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About Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 7, 1921)
i w 2 " . lilti tittil UMAUA. HUUAV. IKMUBEK . 1US1. , Ganna Walska to Sue Alex Cochran Soon for Divorce Trial Promimi to Be One of Moot Sensational Drama in lliftory of America's Smart Sft. Sew York. Oct. 6. 1 he arc Hunt i publicity today were beginning to filter through the hadows of uliat iirnnii.r in one nl the most sen national divorce drjiiu in the his tory of Aniertra i umart net, out tin Stillrnati ease lie cuiir tjf the social prominence and wi .tlrli of the men and womei linked tcilti it For the List six imm'lts. intangible uliUnrrinus hsv li f n the forerun ner of the domestic crumbling of the married life of. Ganna Walska rvnlir rmori liiiui-r nf marlJe LeaU tv mul Air ic Smith CVwhrmi. who made ndljinns through his carpet lactones m Yonkerj. I onay tne cut lain was raised for but a moment to be cure, but just Ion ft enough to permit a glimpse behind the scenes and there the mannikins .danced in dress rehearsal, as it were, dangling like picrrots under the thumb of that monster divorce. . List of Diaracteri. Here is a list of the characters in the probable order of appearances in me urama: Mnic. Ganna WaUka, operatic so prano, three times . married. Tem peramental and born in Poland. Alex Smith Cochran, heir to a for tune estimated at $50,OOQ,W, and third husband of the Byzantine songbird. Harold F. McCormick, president International Harvester.' company, "angel" of the Chicago Opera com pany, adviser and close friend of Ganna Walska. Mrs. Edith Rockefeller McCor mick, daughter of John D. Rocke feller, wife of the Harvester million aire, and just returned to America after an exile of eight years in Zurich, Switzerland. Mme. Clotilde Sakharoff, exotic dancer and protege of Mrs. Mc Cormick. Will Ask Alimony. It was uncertain also today when or in what form the Walska-C'ochran . matrimonial drama would be pre sented in court. One of the reasons for Mme. Walska's refusal to con sider her husband's overtures for a divorce in Paris is that no alimony is Riven under a French decree. Something of the Polish s.nger's rise to fame and fortune from an ob scure vaudeville artist also came to light today. In five short years she came to be a woman of international note and wealth. Her first appearance in New York was in 1915, when' she' adorned v Oscar Hammerstein'j vaudeville roof garden. She had a letter' of intrbt duction from Anna Held, whom 6he had met in Paris, to "Diamond, Jim" Brady. A short time later ,she ap- irorl in nn nnpratta on the Cettturv roof. Among her admirers was a wealthy banker who later introduced her to his physician, Dr. Fiaenkel, who married her and left her a for tnue on his death. Went to Havana. After the marriage Walska went to Havana as an operatic star. There she took the title role in "Thais," made famous by Mary Garden. The offering, however, was intermixed by the audience and a suit followed by the Havana Opera company. It is said Walska met Harold F. Mc Cormick when crossing the Atlantic on the Aquitania. Her engagement to sing for the Chicago Opera com , panv, hich ended unfortunately at a rehearsal for "Zaza," was credited to McCormick's influence. She met Cochran on a transatlantic voyage also and when she became his bride in the American church she "caught" a man considered Ameri ca's "most eligible bachelor." Coch ran is 45. ' . .. ; Agreement Reached On Federal Tax Bill (Continued From Pate One.) to whether ai graduated ..corporation ' income tax wilt Ije'approved or the flat rate of 15 per cent as provided in the pending bill accepted. The elimination of the $2,000 exemption on corporation incomes was discussed , but the tentative decision ;was to al low this exemption to remain in tire bill. - - Would Boost Postage. Senator Watson proposed that a three-cent postage stamp be pro- vided for first-class mail as a sub . stitute for some of the miscellaneous "rance" itaxes. This did not meet with favor. w . ; Following the conference, Senator Lodge visited the White Hou?e and discussed the situation with, the president. ..It is understood that the president approved the program. Democratic senators took .occasion to make speeches relative to the re publican agreement. Senators Rob- inson of Arkansas and Reed of Mis souri declared that the amendments as tentatively agreed to by the re publicans had been proposed by the democrats and that it was a move to prevent party defeat. ' Chief Warns Hunters Not To Shoot Toward Roads ' Chief of Police Dempsey would have a few, words with owl-eyer nirftrods who don't shoot where they're aiming. Too many stray shots hare been endangering lives of. motorists along I the River road north of Florence, he says. '. One automobile driver reported his car perforated by shots. The chief detailed two motorcycle offi cers to Florence every Saturday and Sunday to warn hunters against shooting toward the roads. Habeas Corpus Writ for Return of Bride Denied "A writ of habeas corpus filed in district court by S. C Carbaugh, 44, to have his girl bride, Zella Duhigg, , 20, returned him, was denied by Judge Troup yesterday. Carbaugh married Zelta Duhigg May 18, 192a They lived together for three weeks, after whkh Zella returned to the home of her mother General Diaz Coming To Soldier Meet in N. Y. g ' i i I-' ' WtvPi- General Diaz, commander-in-chief of the Italian army, will leave Naples shortly for New York, where he will preside at a convention of former Italian soldiers. Litigation Over 'Lucky' Baldwin's Estate Settled Series of Suits Between Daughter and Her Children Over Property Is Ended by Agreement. Los Angeles, Oct. 6. That a set tlement had been effected out of court by the heirs of the estate of the late L. J. (Lucky) isaldwin, sportsman and land owner, became known today with the filing in the superior court here of an iigree ment between Mrs. Clara Baldwin Stocker. daughter of E. J. Baldwin and her two children, Albert F. Sny der and Rosebud Doble Mullender, in which Mrs. Stocker ts required to execute a deed for half the prop erty inherited by her in favor of her children. The agreement which was drawn up June 1, 1919, ends litigation in volving the estate, .said to be worth several million dollars, and . consist ing of stocks, bonds and southern California real estate. Mrs.. Stocker and her children en gaged in litigation over. the estate in TOlSb when the children attempted to have- a guardian appointed for their mother 'who they alleged was incompetent -to handle the property. Under the agreement Mrs. Stock er is not to dispose' of any of her property except for "a valuable and adequate consideration." while it is understood that her children are not to enter into further litigation over the estate. It is also said to be understood that the will to be exe cuted by Mrs. Stocker to her two children is not to be contested or disputed. Mrs. Stocker and her sister. Anita Baldwin, were joint heirs to the es-! tate with the exception of a few min or, bequests. Atlantic Couple Celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary Atlantic, la., Oct. 6. (Special.) James. E., Darling and wife, Cass county, pioneers, have just celebrated their 'golden ; wedding on the farm which has teen their home for a half century. , " , - Not only has he the distinction of being wedded 50 years and having lived on the same farm all. that time, Mr. Darling has the added distinc tion of being the third of his family to" pass the fiftieth milestone in mar ried life., A few. days ago A. A. DarHng of Adelphia, la., brother of James, cele brated his golden - wedding, And not Ion? ago a sister of the two men, Mrs. William Nelson of "Colorado, Observed her. fiftieth .wedding anni versary. Central High Students Hold Athletic Rally at Rialto Two, thousand five hundred Cen tral High school students pledged themselves at a mass meeting in the Rialto theater yesterday to put in creased spirit in sport activities of the school. Yells were practiced and speeches were made by John H. Beveridge, superintendent of schools; Miss Belle Ryan, assistant superintendent; Principal J. G. Mas ters of Central, and George Johnson, lieutenant colonel of the high school cadets. The mass meeting was held to practice yells for the Central High .South Side High school foot ball game at Rourke park today. Boys Charged With Tlioft Of Gems Valued at $20,000 New York, Oct. 6. The police are holding three boys in connection with the theft of jewels valued at ?20,000 from a safe in the home of Charles B. Dillingham, theatrical producer, cn Sunday afternoon. Joseph Genevez, 17, is charged with burglary, and his two companions, Joseph Huthoff, 12, and Dominxk Lopez, 14, are in the charge of the children's society as juvenile delin quents. The police recovered the gems un der a pier where they had been buried.- -.-"- Names of Omaha Fledges to University Frats Held Up Names of - Omaha "High school graduates at the State university who have been pledged to fraterni ties there have been held up pending; investigation by the Interfraternity council. It has been announced by the council that, insofar as possible, no high school fraternity men will be -allowed to join university Greek letter societies. - Administration Reorganization Of Canal Urged Annual Saving of $3,000,000 Would Reiult From Adop. tion of Its Reconmtenila. tion, Committee Report. Washington, Oct. C.-(Uy the As fociatcd lre,) Thorough rcr ganiation of the administrative ma chinery in the Panama canal iouc with radical changes in existing policies affecting employment of labor, physical operation of the canal and railroad, pay of employes and other important mibjccts is recom mended in the preliminary report : submitted to Secretary Weeks by the commission which recently in vestigated conditions in the canal zone at his request. The commission estimated that an annual saving of $5,000,000 would result from adoption of its suggestions. Favors Open Shop. "It is further recommended," the report says, "that the open shop principle be actually put into effect on the isthmus and that in all de partments a substantial proportion of non-union men be employed." f Asserting that it has failed to find anything to justify continued ex penditure of canal funds to maintain a naval base at the canal the report recommends that operation of vari ous facilities for naval purposes, "cease immediately." Will Mean Saving. "The commission firmly believes that if the recommendations are adopted, the returns to the govern ment will increase year by year and that within a period of 10 or 15 years, the canal will return a fair income on the investment of the fed eral government therein, "but the report adds and estimates the total cost to date of the canal at ap proximately $500,000,000. The commission was headed by Brig. Gen. W. D. Connor, assistant chief of staff, Capt. A. B. Fry, of the Treasury department, F. A. Moli tor, New York engineer. Canadian Political Campaign Launched Ottawa, Oct. 6. With tariff ques tions as the main issue, political parties of Canada launched a cam paign that will end with the general election early in December. Al though the election date has not been announced- definitely, it is expected that formal nominations will; be held November 21, with polling on De cember 5. The 13th parliament of Canada, constituted in 1917, was formally dissolved yesterday by Lord Byng of Vimy, governor-general. Premier Meighen, leader of the conservative party, immediately isiued his. elec tion manifesto to the electorate,, em phasizing the tariff as the most im portant issue before - the Canadian people. Retention of the present protective tariff was, the premier de clared, vital to the welfare of Ca nadian industry. " ' Lane Comes to Tackle U. S. Mail Fraud Cases Arthur W. Lane,, assistant United States district attorney, arrived. yesterday trom Lincoln to pegin work on mail fraud ; cases now pending. He will devote himself ex clusively to this work. I ' : . " Persons indicted by the state errand jury will face federal charges 'if .in vestigation shows they used the mails to defraud, J. C. Kinsler, district attorney, said yesterday . v ' Rotary Club Officers Open Conference Here Today Presidents and secretaries of Ro tary clubs in the Sixteenth district, in which Omaha is located, will hold meetings today in the ball room of the Fontenell hotel. Members of the Omaha Rotary club will be hosts. Luther Brewer, district governor, will preside, and Harry A. Koch, secretary of the Omaha club, will serve as secretary. A banquet tonight at the hotel will conclude the session. New Nabisco Sales Chief Named for Omaha District R. D. Duve, formerly a special representative in the general sales department of the National Biscuit company, has been named local sales manager for Omaha, succeeding M. R. Watson, resigned, it was 'an nounced yesterday. Mr. Duve form erly was a salesman for the com pany at Des Moines, itounced today. Mr. Duve formerly was a salesman for the company at Des Moines. ''Happy" Benner's Mind Was Sound, Witness Testifies William H. Pitzer, who drew Mrs. "Happy" Van Wyck Benner's will, testified yesterday before Judge C. A. Leslie that Mrs. Benner was in brilliant mental condition when the will was drawn. Her son, Van Wyck Benner, through his father, seeks to have the will broken. He is heir to $500,000, but terms of the will stipulate that he shall not re ceive the money until he is 30. C. B. Country Club Dues Are Boosted $10 Per Year Dues to the Council Bluffs Couu try club were boosted $10 a ytar at i. meeting of the members and stock holders in Eagles' hall, Council Bluffs, Tuesday night Plans were discussed for the enlargement of the golf course from nine holes to 18 holes, toward which the additional $10 in dues will go. Bandit Suspect Alleges He Was Shot by Holdup Man John Anderson was arraigned in district court yesterday on a charge of attempting to hold up the J. J. Spellman grocery store, 1102 North Seventeenth street He was found :h the University hospital following the robbery with a bullet wound in his arm. Anderson's defense will be that lie wa& shot by a bandit Voted Best-Dressed on Trip Home From Paree ltit Poi'tJ Miss Doris Cameron of New York, was voted the best-dressed woman aboard the S. S. George Washing ton, arriving in New York from Eu rope. Miss Cameron's Bayadere frock has a turban-twist girdle of Roman striped silk. Her three-corner hat is trimmed with monkey fur. Taft Predicts Big Increase in "Dry" Violators Chief Justice Urges Appoint ment of Additional Judges To Handle Flood of Prohibition Cases. Washington, Oct. 6. Chief Justice Taft believes that violations of pro hibition law will greatly increase. He expressed this view when he laid aside his supreme court robes and appeared as a witness before the sen ate judiciary committee to plead for promnt enactment of law to create j 18 additional federal judgeships to relieve naiion-wiuu cimgcsLiuu ui federal court dockets. "Do you think prohibition cases will increase?" Senator Reed of Missouri- asked the chief justice. "I don't hesitate to say that I be lieve violations of the prohibition law will greatly increase before they begin to grow fewer," the chief jus tice replied. The Volstead act, according to Chief Justice Taft, has added con siderably to the congestion in the federal -courts',, but not as much as is -generally supposed. He estimated that "the ' prohibition violations had Increased the business of the courts about 8 per cent. Attorney General Daugherty, also before the committee to urge the additional judgeship bill, differed from the chief justice regarding the prospective increase in the prohibi tion cases. .' "Prohibition cases have reached their peak now," Mr. Daugherty said. "At the outset it was believed that the 'dry' law could not be en forced. I have seen that theory dis ' appear." Mr. Daugherty added that state authorities have shown an inclination to leave prohibition enforcement to the federal government. Wayne B. Wheeler. -spokesman for the Anti-Saloon league, issued a statement agreeing as to the neces sitjr for additional -judges, but in sisting that prohibition was' not to blame for the congestion. Of' 142, 402 cases pending in the federal courts on July 21, he said, only 10,365 cases were for violation of the prohibition law. Available Copper Supply Estimated at 405,051 Tons Washington, Oct 6. A survey of copper stocks, as of September 1, showed a total available supply of 405,051 short totjs, including pig cop per at the smelters and refined, metal ready for the 'market-Director George O. Smith of the Geological Survey announced. Nearly one-half of this tonnage was held in trust for the Copper Export association "for export alone," he said. "These figures do not include the working stock of copper in transit and in process of refining, which is now much lower than at the be ginning of the year nd apparently is reduced to a minimum," he added. ' Veteran Engineer Returns From Run to Find Wife Dead William Jobson, for 40 years an engineer for the Union Pacific rail road, left Omaha Monday on his run to Grand Island. When he returned Tuesday, he found his wife dead in bed. She was 60 years old.. Apparently she had died in her sleep Monday night The Jobsons live at 1325 South Twenty fifth street Funeral services will be held Frir day at 2:30 from the Cole-McKay funeral home. Burial will be in West Lawn cemetery. New Wheel Tax Schedule Effective Next January An increased schedule of wheel tax will be effective on January 1, according to the provisions of an ordinance which was passed by the city council yesterday. The schedule has been from $2 to $7.50. The new rates will be $3 to $2o, the latter to be for motor trucks of more than four tons capacity. Man Accused of Driving Booze Car Gives Self Up Packey Gaughan, said to have been the driver of the booze car captured in Council Bluffs Tuesday night; appeared at the office of the L'nited States deputy marshal in the Pluffs Wednesday and surrendered.. Bond for $1,000 was furnished by J him. J mm i Gloria Swanson Named in Court Suit Over Will Stepfather Leave 1'ntire $100,000 Estate to Star and Mother Heirs Seek to Break Document. Lo Angeles, Oct 6. Gloria Swarison and her mother became the central fiffurcs in a $IOO,0X) uit today when relative of the late Matthew P. Burns filed a conteft to his will charging the screen star and her mother with exerting undue influence on the late proprietor of a string of shoe stores. Mr. Burns, who died August 17, left his entire estate except a few small legacies, to his widow, Mrs. Adeline I Burns, who is the mother of Miss Swanson by a for mer marriage. The estate is valued in excess of $100,000. To his two brothers, a sister and a nephew he bequeathed $500 eacl). They have filed a contest over the probate of the will. The complaint, filed through J. Marion Wright, claims that Mr. Burns was of unsound mind and that Mrs. Burns and Miss Swanson exerted undue influence on him, as a result of which he made the will, which they seek to break. It is stated further in the complaint that Miss Swanson and her mother paid $100 for an introduction ,to Mr. Burns and that shortly after the in troduction Burns began paying as siduous court to Miss Swanson. He discovered, however, the com plaint recites, that Gloria was married and thereupon concentrated his attentions on her mother with the result that they were married a short time afterward. Skinner Storage Plant Taken Over By Jerpe Company The cold storage plant cf the Skinner Packing company at Twelfth and Douglas streets has been taken over by the Jerpe Com mission company for five years at an annual rental with the option of buying it within that period. I he deal was.made by the receiver, Keith Neville, on an order from Fed eral Judge' Woodrough. "We will take possession No vember 1," said E. J. Jerpe. West Virginia Refuses Charter to Ku Klux Klan Charleston, W. Va.. Oct. 6. In formal application for a charter of incorporation was made yesterday by the Realm of West Virginia, Knights of the Ku Kltix Klan, according to Houston G. Young, secretary of state. Mr. Young declined to issue the charter, but said he made it plain to the applicant, who did not give his name, that the organization ' will not be granted a charter in this state." Secretary Young did. not give his reason for the refusal He added, however,' that he had informed the applicant that "the laws of the state are such that the stite supreme court can issue a writ of mandamus com pelling the secretary of state to grant the charter Officers Assigned to Seventh Corps Area Col.' Charles H.' Englesby, infan try reserve officer, has been assigned to the, 365th infantry, according to an extract from an official list of assignments of reserve officers for the .Seventh corps area made public yesterday. Col. Philip Louis Hall, jr., and Lieut. Col.' Anan Raymond are as signed to 'the 355th infantry. Maj. - Raymond Logari Crosson "is assigned to the Third battalion, 355th infantry, and Capt. Forrest H. Cun ningham is assigned to the gun bat talion, army anti-aircraft regiment al lotted to-Nebraska. . ' Street Lights May Flash Off to Tell Correct Time As a means of setting the correct time in Omaha, H. A. Raapke. Oma ha architect, has suggested to the Chamber of Commerce that electric streets lights throughout the city be flashed off for n moment at 8 every night "This suggestion is offered in view street lights throughout tht city be pany has discontinued telling sub scribers the corrtct time," Mr. Raapke's letter to the Chamber of Commerce reads. Woman Taken From Train Because of Mental Collapse Mrs. Nina Coulson. Grand Junc tion. Colo., was taken from a morn ing train at the Union station yester day suffering from a mental col lapse. She was placed in charge of Mrs. Clara Mead, Travelers Aid who in turn released her to county officials. Mrs. Coulson was on her way to Blooming Prairie, Minn. Friends and relatives at Grand Junction have been notified of her plight Steamships. San Francisco. Oct. 6. Freeport Sul phur Number Five, Galveston; Astyanax, br.. Glasgow; Manoa. Honolulu; Elmaloer, Dutch, Batavla and Yokohama. Pireaua. Oct. 1. King Alexander, New York. Fayal, Oct. 4. Roma. New York. Hamburg, Oct. 1. Indian. San Fran claco. Delagoa Bay, Oct 2. Canadian Inven tor. Vancouver. Kobe. Sent 30. Coaxet, Portland, Ore.; Eldrldne, Tacoma. Yokohama, Oct. 4. Suway Mara, Ta coma. Hon Kong-. Oct 4. Nile, San Fran clsca. Liverpool Oct 4. Theodore Kooaevelt, San Francisco. Plymouth, Oct. S. -tjtpland. New York. New York. Oct 6. Weet Haven. Seattle. Shanghai. Oct 4. Sliver 8tate. Seattle, Norfolk. Oct S. Talbc Hani, Po.tland, Ore, Depart ore. New York, Oct (. Fatonia. Danxlf. Liverpool, Oct S. Havra Ford, Phila delphia. Southampton, Oct i. Olympic, New York. Bremen. Oct 8. Prlnre Katoika, New York; Potomac, New York. Immingham, Oct S Pilardelarrinaaa. Portland. Ore. New York. Oct S. Adriatic. Southamp- fn' f-rfa U.rM- Sthr'm Mmi Jan. anese, lives Kvas. J Hard-Earned Dollar Of Working Man Goes To Gypsy Smith Fund A tirtfro, a working nun, give bard-earne! $J to the Gyty Smith 1 ranipaiK'i committee yrterdjy. He ciilii t hate very many dollars lo tpare, he luUI the cuiiiiniitee, and he liu to work hard for hi money, but lie wanted to help the caune. 1 am not working today so I thought I would come down and bring this," lie aid, a he walked into hcadquarhrs in the Y. M. t' A. and tnnUicd 4 crcaed and raided $1 bill. The committee accepted the niniicy in the spirit in which it was given. Trip nrero is a member of the Grove Mcthodit church. Condition of Jap Emperor Serious (Physical and Mental Condi tion Declines Rapidly, Id ' Word. Tnliin Ort ftP,v tlw AssO- liiiicu 1 ica. t.iufv;i vi i vaiiuuii,, whose illness has been causing alarm in Japan, is said to be worse In an official statement is.sucd here. It is declared his condition is most un satisfactory. At the imperial household it is explained that the emperor's physical and mental condition has become aggravated. The dilliculty he has experienced in walking and holding conversations has been augmented, while his memory and capacity for attention have declined. There are signs that he has been suffering from a severe disease of the brain, and it is recalled that during his in fancy he was seriously ill, his malady recurring after he attained his ma jority. Since the coronation he has gradually weakened in mind and body. The official statement concluded b saying that the growing volume of domestic and international busi ness was placing an increasing de mand upon the time of the emperor and compelled the issuance of a formal statement. Freak Lilac Bush in Omahan's Yard Blooms Second Time This Year Among various forms of plant life that have budded during the warm weather of September and October is a large lilac bush in the yard of Mrs. Peter J. McGuire's residence, 1566 North Eighteenth street. Ordinarily the lilac is one of the early spring shrubs, blooming usually the last of April or the first of Mav. The 15-year-old lilac bush dt Mrs. McGuire's home stands promincntly on the corner of the lot where the sun shines on it all day. Yesterday the entire bush was covered with buds which will expand into perfect blossoms if there is no heavy frost Several cuttings of flowers have been taken from the bush in the last 10 days. A curious feature is that this bush now has its second full growth of leaves this season. Peter Pan Blouses Versatile wash blouses of barred and striped dim ity suitable for wear with a tailored suit or a jump er dress, Exceptionally well made and attrac tive for $3.50. Wool Tuxedo Sweaters $6.95 More of them are ready for Friday's celling. A two in one style which may be worn plain or turned baclc in tuxedo style. All wool, jersey with comfortable s"port pockets." Brown, navy and black. Sizes 34 to 44. Third Floor Tempting to the Housewife If For your approval good looking aprons. In light and dark shades made with a fitted waistline or kimono style, tie back sash or belted as you may prefer. Each ' style may be had for 89c. Extra size bungalow aprons in dark colors for $2.00. U Extra size gingham dresses in light or dark colora for $4.50. fi Queen Make, a very dainty gingham frock with collar and cuffs of white poplin, is sure to please. The panel front with sash and the full skirt are most at tractive. Price $5.25. Second Floor $10,000 Demanded in Note to Millard Man A Llnitl IVtmuM, levator fptr. tor, was on hi way i work at court house yrKerdiy inerninir, lie discovered a tlirratrniim Utter on Karnum street, aihlreed t1 a Mr, Ueiiaon in MHUrJ. A skull and rrots ttours and i druwinir ol a Yale Uv adorned lh top of the mioise. The Inter de manded that Jlo.iXK) be left by a bridge under pain of violence to Mr iiriiMtu't duuehtrr. County invrttitf.tturi are working cn the case. Witnesses Tell of Uncovering Body State Wrll Into Tfottmotiy ut Trial of Allfgr.l Slayer. Kedwood City, Citl., Oct. AThe tatc today was well into it preren tation of evidence against Wit'.xm A. llishtower, baker, in hi trial here on charses of murdering; Ka'her Patrick F. Helin. Catholic priest of Colnu, a San Francisco suV.trb. Two witnesses, George L. Lynn, a San Francisco newspaper reporter, and Chief of .Police Da:i:cl S. O'Brien, of San Francisco, "l yts terday's court session described the midnight expedition to the lonely cliffs above iralada Ueach, where the priest's body' was found in a shallow yravc. Each also detailed at length statements nude by Jlixhtovur sub sequent to the finding of the body as to his reason for not Koi"B direct to the police when he wished to make known his discovery of the grave This, Hightower was uotcd as de claring, was his wish to obtain for himself a large reward offered for the discovery of the priest dead or alive. Physician Presents Library With Rook On Americanization A new book of elementary Amer icanization series, entitled "The Short Constitution," has been presented to the public library by Dr. E. C. Henry, who has long been actively interested in Americanization work in Omaha. The book is designed for foreigners who are looking forward to Amer ican citizenship. It is a considera tion, in simple language, of the con stitution of the United States with particular reference to the guaran ties of life, liberty and property. Other books of this series will be forthcoming, Dr. Henry has prom ised the librarian. "This book falls in line with the work we are doing in Americaniza tion and help for those seeking citi zenship," said Miss Edith Tobitt, li brarian. "We are anxious to co-opJ eratc with other agencies in this work and to supply literature of a helpful nature. We have our foreign books grouped on one floor and when peo ple apply for these we suggest to them to read the books on Amer icanization." The island of Guernsey has en joyed home rule for several hundred years. Collars Become ore Apparent With the donning of a new autumn suit or frock , comes the desire for that little touch of something which sets the well dress ed woman apart from the crowd. As a suggestion we offer for your approv al Venetian collar laces in white, cream and ecru at a very moderate price. Lisle Hosiery Silk lisle hose garter top and double soles. In navy, black and cordovan for 1.25 a pair. H Lisle Sport Hose with contrasting clocks in gray, cordovan and black for 2.50 a pair. f Imported silk lisle hose with self clocks in cordovan, navy and black for 2.75 a pair. j Imported silk lisle sport hose in c'tecks, stripes and fancy nov elties for 2.50 a pair. Toilet and Bath Soap Friday 3c a cake Toilet Good Section Merit Basis for Army Promotion Weeks Announces Sftretary of War Name Urigailirr General Hailey to Fill Vacancy Caused liy Kepifination of Wood. Wa.hir.gton, IM. 6 Secretary ol War Week announced that merit in the future would be the test for promotion to the runk tf brigadier gt'iirral of the army. After announcing the promotion cf lirig. (Jen. Charles J. Hailey to be major Rtiieral to fill the vacancy caused by retirement of Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood and lirig. den. Samuel Stitrui to the vacancy caued by re tirtiurut of Maj. Gin. Joseph 'I. Dickmau, Secretary WeeU aid the names of two new brigadier gen erals would be anouiKcd tomorrow. "In the past," aid Secretary Week, "an attempt wa made to equalize promotions between the several combat arms by distributing among them in turn, the.se appoint mrnts, a certain number oi vacancies being tilled from each arm. The selection of the best man was thus occasionally subordinated to the ef fort to equalise promotion. Since the act of June 4, 1920, in which congress placed all officers of the combat arms on a single promo tion list, the necessity lor distribut ing appointments to equalize promo tion no longer exists and the best man may be sought without regard to his arm of the service. Here, after endeavor will be made to se cure the best, having in mind due re gard for distinguished service and the best interests of the government as affected by age, past record and variety of military experience as indicating probable efficiency, with regard for such other considerations as may be deemed wise by the ap pointing authority. In general, while staff duty well performed is con sidered as important, the capacity for command is wha.t is sought in a gen eral oflicer and efficiency proven in command of troops will be the surest avenue to preferment." Lumber Men Want Cut On Hardwood Producst Washington, Oct. 6. Representa tives of the hardwood industry in southern and northern states and from points as far west as Arkansas, brought to hearings before the In-. terstate Commerce commission, their application for general reductions of freight rates on hardwood forest products. All witnesses called by the com plainant stated the desired rate re duction would assist in bringing about a general price reduction, while railroad attorneys in cross examination endeavored to secure admission to the effect that transpor. tation expense was so small a per centage of the industry's operating cost that it could not be considered important. C. B. Nallen, a West Virginia manufacturer, asserted that on re cent shipment from his factory freight charges were $12.60 per 1,000 feet on' a product for which he received $5 per 1,000. 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