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, 1920-05-05

ton should be enlarged and it's work ex-
tended over the islands of St. Thomas
and St. John. We particularly call the at
tention Of the Department Of Agricul-
ture to this question.
9. The bar in the harbor of Christian
sted should be removed. This would
open the harbor for boats of medium and
light drafts. A provision for the survey
of this matter will probably be adopted
in the pending River and Harbor bill,
10. The establishment of libraries with
good buildings at st. Thomas and n St.
Croix would be of the greatest advan-
tage in develODmentof these islands. We
realize this a work that the Government
would not undertake. We offer this sug
gestion in the hope that those interested
in library work may take up the ques-
ton and possible work out by private en-
terprise a plan to establish libraries in
these two islands.
II. The Commission found the system
of taxation in the islands unjust, INSULT
cient, and archaic. We recommend that
the entire system be reformed with a
view of securing a greater income, which
we believe possible, and in order also to
more fairly equalize the burdens of tax
alton.
IL. 1t is the judgment of the Com
mission that the present local legislative
system of one Council for St. Thomas
and St. John and one for St. Croix be re-
tanned, and that the said Councils sitting
together should constitute a grand Coun-
ell for the whole group of islands acquired
by the United States from Denmark, in
all matters affecting the interests of the
islands common to all.
Is. 1t is the judgment of the com
mission that in the revision of the Judi
cial system, one court and judge having
general jurisdiction should be provided
for the islands of st. Thomas, and St.
John, and one for the island of St, Croix,
and that writs Of error and appeals
should he to an appellate court consisting
of the two judges from said islands and
the Judge of the District Court of the
United Sta.es for Porto Rico, sitting in
Bane.
IA. After careful consideration it is
the Judgment of the commission that
it is inexpedient to change the existing
system of Government at present. The
contemplated revision of local laws should
he enacted and put in operation before
further changes in the supervisory gov
m should be undertaken.
, 1920-05-05

THE PUBLIC is hereby remind
! ed, that as heretofore, the Police
must be notified before burning of
trash or grass takes place and that
the necessary precautions must be
observed to keep such burning under
complete control to prevent acct
dental spread of the Fire.
Christiansted and Frederiksted Police
Office, St. Croix, April 23rd. 1920.
JOHN l.. CURRY.
, 1920-05-05

Contribution to this paper WjU be gjGd-
ty received whem the same deals Nth mat
ters of general interest, and is GccOmpa-
MED with the authors name, as a quar-
Gmtee of good faith. The editor cannot be
responsible for the Views of has coTreSpOn-
dents nor does he necessarily endorse them.
, 1920-05-05
THE ST. CROIX AVIS
is printed and published daily Sundays
and Holidays e1cepted) by G. JohGmsen
ut the AV9s Office.
TERMS---5O cents monthly IN GdVGnce,
g cents per single copy.

Entered as second-clGss matter MGy
26th 1917 at the Post Office at Christian
sted, st. Croic, V. l.. of the u. S. A., I'M.
der the Act of March 8. 1879.
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
AMERICA WINS

It was quite natural. quite to be expected, that America's yacht, The Resolute. should win the decisive race against the British challenger Sir Thomas Lipton's Shamrock ". Pos sibly a different story might have been told if the seagoing Britisher and the more lightly built American boat had raced in the strong winds of Saturday.
 But no complaint can be made, as it was within the power of either side 10 demand 9 race. Moreover so far as can be learned, Sir Thomas has expressed no ifs" nor "ands'' in his losing contest.
 And. like the game loser he has shown himself always. he smilingly acquiesces in the suggestion that both yachts be anchored off eighty-sixth street, New York, if the public cares to see them. Of course he spoke only for his yacht.
 Coming up from behind the Reso- lute and those who sailed her showed their gameness, too-a gameness more apt to be recognized because it result ed in victory. One cannot <~iI to feel complacent over the races. but all tendency to gloat is submerged in ad- miration for the man who so courag- eously persists in his fight to, take the cup from us.
 America must win, that is all there is to it; in sport, in war. in life of nations, America must win. Every real American feels it, and that feel ing is the inspiration of many win" Confidence in ones home land is at the bottom of every contest which takes place beneath the Stars and Stripes, the Flag being the impelling factor.
 But Sir Thomas Lipton may take home with him the personal satisfac- tion of knowing that many a man on many an American strec' made the remark. while the races were in prog ress:
 Tt wouldn't be so bad to lose to Lipton-just this once"
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
THE COAL SITUATION.

Speaking from the aouseholder's viewpoint. there is little encourage ment as to the winters supply of coal in the daily press. Usually the dis patches mention the supply desired by the manufacturers coal only.
 But the householder need have little anxiety as to the winters supply. it is hon stly believed. When mem tion is made of transportation of hituminous coal to the manufactur and the lifting of embarEoes, anthra- cite coal for the householder is in- cluded in the reference. This is sighted because shipments are in smaller quantities.
 The coal dealers Tn New Britain feel optimistic that there will he re- lief within the next two months. At present the embargo on the New Ha- ven road prevents shipment unless special permit is procured from the superintendent of transportation at New Haven.
 AS an instance of the trouble under which local dealers labor there may be mentioned a case where a special permit was given to accept coal from the Pennsylvania to the New Haven road for shipment to New England. The Pennsylvania road seldom places em mbargoes on freight. and when it does they are of short duration.
 In the case noted. however. the road refused to transfer the coal to the New Haven. under the permit received. unless the coal was to be used for some public utility.
 Moreover. local dealers deprecate the tales that coal will be ohtainable only at a much higher rate than now prevails. They say 1t cannot. The price will be affected only by the rates on the railroads. Here again that railroad rate will be affected by the recent advance offered railroad workers. The roads already have arranged a schedule of rates to be- come effective if the rail workers ac- cept the award of the board of ss,o0O.o 900.
 It may be said, not that the recent prohibition of shipment of coal to lako ports will place an embargo on export. but that the situation looks better and the householder need not fear a coal panic or a coal situation calling for higher prices than now prevail where coal is obtainable.
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
25 YEARS AGO
tFrom The Herald of Ina. Date)

Four trunks were arrested last night and arraigned in court today. A fine of s1 was imposed This makes total of 45 drunks during the month.
 George s. Talcott will leave tomor- row for Montana where he will re- main for a month.
 E. C. Scheiblen of E. G. Babcock's Clothing Store has returned from Vermont where he has been spend ing his vacation.
 The American band will give a series of concerts at Walnut Hill park. Money has been collected to pay for the music.
 Attorney B. F. Gaffney has had a handsome bookcase placed in his of- fee.
 A two-mile bicycle race by the em- pioyes of the Landers Frary & Clark company will be held at Walnut Hill park tomorrow.
 Two quart dinner pail with cum 10c. I. Porter's store.
 Local restaurant advertises-Dinner CT from II until o'clock. 25c.
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
MARSH REPORTS ON
 CHURCH ASSEMBLY
Attended International Council
 Held in Boston

O. A Marsh has submitted his re- port of the Fourth International Con- gregational Council at Boston, June 29-July 6. 1920. to the Stanley Me morial church, from which he went as a delegate. In part, he says:
 TO make an intelligent report of so mammoth a convention would Le difficult at the best, but so little time has elapsed since thc Fourth IRterla- tional Council of the Congregational Churches of the World. and so +aried were the topics discussed that it is still a mass of undigested impress sions. However. certain phSses of the council and a very few impress sions stand out prominently enough that I hope my report will be not only interesting, but instructive.
 The first services were held Tn the Mechanics building, and aptly called the "spaciou5 Bcston barn. by some
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28

of anything religious he proban.y would answer as he thought people would expect him to answer and nNC as his own feelings might dictate. He said that a mans ideas of religion were those borrowed from other pee pie to such an extent and his personal thoughts about religion were so vague that he was like the Maine farmer who was shngling his barn on a morning so foggy that when he came to the end of the roof hs shingled right out on the fog.
 'I must also briefly mention the address of President Donald J. Cow ling of Minnesota, on Congregation alism and education. He reminded us that the Pilgrims built their school and their meeting house as soon as their houses were finished and that regationalism had given to t,is country Yale and Harvard and d great many other colleges foremo ost in the ranks of our educational insti- tutions. He deplored the present trend of college curriculum to e,n- phasize those professions that brinS wealth instead of training yyen..ssSSeo be just and uprisnt men after they leave thezcoffege. He said that OUT system of education was the best ili the world today but that it could be improved upon and that our chlldr"h should he taught that those that cone to our shores seeking an opportunity refused them in their own lands Wers not Dagos and Polccks-also that be- cause a mans skin was black did not mean that he was no; human He Sai that the African had come to tAs shores of our country before the i'i. grim Fathers; that they had receivci an urgent invita- ton 10 leave their na-
 
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New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
"JEST RUNnNATIN'."
(Robert Russell.)

A wise ol lawyer said one day: We've looked this mat ter through as thorough as another cuss would be quite apt to do. We've studied all the legal points involved in this here case: we've got the legal principle that lies right at its base. But let's go some what deeper than the other fel- Ter would; let's us be better lawyers than the lawyers who is good. Let's not be satisfied to hear, He done his labor we'll; let's hear 'em say. He told us everything there was to tell. My ruminatin' pipe suggests there's wisdom in the thought. Sink deeper into things" it says, than usually is sought. You may ina zine that you're good-'most per fect-in your acts; you're human-you ain't perfect, friend, an honest, them's the facts. An you can not be perfect but at least you can ihA ApAoNe' "dhS up' JeSI Jump the track O that self -satisfyin' groove. You may think you are thoughtful-mo angelic like saint; forget it: you is com mon clay an like a saint you ain't. You sure deserve some credit for the way you tries to live, but thoughtless things run through your deeds like water through sieve"
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28

one who knew-for barn it seemed an immense building with a main au- dltorium seating 5000; with many rooms and ante-roomS and in the basement of which was even a cafe teria for the benefit of such delegates who wished to remain during the noon hour and attend the stereopti- con lectures given by the Anti-Saloon league, the moving picture shows treating of missionary life in foreign lands and talks of special nature held somewhere in that vast building prac- tlcally every noon.
 The Exhibition HaI
 One of the interesting side shows to the council was the Exhibition hall, to which were sent exhibits of various kinds from churches all o: CT the world. From one church would be a picture of its place of worship and it's minister with a brief history of the church organization; from an other would be the handiwork of some Sunday school class, but from most of them were sent church cal endars, and in the space allotted to Connecticut we found a calendar of the Stanley Memorial church, which. with the picture of our beautiful little edif1ce, the order of service and the activities of the week listed, gave to MT. Missirian and myself a feeling of pride in our little church, and you can be assured. that among the cal endarS and reports Of many of the more pretentious church organizations cur simple little calendar had no req son to feel ashamed.
 Tn .anotheE-@roon were tables equipped with writing material for the delpO3foc post office including the sale of stamps and a general delivery service was maintained in that room throughout the entire council meeting. Tn still another room ~as typical South African native school lacking nothin g in ventilation but to our ideas much in comfort.
 Of course, the central theme of the council was the tercentenary celebra = tion of the landing of the Pilgrims three hundred years a go at Plymo uth that sturdy group of men and women from whom we trace the origin of Congregationalisn1 in America. To give a proper atmosphere and back ground several very fine trips were arranged by the program committee to Plymouth, Concord, Lexington and other nearby places rich in historic significance. The trip to Plymouth was arranged for Thursday afternoon. At Plymouth we saw the famous Plymouth Rock onto which, three hundred years ago in December, the Pilgrims stepped from the small boat which took them off the "Mayfiower." This rock, about three feet high. three feet wide and about six feet long, is about fifty feet from the shore as the shore line has receded in the past three centuries. It is protected and surrounded by a tower with fitting inscription, and, as seemed to be the custom with tourists, hun dreds of the delegates walked over'' the rock hoping to receive I know not what charm, but let us hope that all who stepped on that rock may have been inspired in some small
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28

measure with the spirit of those first whites who tread on it. Relics of Pilgrims.
 In the museum in that village we saw Elder Brewster's Bible, Miles Standish's sword, the cradle that anne over in the ''May1ower" and a great many other interesting relics clothing, furniture and utensils that had been made use of by the Pill grlms. To me, however, the most interesting relic was the skeleton of the ship in the basement of the building. There is nothing left but the keel and the ribs and a few bolts It seemed impossible that so small a boat could have weathered the storms of the Atlantic and finally come to rest in Boston Harbor. We visited the immense statue built on a hill overlooking the village and the bay, set up by the Commonwealth of Massa achusetts in memory of the first corners.
 'In the evening of that day, to fur ther bring us in touch with the meet ing of the anniversary, we witness in Jordan hall a most nota ble dra- matic offering, A Pageant of Pill grims,' written and directed by Els ther Willard Bates of Roslyndale. The cast was up Ol young tISopiS from Boston university and Union church. We saw Elder Brewster and his group of fellow-worshipers being warned to cease worshiping in any other way than that prescribed by law or to leave Scrooby Manor. We witnessed their arrival on the desoiate shores of New England and something of their hardship during that first winter. We saw, too, their meeting with ssasoit, the friendly Indian II. and their first Thanksgiving Day. The drama was so well enacted that it had been tepeated on that evening the second t1rne With the house as full as the inspecting police would permit it to be.
 Various Speakers.
 Dr Elliott eloquent prea cher of the Unita rian faith, addressed the meet ing in his usual fluent manner, trac- ing the origin of his church with tie eminently sensible statements that as the Pilgrims had left the state church
 of England for freedom in thought so his church had talk l the same pre- .. rogative and left the established
 church of New England, which. how ever. was no reason that the tN Q ; branches of the Congregational church could not work together in unity ana with common ann ana ln- terest.
 "The problems facing the church today-the challenge flung at it by the world--were frankly and fearlessly i discussed by many speakers. Real ism in Religion was presented by pr. Carl s. Patton of California in a most interesting manner, humorous and keen. always driving his points home seriously and effectively. He deplored the present condition wher men re- fuse to think of religion and never talk of it when it can be avoided He said that religion was not real to the average man, that he went to church to be entertained or because for some vague reason he felt that he ought to, and if he were asked his opinion
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
VILLAS INFLUENCE.

It looks very much as though Villa Mexico in the matter of recognition of the latter country's government
 If Mexico could take care of the disturber the disposition seems to be to take Mexico out of American poll itics by recognizing her. At present the bandit Is submissive. It is report ed that he Is obeying orders from the government and showing, perhaps, that he is a bit tired out. He has about 500 men with him. but what those six hundred can do. under the inspiration of their leader. is a-plenty.
 Now Villa has been ordered to render to the government. and his life has been guaranteed him. If he could be taken care of. thus preventing more raids on property being made by him, there would be a feat per formed that would make it appear the new government means what it says when it declares it's desire to have the friendship of America and an inter course that savers, at least of civiliza- tion.
 It is quite possible that Villa does not get along we'll with the Bolshe- vists from America and other coun- tries recently arrived there. Perhaps he would prefer to surrender to his own government, which he seems to acknowledge, than to continue a war fare in which the leadership must be shared with men of superior intellect. treacherous in no less a degree, but | whose pleasures lie in different direc- tions from those of the Mexican out law.
 | The surrender and retirement al 1 least to private life of Villa would go a long way toward bringing to the | authorities of this country a new con. hdence in Mexico. The only other matter that would seem to stand 1T the way would be the coming elections If the provisional government. from whom advances have come. is sup ported. and there is thus shown an! indication on the part of Mexicans tC heed the advice of those who goverI the country now. there might come { recognition that would really meal something.
 In such event what delight ther,
 would be in the hearts of those wh' are running for office, and those in Of flee The Mexican question would b, allowed to rest and they could giv
 their time and thought to matter
 here at home and the stand we shoul'
 take with the rest of the world.
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28

A farmer dropped his trusty hoe And e cd the field of grain: X fortune had been left him but
 He grabbed his hoe again. "I haven't time to get the cash:"
 Gle plucked a weed or two). "I'u go an tend to it. I guess.
 When hayin' time is through"
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
FRENCH VIEWS ADOPTED
Paris Papers Elated Over Bouiogne
 Confercnce-England Accepts MiI-
 Icrand's Ideas on Russian Question.

Paris. July 2s.-The Paris press IS gratified over the results of the Bouiogne conference. Most of the papers unite in considering the out come "a feather in M. Millerand's cap" pointing out that he persuaded Premier Lloyd George to adopt the French views both on the Russian and coal questions.
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
The Associated Press.
E'S ACCEPTANCE.

of acceptance of Gov D. Republican nominee of vice-President. adds declarations previously |or Harding. He refers Republican platform as |ition of the party, and
 rather than details Theories of that party. kngue of Nations he de- it's. present form. with |ns. it Is subversive of bitions and says the bifications of the Sem leo to be twice rejected |tration. He insists that |ts votes In the Senate solemn declaration of |and by promise ap- finciple of agreement to preserve peace. and |to tho making of such preserving American and rights. as will pty America owes to fThis language is pur- not exclusive and in- that Governor Cool
 include" the League
 reservations. nor "ex-
 any rate he promises the making of some ent with other nations; neroly stated that he to confidently ap- aations on the subject. olidKo says tho great c nation is to be res-
 reactions of war and this may best bc done late return to formal return to the peoples hs of government. He cessity which installed and he suggests that
 been replaced by the ie that formerly ob- |i be an end to seizure
 taxation. he says. He ass distinction. declar- can be no class of em- ployed. He dwelis on n of extravagance in nt. The excess profits
 revised. Is Governor hion, and recourse had xes on imports because nption rather than pro-
 blamed profiteering on aterial, abundance of elk of production. Gov ltion of railroads left ized. he says. and they pvcd from speculation with credit and capital Ter to serve. Increased
 bc granted where nec- mployes given wages
 with their important there must be q larger
 of the interdcpend-
 management and cap that high prices. in ad' slation, will produce asdy, under tho law oi mand. and cites the oolen industries where
 is already a recession
 ements which must b'
 in rernil prices.
 bolidge pays a grea
 mon who fought an' proper caring for thos'
 w. He points out th the strong to bear tn e weak. and urges tn Aking the weak stronE of tho work of tn
 war. and declares h
 his full rights am O says ho has alway bal suffrage, and de is cominE.
 relations of our coun
 should be American d tho property of Am Il be protected where y cannot be at peac' h it has first been rt
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28
COMMUNICATED
That. Court Street Extension.

To the Editor of The Herald:
 In the closing months of a recent municipal administration there came an urgent call to relieve the con- gestion bulging the traffic of West Main street. We were assured of an absolute and pressing need. Action was decided upon. By a few rods ex- tension Court street could be opened to South High street and needed relief obtained. Property owners were sum-
 moned to appear and approve or ais approve this proposed extension. Off,
 cials in charge reported in favor of
 the project and raising funds by gen.
 eral tax. The powers that were de-
 cided the surl required should be
 provided by assessment of adjacent
 properties. Immediate payments
 were demanded and paid. The work
 necessary to extension was begun in
 mid winter and soon after abandoned, leaving the vicinity in chaotic cen dition, an eye-sore and disgrace to l our city. Citizens are informed that
 assessments paid in for this work have been used for other purroses and the city without funds to com pIete the work begun. In the mean time a proposition IS made to open up | a new street through Washington place at great expense by which to accomplish the same object. namely. | 10 relieve West Main street conGes tion. Why not first complete the work
 already begun with that end in view | on Court street and paid for? Will l if be discourteous to ask who is re- l sponsible for this condition Of things Is if good business? Can the Herald | shed light on a dark subject?
 1 INQUIRER. CEd.-The Herald realizes thst con-
 aitions are as described but it cannot
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28

CEd.-The Herald realizes that con- ditions are as described but 1t cannot give the required answer. It would ar preciate one that would clarity the situaton.)
New Britain herald., 1920-07-28

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