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11 1 1 1 flOn 'VT71 A WBfflKLt ESTABLISBBD 1850 XhiAJX DAILX B8T. BY THEO. HAST, 188. PITTSTON, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1921 rirri cents a month EIGHT PAGES IRISH SITUATION OLD BLAKELY HALL PROPERTY IS SOLD MEMBERS OF OLD FAMILIES UNITED EXTREMELY GRAVE IN MARRIAGE TODAY FIRE IN AUGUSTA 011 the second floor as a living apartment for a short and boarded with the family of lr. and Mrs.

William Breese, Pittston pioneers, who owned and occupied the double residence on the north side of the Hall building, which ia still standing, though transformed from its early appearance, with stores erected in front. When Mr. Hall was joined in Pittston by his wife, the family occupied the apartments on the upper floors of the building, while Mr. Hall conducted a drug store in one of the store rooms on the ground floor and his wife conducted a fancy goods store in the other storeroom, which was a popular resort for the young women of that early day. Mr.

and Mrs. Hall's gifted son, Blakely Hall, in later years became famous as a journalist, having been a member of the New York Herald staff for many years. In the sixties the Blakely Hall building was owned and occupied by John Barnes and family, who conducted a confectionery store on the ground floor and lived on the upper floors. In recent years the building was owned and occupied by Vito Bianco as a grocery store and private bank, from whom it passed into the hands of P. Dershimer, who has just sold it to Pugliese Brothers.

FEW CHANGES iN APPOiNTWIENTS TO COUNTY OFFICES NOTHING NEW IN Another. Pittston landmark has changed hands in the transrer today of what is known to the older residents of the community as the Blake ly Hall property. This property is located on the easterly side of South Main street, midway between Market and Pine streets. It consists of a lot with a frontage of 32 feet and a depth of 144 feet, running to Spring street, in the rear. It is improved with a three story brick building the full width of the lot and a depth 'of 65 feet.

The property haa been purchased from P. W. Dershimer by John and Dominick Pugliese, progressive young men who conduct several meat market in the Pittstons. and it is said that 'the purchase price was about 15,000. It Is understood that the new owners do not expect to make any changes at the present time, but will conduct their meat markets at their old stands.

Many of the older residents of Pittston recall the early days of the Blakely Hall building, which took its name from its original owner. Blakely Hall came to Pittston some 70 yeans ago from New York State. He was a druggist by profession and a man of more than ordinary gifts. He opened a drug store in the brick building which he erected, occupied a room NEW YORK POLICE New York; Nov. 26.

Extra precau tions to halt the crime wave which has resulted in two murders, scores of burglaries, robberies and pistol duels in the last 24 hours were taken by police here today. The crime carnival began yesterday. when Samuel Katz, a furrier, was beaten to death by three masked men who entered his place ot business and hit him on the head with a pistol butt when he refused to open his safe for them. One of the men was captured. He said he was a seaman and gave the name of Otto Holtke.

A short time later Anthony Ganna, 40, was shot dead at his home in Brookly. Police said he had. quarrel ed with a neighbor shortly before. The list of robberies included thou sands of dollars' worth of stolen goods. A fur house waa entered and $20,000 worth of undressed furs taken.

Clothing worth $3,000 was taken from a "2nd street shop. Three men fired on police who at tempted to arrest them in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. Two men were arrested after a thrilling chase and fight along Riverside drive. 1 IN DUNBAR TODAY Uniontown, Nov. 26.

Fayette county detectives and State police to day sought William Washington, JO, a half crazed negro, who is saia to have murdered Edgar Morgan, a negro, and Mamie Washington, a mulatto, 2, in a jealous frenzy in Dunbar, near here, this morning and then set the house afire. The house was completely destroy ed. The woman is no relation to Washington. According to Ernest Miller, a boarder in the Morgan house, Washington entered shortly after midnight and demanded that the woman accom pany him. She refused, it was aaid.

and when Morgan interfered, Washington shot both with a saved off shotgun. Miller, who declared he hid in a closet, said Washington then set the house afire and fled. The bodies of. Morgan and the horribly Washington woman were burned. ES INCREASE 20 PER CENT.

Paris, Nov. 26. The number of divorces in France has increased by nearly twenty per cent since the war. Statistics just compiled for the first year after the war show more than 19,000 divorces, or nearly seven per cent, of the total marriages. Owing to the steadily decreasing birthrJ'ate the increase of divorces constitutes a serious problem in con nection with the future defense of the nation.

Miadamoisi lle Helene Miropolsky, one of the few'women lawyers prac 4 Using 111 the l'rench courts, said: "Aside from the moral causes that influence the conduct of men and women, the economic revolution caused by the war is largely responsible for the increase. "During such a catalclysni as the war the number of domestic dramas multiplied. A separation of more than four years is bound to have some remit. In the mapority of cases it resulted in binding closer the bonds of affection. but there were hundreds of failures and surprises.

"The exceptional character of the present situation is revealed by the statistics wnich show that the num of divorces demanded by the husbands is double the number demanded by the Before the war the situation was exactly the reverse." EVENING CLUB'S Big Novelty Dance At ELKS' HOME Tuesday Evening, Nov. 29th A Great Big Nite of Fun. Paper Hats, Streamers, Confetti, Etc. Special Music by Castle Society Eight Door Prises Will Be Given Away. ENDEAVORING TO HALTCRiMEWAVE was that neither Sinn Fein or Ulster ity.

She likewise opposes the plan Ulster has opposed the Sinn Fein suggestion for a plebescite becaus she fears losing several of her provinces which have a Sinn Fein major for an all Irish parliament which for an al Insn parliament which does does not provide that she be allowed as many representatives as the south of Ireland. In this manner authorities here described the deadlock of the situation and exiiressed deep concern over the possibilities of an unfortunate' outcome of the negotiations. The situation is "extremely grave," it was said. Newspapers openly predicted failure of the conference. Since the election politicians and others have been busy discussing possible appointments of the newly elected county officials, and it is generally agreed that there will be few if any changes in the forces of those who were re elected, namely the prothonotary and county treasurer," and few in the office of the clerk of the courts or county controller, where the political complexion of the offices have not changed.

E. Foster Heller. who becomes judge of the Orphans' court on January 2 to succeed Judge Freas. will have the naming of a clerk of the Orphans' count to succeed Peter Me Cor mick, also a court stenographer to succeed W. J.

Kilgallen, and a tipstave. It is currently reported that Edward Noll, present deputy prothonotary, will be appointed clerk of the Orphans' court to succeed Mr. McCor Mr. Noll is a highly efficient official and his friends are pressing for his appointment Who the stenographer will be has not been intimated. Judge Freas got along without a tipstave for the past years, but one is needed in, that court room, and it is expected that Judge Heller will fill the vacancy.

1 Prothonotary. Evan Wlllims, was not at his office today, but it is reported that he will make lew if any changes in his office force. Should Edward NolL his deputy, be appointed clerk of tne Orphans' Court, it will leave a vacancy that will be rather hard to fill, unless' he promotes1 his chief clerk, B. Walsh, to the position. The other clerks at present in his office, who are expected to be retained, are: Chief clerk.

M. R. Walsh! Clerks E. B. Ealdwin, William B.

Da vis and Valentine Shipknwski; tran scribing clerk William Stevens, Min ute Clerk R. P. Robinson, Naturalisation'' Clerks K. W. Fisher and W.

A. Rcichard, File Clerk Daniel T. Davis, Stenographer Mary Seyfert. County Controller Paul J. Schmidt is reticent over his appointments, but has some vacancies to be filled.

It is reported that he will not change the present deputy, Ben Haas, who has proven an efficient official and is thoroughly familiar with all the du ties of the office. His other clerks, who are expected to be retained are: Michael Kolesar, whom Controller Schmidt named to succeed Miss Pearl Hendershqt, who resigned before the eelction; Alex. Skuzinski, clerk, and John Opp, witness clerk. He will have two vacancies to fill, a solicitor to succeed James M. Stack and a clerk in place of Nicholas Crease who resigned several months ago.

Attorneys W. A. Valentine and W. J. Lewis, are named as possible appointments for solicitor.

Clerk of the courts elect Frank J. Keiser, will have the naming of a chief deputy to succeed himself, arid today, he stated that he had not decided who to appoint to the position. His other clerks whom he expects to retain are Harold Wagner, chief clerk; Evan R. Morgan, clerk and John Clemens, of Hazleton, minute clerk. It is reported that County Treasurer Davis will make no change in his office force.

The appointment of James D. Bach man, county detective as field agent of the Dry Enforcement Act, will give District Attorney James a place to fill. Mr. James 'today learned of the appointment of Mr. Bachman, but says he will not consider a successor until his detective formally This may not be un'il about the first of the year.

PASSED AWAY TODAY Michael Barley, ona of the oldest and most highly respected residents cf the city, died this morning at 11:30 o'clock at the home of his son, William J. Karley, 39 Mill street. Last Thursday Mr. Earley suffered a fall, which affected him much, and due to his age. he did not rally from the effects otthe injury Mr.

Earley was 11. lifelong resident of this city. The family home was on Market street for years. Eleven years ago he took up his residence with his son, William. He had been quite active until a few days ago.

Surviving the deceased are the following sons and daughters: Thomas, Martin, of New York City; assistant fire chief; and Miss Jennie, of Scranton. DUE ILLINOIS STATE Springfield, Nov. 26. Suits to recover $5,000,000 interest on stat funds alleged to have been unaccounted for by five former Illinois State TreasWers were brought today by Edward J. Brundage, attorney general.

New York, Nov. 26. Demand sterling opened at 3.97 today: francs, 0000; lire, marics, WYOMING VALLEY 1 Questioned this morning whether he had given any consideration to the testimony in the equity suit brought by Leo Kijanski against officers of the Wyoming Valley. Drug involving Senator P. F.

Joyce and others in allegations of liquor law violations. District Attorney James stated this morning that. ho had not yet received the testimony. As Mr. James will be busy in criminal court ail next week he does not believe he will be able to review the charges contained in the equity suit nor in the testimony of Thomas I).

Shea until the following week. Attorney W. A. Valentine, counsel for P. F.

Joyce and the other defendants in the equity suit, stated today that he was not in the least disturbed over the outcome of any investigation. He holds that there was nothing in the suit or testimony to connect the defendants with liquor law violations, and that the only charges were those in the testimony of Attorney T. D. Shea, who had testified for his client Leo Kijanski, and that the latter when called had refused to give any testimony to corroborate his counsel. ADDITIONAL GIFTS TO PITTSTON HOSPITAL In addition to donations previously announced, Pittston Hospital has received the following gifts: Mrs.

P. A. O'Boyle, turkey; pupils Exeter borough Higli school, turkey; L. and F. Seibel, 2 chickens; Mrs.

James Coolbaugh, 3 pumpkin pies; Mrs. J. O'D. Mangan, 1 case tomatoes; Mrs. Mary Mangan, case peas; Mrs.

Charles F. O'Boyle, case tomatoes and case corn; Peter Donnelly, coffee, beans, sugar, corn flakes, oat flakes, cream; Joseph L. Cake, 3 gal. ice cream; Mrs. "Thomas A.

Gibbons, 5 bunches celery, 1 pk. sweet potatoes; Florence Scliwartzkopf, 6 cans soirp. I New York Stock Market I New York, Nov.s 26. Big blocks of railroad stocks, particularly the old line dividend payers were taken at the opening of the New York Stock Exchange today at prices in many cases marking new highs for the year. Great (Northern Pacific opened 1,500 shares at 75, up and 1,200 shares of N.

Y. C. showed an equ gain at 74. The first sale of Union Pacific was at 128, which was the top price of Friday. Doheny stocks responded to the regular dividends by advances 'of point or more.

The first ale of Mexican Petroleum was at 116 up after which the stock sold at 116. Gulf States Steel continued to lead the independent steels opening ut 50 i2. Reported daily by J. H. Brooks members of New York Stock Exchange, Brooks cor.

Spruce St. and Washington Scranton, Pa. DRUG By ED. L. KEEN'.

London. Nov. 26. The fate of Ireland today was being determined at conferences between Sir James Craig and Ulster leaders in Belfast and at a meeting of the Dail cabinet in Dublin. The two were considering, it is understood, the proposals of Premier Lloyd George, which constitute a basis for further conferences.

They embody, it was believed, anlaii to es tablish a south Irish parliament and provide for a plebescite to determine Ulster's future boundaries. An alternative suggestion is be lieved to be contained in the proposals, allowing for acceptance of the all Irish 'parliament plan, ir it is agreeable to both sides. The general opinion here, nowever, .1 By WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN, Washington, Nov. 26. Premier Briand's speech has stirred up a hor net nest and he shows no disposition to retreat or to mollify those who have responded to him.

His last speecn in the states was unexpectedly bold in criticism of Great Britain and Lord Curzon has with equal frankness discussed Great Britain objection to the French pro gram. While the quarrel has all the ear marks of a fierce fundamental dispute it may after all be the best way of bringing the parties together. Some times an open rupture hastens a set tlement, suppressed hostility is more likely'to continue than a hostility thai bursts out and compels attention. Briand renews his attack upon Ger many and charges that the new gov ernment is in line with the old and equally committed to aggression toy force of arms. Great Britain evidently does rot share France's fears, and she certainly in as good, position to know what Germany is doing as rance is and there is no reason why Germany should feel less anger at Great Britain than at France.

It was Britain'is strength added to the arms of France that huld the line against Germany until the weight America influence was thrown into the scale. It the fears of France were wc il founded would not England equal ly be alarmed? Is there any reason ...1... .1 1 1. .1.1 v.n mtr i iiiii iiiijiuiT siiuum uc to Germany's plans if the latter harbors revenge and only awaits an opportunity to spring upon her neighbors? But the important question is not what Fiance may think or what Brit ain may think; the world is interested in knowing the actual facts and the facts are easy to ascertain. It would seem to be the duty of the conference to inquire immediately aa to Ger many disposition.

Her government could answer and decide the course of the conference. If Germany by official acts of her government re affirms what officials have said unoificially she can offer her pledges of peace and express her willingness to unite with the other powers in any plan that will allay the fears of France and any other nation that suapeets her. The conference can name the conditions it deems un necessary; if they are complied with France will doubtless accept the assurances and the matter will be settled. No country can at this time justify unnecessary expenditures on land or sea and the are in no mood to bear the burden of the demand for a conutinuance of expenses that rests upon fears that are without foundation. It is time to quit charges and coun ter charges and get down to business.

The business before the conference is to find out what Germany is willing to do to guarantee the peace of Europe and thus insure land reduction in keeping with the reduction already greed upon on the sea. SvlveWr Young, a former resident of West Pittstou and Duryea, passed away yesterday afternoon at two o'clock at the home of his daughter. Mrs. William Dutter, at Tliornhurst, in the l'oconos, where he had made his home in recent years. Mr.

1 was SO of rise and death was due to the infirmities of advanced years. His early lite was spent at Thornhurst and later he came to West Pittston, living for a number of years in the lower end of tin town. Later the family resided in Duryea, where Mrs. ouns passed away recent years Mr. Young returned to his boyhood home aC Thornhurst to spend the remainder ot his days.

He is survived by one daughter. Mrs. William Dutter, and one son, John Young, both of Thornhurst. Mr. Young was a brother in law of the late Mrs.

Riclfhrd Den nison, of West Pittston. The funeral services will be held at the home at Thornhurst Monday morning at It o'clock, and the remains will be laid at rest in West Pittston Cemetery. Monday afternoon about two o'clock. IS CRITICALLY ILL The condition of Mrs. Edward Barrett, of 62 William street, who is a patient at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital.

Philadelphia, was reported today as being very grave. Mrs. Barrett has been undergoing treatment there for the past two weeks, and her condition was such on Sunday last that her son and daughter were summoned to her bedside. DEAF MITES "SIXC" Pittsburg, Nov. 26.

Fifty deaf mutes here "sang" the "Star Spangled Banner" in the sign language at services commemorating the birthday of Father D'Eppeo, their benefactor. BRIO'S SPEECH ON GERMANY IS SOURCE OF WORRY President Harding's plnn (or an association of nations held the convey the Arms Conference Mage today. It has met with general approval from virtually all the delegations represented, although spec illation Is rife among the delegates as to a probable conflict hctween the Wilson league and I he. Harding associat ion. bording's proposal for German participation in the conference aparcntly Is approved by the majority of the delegations, although some opposition is expected.

Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federajlon of labor, urged the Government to make some provision for tiding over unemployment that would result from a cessation of battleship construction. American naval experts again liavo informed Japan that they sec no valid reason for Increasing the Nipponese ratio of capital ship tonnage to TO per cent under the limitation of armament program. Premier Briand, many observers here believe, is going bnck to France Hn defeat and developments that will come In France on his return arc awaited with intense Interest. Washington, Nov. 26.

There is no prospect of another open session of 'the arms limitation conference within the next few days. Secretary of State Hughes said today. "We will not call another plenary session until there is something definite to come before said Hughes. By RAYMOND CLAPPER (United Press Staff Correspondent) Washington, Nov. 26.

rr The Harding association of nations today loomed as a rival of the Wilson league of nations in the effort for world peace. Which world organization will triumph it was believed here, will depend upon which one can accomplish the most definite results. If the arms conference now in session settles al lthe problems before it, a tremendous impetus wouic ae given to ihc establishment ofc the Hardirtg association. The interest of delegates to the arms limitation conference here today centered in the White House announcement late yesterday that President Harding expects present conclave to develop intd an association of nations, holding annual meetings and evntually including all civilized nations of the world. The contest foreseen by delegates was not an active hostility be tween the two international organizations but the gradual eclipsing of one by the other.

In other words they saw the possibility that the Wilson league might be absorbed by the Harding association simply because the latter proved itself a superior agency for getting action. The ho)e expressed at the White IHouse brought no adverse comments today. The foreign delegates hav. talked over with Harding the idea of extending the present conference into a permanent association. For more than a week the Japanese delegation has been talking of the possibility of making the conference a continuing agency.

The Chinese, have suggested yearly meetings to discuss Far Eastern questions. The French expressed hearty accord with any plan fostered Dy tne unueo 'States that would result in associating this nation with France in any deeree. The British are known to be In accord On the proposition that means preserving of peace and re ntni iner normal WUSlness conditions. Comment among delegates of the mailer nations was all favorable. It whs eenerally recognized that the United States has again assumed world lnadershirK bv reason ot its arms inn itnllon oroYmsals and is therefore in better position than any other nation to push toard practical success the movement nor worm peace.

If Hardlmr's world association nes to ruition it seems nicely to miixthp Wilson league out of busi ness. "The same nations inm ukiuhk to the Wilson league would oeions to the Harding association. They would not, however, be bound to membership as under the rigid rules of the Wilson league. Km rtincr has no Cefinite plans' wi the association. In general his idea imhi'nce! 1 Gathering of.

all nations into a loose organization involving no sur rnniier nf nnlitical sovereignty. Develonment of a world court ifh Justiciable questions, 3 clarification of international 4 signing of an international com pact to refrain from offensive war fn, until nfler investigation. Timvilntr nrnhablv will set the Amoi ir nn nrtvisorv to the Ami itaiinn conference to work on the as snplnfton of nations plan. The ideas of foreign statesmen now assembled here will also be sought morfA that associa tion which was formed will not be an attempt to force the world 10 ac 1 Ann mnn'n idea or code of in morals. OUI will lie uun in thf.

obvious aavanume i red from international cuu kference has already proved 4 of this, Harding peneven. jlURVEA 'fcuw i on auiim ivi 1 il. 111 't front, blgnt lartce Ijot 40 ront ad 1.00. t. Pittston rathei 111' KIl 1 ne Miss Genevieve Reap Bohan, charming daughter of Mrs.

Cormap. Francis Bohan. of 48 William street) became the of John Kelly Walsh, son of Mrs. Anna T. Walsi, of 59 Church street, this morning, The ceremony was performed in St.

John's R. C. Church at 9 o'clock, by, the pastor. Rev. P.

C. Winters, The is of more than usual interest, due to the prominence of the young eouple and' of rtheir families. The grandparents of the bride and bridegroom were numbered among the earliest settlers of Pjttp ton and for upwards of half a cen tury members of their families have, been prominently identified with th' civic life of Pittston and have at various times actively interested themselves in projects for the progress and development of the com mUnity. For half art hour prior to the time scheduled for the marriage, Oppen heim's orchestra, of Wilkesbarre, rendered appropriate selections in th church. A march from "Leonorenj "Raff Vorspiel," by tt selection by Wagner; and Moret's "Heartsease." comprised the prelude.

Meanwhile the guests (iled into the church. The altars were especially decked for the occasion. Large white, chrysanthemums were placed about the" main altar, wMiile calla lilies comprised the main decorations of the. side altars. Palms and ferns were artistically placed about the sanctuary.

To the strains of the bridal chorus from Lohengrin, the bridal party entered the church, i The bride ap proached the chancel rail leaning Ott the arm of her brother, Paul, wKq gave her in marriage. Miss Beth Tracy, of Conshohocken, who was bridesmaid, followed the bride and her brother. At the altar rail the bride and her attendant were met, by the bridegroom and his attendant' Albert Leonard, of Market street, ana it was here that the simple ceremony of giving away the bride took While Rev. Dr. Winters was pronouncing the words that united the, young couple for life, Thomas Rip pard played a pleasing violin selec tion, "Old Refrain." by Kreisler.

JlttM mediately after the marriage ceremony was completed. Rev. Dr. Winters was celebrant of a nuptial Oppenheim's orchestra rendered "Song of Iii'dia," from 'Rimsky Korsakoff; "Devotion," by Victor Herbert; "Sky Blue Water," by Cadman; and Mendelssohn's wedding marchess a recessional. The ushers were Frank Bohan, a brother of the bride, and Richard F.

Walsh, a brother of the bridegroom. The bride presented a very pleasing appearance in a gown of Sorrento blue panne velvet, beaded In white, with hat of gold lace. She carried a profuse shower bouquet of bride roses and lilies of the valley. Miss Tracy' wore a gown of tangerine velvet, with hat of silver lace. Her bouquet was of sunburst roses.

Immediately after the clturch ceremony the bridal party repaired to the home of the bride's mother, where a wedding breakfast was served by1 Hochreiter, of Wilkesbarre. Thr home tastily decorated for the occasion, and it was here that a reception was held and the newly weds were showered with congratulations by their wide circle of friends. Mr. and Mrs. Walsh left on a honeymoon trip to points of interest in Canada.

They will temporarily reside in OH City, where tne bridegroom is at this time engaged In business. The bride is one of the most widely known and highly respected young women of this community. She is the daughter of the late Attorney C. Frank Bohan. She is a graduate of St.

John's High school, of this city, and Eden Hall Seminary, Philadelphia. During the past fortnight mar.y friends vied In showering congratulations upon the bride elect at social Mr. Walsh enjoys a wide acquaintance, not alone in this community, but In other sections of the East. He is also a graduate of St. John's High school, and served for a few years as police clerk.

When the war broke out. he enlisted in the army and ex perienced many months of intensive training in camps in' South Carolina and Texas, and additional months of service in England and France. He served for a year as secretary of the Greater Pittston Chamber of Commerce, which 'position he relinquished to accept his present lucrative one that of bond salesman for H. D. Walbridge of 14 Wall street.

New York City. Among the out of town guestj prqsent at the marriage were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Reap and Mrs. William Reap, of New York City; Mr.

and Mrs. Frank Kelly. Miss Margaret Mr. and Mrs. B.

A. Kelly and Edward Kelly, of Carbondale. ON NEW HIGH SCHOOL Workmen are putting the finishing touches on the new High School Building of St. John's R. C.

Parish, which is one of the finest parochial school buildings in the Scranton Diocese, as regards sin1, construction and equipment. The school rooms are now ready to receive the furniture, and today workmen were busy en the concrete walks on the Church street front. A concrete driveway, with walks on both sides, is being laid in the' open space between the rectory and the Church street wing of the f( hool house, which will be used trt leai the new garage that has been constructed in the open space between tlu rectory and the main High School building, along William street. The parace is of brick and stone construc ticn, nnd provides space for several n.achines. The truth about the "soap bubble" booze investigation' will be found in the Sunday Telegram, tomorrow.

Learn whv Senator Jo ce is being driven so hard. The truth will out. The Telegram carries the latest in telegraph dispatches and local news and Its comment 'is absolutely unbiased and uncontrolled. Don't miss it. 26nlt DANCE TONIGHT AT Hughestown Hose House.

i 1 Vim m. if 'Vj: "0 1 4s 'V Vv Augusta. Nov. 26. Fire of unknown origin which early today threatened the entire business section here was brough: under control at dawn, after a block had been partially razed.

The loss is estimated at. more than $1,500,000. TEN HOURS II Oil IS By EDWIN W. HULL1NGER (United Press Staff Correspondent) Moscow, (By Alail). The average working day in Soviet Russia is two hours longer than in the United States.

The majority of unskilled laborers in Moscow put in ten Hours a day. despite the fact that the legal working span is only eight. The last two hours are "overtime," but in practice a regular part of the. working da v. Members of the Communistic party are obliged, by party edict, to work these extra 2 hours, on account of the "present national economic emergency." other workmen are not compelled to by law, they generally do remain at their posts.

The anamoly of a proletariat ruled country with a longer standard working day than a capitalistic country, such as the United States, grew from the necessity of the hour. In contrast with the labor leaders of who insist on strict adherence to the eight hour day even in the devastated regions the Communistic party, one of the best disciplined political and economic bodies in the world, passed ruling compelling all its members to stay at their posts at least ten hours a day. 1 This refers, of course, to laborers working 111 the few factories that are operating, ir. railway and street car services, and the various government plants. "Free 1 such as drotshliy drivers, or anyone not directly employed by any large institution, average from 11 to 12.

Skilled workers, clerks, accountants, and professional people attached to government bureaus, theoretically work only eight hours, but actually often much longer, according to whether the head of their department happens to be a "driver" or not. Their day is also increased, as a rule, by the necessity of walking home. Owing to the fact that manual workers are always preferred in the distribution of free street car tickets, and also to the fact that al! cars are so crowded during off hours that it is difficult to get a place even with money, a large section of the former middle class are obliged to walk home. The few errant adventurers from America, I who have come to Russia expecting to find a worltingman's paradise of short hours and high pay, have been bitterly disappointed when they found themselves put to work longer hours and for less pay than in America. Also those expecting not to have to work at all have suffered even great ed disillusionment.

Everybody has to work in Russia. LAID AT REST TODAY The remains of Mrs. Mary Council, mother of City Councilman Daniel J. Connell, were laid at rest this morn ing in St. John's Cemetery.

Despite the inclement Weather hundreds of rriends and relatives turned out to honor the memory of the deceased, who for 42 years resided in the Up per Pittston section ot the city, where she was beloved by all of her acquaint ances. Beautiful floral tributes evi .1... 1.. .1. tTu iiit rnift'in 111 1111 11 nil ceased was held.

At 9 o'clock the funeral procession moved from the family home. 453 North Main street, to St. Mary's R. V. Church, where a solemn requiem mass was sung at 9:30 o'clock.

Ilev. George J. Dixon, the pastor was celebrant; Rev. T. C.

Whytv. deacon: and Rev. It. F. Reap, sub deacon.

At the of fertory of the mass Paul Kane sung an "Ave Maria." The pall hearers were Mayor James J. Kennedy, ex Mayor James Langan, Mayor elect P. U. Brown. Charles Waters.

Anthony Tuffy and Thomas Larkm. RESULTED FROM BLAST Joseph Marioy. of 143 Tompkins street, the mine worker who was badly injured at No. 4 vhaft of Ewen col liery, Pennsylvania Coal about noon yesterday, died last night in Pittston Hospital. He was 43 years of age and is survived by his wife and six children.

A premature blast fractured one leg, a finger and his jaw besides inflicting' severe lacerations. BALl'Ol VISITS WILSON. Washington, Nov. 26. Arthur .1 Balfour's call a few days on for mer President Wilson, which became known today, was explained bv spokesmen for the British delegation as wholly a personal one and not with reference to the work of the Arms Conference.

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Y. Central 74 74 74 N. O. 21 21 21 Nori. West 99 99 99 North.

Pacific 80 79 S0V4 P. II. It 35 34 34 Pr. Steel Car 65 63 65 Reading Co. 73 73 73 Rep.

Iron 50 5014 50 Rubber 49 48 49 South. Pacific 81 81 81 South. Railway 20. 20 20 Studebaker 75 75 75 Union Pacific 130 128 129 83 X3 8 3 "4 Utah Copper 59 58 58 Wabash 7' 7 7 ton. vMnSt, (: 11 j.

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