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The Evening News from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania • Page 3

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The Evening Newsi
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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PAGE THREE THE EVENING NEWS, HARRISBURG, TUESDAY, JANUARY 5, 1937 Miniature Town About Tree! newspapers say, all seven "ac cepted death calmly." It took one hour cind fifteen mhv utes to execute the seven. Thursday night's execution is ex LI if pected to be much more expeditious 4 "5. probably lasting less than half an hour. Robert Elliott, official execu SIX YOUNG MEN AWAIT DEATH IN CHAIR THURSDAY International News Servkt NEW YORK, Jan. 5.

With only a little more than forty-eight hours to live, six young men, condemned to die Thursday night for a single murder, today grimly awaited in Sing Sing prison's death tioner, will "throw the switch." His pay for the night will be $900, or I in i mm ISP per man. HARRISBURG GREATEST DEPARTMENT STORE Two Autos Damaged In Uptown Collision A collision of automobiles yester day afternoon at Third and Forster January SALE of streets, resulted in damage to the colliding machines and three other cars parked nearby, but no one was injured. house the passing of the fateful hours that moved them closer to the electric chair. They musct pay for the "stick-up" slaying of Edwin Esposito, a City Patrolman Harold Bateman reported William M. Nesbit, 54, of Mt.

Carmel, was driving eastward in UR COATS IS IP Forster street, and C. b. Uesiinger, 45. of 1812 North Cameron street, Brooklyn subway coin collector a robberv that netted or apiece. At Prices That Mean Qreat was traveling southward in Third street when their cars collided at the intersection.

The Gelsinger car careened across the street, where it struck the parked cars of Joseph Freedman, 1812 Susquehanna street, 'and M. D. Smith, 36, of 312 Willow street, Camp Hill. The impact shoved the Smith car backward into the parked car of Charles E. Ellis, Reading.

They paced theic cells today, more nervous than ever, because eleventh-hour efforts on the part of lawyers to save them from the The Christmas platform layout at the home of Mrs. Edwin L. Fritz, of 1600 North Fifth street, features a miniature village layout. Houses and business establishments of every description are included in the setup. chair have thus far been unavait ing.

If all six die on the night scheduled it will be the second largest mass execution in the history of Supreme Court Is Believed In Virtual Stalemate by PLAN MISSION IN Sing Sing. The doomed men are Joseph Bolognia, the "trigger-man" Savings to You Only a limited number of gorgeous fur coats that we are reducing from our own stocks coats that are of high style and dependable quality. If you are seeking a smart, dependable fur coat for this winter few, 3 CITY CHURCHES Absence of Justice Stone in the holdup; Kugene lheo-dore Di Donne, Samuel. Kimmel, Salvatore Scata and Dominick Zizze. Back in 1912 seven were executed in one "sitting." That was the record.

The old files of the, Approximately fifty members of By United Pres) the official bodies of Zion Lutheran, ing opinions were rendered. There! has been but one dissent this A year ago there were about1 WASHINGTON, Jan. 5. The Salem Reformed and Market Sauare Presbyterian churches attended a dinner meeting at the Central Y. M.

Supreme Court was viewed by observers today as locked in virtual twenty. The first decision day of 1937; C. A. last night preparatory to the) Joint Preachin2 Mission which will stalemate by the absence of liberal was a marked contrast to the first or next it is decidedly to your advantage to choose now at these January sale prices! justice nanan risse oioiie, unaoic be held by the three churches next to decide controversial cases pend day of 1936 when, in a sweeping; opinion, the condemned the! Agricultural Adjustment Act. In! is Made at Home ing his return.

Many believed that the court is that case Stone and his liberal as YOU can now tniks home better jrray hair sociates, Justices Louis D. Bran-i mi remedy than you can bay, by following this simple re week. The Rev. Dr. John N.

LeVan, pastor of Salem Church, presided in the absence of the Rev. Dr. S. W. Herman, pastor of Zion, who is confined to bed because of illness.

The history and results of the National Preaching Mission were related by the Rav. Dr. Raymond C. Walker, pastor of Market Sauare Church and deis and Benjamin N. Cordozo, dis- seeking to carry on operations without touching- controversial ground.

They recalled yesterday's first session of the year, citing in cipe: lo nail pint 01 water add one ounce of bay rum. sented violently. Chance of Criticism I a small box of Barbo Com support of their belief The conclusion reached by many; observers was that the court felt! 1. Failure of the eight justices present to decide the Washington it could better delay such contro state minimum wage case. versial questions until after Stone'sjj pound and one-fonrth ounce of glycerine.

Any druggist can put this up or you can mix it yourself at very little cost. Apply to the hair twice week until the desired shade is obtained. Barbo imparts color to streaked, faded or gray hair, makes it soft and glossy and takes years oft your looks. It will not color the scalp, is not sticky or (rreasy and does not rub off. Do not be handicapped by array hair when it is so economi-) and eatv to Ret rid of it in your own home, a member of the Kvangelism Committee of the Federal Council of Churches of Christ in America, which sponsors the Nation-wide USE THE BUDGET PLAN USE THE 4-PAY PLAN USE YOUR CHARGE ACCOUNT return.

Whether it was the 2. Kelusal of the court to pass on unemployment tax provisions of minds of the court, many saw the the Social Security Law. chance of unpleasant criticism of: District Attorney Karl E. Richards, 3. Absence of an announcement the tribunal if any important ques of Market Square Church, spoke on The Christian Man and His Bible tions were deemed during the ab and declared that the "Word of God Drug Salesman, sence of the militant liberal.

Many were willing to speculate that the court might ultimately be compelled to reverse itself on the; matter of minimum wages for; women. It was believed possible Drnc salesman wanted for old established Pharmaceutical Houm to rnll on Drirar Stores and Hnsnitnls. previous Selling experience necessary. Ji'ot over thirtv-fire years ae. Must have several years experience In dnisr and prescription work.

Excellent opportunity for permanent connection. Drawtnc account and commmlsslon. ROX B. O. 15.

that this reversal might be in the; Washington minimum wage case. whether it would rehear the New York unemployment law case in which it upheld the act by a four-to-four vote but failed to establish precendent. Tenth Decision Day Likelihood of Stone's early return from the South, where he is recuperating from a prolonged illness, became less certain. It was reported his illness had been more serious than generally understood. He is under strict instructions not to return to work until fully recovered.

The court yesterday met for the tenth decision day of the term. It handed down a serins of imnnrtant is the best guide men have yet discovered." The theme discussed by County Commissioner J. Douglas M. Royal, of Salem Reformed, wns "The Christian Man His Church." He said that "you can judge what a man's church means to him by considering whether he is active in his church, by testing his broad-mindedness and co-operative spirit and by measuring how far he carries out the principles beyond the sacred walls where he professes them." Judge Frank B. Wickersham, of Zion Church, discussed the theme, "The Christian Man and His Commu When the court last Spring con-1 demned New York minimum! wrage act and provoked consider able criticism it decided the case! on a narrow point of procedure.

it iouna tnat wew xmk am not contend that an earlier opinion of I the court condemning a similar law; nity. "A man shows his religion in! his face as he walks about the com-jopinjons but none Jn cages of a tor the District of Columbia was erroneous. It also found there was no contention that the New York' h.li.fM.iM controversial nature. This was evi- he must be very careful and watch his step. He shows he's a Christian dencedbytiwfact that no dissent- law differed from the earlier law.

by his conduct. The program for the union serv warden at to Atlanta; A. C. Aderholt, warden at Atlanta, and Fred L. Morrison, deputy warden at Leavenworth, to Leavenworth An Social ices of the three churches follows: Tuesday, January 12, Salem Reformed Church with Doctor Herman nex, which confines criminal drug speaking: Wednesday, January 13 Market Square Presbyterian Church, (addicts and drug peddlers, and Rob- Bowling League to with Doctor LeVan speaking, andi n.

riuaspein, waroen oi heaven-Thursday, January 14, Zion Lu- worth Annex, and C. J. Shuttleworth, theran Church with Doctor Walkerjdeputy warden at Alcairaz, to the Resume Schedule speaking. Choirs of the three main prison ai leavenworui The Women's Bowling League of; Prison Director Sanford Bates said churches will assist in the services tho fink 1 1 at their respective churches. v.w VVUllbl V1UU TY 1 1 XC sume its scneauie tomorrow eve other shifts would be made in the near future.

In addition to the six penitentiaries, the Government operates three reformatories, one penal medical center, five prison camps and four jails. ning at 7.30 clock at the club-. house, after its holiday vacation. Annual Meeting Floor -v. 1a FOUND IN RICHMOND Mrs.

Stella Hadley, Negro woman, 126 Ann street, left today for Richmond, where she planned to ALL YEAR'S ROUND 0UNCES iff 1 26 OUNCES. fv, i Root VJuices Plans for the annual meeting! of the Auxiliary to the Dauphin1 County Branch of the Pennsyl- SHIFTS MADE IN PRISON WARDENS International Sews Service WASHINGTON. Jan. 5. Concerned over the continuous increase in the Federal prison population, the Justice Department today instituted sweeping administrative changes at all government penal institutions.

With more than 16,000 inmates crowding the nineteen penitentiaries, jails, reformatories and camps, a gain of 1000 over last year, the Bureau of Prisons disclosed it has meet her 16-year-old daughter, An-nabelle, missing since Saturday, and return with her to their home. Police in Richmond reported they seized the girl there less than twelve vania Association for the were to be formulated at the JO hours after she ran away from home. luncheon meeting of the board of the auxiliary, to be held this after GIVEN 6 MONTHS MORE A prisoner in the Dauphin County jail since November 18 when he was noon at 1 o'clock at Jackson's Res-! taurant. Dr. R.

R. Abemethy will; speak at the, annual meeting. sentenced to serve six months on a worthless check charge, Leslie Rock-wel, 30, of Williamsport, was sched- Mrs. Julian Millard, president,) was to be in charge of this after- Routine business; C. Jf.

HmisholdPr nt thia 8 meeting. experienced difficulty in maintaining uniform standards in the treatment of prisoners. The Bureau ordered personnel transfers from the penitentiaries at "3 was- to be transacted and reports1 ernoon on additional charges of pass were to be neard. ing worthless checks. The new 4 Leavenworth, Alcatraz, McNeill charges involved two checks, one Vat- ie Island, Atlanta, and Lewis- for $18.

passed October 17. and the Birth Announcement other for $10, passed October 27, according to the magistrate. fa, burg, Pa. Denying this action was part of a general "shake up" the Bureau said Mr. and Mrs.

John Lewis tm 1 II, 207 Muench street, all transfers Were being made to give prison officials "tours of duty" the birth of a daughter, Gwen Rowe Price, on December SI at the: Harrisburg Hospital. Mrs. Price! MARRIAGE APPLICATIONS Robert N. Dolson, legal, Middle-town, and Ruth C. Stare, legal, Hummelstown.

Vance R. Stitzel, 19, 412 South Nineteenth street. Camp Hill, and to acquaint them with conditions at the various institutions. The first shifts included those of Fred G. Zerbst, warden at Leaven was Miss Grace Rowe.

Meeting Tomorrow ONE-OF-A-KIND worth, and Walter A. Hilnter, deputy Doris E. Kurz. 18. York, R.

D. 1. The Women's Democratic Club! of Wiconisco will meet tomorrow! BETTER FUR COATS evening at 7.30 o'clock at the P. 0. ivi s- -A CM 4- m3 b.

of A. Hall, Wiconisco. Meeting Tonight The Harrisburg Chapter of War I At Drastic January Sale Reductions! Mothers will meet at 8 clock this evening at the Elks' Home with1 Mrs. Margaret Miller presiding. with Improved Vapo Rub-Way to Relieve Colds Now see how easy it is to relieve colds using CARD IN TRUNKj tjl Jfv COLD h.

w1. LEADS TO ARREST! CARLISLE. Jan. 5. A lodge card found in the bottom of a small Army trunk stolen from Carlisle's new Pennsylvania Railroad station Sat urday night led to the arrest vester- day of a 20-year-old Negro, who, po Worth Grey Krimmer $169 Lamb Chinese Civet 199 Moire Kidskin and Pointed 199 Fox Black Persian 199 Type Caracul.

Natural Ombre 229 Russian Cara -cul Leopard Cat 199 Worth Smoketone $239 Muskrat Black Persian 229 Lamb Brown Broadtail 249 Caracul Hudson Seal 275 Brown Ombre 299 Caracul Black Persian 299 Lamb Black Persian 329 Lamb Sheared Beaver 595 nce say, nas implicated two other accomplices in the robbery. $119 139 139 149 169 169 $179 i i7j rp-f 179 '229 259 1 259 Vvx-i 269 I 479 rne accused youth. Blame Ahl. of East Locust avenue, is being held in: the Cumberland County prison oni charges of breaking, entering and larceny. Vicks VapoKub this improved way! At bedtime, Just give the throat, chest, and lack (between and below the shoulder blades) a 3-minute massage with VapoRub.

Then spread a thick layer over the chest and cover with a warmed cloth. This thick loyer, with the massage, lengthens and strengthens VtpoRub's action during the night. Almost before you finish rubbing, VapoRub starts to bring relief two direct ways: (1) It acts direct through the skin, like a poultice or plaster. (2) At the same time, its medicated vapors, released by body heat, are breathed in direct to the irritated air-passages. This combined poultice-and-vapor action continues for hours, clearing the air-passages of throat and chest.

It loosens phlegm-relieves irritation eases the cough helps break congestion. Often, by morning the worst of the cold is over. Try it. VAPORUB Police sav that the card, unknow-1 ingly to Ahl, dropped into the trunk! as it was opened and looted of four shirts, ten neckties and a pair of shoes belonging to Sergt. Edward Conley, of the Carlisle Barracks.

A black valise was also taken from the station. L1 1 1 -M ii ii i.i i.iniinai mil- off Police said Ahl confessed his share in the robbery and then implicated Mother the3Mftute Yapo'RttB Cbds Many Other Special Values Not Advertised two other youths, Charles Thompson, 21, and John Thompson, 18, brothers, who live directly opposite the station..

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