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Today Earthquake in Rome— Small. China Sentences a White Man. Dead Together—and Happy. ^ By ARTHUR BRISBANE^ A slight earthquake shock was felt in Rome last week. Fortu nately, it may be assumed that the ancient monuments, woYth more to the world than any number of mcdern millions, have long since proved ability to stand any ordi nary earth movement. An earthquake doing serious damage to Rome, especially to St. Peter's with its ceilings painted by Michael Angelo, would be a loss to the entire world and to future ages. Michael Angelo, at one time, complained to the pope that con tractors were supplying him with inferior materials, pointing out that except for the good it might do his soul, he was not making a penny for his work on the great church. The pope promptly assist ed him. It is to be hoped that no inferior plaster or stone jeopard izes any part of that structure. “When China moves she will move the world.”—Napoleon. China moves slowly, cautiously,' considerately. You realize read ing today’s dispatch from Harbin announcing that a Chinese court for the first time in history sen tences a white man to death. The white man is Korniloff, a most desperate Russian criminal. He, with a companion, escaped from a Chinese court, although he was manacled, using two revolvers with his manacled hands to shoot down and keep back the police, That is the old Russian type of criminal, with endurance and in difference to pain beyond modern comprehension. You read of three Russian bandits of the 18th century, brothers, described by the French ambassador. One, that had been tortured and broken on the wheel, for five hours, lifted his broken arm, passed his sleeve across his nose, and when he saw blood on the wheel, wiped it off with his sleeve. There is terrific power in the Russian people. Western European nations may re alize it in sorrow some day if they continue their contemptuous atti tude toward Russia. “When Russia moves, she will move the world with a vengeance." This will interest millions of husbands and wives more than any other news of the day: Jean Francois Perinel, and his wife, Marie, died in their horns near Lille in France, at exactly the same minute. Ill, in separate rooms, neither knew of the other’s illness. Where did those two souls, that had lived so long together, go, as they left the earth simultaneous ly? How fast did they travel, and in what direction? Did the souls recognize each other as they started off? What are they doing and saying now? Can they talk with vocal cords, tongue, teeth and the other ma :hinery for articulate sound? Are they united at last never to be separated, to live through all eternity, never worried, never ill, never poor, above all never jeal ous. Those who call marriage a fail ure and weep over divorce court revelations may find consolation in the fact that millions of hus bands and wives would ask no greater happiness than to leave the vworld as Jean Francois Pennel and his wife left it together. Mar riage is no failure. It is the one Influence that has built up civiliza tion, compelling the man to be have himself, more or less, and take material responsibility for the children, while the wife did all the est of the important work. When Duge appeared in New Vork for the last time on Friday ifternoon crowds waited outside in vain hope for a seat. Some of the best known actors and actress es in America sat in the gallery, ;lad of a lesson in acting from the greatest living teacher. A wo man, 65 years old, who uses no baint nor powder, relying for ‘color and effect” on what she has In her brain and in her eyes. That proves that the beauty worth while s as deep as the soul, not skin leep. The London Times says "there 's abundant justification for the VIonroe doctrine.” There is, and what is more important, there is. the United States back of the doc •rine. That it is as valuable to Europe is it is to this country is admira bly set forth in a brief study by 3ir Frederick Pollock, greatest 'British authority on international AW. (Copyright, 1123 ) Shunning Men Healthy? Tnylorvllle, III.. Dec. 3.—"Because t lmv8 never been bothered with a man.*’ was the reason ascribed by MIhh Mnrgaret Campbell of this city tor her belna well and happy on her ptith birthday Saturday. If You Are Seeking HEALTH Investigate Chiropractic No matter what your disease may be, you can investigate with safety, as no qualified ) practitioner will ac cept a case he cannot help. 1712 Dodge, Gardner Bldg. ATIantic 1203 . I ■M,.-,—' Gov. Bryan Hesitates on Cass Case Although County Attorney and Sheriff Are Indicted, State Executive Puts Off Requests for Suspension. Legislature Gave Power Lincoln. Dec. 3.—Whether or not guhernational action leading to the removal, from office, of Sheriff Carl D. Quinton and other law enforce ment officers of Cass county under indictment by the grand jury, will be Instituted still is an open question. Governor Bryan declared last night. He admitted that he received a number of letters from residents of Cass county asking that Quinton be removed, but explained that the jury had simply sent hint a copy of the indictment, with no request for action attached. “You may quote me as saying that I will do nothing until I am definitely assured that the misdeeds with which Sheriff Quinton is accused fall within the scope of the law recently passed by the legislature which gives the gov ernor power to file charges against a law enforcement officer, suspends him while the investigation is pend ing. and fill his place with a tempor ary appointee,” the governor said. "I have received from the clerk of the court, a copy of the indictment drawn against Quinton but not of those under which the other officers are being held,” the governor con tinued, "however I must be sure that there is sufficient evidence.” The law to which Governor Bryan refers is an amendment of the ohi Sackett law, differing in that the gov ernor is given more power over coun ty affairs. He now has the right to appoint the temporary incumbent, a right formerly enjoyed by the county commissioners, and has the further right to suspend the officer immedi ately upon the preference of the charges, instead of having to first prove his case. The governor now expresses the opinion that the law applies only to cases of officers executing the prohi bition statutes and that he cannot use It to relieve Quinton because of other charges made against him by the jury. “One of the counts charges Quinton with a misdemeanor committed more than a year ago,’’ the governor said, "and it may be that the new law can not touch him since It only became active in August.” Burglars Get Over 100 Suits of Clothing at Algona Special Dispatch to The Omaha Bee. Algona, la., Dec. 3.—The clothing store of Zender A Caldwell wag entered Thanksgiving night and be tween 110 and 120 suits of clothing stolen. The thieves tied the suits taken from racks, hangers snd all, In bundles, and In their hurry to get away left a bundle containing about 50 suits. It Is thought that representatives of an organised gang committed the theft. Zender & Caldwell offer a reward of 1600 for the return of the goods and the arrest and conviction of the thieves. The loss Is 13,000. Heads Older Boys. Lincoln, Dec. 3.—The stale Older Boys' conference, which Saturday concluded a three-days meeting, elect ed Elred Larson of Oakland presi dent for the coming year. Charles Sheldon of Columbus was elected vice president; Hawfhorne Arey, Omaha, secretary; Fred Hauck, Sew ard, treasurer. The selection of Columbus as the meeting place next year concluded the business sessions. Nearly 200 boys were present at the reunion banquet held Saturday night at the red room of the Lincoln Y. M. C. A. All Night Fire Leaves Tijuana in Ruins This photo of ruing in Tijuana. Mexico, gives indication of the way the city looked after an all night fire had razed practically every building in it. British Bulldog Will “Come Back” Is Assurance of Consul On!) Three British-Born Seek Aid in 2o Years, Matthew Hall Declares. "The British bulldog never admits defeat.” . Matthew A. Hall, British consul In Omaha for 25 yeaNi, leaned hack confidently In his office chair at 624 Omaha National bank building and expressed his faith in the ability of his mother country to "comeback.” "No, Great Britain isn't going to be on her feet today. Nor tomorrow. But the British bulldog just clamps his jaws and goes at it again. It is a characteristic of the country, and of the people who live there. The Knglish bulldog is already on the highway to recuperation, and he isn't going to rest until he pays back every dollar of debt. Yes, I'm dead sure he's going to recover.” At first the consul was rather ret icent about granting an interview. Only after he had been informed that this was only one of a series of simi lar Interviews did he modestly agree to be questioned. "All right, I’ll an swer whatever you ask me,” he ven tured. And he did, with visible ease. Few Pleas for Aid. According to Mr. Hall, no official records of the number of Omahans or Nebraskans of British birth are kept at his office. "It Is not neces sary,” he declared. "In the last 25 years I have had hut three pleas for aid. All of these were from those driven desperate through the loss of those who bring In the family budget, and all were victims of poor health. The British born cltiren Is proud of his reputation and of his family. No matter how hard he finds the struggle for existence, he keeps it to himself, and manages to come through sooner or later. Anyhow, the great majority of those who come to the United States take out naturalization papers at once.” Although there are no ^official records of the number of British born citizens In Omaha, Mr. Hall estimated the number at between 5,000 and 10,000. "According to figures gather Noon Lunch Special 11 A. M. to 1 P. M. Juicy, Hot Barbecued 1 C Beef Sandwiches. Served on Rye Bread with our famous sauce. Come in and try one. I ' RUIT CAKE to be PER FECT has to be made by experts—and experts make Northrup-Jones Fruit Cakes. Each bite makes you want another. Our Fruit Cakes are made of the best fruits, nuts, spices, etc., that we can buy and, being made in the Butter milk Shop way, have an unique taste. They are real old-fashioned Fruit Cakes—so there is no need of your making your own. Just call at The Buttermilk Shop and the size you want is ready for you— 90c a Pound •icmos SuTTraMiLKT 6mor. Northwest Corner. 16th ^ Fsrnam Sts. Matthew A. Han. ed at the registration hero 20 years ago, there were at that time 3,000. Judging from the number who come to me for passports, it is safe to assume that there are at least that number and probably more,” he added. Many Follow Trades. "The British immigrants follow a wide variety of occupations," he con tinued. "America is considered a Mecca of opportunity for the work man especially, for In Great Britain 1,400,000 are unable to find employ ment. The Immigration quota to the United States Is continually filled, al though great number* flock to Can ada, which has been forced to make temporary limitation* on Immigration until those already there can be ac commodated. For the Immigrants rarely have any money to bring into the country. After the first year, they make thrifty and Industrious citizens. "In the United Stales many British born workmen follow’ the trades," he January Clearance Sale Always a week or a month ahead of the procession—now copies our January Clearance of fine Coats and Dresses, Sweaters, Blouses, Skirts. asserted. "The agriculturist, the skilled and unskilled workman alike find prosperity and employment Very many are extiert mechanics. A large number of them are employed right here down tit the Union Pacific shops. Quite a bit of inheritance money passes between the two coun tries. Right now I have six estates here which I am to turn over to their British heirs. Of these, two or three go to people living in Ireland. Of the money which passes back and forth I would be inclined to Judge that which goes from the United States to Great Britain is slightly larger than that which comes from the other side. Prominent in la-gal Affairs. "Oil there's not much to say about my own life,” He answered when asked for a biography. "It’s only or dinary and commonplace—Just hard work and attending to business." Besides earing for the duties of con sul. Mr. Hall maintains a law office at 624 Omaha National bank building. During his life he has engaged in a variety of occupations, including trav eling salesmanship, teaching and pub lic service. He Is also an active club man. The present consul is of Canadian birth and Scotch-English parentagp. He was horn in Scarborough, Can., in 1862, and received his education in Your Credit IS GOOD HERE! GOOD CLOIHES Men, Women, Children. QUALITY DIAMONDS— Elgin Watches, 1847 end Com. munity Silverware. ! 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System, tgil Dodge St, Omaha, Pbonl Jackton 5|j, Consolidated T.cket O&.e Union Station I, 4 Dodge St. Phone Atlantic grig °r ,0th and Marcy Street* Union Pacific Ontario school* and college*. Later he taught Bchool for several years, and finally became a knight of the grip for the Standard Oil company. In 1885 he settled in the United States, and after taking a degree of law at the University of Wisconsin, he came to Omaha in 1888, where he has since made his home. During his stay here Mr. Hall has been a prominent figure. He has served as state senator, has been a member of Ak-Sar Ban board of gov ernors. a leuder among the Masons anr numerous other organizations. He Is a naturalized citizen of the United States and is active In church affairs, having been a member of the vestry of All Saints church for a good many years. In 1912 he was president of the Omaha Bar association. Motor Deaths in State Increase Washington, Dec. s.—Deaths from automobile accidents numbered 11,666 last year In the census registration area of the United States, which con tains 85 per cent of the total popu lation, an increase of 1,498 over the previous year. The total number of killed, as shown In census bureau figures today, repre sents a death rate of 12.5 per 100,000 population, an Increase of 1 for every 100,000, as compared with 1921, when the rate was 11.5. Since 1917. when the rate was 9.0 per lOOilOO, there has been an Increase of 3.5 per 100,000 In the deaths. California has the highest rate of the 37 states in the registration area, its total representing 26.0 per 100,000 population. The rate in states showing Increases and the amount of increase Include: California 26.0, an Increase of 1.6; Colorado 16 3, increase 3.7; Kansas 9.8, Increase 0.5: Missouri 9.4. Increase 1.3; Nebraska 9.9, increase 2.0; Cities showing increases, with the rate per 100.000 and the amount of the increase rate include: Denver 20.9. an Increase of 4.6; Kansas City. Kan.. 15.8 and 4 2; Los Angeles, 29.5 and 2.4; Oakland, 17.6 and 2.1; Omaha, 12.0 and 0.3; Salt Lake City, 19.4 and 5.6.1 and San Francisco, 22 3 and 4.2. M’Adoo Praises Railroad Men Former Secretary of Treasury Reviews Railroad Situation During War. By AuMHlatfd PreM. San Francisco, Dec. 3.—YV. O. Mc Adoo, former secretary of the treas ury and director general of the rail roads during the war, does not regard government ownership the "wisest so lutlon” of the American railroad prob lem. he told members of the Brother ' hood of Locomotive Firemen and En ginemen In an address here last night Mr. McAdoo was the principal speaker at the celebration of the 50th an niversary of the railroad order. The former director general de clared that the railroads of the United States and the loyalty of their em ployes saved the allies during one of the greatest emergencies of the world war. rushing wheat to a short-ra tioned western front. Discusses Present Problems. Referring to "Our railroad prob lem." Mr. McAdoo said: "Personally. I do not believe that 'government ownership is the wisest solution. An earnest effort should be made to secure railroad reform pre serving the principle of private opera tion, but under more effective federal regulations. If that falls, ^fter a final test, government ownership may be come inevitable." The former treasurer said the prob lems of every industry came under three heads, as follows: To command an ample supply of capital: to command an amide supply of labor; to improve the product and furnish it at decreasing cost. Railroads Now Archaic. "Our railroads are in large part archaic,” he said. "They must be modernized.” Mr. McAdoo reviewed the railroad situation in the United States from a period several months before Amer ica entered the war until the close of hostilities and also went exhaustively into the question of wages for rail road employes. After declaring that the world war was brought to a close one year ear lier than anybody had expected, main ly through the efforts of the Amer ican railroad man in pouring supplies find troops from all points of the « country to the Atlantic port outlets, Mr. McAdoo estimated that the sav ing In dollars and cents to the nation was $21,900,000,000 in thus contribut ing to the close of the conflict. He estimated that upwards of 500.000 American soldiers' lives also had been preserved. Capitol Cost to Exceed Estimate Lincoln. Dec. 3.—The new Ne braska capilol will cost $2,000,000 more than the $5,000,000 appropriated by the legislature for its construction, according to an estimate submitted by \V. L. Younkin, assistant to Architect Goodhue. Mr. Younk.n, who Is actively supervising the construction works, thinks the second section of the budding will cost more than the first section, now partly completed, and places the excess at around $400,000. He bases his estimate on prices for material remaining as they now are. It is roughly estimated by Mr. Younkln that the first section, now well along, will cost $2,600,000; the second section. $3,000,000 and the third section comprising the tower. $1,500, 000. making the final total cost of the bit Ming approximately $7,000,000. The levy from the original appro priation by the legislature of $5,000, 000, It is believed, will keep the con tractors paid until subsequent legis latures can act on the question of additional appropriation. A subcommittee of the state capi tol commlss.on is now engaged In a study of the advisability of changing the basis of pay to Architect Goodhue from a yearly salary of $25,000 to S per cent commission on the totaH* coat. The capitol commission has the right to exercise this option under the contract with Mr. Goodhue. A temporary heating plant for the first section ;s expected to be In oper ation at an early day. Mr. Coupon ,€>d6ra & Ca Madame has said that these are the Fashion Favored Fabrics Chiffon Velvets With an artful drape of Madame’s skill, a velvet dinner gown will prove a very small expenditure, for it requires but little ma terial, and practically no trimming. Our French im ported all silk velvet is an exceptionally beautiful quality, particularly adapt ed to draping. Fashion's best shades in 40-inch width. Yard, $8.50 and $9.50 Metal Brocades Fascinatingly interwoven with color, the metallic sheen of these brocades gleams and glistens in the brilliant light of a ball room. 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