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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01

The facilities now being placed
consist largely OF underground con.
duit and cable, with aerial cable
extensions leading out from the con-
duit system. Included in these
facilities are is duct miles of con
duit and 15 miles of underground
cable. The cables being placed con-
tain 2.424 wires, the largest cable
used by the telephone company.
Job Soon TO Be Done.
1t is expected all the plant will
he ready for service early this year.
washington has one OF the most
modern telephone systems in the
world, the outside plant being
practically all underground. This
reduces maintenance costs materi'
aIIy. In winter when snow and Ice
are causing damage to aerial plants
washington Is practically immune
from such trouble, due to its under
ground system. This factor has
also done much to improve the looks
az the streets of the city, where
poles and overhead wires would be
unsightly.
The conduit system Of the city is
Iexfensiye. There are now more fhan
| { 2S5 600 duct feet Of conduit IN the
system here. The underground
cables in this conduit contain more
fhan 100000 miles OF wire suffi-
Gent wire to circle the earth about
| 16 times.
Futarre Growth Planned
washington has had an under
ground telephone system since 1884.
As the city expanded the conduit
system was extended and sufficient
ducts or channels were installed to
take care of the future growth as
| indicated by studies made by tele'
| phone engineers who are constantly
engaged in surveying the growth OF
the city and Planning telephone
| facilities to take care OF the expan-
sion.
With a modern underground plant
| connecting all Of the central offices
and extending to the various sec
lions of the District the system i
most flexible and will serve Wash
in[ton for many years to come.
| While many OF the cables in use
are OF the smaller size containing
only 800. 1000 or 1900 wires the
| nres..~t type of cable now being
| installed contains 2 ,424 wires.
When the first underground sys
tenn was inaugurated in Washing
| ton the entire cable plant consisted
of two 1OO-wire and four 5O-wire
cables, all lead covered. About Ge
loose wires, some insulated and
others bare threaded through porce
lain cleats were laid in wooden
box placed over the cablesN the box
being filled with hot tar which
| was supposed to harden and pro
tect both the cables and loose wires
| The experiment was q total failure,
| OF course, the cables which were
I lead covered worked well.
When hot weather set in, the Tar
became soft and began to ooze
through the pavement at each OF
| the low points in the street, and
| for a long time afterwards, 1t was
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CONTINUED from flEbt Fd&SI
idge-savel only the members Of the
Cabinet and their wives, who nad
previously been received in a pri-
vate sitting room and who followed
the President and Mrs. Coolidge
downstaire. IN that stately little
procession which has been de-
scribed so many times.
After the Diplomatic Corps came
the leaders of our Tripartite Gov
eminent. the Judiciary, with Chief
Justice Taft at their head the Sen
ate and the House. Nicholas Long
worth, the, new Speaker, shepherd
ing his flock; Department chiefs.
the Army and the Navy, members
of patriotic organizations and SO on
down the line. The public reception
hogan at o'clock. with the Presi-
dent and Mrs. Coolidge taking time
off for a few moments in between
for rest and refreshment.
Marine Band Plays
Indoors the procedure was much
as at any White House reception,
The fact that the guests were in
ctreet clothes instead of evening
dress giving, however, a somewhat
drawing rooms. There were flowers
sparingly but effectively used The
Marine Band played from Its station
In the corridor. The Presidents
flag, with the Stars and stripes,
thanked the door through which the
Presidential party made its. way in
TO the Blue Room. The Rresidsnt
and Mrs. Coolidge receiver alone,
with only two aides. Col Sherwood
Al. Cheney and Capt. AdOIphus An.
drews to make the introductions.
The custom of having all the CABS
met officers and their wives in line
ct this reception and other State
levees was done away with in Mrs.
Harding's regime and the innova.
ton was found to expedite so
greatly the greeting OF several
thousand guests that the President
and Mrs. Coolidge have followed
their lead.
Few of Cabinet Present
Entering the Blue Room, the Cabi.
net broke up into small groups ia
extend personal greetings to the
diplomats, the Senate and the House
| and others of the official world
| after they had passed down the
| line
| 1t was a rather contracted Cabinet
circle. Vice President and Mrs
Dawes were out of town, extending
| their holiday in Evanston unit
Congress reconvenes. Mrs. Sargent
wife of the Attorney General, Is
! still away: Mrs. Hoover. wife Of
the Secretary Of Commerce, was
| called unexpectedly to California
| yesterday and the Secretary N
Labor and Mrs. Davis were both
absentees.
| The Secretary Of State and Mrs
Kellogg, who headed the Cabinet
line, slipped away early in order
to be at the Pan-American Union
to greet their guests for the diplo
matte breakfast. Secretary Mellor
of the Treasury, fingered, however
| with his lovely daughter, Miss Ailss
Mellon. Others in the Cabfne
| group were the Secretary of Wa
and Mrs. Dwight Davis. Attorne!
| General Sargent, the Postmastel
General and Mrs. New, the Score
tary of the Navy and Mrs. Wilbur
Secretary Work of the Interior au'
the Secretary Of Agriculture anC
| Mrs. Jardine.
OF the round dozen ambassador
who conveyed their greetings ant
their countrys to the President and
Mrs. Coolidge last New Year Day
but three were present this year
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01

| believe that the Democrats will
have increased representation in
both houses Of Congress after the
1926 elections.
Frequent conferences Of represen-
tatives of the minority in the SEN
ate with leaders of the Democrats
i'm the House have secured graft
flying degree OF cooperation touch
ing important measures.
Much of the most wholesome
legislation enacted during the last
four years may be fairly attributed
to, the efforts Of the Democrats.
We insist that the longing for re-
duced ornaments be met.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01


Administration is clear-cut. This
Administration stands for Govern
ment Of, by and for great wealth.
The AdIninistration with one hand
encourages the formation Of super
unonopolies; with the other, il de-
stroys the remaining agencies Of
governmental regulation and control,
Destruction Of the theory upon
which the Federal Income Tax law
was based, namely TINT taxation
must be levied in proportion to the
ability Of the taxpayer to carry the
burden, will be contaminated i the
tax hill passes the Senate.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01

IS particular encOGTdgAhB WHt4t asa
signs pointing to a continuance Of
prosperity for all alike. The present
wave Of prosperity, in which all the
people are sharing. will last
throughout the year.
The resources of the Government
are in excellent condition. due prin-
cipaIly to the brand Of economy
practiced by President Coolidge and
the Republican Congress.
The Administration will continue
70 show during 1926 the friendly ct:
titude toward business and industry.
large and small, which characterized
its Government activities during
the last four years.
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WAN To- STAND
TRIAL JAN. Il
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or guns in, the hads of, ad fired
by. flag Sung Wan and Tsong
Ing Van. We hold the said Ziang
Sun Wan and Tsong Ing Van for
the action of the grand jury"
After nearly eight months Of
careful study Of every detail Of
the crime the grand jury returned
an indictment September 80 against
Wan for murder in the first degree
and against his brother, Tsong Ing
Van, for Forgery. The murdered
men were officials Of the Chinese
Educational Mission in this coun-
try, and the accused were students
and friends ofthe chief of the mis-
sion Doctor Wong.
Robbery Alleged Motive
Robbery Is supposed to have been
the motive of the crime. The police
claimed that Wan made a confes-
sion to the effect that he killed WI
after the latter nad been shot to
death by Wong and Hsfe and that
his young brother, Van, had no
part in the murder and was not in
the house at the time the crime was
committed.
Kang Ii, a Chinese student living
directly across the street from the
Chinese Mission house by accident
discovered the crime and at once
reported it to the police.
Wan, after a TRIAL lasting many
weeks, was found guilty as indicted.
Justice Gould presided at the tEfal.
Attorney James A. O'Shea, Nho
represented the accused, emphasized
the fact Throughout the trial that
Wan was sick and worn out by the
continued inquiries of the police and
detectives and finally consented TO
sign the confession. The police
denied that any undue influence
was exerted and Justice Gould adj
mitted the alleged confession.
O'Shea Wins His Fight
1t was upon this ground that At
torney O'Shea who carried the mat
ter to the Court OF Appeals and
finally to the United States Su
preme Court that he obtained q
new trial for his client, the latter
tribunal ruling that the confession
which was introduced at the tria
and upon which the conviction was
secured inyalidated the trial ant
that Wan should have another trial
The sentencing of Wan was on
of the most sensational in the his
tory of the local courts. AS jus
tice Gould pronounced the dealt
sentence, the accusde, then mer'
boy of "a, collapsed to the floor IL
swoon and had to be taken fron
| the court room. Upon taking the
case to the Court Of Appeals tn,
conviction and sentence were az
| firmed, whereupon Attorney O'Shes
sought special appeal which wa
| granted.
In the coming trial the Govern
ment will be represented by AS
sistant District Attorney Georgt
Horning. Wan is now 81 year
old and his seven years life in jsi
has transformed him from a slim
Figured youth OF rather heavy-se
and fleshy man. Prison authoritie
have reported that he is one o
the healthiest prisoners in thei
care.
Many Witnesses Die.
Upon what theory the Govern
ment will proceed in the matter
since the alleged confession ha
-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01

a. combination of velvet and chif-
fon, with a small taupe hat. Mrs.
New had on a costume OF black
and gold, the skirt of the gown be.
ing Of velvet and the bodice OF
black and gold brocade. Her hat
was black. Mrs. Wilbur wore
reseda green cloth gown, with q
black hat and Mrs. Jardine wore
and kept on--a lovely broadtail coat
over gown OF black and green
which was noticeably--and becom.
ingly--short.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01

necessary to cart it sway weeks
Cellars of many homes along the
conduit run received their share
OF this soft tar, which followed tfle
water pipes into the houses.
The first underground caDie
placed in modern type conduit WIS
Installed about 1892, and this syss
tenn has been added to from time
to time until today the streets arc
I1oneyconnbed.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01
By REPRESENTATIVE JOHN q. TILsON

The outlook for 1926 il rosy one. Unusual prosperity
prevails and with exceptions reaches throughout tue
country Our economic condition Is fundamentally sound
y nnl.. a-ola - aao.ano In 81
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01
COrks Pop and Rum
Flows in New York;
Dry Agents Do Little
AZ International News Service

By InteFnAtIOnaI MOVIE befFIoe
NEW YORK. Jan. 1.-The New
Year, 1926, was ushered in in New
York today with medley Of rev.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01
By SENATOR JOSEPH T. ROBINSON
Democratic Leader of the senate

The New Year promises good fortune to the Demo.
cratic party FactiOnaIism which divided councils
In the last national convention has almost disappeared
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01

nenrocratic Leader Of House
Let il hone that the year 1896 viii witness realiza
ton on the part Of the people Of the extent 70 which
special privilege has been enthroned Y Governments ana
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01
Br sENATOR CHARLEs CURTIs

Our Nation greets the New Year healthy and prosper.
Gus with the benefits kindly Providence scattered
and wide The outlook for the next twelve months
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01
Many Witnesses Die.

Upon what theory the Govern
ment will proceed in the matter.
since the alleged confession has
been ruled out by the United States
Supreme Court, is as much of a
puzzle as the ground which the de.
tense will pursue to obtain an dc-
uuittal for Wan.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1926-01-01

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Nv SENATOR ROBERT NJ IA TOILETTE JR.
Progressive Leader
The year 1926 promises Progressives hard fighting
against big odds.
One thing we have to thankful for is that the issue
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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-11-11

Have you read the ads?
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-11-11

legislator who has been defeated and,
still has a portion of a term to serve.
Usually if he has been prominent in
party councils it is expected that the
administration will take care of him"
or find a berth which may be filled
by Presidential appointment. The
minority has little or no patronage for
their losers. Senators who fall by
the wayside in the elections ordin-
arily expect appointments to the dip
lomatic service as ambassadors or
ministers at the foreign courts. This
income sufficient to defray their ex-
penses as salaries of diplomats are
VIGOROUSLY low and inadequate to
meet the needs of their office. Those
members of the Senate and House who
have been turned out of office by the
people and for economic or political
reasons desire to remain in this coun-
try look for berths on independent
commissions of the government
which pay a salary of $4,000 to
$4,000 per year.
This system has lead to certain
abuses and Senator Norris of Nebras-
ka has for several years advocated a
constitutional amendment which
would shorten the term of the lame
duck" and allow the newly elected
members to take office in January in
stead of March, AS the situation now
stands, those elected to the Senate and
House will not take up their official
duties until IA months have elapsed
or at the new Congress, December
1, 1927 There are exceptions to this,
of course, as three senators were
elected to fill the uneXpired terms and
will take their place Immediately.
They will replace Senators who were
designated by appointment by the
governor in various states including
Massachusetts and Iowa.
The House Committe on Ways and
Means. and a subcommittee on Inter-
state and Foreign Commerce of the
House of Representatives will meet
next week to hear Representatives of
the Treasury Department of Justice
and other agencies express their
views on legislation for the payment
| of awards to Americans and Germans
as an outgrowth of the war. This
legislation deals with alien property
| and has a peculiar bearing upon our
foreign affairs. The House Commit
tee on Appropriations will also meet
within a few days to take up proposed
expenditures of the various Federal
Departments. Procession activity is
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Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-11-11
FREE CLINIC TO BE
HELD AT FINLAYSON

Infants and children are going to-
have an opportunity for free medical
examinations at the clinic arranged
by the Pine County Public Health
Association as a part of it's Christmas
Seal work. The clinic will be held
at Finlayson, on Nov. 10, at the school
house from a. m. to p. m. Mrs.
]. J. Molloy is the local chairman.
The purpose of the free clinics,
which are being financed by Christ
mas Seal funds, is to extend informa-
ton on proper care of children, to
find unsupported defects and to urge
prompt treatment; and to teach the
value of periodic medical examina-
tions
1t is urged that all anaemic and
underweight children, and others who
for any reason seem to be below par
physically, be brought to the clinic
for examination. Children who have
at any period of their lives been ex-
posed to tuberculosis for a prolonged
period are particularly asked to come.
The examiner will be a physician
who specializes in children's work
sent out by the Minnesota Public
Health Association. Each child will
be thoroughly examined; any defects
will be called to the attention of
parents, and those needing medical
attention will be referred to the fam
lily physician.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-11-11
OFFICIAL ELECTION
RETURNS PUBLISHED

The Official returns of the General
Election in Pine County are pub
lished this week and it will be
noted that there are few differ
ences from those given last week
which were unofficial and gotten
hurriedly over the telephone. The
total votes of the whole county are
also shown. 1t will be noted that the
closest race in the county was that
for representative, the vote being as
follows: Therrien, 246S; Petersen,
1922; majority, 46. Mr. Petersen car
ricd % precints and Mr.. Therrien 49,.
In two precincts, Crosby and Henri
cite, the candidates were tied. An
other close race was that for county
attorney, the vote being as follows:
Hurley, 2706; Johnson 1852, majority
154. In all other cases the successful
candidates won by large majorities,
the final figures being as follows:
Senator-Larson, 2919; Holmberg,
1867; majority 952 in Pine county
Auditor-Edin, 1881; Anderson, 1886;
majority 1746. Register of Deeds
Hamlin, 1857; Christensen, 1746; ma
! jority 1911. County superintendent
Miller, 3311; Blankenship. 1745; ma
jority 1866. Governor ChristiaHson
carried the county by a majority OF
26S votes while Congressman Goodwin
won over Lundeen with majority OF
1898 votes.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1926-11-11
NUMBER 9.
EASTERN WRITER HAS
COMPLETED SURVEY
David Lloyd Spent Several Weeks
i'm AskOv Studying Conditions
Here.-Sends Out Question
naire to Individuals.

David Lloyd, who has been here
about Askov since it's beginning as
Danish. colony, over 20 years ago, left
Monday for his home in Plainfield,
N. j., planning to stop off at Mime
apolis and Chicago enroute. Mr..
Lloyd has completed his work here
but will be busy for some time in
the home office compiling the facts
obtained first hand. He sends greet
ings to the many acquaintance made
at Askov and wishes to extend his
thanks for the hospitality shown him
throughout his stay.
A QUESTIONABLE was sent out by mail
just before he left, which he hopes
each one will answer promptly.
The QUESTIONABLE contained in part
the following:
The Institute of Social and Religi-
Gus Research is collecting the real
facts as to the situation of the men
and women who have come over and
settled in America in recent decades.
1t is most important, not only for the
immigrant settlers but also for the
ultimate welfare of the whole nation,
that these facts should be accurately
established and become the basis of
more enlightened public opinion.
The Institute, which co-operates
with the University of Minnesota and
other educational bodies, is a disint-
crested and Independent enterprise.
The Institute is unofficial, though the
Government opens unpublished off,
cial information to it's use. The In
stitute is privately supported by pub
lic-spirited contributors in the int
crest of the best development of our
common country.
Askov is being given special study
in this Investigation, which is cover
ing the entire country. A detailed
survey of the condition and devel-
opment of Askov is now being COM
pleted by statistical information
sought from all here.
No personal information will be
published The answers are conf
Dental. The results are obtained by
count, as in an election. Names are
not asked for
If some of the questions are diff
cult, don't fail to answer all you can.