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The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
# SPEAKS IN KANSAS CITY TODAY
Nh. Wilson Leaves St. Louis With Almost Car.
Load Of Flowers Sent Her by Adj
mirers There.

, youngsters, bare OF foot and tousied
Of head, sprinted up, yelling to their
pals, Come on, here he isl" Few men
appeared.
When Wilson came out on the plat
form, attired in very correct morn
ing coat, there was no applause but a
chorus Of Good morning, Mr.. Wilson.-
How do you do, sir" and GLAD to
see you, Mr. Wilson" The president
was kept busy shaking hands for about
five minutes. leaning far over the rail-
ing to grasp the fingers of the little
boys He had word for everybody,
at least good morning or very
glad to see you" When one woman
wished him luck he paused in MS
Misunderstanding long enough TO repai
gravely, Thank you. madam. s.n-
cereIy appreciate that"
When he finally turned away, re
marking that he had to get breakfast
there were many cries of goodbye
and good luck"
This part of Missouri is where JeSse
James started out on his career oil
robbery Scenes OF several of the ban
dit crimes were pointed out to the
president and his party by the con-
ductor as the train moved slowly to-
ward Kansas City.
Arrives at $50 a. m.
KANSAS CITY, Mo-, Sept. 6.-Presl.
dents special arrived at Union sta.
ton here at $50 a. M, today, from
st. Louis.
Il. ST. 8<%;rA
KANSAS CITY, Mo, Sept. 6.-Kan-
sas City had on her gala attire today
and was "all set" to give President
Wilson hearty reception. The ma
tional colors were much in evidence
and early morning crowds collected
along the cline of march" Many bust
ness houses announced their intention
of releasing employees for the day to
Join in the welcome. At Convention
hall, where the president will make
his address at 10 o'clock today. prepa'
rations were complete to handle the
largest audience ever accorded
speaker The hall will accommodate
&C. 900.
The president and his party will
form an automobile parade leaving
Union station at 9:15 and extending
over thirty down town blocks, epdins
at the hall. The Seventh regiment
Missouri national guard, will form a
guard about the presidents automobile
throughout the parade.
The speech will consume probably
an hour. 1t will be necessary for the
president to take the shortest route to
the Union station as the special leaN..s
for Des Moines, Iowa, at IL O'Clock
today.
Uproar in Hall.
[By Hugh Baille, United Press STAFF
Correspondent
CONVENTION HALL. KANSAS
CITY, Mo, Sept 6.-Entering real
enemy territory" the home of Sen
ator Reed, one of the most bitter op-
ponents of the league of nations,
President Wilson today received a ire
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The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
ifBy Hugh Baltic, United Press STAFF
rorracnnpdapt

A fBy Hugh Baillie, United Press Stan
Correspondent
ABOARD THE PRESIDENTS
TRAIN, APPROACHING KANSAS
Terry, NO., Sept 6.-Constituents OF
i Senator Reed, one of the principal
\ opponents OF the league of nations
today were to hear President VIII
II is arguments for ratification.
7. Kansas City is Reeds home town.
Wilson apparently is making an
eff9rtto humanize and visualize the
!, tre atty and to convince the people
t the nation is facing one of the
st morieHtous alternatives Of its
4 tory, that II the verdict is against
\ treaty as 1t stands the effect will
felt in the homes and pocket
ks Of American citizens. Rejec-
- 1, he says, will make America a
yer facing disappointed unfriendIy
lions in an armed world with con-
1 luent higher living costs and
sntual war. This was emphasized
ST. Louis speeches.
4 The president says he wants to get
acquainted with the people to get the
\ ladoH'S viewpoint and he seems to
EEK opportunity to get close to
rs.
Before the train left st. Louis he
for some time on the rear plat
m railing swinging his leg while
idreds massed against the iron
aets OF the train shed fence, n few
Feet distant, stared, occasionally
bursting into brief spasms o. ar
plause. Many asked for !. speech,
bu Wilson smilingly answe ed "Oh,
no, end others tried to engage him
conversation, shouting "Ho
oody, He nodded, grinn,i and
yea MS hand, but refused to talk.
.ong after Wilson disappeared in
:, crowd remained staring after
train.
tf'. Wilson received so MANY
sSers in ST. Louis the private :.ar
tayhoWer looked like a conserva-
Iorv. big box of blossoms wos
IA, from the train to the city hos
ne crowds appear 10 IKE VIII
use of phrases, such as con
iptiole cutters" in his criticism
hose who do not approve OF the
ue Shouts of swat ,em" and
.ar cries followed his employ
Oh that kind of language.
Tar there has been prcric;.lly 40
ing, but 1t was expected some
uohs might be shouted AT VIII
N Kansas City, Reeds strong
nsons reply to Gompers. .eIe-
aed from st. Louis, vas the first
VI administrative business .rars.
s1sa on the train. There probably
Xxi be more. p'
presidents special stopped for
a., an nour at Independence, Mo-,
fas a, Kansas City. while Warson break.
tha S ~ word quickly spread through
.e 'own and people came running
= al directions. Most Of them
:, ~ women, in their "bnnpalow
suS or Mother Hubbards" OF
'a'ever they may be termed sun
. eIs some of them wearing ann
ID q many Juggling children in their
40 Dozens of overalled, freckled
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
ACTORS STRIKE
AT AN END
Agreement Reached and Broadway
Theatres, Long Dark, are
to be Opened This
Evening.

UNITED Press Leased Wire Service
NEW YORK, Sept. 6.-The
actors strike is ended. After rep
reseptatives of the managers and
the Equity association mad concluded
a seven hour session, which lasted
until o'clock this morning, 1t was
announced that an agreement had
been reached and that broadway
theatres would begin reopening to-
might
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
Mother Of Five Babies.

UNITED Press Leased Wire Service.1
RED BAY, Fla, Sept. 6.--Mrs. Oscar
Bray of Walden Bridge. near here.
has just become the mother of qusn-
tet of babies. Mother and the five
new Brays are getting along nicely.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
TWO HUNDRED
BILLION DOLLARS
War Expenses of Allies Figured al
This Enormous Sum With
Germany Paying France
$18,5Oo, 100000.

limited Press Leased Wire Service.
PARIS, Sept 6.-Finance Minister
Klotz announced in the chamber OF
deputies today that the war ex.
penses of the allies had been esti-
mated at 100000, 100000.
According to Klotz, germany will
pay France ,500,0o0,000 within the
next thirty-six years.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
VIII Strike Monday.

UNITED Press Leased Wire Service. ]
SCRANTON, Pa, Sept. 6.--Nineteen
thousand mine workers employed at
the twenty collieries of the Hudson
Coal company between Forest City and
Plymouth will strike Monday morning
by order of the general grievance com
mittee of employees before that time
This decision was reached last even
ing.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
e'se "a Bill Donneny Cleaned
| Up snipers and Wins
Medals.

HI ! ,lon noRK, Sept. s.-one lieuten
Ito sninas Twelve other officers and
IAN eraas. OF the German army cried
kelly ! ~ to Sergeant .eBill. Non.
any B 1ssa ., Irish member OF Com
|}nd ! IA, islh infantry, during the sac.
lsc.a1 : Of the Marne-and ther sIw
sesnt Bill" up in the
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
Former Saloon Buildings Find
New Tenants at Higher
Rents.

limited Press Leased Wire Service
NEW YORK, Sept. 6.-The slump
In realty values forecast as an after
math of prohibition, has not material.
lied here, according to leading real
estate operators today.
In districts where number or
saloons were closed they have found,
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
New contract Phrase.

Boston Transcript: For the once
nonuIar "Deo volente" there is a
growing disposition to say instead,
ST there is no strike on by that time.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06
Paris Theatre Strike.

UNITED Press Leased Wire Service
PARIS. Sept. 6.-Following a gen
eral strike of organized entertainers
and theatre employers, a general
lockout in Pans music halls began
today.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06

If you rule by fear, some day you'll
be ruled by fear. Look at the kaiser.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06

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The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06

Fair. Continued Warm. Local
temp. Z p. NJ, Sc; z a. NJ, So.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06

The Telegraph Service Of The
Daily Gate City and Constitu-
t;on-Denlocrat is received over
our own leased wire.
The daily Gate City and constitution-Democrat. (Keokuk, Iowa) 1916-1922, 1919-09-06

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Evening star., 1919-05-16
SMITHSONIAN AID IN PAY
RECEASSIFlCATION WORK

Employees Of the Smithsonian Inst.-
tuition have organized to co-operatc
with the joint congressional commits
sion for reclassifcat!on of salaries,
The central and subcommittees arc IS
follows:
Central committee - Representing s
joint commission Of Congress, Selden
2. Spencer; representing Smithsonian
Institution, w. dec. Ravenel; repre-
senting employees of Smithsonian In
stitution. L. W. Beeson.
Subcommittees: United States Ma
tional Museum-J S. Goldsmith and
w. a. Kuowes, for employees directly
under the administrative office: Miss
l.. A. Rosenbusch and w. II. Egberts
for employees in department of anthro-
pology; j. E. Benedict and Austin H
Clerk. for employees in department OF
biology; r. S Bassler, for employees in
department of biology; T. T. Belote
and w. H. Goldsmith, for arts and In
dustries building.
National Geological Park, A. b
Baker and A. &. Meyer: astrophyslca
observatory, F. f. Fowle and Andrew
Kramer: bureau of American ethnol-
ogy, DIR. J. w Fewkes and Delaney
Gill; bureau of international ex-
changes. c. w. Shoemaker and F. r..
Gass: international catalogue OF
scientific literature. l.. c. Gunnell and
Miss J. A. McDevitt.
Evening star., 1919-05-16

ployes residing in the District Of CO.
lumbia.
! Question TO- What supplies, uni
form. or equipment, II any, are you
| required to furnish at your own ex-
| pense?
| In some instances employees may be
] required to furnish certain equip
| ment. For example. 1t may be that a
teamster 10 hired at rate which in
cludes the use Of a horse and wagon;
a messenger may furnish q bicycle,
| or a carpenter his tools.
| Question II. What are your regu-
lar working hours?
J This does not refer to the standard
hours as fixed by the department, but
! the actual hours, not including over
time, during which an employe Is re-
Quired to be on duty
| Question II (e). Leave per year: %
Annual -. (2) Sick -.
Here should be entered the amount
of annual and sick leave permissible
| under the departmental regulations.
Question 12. Do you work overtime? ?
Overtime should be estimated on the
basis of the employees experience in
! his present position.
Question 13. Do you work full time
or part time in this position?
This question does not ask whether
an employe puts in all of the daily
time expected of him or whether he is
conscientiously performing his duty.
1t Is intended for the use of employees
who are hired for parttime service
only. Laborers may be employed dur
ing the summer only. Other positions
may require only a few hours of serv-
ice day or perhaps few days per
month.
Question IA. Are you responsible
for the direction or supervision of the
work Of others?
All employees who are responsible
for the work of others and who give
instructions to subordinates should
answer "yes" to this question. If the
supervision is joint or part time, this
fact should be noted
Question Is. If so. how many?
Here should be entered the approxi-
mate total number of employees for
whose work you are responsible. For
example, a bureau chief should give
the number of the employees in the
bureau. even though many of them
report through branch heads.
Question 21. How long altogether
have you been in the civilian employ
of the United States government or
of the municipality of the District of
Columbia?
The answer to this question should
not include any time spent outside
of the service. Such time should be
carefully deducted.
Question %. Statement of work
by immediate superior.
The commission desires to obtain
the best possible information con-
cerning the work attached to the po-
sition in question. If the immediate
superior cannot in any way. either
by supplementing the statement of
the employe or by making a state
ment in more definite language, i'm
prove on the employees statement. he
may state that he concurs in the
statement made in answer to ques
tion 4.
Question 26. Qualifications of ap-
plicants for the position.
The commission does not here wish
to be told what qualifications the
Civil Service Commission has pre-
scribed for the position in question.
or what may be the qualifications of
the present incumbent of the position.
1t wishes to know what qualifications,
in the opinion of the immediate su-
perfor. ought to be set up for future
applicants for the position. This in
formation should be definitely stated,
such as. for example, High school
Evening star., 1919-05-16
5000 Conductors at Convention.

ST. LOUIS, Mo-. May 16.-Five thou
sand delegates had been registered
today with the reception committee
of the Order of Railroad Conductors.
in triennial convention here. So far
the question of wage increases has
not been discussed. delegates said, as
the business sessions were occupied
principally with amending the con-
stitution and bylaws. The conVen :
tion, which opened Monday, is expect
ed to continue for three weeks.
Evening star., 1919-05-16
BOu's SI.OO Caps, 79c

1t takes SO many caps for boy, in
order to have one that he can find,
that an extra one never comes amlSs.
These caps are the newest shapes and
patterns and are priced exceedingly
low. Sizes 61s to rs.
Evening star., 1919-05-16

education: two years Of experience as
a stenographer: good judgment; tact:
keen perception"
Evening star., 1919-05-16
S2.25 Khaki Pants, SI.z9

The pants of khaki. are made of
the genuine O. D. quality, guaranteed
fast color and seams reinforced.
Included are light and dark cheviot
pants, also cut full, some lined. Sizes
! to 18 years.
Evening star., 1919-05-16
B0u's 81 BLouses, 69c

Percale, chambray and fancy
stripes. Good sturdy blouses, in an
attractive assortment OF color1ngs.
Neckband or attached collar styles,
to 1o years.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
WATER SPORTSMEN
 AT WORCESTER
All in Readiness for Amateur Oars men Contests to Be Held
 Tomorrow.

Worcester, Mass, Aug. 1--Brilliant- ly decorated canoes and launches lined the mile and a quarter course at Lake Quinsagmond today when the amateur oarsmen of America tested their skill and strength in the 45th regatta of the national association of amateur oarsmen. The events will be completed tomorrow.
 Weather conditions were heavy early in the day but the regatta com mittee announced the races will be rowed regardless of storms. The water was choppy when a number of scul- ler5 and crews warmed up in prac- tice sprints and started before the noon hour.
 The annual meeting of the eastern division of the American canoe asso- citation was held this noon on the south regatta course with a large en- try list from New England clubs. There were Il races. Nine events were on the national regatta program today, with the first race scheduled to start at o'clock.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
CITY ITEMS.

Dennis OKeefe, a member of the supernumcrary police force, under went an operation at St. Francis hos pital, Hartford, for trouble to his leg He had been a patient at the institu- ton for several weeks with pneu- monia and is now on the road to re- covery.
 The annual pilgrimage of Roman Catholics of this city and nearby cities to tho shrine of St. Anne of Beaupre in Montreal, Canada will start Monday. About 70 will make the trip and the party will be led by Rev. John T. Winters, pastor of St. Mary's church.
 TO be sold at public auction, fifteen building lots on City and Connecticut avenues, ? r M, Sunday afternoon, rain or shine-advt.
 Chief w. J. Rawlings has granted permit to Thomas r. Mccarthy for a carnival in this city during the week of August 11--16.
 Personal Tax Collector J. w. Mills is having notices mailed to tax dc lnquents, notifying them to pay at once or be arrested.
 The three boys picked up by the police Wednesday night are still at the police station, no word having been received from the New York police.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
PRETTY HOME WEDDING.
Miss Alwina C. Mocllc Becomes Bride
 of Richard c. GOldthWait

A pretty wedding took place on Thursday afternoon at o'clock, when Miss LAlWina Gladys HOellc, daughter of MT. and Mrs. J. Hoellc, of 63 Vance street, became the bride of Richard Charles GoldthWait, of Salem, Mass. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Warren +. Cook, of Trinity Methodist church.
 Mrs. Frances M. Oliver, sister of the bride. attended as matron of honor and the best man WAS Robert Fl. GoldthWait, of Salem, a brother of the bridegroom. Immediately after the ceremony a reception was held at the brides home. MT. and Mrs. Gold thfait left on a wedding trip and upon their return will reside at 39 Gordon street, Som erville, Mass.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
DECISION HELP UP
 IN FIXING BAME
Vermont Judge Lcnicnt With Ac- cucd WlO is Convicted on
 Granddaughter Charge.

Burlington Vt.. Aug. Michael Aruzza of Winooski, was found guilty of manslaughter by d jury in the Chitteden county court this morning and sentenced to a term of not less than 10 years or more than . years at hard labor in states prison at Windsor. The convicted men WAS charged with murder in causing the also of WinooslSi, following d quarrel on the night of June I and the trial has been in progress since Tuesday morning. The accused man has com pletely recovered from his grilling examination of yesterday and present. ed the same social appearance that has characterized him throughout the brief period yesterday when he was rehearsing the actual scene of the fatal fight.
 Judge MOutlOn in pronOuncing sen tence said, Michael Aruzza it is hard for the court to be compelled to pass sentence upon you. You have been found guilty of taking the life of another man. You have taken away what you can never give back. You have d wife and family and I am going to be lcnient with you, more than if the circumstances were diff fcrent. You are a young man and hope you will hink over what you have done and when you come out decide to lead a law abiding life. I am going to sentence you to not less than 10 years or more than 15 years at hard labor at states prison in Windsor"
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
Mrs. WiIhCImina Olson.

Mrs. Wilhemina Olson, wife of Charles E. Olson, of 174 Jubilee street, died at o'clock this morning after a long illness. The funeral will he held Sunday afternoon at 2:15 o'clock from the home and at o'clock from the Swedish Bethany church. Rev. MT. Walstrom will of- ficiate and intermen will be in Fair view com ctery. Besides her husband, Mrs Olson leaves four daughters Mrs. Artemas Stockman and Miss Florence Olson, both of this city. and Mrs Bernard Skinner, of New Haven, and Mrs. Clara Bartctt, of Glaston- bury. Mrs. Olson had been a member of the Swedish Bethany church for the past 21 years.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
George Stin9Ie.

Funeral services were held this afternoon for George Stingle, 16-year- old son of Mir. and Mrs. Gottlieb Stinglc, of Seymour street, whose death resulted from a swimming ac- cident Rev. Henry w. Maier, pastor of the First Congregational church, was in charge of the services. which were held at 3 o'clock, and interment followed in I'airvieW cemetery. The pallbearers and flower bearers were friends of the deceased
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
FATHER O'DELL A PASTOR.

Rev. William F. O'Dell, formerly of this city, who has been curate in St. Peters church. Hartford, for several years, has been assigned by Rt. Rev. Bishop John J. Milan to the passionate of St. Bridgets church in Elmwood. Father O'Dell recently re- turned from France, where he served as chaplain in the A. E. F. with the rank of a captain.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
REALTY TRANSFERS

The following realty transfers were recorded today in the city clerk S office William Ross to AXel H. Ed man land and buildings on South Main street; William Thiede to Albert A. Rogula property at Buena Vista avenue; Joseph Smykla to John Lehman land and buildings at 262 High street; George Chest to Kathrina Nycystyl land at Belvidere.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
EXPECTED IN STATES

Rev. Warren r. Cook, pastor of the Trinity Methodist church is expected back in the States this week and after a short stay at the shore he will again take up his duties as minister at the church. During his absence from the States the work at the church has been under the su- pervision of Rev. H. F. Cook, father of Rev. Warren F. Cook
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
ICE CREAM TAKES JUMP.

The management of the New Haven Daily Ice Cream company anNOuncc that an increase in the prices of ice cream has been made and will take effect tomorrow. There will be a 10 per cent. increase on bulk cream and Is per cent. on bricks.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
ONE KILLED, TWO HURT
 WHEN AUTO OVERTURNS

Hooksctt, N. Fl, Aug. 1-Lewis B. Goodwin, of Manchester, N. H., was killed and Edward Hays, also of Manchester, and Augustus Yarns worth, of Hyde Park, Mass, were se- riously injured today when an auto mobile overturned.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
DEATHS AND FUNERALS
Mrs. Teofiia Osajea.

Mrs. Teofla Osajea, of Erwin place, died suddenly of heart disease late yesterday afternoon at her home She was about 40 years old. She leaves her husband and seven chll7 dren. The funeral was held thls morning at the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Burial was Ill the Sacred Heart cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
COSkNSrnAN (hanCSSia.

COSllOSroW ChanCSSia, aged D years, died yesterday afternoon at the state sanitarium in Newington. He leaves his wife and family. The funeral will be held tomorrow after noon and burial will be in FairvieW cemetery.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01

tnfouSn northern New England.
 Miss Winefred Boehm will spend the weekend at Silver Sands as the guest of MT. and Mrs. c. Parsons.
 Miss Dorothy Dutton and Miss Marion Calender leave tomorrow for CoSey Beach for a week. The young ladies will spend a week in New York city.
 Miss Ellen F. Needham of Wake field Court, and Miss Flora Abetz of Lincoln street will return this even- ing from a two weeks vacation at Block Island.
 Miss Margaret Walsh will leave tomorrow for a two weeks stay at Newport, k. 1.
 William C. kranowitz of New York is visiting in this city.
 Assessor and Mrs. August Burk- hardt will leave this evening for two weeks" stay at Christmas Cove, Maine.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
DIRECTS PROBE OF
 COST OF FOOTWEAR

Washington, Aug. IA resolution directing the federal trade commits sion to inquire into the increased cost of shoes was reported out today by the house interstate commerce com n1ittee.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
PLAINVILLE NEWS
(Continued from Ninth Page.)

others travelling through the town did likewise. This has been stopped to q great degree. Local people were warned that arrests would follow a continuance of the habit while tho constable was told to take the num- bers of other offending autoists and their licenses would be suspended by the stato department after a warning.
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
SAFE IS ROBBE,D.

An official of the Elmer Auto Company reported to the police last evening that $35 was abstraCtcd from the safe in the office on Main street yesterday afternoon
New Britain herald., 1919-08-01
METER THIEVES ACTIVE.

Gas meter thieves are operating 6 gain in this city, a report having been received from the Lithuanian