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SALESMAN.

To interview prospective members Of the
mated for membership by our members.
Men who consider themselves above the
will justify their efforts with US. Our plans
call for the erection, Of q million dollar So
cial and athletic club, with sleeping &C.
commodations for. two hundred members.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-12
FTOOR MANAGER.

A permanent position with a
future for an ambitious man who
has the necessary qualifications.
Apply Lansburgh & Bro, employ
nlent Office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-12

A REAL FUTURE
for young man with car. Men selected will
be under personal supervision of executive in
Washington if capable. will be advanced to
assistant manager. Write, stating qualif1ca-
lions, to Mr. Hartman. $40 Light st, Bal
timore, for appointment in Washington Feb.
49, IA and IS.
MEN, reliable, with identified
ton cards, can make big money.
Apply Mr.. Ryan, Black and
White and Yellow Cab Co., 1240
oath st. NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-12

Never mail original recommendations schen
onsioeYin1 advertisements for employment.
USE COPIES.
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ASSISTANT BUYER
Is needed for the women's coat
department of the Hecht Co.
For an experienced woman
knowing the business thorough
ly this exceptional opportunity
is offered. Best references re-
CURED. Apply, employment Of
fee, ga F st. NV.
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1--WE STOCK AND CATTLE.

PUBLIC FARM sALE--Ciosing-o ut sale Of
400 head of horses and mules, sheep. hogs
and cows. crops and personal property. fur
niture and everything that goes with fir&t-
class stock farm, CLARKESVILLE PIKE
STOCK FARM, ga miles from Ellieott CITY.
Md. r. J, Adams, owner.
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FRIGIDAIRE SALES CORPN.,
WASHINGTON BRANCH,
Will interview a few men, between
IS and 40 years Of age, who are
qualified to handle sales in local
territories; satisfactory financial
arrangements made with those
selected; successful applicants will
be given a thorough course of
training.
Our 1929 expansion program Is
so designed as to provide an ex-
ceptional opportunity for the man
who Is sincere and ambitious in
his desire to make a permanent
and profitable connection. Apply
in person to Mr.. Watson,
FRIGIDAIRE SALES CORPN.,
WASHINGTON BRANCH,
511 18th st. NV, Opposite Hotel
willard.
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ASSISTANT BUYER

ASSISTANT BUYER
For a growing linen department
in one of Washington's impor-
tant stores; an experienced
woman will find a worthwhile
situation for both present and
future. Answer, giving expert
ence and other qualifications.
Address Box 333-X. Star office.
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YOUNG MAN, high grad, under 81, Feb.
graduation class preferred, TO work until
Sept. IS. Exceptional opportunity to earn
college expenses If desired. Can be perma-
for Mr.. Dul9n, 1926 @ ST., to $50 Tuesday
evening.
YOUNG MAN, is to rs, with automobile;
part-tine work; salary. Call Main 1913
YOUNG MEN, 3, between the ages of Is
and so, to work with hypnotist. Cali Frank
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SITUATION--FEMALE.


ACCOMPANIED, wide experience. Quick
sight reader. Call Adams 7655. -
BOOKREEPER (Elliott-Fishe machine oper-
atop desires immediate position; references.
Call Adams 7l86.
BOOKKEEPER-TYPIST Of taking
full charge; reference. Address Box 494-Z,
Star office. 13s
CHILDRENS handmade smocks, reasonable.
Phone Columbia i72l-J.
DRESSMAKER, experienced, recently re-
turned from New York; out by day or at
home; references. Pot. 1927. l4l6 10th st.
NV.
DRESSMAKING. and remodeling, experi-
enced: out by day or at home. Call North
4851.
an expert. Phone Decatur. 474S. !, Write,
Madale. 1875 18th St. Nv. 80 =. = : !.
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BE SURE to call Notes before sell
ing furniture, or anything. Best
cash prEes. Phone District 8112.
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BARGAIN BASEMENT.
Fords, Chevrolet, Hudson,
Bucks, Studebakers, Auburn,
Dodges, Maxwell, etc.
All Below 500.
Make Your Own Terms.
Washington's Largest Used-Car
Store.
1925 l4th.
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EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES.

RUPHER's ExCHANdE-Honest,. reliable
s9sks d maids psTtRass general daT woF6
355l. fe25'
EMPLOYERs-WE FURNISH COMPETENT
help, once or domestic, with no charge to
Bldg. ist h and n. Z. ave ave. Main lis IS.
WANTED-Ynuns men and women stenog-
| raphers end hookkeepers. If you are g
are unemployed or are employed and. are
no, not satisfied with your position; get 4. IN
| fice employees are unusually brisk. and it
VII be our pleasure, to serve you. Only
posmnenss seeretar see0 slayer coese
18th st. NV.
POSITIONS Need IS applicants daily,
| bookkeepers. clerks, statesmen, ETC. Free req
! 1stration. Boyd's, 1888 @ NV. Main 1888.
HELP-FEMALE.
APPRENTICE APP LEN for beauty shop; must be
BUNDLE WRAPPER. Apply Mr.. Best, 1907
COMPANION for elderly lady in exchange for
lovely home in refined family; no salary
FOOD CHECKER for hotel out of town.
room and board. Apply es6 E st. NV.
GIRL, 1s. or over, refined, fair education,
and board ABBY ABBY Harriet ftiS Lane me" Hospitai
1854 Col. I'd, bet. and or and pm. 49,
GIRL wanted for buttonhole making and
telling. 612 F ST. NV, Room 40. l2N
GIRLS. colored. to work on electric sewing
machine. steady work; good pay after learn
Ing. Apply rear SIG 9th St Sc.
LADIES. Catholic. 2. for pleasant outside
work SAILING nS on cahoc fam Rae f SS
1343 H st. NV.
LADY. young. to help in lunch stand from
W W and u lunch PM i4o 10 1s st. 1 NV gun
LADIES' HAIR BARBER and finger and per-
manent waver: Greene'S. Suite 225 National
Press Bldg. Franklin 1852 between 8 and
NURSE, white, for 2 chldren; stay nights;
city references required. 1920 Mass. ave. w.
SALESwOMEN for outside work; household
neGiefsSites; short hours; $50 condtiqnat salary.
TYPIST, colored girl, efficient. from 9 to
Box AK. Star once. ''ll'N l-'lllS' .11-11s
WAITRESS wanted at 9O6 D st. NV.
WOMAN, over 81, to, sell internationally adj
Address Box 1857. Star office.
YOUNG GIRL. bright, ambitious, willing to
prefer high school education, but not es-
sential; stenography and typeWriting not
necessary. Address Box SIC, Star office.
YOUNG GIRL mattresses wanted for deli
catessen. iii Vermont ave. 1s*
YOUNG LADY-Attractive, between Is and
80, to solicit membership Washington Ath-
letic Club, for men only. Apply 600 South
ern Bldg, between 10 and IL am.
YOUNG WOMAN, with at least high school
training, for desirable out-of-town position,
where loyalty and faithfulness to duty will
be recognized and rewarded. Address Box
52-z Star Office.
YOUNG WOMAN, refined some experience in
restaurant to cashier breakfast, luncheon,
dinner; meals and $50 a mo. 14oo N. H. aye.
WOMAN OF REFINEMENT.
Wanted CD for travelling positions, paying
S2.500 first year, by one of Americas well
known
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OAKLAND. PONTIAC.
L. P. STEUART.

1929 Chevrolet 6 Coach. .$645
1923 Chevrolet Coach $500. 425
1927 Pontiac Coupe ....... 375
1927 Chevrolet Sedan ..... 325
1926 Velie Sedan ......... $50
1928 Chrysler Coupe (model
62) ................. S25
1923 Chrysler Sedan (62).. 825
1924 Auburn Sedan $3.50. 95
1927 Chevrolet Coupe 80. 325
1926 Chrysler Tour. Co.,. POS
1923 Oakland Coach $500. 675
1925 Hupp Touring ...... Us
1926 Dodge Sedan .......: $50
1926 Dodge Coupe ........ 325
1923 Pontiac Sedan 80. 675
1927 Chevrolet Cabriolet. :, $50
1925 Buick Coach ......- $50
1926 Ford Roadster ....... lis
1928 Chevrolet Rdstr. $500. 325
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-12

CLOTHING BOUGHT.
Mems clothing, shoes, etc. bousht; best
prices; auto calls. Main 4i45. Justh's Old
Stand, 6l9 p st. NV.
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MOTOR TRAVEL
RECOMMENDED SERVICE.

MIAMI, S23: TAMPA, s2l; JAx., SIT. CARO-,
Cars wanted Sterling Hotel. Main 5237
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-12

WOMAN OF REFINEMENT.
Wanted (2) for travelling positions, paying
s2.500 first year, by one of Americas well
known national organizations. The work is
not routine and offers exceptional oppor-
tunity for advancement; high school educa-
vestme1t required Do not telephone, call
in person; canvassers need not apply. Mrs.
Fred. La Eayette Hotel
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REATTTY pART.ORC

FREE MARCELs WEDNESDAY; OTHER
beauty culture work at nominal prices.
PERMANENT WAVE, SIS.
Open until pm. at 1925 N. H. ave-: until
" MABELLE HONOUR SCHOOL.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-12

CLOTHING BOUGHT.
Mems suits, topcoats, overcoats. Highest
prices paid. Sans. N. 6693. 10.
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EXPERIENCED MAN
IN BILLS PAYABLE.

pClISllSCd III WIS pay oDiS' OliiJ
those with experience in this
particular line need apply. State
qualifications. All applications
treated conhdentially. Address
Box 332-X, Star office.
SALESMAN WANTED.
Wonderful opening for man OF dignity and
refinement; a social proposition, meeting
only the best people; right man should earn
$4,000 to $4,000 annually; reference re-
CURED. See Mr.. Sledge, ZIG Investment
Bldg. between 10 and IL am. -
statesmen. :
2 young men, preferably married. for ra-
do dept. of one of Washington's largest
radio Dealers men seeking permanent con-
Apply Mr.. Albright, 4th Floor, Homer l..
KIT Co, 1880 q st. NV, between 10 am.
and - noon.
OIL BURNER SALESMAN
To join our sales organization in prepara
ton for the biggest oil-burner year in in
New headquarters occupying entire build
Ing at 1918 and 1920 N. Y. ave. NV, after
Largest oil-burner sales organization in
the South, selling the worlds greatest oil
burner.
Greatest user background is washington
We viii see you through financially and
otherwise. See Sales Manager, Silent Auto
matte Corp. of Washington, l2l4 NJ \. ave.
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Exceptional bargains have
been traded in on the
NEW WILLYS-KNIGHTS
AND WHIPPETS.
Buy Now at Winter Prices.

STERRETT & FLEMING, Inc.
5 SHOWROOMS.
One in Your Neighborhood.
604 H St. NE.
1711 14th St. NV.
Champlain St. at Kalorama Rd.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-12

MAN, between 81 and As, in real estate Of
Zee; small salary and commission; must
have auto; experiences desirable but no. abb
soluteiy necessary; good opening for the
right party. John NJ. King e. Co., 1908 18th
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PERSONAL.

Rugs, bedroom, dining room and living
room furniture all at reduced prices. It
Convenient terms. New Bargain House.
2004 14th st. North 3942. Open evenings
until g.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-12

Phone Main 1892 or Main $3.50.
WESCHLER'S, go PA. AVE. NV.
Household effects, merchandise, stocks, aus
tomobiles, etc. Thirty-seven years serving
the WASHINGTON public,
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RBSTOCKS E|RM..
IN PROFIT TAKING
Oil, Industrial and Mining
Issues Lead in Upward
Movement.
Dispatch to The Star.

Special Dispatch to The Star.
NEW YORK, August 29.-New York
curb stocks presented a strong front
today to q wave of liquidation by some
traders in preparation for the triple
holiday over the week end. OIL, indus
trial and mining issues led the forward
movement, while the utilities recovered
from early losses.
Cosden Oil crossed the century marx,
with an opening sale at 10l. setting Its
second consecutive high, but failed 10
hold its gain. Gulf Oil advanced 4
noints. Standard Oil of Indiana con-
tinued to gain on its absorption OF Fan
American Petroleum. international
petroleum and Humble were other
strong spots among the oils.
Dubilier Condenser continued its ao-
vance on the success OF its patent Htl-
CATION, again reaching a new maximum
at 20, Lair Liquide, the French SUCK
recently listed, also established announcer
peak at 81, later easing below its pre-
Vious close.
Crocker Wheeler fluctuated sensa-
tionally. It opened at AGO, of 20 points
from its previous sale, and then jumped
to 4e4, 49912 and then to 500, its all
time peak recently established. Croker
Wheeler is expected to split up its STOCK
ten for one and give rights to its pres
ent shareholders to buy new stock. Inc
meeting is expected to be held early
next week and the present program is
to list the issue on the big board
after the new shares are issued.
Standard Brands, the Morgan 1000
combine, f1rmed on the announcement
that it would go to the big board
shortly. Aluminium Co. of America sold
at 46O, of 24la points from its previous
sale, Shaeffer Pen eased on prof1t-tak
ing following the increase in its dlvi-
dend.
Newmont and Noranda were the
strong spots in the mining group.
Among the investment trusts, Blue
Ridge dropped to a new low at "a;
Tri-Continental advanced and National
Investors sagged.
Electric Bond e. Share featured the
utilities with a 5-point advance. Duke
Power was again in favor, advancing
l4lo points. American SuperpoWer was
strong, and the electric shareholdings
issues also jumped ahead. Common
wealth & Southern tended easier on It's
earnings statement. Standard Power
& Light continued to advance.
Many utilities were easier, however.
Allied Power g. Light, the American
Cities Power issues. Electric Investors
and International SuperpoWer showing
losses.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
GRAIN MARKET

CHICAGO, August 20 R.-Bullish
cables from the Argentine and short
covering In an oversold market reversed
an early downturn on the Chicago
wheat market today. Exporting was
still quiet and dizziness at Liverpool
weakened Chicago at first, but rally OF
cents from the bottom ensued with
shorts buying all the way up. 'FRONT.'
taking trimmed down the net gain.
other grains f1rmed up on adverse crop
news and corn for December delivery
crossed the dollar mark.
wheat finished strong, 2a334 higher,
and corn strong, Isa11s up. Oats were
steady, "a to 7sal up. with provisions
81
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NEW YORK COTTON.

NEW YORK, August 80 Especially -
A futher advance in cotton prices &C.
CURED today as result Of a reduction
in end-of the month private estimates.
December moved up to 1914, the highest
quotation since Immediately preceding
the last Government estimate. Final
prices showed a gain of IL to IA points.
Spots were advanced is points to 1905.
Cotton range:
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STEEL OUTLOOK.

NEW YORK, August 20 R.-E. T.
McCleary, president of the Republic
Iron & Steel Corporation, said today
that the new business is holding up
satisfactorily for this season and that
he anticipates improvements after
Labor day.
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81, 100000 CORPORATION.

BALTIMORE, August 20 Especially -
A new financial corporation, sponsored
by Hambleton d Co., is about to be
launched with an initial capital Of more
than $7,000,000. T. Edward Hambleton
will be pre- sident of the company and
other officers and directors will be men,
bers Of the, Hambleton firm.
There WIN be no public offering of the
stock, all Oh 1t to be placed privately
Mr.. Hamblett)n, commenting on the for
nation of the corporation, said:
1.-THE Hambieton Corporation has been
formed for the purpose of acquiring con-
troll or substantial interests in banks
public utilities, industrial companies, in
vestment companies and other concerns
in order to bring about consultations
or to engage in development work look
ing to the creation of seasoned Securi-
ties for sale to affiliated banking organ
izations and otheKs."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Summer Salad.

Cut into one-inch squares one large
cucumber, three tomatoes and three
cold boiled potatoes. Mix thoroughly
two tablespoonfuls of French dressing,
o scant teaspoonful Of prepared table
mustard and one teaspoonful OF lemon
juice, and pour owe, the vegetables.
with two silver forks mix all togther
carefully and set aside to chill for at
least three hours. Serve in a salad
bowl with naayonnaise dressing above.
Garnish IL liked with anchoWes and
olives.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Wall Street Briefs
BY the Associated Press.

BY the Associated Press.
An aggregate net income Of sos, TO-
600 was earned by so railroads Of the
country last month, It was shown yes
terday In q compilation of figures Is
their monthly reports to.the Interstate
Commerce Commission. The total In
come represents an increase OF 29.2
per cent over the STA, 1880 Of July,
1923. The same railroads reported net
operating income of $84,776,000 for
June.
Stockholders Of Allis-C Chalmers Man.
ufacturing Co., meeting September 90,
to vote on changing the company's
capital structure, also will vote on q
proposal to authorize directors to sell
not more than 100000 shares to officers
and employees on parttal-payment
plan.
The New York, Rio and Buenos Aires
Line, Inc, has been granted an air
mail contract by the Venezuelan gov
eminent for carrying Venezuelan mail
to the United States, Canada, Cuba,
Haiti. Santo Domingo, Porto Rico,
Guadalupe, Martinique and Trinidad.
Service will start in December.
August sales of the Grigsby- Grunow
Co. Of Chicago. radio receiver manufac-
turers, will approximate $8,000,000, B.
j. Grigsby, president, said at the annual
meeting today. Sales for the first half
Of the year were more than double those
for the same period last year, he added.
The Sinclair Pipe Line Co. has started
34-mile 8-inch line to connect its
Payson station, a junction point out
side of the Seminole area, with the
new Oklahoma City pool The line will
have capacity for $4,000 barrels a
day and is expected to be completed
about August /.
Negotiations have been completed by
the Federal Screw Works of Detroit
for acquisition of the Superior Screw
e. Bolt Manufacturing Co. of Cleveland,
which specializes in the manufacture
Of high-carbon steel screws and bolts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Montgomery, Ward to Expand.

NEW YORK, August 90 R.-Nego-
tiations are reported underway whereby
Montgomery. Ward & Co., will acquire
the Hartman Corporation. operating A.
department stores in Chicago and vi
cinity, the merger to be effected on an
exchange of stock basis.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Held for Illegal Entry.

LOS ANGELES, Calf, August 20 Up.
Hazlett Cahan, AZ, who,
United States immigration authorities
said, is the son of c. H Cahan, Mon
ment. was arrested yesterday for al
legged illegal entry. Cahan said he was
born in New York, but officers declared
he entered New York from Canada in
1919
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29

Within the past year Federal also has
acquired the Chelsea Screw Co. Of
Chelsea and the Michigan Screw Co.
Of Lansing, Mich. Public financing in
connection with It's latest acquisition is
expected next week.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Grain.

FORT WORTH.-Wheat acreage will
be increased in Texas this Fail. Plows
are already running in many Panhan
die Counties, preparatory to planting
next years crop. Good prices, big
yields and favorable weather have pro-
duced the greater acreage. The grain
belt of the State is the only one that
has not suffered from drouth. Heavy
rains or showers have fallen in all the
wheat country.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
COLLATERAL INTEREST.
By the Associated Press

BY the ASsoclated PreSs
Another slight decline in collateral
interest rates was reported by the Cen
sus Bureau for last week as compared
to the previous week. Time money rates
remained the same
The rates for the last reported week
ending August a. the preceding week
and the same week last year were:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Special Meeting Called.

NEW YORK, August 90 R-A spe-
cial meeting of the directors Of the
nt-Famous-Lasky Corporation
mas been called for Wednesday, Septem-
Der 4.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Cranberries.

PORTLAND, Oreg.-Canadian cities
already are seeking Northwest cram
berries, the first car of which will likely
60 forth shortly after September /.
Crop conditions in Oregon and Wash
ington are fairly good, with quality and
color excellent.
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kH Received b hh |
DO The Star O@cs |

NEW YORK, August 29.-Following Is
list of stocks and bonds traded In on
the New York Curb Market today with
the volume of sales and prices up to
and including the close Of the market.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Oil.
Rice,

NEW ORLEANS. lathe rice crop
of Louisiana is estimated at 1913, 900
bushels by the Louisiana representative
Of the United States Department of
Agriculture. Last years crop was 49,
$4,000 bushels.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29

More than half the people of Egypt
do not wear hosiery.
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Commodity Notes
Fruit.

SAN FRANCISCO, August 29-In
the Santa Clara Valley and other sec
tions of California prunes are mostly
out of independent growers hands.
Having been sold at good prices, recent
offers in the Santa Clara district have
been around or close to 10 cents.
Oil.
OKLAHOMA CITY.-Tax collections
from the sale Of gasoline for the first
time in history passed the 81, 200, 900
mark during the month of August, with
an estimated return of nearly $780,
600, according to H. v. Bird, State
collector. The raise In income is due
to an increase in tax from to 4 cents
a gallon.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29
Orders Gorhdola Cars.

NEW YORK, August 20 (P).-The
Central Railroad OF New Jersey has
ordered 200 gondok. cars from the
Bethlehem Steel Cooperation.
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PARIS BOURsE PURICES.

PARIS, August 20 R)-Prices were
firm on the Bourse today. Three per
cent rentes, rs francs S confines; per
cent loan, 103 francs IS centimes; ex-
change on London, 1913 francs 841s
centirnes. The dollar was quoted at "a
francs SIS centimes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-08-29

Teheran, Persia, has more than 1000
motor CYCLES
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1929-06-23
Work Among Poor is
by Witch
Doctors, Monk States
Cspecial TO The Herald)

HARLINGEN, June 22-Attempt-
ing to take care Of the poor, and
especially Of the children. In the
Mexican section OF this city is a
battle with poverty. disease. and
with the persistent belief a. magic
and witchery.
This Is the statement OF Cap
tain T.. +. Monk. Salvation army
director here. who cites many in
stances where the work OF his or
ganizaticn has been handicapped
by the superstition Of the people
Recently Captain Monk took a
physician to see n child which was
i'll. At the time the child was re-
ceiving improper nourishment. and
no medicine.
The Salvation Army man pur-
chased the medicine which the ply
stefan prescribed. and took II TO
the family. instructing them care
fully how to administer It.
Two days later he returned. and
found that they had given the child
only one dose Of the medicine. and
that the infant was In a worse
condition than ever. 1t took con-
siderable arguing. and even threats.
to induce the family to give the
child medical care as directed BY
the doctor.
The reason, the Salvation Army
man explained. was that the fam
lily gave the child one dose OF medi-
cine. and watched for results.
When the child did not recover i'm
mediately. they called the witch
doctor back In again, and the pro-