Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 45, Number 280, 4 October 1920 — Page 1

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ENTHUSIASM AROUSED FOR WATSON DAY Republican Meeting Wednesday Evening Expected to be Great Mass Meeting -Senator Watson Speaks. WOMEN WliT PARADE

The meeting to be addressed by Senator James B. Watson at the ColiBeum, this city, next Wednesday evening promises to be one of the biggest political events ever held in Richmond. Preceding the meeting, which is scheduled to start at 8 o'clock, there 'will be a parade such as has not been witnessed in Richmond for many years. The parade will start from the courthouse promptly at 7 o'clock and will move east on Main street to Eleventh street, from which point It will countermarch to the Coliseum. A seating section in the Coliseum will be reserved for the paraders. The Republican county committee urges all Republican voters, both men and women, to participate in the parade. Old-Time Torches Main street will be ablaze with red light while the parade Is In progress. A large number of red light torches have been ordered by the Republican committee and will be distributed to the marchers. At the rear of the parade will be a mortar, mounted on a truck, from which bombs will be discharged. The parade will be headed by the American Legion band of this city. Miss Esther Griffin White, Republican county chairman for women, states that every woman precinct committee woman is arranging to recruit a delegation of women voters In her precinct to take part in the parade. Delegates Expected. The members of the recently organized Harding and Coolidge club of Wayne county will have a prominent position in the parade. It Is expected that there will also be a large delegation of members of the Republican War Veterans' club. Delegations from Winchester, Newcastle, llagerstown, Greensfork, Fountain City, Cambridge City,' Abingtoii, liberty and other towns near Richmond will also participate in the parade, it is announced. The Hon. John L. Rupe of Richmond has been selected to act as chairman of the meeting which Senator Watson is to address. ... MAYOR BREEZES IN; HOLDS COURT MONDAY Mayor W. W. Zimmerman, lively as a cricket and apparently enjoying good health, breezed Into police headquarters Monday morning and performed his duties as judge of the city court. " The mayor was taken to a sanitarium at Oxford, Ohio, about 10 days ago, apparently in a state of collapse, and it was reported a few days ago that his condition was not the best. Mayor Zimmerman intends to preside over council meeting Monday evening, and Tuesday, it is stated, he will return to Oxford again to continue the treatments he has been receiving there. Prohibitionists Neglect to Fill County Slate The board of Wayne county election commissioners have as yet received uo official notification from the county officers of the Prohibition party that a county ticket will be put in the field. Owing to the fact that under the new election laws the sending out of absent voters' ballots will begin fifteen days before the election, the printing of the ballots must be completed within the next ten days or two weeks, and unless the Prohibition party managers in Wayne county file a ticket within the next few days, the election commissioners expect to proceed with the printing of the ballots. County Ticket The county ballot as it probably will appear will comprise the Democratic, Republican and Socialist tickets rn the order named. If the Prohibitionists certify to the clerk a list of candidates for their ticket, the ballot will contain their ticket also. Approximately 35.000 county ballots will be provided both of the state and county tickets. This will 'include the regular supply for each of the sixty-six precincts In Wayne county; a special lot for absent voters and the reserve ballots to be held by the board of election commissioners and used only In case of some emergency. M'Swiney Not Refreshed By Few Honrs Sleep LONDON. Oct. 4. Terence MacSwiney. lord mayor of Cork, passed a fair night at Brixton prison, having had several hours' sleep, but It does not seem to have refreshed him much, said a bulletin issued this morning by the Irish Self-Determination league. Doctors do not find much change in the condition of the lord mayor except that he is very weary, the bulletin adds. This is the 53rd day of MacSwiney's hunger strike. A bulletin issued at the home office this forenoon states the lord mayor was not so well yesterday, but after some rleep last night appeared to be better this morning. WINNER OF AIR TROPHY TO VISIT UNITED STATES (By Associated Press) PARIS, Oct. 4 Sadi Lecointe, the French aviator who on Sept. 28 won .he Jam"S Gordon Bennett airplane ace at Etampes, will soon visit the CTnlted States, where he will engage n airplane races against famous American nilots. says the Excelsior.

'KNOW YOUR OWN CITY' WILL BE AIM FRIDAY OF RICHMOND PEOPLE

"Know Your Own City" day is to be observed in Richmond next Friday, it was announced Monday by Dell Davis, city engineer, who sponsored the plan with the approval of the board of public works. At 1:30 Friday afternoon a squadron of automobiles carrying members of the council and various other city officials and representatives, of the South Side Improvement association. Federation of Women's clubs. Tourist club. Rotary club. Kiwanis club, Young Men's Business club, members of the school board and the county commissioners, will leave the city building and a complete inspection of the city, under the direction of Mr. Davis, will be made. It is Mr. Davis' idea to show to the representative citizens who will take part in the inspection that Richmond is an up-to-date municipality and that it is being managed efficiently. "Ve have lots of things to show Richmond people which a lot of Richmond people know little or nothing about. 1 am sure that those who .take part in the inspection will not be ashamed of their home town when the tour has ended." Mr. Davis said Monday. N The tourists will first be shown a model cement alley. There will be a sign posted in this alley stating the number and the mileage of similar alleys In the city. Incidentally, they will be introduced to a model ash bin, a homely but very necessary thing in keeping the city clean and healthful. Model brick, cement, asphalt, gravel and macadam streets will be exhibited. There will be signs indicating the number of such streets and their mileage. Inspect Glen Miller. There will be a thorough Inspection of Glen Miller, considered one of the handsomest parks in the country. Superintendent Ed Hollarn will talk to the tourists and will point out to them the improvements which have been made and explain contemplated improvements for next year, which include a swimming pool, a wading pool for the kiddies, and tennis courts. Mr. Hollarn will also advocate Sunday musical concerts. There will be a thorough inspection of the city's $1,000,000 enterprise, its municipal light plant, under the direction of Superintendent James Dil Ion. Earlham college will be inspected and the tourists will be welcomed there by President Edwards. The Eastern Indiana Hospital for the Insane will be visited and the citizens will be shown the site of the proposed west side high school and will be addressed by School Superintendent Bentley. The big municipal dump on North Twelfth street, Reid hospital, the large municipal gravel pit. north of the hospital, the -various fire department station and the city's new machinery repair shop also will bo inspected. The tour will conclude with an exhibition or street scraping with the city's new scarifying machine. CLAUDE 8ERRY SUES CHENOWETH COMPANY Complaint for possession of real estate and for damages was filed by Claude E. Berry against the Chenoweth Aviation company, this city, Monday. Berry avers in his complaint that on Aug. 20, 1919. the aviation company leased for one year a property belonging to him on the Chester road, a short distance north of Reid hospital, as an , aviation field, and that under the terms of the lease the company had the privilege of extending the lease for two more years by giving 60 days notice of such intention. Berry alleges that such a notice was given by the company last summer. He avers that In violation of the lease the" company failed to make its advance semi-annual rental payment of 750. He says this payment was due Aug. 20, last, but has not yet been made. He asks possession of the property and damages in the amount of $750. Action Urged if Gamblers Attempt to "Fix" Series (By Associated Press) NEW YORK, Oct. 4. Action against gamblers if they attempt, to "fix" the world series games was urged today by Judge Dike, of Kings county court. In charging the grand jury, the juslice said that although players of the Brooklyn National team had been exonerated of any attempt to corrupt the championship games, it was possible that evidence against gamftlcrs would be presented to the jury. President Wilson Receives Supreme Court Justices WASHINGTON, D. C, Oct. 4. For the first time since 1918 President Wilson received today the justices of the U. S. Supreme Court who called to pay their respects. The court convened at noon after their summer recess and immediately adjourned until tomorrow so that the justices might visit the White House. The annual visit of the justices was omitted last year on account of President Wilson's Illness. MASKED BANDITS MULCH PATRONS OF RESTAURANT NEW YORK. Oct. 4. Siz masked j bandits entered a cafe in Lenox j avenue early today, lined up 45 pa-j trons against the wall and escaped with cash and jewelry valued at more than $5,000. Four of the robbers covered the patrons with revolvers while the others emptied the victims' pockets. All of the bandits escaped by fleeing over several roofs and down a fire escape, except one who went directly into the street and when confronted by a police officer ran into a subway station, jumped to the roadbed and raced ahead of an on-coming train.

AGITATION IS SCHEME, SAYS JAP DIPLOMAT Refuses to Lead Attack Against Government Over American Policy Warns Against "Vote-Cetting". TENSIOfUAUSE ALARM

(By Associated Press) TOKIO, Oct. 4. Anti-American outbursts by the Japanese press are strongly deprecated by Baron Shimpei Gotto. former minister of foreign affairs, who may be Japan's next premier. Ha refuses to lead an attack against the Japanese government over its American policy and, in a statement to the correspondent of Reuters, Ltd., expressed hope that a settlement of the anti-Japanase movement in California may be reached. "The anti-Japanese situation," he said, "Is merely a phase of the presidential election and is part of the gen: eral question which the wisest statesmen on both sides of the Pacific must face with a view to securing a fundamental settlement. The question of ownership of land in California is not the real issue, but only a part of the real Issue, which is a question of discrimination. "Must Remain Cool" "The Japanese people must remain cool and refuse to permit the votecatching politicians in either country to stampede them, while responsible statesmen must later seek a proper solution of the problem. It must be settled honorably on both sides, and the Japanese must appeal to the sense of honor and Justice of America." The tension between the TTnltpfl States and Japan is causing serious I concern to responsible Japanese statesmen and to all the friends ofj ootn countries, who hope for a cessation of alarmist reports which are influencing both sides of the present controversy. Sends Delegates Here The Japan-American society has decided to send two members to America to endeavor to secure a better understanding of the Japanese case in California and other questions, and to allay the feeling in America that Japan is looking for trouble. These delegates have been selected, but it still is uncertain whether the mission would be accepted. Meanwhile, it has been decided to cable a request to the Japan society , of New York City (q double its efforts to dispel the clouds on both sides of the Pacific. TOKIO, Oct. 4. Japanese troops have been sent to Hun-Chun, a town in Manchuria, near the Korean frontier, which was raided by bandits on Saturday. Reports received here state that the attacking party consisted of Russian Bolshevik!, Koreans and Chinese who are bitter against Japan. Ten JaDaneSe wore killed nnl x. wounded during the attack, while 43 ( or me Danait party were killed or Injured. Among the slain were Superintendent Yasuda, of the Japanese police station; Inspector Kato and his wife. Vice-Consul Akisu was seriously wounded and a score of houses in the Japanese quarter were burned. W. K. YOUNG PIONEER PHOTOGRAPHER, DEAD William K. Young, 83 years old, formerly residing at 18 North Sixth street, died Sunday morning at the Soldiers' Home in Dayton. Ohio. Although he was born in Pittsburgh, Pa. in 1837, he had been a resident of this city for 49 years. Mr. Young was a veteran of the Civil war, having served as First Lieut. Co. D, 11th Ohio volunteer infantry. He was one of the pioneer photographers of this city, maintaining a studio over the old Second National Bank for many years. He belonged to Sol Meredith post, Ci. A. j R.; was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge of Dayton, Ohio; and attended the First Presbyterian church of this city. , He had only been in the Soldiers' Home for about 10 days. - Surviving him is one son, William R. Young and one brother Henry Young, of Minneapolis. Minn. Funeral services will be conducted from the parlors of Pohlmeyer, Downing and company, Wednesday, at 10 a. m. Burial will be in Earlham. The Rev. J. J. Ra, pastor of the First Presbyterian church, will officiate. Friends may call Tuesday afternoon and evening. Maj. Harriman to Speak To Kiwanians, Thursday Maj. Lowden A. Harriman, of Indianapolis, will deliver an address before the Kiwanis club at the weekday luncheon Thursday at 12:15 in the K. of P. temple. Maj. Harriman will discuss the proposition of forming a National Guard company herej and will also tell Mexican border stor ies. WORLD SERIES GAMES Returns of the first game of the world's series Tuesday will be received by The Palladium over its special leased wire and will be shown, play by play, on its electric board. The service is furnished by The Associated Press. Game starts 12:30, our time.

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Mrs. Gordon Sarre. The marriage of Ruth Shepley, well known actress, to Gordon Sarre, New York exporter, last July at New Haven came to light recently when the stage star confirmed the report of the secret wedding. Mrs. Sarre says the marriage will not end her professional career. She is to appear in "Wild Cherries" again later in the season. She has been starring in that play. ROTARY CLUB WOULD MAKE CITY OF RICHMOND KNOWN FOR ITS HOSPITALITY TO TOURISTS

A plan to extend more generous hospitality and to provide better accommodations1 for the thousands of motor tourists who pass through Richmond, principally along the National road, every spring, summer and fall, was submitted to the board of public works Monday by E. M. Campfield, representing the Richmond Rotary club. The question will be discussed by the board again next Monday when other members of the Rotary club will come beiore -the.: - boaf a ultH "Mf : Campfield. One of the suggestions made by Mr. Campfield was to have the city dedi-1 cate a small tract in Glen Miller park to be used exclusively as a camping site for tourists. Mr. Campfield recLIGHT REGISTRATION REPORTED AT NOON BY PARTY WORKERS A light forenoon registration was reported at noon Monday, the final day for registration, from a number of the registration places in Richmond. Every precinct registration poll in the county will remain open until 3 o'clock Monday evening and it is expected that a large number of voters who have not yet qualified themselves for the November election will register in the afternoon, after working hours, or in the evening. On the first regsitration day, Sept. 4, a little over 13,000 men and women representing less than fifty per cent of the normal voting strength of the county, were registered. Since that time it is estimated than between 3,500 and 4,000 people have been registered by affidavit, these affidavits being filed "Monday at the various precinct registration places, as required by law. Assists Registration. It is stated that there were 2,126 people registered by affidavit at ihe Lee B. Nusbaum store, this city, from Sept. 1 until last Saturday evening. It is estimated that at least 85 per cent of those registered at the Nusbaum store were women. Both the Republican and Democratic county organizations have expressed to Mr. Nusbaum their appreciation of his assistance in the registration of voters. At the Bethel A. M. E. church, Richmond, registration work was done Sunday following the services. "Men and women who do not exercise their rights of suffrage are not good citizens, and the promotion of good citzenship 13 practical religion. For that reason we believed we were justified in assisting in the registration of the unregistered members of our congregation," one of the active V a r-i . ' a1.....u a i- i . ' uifiuuris dl ociiici vuu nil, me largcsi colored church in the city, said Monday. Party Workers Busy. All of last week Republican and , Democratic worKers throughout the county were busily engaged in securing registrations. In many instances house-to-house canvasses were made to round up the unregistered vote. Major Paul Comstock, Republican county chairman, and Joel Moore, Democratic county chairman, believe the pressure brought to bear upon the unregistered voters the past few day was bearing fruit Monday and they were confident that by the time the registration places closed Monday evening a large percentage of the voters of the county would be qualified to participate in the forthcoming election. The report that those who failed to register this year would not be permitted to participate in the city election in the fall of 1921, influenced a number of people to register who had evidenced no particular Interest in the national and state elections this year.

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ommended that camp ovens be installed and a shelter house, for use in bad weather, erected on the site. He advised that signs be placed notifying motorists that they were privileged to camp In the park. May Camp in Park Mr. Campfield said that hundreds of camping parties passed through Richmond annually in automobiles and that nearly all of them camped In school house yards otitside the city, not knowing that they 'were permitted to make camp in the park. City Engineer Davis explained that Ed Hollarn, park superintendent, permitted campers to use the park and had notified motor clubs In many cities to that effect. The fact is not generally known, however, and no special place has been reserved in the park for campers. The Rotary Club also recommends Mr. Campfield said, that signs be placed in conspicuous places directing motorists to Glen Miller park's famous springs. The club also recommends that signs be placed on the outsk'rts of the city indicating the name of the city and pertinent facts concerning its population, Industries, advantages and history. Must Advertise Richmond. "We do not advertise Richmond as well as we might," Mr. Campfield said. "As one of the principal points on the National road thousands of motorists visit Richmond annually and we should let them know what a fine place Richmond is and that we are prepared to entertain them in a hospitable manner." Mr. Campfield said that the plan proposed by the Rotary club could be carried out by the expenditure of a relatively small sum. The board decided Monday to employ an electrical engineer to supervise the work of installing the proposed 5,000 k. w. turbine unit at the municipal electric plant. The board proposes to enter into a contract with J. D. Lyons, a Cincinnati consulting engineer, who agrees to supervise the work of letting the contract for the unit and protect the city's interests In the installation of the turbine for $1,000, which the board proposes to pay out of the $175,000 recently appropriated by council for the proposed unit. CARR BUYS CONTROL OF JONES HARDWARE James A. Carr ha$ acquired a con trolling interest in the Jones Hard ware company, It was announced Mon-i day. Mr. Carr has been a large stockholder in the Jones company for a number of years, and by the purchase of additional stock obtained control of the company. "I have only recently acquired a controlling interest." Mr. Carr said "Monday. "My position in the com-1 pany has not been determined. I will j outline the general policy of the company and will' bare a desk in tho store, but, of course,' I won't have direction of sales." Mr. Carr was actively identified with the Richmond branch of the American Seeding Machine company until it was sold to the International Harvester company a short time ago. FIRST BIG ELECTION BET POSTED DOWNTOWN MONDAY The first election bet of any size was posted on the board at one of the best known cigar stores Saturday night, $500 dollars was offered that Harding would carry Ohio. With "this came . another smaller offer of $50 that the Republican nominee carries California. The appearance of the two bets on the board are the first this year. -... .v. .

QUESTIONS VALIDITY OF STOCK OWNED BY 0. M. KIRLIN ESTATE

Contest is to be made over the ownership of 240 shares of stock of the Doddridge-Beck company, of Milton, a manufacturing concern recently placed in the hands of a receiver, which stock has been listed among the assets of the estate of the late Oscar M. Kirlin, in the inventory of the estate filed by its administrator, Irvin J. L. Harmeier. Kirlin was cashier of the Farmers' bank at Milton, now under a receivership, and secretary-treasurer of the Doddridge-Beck company. Announcement of the contest, for the possession of the stock is contained in a legal notice addressed to Mr. Harmeier, submitted for publication Monday by D. W. Doddridge, one of the stockholders In the company. Text of Notice. The notice reads: "In hehalf of the Interest of Park G. Lantz, Petoskey. Mich., and Earl W. Doddridge, of Brownsville. Ind., I hereby inform you that the title to the following shares of stock in the Doddridge-Beck company are contest . . . , . : j . : .- ea on me grounas or no coasiuciaiiuu for transfer: "Park G. Lantz contests the following: "Certificate No. 480, 20 shares; certificate No. 481. 10 shares; certificate No. 355, 30 shares. "E. W. Doddridge contests the fol lowing: "Certificate No. 473. 50 shares; certificate No. 461, 40 shares; Certificate No. 227. 40 shares; certificate No. 472, 50 shares. "(Signed) D. W. Doddridge." Claim Is Filed. The receiver of the Farmers bank asserts that Oscar M. Kirlin appropriated over $80,000 of the bank's funds for his own use. This allegation is contained in a claim filed by the receiver against the alleged bondsmen of Kirlin in an effort to make them pay $100,000 to the bank, the amount of the bond it is alleged that Kirlin executed but which is now reported to be either "lost or destroyed." It is understood that the receiver of the Farmers bank has a claim against all the assets of the Kirlin estate to partly compensate the bank for the shortage Kirlin is alleged to be responsible for. The contest for possession of the 240 shares of Doddridge-Beck stock listed among the assets of the Kirlin estate is to prevent, it is said, the administrator of the Kirlin estate from transferring the stock to the reeciver for the Farmers bank, in the anticipated settlement of the Farmers bank claim against the estate. HARDING DEDICATES MARION, O., Oct. 4 Senator Harding left Marion today by motor to make a speech near Fremont, O., seventy miles away, at the dedication of a memorial tablet in honor or soldiers who lost their lives in the great war. The nominee and his wife started on the trip in time to take lunch at the home near Fremont of Webb C. Hayes, who is a son of President Rutherford B. Hayes, before the dedication ceremonies. In the address prepared for the occasion, Senator Harding praised the heroism of the American expeditionary force and asked that their services be made an example to American citizens in peace time patriotism. He did not touch on political issues. The memorial tablet stands in Hayes's memorial library in the Spiegel Grove state park, which is a part of the old Hayes estate, and today was selected for the unvealing because It is the birthday of the former president. In making public plans for the trip two weeks ago Harding headquarters announced that Governor Cox. the Democratic nominee, also would speak at the ceremonies. Later information was received here, however, that the governor would not be present. Coal Price Decision Is Expected Tuesday INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Oct. 4. Decision of the special food and fuel commission fixing the price at which coal from Indiana mines may be sold In the State is expected to be handed down tomorrow. Chairman Esbach and attorney; for the commission today were holding a series of conferences regarding the question. The decision of the commission probably will be in the form of three orders relating separately to the operators, jobbers, and retailers respectively. Just what form the price fixing would take none of the officials would state today. Weather Forecast MOORE'S SPECIAL FORECAST Generally fair and settled weather may be expected to continue for the next 24 to 48 hours, but a cool wave crossing the lake promises to cause cooler weather Monday night over this section. For Indiana, by the United States! Weather Bureau Fair tonight and Tuesday; cooler In north and central portions. Temperatures Yesterday Maximum 71 Minimum 42 Today Noon 74 For Wayne County, by W. E. Moore Fair Monday night and Tuesday cooler Monday night. General Conditions Generally fair weather is now the rule over most of the United States. It is getting cooler over the northern states and it continues warm over the western states. It has been abnormally cool over the southeast in the last 48 hours, accompanied by killing frosts in portions of Tennessee Saturday. Much warmer weather prevails there now.

COX GREETS FRIENDS HERE IN BRIEF VISIT Democratic Standard Bearer Pays Second Visit to Richmond En route fo DaytonStays 20 Minutes. delighteTwTth WEST James M. Cox, Democratic standardbearer, paid his second visit to Richmond Sunday since the opening of tho presidential campaign and was greeted by a large and enthusiastic crowd of admirers at the Pennsylvania station. Mr. Cox was enroute to his home In Dayton on a special train, which arrived in Richmond about 5 p. m. He remained in Richmond over 20 minutes, delivered a brief address ana shook hands with about 200 men and women. Despite the fact that he was returning from a strenuous campaign which took him over 11.000 miles through most of the states west of the Mississipl river. Mr. Cox appeared to be in splendid condition as he stood upon the rear platform of the observation coach of his train. No Politics on Sunday. Responding to the crowd's insistent demands for a speech Mr. Cox delivered a tabloid sermon, calling attention to the fact that it was the Sabbath. "I make no addresses of a partisan character on the Sabbath," Mr. Cox said, after he had silenced the shouts of the crowd by a wave of his hand. "We are a religious nation holding dear the religious traditions of our forefathers, and if we continue to be a great and prosperous nation we must continue to walk humbly in the sight of God and observe the Sabbath. Glad to Get Home. "I am just completing a 11,000 mile trip through the west. After seeing this great western country I am convinced that we have a more glorious destiny than many of us realize. I am very glad to get home .and I am delighted to have had this opportunity of meeting you." "We have always considered Dayton a suburb of Richmond," Mr. Cox continued with a grin, and the crowd laughed heartily. "Or Richmond as a suburb of Dayton," he added, and tho crowd laughed again. He then concluded his address with the statement that he considered the reception he had received in Richmond a manifestation of good will. Pleased With Reception Prominent Richmond Democratic workers formed a reception committee to welcome Mr. Cox to the city, and as he spoke Henry Farwig stood at his side. As soon as Mr. Cox had concluded his address the crowd stampeded to shake hands with him. The candidate had to keep both hands busy. His reception was an exceptionally cordial one and he appeared to be delighted with his admirers' enthusiasm. Members of Mr. Cox's party informed newspaper men that the candidate's trip through the west had been a most successful one. They said he had spoken to large and enthusiastic crowds everywhere. He concluded his western invasion Saturday night by addressing a meeting at Kansas City.

REPUBLICAN WOMEN CALLED TO PARADE Preceding the Republican meeting Wednesday night at which Senator James E. Watson is to speak, all Republican precinct committee women and all members of the Republican city committee of the women's organization will meet in front of the courthouse to take part in a parade. This announcement was made Monday by Miss Esther Griffin White, county chairman of the women's Republican organization. The women are to meet at 6:45 p. m.. march down Main street to Tenth street, then return to the Coliseum, where seats will be reserved for all paraders. Not only are precinct women and those belonging to the city committee Invited, said Miss White, but every Republican woman in the city is urged to participate. Flour Prices Slump at Minneapolis Today (By Associated Press) MINNEAPOLIS. Minn., Oct. 4. Flour prices continued their downward trend when mills effected a reduction of 10 to 60 cents a barrel for family patents here today. One large mill's quotation was reduced from $12.15 to $11.65 a barrel, while another, which lowered Its price half a dollar Saturday, made a further cut of 10 cents making its price $11.30 a barrel. The low wheat marker is responsible for the decline, millers said. Drastic Price Cut in Wheat Market Today CHICAGO, Oct. 4 Drastic cutting of prices took place in the wheat market today. In some cases as much as 11 cents a bushel was slashed from values, the December at one time bringing only $1.96, as against $2.07 to $2.07 at the finish on Saturday. Increased liquidation by holders was In progress especially from rural sources. The market closed demoralized at the lowest figure of the day. MARTINIQUE EMPLOYES DEMAND HIGHER WAGES FORT OF FRANCE. Martinique. Oct. 4. Employes of public service companies here struck today demanding higher wages, which they claim are necessary because of the high cost ot lining. : '