Evening Star Newspaper, November 3, 1921, Page 25

DENIED BY CAPTAIN Says Only Hanging at Camp Was for Brutal Murder of Military Policeman. By the Associated Press. CINCINNATI, Ohio, November 3.— Capt. W. M. Larner, Quartermaster Corps, Fort Thomas, K who was camp quartermaster at Gievres, France, ! v, and directed the erection of & scaffold | mentioned by Senator Thomas E. Wut-i son, Georgla, who told menrbers of lhe= , United States Senate® that twenty-one, soldiers were “hanged like dogs” from the gallows, last night issued a state-; b ment denying Senator Watson's claims. | He declared that but one man had been | exccuted at Gievres during the entire war and that man after a regularly con- | 8tituted court-martial. " “Senator Watson has been misled by persons who have permitted their imag- ination and craving for publicity to v overcome their better judgment and sincerity,” said Capt. Larner. Murderer Only Man Hung. “The scaffold at Gievres was_erected by me upon orders of Col. C. L. Sim- monds, jr., commander of the camp at Gievres, for the execution of one man, ; This man, who had and one man only. been in the Regular Army previous to the beginning of the world war, had been tried by court-martial and feund to be gullty of murder in the first de- ree. 7 The man had been arrested on a minor charge and, together with an- other prisoner, was being taken before a summary court. Under pretext of borrowing & match from the military police, the man seized the guard’s re- volver and shot the military policeman four times. Not satisfled with this, he hacked the body with a hatchet. The murder was brutal and in cold blood. “The man was lodged In the stock- ' ade at Gievres and he was tried by court-martial and found to be guilty. His case had suficient time to have been reviewed by the President. The murder was #0 brutal that the entire camp became incensed and it was with the utmost caution that the pris- - oner was taken to and from the stock- ade to the trial. Speaks With Authority. “As camp quartermaster, I was in a position to know how many men were executed there, for everything, from ~ . the building of the scaffold to the * making of the coffin, was under my direction_and was accomplished by men In the Quartermaster Corps. “In October, 1919, the camp was turned over to the French authorities. | Any number of pictures might have been taken of the scaffold since then and the scaffold may be in existence WATSON'S CHARGES now. “I feel it my duty to answer Sen- Says Senator’s Charges Are Pre- . posterous and Incredible. By the Associated Press. CLEVELAND, Ohio, November 3.— Charges of Senator Thomas Watson that American soldiers in France were hanged without trial and were subjected to barbarous ' were declared to be “preposterous and incredible” by Newton D. Baker, former Secretary of War, last night. “France was not a howling wilder- ness, but a civilized country,” Mr. said: “It was pretty well crowded with American men and women, who would have been quick to_report anything of this kind. “If .a_single American:soldier had been hanged without trial word of it would have come to this country and proper measures would have been taken. The senators entire charges are preposterous and incredible.” treatment A Big Value in a Handsome LIBRARY LAMP $]4-95 Has two lights and ss complete with silk cord THE_ Library Lamp _illus- trated has beauty of line and a refinement of design which make it suitable for any living room. Antique gold fin- ish, with shade of wmnetal over- lay and amber glasa. ator Watson's charges, inasmuch as I was one of the officers stationed at Gievres. Col. C. L. Simmonds, jr., who ia now with the 4th Army Corps, will bear me out on these statements, as ‘will Chaplain Albert Evans of Water- town, N. Y.” BAKER ISSGES DENIAL. Appliance Co. 607 14th St. Branch Store, Washjngton Ralle way and Electric Building, 14th and C Stx. N.W. Telephone Main 955 HOARSE WHEEZES . R. BELL'S Pine-Tar-Honey has for years relieved thousands of cold and cough suffering men, women and children. Severe colds or colds newly contracted are by its pleasant balsamic and healing antiseptics. Phlegm is soon loosened, irritation eased, inflammation allayed, breathing made less difficult. You can give the children Dr. Bell’s Pine-Tar-Honey, too. Get a bottle today from any druggist. 30c. DrBell Buy N ow! Pay in January Providing you have a charge account here! Washington—November 3, 1921. N THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C., THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1921. . SBURGH & BROTHER FRIDAY BARGAIN NEWS A Sale of Coats See Page 16 420-30 Seventh Street Northwest ——— e Women’s Hose Silk Stockings, In black, white, cordo- van, grays. Ireg- ular, or you would pay much more, Bizes as they run. (Friday only) 95¢ First Floor French rge 66 inches wide, splendid quality in navy blue; pure ‘wool, reliable dye and non-crushable. A rare value. (Friday omly) $1.98 Third Floor Brings Unusual One-Day Specials Take your dividends Friday in our widely known one-day bargains. “There’s not an item includéd that does not save the purchaser money. Comforts Silkoline Com- forts filled with sanitary cotton. Neatly quilted in scroll effect. Light and dark colors. (Friday only) $1.95 Feurth Floor Child’s Hose Sturdy Cotton Stockings in black and white. Sizes 6 to 91%. Stock up at this extremely low price. (Friday only) 22¢ 5 Pairs, $1.00 First _Floor You'll marvel at this value. 56 inches wide; all wool; blue and tan combina- tion. Limited yard- age Jjust for Third Floor 1 Bk Part wool, but very warm and neat. White or gray in size 66x80. Pink and blue borders, wide Soisette bind- ing. (Fridny only) $4.99 Pair Fourth Floor Ribbed Hose Sturdy quality for lively boys and girls. Slightly ir- regular. Sizes 6 to 81%. In the wanted tan shade. (Friday only) 9c 6_Pairs, $L10 First Floor Coatings All-wool __Winter €oatings; 56 inches wide; navy and brown in Frostglo effect; very heavy and, of course, very special. (Friday only) $2.19 Third Floor Bedspreads Satin Marseilles, in four artistic pat- terns. Cut-out cor- ners and embroid- ered scalloped edge. Plain hem, if you prefer. Size 82x94. (Friday only) ! Fourth Floor Extra Special for Friday Only 2,000 yards and 7 weaves in this special Sale of Fashionable SILKS at $1.50 yard Silk to the fore, but no matter, we shall not take advantage of the vogue to charge full price for this line of SILKS, but allow you the same benefit of price concession accorded us. 40-inch Black Charmeuse—Soft texture and lustrous finish. 40-inch Crepe de Chine—White and many colors; all silk. 36-inch Chiffon Taffeta—Black and colors of Fashion’s favor.. 36-inch Black Satin Duchess—Correct weight for frocks, wraps, etc. 36-inch Tricolette—Black and colors, for Silk Hose Women's full- fashioned Black Silk Stockings, ir- regulars of a much higher-priced make. Sizes 8%, 9, 9%. (Friday only) 89c First Floor Vitanola sold. . Vanity Cases Silver plated, en- gine-turned case. Four compart- ments; double chain handle. For your- self or gift pur- poses, buy. (Frldiy only) of First Floor Bolivia A Black Bolivia; 54 inches wide; soft, corded diagonal effect; 100% wool. The price is greatly re- duced for (Friday only) o (Third Floor) Longcloth 36-inch width: chamois finish. Sold in_ten-yard pieces only. Suitable for lingerle and vari- ous household uses. (Friday only) 51.38 Piece First Floor Going Fast! Yours Is Here—Buy It Tomorrow Vitanola Phonographs The Phonograph of Marvelous Tone, Natural as Life $52.50 to $112.50 —are the prices according to model selected (there are five) and these prices are 50% to 60% lower than they were made to sell for. The special terms of Nothing. Down Small Monthly Payments The reputation of Lansburgh & Bro. is back of every Balcony Phonograph Shop Glace Gloves Two-clasp _styl in black, white an brown. Overseam sewn; self or con- trasting color em- broidery. Sizes 5% up. (Fridny only) o First Floor Shirtings Our regular 75c silk-stripe colored madras in beautiful effects for me: shirtings, women's tailored blouses, etc. (Friday omly) 58c Ya-rd First Floor rocks; heavy quality. 36-Inch Sateen Fast black, good weight and high luster that remains. Suitable for bloom- ers, petticoats, lin- ings, etc. (Friday Only) 3 8c Yard Remnants White, colored Wash Goods and plenty of the want- ed 36-inch White Bhaker Flannel One to seven yards in the remnants. Flouncings 26 Inches wide; black, navy, brown, some embroidered in gold thread. Spe- cial for Friday at Just half price. (Friday omnly) $3.25 to $4.95 Insertions Twelve - yard pleces of Val lace insertion, with edges to match. To be #0ld by the plece only; exceptional value. (Friday only) 9c First Floor A Boys’ Suits Norfolk models of heavy mixtures, in gray and brown heather effects. Lined knickers; sizes 8 to 15 years. Well tailored throughout. (Friday onmly) 3 Fourth Floor First Floor ' First Floor First Floor Overcoats Of blue, brown, gray chinchilla. Lined throughout; double breasted that can be but- toned to neck. Boys' sizes 3 to § years. (Friday only) o Fourth Floor 40-inch, heavy unbleached, round thread fabric that serves many houge- hold uses and for personal purposes, too. (Fridny only) Ticking Blue herringbone stripe, featherproof and as firm as the hardest wear should require. Re- duced for (Friday only) Veilings Practical 1-yard lengths, in plain colors, also two- color combinations. A limited quantity at much less than regular_value. (Friday eonly) 33-inch Silk Se‘lgirltilngb—Fo;‘ shirts, blouses and similar uses. 8 yards 3 yards 36-inch Print adium—For linings, kimonos, negliges, etc. Third Fleor—Lansburgh & Brother € sl'oo sl‘oo i 29(: Firat Floor First Floor Marabou Capes Cretonnes A Clean Sweep of 500 Fall Hats Taken right from active stocks and grouped in three sections for a of previous rices, these ow. Of course, those at $3.00 predominafe because they are drastic price reduction to ats are to make a-flying the best, and even at that there are very few of a kind, but leap at these ' every kind so desirable—all this Regardless rices which are ridiculously season’s '3 rchandise which is sure to accumu- late rapid owing to our enormous purchases. Lyons Velvet, Panne, Hatter’s Plush, Felt, Embroidered Patent Leather and com- binations in variety. All the wanted col are almost as many styles and shapes as there sre hats. Early choosing is advisable, for naturally such a sale will bring five hundred women and misses here in a hurry. Placed on tables for convenient selection—sort of help-yourself idea to prevent waiting. Second Floor—Lansburgh & Brother ors, but it is out of the question to describe them, for therel Handbags Chiffon velvet, 1ined with silk. Fit- ted with purse and mirror; some fin- ished with silk tas- sel. (Friday only) $1.95 First Floor Palm Soap ‘Woodbury's _ fa- mous Royal Palm Soap. Known far and wide for its curative and anti- septic’ properties. (Friday only) Table Damask 64-inclr mercer- ized Table Damask, in several attrac- tive patterns. Lus- trous finish and du- rable quality. (Friday onmly) 59c Yard Firat Floor Handbags Leather Swagger Handbags in green and gray; fitted with mirror. Slight- ly marred and a limited lot. That's why (Friday only) First Floor Superior quality, well made and a convenient size for home use or to stick In your trav- eling bag. (Friday onmly) 39¢ First Floor Scarfs Centers’ of fine linene and trimming of cluny lace with touches of embroid- . ery. Size 17x50; an extra special. (Friday only) 89c First Floor Beaded Bags Variety of light and dark color ef- (Friday only) $1.00 First Floor Necklaces Filled Pearl Bead Necklaces; beauti- 3 Il ur uster; gradu- fects, Irame i)l atea size beads; 24- sign.. Exceptional inch string with value. soild gold spring clasp. (Friday only) First Floor Centerpieces Round shape in 50-inch size. Linene center with lace and embroldery trimming effects. Extra-fine quality. (Fridny only) $1.48 First Floor Rusto Remover Eliminates stains from iron rust, ink, mildew, etc. Does not injure fabric and is easy to ap- »ly. 50c First Floor | Bedspreads Full size, in two attractive patterns. Jght and ‘This value, even if it is for (Friday only) $1.97 Fourth Fleor Remnants Of Household Lin- ens, including Ta- ble Damask, Nap- kins, Scarfs, Tow- els, Toweling, Art Linens, and so on. (Friday only) Greatly Reduced Prices Firat Floor Blankets Heavy - weight Nashua Blankets, in solid gray or white. Size 64x76, for doy- ble beds. Fleeced .tn; warmth'and fin- sh. (Friday only) o Fourth Floor Mackinaws Serviceable, warm’ plaid cloth; double breasted model with all-round belt and convertible collar. Boys' sizes 7 to 17. (Friday Only) 4/ o Fourth Floor Knickers All-wool blue serge, lined throughout. With a coat left over from a former serge sult, these knickers wiil come ‘in handy. Sizes 7 to 17 years. ‘(Friday Only) o Fourth Floor Over 600 Pairs Taken From Regular Stock and Reduced to the Lowest Price in Years for Footwear of Similar Quality %5.35 Thrifty women require no urging to attend a sale providing Footwear of the moment at a price heretofore considered out of the question, so we'll simply state essential facts about styles, etc., for your ready information. From top to bottom, sketch shows— PATENT COLT OXFORD—Extended welt sole; walking heel; plain toe in smart walking style Neatly lined, and a trig shape for street $5 é 5 and comfortable last, light-weight sole. Special at v.e.oveiiiieciieiiaiiiesonns TAN CALF BROGUE—This is a very dapper model, richly combined in saddle tfim with-Scotch grain just a trifle darker in color. heel wear ..... 4 THREE-STRAP PUMPS—Of rich tan calf, with _Louis heel and phin narrowed toe. Veg_ dressy ONE-STRAP PUMPS—Of tan calf, with narrowed toe, tip imitated by stitching outline. Baby Louis heels and light-weight sole. for street wear .. TAN WALKING GXFORD — Mannish model, with semi-narrow toe and military heel; extended welt sole and tip finish. This is another suit- $5 .35 able walking model. Black, seal and natural. Plain or trimmed with os- trich. Four styles to select from.Very specially priced (Friday only) $4.95 First Floor These are our regular 39c and 58¢ grades, which take a fall in the Friday Bargain offerings. Not remnants, but cut from full bolts. (¥riday only) 24c Yard Fifth Floor Pillowcases The famaus Bon- tex Pillowcases, in two sizes — 42x36 and 45x36. Every homemaker knows the value, still we offer them (Friday onmly) Three for ! Firat Floor Sheets Our renowned ‘Wash-heavy Sheets, for singie beds. The kind that wears so well and launder to perfection. Size 54x90. (Friday only) 9c First Floor Handkerchiefs Women's Crepe de Chine Handker- chiefs, in all the pretty pastel and some sport colors. Rolled edge, neat and well made. (Friday onmly) 10c First Floor Umbrellas Women's Silk Gloria, in 26-inch size; Paragon frame. Ebonine handle with silk cord wrist loops. (Friday only) $2.75 Firat Floor U. S. Flags 3x5, sewed stripes; fast color; complete with pul- ley, cord and staff. Every home should fly our flag NOW. Remarkable value. (Friday only) Fifth Floor. - Cretonnes Our entire stock of 6% to Cretonnes. season’'s best colors and patterns. Not remnants but cut from full bolts. (Friday only) 9c Yard Fifth Fioor. Silk Vests Delicate shade of pink; sizes 36 to 44. Fine texture and perfectly made, shaped accurately, too. They'll make acceptable gifts. (Friday_only) $1.59 First Floor Cotton Vests Low neck, fine , with tailored or trimmed tops. All - the wanted sizes at the same i _‘\\'hy not a (Friday only) First Floor Waxed Paper 500 sheets of this sanitary paper for protecting and pre- serving food. School and business lunches should be wrapped in it. (Friday only) 500 Sheets for 9¢c First Floor | For Friday Only Sale of Women’s and Misses’ Stylish Oxfords 5.35 Walking $ 5' 35 Very smart 55.35 Il Ribbons Remnants in usa- ble lengths; moire, fancy, plain and novelties, _suitable for fancy work, hair bows, etc. (Friday on! 39c Yard Fizgt Floor. ) 5 Satin Ribbon 10-yard pieces of No. 1 and No. 1% in all the wanted colors for this nar- row ribbon. Sold by the piece only— will not cut. . (Friday onmly.) 19(: Piece First Floor. Hair Ribbon Plaids and novel- ties in a variety of pretty colors and styles. This is a good opportunity to get ribbon for fancy Christmas work, too. (Friday only.) Zsc Yard First Floor. Slip-Over Dresses Velveteen, plain or embroidered in raised knots of colored yarn. Also Trico- tine in navy blue, bound with military braid; pockets and belt. (Friday onmly) « $8.95 Second Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Bloomer Dresses For little chil- dren of 3 to 6 years. Chambray, gingham and khaki. These are our reguiar $3.50 to $3.95 dresses. (Friday only) o Fourth Floor Dresses Bloomer models of gingham, cham- bray and khaki for tots of 3 to 6 vears. Well made. and they are our regu- lar $2.95 number. (Friday only) . Fourth Floor Rompers Blightly soiled Rompers and Creepers of good quality gingham in variety of pretty colors. Our regu- lar $1.25 and $1.95 grades. (Friday only) 69c Fourth Floor e ’ Girls’ Dresses Blue serge, with white pique ecollar and cuffs. One- piece model in sizes 8 to 14 years. Reg- ular $4.95 line. (Friday only) $4.39 First Floor | g = 1e? Girls’ Coats Brown and blue cheviot. Fur ' col- lars, warm, 8tyl- ish and seasonable. Sizes 10, 12 2rd 14 years. Reduced to (Friday only) Fourth Floor ——— Lining Silk $6-inch fabric of silk - and - cotton mixture woven to I appear like all silk. il Large range of pl ‘ colors for linin i and foundations. Friday Only) (3k Yard Notion Bargains (Friday only) Clark’s O. N. T. Cotton, black and white, dozen, 55¢c. Aristo Hair Nets, cap and fringe shapes,, “ dozen, 3%c. Snap Fasteners; all sizes; black and white, 12 dezen, 18c. . Bias Seam Tape; narrow widths; 3 pieces for 10c. : 1 Cotton Grosgrain Belting; black and X white, 3 yards, ‘Waist Linings, well made, with belting, hooks and eyes, 35¢c. Sanitary Napkins; one dozen in a box, 35¢. Twilled Tape; 10-yard pieces; widths to Z4-inch, plece, 10c. J First Floor Sheets Size 81x90 sheets, made of extra- heavy linen - finish sheeting. Deep, well sewn hems and everything about them worth more than we charge. (Friday only) $1.19 First Floor N