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r' SIX SENT TO JAIL FOR BEATING MAN Skull Fractured After Protesting About Wife's Hours Declaring that their actions "might have resulted in murder," six men who last August beat up Joseph Pergola, Willow street, on the White House road, yesterday were given jaU sentences by Judge Forrest R. fehan aman after they entered pleas of guilty in criminal court. Pergola's skull was fractured in the attack and he was in the hospital 20 days. Badly battered and bleeding, he was found unconscious by a city patrolman in the southern end of the city. Harold White, George Ehrgood, William Ehrgood and Wihlam Cass, four of his assailants, were imprisoned for not less than one year and not more than two years.

Albert Ehrgood and Harry Fess, their companions, were sentenced to terms of from six months to three years. All were fined $10. Complained About Wife Decision to assault Pergola, it was disclosed in court yesterday, followed threats alleged to have been made by Pergola because William Ehrgood kept Mrs. Pergola out late at nights and also kpet company with her sister. After the threats were made, it was said, the men decided to "gang" Pergola.

"They are all equally guilty," Assistant District Attorney Bertram J. Murphy declared after reading part of the confessions made by the men. J. Howard Jacobs, attorney, made a plea for the defendants. Declaring they have been working steadily he asked the court to be lenient with them.

Jacobs told the court the men agreed to pay $350 to Pergola for his injuries, out efforts to have the charges dropped came to an instant halt when Pergola raised the price to $800 which they refused to pay. Lenient With Batter Thieves Edwards Roberts and David Mc Connell, who confessed to stealing a iud oi Duuer irom the Mohican store, Penn street, Shanaman but sentences, also confronted Judge escaped with light Alter reminding them that they could be sent to the penitentiary for a period oi seven years, Judge Shan aman directed they pay a fine of $20, make restitution and placed them on probation for a year. Dimonick Cotoleso, charged with receiving the Duiter, was previously acauitted. Three verdicts were recorded yesterday, two guilty and one for acquittal; three additional pleas were entered, and the husband exonerated in one case while his wife was held to stand trial. vercucts of guilty, were returned against Emma Richard, alias Emma uiemcn and Robert Klopp, alias KODert Klapp, charged with a misdemeanor, and Thomas E.

Fox, charged with operating motor vehicle while under influence of intoxicating liquor. Jury Recommends Mercy After the jury recommended mercy in its verdict, the court sentenced Emma Dietrich to pay the fine and costs and placed her on probation for one year. Klopp was fined $50 and costs and must go to jail until they are paid. Fox will be called for sentence later. Charles B.

Romig, facing a charge of aggravated assault and battery as the result of an automobile collision, was acquitted. He faced trial last September, but a jury was unable to agree and a retrial was directed. Joe Pepe, pleading guilty to retaining two electric storage batteries, was fined $10, assessed the costs and directed to make restitution by Judge F. A. Marx.

Returns Coat In Court John Underkoffer, alias John charged with taking a $250 pony skin coat, the property of Dorothy Carl, returned the coat in court, pleaded guilty, was ordered to pay the costs and was placed on probation until he does. Before Judge Marx. Kichael Saluk was absolved for cutting clothing of his tenants in tne Eighteenth ward. but the trial against Oknesa Saluk, his wile, facing the same charge, was directed to start. Russell Kreiser, Seyfert Station, was placed on probation and ordered to pay the costs, after pleading guilty to an assault and battery charge.

Judge II. Robert Mays late yester TIMES PHONE 6101 'THE READING, TIM EST A. I A' EDNESDAY MORNING, DECEMBER TJ, 9 3 3 times phone SM Th'rcS if i i MP MM From a little frame shack situated along the btack banks of the Schuylkill river he came to the Reading hospital two weeks ago. There was pain in his abdomen, he tried to say. But no one at the hospital could understand him.

He couldn't talk English. He didn't have to. The agony was written on his face. His trembling hands pressed against his body told a tale of suffering. He was admitted to the hospital.

His ailment was determined. An operation was vitally necessary. But he lacked blood. Physicians tried to build up blood. But he was too weak.

His body, torn by pain for a long time before he managed to drag himself away from his lonely shack, would not respond. Yesterday Dr. C. E. Spaneler.

house physician, asked for volunteers for a blood transfusion. Several persons responded, but they did not have the right kind of blood. Type 2 is I believe we can save his life if we can get the blood to build un his strength," Dr. Spangler said. The man is 60 years old and hasn't any relatives.

Volunteers Spangler. should ask for Dr. day was hearing testimony in the oi jonn uanno, Philadelphia, coal truck operator, charged with aggravated assault And hatWir preferred by Joseph Sampino, Reading. The charge followed an accident near Douglassville, October 8. Miehelanrelo.

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George G. Chambers, of the University 'of Pennsylvania. Dr. Chambers reported his observations to the association recently in Atlantic City. The Middle States association is 4 IK LOW PRICED GIFTS! PRACTICAL GIFTS! HALL' 'if I 4 At 1 I 1 SUGGESTIONS For (tromng Boys and SNOW SUITS Surdine.

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Here, just before they duff into a modicum of eef stew and its accessories, are Dominic Maurer, superintendent of the camp; Councilman Yocom, Mayor Ermentrout, the camp chef; City Purchasinf Agent John M. Seasholtz, after whom the building in the background has been named; former Mayor John K. and Recreation Superintendent Thomas W. Lantz. Photo by Steel's Picture Service.

Blood Needed Surgeons May Save Aged Man's Life with Proper Type BERKS GETS 4 MORE LIQUOR LICENSES Among additional licenses Issued yesterday in Harrisburg for the retail sale of liquor were the following for Reading: Corp. William H. Haag Post, No. 378, Veterans of Foreign Wars; Sixth and Willow hotel, Peter Michlinlski, and Weber's hotel, Fleetwood, R. D.

1. the official accrediting agency of colleges for Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland and Delaware. Qrffltnqi CHEMISE DANCETTES PRINCESS SLIPS STEPINS PANTIES in the imported lace trimming; beautiful embroidery and applique work also French Crepe NIGHTGOWN, beautifully embroidered; and Rayon Silk Taffeta and Pongeen PAJAMAS. ALL QUALITY UNDIES that tell anywhere from $1.49 to $1.95. OUR SPECIAL GIFT PRICE! STOBYcP IL'rVfcU fi 1 WNS And Herod called his chief priests and his scribes before him and demanded of them where the Christ Child should be born.

And they said, In Bethlehem of Judea, as written by the prophet. KyVS'5rfV, 10 DAYS TO SHOP HURRY! ftl III CHRISTMAS SUi3 SEALS 3 CITY PLANS PLAY PROJECTS Putting in overtime in an effort to whip additional projects into shape, city officials last night were working on playground plans for Pendora, Baer park and a proposed Tenth and South streets play site. Consideration was also being given to a suggestion by Harvey F. Heinly lor renovation of the old quarry on Mt. Penn, to include removal of dangerously overhanging ledges, planting around the scar and grading at the base to provide play space Proposed changes at Baer park will include erection of an additional tennis court, the construction of a one fifth mile track around a play field and extensive grading and planting.

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Patrolman Knop said that Nicholas Orlando, 29, of 513 Park attempted to drive his truck around a corner at Fourth and Blngaman streets at too great a speed, and consequently crashed Into a pole. Knop charged Orlando with reckless driv ing. "I applied the brakes," Orlando said, "but I struck an icy spot and the truck skidded." "Discharged," said Alderman Schmehl, "but be more careful during this sklddy period." NEED PLAYING CARDS FOR PLAY CENTERS Are your playing cards "played out?" If you think they are, Just because they're a bit shaggy, Bob Shultz, of the recreation department, would break into all sorts of smiles if you'd drop them In ait his office in city hall soon as possible. "We've a lot of fellows at old city hall and Eleventh and Pike recreation centers who'd like to play cards," Shultz said, "but they have no cards." POOR BOARD APPEALS Poor directors yesterday filed an appeal from the judgment of Justice of the Peace John P. Green, West Reading, in favor of Felix Karwoski for $190 on a rent claim.

I I I I I I 1957 Floral or other decorations of unf kind are prohibited In the automobile displays at the 1934 National Automobile Show at New York and Chicago. QfS COUGH DRop Real Throat relief 1 Medicated with ingredients of Vicks VapoRub See the New THOR WASHER At DAVID G. GEIGER 668 Schuylkill Avenu $1.00 a Week Service on Any Make Whfr or Radio. L. LES.

MAURER Makes these sugges tions for appropriate Christmas gifts Swan and Swallow Fountain Pen Set Identification Bracelets Rogers and Community Silver Rosaries Crystals Diamond Engagement and Wedding Ring Engraved Wedding Rings Philco, Crosley. Zenith. Majestic Radios Imported English Wallets Imported Italian Purses Birth Stone Rings and Lavaliere Sets Cameo Rings and Lavaliere Sets Waltham Jeweled 8 Day Library Clocks duPont's Pyralin and Lucite Dresser Sets Ladies' and Gepit'i Birthstone, Cameo and Hemitite Rings L. LES MAURER I Jeweler i 35 N. 8th St.

V.F.W. wi out MT r1 ANNUITY SALES 1927 1933 jT i I For 6 years a steady, upward trend 1928 1929 1930 1931 193S I nil year OFF TH5 SHEET ALREADY A MORE ANNUITY SALES in 6 MONTHS tnan in 6 YEARS previous ESSBCK EhUU 533 Penn Street, Reading, Pa. JOHN HANCOCK MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE CO. Assets, $639,455,691.51. Surplus and Contingency Reserve, $57,570,619.91 IT The 60B (illustrated) it a startling nw Baby Grand that provide exceptional performance at a most moderate price.

A genuine PHILCO with Automatic Volume Control, Tone Con trol, Electro Speaker, Illuminated Dial and latest type PHILCO High Efficiency Tubes. Police and airplane calls in addition to regular programs. Cabinet of unusual beauty and graceful design. An exceptional value! At Your Nearest PHILCO Dealer I NEW HIGH MARK nd GOING HIGHER Apr. 1 to Sept.

30, 1933 6 Month I Th Home of Hamilton Watchtt Watch Repairs Factory Method jj ANNUITY RATES ADVANCE JANUARY FIRST Applications at present rates must be filed by December 18.