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Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1919-06-18
ESTABLISHES DESPOT1SM

Add to the power that the Governor has under this Industrial Commission
Law the additional powers that he will have over the schools under Senate Bill
No. 1874; over taxation under Senate Bill Nc. 81; and overt the kind Of people that u
shall inhabt or sateu under House Bill No. 1913, the $200000O0 immigration
Bill; and then tell us where is there a King or Despot today with as niue power
in his hands as will be in the hands of the Governor of North Dakota if this law,
House Bill No. II, is not rejected by the voters at the special election on June 26.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1919-06-18
GRATING MADE EASY

GEAF I1NG NADE EAS
The only means provided for preventing graft is that the State Examiner
shall personally, or through deputy, visit the activities of the commission, inspect
and verify assets in its possession and under its control and report to the Indus
trial Commission twice a year as to whether the valuations arec correctly carried
on it's books, ao to the legislative assembly. Under this law the Governor car
peddle state property, public industry and money in return for political support
ONE MAN COMMISSION
The commission provided for is composed of the Governor, AttorneyGen-
eral, and Commissioner of Agriculture and Labor. Section 4 provides that all
orders ues regulations, bylaws and written contracts adopted or authorized
by the commission shall, before becoming effective, be approved by the Governor
as chairman, and shall not be III force unless approved and signed by him." in
other words, the Industrial Commission is a One-Man Comnussion-and that
One Man lis the Governor, whoever he nay be.
The Governor appoints the Examiner. who is to investigate and report to
the Governor IN the operations of the Industrial Commission which is in fac. the
Governor.
Grand Forks herald. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1916-1955, 1919-06-18

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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
BELIEVE CRISIS
 TO BE IMMINENT
Characteristic Indications of Divisions Underlie
 Unanimity.

Paris, May 14-Commenting upon the meeting of the German national assembly in Berlin, the French news papers point out that underlying an apparent unanimity against the peace terms were characteristic indications of division between the government and the members of the assembly. In view of this the newspapers express belief that a German government crisis may be imminent
 As to the speech of Phillip Scheide- mann, the consensus of opinion among the commentators is that his attitude resembles that of a convicted individual whose punishment becomes imminent The newspapers declare that neither hfs interested appeals to pity nor his disguised threats will inn press the Entente which, united in peace as in war, will require the strict fulfllment of the peace, treaty
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
ND RECOGNITION
 FOR DELEGATES
Representatives of Irish So- cities Embarass British
 Authorities.

London Tuesday, May 13.---It was learned tonight in official quarters that Frank P. Walsh. Edward Dunne and Michael F. Ryan, representatives of Irish societies in the United States who have been visiting Dublin and other cities in Ireland will not be re- ceived by Premier Lloyd George on their return to Paris nor will they be accorded any official or semi official recognition whatever.
 According to a Reuters despatch from Paris, Col E. M. House, who had promised to endeavor to arrange an interview between the American delegates and the British premier, has now in view of their activities in Ireland, decided not to act as an inter- mediary.
 The report that the premier had cancelled arrangements to receive the delegates was current in Dublin to- day, but could not be confirmed. MT. Dunne and MT. Ryan reached London tonight, but declined to make any
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
PESARO BRINGS
 1,4O7 SOLDIERS
1850 of 18th Division Back on Steamer Guiseppi
 Verdi.

New York, May 14-More than l. 800 National Army men of New York State and northern Pennsylvania, troops of the 18th Division, arrived here today on the steamship Pesaro, from Marseilles. They comprised a small detachment of the 153rd Field Artillery Brigade headquarters, in cluding Brigadier General Clinton C.. Hearn. and the 3OSth Field Artillery complete, assigned to Camps Gordon, Dix, Upton, Sherman, Jackson, Fay Tor. Devens and Grant. These and casuals made altogether 1,407 troops on the Pesaro.
 Nearly 1850 more troops of the 18th division returned from Marseil- les on the steamship Giuseppe Verdi, 307th Field Artillery, complete, 58 of ficers and 1,4O4 men for Camps aDix, Grant, Sherman, Jackson, Taylor. Gordon and Piel; 303rd Mobile Ord nance Repair Shop. 2 officers and 4S men, mostly for Camp Dix and ths 7Sth's theatrical unit, officers and 32 men mostly for Camp Dix. The ship brought altogether 1890 troops, including ? officers and PAP men of the air service; and casuals, including 12 from Massachusetts and 24 from Pennsylvania.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
.CUMMINS WILL HEAD CONFERENCE
Favored By Progressives Choice is Unani-
 nous.
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Washington, May 14-Senator Cummins of Iowa, favored by the progressive group, was chosen unani- mously for President pro tenn of the Senate at the organization conference today of Republican Senators. Sena- tor Lodge of Nassa chusetts, was re- elected party leader and discussion of the controversy over committee chairmanships for Senators Penrose of Pennsylvania and Warren of Wy oming was postponed.
 Selection of a. president pro tenn and other matters of routine, includ- ing the naming of a committee on committees and a steering commit tee were the only points to be clear ed up today, as negotiating between leaders of the opposing factions yes terday resulting in a decision to post pone all fractional disputes until af- ter the organization has been per fected.
 A committee of six Senators called on Senator Johnson of California be- fore the conference met and urged him to accept the presidency pro tenn. but the Senator again declined the position. The committed consisted of Senators Kellogg. Minnesota; Ere Hngheuysen,. New Jersey; Suther- land, West Virginia; Calder, New York; Hale, Maine. and Curtis, Kan sas, who had been mentioned for the position, but who has been active in seeking to adjust factfonal difficuI- ties.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
AM. AND B, co.
 MAY BE SOLD
Stockholders Called Upon to Vote on Sale of
 Company.

All indications point to the sale of the American and British Manufac- turing Company of this city to a new corporation to be known as the Amer ican and British Corporation. Stock holders have been called to a special meeting to be held on Thursday. May 20, at which they will be asked to vote upon the proposition.
 It was impossible to obtain definite information on the plans today, Pres ident John M. Stanley not being at his office.
 In the notice of the meeting pre- ferred stockholders are informed the syndicate will pay to each holder of that class of stock $50 cash a share, or will deliver in exchange for each certificate of preferred stock of the old company 150 per cent. a share of preferred stock of the new company at par, together with one share of common stock of the new company for each share of preferred stock of the old company. Common stock holders are notified the syndicate will pay to them $2 cash a share for their stock. or will deliver in exchange for each certificate of common stock of the old company B 1-3 per cent share of the common stock of the new company. Many of the common stockholders of the company are op- posed to the sale. They are talking of the formation of a protective com nittee to safeguard their interests.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
CHEvRON MUST
 BE ON UNIFORM
Discharged Soldiers Cau- tioned Against Non Use
 of It.

Captain c. B. Hammond, 1104 Council of National Defense Building, Washington, D. C., in charge of the soldiers bonuses, allowances and allot- ments, has requested that he be mo- tified of any cases demanding immed- fate action where there has been de- lay in receiving money due from the War Department and these will be at tended to at once.
 Assistant Secretary of War has re- quested Captain H. C. Billings in charge of the Bridgeport Soldiers Employment Bureau, to thank the moving picture houses for their as- sistance in the campaign to obtain po- sitions for discharged soldiers in this city.
 Certificates will be issued to all en1- ployers who give work to their old employees who have been in the ser vice. These certificates will be signed by the Secretary of War and the Sec retary of the Navy.
 All discharged soldiers are caution ed not to use the army uniforms with out the red chevron on the left arm, al S it is expected that 9. provost guard will be sent to this city toN pick all who neglect to comply with this order of the War Department
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
BOY BURGLAR
 IS SENTENCED
Leslie Drales, One of Trum bull Gang, Goes to Ches-
 hire Reformatory.

Leslie DraIes, one of a gang of young burglars who terrorized resi- dents of Trumbull and Long Hill last winter, was arraigned before Judge Keeler in the Criminal Superior Court this morning. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to the Cheshire reformatory during his min ority. DraIes is 20 years old.
 A statement made to the authori- ties by Drales was read to the court by Assistant States Attorney Carter The accused admitted he and other members of the gang broke into diff ferent houses in Trumbuu and Long Hill. He said in one house they took some rifles. The accuse blamed another boy for breaking the window in the Weed home in Trum- bull, which he was accused of enter ing.
 Public Defender DeForest asked that Dra1es be sent to the State School for Boys but the court thought the Cheshire Reformatory would be the better place.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
SAY SPANIARD
 OBTAINS CHILD
Carmen de Barrios Brings Habeas Corpus Proceed
 ings Against Husband.

Carmen de la Serna de Barrios, a wealthy Spanish woman who lives in New York, has obtained a writ of ha- beas corpus from Judge Curtis of the Superior Court, ordering her hus- band, Barnabe Barrios of Stamford, to bring their eight year old daugh- ter into court next Friday. The mother claims Barrios is restraining the child and preventing her from seeing the girl, whose name is Elena de Barrios.
 Just as Senor de Barrios was leav- ing the Hotel Davenport Stamford, yesterday afternoon, he was served with papers in the haDeas corpus proceedings by Deputy Sheriff Taylor The mother claims de Barrios took the little girl out of New York state for the purpose of depriving her of her daughters society.
 I tis alleged that although the girl is eight years old she is undevelop- ed physically and looks to be about three years of age. The mother says the child suffers from an agra vated disease of the heart.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
BASEBALL SEASON OPENS SNAPPILY Chill Wind Blows, But Game Takes An After
 War Start.

Although a chilling wind this after non swept over the city, the 1919 Eastern League baseball season here got well under way with assurance that a large attendance would watch Manager Ray Grimes Bridgeport Americans tackle the New Haven contingent in the initial game. Mar ty" Walsh, who was a member of the Americans a few years ago, was billed to furnish the deliveries for the Bridgeporters in a comeback that has created considerable interest and aroused much talk. TilIman, who team against Yale University on Mon- day afternoon, was scheduled for the visitors.
 All the pomp and ceremony that marked season openings here in past years, were observed at todays in augHral. The day was opened with an automobile parade in which May ors Wilson of this city and Fitzgerald of New Haven, President Clark P. Lane, Jr, president of the local club; George Weiss, new owner of the New Haven team; members of the city governments Of the two cities, the ball players and sporting writers, took part. The procession was led by the Wheeler S5 Wilson band and moved over the following route: Main street to State street through Courtland street to Fairfield avenue, Stratford avenue and the ball park.
 At the ball park Mayor Wilson was loudly applauded by the fans who had gathered there. Shortly after 3 o'clock the mayor took his place on the mound and threw the first ball, thus opening what promises to be the most successful season in the history of the sport here. With this cere- mony completed, the umpire, Beau" Brown, announced the batteries and the game was soon underway.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
Jury Deliberates
 on S1O,O00 Action
 Against Conn. Go.

The $10,OoO suit brought by Annie Jujnak against the Connecticut Co.,, went into the hands of the jury in the Superior Court this afternoon af- ter Judge Maltbie had delivered his charge to the jury. In his argument to the jury Attorney Seth Baldwin. counsel for the Connecticut Co.,, claimed that the death of John Buj- nak. for which the suit was brought by his administratrix. was caused by the mans own negligence. He al- Ieged Bujnak was driving a wagon on the trolley tracks and did not get out of the way when warned by the motorman-
 Judge Thomas c. Coughhn and Judge Frank A. Wilder, counsel for the woman said her husbands death was due to the recklessness of the notor1nan. 1t is not expected that the jury will return verdict before late this afternoon.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
AUSTRIAN TREATY
 READY THIS WEEK
Several Additional Notes From German Delegates Given to Sub Committee For Consideration -Bolshevlk Government Rejects Ofer-Agreement
 on Plume Expected.
lRv The Associated Press)

Belief that the peace treaty with Austria would be handed delegates that nation by the end of the present week expressed today
 develops that the Allied Powers to be represented at St. the negotiations with the Ausians will be less numerous Versailles. These powers will com prise which declared upon broke diplomatic relations with Austro-llungary
 Several from the German peace delegation before the Allied powers for considera on such notes delivered to the Council of Four and shortly after in Paris it announc- ed that the council appointed b-committee of five, each of the great powers to deal with the Ger propositions.
 The three German the Council of 1he Havas Agency says deals with the following subjects The first of the peace terms upon Gemanys economic situation: second with the in which President Will points applied which is protested against aud with the principles of the reparaon demands which protested although it is declared that Germany prepared to subscribe to them.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
Cyclist Struck By Auto Sues Owner
 For S5,OOO Today

Declaring that his leg was broken as a result of a collision between a motorcycle he was riding and an automobile, Louis Konierda of Fair field started suit in the Superior court today against Charles R. Saunders of this city for S5, GOO damages. The suit is returnab1e to the May term.
 It is claimed that on April 27 last Konienda was riding on North ave nue nccr the intersection of Clinton ave- nue when the motorcycle was struck by Saunders car. He declares Saun- ders was driving in 9 negligent man. ner. Konienda says he was badly bruised in addition to the breaking of his leg, and is still confined to bed.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
Juvenile Cases In
 Superior Court Are
 Heard in Chambers

The plan of hearing juvenile cases in chambers, which was inaugurated last year in the city court, was started today in the criminal superior court
 Evidence in several cases was heard by Judge Keeler behind closed doors
 In accordance with the statute the clerks of the court were instructed not to make public the names of the Youthful offenders. This statute ap- plies to boys under 1 6 years of age. unless they are found guilty of a crime which merits state prison sentence.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14

The council also had under consid- eration the subject of ports and wat ct,vavs and various details of the Austrian peace treaty now being framed
 Italy. it appears, Is not insisting upon France and Great Britain car ryiing out all the terms of the treaty of London under winch she was to receive extensive territories on the eastern shore of the Adriatic in the settlement of war claims.
 This apparent willingness to make concessions in the negotiations look jn- to an agreement on the Plume and Dalmatian controversies is con aidered, according to a despatch from Paris as indicating progress toward q definite understanding among the members of the Council of Four.
 The leading figures of the Austrian delegation are expected to arrive at St. Germain- -en-Laye, near Paris, to- night In statement before leaving Vienna, Karl Renner, Austrian chan CelIor and chief of the delegation said that he would do This best to get the best terms possible, but that a vanquished people could expect but little"
 It has been announced that the Bolshevik government of Russia has rejected the offer made through Dr Friedjtof Nansen to feed the Russian people if the Soviet regime would cease hostilities against other Russian factions. Nevertheless g Paris des- patch today announces that Dr. Nan sen has gone to Russia to open direct associations with Premier Lenine-
 Andrew Bonar Law gOVernme ent isl1 nf l. mons, said yesterday in answer to a question that no attack on Petrograd by the Allies was contemplated ''at this moment" He admitted, how ever, that British warships were al Hclsingfors. Finland, to assist in case of emergency
 It is reported from Paris that the Poles and Ukrainians have arranged for a truce. anad 1t is indicated the! may join forces against the Bol- EheviL.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14

There was a possibility, naval off, cials said, that the route of the NC heavier than air machines via the Azores might be followed, reducing the longest jump to approximately 1900 miles, by making a. stop at Pun la Del Gado. Adoption of this route would give the dirigible the benefit of the warship patrol established for the seapIanes, the plan being to start the C on her eastward passage af- ter the NC expedition has reached Europe or at least has completed the Newfoundland-to-Az leg of its cruise.
 When the c 5 took the air a south wind was blowing at 15 miles an hour.
 Although no official announcement was made of the balloons destination, it was stated that radio messag had been sent to the temporary base at St. Johns and to the Chatham, Mass, Bear Harbor and Portland, Me, naval air stations to be on the lookout for her. A general wireless message, intended to reach ships at sea, also announced the start of the flight.
 The "blimp" was taken out of her hangar at 2 o'clock after a tuning
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
TO REDUCE PRICE OF WHEAT.

New York, May 14-An immediate reduction in the price of wheat, reach ing all down the line from the pro ducer to the baker, is believed as- sured, according to a statement is sued today by Julius Barnes, wheat director. following a prolonged con ference yesterday between MT. Barnes and representatives of the grain industry including grain hand lers. miners. jobbers and bakers,
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14

Chatham, Mass, May 1.-The naval seaplare NC-4 left here at 9:25 a. m. to join the NC-1 and NC-S at Ire passey, N F., starting point of the transatlantic flight.
 The seaplanes 1850 and 1916 accom- panied the NC. in the start in her flight, leaving here about 10 minutes later.
 Trespassey, N. F., May 14-Weather conditions over the Atlantic today were not favorable as were expected and the indications were this fore noon that Commander John H. Tow CTS would postpone the start of the American naval trans-AtIantic flight until tomorrow.
 The belated NC-4, flying from Chat ham, Mass, was expected here this evening to join her sister planes, the NC-1 and NC-3, and if she arrives. Commander Towers said that the three overseas fiiers might "hop off together. The NC-4, however, prob ably will require A hours overhaul ing, but if she is here and weather conditions do not disappoint it was considered probable that tomorrow night would see the f1iers off on their moonlight trip to the Azores. Washington. May 14-The navy department communicated with the seaplane NC 1, from Washington at Ills a. m. today, received a reply from Commander Read and had broaoeasted to Europe and to the west coast of the United States the plsf1e's position in three minutes elapsed time The communication was accom- plished without previous notice to any of the stations involv- ed.
 plans to stop the naval seaplane NC
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
NAVY DIRIG|BLE
 ATTEMPTS FLIGHT
0 Leaves Montauk Point at Eight This Morning-Ex. poets to Make 1,200 Mile Flight to Newfoundland in A Hours Passed Over Chatham,
 Mass at 1005

Monauk Point \. Y May 14-The navy drigbIe C-5 left here today flight to St Johns N F. which may be follow ed the coastal performance satisfactory by tempt to fly the Atlantic.
 The balloon took the air at and promptly attained her maximum cruising speed of 50 miles was expected to drive the big bag the 200 mile to Newfoundland in 2+ hours.
 Under command of Lieutenant Commander Emery w Coil the 5 took northeast expected carry the naval air station at Chatham Mass thence along the New England and Canadian coasts St. There lighter than air experts put ashore from the Chicago with parts tools and supplies of imitation gas fuel await the "bmp ready to assist in preparing her possible g. OO0 mile nonstop cruise to the British Isles
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
BELIEVE AUSTRIA TO GET TREATY THIS WEEK;
 C5 NAVY DIRIGIBLE STARTS FOR ST. JOHNS;
DUTCH HAVE NOT
 DECIDED TO GIVE
 UP EX-ENIPEROR

The Hague, May 1.-The Dutch government denies that it has de- cided to surrender former Emperor William. The question at present. it contends, concerns only Germany and the Entente.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14

Senor Pani'e withdrawal from France was recently ordered by the Mexican government, because, it was stated, of the long period he had been kept waiting in Paris without having been given an opportunity to present his credentials. On May Il, however the minister, who was still in Paris, announced that he had been given notification that he might present his credentials on May B.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
MEXICAN
 MINISTER GIVES
 HIS CREDENTIALS

Paris, May 14---Alberto J. Pani. the new Mexican minister to France, pre- sented his credentials to President Pofncare yesterday. The presentation was accompanied with the usual cer- iemonials.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
BRITISH AvIAToRs STILL HEDDJ

St. Johns, May IA The British aviators Hawker and Haynham were not likely to get away today on their transatlantic flight Reports were received of poor weather for a mtd- day start
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1919-05-14
Seaplane NC4 Makes 300
 Mile Trip In Three Hours
Leaves Chatham This Morning to Rejoin NC1 and NC3 at Trepassy- Trans Atlantic Flight Postponed
 Until Tomorrow.

Halifax N. S., May 14-T he' American naval seapane at 2tO D. (Halifax me) from Chath- am, Mass
 Allowing for hour diff ference time between this port Chatham, the plane made the flight of approxi- matelv 300 nautical miles in 8 hours 45 minutes.