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South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17

Our Mems Store has made dras-
tic reductions in the cost Of all
mems wear. For instance
Good Nainsook and other high
grade fabric Athletic Union Suits
ideal fit, loose, comfortable and re-
freshing, expert workmanship and
elastic bands. Remarkable value
at Csc to 81 so pair
Correct Scarfs for Easter. Rich
patterns in beautiful silks-$l.50.
High Grade American made
Silk Ties in all the latest shades and
colors-
Dress Shirts so to $500.
White Oxford Shirts-$3.50.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
ATTEMPT TO ROB
JEWELRY STORE
Burglars Frightened BY Bell
at Schuell's-Take Lum-
Der Company's Tools.

Continued activities of burglars
were revealed ~ the police station
early Wednesday morning where it
was reported that SchueIrs jewelry
store. 115 IS. jefferson blvd. was
the scene az a potential burglary. A
prowler was seen by a pedestrian
removing the large screen from in
front Of a window where there was
a display of valuable jewelry. a
bell which began 10 ring at this
time frightened the prowIer and he
took 20 his heels before he could
be apprehended
Thieves entered the city Lumber
90. building Wednesday night.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17

civic club 81 rs regular meeting IN
the school building Friday night;
Music Will be- furnished throughout
Tho program including solos and Sc
lect4ons 5y the Niles Violin orches-
ira. Election o. officers viii be held.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
Silk NegligeeS
$3.50

A beautiful variety of Crepe de
Chine NegHgees in soft color shades.
Contrasting and self trimming in
Cheney Bros. Silk and Foulard.
Some have touches of hand embroid-
cry and hem stitching. Actual values
to $1,000.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
Children S Shoes

Black Patent Goodyear Oxfords for Girls
Square toe. low heel. Sizes ~ to 2-$4.75.
Sizes to $500. Sizes 8Z to 1880
Sizes ) to $50. Sizes 81 to ll-$3.6O
Two-buckle Brown Slipper for Girls. Me
dunn heel, calf skin, Goodyear soles. Sizes
81 to 7I2-$7.50
Vici Kid and Tan Goodyear Oxfords. Sizes
w to 7N-$6.75.
Holland Black Calf for Boys-Lace Good
year welt soles Sizes ! to 6-$575.
Patent with Mole Top, button or lace
$2.25 to $500.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
Fur Goats
Spring Wear for Little Folks

Our Children's Department is arrayed with
a very attractive showing of the Season s new
est for kiddies. Not only are the garments
and attractive. A visit to this department will
give you many new ideas about your children
clothing for this Spring ard Summer.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
.SfudebaIser CiUic Club
TO Hear DR.. Lippiucotf

An address on the subject The
Blue Law Will be given nv Or. @
a Lpp.ncoJ bcsNre The Studeoa6er
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
Knit Underwear

Women's Gauze Union Suits tight and umbrella
knee. with and without bodice top-5Oc and 59c
Women Kayser Isle Union Suits, tight knee and
bodice top or umbrella knee and built up shoulders
800 and S I 90.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17

breaking in through shed window.
and stole a quantity ~ tools valued
az $500
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
PURE OLIVE OIL

Just received a shipment Of Pure
olive Ou direct from Greece. The
Phila. 9SQ2-l1-Adyt.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17

Fine Isle Hose fashioned. light weight
white black and cordovan-j0c.
Pure Silk Hose, mock seam. elastic Isle top, grey
cordovan, navy and whites 90.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
WearWell Hair Nets

Cap shaped Nets OF real steriIized hair In
visable. fashionable, durable. Thursday only
siOO dozen. Regularly DC each.)
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
Dainty Dresses of Taffeta
$3.50 to $3.50

The prettiest of styles developed in fine Taf-
feta Of Copen Navy. Brown, Reseda and
Rose If your daughter is between and 10
she can wear one Of these.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
Coats and Capes for Girls
S5.95 to $500

Youthful yet dignihed models in Polo
Goth, Velour, Serge, Popln, Jersey and
All Wool Checks. The styles are straight
line and empire effects Both full length
and sport coats are shown.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
The Spring Dresses
$1e.75 to $500

Long waist lines and full hips. Short
sleeves. Trimming is self embroidery.
buttons, rufAes and Pleating. Favored
fabrics are Kittens Ear Satin. Puppy Skin
Taffeta, Canton Crepe and Crepe de
Chine
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
The Spring Wraps
S13.75 to $500

Exquisite models in Poiret Twill Taft
feta and Twill Cord with Satin braid
trimming. Navy is the most prominent
color and the lining extensively used IS
Pussy Willow Silk
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17

a large variety OF SILK and Linen Pettiooats-
Excellent quality, ohangeabe coIors. pIeated and
tucked Flounces-S3
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
Thursday Sale of
50 Royal Worcester Corsets
At $500 each

bust, long hips, g hose supporters. Regular
$500 values.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1921-03-17
New ROnperS

Pink and White and Blue and White
combinations in Dutch styles-$l .25 and
$l.96.
High Waist Rompers with SASH Blue,
Maize and Green-$l %
Little boys Wash Suits colored pants
with hand finished waists Sizes to 4
1915.
Hand shocked Rompers-$2.98 and
1915
Baby Creepers
Hand finished in White Poplin with
Pink and Blue collars and cuffs Also
made in Blue Gingham-$l98
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
Former Mayor of Seward in Interview Gives Out rans of Next Alaska Legislature.-Wm Introduce Men'- orial to Congress Asking Aid of Federal Govern ment in Developing Oil
 ONE WELL FOR EACH DISTRICT REPORTED Exnenses Will Be Paid From Royalties and Rents.-Plan if Adopted Would Mean Big Thing for the North
 First Trip Out in Fourteen Years

SEATTLE, Feb 16-Senator Chamberlain of this ctv who left on the Northwestern for the outside m ar interview here stated that the first of1cal ac! m press asking that the federal government put down test we'll in each district reported by the geolog ca srvev Senator Chamberlain in the course of his re- marks said: "Praccay all of the oil lands of the nort arc owned bv the and it is believed that thf reatest o fields in the world will be developed in Alas ka therefore it is up to the to prospect own land and the expense will be directly returned b wsv of royalties and rents Alaska will be benefited to unlimited extent and that is the end seek Ihs 5
 rs trn outside of the senator in fourteen years lie w; visit here few days before his return to Juneau to attend the legislature.
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
FRISCO TONG WAR FEARED
Congress Be Asked DeveIope Alaska Oil
RACE TRACK BILL PASSED BY SENATE

OLYMPIA, Wash, Feb 1e- sThe senate passed the race track bill by bare majority with the referdum clause attached The Davis mariege license bill was al
 so passed at the session. requiring fifteen days be- tween the application for the license and the marriage Under suspension rule memorial was passed asking congress to release cargo space government vessels leaving Washington ports for free transportation for food sent to China S4
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
FAMOUS TENOR NEAR
 DEATH; HEART ATTACK
Enrico Caruso Has Attack Heart Failure and His Con- diton is Said to Be CriticL-Physicians Are
 Administering Oxygen I'..

tered to Enrico Carlso the Metropolitan Opera Con- ans famous tenor after he had been stricken with ,ttack of heart failure which caused attending phys ians to fear he would succumb before daylight He ra
 led but his condition is still critical
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
SEVERAL DIE FROM POISONING

LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 16.- Several employees of he Battlecree died recently under crctn. stances which indicate poisoning traceable to eating of preserved spnac to an announcement by the authorities S4'f K
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
NEWSPAPER PLANT IS
 BL0WN.uP BY BOMB

ROCK ISLAND, Feb. 16.-The plant of the Rock ls- land News was dy1anited last night while the editor vas asleep on the second floor. The damage was only ;pht. The editor was recently convicted of criminal libel and sentenced to jail but was at liberty on ponds He was slightly injured
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
\ LINEBEBIslsR Fl 10CtTDn0afGREss

LOS Ieh le.-r1 Sltsra Linebagsr Re- publican and swas elected to ccnera in iths ninth q ls ~ gVshl1 lls At
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
BIG FIRE NssAsKATOON

SASKATOON, Feb 16.-A fire destroyed the entire Cahi block inthis tnwnh inchaag large department store and other hlpesa places last evening Joss is estimated at . haH milljou dollasA
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
UNEMPLOYMENT. DECREASING

SPOKANE, Feb 16.-Unempoyment is decreasing the northwest and there is marked signs of industrial activity in this vicinity according to statement made by federal employment directors.
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
IDENTIFICATION SOLDIERS HOPED FOR

PARIS France, Feb. 16.-The registration service has opposed the selection at the present time of body the United States for the reason that in the constant duction of the number of unidentified dead it is hoped fol eventually to identify almost all by the use of teeth charts.
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
BANK'HEiD UP AND ROBBED

EVERETT, Feb. 1.-The Fucker State Bank at lake Stevens Washeld up and robbed by three masked men who escaped in automobile with twelve hundred in cash :sss
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
OPERATES SON SELF FOR APPENDICITIS

KANE, Pa, Feb 16-D -Dr.As E. 0. Kaue, chief sur geon of alocsl upon himself for
 sIsssat sss I tss NJ 2 'las ssd upon the pil
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
WHITE SOX PLAYERS IN COURT

CHICAGO. Feb, ,16-Indicted9 White Sox players on their first battle when the court granted them bill of nariculars It is announced Consul George Weaver will ask for square deal
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
FUTURE ACTIVITIES DElaoc ocRATIC PARTY

WASHINGTON, Feb. 16.- Chairman White of the Democratic NatOua announced that the pro ora nsrelainr tos e future o he Democratic organzationns will be submit to the executive com n1ittee today s 5ssGss.B s>
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
LOANS TO FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS

LOANS TO FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS
 WASHINGTON, Feb. 16.-Senator Houston agreed 7th the senate judiciary committee not to make addi onal loans to foreign governments until consulted by he committee and had been given time for deberaation
 BACHELOR TAX BEEN PROPOSED
 MADISON, Wisconsin, Feb. 16-A bachelor tax has been proposed by resolution introduced in the state leg isature yesterday .-.
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
Extra Precautions Are Taken

SEATTLE, Feb 16-Extra precautions were taken at Seattle and Portland against possible tong outbreaks
 few Chinese appeared on the streets of either city and members of one Portland tong asked protection of the polece.
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
RECOGNITION IRISH REPUBLIC

WASHINGTON. Feb. 16- The house foreign affairs mittee refused Representative Burke of Pennsylvane "a public hearing the resolution proposing recogni
 of the Irish republic .s s.5. s .s. . :a5
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
MExICANs ORDERED TO LEAVE

: FT WORTH, Texas Feb. 16- One hundred Mexi; cans arrived here from Ranger and said that they had been badly frightened and some of them beaten by mask cd men who ordered them to leave the country and not to attempt to compete with American labor:
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 16.-A Pal of tong war is hanging California cities and it is feared by police officials here that it ght break out along the entire coast of California Outbreaks last night at Los Angeles, Stocktown and San Francisco resulted in three Chinese being killed and five wounded All were members of tle Hop Sing tong
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
SIGNS FIVE YEAR CONTRACT
STILL LOOKING FOR AVIAT0RS

FL PASO, Feb 16.-Members ot the e.. Iwel1tn cal rarv Texas Rangers and cowboys are sti! searching for Pearson the lost army aviator 1t IS beved tnt the machine was burned
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
HOP SING TONG GOES ON
 WAR PATH IN CALIFORNIA
 OFFICIAL ACTION PLANNED

Outbreak is Now Feared Along Entire Coast of Cafor- mia and Police of Coast Cities are Taking Extra Pre- cautions Against Gunmen
 THREE CHINESE ARE KILLED IN STOCKTON Member of Hop Sing Tong in Seattle and Portland Are Asking Protection of Police Against Fellow
 C0untrymen on War Path
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17

FIRE Wlt.ES gNUT 4NFd1tfF 1dlIs 1 XXX s 9 S, MoCBNo. N. B. Feh 16@( s Ste and fiyS childrap xera hrnad Fl 1e sdeS' troyed thsir homs TT nisAt
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17
ITALIANS OBJECT TO
 B0LSHEVIkI DELEGATION

ROME Italy, Feb 16-The police interyened to save nromnent socialist from beating at the hands of the ps of Roshevh enissary from Russia. The So, cast members of the town council were driven from the haIl and the national flag was raised.
 SIGNS FIVE YEAR CONTRACT
 ITHACA, N Y, Feb. 16.-Coach Dozier, formerli of the Washington gridron signed contract today Wt Corne University for five years.
The Seward gateway., 1921-02-17

WAUKEEGAN, Feb. 17.-Little Miriam Rubin sud denly stopped talking after ehatterng necessarily fol more than eleven days She fell asleep for forty minutes and when awakened spoke only when addressed
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
Legal Aduertising

PROPOSAL FOR TEXT BOOKS
 Sealed proposals for furnishing text books for the common schools of Arizona for a period of five years and for a period of from one to five years will be received at the office of the State Department of Education until 12 o'clock noon. Jan. 23rd, 1922, and will be opened immediately there after. Proposals must be directed to Elsie Toles. Secretary of the State Board of Education, and be endorsed Proposals for Text Books" A certi- fled check for $500 payable to the State of Arizona must accompany each Bid.
 Bids are invited for text books to cover the subjects of Geography and History
 Sample copies of books bid upon must be filed with the State Depart ment of Education before bids are opened.
 Successful bidders will be required to enter into contracts and give bonds in sufficient amounts to indemnify the state in case of any delinquency, in accordance with the laws of Ari- zona.
 Bids must state a wholesale intro ductory price and exchange price on books offered and must take into con-
 sideration depository designated by the State Board of Education and maintained entirely at publishers ex- pense. All bidders must submit bids under each of the following conditions
 of delivery:
 (a) A bid naming price per book F. O. B. Phoenix; shipments to be ! in units of not less than 100 pounds. (b) A bid per book F. O. B. cars at central depot. Chicago. Books to be packed and labeled as ordered by properly authorized state officials The Board reserves the right to re- | feet any and all bids or parts of bids. (Signed) ELSIE TOLES, Secretary, State Board of Education.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS OF
 rrIE \ TION All. BANK DE ARI-

I '
 IONA. PHOENIX. ARIZONA
 The annual meeting of the stock holders of the National Bank Of Ari- zoua. will be held in its office in Phoenix. Arizona. on Tuesday. Jan uary 10. 1929. at 10 a. m. for the purpose of electing a Board of Di- rectors for the ensuing year and to transact such other business as may properly come before said meeting.
 L. ". CLAYTON. Cashier.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
TFGAT, NOTICE

STOCKHOLDERS MEETING
 The annual meeting of the stock holders of the Phoenix National Bank will be held in its office in Phoenix. Arizona, on Tuesday. Jan. 10. 1922. at g clock P. NJ. for the pur. ,se of elect ing a Board of Directors to serve for the ensuing year and to transact such other business as may properly come before said meeting.
 E. P. HEWITT, Cashier.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE

JOUR CHOICE of 10 or 20 acres rxss sse,-sewood, facing Central. Price - ger acre. clear. This is an ideal
 VIII exchange for 5 or 6 - NIscR bungalow in good loca- r Acrken. with Meyers Inv. Go, E1sl Ave Phone 41O6. dl
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
FOR RENT-lAND
FOR RENT - 50 ACRES

For grain crop. good soil; fine To- cation. $8 per acre. You can't beat this. See Fred A. Dibble. II N. 1st Ave Phone 5003. dm
 FOR RENT-SO Acres-20 in alfal- ia and grain Good lay to right man with four horses and machinery.
 Phone 2661 ak
 FINE feed and grain proposition. clean, fertile land, no Johnson; share or cash rent, Al water conditions, at Florence. Arizona. For particulars see John Schlalas, Phoenix Seed and Feed Co. GL
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
Flowers And Plants

It is Christmas time, but not Christmas prices with us. No finer collection of Flowers and Blooming Plants to select from anywhere. Also Christmas Trees and Wreaths. dec orative greens, Holly Berries. best strain of singing Canaries to be had, bird cages: goldfish that were matched m Phoenix water. besides many other novelties and useful gifts.
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
c. c. Browns Chocolate Creams
 al

DOLL and children's furniture. best quality, nothing like 1t in city. To appreciate our large line of toys you must call and see them. Stan dard Furniture Co., 237 w Wash. ak
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
WANTEO-HELP. MALE

WANTED - Salesman with car. You can earn from $5,00O to s10,000 a year without leaving city. You get exclusive sale on new article every car owner wants and buys. See MT, Redwine, between 1 and p. m. Saturday, 24th. Commercial hotel.
 dIr
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
s,e ACRE Combination stoc

ae ACRE Combination Stock rAnco- Lincoln Go. Colorado. All Eooc blow land. so acres in cultiva- ecn- two good sets Improvements. 2 E--es from station on Union Pacific
 11as IS n the famous rain belt
 rE-ce Sso per acre. CLEAR. Want Eooc ranch here. Will assume or c&--y back. MURKEN with Meyers t7t. Co. 8 N. First Ave. Phone s1ts- al
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

SUNNY REST-Sixteenth street and Pierce. Ideal health resort. food unexcelled- Diversified menu. Reg
 Istered nurse Inspection invited. Phone 5e60. If
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

MOUNTAIN HEALTH RESORT Beautifully located in the desert. where rest, nutrition. food and peace of mind can be secured. Office Busy Drug Store, Central Ave. and Wash Phone 3050. If
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

GRAHAM APTS.--Modern groom anu dm
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
FOR sALe-FRUITs. PRODUCE


PICK YOUR Christmas oranges, xrapefruit and lemons on the tree. Drive cut Central to Northern Ave, turn east to seventh St. Wilson Bland lt
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

FAILED cotton to trade for milk cows- Phone SaR2 al
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
SANITARIuMS
nD IL HEGAE

DIX u. A hCGhES Office removed to residence, N. Central. Speciality, obstetrics Can furnish accommodations for limited number of patients. Phone S3I1- tt
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

FOR EXCHANGE-s2500 equity in Groom and screen room block house all modern Garage. On E.. Fillmore Sx. for vacant lots, north and west c< lesh street and east of Ith ave- owners only Address Box GAL Re- publican, or phone 1921. al
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

MESQUITE wOOD-One rick (32 cub. feet) go. Six Points Wood Yard. Yucca and Grand Ave. Phone h5QQ l-db
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

FOR TRADE A good chummy roadster and some cash for late model Ford touring car. Address, 514 N 9th St. Or ring 5902 evenings.
 al
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
10 FOR RENT-APARTMENTs

NICELY furnished ana oecordteo apartment. Combination dlnlhg room living room. Large clothes closel, I-;.rfen with gas range and Hoosier
 .Ainer Private bath and screen srssping porch. Very close in- sum s--,t. rates. call owner at S2S2. dm
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

FINE navel oranges; Marsh's seed : less grapefruit, in the grove First house east on Rose Lane, just off North Center Street. Phone 2o5R3.
 ak
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

First class accommodations in the country for tuSercular patients: in- dividual cottages: new and clean. Phone 374S. 12dg
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
WANTEO-HELp. MALE

Free rent. chairs and fixtures. Apply
 at Pool Hall. bl
 AUTO Men wanted in Los An
 geles. Fine, mild weather now, just
 like summer. Big demand for ig-
 milton experts and mechanics. Learn
 the trade this winter. Practical ex-
 perience under expert instructors.
 Only short time required. Low tui-
 tion. Tools free. Earn room and board while learning. Our big 72- page illustrated catalog tells all
 about splendid opportunities in this business. Explains how you learn so quickly. Tells life stories of men 16 to 60 who have made good with Ma tional training. Send for your copy | of this free book today. To obliga- | ton. better job and more pay | guaranteed in auto work. Write J. 1 A. Rosenkranz. S3S So. Figueroa. l Los Angeles. Calf. gb
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

CNFURNTSHED HOUSE for lease. Have a nicely located house near ThArd Street carline on Thomas road for yearly lease. See Bloys, No. lo " arsraS 1t
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
FUEL
WOod-Coal

McDONALD FUEL YARD
 Special prices on cedar and oak wood. Yard at Fair Grounds. Phone 4544
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24

STORE ROOM for butcher shop good location. IT. East Washington Street. Ii
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
24 WANTEp-HElP, MALE AND
 EEMA E
MONEY TO LOAN

WANTED-To borrow $4000 to 5000 on improved ranch property first mortgages years. Box 76L Re nuhlican It
Arizona republican., 1921-12-24
PERSONALS

TURKEY DINNER - Christmas 5 to p. m. Phone 1217 for reservation. Woodford Hotel. 333 N. 2nd Ave.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1921-01-21
col. HAMMOND HERE
with SALVATIONISTS
Speaks Highly Of Work of Brother In
London of William Steele Here.

Colonel Hammond. of the London
office, Salvation army, spent yester-
day in Pensacola and leaves this
morning on, the early train for Mo-
bile where he will spend a few days
with the army in that city. Colonel
Hammond conducted the services at
the citidel last night and the street
meeting yesterday afternoon.
While here Colonel Hammond met
William Steele, night Waterman, and
told him of his intimate acquaintance
with Mr.. Steele's brother, John r.
Steele, who is with the London office
of the army. Mr.. Steele has not seen
his brother for more than so years,
or since he was IA years of age
Colonel Hammond spoke very highly
of the work of John Steele in army
life and expressed gratitude Of meet
ing with the brother here. He prom
ised Mr.. Steele to write in detail of
the meeting with him here.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1921-01-21
WILLING TO
BE INVESTIGATED
Says untermyer 10 Swayed by oppo-
ston to Act OF Congress

WASHINGTON Jan. 2o.-Referring
TO the demand made yesterday by
Samuel Untermyer, OF New York, for
IN immediate congressional investiga-
lion OF the department of justice and
the office of the alien property GUS
.odian, Attorney General Palmer in a
statement tonight said he was per
,ectly willing" to accept responsibility
for the administration OF the two Of
fees. and courted the fullest inves-
tigation. into the administration OF
each. Mr.. Palmer before becoming at
torney general was alien property
custodian.
"Mr. Untermyer's criticism Of the
alien property custodian's office" Mr..
Palmer said in his statement, lis
chiefly a criticism Of the act of con-
gress under which the custodian OPP
Grated. He never approved Of the
taking of enemy property as war
measure, much less the sale Of any Of
n to American citizens as authorized
by law"
In conclusion the statement said
that 'how far Mr.. Untermyer is ac
tuated I'm his present attack by the
recent conviction of his friend and
former associate, a member of the
New York bar. for conspiracy to vio
late the trading with the enemy in
n case which Mr. ITntermyer very
earnestly pressed me to withhold ac-
ton at the beginning j do not know"