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THE BEE: OMAHA, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1917. INFORM BERLIN HOW GERMANS TREATED U.' S. Takes Steps to Notify Kaiser's Government of Latest Restrictions Im posed on Aliens. (By AMiat4 Pretc) Washington, Nov. 22. The Ger man government will be informed of the steps taken under President Wil son's Jatest alien enemy proclama tion to impose restriction! on unnat uralized Germans in this country, it was etad today, in order to assure the Berlin authorities that no abuse of their countrymen here U con templated and that the United States is doing no more to German sub jects here than Germany did to Americans there long ago. j Along with this report, t is un- Jerslood. will be f ent a memorandum of the German sailors in this coun Vatican is Accused of Secretly Aiding Austria London, Nov. 23. The Vatican if accused in an editorial in the Morn ing Post of being implicated in the propaganda which the newspaper says was largely responsible for the recent Italian, reverses. Reviewing what it describes as Vatican machina tions, the Post declares that its politi cal activities during the war "can by no sophistry be regarded as con sistent with the principles of neu trality." "From the beginning," says the Post, "the Vatican has leaned to Aus tria' side and lately has furtively but actively espoused the Austrian cause." The newspaper calls on the British government to look into- the matter and demands that the Vatican declare definitely on which side it stands. Aeroplane Descends Among Fishing Boats and Explodes San Francisco, Nov. 22. The descent of i German aeroplane into the nets in the midst of a fleet of try held as prisoner of war, civilian-! Dutch fishing vessels, followed by an interned as dangerous aliens, and crews of the former German mer chantmen detained by the immigra tion authorities. The number of unnaturalized Ger mans interned does not exceed 600, it was stated today, and officials do not expect an increase of more than two or three hundred as a result of failure to obey the new regulations establishing prohibited zones and compelling registration. The men in terned are comfortably housed, re ceive their food, clothing and lodging and many are given work with pay. The prisoners of war, sailors trorn the German war vessels, are main tained in simple comfort, but with out luxury, at several forts where there are military prisons. The men receive food, clothing, lodging, to bacco and a few other incidentals and the officers receive the pay and privi leges of their corresponding ranks in the United States navy. The Department of Justice had nearly completed today the regula tions for registration of unnatural ized Germans and it was thought they might be promulgated by next Mon day. It was stated authoratively that there would be no provision for ex emption to the rules established in the president's proclamation, al though hundreds of plans for exempt ion have been received from Ger mans living or having business places within 100 yards of docks and wharves, and from Germans who must H leave the District of Columbia. Among ' those who must leave Washington before December 15, are few em ployes of neutral embassies. ; Henry Ford Invests $500,000 : In Canadian Victory Bonds Detroit, Mich., Nov. 23. It was an nounced here today that Henry Ford had subscribed for $500,000 worth of Canadian Victory bonds. explosion of the engine and caoture of the plane and two occupants was related nere today by h. Uykman, an arrival from Holland. The Germans sighted the fishing boats and came toward them cose to the water's surface, Dykman said. The plane had been riddled by Eng lish, shrapnel. An explosion occur red after the aircraft had dipped into the water and had become enmeshed in the big nets. The officers were rescued and later interned in Hol land. Italian Bank In Oenver Raided by Holdup Men Denver, Colo., Nov. 23 Two thous and dollars was obtained from the cash drawers of the Italian-American bank on lower Fifteenth street 'here today by two young men, apparently Italians, who held up the cashier and five customers and escaped in an automobile. The robbers, who wore no masks, entered the bank at 1 o'clock, when all employes except the cashier had gone to lunch. Five thousand dol lars had been taken froru the cash drawers but a few minutes previously by the bank's vice president, Cesare FrezinnL Footpads Beat Paymaster And Take $28,000 in Cash Erie, Pa., Nov. 23. Timothy Car roll, paymaster of the T. M. Nagle Boiler and Engine company, was held up and robbed of $28,000 by two men here today. the7 DEMING SOLDIERS KEEN FORWAR RISKS Second Million of Insurance Reached, Captain P. B. Hal ligan Reports; Officers Take First Million. Carroll had obtained monev employes, and had just alighted from a street car near the works when he was knocked down and beaten by one of the men while the other se cured the money. The robbers escaped. Camp Cody, Deming, N. M., Nov. 21. fSDCcial.) Approximately the second million of war risk insurance has been reached at the division in surance office, it was announced by Captain P. R. Halligan, formerly of Company E, Fifth Nebraska infantry, North PUtte, Neb., chairman of the committee that went to Washington for instructions several weeks ago. Applications are coming in from en listed men for straight insurance, all for the maximum, $10,000, except one. One hundred officers took the first $1,000,000. Major S. J. Sutherland, acting chief of start, led oit, seconaea by Major H. M. Nelly, then Colonel J. E. Bartley, 133d infantry (first Iowa) applied, nis signature Demg witnessed by Brigadier General H. A. Allen. Iowa commander. It is be lieved that the $100,000,000 mark may be reached when all the men have been informed. Only the great total of Liberty loan bonds bought here will stand in the way of a high record. Explanations are in progress all over the camo relative to the new law. which orovides for insurance, al lowance of pay to dependents and compensation in case of disability. Enlisted men are compelled to make allotments of pay for the support of their families, and in turn are entitled to receive from the government al lowances. Workings of Law. ; Interesting features of the workings of the law crop out. A cook in the 135th infantry (First Minnesota) draws pay of $38 per month. He has a wife and four children. He will be obliged to contribute $19 per month to their support and the government will give $42.50 additional. He said he would take out $10,000 insurance. If he does, in case of total disability he would get from insurance $57.50 monthly for 240 months and the gov ernment would give him $75 more? If he should be killed his family would receive the insurance money and $57.50 more ner month, making them an income of $115 for 20 years. "Yet this cook will probably growl, as most cooks do," said Captain Hal ligan. Greek Traitors rrested and Will Be Exiled From Athens Athens, Tuesday, Nov. 20. .'.bout 150 pro-German ,Greeks have been ar rested, charged with espionage, pro paganda and diffusion of false news. They will be expelled. I Central Prmerc anrl Suuk Willi ui l viivig ui 114 viriutf Hold Peace Congress Washington, Nov. 23. The pacifist congress is in full swing at Berne, Switzerland, although it had been supposed here that it would be post poned until the end ef December. Ca bled reports received, today from Switzerland state that the attendance at the congress is made up entirely of representatives of the central pow ers and of Switzerland. Among them are Dr. Dernberg, Erzberger. 1 PRICE PRICE Coat Sale Coat Sale AT THE v House ot Menagh 1613 Farham Street 'THE STORE FOR GENTLEWOMEN" Thanksgiving Coat Sale at January Prices V2 PRICE ON EVERY COAT IN OUR HOUSE ' (Excepting Chiffon Velvets and Silk Velours and Wooltex.) 400 beautiful coats, made in every new material and every fadiionable' color will be of fered commencing Saturday morning and continuing until Thanksgiving. i . The Materials Silvertone, Wool Velour, Pom Pom, Plush, Broadcloth and Novelty Fabrics. ; THE prices" , ' , . ... , . IIEO.OO Coats, at. .$75.00 $50.00 Coatsr at.1.'. ..... . . . . ; j .'. . . .$2S.00 $100.00 Coats, at. . ; $50.00 ' $35.00 Coats, at...., $17.50 $ 75:00 Coats, at....... $37.50 $25.00 Coats, at..... ..$12.50 Every Garment Offered isthe Usual House of Menagh Quality In nl a a tt WBltina, until Tn... 1 1 . i , ... ... ..... .... ... r w. uuoijf u ciar our siock we are putting tnis sale on at the very -heighthof the season at January prices. So come early. ..... If . i ' Scheidemann, David and Prince' Alex ander of Hohenlohe, for Germany. Buffalo Bill Post of Foreign War Vets Formed at Deming Camp Cody, Deming, N. M., Nov. 21. (Special.) Buffalo Bill Post No. 98 Veterans of Foreign Wars, recent ly formed here, has a membership of 35. The states best represented are Nebraska, Iowa and North Da kota. Arthur W. Piggot, chief field clerk in the division adjutant's of fice, is the secretary. Norwegian Food Minister Resigns Because of Criticism Copenhagen, Nov. 23.-M. Vik, the Norwegian food minister, has re signed, according to a dispatch re ceived here from Christiana. The Norwegian Parliament Thurs day defeated a resolution designed to force the resignation of the cabinet. During the debate on. the measure dissatisfaction was ex pressed with Minister Vik for his manner of handling the food question. British Military Authorities To Round Up Fake Officers New York, Nov. 23. A concerted country-wide effort to round up f "fake" Britiih army officers who, it is said, have imposed on the Ameri can public in ma..y ways, is to be made by British army officers now in New York, it was announced to day. An investigation has disclosed, it was said, that at least SO men pos ing as British officers are now operat ing tnrougnout inc country. Taarfrw- - T 77 " ' ""gl "IF" 1 !'i , , 111 The Store is in complete readiness for those who wise ly do their G i f t buying EARLY THOMPSON.BELDEN - CO. Qhc fashion Cenier Jor Woman3 Comfort Kits Such complete kits, bound to give the most satisfaction and pleasure to those away from home. Kits, khaki covered, fit ted with a comb and brush, a trench mirror, a soap box and tooth brush holder are especially recommended. Cases fitted with a pair of mili tary brushes and a comb, are al so fine. To assist in making writing most convenient, we have khaki cov ered writing tablets that are very inexpensive. Notion Section ' . Trcfoussc Gloves If Choosing the Best One and two-clasp styles, pique sewn with self and contrasting stitchings. In black, white and every desirable color, $2, $2.50, $3.25 a pair. In Answer To the Gift Question One finds in the Artneedlework Section such individual gift things that choosing for all one's friends is no task at all. Suitable novelties are in a variety that makes it possible to please every taste. Those who see things now, while assortments are complete, naturally have the best opportu nity to select without hurry. Third Floor New House Dress Aprons Aa an aid in preparing the Thanksgiving dinner they are quite indispensable, covering completely one's clothes. For all of their serviceability they are very attractive; $1.45, $1.75. ' Moutewear Basement Cotton Blankets, $2 to $5 a Pair Fancy plaids, plain grays, tans, also white with colored borders. Three-quarter and double ' bed sizes. Warm, dependable quali ties, $2, $3, $3,50, $5 a pair. Cotton Comforters, $3, $3.50 and $4 Attractive coverings over pure white cotton, winter weights that are warm and serviceable; size 72x84 for $3, $3.50 and $4. Pure Cotton Batting Three-pound bats, sheet size 72x 84, plenty large enough for full 'size comforters, $1.25. $1.40, $1.85. Basement Silk Hose at Sensible Prices In black, white and colors, with lisle tops and soles, $1.35. Pure thread silk with lisle tops and soles, in black, white and colors, $1.50. Black silk hose, with "Pointex" heels, $2.50. The Fur Shop Thompson-Belden furs are pre-eminently quality furs and express the utmost in style and goodness at a sen sible price. Back of each purchase is the reliability of this firm thirty-one years old. Marten, Moleskin, Mink, Kolensky, Hudson Seal, Fox, Fischer, Rat, Wolf Coats, Shawls, Muffs, Scarfs, Capes All-Linen Huck Toweling by the Yard Huck toweling bought, by the yard can be hemmed, hemstitched and embroidered in numerous pleasing ways, making very decor ative and sensible gifts. Plain and figured toweling, from 15 to 25 inches wide. 15-inch Huck, 40c, 50c, 55c 18-inch Huck, 75c a yard 20-inch Huck, 85c a yard 22-inch' Huck, $1.00 a yard 25-inch Huck, $1.00 a yard Linen Section Flannelette Gowns and Pajamas for Women and Children Women'a medium weight gowns, with or "without collars. Very well made and moderately priced, at $1. . . White and colored flannelette gowns, in medium or heavy weight, with or without collars, $1.25 to $2.50.. Children's gowns, pajamas and sleeping garments, in white and colored outing flannel. 2 to 14 year sizes. Fine Velvet Coats $75, $05, $ 1 1 0.50 A carefully chosen collection of rich velvet coats, meeting the demand of discriminating women J for coats of the utmost quality and distinction. Women's Coats, Tailored Styles, in Three Groups $25, $29.50, $35 Perfectly tailored coats, in the latest styles, fash ioned of quality fabrics in weaves and colors favored this season. An exceptionally fine col lection of garments is offered at these 3 prices. i Featuring a Sale of Trimmed Hats, $3.95, $5, $7.50 All millinery modes of the hour are found in the col lection that goes on sale Saturday. Copies of late models by leading design ers. Styles for dress wear, semi-dress occasions, street and sports wear. Unusual effects in black and all the new colorings. Very Specially Priced $3.95, $5, $7.50 heen's Shop Shop Early in the Day It's Better Imported Neckwear From Liberty & Co., of Regent Street, London. British silk poplin four-in-hands, in plain shades, $2. Japanese satin, British print, soft colors,: beautiful patterns, $2.50. British brocaded four-in-hands, all hand made and veay exclu sive, $3.50. Silk Shirts For present wear or for Christ mas gifts. New patterns in Manhattan, Eagle, Earl and Wilson, $5 to $10. Silk and wool mixtures that are very smart, for $6.50. Madras and crepes, $1.25 to $3.50.: Soft French or stiff cuff styles. New Hose Plain shades of wood brown, mahogany, cordovan, pearl gray, taupe, champagne, navy, black and white. Fancy hose, embroidered clocks, cross stripes and mottled ef fects. Interwoven, Wayne Knit, Mc Callum, Onyx and Phoenix. Gloves Smart styles in cape stocks, mochas, bucks and light weight dressed kids, unlined or silk lined, for street wear aijd dress occasions. Also 1 driving gloves and gauntlets. Fownes' Perrin's, Lucas and Kennedy. Handkerchiefs Khaki colored, in silk, 75c; in cotton, 15c. Hand embroidered initials in white and colors, 35c, 50c, 75c, $1. Pure Irish linen, plain, 19c to $1.50. ' Corded, cross barred, deep bor dered, rolled hem and hand hemstitched handkerchiefs, 50c to $1.50, . Jan, Cheney and crepe de chine silks, in white and colors, 50e to $1.50. Make selections now for Christ mas from complete assortments. Reefers For warmth, but better still, to keep your collar clean. Attrac tive styles and different weights in knitted or silks. Made with fringe ends. Reefers for street and full dress wear. Pure silk accordion reefers, $5, $6, $7. Superior Union Suits Cotton, mercerized, wool mix tures and all wool garments. Two-piece and union suits, in Winsted, Sterling and Stuttgai- iir, 9i.su to 7 a suit. A Step to the Left as You Enter. Diange off Location Our City Ticket Office is now per manently located at 411 South 15th Street Railway Exchange Building. Telephone Douglas 428. Our City Freight Office will tem porarily locate in Room 437, 4th Floor, same building. Telephones Douglas 447 and 448. The same courteous attention will continue to be accorded our patrons. J. S. McNally, Division Passenger Agent E. P. Hennessy, Commercial Agent Few Farm Telephones in All of Europe la the United States there are 3,000,000 farm telephones. In Europe there are very few telephones on th. farms. Most of them are in the big cities, Europe has live times the population of the United States. It has lass than half as many telephones. When Buying Advertised Goods Say You Read of Them in The Bee