Prince George Citizen volume 1, no.76 Prince George, British Columbia, Friday, January 19, 1917 five cents 15 allied vessels sunk by Hun raider in South American waters (special to the citizen) Norfolk, VA, January 18. Wireless warnings confirm the rumor information that a German sea raider is operating in South American waters. A submarine of unknown nationality has also been sighted several hundred miles east of the Virginia capes. 15 Entente to a merchant vessels are believed to have been sunk, and 63 Americans are reported aboard British steamers Georgette and King George, both vessels being included among those sunk. Rio Janiero, January 19. A division of the Brazilian Navy is protecting the coast presumably as a precaution against the raider using Brazilian territory as an operating base. Statements of landed survivors indicate that no Americans were lost. Allied cruisers searching for raider Norfolk, January 19. Wireless reports intercepted indicate that numerous Allied cruisers are searching the South Atlantic for the German raider. At Rio Janeiro it is believed the Raider is the Moewe disguised from Kiel under the Danish flag and carrying a collapsible funnel, auxiliary plates and other apparatus which would regularly change her appearance. 400 drown on British ship Rio Janeiro, January 18. The purser of the British steamer, and Heather B. Hall, declared the raider sunk the British ship without warning. 400 were drowned. Survivors report brutal treatment by the commander of the submarine. The commander of the French ship Kantes stated the raider approached his ship under the British flag. Escapes from burning home With barely time to snatch her to sleeping children from their bed and maker escape before the room in which she'd been sleeping wasn't dealt in flames, Mrs. C. R. James is fortunate to day to be alive to tell the story of the fire which destroyed the family home and contents on the southwestern city limits at two o'clock Wednesday morning. Mrs. James husband is absent from the city at present having gone to Vancouver a couple of weeks ago. Before retiring Tuesday night, Mrs. James put on a good fire in the heating stove and turned off the drafts. She was awakened by the frantic barking of the dog, which was evidently was thoroughly alive to the peril which threaten the family. The crackling flames gave her no time to save even her own and the children's clothing. Snatching the sleeping children she made her way to the house of a nearby neighbor, clad only in night attire. In a few minutes the house was burned to the ground. The fire brigade responded to the call, but the house was doomed before the alarm could be given. Insurance to the amount of $1000 was carried on the building and contents. Dismissal causes stir in service Victoria, January 15. The recent dismissal of Robert Renwick, for 15 years and efficient member of the civil service and for the past nine years Deputy Minister of lands, has created a stir in the ranks of the civil service. Contrary to the statement contained in the liberal press, Renwick did not resign but was dismissed. Honorable Mr. Pattullo, Minister of lands, who ordered Mr. Renwick's removal, gives as his reasons for dismissing him that he desired, as his deputy, a man whose past affiliations he knew and his sympathy in the work of reorganization of the department, he would be absolutely sure of. Mr. Renwick's dismissal is agitating not alone the ranks of the civil service. Local liberals, who strongly support Premier Brewster's policy of no patronage and no dismissal of officials without proper cause, are commenting strongly on the matter and declared to be the beginning of a "mainland raid" on the civil service offices. Russians defeat enemy in Romania and take important positions (special to the citizen) Petrograd, January 19. The Teutonic army is definitely defeated on both wings in Romania. The Germans and Austrians are evacuating Bralla and the battle continues fiercely. On the center front the Russians are shelling the towns of Tultcha and Isakcha across the Danube. Bulgarian guns against hostile shipping and military positions near Galatz and Isakcha. Enemy attacks lesson on East; offensive of Russians is increasing (special to the citizen) London, January 18. According to the latest official communications, the German Bulgarian offensive has slacken considerably and the attacks are less furious. The resumption of the Romanian reports is regarded as an indication that the failure of the Teutons to advance beyond the Sereth River marks the limit of their progress. Following a vigorous attack the Russians have recaptured Vadeni, and repulsed with heavy casualties the Austro German counterattack. In the Kasino and Suchitza valleys the Russians retain the offensive and have gained a footing on the peak. Canadians in daylight raid inflict losses (special to the citizen) London, January 18. The Canadians in daylight raid at the German trenches at North Arras and inflicted heavy losses, taking 100 prisoners. British troops executed two successful raids on the Somme. Allies amplified former note (special to the citizen) Washington, January 18. The State Department has received another Entente Allied peace note amplifying the former note and explaining why they believe it is impossible at present to attain peace, ensuring the guarantee they consider so essential. People are too frivolous (special to the citizen) Calgary, January 18. The conference of Baptists agree that religious conditions are not bright, and that the spirit of frivolousness is not eliminated by the serious nature of the times. Winnipeg, January 18. The Ministry of education announces the considerable progress has been made towards the total abolition of bilingual teaching in the Manitoba public schools. May invade Switzerland (special to the citizen) Petrograd, January 19. The Swiss General staff, according to a Geneva correspondent, are convinced that the invasion of Switzerland is contemplated for the purpose of freeing Alsace from the French invaders. German troops are concentrating near Basel. Mysterious fire at the server (special to the citizen) is Peace River, January 19. A fire of mysterious origin threatened the town, but was finally controlled. Loss $20,000. The late Honorable T. Chase Gasgrain, Postmaster General. England and Japan produce great quantities munitions for armies of Russia. (Specials as it is) London, January 19. The production of munitions and military supplies, principally for the Russian army, continues actively. Japan has mobilized all industrial resources in addition to the government arsenals. Thousands of privately owned factories are engaged continuously on munitions. The greater portion of the gold reserves of Japan are now deposited with the Bank of England. The British government has assured the empire that no Canadian nickel is being exported to Germany. Allies preparing for another drive London, January 15. While peace talk is flying back and forth over the wires, both belligerents are hurting themselves for the greatest fighting at. The talk from Berlin of war to the knife will be met by an Allied counterstroke which will make even the unparalleled effort of the last 2 1/2 years seem feeble by comparison. Manpower and fighting tackle are being piled up mountain high back of the Somme lines. A network of railway lines is already planned that will thrust forward the immense quantities of supplies and munitions as fast as they are needed. The government and people now trust General Haig and will back him to the limit. His call for a strengthening of the airplane arm received instant response in ending the government hesitation about methods and hastening the appointment of Lord Cowdray. Feverish competition in invention and contribution in this field have placed air Supremes first on one side and then on the other. For some time it rested with the Entente, but it's passing to the Teutons wins one of the counts in the indictments against the Asquith administration. Youthful soldier back in trenches Martin Bowles, the 17-year-old recruit to left here nearly 2 years ago, writes to his brother, J. A. Bowles, of Blackwater, that he is back again in the trenches after recovering from a wounded arm that put him in hospital for some weeks. "If we keep Fritz on the move as we are doing, there's a good chance of the war coming to an end soon," writes the young soldier. He sends kind regards to all Prince George friends. Recruiting in Canada grows (special to the citizen) Ottawa, January 18. Total recruits in Canada for the first two weeks of January reached 3536. Victoria, January 19. National Service cards collected exceed 10,000. Fort St. James industrial school Vanderhoof, January 15. Father Allard came in from Fort St. James on Monday, and left that night for Prince Rupert. He expects to be back in about two weeks. Father Allard expresses himself has been pleased with the progress that is being made in building the industrial school at the Indian mission, Fort St. James. At the commencement about 30 pupils will be boarded and receive tuition. A link to the large number of sisters doing mercy work in Europe, the Roman Catholic Church is unable to spare more than one chaplain and instruction for the time being. Accommodation for nearly 200 children is being arranged for. Telegraphic briefs New York, January 18. Morgan & Co. announce another $250 million British loan being floated in the United States. Washington, January 18. The funeral of the late Admiral Dewey will be held Sunday to the Arlington national Cemetery. The residents of Giscome and surrounding settlements turned out in force on Wednesday evening, the occasion being the opening of Mr. Rantz's new store building at Giscome. The event was celebrated with a dance and about 50 people spent a most enjoyable evening. Mr. Joe Richardson admirably filled for position of floor manager, and local talent supply good music Honorable A. Sevigney, speaker of the federal house of parliament, who is said to be in line for the postmaster general ship vacated by the death of Honorable T. Chase Gasgrain. Washington, January 19. Sherman L. Whipple, Democrat of Boston, has been invited to act as counsel in the peace note leak investigation on behalf of the government. Public hearings have been suspended until Monday, when Mrs. Visconti will be first witness. Athens, January 19. For delegates are presenting the Entente allies will exercise control over Greece. Ice carnival in Southtown Tuesday night. --- place of outdoor sports in the northern interior is still the center of sporting events for the district. The sport loving and patriotic citizens have now arranged an ice carnival for next Tuesday evening and are offering a lengthy list of viable prizes for the different events. Proceeds of the carnival will be donated to the Red Cross fund. Refreshments will be served and good music will enliven the proceedings. Prizes will be awarded for the following costumes: best ladies costume, best ladies comic costume, best men's costume, best men's comic costume, best girls costume, best girls comic costume, best boys costume, best boys comic costume, open to boys and girls under 15 years. A special race of four laps open to married women as husbands have enlisted. First prize, 100 pounds flour; second prize, slab swifts premium bacon; third prize, 5 pound pail swifts premium lard. Special race for the judges; prize, 100 Melachrino cigarettes. Judges: Mrs. HEA Robertson, Mr. L. E. Herne, Mr. P. E. Wilson Hun submarine rapidly disintegrates this photograph shows the wreckage of the U20, a German submersible which stranded off Harbecere, on the West Coast of Jutland. A flotilla of German destroyers stood off and attempted a rescue which failed utterly because the submarine was thrown high and dry a few yards from shore. The Germans had eventually to destroy the vessel to prevent its capture by our Navy.