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Paragould soliphone. (Paragould, Ark.) 1918-1950, 1922-01-16

Jason L. Light has moved his law
office from the Trice building en-
Emerson street into the office GUAR
ters Of Judge W. w, Bandy. Judge
Bandy has abandoned the location
SIS regular office, having entered
upon the term as Judge of the civil
division Of etaeait court. to which
position ne was elected at The re-
cent special election; he was sworn
in st the openiug term Of court at
Oscoola. The two libraries OF mr..
Li8ht and Judge Bandy have be
come combined in Mfr. Lights latest
office arrangement. Judge Bandy
VIII retain a personal desk in his
former office, where private business
matters viii be disposed Of while
oorving in his new capacity as
Judge
Paragould soliphone. (Paragould, Ark.) 1918-1950, 1922-01-16

Prot J. ". Ramsey loft this
morning FOR his home at Helena.
lie was Joined at Jonesboro by his
vile, who has been spending a few
dass there he zueat Of Mrs r. z. L.
johnson. Poi Ramsey has bosn
chosen superintendent Of The schools
az Helspz.
Paragould soliphone. (Paragould, Ark.) 1918-1950, 1922-01-16

The annual meeting of the stock
holders Of the Bank Of Brookland
was held Tuesday Of This week and
FRA c. Walb was elected a9d checked
in rs cashier, to succeed Nj. 2.
Jones, who was forced to resign on
account Of failing health sometime
ago. J. ". Price Sr. was chosen
director TO FIJI the vacancy caused
also by the resignation Of MI, Jones.
Paragould soliphone. (Paragould, Ark.) 1918-1950, 1922-01-16

Entered at the postoffice. AT Para
gould, Arkansas. as second-class mail
matter
Paragould soliphone. (Paragould, Ark.) 1918-1950, 1922-01-16
W. German Qnoation.

He said the Preparations Cemmis-
sion had agreed to grant a mora
forum for Germany on her repara-
lions payments. you must make up
your mind on that question:
moratorium for Germany. II is
granted because France has no voice
in it. II France had had the de-
cision it never would have been con-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
Legal Advisors To Former Town Chairman Said To Have Good Case Against Present Leaders Of Party - Position Is Of Vital Importance Due To Great Party Reorganization Now Talk ing Place.

-- John A. Leonard is to legally con- test the election last fall of J. Alex publican Town Committee. according to well defined rumors in political CIT cles today. Close friends of MT. Leonard say that he has secured a legal opinion on his removal as hea d of the town committee in favor of Mr. Robinson, and that he has been ad- vtsed to question MT. Robinson s claim to the ohairmanshtp. MT. Leonard was deposed as leader of the Bridgeport pay ty just prior to the last election. while he was absent from the city because of i'll health The chair manship is of vital Importance at strenuous efforts now beins made to- wards q thorough revision and recon struction Of the Republican forces, and the reunion of the disturbing fac tions and clements.
 Additional eight is given to the reports in view of the carefully word ed resolution aoopUe6 at the Repub- Hcan peace conference" in The Stratfield last night, which authoriz- ed the conferences committee to cen fer with the regularly appointed of ficiais" or the party on Ways and means of affecting reunion of the opposing :acrionaI elements.
 One of the primary purposes be- hind last nights gathering was the reorganization of the Republican party in Bridgeport and the selection or a new leader acCepIdiOlo to every faction. Ultimately this will lead to the removal of Chairman Robinson and the election of Colonel Elmer H. Ravens as his successor. The powers behind last nights conference are said to be urging MT. Leonard to con- test Chairman Robinson's authority, and are working flor the reinstate- ment of Leonard fin order that he may formally step down in favor of Colonel Ravens.
 Particular reference to regularly appointed officials" of the party was made in the resolution, 1t is said, to authorize the committee to confer with the one they believe Is the legal head of the party. Whether the committee sanctions MT. Robinson's election, or whether it favors MT. Leonard's claim could not be learned today. According to the phraseo1ogy of the resolution, the committee has the power to recognize either Robin son or Leonard, and the one they se- 1ect will be generally accepted by the rank and file of their following as the accredited head of the party.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
Graves Registration Men
 Deny Charge Of Finding
 Ropes On Soldiers Necks

Washington. Jan. 17-Former ser vice men detailed for duty with the American Graves Registration Ser vice in France denied before a Sem ate Investigating committee that the bodies of soldiers legally put to death in France were buried with rope around the neck and the black cap which had been placed on them on the gallows.
 John R. Flynn. of Cambridge, Mass. and G. A. Bamford, of Wash ington, both testified that they had heard nothing to substantiate such charges. Flynn declared that Ru- fus P. Hubbard, of New York, who had testified that he saw bodies with rope and cap intact was a trouble maker" who had to be transferred on that account.
 The committee went into hanging methods as part Of it's general investi- gation of charges laid before the Sem ate by Senator Watson, Democrat, of Georgia. that soldiers were hanged without trial in France.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
TORIES OPPOSE LLOYD GEORGES
 ELECTION PLAN

London, Jan. 1.-The first official move towards breaking the political coalition which put Premier Lloyd George in power took place today when the Unionist reconstruction commit tee voted 73 to II against a general election until the House of Lords is reformed and the governments econ only and trade pledges are made good.
 This is considered a direct affront to Premier Lloyd George, who is all ready at loggerheads with Lord Younger, the so-called 'Unionist boss.'' The Premier is anxious to have a general election at the ear Hest possible moment so that he can capitalize the British achievements at Washington and Cannes and the Irish settlement. The Unionists want the proposed election put off until Au- tumn.
 There is much gossip in political clubs over the outcome of the politi- cal quarrel and the possibility of Pre- mier IIoyd-George resigntng.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
ELUSIVE $4,OOO ELECTION BET
 BRIEFS FILED

Briefs, covering many pages, will be filed today with Referee in Bank ruptcy. John Keogh, by Attorney Jos sph Shapiro. The briefs cover l. timony and opinions of the bankrupt action of Edward F. Hall of the Hall Construction company. The concern entered the bankruptcy courts almost simultaneously with the defeat of ex- Mayor Wilson at the last election.
 Much time and keenness was neces- sary to trace s4,0o0. that was paid to Hall about election day, for work done for the city The money was us ed in a futile bet, placed on the un- lucky candidate. The law firm of Lavery .2 Finklestone, interested with Shapiro, and representing ere dtors, endeaored to attach the r:oney, hut were evidently a half step behind Hall whc had obtained the money al tl1e City hall before an attachment could be placed.
 It was only after thre.U.s of bring ing c. nteEips of cn'rt al perjury proceedings that witnesses who knew the location of the elusive $4, 900 gave information that led to re- covery of the money. It will be de- cided by Refer ee Keogh whether -he money shall be turned over to I.avery & Finklestone, or what disposition should be made of 1t as part of the assets of Ehe defunct company.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
PALMER, MASS. PHONE MANAGER
 HANGS HIMSELF

Palmer, Mass. Jan. 17-Char1es W Chamberlfn. manager of the local ex- change of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Co., Who was implicat- ed in the alleged defalcations of Town Treasurer George E. CIough and was ara -gned yesterday on a charge of receiving stolen town funds, hanged himself in his cell at the police sta- ton early today. His body was found suspended by his nuffler, which was attached to the top of the cell door. by the janItor of the build ing when he came on duty for the day
 MT. Chamberlin had been in the employ of the telephone company 2i years and came here from Concord N. H.. to become exchange manager II years ago. He was arrested Sat urday and when arraiened yesterday pleaded snot guilty and was iteid ia SI0,O0 bonds which he was unable to furnish Since his arrest he had protested his innocence He admitted business dealings with TowTi Treas urer Clough but declared he had nc knowledse that 51ONvTs funds were in voIved. The sum involved in Clough's alleged defalcations is S20-90e and the same amount was mentioned in the charge against Chanberlin-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
17 REPUBLICANS
 ATTEND DILLON
 PEACE. MEETING
Although Sixty Leaders Of The c. O. P. Were In vited Only IT Attend Conference-Every Fac tion Was Represented - Committee Appoint ed To Effect Reorganization

ator Howard s. Challenger, Patrick O'Brien, James A. Turner, Seward B. Price, and Howard F. Smith,
 And be it further resolved: Ina the above committee shall consult with the regularly appointed officials of the said local Republican party for the purpose of reuniting the same"
 To Meet This Week.
 It was stated after the meeting that the committee will meet this week, and arrange for a confere nee with the powers of the party to con Vey the desires and purposes of the new organization, particularly their wishes on the election of a new town chairman. It is expected that Col. Havens will be made chairman of the
 Ehe seventeen who accepted the invitations and were present last night. follow:
 Senator Howard s. Challenger. Rep resentative W F. D. Fitzpatrick Sew ard E. Price, Mrs. Grace Richardson. John L.. Lyons (who represented John A. Leonard). Mrs. Elmer H. Eavens Alderman David W. Price, Mrs. Carl c. Beck, Mrs. Mary L. Lynch, Robert FitzRoy, Mrs. Edith Peace, Samuel Dave, Mrs. Eloise Peabody, Mrs. H. Willard Flecl1, Edward c. Spargo John F. Maloney and ex-Senator John B.. Dillon.
 Those who received invitations but did not attend follow:
 Senators Alexander L. Delaney and E. Earle Garlick, Representative Charles L. Dennis Town Chairman J. T. Beers, Mrs. Theodore Steiber, Mrs Frank E. Sullivan, Mrs. Alicia D Campbell, Andrew J. Northey, Mrs w. F. D. Fitzpatrick, Judge Frederic A. Bartlett, William Webb, Howard F. Smith. Mrs. A. w. Smith, William Chew, John R. Carter, Mrs William Lounsbury. Clarence E. Winton, Thomas J: Connor. Patrick o'Brien, James A. Turner, Frank G. Funkie. Miss HarrIett Keith, Miss Bridget Lester, Alderman Earle c. Martin, s. Frank Cone, George w. Sa1tzer. Will liam E. Primrose, Alderman Wilbert Sanford, Frank E. Squires, Alderman Charles c. B1ackham, Mrs. George Dorn, Frank Braithwaite, Alfred W. Burdick, Arthur F. CQnnor, Mrs. Will liam Jepson. Edward K. Beach, Ed ward B. Doulens, F. William Behrer1s. George M. Flames, Matthew H. Rog- CTS, Clarence E. Bilton and Andrew M. Cooper,
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
CHANGES SURE
 TO BE MADE IN
 POLICE PERSONNEL

Shifts and changes among the Po- lice department personnel will prob ably result from the failure of the Board of commissioners to make ap- pointments or promotions at last nights meeting. Reassignments have not yet been definitely worked out but if the departtme ent is to remain for an indefinite time at it's present nu- merica1 strength, some changes will have to be made.
 Police officials showed no inclina- ton to discuss this matter at length today, but It is probable that shifts will be made in the Traffic depart ment as well as in the various pre- cfncts. Men were removed from street duty some time ago to bolster up the Traffic squad. This measure was taken on the supposition that new ap- pointments would be made, but under present conditions it appears that men will have to be removed from this to fill the vacancies in the precincts
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
DEMOCRATS ARE PLATED OVER
 CITY ELECTION

New Haven. Jan. IT - Democrats professed elation today over the vic tory of Mayor James F. Connery, Democrat, of Middletown. yesterday, having been reelected over his Re- publican opponent. Gibson W. Wilson. by a plurality of 394. The Democrats elected all their counctlmanic ticket for the first time in ten years, and will control by a 10 to majority in this body. Miss Clara Kelsey, Repub- Iicsn, was defeated for assessor by her Democratic opponent. May C.. Hill, by 20 votes.
 The Democrats have carried all the Connecticut cities where elections have been held within the past few months except Norwalk and Wnh- mantle. Democratic mayors are in charge of this city. Bridgeport and Waterbury, the latter two cities Gav- ing turned out Republicans. Meri- den, under the new charter, chose a Democrat, replacing a Republican mayor. In Willimantic Mayor Chas. A. Gates was declared elected after a contest by three votes
 State politicians are now looking toward Hartford and New Britain where city elections are held in April. both being in charge of Repub- licanS.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
ALDERMAN W0UL 3 MAKE COURT PAY
 CITY FOR RENTAL

Judge Paul L. Miller of tine Pro- bate court will have to contribute to the coffers of the city in the form of rental for the courts suit of rooms troduced by Alderman William E. Ho- gan to the Board of Aldermen last night is adopted Claiming that the court, as a creation of the state is en- tirely outside the control of the city government, and that the city is be- ing unjllStly charged for more than Its share of the courts expenses, Al derman Hogan moved the appointment of a com nmrttee to consult with Judge Miller to agree upon a mutually sat isfactory financial settlement for rent or the City Hall space
 In his resolution, Alderman Hogan are estimated between S10,000 and $15,o00 annually from the fee sys- tenn In use, no part of which accrues to the city. He charged that the bull are equally responsible with Bridgeport for supporting the court, but that in past years the entire ex- penSe has fallen upon this city. In large rooms and a vault with rental value of S3,000 a year to the court Alderman Hogan claimed that during 1s2O-1921, the city appropriated ST.. 800 for supplies and other expenses.
 His resolution provided for the ap- polntmeIit of a committee to confer with Judge Miller for the purpose of ascertaiEing if the other towns are contributing their proportionate share of the court expenses, and to seek she opinion of the judge as to whether. in his opinion. the city is being un- justly charged for the support If the court, judgment to be rendered on a basis of the average income from fees during the past few days.
 The resolution further provided that the comrlittee and Judge Mller de eide upon some mutual and agreeable arrangement of finances which will be less discriminatinc against the city than the present system now in vogue
 The resolution was referred to the Committee or Ways and Msans.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
WOMAN ENTERS
 CASE AGAINST
 POLICE OFFICER

AS the result of S21 garage bill submitted to Mrs. Frank sharon. of Fred Scholz, garageman Of 217 Fifth street, the woman has entered a complaint against Patro1man Chas. BelinslSy, of the Second precinct. and lice Board has a com mplicated case on its hands, The trouble involves a wrecked automobile which Mrs. Shar- on is said to own, and which she claims was removed rom a public highway without her knowledge or permission.
 From a mass of evidence which has been taken, 1t appears that James Wood, a step-son of Mrs. sharon. was driving the car in Crescent avenue on December 23, when the machine became disabled. He is said to have left the machine in the street, and placed a lantern on it in the evening Another story is that an attempt was made to tow the car away but il coIlided with a pole and was wreck ed.
 On the morning of December 24 Patrolman Belinsky found the truck phone to the Second precinct station when little girl ran up and inform ed him that a man had taken poisor at the corner of WilIston street anc man was attending to the sick man Fred SchoIz, the garage owner, is said 10 have been told to take the wrecked automobile away.
 Schois removed the car to his gar age and is said to have sent Mrs. sharon a bill for s21, for repair work and storage It is not defin tely known whether she was notified of the cars removal but claims that she knew nothing about 1t until she re- ceived the bill
 Belinsky claims that he was acting r,der a denartncenta1 order when he had the car removed from the high way, and aBeres that it was dannaeed to such an extent that 1t could not have been towcd to a garage or repair shor by a Dolice department machine
 The case will probably be taken up by the disciplinary committee next week, at which time further evidence will be heard
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
STATE POLICE OFFICER WILL
 AUDIT BOOKS
Gre a t Northern Pacific Company Fire To Receive Through Investigation By Police After Incendiary Fire.

Investigation into the fncendiary fire which damaged storehouse owned by the Great Northern Pacific Grocery company, Inc, at 61O Main street. Sunday night, was continued today when a start was made on an audit of the company's books. This work is being carried out under the direction of Sergeant Frank Vire1li, of the State police, and may take sev- eral days to complete. Officials of the concern say that the company is not in financial straights.
 Police and Fire department of fcials are pressing their probe into the matter, but announced today that there have been no new developments. Harry Dworkin. vtce-president of the grocery company, and Nathan Dworkin, treasurer, have denied any connection or knowledge of the af- fair. A number of employees of the firm have been questioned by the po- lice, but 1t is evident that evidence is not yet sufficient to warrant the ar rest of the. person or persons respon- sible for the attempt at arson.
 Jachil Davison, president of the company, has resigned his office as the result of the disclosures made in connection with the blaze.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17

Seventeen of the sixty invited Re publican politicians, at the Dillon peace conference in The Stratfield last night, took the initial steps tc wards the reorganization of the party fin Bridgeport. As forecast exclusive ly by The Times, committee of and authority to employ any and all lawful means to re-unite the party. Practically every opposing facuonai element was represented, and despite the small attendance, the prime lac tors in the movement expressed grat- fftcation today over the results.
 General Dissatisfaction
 General dissatisfacti0n with the present administration of the party was freely voiced, and the sentiment of the gathering seemed unanimously in favor of the reorga n1Zati"n pro gram. Everyone of the, the seventeen 5as n..,11l fty of the present situ2,tion. pleaded for a consolidation of united forces. and without exception fell in line with The new policies.
 Alderman David w. Price of the Fifth district, put the wheels of the reconstruction machine in motion when he moved the appointment Of a nominating committee to draft the personel of a committee to be raised for the express purpose of reunit1ng the part
 Mrs. H. Willard F'leck, chairlady of the town committee, eA-SeIaIOI' JdIil B. Dillon, who was directly respons1- ble for the gathering, and Sheriff John F. Maloney comprised the nom mating committee. that brought in a resolution that was adopted as tol- lows:
 Adopt Resolution.
 Be it Resolved, That we. as legal voters of the City of Bridgeport and m nembers of all existing factions of the Republican party of the said city, do hereby appoint and constitute the following committee. the members of which shall be equally divided be- tween and among the factions of the said party, with full power and au- thorfty to employ any and all lawful means to effect a reunion of the op- posing factional clements Of the local Republican party:
 Colonel Elmer H. Havens ArthuI P Connor, Senator Alexander L. De- 1aney, Andrew J. Northey, Alderman David W. Price, Representative W. F. D. Kilpatrtck. Edward c. Spargo, Sem
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
LOCAL MAN IN
 CUSTODY OF NORWALK POLICE

The forwalk police have appre- hended a Bridgeporter, giving the name of Joseph Rammely, and his age as A. He is believed to live at 55 Cowles street. He is in custody on his own request, and the Norwalk po- lico will place him in the Westport ~sapatarium. Deportation action may follow.
 The man was chased out of Bridge port by 20 cops and 20 moonshiners. He says so himself. He was routed out of his Bridgeport home and escorted to the railroad station and forced on of six men, with a Rolls Royce. He decided to a1ight in Norwalk. When he alighted from the express train the six men with the Rolls Royce greet ed him. That proves it was a Rolls Royce.
 They chased him but he outdis- tanced them and reaching a Norwalk minion of the law requested that he be locked up. The request was com- piled with. Since he has been in the lnck-up, which he has no desire to leave. His enemies have been shoot ing him in the back with electric jabs police. who peeped under the under shirt, cannot find the scars he tells about.
 He finally began to rave about a degree that the prohibition agents were sent for last night. They found the man apparently sober. but he may have been sampling some liquid T. N. T.; that was ripe. At any rate his halluctnattons are stronger than his hreath. At one time during the even ing he became confidential and hinted that one of his neighbors might be looking for him with a fireman's axe, because he made him mad. All did was to kiss and pet his wife a little but he wants to split me open" Cowles street was mentioned in his talk, part of which appeared to be normal, and part very much Russian.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-17
LEGION POST DEFEATS PLAN TO
 INCREASE DUES

The purposed amendment to the bylaws of Harry W. Congdon post. American Legion, raising the annual dues from $4 o $6 went down to de- feat at a record meeting of the mem bers of the Post held last night in the Legion headquarters on Golden Hill street. It was decided that the matter should be taken up again at the July meeting and if 1t is found that addi- mona1 funds are still needed each member will be taxed $2 to make up the deficit.
 Other business at the meeting in cluded the changing of the meeting night to the first Monday of each month instead of bi-monthly as here tofore. Initiation of new members will be held every second week The bylaws committee purposed the ad- ditlon of six new amendments which will be discussed at the next meeting The title of past commander was com ferred on Albert J. Merl6tt.
 In accordance with a request sent to Adjutant Lemuel Bolles at Indian apolis, by the local post, the matter of accepting veterans of the Allied ar mics who have become citizens of the United States, as members of the Le- zion, will be discussed at the Fourth National convention to be held soon in New Orleans.