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The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
SEEK NEW RATE ON COAL.
Western Missouri Operators Complain
Against Santa Fe and Other Roads.

Jefferson City, Dec. ia hearing
was being held here today before the
public service commission on the ap-
plication of a number of coal op-
orators of western Missouri for read
justment of rates in that part of the
state. The operators alleged the rates
are excessive and are discriminatory
in favor of interstate shippers. De-
feRdants in the action are the Atchi-
son, Topeka & Santa Fe, the Chicago
& Alton; the Missouri Pacific and
the Burlington
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19

Mrs. Calie Hurt
Walter, 6.
When Mrs. Calie at in
1918
John 9were placed
Shortly afterward Mrs
successful this
Matches
his wife
Baggo the
the Clarke family but they already had =
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
keystone Mixer

The mixer with 109 uses. Use
it for beating eggs, whipping
cream, mixing anything. Re-
duces the work, improves the
food. Detachable whip, easy to
clean. Special ..... .%1.A9
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Electric GriIIs

The Armstrong Table Stove,
approved by Good House keeping
Magazine. Toast, fry, bake or
boil, right on the table. A won
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Curling Irons

Electric, with guaranteed heat
ing element. Always acceptable
as a glIt SSsX5
Others up to $1,000
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19

Offer $4,000 for Mrs. Phillips.
Los Angeles, Dec 10. = Rewards
offered for the recapture of Mrs.
Clara Phillips, hammer murderess,
who escaped from the Los Angeles
county Jail, total $4,000.
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
CROW INDIANS HONOR FoCH.
Spot Where Marshal Joined Tribe ]
NOxu EOch Park

Now Foch Park.
Billings, Dec. 19.-The spot at Crow
agency, where Marshal Ferdinand
Foch was initiated into the Crow
Indian tribe. November %, 1921, has
been named Foch park by the Crow
Indians in general council.
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Roasters

Cook that Christmas turkey in
one of these fine roasters. We
have most any kind or size that
you can think of.
Lisk, seamless enameled
Roasters $3.50 to $500
Savory, seamless enameled
Rooster So. 90
Wear-EVer Aluminium
Roasters .S3.ZS to IS. .9S
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Furnace Clinker Hooks

The man who takes care of
the furnace will appreciate.
this cIinker hook-with its
fingers, it really takes hold of
the clinker and hangs on. See
these $500
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19

Regular $16.25 set. beautiful
white finish, quart capacity.
Special at $1,000
Regular $4,000 set, flowered de-
sign. quart size. Very spe-
cial at .........-$ $1A.9S
Regular $500 set, quart size,
nickle finish. Special
at xs9S
Nickle Plated jug alone, reg
ular price $1,000, marked
down to .....t.....-. .$S.9S
finished in pink. Special
at .S4&s9V
Mahogany finish. quart capacity,
regular $12.50 value
IOr .94UsOO
Another one in the white finish,
quart size, marked down from
S21.25 to $50
Regular $500 set. pint ca
pacity. finished in blue. Spe-
cial at ............ $500
Regular $4,000 set. pint size, fin
ished in gold. Special
Regular $500 set. pint size.
finished in green. Special
at ...-. 81 9sOO
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Kiddie Pedal Kars

A regular Kiddie KR. only it
pedals so that the kfddie can
make it co.. $500 and 5000
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Auto Lunch Kits

Sandwich Boxes, Cups, Knives.
Spoons, Plates, Thermos Bottles.
etc. Everything complete put
up in a convenient auto kit
for ............. $1,000
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Fireplace Sets

A gift that will
please the house
wife. A set of
andirons, a fire
set or a folding
spark guard.
Fire Sets, A.
p i e C e, po k e r,
tongs, shovel and
stand, only. 5000
Beautiful Brass
a n d l r o n And
irons, from
SO. so to $11.O0
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Crumb Trays

NiclxIe Plated Crumb Trays,
highly polished. < suitable gift
for the house wife. Some as low
as $500
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Mems Christmas Toggery

Men S Cnr1SLmdS IOgSery
Special Christmas counters for
Mems Neckwear and Sox are. con-
veniently located in the north aisle.
Mems Pure Silk Sox at. .... Csc
Mems Wool sox at 6se to S1.5o
Mems Ties. Knit, at 65c and CSC
Mems Ties, Knit, $50 values
at SOC
Mems Ties, Silk, s1.0O values
at .6Sc
Mems Ties, Silk, values to
S1-5O, at. ISc
Gloves
Just received a shipment of
French Kid Gloves, 16-button
length. in black. all sizes, a
pair. 5IsVO
Ribbon Special
Moire. Floral and Taffeta, 4 II
inches wide and a good line of
colors. a yard. .25c
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Single Pieces

Guaranteed for 20 Years.
Gravy Ladle .......... $3.50
Cream Ladle- e-.........$1 90
Teaspoons. set of six. S1.5o
Butter and Sugar Set. .$1.4O
Tablespoons, set of six. $500
Forks and Knives. six of
each -....--- 30. -
Salad Forks, six of each. .$A.25
Child's Set, three pieces. SITS
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
lwrence Traffic.

The Victory hishway-particula
between Topeka and Lawrence-has
been a notable example. Opening of
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Christmas Tree Lights

Genuine Mazda Xmas tree
lights. 3 sockets, complete with
colored candles. bulbs. cord, etc.
A Christmas necessity.
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
BoudOir Sets

While they
last, We offer a
limited num-
ber of beauti-
f u ! BoudoI
Sets at great,
reduced prices
A nice variety
of designs to
select from.
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Serving Trays

What is more useful or more
appreciated than a beautiful
serving tray? We have them in
many styles and sizes.
a 10-inch Nickle Plated Tray
for &1.5O
A /12-inch Nickle Plated Tray
Tor S1sI5
\ f4-inch Nekle Plated Tray
for ....-..........i$ $500
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Coasters

Extra Coasters to complete
your set, each .4Oc
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19
Kelly Kars

All steel chassis, steel disk
wheels 10 inches high. No
Spokes to loosen or fall out. No
wood rim or tire to come apart.
Double set of ball bearings; so
easy running that even smallest
child can enjoy this
wagon. ..... So. 90 to $1,000
The Topeka state journal., 1922-12-19

Navy, midnight, Hague, con-
cord-WarTen M. Crosby Co.
Special Black included.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
CAMP HUMPHREYS CITIZENS
TRAINING CORPS HARD AT WORK

A driving rain and hail storm in
terfered with the Citizens Military
Training Camp physical tests at
Camp Humphreys on Tuesday af-
ternoon. The students We're engaged
in rope climbing, 100 yard dash,
standing and running high Jump,
and standing and running broad
Jump. Only about thirty men had
taken the tests, but the showing
thus far was very good. The men
showed particular aptitude in the
rope climb.
After the rain had broken up the
tests, the men had no more duties
that day but Retreat. This gave
them ample time to prepare for the
dance which WIS held at the Camp
Gymnasium. The drenching that
the students suffered on the athletic
field had in no wise dampened their
spirits, and there was a large. en-
thusiastic attendance at the dance
The rain had scared away a few of
the fairer sex, however, and stays
were greatly in the maiority-a
condition that wa snot Objectionable
to the Young ladies', who were rush
ed continuously. Punch was served
during the evening, and during the
intermissiOn many took advantage
of the proximity of the Service Club
where ice cream and soft drinks
were obtained. Excellent music was
provided by en- orchestra from the
Thirteenth Engineer Band which
PLAYED through the evening with
very short intermissions.
II was with the regret of both
sexes hat the Government buses
took the young ladies' back t.
Washington at ten forty-fve, anc
all are looking forward to the dance
next Tuesdav NIGHT which vii
probably be held at the Log Cabin
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
THREE FUNERALS

The funeral of Mrs. Mary Alice
Stout took place yesterday after
ternoon from Sharon Chapel, Far
fax county. Services were conduct
ed by Rev. DR.. w. J. Morton, rec
tor of Christ Episcopal Church, and
burial was in the cemetery at Ac-
cotink
Funeral services for Lewis A.
Shifflett, of Fairfax county, were
held at 10 o'clock this. morning at
the Methodist Church at Accotink
and conducted by Rev. f. W. Melli-
champe, rector of Pohick Episcopal
Church. Burial was at Accotink.
Rites for Mrs. Richie A. Klock
were held this afternoon from her
late residence, Hume Spring. north
o fthis city, and conducted bv Rev.
o. P. Llovd, pastor of the Second
Baptist Church. Burial was in
Bethel cemetery.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

Fourteen enthusiastically a re-
cord number-are contesting for the
Charlottesville postmastership, which
becomes vacant on September 18th,
and pays $500 annually. The Civil
Service Commission conducted the
examination on July 25th and when
the lists were closed it was found
that II had filed their examination
papers. The candidates are Willard C.
Elliott, James L. Humbert, Jay C.
Coulter, John S. White. Herbert H.
Murch, W. V. Johnson, VIM. H. Pey-
ton, Samuel H. Marshall, Elmer L.
Johnson, VIM. D. Harrison, VIM. B.
Murphy, Mrs. Hazel H. Murphy,
Nellie l.. George and Frank Y. Hall.
Later the papers of Samuel H. Mar
shall were rejected by the Commission
on the ground that he is ineligible
for postmaster because of non-resi-
dence. 1t will likely be late in Sep
TENDER at the earliest before the
sitting process will be completed and
the new postmaster chosen.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

gift to the bride, and corsage bouquet
of bride roses and lilies of the valley.
The bride was attended by Miss
Pauline Agnes Hellmuth as maid of
honor, who wore cream radium lace
over nile green crepe de chine and
pink La France roses.
Mrs Edward LIE Roy Weber, of
Washington, D. c., was matron of
honor and she wore pink canton crepe
with touches of silver and Ophelia ros-
es and larkspur.
The bridesmaids were Miss Marjorie
Palmer, Washington, D. c., and Miss
Laurie Jean White, Braddock Heights,
Md and they wore pink georgette
over pink satin with pink rosebud
trimmings, pink Columbia roses.
The flower girl was Miss Farley
Cracia Hellmuth, niece of the BRIDE,
Colorado Springs, Col, who wore
white net over pink silk with knots
and streams of pink satin ribbon
and carried a white enameled wicker
basket and pink tulle bow on handle
The best man was Horace F. Girls
mond of Fredericksburg, Va. The
groomsmen were Robert Wenzel, OF
Washington, D. c Boyd j. Richards,
Harry V. Moore and Everett A. He'll
muth, all of this city.
The church was prettily decorated
with palms and white roses, and the
house decorations were pink gladiolus
and roses, palms and ferns
The brides mother wore gown of
black lace over black satin, jet trim
mings, and Mrs. Betty Crismond, of
Fredericksburg, Va mother of the
bridegroom, wCSe black canton crepe.
Costumes worn by other relatives
were as follws: Miss Elizabeth Fol-
mar, aunt of the bride, dark blue gown
of lace over satin and pearls; Mrs. W.
Earle Hellmuth, cream net over cream
chiffon. rosebud trimmings and pearls;
Mrs. William Frederick Hellmuth,
turquoise blue georgette, rosebud
trimmings and pearls; groom's Sis
tc>s, Mrs. Eugene Bode, gray lace over
gray crepe de chine. steel trimmings;
Mrs +. Foster, white canton crepe
with georgette; Mrs. Horace F. Girls
mond, sister-in-law of the groom,
white chiffon over lavender satin and
pearls.
The out-o\ town guests attending
We're Mrs. B. X Crismond, Mr.. and
| Mrs. H. f. Crismond, Mr.. and Mrs
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
Plans For Services
For Rail Strikers

Arrangements today were completed
by the railroad strikers for the prayer
meeting service which will be held
Monday afternoon from l until 2
o'clock. 1t was announced by the COM
mittee that the pastors of all of the
churches agreed to the services and
that joint services will be held on Mon
day by all, although Christ Episcopal
and st. Mary's Catholic churches will
hold their services Sunday morning
in connection with the regular servic-
esq that day The hour and place for
the services to be held jointly will be
determined later, it was announced.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
% Dry Officers Lost Lives

Washington, Aug. 3.-Since the
dry laws became effective, p Fede-
raj prohibition enforcement officers
have been killed, according to a
statement issued today by Prohibit
tion Commissioner Haynes.
Twelve states were represented in
the list Of officers killed in efforts
to stop illicit distilhng and illegal
traffic in liquor Texas led the cas-
nalty list with four deaths, while
Georgia. Alabama, Tennessee and
OSiahoms were listed with two
each.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
PEACEMAKER, SHOT
KILLS ASSAILANT
Uses Gun Dropped BY The Wounded
Maa-Fight is Result of Feud

Chattanooga, Tenn, Aug. 8
John Taylor, claim agent for the
Nashville, Chattanooga and st.
Louis Railroad, is dead, and DR.. B.
A. Deakins and Billy Parks are in
a serious condition as the result of
sensational gun battle yesterday
in East Chattanooga.
Deakins was shot in the abdomen
and leg by Taylor, after Parks in
terfered as a peacemaker. Taylor
then turned his gun on Parks and
shot him through the left lung.
Parks picked up Deakins' shotgun
and fired twice at Taylor. The first
shot tore off an arm and TIE next
entered Taylor's neck and head,
causing instant death.
The trouble was the result of an
old feud between Taylor and Deak-
ms.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

improving ever since. have taken
seven bottles now and am so happy that
am all over these bad feelings. Mrs.
5. LANsER, 1889 n. Srd St., Sheboygan,
Wisconsin.
For the woman entering middle age
lydia E. Pinkham' Vegetable Com
pound can be of much benefit. During
this time of life certain changes take
place which sometimes develop into
serious trouble.
Melancholia, nervousness. irritability,
headache and dizziness are some of the
symptoms. Lydia E. Pinkham's Vege-
table Compound is natural restora-
tive, especially adapted to assist nature
in carrying you safely past this time.
Why not give it fair trial?
Adv.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
SWANSON'S LEAD
MAY REACH 10000

With IS counties yet to be heard
from it is thought that the majority
of Senator Claude A. Swanson over
former Governor ,Westmoreiand Davis
in Tuesdays primary for the demo-
cratic nomination for United States
Senate may reach 10000. No such
victory has ever been recorded in the
political history of Virginia Unoffi-
cial returns give Senator Swanson a
majority of 59199 with the forego-
ing number of counties still to be
heard from.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
G.. E. Warfield Presents
Flag to Kawanis Club

A handsome American flag today
was presented to the Kiwanis Club
by George +. Warfield, former presi-
dent of that club. A speech of pre-
sentation was made by Julian Y. Will
liams and a response was made by
President Urban S. Lambert on be-
half of the club.
A review of the attendance of the
of the club was given by
Nelson T. Snyder, secretary of the
club. showing the attendance record
of every member.
Music was furnished by the XII
wants orchestra. Urban S. Lambert
nresided.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
What To Do To Be Saved

The Harrodsburg Ky) Medical
Gazette has received the following
dear Dock, / have a pashunt who's
physical sines show that the wind
pipe has liberated off and his lungs
have drop down into his stummick i
have given hym EVERY thin without
eject he seems to be influenshal and
farely honorable and member of
Congress and god nose | don't want
to loOs hym what shall do ans by
return male"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
VOTED FOR SWANSON

Among the voters yesterday was
one Of Alexandria'S most respected
ladies and which l may say with
out any reflection whatsoever on
the lady's age), the oldest fe-
male voter in Alexandris. She is
Mrs. NJ. f. Chichester, widow Of the
late W. D. Chichester, whom all in
Alexandria remembers very well as
great Democratic voter and
worker at the polls on election day.
Mrs. Chichester has voted for the
past two years. and takes quite an
interest at election times. We hope
she will live many more years and
enjoy health and happiness and
help swell the votes for our next
Democratic President.
A Swanson Supporter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
WEDDING
LAST NIGHT
Miss Mary V. Hellmuth
Bride of w. P. Crismond
of Shanghai, China

A pretty wedding ceremony was SOL
emnized at s O'Clock last night at I'M
manuel Lutheran Church when Miss
Mary Virginia Hellmuth, daughter Of
Mr.. and Mrs. William Henry He'll
muth, became tho bride of Mr.. Will
liam Preston Crismond, Shanghai,
China. The ceremony was performed
by Rev. Carl Goethe. pastor of that
church. Attending the wedding were
g large number of relatives and friends
OF the two families.
The bride wore a gown of white
satin crepe and duchess lace robe, tulle
veil caught to couture with coronet Of
pearl and orange blossoms. She also
wore diamond pendant, the groom's
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

E. Foster, of Fredericksburg, Va. !;
Mrs. E. R. Ament, Braddock Heights,
Md; Mrs. " Earle Hellmuth, Colo
RADIO Springs. Col
A reception followed at the home
of the brides parents, 10S North AL
fred street. Afterward Mr.. and Mrs.
Crismond left for a short northern
bridal trip, anc will return home for
ten days. They will then leave for the
coast, making several stops en- route,
among other stops one will be as the
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
Had $4,000 In Cash
But Starves to Death

West Palm Beach, Fla, Aug. 3.
Suffering from lack of nourish-
ment, H. Smith was taken to a
hospital Monday night, where he
died. Hospital attendants, search
ing his personal belongings in an
effort to locate relatives, reported
they had found $4,000 in cash in
the clothes he had on his back when
he entered the institution.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

Hain't it wonderful how
tn average family all gifts
t'gether agin before break
fast-or nearly allus?
A son kin never repay his
mother, but she never seems
t. hold it against him.
DOWNRIGHT National Newspaper Service
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
Policeman Resigns

Joseph R. Rowland for the past
two years a member of the police
force, has rendered his resignation
as such effective last night. Mr..
Rowland expects to engage in the
automobile business September |
and will have a place opposite police
station. His many friends wish him
success
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
Band Concert Tomorrow

Arrangements have been made
for band concert which will be
given by the Fort Hunt Band at s
o'clock tomorrow night at the band
stand at Washington and Prince
streets. This band consists Of fifty
pieces. The program will he an
nounced in tomorrow's Gazette.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

even DO my oW n
homework, could not
sleep at night and
all kinds of que er
thoughts would come
to me. Fin Ally l
gave up going to the
doctor and a friend
told me of Lydia E.
Pinkham's Vegeta-
bic Compound.
After the first bottle
l could sleep better
oo6 I hava Gapt On
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

home of the brides brother, Mr.. W.
Earle Hellmuth, Colorado Springs,
Colo, and from San Francisco they
will sail September 2nd for Shanghai,
China, where they win make their
home.
The couple were the recipients or
many handsome presents.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03
QUEER FEELINGS
At MIDDLE AGE
Women Should Know How Lydia E.
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound
Helps at This Trying Period

Sheboygan, Wisconsin, was run
down, tired and nervous. / could not
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

Mrs. T. Anderson Sommers and
Master Thomas Anderson Sommers,
left this morning for Orange, Va,
TO visit relatives.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

EVERY BIT OF DIZZINESS dis
appears with Il golden Clint Sham
pOo.-Ady.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

Miss Mary Randolph Catlett, of
Newport News, Va, is visiting her
cousins, Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Page
Waller, ST., at their hgme, 30s North
Columbus street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

Mrs. C. W. Compton and daugh-
ter, Miss Esther Compton and Miss
Gladys Duthie, of Milton, Ore, are
visiting Mrs. j. E. Compton, Sl9
King street.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

Mr.. Abe Rosenberg has returned
to his home in North Royal street,
after a visit TO friends AID relatives
in New York.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

Mrs. May Winkleman and four
daughters, Evelyn, Clarice, Thelma
and Beryl, of North Royal street,
left today for a ten days stay at
Colonial Beach.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1922-08-03

Buddy Blpnt, one Of Alexan-
dria's well known citizens, reports
an exceptionally fine tomato crop
and says that he has been busy for
the past three weeks hauling his
products to Washington.
The circle banner. [volume] (Circle, Mont.) 1914-1939, 1922-11-10

The raising of seed peas has be-
come an extensive in dustry In the
Bitter Root valley. The crop not
only flourishes there, but it has
proven to be. a profitable one Be-
cause of irrigation the crop is never
a failure, and last year and the year
before this was about the only coun-
try that produced peas in paying
quantities.
The seasons crop from the 1000
acres contracted by the N. b. Keeney
& Son Seed company is all stored in
the big warehouse just north of the
depot, and the work of Manipulating
began last week.
$4,000 Bushel Crop
Manager C. C. LeSuer estimates
the crop at $4,000 bushels and has
about 80 people employed at the
seed house.
The peas are grown over the terri
tory between Conner and Lolo. One
Of the best proportionate crops grown
this year was from the Click-BakerI
acreage in the Conner district, $40
bushels being garnered from rs
acres of ground.
The circle banner. [volume] (Circle, Mont.) 1914-1939, 1922-11-10
CHINOOK WILL SELL AIRPLANE
HELD FOR STORAGE CHARGES

On December A an airplane sale
is planned in Chinook. Bargains in
used planes are offered.
While airplane sales are not of
frequent occurrence in Montana yet,
there is to be plane put up for
sale.
A machine was taken to Chinook
in January, 1921, by Pilot L. r.
Smith, who was flying it for w. K.
Anderson of Roundup. He did pas
senger work there and at Harlem for
several days. One day while landing
in the Woodbridge field west of Chi
nook he was hampered by the pres
ence of a crowd and rather than run