Evening Star Newspaper, March 20, 1924, Page 9

. companles are operating, while MEXICO TO WIPE OUT LAST REBEL WARSHIPS Brazilian Crew on Way Via New York to Man Recently Pur- chased Vessel. FOES CLING TO OAXACA Desperate Defense to Be Made Against Federal Army. By the Assocl MEXICO CITY, March 20.—A full somplement of na officers and sea- men is on the way to Mexico from Rio Janeiro by way of New York, for the purpese of taking command of the cruiser which Mexico recently purchased from Brazil, according to ¥l Universal. The cruiser i3 expected to arrive in Mexicun Gulf waters hefore May 1, and the government forces plan im- mediately to wipe out the remaining ed Press. rebel naval units, including the gun-{' W boats Zaragosa and Agun Prieta. Official reports receiv at the war @epartment indicate that the rebel Gens. Mayootte and Garcia Vigil con- tinue to hold out against the govern ment in Oaxaca City. They are to have fortified commanding poi about the capital, and are prepa; to make a desperate defense against the advancing columns of Gen. Ala- mazan and the Indiane® under Gen. Isaac Ibarra, senator from Oaxacs. Estrada Flight Confirmed. The reported flight aboard a steamer of Gen. Enrique Estrada, commander- <sful revolt in and Michoacan, apparently has been confirmed through official channels. In consequence of the breaking off of negotiations for surrender by Gen. Romulo Figueroa, purpose of giving him time to seek refuge, Gen. Roberto Cruz, com- mander of the federal military oper- ations in the state of been ordered to detach from his foroes the men neces ¥ to prevent Figueroa from joining up with Gen. Fortunato Maycotte and other rebels Who are holding out against the gov- ernment in the state of Oaxaca. ACAPULCO TRAFFIC OPEN. Mexican Embassy Annournzes Lift- ing of International Barrier. ‘The Mexican ssy last night that A pal port in the state o errero, on the western coast ol M has beer opened to international traflic. Conditions in the pcst and through- out the state are normsl, the an- nouncement said. The small rebe units, which for a few days caw— tome disorder in and about the port, have been dispersed and government troops are mow in control, it was added. ALL RAIL LINES RESTORED. announced he princi- Military Trains Running Again by Way of Jalapa. By the Associated Press. VERA CRUZ, March 20.—The last fmportant failway lines in the state of Vera Cruz were restored to federal control yesterday, when military train traflic was resumed over the Inter- oceanic line from Mexico City to Vera Cruz by way of Jalapa and to Vera Cruz and Santa Lucrecia over the Vera Cruz and Isthmus line.. Gen. Topete has arrived at Santa Lucrecia. He officially reported that the lines from Vera Cruz and Cordoba were clear of rebels. The reopening of the Vera Cruz and Isthmus rail- way provides an outlet from the rich banana and sugar districts, in_which many Americans, British and Italian Tes- toration of traffic on tho Interoceanic will assist materially in relieving freight congestion at Vera Cruz, and also permit shipments from the coffea district in the vicinity of Jalapa. ‘Will Pass on Army Men. A new board of officers has been appointed to meet in this city for the purpose of recommending the names of National Guard and reserve officers to be added to the general staff eligibility list. The detail for the hoard comprises Brig. Gens. D. E. Nolan, C. H. Martin, H. A. Drum and $tuart Heintzman, all of the general &tafr ke Ly ar an qu gl qy /) X i pAl ik [y i e Wy Smart Spring b Showing of § GAGE Ui i Tailored # HATS N $3.98 10 $7.50 UN The Femous GAGE Hats Wl need no introduction to well W9 groomed women of Washing. ton, so well known are they for Smart Lines, Quality and Comfortable - Fitting Head Sizes. have just received a satisfying display, in a host of handsome models for your selection, in newest straws, styles and colorings. See our window display. - New Untrimmed Hats Featuring the newest Straws, Models and Colors. $1.98 to $3.98 New Flowers, Wreaths, Feathers and Novelties —for trimmings, in Fashion’s most favored styles and colors. 39 to $2.98 Creeron Millinery Co. 614 12th St. NW, | arod e Cormer From High Prices begun with the | o GIVE TO PALESTINE FUND AHEAD OF DRIVE Success of Campaign to Raise $50,000 Seems Assured, Leaders Declare. Dr. Leo J. Frachtenberg, director of the Palestine Foundation fund cam- paign opening next Sunday, was the suest of honor at a luncheon given at Harvey’s today by J. B. Shapiro, gen- eral chairman, and his associates in the drive, which will be for $50,000, The campalgn leaders believe the drive will be more successful than any held here for the Palestine Foun- dation fund. Many Washington Jews formerly non-Zionisis are now supporting the cause, it was stated. A last rally of the campaign work- :rs will be held Saturday night at the cigh, and Sunday night at the ne hotel a bunquet will inaugurate ‘he drive. Dr. Frachtenbers, at a_meeting in the Raleigh, declared that unless \merica gives generous support the rebuilding of Palestine as a national Jewish lhomeland will be an almost nsurmountable task. Vashington has been given a com- saratively small quota in the na- tional campaign. New York's quota s 51,500,000, Several hundred campaigners will over every portion of the nation's Capital, which, by the aid of a post 5 . one of which will be al- otted to each team. riptions reported excellent prog- vess today. 2l —_— Deaths R;i)orted. The following deaths bave been reported to the health department in the last twenty-four e onrs: . Louisa B. Brooks, 75, George Washington Cniversity Honpital. 3 William K. Stevens, 60, 1351 Wisconsin ave, William B! Gates, 34, 1211 Floridu ave. n.e. Charles F. Hately, 4%, the Burlington Hotel. 31, railroad tracks, ) 1325 Magsachusetts . n.e. serald H. Richardson, 2 months, 5002 Jewett iuerrero, has |9 Pro ary E. Hawkins, 57, 217 M st. s,w. Ivester Johnson, 14 months, Children's The number of New Orleans ha: fi Ac obtainable st 55,388 electried homes in the city, as well as 1,738 manufacturers and other large concerns and 9.070 small concerns which use electric power for industrial and commercial purposes. Births Reported. ‘The following births bave been reported to the health department i the last twenty-four Marriage Licenses. Marriage licenses have been issued to the following: Willlam G, Means and Constance G. Minot, both of Beverly Farms, Mass. Edward O. Stone and Letta Brock. Aubrey Hawkins and Augusta Brogden. Blanchard of Watertown, N. Y., Oleveland of Alexandria, Va. . Deale and Ella May, both of Postoak, Arthur A. McKnight of Detrolt, Mich., and Helen M. Heffoer of this city. Anthony L. De Vita of Troy, N. Y., Mary Leano of Webster, M. A Lasne, Sf mebstey M n et e sl s i Gladys J. Harrison of Catonsville, M Robinson, boy. L ¥. Brooks, girl. and Eva L. Wilkerson, boy. and Rdith 1. Dyer, boy. nd Mollie L. Gordon, hoy. Aot Kammemer, girl. tingly, gick boy. rn, girl, n, girl. nd i Marfe C. Tobin, Lintless Linen ON'T compliment the OTHER woman on the appearance of her linen. Reverse the compliment—send your linen to the TOLMAN LAUN- DRY and she'll compliment YOU. The MacKenzie Sizing process used here ex- clusively, makes linen positively lintless. The pattern on your table cloths is em- bossed. It drapes gracefully, while the sheen is restored, making it look and feel like the day you bought it. Regard- less of which TOLMAN service you use, all your linen receives the benefit of the MacKenzie Sizing process. - T O T TATO T T T DT A DDA TS DA, THE TOLMAN LAUNDRY F. W. MacKenzie, Mgr. 6th and C Sts. N.W. A starched collar that is right-white, smooth and flexible is a TOL- MANIZED collar, For = -u'flm“fld » S.‘isf&c' tion phone Franklin 71. Prompt Parcel Post Service wherever you are AL DD DD Doana Ote; Teiand Haywood and Beriss Waiker, McADOO IN RATLROAD PLEA. MILWAUKEE, Wis., Until the rallroad problem is settled right we have assurance nelther of |order to stable prosperity nor economical jus-’| rates. Philadeiphis, Pa., and | 84dress here. Berey. o this el Dous. Fan March 20— The beautiful sil- houette effects lend their charming. touches to make this evening slipper a delightful of- fering to the vogue. Handmade in its en- tirety—with resulting trim appearance and snugly fitting comfort. In Whate Kid, Blue Kid and Black Satin: baby Spamish heel. $13.50 SteTsoN SHOE SHoP THIRTEEN F1ive F STREET R DA AAS D Jucob A. von Gunten and Diana Smith, both | tice, W. G. McAdoo declared in an of Baltimore, Md. Theron B. Clemeat of The candidate for the democratic . |nomination for President declared that “the administration’s theory of rellef to the farmers through rednced freight rates Js to wait seven years for the railroads to decide whether they are willing to consoljdate in produce reduced freight < l———lolc——lolc——lol——ll——|a|—=lolc—=lale——lallc——=]o]—— o] ——[o[—=] 0] Like-Fox Fur Scarfs Big, generous size, fluffy Furs —in Peach, Beige, Blue and $15 Platinum .... The Wanted Top Coats —presendng a variety that holds the smartest styles in two groups attractively marked $2 5 S ~$39.75 Made up in the weaves that are warm and com- fortable—without burdensome weight—soft Downy Wool, Camelair, Cut Chinchilla, Twills, Velvetones and Sports Cloths—in over-plaids, clever stripes and plain color-tones. They will appeal to you for what they re.lly are — excep- tional garments. Third Floor. / Delightingly New Frocks —expressing fashion's latest thought—in both model and material—conspicuous values at 515 -4 595 Alpaca—that's a new phase of fashion—and the Crepes and Roshanaras are much in evi-* dence—draped on new lines: embellished with new treatment—developing new shades and com- Sizes from 14 to 52Y%. Second Floor. 608 to 614 | ?bi’li short K ELEVENTH ST. - A Special Sale for Friday—Featuring 300 Frenc h-Room Models —all marked for this event at* $ You have 'seen these identically same Hats and admired them at their original prices—which for to- day are to be waived in favor of your choosing at $9. Distinctive shapes and effective colorings. Fourth Floor Blouses A group of exquisite effects—featured at $ 5.00 Smart Blouses—consist- ent for wear with the smart Delft Blse Cropp Suits. Soft tones of lines of overblouse . m‘:nstriceailor il e the bogiah Bites. . ;. —[o]——ol——>alc——al——=o|——ol—2lal—Folel Dol —2le[c—— s —— o] — [a [ |0 DDA, DA T D DA AT A A D A A<D Y A< Week-End Flower Specials . 1al Carnations| g3y Bekewsi Exceptionally eet Peas, fivoa...... 50c Fine Specimens | Violets, Rt .~ 50c 98 _{;nqn'.il:h....... 5419403. . 'ACININS, per Potiuveeees C doz. | BERNS. a7 Toeck THE BLACKISTONE Cash & Carry Flower Stores Funeral Flowers Delivered—Corsages and Bougquets to Order 807 14th St. 804 17th St. 1209 Wisc. Ave. (Downtown) (Midtown) (Georgetown) FINAL DASH For the Final Wind-Up Only two more days left to participate in this “Bargain Feast.” Now for the final wind-up we | are going to make Friday and Saturday, March | 2ist and 22nd (last days of this sale) a record- [ breaking event. We have made additional cuts in prices on our new spring suits, coats, dresses and hats for your benefit. We encourage you in making your “Easter” purchase now while you can take advantage of the greatly reduced prices, and for | | your convenience we will lay away your suit, dress, | | coat or hat by you making a small deposit at the fl time of your selection, and your Easter shopping worries will be over. .Space won’t permit us to mention the many, many beautiful garments we have to show you. Come and look these over, You | won't be disappointed. N Remember the Date: Friday and Satarday, March 21st and 22nd. The last days of this | WONDERFUL SALE. DRESSES These Dresses Have Style Without Extravagance A drastic_reduction for this special drive. In this group you will find cloth dresses in checks and a good quality of silk crepe in new shades and models ; some ribbon, some braid, some lace and bead trim. Values at ° FASHION DICTATES “Your Easter Costume.” These usually include hats, prices without a comparison. Friday and Saturday only...c.eceeececceces dresses, suits and coats. Do your Easter shopping here, SPORT COATS Astounding Coat Values Snappy models Sport Coats. They come in solid colors, stripes and overplaids of camel’s hair in new shades, full length and lined throughout. Button fasten- ings with side effects. Coats that were made to sell for $25.00. Friday and Saturday only seseeccaces . $4—HATS-;$4 Easter is near. Buy your Easter Bonnet now. We have just received a large shipment of new Easter styles to match your new dress and Friday and Saturday (only) we will sell all $5.00 hats fOT.e...camrssrsecssscccccsserscane This Ad Is Worth Money to You DRESSES WE STRETCH YOUR DOLLAR HERE Dresses to suit any occasion in this group. Including French flannels, taffetas, georgette, flat crepes, in a good variety of styles and colorings. All. of the new spring modes of , straightlines, in conservative and fancy trimmings. Special for [ ] Friday and Saturday only.u..ee