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THE MORNING OREGONIAN, SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 1914. T oumsT SEARCHED 49 TIMES ON TRIP American Says Austrian Civil Officials Are Insolent, Mili tary Considerate. EVERY ROAD IS GUARDED Members of Party. Women Included, "Searched to Skins" by Order of Count, Rnzeusc Ransacked, Dogs Put on Scent. LONDON'. Aug. II. William J. Chal mers, of Chicago, arrived in London to day after a 16-day motor trip from Carlsbad to Buch. He was stopped and searched on the Journey 49 times by the authorities. "There were 16,000 visitors In Carls bad," he said, "a quarter of whom were Americans, at the time of my leaving. There had been no trains for eight days, but visitors were able to cash checks and food was plentiful. There was. however, no means of escape for many who had bought travelers' hotel coupons and tickets, as the travel agency had closed its doors. Most of these people had invested their savings for the cure. American Hold Meeting. "When war was declared a meeting was held by Americans. Frank A. Munsey and Phil Lydig. of New 'York, with Judge Graham, of Philadelphia, as chairman, were appointed as a commit tee to present the conditions to Wash ington. Consul Charles L. Hoover is doing his best to help the people left behind." Mr. Chalmers loft with his wife and maid and a chauffeur in his own auto mobile, while Charles Conover. of Chi cago, with his daughter Marguerite, and Dr. Fred Owsley, of Chicago, left in two hired cars. The baggage was left at Carlsbad. Tne party went to Pilsen. where they saw a regiment of Austrian troops leaving for the Russian frontier. At Budweist they were arrested and their passports were examined. Then, un proceeding Ave miles out, they dis covered the road was blockaded by fallen telegraph poles, where 20 gen darmes, commanded by a boy officer. stepped out with cocked pistols ana rifles and ordered them to surrender. The party learned that the gendarmes had heard rumor that French spies were crossing to Hussia with S25.000.00 In motor rars. CM officer Orders Search. Afterward the American travelers were stopped at every crossroad. Mr. Chalmers says the military showed th utmost deference, but that the civil au thorities treated them like dogs. At Fresltadt Count von Sedlltz, whose Austrian civil title is district captain. Ignored the passports and ordered the party to b searched to the skins. In cluding the women. He examined all their clothing, took their baggage away and ransacked it for papers, and then brought in the police dogs to get their scent, the official acting with the utmost insolence. Mr. Chalmers demanded permission to telegraph to the Mayor of Carlsbad This was given and the party finally was released. The officials even took off the tires of the automobiles, examining the inner tubes for gold. At Feldktrk the party met the Amer ican Consul-General In Budapest. Wil liam Coffin, who said that Switzerland was starving and the roads there were blockaded with trenches and barbed wire. Snlaa People Courteous. Mr. Chalmers replied that If he be lieved all he had heard he would be dead. He proceeded, finding the roads clear and being received in Switzer land with every courtesy. Mr. Chalmers says the banks in Switzerland are acting splendidly. They allowed the people to draw on their letters of credit $40 a week, which they later increased to $60. The hotels also accepted checks and letters of credit. Many people holding travel agencies' tickets were In distress owing to the close of the offices except for purposes of buying and selling money. Mr. Chalmers reports that the British troops were heartily received in France, where the greatest enthusiasm was dis played over the Scottish kilties with their bagpipes. He saw British troops passing on the entire trip to Boulogne. At Boulogne the Americans. French, Russians and English were segregated In different parts of the boat and their passports were examined. GERMANS WILL HOLD 0UI (Continued From First Page) determination of Germany to defend Kiau-Chau: Germany realized that. Involved In war with England, she would have to face Japan in the Far East, so she made preparations therefor by strong ly fortifying Kiau-Chau. The fortification of Kiau-Chau and the Improvements made there have cost a great deal of money. To abandon the place without a struggle would be injurious to German prestige in the Far East, to say nothing of the money loss that would be suffered. Russian Suspicion Counted On. If Japan should take part in the war she will Increase Russian suspicion as to her motives, which might sensibly Influence Russia's attitude in Europe. This participation likewise would arouse suspicion in the United States; it may tend to offset the anti-German sentiment in this country and possibly turn public opinion to the Kaiser's arms. From Germany's point of view the more nations that become involved In the struggle the better, provided they are against her enemies. Thus Ger man diplomacy Is directed toward em broiling Turkey. Finally, when the peace congress Is held, it will take into account the status quo. Germany does not expect a long war. If she succeeds In retain ing Kiau-Chau her continued occupa tion cannot be questioned. Germany's reasoning Is sound in some respects, but is not so in others. Japan has no desire to become involved in war with the United States. By the elimination of Germany from the Far East she will remove the one power which has aroused her keen anxiety. The German policy has been an aggres sive policy. Besides seeking trade It lias been directed toward the acquisi tion or colonies. Stafaa duo Contents Britain. Grc.-.t Britain has been content to preserve the status quo. Having suffi cient territory, she has not acted to Increase her responsibilities in this direction. She has sought simply free dom for her commerce. The United States has no territorial ambitions in the Far East. Like Britain, ft Is Inter ested only In an equal opportunity for American trade. Consequently there Is no point of conflict in the Far East between Japan, the United States and Great Britain. In the view of the authorities at Tokio. Again. Japan fully realizes, in spite of reports that have been published, that she could not count on Great Britain to aid her in a war with the United States. The Anglo Japanese treaty of alliance specifically provides that neither of the contract ing powers shall take part In a war against any country with which the other has a treaty of general arbitra tion. Both Great Britain and Japan have such treaties with the United States. United States Is Excepted. Great Britain inserted this exemption in order" to be free to act as she pleased in case of trouble between this country and the Far Eastern nation. TOKIO, Aug. 21. That both sides expect war as a result of Japan's ulti matum to Germany concerning Kiau Chau is evident here. The staff at the German embassy is packing personal effects preparatory to leaving, and the Japanese war and navy departments are making preparations for eventual ities. Kiau-Chau, contrary to" former re ports, is formidably fortified. Since the outbreak of the European war, thousands of Chinese coolies have been employed in strengthening these de fenses. It is believed here that the taking of Kiau-Chau will not be an easy task. The Japanese newspapers and lead ing Japanese express surprise at the tone of the American press, that at tributes sinister motives to Japan In sending an ultimatum. to uermany. Premier Okuma and Foreign Minister Kato have made repeated and categori cal denials that Japan has designs on Samoa and the Philippines, or any other territory. Baron Eiichi Shlbusawa, president of the American-Japanese Association, and Buei Nakano, vice-president of the same organization, and president of the Tokio Chamber of Commerce, are heading a movement Intended to re assure China of Japan's pacificatory intentions. M. Nakano will leave for China soon, it is announced. Strict Censorship Imposed. The strictest prohibition has been placed on the publication of any In formation concerning the movements of Japanese ships and troops. All cor respondence Is censored and the news papers are closely watched. The activities of the German em lajsy. where personal effects are be ing packed for shipment, are the only indication of what the answer of Ger many will be. Meanwhile, notwith standing the most sensational reports of the treatment of Japanese In Ger many, there Is no evidence of anti- German feeling here. On the contrary the authorities have given notice tha all Germans remaining In Japan mus be treated courteously. EXACT JIOJttSiT IS IMiPORT ANT Question Is Whether Ultimatum Ex pires In Toklo or Berlin. WASHINGTON, Aug. 21. Owing to the belief in official circles that the German government will avail itself of the last minute of grace before re plying to the Japanese ultimatum de manding the evacuation of Kaiu-Chau and withdrawal of the German fleet from the Orient, the exact moment when this ultimatum expires has be come a matter of special Interest. Under the terms of the Japanese note the German government has until noon August 23 to return its answer. But noon In Tokio and noon in Berlin of August 23 are separated by many hours. It Is believed here that the deter mining factor will be the place of de livery of the German reply and the channel of communication between the two governments. If the answer Is made through the German Embassy at Tokio. then the Berlin government must address itself directly to Count Rex, the German Ambassador to Japan, by the devious method' of cable com munication passing through the hands of its enemies, the British, and must start the message from Berlin some time tomorrow If It Is to reach Toklo by noon Sunday. On the other hand. If the German government takes the ground that the terms of the ultimatum may be met by a response delivered to the Japanese Embassy in Berlin. the reply may'be delayed until a few moments before noon Sunday, Berlin time. FARMER DECLARED PARTLY 10 BLAME Packer Says Producer, Real izing Unusual Conditions, Is Slow to Sell. FIXING OF PRICES DENIED DUTCH FIRE ON ZEPPELIN Activity Xoticed Among German Air craft Flying Over Holland. AMSTERDAM, via London. Aug. 21. Noteworthy activity is evident among the German aircraft which fly fre quently over Holland. A Zeppelin, following the course of the Rhine, passed over Zevenaar today. Dutch soldiers shot at It and the dirigi ble disappeared over the German fron tier. Another Zeppelin flew over Maas tricht last night and followed the road to Meeren, afterward disappearing. German aeroplanes also have been seen In several directions scouting over Holland. Fall or lOflO Feet Xot Fatal. MINEOLA, N. Y., Aug. 21. Albert Flleux. of New York City, fell 1000 feet in his monoplane to the Hempstead aviation field today while looping the loop and escaped with his life. He was badly bruised and lacerated, but sur geons at the Nassau Hospital said that he was suffering chiefly from shock and that they thought he would live. Sugar Refiners' Witness In Xew York Says Ships Are Lacking in Which to Bring Raw Mater ial From Foreign Countries. NEW YORK. Aug. 21. The food price inquiry begun by District At torney Whitman, of New York County, was continued today, witnesses repre senting several Chicago packing-houses testifying. James A. Howard, aisinci manager of Sulzberger & Sons, said the asking price here was fixed by the home office In Chicago and that there was no arrangement among district manasrers to determine the price. The supply and demand ruled, he said. In reply to questions from Magistrate McAdoo Mr. Howard said he believed the reasons for the increase in Deei prices were: "First, a scarcity of cattle; secona, that -farmr wprp Inn hllBV with Other affairs just now to send their cattle in mrM' and third the farmers. realizing that conditions are unusual, are inclined to hold their supply. Producers Blame Farmer. Tn Rrnnlilirn ITmleral a nd COUntV au thorities continued separate investiga tions, .tseiore a unnea oLates b'w 4,iiv n-riHitrr toctifipH mnnerninsr the Tric inrAup in c-rain and sugar prod ucts, placing the blame on the farmer for holding bacK tne siapie aim on the war for preventing normal Amerl- an Imports or sugar, it wa iinWrtnnri at the Federal building that testimony developed by United States District Attorney Young recently probably wouia ieaa to maici ments. The county inquiry before a Supreme Court Justice developed that large quantities of sugar have been stored by dealers in local warehouses and that many companies have been asked to store sugar indefinitely. Henry F. Cochrane, counsel for the American Sugar Refining Company, serveral of whose officers have been subpenaed to appear at the county inquiry, promised to bring the com pany's books to court. Transportation Almost Destroyed. "We have to depend on foreign coun tries for our raw material, me at torney said, "and the transportation facilities that brought It from abroad have been almost entirely destroyed, practically all foreign sugar being im ported on foreign bottoms. No ships are now available, the chances for resumption of importations are proble matical." William W. Gardner, a sugar expert and statistician, testified that the crop In Cuba, which supplies the bulk of raw sugar used in the United States is plentiful this year and that there has been little or no trouble In get ting It 'to this country. T1, o.K tlilo irirrtoQL- It wo, hT-nlisrnt out that the wholesale price of sugar has increased from 4 to 7 hi' cents a pound since May. stand, however. Irish patriotism may I be thanked for that. Rev. Mr. Hayens, Rev. I. K. Shaw, of Dublin: Rev. John Powell, of Dublin, and Rev. Thomas R. Wilery, of Cork, ire the visitors. They consulted Rev. Father O'Hara yesterday afternoon. The trip to the United States is a va cation tour as well as a journey to study the social question. Rev. Mr. Hayens said that they found the ques tion a most vexing one and were con fused as to the relations of the I. W. W. and the Socialists. The connection of the L W. W. with the labor federa tion troubles in Butte was not clear to them and they were looking for an-au-thorlty to enlighten them. It is their intention to lecture on the sociological status of this country when they re turn home. "While I am not sure that I under stand the I. W. W. thoroughly," said Rev. Mr. Havens. "I do think that we are better prepared to cope with them In the old country than you are here SENATE PASSES BILL; HOUSE WILL, NOT OPPOSE. Proposed Plan to Purchase Ships to Help Restore Commerce, How ever, Meets Opposition. WASHINGTON. Aug. 21. Govern ment war risk insurance for vessels of American registry during the European war seemed assured tonight, after the Senate had passed the bill to create a bureau of war risk insurance in the Treasury" Department and appropriated $5,000,000 to cover losses. The measure passed the Senate after a short debate and Is expected to en counter no serious opposition when it is urged in the House tomorrow by Representative Alexander, chairman of the merchant marine committee. The Senate changed the bill slightly. One amendment would make it manda tory on the President to terminate the Insurance bureau when necessity for it disappears. Another would provide so that the rate of Insurance for ships and cargoes should be on the basis of the war risks of neutrals rather than bel ligerents. Senator Lane sought to have the Government Insure the officers and seamen of ships against the risks of war, but his amendment was defeated. Senator Clarke, chairman of the commerce committee, and Representa tive Alexander conferred again today over the proposed plan of the Govern ment to organize a corporation for the purchase of ships to aid in the restora tion of foreign commerce. Opposition to the plan is based on the belief that private . capital will come forth in sufficient amounts to take care of the shipping emergency. The Government plan, however, is to be ready in case private capital fails, and it is the view of marine experts that there must be Government invest ment in the project to encourage the private capital. FREEDOM EXPECTED AFTER WAR, SAYS DUBLIN PRIEST. Possibility of Reward Does Not Influ ence Loyalty, Avers Visitor With Party on American Tour. "There is no division in Ireland to day her sons stand united, with arms ready to fight for Great Britain's su premacy!" So declared Rev. Joseph Hayens, of Dublin, who, with three confreres, is at the Multnomah for a few days. 9nJ "Though I have "not been In Ireland for nearly three months, I have heard from there regularly and my last ad vices were to the effect that the men of Ireland have rallied with splendid patriotism to the mother country, and that north and south will fight as one," he continued. "There is to be found no division in their ranks now and they have armed themselves and are ready for the call to the front. At present the Irish volunteers are being used only for coast defense, but they are In readi ness to be called to more active service. "When the war is over Ireland ex Dects her entire freedom. There are many reasons why she may receive it. Of course, nothing public has been said of this in Ireland, but it is well known that at the close of the great war she will expect her fidelity to be rewarded with freedom. Expectation of reward Is not causing Ireland to take a united GERMAN ISvREADY TO SAIL Vessel Reported' to Have 10,00 0 Tons of Coal Clears for Norway. PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 21. The North German Lloyd steamship Brand enburg today took out clearance papers for Bergen, Norway, and will sail for that port sometime tonight. There has been much activity aboard ship for several days and It is said that 10,000 tons of coal has been delivered to her. This has been placed even In the staterooms and on deck. The captain explains that this big supply is necessary because it will require two months to steam to Bergen. It also is said that enough provisions have been taken on board to feed the crew for a year. Mystery surrounding the ship has led to many conjectures concerning her future. It is reported she will try to deliver the "coal to German warships cruising in this vicinity or else will proceed to Germany and become a hospital ship. RAILROAD REFUND ASKED Tickets to Bring Old Country Friends to States Poor Investment. SALEM, Or., Aug. 21. (Special.) Jacob Sali, of Portland, has a financial problem to solve as a result of the Eu ropean war. Mr. Sali informs the State Railroad Commission that several months ago he bought six tickets over the Canadian Pacific for use by friends of his in Salonica, Greece. He borrowed part of the money and his friends were to reimburse him upon their arrival in Oregon. The war has prevented them from coming to America, and being pressed by his creditors for part of the money invested in the tickets, he has appealed to the commission to compel the railroad to return the money and take back the tickets. Eastern Oregon Rancher Killed. LA GRANDE. Or.. Aug. 21. (Spe cial.) Herman Eichenberger. aged 52 years, a rancher of the Ladd Canyon neighborhood, seven miles southeast of here, was found dead by neighbors this morning in his barn. The imprint of a horse's hoof on his left side showed the cause of his death. Escaped War Prisoners Problem. NEW YORK, Aug. 21. What should MAP SHOWING SEAT OF WAR IN FRANCE, BELGIUM AND GERMANY. Picture Framing Lowest Prices cTMercliandise of tt Mrft Onp' New Modart Front Laced Corsets An Important Suit Sale for Boys of Our Medium Weight Suits Suits Selling at $9.00 to $10.50 Are $6.45 And $11.00 to $14.50 Suits For $7.45 In Sizes for Boys From 6 to 18 Years In this sale you will find suits of worsteds, homespuns, new English novelties, in bluemixtures, grays, tans, browns and black and white checks. These suits represent the best that can be had in boys' medium-weight clothing. In Norfolks, both plain and fancy styles in fact every up-to-date model will be found here. They are lined with extra quality serge and mohair the trousers are lined throughout and have taped seams. I otirth Floor Today A Great Sale of Girls' Wash Dresses $1.75, $2.25, $5.50, $8.50 to $14.50 Summer Dresses Sale 98c, $1.29, $2.69, $3.75 to $6.95 Ages 6 to 14 Years Every girl's dress in our stock is placed on sale at these greatly reduced prices. There arc dresses of Linen Gingham Voile Lingerie Percale Poplin Crepe Ratine Chambray Made in the fashions of the day, on simple lines becoming to the younger girls. 1 here are dresses for school wear and dresses dainty enough for parties and real hand-embroidered dresses. The trim mings are varied, but invariably follow out youthful ideas. When school days are so close at hand, many mothers will appreciate the possibilities of this sale, as these dresses are actually priced at less than they can be made for at home. fourth Floor. Popular Books 50c "Fran," by John Breckenridge Ellis. "Heart of the Night Wind," bv V. E. Roe. "Mirabel's Island," by Louis Tracy. "The Doctor's Loss," by Edw. C. Booth. "Pilgrims of the Plains," by Kate A. Applington. Mezzanine Book Shop. All Our JUNIORS' SUITS Less Than Half Price Suits Selling to $40 Now $15 Suits Selling to $25 Now $10 Fourth Floor Women's New Silk Lisle Stockings The Regular 35c Qualities 24c Pair Made full-fashioned, with reinforced sole, heel and toe and extra wide garter tops. In black only. While these stockings were bought as seconds, their defects are so slight as not to impair the worth of their qualities. They were unpacked from their cases but yes terday morning and represent one of the best stocking bargains of the season. First Floor. See the New White Bal macaan Coats for Girls Fourth Floor If You Visit the Lipman -Wolfe Hair Goods Shop you can save both time and trouble in selecting your coiffure needs. We offer you an unlimited variety of hair accessories, as well as the assistance of experts who will give you their close personal attention. Our prices are within the reach of every woman the following offerings will prove it beyond a word of doubt: Switches, 18 inches long, special at 85c Switches, 20 inches long, special at $1.35 Switches, 22 inches long, special at $1.35 Switches, 24 inches long, special at $2.25 Switches, 26 inches long, special at $2.25 Switches, 28 inches long, special at $3.95 Switches, 30 inches long, special at $3.95 Mail orders filled Send full-length strands. Do not send combings as samples. 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They arc now in the custody of the Immigration offlclalt" at r!llls Inland, awaiting word from Washington an to their fate. -From the Outlook. II Principal Points Figuring i F-lghtln In Delgluin, n Well TM Wherr Battle. Are Reported Along; Franco German Frontier, Are Shorn. From Bnuaela, Belgium's Abandoned Capital, Germans Are Now Reported Mov ing on Antwerp, Royal Rosarian Picnic Bonneville, Sunday, August 23d Special train leaves Union Depot at 9 A.M. Tickets can be secured from Royal Rosarians, various business houses or at Union Depot before departure of train. The Public Is Invited to Participate in This Outing Many interesting features have been planned. A generous list of valuable prizes to be awarded to winners of various events. Music by the Royal Rosarian Band Tickets, One Dollar