Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 39, Number 179, 8 June 1914 — Page 1

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VOL. XXXIX. NO. 179 RICHMOND, IND MONDAY EVENING, JUNE 8, 1914 SINGLE COPY 2 CENTS

SOCIAL UNREST FORCES CHANGE IN BASIC LAWS (Senator Stotsenburg Defends Democratic Plan for Constitutional Convention Before University Meeting.

IGrowth in Population and Industrial Advance Demand Revision to Bring Government to People. (Palladium Special) BLOOMINGTON. Ind., June S. Senator Evan B. Stotsenburg of New Albany, author of the act providing for a vote on a constitutional convention for Indiana, defended the act today, declared this to be a period of unrest, and said th" call for a change in the state cons.'.ution was only a natural result of the great industrial change that has come since the present instrument was drawn. The occasion for the address was the first session of the conference on j the question, "Shall a Constitutional Convention be Called in Indiana," conducted by the Extension Division of Indiana University. Many visitors, including members of the state legislature, social workers and advocates of reform movements, were present. The conference was to continue for three days and was to be addressed by many prominent men. On the program were Hugh Th. Miller, Republican candidate for the United States senate; Albert J. Beveridge, Progressive candidate for the senate; Herbert S. Bigelow, president of the late Ohio Constitutional convention; Fred Sims, former chairman of the Republican state committee, John A. Lapp, director of the bureau of legislative information; Edgar A. Perkins, representing labor; W. K. Stewart of Indianapolis and Senator Stosenburg. Outgrows Basic Law. Stotsenburg said in effect that the constitution, which had been remarkable in its time, had been outgrown by the state. While the state has grown from a territory of 65,000 population to a state of about 3,000,000 people, he said, the constitution has been changed only once. After it had existed a third of a century the constitution was altered to conform to the great changes in the state. But the marvelous growth of the State from 1806 to 1850 was nothing compared to the growth between 1850 and 1914, he said. He told of a few changes. Railroads had increased from 212 miles of line to over 10,000 miles; interurbau lines from nothing to 2,500 miles; public utilities were unknown, but now they supply every city with light and water; telegraph and telephone lines have sprung up in that time; manufacturing plants have increased from an investment of $8,000,000 to one of $500,000,000. The population of only 9 cities exceeded 2,000 at that time, he said, and the largest city. New Albany, had 8,000. Now 100 cities have over 2,000 population. Then the state was engaged almost exclusively in agricultural pursuits, but now over one-half of the population reside in cities and towns. People Demand Revision. Stotsenburg used this data to demonstrate why there was, as he termed it, a condition of unrest in the state. In spite of these radical changes, the same old constitution was in use, he said, though states on all sides had Iseen the need of changing their fundamental laws. "Since 1881, a third of a century ago, not a single change has been made in the constitution," he said. "The people feel that the control of the affairs of governiment. are slipping away from them. They demand that the constitution be rewritten to suit their present-day idea of popular government." Stotsenburg made the statement that "every man, I don't care who he may be, will agree that some change should be made" in the constitution, lie said they differed on the changes. He cited the various changes that had been suggested as follows: providing woman suffrage, compulsory workman's compensation, prohibition (liquor), initiative, referendum and recall; special charters for cities, the short ballot; fewer elections; statutes fixing qualifications for lawyers, new tax Jaws, new machinery for amending the constitution. BOWMAN TO FOLLOW GOLDFINGER'S LEAD Auditor Will Close County Office Half Day During Hot Weather. Auditor Bowman is the first county official to announce that he will follow Henry Goldfinger's lead in giving his employes an afternoon vacation every week. Mr. Bowman stated today that he will dismiss two of three girls every Saturday afternoon, retaining one to assist him in office work. All offices in the court house will close Thursday afternoon to permit the deputies and officials to attend the Morton park opening. The office of county clerk may remain open, according to the order of the order of the court. Auditor Bowman, Treasurer Chamness, Recorder Parsons, Bheriff Bayer and County Superintendent Williams have definitely agreed to close next Thursday afternoon and Clerk Matthews will close If possible. County Attorney Hoelscher Is looking for a law which other counties of the state have carried out, for the closing of city and county offices every Saturday afternoon during the summer. Nothing is known of such a law here although from the action of other bounties, one apparently exists.

COMPLETE TRAININGJOURSES Five Young Women Compose Graduating Class of Reid Hospital School. Graduation exercises of the Class of 1914 of the Reid Memorial Hospital Training School for Nurses will be held in the high school auditorium Tuesday evening at 7:30 o'clock. Dr. S. C. Markley will preside. The graduates are Myrtle Elizabeth Wilkins, Wilma M. Wallace, Almira M. Painter, Alta F. Smith and Alice Ward. The commencement program follows: Vocal Quartet Mrs. P. W. Krueger, Mrs. Ray Longnecker, Mr. Otto Krone, Mr. Frank Braffett. Miss Alice Knollenberg, accompanist. Invocation -Rev. John S. Lightbourn, j Vocal Solo "My Task" (Ashford) Mrs. Fred J. Bartel. Miss Knollenberg, accompanist. Address Robert L. Kelly, Ph. M., LL. 1).. President Karlham College. Violin Solo Miss Carolyn Hutton; Miss Mildred Schalk, accompanist. Presentation of Diplomas Mr. John L. Rupe, President Board of Trustees. Benediction. Miss Marsh is superintendent at the hospital. The management extends a cordial invitation to the public generally to attend these exercises and especially to the members of the Woman's Aid society of the Hospital, their families, the trustees and their families, all city officials with their families, members of the press and all citizens interested in the hospital and its work. ABINGTON SUSPECT CARRYING ARSENAL DEFIES 1 SHERIFFS Union County Official Fails to Make Arrest, Although Holler Hides in Woods Near Mother's Home. Although warrants for the arrest of William Holler, a paroled inmate of the Easthaven Insane hospital living on a farm in Union county with his mother, near Abington, have been issued and are in the hands of both Sheriff Payer of Wayne county, and Sheriff Line of Union county, no effort had been made by either official up to noon today to apprehend him. A relative of Holler yesterday informed Mayor Robbins, who was in Abington, that the man had been seen near the town that day and was heavily armed, carrying a rifle and two revolvers. He is said to be an expert marksman. Holler is believed to have placed blue vitriol in the spring which furnishes Abington with its water supply, and which is located on the property of Butler Rodenberg. It is supposed Holler harbored some fancied grievance against Rodenberg. Report Alarms Town. Remembering tne terrific battle he waged with former sheriff L. P. Mere dith and his deputy, Ray Harris, a few years ago before they succeeded in ar-! resting him, Abington people feel convinced that Holler will not submit to arrest this time without putting up a contest retain his liberty. Saturday Sheriff Line of Union i county went to the Holler home but I returned to Liberty without him. He I reported that Holler was not on his j farm. A few days ago Sheriff Bayer called on him and asked him to return j with him to Richmond, which Holler j flatly refused to do. Buyer made no effort to use force to bring him to this j city because being in Union county he ! t nought he had no authority for such action. Smith Wants Holler. Since Bayer's visit, it is said. Holler has spent but little time at his home and has been in hiding in the woods in that vicinity most of the time, never moving without his arsenal. Superintendent S. K. Smith, of Easthaven Insane hospital, made two requests of Sheriff Line to take Holler into custody and return him to the asylum, not believing it safe to permit him to remain at large any longer. The second request was made after the spring poisoning incident and was ignored by the sheriff. The first request, was made several weeks before. Line went to the Holler farm and talked with the man but failed to apprehend him. Notwitstanding Ihe fact that one of the greatest alienists in the country, Dr. Smith, believed Holler should be returned to the state hospital. Sheriff Line at that time expressed the opinion that Holler was not insane. An Abington friend of Holler saw him Saturday and said Holler had informed him he would leave the country if his mother would furnish the money but said she had refused to do so. OH, SAVED AGAIN! Board Hears From West Side Dump. The Women's Vigilance Committee of Richmond avenue, in the vicinity of the Doran bridge dump detected a low, rakish looking vehicle unloading a cargo of trash on the dump, in violation of the edict issued by the board last week, and promptly notified the board members this morniag. Sharp commands rang out at once that a policeman be hurried to the scene to put a stop to the outrage, and the police department got busy. City officials heaved a sigh of relief when they ascertained that the wagon which was unloading the trash did not belong to the city.

NURSES

G. 0. P. SELECTS TICKET TO MAKE RACE IN COUNTY

Colored Republicans Defeated in Boom for Dr. Anderson Against Dr. Bulla in Coroner's Contest. Morel's Nomination for Treasurer Surprises Opponents Downing His Candidacy for Auditor. The following ticket was nominated Saturday at the Republican county convention in this city: For Judge of Circuit Court Henry C. Fox. For Prosecutor Denver Harlan, Jackson township. For Clerk Frank M. Jones, Richmond. For Auditor Louis S. Bowman, Richmond. For Treasurer Albert Morel, Richmond. For Sheriff Albert Steen, Richmond. For Commissioner Eastern District Homer Farlow, Wayne township. For Commissioner, Middle District W. K. Cheesman, Center township. For Assessor W. M. Matthews, Richmond. For Coroner Dr. Mora S. Bulla, Richmond. For Surveyor Howard Horton, Richmond. For Representative James Knapp, Hagerstown. For County Councilmen First District, H. R. Robinson; Second District, E. M. Hoover; Third District, Junius Knipe; Fourth District, George Hart; At Large, L. N. Hampton, George E.' Seidel and A. J. Simson. There were contests for five nominations, for clerk, sheriff, treasurer, coroner and commissioner from the middle district, but one ballot was suuicient to decide the result in each contest, the plurality rule having been adopted. All other candidates were nominated by acclamation. For the first time in many years the colored Republicans sought a place on the ticket, Dr. W. W. Anderson, a well known colored physician of this city, for coroner. He was turned down by a close vote in favor of Dr. Mora S. Bulla, of Richmond. Bulla received 1501" votes to Anderson's 12SV- Leaders of the colored faction of the party were keenly disappointed over Anderson's defeat. Attorney Richardson, a colored man, in placing Anderson in nomination said if he was placed on the ticket every colored voter in the county would rally to the support of the ticket. There were three candidates for clerk, F. M. Jones, of Richmond being nominated. The vote was Jones 114; George Matthews 1U6 and M. E. Eikenberry 53. Renominate Steen. Albert Steen, who served one term as sheriff, was renominated for that office over W. I). Rich and E. X. Brumfield by the following vote: Steen 159, Rich 51, Brumfield 43. There were three candidates for commissioner of the middle district, W. K. Cheesman, Center township, W. E. Brown, Green township, B. H. Linderman, Center township, Cheesman being nominated by the following vote: Cheesman 123, Brown 109, Linderman 48. The nomination of Albert Morel for treasurer over E. J. Weidner and Claude S. Kitterman, the later (if Jackson township, was the surprise action of the convention. Morel was (Continued on Page Three.) FIND ASSESSMENTS TOO LOWINMSON Members of Review Board Consider Sweeping Increase of 15 Per Cent. All property in Jackson township may be rai'sed 15 per cent in the assessment made this spring by the township assessor, according to Benjamin Price, of the Board of Review, today. This statement was made after the board had found all corporations were assessed 25 per cent lower than last year, and that the assessor is a candidate for office next year. Only two Cambridge City corporations were passed on today. The American Casket company was raised from $4,100 to $t,50, and the assessment of the casket company was increased from the assessor's figures of $6,310 to $7,050. Last year the corporation was assessed at $7,5i0. It will be impossible for the board with only thirty days' session and part of that gone, to go into specific cases In Jackson township, but the investigation which is now under way may result in the sweeping raise being made in all assessments. The revelation of the Jackson township situation came about this morning in tne regular routine of business. The board started going over all corporation assessments and finding the big differences, looked especially into those of Jackson township. No Richmond corporations have been considered. "In speaking of the decrease in assessments Mr. Price asid: "There is only one way to remedy the evil. As long as the office of assessor is made a political one, the year closing the term of the assessor will mean lower assessments. Not all assessors do this, but it is so frequent that the office should be made appointive under some higher offioiaL"

U, S. MUST

ABOLISH

RACE OISCRIM Elbert Russell Points to Elimination of Arbitrary Standards Toward Colored Peoples. The elimination of arbitrary standards by Anglo-Saxons in their dealings with colored races must be brought about, according to Elbert Russell, who spoke at the North A Street Friends church Sunday afternoon. This problem, with that of the living wage problem and other social and religious questions, must occupy the time and receive the consideration of the Anglo-Saxon race, replacing the material work of the pioneer in clearing the frontier lands and using their energies individually. Mr. Russell believes that the Japanese question in California can best be solved through the application of the Christian idea of brotherhood than by laws which incite the Japanese nation and augment the smoulderings of the international question, which may still be settled peaceably. "Whenever the Anglo-Saxon race meets the colored race, there exists a strife which is brought about through an artificial distinction, not based on achievement, but upon arbitrarily set standards," Mr. Russell said. "In our foreign mission work among nations of colored races, we are teaching Christian brotherhood which will tend to eliminate this idea as far as the bulk of the races in touch with the missionaries is concerned. Pioneers' Work Done. "This is the big work of the American people. The pioneers who have cleared the land, started our cities and opened the pathway for the present degree of civilization in the country have passed, but the American people have some pioneers' work to take the place of that material labor. "Because the pioneers were so busy in their industrial work they believed one man was as good as another for an ofifice. they tolerated the spoils system and other political evils. Co-operation in political reform by the pioneers of a new era of politics worked to bring about the elimination of those evils." In speaking of the living wage problem, Mr. Russell said that while this country has abolished slavery and fights to abolish slavery in other countries, it has not furnished a wage to its laboring men sufficient to provide food, clothing and comforts of the slave. For this great problem no logical remedy has been found, Mr. Russell said, and the nation must work to solve it. G. 0, P, TO D, W. COMSTOCK FOR CONGRESSMAN'S RACE District Chairman Lynch Is Pleased With Wayne County's Endorsement of Jurist. It appears to be a foregone conclusion that Judge D. VY. Comstock, of this city, will be nominated as candidate for congressman from the Sixth district without opposition at the Republcan convention to be held at Cambridge City, June 1G. In thanking the Republican county convention delegates for their action in indorsing him for the nomination. Judge Comstock said that he had given the question no consideration and was not in a position to state whether he. would consent to having his name placed in nomination. It is believed, however, that Judge Comstock will accept the nomination it it is tendered to him, and there is no reason to doubt that it will not be tendered to him. Lynch Is Pleased. District Chairman P. J. Lynch, of Newcastle, was delighted when the candidacy of Judge Comstock was suggested and indorsed by the county convention. Both Mr. Lynch and Elraer B;:ssptt, of Shelby county, former district chairman, had been mentioned as prospective candidates for the congressional nomination. Mr. Lynch says he will gladly withdraw in favor of the veteran Wayne county jurist and it is believed the same action would be taken by Mr. Bassett. "I believe Judge Comstock is the ideal selection for the Republican congressional nomination," Mr. Lynch remarked to newspaper men. He has an unimpeachable record, is a man of brilliant attainments, a splendid orator and one of the most accomplished members of the Indiana bar. He is also well known and popular all over the district. I believe he would make a strong appeal to the voters. You can say for myself that I have never been anything more than a voluntary candidate for the nomination and I will gladly withdraw in favor of Judge Comstock." Judge Comstock for several terms was on the bench of the Indiana appellate court and last month retired as commander of the Indiana O. A. R. At one time he was judge of the Wayne circuit court. LEMON FORCED TO MISS CONFERENCE Richmond was not represented today at the first session of the state tax conference at Bloomington, as Fred Lemon, chairman of the taxation committee of the Commercial club, was unable to leave his business. Some member of the committee will attend the conference at least one day, either tomorrow or Wednesday. Two other members, L. S. Bowman and A. N. Chamness. are unable to go because of the session of the board of review. B. B. Myrick, Charles E. Shiveley, E. F. Hiatt and W. O. Wissler are the other members of the taxation committee.

NATION

NOMINATE

PATRIOTIC ORDERS GET EARLY START FOR SANE FOURTH

Resolutions Condemning the Noisy and Dangerous Celebrations Come Before G. A. R. and W. R .C. Merchants Lay in Supply of Fireworks for Fourth, But Shy at Large Death-Dealing Pieces. Sane Fourth of July observance will be urged upon the citizens of Richmond by all patriotic organizations this year in printed resolutions. Richmond is gradually following the lead of a few other cities of the country and is not using dangerous fireworks which so often lead to the loss of life or permanent injuries. Ed lliff, president of the Humane society, which is still organized, but inactive, stated today that he will not handle fireworks at his store, on Main street. Other dealers, however, will have as large a supply as usual, but of the more harmless variety. Mr. lliff believes at least the noisy part of Richmond's Fourth celebration is gradually being eliminated although display fireworks have not declined in popularity. Picnic6 Replace Noise. "Family picnics and sports are taking the place of the old, dangerous, noisy Fourth of July," Mr. lliff said. "The use of fireworks cannot be eliminated entirely, but in many cases the persons who make the most noise, lose sight of the significance of the day and are now looking forward to it for the freedom they will have in shooting firecrackers and celebrating the Fourth of July instead of Independence day." It is believed that progress toward eliminating hazardous celebrations because no schools are in session in July, thus cutting off educative work teachers might do. Two years ago city council passed an ordinance which is of great value in making the day less of a disturbance and more of a patriotic celebration or, at least, a day of rest. The size and nature of fireworks were limited. Cannon crackers more than an inch in diameter or more than five inches long are tabooed. Last year dealers held a meeting before the Fourth of July and decided to co-operate with the city officials in carrying out the ordinance. The Domestic Science association, Women's Relief Corps, Ladies of the G. A. R., the Humane societies and other organizations have or will pass resolutions declaring for a safe and sane celebration of the Fourth of July. KROMA MAY STAND TRIAL FOR LARCENY Herman Kroma, arrested recently for stealing a horse and buggy,, is to be tried on a charge of grand larceny, if the court accepts the suggestion of Prosecutor Reller. This was decided today at a meeting between Reller, Frank Strayer, an attorney representing Kroma, and State Paroe Agent Prince. Prince was of the opinion that it would be a mistake not to punish Kroma for his latest offense, his third one, because of the possible effect it might have on the discipline at the JeP'ersonville reformatory, and on the other paroled convicts from that institution. He opposed, however, trying Kroma on a charge of being an habitual offender and advised prosecution on a grand larceny charge, which carries with it a term of from one to fourteen years. He said that if Kroma made a good record at the prison he would be paroled again at the end of the tlrst year, and that Richmond people interested in his case could then send him to a farm. 154 PUPILS ENROLL AT SOCIAL CENTER When the school bell rang at 8:00 o'clock this morning at Whitewater school, there were 154 pupils in their scats, ready to enroll in the first month's experimental session of Richmond's summer indujirial and social school. The children were partly organized and arranged into classes today, but because the system is different, it will be impossible to do active school work for a day or two. The subjects which will be taught in the regular school curriculum aside from industrial work, have not been decided. Many of the pupils returned this afternoon to participate in the playground work under Prof. D. D. Ramsey. This will also be organized and carried on systematically although informal playing without schedule will be permitted at certain hours. MINISTERS TALK ON POPULAR BOOK In discussing Winston Churchill's latest novel, "Inside the Cup," members of the Wayne County Ministerial association were divided in their criticism of the work. The general idea of the book, which aims toward the re-adjustment of the industrial and church world, was commended, although exception was taken by some on his conceptions. The date for the annual picnic of the association was set for th afternoon of. June 11.

U. S. WINS THREE BIG CONCESSIONS

NIAGARA FALLS, Ont. June 8. Three important victories have been won by the United States in connection with mediation proceedings. They are: Huerta has withdrawn his refusal of a pledge to quit the presidency. Huerta has remained a party to the negotiations despite the ignoring of his demands that a bi-partisan provisional government be chosen to succeed him. Huerta has backed down in regard to the Tampico blockade. Only one more victory is needed by the United States to make mediation a success. It is working to persuade Gen. Carranza to agree to an armistice. The mediators believe the American government will win. VAN DOREN TO FILL PLACE AT El Johns Hopkins Graduate Accepts Position Made Vacant by Resignation of Prof. Harry N. Holmes. Announcement was made this morning of the appointment of Dr. Lloyd Van Doren, Ph. D. of Johns Hopkins University, and now head of the department of chemistry in the Municipal University at Akron, Ohio; to take the chair of chemistry at Earlham College made vacant by the resignation of Dr. Harry N. Holmes. Dr. Van Doren was recommended to the college officials by Dr. Ira Remsen, of Johns Hopkins, who is recognized as the greatest chemist in the United States. A telegram accepting the appointment was received from Dr. Van Doren this morning. Concerning the action, President Kelly said, "Dr. Van Doren combines the three features that we desire in all of the members of our faculty. He is a man of unusual scholarship, excellent social qualities, and high personal ideals. Dr. Remsen recommended him as highly fitted for the position." Announces Faculty. With this appointment the faculty for next year has been selected. Members of the faculty this year who will be retained next year are as follows: Robert Lincoln Kelly, Ph. M., LL. D., president; William N. Trueblood, A. M., English Literature; David W. Dennis, A. M., Ph. D., Biology; Edwin P. Trueblood, A. M., Public Speaking; Harlow Lindley, A. M., History; Allen D. Hole. A. M.. Ph. D., Geology; Elbert Russell, A. M., Biblical Literature; Arthur M. Charles, A. M., German; Edwin Morrison, M. S., Physics; Joseph H. Coffin, M. S.. Ph. D., Philosophy; William O. Mendenhall. A. M., Ph. D., Mathematics; Laurence Hadley, A. M., Mathematics; Walter C. Woodward, M. A., Ph. D., History; Elisabeth Conrad, A. M., French; Charles H. Haile, Ph. D., Classics; Earle Stanley Alden, A. M., English: Agnes L. Johnson, A. M., French and German: Laura C. Gaston, Piano; Glenn C. Friermood, Vocal Music: Mary A. J. Ballard. A. B., Spanish: Elsie Marshall, A- B.. Domestic Science; Chester Reagan, B. S., Physical Training: Gladys Bassett. A. B.. Physical Training; Paul 11. Brown, B. S., Chemistry and Physics: Bertha Miller, A. B., Librarian. New members of the faculty will be Lloyd Van Doren, Ph. D., Chemistry; Agnes L. Johnson, M. A., French and German; Raymond Binford, Ph. I)., Biology; Carolyn Mutton, violin. Miss Bertha King, a former Karlham graduate, has been appointed to succeed Miss Mills, who lias resigned her position as nurse. POLICE TAKE FIVE AFTER FIST FIGHT Combatants Enliven Streets Saturday Night With Free Stiff Bouts. Two lively fights furnished excitement in the central business district Saturday evening, and today five men were arraigned on charges ol assault and battery. Both cases were postponed until tomorrow, because witnesses failed to appear. Frank "Snooks'' Murray, colored, clashed with ! G. St. Albans, white, tin Main street between Seventh and Eighth streets, and the melee was a spirited one until interrupted by Office Little. The cause of the troubleis not know. James Harrison and Stanley Roberts attacked Eugene Asheraft while on North Eighth street, near the Gennett theatre, and it is paid Asheraft had all the best of the fistic dispute. OlMe Hayden, colored, drew the stiff fine of $25 and cost for carrying a concealed weapon, a revolver. Mayor Robbins informed him that "gun toting" in Richmond had to cease, and that the next man arraigned on such a charge was going to draw a jail sentence as well as a fine. John C. Alhridge. a traveling farm hand, believed to be a little off in the dome, was gathered off the road near Whitewater by Sheriff Bayer Sunday, and is being held at the city jail. He had money to the amount of eight dollars sewpd in various parts of his clothing. He probably will be sent out of the county. WEATHER FORECAST f 4 For Indiana Generally fair tonight and Tuesday; continued warm. TEMPERATURE Noon 90 Yesterday Minimum 65 Maximum 89

ARLHANI

HUERTA ANNULS BLOCKADE ORDER AGAINST TAMPICO

Mediators Get Down to Work After Fearing Outbreak of Hositilities Following Dictator's Obdurate Stand. Foreign Envoys at Mexico City Force Chief Executive to Call Off Sending Gunboats. WASHINGTON. June 8. President Huerta of Mexico has backed down and rescinded his order for the blockade of the port of Tampico. Formal announcement of the annullment of the order was given to Secretary Bryan by Signor Kiano. the Spanish ambassador, here today. For some time before the important news was taken to Secretary Bryan, reports were current that the dictator had rescinded his order, which was aimed to prevent delivery of the large cargo of arms and ammunition consigned to the Constitutionalists at Tampico. A heavy load was lifted from the minds of the administration officials by this news. During the early forenoon it was feared that Huerta would force the issue to the extent of provoking hostilities. Influence of the foreign envoys at Mexico City is believed to have had a large part in forcing Huerta to alter his command. MEDIATORS BREATH EASIER. Optimism Replaces Gloom at Huerta's Retraction. NIAGARA FALLS. Ont., June 8 News that Huerta had backed down in connection with his blockade of Tampico reached the A. B. C. mediators and the delegates of the United States and Mexico today just as the envoys of the Latin-American nations were going into conference with the American representatives. Optimism replaced the gloomy feeling that had been apparent in mediation ranks during the early forenoon. There seems to be a general impression that a great crisis has been passed and that the matter which threatened to disrupt the conferences and bring on war would be satisfactorily adjusted. The Mexican delegates took the news without any surprise. SUSPENSION ANNOUNCED.. MEXICO CITY, June 8 "The blockade of Tampico has been suspended." This formal announcement was issued by the government today through the minister of foreign relations. EXPECT THOUSAND AT 000 FELLOWS FIRST GATHE P U Wayne county Odd Fellows and their families are to participate in an all day basket picnic at Jackson park, west of C?ntt rville. on Thursday. June lf. the affair to be conducted under the auspices of the Encampment degree of the order. A committee composed of members from tach of the Encampments in Wayne county, held a meeting at East (lermantown yesterday and it was decided to invite all members of the subordinate lodges, members of the Daughters of Rebekahs. including members of their families. A thousand or more persons, it is expected, will participate, nd the dayis to be made enjoyable by numtrus amusement features. A brass band will be n the grounds throughout the day, and a program f interest will be provided. There will not. however, be speaking of any sort, the tcmmUtee deciding that the affair was to be in the nature of an outing and that amusement feature s only should hae sway. The committee has issued the following: To Members of All Lodges of Odd Fellows. Encampments and the Hehekah Degree in Wayne County: The Encampment branch of Odd Fellowship in Wayne county, hereby extends a cordial invitation to you to attend the all day bat-ket picnic at Jackson park. Thursday. June IS. There will be music and various amusements for children as well as the grown-ups. Bring well filled baskets and spend an enjoyable day in the beautiful park. Encampment Committee. MAYOR ISSUES EOICT Threatens Prosecution der Garbage Law. UnMayor Robbins announced today that after this week further violations of that section of the garbage ordinance prohibiting the throwing of paper in streets and alleys would result in prosecutions. He instructed drivers of city wagons to report to him personally all people who are in the habit of dumping waste paper into streets and alleqs. and ordered that paper and other combustible material be collected separately and taken to the crematory to be consumed. "Combustible refuse must be placed in separate receptacle from this time on," said the mayor, "and one wagon will be detailed to collect this kind oft trash,"

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