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The Courier ID TDTT7D DAILY VfRATHEK RE POUT First In of Bristol Kterj 1 1S 1 I 11 1 Il Ir 1 fair tonight and I)ay Except Sunday JLI a VAO -JL vJ day; warmer Sunday. VOL 42 BRISTOL. SATURDAY, II I 16, 1921 Cents tt i opy 6 Cents a Week Mrs, Kaber Guilty In First Degree Says Jury Verdict; Saved From Electric Chair Urge That America Maintain Lead Jury Saves Woman Death Penalty Mercy Plea From by GETS LIFE INPRISONMENT Swoons as She Listens Fatal Words of Jury to COURT HOUSE, Cleveland, July Katherine Eva Kaber was carried into the court room today trorn her cell in jail to receive the verdict decreeing her guilty of first degree murder with a recoraunendution of mercy. She was convicted ut being the arch conspirator in the stabbing to death of her husband, Daniel Kaber, wealthy publisher. looked a mere breathing image of a woman as two bailiffs seated her in the defendants chair.

Her head rested on the the bailiff as the court tones, read the verdict. She was unable to talk Strong Sentiment I'or United States to Take Initiative COM MISS ION MEETS By International News Service. PARIS, July strong movement to allow the United States to maintain initiative in world disarmament developed today when the disarmament commission of the League of Nations met here. Rene Viviani, head of the commission, in opening the meeting referred to President proposal for a disarmament conference in Washington. He said that it was quite likely that the disarmament activities I of the league would meet the same shoulder ol iato as covenant amendments and in solemn mandates both of which were by the league members un- but nodded til America could participate actively her head when the court asked whefti- in the debates.

er she had heard the decree of twelve France favors postponement of any jurors. Her hair bedraggled, her face I definite disarmament action on the deathly pale, she was a pitiable figure jpart of the League of Nations until as the words condemning her to pris- President Hardings meeting is held. on for li'te court-room. re bundled through the CLEVELAND, Ohio jury which is considering the case of Mrs. Eva Catherine Kaber, charged with the murde of her husband, Daniel C.

Kaber wealthy Lakewood lisher, is expected to report oings today. Judge Maurice Beruou ordered the jury locked up until morning. Only one ballot had been at that time. The defendant was so utterly trated when Judge Demon concluded his instructions to the Jurors it required four deputies to carry her limp form from the courtroom. It would be impossible to imagine ft more graphic picture of object despair than that of Mrs.

Kaber as she lay collapsed across the counsel table, while County Prosecutor Edward Stan ton, wagging an accusing finger at the inert form, vehemently branded her as a and guiltv of heinous crime in all the history of Cuyahoga Occasionally during the furious verbal onsalught of the prosecutor she would toss her dishevelled head as if writhing in agony, her gaunt, white fingers restlessly weaving through the strands of black hair that tumbled down over her shoulders and the table top. Most of the time she appeared totally oblivious to what was going on about her. A glass of ice water, smelling salts and other bottles of restoratives and stimulants stacked about her on the table were freuqently administered to IJhe exhausted defendant by the policewoman that attended her. The jury, all men which Mrs. and her attorney had fought for in the early days of the trial filed first to dine, then to start their actual consideration of a verdict.

Judge Bernon submitted six forms of a verdict. Judge Beruou in the charge was careful in the extreme. He warned the Jurors to weigh all evidence carefully considering especially the sanity or in sanity of the defendant. Courthouse opinion is that the widow will be sentenced to life imprisonment without hope of pardon. On the other hand some of the powers are opposed to adjournment.

Their representatives take the view that fforts of the league towards disarmament would undoubtedly achieve results which would helpful to the Washington conference. All evidently are of the opinion that the leadership of the movement should be held by the United States. It was pointed out that, as America is not a member of the League of Naj tions, and Is not represented upon the disarmament commission, the commission could do little of a permanent nature. It was suggested, however, that the commission continue its consideration of disarmament and forward a copy of all debates to Washington. May Dedicate Service Memorial On Labor Day -------It is probable that the Service Memorial will arrive and be in position on the Post Office plot not later than Labor Day, according to Mr.

Clifford L. Anderson, who chairman of the committee. Mr. Anderson said today that Mr Peirce who has the contract for the has advised him that it is I possible that the memorial will hi ijeady for dedication before Labor Day, but, if not, that it will positively I be completed by that date. St.

Church Prepares I For 209th Anniversary In St. James Episcopal Church to- morrow the Rector, Rev. Henry Stuart Payuter. will officiate at all the A. 10.45 A.

and 7 4 a P. M. On St. Day, Monday, July 25th, the Parish will celebrate the 20Hth anniversary of its founding. There will he a service in the morning and in the evening in the Church, followed by a reception.

The Rev. John Talbot Wlard, rector of St. Mary's Church, Burlington, N. will deliver an historical address. Ulsterites May Be Forced Into Line Intimation That Lloyd George Use More Ilian WILL RESUME PARLEY Only Twelve Miles of Road Still Under Toll in County Rebuilding and Improvement of Highways Has Been Extensive During Year--State Putting Town Thoroughfares in Condition Callahan's Old Coal Yard Bought By J.

A. Callahan. BY NEWTON f. PAKKE Staff Correspondent I N. LONDON, July 16 Leading members of the Cabinet of the Ulster eminent arrived here today in response to a from Sir James Craig, the North Ireland parliainient and immediately took under consideration peace proposals that had been uommiuiieajteM to Premier Lloyd George by Eamonn De Valera, ident of the Irish It was admitted that there may be some hitch if the Unionists are obdurate against accepting De Valera's conditions, but it was reported that Lloyd George was ready to more than on the Ulsterites to prevent them from breaking up the peace negotiations.

Officials believe unlikely that Sir Jaimes Craig will meet the premier again on Monday when the latter re news his peace conversations with De Valera. The Chronicle believes that the conversations between Lloyd George and De Valera will be continued Monday and Tuesday and possibly Wednesday. De Vailera, according to the Chronicle, will probably return to Dublin about the middle of next week to obtain the consent of Da 11 Eireann (The Sinn Fein parliament) before meeting Sir James Craig. If Dail Eireann con sents then the scene will be set for a general parley with De Valera und his colleagues representing the Republicans; 'Sir James Craig and his colleagues and Premier Lloyd with two other officials representing England and the British Government. The impression has gained strength here that De Valera is the real voice of Ireland.

Considerable roadbuildtng has been going on in Bucks County during the last year. The fine stretch from Mor- rlsville to Tullytown is completed and nts one of the finest pieces of roadways, anywhere in the state. New roads are in the course of construction in the center of the bounty and work is now going forward on the Lincoln highway. State Highway Department is making temporary repairs to Otter, Mill and Radcliffe streets, through Bristol borough, and It is presumed that within the next two or three years Bucks County will be able to boast of good roads throughout its boundries. Work on the new concrete road on Bridge street Morrlsville will be be gun by the Foster Company Monday morning, according to an announcement made last night.

The contractors will start operations at the Mill street end of the road. 0 During the past five years great strides have been made in Bucks county in road improvement, until at the present item there remains but approximately miles of toll road in entire county. This Includes three turnpikes, the Dublin and Souderton pike, Quakertown and Trum- bauersvllle pike. From figures compiled it is found that during the last five years, not counting any expense in 1921, Bucks county spent for purchasing, condemnation and maintenance of pikes, a total of $304,663.82. After the remaining 12 miles of toll road are freed there will be no purchasing and condemnation bills to pay.

Everything will be maintenance at that time, for those roads the State has not taken over. As the situation now stands in reference to the purchase of the three remaining toll roads, it is Impossible to estimate when they will become free. The Souderton and Dublin pike which was recently condemned and an award of $50.000 set upon it by a jury has been refused by the State High way Department; The price Is too great, but the Highway Department1 is willing to come to reasonable terms with the owners. The outcome of the refusal of the State department to accept the $50, 000 award, will mean that, unless an agreement is reached the State High way Department will change their road route through that section. The Sfate has the right this change.

During the last five years, the road bill, including purchasing and condemnation, was greatest in 1919 when was spent by the county. This amount Included $38,352.07 for purchasing and condemnation and $37,429.73 for maintenance. Previous to 1919 there were no bills for purchasing. All the plkfis Were taken over by condemnation. The following table will show the Increase In the amount of work done by the County Commissioners in their effort to free all the pikes in Bucks county.

FOR 1920 Purchasing and condemnation $22,268.90 Maintenance 37,955.25 FOR 1919 Purchasing and eondemna Hon $38.352 07 Maintenance 37,429.73 FOB 1918 Condemnation $22,373.4 2 MhlntienaiHv 9,067.93 FOB 1917 Condemnation $16,008 37 Maintenance 7,44192 FOR 1916 Condemnation 8,538.04 Maintenance 5,238.19 Grand total $204,663 82 Watson Protests Duty Imposition On Hide Imports John A Callahan yesterday pur chased the three properties, 300, 304 and Buckley street, which were sold at public sade by the heirs of the late Patrick ('aliaban. The price paid for the three was $7,325 00 The properties are located at the above addresses and consist of thn e1 Rucks Montgomery Congress- twosamd-a half houses, stables aiul suitable buildings for a coal yard The properties are ali In good condition ami were sold by John II Hardy, trustee, with Gilkeson James as attorneys. man Leads Fight Against HOUSE PUTS IT ON Reinstatement Of Boardman Probable Pending Investigation May Straighten Out Differences With Superior TOWNSITE IS "FOR HIM" ree List lassification Would Aid Local Industries Uy International Nows Service. WASHINGTON. July 16 Paul R.

Boardman, manager of the Harrlman tow natte, had difficulty with William T. Towers, head of housing division, with headquarters In Philadelphia His resignation was called for and It is now being held up while Investigation Is being made as to the nature of these difficulties. Remodelled Bethel Arthur Church To Reopen Illness Terminates Body of Robert Bracken Arrives In New York Colored Congregation Will Reoccupy Sacred Edifice Tomorrow Former Bristol Man Dies Home in Milford, N. J. at HOLD SPECIAL SERVICES NECROLOGY OF A DAY Word was received in Bristol this afternoon by Mrs.

Hannah Bracken, Linden street, that the body of her son, Robert W. Bracken, had arrived in New York from France. The telegram stated that the body would be shipped out of New York to Bristol as so hi as possible. Strike Spreads By International Newsservice. TOKIO, July 16 A detachment of police has been rushed to Kobe to protect partially constructed battleships from the shipyard strikers.

The strikers are now operating the Kawasaki dockyards at Kobe themselves. Position On Peace Cause of Much Uncertainty Elk Athletes To Compete In Beach Party Contests The movement started by the Bris i tol Elks, several weeks ago, to promote athletic activities in Bristol is now' underway and at the beach party of the Anchor Yacht Club next Saturday teams representing Bristol Lodge will compete In some of the events. Representing the Elks Thomas liar Ison and Russell Crosby will compete in the -John Rafferty and Robert Pearson will enter the and out" contest. Robert Pearson and James Lynch will participate in the swimming contest. The committee has also gathered baseball players of the lodge land a practice game will be held some evening during the coming week and la nine later selected to carry the emblem in a game at the beach party on Saturday.

Once the athletic movement gets underway. it is sure to meet with favor In Bristol. Tomorrow Bethel A. E. Church will reopen its doors after undergoing extensive alterations, and Improve ments for the past two months.

During the time the work of remodeling the church has been in progress vices have been held in the Commun Ity Hall, Radcliffe and Walnut streets. The improvements just completed will cost nearly $3,000. The main room of the church has been extended back 11 feet so that additional room could be obtained for the large congregations which now worship in thin edifice. The pulpit has been moved back and additional pews placed. An entire new floor has been and stained glass windows now re place the old style type.

New carpet is to be placed In the and tlw entire interior and exterior have been Landslide Partially Rloclca Culehra Cut By International News Service. WASHINGTON. July next move in the disarmament game is it appeared today. The United States, it is understood, aas made answer to the Japanese inquiry concerning the scope of President suggested disarmament con fi 1 1 th leaders of rh onct a in i the question oi scope is one which is 10 be decided by the mierritig nations and not by the invitin- Reports from r' tbit 'he am ament com'mission of the League of Nations is app disposed to defer action pending th coui proposed by this nation va rervtv with satisfaction in official here for it has been suggested that Japan might express a desire to let the proposed conference by the boards on ground at it was a member of the League which had already started a armament proceedings. Secretary of State Hughes and Ambassador Shide'aara have exchanged views on the ming parley nd it is under-tood that the Japan se ambassador has been advised he may inform government that the United States has no intention of drafting the agenda for the conference nor does it seek to force any policies upon the conferring powers.

The administration holds that the program for the conference should be outlined through negotiations between and it is understood that negotiations are now in an iniormai way. inquiries which Japan i- mad of e.it Britain and tne United have opened the way for an inter change views, which should a sure Japa.i that there i to be no attempt force deci a on specific questions which are of Interest to ail po1 ers com 'rued. Suggestion, of fe; certain Japanese quarters, that the United States will attempt to bring fore the conference which Japan only the United were not substan- comment here. It that the President has invited the allied power-3 to dis- cti-s general principles and that only those questions which affect all of (Continued on Page 4, Col 3) By International Nfws Service. BALBOA, Panama Canal Zone, July landslide In the Culebra Cut partially blocked the Panama today.

The Eastern and Central parts of the waterway were obstrutced but. a channel 100 feet wide and 30 feet deep was left open along the western bank. Navigation will not be impeded except in case of the Wry largest Drdges are already at worfe and ir expected that the canal will b- clear in about ten days. The battleships which are enroute from Nt York for Peru to take part in a national celebration were not delayed Although there must have been slide from time time that on bank which slipped into the waterway had never been regarded by the canal zone authorities as a menace to riavl- cation. painted and made very attractive.

The Bethel Church now I an up-to-date place of worship and Is a credit to the congregation whieh ha worked hard and faithfully to improve the building. Special services will mark the reopening. At 10.30 in the morning the uastor, the Rev. L. W.

Stanford will preach. subject will be A in irt aftOfliAitn session of the Sunday school will be (held under the direction of Asher J. jConn, the superintendent. In the evening at 7.45 the paster will again preach taking as his topic: Fortitude," The choir under the direction of Mr. Reuben Mattis will render spec- iial music all day at the services.

Arthur Jeffries, a former resident of Bristol, died yesterday at his home in Milford, N. J. The deceased was the son of Mr, and Mrs. John J. Jeffries, who formerly conducted the Bristol House at foot of Mill street, which Is now owned hy Charles E.

Rommell. The deceased was well and favor ably known here, having spent most his lifetime in Bristol, lie attended the Bristol schools. Mr. Jeffries had been 111 for sonu time and his recovery has been despaired of for months. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon al 2.30 o'clock at the deuce of his parents in Milford The deceased is survived by his wife, Anna May Jeffries, his parents Mr and Mrs.

John two Melvin, of Bristol; and John (Jordon, of Milford; and two i Mrs. Thomas V. Long, of Allentown and Mrs R. R. Buzzard, of Milford.

Last evening Mrs. John Mulligan wife of John Mulligan, of street, died at her home at about 5.30 o'clock. The deceased had been con fined to her home because of illness for several weeks. There is her bus band and four children surviving The funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 10 with high mass In St. Maik's church.

Burial will he made in St. cemetery. Judging from the alwive news despatch II would appear as though there Is a possibility of Mr. Boardman, who was relieved of duty July 51 being reinstated as townslte manager ut Harrlman. Sentiment In the townslte favors Mr.

Boardman and a large number of the residents of Harrlman have voluntarily assured him of their fullest support. He has a "clean record" "so far as residents there are concerned, and he characterised as a and one who did all be ocuhl to aid those residing in the lie was ac lively identified with all moves tend to help the residents and exhausted all means to gel the men work. was reasonable always seemed to be fuir in all his said one of his supporters yesterday. Another had been with him In philanthropic work in Harriman remarked that Mr, Boardman had always appeared to be will Ing and anxious to advance the interests of Harrlman and its residents. 'He was reasonable and sane in his Not only the residents but the busl iicsh interests of Harrlman speak well of Mr.

Boardman and his management of the reservation. Highlanders To Aid In Maintaining Order Hy Intermitlonitl hwh BELFAST, July 16 A battalion of Seaforth highlanders arrived here today to assist the garrison In maintaining order. Ineendlarlen were active during the night a number of grocery and saloons were burned in the East Jnd. It is estimated that the total deaths In the present outbreak are at least 21. A conference (if citizens was held during the day In an effort to compel obedience of the armistice.

I Miring the firing last night Bernard Mooney, a well known political figure was killed and several civilians were wounded. Congressman Henry W. Watson, of the Bucks Moutgomery district, led the fight for free hides yesterday in the House at Mr. Watson is a member of the Ways and Means Committee of the House which is framing the tariff. Yester! day the question of taking the duty off hides came up for discussion.

am a very strong Protectionist, hut, when (lie protective policy will close some of our industries, 1 am op' posed to said Congresa- i man Watson. "If we place a duty on hides It will 'mean that every independent tannery will he obliged to close its doors." According to the Congressman, within two years the packers had bought 21 independent tanneries, "including six or eight in Pennsylvania." With a duty on hides, the independents who remain could not live in competition with the tanneries, he asserted has half the independent tanneries in the United States and they are searching the world over for hides," stated Mr. Watson. The House placed a 15 per cent, duty on hides after considerable debate. Free hides would have had a demy to boom the leather industry in Bristol, according to those well versed on live leather situation This im pel us would not have meant the immediate reopening of the leather plants here but perhaps in the near future.

5 per cent, duty will only much to the cost of shoes," Emil Metzger, of the Corona Works, today. Mr. stales that the shoe retailers are still carrying hlg stocks and that the public is still waiting for prices to drop, with the result that the manufacturers of shoe leather arc Idle. In Mr. opinion the free hides would not have meant any resumption of activity in the two leather plants here but lie thinks that possibly in the future it have been an impetus to The duty on hide inserted Fordney Tariff bill in the Iiou voked protest from, Pennsylvania who look the attitude that it would drive the independent tanneries of (lie Keystone State out of existence.

Two addreses were made In protest, one by Itepreseritaiive Henry W. Watson, and the other by Representative Harris J. Bixler, of John- sonbiirg, Elk county. Strong proteat, well as strong support, will mark the Pennsylvania delegation' vote on the proposed tar- if! on oils, iiid there will be a number of other adiedules on which the Pennsylvania delegation will he But for the first time in tariff history, the entire State dolegation, thirty- six iiber will vote in support of (Continu'd on Page 4, Col. 5.) I add that I said Mr.

Leather would rade. In pro- Penrose Promises To Again Take Up Soldiers 1 Bonus Bill BY J. Stuff ori 4 in i iti i pondent I believes concern and Japan, tilled bv official was pointed out Cer- RuV On Strike 'prrmtlonnl AMSTERDAM. July 16 The man coal miners throughout the district have gone on strike demanding abolition of the coal tariff airree- ment, according to a telephone rnes- S-ge from today. Postal Officials Check Up Stolen Mail Bv News HOI'S'IVIN, July 16 Postal officials ar- check ng Uieir records today to ascertain the contents of a regi-deied mail pouch taken In a dar- iuii hoi up at he (Band Central sta Hon by three masked and heavily armed bandits.

The robbery took place while the ma 1 car on- of train No. 17, Houston and Te.xas Central, stood at the station about 10 Friday night in bandits also obtained a common ail pouch but it is no' believed to have contained anything of value. The pouch, it Is said, contained a shipment (if currency, the value which probably will run into thousands of dollars. This afternoon the son of Mr. and Mrs.

Michael Fallon, of Race street, will be buried in St cemetery. The Infant died yesterday in a baby hospital in Philadel Phia. The funeral this afternoon will be held from the Fallon home, 625 Race street. Sunday Schocl Class Honors Birthday denial was made hy Republican lead ers of the Senate today that the bonus bill it dead" because of the action of the Republican ma ority in sending it back to the Senat. Finance Com-ailttee Senator Penrose, Republican spondei with great unanimity to the request that the bill be recommited for further iou.

Pennsylvania, the commit te( man, insisted that the mensili be taken up by lus opportunity eilts ilselt the (ij)iui ill eriatdi that i if the Sen it. It when so It i 1 icari re vv ri! upon clrai r- would again to do (it other the bill OIK it will re until after Senate wi! and tariff ht in prese i be press leg) iou Last evenirg honor birth day of Mrs. Anna Strurnfels, of Mill Street members of Mrs Harry Daniel Sunday school class of th.e Methodist ('hurch. gallo red a.f her borro- lo aid her in ceb-bration of event. cliu-r- speiit un enjvy- abie Urne and extended their congre supporters tulations Wj Ole hostesi of 11 ued by a desir The table Iri dinlng room was litica.

Thov dui ettily and blue and whifejor country, was color acheme. Paper capa and caad: b. ti) re favors. Repuh will be called led that i-e (i nmittes ni, as the iliaci Uix before the reg- one who ht patriotie, sincere appeal could havi pressed unUi ship. appointing sire to I of the graVt indisputable and the I can party ha I idarity of pal I with the mom ard blinded President's argued by being im- by partisan- aliv De nr.

MUf per rati ms act romains future that and will riofic entoua 'ini may be ons who capitai out involved the for the tile Republi- retain a sol- rpose in dealing nd difficili prob- fhe administration am ular essiou begin- in De "The debate which prei commitment of the bill clusively confined to tin Penrose said. It were manit to tv not io al 1 od'd the re- ilmost ex- Democ ratio "I tly im- pol- nselvestin 'Mo. Repul litn at ignored re- ron I mgress. 'Everybody concedes the debt of gratitude we ail owe 'he valiant survivors of the world war, and above all the widows and orphans of those who fell in battle. Ar- after the civil war, so now and in the future will our war veterans and their dependents continue to enlist our solicitude and care.

It pi 1 Senator voted to recommU the bill sincerely favors some legislation in the direction taken by it. Of course, the bill is certain to be taken up when a suitable opportunity for doing so presents.