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New Britain herald., 1924-03-26

Washington, March 26.-A hint of an oil deal in which five men made sSS.oo0,ooo," in the fall of 1922. was brought before the Daugherty inves- tigating committee today by Roxie Stinson, divorced wife Of the attorney generals friend and political lieuten- ant, Jess ". Smith.
 The witness said smith had told her of such a transaction and that she understood if had to do with stock in the Sinclair interests which on April z. 1929, leased Teapot Dome. She added that Smith had said hs and the attorney general were sore" because the men who made the money were friends of theirs, but had not let them in on the deal. She could not name them.
 The fitting reference to the sss.- o00,0 900 affair was made in the midst Of Il session with otherwise had lacked much of the momentum of Miss stinson's previous appearances as star witness in tho inquiry. Senator Wheeler. Of Montana, the committee prosecutor. was kept at homo with a cold and inc examina. ton for the most part proceeded quite peacefully.
 Relieves sIGi,h a suicide. The witness said at the outset that she wished to disclaim any previous intimations in the testimony that she had thought Smith mot his death hv any hand except his own. She was convinced he killed himself, she said. but believed Mir Daugherty "mor- ally responsible" for his dciermina- ton 10 kill himself.
 When he came 10 Washington. Miss stinson said. smith was worth some sl3G.o00, but when he was found dead in the attorney generals apartment last Memorial day. an inventory of his property showed 2 total valuation of s2i4.Ooo. Asked whether she thought there were other items omitted from the inVen- tory she said she would rather not reply.
 She replied in the negative when asked by Senator Ashurst. democrat, Arizona. whether she knew that a note was found in smiths pockef after his death and never was turned over 10 inc authorities.
 A good part Of the session was taken up with the reading Of iei- iers Smith had written her on the attorney generals department of justice stationery. They referred largely to personal matters.
 Heads Teapot Evidence.
 Before the questioning or Miss Stluson began today. Senator ashurst democrat, Arizona. read into the rec- ord Of transcript Of testimony put before he oil committee. having to do with stock purchases Of Daurherty and Smith. The stock accounts were under the name of w. ". Spaid." of
New Britain herald., 1924-03-26
LONDON WOOL AI11InN

London. March 26.-The offerings at the wool auction today amounted to i2.9O3 bales. There was a strong demand from home and continental buyers on the hasis of recent values. The bulk Of the offerings was cleared.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-26
MlLI.ltRAND REQUESTS
 POlSCtRE TO REMAIN

Paris, March eG. -- President Mlllerand Asked M. Poincare tu continue as premier when he re eeired him at Elysee palace thi, afternoon.
 M. Poincare said he would. make his decision about retain, ing his office tomorrow.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-26
500 HOUSES BURNED

tsE Tue Astneiated Press.
 TOkio. March 26. Six hundred houses were burned today in fire wilich swept Koshigaya. suburb Of Tokio. Twenty persons were injured. Three thousand are homeless
New Britain herald., 1924-03-26
MANY WANT TO DRIVE

There were IS applicants for li- censes 10 operate automobiles ex- emineJ up to noon today ny State Pstrolman g. T. Netcalf. The num- isr is record for this year.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-26
THE WEATHER

Hartford. Mar. 2es-Forecast for New Britain and vicinity: Rain, possibly turning to snow late this afternoon or tonight. Thursday clearing: somewhat warmer.
New Britain herald., 1924-03-26
Tour Vessels Seized,

New London, March 26..--Four tes- sels only one Of which yielded any amount Of contraband. have been seized by the coast guard cutter Sem
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New Britain herald., 1924-03-26
pOLNCARE AND HIS CABINET
 RESIGN ON EVE OF DAWES'
 ETA 7EMENT ON REPARA TONS
Effect Of Ministry's Overthrow On Ad- justment Oi German Payment Of War Debts Is Problemati- .al.

Vote of Confidence, on Un. important Issue, Is Lost By Narrow Margin of Seven--Premier Refuses to Remain.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
The Yell Dressed Man
 By BEAUNASH Correct Clothes To Meet The Obligation of EUery Occasion
Fashions l, m Flannels
LONG 6efore knieEers were seen {

lONG before knickers were seen on
 every hand, or rather leg fan nel trousers were one-and-invisible with summer comfort. Their vogue con- tinues to survive all the see-saws and somersaults of style. During many years the blue serge double-breasted coat and white flannel trousers, plain colored or striped, were regarded as the correct combination. Today however, blue has been superseded to large de- gree by other colors-brown, green, gray, as well as heather-hued inter mixtures, and instead of serge coats more flannels, gabardines, worsteds and roughish fabrics generally are to be met. Moreover, gray flannel trousers, a revived development of fashion, are also edging into use.
 No hot-weather wardrobe may count itself complete without several pairs of flannel trousers. Even if no color than others, they look cooker and are properly worn with almost any type of coat, plain-baek, half-belted or slight ly pleated. Though white or cream colored flannels have been favored by some tennis players for many years. white duck is a more suitable material for this game, and its vogue is on the spread. A
 The 1924 flannel trousers are cut wider and straighter than heretofore, and are always finished with turn-ups, as shown in the accompanying sketch. The belts of glazed white leather, for merly in fashion, made the wearer ap- pear too dressed up" at sports. Hence,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

not had a good nights sleep in two years and he has more millions than the Society of Artists and Illustra tors has pecil stubs. He has even a few good friends who are very fond of him. The perfect model of a millionaire.
 Stefanson. the Arctic explorer. passed through here not long ago. One of his mots is still remembered. He has been introduced to a very beautiful showgirl who has a local reputation for stu pidity.
 Wonderful :" said StefansOn. pas sionately. Marvellous! The most su- perb creature have ever known"
 But" ventured wondering friend. isn't she rather thick:"
 "No," said Stefanson. No. I'll never believe that. No human being could be as dumb as she seems to be-
 Some optimist said the other day that New York's slums have disappear ed. Read this from John S. Marshall
 "On the brightest days the sunlight dirty thoroughfare of Allen street. which is shrouded in everlasting gloom. The large number of deformed and ciShly tniiuASb pcdis NilucSS Oo tHe ei- feet of living in such surroundings. To enter Allen street is to throw one into the deepest despair, and to leave the street makes one feel one has been re- leased from a place of imprisonment" :"
 Yet it was only this morning that I noticed this advertisement on the boarding surrounding an excavation on upper Fifth avenue, where a new apart ment house is being built: Apart ment rentals from 5000 to SS7. 900
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
Easy To Clean Your Panama
 Hat Well

TT is time to get out that Panama hat
 and clean it. You can do 1t easily
 In basin sufficiently deep to in merse the hat. make a suds with son good white soap and hot water; genu rub the hat inside and outside with u. suds. using a nail brush and frequent dip the hat under the water. Loo carefully for spots and when the ha is clean rinse it in fresh water to which you have added ammonia-about a tablespoonful to each gallon of water. This will do considerable in the bleach ing process. Rinse until all the suds are removed.
 In the next two rinsing waters put glycerine, using one tablespoonful of glycerine to each quart of water. This, will make the hat supple and give the desired gloss. Dip the hat upward and downward in this mixture, then pour some of the glycerine water over it. All the water used should be of the same temperature.
 Fold Turkish towel. lay the hat on it and place it in the direct sun light. which should be very strong. Mould the hat into shape with the fin gers; when nearly dry turn it so the sun can play on all parts of the hat. When perfectly dry the hat will look like new.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
Hearts of Too
CHAPTER 14e

CHAPTER 146
 TVHE great clock in the hall down.
 stairs struck two. The sound
 reverberated through the silent house.
 Lois turned on her pillow with a low moan. The more she thought, the more distressed she became. She had tried to face facts, but this only made mat ters worse. She recalled certain sen- tences spoken by Harold Sumner. These added consternation to her fears.
 She pictured herself explaining to him that she had promised Marian never to discuss her affairs with any, one-even with him-and that, there fore, it would have been dishonorable for her to tell him that her sister was employed at DeLisles. But in fancy she could hear him repeat his phrase of little more than twenty-four hours ago-"There are promises that are bet ter broken than kept"
 Next she planned to excuse her si- lence on the ground of her ignorance that the suspected resort was. DeLisle's. But in return he could remind her that he had informed her that the place to be raided was run by Frenchman-a recent importation to Fairtown, This in itself must have given her an idea that DeLisle was the suspect.
 He might even chide her for not hay ing put Marian on her guard He might think that it would have been simple enough for her to tell her sister that for reasons impossible to divulge at the moment it was unsafe for her to keep her dancing engagement for that evening. She could have assured Ma risn that on the. following day she Lois-would be at liberty to explain her seemingly inexplicable warning.
 How she wished now she had uttered some word of caution-no matter how obscure and incomprehensible it might have been! Had she done this she could
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

have played with me. Now the game is ended.
 II have not the slightest intention of taking you to the Casino. I have deliberately arranged that we shall be alone and undisturbed. 1 want you to realize that, and understand it. This is no impulse of moment, but a thing planned carefully, and with full regard for any consequences. Only" eyeing her carefully-"I don't think there will he any consequences. Because La Pha- lene has a reputation"
 The air of the room was suddenly stifling. She turned to the door and ran. He was before her, with his back to the door, smiling
 Not yet" he said quietly. CHAPTER 6O-THE BEGINNING
 OF IT
 Down at the Casino Lolette and Brunei waited.
 The time at which Mordac had said he, with Kendrick and Elise, would come along, passed. It was a quarter of an hour afterwards that Lolette be- gan to grow suspicious.
 She said: They are late"
 ''Yes." Brunei did not appreciate the inflexion in her voice.
 Five minutes more dragged by.
 There is something wrong" she said quietly. Something wrong. That Nor dac is dirty dog and liar. I am going to telephone to the Paris hotel"
 While she telephoned Brunei did curious thing. He hurried outside and told them to fill the tank of his great car to the brim with petrol, and to throw aboard several spare tins; also he told his chauffeur he need not wait, and questioned him as to the oiling and greasing of the car. The fact that the man repliedz that the car was oiled and greased for. any length of journey seemed to satisfy him immensely.
 By the time he got back Lolette was waiting for him.
 "She left the Paris alone. That Ken drick-he has never been there for her. Mordac lied. So then she went to but one place--~to Mordac's house."
 Brunei stared at her. Mordac had tricked them both.
 Lolette went on: Well! Why do you stand there like a great fool? Get your car! Hurry!"
 She clutched his arm and literally forced him towards the exit.
 A man brushed past them-going in. Brunei gasped. "Kendrick P
 As Kendrick half turned LOlette urg- ed Brunei still forward.
 Think of her at Mordac's!"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
Prizes F or Bridge
 Luncheon

The Woman's Democratic clubs are making elaborate plans for the lunch con, bridge and nah jong party to be given at the home of Mrs. c. T. May field on Cliff Road Saturday. The pro- ceeds from the party will go from the local club as it's contribution for the presidential fund and will be sent to the woman's national headquarters in Washington, D. c.
 Mrs. Charles W. Spangler, chairman of the prizes, has announced that among the many beautiful and expensive prizes that have been donated is an artistic tapestry, a lovely floor lamp, embroid- cred table runners and numerous other articles that any one would be charmed to possess.
 Luncheon will be served at 1 o'clock and those that desire may attend only the luncheon or may arrive later in the afternoon and enjoy a game of bridge or nah jong.
 Among the latest reservations are Mrs. E. K. Austin, Mrs. H. E. Bennett, Mrs. NJ. NJ. Johnston, Mrs. Earle Pet tus. Mrs. Angus Taylor and Mrs. Mar garet Coleman. The public is invited 'and lovely party is anticipated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Une Mother Says:
 One day I told my little boy that because he had waited a half hour to come in after I had called him. he must go to bed a half hour sooner. That night friends came in whom I particu- larly wanted the child to see. and, against my better judgment. he was allowed to come down. A few other incidents like this have taught that. while a child should not be punished in the heat of anger, the punishment should follow the fault closely.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
Random Notes

Miss Mary Eddins Ansley left Tues day for Memphis to attend the Confed- crate reunion as maid of honor for Camp Wilcox. Later she will visit friends for several days before returning home
 Mfr. and Mrs. Hollis, Mir. NJ. B. Vim son and Miss Alma Clements have re- turned from a short visit to MT. and Mrs. Festus Bridges in Tuscaloosa.
 The many friends of Frank Majors, Jr., will be delighted to know that he is conyalescing from an illness at St. vincents hospital.
 Miss Mary Hansel Shook returned yesterday afternoon from Spence school, where she has been student for the winter.
 Miss Louisa Gibson of New York city is visiting her parents, Mir. and Mrs. George A. Gibson, for two weeks.
 Miss Lucy Eastwood returned yester- day afternoon from New York, where she has been attending the Spence school. .,'
 Miss Anne Catherine Arnold is home from Beachwood school to spend the summer with her parents, Mir. and Mrs J. c. Arnold. She was accompanied home by her classmate, Miss Sarah Lightcap, of Latrobe, Pa, who will be her guest.
 Miss Carolyn Odessa Jones has gone to Nashville where she will be a guest at the dances of Vanderbilt university She will. return Sunday, accompanied by her brother, Richard, who is a stu dent at Vanderbilt.
 Mrs. R. J. Jones and Miss Caro- lyn Odessa Jones have returned from q visit to Mrs. R. J. Bearden in Selma.
 Mrs. A. J. Odon left yesterday for Chicago to attend the graduation of her daughter. Miss Pearl Bell, from the University of Chicago. Mir. Odon will join them later.
 Mrs. Levert Coleman of Huntsville, Ala, is spending a few days in Bir- mingham before going to Nashville, Tenn, for visit.
 Mrs. Frank, Rushton, Miss Mary Rushton and Miss Charlotte Rushton have returned from Lowell, Mass, where Miss Charlotte Rushton graduated from Rogers Hall recently.
 Miss Dorothy Bowron and Miss Eliza beth Ransom are visiting Miss Mary Evelyn Arnold in Anniston.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
THE CITY WINDOW BOX

One need not have a garden to enjoy the beauty and fragrance of spring flowers. for narrow rack of black wicker holds four flower pots painted brilliant orange. Single pots are en- closed in wicker holders painted in gay flower designs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
Manhdttdn Days And Nights
6 By HERBERT COREY

NEW YORK, June 4Never before has Hall trouble It has been blackguarded lawed bombed scodd
 attacked its political and only The why is that there Halls the Hall which the big politicians pum looks after devils to and the paid bath is in votes andlo
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

per annum. With from three to nine baths.
 It is the number of baths that fixes the rental on Fifth avenue. And in a way. they fix the rental also on Allen street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

belts of white webbing with tan trim mings are preferred this season.
 Besides the plain-colored flannel trousers, there are those with con- trasting hairline stripes of black, green, brown and so on, narrow or broad 1; single or double, as we'll as chalkline, pencil and pastel stripes. These have a crisper character than the solid shade materials and the stripes in the trousers can be made to tally with the color of the coat, always spruce touch. White and striped flannels are often termed Cricket cloth," because they have long been the favorite over ocean for this game with bat, ball and wicket in which the English excel. Even the finest of flannels are prone to tighten up when dry-cleaned, so that too much should not be expected of this fabric. Naturally, the quality is governed by the price. If you fancy a more decora- tive touch, the waistband of flannel trousers may be pleated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

have reminded her sister of her effort and could have told Sumner that she had done her best to keep the dancer at home. Marian could not have denied it, Now Marian could say truthfully that she had received no intimation of the danger of possible arrest.
 (To Be Continued)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Fascinating curtains for the cottage nursery are made of blue linen or cham bray, with adorable little patchwork figures of plain and checked gingham. These motifs decorate the center of a valance and the ends of sash curtains.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

But Tammany today is in serious trouble.
 / It has no leader. As 1 write this it has not been able to pick A leader. The significant thing is that never be- fore did it pick leader. Or. for that matter, formally name a leader. Its bosses have been men of might, shoul- der-hitters, deep thinkers, taciturn, dangerous. They were Tammany's lead CTS because Tammany had no course but to follow. No one dared stand up against them. Tammany didn't elect them. They, took Tammany.
 A real leader of Tammany will ap- pear again, no doubt. When he comes he'll kick down the door.
 I'm for Dan Reid, the tin plate king. He fills every specification of the fic- tion writer's ideal of millionaire. He came in from a European tour the other day
 Surrounded by a corps of four per sonal attendants" said the Ship News men. Every one of them a retired prize fighter. All very husky"
 He had valet and a physician and q barber and a private secretary and a Pekinese dog. He smoked twenty to thirty black cigars a day as he sat in a high-backed chair, with his courtiers and Mamelukes around him. He has
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
GLASS ROSETTES

From Venice come stunning rosettes made of ruby tinted or mulberry glass. These have long screws and are in- tended to hold the cords that keep the folds of window draperies in place.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
LARGE BAGS THE SMARTEsT

An exceedingly smart envelope bag is of black silk covered with an in- tricate design of tiny steel beads. It is almost a square in shape and very large,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

THE VOGUE OF RED AND WHITE
 In keeping with the vogue for red and white are clever little sport hats of white felt trimmed with red ribbon or with narrow brim of red crepe de chine or taffeta.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
AND ,TNEXPENSTVE

hCOET IIAbLE AIND 'INEAHENDI
 A gift that any housewife will well come is a salad bowl of orange or peacock blue lustre with a spoon and fork to match. These are very reason able and exceptionally handsome.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Bran Tn mullins or raisin bread? I gives a delicious nut-like flavor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

POPULAR COLOR SCHEME
 Bright red used alone. or red and white combined are conspicuously fea- tured in the modes of early summer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05
FOR THE SUMMER NURSERY

Tomorrow: Lapierre's Last, Stake.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Mrs. Frank, Rushton, Miss Mary Rushton and Miss Charlotte Rushton have returned from Lowell, Mass, where Miss Charlotte Rushton graduated from Rogers Hall recently.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Mrs. Levert Coleman of Huntsville, Ala, is spending a few days in Bir- mingham before going to Nashville, Tenn, for a visit. ...
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Miss Dorothy Bowron and Miss Eliza beth Ransom are visiting Miss Mary Evelyn Arnold in Anniston.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

CHAPTEK 14B THE great clock in the hall down. stairs struck two. The sound reverberated through the silent
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Mrs. A. J. Odon left yesterday for Chicago to attend the graduation of her daughter. Miss Pearl Bell, from the University of Chicago. Mir. Odon will join them later.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Mrs. R. J. Jones and Miss Caro- lyn Odessa Jones have returned from visit to Mrs. R: J. Bearden in Selma.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1924-06-05

Miss Carolyn Odessa Jones has gone to Nashville where she will be a guest at the dances of Vanderbilt university She will. return Sunday, Accompanied by her brother, Richard, who is a stu dent at Vanderbilt.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1924-10-03
Secret From Dad

Dear Miss Lee: I am girl almost 16
years old and am in my second year at
high school. This summer | met boy
and had few dates with him. Now we
are apart, but We exchange letters. Ny
mother knows this, and. as he has visited
my house thinks he is nice.
My father does not know of this, and
we do not tell him because he is disagree
able and does not think things 1 do are
right.
I want to see him again, but I cannot
on accent of my father. What would
you advise me to do? TROUBLED.
Your mothers attitude, I'll confess,
interests me more than does your
dilemma. Neither of you is helping
matters by deceivng your father. In
stead, you are drawing farther away
from him.
You are only 15-young to be
thinking a great deal Of boys. Per
haps your father is the one who is
trying to keep you from growing up
too fast Give him the benefit of the
doubt, anyway. And try to win his
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES it, too-before
you take further steps.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1924-10-03
Girls Forgotten

Dear Miss Lee: l.. We are girls, 10
years old. juniors in high school. This
summer, while we were camping, we met
two boys. When we returned from camp.
we had two dates with them. They prom
ised to make another date by telephone,
but we never heard from them agaiit. AS
they were nice boys and we desire to keep
their friendship would it be wrong For us
to write them a note or call them up?
.. How many dates should girls 16 years
old have a week
g. How long before party should in
vitations be sent out?
BOB AND VI.
/. If the boys want any more
dates, they can call you, girls. There
is no reason why you should call
them.
2. Not more than two, in my
opinion.
3. Depends upon the kind Of party.
For a formal party, invitations
should be out about three weeks IN
advance. An informal party may be
gotten up on a few days notice.