Lakeland Evening Telegram Newspaper, October 22, 1914, Page 1

[E I djourn At x Q’clock his Evening AL RESOLUTION TO AT EFFECT PASSED gY OVERWHELM- ING VOTE Legislation Failed To ry; Only Relief To Be cured Now Is By State Legislation (By Assoelated Press) shington, Oct. 22.—The ad- ment of Congress at 6 o’clock bt was arranged by adminis- n leaders of both houses to- nd a formal resolution to that prepared. There were indi- bs of filibuster by southern bers who want cotton legisla- but Democratic leaders seemed of the plan. OURNMENT AUTHORIZED (By Assoclated Press) shington, Oct. 22.—A resolu- authorizing that the president otified that Congress was ready djourn was forced through the e by a vote of 141 to 85. A ution authorizing adjournment ix tonight also pased with a majority. ——— TIONAL C. OF C. MEETING ouston, Texas, Oct. 22.—The ton Chamber of Commerce will v welcome and entertain the ed States Chamber of Com- ce. This body is on tour of the hern cities, and will spend one here. They have indicated a de- to view and inspect the Rice itute and arrangements to this have been made. They will also taken for a trip down the ship nnel to San Jacinto battleship. purpose of the tour is to bring the directors as near us possible b touch with local problems af- inz each and in a general way of them. Three other stops will made in the State of Texas. The r will terminate at New Orleans t of October, where the di- will hold a meeting and dis- ){ matters of organization. ppointments To Annapolis Announced (By Associated Press.) “ashington, Oet. 22.—The war uent announced today the ng appoints to the Military my next year: Alabama, James ller, Huntsvillte; #lovida, Clar- Davis, Leesburg; Hamilton alternate, Stanley, alternate, De- NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW izo, Tll., Oct. 22—The dates National Dairy Show are to Oct. 31, inclusive, and exposition promises to be x breaking affair. The Hol- in-Friesian Association has of- o ;r' prizes amounting to $1,500, ¢ Jersey Cattle Club, $1,000, and Guernsey Club, $1,000, for spe- Irizes, which added to regular makes $9,000 for these A marketing congress is one features of the show. The ex- s of buttermilk, cream and of s is larger than ever before. nber of allied interests will 1 this city during the coming and thousands of visitors will the city from now until the of the month. Among the oth- ciations which wil' gather hin a few days are the Hol- iesian Association of Amer- rnational Milk Dealers’ As- {ation, Official Dairy Instructors’ ation, National Ice Cream Ufacturers’ Association, and the . “tional Poultry, Butter and Eggs Mssociation ., ngress TO Mayor Eaton Decide Jacksonville; | HE LAKELAND EVENIN PU BLISHED IN THE BEST TOWN IN THE BEST PART OF THE BEST STATE G TELEGRAM BOOST— T BEM}EMBEB THAT SATAN STAYED IN HEAVEN UNTIL HE BEGAN TO KNOCK HIS HOME TOWN. To Withdraw His Resignation Decision Influenced By Petition Signed By Large Number Taxpayers Who Wish Him To Remain At Head of City Gov't Yesterday afternoon at five o'clock Hon. 0. M. Eaton was asked to come to the council cham- ber of the City Hall, and when he arrived he found a delegation representative citizens awaiting him. Hon. H. J. Drane, ncting as spokesman for the party, made a brief address to the mavor, in which he stated that the people of Lake- land had chosen Mr. Eaton for this position because of his fitness, his ability to handle the problems con- fronting this erowing city, and his experience covering six years of service in connection with the city government. In view of these facts, the speaker called upon r. Eaton to reconsider and withdraw his res- !gnallon as chairman and member .of the board of city commissioners, and not to subject to disappoint- ment those who had put him in the position. Mr. Drane closed his re_ marks by presenting a petition, which was worded as follows: Lakeland, Fla., Oct. 17, 1914.. Hon. 0. M. Eaton, Mayor, City of Lakeland, Fla.: Dear Sir—We, the undersigned citizens of Lakeland, have learned with a feeling of much regret that you have presented your resignation to take effect Jan. 1, 1915, and, while we do not presume to question vour action which we believe may appear to be justifiable in your own mind, we nevertheless feel con- vinced that at this time such a change would not be for tne benefit of the city. We recognize the fact that many things have transpired since you took office on Jan. 1 to vorry and also to discourage you in handling the financial affairs of the city, ‘which you and vyour associates found in a very unsatisfaciory con- dition. We believe, howaver, that you can work out a satisfactory so- lution of these matters, and we de- sire to express our perfect confi- dence in your intezrity and ability to conduct the affairs of your ot fice. ! Therefarn, respectfully ask ;you to withdraw vour rcsignation tand continue to carry out the plans ! you have made looking to the more satisfactory administration of the leity's affairs, pledzing you at the ‘s;\mo time our confidence and hearty of we i co-operation. This petition was signed by about 1200 representative citizens of Lakeland. all property owners and most of them prominent in the busi- The sizners indicat- ness affairs of the city. are from all walks in life, ing that the creat mass of the peo- ple heartily endorse the work of Mr. Eaton in behalf of the city and de_ sire him to continue his career of tnigefulness in the manazement of . municipal afiairs | gentlemen who circulated the | ion stated |that less than five per cent of those im whom it was presented declined to sign it; that a common expres- sion, when the petition v pre- ! sented to a business man ¥ “Yes, I'll sign it, and would be glad to do so a dozen times,” and that scores of others would gladly have signed it if they had the opportunity, but those circulating it, being busy men, had been compelled to satisfy presenting it to chanced to en- touched Mr. Eaton was, bf course, with this manifestation of the con- fidence reposed in him by the eciti_ zens, and he responded, to the effect that he could not ignore the wishes a large proportion of the and would give the peti- ue consideration and announce He stated that hard for him n | themselves with those whom they counter readily. of such taxpavers, tion d his decision today. it had been made very and the other commissioners their honest endeavors to act for the best interests of the eits, by Yho persistent eriticisn kr\'m‘kmz noisy continzent, of a small, but ¢ and that he had been wearied and h these attacks; that disgusted wit R ith several boards he had served W LAKELAND, FLORIDA, THURSDAY, OCT. 22, 1914. Three British Monitors Bombard Positions Of Germans, Landing Marines and Guns BRITISH ADMIRALTY DENI ES THE REPORT SENT OUT FROM BERLIN THAT WARSHIPS WERE USED TO BOMBARD GERMAN'’S POSITION Fighting Lines Continues Unchanged; German Casualty List Today Numbers 11,500; Italian Marines Land At Avelona NOT WARSHIPS BUT MONITORS BOMBARD BELGIAM COAST (By Associated Prese.) London, Oct. 22.—To clear Brit- ish warships of taking part in the operations on the Belgian coast the admiralty announced that three monitors not only bombarded the German positions south of Ostend, but landed marines with machine guns. The monitors draw nine feet of water and were unable to run close to shore. So far the monitors have been able to dodge submarine attacks, though, as rcported Tues- day, at least twelve torpedoes were discharged at them withous strik- ing. How the German submarines got to Ostend is unknown. GERMAN DEAD NUMBER 11,500 TODAY (By Associated Press) Berlin, Oct. 22.—The German casualty list today contzins the names of about 11,500 killed and wounded. BERLIN CLAIMS WARSHIPS ARE SHELL- ING OSTEND (By Assoclated Press.) London, Oct. 22.—Reports Indf- cate fighting along the North Bel- ————————— of ccuncilmen, but never with any composed of more conscientious or capable men than his associates on the present board of commissioners, and that if these gentlemen were eiven the cooperation of the citi- zens, instead of baseless charges, inuendoes, complaints and ecriti- cisms, they could do something for the good of the city—otherwise , they are powerless. Mr. Eaton's decision was made .known today in the follcwing com- ! munication, addressed to ifon. H. 'J. Drane, representing the tioners: To Hon. H. J. Drane and Others: Gentlemen—In view of the peti- tion presented me yesterdzy after- bearing the signaiures of some 200 representative property owners of this city, 1 fee! that I wonld be ungrateful, and unappre- ciative of the trust you have ex_ pressed in me, if I declined to con- tinue to serve yow. If 1 consulted my personal inclinations, | :ladly lay down the burden of a position which carries with it little save adverse criticism; but [ believe «very man owes it to the commun- ity in which he lives to do what- ever he can for its welfarc and up- building. T will, therefore, in com- pliance with your request, continue to perform the duties of ycur mayor to the best of my ability, working without fear or favor for the good of all the people of Lakeiand; and in this course I earnestly ask your ‘co-operation and that of every citi- wen, and trust that all will frown upon factionalism wherever it lifts its head and work all together for a united, prosperous and progressive city. With gratitude vo you and trust- ing the commissioners may have the co-operation of all the citizens, I am, Yours for a Greater Lakeland, 0. M. ©£ATON. noon, FEDERAL BANKS MAY AID IN HANDLING CROP (By Associated Press.) Washington, Oct. 22.—The fed- eral reserve hoard is preparing to- day to put the new banking system into operation on Nov. 16 or 20. Southern members favored an earlty date for the opening as theythought the federal banks might aid in han- dling the cotton crop. Iline is practically unchanged. peti- | would | gium canal generally against the Germans. At one point the Germans were driven back as far as Thorout. From Berlin comes the report that British warships are shelling Os- tend. PSS ] ITALIAN MARINES LANDED AT AVELONA (By Assoolated Press.) London, Oct. 22.—The Evening News Venice dispatch says Italian marines have been landed at Ave- lona. WAR REVENUE BILL AGREED TO (By Associated Press.) (Washington, Oct. 22.—The war revenue bill as framed by the joint conference committee was agreed to by the House today. SITUATION UNCHANGED (By Associated Press.) Paris, Oct. 22.—A French offi- cial statement this afternocon de- clares that the positions occupied by the allies in Belgium and Northern France have been maintained. The situation along the entire battle SOUTH LOSES IN FIGHT TO AID COTTON CROPS Washington, Oct. 22.—The com- promise cotton reliet plan, final hope of Southern representiatives in their fight for aid for the cotton raisers, wag defeated by a vote of 213 to 93. The proposal contem- plated the déposit of $250,000,000 of Government funds in Southern banks to be loaned to cotton and to- bacco producers. Cotton relief legislation met de- feat in the House while the war revenue conference was in progress, Lack of a quorum prevented action on the bill to permit National banks to issue circulating notes based on commercial paper up to 100 per cent of unimpaired capital and surplus and also on the measure to iicense cotton warehouses. Indi- cations tonight were that both of these measures would be ‘“‘pocketed” in the rush for adjournment tomor- row. Southern memberg of the IHouse fouzht strenuously but in vain for the Ml to authorize a deposit in National and State banks in cotton and tobacco States of $250,000,000 in government funds. Chairman (Glass of the banking and currency committee opposed the plan bitterly, declaring it was unsound and likely to contract the credit of the South. The cotton belt movements led by epresentatives Henry and Hardwick insisted the plan would result in larger deposits of government funds to avert financial distress in differ- ent sections of the country. NOTED MEN AT HOMECOMING Towa City, Ta., Oct. 22.—During the annual home coming week of the University of lowa, which com- mences today, the Upper lowa Edi- torial Association and the Associa- tion of Advertising Clubs of lowa will be entertained. William Wood- head, national president of the Ad- vertising clubs of the United States wil] speak. Senator Norris Brown of Nebraska will attend and Emer- “The Mississippi Bubble,” will pre- side as toastmaster at the banquet. ———— Teachers’ college, will also speak. son Hough, famous as the author of President H. H. Seerley of the State Voliva’s Followers In Zion City To Resist Vaccination Are Ordered To Use Firearms To Protect Themselves Against the Authorities Wha Are Trying To Stamp Out Epidem- ic of Small Pox (By Associated Press.) Chicago, Oct. 22.—Wilbur Glenn Voliva's followers in Zion City to- day were ordered to resist vaccina- tion by State health authorities even if fcreed to use firearms. Voliva declared the authorities would have to use the Stat: militia to vaecinate his followers. His instructions were issued after the State health inspec- tor had attempted vaccination to check smallpox spread in Zion City. WHISKY AND FOUL WORDS CAUSE A XILLING Raiford, Fla., Oct. 22 —One man dead and two In jail, is the result of the killing yesterday afternoon about fonr miles west of Raiford. Whalter Thomas, a one-armed man, who delivered a blow on the head of Robert J. Denmark, with a piece of bed slat at 6 o’clock in the even- ing, from which he died several hours later, is held in jail at Starke awaiting action of the grand jury. With him is Caney Rhoden, held as an accessory, but who claims to be entirely innocent of any connection with the killing. From the evidence it appears that Denmark was under the influence of whisky and went to the nome of Thomas and began using offensive language in the presence of his fam- ily while standing on the outside of the yard fence. Thomas became angered and picking up the slat struck Denmark a severe blow on the temple, crushing the skull and causing death a few hours later. Denmark was a young, industrious farmer and leaves a wife and five ohildren, the oldest not over 8 years, several brothers and sisters and nu- merous other relatives scattered throughout Bradford county. Wal- ter Thomas is & man of about 40 years of age, and comes from Baker county, where he ‘was born and reared. It 1is said by those who No. 285 Mrs. Carman To Tell Her Story On the Witness Stand HER COUNSEL WILL TRY TO PROVE THAT A MAN KILLED MRS. BAILEY Mrs. Carman Will Maintain That She Had Gone To Bed When She Heard The Shot Fired (By Associated Prees) Mineola, N. Y.., Oct. 22.—Geo. M. Levy, counsel for Mrs. Florence aCrman, on trial for the murder of Mrs. Louise Bailey, declared today when the trial wag resumed that the defense would prove that the crime was committed, not by Mrs. Car- 'man, but by a man whose motive was unknown. Mr. Levy said Mrs. ‘Carman will tel]l the court she heard the shot fired that killed Mrs. Bai- ley after she had gone to bed. This is the first definite declaration from the defense that she was to testify. City Commissioners Met In Regular Session Last Night Lakeland, Fla., Oct. 21, 1914, Regular session of the city com- missioners with all but Mr. Toph’ present. Minutes of Oct. 7, 8 and 9 were read and were respectively ap- proved. Petition of J. E. Swanson et al. for work on North Tennessee avenue was refered to the commissioner of public improvement with power to act. Petition of Logan & Townsend for building permit for addition to Adams building on lot A, block 10, of Munn's survey, was granted, sub- ject to the filing of plans and speci- ficationsg with the city clerk. City engineer called attention of know him that Denmark is the sec-|the commission to a jog in Gilmore ond man that he has killed, having [avenue. lost his left arm during the affray in Baker county, and served several years in the penitentiary for the deed. He has a wife and four chil- drep . Another American Steamer Seized; Protest Entered (By Associated Press.) Washington, Oect. 22.—Acting Secretary of State Lansing today said the United States had protested to Great Britain acainst the seiz- ure of the American steamer Brin- dilla, now at Halifax, Novia Scotia, as unjustifiable and demanded its immediate release. The stcamer John R. Rockefeller, secized by British cruisers off the British coast tunder similar circumstances, Wwas releaed today. | PRUSSIAN DIET REOPENS Amsterdam, Oct. 22.—By special decree issued at imperial headquar- ters the sessions of the Prussian Diet, which have been in adjourn- ment ince June 15, will reopen to- day. NEW FEATURES AT INSTITUTE Collinsville, Mo., Oct. ing will be considered this year. Several well known orators will ad- dress the visitors during the meet- the State fire marshal's office will talk ing. Representatives from on “Fire Prevention.” 22.—Two new features will ve added to the program at the Farmers’ institute, which opens its three days’' meeting here today. Questions of fire pre- vention on farms and truck garden- The resignation of Donald F. Mc- Leod ag city manager effective Nov. 15 wag on motlon accepted and jeave of absence granted from that date without pay. On recommendation of the com- missioner of finance, J. W. Canady was refunded $6 of fine. imposed by the municipal court on July 13, 1914, On motion the applications of W. P. Pillans, Chas. L. Marsh and A. S. Anderson for the office of city manager were filed for reference. On motion the commission ad- journed to meet in adjourned ses- sion at 8:30 a. m., Friday, Oct. 23, A. D. 1914, 0. M. EATON, Chalrman. Attest: H. L. SWATTS, City Clerk. Savannah Man Heads American Barr Association (By Associated Press.) Washington, Oct. 22.—Peter W. Meldrim, of Savannah, was today elected president of the American Bar Association to succeed William H. Taft. Mr. Meldrim was nomi- nated by the general council and his election was unanimous. HEARING ON NEUTRAL- ITY VIOLATION St. Lucia, Bahama Islands, Oct. 22.—The hearing of the officers and crew of the steamer of the New York and Porto Rice Steamship Co., which wag seized by the British au- thorities at this port will take place today. The ship, which is under American registration, is charged with carrying munitions of war to German vessels.