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The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

AN optimist,'' defines Dallas Ander-
son. rs an actor who strives not to
reach the top because he wants to be
with his friends"
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

| the play for their joint all-star pro-
duction. The first star whom We Sc
cured said Mr.. Frohman, was Otis
Skinner for the part of Jean Renaud
Mr. Skinner will leave his present
company after its engagement in Bos-
ton. The next star il Nat c. Goodwin
for the role of Dennis O'Rourke. Helen
Ware will play the role OF Madeline
, Renaud Florence Reed will act the
role Of Valentine. Elita Proctor Otis
that of Cranoinesse. Minna Gale
Haines will return TO the stage to play
the role of the duchess. Beverley Sit
greaves will also be in the cast. as
will Frederic de Belleville."
Ralph Herr has completed arrange
ments for another experiment with his
drawing power as a star. He will APP
pear in songless comedy called
Monsieur Poiret" from the pen or
John Jex. at present known as the
director of the Little Theater of Phil
adelphia. Ida Hamilton will be his
leading woman.
Jane Cowl and william Courtleigh
will be the principal players in Fred
eric and Fannie Locke Hattons The
Songbird." when il is acted expert
mentally In Los Angeles at the end
of this month.
The Schuberts have contracted with
Frances Pritchard and John c. Thomas
Of the Peasant Girl company, for a
long term under their management.
James Nelson. who plays Hewahewa,
the high priest in The Bird Of Para
disc this week at the Belasco. takes
over an hour at each performance to
make up. lie illustrates what grease
paint and cosmetic can do for the actor.
as he Is only VI years of age. but when
he appears in his character he is
man OF e.
Arnold Daily has made arrangements
with Charles Frohman by which he will
take possession OF the Garrick Theater,
New York City. on April 5. for a season
of Bernard Shaw's plays. The first pro-
duction will he You Never Can Tell"
DAILY, it will be remembered, WIS Shaw's
first histrionic disciple in this country.
Charles Ram Kennedy has been giving
readings OF his play, The Terrible
Meek" which is a peace document. in
Philadelphia.
Some Of the current Broadway attraC-
lions which are sure to be sent to Eng
land are The Song of Songs" Under
Cover" 'On Trial" Kick In and
sinners" Another that is likely to 60
with some changes in its travesties-is
Hello Broadway
Shakespearc's birthday is to he ceIe-
bratcd by the Drama League with a con
vention in Detroit, where the leaders in
the drama uplift movement are to meet.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Russia will dispossess Ln.W1 PEASANTS
in the province OF Georgia.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

A. H. Woods has secured the produ ing
rights of Common Clay" the Harvard
prize play. and will present it next sea
son In New York.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

1T is better to be satisfied with half a
loaf than 10 loaf all the time" is the
conclusion of Marguerite Hertz.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

The public is not interested in the
farewell Of an actress Marguerite Skin
vim insists. until she has justified their
interest in her welfare"
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Arnold DAILY will present You Never
Can Tell" which will be presented at the
I;arrick Thcatcr. Nv York. April ;.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Some of the current Broadway attrac-
tons which are sure to be sent to Eng
land are The Song Of Songs. Under
Cover" "On Trial Kick In and
sinners" Another that is likely to go
with some changes in its travesties-is
Hello Broadway"
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Shakespearc's birthday is to he Cele-
bratcd by the Drama League with con
venton in Detroit. where the leaders in
the drama uplift movement are to meet.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

man judges reproached him with in
gratitude. Not to admire Prussia and
everything Prussian has been the crime
of Prussian Poland for more than CEN
fury. of Alsace-Lorraine for forty-five
years and of Belgium for seven months.
The same man, who is a personal
friend of the heroic Cardinal MERCER.
gives the following description Of what
happened between the cardinal and the
German officers after the publication OF
the formers famous letter to the Catho-
lies of Belgium. which he has from Car
dinal Merciers own lips.
Officers Kept Waiting.
\ few hours after the letter had been
printed 4 detachment of Prussian SOL
diers under the command of two officers
OF high rank arrived at the Cardinals
palace. sent by the German governor.
After allowing the officers to cool their
heels for a considerable length of time
in his antc-Chamber the cardinal admit
ted them into his presence. They in
formed him that three very grave
charges were brought az inst him:
First. Of having said unpleasant and
wicked things about Germans.
Second. of having melted the people
against the lawful German authorities.
Third. Of having published his pastoral
letter ION patriotism and endurance"
without the permission of the censor
'As for the first point" the cardinal
replied IF | have said disagreeable
things against the Germans, il is be-
caus" you have committed these things
and what is wicked is not to have re-
vealed these crimes. hut to have cum
mitted them. Then YOU accuse me of
melting the Belgian people against, what
you call the lawful authorities. ask
YOU to read my letter over again and
you will find that I eNhort my people
to he patient and 10 endure your pres
ence here az penitenc" imposed by the
Lord. In regard to the third point,
can only say this. that ] am a bishop
of the Holy Roman church. and as such
acknowledge no sovereign hut his holt
ness the Pope. Good afternoon. gentle
men,
Prisoners Given Wine.
The officers hurriedly stated that the
cardinal would the next day receive a
visit of the governor in person. to which
row. ! am giving an audience tomorrow.
but | will see the governor the day after
tomorrow"
While we make ID a point Of honor To
treat our German prisoners we'll to such |
an extent even that German officers who |
ar" prisoners at DdgaiSnan are given !
champagne with their dinners, the Ger |
man statement that they. too are treat |
ing th"ir prisoners we'll and will con- |
tiuue to do So until tn" starvation i'm |
posed upon them by the British navy
rompels them 1" carry out the maxim |
that charity begins at home may he |
French painter of worldwide reputa-
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

The trouble with most singers" Paul
Ker insists. lis they use their range for
singing when they should use it for cook
ing"
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

What is needed in the theatrical pro-
fession at the present time. Suzanne
Jackson remarks. is more principal and
less interest"
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Charles Frohman anc r'avid Belasco
have selected "A Celebrate Case" as
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Maude Gilbert will be seen as Mrs.
Brooks in Paid in Full this week. The
part was first played by Lillian Atherton
and later by Julia Dean.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Diplomacy is the art of writing press
matter for the star that will not dis
please the manager" Dixie Hines re-
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

As a result OF negotiations begun in
January. Margaret Anglin has accepted
an invitation from Percival Chubb, act
Ing for the Pageant-Drama Association
or 81. Louis. to organize and head spe-
ciai company of Shakespearean players
10 appear In festival to celebrate the
shakespearean Tri-Centenary of 1916.
Leon Enrol, leading comedian in the
"Follies of 1914" fell from his perch in
the 'skyscraper'' scene In Indianapolis
recently. He broke three ribs.
the revival of 'Trilby,' which Joseph
Brooks will present at the Shubert The
alter, New York, next month. "Mr.
Myd's Mystery which was to have
been produced with Mr.. Holmes. has been
postponed.
Safety First is the name of the new
musical revue written by Tommy Gray.
produced by Ned Wayburn. owned by
Jack Singer. represented by Max Hart.
and played by Sophye Barnhart. Lou
Anger. and '.Skeet'' Gallagher, that Will
open at the Palace. New York. tomorrow
night.
1t costs SIP to see all the side shows
at the Panama Exposition.
The names Of the five Hawaiian sing
crs and players with THE Bird Of Para
disc" at the Belasco this week are w. X.
kolomoku, H. Waiwade. Ed. Kainniola
T. X. Kachuckaleponi. and W. &. Acke
They have been with the attraction four
years. having been brought over by
Oliver Morosco, from Hawaii. especially
for this play.
George Arliss in Louis y. Parkers
comedy, ''Dsraeli." follows Elsie Fergu-
son at tDe National Theater, his en-
gagement beginning Easter Monday.
Maude Gilbert will be seen as Mrs.
Brooks in Paid in Full this week. The
part was first played by Lillian Atherton
and later by Julia Dean.
rights of Common Clay" the Harvard
prize play. and will present it next sea
sen In New York.
At the present time. in spite Of the war
operations on both frontiers. Berlin
are full of advertisements Of
musical. theatrical. and vaudeville per
formanC's.
Can Tell" which will be presented at the
iiarrck Thcatcr. Nv York. April ;.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Charles Ram Kennedy has been giving
readings OF his play. The Terrible
Meek" which is a peace document. in
Philadelphia.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

AT 70 an actress wants fame" Helen
Evily observes; lat 90 she wants wealth
and at 40 she wants a part
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Tho east Of Thomas Rroadhurs,,s piece
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

Leon Enrol. leading comedian in the
F'ollies of 1914" fell from his perch in
the "skyscraper'' scene In Indianapolis
recently. He broke three ribs
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

! ". ". Warner is the featured member
/ OF Selwyn n Co.'S Under Cover" Com
pany now making a coast tour.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1915-03-21

George Arliss in Louis y. Parker's
comedy. ''Disraeli." follows Elsie Fergu-
son at the National Theater. his en-
Gagement beginning Easter Monday.
Tulsa daily world. [volume] (Tulsa, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1905-1919, 1915-12-19
For ImmcdInte Tse.

An old Rip Van Wrinkle OF fellow
went into country drug store and
asked for some powder.
Face gun or bug asked the
clerk. leaning far over the counter.
Bug" replied the old man, "and
mean to mind about wrappin' it up
Just blow it on my whiskers. Cot
trelNs Magazine
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
.

F1annelette, crepe. and lawn.
mostly one OF a kind. floral and
other dainty patterns. Values to 81.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
Pope Not For Germany.

PARIS, Feb. 21.-In an interview with
Cardinal Gasparri. papal secretary Of
state. obtained at Rome by Ernest Ju-
del, managing editor Of the Eclair. and
published by that paper. tho cardinal
is quoted as follows. In reference to the
fears expressed by French Catholics
that Pope Benedict and the Vatican IA
vor Germany In the war:
I'VE protest against rumors In France
that the Holy See Is for Germany and
against France. They are circulated
with the object Of stifing the present
Catholic revival in France.
"The role Of the Holy Sc In this fright
full war resembles that of mother
whose children are fighting. The mother
cannot blame one child or another be-
cause thereby sho would embitter the
conflict. Before everything. she must
beg her children to be calm and make
! peace.
"The Holy See cannot at this moment
| examine the combatants' mutual accu-
sations or decide which side lies In the
wrong. 1t cries for peace with all Its
strength and. unable to prevent the war,
| II Is trying by all the means in its power
20 render the consequences least pain
| full
"Only by guarding strictest impartial
| ity can it obtain any results"
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
Mrs. Friedling
Sues Husband
Asks Maintenance and Accounting
for Property, Alleging She
Was Abandoned.

Celia Friedling today filed two suits
In the District Supreme Court against
her husband. Harry Friedling, one for
maintenance and the other for account
ing for certain real estate alleged to
have been purchased with her money
and for the money derived from the
sale OF her business in 1919.
1t Is charged that tr,sd'ing "N"-
boned her and their four children short
ly after she property had been SOLD,
telling her that he would leave her In
some strange place without money II
she followed him.
1t Is alleged that she is entitled to a
fourth interest In the Rock Creek
Apartment House. which Is valued at
more than $15, 600 and other residence
property valued at 5000 Attorneys
Wilton ]. Lambert and Frederick r.
Whippler represent Mrs. Friedling.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
Big Aprons 45c

Two CO for 45c-Choice of Dolly
Warden piques. batiste. linene, and
percale; white and colors. New
spring styles. Sizes 3 to years.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21

Adults Mercerized Cotton Petit
coats, in black and colors. Some
with fitted tops. Regular and extra
sizes. Value. 75c.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21

This Basement
Coupon and 29c
for , or 3-quart
Enameled Coffee
Pot.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
PAPAL ENVOY IS SENT
TO PARIS AND LONDON
will Caution Clergy Not to Speak
Uncomp'imentariIy Of Ger.
many and Austria.

BERLIN. Feb. 2l-Pope Benedict XIV.
1t was stated here today. has sent a
delegate to Paris and London to eau
ton the French and English clergy of
the Catholic church not to make any
upcomplimcntary references to Ger
many and Austria in the divine service.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
Americans in French War
Hospital Will Marry

PARIS. Feb. 21.-The first romance Of
the American military hospital here
was disclosed by the announcement of
the engagement Of Dr. Benjamin Jab-
Ions and Miss Audrey Jakobi both we'll
known in New York. DR.. Jablons has
been at the head Of the laboratory de-
s. partment OF the American military hos
war Miss Jakobi has been serving as
nurse.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
Ban Pastoral Letter.

HAVRE. Feb. 21-The German mill
tary authorities have forbidden the
reading of the lenten pastoral letter
issued by Mgr. Heylen. bishop of Ma
muir. According to information re-
ceived here. 1t enumerates instances of
indisnities which he accuses Germans
his diocese.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21

children in Arcachon without parents tr
relatives. children who had drifted m
with the rush from the war-ridden dis
trict and were too bewildered to know
whence they came. Some day their
people may be found, till then they must
be cared for.
Stark Poverty Everywhere.
And among the townspeople stark
poverty Is rearing its ugly head. Area
chon Is a fishing village. on the Bay
of Biscay. the men trawling and oyster
ing, while some 5000 Of the women are
normally employed in the great fish,
canning factories. Now there arc no
men. Consequently. there are no fish.
and the factories have shut down.
throwing the women out of work and
cutting Off their one remaining source
Of revenue. A soup kitchen RELIEF has
been organized under the Red Cross.
which doles out rations to those in
need. Precious little meat goes into the
pot, but even bread and vegetables
must be paid for and the question Of
funds Is becoming pressing.
AT the beginning Of the trouble
funds were raised by concerts. collec-
tions. and generous private donations.
And when sum was raised sJfhCient
to run the two hospitals under the
lences undertaken by the organization
for six months everybody was jubilant.
BY that time, they all said, the war
would be over and things would resume
their normal condition. But now the
six months are gone. the money with
them. and the terrible war has just be-
gun"
Miss Boardman. president OF the
American Red Cross. to whom Miss
de Wilhorst has appealed. has promised
help and will send special box direct
to Arcachon. Moreover. she has given
her full support to Miss de Wilhorst In
the personal plea she is making. and Is
endeavoring in every way 70 make her
mission a success. Mrs. George Bliss,
2l32 Bancroft place, has offered to re-
ceive and transmit any donations that
may. be made for the relief of the suf-
ferers at Arcachon. or contributions
may be sent direct to NJ L. EscarraRuel.
lie Presidente de la Croix Rouge. No. 16,
No. 2s. Arcachon. Gironde, France.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
Brassieres dSc

All-over eyelet embroidery. trim
med with bands Of lace and en-
broidery. hook IN front style. All
sizes to A. Values to 81.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21
Corset Covers 15

Two CD for 45c-Lace and en-
broidery trimmed. ribbon run. All
sizes to A.
The Washington times., 1915-02-21

Two CO for 45c-choice of cross
in back or hook in front styles.
embroidery trimmed. Sizes to g.
Values to 5Oc.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-26

social event of unusual interest,
observed at Minden, Neb.. on September
II, was the triple golden wedding cele-
bration of Mr.. and Mrs. l.. r. Brown,
Mr. and Mrs. d. b. Topham and Mr.. and
Mrs. ID. {. Ayres. all pioneers of Min
den. Participating in the festivities at
the odd Fellows temple were members
of the Grand Army of the Repub lie,
Ladies' Circle, Sons of Veterans and rela-
tives and friends of the honored guests.
Rev. ]. w. Pressly of the Presbyterian
church performed the ceremony for Mr..
and Mrs. Brown; Rev. r. l.. WEIGH of
the United Presbyterian church, offlci-
ated for Mr.. and Mrs. Ayres; while Rev.
NJ. B. CarTnan remarked Mr.. and Mrs.
Topham.
Miss Alice Gordon opened the program
with the "Lohengrin" Wedding March.
Mrs, G. l.. Godfrey sang, Loves Old
Sweet Song" and Clarice slusser rend-
cred Fifty Years Ago" Mrs. r. l..
WEIGH read, THE Golden Wedding writ
ten for the occasion by Mrs. Julia NJ.
Klinck. Mrs. Emma Jones and Miss
Daisy Slusser wer so we'll received in
their duet, silver Threads Among the
Gold," that they responded with, When
You and Were Young, Maggie" Miss
Margaret Copeland favored the merry
company with, II Will Love You When
the Silver Threads Are Among the Gold"
The supper tables were decorated with
golden rods, cannas and marigolds, dainty
suggestions of the sunset of life.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-26
Shell Metal Used
To Make Ornaments

Correspondence of the Associated Press
PARIS, Sept. 22-Many OF the metal
artisans and engravers serving In the
artillery devote their leisure moments
to carving ornaments from aluminium
and copper taken from exploded Ger
man shells. These souvenirs, made be-
meath the bomb proof shelters at the
front. have been highly priced by the
recipients at home. and until q short
time ago II was impossible to buy them.
Recently a society was organized,
whose aim Is TO dispose OF these trinkets.
the proceeds OF their sale being for
warded directly to the men themselves
Each article is accompanied by a card
bearing the name and military address
of the maker. and IL desired the pur-
cashier may receive card OF acknowl-
edgment from him.
Aluminium rings are the most popular,
but lockets, brooches, bracelets, paper
knives, ash receivers paper weights, ink
stands, and various other articles Of
every day use are made. Tho Cross Of
Lorraine, emblem of Joan OF Arc. is n
favorito design for rings; four leaf
clovers, horse shoes, and occasionally
some special mark of the regiment are
also employed.
Exploded shells and fragments. are
used in many Partisan homes. as flower
pots, vases for cut flowers, umbrella
stands, and similar uses.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-26
DRY CONVENTION TO MEET
Seven Hundred Delegates Have
Filed Credentials for Gather
ing at Lincoln.
NOTABLE MEN ARE TO SPEAK
(From a staff Correspondent

(From Staff Correspondent
LINCOLN, Sept. 25.-(Special. lover
TOO delegates had filed credentials for the
Nebraska Dry convention, to be>held In
Lincoln next Wednesday and Thursday
September % and 30, according to an
nouncement made by the committee in
charge today.
The committee expects an attendance
Of 5000. The convention will be held in
the city auditorium.
The detailed program was made public
today.
The convention will be called to order
by Mayor C. w. Bryan at 1880 and - n
porary Chairman S. p Davidson VIII
make the opening address.
Following the appointment Of commit
tees and reports oil credentials, DR.. Perly
A. Baker of Ohio will deliver an address
The committee on campaign work and
organization will then report.
In the evening Bishop Frank Bristol
speaks.
A business session will feature the
Thursday morning program, with Judge
NJ. B. Reese. Judge A. c. Epperson, II
E. Sackett, Chancellor William OeschgeI
of Cotner university. Judge z. p. Holmes
and ]. N. Dryden of Kearney talking.
The business will be Finished Thurs
day evening and Governor Frank M
Byrne of South Dakota will deliver the
closing address.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-26
Bridge Firm Will
Construct Spans,
Though Bid is Low
(From a Staff Correspondent

LINCOLN, Sept. 25.-(special.) -Rather
than forfeit its 5000 certified check put
up when IL bid on the state aid bridge
over the Loup river at st. Paul. Neb, the
Central States Bridge company of In
dianapolis has sent to state Engineer
Johnson its bond OF s2s.s36 to complete
the work.
In an endeavor to beat its rivals and
get into Nebraska territory the company
underbid its lowest competitor by 5000.
a figure which was $4,000 below the
lowest figure received n year ago for the
construction of the bridge, all of which
were rejected. The price fixed by the
company was S2S,636.
When the Central States firm discovered
it was so far below its rivals It sought
to have the contract cancelled. but the
county and the state boards insisted on
the completion of the work, or forfeit
the 5000 put up as a guarantee Of good
faith
Attorney General Willis e. Reed has
pronounced the bond ample security. and
the check for 81. 900 will be returned TO the
company, together with the checks OF
two other low bidders, held in case the
Indianapolis company was not able e
carry out its contract and the next bid
der would get the work.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-26

CHADRoN. Neb.. Sept. 25.-tspeciai)-
Work commenced yesterday tearing
down the old frame buildings that have
stood since Chadron existed, thirty years,
to give place for a lew building for the
First National bank. The new building
Is to be 80 by 100 feet, of brick and stone,
and will be heated by power from the
electric plant.
The city council gave the Intermountain
Electric Light company a franchise for
heating, and about a dozen Of the larger
buildings have signed contracts for heat
A public reception was given last night
at the Young Mems Christian association
building to teachers and students attend
ing the normal and high schools. Mrs
Elizabeth OHM Smith presided. and
Mayor Fisher Revs. Father Dolan
strndevant Williams, Banks, Slough
and Profs. Sparkes and Hays responded
The Chadron contingent left for State
university Tuesday night They wer'
Traverse Foster. George LowentlIal. Irms
carmean, Charles Coffee. A few more
will follow.