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The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
a Mysterious Robbery
Evening Story for the Family Circle

fruitless days of searching second
hand shops, stores In the Montmar-
ire, and auction rooms. At the
madam's house he had accompani-
ed the store detective in search
ing, even looking for loose stones in
the cellar floor which might lead to
some old, forgotten tunnel entering
the subterreanean city.
Now walking dejectedly along
near the crowded Montmartre quar-
ter, he was idly watching a woman
him. Suddenly he was surprised to
see her drop from sight at the same
moment the building near him tum-
bled like a house of cards. Rushing
forward, with others he saw it was
ony another cavein to the under
ground tunnels below, caused by
frequent rains.
Tony, not inclined to go with
his own search, fingered, drawn by
some irresistible force, and
watched the hurried excavating for
victims. At midnight he ate a
lunch near by and resumed his
watching. But what was this the
early morning light disclosed? The
cavein had been down into a secret
room where several men and wom-
en- had been dining and, caught like
rats in a trap, had persisted without
an instant's warning.
Tony had seen a bit of splintered
wood brought up. The bit of design
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G O NTIN u E D
r o
P A G F. Q n f
CLARK,S INQUIRY
AS TO THE FACTS

had been contributing to her sup
port, had gone off to live with two
policemen, and that she was I'M
able to work or even run around
to beg.
1t was the most deplorable,
wrongful and unnecessary case of
need and restitution l had seen in
my four years experience as a
member of the relief committee.
There was that white haired old
woman and her little baby without
bite to eat or stick of wood to
make fire, while her husband and
only support was needlessly and
unlawfully locked up in Jail. have
encountered great many things
in my 25 years experience as a
federal and state officer, but have
never seen anything that was SO
damnably bad as the treatment
melted out to that poor family.
hurried to the home of an old
soldier close by and got some
wood to start fire. Then l went
to the nearest grocery store and
bought supply of food and left
the old woman fairly comfortable
for the time being. Mrs. Elliott
then told me of her troubles, CIV
hing in full every step that had been
taken in the preceding two months
l then investigated the case and,
having obtained all of the facts,
went back to Elliott at the county
Jail and told him of the condition
of things at home. l saw that he
wanted out and l went to Police
Commissioner Carl w. Tuerke, be-
ing introduced by w. II. Wits
comb, a Grand Army comrade, who
pleaded for justice for the old
man. l made two trips to see
Tuerke, who, after hearing the re-
cital of the case, remarked
MY God. that's awful. Let's call
in the chief"
| knew that Chief Sullivan had
heard of the case and | suggested
that Tuerke was sufficient to hear
it. / suggested an investigation
and Tuerke asked me to come
around the next day. 'I'll certain
ly look into this" he said.
The following day Tuerke asked
me if | would not take charge of
the investigation myself and get
the facts for him officially, agree
ing to pay me as the representa-
tive of the police department.
Il have had man at work
looking up this case, and he is still
engaged on it," said Tuerke. THE
investigation by him has not yet
been completed, as he has not
made very satisfactory report"
Now" l replied, Il don't want
any one else in this case except
myself. will get everything ready
for you to call and question the
witnesses for your own informa-
ton, and | will phone tou when
l am ready" To this Tuerke
agreed.
then went to the Elliott home
and after getting everything in
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12

shape called for Tuerke. After
some trouble l managed to get
Tuerke on the phone and told him
that l was ready. He said that
he would come right out and I had
the Elliott girl there in readiness
for him. She was in a hurry to
get away and by hard work did 1
induce her to remain. Imagine my
surprise when in walked Mr..
Tuerke accompanied by Chief of
Police Sullivan.
Tuerke did the questioning, Sui
Ivan occasionally interrupting to
ask something. To the girl Tuerke
put the question point blank.
"Who came and asked you to go
to the room of Glider and Hood?"
"Officer Glider" replied the girl.
did you know who he was?"
asked Tuerke.
YES" she replied, 81 knew that
he was policeman"
How long did you stay there?"
"Two weeks" replied the girl.
"Why did you not come homer"
asked Tuerke.
Il did not want to-" was her
reply.
Tuerke-Where any other women
there?
Rose Elliott-No.
Tuerke Who occupied the
rooms?
Rose Elliott-Gilder and Hood.
Tuerke-Did you know that they
were married?
Rose Elliott did not know it
personally, but l heard that they
We're.
Chief Sullivan-You got a threat
ening letter, didn't you?
Rose Elliott-Yes.
Sullivan-Who was it from?
Rose Elliott thought it was
from paps brother.
After all the facts in the case
were procured, showing beyond a
question of a doubt that the girl
had lived with the two officers,
Tuerke and Sullivan stepped out
side, headed toward the street.
In my presence and hearing Sui
Ivan made this remark to Tuerke:
"Mr. Tuerke, all that you can do
is to reprimand these boys and ask
them not to be guilty of such a
thing again"
Sullivan kept saying, "She's a
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BY DORA M. LYNN.

Tony crossed himself, vowing
he had left the goods at Nine.
Schenard's on the particular Thurs
day afternoon she had requested
it. Moreover he had shown the
slip signed by madam's own but
Ter.
The senior member of De-
vornew & Son wrinkled his brow
in perplexity. Tony seemed to be
right, for he had even described
madam's hall and DINING room in
which he had left the furniture.
But madam, a woman even
above suspicion, had proven that
she had not been at home the day
in question and kept no butler, in
fact no servants except a maid
who had also been away on her
weekly half holiday that after
noon. Furthermore it had not
been madame who ordered the fur
niture. A woman's voice, claiming
to be Nine. Schenard's, had
talked over the phone, describing
the furniture in question, which
was then in the show window, in
quired the price and ordered it
delivered on Thursday afternoon,
saying her butler would receive it,
as she would not be in, but
would send them a check.
The buzzing phone wires had
made 1t impossible to recognize
the madam's voice, but as she was
an old customer nothing was
thought of it.
Slowly the lines of perplexity
in the merchants face relaxed. He
knew Tony, but newly arrived in
Paris, was counting on being mar
ried the next week, for the Italian
had blushingly asked for two
days leave for a wedding trip to
the country. Why not tell Tony
there would be no pay and nc
leave until he had recovered the
stolen furniture or at least found
out whittier it had gone, when
there would be a reward and long
err leave. The senior Devorney was
sure it had been the work OF
thieves concealing themselves in
the vast catacomb Of tunnels un-
DERIVING the city, criminals whom
the police seemed powerless to com
bat. Anything reported to the po
lice criminal spies soon knew.
Tony had accepted the PROPOSE
ton eagerly. 1t meant more money
to offer his beloved Marie. But now
almost a month had passed with
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
BAD FOR ECZEMA
Water Frequently Aggravates Skin
Troubles.

Troubles.
In certain inland European dis
tricts where water Is seldom used
for bathing purposes the people are
almost immune from skin affec-
tons. The best authorities now
agree that soap and water are to
be avoided in the treatment of skin
diseases, particularly eczema when
present in the scalp or on the
feet. as water Is an irritant, and
when not actually the cause of
the disease, at least aggravates it.
For this reason prescriptions put
up in liquid or soap form, or con-
tanning grease or alcohol, have al
ways failed.
The new skin remedy, poslam, Is
flesh cOlored ointment, contain
ing no grease. Under its direc-
tons soap and water are forbidden.
1t may be used on the tender skin
OF infants with soothing and bene-
fetal effect, and in eczema cases
stops the itching Immediately,
rapidly restoring the skin to it's
normal condition.
Every druggist keeps both the
SOC size (for minor troubles) and
the 81 jar, and either of these may
be obtained at Murgittroyd's and
Ritter's as well as other reliable
drug stores.
But no one is even asked to pur-
chase poslam without first obtain
ing sample package, which will
be sent by mail, free Of charge. up
on request, by the Emergency
Laboratories, 80 West Twenty
fifth street, New York City.
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PLEASE
TELL ME
WQMEN'S QUESTIONS
A n 8 w q r Il D BY
Cynthia Grey

Dear Miss Grey-Is 1t proper for
a girl to accept presents from a
married man? HEARTBROKEN.
A.-No.
Dear Miss Grey begin to dis
like the men from seeing so many
disgusting actions and listening to
their "hot air." Several call on me,
take me to theaters and suppers
and send me candy. Some Of them
think l am in love with them, but
am not. l Jolly" them simply
to get expensive suppers and good
time, and the poor fellows don't
seem to find it out. Is this very
bad? VERA D.
A.-Certainly. Besides, you are
doing something you condemn in
others. You say you are tired OF
"hot air." "Jollying" is only an
other name for "hot air." Girls who
follow your tactics really gain
nothing and lose much. True men
admire gentle womanliness in girls
more than any other quality. Your
present attitude will cause you un-
happiness.
Dear Miss Grey have hand
some bearskin, but it is so greasy I
cannot use it for a rug. How can l
remedy this? Is white silk null
nice for a graduation dress? How
shall l have it made? May sash
be worn with it? A. B. G.
A.D Consult a furrier. (2) Yes.
Make it simply, with round low cut
neck and very short sleeves A
touch of hand embroidery or smock-
ing would add much to its attrac-
tiveness. Sashes are fashionable
and becoming to girlish figures.
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bad one, she's a bad one"
Tuerke sat in the same seat with
me going downtown. He said that
it,was a serious matter as to what
to do in the case.
l told him that it would not take
me minute and a half to settle
it. saw that as soon as Sullivan
announced his conclusions that it
was all off. l had asked Tuerke to
keep Sullivan out of the case in
anticipation of such a result.
My connection with this case,
both in the first call on Elliott and
Judge Mann and in the subsequent
investigation at the request of Mr..
Tuerke, was solely that of a Grand
Army man intent on relieving a
comrade in distress. The matter
was called to my attention as chair
man of the relief committee and in
this way l became interested in
the case. j. E. CLARK.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
IA SHIONS

Baby necks are employed upon
all types of children's dressy frocks.
The use of brilliant blue with
black is a late fad in millinery.
Tulle turbans are very simple,
having little else than the coils and
twists of maline, with small aigret
or ornament on the side.
Chatelaines are extensively used
in gold and silver and other metals.
Allover net, plain and tucked, Is
much favored for yokes and chem
isets.
An influence of the Chantecler
vogue is found in the adjustment of
the hat trimming. which is often
massed at the back.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
Beware Of Ointments for Ca
tarrh That Contain Mercury.

~ mercury will surely destroy the sense
Of smell and completely derange the
the mucous surfaces. Such articles should
never BE- used. except on prescriptions
from reputable physicians. as the damage
they Will DO 10 tenfold to the good you
Catarrh Cure. manufactursd by !.
Cheney & Co., Toledo. o., contains NO
mercury. and II taken internally. acting
directly upon the blood and mucous sur.
faces Of the system. In buying Halls
Il 10 taken internally and made In To-
ledo. O.. by r. J. Cheney & Co. Test
0onials free.
Sold BY Druggists. Price TO per bottle.
Take Halls Family Pills for constips-
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
FROM MARY'S
COOK BOOK
Oyster Pie.

Oyster Pie.
Line a deep dish with good pas
try. Roll out upper crust and put
on plate just the size of pie dish.
Set on top of the dish and bake un-
til nearly done. While the crust is
baking prepare the oysters. For
one quart of oysters take the yolks
of three eggs boiled hard and crate
them into the strained oyster
liquor, add two tablespoons butter,
same of cracker crumbs. season
with salt and pepper. Let it just boil,
then slip in the oysters and boil up
once. Pour into the pie dish, put
the top crust on and return to the
oven for five minutes.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
PIANO QUALITY AT A
MODERATE PRICE

There are two considerations
now for people who want the best
in pianos. II they decide to pur.
chase the piano for manual playing
only, they want the Chickering &
Sons; but should they want .
pinao that anyone can play. they
should buy the Weber Pianola
Piano, the worlds standard.
Often homes that purchase these
fine instruments already have
splendid high-grade pianos that
they turn in as part payment on
the new one; consequently we are
able to offer some remarkable bar
gains in secondhand. slightly used
and odd styles Of pianos and play
er-pianos, some like new.
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BANQUET AT HALL OF DOGES.
SOROSIS CLUB MEETING.

The Spokane SOrosis held a most
delightful meeting and informal
afternoon yesterday with Mrs. A. J.
Schiller at her home on Second
avenue.
The day was devoted to "Juve-
nile Writer'S and the affair proved
one of the most delightful of the
series of meetings this season. A
special musical and literary pro-
gram was prepared for the occa-
sion.
Mrs. Edith c. Grosvenor was
elected as representative to the
National Federation of Woman S
clubs to be held in Cincinnati, Ohio,
in May.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
BRILLIANT AFFAIR AT WEIGH
HOME

1Nelch home on Seventh ave-
Ne was the scene of a brilliant
affair last evening when Mrs.
Frederick Wilson and Miss Eleanor
WEIGH received about $50 members
of the younger society set at a
dancing party in honor of Mr.. and
Mrs. James Welch, who have been
home but a short time from their
honeymoon trip abroad.
The attractive decorations of
bright blossoms blended with the
beautiful gowns of the ladies and
presented most brilliant aspect.
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eagerly he raced to tell his en-
ployer.
Later developments showed those
in the cavein to have been well
known criminals. Following the
tunnel with its tiny cars and tracks
Tony and the police were able to
make their way half across the city.
where they found one flight OF
steps led them up to . door open
ing into the side wall Of Nine.
Schenard's cellar. From there It
was evident that the criminals had
watched and learned madam's
plans, and then received the goods
and taken them away to their own
lair.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
FROM LITTLE
PRESS READER
For the Story Club.
THE FISH AND THE FALLS

, Once a little fish came to a I
, fall, but the falls would not ,
, let him by. 4
, So the little fish said, Here,
let me by"
, But the falls laughed at him.
, So the fish went to another
, river and got by.
, Then he laughed at the falls. 4
, Composed by Harold l.. 4
, Towner. Age Z years and
months. 4
B . . D . . . . y . . . . . . Z
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Social Gbents III @pokare

a few of the intimate friends and
relatives of the young couple.
Following the ceremony we'd
ding reception was given at the
home of the brides parents, Mr..
and Mrs. H. M. Stevens, at 02177
Hamilton avenue.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wells will be at
home after May / at Walla Walla.
& & &
MANITo CLUB ENTERTAINED.
Mrs. A. P. Meeker was hostess
last evening when she entertained
the members of the Mantle club at
her home on Twenty-third avenue.
The early part of the evening
was devoted to dancing and later
the home was temporarily trans
formed into ball room where the
guests enjoyed a few hours at
dancing.
CARNATION CLUB MEETS
TODAY.
The members of the Carnation
club were entertained today by
Mrs. j. w. Crosby at her residence,
E415 Baldwin avenue. The meet
ing was called at 2 p. m. After a
business session a social hour was
enjoyed.
4 & &
MRS. NEWMAN ENTERTAINS
THE CULTUS CLUB.
The Cultus club members are
holding a meeting today at the
home of Mrs. d. c. Newman on
Riverside avenue.
& 4 8
GUILD MEETS TODAY.
The North Side chapter of the
All Saints cathedral guild will
meet at the church home for chill
dren at the corner of Empire and
Lidgerwood street Wednesday
afternoon.
BANQUET AT HALL OF DOGES.
The Hall of the Doges was the
scene of an interesting affair last
evening, when, in honor of H. l..
Rosenfield, chief assistant to the
president Of the Equitable Life In
surance company. and Franklin C.
Wells, medical director, the local
members of the Equitable enter
tanned at banquet.
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MAS. CORNELL IS HOSTESS.

MRS. CORNELL IS HOSTESS.
Yrs. l.. B. Cornell received in
formally the members of the "63
club" this afternoon at the Cornell
residence on Sixteenth avenue.
This is one of the last of a series
of delightful parties given this sea-
son among the members OF this
club.
A court luncheon was served at
1 o'clock and later the guests en-
joyed a few games of whist. About
25 ladies were present.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
StampedLinenSale

Stamped linens for every purpose; the prices consd
erably reduced from usually low figures We omit
the values the reductions vary considerably but you
will readily recognize the big saving giving at
the following prices:
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MISS HAM ENTERTAINS.

Miss Gladys Ham was hostess at
one of the charming affairs of the
week yesterday afternoon when
she entertained in compliment Of
Mrs. Bruce Blake.
The Ham residence on Seventh
avenue was prettily decorated
with a color note of yellow and
white, daisies being the flowers
used At / o'clock a delightful
luncheon was served and later the
guests devoted the hours to bridge.
Thirty-five guests were present.
Miss Ham will be hostess at the
second of a series for Mrs Blake
today.
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12

(Social news is daily feature of
The Press. Any one wishing to In
sert such news should send it, sign
ed, to the society editor or telephone
it before 10 o'clock in the morning.)
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
Welded IN NEW YORK.

An event of interest to Spokane
society people was the wedding Of
Miss Emiline Sweeny, daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Sweeny of
New York city, and Lieutenant
Corbin, which was celebrated to-
day at 5 o'clock at the Sweeny
apartments in the Apthrop on
Broadway.
Miss Sweeny was formerly a
Spokane girl and was extremely
popular among the younger set.
Lieutenant Corbin Is the nephew of
Adjutant General Corbin.
The young people will make their
future home in Maryland.
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CHURCH WEDDING.

Myra Stevens and Harry A.
Wells We're married last evening at
8 o'clock at the Central Christian
church.
The service was read by the
Rev. c. F.. Stevens, pastor of the
church, and was witnessed by only
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
MILDLY
WAISTS

Designed expressly for school
misses and young women, these
natty sailor waists are the nov
city of the season.
They come In white null.
with a navy turnover collar OF
flannel. trimmed with white
white braid and embroidered
stars in true midshipman style;
another style has Peter Thomp-
son yoke, with light blue trim
mings on cuffs. collar and
sleeves; another style has coed
turnup at bottom. with large
pearl buttons.
These MILDLY" waists are the
really new fad for the younger
set. Our prices. In all sizes. are
$l.25 and SITS
The Spokane press. [volume] (Spokane, Wash.) 1902-1939, 1910-04-12
THIS WEEKS BARGAINS

PLAYER PIANOS
HaIlet 4 Davis, 89-note
Lester, 65-08 note
Decker, mission, 8a-noto
kreiI auto-srand, 65-note
Auto-piano, 65-88 note
Ideal Piayer-Piano, 65-note
w have made noteworthy reduc-
lions on all these player-pianos.
Prices range from $3.50 up.
PIANOS
Chlckering
Pease GabIer
Nelson Steger
Smith 4 Barnes
New England and others
TERMS AS LOW As % A MONTH
We guarantee these Instruments
the same as our regular line.
An early call will secure the best
selection.
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CARNATION CLUB MEETS
GUILD MEETS TODAY.

The North Side chapter of the
All Saints cathedral guild will
meet at the church home for chill
dren at the corner of Empire and
Lidgerwood street Wednesday
afternoon.
The daily Alaskan., 1910-12-29
IF A B.S
 AT IDITAROD

uee-las Ji loeal members of -ae NGc-c Erosleraood, was held on Ned ray eseans at J l. Jchus5c2e's --a --l-s a- which the ,a-lLa- steps a.r laSra a, 1-s4l-ze a camp oi
 - Brotherhood. aere- Geo N, Ar buckle was u Jhe chan and q J. Lolsac vas seSrelary- Some e'sa- lea members we're present, represent us most o5 -he Alaska camps A1
 application tcs a charter fer Camp galaroJ has been forwarded Co Grand A-e-, Recorder Keller, az SkagTay, !, and -a -l- ueaaJime the charter ms@ 5ersa.g rcG nay be sssued by those aesElaz J5 become members, al tae Cly uvag SloCe-IdilaCOj NugseL
The daily Alaskan., 1910-12-29
MAYOR KELLER
 GAP.TULATES

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 Eags 5l the ..g rr- a= .a--aGu. e- a- ees ak ID che a t1ae ll. a.-a -4 Sa y-y = .-e-har .c -- .Fc veu Eau.a -sear.-a -s -- -- same aal here tg SsaEay
 m. army J5 .ee-=-l- ---=-=-s- e. -r. Hon Eecegg Lgaa g- Hr-a--rs- r4ua Lsaraega.- Hg- Barney h. Gee a. Wa.lsllrse El Be-=ea . wl--eag-se Gegg5s J. A---a -l en- F... Ela-ur Coal ag-ay- A Preston uue Fa--au and "A. --agas A srea. reunion was -- and --- members gl rle party a-- aaaaae-e5 a- I1e Esa1
The daily Alaskan., 1910-12-29
IRE SHIPMENTS
 ID BE REGULAR

AEtsr Jae HrsI of the year iJ is eN- peJsd rhat the Conrad mines wilI be shipping one ear load Og ore through go SkasUay every day For Iae past several months theCe have hsea IT. resglar shipments trom the PgoPerSiss as the Conrad syo0p 0E mines bDc N,r, vanee ul the B5g Thlas and rhe VeagS
 mines has prepared the way for reg uGu- shipments
 There Is a Erse toCee ct men al work aoR and ss Jhe pVCpecN opens u1 and develops to is hl0 capacity more men and j1reaseJ shipments vsl resu,L Part 0t the ore sOss e
 -sE a- La5ysE-a near Vie -1za and pars Is diverted % ae sHe.slr ls racoGa.
The daily Alaskan., 1910-12-29
NEW MILL FUR
 WHITEHORsE

The sawmzll which $ beng n- scaled by William Chaaaer near Sae Dawson -al about ten mIles north 0E 1oWn val be saving lumber bS ne l9la 0E Janga-y. says the WhIVeSSrse Sar. For ne past moaIo or more Chamber EiJh a iO0ee oS men, has been aE w0rS Oa the mill seSEing 5S ,za az-8 .z..-u=--- ---~ t-~s- =~ - - ter Lhey now have 0uE sIEffSclsnL 70 cut lG0900 feet of AIm6er
 In che locality of the mil is a splendid tract oE timber, Che best for purposes of manufacturing lumber in this part o5 the eoURCy, As White horse VIII be the grtncfpa1 marked tor the lumber saved ac me mil.
 $ 1o be hoped there will be suE sicien5 revival in business circles eo create an active demand.