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MEDFORD MAIL TRIBUXE. MEDFOKD, OREGON. MONDAY. SEPTEMBER 23, 1934. PAGE THREE GRAND JURY TOLD I L (Continued from page one.) the grand Jury room, Informed them that the presence of sixteen was nec essary to convene the Jury and that ft majority of twelve waa necessary to rote an Indictment. Lindbergh to Appear Colonel Lindbergh la expected to appear before the grand Jury Wednes day and one of the witnesses expect ed to be heard today Is Colonel Henry Breckinridge, counsel to Lindbergh who took an active part In the search for the kidnaped baby. Colonel and Mrs. Lindbergh left Window, Ariz., today, resuming their flight from the west coast. They had slipped quietly out of Saugus, Cal.. yesterday' morning and spent Sunday night at Winslow. The first witness called before the Jury by District Attorney Samuel J. Foley and his assistant, Arthur Carey, was Gregory F. Coleman, Bronx newa psperman and close friend of Or. John F. Condon, the "Jafsle" who paid the $50,000 ransom to a sup posed emissary of the kidnapers. After his testimony had been given, the Jury took a recess for luncheon. Capt. John J. Lamb, of the New Jer sey state police, was scheduled as the first witness at the afternoon session. Dr. Condon Called Other witnesses scheduled to be heard today by the grand Jury, of which Patrick J. Dwyer, a builder. Is foreman, are Dr. Condon; Walter Lyle and John Lyons, employes at the gasoline filling station where Haupt mann Is alleged to have passed the $10 gold certificate that led to his arrest. Hauptmann, meanwhile, was led from his cell In the Bronx county Jail, placed in an armored sheriffs van equipped with bullet-proof glass, and taken to Bronx county magis trate's court, where his case, on a ahort affidavit charging extortion was adjourned for one week, until Oct. 1. Hauptmann's case was the first call before Magistrate Bernard McGllesky and when the prisoner entered, the crowd there on business In connec tion with other cases, scrambled to benches to get a better view. Court attendants ordered the throng back to seats. Prisoner Silent The prisoner appeared refreshed after a good night's sleep. He said not a word during the proceedings, which required only about two min utes, but stood staring straight ahead at the magistrate. He was clean shaven and wore the same wrinkled suit he had on when arrested last week. His hair was carefully groomed and he wore a white shirt with no tie. Beside Hauptmann stood a man who later was Identified as Bernard Melsels, an attorney associated with James M. Fawcctt. attorney for Hauptmann. Assistant District Attorney Andrew C. McCarthy, requested the postpone ment. Magistrate McOllesky granted the request, made a notation on the back of the short affidavit, said "No bail," and Hauptmann was led away. Hauptmann passed to the van thru a crowd of about 400 curious persons who vied for vantage points on both aides of the courthouse. Douht Klrsli Story A New Jersey state trooper, who has worked on the Lindbergh case from Us beginning today character ized as "Just another eccentric" Helen Kirsh. 56, who told Atlantic City police she had heard a discus sion of the Lindbergh kidnaping on the night it took place. The woman was held by Atlantic City police as a material witness after she told them she had heard underworld characters discussing the kidnaping In a small side avenue hotel in Atlantic City. The. atate trooper. Louis Borman, arrived In At lantic City early today, questioned the woman for more than an hour. He said her story was without foun , dation, and suggested that she be given a mental test. Pa u II n a Romancer Lieut. John J. Sweeney, of ' the Newark, N. J., police, termed "a born romancer," George Paulln, Ohio state convict who aald he had received ft code message telling of the plan to kidnap the Lindbergh baby. Sweeney assisted the state police in checking Paulln'a story when the convict was taken to New Jersey two and a half years ago. He aald today that police were told of the note then, but said It was not shown to them. However, Amanda Thomas, mail censor at the prison, Insisted that Paulln's claim to acquaintanceship with Hauptmann was bona fide. Miss Thomas aald the comment by officials In the east that the Paulln angle was "a bust" was an "Insult to my intelli gence." , It developed today that Paulln car ried a promise of a pardon from Gov ernor George when he came to New Jersey in 1933 to tell authorities of the code note. Society and Clubs Edited by Irva Fewell Several Meetings riannrd for Tuesday Among the gatherings announced for tomorrow la the Gleaners' Sunday school class of the First Baptist church, which will be held at the home of Mrs. E. M. Wilson at 340 South Riverside arenue at 2:30 p. m September home-coming of the Ladles' Aid of the First M. E. church will be held in the afternoon, with the business meeting at 3 o'clock. Just Folks circle will be hostesses for the afternoon, and moving pictures of Oregon's Diamond Jubilee will be shown. All women of the church arc invited. The city council and the Parent Teachers' asocial Ion will be enter tained at a 1 o'clock covered dish luncheon Tuesday at the home of Mrs. Lee Watson, 535 Pennsylvania avenue. Each member Is requested to bring her own table service. Plans for the year are to be made, and Mra. Bennett, the president, has requested a full attendance. Also at 3 o'clock tomorrow after noon, the Phoenix health unit wtl.l meet with Mrs. Ralph Wilcox. Nettle Grover Observes Birthday Nettle GroTer was guest of honor Thursday at a birthday party given at the home of her mother, Mrs. Susie Stewart, with Mrs. Harriet Allen, sis ter of Mrs. Grover, as hostess, at 335 North Central avenue. . Mrs. Grover's sister, Mrs. Harriet Allen, was hostess. Pink roses formed the centerpiece, and a lovely birthday cake was serv ed. "Mrs. Stewart, her mother, who recently celebrated her 58th birthday, was a guest. Mrs. Orover received many lovely gifts from the friends who were present for the day. Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Peachey, with Mrs. Lee Peachey of Ashland, visited Mrs. Grover In the afternoon. Antelope Social Club Meets With Mrs. Kent ANTELOPE, Sept. 24. (Spl.) An telope Social club met September 19 with Mr. and Mrs. Art Kent. There were 19 members and eight visitors present. A good time was reported by all. Visitors present were: Mrs. Amy Smith. Iris Jean Kent and Mrs. Kent of Medford, Mrs. John Radcr. Mrs. Grace Walker and Mrs. Julia Davis of Eagle Point. Blanche Hughes, A. D. Walker and Ethel Stlmpson of 401 ranch. A handkerchief shower was given three of the oldest members present. They were Mesdames Sarah Riley, J. A. Houston and Anna Owens. Pioneer Reunion To Be In Jacksonville Jacksonville will be the setting this year for the 58th reunion of the Southern Oregon Pioneer society, and the historic old courthouse is the place selected. The meeting Js to open at 10:30, Thursday morning. October 4th. Members are asked to bring well filled boskets of food, and furnish etips, spoons, plates, forks and table cloths. The society will furnish cof fee, cream, sugar and ice cream. Oregon State Club To Meet This Evening Mr. and Mrs. B. R. Finch, who reside at 625 Dakota, will be hosts this even ing to members of the Oregon State club, for the opening meeting of the fail. Arrangements for the evening are In charge of Mr. and Mrs. Paul McDuffey, Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Gent ner and Miss Lora Mitchell. All former students and alumni of the college are invited. Both contract and auction bridge will be In play at the close of the business session. MIm Judy Honored - At Birthday Party Miss Violet Judy was honor guest at a surprise birthday party given Sat urday evening at her home by a group of friends. The evening was spent in playing games, after which refresh ments were served. Those present were Misses Naomi Fraley, Winifred Inman. Irene and Helen Judy and the honor guest, and Messrs. Walter Crank, Adrian Fraley, David Beck, Gerald Latham and Nor man Fraley. American Legion Auxiliary To Meet Wednesday Evening. The American Legion Auxiliary will have Mrs. Cecilia Gunn, department state president, and Mra. Lydla Hors fall, district president, as their guests Wednesday evening. September 26, at the Armory club rooms. They are to be accompanied by Dr. Horsfall. U. S. A., of the Philippine Islands. Mrs. Kimball Honored On Birthday Saturday. Mrs. Maude K. Chapman was hestess on Saturday evening at ft birthday party. In compliment to her mother, Mrs, Julia G. Kimball, who celebrated her 88th anniversary. The party was held at their heme. 23 Orange street, and about 35 of their friends were Invited for the evening. Games were enjoyed, and refreshment served by the hostess. Mrs. Kimball was the recipient of many lovely flowers and gifts. f-f Legion Auxiliary To Have Guests Here The American Legion auxiliary will have as quests at their meeting next Wednesday. Sept. 26, Mrs. J. H. Turn bull, department president, and Mrs. Lydla E. Horsfall, district president. The meeting will take the place of the regular Monday night meeting. Refreshments will be served and ft social hour enjoyed after a business session. f4 - Miss DeSouza Presents Piano Numbers Miss Martha DeSouza was a guest at the meeting last week of the Kl wanis club at the Hotel Medford, and entertained with several selections, which were greatly appreciated by the members. Miss DeSouza la an ac complished pianist, and has been pre sented before numerous groups In the city. Meeting of Reames Chapter Is Wednesday. Reames Chapter No. 66, O. E. S., will hold Its regular meeting Wed nesday evening, September 36, at 8:00 o'clock, followed by a social evening of cards and refreshments. Mesdames Sanders and Ellis are chairmen for the affair. All members and friends are In vited to attend. Schilling Extract putt the 14 pure jiavor oj jresn icmoni in a lemon pie. Hotel Willard Klomith Falls KLAMATH BASIN'S LEADING HOTEL We mailt 4 specialty 01 catering to commercial trsrellers Modern. HRbt ample ronma Mrs. Swartz To Entertain Club Mrs. William Swartz will be hostess on Tuesday evening to members of the Pythian club at her home, 40 Berkeley Way. The meeting is sched uled for 8 o'clock. Church -Ladles Will Entertain With Cords. Ladies of the Sacred Heart Catho lic church will entertain with cards Wednesday night. September 26, at the parish hall on South Oakdale. All are invited. Mrs. Marshall to Be Hostess at Dessert Bridge, Mrs. J. R. Marshall will be hostess at dessert bridge Thursday at 1 :30 o'clock, at her home on West Tenth street. Attend Game At Eugene. Mr. and Mrs. John Wilkinson apent the week-end at Eugene, where Sat urday afternoon they attended the University of Oregon-Gonzaga foot ball game. Use Mall Tribune want ada LEAVING FRIDAY WITH CCC IN First Lieut. Edward M. Alklre of Camp Tyee, will command the special train which will leave here Friday with CCC members who are to be dis charged in the middle-west. First Lieut. Andrew J. Hemstreet will accompany the train as mess of ficer and First Lieut. HJalmer T. Gen tle will be medical officer. The train will carry 410 members who will be discharged at Fort Sheri dan, Illinois. They will include 68 members from Camp Tyee. 63 mem bers from Camp Steamboat, 87 from Camp China Flats, 83 from Camp Tiller, 49 from Camp South Fork ftnd 60 from Camp Rand. This Includes members who do not wish to re enroll and others who have completed the allotted time in the CCC. The second special train will leave Medford October first with Captain Carroll H. Sawyer In command. It will carry a group of members for discharge as well as the colored en rolleea who are being sent back to their original corps areas. Lieut. Reginald K. Kennedy will accompany the train as mess officer and Lieut. Francis K. Smith, navy medical officer, will be train surgeon. The discharged members will be replaced soon with new CCC men from the same corps areas. 4 OF 27 CCC CAMPS Aerial photographs of all CCC camps In the Medford district will be taken during the next two months, according to Major Clare H. Arm strong, district commander. Captain Bastley R. Farley, air reserve, who has been on CCC duty here for several months, has complet ed arrangements to photograph the 27 winter camps In this district. Cap tain Farley will fly hi own plane and will utilize the services of an aerial photographer from Portland. The project will supply the head quarters with a complete aerial sur vey of the camps In this district, t will be financed by sale of the pic tures to the officers and men desiring them. The schedule for the flights will be drawn up at headquarters to permit all of the men in each camp to ap pear In formation In the pictures. Captain Barley Is an experienced aerial photographer as well as & flyer. Discovery of the simple principle of magnetism possessed by mag netite, or loadstone, was made by Chinese in 2400 B. C. or 3500 years before magnetism was known In Europe. BRONX HOME OF LINDY SUSPECT - w v-: ft (tl 1AW ni f f i 3 V V. rtiMIWt.iawUW : yJ yt Here la the home In the Bronx at New York City where Bruno Richard Hauptmann, aelzed aa the man who collected $50,000 ranaom In the Lindbergh baby kidnaping case, lived with hie wife and baby. Officiate dug up $13,750 of the marked raneom money In the floor of the garage at the rear and found aome of the money on Hauptmann'l person. (Associated Press Photon 1 17 fY am ism i f mmtm MX) In simple ceremonies Rear Adm. John Halllgan took charge of the Puget Sound, Wash., naval station and the thirteenth naval district. Accompanied by Crpt. H. G. S. Wallace (left), acting commandant at the Bremerton navy yard, Halllgan Is shown shaking .'land, with staff officers. (Associated Press Photoi ' HE SECRET OF IS CONTROLLED POWER'4 says C E. 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