Alton Evening Telegraph from Alton, Illinois • Page 11

THURSDAY. APRIL 17. 19.30 ALTON EVENING TELEGRAPH PAGE ELEVEN Radio Monopoly Being StticM by Justice Officials Senator Dill Attacks R.C.A. Acquisition of Rivals In Search for Missing Student Plane Pilot WASHINGTON, April 17, Iff)Department of Justice is male- careful examination of the acquisition of the radio manufacturing activities and facilities of central and Westlnghouse Ficctrlc companies by the Radio corporation of America. An announcement to this effect was issued after Senator Dill, Demo- rr.t Washington, who has long interested In radio legtolatton, the attention of the Senate the proposed combination, it' "ft trust monopoly." hB department's announcement, yesterday, said that it "fully advised regarding the affiliation." was "Investl- rating it fully" and was "conslder- -hlv concerned about it." Meanwhile.

David SarnofT, presi- rif'nt of the Radio corporation, to- a statement in New York giving the details of the proposed consolidation. in bringing up the subject in the Senate Dill read a' newspaper item the result would be to live westinghouse and General control of the Radio Corporation, he added, has "built up subsidiaries controlling the manufacture and distribution" ol radio sets. "it 'ttie Department of Justice aheftd ln tne Prosecution of (M radio trust," he continued, "tiJB'w ru8t raonopoly would not have been found. I hope that the Department of Justice will take no- to of this enormous organization which Is being formed to dominate the entire manufacture and distribution business in the radio world." Acted as Decoy. CHICAGO Lou Clayton of the vaudeville team of Clayton, Jackson and Durante, arrested on charges of obtaining $5,000 under false pretences, declared that Louis Simon, who made the complaint, refused to return money which he had lost, at Simon's Manhattan Club.

Milwaukee, gambling house. Clayton said that he had given his check for to cover losses at the club, which were, under an agreement with 81- mon and Truman Oarfield, Simon's partner, to be returned him lor actr ing as a decoy for them. East Alton Scout Troop to Sponsor Easter Egg Hunt Children Will Make Search In Two Age Divisions EAST ALTON, April East Alton troop of Boy Scouts will hold an Easter egg hunt Sunday morning for the children of East Alton who range in age from one to eight The hunt will be held at the Alton ball park on East Main street and will begin at 7:30 a. m. Each of the two patrols of the troop, the Ravens and the cookoos, have charge of a group 'of children during the hunt.

The Ravens will care for those from one to four years of age and the cookoos from five to eight. observed her birthday. After dinner' cards were plnyccl for several hours. Tho Rucsts wore Mr. and Mrs.

Leslie Itixlman nnd children, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Redman and children, Miss Marie Kirk. Miss Lucille Terry, and Homer Fowler. Class Entertains Women.

The Men's Bible Class of the First Baptist Church entertained the Women's Claw Tuesday evening at church. During the evening Mrs. Mllo Moore of Wood River addressed the gathering on Sunday school work. Refreshments were served In the church basement. Entertain Missionary Society.

Mrs. H. L. Sparks was hostess to the missionary society of the First Baptist church Wednesday afternoon at her home on Monroe street. After the lesson Mrs.

Sparks served efrcshments. Personal. Dr. and Mrs. E.

R. Quinn are en ertalnlng Dr. Qulnn's mother, Mrs J. Qulnn and her daughter. Miss NBA New York Bureau The dramatic hunt by air, land and sea for Ralph White, student aviator who was trapped in a fog above Valley Stream.

Long Island, was at its height whe nthls picture was taken showing pilots of some of the BO searching planes as they came down for Instructions at Curtlss Field. They are seen here while, not taking the time to doff flying togs or parachutes, they studied maps of the area in which White was believed to have been lost and made ready to resume the wide search. Rewards of $1000 were offered for the discovery of the missing airman. Veteran Editor Urges Change in U.S. Highway 67 j.

Going Too Tough. firm which made the old horse-drawn coaches ol the Fifth Avenue Bus and the famous 12-seater "Columbian busses" of Chicago's 1893 world's fair, has gone out of business. The E. M. Miller says automobile competition has wiped out demand for its products.

M. Page Suggests'Plan For Reduction of Accidents As a crowning achievement of long career of usefulness in his community, Joseph M. Page, 84-year old editor at Jerseyville, Is launching i movement for the routing of U. Highway No. 67 over the road from Alton to Jerseyville via Godfrey and Delhi.

Mr. Page has been considering the number of accidents due to the numerous curves on Route 3 from Alton to Jerseyville and he believes that the dangerous character of that highway would Justify some action tha would take the tide of through trave over what could be a shorter and a stralghter route from Alton to Jer The Community Builders Association, Inc, HEADQUARTERS ALTON, ILLINOIS "BOOSTERS OF THE HOME OWNED STORE" of Blue Springs, for few days. Mrs. George Eckhardt of Kdwnrds- vlllc. who has been patient, at St.

Joseph's hospital since Sunday evening was removed to the horns of her mother, Mrs. John Tngold, on Monroe street Wednesday. Mrs. Eckhardt was Injured when the car In which she and her husband were riding was struck by another car. Miss Esther Jones and Mrs.

Ed. Lasbury left today In the Jones car for Flint, where they will visit two weeks with Miss Jones' sister, Mrs. Paul Watson. Mrs. William Roberts and children Of Godfrey visited Mrs.

C. A. Moore Tuesday. Mrs. Walter Johnson Is ill of an attack of appendicitis.

Mrs. W. A. Hale, her daughter Melvina and her mother, Mrs. Jas Jones, were St.

Louis visitors Tuesday. Miss Marie Bauer who has been III, to much improved. O. J. Ferguson has returned from Women Protest Release.

law enforcement ommlttee of the Illinois Federation Women's Clubs protested against he possible release of Leonard Rich, Stanley Jurt, and Emerson Wilson, all DeKalb, from sentences of 13 years if assaulting Miss Virginia Wester- They were convicted in 1926. Start Fair Work. CHICAGO Construction Of World's Fair buildings will be started immediately. It was announced after the South Park Commission had turned over the fair organization all park lands to be. used as a site for the fair.

FLOWERS FOB EASTER Emnan Flower Shop, 115 E. Ferguson Wood River, 111. "We Deliver Anywhere." Member Florist Telegraph Delivery Association. a few Mays stay at Springfield, Mo. O.

L. Grant has moved his family to 209 Church street from Wood River. E. Kirk, who has been able to be out for a few days, Is again confined to his home, 420 Church street by Illness. Mr.

Kirk has been ill for seven months. The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Frankle is 111 at the home on Kingshlghway. Franklin County COAL Less Ashen, More Heal Certainly, Truck Delivery Midland Supply i Coal Co.

101 Spring St. Phone 521 syville via Godfrey and Delhi. The veteran roads booster and ed- tor qf Jerseyville, a member of the tate highway advisory board, has ome remarkable achievements in oad getting to his credit, about tilch ho is not boastful because he too busy to He Is working ndefatigably to prepare a case which 111 put the Delhi route through as safety measure. He has a ghastly report acci- ents on the curves and hills of loute 3 and thinks something should je done about it. Mr, Page has strong cooperation joth in his home town and In Alton, has been suggested that, though he highway cannot be officially tamed so, it would be a bit of justice vhen Mr.

Page wins out as he hopes do, that the highway be referred at least locally as the Page way. would be a great monument to Mr. age If he'puts his plan through. Franklin Rites at East Alton Today EAST ALTON, April services for John Franklin were helc this afternoon from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Henry Bartz on Pence avenue to the M.

E. Church The Rev. H. L. Metcalf.

pastor of the church, conducted services a 2:30. Burial was In Milton cemetery. Services at the grave were conducted by the Junior Order United American eMchanlcs of which Mr. Franklin was a charter member. Six members of the lodge served as pallbearers.

They were Raymond Harris, Fred Rampenthal, Oscar Reed, J. W. Robinson and J. A. Harrison.

Mr. and Mn. Terry Entertain. Mr. and Mrs.

Clyde Terry entertained at dinner Tuesday evening in honor of Mrs. Thomas Redman, who Tune in Tonight on Devoe Redskins at 8:30 over KMOX and Columbia Chain. Ettcr Wall Paper Paint Co. 323 BtUe St. Devoe Dealers Smart Easter FURNISHINGS Neckwear "I Believe In Supporting" 'Alton, East Alton, Wood Rivet, Roxana and Hartford DEAR SIR: You have undoubtedly given considerable thought chain stores.

You have wondered what you do to protect yourself and your business against tnem. You have wondered why something wasn't done. Now something is being done. This organization, originating in Springfield, Illinois, has already accomplished much in the way of setting the scene; a whole lot more is going to be done in the next few months. Our purpose is to further the interests of independent merchants in Alton, East Alton and Wood River.

We have h'ad created a publicity campaign that will utilize full page newspaper advertisements, billboards, and blanketing direct mail. The people of Alton, East Alton and Wood River going to be taught to trade with independent merchants like yourself. This will be one of the largest, most definite and most significant campaigns ever aimed at the menace of the chains. We know you will want to join us in putting this over in a big way. Shortly after this campaign starts, permanents officers will be elected from all branches of merchants, as they are all directly or indirectly affected by chains.

Within the next few days, some one will call upon you, to tell you more about it. In order to keep our L'bsts at a minimum, so that all our funds can be devoted to the main issue, we ask that you give this man an immediate hearing when he drops in. Yours for action, THE MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Community Builders Inc. 'Solid colors, neat figures, stripe wonderful Easter value featured at $1.00 our history- Shirts Plain white and vat dyed pastel shade broadcloth shirts; full cut, well- $1.65 3 for $4.50 for the last 3 days Still lower greater the last 3 days! Amazing used car bargains that are certain to make Buick's sale of the century remembered for months to come. Act quickly and you can get a lux- 1 urious late model Buick or other big car at a fraction of its actual value! Come and you can drive away a comfortable, dependable small car at a tremendous saving.

are only 3 more sale days. Come your favorite make and model are still such amazing bargains go quickly! Hurry-These Bargains for only 3 More Days-Hurry) Hosiery Neat shades, fancy clocks and checks in a great variety of new spring shades. 50c 1928 BUICK Standard Six 4-Door Sedan. Has original paint, five new tires, velour upholstery; motor and axle like new; fully equipped with bumpers, etc. $685 A sturdy, 1926 BUICK STANDARD SIX 5-PASSENGER SEDAN Famous style and performance.

You'll have to hurry if you this car. A bargain for this price 1927 DODGE SEDAN All Dodge's famous qualities in excellent condition. dependable car, good for thousands of miles service 1926 CHRYSLER "10" SPORT ROADSTER A model famous for its beautiful lines and beautiful performance. A wonderful car, motor excellent, bargain at this price 1927 BUICK Master Six 5-Pass. Sedan Finish and upholstery -are excellent.

Tires are good, engine is smooth and responsive. '545 This Organization Sponsored By LANDAU GROCERY CO. GEO. M. RYRIE CO, ALTON BAKING CATERING CO.

NOLL BAKING ICE CREAM CO. PURITY BREAD COMPANY. SPARKS MILLING CO, Underwear Shirts and shorts in ray- ons, broadcloth and madras; sizes for men and 50c 2Q 1928 ESSEX COACH Don't miss this wonderful opportunity. Low mileage, blue finish, bumpers and other extras. Motor Is in excellent condition.

See It before you buy $460 Louis J. Hartmann Since 1839 Clothiers to Men and Boys 1926 BUICK STANDARD SIX car shape, olmofl new tires. looks wonderful, runs fine Good Paint and upholstery. Exceptional buy for Buy on Our Easy Payment Plan We have many other Roadsters, Tour- Ines and Sedans 'that are real values and priced for this sale only. Come early, and pick the one you want.

1930 MARQUETTE ROADSTER With rumble seat. Absolutely like mileage. We're offerin 1 this to the first buyer lor only $995. Dashing lines, distinctive Duco and speed These are the things that make this Marquette, the preferred sport roud- ster of the year, at this sacrifice price. It's an amazing bargain .7 1929 Bt'ICK MASTER SIX 4-PASSEN- OER COUPE Here is your chance to own a practically new Buick at a saving! This Master Six coupe was the personal car of a well known business man who buys a new Bulck every year.

You will have to sec Its shining jnaroon Duco tires to appreciate how new it is. We can fully puErantce its mechanical perfection because it has been carefully inspected ii our own shops. Reduced for quick sale today 1UOJJUV-VVAi 1 $945 1937 BUICK STANDARD SIX 5-1'AS- SENGER splendid Buick offers everything a motorist could desire shining unworn .5 fine riding nigged, reliable Standard Six performance. It has been inspected from end to end and Is in tin-ton rendition. Marked down for this special selling to Minsfiall Automobile Company YOUR 3UICK DEALER-112 W.

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