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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09

the recommendation of the COM
mission are carried out. The COM
mission asks that in the event Of
the failure of such a law it should
be made necessary for roads to dis
continue placing wood coaches be-
fore or between steel cars.
The commission outlined the activi-
ties of the roads during and since
Federal control with the view of
showing increased efficiency in opera
ton under the Transportation act.
Plans of the commission to adopt
rules governing the consolidation of
roads and the assumption of the COM
mission of excess earnings under the
Transportation act are in the process
of creation the report says.
REPORT ON REVOLVING FUND.
The railroad revolving fund is be-
ing distributed to the roads as fast
as plans for the proper and most
judicious use of the money can be
presented. The report shows that
loans from the fund were made TO
the amount of $115,767,71O, up to the
time of the drafting of the report
About one-half of this amount. or
S57, 79O,7 $50 was loaned to the roads
to meet maturing Indebtedness.
Traffic carried on the roads of the
country during the first seven months
of 1920 exceeded that of the same
months in 1910 by III per cent, the
report declares Basing its figure s
on those of the railroad adminstra-
ton, the commission declares a larger
volume was handled during the first
seven months this year than during
the same period in 1918.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
PENNS, LONG DEAD,
LOSE IN LAW SUIT.
Williams Brother Didn't Have
Ghost OF a Show" in Phil
adeIphia Court.

PHILADELPHIA. Dec. O.-shades
Of the Penn family. whose nlustrious
son, William. was the founder of the
commonwealth. were defendants in
court yesterday when Robert Smith
covenantor. and John II. Betz Sd, and
other owners proceeded to have old
land rents standing against properties
they own extinguished ON the ground
or presumption of payment.
The Penns, who created the ground
rents back In l7T0. were Thomas and
Richard, brothers OF william, IL was
stated. The rents were liens on lots
owned by the defendants at South Sec
ond street and along South street and
wero assessed on ground now oc-
cupied by the premises designated.
No'demand for payment OF these old
rents having been made for years, the
owners OF the buildings erected on the
lot proceeded TO have the ground
rents reserved by the Penns wiped
from the records.
An issue was framed making the
Penns the plaintiffs and yesterday.
when the case was brought up. Harry
Dietz, the court crier, solemnly sum
moned the Penns to appear and press
their claims II they had any. Neither
OF the Penn brothers appeared, nor
did any counsel representing them,
and Crier Dietz proclaimed their de-
fault. The present property owners
then pleaded presumption OF payment
and extinguRhment and Judge Stern
promptly entered verdict in favor OF
the defendants. The Penns will not
appeal.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
WOULD FREE .
RAILS FUND
Commerce Commission Urges
immediate Payment Of $780,
100000 U. S. Owes Roads.

Passage Of legislation which would
4 release to the railroads of the coun-
tty approximately $500 900 900 due
ury as guarantee during Federal con-
troll and for the six months follow
ing Federal control Of the roads was
recommended to Congress today by
the Interstate Commerce Commits
sion in its annual report.
NEEDED FOR OPERATION.
=, The immediate payment to some
OF these carriers of the amounts or
, parts of the amounts which we can
now determine to be certainly due
them under the guarantee pro-
visions Of the transportation act Is
vital to their meeting operating
expenses hxed charges and other
ooiigations." the commission de-
clared. Doubt as to the ability of
sDme roads to properly serve the
public as common carriers" unless
the payments are made also was
expressed.
The commission also requested
/ Congress to pass legislation which
, would make unlawful any offer to
pay any employe of railroad
money to Influence his action" with
respect to car allotment.
Efforts of the commission to rid
itself of the power to grant repara-
.tion to shippers are 20 be con-
/ tfnued. The commission contends
that the question of PREPARATION
should be based on the damage done
the shipper. which question should
be referred to the courts. The
members of the commiss1on con-
| tend In the report that their duty
should end with the determination
that there has been an overcharge
or unjust or discriminating rates
! levied.
1 Use of steel cars on passenger
trains would be required by law IL
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
FORM FEDERATION
Of LATIN STATES
Guatemala, Salvador, hicara-
qua, Costa RIGA. and Honduras
in Central Combine.

The formation OF a Central Amerl-
can Federation. composed OF the
states of Guatemala. Salvador. Near
aqua. Costa Rica, and Honduras. was
agreed upon In principle at a confer
ence OF representatives OF these
countries on December 8 at San Jose,
Costa Rica, the State Department wss
advised today.
The conference has been In session
several weeks seeking the formation
of a federation under a central gov =
eminent DIR. Alvarado Quiros has
been elected president OF the confer
euce,
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
HyattsviIle Dogs Killed to
Atone for Deeds of
Rabid Brother.

EVANSVILLE. Md. Dec. o.
These are tough days on dogs in
Hyattsville.
Following the discovery that a
dog which last week bit four
Hyattsyille boys was suffering from
rabies, CANNES in Hyattsville be-
lieved TO have been bitten by the
mad dog are being killed.
IL was said by a member OF the
city council today that the council
at special meeting December IA
probably will pass an order requIr-
ing the muzzling of dogs.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
5000 DIVORCES In HALF
YEAR In PARIS COURTS

PARIS. Dec. Eight thousand d.
vosees have been granted by the trl-
bunals OF the Seine during the nrst
half OF 1899. as AGAINST Sass for the
corresponding period In 1919 ana
imai increase IL due 10 the fact that
few divorces were granted during the
war and that there were considerable
arrears TO make up.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
REFUSE LOWER WAGE.

Homecoming, Nd. Dec. 0.-The
employees of the Homecoming plant of
the Kiots Throwing Company have
refused to return to work at lower
wage. The plant has been idle for
a long period due to the laxity OF
orders, 1t is said. but the manage
ment was willing to start up II the
200 or more girls. members of the
Textile Workers Union. would accept
a reduction.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09

THE little village of Burg in the famous Black Forest
of Germany, boasts probably of the only woman
night Waterman in the world The photograph shows
her making her rounds, accompanied by her faithful
dog. She carries lantern and horn, which Is used
only in case of fire to call for aid The womans hus-
band held the post for many years until he was serious
ly injured in accident and unable to continue his
duties
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
NEWS OF ALEXANDRIA
AND NEARBY VIRGINIA

| ALEXANDRIA,. Va, Dec. 9.-On
next Saturday delegates from all the
clubs Of northern Virginia will meet
at the Baptist Church upon the in
vitation of the Women's Club Of
Arlington county. The meeting will
be directed by Mrs. John a. Richard
son, Of Berryville, Va, second vice
president of the Federated Clubs. An
| address of welcome will be delivered
by Mrs. Henry Lockwood, president of
the local club.
The guests will be entertained at
luncheon, following which addresses
will be delivered by members.
| Announcement has been made of
the marriage Of Miss Vera NJ. McDer-
mott, daughter of r. F. McDermott,
Of this city, and c. II. Moore. jr., of
Rising Sun, Ind. The ceremony was
performed by the Rev. Father J. Z.
Dunn. of st. Plus Church, in Balti-
more, on September IA
The Catholic Club of ST. Mary's
| Church will this evening give a pro-
gressive euchre party at the Lyceum
Hall.
| A game of basketball will be played
in Armory Hall this evening between
the knights Of Columbus and Catho-
lie University, of Washington.
| The funeral OF the Mrs. Leila d.
Webster. wife of John ID. Webster,
took place from Demaines funeral
chapel this afternoon and was at
tended by many friends of the de-
ceased woman.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Mary
p. Nelson. wife OF Thomas H. Nelson.
of 1905 King street, will take place
from the Methodist Episcopal Church
South tomorrow afternoon at p. m.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Mary
May, wife OF George May, was held
from Wheatley's funerol chapel this
morning. Services were conducted by
the Rev. Carl Goette. OF Immanual
Lutheran Church and burial was in
Bethel Cemetery.
The Players Club OF this city will
this evening give n vaudeville show
at the hall of Alexandria Lodge of
Elks. The committee in charge In
cludes Cameron Roberts, chairman;
Miss Abbie Hoxton, and Magnus
Bales.
William f. Toomey, former resident
OF tnlS city, urea at MS nonts ooV 4
street northwest, Washington, last
Tuesday.
Federal Lodge, of Washington. last
evening paid fraternal visit to
Sarepta Lodge of odd Fellows and
conferred the first degree on large
class of candidates.
A meeting OF Fitzgerald Council,
No. 45o. knights OF Columbus, was
held at st. Marys Hall last evening,
with Grand Knight c. III. Horgan pre-
siding. The first degree of the order
was cxemplified to large class of
candidates.
Alexandria Post, No. -. American |
Legion, have completed plans for their |
dance TO be given at Elks' Hall to-
morrow evening. The music viii ~
furnisbed by Mcwilliams' orchostrsSl
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
LABOR CHIEFS TO DENVER.

D A committee OF American Fedora
ition OF Labor officials headed by Sec
retary Frank MORRISON len for Den
liver. Colorado. yesterday 10 make pre-.
liminary preparations for the forty
thrst annual convention OF the lFederas
ton To be held next June.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
NEWS OF ROCKVILLE
AND REST OF COUNTY

ROCKVILLE, Md. Dec. 9.-Mrs.
Elizabeth NJ. Beall of Hyattstown
and Ernest F. Harris, well-known
farmer of the same vicinity. were
married in Rockville yesterday af-
ternoon by Rev. o. G. Barnes, pastor
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
CHIlD'S PLAY KILLS BABE.

ALTOONA, Pa. Dec. 9.-Lena Ru-
pert. u baby, upon whom her three
year-old brother dropped n paper he
had lighted at the kitchen stove, is
dead from her burns.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09
KING RAMA OF SIAM, 6rst

OF his line TO renounee the
right 70 a hsrem, according 10
a cablegrsm received In Bos-
ton By a youthful member Of
the Siamese nobility. King
Rama bias chosen the young
mans sister. TO be his Queen.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09

Alexandria Post, No. -. American
Legion, have completed plans for their
dance TO be given Mt Elks' Hall to-
morrow evening. The music viii, ~
furnisbed BY Mcwilliams' Orchestra
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09

A meeting OF Fitzgerald Council
No. 45o. knights of Columbus, was
held at st. Mary's Hall last evening,
with Grand Knight c. III. Morgan pre-
siding. The first degree of the order
was cxemplified to large class of
candidates,
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09

william r. Toomey, former residen
of this city. died at his home, $40
street northwest, Washington, las
Tuesday.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09

Federal Lodge, of Washington. las
evening paid n fraternal visit e
Sarepta Lodge of Odd Fellows ant
conferred the first degree on larg,
class of candidates.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1920-12-09

The Players Club OF this city will
this evening give vaudeville show
at the hall of Alexandria Lodge Of
Elks The committee in charge In.
cludes Cameron Roberts, chairman
Miss Abbie Hoxton, and Magnus
Bales.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1920-03-15
SENSIBLE SHOE
CAMPAIGN URGED
ON q. OF ]. GIRLS
fSnecial to The APgus)

Urbens, ILL.,, March 15.-"EveFy
Illinae 70 wear compon sense shoes
70 school, is the aim OF the cam
paign started this week by the
Womsn's Athletic association ct the
University of Illinois. The "sensi-
BILE SHOE" low broad heel, rounded
toes. and flexible arch. will be worn
by every coed at the university il
the concensus of opinion of the
girls who attend the coed convoca-
ton held Wednesday evening. The
movement has proved successful In
many eastern universities and col.
leges.
Here are some of the instructions
q to how to walk, care Of the feet
and what shoes to wear Is given to
the girls by DR.. Gertrude Moulton
university adviser to women
The Meyer line is . line
drawn through the center Of the
big toe and toe joint of the big
toe which should come out In
the center OF the heel. II It
don't come there your feet are
not tracking right.
Put your feet straight togeth-
er. Do your toes come together
at the top! II they don't your
feet have degenerated or the
kind Of shoes you are wearing
are making them degenerate.
Exercise your feet. Walk
fast; slow walking is detri-
ment to your feet. When you
walk point your feet straight
forward with the weight on the
outside Of your foot.
Wear the low heel, broad
shoe. Get shoes big enough.
Have the toe shaped as the foot
is shaped. Have your big toe
on each foot touch.
1t is hoped that all co-eds vii
have q pair Of sensible shoes be
fore going home during the sprinI
vacation, April l to 6.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1920-03-15
CoN0RKsellAN GRAHAM EXPLAINS
HIS POSITION ON RAILWAY BILL

substitute therefor : voluntary ar
bitRation commission composed Of
Representatives OF the public. the
railroad employees, and the railroad
employers. In this condition the
confefence report came to the
house and senate. Then, for tbs
first time. the contention was mads
that the defeat of the anti-strike
clause was not sufficient but that
the thing desired by the railroad
brothefhOods was government
operation OF the railroads. The
only question presented was to
vote for it or vote against it.. A
vote against it meant that after the
first OF March the railroad situa-
ton. without legislation, would
have been chaotic. Railroad com
panies, obliged to finance their own
operations, would have been un-
able to do so, and this would have
resulted in receiverships, more
hardships to the public and ulu-
mate unemployment for many
workmen. ! voted for this confer
ence report and in so doing l be-
lieve ! served the best interest, not
only OF the public, but OF the rail-
road brotherhoods and those who
have their capital invested in the
railroads.
l think I have stated the condi-
tions as they existed so that you
and your associates may be fully
able to see the situation as I saw
it, and to understand my attitude in
the matter. ! will be very glad
however, at any time to give you
any further information l can that
may be desired.
Carries Reply Further.
While l have stated to you the
facts. think / may, with propriety
go a little further and state my
views on some questions which
think are intimately involved in this
matter. To answer your letter, it i.
not necessary for me to do so. bul
think it advisable so that you ant
your associates may know my atti
tude in these fundamental things.
refer now to the matter of govern
ment operation of railways and thu
right Of the public to be represent
ed in controversies between rail
road operators and operatives
Government operation of any bust
ness is, in my judgment, always
unwise, unless the business il
strictly part of the government
machinery, or unless such opera
ton is necessary for the preserva
ton Of the health or well-heing o
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1920-03-15
IRE CORDIAL
Keep TI0N FOR
IS. PANkNURST
g1lsh Da9s1gel. LAalse Csidly
Received h 1913 Asessst q
Ae(1ooe,

~. Emnsiins Pankhusst Eng
- suAragst, who ID scheduled 70
Dpeak It Augustana college March
~ under The auspices Of the Tn
o|lY Press club. will doubtless
Unet with . more cordial recep-
IN in the United States than she
1oDerienced UPON . former trip IN
5Di3.
She was rscupersting from the
p1citsment OF riot and arrest in
London and made one visit 10 the
stotss in 1911 and . second oas two
yooFs later It was upna the lat
~ trip that she was coldly re-
ceivsd by the organized su6Fagist
bo1fes in America.
with visions Of aroused women
adopting the militant methods OF
lnoir sisters In England, the immi-
grstion officers Of New York order
q her deported upon her arrival.
The government at Washington
Overruled the decision. however.
and she was allowed to enter the
country with the understanding
that she would maintain peace and
return to England upon the COM
pletion OF her lecture tour.
'sThe wopan's party has fought
for a strict blockade and vigorous
use Of British sea power and
against the German scheme fol-
freedom of the seas" boasted
Mrs. Pankhurst.
I'VE waged uncompromisinl
warfare against the wait and see
methods Of the Asquith govern
ment and had great share II
rousing public indignation ant
causing its overthrow. We havs
commended since the early days Of
the war for that allied unity which
Is indispensable to victory. W.
have been foremost in the hgh
against every form of compromis,
peace, realizing that such Q peac.
would be thinly disguised Ger
man victory"
Previously at mass meeting OF
Boston Common. Mrs. Pankhurs
declared that British women wer'
deyoting their whole energies u
war work and importuned Ameri
can mechanics to stay 1T their Job
until Germany was brought de
feat.
livery strike in this country.
ahe declared. Strengthens tn
hands of the German emperor"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1920-03-15

the people as . whole. I do not
believe the operation Of the rail-
roads Of the country 10. ct this time.
such Q business. Government opsr-
alton il always expensive and COM
paratively inefficient We ought, in
every way, to encourage individual
enterprise and initiative in BUSH
ness. For these reasons, ! am OPP
posed to governmsnt operation Of
the railroads of the country 1t this
time. As to the second matter I
have mentioned, / am convinced the
time has arrived, II it has not been
here for some time, when the pub
lie should be represented in all
conferences and adjustments be-
tween the owners and employees Of
railroads where questions are in
yolved that may result in an inter
, ference with the operation Of the
railroads, where additional trans
portation charges may result, or
where impaired service may result.
The railroads are the arteries of
our national body. Without the
railroads our country would re-
lapse into primitive conditions. A
stoppage of the railroads, or an i'm
pediment to the ready transporta-
| ton of supplies. means hunger, and
cold and suffering and privation to
all of the peple. The public must
have the railroads, and have them
operating, to live. The public pays
for the operation Of the railroads in
freight and passenger charges
About five per cent of this public
consists of railroad owners and
employees; the other IS per cent
neither own railroads nor work
upon them. Is it not entirely rea-
sonable and proper that this IS per
cent, SO intimately concerned in the
final decision Of railroad contro-
versies, should also have some
voice in their settlement? I think
| so. l feel assured that this view
will meet with the concurrence OF
opinion OF you and every other
fair-minded man.
II I have gone into this a little
more at length than I should. you
will pardon me. am only trying
TO give you, UNDERSTANDABLE. my
views in these very important mat
tiers. wish you would kindly show
this letter to your associates who
signed the communication with
you. You may also, II you choose,
give it to the press, a privilege
which I also beg to reserve.
Very truly yours.
(Signed) W. J. GRAHAM.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1920-03-15

AT A TEA PARTY
a few days ago. Abraham's pecan
rolls were the leading topic and the
unanimous verdict was, that there
are no better eats.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1920-03-15
Certain.teed Products Improve New and Old Building.

CERIAlN-TEED Roofing will
provide you with a weather-proof,
spark-proof roof at moderate cost.
Certain-teed Roofing, the highest
quality prepared roofing. is guaran-
teed for FIVE. ten. OF fifteen years
according to weight. 1t has never
been known to wear out on the roof.
1t you are putting up new building
or repairing an old one Certain-teed
Roofing should have your careful
consideration.
Certain-teed Paints and Varnishes
are also Of the highest quality. Thew
are made by experts of nothing but
the best materials.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1920-12-16
T urniture to Make The Home Cgc and Attractive,

Rockers, from 81 to $l5, Library Tables, as so
to S25. Dining Tables, $l2. so to $35. Cedar Chests,
~ inches, SIS Is. Extra Large Finely finished Ce,,
dar Chests, $35. Eldridge and Singer Sewing Ma
chimes Beautiful Blue and White Enameled Kitch-
en- Cabinet Bases for $25 Hoo sier Cabinet in Oak.
also White Enamel Buy your wife that Hoosier
Cabinet you have been promising so long and we will
help you out by allowing 10 per cent discount from
the regular price.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1920-12-16
Christmas Candies, Nuts and Fruits.

A Large Stock Of Fresh Candies at>35c, 4Oc, SOC
and Csc 10 Mixed Nuts, Dates, Figs, Raisins, Co
%coanuts, Bananas, Oranges, Grape Fruit and Celery.
Extra Fine Cranberries, 7tic a gallon. Special dis
counts given to -chools and~C Churches in quantity
purchases of Candies and Nuts.
SPECIAL OFFER ON SUGAR.-From De-
cember 9Th until Christmas, with all purchases Of
other goods amounting to $500, we will sell 10 lbs.
Best Granulated Sugar for III 90.
Great Falls daily tribune. [volume] (Great Falls, Mont.) 1895-1921, 1920-07-26
SIRE CHING SPINS
TRIM YACHTS FOR
THEIR FINAL RACE
Indications Are for Light South
westerly Breeze for Coast
Run Monday.

Sandy Hook. y J.. July 20 Resomte
and Shamrock " took sail stretching
spins Sunday afternoon in the Horse
Shoe. preparatory for what promises to
be the final race for the America cup
Monday The American yacht bent on a
brand new main sail and after it was
hoisted set an outer iib and went for a
20 minutes sail in the bay. A nice eight
knot breeze was blowing from the north
west which would have been an ideal day
for the racing machines.
Shamrock got under way late this
afternoon and worked in and about the
Horse Shoe for some time, Once at their
the mainsail of the two racers
were put under covers and the crews
were permitted to rest for Mondays race,
which is to be fought out over a course
of Is miles to windward or leeward and
return.
Sir Thomas Upton still feels confident
the Shamrock will lift the cup, 1ndica
tions Sunday night were for light
southwesterly breeze which would give
the yachts beat to windward 10 miles
down the Jersey coast with run home.