The Herald-Palladium from Benton Harbor, Michigan • 1

THE WEATHER Rain tonight. Clear Friday. A A At. The Only Berrien Paper With Full Leased Wire Report of The Associated Press CONSOLIDATED FEB. 29, 1904 BENTON HARBOR, THURSDAY, NOV.

12, 1925 16 PAGES PRICE THREE CENTS A UJ TOM 111 ll ll ll iNNSY FLYER At Mitchell' In Lansdowne TriaB Mrs JilUJflSTOiiS IEABHCKH1 II I II I I I OH; RED Exhume Remains Of Lawyer-Spiritualist IS TELESCOPEIT INNEWJERSEY Washington-New York Express Struck By Late St Louis Train PULLMANS SHATTERED Wreckage Cut Away With Gas, Torches to Free Dead and Injured; Hospital Sister Heroine -(By Associated Press) PLAINSBORO, N. Nov. U. Thirteen persons were killed early today when a St Louis express train on the. Pennsylvantt railroad train on the Pennsylvania railroad another Pennsylvania train from Washington, also bound tor New York.

i dead are: A. Horttman, general manager's office, General Eleetrlo Schenectady, N. Y. E. W.

Bates, Baltimore, Md. J. A. Porter, Philadelphia. Eleven bodies have) been recovered from the wreckage of the two rear cers ot the Washington train.

Two more bodies are still In the wTtck age. The bodies of the dead vera by traIa t0 Ne Brunrtrtck ult Trenton. Open Hospitals Scores "of persons were Injured. The most 'seriously hurt were taken to hospitals at New Brunswick, Trenton and Newark. The uninjured were sent on trains to New York, Rescue squads worked ln feverish baste for hours to extricate one bad? ly Injured man, Arthur Gross, Schenectady, N.

T. His condition Is crlt- icaL Father Landers, a priest from Princeton, made his way through the wreckage to administer spiritual ed hls side an dgave him stimulants. 9ft MlmrfM I Wat i fill II lie iMM'. il Relative's Order Post Mortem Over Eccentric (By Associated Press) DODGEVILLE, Nov. 13.

After lying in a grave here since June, the body of Archibald McAr-thur, spiritualist and wealthy attorney, has been exhumed for an examination of the vital organs, at the request of Luther McArthur, nephew who with other relatives received but $5 of the $350,000 estate. Died In Florida Upon his death last June at Jacksonville, McArthur left the bulk of hsi estate to George A. Rafferty, Jacksonville, for "his kind treatment" during McArthur's declining years. The nephew has started a contest of the will at Jacksonville, petitionnig for revocation of the probate of the Instrument Dr. C.

H. Bunting, state pathologist, is making an examination of the vital organs at the University ot Wisconsin laboratory at McArthur, who was 85 years old, came to Dodge ville following his graduation from Lawrence college, Appleton, Wis. He began the practice of law and later also published a weekly newspaper. He was once known as one ot the best dressed men In southern Wisconsin, always wearing a silk hat but as years habits. Shortly before he left Dodge- ville he became unkempt, permitted nis Deara to grow ana paia aauy vis- Its to a graveyard at dusk to "conv jmune with spirits." I He an old automobile two years ago and went to Florida, He Never Married i McArthur never married.

He has la brother in California and a sister jin England. In the will he explained the S5 be-' quests thus: "There is no reason they should i have any of mine as they have plen- ty and took no care of STAID BOSTON PARADEFLOP Legion Brands Armistice Day Event An Insult; Who Is to Blame? BOSTON, Nov. 12. The storml which broke over the Armistice day peace parade continued to rage today over charges of Masons that Hammond T. Fletcher, chief marshal, was a "common fake and lm-poster." Fletcher represented himself as a past grand master of the Knights Templar.

Clarence M. Dunbar, commander ot the Knights Templar, has been umnoned from Providence to investigate Fletcher's status. As the chief marshal was about to take his place at, the head of the pa rade, W. L. Ternune, head of the Square and Compass club, the Ma-1 sonic club of Boston, challenged bis right to Masonry.

Fletcher avoided the- challenge by directing the parade to start. In a statement today Mr. Terhune said: "Whan Inn -n a4 iYtat Mpfaln 1 1 UU A UCU WB, DVT- wnlcn were unpatri0tic In the wero golng t0 march ln the Armistice day parade. I declined to haTe my organization parUcipate." The parade resulted in disturbances on Boston Common- where 500 members of the American Legion and other veterans' organizations attempted to disrupt a meeting which followed the Surrounded by police, the veterans charged up a nearby slope to a German howitzer, captured by the Yankee division in the Argonne, where they met and adopted resolutions brand- jing the parade as an unforgettable in charge of it insult" and those "peace-at-any-prlce as the executive committee tor the conference, will appoint their own committees later. Approximately 1.000 delegates from the western Michigan district are expected to attend.

Meetings will be held both in Benton Harbor and St Joseph. J. C. Thomson of Copenhagen, Denmark, one of the vice presidents (Continued on page 8) Harbor and St Joseph. In trade for the new charter the company is offering the same rates which it has put in effect here.

No date has been set by the Ban-ror council for 'submission of the franchise to the voters. It is understood, however, that an election will be held ln December. While both the Benton Harbor commission and the St Joe city council have approved the company's new franchise no date' has been jet locally for an election. But it is likely that the election will come some time next month. That's no handicap to Petor Skiff, of Meriden, Couu.

On his hundredth birthday. Pop Peter stepped out and danced the Charleston with one of the fair flappers in his home town. And he' sure shakes a wicked hoof! 0.7 TO CALLS LETTER FROMCAPTAIN Widow Of Shenandoah Commander On Stand In Courbnartial Case ACCUSES CAPT. FOLEY Reveals Alleged Attempt to Hush Up Facts About 1 Dirigible Wrecked in Ohio Wind Storm (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, Nov. 12.

Called to substantiate Colonel Mitchell's charge that improper attempt bad been made to influence her testimony before the Shenandoah board of inquiry, Mrs. Zachary Lansdowne, widow of the dirigible's commander, testified in the Mitchell courtmar-tlal today that Captain. Paul Foley of the Naval board, had sent her a letter1 which was "an insult" to the memory of her husband. Mrs. Lansdowne testified that the letter "from Captain was given her by Mrs.

George W. Steele, wife of Captain Steele of the Navy, who is commander of the Lakehurst air station and of the dirigible Lot Angeles. Destroyed Letter The witness said she could not produce the letter because she had destroyed it after it had been delivered to her by the wife, of a prominent Naval officer. Over objections by the prosecution Mrs. Lansdowne testified that In the communication Foley, who was judge advocate of the board of inquiry, she said, had every confidence in the board and was willing to leave the investigation to it as a competent authority.

This statement of her attitude Mrs. Lansdowne described as "false." Defense counsel then read extracts from Lansdowne's testimony before the board but th pros- cution objected and was supported 'x by the court The defense then introduced copies of the letters exchanged between Captain Lansdowne and the Navy department relating to plans for the Shenandoah's last night. "Did Captain Foley come to see you before you testified ljepre-sentatlve Reid of the Mitchell counsel, asked the witness. "He did." "When?" "Two nights before I testified." "When did you testify?" "October 9th." Colonel Sherman Moreland, the prosecutor, then took over the examination. "Did Captain Gherardl (aide to Secretary Wilbur) visit you at Lakehurst on or about September 4thY" be asked.

"He did." Mrs. Lansdowne continued that (Continued on age Eight) MAYOR CUTLER, SHERIFF FRANZ TO HUNT DEER Mayor Fred J. Cutler of Pipestone street, and Sheriff Fred C. Franx ot Nlles are among the hunters to trek northward for the deer season this fall. left today for Beech-wood for a two weeks' trip.

Sheriff Franx will leave tomorrow for Sands, Marquette county. He will be accompanied by Sheriff Jerome" Bordon of Kalamazoo county. TEMPERATURE Temperature fo tbe pant 24 houra tar-tin vrttri noon yeiter-daT were: 11 71 3 a. 38 I p. 68 a.

40 p. m. 47 I 8 a. 42 12 m. 40 12 n.

43 I will be unable to be In mrotflce Sat Nov. 14 and 21. Dr. Frank A. King.

Adv. 1112t2. Opening dance. iMlllburg hall, Nov. 18.

Hear tb" Star vocalists. Adv. 11-1U2. WANTKD Boarders. Homo cook-lug.

467 Britain, ll. 1007 W. Adv. U-U-2t IMPITIT SHE The Washington train wag on time and had slowed down when the St Louis tepress, which was 20 mis- Italian War Debt To U. S.

Is Funded KHAKI TUNICS TAKEPLACEOF MDFTIFORDAY Three Oaks, Watervliet, Coloma, New Troy, Celebrate Armistice Day GEO CARRIER Three Oak) Armistice day, passed quietly in the twin cities, with the single demonstration of tha curb flag display, and various observances in the schools ot Bentcn Harbor and St Joseph, but in tbe county several towns observed the seventh anniversary of the end of the World war with notable celebrations. Three Oaks, Watervliet New Troy, Binhanan, Stevens ville and Nile3 observed the day, with large and small (demonstrations. Goddess Takes a Tumble The only accident reported of any celebration was over in Watervliet where the Goddess of Liberty took a tumble to the pavement, and although her classic beauty was the incident caused some consternation and nervous shock to Miss Albertino Hotelling, impersonating tbe noble figure. The Watervliei-Coloma Post of the American Legion staged the celebration at Watervliet, these ob-servancea being Alternated between thj two towns to tho north of hero, (Continued on Page Eight) REPJMTON AS DRY CHIEF Michigan Congressman Prohibitionist Supports Treasury Head WASHINGTON, Uov. 12.

The administration of Secretary Meiinn over prohibition and the reorganiza tion or enforcement forces by Assistant Secretary Andrews have received the endorsement of Renre- sentatlve Kramton, Republican of Michigan, one of the "dry" leaders ln Congress. Mr. Kramton. who was author of the bill Hi the lastession proposing reorganization ot prohibition agencies, declared in a statement sent today to Mrs. Ellis Yost executive superintendent of the National Wo men Christian Temperance Union that he wouuld propose legislation at the approaching session "to regularize' the reorganization effected by Mr.

Andrews and to place the per-sonell under civil service regulation. His bill was passed at the last session by the House but was not acted upon by the Senate. "I believe Secretary Mellon and General Andrews, as well as Commissioner Haines." he wrote, "deserve the confidence and, support cf your membership." I URGES MELON DOCTOR WONT BE PLACED ON TRIAL AGAIN "I Am Satisfied," Declares Prosecutor1 When Jury "Message Is Read (By Associated Press) LITTLETON, Nov. 12 -Hopelessly deadlocked, the Jury selected to try Dr. -Harold Elmer Blazer on a charge of murdering hfs daughter, Hazel, the 34-year "child-woman," was discharged by Judge Samuel Johnson at noon today after all night deliberation- No New Trial "I am satisfied." Prosecuting Attorney Joel K.

Stone declared. "It is unlikely that I shall bring action against Blazer again." "We are satisfied," was the declaration of Lewis Mowry, chief of defense counsel. "At least a division of opinion Indicates there were some-minds on the Jury who considered that the cold facts of law should be tempered with justifiable mercy." The jurors refused to Intlmaate how they stood in their balloting. Dr. Blazer was taken into custody of Sheriff Roy Haines to be held until he furnlsned bail while District Attorney Stone reached a decision as to what further action may be taketi.

At 11: 15 o'clock bailiffs In charge of the jury ordered luncheon for Jurors indicating that the verdict would not come until some time in, the afternoon. Final arguments were disposed of speedily yesterday afternoon and evening. The closing pleas were preceded by Judge Johnson's instructions, and overruling of a defense motion for a directed verdict overruling the motion of the defense which con-1 tended that "Hazel Blazer was not a reasonable human being, as com- prehended by the statutes of Colo-1 rado," Judge Johnson 'said: I "A being born of woman is human' in the eyes ot tbe law, which takes i no account of metaphysical Stress Sanity Question Both sides laid heavy emphasis on the testimony as to the sanity of the defendant but both also stressed arguments for and against the "humanitarian" aspect ot the homicide. HE GOES FREE DR. H.

E. BLAZER Littleton, physician, who goes free after being tried for poisoning his 34-year-old daughter, a "child woman" deformed and without mind. The Jury unable to reach an agreement Peace Temple. Rummage Sale. Not.

li to 21 at 189 Pipestone St Adv. ll-12t via likes late, ptuugiiou uuuuga liiO VWO rear Pullmans, crumpling them up like cardboard. The 19 persons were said to have been in the last car. i HOT PAPA! Saturday. A few details of the text are yet to be worked out: Although he declined to discuss details.

Count Volpi, Italian finance minister and head of Italian commission, expressed gratification over the liberality of the terms accorded Italy. He said the concessions made were far in excess ft any published forecast he had sein. "The United Stater lias been very generous," said another member ot the Italian delegation. ATMOSPHERE" 'Women say they do not like-to go into the vulgar corner shops where men sip cognac and purchase their tobacco. But the tobacco shops retort that women can send in their men folk and oppose the move.

However, French government needs the money and it is the trade in women's cigarettes (very carefully. was Pickard's plea when held on a murder charge ttter confessing tj the police that be shot Stein in a hospital -where both as window washers. Pickard said Stein wanted to dio because he had "wrecked his life" but other employes at the hospital said there bad been ill feeling between the two men. Dance every and Sat Eve, S. B.

A. Hall. Adv. 11-10-tf. Peanut Butter made -while you wait at Cbffeo Ranch.

211 Pipestone street Adv. ll-12tf. Dance Nov. "18, Snappy music The Star ll-12-2t The wreck occurred about two and a half miles from this little vlUage, not far from Princeton. Uninjured passengers aided In th Rotary Picks Heads (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON, Nov.

12 An agreement was reached today for funding the Italian war debt. Announcement of the settlement followed a conference by membera ot tbe American Debt commission and President Coolidge, and a later meeting between the Italian mission and the Americans. The details were not Immediately disclosed, Arrangements were made for the actual signing of the compact nixt For District Meet work ot rescue. Many ot the injured were pinned under the wreckage which was cut away with acety- lene torches. A sister from Trenton hospital made her way through the tangled nkiVa era tr s1n an tn 1inayV men The public utilities commission has sent photographers to the scene.

At the point ot the accident th tracks are straight for nearly 10 miles. Witnesses said a heavy toe prevailed. Railroad Issues Statement PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 13. Tha Pennsylvania railroad offices her -gave out a statement this noon saying that at least tour persons were killed in the wrecx near Monmouth Junction.

FRENCH LADIES OBJECT TO Twin-Cities to Be Host to 1,000 Delegates On April 6, 7 Committee chairmen for the western Michigan district Kotary conference to be held ln the twin cities on April 6 alt 7, were appointed yesterday. The chairmen, whowlll also serve TOBACCO SHOP (By Associated Press) PARIS, Nov. 12. Shall milady have an opportunity to buy Jier' rose tipped cigarettes along with her per fumes and lip sticks? The fashion shops of Paris are endeavoring to get the government -to grant them permission to sell, tobacco and the regular tobacco shops are up in arms. BANGOR FIRST OF OUTSIDE TOWNS TO O.

K. NEW ELECTRIC FRANCHISE dj iuo company arc u. xmios, expressman, ot Baltimore and John Horstman. of the General manager's office. General Electric company, Schenectady, N.

Y. Two men are known to be dead inside the rear car ot the first train but their identity is not known. One Injured man still is pinned in the wreckage. He is trapped in WINDOW CLEANER TURNS "MERCY SLAYER" AT BUDDY'S REQUEST The village council of Bangor has annroved the new franchise which Dantnn Uarhir.St Kail IUO v. way Light company submitted to that town.

Bangor is first of the nearby towns to O. K. the local company's new franchise. The company is endeav-bllng to get new franchises in Coloma, Watervliet and Bangor, where n. supplies power and light service.

Like Local Franchise The local company is offering these nearby towns the same franchise that it Is asking of Benton sucn a position tnat ine wrecker fear to disentangle the debris and are cutting their way to htm with acetylene torches. RECOVER MOTOMETER A motometer, stolen by two small boys from a car parked downtown Tuesday night, has been recovered by the local police. The owner may secure the meter by see- ingChiet ot Police Charles- John, son. Th two boys were not hiL HOTEL EASTLAND Warm rooms, (5 ana up per week. Adv.

9-15-tt Lake Shoe Lodge meet Ttiurs. Nov. 12 p. m. tor work 2nd degree A.

Noe, W. M. At. 11-11 Money saved is. money watch our windows and ive, man Jewelry Co.

Adv. il l'. (By Associated Press) WASHINGTON Nov. 12 Be cause tho victim asked him, to do It as a favor, Joseph A. Plckard, 25, told the police, he shot and killed Joseph F.

Stein, 45, here ast night aa a quietly arranged act of kindness, "I did it because I hated to see him live when wanted to die," You will fmd many articles in our Windows specially priced for the day, spot the tags. Chapman Jewelry Co Adv. ll-ll-2t Dine at Candyland. Adv. ll-12tf.

Baked goods sale. Water's Groc. Mlllburg Sat Beueflt, for T. B. Sana torium site.

Adv. It. BEAUTY DOCTORS INVENT NON-SKID "FACE VARNISH" (By Associated Press) PARIS, Nov. 18 Non-skidding paraffin is the latest hope which Paris beauty doctors are holding out to those with old faces who desire to be made young looking. ot the faces rejuvenated years ago by injecting paraffin uudei' the akin to till up hollows end wrinkles have assumed their old time look because the paraffin slipped..