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The religious and general educa-
ton committee, will have charge of
the Lincoln-Douglass day vespers at
the North Side Branch of the Young
Women's Christian association, Sun
day afternoon, February II, at a
O'Clock. The subject, my Duty to
God and My Community" will be
generally discussed with this extra
ordinary sacred program:
Devotionals, Mrs. L. M. Brewer
america, Audience; Reading, "The
Emancipation Proclamation" Miss
Thelma Norris; Angelic Overture,
Wheeler, Ladies' Orchestra; Vocal
Solo, my Task" Miss Venus Parker
Twilight Hour" Zamecnik, Ladies
Orchestra; Vocal Solo, "Spirituals,' y
"Bye "a Bye" Deep River" arrang-
ed by Burleigh, Miss Dorcas Jones,
with orchestral accompaniment; Ad-
dress, Miss Gertrude Lucas.
The ladies' orchestra personnel is
as follows: Misses Helen Wheeler
violin; Anna Lovely, cornet; Ernest
inc Lancaster, piano; Ruth G. Seay,
violin and saxophone; Mrs. Eva
Gaines, saxophone; Miss Dorcas
Jones, vocalist. The ladies' orches-
ira will render several favorite Sc
lections during the social hour which
follows the program, when tea will
be poured to all present, free. Do
attend the "Y" vespers for an inspir-
ational afternoon.
Fifteen of the Girl Reserves of the
branch attended the performance of
the Clemant- Walsh Players, now the
Brandeis Players, at the Brandeis
theatre. The play was enjoyed, be-
ing one of an everyday nature.
The regular monthly meeting of
the Board Of Management of the
North Side Branch, was held We'd
nesday afternoon, February 8.
At the first meeting of the newly
elected committee of management OF
the North Side Branch, Y. w. C. A,
the following officers were elected
Mrs. John Albert Williams, chairman
Mrs. L. F. Mcintosh, vice chairman;
Mrs. Minnie Dixon, secretary.
The following wer appointed chair
men of the various committees:
Membership, Mrs. John A. Smith
Finance, Mrs. Frank Gray; Religious
and General Education, Mrs. Hiram
Greenfield; Girl Reserves, Mrs. Craig
Morris; Hospitality, Mrs. A. Bailey
Health Education, Mrs. Z. C. MCGEE
House, Mrs. S. B. CAVITY; Publicity
Mrs. Price Terrell; Service, Mrs
George Ashby.
The monitor., 1928-02-10
CONFIRMATION INSTRUCTION
AT ST. PHILIPS CHURCH

Confirmation instruction will be-
gin at the Church of st. Philip the
Deacon Sunday. The class will meet
Immediately after the close of the II
o'clock service. Glasses will be held
until Palm Sunday, April 1, the date
of Bishop Shayler's annual visitation
The services Sunday will be as fol-
lows: Holy communion, 1880 a. m. /;
church school, 10; morning prayer
and sermon, Il; evening prayer at
8 O'Clock.
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intercollegiate Club Gives
Musical Tea Sunday Afternoon

The beautiful home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Jasper E. Brown, 1888 Miami
street, was the scene of very ex-
cellent musical program last Sunday
evening from 5 to O'Clock, by the
Intercollegiate club. The house was
taxed to capacity by the large num-
Der of friends who responded to the
invitation of the club to attend the
tea. A very delightful program, con.
sisting of piano solos, chorus num-
bers, vocal solos, quartette number
and humorous readings was rendered
by members of the club, after brief
introduction by Miss Thelma Norris,
who told what the club was and what
The monitor., 1928-02-10
PROBATE NOTICE
N. w. Ware, Attorney
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE
of THOMAS PHILLIPS, deceased.
Notice is Hereby Given: That the
creditors of said deceased will meet
the administrator of said estate, be-
fore me, county judge of Douglas
county, Nebraska, at the county court
room, in said county, on the 9th day
of April, 1928, and on the 9th day
of June, 1928, at 9 o'clock A. M,
each day, for the purpose of present
ing their claims for examination,
adjustment and allowance. Three
months are allowed for the creditors
to present their claims, from the 3rd
day of March, 1928.
BRYCE CRAWFORD,
4t-2-3-28 County Judge.
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FILES FOR PUBLIC DEFENDER

Attorney Amos p. Scruggs has
filed for public defender subject to
the primary to be held in April. Mr..
Scruggs, who is a graduate of the
University of Illinois, has been a
member of the Omaha bar for Is
years and is held in high esteem by
the members of his profession. He
served acceptably as inspector of
weights and measures some years ago.
The monitor., 1928-02-10
LEAP YEAR BANQUET SUCCESS

The Leap Year banquet given by
the Carter Charity and Benevolent
club, Thursday, February 2, was a
decided success. Over one hundred
and fifty people were served. The
tables were beautifully decorated in
pink and white with pink flowers. A
very pleasant time was spent by all.
The entertainment committee was
as follows: Ethel Morris, chairman
Mesdames Hattie Hawkins, Addie
Seals, Gertrude Vauter, Connie Whit
ley, and Mrs. Owens. Mrs. Ardena
Watson is president.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Mrs. Susie Pardon of st. Louis,
Mo, spent the weekend as the guest
of Mr.. and Mrs. T. P. Mahammitt,
Zig North Twenty-fifth street
Mrs. Pardon is the daughter of the
late Bishop Charles Spencer Smith of
Detroit, Mich, and niece of the late
Mrs. Lucy Thurman, noted temper.
ance lecturer.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

The purpose of unity is not to
found a new sect, but to give the peo-
ople practical application of what
they already have through their
church affiliations. Unity stands in
dependent as an exponent of practi-
cal Christianity, teaching the appli-
cation of the doctrine of Jesus Christ
in all affairs of life; explaining the
action of mind--the connecting link
between God and man; how mind af-
fects the body, producing discord or
harmony, sickness or health; how it
brings into the understanding of di-
vine law, harmony, health, and peace,
here and now.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

The Martha Washington, Virginia
waffle and country sausage break
fast for 25 cents will be served at
thethe home of Mrs. l.. Strawther,
Monday, February 21st, from a. m.
to p. M, 1920 Willis avenue by the
Trustee Helpers club of st. Johns
A. M. e. church. Public invited.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

it stood for. Every number showed
careful preparation. The music of
the club is under the direction of
Mrs. Florentine Pinkston.
The monitor., 1928-02-10
INDUSTRIAL FINANCE co.
$40 World Herald Bldg.

Salary loans, $40 to $50, on individ-
ual note; steady employment the
only requirement. Also larger
loans made on autos, furniture,
etc. No financial statement, no in
dorsement; strictly confidential
service. Lowest convenient terms.
Under state supervision. IA. 3077.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

FOR SALE-One half acre, 2611
Binney street, fruit, Groom house,
double garage, store room above
Inquire at 1916 Writ street. Web
ster 1890.
The monitor., 1928-02-10
PERSONALS

Ed. F. Morearty, Lawyer, 700 Pc
tiers Trust Building, Jackson 3841 or
Harvey 2156.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

The Feast of Seven Tables will be
given Friday, February II, at Cleaves
Temple, Twenty-fifth and Decatur
streets. Musical program and re-
Treatments. Admission rs CENTS
Adv.
The monitor., 1928-02-10
UNITY CLASS MEETS AT
Y. w. c. A.

The class in unity announces the
following lessons Sunday, February
18th at 6 p. M: Justice and Judg-
ment," Tuesday, February Ia, at
2;30 p. M, and Finding the Secret
Place" Mrs. Charles Young is the
leader and Mrs. Ted Morton is sec
rotary.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

With a friend at home many a boy
would not need friend at COURT
Christian Science Monitor.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Meet me at Dreamland hall for the
Charity Costume ball February ID,
given for the benefit of the day nurs-
cry by the l.. c. A. club. Prizes will
be given for the most unique and
comic costumes. Music by the Mite
Owls.-Adv.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Mrs. Georgia Bowman, 2418
Blonde street, is confined to her
home with a cold.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

The Sunday school of Mount Olive
Baptist church gave a reception Fri
day evening in honor of Miss Halle
Johnson, who graduated in the mid
year class at South High school
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Miss Sarah Valesca Williams, sis
ter of Mrs. Saybert Hanger, left for
Pittsburgh, Pa, Friday night for an
indefinite stay with her sister.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Meet me at Dreamland hall for the
Charity Costume ball February ID,
given for the benefit of the day nurs-
cry by the l.. c. A. club. Prizes will
be given for the most unique and
comic costumes. Music by the Mite
Owls.-Adv. lsf =
The monitor., 1928-02-10

FIVE ROOMS partly modern. Near
carline. Also Broom apartment
and 7-room apartment, partly mod
ern. All near carline. Call WE.
1910.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

The Woman's Auxiliary of st. Phil
ip's Episcopal church held very well
attended and interesting meeting at
the residence of Mrs. Tony Jackson,
3117 Corby street, last Thursday af.
ternoon.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Mrs. Henry Moore, 2618 Binney
street, is spending the winter at Gin
cinnati, Ohio.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

In the sea of life it is the light
weights who sink and the heavy
weights who rise.-Forbes.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Rev. +. II. Mcdonald will ordain
five deacons at Mount Olive church,
Thirtieth and r street, Sunday after.
noon.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Don't brag. 1t isn't the whistle
that pulls the train. "-Exchange.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

FOR RENT-Five room cottage with
garden spot. Modern. Rent rea-
sonable. Near carline.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

FOR RENT-Two modern furnished
rooms, $3.50 to $3.50 with kitchen
privileges. Webster 1929.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

Mrs. Sallie Poole and nephew, j.
Bedford, returned home Monday
from Dallas, Texas, where they went
to bury J. A. Poole, husband of Mrs
Poole.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

A. P. SCRUGGS, Lawyer. Large ex-
perience. Handles all law cases
2310 North Twenty-second street.
Webster 1852
The monitor., 1928-02-10

The next meeting of the Trustee
Helpers club will be held at the home
of Mrs. L. Strawther, 1920 Willis
avenue. An open meeting, all visit
ors are welcome. A splendid pro-
gram and refreshments free.
The monitor., 1928-02-10

home with cold.
The Martha Washington, Virginia
waffle and country sausage break
fast for 25 cents will be served at
thethe home of Mrs. l.. Strawther,
Monday, February 21st, from a. M
to p. M, 1920 Willis avenue by the
Trustee Helpers club of st. Johns
A. M. E. church. Public invited.
FIVE ROOMS partly modern. Near
carline. Also Broom apartment
and 7room apartment, partly mod
ern. All near carline Call WE.
4810.
Mrs. Henry Moore, 2618 Binney
street, is spending the winter at Gin
cinnati, Ohio.
The next meeting of the Trustee
Helpers club will be held at the home
of Mrs. L. Strawther, 1920 Willis
avenue. An open meeting, all visit
ors are welcome. A splendid pro-
gram and refreshments free.
A. P. SCRUGGS, Lawyer. Large ex-
perience. Handles all law cases
2310 North Twenty-second street.
Webster 1852.
Mrs. Sallie Poole and nephew, J.
Bedford, returned home Monday
from Dallas, Texas, where they went
to bury J. A. Poole, husband of Mrs
Poole.
FOR RENT-Five room cottage with
garden spot. Modern. Rent rea-
sonable. Near carline.
Miss Sarah Valesca Williams, sis
ter of Mrs. Saybert Hanger, left for
Pittsburgh, Pa, Friday night for an
indefinite stay with her sister.
FOR RENT-Two modern furnished
rooms, $3.50 to $3.50 with kitchen
privileges. Webster 1929
The Woman's Auxiliary of St. Phil
ip's Episcopal church held very well
attended and interesting meeting at
the residence of Mrs. Tony jackson,
BIT Corby street, last Thursday af.
ternoon.
Rev. +. II. Mcdonald will ordain
five deacons at Mount Olive church,
Thirtieth and r street, Sunday after.
noon.
Meet me at Dreamland hall for the
Charity Costume ball February ID,
given for the benefit of the day nurs-
cry by the l.. c. A. club. Prizes will
be given for the most unique and
comic costumes. Music by the Mite
Owls-Adv. sst
The Sunday school of Mount Olive
Baptist church gave reception Fri
day evening in honor of Miss Halle
Johnson, who graduated in the mid
year class at South High school
FOR SALE-One half acre, 2611
Binney street, fruit, Groom house,
double garage, store room above.
Inquire at 1916 Writ street. Web
ster 1890.
Mrs. Susie Pardon of st. Louis,
Mo, spent the weekend as the guest
of Mr.. and Mrs. T. P. Mahammitt,
Zig North Twenty-fifth street
Mrs. Pardon is the daughter of the
late Bishop Charles Spencer Smith of
Detroit, Mich, and niece of the late
Mrs. Lucy Thurman, noted temper.
ance lecturer.
Meet me at Dreamland hall for the
Charity Costume ball February ID,
given for the benefit of the day nurs-
cry by the l.. c. A. club. Prizes will
be given for the most unique and
comic costumes. Music by the Mite
Owls.-Adv.
The Feast of Seven Tables will be
given Friday, February II, at Cleaves
Temple, Twenty-fifth and Decatur
streets. Musical program and re-
freshments. Admission rs cents
Adv
intercollegiate Club Gives
Musical Tea Sunday Afternoon
The beautiful home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Jasper E. Brown, 1888 Miami
street, was the scene of very ex-
cellent musical program last Sunday
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08

been seer in pictures as the mimi
table Penrod. plays the part Of the
boy singer who a away from home
to do the thing he knew he could do
hest
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
Potato Demand
In Big Markets
Strength ening

A gradual strengthening in the de-
mand for new potatoes vas indi-
Gated in reports form the Northern
distributing centers Saturday after
moo and Monday morning, indicating
u gradual improvement in market
conditions.
The Sugarland, Wharton and Eagle
Lake sections expected Z start ship
ments this week, and the Hastings,
Fla, section is now nearing the peak
Of its movement. The Valley mas be-
tween 100 and 200 cars to move, ac-
cording to growers estimates.
The Hastings potato association
has encountered the same conditions
on the market as the Valley shippers,
as is indicated by the following re-
port from that associasion:
"The trade is expressing consider
able wonder owe the market situa-
tion. Last year at this time nearly
three times as many cars OF potatoes
had been rolled, and the price at
that time was 81 higher. With the
government report indicating the
movement Of more than 10000 cars
Of old potatoes for the season to date.
and the total movemsn. Of old pota-
toes as reported in the government
bulletins being just ABOUT the same
figure as the entire OH potato owe
ment last year, authorities here be-
lieve that the prevailing prices of
$5.50G6 on new potatoes are out OF
line with the present sJpp.y and the
probable future shipments"
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08

will have q doctor and two nurses on
duty "a hours daily.
General Hulen in his statement
says that every person desiring to
attend the convention will be prop
erly housed. Contrary TO many re-
ports that Houston would not be able
to accommodate the thousands ex-
pected, surveys show srch reports to
be unfounded.
Actual construction work Of the
s175.O 900 Democratic Coliseum will be
completed 80 days before date Of the
convention. The building proper Is
completed and decorating and placing
Of seats is now going forward.
other Houston committees in charge
Of arrangements phases are active,
and latest reports indictae n Of the
best organized conventions In his
tory.
Arrangements for delegates. alter
mates, newspaper men and visitors
are believed the most elaborate ever
provided for a political Gathering.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
Irene Rich Stars
In Dittmann Film

"The Golden Web" the first Of the
Greater Gotham productions which
comes 10 the Dittmann theater TODAY.
contains every basic element Of non
ular appeal. The author, r. PhilIins
O~ppenheim is one of the most pop
ular writers Of present day fiction
and "The Golden Web" is acclaim
ed as one Of .he very best Of his
many successful novels.
TIE producers assert that IN
screening this story they have made
absolutely no changes in the struc-
ture Of the story and that the photo
play IS as close 70 he book al IL Il
possible 10 make IL.
The story tells Of n man who
has fought his way 70 the ton in
business. AT the very moment Of
his greatest financial and social suc-
cess he finds himself caught in the
meshes of the golden web Of husi-
ness and absolute ruin faces him
Forgotten events OF his past now
confront him and threatens his i'm
mediate downfall. He becomes IN
volved in a case Of blackmail and
eventually a murder trial. He masses
through this trying period which
brings about his entire moral regen-
ration.
The production was directed hy
Walter Lang. a coming screen genius
and in the cast will be found such
sterling screen favorites as Lillian
Rich. secured through courtesy Of
Cecil B. De Mile, Huntly Gordon. a
very popular leading man. jay Hunt
star Of lightning" Lawfo-d David
son and Boris Karioff.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
ADVANCE
REGISTRATION
Convention Heads Try
To Accommodate
Houston Visitors

HOUSTON, Tex, Nay 3.--An ap-
peal was issued here today by Cen
eral John A. Eulen, chairman Of the
housing committee TO- the demo-
cratic national convention, urging
that every person planning 10 attend
the convention register in advance
with this committee, which has head
quarters in the democratic building.
Plans are being made to accommodate
every person throughout the United
States who desire to attend, but in
order to properly provide rooms re-
servations should be mad IN ad-
vance.
While hotel accommodations in
Houston are inadequate Tor the extra
ordinary service required for the
convention, all delegates, ~alternates,
newspaper men and working person
mel OF the convention will be pro-
vided with first-class hotel rooms.
An additional $4,000 will be housed
in apartments, downtown buildings
and private homes. A number Of
school buildings, just completed,
equipped with all modern convent
ences, will be used for housing many
visitors.
A number Of Houstcnisns who have
summer homes on the Gulf and Gal
weston Bay, plan to lease their entire
homes, servants, motor cars and
chauffeurs to those attending the
convention who desire such complete
accommodations. These facilities
will be available at prices much less
than similar accommodations at no.
tells.
Tourist camps, with paved streets,
water. sewerage and electric lights
will be available with parking space
for 10000 cars. These camps will be
provided with telephone service, and
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
Big Melon Crop
Is Forecast In
Unirr;gated Area

RAYMoNDVILLE, May s.-The
heavy rain Thursday night, which
thoroughly drenehed the unirrigated
area Of the Valley, practically as
sures an excellent crop Of water
melons, according to reports receiv-
ed from growers. Between 1000 n
5000 acres have been planted to
melons in this part of the Valley,
the principal acreage being on the
Landa lands near Yturrai and in the
Lasara and San Perlita sections.
Melons have attained fair size, and
the movement in carload lots is ex-
pected to start next week. The crop
IS later than usual, owing to the dry
weather early in the season.
The San Perlita section will also
ship several carloads Of tomatoes,
growers reporting the crop in ex-
cellent condition.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
Rivoli Film Stars
AL Jolson In Cast

When "The Jazz Singer" which
Warner Bros. will present at the
Rivoli today. Wednesday and Thurs
day, with Al Jolson in the leading
role, was being filmed, certain Of the
spectacular features included a pic
lure Of both the interior and eXter-
Tor of the Winter Garden, where Mr..
Jolson had achieved his great sue
cesses in musical comedy. II became
necessary 70 obtain cordons Of police
10 keep the crowds in order that
had assembled.
A period Of four months was re-
quired for the actual making Of "The
Jazz Singer" May McAvoy, dainty
and winsom star Of the screen, was
the unanimous choce for the part
of Mary Dale, the tiny toe-dancer in
the play, whose love and devotion
were instrumental in helping Jack
Robin, the Jazz singer-played by al
Jolson-to achieve his success and
bring happiness TO both Of them.
Warner GLAND is cast rs Cantor
Rabinowitz: Eugene Besserer is the
mother, and Bobby Gordon. who has
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
Day in Congress
(By The Associated Press)

lby Inc Associated LEeSsJ
Tuesday:
Senate continues tax debate as
house takes up revised Mississippi
river flood control conference re-
port and merchant marine and fish
cries legislation on calendar.
Senate campaign funds committee
goes TO Baltimore to take testimony
Of Governor Richie and plans to
take Reed report here in afternoon.
Salt creek leases again come before
senate oil committee behind closed
doors.
Cotton price inquiry continues be-
fore one senate agriculture sub-com-
mittee, while another considers Hau-
gen "slack filled package" bill.
Great Lakes channel improvement
project before house rivers and har-
bors committee.
House banking committee takes up
strong proposal to amend federal re-
serve act.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
Dig Test Spuds
Early Next Week
tsreciaI No. 1he nerald.)

SAN BENITO. May s.-Prepara-
tions are Icing made for the digging
early next week Of potatoes in the
Cameron county test plot, according
to Henry Alsmeyer. county agricul-
tural agent.
The potatoes arc planted on the
test plot OF the Mitchell Orr farm
in Los Fresnos, a definite amount
Of some two dozen different seed
potatoes having been planted. In this
way accurate reports on the yield Of
the various kinds of seed potatoes are
secured, and are tabulated from year
to year by the agricultural agent Of
the county.
The agent also arranges to de-
termine the value of various kind Of
fertilizer and spray through tests in
connection with this plot.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08

Ringworm.-One bottle Of Imperial
Eczema Remedy Is guaranteed to be
enough for any case. All druggists
are authorized to refund your money
IL il fails.-Adv. ca
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
Stop That Itching

Use Blue Star Soap as a cleanser
then apply Blue Stsr Remedy for
Eczema, itch, letter. ringworrn,
poison oak, dandrusf, children's
sores, cracked hands, sore feet, and
most forms Of itching skin diseases.
IL kills germs, stops the itching,
usually restoring the skin to health.
Soap Csc. Blue Star Remedy $1.00.
Ask your druggist.-Adv.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-05-08
GIVE PAGEANT

MISSION, May S.-A beautiful and
instructive pageant was given at the
evening hour in the First Methodist
church Sunday, under the direction
Of Mrs. George Mitchell. The pro-
gram was representative Of the work
inrs of the church and Sunday school
in general. The lighting effect was
excellent, and the program instruc-
aksn-
Evening star., 1928-02-14
DR.. Samuel s. Adams.

The medical profession and the COM
mQnlty have suffered joint loss In the
death Il! Samuel Ehugert Adams In his
seventy sixth year Born In the Ma
tlonsI Capital and the passessor OF d
ong and impressive record Of useful.
ness and kindliness To all with whom
he came in contact. DR.. Adams died
almost literally in harness" II Is the
thought ~ those who knew him best
hat he would have preferred IL that
way
HIS professional aoesinments were ad-
mjt1ed " De second only " his courtesy,
sffsDiIity and strength u personality,
and this Ia high praise. For decades
nik ssll sEd knowledge Ia pediatrits
was widely acknoH ledged. while his se-
uyilies Ia connection with The Medical
Spcisiy III the District On behalf III
heslth cfiisadek placed him high In ths
ranks VI civic bensfacDis. He WAS one
'ot the original organizers ~ the day
n2TtI.ee Slieh nave proven 10 valuable