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LEAGUE TO PRESS ! Headquarters Here and Branches Throughout the Country Is Plan. | The Thomas characterized as g turn to the fund upon which this G tablished, from which the has drifted in recent yea en incorporated in the Di; olumbia and h: vernment was | the other purely at random. Of a thou s | sand {nsects sent through the device, THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 1926. Device to Detect Insects Preferred Odors Developed by U. S. Expert Insects, like folks, follow their|But when he draws through one of when the latter organs are '::‘xe tl;rnnchos n:: od::r r;‘r u(:me(hlng ,}:e S ard e hle w | thinks may attract the insects, the pointed toward the dinner table. N.|onfS ¥ WTUEE e tReccts, the . McIndoo of the Bureau of Entomol- | do like it. they will ali turn down the Department of Agriculture, tells | branch through which the enticing of @ simple device he has invented,|odor comes. If they are Indifferent, which he calls an “insect olfacto:| they continue to divide equally at the meter,” that enables him to learn the | crossroads as before. If they are re- odors that insects like, so that he | pelled by the odor, of course they go ma later devi: proper baits for|down the side through which only traps or for poison dishes pure air is being drawn. The ‘“olfactometer’” consists simply | Mr. McIndoo has been testing the of a Yshaped tube. Into the|device chiefly with extracts made bottom of th: MeIndoo puts | from the cotton plant, to try out the his insect, which will normally walk |boll weevil, and with various chemi- ahead until it reaches the fork in the | cals designed to tempt the Japanese road, when it will choose one path or | beetle. Lately also potato-plant ex- tracts have been used, in an effort to learn what it is that constitutes their five hundred would probably take one | fatal attraction for the striped potato noses BERNSTORFF PLANS TO QUIT PUBLIC LIFE Will Resign From Reichstag, He Says, When Germany Enters League of Nations. By the Associated Press. BERLIN, January 27.—Count Joa- hann Heinrich von Bernstorff, former German Ambassador to the United States, who has been selected as Ger- man representative ‘on the prepara tory commission on the league's dis. armament conference, told the Asso- clated Press vesterday he intends to resign from the Relchstag as soon as Germany enters the League of ) tions. He has been a member of the Reichstag. sitting as a Democrat from Schleswig-Holstein, since 1921, for the League of Nations idea. As chalrman of the German League of Nations Soclety and officer of similar organizations, T am kept more than busy. These duties, together with the management of my personal affairs, make service in the Relchstag too onerous.” GRANTS BRIDGE PERMIT. Bill in Senate Authorizes Construc- tion Across Potomac. A bill authorizing the Washington and Loughborough Belt Line and to construct a bridge tomac River between v, Md., and Fair- . Va., was introduced in yesterday afternoon hy Senator Curtis of Kansas. It was re- ferred to the committee on commerce for_consideration. The bill sets forth that the bridge shall be located at a polnt half a mile D. C. MEASURE HIT. The District Commissioners today recdmmended unfavorable action by the House District committee on a bill to regulate the sale of kosher meat in the District, on which measure the subcommittee on the judiclary already has acted unfavorably: The Commissioners explained the bill seeks to Impose upon some mer- chants who sell meat ir the District certain religious practices or customs that are prescribed in the “orthodox Hebrew ritual.” All meats and other food products offered for sale in the District are subject at all times to in- spection by representatives of the Health Department and when anv such products are found to be unwholesome or unfit for human consumption they are promptly condemned and d posed of. . The Commissioners therefore do not believe that the passage of this bill would afford any greater protec- | tion to the food supply of the District and are unable, therefore, from the | STATE SENATOR DEAD. Harris of Pennsyivania Widely In- terested in Theatricals. PITTSBURGH, PA., January 27 (#). —State Senator John P. Harris, died suddenly yesterday at Harrisburg. He had theatrical fnterests in several tes, Including Pennsylvania, Dela- ware, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia. He was also a director of the Pittsburgh base ball club, owner of the Pittsburgh Pirares. Senator Harris was affiliated with numerous clubs here and citles, including the s’ Club and the “atholic Club of New York | because it does not show. 21 FOR BURNING ECZEMA Apply Zemo, the Antiseptic Liquid—Easy to Use When applied as directed Zemo ef- fectively removes Eczema, quickly stops itching and heals skin troubles. also Sor pensive antiseptic liquid, that is especially adapted for daytime use Ask your druggist for a small size 60c or large bottle $1.00. CASTENS’ FIRST tablished national | hranch and five hundred the other.' beetle. “I have heen in public life continu ously for 35 years,” the former Am bassador sald, 1 now I would like 1o lead a life uccording to my own tastes. All my energles in these later ‘ears have bheen devoted to wor [ YouThquickiyFradefor] Studebaker northwest of the northwest limits of the DI of Columbia. headquarters at Fifteenth and is planning branches thro t the country, according to announce ment by W. H. Lamar, its vice chair man, who was form i Assistant Attorney General and itor for the FREE ON THIRD TRIAL |12 EEATCEELE N SLAYING OF GIRL be dependent upon affiliation with any | e | political party,” it was stated, and|Joseph Enoch, 21, Had Been Sen- | women as well as men will be eligi- ble to membership. tenced to 20 Years for Murder at Richmond. standpoint of the public health, to find any necessi r CLEARANCE SALE of Trunks and Leather Goods | | quittal concludes one of the most con- | tested legal battles in the criminal his- * | tory of Virginia. Payne 71 Years Old. John Barton Payne, chairman of | the American Red Cross, was 71 vears old yesterday, and the mem- ers of the staff of the local head- quarters tendered him a reception there. James Fleser, vice chairman, | made the principal address, while | other members also spoke. Provisional Committee. Senator Thomas F. Bavard of Dela- ware is chairman of the provisional committea, which will have cl of the work of orgs stion v T.amar is vice chairman. and Wall Balderston. an attorney of this city, r. Other mem- 1] committee are Cabell Bruce of By the Associated Pres RICHMOND, Va.. Janu Joseph Enoch, one-time con |derer of Celin Shevick, Richmond school girl, is free. After remaining in nrison for two vears he was acquitted | vesterday by a Roanoke jury, which heard the evidence in the third trial of the case. When first tried, Enoch, then only 19 vears old. was found guilty and sentenced to serve 20 vears in the tate penitentiary. Th rdered 2 new tr 1212 TOPHAN ¢ ST. Last 3 Days of Sale! LUGGAGE AND LEATHER GOODS NOW REDUCED 10% to 33% Off The Regular Prices— B g Senator yiand 1. Ala: George Louis, Mo.: Bowers, edit nd author, Dr. Matthew Page An- nd author, Balti- Douglass, , and Wil- Baltimore, The incorporators, who are also bers of the provisional committee, ter C. Balderson, Charles W. ohn P. Miller and Grattan s of Washington, D. C. G ST. - Luggage: ews, histo able to agree on a verdict. OSHKOSH Wardrobe Trunks Fitted Traveling Cases Suit Cases Oxford Bags Kit Bags Hat Boxes Overnight Bags Fitted Cases Gladstones Brief Cases His ac- | FURNITURE RENTING FOR Household Receptions Drives Conventions Office Weddings 5,000 Folding_Chairs Always in Stock H. BAUM & SON 464 Pa. Ave. N.W. Main 9136 BGasty Cocoa and Delicious (Chocolate (Cake BAKER’S Cocoa = Chocolate Delightful foods and beverages of high quality, pure and healthful. WALTER BAKER & CO. Ltd. ESTABLISHED 1780 DORCHESTER, MASS. CANADIAN MILLS AT MONTREAL Booklet of Choice Recipes sent free. Purpose to Be General. Parties urpose of the league Entire Stock of Novelties and Ladies’ Handbags at One-fourth (14) Reduction CASTENS LEATHER GOODS For 35 Years With Becker's 1314 G St. N.-W.—City Club Building Phone Main 2568 means 2 v attempt to impo gio | the election or selection of any pub lic official. | gt bt bt bbb bbb bbb bbb e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e s CLUB IS ENTERTAINED. Member Takes Burlesque Role at WASHINGTON’S LEADING FLORIST “Say It With Flowers Say It With Ours!” | Luncheon Meeting. } ntertainment was provided for the | Advertising Club at its the City Club | elinger, a_mem. | who took a burlesque Tole. The meeting was arranged by Mor- | S nd ¢ Mr. For Dinners, Teas and Entertainments Arrange with Gude for an appropriate floral setting. Potted plants, center- pieces, flower baskets, ferns, palms, etc. GUD Two Stores for Your Convenience 1212 F St. N.W. 1102 Conn. Ave. Member of Florists’ Telegraph Delivery Association K the meeting will be con- | ducted by the Better Business Bureau. Lounis Rothschild, director of the bu- reau, will preside. e or two “Casca- any time to ildly stimulate your liver and start your bowels. Then you { will feel fine, your head becomes clear, stomach aw tongue pink and skis h rosy. Notii.; sise cleans, swestens and refreshen the entire sys i complete their full month, &Nt harmless, candy-like “Cascare v eheeks cannot be dishursed They never gripe, overact, or sicken. they give . full month of Directions for men, women, children on each box—drug stores D. C. Pay Checks Saturday. \ll employes of the District gov- ernment_except policemen and_ fire- will receive their pay checks ay, it was announced today District building. The two -4 departments will not be | i until Monday. Policemen and are required to work on BROS. CO. Wbl bl e e b e until mervice. — EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE Philipsborn WAL LR REDUCTIONS A Group of Wonderful Fur Coats —tremendously underpriced 119 The collection is made up of popular Natural Muskrat, Sealine (dyed coney) and American Opossum Coats — all selected skins. Skillfully made and effectively fashioned. Both self-trimmed and trimmed with contrasting furs. = RN A Choosing navy crepe for the skirt— and nude crepe for the blouse—an in- genuous designer has cvolved a frock of immense charm. Navy silk braid, and stitching of silver—$35. (Women's Section, Third Floor.) an model, we call it—for the cunning red turbaned man pinned on this navy crepe frock is Riff-like in costume. Trimmings of red and orange crepe—$35. Other Climaxing Specials: Jole——=—alal——=a|a| ——=lale=———0 |0l |0 | —=|o|—— 2 |o|——=| | ——=]n| Cocoa Caracul Coats, with fox collar and cuffs. Reduced to ; Platinum Caracul Paw Fur Coat, with fox collar and cuffs. Reduced to . ... Silver Muskrat Coats, fox collar or collar and cuffs of dark Redacl:;stl;m.t:....‘.. .........................................3165 3225 (Misses' Section, Third Floor) Natural Raccoon Coat in the smart sports model. REdUCE 0] - c.cslomeisins sowsososslomeneimnione - Hudson Seal (dyed muskrat) Coats; dyed fitch collar and cuffs. Reduced to .... B e IRSRIOREC. © ) POy o A N RO - Furs are at their lowest price level NOW—and if you have in mind buy- ing a Fur Coat next year—take advantage of the present opportunity. A modest deposit will reserve any selection for a reasonable time. Third Floor A Pair, But Not Two of a Kind—At ‘35 It pleases us to hear our ‘dresses described as “so entirely different.” We've tried to make this a salient point. Showing only one dress of a kind in each color. And selecting dresses that are the last word in line and material. Dresses that cost only $35 here—but which $35 can buy, here only. 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