Indianapolis Times, Volume 36, Number 8, Indianapolis, Marion County, 20 May 1925 — Page 7

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20,1925

PROMPT ACTION QUELLS BLAZE Fire Discovered Early Today at Oil Plant. Prompt action by firemen early today prevented a serious fire and saved the Great Western Oil Company, 1602 Deloss St., from suffering a heavy loss from fire discovered in the boiler room of the main plant. According to firemen the blaze had probably been smoldering for several hours and at 3:30 a. m. broke into flames. Great difficulty was encountered in gaining entrance. Flames were checked before they reached the storeroom, where a great quantity of oil was stored. Damage was estimated at SIOO. Occupants of an apartment house at 817 W. Twelfth St. were forced out in light clothing early today when fire of unknown origin broke out In the flat of Tx>n Roberts. Damage was estimated at $75. Origin of a fire late Tuesday that caused a small damage to garage of Eddie Baker, 701 Woodlawn Ave., was investigated. SWINDLE WITH WALLET Second Fake Pocket book in 24 Horn's Is Reported. The second fake pocketbook swindle within twenty-four hours was reported to police Tuesday night. Mrs. Susie Johnson, colored, of 1310 E. Pratt St., told detectives two colored men offered to split the contents of a pocketbook one found, $2,100, if she provided change for a SI,OOO bill. . She said she gave $270 to the men, and later

Pettis Dry Goods Cos. j I 111 If Vi \\ InUj kjf ß I * jJ| fj jl w■ | Bought at Auction!

Alexander Smith Rugs!

A wonderful purchase! Bought by the Pettis buyer in person on the door of the great Alexander Smith auction, the week of May 4th.

Alexander Smith is a household word—tc millions it means rugs of integrity and character. There are rugs here for every room—in conventional patterns and new effects of marvelous appeal! The prices are so amazingly low for rugs so worthy that we urge you to take advantage oi this sale at once!

Genuine Alexander Smith Axminster Rugs

A big lot of those long-wear-ing, high-quality Alexander Smith Axminster rugs that have set the standard for three generations. And they are SEAMLESS! Choice, $32.95

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Prince Wields Baton With Effect Bu T Hcd Tress KING WILLIAMSTOWN, South Africa, May 20. In gay and democratic spirit the Prince of Wales last night at a dance here asked permission of the orchestra conductor to lqad the music himself. The conductor, surprised but flattered at the request, gladly acquiesced, whereupon the Prince, wielding a tiny baton, conducted for several numbers, putting plenty of pep into the dance tunes.

discovered she had received a piece of paper. FT. WAYNE MAN CHOSEN T. G. Eggers Elected Head of District Walton League. Bu 1 nitcd Press HAMMOND, Ind., May 20.—T. G. Eggers of Ft. Wayne was elected president of the District Walt m League which closed its two-day session here late Tuesday. Other officers: Floyd Munson, La fayette, vice president; Miss Gertrude Moellering, Cincinnati, secretary: Walter Fishhoff, Evansville, treasurer. The next district meeting will be held at Louisville, Ky. v LAD STRUCK BY AUTO David Bernstein, 13, of 2016 N. Delaware St., was recovering today from slight injuries received late Tuesday when he was struck by an automobile driven by E. C, Fender. 46, of 1851 Mansfield St., at Capitol Ave. and Washington St. Witnesses told police the boy ran in front of the car.

Heavy Alexander Smith Axminsters!

Extra heavy, 9x12 ft. Seamk:ss Axminster Rugs, in a score of NEW patterns! Patterns in which charmin g designs choose radiant colors for their most effective expression! Choice , $39.95 at Pettis \

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$3095

Terms; $5 Month

WAR DECLARED ON ASSESSMENT Property Owners Affected by Sewer Organize. Organization ofthe Property Owners’ Protective Association means carrying to the courts question of assessments for benefits in the Bean Creek and Pleasant Run sanittary sewer, John E. Head, treasurer, said today. Association, which applied for articles of incorporation Tuesday, is composed of property owners dissatisfied with assessm for improvement made by three appraisers, Frank Noll Jr., Waite- Crull and Byron C. Young, appointed by Judge Harry O. Chamberlain of Marion Circuit Court. With offices at 602-4 Fidelity Trust Bldg., campaign for membership has sarted. Officers are Harry O. Bowser, president; Gilbert S. Wilhelm, vice president; Frank F. Churchman, secretary, and Head, treasurer. One of principal grounds Tor objections is assessment of farm land, ranging as high as $35 an acre, it was said. TWO~SEEK CONTENTION Mote Than 400 \ttending IJon Club Sessions at Kokomo. Bn Times Special KOKOMO, Ind., May 20.—Indianapolis and Ft. Wayne were both in the race for the 1926 Lions convention at the session which opened here Tuesday. Fifteen clubs are represented with 400 delegates. Officers will be elected today.

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Meetings Here Thursday American Chemical Society dinner. Chamber of Commerce. The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company dinner. Claypool. Ladies Whist Club, 6:30 p. m. Severin. Indiana Lumbermen’s Retail Association luncheon. Severin. Eli Lilly Company. Severin. Federal Savings and Insurance Company meeting. Severin. Indianapolis College of Pharmacy junior class dance. Severin. Indiana Institute Homeopathy meeting, 9 a. m. Dinner. Lincoln. University of Wisconsin luncheon. Lincoln. United Order of Americans. Denison. Traffic Club puncheon. Severin. Advertising Club luncheon, Claypool.

UP GOES OIL STATION Despite remonstrances of property owners, rehearing on permission granted for a filling station at Thirty-Eight St. and Kenwood Ave. was denied by city plan commission Tuesday,

LEA & PERRINS' SAUCE Makes Salads taste better

Every Rug Perfect — There Are NO SECONDS sold in the Auction!

Big 9x12 long-nap rugs that are adapted for any room in the house* EVERY RUG x PERFECT! Get that! Not a single “second,” damaged or mismatched rug in the lot! $32.95 at Pettis

Can you think of a rug that will give more REAL service than one of these big 9x12 Long nap Axminsters ? They will wear many, many years, and are adaptable for any room in the house! Choice, $39.95

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