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WARD CHEEF SOUCH INGRAFTINQUIRY Another Police Captain Is Held as Philadelphia Probe Widens. By the Associated Press. PHILADLEPHIA, September 25.— With two police captains under arrest charged with extortion, bribery and conspiracy to accept bribes from saloon- keepers and a Republican organization ward leader sought on a fugitive war- rant on similar charges, District Attor- ney Monaghan today promised further sensational developments in the grand dury investigation of bootleggers and their “rackets.” Capt. Charles W. Schoenleber, com- mander of an uptown police station, is the latest police official to be arrested. He was held under $15,000 bail for court after Joseph L. Ehrenreich, a lawyer, had testified that he had paid him $1,240 a month for the last six months as his share cf the $12,195 alleged to have been collected from a score of saloonkeepers at the direction of Mat- thew J. Patterson, Republican leader of the nineteenth ward and a member of the State House of Representatives. Patterson disappeared from his home ie:wrday a few minutes before detec- ives arrived to arrest him. Assistant District Attorney Schofield told Judge Lewis during Schoenleber’s hearing the ward leader had left in an automobile for parts unknown and that he would now be sought on a fugitive warrant. A number of saloonkeepers testified that they had paid $110 a month each for police protection from March 1 until August 15, BEITZEL FILES APPEAL FROM DEATH PENALTY California Man Sentenced for Mur- der of Common-Law Wife Gets Stay of Execution. By the Associated Press. LOS ANGELES, September 25— Sentenced to hang November 30 for the slaying of 19-year-old Barbara Mauger, his common law wife, Russell St. Clair Beitzel, formerly of Philadelphia, has given oral notice of appeal, and sev- eral months may elapse before the State Supreme Court hears the case. Beltzel took the sentencing yester- day stoically. He was found guilty last week after one of the shortest murder trials on record here. The girl presumably: died June 24 and Beitzel ‘Wwas arrested in August, following dis- covery of her body in a canyon. George Stoddard, Beitzel's attorney, stated the appeal would be based on allegations of incompetent defense by Beitzel's former attorney, Vernon R. Hamilton, who was expelled from the court and cited for contempt because :l’n nt:rdlneu in attending the trial ses- The appeal gave Beitzel a 10-da: gtay, after which he will be removez to San Quentin Penitentiary. HOGS’ SICKNESS LAID TO AMERICAN BARLEY German Officials Examine Food for Traces of Morbific Agent. By the Associated Press. BREMEN, Germany, September 25.— Investigation has been started of a mys- terious sickness which affected hogs after they had eaten American barley. Representatives of the federal min- istry of food and agriculture, the Prus- sian ministry of agriculture, domains and forests, the Senate of Bremen and the federal board of health are engaged in the inquiry, assisted by s number of experts. It was established that many hogs refused American barley while others became violently sick after eating it. Samples which were examined showed that the barley was perfectly fresh and contained neither metallic poisons nor bleaching agents. A more widespread investigation has now teen started to daterm..c whether there is any morbific agent in the barley. T e 300 MEN FIGHTING FIRE. LOS ANGELES, September 25 (#).— County authorities mobilized 300 men here early today and rushed them to Oak Flat, Los Angeles County's forest gllymund, where forest fires along a 5-mile front threatened to jump a flhuy and eat into the recreation a. It was reported here that high winds had caused the fires to spread lglong the wide front. Iron Cross Is Sent To Mark Grave of Quentin Roosevelt By the Associated Press. OSHKOSH, Wis., September 25— Theodore Borutzki’s name and his Iron Cross have been offered in a final gesture renouncing an allegiance to Germany. ‘Theodore, veteran of the German army of the World War, became a naturalized American citizen yester- day. He changed his name to Quentin Roosevelt in honor of the late President Roosevelt’s son, who was killed in France. The Iron Cross, which Borutzki won through valor and distinguished service, will go to France, where, affixed to a wreath, it will be placed on the grave of Quentin Roosevelt. CANADA WARRANT NAMES NORTHCOTT Murder Farm Suspect Waits | Arrival of Coast Officials in Vancouver. By the Associated Press. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sep- tember 25.—Formally charged with mur- der in a warrant issued by the Dominion of Canada, Gordon Stewart Northcott today awaited in Oakalla Prison arrival of authorities from Riverside, Calif, when hearings on extradition proceed- ings will be held. ‘The formal charge was lodged last night by the Dominion upon instruc- tions from United States authorities in Washington, asking that he be held pending extradition proceedings. The warrant cited that the youth is wanted for murder in Riverside, Calif., but did not name any victims. North- cott has been indicted by a California county grand jury, charged with hav- ing killed four boys on his father's chicken ranch. Harold 8. Tewell, United States con- sul here, expressed the opinion that Mrs. Sarah Louisa Northcott, mother of Gordon, held in Calgary on a charge of complicity in connection with one of the alleged murders, had also been served a Dominion warrant. Northcott was released from provin- cial jurisdiction when the warrant was served on him and he now is held by the Dominion of Canada. Only the Dominion can extradite a prisoner to another country. . —_— No doubt some Democrats are run- ning speakeasies, but they haven't stooped so low as to conduct a whisper- ing campaign.—Atlanta Constitution. Tolmanized Collars Wilt Slowly THE TOLMAN LAUNDRY, Franklin 71 S n:..u. . U.8. Pat. OF. Magic Scouring Pads Special cleansing com- pound saturates each pad. Just dampen and rub! The easiest, quick- est way to clean alum- inum and all pots and pans. At ohain, grocery, hardware and department stores. NTS !‘/ When 2 things look \.\\ blackest Glass Curtains and QOccasional Over Curtains In Damasks Brocades Moires And Chintzes tries and Hours, 9:00 to 5:30 Dulin & Martin Co. 1215 F St | Tk | 1214-18 G St “Serving Washington for over three-quarters of a Century” 2515 $18.50 and colors. an interesting Chair Phone Main 1294 THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D.” T, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 1928." For the CoLLEGE GIrL Striped Tailored Robes, $15 These collegiate robes are made of hotany and import- ed French flannel. Every college girl or girl at board- ing school will want one of these smart robes. They are in a large variety of stripes and large checks, as well. NEGLIGEES, THIRD FLOOR. Collegiate Cotton " Pajamas, $1.95 These are the pajamas that college girls wear—especial- ly are they well-liked for midnight parties. You will find a wide choice here—in plain colors, stripess and figured designs—with short, kimono or long sleeves. There are new and intprest- ing touches that will appeal to the college girl. CorToN UNDERWEAR, THIRD FLOOR. New—Silk Boudoir Socks, $1.95 Since the cuffed sports sock was first introduced, it has been a favorite of the col- lege girls. Now the newest version—of silk in pastels for the boudoir, is the latest vogue. Especially clever for midnight parties. Hostery, FIrst FLOOR. Bows---the chicof many Fall Evening Frocks Large bows of ribbon at the hip or placed on the boui- fant skirt—or ribbon to cre- ate the pouf, so smart in the “1880” feeling — may be found in our Ribbon Section. Bows will be tied by an ex- pert, without charge — if purchased here. Taffeta and Messaline Sash Ribbon Fall Shades, 7 and 9 inch width, $1.35, $1.50 yard RisBoNs, FIrst FLOOR. Laces to make the smart circular collars The new heavy Princess and Bohemian laces—that come in circular | shape — are making many of tfie collars and cuffs on the smartest satin and transparent velvet frocks. $2.50 to $5 yard NECKWEAR, FIrst FLOOR. School Bags, $1 A feature value Of a fancy woven material, that is water-proof and most durable, this well - made school bag is equipped with either a strap or handle. One may choose from a pat- terned or plain color style. Other School Bags 50c to $4.25* Educational Toys Sentence Builders Story Building Blocks. ol * Drill Cards ..40c Phonetic Word Builder, No. 1 and No. 2 .. e 20 Long Division & Self-keyed Number Cards. . Self-keyed Decimal.... . Straight Colored Pegs. Toy Money... Scrap Books Scrap Book Pictures Toys, FOURTH FLOOR. ODWARD & lLOTHROP 10™ 11™ F axD G STREETS The Fur-Cloth Coat is an Important Fashion for Fall *150 This model is typical of the fashion trend for flat fur-cloth coats—as they are so supple and can be tailored to follow the silhouette so smartly. Sketched—A brown American broad- tail cloth coat, with dyed civet cat shawl collar and cuffs. Numerous models in this fashionable display of smart variations of Pari- sian successes. Other coats in this collection follow the trends of this season—all are of high character—aristocratic designs— superbly tailored of superior fabrics— richly furred. Styles—Straightline models, with shawl collars and deep cuffs. In- tricate scaming and new panel seamings. Fabrics—Norma, Suprema and Leda cloth, and Brgadtail cloth. Furs—Skunk, fox, dyed civet cat and beaver. Colors—Black and Autumn browns. You should see these Smart Coats at this attractive price, $150 Other Fall Coats, $69.50 to $225 ‘WoMEN’s CoAts, THIRD FLOOR. 'Fur Coats Reflect New Interest in details Hudson Seal Caracul Squitrel $495 The straight coats of flat fabric-like furs—such as Hudson Seal (dyed muskrat), caracul and natural and dyed squirrel receive unanimous ap- proval because of their general adaptability to the new silhouette and in- tricate details that are smartest this season. Detail interest centers in collars and cuffs—the Johnny collar, that often combines the shawl effect and the new spiral cuffs are perhaps two of the most important of fashion notes. Trimmed with Krimmer, Fitch, Baum Marten, Cocoa-dyed Ermine and Skunk Furs, TaRD FLOOR. This Adaptation Of Patou’s Felt with a Velvet Bow s Is one of alarge collection of copies and adaptations The outstanding characteristic of the new hats is the sophisticated handling of the bon- net theme—and none does it better than Patou. This poke-bonnet in modified ver- sions is smart. The cut-up brim, with the blue velvet bow is one of the smartest varia- tions. The sides of the brim are wide and poke-like. Other adaptations or copies follow the best lines in toques, berets and pokes with ma- nipulated brims—that usually dip or slant to one side—and are of soleil, velvet and felt combinations. $18.50 and $22.50. MILLINERY, THIRD FLOOR. Tomorrow-A very Special Offering Whiting Polo Cloth Writing Paper Stamped in Color with your monogram or 1-line address $2.90 The steel die becomes your property Each hox of this fine quality paper con- tains sixty-three sheets, single or folded and forty-eight envelopes in Scotch gray Polo cloth. You will enjoy using lovely paper—the usual Whiting fine grade. College girls will like to take advantage of this exceptional value— and take several boxes to school with them. A few of the samples of monograms are illustrated. There are forty new styles here for your choosing. StATIONERY, FIRST FLOOR. A Very Exceptional Value Crystal Trees,$5 Complete with mirror Everyone who has admired and longed for one of these beautiful crystal trees but has always found them too expensive, will appreciate this unusual value. You will be even more amazed when you see them— and realize that both the crystal tree and mirror are at this one price of $5. Since Chanel started this crystal tree fashion every hostess will want one of these sets for this season’s entertaining. It will lend charm to the dining table—and will prove smart at all times— and most useful, especially when it is hard to get flowers for the table. Crystal with Rose, Ruby or Green Green, Rose and Crystal Rose and Green Gi1rTs, SEVENTH FLOOR. New—from Shanghai Hand-Embroidered Silk Gowns and Pajamas Gowns and pajamas of such finesse and with such exquisite handwork that their beauty is indescribable— shown now for the first time. You will have to see them to appreciate them—the lovely silk, and the handiwork is such as only seen on lingerie from the Orient. Finest hemstitching, embroider®—sometimes in contrastmg color—and daintiest of nets make these gowns and pajamas irresistible. White, flesh and peach. Gowns, $15 to $40 Stk UNDERWEAR, THIRD FLOOR. Pajamas, $25 to $40 Football Time has arrived —and here, in our Sporting Goods Section on the Fourth floor, we are prepared to quickly and com- petently satisfy all your football needs. These are representative of the extensive stocks carried here. A. J. Reach Tuf-Ide Footballs, Red Grange Footballs, $4.75 $10 Football Shoes, $6 pair Football Helmets, $4 Football Pants, $2.50 Split Cowhide Footballs, $10 Cowhide Footballs; a service- able quality, $3.50 . SrorTING Goops, FOURTH FLOOR. This English-Style Whitney Coach, $40 There are many Fall days when baby can be taken out in this roomy carriage. The wood body is covered with « cloth to match the three separate cushions. Splendidly appointed and finished in dark blue or smoke. Other Coaches $65 to $125 BABY CARRIAGES FourTH FLOOR. Have You Tried Our Woodlo Milk Chocolates, 80c pound Until you have tried our new Woodlo candy, you have no idea of how delicious milk chocolates really can be. And when you try them, we are sure that you will buy them always, for they are such a great improve- ment over the ordinary run of homemade milk choco- lates. Made fresh daily. Canpy, FirsT FLOOR. The Easy Electric Washer Actually Makes Laundering Easy To the long famous “Easy Vacuum Cup System of Washing” have been added new improvements that save both time and labor. The new “Easy” dispenses with the wringer—no dan- ger of catching vour fingers or of the children be- ing harmed, no broken buttons and no deep wrin- kles in clothes. Think how much ironing and sew- ing time it will save. Home Demonstration Deferred Payments ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES Froor.