THE BEE: OMAHA, SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 1919.
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KIEL, KEYHOLE
OF GERM AH HAVY.
MAY BESE!ZED
Committee Completes Report
to "Council of Ten" on
Disposition xof German
Naval Stronghold.
Bv NABOTH HEDIN.
Staff Correspondent of Universal
Service. ;
(Spmlal Chl Dlfipntrh.)
Paris, March 14. What will be
the future status of the Kiel canal,
which constitutes the "keyhole" to
German' naval strength?
On Monday th4 council of ten,
which is the new name for the "big
five" each of the five great powers
having two delegates in the ses
sionsreferred the matter to a spe
cial committee on waterways, which
reported its decision for confirma
tion by the higher council. Its rec-
"ommendations are secret, but Le
Temps, which is usually well posted,
says the American commissioners
objected to the appropriation, pure
and simple, of the canal, as too
drastic. The paper admits Heligo
land should revert to the British,
however,
' Can Close Baltic.
tt U regarded as unfeasible to
extend the Danish frontier as far
south as the Kiel canal which was
previously proposed, preparatory to
the internationalization of the canal.
Moreover, the Danes say they do
nof want to incorporate .the Ger
man populations living along the
banks in Danish territory, but ask
only that the overwhelmingly Dan
ish populations be reverted to Dan
ish' sovereignty.
On the other hand, if Prussia re
tains the shores of the canal, she will
be, in position to close every access
to the Baltic, as she did in 1914,
when she coerced the Danes into
mining the Great Belt, which is the
only means of entry for battleships
except the canal between Denmark
and Sweden, which is too shallow,
whil the Little Belt is more of a
river than a sea passage. 0
It was through the Great Belt that
the Russian licet emerged in 1904
en foute to Japan. In 1914 the Ger
mans told the Danes: "Close the
Great Belt against the British fleet,
or wc will." The perplexed Danes
asked the English for advice. "Mine
the passage yourselves," was the
British answer. "We prefer that you
shall know where the mines are
rather than the Germans." So the
Danes kept the passage mined
throughout the war.
For Russia's future it is equally
important that the Baity: should
not be closed. But if Prussia retains
both shores of the Kiet canal she
could easily defy the international
regime in case of trouble. Therefore,
the Temps proposes the location of
new and independent neutral state
out of the ancient duchies of
Schlesswig, Hdlstein and Lauen
burg, which were formerly independ
ent; having been "gobbled up" by
Prussia under BismarckSn 1864. This
solution would be bke that suggest
ed for the shores of the Dardanelles.
The Temps suggests that the
northern frontiers of the new states
be ': fixed by a Danish plebiscite,
while the southern boundaries would
extend-as far as the fold frontiers
of ;Holstein and Launburg, includ
ing Lubeck, but leaving Altona to
ITaHburg. The paper .continues:
"The independent new states
should be placed , like German Aus
tria, under the guardianship of the
league of nations. The Kiel canal,
like the Alpine passages, would thus
be guarded against any enterprise
by German militarism.'1 The Temps
asserts the populations in question
have the same desire for independ
ence now that they had in, 1864,
Deteotinr DeafneM. ' 1 '
Tn wh.r tkr In tfytterlaat nd
Imjcinfd deatneta, er plain nlmulktlon.
ihs following ingenuity ta prescribed: The
ration t la mtda to atnf with a piano ac
companiment. Tfc.n th pianist change,
th key (from one-half to one tons on
more), and If the .Infer Is not really deaf
! ia carried along by hla einflnaj and
i hangea to the key flven by 'the piano. By
rlayinf in varying atrength one. may by
this means estimate the degree of all.
ment in a aubject having an Incomplete
deafness. '
Brief Cases,,
s,Etc.
For Auto
Salesmen
; V
We" carry the most com
plete assortment in Oma
haand we are prepared
to make anything along
this line on short notice.
-We also carry in- stock a
large assortment 'of Hart
raann Trunks, Traveling
Bags, Suitcases, etc., in
fact everything in the bag
gage line.
FRELING &
STEINLE
U33 Farr.am -Doug. 273
Havner Is Host to Men
Named to Investigate
Rathbun Pardon Case
Pes Moines, March 14. (Special.
Te!egram.)-e-Attorney General Hav
ner was host last evening at a little
party given at his home at which the
guests were vej members of the
house judiciary committee which is
investigating the Rathbun pardon
probe. Since the party followed
the session of the committee yes
terday afternoon when special inves
tigators for the legislature of the
Rathbun probe were chosen, friends
of Governor Harding are talking
about the affair today.
General Pau Sails.
New York, March 14.-
-The
French mission to- Australia, headed
by Gen. Faul Pau of the French
army, sailed for Fiance today on the
Mauretania.
PARIS GLAD TO
SEE PRESIDENT
WILSON AGAIN
(Continued from Page One.)
immediately after his arrival at his
new residence in the Place Des
Etats Unis, Premier Lloyd George
was waiting there for the president
and the two had a long conference.
The president then arranged for a
conference at the Hotel De Crillon
this afternoon with Premier Clemeo
ceau, Premier Lloyd George , and
Colonel House.
The president is fully conversant
with the work accomplished by the
peace delegates. During his voy
age from the United States he was
constantly in communication Vith
Pari, hu wirrVsx. Colonel House
took to Brest a large number of
papers bearing on the work 6f the
conference during the president's
absence.
The president spent several hours
last night in going through the pa
pers and receiving explanations
fiom Colonel House. He resumes
work with a grasp of the matters
under discussion.
The return of President Wilson
is welcomed by the morning news
papers in editorials. The Journal
says that it means early and posi
tive results from the peace confer
ence, adding: ,
"There is no doubt the president
comes back with the full resolve
to wind up the war promptly."
The editorial writers also are oc
cupied with the present state of pub.
lie opinion in America. The Figaro
says that the United States, by shar
ing in the war and by the promi
nent role it is playing at the peace
conference, ha become one of the
principal actors in European and
world politics, but adds:
"But will the United States de
sire to be of the same mind once the
treaty of peace is signed? Will it
not rather yield and go home for
good, leaving old Europe to work
out its salvation by .itself? The
sudden withdrawal of the United
States would have regrettable con
sequences, because there are several
froblema which we, the British, the
talians and Belgium would settle
in quite a different way if America
wasn't a factor. As for as can be
judged, however, it does not seem
that such an eventuality is to be
feared.
"Making all allowances for inter
nal political quarrels in America, it
may be said .that President Wilson's
policy 'in its main line! is approved
by a majority of his fellow citizens.
Many of them, it is true, ask modi
fications of the league of nations
plan, but, after all, at the present
time it is only a draft of the text."
Alliance Declared Necessary.
The Matin' says:
"The aliance with the United
States is necessary to the peace of
the world and to the existence of
France. It names forever a precious
help against possible aggressions.
France looks upon Mr. Wilson as
the powerful friend who splendidly
helped her to win and will now
stand by her when she is to make
her legitimate demands heard."
The Petit Parisian aays: "The de
cisive days are near at hand for the
peace conference. The president of
the United States will join in the
supreme debates. He will exerdise
his personal influence on behalf of
the whole of humanity. He returns
from the new world after fighting
his opponents and the skeptics with
new prestige arising from, his splen
did speech at the Metropolitan opera
house."
RAILROAD OFFICIAL DEAD.
Washington, March 14. George
Hodges of Chicago, i. widely known
railroad man, who directed the
movement of troops in the United
States for the railroad administra
tion during the war, died here today
of pneumonia. He was chairman
of the American Railroad associa
tion's committee on relations be
tween the roads.
FIGHTS
in home for
HALF All HOUR
(Continued from rage One.)
woman when she phoned to her
brother. (Mr. Pape heard her
screams, for help over the phone,
she having made the call before the
nefjro entered the house.
Mrs. Alfred Pape, sister-in-law df
Mrs. Glassman, told police of the
approach of two negroes in uniform
to the house Friday afternoon.
"Lady, we want some money for
the Red Cross," one of them said to
Mrs. Glassman. When she tald
them she had contributed M the
Red Cross and other charitable or
ganizations, the negro replied:
"Well, if you don't give anything
you're pro-German."
In a further effort to find out i;
the woman had any money, the ne
crocs asked her what her incoii"?
was, that they were income tax col
lectors. Mrs. Glassman grew
frightened then and closed the door
Police believe the same negron
were her assailants last night.
Last night's brmal attack was tin
fifth committed by negroes in the vi
cinity of Omaha during the last
month. Neighbors of the Glassmar.
family were heatedly indignant ovet
the robbery and attempted assault
of the sick woman and threatened a
lynching party if the negroes were
caught.
Editor Griffin Retires.
Springfield, Mass.. March 14.
Solomon Bulklcy Griffin has resign
ed as managing editor of the Spring
field Republican, a position he has
filled for more than 40 years, anc
will devote his time to business in
terests and to private literary work'
His successor is Howard K. Regal1
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Fashion Favors Laces
Particularly Valenciennes, .light Venise and"
filet laces all of which are here now in re
markable abundance. Heavy; laces will be
extensively .used for blouses in combination
with Georgette and chiffon the lighter laces
for frocks and lingerie. Net top laces in new
patterns for collars and jabots.
There is nothing uncommon about our excep
tionally fine assortments they are to be, ex
pected in this store.
Headwear for
The Little Tots
Baby caps of mull, organ
die, Swis3 and all-over
embroidery, with dainty
pin tucks, laces, ribbon
and hand finished trim
mings. ' Prices start at 75e
and go upward in easy
stages t6 most any point
you may desire.
Children's straw hats are
very becoming, in many
colors, both light and
dark. Wash-hats, either
plain or trimmed, are very
charming. For two to
twelve-year-olds.
Baby taps Reduced
A lot which includes
nearly all sizes, some
slightly sbiled, however,
$1.35 caps, 89c; $2.25,
$2.35 and $2.50 caps,
$1.49; $1.65, and $1.85
caps, 98q; $3.25 caps,
$2.19.
Children' Wear Third Floor
'Irish Poplin
Burton's best white Irish
poplin in two qualities,
both at a saving.
75c grade 27 in., 59c yd.
$1 grade, 36 in., 85c yd..
) Saturday only. ;
Linen Section
Lingerie
. A 'display of won
derfully attractive
, silk' lingerie you'll
enjoy seeing.'
Third Floor
Spring Models
Redfern Corsets ,
We re calling to your attention
one particular 6tyle a model
which is an exact copy of a
higher priced model. It is made
of pink brocaded-material, dain
tily trimmed with ribbons.
Special for $6
An exceptional value at this price
Corsets Third Floor
Correct Fashions
in footwear..
Sorosis Oxfords and Pumps In
every new and distinctive spring
style -
Gray Kid Oxfords, $9.
. . Black Kid Oxfords, $9.
. t Patent Oxfords, $9.
, Black Kid Pumps, $8
i and $9 a pair.
Fatent Leather Pumps,
$8 and $9 a pair.
Trefousse Gloves
We are in receipt of a new im
portation of tkese finest French
Kid Gloves. A pair of Trefousse
will add distinction to any cos
tume and the spring styles are
particularly lovely. In black,'
white, brown in several shades,
and gray, $3.00, $3.25 and $4 a
pair.y
New Veils
Have you seen the latest fashion
in veils made with a ribbon un
der the chin? It's attracting fa
vorable attention. Other new
fashions include plain.' meshes
and others with scrolls or figured
effects.
THOM PSON BELDEN 6, CO.
stabhsfiPd 8Q6
The New ;
Silks First-
Weaves, Colors and
Qualities for every occasion.
For Needleworkers
All of the necessary materials
lor lace curtains and bed
spreads which are to be em
broidered. Instructions are
given with every piece. Classes
daily.
Stamping a specialty we as
sure you of the very best work.
Third Flooij
Gingham Dresses
v $4.50 to $14.50 .
iVou'H find these to be unusually pleasing ging
ham dresses, which will.' be useful 'on many a
spring and summer occasion. The new styles are
particularly attractive, the ginghams of ex
cellent quality, the details of trimming collars,
cuff all 'very dainty, the workmanship careful
and satisfying. '
Featuring $7.50 Dresse
Saturday '
In the making of which checked ginghams have
been employed to the best advantage. See them.
Houiewear Section-Basement
Sale of Silk Underwear
Considering that these garments are of the
usual Thompson-Bellen quality their reduced
prices are especially interesting. -
Silk vests, some J plain, others daintily em
broidered; sold regularly up to $4.00. Saturday,1
$1.98. ' 4
Silk combination suits, wide knee, lace trimmed
styles, sold for $4.00. Saturday, $2.69.
V
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Silk camisoles, lace trimmed and embroidered
styles, sold up to $3.00. Saturday, $1.59.
Center Aiile Main Floor
' The MaB9o Bhp .
Today We Tell of New Collars,
Neckwear and Shirts
Reasons for buying collars here : We work on the
theory that a handsome scarf or a good looking
shirt may be spoiled by a collar which is not
selected to fit a man's personality as well as his
neck. So we have an unusual assortment of
styles to meet with men's varied requirements, '
and of course, all sizes. We take particular care
, in fitting you; also see the wisdom of coming
to us?
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Pins for soft collars and a large and varied selec
tion enameled and sterling links for soft cuffs.
s
To select neckwear there is hut to determine the
price you wish to pay. Our stocks are especially
large and the patterns and colors." are truly 'I
modern. Much care, is used in choosing only such
styles as will appeal to men who discriminate.
Women can purchase here safely. The'time-worn
complaints that husbands have offered in the past,
regarding neckwear picked 'out by the opposite
sex, is quite out of place here. We have seen to
, that.
You'll look far forbetter shirts, . for we offer
1 mighty well known makes Manhattan, Eagle
and Arrow. Distinction of pattern is assured.
Wear and satisfaction guaranteed. '
The Men'e Shop To the Left a You Enter
9 ,
.' v. $7-50
The Cqll of Spring
' . --In Brilliant--
K
New Millinery
Styles - -
"Mitzi" Sailors t
Watteau Tilted
Sailor
Charkhap Sailors
Pokes
' Maline Hats
The season of happiness is
upon us never before have
women been so eager to dress
up. . Hats are full of? gayest
colors and unusual quirks.
$10 , $12.50 $15
3 '
Colors- V
Jade Blue
, Brown (Aj
Navy liVftj
Black , , Ygft
Taupe
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Springtime Apparel Fashions
The Styles You Have Wanted Amply
Provided in Our Extensive Displays.
This is a season of much individuality in dress. Seem
ingly every personal preference has been considered. ; ,
To be well dressed is but a question of satisfying one's
every desire. It may be well to say here that skirts
may be narrow, or medium, long or fairly short. Some
have conceived the wrong idea, thinking all would be
unbecoming, which is far from correct.
FINEST OF READY-TO-WEAR APPAREL IN
SATURDAY'S SHOWINGS.
Hand tailored suits of
serge, Poiret twill, gabar
dine and tricotine-with all
of the seasons most favored
shades in evidence of
course. The lines may be
plain and strictly tailored,
or rich in novelty, as one de
sires. 1
Priced $29.50, $35, $39.50,
$45, $49.50 and $55.
Separate skirts are more at
tractive than ever, and
vthey, with the blouses, will .
form an important part of
Milady's new wardrobe.
Serge skirts in black, navy
blue and plaids, $15,
$16.50, $19.50 and $25.
Silk skirts in poplin, crepe '
de chine, Fan-ta-si, Geor
gette crepe anckDew Kist,
$16.50, $19.50 to $39.50.
Dresses of silk and of wool are both very much' in vogue.
In figured Georgettes, silk voiles, foulards, taffetas, sat
ins, silk combinations and numerous fine woolen fabrics,
Very Distinctive Models, $25, $39.50, $19.50 and $65.
Coats, capes and cape Dol
mans are in special favor
for spring. .Materials in
clude velours, silvertones,
chenille Bolivia and serge
' weaves-for $25, $39.50, ,
$55 and $69.50. V
SPECIAL-Motor coats in
attractive mixtures- ;
- - Saturday, $35
Our highly specialized Alteration Ser
vice is without extra charge. The
prices in every instance are for the
garment ready to wear. , ; '
The Blouse Store
You will enjoy seeing such a
large selection of beautiful Silk
Blouses in Georgette, crepe de
chine, Pussy Willow and taffetas.
For $5.00
Exquisite hand-made French
Blouses, together with other crea
tions of an exclusive character,
are shown from
$10.50 to $k.5
Second Floor
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