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2 THURSDAY FOR RATES I IFKroop Man Missing In Mysterious Explosion Fire THE SCRANTON REPUBLICAN, FRIDAY, JUNE IS, fix NEI flEET KG ATTORNEYSFOR BOTH SIDES TO HOLD MEETING AT HARRISBURG I IMPORTANT STEPS IN HERBERT HOOVER'S LIFE TOLD IN PICTURES I 1 1 i 'C. BLACKSMITH SON. TO OREGON BY AN UNCLE. COLLEGE WORKED HIS WAY. BOXtR OUTBREAK IN CHINA MINING ENGINEER.

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T. Howley. 231 Wyoming Ave. riumoing, aeaung, eneei Meiu von tractors. Adv It THROOP FACTION BATTLE REM BY TAX CUT FEE give father a tie fathers day, June 17 LEO REMMETT STILL MISSING AT EARLY HOUR ELECTION OF OFFICERS END CONVENTIONS George I.

Rudolph, Pittsburgh, New State Com mander of G. A. R. Charles H. Young, Beth lehem, Named Commander of Sons of Union Apartment Destroyed by Flames Following Explosion That Blew Out Entire Front of Building Occupants Away at Time of Fire.

One of the two men believed to have been killed when an explosion followed by fire destroyed a four family apartment house and damaged another dwelling in Throop last night was accounted for early this morning. Search for the other has proved futile. Veterans Charles Leber Honored. As exclusively predicted by The nesday, George I. Rudolph, of Pittsburgh, was elected state commander of the The man still unaccounted for is Leo Remmett, 58, a boarder at the home of Anthony Mazarri, owner of the place which was destroyed and which was situated at 170 Phllopovitz street.

Mazarri, who was believed to have been In the ruins, showed up early today with the explanation that he had been In Scranton. OXll ''J 4 4 AS 'Jul 'tit, n' J1U re a girls juniors Silk dresses Jo Discuss Suspension of Increase' Until P. S. C. Rules ROBERTS RESIGNS Solicitor Little Endeavoring I to Engage Another Noted Lawyer Public service commission officials have fixed Thursday of next week as the date for the conference, at Harrisburg, of counsel for the Scranton Spring Brook Water Service company and lawyers representing the various opposing municipalities, who will discuss the possiblity of an agreement covering the suspension of the proposed increased rates until after the commission has ruled on the case.

No definite announcement of the date has as yet been made, but Information which reached this city yesterday indicated that the meeting will be held on Thursday, If convenient to all Interested parties. W. D. B. Ainey, chairman of the commission, who is In attendance at the Republican national convention, is expected back from Kansas City by that time.

If this date is definitely agreed upon, the conference will be held nine days before the new rate schedule is listed for operation. Officials of the water company profess ignorance of the purpose of the session, but counsel for the complainantt municipalities believe that a proposal that the rates be held up pending a hearing by the commlsison will come up for consideration. With Owen J. Roberts, noted Phil adelphia attorney, who has been tentatively retained by City Solicitor C. B.

Little as chief counsel fo rthe complainants, unable to serve the city, Mr. Little yesterday opened Negotiations with James M. Beck, former so lcitor genera of the United States, to act 10 rtne communities, engagea in the fight against the water company. Mr. Roberts yesterday notified Solic Itor Little that when he tentatively agreed last week to represent the city, he was ignorant of the fact that his New York associate, Cyrus A.

Brown bacK, naa represented ine reuerai Water Service corporation in the transaction leadin gto the purchase of the two local systems. Mr. Roberts explained that because of this clr rumstance. his retention by the 0D' posing municipalities "might subject himself and his associates to adverse criticism W. Clarke Mason, of Philadelphia, another prominent attorney, was also interviewed yesterday by Solicitor Little, but he is affiliated with public municipalities.

Mr. Little expects a renlv from Mr. Beck today. Indications last nierht were that the executive committees representing Lackawanna and Luzerne counties in the rate fight may band together in the near future. Solicitor Little attended a meeting of the executive committee of Luzerne at Wilkes Barre yesterday, and addressed the gam eriwr.

He pointed out the fact that while there may be a difference in conditions in the two counties with Scran t.nn on a meter charse basis and Luzerne on a flat charge schedule this is incldential, and tne wnoie question is one of valuation of a single system. He urged that all of the opposing communities work together, with a chief counsel, a chief engineer and a chief accountant to be employed by them. He suggested one attorney from each county as as sistant counsel. tlDon his return from the Wilkes Barre meeting, Mr. Little expressed confidence that within the next few days, the Luzerne county group will vote to loin with the local commit' tee in attemptnlg to block the water company plans.

If this works out. It Is possible that the chief counsel, with power to. speak for all of the com Diainant municipalities, wiu sit in at the public service commission con ference next month. Attorney John R. Geyer, of Harris bunt, tentatively retained as assist ant counsel for the city of Scranton In the rate who was engaged some time ago by C.

N. Loveland, wealthy Wilkes Barre citizen, who is fighting the increase, will visit Wilkes Barre tonight to confer with the Chamber of Commerce committee. Solicitor Little a few days ago wrote to Mr. Geyer, recommending that he use his Influence to have the Luzerne county group combine with the local committee so that a united front may be presented when the case goes before the commission. The Harrisburg lawyer, regarded as one of the foremost public service commission attorneys In the state.

Is expected to talk along this line at his meeting with the Wilkes Barre organization tonight. The Wilkes Barre committee Is to meet again Monday at noon, when final action on the consolidation of the committees will probably be taken. The committee members are anxious to await the results of the conference Of Luzerne solicitors to be held In the courthouse tonight. Attorney P. V.

Mattes, one of counsel for the Scranton lodge of Elks In the injunction action instituted in federal court in an effort to restrain the company from making its new rates operative on July 1, said yesterday that he will endeavor to confer today with Judge. Albert W. Johnson, with a view to having the hearing advanced. Under the regular procedure, the rule would be returnable twenty days after the filing of the bill, but since this date would be July 2, the Elks' lawyer hopes to have the hearing held earlier. Lawnmower sharpening and repairing.

Work called for and delivered. Fey Sons, 121 N. Hyde Park Ave. Phone 7 3483. Ad McNulty Asks Court to Declare Borough Ordinance Invalid SLASHES COMMISSIONS Contends That Reduction Legislation Was Illegally Carried Throop's bitter political war broke anew yesterday when Tax Collector James J.

McNulty petitioned court to declare invalid an ordinance passed by the borough council on March 24, which reduces the commission of the collector from five to two per cent. Along with declaring that the ordinance Is illegal, Mr. McNulty, through his council James J. Powell and James P. Wilson, declares that the sole purpose in passing the ordinance was to "vent the spleen of the majority members of council," on him.

On March 12 of this year the fupreme court sustained the local courts in the Throop contest arising from the 1925 election and held that Mr. McNulty and not Mrs. Emma Bright was the lawfully elected collector and Peter Skloch the legally elected burgess over Fred Fabrettl. On March 22, the bill sets forth, the ordinance cutting the collector's commission was introduced and passed by council which is under control of the Fabrettl faction. Two days later It was passed finally and signed, by Mr.

Fabrettl as burgess. Illegal Says McNulty Mr. McNulty charged that the action was illegal because, "The said ordinance was approved by Fred C. Fabrettl as burgess on the 24th day of March, 1928, when in truth and in fact he was ousted from the office of burgess on the 12th day of March, 1928." it is further charged that the ordin ance of January 4, 1926, fixing the commission at 5 per cent was intended for the full term of four years. It Is also contended that the budget for the year Is the largest In the history of the borough and that the only place where an attempt was made to economize was in the matter of the collector's commission.

It ft; further set forth: "That the said action of the majority members of the council of the borough of Throop fixing the commission of the tax collector at two per cent was arbitrary and was In defiance of public interests and without restraint and was not for the promotion of the public welfare, but for the gratification of per sonal and private malice. Commission Cut Personal "That the entire purpose of attempting to reduce the commission as aforesaid from five to two per cent, was directed In a personal manner against your orator and for no other desire than to vent the spleen of the majority members of the council of tn eborougn oi Tnroop and to make the office of tax collector such that It would be impossible for him to collect the taxes for the commission set forth in said ordinance." Judge George W. Maxey granted a rule returnable June 20 to show cause why an olnlunction should not be Issued restraining council from putting tne orcunance into eiiect. Members of council named as de fendants are: Andrew Milkls, George Marushok, Hulls Tasselmeyer, Alfred Lear, Oliver Simpson, Anthony Nagan. William Martaugh, James Fitzgerald and Thomas Kamlnsky, NO SUCCESSOR TO DR.

SCHULTZ CHOSEN No successor to Dr. Robert Schultz as chief resident physician at the State hospital has been chosen, William Hently, superintendent of the Institution, said last night. scnuitz recently tenaerea nis resignation to become director of the department of public health in this city. He win leave tne hospital on July l. Packs of wild dogs are reported to be killing live stock around San An 1 gelo, Tex.

1 B'95 Republican yesterday morning and Wed Charles H. Young, of Bethlehem, i of Union Veterans, departments of meetlns of the two organizations here John B. Patrick, of Belle vue, with during the past year by D. D. Hammel HONORED CHARLES LEBER JESSUP WOMAN BADLY INJURED IN AUTO MISHAP Mrs.

Philomena Vergari, 67, Struck By Delivery Truck Victim Said to Have Walked Directly in the Path of Machine A 67 year old woman was seriously hurt yesterday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock when she was struck by a truck In Jessup. Mrs. Philomena Vergari, of 104 Bren nan street, Jessup, the victom, was removed to the Mid Valley hospital. She Is suffering from a poslble skull fracture and injuries of the face and body. The accident occurred at Church street and Third avenue and the truck was owned by the B.

C. Prey Mer chandls company of this city. The truck was traveling west on Church street, when Mrs. Vergari walked from in the rear of a parked machine at the intersection and stepped into the path of the. machine, according to authorities.

Dr. J. W. Lyons was summoned and he ordered the woman removed to the hospital. The driver of the truck surrendered to Burgess Michael Lawler.

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Grand Army of the Republic, while chosen new commander of the Sons Pennsylvania, at the closing business yesterday. Mr. Rudolph succeeds Mr. Young assuming the duties filled baugh, of Harrisburg. Pinal sessions of the Woman's Re lief Corps, Ladles of the G.

A. Ladies' Auxiliary, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, were also held yesterday, bringing to a successful close one of tho greatest patriotic encampments ever held in this city. It is estimated that more than 3,500 delegates, out of town members and visitors were here for the gathering. The new Grand Army commander Is 78 years of age, and has been a leading figure In G. A.

R. affairs for several years. Other department of fir cers of the veterans are: Senior vice commander, John R. Steele, Franklin. junior vice commander, Charles Meconnahey, Philadelphia; medical director, Dr.

J. E. Sillman, Erie; chaplain, H. Greensburg; council of administration, Richard J. Baxter, Philadelphia; w.

r. Ham bright, Lancaster; H. C. Deetz, Philadelphia; Charles C. Taylor and Benjamin L.

Myers, both of Philadelphia. H. E. Paine, of this city, was named patriotic instructor, and Samuel P. Town, of Philadelphia, as assistant adjutant general, by Commander Rudolph.

The officials were installed by Commander inChlef Eldrldge L. Hawk. At the election of Sons of Union Veterans, Charles Leber, of this city, was honored by being elected the senior vice commander. The remainder of the election follows: Junior vice commander, George W. Wright, Philadelphia; division council, G.

Thomas Lelsenring, of Allentown; W. B. Pickes, Altoona, and Frank M. Hill, of Newcastle. Installation was directed by John E.

Sauter. of Wilkinsburg, past commander in chief. In recognition of his efforts during the past term, Mr. Hemmerbaugh was presented with a past commander's badge and a one dollar gold piece, the official presentations of the department. The gifts were given to the retiring commander by Hon.

Samuel S. Horn, mayor of Easton. Flag Day was observed by the dcle Sates, the principal address being de vered by Mr. Sauter. A delegation, headed by W.

C. Mable, commander in chief; paid fraternal greetings to the Grand Army men and in turn brought back the greetings of that organization. Delegates from the Woman's Relief Corps and the Ladies of the G. A. R.

also visited the delegates before their concluding session was brought to an end. PROTEST SPORTS ON MEMORIAL DAY Sons of Veterans Against Commercialized Events In line with a protest made several years ago by D. S. Beemer, commander of the local Grand post, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, was their auxiliary, drewun and adonted resnin tlcns at their closing meetings yesterday luvuauug against commercialized sports, amusements and parades being held on Memorial Day, Both organizations voted to back the Horn bill and have It re introduced an passed at the next session of the State Legislature. The measure would provide that "whoever, before 1 p.

m. on Memorial Day, take part in our conducts any thletic competition, race, game or sport in which contestants receive or have been promised any pecuniary reward, directly or or tawhlch any admission Is charged, shall upon conviction in a summary proceedings before magistrate, alderman or justice of the peace, be sentenced to pay a fine not exceeding $300 and and In default of payment, shall be Imprisoned for a period not exceeding 90 day." In 1927. the bill was defeated In the legislature by a majority of only two votes. Several years ago, Commander Beemer made a vigorous protest with city officials, against the showing here of a circus on Memorial Day, declaring that the day has been set aside for the veterans, as such should not be used for a commercialized benefit. Despite his protest, however, the traveling attratclon was allowed to perform here.

CAPPELLMTO REFUTE CHARGE OF INSURGENTS District Head to Reply to Allegations Made by "Anus" REVIEW LEWIS' LETTER Says It Deals With Every Phase of Mine Workers Controversy Rinaldo Cappelllni, president of District 1, United Mine Workers, yesterday declared that he would soon release a statement as a rebuttal to charges made by the "rump" convention elected officers. The letter of John L. Lewis, International president, covered the controversy In detail, the district chief said, for it clearly defined the reasons for Ignoring the call for the special convention and In addition interpreted the constitution as it Is intended to be applied In preferring any charges against district elective officers. Cappelllni stated, that he and members of the district executive board were very highly pleased with the manner In which Lewis thoroughly reviewed the situation and his explanation of district and International constitutional clauses dealing with every phase of the recent dispute. McGarry To Carry On Frank McGarry, president of the insurgent slate Is continuing his fight to carry out the wishes of the rump convention of vacating the offices of Cappelllni and other Incumbents, and seating the officers chosen by the recent convention.

At Plttston, on Saturday, the rump convention will reconvene to outline a course of action to seat the anti administration officers. The Lewis' let ter will be discussed from the floor in an effort to devise a means of forming a base for legally refuting his edict. An eauitv action to be founded on a constitutional clause will be petitioned for with delegates from tne represented locals at the recent convention acting as petitioners. The petition will set forth that McGarry and his staff were legally elected in accord with a stiplation in the district by laws which provides that a majority representation of locals constitutes a quorum for the transaction of legitimate business. FRIDAY AT "THE GRILL," 221 N.

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TOMORROW lng each boy's coefficient it was impossible to set an exact hour The winner in the senior and Junior will be declared Junior Olympic champions of Scranton and besides making the trip to Atlantic City to compete in the national finals will be awarded a gold medal. Silver and bronze medals will go to the second and third place winners In each group. Fireworks Seek Glen Tonlte. Adv. He was believed to have been In the house at the time of the fire gave no explanation other than he had been' in this city.

Asked whether or not the boarder was in the place, he expressed the belief that he was, say ing "that he never went out." Other occupants of the home, Including the owner's wife and his four child ren, and his two sons and their families, were attending graduating exercises when the fire occurred, or the death toll would have been large. The place was so quickly destroyed that they would not have had a chance to escape. At first it was believed that several persons were in the building but a checkup accounted for all except the owner and the boarder. It was Impossible to search the ruins of the house up unitl an early hour this morning to determine whether or not the body of Remmett Is in the ruins. Chief of Police Fred Reese and patrolmen of the borough, in addition to a corps of firemen, were on the scene early today.

Streams of water were still being played on the burning embers at this time. A general alarm was sounded for the blaze and all Mid Valley nre companies responded. The other home damaged is more than thirty five feet away from the plaec destroyed. It is occupied by John Runco and his family. The fact that there is a space between the two places accounts for its not being ruined.

Neighbors state that the blast tore out the entire front of the building. Others report having heard a second blast five minutes after the first and some say there were three explosions. Authorities would not state what caused the blast. Three of the four apartments in the Mazarri home were occupied. The owner made his home in one.

A son, Louis and his wife and two children, and another son of the owner, Frank and his wife and two children, occupied the other two appartments. One apartment was vacant. Only a few seconds after the explosion which the nighbors said was terrific, the place was a mass or I lames. It was a spectacular blaze and was visible for a great distance, drawing a large crowd to scene, HAVE NARROW ESCAPE AS AUTO RAMS INTO POLE Two men narrowly escaped death at 3:30 o'clock yesterday morning when a sedan in which they were rid ing crashed into a telegraph pole on the Clark's Summit hill and left the machine overturned in a tangled mass as wreckage on the road. The machine wr.s moving up the hill and in some unaccountable manner lumped across to the left side of the highway, crashed into the pole, unset, throwing the car lengthwise across the road.

The front axle and engine were stove all of the windows shattered and the engine wrecked into a mass of Junk. Traffic was obstructed and the two men, whose names were not learned, crawled from the wreckage. They found that the lights were also cut off. A lantern was secured and an automobile driven by oJseph Rush, of the Penn Drive Ur Self, stopped. Rush in turn stopped several other machines and in a short time about twenty persona collected.

The car was then slewed around, dropped to the roadside and traffic resumed. Among the persons who helped clear the road were: Herman Smith, Stanley Cadderi, Joe Rush, Dick Rose and Bacon McNulty. Corporal Don Leahy investigated and ordered the car towed to a Chinchilla garage. GLASS FOR AUTOS The Best at the Best. W.

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dresses in washable silk crepe and printed chiffon sizes 7 to 1 6 and .13 to 17... just $14.95 1 BOYS TO COMPETE IN JUNIOR OLYMPIC GAMES white shoes for graduates and summer wear territory and persons witnessing the games are in ior a ireal as jar as keen competition Is concerned. F. Burton Derby, director of physical education In the Scranton Public schools, will be In charge of the games. Equipment for the bar chinning and basketball toss events was Installed yesterday while the pits for the broad Jump will be laid out today.

The exact time of starting the games will not be known until late this afternoon. Owing to the large number of contestants and determln Last minute entries for the Junior Olympic Oames to be staged at Brooks' Athletic Field tomorrow poured Into The Republican office last night giving assurance that more than 500 boys, under sixteen years of age, will compete for the right to represent Scranton in the natlpnal finals at Atlantic City. The entrty list for the games represents the pick of all around athletes In Scranton and vicinity. Trials were held at many of the various athletic centers In the city and surrounding.