The daily star-mirror. (Moscow, Idaho) 1911-1939, 1922-10-03

Atlanta, Ga.-(A. P.)-Mrs. W. H.
FELTON,, aged 81 years, of Cartersville,
became the first woman member Of
the United States senate today, when
she was appointed by Governor
Thomas w. Hardwick to fill the va
cancy caused by Senator Thomas E..
Watson's death, until the people elect
a successor in November. At the same
time Governor HardWick announced
his candidacy to succeed Watson, who
died last week in Washington. The
primary election will be held October
II.
Railroad Men Get Former Wages
Chicago-(A. PA new agree
ment maintaining the old rate of pay,
ruIes and working conditions, was
signed today by the representatives of
approximately 49 railroads and sub
sidiaries, and the Brotherhood of
Railroad trainmen and Order of Rail-
way conductors.
Turkish Cavalry Retires
Constantinople-(A. P.)-The Turk
ish cavalry retired from its advanced
position in the Chanak area, decreas-
ing the danger of conflict there. This
withdrawal is described in messages
from the Dardanelles as Slight" and
is supposed here to be in consequence
of word received by the Turks in the
Mudania conference, in session. The
Turks, however, are said to be still
well within the neutral zone.
Block Wenatchee Southern Road Plan
Washington-(A. P.)- Recommen-
datiOns were made to the interstate
commerce commission today by one of
H. H. To1,r f1In n
Southern Railroad company not be
allowed to carry out its plans to build
80 miles Of new track in Washington
at cost of $3,27O,OOO. The exami-
ner's report, which has yet to be
passed by the commission, recon-
mended specifically that the road be
refused certificate of public con-
venience, which is ordinarily required
before new transportation facilities,
to be operated in interstate commerce,
can be constructed.
Extend Time for Evacuation
London-(A. P.)-The Turkish nat
ionalists will extend the time for the
evacuation of refugees from Smyrna,
Reuters agency learned today.
New Irish Constitution Adopted
Dublin-(A. P)-Parliament today
passed by large majority the clause
in the new Irish constitution contain
ing the oath of allegiance.
Take Up Minimum Wage Matter
Chicago-(A. P.)-The railroad la
Dor board today, again in executive
session, took up the consideration of
the cause of the maintenance OF way
employees petition for an increased
minimum wage. Just~when a decis-
ion is expected has not been indicated.
Inquire Into Wheat Speculation
Washington-(A P.)-The story of
series of speculative operations in
wheat last winter and spring, involv
ing about 100000 bushels, was de-
tailed to the federal trade commission
by J. Leonard Replogle, New York
steel manufacturer, at the initial ses-
sion today of the commissions senate
directed inquiry into grain price fluc-
tuatiOns.
Socialists Want Place on Ballot
Helena, Mont.-(A. PA place on
the ballot for the general election for
a full slate of congressional and state
candidates, was asked by the socialist
party in Montana in petition filed
this morning with Secretary of State
OCcW al u. "A IulluS Wy tuO nhOAieSsiiet
supreme court held that party.
newly organized after a primary cleo
tion and before general election,
may secure a place on the ballot by
petition.
Evacuate Neutral Zone
Paris-(A. PA Havas dispatch
from Smyrna, Turkish nationalist
headquarters, says that it is announ-
ced that the Kemalists have evacuated
the neutral zone along the straits of
the Dardanelles.
Constantine in Exile Again
Palermo-(A. P.) = Former King
of Greese, going into ex-
lie after a second abdication, arrived
here at II a. M, with members of his
party aboard the Greek steamship
Patria.
Twenty-six Turks Killed
Constantinople-(A P.)-Twenty-six
Turkish irregulars, including one Of
ficer were killed by the Greek forces