Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 45, Number 225, 30 July 1920 — Page 1

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MINE OWNERS REJECT UNION LEADER'S PLEA Will Not Meet Lewis for Conference; Stand on Ground That Strike Is Illegal, They Say. REPORT TOTRESIDENT

(By Associated Press) CHICAGO, July 30. Indiana and Illinois coal operators meeting here today, voted to reject the plea of President Lewis of the United Mine workers for a joint meeting of the operators' and miners' scale committee, to settle the present strike. The operators appointed a committee to draft a reply to Mr. Lewis' message, declaring that the striking miners are violating their contract, entered into when the government lixed the last wage award, and demanding that the miners president order his men back to work. The coal operators will not meet wjth the miners unless ordered to do bo by the government. Will State Their Position. The Indiana and Illinois operators will meet again this afternoon to frame a statement setting forth their Position. Chicago members of the committee, who went to Washington recently to present information on the Etrike of day laborers in Illinois mines, declar-1 ed then that they could not undertake

to change the wage agreement with the miners tsigncd last April, unless the government reopened the coal commission hearings which drew up the wage scale. Some members of the committee have declared their willingness to adjust the increase granted the day laborers by the coal commission's award, to make it equal the increase granted other miners, but not until governmental permission was received. The day laborers who struck, announced tht-ir dissatisfaction with the difference in increases. Holding Coal In R. R. Yards? It was reported today that some of the railroads here were exercising their priority rights and holding in the yads coal which could be used In locomotives. Several hundred cars of coal are said to be in railroad yards here awaiting acceptance by the consignees. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., July 30. Executive officers of the United Mine Workers of America today were clothed with full - authority to take whatever action they deem necessary Jn the situation created by the walkout of company men and day workers In the Indiana and Illinois coal fields. Blanket authority to act has been conferred on President John L. Lewis and other executive officials of the K(J union, it was announced today. This statement was issued by President Lewis today: "The international executive board before adjournment yesterday adopted a resolution giving the executive offi

cers of the international union blanket authority to take any action necessaxv r-nfct the interests of the organization." sts"? i tl k e ,or any tner! action taken by the board. Every M me m State Closed Reports from the Indiana coal fields today indicated no change in th situa-! Hon TTnirvn nffini-a .,t T. - vi .J claimed that virtually every mine in the state is closed. PreMdent Kd. Stewart, of ri?trict rvo. 11, United Mine Workers, issued a statement this morning, saying: 'Practically the entire coal field is closed. Less than one per cent of the bituminous mines in the state are operating. We are hopeful for an earlv solution or tno problem of getting ifc

liin lack to work, but at present the 'opening speeches, however, nis aav.mv is not clear." (dress to the Mansfield delegation beNone of the union officers would ! irg expected to deal in' a general Way,

comment on tl.e action of the Indiana operators in declining to participate in a joint conference with the miners. WASHINGTON. July 30. President Wilson today had under consideration the report of the coal situation made to him yesterday by Secretary of La bor Wilson, who recommended re opening of the wages award of the bituminous coal commission so that it would include wages of mine laborers T- Disfaction of the laborers over their wage scale nas resulted in the strike In the Illinois and Indiana coal fields, which operators report, has greatly curtailed production. It was said that the president might appeal to miners who are on strike in Illinois and Indiana to return to wont pending amicable settlement of their grievances. Other demands for an increase in wages probably will be discussed at a conference in New York between representatives of four government departments and a committee from the coal industry. Plans for averting a coal famine next winter and for checking profiteering in the coal trade also will be considered at the conference, according to acting Attorney General Ames, who said last night that the government hoped to develop a program on which coal men could come "half way" in solving the coal problem. PITTSBURG, Kas., July 30 Alexander Howat, district president of the United Mine Workers, today wired John L. Lewis, international president at Indianapolis, that Kansas miners would "use all the power in their command to compel the operators to return every dollar that was stolen from their wages. Howat's declaration was regarded by operators as tantamount to defiance I of the international president. .. Presi dent Lewis In a recent telegram to the local official took the stand that the five day week Instituted by the miners, and which resulted in the as sessments levied by the operators, was a violation of the union contract.

Allies Lay Down Stringent Terms of Peace For Poland Against Bolshevik

(By Associated Press) PARIS, July 30. The limitations which Great Britain and France would put upon soviet demands on Poland, in the arranging of an armistice, are set forth in a notification which has been dispatched to the Warsaw government by the British and French governments, it was learned here today. Poland requested the views of Great Britain and France on possible armistice terms, and the governments at London and Paris have notified the Polish government that they will not permit Poland to accept possible soviet armistice demands involving: First Whole or partial disarmament of Poland; Second A change In the Polish system of government dictated or brought about by the Soviets. Third Acceptance by Poland of a boundary line less favorable than that provisionally drawn by Premier Lloyd George. Fourth The use of Poland as a bridgehead, in any sense, between Germany and Russia. Munitions to Warsaw. As bearing on the miltary situation it develops that vast stocks of munitions from the allies are moving to HARDING MAY LEAVE FRONT PORCH; URGED TO TRAVEL OVER U. S. (By Associated Press) MARION, Ohio. July 30. Senator Harding's front porch campaign for the presidency, to be opened tomorrow with an address to a delegation from Mansfield. O., is expected to get into full swing during August, as groups of voters from more distant sections of the country begin to arrive in force. Two more of the front porch speaking dates were announced today and Senator Harding said the number of delegations on the waiting list was growing daily. He expressed gratification at the applications received, which he said showed that many thousand were anxious to take an active part in the campaign by making a pilgrimage here. Pottery Men to Hear Him. The two dates added to the list today were Aug. 12, when 600 pottery workers will come from East Liverpool and Columbiana county, Ohio, and Sept. 25, when the nominee will be paid a visit by the American Defense society. Arrangements for the Defense society's appointment were made by Hoffman Nickerson, of New York, who said he expected about a thousand members to be present. Visits from Ohio delegations already have been announced for August 4 and August 5. Although giving their present attention to the front porch program, the Senator's campaign managers have received many invitations for the candidate to speak in other parts of the country It was said at headquarters today that so far no definite appointments away from Marion had been made, but that many of the requests had been put aside to be sifted over later Many of the senator's callers, In ates. also have urged him to include theRe r0Fpprtive localities in whatevpr sperch-muking trips he may de- . , ,k. . . . These requests are understood to hav- come from so many sections cf I tre country mat u js consiuereu iiij1 posslD,f ' lum" au or lnem In his speeches at Marion. Senator Harding expects to take up one at a time, the issues of the campaign, speaking in each case on a subject of particular interest to Hie visiliug delelepaliou. That practice will not apply to the i wiili several subjects. PONZI PAYS 'EM BACK MILLION AND A HALF v (By Associated Press) BOSTON. Mass.. July 30 Charles

Ponzi, who claims to have amassed j his full share, for upon individual efmiiHnns within a few months and who i fort and team play will depend In a

paid to the public largo profits on their investments in his deal in international exchange, appeared today almost to have satisfied questions among his investors as to his solvency. Only a short line formed before the payment windows of the Ponzi office this morning, and when disbursement was resumed clerks said they were paying nearly as much on notes matured for the 50 per cent profit in 45 days as tbey were returning to frightened investors principal without interest on notes surrendered short of maturity. The virtual end of the five day run was in sight with few additions to the line. The amount paid out by Ponzi since Monday was estimated by his manager, Miss Lucy Meli, as $1,500,000. SLACKING SENATORS MAY NOT BE PAID INDIANAPALIS, July 30. Senators who have not attended the special session of the Indiana legislature, will have to obtain their per diem by process of law, if they get the money. Lieutenant Governor Edgar D. Bush declared today The lieutenant governor announced that unless he was overruled by the senate, he would instruct the secretary of the senate not to issue warrants for the pay of senators who have not attended. The senate took no action on the announcement.

ward Warsaw today from Danzig, on the Baltic, and from Rumania and Czecho-Slovakia. These munitions were for the most part originally dispatched for the army of General Denlkine, but were delayed on the way until too late to be available for bis uBe. The munitions being sent from Danzig, however, were shipped recently for the especial use of Poland. Other munitions are expected to be in process of shipment from France and Great Britain for Poland within a few days. Hungary Wants A Chance. Hungary has asked the permission of Great Britain and France to attack the soviet army. Such an attack would involve permission likewise to reorganize the Hungarian army, the demobilization of which was provided for by the Hungarian peace treaty. The allies are hesitating over Hungary's request, according to a high French official, because they fear Hungary would expect too many concessions in the terms of the treaty by way of amelioration. Information which has reached the French government was said today to reveal that Latvia, Finland, Rumania ' (Continued on Page Twelve)

NEW PROFIT-SHARING PLAN ANNOUNCED BY HARVESTER COMPANY The International Harvester company yesterday announced that every year it will give its employes 60 per cent of its profits after seven per cent has been paid on the invested capital. This extra compensation will be paid part in cash and part in stock. The plan probably is the most comprehensive profit sharing program undertaken by a large Industrial corporation-Hundreds of employes in the local branch factory, formerly the American Seeding Machine company, will be affected by the new planSome idea of what the plan will mean to employes may be had from the fact that for 1913 the company had a balance of about $12,000,000 from earnings after paying dividends on its capital stock. This division of profits, which is termed an "extra compensation and stock ownership plan," is open to all employes of the company in the United States and Canada, with certain limitations regarding length of service. Share 1920 Profits The employes will receive their share of this year's profits, as the plan is made operative as of Jan. 1, 1920. "' " The profit sharing plan was ftpproved by the stockholders yesterday at a special meeting in Hoboken, N. J. At the same time it was voted to increase the preferred stock from $60,000,000 to $100,000,000, and the common stock from $80,000,000 to $130,000,000. The additional $40,000,000 of preferred stock and $20,000,000 of the common stock will be given to employes in the next few years under the profit sharing plan. The remaining $30,000,000 common stock will be used in declaring a 12 per cent stock divided immediately on the present $80,000,000 common stock, which will take $10,000,000, and pay ment of future semi-annual stock dividends of two per cent. The surplus of the company on Dec. 31, 1919, was $71,600,000. McCormick Talks of Plan Commenting on the new plan at the stockholders' meeting. President Harold V. McCormick said: "The directors believe that this plan, which is the result of careful consideration and thought on the part of the executives and directors of the company extending over a long period, will round out a policy of relations with the company's employes which should produce results highly satisfactory to both stockholders and employes. "A plan put into effect by us In December, 1S15, has demonstrated that the employes welcome an opportunity to become stockholders of the company. The plan is much more comprehensive than anything heretofore undertaken by us along this line and, it is believed, will appeal strongly to the Harvester organization. "This distribution furnishes a dis tinct incentive to every employe to do large measure the amount of the annual compensation to each employe who is entitled to participate." How Plan Will Work Under the plan employes are di vided into two general groups. One group, embracing all eligible employes except those in executive and man-; agerial capacities, will receive twothirds of the extra compensation fund, part in cash and part in preferred stock, which pays dividends on 7 per cent. This fund will be distributed in the proportion which the actual earnings of each employee for the year bears to the aggregate earnings of all employes in the group entitled to share in the distribution. Employes must have been continuously in service during the calendar year in which the extra compensation fund is earned, and until the time of distribution, whleh will be about May 1 of the following year. If an employe is retired on pension or dies his share will be payable to him or his estate. Employes also must hold the preferred stock given them In order to share in future distributions. The second group embraces employes in executive and managerial capacities. This group will receive one-third of the extra compensation fund, apportioned as nearly as possible according to the value of their services as determined by the directors. Conditions of participation are the same as for employes in the first group, except that they will receive common instead of preferred stock in part payment of the yearly extra compensation.

HOME TOWN IS OUT TO HONOR GOVERNOR COX Nominee's Neighbors and Friends Shut Up Shop To Do Him Honor City Decorated. everybWis out

(By Associated Press) DAYTON, O., July 30. Choice of their fellow citizen, Governor James M. Cox, as the Democratic presidential nominee, was acclaimed today by residents of Dayton and other portions of the Miami Valley. They were joined here by thousands In a non-partisan "home-coming" demonstration to their distinguished native son. A civic parade at 2:30 o'clock today was the main feature of the celebration in honor of Governor Cox. Hours before the parade crowds lined the court of honor flanked with high white decorated pillars, and Governor Cox's reviewing stand in front of the courthouse. Speeches were banished from the program and the crowds turned out in response to requests for laying aside of all partisan feeling and rejoicing over the selection of one of their friends and neighbors as the Democratic standard bearer. Day Is Made Half Holiday. For the tribute to the governor, today was a half haliday throughout virtually all Dayton. Stores, factories, banks and public officers were ordered closed at noon and Dayton homes poured out more crowds. From Middletown, Hamilton and other Miami valley regions where Governor Cox lived part of his life, others came. Elaborate floats were features of the parade together with the renowned "Rainbow Division" and Meteor bands. The latter from Piqua, Ohio, became prominent at the San Francisco convention. About 60 floats, representing various civic organizations, some depicting the career of Governor Cox, were in the parade line. Assigned a prominent parading place was the Cox Booster's Club, which made the trip to San Francisco The boosters had vivid uniforms for the occasion. Fraternal organizations, some of which boast Governor Cox's membership, and labor bodies, also had positions in the line. Newspaper Boys There Too. So that newspaper employees could" marcn oovernor Cox's plant Issued only an early edition. Lavish decorations blazed throughout the city, flags and banners being mingled with lithographs of Governor Cox, although the likeness also of Senator Harding, his Republican opponent, also beamed on the festivities. Daylight and night fireworks were other features of today's program, with band concerts in several places. The streets were festooned with electric lights for evening illumination. Has Visit With Walsh. The celebration was the only break scheduled today in the governor's preparation of his speech of accept ance, which was interrupted briefly late yesterday by a visit with Senator Walsh, of Massachusetts, who has been prominent in Democratic sena tors advocacy of reservations to the league of nations. The subject, however, was not discussed with the governor according to Senator Walsh, who promised his unreserved aid in the Cox campaign. Many Richmond and Wayne county Democrats, as well as large delegations from other Indiana points, passed through the city Friday morning on their way to Dayton to greet the nominee. The desire to do honor to the governor, however, was not confined to members of his own political party. As was the case with Senator Harding at Marion, several Republicans were included in the Dayton delegation Friday. Among these were friends and acquaintances of the governor. WHEAT BREAKS DOWN ANOTHER 12 CENTS: LOWER SATURDAY? December wheat, which sold as high as $2.37 at Chicago Thursday, went as low as $2.21 Friday. The close was right around the bottom at $2.22 to $2.23. All the cash grain markets were demoralized Friday. Cash wheat sold from seven to nine cents lower at Chicago, from 10 to 13 cents lower at Kansas City, and from five to 15 cents off at Minneapolis. Chicago cash corn ranged down four to five cents and oats were two cents lower. Lard and provisions also were weak. Corn averaged about two cents below Thursday for September and December at central markets on Friday. September closed at Chicago at $1.37 to $1.38, and December at $1.23to $1.23. Bids Lowered on Grain Manager of one of the Richmond mills said at noon Friday that he had paid $2.30 for No. 2 red today, but was making a price only as a machine drove up to a man's place and he was ready to thresh. "Price will be lower Saturday," was the comment. Country elevators all over this district have also been compelled to lower their prices, but, as many of them have been full during the last few days, they have not been caught on the last declines, except as to wheat on hand, some of which is already sold for shipment, If cars can be obtained In time limit for starting It away.

Mexican Federals Will Try to Outflank Cantu9 Revolter of Lower California

(By Associated Press) EL PASO. Tex., July 30. Mexican federal forces totaling several thousand men are being mobilized and moved against lower California to put down the rebellion against federal authority of Governor Estaban Cantu, it was announced today by General P. Eliaa Calles, Mexican minister of war and marine, who is enroute to Torreon Durango, to confer with Francisco Villa, the bandit, concerning the latter's surrender. MEXICALI, Lower California. July 3. Mexican federal troops will attempt by superior numbers to out flank and drive from Mexicali the forces being recruited here by Esteban Cantu, governor of the northern district of Lower California, according to Cantu leaders, who are preparing for the defense of the regton today. To counteract such a move strong: positions on high ground are being selected by the defenders, Cantu's officers said, with a view to sweeping large expanses with artillery at the approach of the federal troops from Manzanillo and Guayamas. Orders stopping all official com munication between the Mexican federal government and the territorial government of the northern district of lower California has been issued by Cantu. MOTHER REUNITED TO HER DAUGHTER AFTER TEN YEARS Haunting memory pictures of her baby daughters as they appeared 10 years ago enabled Mrs. Mary Maude Showe to become reunited to her daughters here after she had given up hope of ever seeing the girls again. Mrs. Showe was employed Jn the trimming department of the Atlas Underwear company. She worked there for several months, and fellow employes remarked she acted as though she bore a great sorrow. On July 12 several new girls were hired by the Atlas company. Among them was Mary Dolan, 17 years old, living in Cambridge. She was placed in the trimming department, close to Mr3. Showe's table. Struck by Girl's Apperance Mrs. Showe was immediately struck by the new girl's appearance. Some vague memory stirred within her. She determined to ask the name of the new girl the next day. The new girl was at her place the following moraine. With trembling voice Mrs. Showe approached and asked her name. Almost immediately Mrs. Showe recognized the oldest of her long lost daughters. Neither came to work the next day, but sent word that they were -enjoying their new found happiness. The following Saturday Mrs. Showe and the girl left the Atlas company. In company with the youngest daughter, now 14 years old, Katherine and her mother are living in Cambridge City, the home of the children. Mrs. Showe later explained that 10 vca ra n crt in a nearhv etatp qVia wq q . separated trom her husband. Unable to keen tbP rhiirfrpn Rhe niared them ' In a school with the understandinz tliey would not be given out until oi age or with permission of Mrs. Dolan, as she was then. The father of the children took them from the home and placed them with an aunt in Cambridge City. Later Mrs. Dolan became Mrs. Showe and returned for her children. No trace could be found and the mother was heartbroken. Meanwhile the father of the girls had died, and they were making their home with an aunt in Cambridge City. The mother and children are now living in Cambridge City and enjoying their new found happiness. Schuh, Said To Be Bergdoll Chauffeur, Surrenders (By Associated Press) PHILADELPHIA, Pa., July 30- A development today In the Bergdoll case, was the surrender of Harry G. Schuh, said to have been chauffeur! for Edwin R. Bergdoll. millionaire' draft dodger, when the latter was dodging about the country. DEATH IN CLASH BETWEEN OFFICERS AND 8 NEGROES YOUNGSTOWN, O., July 30. In a clash between eight colored men and Sheriff Ben Morris, Deputy W. A. Fisher and Constable George Rils at Stop 16, Sharon line, Just beyond the city limits, at 11:15 p. m. Thursday, Deputy Sheriff Fisher was shot through the stomach and is in a serious condition at City hospital, and the body of an unidentified negro is in a morgue here. Weather Forecast For Indiana, by the United States Weather Bureau Fair tonight; slightly cooler northwest portion; Saturday fair. Temperatures Yesterday. Maximum 87 Minimum 51 Today. Noon 86 For Wayne County by W. E. Moore Somewhat unsettled but generally fair tonight and Saturday. General Conditions Although the weather continues generally fair east of the Rocky Mountains, a storm now crossing the upper lakes has been causing rain over the northern border states but is now passing eastward. High temperatures continue over most of the United States although it is Bomewhat cooler In the track of the storm. Following are maximum temperatures: Fresno, Cal., 102; Miles City, Montana, 98; Red Block, CaU 100; Walla Walla, Wash., 104; Yuma, Ariz., 106.

Eight men who ranked high In the army of the late President Vennestlano Carranza have offered their services to Governor Cantu and were in conference with the governor last night, he announced. MEXICO CITY, July 29- Carranza was a private citizen when killed because the Agua Prieta plan had deposed him, and as the plan was ratified by congress, it was law, said Eduardo Neri, the attorney general, in the course of an interview today. Therefore, he continued, the courts of Puebla state and not the federal or military tribunals had jurisdiction over the investigation into the death of the late president. Official opinion here, however. Is divided as to whether Generals Murquia, Mariel and Urquizo and other prisoners held in connection with Carranza's death can be removed from Mexico City to Puebla. MEXICO CITY, July 29. Manuel C. Larraga and Leon Martinez, the San Luis Potosi rebels, and Guillermo Savedra and Francisco Mendoza, Morelos rebels, are reported to be ready for surrender. Elimination of Savedra and Mendoza, it is claimed, would entirely pacify the state of Morelos. General Ireneo Villareal, with his Coahuila rebel forces, is reported to have arrived at Laredo.

SOLONS FOLLOWING MANY MIRAGES OF CLOSE OF SESSION INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., July 30. Agreement upon the two tax bills, which remain as the only completed work of importance before the special session of the Indiana general assembly, seems probable, following a conference today in which Republican leaders and legislators participated. Following meetings this morning, those in touch with legislative developments said they believed the deadlock had been broken, ' and an agreement would be reached this afternoon by which the session could be ended. The Senate Republicans have been holding out for the bill prepared by Senator Roscoe Kiper of Boonville. which would refer the 1919 assessments back to local taxing units for revision. "The House Republicans have been contending for the bill of Representative Harry B. Tuthill. of Michigan City, which legalizes the increases. Refer Back to County. The senate bill is said to be the basis of final agreement. , The tflt -will finally embody some of the features of the house measure, but as finally drafted, will not include the legalization feature. When the report is made by the committee to which the Kiper-Tuthill bills were referred, another committee on home rule bills also will make its teport. The report is expected to be a compromise with a considerable leaning toward the senate bill. The measure gives to local units authority over Dona issues ana tax levies. Hold Only Brief Session. The sessions of the house and sen ate were brief this mornng. Both houses were to meet again at 3 p. m ; auu V, v. J I conference committee will be ready ' t report on the tax bills. l Tne agreement in the Kiper-Tuthill tax Din rowowea strong rpprt-pf illations made to the legislature by the Republican leaders. Governor James P. Goodrich and Republican State Chairman E. M. Wasmuth, were at the state house, and were in close touch with the assembly leaders. REPUBLICAN EDITORS MEET AT TURKEY RUN (By Associated Press) TURKEY RUN, Ind., July 30 More than 80 Republican newspapers were represented at the mid-summer outing of the Republican Editorial asaoclation of Indiana, which is being held ' here today. Many Republican aspir ants to office also attended. Governor Goodrich was called back to Indianapolis from Crawfordsville last night because of the situation in the special session of the Indiana general assembly. Three Killed When Auto Performs Stage Antics (By Associated Press) PHILADELPHIA, July 30. Two men and a woman were killed and an other woman seriously injured early today when their automobile ran Into a building, rebounded against a freight car and then 6truck a pole and overturned. The collision with the pole smashed the car. Police report that those in the automobile met at a dance hall, and it was while on their way home that the accident occurred. The car is believed to have been traveling at high rate of speed when the driver lost control. Frank Burke Resigns To Go To Shipping Board (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, D. C, July 30. Frank Burke, assistant chief of the Bureau of Investigations and the Department of Justice, has tendered his resignation effective Aug. 1, it was learned today. Mr. Burke will assist Chairman Benson, of the shipping board. He has been prominent in the investigation of radical activities. AMERICAN WINS RIFLE-SHOOT (By Associated Press) BEVERLOO. Belgim, July 30. Commander Carl T. Osborn of the United States navy, today won the Olympic Individual target shooting competition with army rifles at a distance of 300 meters In standing position. His score was 56 out of a possible 60.

CITIZENS, AT MEETING, ASK INFORMATION Name of Coal Dealer Who Allegedly Told City He'd Sell Coal for $2.80 Is Demanded. committeeTeports

Sharp criticism was directed against a Richmond newspaper, at a citizens' meeting Friday, called to discuss the affairs of the city government. The criticism centered on the recent action of the publication in printing a statement reflecting against the light plant superintendent and the members of the board of public works, then refusing to make public the source of information on which the xrticle was based. Byram C. Robblns. who retires from office of city attorney Sunday, referred to the action of the newspaper as "sheer cowardice." Several citizens protested against what they termed the unjustness of the action of the newspaper in publishing an article intimating that certain city officials had been derelict In the performance of their duties, at the same time withholding the name of the newspaper's informant and later refusing to give his name to city officials concerned. Article Concerns Coal Dealer. The article In question, published several days ago, stated, in efTect, that a local coal dealer, whose name was not divulged, had stated that iast March he had offered to contract with the municipal electric plant to furnish it 1,000 tons of coal per month, for the period of one year, at a rate of $2.80 per ton. The article further stated that this coal dealer had not received a contract. Following a general discussion of the affairs of the municipal plant, Joseph Walterman, a councilman, asked that the meeting be informed bv a representative of the newspaper, as to the name of the coal dealer who is supposed to have made such a charge. Says He Offered Information. The editor of the publication stated that he had offered to give this information to Harry W. Gilbert, board president, a few days ago. but that Mr. Gilbert later resigned and then stated he was not interested any longer in the matter. James E. Dillon, superintendent of the light plant, then took the floor and declared that la his opinion the action of the newspaper in publishing a statement which reflected against the integrity of himself and other city officials and in refusing to divulge to them the name of its informant was a rank injustice and a violation of the spirit of fair play. Denies He Has Offered Coal. Dillon has several times denied that Q n tr Annl .J .... 1 J, . ..... v uoi ut-uifi oiierea coal to him last March at such a figure as quoted hy the newspaper. John E. Peltz. a board member stated that T. C. Taylor, of the board, Mr. Dillon and himself, had called upon the publisher of the newspaper Friday and when they had requested him to advise them as to the identity of the mysterious coal dealer, the information was refused and they were ordered to leave the office. Robbins Spanks 'Em Verbally. City Attorney Robbins administered a verbal spanking to the newspaper which was the subject of attack. He declared that this publication for rome time had been "printing veiled insinuations" against' the conduct of municipal affairs, and that the charges it had preferred eventually caused public meetings to be held by citizens. He declared that as the result of the investigations made by the citizens it had been ascertained that the condition of municipal affairs was "excellent" Calls It Sheer Cowardice. He stated that it was sheer cowardice for the newspaper to refuse to Inform a meeting it had been greatly p;.nf,n,r,i-fr.. - M.-! responsiDie ror as to the name of the the oitv had ,CTnrp, " ""I'.fT,, secure coal at a moderate price. Mr. Robbins stated that while reckless in making its charges concerning the purchase of coal for the municipal plant, the fact remained that when this question was considered in a thorough manner at the rate meeting held thre recently by the Indiana Public Utilities commission, the newspaper was not represented at the meeting, either by its editor or by a reporter. He pointed out that the hearing developed that the coal consumption at i 1 1 i . . . me iwai piani was oniy lour Ann a ; fractl"n? Pund' krtowat. ""hich the chairman of the commission de clared to be better than the average economy. "Can't Blame City Officials. Paul Ross in a brief statement sharply criticised the newspaper. W. J. Blackmore, a manufacturer, stated that in his opinion the city officials could not be blamed in any way for the methods they had pursued in securing coal for the municipal plant. He paid his factory last winter entered Into a contract for coal at $2.70 a ton, but that the contract was not observed. The discussion of the coal question closed with the adoption of a resolution asking the newspaper editor to give the name of the coal dealer to the chairman and secretary of the meeting. The editor agreed to this. The committee of seven reported on its actlvltien. The report etated that the financial condition of the municipal plant appeared to be satisfactory. The action of the committee In confer! ng with Mayor Zimmerman on the appointments of a new board member and a city attorney was eet forth. The committee was given a vote of thanks for Its work, and discharged with the understanding that It would hold Itself in readiness to serve In an (Continued on Page Twelve)