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The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-20

to Arkansas. 1t natures in 90 or 10
days and may be planted after ne
the corn rows at the last cultivation
Of the corn crop. Tho distance between
plants varies from four to Is inches,
depending upon the fertility Of the soil.
The depth Of covering Is from one to
two inches, according to the amount
One peck OF shelled Spanish peanuts
or ~ bushels in the pods are required
for an acre.
1T Is a four-in-one crop. 1t produces
food, feed, fertilizer and finance. The
yields are from 80 to so bushels per
acre on the average and one to two
tons of hay. The farmers can make
no mistake In listing the peanut as a
tion."
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-20

worst features OF the situation In Rus
Nia. without them the Bolsheviki would
have been unable to organize such mil
Itary forces as are now at their dis
losal. and their Dictatorship, based
lolely on violence. would have been end
d long ago.
. The artillery equipment Of the Bolsh-
NIX armies Ia declared to be very in
,bmplete, A division has, on an aver
he, from five to eight guns NUM-
obns are said to be scarce and their
Is deficient. Munitions for the
also are running short. The
te1ief OF the central general staff Of the
eblsheyik forces IL a Lett named Wat
phia
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-20
Welcome, Visitors!

To make our store your headquarters.
Wen be pleased to show you the very
newest creations in stylish mems tailor
ing. Moderately priced, j. II. Moriarty
& Son, Tailors, 81 South Main st. adv.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-20
Smoke an Extra.

The hest cigar bet--you never lose,
And say. don't forget the big fights
nj The Lyric. adv.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
Express
Selves on Budget
How to Raise Deficit of $862,
600 is Puzzling Members.

There Is nothing wrong with the
budget in itself, which has been
trimmed down to the core said a
member of the board Of aldermen YES
terday." but the point that is pug
cling many of the members is how to
raise the deficit of approximately sss2,-
600"
Il certainly am not in favor OF adding
an additional burden on the already
sorefy-tried public by raising taxes.
but II the provision for borrowing the
money, as recommended by the finance
committee and approved by the com
mon council. Is carried, II will mean
that Richmond is slipping still further
in'the hole Of Indebtedness. while other
cities. which have taken the bull by
the horns and increased their tax rate.
are forging ahead" lie thinks the city
should likewise meet the issue
sauarely and discontinue it's policy of
issuing bonds.
The people should know the real
truth about the city's financial situa-
item" he said, land II they do not
agree with the action already taken.
should make their sentiments known
While deploring the prospects, OF the
city's going deeper into debt. the ma
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
ny Jay Jerome Williams.

Washington. May a-President Will
son. in a cablegram to Joseph p.
Tumulty. his secretary. today gave a
Tabloid" explanation of the new
French, British and American al
lance. which is TO act in the event
Of an unprovoked attack upon France
by Germany.
The Presidents message was in re-
Spouse to one sent him by MFR.
Tumulty. who asked for information
on the subject because OF the articles
pertaining to the pact which have ap-
peared in various American news
papers. The president said:
Happily there is no mystery or
privacy about what 4 have promised
the government here. have
promised Il propose to the senate 4
supplement in which We shall agree,
subject to the approval OF the council
of the league of nations, to come i'm
medtately to the assistance of
France in case of unprovoke cd at
tack by Germany, thus merely hasten
ing the action to which we should be
bound by the covenant Of the league
OF nations"
The state department. has not vet
received the supplemental pact which.
II interest in ofhcial circles here Is
guaged correctly. IL now as ~anxiously
awaited as was the peace treaty sum
mary. The treaty. though. II IL be
lieved simply provides for "suficient
military and naval forces" on the
part OF both Great Britain and the
United States 4 AFFORD France ade-
quAte protection In the event Of war
with Gsrmanx Only = tnture VA. \
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
HEAVY WINDS HIATT
TEANs- ATLANTIC FLIGHT

HaIifay. n. s.. May 9.-Thc
American naval seapisnc< made no
attempt today to start on tho sec-
Ond leg of their journey 30 Trc-
pa>sy because Of heavy winds re-
ported uo;>idc the harhnr. They
will likely start tomorrow as they
are ready for the next leg.
st. .Iollns. n. f.. May 0.-The
weather again Stoppcd the pro-
ictted British trans. \t,nntic fight
to-day. 4 message from the air.
ministry in todon stated that wea-
there conditions for the Night were
f.irfs- favorable. but q local met,
eoroIogi-t In touch with occan-So-
ing ships pointed out that an east
er,y gale was raging along the
western part Of tho Atlantic. He
said the whole course was hcing
swept Try 'casterly winds. and tho
British airncn postponed tho Night
on his Recommendation.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
Victory Loan Drive
Getting Into Stride

Warrington. May s-The Victory
liberty loan drive Is getting into its
stride on the hom stretch. Today
was the most encouraging day OF the
sntir~ campaign and treasury ofictais
,or the nrst time declared that 1t was
eertain to 60 overland with 4 sur
plus to spare.
The total subscription tonight
stands at $3,3l4,S7o.450, or 1886 per
cent Of the minimum asked OF the
country. The features OF the food OF
subscriptions today included the jump
Of New York from NTH to second
nlace with a gain Of $234.oo0. 900.
Kansas City from seventh I o fourth
place with a gain of $4,000. 900 and
Philadelphia from tenth to sixth
place with a gain OF $4,000. 900.
Two more states went over the top
today-Colorado and Wisconsin. Late
reports from ST. Louis tonight show
the district with a percentage of
f00.11 but determined to roll UP a
big oversubscription.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10

Berlin. May o~"We will not sign!'' is the cry that rings
through all Germany today. 1t glares at one from every news,
paper. in the land and stares out of the defiant eyes of 65,O00OOG
men. women and children. 1t is the slogan at protest meetings
IN every city, village and hamlet and the KEYNOTE of thousands
OF kilograms sent to the government from every part Of the
vatcrland. s@
"Bnt 4 we don t-what then - timidly, with gloomy ford;
holdings. tho question is raised here and there. No one daree
to speak the answer aloud. Yet, with these war sickened. half
starved millions whose dreams are shattered and who dare not
think in any but realistic, hard, common sense terms. that fate.
full question is uppermost and all know it must be answered
sooner or later-and all know what the consequences of a moi
will be. @
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
Agency to Stabilize In
dustry During Period
Ceases to Exist.
DIED
Probably Result in Mar
kets be Thrown Open
and Law of S%upply'and
Demand Allowed.

wMshinxton, May e.-The final CHAP
ter In the story Of the Industrial
boards effort to stabilize industry our-
Ing Az period of Reconstruction was
written today. Secretary OF oorh-
merce Redheld accepted the restgna-
tons of the seven members OF 'he
board. The Offices were closed anu
the retiring members departed iof
their homes.
rhns comes tn an end the first
arency set up BY the government to
make possible continued production
and protect the wages OF labor in the
transition from war to peace. me
Industrial board literally died whiie
bornin'" -
Whether or not the government viii
undertake any further steps TO keep
factories going and labor enpIoyen
was considered very doubtful tonight
: When the question, WAS put. to S%ef~-
tary Redfeld. he said:
This cndS this reconstruction CT
fort. This particular chapter is closed
We are through. What the other de-
may do, OF course ] 90
NOT know. suppose dc~r-iorrfents
witt have to ake their course.'
The result OF this condition is ex-
rected to he that the markets viii
be hrovn open and the law of supply
hffQ GClIt0lt1 dtf'"t' wv
out governmental supervision.
The Industrial board met Its fate
at the hands of Director General
Hines. OF tho railroad administration,
in its Initial effort, which was to bring
about an agreement on the price OK
steel. The director-generai declined 20
accept the price agreed by the noaro
and the steel interests. Secretary REQ
neld upheld the action of the board
when the controversy was presented
to President Wilson by cable he APP
proved the position of Mr.. Hines as
gains his ablne member. her
could have been but one result
adjustment of the board. which was
announced today.
Climax to Dispute.
Thu climax to the dispute came last
.txht. after a conference in New York
etween representatives OF the rail-
road administration and the steel pro-
ducerA Having failed to obtain a
reduction of the schedule OF prices p
proved by the industrial board. the
director general announced;
The conferences on this subject are
at an end and the railroad administra-
ton. in accordance with ITS settled
will proceed as rapidly as IL
needs steel materials Of any kind to
ask for competitive bids n purchase
accordingly"
Prior to his conference Mr.. Hines
called Mr.. Redfeld's attention TO a
message from President Wilson in
which he said that in view of At
tornev General Palmer's opirton that
the industrial boards action had no
authority of law. he thought the board
should be discontinued. Mr.. Redfeld
states that he has not received such a
message from the president although
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
GOOD OLD DAYS.

When Sugar Botton Jones had
the champion sand-lot club in town.
When Pug Hicks was the best In
fielder this side Of the Potomac.
When Charlie ShaRcr used to
hang around the first bag
When Eddie Ro~c was the star
outficldcr.
When Billy Bradley used to treat
the official scorers to pop and pea.
nuts.
When Hughcy CardOzo USED to
he the official scorer and ate all the
peanuts.
when Judge Hrhardson's husky
voice used 10 he heard above the
din from the bleachcries.
when Pat McDonOugh used to
tell them to 'S-l-i-d-e!"
When Piggy Ward and Sam
IMrOQuc and Socks Seybold used to
spread joy In the east bleachcries.
When Tom Palmatary used to
make bets on tho game.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
HUNS DEATH SENTENCE

From one Of the German delegates
at Versailles comes a telegraphed
statement that touches with painful
d~irectness what the German peonIS
view with shivering dread and yetxti
in the back of all minds. ~
wv must make peace with RuSa3al
and invite Russian troops into GA3x
many" ss-@v
Such u Herr Giesbert's message n
his countrymen. -
Premier Scheidemann nut the
hcial stamp on the defiant ATTITUDES
press and public when. addressing ~
peace committee of the national. 11sk
semhlS today. he openly charact1SN
lied the terms as Unacceptable 81
as constituting "GermanY'a deafks'
sentence" C
Monday afternoon at : o'clock ~
national assembly meets 10 doe16SE
whether Germany shall or shalI A.
sign the treaty. s
Meanwhile. according to Schi14S
mann, the German pIenipotenttaf3kH
at Versailles have been i~nstrucfel 81
present a reply pointing out the 01s!
~vergencies between the document x}H
the Wilsonian basis (the fouSt18f9
points)" SsS9
They have been instructed. 5fur{f6
to try to start oral discuG616nGs ss#
But whoever here has read -
French tigers" speech In the 421k
o Palace. knows there iE not Nsal
shadow of a chance for oral
mics. They know Germany NSS
put her complaints in writing.
in writing only. @s@
LUDENDoRFF DErJANx
General L%udenorff wAs foN1ds
temper when eorresponG13&13 \
him out for expert ~c0mmA6tJAM W
he. clinching his fist and gfittin4 kl91
teeth: &s gs sFWss
III there are the peAea
America can go to hellssEN x "
One newspa per. thxS* fS
organ. Frieheit. frankly S1S ~
Compared with Brsst-Iat4$H&5& -
terms are quite moderate. Hukws
m~outhpiece OF the prole4srlAt ({639
the journals Of all ofhAr k6tiNa6Sf
shades in asserting GeTmAny
never sign the conditions. sssrAtaxa8SSNS
In Hamburg. Gerntany'G
port. whose prosperity A1epe01N& 81
most exclusively upon
colonial trade, bitter oppeotHomHA@
manifested to the peace E
Ing Germany's colonies froE1s b@fsss
HAMBURGER Nachrichten. which
TO be Rismarck's personal NApQ1e1
piece. fatty says:
we ANN sign Z peace
our colonies from /" NsfEss
Herr Stresemann, addflGG
peoples party at Hamburg 4
W were not heatAfx44
checked, owing to lack Of eoD1
from the home front. TN1s
hopeful sign for N ut pEessatxt
OF q break among our ensIneonkkaA
Germany - morally Wok&
possessing colonies. despite att#
lies OF British blue books swM
WINGED We will again aSo4
and Germany viii again hA 5e4M
singing '.DeatechJanAs.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
Wilson Gives Tabloid Explanation Of
New French-B American Alliance
In C~ablegram to Secretary Tumuty, President Declares There
is No Mystery About Pact-Wil Act in Event of Unprovoked
Attack Upon France by Huns.

is pointed out, could indicate how
sufficient these forces would have to
be
DESIRE FRANCES SAFETY
In senatorial circles there is a dis
tinct disposition 10 favor the treaty.
inaSmuch az the safety of France is
desired by the entire American nation,
On the other hand. however. the ques-
ton is asked why a defensive al
lance when the league of nations was
to be the sole guarantee of peace"
1t Is on this point that the oppo-
nents OF the league will find their
sharpest argument, for they declare
the presidents statement to be an ad-
mission OF the inadequacy OF The
league itself. In keeping with the
plan to separate the %covenan of the
league OF nations from the peace
treaty. ratify the latter. then give the
people al opportunity I o demon
strate by 4 referendum vote whether
or not they favor a society of nations.
pose ratification Of the alliance pact
a loon ~ II Is brought before the
senate, and then open their big guns
on the league.
The opposition bo~mbardment. it. is
presumed, will maintain that the
futflity OF the league Is a foreordained
fact because Of the presidents spon-
sorship OF a defensive alliance, and
they will point out hat one OF his
main contentious was. that the league
would automatically end all alliance.
and put the entire wor'a--or those
states which were members OF the
leaEue-on IN absolute basis OF
eQuaN-
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
HUNS HOWL in ASTONISHED RAGE
WHEN THEY LEARN COST
LEADING GERMAN EDITORS
RAVE. AND THREATEN

Berlin. May 9.--Here is a sum
mary of German press comment on
the peace erns
Freiheit tRadical): More mod
crate than Brest-Litovsk, but not
a firm and lasting foundation of
peace"
.Norwates: "A peace of annihila-
ton. reducing us to economic slav-
cry"
Frankfurter Zeitunr: Never has
murder been committed in more
courteous form or with more cyni-
cal equanimity."
Lokal Anzeiger: Crushing"
Taegliche Rundschau: "A con-
~tinuation of war: IL accepted 1t
means a new revolution"
Morcen Post: "a peace of humil-
iation."
Tageblatt; 1T surpasses our
blacklist expectations"
The Prussian premier. Herr
Hirsch, calls it Mailed fist peace"
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
MISS O HERE.

Richmond will entertain leading Sal
walton Army officers OF the United
States today and tomorrow, Miss
EvanEeiine Booth. commander Of the
organization. and the national stan
band, Of New York city. being the prin-
cipal guests. Concerts this morning.
afternoon and tonight by the band are
the features of today's program. while
the mass meeting at 4 o'clock at the
City Auditorium tomorrow. which will
he addressed by Miss Booth. will be
the principal celebration of the day.
Miss Booth and the national stan
ba nd will arrive in Richmond at 1;tn
his morning from New York. Al 1880
o'clock Mayor GeorEe Ainslie win re-
ceive the band at the City Hail and 4
concert will be given there. At $3.50
o'clock the band will he the feature Of
the victory loan celebration in Capitol
square and the Richmond loan com
mittee has secured Colonel william
Peart. secretary Of Salvation Army
in the United States as the chief
speaker.
At O'clock the band will partici-
pate in an open-air service at Seventh
and Broad streets. following which a
concert will be given at~the john Mar
shall High school auditorium. The bal d
is composed OF trained vocalist and one
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
Poland, Bohemia and
Rumania in Sad Plight
Menaced by Bolshevism From
Without or Within Allies
Treatment of Russian Prob
lem Blamed,
BY G.ulielmo Fcrrcr. Italian Historian,

BY Gulielmo Ferrer. Italian Historian.
Paris MaX@a~-Th awsas6 ness affti
oscillation with which the Western
powers have treated the Russian
problem have placed Poland. Bohemia
and Furnania in a critical situation,
These three countries are menaced
today by-Ro1sheVlsni from Without or
within by the danger Of a partial re-
sumption OF the war against what re-
mains of the former central empires,
and by famine and lack of raw ma
terials n manufactured products,
l do not believe there is much ex-
a~ggeration in the cries of distress
which these peoples are utlerlng and
for their appeals for succor from the
Western powers. They really are
the victims of the lamentable failure
OF the peace conferences Russian
policy and the difficulties engulfnG
them threaten to rob them of their
share in the allied victory won by
virtue Of their valor and heroism.
Grave political crises which might
plunge Poland, Bohemia or Rumania
into the ahyes of anarchy might
provoke unpleasant repercussions
upon the whole European. situation.
already so troublesome.
But this danger is not the only one.
there is another, ven more grave.
. ViNiAA 1CiACiiid IN h0iildiid Gle
not c%onfning themselves TO COM
plants about the situation in which
the vacillation of the peace confer
ence has placed them. They seek to
exploit il as we'll.
BY NO MEANS CONVINCED.
These peoples understand very well
that the Western powers are. by no
means convinced that the solution
they have devised for the German
problem is sure and definite. They
know that the Western powers are
still greatly embarrassed by the m
solved Russian problem.
The Polish, bohemian and Rur1an-
ian representatives here are attempt
ing ~skIlfuiiy to exploit these allied
anxieties n pre-occupations in de
handing territorial ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
for themselves which take no heed
either of national character or of The
will of the populations involved in
those ambitions.
! II there are today imperialistic ten
denotes on the part of the Victorious
alliances, they are to he found not
among the great power but in the
smaller nations. The audacity OF
these tendencies grows proportion
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
Head Of Organization to
Speak at City Audito-
rum Sunday.
MAYOR TO RECEIVE.
Executive Will Welcome
Musicians at City Hall
This Morning at 1890.
Talks in Churches.
PROGRAM FOR SALVATION
ARMY BAND HERE

- Mayor George Atnslte- ufH-wel-
come the salvation Army national
stan hand to Richmond today at
1880 by = reception to he given ON
the steps of the city Hall. This
hand. reputed 10 he one Of h lead
Ing instrumental organizations OF
New YoFk city. will arrive here Mt
5:1O this morning to remain today
and tomorrow. taking part In the
ass meeting tomorrow afternoon
at 4 o'clock at the City Auditorium.
which will he Addressed by Evan
geiine Rooth, commander Of the
Salvation Army in h United
State~.
The program for the band to-day,
~ announced last Night, by BYt8a-
dfer William Eneoft .-
1880 A. M-ReceprfoN by. mayo
Mt City Hall and concert.
ESQ r. M-Concert tn behalf Of
the victory loan In Capitol squnre,
where Colonel Charles Miles, prin-
eipal OF b salvation Array Train
ing college. New York city will he
the chief speaker.
q r. M.-Open-air concer and
service seventh and BROAD streets
= r. M@eOncert At Jchn Mar
shall High school auditorium.
Members Of the stan hand In
trained male vocaiists, who have
gained n national reputation ~
singers during their tours Of the
country. and they will render ~v-
eral voeatfon selections during the
c~ONcerfs here.
Open-air services ut seventh and
Broad streets with he held At =:
esclock anA : o'clock ~ M
I free roneevt Will Ne xt~en 1t the
John NarsAAll HiEA seAool Col
oneI Williams peart. chief seere-
tnry Of the salvation Army I'm the
United states. will alse speak At
this meeting.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
RICHMOND susTA1Ns REPUTATION.
Over the top!

wv NS wy
Zero hour came at noon Yesterday, preceded by a big gath
|ering of business men in the auditorium of the Chamber of
Commerce, and, in a great blaze of glory, Richmond went
over IN the Victory loan drive. Yet, workers were not salts
fed with the gaining of the first detectives, and plunged d on into
the thick of the fighting, determined to raise a substantial over
subscription AZ an example to other communities in the closing
hours of the campaign, and to help those in other sections who
have not been able to make sufficient sales to make their appor-
tonment
AS victory came, workers pushed hurried preparations for
a great demonstration to be staged tonight at the CITY Audi
torim to fttingly celebrate the successful completion of the
last great financial campaign of the American government.
Just as the loan has been termed a thanksgiving loan, in CRATE
full appreciation for the quick termination of the world war,
so will the victory celebration be a thanksgiving fete. Many
striking features have been arranged, and all seats will be open
to the public.
An even 81, 100000 was needed when the second to the last
est activity to sell bonds, and the sales were highly encourag-
ing. Then 100 business men gathered in the Chamber of Com
merce. Roy E. Cabell made a short talk, explaining the I'M
usually attractive features of the Victory notes, and the many
reasons why they should be bought. He was followed by Oliver
j. Sands, who outlined the progress of the loan in Virginia.
Then Chairman Herbert W.. jackson and w. T. Dabney. vice
chairman, called for subscriptions. They came quick and fast,
and, when tabulations were made, they aggregated $685. 900.
Richmond had passed under the wire and had even rolled up an
oversubscription of about S.. 25O,NO.
MILLION AND HALF YESTERDAY.
Official reports from the banks and trust companies last
night showed total sales of ST., $40, zoe. an increase of 81 $50, $50
over Thursday nights total, Some of the subscriptions made
at the meeting had not been included, the details Of placing
them having been delayed until today.
Seven additional banks-American National, Bank of Com
lmerce and Trusts, Broad Street, Mechanics, and Merchants,
National State and City, Old Dominion Trust Co.-went over,
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
FINISH THE JOB"
(By J. Tyler Meadows, President First National Bank.
Roanoke, Va)

Al thinking Americans nj understand that they nu make this
renter thnn the four preceding liberty loans The liberty loans were
nerssAry TO mobilize equip. transport and maintain he finest body Of
evcr assembled by m country. Their deeds Of croism N the ncld
Of action will forever Hfumhne the already glorious aer u American
history. The Victory Liberty loan t to sop the processes OF the a It
il to restore or boys safe to their homeA
They have done their part nohly; 81 win W do ur. We american
never finish nj f-hrAr1rdfy anything VIC ba4n, " ~ Will LII combine
70 ~ ta III Victory liberty loan h overwhelmingly subscribed. Il. win
country In thc cause NJ liberty
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1919-05-10
Old Richmond Sustains Reputation by
Going Over the Top for Victory Loan

Zero" Hour was Reached Yesterday at Noon,
When Quota was Exceeded by $286, 900,
Workers Redouble Efforts to Pile Up Even
Larger Oversubscription---F Fitting Climax to
Drive Will Be Victory Celebration at City
Auditorium Tonight.