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The Washington times., 1919-04-21
READY TO
ENFORCE DRY ACT
By JEAN KNOTT

The Department OF Jsutice Is not
averse to accepting the functions of
enforcing the wartime prohibition
measure when It goes into effect July
l. Consequently It Is expected a pro-
possl that the enforcement be in
trusted to this agency will be submit.
ted to President Wilson on his return
from Europe, and that he. will be
urged to take this action under au-
thority of the OveFman act which
permits him to transfer duties from
one government department. to, an
other.
:. Dfscussion Of. where. the power to
enforce prohibition may be lodged
was prompted here by the recent an
nouncement- Of Internal Revenue
Commissioner Roper that his, bureau
had not the force to police the. ma
tion adequately with respect to pro
hibitIon violations after July 1.
Attorney General Palmer has not
stated officially that he will welcome
the additional duties Of enforcing
prohibition. but It is said that his ad-
viserS in the Department OF Justice
have told him the cessation OF war
work has left a number OF secret
agents available for come other kind
OF work, and that they could. take on
easily the liquor enforcement func-
tion.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
Jewish SOCIETIES. :.
-
TOGET YANKS JOBS

Employment for discharged soldiers
is the object Of an organization
formed at the. conference OF delegates
from the Jewish Welfare Board, The
Young Mems Hebrew Association. and
the Bnai Birth yesterday OF which
kdolph Brand, former feld secretary
of the Bnai Birth, is employment sec
retary.
The board plans to place men in po-
sitions through the cooperation Of
business, houses sof the city. register
ing applicants and receiving demands
OF the business men for labor.
Soldiers and sailors have learned
by actual experience the effective helT,
furnished by the Jewish Welfare
6oard and the Young Mems Hebrew
Association in their widespread activi'
ties during the war and the officials
.,vI cUnhuent they viii be able to
help many men in indfng re-employ-
mont. Z" -
Service men applying at all three
organizations may also make appli-
cations TO enter business courses.
dramatic and glee clubs, and other
groups which are now actually in
operation.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
TREASURY "PLUMS" /"
HELD IN RESERVE

Scores Of appointments IN the
Treasury Department and its various
bureaus are awaiting return OF Presi-
dent Wilson. It was stated today
that Secretary Glass has told hold
overs" to remain on the job until
otherwise advised. A similar condi-
tiou obtains IN other Government de-
partments.
There is a strong urge under way
ey lame ducks" and others for lu-
crative jobs, particularly in the Gus
toms service, which is under the
Treasury Department. But It Is said
that these "piums" will not be avail
able until June or later, and
incumbents will continue to stay on
the job and draw their pay even
though their terms have elapsed.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
Eghtnilg Plays Barber
To SChIdfaa, Causes
Half Of Hair to Fall Out

LONDON. April 2i.-A curious
freak of lightning is told in the
current issue Of the British Med
ical Journal. During a thunder
storm a house was struck and
severely damaged, while three
children were lying in the same
bed asleep on their right side.
Beyond the fright at the time.
the children suffered no harm until
a fortnight later, when the hair
on the left side Of their heads.
which had not been protected by
the pillows. began to fan out from
the middle line downward.
In a few days that side OF
their heads was quite bald. Nov
after three months the x-rays like
effect Of the lightning has worn
of and the vanished locks are
returning.
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The Washington times., 1919-04-21
EXPORT BAN LIFTED
ON FOOD PRODUCTS

Relaxation Of export restrictions on
a number Of leading American food
commodities to Holland and Denmark
have been announced by the Wer
Trade Board.
Articles which may nov be exported
to Holland, the board stated, include
butter, calves stomachs and rennet4,
cheese, meats OF all kinds. poultry,
powdered and condensed milk: spices,
vegetables, Jams and marmalade,
vegetable seeds, chicory, and glucose.
Heats OF all kinds, vegetables, and
-4ISmu7Q OF ps1Iodxs 60 kSU GIooIq0
Swift & Company's sales OF fresh bsef IN
Washington, D c., for the week ending
ssturdsy, April -. 1919, averaged 22.II
cents per pound.-Adyt.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
SALVATION ARMY QUITS
CITY TOURS FOR MONEY

ST. LOUIS, Mo, April 21.-"Salva-
tion Nell" will no longer make her
nightly tambourine tour Of saloons
and cigar stores, and the roll of fall.
ing nickelS on the Salvation Army
drum is sound Of the past. for II.
army has abandoned the old plan IN
favor Of business methods to re-
plenish its treasury. a drive will be
started in May.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
PINcHOT WILL RUN,

MILFORD, Pa. April f21.-Gifford
Pinchot has formally ann0nnced that
he win submit his name to the Re-
publicans OF Pennsylvania, as one Of
the candidates for delegate gtasthe Re
publican national convention.
"I shall stand for a platform in
harmony with the policies and ideals
OF Theodore Roosevelt" said the an
nouncement, 'and for the nomination
Of such a man as Henry Allen. Hiram
johnson. Irvine Lenroot or Leonard
Wood"
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
CASUALTY LIST GIVES 8
YANKS KILLED IN ACTION

Members Of the A. z. F. reported to
the War Department as skiI1e5s:in ac-
ton are:
Gen George J. Gahdetts, New Bri-
tain. Conn. and PFivates W. T. Cou-
villion, Alexandria, La; z. n. Ehmke,
1870 North TWenty-second~ street, 81.
Louis, NO.; Peter F'rint, Escanaba,
J.: J.. p. Langan, 2357 South Rose
wood street, PhIladeIphia; h. z. Man
ners, 517 West 18th street, New York
city, and P. Mannino, E256 California
avenue, Pittsburgh. -
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
Phone OPERATORS
DEFY UNION CHIEFS

BOSTON. April 21.-Defying the or
dsrs Of union leaders, striking teIe-
phone operators, repairu1eD, and cable
spliceTs in this city refused to abide
by a tentative settlement of the labor
controversy and return to work today.
This morning the telephone service
was almost as completely paralyzed
in greater Boston as during the pre-
vious six days of the strike. Condi-
tions in many New England communi-
ties affected by the strike were re-
ported the same as in Boston. (The
telephone workers declared they were
not satisfied with the wage terms
tentatively agreed upon by their lead
eFs in conference here late yesterday
with the telephone and telegraph
company officials and Assistant Post
master General KoOuS.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
AMERICANS oUTNUMBER
FOREIGNERS ON U. S. SHIPS

Fui1-hedged Americans who have
3oined the merchant marine since
January 1, 1918. number 122,bT3, the
ahippIng board stated today.
Fear that foreigners would pre-
dominate in the manning Of the serv-
ice has now been removed, Il was
stated. Ninety per cent Of the officers
are Americans, and slightly more than
half OF the seamen placed on ships
during March were citizens Of this
country.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
MISCHA LEVITZKI
IS POET OF PIANO

Mischa Levitzki poetizes Bach.
This younger among the Russian
piaAists played his first recital in
Washington yesterday afternoon in
the Belasco Theater, in the hnal con-
cert OF the season OF the ona B. Tai
bot Fine Arts Enterprises.
Poise, dignity. an essentially warm
and, mellow tone. and withaI q clean
cut articulation in fluent execution,
mark the playing Of this youth.
Levitzki's art is pianiStic. One hears
delightful values in his chords, while
there is an orchestral depth in the
body, the color OF HIS music.
The SIaF, too, is evidenced. That
Slay quality that puts fresh impetuouS
Fmqmentum into rhythmic prestos-
notable prestos they are, full OF life,
Of ease. The many recalls sitter each
Of his numbers showed immediate ap-
probation, which brought repetitions
OF two OF the. Chopin numbers-the
"Bqtterhy Etude" and the BLACK Key
Etude."
To return to his Bach. He played
the "Chromatic Fantasy and Fugue."
His arpeEgios were like chords struck
from a harp. and something new was
in his fugue. 1t was not mechanical
but poetic. with exquisite color even
though clesn-cut and defined with
character. That deep pedaled tone OF
his pervaded the charming Gluck-
Brahms "Gavotte," while Russia more
than Mozart. seemed to speak in the
."Roudo ALA Turcs," bringing the color
OF its theme.
"a Young, ImpoFtunAte Fate"
Beethoven's Sonata Appassionata"
was broad and rich-toned. The an
dante was both serious and profound,
enriched by the pedaIed quality
throughout that yet did not mar it's
clear, melodious Utterance. 1t was
a young, importunate Fate that
knocked at the door Of Life. His soft
passages were exquisite and also
alive. The transition TO his presto
given with Russian Rerve-had posi-
tive lure in its deliberation.
And so, character, delicate rhythmic
changes, shade, caprice marked the
phrases OF great charm in his final
group. with four Chopin numbers.
One OF the most charming things he
played was the Stojowski waltz, D
major" with a wealth of harmony in
his inside voices, yet a butterfly
caprice in mood and execution.
Ends Program OF Real AIastery.
Melody in Rubinsteiu, the "staccato
Etude" interlude, orchestral body be-
low the theme OF the musical Liszt
"Etude de CONCERT, D fat" and a
temperamental scenic exposition OF
the List Sixth Rhapsody marked
the close Of a program of real mas
tsry-mastery that. eliminated in a
swift, significant crescendo at the end
Of the Rhapsody.
For final eneores he gave the
Chopin e minor waltz and Liszt's La
Campanella."
PiaDism is the word that expresses
LeVitzkt Simple in bearing, self
tffacing in fact. his music is beauti-
full. alive and vital in emotion. With
technique at his command. he has the
hurried emotion OF impetuous youth
that may change his message with
increasing Years-but in facility.
poise, quality, and feeling he is al
ready master. ]. MacB.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
lERMILLO

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be detected. Stays on until you wash
IL OF. Instantly beauties the COM
plexion. Absolutely harmless. Drug
rists refund the money il il fails. See
large announcement soon to appear
Ia this paper. In the meantime get 1t
and try it today.
The Washington times., 1919-04-21
STEAMER HITS NINE.

GoTHENBURG. April 81. - The
Swedish steamer Thyra, from New
\ ork March 81 for Gothenburg. ar
rived here Saturday with the fore
peak smashed, having struck niue.
The cargo in her No. hold is dam
GRed.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
ANNOUNCEMENT
Reception for DR.. Carson.

The reception to be given Friday
evening at the Second Presbyterian
church to welcome the Rev. W. l..
Carson, who recently became assistant
pastor Of the church, and to all re-
turned soldiers OF the congregation,
promises to be a most enjoyable affair.
IL. F, Leathem Ia chairman OF the
committee Of deacons In charge of the
arrangements. There will be brief ad-
dresses Of welcome to DR.. Carson and
to the returned soldiers, and an inter-
esting program Of music. Mrs. G.. B.
Mccoy, church organist, assisted by
Miss Birdie Chamberlin, organist of the
Calvary Episcopal church, will give an
organ recital. There will be a number
Of vocal selections under the direction
Of Mrs. Charles II, Miller, choir leader.
The reception viii be informal, and
following the musical numbers refresh
ments will be served. All members Of
the church, friends OF the congregation
and all returned soldiers are invited.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
County Chairmen Of
Memorial Fund Are
To Be Named Soon

JACKSON, Miss, May 3. (Spl.)-
County chairmen for the campaign of
the Mississippi Memorial association to
raise $500, 900 to erect a suitable memo
rial for Mississippi's fighters in the
great war will all be named by the
close OF the present week., according
to announcement by H. M. X. Smith,
campaign manager here. ,
Responses to invitations to serve as
county chairmen have been rapid and
enthusiastic, says Mr.. Smith. who be-
lieves the movement certain of sue
cess. A score or more of attractive
posters have been received from artists
Of the state for use in the campaign,
and all plans are further advanced han
leaders had expected.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Beethoven 0peretta.

Under the direction Of Mrs. Marie
Greenwood Worden, a most efficient
guide in anything musical, the musical
culture class Of the Beethoven club
gave an operetta, which was a vocal
gem OF art, Thursday afternoon at the
Nineteenth Century club.
The throng Of music-loving people
gathered there were surprised and de
lighted with the exceptional beauty OF
the voices heard and the skill with
which the parts were acted.
Prof. William Saxby and his orches-
ira rendered several beautiful selec-
lions from ~well-known operas, which
were thoroughly enjoyed, between the
parts Of the performance. The pro-
gram was opened by Miss Edith White,
who sang with much sweetness Je suis
Titania from "Mignon."
Next Miss Elsa Gerber, whose exauis-
lite mezso-soprano voice gives so much
pleasure, sang Plus grand dams son OBJ
%scurite, from Queen OF Sheba."
Third on the program was one of
Memphis favorites, Mrs. j.. G.. Bailey.
with her beautiful lyric soprano and
charming personally she Is a star on
any program. Her number was Casta
Diva, from Norma" Mr.. Richard
Martin is the possessor OF a full, rich
baritone and was enthusiastically en-
oored in Caesars Lament"
mrs. j. l. McRee delighted her host
Of admirers with her artistic singing
OF ReRnava mel silenzio, from Lucia
In which her beautiful voice found full
expression, There followed the second
act Of Martha" in costume, and the
four young artists who sang this part
of the program deserve unstinted praise
for their performance. The following
ME Schwill; Nancy, Miss Elsa Gerber;
Plunkett, Mr.. Richard Martin; Lionel,
Mr.. Ed Hoffman.
Miss Birdie Chamberlin, with her u.s.
ual perfection, added greatly to the af-
fair with her accomplishments.
An added attraction was the interpre-
tative dance by Miss Zella Hall, accom-
panied by Miss Celine Wright.
Mrs. w. e. Gerber. the gracious and
charming hostess, and chairman for the
day. deserves much credit for her part
In the success Of the afternoon.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
Central High Association.

Mrs. Berry Brooks, whose splendid
and efficient leadership has meant SO
much to the progress OF the Central
high school Parent-Teacher associa-
ton, was unanimously reelected presi-
dent Of that organization at the regular
election OF officers and business meet
Ing Thursday afternoon.
The election In full resulted as fol-
lows: Mrs. Berry Brooks, president;
Mrs. David Fentress, first vice presi-
dent; Mrs. TAFT Butler, second vice.
president; Mrs. J, ID. Allen. third vice.
president; Mrs. @. w. Graves, treas
urer; Mrs, S. J. Smith, corresponding
secretary; Mrs. c. A. Weathers, record
ing secretary.
The following delegates we're ap-
pointed to attend the Mothers Con-
gress, which will be held in Knoxville,
Tenn, May u and Is: Mrs. Berry
Brooks. with Mrs. F. Il. Brown, alter
nate; Mrs. T. r, Kelley, with Mrs. G. A.
Weathers, alternate,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
SMASH STORE WINDOW,

Taking advantage Of the din coca
stoned by the rain and thunder shortly
after midnight Friday, two negroes, one
wearing a soldiers uniform, smashed
the display windows at the front Of
the J~acobovitz drygoods store. 159 West
Iowa avenue, Before persons living In
nearby apartments could send in an
alarm to the central police station, the
burglars had gathered up numerous ar
ticles in the windows and departed.
Policemen Davis and Taylor could find
no trace of the thieves.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
Mrs. Floyd Welcomed Home.

The many friends OF Mrs. William
Floyd rendered her a most enthusiastic
welcome upon her return home, after
an absence OF several weeks, Wednes-
day.
Mrs. Floyd, who is a prominent mem
Der of the local u. d. C.'s, attended the
u. d. c. convention at Louisville while
away, and while there was shown much
attention az the guest OF Mrs. Mary X.
Wilett, who Is also well known In
Memphis.
After leaving Louisville she enjoyed
a three weeks rest at a private sani-
forum, and she returned home much
refreshed by her trip, and ready TO re.
new her many activities In the club
and social circle OF Memphis,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
Musical Contest,

The third biennial contest for Young
musicians of the Southern district was
held Thursday morning In the auditor
ium OF the Woman's building. The con-
testants were hidden behind screens
and known only by numbers to The
Judges and audience, These numbers
VIII be sent on TO the National Fedora
tion before the names OF winner can
be disclosed.
Six contestants entered but nly four
were present, All participants were
cotnplimented. at the close by the All.
dienoe which had gathered to hear this
musical treat. Wis
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
Repetition of Play.

Al the. earnest requested many who
witnessed Looking Backward" the
very clever play given by st, Agnes
alumnae last week in the auditorium
fortunately didn't get to witness II,
this play will be repeated Wednesday,
May a Under the cap Bile direction OF
Mrs, ], M Mccormack, the talent of
the local actors and actresses was won.
derfullv expressed.
The proceeds OF this affair will 40
to the fund for buying milk for the
babies OF st. Peters orphanage, and
the patronage Of the public is requested
for such q worthy cause,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
T. ]. Turley Heads Club.

Thomas J, Turley is the newly elected
president Of the Memphis Country club.
succeeding M. j.. Condor as the result
OF the election held Thursday night,
w, Preston Battle was elected first
vice president and Fred B. Jones sec
ond Vice-president. holland Fontaine IL
the treasurer for 1919. The board OF
directors will comprise the officers and
the following members: Martin ]. Con-
don. c. X. Smith, B, A. Bogy, LeRoy
Taylor, w. M, Ball and W. r. Markle.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
FITZIU- sEGURoLA TICKETS

Mrs. T.. w Taylor, treasurer of the
Beethoven club, has called attention to
a change in the place where tickets will
be sold for the concert OF Anna Fitziu
and Andres de Segurola, which will be
given at the New Lyric theater Mon
day evening under the auspices OF the
Beethoven club.
The tickets will be on sale at O.. X.
Houcks Piano company Saturday and
at the Lyric theater Monday.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
Mrs. Handgrave Honoree.

Mrs. j. R, Bitner entertained a party
Of friends, Thursday afternoon, at her
beautiful bungalow Juanita, on Young
avenue, In honor Of her niece, Mrs. j.
Handgraye. OF GreenVille, Miss. Miss
Lucern Hilburn, Of Moline, H., was
also an out-of-town guest at the at
fair.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
DR.. Finley Honored,

Or. Austin Finley, OF the West Ten
nessee State normal, has been elected
a member OF the Southern Society for
Philosophy and Psychology. He left
a meeting Of the society at Peabody
college.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

An invitation has been extended Mai
Gen. and Mrs. Leonard Wood, to at
tend the Memphis centennial celebra-
ton, and Gen. Wood has been especial
ly requested to deliver his lecture on
Theodore Roosevelt. II they accept the
invitation they will be the guests Of
Maj. and Mrs, Edward ]. Mccormack,
at the home Of their parents, DR.. and
Mrs. J, A. Crisler, 1888 Galloway ave-
nue.,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
MOOSE TO 1--WE DANCE.

OF Moose, will entertain with n dancins
party Friday night at Miss Irene Sturs
las studio, ~
This. will be the last indoor affair OF
the lodge for this season, and the com
mittee In charge has made arrAnge.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
Miss Julian Honoree

Miss Julian, an attractive bride-elect,
was the guest Of honor at a box party,
Friday afternoon, when Miss Minnie
Lewis entertained at the Orpheum
theater.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
BUSINESS AND SOCIAL.

Or, Edward q, Thompson has 70.
sumed practice. Offices, 624-2T Ex.
change building, adv
Or. E. A. Long, dentist, has reopened
offices In Central Bank Bldg, rooms
l7ol-t. for the treatment OF pyorrhea
and diseases OF the gums, adv
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Mr.. and Mrs. Charles B. Beardsley
OF Atlanta, Ga, the latter formerly Miss
Lucille Douglass, have returned to
Memphis to make their home and are
at present with Mrs. ~Beardsley's pa
rents, Mr.. and Mrs. Eugene Douglass,
on Madison avenue.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Mrs. Robert Bright, OF Des Moines.
Ia, Ia visiting her mother, Mrs. n. b.
Morford, and sister, Mrs. Allida Nor
ford Black. at their home, 1869 Agnes
place.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Mrs. J. H~andgrave. of Greenville,
Miss, Is the guest Of her aunt, Mrs.
J. r. Bitner, on Young avenue
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Jay have re-
Atlanta and Birmingham, Ala.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Mrs. r. f. Hunter, 1899 Vance ave-
nue., has as her guest her niece, Mrs.
Hicks Riley, OF Pine Bluff.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Mrs. Frank Black and son, Edgar,
left last evening for Louisville, Ky, on
q visit.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Corp. Ben II. Jacobsohn will arrive
today from overseas on board the U.
s. s.. Mongolia and will be at home
with his parents, 507 Pontotoc avenue.
Corp. J~acobsohn was with the 115th
field signal battalion until Just before
that unit sailed, when he was trans
ferred.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
ENTEE EtTAINME NTS
Dinner Party.

Mrs. Leona Gotten rendered a beau
tiful dinner party at the Hotel Gay
oso TuesdR az evening in honor Of Mr..
and Mrs. Byron Coburn, whose we'd
ding occurred at S~oherville, Tenn,
Tuesday at / o'clock. Mrs. Coburn
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Senator Frank d. Fuller left Mem
phis Thursday night for a brief visit
to Chicago On behalf Of the centenary
association.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Mrs. Frank Omberg n Mrs. Was
sell Randolph will leave Friday after
noon for Little Rock, Ark, to be the
guests of Mrs. Chester M. Butler.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

was, before her marriage, Miss Virginia
Llghtfoot, Of Somervilie.
The young couple left Tuesday eve-
ming for Cameron, Tex, where they
will make their home.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

Mrs. w. j. Brooks, Of Drew, Miss,
is a guest at the Peabody hotel.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09
MEETING OF MEMPHIS
W0MEN'S ORGANIZATIONS

st, Agnes alumnae win hold an i'm.
portant business meeting Saturday al.
tcrnoon at 4 o'clock at st. Agnes acad.
envy.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-05-09

The Organ guild of tho Washington
Heights Methodist church viii meet
Friday evening at s O'Clock at the
nhnrrh.