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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
Twenty Hurt By Bombs
Excursion Train on West Shore X. X.
Dynamited-WOmen and Chill
dren Victims
ORy United Prcsxl


New York, Aug. I4.--Twenty wo-
men and children were in hospitals to-
day, victims of bombers who late last
night hurled three charges of dyna-
mite against a crowded excursion train
on the West Shore Railroad near Lit
tie Ferry, n. J., in the first serious
outbreak of violence aimed at passen-
gers since the railroad strike began.
State police and railroad detectives
were looking for two men in an auto
mobile observed near the scene of the
bombing a short time before the at
tack took place.
The first bomb struck the third
coach crowded with excursionists re-
turning from the seashore. a louG
detonation that rocked the car and a
binding glare threw the crowded
coach into pandemonium.
A moment later a second bomb
struck another car farther back in the
train. Windows were shattered and
women and children were hurled from
their seats. Curiously, few men were
injured.
While calm passengers tried to re-
store order in the train, a third bomb
bounded against another coach as the
rear coaches passed over small tres
tie. Practically every pane of glass in
the entire train was shattered. Cars,
all of which were steel, were other
wise undamaged, but the final bomb
tore tracks from their moOrings.
The train was stopped briefly while
the crew examined the damage and
was rushed to Weehawken where am
balances hurried the injured to hos
pitals.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14

Washington, Aug. 14.-With the
European situation apparently de-
veloping along lines that vindicate
the nolicieS of this country and as
suming an increasingly serious aspect,
the United States Government for
the present is avoiding all possible
contact with events abroad, it was
learned on high authority today.
For some time yet the American
will be found holding
back from any direct participation in
efforts to straighten out Europe's
tangled affairs and remedy the seri-
ous economic plight of the old world.
To a restricted extent, Hbwever, the
American Government viii of neceS-
sity have to be a party 10 negotla-
tionS with European countries, as
in the case of arrangements for re-
funding the Allied debts TO the
United States.
These negotiations are expected TO
come more and more prominently TO
the fore. Sir Auckland Geddes, the
British Ambassador, who has Just re-
turned to Washington, is expected 70
see Secretary Hughes at any mo-
ment. and probably will either make
certain proposals for the funding OF
the British debt, or will ask for sug-
geSuons Of q definite date for be-
Glnn1ng negotiations. NJ. Parmentier,
Iae srenGh representative here is be-
/ lleVed 10 have made littIe or no prog-
reSS toward the refund;no, of +be
French debt.
1t IS through this question Of the
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
BLAZE STARTED
BY FlREBUCS.
NIPPED IN Bud
Oil Soaked Waste Taken
From Car Journal
Box Used
THREATEN BIG PLANT
Timely Discovery Saves Plant of
Bryant Fertilizer Company at
Union and Duke Streets.

Thurs far the police are without
anv clews concerning the attempted
incendiary fire which was discovered
shortly before / O'CLOCK Sunday MORN
ing at the Bryant Fertilizer plant. I'm
ion and Duke streets. However, every
available clew is being run down by
the authorities, it is stated.
The attempt to Ire the building was
discovered Just in time by Policeman
Julian Rawlett and Special Watchman
". H. Travers. While a fire alarm
was being turned in by Travers Police
man Rawlett smothered the flames
with dirt. When the firt department
arrived on the scene the fire was under
control and chemicals were used by
the firemen. The damage was trifiing.
1t is stated that when an eXamina-
ito nof the place was made oil soaked
waste was found stuffed between the
cracks of the side of the wooden Struc-
ture. The waste, the police say, evil
IDENTIFY was removed from the journals
of box cars standing on the track near
the plant.
Had it not been for the timely dis
covery of the blaze not only this plant
would have been destroyed, but in all
probability many other business and
manufacturing firms near also would
have been menaced by the blaze.
The police say that this is the first
time for long while that tirebugs
have been at work here, and every ef-
fort will be made by the authorities to
check their operation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
UNITED STATES IS AVOIDING
MIXING IN EUROPEAN AFFAIRS

enormous Allied debts to the United
States that this Government might
become involved more deeply in the
European situation.
An instance of this, observers feel,
was the recent note of Earl Balfour,
emphasizing that Great Britain could
not pay her debts to the United
States, were what. was meant-if 3ri-
tain's allies, France, Italy and the
other nations, did not pay their debts
to her.
That took the whole situation back
TO the reparations question. for it is
Frances contention that she cannot
paw her war debts unless she col
lects from GERMANY and the Balfour
note suggested reduction of repre-
sentations and scaling of debts.
But the United States served notice
that it would not consider the Al
lied debts to America in any way re-
lated to the reparationS question.
Even if the Government were willing
to consider the problem in another
light. observers point out. the Admin
istration'S hands probably would be
tied by CONGRESS-.
Finally, it is believed that sooner
or later the question of the Allied
debts TO the United States will have
to be considered on a broader basis
than at present, for it is the view of
responsible officers of this Govern
ment that neither France nor Italy
has any intention of trying to pay
their debts to this country under pre-
sent circumstances.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
DEAD From Drinking
Wood Alcohol
lSpecial To The Ga:ettel

Richmond. Va, Aug. 14.-CaruSo
Carter. aged ffty-two. was found dead
in his room here Saturday when he
Failed to report for duty as clerk
in shoe store.
The man had retired last night in
usual health, and when he failed
10 resuond TO the call to report for
work the door was broken open. He
was found on the floor.
The coroner said he had partaken
of wood alcohol which Is still being
solo around here for liquor, and when
removed to a local hospital he was in
q dying condition, the end coming an
Ee,E after being found
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
nv United PrrSS.l

London, Aug. 14.-ViScount North
clife died at l0:l2 this morning at his
residence At Carlton Gardens.
The famous English publisher who
has been on the verge Of death for
over week. Succumbed peacefully
in the roof top bed chamber which
was bull, 10 give him the benefit of
ali air possible.
Northcliffe grew weaker throughout
The night and scarcely opened his eyes
during the long vigil kept by physi-
clans and nurses from a hastily con-
structed hut on the roof beside mis-
chamber.
The publicist, who has been fighting
for weeks against a mysterious NAL
ady with which he was stricken on his
trip around the world or while in
c3euito in Germany this spring, was
scarcely able to speak during his last
hours.
News of NOrthclitf'S end after weeks
of suffering was a blow TO the entire
empire. Telegrams o. regret and
coincidence were received 10y members
Of the Harmsworth family, North
Gife's name before he was elevated
10 tha peerage, and Fleet street, where
he carved for himself the most dra-
matte career in the annals of British
journalism. was in open mourning.
As a publiciSt. Northcliffe had made
Y"arv enemies. but as Briton, he
yielded the palm to none. and was re-
SUccted in every corner of the world as
one Of the empires leading fighters
and unofficial statesmen.
4 complication Of diseases, includ-
ing toxic poisoning, which caused vio-
lent heart attacks, brought on the
publishers end Leading physicians
a. the empire and one of Americas
best were puzzled TO diagnose the exact
nature of the mysterious malady which
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
f. c. Morse To Go
Before Grand Jury
nv InItcd prrsr.N

Washington, Aug. 14.-ErneSt C..
Morse. former director of sales of the
War Department notified District AZ
torney Peyton Gordon last night that
he would appear here ut ~ a. m. Tues
day to answer war fraud indi.t-
meut brought against him.
Morse declared he received notjii-
cation of the ndiJSSent while he wa
IN Poland July 2lsr. and took the first
shin back to the United States.
Il arrived from Poland ON Manre,
taniN today to answer charges agains,
me. Will be at Your Office at 10
o'clock Tuesday morning unless YOU
make other arrangements. Was ad-
viSed by cable July 2lst of indict
ment Immediately concluded bus
mess and returned"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
The Message To Garcia
tBy United PrcssJ

San Francisco, Aug. III think
Woodward is trying to have some
fun Major Andrew S. Rowan, de-
corated by Congress for carrying
the famous message to Garcia" de-
clared here TODAY when told that Ma
ior Francis R. f. Woodward claimed
to have carried the message. "If
Woodward had read the "apoIOgia"
to a message to Garcia he would not
have spoken.
'I was a good friend of Ebert
Hubbard's and he wrote the story"
The apologize" said:
"The immediate suggestion came
from an argument with my boy Bert
who suggested that Rowan was the
real hero of the Cuban war. Rowan
had gone along and done this thing"
Carried the message to Garcia" J."
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
WASHINGTON
DAY BY DAY

Washington, Aug. yi-Tope OF a
speedy settlement of the railroad
strike was heavily discounted today
when it developed that the conference
of Saturday and Sunday had resulted
in a deadlock between the executives
and the shopmen which paved way
FOR the complete collapse of the latest
peace proffer made by the admins
tration.
This development increased the be-
lief that the President will have TO
ask for authority to carry out MS
plan to take over such roads as arc
necessary 10 insure TRANSFORMATION Of
coal, food and the mails. A bill along
these lines is already in the hands OF
Senator Cummins, chairman of the
Senate Interstate Commerce Commit
tee and author Of the ch-Cummlns
act.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
CBy United PressO

Washington, Aug. li.-Representa-
tives of railroad labor, following
the collapse of President Harding 5
efforts to end the rail strike, are pre-
pairing to place the case of the strik-
ing shopmen before Congress.
Warren s. Stone. leader of the Big
Four Brotherhoods to whom the
strikers have entrusted their fight,
said today that the railroad labor
leaders might take this action to-
morrow, when the House recOnvenes.
after a months recess.
Just what will be asked of Con-
gress was not revealed, but ii is be-
lieved the Rrotherhoods will place
information before Congressional
committees tending 10 show that mo-
tive power is fast deteriorating into
a dangerous condition and demand
the strict enforcement of safety laws.
The BrotherhOOds also probably Will
use this means Of placing before the
country the views of railroad labor
and thus seek public support.
The railroad leaders went into con-
ference again today.
From this conference may result
decision as to whether all railroad
labor shall take up the apparent chal-
lenge of the railroad executives Tor
Il fipht to the finish or continue con-
ciliatory movements.
The brotherhoOds may suggest that
Congress create an impartial tribu-
nal TO settle the seniority question
and other matters involved in the
strike, because of their feeling that
the Railroad Labor Board by n de-
cision shortly after the strike began
in which it virtually Outlawed the
strikers showed prejudice on the SEN
iOrity problem.
Washington, Aug. II. - Baked
again in his latest peace move, Presi-
dent Harding has decided to let the
railroads and the 100000 striking
shop craftsmen fight it out tempo
rarily.
So long as the railroad executives
demonstrate their ability to maintain
service somewhere near normal. Mr..
Harding will keep hands off. If the
transportation system shows signs Of
breaking down. and both sides remain
obdurate. the President will ask con-
eress to sanction federal seizure Of
the roads.
Officials today were looking toward
the Big Four Brotherhoods for the
trend of future developments in the
critical strike situation.
Should this powerful railroad la
Dor group decide 10 take up the chal-
lenge of the railroad executives for a
finish fight. it i admitted that a
serious tie up in transportation could
be brought about in short time
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
Twelve Miners EntOmbed
nv United Presso

Knoxville, Tenn. Aug. 14.-Twelve
men are entombed by cavein, In u
coal mine at Evarts, KY II miles
from Harlan, Ky, according to mea-
ger reports reaching here today,
Mine officials at Middleboro, KY, said
they had been unable to get definite
details of the accident early today.
The mine at Evarts was operating
in suite of the coal strike.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
Two Autos Damaged

Automobiles driven by J. c. Gar
rison. 221 Gibbon street, and Rich
ard Jackson, the latter colored. col
lided shortly before 10 o'clock last
night at the corner of King and Pitt
streets. Both machines were con-
siderably damaged. Occupants es-
capped injury. Sergt. Wilkinson, who
was passing at the time, had the case
in court today and Jackson admitted
that he misjudged the distance in
making the turn which was respon-
sible for the accident. He was fined
$5 for violating the traffic laws.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
Fines Collected In
Court Today Total $50

There were twenty cases on the
docket in the police court today,
Many of those taken in custody for
feited collateral. There were large
number of persons cited for violating
the traffic laws and speeding. Fines
collected amounted to $3.50, includ-
ing the collateral forfeited.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
Reed To Be New
Senator From Pennsylvania
Cnv TnIted PreAs.l J

Philadelphia, Aug. 1i.-MajOr
David A. Reed, Pittsburgh, will be
appointed Senator to succeed the
late Senator VIM. F.. Grow, as soon
as he returns from Wyoming, Gov
ernor Sproul said last night before
leaving for Washington.
Reed is expected to return home
tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
Guests of Pilots on Cruise

The following Washington news
paper men left Saturday afternoon on
cruise to Norfolk as guests of the
Virginia Pilots Association: Isaac
Gregg, Alexandria Gazette; Peter
Daily, Baltimore American; Michael
Flynn, managing editor. WASHINGTON
Times; Walter Duffenbaugh. New
York Sun; Col. Frank p Morgan,
Jack T. Costigan; and Maurice Judd,
New York Sun.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
Engineers To Stage
Band Concert Thursday
Pvrctechnic Display Also on Prog
ram to be Given South of Here

The 18th Engineers Of Camn Hum
phreys, composed Of about $50 men,
will 90 on a practice march through
this city Wednesday and Thursday.
Present plans provide for camn-
ine. directly south Of the city. just
across Hunting Greek bridge. Thurs
day evening. On that evening it is
proposed to have a band concert and n
pyrotechnic display to which the citi-
zens of Alexandria are invited. .,
1t also is proposed 10 have a bail
game in the city Thursday afternoon
between the Engineers and a local
team. On Thursday morning sham
battle has been planned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14

Boston, Aug. 14.-Five steamers load
ed with English and Cape Breton coal,
steamed into Boston harbor today.
They are the vanguard of fleet of
some 18 big freighters now on the
ocean bringing thousands of tons of
coal from foreign countries to Mas
sachusetts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
Two AviatOrS Killed
When Plane Crashes

Dayton, Ohio, August 14,--Lts.
Moriarity and Stoneberge" were
killed when they fell in 4 flaming
airplane at 10:45 a M, there to-
day.
They were flying n McCook Field
plane at a tremendous height over
Wilbur Wright Field when suddenly
il burst into flames and came down.
Both bodies were burned to a
crisp and horribly mangled.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14

Inasmuch as it appears that the
only course left to the Chief EXecV-
tive is to take over certain railroads
which will insure the movement OF coal
and fuel for the public, which author
ity is vested in the President by the
Constitution. all efforts are being MADE
to have a quorum present when the
Housemeets next Tuesday.
Although Representative Mondell
has not ordered that word be sent out
to all absent Congressman it is quite
apparent that press dispatches of the
Presidents statements have been read
bv practically every member OF the
House so it seems certain that II 1t
IS found necessary for the President
to take such drastic steps as taxing
over certain of the railroads OF the
country. he will not be delayed by
Congress.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14

New York.-Two hundred and
twelve styles will be displayed at the
womeu'S activities exhibits, where wo-
men vii lalSo show their influence, ac-
cordng to announcement.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
D'AnnunziO Hurt
tBv Iuited PrrSSl

Garlone, Italy, Aug. Gabrielle
D'Nnumzio poet airman Of Italy was
seriously injured in the head today
when he fell while walking in his
gardens.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14

It is generally said that women are
inconsistent, but according to the Post
Office Department this is not so. IL
Continued on Page 81
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14
ESTABLISHED lisa

Oldest Daily Newspaper In the
Unit>d States and Best Advertls-
ing Medium in Northern Virginia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-14

Fer this secticn-Cloudy and
unset titled today and tomorrow;
moderate temperature; gentle,
variable winds.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1922-08-12
Ripping Rhymes
BY Walt M JASON
The HAPPY LAD

My car is made of zinc, my a is
painted pink; but I'm as gay when
on my way. as n wealthy gink. My
home is but a shack. a woodshed at
the back; but when I'm there 'twould
make you stare to see how high l
stack. Ny watch is built of tin, and
has punk works within; it is a crime,
but keeps the time, the while l toll and
spin. My buds are ready made; / See
the colors fade, but still l spring a
smile and sing-the clothier has been
paid. On liverwurst | dine, and | am
feeling fine; the goods you see belong
to me, and they are truly mine. No
creditor appears with caustic taunts
and sneers, to get his PUNK or have
M Junk sold by the a-uctioneers. No
sheriff comes with writs to scare me
into fits; no bailifs wait around my
gate to bone me for six bits. III have
a limousine some day, and mansion
green: some day III shine in raiment
fine, a silk hat on my bean. Some day
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1922-08-12
Some College Figures

Under this caption the Indianapolis News ap-
plies some of the figures which Earlham college
officials have supplied locally to show that a
school of higher education has a business side
as well as an ethical one from the standpoint of
community appraisement.
The data of Earlham officials were a sur
prise to most Richmond business men, and their
application to Indianapolis shows that the pres
ence of Butler college in that city is not appre-
ciated as fully as it should be.
Of course, the primary purpose of every insti-
tuition of learning is to provide educational fa-
cil1ties for a community, and. the business that
acaues to a community as a result Of its pres
ence is a secondary consideration; but neverthe-
less, the commercial advantages have a direct
bearing when the institution occasionally appeals
for funds to finance a project.
Inqthis case, Earlham has asked for money
to help pay for certain improvements in the ath-
letic department. In so doing, it showed how the
students personally and the institutions as an
organization spent thousands of dollars here an
nually. Emphasis also vas placed on the fact
that hundreds of young men and women of this
community save money by attending Earlham.
Using these factors as the basis of its COM
ments, the News says:
Administrative officials of Earlham college
have madespublic some data relating to the last
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1922-08-12

college year. They show that Earlham had an
enrolment Of 378. The average cost of attend
ance for each student, including board, room,
tuition and laundry, was $3.50. The cost to Rich
mond students, including tuition only, was $3.50.
AS there were 80 Richmond and Wayne county
students who attended the college and still lived
at home, it is estimated that $500 a student or a
total of $45, 900 was saved to those who lived
close enough to attend classes and return to their
homes each day.
investigation extending over a period Of
three years shows that the students spend in
business houses of Richmond an average of $500.
Three other statements are interesting:
Richmond is advertised widely and favor
ably by Earlham college. Five times as many
Richmond people secure a college education as
in a city of equal size in which there is no col
lege. How many families live in Richmond be-
cause Earlham college is located here? 1t is not
possible to determine. For every 100 families
there would be an expenditure of $4,000 per fam
ily-s200,000.'
These things might well be thought of in
connection with the effort to transform Butler
college into a greater school. Much has been
said about the ethical side, but the figures from
Earlham show there is a business side as well.
An institution that would meet the needs in Indi-
annapolis would bring additional residents here.
1t would mean that money now spent elsewhere
because of inadequate higher educational facil-
tiles would be spent here. If the Richmond stu
dents of Earlham saved $45, 900 by attending
a school that was close at hand, several thous-
and students of the Indianapolis school would
have an increasingly larger sum to be expended
if spent at all, in indianapolis. The Indianapolis
enterprise promises to be an investment that will
yield not only dividends in higher educationa.
standards and better citizens, but in money as
we'll"