Todays Weather prince RuperV-Overcast, light southeast wind barometer, 29.68; temperature, 48; ea smooth. Vol. XXII . No. 248. Tomorrow's Tides Sunday, October 25, 1931 High :30 am. 18.9 ft 12:34 pjn. 20.7 It. Low 8:30 a.m. 6.6 ft. 19:04 pm 4.2 ft. OPINION )JV FAVOR OF GOVERNMENT WINNIE DEFENSE CLAIMED phwnl Woman Admit Killing plr After Having Been Attacked By Them LOS ANGELES, Oct. 2t: Mrs. Winnie Ruth Judd, aged 26, wniht for five days In connection with the murder of two women, Mrs. Hedvig Samuelson and Mrs. Aines. Anne Urol of Thoe-nii, nhose bodies were discovered In trunks shipped here from Phoenix, surrendered to the police snd sheriff's officers here bst night. Mrs. Judd claimed that she bid shot the two women In self-defence after both had attacked her, She will be returned to Phoenix to face murder charges. She is the wife of Ilr. William C Judd of Phoenix. SEIZURE IS COMPLETED ruhlni Vessel Southend Taken tlcre to Satisfy Claims of Edward Llpsett, Ltd. VICTORIA, Oct. 24. As marshal In irtmiralty for British Columbia, H. W Ooggln has completed seizure of the fishing vessel Southend taken it Pnnrr Rupert to meet the claims of Edward Llpsett. Ltd, fish supply company for $4,836. Overland Hike From Woodworth To Delhi Bay A man named Alex Macdonald became lost yesterday while hun'.-Ing In the vicinity of Woodworth Lak und some alarm was felt. He 'uniort up safely .however, thl morning at the Rupert Marine Products plant in Delhi Bay. He v apaprently, little the worse 'or the long tramp and the night out Card of Thanks Thr roiattv in aitanH nnri - VIVID 1 JJ Mr and Mrs. W. F. Eve of Anyox : h to thank all those who extended sympathy or sent flowers on the occasion of the death of Alex N. Davie. Those sending flowers were: Prince Rupert Kalm Chapter. No. 13, Campbell Dultr and Stewart friends, Tslmp-tean Lodge No. 58. South Africa Mr and Mrs. A. Morton. A"ce Arm W B. Bower, Mr. and Mrs.. B. Moss. Wll Rlvrr Chris Capo. Anyox J"s of Staff Pioneer Mess. B. P. O. Efts No. 47. Observatory Chapter 23, Polly Brisbane, Mr. and Mrs J A. Anderson, Anderson chll-Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Long. 0. wutherg, Fred C. Graham, Warehouse staff Oranby Co Companion Smlthers, Enoch Lodge No. B9- Mr and Mrs. B. M. Buck. Ml. nd Mrs. w. F. Eve and family. L. Pestoke, Mr. and Mrs. J. Wler, and Mrs. C. II. Clay and fam-u James Peacock. vt JUDD SURRENDERS-11 COLORFUL MARRIAGE Queen Mary Present When Her Niece Is Married Today to Commoner Costumes Pretty Lady May Cambrldte Bride of Capt. Henry Abel Smith BALCOMBE, Eng., Oct. 24. In the presence of Queen Mary, the bride's aunt, and a large assemblage, Lady May Cambridge, daughter of the Earl of Athlone. was married today to Capt. Henry Abel Smith. i commoner, in the little church of 3alcombe. She was the first royal bride In England who did not promise at the altar to obey her husband. Lady May Cambridge Is the daughter of the Earl of Athlone and Prices Allco. Countess of Athlone. Apart from the fact the bride Is so closely related to the King and Queen this wedding has attracted a phenomenal amount of pleasur able Interest. The Earl or Atnione had a memorable' tenure of office as Ooverrior-OeneJaL of SouthM-frlcaY and Lny Ma CamWge shares to the full the gracious qual ities which her mother. Princess Alice, has always exhibited. Lady May's gradmothers, the late Duch ess of Albany imotner oi me nniintAM of Athlone) and the Duchess of Teck i mother of Queen Mary and of the Earl of Athlone j were perhaps the most popular per-wnaees in the royal circle during the later years of Queen Victoria's reign. Many people who remember Her Majesty Queen Mary when she was "Princess May" find similar) traces of character In the Lady May ( Cambridge of today. Lady May Is ' the only member of the Englisn royal family who has been educated at what Is known as a "puouc school." She spent some time both at a school in Eastbsurne and at St. Paul's School. Hammersmith. cDt. Hennr Abel Smith, whom she has married, was for some time ADC. to Lady May's father when he was Governor-General of South Africa. He belongs to the family uhn founded the firm of Smith. Payne and Smiths, one of the old- style banking firms estabilsnea in th iRth Century. The family of Smiths Is related to several notable branches of the peerage. Lady May Cambridge wore a veil of priceless old Honlton lace, lent to het by the Queen. The veil was worn by Princess Alice, tne onae s mother, when she was married to the Earl of Athlone. It Is one of the most treasured family possessions belonging to the Queen. Simplicity and tradition formed the key-note of the design of Lady May's gown. Plain and unorna-mcnted. the dress made a striking setting for the fair beauty of Lady May, and orange mossoms. time-old emblem of a bride, crowned her hair. The gown was of perfectly plain pearl-colored satin antique, cut on tight modern lines to suit the slim, girlish figure of the bride. The bodice fitted closely to the figure, satin clung to the and ana the me iuvciy lovely v. --- mu wt ck ui ua- uraui jwuiiuui waist and hips, falling in graceful Q. Mrt WUnam m. Boyle, a former folds to an ankle-length skirt, cut mldent 0 Telkwa and more rc-on full and flowing lines. "Blcjntly at Ashcroft. It was only a mitten sleeves add a touch of pic-1 few vteks, ago that Mr. and Mrs. turesque grace, and a long and very Boyje left xelkwa where Mr. Boyle . . , . aattn fall- . . i u i -.v, ample train oi iusuuuo - in fmm the shoulders en.imi the beauty of the family veil. Many Bridesmaids I Lady May Cambridge had time Princesses among her bridesmaids. Baby Princess Elizabeth. Princesi (Continued on Page Four) NORTHERN AND CENTRAL BRITISH COLUMBIA'S NEWSPAPER PRINCE RUPERT, B.C., SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1931. Expectation Will be Accorded Large Margin at General Election on Tuesday Hon. C. A. Dunning I i Mentioned as possible su-cessor to Rl Hun V L Mackenzie King, us Liberal trader. VICTORY ON LOAD LINE Prince Rupert Partly Succeeds In Protest at Discrimination Prince Rupert's prolest against this port having to observe winter load line rules, while Vancouver can load to summer lines, has been partially successful. The Department of Marine lias given notice to this effect. After the local Chamber of Commerce had made a- vigorous protrst at the discrimination against this port, the minister of marine discussed the matter with the' International convention and that body has now agreed to permit summer load lines to apply all the year around on ships proceeding to and from Prince Rupert via the Inside Passage. However, if they proceed out by way of Dixon's Entrance, they must load subject to winter load line regulations. Mrs. William Boyle Dies in Ashcroft Former Telkwa Woman Had Been In Falling Health for Several Years Word was received In the Interior ior several jran m uunc ui the Government Telegraph olilce. Mrs. Boyle had been ailing for years and, soon aiier ner uiiivbi in ash-riuft. her condition became such that It was necessary to take her! to the Royal Inland Hospital at, Kamloops. where she expired is That Coalition Thirty Million Voters Qualified With Women in Ascend- ancy by Two Million Feminine Vote Thought sympathetic to LONDON Oct. 24. General opinion today is not only that the Nationalist government will be returned at next Tuesday's general election, but that it will have a large majority. Thirty million voters are qualified to express their preferences, with women in the ascendancy by about two million over men. Women organizers are working iiei-e.ishly over the week-end. It Is freely believed that the majority of - - IfonaTovSer r ot the Na- ltaan Soldier Meantime the hectic campaign continues and a rest on Sunday will precede the last Campaign day on Monday. Police are taking special precautions throughout the country to guard against, disorders. AlthoughJeaA Ugnjen jrearsiago only 20,000,030 - persons In Great Britain had the vote. 30.000.000 will be enUtled to register their opinions at the polls in the general election. The chief reason for the Increase is the lessening of the restrictions on the women's franchise, the granting of the "flapper vote." putting five million new voters on the lists at one bound. In the last gen eral elections. 1929. the electorate totalled 28,943.566, of whom more than 22.000.000 exercised their vote. The women numbered 1,611.699 more than the men. Present Here For War Vessel Two Antique Candelabra of Unique Design Engraved Suitably Will Be Given Two antique candelabra of Sheffield plate and unique design have arrived at Bulger's Jewellery store for presentation to H.M.C.S. Skeena by the people of Skeena District, who have contributed to a fund for their purchase. The pieces are suitably engraved. This Is the presentation that Is to be made at the Capitol Theatre Tuesday night. Will Edmunds On Air Sunday Former Popular Loral Musician i Taking Part in Classical Broad- I cast From Vancouver I Will Edmunds, for many years a nonular resident of Prince Runert. will contribute violin cello solos to-' morrow night on the program of the Home Oas Symphony Hour from radio station CKWX (730 kilocycles) of Vancouver. The program will be In progress for an hour, from 9 to 10. and will fenture classical musi cal selections by Calvin Winter, well known Vancouver conductor, and his orchestra. Today's Weather Langara Island Cloudy, light southerly wind :sea calm. Dead. Tree, PointPart cloudy. calm: barometer, 29.62: tempera- jture, 40; sea smooth. YEARS Administration. This is one of II Duce's colonial fighting men and he'd rather fight than eat unless, of course, It's a really good meal. He's an Eritrea guard. WHEAT TRICE IS UP AGAIN TODAY VANCOUVER. Oct. 24. Wheat waS quoted at 62T'8c on the local Exchange today. WELTERWEIGHT TITLE HAS CHANGED HANDS BOSTON. Oct. 24. Lou Brou- niarrt French Canadian of Worcester, Massachusetts, won the welterweiRht champion- ship of the world last night by defeating Young Jack Thomp- son,, Chicago negro, on points In fifteen rounds. FOR AL WILL USE ! OLD GRADE Work Done 12 Years Ago Will ITsrful in Pariflr r.ri Fact. ! ern Extension VICTORIA, Oct. 24: Engineers losely In touch with the Paclfls Great Eastern situation have reported to the government that 60 miles of the old grade between Quesnel and Prince George can bs jsed in case it is decided to pro ceed with the extension of the -oad which Is now planned. The only part of the grade built 12 years ago to be scrapped will be that In the vicinity of Cottonwood Canyon where the railway is to be '.verted to a new location further p Cottonwood River. Work can prbceed on the exten- ion throughout the winter .englu-, eers declare. Not only slashing but rock cutting and grade construc tion can be done. Major C. A. Crysdale will re-i present the provincial government: on the extension work. Eagles' Dance Greiat Success lerie Hall Scene of Much Merriment Last Night as Another of Popular Affairs Is Held The Eagles' Lodge last night added highly enjoyable serpentine dance j to the long list of successful social events sponsored by the order. There were about 180 persons In attendance and the Aerie Hall was the scene of much merriment from 9:30 p.m. until 1:30 am. Nolsemakers and other novelties added to the fun. Splendid music was furnished by the Premier Orchestra and Oeirge Brooke was, as usual, a genial naster of ceremonies. James Brown presided at the door. Delicious refreshments were served at midnight by the ladles. Throughout the coming winter eason the Eagles plan on staging uch dances as these probably ortnightly. Well Known Anyox Couple Is Wedded The wedding took place recently in the Catholic Church at Anyox, Rev. Father Charles Wolfe offlcl atlng, of Miss Mary G. McGulre and Tames H. Donaldson, both residents )f many years standing In Anyox. The bride was given in marriage by her brother, William Ballantlne, and wore a charming gown of white irldal crepe satin fashioned with a rain of radium lace. She also wore wreath of orange blossoms and st bouquet was composed of pink nd white chrysanthemums. The rldesmald was Miss A. E. Tobln, ho wore a rose pink crepe satin .own with matching mohair hat ind carried a bouquet of autumn asters. Donald Morrison was uoomsman. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. T. Buchanan. HALIBUT LANDINGS American Gloria, 7,500, Storage, 11.0c and 5c. Canadian White Hope, 12,000. Storage, Uc and 5c. Morris II, 1,500, Atlln, Uc and 5c. PRICE: FIVE CENTS CAPONE GANG KING SENTENCED Judge James Wilkerson Imposes Stiff Sentence on Racketeer Leader CHICAGO, Oct. 21 Following his conviction by a jury last week on charges of evading income tax payments to the extent of $1,000,-000, Al Capone, Chicago gangster king, was sentenced to eleven years' imprisonment by Judge James Wilkerson here yesterday. In addition be was fined $50,000 and will also have to pay the costs of the prosecution. Ca pone's attorneys have already announced their Intention of appealing. DEATH FOR JAPANESE Tadao Hitoml Sentenced to Hang on December 30 For Murder of Countryman VANCOUVER, Oct. 24: Tadao Hitoml, found guilty of the axe murder of Naoklchl Watanibe on March 29. was sentenced at the Supreme Court Assizes here last night to hang on December 31, the same ctate as sninklcnl sakurada, who . previously had also been found guilty of the same crime. Canon Rushbrook Addresses Ladies; Was Speaker Last Night at Meeting of United Church Women's Missionary Society The autumn thank offering-meeting of the Women's Missionary Society of First United Church, was held last night at the home of Mrs. W. T. Kergln, Fourth Avenue West There was a alrge turnout of members and friends. The feature of the evening's pro ceedlngs was an address by Rev. Canon W. F. Rushbrook on marine mission work on the north coast In which he was engaged for so many years. He told some touching Incidents of loneliness at remote Isolated points along the coast and described what the visit of ths mission boat often meant to peoplu so situated. Rev. Alfred Wilson, pastor ot First United Church, In a brief speech, voiced appreciation to Canon Rushbrook for his address. There were vocal solos by Mrs. B E. Valde, accompanied by Mrs. A. Wilson. ' Delicious refreshments wete serv ed before the meeting closed. PEACE RIVER REPTILE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED OTTAWA, Oct. 24. The sup- posed prehistoric lizard which was said to have been released from Its tomb of countless mil- lions by miners near Hudson's Hope In the Peace River Block recently when opening a coal seam turns out to be a reptile of the salamander species and of modern origin, officials ot the National Museum, to whom the" specimen was forwarded, state. It was orie of two such ( creatures which were found. jit '' 4 3 . 3f