MA -'-'' tr " i i. if- "4. EVENING PUBLIC LEDGEB-PHrDADBL4mX FRIDAT, JAvNTJAft 23 l$2b ll (r T .' m h iw; :G'm 8-i raw R .. rj J'd te'j! r, j V KH. Ci M Wf & t, v "Kane Quit Because of Anti-Red Policy ,it;on(Juncd from Puts One .ncccisary rcprcion or me press, i iruuld not conscientiously and whole heartedly take part In tlio enforcement such n law. Refers to Letter to rainier "I htve set forth my view at length in a letter to Mr. Palmer, n copy of which I Inclose T dislike in any vay to add to your burdens ut the present lime, hut under the circumstances I must, with rry deep regret, n.k you to relievo me lrom the duties of my iflicc ns soon as it may be practicable to np point my surctsior. "My official rot! hns been most con genial to me, aud it Wis been the Rrr-.itMt possible iri liege t sene j on durlnp the past six j ears. I tppreciate mnro ih.iu I can tell you that ou uere ab'o to place confidence in me and honor me ti the office I hac held. "Trusting that our health is being fullr restored, 1 am. sir, as nlw ajs "Your faithful rnnt, "FRANCIS FISHER KANE, "United States Attorncj. Letter to Attorney (icncral The letter to Air. r.ilmcr was dated January 1-. Hero follow some of the raost important passages: "My dear Mr Palmer: "You say that there does not seem to tou to be an question of policy iti Tolved (in the matter of Commuuit party raids). "I must answer frankly that I dis agree, with jou in your view of the matter. As I lead the manifestoes of the Communist part, the p'uty does not expressly staud for the overthrow of this government bv foion. "It seems to me that the policv of raids against large numbers of indi viduals is generally unwise and ery apt to result in iniustire Teople not really guiltv are likely to be arrested and railroaded through their hearings Public feeling is running strongly against 'Bolsheits' and 'radius' and by such wholesale raid' the de partment is in danger of being made one of injustice. "It is one thing to debar an alien coming into this country by adminls. trative methods, but it is quite another thing to deprive a man who has been in this country n long time, and who perhaps has a wife and children here, of what we are accustomed to think of as constitutional rights, irrespective of a man's citizenship. I refer, of cour-e, to the right of trial by jury, etc , which the alien to be deported does not have. Such discrimination against the alien who has not been nnturalized is bound to bear ill fruit in the long run. Repressing Political Part "Again, in the present raids wo ap pear to be attempting to repress a po litical party. It has a platform most of which is highly objectionable to ou and me. So much I grant jou, but it at least calls itself a political party, and holds open meetings and discussions Consequently, we ought not to raid it unless we are absolutely compelled to do so in order to enforce the law. for by such methods we shall drive under ground and make dangerous what was not dangerous before. "If. bj these methods, we were reallv apprehending the people who hae bombed buildings and sought to take human life, I would, of course, feel diffeAently about the matter, but we cannot contend that bv the wholesale raiding of 'Bolshevists,' 'Communists,' and 'radicals' we are getting the guilty culprits. "Bv such general raids we are likelv to take the mind of the public nway from the real ewl that we are seeMug to cor rect. 1 refer to real anarchy and iio lence "Are we realh iu danger in this coun try from the presence of a handful of foreign 'radicals'? Is it necessary to pro tect our American workingmen yes, v- and the vast number of steady, law abiding foreign-born workingmen from the luUucucc of u handful of Russians and Russian .lews in love with the so- let form of government? To my mind such protection is entirely unnecessary "Some people are nfrnid of what tliev call the loming social lcNolutlou. 1 am not. I belieie iu the unqualified rec ognitlon of union labor, the nationaliza tion uf the laiho.ids, of the coal in dustry, nnd perhaps of other public util ities. I might eien ote for the taking over of lnrge portions of what is known as the 'packing business.' but whether I should or should not, I crrlalniv desire the fullest discussiou of such subjects that we may nrrlo nl the truth aud really sohc the problems before us. "1 believe that the President is right when lie sas that leptesslon of discus sion is not the way to cot ret t the eils we are suffering from I see no justice in the blockade of soiet Russin. "Among the en sen that luue come to my notice of persons enught in the re cent in ids m Philadelphia is that of u Russian dew barber whoso wife is an Ameticiui-born Methodist. 'llie have six children all under eleven -oais of age, the jnmigcst being on! si months old. When the man was mii-ded there was absolutely no mom in the house. Though he ma ver likelv be deported I cannot reg.ud him ns n menace to sooietv just because he was a member of the Communist part. As to Prohibition ' There are important matters m danger of being overlooked during the present polic of war iisiinst 1'olshe Msts. Eeij effort should be put for ward b us to help the Treusur Pe p.utment iu the enfoi cement of the prohibit Ion law. Munition mnniifae tiuers aud many other peisons made lich b the war. whether doin business through corporations or otherwise, are seeking to dodge the pauccnt of their taes and otherwise unloading the war burdens put upon them. The enforce I ment of the law as agninsf them i of prime importance. Theie nrc also fraudulent contractors, who during tin war have grown rich in their dealings with the government, and theie uie ih. we all know, corrupt government agents using their offices for illicit gain The punishment of these people is luntnteh more important thau the puisuit of 'radicals.' 'T do not favor an extension of the present espionage law. Here agaiu 1 seem to be out of s.vmpath with ou. for I see by the papers that vou aie asking Congress for a new espionage act with 'teeth iu it.' Freedom of Speech "My own belief is that such an ex tension of the law as lespects time aud stringency is utteily uncalled for. 1 I believe it would lend to a verv seiious inferference with freedom of speech and the fieedom of the pres. "I believe that by this policy we are plaving into the hands of the capitalist-. nnd the large pmploycrs This we can not do aud remain the Democratic party. AVc must bo fair to labor and we must respect freedom of discussion, or be unfair to the people as u vhole. Admiration for Mr. Kane's convic tions on the subject of tho radlcnl raids and regret at his resignation were expressed by Todd Daniel, head of the Department of .lustlce. "Although I have alwas known Mr. Kane's ideas on the subject of radical nrosecution," he said, "there has never been nt any time the slightest friction between his office and mine. "I am sorry to ee Mr. Kane leave the district attorney's office, but I ad mire and lespect his convictions on tho matter concerning the Communist pnrtv. Ills personal convictions never entered into his work." Mr. Knno's action caused consider able surprise in legal circles today. While many persons agreed that ade quate results had not been obtained by the: federal prosecutor's office here, there weie others who contended that the adoption of indefinite laws, many of which lacked proper enforcement ran ( hinery, generally hampered Mr. Kane iu his work. Many complications arose during the last few months when Mr. Kane at tempted to enforce the wartime prohl- i bition lnvv. lie was frequently brought in coufiict with thoe who differed with him in interpretation of the law. AVhile nlwnjs a Democrat, Mr. Kane believed In the principles of reform nnd was an active member of the Municipal League. He entered public life In 1800 when he was nppoiqted assistant district attorney in the second Cleve land administration under United States Attorney James M. Beck, Later he became n law partner of Mr. Beck nnd D. Stuart Robinson. In 1003 ho was chosen Democratic candidate -for the mayoralty, but was defeated by John Weaver, the Repub lican candidate. When Woodrovv Wilson was elected President he appointed Mr. Kane United States district attorney. The President knew Mr. Knuo personally as both were members of the same class at Princeton. Some opposition was raised against the reappointment of Mr. Kane when President Wilson was re-elected for a second term, but it had no effect at Washington. y"XS ? )" THE HOME OF STYLE & ECONOMY OCSJl 0Orf Saturday Special! Kid Gloves 1.75 A special purchase of women's flno 2.50 and 3.00 kid cloves In every wanted new stylo and color. STREET FLOOR dhfirscfcs 923-25-27 MARKET STREET Satwaypecialj Velvet Bags 'I, ., (..ui J 1.98 T h o s o fnahlonnhU velvet handbags with fancy heavy metal tops. Good 3,00 STREET FLOOR Most Exceptional Values ( Tomorrow) in this Fascinating Shelving of New 5 SPRING Good CoffoeTastcs Belter "Direct from the Roaster" "D. & H." BLEND, - 5c 3 Lbs. - - - $1.20 At or t anr S Btop '4WMNKFDAV 2741 KENS AV. VIM Leather Belt is the cheapest ro use when final cost is considered. 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S12.O0 Hudson Seal Searts --'.'& 1 4..10 Hud-on Seal Muffs i5.on 19.50 Wolf Muff :',nn 19.r,0 Skunk Scarfs r-on 29..")() Skunk Muffs ,'oo 29.30 37 Fur Coats at $195-00 K S s" Snramrore Consist Dig of: Australian Seal Coats M'lnclt Flare Model or With largo squirrel Australian opossum shawl collar and cuffs. Hudson Seal Coats New and Chic Models Largo hhawl collar and wide cuffs of Hudson seal. 29 Fur at Consisting of: Hudson Seal Coats Dressy Models Dressy shawl collar and deep cuffs of Hudson seal. Australian Seal Coats 36-Inch Flare Model With large shawl collar and cuffs of beaver or skunk. Accept Liberty Bonds and Purchasing Agentsj 1 r 1 cu nuruiuc a ,?- fc t AJ1 1 ' Hi h 1 m$M m MibTsb fff" buy a 7 ims ' I0TK0LA 1 llfSiX HP" PUB"" m (8inM RSi VsSJteSft Ov and you will have innumerable fcffiifes. ffiliM tftVtm t-7 days of enjoyment. Remember f& )jL3f5 J r our Victor service is free and F Mk" fiMTOip rS hf does not end at time of purchase, fit JWfJjKOTwSljT l5a: K. We Have Every Style Jj HI jlSmA Victrola in Stock for MM 'e'K5 Immediate Deliveiy wffi! I P( Very Easy Terms jM M RfWS Join Our Victor Record J JsJyifjm II b. 81000 7 Lfr Iflsl 1306 Arch X 1 V wSlwll 228 INIarket ' Vv tijA,ilffi Pianos Plajers Records wlSfflPiltSuSlfllw Open Saturday Evenings J f SWmm9B rlTIlTTmT1ill!llllih)ili??iMi , h,B Taffeta . f WfohJT 7 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimijijj 1 1 i.ock and an x "rnxmrtfi w s iff c x q u i s i tely I L- jgfik 1 B Beaded Georg- Cd " &Eg$ S ette in the dis- NjV I fi play- 5 j 1 Wonderf 1 n 1 3 B Pay- j I i 35.00 and 45.00, now. o n n I Coats That Were p f , I L 45.00 and 55.00, now. U I M Coats That Were j B 55.00 and 65.00, now. j f Coats That Were 1? 65.00 to 80.00, now. . . ? I M Coats 1 C Jk 1 Mm I? Pure Silk r5wi. ffl S y a s:i.").oo 1 i 1.1.00 i i 19.30 I I. 19.50 I 95.00 I 1 110.00 I J Coasl"i 79o .00 j i fVt Australian ff vSJrily ) Heal s M TUr A' M fi 11.00 ' 3? Ufl : ' MV vvjif 'yi 1 'JtoAmWUWWm I DRESSES Depicting Modes of Charming Individuality the Most Moderate Pricings 25-35-$45 and 59.75 up to 79.75 What a glorious display this Big Bright Day light Dres3 Solon presents I Rack upon rack of entrancingly pretty frocks. Mere printed words are entirely inadequate to describe them. Come tomorrow, see them for your self I Crisp New Taffetas, gorgeously beaded Satin and Georgette Frocks of alluring de sign and color, Meteor Crepes, splendid Tricotines, shimmering Silk Tricolettes and Sedges. SpriigSime Slits First Peepings One after another they come forth from their wrappings each a gem of individuality in style and workmanship. Never before was there a season with so many superb new models! Jersey Suits, Special at 29.75 HIRSCH'S DAYLIGHT THIRD FLOOR SUIT SALON el Fur sSKswh T3S1 mpUk I1 V TIHN ' fj V ft (pSlWi 1 WWfR WmS WWrV I Vv ir r-rfwffl 1 wo fas- oj Vv YTiA c i n a ting J ) J Dresses in 1 vKN ne slorious J 1 rl ap ring time M Showing tomor- Ii row. J m n'i" MJ iTVi-BTi r4r rv &, r W L JJttt lCUUllOI15i Important Reductions on All Our Finer CLOTH COATS- And now tliey are all marked down down down even the very finest coats. So don't wait any longer for that new coat. Come at once. Make your selection tomorrow. Coats That Were n O (C o,vyv i 38-00 48-00 59.75 79-75 Coats That Were 85.00 to 110.00, now, THE BEAUTIFUL DAYLIGHT THIRD FLOOR COAT SALON -UKUv U "Si)0o gy' Presenting Tomorrow the most remark able opportunities for genuine savings on our entire Fur Coat Stocks 57.50 $75 Coney Coats Full - flirlnc aport. - lenitth coats with larso collars and deep borders. 129.75 $200 Seal Coats btunnlnc Australian SenI foats in the ph son's fash ionable new modes 195 $300 Seal Coals Huse collars, cuff pi nml bor ilers of Opossum Kolinsky or hqulrrel enrich these hand borne Australian eal Coats 77.50 $100 Coney Coats Mujto Hhawl collar and extra ilep liorder enhance the beauty of these toney coats. 149.75 $225 French Seal Selected Trenrh Sedl skins make up this handsome coat Full 1L-Inch border of French seal. $495 $600 Hudson Seal Selected Hudson healskln coats, trimmed with collar und Tuffs of KussUn Heaver or fekunk. 175 $225 Seal Coats Selected mupkrit skins form the collar, cuff and bordtr of this fashionable modei $695 $1000 Mink Dolman One af tho handsomest uraps derlored t Ills season It U slcetrhed The alue Is abu lutely us quoted (skettheil 1 43-Inch l'lnk Dofinan rap. .ilue ut fi0S.OO SI00U THE BEAUTIFUL DAYLIGHT FUR SALON THIRD FLOOR SPECIAL SATURDAY SALE Ho That Regularly Sell at 2.50 to 4.00 These stockings are sold ns "seconds," but it's a real job to find the hurts in them. Pure thread silk hoe in black and all the shoe colors. A wonderful saving on each pair. Every size included. STREET PLOOR Fox Sets $65.00 Australian Seal Stoles 6.i.00 Wolf Sets 75.00 Bemer SeU 75.00 Jap Mink Sets 1 '5.oo Skunk Sets 175.00 Women's Brown SHOES Very Special An unusual opportunity for a real value iti food shoes These aro in plain brown or In combination with other colors. Seeral ktyles 0110 sketched. Full range of bles New Pumps, 7.50 to 16.50 mack kid pumps and gatln pumps are amone tho new arrivals. We think It la quite a feat to display them at such low prices, present conditions considered STREET FLOOR KID frvM.1 f n ' Georgette Blouses Special Saturday Value 5.98 A dozen or more new and charming styles at this low price, which we con sider very special! Beaded, frilled, tucked and dainty embroidered styles included. 7.98 up to 22.50 It will be our pleasuic to display for you these enchanting Blouses. They depict all of Fabhion's newest spring time conceits'. Best of all, the pi-ices aro very reasonable. STREET FLOOR pnngtime Millinery $5 up to 22.50 A veritable Garden of Loveliness is this big new Millinery Salon on the Second Floor. One almost scents the pretty flowers that trim many of tho hats. Never were there so many styles, colors and shapes fiom which to choose. SECOND FLOOR Very Special Silk Underwear Values! CHEMISE PETTICOATS GOWNS GOWNS 2.98 2.98 3.49 8.98 CAMISOLES 1.00 DOI) now Satin Cami soles In dainty taf-Iok-iI and trimmed otylea. Special, Several very pretty styles In these Rood 4 crepo de chlno tjhemlscs. EW SILK Seco Silk Pottlcoats ulth pretty taffeta flounces. All ehades, UNDERWEAR DEPT., Deautlful full cut Seco Silk Gowns; regular ?5 allies, rink only. ft-Jli,- "I" f" r,'ll t'f1"1'. ''.,-'J,'f' .' '?. SECOND FLOOR .OPEN A PERSONAL CHARGE ACCOUNT KacJJ m B!w Just a limited lium- jrm.1 W J her of H.S8 wash- Jl X W 3 able Satin Nltrht MR iff" M Go ns. 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