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KISUSTORD MEHCD N CRISS Mission Board Official Says ORCHESTRA CONCERT. At the Band Auditorium, Ma- vine Barracks, Eighth and 1 strests southeast, tonight at 7:30 o'clock by the United States Navy Band Orchestra, Charles Renter, leader. March, “Erin Go Bragh.” De Witt “Innisfalien,” Koppitz Overture, Irish, Y. W. AND Y. M. H. A. HEADS WILL MEET TOMORROW Reports to Be Submitted to Reveal Progress in Annual Minstrel Show Plans. Holding its final meeting before the annual election of officers, the exec- STAR, WASHINGTON, Adlai Mann has written and is direct- ing this year's show. In the cast are several who starred in last year's production. These include Lee Katz, interlocutor; Mike Jolson and Lilllan Friedmai NEW YORK, March 16 (#).—Gus- tave F. C. Hillmann, 88 years old, who assisted in designing the Monitor, of Civil War fame, died vesterday In D. C.,” WEDNESDAY, TWO DIE SUDDENLY. Unidentified Man and Hotel Guest Vietims of Heart Disease. Police recorded the deaths of two men—one unidentified—from heart disease yesterday. Martin N. Nixon, 24 years old, guest at the Capitol Hotel, 329 Pennsyl- vania avenue, was found unconscious MARCH 17, 1926, cate of death from heart diseise. Po- lice notified a brother, William R. Nixen of Dayton, Ohio. An unidentified man died at a room- ing house at 1308 1, street. The hodv was discovered by Mrs. Mary Higgins, proprietress. Dr. Porton of Emer- gency Hospital pronounced the man dead on his arrival. The body is at the District Morgue. The deceased was unknown to persons in the house except am an occasional named Stevens. ing a dark blue suit. roomer | collar, hiue bow tie and law tan shoes. He was about 50 years old, 5 feet, 10 inches in height and 190 pounds in weight. smooth face, dark hair and was wear- white rubber He had a utive boards of the Y. M. H. A. and Y. W. H. A. will meet tomorrow night to hear reports on the progress of the annual minstrel show. to he given by the associations March 24 and 25. David Wiener, president of the Y. M. H. A. and newly elected head of the Middle Atlantic States "Y' Federa- tion has called for reports trom Joseph Norman, general chairman; Samuel || Lenkin, in charge of the program committee, and Louis Goldberg of the floor committee. The eleventh annual minstrel show will have a cast of 35 voung men and women, many of om have taken part in previous * entertainments, in his room by a clerk, and died be- fore medical assistance could reach him. Coroner Nevitt issued a certifi- Brooklyn. He was the designer of many vachts, the hest known belng ahal, for John Jacob Astor. Grand scenes from the opera, “Martha™ .. Flotow An auld Irish air, “London- derry” (“Would God T Were the Tender Apple Blossom.") Excerpts from the romantic rish operetta, “Eileen." ! Herbert Two numbhers from “A Chinese Suite’ @ “To erie. (b) “Patrol of the Boxers.” Capric talien,” Tschalkowsky Fantasia. “Old Folks at Home and in Foreign Lands.' Roberts (Way Down Upon the Swanee Ribber,” France, Scotland. - Germany, Ireland, Spain, Hun- — gary, Ttaly.) ' Calles Needs Support in Reform Movement. By the Associated Press. CHICAGO, March much misunderstanding in the United States regarding the purpose of the present Mexican government and the condition of affairs in Mexico, In the opinion of Dr. R. E. Diffendorfer of New York, of the hoard of foreign miesions of the Methndist Episcopal Church, who arrived in Chicago today. He has just returned from Mexico, | going there to study the religious | question What Mexico needs, the churchman tendly help of America | nyv embarrassment of ernment by with- 17 There ix Lotus Flower,” rev- and Pale '0 GINGER qlional " a YOU’LL want that genuine gingery flavor—w ith its zip and sparkle—so remem- ber when ordering—to call for National Ginger Ale. You can’t get the same satisfaction out of any other brand. 7/ b Fortify yourself against colds Bedily warmth and resistance to cold come from the stored up energy that only well balenced, 100% digestible foods can give. QSHREDDED WHEAT econtains all the elements of a perfect food to give you health, strength and vigor. QBRAN, CARBOHYDRATES, PROTEINS, SALTS and VITAMINES —all these elements are found in Shredded Wheat—all in the balance that Nature previded for in her perfect natural food —whole wheat. O Build brain, bone and energy, easily, conveniently and pesitively with one delightful Shredded Whole Wheat meal every day. O For a warm, comfy meal pour hot milk over two Shredded Wheat Biscuits, adding 8 little cream. Salt or sweeten to suit the taste. Shredded Wheat all the Bran of the Whole Wheat A itee FURNITURE : RENTING FOR Household Receptions Drives | Conventions Office Weddings 5008 Folding Chairs Always In Stock H. BAUM & SON 464 Pa. Ave. N.W. Main 9136 drawal, and m t . v 7 Parties Service Commis- said: “The efforts of the p Mexican govern- ment 10 re t the countusy sociallv and economically and to establish 4 nation wide publie school system against tremendous odds be and com- hy and |Lndy Catheart's Play to Be Taken Offt Stage After Brief Run. LONDON. March 17 (#).—The Daily vs that Lady Cathcart's play, * * will be withdrawn from the London stage Saturday. The play had its first presentation night. For sale hy hottle or case at grocers and deli- catessens, Served at Fountains, Clubs and Cafes. Guggenheim Co.—209 Eleventh St.—Main 7637 | sion should mended liberty-loving appreciated every resulting t's attempt to of the constitution eparates all schools has stirred the itement said. the Govern- Diffendorfer reported, entire country ‘e have ment and give every pos id in the education and train ing of an intelligent group of people whe will participate honestly and effectively in a democratic govern ment.” LEGION POST HAS QUOTA. Costello Unit Plans to Celebrate | Success With Banquet. ! Henry M. Jeit. headquarters detec- | tive, was elected vice com-| e Two materials—but both gray—felt and grosgrain ribbon—and taffeta and belting ribbon—combine to top the mode in two chic Hats. $15, $18.50. Millinery Saction. Third floer. Gray Lace and Gray Felt —an inconsistent. but charming combination— is seen in the large cape- line, sketched, $20. Miltinery Section. Third fionr. n. at : the District Building A special election was held created by the Hare. Mr, Jett commander to | 1nn for the h . and an elec- tion 1o fill the junior office will be held at the next meeting of the post, April & The pest authorized a committee | headed by Maj. Daniel J. Donovan to prepare and present to the widow of George Wallace, former water regis. | r of the District, a resolution ex- pressing sympathy and condolence of the ex-service men on the “loss of a stanch friend.” Arrangements for a banquet to cele- brate the attainment of the post quota for 1926 were assigned 1o a committee with instructions to confer with Capt Julius 1. Peyser, department com-| mander. regarding his offer to obtain arrangements for the affair at the Racquet Cluh and to report at the next meeting. Comdr. Thomas D. Walsh presided. Adjt. William F. Franklin announced that the membership committee had received 264 paid-up memberships for the current year, being just 6 below the quota assigned. and had pledges which would place the post over such quota within a weel JOHN BULL DEAD. London Waiter, Known to Hun- dreds of Americans, Dies, LONDON. March 17 (#).—Ona of the best known waiters in London, John Bull of the Cheshire Cheese in Fleet street, died yesterday at the age of 60 He was a familiar figure {0 hundreds of American tors to London, he- cause of his quaint wit and his phys ical resemblance to the traditional figure of John Bull. John Bull was his real name. Woodward X Wotheoy -10th, 11th, F and G Streets | Introducing *Three Exclusive and Smart ENGLISH HATS The Lido The Teddington The Jane Wandl This aristocratic color in costuming is endorsed by Paris as one of the smartest for Spring and is presented to the fastidious clientele of Woodward . & Lothrop, in infinite variety—providing a be- coming shade for every type—ranging in tone from the soft pink-gray of a dove’s wing and the gray of the pussy willows, the soft gray of the clouds. to the glittering blue-gray of steel in suits, coats, dresses, hats and slippers to suit one's indi- viduality. Women's Gray Frocks, $25 to $39.50 Misses’ Gray Frocks, $19.50 to $39.50 Gray Gowns, from the Walnut Room $49.50 to $115 Women’s Gray Coats, $49.50 to $150 Misses’ Gray Coats, $35 to $125 Women’s Gray Suits, $25 Misses’ Gray Suits, $25 to $49.50 Gray Hats, $15 to $25 Gray Shoes, $12.50 Women's Apparsl Section, Third floor. Migses' Appurel Saction. Fourth fiaor. Millinery and Shos Sections. Third floor. ‘ Quilted Gray Frost Crepe Coat, with inverted tucked full sleeves, squir- rel collar and cuffs and flowing tie. $150. Women's Coat Section. Third ficor. Gray Oxford Cloth—the height of smartness in a gray mannish suit, single breasted and braid-bound coat. $49.50. Misses' Suit Section. Fourth floor. $3.50 Philadelphia $3.25 Chester $3.00 Wilmington AND RETIRY SUNDAY MARCH 28 Special Train leaves Washington (Union Station) 330 am gton 10:05 am.. Chestar am Inhia, Broad Streat.10:50 Gray Crepe Elizabeth combined with gray sil- ver lace in flowing, grace- ful lines—the smart gown for formal afternoon wear. $59.50. Walnut Room. Third floor. Rows of new smartness is seen in the smart Gray Crepe Elizabeth Frock— sketched below—made of rows of crepe over a hody of coral satin. $39.50. Misses' Dress Saction, Fourth fleor, The Lido, for smart golf, riding, sports, street and all-'round; bor- deaux and other new shades, $12.50. leaves Rroad Street Sta- vm.. West Philadel- B two days preceeding - Rundavs froatiyl T S e Pennsylvania The Standard Railrond of the World [ ) T — "'fl Teddington, in 74 perle visca, fashion’s ‘ newest straw—in one of the clever new shapes, $15. The Jane Wandl, our exclusive hat, in bois de rose—and many other smart: colors, $12.50. England, famous for its spnrt;— and famous alike for its sports- fashions—designed these three smart new English Hats. And our millinery buyer, just returned from abroad—selected them, with the smart American woman in mind, who wears the sports-type for street as well—and so, you may make your selec- tions from this collection of smart hats—adaptable to sports, street, town and country wear. : o .. Gray Kid—makes a graceful A SenSItlve one-strap pump—with underlay of darker gray kid. $12.50. throat is always a danger point. Keep it as free as possible from germs. § Carry a bottle of Formamint with you, and whenever you are exposed to disease, to dust, to dampness or to cold, slip one of these canvenient, pleasant-tasting, antiseptic tablets into your mouth. Formamint protects you as no spray or gargle can because it en- ables you keep up your fight against throat germs all day, wher- ever you are. All druggists. ormamint GERM-KILLING THROAT TABLETS ! 4 - As the above pump is the cor- rect complement of the after- noon costume—the gray kid tie is suited to the tailored cos- tume. $12.50. Women's Shoe Section, Third fioer. Toodward & Loth: 10th, 11th, F and G Streets FELTS AND STRAWS IN THE NEW COLORS The Lido, $12.50 The Jane Wandl, $12.50 The Teddington, $15 and $18.50 Other English Hats, $7.50