WASHINGTON.—(By A. P.)—The supreme court today recessed until January 5, without rendering an opinion on the constitutionality of the section of the Volstead prohibition enforcement act affecting the alcoholic content of beer.
Order in Rhode Island Case.
WASHINGTON.—(By A. P.)—The supreme court today ordered the government to show cause on January 6, why original proceedings should not be instituted by the states of Rhode Island and New Jersey retail liquor dealers to have determined the constitutionality of the national prohibition amendment.
American Steamer Burned.
NEW YORK.—(By A. P.)—The American steamship Firwood, owned by the Pacific American Fisheries company, was burned off the coast of Peru. The crew was rescued by the Holland-American steamer Gorredyk, according to wireless advices received here today.
Pershing in Native State.
ST. LOUIS.—(By A. P.)
General
J. J. Pershing today paid the first visit to his native state since his return from France. He arrived from Chicago and was given an enthusiastic reception by a large crowd.
IDAHO IS OFFERED GAME WITH W. S. C. 