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The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
An EASY Mark

The new typist has quite ar all
about her"
"She feels that stenography is but
a stepping stone to greater things"
THAT may prove true in her case.
The junior member of the firm is sim
gle, stout, susceptible and baldhead
ed"
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
Succession of Events.

Terrible Teddy gave out in the fifth
round with Powerful Pete"
"What happened then?"
'He gave in"
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
A Revelation

mo matter when you see Miss Bue-
lah, she is always smiling. She must
have a charming disposition"
b "NO, my friend; her disposition ls
not fine. but her teeth are"
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
Praise Indeed.

"How was the humorous lecture AZ
the opera house last night?" asked the
recently arrived guest.
First ratew enthuslasticAuu
piled the landlord of the PetunFfA ~
ern. "Why, dad-blame 1t. e.
In a complimentary ticket apA
Jaughed Judge. ~
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
A Common chIrooranhv.

''The man who wrote this letter WIS
or is a telegrapher."
Glow on earth could you tell that?''
Don't you see 1t is full of dots and
dashes?'
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
Wowl

Mrs. Sharpe-Tm going to give mu-
sic lessons. William.
Mr.. Sharpe think youn have to.
I'm afraid no one will pay for them.
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
ACT NO. rs.
House Bill No. BY Mr.. Byrne.

House Bill No. BY Mr. Byrne.
JOINT RESOLUTION.
Proposing an amendment to the Con-
stitution of the State of Louisiana,
directing the City of New Orleans to
levy, annually a special tax not ex-
ceeding two mills on the dollar for
the Inauguration and maintenance of
double and triple platoon systems,
and an increase in pay of the men
and officials, in the fire and police
departments of said city respectively.
Section ]. Be IL resolved by the GEN
Neral Assembly of the State of Louis
lana, two-thirds of all members elected
to each House concurring, That an
amendment to the Constitution of the
State of Louisiana be proposed and
submitted to the qualified electors of
the State. for ratification or rejection.
as follows, to-wit: In addition to
such other taxes as the City of New
authorized to levy, said city shall levy
annually a special tax, not exceeding
two mills on the dollar, on all taxable
property in said City as assessed and
valued for city taxation purposes. The
avails of said special tax are hereby
dedicated to the Inauguration and
maintenance of double platoon sys-
tenn in the fire department and a triple
platoon system in the police depart
ment of said City, and an increase in
pay OF the men and officials employed
in said departments. and shall be used
and employed by said city exclusively
for said purposes respectively accord
ing to such apportionment of said
funds as said city may make from time
to time"
Section 2. Be 1t further resolved. eto..
that this amendment shall be submitted
to the duly qualified electors of the
State of Louisiana, in accordance with
the provisions of the Constitution, to
be voted upon at the General Congress
sional Election to be held in November
1920, and there shall be printed upon
the ballot: For the amendment to the
Constitution directing the City of New
Orleans to levy a special tax not ex-
ceedinig two mills for its fire and police
departments" and Against the amend
ment to the Constitution directing the
City of New Orleans to levy a special
tax not exceeding two mills for it's fire
and police departments; and each
elector shall indicate, as provided in
the general election laws of the State
whether he votes for or against said
amendment.
r. F. WALKER.
Speaker of the House of Representa-
tives.
HEWITT BOUANCHAUD.
Lieutenant Governor and President of
the Senate.
Approved: July 6, 1920.
JNO M. PARKER
Governor of the State of Louisiana.
A true copy:
JAMES ]. BAILEY,
Secretary of State.
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
His Use.

"a play l saw lately. had star
rooster in the cast"
Perhaps he was engaged to spur
the human actors on"
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
Getting Approximate Elaure.

"How many genuine dark horse9
can there be in a presidential cam
paign?"
81 don't know" replied Senator Sor-
gium, absent-mindedly. whats the
adult male population of the United
S;atesT
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
But Not So.

"You can't always judge persons by
their names"
."Indeed?"
"For instance, one would think from
the name that grass widow was
green"
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
,noreased currant Exports.

Tn two months, this year, Greece ex-
norted more than 100000 pounds of
currants, nearly 100000 pounds more
than was exported during all Of 1919.
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
Act No 232

Senate Bill No. 12-By Mr.. Lawrason,
JOINT RESOLUTION
Proposing an amendment to the Con-
stitution of the State of Louisiana.
amending Article 200 of the Consti-
tuition so as to provide for additional
qualifications for voters in primaries,
conventions or political assemblies
held for the purpose OF nominating
party candidates for public office.
Section L, Be it resolved by the Gen.
eral Assembly of the State of Louis
lana, two-thirds of all members of each
House concurring, that an amendment
to the Constitution of the State of
louisiana be submitted to the qualified
electors of the State for their approval
or rejection at the Congressional Elec-
ton to be held on the first Tuesday
next following the hrst Monday In No
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
His WaY.

THAT orator can draw tears by the
skillful way he works on peoples feel
ings."
Result of practice. He's a dentist"
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04

Admlrer: Congratulations on your
success, Mr.. Hamfat! ! understand
that some of the audience threw
money on the stage.
Hamfat: Aw! But that wasn't all
meh good friend. Some even show.
cred coos
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
Prime Necessity.

"What is the first thing to do wher
you want to give a good blow outY"
"Raise the wind"
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
A Proof.

women are awfully contrary" 4
81 should say so. Here, for instances,
when man beats his wife he genes
ally makes hit with her"
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
Stickers.

Life ever discloses
Some check to our thanks;
We get thorns with roses
And spliniers with planks.
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS To THE
CONSIIFUTION CT LOUISIANA.

aASPted at the Regular Session of the
Legislature of 192O-TO Be Voted
On at the Congress giOnAl
Election Held GOV.
2, 1920.
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
ACT 10 e.

House Bill No. 127-By Mr.. Hamley.
JOINT RESOLUTION.
Proposing an amendment to the Con-
sfitution of the State of Louisiana
levying a special State tax of one
mill on the dollar in aid OF public
education.
section Be IL resolved BY the GEN
nrAI Assembly of the State of Louis
eAna. two-thirds of all the members
nfected TO each House concurring, That
1hs following amendment to the Consti
euffnn OF the State of Louisiana be and
the same is herekg proposed and sub
shifted TO the qualified electors OF the
state OF Louisiana, to-wit.
Amendment
In addition TO all taxes now auth
erixed BY the Constitution or by law,
there Is hereby levied for the year
1870 and each calendar year thereafter,
IN aid OF public education, a tax OF
enc mill on the aopar Of assessed valn-
alton Of all taxable property within the
sfate OF louisiana IL being hereby re-
ouiredk that said tax shall be extended
on the tax rolls and collected as al
ether State taxes.
section 2. Be Il further resolved.
.er That this proposed amendment
~aail be submitted to the duly qualified
~7ecfora OF the State. in accordance
Nth law, TO be voted upon - ne Gem
The Concordia sentinel. (Vidalia, Concordia Parish, La.) 1882-current, 1920-09-04
ACT No. 153.

ACT NO. 153.
House Bill No. 376-By Mr.. Claiborne.
Substitutes for House Bill No. 1873.
JOINT RESOLUTION.
Proposing an amendment to Article 23O
of the Constitution of the State of
Louisiana relative to eXempting GER
tain industries located on the naviga-
ton Canal. New Orleans.
Section 1. Be it resolved by the Cen
eral Assembly of the State of Louis
lana, two-thirds of all members elected
to each House concurring, That the fol-
lowing amendments to the Constitu-
ton of the State of Louisiana be sub
mitted to the electors of the State at
the next Congressional Election to be
held on the first Tuesday after the first
Monday in November, 1920, making
said Article read as follows:
Article 230. The following shall be
exempt from taxation, and no other,
ligious worship, or burial. the rectories
and parsonages of churches and
grounds thereunto appurtenant, used
exclusively as residences for the min
listers in charge of such. churches, all
charitable institutions, vail buildings
and property used exclusively for, pub
lie monuments or historical collections,
colleges and other school purposes, the
real and personal estate of any public
library, and that of any other library
association used by or connected with
such library, all books and phiiosoph1-
cal apparatus, and all paintings and
OIL any company OF dsSOCld-
ton. kept in a public hall; provided,
the property so exempted be not leased
for purposes of private or corporate
profit or income. There shall also be
exempt from taxation household prop
erty to the value of five hundred dol
lars. There shall be exempt from tax
alton for period of ten years from
the date of Its completion, any railroad
or part of railroad that shall be con-
structed and completed subsequently to
January 1, 1905, and prior to January 1.
1903. This exemption shall include and
apply to all rights of way. roadbeds,
sidings. rails, and other superstrHc-
lures upon such rights of way, road
tion-houses. buildings, erections and
structures appurtena1t to such rail-
roads and the operation of the same;
but shall not include the depots, ware
houses, stationhouses and other struc-
lures and appurtenances nor the land
upon which they are erected at ter
minal points, and for which franchises
have been granted and obtained
whether same remain the property OF
the present owner or owners, or be
transferred or assigned to any cor
poration or corporations, person or per-
sons whomsoever, and, provided fur
Their. that this exemption shall not
apply to double tracks, sidings,
switches. depots or other improvements
or betterments, which may be con-
structed by railroads now in operation
within the State. other than extensions
or new lines constructed by such rail-
roads. There shall be exempt from
taxation the legal reserve Of life insur-
ance companies organized under the
laws OF this State. The property or
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Japan Ready to Enter
Armament Conference
Especial by United prcss.l

Especial by United Press.l
London. Dec. 30-Japan is ready
TO enter the international con.
ference OF limitation OF naval arma-
ments. according to the new Japan.
ese Ambassador 10 Great Britlan. He
declared business mon OF big ma.
lions. who pay the bills, conld reach
an agreement limiting the ornaments.
The ambassador said Japan was not
exceeding the naval program. but
arming herself against the spread OF
Bolshoyism at which he alleges sew.
oral attempts have been made.
It is foolish to think Of the United
States. Great Britain and Japan In n
race for q biz navy.
He declared Japan Is the western
sentiment against the spread OF Bol.
shevism and wants to be good part.
ner In the firm OF nations.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Restoration of Russian
Trade Is Being Urged
tsreclnl ny united rrerr. }

Especial ny United pressD
Marion. o., Dec. 2S-Restoration of
trade with Russia is being urged on
Harding by many OF his influential
advisors, and is being considered SER
iously as one of the proposed polio
les OF the incoming administration.
The reported cancellation OF mil
lions OF dollars worth OF contracts
with American firms threw the Rus
sian question into the front rank OF
problems facing Harding. His advi-
sors delcure that until the lantent
wealth OF Russia Is opened up the
economic turmoil between Europe
and America viii continue.
Harding has no sympathy with the
South and is opposed to doing any
thing to add to their power.
Harding is also being urged by os-
car straus OF New York TO appoint
n Jewish ambassador to Berlin when
peace with Germany is made. He
believes this would quell the anti
soviet feeling In Germany.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Appropriation of
Funds for Government
Expenses Begun
lspecial by unIted press.l

Especial by United Press.)
Washington, Dec. 29-Congress be.
gun the most important business of
this session. by the enactment of leg
islation appropriating funds to run
the government from July l, 1921 to
June 30. 1922. sundry civil bills OF
nearly 400 millions for miscellaneous
expenses are to be reported today,
it is expected.
Republican leaders intend to keep
money bills moving swiftly. because
Il is Harding's desire to have all ap-
preparation legislation completed this
session.
The total 1922 estimates are to be
cut from the approximated $500. 900,
coo to about s3.5oO. 100000. Il is stat
cd. Regular appropriation bills and
what ever deficiency bills there may
be. remain for adoption.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
President Wilson
Vetoes the Measure
Affecting Railroads
Especial by United Press.

Washington. Dec. 30-President
Wilson sent to Congress his veto to
the bill suspending for one year sec
tion 10 of the Clayton act. which pro-
hibited the purchase of equipment by
railroads from companies in which
any oiIicial of the railroad was inter
ested
TIE President said in his veto moa-
sage that he opposed the bill because
Sufficient time has already been grant
ed the railroads to prepare for the
operation of this section.
More than six years has elapsed
since the law was enacted, and its
operation has ben suspended during
that time, he declared.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Federal Agents Raid
North Woods With
Prohibition Warrants
lsneclnl by unilod presa.

Hurley. Wis. Dec. 2s-The second
invasion of the had lands" OF the
north woods country by federal
agents against violators of the pro-
hibition law is underway.
Seyenty.iive agents OF the federal
government arrived today to serve
warrants on flfty.nine saloon keepers,
who are alleged violaters. OF prohibit
tion.
The warrants were issued secretly
by Judge Landis. There are 75 ga
looms here, and they are charged with
running wide open.
The federal authorities are threat
encd with resistance. One year ago
" Dairymple headed small army
Of deputies in an attempt to clean
up Iron River, Mich.
Hurley. Wis, Doc. 2s--sevonty.;lye
prohibition agents arrived here at
noon today and started serving 80
warrants for the arrest OF members
OF an alleged whiskey gang,
The state herald., 1920-12-31
League Ignored in
international Program
Of Senator Harding
lap1elai by united rreraJ

T1nIlIHl by Unltfd Irls3J
Marion. o.. D1c. s0-ilarding plans
to isuora The League OF Nations en-
iircly IN his international program.
according to Senator philandor c.
Knox -nf Pennsylvania. following a
conference with the Prcsidcutelcct
Rumors to the effect that Harding
might use the League OF Nations us
basis for the international structure.
Is denied by Knox. lie discussed with
Harding plans for rushing the peace
resolution through congress Immcdi.
atcly after the special session con.
vcnes following the inauguration.
The state herald., 1920-12-31

'ni,ed PressJ '.s ..f ~
oomniiasionu TO raise tho rates. or
else have tho government pay tho DO.
iloit. The payment OF nearly 0no'haif
billion dollars 10 due the roads, bo.
ing tho deficit for tnu nrnt ak months.
i'rivate operations are being held up
by teehnicaiitios.
All roads declare they need the
money. seventeen states rufuso 10
allow the Interstate rates 10 ~ ~
n,sn as th. Interstate commission
rate liked. Tor tnc question ~ a labor
ono. workers ciaim tho roads are
not practiciny economy.
The state herald., 1920-12-31

Washington. Dec 2s-fcar that the
railroad problem viii be thrown back
into Congress III becoming apparent
ainons iusislatofs and railroad mon
.ne carningu OF the roads for Sop.
.olaDer and October lvn u total OF
~ millions short OF the por cont
earnings guaranteed By tho cummins
law.
.Do iaii"ay executors dcciarn tncy
"n not iaise the ratcs. Dut repre-.
svutatres oI eaen declare II N man.
datory of lno Interstate commerce
The state herald., 1920-12-31
BILL IS BEING CONSIDERED TO
INCLUDE ALL ALIENS IN THE
/. NEW CALIFORNIA LAND LAW
United Pres
Japan Withdraws Objections to Land Law,
Possibly Because of English Pressure

crimatory to the Japanese. 1t 10
pointed out that 1t would also act a.
check against large British oil hold
ings In California.
1t is intimated that the Japanese
have reported the withdrawal of their
protest, because Great Britain is wor-
ried over the future of her oil hold
ings.
Pressure could have been exerted
by England upon Japan to Withdraw
her protest. 1t is understood. It IL
reported that the action Of Japan in
withdrawing her protest will result
in the proposed treaty guaranteeing
land rights to Japanese being scrap
ped.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Senator Penrose to
Lead Fight Over the
Emergency Tariff
Especial by United Press)

Especial by United Prcss)
Washington. Dee. Senator PEN
rose OF Pennsylvania. chairman of the
finance committee. is expected here
next week to take personal charge
OF the fight over the emergency tar
IN bill. according to Senator Mccum-
ber.
Consideration of the tariff bill is to
be postponed until Penrose arrives.
An informal conference of rcpub-
iican leaders Is to be held tomorrow
20 discuss amendments to this bin rs
the house passed It,
Mccumber said his position on tar.
IN legislation has not been changed
by his conference with Harding yes
terday.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Theodore Roosevelt
Urged for Position in
the Cabinet by Legion
'lispecial by united Press. J

TTNU'cIuI Dy InIttH TTrsH.l
MARION. Dec. 2S-The appointment
OF Theodore Roosevelt TO promin.
ent Position in the new adminlstra-
ton d urged upon Harding in behalf
of essservloe men, by John J. Maher
OF lincoln. Nebr.
Mr. sInhcr is one of the organizers
OF tl,h American Legion.
1t suggested the position of as,
slstatt secretary OF war or navy be
given to young Roosevelt
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Anglo Canadians Seek
Concessions in Russia
Especial by United Press.)

Especial by United Press)
Copenhagen. Dec. 29--The arrival
Of Anglo Canadian representatives In
Moscow to negotiate with the soviet
government for large forest conces-
sions in Russia is reported here. The
representatives said they desire only
rights to lands not included In the
grant to American capitalists.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Two Hundred Thousand
Men Out of Employment
by Closing of Motor Plants
Especial by United rr.--,

Detroit. Dee. io-'rho Highland
Park plant OF the Ford Motor Com.
pany. employing flfty thousand mon.
has been closed for an Indefinite
period. II was officially announced.
The plant was shut down last week.
when II was stated thnt an inventory
wns TO be taken until January .. Re.
ports are current that the plant Will
be Idle until At least February I.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
.RUMORS OF new WAR CURRENT
AS GERMANY MAKES BRUSOUE
RESPONSE TO ALLIED DEMANDS
Especial by United Press)
French Officials Call German Attitude Shame
less-May Be Grave Complications
Especial by United Press,

Paris, Dec. 29-With rumors Of a
new war current, Germany compli-
Gated the situation with brusque
reply to the allies demand that she
disown the citizens guard. The Ger
man reply was linked with the de.
mand Of the Brussels financial con-
ference, declaring the latter could
not be success under such circum.
stances.
The German attitude is called
shameless" by French officials. who
declare there may be grave compli-
The state herald., 1920-12-31
iD'Annunzio Hunted
AS Fiume is Occupied
by Regular Troops
fsnecIni hv united pressl

Rome. Dec. GA truce is In effect
today in Fiume, following the Italian
arny's occupation OF more than half
Of the city.
City authorities, II is believed. will
ugree to recognition of the Adriatic
treaty. as basis for permanent
peace
The cessation OF hostilitics was
greeted with great Joy throughout
Italy. The casualties In two days
ngh,ing were over fifty killed and two
hundred wounded.
The commander of tho regular
forces offered the men an attractive
reward for the capture. of D'Annunzio.
Thcrc is no intimatlon that the poet
Is TO be punished.
Milan. Italy. Doe. 2s-rhe regular
Italian troops are within one milo OF
the center OF Flame. wounded sol
dlcrs reported. The city was In dense
smoke from buildings and bridges
blown up by D'Annunzlo- Troops OIL
ciaily denied that DAnnunxio had
been wounded. 1t IS reported be do
cinrcd he would destroy the city be-
fore he would surrender.
Dispatches indicate the city has
been occupied by regular troops.
Rome. Dec 3o-Four hundred ital.
ian soldiers wore killed In the fiumo
lighting. II is reported.
The defending forces lost eighty
killed and two hundred wounded.
D'Annunzio Is prepared to leave the
city by airplane. He declared that
Italy was not worth dying for. The
surrender OF the city to the Italian
troops Is expected soon.
The state herald., 1920-12-31

cations.
The Bolsheviki are reported mass.
ing troops along the western frontier
for spring attack on border states.
Germany is alleged to be keeping a
steady stream Of munitions moving
toward Moscow. the allies say. Parts
Of Germany and and the Russian in.
dustrial district may be occupied be-
cause of the formers refusal to dis
arm the citizens guard.
Allied military leaders reported
daily conferences.
The state herald., 1920-12-31

Marion. Ohio, Dec. 3o-7Tbc first
cabinet slate IL virtually completed by
Harding II was announced today. The
tentative slate Ia chas. Hughes. secre-
tary OF ntatu, Charles u. Davis OF llii'
mons. secretary OF tho treasury. 4. T.
Hart oi kentucky, secretary OF war.
John ". nouAs VI aiassacnus.tts, seq
s.t.iy vi tue navy. iiaiiy 81. Dotfsn'
vrty oi ODiU. attorney suhofai, " 'ii
H.. Hays or na,ana. poatihastcr gon'
erai, George sutherland ot Utah. sec
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Congress to Reduce
Personnel of Navy
lspeeIal by unlted Press.l

Washington. Dec 30-Reduction Of
the navy personnel will impair the
efficiency and necessitate the with
drawal of several ships from. active
duty, Secretary of the Navy Daniels
declared.
The personnel of the navy is l29.-
600. Daniels estimated. He said that
he had recommended an increase to
$4,000. as the number necessary to
maintain the navy's strength.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
Mexico Awaiting the
Inauguration of Hard
ing for Recognition
lspeeIal ~ unIted rre.s.l

i5peclaI By InIt'I Fr1s9.l
Washington. Dec. 29-1he new re-
gime IN Mexico plans to await the In
auguration OF Harding before fur.
ther attempting TO secure recogni-
ton. Il is learned
Plans are being made by Mexican
officials to arrange a conference OF
representatives Of both incoming nd.
ministratlons to pave the way for
recognition.
Mexicos failure TO answer the note
from Secretary OF state Colby indi.
Gates that country has decided TO
await finrdlng's Inauguration.
The state herald., 1920-12-31
, Naval SeapIanes Start
on Flight to Panama
IspeeIal BY unlted prens.

san Diego. Calf, Dec. 3o-Four.
teen naval scaplanes left this morn.
ing on II flight to tho canal zone.
The first stop will be In Mexico
The planes took on Mt n North
Island naval station.