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Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14

Washington. Nov. 31. - President Wilson was said today to have given no indication as to how he regards the suggestion from high sources in Europe that he attend the great con- ference which is to re-establish the peace Of a war-torn world.
 Most of the presidents advisers, however are understood to consider that acceptance of the invitations would involve needless risk and would serve no purpose that could not be accomplished through the delegates who will be appointed to represent tha American government and who win be in constant communication with Washington.
 Should the president decide to at tend the conference-and some of those usually we'll informed say he had an open mind on the subject that fact would not mean, in the be- lief here, that Secretary Lansing would not be a member of the Ameri- can delegation. It was said that upon Mir Lansing would fall much of the weight of the heavy tasks connected with American participation in the conference, not only by virtue of his high rank. but also because of his wide experience in other international conferences and arbitrations.
 The proposal of Dr. Solf. the Ger uizn foreign secretary, for a prelim- iuzry peace conference. has not reached Washington in official form tonight. but it is understood that there is little probability of it's acceptance. Such a conference is regarded here as unnecessary and as likely to uselessly complicate the work of the general conference when 1t is held.
 Ostensibly Dr. Sosfs proposal is hased upon the urgent need of Ger many for food and other supplies, but it is pointed out that these conditions Eiu be dealt with by the United States and the alhes in advance of the peace conference under the general pledges contained in the armistice and given by the supreme war council at Yer saiiles-
 Further assurance on this subject is rlFen the German government by Secretary Lansing, who, in a note handed today to the Swiss minister u reply to one from Friederfch Ebert, Inc German chancellor. said the presi- dent is ready to consider favorably The supplying of foodstuffs to Ger many and to fake up the matter with Inc allied governments upon assur- ances that public order will be main 'ained in Germany and an equitable distribution of the food is guaranteed
 In spme quarters hereIt is suspected that Dr. Solfe real purpose is to have the preliminary conference dispose of politcal matters. such as the future of Inc German colonies and trade re- lations between the central powers and the nations with which they had been at war, in the hope of being able thus speedily to re-establish German foreign trade.
 An of the old treaties of amity and commerce under which international trade has been conducted between the warning nations automatically have been destroyed by the war and it will , be necessary to provide a whole new fabric of trade treaties.
 The peace conference may signify it's own ideas as to how these shall be l, framed. but it will remain for the in dfvidual nations to give these ideas concrete form in special treaties.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
PRESIDENT OF CUBA
 PARDONED LABOR LEADERS

Havana, Nov. 1s.-.The nine labor leaders whose arrest in connection with the strike of the Federated liar Dor Unions here brought about a gen. eral sympathetic strike which has vir- tua]ly paralyzed the city's industries and traffic since yesterday morning, have been par6oned by President Men ocal. The men had been sentenced to serve eighty days in prison on the charges of coercion.
 Members Of the harbCr unions quit work more than week ago and their leaders were arrested shortly after ward. It is believed here that the presidents action in releasing the men will bring the general strike to an end
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
PLAN FOR REORGANIZATION
 OF WAR DEPARTMENT

Washington. Nov. 13.-Plans for the reorganization Of the war department and the army itself now are in pro- gross of formulation. by the general stan. and soon will be before Secre- ,tary Baker. Orders for the actual breaking up Of the army cannot be ipromulEated until these plans finally lare completed as the demobilization programme Is dependent 10 some ex- itent upon the adoption of a reorgan- Fizasion policy.
 The secretary has indicated that new . Legislation will be necessary to carry out the reorganization and is expect ed 10 lay a definite programme before congress at the earliest possible mo- ,rnent- This may reopen the whole question of universal military train ing and many officials anticipate a long legislative struggle before final action is taken on whatever policy MT. Baker may propose.
 Existing law authorizes the main tcnance of a regular army of approxi- nately 275. 900 men. While it is not possible as yet to forecast the number cf A1erican troops that must be em- pioyed in Europe. even after the peace treaties have been signed. military men believe now that the authorized reg ular establishment cannot provide an adequate force for ali purposes at home and abroad.
 of the s,7oo.Ooo men now under arms, probably not more than 100000 are un- der obligation to serve beyond the restoration Of peace. There were some 1000 officers and about tZ0,000 men In the regular army when war was de- riared. Expiration of enlistments, how rver, probably has served to reduce rfis considerably and all war time en- iistments are for the war period only
 The number of men necessary to be maintained in Europe probably will be worred out by General Pershings nf1n and since similar calculations for khe United States and its possessions are being made here 1t is expected fhat the size Of the army for which q will be necessary to provide soon win be arrived at
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
HIGHLY PAID MASK MAKERS
 MUST FIND OTHER JOBS

New York, Nov. 13.-In anticipation of government orders for the denobil- ization of 12,0o0 highly paid workers in the United States gas defense plant at Long Island City, the management announced today that employees would be given an opportunity to obtain po- sitions elsewhere before they are dis missed fyom. their present jobs.
 Men and women in the plant earn from $S0 to $S0 week and the com pany has offered them assistance in gettin gplaced in other lines of manu- facture so they can avoid the hard ships which would be imposed by a sudden closing of the plant Some de- partments already have suspended operations and others gradually will deplete their forces, in view of pros pective war department orders mate rially reducing the output of gas masks
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
FOUR BOSTON DINING CAR
 WATERS FINED S1.non EACH

Boston. Nov. 13-Wilham T. Madi- son of New York was fined $1,O00 and four Boston dining car walters $500 each in the federal court today for defrauding the government by using bogus meal checks. Madison had the checks printed Thirty-two other de- fendants will be tried in December All were employed on trains of the New York. New Haven and Hartford railroad
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
DENOMINATIONS CONTINUE
 THROUGHOUT FRANCE

Paris, Tuesday. Nov. 2.-Demonstra- lions over the signing of the armistice continued in Paris and throughout France today. Schools, factories, post officcs ard many shops are closed. Great crowds continue 10 parade the boulevarGs and important streets.
 By afternoon the tide of celebration had risen as High as that of yester- day. A Caproni airplane flew over the city carrying a huge French flag and military bands player in the principal EuuHres.
 There were many odd sights. One group of French and American sol- eiers obtained possession of q fire en- zine covered with flags, with which they followed the streer processions. rianEing the bell.
 ~Our trans Atlantic allies promen- laed with the ,Weirdsst of headgears." "
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Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
TO CARRY OUT DYING WISH
 OF MoNSIGNOR EREPPEL

Paris, Monday, Nov 11.-Senator Lelahaye, in discussing Alsace-Lor- raine in the senate today. recalled the famous letter written by the late Mon signor Freppei. the bishop of fingers, and the bishops wish before he died that his heart be interned in reconquer- ed Alsace. France, said the senator now will be able to take back to Ober- mai, the birthplace of Monsignor Freppel. the casket containing the dead prefate's heart
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
MayBuy Wheat Flour
 Without Substitutes
Regulation Which Has Been
 in Force Has Been Resind-
 ed-Conservation is Urged

Washington, Nov. 13.-Regulations requiring householders and bakers to purchase 20 per ceit. of substitutes with each purchase of wheat flour. were withdrawn today by the food ad- ministra ton, effective immediately.
 Substitutes already purchased and for which millers. dealers or bakers do not find ready sale will be pur chased by the grain corporation of the food administration under plans now being formulated.
 Although wheat bread may now ap pear on the American table without restriction, the food administration an- nounced it would continue to advo- cate conservation in the use of flour.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
PERsHlNG PRESENTS
 MEDAL TO JOFFRE

Paris, Nov. 13.-(Havas). General Pershing, in the name of President Wilson, presented at the Military Aca- oemy this morning the Distinguished Service Medal to Marshal Joffre. the hero of the Marne. In his address the American comnander-in- chief, said:
 This medal is symbol of our re- spect for your noble character and of our admiration for the great task you accomplished. Your name always will be associated with the results we have obtained"
 Marshal Joffre. in thanking General Pershing, said he was proud of the great distinction, which served to draw him stili closer to the American army and people. He added:
 T am proud to have been the god father of the noble American army which was the determining cause of our actual victory. love the Ameri- can soldiers as though they were mine."
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
STUDENT OFFICERS MAY
 RETURN TO PRIVATE LIFE

Washington, Nov. 13.-Student off, cers now in training at the army cen. ual training camps probably will be permitted to return to civil life irn- mediately, if they desire, Secretary Baker indicated today.
 The camps themselves probably will be continued until the present classes have been graduated. At the expira- ton of that period, those who complete the course will be rendered commits sions in the officers reserve corps.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
OVER 10000 CLOTHING
 WORKERS ON STRIKE

New York Nov. 13.-More than 40,- 900 men and women workers in the mems clothing industry in New York and Newark are affected by strike declared today by the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America The workers. most of whom were locked out of shops of members of the Amer ican Mems and Boys Clothing Man ufacturers Association last Monday, demand an eight hour day. Several firms not members of the association are said to have granted the demand. Fifteen thousand workers in the chill dren's, clothing industry have been on strike for two weeks for an eight hour day.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
NEWS OF INTEREST TO CAPITAL AND LABOR

resdent Wilson Considering Appointment of Commis sion to Develop Program For Nations Conversion From War to Peace Basis-Every Soldier and Sailor Will Find His Old Job Awaiting Him Upon His Dis charge-No Reduction in Railroad Employees Wages Under Peace Condions-Highly Paid Gas Mask Makers Must Seek Other Employment Abolition of Eight Hour Day and Wartime Wage Scales Advocated by w. H. Bar President of National Founders Associa- tion-Co Continuation of Government Control of Steel Industry During Period of Readjustment is Recommend Representative of Pan-American Labor Welcomed at the Border.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
REJoIcEs AT
 GERMANY'S COMPUTATION

Tokio, Nov. Reimbursement of Germany's equalization resulted in general rejoicing throughout the Jap anese empire. In Tokio American Am bassador Morris addressed a mass meeting called to observe the occa- sion, while iri Yokohama there were fireworks and parades.
 A mass meeting of citizens of Osaka voted to send congratulatory messages to the allies embassies and legations.
 Premier Hara issued a statement in which he paid special tribute to the American people whose unselfish and we'll timed intervention, so brilliant ly performed, must have ccnvincel the enemy that the struggle was hope less.'
 The premier said Japan was proud to think that to the measure of her capacity she did her part An era of friendly cooperation which would make the world happier place and one worthy of the heroisn that brought victory is beginning.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
CONNECTICUT GIFTS
 NOW TOTAL s1,65s.ooo

New Haven, Conn, Nov. 13.-Con- necticut has passed the half way mark in it's quota of $3,000. 900 for the united war work campaign, with contribu- tions .totalling $1,65S,O00, it was an- nounced at state headquarters here tonight. The figures for the leading cities were: New Haven. $213,0 Waterbury, s166,O00 Hartford. St44,- GOO; Bridgeport, SI1S,O00; Norwich, $60,000; New Britain, s55, 900: Tor rington, $5O,000: Middletown, $46,O00;- Stamford, $31,900; Bristol, s29,000; New London S25 nnn
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
U-soAT CREWS DARED
 NOT RETURN TO GERMANY

London, Nov. 14.-Five German sub marines arrived at Landskrono southern Sweden, Wednesday and re. quested the naval authorities to in. tern them. according to despatch to the Exchange Telegraph from Copen- hagen.
 The submarine commanders said they they did not dare return to Ger many.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
TO COMPLETE WARSAiPS
 UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Washington, Nov. 1S.--All warships now under construction or contract ed for will be completed Secretary Daniels said today after the weekly meeting of the war cabinet He also announced tl.at the navy yards at
 Mare Island, Calf, Philadelphia, Nor folk and New York which have enough work on hand now to keep tham busy two years will ha enlarSnd-
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
LIMITED WOOL SUPPLY
 FOR CIVILIAN NEEDS

Washington, Nov. 13.-Manufactur CTS associations were notified by the army Quartermaster's office today that pending 8 definite decision by the war industries board regarding the wool supply. limited amounts of wool for civilian needs will be released to manufacturers at the government price.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
ADVOCATES LOWERING OF
 WAR TIME WAGE SCALES

New York. Nov 1s-Abolis:on of the national eight hour law and a lower ing of war time wage scales are es- sentiaI if American mines and fac tories are to continue to compete in the world of trade, according to William H. Barr, of Buffalo, president of the National Founders Association. who
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
FUEL REGULATIONS ARE
 TO REMAIN IN FORCE

Washington, Nov Assigning of the armistice with Germany will not affect the status of the fuel administration. Fuel Administrator Garfield announced tonight Notice was given by Dr. Garfield that the rules and regula- tions and the supervision of the fuel administration now in force will con time. until the signing of the peace treaty
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
THE GENERAL STRIKE
 CONTINUES IN CUBA

Havana, Nov 13. The general strike continues this morning. This being the first wark day s,rce the gen eral strike was declared Havana for the first time feels the fuli effect of nearly everything being ted up ex- cept street cars. The cars are be- ginning to run more frequently. The street car company is using strike breakers under police protection.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
WILL PRESIDENT WILSON
 ATTEND PEACE CONFERENCE?

Suggestion Has Come From High Sources in Europe-Mos of the Presidents Advisers Are Understood Consider That It Would Involve Needless Risk and Would Serve No Purpose That Could Not Be Accomplished Through Deegates-It is Forecast That Upon Secretary Lansing Will Fall the Heavy Tasks Connected With American Participation in the Conference.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
COLONEL ROOSEVELT IS
 RECOVERING FROM SCiATlcA

New York, Nov. 1S.--Physicians at tending Theodore Roosevelt, who is at Roosevelt hospital here suffering from sciatica and rheumatism, said tonight that he had passed a comfortable day and that his progress toward recovery hardly could be mare favorable.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
cAP7oNI AIRPLANEs ARE
 TRANSPORTING NATIONS

Washington, Nov. 13.-Caproni air planes are being used by the Italian supreme command to transport emer- gency rations to the famished citizens of the liberated cities of Italy and all so of Pola and Plume, said an off, cial despatch today from Rome.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
ALLIED FLEET ARRIVES
 OFF CONSTANTINOPL E

London, Nov 13.-The allied fleet arrived off Constantinople today, hay ing passed through the Dardanelles on Tuesday. the admiralty announces.
 British and Indian troops occupying the forts paraded as the ships passed.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
AusTRo-GERMAN FRONTIER
 IS CLOSED TO TRAVEL FRS

Berne, Switzerland, Tuesday, Nov. l2,-The Austro- German frontier now is closed to travellers an dtr,lffic of all kinds, despatch from Vienna says.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
FORMER GERMAN CROWN
 PRINCE WITH HIS TROOPS?

Copenhagen, Nov 1S.-The former German crown prince is with his troops at the front, according to des- patch from the semi-official Wolff bu- reau of Berlin, received here.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
OBITUARY. Colonel Robert Bruce Ricketts.

WilkeSbarre, Pa. Nov. 13.-COlOnel Robert Bruce Ricketts, aged 79, com mander of Ricketts, Battery of the First Pennsylvania Light Artillery, which played a memorable part in the battle of Gettysburg, died today at his country home at Lake Ganoga, fol- lowing a brief illness. He served as an artillery officer during the entire Civil war. In 1886 he was the demo- cratic nominee for lieutenant govern or of the state and two years later de- clined the nomination for governor on that ticket He was a member of the Gettysburg Military Commission.
 Samuel E. Nirdlinger.
 Philadelphia, Nov. 1S-Samuel F. Nirdlinger, known in theatrical and public life as Samuel .E Nixon, died at his home here tonight. He was one of the most prominent theatrical men in the country.
 E In 1881, MT. Nirdlinger. with J. Fred Zimmerman, formed the firm of Nixon and Zimmerman, which acquired the mana cement of chain of theatres in this and other cities. Fifteen years lat CT Nixon and Zimmerman, in asso citation with KlaW and Erianger, Charles Frohman and Ali Haynan, or ganized what was known 2s the Thea trical Syndicate, which booked more than sixty theatres in the larger cities of the country.
 MT Nirdlinger, in. conjunction with Conan and Harris. operated the Ohio Circuit, comprising about twenty thea tres in the middle west He was born in Fort Wayne seventy years ago.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14

wrote one French reported 'sThis is a sign of the highest gaiety over there.'
 The demonstrations were noiser to- day than yesterdays, but the crowds were equally orderly. The cafes again remained open until il p. m.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
i ,o6e NAMES IN TWO
 ARMY CASUALTY LISTS

Washington, Nov. 12.-The follow ing casualties are reported by the Commanding General of the Ameri can ENpeditionary Forces:
 Killed in action 80; died of wounds 66; died of accident and othercauses IA; died of airplane accident ?; died of sinking 1 died of disease Al; wounded severely 36; wounded (de- gree undetermined 55; wounded slightly 105; missing in action 16; to- tai 516.
 New England men are:
 Killed in Action.
 Privates-Richard c Anderson, IT,, Orange, Mass; Rowell J. La Fran cois, West Rutland, Vt; Frank Rze- nix, Springfield, Mass.
 Died in sinking of Steamship "WarIda":
 Corporal Artur L. Woodcock Vinal Haven, Maine.
 Died of Dsease
 Sergeant Anthony C. 5onin, Hall vile, Conn.
 Privates-John M. Black, Lewis burg, Maine; Thomas M. Fleming, Lawrence, Mass; Clarence A. Haley, New Haven, Conn; Joseph J. Tanning, Central Falls, R. l.; Albert E. Nelan- son, Fairhaven, Mass; Orlo William Newton, Hillington, Mass; Albert Shelmerdine Fall River, Mass; Les ter H. Thompson, New Haven, Conn.,; Irving E. Brown, Andover, Mass; Martin Hall Gill, Stamford, Conn.
 Wounded Severely in Action.
 Privates-Joseph G. O'Brien. Dor chester Mass; Guy R. Pattershall, East Belfast, Maine; Joseph Rosen- Baum, Waterbury, Conn.
 Wounded in action (desree undeter- mined):
 Corporal wilfred A. Theriault Taunton, Mass.
 Privates-Earl G. Knowlton Dan bury, N. H.; Joseph N. Peloquin. bridge, Mass.
 Slightly Wounded.
 Privates-W William Spinazola, Egypt Mass; Timothy J. Calvin, Cambridge Mass. Dona J. Goyette, Pawtucket R. l.; Joseph R. Snow, Otis Coter Mass
 Missing in Action
 Private Charles A. Mathews, Glen vile, Conn.
 THURSDAY AFTERNOONS LIST
 Killed in action ITS; wounded sev- erely 28; wounded (degree undeter- mined) 150: wounded slightly 31; missing in action 166; total 553. Privates Shahin Garinagian, Mil. ford, Conn. Martin Hanrahan, Prov idence, R. 1; John F. Mccarthy, Holy l oke, Mass; Joseph P. McNulty, New Haven, Conn.
 Wounded Degree Undetermined.)
 Sergeant Major David Daylor, Fal River, Mass.
 Sergeant Marsden Reece. Rox. bury, Mass.
 Corporals-Frederick ". F1eisch- hauer, ~Britain,sa Conn; Edward A Johnson, New Haven, Conn; Will, jam T. Lowery, Walden, Vt: Franl Thomas, Roxbury, Mass Mechanic Honore Michaud, New Bedford, Mass. Privates = Miles L. Haley, Eas l Hampton, Conn; Henry L. Premier Worcester, Mass; Joseph Leone, Bos l ton, Mass. John Perry, New Bedford Mass; Oliver l.. Perry, Charlestown R. l.; Jerry Pigazzi, Nayatt, R. l. Aime L. Peloquin Southbridge, Mass. Alfred E. Wade, Ipswich, Mass.
 Wounded Slightly.
 Private Luman NJ Frost, Provi dence, R. l. Missing in Action. 1 Privates-Samuel Coshnear. Rox 1 bury Mass: Lawrence M Flint Brockton Mass; Nathan Hodosh Providence, R. l.; John Repriz, Wat erbury, Conn; Michael J. Sullivan New Haven. Conn; Adam Thornton Providence, R. l.; George E. Whitney ] Dorchester Mass: James R. Young Bangor, Maine; William Zilevieze 1 Brockton Mass.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14
CabIed Paragraphs
Director of AIsace Lorraine.

Paris, Nov. 1S.-Leon Siben, advo- cate-general to the Paris court of ap- peals, has been appointed director of justice for the provinces of Alsace and Lorraine
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14

The time sf the losing horse isn't money to the man who bets on him.
Norwich bulletin., 1918-11-14

Privates-Samuel Coshnear, Rox- bury. Mass; Lawrence M Flint, Brockton. Mass; Nathan Hodosh, Providence, R. l.; John Repriz, Wat erbury Conn; Michael J. Sullivan, New Haven. Conn; Adam Thornton, Providence, R. l.; George E. Whitney, Dorchester. Mass; James R. Young, Bangor, Maine; William Zilevieze, Brockton, Mass.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1918-01-13
Western Newspaper Unto,

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Bonners Ferry herald. [volume] (Bonners Ferry, Idaho) 1904-current, 1918-03-26

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