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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Japan Wants To
 Understand Fully
 Scope Of Conference

London, July 15-Japan wants to fully understand the scope of the conference on Pacific and Far East problems before commit ting herself to either rejection or ac- ceptance of President Harding's in vitation, it was learned authorita- lively today.
 Inquiries to ascertain both the British and American viewpoint have been undertaken by Japan states men In the case of America, it was learned today, "certain questions" have been propounded to Washington on behalf of the Japanese govern ment and until replies have been received, Japan will take no definite action.
 Lord Curzon, the Foreign Secre- tary, and Baron Hayashi, the Japan csc ambassador, have held a number of conferences on the proposals that have been made, and Curzon has been asked to make clear the British attitude.
 It was also learned today that Great Britain is opposing the inclu- sion of France and Italy in the con- ference that will deal with the Pa cific and Far East problems. The belief prevails among high British officials that the presence of France and Italy in the Pacific discussion
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

A member of MT: DeValera's party gave definite assurances that nothing in the nature of a deadlock or a break down of the conferences threatened at any time. Meanwhile Sir James Craig, the Ulster premier, arrived in London today from Belfast, announc- ing on his arrival that he would see the premier this afternoon.
 Asked for an expression of opinion on the Irish situation, Sir James re- piled:
 ''The less said now the better"
 He added however, that he was hopeful.
 The official communique on today's conference, issued shortly before two o'clock this afternoon, read:
 "A further conversation between MT. Lloyd George and MT. DeValera took place this morning in Downing Street and will be resumed at a later date, probably Monday"
 Belfast, July 15-(By The A P.)- The military assumed control of the North Queen street area in Belfast this morning and armored cars pa trolled the streets.
 When the reports from last nights rioting were made public this morn ing it developed that two persons were killed during the disorders, and that between 30 and 40 others were wounded
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

A good idea of how prices on the Congress street bridge work were mounting to such an extent that the mayor ordered this work to be sus~ pended and announced that he would call for bids for the completion of the job is giving by a survey of the bills in the city auditors office. For the week ending July 13, for instance the A. G. Leake Erecting Co., rem dered a bill which tota1ed 4,755.59, while the William Martin Excavating and Snoring Go. submitted an account of $2,791.90. The Leake Go. bill asked for 2,392.34 for supplies and the bal ance for labor, insurance and an add ed 12 F per cent, as they are work ing on a cost plus basis
 Among other items on the Leake Co.'S account it is shown that for an eight hour day their superintendent receives SIS, the foreman $11, the as
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Well Known
 Bowler Hurt

Fred Teller. 3S, professional bow Ter, last years State duckpin cham pion and well known in local bowling circles where he has been a contender in this years tournament, is in the New Haven hospital, as result of se- rious injuries, resulting from the over turning of an automobile driven by him, at Savin Rock, early today.
 Teller was returning to his home, HIS West Main Street, Waterbury, and was accompanied by Thomas Jackson, q Coen Street, Naugatuck, and Jerry Duffy, 30, of 6 Fairfield street, Naugatuck Both of Tefler's companions were also seriously in jured.
 The party was homeward bound af- ter participating in a bowling match at a Savin Rock bowling establish ment After starting the men decid- ed to stop for lunch. and Teller ac- cidentally steped on the accelerator of the car while it was in gear and the auto shot over an embankment.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
F Foremen Given
 High Pay For
 A Day s Work

sistant fore s9.5o and bridgemen $s.50. On July 13, the last day for which a bill had been rendered, 29 men received $252.10. The Martin Co.'s statement shows even higher wages. The charge for their foreman on the job is $20.70 for a nine hour day, fer stone masons s14 per day, for a carpenters foreman 6 hourS) S1S.4O, and for carpenters S14 per day or $1.75 an hour.
 No statements could be obtained to- day from any of the principals in the controversy and the mayor, had most of the bills so far submitted in his own hands, it was impossible to make a complete summary of the money spent to date. It will be readily seen, however, that $60,0O0, the amount originally appropriated would not last very long at the pres ent rate of expenses.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Amending Of
 ariff. Bill
 Starts Today

Washington, July i5.---With gen. eral debate ended, the House today took up the task of amending the Fordney tariff bill. The right of way has been given to the ways and means committee, which has a large number of amendm entS to offer.
 An amendment fixing a l per cent. duty on hides is one of the changes which it is predicted will be forced accompanied by compensatory duties on leather manufactures and on boots and shoes.
 Hides are on the free list of the F'ordney tariff bill now. The agricul- ture group of the House howeve, have outlined a fight to have duty placed on hides Indications today are that they have mustered sufficient strength to vote the duty into the bill.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Silent On
 Oil Matters

Mexico City, July 15-Si1ence re- garding petroleum matters was main tained at the office of President Obregon yesterday and last night It was asserted by reliable authorities here, however, that it was not his immediate intention to revoke his re- cent decree increasing the tax placed upon oil exported from Mexico.
 Watch which was kept by news papermen for any statements to the petroleum situation, as a result of re- ports current in the United States yesterday. The department of treas ury, through which any decree would be issued, made pdblic no press bulle- tins during the evening.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Full Honors
 For Munson

New York, July 15-F'ul1 military honors marked the funeral today of Private John J. Munson. hero of the lost battalion who died in Bellevue Hospital after being taken i'll while on leave of absence from his post in the regular army.
 Munson died last Friday. and it was three days before his body was identified. As soon as it became known that he was the man who on september IS, 1918, carried the mes sage through the German lines that reunited the lost battalion in the Argonne, scores of civic organizations planned that fitting honors might be paid him at his funeral. Today a column five blocks long marched be- hind the caAsson that carried the body to the Church of the Ascension, where a high requiem mass was said, and thence to Cypress Hills cemetery where military services were held
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

In the meantime Klein has advised the local jitneurs to continue on their runs for he states that although the law is apparently contradictory at several points, it is his interpretation of the statutes than an appeal will aut todnatically act as a prevention of arrests until the controversy is final ly decided. This will probably not be done until the Supreme Court has passed upon the matter in the belief of Klein.
 Later Klein was cloSted for a, few minutes with Judge Keeler, but he de clined to tell what was the nature Of the conversation.
 As near as could be ascertained buses were operating on all lines as usual this morning. It did not seem as though as many buses were in operation as usual on some lines probably due to tfnidity and fear ~of arrest upon the part of some of the drivers. By noon there was no mo- ticeable difference in the jitney ser
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Send roops To
 Quiet Uprising

Mexico City, July 15-Federa1 troops have been dispatched to the states of Tamalilipas and San Luis Potosi to put down rebellious move ments headed by Daniel Marintez Herrerra, General A1ejandro Chao and Lieutenant Colonel HoratIo Munoz. Dispatch reported that the 1prisings were confirmed last night by Secretary of War Estrada
 The secretary asserted Herrera was using his prestige as former prin- cipaI aide to General Manuel Pelaez, former military governor Of Tamau- lipas to gain adherentS. General PeLaez issued statement last night disclaiming Knowledge of Herrerra's movements.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Tonv Worked
 Still At Home

After a strenuous week of anti liquor campaigning, the Bridgeport police last night remained compara- lively "at ease.'' Only one arrest, that of Tony Hohi, of S27 Shelton street marred the blotter at police head quarters Tony was arrested for hav- ing A still in his possession and sell ing liquor.
 In. the City court today, Hohi claimed that he has been out of work for four months, and turned to the business of illicit liquor manufactur- ing in order to support his wife and three small children Judge Arthur M. Comley took some stock in the mans story, and continued the case until tomorrow. The probation officer will investigte the domestic affairs of the Hohi family today, and will sub r,oit his report tomorrow when the case is again brought before the court
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Jitney Situation
 Throughout State

tinued today, a committee represent. ing this line going to Hartford to dis cover what action the Public Uti1itiei Commission had taken on their appli. cation for service. No notice hal been received of any action.
 Naugatuck, Conn.,, July 15-Water bury-Naugatuck jitneys ceased run, ming today, pending determination oi the question of their rights, particlf. larly by the decision in the case o; New Haven jitneymen, who have petitioned Judge Keeler for an in junction at Bridgeport. The Water bury-New Haven jitneys, via Bethany licensed by the Public Utilities Com mission, continued to do business
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Norwalk Man Took Own Life
 With Revolver

Mrs. Kaber's hat had fallen from ner, A, shot and killed himself in the bedroom of his home on Oak street, yesterday noon, during a thun- derstorm. The noise of the storm drowned the shot and the body was discovered by his family late last night. He had complained of a head ache and remained home from work at the Norwalk Tire x Rubber Co.,, complaining of headache. Mother had been married but four weeks and lived with his wife, mother and sis
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Mexico Ready To Consider
 Damage Claims

Washington, July 15.---Additional details divulged today regarding the invitation extended by General Obre- resentatives to sit on a mixed claims commission, show that the Mexican government offers to consider all claims for damages suffered by Amer jeans in Mexico since 1910, and that Americans who are dissatisfied with awards made by the Mexican claims commission constituted by Carranza would have the privilege of reopenlng their cases before the joint commis- Sinn tn he eSta hliShed.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
No Information
 Divulged On Peace Status
Communique Issued Announcing That Conversa- tions Between Lloyd-George and De Valera Will
 Be Resumed Monday-Sir James Craig Hopeful.

London, July 15-(By The Associated Press)Eamonn De- Valera and Premier Lloyd George had another conference cabinet street this forenoon continuing the the proposed conference for settlement of the Irish problem.
 The conference, which continued about half two talk. In doining however Sir the Chief Secretary Ireland Lord Curzon the Foreign Secretary Art OBrien president of the Gaelic Barton of the Irish delegation uere in hand should their presence be desired.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
High Official
 Seriously III

Washington, July 16-Major Gen eral James w. McAndrew, Presiden of the General Staff College ans formerly chief of staff for Genera Pershing. in France, was in seriou condition today at the Walter Rel army hospital here, suffering from general breakdown.
 Ti.e general entered the hos,,its nine months ago as s sufferer iron tfe mental and ptrEsir all exert ions in eide,.t ro his service as 4 hiet of srAi in France during the war.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
WALL STREET

Dealings during the morning were on the smallest scale of any session in many weeks. Shorts effected further losses among steels, equip ments and oils, also Famous Players, Sears-Roebuck International Paper, Union Bag. American Woolen, American Can and shippings. Rails were neglected, the only change in that division consisting of one point declines in Great Northern and Chicago Great Western. Losses were partly recovered before noon when Mexican Petroleum rallied two points. Call money opened and re- newed into next week at per cent.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

Looks Like Rain
 For Forty Days

Believers of proverbs and sup erSuuouSly inclined folks viewed with dismay the rainfall that de- Scended about 9:30 o'clock this morning. And well they might for today is St. Swithin's Day.
 According to the promises of the ancient saint. rain on this day would mean rain for forty consecutive days, or vice versa People of Bridgeport are there fore in for some six weeks of damp, rainy, disagreeable wealth eff the o1dume predictions count for much.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Klein Will Not
 Seek Injunction
 At Present l inc

No injunction will be sought at the present time to stay the execution of the ney regulations formulated by the Public Utilities This the statement made this by Attorney Jacob en who virtually all of the neymen operating out of Bridgeport affected by the regulatory that went into effect at midnight Thursday
 Klein will file formal appeal from the ruling just he official copy of the decisions formal denas of applications of his clients and other data to tho O. which will reurnable Superior court convening in September.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

He declared that the commission was giving the closest consideration to the trolley situation and was pre- pared to move just as soon as condi- tionS warrant.
 Com missioner Joseph w. Alsop agreed with Chairman Higgins and believes that a change to lower fare would come before long.
 MT. Storrs said he was not able to set time now when reductions could be made, nor could he say how much the reduction might be as that ob- viousfy could be determined only af- ter invoice had been taken of the
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

vice from any day previous to the de- cisions being made by the commis sion.
 The affairs of the Br1Ggeport-Dan- bury line were in chamber session of Superior Court today, Judge Keeler presiding, but the business had noth- ing to do with the present argument. Some time ago Mortimer B. Stowe was made temporary receiver of this line and today attorneys represent ing several /creditors sought to have Stowe removed and eX-Mayor Henry Lee, of the Amercian Transit com pany, made permanent receiver.
 That the police will take no action against local jitneymen until the middle of next week at least. is ind4. cated by a communication receives today by Prosecuting Attorney E.. Earle Garick, from Robbins B Stoecke1, motor vehicle commissioners The official letter. of the comnais. sioner- set forth the new law in de-
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Asserts People
 WiZL Soon Ride At LOlUer Rate
Chairman Higgins of Public Utilities Commission
 Says With Jitney Competition at Minimum He o. Sees No Reason Why Company Should Not
 Lower Fare Rate Shortly

Hartford July 15The thousands of who ride by trolley going be able pretty according to members of the commission and President Lcius Sorrs the
 Chairman Richard T. Higgins of the Utilities that JItney competition why the trolley should lower its shortly He there and that therefore could cheaper
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
SIX HOUR WORK DAY.

London, July 15-The Japanese shipyard strikers at Kobe have estab- lished an industrial commission which is -oneratine the yards upon a six-hour work day, said Central News Dis patch from Tol1io today. Leaders of the workers Council declare that thev will produce results equally as good in six hours as they used to in
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

trend of revenue following removal of jitney competition.
 With jitney competition the ten cent fare has produced sufficient rev enue- to meet the costs of running the cars and it remains to be seen by how much the revenues will be increased when jitney competition is removed to the extent the commissions rulings order,' he said.
 He pointed out that there were continuous informal discussions be- tween members of the Public Utilities
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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
. Hoover Places Most Blame
 For Depression On Forces
 Set To Work By Post War Boom

Chicago, July 15-Herbert Hoover, ecretary of Commerce, today placed most of the blame for present bus1- ness depression upon forces set in m otion by the postwar boom. The government is using sanity and eau tion'' to aid business recovery, he said and ~is sure of success in cor recting many economic handtcsps n~ Anonk zonMAe<naAAASA SARzA6~
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

dress before the National Assocfe ton of Real Estate Boards.
 This is the thirteenth industrial depression that we have suffered since the ACivh War; the secretary said we have come through the twelve others all right. We have today greater resources and no less couears skiu and intellisence than AHhan vs WAk thaaa -dinestax1 ho8oea-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
BOOZE SUBJECT TO SEIZURE.

Washington, July Shipments oi intoxicating liquors entering the ports of the United States or~erossing the Canadian or Mexican borders without a, prohibition permit are subject to seizure by customs officers under or derS issued today.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15

Beren, July including reported to killed in a O. accidents in the Eastern Alps
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
Late Telegraph NezUs
TULSA FIRE LOSS OVER MILLION

Oklahoma City, July 15Fre loss resulting from the Tulsa June placed at $i5OOOOO, and the report madeoday by the state
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
STEAMER RATES CUT

July 15Competiton of steamship lines operat
 New York to Germany resulted today reduction of line The first cabin was s33 $25 and September tst it will reduced
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
HANG LONE WOLF

Chicago. July 15-HarrY Ward, known the '3LOne Wolf and 'the dangerous criminal Illinois," the county iail here today refusal of a repreive.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
\ CHARGES NOLLED.

Charges against Clarence Wood ruff. of 149 Jefferson street, who was taken into custody TOT assault1ng ms wife were nolled by Judge Arthur M. Comley, in the City Court today
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-15
WEATHER

New Haven, July 15-Forecast for New Haven and vicinity: Partly cloudy and cooler tonight; Saturday fair.
 Conditions favor for this vicinity: Cloudy and showery weather. follcw- ed by fair.
The Ordway new era., 1921-12-02
CHAPTER XXX.
A Perfect Cross

On the floor OF the richly-furnished
library Of the Dale home, near a west
window, Miss Elizabeth Littleford sat
reading by the fast fading light of an
early March afternoon. Somehow she
liked to sit on the floor, and always she
liked 70 read; for one thing, books
helped her TO forget that she was
lonely.
There were footsteps behind her,
soft footsteps because of the thick vel
vet carpet; then low voice inquired:
Aren't you afraid you will injure
your eyes. Elizabeth Better have a
Light. hadn't you, dear?" The old coal
King turned toward the switch on the
wall.
NO" she answered quickly. I'm
through reading for today, and like
this twilight"
Her Improvement In speech and in
manners had gone on at surprisingly
rapid rate. She rarely spoke with any
but the simplest words, but she never
fell into anything more than bare sem
blance Of the old drawing hill dialect
unless II was while she was under the
stress Of some strong emotion.
She closed the book and looked up
| with eyes that were like the first stars
in summer sky. Her beauty was
wonderful; 1t was finer and sweeter
than 1t had ever been before.
Old Dale stood looking thoughtfully
into her upturned face. He was a lit
tie pale, and he seemed troubled and
| uneasy.
Elizabeth shook her head. You're
worrying again.
| He dropped into nearby chair
leaned slowly forward and let one
hand fall gently on her thick and silky
chestnut-brown hair.
II wish," he said as though to him
seelf. that / had a daughter like you
He took his hand from her head, iay
back wearily In his chair and closet
his eyes. Then he bent forward again
'.The Morelands, Elizabeth -they'vs
moved away from the settlement
haven't theyT
YES; Bin Dale has done wonderful
things for them !" the girl answered.
! John X. Dale was silent for Z no
The Ordway new era., 1921-12-02
Crowds Welcome piaz.

San Fruncisco.--Gen. ArmandO Wit
toriO Diaz. comnander-in-chief Of the
Italian forces during the world war,
arrived in San Francisco for visit
of three days. Crowds lined the streets
to witness his arrival. Officers and
men of the Italian cruiser Libia, now
in San Francisco bay, joined with the
civic and military authorities in wei
coming Gen. Diaz.
The Ordway new era., 1921-12-02

ment. after which he said suddenly
want to see my son: there Is something
I must tell him. Will you go with me-
Elizabeth
"Of course. I'll SO with you.
She thought she knew what II was
that stirred him. By intuition. supple
mented by Bill Dale's occasional crSp.
tic utterances, and pieced out by hii
tradition. Elizabeth Littleford eradu-
ally had come into possession OF tue
old coal mans grim secret.
Neither OF them knew that John
Moreland was then visiting his beloved
old hills FOR the sake of some shooting
The following day John X. Dale and
Elizabeth Littleford allghted from
northbound passenger train nj the
Halfway switch. The mountains were
covered with three inches OF snow ana
the hemlock and pines bore heavy bur
dens of the beautiful white stun; but
the air was stlll. and it wasn't very
cold.
you'd get your clothing all black
on the coal train" Dale said to nus
companion. so you'd rather walk over,
wouldn't youT Anyway. the train Isn't
here. I'm good for six miles. think
yes" smiled Ben Llttlefords
I'D rather waikiki you're
sure that six miles won't be too much
for you"
Together. with the girl leading the
way, they set out across David More
lands mountain. The old trail showed