Evening Star Newspaper, December 10, 1924, Page 22

POOLE JURY FAILS T0 IND VERDIT Brother of Girl in Rockville Court Then Called, But His Trial Postponed. Special Dispateh to The S 10.— VETERAN’S DEATH FOUND DUE TO STRANGULATION Alberto Medeno Killed at St. Elizabeth’s by Fellow Patient, Is Jury’s Report. Medeno, soldier patient of | . Elizabeth’s Hospital, who was found dead under his bed at the hos- pital yesterday, came to his death as the result of strangulation at the nder Banaski, another s found b ating the d Banaski, could not b fat the mo ' Lands sy dbiviau TIPS LEAD POLICE TOLIQUOR CACHES Clues Furnished hy Citizens Cut Into Holiday Stocks in: City. Members of the vice squad already have obtained results from informatoin O Lanan, WoadlilnUuLul, | Poison FounD IN BODY, MURDER WITNESS SAYS Doctor Testifiles at Trial of Mrs. Sweetin and Hight for Man’s Death. By the Associated Press. MOUNT VERNON, (l1., December 10 —Three and two-tenths grains of poison were found In the viscera of Wilford Sweetin, Dr. W. D. McNally. of Chicago testified today in the trial of Lawrence M. Hight and Mrs. Elsie Sweetin, jointly charged with murder of her husband. He testified that from two to three grains of the poison was sufficient to cause death. ). v VWL dsay kD1 ik, PUSH SUPPLY BILLS FOREARLY HEARING House Leaders Hope to Have Measures Well on Way Be- fore Holiday. . The House appropriations commit- tee is making an intensive drive to J O ORI OTUTTY 1y, 11924, will be submitted to the House on Saturday. Hearings are to start next Monday on the independent offices appropria- tion bill. Date for District Measure, As far as can be foreseen now hearings will start on the District of Columbla appropriation -bill some time between December 15 and 29, committee does not expect to ceil als subcommitiee in budget until after the Christmas cess, which is from December 20 to December 29. e Below Zero in Minnesota. ST. PAUL, Minn.,, December 1 temperature of 9 degrees below zero reported at 6 a.m. today by the although Chairman Davis of the sub- | naidaration of tais | ol Can You Match This? In one rectangular body, on the built-up edge of Silver Spring town, just across the northwest boundry of the District of Columbia, lies 25 acres subdivided into 103 residential building lots averaging 50 by 125 feet, or 6,250 square feet area euch, the same having close proximity to improved streets, water, light, sewerage, telephone connection, street car and bus direct transportation into Washington. In addition to the plot of ground, there are improvements thereon—one large colonial type 12-room residence, three baths, hardwood floors, furnace heat, sanitary suburban water, tele- phone, five-car garage, concrete floors; all located on a rolling ROCKVILLE, Md., The trial of Littleton ed with a capital offense Irene Mellott, 14 years old, in a disagreement, and the jury was discharged. The jurors were about evenly dtvided on the question of his g taking m 11 during the n December S. Poole, charg- | e hill top surrounded by many virgin oaks and other trees, with Federal Weather Bureau. Winona ce- colonnade double row of large maple trees making the approach. ported an unofficial temperature of 14 below. Dr. McNally sald the poison was odorless and tasteless and could be dissolved in any liquid. 5 DETROIT BANK ROBBED. Information obtained by the police| DETROIT, December 10.—Five arm- <0es not tell of large quantities of [ ed robbers held up the Grand River liquor having been received for the | avsnue branch of the Bank of Detroit bootl | today and escaped in an automobile there with $15.000 in_currency. received as a result of Maj. Sullivan’s appeal to the public for Information | relative to violations of the national | prohibitfon enforcement law, being part of. the ugurated to make Washix city during get the big supply bills for the verious branches of the Government | well on their way before the| Christmas holidays. { The House passed yesterday the In- terior Department appropriation and | immediately took up for considera- | tion the Department of Agriculture | appropriation bill with the expecta- | tion of taking a vote on It before | | | gainst Two hollow-tile stucco two-story English type colonial resi- dences, 8 rooms each (with garages), requiring a moderate sum to complete into splendid homes. Several other temporary frame buildings on the property. & The tion and new clubhouse of the Montgomery Country Club adjoining this is on the west. To any one desiring a splendid country estate, or if you happen to be in the buiiding game, you could not find a more attractive or valuable piece of acerage and improvements at the price in this vicinity. This entire property is directly in the vicinity of the most active building section of suburban Washington, where there are schools, public and private; one bank, numerous stores, fire pro tection, and, too, where there is a great demand for homes of moderate price and reasonable terms. The down payment in cash can be arranged, or other property, preferably income prop- erty, might be considered for owner's equity. Balance is already running at 6%. Do not hesitate or pass up without quick and careful investigation this opportunity. Call Main 8481 or, better still, sec the map in 617 Investment Building, corner of 1 K Sts., Washington, D. C., and make appointment to inspect the property. Many social advantages add to the attractiveness of the community. resulted = = Joint-Ease For Stiff Joints | Pharmacists say that when all other so-called remedies fa:l Jolnt-Ease will succeed. { It's for joint ailments only—that '»; } Ilon and Mullen the case at the ue, 1 officials and attendants at the h I S S IR, GEN. DRAIN TO SPEAK. Address the end of the week Bills Up for Consideration. Hearings are to start Friday on the capital state Capital commerce, and capital labor bills. ‘The committee clerks started mark ! ing up the Naval appropriation today, the subcommittee havin practically completed its work with | the expectation that this neasure v similar fmmediately was not ready and the poned without a time awson and Welsh, who de- fended Poole, will handle the defense for the. brother. An effort will be made, it is under- stood, to obtain bail for Poole, who next trial probably will be called ir few days. eggers, point to recen .],.\“h.»u'u:“":.flul‘l.‘r fenn heretafore, | Violations of the Volstead law last S {thie few excchoons: month totaled 469. They included the following: Selling Intoxicants, 115; Says Liquor Dangerous. illegal possession of intoxicants, 250 of the liquor being seized, | illcgal transporting of intoxicants, 95; Sullivan told a Star reporter, | manufacturing liquor, 2, and main- of the corn variety. It is green | taining nuisance, 2. culated to kill, but consumer: feizures during the to buy it. wber included 3,440 quarts of the | 1,654 gallons of mash, 58 s the result of | quarts of alcohol, 62 quarts of brandy, > pre- |3 quarts of champagne. 99 quarts of f course 560 gallons of cider, 239 gallons T4 bottles of beer, 165 bottles Twenty automobiles gnd 1so were seized. New Legion Head to Press Club. The first public appearance of Brig. Gen. James Drain his recent tion national commander of .egion will be made to- in his honor at Club. The recep-|* by the National Post, N , of which Drain is a membér. It is ex- embers of Con= attend Most Ma). since s why you are advised to use It for sore, painful, ioflamed, rheumatic joints limbers up the Joints—ts etratiog and qnick reenlts 1y cents s fube at Peo Stores and -drugglats evers month of National tion was a epd GLASS| FITT -}\ l” Correctly, Prices Modorate. KAUFFAN OPTOMETIIST Mother and Sister Heard. ples Drug Always remember, when Joint-Ease gets joint ugony gets out—quick.—Adve:- that many n ublic officials will 1 1o the police that corn cts of moon still t introducad RO9 11th St N.W. W. Johnson | omas | states M u:l\( Band | U | ‘ o o S ¥ ; ay RN ¢ “fi.‘_ ¢=",{“J R =) the sister denled | story of an automobile ride giimor | TWO CHILD BODIES FOUND. ST & rubber h ¥ aid he the River Being Dragged for Further |’ Finds at Norfolk. " A ool Whowe -Business, like individuals, must put on new clothes and change their home to meet changed conditions. Men’s High-Grade Tuxedos Priced at 9.50 This is our special Tuxedo— coat and trousers! During the sea- a post Leroy R policen connection * under indict several tin custody, Ginder of Quality Candy Phone C: 18(h and Colu To those of our customers who shop by phone the loca- tion of the store meant little. But with increasing demand for Cornwell delicatessen specialties, confections, etc., it seemed to us imperatively necessary to come downtown a few blocks—for the greater convenience of the greatest number. 1 666660604 > s 200000000 *e z:;tm‘:‘.OO0“‘.'0000000000’0000000000‘00 04 “000000»0“00000“'00000000“00:3::3::“ z:’:é Pee Men clerks to serve men We fancily - - And so we selected the site at 1329 G Street—right in the heart of your activities. Here we've modeled a building modern to the last minute—providing facilities adequate for the expansion and growth of every department of our busi- ness—and the introduction of some new features—such as the Tea Room and the Soda Fountain—properly associated with Cornwell's—and all that the name stands for—and has stood for during these 60 years—the best in table staples and luxuries. who are buy- Lox every gift ing gifts for the women Brand-New Spring| Frocks! For Holiday Wear Every woman wants a new Frock for wear during the holiday season —and we are placing on sale a col- lection of the prettiest of the new models for Spring— Beautiful New Colors! Smart New Models! Rich New Silks! Effective New Trimmings! Marked at a Special Price! ‘14 All Sizes for Women and Misses Second Floor when possible $3832288882882¢ to do so. son now approaching many men will need a Tuxedo. Cornwell Groéeries Of course, Cornwell's is first of all a Grocery House— specializing on those brands which everybody recognizes to be the best—equipped to supply the family table or the festive occasion with commodities or delicacies. e - Expertly tailored of fine quality unfi steds by one of the best and most favo makers, In the newest approved n and silk sleeve lining. % This is a spler b s —Palais Reyal, Main Floor. D (o= Cornwell Confec.tl'ons Are so firmly established in the public's appreciatio}: that you wil’ approve the improved facilities with which we can serve you. The Delicatessen It's possible now to broaden the scope of this feature— making the assortment of ready-to-serve delicacies ample to meet every individual demand. every day. The Fountain It's something more than a Soda Fountain. We are dispensing the popular beverages—and many novelty drinks—and ices and creams in a variety that leaves you free to follow your own taste and inclination—all served with scrupulous cleanliness. And the Tea Room What a splendid success that has been during the short week it has been in operation. y 7 Many Christmas Ties for Men! 50c to $3.50 No matter what kind of a tie mind, you’re mighty apt to find it an assortment which seems almost endless. and knitted ties. Slip bands and open ends. carefully and neatly box them if you desi Palais Royal—Main Floor e S R A SR I R Gifts That Women Will Like—at Special Prices Umbrellas Silk Hose Perfect quality Bl Temem, 1) chokoedt fine Glove Silk, in four colors; some with ten~ “full-fashioned rib frames; smart club han- model. Black and dlgs; every ome perfect,. Spe< ~ $3.98 of lace effects. Street Floor We have hit upon the idea of providing daily three attractive menus—at specific prices. The Sandwich Luncheon for 35c—the Salad Luncheon for 50c—and the Hot Luncheon for 60c. Coffee. Tea or Chocolate being served with each. The men folks, as well as the ladies, are finding it a convenient place to lunch and we aim to make the service cxceedingly prompt—so as not to waste your time in needless waiting. Now 1329 G Street. We have moved for good reasons, as you see—and to good advantage, as is being proven every day. A store can only be as good as its service and Cornwell's in this move has made the changes necessary to make its service as nearly perfect as is humanly possible. U Gloves In a Sale $1 An Interesting Sale at Prices Le: Kayser Chamoi- sette Gauntlets; tun-back cuffs. All colors 98(: and sizes. Street Floor Special. ., Silk Underwear Envelope Chemise, of per- fect cut and excellent gual- ity Silk Crepe; $l'98 lace trimmed or Street Floor Handkerchiefs 81,50 Street Floor Bath Robes Excellent Blanket Robes, of new designs and colorings. Cut long and full; Christmas Considerably Than Regular! s Most mothers know value of these Blou materials are Woven Madras, Rayon Woven M Rayon Madras, Tan, Blue and White Oxford CI $5.75 $5.35 f $3.75 I $4.95 $1.15 2 $1.95 4 Boys’ Boxed Knitted Ties; just like Dad's. A large assortment to choose from. bt g ©! Costume Slips ‘Treco wear; plaited flounces; ©of the meason’s best color- ings; roomy model. Special, $2.98 Street Floor “Bestyette” Raincoats with Sou'wester Hats. Tan shade Other guaranteed Raincoats with Sou’wester Hats at Black Raincoats, Respectfully, 'G. G. Cornwell & Sons Yellow Slickers, Boys’ Indian Play Suits, complete. Nicely boxed, at Round and = square shapes; com- binations of brilliant col- Boudoir .Caps Sik, trimmed with lace ruffles; all delicate colors. Neatly boxed. 98¢ Boys’ Cowboy Suits, complete. . 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