Evening Star Newspaper, March 19, 1926, Page 19

BLUE SERGES STAR. JOHNSON IS FREED N LIQUOR CASE Shields, Also Charged With Conspiracy, Acquitted in Criminal Court. 'RIDAY, - MARCH 19, 1926. House Takes Rest First Time Since Christmas Holiday By the Associated Press. For the first time in the present Congress, the Christmas recess ex- cepted, the House yesterday voted itself a holiday to last from ad- ffurnmem today until noon Mon- ay. Representative Tilson, Connecti- cut, the Republican leader, ex- plained that the legislative calen- dar was beginning to dwindle and REACH AGREEMENT ONLIBRARY PLAN Senate and House Conferees Decide to Turh Funds Into General Treasury. R their amendment: which: would have | and Virginia ehilaren attend loeal pulf} required all residents of Maryland and Virginia to pay fees for the with- drawal of books. They will recom- mend that the House accept the Sen- ate language, providing that out- siders who are employed or attend- ing school In the District may use the library without charge. Outsiders not employed or attending school here will pay the regular fees for books. Although the House conferees were successful in sustaining the amend- ment preventing the trustees from using directly the fees and penaltics for library maintenance, they ex- pressed the belief that such sums as the library may need for making change In the collection of fees and lic_schools. The Senate conferees aiso agreed.| with a slight modification, to t House amendment providing that in renting private quarters for branciy libraries the trustees shall he limits to “appropriations first made the I for.” This amendment merely mea that the library must obtain the ap- propriation before renting a branch building. The report of the conferees is ready?] for presentation to the Senate arfil House for ratification. The importapt feature of the bill is that it lays down basic law for the gradual expansion of the library system in order that reading material may be made avail able to all sections of the ci for the purchase of pamphlets, etc. could be provided for in the annual appropriation bill. Since this provision | ;nd Representatives Zihlman, Blan of the law will not become effective [ {on and Keller. 1927. , the library trustees will have an op o W e portunity to present these mainte Fond Farewells Differ nance items when the next set of g g e awell ; New nea fond farewells arw estimates are being prepared at the m":" h a way qufte different fromus the eustoms in most countries. There District Building. ; Se . the lover breaks a piece of chocolatn ERempe i S e and shares it with his sweetheart in. 1t is understod the House conferees |stead of kissing her. In the Philippine were prompted (o yield on the Islands the natives had the odd vigorously rubbing his cheek before leaving her. Japaness removes a slipper ves El"d:b\' not to change h: . while arrangement under which Maryland Easter $ Scarfs The smartest you ever You'll be proud 1o wear thene m the Fastqr fashion parade. Numerous brilliant colors and combinations Street Floor $5 and $6 Trimmed Easter Hats The conferees were Senators Cap that a day off wo uld not hurt per, King and Jones of Washington® Government interests. e ASKS AID IN ‘RUSH HOURS.’ ‘The Petworth Citizens' Association asked the Public Utilities Commis- sion today to order the Washington Rapid Transit Co. to provide addi- tional service in rush hours on the Iowa avenue and ‘Thirteenth street 3720 \'e have made elaborate plans al- ways to have on hand a complete stock of Sheldon Blue Serges. By which mean a size for every build. whether it's a 37 regular or a 46 stout. Some men like them with drapey others semi- some like them double breasted, don’t. Some want 2-button coats, some 3. It really doesn’t mat- ter the sort of model you have in mind—you’ll find we have it in stock. All at $37.50. We order so many Blue Serges from Sheldon that that splendid maker can help us keep the price down. Maj. James F. Johnson, former at- torney in the prohibition unit, and Daniel J. Shields of Johnstown, Pa., were acquitted last night by a jury in Criminal Division 2 of a charge of conspiracy to bribe clerks in the bu- reau to divulge confidential reports relating to the establishment of brew- eries 1n Pennsylvania in 1924, The accused claimed to have been “framed” by special agents of theland Potomac Park lines. prohibition unit who s overn- It also urged the ment money in the purchase of | declare the ' company's cy which was supplied to Maj. [ busses obsolete und order their re- on in this city and at Philadel- ement, and New York in an effort to hjm into connection with hields, Whom the agents claimed Wi ng for information furnished him lerk “The jury deliberated about five hours, and when its verdict was an- nounced the wife of Maj. Johnson smothered him with kisses, greatly The Senate and House conferees reached an agreement today on the differences between the two branches of Congress on the bill to provide for the development of the free public library system of the District. The Senate conferees agreed to the House amendment requiring that after July 1, 1927, all fees and penal- ties collected by the library shall be turned over to the collector of taxes and deposited in the Treasury to the credit of the District, instead of heing spent directly by the trustees of the library for maintenance. The House confer Easter Handbags + 1 '#8 A new group that would sell fop §2.98 if purchased under usual con- ditions. Genuine Leather Bags in pouch and underarm styles. Stunning. Black, red. green, tan and two tones. Street Floor until the end of the fiscal year we loose, vielded from clos coats, some Satisfaction Since 1859 INGS PALYL | 810818 Seventh Street .98 appear- ones saw Attorney ngton and stown. The conducted by As- States Attorney Fi ‘ution wa United 1Second Floor. ) MAN KILLED FOR $30,000. | Jeweler, Found Strangled. Believed Victim of Bootleggers. NEW YORK, March 19 (@) —A piece of rope was twisted tightly around the neck and body of Abraham Berney, dealer in jewelry and real estate, found dead vesterday in a new street in lonely Woodhaven, Queens. The police believe Berney was gar- rotted for the $30,000 he was said to have been carrving. It is believed he fell in with a gang of bootleggers, who took him fe a ride, killed him and took his bady to Woodhav 'fiiEHECHl’CO"FSTREET 9:15 to 6 P. Choose from numerous distinctive types of smart hats in hne straws, silk and combinations. Large, medium and small shapes in all colors and individually trimmea Extra large head sizes included. Tailored S_port Hats $1_89 Milan Hemp and Timbo Hats, in all shapes Street Floor—King's Palace Here's Your Easter Coat! Under Usual Conditions $ 2 5 They Would Be Priced styles are equally a< charming Store Hours: ES—————— R Milan hemp, hemp and embroidered silks in small and medium shapes All smartly stvled and trimmed. Children’s l"latsqIk R sl 98 and desirable styles. Bright colors and black All colors Mothers— Tomorrow—the logical day for securing daughter’s new lat, Coat or Dress—will be a busy one at Kafka's. The specially priced items listed below will assure that. [verything in this sale 1s NEW and FRESH merchandise offered at sale prices. With Easter but two weeks away, you should take advantage of these values. THE SHOP FOR YOUNG FOLKS AND YOUTHFUL APPAREL FOR EVERYWOMAN F a? Tenth St. Three Unusual Specials in Girls’ Spring Apparel Iizery one of the three specials is a distinctive offering—a value-giving iten: that carries with it an extra appeal on acount of the fact that you are not offered sales merchandise. but NEW ., CRISP APPAREL that we have just received. al prices that are cxtremely low. Come in carly for your share! - A Pre-Holiday at $35 and $45 Feature at S IS S S Twa are sketched. The other vou see them ¢ Poirctsheen and Sportive M o withi e lands ot ol <titching. Really You'll adere them the nsel bands and dainty ige. Scafeam Green, Gray Capri Blue, Miami Tan Sizes 16 to 44 Boyish Spring Suits $16.75 and $25 Fine Poiret Sizes 16 to 42. Girls’ Spring Coats $ 6 95 Here is a splendid group of new Spring Coats similar in every detail to the splendid values we offered in our Anniversary Sale. The price is un- usually attractive—the values more so! Twills and Novelty Tweed Mistures. Strikingly triz and nicely tailored Girls’ Silk Dresses 55.98 For Easter and aiter—Crepe de Chine Dresses in splendid quality. Full skirt effects, trimmed with ruffles and pan- els. Very girlish and smart. Pastel and dark colors. Spring Coats, 10.75 Sizes 7 to 14. In beautiful woolens and lovely colors. Hats for Girls $1.98 to $3.98 Second Floor £ — - Silk Hosiery For the Easter Fashion Parade ) $1.1'0 Slight seconds of the $1.65 grade. What more timely than this special . offering of Gossamer Chiffon Hos- | iery for your Easter costume? Silk feet, mercerized garter top. l Full Fashioned Sheer Chiffon Exquisite Colors \Materials Include Plaids, Mixtures and Novelty Cloths. Sizes 7 to 14 Years: SmartCoats forGirls $10.00 Coat values that have made our Children’s De- partment so popular, are to be found in this group- ing—all of the new style features in the most de- sirable fabrics. True, the assortment is excellent, but we advise an early visit. Materials Include Tweeds, Suedes, Plaids, Etc. There are Straightline, Cape-Back and Circular Models. Girls’ Easter Frocks $ 1 0.00 Chic and stylish silk frocks for girls 7 to 14 years. The price is extremely low when style and quality of material are considered. You must see these dresses to realize their true worth. Included are Fine Quality Canton Crepe, Crepe de Chine, Flat Crepe, Etc. Many are the new flare models. All the popular bright shades. Chlc‘ Easter Footwear $2 95 The newest—choicest styles for Spring see worn Easter Sunday and other days. Gray, Sauterne. Parchment, Black and Tan Patent and Calfskin. All heel hesghts. Second Floor—King's Palace the sort you will Kidskin, Satin, A Pre-Easter Feature! Get your boy a genuine stemsetting and stemwinding. guaranteed Lenox Watch “rea! —with the purchase of any suit at 8895 or u He this splendid timepicce with his new Easter suit e §R95 . Spring : Suits A very special group that ordina sells for $9.75 and $10.95. - English cut vest and coat. two pairs of fully lined pants—one in golf and one in regular knicker style. Lightf and dark patterns. Sizes 7 to 17. $14.75 and $16.50 Vest Suits 512.75 Four-picce English cut suits with golf and regular style knickers. Light and dark patterns or navy serge.. Sizes 8 to 18. Double- breasted suits—one pair of golf knickers and one pair of long pants in light mixtures or all-wool serge. Sizes 12 to 15. Other Suits, $10.95 to $21.50 Street Floor—Boys' Shop will apprecite Blush Parclment French Nude Peche Bois de Rose Sauterne Gun Metal Flesh Black Street Floor—King's Palace Noontight Opal pal Almond Bran Grain