Evening Star Newspaper, May 10, 1940, Page 17

Sutfrage Support Of Mrs. Roosevelt Seen as Effective "“Columbia Heights - Citizens Re-zlect . Col. Maddox ‘Mrs. Roosevelt’s support in the District's fight for suffrage fore- shadows an early victory, the Co- lumbia Heights Citizen's Associa- tion said in a resolution passed last night. The motion, which was introduced by Mrs. Marie Maddox, recording geacretary, pointed out that Mrs, Roosevelt is in agreement with “an overwhelming majority of the civic organization and citizens of the|’ municipality.” The motion also ex- pressed appreciation of Mrs. Roose- velt’s interest and help in improving oonditions in the District’s institu- tions for the poor. The association re-elected Col. Luther Robinson Maddox as presi- dent and George H. Brown as first vice president. Dr. A. V. Smith was elected second vice president; Mrs. Ella H. West, third vice president, and Col. G. B. Young, treasurer. Mrs. Maddox and Walter I. Swan- ton were re-elected recording secre- tary and corresponding secretary, respectively. Mr. Brown and Col. Maddox will continue as delegates to the Federation of Citizens’ As- sociations. Deportation Bill Backed. A motion by Mrs, Margaret H. ‘Worrel urging support for a bill in Congress providing for the deporta- tion of aliens who work for the overthrow of the Government through force or violence, was ap- proved. ‘The lack of sufficient policemen was the subject of the report of the chairman of the Public Safety Com- | mittee, Mr. Brown, who said that| in other cities requests for police- men at social affairs and other such gatherings are filled from the police retired list at the expense of the person making the request. Mr. Brown suggested this system be used in the District and the asso- clation agreed. | A resolution requesting the use | of the Wilson Teachers College | playground for “white children un- | der supervision” when not being used by the Wilson teachers and students was passed on the motion | of Dr. Smith, chairman of the Com- mittee on Education and Schools. Delegate Appointed. States Receive 822 Millions In Gas Taxes American automobile users con- sumed 20,638,000,000 gallons of gaso- line last year, a liquid flow that contributed $822,013,000 in taxes to State treasuries, H. Mac- Donald, public roads cominissioner, reported today to the Federal Works ney. \ ‘The national consumption rep- resented an increase of 5.8 per cent over that of 1038, and the tax col- lections plus receipts for inspec- tion fees, dealers’ license fees, fines and penalties aggregated $49,053,000 more than in the preceding year. ‘Taxes of $357,000 for aviation gaso- line in 1939 are included in the total, but refunds for non-highway use, amounting to $48,046,000, are excluded. * District of Columbia motorists contributed $2,791,000 in gasoline taxes last year, an increase of 7.1 per cent. The local tax is 2 cents per gallon. % Marylanders, who pay a 4-cent tax, contributed $10,638,000 in taxes. The total consumption jumped 78 per cent. In Virginia the 5-cent tax brought a collection of $17,832,000, and consumption increased 7.2 per cent, . Sale to T. V. A. Completed BIRMINGHAM, Ala, May 10 (#).—Sale of Alabama Power Co.’s North Alabama facilities to the Tennessee Valley Authority and several municipalities and co-opera- tives for $4,600,000 was completed here yesterday. The contract signed by repre- sentatives of T. V. A. and the utility provides the property, embracing 11 counties and parts of others, will be formally conveyed to purchasers July 1. for LATEST NEWS The Night Final Star, containing the latest news of the day during these dramatic times, is ‘de- livered every evening throughout the city and suburbs between 6 P.M. and 7 P.M. Telephone National 5000 for immediate delivery. Mr.e Swanton moved that the| group send a delegate to the Out- door Cleanliness Association, now being formed. Col. Maddox ap- pointed Norman Baxter as the Co- lumbia Heights delegate. The association opposed a bill now in Congress to regulate Wash- ington barbers. Speakers on the program included SBamuel J. Flickinger, president of the PFriendship Citizens’ Associa- tion; Ernest Henry, chairman of the Law and Legislation Committee of the Petworth Citizens’ Associa- | tion; Capt. Floyd Truscott of No. 10 | police precinct; Cuthbert B. Cham- | bers of the Cathedral Heights-.| Cleveland Park Citizens’ Associa- tion, and Spurrel Wood, president | 3f the Citizens’ Forum of Columbia Heights. Judge Myers of Ohio Supreme Court Dies By the Associated Press. COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 10.— Judge George S. Myers of the Ohio Bupreme Court died of a heart at- tack at his home last night. He was 59. Judge Myers spent all day in his office in the State Capitol and ap- parently was in good health. Long in public life, Judge Myers was elected to the State Supreme Court in 1937 after serving two terms as secretary of State. He was a Democrat. His term on the Ohio Supreme Court would have expired December 31, 1942, First Toothache at 81 SHENANDOAH, Iowa, May 10 (®).—John Johnson had a toothache the other day so he went to the dentist and had three teeth ex- tracted. Oh, yes! Mr. Johnson is 81 years old, and, he said, it was the first toothache he ever had. * TONIGHT « AL PEARCE AND HIS GANG WJSV—6:30 P.M. ON THE AIR FOR e CAMEL - CIGARETTES w'e The National and Washing- ton Restaurant Associations are organized to help our restaurateurs operate more efficiently in serving you better food. “Dine Where You See GOOD FOOD IS GOOD HEALTH Sherwoo KForest Md. (10-minute ride from U. 8. Naval Academy) Opens Its 28th Season Under Original Management Where discriminating families have had their summer homes for over a quarter of a century. Local people and newcomers to Wash- ington will do well to investigate the claims of this marvelously successful de- velopment. With all the comforts of the Town House plus the added advantages of every type of Summer Sport—Golf, Tennis, Horse- back Riding, Saltwater Bathing, Boat- ing and Country Club Activities. Attractively furnished bungalows avail- able for purchase or summer lease at moderate prices. 7 _miles U Bladens- !'”‘ m Washinoton. Route §0_vie Roed. 178 to Sherwood Forest Phone: Sherwood Forest 2711 General Offices 411 N. Charles 8¢, Baltimore, Md. THE EVENING BSTAR, WASHINGTON, LAST 2 DAYS SEARS MAY ECONOMY FESTIVAL!|Y / Only Two Days Left for This Great Slip Sale! Hurry! $2.00 and $4.00 COMPACTS Round, square or fancy shapes. engine turned and enameled. As- Cloisonne, filigree, sorted colors. Tolletries—Main Ploor, DRESSER BOXES With Mirror Inside Cover Teones . 69¢ makeup and cosmetics handy and orderly, Toiletries—Main Floor. 12x14 Inches _. lOO i SEARS FAMOUS “ROYAL PURPLE” HOSIERY “Desirables” YOU PAY 71 Lovely sheer, transparent, fiawless quality; reinforced soles, heels and toes. 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Top- notch workmanship . . . ac- curate sizes for perfect fit ... even tiny stitched and non- rlB seams, to “sing a song of QUALITY.” T g e L 1. Lace Trimmed, Four Gore, shadow panel. 32 to 44. 2. Basque Style, bias cut, mé:n crepe. 32 to 40. 3. Lace and Embroidery, 4 Gore Rayon satin. 32 to 44. 4. Tailored Embroidered Surplice rayon crepe. 32 to 40. 5. Basque Style ,with beading and lace. Rayon satin. 32 to 40. 6. Tailored 4 Gore, rayon crepe with shadow panel. 32 to 44. 7. “Grecian” cut with lace insertion. Rayon satin. 32 to 40. 8. Tailored Embroidered 4 Gore, rayon satin. 32 to 44, 31% to 39%. 9. Bias cut style with beading and embroidery. Rayon satin. 32 to 40. ¢ 10. Surplice style, with fagoting. Rayon satin. 32 to 40. Lingerie—Main Floor B T T T R T R e T o MOTHER WILL LIKE THESE SMART HANDBAGS 79c ea. Of fabrics and simulated leathers. Top handle. casusl, dressy under- arm and envelops nllu. E‘n‘fl, white. navy and colors. e sibper pocket. SEARS “4 STAR” HANDBAGS sI ea. 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