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The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-12-11
WASHINGTON LETTER
Special to Sank Centre Herald)

Washington, Dec. 10-Ostensibly,
Congress is providing the nation with
a pleasant surprise. 1t has, to all
appearances, buckld down to work !.
However, books should not be judged
according to their covers. A casual
survey of the first weeks doings
would indicate that the elections had
a Christening effect and great things
could be reasonably expected. That
is the picture the world views today.
Behind the scenes, in official Wash
ington, conditions are decidedly diff.
ferent.
1t is true that the elections brought
out the political trimmers. Those
who strayed from the fold have been
humbled but not entirely subdued.
In the cloakrooms of the Senate and
House, where frank opinions are eX-
changed privately, the subject of en-
forcing party regularity is favorite
topic. Some honestly believe that
the removal of so-called insurgents
from majority posts on important
committees, will help the two princi-
pal parties. Others are convinced
that the Punishment of Senator La
Toilette and his friends from party
councils was a grave political error.
1t is predicted that this public ostra-
cism of the several Senators and
congressman will pave the way for a
legislative crisis after the holidays.
The tangle may come when votes are
required to pass the various appro-
priation bills.
Congress has been peaceful for a
oil nj i
cal prophets say it foreshadows a
snarl during the closing hours. If the
malcontents, and they are quite num-
erous in the present body, become ex-
asperated at the punishment meted
out for their political .transgressions,
it is barely possible that they will
seek revenge at a crucial hour. The
appropriations bills, providing bill
lions for the operation of the FEEDER
al Government, must be enacted int.
law before March A when the present
session ends. Unless the majority can
make the so-called "rebels" tracable
by that date, an exit session will be
required. And, the President does
not favor the proposal to call anoth-
er session in the spring.
Even the REGULARS" among the Re
publicans and Democrats are not in
harmony on major matters. While
apparently united on the proposition
that expulsion was necessary for
party discipline, some ill feeling has
developed because of committee as
signments and patronage. Long
ago, sage said that man is so con-
situated that he detests whoever does
not resemble him, or whoever refuses
to share his political passions. Condi-
tions have not changed. The average
legislator here today is fond of say
ing that the end justifies the means.
His color rises, however when a
colleague is elevted to a higher post.
1t is amusing at times to note legis-
lator struggling between party needs
and personal gain. Yet it is an or
binary event which leaves its mark
on law-making in Washington.
A week has passed and there is no
evidence of the Congressional inves-
tigation mania returning to plague
the country. Only one official in
quiry is now on the boards. Senator
James Couzens, Republican of Michi-
gan, is continuing his probe of the
Bureau of Internal Revenue and the
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-12-11
New York Court Puts
Curb on Mother-in-Law

, White Plains, N. Y.-Supreme
Court Justice A. 81. F. Seeger
here signed an order restraining
Mrs. Ida X. Greenwood OF
. Mount Vernon from interfering
with her son-in-law, Ferdinand
; Hoffman, in his attempts to see
his three children and also re-
straining her from crossing the
, street in front of her home in
Mount Vernon to the homes OF
HOffman's sisters and from talk
ing to them or to neighbors of
either regarding the marital af-
fairs of the Hoffmans.
) Hoffman in his complaint pc
tition said that his mOther-in-
) law did everything she could to
. keep the children from his sight.
"She is spluttering her mother
, in-law spite in Mount Vernon"
he said. Hoffman and his wife
) were recently estranged, but
have not been legally separated.
) Mrs. Hoffman lives with her
mother and the three Hoffman
; children, John, fourteen; Ed
ward, eight, and Anna, six years
old. Hoffman recently applied
. for writ of habeas corpus to
permit him to get the custody
. of the children, and Justice See
gers order made provision for
the father to see his children on
certain days of the week.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-12-11

do all we can to make the sports safe
for our children.
Where is the man or woman in
Sank Centre who will volunteer to
start this worthy action? 1t seems
to me there could be found a vacant
lot or lots where fine ice rink could
be arranged.
l hope to see this note in print and
if any questions are asked will an
swer and give any information posi-
BILE or help in any way | can.
From one who has the welfare and
safety of the young of our city at
heart.-A Subscriber.
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-12-11
Product of Evolution

An expedition to British Honduras
has brought back a pair of strange
animals that crawl along the ground
like alligatOrs, have the armOr Of tur-
ties and can spring six feet. 1t sounds
as though the perfect pedestrian had
been discovered at last.-London HUI
morist
The Sauk Centre herald. (Sauk Centre, Stearns County, Minn.) 1886-current, 1924-12-11
SCHOOL NOTES
Alma Forsberg-Editor
Junior High News

The Freshmen class will have a
Christmas party Saturday evening In
the Junior High Auditorium.
The grade children are learning
numerous Christmas songs.
Miss Rhebien spent the week end
in Long Praire as guest of her
sister.
William and Lewis Gall enrolled
in the First Grade on Monday.
The Normal Department is prac-
tice teaching in the Second Grade
this week.
The Third Grade is studying life in
Holland through the Dutch Twins
book.
Joseph Gall is new student in
the Third Grade.
The Grade children are making
Christmas decorations and posters.
The Junior High will give the fol-
Loving Christmas program next
week:
It came Upon the Midnight clear,
o Little Town of Bethlehem
By Junior High.
Reading he Christmas Sub
stitute" 49,. Georgia Brown
The Christmas Idea-Georgia Brown,
Helen Brown, Hazel Mortenson,
Dorothy Heraly and Lucille
Birdsell.
Reading "Deposed" Vivian Coons
Reading Billy PEBBLES Christ
mas" :. Ruth Benson
Christmas Dance-Vera Sparks
Merrill Forsberg, Corrins Coyle,
Franklin Cliff, Myrtle Berry,
Wilfred Crickmer.
Don't Try to Fool Santa Claus
Harold Berry, Richard Sweetman
Cantata Twas the Night Before
Christmas-B the Junior High
Boys and Girls Glee Clubs.
The Eighth grade History contest
was won by Julia Stein. Mildred
Hultgren and Harold Berry won sec
ond place, and Dorothy Heraly and
Helen Brown and Ed Kells tied for
third place. The total score for
each section is as follows:
Anti-Federalist ............,.. 62
FederallStS %
Strict Constructionists -. ...... 80
Loose Constructionists 80. -. 80
Miss Thomas spent the week end
with her sister in Alexandria.
The Seventh Grade History contest
was Won by Vera Sparkes. Myrtle
Berry and Pearl Clark tied for sec
ond place, and Kenneth Robinson won
third place. The total score for each
section:
Boys-second division $500. SO
Girls-second division ........> ). As
Girls-frst division ........... AZ
Do,,o H,,ct J;1,,c,on Oe
Evening star., 1924-11-16
(COntinued.l

BARGAIN FOR COLORED.
Vacant; beautiful s-r brick house: INV h.. :
cleo; In excel: NV. location; col. porches
garage space; newly papered and painted
throughout ivory finish; hardwood floors; tiled
bath and perfect kitchen outfit. For quick
sale will sell for low cash and monthly terms
10 suit purchaser. Address Box 229-A, Star
office.
Evening star., 1924-11-16
FOR SALE-HOUSES

UNUSUAL NEW HOMES.
0NE-HALF BLOCK FROM CONN. AVE. NV.
ON BEAUTIFUL WO0DLEY PLACE.
Absolutely the most complete modern home In
this fashionable neighborho0d.
OVERLOOkS ROCK CREEK
PARK.
Built Of tapestry brick. with spacious
rooms three baths. built-in garage, oak hard
Radiant heater. Sunny living room to COM
modious dining room, s sets Of double French
doors, one-piece sink, white enamel stove and
cabinet, Pittsburg instantaneous heater, built
In refrigerator, large attic. spacious lawns,
paved alley.
Reasonable price and liberal terms.
Exhibit home. 2703 Woodley Place NV.
Open and lighted daily until pm.
THE JOSEPH SHAPIRO CO.,
919 18th St NV franklin 114O.
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FOR SALE-HOUSES.
FOR SALE-HoUsEs.
REAL HOMES IN TAKOMA PARK.


condition;
lot
NINE LARGE ROOMS NEIGHBORHoOD.
good of
home
EXCEPTIONALLY
hh frepace terms
House,
H-wH
LILLE & HENDRICK
Par
End Of hstret"T koma" line
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BROOKLAND.
$3.50 Cash-Easy Monthly
Payments.
Clancy Built.

Open tor Inspection.
18th and KEARNEY: new Groom homes,
with every modern improvement: hardwood
floors and trim, open freplaces. built-in re-
frigerator, full tile bath with built-in tub;
good yard to alley; move In on deposit
McLACHLEN BANKING C0RP'N,
Real Estate Dept, 10th and g.
Main 432 Evenings North 313
Evening star., 1924-11-16
Near 10th Street Reservoir
S1475O.

An offering of unusual merit. This
attractive home, constructed Of hollow
tile, with guaranteed elastico finish,
undoubtedly is one Of the biggest
values that have been offered in this
section for some time. 1t is located
less than q square from 10th ST., a
little north Of the Reservoir, and sur
rounded by many fine and more costly
homes. 1t presents a most pleasing
appearance, and we feel sure that the
unusual arrangements and spacious
ness Of its integior will meet with
your instant approval. Six large
rooms, tile bath. inclosed sleeping
porch, large living room with open
fireplace, hardwood floors, electric
lights, hot-water heat. and several
built in features. Wonderful lot, 65x
ITO. with lawn, shrubbery and a ga
rage. Phone for appointment to In
spect.
Hedges & Middleton, Inc,
Realtors,
1884 q st. NV. Franklin 95oS.
Evening star., 1924-11-16
10th ST. HIGHLANDS.
S137SO-TermS.

10th ST. HIGHLANDS.
S13,75O-Terms.
lust off 10th St, and conven-
lent to l4th st. car line, also bus
line. Tapestry brick home, con-
tanning six rooms and bath; four
porches, including large concrete
front porch and two sleeping
porches, both screened; hard
wood floors throughout first and
second floors instantaneous hot
water heater; tiled bath with
built-in fixtures, two showers :;
hot-water heat and electric
lights; attic; large outside pan
try with built-in ice box. This
is an excellent buy.
MORRIS CAFRITZ CO., INC,
14th and K SITS. Main 617-61S.
Brookland Bungalow-SS. 500.
Situated block of Rhode Island ave.
Six rooms and tile bath; hot-water
heat and electric lights; hardwood floors;
one-car garage. Buy now; reasonable
terms.
Northeast-&. 500.
Practically new brick home of six large
rooms and tile bath. Front porch and
sleeping porch. Hot-wster heat and cleo
tricity; built-in ice chest. concrete
porches. etc. screens and awnings. Very
large yard. Located one-half block Of
10th st.
North Cleveland Park.
Large semi-detached brick residence only
one half block from car line; splendid iiv
ing with a raised brick fireplace:
nicely arranged kitchen, with large pantry
and built-in ice chest; one piece porcelain
closets: two tile baths and a glass plas-
tered sleeping porch. Attic over entire
house. Oak floors, electricity, hot-water
heat: Pittsburg instantaneous heater.
Fine yard. with paved alley in rear.
Priced at least 5000 under market value.
at only sl2.a50.
Columbia Heights.
Three e-sfory brick residence, containing
nine rooms and two complete baths. Mod
Paved alley Price only $4,000. on easy
terms. Located only half block of
1ith st.
Near Walter Reed.
Reduced for quick sale. emi-bungslow.
six large rooms, strictly modern; big lot
Bargain at S9,2j0.
Columbia Heights.
Best buy in Columbia Heights. Six large
rooms. strictly modern; one-half block of
18th st. owner leaving town. Only s10,-
$50
EVENING PHONE SERVICE UNTIL Pm.
WILLIAM S. PHILLIPS.
18th and SITS. NV. Phone Main 1900
Member of Washington Real Estate Board.
Evening star., 1924-11-16
SHORE PROPERTY

NORTH BEACH. MD.-CoTTAGES FOR SAIL
or rent: easy terms. Apply 10 EDWARD WIn
DIFIELD. at beach, or At store. 24O6 18th st
NV. Phone Adams lSiI-
Evening star., 1924-11-16
FOR SALE-HOUSES
ONE BLOCK FOM 10th ST
$l4,5OO-Terms.

=
A very attractive tapestry
brick home, containing six large,
bright rooms and two tiled baths
Zone with shower; front porch
and double back porches. House
is modern in every way and con-
tains many extra features. Has
hardwood floors throughout first
and second floors. Deep lot to
alley, with one-car garage
(brick) to match house. This
is the best buy to be found in
this section.
MORRIS CAFRITZ CO., INC,
14th and K SITS. Main 617-61S.
EXCEPTIONAL BARGAIN.
335 w ST. NE.
ONLY ss,95O.
(Near 4th and w sts., close to cars)
New corner house.
rooms, bath and garage.
EASY TERMS. SMALL CASH PAYMENT.
ANY Broker or
THRIFT BUILDING CO., Owner.
Phone Main 76s.
Evening star., 1924-11-16

2APT. HOUSE
with all modern Improvements. where
the income from one-half will carry
the house, handy to 1ith ST. and Park
rd., call Main 2053.
Evening star., 1924-11-16
NORTHEAST-9,850.

Beautiful corner, near Lincoln
Park, on a wide avenue. Front
ing on two streets. House is
modern in every detail. Con-
tains six large and bright rooms,
tiled bath. Very attractive side
lawn. Owner has purchased a
larger house in the northwest
section, and this is an excep-
tional value for this section.
MORRIS CAFRITZ CO., INC,
18th and K SITS. Main 6l7-6l8.
Evening star., 1924-11-16
oUT-oF-ToWN REAL ESTATE

SHORE PROPERTY.
piney Point lots for sale, direct on water
front; fine bathing. fishing. Grabbing; alsr
cottage partly furnished st. Georges Is
land: large lot direct on State road and
waterfront; right in grove of large pine trees
good bathing, fishing, grabbing; for sale on
THOMAS c. POLLOCK.
S2l 9th st. NV.
Ph. Frank. 6T54. Home ph. Line. 14.l
Evening star., 1924-11-16
O p p O r T II N T Y

NEAR CHEVY CHASE CIRCLE.
Desirable home with city conveniences and
suburban roominess; two-story frame, detach-
ed dwelling. First hoor-Hall. parlor. dining
bedrooms alcove, bath. Cellar-Hot- wa ter
heating system. Lot 60x180 with garage
Growing section. Owner. leaving city, must
sell. IMMEDIATE POSSESSION. $1,000;
terms ]. J. STAATTERY,
701 Insurance Bldg. FIR. 1858.
(Sunday 10 am. to p.m.)
Evening star., 1924-11-16
FOR SALE-HOUSES
RAIN OR SHINE

RAIN OR SHINE
Inspection Of this modern new home can b
made Sunday. large rooms, tile bath, hwd
noors; cement porches, one sleeping porch
Lot D12Nl70. Only two left. 1715-17 G 81
Sc: Very low cash payment. easy terms.
BR1GHTWOOD-Soo50
A very complete and practical de
tached home, located in a section of
detached properties and having easy
Access TO the public school and 14th
ST. car line. 1T is most attractive in
appearance, nearly new and In perfect
condition throughout. Very large Iiv-
ing room fun width of house, with
tapestry brick open fireplace, and
built-in bookcases, dining room, three
well arranged bedrooms, complete tile
bath. excellent heating plant. electric
lights, hardwood floors and other con
yeniences. splendid lot, 44x145.
with beautiful lawn, flowers and
shrubbery. Owner has just reduced
price 10 effect quick sale. Very con-
yenient terms.
Hedges & Middleton, Inc,
Realtors,
1894 H st. NV. Franklin s503.
Evening star., 1924-11-16
VACANT.

VACANT.
BEAUTIFUL HOME NV.
Located at 3525 18th. Con
sists of 9 large, bright rooms; ?
tiled baths; 5 bedrooms. Spa
cious living room, reception hall.
dining room and kitchen on first
floor. Extra lavatory and laun
dry trays in basement; cleo;
hot-watcr heat; large front and
double rear porches. Deep lot
to alley. Price, $4,000. Rea-
sonable terms. Open all day
Sunday for inspection.
CHAS. D. SAGER,
Realtor,
30
924 14th ST. NV. MAIN -
3S
OFFICE OPEN EVENINGS THTII, o'CIOCK.
Evening star., 1924-11-16

NORTHWEST SECTION.
Two-story brick: rooms and bath; gas;
cleo; h. VIII; hardwood floors and trim. Price.
$500. Terms.
THE !. w. HOLLOWAY CO.,
1I10 st. NV. Frank. s9S.
7-ROOM BRICK NEAR LIN
coin Park Anil; hrst-class con-
dition. Owner will sacrifice, as
he is moving to suburbs. Apply
Cleveland 4O6 after I pm.
Evening star., 1924-11-16
You'll Be Delighted
with these

Ou III De DtllSHteu
with these
Splendid Homes
Located In the most exclusive section Of
the National Capital. at
Thirty-ninth and Window SITS.
North Cleveland Park.
Come and see them before they are all
taken Kite designed and Kite construct
ed. There's a wonderful opportunity to
make your Home exactly as you want it
here. for everything has been provided for
your convenience and comfort. Modern in
every detail Of construction and finish
and unusual care has been taken with
throughout Every Home in this group
is detached and placed upon its own lot
of ample size-on which the lawn is in
and growing. Differing types Of architec-
ture add greatly to the appearance Of
this group. Within one square of the
Wisconsin ave. car line.
Sample Home, 4315 3oth St.
Six spacious rooms. tiled bath, front,
hot-water heating plant. separate instan:.
taneous hot-water heater. fully equipped
kitchen, large dressers. plenty of large
closets, effective decorations. artistic cleo
trio lighting fixtures slate roof, open fire.
place, double oak floors throughout, roomy
garage, consistently designed.
Prices and terms that are
most interesting.
inspection may be made any day or
evening.
Our Mr.. r. E. Hamilton Is in charge of
the Park office at 43O1 seth st. If you
wish to make a special appointment, phone
him at Cleveland 1890
II motoring. come out Conn. ave, turn
west into Albemarle ST., turning again
into 3sth st--or take Wis ave. cars to
just beyond the National Cathedral at
Window st. It's only a step from there
HARRY A. KITE,
Uncorporated)
1914 K St. Phone Main 4846
Evening star., 1924-11-16

$500 CASH.
CHARMING NEW HOMES.
COME OUT TONIGHT
and see how easy II 10 to stop that rent leak,
one thorough inspection will convince you
Brick construction,
six bright rooms.
Hot-water heat,
Electricity,
Tile bath.
Colonial front porch,
Detroit Jewel stove,
White enamel cabinet,
Full concrete cellar,
Breakfast and sleeping porch
Across entire width OF home.
French double doors.
Price Price. 81 '556.sss so Monthly.
Covering all principal and interest)
Exhibit home
800 Cromwell Terrace NE.
tTake TO 4th and II. I. ave. ne. and
walk blocks TO Claiming st. and one block
THE JOSEPH SHAPIRO CO.,
ele 18th 81. NV. Franklin 114O.
DOWNTOWN-S7,75O.
Terms.
Brick home. conveniently 10
Gated, and within walking dis
tance of many of the Govern
ment buildings. Contains seven
rooms and bath. House is now
vacant. Has just been reno
waited and is in tirst-class condi-
ton. Phone us for inspection.
NORRIS CAFRITZ CO., INC,
l4th and X SITS. Main 6l7-6l8.
4sl5 ILLINOIS AVE.-s9, 500.
Terms.
Tapestry brick home, with
concrete front porch and double
back porches 10 feet wide and
extending full width of house.
Contains six large, bright rooms
pantry with built-in ice box tile
bath with built-in tub, shower
and fixtures; hardwood floors
instantaneous hot-water storage
system; hot-water heat and cleo
trio lights. Lot extends back
to an alley, with room for ga
rage. In a very desirable sec
ton of Petworth.
MORRIS CAFRITZ CO., INC,
l4th and X. SITS. Main 6l7-619.
Evening star., 1924-11-16

DowntoWn-Firs Commercial.
IS rooms. h.-w.h.. electric lights: double ga
rage: corner alley: can easily be remodeled
into Offices; only block from Patent Office. be-
tween 9th and 10th; $40 0O0 special terms.
McIACHLEN BANKING CORP'N,
Real Estate Dept. 10th and C,
Main 4aI EyeninRs North ala
New Britain herald., 1924-12-19
BINGHAM'S APPOINTMENTS
Goyernor-ElcCt VIII Name Military Aides Before He Resigns As State Executive.

New Haven. Dec. 1a.-Col Hiram Bingham, governor elect and T.. 2. scnator-elect will make military staff appointments effective when he is sworn In as governor on January : and announce the names of the executive secretary and executive clerk, within a few days, 1t was stated authoritatively today. Lieut.. Governor-elect John H. Trumbull was to have conference with Col. Bingham this afternoon and 1t was thought that whatever appointments the governor elect may make will be agreeable to MT. Trumbull.
 No further appointments will be made as Col, Bingham will resign aS governor on January Sth under pres ent plans and MT. Trumbull will then be sworn In as governor. It Is understood that Col Trum- bull will learn from Col. Bingham today the tenor of the inaugural ad- dress, on which the latter has been at work steadily since the November election. Col. Trumbull has had two sessions experience in the senate and at the last one served as chair. man of the joint committee and on flnace and is probably as familiar with state affairs as Col. Bingham
New Britain herald., 1924-12-19
WOMAN BURNED AS BENzINE BLOWS UP
Mrs. Rasula Of Beaver Street
 Was Cleaning Hot Stove
RUSHED TO HOSPITAL
Ncighbors Hear Screams; Find Her Clothing and Hair Ablaze and smother Flames With Blanket Condition Reported Serious.

Her clothing and hair mass of flames when fumes from benzine, which she was using to clean a hot stove, exploded, Mrs, Mary Ragula of 133 Beaver street, was seriously burned about the head, face and body In her home shortly before noon today She was rushed to the New Britain General hospital in the police patrol. where her con- dltion is regarded as serious,
 Mrs. Ragula had just started cleaning the stove when the benzine exploded with a binding flash, set ting fire to her clothing. Her screams attracted the attention of other people in the house and they rushed to her aid and succeeded in smothering the flames with a blan- ket.
 A call was sent to police head quarters and the patrol was hurried to the house with Patrolman George Moffitt. Finding the woman in an unconscious copdition and suffering great pain from the burns, he took | her to the hospital.
New Britain herald., 1924-12-19
RELATIONS DISCUSSED
Floor of House Again Scene of Pub lic Discussion on Situation Rela- tive to Japanese.

Washington, Dec, 19.-Relattons with Japan were discussed again on the floor of the house today with members offering a variety of advice to each other and to administration officials.
 The plan for maneuvers by the American fleet off Hawaii next year was attacked by Representative Huddleston, democrat, Alabama, as "inadyisable and tactless." in view Of the state of public opinion in the United States and Japan.
 While striving for the attain ment of the praiseworthy purposes. We shall ever be mindful Of our du- ties and obligations as American citl- zens. Our devotion to America and American institutions must never be successfully challenged. Our demand upon society for higher standard Of life, better wages, Independent and humane conditions of employ ment, must ever be based upon our inalienable rights to the enjoyment of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Our problems must ever be met and solved upon the basis Of American fair play and in accord d- ance with American tradition anl American ideals"
New Britain herald., 1924-12-19
FOUR CHILDREN BURNED
 TO DEATH IN EXPLOSION
Tragedy in sisterytlle, W. Va, Home as Mother Kindles Kitchen
 Fire With on.

ssterville. W. Va. Dec. 1a,--Four children were burned to death, q woman was seriously injured and two others were slightly hurt early today in fire that destroyed the home of Mrs. Olive Jones at Stan ley's Run, Ohio, about five miles from here.
 The dead are Louise Jones, 11; Hazel Jones. IT. daughters of Mrs. Jones: Alice Myers, 4. and Hazel Myers. 2. The latter were the chill dren of Mir, and Mrs. William Myers and granddaughters of Mrs. Jones, with whom they were spending the night
 Mrs. Jones arose about 5:S0 O.. clock this morning and poured oil in the kitchen stove. Soon there was an explosion and the children and Mrs. Jones rushed upstairs where they were trapped by the flames The other children of Mrs. Jones loaped from the second story window and escaped with slight injuries,