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Evening star., 1922-01-30
lOl KILLED, is FINAL
DEATH TOLL REPORTED
in THEATER DISASTER

hammers. axes. hacksaWs. acetylene
torches and wire e-entanglement clip
pers, men were working feverishly to
release buried man or woman piled
above the spot where some other vic
tim was probably buried. That was
early fight for lives.
Thorough Search Made.
From o'clock last night until Z
o'clock this morning a detachmcn- of
seventy "leathernecks" from marine
barracks. commanded by Maj. Will
liam Bevan, shoveled and hauled the
great mass of debris from the .nte-
rior OF the structure. making 4 hur-
ried search and reconnoiter Of prac-
tically every nook and corner of the
building. At every possible opening
holes were made and men crawled in
to yell encouragement to any who
might be within hearing.
Capt. John E. Wood, assistant en-
gineer commissioner. who represented
the city government at the scene
throughout the night. said he felt
sure that there were no more bodies
in the ruins.
Both he and Engineer Commissioner
Keller, who returned to the scene at
o'clock this morning. stated. how
ever. that one or two bodies might lie
unearthcd as the last of the wreck
age is cleaned out.
The belief Of the city officials that
practically all Of the dead have been
removed was borne out by the fact
that no one called at the improvised
morgue in the Christ Scientist Church
from o'clock last night until s
O'Clock this morning to report friend
or relative missing.
Earlier in the evening between If
teen and twenty persons visited the
church to see IL friends or relatives
were among the dead. In most Of
these cases, however, the seekers had
Evening star., 1922-01-30
NEWSPAPER MEN MOURN
DEATH OF L. W. STRAYER
One of Able Corps of Correspond
ents Killed in Knickerbocker
Theater Crash.

In the loss Of Louis w. Strayer,
Washington correspondent of the
Pittsburgh Dispatch, who was killed
in the Knickerbocker Theater crash.
the local corps of newspaper men
lost one of its ablest members.
Mr.. Strayer's body was removed
from the wreckage about 9 o'clock
Saturday night. He had turned in his
last story late that afternoon and had
taken his daughter Martha to the
movies" Martha lies today at the
street, with a broken collar, bone and
minor injuries.
Mr.. Strayer. who had been local
correspondent for thS Pittsburgh
Dispatch since about 1905, was ad-
mitted to be one of the ablest news
paper men i'll the long list that work
in the National Capital.
He was born at Princeton, ILL.,. May
4, 1868. He removed with his parents
to Akron Ohio. in 1881, going through
the public schools and the high school
OF that place. He was graduated
from the high school in 1855.
He worked as a reporter on Akron
papers until 1894, when he went to
Pittsburgh. working on papers there
as reporter, city editor and news
editor. In 1903 he came to Washing
ton as representative Of the then
IaZette, now the GaZette-TimeS.
which he left two years later to fill
a similar position with the Dispatch
IN whose employ he was when killed
Lou" Strayer, as he was widely
known. at one time conducted a party
of school teachers. guests of, his paper.
through Europe on tour. In 1909 he
was elected member Of the Grid
iron Club, and in 1916 he was made
president of rhe club. He was chair
man of the music committee at the
time of his death.
Mr.. Strayer enjoyed the confidence
of all the men in public life in Wash
ingtOn. He was an intimate of Sena-
tors ROises Penrose and Philander c.
Knox, and accompanied the latter on
all his tours.
His wife died several years ago
Besides the daughter. Martha, another
daughter. Helen, survives him. He
leaves two sisters and sister n-law.
The sisters are Mrs. J. G. Pierson
and Mrs. o. a. Patterson, both of this
city. The sister-in-law is Miss Emma
James of Akron.
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a few hours rest and again appear
ing on the scene

few hours rest and again appear
ing on the scene.
1t is probable that the coroner will
not have q complete list Of the dead
until tomorrow or Wednesday. Yes
terday he issued many death certifi-
Gates as soon as bodies were identi-
fed. He was unable to complete rec
ords In the cases Of those whose
bodies were hurried from the scene.
however, and will complete the work
when undertakers are ready to apply
for burial permits.
DR.. Nevitt was at the morgue this
afternoon to fill blanks presented by
undertakers. Early this morning he
sent word to the undertakers that he
would be on hand at the morgue at
1890 o'clock to meet them. Several
Gndertakers were on hand, and others
probably will wait until tomorrow to
have their blanks filled in order that
they will be accepted by the health
department.
Coroner Nevitt requested permission
to use the boardroom in the District
building. because of inadequate ac-
commodations at the District morgue,
where inquests usually are held. He
realized that various interests will
be represented by counsel. and it is be-
lieved a score or more OF legal lights
will be on hand.
U. 9. TO BE Represented.
It is certain that tho federal goY-
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FOUR SEPARATE PROBES
ARE STARTED AT ONCE
TO FIX RESPONSIBILITY

the body Of Miss Mary Ethel Atkin-
son, thirty-five years old, 2233 18th
street. at the undertaking establish
ment of A. X. Speare. 1908 H street.
where the body was taken shortly
after being taken from the building.
Those who will compose the jury
are William w. Riley, lumber dealer;
H"nry D. Long. retired Marine Corps
officer: r. G. Brown, paint dealer at
7th and n streets; c. J. Gilbert, man.
Dany; NJ w. Kelly. Washington Gas
Light Company employe, and NJ. A.
Winter, NJ. a. Winter Company, L
street between 14th and 18th streets.
The six men. who will compose the
jury, were sworn over the BODY or
an automobile accident at Ashmead
| place and Kalorama road two weeks
ago, and District officials today ex-
pressed themselves as being particu-
larly well pleased that the jury al
ready had been selected. eliminating
any cause for complaint that proper
| care was not taken in it's selection
| for this inquiry.
When coroner and jurors meet. the
former will tell the latter of the iden-
diligently inquire when, where and
how and by what means Miss Atkin-
son came to her death and to make a
true inquisition according to the
evidence.
1t is possible that the inquest will
be held, in the boardroom of the Dis
trict building Tuesday morning of
next week. The time will be de-
! finitely fixed later IN the week.
This morning the coroner conferred
with Commissioner James F. Oyster
respecting the inquest. Commits
fullest investigation Of the accident
made, gave permission for the use of
the boardroom and said he would
gladly confer with the coroner at any
time about the affair.
Part Police Will Take.
Coroner hewitt this morning con-
ferred with Inspector Daniel Sullivan.
acting superintendent Of police. rel
ative to the part the police are ex-
pected to take in the investigation.
He requested that police of the tenth
precinct be directed to prepare a
complete report of the accident and
furnish list of the witnesses who
may have definite and relevant
knowledge Of the accident.
DR.. hewitt also requested Inspector
Sullivan to communicate with the
building inspector in order to have
representatives Of his department
| conduct thorough Investigation and
De prepared 10 assist IN enllSntenln8
the jury in order that the six men
| may reach a proper verdict.
1t was only few minutes after the
crash that DIR. hewitt, with first-aid
equipment. reached the scene Of the
disaster. He and his wife had in
tended attending Saturday nights
performance. changing their minds at
the last minute, and it was but a
short while after they decided not to
go that they learned of the disaster.
DR.. hewitt was able to give first aid
to number of persons who were
| brought from the building soon after
the crash. He remained in attendance
upon the injured throughout the
night. returning home yesterday for
Evening star., 1922-01-30
COL. AND MRS. TUCKER
DIE TOGETHER IN CRASH

Col. and Mrs. Charles c. Tucker of
2l17 Connecticut avenue lost their
lives in the Knickerbocker crash.
Their bodies have been recovered and
funeral arrangements are being made.
Col: TUCKER was a native of this city
and in his early life was page in the
House of Representatives..
Subsequently admitted to the Dis
trict bar he served as recorder of
the Court of Appeals and afterward
was associated with Henry E. Davis
and then with Kenyon & Macfarland
During the world war he served in
the judge advocate generals depart
ment of the Army. Since then he had
been associated with r. G. Donald
son. In 1899 he married Miss Fl.
Zimmerman of Baltimore, who also
rendered war service as a member of
the Motor Corps. They are survived
by two daughters. Mrs. Elizabeth
Andrews and Miss Jean T. Tucker.
Evening star., 1922-01-30
POLICE HEAD PRAISES
WORK OF FORCE AT WRECK

Inspector Daniel Sullivan. acting
superintendent Of police, who was in
charge Of the police activities Sat
urday night and Sunday morning.
commended his men in high terms in
a report made by him to Commission
er Oyster today.
THE work done by the members
Of the police department." Inspector
Sullivan reported, was splendid. They
acted in highly intelligent, coura-
geous and energetic manner. I want
to take this opportunity to publicly
praise them"
The inspector also paid a tribute to
the work done by the fire department.
the soldiers, sailors and marines and
all others engaged in the rescue and
relief work
Evening star., 1922-01-30
SOCIAL AGENCIES COUNCIL
IS. READY TO ASSIST
THOSE NEEDING HELP

In this time of emergency. it was
announced today. Newbold Noyes,
as president Of the Council of So
cial Agencies, wishes to express to
the community the readiness and
desire Of the council to advise any
individuals wishing to be OF serv-
ice or any agencies needing addi-
tional help. The council can be
reached by phone. Main 648. Its
office is at 1413 G street northwest.
Evening star., 1922-01-30
District Heads Beg
Citizens To Help AvOid
Possibility of Flood.

The Commissioners of the Die
trict OF Columbia, through The
Star today. appeal to the citi-
.eDs OF the city to clear the
snow from the cutters in front
of their respective homes and
from In front OF the sewers
near their homes. This will af-
pOrtunity to run of through the
sewer, and will prevent q
clOgging Of cutters and sewers
which In a short time may
cause Inconvenience and pOssi-
bic danger from Hood.
Evening star., 1922-01-30

The re ception which was to have been
given to the Vice President and Mrs.
Coolidge this evening at the Con-
eressional Club has been called or on
account of the Knickerbocker Theater
disaster, Mrs. Harry woodward. chair
man of the entertainment COMMITTEES.
has announced.
Evening star., 1922-01-30
president GIVES UP
RECEPTION PLANS
Continued from First Page,)

that the occasion would be a merry
one. THE living horrors of Saturday
night and the grief and sorrow in
which the city is shrouded today lies
too heavy on the hearts Of all to
make merry.
"The members of the Grand Army
OF the Republic having seen more
personal horrors than almost any
other element of society have a chord
of sentiment which responds quickly
and deeply to the misfortunes OF
others. Men who have seen their dear
comrades of yesterday lying as cold
senseless clay today have had their
emotions stirred to the last limit and
developed sympathy that is quick
and intense.
Therefore. with one accord, they
have decided TO abandon the banquet
and reception which was to be given
this evening to their beloved com
mander-in chief. Gen. Lewis 8. Pitcher,
Of Brooklyn, N. Y. They cannot sing the
old songs Of the march and the biv-
ouac on hearts as heavy as theirs and
those all around them today"
Other Affairs Postponed.
AS mark of sympathy in the great
calamity that has overwhelmed WASH
ington the officers Of the District Of
Columbia Commandery Of the Mill
tary Order Of the Loyal Legion have
postponed until a later date the cele-
bration and banquet of the, command
ery's fortieth anniversary. The ban
quet was to have been held Wednes-
day evening, February /.
Friendship House benefit bridge that
was to be given Tuesday, January 31.
at Library, Chevy Chase, Md, has
been postponed until Friday, February
10. at pm.
The dinner which the Attorney Cen
eral and Mrs Daugherty had arranged
to give in honor of the President and
Mrs. Harding on Wednesday evening,
February /, has been postponed to a
future date by the President. The
postponement is on account of the
deep sorrow prevailing, especially in
this city, and generally throughout
the country, because Of the Knicker-
q loss of more than 100 lives and in.
Tho concert by susie's Kitchen
Band of the First Presbyterian
Church, which was scheduled to be
given at the Ebbitt Hotel tomorrow
night, today was indefinitely post
poned on account Of the Knicker-
booker disaster. More than 500 mem
bers of the church were patrons of
the concert.
today decided to omit their regular
luncheon meeting at 1880 o'clock
Wednesday,, but will meet at o'clock
at the New Willard Hotel. That meet
ing will be in charge of Rev. C. r.
Warner and will be In the nature OF
a memorial to those who lost their
lives in the Knickerbocksp Theater
disaster.
Evening star., 1922-01-30

no definite knowledge that the per-
sons they were seeking had been to
the Knickerbocker Saturday night.
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Coroner Begins Inquiry.

DR.. J. Ramsay hewitt, District cor
oner, late this Afternoon will formally
begin an Investigation Of the acci-
dent when he swears a q jury over
Evening star., 1922-01-30

Chance Plays Part Again.
Here again chance played a part In
reducing the number Of victims. The
front rows of the balcony. four or five
tiers deep, were known as reserved"
seats. They were priced above the
succeeding rows and, except when the
house was jammed. commonly We're
not all occupied. With the small at
tendance of Saturday night, probably
only a few had paid the extra price
for these seats, preferring to sit far
ther back in the balcony. And many
of these behind scrambled up the
steep slope Of the yallen balcony to
safety, although many were struck
down in the first blow when the roof
came in. Some were hurled down into
the pit wreckage when the balcony
front fell, and even some OF these
escaped with bruises. There Is no
record, however, OF any survivor
among those in the foremost balcony
seats.
Frantic calls for aid went out as
soon as those in the double-walled
structures which form the 18th street
and back wall of the auditorium real
ized what had happened. These two
wings form the offices, store
along the 18th street front and house
the stairways and the approaches
and exits both on that side and along
the back wall and they were not in
volyed in the disaster which was con-
fined to the auditorium itself. Later
this store and corridors became the
first aid stations as the mangled
victims were dragged from the wreck
age,
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-31

ding are Victoria of Spain, Elizabeth of Belgium. aud of Norway. Alexandrine O. Den- mark. Elena Of Italy, Marie of RclraaTia and Victoria of Swsaeo,
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-31

rope, and London looks forward to the most gorgeous display of
 medieval pageantry see since the days before the war The seven o1eers who will act as martens e honor at t..e we'd
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-31
Carson Rigbee.

carson Bigbee. who showed last year that he has the ability to be- come one of the games great out fielders, says he's set for. . bigger year the coming season. Bigbee's work last year pleased the Pirate owners so much he drew d nice i l. crease in salary. And Barney Dreyfuss figures he'll earn 1t n 1929
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-31

A galaxy of royalty will glitter at the nuptials of Princess Mary and Viscount Lascelles. Truc to tradition, the selection of the matrons of honor was made fror-- among the royal houses of Eu-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-31

The satin slips winch have come into prominence are being pressed into service as dresses by the very wise young women who know how to he weT dressed on slim purses. These slips are straight line affairs wifh camisole tops and when worn with a lace over-dress they make summing afternoon or evening rownx They come in brown and
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-31

in Chicago burned. Only 300 feet of the barns. which extend over three city blocks, remained
 standing after the fire. Falling
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-31
104th
 preat-p

Zion City recently celebrated her lO4th
 she up to die from  result she completely cured of
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1922-01-31

This afternoon costume of black satin combined with beige crepe ls gorgeously embroidered after the fashion of peasant aprons. The colors are high and the designs intricate. The overbtouse shps over the head and has nc waist line. It is worn over a marrow black foundation Note the wide sleeves.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-05-31
COUNTY ID RENEW
 FUND FOR CHARITY
Six Out of Eleven 0rganiza- tions to Be Aided by Coun-
 ty Appropriation

With the removal of legal obstacles 1t is expected that Jefferson county will resume payment of appropria- tions to six out of eleven charitable institutions. By order of state exam iners, NJ. V. Henry, county treasurer, was ordered in 1920 to cease paying the appropriations, and no funds have been paid to the institutions since that time.
 The payments will be renewed on the basis of report made by John C.. Morrow, assistant solicitor, and cons cured in by Attorney General Har- well q, Davis Contracts are being prepared covering appropriations for the Neighborhood House. the Anti Tuberculosis association the Chil- dren's hospital. the Elizabeth Duncan Memorial association, the Alabama Home of Refuge and the Alabama h. dustrial School for Boys.
 Solicitor Morrow held, however, that the following institutions are wholly private and beyond county assistance: Octavia White home, the Mercy home, the Birmingham Settlement associa- ton. the Orphans home and the Sal vation Army Industrial home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-05-31
MUCH PROGRESS ON MITCHELL DAM
Surgeons of Alabama Power Company Meet in An
 nuaI Session

Dr. J. F. Alexander of Jasper, re- tiring president of the Alabama Power Company Surgeons association, was In the city yesterday. returning from a meeting of the Alabama company's surgeons held at Mitchell dam May 29-30
 Sanitary conditions at the big dam are excellent, said Dr. Alexander. due to the untiring efforts of the sanitary force of Dr. $. R. Benedict of this city, who is chief surgeon of the Ala bama Power company.
 The meeting, which was attended by 40 surgeons of the company. was the sixth annual meeting ofsthe asso- citation. Many subjects of interest were discussed, and after the sessions the surgeons, as guests of the com pany were shown over the big dam.
 The new officers of the association are: pr. A. N. Steele, Anniston, presi- dent; Dr M. ". Murray. Albany. vice president, and pr. ]. p. Steward, At talla, secretary-treasurer. The next
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-05-31
Jurisdiction of
 Court Doubted in
 Car Fare Dispute

Declaring that the Birmingham Railway Light and Power company should not be punished for raising street car fares when it was ordered to do SO attorneys for the utility company yesterday submitted briefs in the action brought by the city of Birmingham to re-establish a 5-cent fare or abrogate the franchise of the company.
 All arguments in the case have now been received by Judge Hugh A. Locke, in chancery court and the matter rests with him for adjudica- don The R. R. l.. & F. co. claims that the state courts have no Jurisdiction over it. as 1t is In the hands of the receiver and under con- trol of the federal court.
 According to briefs submitted by Tillman, Bradley and Baldwin, at- torneys for the company, the proper remedy of the city is in appeal from the order of the federal court estab- fishing the Scent fare
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-05-31
POSTAL EMPLOYES
 ELECT OFFICERS
Montgomery Chosen as Next Meeting Place of Postal
 Clerks and Carriers

The Federation of Postal Clerks and City Letter Carriers met in an nual session yesterday morning at the Y. M. c. A. auditorium at o'clock. More than 125 delegates were present when the session was called to order by sewell BulIard, state president of Montgomery.
 D. E. McLendon. president of the city commission, made the welcome address, turning the keys of the R. B. Smyer, head of the general cf- flee. made short talk on postal service in general, followed by an ad- dress by H. K. Miner on the Port of Mobile"
 At 1 o'clock a luncheon was given at East Lake park followed by s-n automobile ride over the city. The luncheon proved unusually interest ing. Several short talks were made, including W. L. Harrison commits sioner, and A. Mackey of the Bir- minsham post office.
 Each organization held a separate session in the afternoon at which resolutions indorsing the Port of Mobile amendment. the seniority in service proposition, and accordance with the present polices of the post master general. were adopted
 Election of officers were held, the postal clerks electins J. R. Sturkey of Tuscaloosa, president; J. H. Bell, Dothan, first vice-pr esident; E. l., Hammel, Huntsville, second vice. president; H. l.. Meanes, Ensley, third vicep president; Mrs. Lucy Gilmer Birmingham, secretary and treasurer
 Montgomery was selected as the next place of meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-05-31

have shown to the world the highest examples of devotion to principle--of adherence to duty and a manly cour- age that challenges the admiration of the world
 The valor displayed in battle is but the expression of heroic courage that belongs to the individual soldier. The elements of true courage were part and parcel of his being. They were the virtues that prepared him for the acid test of courage on the battlefield.
 The courage displayed by the American soldier on the battle front in France was not born of the hour. It was the culmination and express sion of heroic elements that belonged to brave and heroic ancestry. The American hero is the proud product of the American home. Who are life's heroes and heroines? They are not confined to those who have won renown on the fields of battle. We find them in the private walks and peaceful pursuits of life contribut- ing to the strength and glory of state. and nation.
 They who stand for right prinei- ples and have the courage of their convictions day In and day out and strive to serve their day and genera ton are the heroes and heroines of life. The American wife and mother, day after day, week after week, month after month and year after year, contributes to the well be- ing an happiness of those who dwell in her little kingdow There with her unfailing devotion, her innate charm and sweetness. she blesses and makes radiant tho hallowed precincts of home.
 Henry w. Grady spoke truly when he said, the hearthstone Is the true altar of liberty and the strength of the republic is lodged in the homes of the people,
 The exercises at the park ended with the firing Of a salute, and the blowing of taps
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-05-31
Law Enforcement Agent Suspended
 For Investigation
By FRED "A GORMLEy Montgomery Bureats, The Age He raid, 2s1-2 First Nnticna BnnN iiuildinr

Montgomery, May So.-t tspecial.)-- ". C. Wilson, assistant state law en- forcement agent, was suspended in- definitely by l.. l.. Phillips, chief
 law enforcement agent. tonight pend ing an investigation of charges made against him by John Orr of Mont gomery, in letter to Governor Kilby.
 Orr complained that he was sub jected to great humiliation on main business street of Montgomery when Wilson searched him for liquor and found only two loaves of bread. Orr insisted that there was no reason for Wilson to suspect that he was carrying liquor and that the search was made without a search warrant
 Orr also brought a similar com plaint against II. G. Garrett, another agent but Garrett took no part in the search and merely identified Will son as an agent of the state when Wilson found he had lost his badge.