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The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Russian Murderess Is Dead
Old Crime Is Recalled

GENEVA, April ia tragedy that
attracted the attention of Europe
and America Is years ago has been
recalled with the death in an asylum
near Bernie OF Princess Tatiana Leon
tieff. Russian Nihilist. The Rus
sian Princess. who was known on
two hemispheres for her revolutions
airy activities, shot and killed under
dramatic circumstances a Paris mil
lionaire named Charles Muller. whom
she had mistaken for NJ. Durnovo.
then Russian Minister OF the Interior,
who was alleged to have sent thou
sands of Russian political prisoners
10 death In Siberia.
NJ. Muller was lunching alone at a
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Confessed Slayer Leads
Police to Crime Scene

ALBANY, Ore, April 19.-Russell
Hecker. confessed slayer of Frank
Bowker, Portland musician, lead the
police to a point in the Calapocia
River where he tied Bowker in a
Jack weighed down with stones and
had thrown him into the river.
Hecker collapsed at the scene OF
the crime. Hecker's father is lead
ing the police in dragging the river
for the body.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19

hotel in Interlaken when Princess
Leontieff. who was only 90 approach
ed his table ard fired several shots.
Her innocent victim fell lifeless to
the floor. the Princess exclaiming,
Thank God. I've rid Russia of the
greatest murderer on earth" The
Princess was unaware that the real
object of her vengeance, NJ. Durnovo,
had left for Berlin two days before.
She was sentenced to four years
penal scryitude and 20 years expul-
sion from Switzerland After two
years lin prison the unfortunate wo-
man became insane. and was re-
moved to an asylum at Munsingcn
near Borne, where she died.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
TO ABANDON
CAMP LEWIS
War Department Negotiations
Are Announced by
Major Griffith.

SAN FRANCISCO, April 19-Plans
calling for the virtual Abandonment
of Camp Lewis. Washington. are be-
ing negotiated by the War Depart
ment. Major F. d. Griffith Assistant
Chief of Staff of the Ninth Corps
Area, announced here today.
1t is stated that Camp Lewis troops
will be distributed among the per-
manent posts on the Pacific Coast.
Camp Lewis will be retained only
for summer training session. accord
ing to the present plans, and at all
other times will be In charge of a
caretaker.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Prisoners +: Fall in = Love
Missives Are Exchanged

the Wilmington League OF Women
Voters told OF having found an ''un-
foreground mail system" in the work
house
Notes were hidden in food. in ar
ticles OF clothing. or carried by
TRUSTEES" he said "Often men sent
notes outside to have them hidden
in cakes. pies and candy sent later
to girls.
There are pretty girls in the work
many of them make good wives. l
know Of one case where at least 10
men have written they are ready to
die for one girl imprisoned here"
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
DANIEL LANDON
IS NOMINATED
SEATTLE MAYOR
Contest for Second Place Be-
tween Dentist and Cor
poration Counsel.
2 WOMEN WIN PLACE
AS COUNCIL MEMBERS
Three Out of Six Nominated
for Council to Be Ell
ected on May Z.

BULLETlN-SEATT April 49,
Walter r. Meier, in a statement this
afternoon, conceded his defeat for the
nomination for Mayor and said Dr..
Brown was second man for mayoralty
honors in yesterdays primaries.
SEATTLE, April 19.-On the face
of the complete unofficial count of
yesterdays primaries, Daniel Landon,
state Senator, with 1855, has been
nominated for the mayoralty but an
official recheck will be necessary to
decide whether he will be opposed
by DR. Edwin J. Brown, dentist, with
5000, or Walter Meier, corporation
counsel, 1888.
The vote of the three other candi-
dates follows:
Thomas ]. Cunningham, 5,117.
Charles H. Miller, 1,474
Ira D. Lundy, $40.
H. s. Turner, 612
councilmanic Race
Mrs. Henry Landes, for the city
council, polled 31,427, more than
twice the number polled by her near
est competition.
Others nominated for the city
council a4e as follows:
E. L. Blaine, manufacturer, 1880.
E. b. Cox, in the banking bust
ness, 1920.
Mrs Kathryn Miracle, real estate
dealer. 10.937.
T. H. Bolton, incumbent, salesman,
1O.Ss1.
William Hickman Moore, incumb-
ent. 9,817.
There were Is other candidates,
including A. T. Drake. incumbent,
who was defeated. r. H. Thompson,
another incumbent, did not run.
Three coundlmen are to be chosen
at the city election on May 2.
Harry w. Carroll, for comptroller,
had no opposition, neither did Ed.
L. Terry, for city treasurer.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19

WILMINGTON. Del. April 10
Fgirtations between men and women
prisoners at the Newcastle County
Workhouse have reached such point
that Mordecai S. Plummer. warden.
rather than have them exchange
notes secretly has established a Jail,
post office and censorship for love
letters.
ut was the logical thing TO do.
said the warden. Because men or
women are in jail Is no reason to
think they will not fall in love. Lots
Of romances begin in prison"
Mr.. Plummer in an address before
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Portuguese Aviators
Are Now at Equator

PERNAMBUCO, Brazil, April 49,.
The Portuguese aviators, Captains
Coutinho and Sacadura, in the flight
from Lisbon to Brazil, have arrived
at Cliffs, St. Pauls Rock, just about
at the equator This is according
to the Brazilian Times. The last
flight was from Cape Verde Islands
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Tariff Bill May Carry
Provisions for Soldiers

WASHINGTON, April 19.-White
House callers today represented
President Harding as favorable to
the suggestions that bonus revenue
raising provision be inserted in the
tariff bill 1t is said that President
Harding is still insisting that any
bonus bill adopted carry or be ac-
companied by provisions of obtain
ing the necessary funds.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
FAMINE CAUSES UPRIsINGs
IN UKRAINE DISTRICT

NEW YORK. April 19-Warsaw
special to The World says the spread
of famine across the Ukraine has ex-
posed the Moscow government to
fresh uprising as the Ukrainians are
not dying passively like the people
of the Volga. Interior districts are
in open instruction. Red cavalry
are. with difficulty. holding open
lines OF communication.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Jury Finally Secured
Second Trial Of Burch

Los ANGELES, April 19.-After
four weeks efforts jury composed
of four women and eight men has
been selected for the second trial OF
Arthur Bureh, charged with the al
legged murder of j. Bolton Kennedy.
This afternoon attorneys began
the work of selecting an alternate.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Danger Of Famine in
Russia Believed Passed

NEW YORK, April 19.-All real
danger of famine in Russia has
passed. according to former Governor
Goodrich. of Indiana. who has re-
turned after a six months tour in
the stricken regions. The tour was
in behalf of the American Relief
Committee
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Seattle Man Considered
AS Head of Fisheries

WASHINGTON, April 19.-The ap-
pointment Of a Commissioner of
Fisheries 10 succeed Hugh Smith
who recently resigned, will be made
shortly This is the statement made
this afternoon at the Department of
Commerce. 1t is understood that
Henry O'Malley, seal assistant, at
Seattle, is being seriously considered
for the appointment.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Claims 129 Non-union
Mines Closed Since
Strike Began

PITTSBURGH, Pa, April 49,
The district offices of the Unit
ed Mine Workers today gave
out list of 1919 non-union mines
in Western ylvania which.
are declared TO have been closed
by union organizers since the
coal miners strike began.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Parents Should
Cut Out Coddling
OF Children

SPOKANE, Wash, April 10
More physical labor and less
coddling should be the program
for the training of American
children, DIR. A. #. Mccormack,
state health officer, of Ken
lucky, declared today before
the Northwest Public Health In
stitute.
DR.. Mccormack said The
American children should be
taught the nobility of labor"
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Congressman Sweet
Will Run for Senate

DIES MONIES, April 19-Congress
man Burton E. Sweet today filed his
candidacy for United States Senator
subject to the Republican primaries
in June.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Minnesota Experiencing
Blizzard and Snow Fall

ST. PAUL. April 19.-Blizzards are
raging throughout Minnesota today
and cover practically the entire state
The snow fall ranges from one to
six inches.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Old Ammunition Dump
Explodes ; Great Damage

BELGRADE, April ia terrific
explosion occurred late this afternoon
It Monastir, old Serbia, when an am
nunition dump blew up. Enormous
lamage was done. The number OF
lead and injured is unknown.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
racOMA oRIM ARIES

T'~"NA, Apr'l 19.--For Mayor,
A. V. F ,vc-tt was not only nominal
ed at yaytcrdav's munic:pal primar-
les. hvt reca'vod majority over
II o.htor eandd1tas. which actually
elec's him under the primary law.
Mayor Fawce.t was recalled in
1911. This is the second election as
Mayor since that time.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
President Harding Says
He Approves McNary Bill

WASHINGTON, April 19.-Presi-
dent Harding today told Con-
gresional delegation that he approx
ed of the McNary bill creating a
$3.50. 100000 revolving fund for the
development of Western and South
ern reclamation drainage projects.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Mexican Rebels Attack
Town and Secure Plumber

MEXICO CITY, April 19.-Fran-
cisco Coranova attacked the town OF
Portrero Del Liam. in the State OF
Vera Cruz. late yesterday, with 500
men. He sacked the town and the
rebels carried off valuable plumber.
This is according to official reports.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
new TREATY TO
Be DECLARED AS
NULL AND VOID
Russo-Cerman Pact Will Be
Set Aside by Repara-
ton Commission.

ULLETIN-GENoA, April 49,
Indications that a satisfactory solu-
ton of the situation created by the
signing of the Russo German treaty
may be attained was shown late this
afternoon following a private confer
ence between Premier Lloyd George,
Chancellor Wirth and DR.. Walter
Rathenau, German Foreign Minister.
This is according to an italian dele
gate.
LONDON, April 19.-The Allies
have agreed that the Preparations
Commission shall declare the Russo
German treaty null and void This
is according to a dispatch received
here from Genoa by the Daily Mail.
FEELING IN U. S.
WASHINGTON, April 19.-Al-
.hough the American government is
neglecting no opportunity to keep
informed, what information does
come from Genoa is through Allied
officials here.
American officials here betray no
anxiety over developments at the
economic conference as they affect
American interests.
Upon the highest authority it is
said the new treaty between Russia
and Germany means nothing to the
United States.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
RELIEF STEAMER OFF.

CAIRO, Ill, April ia relief
steamer left during the night for the
Dog Tooth Bend district, near Fay.
vile, where $50 negro families are
marooned by food. Several families
are reported in famished condition.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
PADDLE TO POLLS

''''HrTOWN. H., April 19.-De-
sp; n thu foct that the voters had to
paddle to the polls in boats because
of hn ~s~c:e~t flood conditions, a
heavy vota WIS cast in yesterdays
municipal primaries.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
Thousands of Men Are Work
ing to Prevent Levees
from Breaking.
MANY LARGE TOWNS
In THREATENED AREA
IF e d eral Appropriation Is
Asked to Fight Missis-
sippi River Floods.

BULLETIN = MEREDOSIA, ILL.,,
April 19.-The levees of the Mare
dosia Lake Drainage District on
beth sides of the Illinois River,
broke this afternoon flooding 5000
acres and homes of more than so
families. It is believed all people
in the flooded area escaped.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
WILL HAYS CANCELS CONTRACTS
FOR SHOWING ARBUCKLE FILMS

Decentralization showing
said his
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
"FATrYe RECEIVES SOLAR PLExus


informed Will n.
tracts for showing o
shock
Arbuckle s.e
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
KNOWN DEAD 80.

CHICAGO, April 19.-Latest re-
ports from the storm and food area
in four adjacent states put the total
number of dead at 80, with two
missing and 800 injured.
Several million dollars worth Of
damage to property has been done.
Illinois and Indiana were the
hardest hit by the storm with the
known dead in Illinois being IL and
in Indiana 10.
The storms are moving eastward
today with their force apparently
spent.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19
ASKS FEDERAL AID.

LITTLE ROCK, April l9.-The
situation in Arkansas where thou
sands of men are working night and
day to save the levees, is reported
critical.
Additional forces of men are being
recruited today.
If the levees break the water
would flood thousands of square
miles of rich farm lands in Southern
Arkansas and Northeastern Louis
lana, including many important
towns.
Governor Thomas G. McRae this
afternoon telegraphed to Washing
ton asking the Federal Government
for an emergency appropriation to
be used in fighting the Mississippi
River floods.
The Alaska daily empire., 1922-04-19

CONTINUED On raae TWO,
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
TO ENTER NEW FIELD

G. G. Kittredge, who for the
past six years, has been con-
nected with the Bosworth Store
Co., left Sunday noon for Bos-
ton, where he will enSsr in the
employ of the Sherwia- Will.
Jams Co., large Wholesale deal
ers in paints, oils, varnishes,
ETC., acting. as their Vermont
representative.
During Mr.. Kittredge's con-
nection with the Bosworth Co.
he has secured many friends,
both in business and social
life. Being a member of the
Congregational church, he has
taken an active part in that de-
nomination. The community ex
tend to him their wishes for
success in his new business life.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
WALTER J. CHESNEY

Mr.. Walter j. Chesney, a
former resident of this town,
died at his home in Intervale,
N. H., Tuesday morning, April
4th, the funeral service being
held there Thursday the 9th.
His remains were brought
to Island Pond and. buried in
the family lot, in the old ceme-
terry, Saturday morning,the 9Th
the burial being conducted by
Island Pond Lodge, No. "a, F.
e. A. M.,, of which lodge he
had been a member during the
past thirty-four yeaCx. One
son, Adolphus J. and two
grandsons, Ray E. and Glen E.
were also members of this
lodge, making three genera
tiOns.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20

HORSES CLIPPED at Boyce's
Grain Shed---$2.OO each
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
Prominent Berlin Contractor
to Open Branch Here

J. E. Byron, a prominent
building contractor, of Berlin,
n. H., has hired the Sweeney
freight shed on Railroad street
and will carry a complete line
of all kinds of building mater
al. A car of shingles and one
of mixed building material are
already on the road. J. B.
Nichol, a frst-class carpenter,
will be connected with Mr..
Byron, stationed at this point.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
SUGAR PARTY

Mrs Carl Norris entertained
fourteen small children, who
live near her home on Derby
street, one day last week, by 6
real maple sugar party, with all
they could eat on snow. They
were the happiest and sweetest
little crowd ever was, and Mrs
Norris had her share of the
pleasure also, even to the
washing up" before they
went home.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
BATCHELDER-PrER

At the home OF Mr.. cad Mrs.
E. J. Batchelder, on Mountain
Street, Wednesday, April 18th,
a quiet wedding was solemniz-
ed, when their daughter, Hazel
was united in marriage to Mr..
Vernard Piper, of East Charles
ton. The ceremony was per-
formed by Rev. B. l.. Chase,
pastor of the Congregational
church. They were attended
by the brides sister, Dorothy,
and brother, Carl. Only the
pastors wife and the immedi-
ate family were present. They
will reside in East Charleston.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
SURPRISE PARTY

At the Y NJ C A Thursday
evening, a surprise party was
given Gilbert Kittredge. 33
of his friends were present. An
interesting program was car
ried out, and games were play
ed. He was presented with a
ten dollar gold piece. Rev. B.
L. Chase adding to the gift a
gracious speech,at the present,
alton. Gilbert responded in
an appreciative manner. All
join in wishing him prosperity
in his new field of labor.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
HIGH GRADE SEED
POTATOES FOR SALE

Limited quantity of 5 vigorous
types, all free from disease and
hand selected. These potatoes
are grown especially for seed,
without the use of barnyard
manure. If so desired, by
purchasers, l will treat" these
potatoes with formalin solution
free of charge to prevent
"scab" from infected soil, if
cash accompanys order up to
May 1st.
J. E. SMITH, R. D. No. l
4-20-22
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20

We are endeavoring to col
lect material for the publica-
ton of a Community Cook
Book" and would request each
one of the community's house
wives and cooks to contribute
their favorite or most success
full recipe. Please sign your
name to all recipes which you
may send in. Address Essex
County Herlad, Island Pond,
Vt.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
Card of Thanks

l wish to extend my thanks
to all my relatives and friends
who so kindly remembered me
on my birthday.
Mrs. Thos. Seymour, Sr.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
Checker Tournament

The checker tournament
came to its final with the town
team as champions. The
standing of the players is as
follows:
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20
IlISusic-
One of the real pleasures of life

Did you ever stop to realize
just how necessary music is to
us all and what a prominent
part it plays in our daily lives?
With your Victrola you can
have any kind that your musi-
cal taste calls for at any time
you want it.
In case you're not among those
who have already bought a
Victrola, will you let US. talk
the matter over with you? A
phone call, a post card or a Wis
it at our store will place our
time at your disposal. Wewill
be glad to give you a demon
stration in our store, if you pre-
fer, will put a machine in your
home with no obligations what
ever for the trial.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1922-04-20

LAX EVIEW LIVERY
Day and Night Service
All Standish, Prop.
Phone 1874 Island Pond, Vt.
Omaha daily bee., 1922-05-28

crossed the little patch Of lawn and walked
down to the gate. Inspector Wessex stepped
out of the car.
"Mr. Harley" he cried. THANK heaven you
here. have walked straight out Of the
Great Yarmouth case into one that has simply
stunned me-"
What do you mean?" asked Harley. What
has happened?"
Murder has happened"
what! Another beach crime?"
Nothing Of the kind Some one has been
murdered at Dyke Grange, not mile from
here"
But when?"
"Tonight-less than hour ago"
'What?" cried Harley. How in heavens
name did you come to hear of it?'
Simple enough" explained Wessex. 1.-THE
Norfolk police knew here, and when the
application came through to Yarmouth the
superintendent, knowing where was bound for,
i'phoned to have me intercepted. So, instead of
coming to the Cardinals Hat went to Dyke
Grange, and only left there 10 minutes ago."
And you say murder has been commit
ted 2" exclaimed
Undoubtedly. But the circumstances! Cen
tlemen, am utterly bewildered."
DO you want me to look into the matter?"
asked Harley.
Il beg of you to do So Mr.. Harley. don't
know what to make of it,
Come up to my room for moment and
then we will accompany you"
Wessex agreed. and presently the three of US
were seated in the little low ceilinged room, the
lattice windows wide open, so that from where
we sat could see the headlights of the car in
the lane. An oil lamp burned upon the table.
and Henry. the solitary waiter Of the "Cardi-
nails Hat" had placed a tray Of refreshments
beside it.
ITS this way" said Wessex, leaning his
elbows upon the table and staring across at us.
Dyke Grange Is an old Jacobean place, at one
time surrounded by a moat The moat is dry
now. however. The property is supposed to be
to let, and is actually in the hands of Nor
wch estate agent. But from what I can gath
er the owner places impossible obstacles in the
way OF prospective lessees.'
who is the owner?"
"Sir Joseph Peek"
what" cried Harley. "And you don't think
he really wants to let Dyke Grange? Why not ?"
well" Wessex spoke slowly, "a man named
Forder and his wife act caretakers and live
in the wing where the servants quarters are
situated They a very unpleasant couple,
but don't think they know anything about the
crime. The rest of the house is unfurnished,
with the exception Of bedroom and sitting
room. access to which can be gained by side
entrance ! rather fancy" He hesitated,
staring significantly at Harley.
What do you fancy?" prompted the latter
Il fancy Sir Joseph used these rooms at odd
times"
''For?" prompted Harley.
'Well--he slept there when he was too drunk
to go home and also arranged interviews there
which he did not want to take place at the Hall,
you understand"
Omaha daily bee., 1922-05-28

He turned to Wessex. ''Where are the man
Forder and his wife," he asked.
They are in their own quarters at the other
end Of the house. Relations Of the dead man,
and others. there as we'll; and a local Of
fcer is on duty in the next room-the room
through that doorway yonder. But" he
spoke eagerly--"do I understand that you
have seen this dagger before"
II have, Wessex! But be patient. Let us go
in. This was the way you approached tonight?"
YES" replied the inspector shortly, pqued I
thought, by Harley's retcence.
He pushed the leaves Of the window and they
opened noiselesly.
We walked down the steps onto the polished
floor There was curiously musty smell in
the room. not unlike that of a cheap cigar
Harley dropped one knee, and, bending,
stared intently at the dagger. BY the light Of
his electric torch he examined it critically but
without touching it, This done, he raised it.
submitted it to further scrutiny and replaced it,
Then.
'Not STAIN" he muttered. mot STAIN 1t
fell yard from where it lies. The notch is
just discernible. 1t hasn't been touched, Wes-
sex?"
mo: it lies exactly where found It,"
The sound Of an interrogatory cough reached
us from the room beyond, and:
ITS all right, constable cried Wessex.
Were coming in
The communicating door open, and our
footsteps echoing in the big, empty room, we
crossed and entered that adjoining - In some
respects it was similar except that it possessed
Gothic windows and lighted from the
north. The constable was standing by the
window. watching the doorway through which
we had come, and some distance from him.
beside second closed door, lay the huddled
figure of man wearing riding kit. He lay
half upon his face, clinched fist shot
straightly out before him, the other arm doub-
led under him naturally. great quantity Of
hoA CTS cd he
We stood for moment silent, then:
"Anything to report?" asked Wessex.
mo, SIR" replied the constable, evidently
awed by the intrusion Of a great tragedy into
his humdrum routine.
did you move hm?" asked Harley turning
to Wessex.
"Only enough to enable the doctor to examine
his wound" was the reply.
''Who sent for the doctor?"
"The man Forder. after he had communi-
Gated with the police"
"And he arrived while you were here?"
! He had arrived few minutes before"
s II see. Was he smokng?"
Smoking? No. Why do you ask "
Sniff Wessex, sniff" He turned suddenly to
the constable. you have not been smoking.
officer "
Certainly not, sir.'
Z "sure?"
"Quite. sir!"
Harley walked all around the ghastly figure,
shining his torch upon the floor and examining
the bloodstains. ..
Anything of interest in his pockets?" asked
Harley.
Nothing" was the reply. Keys, cigarets, a
few odds and ends in his note case. but no