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prosperous business. There fs 10
need for the proposed leEislstion 10
take the refrigerator cars and stock
yards in which the large packers are
interested. The principal reason the
packers are interested IN these Ia
cihties is TO secure adequate and efh-
cient service.
Under no system OF Government
ownership or OF railroad ownershIp
could the service be as Efficient a., !,
now ls. Anything that would reduce
the efficiency would be Detrimental 4.
both producers and consumers. by TN
creaking marketing costs.
The proposed Legislation ts Of n
most radical character. in thar A pro-
poses an Unlimited power OF rerul.-
ton over this one industry. The oe-
mand for this arose from videspress
Ignorance about any prejudice arsinst
the packing industry. The hackers
are in keen and strong eompetitton
with each other and perform their
services at the lowest possible unit
cost and on the smallest possikls
margin OF proft, and there is no rea-
son In the world why this fndustrv
should be singled out for restrictive
regulations
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own capital and initiative so that
competitors may make free use of
them.
l submit to you that the proposal
does not suggest the proper remedy
for the evils that the Trade Com
mission claims exist, and that the
carrying out OF the provisions of this
bill would make for inefficient and
poorer service.
stock Yards.
As for the stock yards-if il is
decided that the present system of
regulation under the Bureau of Mar
kets CT the Department Of Agricul-
ture is not sufficient, then the Gov
ernment should provide for the i'm
mediate separation OF the stock
yards from packer ownership, but
should at the same time make sure
that the present efficient operation
will be continued.
As for the handling Of other than meat
products, 1 am afraid that can offer
no suggestion for constructive leEisla-
tion along this line. am sure that you
will decide that it is absolutely out Of
the question to give the Government
power to say what commodities we may
or may not handle. Such extension Of
activities as Swift & Co. has undertaken
can be clearly shown to have ample
economic Justification.
The only question involved in this
connection is whether the packers use
forms of unfair compe tition in hand
ling allied products. The law al
ready grants power to the Federal
trade commission to prevent unfair
competition; il an unprejudiced and
scientific investigation of our selling
methods reveal any practices which
can be considered as unfair, shall
be the first to have our selling
methods changed so that they can
not be open to legitimate criticism
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UNFAIR, SAYS.
SWIFT OFFICIAL.

The profits Of Swift & Co. on meat
during 1918 were only about cents on
each dollar Of sales, L. D. H. Weld. man.
ager OF the commercial research de-
partment of Swift & Co, told the House
Interstate Commerce Committee today
when he appeared before that body to
oppose legislation to regulate the pack
ing industry. Yields testimony was
much the same as that Of j. Ogden
Armour, who preceded him.
A charge that the investigation of the
packing industry by the Federal Trade
Commission was "one-sided' and that
the Commission had made improper
use of partial files Of correspondence
Of Swift & Co. with the object Of put
ting a derosatory light on the com
pany's business dealings. was made by
the Swift & Co. officials.
Denies Combination.
Like Armour. Weld emphatically de.
MED THAI there is any combination be-
tween the big fiye'' packers-Armour
& Co.. Swift & Co., Morris & Co., Wilson
& Co, and Cudahy Packing Co-as
charged by the Federal Trade Commits
sion.
Swift & Co.'S profits on its cattle
and beef operations during 1915 net
ted q profit of only a small fraction
of a cent per pound for the beef, and
during the year ended June 80, 1918.
there were twenty-five out Of the
ffty-two weeks in which Swift & Co.
either made no money at all or actu-
ally lost money on its beef operations, S,
Weld told the committee.
q -
ing 1918 were only about cents on
each dollar Of sales" he continued.
$50 that the net earnings of the total
business were only 11.2 per cent on
the capital and surplus. The larger
than normal profits made during war
times have been no more than enough
to provide for financing the business
and for building extensions and i'm
provements, and have also been rea-
sonable as compared with the profits
made by other large corporations"
Calls Investigation Unfair.
1t was emphasized by Weld that
Swift and Company had never been
given an opportunity to present the
facts OF their business, and that the
Federal Trade Commission had used
only such data as would appear. to
make out a case against the pack
ers"
THE Federal Trade Commission -
he said, 'fn one instance has used
certain letters taken from the files
OF Swift and Company to support a
statement made in its report, and has
failed to use other letters which il
had also taken from the files. but
which disproved the point that the
Federal Trade Commission was trying
to make.
THE proposed bill for the regula-
ton OF the packers is based on the
erroneous theory that there is a COM
bination among the FIVE large pack
ers to depress live stock prices and
to raise meat prices.
The Federal Trade Commission has
failed 60 prove that the packers have
any such combination. because nc
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ORGANIZATION OF LIVE
STOCK INDUSTRY URGED

COLUMBIA, Mo- Jan. 2s.-orFani-
Estion OF a central body representa-
tive OF every branch OF the live stock
Industry OF the nation. was urged hy
Thomas E Wilson, president OF VIII
son e. Co, packers. Chicago. in an ad-
dress before 5000 Missouri farmers
attending Missouri fsrmers' week
here, where he was the principal
speaker.
The numerous organizations scat-
tered around the country. said NJ
Wilson, while doing considerable
sood. fall far short OF what they
should do by. not all joining In one
central organization. As q result Of
the absence Of such an orgsnisatsoa,
he said, the live stock producer fs
almost without correct fnformation az
to real problems confronting his own
industry.
The speaker pointed TO the estab-
lishment OF fixed prices for hors a.
what can come from Organization and
conferences. but declared that the ab-
sence OF one central orgsnization %
the producers was responsible for
many farmers shipping in too nssv
hogs to markets beyond the capacity
OF the packing houses. II there ex-
listed a central organization he said,
this situation could not exist.
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such combination exists" he said.
The case presented is based primar-
lily on the fact that the percentage
OF receipts taken by each packer at
the variouS markets remains very
nearly consistent from year to year"
There is no agreement concerning
division OF live stock receipts, and the
percentage taken by tho different
packers remains nearly the same, be-
cause OF intense competition and RI
valry, Weld declared. Each packer
watches thc others so closely that no
single packer is able 10 increase his
proportion OF the business appreci-
ably"
Letters Held Up. He Says.
I'VE have in our possession" said
Weld, copies OF communications which
were taken from our files by the
Trade Commission. which show sub
stantislly higher prices paid at ths
second market than were bid at the
first market. The Trade Commission
carefully RETAINED from reproducing
such communications along with the
others. The Trade Commission offers
no evidence of collusion between the
buyers OF the different packers.
swift & Co. handles very few com
modities besides meat products, but
such products as are handled or man
ufsctured are closely related eithef
to, the manufacturing end or the sales
end OF the business. We have q
large selling organization. covering
the whole country with branch
houses, corps OF statesmen, delivery
equipment, etc. 1t would be economic
waste il We did not use this distrib-
uting machinery for the handling OF
such products as butter, eggs and can
ned goods, which are sold to the same
class OF dealers and by the same
statesmen
There is no ground for the state
ment that the wholesale grocer is
likely to disappear within FIVE or six
years. Swift e. Co. has no intention
whatever OF taking in the great va.
riety OF products now handled by
wholesale grocers.
Many OF the smaller packers have
testified before the committee that
they had no complaint TO offer con-
cerning the operation OF the stock
yards, and that they were doing a
The Washington times., 1919-01-23
GERMANY DENIES SHE
is PROVOKING POLES

AMSTERDAM, Jan. 23.-Britain's
demands that Germany refrain from
provoking the Poles has brought a
denial from the Germans, who assert
that Germany has sought to do every
thing to redress Polish grievances
They also accuse Poland OF continual
ly provoking the Germans.
Posen is in a state of upheaval, the
German reply says, and Germans re
siding there have appealed to the
German government for protection.
1t has been necessary to take military
measures 10 restore order, the note
says.
The Washington times., 1919-01-23
President Turns Down
Gigantic Task Of Naming
South's Rhyming Triplets'

ALBANY, Ala, Jan. 2S.-When
President Wilson decided that
naming tripIets was too pig a
task for a mere President OF the
nation to assume. and the Gov
ernor of Alabama delayed for
two weeks while coming the
situation. Mr.. and Mrs. Posey Liv-
ingston. of this city settled the
momentous question for them
selves. Their little ones are
named Frederick B., Robert Lee,
and E~ell Dee.
The parents wrote President
Wilson OF the arrival OF the
party" at their house, asking
him TO name them. The President
wrote, expressing his gratifcs-
tion at the proposed honor, but
declaring the task was monu-
mental, and begging to be ex-
cused.
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NO END OF WARS YET,
GENERAL WOOD DECLARES

TOPEKA. Kan. Jan. 23.-Addressing
a joint session of the Kansas legislature
here. Gen. Leonard Wood pleaded for a
system of universal training.
1t is nothing short of murder to send
an equal force Of men against an op-
posing force with superior training and
equipment" Wood said.
The prediction of no more war is
old as history, and has no foundation.
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10-YEAR- OLD BOY FOUND
GUILTY OF MANSLAUGHrER

BRIDGEToN, y. J., Jan. 23.-ren-
yesr-old Rufus Green wss convictss
i'm the county court of msnsIaurhter
in shooting and killing his playmate.
Ephraim Pierce, eight years old. in q
fit OF childish anger.
The jury refused to believe Green's
story that the gun was accidentally
discharged while IL was being han aeo
to him by Mathew Pierce. brother of
the boy who was shot.
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HURLED FROM BED sY suAsr.

CHICAGO, Jan 23.-An explodiar
bomb threw occupants OF two-family
house from their beds and broke win
dows in the building and in neiEhber-
ing houses. The house is owned by
Tony Tsscatera, who had received Sew
ersl threatening letters recently, po-
lice said.
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TO IMPROVE RAILROAD
PASSENGER SERVICE

Pre.war standards OF passenger
service will be restored as early as
practicable, and where possible i'm
proved schedules will be inaugu, ted
Director Genera! Hines told the Am, =
lean Passenger Traffic Association
which is in session here. Several
leading railroad officials agreed that
the consolidated ticket Offices should
be maintained.
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N. z. CASUALTIES 1882.

WELLINGTON. New Zealand Jan.
s3.-Official compilations have been
completed showing New Zealand's
casualties in the war 10 have totaIed
81 .932- The number killed was 165OO
only forty-five were taken prisoners
.Y the enemy.
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1000 Carloads a Week.

We have at times shipped as nigh
as 1000 carloads of fresh meats in
our own cars in single week 10 the
American army at home and abroad
and to the allies, and it is a question
, whether. under Government owner
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Refrigerator Cars.

Swift & 90. were compelled 10 build
refrigerator cars because the rail-
roads refused TO furnish cars for
them. We have feet OF nearly 1000
such cars, and they form an impor-
tant part of the service rendered the
public. These cars are distributed in
accordance with our needs in various
parts of the country, and in order to
facilitate their movement they have
to be closely followed up TO see that
none get sidetrhcked or delayed.
We have only so per cent of our
requirement for our business, and az
they are a losing proposition fnan-
cially at present, we have no objec-
tions to the Government purchasing
these cars outright at fair market
price IL they could give us equally
satisfactory service-whiCh we doubt
VeT much
The Washington times., 1919-01-23
ADVERTISEMENT
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Doctor Says Phosphorated Malt
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and Strong, ActiUe Vigorous Men

Fre>cribes IL in His Practice Daily,
Recommends IL 10 His Friends
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Less Dangerous Method.

Furthermore, believe we can show
you that the proposals of this bill are
based on an utter misunderstanding
of the packing industry, and especiaI-
ly OF those facilities which il is deem
ed necessary by the trainers of this
bill to regulate.
1t seems to me that a less dangerous
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In No Agreement.

In conclusion, let me repeat that
""lit d GO. has no agreement, either
formal or informal, with other pack
eTS concerning the division of live
STOCK receipts, the distribution Of
meats or IN any way which affects
i've stock or meat prices
believe that ] have been abIe 70
snow you that this bill is based ON
misconceptions Of the packing indus-
'rN and Of the service that it renders
the public. 1t is drastic and lInnrer-
edehtcd and amounts practicaIiv IN
class Legislation.
Inc only thing that is wrong with
the packing business is the nuhIir
Impression that something is wronp
ii that impression, which has baen
created by misstatementS and Tho in-
HdWlhS or public prejudice. colld h.
removed, the need for all this lepi.-
IaIloh would also be removed.
Object Of the Bill.
The bill has for its primary obio.t
the opening up of certain facilities
namely, cars, stockyards, and branch
houses for the use of councillors and
to give the Government DOVER to
prescribe the products that the mack
ers may or may not handle.
Mr. Colver has stated to you that if
these facilities were opened to com
pctitors for use freely and fairy
there would be no need for this Icpis-
latIon. II" admits that il j., not i'm,
proper for the packing .onccrnS to
own branch houses or rcfriCerator
"'"s. Vie would merely extend the
use Of these facilities which the
packers have developed with their
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-24
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE K
HOUSES FOR SALE
HOME BARGAIN"

BEAUTIFUL NORwOOD.
 7-room bungalow; just being com pleted: ready to move in Oct. 1; has every modern convenience, in cluding extra shower bath, break fast room, bedrooms, hardwood floors. beautiful decorations, serv- ants room and garage. with front driveway; large cemented base ment, furnace heated; also grates; perfectly level lot, facing east, with shades trees; built of best material; all purchased before present high prices. including lot; the No. is 1512 N. 18th st.; make a thorough examination of this home for yourself, and then for price and terms see your agent, or phone owner at Main 164s-J.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-24
Legion to Adopt New
 Re-Empl0yment Policy
By Associated Pr...

New York, September 23-Announce- ment that the American Legion is to adopt a more permanent policy of re- employment assistance for discharged soldiers, 10000 of whom two recent iE- vestigations show are still seeking jobs, was made here today by the na tiona executive committee. The plsn which. 1t was said. contemplated the legion's carrying on in large measure the work undertaken by Col. Arthur Woods of the United States employ ment service. will be submitted to the nationaL convention of the veterans in Minneapolis November 10. II and 1z.
 Each post in every city is urged to oppoint a strong employment commit tee and establish relationships with the Salvation Army. Knights of Colum- bus. Y. M. c. A. and kindred organi- zations for the purpose of co-operat- ing with them in the work of plac- ing their remaining idle comrades in position.
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WEST END
EXTRA GOOD BUY

Built for a home; bungalow; rooms; hardwood floors: furnace heat; nice shade; large lot; 10ox160; North Highlands; 2 blocks of car line; this is an undoubted bargain at $4000; terms very easy. See it today. Davis Investment Co, S07 Title Guarantee Bldg. Phone Main ss6
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Salary Revision to Be
 Taken Up September 30
By Assoclated Press

Washington. September 25.-Requests of supervisory officials, of the signal and maintenance and way departments of the railways for revision of salary schedules will be taken up September % by the rail- road administration. This was agreed upon today at conference and regional directors have been instructed to send to the meeting representatives of each group of supervisors. The supervisors contended while wages of the men under them had been increased. their situation had not been considered.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-24

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 Bungalow. near car line, South High . lands, modern throughout and very attractive, hardwood floors, beam ceilings, tile bath, furnace heat; any one wanting a bungalow home this should suit them. Price, 5000; terms. See T. w. Quinn, with Jemison R. F. & I. Co, 211 N. 20th st. Main 52So.
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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE K
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 $500 acres red uplands and Tennessee river bottoms for sale at sS0 to s75 per acre; this is the famous old Dancy es- tate, just recently bought and now cut up into tracts of 40 acres and up; any size farm you want good roads, schools and churches on pike and only 30 to 35 minutes ride from Decatur, Ala; one of the best white neighborhoods in north Alabama; land suitable for. cot ton, corn or hay and is out of boil weevil district; good water sufficient for any purpose: reasonable terms to purchasers. If interested communicate with J. w. Knight. agent Albany. Ala.
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HOUSES FOR SALE
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Connecticut western news., 1919-03-27
WOMEN'S COUNCIL
MEETS IN PARIS
Eighty WeII-KnoWn French Wom-
en- Guests of Y. w. C. A.
~ for Opening Session.

Paris, Feb. Eighty Of the most
interested In all women's problems at
tended the first meeting of the Provi-
sional Council Of the American Young
Women's Christian Association, held
at Paris headquarters, Place Edou-
ard VII, Jan. 80.
Mrs. Robert Lansing, wife Of the
Secretary of State, who is first vice
president of the council, presided, con-
Quoting all sessions in French, as two
thirds of the members represent
French associations with whom the
Y. w. G. A. has been cooperating.
All women in France are looking for
ward to the findings of the council as
of tremendous Importance rot only to
women In France, but all over the
world. The purpose of the council is
to collect and make available informa-
ton about conditions and needs Of wo-
men, to become acquainted with wo-
men who are identified with different
kinds of work and to develop a few
typical Illustrations which will set
standards for future permanent work.
Following are the societies repre-
sented: Union Chretienne des Jeun
Files, Student Movement, Foyer des
Alliees, Amies de la Jeune File, Ma
tional Council of Women. Among the
delegates were Nine. Jules Siegfried,
Nine. Avril de st. Croix, Baroness
VAUDEVILLE, Countess Pourtales and
Nine. Waldegrave Of London.
Mrs. William G. Sharp, wife of the
ambassador to France, is honorary
chairman of the council and Mrs. Fran
els Mcneil Bacon president pro TEN.
Miss Charlotte Niven, director Of Y.
w. G. A. work in Italy, is secretary.
Departmental and provincial groups
will hold meetings weekly to discuss
local problems, the entire council meet
ing at the end Of each month. In April,
at the last meeting, each group will
decide how the information and ex.
perience may be used most effectively
in the future.
Delegates are guests at the Hotel
Petrograd, the Y. w. @. A. Hostess
House in Paris.
Connecticut western news., 1919-03-27

or a wedding" was the whisper OF
Kate.
Let's make 1t BOTH" proposed to
Sally.
"Surely there couldn't be a better
place than here under the big pine
it's so smooth and soft and shady
said she.
"Nor could there be q better day OF
better company" urged, for was
not sure that she would agree.
The boats came along. Sally and
waved welcome from the bank an6
she merrily proclaimed:
"It's to be a wedding"
Then a cheer from the boats, II
which joined.
1 shall never forget how, when the
company had landed and the greetings
we're over, Uncle Peabody approached
your mother and said:
"Say, Sally, I'm goin' to plant a kiss
on both O. them red cheeks o. yours
an do it deliberate. too"
He did it and so did Aunt Deel ano
old Kate, and I think that, next to
your mother and me, they were the
happiest people at the wedding.
There is a lonely grave up in the
hills-that of the stranger who died
long ago on Rattleroad. One day
found old Kate sitting beside it and OF
q stone lately erected there was the
name, Enoch Rome.
sit is very sorrowful," she whis
pered. HE was trying to find me
when he died."
We walked on in silence while re
called the circumstances. How strange
that those tales of blood and lawless
daring which Kate had given to Amos
Grimshaw had led to the Staying OF
her own son! Yet, so 1t happened
and the old wives will tell you the
story up there in the hills.
The play ends just as the night is
falling with Kate and me entering the
little home, so familiar now, where she
lives and is ever welcome with Aunt
Deel and Uncle Peabody. The latter
meets us at the door and is saying in @
cheerful voice:
"Come In to supper, you rovers
How solemn We look! Say, IL you ex.
pect Sally and me to do all the laughin
here you're mistaken. There's lot OF
it to be done right now, an it's time
YOU fined in. We amt done nothin
but laugh since we got up, an we're
in need O. help. What's the matter
Kate? Look up at the light in Gods
winder. How bright it shines tonight
When 1 feel bad always look at the
stars"
(THE ENID