Evening Star Newspaper, February 11, 1932, Page 33

APPORTIONING HELD VOID INNEW YORK New Congressional Districts Declared lllegal by Ap- peal Court. By the Associated Press ALBANY, N. Y., February 11.—The New York Court of Appeals Tuesday affirmed the lower court's decision that the congressional reapportionment law enacted by the Republican majority of islature last year was uncon- Dry River’s Frogs Wake Hotel Guests When Feet Get Wet By the Associated Press. TIJUANA, Lower California, February 11.—The Tijuana police force went frog-catching yester- day in the Tijuana River, the bed of which is usually dry, because guests in the Agua Caliente Hotel complained honking automobile horns kept them awake. Police discovered it wasn't auto ‘horns—it was & lot of very excited frogs, singing because of the un- usual heavy rains. CREDIT MEN TO MEET ‘The annual Midwinter dinner meet- ing of the Associated Retail Credit Men of Washington: will be held in the Jtalian garden of the Mayflower Hotel All the judges concurred. | \onday - evening next -at 7 o'clock, it | of the decision is to leave without provision for the was announced today. Credit executives and bureau man- two extra congressional districts award- | goars attending the Columbia Regional ed the State cn the basis of the 1930 population | The reapportionment was ordered by the Legislature on a joint resolution which did not require the concurrence of the Democratic Governor, Franklin D. Roosevelt. Early Settlement Due. ‘The Democrats contested on the grounds that legislation creating new congressional districts required the con- sent of the Governor. That contention was upheld by the Supreme Court and by the Appellate Division. Both parties said they would fight the issue to the Supreme Court of the United States, but of recent weeks there has been a growing sentiment for | a settlement of the issue so that it can | be closed in time for the April 5 prima- | ries, when delegates to the national conventions are chosen by. districts. New York now has 43 congressional districts. / The court’s decision returned the State to the 1911 law, by which pro- vision was made for the election of 43 Congressmen by districts and 2 from | the State at large. Court OQutlines Opinion. If both Democrats and Republicans refrained from pushing the litigation further the national convention dele- gates would be chosen that way. ‘The court opinion said: “We hold that the resolution of April 10, 1931, is without effect, that 43 of 45 Congressmen shall be elected by dis- tricts created by the laws of 1911 and the additional Z elected at large b:' the State. *This, of course, is in the absence of 8 law passed by the present Legislature now in session, redistricting the State into 45 congressional districts.” CONTROLLER IS SUED T0 SIGN VOUCHERS Mandamus Asked to Force Certifi- cation of Bills for Desks and Chairs, Controller General McCarl was named defendant yesterday in a suit for a mandamus filed in District Supreme Court by the W. D. Campbell Co. The court was asked to compel McCarl to certify and approve for payment a number of vouchers of the company, | which have been submitted to the Gen- | eral Accounting Office by disbursing | officers of several Government depart- ments. | Through Attorneys Hogan, Donovan, | Jones, Hartson & Guider and Arthur | J. Phelan, the court wes told that on | June 19, 1931, the Treasury Depart- t with the desks and departments a The Campbell bid was accepted, although a lower bid had been submitted, and | McCarl ruled the Campbell contract was_illegal | The low bidder brought suit for an| injunction against Secretary Mellon | and the Campbell Co. to enjoin the carrying out of the contract. This was dismissed and an appeal is now pend- ing Later, when the disbursing officer of the Treasury had Geclined to make payment following McCarl's ruling, the Campbell Co. secured a mandamus against him and the court held the contract valid. McCarl continues to disapprove vouch- | ers presented by disbursing officers of | other departments, the court was told.| ment entered into a Campbell Co. to fu HOOT GIBSON WINS LOS ANGELES, February 11 (#).— Mary Hobbis Tuesday lost her suit against Hoot Gibson. cowboy film actor, for $80,000 damages because of an auto- mobile accident, which she claimed had resulted in her left side becoming parti- allv paralyzed Gibson testified his foot slipped off | the brake and his machine bumped | the one in which Mrs. Hobbis was rid- | ing, but that she had said she was not hurt, The jury returned a verdict in his favor. | Conference, consisting of the States of Delaware, Mnrg);nd, North Carolina, New Jersey, nnsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and the District, will be guests of the local association at the dinner Speakers for the affair will include Harry V. Ostermayer, president of the Associated Retail Credit Men of Wash- ington; Charles Martin, Eastern field representative, National Retail Credit Association, and James R. Hewitt, chair- man of the Legislative Committee of the national body. ’ Chevy Chase | D. G. S. Store Brookville Market ‘ Wis. 2793-2794 ‘ Free Delivery Strained'v;‘ : Carrots Unseasoned — ready-to-serve — for baby. Tempting variety provided by Gerber's Strained Peas —Spinach — Prunes — Tomatoes — Green Beans — and Vegetable Soup. Ask Your Doctor! At leading grocers and druggists everywhere Gerbers STRAINED VEGETABLES NOW STOP PAIN THIS EASY WAY One drop does it instantl, —then corn lifts right off 1f yvou want to keep your feet free from aching corns just get a bottle of FR NE from any druggist. Put a drop or two on the corn. Pain_stops instantly, and for good! Then before you know it the corn gets so loose vou can lift it right off with your fingers, easily and painlessly. It's the safe way that millions use to get rid of hard and soft corns and calluses. Works like a charm! Try it. FREEZONE WHEN you eat Ry-Krisp you satisfy your appetite—and keep your figure safe. By helpin, will help simply of g you to stay slim, Ry-Krisp to keep you fit. It's made rye, water and salt, double- baked to a tempting crispness. These delicious whole rye wafers are unusual enough to be interesting at every meal. You'll thoroughly enjoy Ry-Krisp for: Breakfast—with fruit and coffee Luncheon—with soup or salad Dinner—with cocktails or entree G STAR, WASHINGTON, D.” C, THURSDAY, 2) o W KENSINGTON, MD. A New and Up-to-Date Complete D. G. S. Store at KENSINGTON GARDENS D. Pollock, Owner Phone Kensington 24 This store is now open siness, selling a full line of Groceries, Meats and Vegetables. | You will find this store - convenient for your daily shopping. Courteous service, quality merchandise and low prices. FOOD IN SEASON We are continuing this week our money-saving values on seasonable foods at exceptionally low prices. A full stock of food to make tempting Lenten dishes will be available Check this list for helpful suggestions, at all our stores. FlbkUARY 11, 1932. =7 ) REMODELNG CELEBRATION AT 5th AND SHEPHERD STS. N.W. H. Dorfman, Owner Phone Columbia 6457 FRIDAY, 7 to 10 P.M. This store has been completely remodeled to enable us to better serve you. We are celebrating this event with a food show. You are cordially invited. A good time is promised to all. then phone or shop in person at your neighborhoed D.G.S. Store for entire satisfaction. 2. 19e One of the most nutritious cereal foods kmown. COMBINATION GORTON'’S FISH ROE 2 14-Oz. Cans 23¢ IMPORTED SARDINES 3--25¢ QUAKER'’S A supply on the pantry shelf is convenient during the cold mornings. QUAKER OATS, 2 3% 17¢ OATS %% Lge. pxe. 20c HOMINY GRITS. .5 8c FARINA s 9c YELLOW Meal .. .»s 8¢ BARLEY .... ... s 10c AUNT JEMIMA PANCAKE A popular Lenten Special Until Sat. Tender small fish, Closing packed in pure elive oil Gundersheimer’s VALENTINE SPECIAL CAKE A DELICATE, whole some cake, dainty an. bright, so good you Lb, each will enjoy every bite. 25¢ BANQUET TEA s« o= Orange Pekoe, Green or Mixed FRESH MILK .... Alderney Green Meadow Dairies. COOKED HOMINY q. Brewer-Snyder's PEANUT BUTTER 1. jar 19c 25¢ HERSHEY’S MILK CHOCOLATE BARS 2 1;1b. Bas, 2Qe - 1-15-1b. bar, 15¢ ROCK CREEK. Ginger Ale, for your thirst KIRKMAN'S CHIPS Large package BRILLO For pots and pans. SCOTTISSUE v 3 Rolls 25c to Each Roll MEATS SMKD, ) 2 ) SQ%M P‘ Leg of LAMB ;ork Roast | You will find our Lamb young and Whole or half loins of lean, tender pork, priced exceptionally low. | tender meat, very desirable for Sun- Ige. botls. (contents) UNEEDA BAKERS RAISIN FRUIT BISCUIT Lb. zsc Always Popular at a New Low Price | day’s dinner. l | SPECIALLY 21 — lz e | PRICED '™ e v /2 { Rib Roast | Fresh Hams .........n 15¢c | Chuck Roast . ... | Fresh Shoulders. . ....n 12c | Round Steak Strip Bacon : | 2 ms. 15¢; 4 - 29¢ | Boiling Beef 3 ' Home Dressed Chickens,: " 33¢ | Fountain Brand Hams .n. 23c | Tender Beef Liver | Auth’s Pork Sausage..n 20c gl;:ee:'lu;\:cg:auty || Auth’s Franks ... 25¢ | Jos. Phillips the Original | Auth’s Royal Pork. .. .». 29¢ | All-Pork Sausage CROAKERS . . . .» 15 HIGHEST QUALITY Fancy Red Fin MACKEREL . ...» ]9, OYSTERS Fancy Spanish - 29¢ 15¢ 40 Fathom Fillet w. 2 Qe Smoked Hams. ......n 17c Hamburg Steak ...... Auth’s Green Links. . .n. 20c | Stew Lamb FRESH FISH SLICED HALIBUT. . . FRESH SEA BASS.. 2 pkgs. D.G.S. Pancake Flour 1—12-0z. jar Vermont Syrup Total Regular Price............ «-35 LIBBY'S PINEAPPL Again at a Star Soap Another Drop—Resulting in a New Low Price 4+ 19 Fish and oysters taste more delicious with Ritter’s catsup. Will equal in taste 18c or 20c peas. Special this week. RITTER BEANS we offer these popular beans low price. GOLD BAND Pure Creamery Butter, Churned Daily. ... AYRSHIRE BRAND No Better Butter Made RITTER CATSUP 2 8-oz. Botls. 17 225 QUAKER OATS 2 Med. Pkgs. l7c FOREST KING PEAS 225¢ 2cn11e BUTTER Ib. ch Argo Salmon WASHINGTON FLOUR ALWAYS UNIFORM IN QUALITY Deep Sea Shrimp Kippered Herring Mueller’s Macaroni L 18¢ 237 2. 31| COFFEE Gold Bag Good with every meal Orienta In the new vacuum can Wilkins In triple-sealed moisture proof cellophane Chase & Sanborn 37(: Dated to guarantee fresh flavor... Astor Ib. zgc New York's old favorite. .. Center Slices only \7; FRESH STRINGLESS BEANS Considering the present high market price of fancy beans, this price is exceptionally low. 2-19: ‘; Delicious Apples. . . .4 m. 25¢ | Cooking Apples ...5 w 19¢ aor. 25¢ Fancy Sweet Potatoes, 4 . 15¢ . Texas Carrots. . .2 bunches 19¢ | Fancy Beets 2 bunches 13¢ veeeee..3me 19¢ NO. 1 WHITE POTATOES l 0 Ibs. Crab Meat Kraft Am. Cheese. . . . Vz-n. s 19¢ Kraft Swiss Cheese. . . /5. pe. 19¢ Longhorn Cheese McCORMICK’S MAYONNAISE 8-0z. Jar l sc Pint Jar z9e No waiting for suds. Cuts dish washing time one-third. 3 rie. 25¢ " FANCY JUICY FLORIDA EGETABL!-;S ORANGES Again we are offering the same high quality juicy Florida oranges at the same low price. 3 mws. 19¢ Fresh Spinach Iceberg Lettuce na. 10c & 123c New Cabbage Broccoli Dozen Small Size Savoy Cabbage Yellow Turnips. . .. Rutabagas White Turnips SAVOY CABBAGE | Used by people who like better cab- || bage. Savoy cabbage has a milder flavor | than regular cabbage. It is exception- ally good for salads. Special 2 1bs, 15¢