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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1919-11-08
Tuesdays Elections Are
StandonBetUeenPartieS
Foch and Hag Send Beated Permission for Sale of Their
BOOSTERS at DemopoIis-More Careful Meat In
spection by Cities Is Urged
BY HUGH W. ROBERTS

Washington. November T.-(Speciall
The national capital regards the cleo
lions of this week as very much a
stand-off as between republican AMI
democratic strength Poignant disap-
pointment to democrtts respecting the
loss of Kentucky is somewhat molli-
fled by the New Jersey victory. 1t
was TO be expected. all leaders mere
agree. that republicans would win
Massachusetts and democrats Mary
land.
Republicans claim their victory in
Kentucky due chiefly to the opposition
in that state to the league of nations
Democrats only partially admit this
to be true. They confess a certain
lack of efficiency in the state admin
istration. and contend that this, eou-
pied with the atu1al desire for change,
which expresses Itself in all phases
of life. proved their undoing.
In Maryland the fight was exceed
ingly bitter, with no distinct issue
unless personalities may comprise an
issue. In New jersey. the issue was
prohibition. with the democrats stand
ing against the existing state OF .af-
fairs The winning candidate for gov
ernor declared on the stump that ne
would make the ma lion as wet as the
Atlantic if he had the power.
Ohio has rejected the action of the
legislature which ratified constitu-
tiona. prohibition, a eide field of pos
sibilities viii have been opened up. For
Ohio was one Of the first sc states to
ratify If it has repudated the lesis-
lature. a new proclamation by the sec
rotary of state. Washington, will be
Necessary. In that event. the effect
iveness Of the amendment may be post
poned one year.
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PERSHING INVITED
TO VISIT ALABAMA

Washington, November 7-(Special.) y
Gen. John J. Pershing has accepted an
invitation to attend the Southern Com
mercial Congress. which convenes in Sa-
vannah this month. Senator Fletcher of
Florida, to whom the acceptance was de-
livered. declared that the general prom
ised to extend his visit into Florida, if it
be possible.
The Alabama delegation Immediately
invited the general to visit Mobile Mont
gomery and Birmingham on his way
back to Washington.
1t is understood that the officers of the
foreign legion in Florida and Alabama
will add their invitations to that of the
delegations.
General Pershing," said Senator
Fletcher. expressed the hope that he
would be able to visit the several states
in the proximity of Savannah, but could
not commit himself by formal promise.
There is 4 good chance. however, that
he win go to Florida and Alabama
If General Pershing does visit Alabama
he will see Camp Mcclellan. near Annis-
ton, a permanent army post.
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HAIG AND FOCH
ARE A TRIFLE SLOW

Washington. November Especially
Marshal Haig and General Foch were
unquestionably johnny on the spot.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
Senator Thomas
Doubtful over Merits
of World League

Washington, July 50s-Expressine
doubt as TO the merits OF the League
of Nations and pointing out that
either the league covenant or the
peace of force" with IL is linked.
must in the end perish. Senator
Thomas. Democrat. OF Colorado, told
the Senate yesterday he had reached
no final decision as to the treaty
While hoping that the war had so
uprffted human morality and intel
Iect as to make permanent peace pos
sible, Senator Thomas said he could
see mo evidence of such e change
The world today is more turbulent.
and scarcely less bloody Than before
signing the armistice." he said "The
people of no nation on earth seem in
ciined either to peace or to the arts
of pence.
Wars can not be ayerted BY any
plans, leagues or precautions unless
the minds of men become averse to.
war, ad am unable to accept the
theory that men can be made merci-
ful. wise and moderate by treaty regu-
1ations.
Il make no plea for Germany. She
richly merits every requirement which
impulses. typifies peace and concila-
tion, and the Germans are human be-
fngs. inspired by human impulses.
They have not accepted this treaty.
II win be respected only so long as
the Allied powers can dictate
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
BUY
AMERICAN OIL
INTERESTS IN
old MEXICO
Lack of Protection From U. S.
Forces Americans to Get Out
Says Phelan.

Washington. July So.-Japan is buy
ing Mexican oil interests from Amer
leans. who are leaving the country be-
cause of the insufficient protection at
forded them by the Carranza govern,
ment. declares Senator Phelan OF Cal
ifornia. who is urging the authorities
to take strong measures to safeguard
the rights of American citizens south
of the Rio Grande.
Senator Phelan made public a con-
fidential letter written last February
by on Director Requa to Fuel Ad-
ministrator Carrie d urging the United
States government to support the or
ganization OF big American petro-
leum company for worldwide devei-
opment of the oil industry. similar to
the plan being followed In Great
Britain.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
GOV. SHOUP PAYS
OFFICIAL VISIT
TO PENITENTIARY
FRIDAY MORNING
First Official Visit He Has
Made to This Institution
Since Taking Office.

Gov. Oliver IL. shoup drove over
from Colorado Springs this morning
to attend the regular meeting OF the
penitentiary board. consisting OF
Frank S. Hoag. Mrs. He en- Grenfeil
and {. J. Mynihan. He also took the
opportunity to inspect the penitenti-
airy and its environs during his stay.
This Is the nrst official visit the
governor has made to the penitentiary
since he took his oath of office. He
has been in Canon City once or twice
before since becoming governor. He
returned to Colorado Springs this aft.
ernoon.
His stay here was confined strictly
to business. He he'd no receptions or
special conferences.
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TAFT'S Plan Il
HELP SOLVE THE
J PROBLEM Of THE
NATION LEAGUE
~ kPresident Has Been Con-
sistent Supporter of League
of Nations.

Washington. July 24.--The possi.
bility OF ex-President Taft's sueges-
tion for explanatory reservations may
, provide . compromise whereon the
treaty viii be ratffied was generally
discussed In congressionaI circles.
Taft's friends predict that the pro
gram will become the basis Of an
agreement acceptable 70 President
Wilson. because Taft has been = con
sistent supporter Of the league and
because OF the increasing belief that
the Presidents approaching the mood
for the acceptance of explanations
and interpretations TO avoid the en-
dangering OF the ratification Presi-
dent Wilson knew OF Taft letters a
wee kaKo. according to the White
House. There were no appointments
between the President and senators
today. II il said that the President
wished to rest because OF his recent
illness. Conferences viii be re-
sumed later. Secretary Lansing called
mt the White House for a conference.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
Soldier Boy, Did You
Get All the Clothes
You Had Coming?

Any enlisted man who served in the
United states army during the recent
war. and Who was honorabiy dis
charged ortfurolurhcd TO the reserve
since April 6. 1917. is entitled to re-
ceiye the following articles: One
oversee cap tfor ali enlisted men who
have had eerviee overseas, or one hat
snd one hsfieond for ali other enIisted
men: one 6ifve drab shirt: one serv-
ice coat and ornaments. one pair OF
breeches: one pair shoes: one pair
legxins: one waist belt: one sIicker:
one oyercoat: two suits underwear:
four pairs stockings. one pair gloves !.
one gas mask and elmet (if issued
overseas): one set toilet articles (if
in possession when discharged): one
harrack bag: three scarlet chevrons.
Some Of our soldier bows who were
discharged before this order was is-
sued. had to surrender all of the
above named articles. and some were
permitted 70 retain only a portion OF
them.
will be glad 20 assist any soldier
who got none or only portion of his
stun. to get ali he is entitled to and
to get II quickly.
II will be necessary for the soldier
to AL ont an application blank and
swear TO Il. n your soldier friends
will write me for application blanks
I wiz advise fully and attend to all
details. Your cordially.
GUY U. HARDY.
Member OF Congress. Washington
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
NATIONAL GUARD
CALLED FOR The
PROTECTION OF
CHICAGO PEOPLE
Twenty-six Deaths From Riot
ing; Six Thousand Soldiers
Are On Guard Duty.

Chicago. July s0-The twenty-sixth
death resulting from the Chicago race
riots was reported this ne.ning when
another white man srccumbed to in
juries received in the street fighting
Monday night
Two other deaths In the riotfng last
night and early this morning has been
the means OF calling out the Ninth
and Tenth regiments of the Illinois
National Guard. which are assembling
at their armories here They viii
bring the troops modified for riot
duty to 5000 men The city officials
believe the crisis is past and will not
use the troops unless absolutely nee
essary.
The increased police patrol in the
black belt is proving effective and
held its Inhabitants down to one
small outbreak this morning in which
one white OFFICER and an Unknown Ne
gro were wounded
Eignty-nve Negroes and il white
men are under arrest charged with
rioting- Many of them will face in
dictments for murder. Southern Ne
groe immigrants are being stopped
at the railroad. stations and ordered
to leave CHICAGO Most of the Ne
groes are Keeping within their homes
for protection, and none OF them are
seen down town There is still occa-
sionai sniping in the Negro district
The board of aldermen has author
he'd Chief Of Police GArriety 70 4n-
crease the force of patrolmen by 1000
recruits. or rs many more as may Be
necessary to relieve the officers and
men who have been ON duty almost
constantly for three days and nights
without rest. Chief Garriety has
asked soldiers to act as relief guard.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
MEXICAN LETTERS
ARE MADE PUBLIC
BY FALL; NOTHING
ILLEGAL FOUND
Mexico Officials Confuse the
Names of Hunt. Relieving Il
Ex-Governor of Arizona.

Washington. July Ex-senator Fall
made public the corresp1.idencs re
ferred TO in the Mexico City announce.
n1ent- There was no direct commu-
nication between Senator Faii and
villa. The letters included two that
Fail wrote Charles Hunt There was
also letter that Fall said had been
intercepted by the State Department.
This is reported TO have been written
20 Villa by Hunt. offering to arranee
n conference with villa and several
influential Americans. including Fall
Fall gave out the letter written TO
Lansing in March. 1917. after being
Informed that State Department
agent had probably obtained COPY
of Hunts proposal to villa The
letter declared that Fall had done
nothing ILLEGAL and had nothing 20
apologize for. The letter pu-pors-
Ing to have been written by Villa TO
Hunt containing reference to "Ex-
Governor Charles Hunt Is be iesed to
have caused the Mexican Officials 10
confuse Hun; with EXEC Hunt Of
Arizona.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
BRAKEMAN RIDES
INTO JAWS or
death TO SAVE
RUNAWAY CARS.
Switchman Sticks to Job Until
Impossible to Do Any Good
and Then Jumps.

Morton Lockard- employed as .
brakeman on the Florence local
switching crew. had narrow escape
from death Tuesdav afternoon. about
ESQ. when he jumped from three
runaway cars loaded with coal on the
Chandler branch when the~ had at
tained speed Of probably rs or 30
miles an hour. says the Florence citi-
zen. The three loads ~ere being
dropped down from the SIDING 10 be
hauled out by q switch engine. Loeb
ard set the brake on the firs. car
when the top rod snapped. and the
cars Immediately started TO gain mo-
mentum. The first load was "A box
car and the next cne a gondoia. bur,
nothing daunted, the p1ucky brake
man made hie ~ay over the coal to
the next brake which be had no
sooner set than he climbed to the top
OF the third car, which was also of
the box variety, and securely set the.
third brake but by this time the cars
had such a start down grade that no
human Effort could step them Lock-
ard realized this after he had tray-
eled probably half a mile or more,
and he jumped TO safety and fortunate
iy escaped injury.
The cars continued down the branch
to the junction ak the overhead cross-
ing in West Florence. a distance of
i've mi'es. when they Jumped the
track and blocked traffic in each d.
rection on the main line for several
hours. II Is estimated that the rana-
way cars were travelling az so-miie-
an-hour speed when thev af.ivAJ at
the junction. AT the poirt where
they left the rails there Is no sign
OF . damaged track. but the cars
.<ere completely demolished srd the
coal piled up along .he right-cs.way
for considerable disIance
When Engineer Mcintyre ct the
switching crew saw the cars start.
he gave chase. bat they were going
at such high rate II speed that the
engine could scarcely keep In sight
of them.
The wrecker was sent up from
Pueblo and the track was c'eared up
after three hours work.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
President Has
Resumed Conference

Washington. July s0.-President
Wilson has resumed his conferences
with Republican senators on matters
relating to the peace treaty and the
covenant OF the League OF Nations
Today lie called TO the White House
Senators Lenroot. pillinsham. Hard
ing and Fernaid. Tomorrow he will
discuss the subject with Senator Now
OF Indiana, who viii he the first Re
publican member OF the Foreirn Re-
iHtions Committee to confer with the
President in regard to the treaty.
Senator Dillingham; said he dis
cussed frankly with the President q
variety OF matters pertaining to the
treaty of peace and the league cove
nant. and had learned the reasons for
the Shantung settlement. Senator
Dillinrham says he favors the league,
but with reservations.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
UNITED STATES
army PROPERTY
WILFULLY RUINED
AND DESTROYED
s..-4 - ~ ~ \. 81. ~. = II
Witnesses Testify Airpianes
Were Heaped IN Pile and
Set A6re.

New York. July so.-The alleged
destruction and waste OF United
States army property in France was
the subject of today's probe by the
subcommittee of Congress on the
conduct of the war. Witnesses testi-
fed that more than 100 ARP anes in
good condition were piled up and de-
stroyed by fire last May. They stat
ed that they did not know the names
of the higher-ups who ordered their
destruction Sergt- Fred Bailey said
that he had charge of as men detailed
to destroy planes. and that the work
was still going on when he left France
In May. He testified that one of the
planes destroyed had been used only
20 minutes The committee an
Announces that 1t will be able to prove
that enormous expenditures of money
will be demanded from the United
States for the destruction of forests in
France and to pay the bills of the
French people for deprecated land
values resulting from the digging OF
trenches. 1t is reported that Gen.
Pershing informed Gen. March. chief
of staff, that the destruction of the
planes was OF no consequence The
subcommittee is going to France on
August to continue its investiga-
ton there.
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ANOTHER CAR is.
SMASHED UP AT.
DEADMANS CORNER
ON uNCOLN PARK

-Dead Mans Corner" Elm avenue
and Chestnut street. Lincoln Park.
was the scene of another auto acct
dent # . o'clock Tuesday night when
a Ford coupeiet driven bv Frederick
II. Brown Of Denver was str=ck by a
five-ton Acme truck. No one was
seriously hurt. although Mr.. and Mrs
Brown and their baby daughter were
bruised and scratched.
The Acme truck was going east on
Elm avenue. The Ford car was COM
ing into Canon City on Chestnut
street Both cars were travelling at
. moderate speed The truck hit the
rear Of tho Ford coupelef and pushed
1t several feet II , was damaged to
the extenttcf $500 or $500. II was
brand new having just been pur-
cAnsed 70 Denver. 1t was fully fn-
sured tor collisions. The truck was
not damagsd.
The Ford Was brought into this cftv
BY the Canon Auto Company and
taken to the Wann Motor Company's
garage. tho Ford headquarters. Prac-
ticaIIy all the parts were IN stock
here. but It was found necessary to
order new body.
Mr. Brown. who is special agent and
adjuster fdF the Firemen's Fund In
srrance C6panv. and family expect to
be here several days.
This Is ne third auto wreck that
has occurred ct this corner in the
pact few weeks
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
Want COmDlete Text
FrancO-American :
Treaty Made Public

Washington. July 2s.--S enator
Lodge has introduced resolution In
the Senate asking President Wilson
10 place before Congress, II not In
compatible with the public interests
the complete text of the proposed
Franeo,american treaty. An objec-
\ gtion by Senator Robinson prevented
It's immediate consideration. The
resolution asks that Article I OF the
original draft OF the agreement be
presented to the Senate along with
the treaty.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
CHICAGO STRIKE
LIKELY SETTLED
ON FRIDAY BY
COMPROMISE VOTE
Mahon, President of Railway
Employees Union, In Chicago
Seeking Agreement.

Chicago. July 30.-Leaders among
the street car strikers here predict
that the referendum Will approve a
IS or 4 S7-cent-an-hou wage ms q
compromise offer. While not wheel
turned today. II is believed that set
tlement of the strike win be reached
by Friday. William Mahon. president
OF the Street Railway Employees
Union has arrived here and Is seek
ing referendum on the compromise
ofrer Of the transportation companies.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
German Cabinet
is Reconstructed

London. July sorhe German cab.
inet viii be reconstructed In = few
days with Count Bernstorff succeed
ing Herr HzuelIer a. foreign mInister,
sAys tAs nxchaass TessgrapA's Bsrlsu
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
Ebert Government
Gets Confidence Vote

weimsrs July Se.-The members Of
the German national assembly BY .
large majority. voted confidence in
the Ebert government yesterday. A
bill creating o tribunal OF prominent
citizens Of Germany to try persons re-
sponsible for the war was referred -.
. special committee. !.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
Chicago Mayor to
Go to Cheyenne

Chicago. July "a. Mayor Thomp-
son 10 en- route to Cheyenne. wyo.. to.
day to participate in the Fronticr
Days. Six hundred cowboys and cow
boy enthusiasts are accompanying
him. They are due to arrive Friday.
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
Germany to
Give Up Land

London. July Is. Germany notified
the Allies that she desired to negs-
tiats with the Poles fur the sv2eanr
tion a he tsrrit6fy eedcd 20 rennn1
~ Hb,1sA sonnttsee sAa1o1 i
The Canon City record with which is consolidated the Canon City cannon., 1919-07-31
Austria Gets More
Time for Treaty

Paris. July so.---Ausuria has been
given a weeks extension OF time to
consider the treaty or peace. She
must make reply to the Allies by Au.
gust s.
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THIS HEAD WORTH $4,000
London Doctors Eager to Examine
Brain Of Man Known az
Human Encyclopedia.

OF course you have heard Of Datas,
the human encyclopedia-the man
who can memorize and reel off dates
quicker than the fire Of q machine
gun; the man on whose head the doc
tors have placed a price Of $4,000?
"But am not anxious to sell it vet
for dissection" Datas told a writer
for London Tit-Bits the other day.
1T is worth more to me than $1,000"
Datas has lately been devouring
war facts and had just added a couple
Of thousand in two and q half hours
to his repertoire when we met.
"For an outlay of twopence," he
said. II bought a little book on q
bookstall, called Two Thousand Facts
About the War I bought 1t and read
the list through in two and a half
hours and then knew it by heart"
There is no doubt ABOUT It. test
ed Datas with the book in my hand,
and no matter what question I asked
him-dates Of battles, air raids, names
OF ships sunk. famous generals ca
reers-he answered them without hesi-
tation, says the writer.
Datas has had many amusing and
curious experiences, but the most ex-
traordinary was the friendly dinner he
shared with John Lee, the Babbacombe
murderer, and the late James Barry,
the executioner who tried to Hang
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