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Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
MRS. sTILLMAN TO OPEN
 HER COUNTER ATTACK

Poughkeepsie, N. Y, July 12.-Coun- sel for Mrs. Anne U. Stillman will open her counter attack upon James A. Still man, wealthy New York banker, when hearings are resumed here tomorrow in the divorce case which he instituted.
 The plaintiff will rest his case tomor- row.
 Witnesses will be called by the de- fense whose recriminations charge Mr. Stillman with misconduct with three wo- men-Florence H. Leeds, former Broad way show girl. and two others, identi- fled only as Helen" and Clara"
 At the start of the counter attack the defense, it was indicated tonight, will seek to bring out that the banker while In company of Mrs. Leeds assumed the name of Franklyn H. Leeds, and that he applied for an automobile operator s license in New York state under that name
 There probably will be arguments over the admlssibility of questions previously asked MT. Stillman on redirect exami- nation, it was forecasted tonight These questions overruled when the defense ob- jected, sought to show that MT. Stillman expressed willingness for Mrs Stillman to bring the divorce action, and took the i first step himself, only after learnine | that as a defendant he would not be able to test the legitimacy of Guy Stillman | Should the plaintiff succeed in obtain. | ing aS reversal of the decision which | barred the interrogations it is consid. cred not unlikely that Mir Stillman will be recalled to the stand before the cast has been concluded,
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
American Express Co
 To Reduce Wage
Cut of Six Cents an Hou. ginning August First Ordef- ed by Railroad Labor Board Over 70,OOO Employees Affected.

Chicago, July 12.-The railroad labor board today ordered wages of employees of the American Railway Express com pany reduced six cents an hour begin ming Aug. 1,
 No reduction of express rates is con- templated at this time as a result of the wage cut, express company officials said. It is estimated that approximately SS,- ,000 will be sliced off the annual labor bill of the company by the reduction. The company employs between 70,000and ,000 workers.
 In it's petition to the labor board sev- eral weeks ago, the company asked res toration of the rates of pay in effect prior to the boards S30 000,0 ,000 wage award to express employees on Aug. 10, 1920. A uniform increase in rates of Is cents an hour was granted by that decision To- days ruling takes away less than half of the 1920 award.
 The American Railway Express com pany is a consolidation of seven large companies which were brought together under the federal railroad administration during the war. The director-general o1 railroads granted the expressmen an in. crease of s25 a month in April, 1919, the increase being retroactive to an. 1, 1919 Hours of servire and overtime rules re suited in increSsed compensation to tht emp.oyes in September, 1913. A year later the labor board granted it's Is cen increase, retroactive to May 1, 1920
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13

and Brigadier General Sawyer. the pres ident's personal physician. On the sen ate floor were virtually all senators in the city, scores of house members, includ- ing Representative Mondell, republican floor leader, and Attorney General Daugherty, Postmaster General Hays and Secretary Davis.
 Immediately upon the pres dents oe- parture, Senator Penrose offered the le- publican motion for -ecrin.1it.ai of the bill with a promise oi further carefrl consideration" Democrats rose at once in opposition. Senator Robinson, demo- crat, Arkansas, declared the motion meant "obsequies" for the bill. It would become dead for some years" he pre- dicted, declaring the recommittal motion was a shield" for senators pledged pre- yiously to support the measure.
 Another opponent of the Penrose mo- ton, Senator Jones, democrat, New Mex ico speaking for two hours, declared the presidents action unprecedented. Nc other executive, he said, had ever ap- peared before congress to oppose legisla- tion but only to advocate it.
 Defense of the president was made by Senator King, democrat, Utah, an oppo- nent of the bonus measure. who said tht executives course was proper and cour, ageous."
 Urging delay in the vote on recommit tai until tomorrow, Senator Robinson threatened an immediate motion to ad journ which the republicans prepared tt resist, but protracted democratic debat, took up the remainder of time until ad journment.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
GERMAN SUB. OFFICERS
 ON TRIAL FOR MURDER

Leipzig. Germany, July 12 (By the A. P0.-Two German submarine neuten- ants, Ludwig Dittmar and Joahnn Boldt' were placed on trial here today in the supreme court, charged with murder in the first degree for firing on lifeboats after the torpedoing of the Canadian hos pitaI ship Landovery Castle in the sum mer of 1918.
 Thirteen British and fifty-two German witnesses, including Admiral Won Trotha. former chief of the German admiralty will appear The British commission which is watching the trial is headed by Sir Ernest Pollock.
 Asked what was his 9uswer to the charge, Dittmar sullenly refused to make reply, finally saying he had pledged his word to Commander Patsig never to speak about the case. Lieutenant Boldt,
 who pleaded not guilty, added he was obliged to obey the commander, whose word was law" referring to the torpedo ing of the vessel, but he was silent re-
 garding the charges of firing on the life i boats.
 Second Officer Chapman of the Llan- dovery Castle gave an impressive ac-
 count of the sinking of the hospital shiI
 and the subsequent conduct of the sub-
 marine.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
HAwKER's LOSS MoURNED
 BY AMERICAN AIRMEN

New York, July 1.-American airmen tonight mourned the loss of Harry G. HaWker, the man of steel nerves whose oarlng won worldwide tribute in 1919 when, with his navigator, Lieut.. lCom- nander Mackenzie Brieve. the Brtisher hopped off from Newfoundland for Ire land in his fral little airplane
 It was the spring that Newfoundla nd was dotted with flying camps in which British and Americans were fighting, for the honor of being first to fly across the Atlantic; the spring that the United StateS navy sent the NC-4 victoriously across, and that Captain Sir John Alcock. another Britisher, later succeeded in the attempt in '"hich Hawker failed so glori- ously.
 Shortly after the American flying squadron had taken the air from Ire passey on May 1e, Hawker hoped of two days later from St. Johns, seeking to capture the prize offered by the Lon. don Daily Mail for the first aviator tc soar across the ocean. Against him wa. competing Captain F. P. Raynham. whc also had his airdrome at St. Johns. Rayn. ham hopped off the same day. but soon crashed to earth, wrecking his Martin syde.
 | Hawker got away to a good start afteI waiting six weeks for favorable weath CT and reached mid-ocean before he wa! forced down on May Is by refuse block ing the water filter to- the feed pipe from the radiator.
 After riding the waves for only si minutes, Hswker and his companion wer picked up $50 miles off the Irish coas by the little Danish steamer Mary. Bu for six days the world waited in suspens | for the vessel had no wireless and coul, not flash word of tbe rescue she hat 1 made.
 When Hawker reached England he re ceived a reception as hearty as it wa long and decoration from Kim George.
 For though Hawker had failed he ha attempted a feat which stirred not onl his countrymen. but the whole world Joining in the applause were the galan American airmen who successfully ha flown in seaplanes from Rockaway, \ T., to Plymouth, England, stopping 2 Halifax. eTrepasse, the Azores and Li; bon.
 Hawker first began to come into prom thence as a fier in 1912 when he wo the British Michelin prize by a high of eight hours and 23 minutes.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
ANOTHER SKIPPER REPORTS
 SIGHTING MYSTERY SHIP

Boston. July 1.-The sighting of an unidentified steamship wi-hoEt running lights which approached his vessel off the New Jersey coast, was reported here toeay by Captain Herbert H. Wallace of the shipping board steamer CTaiSrownie. Adding his story to those of other skip oers who have seen mysterious ships hy n.ght in recent weeks, he sad the incl dent occurred early on the morning Of July 3, when he was about 15 mines east of the Northeast End light vessel off the New Jersey coast. A steamer of about $500 tons appeared off his s.arboard bow ard completely circled the Cca;srownie. he said. Only two lights were v'sible. one on the main deck forwa.-d of the plot house and the other abrca9. of tha en=:ne. room.
 After circling his vessel, Captain Wal lace added the stranger slowed down s1d stopped while the Craigrown:e con- tinued without interference.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
IRISH LEADER AND
 COLLEAGUES IN LONDON


 Londons. July F. (By the A. P.)- Eamonn De Valera, the Irish republican leader. and his colleagues are now in L-ndon for the purpose of discussing with the British government the troublous Irish situation. According to present ar raugements MT. De Valera will meet the prime minister in the famous cabinet room m Downing street at Il o'clock Thursday morning.
 1t is believed that Sir Hamar Green wood, chief secretary for Ireland, A. J. BalG0ur. lord president of the council Lord Birkenhead. lord nigh chancellor and possibly General Smuts the South African premier. will be at hand to join in the conference. Sir James, Craig the Ulster premier, is at present in Belfast but will return to London Wednesday and will be also available if his presence is needed.
 Mr. De Valera and his party received a boisterous welcome on their arrival iH London this evening. They were offer ed government hospitality during the stay. but elected to preserve their inde- pendenCe and accept the good offices oi their own friends. The members of the Irish party are located in a hotel only a None's throw from Buckingham palace.
 In a message issued to the Englis- people, Mir De Valera says
 There is no reason why the people oi these two islands should continue at en- mity. IL is simply a question of recog- sizing justice as a necessary foundation Tor peace"
 Mr. De Valera presided at private meeting of his friends tonight to discuss plans. but 1t is believed that thus fal nog1ing very definite has been decided upon by either side regarding procedure.
 In Ireland the truce has been observed faithfully not a single untoward incident being reported during the 24 hours iron .he beginning of the truce, except iron Belfast
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
DELEGATES MAY ASSEMBLE
 ON ARMIsTICE DAY

Washington, July 12-President Hard lng's proposal for an international con- terence on disarmament and related sub- )ects has been received with SO many expressions of approval abroad that of- hctals here already are beginning 10 turn their thoughts to details of the meeting and of its work. Although the first definite acceptance. that of France. did not reach the state department until to- day, it was learned that all but one of the powers invited to the conference had given formal assurances Of co-operation in the presidets ulan. Officials wouia not disclose which nation had not re- sDonded, but press despatches from abroad have indicated the missing reply was that of Japan.
 The expectation here is that preliu.in. ary negotiations would be completed by 1 the late fall, and armitice day Noyem- Der Il, has been suggested as 8 possi- ble date for the assembling of the dele gates here. This feature of the plan. it was explained, will of course be sub | ject to change as developments may die tate but 1t is accepted as virtually cer- tain that the meeting place selected will be the American capitol
 In their consideration of the subjects | to be discussed at the conference. oni- cials are dealing only with such specific | subjects as disarmament and the P1ci- fc situation but they are keeping in mind that in the end the conversations may offer an opportunity for the preaching of the association of nations plan which has been suggested by MT. Harding from time to time. In highest administration guar ters it was said today that although tho meeting had been called for other pur poses 1t would not seem unnatural tha such an association might be discussed | in the general search for ways and l means to make the peace of the world SC cure.
 The process of completing the peac status with Germany and Austria will g forward without reference tothe pre- posed disarmament conference. 1t was in dicated This. it is expected will in clude the issuance of a proclamation O peace, in connection with the recen signing of the resolu f'n declaring tn
 technically state of war at an end.
 The issuance of the peace proclamation
 is being delayed pending an investiga
 ton into its effect upon certain war tim laws, and Attorney General Daughert indicated today this might require a wee
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
FIVE BUILDINGS BLOWN
 UP AT BEAYERDALI

Johnstown, Pa, July 12-Five build ings were blown uD and a number of for eign residents driven from their homes in Beaverdale a mining town eight miles from here last night, according to re- ports reaching the Cambria county au- thorities today. Seven state policemen sent to the town restored order. but the situation was said to be so tense that endorsements had been ordered from Greensbasrg.
 According to the stories from Beaver dale American residents became incensed at what they termed repeated blackhand outrages and determined to rid the town of the suspected offenders. This senti- ment crystallized last night when parties of armed men appeared in the streets, and. dividing into five groups, are said 10 have dynamited the places occupied by the men. The loss was estimated at S25, ,00O. Other foreigners, frightened at the turn of affairs. also fled, while many American women and children tempora- rily left town.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
HOUSE DEBATES TARIFF
 AT NIGHT SESSION

Washington, July 12.-After putting through rule calling for a final vote on the tariff bill on July 21 and limiting amendments from the floor to hides, oil, cotton, asphalt and dyes, the house helu it's first night session tonight in order to accommodate the multitude of mem bers eager to discuss it.
 The rule was auopted 222 to 100, by almost d straight party vote, five repub- licans from Wisconsin opposing 1t, and three democrats from Louisiana voting for it's adoption. Republican leaders oL the face Of the vote declared the blll would be passed by substantially the same majority.
 Democrats made sharp attack against the rule declaring by it the house would surrender it's powers to the ways and means committee. Representative Gar rett of Tennessee, acting democratic leader, and Representative Borke Coch- ran of New York, took charge of tle fight. the latter asserting that by the gag rule method of legislation" the house had sunk into condition almosi 1 beneath contempt" and that it no longer was regarded by the country as serious legislative body.
 Republicans on the other hand, con. tended that the rule was the most lib eral and broadest Of any ever brought ir for a special purpose.
 l There was discussion among member! during the day of a letter understood to deal with the proposed duties on oi which the president sent to Chairman Fordney. MT Fordney admitted ne haC lately received a personal letter" iron the president, but declined to diseuss 1 or reveal it's purport. It was reported however that MT. Harding expressed tn hope that if the house saw fit to place duty on oil, proviso would be attached similar to that on certain kinds Of Ium Der which would permit reciproca agreements to be negotiated by the execu tive.
 Representative Longworth of Ohio headed the republican speakers and talk ed today for nearly three hours on fou phases of the bill dye control America valuation wool and the bargaining claus es. His statements frequently brough fire from the democratic side.
 MT. Longworth defended the entir bill, but concentrated on an explanatio of the woolen. American valuation, dy control and bargaining clauses whic
 have been objected to by democrats i nearly every speech thus far
 At tonight's session, the first of man such planned until general debate is con cluded, Representative Blanton democra
 Texas charged that the bill was write
 by representatives east of the Missis sippi and north of the Ohio" It wa drawn he added by eight members the ways and means committee the otne republican members merely voting.
 The members who the Texas sai, guided the framing the bill were: Fore : ney, Michigan; Copley, Ills.,; Lone worth, Ohio Watson, Pennsylvania Mott and Houston, New York Treadwa,
 Massachusetts and Tilson of Connection
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
PRES. HARDING SIGNS
 NAVAL APPROPRIATION

Washington, July 12. - The annual naval appropriation bill was signed late today by President Harding.
 The bill carries approximately four hundred and ten million dollars and it's signing ended the technical lapse of navy funds which had existed since July 1, when the fiscal year began. Under the resolution which accompanied the bill to the White House the appropriations were made retroactive to July to cover up any technical deficits because of the lapse
 Enactment of the bill was agreed up- on after the senate had abandoned its fight for amendments authorizing the con- struction of new airplane carriers and Pacific coast naval stations. As finally accepted it carries the Borah amend ment, "authorizing and requesting the president to call a three-power naval dis armament conference.
 The bill represents 3 decrease of about eighty-six million dollars in the orig inal senate figures and an increase ot about fourteen million over those first advocated by the house.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13

Washington. July 12-Pledges of a wide ma jority of votes to lay aside the soldier bonus bill were claimed by re- publican leaders and conceded by oppo- uents after President Harding in an ad- dress to the senate today had made for maj request for temporary postponement Of consideration of the measure In making his request the president called attention to the condition of the treas ury, saying that enactment of the legis- lation al this time would greatly inn peril the financial stability of our coun- try"
 Immediately after the president had finished speaking, Chairman Penrose of the finance committee moved that the bill be recommitted to his committee. but democratic opposition fared up and pre- vented a vote today. The motion was under unlimited debate, but a vote to- morrow was expected, although some democratic opponents said it might be delayed until Thursday.
 President Hsrding delivered his ad- dress at 2 o'clock before distinguished audience. Reterating his recognition of the obligations to care for disabled and dependent war veterans, the president said general compensation" should be entered upon at tune when it would be consistently possible.
 "Overburdening of the treasury now means positive disaster in the years im- mcdiately before us" the president de- ciared. 'Merest prudence calls out in warning"
 Although the bonus bill was the presi- dents major subject. he also urged ac- ton on tariff and tax legislation, foi Shich the extra session was especially called. There was, he said. confessed disappointment that so little progress has been made on readjustment and revoca ton of the wartime taxes" He also urged passage of the bill to reorganize war risl and vocational training service aiding former service men.
 The president reached the senate jus as the bonus bill was laid before it fol todsys debate. He was applauded fol about a minute when he entered thu chamber and again when he concluded but his remarks were not interrupted Galleries and lobbies outside were crowd cd. In the executives private gallery were Mrs. Harding and party of friend:
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
LLOYD GEORGE STRONGLY
 INCLINED TO VISIT Q. 6.

London, July 1e.-CBy The A. P.)- The disarmament conference continues 10 be inc most prominent topic of discussion. dividing honors with the Irish peace con- ference. No doubt is felt in London that all the nations invited will accept. and as the French premier. M. Briand. seems already 10 have decided 10 20 10 Wash ington lt is considered all the mora like ly that the British prime minister will also %. always provided that the state or affairs at home at that time will per- init his absence and that his health will permit hin to make the trip. as there has been talk Of the premier's taking a long rest in Switzerland by advice of his physicians.
 The belief prevails among the members ! Of his entourage however. that the premier is strongly inclined 10 visit America and that Sir Auckland Geddes, | the British ambassador at Washington
 is pressing him 10 20. IL is assumed as certainty that A. J. Balfour. lord presi- | dent of the council will be a delegate and probably also Admiral Beatty. Lord
 Lee of Fareham. first lord of the sd- mi-alty and Sir Laming Worthington Evans. secretary of war.
 l Much interest Is shown in the oues- | ton as to whether Germany and Rus sia will be invited to send delegates 10
 the conference. and in the unabated press
 comment increasing attention is bestow-
 ed on the fact that invitations are not confined 10 those powers especially in- terested in Pacific problems but 20 also 10 France and Italy. which. it is held will introduce the more complex prob !, lem of general disarmament, military and
 as well as naval.
 T The premier,s statement in the house of commons yesterday welcoming Pres ident HardinEs suggestion for confer I ence 10 discuss the limitation of arna- ments probably yill be the only announce
 mont of the attitude Of Great Britain on
 the subject until Washington has indi-
 cated the exact nature of the proceed
 ings for organization of the confer ancs and other details which will be handled through the customary diplo- matic channels.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
OFFERS MILLION FOR
 SHELTON BANK AggITs

Bridgeport. Conn. July 12.-An offer of slightly more than one million dollars for the entire assets of the shelton bank and Trust company, of 5hei,on. has been made by Franklin S. Jerome, of Orange, Corn, to former Governor Marcus H Holcomb, receiver of the 3ank. Permis- sion to accept the offer was asked by the receiver In the superior co1rt hCre toGay.
 A committee representing stockholders of the institution told the court they would Ike to have a meeting before tho court ruled on the acceptability of the offer. Judge John :. kee-er according ly reserved decision until neSt Friday.
 Receiver Holcomb said that if the offer was accepted there would be a balancs of about twenty-five thousand dollars for distribution among the stoekhoulerS and that tie affairs of the banK. winch has been in reecivership since January. could b. wound up by September.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
AUTO THIEVES BURN
 THUNDER NEAR WORCESTER

Worcester. Mass. July 12-Following the discovery of the burned wreckage of several automobiles in the dense woods near the south end of Lake Quinsga- mond the Worcester police today say the find selves. the mystery Of many cars stolen in this section of the country The discovery was made by a berry picker who reported to the officers after he came across the ruins of a 1921 model machine. A ~urther search b. the police revealed several other piles of runs which contained little that would lead to the identification of the cars The po- lice are satisfied the place was used by auto thieves who drove their stolen ma- chimes into the woods. stripped hem ot tires and other equipment and then ap- piled the torch to the remainder.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-07-13
BELIEVES MERCHANT MARINE
 WILL BE REVIVED

New York, July 12.-Confdence that the new shipping board would solve the problem of re-establishing the American merchant marine was expressed today by J. B. Smun and W. J. Love, two of the three men named yesterday by Chairman Easker to direct operations of the shipping board fleet.
 They also said they believe American exporters would support American flag shis Mr. Smull announced that one of the country's largest grain houses had advised him that it would hereafter use American ships in it's export business. This firm, he added, had been shipping it's products in foreign vessels for sev- eral months