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About Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922 | View Entire Issue (March 16, 1919)
2 X 'HE OMAHA SUNDAY BEE: MARCIT 16, 1919. I!IJ!I SUBilUE JAKES D ASH OUT OFSPAHISHPORT U4S Chased by Destroyer and Sunk While Trying to Escape from Ferrpl; Crew Rescued. v Paris, 'March IS. The German submarine U-48, while attempting to escape from Ferrol, Spain, last night was chased by a destroyer and ,sunk; according to a Havas dis patch from Madrid. ' The U-48 took refuge at Ferrol, March,'' 1918 and was interned. The attempted flight of the U-boat was observed and the torpedo boat des troyer Antalo pursued it. The German boat was sunk outside the Ferrol roads. The crew was saved. When the German submarine U-48 sought refuge at Ferrol its propel lers were unshipped by the author ities and her guns and munitions were taken out, according to dis patches irom that part. The cap taiu of the submarine declared that his craft had been damaged severe ly in a fight with three shins. The U-boat carried i crew of 30 men and for a time a Spanish warship stood guard over the vessel. In 1917, Hie U-48 was reported off Bermuda. DUIIfl THINKS POLICE S00I3 TO FIND ASSAILANT PEACE TREATY WE PLACED IN WILSON'S HANDS (Cootlntird from ran On.) tice. In order to get speedy action they propose to strip the preliminary compact of all extraneourMnatters which, they believe, include the league of nations. The league, under the British program, would be taken op immediately after the conclusion of the'preliminary of peace and with ny amendments which might be idded would be made part of the final pact. ' Draft To Be Final Pact. - It was stated at American head quarters that the treaty now being framed would be the definite treaty Covering all the main subjects, and would not be a preliminary treaty. It is the treaty which will be sub mitted to the United States senate for ratification, and after its conclu sion the remaining details will be in i s;vi ivt No decision has yet been made lations, but the minister of foreign affairs of Belgium has written offer ing one of the historic palaces of f Brussels as the home-of the league, if Brussels is chosen. The prevail ing American sentiment continues to Se favorable to Geneva, - . Leon Bourgeois, French delegate an the' league of nations, will hold conference with Colonel House to norrow .concerning two proposed niendmeht to the covenant. The intendments deal with investigations iy the league of military status of all the member countries. I I 'Jtah Legislature Kills Anti-Cigaret Measure Salt Lake City, March 15 The measure known as the anti-cigaret bill which has passed both houses of the UtaH legislature and which was returned ' this morning for concur rence in a slight amendment by the house was killed in the house to day. The ' senate concurred in the house amendment and added addi :ional clauses and when the house came to a vote on concurrence on the senate amendments a constitu tional majority could not be secured nd the measure autpmatically ex pired. Mayer Will Discuss Plan of Completing Auditorium "Shall Omaha finish its Auditor-" ium or shall it do without one en tirely?" Mayor Smith has been in vited to open a discussion of this subjett Monday noon at the good fellowship luncheonNpf the Cham ber of Commerce. Hugh Wallace vvilj lead the glee club's singing. Rev. Frank Smith wWl speak at the luncheon March 24. THIS WEEK Extraordinary Special EXTENSION TABLES- Juit received a Carload of Ix- I tetuion Tablet in all ttjle and flnisne which will be told toil week .at 40 UNDERPRICED Alio Dining Room Sultt at H Price. A few left! $45 value KITCHEN CABINETS at S29.75 W pciHs on eomplett odtftta for the home, hotel, rooming home. Freight paid. Wa Tnk Liberty Band At Par. ' STATE FURNITURE COMPANY- 14th. aad DdfeStrU. Opj. U, F. Bidf. (Continued from Pag One.) midnight Friday night 1y her 18-year-old son, Earl. She was gagged and beaten. On regaining conscious ness she was able to tell of her fierce battle for life and honor with a burly negro while her sfx small chil dren slept. The negro entered by a rear window. When he attempted to escape by the front door, she was confronted by another negro, the said. ' Mrs. Classman was hysterical when she regained consciousness, but, although she has undergone lapses of unconsciousness, her con dition is not believed to be serious. Denver Detective Is . Convicted of Killing Woman in Automobile Scottsbluff. Neb., March 15. fSpecial Telegram.) Late yester day afternoon a verdict of man slaughter was returned against C L, Landry. The jury was out 20 hours, following a trial which began on last Monday and occupied practi cally the entire week. Landry; a detective .employed by an agency in Denver,' was in Tor rington, Wyo., on business connect ed with vbis firm and in company with Sheriff Sherman of Gosher county, was trailing supposed car. thieves on the night of December 11 last. At Henry, Neb., the sheriff r.pproached a car standing near the depot and engaged in conversation with the occupants. The car started away suddenly, throwing the sheriff to the ground. - He immediately drew his gun and commenced firing at the car and Landry followed Suit. Later developments showed that the car was occupied by Miss Sylvia Kelly of Morrill, and James. Nolan, a business man of Torrington. Miss Kelly was almost instantly killed. The testimony for the defense was an effort to show that the bullet which killed the young woman could have been fired by sheriff Sherman, who is charged, with bWing an ac cessory to the crime. Tells of Railroads and Docks of Oversea Forces ''Railroads and DocRs of the American Expeditionary Forces" was the subject of an address de livered Saturday night at the Fon tenelle hotel by Capt. H. E. Mc Clintock of the United States engin eering corps, before a meeting of the Omaha club ofthe American As sociation of Engineers. "The Need of Co-operation and Organization among the Engineering Profession" was the subject treated by J. A.' Bruce, city engineer. W. F. McKeen, president of the, McKeen Motor Car company, spoke on the recognition due the engineering proposition. He urged aggressive tactics. The meeting was presided over by R. E. Randolph, president of the local organization, who introduced the speakers. The Omaha club was organized recently with a membership of 25. Ten-'new members were received last night. - Mrs. Peterson Gets Verdict Against Mrs. Cleaver Mrs. Mamie Peterson was given a verdict of $1,500 against Mrs. Mayme'Hedrick Cleaver In district court yesterday. Mrs. Peterson is financial secre tary of Washington lodge. No. 27, Degree of Honor, Ancient Order of United Workmen. Mrs. Cleaver is grand worthy chief of the order in Nebraska. 7 Mrs. Peterson charged that Mfs. Cleaver and the grand lodge caused the statement to be printed in. the Degree of Honor Journal that her accounts were snon, airs, v-jcaver testified that she had ho personal ill feeling against Mrs. Peterson. Mrs. Peterson sued for $25,000. St. Josephs Hospital to Celebrate Joseph Feast The feast of St. Joseph will be celebrated in a solemn manner at St. Joseph's hospital Wednesday. At 10 o'clock solemn high mass will be sung by Rev. B. Sinne, assisted by Rev. E. Flanagan as deacon, Rev. J. Hallinan, subdeaconr and Rev. J. Sfenson master of 'ceremonies. F.v. F. X. McMonamy will deliver the sermon. v It is expected that Archbishop Harty will return from the east in time for the celebration and that he will preside in the sanctuary at the mass. He will be assisted by Very Rev. James Aherne, as assis tant priest, and Rev. C Mugan and Rev. J. F. McCarthy as deacons of honor. Miles of First National'1 . Goes to Washington Bank T. S. Miltfs, 352 North Forty-first street, left last night for Washing ton to accept a government posi tion in the banking system of that City. -Mr. Miles had been with the First National bank of Omaha for the last 16 years, serving in every department. At the time of going away he was the bank's auditor. In appreciation of his services the bank officers and employes present ed Mr. Miles with a handsome gold watch and chain previous to his leaving. - . " 11,1 ! ii i . f it i ii Regents Are Asked to Establish Course in Roa d ' Engineering Lincoln, Neb., March 15. (Spe clal.) The Board of Regents of the Nebraska university was asked' to establish a course ot nigrway engineering. Resolutions looking to this end were adopted at the closing session of the annual meet ing of the Nebraska Road Insti tute. . v The resolution proposed that the highway engineering course be of fered in conjunction with the pres ent court in civil engineering. George L. Campen, senior high' way engineer of the United States Office of Public Rotds and rural engineering, spoke on "The Pres sent status ot Federal Aid Proj- KU," , FARLIER SMIDT GOES AGAINST ESPIONAGE LAW Adams County Man Before Judge Munger and Is Fined Because of Having Made Disloyal Statements., Lincoln, March 15. (Special) Federal Judge Munger Saturday morning fined George it Smidt. pioneer Adams county farmer, $$00 when he pleaded -guilty to violation of the espionage law. Smidt was alleged to have made disloyal state ments while the United States was at war with Germany. Smidt told the court that he was provoked to make the remarks and that he" was loyal to the United States. He was born in Germany, but came to America in 1881. H has 800 acres of land and eight sons. lhe Adams man was accused of having said that he would let his land lie idlr if hi four sens nt drift age were taken for military service. e was also charged with saying that he would rather see them dead than in the khaki uniform and fight ing against Germany. Bought Bonds and, Stamps. Courtier for Smidt said the aged man had bought Liberty bonds, thrift samps and contributed to the Red Cross to the amount of $2,000. Judge Munger entertained 21 booze-runners Saturday morning. All pleaded guilty am! the sentences imposed ranged from .fines' of $1 to $100; one day in jail to six months. Mrs. Margaret Sheffield, whose hus band is a soldier in France, and Mrv Harry Gray, were sentenced to 30 days each. They admitted bring ing liquor into Nebraska from Wyoming. Thomas C. Jarvis, St. Joe whole sale liquor dealer, paid a fine of $1,500 for conspiracy to violate the Reed amendment. He was charged jointly with William J. Fenton in the complaint. Jarvis 'said he be lieved that under government .state and city license he had a right to sell liquor and that he did not know ingly, violate the federal statue. French Assassin Accepts Death Sentence Cheerfully Paris, March 15. Afer hearing his death sentence at his court-martiai trial vesterdav Emile Cottin.who at tempted to kill Premier Clemenceau, said: "I am glad to die for the cause of the proletariat. If my death will bring relief to the k downtrodden workingman, I will not have died in vim. lliompsoii-Belcieii &Gb J Established 78 8 6 y The TksJiion Qerifer fisr'PvQmen . Hundreds of Spring Hats Newest StylesSpecial Iy Priced $10 Values seldom equalled sucH a sale as you have keen waiting for. v - "Mitzi" Sailors Street Hats Watteau Sailor Dress Hats Flower Trimmed Hats Evening Hats Large Sailors Matron Hats Maline Hats Correct Styles ' Wing Hats for all occasions; , Tomorrow morning, this Millinery Event begins. For the woman who desires a well-made, distinc tive Hat at a moderate price we offer an array of lovely creations, no two alike, .presenting every new style and color. The Savings are great at Monday's price - - $10 Wash Cottons For 'Spring Th Genuine Lorraine Egyp tian Tiaauea No. 1144, in beau tiful plaids, checks, stripes and 'plain shades (27-inch). 60c a yard. Oreas, Ginghams of the finest quality. A very large assort ment of new patterns in plaids, checks and stripes, be sides every desirable plain shade (S 2-inch), 60c, 75e, $1 and. $1.25 a yard. Basement Undcrmusliris Silk Lingerie 1 La Grecque hand-tailored, perfect fitting muslin Gowns, Skirts, Combinations, Enve lope Chemise, Corset Covers and Drawers.1 Reasonable in price. -IT Silk Crepe de Chine and Satin Gowns, plain or trim med, one and two-piece Pa jamas, Envelope Chemise and Bloomers in regular and extra sizes. A large selection of beautiful garments. - Third Floor For the Home . New Draperies Sectional Panel Curtains are designed in perpendicular strips so as to fit without any waste. Four to six strips are required for average windows. If you are not familiar with this new styla of lace curtains it will be well to see them to morrow EOc to $1.50 a strip. ' Overdrape Material in new patterns and colorings (36 to 50 inches wide). 75c to $3 a yard. i In the Baaemeot j' For a Perfect Fitting Gown. 1 Well dressed women realize the, importance of the Corset in matters of dress, and so be fore the "first fitting' lay their perfect " foundation of grace in a Eedfera Corset. If you have 1 never worn a JRedfern we ask the privilege of fitting you with one. Your figure will appear better your comfort increased. Front lace, back lace. $3.50 a pair Upwards A Different Style Story Will be ready for you to read at Thompson- Belden's Monday from that which can be written now. That's what makes these apparel sections so fascinating. .This is a tale of gefings and comings more than of particular, items a tale of merchandise which may be here today and may not tomorrow, and of new things almost here things that will be opened and ready for you Monday. Spring and the tailleur.suit are ,quite insepar able, for which reason styles are festive and wonderfully good to look upon. For shopping and for afternoon wear as well as'for sports the suits'are here now. Cleverly designed vests" of Oriental effect add a delightful touch of color. Fabrics and tailoring are of Thompson-Belden quality. $25 to $165. ' Dress fashions jnost certainly do not limit one's choice. There is variety enough for everyone. A wide lati tude, also, in sfcirt widths with narrow effects predominating, although some of the ver latest dresses are'quite wide at the bottom. When it comes to materialswell, almost every thing is good, though perhaps foulards' and satin are most fa vored. Wool dresses are moving briskly, and well they mayf for they are good to see. $25 to $125, with ah adequate selec tion at all the "between" prices. The cape and dolman is the one really new .de parture of the present season. The variations of design and di versity of fabric make for individuality." $25 to $65. - Separate skirts are enjoying unusual popular ity and they deserve every bit of it. There is 'much originality shown in their design and many charming variations of ma terial and colors. In silk and woolens. $15 to S29.50. f Thompson, B eld en Co. s ' If m I t Lamp Shades Make Your Own Or If You Choose Order Us To Do It. We are bipy these days with busy women, who are thorough ly enjoying the fashioning of charming lamp shades. It's fas cinating work, quickly learned. Frames, materials and instruct ions are all here awaiting your ' coming. Do so tomorrow. Ar Section Third Floor Smart Neckwear Vests and Vestees of colored linen, pique satin and broad cloth are particular favorites. For dresses one chooses high., neck yokes. With Spring Suits, collars and cuffs of pique and organdie. New ruffling, too. Linen Handkerchiefs Plain every-day linen Kerchiefs, 25c, 35c, 60c. Initialed, 25c, 35c, 50c, 75c. Besides many other more' elaborate styles in lace and embroidered effects.. THOM PSON BELDEN & CO Cstab fished rQb New Decorative Linens. You'll be surprised to find h$re such a Remarkably fine collection of Old., World handiwork. There is much of interest to every woman. s v , ' . - . Real Madeira Hand-Embroidered Pieces, presenting new and very attractive pattern's. Doilies, 25c to $1.50. Centerpieces, $7.50 to $12. Luncheon Cloths, $10 to $20. Scarfs, $7.50 to $15. Table Cloths$35 to. 65. Napkins, $10, $12.50 and 13.50 a dozen. , If Hand-Made Mosaic Pieces Twelve-inch round Doilies, , $3. Centerpieces, $10. Scarfs, $17.50 and $20. Nap kins (14-inch), $10 a dozen, 20-inch, $25'a dozen. If Re.al French Cluny and Venetian Lace pieces Doilies, 35c to $1.75. Centerpieces, $4 to $12". Scarfs, $12 to $20. Luncheon Cloths, $20 to $50. Table Cloths, $35 to $75. ' ' If Italian Filet Lace Pieces Doilies (four - inch) , 75c; six-inch, $1.50. Cen terpieces, $10 to $17.50. Scarfs, $13.75 to $25. The Store for Blouses Such beautiful blouses so many of them and , all of them NEW. Not an ordinary gathering, not in any sense of the word, for certainly it is - the most compelling collection we have ever assembled and a' credit to those who have been responsible". 1 Numerous exclusive styles in fine Georgette, in combination with real laces and hand hem stitching are priced $22.50 to $35. ' Hand made French Blouses are very exquisite and are shown in an extensive selection of dis tinctive styles. The Georgette Blouses for $5 are attracting a great deal of attention. ' - In fact there is a comprehensive selection at every price. . . 1 x v New Footwear Fashions Sorosis, Oxfords and Pumps Spring styles in distinctive new lasts and every desirable material and color. You will not find any more satisfactory footwear than Sorosis, any more skillfully designed or better made. Black satin oxfords are in special favor forthe new season. They have a long slender vamp with high French heels and are priced SOROSIS SOLD EXCLUSIVELY AT THIS STORE