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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
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1900 u. S. AEROS IN FRANCE
OF This Number 323 are Combat Ma
chimes: Critics Unfair

REPRESENTATIVE Kahn, Of California,
ranking Republican On the House
Military Affairs Committee, came to
the support of the aircraft program
Yesterday afternoon. Debate opened
in the House on the S12,0O0,000,oOO
army appropriation bill.
Speaking of statement emanating
from the Senate Military Committee
that only one battle-plane was in
France, Kahn declared:
"That is misinformation. You have
been reading of our men bringing
down enemy planes. What more evil
dence do you want?'
Kahn and Chairman Dent asserted
that there are now more than 1900
planes in France, of which S23 are
combat machines. Dent charged thai
the aircraft program had been SUB
icct to unfair and untrue criticism
Kahn declared that the Liberty motor
is success, and is being ordered D!
foreign governments in quantities.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
M'ADOO TAKES OVER EMPRESS
Adams, American. Wells Fargo and
Southern for L. S. Operation.

Under q plan approved by Director
General McAdoo yesterday the busi-
ness of the four big express compa-
MES will be taken over by the gov
ernment. The companies are the
Adams, American, Wells Fargo and
Southern. Three small express COM
panies in the northwest are not in
cluded in the plan. They will have
the option of pooling their interests
with the new express company to be
formed as part Of the plan of gov
erament control, or of going out OF
business.
The announcement yesterday o. the
Plan of bringing the express business
Ct the country under Federal control
brings about complete control by the
government OF all railroad and aftil!-
sted service with the exception Of the
Pullman car system.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
MEMORIAL EXERCISES
Program to be Observed at the United
States National Cemetery in Alex
andria Tomorrow Afternoon.

i: Decoration Day services vii! be
held in the United States. National
cemetery in this city tomorrow after
noon at 4 oclocl at which time the
program as given below, arranged un-
der the direction of Superintendent
John A. Reeves, will be carried out.
Earlier in the day the graves of the
1866 Union soldiers buried in the
cemetery will be decorated with flow
crs and small American flag.
Program
Assembly (bugle calD, Miss Dora
Varney: call to order, by presiding
officer, A. Van Ness Burst, Cushing
Camp, S. 0. "; music, "AmerIca,' .
by volunteer choir, Miss Lucy Graves,
leader; invocation, Rev. R. w. White,
pastor of NJ. P. church: music, Sail
on. Sail on by Volunteer Choir;
reading, Lncoln's Gettysburg Ad-
dress, Comrade Willard P. Graves;
music, Nearer My GCd to Thee by
Volunteer Choir; address, J. Clinton
Hiatt. commander w. 3. Gushing
Camp, S. O. V: music. "Abide With
Me-" by Volunteer Choir; address;
music, by Volunteer Choir; express
sion of thanks, by presiding officer;
Taps (bugle), Miss Dora Narney;
benediction. Rev. R. ". White; streW'
ing of flowers by comrades of Cush'
ing Camp, S. 0. Y.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

he present to take part in the exercises
and music will be furnished by the
American Indian Guard band OF this
city.
The afternoon will be given over by
the Virginia Shipbuilding Corpora
ton as holiday to their employees,
who with their families, are invited
to be in attendance at the exercises.
All employees must wear their buttons,
which will pass them INTO the yards.
All other persons will be admitted
to the grounds by cards. It IS stated
that about five hundred invitations
have been sent out, which include his
Excellency, Governor Westmoreland
Davis and staff, of Virginia, together
with many other prominent officials
of both the nation and state.
In honor of the event, the residents
Of Alexandria are requested to put
out flags. on private as well as the
city buildings and business houses.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
NO QUORUM IS PRESENT

h1jOHfheu Meeting VI Ii!e Soi'hi"'
Council Will Isr Held n-the Night
Of June 1.
Eight members Of the Common
Council responded to. the call for
an adjourned meeting last night. This
being one less than 4 quorum, no
meeting could be hell, and the mem
bers present decided to hold a meet
ing On the night of June i.
Seven members Of the Board o:
Aldermen were present. The chamber
Of this board, in the northern end of
the City Hail building was as has
been the case during the past few
months, virtually dark. The only light
was from a Wellsbach burner over the
desk of the clerk.
The license bill for the year 1918
1919, adopted by the Common Coun-
Gil at an adjourned meeting on the
2lst instant, was read the second'tlHle
The Common Council had eliminated
the provisions of certain sections
which the Aldermen wanted restored
The wording Of section one, referring
to the sale, of soft drinks, was re,
stored by vote Of six to one. lis
votes restoring the wording of sec
tions 50 (referring to barber shops),
and IS (applying to bakeries), were
unanimous.
The tax bill for the coming yeal
and the appropriation bills were !a!o
| over.
/ The other business transacted was
of general nature, and will be found Ii
the official proceedings. There were
no discussions.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
DRIVE ISSLOW[NG DOWN

Slowly But Surely the Enemy IS Find
ing Himself Checked All Along the
Line.
Paris, May 29.-The Germans were
slowing up on the Ajsne front when
last nights communiqGes were isSuei.
General Foch was bringing up re-
serves 20 meet the onrush Of the
Germans between Rheims and Sols-
sons and slowly but surely the enemy
was being checked all along the line.
The fighting is not letting up. On
the contrary, it is growing in inten-
sity. BIT the German advance is fast
slowing up and the allies are getting
the upper hand.
Military critics pointed out today
that the Germans are only able to
advance in the very center OF their
forward movement. The French are
holding soli5ly TO their positions on
the left and the British are cling!ng
tightly to the group of hills north OF
the Vesle river on the right.
Stupendous losses are being inifict-
ed on the crown princes forces as
they attempt to batter their way Cor
ward. The allies, when they have
given up ground, have done so slowly
and at slight cost to themselves, while
they have poured mUrderous fire IN
to the advancing horics Of gray-clad
, men.
; The German advance now has taken
them across the Vesle river at one
+ pciAt. They are menacing tlsmes,
an important railway center. but their
position is a prccari6us one, as the
British are threatening on one SIDE
ana the French on the other. With
the reserve forces being brought into
flav by General Foch, It is felt GER
tain that the Germans Will not DC
able 10 materially widen their wedge
across the Veslc river.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

The May fete held on the lawn OF
st. Mary's Academy last evening
proved a delightful affair. Hundreds
Of friends lent the encouragement OF
their presence TO the young particl-
pants and in particular to Miss Dor
othy Knight. the central figure IN
last evenings program, who acquit-
Ted herself most credli&:,Iy. After the
crownine OF the May Queen and de-
liverng in a very splendid manner her
well-worded and very appropriate ad-
dress, Miss Knight received the dl-
ploma and medal OF an academic
graduate. Timely remarks by Rev.
L. Smet closed the program, after
which Miss Knight was received into
the Alumnae Association by Miss r..
Crilly the president, and was enter
tained by delightful surprise party
gotten up in her honor by the under
graduates. About fifty alumnae men,
bers were present. Reviews and final
examinations will be the order of the
day at st. Mary's until June II, when
school closes for vacation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
ACCUSED plead GUILTY

three Men Charged With Violating
the Prohibition Law to Pay $50
Each and Serve Thirty Days in Jail.
The Corporation Court was in ses-
sion again today.
In the cases of the Commonwealth
VS.. Clifton Harris, Robert Lee and
James Williams, charged with bring
:ne an illegal quantity Of liquor into
The state, the accused pleaded guilty
is indicted, fine of $50 was imposed
upon each and they were sentenced TO
serve thirty days in Jail.
Ezekiel Lyons, indicted for grand
larceny, pleaded guilty Of petit larc-
eny, and was sentenced to serve six
months in Jail, subject to work on
he roads.
William Edward Cookson, jr., two
years Of age, son o. ~ lIllahl l.. anu
Mamie Cookson. was legally adopted
by Edward Spciss and Carrie Sp!ess,
his wife, Of this city.
The special grand jury reconvened
this morning, and was engaged all
day in INVESTIGATING the sanitary con-
dition of the city. Among those who
appeared before the grand jury were
Dr.. William NJ. Smith, of this city.
president Of the State Board Of
Health; City Engineer Dunn, Dr. E.
A. German, city health officer, and
Dr.. J. J. Garvev, his assistant; Chief
Goods and other police officers and
Arthur Penn.
The grand jury had not reported
when this report closed and will meet
again tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Later it was said they would return to
work at 1880 today, but such was
not the fact and they are still out.
The Gazette representative was told
by man AT the shops this afternoon
that he thought the men would prob
ably be back at their duties by to-
morrow morning, however.
They have acted IN very orderly
manner so far, but have said very
little, at least for publication. 1t ap-
pears they decided upon the action
taken by them at q meeting on Mon
day evening and that it was due to
the fact that they learned they were
10 receive increases of only from two
and half to four cents per hour IN
their pay, according to the class OF
employment they were engaged H..
They claim they are unable 20 get
along cn the salaries received in view
of the high cost Of living. The list
of men who quit includes machinsts.
boilcrmakors, blacksmithS, car men,
Dipefitters and helpers.
1t is said to be the first general
walkout amcng railroad employees
since the roads were taken over By
the government and there is much
interest shown concerning the out
come and the manner in which the
government officials will handle the
situation.
I.ater-Just as The Gazette goes
to press it has been informed by the
committee CT the men that they have
voted tc go bacs: to work. The night
men will return to work tonight and
the day men tomorrow morning. pend
ing the action Of the new committee
recently appointed by the government
officials.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
ONE THOUSAND DROWN
Jewish Refugees From Batum Lost
When Vessel Goes Down

New York, May 29.-One thousand
norsons. all Jewish refugees from ba-
tnn, we're drowned when the steam
shin Oriole, carrying passenger hs'
Of fifteen hundred, was recently SUNK
in the Caspian Sea, according to a
cablegram received and printed mere
6v the Jewish Day from its corre-
spondcnt at Har5tn.
The cablcgram stated that the ship
was on her way to Astrakhan. No
details Of the sinking were given.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

After hard days work in the hot
city, why not enjoy the pleasure OF a
nice traw ride through the country
by motor trucks, and breathe the pure
and refreshing atmosphere. Ask those
who have already gone what a pleas
ant and enjoyable time it is. Will re
ceive appointments for any night eH-
cont Saturdays and Sundays. See me
about particulars at los South Alfred
street, after 5 p. m, or call 49i.
III. c. Aaron. lzo-t-m-"-s
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

After the list OF churches and or
ganizations that passed resolutions
endorsing the appeal to the City Coun-
ell to pass adequate laws, or ordi-
nanccs, to safeguard the young peo-
pie of the city, has been sent to the
Gazette yesterday, the committee in
charge of the matter received the en-
dorsement and hearty cooperation Of
The Daughters of Rebekah, also Of
Roberts Nj. z. Chapel and Meade Me-
mortal Chapel, two OF the most promi-
ncnt colored churches OF the city.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
HANG OUT THE FLAGS!

The keel o. the first steel ship
to be built for Uncle Sam in the
shipyards OF the Virginia Ship
building Corporation of this city
will be laid on Thursday after
noon of this week at d o'clock
with appropriate ceremonies.
Prominent government officials
will be present and the exercises
will mark an important event in
the industrial history of Alex
andria. In honor OF the occasion
The Gazette suggests that flags
be flown from every business
house and private residence in
the city.
Hang out the flags on Thurs
day.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
Many Killed and Injured in Panic.

Rome, May 29.--Seven persons were
killed and 120 injured during a panic
in the Church of the Trinity, near
Subiaco, when an insane @oman set
Cd the cry Of "save yourselves!'
The incident took place during the
annual pilgrimage TO the church. Su,
biaco is in central Italy, So miles
northeast of Rome.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
The Grand Theater-

Twenty Thousand Leagues Under
the Sea" a film story made from
Jules Verne's famous novel written
-cars ago, will be seen at the Grand
1heater tomorrow. The production IS
said 10 have cost over 100000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
At the Richmond Tonight.

Jack Pickford and Louise Huff will
be the attraction at the Richmond
tonight in "Mile-a Minute Kendall"
7 ottie Pickford, another member OF
the Pickford family will also appear
in !he cast.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Announcement has been made o.
the marriage of Miss Mary |. Nagel,
of this city, to Mr.. Francis /. Bird
sail, of Hammonton, n. J., on Mon
day, May 20, at Rockville, Mi.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
Services at Alfred Street Baptist

In response to President Wilson's
roouost services will be held at the
Alfred Street Baptist church toner
row from 10 to / a. m. The public
is cordially invited TO attend.
w. H. +. Powell, minister.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
300 CASUALTIES IN RAID
Bcuar Law Reveals Results Of German
Bomhinr Attacks on Hospitals.

London, May 29.-Andrew Bonar
Law the government leader in the
house of commons, yesterday told the
lower house Of parliament that 3oo
casualties 10 hospital cases had been
caused bv the bombing of British hos
ni-als in France by German avlators.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
SOUTHERN RAILWAY WORKNEN ARE STILL out

Washington Meeting Held This Morn
ingOn Report That the Men Will Return Their
Morning
The relating the walkou by the employed the
Railway which occurred yesterday trans
Washington the close Of meeting held the OF
fourth floor of the Alexandria National
Bank building shortly II o'clock
The their meeting divulged by the 1t reported
they but they did
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
Notice.

The business formerly conducted by
the late Julian F. Cnauncey Will De
hereafter carried on under the name
of Mrs. Julian T. Chauncey. The pub
lie and particularly former customers
are notified that the best quality OF al!
kinds of meat and meat products VII
be handled and sold, and their patron
age is respectfully solicited.
HELENA C. CHAUNCEY.
iO4-30t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

A union prayer service will be held
at 8 o'clock tonight in the Second
Presbyterian church. northwest corner
of Prince and st. Asaph streets, IN
keeping with President Wilson'S proc
lamation setting aside May Goth as a
day of prayer. The Ministerial Asso-
citation thought best to hold this un-
ion meeting tortftnt and it will he a
service :or prayer, intercession and
confession. presided over by the Rev.
William J. Morton, rector of Christ
Protestant Episcopal church. A cor
dial invitation is extended to all.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
Washington Hall for Sale.

The property known as Washington
Hall. with large frontage on King
street and entrance on Washington
street, is for sale. Attractive PROPOSE
ton for apartments or offices. Apply
to NJ. L. Horner, 612 King street.
107-6t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
SOLDIER LEAPS TO DEATH
plunges Head First Through Hindov
OF Railroad Coach in Virginia.

Charlottesville, Va, May Or. V.
Smith, aged %, CT Jewett, Green
county, n. Y. lcaped from a moving
troop, train as il was passing through
here Yesterday and died at the hos
pital several hours later.
a soldier seated beside Smith in the
day coach was startled when he saw
Smiths feet fly across his hap and
disappear through the window. Smith
landed on his head, sustaining frac'
tured skull. He never regained con
sciousness.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

The lawn fete and Greek play yes
terday evening, under the auspices Of
Mount Vernon Chapter, Daughters Of
the American Revolution, was q pro-
nounced success. The young ladies
were al excellent i'll their parts. and
especial mention should be given Miss
Helen Roland for her beautifully rem
ii,,red eulcgy Of Alexandria, and TO
Miss Ruth lie Hew and Miss Gladys
Rodgers for their dancing. The Sc
lections By the Hawaiian band were
greatly enjoyed and the dance music
furnished by this band was most in
spring to the young people who
availcd themselves Of the opportunity
to enjoy it. The Daughters of the
Revolution supported a French war
orphan last year and are working to
add the equipment and support of a
hospital bed near the battle front to
their war work this year, and the
proceeds from last nights entertain
ment will be applied to this end.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Alexandria Lodge No. 75S, 3. P. 0.
Elks, have appointed Herman Fred
lander, Thomas n. Dunbar, Henry
CalIan and James Martin a commit
tee to decorate the graves of mem
bers of the order tomorrow. The
lodge will observe Flag Day, June Il,
with appropriate exercises in the
auditorium OF the Elks' Home, when
several army officers will be invited to
deliver addresses.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Miss Marion Lee Holmes, who has
been the guest Of Mr.. and Mrs. Her
bert Taylor, in North Washington
street, and Mrs. Charles VI. Shopper
son, in The Wagar, has returned to
her home in Baltimore.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Lee Gambler, brother of William
Gambler, of this city, fell from an
automobile truc6 in Washington a
few days ago, receiving injuries from
which he died lie is supposed to have
been attacked by vertigo.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Premium offered for Ford car with
motor No. 1742990. | will pay high
nremium for the above car on account
IF sentimental reasons. L. B. Horna.
day, Chester, S. {. l2i-ot
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

3. Frank Curtin, who has been sta
toned at Camp Upton, L. l., has been
transferred to Lehigh University,
South Bethlehem, Pa. J. T. Curtin is
still stationed at Camp Upton.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Don't forget to see the remarkable
nicture, "Twenty Thousand Leagues
Under the Sea-" at the Grand Thea
ter Thursday next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

A special service with Holy Com
munion and intercessory prayer will
be held in Christ Episcopal church to-
morrow morning at o'clock.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
When How and Where Boys of q Must Register.
Who Must Register

All persons (izens aiens) born between June
1896 and June s. 1897 inclusive except officers and enlisted men
of regular army and marine and the national guard
and naval militia federal service and officers in officers
corps enlisted in enlisted reserve corps while IN
active service.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Don't forget 10 see the remarkable
picture, Twenty Thousand Leagues
Under the Sea-" at the Grand Thea
ter Thursday next.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Private Paul |. Paige, of the 665th
Aero Squadron, left today for Garden
City, n. Y, after visit to his grand
mother, Mrs. Bridget Brannon, at her
home in Patrick street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
Notice.

The N. Schuler Beef Company re-
Guests all their patrons and passbook
customers indepted to them to come
for,yar dand settle their accounts. as
their hooks will be closed on June ,,
1918. Accounts may be paid at 1908
King street.
NJ. Schuler Beef Company.
1oS-4t.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

The high temperature Of yesterday
was followed by cloudy conditions last
night and some rain about midnight.
The heavens were kept aglow by light
ming. There were refreshing north
breezes. Conditions were more pleas
ant this morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
Alexandria City and Suburbs

Mr.. and Mrs. r. II. c. Beverly and
children will leave this week to spend
the summer on Seminary Hill.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Private Julian P. Ballenger, Of the
6G6th Aero Squadron, left today for
Garden City, y. y, after five days
visit to his parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Julian Ballengcr.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Mrs. William Woodfeld, accompa-
MED by Master Herbert Langley, is
the guest for several days Of her
sster-in-law, Mrs. Joseph Noodficld;
at her home in Fairfax.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Mrs. A. Franklin Paul, of Chicago,
is the guest CT her parents, Nh. and
Mrs. Joseph De Silva.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Several cases Of :. minor nature
were disposed of in the Police Court
this morning.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

The alarm of fire shortly after 10
o'clock last night was caused by the
partial burning Of the platform of a
fire escape on the east side CT the
building formerly the Mount Vernon
Cotton Factory on North Washington
street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29
How to Proceed

Go in person your registration place II you expect
t be absent from the office OF the
local board where you happen be- Have registration card
filled out and certified local board having ursdc
on where you permanently reside Enclose sefaddresse
stamped eneveope your registration card for the return of
vo,r registration certificate You mail registration
card in time to reach your board June s. If
sick June unable present yourself in send
competent The clerk depuze him to card
Information for Eligibes
you doubt to what do where to register COR
suit your local board.
Penalty For Not Registering
Failure register msdemeanor punishable by imprison
ment for year. 1t result in loss of valuable rights and
privileges and immediate induction military service.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

At office of local having jurisdiction where the
TO be registered permanently resides other place designated by
that local board.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1918-05-29

Members Of the Scottish Rite bodies
Of ihls city left yesterday for two
day pilgrimage to Harrisonburg, Va,
and will confer degrees from the
fou:tl. to the thirty-second while in
that city.