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About Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 3, 1920)
National Debt -Reduced In Month By $231315,995 Most of the Decrease Occurred In Floating Debt or Issues Of Certificates of Indebtedness. Washington, Oct. 2. The nation's '. pross debt was reduced by $237, 315,995 in September, according to ;-.ire made public today by the "reasury department. Most of the reduction occurred in ' the floating debt or issues of certifi ; rates of indebtedness. Outstanding certificates now aggregate $2,347, 1 791, 000, which is included in the to tal gross debt of $24,087,356,000. At the time r,f the income and profits tax payment, September 15, nearly $650,000,000 in certificates of " indebtedness matured. Simultaneous ly, a. new issue of $450,000,000 was offered. Tax payments provided funds toneet the difference in cer tificate issues. Government jeceipts for the month totalled $911,000,000, whil? expenditures fell below $500,000,000. This' difference, which was larger than usual, was explained as due to a decline in the demands for funds from the railroads under the guar antee provisions of the transporta tion act. Officials said, however, that the same ratio between receipts and ex- . penditures probably would not be maintained next month. They expect , the railradse to come in for larger fums under the guarantees. Italian Metal Workers' J Milan, Oct. 2. An accord on all questions remaining unsettled up to this time between the masters and the men growing out of the metal ine agreement came alter tnree hours' discussion at a meeting of. sv-.-.i.4. i . t ts r a y . ' it uiuukih auuui uy i icicli j-,umkiiuii Kv (n farm o f U j anraamant Ha masters atrreed to nav the actual value of the work done during the 'occupation of the plants by the men : i t- i i -in muac tiiacs 11 wiiiuji hub vmiuc exceeded the amount of the arrears of increased wages eranted by the Settlement agreement preyiousl reached in Rome. - x City Health Superintendent Warns Against Diphtheria Drf 'J. F. Edwards, health com missioner, issued the following bul letin ycsicraay 10 pnysicians 01 Omaha: " Diphtheria Is Increasing throughout the city most prevalent In South Omaha. In many cases It haa assumed a virulent form. Dnctora ara urged to be on the lookout for rates, and to report them promptly to the department, so that all contact can be followed un as aoon as possible. In many cases we have found high percentage of carrier CRses among contacts. For this reason the physician In attendance should Instruct all mem bers or the household and all other pos sible contacts known to them, to remain at home until they can be cultured and should notify the department If ha does not wish to te.ke the cultures himself. A. number of deaths have occurred through lata use of antitoxin. Physlolans are urged to give antitoxin promptly even In suspected cases. If In doubt don't wait for laboratory diagnosis hut give antitoxin at ence. Take cultures, however. In all easel and If a case ts suspicious don't dismiss It on but one negative culture, something may Interfere with the lab oratory finding. We have recently had a death from tonsllltls (T) which gave rise number of virulent diphtheria cases. Bellboy Arrested After I Struggle With Copper O. W. Phillips, bell. boy at the Qairmont Inn, was arrested at the Dm Luxe dance ha.ll Friday night, after he. and Police Officer J. J. Dudley had staged a short struggle pa the floor. Phillips was creating a disturb ance, police say, and attempted to battle with the officer who placed him under arresf. Phillips was charged with intoxi cation and resisting an officer. $30 In Tobacco Stolen (Thirty dollars' worth of cigars and tobaccos was stolen from the tore of W. M. Rhyn, 710 North Sixteenth street, Friday night. Dame Gossip Wags Wicked Tongue When Children Drop Choice Bit of Near Scandal A Dundee father and husband of most exemplary character has been kept busy for the last few weeks explanirfg" a scandal that his own children' have been disseminating all over the neighborhood about him. The R youngsters' told other youngsters in the presence and hear ing of their elders that, "Fapa likes Mrs. N ''s kisses better than Em- ma s. This remark, while it didn't strike the youngsters as of any particular interest proved quite interesting to their elders. You cam. imagine it did! The whispers began to go 'round. Some women couldn't even wait to see their dear friends, but called them by telephone to tell them that they always considered Mr. R a model, but and oh, how sorry they felt for Mrs. R 1 Their grief, indeed was pitiful and boisterous and vociferous and gar rulous. They shouted abroad their sympathy for poor Mrs, R and they shouted twice as loud the rea son for their sympathy. Eventually the report reached the ears of Mrs. N who is. a dear friend of Mrs. R . It also reached the ears of Mr. R- . He de scended upon his innocent off spring and demanded what they meant by this scandal. f "Why, papa, you know, Emma taught us to kiss that funny way that you said you didn't like, and Mrs. N taught us to kiss the other way. You know, papa, you said you liked Mrs. N '. way the best." Laughter has succeeded scandal and "friendship is good, thank you.". Seaweed, chemically treattd, fire proofed and made into pads, forms a new material for sound proofing walls. Federal Officials Examining Methods Of "Second Ponzi" Chicago Tribune-Omaha Bee Leased Wire. Chicago, Oct. 2. Federal investi gators are examining the methods, and affairs of Raymond J. Bischoff, jr., the "second Ponzi," 'who has a laige clientele, chiefly Lithuanians, who are literally throwing their money at him, much after the man ner of the Boston crowds at Ponzi Bischoff claims to make large returns for his investors through stock market transactions. Profits of 40 to 60 per cent are said o have been made in the couse of a few days, and in almost every case the dazzled investor turns back the money for further investment. The government gets into the case through complaint of a man who in vested $100 and a few days later was handed $200. The client promptly handed the money to Bischoff with instructions to reinvest it, but when he called of an accounting, was told that a turn on the stock market had "wiped him out." There is no hint that Bischoff is engaged in any crooked transac tions. Chadron Couple Complete 60 Years of Married Life Chadron, Neb., Oct. 2. (Special.) The sixtieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. T. Y. Grantham was celebrated here at the home of their son, Frank They were married September 27, 1860. Over 440 rela: tives attended the reception, and during the hours of public recep tion! more than 300 friends and neighbors greeted the old couple. Fairbury Man Killed By Train in Kansas Smith Center, Kan., Oct. 2. (Spe cial Telegram.) Charles Anderson, 40, of Fairbury, member of -a Rock Island bridge gang, was struck by a Ireight train here and instantly kelled. His head and one of his arms were severed from his body. Valley County Tourists Injured in Auto Wreck Beatrice, Neb., Uct. (Special Telegram.) An automobile occu pied by a party of tourists en route from Valley' county, Nebraska, to Leavenworth, Kan., plunged into an open culvert on the Cornhusker highway north of Cortlant, and in jured five persons. The more se riously injured are: Phillip Oskoske, nose" broken and knee cap split; Mrs. Victoria Clemmy, arm broken and severely bruised; Joseph Siem my, deep cut and forehead hurt. Davis County Republican Committee Names Officers Chadron, Neb., Oct 2. (Special.) The Dawes county republican cen tral committee elected new officers, M. E. Gooch was made chairman and Mrs. John Morgan of Chadron was elected secretary. The committee filed nomination papers for J. O. Gorr as republican nominee for the vacancy caused by the resignation of Win Birdsall as county commissioner. Northwestern Eugiuc Explodes at Chadron Chadron, Neb., Oc. 2. (Special.) An oil burning engine on the C. & N. VV. lines exploded herhe, throwing the heavy boiler 75 feet away and.cntirely scrapping the engine. No one was aboard at the time. Windows nearby were broken from the force of the concussion. The cause of the explosion is thought to be the result of low water in the boiler. The loss to the C. & N W. will be about $40,000. Alleged Auto Thieyes Arrested in Beatrice Beatrice, Neb., Oct. 2. (Special Telegram.) Three young men were arrested here on a charge of stealing crs which have been used by joy riders. In a number of instances automobiles have been left badly damaged after they were used. The young man gave their names as Paul Geisler, Bob Newton and Cliff Lock hr.rt. The police say they have confessed. Bee want ads are business getters. Offer 1L S. Tra nsnorts to Relieve Famine iu China Manila. P. I., Oct. 2. Maj. Gen. Francis J. Kernan, commander of the department of the Philippines, tendered to the Chinese government, free use of United States govern ment transports to carry supplies from the Philippines to China, for ter to he consul, Major General Kernan said: "Although I have not consulted Washington in respect to the mat ter, I feel so sure of the sympathetic sentinicnt of our government toward suffering Chine.se that I feel author ized in making this offer." Body of Nebraska Soldier, Lost In France, Reaches Here The bodies of five soldiers, who died in France, including the body of one Nebraskan, Pvt. William Stukas, the son of W. D. Stukas of Laurel, arrived at the Union station at 3:30 yesterday afternoon. A guard of honor from Fort Crook will accompany the bodies to their former homes. PHONE TYLER 3000,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, m 9 COAL COAL COAL Phone) your order today Updik Lumber Jfc Coal . Co. Phone) Walnut 300 A COMPLIMENT . A traTelina salesman (or a dental npply house out of Philadelphia, who has been "on the road" for 20 rears and eorered every section of the United States, while in our office the ether day, said: "I can compliment yea upon having the most artistio and best equipped dental office in the eoBiitr j." We were elated to hear this from Da so competent to judge, and thanked him for the compliment the Stmark carried for Omaha. The fourth floor of the Barker Block fi easy to find that is where we are located- the best dental office in the Cuntry and the one that has the most sineas. We hare 12-ehair dental eCfiee, and putting in more as the Bade reouira. Our prices will aom fare fkrorably with any other onrani amtfcra and workmanship superior. Tour griende will compliment yon upon the enelleney of your dental work and yon rin gladly compliment us npon our ability to perform. DR. C. W. TODD, Dentist, ' , Feerth Floor, Barker Block. SIXTEENTH AND HOWARD i!ilHi;iiiilM!!nliiii!itiiiiini;ii:iiutiili;liiliL Overstuffed Suites Attractive Designs v Weaves and Prices Voiles, marquisettes, filet, novelty effects and , Swisses. Designs suitable for every room in the home. 1 . ,v Thousands of exceptional values grouped to sell at , Quality Considered, the prices are almost unbelievable Rugs 3 The illustration shows three pieces very much in demand; the loose spring cushions and the wing arms are especially desir able features In addition to this, one should remember that the backs are covered in the same grade of tapestry as the fronts. A massive "spring-cushioned arm" type is shown, as well as the suite illustrated. 6 Prices on both styles of Davenports, ac cording to grade of tapestry. .Prices on both styles of Chairs and Rock- n CfOO' ers, according to tapestry. . 3 17500,, 18900, 19822 You Will Be Glad to Live With at Prices That Will M6et With Your Approval French Wiltons Anglo Indians ' Anglo Persians -All the above named fine Wilton rugs are shown in the new patterns in all sizes, even the very large room sizes, such as 9x15, 9x18, 11-3x15 and 11-3x18 and 8522 ( Kilmarmock. Scotch i Wool Rugs Duchess Curtains ' Dainty applique borders on fine Brus sels net; prices per pair from 10.00 ta $50.00.- , - ' ,;v j Fifty different one and two-pair lot oi curtains are offered for Monday's selling at HALF PRICE. 1 ' 8 njuwzaaB- ' Highly artistic and very desirable in every way; colors, pink, blue and gray, ' with floral borders to match. - ' 36x72 27x54 9x12 $12.75 6.50 70.00 Wool Batik Rugs An all-wool hit-and-miss or Old Colonial pattern.' Size 30x60, price $4.75 Round Oak Heaters : We have a- limited stock of these Heaters, bought and priced more than a year ago. It is interesting to Know that the present day-price is much higher; the comparisons follow: Present Day Price Our Price $ 68.00 14 -in. Round Oak Heater. .55.00 75.50 16-in. Round Oak Heater. . 60.00 86.50 18-in. Round Oak Heater. . 65.00 Buy now, before we have to replace at new prices. , Perfection Oil Heater This most satisfactory of all Oil Heaters is offered in black japanned finish -S7.50 .With bluenamel and nickel trim. . . .$11.0 Dining Room Furniture The wide price range makes it possible for all to buy in this depart ment. Designs, materials, finishes vary so that almost any room in Oma ha can be equipped right from our stock. Period designs represented are Italian Renaissance, Queen Anne, Georgian, William and Mary, Chip pendale, Hepplewhite and others, as well as modern originations. We mention three especially attractive suites. Queen Anne Wilton Rugs Special 1 Rugs, in ; 9x12 siz( $97.50 $111.00 Wilton Rugs, in excellent Oriental designs and good colorings; 9x12 size. - $156.00 in American Walnut 60-inch Buffet 54-inch Bound Table that extends to 6 tee 106.00 Chairs, each 19.50 China Closet ...... 116.00 Modern English . in beautiful brown ma hogany. ' Includes 68,-inch Buffet, 54 inch by 6-ft Extension Ta ble, six Chairs with blue hair cloth seats; 9 pieces com plete $495.00 Old English a wonderful old oak suite with handsome poly chrome decorations sim ilar to Illustration. 72-inch Buffet .... 1198.00 46x57 Oblong Table that extends to 8 feet. 148.00 China Closet 142.00 Bor seat Chairs, in tapestry .' 27.00 Other Suites at k thsse prices or twice the prices you will undoubtedly find them on our floors. "No-Fade" Oil Cloth Bath Rugs These Rugs are made from new oilcloth rags. They are strongly woven into attractive tile patterns, blue ' and white, or green and white. You will find them useful not ' only in bath rooms, but bedrooms, kitchens and sleeping porches. ' They are reversible, seamless, washable and sanitary. Size 27x54 t s $3.25 Greenwich Linoleums This well known grade of Imported Linoleum is generally conceded to be the. best madje and best sea soned linoleum in the world. We are showing three patterns in blue and white, and, green and white tile, MONDAY,at,per yard $2.75 Our expert laying and measuring service will take the measurement of spaces-to be covered and work out the most economical and best way of fitting and layinr. Re member this when you buy. Enameled Baby Beds M- : ; r O . , r 6 Square Post Wood Model fin- i ished in White Enamel and fitted I with Sanitary Link Fabric Steel I. Springs, complete, at $12.50 Simmons Steel Beds A light weight, easily moved model of the Continuous Post Type, as shown, finished in White Enamel and Vernia Martin; full size or ,3-foot. 3-incn size $13.75 V v.. Make Your Reservations for the Caruso Concert October 12 Phone Tyler 3000 for , Popular Caruso Victor Records 87092 Canta pe' me (Neapolitan Song), Bovio de Cur tis 81.25 88209 Carmen II fior che avevi a me (Flower Song), Bizet, at ..91.75 87072 Cavalleria Rusticana Siciliana (Harp Accompani ment) , Mascagni. S1.25 88376 Dreams of Long Ago (in English), Carroll-Caruso .V 81.75 87070 For You Alone (in English), O'Reilly Giehl 81.25 87297 Garibaldis Hymn (Italian Patriotic Air), Mer cantini, at 81.25 Caruso Only Makes Records for the Victor , Cane Panelled Chairs and Rockers x , These chairs, so useful for occasional purposes throughout the home, are made in Solid Mahogany with Plain and Wing Backs; Both the solid mahogany frame work and the hand-woven cane panelling is finished in the rich Antique Brown so deservedly popular. Prices $27.50 $32.50, $35.00 and Up RiiiiiiiHiitiHiiiiiiiuiiiiij A- wti un m rrvfniuftiiiiiiiiiiiii Royal . f Reclining Chairs In fumed or golden oak and mahog any; 25 patterns of Royal Chairs are shown upholstered in Spanish leather and Fabricoid. All are fitted with con- cealed foot and leg rests. The Auto- Z matie Adjustable Back invite rest. ? Prices from . Z $35 to $68 l Jl.l J 1 1 1 r i l l l l l Mil 4uMuMiii.Miiiiiii4 4
