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Evening star., 1924-09-28
GREAT INTEREST NOTED
IN U. S. STEEL MEETING
Dividends Up for Action Tuesday
and Huge Surplus May Also
be Discussed.
Special Dispatch to The Star.

Special Dispatch to The Star
NEW YORK, September 27.-Next
Tuesdays meeting of the finance
committee of the U. S. Steel Corpora
ton is expected to be unusually i'm
portant from the stockholders stand
point The question Of dividends and
the much talked of surplus which
amounted to nearly s500,000,00O at
the end of 1923 are to be discussed.
although no statement is anticipated
1t is understood that the officials of
the corporation have not been
altogether pleased with the flood of
opinions as to what policy they
should follow in paying out dividends.
The Capitalizat ton of a portion Of
the corporations surplus month
hence and its distribution in the form
of a stock dividend to share owners,
have been mentioned as a possibility.
The regulars S5 dividend undoubt-
edly will not be increased, although
extra payments, maintaining the
total disbursements at the 81 annual
rate, will continue.
Evening star., 1924-09-28
CLOTH PRICES HIGHER.
Dry Goods Market Reports De
mand on Increase.

NEW YORK, September 27.-Cotton
goods markets ended the week with
signs of increasing demand and high
er prices. The American Woolen Com
pany has withdrawn many women's
wear woolen lines from sale and
several mills products in mems wear
woolens also have been withdrawn.
The easing in raw silk prices has
done much to encourage silk mer-
chants in their q. Spring sale plans.
Einens were in better demand for
household uses. Heavy knit goods
lines continued to move better, espe-
cially knitted outerwear and dress
fabrics
Evening star., 1924-09-28
FLOUR BIT HIGHER.

MINNEAPOLIS, September 27.-
Flour unchanged to 10 cents higher
at 7.55a7.80 a barrel. Shipments.
43, ,069 barrels. Bran. 24.00. Wheat, No. 1,
Northern. 1.351aa1.3S; September, 1.S4:
December, 1856; May, 1.41Ga1.41A.
Corn-No. 5, yellow. 1.07A. Oats-No.
3. white, 45sa45N. Flax-No. /, 2.27&
a2.2S&.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
WASHINGTON LETTER


Vontinueo tfom raw ~
Many congressman, returning
from spirited primary fights,
have urged the leaders Of their
respective parties to wage a
more aggressive warfare. It is
pointed out that the calm atmos-
phere which prevails after the
first skirmish augurs i'll for those
who place their chief dependence
upon an aroused. and consequent
ly a voting electorate. Some
have suggested that much good
would come in a departure from
the present policy BY the adop-
tion Of sensational campaign
methods. others propose q con-
tinuance of the conservative atti-
tude which has thus far charac-
terized the Republican and Demo-
cratic parties. Nobody doubts
that the leaders will change their
course to meet these conditions
for it is counting time wherein
the politicians sue for the voters
favor and there are classes of
voters as whimsical and uncer-
tain as a maiden's fancy. The
teacher in the public schools
knows that the educative process
is well under way when instinct
i've curiosity is replaced by intel
lectual interest. The same idea
prevails in the exercise of the
electoral franchise. There can be
no doubt Of the validity Of this
contention. Inquiry has shown
that voting Ii generally a matter
Of sentiment.
Word has reached Washington
that fractional squabbles make
speculation as to the personnel
Of the next Congress exceedingly
difficult. In some congressional
districts, the incumbents are un-
opposed for reelection or their
record practically assures a vic.
tory. However, it is reported
that instances of this kind are
comparatively few. The direct
primary has brought out numer.
Gus candidates and developed fac
tional feelings which. it is said
leaves its mark on the party.
1t is customary. during the ses.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21

sions Of Congress. for visitors to
criticize the mental equipment Of
their representative and his inep-
titude in legislative matters.
Yet, it is surprising to note that
these critics make little or no
effort to replace the Congress-
man. That the House Of Repre-
sentatives does not possess q
membership Of a higher calibre
is attributed principally to the
fact that the pay is inadequate
and wealthy men are unwilling
to accept the somewhat doubtful
honor. Men Of means. usually
successful 10 business, do not
relish the prospect Of being at
the beck and call Of approximate
ly 100000 citizens. Neither do
they cherish a Federal job which
opens their otherwise private af-
fairs to political villihcation.
The vicissitudes Of a political
career are many and the honor Of
occupying a seat in the Congress
is not regarded as a sufficient re-
compense. This represents the
accepted theory ms TO the causes
Of the decline Of Congress. If
such decentralization is true.
The season is never too early
for optimists. Sanguine scouts
have reported gains in the
Senate for their parties, The ma
tional ticket is naturally the most
important. The control Of Con-
grcss by the party whose candi-
date for the Presidency Is highly
necessary il the new Chief Ex-
ecutive expects to fnlfill his
pledges "a the country which
elected him to this office. A
President with hostile Congress
and the ensuing deadlock is ssi'i
fresh on history's pages. The
senatorial and congressional cam
paign committees have a grave
responsibility to their parties.
Obviously, undue optimism is Ia
boo. as it has a tendency TO break
down the fighting spirit.
Washington seethes climatical-
ly and politically and the atten-
tion of those now in office is di-
vided with complaints against
both.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
MOORS ATTACK TROOPS
Fighting Between Tribesmen and
Soldiers Growing in intensity
In Morocco.

Tetuan. Morocco-ghe lighting In
Morocco between the Spanish troops
and the rebellious tribesmen Ia do.
scribed In reports reaching here AZ
taking on greater proportions. The
Moors are said to have begun q new
attack near Tabor. while Spanish reg.
ulars have started an action on the
road 70. Kauen.
Eighteen casualties were caused
when group Of Kabyi tribesmen fred
from ambush on Spanish forces. The
attack was repuised. Nine Spanish
soldiers and several native soldiers
were killed when the tribesmen opened
an intensive firing on column sent to
reinforce menaced Spanish positions.
The Spaniards at Iona Verde. Har.
tan and Taxa continues In most dif.
fcuit position with the Moors throw.
ing more and more fresh forces into
the fighting. Spanish conveys are
being attacked more frequently.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
IS ouAkEs ROCK Jap CITIES
Toxic. chlba and FukushIma Record
Severe Tremors--Alarm 10 Felt.

Toxic, chiba and FukushIma Record
Severe Tremors--Alarm 10 Felt.
Tokio-Fifteen heavy earthquake
shocks rocked Toxic. The tremors
were heaviest In the district north OF
here. where general alarm but slight
damage was reported.
The heaviest shocks were felt at
Fukushima. city of $4,000. located
200 miles northeast OF here. and at
Chiba. at the north end OF Toxic bay.
where one house was destroyed. At
Choshi. rs miles northeast OF here.
telephone service was suspended by
the disturbance while other towns In
the earth quake area reported broken
windows.
The main shock. which registered
for so Lstnuser on seismographs.
caused people % run from their homes
to the streets. The tremors came az.
ter several days OF abnormally high
tides near Chiba. which caused gov.
eminent seismologists TO renew their
beliefs that tide measurements will
warn Of approaching earthquakes.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
MILITARY HONORS
FOR U. s. CONSUL
Ceremonious Sendoff Given Slain
y. S. viceconsuI from Per-
sian Capital.

Teheran. Persia--A ceremonious
sender was given the body of the
late American viceconsul. Robert I'm
brie. which was shipped to catch the
destroyer Trenton.
Military honors were given on the
parade grounds. The foreign minis
ter, the American minister and first
secretary walked with Major Miles In
the center Of the grounds where an
automobile stood with the body, and IL
guns were fired.
The cabinet ministers, diplomatic
corps. members OF parliament and
other grandees were present.
Major Miles. military attache OF the
Constantinople American embassy,
who came Lere for the purpose. and
Major Rhuellakan Of the Persian army,
win accompany the body to Washing
ton. Other Persian officers will ac-
company 1t as far as the port of en-
barkation.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
COOLIDGE NOW ON VACATION
Plans to Help HIs Father Harvest
Crop on Farm In the Hills.

Plans to Help HIs Father Harvest
Crop on Farm In the Hills.
Aboard the Presidents Train
President and Mrs. Coolidge travelled
unostentatiously to the little village
OF Plymouth. VT. the home of the
Presidents father. for a vacation
scheduled to last for two weeks.
Accompanied by their son. John
Coolidge. Secretary c. Bascom Slemp.
DR.. J. F. Coupal. the White House
physician, one stenographer and a
corps Of secret service men, the Coo
lidges plan to spend two weeks in the
Vermont hills. Politics Is adjourned
for time being. Coolidge. the candi-
date. will have no existence for that
period, II he can have his own way.
while Coolidge. the President, will con-
tinue to function with regard to such
important matters as. seeming to de-
mand his attention. are dispatched to
him from Washington.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
BANKERS SPEED BERLIN LOAN

Preparations for Underwriting Dawes
Plan Credit to start at Once.
New York-With the successful con-
clusion OF the inter-Ailied conference
American bankers began speeding up
the machinery for 1otation of their
shares OF the 5000. 100000 international
loan to Germany upon which opera
tons Of the Dawes plan win hinge.
Preparations for underwriting this
huge financial transaction will be
started at once. International bankers
indicated. with prospects that ratifica-
ton Of the London protocol by France
and Germany will be followed by an
early sale OF the loan.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
LUDENDoRFF TO LEAD DRIVE
Declares Aim 10 to Weld Germans Into
Great Fighting Organization.

Declares Aim 10 to Weld Germans Into
Great Fighting Organization.
Berlin-"Becauss of the arrest of
Adolph Hitler. have assumed leader
ship with the great aim of creating a
movement for free Germany"
This announcement was made by
General Eric Ludendorff, at the first
congress of his National Socialistic
party at Weimar, thus effectively dis
posing OF reports that Ludendorff is
thinking Of retiring from politics. Gen
eral Ludendorff continued:
"The ninth of November. last year.
gave me the right to speak here. ]
beg you to rise in honor Of the dead
of Munich and Of the World war. The
German view Of the world is heritage
of the World war spirit at the front.
/ will speak out openly-we want TO
seize power and weld the German peo-
pie into a great fighting organization. I"
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
BRYAN PLEDGES FARMER AID
Nebraska Governor Praises pemocra-
tic Platform In Acceptancs. u

NEBRASKA Governor Praises Democra-
tic Platform In Acceptance. Y.
Lincoln, Neb.-Before a large and
colorful gathering of long time friends
and supporters and national and sec.
tional party leaders. Gov Charles w.
Bryan formally accepted the nomina.
tion for vice president by the Demo
cratic party and laid down In unmis-
taxable terms the principles and issues
upon which he win 60 before the peo-
pie for victory at the polls
In the center OF the football field at
the University Of Nebraska Memorial
stadium. Governor Bryan made his
speech Of acceptance. following the
lead Of his party's standard bearer,
John w. Davis, who week ago chose
the open for launching the Democra-
tic campaign at Clarksburg, w. Va.
Governor Bryan definitely opened his
campaign with promise to the pro-
gressive farmers and wage Gamers
that the Democratic party would stand
as a unit in seeking a solution OF their
difficulties.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
U. S. MARKET REPORT

Washington, ID. c. For week endins
August. IS. 1924.
FEED;---Feed markets active with
mand. Excellent offerings OF bran
tended to ease prices and In several
lower Middlings held fairly arm
largely because e of higher hs corn Pro-
duction of gluten feed very good for
this time Of the year and slightly ex-
GRAfN:-Grain markets weaker and
level reached Saturday. Wheat prices
still four cents up for week and corn
about &c higher. Oats gained SIC
during the week Heavy hedging sales
receipts of winter wheat weakening
factors today.
Quoted August 1s:--No. I dark nor
a sasr pSs anad sin Minn csPsaso
Kansas City Sl.22-ls1k; No. . red win
ter Kansas City sl.ss; No. red win
ter Chicago si;aS: No. 2 mixed corn
cSSis ssso sssa M MS sf.o;m sSsn
iisih -,issH: Minneapolis sIisS.
LIS; kansas City ,$i;ss No: ? white
c csts k cSssso city s Nj Ms.
LIVESTOCK AND MEATs.-chicago
hog prices ranged from Is to IS cents
lower. closing at $40 for the top and
ss5-9.75 for the bulk. Medium and
good beef steers Sc lower to l5c high
er at $6.e0-10.50. butcher cows and
heifers steady to soc lower at S3.25-
1000. feeder steers steady at $3.50
s25, light and medium weight veal
calves 81 to si.25 higher at s9.25-
1250.
Stocker and feeder shipments from
twelve important markets during the
week ending August sth were:--cattlt
and calves 5s.oss, hogs 2.s12. sheep &c.
$40.
August IS prices good grade meats.
Beef $l5-1750, veal $3.50. lamb s2s-
81. mutton si5-is. light pork loins s23-
2s, heavy loins sif-21.
DAIRY PRODUCTS:-Butter mar
kets firmer during the week although
undertone of the market was more
or less nervous. Reports indicate
continued heavy production and stor-
age holdings being added to despit the
as shown by the total United States
report.
Closing prices % score:--New York
3shc. Chicago 3skc
Cheese markets easier and trading
lighter. Heavy storage surplus and
continued heavy production are fac
tors of importance. Price changes
during the week slight.
Closing prices at Wisconsin primary
markets August 16th:-Single daisies
1skc. double daisies 1skc. longhorns
ishc, square prints zoe.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
FLOOD VICTIMS SENT 100000
U. 8. Minister at PekIn Estimates
100000 Need Aid.

Washington-The American Red
Cross cabled 100000 for the relief Of
victims of the foods sweeping several
provinces OF China. Chairman John
Barton Dayne ordered the donation on
receipt OF report transmitted
through the State department at the
request OF the Red Cross by Minister
Schurman at Pekin.
Minister Schurman estimated that
10000, 900 persons ars already affected
by the floods and that 100000 will
be needed for relief work. Emergency
relief measures are beng carried on
by various Chinese philanthropic or.
ganizations. and the famine relief
commission is laying plans to meet
distress which Is sure TO follow de
struction OF the crops.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21

Chicago-The Chicago and Eastern
Illinois railroad probably win be TAX
en- into the $500. 100000 Erie-Nickle
Plate rail merger. according to author
itative reports current I'm financial and
railroad circles here. The Van
sweringen brothers. OF Cleveland, a.
was stated BY railroad financial an
thority. are considering the plan. and
II they decide to include the road 10
the great merger. viii shortly an
nounce the fact The c. r. q I. has
worked itself out OF q federal receiv
ership ana is generally reported TO be
prosperous.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
Freoch Al T.rlr Reduction.

Paris-Propaganda by city dweliers
throughout France for reduction OF
the tariff on wheat obtained partial
governmental approval at the cabinet
meeting when two ministers declared
they would insist on a reduction on
Premier Herriot's return. NJ Poincare
was obliged TO lower the tariff In Jan
nary. when the price Of bread was
soaring In ratio to the fall OF the
franc. Premier Herriot. In order to
justify sts appeal 10 ths farmers 1ur-
ing the elections. doubled the tarfn
q the beginning Of AuguAt
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21

washington--The government new
commission on agricultural inquiry
proposed by the administration to for
mulate legislative recommendation to
the merit congress for the improve
ment of the farming industry-is en-
pected to be functioning by the middle
Of September. Il was learned at the
department of agriculture. When
President Coolidge returns to Washing
ton. Secretary OF Agriculture Wallace
will have ready for his consideration
q tentative list Of persons eligible for
the commission
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
SENATOR [. 8. COLT DIES

Bristol, r. Limited States Senator
Lebanon B. Colt died here. He had
been a republican senator from Rhode
Island since 1913. was born in Ded-
ham. Mass. June Is. Is4s.
In 1875 the senator went to Bristol.
r. l.. TO live, President Garfield ap-
pointed him q United Staes district
Judge in 1850. and I'm 1884 he became
circuit Judge. He served on the bench
until his election to the senate.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21

London-The pact OF London--mark.
ing the successful termination OF Ave
years struggle to agree upon means
Of collecting German war PREPARATIONS
was signed In q plenary session OF
conferees on the Dawes reDort here.
The last of the signatures had been
affixed to the protocols and only rati-
hcation by the several parliaments re-
mains TO be effected before the Dawes
program becomes operative. payment
OF reparations BY Germany IL placed
ON a sound and regular basis, and the
gradual withdrawal OF Franco Belgian
forces from coupled territory In Ger
many begins.
There have been dramatic meetings
In the British foreign Office. but per-
haps none has possessed the poten-
tialities OF the one when the Allies
and the German representatives met
to seal the contract which. since the
treaty Of Versailles. has defied the
best minds OF many cabinets to salts
factorily draft.
The agreement includes the 6nal
protocol with four annexes. The pro-
tocol itself Is q brief document In
French and English. This and the
first annex were the only documents
actually signed. the other annexes be-
ing merely initiated. They will be
signed In London August 30. the
French and Germans desiring to sub
init the INTO their respective parlia-
ments before finally affixing their sig
natures. None of the American rep
resentatives signed the document.
which bears the title ian agreement
between the reparations commission
and the German government"
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
ITALIAN 0vERTAKES AvlAToRs
LoeateIIi Gives No Hint He viii Try
to Reach Continent Firyt.


Royhjavik. Iceland-Lieutenant Lo-
catslli, italian airman, following the
route Of the American army world
fiiers. has overtaken the American
fiers here after hop from Thors-
haven, Farce islands. His plane was
brought into the inner harbor and an
chored between the planes Of Lieuten-
ants Lowell H. Emith and Erik Nelson.
the American airmen. He brought
with him a letter from the embassy
in Rome to Lieutenant Smith. II was
20 days old.
II IL still uncertain when Location
will leave Reyjavik. and where his
next landing place viii be. There Is
no hint that the Italian aviator has
any idea Of getting to the American
continent ahead of the American
niers.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21

5 MINERS SHOT FROM AMBUSH

Feeling Intense In Oklahoma Labor
War-37 Union Men Face Charges.
wfburton, Okla. Ambushed on
their way home from work. 1--WE non
union workers I'm the Bull Hill coal
mine. IS miles east Of here. were shot
down and one seriously wounded by
unidentified gunner hidden in under
brush
As the men. the first of a larger
party OF miners who had Just com
pieted the days shift. started to cross
small creek near the mine. they
were moved down by q fusiIlade OF
bullets.
Bloodhounds from Fort Smith.
brought to the scene three hours after
ward. were unable to pick up Q trail
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
BRYAN ISSUES PROCLAMATION
Nebraska Governor Abides by Presi.
dent's Request for Observance.

dent's Request for Observance.
Lincoln. Neb.-A proclamation by
Governor Charles w. Bryan, urging
the observance of National Defense
day. was issued from the governors
Office and calls for the assembly OF
the national guard of the state In the
respective localities of the various
units. The governor said he was abid-
ing by the request Of President Coo
lidge. but not by the War depart
ment's plans for q general gathering
or mobilization OF civilian personnel
and material resources, as a supple
ment of the military.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
MEX BANDITS WRECK TRAIN

HebeIs, Believed Headed nJ oeheraI
Sanchez, Send Engine Into Ditch.
Mexico City-Seven OF the band of
100 or more Mexican bandits who
wrecked a train near Jalapa, killed 20
passengers and wounded scores. were
captured and shot by firing squad. &C
cording to information reaching here
A rebel bandit band numbering more
than 100. wrecked a Vera crus train
near Jalapa-popular Mexican summer
resort. sent a volley into the Pullman
cars and killing more than 20 persons
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
German pelesstes Report to Ebsr'

German peleoates Report 10 Ebert
Beriin-Chancellor MARI, Foreign
Secretary stressemann. and the other
German delegates TO the London rep
arations conference arrived home. and
Immediately went into conference with
President Ebert. Later. President
Ebert summoned Q cabinet meeting to
get q report on the London agreement
and the senior committee Of the reich
stag met TO arrange for q reichstag
meeting 10 enact legislation TO put the
Dawes plan into operation. The Ger
man delegates arrival was almost IN.
noticed.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
PROTESTS BRITISH ACTION
Minister 1t LondO to Urge Emer-
eeney Measures.

London-An Official communique has
been issued by the Egyptian govern
ment. according to Exchange Tele
graph dispatch from Cauron, stating
that the Egyptian minister 70 London
has been instructed to lodge formal
protest with the British government
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1924-08-21
THE DAWES PACT
PLAN IS SIGNED
Ratification by Parliament Of
Nations Involved Necessary
to Make Plan Operative.

kehl. osrmany-Ths French
eommander-ln-ehlsf In Baden an
nounced the evacuation Of ofsen-
berg and Appenlre BY French oc-
oupationsi forces: f,7oo French
troops are preparing to move. Re-
tiremert Of the French troops from
the two Baden towns 10 the Hrst
troop movement under the French
promise made to the Germans At
London to Withdraw troops from
Germany "as quickly a. possible"
The withdrawal Of oceupational
forces from Baden has no connee-
tion, however, with the French
pledge to recall their occupation
al troops from the Ruhr.