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Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
RIGHTS OF NoN-US1oS
 EAPLoTEs ARE UPHELD

Chicago. Aug. 4.-The rights of nen- union employees were upheld by the United States railroad labor board today in rendering decision in a dispute be- tween the Pennsylvania railroad and The brotherhood of railway and steanship clerks. freight handlers. express and sta- tion employees.
 The dispute grew out of a meeting b. tween representatives of the carriers and Its employees to negotiate rules and work ing conditions. The carriers submitted a plan for taking a ballot of the employees 10 select their represe sentztiyes for the proposed conference on rules The reure- sentatives of the brotherhood refused to accept the plan and made a counter-uro- posal which was refused by the road
 The railroad then put out it's ballot without an adjustment of the differences. The evidence shows" the beard de- clared, that large majority of saSd employees either did not participate fin the election held by the carrier, or their votes were thrown out. The represenfa- tives elected by a minority of the en- ployes have since been negotiating new agreements for r1le1 and working en- ditions to apply to all employees of that class, including the majority, who did not vote. or whose votes were thrown out"
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
CONFERENCE
 MAY BEGIN NOVEMBER II

Washington, Aug. 4.-Unless unex- pected opposition develops. the interna- tional conference on disarmament and far eastern subjects. proposed by Presi- dent Harding. will begin on November II. the third anniversary of the sign ing of the armistice which marked the close of the World war.
 Great Britain's formally expressed willingness to accept any date that would be agreeable to the United States led today to the extension of the deh- nite suggestion to all the invited pow CTS that they convene on that date It is understood unoficially that Japan will offer no objection to the sugges- tion although the government at Tokio would prefer a slight delay merely 10 facilitate the compilation of material tha. will be required by its representa- tives at the conference. France and Italy. It Is understood. will join the British government in prompt aequies- cence.
 Press dispatches indicating Great Bri- tain's willingness 10 leave to the United States the determination Of the subjects that will be discussed were said to be indicative of the spirit of accord which has been manifested. The United States has made it plain that it does not insist upon defining unalterable course of dis cussion but has felt that the nature of the agenda should be outlined in ad- vance of the conference If possible.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
Anti-Beer B..I| Gets Senate Right Of Way
Amendment Introduced t o
 Curb .Overzealous Dry"
 Enforcement Officers.

Washington, Aug. 4.-The Will Campbell anti-beer bill was given senate right of way today on motion of Sena- tor Storing, republican. South Dakota. He expressed hope of it's passage with in a few days.
 Any person or government employe who unlawfully deprives citizen of any rights or privileges in the enforcement of national prohibition would be suJ- jected to imprisonment for five years CT a fine of S5,002. or both, by an amendment which Senator Reed, democrat Missouri offered today to the beer bill.
 He asserted that the constitution IS being repealed by process of legislative chicanery," and that there twas no con templated invasion of the home or intar- ference with the rights of citizens,' when the prohibition movement was started with the solgan "the saloon must go.'
 No propaganda" would have brought about submission of the constitutional amendment, he asserted, had it been suG- gested that the right of physicions to prescribe medicire for their patients was to be restricted,
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
K. OF c. TO EXTEND se.5oo. 600
 ON DISABLED ESSENCE MEN

San Francisco. Aug. 4-Announcement that the Knights of Columbus would ex- pend approximately S2.5oo.000 on hospi- taIization work for disabled ex-service men was mace at the final session of the annual international Knights of Colum- bus convention here today by Supreme Secretary William J. Mckinley.
 Knights of Columbus secretaries. ex- perienced in war work. will be attached to the larger hospitals. where disabled men will be provided with comforts and recreation.
 The Knights will also continue their 500 college and university courses during the forthcoming year, as well as the chain of I32 Knights of Columbus vo- cational night schools for veterans and civilians.
 It was announced that the aid of Mau- rice Egan, former United States minis ter to Denmark. pr. James J. Walsh and Condo B. Fallen of New York would be enlisted in promoting the Knights of Columbus celebration of the Dante Sen- tenial.
 In view of present negotiations for the settlement of the Irish question the con- vention resolved that it would not adopt any new policy to supplement- its resolu- ton of the 1920 supreme convention in New York endorsing Irish self govern ment Last years resolution accepted Irish claims for self determination and self government and urged the United States to recognize the form of govern ment set up by these claimants.
 The convention endorsed the Boy Scout movement in the United States wherever it has been approved by the head of Catholic diocese.
 Although expressing doubt as to the efficiency of a censorship Of the estage or of motion pictures. the convention held that the public should be on guard against indecency in entertainment.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
Farley Neen D! And Belfast
 ~
British Government Using h. fluence For a Reconciliation of North and South.

London, Aug. Ally the A. P.)-Ex- trerne reticence is still observed relative to the Irish negotiations. From num- Der of conflicting reportS today the only definite fact is that the Dali Eireann has been summoned to Meet August Is, but whether to register the success or failure of the negotiations there is no hint.
 It is supposed that this long notice is given to afford the time necessary for the formalities for the liberation of the imprisoned members of the Irish republican parliament. to whom notfca- ton of the meeting has been sent.
 It is known that there have been par leys between Dublin and Belfast with a view to ascertaining the minimum Ul- ster is disposed to accept, and. despite adverse rumors, the belief continues here that it is in the interest of the govern ment itself to prevent the breakdown of the negotiations, and that therefore any influence the government is able to ex- ercise over the Ulster cabinet will be in the direction of reconciliation be- tween the north and the south
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05

mind. I'd like to have a land where there might be more opportunity for wholesome play, not for the fortunate alone. but for everyone"
 Referring to his conferences at Wash ington with leaders of various national groups, the president asserted that his contact with these men had deepened his confidence in the soundness of Ameri- can public opinion. He told how he had received letter here suggesting that he "behead" all those who had more than their share of wealth, and continued: T have never believed that to be the mis- sion of this republic. I wonder what wealth is? I like to think of the leader in the community, of the man to whom those about him turn for counsel and ad- vice That's the grea tman of America, no matter how you measure his wealth.
 Tn the past few weeks I have had an opportunity to meet many such leaders leaders of capital. of labor, and of the other groups that make up the nation. And l want to say to you that there isn't one in any group who deep in his heart doesn't want to preserve OUT America and continue it's onward ccurse. Those who are suspected most sometimes are the most generous of all in their tenders of held to those in authority.
 "Sometmes you think your government is not alert. but let me tell you-and I care net what party is in power-your government is always trying 10 serve you as best it can. You can't be told every thing that's going on-that is not a po- litical stand-but it is fair to tell you that your public servants are honestly and to the best of their ability, trying to promote the fortunes of our ommon country.
 nd ha1i with oil day though we have our discourage ments and our depressions that America is more firmly founded than ever and that the things for which we stand have come to have the approval of all man. kind and I hope that before the next four years shall have expired these 1 things for which we stand will be so firm ly rooted that mankind will giev it's at tention to permanent peace and to the higher purposes for which we were ere ated."
 Before he came into Lancaster, the president played a round of golf on the miniature courts improvised by mem bers of the vacation party at the summit of Mount Prospect. A silver cup has been purchased for the winner of the week s play over the course, which covers only 3 small area, but has many obstacles in the form of huge rocks and underbrush.
 Although it was indicated before the president left Washington that procla nation of peace with the central powers n'ight be issued by him from Noun Prospect, it is not now expected that tn, step will be taken until the vacation i! over. Under present plans MT. Harding will be back in the capital next Tuesda! or Wednesday and probably will give tn, question of peace proclamation his frs attention after he reaches the Whit | House.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
sQUABBLE CONTINUES OVER
 FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM

Washington, Aug. 4-Credit policies of the federal reserve system continued un- der examination of congressional com mission today in a continuously stormy atmosphere, with Governor Harding of the reserve board as the sole witness.
 ''The federal reserve board didn't ere ate this financial depression" Governor Harding exclaimed toward the end of the day. Tt saw it coming and got ready Ito protect things and people ought to be grateful it did so. Now all we need is cessation of pesslsism, which marks bad times as foolish optimism marks good times. We all know everybody was going crazy in the boom during the fall of 1919.
 This situation is going to work oct. There's no comparison between the condi- ticn a year ago and conditions today Take cotton, with a low yield, and ex- ports picking up. Banks everywhere are fully justified now in carrying loans.
 All we've got to do is to get out of everlasting pessimism and quit saying everything is going to tae dogs. Why man has to put up good cheerful face if he wants credit. You can't talk to the banker like you do to the tax as- sessor''
 Previously sharp passage had taken place in which Representative Funk Re- publican, Illinois, Representative Mills, Republican, New York, and later Gov ernor Harding participated.
 I'm keenly disappointed" Represent ative Funk said, because the reserve system has been challenged complained | of, criticize dand charged on one ground that it has discriminated against agri- culture. And we've not heard one word from this witness
 Representative Mills leaped to the fray, asserting that the commission had aI- 1 lowed Johnson Skelton Williams former comptroller of currency during two days, to make carge after charge against the reserve board" and that Govenor Hard 1 ing was entitled to common justice" in the privilege of detailed response. MT Funk told MT. Mills to handle your af- fairs and I'll handle mine," while Chair man Anderson ruled that the governor was within his rights
 Has the reserve board called in farm credits MT. Funk demanded later.
 No sir it never has," Governor Hard ing retorted.
 How about the circulars of the Sar l Francisco reserve bank?'' MT. Funk con. tinued, concerning the price Of wheat in 1920?"
 T never heard that before" Governor Harding said Did it cause break ir wheat prices?"
 It had some efec-' Mir Funk res. bonded.
 The board has cautioned reserve bank. not to issue circulars" Governor Hard ing continued. Its the job of bank CT to look to the value of his collateral but to do it in a quiet way. It is no the function of the reserve system tt regulate prices up or down, but to mair credits
 In general, Mir. Harding said, ''The at titude of the reserve board toward agri culture had been greatly misunderstood and grossly misrepresented.'
 The whole trouble with the reserve system in meeting agriculture demands is that reserve banks do not and can not lend to individual borrowers" h. added.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
SENATE PASSES ANOTHER
 FARMERS RELIEF MEASURE

Washington, Aug. 4.-Another farmers relief measure the administration plan for government aid in supplying credit for exportation of agricultural -oduc'r was passed by the senate today and sent to the house.
 The bill was a substitute fo the original Norris bill and provides for .he war fin- ance corporation to furnish the export credits. The Norris bill, which proposed was laid aside formally and the substi- ute, in charge of Senator McNary, re- publican, Dragon, for the agriCm ltUre committee, was passed without a roll c;.il
 The substitute plan was drafted by Secretary Hoover of the department of commerce and Director Meyer of the war finance corpoation. It was adopted vr.u- ally intact today, the bill autl Arizlng the war finance corporation to make loans 70 agriculturalists' associations. banks and trust companies. The bill makes no change in the corporation's cash capital of $500.00 000 but reduces from three to two billion dollars the authorized max imum of bonds it may issue This. .,c- cording to Director Meyer, will be more than sufficient.
 Through loans to banks or agricultural collateral it is expected that the bills ln- fuence will be mostly felt by expansion | of credit available to farmers. In disposing of final amendments, the senate rejected riders of western sena- tors to extend privileges of the federal | farm loan system to entrymen on gov 1 ernment reclamation projects. Assurarc. l es for future action in a separate bill | however, were given.
 Senator Norris, republican, Nehra aska 1 chairman of the agriculture committea who initiated the credits legislasions and who collapsed a week ago today after a 1 long speech criticising the adm:nis,ra- 1 ton substitute. was not present for the
 vote today. He left tonight for an ex- tended vacation in an effort to rega'u his l health
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
IMPRESSIVE FUNERAL
 SERVICES FOR CARUso

Naples, Italy, Aug. (By the A. P.)- The funeral of Enrico Caruso took place today. From the royal church of San Francesca Di Paola the cortege moved through streets lined with troops and vast crowds to the cemetery, where the body was placed in a vault
 < Services were held in this famous church by permission of King Victor Elm manuel, who sent a special represent ative to attend tue ceremony. A great choir composed of singers assisted in the high requiem mass.
 The crystal coffin encased in a wood en casket was borne in a hearse drawn by six horses. There were innumerable floral offerings. among them wreath from the city of New York All places of business had been closed as sign of mourning and as the great procession passed, airplanes flew overhead.
 So dense were the throngs the troops had difficulty in holding the people back. All the windows and balconies were crowded t1d many of them were draped.
 Eulogies were pronocnced by the Pre- feet of Naples in the name of the King and the government by the director of tae conservatory and by representatives of the Mayor and the artists of the city.
 Before the church was opened to the public, Mrs. Caruso, having her little daughter Gloria by the hand, cSme to view the body of her husband once again She placed beside it large bunch ot roses.
 Others of the grief-stricken relatives gathered in the Basilica and looked foI the last time on the ace of the dead which seemed to be of one sleeping peacefully. Giovanni, brother of EnricC ,,s-;ya invoked Caruso to breathe again. Ru dolfo the son, was eqcally affected.
 The expenses of the funeral vii bC borne by the municipality of Naples as last tribute to noted son. Former premier Nitti came to Naples to pay hi: ast respects from his country place where he has been spending the summer
 Speaking to deputy Porzio the exc cutor of the will, Mrs. Caruso expressed the desire to live either in Naples or or the estate Caruso possessed in Tuscany but said she would first go to New York accompanied by Giovanni Caruso, tt settle her husbands affairs there
 In the chamber of deputies pr. Capas 50, professor of surgery in the Universit! of Naples. paid tribute to the memory O Carcso. He emphasized the loss to lyrit art and also to the prestige of Ital! abroad, especially III America. Deput, Marco oceo joined in the tribute, sayinl that all mourned the death of the dis tinguished representative of the Italian nattan and good son of the church. The Under Secretary of Instruction Signor Anile. reviewed 'Caruso's life prais , ing his patriotism and his generosity to 1 ward his companions abroad. The presi dent of the chamber. Signor De Nicola eulogized the singer in the name of tn 1 Wlr5le chamber.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
DEPLORABLE CONDITIONS
 AT OLD SOLDIERS HOME

Washington, Aug. 4.-Conditions at the Johnson City, Tenn, old soldiers home, where former service men are re- ceiving hospital treatment, are so de- plorable that unless congress acts mme- diately the casualties there will be pro- portionately higher than occurred in the world war, Director Forbes of the bureau of war risk insurance declared today be- fore a senate committee.
 Agents of the bureau have just com pleted a secret investigation of the in- stitution. in which are quartered nearly $50 former service men, and who, Colonel Forbes declared, are living under as- founding conditions of vice, corruption and immortality.
 The war risk head brought as a wit ness Nj. P. McInereny, the agent who made the investigation and who lived for a week as patient at the home. Me Inereny told the committee of having bought morphine, moonshine whiskey and extract of ginger containing 95 per cent. alcohol on the home reservation; de- clared that intoxication was common among the former service men, and as- serted that immoral women overrun the grounds on which the institution is To- cated.
 The witness said he had encountered
  fled the guards to take the firearms away There was absolutely no discipline, he added, and the patients ran the place to the extent of forcing the executive of- ficers to withdraw the guards from the dining room" Loaded dice and marked cards, he declared, were supplied, by parasites" from the outside and the pa- tients drained" of the money given them by the government.
 MT. ,McInereny gave detail after detail of his weeks experience, which ended Monday last. telling of the life ot those who desire to get we'll" Senator Walsh, Massachusetts. demanded that the situation be laid before Attorney General Daugherty for action. The senator de- clared that all of those in authority al the home and whom he said had appeared to have permitted the condition to con- tinue should be indicted for malfeasance on office.
 No action was taken by the committee however, but MT. Walsh declared that the sending j of former service men tc such hell-houses has got to stop"
 Colonel Forbes again explained tha this bureau was unabel to correct the evils because of lack of jurisdiction ovel the soldiers home," which is admins tered by the federal board controlling al such institutions. He declared he felt i his. duty to make public his findings however, in order that public sentimen might wipe out the curse" which he sait his investigation had showed to exist.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
PRESIDENT OF ITALIAN
 SENATE AT wTLLIAnfs

Williamstovn. Mass. Aug. l.-Aners- ca went 10 war for an Ideal and ''zt It's own cost. with its own means and at its own peril. undertook a war for the lb- erty of others" This was the statement of Tomasso Titttoi. president of the Hal ian senate, in his first public zddress in this country and teh opening lecture ot his course before the Institute of Poii- tics at Williams college tonight Ho warmly Eaiuted the people of America and ''all those other peoples in whom selfish considerations have not extinguished the flames of great ideals
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
LLOYD GEORGE ATTENDS
 FESTIVAL IN WALES

Carnarvon, Wales. Aug 4-Premier Lloyd George, spes king in Welsh before a great gathering today at the annual Eisteddfod, or musical and literary fes- tival, alluded to the coming meeting of the allied supreme council at Paris, and said he could only hope the voices of the Paris conferees would be as har- monious as those singing in the festi- val
 The premier was given a great recep- tion. Marshal Foch was expected to be present but sent work that he was unable to come.
 When I return to London shortly I shal lbe leaving for another eisteddfod, an eisteddfod in Paris, an eiteddfod ce the principal nations of the world. should like to take with me the Aron- druid so that he might cry out is the:e peacer
 The four greatest nations of the world will be represented there-America. France, Italy and Great Britain. There will be four voices, and those four voices will be singing an anthem of peace. I can only hope that their voices will be as harmonious as the voices singing at the Welsh Eisteddfod.
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
TESTIMONY or ATTORNEY
 COAKLEY IN TUFTS CASE

Boston, Aug 4-DanieI H. Coakley, an attorney of this city, told in supreme court today the story of his conne ection with the case of James B. Munroe. in dicted for a statutory offense. which was mol pressed by Distdict Attorney Nathan A. Tufts. The testimony was offered at the trial of Tufts on charges of misconduct in office brought by At torney General Allen.
 Mir Allen read a telegram purporting to be from Coakley to Charles Connor, also of counsel for Monroe. which read:
 Matter satisfactorily arranged If money is available on Monday. Can close the whole matter as you would like to have it closed on Tuesday"
 The prosecution has contended that some time after Coakley was engaged to represent Munroe tho action was mol pressed. The fee ne is alleged to have received was approximately s12,000.
 Coakley would not deny that the mes- sage which bore the date of October 23 1917, was his or had been dispatch ed at his direction, although he asserted he was unable to recall writing it.
 Under examination by Mr Allen. Coakley explained that in the telegram he mentioned matter had been lar ranged with Mr Tufts''
Norwich bulletin., 1921-08-05
SENATE TO VOTE ON THE
 NEWBERRY CASE TODAY

Washington, / ug. IA vote on the right of Senator Newberry, republican, Michigan, to his seat was deferred to- day by the senate elections committee until the full committee determines to- morrow matters of procedure. Repub- licans of the subcommittee today adher- ed to their decision against calling Sem ator Newberry and other witnesses, de- manded by democratic members, and also against original arguments of she case. Appeals will be taken to the full committee.
 It was expected that the full com mittee, by a party vote, would sustain the subcommittee and that with repub- ncans supporting Senator Newberry and democrats, Henry Ford, the democratic contestant, the case finally came be- fore the senate on straight party lines.