Evening Star Newspaper, December 12, 1924, Page 5

NANDAMUS ACTION JAKEN FROM COURT Accounting Office Employes Withdraw: Personnel Board Suit. 20 other em- today with- suit for a mandamus which | some weeks ago against the assification Board to com- allocation to grade 5 of the drew the they filed » employes claimed that althouzh clerks did the same class of work, « board had attempted to divide them three classes instead of allocat- £ them all to the one clas: The \'21:«-‘ S sC I\Nlu]-d for hearing this morning | Justic tafford, but Attorneys | & Cutting for the employes | ceided not to proceed Although no reasons were set orneys for the plaintiffs| the suit, Loren H.| rman o the depart- | classification protest commit- who has been helping fight the, »f the auditing clerks, today public letter he had written recently to esident 1g ich it is ¢ con- | clerks | of the omprom to “withdrawal” mandamus suit 2 view Changed “Pay Basis.” Mr. Wittne ted to the Pr dent the history of the difficulty be- iween the auditing clerks and the T el Classification rd, charg- ing t on account allocations under i D of a yer cent of tl loe: i- of basis of q“‘ of Wittner said, i voard consider another compro- | . placing 30 per cent in grade 5 | ) per gent in grade 4.7 | *Another compromise offered,” he | s be allo- | provision | of the . so that no over- | will a | ssal, But the compromise of compromises is reached when the hoard intimidates the clerks Ly saying that if the court holds that | the B Mr was to make positions should be allocated | e, that grade not being , all will be capriciously al- ated to de 4.” Compromises Suggested. Mr. Witt: s that among the compromi ed by the board was one e suit should be withdraw the employes, the board would allocate half the clerks in grade 5 and half in grade 4 President is told that the per- | el classification board should be| hed, “not only as a matter of equity, but from the higher prineiple | f ethical treatment of all pub] servants in_the Government service. Senator Smoot of Utah is attack- by Mr. Wittner for his “scheme simonious retrenchment in the of economy,” which the writer “has always forced the board <h the Bureau of Efficiency and u of the Budget representa- ider the former pay basis TWO POLICEMEN INJURED. | Two members of the motor com- | mand of the »nd precinct were in- cluded ng the victims of ye! W. A S ircle, was | vement as a result een his motor cycle | £ Mrs. Gertrude | Va. He re-| ceived injuries to his chest and knee. W MW re_was dxreoflnl.'l s Circle when he down by the '\ulumnhlle] OF Charles A, Hawley, 2508 Wi oodley | place. He sustained an injury to his | left foot. Neither fnjured policeman | was given hospital treatment. Other persons injured in traffic ac- cidents yesterday were: Vincent B. X Charles H. econd street; 2 Thirty-first arter, colored, 40, 462 | @fi-@@ Phone Columbi 1Sth and Colun The expressive kind, in new and unique designs. Both Stores: 1340 G St. 1222 F St. Open Evenings Consult the Christmas Suggestion Column Every day there is printed in The Star Classified Section a col- umn under the head of Suggestions for Christ- You will find it a solution for perplexed questions of what to give—and also a clue to where you can buy it. SENATE GETS TWO NEW DISTRICT MEASURES Would Provide for Street Widen- ing and Transfer of Needed Land. Two bill of importance to the Dis- trict, recommended by the Commis- sioners, w introduced in the Senate today by Senator L. Heisler Ball, chairman of the Senate District committee. One transfers jurisdiction over the United States reservation at First |and O streets southeast to the Com- missioners and the other provides for a change in condemnation proceed- ings in the widening of First street northeast. The Commissioners re- quent that these ‘bills be introduced and enacted. The land at First and O streets adjoins the sewage pumping station of the District of Columbia and is at present in control of the chief of engineers of the United States Army. The new bill for the widening of First street is made nec Commissioners flaw in condemnation ||rn edings in the old one. They point out that un- der authority of the old act ings were begun but failed | the inability to secure testimony that the benefits would equal the amount of two-thirds of the damaxe vided in the law. say, proceedings The new ay, were abandoned. bill is similar except that the provision in regard to purchase for assessment of benefits is changed and provides that the asse: ments shall be in such amount as the jury may find the property benefited. The Commissioners express the opin- ion that the widening of First street t of Union Station, between G and st, is of great e the present nt for traffic needs action is taken soon the expense of proceedings will in- crease because of the probability of buildings being erected” along the present line of the street. width is insuffic and that unl POLICE WITNESSES IN “THIRD DEGREE” Assistant Superintendent the Police Department today fied before the grand jury i tion to the charges of “third degree" method: v the police. He told that he investigated the charge of Arthur A. D: s of alleged mistreatment by members of the force while Davis was a %risoner at the seventh pre- cinet. As a result of his inquiry, the police official declared, preferred before the police tri: and the case is still pending before that tribuna Lieut. J. W. Pierson, who is said to have been in charge of the precinct on the night of Davis' arrest, gave his version of the matter to the grand jurors. Policemen Carroll, Proctor, Milstead and Robinson of No. 7, and Policeman J. F. Gawen of the third precinct, who are charged by Davis with assaulting him also witnesses before the grand jury. Twelve other witne: including several women, were summoned by Assistant United States Fihelly, who is in charge of the thiri degree inquiry, to testify in defen of the accused officers. after | | throwing a sack over his head, were Attorney | THE EVENING CHIEAEN DISEASE PROBE 1S STARTED Department of Agriculture Acks Snecimens of Em- bargoed Poultry. The Department of Agriculture has asked New York authorities for specimens of poultry declared to be Qiseased, shipped there from the Mid- dle West and agalnst which the State has declared an embargo. Specimens from Chicago have been examined by officials of the Bureau of Animal Industry, who today sald the disease was caused by an un- known germ. It is generally described as infectious bronchitis, and is con- tracted mainly while the poultry fs in transit or in fattening pens. The specimens from New York are expected to show whether any other disease is causing poultry deaths there. DISEASE WIDESPREAD. Middle West Particularly Hard Hit—Losses to Farmer Heavy. By the Associated Press. CHICAGO, December 12.— The strange disease, which yesterday causéd the New York City health de- partment to declare an embargo on live chickens from North Dakota South Dakota, Missourl, Kansas, I linois, Indiana, Iowa and Nebraska, has spread throughout many sections of the United States, but is especially prevalent in the Middle West, poul- men attending the national poul- show here, said last night. The cause of the ailment, which in almost every case proves fatal, is not known, according to A. F. Philips, professor of poultry husbandry at Purdue University. It settles at the base of the windpipe, which becomes congested, causing death by strangu- lation. The disease is contracted when the chickens are in transit or while they are being fattened for sale in poultry market feeding batteries. disorder has been variously “flu’” “diphtheria” and “pneu- said Mr. Philips. (1924 Crop) 80c Value 10 lbs. for $6.50 100 Ibs. for $60.00 While They Last Mail Orders Given Prompt Attention The Creole Shop 1421 Penn. Ave. N.W. For Men Interested in Appearances Parker-Bridget Tuxedo, $40.00 When a new Tuxedo enters your wardrobe, you expect it to stay for quite a while. The Parker - Bridget Tuxedo does not go out of style—the cloth is so good, the styling is in such good taste. Other Tuxedo Suits ° 350 to'$75 Evening Wear Accessories Putting on your Tuxedo is not all there is to being correctly turned out for an evening func- tion. You'll need— Black Stetson Derby, $7.00. The black soft felt or black yelour is equally appropriate. Black and White Muffler, $5.00. T u x edo Waistcoats, $6.50 to $12.00. Black or white, single or double breasted. Dress Shirts, $3.50. Stud Sets, $3.50 to $13:50: % Gray Mocha or Suede Gloves, $5.00. Bannister Dress Ox- fords, $10.50. _STAR, WASHINGTON, POLIGEMAN SUSPENDED AFTER AUTO COLLISION E. C. Middleton’s Machine Collides ‘With Car Parked at Curb; Demands Trial by Jury. Elmer C. Middleton, member of the police force, residing at 221 B street northeast, was driver of an automo- bile that collided with another ma- chine parked near North Capitol and D streets last night about 10:30 o'clock. Both machines were dam- aged. Middleton was arrested on charges of driving while under the in- fluence of liquor and transporting intoxicants, it being alleged that he had a half-pint bottle containing a small quantity of liquor in his posses- sion when arrested. He was suspend- ed from duty. Carroll Herbert, 1005 I street gouth- east, was arrested last night on a charge of driving his machine while under the influence of liquor. His car collided with another similar vehicle parked in front of 39 B street and slightly damaged it. Policeman Middleton pleaded not guilty in Police Court to the charge of driving while Intoxicated and de- manded a jury trial. Bond for his appearance was fixed at $500. The charge of transporting liquor was dropped. Herbert also demanded a jury trial on the charge of driving while in- toxicated, colliding and leaving after colliding. The court fixed his bonds at $500, $100 and $100 respectively. Organ Recital Postponed. Henry H. Freeman, organist and choir director of St. Paul's Church, Rock Creek Church road, announces the postponemeNt of the organ recital origi- nally planned for Sunday afternoon to Sunday, January 11, at 4 p.m. D.. HUSBAND REVIEWS IMMIGRATION LAWS Commissioner Tells Forum Progress of Restriction of 43 Years. Reviewing the progress of fmmi- gration legislation, particularly with reference to restrictive immigration, W. W. Husband, commissioner gen- eral of immigration, told the City Club Forum this afternoon that the United States by the 1924 immigra- tion law is apparently committed to a policy whereby it safeguards its ewn needs without great regard to the needs of other nationals. Mr. Husband said he was not pre- pared to declare that this was right or wrong, pointing out that begin- ning. with 1927 immigration into the United States will be limited to 150,- 000 persons a year, but added that this was apparently the policy the Government had émbarked upon. Pos- sibly, he said, there will come a time when this figure will be too high and there may also come a time when as many as 500,000 or even more im- migrants may be deemed desirable. Present Law Humane. The commissioner general said that the Immigration law of 1924, under which the Immigration Bureau now operates, I8 much more humane than the old law, even though it permits a smaller proportioh of immigrants to come into this country. He sald immigrants must obtaln visas from American consuls at the port of em- barkation before they can ship on [s[——=[ol———|a/c———=lalc——=]0] O o] AL Nine out of ten householders have wasted fuel by not using the right fuel for their particular plants. We are Authorities on Coal and Heating Plants and stand ready to advise what economy and efficiency. coal to use for the sake of Clean Coal—Quality Coal—Fairest Price R.J &M.C. 4th and F N.E. Linc. 233 Linc. 234 THE BOYS SHOP ON THE SECOND FLOOR OF THE P-B STORE 4 There’s only one thing a boy might pre- fer to a Patrick Sweater for Christmas— that’s a Patrick Mackinaw. Better make his Christmas complete by making it a complete Patrick Christmas. Boys’ Patrick Sweaters, $6.75 maroon, beaver and na grade school boys as well as high school fellows, various combinations. 6 to 10 years. Pull-over styles in gray, tan, Sizes for Other Patrick Sweaters $7.50, $8.50, $10.00 Patrick Mackinaws $15.75 Heather mixtures and plaids, in or boys Mackinazws, $18 For Boys, 12 to 18 Gift Suggestions—for the Boy Boys’ Juvenile Suits— $2.95 to $15.00 Boys’ Play Suits— $3.00 to $7.50 Three and Four piece Suits— $12.75 to $30.00 Mackinaws, all styles— $9.75 to $18.00 Boys’ Overcoats, all styles— $15.00 to $35.00 Boys' Raincoats, hats to match— .25 to $8.50 Sweaters, all styles and colors— $4.50 to $12.00 Boys’ Teck at $450 to $6.00 $150 to $3.00 $135 to $4.00 $1.00 to $3.50 Wool Socks $1.25 to $4.00 Scarfs. . $175 to $4.00 Belts and Buckies, 50c to $2.00 Neckties -50c to $1.00 Handkerchiefs, half dozen— $1.00 to $2.00 $100 to $6.00 3150 to $L65 Vests ... Pajamas Shirts Blouses . . Shoes for Boys editions of Dad’s six dollars. Juvenile New leathers and styles for Winter, Dark Tan Dress Shoes, Rubber Heels, $4.00 Tan Elk Blucher, Rubber Heels, $4.00 Official Headguarters for Boy Scout Equipment—A Barber Bill Shop Where Kiddies Enjoy a Haircut. a steamer fpr this country, thereby eliminating much of the heartache and disruption of family ties which heretofore took place at immigration ports in the United State The Secretary of State, the Secretary of Labor and the Secretary of Com--l merce, he said, are required by the 1924 law to make a survey of the nation- ality of every resident of the United States before 1927. On the results of this survey, he said, the percent- age of immigrants to come to this country after the beginning of the fiscai year 1227 will be computed with a total not to exceed 150,000 person: Mr. Husband reviewed the progre of immigration legislation from its inception in 1882 down to the pres- ent time. The commissioner general was in- troduced to the forum by Maurice Rosenberg, who declared that Mr. Husband had one of the most diffi- cult jobs in the Government service. — . Put Limit on Examination. Respecting the first examination of candldates for appointment in the United States forelgn service, under the get of May 24, 1924, which is to be held here during the week begin- ning January 12, 1925, the State De- partment today announced that, while applications will continue to be re- celved, no further designations for the January examination will be made after December 20. Sixty ap- plications are already on file and most of the candidates are in this city preparing for the January ex- amination. 1005 Pa. Ave. D.J.Kaufman LODGE BEQUEATHS $1,000,000 IN WILL Leaves Bulk of Estate to Son and Grandson, With Provision for Daughter. SALEM, Mass., December 12.—The estate left by the late Senator Henry Cabot Lodge was estimated at ap- proximately $1,000,000 yesterday at the probate court here, where his will was filed a few days ago. The bulk of the estate was left to his son, John Ellerton Lodge, and to his grandson, Henry Cabot Lodge, 2d, with provision also for Mrs. Con- stance Williams, his daughter. President Lewis to Speak. President Willlam Mather Lewis of George Washington University, is an- nounced to deliver the principal ad- dress befors.the Parent-Teacher As- sociation of Central High School, to be formally organized at a meeting in the school auditorium tomorrow eve- ning at 8 o'clock. Principal Kramer will also address the meeting, to which all parents of Central students and friends of tite school have been invited. 1724 Pa. Ave. Gifts Men Like Where women like to shop Mrs. Julia M. Eisenbeiss 513 G Street N.E. baby. Christmas time.” (Slgned) Julla To further add to Pipe 3.000 Good Shirts White,b Plain and Fancy: neckband and attache cl collars; 131 to 18. 500 Oregon City Virgin Wool O'COATS Money's Worth Mrs. Eisenbeiss “I've been dealing Dave' Kaufman since Joe was a little zels—also for you men. down—the “eatin’s” fine! ] | says: With & Ul’l clc time and all the M ElSCnbelSS. We Have Pretzels the joy and com- fort of you good lady shoppers. We have fine, crisp. salty Reading Pret- Come on This! 00 Each Not more than 6 to a customer $25 or Money Back D. J. KAUFMAN Inc. 1005 Pa. Ave. 1724 Pa. Ave. mmmmmwxmmmmmmm:mxmmmm FIRTTIIIIIIIITLILIILLLLIIIITIISIILIILLLLL: SOL HERZOG 9th and F Sts. XMAS THOUGHTS FOR XMAS SHOPPERS Below are just a few of the many, many items in this big store, which lend themselves to useful Christmas giving. £ % BLANKET BATH ROBES The. Season’s Smirtest Patterns SPECIAL Giving SPECIAL 169¢ 3 for $2 Berkley Knit Ties. $2.50 to_$3.50. Gates Mills * Biickskin ~ Gloves Adiers Mocha Gloves, 34. Felt aad Leather ippers. $1.50 o $2.50. Complets lizie of Novelty Jewelry in_attractive boxes for the Rolidays. Men’s I.en.her Bill Folds, gold mounted 50 553, Hickok Beits aad_Buckles tractively boxed for Christ- mas, $1.00, 32.00 and $3.00 complete. some ends, R ik and’ Wool Hose 3 Manhattan Shirts, B0t v Complete sizes on Duofold Un Tear. Union Suits, $3.85 Combiaation. On mbination Garter ™ Pand Sets in gif: boxes. 50c. Wool Sweaters, $4.95 to $11 in Madras, r populer materials, n's PI " Kerchiefs and other n the mewest x-unry" Hats, ;isoo o Stetson Hats, §' Hand Bags (nd Suit Busts S50 o $35. $2.00 to $5.00. ganst $1.50 to $10.00. Umbrelias, Guaranteed RADIUM SILK SHIRTS With Collars to Match $8.50 ALL COLORS SPECIAL We have taken from our regular stock small lots of Suits and Overcoats in the STYLEPLUS and other well known makes, and re- duced them for quick clear- ance to the unusually low price of— . 2 Evorything bozed that's boxable. We prepay parosls post anywhers W the United Statos, SOL HERZOG 9th and F Sts. .75 Seiaiiaii R sttt e R R R e ettt ettt R I Rt R A e e I T 2R Rees sttt e R e e sttt it Rt ettt et At