Casper Daily Tribune Newspaper, May 17, 1920, Page 1

| EMBEZZLER CAUGHT IN CANAL ZONE Che Casprr Cribune CLAUDE J. GAVIN TOBERETURNED HERE FOR TRIAL Bogus Check ‘Artist ‘Also ‘Arrested at Omaha, Claim Claude J. Gav Gavin, who is \- WEATHER FORECAST Generally fair tonight and Tuesday, except’ probably showers in extreme north portion; warmer in east and cen- tral portions tonight, cooler Tuesday. | VOLUME IV charged in a county warrant with embezzlement and ab- sconding with funds of the Con- tinental Supply . company - in Casper last February, has n arrested at Balboa Heights, a town ‘at the exireme end of the Panama Canal in | the Canal Zone. He was arrested there after a search of nearly three months which took agents for the Pinkerton De tective service to many different cities in the United States, thru South Ameri- ca, and finally to the Isthmus of Pan-, ama, where he was placed in custody yesterday. Mr. Gavin has made no at- tempt thus far to fight extradition. The American Surety company thru the Pinkerton agency has been conduct- ing the search for Mr. Gavin following his disappearance from Casper with money missing in transactions which he had charge of at the Continental Sup- ply company in this city. It is estimated county officials that the amount Mr. Gavin secured will be close to $15,000. It is believed that Mr. Gavin left here with his wife and she was traced to San Francisco, New Orleans and Chicago. Mr. Gavin, it was found inthe long search for the missing Casper man, Went to the Pacific coast; then to New Or- Jeans, where, it is said, he took a boat Yor South America. His presence in South America was established but he was not finally arrested until he had reached the Canal Zone. More than $1,000 was spent by the American Surety company, it is said, in attempting to place Mr. Gavin under arrest. B. T. Prout, who is charged with de- frauding a number of Casper people and firms, has been arrested by Sheriff M. L. Clark at Omaha, Nebr., where he is be: ing held until the arrival of local au- thorities. It was early.in Aprl that Mr. Prout started his work of defrauding, it is alleged, Several hundred dollars was secured by Mr. Prout thru fraud, according to county officials. One check for $150 cashed at the Manhattan cafe, was re- turned because there were no funds in the bank. Extradition papers probably will be used to brng Mr. Prout back to Casper. CONVICTIONS ON DRAFT EV ASION TO STAND, EDICT (By Associated Press.) WASHINGTON, May 17.—The con- vietion of Daniel O'Connell, lawyer, and five other residents of San Francisco for violating the selecttve service ard espionage acts, was upheld today in a decision of the supreme court. BRITAIN SEEKS TO HOG ALL OIL SUPPLIES, CLAIM (By Associated Press.) WASHINGTON, May 17.—Great Bri- tain’s policy in réference to world p leum supplies is reported to be to ex- clude aliens from control of petroleum supplies within the empire, and en- deavor to obtain some measure of con- trol over all properties in foreign coun- tries, the senate was informed today in | 4 state department report transmitted! by President Wilson. INDICTMENTS IN PACKING CASES ARE RETURNED, (By Associated Press.) NEW YORK, May 17.—Tho federal frand jury in Brooklyn today returned! \dictments against Morris & Co. and the Cudahy Packing Company, cherg-| ing them with profiteering in food- stuffs, NO RULING UPON PROHIBITION BY SUPREME COURT e (By Associated Press.) WIASHINGON, May 17.—The su- "me court failed again today to de- the validity of the prohibition amendment and the enforcement act and recessed until June 1. COLISEUM BEING MADE READY FOR), G. 0. P. MEETING c Fe HICAGO, May 17.—The Chicago oliseum was turned Neon Naty over to the Repub- anaes onal Committee this morning atari was started immediately on Nana ‘ons necessary for the big con- mon on June 8. Offices of the com- *e und convention leaders will be dy for use on May 31, when the na- rex tio Troops restored order. jon the east LEVI P. MORTON, (By Associated Press) POUGHKEEPSIE, N. Y., May 11. —Levi P. Morton, former vice presi- dent of the United States, died at his home here today at the age of 96 years. Levi Parsons Morton was the twen- ty-second vice president of the United financial world until he became one of the money powers of the country, He had the blood of a financier in his veins—descendant as he was of George Morton of York, Eng., who raised funds to send the Pilgrims to Amerfca on the Mayflower. AfterMeaving office in his vigoraus old age he still was active in the di- rectorates of many corporations. He was rated as a millionaire, many times over, Mr.” Morton was twice married. His first wife was Lucy Kimball, who died in 1871, His second was TWO KILLED IN BELAST RIOTS, OTHERS INJURED (By United Press) LONDON, May 17.—Two men were killed and several others injured in riot- ing Saturda yand Sunday night between Unionist# and Sinn Feiners in Belfast. (By Associated Press.) LONDONDERRY, May 17.—London- derry, after two nights of rioting, again was the gcene of riotous demonstrations today.. Hundreds of men remained} away from work, walking about the} streets, where many individual encount- | ers occurred between Sinn Feiners and Unionists. here was stone throwing by crowds to some extent, and at one point Sinn Feiners, the police reported, fired shots at two Unionist ex-soldiers, but misse dtheir marks. FRENCH FORCES LEAVING EAST BANK OF RHINE (By, Associated Press.) MAYENCE, May 17.—French troops, which have been in occupation of Frankfort, Darmstadt and other cities bank of the Rhine, @va- cuated this morning. (By. United Press) LONDON, May 17.—-French troops were scheduled to begin their with- drawal from Frankfort today. The French demanded as a guarantee gainst demonstration by German citi- zens that the Germans post a forfeit of a million marks and deliver six hos- tages. In Cambridge, England, it has been PRESIDENT, DIES; EX-GOVERNOR ROBT. B. GLENN ALSO CLAIMED States, the running mate of Benja- | Waterways commission, was found min Harrison in 1888. At 71 years of | dead in bed at the Royal Alexandria age he rounded out his political life | hotel here today. He was 65 years of as governor of ew York st age. Although born the son of Prohibition had _ few — stauncher tig = champions than Robert B. Glenn ee ee eo ee taeee hte ny | Who, as governor of North Carolina, pee rab . instituted state wide prohibition in to the front inthe business and} that state. Since leaving the gov the custom for centuries to sell butter by the yard. Tach length weighs a pound, and is wrapped in a strip of clean white cloth, NEGRO PROWLER CAPTAIN FIRES killed an unidentified negro, whom he 1645 Logan street, early today. before he fired. 4 pbeeine tT begins the hearing of distance and fell dead. FORMER VICE Anna Livingston member of an old Manhattan family. PROHIBITION LOSES GREAT CHAMPION (By Associated Press) WINNIP! » May 1 Robert B, Glenn, ex-governor of North Caro- lina and member of the International ernor’s chair in 1909 he carried the fight for a “dry” nation into almost every “wet” state making hilndreds of speeches on behalf of the Anti- Saloon. League. After the end of his term as gov ernor, he was engaged in lecturing and was in great demand as a pro- hibition speaker. He was tireless in his efforts in behalf of that cause and few orators of his day had greater endurance, Governor Glenn befriended many persons in whom he had no personal interest. ‘PRUSSIANIZE NAVY: WAS SIMS’ GOAL, CHARGE O navy, declaring they sought to and make a civilian secretary a “rubber stamp.” He told the senate committee investigating the navy’ s conduct of | the war that “one of Rear Admiral Sims’ chief objects in writing his| letter of January 7 and bringing about this investigation was to remove the’ navy, so far as possible, from civilian control. GERMAN MACHINE WAS SIMS’ MODEL, CLAIM. (By United Press) “They wish a Germanized navy,” said Daniels. “Before the war some of them openly avowed that the German mili- tary method was their model. “One of Sims’ objects in bringing about this investigation was to curtail the powers of the secretary and remove the navy from civilian control. “If congress believes civilian control | is eyil let it follow Sims’ lead, create a general staff on the German model and name some Von Tirpitx to rule the navy.” DENVER GAS-AND} ELECTRIC TO BE| TIED UP, BELIEF (By United Press) DENVER, May 17.—Gas an delec- tris light service here may be cur- tailed as a result of the strike of em- ployes of the Denver Gas and Electric Company. One hundrd linemen struck this morning. ‘Three other affiliated unions, in- cluding stockers, gas fitters and clerks are expected to vote for a strike -at mass meetings scheduled later today. The workers demand higher wages than.either the company or the state industrial commission granted them. SHOT To DEATH AFTER WARNING (By Associated Press.) DENVER, May 17.—W. Barry Houston, former army captain, shot and detected attempting to enter his home, Houston said he shouted three warnings Two of the four shots which he fired struck the negro, who ram a short F DANIELS |Object of Hasdocates of Generali Staff Plan Was to Eliminate Civilians and Model Machine on Von Tirpitz Method (By Associated Press.) WASHINGTON, May 17.—Secretary of the Navy Daniels let go a verbal broadside today against advocates of a general staff for the) ithe navy department) JOAN OF ARC TAKES AMONG SAINTS Name of Heroine Whose Spirit Followed Menin World War Added to Roll with 30,000 Witnessing the Ceremonies (By Associated Press.) ROME, May 17.—Joan of Arc, called from the peaceful fields of France to victory against the English and Burgundians, today was|” exalted to sainthood. Thirty thousand persons witnessed the rite in’ honor to the meek girl, whose leadership founded modern France and whose life inspired the allied world war just closed. The impressive ceremony of the an- cient ritual marked the addition of her name to the roll of saints. The rite was concluded by the celebration of mass by Pope Benedict, the light from Beneven- tu Cellini’s historic candelebra falling IS “Prussianize” 30 BILLION TO BE PAID BY HUN (By Associated Press.) PARIS, May 17.—It is understood in official circles that the Anglo-French conference at Hythe decided the sum total which Germany should pay as | reparation be fixed at approximately | $30,000,000,000. |Chinese Strike Broken, Student Bodies Return (By United Press) SHANGHAI, May 17.—Three million Chinese students, who rose in rebellion on April 14, against the Peking military government's direct negotiations with Japan in connection wth the Shantung settlement, resumed their class studies today. The strike was broken when unions, merchants and other organized factors in China failed to give it their support. STORES ASKED TO CLOSE DOORS FOR BIG FETE. To allow the Casper Concert Band to take part in the May festival and track meet at the high school athletic grounds tomorrow afternoon, the big- gest school event of the year, a move- ment was started this afternoon to ask the merchants to close their stores dur- ing the afternoon. No agreement in the matter had been reached when The Tribune went to press, but those in- terested were in hope that the propo- sition would meet with favorable con- sideration. a (By United Press) LONDON, May 17.—Over 2,000 Brit- ish troops have landed at Bantry, gre land, to be distributed throughout Cork at five-mile intervals. The movement NUMBER 185 PLACE Eludes to Food and Water; last night. the mountains near Chalchicomula by Generals Pedro Sancnez and 14: ,.110) Aguilar, leaders of revolutionary forces which fought # grim battle with Car- . shepherd lass, who in 1429 was Domremy to lead the armies of during the dark hours of the great| over the gorgeously vested ecclesiatics gathered about the altar. Great emotion was shown by mem- bers of the family of Joan of Arc, who had places in a tribune with members of the French senate and the chamber of deputies and other French pilgrims. STANDARD SIGNS TOBE USED FOR Complete Marking f for State’ High- ways Projected by Commis- sion for Beneflt of Travelers CHEYENNE, May 17.—In addition to the enormous amount of outlined work for the coming season on the state highway department's mainten ance program, plans for the complete | marking of the various proposed state routes have been completed and the details for the manufacturing of the signs are being prepared. The signs to be used will be manu factured by the department In accord- ance with the standard designs which have been adopted. The sign and stand ard will be painted white and the let- tering black, and contain in addition to names of the towns and the mileage to them, the number of the state rouie on which the sign is placed. These signs will be supplemented with mir posts between signs, bearing the mite- age within, the county and also the state route number. The feature of all signs having the state route number will enable travel- ers to easily follow any desired road with the greatest ease, as the stranger is not required to memorize the names of all the towns along the route he wishes to travel in order to reach his destination, but by simply remember- ing the number of the route leading to his destination can easily follow the signs so numbered. The marking of the roads by the state highway department will in no way interfere with the activities of the various highway assuciations, as those organizations will function as hereto-| fore, marking the various routes in which they are interested with their particular colors and names, for the benefit of travelers. The erection of the signs ‘started as’ soon as the routes marked can be determined and survey for the e_algns’ aco accomplished. HAY SHIPPED BY PARCEL POST TO SAVE LIVESTOCK will be to be their | MARKING ROADS: ranza's army last week. They have a superior force of cavalry. Lack of food and water lowered the morale of Carranga’s men so that their defeat was comparative! says ¢ dispatch from the Associa s8 cor respondent in the battle zone. He has just been joined by the correspondent of the newspaper El Dictamen of this city, who was with Carranza when he from Mexico City on May 7, and witnessed much of the fighting around San Marcos and Rinconada, TIwENTW.EOUR TRAINS CAPTURED BP REBELS. (By Associated Press.) EL PASO, May 17.—Confirmation of the capture of twenty-four trains and other material belonging to the Car- ranzy government and of the flight of Carranza in an automobile carrying with him a great quantity or coin, it is claimed, was received today from Gen. Obregon by revolutionist agents. Gen. Aguilar To Join Chief }10 Rebels Starving Remnant of Carranza’s Army Makes ‘Heroic Stand Against Superior Force When Surrounded Without Access Defeat Made Easy (By Associated Press.) VERA CRUZ, May 17.—Gen. Candido Aguilar, governor of the State of Vera Cruz, son-in-law of Carranza, who was virtually a pris- oner of revolutionary forces near Orizaba for the past week, escaped He is believed to be trying to join Carranza, who fled to on Friday. Gen. Aguilar has with him about 300 of his followers. The pursuit of Carranza is being vigorously push@@ and surrounded on all sides, Carrancis- tas, personally led by Cz Gen. Murguia, fighting to the end. Murguia personally led the charge which cut through the rebel ring and enabled Carranza to escape into the mountains. Once Carranza’s horse was shot from under him. LAN OF AGUA PRIETA’ REFUSED BY GONZALES (By U: nlted Press) WASHIN Gonzales has the “plan of Agua Pr the entire Carranza regime would be repudiated, according to Mexico City newspaper reports received today by the state department. Gonzales agreed, however, to permit Gov. de la Huerta to convene the Mexican congress or the permanent commission of congress, in extra session to name a provisional president. Pab- to recognize * under which —————___— (By United Press) DENVER, May 17.—Thomas Annear, superintendent of the mint, received in- structions today to purchase silver in the open market. The government price STARVING TROOPS MADE DRAMATIC STAND. (By United Press) TEXICO CITY, May 17.—Dramatic ccounts of the ranza is making aterless, provisionless, have reached here. outnumbered his reception in Honolulu, greeting a served in the British forces and whose U. S. RA BOZEMAN, Mont.—-A. J. Walrath, president of the Montana Grain Grow- ers’ corporation, is authority for the |wtatement that much hay is being ship- ped in this state by parcel post. The |price is high and many small farmers ‘are buying in small quantities, he de- clares, announced a flat reduction of 30 per | by three stores Saturday. is the first indication of new repressive measures planned by Gen. MacReady, commanding “British forces in Ireland. of the store. “We must clear our sto break does not apply to all goods but “The market broke three or four weeks ago,” heroic last stand Car-} | will be $1 an ounce, (By Associated Press.) } DULUTH, Minn., May 17.—Forest fires are age acing the country north and northwest of Duluth, despite rains of last night. THE PRINCE OF WALES VISITS HONOLULU—The Prince of Wales, during Scotch veteran of the great war, who home is in the Hawailan Islands. WAGE INCREASE IS ENDORSED BY ILROADS Chairman of Managers’ Committee Admits Justice of Claims; Declares Roads Will Accept Board Ruling (By United Press.) CHICAGO, May 17.—Railroad owners, thru E. T. Whitter, chairman of the conference committee of managers, told the railroad labor board today that the roads are willing to grant increased wages to employes. They did not specify the extent of the increase, which will be left to the board. He declared the railroad owners would stand by the board’s decision. BIG OMAHA STORE CUTS PRICES MARKET BROKEN, BRANDEIS SAYS (By Associated Press.) OMAHA, May 17.—One of the largest department stores here today cent following 20 per cent cuts made said George Brandeis, head ocks in readiness for new prices, The to nearly all.” Whitter urged a system whereby ges should be automatically increased or cut as the cost of living rises or falls. Wage increases would be passed on to | the public in the shape of increased passenger and freight rates. The railroads are now asking the in terstate ccmmerce commission for a 28 | Per cent increase in rates to cover wage increases granted in the last two yoars. Wage increases to employes in the last |four yars totaled 53 per cent or over \® billion dollars, Whitter said. ome part of the wages demanded by the employes the board will probably in the cost of find justified by the rise jliving,”* said Whitter,