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Evening star., 1936-10-12

8,979 for Education.
A $228,s79 appropriation was
granted for National Youth Admins
tration program in Mississippi.
Evening star., 1936-10-12
Races

Continued From First Page.)
Evening star., 1936-12-05
SOVIET CONGRESS
ADOPTSBAS|CLAW
Constitution Amended to
Include War and NUM-.
ti0nS Clauses.
b the Associated Press,


MOSCOW, December 5.-The Con-
gress of Soviets today approved the
new Russian constitution after amend
ing 1t to create commissariat of
military industry and empowering the
government to declare war in case
Of necessity"
The clause empowering the govern
ment to declare war was believed in
serted to bolster the Soviet Unions
defensive alliances with France and
other nations.
Under the original draft war could
have been declared only in case Of
AN armed attack against the Union
Of Socialist Soviet Republics"
The constitution as amended grants
the government power to wage war
Gin q case Of necessity to fulfill inter-
national obligations arising out Of
mutual assistance pacts."
The congress accepted the consti-
tuition by . unanimous show OF their
red voting cards after Joseph Stain,
secretary general Of the Communist
party, spoke for 10 minutes in . low
voice explaining the changes which
had been made by the Editorial Com
mission.
Forty-three amendments. most OF
which were of slight importance, were
made to the original document. Many
of the changes were merely rewording
for clarification.
Among the more important revisions
was one establishing two houses Of
Parliament Of equal numbers to be
elected by the direct vote Of the
people.
Evening star., 1936-12-05
SEEK SLAYING SUSPECT
Husband Hunted After Killing of
Woman and Daughter.

CANTON, Ohio. December S @.-
Detectives pressed . hunt today for
Sherman Long, third husband Of Mrs.
Minnie Long, 40. and stepfather Of her
daughter. Virginia Pyatte, Is. who
were described by Police Chief Ira
Manderbaugh a. victims Of . double
murder.
Mrs. Kermit Bair, occupant Of an
apartment below the one in which
Mrs. Long was found hacked to death
and her daughter shot through the
head yesterday, told Manderbaugh she
saw Long leave the building.
Coupling this information with
knowledge that Long frequently hunt
ed on the untenanted farm owned by
Mrs. Long near Waynesburg. Mander-
baugh sent . squad of detectives there.
Evening star., 1936-12-05
Buckingham P Palace Announces
All Official Engagements
Cancelled 'fOr Present."
LORD ROTHERMERE SUPPORTS
SOVEREIGN in NEWSPAPER
Urges ''Time,'' Declaring ''Haste Is
Indecent"-Monarch Described as
"Cheerful" at Fort Belvedere.

/,
LONDON, December 5-Kng Edward of England told
his distressed rate cabinet today he determined to marry
Wallis Simpson-and then formally Cancelled all his official
engagements "for the present"
His supporters seized oyully those last three words
contained in a Buckingham Palace announcement They
thought meant he merely wanted to have his hands free
deal with present constitutional crisisPrme Minis
STANLEY Baldwns utmatum that he and Mrs Simpson
must not wed.
The King it was learned from high source has not
decided to has decided nothing except that he
will marry his American friend.
But the cards still stacked high against him.
Sovereign.
Late today Interpreted fiat warning to ths
powerful swing to the side OF the sovereign
Lord Rothermere said in the Evening News:
You cannot mugge the greatest living Engsnman on s
throne of England during the week end"
publisher urged time" for the solution OF the Crisis
Haste is indecent" he proclaimed.
At the described cheerful and in
health" by friend who talked to him shortly before
4pm.
Repors from vienne France, said Mrs. Simpson, who
hasened England Thursday night had telephoned Buck
Presumably the palace connected the
call with Belvedere.)
Schedule Is Wiped
His schedule for next week. presumably wiped out had
pottee of Stafordshre and Birmingham,
inspection Scots Guards at the Tower OF London and
opening the Peoples Palace at Mile End.
While the King remained in the country the ArcnbShop OF
Westminster Hinsey issued statement asking for
special prayers for the King by all Catholics tomorrow
permission exposition of the blessed sacrament
for this intention
Anglican prayers already have been invoked
by the Archbishop of Canterbury
highest King still determined to
Simpson They said he had not yielded to the gov
unmatum that he and uncondl-
tonaythe American who is the choice of his heart
The authoritative declared this information
conveyed today during gloomy 40mnute session
at Prime Minister Baldwins home.
mnisterS-weary the romantic empire shaking
crisseft the official residence dzng rain just 40 minutes
Evening star., 1936-12-05
FORGOTTEN KIDDIES BEG
FOR TOYS FROM DRIVE
Mail Received by Campaign Officials
Mounts -"Splitting" Yule Budget
to Help Needy Suggested.

Are you exhausted from trying to
think up something to give to Aunt
Marigold for Christmas because she
has everything?"
Why not drop the prooiem for the
moment and buy q toy or article Of
clothing for some one who has MOTH
ing. and present 1t at q Warner Bros.
Theater wicket Saturday mornins. De-
cember 19, at any one of the II toy
matinees being neld as the wind-up Of
The Star Warner Bros-N. b. c.
Christmas toy campaign?
Is your small nephew's nursery filled
with mechanical toys and your tiny
niece mother to q veritable fleet o.
dolls and jolly teddy bears?
Why not split your budget for their
crowded socks on Christmas morning
ana buy a toy-or sweater-or even
ham-for the sixteenth annual
Evening star., 1936-12-05
BANKERS ASSA|[
TAX ON RESERVES
Declare Levy Contributes to
"Inf|ated Sense of
Prosperity"
q the Associated Press.

Ey the hScOCldteQ EFeSb.
AUGUSTA, Ga, December 5.-An in
vestment bankers committee charged
today the Federal surtax on undistrib-
uted corporated profits is contributing
to IAN inflated sense Of prosperity" by
forcing a record flow of year-end divi-
dends.
The convention of the Investment
Bankers Association of America heard
its Committee on Federal Taxation
criticize the profits levy as neither
just nor sound" and describe the
shareholders extra dollar harvest IS
almost preposterous."
In many instances, the committee
reported, payments have been ordered
under tax pressure at possible sacri-
flee of the ultimate good of the cor
porations and stockholders" and Con-
trary to usual sound business policies" :"
The committee held increased divi-
dends alone were not q test Of ability
to pay liberal dividends and said the
law did not recognize financial require
ments Of expansion and additional
machinery and building, aside from
debt reduction.
The committee also called for repeal
or modification Of the Federal tax on
capital gains and losses. which many
security dealers have criticised rs an
influence in reducing the supply Of
stocks and thus making for undue rise
in prices in relation to earning power.
The committee, headed by T. Stock
on Matthews. Baltimore. explained it
was not protesting against necessary
revenue-raising measures, but against
changes In tax philosophy.
The five-day convention will close
tomorrow.
Evening star., 1936-12-05
Mrs. Simpsons Party
Lunches at Famous
Vienne Restaurant
By the Associated Press.

~ the AS80cleteo STeSss
vIENNE. France. December s.
Mrs. Wallis Simpson, on her way to
q Southern France haven from Great
Britain's crown tempest, lunched to-
day ut . Vienne restaurant and put
through . telephone call which. the
operator said, went direct to Buckin-
ham Palace.
Mrs. Simpson. wearing the same
rust suit In which she reached Rouen
early yesterday. had luncheon with her
party in q private dining room OF one
of Sthe best known restaurants In
France-the Cafe De La Pyramide-
after entering the place through the
door of. the wine cellar.
Her British chauffeur said neither
he nor his passengers had slept or
eaten since they left Blois at Am.
He believed" Mrs. Simpson was going
to the Riviera.
In the back of the Simpson car was
(see SIMPSON, Page A-s)
Evening star., 1936-12-05
END OF ST WEEKLY
PASS IS ACCEPTED
Public Utilities Commission Ap.
proves Continuation of
$l.25 Bus Pass.

Abandonment of the 81 weekly street
car pass, effective January 3. as an
nounced recently by the Capital Tran
sit Co., was accepted formally today
by the Public Utilities Commission a.
change over which 1t had no con.
troll.
Commission members previously had
explained they could not prevent the
dropping Of the dollar pass inasmuch
as it had been instituted voluntarily
by the company as an experiment.
The commissions statement was
made In an order authorizing the COM
pany to continue to use the $1.25 weekly
bus passes, which are good on either
street cars or busses, for an additional
experimental period of 80 days. and
for similar periods thereafter, subject
to . 30-day notice Of discontinuance,
which the commission might Issue.
Evening star., 1936-12-05
ADMITS GINGER
ROGERS THREATS
Sailor Demanded Money in
Extortion Notes, He Tells
F. B. |. AGENTS.

A sailor attached to the U. 8. g..
Lexington Is in custody OF the Federal
Bureau of Investigation at Los An
geles, following his arrest by G-men
last night in 4 Long Beach cafe in
connection with . 5000 extortion
scheme against Ginger Rogers, motion
picture actress.
The sailor. James F. Hall, has con-
fessed that he wrote two notes to
Miss Rogers, demanding the money
under threat Of killing her and her
mother. it was announced today at
the once Of J. Edgar Hoover, F. B. /.
director.
Apparently Hall failed to read
newspaper accounts yesterday. publi-
cation Of which, Omen said, might
have interefered with plans for trap
ping the writer of the notes. The
second letter from the extortionist.
dated November 80, designated GER
tain restaurant in Long Beach for
the pay-on and set the time at IL
O'Clock last night.
r. B. I. agents were planted in the
cafe and when Hall appeared. pre-
sumably to get the money, he was
seized by the agents.
The second letter bore q red pencil
notation, Last warning" The first
letter, mailed on November 26, was
addressed to Miss Rogers, care r. K.
o. Motion Picture Studios, Hollywood.
The studio notified the Los Angeles
office of the F. B. I. and agents began
an immediate investigation.
The first letter set the date for the
payoff as December 8, but the second
letter altered the arrangements. Mail
ing of the letters constituted violation
Of the Federal extortion act.
Evening star., 1936-12-05

Christmas party Of the Metropolitan
Police?
Those Whog might be inclined to be-
lieve that the destitute are few in
Washington should view the stacks Of
mail arriving daily at police precinct 5
and headquarters Of the Parent
Teacher Association-these organiza- =
tions being concerned with distributing
your donations.
Forgotten Children.
That there were forgotten children
in Washington last Christmas Il re-
vealed by many of these letters. A
typical one follows:
Dear Santa Claus,
l am writing early 50 you won't
forget my little brothers and sister last
year We didn't get any toys 50 please
don't forget us this year. My father
(See TOYS. Page A-2D
Evening star., 1936-12-05
HOUSES WRECKED
AS FASC|STS RAIN
BOMBS ON MADRID
Score of Persons Killed in
FierCeSt Aerial Attack of
Four-Week Siege.
TONS OF EXPLOSIVES
LOOSEO OVER CAPITAL
U. S. Embassy Is Near Scene Of
Devastation as Buildings
Are Raced.

BACKGROUND
CiUil war in Spain, starting NTH
rebellion against popularity elected
Lettist government in July, finds
Fascists baked after early sue
cesses placed them at gates of Mo
drtd. Netp dripe to take capital
opened last meek.
Despite neutrality agreement.
sponsored by Britain, Germany
and Italy are charged t0ith aiding
insurgents and haze recognized
rebel commander, Francisco Franco.
before he has overcome legal goD-
ernment. Russia and France haze
shoDn sympathy With loyalists.
BY the Associated Press.
MADRID, December 5.-Ten Fascist
hombers swept over the capital today
in another bombing foray, quickly fol-
lowing the flercest aerial bombardment
in the four siege Of Madrid. II
was believed at least 20 persons were
killed.
1LS hIkuillC8 SCCtO, ldI OCCt AAlt Aa0t
night when at least 80 insurgent air
raiders loosed tons of bombs, again was
the focus Of the attack. =
Its boundaries are q bare half mile
from the United States Embassy.
Continuing yesterdays work Of
clearing q path for troops to enter the
city, the bombers dropped scores OF
explosives and more incendiary bombs
One of them fired the San Jose Hos
pital for Incurable Diseases and The
flames spread swiftly.
The bombs wrecked houses through
out the populous workers residential
district, Cuatros Caminos, and also In
the Rosales sector near the model
prison. where the government had one
of its most important defense lines.
Government warplanes scared hastily
over the city and engaged insurgent
pursuit ships In a spirited air battle.
Bombs dropped into Zurbano street,
near the American Embassy, and into
Bravo Murillo, Eloy Gonzalo. Donoso
Cortes, Gusmanleil Bueno streets In
the city proper.
Oficiab said the property damage
left by tons of high explosive and in
cendiary bombs from the earlier raid
was incalculable. They counted ct
(see SPAIN, Page A-7.)
Evening star., 1936-12-05
RAIN OR SNOW DUE

Washington can expect rain or
snow, beginning late tonight or to-
morrow. according to the Weather
Bureau.
The temperature tonight is not ex-
pected to drop below "a degrees. the
forecaster said, adding that tomorrow
the temperature range probably will
be between 81 and 40 degrees.
Evening star., 1936-12-05


in the National Capital will
be forgotten at Christmas
time. With individuals and
organizations joining hands
in this unprecedented fash
ion I believe that we are
about to celebrate the fin-
est holiday in the Districts
history.
"The need for assistance
in thousands Of homes Is
brought to my attention all
through the year by ON
cials of the Board Of Pub
lie Welfare, and I am de-
lighted that The Star, War
ner Bros, the National
Broadcasting Co., the Net
ropolitan Police Depart
ment and the Parent
Teachers Association are
cooperating to supply the
needy with food, clothing I
Evening star., 1936-12-05
=, the Associate6 Press.

ANN ARBoR. Mich. December
s.-A shorthand account Of the last
hours Of President Lincoln. trans
mitted to . friend two days after the
EmAncipator's death by . War De-
partment clerk who was at his bed
side, came into possession Of the
University Of Michigan today.
The manuscript was the gift Of
Mrs. Nellie atrawhecker Of Grand
Rapids, Mich, to the william L.
Clsments Library, the university r.
Evening star., 1936-12-05
Shorthand Story of Lincoln's
Death Obtained by University

pository Of many rare relics Of Amer
lea, including . similar account Of
the death Of George washington Is
penned by Tobias Lear. the first
Presidents steward ct Mount Vernon.
Corp. James Tanner. then . clerk
In the War Department and later
commissioner Of pensions during the
pension scandal Of the Harrison ad-
ministration, wrote the account Of
Lincoln's death to Hadley H. Walch,
for many years . court stenographer
(See LINCOLN, Page A-3)
Evening star., 1936-12-05
Five Held in Bank Hold-up.

BUTLER, Pa, December R.-
Sergt. Emmett ]. Donovan Of the
State police said today five men held
at Butler Barracks admitted particle
pating In q hold-up Of the First Ma
tional Bank Of shippenville, so miles
northeast OF Butler.
Evening star., 1936-12-05
SARGA AASSAILS POLICE
Srsaking Up Duel in Defense Of
Honor Meddhng, He says.

eAS@AAA8 OP OuS1 An OeLe0Be OF
Honor Nedddng, He Says.
BUDAPEST, December R.-Dr.
Franz Sarga. Hungarys en- masse
duelist. aimed his ferocity IN . new d.
recticn today-at the police.
This meddlesomeness must end. :"
the bespectacled doctor declared after
police stormed in on the third duel Of
his scheduled nine In defense 'of the
honor Of my wife and our unborn
baby"
Sarsa, who previously had shot 1t
out with his adversaries, fought Elmer
Losonczy. 40, with sabers yesterday.
He gashed Losoncsy's scalp before the
police battered down . door and sep
arated the Two. earga was unscathsd.
Evening star., 1936-12-05

after they first had entered.
They will convene to discuss the
tense situation again at 1890 am.
Monday $3.50, E. s. IT,.
During the interval they had been
instructed to stand by" and remain In
or near London.
The government has been promised
the Kings final word within 4S hours,
1t was understood.
Twenty Ministers At Session.
Twenty ministers attended the ses-
sion of the cabinet. As some were
leaving the Baldwin residence, auto
mobiles bearing banners urging the
King not to surrender appeared in
nearby streets.
"Confound the Clerics" said one OF
(See KING Page A.3.)
Evening star., 1936-12-05
Commissioner Melvin G.. Hazen
Indorses Star Christmas Campaign

generously to the appeal Of The star-Wsrner Bros
i N B. c. Christmas Toy Campaign and the sixteenth
nnual party of the Metropolitan Police so that
Evening star., 1936-12-05
Summary of Today's Star

FOREIGN.
Buildings destroyed a. Fascists rain
bombs on Madrid. Page Al
NATIONAL
Investment bankers criticize surtax on
reserves. Page Al
Sailor confesses sending Ginger Rogers
extortion note. Page Al
Deadline at midnight tonight for social
security enrolment. Page AS
Hamilton to give up post unless given
vote Of confidence. Page ALI
WASHINGTON AND VICINITY.
Forgotten children beg for toys from
campaign. Page Al
Missing lieutenants body found near
Virginia G. G. c. camp. Page AS
Bandits bind and gag seven at house,
escape with 1854. Page A
Grand jury may meet in Ffedericks-
burg death case. Page ALI
F'our-sided inquiry under way in bridge
accident. Page ALI
w. p. A. employees here affected BY
retrenchment. Page Ais
Funds asked for buying junior high
site. Page Ais
D. G. tuberculosis death rate shows
increase. Page Ais
Nolan II convicted on divorce case
bribery charge. Page A-l6
Franklin Bank deposit0rs to get
$250, 900. Page Ais
Col. Reinburg, former commandant Of
Boiling Field. dies. Page A.ls
Plea to judges visiting jail effects pris-
oner's Holoase. fASe Ais
Evening star., 1936-12-05
WEATHER.

%. o. weather Bureau Forscast)
Snow or rain, beginning late tonight or
tomorrow; not much change in tempera-
ture; lowest temperature tonight about "a
degrees. Temperatures-Highest. 81. at
pm. yesterday; lowest, 81, at tbs am.
today. Full report on Page ALL.
Evening star., 1936-12-05

(See SIMPSON, Page A-3)
Evening star., 1936-12-05

The only evening paper
in Washington with the
Associated Press News
and Wirephoto Services.
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
Fire at WOlcott Home

A burning chimney caused the
roof on one section of the resi-
dence of Chancellor Josiah o. VOL
colt, of Dover, to become ignited
recently and the members of the
Robbins Hose Company were at
the scene for more than an hour.
While the damage was estimated
at less than hundred dollars it is
thought that the damage was kept
at this low figure only through the
careful and efficient work of the
local firemen.
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
SUNDAY DINNER
.Su9gesttos's-
By ANN PAGE

DOULTRY is all lower and a roast
i ing chicken will be a good choice
for Sunday dinner. Lamb continues
really low in price but there have been
slight advances in the price of beef,
pork and veal.
Eggs are gradually becoming more
plentiful and cost slightly less. Butter
wholesale prices have declined some
what but not enough to reduce retails.
Citrus fruits and apples are chief in
the fruit market but there is a wide
variety of vegetables to choose from,
most of the perishable ones coming
from Florida, Texas or California.
Here are three menus made to fit
different budget levels.
Low Cost Dinner
Baked Stuffed Spareribs
Sweet Potatoes Sauerkraut
Bread and Butter
Apple Whip Soft Custard
Tea or Coffee Milk
Medium Cost Dinner
Fricassee of Chicken
Boiled Rice Green Peas
Bread and Butter
Caramel Cup Custards
Tea or Coffee Milk
Very Special Dinner
Scotch Broth
Roast Stuffed Chicken Giblet GRAVY
Mashed Potatoes Brussels Sprouts
Jellied Cranberry and Celery Salad
Rolls and Butter
Coffee Ice Cream Waters
Coffee
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
MONIES NJ: !!::.
Attractions at Roxy Theatre


Friday and Saturday "A grand
picture of smaIl-town life, center
ing about the towns LATEST man, is
told in "Old Hutch" Wallace
Beery plays the title role in this
pleasant drama, which starts out
well enough and sustains its pace
and atmosphere to the finish. Old
Hutch doesn't care about having
been out of work for 20 years; it
doesn't bother him to see his chill
dren in tatters; he doesn't worry
because his ramshackle farm is
fast falling to pieces. All he wants
to do is go fishing.
Monday and Tuesday Three
Men on a Horse" the comedy
phenomenon of the past two years,
has been brought to the screen
practically intact. 1t is as laugh
able as it was on the stage, and
will probably entertain movie-go-
ers as thoroughly as it entertained
stage fans of three continents. The
part of mild, precise little Erwin,
a greeting card poet who picks
horses for the fun of it, is played
well by Frank McHugh. Joan
Blondell gives a god account of
herself as the dumb ex-"Follies'
dollie who wants cottage with a
backyard and organdie curtains.
Carol Hughes is the other woman
-Erwin's weeping wife. Sam Le-
vene gives the most colorful per-
formance as Patsy. Allen Jenkins
and Teddy Hart are his tow part
ners.
"wednesday and Thursday-"Law
In Her Hands" See adv.
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
CORRECTLY FITTED
GLASSES

give sight happiness and comfort
to strained eyes.
I will be at my home Office in
Smyrna Thursdays, Fridays and
Saturdays, 8 A. M. to $50 P. M.
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
Milford Boy to Naval Academy

Senator Daniel o. Hastings of
Delaware has designated Adrian c.
Daley, of 443 North Walnut street,
Milford, as principal candidate for
admission to the United States
Naval Academy next year. Alter
mates named were Alfred j. Macie-
jewski, 432 South Van Buren
street, Wilmington; Maurice Knopf,
of Dover, and Harry Redfern, Jr.,
the son of Lieut.. Harry Redfern,
U. S. N, retired. Examinations
will be held next spring.
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
Attractions at Strand Theatre

To-day" Sing, Baby, Sing" a
saucy comedy which is claimed to
be entirely fictitious" but which
has a leading character. who goes
in for transcontimental romance
with a young lady whom he claims
as the Juliet to his Romeo. Adolphe
Menjou plays the part of the drink
sodden actor. Aside from this
character, the cast is wholesome
and clean cut. Alice Faye is pref
tier than ever as a singer down on
her luck.
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
Dover Girl Tries Suicide

Ada Furbush, 18, is reported to
have attempted suicide , Monday,
November 20, at her home, 21S
North Kirkwood street, Dover
City Police removed the girl to
Kent General Hospital where she
was treated for caustic effects of
drinking disinfectant. She is now
in Kent County Jail awaiting a
hearing.
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
John Bassett Moore
High School News
CONTINUED From Page Six)

of things that may happen. They
only tend to worry you and then
probably won't happen at all.
AS for self-pity-that is the most
dangerous of all. After all, if you
don't sleep all night every night,
what of it Lie peacefully in bed,
and let your mind wander in pleas
ant places.
Good-night-sweet dreamsl
Roberta Draper
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10

Evelyn Loebe and Mary Collins
The contest consisted of writing
menus for a week, using as many
cheese dishes as possible. The
menus had to be prepared from a
list of twenty foods selected by the
Institute. The contest was nation
al in ScODe
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
State Paws For Inlet Work

A check for 100000, Delaware's
share of the cost of constructing
the S23O,OOO inlet at Lewes has
been sent to the Office of Col. John
C. H. Lee of the u S. District En-
gineers Office, Philadelphia, and
that the work is expected to pro-
ceed at once.
Smyrna times., 1936-12-10
CONTRACT I64A

CONTRACT 164A
TO- Conc. Pavt.
WrangIe Hill Glasgow Sta. 1882 mi.
$500 Gu. Yds. Unclassified Excavation
$500 Gu. Yds. Cement Conc. Pavement
(Job Mix
DR. $500 Gu Yds. Cement Conc. Pavement
Central Mix
2400 Lin. Ft. Slip Dowel Trans. Eyp.
Joints (Cork)
1890 Lin. Fl. Transverse Construction
Joints
100 Gu. Yds. Cement Concrete Masonry
26OO Lbs. Reinforcing Steel
I4O Lin. Ft. IL" 7 & G R. C. Pipe
440 Lin. Ft. 15'' R. C. Pipe
80 Lin. Ft. 49, R. C. Pipe