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THE OMAHA SUNDAY BEE: DECEMBER 21, 1919.
ANNUA
OMAHA TO HAVE
L MEET
OF STATE BAR
-Lawyers of . Nebraska Will
Flock Here for. Twentieth
$'? Yearly Convention On De--"
cember 29 and 30. -
fill The twentieth annual convention
Of the Nebraska State Bar asiocia-
ti tion will be held in Omaha on De
cember 29 and 30. The convention
Jieadquarters will be in the Hotel
4 Tontenelle.
ff jj One of the largest attendances in
5j Ibe history of the organization is an
ticipated. vEvery practicing lawyer
rl m ' the state, whether a member of
the association or not, Is invited to
I attend, take part in the discussions
if and vote on subjects affecting the
Q- profession.
One of the principal subjects tor
bar of
?af discussion will be the proposed act
ri for the incorporation of the
5, Nebraska. This subject will be dis
j( cussed by Judge Clarence N. Good
fit; win of Chicago, who is said to have
f made an exhaustive study ot the in
;s corporation act. He is also chair
l man of the central committee Of five
jjl pn bar organization.
rj Judge James R. Dean, presiding
j Officer of the state association, will
f deliver an opening address on "The
Lawyer and the New Order. Judge
V. C. Troup of Omaha will give a
feport on legal education.
The convention will close with an
nnual dinner at the Hotel Fonte-
elle. Alfred C. Munger is chair-
in of the banqucrconimittoc.
Wice Spoil Dream
Of 'Count' With Habit
(r , Of borrowing Money
.
if I New York, Dec. 20 Zdislow Ko-i-J'morowski
dreamed a dream as he
stood oven the skittle iu a "cheap"
New York restaurant that is noted
hi or its tiled walls and high prices,
Ifj ciookine a rush ordr of wheats for
f. an impatient diner.
!. ? The v pungent rodor of ; boiling
igrease and frying fat was left far
behind, for Zdislow was a count the
Ht. scion of an old and hatightv family
jn the Poland that was. Through
jif years-and even centuries" he could
it!' trace his ancestry, titled folk loved
' by their subjects and rich beyond
IMescription. ' ' ' '' ""
Today, though,. Zdislow is a sad
iljrfla because the police say, he "bor
ilrbwed" jirtst a little too much money
Jjfon the strength iof his vision that
arose from across the siziluig frying
Vpan. He is charged with haing
fraudulently obtained $1,000 from A.
jf Parker Nevin, a wise and prmientj
lawyer"; $5,000 - fronv ,Sctven t dc
fiCzenak, ' president of the American
Export industries, and $3,000 from a
friend of Mr. de Crenak. -
Hpittsburgners Do Not t( v-v
4 Mind Being uumpea
f Pittsburgh," Pa., Dec, - 20. Fitts
Sburghers are sadly lacking in polite
,)iiess, according to Harlaud Bartho
jjjlmew, chief engineer of the city
Jhiuanning commission of St. .Louis,
U'lrre to give an address before the
ijivic club. ' .
Mr. Bartholomew said that.while
making his way through a crowded
tVeet here he frequently bumped
"against a hurrying passerby. .Turn
ing to apologize, his notions of eti
quette .suffered a jar, because the
persons addressed was hastening"
- 'serenely on. Even women look as
tonished . and a bit suspicious iE a
Jpnan who has played the role, of a
pattering ram raises his hat and
2begs pardon. - ' '.
Claims That Ouija Boards '
Attract Only Evil Spirits
Cleveland. OkU Dec. 20 Al-
though Ouija . boards attract only
' evil spirits, according to Charles H.
'Figures, president of the First Spir-'
Vualist. church; these boards are. in
"great demand as Christmas toys. " -l
At? special church meeting,,
grilled by 'President Figures, all ex
';Mpt one of the tnirja boards owned
!"y members r were smashed. One
'Wvoman- member refused ta. give up
x'htf board.-1 ' - ' !
, One local v dealer , said l'c was, un-j
, uhh t9 obtain a supply sufficient to J
jnect the demand., He declared Jus
New York Deaf Mute Artist
Comes To Omaha For Bride
Plea for Similarly Afflicted Sweetheart in Metropoli
- tan Newspapers Answered by Pretty,"Well Edu-
cated Josephine Petroski To Be Married jfanuary
7, and Will Make Home Here.
Jofin Tuberick's plea for a life
partner through newspapers was not
in vain. Mr. Tuberick is a deaf
mute artist and cartoonist for Buf
falo and New York newspapers.
rreny ana wen eaucaiea joiet
phine Petroski, 4019 South Thirty
fifthy street, also a deaf rrt-ite, has
answered the artist's plea and will,
after January 7, trust herself in his
hands.
"I neveT heard of John, until I
read his story in the newspapers,"
she said. "I would not like to marry
a hearing and talking man, because
then he would be talking with other
people and I would; not be able, to
hear what he said."
Miss Petroski said that when she
was 5 years old, she was afflicted
with a disease which left hr with
out the power of speech or hear
ing. She was born in Laznory." Russia
and has lived in this country 10
years. After completing, a seven
year course at the Nebraska school
for the deaf she went 'to tht Malone
School for the Deaf in New Yorc
'Her-future husband, John Tuber?
ick, arranged his business so that
he could, come to Omaha and see
the girl whose answer to his plea
he had received, and the result is
that they will be married on Jan
uary 7.
"We do not know where we will
live after we are married," said Miss
Petroski, "but we have decided to
Mr. Tuberick made his request
for a deaf mute wife to Mayor Hy-
lan ot New York Uty.
FORMER I.VM7.
SEES HIS ERROR
AND QUITS BODY
In Letter to U. S. Marshal He
Extends Season's Greeting -and
Wish for- 4
Success. -
"rfere is tht kind of Christmas
greeting that makes a fellow feel
good an.d strengthens his faith in
human nature," said T. J. Flynn,
United States' marshal, when he
opened his mail yesterday.
He referred to a letter from Wal
ter Pasewalk. secretary of the
Omaha branch of the I. W. W. at
the time of a big raid at the head
quarters of the organization here
two years ago. At that time Mr.
Pasewalk was against all authority
nit the national government. He
said hs had experienced a deep con
viction of the error of his way.
"May I express my appreciation
of your courteous treatment during
my-unfortunate experience a year
ago? I wish to extend to you my
heartiest seasonal greetings. It is
a pleasure to recall that among those
I once hated - and despised most
there was fairness that demanded
recognition over all existing preju
dices and antagonism. May the new
year hold every joy and success for
you and yours,""was the text of the
letter received by Mr. Flynn.
Pasewalk was held by the federal
authorities 13 months in Omaha and
Fremont jails. Before he left
Omaha last February he told Mr.
Flynn of his intentions to be a good
citizen and to support the govern
ment. He added that he fully real
ized that the I. WW. could offer
nothi if that was constructive an4
he renounced all allegiance to the
organization of which he had been a
leader.
Wife Says Mother-ln-La
Induced Husband to Desert
Olga Bryant filed suit for $5,000
against her mother-in-law, Mrs.
Anna Bryant, in district court yes
terday. Sue allegesthat her mother-in-law
induced her TiusbandK Logan
Bryant to desert her by continually
telling him she was not worthy to
be his wife. '
t re r .
errens uets di
Through to Pay Negro
$1,200 for Eyesight
Washington, Dec. 20. (Special
Telegram.) The house passed the
bill introduced by Congressman
Jefferis giving Rudolph L. Desdunes.
eolored, resident of Omaha, $1,200
in full compensation for the loss of
eyesight while in the discharge of
his duties as assistant weigher in
the Uaited States customs house in
New Orleans. ,
Rudolph Desdunes. the father of
Daniel : Desdunes, bandmaster and
an attache of tht Omaha Chamber o
Commerce, while weighing a cargq
of sugar on a wharf at New Orleans
in the winter of 1910 fell from hit;
stool on account of an attack of diz
ziness and struck his forehead, froia
which accident he'btcame incurably,
blind. As compensation for his sliN
fering and deprivation of Income the
committee on "claims fixed the
amount as equivalent to one year's
pay, '
Former Congressman Lobeck in
troduced the bill originally, but noth
ing coming of it in the Sixty-fiftli
congress, Congressman Jefferis
took hold of the bill at the begin
ning of the Sixty-sixth congress ami
yesterday secured its passage with
out opposition.
OMAHA LIBERAL
TO HELP NEEDY
AT CHRIST
Associated Charities' Workers
Report, Generous Response
to Call for Annual ' Holi
- day Fund.
A remarkable willingness to give
to charity has been experienced by
Associated Charities' workers who
are busily engaged in raising enough
nioney to insure a happy Christmas
for Omaha's poor, according to
Frank W." Jiidson ' '
Although the Associated Charities
is making no spectacular drive for
funds, there is more need for assist
ance among, the poor at thistime
of year than at any other time, Mr.
Junson says.
"Experience has taught us that
there is more need among the poor
during prosperous times than at any
Other time", said Mr. Judson.
"There is no overhead expense con
nected with the work of the Asso
ciated Charities. The workers of the
Associated Charities are all well
trained and experienced in the "Work.
They assist the individual and fam
ily to. become self-supporting, and
not to become permanent charity
cases."
. Contributions of fuel, food and
clothing are gladly accepted in lieu
of cash, Mr. Judson said.
The disbursements of the Asso
ciated Charities during 1919 totaled
$16,000, according to a repot made
yesterday. From $25,000 t6 $40,000
will be -needed from now until Sep
tember 30, next year, it is estimated.
Worthless Checks piven to -Pay
Bill, Clothiers Assert
Donald Wiltse'of Newport,. Neb-.,
was arrested Friday- by police
and is being held for investigation.
Employes ot the Nebraska Clothing'
Co. allege- that he entered their
store and tendered a worthless
check on a state bank for $50 in
payment for. merchandise purchased
at the store. When tne cnecK was
called to his attention, they assert,
he gave them another worthless
check which' he "guaranteed" would
be paid. "
1,023,000 Illiterates Served
In War Army of United States,
Washington, Dec. 20. Figures
COfnpilqd ,by the statistics branch of
the' general staff Von illiteracy in the
emergency army show that probably
7 6 per cent .of the entire force was
illiterate and' 17.4 relatively illfter-
The figures are based on a total ;
of 4,000,000 men. Of this total 211.-'!
000 are classed as wholly illiterate' I
THOMPSON-BELDEN
& COMPANY
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A Store's Ability to Serve
"Is best demonstrated these last
Three Days Before Christmas
Busy days, to be sure but not a bit unsat
isfactory (here at least) for assortments are
very complete and extensive enough to
" meet the demands that will be made upon
them. : . .
From 9 A. M. tilL6 P. M.
are Thompson-Belden hours
t Because we are remaining closed evenings the
' service we can give during the daytime, hours is
particularly helpful and pleasant. You'll find
this a fact. Decidedly so.
...NOT OPEN EVENINGS...
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.,,rm s.ld'l,000.0f the boards inWj j
nthsj-
.Seize Largest Still In ,
4 1 State Since Dry Measure
Burlingtoii, N. ;., Dec. 20. A
.moonshine still was raided at Bever
ly; Hill, a suburb of Burlington, by
the local police. Police Captain J.
Ci Johnson found the doora of the
flact barricaded and his men forced
v their way in. The Italian proprie
tor had fled, four men found- in
ihe place were held as witnesses.
,The wife- of the proprietor, who bar
. -ricaded the doors, was released.
i-' The polic found a complete still,
the largest seized since the , state
!vent drV, and 450 gallons of whisky.
THOMPSON-BELDEN
& COMPANY
( -Hill M I I I I i i -ill T - '
Two Hundred and Seventy-five,
: irimmei Hat a
The values are so great that the
former prices are not mentioned
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for MONDAY ONLY
We are installing all new fixtures
in the millinery section, and must
dispose of all our present stock.
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DIAMONDS
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The Gem of All Gems
Like many other things are good, bad and
indifferent. From an, investment standpoint
it is always advisable to purchase only the
finer qualities, which we. have, made atpe
cialty of for over 29 years. ' We have them
In sizes, from 1-5 carat up to 2 1-5 carats, -priced
below present' market values.
Let Ub Show Them to You
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An Eppo N Petticoat
Is Doubly Desirable
Back of the lovely color and shimmer
' ing silks there's , a wearing quality
that is all that could .be desired.
As Christmas Gifts
Tiiey're charming, so subtly blended
and contrasted are the shades, pur
' pies with green or brilliant blues,
tans with blues, and one brilliant
harlequin affair, Ihe pleated flounce
of which is made of myriads of little
diamonds of different hues. Prices
range- ,
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From $5.00 to $25.00
- Third Floor
THOMPSON-BELDEN
& COMPANY
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THQMPS ON-- BELDEN & CO.
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Trefousse Gloves
. ' Have Established a
: Reputation
Consider the trifles that make for
perfection, whether it be of gown
ing or selecting a Christmas gift,
indeed, the one may be closely
allied with the other.
And why shouldn't yopr choice of
. a present for her, who rigntty in
'sists on perfection in the most minute-details,
be any one of a score
of individually perfect gloves.
Whatever her style or color may be,
we have it in a dozen variations anti
all the leading shades for street and
. dress wear. ..
Single and double-clasp street
gloves, in a number of browns, gray,
black and white with embroidered
backs, self-colored or contrasting,
I are to"be had for $3.75, $4 and
$4.75. ' .
Crlove certificates are suggested, to
permit the recipient's selection of
style, color and size. ,
Hand Embroidered
Pillow Cases
Finely hand hemstitched, andhand
embroidered cases, 2212x30 inches
in size, some with dainty designs
just above the hem, for $3 a pair.
Others more elaborately embroid
ered fof $4 a pair.
' Linen Section.
The, fa's Shop
Ready to take care of
all your wants these
Last Three Days
We are happy to tell you that last
week there were many new ar
rivals of timely interest. More
silk shirts, handkerchiefs, new
htse and ever so many good-looking
new cravats (silk knits and
wide-end silk four-in-hands).
Particularly well assorted
selections for those who
shop this week.
Bath Robes
Silk Pajamas
Silk Reefers
Shirts
Neckwear r
Half Hose
Jewelry
Gloves ,
To the Left A You Enter
Handkerchiefs
The "Something more
thana card," but a trifle
less than a gift
It is an always acceptable, always a
dependable necessity of costuming,
nd never was there daintier array
for your selection.'
Sensible, plain, alUinen handker
chiefs, with corded borders or finely
hemstitched hems,' with or without
an initial, from 25c to $1.25 each.
Snowy bits hand-embroidered linen,,
straight from France, or Spain or
the Madeiras, with designs wonder
fully intricate and stitches unbeliev
ably tiny and accurate. v
Novelty fashions, solidly colored or
bordered in shades to match or con- J
irast wun tne day dress, 10c to 50c
each.
Of lace and ,
linen, the air
iest, of 'ker
chiefs, with
truly medieval
t e n d e n c ies
toward lacy
impracticabili
ty, but with an
u n d e n i able
charm to those
who appre
clate fine
things, $8 to
$25 each.
Purchasing First Quality Furs
Is Not An Extravagance
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T T is an investment bringing lasting pleas--ure,
and an increasing pride of owner
ship. When the furs are frop Thompson
Belden's this pleasure is prolonged, for the
authenticity of the pelts assures the best of
wearing qualities and service. v f
The coats of fine Scotch mole,'. Hudson
seal, and(beaver are exquisite. The wrap
illustrated is of softest Scotch mole with
bands of kolinsky on the collar arid cuffs. ,
For young girls, less expensive coats, fully as
attractive, may be had, of marmot, muskrat and
nutria, with' attractive features in the way of
bell cuffs; flaring backs and deep shawrcollars,
Capes, separate skins and stoles of Scotch mole,
mink, black lynx, and marten, some with muffs
to match, are quite plentiful.
The Fur Shop Third Floor.
A Certificate ,
for Merchandise
Welcome ?
Certainly, for
whoever receives
it makes a
personal selection,
which is quite
right, for surely
you know your
own wants better :
than anyone '
else and then,
too, these desirable
little certificates
are easjly
chosen (just tell
the amount you
wish to spend). '
Usable at any
time in any
part of the store.
Credit Office
Third Floor
Lingerie of Silken Perfection
With surprising little touches of
flowers and hand embroideries
There are gowns, Teddy Bears, bloomers,
negligees, Billie Burkes-, two-piece pajamas,
and boudoir capscould anything be more
' complete? All the soft silks crepe de chine,
Georgette, satin and trousseau silks, and all
the charming, entirely feminine styles, are s
most substantial reasons for their attractive
ness A new flesh-colored satin bloomer is
to be had for $2.75.
Of glove silk there are vests plain and vests
daintily ribbon trimmed; there's one with a
beading top that is very fine for $6.56.
Bloomers are extremely versatile, ranging
vfrom the very plain ones for $5, to an ex
quisitely hand-embroidered one for $9.50
and there's a ribbon beruffled pair for $8.75.
Teddy Bears have tops gaily chiffon, lace and '
ribbon trimmed, and are priced from $5 to
$11 each.
On the Stcond Floor
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