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Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
FIND DYNAMITE
 ON GAR TRACKS

Lawrence, Mass, May 15-A quan- tity of dynamite buried in the dirt. with fuses laid across the street car tracks. was found by the police near Cooks corner, Methuen, early today. Cars from Haverhill with workers for the textile mills here, where strike has been in progress for more than three months. pass over the COOK corner route and the first car was due a short time after the discovery of the explosive.
 A few hours previously work car, carrying the motorman and con- ductor, was wrecked by an explosion In another street of Methuen. This led the police to examine the tracks throughout the city, with the result that dynamite was found near Cooks corner The work car was running extra and it is thought that the ex- pIosive which it set off had been placed in position after the last reg uIar car had passed for the purpose of blowing up an early car loaded with operatives on the way to the mi1ls
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
AUSTRIAN ENEMY
 BEFORE COURT

Charged with being the leader of a band of automobile thieves, although he claims to be worth $100,0O0, Frank Condor, ap Austrian enemy alien, was arraigned before Judge Keeler in the criminal superior court this morning. He is alleged to have stolen a car belonging to Dr. O. T. Rule of Stamford
 Condor denies he is a member Of any organized gang of thieves. He says he has travelled all over the country and was recently married to a moving picture actress in Los Angeles, Cal. He refused to give her name.
 The man was captured by the police in a novel manner. He had stepped into the doctors car and just started the power when the machine crash ed into an obstruction and turned over, pinning Condor under the ma chine. Counsel for the accused claim ed Condor is in bad physical condi- ton but the court wanted further de- tails about that and continued the case until late this afternoon.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

London, May i5-(By the Assocfat- ed Press)-EngIand paid tribute to Edith Caven, the English nurse eN- ecuted by the Germans at BruSsellsr October 12, 1915, here today when her body, en route from Brussels to her native city of Norwich, was taken to Westminster Abbey for an impress sive memorial service.
 It was a public funeral, in which, it seemed, every resident of the great metropolis endeavored to participate. The streets through which the cor tege moved were congested, and every inch of standing room in the neigh. borhood of the abbey was occupied by a densely massed multitude which was eager to do reverent homage to that brave woman," as the Bishop of London described her, who de- serves a great deal from the British empire"
 The congregation at the abbey in cIuded high officials of the govern nent. representa- tives of foreign coun- tries and men prominent in many
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
MOTOR CONCERN MAY COME HERE
MRS. RECTOR IS NEW PRESIDENT Elected To Head Kings Daughters At Annual
 Session.

Hartford. Conn.,, May 15.---Mrs Or vile H. Rector of Bridgeport was elected president of che Connecticut branch of the Kings Daughters at this mornings session of the confer ence being held here. She will suc- ceed Mrs. Louis O. Potter of Norwich. vice president, Miss Harriet I. Eaton. Elizabeth Day, Colchester; recording secretary, Miss Ada. l.. Shelley, Wind sor: treasurer, Miss Ida J. Lyon, New Haven The executive counsel will consist of Mrs. Ira Forbes, Wethers. field; Mrs Frank Crawford, New Ha- ven; Mrs. John Wadhams, Torrington. and the president.
 The address at the meeting this morning was given by Mrs. Rector. who gave an interesting talk on the work being done by members of the Kings Daughters on behalf of the Travellers Aid Society.
 The honor call was read by Miss Shelley.
 The roll was a report of the con- dition of the various circles, showing g their attendance, membership and activities. The total membership of the state branch is 3.940.
 The session closed this afternoon after an impressive memorial service in memory of Mrs. Edward H. Smiley, past state president, and the othe, members of the state branch who have died since fhe last meeting.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
KEECAN-BURNS
 SUIT SETTLED
$1O,O0O Action Resulting From Auto Collision Ad-
 iusted Outside Court.

It was reported today that the s10,o00 suit brought by Hugh F. Keegan, local real estate dealer, against George Burns, a contractor of this city, has been settled out of court. The case has been pending in the Superior Court for about three years The amount Keegan receiv- ed in settlement was not made pub lie
 The suit was brought to recover for damages alleged to have been re- ceived by Keegan when an automo- bile in which he was riding was struck by Burns car at Connecticut and Central avenues in 1915. Keegan declares Burns was guilty Of negH- gence, which was denied by Burns.
 Frank J. Hughes, 8 former mem Der of the board of assessors, sued Keegan to recover for injuries re- ceived in the same collision and ob- tafned a verdict of over S6,000.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
DEATH BLOW TO
 KING MACHINE
View Taken of Action of Aldermen on Bonds Mon
 day Night.

From the view taken by officials Of the Board of Education. and several public spirited citizens, the action or the Board of Aldermen on Monday night in authorizing the issue or S6o0,O0O in bonds for street paving and only s155,000 for school build ings, Is the final death blow to the present administration and the King machine in Bridgeport.
 Little comment on the subject was voiced on Tuesday or Wednesday, but today, after the matter had been given due thought, all indications pointed to the rise of a storm of pro- test.
 It was looked on as the most mad euuate protection for the growing generation that has been made Tn Bridgeport for many a year. and the claim by a member of the Board or Education that Mayor Wilson's state ment to the effect that 1t was better to wait until the reconstruction period had passed, before bonding more heav- fly for schools. Twas pure "blarney found a fertile spot in the minds Of Bridgeporters in general.
 The school situation in Bridgeport is in a sorry plight according to those who know and education officials are making no secret of the matter. This knowledge brought on the argument, eff the mayor. as he has repeatedly declared, believes Bridgeport the best mayed city in New England. why can't we'll enough be left alone. and more attention be paid to the schools?"
 The s155,ooo for school buildings viIl undoubtedly be used in an addi- tion of the Mckinley school. This, however. is not the only district in inc city short of school rooms. prac- tirallv every sohoo1 being tvanoreWa- ed. with the high school far. 1pede- .ouatb to tho dnznandA '>>
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
HUDSON REFUSES
 CITY'S $26,OOO

Employees of the Department of Public Works went ahead on their work today, of tearing down the As tor hotel on John street, between Main and Broad streets The work is being done under order of the Com mon Council which gave R. M. Jud- son the owner 15 days to do the work himself As he failed to com ply, the Director of Public Works was ordered to do it for him.
 According to MT. Courtade the job will be finished within a week. and the last obstacle to the widening of John street will be removed.
 The city offered Judson $26, 900 but he wanted $53,000 for his prop erty. He has not accepted the check proffered by the city and has taken an appeal to the Superior court.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

The American navy seaplane NC 4, ,,,ay leaving Halifax this morning for yrrespassey. N. F., descended at Mus tuodoboit harbor owing to engine trouble, but resumed her flight at n1.47 n m. (New York time.)
 The planes trouble, according to xvireless message received by the ten der Baltimore, was with the oil lines. IA little more than two hours work restored the mechanism to operating order.
 washinston. May 15-Commande, r Read. skipper" of the NC 4. reported to the navy department this n afternoon that while forced to land to rapair gas and oil lines on his plane. he did not return to Halifax at s:52 rwashington time), landed at c,orsv Head at 9:z2 a. m. and re- .,,n,sd the flight to Trepassey at 11:47 q
 First reports furnished Command or Jobn IT Towers at Trepassey Bay ,odsv showed poor weather conditions Tor berinnine the flight across the Atlantic.
 .Var.able and fresh winds, strong soeith and southwest over eastern part of course: clouds. rain squalls and poor visibility" was the forecast sent from Washington on the oasis or data furnished by the destroyers ana other station ships on the course 10 the Azores.
 Trepasxv. May 15.-In anticipation pof "hop ofY' new propellers were 3rstaIled on both planes, the extra blades having arrived on the destroyer Edwards. which continued on to S- Johns with spare parts for the dirigf- ble C-5.
 Commander Towers declared the en- zines of the NC-1 and Nc-3 were Tn excellent condition after yesterday test. Though the Nc-4 should nave 7l hours overhaulfng upon ner ar r,vaI- fror Halifax. the commander said the period might be shortened If { IAeu<enant Commander Reede ma ' chine wae delayed many hours in psaeeAsg -shs -Aass hsss'
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
England H0nOrs Edith Cavell With Funeral In Westminster

walks of life. King George was re- presented by the Earl of Athglone, brother of Queen Mary. The service which began at noon and lasted half an hour was conducted by the Dean of Westminster. No address was de- Iivered After the serevice, the cof- fin of plain oak was placed on train for Norwich.
 At Norwich 1t was placed on gun carriage and was taken to Norwich cathedral The service, which was officially designated flor the funeral of Edith Cavell. a nurse who gave her life for her countrymen," follow ed. At it's conclusion the hymn Abide With Me" which Miss Cavell repeated shortly before her execution by the Germans, was sung. and the bugle sounded the Last Post The funeral party which accompanied the body from Brussels to Norwich included eight members of Miss Cavelps family and prominent British and Belgian officials.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

This would tax the diriEible's fuel capacity almost to the maximum and sf head winds developed 1t might prove necessary to shape the course to the Acres. where fuel ships all ready are awaiting the several crews of trans-oceantc fiiers.e
 Weather conditions fin mid-Atlantic were reported as becoming more fla Sorable eevry hour, though the de- sired west winds were still lacking.
 The C-5 was ready for a flight across the Atlantic. her commander. 1Aeutenant Commander Coil. declared rs he stepped out of the diriSible's basket. Both the crew and the ma chine stood the trip well, he said. As yet. he added. no orders had been 1s- sued for future movements.
 With Lieutenant P. Campbell at inc wheel. the big bag made a per feet landing within the narrow con fines of the old cricket field used as an anchorage. It had been seeking St Johns for several hours, it's radio having been out of commission for time. Lieut. Commander Coil said. and the last few miles of the journey was made by following the railroad track to this city.
 The "blimp's'' troubles began shortly after midnight. the command CT said, when the sky became over cast. Before that time the balloon fists had operated under a full moon. flying at an altitude of 1000 feet. 1he big craft lost its bearing when approaching Little Miquelon island. oT the south coast of Newfoundland and about TO miles from St. Johns.
 IIeutenant-C t-Commander Coil de- prribeS inc trip as the toughest he
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

Announcement of the immense pro- 1ect came shortly after 11:30 this morning from Jarvls Williams, gen eral manager of the U. M. C. plant in this city. It came like a streak of lightning out of clear sky and the surprise expressed by the few who heard of the coming of the Winys- Overland company was supreme
 President WiIlys' express purpose in coming to Bridgeport with President Kimbau, is to look over the property of the Remington Arms and Union Metallic Cartridge company in this city No definite information was Forthcoming early this afternoon as to whether the big ammunition and gun plant would be sold outright to the willys-Overland company or whether an agreement would be en- tered into between the two concerns whereby production would be under joint Jurisdiction There was some indication that leads to the belief that the latter arrangement will be the one finally agreed upon.
 It goes without saying. no such an- nouncement as the one made by MT. Williams this morning would be given to the press unless plans had neared completion.
 It Is estimated the advent of the Willys-Overland company to this city will mean employment for at least 2O,OO0 men and women. It will make Bridgeport without question the largest city in Connecticut and will add to the claim of it being the
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
APPOINTS
 HIS DEPUTIES

New Haven, May 15.---Former Con gressman Thomas l.. Kelly, Who Will become high sheriff of New Haven county after June 1, in succession to Sheriff Hugo, today announced his staff. They include the following: J. ID. Tierney, J.. A. Hynes. John Weis- man. D. J. Butler. Michael Burns, Hu- bert M. Rigney. Paul Summa and J. p. Rau'by, of Waterbury; D. A. Walsh. Meriden: E. F. Kavanaugh, Walling- ford: Frank Yovino. Ansonia: W. M. Shea. Derby; H. w. Burns. Nauga- tuck: Michael Collins, Milford; J. F. McDermott. Orange; M J. Cassidy, r5s.yoisds Robert--sW F1ce. Branford, i. nd IT T. Coleman, Cheshire. P. F.. Ksating viii be 5ailer.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

pose, or the laDOr crSanlzAllOn lS tn8I 1t should promote the constant devel- opment of the international labor regime.
 '.The labor convention has been inserted in the treaty of peace and Germany will, therefore, be called upon to sign 1t. Tn the future the rights of your country to participate in the labor organization will e-ae- cured, 50 soon as she Is admitted into the League of Nations in accordance8 with Article I of the treaty.
 Ut has not been thought neceesarys to summon a labor conference at ver- sailles. The conclusions of syndical conference at Berne, which arc re-z produced in the draft of the inter1A-. tional agreement on labor law To- ferred to in the first paragraph 6{; your letter of the 10th instant. had already been studied with the closeet attention. Representation of tho trade unions had taken part in thQ. preparation of the articles relating to labor As appears. moreover, from the annex to Section 2 of Parry XIII. Page 200, the program of the, first session of the interpationAl> c0ns; ference to be hold at Washington ueHf October comprises the most impQee ant of the questions raised et 111 syndicai conferenco at Berno. xx1 1 unions will be invited to take Rok& x that conference. and 1t will oe 01 under direct rules, which peQxl44
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Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

had ever made. He gave credit for completion of the voyage largely to Lieutenant Campbell and Lieutenant J. V. Lawrence, both of whom, he said, were weary and almost sea- sick" but stuck to their posts.
 We made a landfall at St Pierre, but found ourselves on the west in stead of the east shore of Placentia Bay" said the commander. From this point we attempted to follow the Chicago's radio directions, but they did not work. For the moment we were lost. weSstarted cross lots and saw about all of Newfoundland. and must say this is the 'doggondest island to find anything on I ever struck.
 Eventually we hit the railroad track and followed it to Top Sails. which we identified and continued on to St. Johns. There was consider able fog but 1t did not trouble us."
 Rear Admiral Spencer s. Wood in command of the aviation base, greet ed the C5's commander. who. with his brother fiiers, was bundled into an automobile and hurried to the Chicago for a late breakfast. After making a report to Washington, the aviators turned into berths prepared for them the cruiser.
 The C-5. the sun reflected from the silvered fabric of her huge gas bag, nosed through Cuckold's Cove east of the landing field, about an hour before noon, local time. Lusty air currents tossed the "blimp'' about above the passage. However, the pilots brought the huge craft directly over the land- ing field. and the anchorage was completed in a few moments.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

They insure tho realiza ton or re- forms which the working classes have more than ever a right to expect after the cruel trial to which the world has been subjected during the last five years"
 The text of the reply to the Ger man note sent by M. Clemenceau, follows:
 May IA. 1919
 T have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of May 10 in regard to international labor leg islation, together with & draft of an international agreement on labor law. The reply of the Allied and Assocfat- ed Governments Is as follows:
 "rhey take note of the declaration made bv the German delegates that domestic peace and the advancement of mankind depend upon the adjust ment of the labor question and they are convinced that such adjustment of the labor question and they arc convinced that such adjustment will be rendered easier in the future than in the past, as mems minds are freed from the fear of war, and in dustry is relieved of the burden oi armaments which German niitarism had imposed upon it.
 Part XIII of the draft of the conditions of peace provides . means bv which such adjustments can be made and section 2 of this part of the draft lays down the principles which will progressively guide the labor or kanixaticn and the League of Nations, 4rtialn 4af fndicste4 cieerly that the enai7neration of the principles eef farm II notz oHHauntfYo. ID pyE~
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
Negotiations Pending Between
 John M. Wi||ys Of Wi||ys-0verIand
 And Remington Arms Co. For Plant
Highly Possible Deal Will Be Consummated This AfSer ncon-Rem- Arms to Probably Become Head
 quarters of Great Motor Concern.

Willys-Overland F. 0. R. Toledo in the very near future will likely B. This prac
 a certainty today with the arrival in this city of M Wiys the automobile manuactur
 which his and President S. Kimball the Remington Metallic Cartridge Company It before sIndOWn today announcement whereby Remington City with it's and warehouses will become the headqar- plant of of the greatest automobile this afternoons meeting attend by WilIys Kmba officials of the yanda tof new held
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

greatest manufacturing city in the country.
 While it was generally rumored for many months that the Remington plant would be taken over for other purpose, no hint of the coming of the willys- Overland Go. had been heard. The Ford company. a shoe factory, the making of cash registers and many other commodities had been placed in the rumor list for Remington city. But Willys-Overland will be to the people In general a complete surprise.
 The great Remington plant was erected in 1915 strictly for the making of war materials. Before the United States entered the war, a great deal of the Russian and English guns were made in Bridgeport, until this city acquired the title of the Essen of America" After the United States entered the conflict, the plant was turned over to the government and ran night and day. receiving high commendation, from Secretary of War Baker, General Pershing and others for the aid given in winning the war.
 The big factory is admirably equipped for an automobile plant, several of the machines now install- ed being in readiness for immediate use.
 One of the objects of President WiIlys' visit will be to look over housing conditions in Remington City. Words of praise Of this admirable little village have come to his ears < and officials of the Remington Com pany are sure he will find 1t suitable.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16

To insure an ample fuel supply for the Azores f1ght---1. POO miles if a de- scent at Horta is necessary and 1850 miles if the scheduled cruise to Ponta Delgada is made---the aviators have eliminated 25o pounds of equipments. substituting an equal weight of fuel. This. 1t was stated. would give the planes a gasoline capacity of 1,730 gallons. Practice sextants were among the articles to be left behind. and the aviators planned to reduce to a minimum their rations, which they said would include only sandwiches, cake, sweet chocolate and hot coffee.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
@ Arrives At Newfoundland After Being In Air p Hours;
 Is Ready To Fly Across Ocean
With Lieut. Campbell at Wheel Big Bag Made Perfect ~ Landing-Was Lost Several Hours This
 Morning Due to Weather.

St. Johns F. May 15-The American naval dirigbe C5, possible nonstop flight from this port the today after and night cruise N The balloon had been in the air 9 hours and i5 minutes
 Co reached the Quidi Vid anchorage at 1:45 (9:i5 time) The start Montauk Point made at yesterday.
 Officers working plans for the C5's possible that with favorable conditions flight to Eng land made in forty hours.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
GERMANY WINS ANOTHER REBUFF
 FROM ENTENTE
Vigorous Measures Planned If She Refuses to Sign
 Treaty.
CBy the Associated PreSS)


 Germany has met with an- other rebuff from the Council of Four of the peace confer ence in the effort her plenipO- tentarieS at Versailles are mak- ing to secure alterations in the peace treaty by setting forth objections in a series of notes.
 The council has refused to consider the note sent by the Germans regard ing international labor legislation and in lengthy note states the reasons why such consideration is not given. The councils belief that the terms of the treaty met the objects the Ger mans profess to desire is set forth, and the defects in the German plan are pointed out.
 Vigorous measures that will be an innmed ate result of 8 refusal of the Germans to sign the peace treaty have been planned by the council Marshal Foch, commander-in-c casi eff of the Allied armies, is now on the Rhine front and dispatches state that he will take such action as is neces- sary in the event of the failure of the enemy to sign the treaty.
 An irnm ediate economic blockade of Germany is also planned as a part of the program in case continued hostile action against the enemy is considered necessary.
 The Austrian peace mission is now on hand at St. Germaine-en-Laye, near Paris, having arrived Wednes- day night, and the belief in some quarters is that the peace terms the delegates will be asked to sign will be presented them within week, possibly within three or four days. The Adriatic question. which has SD important a bearing on the Austrian treaty, has not yet been adjusted, however, and this fact may serve to delay the presentation of the terms Meanwhile there are reports that strong Italian forces have been land ed at the ports of Zara and Sebenico, on the Dalmatian coast between Plume and Spa1ato. These forces are said to have moved inland and to be fortifying strategic points.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
Refuse To Consider Note
 Of V0n Rantzau On LabOl
Text of Clemenceaus Reply to Communication Relative to International Labor Legislation
 Lengthy Document.

Paris Wednesday, May 1.-The Council of Four has de- the from Count mission relative to international legislation In note sent to the Geerman delegation to- day president of the conference that Associated governments of the opinion that satisfaction to the anxiety which the German delegate professes social justice
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
sf7 TROOPS ON ESPAGNE.

New York, May 15-Three hundred and seventeen American soldiers and civilian field clerks from the expe6i- tionary forces arrived here today on the French steamer Espagne. The troops were all casuals.
Republican farmer., 1919-05-16
NC4 Starts For Trepassy
 Leaving Halifax At ll:47
IIade Two Attempts to Get Under Way Having to Des cend First Time Because of Engine Trouble
 Weather Bad For "Big Hop." |.

Iaax N. S.. May 15-The American naval seapane NC f left today Trepassey join the NC and NC for the The craft took the air at 10 O3 (9O3 New York tme) after circling the city.