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Evening star., 1928-03-14
FIFTH WOMAN TO TRY.
Miss Maekay Latest Of Woman Flyers
to Try Atlantic Flight.

NEW YORK. March IL CP.-Mis:
Elsie Mackay. II she Is aboard the
naonoplane Endeavour with Capt. Wal
ter q. r. Hmchliffe ON It's night 70
America, Is the NTH woman to attempt
a transatlantic crossing. The four pre-
vious attempts failed.
Two OF the flights. those of Mrs
Frances wilson Grayson and Princess
I.owenstein. .Wertheim. ended fatally
Ruth Elder Was forced down on the
Azores after q flight from New York,
and Lilli Dilienz. Viennese actress. got
little more than q sniff OF salt air In
her attempted hight 20 America with
two German aviatorS.
Miss Dillenx fiew TO the Azores In the
Junker plane D-i3So. but was forced
to abandon her trip there when re-
peated mishapS held the big seaplane 70
the water.
Miss Mackay. who Is IS yeara old. Is
one of the pioneer woman aviatorS al
England and q licensed pilot, She was
licensed five years ago and III 1928 was
elected 10 the advisory committee Of the
Pilots of the Air League. the ftrst
woman to be given hand in the con-
troll Of British aviation.
She was known In the movies and
the courts as Poppy Wyndham, wife
OF Capt, Denis Wyndhana. whom she
met while serving ~ q nurse IN her
mothers hoSpital during the war, Cut
on by her father when she married
Capt. Wyndham. who before the war
was an actor. she went into the movies
and became n popular favorite In Eng
land.
She returned to her fathers home In
1922 after securing an annulment ot
her marriage ON the grounds that she
and her husband had not complied with
the is-day residence rule required IN
Scotland. where they had gone for the
ceremony.
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|NAW PLAN HITS .
HOUSE OPPOSITION
Foes of $274,OOO,O0O Lose
Fight 10 Delay Progress
of Cruiser Bill.

Open hostilitics by handful OF
members marked the initial appearance
of the $274 100000 warship construc-
ton program on the floor Of the House
yesterday.
Even before the bill by Chairman
Butler of the naval committee, to pro-
vide for the proposed Is cruisers and
one aircraft carrier, had been made the
order of formal bsiness. Representa-
tive La Guardia. Republican. OF New
York. had the floor protesting against
the procedure under which 10 would
be considered.
The New Yorker, who said he was
opposed to the program, contended that
there were two factions In the opposing
camp and that each Of these should
be allotted a definite amount Of time
to present their arguments.
Fav0rs Submarines.
The dispute developed when Chair
man Smell OF the committee controlling
legislative procedure suggested that the
time for debate be controlled by Chair
man Butler. representing supporters OF
the program. and Representative Nc
Clintic, Democrat. Oklahoma. the sole
member OF the naval committee pro-
testing against its provisions
McClintic. who favors construction of
submarines rather than cruisers, joined
La Guardia In the unsuccessful attempt
to have the New Yorker control a part
of the time. The two lost when the
House voted 32l to 13 to 60 ahead as
Smell had suggested.
A second unsuccessful effort to block
consideration of the bill was made by
La Guardia.
Once the bill gained the right of way,
Representative Andrew. Republican.
Massachusetts,. who drafted the naval
committee report on the measure. OPEN
ed discussion by urging House approval
Of the proposed construction He said
the cruisers and aircraft carrier would
provide only for immediate needs. that
the ships were not proposed In a spirit
OF competition with other powers and
that when completed the American
Navy still would be second to that of
Great Britain.
Arguing that submarines and devel-
opment OF aircraft carriers rather than
cruisers would constitute a better naval
defense. McClintic criticized naval Of
ficers for lack OF vision on the value
OF aviation In warfare" He also took
to task Admiral Hilary p. Jones. who
headed the American delegation to the
Geneva Conference on Limitation Of
Naval Armament. The admiral, he
said. had a pro- British viewpoint in
the parley. as "he had been In Eng
land for nearly two years prior to the
conference and had been consulting
with the British admiralty"
Chairman Butler Defended Jones.
McClintic claimed that his proposal!
gave five times as much protection as
ment. either on land or sea. will be
fought without aviation as q major
arm" he added.
Consideration OF the measure went
over until tomorrow.
Evening star., 1928-03-14
ACTOR TO READ DICKENS
SKETCHES TO AID FUND
Frank speaight Will Appear at
Memorial Continental Hall Friday
Under Wellesley Club Auspicea

Arrangements have been COMPLETED
for the appearance here Friday Of
Prank Speaight. the English character
actor. whose Dickens Interpretations
have brought him Worldwide rscogni-
ton
The Washington wellesley Club made
the arrangements for the Dickens night.
which will be staged at Memorial Con-
tinental Hall. All proceeds from the
sale OF tickets viii be placed In the
Marion X, Rrockings Wellesley scholar
ship fund. out OF which is annually
provided a sufficient sum 10 esianle 3
washington girl OF limited finaSciai re-
sources to attend Wellesley Cclsege.
The program decided on hy M.
Speaixht provides for interpretive
sketches OF croSS-Sectica from the
gallery Of Dickens immortal creations
II VIII include such incidents as Boots
at the Holly Tree mn." Bob SawSerx
Party" Grandfather Sn,silwee6 and
'"rhe Fickwick!ans at Bath"
Tickets may be secured at pn>cpS
At 1900 q street. and also at the SKY
lark Book Shop. at 1891 X street
Evening star., 1928-03-14

As IL Jurors looked wtatfilly on, two
police officeYs mounted the witness
stand IN Police Court today and. at the
expressed command OF the assistant
United states attorney prosecuting the
case. each took a drink from half
gallon lar which had been introduced
In evidence and pronounced the liquid
ID contained to he corn whisky, An
other otticer and u Government ehemist
also we're put on the stand, hut were
allowed merely to smell the alleged
iiouor, They also agreed that II aMelled
like corn whisky. The Incident occurred
During the trial ot Emery f0uns. col.
ored, who was charged with transperta-
ton and possession OF liquor, lie was
acquitted, despite the testimony of the
afticets. when Judge Robert E, Mat
tinsly directed a verdict In his favor on
the around that the fluid In the lar was
not oompstently idenlitisd a. intoxleat'
WA uQhpks Il - s,.s.. 4v-..,.4s .,.s. .se. s.s -.
Evening star., 1928-03-14
Policemen Drink Alleged Liquor in Court
In Effort to Prove 1t Is Genuine Corn

Young was arrested at 4 o'clock ~,
the morning Of March ) by Policeman
Allan n, Baker OF the sixth precinct,
tIe had been IN an automobile accident
at Third and II streets and gallons
Of alleged corn whisky we're found IN
his car,
Due 10 an oversight. the eontiscateSi
ttuid had not been tested by chemists.
and the Government heped tn prove
that II Was corn whisky by the testi~
nnny Of witnesses AoeardingN the
haiiift Was sent to scour the eogriduGs
ot the courthouse for experienced
nolieemen He brought IN Sesat q,
], Isttesman and Detective William r,
burke. both OF the vice squat and
Headquarters Detective Howard w,
smith, both tettesman and burke
took a small taste et the liquid, asnith
and the ehemlSt. nr, Albert A. spear
assisted IN only smelling h, Robert l,
Muller ,NAa counsel t& IaRnx. x-..~.-~
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be easily distinguished in the air by It's
shining gold wings.
The plane was reported three times
S the early stages Of the flight-from
MSen Head, q cape of Southern Ire
land; from q ship ITO miles of the
Irish coast, and from an unnamed
steamer -four days out OF Bordeaux" ="
The latter message was picked up by
an amateur radio operator. George w.
Dawson of New York. 1t had been relay
ed by the French steamer Rousillon.
which said the unnamed ship reported
"a large plane high overhead and flying
west"
Capt. Hinchcliffe's ship is a stoci:
model Stinson Detroiter. purchased on
his mystery trip to this country last
December. and Is equipped with a
Wright Whirlwind motor. 1t has cruis-
ing speed Of los miles an hour. serv-
ice ceiling of $4,000 feet and a gas con-
sumption of 1lE2 gallons an hour.
London reported the plane carried $50
gallons of gas, which would give 1t a
cruising range of over 5000 miles,
enough TO safely carry 1t to Harbor
Grace. New Foundland, a distance OF
a little over 2.000 miles from the take
of point, by the great circle route. but
hardly enough for a flight to New York.
unless favorable tail winds speeded the
passage.
All preparations were being made at
Mitchell and Curtiss Fields, Long Island,
for receiving the plane.
Hinchcliffe took of in the face OF
opposition from the British air ministry
and all sorts of personal difficulties.
Even his selection Of an American plane.
a duplicate Of the Brock-Schlee trans
atlantic ship. drew unfavorable COM
ment from EngliShmen.
The White Star liner Cedric, 800
miles out of New York. In radio mes
sage to the Radio Corporation OF
America at 6:25 o'clock this morning,
said It vas running into a north gale.
The ship reported It had not sighted
the monoplane Endeavour. The liners
course. however, IS about 200 miles
south Of that which the plane was be-
heved following.
BOSTON. March Il R.-Flying
weather vas poor today along the New
England Coast Should Capt. Hinch-
life approach this vicinity today in his
flight from England he would encounter
dense fog.
Indications In Boston were for rain
later In the day. The wind was very
light and q little south Of east.
Along Long Island the weather also
was overcast and cloudy. with fog as
far as New York.
Evening star., 1928-03-14
TWO PURSE SNATCHERS
CAPTURED AFTER CHASE
Woman's Scream Attracts Two
Other Men, Who Capture
Pair and Regain Money.

Hearing the screams OF a woman who
had just had her purse snatched by
two colored men MS she was walking at
Second and C streets last night, two
civilians pursued and captured the ac-
cused and recovered her pocketbook.
Miss Omah E. Mccoy, 3O4 East Capt.
tol street was approached by the two
men. who suddenly anatched her pocket
book. containing money and a watch.
and ran of. She screamed. Charles
HiSeY. 40 Third street. and William
r. Weisman. 1929 Half street southwest,
chased the men and overpowered them.
turning them over later 10 Patrolman
John Schenring Of The twelfth pre-
cinct. where they were charged with
robbery.
They gave the names OF J. Daren
Chiids. 10 years Ole. 400 ! street south
east, and James Mills. 20 years old, SIT
u street southeast
Evening star., 1928-03-14
No Sound Reason 10 Be
Urged Against Franchise
ny EDWIN e. saANDEkBuR6,

Gsnef8l GbuHssI Washington HDaff of Trade
No sound objection can be urged for
refusing t0 extend the right 0f franchise
Ia the citizens of the District NJ E0ilIm =
bis BY no stretch of The Imagination
csn IL be cDsiaed the people of the Dis
tIirl are not GGmpetent ~ iuteiiigeutiy
exercise the right of franchise II this
rioht is valuable and good Tor The people
If the States. then oif people should
nsye lie same right II II IL bad and
unsafe j,l the hands oi our people. then
IL is equally bad snd unsafe for the
people II the States, But where WIZ
y4i md 9 Congressman hhs'n9 ita
temerity 10 cay thst u IL bad iDr tie
people at mis- staLef
The oi,p0h,t.oa 0p ibs Pal VI esIssli
Evening star., 1928-03-14

entered into by the executive of Me
aragua and the liberal party leaders.
One Of the difficulties Is that political
leaders do not wish to be In the posi-
tion OF giving legal approval to the
terms OF the agreement with respect TO
the supervision Of the elections as on
the stump considerable capital can be
made against any one who agreed to
what has been termed a surrender Of
sovereignty. There is. on the other
hand. some doubt as to the constitu-
tionaf status of the membership Of the
present Nicaraguan Congress. The hold
ing or an election. however, is deemed
here to be essential and already it
Is taken for granted that the winning
candidate In an election supervised by
the United States Government will De
accorded recognition And recognition
means moral support as wen as
physical aid By the United States Il
requested by the new executive 10 pro-
tect life and property i. revolution
should come.
tCopyriSht 1871
Evening star., 1928-03-14
An Un-American Paradox.
By E. c. GRAHAM.
WASHINGTON Roarsi Of Trade.

| President. Washington board OF TRADE.
It is a singular paradox that the peo
pie of the District OF Columbia shoult
stand before the world as one Of the
remaining strongholds of ancient ant
despotic theories of government, against
which the fathers Of this country sc
i vigorously fought. III Washington, the
Capital of the greatest republic of al
times. there are $4,000 persons whose
political privileges are severed by the
fact that they arc residents in the very
heart of the democracy. II seems
strange that such a conflicting con-
dition exists III our National Capital
without raising more indignation, not
only i'll Washington itself. but through
out the land.
The old arguments, which are based
on the now ancient Philadelphia epi-
sode, are ridiculous i'll the light OF mod
ern conditions and serve only to cmpha-
size the frailty Of the arguments made
ure. which would make the residents
of this country's Capital really Ameri-
can citizens.
In its history OF forty years the
Washington Board OF Trade has con-
stantly directed its energies toward a
remedy for this.
Here We of the oder generation are
somewhat reconciled to our political
ignoniny. yet in the very public schools
of the heart of the Nation there are
at present 10000 young people being
reared with no prospects of their right
as American citizens to participate in
the activities of Government. The seri-
ous responsibilities of franchise. the
necessity of earnest thought on rational
issues. of careful choice of Government
officials and all those elements which
should be impressed upon every young
mind, as future citizens. are totally
lacking in Washington. They have for
their outlook the old autocratic theory
that their duty is but TO pay taxes, to so
10 war. to obey laws and regulations in
the creation OF which they have no
voice or participation.
OF all the people who are particular
IL qualified to vote. from a point of
view Of intelligence. the people of Wash
ington are eminentlv in the lead. What
this Nation expects of the citizens Of the
District of Columbia, what sacrifice
and support it has received. alone mcr-
its reward in the form of the right of
representation in both houses CT Con-
gress, the right to participate in the
election of the Nations Chief Executive.
to receive the protection and privileges
OF others in Federal courts. The ex-
isting condition. with respect to nation
al representation in Washington, Is 4
shame on Nation which boasts its
democracy and freedom TO the world.
In the time TO come I advocate more
vigorous and more aggressive measures
in order that this ridiculous situation
with respect to the Nations Capital
may promptly cease.
Evening star., 1928-03-14
Hickman's Pal Gets Life.

LOS ANGELES, March IL IA'i.-~-.
Welby Hunt. codetendant Of William
Edward Hickman. yesterday was sen-
fenced tn lite imprisonment at San
Quentin for the Staying 1 G, Ivy
Toms. Rose ittll druggist
Evening star., 1928-03-14
FAMILIES AWAIT NEWS,
widely Separated Households Eager
for Word Of Ocean Flight.

LONDON. March IL tpl~~Wtthm
two widely separated English homes
anxious families today were awaiting
news from the transatlantic plane en-
dcavor now ON an attempt to conquer
the Atlantic from east To west
One hotae WaS the palatial residence
Evening star., 1928-03-14
BELGIAN QUEEN KISSED.

Five Arrested After Demonstration
At Maliues.
BRUSSELS. Belgium. March Il L{s,.
lie Libre Belgique says Queen Elisa
beth was Kissed by Flemish cx-
tremists while visiting Malincs Ca
thedrai yesterday.
Five demonstrators were arrested.
Evening star., 1928-03-14
BAND CONCERT.
TONIGHT.

BY the United States Marine Band
Orchestra Al the Marine barracks
Al sl5 O'clock.
Ride Of The Valkyries," from The
Walk yfies"
Prelude 10 die Meistersinger.
Freiiide and "lsGlde's Love Death" from
Tristan and Isolde"
Entrance II the Gods In Walhall. 3"
from 'Rheingoid"
"siegfried Idyl"
Overture. "fannhauser
Marines hymn, The Halls OF Monte
yuma"
THE Star spsDgied Banner"
TOMORROW,
by the United States Soldiers Home
Baud Orchestra, al Stanley Hail, al
$40 O'Clock, John r. M Zimmerman
bandinaaisf.
March Liberty Day" ".,,...,, Xamecnik
Overture, "Makanitlie" ...,.,..., Auhei
Original. n Melody IN A Flat"
Iimmermanfl
Gems from musical comedy, Mary
Jane Mcf3hane". .t.....,.,.Y Ynumannl
POS ir0t popular. "Aflef MY Laughter
Came 1.hTh" ",.t4,tt..+t,t,f.t.I Iohiht
Waltz kuiie, "Gaieiy f...t,, Waidteufe
Finale. Back IN Your Own Yard
Al joiner
THE slaf saspglsd AAlaasI." -!
Evening star., 1928-03-14
MAI. HESSE DENIES
"DRINKING HABITS"
TO HOUSE PROBERS

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Evening star., 1928-03-14
CHAM0hR0 MAKING
FRESH TROUBLE FOR
U. S. IN NICARAGUA

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Evening star., 1928-03-14
NO WORD RECEIVED
OF BRITISH FLYERS
DUE IN U. S. TODAY

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Evening star., 1928-04-11
Big League Clubs Sized Up

on left side of infield and in outer
works.
CUBS -- Infield only outstanding
weakness, but team as good pennant
prospect as any If it is only half as
good as the outfeld. Cuyler, Wilson
and Stephenson one of the greatest
trios in game. Club also has best catch
er in league, Hartnett, and capable
pitching staff with one big star, Root.
GIANTS-Chances depend on how
well Cohen fills Hornsbys shoes at sec
ond base. Rest of infield first class.
catching and outfield improved and
team as whole in better starting shape
than year ago. Pitching staff needs
Aldridge.
BRAVES-Fired with Spirit Of IA"
by addition Of Hornsby and Bell to in
field. Pitching staff has big possibili-
ties, but outheld below standard.
REDS-One Of greatest second sack
ers in game, Critz, and good twtrling
troupe led by Cuban, Adolfo Luque.
Like Giants, club in better starting
condition than in 1927.
ROBINS - Another dark horse I"
Greatest pitching staff in either league,
led by Vance and Petty, but infield
still weak despite steadytng influence
of Bancroft. Quantity in outfielders,
but quality questionable.
Notwithstanding choice for
last place, outclassed by all other clubs
despite work of few outstanding stars
such as Jimmy Wilson, Fresco Thomp-
son and Fred Leach. Star pitcher,
Ulrich, in hospital.
Evening star., 1928-04-11
AMERICAN.

YANKEES,-Same band of MUIR
derous maulers, same seasoned inner
and outer defense without the prospect
of a weak spot unless 1t develops be-
bind the bat or on the mound, where
some veterans are missing and others
slowing up.
ATHLETICS.--Brai plus plenty Of
reserve strength available If the aging
legs of Cobb, Speaker and others slow
up the machine too much. Plenty of
punch and great pitching prospects, If
the staff is in shape, as well as the
best catching in the league.
NATIONALS.-Excell defense and
helped by Sisters bat, some pitching
uncertainties and question marks at
shortstop and centerfleld.
TIGERS.-Powerfula attack. revamped
and strengthened inffeld, but pitching
doubtful unless Whitehall and Gibson
stage comebacks.
WHITE SOX.-1927 model of the old
"hitless wonders" Flashy defense with
Sl23 900 cog in Bill Cissell Two great
pitchers in Lyons and Thomas, but
more punch needed.
INDIANS.-Reorgan process
still under way and not much prospect
of doing better than last year. Pitchers
look good, but inner and outer defense
not up to first division standard.
BROWNS.--AlmoSt an entire new
cast, but act not improved enough TO
escape depths. Pitching staff has pos
sibilities and outfield has real star in
Schultz.
RED SIX.--In same class with
Browns More punch with Ken Will
liamS in outfield, but main hope is to
get out of eighth place.
Evening star., 1928-04-11
Criffmen Greeted by Chilly
Weather on Arrival I'm Hub

The Hub second sacker dashed far TO
his left to scoop up with one hand a
sharp grounder and threw out the feet
Samyouell.
T0dts alertness kept an error from
Rothrock in the fourth inning. After
taking a throw that forced out Bluege
at second Rothrock heaved to get ellis
for a double play. The throw went
above Todt's head and Grant headed
for second. Todt, though, got the ball
on the rebound from the fleld-box wall
and pegged it to Regan well ahead Of
Gillis.
Regan and R0thrOck looked good
around the second sack for the Red
Sox. Between them they took care Of
16 chances, many of them more diff
cult than the average.
Taitt must be a whale Of an out
fielder to be in the Red Sox lineup.
He certainly cannot be rated much Of
a hitter. Carrigan has placed him sew
enth in the list and, according to his
performance yesterday, that is where
he belongs. In four trips to the plate
he famed once, twice dribbled the ball
to the infield and opened the big Bos-
ton seventh with fuky single.
Maybe the Nationals will develop
some punch here. They surely lacked
it at home yesterday. But eight hits
bounced of their bats and half of them
were credited to Judge.
Evening star., 1928-04-11

" OSTON. April II. Overcoat
- weather prevailed here when the
H. morning. Maybe the chill in the
air will force the athletes to
keep on their toes during the series.
At times recently, the Washington
crowd certainly has needed something
to pep 1t up.
Bill Carrigan was not expected to
warm up a couple of pitchers before
this afternoons game as he did in
Washington yesterday. Harold Wiltse.
southpaw, was regarded a sure choice
as starting hurler in the Beantown in
auguraI while Charley Ruffing, mounds
man of orthodox persuasion, Is the
popular pick for tomorroWs Boston
pitching.
There Is no doubt as to Joe Judges
popularity with Washington fans. They
gave him q floral horseshoe just before
the game, and when he first stepped
to bat he drew a fine hand. Judge
crossed all jinxes by whacking single.
Many of the thousands at hand re-
membered Buddy Myer, who used to
shortstop for the Nationals. Buddy,
who is third-basing for the Red Sox,
was roundly applauded when he came
up for his initial batting turn.
In the third inning Regan made a
spectacular play at Rice's expense.
Evening star., 1928-04-11
Another Base Ball Opener With the Red Sor
GOOD WEATHER RULES
FOR OPENERS TODAY

Clear weather prevails at Boston
where the Nationals will help the
Red Sox open their season today.
and reports from the other seven
cities where base ball Is due to be
inaugurated indicate there Is little
likelihood Of any being marred by
rain.
Weather conditions and the start
ing times of the games listed for the
ma j0r circuits this afternoon follow:
AMERICAN LEAGUE
New York at Philadelphia, cloudy.
pm. standard.
Washington at Boston, clear, 3
pm, standard.
Cleveland at Chicago, clear, 3 pm,
standard.
st. Louis at Detroit. clear, 3 pm,
standard.
NATIONAL LEAGUE.
Boston at New York, cloudy, $3.50
pm, standard.
Philadelphia at Brooklyn, cloudy,
$3.50 pm, standard.
Chicago at CINCINNATI, cloudy,
2:30 pm, standard.
Pittsburgh at st. Louis, clear,
pm, standard.
Evening star., 1928-04-11
SAM JONES IS ILL
IN BED IN BOSTON

BOSTON, April 11.--Sam Jones,
member OF the Nationals pitching
staff, went on the sick list immedi-
ately after the clubs arrival here
this morning.
Feeling badly at Washington yester-
day and leaving that city against the
advice of the club physician, Jones,
with temperature close to 1O3 de-
grees, was forced to take TO bed when
he arrived at the hotel.
Physicians were called in and 1t
was expected his illness would be
diagnosed this afternoon.
He was suffering with a stomach
disorder principally at Washington
yesterday and this morning a cold
added to his discomfort.
Evening star., 1928-04-11
STILL Is DEBATING PLEA,
TO STOP 1927 TITLE GO

CHICAGO. April III Cp1<A Although
the Dempsey-Tunney Nght was put on
as scheduled here last September, the
United States Circuit Court Of Appeals
yesterday had before it q petition TO
stop the contest.
Rev. Elmer williams asked for an
injunction to stop the fight In the
District Court and 1t was refused. He
appealed TO the Circuit Court, which
Yesterday set q hearing on the appeal
for later In the month.