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The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
GEORGIA DEMOCRATS
 OPPOSE LEAGUE AT
 HEATED CONVENTION
Two Sets of Delegates Elected to National Convention, One
 Supporting Palmer

ATLANTA, Ga, May 19.-Unal- terable opposition to the League Of Nations covenant as presented by President Wilson was expressed in resolutions adopted by the Georgia State Democratic Convention here today. A platform favoring free speech, free press, local self-govern- ment and repeal of all espionage, sedition and conscription laws passed during the war, was adopted.
 Delegates elected to the Democratic National Convention at San Fra ncisco June 2S will go unpledged but under orders to vote only for candidate favorable to the princi- ples endorsed by the convention
 The faction, led by United States Senator Hoke Smith. controlled the convention 206 to 175. the latter vote representing supporters of Attor- ney General A Mitchell Palmer, Presidential aspirant Numerous bit ter personalities marked proceedings on the convention floor, several lead ing to challenges to physical com bat
 Following the convention, the Pal mer men elected another set of delegates pledged to Palmer.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
REDS NEGOTIATING
 FOR ARMENIA RULE

LONDON, May 19.-It has been learned from a usually well in formed source in Constantinople that Russian Soviet agents are endeavor- ing and with some hopes of success, to induce the Armenian bashnakist party, which is behind the civilian government, to accept the soviet s control of the foreign relations of Armenia, says dispatch to the Lon don Times from Constantinople.
 In return, the dispatch says, the soviet government has promised to grant the Armenians complete i'm ternal independence and offered them the same territorial conces- sions as the Entente powers have offered and also the necessary mili- tary assistance to enable them to realize their aspirations.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
NEW COAL SHORTAGE
 FEARED BY MINERS

WASHINGTON, May 19.-A grave crisis Involving the industrial life of the country" was declared by the National Coal Association today to have resulted from the failure Of the soft coal operators of the Unit ed States to obtain an adequate sup ply of coal cars.
 The United Mine Workers also issued a statement asserting that unless something was done immed- lately to relieve the car shortage situation the public again next win ter would find itself without coal when most needed. The statement said responsibility for the situation rests on the railroads because of their unfair discrimination in the distribution of coal cars"
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
ALASKAN COAL. TO BE USED BY
 PACIFIC FLEET Chairman of Naval Commis- sion Outlines Plans For
 Alaska Work TAKE OVER CHICKALOON Will Begin Operations on Small Scale, Increase as
 Expedient

SEATTLE, May 19.-The Navy De partment is ready to begin mining operations in the Matanuska coal fields of Alaska, declared Commander c. o. Dowlin,, chairman of the com mission which leaves here tomorrow on the steamer Alameda enroute to Anchorage and the scene of it's oper- atiOns and work "The coal we take from the mines in the Matan- uska district will be for the exclusive use of the Pacific Fleet" he said, We will start mining operations on small scale and gradually enlarge our work We expect to remain in Alaska all summer and perhaps long er."
 The scene of the commission $ activities during the present summer will probably be at the Chickaloon mines which were first opened up and are now being developed by the Alaska Engineering Commission. It is understood that the naval author ities will take over the mines iihact and immediately begin to push de- velopment work The coal that has been produced from Chickaloon has been proven to possess unsurpassed steaming qualities making it very desirable for the use of the Navy.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
"S|T DOWN." YELL
 WOMEN AT HAYS

WASHINGTON. May 19.-Hisses, cat calls and cries of Sit down. Throw him out!" greeted Will H.. Hays, chairman of the Republican National Committee, at meeting of Republican women here today when he tried to explain to- them why the Republican Legislature of Della ware adjourned yesterday without ratifying the women's national suf- frage amendment
 Hays declaration that party lead CTS do not carry state legislatures in their pockets was met with the question: "Then how can you make good your promises?"
 Two women stood and yelled ques- tions at him while he was attempt ing to talk while others of the fem mine audience hissed and cried with disapproval at the disturbance.
 Later Hays said exhibitions such as these on the part of women were responsible for much of the diff culty encountered in securing rati- fication of the suffrage amendment
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
CONFEREES AT ODDS
 OVER ARMY MEASURE

WASHINGTON, May 19. The House and Senate conferees today were at a deadlock on the army re- organization bill. Senate provisions to reorganize the military forces of the nation were not acceptable to the House conferees despite the Sen ate offer to strike out the provision for voluntary training of youths be- tween the ages of eighteen and twenty one. Under the Senate bill the National Guard would become a part of the army as Federal troops and not militia. House conferees were evenly divided on this.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
FREE CANAL TOLLS
 TO AMERICAN SHIPS
 PROPOSED BY BORAH
Idaho Senator Introduces Measure That Leaders Say Will Revive
 Anti British Feeling

WASHINGTON, May 19.-Free toll privileges would be restored to yes sells of American registry passing through the Panama Canal under a bill introduced in the Senate late yesterday by Senator William E.. Borah of Idaho. The bill was re- ferred to the committee on inter- oceanic canals without discussion.
 Leaders of both parties had pre- dicted earlier in the day that sharp controversy would result if the bill was introduced. It was claimed tha' passage of the measure would result in revival of smouldering anti-British feeling and probably would meet with a veto by President Wilson.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
HITCHCOCK IN CONTROL
 AT OMAHA CONVENTION

OMAHA, Neb.. May 19. - The Nebraska State Democratic Conven- tion opened yesterday with the reg ular organization, headed by United States Senator Gilbert M. Hitchcock. apparently in complete control. Will liam Jennings Bryan was not pres ent
 Two sets of delegates from Doug las and Lancaster counties claimed seats in the convention. Charles W. Bryan, who headed one of the Lancaster groups. announced his delegation would bolt the convention If not seated.
 Former Representatives Ashton 0. Shallenburger, presiding as tempor- ary chairman. extolled President Wilson's administration as great both in peace and war.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
UP
 IN SENATE TALK

WASHINGTON, May 19. - De- nouncing profiteering, Senator Da- vid l. Walsh, Democrat, of Massa- chusetts, delivered an impassioned speech in the Senate late yesterday in which he declared that the extor- tions of profiteers were the princi- pal cause of the present industrial unrest throughout the country and that Congress was culpably inactive in moving to relieve the situation.
 Senator Walsh cited many large dividends declared by corporations in all parts of the United States as evidence of widespread profiteering and asserted the public's outcries against the high cost of living were more than justified.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
HOUSTON AGAINST
 SOLDIERS BONUS

WASHINGTON, May 19.-Secre- tary of the Treasury David F. Hous- ton today informed the Ways and Means Committee of the House or Representative that he was opposed to a bonus for ex-service men, "how- ever financed"
 He said it would be highly un- fortunate at this time to place new: financial burdens on the United States Treasury and suggested that Congress seek additional sources of revenue.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
Latest Bulletins
 By Special Gable

HUTCHINSON, Kas., May 19.- A basic price of $3.13 per bushel will rule on the 1920 wheat crop, according to declaration by the Wheat Growers Association of the United States here today.
 WASHINGTON, May 19. - Hun gary is not expected to ratify the peace treaty before Autumn, the State Department was advised today.
 WASHINGTON, May 19.-Presi- dent Wilson signed the Army and Navy Pay Bill late today.
 SAN FRANCISCO, May 19.-The wholesale price of sugar was ad- vanced fifty cents per hundred pounds here today, bringing it to $23.75 per hundred
 CHICAGO, May 19.-The Rail- road Labor Board today refused to hear petitions presented ly the Yardmen's Association for increased wages.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
GERMANS SEEKING
 TRADE WITH CHINA

PEKING, May 19.-The German government has made advances for reestablishment of commercial and diplomatic relations with China The German government is said on good authority to have assured China that notwithstanding her refusal to sign the peace treaty, Germany is willing to recognize all clauses in the treaty according privileges to China. On the other hand, Germany indulges the hope, that China will refrain from confiscating any German property in China.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
PRINCESS SOPHIA
 TO BE RAISED FROM
 BOTTOM IN 30 DAYS
Salvage Company Reports Work of Lifting Sunken Liner Is
 Progressing Rapidly

The tug J. M. Colman. owned by the Deep Sea Salvage Company, left this morning for Bridget Cove on Lynn Canal to act as tender for the company in thAir salvage operations on the Princess Sophia.
 The Colman for the past several weeks has been undergoing repairs in Juneau and Treadwell to put her in shape for the seasons work.
 A crew of men are now at Bridget Cove putting the scow and other apparatus in readiness for the lift on the hull of the sunken steamer and officials of the company say that the vessel will be raised within thirty days.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
EX-PRESIDENT
 PERMITTED TO
 LEAVE MEXICO Gen. Carranza Granted Safe Conduct to Vera Cruz,
 Dispatch States MUST GET OUT AT ONCE Capture Believed to Have Taken Place Near Scene
 Of Fridays Battle
MUST GET OUT AT ONCE

HOUSTON, Tex, May 19.-Gen. Venustiano Carranza, deposed presi- dent of Mexico has been captured by the revolutionary forces, according to a report, as yet unconfirmed, re- ceived today by local newspaper.
 The dispatch stated Carranza was given safe conduct to Vera Cruz on the condition that he quit Mexico without delay.
 No details of the reported capture were received but it is assured that his capture, if authentic, took place in the mountainous country north of Pueblo where he was last reported to have taken refuge following the defeat of his remaining forces near Rinconada, state of Vera Cruz last Friday.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
GENTLEMEN, WE ARE LOST,
 GOODBYE" PARTING WORDS

MEXICO CITY, May Gentle men. we are lost. Good bye" were General Venustiano Carranza' part ing words to officers of his staff before taking flight from his be- sieged trains following defeat of his forces near Riconada Friday
 It was believed here that he head ed Northeast toward the coast with the intention of boarding small steamer at some obscure port and escaping from the country.
 An Inventory of the captured trains disclosed a great quantity of gold and silver bars, but little coin. One motor truck, laden with gold. broke down and most of it's con tents were appropriated by soldiers.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
REBELS CAPTURE CARRANZA, REPORT
Wo0d PaL,uey Wm Eastern Primaries
Clothing Prices
 Take Sharp Drop

CHICAGO, May 19.-A wave of price cutting by retail dealers in clothing extending from the Mississippi Valley to the Pacific Coast was reported in manufac- turing and commercial circles here today.
 Twenty-four cities reported re- auctions ranging from four per cent. to entire elimination of prof. it and, in a few cases, even be- low cost.
 From present indications the price slashing will be limited to rcady-to-wear goods, principally women's garments and silks.
 What effect. if any, the spor- adic movement throughout the United States to wear overalls and old clothes until the price of clothing was reduced, has had is uncertain.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
SALT LAKE GAINS
 25,333 IN CENSUS

WASHINGTON, May 19-The pop ulation of Salt Lake City, Utah, is 118,110, an increase of 25,333 or twenty seven percent over the popu- lation in 1910. according to figures given out by the census bureau today
 Other census returns made public today included:
 Jackson, Mich, 4S,374, increase 16,491 or 539 per cent.
 Hornell, N. r., 15,O25. increase l., ,408 or 103 per cent.
 Jackson, Tenn. 1S,S60, increase 3,081, or 19.5 per cent. Saugus, Mass, 10,874, increase 2, 827, or 35.1 per cent.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
BRITISH GOVERNMENT
 MAY BUY RAILROADS

LONDON, May 19.-The govern ment is considering an appeal made by the minister of transportation by which the state would purchase a number of the smaller railway com panies in the country and lease them to the larger companies, ac cording to the Evening Standard.
 The newspaper adds that the rail roads would be administered in four groups and that the large economies in administration and cost of running would be affected. There are now 1855 distinct railway companies, a majority of which are very small concerns.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
DELEGATES FOR M'AD00 OR cox
 FOR PRESIDENT Washington Democrats Elect Twenty-Eight Delegate To
 National Convention TITLOW COMMITTEEMAN Platform Endorses Treaty Ratification Without
 Reservations
TITLOW COMMITTEEMAN

SPOKANE, Wash, May 19.-A. R. Titlow, of Tacoma, was reelected Democratic National Committeeman from Washington by an overwhelming vote at the Democratic State Con- vention here late yesterday. William Pigott, of Seattle, was the only op- posing candidate.
 Mrs. Elizabeth Christian, of Spo. kane, was elected by exclamation to be member of the Woman's advis- ory Committee of the Democratic National Committee.
 Eight delegates at large, each with half vote, and twenty district del egates, also with half vote each, were elected to the Democratic Ma tional Convention at San Francisco June 28. The delegates at large are.
 Mrs. Ernest Lister and Richard S. Jones, of Seattle; Martin Maloney, Colfax: Emma Hussman, Seattle; Mrs. J. M Simpson, Spokane; Mau- rice A. Langhorn, Tacoma; Ed M Connor, Pacific county; and E. w INoDcl bSOi, opOhduC.
 Mrs. Todd Chairman
 Mrs. Hugh c. Todd, of Seattle was chairman of the State wom. ans organization.
 The state party organization was victorious in every show of strength with the Federal Brigade" or other insurgent clements.
 According to the correspondent of the Seattle Post Intelligencer a majority of the delegates to the National Convention favor William c. McAdoo, former Secretary of the Treasury, as first choice for Presi- dent, Gov. James M. Cox, of Ohio, as second choice and Gov Edwand I. Edwards of New Jersey, third.
 Platform Adopted
 The platform adopted by the con vention yesterday endorses the ad demands the ratifica- ton of the peace treaty without null flying reservations, opposes univer- sal military training in time of peace, endorses imposition of tax on excess war profits to raise money for sol diers' relief and favors the issuance of pamphlet devoted to govern ment publicity.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
NEBRASKA ENDORSES
 PRESIDENTS POLICY

OMAHA, Neb.. May 19. - The Democratic State convention here today passed unanimously a resolu tion endorsing the peace policy of President Wilson demanding ratifi- cation of the peace treaty without nullifying reservations. Senator Gil- bert M Hitchcock was endorsed for nomination by the Democratic Ma tional Convention for President.
 The Lancaster County delegation, headed by Charles w. Bryan, was recognized and seated by the con- tion in face of an opposing delega- tion.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
NEBRASKANS ENDORSE
 DRY LAW ENFORCEMENT

LINCOLN. Neb., May 19.-A plat form favoring strict enforcement of the National prohibition law, en- dorsing the Knox peace resolution and declaring the League of Nations covenant with the Lodge reserva- tions was acceptable only as, a last resort in the interests of an early peace. was adopted by the Nebraska State Republican convention meet ing here yesterday.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
TREASURY IS AUTHORIZED
 TO BUY LAND BANK BONDS

WASHINGTON. May 19. = The House yesterday adopted a resolu- tion authorizing tf1e Treasury De- partment to buy Federal Land Bank bonds issued against loans approved before March 1, last.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
CORN PRICES AGAIN
 SLUMP AT CHICAGO

. CHICAGO, May 19.-Corn prices closed here today on the Stock Ex change from two and one eighth to five cents a bushel lower than yes terday.
 Increased receipts and general busi- ness curtailment caused the slump
 Corn for July delivery was quoted today at $167k and for September delivery at $1.57%.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
700 OF ROBBERS
 LOOT IS RECOVERED

,. SPOKANE, Wash. May 19.-Fol- lowing alleged confession by A. B. McGirth, under arrest in Yakima, Wash. to a part in the robbery of the Great Northern Express office here last Friday, and the arrest of George H. Cole and A. H. Peterson clerk in the office, the police announced today that $6,700 of the $10.000 taken by the robbers had been recovered.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
CAMPAIGN EXPENSE
 INQUIRY APPROVED

WASHINGTON, May 19.-The Sen- ate auditing committee today ordered a favorable report on the resolution introduced by Senator William E. Borah for Senatorial investigation of campaign expenses of presidential candidafes.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
FIVE DAYS SUPPLY
 OF COAL IN CHICAGO

CHICAGO. H.. May 19.-There is in this city for distribution only five days coal supply. according to estimates made public today by the local Fuel Dealers Association. The shortage. it is stated, is due to the unprecedented congestion of freight in all sections of the country and shortage of cars for the shipment of coal from the mining districts.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
GERMAN REVOLT LEADER
 NOT WANTED BY SWISS

GENEVA, May l3.-Dr. Wolf- gang Knapp. leader of the recent re- volt in Berlin, has been refused per- mission by the Swiss government to- reside in Switzerland. Kapp re- cent wrote from Sweden seeking the approval of the Swiss government to his taking up residence here.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
MICHIGAN DELEGATES
 ARE NOT INSTRUCTED

GRAND KAPIDS, MICH, May 1y. to the Democratic State Convention, which is about to open here, were named today and go in- to convention uninstructed. accord ing to official statements made to- day. The delegates were chosen at district caucuses held prior to the opening of the convention.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
MOVES TO FREE
 VILLAS CAPTIVE

FL PASO, Tex, May 19.-Gen. P. Elias Gales, Provisional Minister of War of Mexico today summoned General Francisco Villa, bandit chief to appear at Chihuahua City and explain his reported action in holding an American official of the Alvarado Mining Company for ran som. at Boauillas.- srs-.- .e-..-s.7r 7r. s-s,
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
VALDEZ COURTS RULING
 IN SC0W CASE UPHELD

SAN FRANCISCO. May 19.-The United States Circuit Court of Ap- peals upheld the judgment of the Federal District Court at Valdez. Alaska. giving Charles R. Crawford possession of scow valued at $500,
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
POLICE CHIEF AT
 SEATTLE REMOVED

SEATTLE, May 19.-Capt. William Soaring, for 20 years member of the Seattle Police Department, was ap- pointed Chief of Police today as a culmination of three weeks of strain ed relations between Mayor Hugh M Caldwell and Police Chief Joel F. Warren.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
STATE CROWD CONTROL
 REPUBLICAN, PRIMARY

PHILADELPHIA, Pa, May I5.- Returns from yesterdays Statewide Presidential primaries show that the State Republican organization is in full control of the State.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
HUNT CONFIRMED AS
 MINISTER TO SIAM

WASHINGTON. May 19.-President Wilson's nomination of George W.. Hunt, former Governor of Arizona. to be American Minister to Siam, was confirmed by the Senate late yes terday.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
LIBERTY BONDS DROP

NEW YORK, May 19-Liberty Bonds reached the lowest price yet recorded today on the Stock Market. Extensive selling was responsible for the low level
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19
HOOVER RUNNING NECK AND NECK
 WITH JOHNSON
Gen. Wood Ahead in Yer mont Race With Western
 CTS Tied For Second
PALMER MEN CLAIM PENN.
Say Democratic Delegation Will Vote Solidly For
 Attorney General

MONTPELIER, Vt, May 19.- Returns received today in the Yer mont Presidential primaries. held yesterday, indicate that General Leonard A. Wood has won sweep ing victory throughout the entire State for the Republican nomina- tion. His campaign managers claim that he has polled 70 per cent. of the entire vote cast.
 The outcome for second place is still in doubt Managers for both Herbert c. Hoover and Hiram w. Johnson claim second choice. An of ficial count may be necessary to de- termine which is winner, so close is the race.
The Alaska daily empire., 1920-05-19

PHILADELPHIA, Pa, May 19.- With unofficial returns from yes terday's statewide Presidential pri- maries practically complete, cam paign leaders representing A. Mitch- ell. Palmer this morning claim q sweeping victory for their candidate It Is declared that MT. Palmer will be first choice of all Democratic delegates-at-large and probably all district delegates.
The Cordele dispatch., 1920-02-12

ica there have been few more deplor-
able events than the recent occur
renee at Lexington, KY
Lynch law, foiled this time in it's
g apple with constituted authority,
has nevertheless taken once more
its inevitable t@ll of blood, hate, and
disorder.
There can be no excuse for lynch
law-eyer!
And especially in this instance
was there none, for even as the riot
progressed, lawfully constituted
jury was finding the prisoner guilty
'of his heinous offense, and the law
was sentencing him to death. In due
time and the greater the number ,f
days before execution, simply the
longer the agony of gruesome Jantici-
patton for the accused-the child
murderer would have paid the penal
ty. The mob would have gained moth
ing from a successful attempt to
thwart the law of the land save the
satisfaction Of it basest and most de
spicable passions of lbrutality-not
even greater vengeance!
Even were lynching the deterrent
which only the misguided hold it to
be, it would still be eternally mex
cusable. 1t is the faulest and most
certain means of destroying respect
for the majesty of the law. 1t is the
sort OF treason which undermines