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New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
Film Actress Sues
For Trust Fund
Held by Parents
Muriel Ostriche Brady Asks
forAccounting of$32,OOO
Given Father and Mother
Before She Was Married

Mrs Muriel Ostriche Brady, known
to movie fans as Muriel Ostriche. wants
to know when she was "emancipated"
by her parents. The screen actress
has brought suit against her father.
Abraham Ostriche, manufacturer Of
children's clothing, and against her
mother, Mrs. Miriam Ostriche, who
live at the Hotel San Reno, for an ac-
counting for s32 1000. which Mrs. Brady
says she turned over TO her parents
from her earnings, to be held in trust
until she should become of age
Mrs Brady. whose husband is Frank
A. Brady, an architect and builder. was
girl of fifteen when she frs, ap-
peared as an extra" in motion pic
lures. That was eight years ago, her
attorney, Edward ". Drucker says. Hey
present contract calls for salary OF
$500 a week. whether working or wait
ing for part
Before her marriage. Miss Ostrichc
says, she used TO turn all her earnings
over to her parents. Two years ago
she became of age and was married.
Before the marriage, she says, the act
ress asked her mother and father for
an accounting. According to her law
yer, she Was told that she had no in
tcrest IN the moneys, as she was a
minor while the fund was being ac-
cumulatcd and her parents were en-
titled to her earnings.
Mr.. Drucker explained Yesterday that
Miss Ostrichc really does not need the
money, her husband having independ-
ent means, but she does insist on
knowing just at what age she WAS
"emancipated' and became a family
entity, so that she can figure out how
much she is entitled to if the conten-
ton Of Mr.. and Mrs. Ostrlche is up
held. All that the plaintiff asks, she
says, is that her parents account to
her and place the money in trust, Sc
that she can get it at some future
time -"any time" she said. "even ir
twenty years. if necessary. Justic.
Giegerich will hear the case to-day
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
reg lar Piker, Is the Mayor
Opines School Board Cot
'kicking $3.50 Bo ard Bill and We Chasing
Out the Big and Little Rats, to Say Moth.
ing of the Country Mice From New Jersey''

Meow" cried Stump. the Board of
Education cat, arching her furry back
and clawing the cement floor Of the
textbook depository.
Funny fellow. the Mayor, eh, Mig
ger? Did you know he was putting up
howl about paying $3.50 for our
board ?"
The sleek and slender feline Great
ure addressed as Niger stroked a very
black face with very black paw and
purred its assent:
he thinks has been catching all the
mice in this chilly old basement for all
these years?"
Yes, queer fellow, John F." mur-
INJURED the veteran rat catcher medi-
tatively. But most politicians are,
my child Here | am, an employee of
the city and in good standing, a mem
ber of one Of the oldest cat families of
Greater New York, with brothers and
cousins who shifted gas in the World
War And the Mayor is raising a racket
about the price of my liver and milk
being contained in that confoundcd old
rats night and day for the administra-
tion since they brought me across the
bridge and never have had minute 8
vacaton,"
Feed or Strike, Says Mother
"Maybe they're sore on US, mother,
because your folks we're born in Brook
lyn,' suggested the dobutant daughter
naIvely.
Dear me, no." cried the mother cat.
"Mayor Hylan is from Brooklyn And
| must say that Pm being given shabby
treatment by fellow citizen. But
budget or no budget, my child, we've
got to be fed If they don't feed us
there is one thing we can do--strikc! !!
It's being done nowadays. Not very
nice thing for city employees, they tell
me, but one must cat-reallv, one
must"
The basement colloquy was inter
rupted by the pattering of footsteps.
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17

Between stacks Of text books, piled
high on all sides, came Anthony Wahlc,
supply clerk in charge Of the book de
pository and grand keeper Of Stump
the boards pedigreed cat. He ad-
vanced shakily toward the basement
queen and was followed by several
assistants. In one hand he had a
large bowl Of milk; in the other a
generous slice of liver.
Fearful of Grand Jury
"Hcllo, Mrs. Cat" greeted Wahlc
heartily. "Got some good news. Just
heard that the President of the Board
of Education has told the Mayor that
you've been saving the city thousands
of dollars each year by keeping the
rats from chewing up the city's books
to feed on the glue. The Mayor says
he'll talk to the Board of Estimate
both on the pay roll. BY the way.
Stump, you might watch that new pile
of arithmetics over in the corner.
They're full of glue"
Wahle retired. leaving mother and
daughter to the scclusion of their
basement boudoir.
"Gec!' murmured the old cat, chats
good news. / was afraid they might
take us before the grand jury"
How the Rats Did Scurry
Niger yawned. She clawed play
fully at crack in the cement floor
and strolled to q corner Of the base
ment. There she heard from her
mothers lips how the city book de-
pository had once been convention
hall for the big and little rats of Man
haitian Island, how the country mice
from Jersey used to come over for the
week cnd and how the citv admin st ra
ton had failed utterly in it's efforts
to rid the depository of rats by using
poison and clumsy traps. When Stump
accepted the responsibility Of guarding
the school books, the rats disappeared.
They have never returned.
"Gec. mother, you're some cat!" cx-
claimed Niger.
That's what the president of the
board says, my child"
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
Labor Delegate Killed
I'm Union Headquarters
Longshoreman Arrested for
Murder Has Confessed to
Shooting. Police Say

Lawrence Walsh, Of Corona. l.. l..
delegate of Local s24. international
Longshoremen's Union, was killed yes
terday Afternoon in the headquarters
of the local. 1856 Eleventh Avenue. The
police say that John Kerr. OF 453 West
tifty-fourth Street. candidate for
" Walsh's Office in the union, confessed
he shot the delegate, asserting he fired
IN self-defense
Walsh and several other members OF
the local We're standing in the, room
on the second fcor of the Eleventh
Avenue building, when, it is alleged
Kerr entered. An alteration began
and Walsh is said to have struck Kerr
inf1icting deep cash over his eve
At this. according 10 the police, Kerr
stepped back. drew a revolver and fired
twice. One bullet penetrated Walsh $
heart and the other went wild.
Edmund Redding of 7lO Tenth Ave
nue., and Phil Sheridan, also long
shoremen, took Walsh to Roosevelt
Hospital in taNicab He was dead
when they arrived there
Captain Walsh, of the 4th Inspection
District, questioned Redding, who de-
MED knowing the identity Of the dele
gates assailant. but gave a description
of him. Kerr was arrested later in q
saloon at Fiftieth Street and Tenth
Avenue. When searched at the West
Forty seventh Street station, accord
lng TO the police. a revolver, with two
discharged cartridges, was found inside
the leg of his underwear
Walsh was thirty-two years old and
Kerr IS the same age Kerr is treas
urer of the local.
Each had been nominated on a rival
ticket for delegate. At meeting of
the local last Monday night Kerr did
not show up, and the ballots were or
dered printed without his name. Kerr
is said to have laid this to the machi-
nations of Walsh.
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
Women s
ReMe0f suits
Ne,U shipment

We have awaited the ar
rival Of these London-tai-
lOred clothes for several
months. Now they come in
time for country week-cnds
during the holidays.
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
Y. 5. Sailors Who Missed Shin
Blame French Girls Charms

Twenty-Five United States sailors
who missed their ship on a VOYAGE
from Brest and were rounded up later
and brought TO Brooklyn Navy Yard
ior trial on charges of dcsertion, said
French girls had proved 50 allurin q
they had forgotten all about the saIj,
ing date.
Since Americas entry into the war
500 alleged dcserters have bean conrt
msrtialed at Brooklyn Navy Yard.
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
Ostrich fans
A sale

Sl3.75 for ive-plume style.
SIS for seven feathers, un-
curled.
Jade-American Beauty
-coral--peon-Amber color
-White-black.
Ostrich feathers are of
very good quality and the
mountings Of imi t a tion
tortoise shell and imitation
amber are well finished in
every detail. Colors are ex-
quisite.
Main Aisle.
Main floor, Old Building.
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
NuHS
Christmas
bl0uses, 1896

Pretty, fluffy, shadow-lace
blouses, lined with chiffon
and trimmed with ribbons.
Mostly made with round
necks finished with lace
pleated frills.
Chiffon blouses with lace frills
in pastel coiors.
Just the charming. frivolous
little thing a woman likes at holj-
day time. Excellent for gifts.
Second and Third floors,
Old Building.
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
Small FURS
rs per cent. less

Fur scarfs and neckpieces
are among the most desir-
able of Christmas gifts-the
sort that will invariably
please the woman who re-
ceives it. And a gift that
carries with it the lasting
satisfaction of pleasure and
comfort for many days to
come.
New-York tribune., 1919-12-17
l op~coats, too

for motor and travel, of Scotch
and Bhghty tweeds and Scotch
homcspuns. In gray, brown and
heather mixtures. $S5, 500 and
1925.
Second floor, Old Building.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
GRAND THEATRE

AS is the usual custom of this
theatre the funny part of the week
has arrived and the management has
succeeded in getting show that will
keep up the reputation of the house
for comedy. So tomorrow will be
no exception and you will be permit
ted to see your favorite. Billy West,
in; that, side-splitting fares, dough
nuts" Those who have witnessed
his performance on the screen will
only be glad of the opportunity again
afforded. Also Keystone cast IN
"His Wild Oats" will he another
attraction. in CIDER to be able to
enjoy the entertainment IN its full
CAPACITY we would advise you to
COME early. There will be ether reels
of comedy, making this a night long
to be remembered. Don't forget to-
morrow night at the Grand.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
DEATHS AND FUNERALS

The funeral Of Thomas burroughs,
who died in Washington yesterday.
will take place at 9:30 o'clock Friday
morning from st. Mary's Catholic
Church. The boly was brought here
yesterday and taken to the home Of
his daughter, Mrs. J. William Goods,
22S South Washington street.
Last rites for AMOS T. Fisher Will
be held at 1880 o'clock tomorrow
morning at his late residence, 2lO
Prince. street. and will be conducted
by Rev. DR.. E. Y. Regcstcr, pastor
of the NJ. E. Church South.
Funeral services for Mrs. Virginia
Colvin were held this afternoon at
The residence of her son, r. NJ. Col
vim. 7OS Pendelton street, and con-
Quoted by Rev. +. V. Regcsecr, pastor
Of the NJ. E. Church South. Burial
vas in Union Cemetery.
The body of {. T. Cook. thirty
four years old. who died yesterday
at the Alexandria Hospital, was
shipped today by Undertaken Wheat
icy to Boston for burial.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
ADD TO SHENANDOAH FOREST
L. S. Buys 26,117 Acres for $4,000;
Total Acreage Soon tc be
$4,000

Harrisonburg, Va, March Pit
was announced yesterday that deed
was placed on record in Augusta,
Highland and Bath counties on Feb
ruary 10, conveying 26,l1T.13 acres
of land, owned by the Highland De-
velopment Comnary, to the United
States government, the consideration
being s62,099.22.
This company, of which Judge
Barley is secretary and manager,
owns another tract of 10000 acres
adjoining the one acquired by the
government, which, with the above
tract, will be added to the Shenen-
doah National! Forest Reserve, bring
inc the total acreage in this range to
100000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
RAIL CLERKS QUIT
Washington May Act in Strike of
1900 on Southern Roads.

Atlanta. Ga, March l2.-First con-
ferances ii an effort TO end the walk
out Of some / POO clerks on the Nash
vile, Chattanooga & s.. Louis, the
Tennessee Central and the Bi,.ming-
ham and Northwestern railroads were
held here late yesterday. y. \. Banks
an Investigator Of the labor divi ion
Of the railroad administration who
chan'ed to be in this territory. con-
serred with L. l.. WinchcIl, regional
director and with representatives Of
tie clerks.
The waikout yesterday which tied
up freight traffic here on the Nash
~illc, Chattanooga and St. Louis and
also OH the Seaboard through the
of the freight terminal
here Of these two roads. was caused
through objections or the part of the
clerks to A. P Ottarson, Federal
After his two conferences Mr..
Eanks said it was too early to make
my statemen: as to the outcome, and
neither Mr.. Winchell nor the commit
tee representing the Jerks would dis
,uss the meetings. Mr.. Wiachell said,
lowever, the walkout would be
investigated and indi-
lated tflat W. l.. Mapothcr. Federal
manager of the roads, was dealing
lirectly with Washington officials in
he matter. Mr. Banks said he cou.d
!ot ya: say whether he would go to
Nashville
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
Other Matters Presented

Resolution appropriating $500 for
removal of dirt placed on a square in
the northeastern section of the city
was referred to street committee. Pc
tition of General Realty Company
asking that steps be taken to remedy
conditions the northwest corner of
Royal and Franklin streets, was re-
ferred to street and health commit
tees. Petition for $500 for Anne Lee
Memorial Home for the Aged was re-
ferred to finan:e committee. Annual
tax and license ordinances were refer
red to the finance committee. w. NJ.
Priest was granted permission to
erect frame bungalow at 1913 Duke
street; bill of $18 for extra pay for
fremen for services in January was
ordered paid. Bill of Hugo Herfurth,
jr, for S155 was referred to street
and finance committees.
Resolution appropriating 5000 for
catch basins was referred. Petition
from merchants for improved Lighting
system on Royal between King and
Cameron streets, was referred to light
and streets committee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
HUN STING EXTRACTED
All But Nil and krupps Will
Turn Out Peace implements
Effect on Other Nations-No
More Conscriptions.
More Conscriptions.

Paris, March 12.-If the Weimal
assembly accepts the military terms
formulated at the Quai d'Orsay)
there will not remain q corporal's
guard, relatively speaking, of the
kaiser's once proud army.
Fixing of the rank and file at only
100, 900 men and the officers at only
1000 reduces the German army to be-
low that of smaller nations. This vir-
tually will force her to trust her fu-
ture fate TO the league of nations.
Altogether it was bitter day for
Prussian ,niitarism. When the con-
serves concluded the sting had been
Drawn from the German dragon.
Abolition of corscription in Ger
maryland Premier Lloyd George
was responsible for this provision
is expected to nave far-reaching ef-
fects on army systems throughout
the world. 1t is probable, in the opin-
ion of some men here, that the work
ing classes of the world will reject
compulsory service gradually every
where after The German menace is re-
moved.
Germany in 1914 had 100000
men who had some military training;
she will not be able to
train every youth three years for the
army. The provision that the Ger
man soldier must enlist fer twelve
years will limit Ike total of trained
men available, whereas conscription,
even for short terms would success
fully train large numbers.
Reduction of tbG number of Off
GERS radically cripples the military
class, while the general staff, which
vas the mobilized brain of war is
altered.
Existing armaments are to be sur
.endered almost wholly, and am
works, such as krupps,
will make mostly plowshares and
pruning hooks instead of heavy ar
Illery.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
RUSSIAN MISERY
Al;ege Chinese soldiers Sell Human
Flesh; Dog Meat $3.50 ID.

Reports to Tie State Department
iydi:a:e terrible rrivations in Petrc-
grad and MnS.rw. it being ALLEGED
hat ii the ll;:er city Chinese So
d:ers have Leen seinng human flesh
frv food Suspects Fave been arrested.
The latest reports oshw that in Pet
rograd and MGsecw there is no cor
Kerosene G; gasoline. Wood was r..
tionalized in s;e,tember and canncI
be used by private persons. it benz
reser:ed fer munitions plants. In
both cities the reop.e are begging for
brad and refuse money when offer
ed. The death rate is about 1000 q
day
Only few industries are operating
II Moscow.
Dog meat IS SID for seven rouoles
Ia pound and trrsa flesh at twer:y-one
roubles A r0lt.ie is so cents.
The dispatches :av that the Swi$r
Danish, Swedish, Dutch and English
Embassies have recn looted and tla'
tile Winter Palace was robbed of It:
art treasures IN January.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
FIGHT WITH POLICE

Chicago, March 12.-Two patrol
men, Denis Heating and James Wall,
ard one civilian, George Podorsky,
are recovering today Of gunshot
wounds suffered late last night in a
battle between 250 police and citizens
and George Ordcl:. wlo either was
shot to death o: committed suicide
after exchanging hundreds Of shots
with the police and civilians in a
two hour fight.
The battle started when three pa
trclmen went to arrest Ondek on Il
warrant sworn to by his wife, charg-
ing him with cruelty. As the officers
entered the house Ondek fred upon
them.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
RICHMnND--BILLlE BURKE

Billie Burke. the beautiful Para
mount star who is recognized as one
Of the most talented ccmcdiennes in
motion pictures. will be seen tonight
at the Richmond Theatre in her more
than excellent rhotoplay Good
Gracious. Arnabc!le." This produc-
tion was directed by George Melford,
one of the foremost directors in the
country. the result being an exqui-
site presentation Of an unusual cap
tivating story. all VINO saw Miss
Burke in her recent success. The
lIakc-Belicve Nifc'' will relish this
splendid photoplay.
"Ncvcr Too Old" a two reel COM
cdy also
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
IN .MEMORlAM

In loving memory of Richard Ma
son who departed this life one year
ago today.
Ore year has passed, my heart still
sore.
As time gees on I miss him more.
His loving smile and tender face:
No one can fill his vacant place.
The loss was bitter, the pain severe
To part with one loved 50 dear;
The trial was hard, I'll nc- complain.
But trust in God to meet again.
Friends may think the wound is
healed
But they little know the sorrow
That lies within 9th hearts concealed
BY his Devoted Daughter
Gilt Minnie Mildred Pettey
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
PRESIDENT TO RETURN IN MAY

On Board the United States
Steamship George Washington en-
route to Europe with President Will
son, March II. (Night).-President
Wilson hopes to return to the United
States not later than May
AS he nears the shores of Europe,
he is busying himself in clearing up
details of various peace conference
reports, and is keeping in constant
touch with Col. +. NJ. House and 9TH
er Paris advisers by wireless. He
is attempting to expedite. the work as
much as he possibly can.
A number of radiograms were re-
ceived from Colonel House giving de-
tails of work that important COM
missions have accomplished.
1t is generally expected that a
plenary session Of the conference will
be held Immediately after the ar
rival of the President in Paris or
Friday. when the reports of the I'M
rortant committees will be consider
ed. These include reports OF tht
commissions on war responslbllt!
and reparation.
It is considered likely that Presi
dent Wilson will approve the mili
tary and naval terms winch wef'
completed by the supreme inter-aliie'
war council in mis- absence. Inc!
will shortly be presented to German:
for acceptance, when the time Sc
forth in the present armistice agree
ment expires. 1t may be possible I
speed Up the proceedings to such a
extent that the preliminary peac
treaty can be- signed early in Apr
if not the latter part of this month
and( VT NOR md fod fid mod ON
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
SPARTACANS EXECUTED

Perrin. March l2.-fighring still IS
=, ni,,y here between the Spartacans
and government troops with neither
side Giving any quarter.
One hundred and fifty-one army
cficers and policemen, who were cap
-ured at the Iiebtenberg police sta
ton. y:ere put to death.
The revolt has developed into real
civil war.
Bloody fighting is in progress il
TIC eastern suburbs Of LichtenDefs
and Neukfoin. Neither side is taking
any prisoners in these battles.
Since War Minister Gustave Noske
issued an order to execute every arm
q; lanri-goyernmenD men there nave
been more than fifty executions
DAY. 1t has increased the fury OF the
$Spartacans' attacks.
The fighting zone is like Fland-
e..s battlefield. The Spartacans are
throwing up entrenchments, and are
en:2!acing barbed wire entanglements
ncf5re their positions:o:
:. WAGONS were overturned in the
street. and in the newspaper district
rolls of paper were utilized as bar
ricades.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
LINER NEARING BREST
George Washington Due to Arrive at
Port Tomorrow Night.

Aboard Z. s. $. George Washing
ton. March l2.-President Wilson,
anxious to expedite the peace WORE
as much as possible after his arrival
IN Paris. scrt several messages Mon
dav 10 Col. House. These were uh-
dcrStood to be in response to queries
details o. negotiations
The Presidents cold has disappear
Ell and he and Mrs. Wilson spent
some ,:mc walking about the decks
and playing shufflcboard'
The George Washington IS due 10
arrive in RreSt between , ana ~
y, m. Thursday, providing the weather
continues good. The mayor OF breS'
v,rclesscd an invitation extending the
c;ty's hospitality. The President ac-
ccn.ed. but suggested that all pomp
and formality be omitted,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
1000 MEN QUIT WORK
Strike ParalyzeS Traffic in Many
New Jersey Cities-Liners
Unable to Sail


Newark, n. j., March 12.-Four
thousand platform men left their
jobs on the strac5 cars of northern
\"w Jersey at 2. m. to6a+ as re-
sui of refusal Of the PnEll: Service
Company to recognize the .Amalga-
mated Union, comprising motormen
az! conductors. The STRIFE complete.
y paralyzed tra!:i: in Newark, Ho-
boken, Trenton, Jersey City. Eliza
beth and many other nor:h jersey
towns.
Jitney buses are carrying work.
ers from their homes to the various
railroad and ferry terminals. Approx
imately $50 of these were in service
today.
New York, March 12.-Many transe-
Atlantic liners are held at their piers
today as a result of inability to get
coal because Of the har5or strike.
Cunard, White Star, and French line
vessels postponed sailings until ade-
cuate supplies cf coal could be re-
ceived-
The marine workers affiliation vii!
not allow union men to work on
harges of concerns which have not
come to an agreement with the af-
fliation.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
SPLENDIDLY CAST PLAY

In the long line of Frank keenan's
character portrayals on stage and
screen no individuality has approach
ed "Todd OF thu Times" in skill, in
drawing, and in showing forth the
soul of an humDle man amid smiles
and laughter. This delightful COM
ely drama will bc shown at the In
gomar Theatre tonight.
Mr.. Keenan, IS supported by cast
Of characters. all Cf whom have earn
ed high honors in the spoken and the
silent drama; and the result is per-
feet Interpretation of the comedy
drama.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1919-03-12
INQUIRY HELD Up

Inquiry into the killing Sunday
morning of J. A. Kirtley, resident OF
Roebuck Springs, fashionable su-
burb of Birmingham, Ala, has been
rcld nm until Mrs. kirtley is snf-
ficiently recovered from the shock to
give testimony. Robert klrtley' H.
SON of the dead man, who shot his
father as the latter was choking the
n,othcr. is in custody of Judge Dan
A Green. of Circuit Court. Young
Robert told the coroner's jury late
Yesterday that his father and mother
o,arre!ed about whether he should
90 to Sunday School.