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Evening star., 1923-12-16
AUSTRALIA FIGHTS HARD
TO SOLVE SHIP PROBLEM
Woes of British Dominion i'm Many Ways
Are Parallel to Those of
United States.

In July. 1923. the Commonwealth
line owned fifty steamers registered
and four building. These vessels
ranged from 1895 gross tonnage to
1851, the great majority Of them
being three, four, five and six thou
sand gross tonnage. The book value Of
the whole fleet at that time was
s73. 800, 900. But Australian shipping.
like the shipping of the entire world.
had been going through a disastrous
slump in values. so the value Of these
vessels was written down to approxi-
mately $2350o,0 900, or about $4,000
900 OF the value was wiped out. This
is reminiscent OF what has had to be
done in connection with the valuation
Of the feet of the United States
Shipping Board.
It was last summer that the prime
minister of Australia put forward a
measure transferring the government
owned ships along with the Cocka-
too Island Estate Of New South
waIes) shipyard and equipment to
tho Australian Commonwealth Ship
ping Board, an Incorporation. with
perpetual succession, with power to
hold property and capable Of suing
and being sued. Furthermore. this
corporation, Of which the government
Of Australia holds the stock or de-
bentures, is taxable. just as any pri-
vate corporation. The corporate sys-
tenn, therefore, has been put forward
in Australia as the best way of bring
ing about efficient and economical
operation under government owner
ship. The proponents Of the measure
have insisted, however, that the Com
monwealth line, since it is an incor-
poration, suable and paying taxes,
and is in reality a trading venture,
cannot properly be called state in
! strumentaIity.
Board Out Of Politics.
At the head of this corporation is
board, consisting Of not less than
three members and not more than
five
An object particularly sought in the
measure transferring the Common
wealth line to a corporation was to
get it out Of politics. This board, or
corporation. is empowered to carry On
the general business OF shipownsr,
and, in connection with the shipyard
on Cockatoo Island, the business OF
shipbuilder.
Plan of Financing.
For the vessels and other property
70 onrnnraflnn
must turn over to the government
of Australia debentures bearing 5
per cent interest. The government
agrees to furnish an operating capi-
tai in addition, amounting to not
more than 25 per cent of these de-
bentures. Also. the corporation has
the use of funds derived from the
sale of vessels owned by it.
The passenger ships OF the Com
monwealth line run between the fol-
lowing ports: Brisbane, Sydney, Mel
bourne, Adelaide, Perth, Fremantle
and London, stopping also at Suez
and Colombo.
AS has been and is the case with
the merchant fleets of other nations,
the Commonwealth line has been
losing money since the slump in the
carrying trade set in. But under the
corporation plan, with the excessive
values squeezed out and proper
depreciation charges made, and with
the hope of better times, the line
expects to make a better showing in
the future.
Evening star., 1923-12-16
GERMANS AND FRENCH
HOLD OLIVE BRANCHES
Agreements Nearer as POincare Shows
Moderation in General Adjust
ment of Issues.

French. Agreements OF q kind were
effected. Though these provided for
the resumption of payments in coal
to the French and otherwise extend
ed cooperative endeavor in order to
Ruhr, the French always have been
suspicious Of the German indus
trialists' effort, owing to the latters'
close connection with conniving
monarchical interests.
Industrinlists Suspected.
Possibly It is knowledge of this
condition that now is causing Poin-
care to welcome direct negotiotions
with the German government in the
hope of effecting understanding and
accord by which the fndustrialists
would be made subservient to Berlin.
It is an acknowledged fact that one
of tho worst bugaboos France has to-
day Is the return Of the monarchial
elements to control in Berlin.
While France visions a monarch
istio German regime which would be
dangerous to her, Berlin, on the
other hand, sees the complete loss
Of the Rhineland and the Ruhr
through separate agreements with
the French and the German indus
trialists, q condition which most GER
tainly would react against Germany's
future in world affairs, not to speak
Of the danger to her own economic
organization.
That the new German government
should approach the French at the
moment and frustrate the secret pur-
poses Of the industrialists, whatever
they may be, is but natural.
Would Welcome Peace.
more than likely that the French and
German governme. ts are ready to
welcome any course that will permit
general advance along the lines of
peaceful reconstruction. provided, OF
course, that such settlement is even
a near approach to preservation Of
national integrity.
There has been considerable specu-
lation as to the apparently recent
amenable attitude of Premier Poin-
care. First he capitulated to the Brit
ish in the general arrangement for
the close study of the German prob
lem by International financial experts
He announced Iessening of the mill
tary pressure brought upon the
Rhineland and the Ruhr, with conse-
quent greater Germanic participa-
tion in their own civil affairs. Now
he is greeting the Germans with the
hope that something can be arranged.
Analysed, 1t would appear as a
sign Of weakening. This cannot be
credited, however. for he Is much in
the position of dictator who having
won his spurs, turns to courses of
moderation that he may retain them.
Present day magnanimity probably
that France today dominates the con-
tinent politically and possibly could.
militarily. in case Of necessity. She will
continue to do 30 no matter which
way the tides run in settlement of
the general questions pertaining to
Germany. In the meantime Premier
Poincare can afford to make conces-
sions here and there and particularly
in view of the oncoming French cleo
tions when he may say to his poo
ple 'T have preserved Frances Sc
curity, am about to preserve her
financial future through forced pay
ment Of German reparations. have
upheld French honor in forcing Ger
many to admit she has been defeated
by France
Evening star., 1923-12-16
By OLIVER OWEN KUHN.

- AGING a winter OF terrible eco
* nomic suffering. confronted
by complete financial collapse.
yic{opfpO thu 1oss NJ the very
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hands merchant shipping
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CONTINUED on Third Page.)
Evening star., 1923-12-16
BY BEN McKELWAY.

HE fight for and against an
equal rights amendment to
the Constitution is on and
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08
FULTON NOTES

We were highly gratified at the
splendid attendance in the Mt. Calvary
Baptist Sunday School last Sabbath.
The School wa catechised by Mr.. A
ID. Daniel and G. B. Jefferson on the
power OF the early Church. Mr.. Franz
letter. superintendent presiding.
1870 A. NJ. our pastor preached IN
excellent sermon which was great and
inspiring In its delivery and construc
zion. Subject: Christian Activity"
$3.50 P. M. Beng our Communion
service. as usual the people bad 4
great tine. Those pre'ent and who
took an active rert IN the eervi oes
lroved to be giants for the Lord We
ir'h present. Rev w. l.. Tuck. Rev.
G"Hrgo Nelson and others Of the min.
istering brethren.
tomorrow Mt II 30 A. M. II IS the dc.
or" Of 'he nastor for every member 10
I've present especially whole families
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

character, possessing the noblest traits
absolutely devoid Of a dom ineo ring CT
selfish trait. as open as a clock-face.
as noble IA cavalier and as kind
heGrted and as gentle as woman. ne
had drawn to him host of friends.
bound figurative,y speaking with
hoops of steel.
His suffering caused them anguish
and his death unutterable sorrow. Col
Knows best and we express the hope
that we shall soon meet him again.
When the ceicstial gates swing ajer
for him. Heaven receives one OF
earth's greatest and grandest noble
men. Peace to his ashes; rest for his
soul.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

The banquet gwen at the Masonic
Hall last Thursday night by the ladle9
of the Eastern Star was indeed a rare
treat, ell delicacies of the season were
served by Madam Cook, Wells, MoyIes
Rodgers, Greenlee; Howard and Cat
lie. People mOtored from Radford Pu.
laski, Marion. Chilhowic and Abingdon
Everyone left having spent pleasant
time.
Miss Flora Browne who was stabbed
by her brother, William is under the
care Of DR.. Repass; she is doing nice
1y.
Mrs Mary Martin left last Wednes-
day for Columbus Ohio her future
home.
Master r. A. Hebron has been on
the sick list.
MT. James Now'ln who has been :.
resident of Wytheville for fifty-four
years. died last Monday and was
buried Tuesday; he had been an emf
ployee of the Norfolk and Western r.
r. for many yeras.
Mrs. Pricilla Allen spent Thursday
with her SON, Mr.. John Allen.
Mrs. Florence Woods is very III,
With Pneumonia fever
Mr.. Robert Stone after weeks-1ll-
ness we are glad 20 say he is out again
The firm of Coins and Grubb mas
tisolved partnership The firm is own
cd by Mrs. Lenora Grubb and at the
fame place she will be glad to see her
many friends also Jitney service com
Mnde. You may call or phone 1881
Miss Gladys Galloway is around with
ner Christmas goods. Be sure to loon
them over and Give her your order.
Rev. G. o. Wing Mrs Anna Carter
and Miss Anna Nowlin were guest at
Mrs. John Aliens for dinner Sunday.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08
WYTHENlLE NEWS.

MRS. Homer Hairston left last We'd
nesday for Bristol to spend Thanksg.y
Ing with her Aunt, Mrs. Kate Simon.
She was accompanied by her nephew
Master Robert Lee Gibson.
Mrs. Susie Miller and her son. Don
aid or Bristol spent the weekend with
her mother. Mrs. Emma Wrencher
who still remains quite sick.
MRS Martina v. Coins of Cast Gulf
w. Va, and Mrs. George E. Robinson
OF Gary w. Va, are visiting their
mother Mrs. Anna Coffee.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lenard HILL Mrs.
Maude johnson Of Speedwell and Mr..
Mltcnell Johnson Of Elk Creek were
the weekend guest OF Miss Gurtrude
Johnson.
Rev j. N. Askew OF China Branch.
me great revivalist stands ready to
help any church ut any time: make q
date with him. you will enjoy his ser.
vico. Address, Crockett Va.
Mrs. Jennie Monroe. Mr.. and Mrs
f'oDert thompson and family motoreG
to Marion Sunday.
Messrs. Eugene King and Frank
steward Of RadfoId spent Thanksg'v-
ing with the formers mother. Mre. -
V. Myers.
rev and Mrs. G. oliver Wing and
family were entertained at the home
OF Mrs. Jennie Monroe for dinner
Thursday.
Mr.. Mitchell Johnson and Miss Cur
trude Johnson motored to Rural Re
treat Sunday to sttend the meeting of
the Rev. Mrs. A. g. Price tie grear
evangelist.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

The Weisberger Company is too
well known to Justify extended corc-
ment upon the offerings of the con-
Germ, which will be found in this issue.
The friendly attitude of the great de-
PAL tmental interests in pandering to
the pocket-book of the laboring classes
admits OF no discussion. Read the aid
yertisement and take advantage of tn
bargains offered before going else.
where. Out Of town customers Will
nave their orders promptly filled.
Write to the firm and mention the
Planet. 1t will help us and you will be
benefited by the money saved. AL
goods guaranteed to be as represented
Broad Street between Ord and 9TH
Streets The Weisberger Co.
DR.. christopher McConney Chfro-
practic physician is now located In
the Mechanics Savings Bank building
He uses no knife. no drugs and will
give you satisfaction. II you have faf;-
cd In securing relief, call and see him.
You want Photographs Tor the
holidays. Your friends will appreciate
life-iike portrait of yourself and your
best girl. be she sweetheart or wife
Will like the same thing. Call On Mr..
George W. Brown the photographer
He will serve YOU 603 N. Second st.
A. ID. Price is name too well know 4
to need comment You want to get mar
ried the phone IL Madison SIT. You
have death In the family. Night or
cay, the same telephone is at your ser
vice. The doors have not been locked
IN forty years and they are not locked
now. A watchmar and attendant il
there day or night
Edward Stewart has his place at 2O2
$ Second Street but YOU do not have
to go there TO get service. Call him I'd
at Madison 1897 and the best eatabies
~ - T ~ vyE
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rising mt zion notes

Tire Annual Christmas exercises
is being prepared by the Superintend-
ent. Mr.. A. White and the Superlntend
ent OF the Infant Department. Mrs
Lorene Johnson. 1t is the desire OF
me superintendent to make this
years exercise better than any before.
On last Sunday we were especially
honcred by musicale concert given
by Mr.. Matthews Of FIFTH Street Bapt
ist Church. We arc simply repeating
the oft said comment in saying the
program was excellent
Rev. Mack Nelson former resident
OF this city occupied the pulpit on last
sunday at o'clock p. NJ and rendered
a very interesting sermon.
Rally terminates the third Sunday
Remember the sick.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Subject: Exceeding the Speed Limit
Much thought time and meditation
nave been spent IN constructing this
sermon by our pastor. Come, let us
hear for ourselves.
Rev. G. B. Jefferson preached las,
Sunday night at the 31st Street Bapt
list Church.
Rev. Jefferson takes this method in
thanking the members and friends OF
calvary for their appreciation of his
service. Encoura cement is a great help
in this life.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Roanoke, Va, Nov. 20, 1928.
Hon. John Mitchell, Jr.,
BIZ North Fourth Street,
Richmond, Va.
Dear Sir: Words cannot express
my joy and happiness. l know God
still lives and is SILL hearing and
answering prayers. l was not sur
pr.sed because l expected that and
even more before it's all over
expect clear, cfean vindication and
thousands of your true and loyaI
friends throughout the country ex
pec1 the same and are praying fOn
t. If you believe it, it's so; that's
all there is to it, and we do not be-
Eeve the charges and the rule works
both ways.
We are praying for you and fightine
for your name, as we have done ant
VIII always be found doing. l hav
prayed much, and at times have beer
made to cuss much, but ] am think
ing that must all of us, to win il
this life, must pray, work fight ant
very often. cuss. Then the devil j:
pulling after us. morning, noon ant
night. / have told all Roanoke ant
had the message read. in church
Sunday and your many friends her.
joined N my rejoicing for you.
Praise God from whom all bless
ings flow and there will be NOR
coming. With all best wishes, / am
as always,
Yours very truly,
w. B. F. CROWELL.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08
THE DEATH OF LIE ROY f.. BROWN

The death of lie Roy f.. Brown.
senior member OF the firm of J
thompson Brown and Co.. removes
from the field of action one OF the
best Virginians that ever lived. lie
was citizen Of rare attainments. a
valuable asset to any community We
have known him for more than forty
years ana during that time his bust.
ness dealings were of the highest or
der his fundamental traits eminatinc
from the divine master-mind of the
Universe.
His malady was Of kind that bar-
fled the skill of the physicians AMI
made him a pitiable object in this
world Of ours. A ran Of the highes.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Speaker Gillette has been re-elects1
and will control the destinies of tn
'6Sth Congress Hon. Nicholas Long
worth of Ohio. son-in-law of the late
Col. Theodore Roosevelt is the Repub
lican floor-leader. The spurious brand
of republicanism resulted in a dead
lock last Monday. which was final.
ended last Wednesday by minor con
'cessions. The Democratic organiza
ton declined to aid the Republican
insurgents.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08
FROM "A BRILLIANT RICHMOND
WHITE ATTORNEY.
Richmond. Va. Nov. "a.

Richmond. Va, Nov. "a, 1928
Mr.. John Mitchell. Jr., City.
Dear SIR: l wish to express tn
you my confidence and congratula-
tions on the action of our Supreme
Court in granting you Writ of Err
rOr. l have never thought that you
have been guilty of any Intentional
wrong in connect ION with uhe Me-
chamics Bank and l believe that most
Of The good people of Richmond feel
as l do about the matter.
With best wishes, l am
Respectfully yours,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Those who have aided in the / g
habilitation of the Mechanics Savings
Bank have not only done the colored
people Of this community service
but they have won the approval Il
God. Selfishness may be FREEDOM,
1ant characteristic in some people but
charity is still ever present in the
hearts of thousands. who remember
and practice the Golden Rule.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08
SHOULD THANK GOD.

SHOULD THANK GOD.
Roanoke, Va, Nov. 20, 1923.
Hon. John Mitchell, Jr.,
81 North Fourth Street,
r chmond, Va.
Dear Sir and Brother: We should
truly thank G I'd for the ruling Of the
Safe supreme Court and then double
me sincerity of our vrayers for our
future hope, for prayers are mighty
weapons of war.
Life" is word that can hardly
be understood because of its rugged
mishaps; but prayer secures us while
here and then guarantees to us an
eternal home beyond
| am, as ever,
Yours in F. C. and b..
REV. p. G.. GRAVELY.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Colored people continue to teach
your children selfrespect and polite.
ness. Add to this instruction an al.
monition to respect people Of older
age. This new day" generation is
making it a difficult task FOR colored
people to maintain their standard Of
respect amongst the better class OF
white and colored people FOSTERING
animosities and prejudices will not pay
in THE long run.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

President Calvin Coolidge will Se
nominated to succeed himself. HIS
most dangerous political opponent
will be Hon William G. McAdoo III
California, son-in-law OF eX-Presideni
Woodrow Wilson
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Wrong doing and wrong-doers. Oh
is the work Of the other. Prosperity in
such cases is but temporary. Retribu'
ton is in the distance and suffering
and anguish will follow.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Some people Will do anything to ct
by for the time being, forgetful of the
fact that they are piling up trouble
for themselves further down the road
Of life. = i
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HON. PERRY w HOWARD WRITES

HUN. PERRl w HOWARD WRITES
Department. of Justice,
Washington, d. C. Nov. "a, '23.
Hon. John Mitchell, Jr,
Richmond. Virginia.
My dear Colonel MITCHELL: Please
accept my heartiest congratulations
upIn the Order of she Supreme Court
in your case, and let me assure you
that have an abiding faith in your
honor and Integrity as shown by the
stripping of yourself of your years of
accumulation to make good the al
legged losses of Your depositors.
Your friend,
PERRY w. HOWARD.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

The outlook in Germany remains
the same. from bad to worse with in
competent people holding the reins OF
government, while the trained dipIo
mats are sitting On one side smiling
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

We thanh our friends for remember.
ing us. Many have sent us financ.a.
lrelp, knowing that we need 1T rigi.,
Through here now.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08
DIR. HOLMES WIRES
CONGRATULATIONS

Winchester, Ky. Nov. 81, 1923.
Hon. John Mitchell, Jr.,
Editor Richmond Planet,
Richmond, Va.
Accept congratulations Your com
plete vSndication is assured.
j. H. HOLMES
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Self-control is great asset to one
who is in absolute possess. ON OF it.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Trusting God brings divine faith and
the final triumph OF right is assure1
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Have the Planet sent to your adj
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VIII be ready for your table and a
prices to suit for first class service.
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Some people tax too much and work
loo little.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1923-12-08

Edward Stewar. has his place at 200
y Second Street but you do not have
to go there 10 get service. Call him VI
at Madison 1897 and the best eatables
~ TT
Seward daily gateway., 1923-05-14
CHASE HUNTING PARTY
 LEAVES 0Ns. 5. STARR

The Carr hunting party which will engage in a big game hunt in the vicinity of Lost Harbor and False Pass for the next few months, left yesterday afternoon on the steamer Starr, making their first port of call at Kanatak, where they will view the oil fields before actively participating in their search for bears. Those com prising the party were M. L. Carr and L. B. Carr, brothers and prominent oil men of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, and Dr. w. H. Chase, of Cordova. Guides and other camp attendants will be se- cured at the various ports.
 It is the intention of Dr. Chase to guide his party to the Valley of Ten Thousand smokes, should conditions permit. The party will journey along the Alaska Peninsula by easy, stages, until some time next month, when it is expected that the launch ROlfe which at present is undergoing repairs at Cordova, will be in readiness to convey the party to the hunting grounds.
Seward daily gateway., 1923-05-14
STEAMER STARR SAILS WITH HEAVY LISTING

The steamer Starr sailed for the westward yesterday afternoon on it's first trip of the 1928 season to the Bristol Bay district, going as far as Nushagak. In addition to heavy passenger list 100 tons of freight and 1000 sacks of mail were carried by the vessel.
 The following were the reserva tions made: Mrs. L. M. Carr, Mrs. Cerney, Ben Poindexter, A. Enos, w. l.. Keyser, Alvah Flames, A. H. Mel lech, Dan A. Sutherland, E. E. Cham berlin, Al Peel, H. Simons, Ire Min nich, J. H. Lee, Otis Ross, Ray Me Curry, Wm Geists, Geo. Bringe, E.. Gustan, Thomas Sheehan, J. A. Melsa, Miss Fuller, Mrs. H. N. Evans, Mrs. Rhoades, Mrs. P. Reed, Mrs. Smith and child, Dr. w. H. Chase, A. M. Carr G. c. Fenton, Rev. R. V. B. Dun lap, A. c. Celestine, A. M. Wilkins, H. Richter, l.. A. Dauphine.
 It is thought the steamer will re- sume her regular schedule, leaving Seward the 10th of each month.