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About Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922 | View Entire Issue (March 16, 1918)
2 THE BEE: OMAHA, SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 1918. RESUME PACKERS' PROBE DESPITE LACK OF PAPERS . Documents From Veeder Vault ; Still Withheld, But Investiga ; tion Continues in Charge i . of Heney. I Chicago, March Ii The pukus probe was resumed today by F'lacis T Hnw atrnmpw far that ff.,vrn. , ment, despite the fact that the cvrted paper from the Veeder vault vere still unobtainable. ine investigation is ex parte, umy such evidence and testimony as Mr. Heney. attorney for the commission, desires, being introduced. Explaining the loss the packers have faced in the hide market G. F. Swift, vice president of Swift & Co said today i hat the demand had not equalled th supply for some time past "Stocks of hides have been heavy, with prices declining, he said. "Not withstanding this, Swift & Co. sold 20 per cent more hides in 1917 than any previous year. On account of the heavy receipts of cattle hide stocks are still heavy, and anyone who has been unable to find a market of " course will suffer by the decline, 5 "There hat been no hoarding of hides. Supply and demand have reg ulated the price and' it is simply a case of demand not equalling the sunnlv" M. W. Borders, attorney for Mor ris & Co. and Wilson & Co., wis the : . ii. -1 - ' . - J 1 . from prosecution in any future pro , ceedings as a result of nil testimony ' and then proceeded to answer qvea- tions. - ;Mr. Heney took tip the cottonseed , oil interests of the packers in Texas, concerning which there was -nuch ? litigation. Mr, Henev asked the wit ness if be did not know that rom ', 1902 to 1914 dividends on this husi- ness were paid in a single chee to one Louis C Ehle and that Ehle had f been accused of embezzlement The 5 witness replied that he thought hat 5 Heney knew more of the case ttua he f did. , i Vault Was Robbed. Mr. Heney turned his questions to i Mr. Borders' office files. "The vault was burglarized twice" said Mr. Borders. "Was anything taken?" asked Mr. Heney. . "They got Liberty bond," replied the witness. "One file has been : missing also Mr. Heney peered through his rim ' less spectacles at Mr. Borders afid . Mr. Borders gaied through his of tortoise shell. "Whom do yorf suspect?" Mr. Heney asked at last. ( , "You don't want my suspicions for the record, do you? If you do it is 1 all right wjth me," ,-. ''Some lawyer?" persisted Mr. Heney. w ' . As a matter of-fact the manager of the building said he has his sus picions because several other offices were entered, but I don't know what they were," replied the witness. ine witness saia mat Aiorns ei THE HOUSE OF MEMGH "ft Slort lot Gtnlltwvmtn" '. ' . 1613 Farnam Street ,..',' lllIHMtl!illlttllMtllltll . Announces a Offering ' of Silk Dresses for Saturday's Selling. PRICED AT 85 VALUES TO $35.00 - imniiitnmtiirttniHtRt MATERIALS Taffeta Georgette Satin 4 ; Foulard Special I'M Co.'s principal-purpose in watching legislatio. was to avoid breaking any of the innumerable laws passed from time to time, die said they watched legislative brlls also. "I want to know what you person ally have done in opposing bills which you thought inimical to Morris & Co.?" asked Mr. Heney. "Very little; once or twice. In those cases I appeared with informa tion before the proper committees." Mr. Borders said he had never lob bied, nor bad he ever employed any man to go to Springfield for that pur pose. The witness said he knew of no fund of Morris & Co. to influence oleomargarine legislation. Mr. Heney observed: "From your testimony it appears that you had nothing to do with opposing the Bor land resolution (packing house in quiry); nothing to do with tax assess ments or electing friendly assessors; nothing to do with influencing legis lation by states, nor with subscribing to campaign funds for state legisla tors or congressmen." Border in West. Witness nodded acquiescence and Mr. Heney raised his voice : "The Borland resolution caused alarm among the packers and I want to find out what you know of the flood of telegrams which came to the judiciary committee at Washington as a result ? "My best recollection is that I was in the west on another matter at the time," said the witness. Mr. Heney produced a copy of a telegram dated Washington, D. C, and addressed to Nelson Morris, at Chicago, by Edward Morris, t., both members of the firm of Morns & Co. It dealt with the Borland resolution and suggested that 100 telegrams, "not all worded alike," should be sent to Congressman Morgan of Okla homa arguing that an investigation would be a bad business proposition for the cattle interests of Oklahoma. Witness said that he knew nothing about it Mr. Heney read othei let ters and telegrams, several of which were signed by Henry Veeder. coun sel for Swift & Co., who recently ob tained a court decision preventing Mr. Heney from going through the files in his private office. Matter of Principle. 'These were taken from the files of Swift & Co., pot from Veeder's vaults," said Mr. 'Heney with a trim smile. "It is immaterial to me where they came from; I have nothing to conceal or fear," replied the witness:' "Oh, certainly not," rejoined Mr. Heney, with marked sarcasm. "Oh, not Not' Nobody has anythin? to fo fear from what is in the Veeder files. That isn't why they don't want me to look them over. It's a matter of high principle alone. Will Not Help Shoes. St. Louis Mo., March 15. The present drop in the price of hides, it was stated at the general offices of a large shoe manufacturing company today, probably is due to the winte" deterioration of stock, and there is no evidence thul far that the price de cline will tart long enough to affect the price of shoes. i A decrease of 30 per cent in the value of raw hides, if long continued, would meet the manufacturing cost of shoes about S cents a (pair, it was stated. -f ... .. . The cost of raw hides, it was ex plained was but one element of the many entering into the cost of mak ing shoes. Other elements are the conversion of hides into leather, the cost of tanning, which has increased, and the cost of , turning the leather into shoes. Divorce Suit Pending Since 1914 Finally is Terminated Divorce proceedings between Olive R. Arnold and Arthur A. Arnold, nendinff in district enur nine Nn. vember 21, 1914, were-terminated rriaay. Arnold was granted the di vorce on. his cross-petition alleging cruelty and Mrs. Arnold awarded cus tody of their daughter, Mildred, 13 years old, and $500 for her maintenance. CIEMI1AL- VajgSThat make their own appeal cg in hundreds of beautiful rugs. oooooF I J T T$T , vj 1 5 oeooooogato I ".-yMt v i Lt I I3t Values That Prove in the Wear of the Rug Late patterns in Oriental effects ; in Axminsters, Brussels and Wiltons. Small Sizes 27x54, Velvets at $2.25 to $4.75 3rjx60 Heavy Axminsters, at...... $4.75 to $6.95 Howard Street, Between 15th and lBth. HAWKEYES WANT TO BUY COAL IN EASTERN STATES (Goa tinned from Faa On.) praised of these rumored discrimina tions addressed a letter to Daniel Wil- lard, chairman of the War Industry board, asking if such a policy had been determined on. "If this be true it is to be regretted," said the congressman, "as we of the western states consider ourselves a part of the United States and are contributing our full share to the conduct of the war in men, money, and material, I understand the infor mation as to the discrimination alleged was conveyed by Captain Alfred H. Granger of the building department of the Council of National Defense." Today a letter was received by Con gressman LobecW from Captain Granger in which he says: "When the group of Omaha contractors called upon us, I had the privilege of talking to them personally and I can not understand now they went away with the impression that there was to be any discrimination against western firms in the recommendation of con tracts for government construction work. Not "Cutting" Weet. "I distinctly remember telling them absolutely the opposite of this. My talk with them was most pleasant and I felt that they went away satis fied that I would do everything in my power personally to bring western men before the committee." Captain Granger states that when Horace Burt was president of the Union Pacific he designed and super intended the union station in Oma ha and being a western man himself with all his interests in the middle west he cannot understand how the erroneous impression got abroad. He further states that information from the cantonment division is that a great deal of work this summer will be spread throughout the country and it is his desire that this work be given to western contractors. Binder Twine Relief. Senator Hitchcock stated today he had been informed that a committee of five persons is to be appointed on fertilizer licenses to operate jointly with the Department of Agriculture and the food administration and that just as soon as rules and regulations are promulgated Nebraska producers of potash will be expected to come under those regulations. Senator Hitchcock also stated that he had been advised by the food ad ministration that if the farmers of Nebraska cannot make satisfactory prices with dealers in binder twine, that the food administration will fill orders for them. It was the aim of the food administration to equalize the burden between producer and consumer and if Nebraska farmers think they are not getting a square deal he urges them to take up the matter with Mr. Hoover's depart ment Further the letter advises that twine is quoted at 2Q14 cents at the Minnesota state prison. McHugh Board Counsel. Judge and Mrs. W. D. McHugh are in Washington, Judge McHugh having been called to the capital by Bernard Baruch, head of the war industries board to consider a propo sition to join$ the board as its general counsel. Judge McHugh has the mat ter under serious consideration In East for, Wedding. . Mr. and Mrs. Frans Nelson and daughters of Omaha arrived in Washington today to attend the wed ding of their son and brother, Lieu tenant Harvey Nelson, to Miss Mar ian Norris, daughter of Senator and Mrs, Norris, which will take place tomorrow at 4 o'clock. Miss Toy Higgins of Omaha is in the capital en route to England, where she goes to tell the English people what American women are doing to help win the war. Metcalfe Makes Talk. Eustis, Neb., March IS. (Special Telegram.) R. I Metcalfe, member of the State Council of Defense, ad dressed an audience of 1 500 here Thursday night. Room Sizes 1 lot 9x12 Axminster. . . .$29.75 1 lot 7-6x9, Brussels.... $14.75 1 lot Seamless Heavy Velvets, size 9x12 ....$31.75' 9x12, Wiltons in most attractive designs, at , $42.50 moaiminr CTVK X NcckwcarNeWness Recent arrivals include collars of, lace, linen, net and organdie. Neckwear sets (collar and cuffs) of organdie In white and colors. Colored bandings for collars and cuffs. 1 There is such a refresh ing air about Thompson Belden neckwear. It's quite distinctive without being high, priced. New Embroideries of Particular Interest Lovely new patterns for graduation dresses and Spring sewing. Flouncings in eighteen, twenty-seven and forty-five inch widths with bandings to match. For collars and cuffs there are fancy edgings in white and colors. Attractive em broideries for undergar ments. Dainty embroideries for baby layettes Beadings and bandings also ribbon beadings. Most patterns are exclusive-prices arc moderate. The Children Will Delight in These Coats They are so very fashionable and sensible. So good looking for such moderate prices Spring coats of navy blue serge with white collars in sizes from six to fourteen years. Silk coats In navy, rose, tan. pink, light blue ana white; sizes two to six years Coat Special One group of linon coats for motor wear-sizes four-five and six years.: $2.75 Goats $1.75 $3.50 Coats $1.98. A group of white pique coats reduced be cause of their slightly soiled condition two to six-year sizes. $3 Coata at $1.50. $4.25 Coats at $2.13 $5.75 Coats at $j2.88. Children'! wr Thh-4 floor AMUSEMENTS. -r mm Sunday, for 4 Nights mm Amtrica't Greatest Colored Shew. S9SBB1 Eg H Formerly THE SMART 5ET Headed by SaUm Tutt Whitney and J-teJ.uM MMY PEOPLE" The Muaie end Mirth el Race Everything New and Ahead el the i Times Prices Matinee Sunday, 2Sc and 50c Night. 35c 33c. 50c, 75c. Other Mats. 25c AUDITORIUM v ALL THIS WEEK Shews Continuous 2 and 7 P. M. Russian Women's Battalion of Death b "THE GERMAN CURSE IN RUSSIA" Every Person in Greater Omaha Should See This Wonderful Picture. . For the Benefit of NEBRASKA BASE HOSPITAL UNIT Superior Vaudeville Last Two Times Friizi Scheff, Avon Comedy Four and Current Bill Matinee Today 2:15 Early Curtain TONIGHT 8:10 Next Week: "The Naughty Prin cess," Montgomery and Moor and Excellent BUI. "OMAHA'S FUN CENTER tOi0mmgVt7jytr M,U- 18c, 23c50 XShmJ '. 25c, 50c. 75c, fl Hairy H utile. Feeaeer et Haitlne Na Prenett THE HASTINGS I HOW Bl. DAN COLEMAN ' JJ-SSS. Oorwne etttlnai Inehiae the Lena' of Grene. Ca baret Boot Oerasa. lae FIoo of ChamiMfse. Statins of the U-Boat. Elks' Bite Thursday In honor Brother Coleman. LADIES' 01 HE MATINEE WEEK BAYS THOMRSON.BELDEN - CO. Ftae Days Iir Spitog Shopjptoi-Heiiirs 8:3.? A.rt-p.n Gabardine Skirtings In white-the favorite of spring and summer-Your 'choice of plain stripes or plaids. Plain gabardines are very good while the novelty weaves are indeed effective for skirts. All are 36 inches wide. Th PUin - 50e 65 73c Stripes 75c 85c' a ymrd. Plaid 85c and $1 White Good Settle The Blouse Store So many costumes are beautiful and in perfect, taste because of well se lected blouses. The prices need not be high. New wash blouses are $2.50 $2.95 $3.50 $5 French hand made blouses, . exclusive i styles $10.50 $11.75 $15 Georgette blouses are extra values at $3.95 $6.50 $6.95 and $7.50. Second floor Topless Corsets New numbers of the fol lowing well known makes await your, viewing. R. & G., Warner's, Weno ma and Thomson's glove fitting. s Enjoy the comfort of a topless corset.-It is meet ing "with constantly in creasing favor. Priced $1.50 to $3.50 Better qualities in ' other dependable makes 1 Corsets-Third Floor Knit Underwear Women's Spring Styles Gauze vests, low neck and sleeveless 30c Gauze union suits, low neck, medium wide knee. Shelton make 85c. Fine ribbed union suits, low neck, no sleeves, fitted or wide knees $1.25. AMUSEMENTS. Vaudeville and Photoplays Dreamland An Imagination in Three Scenes With Lambert and Fields The Lampinis European Illusionists Clarence Wilbur Trampolofy" . Comedy Slngiac and Talk in r Harris and Hilliard In a Bit ol Holland Photoplay Attraction, Ef f ie Shannon In "Her Boy" Win. Fox Comedv Today, 2:15, 7:15, 8:15. Last 3 Times Robinson's Hippodrome) Elephants latest aatf But M-! rlClUrv. hikren 5o At t" Entire New Show Tomorrow THE RACES CAFE AND CABARET 1415 Jackson St Entertainment De Luxe Soft Drinks and Meals. Dancing Until 12:30 P.M. Popular Prices PHOTOPLAYS. Last Times Today LOUISE LOVELY in "NOBODY'S WIfEw lhe fashion Cenier Jor Groups of New Apparel With Many Interesting Prices The apparel sections are in complete readiness to serve you properlyWith Easter rapidly approaching many women are reaching early decisions. $25 - $35 - $45.- $55 Distinctive Fashions In Springtime Suits - Coats and Dresses Will Be Shown At These Four Prices. They express the new styles in a most attractive and individually smart manner. Qualities are dependable. Prices Consistently Moderate THE THOMPSON-BELDEN LABEL IS YOUR PROTECTION NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR ALTERATIONS Hosiery to Meet Every Price Demand Silk boot hose with lisle tops and soles. In white, black and colors 85c. Pure thread silk hose, drop stitch,-tops and soles of lisle. Shown in white, colors and black $1.75. Our hosiery stocks are splen didly complete with styles -qualities and prices to meet every individual idea. A Complete Readiness for Spring In the Men's Shop COLORED SILK HAND KERCHIEFS. Made of a distinctly new-silk that washes, like linen. Colors -that will go well with your, shirts and neckwear, 50c to $1.50. SILK SHIRTS. Be one of the first to choose silk shirts. There is a lasting satisfaction in picking from a stock that's fresh and attractive. Manhat tan, Eagle and Arrow makes $5 to $12 PHOTOPLAYS. A STEP TO THE LEFT AS YOU ENTER : : : : I Vr ANT LOVE LETTERS! In fact, so badly that I'll give $25.00 for the most' "eloquent" one written me before March 20th. Do-You-Believe-in-Me-Thomas, Manager. STRAND MARGUERITE CLARK "THE SEVEN SWANS" POLLY MORAN, in "SHERIFF NELL'S TUSSLE" Did You Ever J Have a Good Time "THE PRICE OF A GOOD TIME" Then See! At The Today Times 1,3,7,9 P.M. AU Seats, 25c I ATUDOD 24th and lai M I niiwi Lothrop Last Times Today . RIKHUIM AND 8AVNE in THE VOICE OF CONSCIENCE" T T A W Fi 16th and KJ-M--n-LJ Binney Today WILLIAM RUSSELL in "THE MIDNIGHT TRAIL" HAMILTON 40tb and Hamilton GLADYS B ROCKWELL In In "BEHIND THE SCREEN" Womctt Sensible Prices on Linen Handkerchiefs Plain serviceable linen squares for 9c 20c 25c Enu broidered handkerchiefs 10c 15c 20c. Initialed handker chiefs with various styles of letters, 20c 25c 35c 50c 60c. The Newest Silks Woolens and Cottons Are Now Ready In the Fabric Sections. COLORED SILK SOFT COLLARS. These are very new indeed and serve to supplement our almosW endless variety of white soft collars, 20c to 50c MADRAS SHIRTS. New patterns for spring stiff and soft cuff styles at $1.50 to $5 PINS AND LINKS for soft collars and soft French cuffs. In enamel, silver and gold. Pins 25c and 50c Links 50c to $2 the pair. PHOTOPLAYS. MUSE Jewel Carmen The Girl With the Champagne Eyes' SUBURBAN 24th a4 Ames Col. SMI Today WILLIAM RUSSELL in "NEW YORK LUCK" ADVERTISE PICTURES miiti mora afiroctivS (( tWt sKMd srt ybui c&aK BEEtKGRAVING DEPARTMENT OMAHA ii' if' 11 4