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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
BONUS BILL SHELVED
(Monticello Express)

Any legislation in the present ses-
sion OF congress for the benefit of the
soldiers bonus issue is dead. This
fact became known when Secretary
of the Treasury, Mellon, addressed
letter to the senate recently, arguing
against the passageaof the bonus bill.
It is generally understood that before
Secretary Mellon sent the letter, he
conferred and had the approval of
President Harding on the matter The
secretary urges that this bill would
effect too great strain upon the ma
TONS financial resources, and also add
great difficulties to the present COM
mercial situation in this country The
bonus bill is not killed permanently,
but simply delayed until such time
when the country is in proper shape
to handle the immense amount of mon
ey required for the payment of the
adjusted compensation to the soldiers
and sailors who saw service in the
recent war. A number of the con-
servative executives of the American
Legion do not favor the passage of this
bonus bill. However, among the rank
and file of the members Of the Legion,
it is urged enthusiastically that such
a bill be passed. The Harding admin
istration is in favor of it and the
president himself has assured the lead
ers of the American Legion mot to
worry about the bonus" 1t is fore
gone conclusion that it will cost the
government in the neighborhood of
$3,000,000,000 at least, to care for this
adjusted compensation. There are as
many as fifteen different plans now be-
fore congress to solve the problem of
raising the money. Some have even
gone SO far as to take up the question
of disarmament; urging that by dis
pensing with the plans for larger
navy, the money which would have
gone for such a purpose could be used
in paying the adjusted compensation to
the ex-members of the army and navy.
Suffice it to say, however, that the
matter is not dead, and will be taken
care of when the proper time comes.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
AN EVIDENCE OF THE EARNEST
DESIRE OF BOTH PEOPLES
FOR PEACE


The following is an extract from
the report of the London conference
between Lloyd George and Devalera:
That the prayers of both peoples
for the success of the conference were
fervent was shown by Irish men and
women kneeling in Downing Street,
while the Archbishop of Canterbury,
presiding at meeting in the Ma
tional Assembly of the English church,
reminded the assembly that the con-
ference was meeting and invited all
present to stand in silent prayer.
May the Spirits of justice and tole.-
ance and humanity pilot the confer
ence into the haven of lasting and hon
orabie peace
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
JAPAN WARY OF DISARMAMENT
CONFERENCE.

1t is generally recognized that this
country and Japan are now engaged
in building against each other in arm
aments. Tie coming conference on
the limitation of ornaments chiefly
concerns the United States and Japan,
so far as that subject is concerned.
How much are we concerned as to
whether or not China agrees not to
build navy, or whether Italy or even
France agrees to a limited building
program? They could not build to any
considerable extent if they wanted to.
They have been invited to the confer
ence mainly for other reasons. This
country and Japan are the two nations
that are vitality interested in whatever
agreement is reached on the subject of
disarmament They are to furnish the
next great war, it is freely predicted,
unless something is done to prevent
it. Il
1t would appear to be very hopeful
sign as we'll as a sincere move to avoid
war that one of the two vitality inter
ested nations should now propose a.
conference to discuss the limitation
Of ornaments. 1t is, on the other hand,
to observe the hesita-
ton and wariness of Japan's half ac-
ceptance of this country's invitation
to the conference. In the light of re-
cent history, however, can anyone
blame Japan for inquiring what kind
Of game she is invited to and what
stakes are to be played for.
She does not forget how recently the
United States duped the world and
turned down treaty agreed to after
months Of painstaking negotiations
The only nation, in fact, out of about
fifty to repudiate it. We should not
accuse Japan for being insincere She
mas good reason to be wary in her
iealing with our two headed treaty
making power.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
IOWA'S PART In NEAR EAST RE.
RELIEF.

The people of Iowa have contributed
nearly $500, 100000 during the year end
ing June both, 1921, to the work of
Near East Relief, according to the re-
port just issued from the State Office,
521 Securities Building, Des Moines.
Iowa. The above amount represents
nearly 100000 in cash and pledges,
$65,000 worth of corn food products
which resulted from the corn contrib
uted by the Iowa farmers. These corn
food products, corn flour and hominy
grits, were shipped to Constantinople
by S. S. Datchett from New Orleans.
About $4,000 worth of old clothing
was received through the Bundle
Days" put on all over the state by the
local chapters of w. r. c. and other
civic and patriotic organizations. This
clothing will reach the Near East in
time for distribution in the fall
The work will have to be continued
situation. The withdrawal Of the
French troops from Cilicia, leaves the
native Christian population at the
mercy of the Turk
The work in the Iowa State Office
will be under direction of Carl A.
Montanus, who has been appointed by
the National Committee as the sue
cessor to DR.. j. E. Kirbye. He has
been engaged in field work for this
organization for two years and has
addressed many audiences all over
Iowa Before that time he was pastor
of the Presbyterian Church at Perry,
Iowa.
The State Treasurer is Mr.. George
e. Peersall, Vice President of the
Iowa National Bank, Des Moines. All
the work done by this organization is
carried on in a most businesslike, eco
nomical and efficient way. The books
both in the National office in New
York and the State Office in Des
Moines are open to inspection and are
periodically audited by Public Ac-
countants.
1900 orphans are being cared for
in orphanages under direction of COM
petent American workers. Thousands
of sick have passed through the hos
pitfalls and clinics conducted by Amer
lean doctors and nurses. At least 3d.
600 Christian girls have been rescued
from shame and degradation in Turk
ish harems and are being employed in
industries where they can forget their
humiliation in useful work. In addi-
ton thousands of refugees are being
fed at the soup kitchens and through
the bread line.
We can be truly grateful that Iowa
can have share in the saving OF
people who would have utterly per-
ished if it had not been for the great
generous heart OF America.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
AUTO RACES AT FAIR AUGUST 30.

The Duesenberg that Ray Lampkin
is driving on the dirt paths this year,
appears to be just as fast as when it
was handled by Tommy Milton on the
speedways in 1920. The car was
sufficiently fast for Milton to grab
off three of the biggest speedway
races of the year and under Lamp
kin's care, it has already turned in
several important victories.
Lampkin's biggest victory of the
summer was at Toledo, June rs, when
he carried away the honors in the
Mason Trophy Race on the Fort Miami
speedway. The European star en-
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 1921
THE RAIN LAST MONDAY.

Last Monday it rained in this county
and in the greater part of Iowa for
fully two hours. Doubtless at some
time in the history Of the state more
beneficial rain may have fallen, but
doubtless the oldest resident can not
recall more valuable rain fall. 1t
is safe to say that it was worth mill
lions to the farmers of Iowa 1t prac-
tically assures bumper corn crop,
and was of great benefit to the po-
tato crop and to pastures.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20

on at the convention, will be the es-
Establishment of correspondence school
for ex-service men, with headquarters
in New Haven, Conn, the home of the
order
Plans to make American histories
propaganda proof also will be dis
cussed. The knights will undertake
the publication of correct United
States history, at an expense of $1,000
900, the money for which will be
raised by private subscription. Over
100 educational authorities throughout
the country have pledged their support
to the project.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN WORSE

(From the Ohio State Journal)
Somehow we feel more than usually
comfortable over the general situation
when we see by the paper that our
great President has been holding a
long conference with Secretary Hughes
instead of with some others whom we
might name, but as loyal and un-
deviating Republican. won't.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20

1t is a generally admitted fact that
the laboring masses of Russia are in
comparably worse off at the present
time than they ever were under the
rule of the czars. According to re-
cent reports upwardsfof 2O,OOO,OOO of
people in that unhappy country are
on the verge of starvation.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
RYAN

Miss Irene Nash, Mrs. l. V. Ware
and Miss Margaret Ward were recent
visitors in Coggon.
DR.. and Mrs. O'Brien were in Du-
buque Friday.
r. M. Merriam was a business caller
in Waterloo lastsweek.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20

Sinclair Lewis made great hit
when he wrote "Main Street." a book
that is now being read by more people
than any other novel in the country.
1t has been described as mirror in
which very many people can see them
selves.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20
SELLING the Goods.

Commercial Traveler-"My love for
you. my dear Louisa, exceeds any.
thing that can he offered in that par
ticular line l'-Strix. Stockholm.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1921-07-20

of news, and that the responses OF the
invited nations will be of character
to herald it as such admits of no ques-.
ton.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
GIGANTIC SPECTACLE.

With cast of more than 10000 ac-
tors, an amphtheater covering acres
of ground, range of mountains as
back ground and a program extending
over a period of three days, one of the
most gigantic spectacles ever present
ed on the Pacific Coast will be staged
at Burbank, near Los Angeles, July 2,
3 and 4, under the auspices of the Bur-
bank Memorial association.
1t is estimated that upwards of $780,
600 persons will view the various
events that have been planned for the
three days. Many patriotic organiZa-
tions are sponsoring the undertaking,
which will be the first step toward the
establishment of fund with which to
build a memorial hall for the Ameri-
can Legion. Red Cross, Veterans of
All Wars, the Boys Scouts, and to
serve as a National Guard armory.
To provide housing accommodations
for the thousands of persons who will
remain in Burbank during the three
days of the celebration a tent city will
be put up. Reservations have already
been made by San Diego, San Bernar-
dino, Santa Barbara and the Imperial
Valley
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
ADJUSTMENTS
POWERFUL MESSAGE.

A picture that makes you think;
that grips your attention from the
first reel and holds it without break
till the final fade-out--that is "The
Witching Hour" new Paramount
picture. which will be shown at the
Palace Airdome tomorrow night. 1t
is a smooth, even vehicle that puts
over powerfully the message that
thoughts are actual forces. Elliott
Dexter as Jack Brookfield" give an
impersonation quite different from
that of John Mason, who created the
role on the stage, but one equally i'm
pressive. The rest of the cast is eX-
cellent and supports Mr.. Dexter splen-
didly in the difficult action of the
drama.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
CORONADO EXCURSION.

c. n Harmed and +. j. Punch, trav-
cling passenger agents for the San
Diego < Arizona railway are in the
valley fer few days boosting the spe-
cial Fourth of July excursion to San
Diego and Coronado Tent City. As
the Fourth comes on Monday this
year, a special train will leave Calex-
leo at l p. m. and FL Centre at 1870
p. NJ. of Saturday, July End with Is
day stop over tickets available that
are good on any of the regular re-
turning trains leaving San Diego at
10 4. NJ. and 1890 p, m. daily. This
will permit of leaving the valley Sat
urday noon and returning leaving San
Diego at 1920 p. m. Tan extra Pull
man will be attached to this train
Monday the Fourth, arriving back in
the valley in time for business on
Tuesday, a splendid little holiday trip
TO the cool ocean breeZeS.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
MARRIAGE LICENSES.

Marriage licenses have been grantee
to the following couples: Virgil f.
Quincy, "a, and Alpha E. Hasha, 10
both of Ell Centre; Charles f. Dibbs,
%, of San Diego, and Georgia f.
Sallee, II, of Calipatria; Carl c. Raw-
kinson, 26, of Brawley, and Opal {.
Brooks, 16, of CaleXico; Goodridge X.
Simmons, 50, of Los Angeles, and
Ruby E. Kuns. 10, of Holtville; Otto
V. Vierdiclk, 80, of FL Centre, and
Ruth L. Rich, "a Of Los Angeles; Roy
H. Hunt, 81, of Imperial, and Mary
Moore, 10, of Los Angeles.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18

The latest development in CONNER
cial aviation is the transporting of
fresh fruit by airplane. a Scottish
peer recently demonstrated the posi-
bility of the flying fruit express by
delivering fresh strawberries picked
in his Kent gardens to President Mil
lcrand's chef in Paris.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
MadduX.

WASHINGTON, June 1S.-A tenta-
tive program designed to alleviate the
present agricultural depression will be
considered at a conference today by
delegates from leading agricultural
colleges with a committee appointed
by Secretary Wallace from the depart
ment of agriculture.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
FAVOR JEFF FOR
REFEREE OF FIGHT

ATLANTIC CITY, n. J.. June 49,
Robert Edgren, the stakeholder and
Tex Richard, the promoter, after dis
cussing all of the names mentioned for
referee of the Dempsey Carpenter
championship battle, announce that
they are in favor of James J. Jeffries,
former world champion, for the posi-
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
FIGHTING THE FIGHT.

CINCINNATI, June 1S.-Dr. Will
bur Crafts of Washington, the found
er and head of the international Re-
form Bureau, has forwarded from
here a petition to Secretary of State
Hughes requesting him to stop the
Dempsey Carpenter fight. The petit
ton is in behalf of the Life and
Thought club, an organization of bust
ness men of Nebraska.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
Union CHURCH SERVICE.

Union church services viii be held
in the city park at 7:45 O'Clock tomor-
row evening with all the protestant
churches of Ell Centre participating.
Rev. Mr.. <,amel Of the Methodist
church will preach, and special song
service will be conducted by Z. II.
MadduX
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
BOStOnian
Shoes $500
Formerly Selling at $3.50

THE BEST Bostonian Shoes made are
here for $500 pair Exceptionally fine
quality Of Russian Calf, soft and pliable,
in a narrow smart last that really fits the
foot. The same comfortable dressy last in
kid sells at $1,000.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
NOTICE.

Imperial Irrigation District General
fund registered warrants are payable
down to and including registered num-
Der 22139.
R. H. MADDUX, Treasurer,
Imperial Irrigation District.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
SPOR rs
YESTERDAYS RESULTS.

Coast League.
Vernon. :: Salt Lake, 4.
Los Angeles, 4; Portland, 3.
San Francisco, 5; Seattle, 0.
Oakland, 9; Sacramento, A.
National League.
Brooklyn, s: Pittsburgh, 3.
Boston. 10; St. Louis, 0.
Cincinnati, II; Philadelphia, 3.
Chicago, IL; New York, 10.
American League.
Washington, ); St. Louis, 4.
Boston, Sc: Detroit, A.
Chicago-Ncw York, rain.
Observation-Disclosures, wet park.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
Sale of $3.50 Belts at $50

ANTICIPATING the summer need of
belts, we have reduced the price Of our $3.50
belts to $3.50 They are in blacks, browns
or light colors. All leather Separate buckle
models, if desired.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
Pongee $685.
Shirts of Heavy SILK

SOFT COLLAR attached or golf style
Tailored from smoothly woven pongee.
Double silk sewn throughout. $3.50.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18

The Press is pleased at all times to
print announcements of club meetings,
and other social and civic matters of
general interest. We respectfully re-
quest that such notices be written out
on one side of the paper only, and sent
to this office before noon on the day
of publication.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18

Want a good timec Then dance Al
Seeley tonight.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
Don't forget! Best music and floor
at Seeley dance tonight.

Best on earth. Best for you.
CHIROPRACTIC, 491 Broadway.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18

Elmer A. Todd's music studios ar
at ga Olive street. Phone 466-W T.
Adv.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18

To commemorate the termination of
the war, the coinage of peace" dol
lars of an appropriate design is pro
posed in a bill recently introduced in
the house.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
|N2os MoI27hMu

The Imperial Gypsum company will
shortly begin the construction of a
spur track to connect the mine near
Westmorland with the Southern Pa
cfc.
DR.. Amy Lyons, osteopathic physi-
clan. Phone 145-W, Dunaway Bldg.
Besides putting on first class fight
card at the Owl Arena in MeXicali to-
morrow, Manager Stevens will hold a
bull fight at the Plaza de Torres, Tor
the benefit of the suffering poor Of
that city.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
p Crash Wash Pants S2.45

SHOULD YOU PREFER cotton pants
for summer wear, our crash pants will sure
" please. Easy TO wash. Plain ecru color
or striped S2.45 pair.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18

The business men of Heber are to
meet Monday evening for the purpose
of organizing chamber of commerce.
Attorney P. J. Cooney has been Sc
lected general counsel for Water Com
pany No. g.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
White Serge Pants S8.45

BUT to be really dressed up, wear pair
of our white serges, either plain or striped
The price is surprisingly low, too, only S8.43
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
SATISFACTION HOSE
Csc

MEN who prefer a fine, light weight cot
ton hose choose Satisfaction" and come
again for more. If they don't please you
in any way, your money back. The colOrs
you like at 25c pair.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
Soft COIlmed
Soisettes $3.50

GENUINE "Out West" soisettes, in tan
or white, have double silk scwed seams and
twin pockets Easy wearing, cool and com
Portable. $3.50.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18
Shirt
Specials
All sizes in Madras and
FIBER SILK SHIRTS
At 1926

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS. Here's
W chance to get some shirts, GOOD
SHIRTS, at very low price. We have
too many of these Madras and Fiber Silks,
so they sell for 1895. In any size there is a
big variety Of patterns. Get yours today.
Imperial Valley press. (El Centro, Calif.) 1907-current, 1921-06-18

THE SECRET of the unusual wear every
man gets from interviewer hose is really no
secret at all. The socks are really toe-free
This eliminates the binding feeling so fire.
quent in other hose. All colors. Silk 75c,
Lisle are 40c.
The Butler weekly times and the Bates County record. (Butler, Mo.) 1918-1950, 1921-07-28
As passed the bill was said by SEN
ate leaders to resemble closely the
Ralph road bill, which has been
passed by the senate.

Jefferson City, July 26-The sen
ate today adopted new plan of ap-
portioning the 20 million dollar road
fund as a compromise between the
Ralph bill provision and the house
apportionment plan.
An amendment introduced by Sem
ator Bowker of Vernon County and
adopted by the senate provides min
imun OF $2oOOoo to each county, but
guarantees each county one road be-
fore second road is built in any
county. The entire .apportionment
section of the house bill, providing a
minimum of $4,000 a mile for two
cross-county roads in each county,
was killed.
The Bowker amendment was
adopted by a vote of "a to 3.
The senatc's new apportionment
plan reads:
1.-THE state highway commission
may contract for the grading, bridg-
ing and culverting of any part of the
established system of highways sep
arately and apart from the surfacing
thereof. Each county in the state is
guaranteed a minimum of $7oo, 600
out of the proceeds of the bond issue
to be expended upon the roads in
such county. Construction shall be-
gin in at least twenty counties in the
state and more if practicable. Said
commission shall not contract for
more than one road in any county
until one road has been constructed
in every county in the state, except
where it is necessary to construct a
second road to make a connected
system with the roads constructed in
an adjoining county or counties"