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New-York tribune., 1919-04-27
Concerning
John B. Hymer
Of EAST Is " est

On the programme Of east Is West"
at the Astor Theatre names Of two au-
thors appear, Samuel Shipman and
John B. Hymer. Mr.. Shipman COL
laoorated in two other plays which
have enjoyed popularity, "Friendly
Enemies" and "The Woman in Room
13," and this combination, with it's re-
sultant royalties, has given him a GER
tain degree of prominence. Very little
has been said about MI Hymer. Which
is one reason for bringing to light a
few facts about the author of East Is
West"
Mr. Hymer is best known in the
vaudeville world, He has been writing
playlets and having them produced fire.
quently. but perhaps even that would
not establish his name in the rush of
mixed bills if it were not that he
also acted in them from time to time
Even now he is on tour with one of his
playlets, q comedy called Come On
Red" with which he is headlining
through the West on the Orpheum cir
cult. SO he is one more example of the
actor-author.
he began the writing part of his ca
reer first at the mature age of thirteen
in his native city Of Nashville, Tenn.
What Is more to the point, ne had his
play, dramatization Of "Pecks Bad
Boy" actually produced by amateurs.
1t taught him enough not to write any
more plays FOR several years, by
which time he had gained a foothold
as an actor. He appeared in New York
In various plays. Then he wrote play
let, which he managed to sell, and be-
fore long he found that he could find
ready market for such products with
vaudeville producers. For the past
twenty years he has continued to write
these playlets, and 1t might be said that
he was one Of the three most success
ful--or most prolific, according to your
iewpoint--writers Of vaudeville play.
lets in this country.
Twice during those twenty years he
has written plays and found producers
for them, but in neither case did the
plays come into New York And for the
most part Mr.. Hymer's ambition to turn
out full three-act play which would
land on Broadway remained only an
ambition. Until last fall. Then he
heard from his friend Samuel Ship
man, quite casually one day that Fay
Bainter's manager, William Harris, jr
needed play for her very badly, and
Mr.. Hymer learned that she was sue
cessful in an Oriental role Now, as it
happened, Mr.. Hymer had been nursing
q fondness for Chinese stories through
ten or fifteen years. and when Mr.
Shipman spoke of this he became inter-
ested. Between that day when the
play was first mentioned and the day
when it was sold to Mr.. Harris six
weeks elapsed. Five weeks and two
days of that time were spent in casual
references to the story, and once in
a while discussion. Five days were
spent in actual writing.
Mr.. Hymer at that time was laid
New-York tribune., 1919-04-27
Park to
fnanguv0sp Summer Season

The out Of door amusement seeker
viii soon come into his own when
Schenck Brothers open their Pali
sades Amusement Park for the sum-
mer season on Saturday, May 10th.
The free theatre, the dance hall, the
miles of midway and all other attrac-
tions will be in full swing on opening
day and continue to operate every day
and night throughout the summer.
New-York tribune., 1919-04-27

These reforms are now being Wig
orously agitated in England by the
Actors Association, with the further
New-York tribune., 1919-04-27
The Actor Learns From
Tony Sarg's Puppets

different thing from the real life that
goes on around it, 1t is condensa-
tion of real life in brief space of
time as we'll as locality. The actor
has tremendous lot to say and such
brief time in which to say it. Some
how 1t seems he ought to learn TO re-
duce his statement of whatever case he
's presenting to precise and telling
shorthand. At least, that is the lesson
OF Tony Sargs little dolls, if one
could be ungcnerous enough of accus-
ing anything so charming Of being
ddactic
New-York tribune., 1919-04-27
Lexington Stock Company
Presents eyes or No,'

Frances Ferne and the Wales Winter
company, who are filling q popular
priced stock engagement at the Lexing-
ton Theatre, will present a revival Of
"Yes or No" this week. Matinees will
be given on Wednesday and Saturday
afternoons.
New-York tribune., 1919-04-27

romance of his calling, but he has
gained correspondingly in respectful
consideration. And for his text he
takes to his heart the words of Mar
Gus Aurelius: Love the art. poor as
1t may lie, which though hast learned
and be content with it; making thy
self neither the tyrant nor the slave
of any man."
New-York tribune., 1919-04-27
~ oman in Room 49,
MOres to the RenubEc

The Woman in Room 49," now play
ing at the Booth Theatre, will move to
ehe Republic next Monday night Mar
]orle Rambeau, in THE Fortune Tel
ler," will go on tour.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
Four New Styles in Wool Jersey

These frOclS of tho better sort and arc cut on
new lines and trimmed with wool embroidery With Tin,
metal buttons. They in taupc, twilight blue rookie
Pekin and tan at $2S.75 and $3.50.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
800 New Silk PettiCOatS Are
Special at $S.S5

backor in
Youma tarc MESA
line mcalnc with silk
dion and the
(Ientr
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
GeOrgette Crepe FrOcks

IN lovely oong ranging from the staple blacks and navy
glowing and orchid soft bue and flesh pink Most
beaded embroidered
ately dIaped. They and go to
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
BandeauX-Special
at 65c

Pink bandeauX fasten in back where
there are inserts of elastic. They have
tape shoulder straps One model is
trimmed with lace; the other is neatly
plain,
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
Organdie Neckwear in
Delightful COlOringS

Collars and sets in many attractive
shapes come in rose, flesh color, white.
red, Copenhagen blue and tan. Most
of them are for the new round neck
frockS and many are plcated, hem
stitched and picoted
Also imitation fiet collars and sets.
and net collars.
SPECIAL AT 50c
(Centran
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
For Large Women

there are navy blue and black wool
poplin skirts, well tailored in good
models, for stout figures. Wristbands
are 30 to SO. $7.75 to SIS.
(Merket)
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
YOuthline COrsets for
Heavy FigureS-S5

They are made of pink coutil and are
heavily boned. Three hooks below the
broad front steels hold the corsets
firmly over the figure. There are strong
elastic inserts in the sides of the long
skirts.
You may choose low or medium
high bustline.
The corsets are for medium to very
stout figures.
(Centrsn
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
In Tafeta

Ialeta has the true rustic of Spring and the freshest
rock made Of it, Here will the beshaped
cordng Navy black and brown the principal
Nl970. S22.75 to $3.50 are the prices.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31


Cleaning taheta frocks fetchingly pufed and have
wide tafeta how the back. They are in orchid
pink, Nile and maize al S23.5O
Other lovely party frocks of tule and slvercoth are
S2250, S2I.75 and s29.15
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
At S5

Skirt of wool serge, in navy blue and
black, faille poplin in navy blue, black
and taupe and ve,vety corduroy in
navy blue. :
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1919-01-31
Practical Skirts
At So

Black cotton ramie wash skirts, for
business or house wear, made with
pockets and belt. Also good-looking
white pique skirts.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
OUTBREAKS IN CHINA EXPECTED
 BY FOREIGNERS
Owing to AntiJ-apanese Feeling Safety of Other Feared and WarShips
 Are Getting Busy

TOXIC, June 13.-(Associated Press)-The serious spread of anti Japanese agitation in Shanghai, Han kow, Ranking, Canton and other cities, is reported with indications that it may develop into a general anti-foreign movement.
 Several warships are being hur, ried to Shanghai and other Chinese ports. Shipping has ceased owing to the boycott. The situation Is considered serious, not alone for the safety of Japanese residents, but for all foreign residents.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
SOVIET HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY IS
 RAIDED BY OFFICERS
The Government Seizes All Papers and Books-New York Leg islature to Assist Against
 the Reds

NEW YORK, June 13.-Represen- tatiyes on a joint State Legislative Committee have been appointed to investigate the activities of the rad icals in New York, and to cooperate with the government officers in pros. ecuting those guilty of bomb out rages and sedition.
 Officers raided the Russian Soviet headquarters here, and federal offl- cers seized all books and papers found.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
PROP ACANDA TO DEFEAT MEASURE
 FOR SOLDIERS
House Public Lands Com mittee Investigating the Source of Movement
 Against the Project

WASHINGTON, June 13.-Thc House Public Lands Committee is trying to find the source of propa- ganda designed to defeat the project of Secretary Lane for providing farms and occupation for returned soldiers.
 It is reported that circulars have been sent to newspapers charging that T. C. Atkerson. representing the National Grange, did not get a fair hearing when he appeared before the committee to present the resolu- tionA adopted by the grange opposing the measure containing the recom- mendations of Secretary Lane.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
CAPT. "WEE" COYLE IS GIVEN A CROSS
 FOR HIS WAR WORK
Former Captain and Quarter Back of the University of Wash ington Squad Receives
 High Honors

WASHINGTON, June 13.-Captain William l. Coyle. better known as Wee Coyle. the former quarter back star and captain of the fcot- bail sqrad of the University cf Wash ington, has been awarded the Dis Service Cross.
 Capt Coyle is now deputy County Auditor in King County
 At the time he entered the Army he was practicing attorney in Seat tie.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
"JOHN THE BARBER" THREATEN
 TO SUE DEMPSEY

TOLEDO, June 13.-John J. Refs Ter, known to boxers as John the Barber formerly Dempsey's man. ager, threatens to file suit to re- strain Dempsey from entering the ring. He claims that Dempsey owes him $10,000.
 Both Dempsey and Willard are reaping a big harvest from the crowds visiting their training quar- ters each day, Willard charging 50 cents and Dempsey 25 cents. About 1000 persons attend daily and the Saturday crowds run better than 5000.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
PERSIAN GOVERNMENT PUTS IN CLAIM TO
 ALLIES FOR DAMAGES
Claims That Persia Lost 300, ,0OO Men From Battles on Persian Soil and Destroyed
 Property

GENEVA, June 13.- Associated Press)-The Persian Legation at Berne announces the Persian claim of indemnity to the Peace Conference for war losses. It says 100000 Per sians lost their lives as the result of battles on Persian soil, and the invasion of the enemy caused dam age to state property amounting to 33,000,000 million francs. and to private property amounting to 3,OOo,- 900, 1000 francs.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
CUMMINGS SAYS MUST MAINTAIN
 PEACE.

SALT LAKE, June 13.-Homer s. Cummings, chairman of the National Democratic Committee. in his ad- dress here again defended the League of Nations against it's opponents, and praised the efforts of President Vii son for promoting worlds peace. He declared that the critics of the League and of the President failed to offer any constructive plan for maintaining the fruits of war towards a permanent peace.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
RING FOLLOWERS
 ARE PUZZLED TO
 PICK THE WINNER
Sentiment Concerning Will lard and Dempsey Has Changed DaiIy-Demp-
 sey is Threatened

TOLEDO, June 13.-Sporting auth critics here are unable to select the favorite in the Dempsey-Willard fight Sentiment changes daily. Correspondents declare that no heavy weight fight since that of Corbett and Sullivan has created such variance of opinion, and which changes so rapidly and often.
 It is expected that Willard will be in first class condition in fortnight. Dempsey is still suffering from the reopening of an old wound over his eye.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
GOVERNOR RIGGS MAY
 MAKE FOURTH GRAFTON
 IN WRANGELL CITY
Has Been Invited to Speak There By the Citizens and Will Go if
 Boat Schedule is
 Favorable

WRANGELL. June 13.--(Special to The Empire)-Mayor J. w. Prichett, chairman of the Fourth of July Pro- gram Committee, received a cable today from Gov. Thomas Riggs, Jr, saying that he had accepted with pleasure the invitation of the citizens of Wrangell to deliver an address here on July 4, providing boat sched- ules will not occasion too great an absence from headquarters.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
DECLINES TO ACT AS REFEREE

PHILADELPHIA, June 13.-Will- jam Recap sporting editor of the Philadelphia Ledger, has written Major Riddle stating that his duties with the Ledger will prevent him serving as referee for the Dempsey Willard fight Recap made no ref erence to the fact that Tex Rickard had said that. Recap might not be acceptable. owing to the fact that all of the members of the war board on boxing had not endorsed him.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
IS DECLARED THAT THE
 DRUG HABIT IS GROWING
 IN THE UNITED STATES

WASHINGTON, June 13.--- The Treasury Department is in- vestigating the narcotic situa- tion. It is reported that over 100000 persons are addicted to drugs in the United States. It is also reported that the use of drugs, other than for leg itimate and medical purposes, is steadily increasing.
 The importation of opium has increased twice as rapidly as the growth of the population. It is said that it is believed the increase will be still more rapid when prohibition becomes na- tion-wide.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
ACCUSES ALLIES
 USING MONEY TOE INFLUENCE PRESS
German Socialist Paper Says Money Has Been ]: Sent to Holland By A. {:
 lies Against Kaiser :

BERLIN, June 13-Letters ex- changed between officials of the League for the prosecution of the former Kaiser have been printed In vorwaerts, Socialist German organ. One of these refers to the remittance of 2O.OOO marks to Holland for cul- tivating friendly newspaper comment. The paper remarks that the League must spend considerably more than this sum on propaganda, in view Of the Allies determination to have the former Kaiser surrendered for triaE
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
BIT TER FIGHT IS
 EXPECTED OVER
 PERSECUTION

ATLANTA CITY, June 13.-Resolu- tions urging the recognition of Rus sia's Soviet government, and lifting the blockade against the Soviet of Russia, Is among 200 resolutions sub mitted by delegates attending the American Federation of Labor in this city. It is expected there will be a bitter fight on the floor when the soviet resolution comes up. Another resolution urges the independence of Ireland, another for six-hour work day.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
YUKON RIVER IS THE LOWEST KNOWN IN A ]
 GOOD MANY YEARS

VANCOUVER. B. C., June iS.-- The White Pass Railway started it's first boat from Whitehorse to Daw- son on June 10. according to advices given out at the local office yester- day. It was the lowest water ex- perienced in years in the Yukon river when the boat left.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
CHURCHES ASK
 RATIFICATION
 OF THE LEAGUE
Signers Include Cardinal Gibbons, Taft and Mott = Cummings Defends
 League of Nations

NEW YORK, June 13.-The Church Peace Union has sent the Senate a resolution urging the ratification Of the League of Nations, which Is de- scribed in the resolution as the lend for which the youths of the Allies gave their lives"
 The signers include William How ard Taft, Cardinal Gibbons and John R. Mott, head of the Y M c. A.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
BOMBING PLANE
 WILL START FOR
 ATLANTIC FLIGHT

ST. JOHNS, June 13.-vicker's vimy bombing plane is expectedA to start for England this afternoon, com peting for the London Mails $5o,00o prize. Captain Jack AIcock is skip per and Lieut.. Arthur Whitten Brown, his pilot. The men said they be- iieved In getting started on Friday the 18th for good luck.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
CAPTAIN OF "OREGON" COMING TO ALASKA ON
 THE MARBLEHEAD

BREMERTON, June 13.-The his toric battleship Oregon was put out of commission today, Friday the 18th, at this place. Captain w. T. Par rant. of the Oregon. is going to Alaska on the Marblehead to help fight the influenza.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
REPORT
 IS MADE FOR REPEAL
 OF DAYLIGHT SAVING

WASHINGTON, June 13.-A rider repeating the daylight saving law. to become effective when the clocks are turned back in October, at tached to the agricultural appropria- tion bill, was unanimously recom- mended for passage by the commit tee.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
STRIKERS OFFER TO
 RETURN TO WORK IF
 COMPANY WILL AGREE

CHICAGO. June 13-Striking tele- graphers offer to return to work for the Postal Company, if the com pany will agree to wage adjustments. immediately after full control is given back to the company by the government.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
soiN THE STRIKE.

VANCOUVER, June 13.-Half of vancouvers, telephone operators have joined the strike. The service. how ever, is not badly crippled Over 1000 returned soldiers met and adopted resolutions opposing the strike. They expressed the greatest distrust of the labor leaders.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
RAILROAD MONEY IS
 PASSED BY SENATE TO
 AMOUNT 750 MILLIONS

WASHINGTON, June 13 The Senate has passed the House bill appropriating $750, 100000 for de- ficiencies to be used by the Gov ernment Railway Administration.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
IS ANNOUNCED THAT CANADIAN TRAINMAN
 VOTE TO STRIKE

WINNIPEG, June 13.-Officials of the Winnipeg Switchmen's and train mems local announced today that they had voted to strike tonight. It is believed that this action on the pakt of the trainmen will severely cripple the freight service.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
ALLIES TO HELP
 0MSK RULER TO
 FIGHT THE REDS
Council of Five Agree to Extend to koIchak Orig inal Shipments Prom
 iSed Government

PALS, June IS. - Associated Press )-The Council of Five has re- piled to the note sent by Gen Kol- chak of the Russian Omsk govern ment. The members agreed to ex tend to the Omsk government orig inal shipments already promised This is interpreted as meaning recog milton of the Omsk government by the Allies.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
UkRAlNES WANT ALLIES TO
 ASSIST.

LONDON, June 13.-One Ukraine diplomatic mission has arrived here and another. is going to Washington. They will request the, cooperation on the part of the Allies with the Uk- raines for an active military cam paign against the Bolsheyiki forces
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
WILL TRY AND PREVENT VOTE

WASHINGTON, June 13.-A group of leading Democratic Senators will endeavor to prevent vote on Knox's resolution declaring the Senate can not accept the covenant of the League of Nations unless it is sep arated from the peace treaty.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
ALLIES IN FULL ACCORD ON PEACE NOW
BRITISH FL YER STARTS OVER OCEAN
CHILD SWALLOWS TACkS AND OPERATED ON AND
 WILL RECOVER NOW

CHICAGO, June IS. - Baby Dorothy McVickers swallowed box of tacks, and was sub mitted to an operation. Physi- sicians removed 43 tacks from the stomach of the little one, three from the lungs, and declare that the child will live.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
NAY HAVE "s,c NEWS sooN."

WINNIPEG, June l3.-The settle ment of the strike here soon was in dicated by Mayor Gray this afternoon when he was asked if the latest cancellation movement was succeed ing. He said: "I may have big news for you within the next 24 hours."A
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
ARMY BILL FOR
 MONEY PASSED

WASHINGTON, June 13.-The House today passed the 1920 army appropriation bill carrying total of $71S,000,000, and providing for a temporary army of 100000 men, The original measure submitted by the War Department called for $1,250,- 100000.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
SEVERAL ARE KILLED IN EXPLOSION WHEN A
 LOCOMOTIVE BLOWS UP

FORT WORTH. Tex. June 1S.-- A locomotive of passenger train blew up at Avondale near here anA killed several persons.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
RAILWAY STRIKE IN
 DETROIT CITY ENDED

DETROIT, June 13.-The strike of the traction men in this city has been ended. The men were granted a slight increase.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13

Even when he puts his best foot forward the pessimist holds the oth- CT in reserve for good swift kick.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13

Probably one of the hardest things to do in this world is to make fa- ther believe modern trousseau is worth the money.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
CONDITION OF LISTER
 AGAIN IS CRITICAL.

SEATTLE, June 13.-The condi- ton of Gov. Ernest Lister is again critical. He displays mental cloudiness.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
HEDERALS STILL
 IN CONTROL OF
 CITY OF JUAREz
Carranza Officers Claim Villa Forces Over 10000 Are About 20 Miles
 South of City

JUAREZ, June 13.-Contrary to expectations, no battles resulted last evening following the alarming re, ports that Villa followers under Gen. Felix Angeles were within sight of the city.
 Carranza officials today claimed that the rebels were remaining about 20 miles south of the city. They say the Villa force numbers over 20,000..
 They also assert that Juarez is well garrisoned by federal troops and that they have no fear of an attack However, those who can get away continue to flee across the border to the American side.
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
IS MUCH EXCITEMENT.

FL PASO, June 13.-There is much excitement. here over the near possibility of an attack by the Villa rebel forces against the federals in Juarez. There is much speculation concerning the probable action of the United States government in case Juarez is taken by the rebels.
 Military officers here are quoted as saying that no instructions have been received beyond guarding the American border. 4
The Alaska daily empire., 1919-06-13
TREATY HAS BEEN REWRITTENIN , ORDER TO CLEAR UP ALL CLOUDY
 PASSACES--HUNS MAY BE GIVEN
 CHANGE FOR 4 LEAGUE MEMBER

PARIS, June 13.-(Associated Press) = It reported last night in diplomatic circles that the Allies in conn pete accord all questions concerning their reply to the Ger contentious.
 It said the Seicia settlement based pebiscite
 In to the request of Germany to be allowed to be- member of the eague of Nations it decided that she should be given that privilege upon conforming to certain conditions Prhaps these conditions be met before the first meeting of the League.
 One condition said for Germany guarantee to abandon compulsory military training and herself of all sovets
 Baron Mainoy of Japan has joined the Council again and will be known the Council of the Big Five.
 TREATY NOT CHANGED IN PRINCIPLE
 PARIS June 13-It declared this afternoon that 1t peace treaty been changed prn cp although it will be virtually document because of the clearing up any possibility of obscure wording
 The document will be made public the day of it's delivery delegates It emphasized that the only for the Council of Five in rewriting the document was to clear up all cloudy passages N
 .ss HAS BEEN ENTIRELY REWRITTEN ss
 PARIS June 13.<The German peace treaty has Deeu rey rewritten reprinted for incorporation changes in wording former clauses mostly for explanations and carif cation of the text rather than for concrete changes in that there be misunderstanding of the wording the Allied reply the to the German counter proposals made the peace treaty which they asked to sign.
 WANTS ECONOMIC CONTROL OF GERMANY
 PARIS June 13-The British delegates at the eleventh hour today attempted reopen the question of tons They submitted proposals for the introduction of reparaton commission for the principally controlling material furnished Germany thus enabling the commission to control Germanys economic development during the period it operates s