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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1927-11-23

&C. u. won last year, 10 to g."
they have said. but this year it's
going to be the other way around.
G. w. is going to cop this year.
Yeah, we've heard lot o. bunk
like that before" answers the
C. u. supporter. We'll. put up or
shut up. Money talks a most con-
Vincing language"
The Brookland boys, too, believe
their team viii win the big Turkey
Day combat on Killion Field.
Much has been said Of Coach
Crum's pitiful varsity squad of II
players. Well, the Colonial coach
has been obliged to work with that
That's true. But so has Jack Nc
Auliffe out at Brookland. c. u.
claims to have no more first-string
players than Crum has, thus max.
ing tomorrow's battle rather. an
even thing from the point Of ma
terial.
Catholic University has scored
96 points against 100 for its OPP
pOnents. winning four and los
ing three games.
George Washington has scored
las points as against IS for its
rivals, winning seven out Of eight
games played.
Following is the Cardinals record:
c. u, 12: William and Mary. 0,
c. T., 10; Mt. St. Mary's, s.
c. T., 10; Loyola (Balto.), II.
c. u, IS; St. Johns (Brooklyn), 0.
c. T.. 8; Holy Cross, %.
c. T., 49, Marines. SO.
c. u. is; St. Xavier. rs.
The Colonials have the following
record:
G. W., 10; New York City Col
q. W., 81: American University. 0.
G. W., 6: Rutgers. 0.
G. W.. Is: Fordhan. 0.
G. W.. z: IJrsinus. 0.
G. W., 0; Penn State. Is.
G. W.. 40: st. Vincent. 10.
G. W.. SO; Concord Normal. 0.
George Washington has two
strong points in its line in
HartzOg, the big tackle. and
Walker, the flashy center. Both
these lads will bear watching
tomorrow. Goldman Is another
man rapable of playing fine
football. il in the mood.
In the c. U. line Tierney. tackle,
and Linskey, center. are hard to
outplay. The former is giant
and, for big man. knows how 20
make speedy use of his size and
weight.
Both backfields are inclined to
play flashy football. Foley, the c.
u. captain, is a fine runner, a bril-.
liant punter and a capable paSser,
combining all this with the quail.
tiles of leadership seldom seen.
C. u. is banking on him tomorrow.
Murphy is a brilliant passer and a
fair kicker, with Harvey a good
ball toter.
Colonials' backfield. He Is a triple
threat man, possesses a fine burst
Of speed on running plays, can toss
the ball on a dot and is some
shakes as a kicker.
IIOpeman and Sanders are
running backs worthy Of notice,
with Stehman q strong runner
ON plays off tackle.
Because Of the presence OF 50
many good passers and receivers
on both teams, the aerial game is
expected to take up much Of the
time. Foley and Murphy can fling
accurately to both ends and backs
with Sapp doing as much for the
down town eleven.
A dry field under foot means
plenty of fireworks when these two
gridiron rivals get together tomor.
row. Each team is grimly anxious
to win. Each is set for its best
work and the winner will be sure
to know he has been through the
fire.
Hot water fed through hose at
q nressure Of $50 mounds To Ahe
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1927-11-23

George Washington's sup.
pOrters are going out to Brook
land tomorrow expecting to see
the COIOnials win. For weeks
they have talked of little else
and some have been confident
enough to wager few simOle0ns
ON the result.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1927-11-23

The next college star to shine
wISh Army teams was the great
Elmer Oliphant. He had been
backfield strength Of Purdue
elevens. After him came an
other Purdue man in Elmer vi.
dal, o fine kicking back.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1927-11-23

LOpeman and Sanders are
running backs worthy Of notice,
with Stehman q strong runner
on plays off tackle.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18


examined the construction in an eff
fort to discover the magic combina.
ton, but they have learned nothing.
They cannot even discover where the
keystone lies, the last block inserted
by the artful builder years ago which
holds the entire surface together,
nor can they learn the exact shape
of the separate pieces.
They dare not cut into the roof to
take out one of the bits of wood Tor
examination, lest the removal OF
single piece should cause the entire
roof to slide and tumble down like a
house of cards.
The building is now used as a ga
rage for government automobiles,
but it will again be used as a riding
hall and stable, as it is weared the
vibration of automobiles may injure
the roof.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18
ROOF IN RUSSIA
REMAINS PUZZLE
OF ENGINEERING
Imperial Riding Academy
Building Top Without
Supports.
: b. United Press
M0SCOW

6U CHtb6O fFcoS
MOSCOW, Fb. 10. - Russia's
''house of cards" still holds it's
secret. The magic construction of
the old Imperial Riding Academy's
room. which doesn't have a beam.
brace or pillar. has again baff1ed
architects and engineers who tried to
find out how it was put together.
The roof of this huge old building
apparently is carefully built up OF
small pieces Of wood, each not more
than one square foot in size, fitted
and woven together to make a plant,
unsupported roof of great size and
strength which has successfully
withstood the weight of scores of
Russian snowstorms and which still
shows no sign of deterioration.
From the tanbark floor of the
great riding hall to the underestimate
of the slightly-arched flexible room,
no beams, no braces, no supports OF
any bind break the fine line of the
buildings interior. 1t is the only
construction of it's kind in existence.
1t was built long ago by clever
Russian engineer, who died without
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

Of number of political prisoners,
among whom were high naval and
military officers, newspaper men and
prominent civilians. Only few
weeks after the Inauguration of the
new administration a shipload OF
political prisoners was brought back
to the Rio from the prison on the
Island of Trinidad.
This action was very effective in
calming the turbulent waters OF Bra
lillian political life, and President
Luis was lauded in his action by al
most the entire local press.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

FREE IN BRAZIL
President Releases Political
Captjves.

BIZ United Press
RIO DE JANEIRO, Feb. 1s.-only
a few months have passed since DR..
washington Luis took over the presi-
dency Of Brazil, but more has been
accomplished during that period to-
ward political qualification Of the
country than was done in the entire
six years prior to his Inauguration.
Among President Luis first moves
after he took office was the release
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

divulging the secret of interlocl1ing
the small pieces of wood which make
the roof.
Now once again architects have
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

The eyelids of frog wing up
ward.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18
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The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

Choice OF variety of de-
signs and patterns. Com
pare favorably with many
rugs that regularly sell for
considerably more money.
Several interesting color
combinations rom which 10
make a selection.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

A dependable range with
a splendid oven, offered
at a remarkably low sale
price.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

A better grade of tapestry
rugs offered in a number OF
different patterns and floral
effects. Overall designs,
oriental patterns. bright con-
trasts. soft tones. etc. These
are tuil-sized room rugs Of
pleasing design.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

An assortment of very fine
seamless administer room
rugs in a variety of hand
some designs and patterns.
Especially noteworthy color
effects. These ere long
wearing rugs suitable for
hard service in the home.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1927-02-18

A handy combination for
a girls room. Made of
genuine American gum
wood, walnut finish.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03

January, 1926 --Ahot hel
spectacular
increase in Chevrolet value model
offering many mechanical improve
ments, such as smoother, quieter
motor with three~point suspension,
silent V-belt generator drive, new oil
pump, more efficient cooling, an air
cleaner, larger brakes, etc, Notwith-
standing these inn -foh
provements -. the PhA6 Flint. Flint
Coachwas reducedto Mich.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
Seventh Convention
OF Ariz. Music Clubs
Declared Big Success

The seventh annual convention OF
the Federation of Music clubs Of
Arizona was brought to a close Sat-
urday afternoon at Casa Grande
after one of the most successful
conventions in it's history, the pro-
gram covering three days in the dis
cussion Of music in the home end
school with exceptional good vocal
and instrumental numbers en- both
afternoon and evening sessions.
Douglas was we'll represented hay
ing two delegates on the program.
Mrs. G. Il. Pettngall was we'll re-
ceived in her two songs Boat Song
by Harriet Ware and "A Memory
~ Rudolph CAM.
Agnes Karnes Randle was ore
who received special mention in her
rendition of her two piano solos.
playing both with the touch OF an
artist, her numbers were 'Valse
Erilliante" by Mana-zucca and Bal
lade in A Flat by Chopin. After an
nearing on the federation program
she was requested to broadcast over
the radio from station KGAR in
Tucson where. she again delighted a
large audience.
Those who attended the convention
from Douglas were: Mrs. Shelton
lowell, Mrs. M, j. Anderson, Mrs.
Agnes Karnes Randle, Mrs. g. E.
Pettingall and Mrs a. A. Wimberley
and daughter, Marcella
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
Carnival Kisses No
Sin, Judge Decides

BERLIN, April 2 tP-Carnival kisses
do not count, it has been ruled here
by Judge in Cologne.
The city has just finished cele-
brating the biggest carnival season
since 1913. and suit for damages
was a result
The plaintiff, Fraulein Maria Hor-
sheim, formerly a cashier in the
beer hall of Herr schurman, sued
for 400 marks wages in lieu of
notice and as damages for wrongful
dismissal which was brought about
by Frau Schurman. The wife had
caught her husband in the act of
bestowing good morning kiss upon
the cheeks of the pretty cashier.
Before the case was concluded the
respondent offered to pay the money,
admitting the kiss and the girls
dismissal, but the judge handed down
his decision that such kiss-given
during carnival time, when good
cheer was in the air-was no cause
for dismissal.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
Deputy Sheriff Gets
Stolen Tires Back

Tires stolen from an automobile
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
FAMILY SNUBS DUKE
FOR WEDDING ACTRESS

BERLIN, April 2 R)-ostracism by
members of his family because he
violated aristocratic convention by
marrying a. pretty 20 year old actress
means little to Duke Joachim Ernst
Won Anhalt, rs, who earns his own
living producing plays in his own
theater at Ba1lenstedt.
The townspeople are solidly behind
him. Outside of a few intimate
friends they were the only ones who
participated in the wedding celebra-
tion. They lined the streets cheering
as the duke and his bride, formerly
Ottilie Elizabeth strickrodt, started
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
Fear Of Witchcraft
Blamed F or Murder

PARIS, Apr. 2 C(P))-Dark age sup
erstition and the fear of witch craft
are blamed by the Paris papers for a
murder in the village of Ballots in
northwestern France.
Father Auguste Guillot lived in
the village for IS years, until he was
finally beaten to death by those. who
feared him.
The villagers held that animals
stunned Guillot, that baby who
touched him had convulsions, and
that a curse was upon him. They CALI
ed him the "thrower Of spells" Last
Angelo, an Is year old shepherdess was
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03

convinced that the calves and lambs
were terrified, 50 she set upon him
with her staff Her brothers came to
her aid, and they left the old man
senselessf upon the field. Next morning
a crowd, no longer fearful Of him.
beat him as he lay on the ground
He was taken to a hospital three
days later, and three months after
ward died of his injuries The village
is rid of it's 'sorcerer" but the villagers
apparently have no consciousness Of
guilt.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03

on a motor honeymoon trip to the
French Riviera. His mother refused
to bestow the parental blessing on
him.
Joachim fell in love with his bride
soon after he signed her to play
in one of his productions The fact
that her hair is bobbed had much
to do with the animosity of his
mother and relatives.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
Garments OF Pharaoh
Inspire New Designs

PARIS-Remniscent of the season
when King Tut reigned in Paris
are new evening dresses shown by
some of the leading dressmakers.
They have Egyptian draperies, in
spired not by the wives of the
Pharaohs, but by the Pharaohs them
selves.
The dance frocks for debutantes
shown by Worth have unique dra-
peries which fall straight in front
quite snug and the line is straight
and clean.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03

guilty of the murder of Mrs. Mamie p.
Hale, rs, at GAS p. m. today. The jury
had been in deliberation rs hours. A
recommendation that Hardiman be
given sanity hearing accompanied the
jurys verdict.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
Entertain College
Folks at Assembly

The girls and boys who are home
for the Easter vacation from nor
NAL colleges and universities viii be
guests at special assembly Tues
cay at the nigh school The glee,
clubs, quartets and solo numbers
will render a few selections, botl
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03

troduced new
Chevrolet which scored a tremen~
dous success. Among its many new
features were: new and rugged rear
axle, an improved unit power plant,
newsingle-plate disc-clntch, much
stronger frame, semi-elliptic chrome
vanadium steels prings, ,cowl and dash
lamps, and new Fisher bodies fin
ished in Duco =. 80
and the price of the Flint. %
Coach was - Mich.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03

vocal and Instrumental
A seventh grade class from gram
mar school will dramatize a play
which they have written at the Same
assembly.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
DETROIT sTILL CHAMPS

RUFFALO, N. VI. April 2 lP).-Detroit
retained its championship of interna-
tional Y. M. C. A. basket ball by de-
feating Binghamton, N. Y, "a to lS,
here tonight.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03
because qfnosa,mgW WolumeProduction!

August, 1925 Chevrolet an
measure of value based on many new
quality features such as motor~driv-
en-. Klaxon horn, improved sheet
metal construction in the bodies, cor
rugated steering wheel with walnut
finish, new headlamp rim construc-
ton and more convenient gear
shift lever. Yet, despite all the addi-
tions the q
Coach was reduced sOO5 fiias. Is.
to Mich.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03

owned by Deputy Sheriff Fred Moore
were turned over to Douglas police
officers yesterday by Aqua Prieta Off
GERS.
The tires We're recovered in house.
in the neighboring city several days
ago by Mexican police. The tires were
taken from the ear while standing in
fronteof the Moore home.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1927-04-03

HARDMAN NOT GUILTY
PHOENIX, April R.-Orville Hard
imam 81, messenger boy, was found not
The monitor., 1927-12-23
THE TRI-ARTS CLUB

The Tri-Arts club met Sunday, De-
cember Is at the Y. w. C. A. The
main topic for discussion was the
selection of two more persons as
sponsors. Mr.. Toby James and Mr..
7. P. Mahammitt were finally elected.
Theodore Bell and Herbert McCaw
acted as tellers. The club has decid-
ed to make up some Christmas bas-
kets for the needy and each member
is to bring some edible.
After all the business was complet-
ed, Miss Mable Anderson gave a hu-
morous dialogue on "The Christmas
Hint" Then Miss Thelma Norriss
gave Wendell Phillips Grafton "Tou-
issant L'Overture." The club ad-
journed Immediately after the short
program.
The monitor., 1927-12-23
MEDICAL AUXILIARY

The Medical auxiliary met with
Mrs. Price Terrell. Mrs. J. H. Hut
ten presided. Mrs. S. B. Northcross,
South Omaha, was welcomed as new
member. Mrs. Price Terrell, chair
man of the benefit card party to be
given December 81 at St. Benedict's,
reported that the tickets were be-
ing sold and friends out of the aux
iliary were offering to do what they
could to make it success. The meet
ing adjourned to meet with Mrs. Her.
bert Wiggis, January 10.
The monitor., 1927-12-23
TRUSTEE HELPERS CLUB
HOLDS SUCCESSFUL MEETING

The Trustee Helpers club of st.
Johns A. M. E. church held an in
teresting meeting Monday night at
the residence of Mrs. Kate Wilson,
SIT North Thirty-third street. A de-
lightful program was rendered under
the direction of Mrs. John Adams.
Current events were ably presented
by Mrs. Wilson. Instructive ad-
dresses were given by Miss Fannie
Tumlin of Des Moines, Ia, and Mrs.
j. d. Lewis. Mrs. Ardena Watson
contributed reading. Radio music
added to the program.
The club will give a Christmas
party at st. Johns church, Monday
night, to which the public is cordially
invited. Mrs. Hiram Greenfield is
president and Mrs. Martha Taylor
Smith, secretary of the club.
The monitor., 1927-12-23
Y. w. c. A. NOTES

The public is invited to attend a
Yuletide musical tea, Thursday, De-
cember 20, from 4 to z p. M, at the
North Side branch of the Y. w. c. A..
2306 North Twenty-second street,
given by the board of management.
An interesting program will be rem
dered during the receiving hours.
Miss Nancy Pharr, dramatic reader,
will give several readings; "Bessie's
Christmas Eve Lark" "Where Do
You Liver" Mrs. Pearl Ray Reese,
will render vocal solo, and other
music numbers will be given by well
known talent of the city. Refresh
ments will be served, and a silver of
fering will be taken. Come out and
bring your friends.
The excellent numbers rendered at
the Central Y. w. C. A., at the Christ
mas vesper service were especially
appreciated and much credit is due
Mrs. Louise Scott and Mrs. C. B.
Burton, members OF the religious and
general educational committee, for
securing the Bel Canto choral club
of st. Johns church, and the ladies'
quintet of, Mount Moriah Baptist
church. The charming personality
of Miss Delite Hollett, educational
secretary of the Central branch, was
largely responsible for the splendid
success of the affair. Mrs. R. K.
Laurie, assisted by Mrs. Viola Cole,
and Mrs. Mara Minis, with the eff
cient aid of the Girl Reserves of the
North Side branch, rendered excel
lent service during the social hour.
Mrs. Hiram Greenfield, chairman of
the religious and general educational
committee, assisted at pouring tea
and is especially grateful for the fine
cooperation given by Miss Ruth O..
Collins, acting branch secretary, and
members of the board of manage
ment, with the members of the North
Side branch. Mr.. Joseph Thomas
gave several numbers as an unexpect-
ed treat added to the program.
The monitor., 1927-12-23
CHRISTMAS SERVICES
AT ST. PHILIPS

The Christmas services at the
Church of St. Philip the Deacon will
begin with the midnight mass Christ
mas Eve. This service will begin at
as p. m. and end about / a. m.
Special music and brief sermon. Holy
communion 7:30 a. M; Church school
at 10 a. M; eucharist with sermon,
l. o'clock. All communicates of the
church are requested to give special
Christmas offering.
Monday, st. Stephens day, holy
communion, a. M; Tuesday, St.
Johns day, holy communion, a. m. /;
Wednesday, Holy Innocents, holy
communion, s a. M; children's festi-
val and Christmas tree at 1880 p. m.
The monitor., 1927-12-23
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many frielSis
and neighbors for their kindness and
sympathy shown during the illness
and at the time of the death of our
beloved wife, mother, sister and aunt.
Also for the many beautiful floral
offerings.
j. H. GLOVER
CHARLES WILLIAMS
REV. JESSE l.. GLOVER
CORNELIUS GLOVER
MRS. CADDIE COOLING
Sister, Macon, Mo.
MISS LIOTA COOLING
Niece, Des Moines, la.
MRS. CHARLOTTE ROBINSON
HUBERT GLOVER
The monitor., 1927-12-23

Miss Mercedes Shute, daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. Alfred Shute, of Sheri-
dan, Wyo., and a student at the Col
orado Teachers college, Greeley,
Colo, was a weekend visitor to our
city, en- route to st. Paul, Mimi,
where she will visit relatives. She
was the guest of Mrs. A. D. James,
4421 South Twenty-sixth street.
The monitor., 1927-12-23

The funeral of Mrs. Julia Math-
ews of 1916 South Twelfth street,
who died December II, was held
Tuesday, December 10, from the Jo-
seph d. Lewis mortuary. Rev. z.
B. MCGEE officiated, assisted by Rev.
John Garner and the Rev. Mr.. Wag-
ner. She is survived by her daugh-
ter, Mrs. Pear. Interment was at
Mount Hope cemetery.
The monitor., 1927-12-23

Adams New Novelty orchestra left
Sunday morning to fill engagements
in Kansas and Nebraska during the
holidays. They will be gone until
early in January.
The monitor., 1927-12-23

Harry Browa, Express and Transfer.
Trunks and Baggage checked. Try NJ for
your moving and hauling. Also, coal and
ice for sale at all times. Phone Webster
1918. 20Is Grace street.
The monitor., 1927-12-23

I. A. GARDENERS TRANSFER. Rag
gage, express, moving, light ane
heavy hauling. Reliable and COM
petent Six years in Omaha. 2622
Maple Street. Phone Webster APO.
The monitor., 1927-12-23
A. P. SCRUGGS, Lawyer. Large ex-
perience. Handles all law cases-
2310 North Twenty-second street.
Webster 4162.

The Girls Friendly society of the
Church of St. Philip the Deacon, has
provided three baskets to gladden. the
hearts of three needy families at
Christmas.
The monitor., 1927-12-23
PERSONALS
Ed. F. Morearty, Lawyer, TOO rs-
tiers Trust Building, JA>lson 3e<1 or
Harvey PISS.

The Zion Baptist choir will give
a sacred concert Sunday evening, De-
cember 25, at o'clock. Public in
vited.
The monitor., 1927-12-23
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA

Mr.. James R. Thomas left last
Thursday for his home in Petersburg,
Va, after burying his brother, Sid
ney A. Thomas.
The monitor., 1927-12-23

Mrs. John Adams will visit friends
in Nebraska City next week.
The monitor., 1927-12-23

Miss lone Pinkett, student at the
University of Nebraska, is spending
the holidays with her aunt and uncle,
Mr.. and Mrs. H. J. Pinkett, 2118
North Twenty-fifth street.
The monitor., 1927-12-23

"There may be a wrong way to do
right, but there is no right way to do
wrong"
The monitor., 1927-12-23

Va, after burying his brother, Sid
ney A. Thomas.
Rev. H. w. Bolts and Mrs. Bolts
and Mrs. E. j. Griffin were in attend
ance at the second quarterly meeting
of the executive board of New Era
association at Omaha this week.
Mrs. Alice Cowens is reported i'm
proving from a recent accident.
Mrs. John Irwin is confined with
illness.
The L. L. Kensington entertained
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. James
Dean Monday night.
Lebanon Lodge No. 8 will banquet
at Quinn chapel A. NJ. E. church
Tuesday night, December 81.
Regular services at Quinn chapel
Sunday morning. At night number
of students rendered musical and
literary program, which was greatly
enjoyed.
Regular services were conducted
at Mount Zion Baptist church Sunday
The student body entertained the
several representatives of our group,
who were in attendance at the Ma
tional Student Federation, to a party
in Mason hall last Saturday night.
We wish all our readers merry
Christmas and a happy New Year.
We are trusting that you will resolve
to pull up, and remit for your paper.
"There may be wrong way to do