99999999 9 ASSOCIATED 9 9 PRESS 9 9 DISPATCHES 9 99999999 VOLUME XXIII Mrs. Caldwell and Miss Hopkins Won Two Autos Given by Merchants’ Asso ciation in Connection With Trade Week.—Only Two Numbers Drawn. THOUSANDSMEET TO SEE DRAWING Pull Five Thousand Persons Crowded On and Near the School Ground. Trade Week Was Great Success. Miss Mmu ip Hopkins nnd Mrs. W. A. Caldwell won the two antos Riven by tlie Merchants Association as prizes for Trade Week. Miss Hopkins got tlx Chevrolet touring car. the first prize: and Mrs. Caldwell the Ford touring car, the second prize. Thy prize winners were determined Saturday night at 7 o'clock when the drawing for the prizes was held at Ceti- L traf (traded ftchool. The first number B?-1 drawn corres])on(fed th a number Miss Hopkins held and it was only a ques tion of a few minutes until the first prize was announced. It took only a little longer to determine the winner of the second prize. Mrs. Caldwell held the corresponding number to the second one drawn. (July -two numbers were drawn and at i :(SR o'clock the whole thing was oyer and the cars had been presented to the winners. Fully five thousand persons were pres ent to witness the drawing, the crowd being one of the largest if not the largest, ever assembled in this county. The en tire school lawn was . covered with mov ing, pressing, anxious humanity, and it would have been impossible for some of those in the crowd to have neard the de cision of the judges, they were standing so far from the actual scene of the draw ing- Traffic on part of Spring street, the whole of drove street, part of depot street, part of Franklin avenue and jwirt of I'nion street was practically at a standstill just before, during and imme diately after the drawing. Several thou sand cars were parked on these streets nnd little room was left for moving ve hicles. , There was no system to the parking. Everyone stopped at the first available o|M>n space, and cars were headed in ev ery direction. When the crowd started to move off there was general confusion. Traffic cops were placed at several street K corners near the school yard, but- thv jam had started before the officers Could get Hie cars in a systematic line, and as a result it was iuearly 8 o'clock before the last car was able to get away from the vicinity of the school building. No accidents were reported near the school though several persons were hurt on Franklin avenue some time before the drawing started but the accident could not be blamed on the congestion. Practically every family in Concord was represented at the drawing, and in addition hundreds of families living out side of the city were- also represented. The crowd was a cosmopolitan one in the strictest sense of that word, the rich and poor. white and colored rubbing elbows in their anxiety to get as close as possi ble to the ceuter of the scene. That the desire to own something, especially when that something costs nothing, is universal, was clearly showu by the tre mendous crowd. There were hundreds of persons in that crowd pleuty able to buy both a Chevrolet and a Ford, but they were just as anxious to w> a winner as was their poorer neighbor, who prob ably would have to have cut part of his ration or clothing'allowance to operate •one of the cars had he held the lucky numbin'. Most of the people in the vast throng who had a large number of tickets bad them numerically placed on isiper. Miss Hopkins and Mrs. Caldwell either had their numbers so arranged or they had few numbers, for it took them but a t£w seconds to learn that they held the lucky numbers. Some persons In the multitude had their tickets in large [six es, they had so many, while others had theirs tied on strings, wires or similar articles. Some of the tickets Were thrown on the ground when the contest was over, but most of them were carried off the school ground, those present be ing asked not to litter the school ground with them. It was the biggest crowd this city bas known in years if not in his- tory- The number of tickets issued during Trade Week is not definitely known. It is kuown however, that about 220,000 were pie)*red, but it has not been stat ed how many were not issued. The ex act amount of money represented by the tickets also is not known, as some mer chants gave two tickets for each $1 paid on account while other merchants fol lowed the rule of giving one ticket for each $1 paid on account as Well as one ticket for each $1 spent for a purchase. Trade Week was planned and sponsor ed by members of the Merchants Asso ciation. The trade event started Thurs day, May 24th and ended at 6 o’clock Saturday night. Practically every house in the city co-oi>enited and this full co otieration is generally regarded as the greatest factor in the success of the un dertaking. ■t At The Theatres. The Star today is offering a big fea ture with several stars. "The Mohicun’s Daughter,” and "The Fourflusher” are being shown today at the Piedmont. Beautiful Katherine McDonald is the stnr at the Pastime today in “Heroes and Husbands." — x~ A curiosity of Queensland is the frilled i lizard, which does not crawl, us . all other lizards do, bet walks aoout on its hind legs, and when standing perfectly erect is often more than a yard high. * j. il V -v. The Concord Daily Tribune SAY RUM RUNNERS USE SMOKE SCREEN Police of Washington Want to Determine Kind of Fuel Used by the “Runners.” 'St the Associated Press.) Washington, June 4.—The Police Com missioner of the District of Columbia has asked the Chemical Warfare Service if tlie Army to analyze the liquid burn **d in automobile engines by bootleggers here to throw out n smoke screen when endeavoring to elude the police. The dense smoke resulting from the enmbus ion of the liquid, the Commissioner said in transmitting the sample, contains "dangerous and offensive gases." It was desired to ascertain the nature of the gases and the liquid he said, in order o advise proper means for protection, ■gainst them. NEW ENGLAND STATES SEEK TO B 4 *K NEGROES Want End Put to Stream. Declare Negro is Mistreated in East. Boston. June 2.—Setting forth that the negro of the South is not bettering himself any by migrating to tile New England states ami that he is not improving his condition by removal to this section but is in fact creating con siderable hardship not only for him self hut for the northern members of his own race who really resent his arrival officials of the New England Chamber of Commerce today brought the matter to the attention of the New England governors in an effort to put an end to the steady stream of southern negroes arriving in the greater industrial cen ters. '»lmt the migration of the southern negro has actually become a serious problem to many New England com munities. is now a recognized fact. The recent statement issued by Governor McLeod of South Carolina, has -e --ceivcd widespread circulation in this section Never before has tlie position of the New England states relative to the negro question especially the south ern negro, been so ably presented. Municipal authorities of New Eng land. industrial chiefs and the press concur with Governor McLeod in the statement "that it is well for thought ful colored people to hear in mind that the exodus of the negro from the South is by no 1 means entirely the southern white mans problems. He can of course in time recover, and will. It Is primarily the problem of the negro. He goes to a new home, different oe cuiiaHon. different surroundings, and must find his way among another en tirely different elaHs of wffite people than those among whom he has been accustomed to live." According to the labor department of tlie several commonwealths, fully forty per cent, of the 'mfcgiy thousands of negroes who have arrived here from the South this year are now unemployed, nnd dependent upon charitable organi zations. As pointed out by the South Caro lina executive, race prejudice prevails in New England. A northerner*' will readily deuy this but the treatment ac corded the southern negro not only ns an individual, but emmasse, furnishes the proof. The Southern migrant, out of employment, without subsistence nas found it nse’ess to appeal to the north ern negro. Under the circumstances, the attitude of the latter is neither surprising nor unexpected. Governor McLeod hit upon the existing New Eng land situation when ho declared that the southern negro is wanted here only ns a laborer and is not welcome by other than those in whose employment lie goes. THE COTTON MARKET Was Weak at Opening. First Prices Be ing 13 Jo 25 Points Higher on Some Months. ißy the Associated Press.) New York, June 4.—The cotton mar ket was very weak and irregular at thp opening today. There- was buying of near mouths on relatively firm cables, better rejiorts from Manchester and larg er Liverpool spot sales, first prices be ing 13 to 25 points higher on July and September. New crop months were sold freely, however, owing to good weather reports from the South and opened at declines of 18 to 25 points. Cotton futures opened wenk: July 26;10; October 23.30 to 23.<15; Decem ber 22.35 ; March 22.35. CIVIL WAR SOON IN HONDURAS PREDICTED Number of Women and Children Have Left That Country Seeking Safety. New Orleans, June 4 (By tlie Asso ciated Press.) —Reports of an impend ing civil war in Honduras were given impetus by the arrival here today from the Central American republic of several woiiien and children who had been sent to New Orleans for safety by their hus bands nnd fathers. Two Thirds of Town Wiped Out By , Big Blaze. Cannon,, N. H., June 2.—Two-thirds of this town was wiped out today by fire which caused the death of one luan, probable fatal injuries to another, and rendered two huudred persons homeless. Forty-two buildings were burned to the ground and it was be lieved the loss would be more than $500,000. Only a few buildings 1 in the entire community remained intact to night when the flames had, been brought under control or' had burned theqiselves out, despite the fact that fire apparatus from all the nearby cities and towns was called to aid. Mr. Eugene Lattimore. of Shelby, spent Sunday here with friends* / CONCORD, N. C„ MONDAY, JUNE 4, 1923 Big Rush of Shriners Into the National Capital in Full Swing the AaaocfatHl Preaa.» Washington, June 4.—The big rush of Shriners into Washington was on today, with the formal owning of their annual convention set for tomorrow when the first big parade of their program will take place on Pennsylvania avenue be tween the Capitol and the White House. The new arrivals marching from their trains with their bands playing, only served to increase t\e predominance of red. yellow and green costumes on the •apital’s streets, and the colors were ev *n thicker in the hotel lobbies. Delegates representing many temples airrived yesr ferday and last night, those who got in during the day finding the city swelter ing. Preliminary activities began in enrnesi i today with the arrival of Jas. R. Me- I C'andlessfi of Honolulu, the Imperial j Potentate, and with numerous religious services at which Shrine musicians were I FIND DEAD BODIES OF POLICEMAN AND NEGRO Believed the Negro Killed Officer and Then Turned Same Gun on Himself. (By Prew.‘ Valdosta, Ga., June 4.—Police officers who lafcfr last night answerejl, u call from a building in a negro section here found the body of J. R. Graham, policeman, oil n stairway of the on the upper lunding of the sn*j& they found the body of Will Itoberts. a negro for whom Graham had been searching. Graham’s head was almost severed from the body by a load from a shotgun. Officials believe that Roberts, who ear lier in the night bad shot his fafherin law through the arms and neck, killed Graham and then turned the shotgun on himself. TRINITY COMMENCEMENT Alumni Matters Get Attention During Second Day of 71st Commencement. (My the Axsoclntetl Frews.| Durham. June 4.—Selection of an alunvm secretary, further action regard ing tne revolving fund, and the proposal to publish the alumni organ monthly in stead of quarterly were the principal matters to come before the Alumni Coun cil of Trinity College at its meeting here today. The revolving fund planned pro vides collection of the interest on one million dollars in annual subscrip tions from the alumni. The session of the Council oi>ens the second day of the 71st annual commence ment at Trinity. The board of trustees meets this afternoon to hear the an nual report of President Few and tn transact business affecting the College. GRIER FRIDAY "MAY BE SENT TO WASHINGTON Clark Griffith in Raleigh Today to Watch Work of the Raleigh Star. (By the Associated , Raleigh, June 4.—Clark Griffith, own er of the Washington Americans, and Billy Smith, one of his scouts, were in Xtnleigli today to watch Grier Friday, the Capital's star pitcher, work in the Pied mont League against Greensboro. Friday, a native of Oherryville, N. C„ has won seven games, lost none and tied one this season in the Piedmont league. Last year he had a record of 22 games won and 14 lost. Billy Smith saw Friday shut out Durham Thursday. BANDITS NOW JOINING GOVERNMENT FORCES All Foreigners Probably Will Be Releas ed During Next Several Days. Peking, Juue 4. (By the Associated Press). —Enrollment of the Shantung bandits into the national army is pro ceeding at Tsaochwang, according to ad vices received at the American legation today, but those of the bandits who do not desire to become soldiers are slipping away and leaving their rifles behind. The members of the legation feel that it will be only a matter of days until the eight foreigners stiil held will be released. Weekly Cotton Review. New Orleans, June 3.—Trading in cot ton last week was done on a long de cline, highest prices being made on the opening session, while lowest deeember prices were reached on the closing ses sion. At the highest the , trading posi tions were 25 to 31 points over the close of tlie preceding week, while at tlie low est they were 17oses the only exceptions in the wall thrown up within the three-mile limit are the usual amenity accorded diplomats and the priv ileges allowed foreign vessels of war. Al so vessels forced by distress into an Am erican harbor and able to show that the necessity of refuge was grave, will, if they have liquor aboard. be permit ted to give bond for faithful observance of the dry law. While some Treasury officials felt that Congress* might find away of relieving a situation which it was generally agreed would prove embarrassing to internation al commerce, others were convinced only a change in the 18th amendment itself would permit this. TWO STEAMERS RUN TOGETHER IN SMOKE Steamers Schiller and Wilkinson Collide Off Point Iroquois. Midi., Sault Ste Marie, Mich., June 4. —The steamers Schiller ami Wilkinson were in collisiou off lH>int Iroquois about mid night last night, tlie former being bench ed to prevent singing, according to word received here today. The Wilkinson is believed to be only slightly damaged, and is on the way back to this port. A heavy fog and smoke due to forest tires was re sponsible for the collision. REV. WALTER ROWE TO GIVE I P HICKORY CHURCH Has Accept Chair of New Testament Theology' in Central Seminary'. (By (hr Associated Press.) Hickory, June 4.—The I lev. Walter W. Rowe, pastor of the Corinth Church here, of the Reformed Church in the United States since 11)17. announced to day that he had accepted the chair of New Testament Theology in Central Seminary at Dayton, Ohio, aud will as sume his new duties in September. With Our Advertisers. Before buying auto tires see the prices at the Central Filling Station. Hose in black, brown, cinnamon, etc., at the Specialty Hat Shop. Boys, join the W. J. R. C. and be come a crack shot. See ad. of the Ritchie Hardware Co. for particulars. The Automatic refrigerators sold by the Concord Furniture Co. save food, saves health and takes less ice, says tlie new ad. of that company today. You can always get a cool, refresh ing drink at Cline's Pharmacy. Ladies can find outing clothes of all kinds at Fisher's. Kuppeuheimer good clothes are sold here by W. A. Overcash. Safe deposit boxes can be secured at the Citizens Rank and Trust Company for only $1.50 a year. The county commissioners are hold ing their June meeting at the court house today. Up to the noon hour only routine matters had been presented to the board, but it is probable that sev eral matters of more than passing in terest will be presenred during the afternoon session. Now Is The Time To Subscribe For Stock in The 70th Series Concord Perpetual Building And f Loan Association n SERIES STARTS SATURDAY, JUNE 2nd BOOKS NOW OPEN FOR SUBSCRIPTIONS AT CABARRUS SAVINGS BANK CONCORD AND KANNAPOLIS, N. C. Do you want a good, safe, tax-free investment for your savings? Do you want to borrow money to buy or build a home? THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE. C. W. SWINK, Pres. H. I. WOODHOUSE, Sec-Treas. P. B. FETZER, Assistant Treasurer * TODAY’S i * NEWS « » TODAY 3 NO. 132. ... TAN OPPOSED TO NIODIF INC ANY OF PROHIBITION LAWS The National Committeeman From This State Says He Thinks Majority of People Want Prohibition. WET CANDIDATE WILL COME OUT For Presidency, Mr. McLean Thinks, But Such a Candi date Has No Chance of Being Elected. .By the Associated Press.) Lmnberton, June 4.—"1 am unaltera bly opposed to modification of the Vol stead law, as suggested by Governor Smith, of New York.” declared A. W. McLean, democratic national committee man for North Carolina, in reply to an inquiry by a Washington news agency. ”1 believe that the overwhelming sen timent of the people of this State and of the United States is against any mod ification of either the 18th amendment, or the Volstead Act and that they favor tile strictest enforcement of the law ns it now exists.” Mr. McLean said he had been reliably informed that "a very determined effort” Would be made by the anti-prohibition forces in various sections of the country to obtain control of the next democratic convention for the purpose of inserting a plank in the platform for modification of the Volstead Act so as to iiermit the sale of light wines and beer. This he said, would be done by an* act of Con gress allowing each state to fix its own alcoholic content in accordance with the sentiment in each state. The anti-prohibition forces, Mr. Mc- Lean said, will undoubtedly attempt to nominate a candidate favorable to the modification of the Volstead Act. Regarding a report that former Pres ident Wilson was in favor of modifica tion so as to permit sale of light wines aud beer. Mr. Mclwan said that while he had no definite information as to Mr. Wilson's position "from general infor mation" which he had as to Mr. Wilson's attitude, lie did not believe the former President would favor such a plank in tire democratic platform. The wet element in the democratic par ty are <4aimiug that they will have con trol of the next convention. Mr. McLean said, due to the votes of the large states like New York, New Jersey. Pennsylvan i it, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Cali fornia. MAYOR FREED Mayor of Fayetteville Charged With Vio lating State Automobile Law. .By the Associated rrenn.t | Fayetteville. June 4.—Mayor H. M. 'Robinson, charged with violating the state automobile law. the summons being served several days ago after lie bail started a campaign to enforce the city traffic ordinances, was acquitted in the recorder’s court today. The recorder held there was no ease against the Mayor as the latter was merely a passenger in. the car. I)r. G. K. Patterson, alderman of the sixth ward, driver of the car. was found guilty of driving without lights and was assess ed with the costs. Resigns From Farm Loan Hoard. .By the Associated Press-* Washington, June 4. —The resignation of Charles E. Lobdell as head of the Farm Loan Board, and the appointment of Louis ,T. Pettyjohn, of Dodge City. Kans., to succeed him. was announced today at the White House. Supreme Court Ruling. New York, June 4.—State statutes prohibiting the use of foreign languages in public, private and parochial schools in lowa, Nebraska and Ohio, aud 18 other states instructing pupils below the Bth grade were held invalid today by tiie Supreme Court. Declines to Take up Case. IBy the Associated Pres*., Washington. June 4.—-The cases brought to determine the constitutional ity of the Sheppard-Towner maternity act were dismissed for want of jurisdic tion by the Supreme Court which refhs cd to i>ass upou the validity of the law.