mixture of both as a fuel. ON THE WAY OUT There are very few of the cars in use in Richmond. In fact, the agency here is not quite a year old and when I purchased the car, there were only five of them here. The first time I saw it, I took it to a Backard. There are no gears to shift, no spark pumps to look after, no valves to grind and no clutches to worry. I had 1 satchels, 1 bankets and other equipments in the car. I even carried a large funnel with a strainer to take care of the kerosene. We went out the Hermitage Road. All went well until we had gone about fifteen miles, when Robinson announcing that the pumps were not working. He couldn't get any kerosene to the burners. We had engergy treatment for this and in the night time we got busy helping him fix the trouble. In working on the car the loose tubing came in contact with the wiring, short circuited the wires and left the car in darkness. A BROKEN DRIVING ROD. Rossoe undertook the task of act. to the station and the lights were turned on again. We drove the car in the garden of a farm house, saved by sir, j. j. j. Clarke. We wrote writer in the boiler and we got it. We had reached goodfull, so when Robinson did get like the order of the indicators and he announced that the driving shalt the had been taken out that morning, was not working. He examined it andchiedred that it had either become the contracted or was broken. He went to work with Rosecoe and soon taken it from the car. He was right, it was broken. WANTED TO GO ON I suggested that we give the trip but this did not move with fever, I should to thank the road. We got down the curtilage. It is after one of clock and with the blankets and pillars, all of us were soon in the land of dreams. When morning came, I saw to first and walked around. Mr. T. L. Store, who operates the country store and who owns several hundred parcels on me, he asked I would furnish the sells both cosmetics and kerosine. He had to phone in his house and in reply to my queries, he informed me that I could use it, but he barely thought I could not get a connection to Richmond in an hour. He tried though with no success. He was of the opinion that "Central" was not up yet. LENDEY TRUCK I liked to hire the Ford car. I loved him the price. I need the car to go to it to the airport store. He said, "You'll use the race car. In return to my country as to the prices, he said, "I hardly know what to charge you. I impose about $7.00 or $8.00." I had arranged to go back with Robbinson and the problem smart. Joining Rosseau and Coffill with the Stanley steam car, when down the road came the automobile jerrycans that operates on this site. We not in it and were on our car to the Stanley headquarters for a tour. AN ACCOUNTING OWNER W. worked Brook Avenue and I, I worked in 1970 Saturday morning. This one was 8:40 and I gave the driver fifty cents more to carry to 11:00 West Broad Street. Mr. Chervonet came and Mr. Willie Dillen came there. They were brought on cruise and a few moments later Mr. Chervonet was ready with a new part he was ready off one in the shop. A crew was at his service. I went to the Platina Office and then home. It was about 12 wolfock when we arrived in Georgetown. I failed to state that while drawing water from the well, Roscoe had the mifortune to deep his down in the well. All choices to "sail" is cut with the buck. I tailed and I Corbitt loaned him a paper that he was carrying along. THE HAT AND THE WELL Mr. Bourne made the repairs in short order. Then I decided to go back down the road to get the hat out of the wool. Mr. Clarke had gotten it out and it was hanging from a nail in one of the rooms. The hulless head being covered, we started again for Charlotte-sville, Va. Mr. Bourne wished us back as he disappeared down the roadway. On coming up he had engine problems with the gas car track that he was driving. Robinson adjusted that for him. He knew all about the Stanley steam car, but as he remarked, "I don't know a ____ thing about these cars. UNDER WAY AT LAST We were now ecurate to Charlottesville. We had no trouble. The car was running fine. We passed through Mineral, Louis and then finally we saw the mountains rising in the distance. Robinson was ecstatic as he saw the stainer climb the crades. He was to see more of its efficiency. The electric lights were soon out again. There was a leak somewhere for the battery was "dead." I found out that Irving May Company recharged batteries in Charlottesville. This one was left there Saturday night and as it takes from 18 to 48 hours to recharge a battery, it was necessary to spend Sunday in Charlottesville. CAPT CONN AND HIS TROUBLES I聆led on Captain O. G. Coun. He had just gone down town, his Madame informed me from an upstairs room. He had been down with the Spanish Influenza and his wife and two children were in the bed with it. Mrs. Coun said that no one would come near them on this account. I laughed at this and vaulted upstairs into the room where they were all in bed. I told her I would come again. Then I went out to get a place to spend the night. I met Mr. J. H. Ferguson. His daughter was III with the Spanish Influenza. MRS. COLE SICK, TOO. I met Mr. Charles E. Cole. He allowed me the privilege of parking the Stanley steam car on his two lots. His wife and daughter were ill with RICI MOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1918. "NO MAN'S LAND" By Lucian Between contending ste A blasted world is void There only Death may The warriors call it "I And yet wherever love Wherever murderous And Liberty belies her That place is "NO M Between contending storms of strife A blasted world is void of life; There only Death may move or stand The warriors call it "NO MAN'S LAND!" And yet wherever love is not, Wherever murderous hate is hot And Liberty belies her name That place is "NO MAN'S LAND" the same! the dreaded epidemic. He had one room in bed room, I took this eye and Husseen, Cusbill, and Robinson "camped" in the parlor. They and clubmates and pillows for the par- ses. Mr. Cole had room for them by doubling up but they occupied the arrangement. I had purchased a house from my good friend, Thomas W. Eames, who has been engaged in the grocery business for five years. He is a stamina friend and admirer of The Planet and its life. RECHARGING THE BATTERY The next day was Sunday and Robinson was so anxious to get away that he wanted to go down and get the battery any way, before it had only recharged. When we went down Sunday afternoon, to get the battery, Mr. Living was out, the description was slick, the key to the story was lost and orders were not noted on Sunday. I found out that the window was not fastened down, two on the employ or went in, moving obliged the lay and got the battery. The Stanley technom was the centre of attraction. ELECTRIC LIGHT TROUGHER The battery was installed and they we found out that the lights would not work. The wires were short attached. We found the cause of the trouble. Mr. L. S. Hoffman, a white gentleman, came to our assistance and gave us advice. He is proprietor of the Hoffman Auto Repair Shop, at Third and Water Streets. We were then ready, but it was too late to take the road that night and so we went to bed to start out early the next morning. In passing, Mr. Charles Cole, Jr., of J. P. Bettel Company, undertakers, was of no assistance to us. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. Violinist Encouraged. Andrew Edwards, violinist, student of Virginia Union University has a recital arranged. Same will be advertised as soon as quarantine is fitted. Mr. R. Powell and Mr. Darabun, of Union are now under the instruction of Edwards, who expects to extend the art of violin execution, also enlighten the public in recitals and concerts. MARINE DISASTER COSTS FIFTY LAYERS Washington, October 1.—The American steamer Herman Frasch, a small cargo carrier manned by a navy crew and in the overseas supply service, has been sunk in a collision at sea with a loss of probably fifty of her crew. The vessel collided at night with the American tank steamship George C. Henry, about 150 miles southeast of the Nova Scotia coast and went down in seven minutes. She carried a crew of about thirteen officers and seventy-six men, and survivors reported number only forty-one. The Henry, with a hole stove in her how above the waterline, picked up the survivors and stood by all night hunting for others. When day light came she abandoned the search and resumed her voyage. There were few details in a brief dispatche upon which the Navy Department today based an announcement of the disaster, and the date was not given. --- COLORED BANKS DESIGNATED AS DEPOSITORIES FOR SCHOOL FUNDS. The Richmond City School Board has designated the Mechanics Savings Bank and the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank as the depositories for the savings of the colored pupil in the Public School of the City of Richmond. B. Watkins forms of strife and of life; remove or stand— NO MAN'S LAND!" is not, nate is hot name— MAN'S LAND" the same! FLORENCE LETTER Horneen, S. C., October 14. There are quite a number of people with the Spanish Influence. Among those who think they had a right counsel but no proof, are the Jesuits due Webster, Rev. C. C. Moore and E. B. Webster. The cannot persevere are out without having any sign except a slight bad oud. All of the churches and school houses of the city and county are still closed without any knowledge of when they will open. Lagueuse Miller, an industrious young man, was of C. and Mrs. C. Miller died on Sunday A. M. and was buried at Baptist Grace and Tuesdoy, October 14. That Spanish Influence has entailed it occurred in this office during last week but so far has received such good treatment that it seems as if it rested in some mook where it now belongs its strength to pay another good visit. The office force has been on the bedouin and is now down in the moshes with plenty of ammunition, cowries and an old fashioned musket and tool in saving that we don't think it will be necessary to give it a hot time. Mrs. M. E. Wooden, of Derlinton, S. C. passed through the city recently enroute to Latta to visit her husband at his work. The Local Examination Board for the selective draft, F. S. A. of Florence County was composed of five persons, three white and two colored, viz. Dr. F. P. Carrrington, County Clerk, Mr. Frankley and Mr. W. O. Keith, of Timmonsville, S. C., while the colored were Dr. W. F. Holmes and E. B. Webster, Dr. Carrrington and Mr. Frankley have died with Spanish indulenza and Dr. Holmes has been out to sick In Memoriam JONES In sad, but loving memory of 11. Endom Jones, who departed this life October 17, 1912. His parents, J. E. and ROSA K. JONES Mrs. Victoria Johnson, of 209 W. Federal Street has returned home from a two months' visit to her son, Undertaker John B. Johnson, of Bridgeport, Conn. Miss Maria Payne, daughter of Recruit and Mrs. Julian Payne, 1212 N. Twenty-fifth Street, who has been confirmed to be a member or more than a week with the Spanish Bulletinza, is now much improved. She hopes to be out in a few days. FULTON NOTES Mr Norman Yates, of the F. S. Transport Poaceontas, is visiting his people of 725 Denny Street, Fulton. Though the church buildings have been closed, because of the great e'demic, many people are kicking, not knowing that they have a great opportunity for real Christian service by giving our aid in some way, of cooperation with the Health Department and our doctors. (The devil causes us to kick and fuss.) Let us take things as they are, simply trusting in God. Remember the great words which Jesus will pronounce at the judgment. Not how many times you went to the church building, but the real service you rendered to Him; that is, one of His least ones. Let us put more stress on real service, than congregating for praise or learning to serve. Many are very sick, but are improving. The Influenza is well under control. E. B. WEBSTER GOLLED RECRIVENT IS FIGHTING IN FRANCE MEMBERS OF THE OLD 15TH N. Y. AWARDED FRENCH WAR CROSS FOR BAVERY. (Continued from Last Week.) "I thought their shells had messed us up a good deal," he said afterward "but man you should've seen what we come to them. Say, when our machine comes out through with 'et', they look at like a bunch of Swiss cheeses." "The Negras' cookies" unite this boot-trimmed conjoined the French herder command of their solidely philtric French officers with whom I talked were delighted with them. One old man how he himself had seen in German land toope explode under the nose of two Negrouts in an advanced post burying them under an avalanche of mud. The post wrought out and throb both were slightly wounded remained where they were. "Myself, I should probably have not be a stripper refreshed to a safer spot" The Frenchman sold with a smile. The regional commuter had it away in hospital counsel from a broken sale home. On one of the intensive a ruin resorts he took the clothes and broken shoes on were wearing on St. Benhould. The rumor was baseless of course, but the Cabinet just could not and it no longer. He climbed in to see out of her seeping inside for unnecessary protests, clad crimson, hosted himself into his Ford and sat in search of the project. By the time he looked it in his condition was such he was quite unable to keep on his feet. He insisted, however in confining an register headquarters and throughout the house late night stoked up the commando, at time having him all implanted so the tiring line on an altar or so that he might see how those were going. 1774 AAAA COLONEL EM BARRASSED The lieutenant Colonel was in act of obedience of the perils of activity on the date of July 14 the Chief of the trench Division, which is the trench Division, which is the Commandant's army. Dissipated of the New Jersey order of battle and pronounced perfect, he called on the Lieutenant Colonel at the last post, so coach and perform the title honoured of masters of kissing the sheer and giving the regimental commander the accolade - a kiss on either cheek - that is the classic prelude to entry into battle. The Lieutenant Colonel himself was a bit embarrassed chiefly because of the ill-conceived ninth of his orderlies. " Their grins lie up the whole country side like a gun shell," he told us. A. H. P. M. French counter preparation fire began to be followed by the German destructive bombardment at midnight. For tour hours Krupp guns of every caliber plastered hound rods of square miles of front with high explosive, trapped and gas. Nothing more stupidous than that shelling could be conceived by the mind of man to quote a French siff officer who had been at Verdun and the Somme. Our Nigeres stuck tight. Whether they were in well-built dugouts or out in open trenches, they never quailed. In the midst of the bombardment the Liennant Colonel was asked by the French whether he could establish some sort of communication with the French regiment on his right. Its wires had been cut and its position was such it was impossible to get messages back to divisional head quarters with sufficient speed. With our even calling for volunteers, he directed half a dozen of his men to act as runners from his own P. C. to that of the French Colonel. These runners were obliged to cover about two miles through the darkness, exposed to the drummist barrage all the way. None of them failed, none of them failed to deliver the message entrusted to him—and none of them by virtue of the amazing luck that has clung to the regiment, was killed. THE German infantry attacked at 4:30 in the morning. In their advanced trenches the Negroes had left only a few patrols with orders to withdraw as soon as they found themselves outnumbered. But almost every yard of the trenches had been sown with dynamite and hundreds of Bochs were blown to atoms the moment they jumped into them. In the positions along our main line of resistance our Negroes waited with unshake en nerve for the foe to appear. We never did. Battered by our curtain of fire, enfiladed by volleys from machine guns tucked away in deep dugouts and brought up only when their creeping barrage had passed by panicky lest mines explode under their feet, the Germans never got beyond the front line the Allies had delicately abandoned before the onslaught began. By S. A. M., their left hand had been completely checked without the necessity of a counter attack. An hour later the Nero unit was ordered to move to the Left, where the fighting was still at its height, and a counter thrust by our side appeared advisable. The companies were obligated to make their way southward under shelter almost as severe as the preparatory bombardment they had just undergone. They marched in little wolley separated groups, creeping along four almost parallel roads. "As I watched them hiking along with shells cutting capers wherever one booked," the Lieutenant Colonel contended, "I was willing to have the war end right then and there. Webb they got through and into their new one, in immediate reserve without a single casualty back again." More of the same kind of good fortune followed. The enemy suddenly ceased to struggle in this see or and so the proposed counter attack was called on. Circumstances made it impenance, however for the Americans to go into the firing line again. For four hours they had sat tight under the heaviest artillery hammering the world has seen; for four more they and stood by to repel bourbons; for another four they had marched over country, still under cerifice shell; they were dejected and with our food or water. Yet they moved into line without a whimper and an inch buck served them well. They had an insignificant percentage of cosmetics, while the French troops took well by hiking we raced over the same path, suffered severe cuts. Furthermore, the poster rapidly became so quiet, rations and supplies were brought up the same night. The sector did not remain quiet long of course. Next day in fact, it wafted to brisk activity, for the French had already begun the series of little rushes in which they drove the go back to his line of departure — that is out of the advanced trench closest he had been permitted to occupy — superiority. The tactics employed played for local attacks by an assault groups little larger than parallels. One of these groups would change a certain German center of resistance and in savage barrage fights an enemy it of Baches, whose territory had been weakened by his dispiriting failure of their colossal push. There was always sharp fighting poised on a small scale. Tronches had disappeared, blotted out by the artillery of both sides, and barbed wire was unknown. The enemy constantly sought to another with gas, and daily the Negroes staged four and five hours in their masks. "I dislike this mask intensely," remarked Private Casey Jones, the Colonel's cook after telling me about these gas attacks, "but out there I wouldn't have sold it for a million dollars." The Germans "sprinkled shells around most proprisonously," as one volunteer put it, during all this period. They were particularly busy with their 77s, using them to scrape at individuals, which is soldot done by artillery. Big calibre projectiles to up the areas immediately behind the firing line. One Krupp 280 killed 3 men and thirty six horses and wounded two men and six horses. I have never heard of a single shell doing so much damage before. On August 7 the regiment captured its first prisoner. The German had leaped at Private George Chapman in the course of a night patrol encounter. George managed to wrest his adversary's writ from his grip and then "my excitement being quite considerable," as he explained to his lieutenant afterwards, he threw the weapon as he and fell upon the Boche with his fists. The latter was game and a good boxer, so that George had quite a pussle before he could count his opponent out and drag him back a prisoner. ONLY ONE MAN "MISSING" The night of August 11 was memorable because it witnessed three raids in the Negroes' sector, one staged by them and two by the Bochs. Our boys penetrated a mole or so in the enemy lines, but found nothing for their trouble. The Germans made a prisoner in their second raid, but there is good reason to believe he died from the severe wounds he had received before they could get him back to their trenches. He is the only man the regiment has had to report as missing. Shortly before the Negroes were relieved and sent into repose, for the first time since the middle of April there occurred the affray I described in an exclusive cable dispatched to the World on August 22, in which Serg. William Butler distinguished himself by killing four Germans, notally wounding their officer, putting a dozen others to rout and liberating thereby a white officer and four Negro privates whom the Bochs were carrying off into captivity. —New York Age. WANTED—A Good Linotype Operator at once. Good salary to the right one. Apply to The Star Printing Company, 511 25th Street, Newport Virginia. PRICE, FIVE CENTS FUNERAL OF MRS. TROTTER. Notted for Her Work Among the Colored Race. The funeral of Mrs. Geraldine Louise Pindell, wife of William Monroe Trotter, editor of the Guardian, was held yesterday at 2 o'clock from her home; 37 Sawyer avenue her home; 75 Sawyer avenue her home. The Rev. Walter D. McClane rector of St. Wartholomews Episcopal Church of Cambridge conducted the service with the Episcopal ritual, "Crossing the Bar" and "Fear Ne Not, O Israel," from "Elib" were sung by Harry Delmoreton. The gray casket was banked with a profusion of beautiful floral tributes one from the Boston Literary Association; another from the man of the Parker House. The honorary pathe bearers were William D. Brigham, E. T. Morris; C. H. Pinnum; William L. Reed, M. E. Brown; Dr. J. Washington Hill the Rev. M. A. N. Shaw. The active ball bearers were E. P. Benjamin; William P. Hare; James Anderson; Robert Johnson; Frederick Brooks; Private David G. Merris adopted son of the deceased, from Camp Devens; A. D. P. Russell and Dr. H. W. Ross. There was a large attendance of friends. Interment was a foreview cemetery Hyde Park, Mrs. Trotter left to mourn their loss her mother, Mrs. Mary Pindell; a sister Miss Gerude Pindell; a foster brother and her husband. Gregline Louise Troffer was born in Boston October 3, 1872 the daughter of Charles E. and Mary Pindell. She was educated in the Boston schools and for 10 years was book keeper for Eli Cooley claim decoara for until she married Mr. Troffer. June 27, 1899, in the same house where she died October 9, 1918, at the age of 46 years. Her chief life work was associate inport of the Boston Guardian an encom for equal rights for colored amateurs, published by Mr. Troffer. But she enraged in much publicized work. She occurred pardons " several colored inmates of the State prison, notably the late William E. Hill, who had been there more than 16 years. She was executive chairman of the Boston Liber Association, arranging the living cup presentation to Moorfield Storey in Fenwal Hall. She organized a women's anti-lynching committee, and was a member of the Equal Rights League. Her chief activities recently were for the colored soldiers. She presented the national colors to the 18th Engineers at Camp Devens in behalf of the State. Organized the Goolmothers' Association to this, the only colored unit, which went overseas from Massachusetts and began organizing with a "circle of cheer" at Newburyport. She was a member of the Soldiers Comfort Unit and Sunday hostess at its War Service centre. Her last set was to send fruit to the colored soldiers at Camp Devens who were ill with influenza. She was a communist of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dorechester. Few members of her race were better known. She was an able newspaper woman and ready public speaker. Mrs. Sadie Etta Brown Gone Died October 15, 1918 at 10:50 o'clock Sadie Eita Brown after a brief illness of Pneumonia. She leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, Allen Brown, father, three sisters and a host of relatives. She was before marriage Miss Sadie Harris, Shetaught school one term at Woodville and at Benedict, Her death has caused a deep regret among her many friends. A STUDENTS ARMY TRAINING CORPS AT A. A. AND T. The Students' Army Training Corps of the Agricultural and Technical College begins October 15th, 1918. Allcolored men from 18 to 21 years ofage who have a public school education or its equivalent should enroll in the Students' Army Training Corps,should, lodging, tuition and clothes are furnished and one dollar a daypaid by the United States Government. Army Officers will be selected from among the men who enroll in the Students' Army Training Corps. The military training will be supplemented by strong courses in Sanitation, Mathematics, Science and English. For further information write today to JAS. B. DUDELY, President Greensboro, N. C. Death of Mrs. Martha Williams. Passed peacefully away at her residence, 106 E. Byrd St., Wednesday October 16, 1918, Mrs. Martha Williams, beloved wife of Mr. Wade Williams. She is survived by her husband four children, mother Mrs. Julia Gregory, one brother, Mr. William Rollins. The funeral services were conducted at the grave in Woodland Cemetery, Friday October 18, 1918 at 1 o'clock P. M. --- SATURDAY ```markdown ``` MANIFEST DEEP INTEREST IN THE GERMAN NOTE. (Continued from Sixth Page.) ner in which Germany's ostensible acceptance of the President's principles is communicated to the world. If the purpose was to affect the morale of our army and the people at home, I believe it will fail. Personally, I believe Germany must be made to suffer the horrors of war, either by invasion or by the payment of tremendous indemnities, for the ruin and wrongs she has wrought so she may be deterred from ever disturbing the peace of the world again." Proved Herself Greatest Outlaw Says Mr. New, Senator Harry S. New, Indiana: "Germany is evidently seeking to accomplish by diplomacy what she has failed to do with her armies. I greatly fear we are in more danger of a diplomatic defeat than we are from armed attack. For four years Germany has run an attack in the world. During this time she has crushed Belgium, devastated France, strangled Serbia and made a shamles of Russia. She has proved herself the greatest outlaw in history. Now that she feels that the tables are turned against her, she appeals to the President, and says from this time forward let us carry on the war by correspondence. I do not believe that the people of the United States or of our allies are ready to accept a negotiated peace or that they will consent to it. The only end to this war which can or will be acceptable is the unconditional surrender of an enemy who has worked wreck and destruction for four years without conscience and without stint." Senator Thomas P. Gore, Oklahoma: "Is it a new face that Germany is turning towards the American people or is it the same old face behind the mask? Since the President's note was sent, I have been wondering what our answer would be in case Germany should answer as she has answered. How far are the fourteen propositions laid down last January binding under the changed circumstances? American People Want Peace, Not Truce. > "I am not certain that the American people under the present circumstances should be satisfied with anything less than the passing of the Hohenzollern. We want a peace, not a truce. "If Germany, by the manner she pursued of gaining publicity for her peace maneuver, sought to weaken the morale of the country, it is merely an added instance of misreading the minds of our people. I think the reaction will be distinctly injurious to Germany." Senator Gilbert M. Hitchcock, Nebraska chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee; "Germany's action in sending broadcast the reply to the President's inquiries would indicate that she is anxious to bring about an armistice as soon as possible. This country is on record as opposed to secret diplomacy, and Germany, it would appear is carrying out this principle to the limit. "The whole question of a peace at this time rests upon Germany's willingness to give sufficient guarantees." Senator Porter J. McCumber, North Dakota: "The main purpose of Germany in giving wide publicity to the reply would seem to be a desire to place their offer before the world, and especially before their sympathizers, so that if their offer were refused, the charge could be made that we were carrying on an unnecessary war. "The more I consider the reply the more I am led to the firm conviction that it would be grossly unjust to enter upon any terms of peace with Germany short of absolute surrender." Favors Generals Carrying on Their Kind of Diplomacy Senator Howard Sutherland, West Virginia: "The method by which Germany made public her reply to the inquiries of President Wilson would indicate that she is seeking to literally conform to the first of the fourteen principles of peace as laid down by President Wilson on January 8th. If the pending correspondence means final and complete capitulation on the part of Germany and the acceptance by her people of such terms as are entirely satisfactory to our allies, as well as to the people of the United States, then let peace be concluded. "Since the co-ordinated armies of the allies are now compelling this move on the part of Germany, it would be well to let the general conducting them to continue the kind of diplomacy they are now carrying on. It is the only kind for which the rulers of Germany have any respect. We should not weaken when a victorious peace is in sight." Senator James A. Reed, Missouri: "The widespread publication of the German reply, far from weakening the fighting morale of the allies, will strengthen it, but it will break up the morale of the German armies and of the armies of her allies. For it shows that the German military machine is in desperate straits. It may be claimed that this peace move will clacken the response to the Liberty But it has." PRESIDENT WILSON DECLINES TO DEAL WITH HUN REGIME. Armistice Impossible White For Violates Law on Land and Sea. It Means Decisional to Hobokenlem Rule. Enemy Must Give Absolute Safeguards and Guarantees of Good Faith, of Good Faith, "Unconditional Surrender," No Advantage Gained by Allied and American Arms Is to Be Jeopardized. (By Associated Press.) Washington, Oct. 14—President Wilson has answered Germany's peace proposal with a decision which not only fulfills the expectations of porters of his diplomacy, but also dispels the fears of those who predicted he would substitute victories at arms with defeats at diplomacy. No peace with Kaiserism! Autocracy must go! No armistice can even be thought of while Germany continues her atrocities on land and sea; one cannot be considered unless it is fully dictated by the allied commanders in the field in such terms as absolutely provide safeguards and guarantees that Germany's part will not be a scrap of paper. This, in a few words, is the President's answer. If it does not bring a capitulation, which may be more than unconditional surrender, allied diplomats and American officials believe it may cause a revolution in Germany. Beyond question, it speaks for the entente allies as well as the United States. The dispatch of the President's reply was followed by the issue of this formal statement at the White House by Secretary Tumulty: "The government will continue to send over 250,000 men with their supplies every month, and there will be no relaxation of any kind." Quite outside of the formal phrases of a diplomatic document, that was President Wilson's word to the world that he had no thought of stopping the fighting at this stage. The Senate chamber rang with applause of Senators as the President's answer was read a few minutes after it had been announced at the State Department. Senator Lodge, the President's chief critic in his course until to-day, issued a statement expressing his gratification at the President's decision. Opinion at the Capitol and throughout official Washington was unanimously in approval. Text of the President's Ultimatum to Kaiserism. The official note which will convey the President's decision to the German government, and more important, to the German people, was delivered today by Secretary Lansing to the charge of the Swiss legation, who has been acting as the intermediary. It was given out publicly by Mr. Lansing at the State Department at 6 o'clock this evening. In full, it follows: "Sir,—In reply to the communication of the German government, dated the 12th instant, which you handed me to-day, I have the honor to request you to transmit the following answer: "The unqualified acceptance by the present German government and by a large majority of the Reichstag of the terms laid down by the President of the United States of America in his address to the Congress of the United States on the 8th of January, 1918, and in his subsequent addresses justifies the President in making a frank and direct statement of his decision with regard to the communications of the German government of the 8th and 12th of October, 1918. "It must be clearly understood that the process of evacuation and the conditions of an armistice are matters which must be left to the judgment and advice of the military advisers of the government of the United States and the allied governments, and the President feels it his duty to say that no arrangement can be accepted by the government of the United States which does not provide absolutely satisfactory safeguards and guarantees of the maintenance of the present military force of the armies of the United States and of the allies in the field. He feels confident that he can safely assume that this will also be the judgment and decision of the allied governments. "The President feels that it is also his duty to add that neither the government of the United States nor, he is quite sure, the governments with which the government of the United States is associated as a belligerent, will consent to consider an armistice or to the terms of Germany continue the illegal and humane practices which they still persist in. "At the very time that the German government approaches the government of the United States with proposals of peace, its submarines are engaged in sinking passenger ships at sea, and not the ships alone, but the very boats in which their passengers and crews seek to make their way to safety; and in their present enforced withdrawal from Flanders and France the German armies are pursuing a course of wanton destruction which has always been regarded as in direct violation of the rules and practices of civilized warfare. Cities and villages, if not destroyed, are being stripped of all they contain not only, but often of their very inhabitants. The nations associated against Germany cannot be expected to agree to a cessation of arms while acts of inhumanity, spoliation and desolation are being continued which they justly look upon with horror and with burning hearts. "It is necessary, also, in order that there may be no possibility of misunderstanding that the President should very solemnly call the attention of the government of Germany to the language and plain intent of one of the terms of peace which the German government has now accepted. It is contained in the address of the President delivered at Mount Vernon on the Fourth of July last. Wilson Serves Moving Notice on the Kaiser. "It is as follows: 'The destruction of every arbitrary power anywhere that can separately, secretly and of its single choice disturb the peace of the world; or, if it cannot be presently destroyed, at least its reduction to virtual impotency.' The power which has hitherto controlled the German nation is of the sort here described. It is within the choice of the German nation to alter it. The President's words just quoted naturally constitute a condition precedent to peace, if peace is to come by the action of the German people themselves." "The President feels bound to say that the whole process of peace will, THE RICHMOND PLANET character of the guarantees which can be given in this fundamental matter. It is indispensable that the governments associated against Germany should know beyond a peradventure with whom they are dealing. "The President will make a separate reply to the royal and imperial government of Austria-Hungary. "Accept, sir, the renewed assurances of my high consideration. (Signed) 'ROBERT LANSING. "Mr. Frederick Oederlin, charge d'affaires and interina, in charge of German interests in the United States." One outstanding point which does not appear in the President's note—a point on which the world has been asking questions can be answered tonight. When the President declared that the wrong done to France when Germany took Alsace-Lorraine should be righted, he meant that Alsace-Lorraine should be returned to France. Those who contend that the President's decision arranges the situation for something more than an unconditional surrender base it on the argument that he has now passed the stage where he might have accepted a surrender of the German military and naval forces and left the Hohenzollern amberacy on its throne. Must Get Rid of Kaiser If They Would Have Peace. Mr. Wilson, according to this view, has now finally informed the German people that if they want peace they can only attain it by getting rid of the Kaiser and his system. An armistice, it is true, might come first and the details of the downfall of the German autocratic government might be arranged later. But this is what an armistice would entail. First, a stop to the atrocities on hand and sea and the systematic desegregation and devastation in the wake of the retreating German armies; then, the disarmament of all the German forces and the deposit of their arms and munitions at points to be chosen by the allied military commanders. Then, the occupation by allied forces of certain German cities or strongholds of strategic importance. Probably also the occupation of all the submarine bases, a turning over of the German fleet. In short, it will entail a taking from Germany of everything with which she might break her word to an armistice. From that point the United States and the allies might proceed to dispose of what remained of Kaiserism if the German people have not done it before, as President Wilson in his note plainly invites them to do. While nowhere in the note does the President openly join with the entente statesmen in the demand that the "chief criminals" must be delivered up for trial, the President's confidants point out that he plainly subscribes to the doctrine that the guilt of bringing on the world war is personal. Must Accept Terms Made By Allied Commander It will be noted that the President completely rejects the German suggestion for a mixed commission to arrange an evacuation and reminds the militarists that they will accept the terms laid down by Marshal Foch and the associated commanders; that they will have no part in framing them. He makes it plain that he does not accept the new German government headed by Chancellor Maximilian, as anything less than autocracy, anything less a creature of German militarism than its predecessors, and warns the German people that unless they destroy it the allied armies will do so. One of the most important points of his note is that in which he acknowledges the present German government's unqualified acceptance of his peace terms and then goes on to show that those terms provide specifically for the substitution of a government wholly responsible to the German people themselves for the present one dominated by the German militarists. Quoting his Mount Vernon speech of July 4, the President reminds Germany that his terms call for "the destruction of every arbitrary power anywhere, that can separately, secretly, and of its single choice disturb the peace of the world; or if it cannot be presently destroyed, at least its reduction to virtual impotency." Here, then, follow the words which proclaim with finality that the autocratic government of Germany must go, and plainly invite the German people to make the change which will bring them peace. "The power which hitherto has controlled the German nation," says the President's reply, "is of the sort here described. It is within the choice of the German people to alter it." The President's words just quoted naturally constitute a condition precedent to peace, if peace is to come by the action of the German people themselves. "The President feels bound to say that the whole process of peace will, in his judgment, depend upon the definiteness and the satisfactory character of the guarantees which can be given in this fundamental matter. It is indispensable that the governments associated against Germany should know beyond perpendure with whom they are dealing," President' Was Laying Foundation For Attack This pronouncement, the President's friends say, fulfills the prediction of those who declared that when he asked Prince Maximilian if he merely represented the military leaders who had been conducting the war he was laying the foundations to show that the new government of Germany is no less autocratic than the others and for a final statement to the German people themselves that nothing but their autocratic government stands between them and the peace which they so fervently desire. This the President's friends say, has been the whole theory of his diplomacy. When the President decided to say that if an armistice should be thought of, it could not be considered without imposing terms to guarantee the good faith of Germany and provide for the maintenance of the military supremacy of the armies of the United States and the entente allies, he doubtedly know what the Allied War Council, acting on the recommendations of Marshal Foch, had decided upon as necessary guarantees. These now are understood to include the occupation of Metz and Strassburg and Coblenz, the strategic keys to Germany. The next move in the great international drama is now expected to take place in Germany while the armies of the belligerents thunder at her gates. Diplomatists are agreed that what must come from Germany now is action, not words. She may offer to comply with the terms and give up the guarantees which would permit an armistice. From that point the disposition of the autocracy might be con- of peace. Otherwise, the opinion is unanimous that the victorious armies of the United States and the entente allies must march on. Luxenburg Asks That Its Rights Be Protected. Amsterdam, Oct. 14.—The little grand duchey of Luxemburg, Germany's neighbor whose country was overrun, even before the invasion of Belgium began, has sent a message to President Wilson appealing to him to protect her rights. Luxemburg it is reported in her appeal, demands the evacuation of its country by the German armies. Northelife Wants Foe Well Beaten Before Peace. (Associated Press.) London, Oct. 14.—"The speed of the German reply is indicative of the anxiety the Germans feel for the safety of their rapidly retreating army," said Viscount Northcliffe to an Associated Press representative to night. "You will remember at the time they were questioned about the Lusitania, they played for delay, delay, delay," he continued. "Now they are fighting to gain days, even hours. As I read their reply, it is neither candle nor straightforward. It consists of evasions. These evasions are made for the purpose of unbalancing the minds of simple folks in allied countries and for the purpose of convining the discontinued section of the German people that the allies will not accept what is declared by them to look like a reasonable offer of peace. "The character of the answer shows the atmosphere of equivocation in which the German government lives and moves. Germany, in fact, only 'declares' herself to comply. She does not comply. She has not accepted the President's terms. She only says—untruly—that those terms have been accepted. "You will remember that in 1870 the Germans, when they had the great French army enveloped at Sedan, declined to give an armistice. Bismarck said: "Germany desires to promote the re-establishment of peace. The best means of assuring it is to deprive France of her army. "If my American friends will look at the maps of their newspapers to-day they will see that Marshal Foch is rapidly driving the Germans into a gigantic Sedan, not the Sedan of the 1870 type, for the number of retreating Germans represent hundreds as compared to tens of Marshal MacMahon's army in 1870. "If we grant an armistice we shall be providing material for a great prolongation of the war. If we leave the matter to Marshal Foch he will end the war. Bulgaria is out. Turkey is going out. Austria-Hungary is on the verge of a revolution. "The combined efforts of Americans, associated with the armies of France, Great Britain, Italy and Belgium, will end this struggle and put a stop to any possible recrudescence of the war." Hum-Directed Ukraine Regime Sees It Wrong. (By Associated Press.) 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Hunts and Olive Jackson, Chairman. Any person having a donation will kindly leave it at the Recycle, St. James Street. Soup days will be Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. TRIP AROUND THE WORLD Trouble and pleasure travel to together tonight fashion. Sometimes one travels in front and sometimes the other. I thought of this when I left Richmond, Virginia. Friday afternoon, October 14, 1948 in the fine Sunshine Steam Car, Model 73M. Of the 1948 type, I had heard a rattling somewhere about the car several days before. It did not after the running, of the car but it wounded me and I told Robinson Davies, to whom has been assigned the duty of operating the car that I would not leave the city until I had located the trouble. As he was over anxious to take the trip, he hunted for the trouble Thursday night, but could not locate it. THE CAUSE OF THE TROUBLE. He went after it armed Friday morning and found out that the collar on the driving seat which operated the pumps had vexed loses. He tried all he could but the collar would not take the threads ammunition. Finally we been up to the Stanley avenue in Richmond, 1411 W. Street Street and known as the Richmond Street Car Corporation, when the diaper Mr. Oscar thumped the mechanic who took the stewen cans in Richmond, tried all that he could to screw the collar back in place and it would not take the threads. TOOE THE THREADS I stood cooking in him. I had expected to leave Richmond not later than twelve o'clock that day for an extended touring trip, in company with The Panet Office force consisting of Roscoe C. Mitchell, John R. Cockill and Robinson Davis. Finally I cried up a machinist and he advised that one of the threads be cut as the trouble must be either in the shaft or in the collar. But this did not seem to remedy the trouble. The threads would not hold. I askd I Mr. Bourne to let me try it. The threads would not hold. I had no better luck than either of them. Then I thought of lightly trapping the collar. It acted like a charm and the collar took the threads. It may be well to say that Mr. Bourne had taken the driving shaft out of the car to fix it. A. FECULIAR COMBINATION When he put it back in place, we were ready to go back to The Planet Office. It was 4 P. M. Friday when we started on our long journey. We were well prepared for the trip. We were enroute to Charlotteville, Staunton, etc. I know something about the steam car, but Robinson, having laid around Machinist Bourne, like "Grant around Richmond" knows more about it than I know. However when I was in Chicago recently I had visited the plant there and studied the mechanical make up of the machine. It is a locomotive adjusted and readjusted, aligned and readjusted to run as an automobile, with kerosene or gasoline or a mixture of both as a fuel. ON THE WAY OUT. There are very few of the cars in use in Richmond. In fact, the agency here is not quite a year old and when I purchased the car, there were only five of them here. The first time I saw it, I took it to be a Packard. There are no geares to shift, no spark plugs to look after, no valves to grind and no clutches to worry. I had 1 satchels, 3 blunkets and other equipments in the car. I even carried a large funnel with a strainer to take care of the kerosene. We went out the Hermitage Road. All went well until we had gone about fifteen miles, when Robinson announcing that the pumps were not working. He couldn't get any kerosene to the burners. We had emergency treatment for this and in the night time we got busy helping him fix the trouble. In working on the car the loose tubing came in contact with the wiring, short circuited the wires and left the car in darkness. A BROKEN DRIVING ROD. Roscoe undertook the task of acts to electrocution and the lights were worn again. We drove the car in the yard of a farm house owned by Mr. J. H. Clarke. We needed water in the boiler and we not it. We had received Goodwill, so when Robinson did not like the order of the indicators and he announced that the driving shaft that had been taken out that morning, was not working. He examined it and declared that it had either become disconnected or was broken. He went to work with Roscoe and soon taken it from the car. He was right. It was broken. WANTED TO GO ON I suggested that we give me the title but this did not meet with favor. I obliged to "bunk" on the road. We got down the curbside. It being after one o'clock and with the blankets and pillars, all of us were soon in the land of dreams. When morning came, I saw he first and walked around, Sir, T. L. Stone, who operates the country store and who owns several hundred acres come out. He is a soldier Virginia farmer. He sells both gasoline and kerosene. He had to phone in his house and in reply to my queries, he informet me that I could use it, but he hardly thought that I could not get a connection to Richmond in an hour. He tried thought with no success. He was of the opinion that "Central" was not up set. ATTNBY TRUCK I decided to hire his Ford car. I had bim the price. "I need the car to go to it to the other store." he said. "She'll use the racecar. In reply to my capacity as to the prices, she said, "I hardly know what to charge you. I impose about $2,000 or $8,000. I had arranged to go back with Robinson and the Fordman smart. Joering Rossee and Ceddith with the Stanley steam car, when down the road came the automobile jerry truck that operates on this site. We got in and we went on our way to the Stanley headquarters (D. Bermond). AN ACCOMMODATING DRIVER We reached Brook Avenue and then I walked at 19:00 "Saturday morning. The oceans was 84.90 and I gave the driver fifty cents more to carry us to 10:15 West Broad Street. Mr. whose George and Mr. Willie Portes were there. They were present on service and a few moments later Mr. Cormone was ready with a new part. He like the old one to the shop. A truss was at his service. I went to the Plain Office and then home. It was about 12 o'clock when we arrived in Goodlands. I failed to state that while drawing water from the well, Roscoe had the mi-fortune to drop his hose in the well. All efforts to "9:60" it cut with the trunk, etailed and Cochbitt loaned him a cap but that he was carrying along. THE HAT AND THE WELL Mr. Bourne made the repairs in short order. Then I decided to go back down the road to get the hat out of the weed. Mr. Clarke had gotten it out and it was hanging from a nail in one of the rooms. The ladies' head being covered, we started again for Charlotteville, Va. Mr. Bourne wished us both as he disappeared down the roadway. On coming up he had engine troubles with the gas car truck that he was driving. Robinson adjusted that for him. He knew all about the Sandy steam car, but as he remarked, "I don't know a thing about these cars. UNDER WAY AT LAST We were now enroute to Charlottesville. We had no trouble. The car was running fine. We passed through Mineral, Louisa and then finally we saw the mountains rising in the distance. Robinson was ecstatic as he saw the steamer climb the erodes. He was to see more of its efficiency. The electric lights were soon out again. There was a leak somewhere for the battery was "dead." I found out that Irving May Company recharged batteries in Charlottesville. This one was left there Saturday night and as it takes from 18 to 48 hours to recharge a battery, it was necessary to spend Sunday in Charlottesville. CAPT. CONN AND HIS TROUBLES. I called on Captain O. G. Conn. He had just gone down town, his Madame informed me from an upstairs room. He had been down with the Spanish Influenza and his wife and two children were in the bed with it. Mrs. Conn said that no one would come near them on this account. I laughed at this and vaulted upstairs into the room where they were all in bed. I told her I would come again. Then I went out to get a place to spend the night. I met Mr. J. H. Ferguson. His daughter was ill with the Spanish Influenza. MRS COLE SICK, TOO. I met Mr. Charles E. Colo. He allowed me the privilege of parking the Stanley steam car on his two lots. His wife and daughter were ill with RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1918. "NO MAN'S LAND" By Lucian Between contending ste A blasted world is voic There only Death may The warriors call it "I And yet wherever love Wherever murderous l And Liberty belies her That place is "NO M Between contending storms of strife A blasted world is void of life; There only Death may move or stand— The warriors call it "NO MAN'S LAND!" And yet wherever love is not, Wherever murderous hate is hot And Liberty belies her name— That place is "NO MAN'S LAND" the same! the dreaded epidemic. He had one very bed room, I took this one and flores. Coubill and Robinson "camped" in the parlor. They had clothes and pillows for the sur- prise. Mr. Cole had room for them by doubling up but they received this arrangement. I had purchased language from my good friend, Dorsey W. Eames, who has been en- grained in the goodry business for many years. He is a stamina friend and admirer of The Planet and its library. RECHARGING THE BATTERY The new day was Sunday and Robinson was so anxious to get away that he wanted to go down and get the battery anyway, before it had truly been charged. When we went down Sunday afternoon, to get the battery, Mr. Living was out, the electrician was sick, the key to the story was lost and orders were not applied on Sunday. I found out that the window was not finished down to the top of the empire we went in, because obtained the key and got the battery. The Stanley cleaner was the centre of attraction. ELECTRIC LIGHT TROUBLE The battery was insulated and they were found out that the lights were not work. The wires were short etched. We found the cause of the trouble. Mr. L. S. Hoffman, a white gentleman, came to our assistance and gave us advice. He is proprietor of the Hoffman Auto Repair Shop, at Third and Water Streets. We were then ready, but it was too late to take the road that might and so we went to bed to start out early the next morning. In passing, Mr. Charles Cole, Jr., of J. P. Bett and Company, undertakers, was of much assistance to us. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. Violinist Encouraged Andrew Edwards, violinist, student of Virginia Union University has a recited arranged. Same will be advertised as soon as quarantine is fitted. Mr. R. Powell and Mr. Darbon, of Union are now under the instruction of Edwards, who expects to extend the art of violin execution also enlighten the public in recitals and concerts. MARINE DISASTER COSTS FIFTY LAYES Washington, October 4.—The American steamer Herman Frasch, a small cargo carrier manned by a navy crew and in the overseas supply service, has been sunk in a collision at sea with a loss of probably fifty of her crew. The vessel collided at night with the American tank steamship George C. Henry, about 150 miles southeast of the Nova Scotia coast and went down in seven minutes. She carried a crew of about thirteen officers and seventy-six men, and survivors reported number only forty-one. The Henry, with a hole stove in her how above the waterline, picked up the survivors and stood by all night hunting for others. When day light came she abandoned the search and resumed her voyage. There were few details in a brief dispatch upon which the Navy Department today based an announcement of the disaster, and the date was not given. ```markdown ``` COLORED BANKS DESIGNATED AS DEPOSITORIES FOR SCHOOL FUNDS. The Richmond City School Board has designated the Mechanics Savings Bank and the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank as the depositories for the swavings of the colored pupil in the Public School of the City of Richmond. B. Watkins forms of strife of life; move or stand— NO MAN'S LAND!" is not, nate is hot name— MAN'S LAND" the same! FLORENCE LETTER Florence, S. C., October 14. There are quite a number of people own with the Spanish influence. Among those who thought they had right counsel but no proof, are Leonardo de Webster, Rev. C. Carmen and E. B. Webster. The grave manual parties are out without having any sign except a slight bad cold. All of the churches and school houses of the city and county are sold closed without any knowledge of when they will open. Elagante Miller, an industrious young man, son of C. and Nes. Gene Miller died on Sunday A. 14. and was buried at Baptist Grave North, Tuesday, October 14. That Spanish influence has called it seemed at this office during last week but so far has received such poor treatment that it seems as if it would be in some place where it may renew its strength to pay money modestly. The office force has been on the lookout and is now down in the branches with plenty of ammunition, courage and an old fabulous musket and tool to in saving that we don't crack it will be necessary to give it hot time. Mrs. M. E. Wooden, of Darlington, S. C. passed through the city recently to Latta to visit her husband at his work. The Local Examination Board for the selective draft, U. S. A., of Florence County was composed of five persons, three white and two colored, viz. Dr. F. P. Carrington, County Clerk, Mr. Franklin and Mr. W. O. Keith, of Timmonsville, S. C., while the colored were Dr. W. F. Holmes and E. R. Webster, Dr. Carrington and Mr. Franklin have died with Spanish Induenza and Dr. Holmes has been quite sick. In Memoriam. JONES—In sad, but loving memory of H. Endom Jones, who departed this life October 17, 1912. His parents, J. E. and ROSA K. JONES Mrs. Victoria Johnson, of 209 W. Federal Street has returned home from a two months' visit to her son, Undertaker John B. Johnson, of Bridleport, Conn. Miss Maria Payne, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Julian Payne, 1212 N. Twenty-fifth Street, who has been confirmed to her room for more than a week with the Spanish Influenza, is now much improved. She hopes to be out in a few days. FULTON NOTES. Mr. Norman Yates, of the U. S. Transport Pocahontas, is visiting his people of 725 Denny Street, Fulton Though the church buildings have been closed, because of the great epidemic, many people are kicking, not knowing that they have a great opportunity for real Christian service by giving our aid in some way, of cooperation with the Health Department and our doctors. (The devil causes us to kick and fuss.) Let us take things as they are, simply trusting in God. Remember the great words which Jesus will pronounce at the judgment. Not how many times you went to the church building, but the real service you rendered to Him; that is, one of His least ones. Let us put more stress on real service, than congregating for praise or learning to serve. Many are very sick, but are improving. The Influenza is well under control. E. B. WEBSTER GLOBE RECRUIT IS FINDING A FENCE MEMBERS OF THE OLD 15TH N Y. AWARDED FRENCH WAR CROSS FOR BRAVERY. (Continued from Last Week.) "I thought their shelters had messed us up a good deal," he said afterward "but man you should've seen what we done to them. Say, when our machine guns got through with 'eet,' they looked like a bunch of Swiss cheeses." The Negro's goodness under this bombardment convinced the French herder command of their goldenly ability. French officers with a whip I tailed were delighted with them. One old me how he himself had seen a German land torpedo exhude right under the nose of two Negroes in an advanced post lurrying there under an avalanche of nurl. The post wrought out and through both were slightly wounded remained where they were. "Myself, I should probably have made a sturgeous re-embark to a safer spot" the Frenchman added with a smile. The regional commander himself was away in hospital convoy, from a broken gale bone. On one of the offensive armor reached out that the shields had broken on some advancing on St. Menhould. The rimmer was badass of course, but the Colonel just could not and it no longer. He climbed out, out of her sweeping aside no surgeon's protests, crushed chute, hosted himself into his Ford and set in south of the rectory. By the time he located it his condition was such he was quite unlucky to keep on his toe. He insisted. However in examining at right rear headquarters and throughout the whole little stuck on the command, at tree having him sold transported to the string line on another so that he might see how it were going. ITERALXAL COLONEL, LAG BAYRAGSSED The Lieutenant Colonel was a act of obedience of the proprietors' activism. On the night of July 14 the Chart of the British Division, whence part of Governments army, inspected the New York's order of battle and pronounced it perfect, he called on the Lieutenant Colonel of the lt. officer's part of combat and performed the time-honored ceremony of kissing the gloe and giving the regimental commander the accolade—a kiss on either cheek than is the classic prelude to entry into battle. The Lieutenant Colonel himself was a bit embarrassed chiefly because of the ill-conceived mirth of his orderlies. "Their grins lie up the whole country side like a star shell," he told me. At 11 P. M. French counter preparation fire began to be followed by the German destructive bombardment at midnight. For four hours Krupp guns of every calibre plastered amid rods of square tails of trout with high explosive, brapnel and gas. Nothing more suspendous than that shelling could be conceived by the mind of man to quote a French sult officer who had been at Verdun and the Somme. Our Nigeros stuck tight. Whether they were in well-built dugouts or out in open trenches, they never quailed. In the midst of the bombardment the Lieutenant Colonel was asked by the French whether he could establish some sort of communication with the French regiment on Us right. Its wires had been cut and its position was such that it was impossible to get messages back to divisional head quarters with sufficient speed. With out even calling for volunteers, he directed half a dozen of his men to get as runners from his own P. C. to that of the French Colonel. These runners were obliged to cover about two miles through the darkness, exposed to the drumfire barrage all the way. None of them faltered, none of them failed to deliver the message entrusted to him—and none of them by virtue of the amazing luck that has clung to the regiment, was killed THE German infantry attacked at 4:30 in the morning. In their advanced trenches the Negroes had left only a few patrols with orders to withdraw as soon as they found themselves outnumbered. But almost every yard of the trenches had been sown with dynamite and hundreds of Bochs were blown to atoms the moment they jumped into them. In the positions along our main line of resistance our Negroes waited with unshake en nerve for the foe to appear. He never did. Battered by our curtain of fire, enflashed by volleys from machine guns tucked away in deep dugouts and brought up only when their creeping barrage had passed by panicky lest mines explode under their feet, the Germans never got beyond the front line the Allies had deliberately abandoned before the onlaught The funeral of Mrs. Geraldine Louise Pindell, wife of William Monroe Trocher, editor of the Guardian, was held yesterday at 2 o'clock from her home; 97 Sawyer avenue Derchester. The Roy, Walter D. McClane rector of St. Karlholmese's Episcopal Church of Cambridge conducted the service with the Episcopal ritual, "Crossing the Bar" and "Fear Ye Not, O Israel," from "Elijah" were sung by Harry Delmore, tenor. The gray casket was banked with a profusion of beautiful floral tributes one from the Boston Literary Association; another from the man of the Parker House. Her chief activities recently were for the colored soldiers. She presented the notional colors to the 18th Engineers at Camp Devens in behalf of the State. Organized the Godmothers' Association to this, the only colored unit, which went overseas from Massachusetts and began organizing with a "circle of cheer" at Newburyport. She was a member of the Soldiers Comfort Unit and Sunday hostess at its War Service centre. Her last act was to send fruit to the colored soldiers at Camp Devens who were ill with influenza. She was a communitist of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dorchester. Few members of her race were better known. She was an able newspaper woman and ready public speaker. Passed peacefully away at her residence, 106 F. Byrd St. Wednesday October 16, 1918. Mrs. Martha Williams, beloved wife of Mr. Wade Williams. She is survived by her husband four children, mother Mrs. Julia Gregory, one brother, Mr. William Rollins. The funeral services were conducted at the grave in Woodland Cemetery. Friday October 18, 1918 at 1 o'clock P. M. --- began. By S. A. M, their left thunk had been completely checked without the necessity of a counter attack. An hour later the Negro unit was ordered to move to the left, where the tearing was still at its height and a counter thrust by our side appeared advisable. The companies were obliged to make their way southward under shelter almost as severe as the preparatory bombardment they had just undergone. They marched in little widely separated groups, creeping along tour almost parallel roads. "As I watched them hiking along with shells cutting capers whatever one looked," the Lieutenant Colonel confided, "I was willing to have the war end right then and there. Web, they got through and into their new one, in immediate reserve without a single casualty again." More of the same kind of good for tune followed. The enemy suddenly censed to struggle in this seer or and so the proposed counter attack was called on. Circumstances made it impor- ve; however for the Americans to go into the firing line again. For four hours they had sat tight under the heaviest artillery hammering the world has seen; for four more they and stood by to repel boarders; for another four they had marched across country, still under terrific shell fire; they were dogged and with out food or water. Yet they moved into line without a whimper and again buck served them well. They had an insignificant percentage of casualties, while the French troops took full hiking forward over the same path, suffered severe to les. Furthermore, the sector rapidly be- come so quiet, raions and supplies were brought up the same night. The sector did not remain quiet long of course. Next day in foot, it waited to brisk activity, for the French had already begun the series of little rushes in which they drove the one back to his line of departure, that is out of the advanced trench element he had been permitted to occupy is impotent. The tactics employed played for local attacks by asault groups little larger than parachute. One of these groups would charge a certain German center of resistance and in savage bayonet fight the enemy if it be Bochees, whose tenacity had been weakened by his disastring failure of their cohesed push. There was always sharp fighting going on on a small scale. Trenches had dappeared, blotted out by the arillage of both sides, and barbed wire was unknown. The enemy constantly sought to smother us with gas, and daily the Nexroes stout four and five hours in their masks. "I dislike this mask intensely," remarked Private Casey Jones, the Colonel's cook after telling me about these mas attacks, "but out there I wouldn't have sold it for a million dollars." The Germans "sprinkled shells around most provisionsedly," as one youngster put it, during all this period. They were particularly busy with their 77s, using them to gnite at individuals, which is seldom done by artillery. Big calibre projects tore up the areas immediately behind the firing line. One Krupp 250 killed 3 men and thirty six horses and wounded two men and six horses. I have never heard of a single shell doing so much damage before. On August 7 the regiment captured its first prisoner. The German had leaped at Private George Chappman in the course of a night patrol on counter. George managed to wrest his adversary's rifle from his grip and then "my excitement being quite considerable," as he explained to his lieutenant afterwards, he threw the weapon aside and fell upon the Boepe with his fists. The latter was game and a good boxer, so that George had quite a pussle before he could count his opponent out and drag him back a prisoner. ONLY ONE MAN "MISSING" The night of August 11 was memorable because it witnessed three raids in the Negroes' sector, one staged by them and two by the Roaches. Our boys penetrated a mole or so in to the enemy lines, but found nothing for their trouble. The Germans made a prisoner in their second raid, but there is good reason to believe he died from the severe wounds he had received before they could get him back to their trenches. He is the only man the regiment has had to report as missing." Shortly before the Negroes were relieved and sent into repose, for the first time since the middle of April there occurred the affray I described in an exclusive cable dispaten to the World on August 22, in which Serg. William Butler distinguished himself by killing four Germans, morally wounding their officer, putting a dozen others to rout and liberating thereby a white officer and four Negro privates whom the Roches were carrying off into captivity. —New York Age. WANTED—A Good Linotype Operator at once. Good salary to the right one. Apply to The Star Printing Company, 511 25th Street, Newport News, Virginia. PRICE, FIVE CENTS FUNERAL OF MRS. TROTTER. Nated for Her Work Among the Colored Race. The honorary patheeaters were William D. Brigham, E. T. Morris; C. H. Plummer; William I. L. Reed; E. E. Brown; Dr. J. Washington Hill the Rev. M. A. N. Shaw. The active patheeaters were E. P. Benjamin; William P. Hare; James Anderson; Robert Johnson; Frederick Brooks; Private David G. Morris adopted son dier son of the deceased, from Camp Devens; Dr. A. P. Russell and Dr. H. W. Ross. There was a large attendance of friends. Interment was at Fairview cemetery Hyde Park, Mrs. Trotter left to mourn their boss her mother, Mrs. Mary Pindell; a sister Miss Gerude Pindell, a foster beato and her husband. Gerhline Louise Trotter was born in Boston October 3, 1872 the daughter of Charles E. and Mary Pindell. She was educated in the Boston schools and for 10 years was bookkeeper for Eli Cooley china decors or until she married Mr. Trotter, June 27, 1899, in the same house where she died October 9, 1918, at the age of 46 years. The chief life work was associate in major of the Boston Guardian, an exam for equal rights for colored Americans, published by Mr. Trotter. But she engaged in much public-polished work. She secured pardons for several colored inmates of the State prison, notably the late William E. Hill, who had been there more than 16 years. She was executive chairman of the Boston Literary Association, arranging the loving cup presentation to Moorfield Storey in Faneuil Hall. She organized a women's anti-lynching committee, and was a member of the Equal Rights League. Mrs. Sadie Ettn Brown Gone. Died October 15, 1918 at 10:50 o'clock Sadie Etta Brown after a brief illness of Pneumonia. She leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, Allen Brown, father, three sisters and a host of relatives. She was before marriage Miss Sadie Harris. She taught school one term at Woodville and at Benedict. Her death has caused a deep regret among her many friends. A STUDENTS ARMY TRAINING CORPS AT A. AND T. The Students' Army Training Corps in the Agricultural and Technical College begins October 15th, 1918. All colored men from 18 to 21 years of age who have a public school education or its equivalent should enroll in the Students' Army Training Corps, should, lodging, tuition and clothes are furnished and one dollar a day paid by the United States Government, Army Officers will be selected from among the men who enroll in the Students' Army Training Corps. The military training will be supplemented by strong courses in Sanitation, Mathematics, Science and English. For further information write today to JAS. B. DUDELY, President, Greensboro, N. C. Death of Mrs. Martha Williams. RACE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library TIME IS FLEETING-KEEP POSTED VOLUME XXXV, NUMBER 49. EDITOR MITCHELL'S TOURING TRAVELS A Touring Expedition—A Broken Shaft and Its Troubles—The Stanley Steamer—In Charlotteville on Sunday—Re-charging a Battery On the Way to the Shemandoah Valley. St. Philip's P. E. Church opened a soup kitchen Saturday afternoon, and nineteen families were served with beef broth and broth with beef roast L. W. Williams, Miss A. E. Williams, Miss Susie Crump, Mrs. Annie K. Hughes and Olive Jackson, Chairman. Any person having a donation will kindly leave it at the Recory, 506 St. James Street. Soup days will be Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. TRIP AROUND THE WORLD Trouble and pleasure travel together tandem fashion. Sometimes one travels in front and sometimes the other. I thought of this when I left Richmond, Virginia, Friday afternoon, October 11, 1918 in the fine Stanley Steam Car, Model 735, of the 1918 type. I had heard a rattling somewhere about the car several days before. It did not affect the running of the car; I worried me and I told Robinson Davis that he has been assigned duty of operating the car that I would not leave the city until I had located the trouble. As he was over anxious to take the trip, he hunted for the trouble Thursday night, but could not locate it. THE CAUSE OF THE TROUBLE. He went after it again Friday morning and found out that the collar on the driving shaft which operated the pumps had worked loose. He tried all he could but the collar could not take the collar away again. Finally he got to the car in Stanley agony in Richmond, 1615 W. Broad Street and known as the Richmond Steam Car Corporation, when the tireless Mr. Oscar Bourne, the mechanic who jokes after steam cars in Richmond, tried all that he could to sore the collar back because it would not take the threads. TOOK THE THREADS I stood looking at him. I had expected to leave Richmond not later than twelve o'clock that day for an extended touring trip, in company with The Planet Office force consisting of Roscoe C. Mitchell, John R. Cogbill and Robinson Davis. Finally, call up a mechanic and he adduces one of the threads he cut as the trouble must be either on the shaft or in the collar. But this did not seem to remedy the trouble. The threads would not hold. I asked Mr. Bourne to let me try it. The threads would not hold. I had no better luck than either of them. Then I thought of lightly tapping the collar with a screwdriver. The collar took the threads. It may be well to say that Mr. Bourne had taken the driving shaft out of the car to fix it. A PECULIAR CGMBINATION When he put it back in place, we were ready to go back to The Planet Office. It was 4 P. M. Friday—when we started on our long journey. We were well prepared for the trip. We were onroute to Charlottesville, Staunton, etc. I know something about the steam car, but Robinson, having laid around Machinist Bourne, like "Grant around Richmond" knows more about it than I know. However when he was in Chicago recently he planted a plant there and studied the mechanical make up of the machine. It is a locomotive adjusted and readjusted, aligned and realigned to run as an automobile, with kerosene or gasoline or a mixture of both as a fuel. ON THE WAY OUT There are very few of the cars in use in Richmond. In fact, the agency here is not quite a year old and when I purchased the car, there were only five of them here. The first time I saw it, I tok it to be a Packard. There are no gears to shift, no spark plugs to look after, no valves to grind and no clutches to worry. We equipments in the car. I even carried a large funnel with a strainer to take care of the kerosene. We went out the Hermitage Road. All wont well until we had gone about fifteen miles, when Robinson announcing that the pumps were not working. He couldn't get any kerosene to the burners. We had emergency treatment for this and in the night time we got busy helping him fix the house tubing when he worked on the house tubing come along with the wiring, short circured the wires and left the car in darkness. A BROKEN DRIVING ROD. Rosseau undertook the task of act ting electrician and the lights were soon burning again. We drove the car in the yard of a farm house, owned by Mr. J. H. Clarke. We needed water in the boiler and we got it. When Robinson did not like the looks of the indicators and he announced that the driving shaft that had been taken out that morning, was not working. He examined it and declared that it had either become disconnected or was broken. He had taken it from the car. He was right. It was broken. WANTED TO GO ON. I suggested that, we give up the trip, but this did not meet with favor. I decided to "bunk" on the road. We let down the curtains, it being after one o'clock and with the blankets and pillars, all of us were soon in the land of dreams. When morning came, I awoke first and walked around, Mr. T, L, Stone, who operates the country store and who owns several hundred acres came out. He is a type I Virginia farmer. He sells both gasoline and kerosene. He had a telephone in his house and in reply he offered me, he informed me that I could use it, but he hardly thought that I could get a connection to Richmond in an hour. He tried though, with no success. He was of the opinion that "Central" was not up yet. A JITNEY TRUCK I decided to hire his Ford car. I asked him the price. "I need the car to go up to the other store," he said. "But I'll use the racer. In reply to my enquiry as to the price, I hardly know what to charge you. You can buy it for $8,00." I had arranged to go back with Robinson and the broken shaft, leaving Roscoe and Cecilb with the Stanley steam car, when down the road came the automobile fjit truck that operates on this road, and were soon on our way to the Stanley headquarters in Richmond. AN ACCOMMODATING DRIVER We reached Brook Avenue and Broad Street at 9:30 Saturday morning. The cost was $1.50 and I gave the driver fifty cents more to carry us to 1615 West Broad Street. Mr. Oscar Bourne and Mr. Willie Forbes were there. They were prompt on our arrival. The Bourne was ready with a new part, leaving the old one in the shop. A truck was at his service. I went to the Planet Office and then home. It was about 12 o'clock when we arrived at Gooddals. I failed to state that while drawing water from the well, Rosseau had the misfortune to have the truck stop and efforts to "shit" it out with the hucklefied and Cogbill loomed him a spure hat that he was carrying along. THE HAT AND THE WELL Mr. Bourne made the repairs in short order. Then I decided to go back down the road to get the hat out of the well. Mr. Clarke had gotten it out and it was hanging from a nail in one of the rooms. The hatless head being covered, we started again for Charlottesville, Va. Mr. Bourne wished us luck as he disappeared down the roadway. On coming up he had engine troubles with the gas car truck that he was driving in, and we had to him. He knew all about the Stanley steam car, but as he remarked, "I don't know a ____ thing about these cars. UNDER WAY AT LAST We were now enroute to Charlottesville. We had no trouble. The car was running fine. We passed through Mineral, Louisa and then finally we saw the mountains rising in the distance. Robinson was eagle-eyed for grades. He was to see more of its efficiency. The electric lights were soon out again. There was a leak somewhere for the battery was "dead." I found out that Irving May Company recharged batteries in Charlottesville. This one was left there since 8 to 88 hours to recharge a battery, it was necessary to spend Sunday in Charlottesville. CAPT. CONN AND HIS TROUBLES I called on Captain O. G. Conn. He had just gone down town, his Madame informed me from an upstairs room. He had been down with the Spanish Influenza and his wife and two children were in the bed with it. Mrs. Conn said that no one would come near them on this account. I laughed at this and vaulted upstairs into the room where they were all in bed. I told (oil) Tom I had to out to get a place to spend the night. I met Mr. J. H. Forguson. His daughter was ill with the Spanish Influenza. MRS COLE SICK. TOO. I mot Mr. Charles E. Cole, He allowed me the privilege of parking the Stanley steam car on his two lots. His wife and daughter were ill with RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1918. "NO MAN'S LAND" By Lucian Between contending ste A blasted world is voic There only Death may The warriors call it "I And yet wherever love Wherever murderous And Liberty belies her That place is "NO M Between contending storms of strife A blasted world is void of life; There only Death may move or stand— The warriors call it "NO MAN'S LAND!" And yet wherever love is not, Wherever murderous hate is hot And Liberty belies her name— That place is "NO MAN'S LAND" the same! the dreaded epidemic. He had one share bed room. I took this one and Roscoe. Cogbill and Robinson "camped" in the parlor. They had blankets and pillows for the purpose. Mr. Cole had room for them by doubling up but they preferred this arrangement. I had purchased kerosene from my good friend, George W. Eanes, who has been engaged in the grocery business for many years. He is a stammer friend and admirer of The Planet and its editor. RE-CHARGING THE BATTERY The next day was Sunday and Robinson was so anxious to get away that he wanted to go down and get the battery anyway, before it had fully re-charged. When we went down Sunday afternoon, to get the battery, Mr. Irving was out, the electrician was sick, the key to the storage was lost and orders were not filled on Sunday. I found out that the battery was dead, and two of the employees went in, having obtained the key and got the battery. The Stanley steamer was the centre of attraction. ELECTRIC LIGHT TROUBLE The battery was installed and then we found out that the lights would not work. The wires were short circuited. We found the cause of the trouble. Mr. I. S. Hoffman, a white gentleman, came to our assistance and the proprietor of the Hoffman Auto Repair Shop, at Third and Water Streets. We were then ready, but it was too late to take the road that night and so we went to bed to start out early the next morning. In passage we met Mr. I. P. Bell and Company, undertakers, was of much assistance to us. JOHN MITCHELL, JR Violinist Encouraged Andrew Edwards, violinist, student of Virginia Union University has a recital arranged. Same will be advertised as soon as quarantine is lifted. Mr. R. Powell and Mr. Darbeau, of Union are now under the instruction of Edwards, who expects to extend the art of violin execution, also enlighten the public in recitals and concerts. MARINE DISASTER COSTS FIFTY LIVES. Washington, October 4.—The American steamer Herman Frasch, a small cargo carrier manned by a navy crew and in the overseas supply service, has been sunk in a collision at sea with a loss of probably fifty of her crew. The vessel collided at night with the American tank steamer George C. Henry, about 150 miles southeast of the Nova Scotian coast and went down in seven minutes. She carried a crew of about thirteen officers and seventy six men, and survivors reported number only forty-one. The Henry, with a hole stove in her how above the waterline, picked up the survivors and stood by all night hunting for others. When day light came she abandoned the search and resumed her voyage. In a brief dispatch report which the Navy Department today based an announcement of the disaster, and the date was not given. COLORIED BANKS DESIGNATED AS DEPOSITORIES FOR SCHOOL FUNDS. The Richmond City School Board has designated the Mechanics Savings Bank and the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank as the depositories for the savings of the colored pupil in the School of the City of Richmond. B. Watkins forms of strife and of life; move or stand— NO MAN'S LAND!" is not, state is hot name— MAN'S LAND" the same! FLORENCE LETTER: Florence, S. C., October 14. There are quite a number of people down with the Spanish Influenza. Among those who thought they had a slight touch but no proof, are Miss Loona Mae Webster, Rev. C. C. Horn and E. B. Webster. The above named parties are out without having any sign except a slight bad cold. All of the churches and school houses of the city and county are still closed without any knowledge of when they will open. Eugene Miller, an industrious young man, son of Mrs. and Mrs. Eugene Miller died on Sunday A. M. and was buried at Baptist Grave Yard, Tuesday, October 14. That Spanish Influenza has called, it seemed at this office during last week but so far has received such a response that it seems as if it has retired in that book where it may renew its strength to pay another useless visit. The office force has been on the lookout and is now down in the trenches with plenty of ammunition, courage and an old fashioned musket and feel safe in saying that we don't think it will be necessary to give it a hot time. Mrs. M. E. Wooden, of Darlington, S. C. passed through the city recently enroute to Latina to visit her husband at his work. The Local Examination Board for the selective draft, U. S. A. of Florida County was composed of five per cent white and two colored, viz. Dr. F. P. Carrionton, County Clerk, Dr. Frankle and Mr. W. O. Keith, of Timmonsville, S. C., while the cooled were Dr. W. F. Holmes and E. B. Webster, Dr. Carrington and Mr. Franklin have died with Spanish Influenza and Dr. Holmes has been quite slick. In Memoriam. JONES—In sad, but loving memory of 11. Endam Jones, who departed this life October 14, 1912. J. E. and ROSA K. JONES J. E. and ROSA K. JONES Mrs. Victoria Johnson, of 209 W. Federal Street has returned home from a two months' visit to her son, Undertaker John B. Johnson, of Bridgeport, Conn. Miss Maria Payne, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Jasmin Johnson, 1212 N. Twenty-fifth Street, where she confined to her room for more than a week with the Spanish Influenza, is now much improved. She hopes to be out in a few days. FULTON NOTES Mr Norman Yates, of the U. S. Transport Pocahontas, is visiting his people of 725 Denny Street, Fulton. Though the church buildings have been closed, because of the great epidemic, many people are kicking, not knowing that they have a great opportunity for real Christian service by giving our aid in some way, of cooperation with the Health Department and our doctors. (The devil causes us to kick and fuss.) Lot us take things as they are, simply trusting in God. Remember the great words which Jesus will pronounce at the judgment. Not how many times you go to the church building, not the real service you rented to Him; that is, one of His least ones. Lot us put more stress on real service, than congregating for praise or learning to serve. Many are very sick, but are improving. The Influenza is well under control. E. B. WEBSTER COLORED REGIMENT IS FIGHTING IN FRANCE MEMBERS OF THE OLD 15TH N. Y. Y. CROSS FOR BRAVENY (Continued from Last Week.) "I thought their shells had messed us up a good deal," he said afterward "but man you should've seen what we done to them. Say, when our machine guns got through with 'ea', they look ed like a bunch of Swiss cheeses." The Negroes' coolness under this bombardment convinced the French higher command of their soldierly ability. French officers with whom I talked were delighted with them. One told me how he himself had seen a German land torpedo explode right under the nose of two Negroes in an advance position. He had an avalanche of mud. The pair wriggled out and thought both were slighty wounded remained where they were. "Myself, I should probably have made a strategic retirement to a safer spot" the Frenchman added with a smile. The regimental commander himself was away in hospital convulsing from a broken gale bone. On eye of the offensive a rumor reached him that the Bochees had broken through an were advancing on St. Menchuelo. The rumor was baseless of course, but the Colonel just could not stand it any longer. He climbed subtly out of ben sweeping aside the surgeon's裤s, eized crutching, and went in search of the rested man. By the time he located it his condition was such he was quite unstable to keep on his feet. He insisted, however in remembrance of regimental headquarters and throughout the whole battle stuck by his command, at time having him self transported to the firing line on a greeter so that he might see how things were going. 16 SUTENANT COLONEL EM- BARRASSED The Lieutenant Colonel was in act of charge of the regiment's activities. On the night of July 14 the Chief Stiff of the French Division, which was part of Georgetown's array, inspected the New Yorker's order of battle and pronounced it perfect. He called on the Lieutenant Colonel at the latters' post of combat and performed the time honored ceremony of kissing the flag and giving the regimentnaire commander the accolade—a kiss on either check—that is the classic pre-ideal to carry into battle. The Lieutenant Colonel himself was a bit enthralled chiefly because of the ill-cooled mirth of his orderlies. "Their grills lift up the whole country side like a star shell," he told me. At 11 P. M. French counter preparation fire began to be followed by the German destructive bombardment at midnight. For four hours Krupp guns of every calibre plastered hund reds of square miles of front, with high explosive, chapnel and gas. Nothing more stupendous than that shelling could be conceived by the mind of man to quote a French staff officer who had been at Verdun and the Somme. Our Nigeroes stuck tight. Whether they were in well-built dugouts or out in open trenches, they never qualified. In the midst of the bombardment the Lieutenant Colonel was asked by the French whether he could establish some sort of communication with the French regiment on his right. Its wires had been cut and its position was such it was impossible to get messages back to divisional headquarters with a decent speed. With out even with a few minutes of directed half a dozen of his men to act as runners from his own P. C. to that of the French Colonel. These runners were obliged to cover about two miles through the darkness, exposed to the drumfire barrage all the way. None of them faltered, none of them failed to deliver the message entrusted to him—and none of them by virtue of the amazing luck that clung to the regiment, was killed. The German infantry attacked at 4:30 in the morning. In their advance ad trenches the Negroes had left only a few patrols with orders to withdraw as soon as they found themselves outnumbered. But almost every yard of the trenches had been sown with dynamite and hundreds of Bochres were blown to atoms the moment they jumped into them. In the positions along our main line of resistance our Negroes waited with unshak en nerve for the foe to appear. He never did. Battered by our curtain of fire, enfiladed by volleys from ma chine guns tacked away in deep dugouts and brought up only when their creeping barrage had passed by panicky lest mines explode under their feet, the Germans never got beyond the front line the Allies had deliberately abandoned before the onlaught began. By S. A. M., their left flank had been completely checked without the necessity of a counter attack. An hour later the Negro unit was ordered to move to the left, where the fighting was still at its height, and a counter thrust by one side appeared advisable. The companies were obliged to make their way southward under shellfire almost; as severe as the preparatory bombardment they had just undergone. They marched in little widely separated groups, creeping along four almost parallel roads. As I watched them hiking along with shells cutting capers wherever one looked, the Lieutenant Colonel confided, "I was wearing them, the war end right then and there. When they got through and into their new one, in immediate reserve without a single casualty—huck again." More of the same kind of good for time followed. The enemy suddenly ceased to struggle in this sector and so the proposed counter attack was called off. Circumstances made it im perative, however for the Americans to go into the firing line again. For the enemy they had sat tight under the heaviest armament the world has seen; for four they had stood by to repel boarders; for another four they had marched across country, still) under 'terrible shell fire; they were dog-tired and with out food or water. Yet they moved into line without a whimper—and again luck served them well. They had an insufficient percentage of casualties, while the French troops were going rearward over the same path, safety being severe losses. Furthermore, the zeckers came so quiet, rations and supplies were brought up the same night. The sector did not remain quiet long of course. Next day in fact, it waked to brisk activity, for the French had already begun the series of little rushes in which they drove the foe back to his line of departure—that's out of the advanced trench omen he had been permitted to occupy temporarily. The tactics employed for local attacks by asault, groups little larger than patrols. One of these groups would charge a certain German center of resistance and in savage bayonet fight came it of blochs, whose tenacity had weakened by the dispiriting failure of their colossal push. There was always sharp fighting on on a small seas. French had disappeared, blotted out, the artillery of both sides, and barbed wire was unknown. The enemy constantly sought to smother us with gas, and daily the Negroes spent four and five hours in their masks. "I distilize this mask intensely," he remarked Private Casey Jones, the Colonel's cook after telling me about these gas attacks, "but out there I wouldn't have sold it for a million dollars." The Germans "sprinkled shells around most promiscuously," as one youngster put it, during all this period. They were particularly busy with their 7s, using them to snip at individuals which is seldom done by artillery. Big ammunition projects tore up the areas behind the firing line. One Krupp 28 shell men and thirty-six horses and round two men and six horses. I have never heard of a single shell doing so much damage before. On August 7 the regiment captured its first prisoner. The German had leaped at Private George Chapman in the course of a night patrol encounter. George managed to wrest his adversary's riffle from his grip and then "my excitement being quite considerable," as he explained to his officers and fell upon the weapon inside and fell upon the Boeche with his fists. The latter and a good boxer, so that George had quite a tussle before he could count his opponent out and drag him back a prisoner. ONLY ONE MAN "MISSING." The night of August 11 was memorable because it witnessed three raids in the Negroes' sector, one staged by them and two by the Bochs. Our boys penetrated a mile or so in to the enemy lines, but found nothing for their trouble. The Germans made a prisoner in their second raid, but there is good reason to believe he died from the severe wounds he had received before they could get him back to their trenches. He is the only man the regiment has had to report as missing." Shortly before the Negroes were relieved and sent into repose, for the first time since the middle of April there occurred the affray I described in an exclusive cable dispatch to the World on August 23, in which Serg. William Butler distinguished himself by killing four Germans, morally wounding their officer, putting a dozen others to rout and liberating thereby a white officer and four Negro privates whom the Bochs were carrying off into captivity. —New York Age. WANTED—A Good Linotype Operator at once. Good salary to the team. 95th Star Printing Company 511 658 Street, Newport News, Virginia. PRICE, FIVE CENTS FUNERAL OF MRS. TROTTER. Noted for Her Work Among the Colored Race. The funeral of Mrs. Geraldine Louise Pindell, wife of William Mon roe Trotter, editor of the Guardian, was held yesterday at 2 o'clock from her home; 97 Sawyer avenue Dorchester. The Rev. Walter D. McClane rector of St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church of Cambridge conducted the service with the Episcopal ritual, "Crossing the Bar" and Pear Ye Not, O Israel, from Elkton, New York, to Elkton. The gray casket was banked with a profusion of beautiful floral tributes one from the Boston Literary Association; another from the men of the Parker House. The honorary palebearers were William D. Brigham, E. T. Morris; C. H. Plummer; William L. Reed, E. E. Brown; Dr. J. Washington Hill the Rev, M. A. N. Shaw. The active palebearers were E. P. Benjamin; William P. Hare; James Anderson; William P. Hare; Frederick Brooks; Prentice Davies; John L. Solomon; son of the deceased, from Camp Devens; Dr. A P. Russell and Dr. H. W. Ross. There was a large at tendance of friends. Interment was at Fairview cemetery Hyde Park. Mrs. Trotter left to mourn their loss her mother, Mrs. Mary Pindell; a sister Miss Gerirude Pindell; a foster broth and her husband. Geraldine Louise Trotter was born in Boston October 3, 1872 the daughter of Charles E. and Mary Pindell. She was educated in the Boston school and for years was bookkeeper for the Cooley china treasurer until she married Mr. Trotter June 27, 1899, in the same house where she died October 9, 1918, at the age of 46 years. Her chief Life work was associate manager of the Boston Guardian, an organ for equal rights for colored Americans, published by Mr. Trotter. But she engaged in much public-spirited work. She secured pardons for several colored inmates of the State prison, notably the late William E. HIll, who had been there more than 40 years. She was executive chairman of the Boston Library Association, arranging the loving cup presentation to Moorfield Storey in Faneuil Hall. She organized a women's anti-lynching committee, and was a member of the Equal Rights League. Her chief activities recently were for the colored soldiers. She presented the national colors to the 1919 Engineers at Camp Devens in behalf of the State. Organized the Godmothers' Association to this, the only colored unit, which went overseas from Massachusetts and began at Newburyport. She was a member of the Soldiers Comfort Unit and Sunday hostess at its War Service centre. Her last act was to send fruit to the colored soldiers at Camp Devons who were ill with influenza. She was a communist of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dorchester, Few members of her race were better known. She was an able newspaper woman and ready public speaker, Mrs. Sadie Etta Brown Gone Died October 15, 1918 at 10:50 o'clock Died Cabio Etta Brown after a brief illness of Pneumonia. She leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, Allen Brown, father, three sisters and a host of relatives. She had before marriage Miss Sadie Harris, She wooed a woodoo one term at Woodville and at Benedict. Her death has caused a deep regret among her many friends. A STUDENTS ARMY TRAINING CORPS AT A. AND T. The Students' Army Training Corps at the Agricultural and Technical College begins October 15th, 1918. All colored men from 18 to 21 years of age who have a public school education or its equivalent should enroll in the Students' Army Training Corps. Board, lodging, tuition and clothes are furnished and one dollar a day paid by the United States Government. Army Officers will be selected from among the men who enroll in the Students' Army Training Corps. The military training will be supplemented by strong courses in Sanitation, Mathematics, Science and English. For further information write today to JAS. B. DUDELY, President, Greensboro, N. C. Death of Mrs. Martha Williams. Passed peacefully at her residence, 106 E. Byrd St., Wednesday October 16, 1918. Mrs. Martha Williams, beloved wife of Mr. Wade Williams. She is survived by her husband four children, mother Mrs. Julia Grogory, one brother, Mr. William Rollins. The funeral services were conducted at the grave in Woodland Cemetery, Friday October 18, 1918 at 1 o'clock P. M. TWO SATURDAY...OCTOBER 19, 1918 WOMENS' WORK. (By Mrs. M. E. Gordon, Field Scey, Womens State Educational Convention.) Dear Sisters: We realize the great struggle we are facing today in giving the lives of our loved ones for the World's Democracy. Yet we will be brave and keep the fires burning at home for the loved ones left. We will not forget our boys in Camp, for they are there by the hundreds. The winter is near. We must not forget our duty as women. We must buy War Savings Stamps, work in the Red Cross Society, W. C. A., and all Social Service War Work. We must do our bit to this war. It is ours to do well our part. We are in this war, representing the highest form of Christian Patriotism, seeking to redress the wrong done the innocent and helpless, to make the world a safe and sure principle for Christianity. Send letters of cheer to our boys in camp. Let them feel and know you are proud of them. Encourage them to stive for that honor which only Christ can give, the saving of their souls. If they give their lives entirely in His keeping, they will be loyal to every duty assigned them. Owing to the advance in railroad fare, we may not be able to visit as many churches as we had planned, for we want to pay off our debt on the Eliza P. Fox Dormitory at Virginia Theological Seminary and College at our next session of the Convention, only to renew our allegiance to begin another building as soon as possible. We believe our pastors will help us to this end, and that when we write them, they will give us "Keep the Name Burning Collection" sometimes during the year for our work. We had the pleasure of meeting the District Sunday School Convention in July which convened at the Rising Sun Church, Lackey, Va., Rev. Smith, pastor and Prof. J. S. Lee, President. We took up a collection of $16.35. In August we met with the Association, which convened at Bethel Baptist Church, Hampton, Va., Rev. J. S. Ashby, Moderator, and Rev. Lively, pastor. A collection of $12.00 cash was given and individual pledges amounting to $20.50. We also met with the State Sunday School Convention, which convened at First Baptist Church, Norfolk, Va., Rev. R. H. Bowling, pastor and Prof. J. S. Lee, President. A collection of $38.32 cash was raised and individual pledges amounting to $31.00. At the State B. Y. P. U. Meeting, Mr. Mitchell, President, $7.00 was raised and the Body voted to place our Dormitory on their letter form next year, for which we are very grateful. We spent the first week of September in Mathews Co., Virginia. We found the people hospitable and kind. We spoke at the First Baptist Church, Rev. II. A. Brinkley, pastor. A collection of $12.35 was raised. We also organized a strong Missionary Society which bids to be one of our best societies. On Tuesday night, we spoke at the Wayland Baptist Church, Rev. W. R. Slade, pastor. (We regret to state that the pastor was very sick at the time.) We received a most cordial welcome from the deacon sand members and organized a Missionary Society which we trust will be present at our next Annual Meeting. A collection of $3.00 was given. We also have the promise of the Bible Band Union, a strong band of Christian women doing a great work, with Mrs. Mamie Ruff, President and Mrs. Harriet A. Smith, Secey. We have appointed as Volunteer Missionaries, Mrs. Mamie L. Ruff, Mrs. Harriet A. Smith and Mrs. Ellen White. We trust that those Societies will be of great service to the Cause of our Master and that Community. You will hear from us again. "The ships sail East and the ships sail West. While the self-same breezes blow. 'Tis the set of the sail and not the gale That determines the way they go. Like the winds of the sea, are the ways of Fate, As we voyage along through life: 'Tis the set of the soul that determines the goal And not the calm or the strife." BALTIMORE SOCIETY PEOPLE MARRY. Atlanta, Ga.—Miss Florence N. Gaines and Dr. Cecil F. Gloster were united in marriage last Wednesday in this city, at the residence of Mrs. Bishop W. J. Gaines, 360 Houston St. The bride is the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. A. L. Gaines of Baltimore, Maryland, formerly of this city. She was a teacher in the public schools of Baltimore up until the time of her marriage. The groom was a practicing dentist in Baltimore up until a few months ago when he was assigned to Camp Sheridan, Montgomery, Ala. The bride wore a suit of dark blue velour and hat of black pane velvet trimmings with blue ostrich band. The marriage was a private affair and took place in the presence of a few of the relatives of the bride and several intimate friends. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W. A. Fountain, D. D., President of Morris Brown College. The guests present were the Gaines, Hon. H. A. Rucker and family, Dr. Penn and family, Dr. H. R. Butler and family, Mr. Alexander Hamilton and family, Dr. Moses Amos and family, Mrs. Pitts and family, Mrs. Charles Thomas and family, Rev. W. A. Fountain and family. The couple will reside at Montgomery, Ala. RONCEVERTE NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brinkley are on the sck list. Mrs. Bessie Lewis and son are ill at their home. Rev. I. H. Carter was a visitor at Lewisburg, Sunday. Mrs. Clarence Allen and children have returned home, after a visit to Charleston, and other western cities. Mrs. Julia Smith was a visitor in our city Thursday. Mrs. Maria Newsom died at the home of her son, William Newsom, Thursday, October 3, 1918. She was held to rest in Elmwood at Union, W. Va. She leaves to mourn their loss, three daughters, four sons and thirteen grandchildren. Messrs. Abner and Cheatum Lacy visited their brother, Mr. Harry Lacy who is attending school at Greensboro, N. C. Rev. I. H. Carpenter was a visitor at White Sulphur Springs, Monday. Miss B. A. Brown is ill at her home. Rev. Howard White was not able to preach on the account of the Spanish influenza, at Cass. W. Va. Mrs. Blanch Brackenridge and Misses Margaret and Mary, and nephew Howard, have returned home after spending several months in Virginia, with their cousin, Mrs. Alin Trice. Mr. J. M. Mallory, of Cass, W. Va., spent a few days in our city. Mr. Robert Watkins, of Alderson, with a visitor in our city. Mr. Ernest Banks and Mr. Bouldon passed through our city enroute for home. Rev. G. H. Carter is visiting his son in Columbus, Ohio. Miss Augustine Patterson paid a brief visit to home folks. Mrs. Lillian Johnson and niece, Lillian Green, Miss Iella Holmes, of Fort Springs, were business visitors at White Sulphur Springs, Friday. On account of the Spanish influenza public meeting places have been closed in our city. Mr. and Mrs. Greene Barber and son Edward, and Mrs. Ella Lee, motored over to White Sulphur Springs Sunday. Mr. Edward Barber, who has been in Charleston for some time, is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Greene Barber. Mrs. Clarence Allen and children have returned home after a visit to Charleston and other western cities. Miss Rosa Perry was called home from school on the account of the illness of her mother and brother. Mrs. Bertha Halinton, Mrs. Grace Sheffey, and son has returned home from Charleston, after a pleasant visit in that city. Miss Evelyn Carter, who is now employed at White Sulphur Springs, was a visitor to home folks Sunday. Miss Manie Carter was a visitor in our city Sunday. Word was received by the parents of Mr. Henry Brinkley, of the sudden illness of himself and wife. Mrs. Charles Brinkley, who has been very sick is improving. OLIVER M. GREEN. FROM STATE BOARD OF HEALTH Washington, D. C., Oct. 11, 1918 "State Health Officer, Richmond, Va. In view of countrywide spread of influenza epidemic and need of mobilizing all medical and nursing resources to combat it, I am suggesting to every State department of health that immediate communication be had with every local, city in State, and definite information obtained as to number of physicians and nurses available in every community and needs for additional assistance. At this moment of national need every locality should endeavor to organize local available resources and extend help to other communities in greater distress. In view of the general shortage of medical and nursing profession it is evident that all requests for assistance cannot be rendered and that those localities most adversely affected must be cared for primarily. Efforts to relieve shortage of nurses should be made by appealing to retired nurses and to nurses in private employ and also by organizing untrained intelligent women willing to render this patriotic service. United States Public Health Service We request from patriotic motives that the above be printed in full. BEVERLEY R. TUCKER, Acting Pres. State B'd of Health. C. R. KEILY. Exec. Secy. Va. Council of Defense A RECEPTION. Lynchburg, Va., Sept. 30, 1918. Mrs. Rosa F. Wilkinson in No. 50 Polk Street entertained a number of her friends Mnoday evening, with a lovely reception to the special honor of her cousin, Mrs. Paul E. Averett of 102 Kendall St., Boston, Mass. (Guest of her cousin Miss Nannie B. Davis, 53 Polk Street.) About eight o'clock the guests began to gather at the pretty home of Mrs. Wilkinson, which had been tastefully decorated for the occasion. Almost every catable of the season was served and other pleasures added. The out-of-town guests present were Mrs. Paul E. Averett, of Boston, Mass, Mrs. Dr. W. T. Hall, Philadelphia, Pa., Mrs. Marteal G. Walker, Richmond, Va., Mrs. M. R. Harris, Portland, Ore., Mr. and Mrs. Moses Black, Philadelphia, Pa., Mr. Phillip Chambers, Newport News, Va., and Mr. Jas. M. Averett, Washington, D. C. Others present were Mimes, Rosa F. Wilkinson, Kittie T. Davis, Annie Chambers, Willie A. Hayos, Sarah Coleman, Fanny Curle, Mary E. Butler, Maggie B. Willis, Misses Nannie B. Davis, Bertha Chambers, Delilah Statham, Mary M. Willis, Juarmata Jones, Rev. W. A. Jones, Rev. and Mrs. Albert Jones, Mr. and Mrs. John E. Wilkinson, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Robinson, Messrs. Hudson G. Wilkinson, O. O. Davis and Silas Green. All were highly entertained and expressed great delight in being present. (Miss) NANNIE B. DAVIS, Cor. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA Little Master Ira Stone, the year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Stone, Van Buren St., died at their residence on Wednesday, October 2nd, after an illness lasting only a few days. The funeral services were held from the residence on Thursday, P. M., at 3:30 o'clock, in the presence of quite a few friends of the family. Little Ira was a faithful member of the First Baptist Sunday School. Rev. W. F. Grasty, pastor of the above-named church, conducted the services. A quiet wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Smith, Almagro, Va., on Wednesday night, October 2nd. At which time their daughter, Miss Mattie, became the bride of Private Willie Holland, formerly of this city, but now of Langley Field. Private Holland left Monday to report for duties, but Mrs. Holland will join him later. Mr. Jim Staples left, during last week for Coatesville, Pa. Miss Araminta left Saturday for a two-weeks' visit with friends in Philadelphia. Mrs. Lottie Coleman Plenty has returned home after visiting her husband, Private Harvey Plenty, at Hampton, Va. Mrs. Ophelia Coleman Brandon left Wednesday, P. M., for Williamsburg, Va., where she will join her husband. Miss Josie Rattley left during last week to resume her position as teacher at Scotia Seminary, Concord, N. C. Miss Lula Gunn left Saturday to resume her studies at Scotia Seminary, Concord, N. C. Miss Clara Mae Bullock left during last week for Concord, N. C., where she enters Scotia Seminary, this session. Dr. Easter Gunn, who has been in government service at Charleston, W. Va., is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Gunn, Concwalt St. Mrs. Grace Hardy is visiting her parents, Rev. and Mrs. Charles Coleman, Scottsburg, Va. Mrs. Lena Smith, who has been visiting in Norfolk, Va., has returned home. Mr. D. L. Banks spent the week end at Sutherlin, Va. Mr. B. J. Watkins, of Lynchburg, spent the week-end at his home, 468 Gay St. Mr. B. J. Swanson, Jr., is in the city after spending the summer months in New York. Mr. and Mrs. Enoch Wilson and children have returned to their home, on South Main, Ext., after spending some time in Washington, D. C. Mrs. Rebecca Davis has returned to her home, on South Main St., after spending the summer in New York. The many friends of Miss Mary Gladman, Main St., will be pleased to know that she is out again, after an illness of several weeks. Mrs. I. W. Taylor has returned home after spending the summer at her former home in Media, Penn. Mrs. Lizzie Jones, widow of the late Mr. Wm. H. Jones, an old resident of this city, died at the home of her daughters in New York City. The body was brought to this city for burial last Thursday, and the funeral was held Sunday, P. M. at 3:30 o'clock, at Calvary Baptist church. At a Rally held Sunday at High St. Baptist Church, for which purpose members of the church had canvassed the city during the past week, the sum of $1,459.37 was realized. FARMVILLE NEWS. Mrs. Schuyler Bland Hairston. Above is the name of one of Farmville's most popular young woman, who, after a brief illness of pneumonia, resulting from influenza passed from earth to eternity Saturday, October 12, at 1:30 P. M. at her home, 624 S. Main St. Mrs. Hairston was the oldest daughter of Mrs. Lula Coles and Grand daughter of the late Senator James Wesley Blind of Farmville. She was born in May, 1891, and after completing her grammar course in Farmville Public Schools, attended Ingleside Seminary and Hartshorn Memorial College, where she was one of the most popular of the young indies in her class. On December 1, 1915, she was married to Mr. Francis Hairston of this city. Shortly after their marriage they went to New York, where they lived the greater part of their married life. They arrived in Farmville last Thursday, October 3rd, the very picture of health with their little son Lawrence. Late Saturday evening she was taken with influenza, which after several days developed into pneumonia. The deceased is survived by a husband, Mr. Francell Hairston, one son, Lawrence, whose second birthday was on the day of her death, a mother, Mrs. Lula Coles, step-father, Mr. William Coles, two sisters Misses, Flosse and Medeline, three brothers Messrs, Russell, Joe and Sam; a grandmother, Mrs. Bettie Matthews, and a number of aunts and uncles. Her life was a beautiful one, even up to her death. She was an everyday Christian. The beautifying influence of a pure religion were spread over a life and character as spotless and charming as ever possessed by any woman. Her life was a blessing and a pleasure to all who came within the sphere of its influence, and her death is an irreparable loss to the home circle made desolate by her departure. 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The Lifeboats Riddled to Prevent Any Escape, Lieutenant With Gun Threatens to Kill Sailor Pleading for Mercy, Japanese Ship Also Sunk, Believed 300 Dead When Hirano Maru Goes to Bottom—British Mail Ship Wrecked. Washington, October 10. — The American steamship Ticonderoga, the Japanese steamer Hirano Maru and the British mail boat Leinster were reported to-night as the latest victims of the German U-boat. In the sinking of the Ticonderoga many Americans lost their lives, according to the meager information received to night. The Ticonderaoga was a vessel of 5,310 tons' capacity, and was torpeded and sunk while on her way to France. Twenty survivors of the ship, wounded or suffering from exposure, were landed at an Atlantic port to night by a British vessel, having been transferred by another vessel which picked them up. There were 250 men aboard the Ticonderaoga, and all but the twenty who arrived here are believed to have perished. The survivors got away in the only boat which was not demolished by the shell fire from the submarine, they said. Seventeen of the men who reached port were members of a detachment of soldiers detailed to care for horses which were being transported. The Ticonderaoga was attacked presumably on October 2nd, when she fell behind her convoy because of engine trouble. According to the story of the survivors, the submarine was not sighted until she had sent a torpedo crashing into the side of the ship. The torpedo did not strike a vital spot, however, and the captain crowded on full steam in an effort to escape, at the same time ordering the gun crews into action against the submarine, which appeared about a mile off. "Our gun crews did not fire more than five or six shots," one of the survivors said. "The forward gun was shot away almost at once. The after gun and its crew was done for almost as quickly. Then the men went to the boats, but it was no use as the flying snipel was spraying the decks, and men fell in scores either kill or badly wounded." Lifeboats Shattered to Prevent Escape. Another survivor declared that all of the Ticonderega's eight lifeboats, with the exception of one, were riddled with shrapnel before they could be launched. A number of men who tried to get into the eighth boat were killed by shrapnel as they clambered over the side of the vessel, he said. "Finally," this survivor continued, "one of our men, in desperation swam close to the submarine and hailed an officer, asking him in God's name to stop firing. "The lieutenant who answered him did so with a loaded revolver, saying that if he did not swim back he would shoot him. "When our boat had only twenty men in it, we were ordered alongside the submarine and made to tie up while the shelling of the dead and dying on the singing ship continued. "The leader of our boat was asked some questions which he refused to answer, and suddenly the submarine submerged, and only the parting of the rope with which we were tier prevented our going down with it." One of the survivors said the submarine was of the cruiser type, and had the largest guns he ever had seen on a submarine. One of the engineer officers, he said, whose room was pierced by a shell from a submarine, declared that the shell was an eight-inch projectile. Herectofore only six-inch guns have been reported on submarines. The survivors, who were adrift for four days before they were picked up, said that a raft with five wounded men on it had put off from the Ticondoroga, and that they had attempted to tow it with them, but that it broke away during the night and had disappeared. Believed 300 Lost When Hiranc Marc Is Sunk. Reports were also received tonight that the Japanese steamship Hirano Maru, of 7,935 tons gross, has been torpedoed and sunk. It is feared that 300 lives were lost. The Hirano Maru was outward bound for Japan and carried about 200 passengers. The vessel was torpedoed and sunk by a German submarine early on Friday morning when about 300 miles south of Ireland. The few survivors who were picked up by the American torpedo-boat destroyer Sterrett have been brought to land. They declare that the torpedo struck the steamer in the forward engine room. Nothing remained for those on board, including the women and children, but to plunge into the ocean. A large number, however, went down with the ship. The vessel disappeared completely within seven minutes after being struck by the torpedo. The scene was indescribable. The weather was bad and rather hazy. The cries of the drowning were heart-rending. Everybody had been supplied with life belts, but only the strongest were able to stand the buffeting waves and exposure. Commander of Sterrett Heard the Explosion. Providentially the commander of the American destroyer Sterrett heard the explosion and steered his vessel for the point whence the sound came. He found the ship had disappeared, and he saw a mass of people struggling in the water. There were no small boats available, so the destroyed in the bad weather steamed about, picking up those who were still alive. The THE RICHMOND PLANET. RICHMOND. VIRGINIA When you are in doubt as to whether you should spend your money or save your money, save your money. When you are in doubt as to whether you should purchase Liberty Bonds or buy some luxury, buy Liberty Bonds. See to it that your money is saved for some good purpose. Inflation is everywhere in evidence now and now is the time to secure more money than you ever had in your life. Some boots are selling for fifty dollars a pair. When you see them, buy the kind that are cheaper and put the remainder of your money in a good savings bank. 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RAILROAD --- Published every Saturday by John Zilcher, Jr., at 5:1 N. 5TH Street, Richmond, Virginia. All communications intended for publication should be sent no as to return to by Wednesday. Entered at the Post Office at Richmond Vernon, as second-class matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. One Year.....$2.00 Six Months.....1.10 Three Months.....60 Foreign Subscriptions.....2.50 SATURDAY...OCTOBER 19, 1918 Many people do not appreciate that which they have, but long for that which they have not. The preachers are not saying anything about the church closing order, but all of them are thinking like the d____. Young people want experience for themselves. Most of them are unwilling to get it from those, who have paid for their learning. The army draft has emptied the jails and depopulated the street corners and the workshops on this side of the "big pond." it is well to avoid trouble when you can do, so, but when it persists in meeting you, face it bravely and over come it. Each time you do this will lessen the severity of the next attack in this world. Death, of course, is the end of trouble. Thousands of young people are growing up without care, refinement or good manners and they will ultimately handicap and injure those of our people, who are well raised, intelligent and God-fearing. The churches are doing much to help in this matter, but the members of the churches can do much more. --- They have closed the churches. The people must appeal to God from their firesides. Faith is not in evidence in this country today. God has the power to heal the sick, restore sight to the blind, but He is not believed to be able to cure the people of Spanish Influenza nor to prevent the people from contracting it, when they go up to His temple for spiritual consolation in the time of trouble. O, the pity of it. It is the lack of faith in God that is the cause of much of our trouble. THE WAR SITUATION The outlook for peace is not as bright as it was a week ago, but it is coming. We are of the opinion that it will come quickly after the November elections in this country. The negotiations are going on and will go on until the final chapter in this great tragedy is written. The action of Germany in evacuating allied territory and in asking for an honorable peace has a double purpose. It is to cause disagreements between Great Britain and her allies and to silence the peace party in the German Empire and in Austria Hungary. The brilliantly executed retreat will enable Germany and her allies to continue the struggle for some time to come. Every mile these military experts yield to the Allies will lesson the number of men required to hold occupied territory and will increase the number of men needed by General Foch to hold the vast expanse of territory that is taken over. It will be necessary to send reserves from this country in increasing numbers. The losses on both sides have been heavy and Germany and her allies have felt the full effect of it. When the terms offered by this fighting nation are rejected and Germany convinces her people that the destruction of the Hohenzollern dynasty as represented by Kaiser Wilhelm is the purpose of Germany's enemies, the struggle will begin anew with all of it old time vigor, with a fight to the death imminent. Can the nations of the world, who have been parties to this great conflict forgive and forget? This is the question. Whether they can or not, a lesson has been learned in rivers of agony and seas of blood that will not be forgotten for hundreds of years after this present generation has passed away. --- ROANOKE NEWS ROANOKE, VA., October 15.—Rev. E. E. Nicks is in the city this afternoon, feeling fine, anticipating his early departure to his new field of labor. Stanfield, with The Planet, will fill your orders for napers or pills, for your pain or ills, with Dr. D. P. Ordway's Plaster that can't be duplicated by any in the market. The Indian Herb Pills beat all others in use. Put up by the Great American Herb Company, of Washington, D. C., for which Madison Stanfield secured the agency many years ago, events in our modern day times to. There have been many deaths in our city during the last week or ten days due to the epidemic. We hope it may soon be under control of the medical force of our land, together with the hand of the Allwise Providence. It is unlike any times of past events in our modern day times to realize the sadness that pervades our land for death and disease spread a mantle of mourning in every home. Mrs. Edmondia Preston, of 127 Seventh avenue, N. W. left for Baltimore Washington and Norfolk, Va. on her vacation. She will spend ten days visiting Miss Ida Mitchell, of Washington, D. C, and other relatives of Baltimore and Norfolk. Although the doors of all of the Churches throughout the land have been closed by order of the State Board of Health, the generous people of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church managed under direction of their pastor, Rev. George C. Taylor, D. D. and his board of finance to drop into the hands of the treasurer, $37.95. It is hoped that all may do likewise until more favorable conditions of health are in sight, for the preacher must live through the Church doors are closed. Mr. and Mrs. Warrington returned from Pittsburgh, Pa., where they visited relatives and friends for two weeks. Mrs. Warrington, of Salem avenue, S. W. has been very sick since their return. Mrs. Ada James, of Salem avenue S, W, was much indisposed last week but is reported much improved at this writing. Mrs. Mary Gaskins, of Eighth avenue, N. E. wishes to use this method in thinking the many friends for their many acts of kindness shown and extended her and the family during the illness and death of her husband, Sir D. G., Gaskins, who died October 2, 1918. Mrs. Rosa English Calloway died Sunday, October 13, after a brief illness at their residence on Second Street, between Fifth and Sixth avenues, N. W. Burial will be Wednesday at 2:30. Ceremony at the home. Mr. Samuel Scott, an honorary citizen of Sixth avenue, N. W., died October 10 after several months do close in his health. He was a faithful Christian, a noble citizen, a good neighbor highly regarded by all who knew him. He was a faithful husband and father, always providing for his household. Mr. Samuel Scott could be counted on for his honor and integrity. Above all he was the example of Christianity. He died in full triumph of faith in the true and living God, the hope and help of all mankind. Mr. Richard Burks and his friend, Mr. James Wooden, of 321 Ninth avenue arrived in the city Monday, October 7 from Philadelphia, Pa., where they report having had a most pleasant stay at the home of Mrs. Jackson and her accomplished daughter, Mrs. Mary Harris. They can never forget the hospitalities shown while we were in Philadelphia. It was the trip of their lives. Good will and good wishes to Mrs. Jackson and Mrs. Harris for their generosity. Brother Raleigh Dickerson, of Seventh avenue, N. W., who has been very sick for the past three weeks is much improved at this writing. He is a faithful class leader in the A. M. E. Church, Mrs. Laura Durphy, of Seventh avenue, N. W, has been sick for two weeks and is much improved at this writing. A young man, George Bassfield, was shot here Thursday at high noon in Ninth avenue, N. E. by a man named Carter. He died from the effects of the shot the following evening. Terrible things are happening in this world nowadays. Miss Lou Esther Day, of McDowall avenue, N. W, is teaching this term in Franklin County, Va. Miss Day is noted as a very fine singer in solo and quartet deliveries. The community wishes Miss Day success in her new field. The rally of the High Street Baptist Church, October 6, was beyond all question a grand success, under the direction of Rev. W. H. Lee, D. D, and his corps of officers, who up to this writing have raised $3,323.00 and $23.00 with a supplement to be added when they are permitted to open their house of worship again, The Church is closed on account of the dreaded Spanish Influenza on Sunday, October 6. These are a part of his ways of dealing with men but the thunder of His power, who can understand? Mrs. Fannie Hancock, of Ninth avenue, N. E. is much indisposed at this writing. Mrs. Gertrude Stanfield, of Franklin Creek made a pleasant trip to Columbus, Ohio, visiting her brother in-law, Joseph Stanfield and wife, of Champion avenue, Mrs. Lizzie Stan field. Mrs. Joseph Cellows, of Ninth avenue and Park street, N.W., who underwent a serious operation at Burrell's Memorial Hospital several weeks ago is reported as getting along fine and expects to be home soon, which will be a source of pleasure to her many friends. LITTLE WILLIE'S LETTER. "In union there is strength" and the working colored men of Roanoke are learning this now as never before. The colored employees of the various departments of the N. and W. Railway are organized and have a local branch in the city of over 850 members, under the American Federation, of Labor, known as the United Brotherhood of Maintenance Employees, Shop Helpers and Laborers. They began in May of this year and at present they have about $1200 in the bank and taking in new members each week at their regular meetings. Last week they THE RJGHMOND PLANET, RIGHMOND, VIRGINIA had an open meeting for the benefit of the freight house and section and trackmen, and had invited to speak for them, Mr. C, L. Bentley and Mr. James A. Deune, both white, Mr. Bentley being local organizer for one of the labor unions and Mr. Deune, business agent for Local 261, I, M. U. of N. A. and both of these gentlemen made telling speeches on organization. These two strong men have done much to show their friendship to the colored working men and helped greatly in aiding them secure the bonus money they have been receiving in the shop here for the last few weeks, as well as helping in having the men classed and in wage scale set. Some of these men have received as much as $250.00 bonus and their wage scale raised as much a 15 to 18 cents on the hour. Mr. Bentley and Mr. Dean are still working with the men to give instructions and help round up every man for organized labor, W. R. F. Crowell made the closing speech at the open meeting last week and when he finished over one hundred men added their names to the roll and it looks like all the shopmen, helpers, trackmen, freighthouse men and laborers employed by the railway company will soon be in one great organization and not for the purpose of striking, or causing trouble but for protection and that they may have an equal opportunity for an honest living at a living wage scale. The officers of this colored local are as follows: President, Chris Sanders; Vice-President, Henry Woods; Corresponding Secretary, A. H. Holland; Recording Secretary, John Peebles; Treasurer, Louis Maas. With this set of men to lead the labor organization no reason why this labor organization should not be one of the strongest of all, or any organization among our people in the State. They have our very best wishes for success. There are many cases of Spanish "Flu" in Roanoke, but our friend, Mr. H. C. Johnson, local superintendent of the Richmond Beneficial Insurance Company ran across a man today who had the Spanish "Flu" in the feet. Yes, sir-ree, he really has it and it has it bad, too. Don't believe it. Cross my heart and body. Ask Mr. Johnson if it isn't true and don't think this man is going to get over it either. Who is it? Why, its Mr. H. H. Green, the man that sells Bibles, hymns, pamphlets, and rain cans (some combination, eh). Yes you know him. He is a newly wed, too, but you know daintaint got nuffin to do with the "Flupea." Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Dennis, of 307 Fifth avenue, N. W. entertained at whist, in honor of Miss Hortense Pinkard, of Philadelphia, last Monday night. Those present and enjoying a very pleasant evening, were Mises Marie Turnbul, Minnie Minnie, Marie Turnquist, Ruth Curle, Emma Curle, Mable Curle, Letitia Downing, Alice Terry, May Francis and Ida Carrington, Mr. and Mrs. H. I. Terry, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Taylor, Prof. and Mrs. E. W. Dennis, Mr. and Mrs. Columbus Morris, Dr. L. C Downing, Mr. William Craig, Union University, Richmond, Mr. Harrison Hale, J. L. Dennis and Mr. C. Tiffany Toliver. After eleven o'clock a very elaborate menu was served. Miss May Francis presided at the piano until 1:30 A. M. Miss Minnis and Mr. H. I. Terry were winners at whist. We extend our sympathy to our friend and brother, David Callaway, in the loss of his devoted wife, Mrs. Rosa E. Callaway, a victim of that dreaded Spanish infuenza. Miss Lizzle English, sister of Mrs. Callaway is very ill also with Influenza. Mrs. Lillian M. Raybone, of Eighth avenue, N. W. is still confined to her bed but slightly improved. Mrs. E. Curtis Swift, of Eighth avenue, N. E. is improving after a ten day struggle with the Spanish "Flu." Celored folks are all praying now. You know when they are in trouble and scared, they can beat anybody praying. The Spanish "Flu" has put them working overtime at prayer, "God moves in a mysterious way." More next week. I must go to sleepy house. Yours, LITTLE WILLIE. NORTHAMPTON COUN- TY TRAINING SCHOOL. GARYSBURG, N. C. A Christian Institution for Negro Youths of Both Sexes. Location: On a beautiful campus, Healthful surroundings. Accessible by two trunk line railroads (S. A. L. and A. C. L.) Courses: Teacher-Training, Home Makers, Farm Makers, Industrial. Terms: Tuition Free to the Students of Northampton County; a Small Fee for other students. Other expenses reasonable. Graduates Receive a State Elementary Certificate. For further information write, REV. H. C. JONES. Principal. AGENTS WANTED-$3.50 PER DAY FIERCETOWN SPECIALTY CO.. REHOBOTH, VA. 4t. VIRGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the fourth day of October, 1918. WILLIAM A. HARRIS.... Plaintiff against IN CHANCERY ELIZA HARRIS.... 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Having a foreight of what is to be expected of a teacher in the future, THE INDUSTRIAL UNION INSTITUTE has adjusted itself to the needs of those who desire to thoroughly qualify themselves in the technical principles of Drawing and industrial Art. THE WEEKLY NEWS To be able to Draw and Illustrate does not only supplement ones education; but it distinguishes the teacher, possessing this qualification as being more cultured. Thus we are appealing to the progressive Teachers to get out of the old rut, before being pushed out, Open your eyes to the spirit of the times, and get abreast with it. WE HAVE A FEW VACANCIES FOR A FEW SMART YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN. Write for information to— INDUSTRIAL UNION INSTITUTE, Rev. James M. Henderson, M. M., Principal. Southern Pines, N. C. P. O. Box 704 ANNOUNCEMENT. We wish to state that the price of the Old Reliable CHAMPION KIDNEY REMEDY has not changed on account of the war. Sufferers from Kidney and Bladder Troubles, Rheumatism, Dropsical ailments, can get this wonderful remedy on receipt of the price. 50 cents. THE CHAMPION KIDNEY REMEDY CO., Springfield, Ohio. 1mo. Photograph of King George V, taken upon his recent visit to the battlefields of France. The King is shown decorating an American officer who distinguished himself during the recent fighting on the Western front. --- THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA Mechanics Savings Bank, The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text or graphics. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a landscape with a body of water and a bridge in the foreground. BATTERY OF BABY TANKS GOING INTO ACTION. Photo copyrighted, 1918. Fleet of baby tanks of the French Whippet type going nito action, which have played such a conspicuous part in all recent American and French offensives. [Image of a man in a military uniform with a cap and a sword]. Latest Photograph of Gen. Pershing. This photograph was taken immediately after President Policare decorated General Pershing with the Cross of the Legion of Honor. The ceremony was in front of General's headquarters. Where the Foe Was, Where He is and Where He is Going Three German lines of defense are reported to exist behind the Hindenburg line, the second and third lines are shown in above map. MAP OF THE WESTERN FRONT. Three German lines of defense are reported lines are shown in 'above map. Major General Hunter Liggett, Major General Liggett, a corps commander in the First American Army, one of the leaders of the vie- lorsing Americans in the present defeat. Richmond, Va. Photo copyrighted, 1918. THE LIFE OF MARY MAYER 8IX SATURDAY...OCTOBER 19, 1918 SMASH IS DIRECTED AT FOES POSITIONS ALONG THE COAST. Little Salient Gradually Being Enmeshed by French, British and Belgians—American Forces Drive North from Champagne—Germans Using Machine Guns in Desperate Effort to Hold Ground—Collapse Threatens Front—Important Railway Center of Menin Is Captured, and Thoumont Is Reported Fallen. (By Associated Press) The entente forces in Belgium and France continue successfully to drive the enemy before them. In Belgian Flanders the advance is somewhat rapid, but on all the sectors in France the Germans are fighting with desperation to hold their foes. The great wedge that is being driven by the Belgian, British and French troops in Flanders now threatens seriously the tenure by the enemy of many positions in North Belgium from the Lys River to the sea, including his marine and other bases along the coast, while to the south the Lille salient gradually is being enmeshed, and doubtless soon will receive attention from the pincers, which are being oiled for the task of reclaiming this important tract of territory as far as Valenciennes for France. Meanwhile, the French and American forces are struggling valiantly forward in their drive northward from the Campagne region in the country over which the Germans must effect a retirement to their own border in the event of a final debacle. As has been the case always since the offensive began, the Germans are vigorously defending their positions, using innumerable machine gun detachments in endeavors to hold their ground. Particularly vicious are the counterthrusts that the Americans are being compelled to sustain east and west of the Meuse, where the entire enemy front os threatened with immediate collapse should General Ligget's men crash through the line for material gains. Nevertheless, both the Americans and the French are demanding that their arms be served and on various sectors they are meeting with success. In the Romagne sector further gains have been made by the Americans in face of terrific artillery and machine-gun fire, and the natural defenses and great systems of wire entanglements which had to be negotiated. Bad weather had fallen over the sector, and the airmen have been unable to give their usual brilliant assistance to the meneuvers. To the west the French are slowly closing in upon Reither on their way to Medières, only two miles distant from the town. West of Grand Pre they have affected further crossings of the Aisne. About 800 Germans were made prisoner in this fighting. Thourout-Courtland Railway Has Almost Been Won. In Flanders the British have taken the important railway center of Menin. Thouout has fallen and the Thouout-Courtal railroad has almost been won. Numerous towns have been recaptured by the allied forces, and large numbers of prisoners have been taken. Many guns also have fallen into the hands of the allies. The capture of Thouout completely outflanks the German submarine base at Ostend and brings the allied troops within ten miles of Bruges, whence the railroad line runs northward to ZeeBrugge, Germany's other U-Boat base on the North Sea. Reports are to the effect that the Germans are withdrawing what is left of their forces in the north, both naval and military. In Albania the Italians have occupied the Austrian naval base of Durazzo, on the Adriatic coast, while in Serbia the allied forces are continuing to press the enemy troops north of Nish. Large Torpedo Boats Leave During Night. Several of Germany's largest torpedo boats recently left Zeebrugge, one of the German naval bases on the Belgian coast, during a stormy night, according to a Dutch frontier message, forwarded from Amsterdam on Monday to the Central News Agency. The German warships were filled to their capacity with soldiers, and proceeded for Germany. The Germans also are reported to be evacuating Ostend. American troops north of Verdun are operating against strong enemy positions, and have passed the towns of Cunel and Romagne, General Pershing reported Tuesday, under date of Monday. The dispatch follows: "This morning American troops resumed the advance. North of Verdun they are now operating against positions of greater strategic value and natural strength. Today we passed beyond the towns of Cunel and Romagne. We have patrols in the Bois-de-Banthebille, and our attacking line has penetrated the positions of St. Georges and Landrs-et St. Georges. About 750 prisoners have been reported." Tanks were brought into action by the Americans Tuesday to break a way through the enemy wire entanglements west of Romagne, according to listpatches from the army northwest of Verdun. Despite German resistance, the progress of the Americans, early reports said, was satisfactory today. The Germans were apparently ready to contest the ground as stubbornly as they did Monday. The enemy artillery was being used freely to hold the Americans, but the Yankee gunners were doing much good work to break down the German resistance. Units of the Second American Army, which began operations October 12 under command of Major-General Robert L. Bullard, today repulsed a German raid on their positions. Berlin Asks that There be No Bombardment. The German government has proposed to France that in common with her allies France undertake to refrain from bombarding the large towns of Northern France and enter into an agreement with Germany to permit, at any rate, a portion of the population of Valenciennes to pass into the French lines, says an official statement from Berlin. The Belin government in making this proposal, represented itself as unable to prevent the eastward flight of the population of Valenciennes, owing to their fears that the allies would bombard the town. The proposal was made through the Swiss government. Between the Oise and the Argonne the French are pressing the enemy hard and giving him little chance to dig in should he desire to do so. East of the Oise the French are within a half mile of the Serre along most of its length, and have advanced between five and six miles from Laen. Even the Aisne is fast being lost to the enemy as a means of defense. The French now threaten Rethel, having captured Nanteuil-sur-Aisne, two and one-half miles west of Rethel, and about the same distance of Chateau Porcien. Keeping step with the American operations cast of the Argonne, the French are moving fodward west of the forest. West of Grand Pre, General Gouraud has moved north of the Aisne and taken the towns of Olizy and Ternes, straightening out a bulge in the allied line. Americans Widen Breach in Kriemhilde Line. With the American Army Northwest of Verdum, October 15 (8:30 P. M.)—In the face of the most stubborn resistance conceivable, including literally hundreds of machine gun nests, the Americans advanced again today and widened the breach in the Kriemhilde line. The Germans heavily shelled the counter and left center of the American line and desperate counterattacks were carried out. These counterattacks failed. The Americans, who captured hill 229 and penetrated the strong wire defenses between landres-of-St. Georges and St. Georges, have passed St. Juvin. The American gains in general were accomplished through pursuance of the strategic policy of surrounding the objectives rather than storming them. The machine gun filled woods and heights lying in the path of the American advance were taken for the most part by going around them on the left and right and joining forces again on the north side and clearing up the areas thus enriched. Americans Think They Must Strafe Enemy. President Wilson's answer to the Germans was greeted unanimously by the men as a document of supreme statesmanship, completely filling the bill and imposing on the Germans the humiliation and abnegation absolutely necessary. It served, however, to increase the doubts whether the enemy will in last analysis back down completely and to steel every one to fight on indefinitely and impose upon Germany absolute defeat. Perhaps the most interesting development of the day was the fact that the Americans, and the Germans, too, fought with a fierceness and tenacity utterly helping any belief that their part in peace is a matter of the near future. The Americans are almost unanimous that the German proposals are insincere, and that, whether sincere or not, the enemy must be severely punished. Many with whom the correspondent talked during a tour of the most active portions of the front seemed to take the attitude that they had perhaps only a little time in which to strafe the enemy and wanted to make the most of it. Despite the rain which streamed down all day from low-hanging clouds, the American aviation corps again performed wonderful work in assisting the infantry, flying constantly at an altitude below 600 meters. The aviators efficiently directed battery work, made reconnaissances, kept the infantry in liaison with headquarters and brought in valuable information. The artillery of both sides was active throughout the day, the American guns predominating in intensity of fire. Several positions stubbornly held by the Germans were reduced before the close of the day, and countless wire hindrances were cut or otherwise destroyed by shells of all calibers. Virtually every prisoner taken by the Americans today, and there were several hundred of them, was a machine gunner. The day's fighting began early, when the center moved forward and encircled the difficult position at hill 288, from which a machine gun fire estimated as coming from at least 200 guns concealed in the adjacent woods, was poured into the Americans. The patrols pushed forward, despite the enemy opposition, into the Bantheville woods. Hill 286 was taken early, not withstanding a withering machine gun fire and a deluge of gas shells, which compelled the Americans to fight for hours with their gas masks adjusted. They also encountered vast quantities of wire, which had not been sufficiently cut by the artillery, and faced an enfilading fire from both sides. Hold Back Americans, Order of Commander. How great is the importance attached by the Germans to holding back the Americans is shown in a recent order of General von der Marwitz, commander-in-chief of the Fifth Army; "It is on the unconquerable resistance of the Verdun front," reads the order, "that depends the fate of a great part of the western front, perhaps even of our nation. The Fatherland must rest assured that every commander and every man realizes the greatness of his mission, and THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA that he will do his duty to the very end. "If they do this, the enemy's attack will, as heretofore, break against our firm will to hold." With the American army already across the Kriecanhield Stellung, it might be expected that the Germans will fall back rapidly to their third line of defense from Steynan to Sedan, but because of the vital necessity of preventing the allies from cutting the lines of communication before the greater part of the German forces are able to extricate themselves, it is assumed that they will increase rather than decrease their resistance. When the British forced their way through the second defenses near Cambria, it is pointed out, the Germans rapidly fell back to their third defenses, but the strategic reasons for their continued resistance in the open at that part of the sector is not to be compared to those in front of the Americans. Added evidence has been secured that instead of reducing his opposition, the German commander is continuing to bring fresh divisions, and to throw them after those already broken by the Americans. General von der Marwitz explained to his command in his order that the Americans were about to attack on the Verdun front "to try to push toward Longuyon." "The object of this attack," the order continued, "is to cut the Longuyon-Sedon line, the most important artery of the west. Moreover, it is the enemy's intention to render it impossible for us to exploit the Briey basin, on which depends in large part our steel productions." FARMVILLE NEWS. (Continued from Second Page.) from infancy by his Aunt, Mrs. Annie Thornton, seven miles west of Farmville, came home last week from Whitesville, W. Va., after being absent for 18 years, during which time no member of his family had received a line from him. He spent several days in Richmond with his mother and father. How to save yourself and others from influenza. Advice offered by State Board of Health. 1. Keep away from crowds. 1. Keep away from crowds. 2. Avoid people who are coughing and sneezing. 3. Don't put in your mouth pencils or other things that don't belong there. 4. Don't use cups used by others without washing it. 5. Eat plenty of simple nourishing food and avoid alcoholic drinks. 6. Always wash your hands before eating. If you get influenza, go immediately to bed and stay there for several days to prevent pneumonia. Buy Liberty Bonds! Why? Not because you fear public opinion. That reason is only for slaves and cowards, and is an insult to patriotic manhood. Buy Bonds because your country needs the money and you delight to make sacrifices to serve the land you love. Buy Bonds because your country offers you a good investment. No other reasons are needed. Mrs. Pearl Baker and daughter spent last week with her aunt, Mrs. Annie Thornton, seven miles west of Farmville. Miss Hattle Winston, of V. N. and I. L. and Mr. Rudwarf Anderson, of Dinwiddie school came home last week with a slight touch of Spanish influenza. They are getting on nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Williams and children, of Roanoke, spent a few hours Sunday with their aunt, Mrs. Nannie Harvey. They were enroute from Richmond to Roanoke. Mrs. Elsie Jordan Carroll received a card, stating the safe arrival of her husband overseas. She is now visiting in Roanoke. MANIFEST DEEP INTEREST IN THE GERMAN NOTE. Congressmen Wonder Whether It Is New Face, or Old One Hidden behind Mask. Opposed to Hohenzollern. All Members Are Waiting to Learn What Additional Facts President Wilson and Secretary Lansing May Have Not Yet Disclosed. (Times-Dispatch, Oct. 1., 1918.) Washington, October 13.—Germany's answer to President Wilson's note of inquiry has created a deep and profound interest among the members of both branches of Congress. There is a noticeable feeling of expectancy of further important developments. Both Senators and members of the House exhibit less readiness to express their opinions in the absence of a knowledge of all the facts, which may be in the possession of the President and Secretary Lansing. Significant comment is heard on the emphasis placed by the German Foreign Secretary upon the statement that the Chancellor speaks in the name of "the German people", and the question is asked as to whether Germany is turning a new face to the American people, or whether it is the old face concealed behind a mask. There seems to be a unanimity of opinion that whatever the next step may prove to be, nothing less than the passing of the house of Hohenzollern will satisfy the American people. The following statement of prominent Senators and Representatives express the range of congressional opinion on the subject: Senator John K. 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Mitchell, N. G. Booker, J. J. Carter, R. W. Whiting, E. J. Johnson. Sections are in the reach of all, ranging from $35.00 and upwards. The ground is high and dry. WOODLAND CEMETERY For all information, 'phone, call or write to Woodland Cemetery Corporation, Mechanics Savings Bank Bldg. North-west corner 3rd and Clay Sts., Richmond, Va. John Mitchell, Jr., President, 311 N. 4th St. 'Phone Ran. 2213 D. P. Bragg, Secretary, 506 North Second Street. Corner-stone of new $555,000 (colored Y. M. C. A. Lait with Impressive Services—5,000 People Hear Dr. Robert R. Moton, of Tuskegee Make Epoch Making Address As He Strikes New Note In Urging the Race Forward—Noted Educator Oceared as He Pleads for Race to Keep Its Face to the Sun—Other Notables Speak—Military Parade of Fifteenth Regiment One of Features of Noted Occasion—Liberian Day Widely Celebrated in the Metropolis—Minister Ernest Lyons and Guests Given Military Escort to the Attar of Liberty. 5,000 people that lined West 135 street, and looked out from windows in the tall New York apartment houses, as well as those who could not on the roofs, cheered Dr. Robert A. Moton, of Tuskegee, when he made one of the most notable and peaceful addresses ever heard here, the laying of the corner stone of the $559,000 Colored Y. M. C. A. riding in this city, and which marked one of the most epoc making and forward movements ever unnached in the history of the colored people of this city. Dr. Moton truck a new note of forwardness, and to do nothing that had lower the fine record that has made by the colored soldiers on the battlefields. He said the occasion was a noted one in life of the race, not only in New York, but throughout the country, that as the result of the status the race in this city would be led to take a higher stride. Theony which took place last Sun afternoon, will long be remembered by those who witnessed it, marks the first step of the col-people of this city to meet the institutions laid down by Julius Ernwald, the Chicago millionaire, the large donations has made it able for the erections of a number of modern Y. M. C. A. buildings colored men throughout the city. the occasion centered around pasm and loyalty and one of the resque features was the milli-parade of the new Fifteenth Inuy under the command of Col. J. Schiefferlin, through the asses of Harlem, and the concert triotic music by the band prior to the ceremony. Prominent member of the Committee of Manageas well as visitors from every of the country were present. Thomas W. Taylor the secretary Association who came here Indianapolis, called the audi- order and announced the nathymn which was sung with no never heard in these parts. Of the struggles of the asses up to this point, and said sought to be a proud one in of the race here. Rev. Dr. Brown read the scripture les- lord the Rev. R, M. Bolden, pas- tor of the First Emmanuel Church gave the invocation, Dr. E. P. Roberts, Chairman of the Y. M. C. A. here, presided and told of the struggles of the association in this city and of its beginning in West 532rd Street, over seventeen years ago, Dr. W. H. Brooks, pastor of the St. Mark's M. E. Church, made the appeal for $45,000, the amount necessary to enter the building free of indebtedness. Col. William J. Schiefferlin followed in a brief address, in which he told of what the erection of such a building would mean to the colored people of New York. Dr. Moton speaks. Dr. Roberts then presented Dr. Moton, referring to him as a wise and conservative leader. Dr. Moton who is well known here, soon got into the hearts of the large audience and for one hour the noted educator preached his famous doctrine of thrift, and uplift and spoke in vain that wow for him many new friends in this section. Later making a review of the work of the Y. M. C. A. among the colored men of America and paying a tribute to Julius Rosenwald for his generosity in making it possible for the erection of these buildings throughout the country, he said in part: "I am very glad to come up from Alabama to have a share in the exercises of to-day. Tuskegee is not closed as reported, but has the largest number of students at any time in its history. We are training over 800 students of the race for active service in the war. I wish to congratulate all of the men of this program who have had to do with making this day possible. I think to-day of William A. Hunton one of the pioneers among the Colored men in the Y. M. C. A. among the young Colored men of the country, and the labors of George Williams who founded this association has not been in vain." Speaking of the $45,000 yet to be raised, he said: "Wouldn't it cheer the hearts of the officials of this association if every of this money would be raised by the colored people of this city. In Macon, Ga., a few weeks ago the colored people, especially the farmers, in two hours subscribed $70,000 in Liberty Bonds." He warned his hearers not to mistake liberty for license, and said that freedom means that one cannot ignore the rights and respects of others. He cited Germany as an instance of nation that desired to rule the world, and as the result she has plunged the world into this conflict. "We must learn to discipline ourselves if we are to have the most perfect freedom. You and I at home who don't wear the uniform a great responsibility rests upon our shoulders and we must see to it that our conduct will be all that is required of us by the man who are making this great sacrifice for us in Europe." Your correspondent who has been following Dr. Moton for many years never heard him to better advantage and his address was easily the feature of the occasion. A letter of regret was then read from the Rev. Dr. Charles T. Walker, of Augusta, Ga., the founder of the association for colored men here over seventeen years ago. Walter Black, the general secretary of the city of New THE RICHMOND PLANET, BICHMOND, VERSENIA York, read the contents of the stone, and the stone was laid by William Fellowes Morgan, the president of the Y. M. C. A., of the city of New York. Mr. Morgan who is known throughout the world in Y. M. C. A. circles, said that the building whose stone he was about to lay was dedicated to service, and it was from that standpoint that he laid the stone. The benediction was given by the Rev. Dr. Hutchins Bishops, the rector of the St. Phillip's P. E. Church. The exercise brought to a close an interesting event in the life of the Negro in this city, and will do much or the higher development of the community. The new building when completed will be seven stories high and will contain every convenience for the work. It will contain a billiard room, bowling alleys, lunch counter, swimming pool, forty-one sleeping rooms, and a roof garden, with a hall court, and motion picture exhibitions. The building will be located in the heart of the colored people of this city and will reach thousands of young colored men of this city. The secretary of the association, Thomas W. Taylor, is well known throughout the country as one of the most efficient army secretaries of the country. LIBRARIAN DAY WIDELY Last Thursday was Liberian Day in the Liberty Loan drive, which took official recognition of the part that the republic of Liberia is playing as one of the allies in the war, was fittingly celebrated here and the city of New York irrespective of race and creed, paid homage to the little black republic. Several notable features made the day interesting and the day made history for the Negro in this country. Dr. Ernest Lyons, of Baltimore, Consul-General to Liberia, who came here at the invitation of the city of New York to represent Liberia, was given the freedom of the city, and with his guests were tendered a reception at the Waldorf Astoria. He was then escorted by a military parade made up of the soldiers and marines of the army down Fifth Avenue through a line of thousands of spectators to the Altar of Liberty where exercises were held in honor of Liberia. Dr. Lyons made an address telling of the part that Liberia is playing and how she had pledged her man-power to be used to the support of the allies and the overthrow of autocracy. He then presented the flag of the republic, which was raised by Mr. Duncan, a native of Liberia, was followed by the altar by Mrs. Powell. A cabelogram was read by President Howard, of Liberia, in which he conveyed a message to President Wilson on behalf of Liberia, was read by Rev. Chinn, of New Orleans. At the Altar of Liberty, where the ceremony is held fully 5,000 people cheered Dr. Lyons in his address and when Martin Vogel asked the vast throng to give three cheers for Liberia it was given with a ready response. Dr. Lyons' guests at the Waldorf and at luncheon at the Knickerbocker Hotel, another one of the largest of New York hotels, were: Rev. Dr. W. H. Brooks, Rev. F. A. Cullen, Rev. R. M. Bolden. SAVE YOURSELF DON'T DO SNEEZE OR COUGH OVER ANY ONE DON'T PUT PENCILS IN MOUTH COUGH OR SNEEZE IN HANDKERCHIEF DON'T PUT FINGERS IN MOUTH DON'T DRINK OUT OF COMMON DRINKING CUP OR BEND HEAD Parker Wilford H. Smith, Cleveland C. Allen, Dr. J. W. Brown, Jefferson H. Davis and Mrs. Chappell. The celebration was brought to a close with a big citizens' mass meeting held at the Salem M. E. Church. A large audience was present and addresses were made by J. M. Simmons, Rev. R. M. Bolden, Dr. Ernest Lyons. The meeting was arranged by Cleveland G. Allen, who presided. Messages were read from Governor Whitman, Mayor Hyland and John E. Bruce. The day was one of the most notable ever held in the life of the colored people of the world. Dr. Lyons was accompanied by Mrs. Lyons, and while here was the recipient of many courtesies. CLEVELAND G. ALLEN. P. O. Birds Nest, Va. The Trechernsville Public School opened Tuesday October 1st with ex- cellent attendance. The greatest turn out of patrons and children of SAVE YO FR DIPHTHERIA SCARLET FEVER SORE THROAT MUMPS BAD COLD GRIPPE TONSILITI MENINGIT SPANISH GI Follow Two Which will protec any opening since the beginning of public schools in Trehernville public schools in Trenernsville. Our new principal, Miss Mae F. Jackson, of Blackstone, Va., was delighted at the cordial manner in which she was welcomed by the many patrons of this place. At the same time the many citizens of this village pledged their support in helping the principal to make this the banner term. We trust that our principal will keep good health and have a great success with her school. SAVE THE PLANET COUPONS AND GET A PRIZE OURSELF S TUBERCULOSIS MEASLES S WHOOPING COUGH S PNEUMONIA RIPPE Simple Rules SEVEN BUY WAR SAVING STAMPS Buy THRIFT Stamps. THE BANK OF NEW YORK THE MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK HAS BEEN NAMED BY THE UNITED STATES TREASURY DEPARTMENT AS A WAR SAVINGS DIVISION. N. W. CORNER THIRD AND CLAY STREETS