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About The Omaha morning bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 1922-1927 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 18, 1924)
' Superintendent of Air Mail Eager to Read Flight Story Looking Forward to It With Keenest Interest, Says Carl Egge; All Omaha Will Want It. “The publication of tlie exclusive story of the world filers' trip will bo one of the greatest scoops ever made hy an Omaha newspaper,” Oarl F. Kgge, superintendent of the air mail service, declared Monday when he was informed that the story, told by the six Magellan* of the air, was to start in The Omaha Eee Novem ber 24. "The story will be of particular in terest in Omaha because the fliers stopped here and because Omaha is becoming one of she greatest aviation centers in the 1'nited States," Mr. Egge said. “I am looking forward to it with the keenest interest, and I am sure that everyone in Omaha will want to read every word of it." The story, told by the aviators In their own words, Is one of the most thrilling features ever published in Omaha, and describes the arduous and. adventurous trip In detail, from the first preparations to the final ar rival in Seattle. Lowell Thomas, au thor and explorer, was selected by the War department to collaborate with the intrepid airmen in putting the story on paper. The narrative of the aviators ad ventures will be keenly awaited in Omaha, for the entire city caught a glimpse of the airmen when they stopped In Omaha overnight on their way to the Pacific coast in Sep tember. The Omaha Bee was largely instru mental in persuading the fliers to make the coast-to-coast trip by way of Omaha, for The Bee joined with the Chamber of Commerce in urging officials at Washington to plan the route to include this city, it is ap propriate, for that reason, that The Bee should publish the exclusive story of their entire trip. Civil War Veteran Dies. Atlantic, la., Nov. 17.—Levi Moun tain, civil war veteran and father of Mayor A. II. Mountain of this city, died suddenly Saturday at his home here. Death was caused by rupture of a blood vessel in the abdominal cavity. He came to Cass county in 186S. Teciimseh.—Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Spaulding, for years resident of Te cumseh, have moved to Lincoln. Warring Couple Mav Be Reunited bv Baby's Death J •> Prisoner Released From the County Jail to Attend Fu neral of Five-Weeks Old Daughter. Virginia Payne’s span of life was but five short weeks. Monday after noon the tiny casket was being borne to its final resting plare after services at 2023 Locust street. But iter passing may he the means of reuniting Virginia's father and mother. William Karl Payne and (Madys Payne. There are also two older children, Doris, 2, and Harold, 16 months, Karl was arrested last Saturday on a charge of failure to support his wife. Monday morning she came to Dis trict Judge Day and asked to have him released to attend the funeral. "He loves the baby, even though he never saw her alive," said the young wife. The judge accompanied her to the county jail, where he talked with Payne. Tears were In the prisoner s eyes and voice. “ Imust go, judge,” he said. 'I am impressed with your evident ly sincere desire to attend your ba by's funeral," said the judge. I will release you if you promise to report again at the county jail at it tonight." Payne promised and, arm in arm with his young wife, ho left the court house. The funeral services are at the home of Mrs. Payne's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Haber, 2tt2.'i Hm-ust street, where Mr?. Payne ha? been living Finoe ?he and her husband saparated two months ago. It was three weeks after the separa tion that Vlrganla was born. Last Monday she was taken sick. Whe dipd Friday. The young wife called tip her hus band and told him. It was the first knowledge he had of the existence of his third child. At first he wouldn't believe it. He went to his wife’s home to make plans for the funeral. It was, there he was arrested on the nonsupport charge. They were married Perember E3, 1021, and lived for a time at 2210 Ames avenue. Mrs. Payne filed suit for divorce last April and a supple mental suit lu September, alleging that her husband struck her and threatened to kidnap the children. Just before their separation they lived at 2021 Wirt street. Asked as they left the courthouse whether they will he reconciled, Mrs Pavnc looked up at her husband. "Maybe we will,'* he aaid. 1 miss the children so.’* Riles Hrltl at Two ChurHiPS for the Lair William Hamm Beatrice, Nov. 17.—Funeral *"r vicea for William Hamm, pjloneer lumher merchant of Beatrice, were held at the, Mennonite church In the city where Rev. H. 1). 1’enner gave a sermon in English and later at the country Mennonite church where Rev. John Benner spoke in German. Many sympathizing friends attended both services. Burial waa in Menno nite cemetar.v. Mr. Hamm came to Beatrlre from Germany in 1 877 and hud been associated with the J. G. Wiebe lumber firm since 1882. He was 65 years of age and was never married. Beatrice.—The Orange an<F Black banquet will be held on the evening of November 25. Football letters will be pczpented at the banquet. I Chiropractic Is potent and efficient in Acute and Chronic Diseases For Chiropractic adjustments see member of Omaha Atlas Club. Page Ad in Telephone Directory. lil'b W \NT ADS RRIVG RESULTS „. . . , . . . . . . ov . „ Bring the kiddies to our great big toytown. Thousands of || This sale is for cash only and charge accounts have been new toys have been priced lower this year than ever before. :jj temporarily suspended. No approvals, no exchanges, no Take advantage of these STOCK REDUCING SALE PRICES. ill returns. We also reserve the right to limit quantities. if TUESDAY IN THE BARGAIN BASEMENT Piece Goods and Domestics at Enormous Inductions *£ £££*. ffi* nrn^ > | C* 1 ■■■ |>f | ——————————^ plain or in checks ami stripes. A /IQr* ■ percale Pennerell Wool Remnants of ""lru,,ofsi™E“h.4J,C SSH^iSe sheets Blankets Sateen and Bloomer Cloth work shiVtf *2-25Lined rs1-9?,Leri0h« d,‘ Z 6f,xX0-inch fancy plaids with blue, WOTK O D I IlS DreSS Gloves GaUVltlet GIOVCS Indian Head 81x99. Limit Of 4 to *8^5 value. <!»£ qc l,ne taJ,C.0. rcmn(!",s y ^ 29c Blue and grav ehambrav shirts, cut fult Dark brown grain lead er gim^ black on) ujth warm. dur. Safle.lt a customer. $1.08 val- . **» f.. ..."v’"'»A C | 8<vii,.... facing 79c r. $1-69 $1.45 MUoLIIX ue. Each— °n the sleeves. Each ..—— -—-— 54-inch width. 1 to 10-vard l^pT/'XM lip Bleached Sheeting Bleached Cheese Cloth . lengths. 59c 1 a 1- 29c 01 O Q 81-inch width. Limit of 15 5-yard bolts. Excellent for I I IK || || J ^...' "' ' V ■ m%3%M ftnl 1 paCn.rel2a5c ,r;z >ards to *cus,om- 47c pol,shln8 f',rnl,ure- 34c \ 11 K A n II Pillow CaSGS ——————— value. Yard.1-7/t er. 59c value. Yard 89c value. Bolt ... ■mil j | j | | | i 42x36-ineh eases, made of , n. . ———————» fine quality .bleached sheet- N3SnUa r I3in p ltlnn,-,4-g- -.X ing. 29cvalue, or. n. Remnants OT III A AI fL^gll Jl ull Sheetings, Pillow Tubings WOOL STM, -.r“"'. and Muslins ,M,U ® $4«75 Well known brands, bleached or 42 and 45-inch linen finish bleached. Each piece ticketed, showing w IU II bleached^ tubing. \ah^s to width and length. Values 15c to 79c* QQm |1 | H.*j5c| Esmond Yard.. • • ..IILUULVI Ruffled Curtains Bathrobe Cloth Outing Flannel Gingham Worth Twice Our Sale Price I Heavy quality with soft finish. 12 ® lt. . . Scrim and Marquisette, plain .. _ ... , . In light and dark colors with 2o-lnch gingham In plaids, checks white or with fancy crossbars D«ttern«. Beautiful color com- plnk and blue stripes. 19o . 1 . Values to $1.29. HQ blnatlons. 79c value. fiO Values Per 1 "nd plaln color»- 19c Per pair . I «7v Per yard . vPtIV- yard .L£i2^' value. Yard . Infants’ $5.98 Sweater Sets $4.98 Scarfs and Hats Infants' 98c Knit Wear Maroon color sweater QQ Skating sets of brushed (1*0 \ Q Knit goods, helmets, toiucs CQy* suits for tiny tots. Priced wool, assorted colors, at wO.'iO included in this group, at.. vP*-eL. \ __ ! Women’s and Children’s SHOES VALUES TO $3.95 Reduced to I For Women For Children Black and brown calf high Our entire stock of Tickle Toe shoes, military and Cuban heels shoes and strap slippers. White calf and kid strap slip- whlte kld b„tton ghoe, pers. Brown suede slippers. Brown and patent Mary Janes. Brown and black calf or kid tlray suede pumps, oxfords. Black and brown button shoes. Black kid one-straps. Children's felt bedroom sllp Women’s felt slippers. pers and booties. Women’s 19c Cotton Hose With double heel and toe and reinforced tops. 1 1 _ Per pair.”. lit Extra Special Bargains in Men’s Furnishings Wool Shirts—Sweaters $2.79 Men's $3.75 Coat Sweaters, $2.79 Warm, nil rwoo! sweater* In brown and purple heather mixtures. With two pockets Sizes 3G to 46. Men’s $3.50 All Wool Khaki Shirts, $2.79 Heavy all wool khaki shirts with lined front. Two pocket style with double elbows 15 to 17. Men's $2.50 Cotton Sweaters, $1.98 Navv blue, heavy knit, eon* style sweaters. Sizes 36 to 46. Men’s 69c Cashmere Hose, 49c Blue, brown and black heath er caaslinero hose. Size* 9% te 11H Men's 35c Cotton Host Mercerized cotton lio*e In as sorted colors. Size* 10 to 11V4. Fair,. Men’s 15c Cotton Hos* Finn comb cotton hose In a variety of colors. Slzea 1 I _ 10 to 11V4. A-*-*' Straight line, tubular, semi-tailored, paneled and draped models, suitable for immediate wear. Fash ioned of— Canton Crepe Bengaline Crepe Back Satin Wool Twills Poiret de Chines Charmeen Flannels Wool Crepes Velvets Chiffon Velvets SIZES 10 TO 40 AM) f A EXTRA SIZES nsrgsla HnaemfMt. \T^ 1 r ¥ Values j to $18.75 r Included (J ¥