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VOLUME XXXIV. LAURENS, SOUTH CAROLINA, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 1919. CHOICE OF-GENEVA AROUSES FitENCI .Joi With li Belgium In' Bitter CritiCisni W1lstill Turns Tide. Presidentt Speech Causes Bejection of lirus seis and Americans are iw Shun Paris. April 11.-Bitter criticism has beeni aroutsed in French and iBelgian uai ters o'ver the choosing of Geneva as the capital of the league of na tions. The fact that President Wil son's speech in behalf of Geneva was wholly responsible for the choosing of the Swiss city as against Brussels is greatly resented. "You will not dare to choose a city as the capital of the league of na tions which Incarnates the enmity be tween races, a city which has been wronged, doubtless, but which makes a reconciliation between the peoples of Europe more distant by the very wrongs It has Puffered," President Wilson is reported to have said to the delegates, In arguing against the se lection of Brussels. -Paul Hymens, Belgian ininister of foreign affairs, particularly resented the fact that the subcommittee delib crating upon the choice of the seat of the league never discussed the offer made by Gurgomaster Max of Brus sels, of the Egmont Palace. "Hlad London, Paris, Rome, or Washington been considered," said M. I Tymens, "we 'would have withdrawn ,with good grace. But when a city was decided on, we feel that it is Bel gium's right from a material and sen timental point of view that Brussels should have been chosen, "llad Zurich fought off the German hordes for 14 days, had Berne -been occupied August 20, 1914, had Geneva withstood the terrifle bombardment to which Antwerp was subjected, had the Swiss 'army .battied for four years along the Rhine as the Belgians fought and died along the Yser, then we .would understand why Geneva was selectcd." France was the only one of the great powers to voto for Brussels for the seat of the league. Signor Orlan do, the Italian premier, who spoke for only two minutes, said he was bound by the decision of the subcom mittee. When the vote was called for Great Britain. the Uinited States, Japan and Italy with two votes each and Serbia, Greece, Brazil and Poland each with one vote chose Geneva, a total of 12 votes. France with two Votes and CIina, Czecho-Slovakia, Port ugal and Belgium made up the minority of six 'otes. Thus Geneva became the cap ital of the league of nations. 'lhe feeling of bitterness against Americans whicli previously had been indicated became more pronounced to day along the boulevards and in the chamlber' of deputies. Frenchmen, forme-rly friends of Americans, and who had formerly greeted them warmly. shunning them. The query freli:(ently was heard, "When is Piesiadent Wilson irtub'ning home ?" W1'IISON IS OPPOSED) TO0 ANTii-.AP L1EOISLATIbON Secrettary oif Slate Jainsing So In forms the ('alifornian Sente by Ca Initrioduciition of aniti-.iaanese ieg ihaiin~ in the 'ailifor-nia legislature' wonu ild e ''extrtemtely tinfortuiinate at th - i time."' said Robert ha nsing, sec ret arv of state, in a enlie to th e sen ate 'f (CaIi fornmicrceiv"ed on TPhursvi Tihe text of the canbiegram tol lows: "Your i'(onsider-ate cabtiegram in re lation to the proposed landl legislat ion in the state of (Califor'nia aund in re gardi to the landing of so-called ipie ltore briides has been received. "1 wish to express to you, on behalf of the president and myself ouri ap preciation for yotur informing uts of the hilhls whleh will be int roduced in the state senate. In viow of the pr1esen t situtation in tntertnationcial af fairs htere in Pariis, it would be par iietlarly unfortunate to have these hills In toduced or consideed at this time." A dreision ntot to press to an um metdilate vote thle report. of thle senate rules committee denying him permis sion ao iiouice antil-.Taipanese legis tatiton, was reached by Senator- Innman in the midst of dclbate oni his demand for aac ror'd vote of I le Seniale On the rep'or't. T~e had decmandled thle vo1 te after receipt of Secretary Lansing's ('nh~l C BUY VICTORY BONDS ROBERTSON URIES War Loan Organization Head Is Sure They Will go to a Premium. Columbia, April 14.-The following statement was issued this morning by .lidwin W. Robertson, chairman of the war loan organization of the Fifth Tederal Reserve District: "I believe the secretary of the treasury has reached a wise and far reaching solution of the responsibill ty resting upon him and has given the people of our country a glorious opportunity, in addition to merely paying the honest debts of the nation, to make of themselves a real Inte gral part of their cointry and to control by direct owiersip of Its bonds the future welfare of out na tion and our people. It being the last of our war bonds to be issued I regard the making of it a close loan, in excess of which practically no subscritption will be accepted, will in sure their market value Witi the probability of their going to prem ium, and will also add greatly to the stabilizing the value of the Liberty bonds now outstanding which I fully believe will respond to the mar ket value of the bonds of the Victory loan and shortly reach a much high er level of price. The debt of our country is now fixed and no more war bonds are to be issued. This fact alone should make us hold tight to the bonds we now own and add to our holdings. luy bonds of the vic tory loan With the utmost good cheer and With every con(idence that the fuiure will sustain our Judgment that they will maintain their full par value, wit hevery likelihood of coml manding a premium before the year is out. While we have the oppor tunity let us provide ourselves with a real sure and safe reserve asset to protect us In old age or to meet any emorgency which may arise in our lives may make it necessary to quick ly acquire actual cash funds, in the meantime at all times receiving a just rate of Interets In our money. I feel every confidence 'that 1the 'Tictory bonds will be largely bought by the people from all sections of our land, a large oversubscription in fact, and I unhesitatingly urge the people of the 'fifth federal reserve district to secure their full allotment." MA,10t WORKMAN NOT IN CONGRIESSIONAL R(ACE Makes D0eiite Anmiouneeniemit at Greenviiille. Will lesume his Law Practice. Major W. ID. Workman, of Green ville, who has been spoken of as a possible candidate for congress ne:<t year, has definitely announced that he will not make the race, according to a news item appearing in the Green ville Daily News several days ago. Major Workman states that lie will immediately resume the practice of law upon his discharge from the army the last of the week. Th'le announcement of Major W~ork man removes thle name of one of sev cial canidiate s who have been spoken of in conmnection with this race. Ot hers w ho have been spoken of are Capit. .J. J. Mc~wain, formerly of t his county, and C'apt. 0. K. Mauldin, both of whlom have ~ beeni in thle army.,y Maj. C. C. Wychie, or Spa rtanbuimrg, has also been spiokeum a possibility bt he has not math- aniy annomincenment on t he subhject. Coing ressomani Sa m J. NichiolIs, I ihe~ t(i jinnthient, issued a statement froml Wash ingtoni several weeks ago hat he( wa c(onider ing returining to "OH, IF I COULD BREAK THIS COLD!" Almost as biooni as sald with Dr. King's New Discovery Get a bottle today! The rapidity with which this fifty. year-old family remedy relievea coughs, colds and mild bronchial attacks is what has kept its popularity on the Increase year by year. T'his standlardi reliever of (colds and coughingc spells never loses fiends. It does quickly and pceasantly what it is recommended to do. One trial puts it in your meichcinc caitnet as ablsoutely indiispensabie. Soild by all druggists. Bowels Usually Clogged ? Ucgulate them with safe, sure, com-. fortable l~r. King's New life Pills. Correct that ihlOufsnes, headache, soiur stonmachm, tongue coat, by climin. ating time bowel-clone. Coming Here C 4 .. r ORCHESTRAL The Orchestral Sextette will be the al coming Redpath Chautauqua. While ti delightful part of the program, the w< and quartets is equally notable. Selec popular aml classleal. his law practice 'or flnancial reasons and that he would not be in the race "if a good man comes ot." TR.AVELING MAN LO)SES 1IS LIQUOR AND HIS HAT Chief tihardson has Lively Foot 14ce Itli Man Carrying Valise Loaded with Booze. The piolice seized a valise contain ing 28 pints of F. F. C. and one-half pint of Sunny Brook liquors at an early hour yesterday morning after a lively race with the man who was transporting the -booze. The owner is wanted on the charge of transport ing and speeding. Chief Richardson and Officer Short er spied a traveler as he left a Sea 1:5MAR19 DAV] ILittlo Boy Kills Grandinother. playfully took hold or, 19 not known. A deplorable tragedy occurred last Tlie luSlnd was in Ilartsvile at Sattirday in the New Provi(lece sc- he til(.-Catiiidei ChronIcl. 1ion of Darlington county. Alts. Sim (1on1 C. Cross was accidentally shot and killed at her home by her little a o O i o wdrt one grandson. "- 1 t0W ooon it n gt'ads:4 11lIo01' oil Will burnl nlineteen hiours Just low the little fellow -I) wicks to gie trouble, burner ih lii' all t k f is noIron. to dschage te sotgu, Whch h S.M. & If I. \Vt AKlS & CO. SOLOMON SAYSMO No matter what you need in the Jewelry line, Graphophone Re cords, or your eyes fitted with proper glasses, come to me. I have been in Laurens ten years and have made more friends and satisfied customers than some peo ple that have lived here a life time. This I have accomplished by giving everybody a square deal. A word to the wise is sufficient. W. SOLOMON Reliable Jeweler Laurens, S. C. NEW and Dresses "ECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT NJ QUALITY WEEK IN LAURN ldses that hver-vd eeaie tnaewing! Tlhis IQhav accopl Itisd u yeslly riig evryhy squar d. Afl inr this wsecsiuffcint thWele. QUALITY up theeseason'sesocia ntbcoignesD rs e ss es-* *-~ se you.v been fr imnwaittingok~ Ncv Crebeorerereweaeysong! Thisgl $15.00 to city.7 trae.hreiaieageo Sew srn sltyles at- ,to h olrta ae o ewodressao any onge lik~V'Wlyli~ slee-lle ut d t foetas on' socalra I 11s ~ I rcst r veryitst(andthi ofthes Carocksin hautauqua Week SEXTETTE. trac(ion on the first afiternoon of the to ensemible work of the Sextette Is a irk of the arlists in soliN, ducts, trios tons are (qua1lly diviled between the boa rd train and the man was suspect ed of bringing in contraband. iHe was atccosted and a race began. The chief is a sprinter of sonic note, but the fugitive proved to he a runner of tore than ordinay ability. Thite o1 cer would get almost within reach of the fleeing nan when a spurt would lengthen the distance between the runners. The handle on the grip gave away and the load hit the ground. The mah's hat fell off and $7 worth of head gear Incidentally fell into the hands of the pursuing law. The fugitive won the race, but the booty Is at the police station. The chief said yesterday it the man is brought before the recorder he will answer to two charges, transporting 'liquor and speeding.The State. Spri SS SIMO: H4 ER E are the style for! Here are t] ica's best dressed won shop has the exclusi these charming creati< You have seen these r nounced in page ad month's Ladies' Home Come in and see the d If you want to take activities looking yous city is going to be ver come in and try one You will find just tha that personal touch, t: class modiste could gi Prices range from And if it's a case ol to harmonize with a n of a myriadl necessit pared to supply it. B these Dresses. ES-ROPE] L aurens. Soi.