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Evening star., 1914-12-22
WILL URGE EARLY START
OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
Directors of the Chamber of Com
merce to Appeal to District
Commissioners.

The District Commissioners are to be
urged to order the starting of all pub
lie improvements for which appropri-
ations are available. so that work may
be given the unemployed in the Dis
trict. as result of decision reached
by the directors of the Chamber of
Commerce last night a committee
consisting of 2. T. Moran. John Dolph,
A. II. Rogers, George P. killian and
Oliver Metzerott was appointed to call
on the Commissioners and urge the
speeding up" of public improvements
which have been authorized and for
which funds are available.
The special committee headed by P. p.
Moran reported to the directors that
there is nearly 81 100000 available for
public improvements in the District
and that there has been much unneces-
sary delay in getting these works
under way Attention was called to the
Evening star., 1914-12-22
HUGE TREE DEPOSITED
ON THE CAPITOL PLAZA
Pine Sixty Feet in Height to Be Dec.
Grated for Christmas
Festival.

Washington's second community
Christmas tree became 4 fact today.
when a huge truck brought a siXty-foot
pine tree to the plaza at the east front
of the Capitol, where a force of work.
men was in readiness to erect it on a
pedestal which had been built before
hand The tree was donated by Wilton
NJ. West of Suitland Park. Prince
Georges county. Md. 1t is about fifteen
feet higher than that which was the
center of attraction at last years COM
munity Christmas festi-aL The tree
really is two trees splced together.
It will not be set in position until to-
morrow.
Chairman T. r. s. Embrey has called
a meeting of the public order commit
tee for 4 o'clock this afternoon to dis
cuss the manner in which the Capitol
plaza is to be policed during the fes-
tival. The Capitol and metropolitan
police are to be on hand to enforce
order
Evening star., 1914-12-22
Autos Not Admitted to Plaza.

Automobiles and other vehicles will
not be permitted in the plaza. but must
be parked outside the grounds. BY this
arrangement the noise of the machines.
which was the source of considerable
annoyance during the festival last year.
will be eliminated.
Contributions to the fund with which
to defray the expenses of the festival are
being received at the headquarters of the
executive committee in the Board of
Treasurer Edmund S. Wolfe in the Dis
trict National Bank: but considerably
more money must be Forthcoming. Up
to date slightly less than S400 has been
received. but this is not enough to meet
the expenses. More money is needed, the
executive committee reports.
Contributions of all sizes are welcomed.
No matter if it's only a nickel or a
dime, it is gratefully received.
Evening star., 1914-12-22
SAYS BRYAN OFFICIALS
LACK NERVE OR SENSE
Mann Denounces Mexican Policy of
Administration and Is Rebuked
by Fitzgerald.

Before passing the urgent deficiency
measure reported from the appropria-
tions Committee yesterday, the House
heard Representative Mann of Illinois
arraign the administrations Mexican
policy during q discussion of the item
of 54.S71.2+ for transportation of the
army and supplies, occasioned by NOV
ing troops to Mexico.
"The impotent policy of the Bryan adj
ninistration' is the term Mr., Mann
used in opening up the subject.
This BILL he said, carries over half
a million dollars to pay the expenses of
our troops at Vera Cruz. sent there for
the purpose of obtaining salute Of
twenty-one guns. which has not yet
been given. Those who are satisfied
with the results of conditions in Mexi-
CO may smile complacentiy over it, but
the people of the country deeply regret
the chaotic, awful conditions in Mexico,
which exist simply because we have
not had anybody at the head OF any
thing who had any nerve or sense"
Fitzgerald Replies.
In reply Representative Fitzgerald of
New York said:
During the last administration, when
President Taft, republican, was In
the White House, the President and
Vice President of Mexico were assas-
sinated. Conditions in Mexico were un-
bearable long before the democratic
party came into power in this country
While not knowing all of the horrible
details of the atrocities being commit
ted, I do know that it is hardly cred
ible that any intelligent man In the
country, particularly any intelligent
man in this House, has any belief
whatever that the administration OF
the United States, either present or
past, is at all responsible for or has
instigated or connived at the situation
existing in our neighborhood republic.
Difficult, Delicate, Trying Task.
Il think we all, regardless of party,
realize that whoever is in control OF
the administration of this country has
a sufficiently difficult, delicate and try
ing task in endeavoring to adjust mat
ters so that life and property Will
speedily be more secure in Mexico
without having any one in this countfy.
for partisan, political or other selfish
ends attempt to embarrass the admin
istration by arouSing the sentiments OF
the people of the country by the cir
culation of misleading. inaccurate and
ill-tempered statements.
with this orief reference to the SIT
uation in Me xico, and in the spirit OIL
Christian peate prevalent at this time,
especially in4 our own land, ! unite
with all other good and patriotic citi-
zens-including those misguided ones
who have been adhering so long to
the republican party-in indulging in
the hope that peace will speedily set
tie upon Mexico, and that her citizens
may enjoy a happiness, a contentment
and a freedom from turmoil which
they have long been denied.
Evening star., 1914-12-22
southwest. Interment at London Park. Bali
more. Md. (Baltimore. Nd. papers please

" more. Nd. s Baitmers. Nd. .'I papers ' please
copyl
SPEAKMAN
Members OF Victory Council. No. I, y. Of A,
are hereby notified Of the death Of Sister JBN-
ME Z. SPEAKMAN the 2lst instant, sud
denly, Her funeral. which the members Of th.
from her late residence. No. Sos ID street south
west, Wednesday. December q. at 10 o'clock
Councillor Sister ANNA NAUck
J. II. HOWELL, Recording Secretary.
STEWARD. On Monday. December Il. 1914. ar
bis, his residence Nd p-Ms1 MssnolIs nrEwasE Chevy
Funeral from his late residence on Wednesday.
December .. at pm. 90
ToI.IvER
All members of Queen Deborah's Council. No. 1.
D. at 1f the be- tsnp aS to
bsr 22 lsii to make ATT aF5angs%ents .n for the iS
MARY BURNETT, R s
WHITE On Sunday. December 20, 1914 FAN
ME b. beloved wife OF John W. White.
aged hfty-fovr years.
4 precious one from US has gone,
4 voice loved Is stilled
place is vacant IN our home
Which never can be filed.
God in His wisdom has recalled
The boon His love had given.
And though the body slumhers here
The soul is safe in heaven.
Funeral from her daughters residence Mrs VI.
Crandall. Mount Rainier. Md. TUESDAY.
December -. at pm. Intermclt at Con
-ressonal cemetery.
WILLIAMS on Sunday. December 20 1911, a
her residence, AS Morton street nortl.wes.
BLANCHE. wife OF lieiter Williams. and
daughter of Sarah Childs, sistcr-in-law O.
Ruby Williams. sister of Rosa Stewart. MARY
Bates. Annie Milton and Edmonia Ssephard.
Funeral Wednesday. December %. at . O'Clock.
from First Baptist Church, corner Sherman
and Lamont streets northwest, Rev.
Daniel Washington, pastor.
WILSON. On Monday, December 81 1914.
late James f. Wilson OF the United State
revenue service.
Funeral from the residence Of her son, cas-
French street northwest Thursdsy. De
cember "a, at pm. Friends and relatives
invited to attend. Interment at Glcnwood
cemetery. Savannah. Ca. papers please
copyl y
Evening star., 1914-12-22

fact that the contracts for the Western
and new colored high schools have not
been signed. although the bids were
accepted more than a month ago.
TIE directors also voted to urge upon
Congress the enactment of legislation
providing for the creation of national
labor exchange patterned after those in
Great Britain. The operation of these
exchanges was explained to the board
by Prof. p. j. Lennox of the Catholic
University. who several years ago in
vestigated labor conditions in Europe
for the Department of Commerce and
Labor
Evening star., 1914-12-22

Centennial Lodge. No. IA, F. A A. NJ
of which he had been a member since
1873. Interment is to be private.
Mr. Block was born in Baltimore
county Md. in 1S49. He came to Wash
ington when he was thirteen years old
and had lived here ever since. He was
a member Of the Association of Oldest
Inha bitants He had been with the
firm of Eiseman Bros, dth and E
streets. thirty eight years.
His wife, Mrs Emma Block, and two
daughters, Mrs. George Efferen and
Miss Helen Block. survive him.
Evening star., 1914-12-22
Navy Industrial Management Plan.

The industrial management system
has been extended to the Norfolk navy
yard. Naval Constructor Watt, for
mer chief of the bureau of construc-
tion and repair. will become industrial
manager of the Norfolk plant. with
Constructors Dubose and Radford as
his assistants. If success attends the
innovation at Norfolk. the system
>proba bly, will be extended to other
yards throughout the country.
Evening star., 1914-12-22
CHARLES BLOCK IS DEAD.
Member of Association of Oldest In.
habitants Passes Away.

Charles Block, sixty-five years old,
died early this morning at his home,
633 Lamont street northwest, following
an illness of three weeks. Funeral
services are to be held at the family
residence Thursday afternoon at 1
o'clock, under auspices Of Washington
Evening star., 1914-12-22
In Memoriam.

| BOWEN. In sad but loving remembrance Of my
Art ARD s BoWEN, DS Of " %rnTton, @S[ Ta % who d.
| parted is life twenty one ycaIs ago today,
+. Bowen OF Washington. y e. and sarah
v. Tomphson and Charity L. Jackson OF Ar
lington, Va.
The pains of death are past,
Labor and sorrow cease.
And ifes long warfare closed al last
This soul is found in peace.
ERNEST ". BOWEN. AUSTIN r. BowKN
AND CLARENCE @. BOWEN.
HAI.sroCK. To the loving remembrancc of ny
dear wife. MoLI.E j. IAii.sToCk. who died
asrSssr Of ago the sos s Wm and Mss
ders. also the sister of Mrs u; l-azen erry
and Miss Fanny Saunders and William saun-
| ders, jr.
Her mother and father have crossed the dars
valley and gone
Her TT tolls arc ended her sorrows are passed
For death is no moro than a dream.
Sleep on. dear wife and take your rest.
For such you thc Savior died to bless.
BY HER LOVING HUSBAND. CHAs. J. HAIL
STOCK.
HALsrock In 19yng 5emsnysnSe 2psps Of %S. On,
died one year ago today. December -, 1918
All tie pain and grief is DER;
Every restless tossing passed.
She is now at peace forever,
Safely home in heaven at last.
FANNIE.
our dear son and brother WILLIAM ellis
HAWKINS who calmly left us two years ago
''pss' Deeein'et BIZ THE FAMILY
band and father. WILLIAM JAMES JOHN
son. who departed this life one year ago, Dc
ceml,er -, 1913.
Over the hills not far away
Your spirit has silently flown
To that heavenly realm above
Which will make our home
BY HIS DEVOTED WIFE AND CHILDREN.
R1DGEL In sad but loving rememSranGs, or m oqr
dear n, son ana sn Hsars ago today pecember
%, 1905.
Rest in peace"
BY HIS PARENTS AND SISTER.
scHREYBR In sad hut loving remembrance Of
= our dear father. GEORGE SCHREiEi.. wls
her %. 1913
One year has passed our hearts still sore;
AS time goes on We miss our father more'
His loving smile and gentle face-
BY HIS LOVING CHILDREN.
ing father. GEORGE sCHREIER. who de
parted this life one year ago today. Decen-
ber %, 1918.
Affiction sore long time he bore,
ysicians were IN VAIN la .
God thtaIght 1t best that he should rest,
And relieved him of his pain
Ont in Congressional. sweetly sleeping,
Where the trees their branches wave,
Lies our dear and loving father
In his cold and silent grave.
A gentle voice is hnshed,
4 warm, true heart Is stilI,
His hands are cIasped upon his breast,
We ave kissed his darling brow.
In our aching hearts we know
We have no darling father now
Ry HIS LOVING DAUGHTERS. MRS. MAR
HOLLAND AND MRS, MAh1
BURROUGHS
ToIIlyER In loving remembrance of our dear
mother. HANNAH j. TOltllN FL. VINO oieo
one year ago today. December D., 1913
One precious to heart has gone,
The voice loved is stiiled.
The place made vacant IN our home
Can never he filled.
We shall never to love her,
Though her form is hidden from view,
And some day shall again meet her
Around Gods throne in life anew.
HER DAUGHTERS. EMMA FINNEY AND lsE-
BECCA L. TOLLNER.
TOILVER In sad but loving rernenhrance OF
our dear grandma. HANNAH J. TfDbl-isER,
who died year ago today, december =.
1918.
While sh, lies in peaceful sleep.
Her sacred memory we shall always Keep
HER RGRANDDAUGITERS, HENRIETTA HOW
ARD AND VIOLA BROOKS.
Evening star., 1914-12-22
Sealskin Sale DELAY Approved.

Postponement by the Secretary of
Commerce of the annual auction of
sealskins from seals of the Pribilof
Islands killed for food purposes, was
authorized by the Senate yesterday in the
adoption of resolution introduced by
Senator Thornton of the fisheries COM
mittee. Senator Thornton declared that
the postponement of the auction was
occasioned by assurances that no for
eign buyers will compete this year for
the skins
Evening star., 1914-12-22
Exchange Feace Pact Ratifcations,

Spanish Amba assador Riano and Sec
retary Bryan have exchanged ratifca-
tions of the investigating commission
peace treaty recently agreed to be-
tween the United States and Spain. The
treaty is effective from date.
Evening star., 1914-12-22

Bloodhounds are pursuing two masked
bandits who attacked Mrs. Gretchel Os-
wald. seventy-hve years old. living about
seventeen miles south Of Huntington, ".
Va. She was forced to tell where she
had hidden $500.
Evening star., 1914-12-22

Ex-Representative George ~ Pearre OF
the sixth Maryland district has left Johns
Hopkins Hospital for his home IN Cum
berland, where he will spend the Christ
mas holidays.
Evening star., 1914-12-22

Gov. Stuart announced at Richmond,
Va. the names of eight convicts to whom
Christmas pardonS have been granted.
Evening star., 1914-12-22
Athletic Supplies

soc Foot Ball Nose
Masks. SOC.
s1.oO Base Ball Gloves.
7sc.
S1.25 Foot Balls. 9Sc.
$3.50 Striped or Plain
Jerseys, SSc.
$500 Punching Bags,
$1.4D.
$3.50 Wire Spring Ex-
ercisers, $1.49.
$3.50 Boxing Gloves.
$1.9S.
$500 Blouvelt Coat
Sweaters, $f.9S.
SO Mackinaw Coats.
$40.
Skates and Sticks.
25c Hockey Sticks, 19c.
75c Sled Skates, 49c.
$1.25 Nick e e d Ice
Skates, 9Sc.
$1.75 All Key Hockey
Skates, $I.40.
$3.50 Welded Runner
Skates. $2.9S.
Evening star., 1914-12-22
K. A. WUSTROW

$50 l1tb ST NV.
s,Ie floral Designing, Cut Flowers. Ferns.
.ris Palms, etc. Decorations for Weddings
rails and all sncial affairs. Phone NJ. S25s.
IS iecial attention to Xmas orders.
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1914-06-05

The Sccrcss You will soon
marry 4 man with loads Of money
who will give give you a princcIy
2llp%e9Haeees Two dollars, please, =
The Customer III pay YOU
ont of thu allowance Good byy,
Cleveland PLAN Dealer.
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1914-06-05
WIN The Fan Makers

Maud You seem to like
Jacks attentions. Why don
you marry him.
Marie Because ! like his at
tcntions. Z"
Keep your eye on the girl who
always allows her mother to do
the houseWork while she idles
about town. Soon you will see
her with a sporty dude for her
best fellow, and She wears the
extreme in fashionable clothes;
then She gets married and you
can safely predict that her lot in
life will be weeping, Walllng and
Washtubs. Houston tMo.) Her
aid,
Mistress "Of course, ! don't
wish to put any obstacles IN the
way Of your getting married, but
| wish it were possible to post
pono it until get another maid. "
Mary Ann We'll, mum, !
'ardIy think | know i'm we'll
enough to arsk i'm to put it off y
Tid-Bits.
Creditor You couldn't 90
around in your fine auto
mobile if you paid your debts, =
Debtor That so, I'm glad
you look att in the same light
that | do" Boston Transcript.
George, who lives IN London,
happened to meet the vicar Of
his native parish the other day
and eagerly asked after some Of
his old acquaintance.
And old Mr.. jones' he ask
ed. Have YOU seen him lateIy?'
The vicar shook his head. II
shall never see him again, he
answered, slowly. Mr.. Jones
has gone t. heaven. Tid-Bi
He what do youthink about
introducing this mediation"
She Is that the newest
l..
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1914-06-05

Pat was servant of a farmer,
and in his charge was a donkey,
which was kept inv amuse his en-
pIoyer's children, The donkey
was following the farmers wife
round the yard one day, and the
farmer, turning to Pat, said:
| think that donkey is taking
a liking to my wife.
Och, " said Pat, shure, and
it is not the first donkey that $
tooka liking to her. sir. >
A carpenter sent to make some
repairs in a private house entered
the apartment of the lady of the
house with his apprentice and
began to work.
Mary" the lady said to her
maid, see that my ieWcl-casc
is locked up at once y
The carpenter understood. He
removed his watch and chain
from his vest in a significant
manner and handed them to his
apprentice.
John, - said he, : take these
right back to the shop. 1t seems
that this house is 'tsafe. " Har-
per's.
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1914-06-05

Don't you dislike man who
assumes to know moro than his
official aAaociatcs?' asked one
stateman,
Yes, " replied the other
'ParticuIarly if hemakcs good -
Washington Star
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1914-06-05

Mrs, Goodwin wish to select
a present for my husband, and |
can't find anything suitable. He
doesn't smoke or drink, or 90 out
nights or play cards.
SaIesperson Is he fond of
fancy work?
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1914-06-05

He What do you think about
introducing this mediation"
She Is that the newest
step Baltimore American,
Roanoke Rapids herald. [volume] (Roanoke Rapids, N.C.) 1914-192?, 1914-06-05

In WASHINGTON Next you
notice the perpetual smell of
orange blossoms, " said the man
on the rubhernecl WAGON.
Everybody shifted.
we are now approaching the
White House. " Kansas City
journal.
Most Of Us dreamin childhood
about having gold crown some
day"
We'll, we eventually reach
the dentist, " Kansas City Jour
nal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
ROOMS-WANTED-BOARD

A COUPLE wants a large. front, upstairs room. with or near bath; will consider rooms upstairs for light housekeeping; must be on car line; prefer to locate in South Highlands or Norwood. Ad-
 dress II. T.. 352 Peachtree st., Atlanta.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
TRAMP, PROTECTED BY DOG,
 DECLINES TO MOVE ON
New York World

From the New York World
 Columbus, O.-A tramp was sitting on fallen tree along the banks of Alum creek one Sunday afternoon and beside him lay a big coach dog. The owner of the land. who happened to come along just s the observer was getting a pie ture of the pair, ordered the tramp from the place. The tramp, however looked up indifferently at the landlord and made no effort to obey the command.
 The owner then proceeded to pick up large stick and drive the tramp away. Just at this time the big dog raised his head and began to growl As the man came forward to use the weapon upon the Vagrant the dog arose and stationed himself in front of his master In the animals eye there came an angered look and he growled viciousy at the land- lord. who lost his nerve and retreated promising, however. that he would have a constable attend to the tramp
 After the owner had departed the tramp
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02

ARRIVAL BIRMINGHAM
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
Sworn Despite His Name
New York Tribune.

From the New York Tribune.
 A present day George Washington had to take the oath just like any one else today when he appeared as an expert in the case of man who sued surety company because contractor built a house with a leaky roof.
 "Judge. I don't believe it necessary to place this witness under oath" said one Of the lawyers, when Washington was put on the stand.
 eve are not dealing with cherry trees, returned Judge Mountain, and the wit ness was sworn. He testified that the roof was leaky, but the jury decided that the owner couldn't recover damages.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
ONE CENT ! WORD
WANTED

RATEs-One cent a word day, no nd. taken for less than 2Sc for first inser- ton Crsb p,ust 1rc0munuy order
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
FOR RENT

DELMA APARTMENTS
 1115 s. 26TH ST Five rooms and sleeping. porch; tile front porch and bath; built-in book case and china closet, large closets, storage room in basement; furnish steam heat, hot and cold water gas range, shades and Janitor service These apartments are new and up-to- the minute, prices $55 to $65 J. l.. YANCEY R. E. & INS. CO II. l.. FARLEY, Rental Agt
 9-24t we fr- tu- tn FOR RENT--620l 1st ave, 10 rooms, mod ern house, facing East Lake car; large barn; $50. 6205 1st ave, 7-room, modern cottage. facing East Lake car $22 50. 4 rooms and reception hall, first foor s20. Phone Main 541
 FOR RENT--Newly papered completely furnished, S-room house on 16th ave-. S {; Good furnace; servants house on lot Phone Main 4S63-W after o'clock D. m.
 9-2-3t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02

lazly lay down on the log, stretched his arms and proceeded to take nap. The . dog lay down beside him, placed his head across the tramp's knees and watched the landlord until he was out of sight. very time a passerby would happen to walk near the tramp the dog would raise his head and watch him until he had passed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02

SHAVING 10c at 1921 4th ave 11-2s-tf WE sharpen safety razor blades better than new. 25c dozen. Send them parcel post. Robert Prowell Stove Co.,, Birming- ham. Ala. 5-14-tf WE buy second hand clothes, shoes, for cash Phone 15Sl 2116 Second. 1-20-tf WE buy secondhand furniture.
 TIDWELL x BACON FURNITURE CO, 2113 2nd ave. Main 165.
 S-2S-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
FOR SALE


 LISTEN-We have 45x140 feet of semi business property we'll located west of goth st., right in line for big fu- ture enhancement with sufficient in- come to pay all carrying charges; has 5000 per cent mortgage run ming five years. We can trade the equity in this property for unincum- bered residence What have you to offer? IT. D. Williams Realty Co.,, 1203-4 Jefferson County Bank Bldg. Main 2S5. 9-2-2t FOR SALE--Good gas stove. s6; ice box, s4. Call BPS South 18th st. 9-1-3t OWNER says sell even at a great sac rifice, corner lot 100x100, Ave. E; fine renting location, opposite cor ners held at s6500; this one given away for $500. Be quick. H. D. Smith, 206 Hood Bldg. 9-2-2t WILL trade well located 7-room resi- dence on 18th st. and 10th ave-; has three bedrooms upstairs and four rooms down. faces east. nice size lot, for smaller piece of property
 our price only $4500. H. D. Williams Realty Co.,, 1203-4 Jefferson County Bank Bldg. Main 2S5. 9-2-2t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
LONE GENT 4 WORDI0NE GENT 4 WORD|O
FOR RENT3L.ROOMS

RATES--One cent a word a days no aa.
 taken for less thnn 25c for first inser- iou. frsb ercauurpv prder.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02

THE St. Clair Springs hotel will be open till October 1. For rest, good food and splendid water this is the place.
 J. W. BRAZEAL, Manager
 9-2-2t-wed-fri
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02

SINGLE and double rooms, with splendid
 board $5.5O week. Kenny House, 1916 9th
 ave. S-9-3Ot
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02

TWO connecting furnished rooms for light housekeeping. 1872 7th ave. 7-10-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
FARM LANDS

WATES-One cent word a day, no nd. taken fs.r ies< than .5c tor first lnner- tian. Crsb must .e.pu,pnnv nrder
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-09-02
|ONE CENT 4 WORD|ONE GENT
FOR RENT

RATES-One cent word dayt nd
 taken for less tfan 35c for first inser- tlap Casf, r,pss s~rornnnps oriler