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Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
TAXI ANNOYANCE.
Causes Protest to Police by =. r. II
Official.

A protest against the "taxicab
nuisance" at French street station
was received by the Directors OF Pub
lie Safety yesterday afternoon from
Gamble Datrobe. general superinten-
dent OF the Pennsylvania Railroad
here. The noise OF the tsxicab drivers
and the frequent fls; fights cause
much annoyance 10 passengers of the
railroad. the letter stated Superin-
tendent Black was authorized to make
any changes In the traffic rulings nj
the station which might keep the taxis
from parking so near the building.
The trial of Ellis b. Johnson, who
has been suspended for a month OF
charge OF conduct unbecoming an Of
ficer, WAS continued until next week
Warren II. Atkins was appointed a
member of the police force for the
probationary period OF six months.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21

protest md the complications which
may follow may seriously embarrass
her condition. Z.
Receiver Finney had absolutely no
statement OF interest whatever 10
make today. He said II am still re-
cciving the records OF assets from
Charles A. Stewart, the bank examiner
and until this IL completed ! cannot
begin 10 look into the value or the
worthlcssncss OF any notes that may
be among the assets" Mr.. Flnney did
say that the bank statement, includ-
Ing the notes that are filed with the
assets were sufficient to meet all OBJ
legations II they prove as valuable ms
their face value.
Bank Examiner Stewart hopes to
get away from ITlkton tonight. Re-
ccivcr Finney expects to get into the
notes probably by Thursday and with
In n week or ten days hopes to have
made sufficient survey Of the as
sets to be ablo TO mako some kind OF
an announcement TO the Comptroller
! OF Currency.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
GIRLS IN KNICKERs BARRED.
Father OF Modern Maid Insists on Ad-
mitting 'em to Schools.

BY Associated Press to Every Evening.
Paterson. n. j.. Feb. 2f.-War to
further safeguard the advancing pre-
negatives of the female-specificall
the right TO wear knickerbockers
where and when they please-loorned
in Paterson today. John Lyle. a
travelling salesman, was preparing to
storm the board Of education TO com
pei local high school authorities. to
permit his daughter to attend classes
in the Objectionable apparel.
The girl, Dora Lyle. and a friend.
Iona Garcia, were sent home yester-
day by Principal Francis r. North
when they appeared in class attired in
knickerbockers.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
NEW HIGHWAY
THROUGH ANDL|TH
IN Order to Take Advantage oi
Spsakman Co.'S Park
Land Offer.

Al the weekly meeting of the Street
and Sewer Directors today nrst and
second readings were given an orii-
nance removing Church street from
the city map from Thirticth TO Thirty
second and Spruce from Thirticth to
Tcdd's Lane. and establishing n new
location wcsteriy of the present one
for Spruce street from Thirtie<h to
Tosid's Lane. This Ia being dono at
the request Of tho Speekman Co. who
arc paying charges In connection with
the change and desire the change to
avoid having a city street passing
Through their plant.
Mayor Harvey returned approved
the resolution repeating the old and
establishing a new route on the Clay
mont street section of the new boule-
ward.
A resolution was given Its final
reading and adopted extending south
Union street frpn Sycamore to the
city boundary and establishing build
ing lines. road and sidewalk widths.
A resolution was adopted extending
Christiana avenue from the street
formerly known as G street to the In
tcrsection OF Terminal thoroughfare
Building lines, road and sidewalk
widths were established.
William NJ. Francis. 24l4 Pennsyl-
vania avenue. reported that the street
bed at the intersection OF Pennsylvania
avenue and Union street was In bad
condition and was very dangerous
He reported breaking an axle on his
automobile yesterday. The board will
take the matter under consideration
LOWS Rumford. 1til Woodlawr
avenue. wrote n letter 10 the Street
and Sewer Department, which was
read today. stating that he was passing
beneath the Baltimore 4 Ohio railroad
bridge at Pennsylvania avenue and
Union streets on February IL. wher
his automobile was covered with pes
coal. dropped from a passing freight
train. The board viii investigate.
The Wilmington Gas Co. was grant
oil permission TO open East Fourteenth
street between French and Walnut
Permission was also granted 10 opcr
Tatnall street between Second ant
Third. 20 repair street main leaks.
Clerk Of the Market McAteer an
nounccd that the curb markets woulC
h~ open tomorrow.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
AvERTED 81 SUICIDES.
"Anti" League In Switzerland Also
Prevents Many Murders.

By Associated Prers TO Every Evening.
Geneva, Feb. 21.-Fifty four men
and women were prevented from COM
mitting suicide in the last six months
through the efforts of an anti-suicide
league at Zurich. Some of the fifty
four also had planned TO take other
lives before their own.
Members of the league received ap-
peals in confidence from desperate
persons, and each case Ia handled In
a kindly but firm manner. Moral, and
sometimes financial aid is given until
the crisis is past. Most OF those thus
saved from self destruction are now
doing well. and their secret Is carefully
guarded by the league.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
DEBT COMMISSION NAMED.
Mellon, Hoover and Hughes,
Senator Smoot and Repre-
sentative Burton Selected.
BY Associated Press 10 Every Evening.

~ |N''7NN'''NN' ''' ~ ''f'fJ sNF'Hh'&'
Washington, Feb. Nomination
of Secretary Mellon. Secretary
Hughes. Secretary Hoover, Senator
Smoot and Representative Burton. 10
be members OF the Allied debt funding
commission will be sent to the SEN
ate today, It was announced at the
White House.
Upon confirmation OF the nornina-
tons. II Is expected that foreign debtor
nations will be informed that this
country is prepared TO begin negotia-
tions for funding the 1900 900, 900
allied debt.
According 10 high officials, negotia-
tions probably will be begun first with
Great Britain looking to the funding
OF the $4,000, 900 900 debt owed by the
nation and with the other foreign gov
ernments in the order Of the size of
their debts.
Under the. congressional authority
creating the debt commission the
amounts due from the foreign nations
may not be funded for longer than "a
years, or at interest OF less than AZ
per cent.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
MRS. ROSTER SEEKS DELAY.
Not Ready to Face Jury for Staying
Husband and Typist.

BY Associated Press TO Every Evening.
Philadelphia, Feb. 21--A petition
for postponement of the trial Of Mrs.
Kathryn Roster, indicted in connec-
ton with the deaths OF her husband,
Oscar Roster. and his stenographer.
Mildred G.. Reckitt. in. his advertising
Office last month. was held under ad-
visement today by Judge Rogers in
Criminal Court The trial was set for
next Monday.
Counsel for the defense pressed for
a continuance on the ground that in
sufficient time was given 10 prepare
but indicated that the case would be
ready by March 20. The motion was
opposed by the prosecution.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Photographs OF State Bench.

The photograph OF the Supreme
Court bench OF the State. taken on
Friday In Court Room No. by Will
liam Shewell- Ellis. Is said to have
been completely successful, in spite
OF unfavorable lighting conditions.
No prints have so far been made. but
they will be completed shortly.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
GYPSY CHIEF BATHES;
FETE DAY FOR TRIBE
6y Associated Press to Every Evening

by Associated Press to Every Evening.
Newark. n. J., Feb. 21.-Fourteen
gypsy families who make their homes
in the Bellevue district near here. are
making holiday today, for their chief
Ben Hoyt, has taken a bath and
changed his linen.
This is the first time the ceremony
has occurred in at least 40 days. for
the chief was forbidden by the tradi-
tional laws of his tribe TO touch his
body with water, shave or even change
His clothing until that time had elapsed
following the death Of his Wife This
Is the day, and the chiefs followers are
giving every evidence OF happiness.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
BUSINESS COMING BACK.
Trade Between Canada and
United States Nearing
Pre-War Volume.
ny Associnted Press 10 Every rven,ng.

New York, Feb. 21.--Measured In
terms OF foreign exchange. business
between the United States and Cana
da is gradually coming back to nor
nal or pre-war conditions. following
the trend OF British remttances.
Two months ago the Canadian dol
lars sold Mt discount OF IN cents in
this market. Today the discount on
Montreal fell to 2 f5-16th cents, the
lowest rate since since 1919.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
CORSET FATAL TO SKIER.
Whalebone Pierces Heart Of Woman
When She Has a Hard Fall.

BY Associated Press to Every Evening.
Geneva, Feb. 21.-A whalebone
corset stay caused the death recently
of Zurich young woman while ski
ing. She was making steep descent
with party of friends when she fell
over a ledge. landing 90 feet below in
deep snow.
Her companions attached no i'm
portance TO the fall, but on reaching
her found the bone had pierced her
heart,
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
TAKE NO CHANCES.
Federal Prohibition Agents Here Pro.
hibited from Tasting Liquor.

Strict orders. prohibiting Federal
proht1ition agents from sampling or
even tasting whisky. preparatory to
an arrest. We're issued today by Di-
rector Elliott.
Last Saturday, according to Mr.. FL
liott. two prohibition agents in Phila-
delphia We're admitted to a hospital
suffering from alcohol poisoning. An
investigation revealed that the VIC
tins had purchased several drinks
preparatory to securing the necessary
evidence.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
COUNTY FUNDS.

County Treasurer Walter S. Burris
reported to the Levy Court today that
New Castle county has current funds
amounting to STAG, 6,l26.36 and a mis-
cellaneous roads account of S3l4.41.
He also reported the following funds
for the maintenance of dirt roads;
Christiana hundred, sl7,32027; Mil
Creek, S4,76321; White Clay Creek,
S5,379.79; Pencader, s2,s2l.S5; New
Castle, S4,72404; Red Lion, sl,S7I.62;
St. Georges, S9,67407; Appoquinimink,
S729; Blackbird, 81 402.24; Brandy
wine, S9,355.95.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
DISCUSS ACTIVITIES.
General Section OF Chamber of Com.
merce Plans For New Year.

Members OF the general section OF
the Chamber Of Commerce met YES
terday afternoon and discussed work
that the section may take up the COM
ing year. While the discussion was
general. there was nothing definite de-
cided upon, as all activities must be
approved by the board of directors.
The manufacturers section will meet
this afternoon and other sections will
hold meetings later in the week.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
LEVY COURT HOLDS
BRIEF SESSION

The Levy Court held a brief session
today.
Among the bills passed was one from
the Delaware Hospital for s2,se3.
Joseph c. Hutchinson, tax collector
for Appoquinimink hundred, was al
lowed errors as follows for the year,
1918: County and poor taxes, S47.0s;
road. s23.54; capitation, s2.75; dog,
$3.50.
After adjournment the members OF
the court went 10 the Hotel du Pont,
where they were entertained at lunch
con by Benjamin F. Shaw, president
OF the Delaware Hospital.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
St. Paul's Us hers Union.

The Ushers' Union of st. Pauls
Methodist Episcopal Church held its
regular monthly meeting last night, in
the official board room OF the church.
J. Frank Boggs, president, presented
several matters OF interest. Final arrange
ments were made for taking care of the
crowd which will probably attend the
concert of the Temple Glee Club on
Thursday evening.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Seek Bishop QuayIe.

At a business meeting Of the Young
Peoples Society of Christian Endeavor,
held at St. Paups NJ. z. Church last
night, it was decided to make an effort
TO have Bishop William A. Quayle of
St. Louis, Mo, deliver one of his famous
lectures at st. Paul's Church in the near
future, under the auspices Of the Chris
tian Endeavor Society.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
LETTERS ON ESTATES.

Register of Wills Isaac r. Brown has
granted letters as follows
Testamentary-On the estate OF
James McElwee to the Security Trust
and Safe Deposit Co.
Administration the estate OF
Sarah Hardin TO Philema Z. Williams;
estate Of James IL. Pritchett TO Charles
w. Stewart; (ancillaryl estate OF Mary
Clayton Price to Mary L. Clayton.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
settling Estates.

Register of wills Isaac r. Brown
has granted letters OF administration
on the cstate of Mary Montgomery 20
Charles y Park. letters testamentary
ON the estate of Emma Banning tn
james l.. tanning, Jr.. and Mason p.
Mornt and letters OF administration
G. {. a. ON the estate OF Anna Barbara
Mcrgcr 20 Emma Menger.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
These Cases Continued.

In Municipal Court today the case of
Samuel Norris, $40 Madison street,
charged with breach of the peace, was
continued until March %, and the case
of Lewis Fishman, charged with har-
boring an unregistered dog, until Satur-
day. Morris Marowitz claimed that
Morris broke window panes in his house
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
OBITUARY.
Andrcw V. D'0nofrlo.

Andrew Vincent DOnofrio. aged rs
yearr. died al the Delaware Hospital
this morning. following an operation.
Mr.. Donofrio was well known and
very popular among the younger set
OF the city. and was employed at the
Bond Mfg Co. for the past 10 years.
He is survived by his mother. Mrs.
Louise D'Onofrio; two brothers. Frank
and Harry; and Eve sisters. Mrs.
Clarence DiSabatino. Mrs. Angelo Ju-
lian, Kathryn, Edith and Mary
D'Dnofrio.
Matthew Colwell.
Matthew Colwell, for many years
an employe at the Harlan shipyard
died this morning. Funeral services
Will be held at o'clock Friday after
noon from his late residence. 6l5
West Ninth street.
Mrs. Clara Blckta.
Mrs. Clara NJ. Bickta. wife OF
Joseph Bickta. guard at Delamors
Park. died yesterday al the home Of
her daughter. Mrs. James Daney. 32;
Eighth avenue.
Mrs. Mary H.. keyser.
Mrs. Mary II. keyser dled yester.
day At her home. 2203 Jessup street
she was 81 years old Interment viii
BE- made near Bridgeville on Thurs
dsy.
Mrs. Susan Scranord.
Mlv. Susan r. scranord died yester
day at her home at Sugar Bridg
station. She was 81 years old an,
tho widow OF Christopher T.. Scraf
ford. Interment VIII be made In River
view fcemetsry Thursday. I
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
PERSONAL.

Miss Esther Bancroft left yesterday
for Holyoke. Mass, where she will
spend a week with friends.
John s. Rossell, president of the
Security Trust and Safe Deposit Co,
has returned from Atlantic City, n. ].
Alexander w. Benderoth, assistant
manager Of the Hotel du Pont. is
visiting friends in Baltimore.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Diners at the du Pont.

The Philadelphia division of the Ford
Motor Co. held luncheon meeting in
the hotel du Pont today, with 30 personsi
present. Luncheon meetings were alscI
held by the Daughters Of the American,
Revolution and the Associated Charities.
The Lions Club wiz give a reception and!
charter dinner tonight.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Scott MI. T.. Revival

Much interest is being shown in the
revival services at Scott NJ. z. Church.
The Mackey sisters known as the sing
ing evangelists last night sang a
number of selections. Rev. ]. p. Sard
delivered a sermon on. THE Miracles
OF Jesus or the Divine Touch"
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
DIED IN BUFFALO.

Special Dispatch TO Every Evening.
Buffalo, n. ", Feb. 21-Otto
Chistoph. a former resident of Will
mington. Delaware and son Of Mrs.
Mary Wesling. now residing at Del
aware City. Delaware, died last night
after brief illness. at his home here,
SS King street.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Miss NJ. E. Hortz at st. Paul's.

Miss Ma3 Ebrey Hotz, who comes to
St. Pauls VI. (. Church on Thursday
night. with the Temple Glee Club of
Philadelphia, has made many friends
in Wilmington on her previous visits
here. Miss Hortz has an unusual So
prano voice. The Temple Glee Club
is also assisted in their concert by
James A. Manning, reader; Frederick E.
Starke, pianist, and the Temple Treble
Clef.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Licensed 10 We'd.

Magistrate Barnet Gluckman today
issued the following marriage licenses;
Carmine Mauro and Teresa Nicoletti.
of East Twcnty-second street, and
George r. Dougherty. 6l2 West Eighth
street. and Catherine Il. Mcnonan.
same address
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
pr. stephenson Holds His Own.

while there In but little change in
the condition OF Rev. R. X stephen
con. pastor of Silverhrook NJ. f.
Church. who is In the Philadelphia
Methodist Hospital. the physicians say
ne In holding his own. and is respond
ing well to treatment. He is suffer
inF from uracmic poisoning.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
A. A. Waite Recovering.

Alfred A. Waite of Wilmington, for
many years travelling salesman on the
Delaware Maryland Peninsula is slowly
recovering from paralytic stroke,
which he suffered 10 months ago. He
has recovered sufficiently to go outdoors,
but has not resumed business trips.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Rcu~vol~nt Pioneers Dance.

The annual dance and card party
oi the Benevolent Pioneer Literary
Association will be held IN the New
Century club this evening. The
committee In charge comprises ID. a
Irwin. J. T.. Desmond. Ray Gallagher
W. J. Moesley. a. sl. Desmond. ]
PAGAN and J. NJ. Mcgary.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Remodel MARKET Street Property.

Alterations are under way on the
store AZ the soashwes, corner os
Seventh and Market streets TO fft
n for use by the United Cigar Stores
Company new show windows and a
corner entrance Will he put in po-
ef'ion.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Gas Co. Employee Dance.

The employees of the Wilmington
Gas Co. will give a dance IN the rec
reation room on the third floor of the
Gas company's Office, s27 Market
street Thursday evening. The pro-
ceeds are for the benefit Of the Emer-
gency Relief Fund
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Marshal Ainscow Receivers.

Fire Marshal f. Morton Ainscow
who has been III for several days,
has recovered and this morning was
able TO be in his Office at City Hall.
Marshal Ainscow is still bothered by
sore throat, however.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
NEW NAVAL BALLOON WRECKED

BY Associated Press TO Every Evening.
Norfolk Va. Feb. 21.-(2.30 p. m)
The naval dirigible Roma was
wrecked by an explosion today while
she was at the naval base here.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
A. A. Collins 10 BE Operated Upon

Levy Court Commissioner Sher-
turne a. Collins. who is an inmate Of
Jefferson Hospital. Philadelphia, Will
probably undergo a surgical opera
ton Friday Levy Court Commission
era Mccoy and stetser. County En-
Hnesr Gruhb and Hart Scott visited
him yesterday and found him cheerful.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
First Division Stays at Dix.

By Associated Press to Every Evening!
Washington, Feb. 21.-Orders issued
several weeks ago for the transfer of
the FIRST Division of the army from
Camp Dix, N. j., to Camp Meade, Md,
have been suspended the War De-
partment announced today.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
To lnAnect Local Troops.

Captain Valentine Foster, c. A. c..
Z. s. A.. will inspect the Combat
Train and State Administrative staff
of the iesth Artillery. Delaware Ma
tional Guard. this evening al the State
Armory, Twelfth and Orange streets.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Connolly for Representatiy

William NJ Connolly is a candidate
for the Democratic nomination for
Representative in the General Assembly
from the Fifth district Of Wilmington.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Pullman Shops Let Out $50.

With the expiration Of the five-day
notice, approximately $50 employees at
the Pullman Company shops in this
city will be dismissed from the service
OF the COMPANY.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Captain Benson Falls.

Captain of Detectives Robert ]. Ben
son slipped and fell off the steps of his
home last Saturday evening, and hurt
his side. 1t is not expected that he
will resume his duties till the end of
the week.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
TO-Haye Third Operation.

Captain Norman Bender of e1s
Lombard street. who was pilot Of a
boat during the war, will undergo q
third operation on his left arm in a
Philadelphia hospital shortly.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Barnhardt Chorus Meeting,

An important meeting of the Harry
Barnhardt Community Chorus will be
held this evening at s o'clock at the
home Of Mrs. M. S. McVey, so East
Twenty-second street.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Theodore Francis Receivers.

Theodore w Francis has recovered
from an attack Of grip and resumed his
duties as chief clerk of the County
Board OF Assessment.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
ITO Reopen Woodland Beach.

Woodland Beach Will be reopenedl
by the proprietor. James r. Mott. onl
or about May 1. according to present
plans.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Offlcial Sustalns Loss.

Henry c. Taylor, county order clerk
lost yesterday a watch chain charm,
which had been given to him by his
wife for a Christmas gift. The charm
contained his initials.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Many Paving Taxes.

The Wilmington office of the State
School Tax Department was crowded
again today by citizens who called to
pay taxes.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Colliery Long Idle Starts Again.
Rv Aasociatad Press 10 I,Ver+- lNvaripo

Scranton, Pa, Feb. 21.--The Butler
solliery of the Pennsylvania Coal Com
pany at Pittston, resumed work today
after being idle several weeks. r.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
FRANCE NOT READY FOR GENOA,
Tells Germany She Has Requested
Italy TO POSTPONE Conference.

BY Associated Press to Every Evening.
Berlin, Feb. 21.-The French gov
ernment today informed Germany
that II had requested Italy to post
pone the Genoa Economic Conference
for the reasons stated In Premier
PoincaSes recent memorandum.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Now on Lecture Platform.

Miss Isabella Smith. formerly a re-
porter for a Wilmington paper, is now
lecturing in Pennsylvania.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1922-02-21
Library Open Tomorrow.

The Wilmington Institute Free Lii
brary will be open tomorrow despite
| the holiday.