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cor.iPRor.iisE ON TREATY IS TURNED DOWN

Senator Lodge, Republican Leader, Forced by Irreconcilables to Re-affirm Unyielding Position.

ARTICLE X OBSTACLE

(By Associated Press)

WASHINGTON, March 1. An early

and unfavorable vote on ratification of the peace treaty was forecast in the senate today, when Republican leaders, replying to the demands of the treaty's irreconclliable opponents, reaffirmed their decision not to accept any change of substance or of language in the Republican reservation to article X. Both sides concede that enough Democratic senators to defeat ratification are determined to stand with President Wilson and vote against the treaty unless the article X qualification is modified. The Republican decision today was followed by evidences that all the elements in the senate fight would cooperate to end debate and let the treaty issue go undecided into the campaign. Some of the leaders predicted a final vote by Thursday, but others thought it would not come before the first of next week. To Support Program. Under the agreement between the Republican leaders and the irreconcillables, the latter will not carry out the proposed program of prolonged debate. They will support the Republican reservation program as they did at the last session, but will vote, as they did then, against ratification. Today's decision grew out of a conference between the Republican leader, Senator .Lodge, of Massachusetts, and Senator Borah, Republican, Idaho, spokesman for the irreconcilables. Previously Senator Borah had conferred with Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska, the Democratic leader, and it is understood the information laid before Senator Lodge convinced hira that no ratification would be possible either with or without modification of the Article X reservation. If it were modified it was indicated, the irreconcilables might feel disposed to prevent a ratification vote. If it were not modified, it was said, a combination of irreconcilables and administration senators would vote down ratification. Backed Up By Wilson , In the unyielding 6tand they have taken on Article X the administration forces are understood to have been backed up by a reaffirmation of President Wilson's decision not to accept the Republican reservation. Although it was said no formal communication came from the white house, it was understood, administration senators had taken steps to satisfy themselves that Mr. Wilson had not changed his mind and that he Intended to pocket the treaty if it were ratified with the Article X reservation unchanged.

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Gladys Geelan.

At the annual beauty show held recently at Venice, Cal., Gladys Geelan

was chosen as the prize winner from an entry list of several hundred and awarded the title of "The Most Beautiful Blond in the West." Shantung Clause Endangers Peace Of Our Grand Children-W.C.Dennis

(By Associated Press) ROME, March 1 Premier Nitti is

disposed to accept a compromise set

CASH VALUE TO BE BASIS OF COUNTY'S TAX ASSESSMENTS

May Go to Berlin

Assessment prices for stock and produce for the spring assessriient, which

tlement of the Adriatic question, ac- the township and deputy assessors, cording to the Messagero. j wno met Monday to receive instrucBy this arrangement, the newspaper ; tions and supplies. Charles E. Potter, says, Italy would not claim territorial ' deputy assessor, gave the instructions continuity between Istria and Fiume J and presided.

on condition that the city be placed Civil and Mexican war veterans, : under Italian sovereignty. The league ' over 70 ears of age, having served of nations, it is said, will be in charge in the army for at lea3t 3 months, and of the administration of the port. , who have taxable property not in excess of $5,000 are entitled to exempMANCHESTER, Eng., March 1 j tion up to $1,000. by filijig certificates, -President Wilson's letters in the ad- which can be procured from the coun-: riatlc correspondence, just published, , ty auditor, with the auditor. j are considered by the Guardian as a ; There will be no set schedule for : refutation "of the report that his ill- assessing automobiles. They will be ness has caused some loss of mental assessed at their, true cash value.

force and balance." It asks: "If President Wilson is suffering from any malady of political judgment could not some American bacteriologist convey us a few germs that we may inoculate our European premiers?" the Guardian continues.

based on the judgment of the asses-

The Shantung provision of the ' lowed to be held up by diplomatic distreaty of Versailles is purely a case j cussion for a few years, Japan's work - .. .... r JL. will be done."

SENATOR BANKHEAD, . OF ALABAMA, DIES (By Associated Pre.s 'WASHINGTON, Mr.rch 1. Senator John H. Bankhend, of Alabama, died here today after an illness of several " weeks, from grippe. Senator Bankhead was 77 years old, and had been a member of the senate since 1907.,, He had been in feeble health for months, and had been confined to his bed for a month. His condition had not been regarded as serious, however, and until today, his physicians had reported him as steadily improving. GEDDES ELIGIBLE, BRITAIN NOTIFIED

(By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, March 1 The British government has been formally notified by the stat department that the appointment of Sir Aukland Geddes, ,feAas British ambassador to the United W States would be thoroughly agreeable to President Wilson. The embassy here recently inquired as to this selection to succeed Viscount Grey. Attempt in Helsingfors to Kill Lord Alton

of the United States and the other

allied nations going through China's pockets to pay Japan for her services during the war, says W. C. Dennis, former legal advisor to the Chinese government, who is in the city visiting his mother, Mrs. D. W. Dennis, on West Main street. Mr. Dennis Is strongly in favor of the Lodge reservation to the Shantung provision, as presented to the senate at the time of its original consideration by that body. . "The senate reservation, as originally proposed, was the best tiling that could be done, and I believe it should be earned in the acceptance of the treaty. Would Benefit China "I do not know how it now stands, but. with the original reservation,

there is nothing that would vitally affect the league of nations, and it would be of great benefit to China," he said. "The Shantung provision is neither

defensible or respectable, Mr. Den-i nis said, "but is merely a means of j paying Japan for what that nation did j during the war, or to my mind, what;

she did not do, namely, line up on the side of Germany. Never Was Defended "The provision, as far as I know,

has never been defended in principle

Was Chinese Legal Advisor. Mr. Dennis was legal advisor to the Chinese government for two years, but declined re-appointment to that position on Dec. 15, toreturn to this country. "I am not now employed by the Chinese government, and I am speaking as an American .citizen, with no responsibility toward the Chinese government. ' Having lived for two years nmong the Chinese people however, I have learned to know: them as hard working, law abiding and honest peopleand have come into sympathy with their point of view. ' Mr. Dennis will leave soon for Washington, D. C, where he intends to resume the practice of law.

U. S. STEEL CO. IS UPHELD BY SUPREME COURT; WINS SUIT

Red Cross Fights Typhus Plague With New Serum (By Associated Press) PARIS, March 1. Mortality from typhus fever has been reduced from 47 percent to six percent by the use of a new serum adopted by red cross workers at Ekaterinodar, in the Kuban District of Russia, according to reports received here. Confidence Is expressed that this serum may save Russia from decimation from typhus. BELGRADE, March 1. Typhus fever has again broken out in Serbia and is spreading with alarming rapidity through refugees fleeing from the Bolshevikl on the South Russian front. American Red Cross officers, at the request of the government, are pre

paring to disinfect every person entering the country.

63 TAKEN OFF OF STRANDED STEAMER

HALIFAX, March 1 Sixty-three passengers of the steamship Bohemian, which struck on Sambro Ledges, off Halifax harbor, in a snow storm, early today, were taken off by tugs and brought to this port. Tugs stood by the vessel, which was bound for Liverpool from Boston. The 120 members of the crew remained on board.

(By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, March 1. The supreme court today upheld the formation of the United States Steel cor-

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by any responsible person. President! in the iron and steel industry

Wilson, in his San Francisco aadress, ! Refusing to dissolve the so-called

and in his testimony before the senate "steel trust' 'the court dismissed the

(By Associated Press) LONDON, March 1. It is authoritatively learned that an unsuccessful attempt has been made to assassinate Lord Acton, the British minister to Finland, at Helsingfors.

j Weather Forecast L .

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Weather Bureau Fair tonight and Tuesday; slightly warmer Tuesday. Today's Temperature Noon 37 Yesterday's Temperature. Maximum 25 Minimum 16 General Conditions: Somewhat unsettled, but probably fair, tonight and General Conditions: The weather lias now cleared over the central fctates, with unsettled condition over the Great Lakes. Wet weather now . prevails over Florida, where the weather Is colder than normal. TemV reratures range around zero in the 1 It northwest but is somewhat warmer ' over middle Mississippi valley. Rapid changes In weather are probable during the next several days.

of the committee, did not defend

the principle of the provision, but merely explained its existence. General Bliss and ex-Secretary Lansing, both declared the settlement unjust. "The Shantung question Is not a case of whether the settlement is good or bad, but how bad it really is. "No great good can be bought by such conduct. We are trying to set up a league of nations with proper respect for mankind, and the league must get its power from the world's respect. To China, which constitutes one-third of the world's population, a great injustice has been done, and the league cannot be successfully car

ried on. in my opinion, with this injustice left unrighted. Japan's Promise Worthless Mr. Dennis declared that Japan's promise to restore China's sovereignty in Shantung is both meaningless and valueless. He declared that Japan, in the first place, had no sovereign rights in China, and that through this act. and the fact that in the past Japan has made a 100 per cent failure to make good on her promises toward China, make the whole settlement without value.

"China regained her rights In Shun

tung when. she

many, and

Japan will be

federal government's Sherman law suit for dissolution. Affirming the New Jersey federal court's dismissal of the government's prosecution, the supreme court declined to enjoin the restraint of trade charge, and also denied an order to break up the super-combination, said to be the world's greatest industrial organization, with assets exceeding two billion dollars. In dismissing the federal suit, however, the court ordered such dismissal "without prejudice," permitting the government to sue again if the corporation actually resorts to illegal, wrongful, or reprehensive practices.

Lorenzo Mayhew, Clarence Wayhew's Father, Dies at 87 Lorenzo D. Mayhew. 87 years old, died of heart trouble, at his home at 101 North Twenty-third street, at 5 a. m., Monday. He was born in Pennsylvania, but has lived in Richmond for over 65 years, being well known. He is survived by two sons, Clarence, station master at the union sta

tion, and John, of this city; also four

SLICK WOULD TURN BApASH CONTRACT The board of works Monday recommended that council accept the offer of F. E. Slick, trash contractor, to give up his contract. The board accepted Slick's proposal to lend the city his entire equipment without compensation to clean up the city of ashes and trash, and ive it back as clean as it was when he took the contract last June. The board recommended acceptance. City Attorney Robbins and D. H. Harlan, attorney for Slick, will draw

up a detailed recommendation tor

presentation at the council meeting tonight. In event the city takes over the contract, AI Schneider, street commissioner, will be in charge. John E. Pinnick, city building insnector. was instructed in have ti

work needed in the city building that i ngtn:Jrfri Reonlfl lint h nrrnmnlishprl hv nn. i Kdward W llroxen.

tract, done at once.

Railway Expressmen Want $35 Raise; Strike Alternative (By Associated Press) CHICAGO, March 1. Railway express employes in Chicago, Kansas City, Omaha, Toledo and other cities will present demands for a flat increase of $35 a month, Robert E. Shephard, general chairman of the Chicago and Western Lakes division of the International union, announced today. There are 4,400 employes in Chicago alone. The wage demands open a revolt against the International union chiefs. "The grand lodge officers have done nothing for us; all we have had was promises," Mr. Shephard said. "The men need the money and we are going after it."

ssor. Autos $300 and Up The assessment valuations are:

Typewriters, each $30 and up; adding machines, $75 and up; cash registers, $60 and up; pianos, $100 and up; organs, $5 and up; automobiles, $300 and up. I Horses: First class team and farm horses, each, $200 to $250; common work horses, $100 to $150 each; first class three year old colts, $125 to $175 each; first class two year old colts,$75 to $100 each; first class one yearc old colts, $60 to $75 each; first class'

first class horses, with records, $500 to $1,000 each; registered stsallions, $500 to $2,000 each; graded stalions, $200 to $500 each. Mules: Jacks, $200 to $500 each; first class mules, $250 to $300; first

class three year old mules, $150 to $200; first class two year old mules,:

$100 to $150 each; first class one yean eld mules, $75 to $100 each. j Cattle: Registered bulls, $200 to $300 each ; common cows and bulls, ' $75 to $125 each; stock cattle, per 100 pounds, $7; good feeders, per 100

pounds, $S; fat cattle, per 100 pounds, $10. Sheep: Registered, $35 to $30; all other sheep, $10 to $20. Hogs: Registered, $100 to $300; common brood sows, $40 to $60; stock hogs, per 100 pounds, $10; fat hogs, per 100 pounds, $12. Poultry: Chickens and ducks, per dozen, $10; turkeys and geese, per dozen, $24. Clover Seed $30 Bushel. Farm products: Wheat, per bushel, $2; corn, per bushel, $1.23: rye, per bushel, $1.25; oats, per bushel, 75 cents; potatoes, per bushel, $2; barley, per bushel, $1: clover seed, per bushel, $30; timothy seed, per bushel, $5: flax

seed, per bushel, 50 cents; clover hay,'

per ton. $20: timothy hay, per ton. $20; mixed hay, per ton, $20; shredded fodder, per ton, $8; bacon, per pound. 23 cents; lard and bulk pork, per pound, 25 centsitwol per "Tetrad, 50 -cents; "tobacco, per pound. 20 cents; maple symp.1 per gallon, $3; waple sugar, per I'ound, 50 cents; sorgum molasses, $1.50 per pound: ice, (50 cubit feet to ton), per ton, $2. Assessors Are Named. David L- Reid, assessor for Wayne township, has appointed 11 deputy personal assessors, 3 country and city, and two additional on improvements, as follows: Personal. Leve M. Jones. 'A. Turner, James P. Reid. Edward P. Mtiey. Emma Porterfield, Laura Plummer, J. Vandegiel, E. W. Cornell. Ellis L. Frame. John Bennett. Thomas Lawier, country and city. E. L. Commons. George Maisch, L. M. Jones: additional improvements, Charles Bell and C. E. Potter. The township assessors and their respective townships follow: Clinton Martindale, Jefferson: Harry Jarrett,

Odnm, Harrison: Webster; John

Bowman. Perry: Edward Sykes, Clay; James H. Martin, Center: John W. Burgess, New Garden: William B. Overhulser. Boston; Albert J. Newman, Washington: John W. Reid. Franklin: Clare E. Martin. Green; Harry Macy, Dalton, and David L. Reid, Wayne.

RAILROADS AGAIN RUN BY OWNERS

Interstate Commerce Commission Notifies Carriers of New Rights and Privileges Under Law.

Ira Nelson Morris The rumor will not down at Washington that Ira Nelson Morris, present U. S. minister to Sweden, will be named ambassador to Berlin. Morris had more than ample opportunity at

HINES SOLE SURVIVOR

(By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, March 1. Railroads of the country, operating for the first time in 26 months under their own management, were formally notified today by the interstate commerce commission, of the new powers delegated to that body, and of the rights

I and privileges accorded the carriers

by the new railroad law. The commission's announcement explained that the provisions of the law against rate reductions prior to Sept. 1. without the commission's approval, were mandatory, but that charges in rate regulations, classifications, and practices, in which a decision has been entered by the commission, would be effective as designated . Rule Changes to Stand. All changes In rates and classifications effective prior to today will stand, the statement said. The 230 lines that had been merged

Stockholm during and after the war ' into what was practically one gigantic to become fully acquainted with con- j system, again went under control of dif ions in Germany and general con- Private interests, free to operate in ditions all over EuroDe. Stockholm ; competition as of old.

has been known a3 one of the chief centers of information on diplomatic affairs.

Industry Census Begins; Six Months are Needed (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, March 1 The field work lor the government's censuses

STEELE BUYS HALF OF HITTLE BLOCK

Announcement of the purchase of

one-half interest in the Hittle block,

!at Ninth and Main streets, by J. J.

Steele, was made by Mr. Steele, Monday. The building was formerly owned by Mrs. E. L. Cobb and the Study estate, and Mr. Steele purchased the half owned by Mrs. Cobb. The purchase price was $50,000. Mr. .Steele said today that he did not intend to change the building, but made the purchase as an investment. The building is located on the northwest corner of Ninth and Main streets.

ARRESTS MADE IN FRENCH R. R, STRIKE; VOLUNTEERS GALLED

(By Associated Press) PARIS, March 1. Five railroad strike leaders were arrested today. They were M. Slrolle, M. Leveque and M. Slgrand of the Paris union. Secretary-General Chaverot. of the Paris, Lyons and Mediterranean union and M. Sourdeaux. All are charged

with interference with the liberty to

work and provoking disobedience. Five thousand persons have volun

teered for service on the railroads of France, daring the strike, and 200 chauffeurs have placed themselves at the disposal of the ministry of public works in carrying out the revictualing system, according to the Matin. Hundreds of students from the Central high school, have been placed at posts on different railways where they are being given practical instruction. Independent syndicalists in Alsace-Lorraine have appealed to railroad men to remain at work.

MEXICAN, SUSPECTED OF KILLING MORRILL, HANGED BY BANDITS

(By Associated Press) WASHINGTON. March 1 A Mexican bandit named Cacheton was found hanged on the morning of Feb. 28, near the place where Augustus Morrill, once American consul at Mananzillio, was killed Feb. 26. State department advices today said the bandit was executed "possibly as the slayer of Morrill" by order of Cipriano Corona, the leader of the bandits in the state of Colima.

he declared war on Ger-! dauihteM Mrs Emma Buall of Chi-1 , , . evernmem censuses to hand these rights to ; vSTlsSti of Ch -' 0 , Tnd" silsa'nd "Sbb'STS L8?".61;! cago; Mrs. Katherine Woodward of : ltnSo TLlT

it has been in the past, one of the

greatest nations in the world." All United To Oppose It. The Shantung settlement has had one great effect on China, Mr. Dennis declared, in that it has brought together all of the Chinese factions to oppose the settlement. He said that China is rapidly forging ahead in education, toward her just place among the nations of the world, and that the injustice of the Shantung prosion has done more thap any one thing in recent years to unite her peoples. In speaking of the probable orcome of the Shantung settlement, if it is made according to the original treaty.

Mr. Dennis declared that it greatly!

endangered the peace and happiness of our grand-children. Japan Next Germany? "If Japan gets control of this portion of China, she will mobilize its men and resources, and will be on her

way to try Germany's game over again.

to the nation that is going to be, as ; Kenilworth, Illinois, and Mrs. J. H

Karm Pun

housg and burial will be In Earlham,

although the time has not been set, pending the arrival of relatives. Wood and Poindexter to Debate in S. D,

forest products began today.

Ninety-eight trained men from the

census bureau here and more than

NOGALES, Ariz.. March 1. Details of the pursuit across the international line of Mexican bandits who on Friday killed Alexander J. Fraser amt wounded his brother, John A. Fraser, at Arivaca, Ariz., were expected to be made known today with the return of Sheriff R. R. Earhart. Earhart. who

j headed a posse which unavailingly

trailed the Mexicans with bloodhounds, gave up the chase yesterday and returned to Montana camp last night. The Mexicans cut all telephone wires reaching the Montana camp vicinity and the only information seeping through early today was that Earhart had started for Nogales.

Mrs, Anna Van Schoiack Succumbs at Age of 80

Mrs. Anna Van Schoiack, 80 years

ZZ ?BZ e,e the 1200 special agents, residents of the North Eleventh street at 11 a. m.. Sun-

localities which they are to canvass, day. She was born in North Carolina, began early the task of collecting in-; but has lived in Richmond for over

formation relating to the industrial production of the country in Its entirety. Director Rogers estimates that more than six months will be required to complete the work and another two months will be required to tabulate the information and give it to the public In the form of general statistics.

(By Associated Press) CHICAGO, March 1. General Leonard Wood and Senator Miles Poindexter will hold a joint debate at Pierre, S. D., on March 20, three days before the South Dakota primary. Wood headquarters here announced today. General Wood will spend six days from March 15 to March 20, touring the state.

ITALIANS PROTEST PUBLICITY

ROME, Sunday, Feb. 29 Italian newspapers protest because of the

China will not submit to thi3 injustice publication of correspondence between

without a struggle, but Its form will depend largely on the circumstances

of the time

PROTEST COMPENSATING WILLIAM

"Prompt action Is necessary, ror Japan already has her men at work in Shantung, and if the matter is al-

(By Associated Press) BERLIN, March 1. Protests against the proposal of the Prussian diet to compensate former emperor William for -3 lose of his throne, and demands that the estates of the crown be expropriated were voiced in resolutions passed unanimously at a meeting of the socialist party of the Berlin district last evening. Several members of the ministry were present. Warn

ing was given that if the diet's pro-

President Wilson and the allied premiers relative to the Adriatic by the press of France, England and Amer

ica, while journals here were not per-'posal was accepted by the bourgeois mitter to print the news, which, tly parties the socialists would withdraw Eay, was chiefly interesting to Italy. from the German government, X. " '

50 years. She is survived by two children, Charles Hammon and Mrs. Genevieve Meyers of this city. Funeral services will be held at the home at 2 p. m., Tuesday. Burial will be in Earlham cemetery. Friends may call at any time.

WANTS BIG INDEMNITY.

(By Associated Press) COPENHAGEN, March 1. Poland is demanding 31,500,000,000 marks in gold as Indemnity from Soviet Russia in the peace negotiations now going forward, the National TIdenre learns.

(By Associated Press) MEXICO CITY, March 1. Cirilo Arenas, a rebel leader, has been captured by secret military police at Puebla, according to a telegram from Governor Alfonso Cabrera of the state of Puebla, made public here last night. Arenas was taken into custody when he attempted to enter the city of Puebla, after leaving the gulf coast region. About a year' ago a brigade of soldiers under command of Arenas.

and protecting the inter-oceanic rail

way revolted after Arenas received a j large sum for the payment of the

troops, since tnat time this rorce has been operating with constantly decreasing success in outlying portions of Puebua and Tlaxcala. Semi official reports announce the capture of Marcelo CHaravo, in the state of Tamalipas. This bandit has in recent years attained considerable notoriety for his exploits, and General Francisco Murguia ccame to this

city for a conference with President Carranze recently relative to plans for

the apprehension of Caravo.

MIGHT

MARCH PROFITEERS IN U. S. THIS WAY

BERNE, March 1. Usurers, blackmailers and profiteers are being placarded and marched in chains through the streets and market places of Bulgarian cities, according to advices received here. This public exposure which recalls the mediaeval pillory, is said to be producing results.

Tne transfer from government to private control was without incident, and there was nothing to indicate to the traveling public that there had been a change. Hines Is Last Leaf. Of the staff of directors and executives, who controlled the roads during government operation, Director-General Hines alone remains. He will have no authority in directing the operation of the systems, and remains simply to clear up matters left pending when the government relinquished control. These include thousands of claims, contracts and grievances yet to be settled and among which are 83 com. pensatlon contracts with various roads which still are the subject of negotiations. Lender the so-called railroad reorganization bill which governed the re. turn of the transportation systems to private ownership, but little jurisdiction is retained by the government.

Commission Has Powers. Under Its terms the Interstate commerce commission is given greater

powers to control rates and compulsory arbitration of labor disputes Is required. The government also retains a certain amount of control over the bond issues but at the sams time insures a fixed percentage of profits and makes it possible for the corporations to secure loans from a federal fund set aside for tht purpose.

Specifically, the bill authorizes the president to settle all questions, including comonsation. and appropriates $200.000 000 for this purpose. Standard Returns Provided. Provides guarantee of "standard returns" to carriers for a period of six months after the termination of federal control. Creates a "revolving fund." of $300,00O.000 for making new loans to carriers. Creates a railroad labor board and other machinery for the amicable settlement of disputes between employers and employes. Directs the Interstate commerce commission to fix rates that will provide for two years 5V per cent returns to the railroads on the value of the aggragate railway property devoted to the public use. Six Per Cent Limit. Provides that if any carrier earns In any year a net operating Income In excess of six per cent, one half of such excess must be placed in a reserve fund and the other must be paid into a general contingent fund, to be used to make loans to carriers. Gives to the interstate commerco commission the power to regulate the issue of railroad securities. Increases the interstate commerce commission from nine to eleven members and their salaries from $10,000 to $12,000. Labor's Attitude Waited. Whether labor union leaders, who stubbornly fought the measure In congress, and later sought to have President Wilson veto it, will test the constitutionality of the bill in the courts will be decided here today at the conference of executives of the railway brotherhoods. The conference was arranged to consider the president's reply to their formally presented objections to the bill. BOSTON, March 1 The return of New England railroads to private ownership today was accompanied by curtailment of passenger train service on several lines as a means of expediting needed fuel and food deliveries which were held up by the recent storms and freeze ups. Fifty-one trains were cancelled on the New York, Newhaven and Hartford. Other roads also reduced service. The New Haven started a drive to move 4,000 freight cars stalled in yards and on sidings in order to remove the danger of a food shortage.

GENERAL STRIKE CALLED

IN ITALIAN RIOT

(By Associated Press) , ;

MILAN, March 1. As a result of a collision between a crowd and the

police here yesterday, in which the officers fired on the mob, and two civilians were mortally wounded, a genera) etrike was declared at midnight. .

LANSBURY BRINGS BACK RUSS PEACE DETAIL8.

(By Associated lresa) COPENHAGEN. March--1 Lansbury. former Soclalis , the British parliament, wM T in Moscow for some time- C I to reach Helsingfors torn' V4 arranging for an exchange t -and Russian prisoners, aJ" a dispatch from the Fimf- I . It is . said he will bring In

of the Russian soylet peaV

Finland. ' . t . rr