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Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09
CHINA BANDITS /
STILL At LARGE
Offer of Government to Paw
Demanded Ransom May be /
Refused
BY MILITARY PARTY
Who May Insist on Contin-|
ulng Operations Against \
Bandits

SHANGHAI. May 9.-(By the tel
sociated Press)-Fourteen foreigs
ers including at least seven Amerll
cans. held in the hills back Of I.inch a.
ing by the Suchow train bandits. ara
almost dead'' from lack Of food ar
clothing and exposure, aaSorfils
message received here todav fror,
Linching. =
The telegram, received bv ~
Asia Development Company eairi.
'Captives almost dead from ex-
posure. long marches. Foodless ana
unclothed. Bandits willing to neeof
late. but troops ordered to capftre8
them. Missionary women sent NJ
Tsinanfu. Those still held by thel
bandits include: J. E. Powell. L. CJ
solomon, Major Pinger and som
Major Allen and son; William
Smith, Leon Friedman, V. Bfmbe.
Emile Gensberger, Theodore Sap
here. Chevalier Mussc.s
The above list names only tweire
captiyes, but a telegram received
from Max Friedman ar Lenchlng.
Brother Of Leon. one OF the prison
ers, says that fourteen still are in
the hands Of the bandits and fhau
negotiations are proceeding for
their release. FriediEan's telegraisi
added: The outlook is favoran.s
The American Ghamber OF Coin-
reree OF Shanghai today cahiee !
vigorous resolution 10 the state de-
partment at Washington through
the American legation ~ Peking.
The chamber is sending DR.. J. A.
Smell OF the Southern Methodist
Mission 10 Suchow with supplies.
hoping the bandits VIII permit. slin
10 pass their lines erd minister 10
their y 'i-tners.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09
Snow at Buffalo Today


BUFFALO, n. Y. May 9-For the
first time in nearly a score of years
the Great Lakes region was covered
today by May snowstorm. The fall
was heavy, but the temperature was
slightly above the freezing point and
much of the snow melted as rapidly
as it fell. The cold wave will last
at least forty-eight hours, the wealth
er bureau predicted, and thermome-
ters will register below the freezing
point tonight.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09
REFUSE PEACE TERMS

DUBLIN, May (By The Asso-
oiated Press) The Irish Free State
government has refused the peace
terms of Eamon De Valera and has
declined to communicate further
with the Republican leader.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09
Sale of Real
Estate

Mrs. Minnie Kramer viii sell
TO the highest bidder the foi-
lowing properties: 3ii-34@
Madison Avenue. fTj fayefte
Street. 37O-372 Ssste Street.
The Ma ison Avenue and fa-
yette Street property viii be
sold either Jointly or separately.
Sealed bids viii be- received aF
the Office of Margaretten &
Lobel. Inc. ON or before 3 r. ~.
May goth, 1928.
The owner reserves tho right
to reject any or all bids.
For terms and further infor-
nation inquire AT the office OF
Margaretten q Lobel, Inc. Rari-
tan Building.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09
Fraud Orders Issued

WASHINGTON, May "a fraud
orde was issued by Postmaster
General today against the Pilrim
Oil Company. and several individ-
ua,i at Fort Worth, Texas.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09

The Chevrolet-Power. Quality. Econ
omy Durability. Jefferson Motors. Inc,
Phone is b-9-tf"
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09

WAIT-Euis W at Tottenville May sth,
II years. Funeral from the home Of his
daughter, Mrs. Henry c. Elfers, 1872
Amboy Road, Tottenville, Friday P. NJ.
NJ. Interment Alpine Cemetery. Perth
Amboy 2453l-5-s-lts
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09
$500 BUYS $4,000

Twin Screw Ocean Going Cape
Cod Cat Boat; % #. x IL #. K 8
ft. Good as new. Box "a, Care
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09

Maxwell" the car for Pep. Service
and Economy. Stllwell Sells Them. Tel.
2275. Middlesex Motors. Inc.
24073-4-26-12t'
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09
100 Ways
To Make Money
By BILLY WINNER
III Owned a Garage

IL L Owned a Garage
7 OTIS and lots of people want
to rent automobiles for the
IL day or afternoon. Many
more want to buy new or sec
. sond- hand cars. If l owned a
garage | wouldn't wait for these
people to come to me and tell
me of their wants, | wouldn't
wait for my competitor to go to
them. I'd go to them myself.
I'd tel Them about the fine
buvs I had, about the various
cars l had for rent, about the
accessories and tires, | had for
sale. I'd let these people know
through the Want Ads of the
Evening News that could give
them better service and better
merchandise. 1 wouldn't skimp
on space either, but would list
what l had to offer in type large
enough to attract the eye of
every reader of the Want Ad
Section.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09

See us for lawn seed and fertilizer.
Kelly & McAlinden Co. 24465--5-S-2t'
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09

We wish to extend our sincere thanks
TO our relatives friends and neighbors for
their kind sympathy shown US in our re-
cent bereavement of the loss of our dear
wife and mother and for the beautiful
floral tributes
we also wish TO thank Rev. r. Schlotter
for his comforting words and Ole N. Ole
sen, Undertaken for satisfactory services
John J. PETERSON AND FAMILY.
94534-5-9-1tS
Mortgage money available for immedi-
ate use Boynton Brothers & company
~ smith street, Perth Amboy, N. j.
a43S7-5-5-12tS
Extfa large shipment of baby chicks
lust received; can fll back orders' He5iy ~.
& McAliuden Co. 14aoo-o-e-"t-
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09

The Chevrolet-Power. Quality, Econ
omy Durability. Jefferson Motors. Inc
Phone is 5-s-tt'
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09

PEKING. May CBy The Assoc
ciated Press While the coverH-l
ment issued orders this morning TO
The foreign commissioner Of Shan-|
tung Province 10 comply with ali
the demands of the Suchow trairl
bandits. who have been holding for.
ransom number Of Americans and
other foreigners. diplomatic circles.
were not optimistic over the PROSE
pect for an early release OF fh5l
captiVes.
The foreign minister expressed
the opinion that the Chinese cahInst
was willing to paw the necessarv.
ransom. but pointed out that tbs
miitarists OF China probably would
intervene and insist on continuing
operations against the bandits. Tks
ministers fear that the efforts 10.
rescue the prisoners viii only En-i
danger them further and proiens
the affair.
Yesterday afternoon the represen-
tatives Of foreign governments I'M
terrupting cabinet meeting, iln@
pressed on Premier Chang Shao-
Tsens and his ministers the serious-'
ness of the situation and the i'm
peratiYe need for action.
Lists OF foreigners held Or re
leased still were conflicting and IN
complete today. Six women, seven
men and one boy were known Is
have escaped or been released. From
the best available information
appeared that thirteen American
still were held.
While the names of Mrs. Sandar-
son. Mrs. E. f. Fleming and Miss
Virginia Aud appear on most Of she
lists there is some question whetner
Continued on psga twot
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09

All breeds of good healthy baby chicks
Kelly &c MeAlinden Co. 2446b~-5-s-2t'
Perth Amboy evening news., 1923-05-09
RAILROAD man IS KILLED BY Central TRAI
WEATHER

Clou dy and
cooler; probably
local rain tonight:
Thursday general
ly fair; fresh TO
strong west and
northwest winds.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MISS MARY BRYAN BECOMES
BRIDE OF DR. WYNN

One of the prettiest of the June
church weddings was that of Miss
Mary Bryan and Dr. Lochlin Minor
VIM, which was solemnized by the
brides father, Or. James A. Bryan,
at the Third Presbyterian church on
Thursday morning at 1870 o'clock.
Palms. ferns and baskets of gladioli
were artistically arranged around
the chancel.
Just before the ceremony, Thomas
Bryan, brother of the bride, sang
Bridal Dawn" and 20 Promise Me-"
accompanied by Mrs. Moran, who also
played the wedding march.
j. B. Scott of Decatur, Ca. James
Bryan, Augustine Bryan and Harry
Bryan served as ushers. They en-
man, Mr.. Whitfield Clark of Annis-
ton, and the bridesmaid, Miss Mamie
Lee VIM of Clayton. Miss Winn
wore a charming dress of tan crepe
de chine, with a large blue straw
hat. and carried an arm bouquet of
Russell roses.
The maid of honor, Miss Roberta
Morgan OF Heflin, Ala, wore blue
crepe romaine with a hat of green
straw and carried yellow roses.
Just preceding the bride came the
little flower girls, Marjorie Hopping
and Elizabeth Cooke in pink accor
dion pleated georgette, carrying bas-
kets of rose petals.
The bride entered with her brother,
Mr.. John Edward Bryan. Her we'd
ding dress was of navy blue crepe
romaine trimmed with gray, and she
carried an arm bouquet of orchids
and brides roses. They were met
at the altar by the groom, DR.. Loeb
lin Minor VIM, and his father, DIR. ].
J. VIM of Clayton, who served as
best man. There in an impressive
service the marriage vows were
taken.
DIR. and Mrs. VIM left immediately
for trip to Denver, Yellowstone
Park and other points of interest in
the west.
After July 10, they will be at home
az the residence of Mr.. and Mrs.
fiehry HOWE on Waucoma street.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MRS. SMITH HOSTESS TO
TUESDAY BRIDGE CLUB

The members of the Tuesday
Bridge-Luncheon club met this week
at the home of Mrs. Hughes Smith
for the regular meeting.
The tables were prettily decorated
with bowls of sweet peas.
After delicious course luncheon
bridge was played, Mrs. Wayland
Jones winning the prize for the
highest score.
Besides the regular members the
following visitors were present: Mrs.
Ben Walker and Miss Gladys Wat
lingtOn.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
Birmingham Responds
Literally To
Flag Sale

The results of the flag sale which
was conducted yesterday by the
members of the General Sumter
Chapter. d. A. r.. proves that the
patriotic spirit of Birmingham Is
very much alive and flourishing AL
though a formal announcement of
the net sum realized has not yet
been made it will. amount to several
hundred dollars
The proceeds OF the sale will be
used in the constitution of the Kate
Duncan Smith d. A. r. school, which
will he erected at Grant, on Gunthers
Mountain. The school will be a re-
atty by this fall. as the committee
in charge are ready to receive bids
now,
A flag was raised with military
ceremonies yesterday morning at
Five Points, under the auspices of
the GeneSa1 Sumter Chapter, and in
charge of Sergeant STICKY, assisted
by several members of the national
guard.
outdoor celebration at Five Points.
An excellent program was well car
red out and included a salute to the
flag by Mrs. Hubert Scruggs, presi-
dent of the chapter.
Those participating in the sale of
y.
Estes. general chairman: J. F. Dona-
hoo, W. C. Lloyd. Robert Hayes. w.
Serrett, S. II. Gardner, Hubert
Scruggs, S. J. Johnson, w. H. Smith.
Dora c. Fell, Louis H. Dent, George
W. Wright, L. b. Hall, John Car
michael, F. E. Pou. B. f. Tyler, A. G..
Burgamey. e. A. Richey r. M. Mar
shall, ]. 2. Montgomery, C. C. Ellis.
John J. LePage: Misses Jennie Trim
BILE and Alma Burgamey. Other
workers We're: Misses Elwilda Nc
Donald, Elizabeth Gibson, Evelyn
Farley Anna Strainer Elsie Wood.
Margaret White. Julia Walpole, Ma
RE Moorman, Virginia Lovejoy,
Elizabeth Stevenson, Margaret
Greene. Katherine Leeper. Elizabeth
Berry, Kathryn Brown, Lucille
Monks. Miss Hall. Miss Sterrett, Mrs.
Agnes Carmichael. Mrs. McKennon.
Mrs. Fred J. Sheppard was chairman
of places; Mrs. Watt Grown, Mrs. c.
+. Carper and Mrs. Joseph r. Estes
had headquarters at tine Ham Shoe
store, where the General Sumter
chapter flag was displayed with the
Star Spangled Banner.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
CONSERVATORY FACULTY
IN RECITAL THIS EVENING.

The faculty OF the Birming CHAM
Conservatory of Music will appear in
recital at the Walker Memorial
church this evening at $50 o'clock.
The organ accomplishments will be
played by Mrs. Edna Gockel-Gussen
and Mrs. Carr C. r. Klenk will play
the violin oblgato.
Other members of the faculty who
will appear on the program are Addie
h. Kemp, Mildred FAIR. Ruth Y.
Chandler, Kate Smith, Celeste Poole
and Beatrice Tate Wright.
The rectal will be complimentary
and the public is invited.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MONTGOMERY GIRL BRINGS
MUSICAL HONOR TO STATE

In a contest where there were over
thousand competitors from all parts
of the nation. Miss Mary Frances
O'Connell, an Alabama girl, walked
off with the honors.
Miss O'Connell, who is the daughter
of John c. OConnell of Montgomery,
has just returned from New York
where the scholarship offered by the
Julliard Musical Foundation was
awarded to her.
The scholarship includes courses in
vocal music. French, Italian, German
and dramatic expression under the
best teachers in New York. Her vocal
teacher will be Estelle Liebling, the
coach of Freda Hemphill Rose Pom
selle and other Metropolitan artists,
an opera and concert singer of note
and former pupil of Blanche Mar
turn to New York in July to begin
her studies and will be quartered at
the Students club one block from
Central Park. Her roommate will be
Miss Margaret Frazier of Macon, Go.
whom Cali Curci sent to Miss Leib-
ling last winter. another highly prom
Using voice from the south
During her two weeks stay in New
York Miss O'Connell was given many
social attentions by friends of her
family. including lunch at the Army
and Navy club with Nine. Marisca
AiuIitIl VI tic metropolitan opera ana
an elaborate dinner at the home of
DR.. Miller Reese Hutchinson, also a
former Mobilian. in Orange, N. J. She
sang for several of the musiIll
leaders of New York and they were
all enthusiastic over her voice and
accorded her warm welcome. She
was invited to sing at the Ritz Carl
ton, by Lois Fox, with Vernon OAR
nell as accompanist, on a program
which contained the names Of some
of the best known theatrical enter
tainers in America. Miss Fox is one
of the idols of the American Legion
in New York as the partner of Elsie
Janis in providing entertainment for
the American troops in France dur
ing the World war and was PERSONAL
ly thanked by the President OF
France and the King of England for
her war work. She gave a studio
recital for the young singer. Miss
O'Connell, at which many distin-
guished people We're present.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
TAN-HELLENIC CLUB
ELECTS PRESIDENT

The second meeting of the newly
organized Pan-Hellenic club was
held Tuesday evening. at which time
James x. McNey was elected presi-
dent. The other officers will be
elected at the next meeting.
The Pan-Hellenic club, as its name
implies. is composed only of mem
bers in good standing of national
college fraternities. The representa-
tives from each fraternity are lin
tied to ten.
The members of the club are plan
ming a dance in the near future, and
invitations will soon be issued to a
number of the younger social set.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MISSES WOOD ENTERTAIN
WITH BRIDGE PARTY

Misses Mary Eva and Ellen Wood
delightfully."- entertained yesterday
afternoon with bridge party al
their home on Sycamore street, COM
plimentary to Miss Frances Dean OF
Knoxville, who is the guest of Miss
Charlotte Rushton.
From O'Clock until bridge was
the diversion, and at the latter hour
a dainty tea was served. The guests
were limited to the intimate friends
of the honoree.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MRS. ALEX TROY LONDON
SAILS FOR EUROPE

Mrs. Alex Troy London, accompa-
MED by her daughter, Mrs. Clifford
LeMar, sailed yesterday from New
York city for Europe. They will
tour the continent, stopping in Paris
for a visit with Mrs. London's daugh-
ter, formerly Mary Park London.
They will return to Birmingham in
the fall.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
PUPILS OF MUSIC ACADEMY
IN RECITAL.

Miss Daisy w. Howley, director of
the Academy of Music, presented a
number of her pupils in a piano reci-
tai last evening at o'clock at the
academy. Those taking part were:
Misses Lillian zingeser. Annie Ker-
ner, Vivian Kerner and Mary Ade-
laide Fariss.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
SALTER CHAPTER HONORED
BY WORTHY PATRON.

The officers and officers pro tenn of
Saiter chapter No. 81, o. E. S., were
guests at Lyric party Wednesday
eVenihg When the worthy patron,
Clark Williams, was host.
After the program at the theater,
the guests We're served an ice course
at the Martha Washington shop. A
large basket of sweet peas tied with
tulle formed the centerpiece for the
table. The covers were marked with
cards and miniature candles.
Several toasts were responded to
during the evening.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MRS. TORRANCE ENTERTAINS
WITH INFORMAL TEA

AS a pleasing compliment to her
niece, Miss Eliza CASTOR Moore. of
Taylorsville. N. c.. Mrs. CASTOR Tor
rance entertained with an informal
tea yesterday afternoon at her home
in Mountain Terrace
Pink roses Were used in profusion
about the rooms, carrying out a color
scheme of pink and white. At
o'clock a delectable ice course was
served. The guests were limited to
the members of the younger social
Get
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
VISITORS HONORED WITH
AFTERNOON TEA

Complimenting Miss Frances Dean
of Knoxville, Miss Mary Temple
Meacham of Petersburg, Va, guests
OF Miss Charlotte Rushton, and Miss
Virginia Beymer of Chicago, the
guest of Miss Bingham Oliver. Miss
Myra Belle Pope will entertain with
a tea this afternoon at o'clock at
her home on Crescent avenue.
The receiving line will include
Misses Amy Young. Frances Dean,
Mary Temple Meacham, Virginia
Beginner, Charlotte Rushton. Bingham
oliver. Augusta Smith and Myra
Belle Pope.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MRS. WILDSMITH HONORS
MISS GAINES, BRIDE-ELECT

Miss Elizabeth Gaines was honoree
at miscellaneous shower on We'd
nesday. when Mrs. Fred Wildsmith
entertained, having about 40 guests.
As the guests arrived they were
received by the hostess and served
punch by Misses Sidney Brewer, La
rose oliver, Virginia Ellis and La
dore Vice.
pleasing program consisted of
piano solos by Misses Myrtle Jones,
Florrie Webb and Mildred Basenberg
and readings by Mrs. Robert Green
and Mrs. Atkinson.
The gifts We're brought in in a
prettily decorated wagon by little
Mary Elizabeth Vann and Edward
'Wildsmith.
Delicious ices and individual cakes
were served at the close of the pro-
gram.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15

SOCIETY GIRL CHOOSES CAREER-When Marienne
Risdon, society girl of Houston Tex played in an
amateur theatrical in her home town. she did not know
that in the audience was the manager of asar cast
Yet such there watching her work, and in it
he much PROMISE with the result that he made her an
offer Miss Rson will make her initial appearance the
professional stage in Birmingham this week.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MRS. YANDLE GIVES
FEATURE LUNCHEON.

Mrs. c. b. Yandle, retiring pres
ident of the Woman's club in Wood
lawn, will entertain the members at
d feature luncheon today at the
Woodlawn city hall. A novel pro-
gram has been arranged and many
surprise features Will add to the
pleasure of the guests.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
ATLANTA SINGER AT
WEST WOODIAWN CHIfRCH

The program announced for We'd
nesday evening at the West Wood
lawn Methodist church by C. r. Null
Inns, a well-known singer of Atlanta
has been postponed until this eve
ming. The program will be free to
the public, and everyone is cordially
invited.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
LUNCHEON At SOUTHERN
CLJJB FOR MRS SARCENT

A pretty luncheon at the Southern
club on Wednesday was that given
by Mrs. G. d. Marable in honor of her
mother Mrs. j. T. Sargent
Covers were laid for the following;
Mesdames w. T. Eason, S. Z. Cox. ].
T. Sargent, F. w. McMolin, D. F.
Alexander, ]. d. Poole, G. D. Mara
BILE and J. c. Thompson.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
HANDKERCHIEF SHOWER
FOR RRIDE-ELECT

Miss Lillys Rocket, bride-clect,
was honoree at handkerchief
shower given Thursday afternoon. by
the members of the Junior Christian
Endeavor of the Inglenook Fresby
terrain church.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MRS. M'KINNEY'S SHOWER
FOR MISS ROCkETT

As compliment to Miss Lillys
Rocket, a bride elect, Mrs. A. D. Nc
Kinney will entertain at a gift
shower on Saturday afternoon from
3 to o'clock at her home in Ingle-
nook
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
GLEE CLUB PICNIC
POSTPONED

Mrs. Mary Digger Morris, director
of the glee club of the Shades
Cahaba High school, announces that
the club picnic scheduled for Satur-
day, June l6, has been postponed un-
til Saturday, June %.
The hours will be from l until Z
o'clock at Edgewood park, and all
members are urged to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
SHOWER FOR MISS WIssINGEn,
BRIDE-ELECT

Mrs. C. NJ. Lane Is entertaining
this afternoon with a miscellaneous
shower. from to o'clock, in honor
of Miss Mary Wissinger, a BRIDE
elect,
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15

PARIS Franeolnuxs entire frock of black flat foil
The
front of the skirt
Figured COOL nonchaant figure against white
Moyneuxs choice
the rosete that hold it. the
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
LYRIC PARTY FOR VISITORS
FROM ALBANY

AS compliment to two visttore
from Albany, Misses Emily Lyle ana
Frances Blackwell, who are the mouse
guests of Miss Dale Warren, MISS
Laura Fowlkes entertained with
Lyric party on Thursday afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15

Save all the empty spools. They
will make handy pegs for the vaca-
ton camp or bungalow-much bet
ter than nails or hooks that are apt
to tear towels and clothing.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
LUNCHEON AT WOODWARD
COLE CLIB

The directors of the Woodward
Iron company enjoyed a luncheon at
the Woodward Golf club Monday at
l o'clock. Covers were laid for IL
guests.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-06-15
MRS. AsKEw HONOREE
AT AFTERNOON TEA

Mrs. Harley Askew of Clarksviile,
Tenn. will be the honor guest this
afternoon when Mrs. T. T.. Ashford
entertains with tea at her home
on Thirteenth avenue, south.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1923-09-08
A|RPLANE FARLEY
TOSAVE us. WOOD
American Spruce Now Used
in Europe, Scion
Writes,

Nations of Europe are exhausting
Americas supply of spruce timber
the only. material available in this
country for construction of airplanes,
Representative Elton Watkins of Port
land, Ore, has stated in a letter to
American Legion national headquar-
ters, indorsing the Legion's efforts
to obtain convocation of an interna-
tional air disarmament conference.
Representative Watkins wrote that
the international gathering is neces-
sary mot only for protection from
immediate war but from the stand
point of preservation of our only
available material in cases of future
necessity"
1.-THE only material for the making
of aircraft ornaments in the United
States Is to oe found in the States of
Oregon and Washington he remind
ed.
cit requires from 800 to 500 years
to grow this material and at the pres
ent time the supply Is being cut and
exported to foreign Countries
Representative Watkins urged in