Evening Star Newspaper, March 3, 1935, Page 5

LONG TURNSFIE ON FARLEYFREND Secretary Pettey of Com- munications Body Accused of Press Deal. Senator Huey P. Long of Lnulsiana.! in pursuing his campaign against| Postmaster General Farley, the ad- ministration’s patronage chief, it was learned yesterday, is aiming one of his | shafts at Herbert L. Pettey, secretary of the Federal Communications Com- | mission. | Pettey's closeness to Farley has| been brought out on various occasions. He was in charge of the radio division of the Democratic National Committee “under Chairman Farley during the 1932 campaign, it was recalled, and! subsequently displaced James W. Bald- win as secretary of the old Radio Commission when that job was re- moved from civil service status by | executive order at the beginning of | the administration. Baldwin was a Republican with civil service rating. Change to New Board. When the Communications Com- | mission absorbed the old Radio Commission. Pettey became secretary | of the new board. Moreover, in the Fall of 1933, Farley designated Pettey | his representative in radio matters | arising through the Democratic Na- tional Committee | Senator Long's new line of attack on Farley, with Pettey as the direct target, took the form of a letter to| the Communications Commission de- | manding that it investigate charges | RICHARD JERVIS. EDWARD W. BY J. RUSSELL YOUNG. Col. Edward W. Starling, assistant | chief of the White House secret serv- ice, has been promoted to chief of that important detail to succeed Rich- | ard Jervis, who, at his own request, has been transferred to the manage- ment of one of the field offices of the service. Col. Starling will be succeeded as assistant chief by Russell Wood, who has been on the White House detail 11 years Woodrow Wilson was President, when. in 1913, “Ed” Starling joined the staff at the White House. This | 6-foot Kentuckian, who has since become such a picturesque figure | about the White House, had been | a railroad detective in the South and | had attained considerable prominence for his work in running down rail- road thieves and bandits. It w: through this work that he came to the attention of William Moran, chief that Pettey sold a series of radio| THE SUNDAY STAR. WASHINGTON, Col. Starling Becomes Chief Of W hite House Secret Police STARLING. RUSSELL WOOD, of making all arrangements for such journeys away from Washington as well as providing the necessary bodily protection of the Chief Executive. During the Coolidge administration, Col. Starling became the companion of this quiet Vermonter. It was he who interested Mr. Coolidge in fish- ing and clay pigeon shooting, and other outdoor exercise. After Mr. Coolidge’s death, Mrs. Coolidge sent | to Col. Starling the gun formerly used | by her husband. has added to his large collection of This the colonel White House mementos. Guarded President’s Son. Toward the latter part of the Coolidge administration Assistant Chief Russell Wood was assigned to guard John Coolidge, the President’s son, while he was a student at herst. During the Hoover admil tration he was one of two secret serv: ice men detailed to guard Mrs. Her- P vice, | bert Hoover. From the beginning of | #f fis United Btates Bectet Siavice the .present administration up until TEXTILE WALKOUT FACES SHOWDOWN Workers’ Union Official Spurs La- bor to Utilize Strike as Defense Weapon. By the Associated Press. LAGRANGE, Ga, March 2.—De- claring a wage cut and a speed-up work system in a group of local tex- tile mills “the first results of the administration’s opposition of pre- vailing wage” on work-relief projects, organized labor prepared today for a show-down here Monday in a local textile strike. John A. Peel of Greenville, S. C, vice president of the United Textile Workers of America, called on work- ers “in all industry in the South not llf NO MON | to hesitate to utilize labor’s last cita- ' D. C, MARCH 3, 1935—PART ONXE. del of defense, the strike weapon,” in resisting wage reductions. Peel issued his statement on the local situation as he stopped in. At- lanta en route to Chattanooga, Tenn., from Greenville. The strike here, affecting some workers at six mills of the Callaway group of mills, was at a standstill today, since the mills do not operate on Saturday. Cason Callaway, presi- dent of the mill concern, said yester- day he believed virtually all workers would be back on their jobs when the mills reopen Monday. Labor leaders challenged this idea, and said they expected only a few of the Callaway | mills’ 3,000 workers here would be back Monday. Party to Be Planned. CAPITOL HEIGHTS, Md., March 2 (Special) . —Final arrangements for a| |card party to be given on March 15 will be made at a meeting of the" | Parent-Teacher Association of the | Capitol Heights School Wednesday night in the school. DOWN .00 EY Buys the Famous WUnited States Oil Burner With the modern United States Oil Burner in your home, there is no more need for hurried trips to the basement to | regulate your fire, etc. KENT AND BRIDE PLAN LONGER JAMAICAN STAY Will Remain Until March 12 After Greeting Duke’s Brother Returning Prom Pacific. By the Associated Press. KINGSTON, Jamaica, March 2.— The Duke and Duchess of Kent de- cided today to extend their honey- moon stay in Jamaica to March 12, although they had planned to leave atfer welcoming the Duke of Glou- cester March 6. Prince George’s brother is on his way to Jamaica from Australia aboard the H. M. S. Australia, which was delayed when it responded to dis- tress cails sent out by the American schooner Seth Parker in mid-Pacific. The honeymoon couple are alter- nating as simple tourists and visiting royalty. Last night they were guests W. & J. SLOANE It has been a remarkable event ¢ A-S RELIEF PAY BILL 0. K.'D Kansas House Gets Prevailing ‘Wage Measure. TOPEKA, Kans., March 2 (#).—A prevailing wage bill was reported fa- vorably today by the Labor Commite tee of the Kansas House of Repre- of Gov. Sir Edward Denham and | Lady Denham at a ball. The duchess | danced only with the duke. Another dance, this time informal, was in store for them tonight. SCHOOL TO GIVE MOVIE Paul Junior High Association Schedules Film Tuesday. sentatives. The Paul Junior High Home .nd‘w'l;he mm\;fie woukl: :mdebe that _ | wages on public works s not School Association will give a talkie i]& than the prevailing rate paid movie in the school auditorium Tues- | others in similar occupation in the day at 3:15 pm., it was announced | locality. "t Arthritis Part of the proceeds will be used | to purchase books for the school | lbrary. Admission is 15 cents for | Thousands suffering from arthritic pains children and 20 cents for aduits, but | have found relief in M palley Min- children of the Paul School who can Mildly alkaline. Deepl not afford the admission fee will be {nf, ISl atriely pntery admict ree. lembers of the two 2 s children’s homes in the Paul district| Mountain Valley Mi are invited as guests. T11 Twelfth Street Last 6 days of the Sloane which justifies the still deeper —notable for the truly excep- reductions which have been Call Our Representative NOW Free Expert Engineering Service on Every Job We will take care of your coal without loss to you articles to a newspaper while the paper was pressing an application for a radio station license. - e Advance Man for Trips. a few weeks ago he was assigned to | For a number of years Col. Starling | the _hume of James Roosevelt, the has served as the * President’s eldest son, to protect his tional values offered and the : made. In the meantime there record-breaking response even Tomorrow official action will staken behind closed doors to dig into | the charges Long has flung at Farley from the floor of the Senate. | Senator McKellar, Democrat of | *Tennessee, chairman of the Post Office Committee. announced vesterday that Long’s resolution demanding an inves- tigation of Farley will be taken up in executive session. Neither the Louis- | jana Senator nor the Postmaster Gen- eral has been asked to attend. Before going to Baton Rouge to put the State Legislature through its| paces in another special session, Long | had McKellar agree to take no action on the resolution until his return. Long was expected to arrive here some time tomorrow from his Louis- lana domain. | Letter Cause of Rift. | Meanwhile, it was learned, Long's letter to the Communications Com- mittee regarding Pettey has caused something of a rift among the mem- bers of that body. It was reported that the only reply the Kingfish has received so far has been an acknowl- | edgement of his letter. | Chairman Eugene O. Sykes yester- | day admitted receipt of the letter, | but declined to discuss the Pettey in- cident or to indicate what the com- for all presidential trips. pacity he has had the responsibili‘y FIRE STARTED BY BOY OF 5 DAMAGES HOUSE | Lad Tells Policeman of Accident- ally Lighting Paper in Euclid Street Home. | Fire, reportedly started by 5-year-old Frederick G. Gregory, jr. when he accidentally ignited a piece of paper in a clothes closet yesterday burned out the furnishings in a second-story room at 1723 Euclid street. The boy's father, Frederick G. Gregory, is treasurer of the Britt Motor Co. The child’s mother said she was in a downstairs room when her young son came running down the steps and told her he was afraid the house was afire. Later the boy told | a policeman he had accidentally se!i a piece of paper on fire when he struck a match in the closet Besides the Gregorys, the home also is occupied by Harde E. Britt, presi- dent of the Britt Motor Co. small daughter. Mr. Jervis had been on the White House detail for 25 years, nearly 20 years of which he was chief. In re- cent years it has been his ambition to reside in California. his native State, after he retired, but before then, to operate one of the field offices of the | service. |W. & J. SLOANE MAURICE J. COLBERT CO., Inc. 1908 M St. N.W. Heating Homes Over Thirty Years Open Evenings, 7:30 to 9:30 711 Twelfth Street riental Rugs Arriving just in time for offering in the final week of the Spring Sale mission would do. It was reported Firemen quickly brought the blaze that Pettey had received Chairman | under control, but not until it had Sykes’ approval before the newspaper | done considerable damage to the in- articles were written. terior of the room. Since Long’s break with the Roose- A velt administration, Farley, as the dispenser of patronage, has been cold| SPEAKER FROM WALES toward the Louisiana Senator and his | friends. Long’s resolution charged | that through Farley's influence cer- | tain public werks contracts went to | " i companies with which Long said Far- | iy toRDikcussis e ley was connected. The resolution| Dr. Charles Alfred Edwards, prin-| asked that P. W. A. data on the con- |cipal of the University of Swansea. | tracts be turned over to the Senate. | Wales, will be the speaker at a meet- Secretary Ickes. public works chief-|ing of the Washington Chapter o(1 tain, denied that his department had‘klhe American Society for Metals, investigated Farley, but said data rel- | Thursday evening in the Harrington ative to certain New York public|Hotel. He will discuss “The Influence | works projects were ready for de- |of Cold Rolling and Annealing on the | livery to the McKellar committee. | Properties of Mild Sheet Steel.” | W. H. Eisenman. national secre- | tary of the American Society for Metals, will welcome Dr. Edwards and | convey to him the greetings of the national society. Dr. Edwards of Swansea Univer-| PRAISES HER COOKING, BUT WEDS ANOTHER Chicago Woman Sues Man for $25,000 When Heart and Stom- ach Fail to Harmonize. CHICAGO (#)—The road to a man's heart may be through his stomach, but Mrs. Bessie Pick doesn't think it leads to the altar. The succulent repasts she prepared for John L. Sandstrom, she told a Circuit Court jury, won his praise but not his hand. He married some one else. She alleged that Sandstrom, who boarded at her house and was ex- travagant in praise of her culinary exploits, should pay $25,000 to mend’ her wounded heart, but the rase was dismissed. 000'0000'0”0 XA XX A XXX ’”.“’“QOQ’C P 3 Perfect DIAMONDS Also ccmplete line of standard and all-American made watches. Shop at the friendly store— you're always greeted with & Smile—with r:o obligation to buy. Charge Accounts Invited M. 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LS00 §9 6500 Lillehans 9'x12' In colorings and designs indicative of the district from which these fa- vorite Orientals come. 3'x5 x7’ 9'x12' 9'x12' $195.00 An Oriental Rug from W. & J. Sloane rises to the dignity of an heirloom. Since 1843 we have sent our representatives into the land of romance and mysticism — selecting the cream from their ancient looms. Thus this contribution to the Spring sale is of major importance in charm and character and price. Sarouks Characterful in design and at- tractive in the deep rich tones in which rose backgrounds predominate. $49.75 $6500 $72.50 $220-0 Regular Price $65.00 $87.50 $95.00 Size Sx5¢ 4x7 4x7' 9x12’ $295.00 Beloochistans Deep rich copper shades and blues comprise this assortment. 2'6"xS’ $27.50 31950 Moussols Distinctive colors worked into orig- inal designs. $2750 3'6"x5'6" $35.00 Gazvins In colorings that create a beautiful effect and in pleasing patterns. No Money Down 3 Years to Pay Made by the world’s largest heating manufacturers and fully guaranteed, this splendid hot- water plant will cut your fuel costs 10% annually. ¥y No money down—take up to 3 ears to pay in small sums you won't even miss. Phone, write or come in for complete facts on this sensational offer. AMERICAN HEATIN ENGINEERING COMPANY | 907 N. Y. Ave. NW. Nat. 8421 |} 9x12' $195.00 3'6"x5' $80.00 This special assortment features rugs in practically all these types in larger sizes than those quoted above—the reductions of which mean a Saving of from 25% to 33Y3% W.&]J. SLOANE Free parking for our customers directly opposite the store on 12th Street. 711 Twelfth Street The House With The Green Shutters District 7262 q when W. & J. Sloane merchan- dise is the magnet. The Bed- room and Dining Room Suites below represent in each in- stance the last one of its kind— > » are innumerable Living Room and Occasional Pieces deserving of prompt interest—for the Spring sale passes into history Saturday night. Empire Group (Illustrated) It embodies the high- est type of present-day craftsmanship, inter- preting this artistic period with the faithful- ness that equals the original. Done in fruit- wood, with mahogany borders. Every detail even to the soft amber tone of the finish and rich decorations in an- tiqued gold are consistent with the period. Eight pieces, including twin beds. Regular Price, $570 8295 Other Bedroom Groups Louis XVI, in walnut and maple, with figured walnut on drawer fronts and headboards of the beds. The finish is the soft old French color. The suite comprises twin beds; bureau with hang- ing mirror: chest with standing mirror; dressing table with hanging mirror; bedside table; chair and 5 bench. Regular Price, $375.... French Hepplewhite Group of maple and cherry. The dainty lines and decorative details make this a very at- tractive group; while the craftsman- ship places it in the realm of fine furni- ture. 8 pieces, including $270 twin beds. Regular Price, $450.... Queen Anne Group—each piece con- structed of beautifully figured burl wal- nut, with the edges of the drawers cross banded with straight grain walnut. In- cluded are two antiqued red and gold hanging mirrors for bureau and dress- ing table; also handsome arm chair up- holstered in gold damask. Full eight pieces, including twin 98 beds. Regular Price, $625.... A Colonial Suite, with all the gracious- ness of manner consistent with that school, done in genuine mahogany with handsome figured crotch mahogany on drawer fronts and bed panels. The fin- ish is the old red color which is strictly colonial. Suite comprises twin poster beds; bureau with hanging mirror; chest ; dressing table with hanging mir- ror; bedside table; chair $198 and bench. Regular Price, $425.... An American Hepplewhite Group, of genuine mahogany with natural swirl on drawer fronts. dressing table have the graceful serpen- tine fronts; and the beds have carved urns on the headboards; bureau with hanging mirror; dressing table with shield-shaped mirror; night table; chair and bench. szzo Regular Price, $365.... The bureau and Five Dining Suites Colonial Sheraton in genuine mahog- any, with swirl mahogany on doors and drawer fronts. Each individual piece in this group offers exceptional interest in the detail of design and construction. Ten pieces, including sideboard, server, china cabinet, double pedestal dining table; one master chair and five side chairs. szl 0 Regular Price, $425.... An English Suite, constructed of genuine Cuban mahogany overlaid with Cuban mahogany veneers. Each piece is in handsome proportions, decorated with a line simulating inlay. Group comprises sideboard, server, china cab- inet, single pedestal dining table; one master chair and five side 5198 chairs. Regular Price, $375.... American Colonial Suite, inspired by the 18th Century English School. The genuine mahogany used in the construc- tion has been specially selected and with the artistic details of, carving presents a most interesting group, comprising sideboard, server, china cabinet, dining table, one master chair and five side chairs. sz Regular Price, $375.... 45 Late 18th Century Group, also in genuine mahogany. The sideboard in this group is specially well designed for practicability, having wonderful draw- er space as well as spacious cabinet in base. The server was inspired by an old bachelor chest. The china cabinet has drawer and cabinet space. Double ped- estal dining table and one master chair and five side chairs. Complete in 10 pieces. szz n Regular Price, $440.... Hepplewhite Dining Suite, in genuine _mahogany with pieces of graceful pro- portions and finish. The rich crotch mahogany on drawers and door fronts have been specially selected. The group comprises sideboard, server, china cab- inet, dining table, one master chair and five side chairs. sl’s Regular Price, $350.... W. & J. SLOANE Free parking for our customers directly opposite the store on 12th St. 711 Twelfth Street The House ) f With The 1 DIstrict 7262 Green Shutters |[Experienced Advertisers Prefer The Star