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Show THE OGDEN . s. mm ME M 13ILA (MEMS TO AMERICAN Pt OPLE ON STILL HOLDS ATIONS DDIS SOLDIER S' ISII STAKE ." fend her coast ' WASHINGTON. Dec. 24. j V" "Secretary Mellon , formally announced today that the attitude of the treasury toward a soldier bonus had not changed since last July when he wrote a letter to Senator, Frelinghuy-sen- , of New Jersey, stating: that enactment of bonus legislation "would be serious injury, and loss to the whole community' and would "virtually defeat the administration's program of retrenchment and economy." - . lines and colonial pos(By the American sessions. He also asserted that there Associated Press.)-r-The. to show that other counSecretary was nothing proposalsas submitted to decisions reachconform would at tries tor submarine tonnage Hughes at this today's meeting of the naval commit-".te- e ed by the countries represented , of the Washington conference were conference.'' "What will happen," he asked, "if f?Jven as follows in the official i ' these other countries continue to build use '."The "American- - delegation was en- submarines either for their own The 90,--- 0 or for some one else? instead to tof accept, willing tirely 00 tons . proposed --as the maximum countries I have in mind, which are not therefore 3imit for the United States. 60,000 tons, represented here and which action of and exfreedom their preserve of tons the. 35,000 ;hus scrapping forces what way have submarine their on basis the submarine tonnage, isting Uhat-- Great --Britain' should also accept you of persuading them or of forcing 0,0 00 tons as the maximum limit of them to follow our example?" GERMANS ABSENT 'submarines and scrap 22,54 tons "You cannot assume here," he adiier present amount of submarine ded, "certain obligations in the matter being 82,464 tons, according to of submarines in the name of countries a in the Americariigiires. Then, not to make .whatever accommodtaking part in this conference; coerce persuade norabsence ation was possible to .meet the views ypu can neither Hence the in them. .entertained by the other delegations, of I consider that we cannot guarantees Jthe chairman "suggested that if the o come We have come a decision. each United States and Great Britain on reduction of an the to agreement Reduced the maximum limit of their offensive armaments. But the naval to submarine tonnage 60,000 tons, means of defense must be of requestion should and Italy France, Japan left to. the consideration of the countonnage they have in asother gain themaintain Interested. tries rethe status quo ,7words, understand that a meet"I readily He made submarine tonnage.; gards a of might be ing general suggestion lif order to show. that suggested in ""whichconference would be representas American the far government ;bo the British "'was concerned, it was not in favor of ed all the countries interested in conArguments Against of submarines. In this question of savored that expansion. Anything of Sea Arouse rules Assassins the be determined TThis was a conference on limitation." ference might use of to more a humane applying , PItECISENESS ESSENTIAL ; Before Sentiment submarines; the question of the prinsubmitting the proposals, ot or abolition of the retention ciple ';Chairman Hughes, discussed thetogeneral- the use of the submarines could be ' . the raised. Then all the- nations interested -question . saying, according By, IIARUY D. ROGERS, ' tcommunlqua: News Service Staff their International in the express question might would ' Correspondent. "Hehoped that .the discussion decisions and effective opinion really to the five powers present agree reached-jeada denunciation WASHINGTON, Dec. 24. Submarof the illegal met- might be tto IF WAR REAPPEARS ines may yet be abolished. Despite hods of submarine warfare in terms Mr. Balfour said the conference had the compromise the proposed by seslearly understandabel and to bind given to understand on the very American delegation in today's themselves to assure the application of been the danger to highest authority that of the committee on naval limitaIthe.. principles of 'international law in France was f6om the land sion in future the tion, it is entirely within the bounds connection with submarine warfare side, and that consequently it was of reason, according to conference ?and to consider and debate what could quite impossible for France to permit that a tuture conference delegates, lows the te done to use strengthen armaments. of land diminuation any mav in about an succeed of this weapon. the As a , result of this, he added, the agreement by thebringing to world powers 14 "The chairman then said that unless conference found itself confined to abandon the use of undersea craft in of tne of discussion further principle naval disarmament alone. France warfare. ' he abolition of t.e submarine was then, to he her said,' develop proceeded The British presentation of their lesired, the committee snould consi- sea which "embraces the crea- case der ita restriction, numbers, tonnage, tion policy, a' vast submarine fleet." against the "assassin of the sea" of 'etc. a profound impression upon The point of limitamade has BalMr. to "If the France," danger d to the conference. all the delegates tion of armament as regards' "is the magnitude Even four been reached. With respect which,continued, the French and Japanese, deleindicated if and been France has to the point of proposing, and consid- (which' HeaVen forbid) will again in gations who have held out most strenthe law, in the case, that matter eringfuture have to call upon her friend uously against limitation. of the use of r:was one where the precise pnraseology the and allies, or late allies, for assistance submarines, have been affected pro'must be carefully considered. With in men and assistance in munitions, it foundly by the arguments advanced Tthe permission of the committee will be, I suppose, because her great by A. J. Balfour and Lord Lee. The be would American delegation particularly, , has later brought eastern neighbor, has not merely proposals forward by the American delegation,' re- shown sympathy for the British point in has her but army part p'endlng which the committee wasn vived her navy. The one is not likely of view. So impressed was Secretary of State to take place without the other; both ready to discuss the subject of.limita-jQoand of of submarines the Verare tonnage to by the declarations of Lord of Hughes th contrary treaty -all that pertained thereto," sailles. Very well. We must then Lee and Mr. Balfomr that he immeZ BALFOUR'S IICWS GIVEN assume that there are 60,000,000 ' or diately took up the matter with PresiThe formal expression of the British 70,000,000 Germans against whon. dent Harding, who likewise showed on the question of subma- France has to be prepared, and we the utmost sympathy for the argudelegation rines as submitted for the record by must assume that those 60,000,000 ot ments advanced by the British spokesArthur J. Balfour follows: if man. If at any time in the future it 70,000,000 Germans are supplied "The British empire delegation de- with nothing else, at least with the appears feasible to call a conference to place on record its easiest and the of all ships for the discussion of proposals for the sires formally that the lise of marines, whilst that can be built,cheapest of submarines President Opinion namely, submarines. abolishment "bf small value for defensive purposes, Is understood to have deFAUJaACx' CLAIMED Harding which are inr How is France going to deal with clared the United States will' aid such pleads inevitably to acts consistent with the laws of war and that situation? Her building of sub- a conference in every, possible way. Zlhe dictates of humanity and the del- marines is no use at all. Let her make Those who have fdllowed the proegation desires that united toaction her fleet of submarines what she will, ceedings of the conference closely in "should be taken by all nations either, her own the past two weeks have formed the they do not protect or merchant construction or their maintenance, ot opinion that the British did" not ex- the transports ships ' ' friends. are her and pect to emerge victorious fror the disemployment." neighbors They Z Mr. Hughes in discussing the weapons of offense, not, as we hear so jcusaions of the submarine question. be--It j question said he was quite often, weapons of defense, and in no was 'admitted that .Great Britain, that in the United States there sence would those submarines be ablo cause Of her wide flun? empire and yware vas "widespread sentiment against the to give one atom of assistance to the Decauso or ner mercnani marine, nau French nation if she be threatened aa 'a special interest In the . discourage-ImeSubmarine, largely due to the feeling that had been aroused by the ab- I have indicated. of the use of the weapons which horrent uses to which the submarine "To whom, then, is she going to Germany wielded so efficiently during look? There Is but one nation in Eu- the late war. Shad been put.' J FRANCE FIANS DEFENSE It was also recognized that Italy, rope which is or can be made, sa far as w Much of,-- the morning session, as I can see, adequately safe aainst France and Japan nd been impressed t&hown by .the communique was devoted attack, and that for, I almost with the utility of the submarine as a said, social and economic reasons, cheap and effective weapon against fo debate on.the submarine between Mr. Balfour, for Great Britain and M. which cannot weH be copied. We and the, stronger powers. 3arraut for France, which in part was we alone, so far a I know, in Europe, American naval experts place a high y. continuation of the debate between have that large population, that large value on the submarine as a means of faring population which can be defense. They are impressed by the spokesmen of those two countries in sea utilized for the. manning of the small British argument but they cannot formeeting. Friday's M. Sarraut said France desired which alone submarines can get that Germany's submarines craft sank by not for offense but to de- - be controlled in those narrow waters." British dreadnaughts in,the North sea and in the Dardanelles," and that the "ruthless submarine warfare" at one time had Great Britain on the verge of starvation. -- oo ' 2. WASHINGTON, Dec, 24. , fy -- ! ue: com-munlq- . 1 ton-rjia- ge de-il- re SUBS ; -- GET IJAY - 4-h- e - . " , " " -- ng gov-iernl- 1 " subma-Jrinesha- se pre-",Qi- revived" eadii Greetings - . proposals Submitted by Secretary Hughes I S Revealed in Communique of 7.1 SUNDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 25, 1921. STANDARD-EXAMINE- R Momentous Accomplishments of Past Few Months Emphasized in Joyous Tone of Messages the brothers as on the day of holy Christ. mas. foreof the Associated Press) Heads Is so which "Indeed this festival, ign delegations participating in the dear to us, strongly recalls to our armament conference, transmitted minds the principles and duties of the religion. These principals through the Associated Press tonight, Christian are. how Inspiring the work duties and Christmas greetings to .the American of those who are endeavoring to lay ;, " . people. t down a more solid basis for the mainAdmiral Baron Kato Issued the tenance of peace in the world and for statement on behalf of Japan, Albert the establishment of friendly relations Sarraut spoke for. France, Senator between the peoples founded on reciSchanber for Italy and Jonkheer Van procal tolerance and on a more serene Karnebeek for the Netherlands. discussion of their mutual interests. The three Chinese delegates, Well"God granted to the American peoington Koo, Alfred Sze and Chung ple .riches, strength and political greatHui Wang, joined in one statement ness. The American people show that and Vice Foreign Minister Hanlbara they can nobly use these gifts for the of the Japanese delegation Issued a welfare of the entire humanity. Italy statement to newspaper men, a mess- follows this beneficial work with the age in which he extended greetings greatest sympathy and with the most not only to them, but to the people, of resolute decision of efficaciously colthe United States. The expression of laborating In this purpose. To the the British delegation was embodied strong, gentle and hospitable people of in a statement issued last night by Its the United States. I address my warmchief. Arthur J. Balfour. est wishes for their future and for SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES their best ever- prosperous fortune.' Baron Kato's message of greetings CHINESE JUBILANT said: The three Chinese delegates in their "It gives the whole Japanese .dele- message said: "The coming of Yuletide serves to gation true pleasure to send a message of greeting to the American people at recall to the mind of the members of this unprecedented Christmastide. It the Chinese delegation the time-hogoes without saying that unless a most ored custom of observing the new year genuine spirit of peace moved the na- holiday in China, which Is character- tions that are represented at Wash- Ized by the peace and good will as it ington, no such happy or such quick obtains at the Christmas time in the achievements would have been possi- western CQuntrles. Young and old , ble. together in the home of the "As to the value of the agreements gather oldest living branch of the family to that have already been' reached they celebrate the festivity very much m speak adequately for themselves. No- the same way that Christmas is celething that any delegate could say brated in the western homes. would be of. any use of the facts were "Three ago at thi time the not sufficient evidence of the ample world was years still witnessing the closing agreement of the srreater powers. scene bf the European struggle that Those facts will say to the world in had disturbed the peace of the world. unchallenged terms that it was in no But today nine powers, .most of whom vain pretense of amity that the sev- were participants In the conflict are eral countries sent their representa- gathering.' here in Washington to do tives to Washington in reply to ' the away with the causes of war and to invitation of President Harding. We lay the foundation of a permanent came, we listened, we heeded in a peace. Itis to be sincerely hoped that, spirit of mutual sympathy and mutual with the accomplishment of the con accommodation; all made concessions ference, the expression of "Peace on to the viewpoints of the others. And Earth and Good Will Towards Men." i the result has been a promise such which is particularly appropriate at as the world has never known before this festive time, will henceforth be of peace among these greater na- the guiding spirit among the nations. tions for decades to come and, let us "The Chinese delegation takes this to extend its most cordial hope, forever." opportunity ITALY'S GREETINGS to all the participating memgreetings Senator Schanzer sent the following bers of the conference, to the other nations of the world, and particularly message: "I am glad to send today to the to the people of the United States, American people my affectionate and whose hospitality the Chinese delegacordial greetings. There. is no day tion is now enjoying with much gratiin the year in which men feel so much fication." Dec. 24. .WASHINGTON, We rejoice today with you in this Merry Christmas time and wish for you and yours a most joyous, season, a happy and prosperous New Year. By r' . n- i f j ! Wf VVv 1&MM the f j i . - extend SEASONS GRATINGS MERRY CHRISTMAS, ! j HAPPY NEW-- YEAR To those autoists who are using Blekre tires especially do we send this greeting, and to those thousands who will find Blekre tires, the solution of their problems in future months as well. Yes, to you all, we extend our best wishes. ! BLEKRE TIRE SALES CO. 2254 Washington Ave. BORAH ASSISTS , for-Vb- id sub-mari- I nt - -. , sub-mari- ne eub-narin- es MM 4a (By the Associated Press.) Military bands and 'singingr clubs are marchins the streets 'tonight. The Christmas dinnerin will the mark only the midway point COBLENZ, Dec. 24. holiday which every one tfeems to be preparing: to enjoy "Each of the 3,000 men of the a bag of American forces will receiveEntertain-ments tobacco. and fruit, candy Red the been have organized by Cross, the Y. M. C. A. and the Salva-tio- n Army, with sports of all kinds extending through Saturday, Sunday Ijand Monday. The Red Cross Is' providing dainties et the hospital, where the influenzaIndare progressing favorably, icating speedy end to the epidemic. The Germans are making much of the soldiers' gifts to the German and the choral clubs will sing the gifts are being, distributed. whlle 1 The British troops in the Rhineland thave arranged a program of sports observance, ;and extensive religious while the French will celebrate the day quietly. ' oo three-da- y thor-toughl- -- y. -- pa-ttlen- ts -- chil-.Sdre- n, , I BELFAST, Dec. 24. With particular reference to the Washington conference, Sir James Crais. the Ulster Press premier, gave to the Associated the i following correspondent today Christmas message to the American people: ."On behalf of Great Britain's greatest off spring. I gladly expresSxUlster's complete confidence in Mr. Balfour (head of the British delegation at the Washington conference), andzo hia colsecure leagues in their endeaTors permanent good will amongst the nations. This effort in the United States to promote universal trust and freedom from war. sanctifies the American soil and emphasizes the greatness of her people. "Ulster will rejoice with the world If there radiates from Washington this Christmas season the tidings of international peace, which will in the hearts of all of us add yet another star to the folds of' 'Old Glory. (Signed) "JAMES CRAIG. "Prime Minister of Nortflern Ireland." Generous'' Citizens , Prove There Really Is Santa: ; Claus in Ogden. -- , oo . MEXICAN CHILDREN ? AND PRIEST SLAIN -' USSIAN CAUS MERRY CHRISTMAS International News Service. ) , TUCSON. Ariz., Dec 24. According to a report received here from the Mexican border late today, 17 Mexican boys and girls, together with a priest, were massacred in the state of Tlaxcala, Mexico, by a gang of More than 80 graJlons of grape wine bandits. It was said a posse had picked were seized last night by Sheriff Richard Pincock and Deputy Fred Tout, tip the trail of the bandits. when the officers raided a house at 2127 Wall avenue and arrested OrlanNOTEDAUTHORITY do Mozzone, 39 years of age, an ItalON ORATORY DEAD ian. The wine was brought to the sheriffs office in a motor truck and stored to be used later as evidence. Mozzone was later released after de Sumual. Silas BOSTON, Dec. 24. of the $300 cash bail. and founder positing president Curry, OO "Boston school of oratory and" a former instructor at Harvard and Yale;, diedau-at NEW STYLE OF CAP .his home here today. He was the FOR ARMY OFFICERS thor of many books on the subjects of and oratory and for many elocution" ' years edited "Expression," a quarterly 24. A new WASHINGTON, lie style of headgear Dec, Dr. Curry was 75 years old. for army officers to be known as "Pershing caps' will was born in Chatata, Tenn. oo be similar In color and material to ARCHDUKE IS AG EXT the. present type, but the vizor is long-e- r '. VIENNA, Dec. 24 The former Ausand extends further from the foretrian archduke and admiral known as head with a slope of 55 degrees from Woelfing, has accepted a po- thp vertical. The top will be an inch LopoId sition as advertising agent for a local; broader and slightly than the ' present cap. "newspaper ( (Continued from Page One) 1 pound of candy and 1 pound of nuts, 3 cans of vegetables, 1 Jar of fruit, 1 package of package food, J and pound of butter, 1 loaf of bread . 1 small roast. . They were also supplied with shoes, clothing and toys of various kinds. The .work was done in a practical manner, Good Fellows being assigned to investigate needy cases in the beginning. This also was done in the spirit of kindness and it was discovered that the usual answer of the needy ones was, "We shall appreciate anything along that line.' I you could send' some sort of toys for the children, well, you know," and they would turn away. t And the Good Fellows, actuated by the spirit, "On Earth Pcice, Good did what they Will Towards Men . could. . - . oo- -- U. S. FAILS TO SETTLE UNDER SEA PROBLEM -- r - ; - hlg-he. r . (Continued from Pago One) ment into the controversy and that an Ultimate French decision on the compromise proposal constitute the point of departure for the resumption of negotiations on Tuesday, Under the American compromise In plan the submarine ratio would be. round figures. Great Britain, 6; United States 6; France 4; Japan 3, and Italy 2. The, Italian proposal fpr parity with France at 31,500 tons would change this to approximately a distribution, while if the Japanese built up from their present strengtn to 54,000, tons as they suggest they would have almost an equality with the reduced American and British submarine flotillas. , oo- -: And Just to think, you can get 3,300 crowns for a dollar over there and Charles can't land one! Dallas News. 1 ? ' . ' -- reg-ula- 1 . happiness." - oo Bf J. BART CAMPBELL, ' , -- Italy Is trying travel by issuing oo- to- - , . : BOTH SIDES IMPRESSED. While the group of senators includ ed some of the irreconcllables- led-bBorah, Republican, Idaho, there also were present senators of both sides who were favorabl disposed toward the armament conference and the pact. They maintained strongly Independent views as to the exclusion of Russia and Germany from the conference and whatever pacts are , evolved from it. Senator Ladd. North Dakota, non partisan Republican, declared that while he was inclined to support, the decision of the conference he was "fearful lest they would not result in those lasting peace because apparently nations participating had ' falledto consider the tremendous potentialities of the millions of people who are in cluded within the borders of Russia and Germany alone." "I 'can see some merit In the alms of the .conference and In the treaty," said Senator Ladd, "but I cannot see how either can accomplish the good results that the president has in mind, unless both Russia and the nations of central .Kuro'pe are given a voice in whatever plans are mapped out for permanent peace. "Until Russia and Germany,, at least, are Included In the decisions of how there the conference. I fall ta can be any assurance given for a permanent peace, either in Europe, or In Asia, and the Pacific,' VOCAL WAR AHEAD. Senator BoYah, who recently - de- four-pow- SM-- valh mfN&SBH AVE. upstairs ano savs HO t . Over Ogden-UUKnitting Store CLARENCE (CAD) CHILD, Manager h , j - four-pow- t t er manded In the senate that the American government recognized the Rus sian soviet government, intimated that he expected to carry his fight for the recognition of Russia and tot the complete resumption of trade and political relations between there and, the United States into the anticipated senPact ate , battle over the four-powand other decisions of the conference. Other senators in accord with Borah and Ladd declared that the Russian issue was bound to be a determining factor In the conference situation in the senate and they predicted that sooner or later the American government would be compelled to recognize the Russian soviet government. 4. t Appreciative of the very friendly and beneficial business er . oo - IB Mill iiri iiLLI i j -- 1 I relationships with our friends and patrons the past year, we take this occasion to express our gratitude and extend greetings of the season. TVe trust that 'you have all pros- .perea in the year 1921 asd that 1922 will be prosperous and happy for you. It has been eur desire to givt the best service we have and we are determined to v' follow the same policy in future dealings. 4- - 1 g e even-mor- 4 - NEW BRUNSWICK, N. J.. Dec. 24. George Gares, eought in connection with the murder of Tessle Kucharskl, 5, whose mutilated body was found stuffed in a suit case at a hotel here, was arrested shortly before midnight at Dayton, N. J. lie was captured by authorities at a lumber camp and offered no resistance. Police declared would not question Gares with they stimulate railway regard to the murder, pending arrival e here of the prosecutor's officers. tickets. .1 sp mm$ y er ' POPE AVOIDS REPLY REGARDING THRONES -- '..'.''-.,- . the Men's Upsta'irs Clothes Shop has been open, we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We knowyour anticipations, in buying Men's and Young Men's Clothing is part at big savings are being realized here and that this ' of your Christmas cheer. , J , International News Service. Washington, Dec 24. An organ-- ! Ized movement for the recognlUon of the Russian soviet government by the United States and the inclusion of the Russian and German government Inj the armament conference before it concludes its deliberations was planned at' a conference of Republi-j tonight can and Democratic senators. They declared that no permanent i peace could be devised without the! peoples of central and western Europe being taken Into consideration. . (International News Service) ROME, Dec. 24. The efforts of the world powers to promote international peace were extolled in the Christmas by greetings sent to Pope Benedict Cardinal Vanutelll, dean ot the college of Cardinals. The message declared that, among the many crumbling thrones, the papal see stands unshaken and exalted. Pope Benedict in his reply confined himself to a theological allocution. .: . ; Just as the old year isrnearing its close, the first year that -- WASHINGTON. Dec. 24. Holiday greetings to members of the various branches of the Ameriuan military es tablishment were extended tonight by Secretaries Weeks and Denby and Major General Lejeune, commandant of the marine corps. , adin a message Secretary Weeks r arm-- , national dressed to guard and organized reserve personnel said: "This year has been critical and important. The transformation of the elements of our national defense from a war to a peace basis has been completed. The regular army has undergone a trying reduction. Stringent measures of economy ' have been successfully effected. GOOD SPIRIT EVIDENT The foundation of our national defense has been laid in accordance with a definite military policy the first in the history of our government. The citizens training camps pf last summer were a success. Real progress has been made In rebuilding the national guard. The organization of the reserves is well under way. "The new year promises much constructive work in the development of the army of the United States. All of its members are performing their duties enthusiastically. The spirit of coarmy, operation between the regular national guard and organized .reserves Is growing with encouraging 'rapidity. "Veterans of the world war are the reorganizaearnestly assisting in tion of their old divisions. Young men who were Ineligible because of their youth for .service during the recent emergency, are recognizing their responsibilities . under the national defense act." . PROUD OF NAVY. The following messaage was sent by the secretary of the. navy tq all ships and stations: "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to the officers and men of the navy and marine corps. "To those who have served with us and are now, through operation of law, about to leave, I take this opportunity to say farewell and to express appreciation of your faithful service and work well done. "To all officers and men, I say again, I have complete confidence that you will ever keep the navy an organization in which we may take a Just which will command the pride and respect of our fellow countrymen. "Carry on." TO THE MARINES Generaf LJeune'a message said: "Everyone stationed at headquarters has my heartfelt good wishes for the holiday season. "I desire also to express my appre elation of the faithful, lo.yal service you have given to corps, and country 1921, and the hope that the during new year may bring you success and . . Achievements )oi' Army, Senators Launch Movement for Widening Scope of Navy p,nd Marine Corps Arms Conference Extolled. ne i " MILITARY ' t X . , . . '.. - ; " v ; ' , , ,' - ; Offden Paint, Oil & Glass Co. 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