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The theatre was well patronized last night whan the muzh alver:i:ed pro- gramme proved as interesting as could be expected. Nothing known of the Manoa from New York, but she is looked for in St. Thomas today and in Frederiksted to morrow morning. The arrival of the s. s. Korona from the Islands being delayed until tomorrow noon, the mails for New York will be closed at 9 a. m., tomorrow, 20th. Fuller acecounts now received corcern- ing the accident whereby a man and horse were reported killed yesterday through collision with the motor truck from Beth- lehem Factory, are to the effect that a motor truck of the St. Cceoix Sugar Fac- tery. not Bethlehem, chauffeured by Mr. Milton Jacobs, ran into « horse and cart with a man and woman, the former and the horse being killed on the spot. A reprinted account as published in ‘"West End News’”, which has probably obtain- ed the facts, will be found in this issue. OFFICIAL NEWS. March 18, 1920. Governor Oman, accompanied by ‘our of his Aids, attended the funeral services of Colonial Couneilman Carl A. Thraen yesterday. The flag on Government House was half masted from the com- mencement of the services until sunset. The U. S. S. Henderson is expected to arrive in St. Thomas tomorrow. New sugar is being received from St. Croix for distribution to the local merchants through the Food Commission of St.- Thomas. 40 tons having been landed yesterday, 40 tons are expected to arrive today and 40 tons are expected tomorrow. ‘ A very serious and sad accident occur- red early this morning just a stort dis- tance from town. One of the motor trucks of Central Factory used in transporting canes to La Grange came in contact with a horse and cart in which one Mr. Pocdman and his wife were going out to their work. It is said that Mr. Milton Jacobs, .the driver, and his assistant were botk nod- ding on the truck and unabhle tc hear the cvies of alarm from Mr. Podman who was instantly killed together with his horse, while his wif2 escaped with some bruises. This is a sad case and one which we record with deep sympathy for both sides. Mr. Jacobs is a very polite young man and we regret that this misfortune should have been metted to him. An investiga- tion will be held in the case at 2 o’clock this afternoon. This should be a warning t) all drivers Sh CodebialX X Nl 5 of automobiles and Motor trucks, who by carelessnoss,pot onlv endanger the life of others, but also show an utter disre- gard for their own. A driver of a motor-vehicle should al- ways be wide awake and partienlar about his breaks in order to ensure safety of himself and of others.— West End News, March 18th. TELEGRAMS. . ST. CROIX STATICN. Paris, March 15th.—It is understood by the Financial Committee of the Sen- ate, that M. Millerand, the Minister of flinance, recognises tiie necessity of re- ducing the expenses of the Government. Paris, March 15th.—The ‘‘lntraisi- geant’’ learns that the Government has bought the patent of a new cannon the range of which is three or four times that of the ramous German ‘'Bertha’’. Berlin, Mareh 15th. that the former Ministers have been arrested, Herr Bauer offering strong resistance. With the object of avoiding bloodshed, Generals Falkenhausen and Knaph are directing the movement of troops who bear as their emblem the colours of the former German-flag. Paris, March 15th. ~-The ‘‘Temps’’ learns from Sarrebruck that the mission of the Allies are in danger and that an outbreak of civil war 1s expected. The paper, commenting on the coup d’etat, says it proves that Prussia has not changed, adding: '‘We should preserve the peace, which is not compatible with the #-establishment of the former Prus- sian regime.’”” The "‘Debats’’ says it is convinced that the Allies will take the measures which their duty imposes on them and will require the strict execu- tion of the trea'y, as also the perma- nent disarmament of Germany. Paris, March 15th.—In the course of the first sitting of the Executive Com- mittee of the League of Natiovs, under the presidency of M. Leon Bourgeoise, he most happy results of this new or- ganization weie anrounced. Thirteen neutral nations have replied to the in- vitation and the League at this moment is supporting the acts of several Govern- ments. The Executive Council is organ- izing an International Financial Confer- ence and has also the intention to send a commission of investigation to Russia. Mr. Balfour having demanded that this Commission be comprised of a representa- tive of capital and labour, the Council has adopted this proposal, after examining certain secret questions. It has been decided to hold the next sitting on the 25th of April. Dresden, March 15th.—The former German Government has established itself in this city. Karlsruhe, March 15th. —The Govern- ment of Bader has issued a proclamation saying that i. does not recognize the re- actionary Government of Berlin and wil! not establish any relations with it. The commander of the irmy of Baden is suppcrting his Government. Paris, March 15th.—In political eircles in Berlin it is stated that the revolution is mistress of Munich. Herr Von Jagow has been appointed Minister of Foreign Aftairs, and the former Ministers Schif- fer, Hiensch, Heine. Erzberger and Rauscher have been airested. Herr Reischw~r has embraced the cause of the rebels. Madrid, March 15th.—The Minister of Marine, having resigned, it is understood . that Senor Salazar will assume his port- folio ad interim. Berlin, March 15th.—The Chancellor of the new Government has declarcd to the foreign correspondents that the move ment which has taken place is neither reactionary nor monairchial, it is being simply directed against Herr Bauer, who violated the constitution by maintaining the constituent assembly after its mission had expired. His programme, he said, is to have new elections and he is not op- posed to the observation of the [reaty of Versailles, the clauses of which he will carry out. General Superintendent’s Office, S . Thomas, March 17th.—The ecableship “‘Pouyer Quertier’’ has been chartered by the Company for the purpose of effect- ing repairs to such interrupted sections of its cable system as the condition o her machinery will permit. "he worik will be commenced imnediately on the compl tion of ce.tain operations on her Company’s own system to which she has first to give her attention. It is regretted that owing to the depth of wate in which the cables between Porto Rico and Jamaica are broken th2 repair by ~ this vessel cannot be undertaken at pre- o gent. . | Paris, March 10th.—The Uuder-Sec- ~ retary of State for Aviation and six '+ other passengers have arrived from Lon- ~ don by the aerobus *‘Gotiath,”’ after an - uneveniful voyage. | London, March 10th.—The miners have decided to declare themselves again op strike. : Paris, March 10th.--The Council of Ambassados at its meeting today desic- nated Marshal Foch as Inspector of Ger- war fortifications. Whenever this be- comes necessary. Lisbon, March 10th.--The President of the republic has charged Senhor Gal- lardo, the leader of the Democratic Party with the formation of a new ecabinet. Paris, March 10th.—Geners! Franchet Despererey left heve today for Constan- tinoole, where he will assume the com.- mand of the allied army of oceupation. Chicago, March 10th.--Lieut. Aviator Seymour, of the American postal service, was burnt to death when leaving Cleve- land for this city. Ottawa, March 10th. The ©Canadian Pariiament by 112 to 78 has voted con- fidence in the Government, ~ Tiflis, March 10th.—A violent earth-