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ae A tha na a ™ ai, fa 3 eas 3 x > gate now charged “Phe Interstate Commerce Commis- ~ OV HSN @Montinved From First Page.) th addition to Its existing au- over railroads, street ratl- telephone and telerraph com- and steam companies. This Yasion will be composed of five with terms of fifteen years. ‘This means that the street car Hines up-State will be exactly in “the same position local con- ‘trol and contracts as those of Greater New York. / tt means also that the State Gomimission will have power over the New York Central and all “Hines inside the State. Steam and electric lines may “charge in the State, provided the con- ‘Rontion. “heernate Commerce “Cominiasion—that it has the right to fix New York, Central mtes—ia not States Supreme Phe franchise to the New York entra) allows only two cents a milp between Albary and Buffalo, put the 18 2.6 cents « mile, gion has declared the latter rate must stand. Only in the cases noted above is ‘the consent of the City of Now York pecessary for action by the proposed Rapid Transit Commission. In all @ther instances the commission as. umes the authority of the city in ‘transit matters. Power is given wo dt to unify the traction system. The gity may submit u plan of readjusi- ment, and if the commission does not Approve of it it will be returned for Modifications, and then the commis- ion will adopt whatever plan it may Wee fit. ‘The commission may foist upon the city the ownership of any rail- foads whose ownership may be deemed by the commission desir- ~ able to the city. The city has no power to pre- went the commission compelling it | te accept the railroads already in the sorap heap, The power of the commission is absolute. ‘With the exceptions noted the com- mission bas the suthority to make @omracts for the use of the streets street surface railroads and for figs ad omnibus routes, “Street” to “include streets, ave- waters, eldees, viaducts, park- So sileaiga shall presoribe the in which the valuation.of the willbe made, and thls val- ae shall be the basis for all al- to the railroad companics ‘the plan. lust how the Morgans and Vandor- and others are going (0 bo \u- | to’ Accept the Governor's plans over their railroad huid~ to city the bill B ange Meg @how. So it must be taken for a 4 that they will be well satisfied,- ise the plan could not be put Sa 6 plan provides amnesit of the following main pu ; 1. The, combination, rebabilitation, dmprovement dnd extension of exist- tug Tiilroads s0 that service thereon incraased and improved to fullest extent possible. 2. The receipt by, the city of suffi- elent returns from the operation of railroads so that the corporate Issued by the city for the con- of rapid transit railroads footing power of the ety un- power of the city un- the Constiration of the State. &. The juatment of isting rights igations of ti iroad #0 that the real valuos in railroads may ‘be protected and . securities stabilized, ‘The New York City provisions of ‘bill will make sections 105 to of a new Article of the Public Commission act. Section 105 pera er laste a e mation 0! -roads and planning “combina- rehabilitation, improvement or of lines,” as a plan of readjustment. It reads, ‘n part: SITY OWNERSHIP, BUT NOT OP- ERATION, IN PLAN, “Without limiting the authority and discretion of commission it = eosider the incorporation in plan of provisions whereby the ‘title to @ railroads as are not al- ready owned by the city, and whose @woership thereby is deemed by the to be desirable, may be in the city in return for a wt such rallronds by the city, the event of the incorporation such provision in the plan the Engagement Rings ° ‘Tt will have the power to fix the} trivunal the fa mow being fought by At- Genoral Chariea D. Newton | This Drontiral cot VETO ON FARE BOOST commission shall outline arrange- ment whereby outstanding securities of the railroad companies may be ex- changed for new securities and the valuation of the railroads, determined ae hereinafter provided, amortined, and may provide that the paymont of Interest and dividends may be ferred for a period to be fixed by the commission, and not to exceed two years from the delivery of such lease, in order to provide funds for the prompt” reorganization and reha- Dilitation of the railroads, In connection with the preparation of such plan the commission shall cause 4 valuation to be made of the physical property used in the public service of the railroads it proposes to include therein, Such valuation shall be in such detail and shall include | sch elements of cost or values, and! shall be made tn such manner as the cominiasion may prescribe, such val- uation as finally determined by the commission shall be the basis for all jallowances to the railroad companies under the plan. Section 107 provides the way for forcing any “plan of adjustmont” | agreed upon by the commission upon the city without the cosent of local officials, Tt save: “In connection with the preperation of the plan of readjustment the com- mission shall investigate and give consideration to the possibility of In- cluding In the plan provision for railroads operating between a point or points within the city, and @ point or polnts without the city, and for connecting railroads whore lines stop at Or near the city lines.” Public hearing is apparently the onty concession to home rulc. Tt Is provided that before any new con- ‘racts are finally adopted a public hearing shall be held and copies of the proposed contracts served upon Jocal authorities and upon cach local line involved, with a request for thelr “views” thereon. The section con- tinues: POWER TO FORCE “PLAN” UPON THE CITY. “The commission may require such local authority and Fuch railroad com pany to transmit suoh views within @ period of time to be prescribed by the commission. Thereafter the com- mission may make such changes in or m cations of such plan as the Sommission in ite discretion may deem to be advisable. The commia- sion shall formally adopt the pian and call upon each of the railroad companies which own or operate any of the lines included therein to THE EVENING WORLD, TUBSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1921.” inform it within @ period of time to be fixed by the commission whether it elects to accept such plan and be included in the arrangements to be made thereunder, “If such local authority shall refuse to approve such contract or contracts Mt shail within thirty. dayy from the date of the first meeting of the local authority following thelr receipt re- turn them to the commiamon with a statement of the reasons of sucl. local authority for such cefuml. The com- mission shall thereupon consider such reasons and, if #0 requested by the lo- co) authority, ehall bold a furvhersuch poole hearing upon such contract or «(tacts and such feagons fo: refusal, The commission shall make such changes in such contract or contracts as it may deem advisabic and shail then resubmit them to such local au- thority for approval. if within thirty days after the date of the first meeting such local au- thority following the receipt of such contract or contracts so resubmitted the local authority shall refuse or neglect to approve the same, or if upon the original submission of such contract or contracts to the loca thority it shall not approve the a and neglect to return them to the commiswion +4 above provided, the commission ay in the name and in behalf of the vity execute leliver such contract or contrac th full force and effect as alt ap. | by the local authority and by, al officer had been given.” n 108 defines “additional pow ers” of the commission over past an future contracts, and contains this provision taking al! power from the local authorities “Any contract made by tle com- mission and any modification o contract shall be in the form shall contain the id terms and condl- tions required in the case wr rapid transit railroads by the Rapid Tran- wit Act! The approval as to form of or the modification of any contract by the Corporation Sounsel or er chief teal adviser of such city shall not be required in tho case of contracts or modifications of contracts entered into under the provisions of this article. “In the event that the locat author- ity upon the fing! submission of oon- tracts for approval as provided in section 107 of this article neglects or refuses to approve the sine the. vom- mission, for the purpose of being em- powered fully and lawfully w execute and deliver such contracts, 1s made the successor of the local authority in respect of any power or right of approval under any law or contract including any power or right of up- proval to modification of any von- tract; except as expressly provided in aection 109 of this article.” Sections 109 and 110 speqify the eases in which the city’s cohsent is necessary, as already told, and tax examption in cases of reorganization, any contrac mortgages, &c., made necesmry in carrying out plins of the commission “HIGH HEEL” BILL LAUGHED OUT AT BOSTON HEARING Ridicule Kil). Effort Make » Illegal Manufacture of Fancy Shoes, BOSTON, Feb. 15—Women's high-heeled shoes are safe in this Btate, fora time at least, but It took a wild legislative hearing to bring that situation about. The tness who stirred the great: nmotioh came, he de- clared, (he representative of the great American public. Ife was Joseph Smith of Brockton, centre ot shoes for men, Among other things, he said: “To Utah you can have all the wives und ‘dope’ you want, but smdke cigoretton at your Every State bab a sneak. and-amell society, which is de- signed to measure our morale snd omi@ter our breaths "The dew that bigh heels (n jure the feet and health in based spparently upon the same brand f medical misinformation that gines pianos are tuned by pol- ng the legs and thirst is cured abolishing drink.” After the testimony the com- mittee ceported “leave to with. draw” the meusure, to the vba- grin of its ‘proponents, you peril LABOR EXTREMISTS LOSE IN PARIS Their Candidatés Defeated at Gen- eral Confederation in French Capital. PARIS, Feb, 16.—Extremist olement of the General Confederation of Labor met defeat at the meeting held yesterday, at whieh they nominated a ticket for ad- ministrators, Their candidates ware de- feated by a vote of 243 to 224, News papers give great prominence to the election, and declare the defeat of the Patremiste t# proof that the wave of agitation tm evidence recently has bedn but superficial, They assert the great majority of workers are opposed to the! doctrines of Moscow. At the Miners’ Congress “ very animated discuxsion wa . terday on the question of Syndu orientation, but those who oppose step were victorious, S71 to 1 the matter was put to —— Drawbridge Pavored. juat off the land from New Rochelle, is to become an ex- elusive residential section, if plans of « kroup of capitalists are carried « The Project calls for a $1,090,000 hotel tn addition to fine pri The Westchester County B visors to-day ing a draw Suner, doptes @ résoivtion tavor- tage to the giana. The “PERFECT GIRL” BECOMES A BRIDE Jersey Man Wins Miss Buell, Who Was Adjudged Best Ameri- can Type. NOW HAVEN, Conn. Feb. 15-—Miss Retsy Buell, adjudged by the Smithson- Jan Institution in 1918 to be the most per- fect American girl, was married In Hart- ford yesterday to Frank R. Valentine of Sergey City. ‘The bride ts the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Buell of Clinton, Conn, The’ distinction given Miss Buell was Based upon ancestry and mental and physical qualifications. Her ancestora were among the earllest settlers of New Fngland. Mr. Valentine Is an electrical engincer, —— PERUVIAN NAVY HEAD RESIGNS. LIMA, Peru, Fob. 15—Rear Admiral Jan Entaneda has resigned as Minie- ter of the Navy. His resignation was the result of @ Vote of censure adopted by the Senate yerterday, | RC What Are Your Eyes Worth? Your cyes are yoyr most precious possession—don’t neglect them. Ehrlich glasses cost little and help so much, Reliable Eyesight Examination by Registered Eye Specialists. blished 59 Years. New York: 184 B'way, at John St. . 223 Sixth Av., 15th St. 350 Sixth Av., 22d St.| 101 Nassau, at Ann St. 17 West 42d Street. Brooklyn:498 Fulton St., cor. Bond St, & liman.& Co. MADISON AVENUE ~'FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK Thirty-fourth Street Thirty-fiith Street Sale Offerings for Wednesday ‘Women’s Sacqtes at reduced prices, effective to-morrow Blanket Cloth Sacques with satin trimming at $3.65 Japanese Quilted Satin Sacques ‘plain or hand-embroidered . . (War Revenue There are a number + at $7.90 tax additional) of Women’s Higher- priced Silk Sacques, Pajamas, Princess Slips and Nightrobes, as well as Outing Flannel Nightrobes, Pajamas and Sleepers, at cor- respondingly low prices. (Second Floor) Week-end 2inches . . . Women’s Ha Boxes, and a pocket; 20x20x12 inches . Circular Hat Boxes, w First sizes a pocket; size 18x12 inches . . « Cases and Hat Boxes (all of black enameled duck. and. lined with cretonne) at prices representing unusual values Weekeend Cases, with tray; sizes 24, 26 and $5.75 with two hat forms 18x18x12 inches and $6.00 ith two hat forms and £6.75 . . . . Floor) A New: Purchase of Women’s Silk Petticoats at prices that, quality considered, are : attractively low. : Petticoats of all-silk taffeta or messaline, in black or changeable colors - . . $5.50 Extraesize Petticoats of all-silk taffeta, in black or changeable colors 1. «. . $7.25 (Second Floor) The Women’s Shoé Department , introduces Two-strap Dress Pumps (Balta make) of buckskin in brown or black; and in smart combinations of brown or black kidskin with tan buckskin and patent leather with tan buckskin; in regular stock at $12.00 per pair (War Revenue tax additional) These pumps sustain the ‘Balta’’ reputa- tion for style and quality. The leathers of which they are rhade have been selected with care, while the workmanship leaves nothing to be desired. (Second Floor, Madison Avenue section) bridge iv to be built by private capital. | | ‘The Victrola Ractories ere: Still Working Overtime What a commentary on the overwhelming public + demand for this greatest of musical instruments! People want the best, and nothing but the best—for they have.found that the best is the least expensive. Get the BEST Talking-Machine in the World Get a GENUINE Victrola Direct from LANDAYS SPECIAL! Genuine Victrola X]— $150 Your Choice of Records 427 Fifth Ave. At 38th Street In Newark: 775 Broad St OPEN EVENINGS AT 42nd ST The public is invited to a free exhibit of nineteen 4 art studves in oi} of Galli-Curci. - $ 310 TOTAL $160 By Special Arrangement this offer can algo De had ar 23. W. 42 St. Be Sth & &th Aves Boulevard BRONAT Sethe YONKERS --Sonnenbderge 11 North Broadway. At our 42d St, Store. JUDGE GARY SAYS i pary— “The Nation’s progress in 1921 will be in the hands of Presiden! Harding and th: Republicau Party. The Adininistration will have the cordial support of the financial, commercial and industrial in- terests, and if it measures up to its opportunities ‘and responsi- bilities—and 1 think it will—we shall experiénce in the tuture more rapid progress and larger prosperity than ever betore. ¢ While I recognize, and for many months have comprebended, dangers in the general situation, J am more optimistic in regard to the future of this country than I have been at any time during the last six years. possible dangers and wiil, each for himself or herself, do every- thing possible and, practic: soon return to a basis of factory. tapping Optimism —ow has its place in the Sun! Although this is a time for-courage, composure, and caution, the business skies are practically without cluuds. As always, there may be showers from time to time, but there is nothing in the atmosphere to indicate the approach of dangerous storms. is up to the business men and women to maintain certain and continuous business activity in satisfactory volume, with fair and reasonable profits.” You can “cash in” on OPTIMISM in the great market we tap for you! For Advertising Rates, Booklet of “Market Facts,"’ etc., address Broadway Subway & Home Boroughs Car Ady. Co., Inc. Tel. 7291 Cort. Controlling the Advertisis the (In Leslie’s Weekly of January 1, 1921): If people generally will recognize the ble to improve conditions, we shall ving which should be entirely satis- it 67 Liberty St., N. Y. on the entire Brooklyn Rapid Transit System, Greatest lome Consuming. Market of the Greater City. 50c on Stands Sporting Records Wor