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Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1922-05-13
CHAPTER VI
Lady H6On's Trick

lkduy HuOH lrlCk
| RLCE HERON gazed upon Lady
- Heron with love in his eyes.
| You are the mate ! have dreamed
OF all my life and never found,' he
a bacheloar until now"
| Lady Heron returned his look Of ad-
milation. And I have dreamed Of a
mate like you." she whispered softly.
That Is why I. too. have waited.
hoping that some day might find you
"You are too late" snapped Mrs.
Screech Owl. II found him first
Jack and Janet were sorry for Blue
Heron. They were sorry they had found
such a mate for him as shrewish MIRA.
Screech Owl.
Janet tried what pleading might do.
| please. Mrs. Screech Owl, let poor
Blue Heron of. He doesn't want to
marry you
| want to or not, marry me he SHALL"
shrieked Mrs. Screech Owl disagree.
ably. "I've been made over to suit
him and now I'll tear him to pieces be-
fore I let him go.r
Blue Heron groaned. "Oh. why didn't
you come sooner" he whispered to
Lady Heron.
perhaps it is not yet too late" she
whispered back, a sly look in her eye.
BE brave and trust me-"
Lady Heron waded to Mrs. Screech
Owls side.
| What "onaer1ul prlde you are
she sald. o, ,.,,
| Mrs. screen Owl didn know "hat
to think of that. She was puzzled, yet
hattered
lou nave just as long Deak US
heron, went on Lady Heron. ana ana
you nave JusL as J s.Jnuer lessI .,;.h noh
ought to be able to wade splendidly with
suc9 hne legs. o .,..,u..
Mrs. screen oWi looked douDttully
| "A herons pride Always wades INTO
the shaIows to ms size. went on
Lazy heron so1ti!.. Shr catcnss
minno" ana tosses u TO MN. II ne
catches 1t r ana eats it. they are naii
wedded. Ihen ne catGhes hihnow anu
throws it to her. When she catcnes IL
ana eats II they are wnGlly S%o Medaea'
lone Mauc Out 'h'o the s"u'i'"''
III help you
Mrs Screen owl didn trust her
stills. but helped by Lady heron she
stepped out very carefully, Keeping heri
balance with her wings. she hutterea
thu lusseu. 'acN uhu '",o' Wv i..
Lady Heron was very KIND to help hcr.
They didn't know then what Lady
tletGM W"s up s. so. J o,;a,,. =, s,,d
PLANT your rect down soudly; Said !,
Lady Heron. and Mrs. Screech Owl
stuck her stills so firmly into the mud
she couldn't pull them out again. now
catch fish, said Lady Heron 'lAKr AK,
TINS Lazy neroh thrus' hei p,.!
down sharply. and snatched a minnow
from the river. She tossed this to Blue
Heron. He caught 1t and swallowed II
in one gulp.
Mrs. ScSecch Owl tried to 40 as
Lady Heron did. She thrust her hsh-
pole beak down. but she couldn't man.
age it very we'll: She awkwardly stuck
it deep into the mud. un. @ ana ,cII cGriIn tn.
nv feet and bcak.
| nl,, Io,on oouobt mippnw and
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1922-05-13
Heavy Tub Silk, S1.3z
Singing Canaries
$3.50

Healthy birds in good condition, are four
teen months old and of brilliant plumage
Specially priced at $3.50, Come and hear them
sing.
Brd Cage. Thirteenth street
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1922-05-13

New Sports Frocks
With Contrasting
Jumpers, $18.75
Skirts are Of pleated white
crepe de chine and the jumper
tops are in tangerine, jade or
periwinkle, trimmed with white
braid. One is sketched.
A variety of other charming
silk dresses--Canton crepe and
crepe de chine--in navy blue,
brown, jade, periwinkle, tanger-
inc and orchid-also $ls.75.
(MarkeD
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1922-05-13
DREAMLAND
ADVENTURES
Blue Heyon's Bride
BY DADDY

Jack and Junet seek bride for
lonesmonte Blue Heron. Mrs.
Screech Owl dnsrers their call, but
Hue Heron doesn't ip1nt to marry
her. A beautiful Lady Heron arrires
on the scene.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
For the Children

Juvenile Golf Sets, $6 and $e-Consisting of
plaid bag and three golf sticks. With these the
young folks may enjoy their game to the
full extent-and Dad his.
Croauet Sets $I.5O and S1.95. in chidren's sizes,
with mallets, balls, arches and posts-a boxed.
Sand Buckets and ShoveIs, 1oc to Sl.45-a great
variety of these prettly enameled, in bright coors
some in pale blue and pink.
Sprinkling Cans z5c, soc and sl-Many pretend gar
dens may thrive if watered with these little
sprnking cans-and also to match them III pink or
blue are little wooden garden sets. ST.
Toy Store and Sporting Goods Section.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
ASK TUBERCULAR SCHOOL
Sproul Bill Also Urges Funds to
Transport District Pupils.

Authorization for the District Com
missioners to erect a school for tu-
bercular children on site owned by
the United States. and agreed upon
by the Secretary of War not to ex-
coed five acres. is proposed in a bill
introduced yesterday by Representa-
tive Elliott W. Sproul of Illinois
He also proposes to amend the Dis
trict appropriation bill. still pending
in conference, to make $4,000 availa bl e
for transportation of the children to
end from this school. The Sproul bill
is similar to one introduced in the
Senate by Senator Elsins.. Another
bill introduced by Senator Phipps pro-
poses that the school shall be erected
at 14th and Upshur streets northwest
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Bathing Accessories
At Popular Prices

New and Striking Bathing Caps, 75c
Clever little styles that will add charming.
if protecting, touch to the smartly costumed
swimmer. Many styles, including those with
great front rosettes in color combinations,
others with cu.-out flowers and fringe trim
ming Wide variety of oolors.
Other Caps and Hats, 25c to $1.75
Two Styles of Bathing Shoes, 75c
Tie-on or strap and buckle low bathing shoes Of
black or white canvas, well made and neatly finished
Other shoes, including very attractive styles, 7Se
to SIS pair
Rubber Handkerchiefs, 75c to s15o-In plain colors
stripes polka dots.
Water Wings, soc pair.
Bathing Observation-Disclosures Section, First door.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
BALL GAME POSTPONED.
Republican-Democrat Contest for
Veterans Benefit August 12.

Owing to the unexpected absence from
town of several democrats who were to
take part in the congressional base ball
game between the democrats and repub-
licans to obtain funds for encampment
of disable world war veterans at Camp
Humphreys. the game scheduled for
next Wednesday has been postponed un-
til August II, according to announce
ment made by the Soldiers Institute,
under whose auspices it is to be held.
Representative Royal Johnson of South
Dakota will captain the republican team,
while Maj. Lamar Jeffers, representative
from Alabama. will look after signals
and teamwork of the democrats.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
LAMP TO BE DEDICATED.
Memorial to Knickerbocker Vic
tins Designed by Son-in-Law.

A memorial lamp in memory of
Col. and Mrs. Charles CowleS Tuck
er. who lost their lives in the knick-
erbocker disaster is to be dedicated
Sunday, June %. following the morn
ing service. at st. Margaret's Epis-
copal Church, where Col. and Mrs.
Tucker attended.
tor of the church, will conduct the
services The lamp was designed by
f. s. Andrews, son-in-law of the
couple.
Following this ceremony Mary
Lord Andrews, granddaughter OF
Col. and Mrs Tucker, is to be bap-
tized.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Tennis Balls, SOC
Wonderfully Good Values

WRIGHT & DITSON PARAMOUNT
PENNSYLVANIA
The kind of Tennis Balls any player will like
lively, strong, true
TENNIS RACKETS, Special, S335-four different
models high-grade frames strung with tough
cat gut.
Premier S.; D. c., $40; Davis Cup, $3.50.
A. J. REACH RACKETS-D Driver, $3.50; Newport,
$3.50; University SS; American Driver $3.50.
HARRY C.. LEE RACKETS-Commonwea S.;
Marathon, So; Spartan. 81; Dreadnaught $3.50.
Racket Cases 81; Presses. 81, Sl.zS and SOS.
Nets, S. and S6 Marking Tapes, S. and S. Markers,
So; Poles. S.
RACKETS RESTRUNG, S1.5o to $3.50
Complete and ready for playing "a hours after be-
ing left with us.
Tennis Section.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
FOREST FIRE RAGING.

SILVER CITY, n. NJ. June IT
Forest fire in the Mogollon mountains.
in the Gila national forest continued
TO rage yesterday and reports to the
forest headquarters are that it has
burned over an area in excess of
10000 acres of big timber land.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Steel Fishing Rods, $2.25
n Very Good Value

Fine Quality Steel Rods. made in sections,
with cork handles-and feet long.
Bamboo Fishing Rods, $4.25-Five-foot
Rods. made in two sections, with cork handles.
Congress Single Action Reels, $325.
Green Lake Silk Casting Lines, $2.25.
Extra Strong Silk Casting Lines $225.
Furnished Lines, from 15e to 35c.
Keep-'em Alive, 75c-A clever device for
stringing the fish and attaching to the boat
thus keeping them alive in the water.
Tackle Boxes, $1.75 to $8.25.
Mnnow Buckets, $245 to $3.75.
Sporting Section.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Combination Kodak Offer
Special, So

Consisting of No. 0 Brownie Kodak, an
Album, roll Of Films, with exposures; Tube
of Paste and package of Art Corners.
Another splendid Kodak to take away on your
vacation is the No. Kodak Junior, $14-a
good size-to carry, and folding Autographic
Kodak with R.R lens
See these, among the other splendid models in
our Kodak Section, before choosing yours
Have Your Films Developed Here-We offer
satisfying 24-hour service.
Kodak Section,
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Louisville Slugger
Base Ball Bats, S2.25

and everything else in the Baseball line that
the fan will need
Bounding Rock Base Balls, 75c.
SUPERIOR League Base Balls, $1.25.
Fielder's Gloves, S1.95.
First Baseman's Mitts, 81.
Catcher's Gloves, good value $345.
Base Ball Masks, $3.50.
Base Ball Shoes, S5.z5 and s675.
Boys Base Ball Suits, S1.95 to $5.25.
Sporting Section.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Setting the Picnic Table

Quality Brand Luncheon Sets. 4oc-Consist-
ing of e each-hber spoons, dessert plates,
plates. forks, napkins, cups and l cloth.
Needed Accessories
Paper Napkins, z5c for 100.
Fancy Napkins, 15c dozen.
K1een- -Kups, unwaxed 25c package.
SAM Spoons, for SC.
Lemon Squeezers, zoe to 90c.
Glass Squeezers, Izc.
Wax Paper, SC and 35c roll.
Paper Towels, z5c for roll of 150
Pocket Bottle Opener and Corkscrew, 12e
100 Lemonade Straws 15c.
Houseu ares Section,
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Women Will Wear
On the Motor Trip

A Smart Shantung Motor Coat. with wrappy collar
and big easy-htting sleeves S29.5o-whe quite the
motor frock is one OF natural Shantung simply de-
signed. with hemstchns and girde OF brown leather
for adornment S25-to top the costume off, clever
little hat of sand-color felt the sashed to
initiate quill, $3.50.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Imported Golf Hose

English and Scotch. In the misty heather coors and
the fine, soft wooens characteristic of English Golf
Stockings. Some hand-loomed and have turnover
tops of elaborate designs Plain cames hair and erays
are also included $3.50 to S.. Golf Hose without feet
for the who cannot have wool next to his feet.
$3.50 pair
Collar-attached Shirts, Silk Shirts, Belts and
Bow Ties and Four-in Buckles, Golf Shoes,
hands, White Shoes Tennis Shoes
Sports Shoes. Mems Store. floors
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Hats of Many. Kinds

sennit and Split straws. S. $3.50. S. S. and s.. Ecua
dorian Panamas Sc, $3.50, $10 Leghorns 81 and $40.
Bangkoks, s.. Balibuntas $780, White Duck Outing
Hats 81. Palm Beach Outing and Golf Caps. S. Tweed
and Herringbone Caps s.. English White Felt Outing
Hats, 81.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
At the SeQsh0re-

For her who seriously goes in for the real sport
swimming-the clever Annette Bathing Suit is made;
real Annette kelermann twon-one model of pure
wool, finished in most attractive color combinations
and finished with two little pockets that also act
carriers for the satin belt. $3.50.
While she who prefers the boardwalk promenade will
be entirely charming in gold velete jacket with
gold and white striped vele-grane sports skirt and
smart wide -brmmed hat Of gold and white straw The
Hat, S2o-the Jacket, S22.50-and the Skirt, SIS.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
The Younger Miss

Is indeed striking in her favorite the Cape Costume
shown here in heavy and white plaid crepe, with
the charming little oveblouse of white Canton quantity
peated and boasting many tiny buttons down the
front SIS.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
At the Country Club

Ones arrival there would best be made the
of French flannel suits. strictly man-tailored and
lined for perfect comfort. In old blue S29.50
Those who play will thoroughly enjoy the comfort and
smart appearance of a red green flannel tuxedo
jacket SIS, with pair of white linen crash knckers
that button below the knee, S650-and chic little golf
hat of bright red felt. $40.
Those who don't will be charming spectators in Pure
Organzine Silk Sweater. with tuxedo collar and patch
pockets in the loveest orchid shade Sz9.50-with
orchid and white Spral-spun Sports Skirt, SIS, and
broad, dropping hat of orchid ribbon and georgete,
$780, Or quite ideal is the handsome froc of white
Canton crepe with overbouse of French blue beautifully
embroidered, Sos.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
To Enjoy the Surf

One and two piece Wooden Bathing Suits, in plain
colors, heather mixtures and novelty stripes: high
subdued coors. according to taste. Splendid assort
$3.50, S. and 81. Novelty Fiber Silk Bathing
Suits in bright colors, So. Swimming Jerseys, $3.50;
Trunks 81.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Motor Restaurants for Six
1850 and s25
The Stanley
UnbreakabIe ThernlOs
D;1+c CT IN. . Quarts 01S
Genuine Cowhide Bags

One of the finest bottles made of allsteel consruc
tion and absolutely unbre eakable-the big thing in
its favor.
VACUUM FOOD JARs-2-quart size, $3.50.
Gallon size, $40 and SIS
Restau ant
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Men Will Wear
Suits that are Cool

Wherever YOU may be going, Palm Beach Cloths Silks.
Tropical Worsteds, Mohairs and Cool Linen Crashes
dress you we'll and cooly for any hours OF the day
They light in weight, but get them in light,
medium dark coors you prefer.
All these have the tailoring and work
manshp wrought in manner that will please the
particular dressers.
Palm Beaches and Linen Crashes, $3.50.
Molaairs and Tropical Worsteds, SIS.
Shantung Silks, $50.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
Flannel Trousers, Sports Coats

WHITE FLANNEL TROUSERS all-wool elegantly
tailored So
SPORT COATS, fine knit and scotch-ke fabrics; light,
medium and dark colors Sls and So
KNICKERS FOR THE GOLF LINKS OR THE FISH
ING TRIP-wooen knickers $3.50 and $40. Linen
knickers $3.50. Palm Beach knickers 81. White duck
knickers, S.. White duck S.. Linen
trousers. S. For roughing in the woods at camp,
or for fishing o. D. khaki trousers best, $3.50.
Evening star., 1922-06-17
When You Strike Camp

There is just ideal camping suit-hat is the much
favored knicker su-shown here in tan silk:rep thai
is thoroughly durable and easily washed-consisting
sleeveless skirt and knickers. Special, $780,
Evening star., 1922-06-17

Special, Csc; $3.50 Half Dozen
Dimple marking. within the U. S. G. A. regu
lations as to size and weight. 1t is an English
Ball, made expressly for us, and not to be
found elsewhere-experienced judges of Coli
Balls may choose it for quality and splendid
value In endurance and resilency it measures
up to the strictest requirements.
Other Golf Balls, SOC, Csc, 75c and $125
". & L. Special Clubs, $3.50
different styles all of them well made and sized
to fit golfers of varying heights and preferences.
BURKE CLUBS-Standard, sS55; Grand Prize.
wood with ivory, S675 and $3.50; Grand Prize Wood
Sc; Grand Prize Irons, S..
JOCK HUTCHINSON-woods. Sc; Irons, S6.25.
HARRY VARDON-woods. SSz5; Irons, S6.25
TED RAY-woods, S5.25; Irons, S6.z5.
LADY BURKE CLUBS-made especially for the
fair sex, S4.75.
GOLF BAGS, $3.50 to $3.50; Sunday Bags sl.,s to
S2.75.
Golf Section, Fourth
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-10
HEAVY SENTENCE
FOR OWNER OF DOPE
oamusl NssbN. Negro, Given
Three Years imprisonment
and 900 Fine.

uenterces 1T two and n half years
hApvtsonmsnt and $500 mo ON
Marie cf possessing dope and ~
mrWtht imprisonment and 800 nnc
n = charge of rcsreesins n hypoder-
nnLr needtc were imroscd by Judge
lSuu IN Municipal Court today on
samuel Neebtt. Negro. J. Frank Hall.
powns~i for Neahit. refused to put In a
osfenw~. stating that friends OF his
client wanted the cane brought before
. fury. HAIL Was Nxcd at $4,000.
Rcfme testimony was heard, At
lprnsy Hall presented a petition and
sworn alsidavit signed by Nc~hit, Ask
lAs for the return cf the evidence on
the growuds that II had been Illegally
uplvcd when tho officers entered Nes-
Nts house, 500 West Front street
without \ search warrant Judge
Lynn denied the petition when petec'
Gvc R,lc, produced a search warrant
which was uss-d IN the raid.
Detective Riley testified that
rsasret,c cnsc containing so capsules
rf hsr,In WAS found ON the chai'
where Nsshit had been sitting and
hcx ~ cocaine capsul,s found In th'
cellar beneath hole In the noor'
pr watson. State hacteriolos's'
se-,insd thnt the capsules containe'
enough cocaine 20 XII some peoples
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-10
PERSHING DENIES REPORT.
Has Not Exiled Macarthur Because
He IL To Wed Mrs. Brooks.

Washington, Feb. 1o.-lts all
damn poppyoock without the slightest
foundation and based on the idlest
gossip"
John ]. Pershing. General of the
Armies. and Chief of the War Depart
ment General Staff. used these words
last night IN characterizing published
rumor that he. as an unsuccessful
suitor for the hand of Mrs. Cromwell
Brooks. daughter OF Mrs. Il, 7. stotes-
bury of Philadelphia had "exiled" TO
the Philippines Brig. Gen. Douglas
Macarthur, commandant Of West
Point, who "a MIS-. Brooks nance.
The announcement OF General Mac
Arthur-e engagement TO Mrs. Brooks
was made several weeks ago. Abou
the same time It became known that
General Macarthur had received or
ders 10 go to the Philippines. Fo,
nearly week there have been rumors
| lacking confirmation. that Genera
Macarthur would resign from thC
army rather than go TO the Philip
| pines.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-10
ENGLAND NOT WILLING
TO POSTPONE. .PARLE\
Only at Request Of Italy VIII
She Consent to Delay Of
Genoa Meeting.
a. A..oc,ated pre,a to r.very Evening.

nv Associated Press to Every Evening.
London. Feb. 10.--t}reat Britain will
agree to no postponcment OF the Genoa
economic conference unless the request
for such postponemcnt emanates from
Rome. Il was authorltatively declar-
ed here today. The French amhassa-
dor, It liz understood, was 40 informed
last evening by Lord Curzon, the
foreign secretary, during their dis
cussion of the French memorandum
urging postponement OF the confer
ence.
Belief was expressed IN well-in-
formed American quarter today that
the holding OF tho conference on the
iptended date was becoming increas-
hncly doubtful, owing to the Italian
domestic political situation. Unit
an intimation was given that this silt
uation was such as 10 preclude th'
lholding OF the conferences the nations
which are expected to participate have
no choice but to await developments
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-10
PHILA. PRODUcE MARKET.

BY Associated Press 10 Every Evening.
Philadelphia, Feb. 0.-Wheat-No.
2 red winter, 1.S3@1.3s; do, garlicky,
127@1.32.
> Corn-No. 2 for export, 66Q66 y;
do, No. 6, 64@641a; No. 4, 63@63h
car lots, local, No. 2 yellow, 67h@
,6S1a; No. yellow, 67@6s.
Oats:-No 2. white, As y @4e; No.
8. white. 44@44h.
Butter-We creamery extra,
s7a; nearby prints, fancy, 42G4s.
Eggs-Nearby, extra flrsts. AZ; do,
firsts, as; western extra firsts, 40;
do, firsts. AZ; fancy selected packed
53055.
Cheese--New York whole milk
fancy, fats, held at 2l@22; do. fresh
| 2O15@21i4: fair to good, 1920; long
i horn, 22@23; single daisies, held al
-2i422; do, fresh. 20h@2l1a
II Live poultry Fowls, not leghQrns
F27@32; do, leghorns, 26@29; spring
chickens, not leghorns, 2T@32; do
leghorns, 26@2S; young roosters. q
/ G22; old roosters, 17@19; turkeys, AZ
! 645; ducks. white Pekin. 36@3S; do
mixed colors, 32@34; Muscovy, 2o@
%; geese, 22@25.
Dressed poultry:-Spring turkeys
nearby. fancy dry packed, 52@54; do
western fancy, 5oM52; fair to good
4oG45; old toms. 40M43; fowls, fresh
killed, CHOICE to fancy, 2S@3o; dc
small sizes, 21Q27; roasting chickens
nearby, 27M36; do. western. 24@35
broi,ing chickens, nearby. 2443S; &C
western. 22@34; old roosters. 22@24
ducks fancy, 3o@33; fair to kood, 2
td27; geese. fancy 23@25; fair t
good, 2o@22.
Potatoes: - White, hundredweight
1.90@2.50.
Flour:-Soft winter. straight west
ern 6.00M6.10; do, nearby. 5.75Q
, $50; hard winter, straight, 6,70@7 90
; do. short patent, 725@7.50; sprin,
first clear, 5.75@s.lo; do. patent, 7.7od
$40: do. short patent 8.20@S.50
fancy spring and city mills. paten
family brand, s.75@s,25.
Hay--Timothy,. No. p. 22.oo@23, ,OC
do. No. 8, 2O.oo@21oo; sample. 1s.ooC
,as.0o; no grade, 14.00@16oo; Glove
q mixed hay, light mixed, 21.50@22ot
n No /. mixed, 2O.ooG2100.
) Tallow-Prime city, loose. AZ; d
: special loose, s prime country, .
: edible, in tierces. ".
e Bran-Soft winter. in 100-poun
: sacks, 34.Oo@S5.o0; do, spring. $4,000
|. 340o.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-10
OPPOSITION TO BONUS
EXPRESSED IN LETTER
Secretary Of Manufacturers
Asso. Notifies Members of
l. Resolutions Adopted.

James z. Stein. secretary of the
Nianufa cfurcrs' Association OF VIII
ninrtor and tho Wilmington En-
ploycrs Association. has notified the
members OF the proceedings IN Wash
ington when the transportation COM
ni'ttoe OF the National Industrial
Council appeared before the Senate
and presented the resolutions adopted
! ~ the council at its semi-annual con-
/ ference. Air Walker OF the
1 Iowa Manufacturers Association was
spokesman.
Mr.. Stein I'm his communication to
the mombcrs asks that they attract
community attention as far as pos
slble TO the soldiers bonus bill now
before Congress. Everyone. he says.
should be familiar with the inevitable
eject OF an enormous increase in the
tax burden at thS time upon business
There is every indication. he said
that such a burden may be the straw
that breaks the industrial camel's
back.
Quoting Senator William Il. Borah
OF Idaho. who is very much opposed
TO the bonus bill, Mir. STEMS letter
read: we have reached a crisis IN
this country with reference to finan.
cial and economic affairs. When w
consider the public-debt Of the United
1 States. the public debt OF the Stale.
, and cities, and then contemplate III
} fact that our taxes are still at higl
) tide, II is not very difficult TO realiz
I what this cash bonus business means
I The man Is blind who does not recog
: aize that the most widespread ant
> thi eaiening aspect OF public affair
? % this time is the feeling on the par
= OF the people everywhere that thei
!. governments cannot or Will not .eliev
them of the cruFhing burdens unde
which they are bending"
Every member OF our association
v Mr.. Stein says. ir I'm a position I
describe the terms o, the preser
2 state OF his business. his own struggl
u tor readjustment. 10 impress upo
his own representatives. House an
i senate. Cabinet and President, an
> the thoughtful members of our con
munity IN every class the destructiy
> effect OF further taxes at this time.