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Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
CRIME WAVE IN
LOS ANGELES IS
BELIEVED BROKEN
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Los ANGELES. Sept. GA
wave of major crime which held
this city in it's grip for four day
apparently lad been halted today
wi'h nohce vigilance at its peak.
While no arrest fas been made
yet in connection with the $4,000
Water Power Bureau payroll hold
up, numerous suspects have been
taken into custody for oil station
and bank robberies.
An automobile believed to have
been used by one of the numerous
bandit queens operating in this city,
was found deserted here today. The
machine contained loaded 3S cali
Der revolver. several boxes of cart
ridges. and q black leather woman :
coat with pocket full Of shells.
Three new holdups were reported
today to police. f. W. Bennett. Of
Glendale, reported he was robbed of
So by a lone bandit on the beach
road north of Santa Monica. II. +
Shurig, also of Glendale, lost s. tc
another bandit working in a subur-
ban district of the city.
4 bandit who jumped on the run.
ming board of his machine relieved
Leo Press of $l3.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
HI-FLYINC LION
TELLS TROUBLES
! TO PRESS MAN

Leo, the lion, the same Leo that
flew high over Ell Centre about two
weeks ago in Ryan Monoplane,
as a passenger of Martin Jensen,
noted flyer, on an attempted non
stop flight from San Diego to New
York City, returned to Ell Centre
today. Leo was again passenger
but this time it was land craft
which was conveying him.
Those in charge of the Metro
Goldwyn-Mayer truck which was
conveying Leo back to Los Angeles
refused to have anything to say TO
the scribe relative to Leo S arrival
in town, his part in the crash which
ended the attempted nonstop flight
in the vicinity of Roosevelt Dam
or his return to the picture studio
in Los Angeles. The reporter there.
for turned his attention to Leo and
after watching him tear his way
through huge steak which one Of
the men fed him Leo answered Il
few questions.
"Tell us all about your trip he
was requested.
- really don't like to talk about
myself Leo replied, "but | sure
feel like l ought to get a medal or
something for all my trouble. may
not be the first lion that ever took
to the air but IN sure the first
one that lived through a crash.
II got just bit pseved ut this
man Jensen when we started from
San Diego for he gave me jolt as
the plane hit bank on the runway
rs we took off. After flying for a
few hours, however, l began to have
more faith in him for he eased u
along nicely and fed me milk every
zine | velDed.
Was Not Scared
CATER we passed Imperial val
ley we began flying a little lower.
This pleased me at the time but l
learned afterward that it proved
our undoing. Scared' What when
we struck, l should say not. 1t
Just reminded me of the good old
days when in the jungle and hop
ping on some big game. ! got nv
paws up ahead of me and while II
| admit the bang as | landed against
! the bars hurt me little, it WASH 7
4 bit bad. But gee, it was a lonely
wait after Jensen went away. He
| was a good scout though and left
| me almost all the food and / sure
| enjoyed it. I thought he'd be back
sooner so ate it all up at once b"
cause l was hungry but l thought
| d starve before he returned with
some other men and gave me Il good
feed. That feed was the best thing
of the entire trip.
'These fellows are bringing me
back. l don't know all their names
but I heard one fellow ordering
Oscar around more or less and an
other one s name is Jack. Yes.
guess l am n ink because even this
| old truck ran into trouble this
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
Pair Held For
Higher Court

c. f. Halbert. 3s, of Calexico anG
Cruz Hernandez, %, of Meyicali,
were ordered held to answer to sup
erior court following preliminary
hearings in their respective cases
held in Calexico this morning.
Halbert is charged with unlawful
possession of narcotics. lie was
arrested by Inspector Sheppard of
the immigration department few
days ago, but the ease was turned
over to the city officials at CaleX
leo. He was remanded to the coun-
ty Jail in default of $1,000 bail.
Hernandez faces a charge o
burglary. He was arrested by city
police in CaleXico 4 few days ago.
He is alleged TO have entered a
house in Calexico and taken num-
Der of household articles. Herman
dez was also committed to the Gus.
tody of the sheriff in default of
bail
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
Youthful Trio
Under Arrest

Three Los Angeles youngsters, the
Oldest being II years of age, were
picked up by Undersheriff Under
wood and Deputy Sheriff McClel-
land near Dixieland this morning in
possession Of stolen automobile.
They admitted to the authorities
that they had left Los Angeles
afoet, walking as far as Long
Beach where they stole the ma
chine, n Peerless car belonging to
Mrs. G.. f. Armstrong.
They said that they had had little
luck in catching rides on hitch
hike so they decided to take the
machine.
The boys were docketed at the
jail as Robert Minor. IA; Alfred
Ochoa. II and William Snyder, II.
They said they were on their way
tc Arizona. Los Angeles. authori.
ties were notified of the catch.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
Plan Fair Exhibit

J. W. Glasgow made a report or
he FL Centre exhibit to be shown
the Brawlev Fair. 1t will be al
Electrically controlled book with IL
ustrations and literature. 4. G..
,ohnston and Leo HetZel were ap
pointed by President Watson as ad
litional members of the committee
leaded by Glasgow to arrange for
he exhibit.
A discussion was then held on
llans for holding a Co-Operativ
Day. in FL Centre about once each
hree months. On that day farmers
md merchants will cooperate, the
anchers placing some Of their best
products on display in FL Centre
torres and sales of the products
aeld. c. W. Remele, \. {. Johnston
nd W. <. Costello were named as
members of the committee in charge
If this work.
J. 5. Cameron gave a short talk
III the plans Of the American Legion
'or erecting plunge on the tract
-ecentlv purchased lust north Of the
itv limits. He said that the legion
$ to take immediate steps for build
ng the plunge.
\ discussion was then held on the
proposed new Laguna road. Presi
lent Watson will write letter t.
Congressman Phil Swing, urging that
ne do what he can to have an ap-
oropriation made by the government
or survey. The new road would
.un through the Cleveland National
'orest. 4 government preserve, and
would cut off about 20 miles of tn
present distance to Laguna from
lere.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
LOCAL CHAMBER
AGAINST MEXICAN
IMMIGRATION CUT
Labor Requirements Here
Make Reduction of
Quota Undesirable.

Many important matters were
brought before the directors of the
'hanbor of Commerce at the regular
weekly meeting held in the chamber
eooms on Main street last night.
Several resolutions were passed. one
# them in regard to alien labor be
ng regarded as highly important.
This resolution has to do with the
'ffort being made BY the legislature
o place Mexican immigration under
lew restrictions. The resolution
pointed out that in view of the de
pendence of the valley on the hir.
ing of Mexican labor to work in
'rUduce fields. the restriction was
ne which should be fought against
Icre. 1t placed the board ON record
IS opposed to the proposed cut in
Mexican immigration.
Leo Hctzel was then appointed
o draft resolution to be presented
It the next meeting for placing
igns in the northern part of the
county directing motorists to FL
entro. The resolution if passed will
ne turned over to the Automobile
Tub with Il request for posting the
igns. 1t was pointed out that the
present signs only name the next
hrce towns on the road and that as
| result the county seat of Imperial
.ountv is left off from some of the
markers.
The report on business survey
the city being compiled by Ray
edgar was continued over for one
week.
G. II. II. Small was appointed by
he board as director to fill the
vacancy left by the recent resigna-
ion of b. l.. Roberts.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
NOTICE OF SALE OF
AUTOMOBILE

Notice is hereby given that we
will sell to the highest bidder on
the llth day Of October, 1927, at
p. m, one Durant Touring Car.
Washington License 1920, 1925.
Engine 1929. Car to be sold under
Sections 30jl and 1882 c. c. to
satisfy lien of $4,000, together
with costs of advertising and sal,
of same.
Sale will be held at Barbara
Worth Garage, Seventh an. -..a:r
SITS, FL Centre. Calf.
Dated Sept. 2S, 1927.
2St10 BOWLES & son
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
ROYAL Arch MasOns
Elect Officers
Nv United .'--.s Leased Wire

DENVER, Colo, Sept. 90
Charles Clark Davis of Centralia,
H., today was elected general grand
high priest of the Royal Arch Ma
sons at the 40th triennial convoca-
tion here today.
Davis selection was practically
unanimous, though before the cleo
tion General Henry Dewitt Hamil-
ton Of New York, deputy grand high
priest, had been touted for the post.
John w. Nelson, of Concordia,
Kan, general grand captain of the
host, was elected deputy grand high
priest.
Tacoma, Wash, was accepted as
the next meeting place of the order.
Kern county has appropriated 500,
mn g.. e.nlIa
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
der and robbery.

der and robbery.
Baker is charged with fatally
shooting his pal, Paul NJ. Gotham,
last January Is, during the hold up
of shoe store here. According to
Officers. Gotham was attacked by
the proprietor of the shop and Bak-
er, standing as lookout at the
doorway. fired into the shop lstrik-
ing Gotham.
Baker fled after the shooting and
was apprehended in Nantucket last
week.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
JURY FREES WOMAN WHO
KILLED INTRUDER

GRASS VALLEY, Cal. Sept %
Mrs. Dora Comps of Grass Valley
accused Of numbering Limo Gonzales,
= Mexican, was a free woman today.
acquitted by a Jury an hour after
she told her story in superior court.
shot by Ms. Comps while he was
'ndeavoring to open the door to her
home.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
Arrested i'm East
on Murder Charge
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. o9.-Ar,a-
cd with extradition papers, Detec-
tive Lieutenant Tom Shannon left
here today for Nantucket, Mass, to
return Norman Baker, wanted here
to face charges Of first degree mur.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
Girl Accused of
Robbing Broker
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Los ANGELES. Sept. 29.-Clair'
Armoore, alias Claire Williams, &
pretty 22-ycar.old blonde, was taker
into custody here today charged will
robbing f.. W. TAYLOR, Chicago bond
broker, of $l200 at the height of :;
Iarty in = downtown hotel last
night.
The Young woman. with maj
giving the name, Robert Moran, 26.
was arrested IN HOLLYWOOD anart
ment and lodged in Jail on suspicion
of grand theTt. According to Tay
lor following the party at which h,
was the host. the guests departed
md he found $1,000 missing from hi
pockets.
The girl, police say, answers th'
description of the bandit queen
sought here for the past severa
weeks. Police said they found /:
large sum of money hidden under :.
mattress in the girls apartment.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
Thursday, September 20, 1927

chewing the rag with you or he
might not like it so beat it. Tell
the folks in the valley hello for me /.
and if they come in I'll be glad to
say it myself. So long,
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29

Ripon, San Joaquin county, ship
ped 66 carloads of produce by raj
during August.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
TODAY'S BOX SCORE

\s Furnished nv the Tinted PreS
Leased Wire up to 2:i5 r m.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29

morning and now we re stalled here
in Jim Hushman 8 garage until We
get fixed up.
"Well boy, here comes the boss
and I don't want him to catch me
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
AMERICAN
At New York

At New York
Washington 020 020 600 10 9.
Lisenbee, Marberry, Hopkins and
Fate; Shucker, Reuther and Col
ms.
A: Philadelphia
Boston 100 004 l00-.6 II ]
Philadelphia 600 900 o0l-l 5 0
Bradley and Moore; Cantrell and
Perkins.
Cleveland at st. Louis, both games
postponed, rain.
Detroit at Chicago, both games
postponed, rain.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
NATIONAL
At Cincinnati

t. Louis 600 OH oOO-2
0incinnati 900 300 OoX-3
Farmhouse and Snyder; j. May
md Picinich.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29
A. BcStol.

Philadelphia 800 100 30O-1 II 0
}UstOH 600 900 OlO-l II
Miller and Jonnard; Greenfield,
Vert and Hogan.
Imperial Valley press., 1927-09-29

Kern county has appropriated 500,
600 for aviation fields.
Evening star., 1927-05-15
Railroad Proposed.
W. C.. T. u. Notes

CapitOl Hill Union met "Wednesday
afternoon. The devotions were opened
with a vocal solo by Mrs. Hughes.
former president, followed by the
reading of the 63d Psalm and prayer
by Mrs Muff1ey.
Fifteen new members were reported
as a result of the membership drive.
Mrs. Crane. flower mission superin-
tendent, made plea for donations for
the flood sufferers.
The necessary money was voted to
make Capitol Hill Light Line Union,
also to send the Union Signal to a
missionary in Africa.
Mrs. n. M. Pollock, the district pres
ident, was introduced and told of
methods used successfully in other
unions in the District, following with
a talk on the peace department. Mrs.
Ballard read some gift suggestions
which carried out the same thought
of using all the unions influence to
end war.
Mrs. Smith conducted an exercise
for the White Ribbon Recruits and
the District president tied the white
ribbon on the little ones.
Mrs. Irish read when Niagara
Flows Uphill" series of arguments
for the eighteenth amendment.
Chaplin Union was entertained re-
Gently at the home of Mrs. E. p.
Clayton, Thirteenth street northeast
A luncheon was served, the assisting
hostesses being Mrs. c. c. Ramsey,
Mrs. r. c. Hess, Mrs. Charles Damon
and Mrs. II. j. Starbook. After a So
cial hour the president, Mrs. Frances
st. Clair, called meeting to order for
reports of departments. Devotions
were led by Miss Lou Weightman,
her subject, Faith, the Indwelling
Spirit" A recitation was given on
temperance by Mrs. T. w. Davis. The
District president was a guest and de-
picted to the meeting a practical pro-
gram. A plea was made by Miss Re-
becca Rhodes for Y. p. B. in the
northeast section of the city and plans
were made to develop later. On the
approach of Mothers day. the mem
ory of Mrs. Emma Sanford Shelton
was spoken of by Mrs. Charles Mont
gomery, and the recitation, Rock Me
to Sleep, Mother" was given by Mrs.
T.. w. Davis.
Evening star., 1927-05-15
PERSIA ADVANCING
UNDER NEW RULER
Country Rapidly Turning to
Modernism as Ancient
Customs Fade.
By the Associated Press.

Gy tue AssDCldleu IEesS
TEHERAN, Persia. May 14--From
his Gorgeous peacock throne, studded
with emeralds representing untold
wealth, Reza Khan Pahlevi, the new
Shah Of Persia, is building up his
country on modern lines and promot-
ing Persian national spirit.
Formerly a simple soldier, though
of distinguished lineage, the Shah
climbed TO the post of premier and
was proclaimed ruler by Parliament
last year as the successor of the de-
posed Ahmed Shah.
Woman Rights Guarded.
Though women still walk veled in
the streets of Teheran their rights
are respected and are increasing.
They are protected by the strict mar.
riage settlements. polygamy is per
mitted by the national Moslem re-
ligion. but has virtually ceased.
partly because of the spread of West
ern ideas. partly because of economic
conditions.
Ten years ago, when the present
Shah was rising to political power,
the Persian ARMY was almost non !
cxistant Now there is a disciplined
force of 10000 The Shah has oblit- t
Grated brigandaGe. He has broken the |
power Of the tfIhal tntPltailiS, say /
American observers, has disarmed the /
tribes and has induced them to rally |
10 the throne He has built new roads, |
He has supported the American |
financial mission engaged in reorgan'
tzing the country's finances under the |
presidency Of Arthur G. Millspaugh, /
formerly economic adviser to the
State Department at Washington.
He recently sent to the League or Ma
tions at Geneva to defend Persia S
viewroint on the opium problem,
Lieut.. Col. y. W. MacCormack, for
merly of Roxbury, Mass, and Wash
ington, who. as member of the
American mission, is his director or
internal revenue.
Railroad Proposed.
The Persian budget is balanced.
The Shah proposes to build a great
railroad from the Persian Gulf to the
Caspian Sea. passing by Teheran, az
a cost Of $50 0.000,0 900.
He succeeds in collecting taxes. he
IL developing the ancient Persian
Garnet industry and Is reestablishing
the old Persian arts and crafts, espe-
ciallv in the working of brass, silver
and copper.
And finally he is giving his 9-year-
old crown prince democratic educa-
ton.
The peacock throne was taken from
India in 1880 by the then Shah, Nadir,
known as the Napoleon OF Asia.
Evening star., 1927-05-15
KnOck-DO,Un Screen
Frames, Csc

Regular SOC frames, with
sliding track, beading and
nails. Ready to be as
eembled. Natural and wal
nut finishes. Sizes 2ox33
and 3Ox3O.
Evening star., 1927-05-15

98c Opaque Shades
70c Ea.
Oil Opaque Shades,
size 3 #. wide by ) it.
9 inches long. Popular
colors.
Evening star., 1927-05-15
Other Wi,dow Shades-at Special Prices

$1.25 Holland Shades
80c Ea.
I hese are mounted
on Hartshorn rollers.
Size 8 #. wide by 5 #.
9 in. long.
Evening star., 1927-05-15

Sl.59 Opaque Shades
$l.30 Ea.
Our best handmade
Oil Opaque Shades, size
So inches wide by E it.
9 inches long.
Evening star., 1927-05-15
$20.95 to $39.95 "Lane''
Cedar Chests, $25

Plain and copper-trimmed styles, of
all cedar, and in walnut finish with
cedar Innings. Some with casters.
others silent domes. Fitted with lock
and key Sizes a, As, 48 and 54 inches
long.
Evening star., 1927-05-15

-30x78, 32x80, 34x84 and
36xS4 inch sizes, made of
well seasoned lumber.
stained in walnut and
filled with fine black
wire cloth. Mitered
mountings and mortised
corners.
Evening star., 1927-05-15

kann's 's-Third Floor.
New Britain herald., 1927-07-09
HEAD PIERCED BY
 ROD, STILL LIVES
Steel Worker Has Four Skull
 Fractures, But He Smiles

Hammond. Ind. July 9 P-Paul Kosty was still cheating death in a hospital here today, the fourth since his head was pierced by 26 foot red hot steel rod
 Kosty. 37. foreman in the La Sale Steel Co.,, here. was brought into the hospital to die two weeks ago. after he was struck by the steel rod while on his strengthening bench in the plant.
 The rod struck him in the neck on the left side, passed through his mouth, and protruded 22 feet on the outside of his head. Still conscious, he shouted for help and with the assistance of fellow employees. pulled the remaining portion of the rod through his head.
 Conscious ever since the accident, he ate his first full meal yesterday Propped up on his cot. the injured man consumed a bowl of tomato soup. dish of mashed potatoes. string beans, apple pie, custard pud- ding and two glasses of milk.
 A jagged hole in Kosty's neck more than an inch in diameter is rapidly healing. Surgeons removed two square inches of bone from his skull. X-ray examination showed four definite skull fractures. A wife and three children are con- stantly at his bedside, while he talks. eats. laughs and tries to allay their fears.
New Britain herald., 1927-07-09
A BANNER BILL
 AT THE STRAND
"lhe Prince Of HeadWaiterS" Feature Film Good Vaudeville

A banner bill lis in store for Strand fans both in vaudeville and photo- plays for next week. The attrac- tion on the screen beginning Sun- day evening, The Prince of Head waiters," starring Lewis Stone, is one of the most gripping dramas that have come along in many moons. It revolves around a son, who, sacri- ticing a life time of happiness for just a single moment of madness unaware that the waiter who is serv- ing him is his own father. The vau- deville portion of the Strand pro- gram beginning Monday afternoon has among its notable names the comedy sensation of vaudeville, Le- Foye and Strzman company in their presentation called Tea for Thrce:" other acts include the New Gold Re vue. a Parisian fantasy; Mum and White in their unique offering, The Oriental and the Occidental:" the Jack Medley Trio; and Rogers and Wynne.
 Tonight will mark the final show ings of the Midget's Pastimcs, a novel act with ten little Lilliputians which scored decided hit in their revue since their opening at the Strand last Thursday.
New Britain herald., 1927-07-09
WHITE MICE 0N
 PALACE SCREEN
Famous Novel Shown in Pic
 turized Form

White Mice," the picturization by Pinellas Films. of Richard Harding Davis famous novel of the same name is playing tomorrow.
 Jacqueline Logan in the featured role is winning admiration for her beauty and acting. while the plot it. self is on to thrill both excitable juveniles and adults. and concerns a romance amidst red hot revolution in Montebello. a small South Ameri- can republic.
 The companion feature offers Bob Custer in his newest F. B. o. pro- duction, Bob is at his best in this picture and has splendid chance to reveal his remarkable ability. as a comedian. He plays the part of a cowboy, who for romantic and other reasons, performs valet duties to the uncle of the girl he loves. As the cowboy he has some startling new stunts which he performs on "Whis- key" his popular and amazing horse who has appeared with him in all his pictures. In the role of the valet Custer shows his undeniable talent in handling humorous situa- tions and succeeds in adding comedy to his list of conquests.
 The coming attractions Monday are "So This Is Paris" starring May McAvoy, Willard Louis and Louise Fazenda and Mistaken Orders" '" with Helen Holmes.
New Britain herald., 1927-07-09
PLAY NEW ORGAN
 l AT THE CAPITOL
Wonder Instrument Will Be Dedicated Sunday

With William s. Jeffs and a sur prise guest organist at the console for solo and recital programs. the Capitol theater's new $40,000 golden voiced Robert Morton organ will be dedicated tomorrow evening.
 Work of installing this organ has continued over the past three months. considerable time having been taken for carpenters to recon struct and enlarge the sound box chambers back of the gilded grating of the proscenium arch. These proof. thus throwing all tones into the auditorium of the theater. In them is a maze of pipes, wires, in- struments and switchboards which control the huge instrument. The precise lines of the organ pipes, some of them 16 feet long, IS inches wide and graduating down to the size of lead pencil. the sealed wind conductors. the reservoirs, the switchboards and other numerous parts makes one fairly gasp that so complicated an instrument should really be so attractive.
 To give a sketchy idea of just what this organ is. it may be re- marked that it contains every in strument used in a full symphony orchestra. There are. in part, vio- lins. comets. clarinets, trumpets. trn {,,l~ a,,& drums. piccolos, oboes, bassoons. flutes. oriental musettes, harps. or chestra bells and similar jazz instru-
New Britain herald., 1927-07-09

ments. xylophones. Chinese wood blocks. castanets and other effects too numerous to mention. One of the important features of this organ is the stop technically termed the vox humana which is designed to re- produce tone so closely resembling the human voice that if can prac- tically carry popular air.
 During the past few days there have been several organists at the theater trying out the new instru- ment and selections played ranging from the ponderous church music to the lighter veins of up 10 date jazz have been played effectively. The organ appears 10 have great volume, good tone quality and seems 10 be easily controlled from giant man. ual at which the organist sits. sur rounded by battery of keys and stops for his hands and a series of bars and levers for his feet. the last named being for the bass tones.
 This organ is the second of its kind made. the first having been re- gently installed in New York theater.