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VARH AGAINST CHAUVINISTS Pan American Federation Labor Sends a Note To Delegates RUTH IBACH'S RAMSEY Jane Ramsey sister of Mrs. Stewart Jost, of this city died in Sha mokin on the 13th inst. The body will be brought to Reading Wednesday at noon and interment made in Charles Evans cemetery. sasf Women Are Playing A Greater Part Than Ever in the commercial development of the country. Our method of business instruction is approved by businessmen and women who have profited by our "training.

Keep On Reading Mr. Educator's Talks of May 15 Belief that the Tacna Arica dispute will be brought "to a mutually satisfactory end" was expressed by the executive council of the Pan American feaera tion of Labor in a joint memorandum sent today to the Chilean and Peruvian delegations. The memorandum warned against the conference's allowing "chauvenistic elements" of either country to obtain access to the conference table. The memorandum expressed "the hopes and desires of the working people of Chile and Peru." Members of the executive council asserted as well as thosa of "the peace loving citizens of all American countries." Settlement of the controversy was foresen as the opening of a period of fraternal friendship, the of I which would be reapd by unborn gen erations. FINE RECITAL "One lias come of whom we may vnpt.

rrfiflt. things" said Robert Schumann of Johannes Brahms. Thie same saying is true of Ruth Ibach, the talented young pianist who gave a recital" last evening at the Woman's Club to an enthusiastic audience. The Beethoven Concerto in A flat maior was the opening number, Miss Ibach played this number with an ease and dignity that made one feel the immensity of this great work. Such a number requires 'great concentration to interpret.

The second movement of this concerto was enchanting. It is seldom that we hear anything out of the ordinary routine. It was Liszt's "Liebestraum" No. 2 and the Etude by Moszkowski, these were played with clearness and precision. JReinecke's "Ballade" in a sharp is a fascinating number.

The last, number on the program "Marche Militaire" by Schubert Tau sig is on the Bravura style beginning pianissimo and gradually working up to fortissimo. This requires great skill on the part of the performer. At no time during the performance did Miss Ibach lose control of herself as many performers do in overstraining the tone of the instrument. Miss Ibach is a graduate of Schuylkill Seminary class of 1919. She is studying under the direction Of Winfield P.

Biery who has made a name for himself as a teacher. Stanley C. baritone was the assisting, artist, was a tenderness and; unaffected style in his singing of the old English classic "My Lovly Oelia" Higgins. The right accent of Celtic humor was struck in Brahe's "Down Here." The Recitative' and Aria La Roi De Lahore" by Massanet was superbly rendered. In the recitative especially commend him for the neat ness and elasticity of his diction and in the Aria the legato was most pleasing.

One felt the.Joy of the open and the warm clasp of the hand in his singing of "Where the West Begins" ty "The closing number "The Great Awakening" by Kramer was forcefully rendered and fts reception proved that Mr. Roland has a fine hold on a large musical following. Mr. Roland is a pupil of G. Russell Strauss, of Philadelphia with whom he has studied for the past three or four years.

Miss Ibach was presented with a gorgeous bouquet of American beauty roses and her final number was encored. WOOLLEY Vincent Woolley died at St. Joseph's hospital at 12.45 a. of pneumonia, aged 25 years, 6 months and 4 days. He was admitted to the hospital May 9, and his wife was admitted two days later.

She is also suiering from pneumonia and is in a serious Because of this she was not informed of her husband's death. Mr. Woolley was employed as traveling salesman and came from Scranton, May 2. A week later he was removed to the hospital. Mr.

Flannigan, an uncle of the deceased, had the body sent to his home in Scranton. Undertaker Dougherty removed the body to the depot. CLOliS Word was received from Spokane, of the death of George W. Clous, son of the late William and Catherine (nee Coller) Clous, of this city, Mr. Clous was at one time a well known jeweler in this city, his place of business toeing located, at 5th and Court streets.

He was also associated with G. A. Schlechter for a number of years. The deceased left Reading about 20 years and lo cated in Spokane, where he was engaged in the optical business. He is survived by his widow, Florence (nee Wright), formerly of Allentown; a sister, Mrs.

Kate E. Hippie, and a brother, Daniel Clous, both of WEIDMAN Percy son of Frederick and Mary (nee Gagenstose) Weidman, died of scarlet fever at the home of his parents, at Berne, near Shoe makersville, aged 6 yeaes, 11 months and 24 days. WERNER William A. Werner, of Birdsboro, aged 71 years, 3 months and 7 days. He was horn near Bernville.

He was reared on the farm, working at various occupations thereon among the neighbors. Later in life he entered the employ of the Schuylkill Navigation Co. In 1890 he was assigned to the position of locktender and caretaker of the channel for a mile each east and west, and took up his residence in the company's house nearby, where he continued to live to the day of his death. A year ago he was put upon the retired list because of age, this completing a continuous service of 50 years. His son Thomas was appoint eft to succeed him.

Wert en and Thomas, and three daughters, Lillie, Edwin and Elsie, all at home. Minnie, widow of Edgar Reading, is a daughter. There is one brother, John of Brooklyn, and three stepbrothers, Mahlon, Michael and Hisam Schaef fer, of Reading. LINCOLN Alfred G. Lincoln, a cousin of the martyr president, Abraham Lincoln, succumbed to a complication of diseases at his home in Exeter near Neversink, aged 83 years and 24 days, having been complaining but a short time.

He was the son of the late John and Sarah (nee Gilbert) Lincoln, and the relationship which he bore to the immortal Civil War president is that of third cousin. For a number of years he was employed as a section foreman and later promoted to the position of supervisor fthe Reading railway, having charge between Tuckerton and Bisds boro. He assisted in building the Atlantic City railroad. This positon he held for a perod of 43 years after which he resigned and entered upon the occupation of farming which he followed until a few years ago. During the Civil War he served in the army and received his training at Scranton.

by one son, Oscar, of Pottstown Landing; and three daughter, Clara BREAD I G1SEWS T1MES, READING, PA. UE DAY MORNIN MAY i 6,192 2 DEATHS OF THE DAY I the time. WEISS Mary Ann, widow of TUghman New Tripoli, died, aged 75 years. 1 She was in failing health since the death of 'her husband sir months ago. She is survived fey the following: Children, John P.

ad Nathan this ''village; Harvey Allentown Joseph Sen slngen, Neff brother, Reuben Rauch, 7 SNYDER Mrs. Howard J. Snyder (nee Matz), died at herjate residence, in Sinking Spring, agU 57 years, 2 months 13 days; There remain the husband, one daughter, Cora, at ome, two Mrs. Isaac Troop, Five Mile House," and Rebecca Matz, Harris SWEIGARD Grant son of Elmer C. and Katie (nee Lied) Sweigard, died of pneu monia at the home of his parents, near Gouglersville, aged 5 years, 5 months and 20 days.

Besides the parents the following brothers survive: Charles, near Mohnton; Earl, Adamstown Paul, Mohnton, and Mark, at home. BUKOWSKI. Edward son of Anthony and Josephine (nee Nowotarski) Bukow ski, died yesterday morning at the home of his parents, 1129 Cotton street, aged 2 days. The parents, who are members of St. Mary Catholic church, only survive.

BLACK. John A. Elack, former president of the Biehl Iron works and general manager of the Remppis Iron works, of this city, died Sunday morning at iisse oa.ra.nac, jn. wnere ne had been residing for the past few months. His' death was due to bronchial trouble.

Mr. Black was in his 40th year and resided at 200 North 4th street. He was born in Chicago, and came to Reading in 1915 and took charge of the Biehl Iron works. At the same time he "became general manager of the Remppis Iron works. About a year ago Mr.

Black left for Buffalo, where he 'became the engineer of tests for the Lackawanna Steel Co. He was a member of the First Presbyterian church, of this city, and of the Shriners. He is survived by his father, Thomas Black his widow, Ida (nee Reese), and one son, Stanley. One brother, William, of Kansas City, also remains. The body will be brought to this Besides his wodow, Henrietta (nee city lor burial.

undertaker Auman Lewars), these survive two sons, nas cnarge 01 me local arrangements. STRUNK. On the eve of her birthday, Mary widow of Henry Strunk, aged 88, died suddenly at 7 o'clock Sunday evening. If she had lived until yes terday she would have celebrated her 82d anniversary. She died at the home of Mr.

and Mrs. John Hogan, 336 Buttonwood street, with whom she had been residing for the past few years. Apparently in the best of health, Mrs." StrunU retired early Sunday evening, but shortly after retiring she "was stFickeri With apoplexy and passed away' before a physician could be called. Rorke Issued a certificate of death due to natural causes. Mrs.

Strunk was born In rural Berks and for many years conducted a boarding house at 528 South 9th etreet. Her husband preceded her in death by 11 years. She is survived by one daughter, Emma, wife of Clifford Sands, of Birdsboro. She was the last ofher family. GABLE.

Edwin J. Gable, aged 53 years, 2 months and 5 days, died of heart trouble at 6 p. m. Sunday a his home, 612 North 9th street, following an illness of more than two years. Since January ne was con Besides his wodow, Louisa (nee to hIs bedfast much o( Hemmig), tne aeceasea is survived Mr.

Gable was a native of Reading and was a son of Sophia and the i lT vy late Joseph Gable. He was a skilled wife of Cyrus Ruppert, a woodturner and cabinetmaker and and Bertha, "wife of Harry Boone, Lorane. One brother, Richard K. Lincoln, Reading, and two 'sisters, Martha, widow of David Focht, and Sarah, widow of Louis Ruth, both of Reading, remain, besides 28 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. The deceased was a member of the Schwarzwald Lutheran church.

KORN Mrs. Amanda, widow of Phaon Korn, died at the residence of her son in law and daughter, Mr and Mrs. Jacob Ziegler, Maxtawny, aged. "7 years, 9 months and 2 days. She; had been ill since Christmas and was bedfast six weeks.

She was a daughter of the late William arid Susanna (nee Frey) Fegley, and was born and reared near Huffs Church. Her husband preceded her in death 16 years. The following survive: Children, William Lancaster; Mrs. James Smith, Catasauqua; Mrs. Jacob Ziegler, Maxatawny; Mrs.

Robert McNobb, Reading; Charles, Allentown, and, Claude, Harrisburg; brother, Henry Fegley, Longsdale; sisters, Mrs. Jefferaon Minner, Huffs Church, and Mrs. Catharine Minner, Alburtus; 16 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Ziegler's Church. MeCONNELL.

Suffering from a complication of diseases since May, 1910, Ellen, widow of Patrick McConnell, died yesterday morning at 8.45 at her residence, 825 North 8th. street. She was a native of Ireland and came to America when a young girl, 44 years ago. Her husband and two daughters preceded her in death, leaving to survive Miss Rose McConnell, a city school teacher Mrs. was a member of St.

Joseph Catholic church. for almost a quarter century was employed at the establishment of M. C. Sigmund, 132 Church street. Six years ago he moved to the North 9th street address Prior to that time he resided for many years at 225 Carpenter street He has 'a host of friends in that section of the city.

Survivors include his mother, widow, Emma P. (nee Oschman); two sons, Walter E. and J. Luther Gable; three brothers, William Harry A. and Joseph H.

Gable, and Quick Relief for Eczema San Cura Ointment Is a Marvel ous Ointment for Many Other Distressing Ailments San Cura Ointment has relieved many cases of Itching, bleeding and protruding piles. It has drawn the poison from and completely healed running sores and fever sores which were so old and chronic that everyone who saw them considered them helpless. J. San Cura Ointment is guaranteed by all druggists to do as stated above and also to banish tetter, bolls, carbuncles, to heal ulcers, cuts, burnt, scalds and bruises, or money back. The same guarantee holds good for chilblains, chapped hands and face, so ydu risk not a penny when you buy a jar for 35c, 65c, $1.25 and $2.50.

For tender skin and to secure a perfect complexion, use San Cura Soap. It's the best soap for babies, too, as it prevents contagion 25 cents. Thompson Medical Titus vine, Pa. Adv. a sister.

Miss Anna E. Gable, all ofc Reading. Deceased was a member of St. John German Lutheran church. Gen.

George G. Meade Camp, No. 16, Sons of Veterans, and Mt. Penn Lodge, No. 65, Knights Of Pythias.

MISS STUBER'8 PUPILS RENDER FINE CONCERT The second of the concert series, given toy a number of Miss L. E. Stuber's pupils, rendered "at the home of Mrs. Ferdinand Thun, Wyo missing. There were more than seventy enjoyed the program, which follows: i MaMtana overture, Ethel Hertwig, L.

E. iStuber; sylvan sketches, Katharine Bitler, Herm; evening song, Behr; serenade, Dorothy Hart, Shu bert; evening chimes, Heins; Austrian song, Elizabeth Unger. Pacher; Krotik. Greig; butterfly, Elizabeth, Bachofer, Greig; songs, Mrs. Max Mittendorg; mazurka, Dorothy Mar cus, Chopin; contemplation.

Jack Glese, Lichner; woodchoper and Lin nett, Godard; balancelle, Ethel Hertwig, Wacha; violin solo, Sherwood Kains; two Luther Eidam, Pollitt; automne, Chaminade; a song of April, Mary Leidich, Lack; serenade, Schumann; spring son'g. Hilda Mittendorff, Hollander. NATIVE OF BERKS AT HEAD OF SCHOOLS Prof. William M. Loy, a native Albany ownship, this county, is Winning success in the West as an educator.

He has Resided in Illinois for some years, and has now been made superintendent of the schools of Gibson City, Ford county, 111., at a salary of $3,000, per annum. He is a son of Phaon Loy, residing near empton, and a' brother of Albert L. Loy, coal deajer, 723 Binga man street, and of Miss Verna Loy, a teacher at StonyCreek. FOR CONGRESS. Vote for Charles F.

Berkemeyer and repudiate one woman bossism. Adv. KWIWIIIIIq) InulillliylllMI A I CASH OR CHARGE ACCOUNT FUNERALS ALTHOUSE funeraK of Benneville A. Alt house took place yesterday from his late residence, 440 North 9th street. Rev.

Thomas H. Dickert conducted the religious services which were held at the house. body was attired in black and reposed in an oak casket with silver trimmings. Interment was made in Alsace cemetery by Undertaker Seidel. MOSER The funeral of Lewis Moser was held yesterday from his late residence, 632 Schuylkill' avenue.

Rev. Edwin H. Romig conducted the religious services, which "were held at the house. The body was attired in black and reposed in a universal gray casket with antique silver trimmings. Interment was made in Charles Evans cemetery.

Undertaker Seidel was in charge. HIESTER Relatives and friends attended the funeral of Elizabeth daughter of George A. and Sallie' Hiester, which BOTH IJE1ITALLY U1IBALA1ICED Charlee Weyandt, of near Sinking Spring, and Daniel H. Moyer, of near Womelsdorf, both termed "religious fanatics," were hailed before the court yesterday to enter pleas of guilty. The former pleaded guilty to forging a check for $200.

Moyer pleaded guilty to the very serious charge," preferred by County Detective Krick, of having improper relations with his. 14 year old daugb ter. 'cv Weyandt, the, first of the two called; had been in jail about four months and sentence was suspended, but he was ordered to pay the costs in 90 days. ,7 MINUS SOME FACU LTIES. Assistant District Attorney Charles W.

Matten i nf ormed the court that Weyandt been called for sentence some time ago, 'but that "sen tence was then ivithheld by the court until a was appointed to investigate mental condition. Mr. Matten stated that: the commis sion was. of the opinion that the was held yesterday from er late man di(j not possess all his mental residence, 209 Mapel street. Rev.

facumes; bllt did not think him a Thomas ti. ijeincacn conauctea tne religious services, were held at i the house. The body was attired in a white silk kimona and reposed in a square oak casket with silver trimmings. Interment was made in th eAuIen bach cemetery. Undertaker Henning er was in charge.

HELLER At the funeral of Solomon Heller, which was held yesterday from his late esidence, 1010 North 10th street, Rev. C. C. Kistler conducted the religious services. Services were bold at the house.

The body rested in an oak casket with silver trimmings and was attired In black. Interment was made in Shalter's cemetery by Undertaker Seidel. fit subject for an asylum. "He was never convicted of crime PINKHAM. The funeral of Alice L.

Pinkham, 12, took place yesterday from her 12, took place this morning from her late residence, 553 South 10th street. Rev. Charles A. Mulholland officiated at the ceremonies. High mass of requiem was held in St.

Peter Catholic church. The bearers were William Kiernan, John Grant, Michaef Brice, Edward Hanoahue, Martin Collins and Matthey Tully. The body was atired in white silk and reposed in a square oak casket with silver trimmings. Undertaker Dougherty was in charge. HMEI before," said Mr.

Matten. "He is somewhat of a religious fanatic and had planned the organization of a religious body similar to the Salvation army. There seems to be" no doubt that he is, weak minded." Attorney William E. Sharman appeared for Weyandt 'and explained that he was harmless and had never been able to do any work. "He has never been able to hold a job anywhere because of lack of mental capacity," said Mr.

Sharman. "I think he has brains enough to fool any Moyer was called the pourt was informed that he has a fatiily of six children Mr. Matten told the court that Moyer was a religious fanatic and was not in his right mind when he did the act' for which he pleaded guilty. Attorney J. Wilmer Fisher stated that he was on 'a commission to inquire' into "Moyer's mental condition, and after calling in an expert it was decided that he was not a proper person to send to an asylum.

HOME. CONDITIONS BAD. "His home conditions are terrible," said Mr. Fisher, "and while he has improved 'much while confined to the jail, yet his case is such that to confine him to an institution would only mean that his wouM be irritated." "We will take more time to examine this case," said Endlich, in ordering him back to jail for further Moyer vhas already been confined to the county jail for three months. Z.

RECITAL Miss Anna Brown and Miss Helen Cleaver conducted a recital at Sternberg's conservatory of music last night. The program showed the progress the pupils of the conservatory are making. Another more advanced program will be offered Thursday evening when Miss Lily pianist, asisted by her sister, Mabel Huyett, soprano, will give a recital. ill II This large Antique Ivory Bedroom Suite, aa pictured. Consist of four large pieces.

Very attractive. Large Vanity Dresser, fine Bow End Bed, exceptionally large Dresser and Chifforob. This Suiters a wonderful buy and special, for 1 1 pl Wr 5279 JTHE STORE WITH THOUSANDS OF SATISFIED CUSTOMERS .00 Thrctf YOMELSDORF The Zion Lutheran church held a supper in their church basement Saturday evening, which was well pat ronibzed and furnished the nucleus of a nice sum to the treasury of the Sewing circle, under whose auspices it was given. Several of the children of Rev. and Mrs.

Croll visited their parents over Sunday, viz: Edward, of Philadelphia; Paul, of Allentown. and Hilda, of the Post Graduate hospital of New York city. A number of new houses are going up at the western end of town and it would look as if a building and beautifying boom of houses and yards had struck this old READING BRAKEMAN HURT. Pottstown, May 14. Earnest May, of Reading, a brakeman on the P.

was admitted to the Pottstown hospital this afternoon for surgical treatment, having been hurt while at work. DELIGHTFUL HAIR WASH You can enjoy a delightful shampoo with very little effort and for very trifling cost, it you get from your druggist's a package of can throx and dissolve a teaspoonful in a cup of hot water. This makes a full cup of shampoo liquid, enou'h so it is easy to apply it to all the hair instead of just the top of the head. Your sha mpoo is now ready. Just pour a little at a time on the; scalp and hair until both are entire covered by the daintily perfumed preparation that thoroughly dissolves and removes every bit of dandruff, excess oil and dirt.

After rinsing, the hair dries quickly with a fluffi ness that'makes it seem heavier than it is, and takes on a rich luster and a softness that makes arranging it a pleasure. Adv. A I This sale is proving a wonderful success with a feast of bargains such as you never heard of before. This is indeed the most sensational furniture sale in our history. Our 15 days of fast and furious selling is proving just what we expected.

Do your shopping early for best values. UN OADI SPECIALS Higji Grade Path Model No. 3 Phonograph Oak or Mahogany $55.00 Value SELLERS KITCHEN CABINETS We are exclusive representatives for the Sellers product. "This is our special cabinet. $60.00 value.

OQQ 7C Special UP A Set of Dishes With Every Cabinet Wonderful Values in Living Room Suites jj This indceu a wonderful bargain, A luxurious ttine, with run length Davenport, Club Chair and Fireside Chair. Full spring seats and backs. The loose cushions are filled with Marshall oil tempered springs. pieces. Tapeftry or velour coverings.

Exceptional Values in Bed Room Suites 12L9 .00 life illiilM 1 REFRIGERATORS tea Jrj nr fft The most popular style make today! This model has thick walls of the best possible insulation, maintaining a constant even temperature to preserve food perfectly. It is a real ice saw and its' price is only $23.95 FREE A 31 Piece Dinner Set of Fine China With Every $75.00 Purchase FREE r' Extra Special 1 Porch 95 i A great one da" sale of these Maple Porch Rockers with splint seats. Natural finish, at this special price. Be early! 2.

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