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WI Winnetka Public Library, Winnetka, Ill. NETKA WEEKLY TALK A Clean Neuspaper for a Clean Community VOL. XIV, NO. 25 WINNETKA, ILLINOIS, SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 1925 TWENTY-FOUR PAGES PRICE FIVE CENTS CHINESE BATTLE IN JUST CAUSE Winnetka Minister in Orient Contradicts Lurid Tales of Extreme Violence 'BLAME ON FOREIGNERS Students and the Educated Classes Seek Reforms The turmoil in China today, concern- ing which the press of the western world is penning sensational and lurid paragraphs, is not, despite popular be- lief, a blood-thirsty uprising of the il- literate masses, but, on the contrary, an orderly expression of protest regis- tered by the students and other edu- cated Chinese against the overbearing attitude and conduct of many, if not most, of the foreigners in China. That information comes to readers of WINNETKA TALk from Paul R. Rey- nolds, minister of the Winnetka Con- gregational church in China, who re- cently directed a letter regarding the Chinese upheavals to William Ayer McKinney, a leader in the local church. Of particular interest is the following extract from the letter: Misinterpret Cause "You have no doubt been following affairs in China during these days of turmoil. Personally I greatly fear that because of the distance, the problems of misinterpretation and other factors, the true picture has not been given to the American public. It is compared to Boxer days whereas it is as far from that sort of a movement as pole from pole. "That movement was made up of the ignorant masses stirred to frenzy by the officials. This is a movement of the students and the educated classes. That ~~cd violence. This is definitely op- bed to the use of violence and despite the lurid write-ups of blood-thirsty mobs, more than 90 percent of the kill- ing and wounding has been by for- eigners. That was a flare-up. This will continue to grow until it achieves its purposes. This movement is not primarily anti-foreign. It is against extra-territoriality ; the unequal treaties, the foreign concessions, etc. It is against the overbearing attitude and conduct of many, if not most, of the foreigners in China. It is against the injustices and brutalities in the for- eign mills. It is reported to be Bol- shevist. There is no doubt but that the Bolshevist agents were on the job, but, as Harry Ward says, much of this stu- dent interest in the conditions of the working men and effort to help is a direct outgrowth of our mission pro- gram of religious education. "Reds" in Minority "A small wing of the student move- ment is "Red" but only a minority. The present control is in the hands of a splendid group of leaders many of whom were trained in our Christian schools. They will hold control; unless their hand is forced by the Bourbon tactics of the foreigners. It may be that this affair will eventuate in gener- al violence. If it does, not only the distant causes but the present factors leading to that violence will rest with the foreigners. In the face of repeated firing into unarmed groups, in the face of machine guns, armoured cars, gun boats. increased landing of marines, in (Continued on page 5) Rev. Richards to Return to Pulpit September 13 Rev. James Austin Richards, pastor of the Winnetka Congregational church, will return to his pulpit Sun- day, September 13, it was announced this week. He has been at his sum- mer home in Connecticut since early in the summer, taking a complete rest at his physician's order. Dr. Allen Hoben, president of Kalamazoo college, Kalamazoo, Mich., has been occupying the pulpit during the month of Au- gust, and will preach tomorrow and the following Sunday. Dr. Hoben is a member of the American Socio- logical society, the Religious FEduch- tion association and the Academy of Political and Social Science. He is the author of "The Minister and the Boy" and "The Church School of Citizenship." He has been prominent in church and educational circles for many years and has been very popular with Winnetka church-goers. HOME FROM VACATION Miss Fisher of the Winnetka Com- munity House staff returned Monday from her vacation which was spent at Winona Lake, Indiana. During her stay there she attended the Bible Con- ference and visited with friends. Chicken Dinners Suffer as Frank Masters G. O. G. Strenuous measures are to be adopt- ed by Northbrook authorities, it is stated, to cause one Frank Bartelme, erstwhile conscientious director of the celebrated chicken dinner habitat in that community, to resume strict at- tention to duty at that notable eating haunt of the roving citizenship of Chi- ago's north shore. / Frank, it would. appear, has passed out of the picture--in a manner of speaking. No, not that, exactly. But he simply hasn't been in evidence at the tavern for lo, these many bright sun- shiny days. The chief of police over there insti- gated a sweeping search the other day with the result that Frank was eventu- ally located coming out of the rough at the Bunker Hill golf course. Frank--by way of enlightening the gentle reader--had, until quite recent- ly, adhered strictly to the class that regarded golf as an old man's game. Now, after being touched with the cele- brated "bug", he finds that it is rapidly making an old man of him, so assidu- ously has he been chopping the tall grass and groping after the pellet in the pesky sand traps. FAVOR TOWNS' CIVIC GROUP Suggest Federation of North Shore Interests Winnetka officials, it is believed, will lend their approval to the idea, ex- pressed recently in a letter directed by Mayor Charles Bartlett of Evanston to the Glencoe Chamber of Commerce on the occasion of that organization's Glencoe Day, of formulating a nen- governmental federation of north shore communities for the purpose of protecting the common interests of the municipalities in question. Mayor Bartlett's suggestion this week was seconded by Mayor Far- well Winston of Lake Forest, who, when interviewed, declared himself as being unreservedly in favor of the proposition. Mayor «+ Winston stated that the proposition is not only desirable but an ultimate necessity, adding that it has frequently occurred to him that a body of men similar to a board of di- rectors with representatives from each town would be an invaluable influence in solving common problems of sew- age, drainage, transportation and in protecting common interests against any endeavor on the part of Chicago to dissolve the individual identities of the various communities. The Lake Forest executive empha- sized the fact that the seven morth shore communities, Evanston, Wil- mette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park and Lake Forest oc- cupy a strategic position in relation to the expansion of Chicago. Rapid developments to the south and west of the north shore, encouraged by the new extension of the North Shore line to Libertyville provides a condition which commands the concerted alert- ness of the several communities that will be so directly affected, he asserted. Signboard Ordinance Is Given More Consideration The proposed new signboard ordi- nance, which has been under considera- tion by the village council for: some time came up at the meeting held Tues- day evening. of this week, but action was deferred until the next council meeting in September, This was done to give ithe special. committee which was appointed inyestigate the matter more time to consider suggestions of the Winnetka Chamber: of Commerce. Some action on ter will prob- oni this matter. 1 ably be taken at flext council meet- ing. Lutheran Congregation tion which meets every Sunday 379 Rosewood avenue. band and speeches. ested in mission work attend, it is announced. Plans Mission Benefit Members of the Lutheran congrega- at Christ Church Parish house will give a benefit for the mission work of the denomination Sunday afternoon, Au- gust 30, at 3 o'clock, on the lawn at The benefit will be given under direction of the Rev. G. O. Mona of Chicago and the program will include music by a string Everyone inter- is invited to HALE TRAGEDY SHOCKS VILLAGE Untimely Passing of Capt. Fraser Hale Is Mourned by Entire Community VETERAN OF 2 WARS Won Enviable Reputation in Aviation Service Winnetka this week is mourning the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens in the untimely passing of Capt. Fraser Hale, U. S. army pilot, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry R. Hale, 761 Foxdale avenue, who was instantly killed when his plane fell on a golf L fs, Services for of the World expedition into exi Wednesday afternoo cemetery and were att and Mrs. Hale, a his iy the Rev. E. Ashley Gerhar Christ church. In the co military service army planes f the grave, symbolizing the air final honors to a fallen comrade. Guest at Country Club i Captain Hale had been spending the week-end with friends at White Sul- phur Springs, having flown from his headquarters at the Bolling aviation field near Washington on Saturday to be the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Payne of Atlanta, Ga., at the Green Brier resort near White Sulphur Springs. His plane had been parked on one of the fairways of the Green Brier golf course, preparatory to the return flight and a large group of guests at the club casino witnessed the fatal accident when the plane, rising to an altitude of about 100 feet, suddenly fell into a nose dive, crashed to the ground, was enveloped in flames and brought instant death to the pilot and his mechanic. i Fraser Hale was born at Park Hill, Ontario, Canada, February 4, 1893, and came to Winnetka in 1894. He was (Continued on Page 4) Norr DID YOU FIND A SUIT CASE? LOST--STRAW SUITCASE from platform of North Shore electric, 2:30 p.m. express last Wed. be- tween Indian Hill and Church st. stations. Re- ward if returned or for information. 67 Warwick Ave., Winn, YOU'LL FIND it in OUR WANT ADS WANT AD DEADLINE THURSDAY NOON 4 C9 3 ~ Elmer Is Still Reminded of His Glorious Victory CHURCH LEADERS AT STONE RITES The gentlemen who faded before the prowess of one Elmer E. Adams and his partner, Fred Radner, at horse- shoes last Winnetka day, are welcome to the consoling information that El- mer's gain in one regard was a painful experience in another. Elmer, commander-in-chief of the lo- cal postal establishment, has been all but hobbling to and from work these days. Only the other night he gave out the interesting information--with ap- propriate demonstrations--that he was still physically impaired as a result of the strenuous, not to mention painful victory. Nevertheless Elmer and Fred are the recipients of numerous challenges for matches and it is not unlikely that the court on the rear lawn of the Nash C. Cazel residence at 860 Pine street, may become the scene of a thrilling tourna- ment before the long winter evenings replace the outdoor sport with the fire- side checker engagements. Elmer will be pleased to harken to all challengers, but don't call him dur- ing business hours. LAST CALL FOR TEACHER HOMES P. T. A. Anxious to Hear from Householders Last call for homes for our public school teachers! The plea is sounded by Mrs. C. I. Byron, who, in the name of the Win- netka Parent-Teacher association, is interested in securing adequate housing Chicago and Evanston Men to Conduct Sacred Heart Ceremonies Sunday PROCESSION FEATURES Loyola University President Gives Sermon Sacred Heart parish, Hubbard Woods, will celebrate the laying of the cornerstone of its new church edifice with impressive ceremonies next Sun- day, August 30, at which Monsignor P. I. Bierman of Evznston will offici- ate. The rites will be attended by church people thrrughout the north shore. The new church to be located at Tower road and Burr avenue, Hubbard Woods, is to be of early English Gothic architecture, constructed of Bedford stone. It promises to be one of the finest church structures on the north shore, ard will stand as a monument to the efforts of the pastor, the Rev. F. J. Haarth, who started the parish ome 25 years ago. . Altars of Marble The main altar and the two side al- tars, 'he communion railing and the pulpit will be of marble. The windows are imported. There will be an en- trance from the church to the new parsonage, in which will be located an office that can be reached from the church building as well as the par- sonage. Off of the entrance will be. a rocm io be used by the ushers. The architect is Herman Gaul, of Chicago. The contractor is 'Albert P. Kloep"er, of Winnetka. The mason wn L r WW ac ie 3 or ie eachers ho Are Se tv o i 1 p! ch Earl C duty of structing the youth of the community 7 While residents haw been respond- gran ing heartily to the restest for house- hold furnishings for the new teacher apartments in the FEckart building, the arent-Teacher associztion has been ble as yet to guarantee a sufficient er of rooms for all the teachers. Byron, who is charged with the ring these rooms in various omes, is anxious to hear ders who may have uring the school season. ached by calling Win- the matter of the teacher 0 expressed response sec es apartments, pds ver from local house "We have sentials" she variety of tho contribute so rich atmosphere of livi gest, for instance, © day bed covers, table and lamp shades, pictures frames, book-ends, candle: a-brac, book-shelves, rugs a the incidentals which mean the diff ence between a room that is merel real home." Ly Prompt response to the appeal of the Parent-Teacher association is desirous since but two weeks remain before the opening of schools when the teachers must be established in their rooms. Articles contributed may be left at the Horace Mann school, or, in the event that is not possible, the Parent-Teacher association will be pleased to attend to the matter of providing a conveyance. New Trier Opens Doors for New Year Sept. 14 New Trier High school students and faculty will begin their season's work Monday morning, September 14, at 8:30 o'clock, it was announced by the high school authorities this week. At that time all students who plan to at- tend the school are expected to report. There will be a special meeting for all teachers Saturday morning, September 12, in Room 215 at 9 o'clock. The book store at the school will be open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings before the be- ginning of school, it was announced, so that those pupils who wish to avoid the Monday morning rush may be ac- commodated. A very large enrollment is expected this year and with the new facilities and improvements which were com- pleted last year and are contemplated in the future the. school will be one of the most completely equipped in the United States, it is said. Twelve new teachers have been added to the fac- ulty. living place and one that constitutes a |: worl Ss. being done by Anton Wagner, "he parish has grown from a few families to more than 300 families, a circumstance which has made this new building necessary. : Start With Procession The stone-laying ceremonies will be- gin at 2:30 o'clock in the afternoon when a parade will form along Center street between Tower road and Elm street. Each family of the parish has been requested to be represented in this parade with an automobile decor- ated with flags or banners. The boys' band from St. Mary's Training school at DesPlaines has been secured to head the parade. The procession will be in charge of Col. John V. Clinnin, mar- shall, and Maj. William H. King, Jr, as his aid. It will move at 3 o'clock from the corner of Center and Elm streets, and the line of march will be as follows: south on Linden to Wil- low street, east on Willow to Maple, north on Maple to Elm, west on Elm t [to Lincoln, north on Lincoln to Tower e froad, Tower road to Green Bay road, ence north on Green Bay road into enleaf avenue, Glencoe, north on mleaf to Park avenue, west on nue to Greenwood, south on yd to Tower road and east on d to the church. The cars park west of Burr avenue don terrace, and on north and streets west of Burr avenue. ere will be no parking on the blocks surrounding the church. Loyola Head to Preach The children of the parish will as- semble in the old church building, and there will be a procession consisting of the children, the clergy and the Holy Name Society Glee club, from the old church building to the new building. At 4 o'clock the cornerstone laying ceremony will take place. Monsignor P. L.. Bierman, of Evanston, will offici- ate. The Very Rev. William Agnew, S. J., president of Loyola university, will preach the sermon. Service Yard Building Will Be in Use Soon Winnetka's new service yard build- ing, on Center street between Pine and Fig streets, is now nearing completion. Great care was taken in designing this building to provide something at once beautiful and servicable and the result is said to be the most artistic building of its kind on the north shore. Vil- lage Manager H. I.. Woolhiser an- nounced this week that the Village ex- nects to occupy the new building with- in the next two weeks. ANNOUNCE SUNDAY SERVICES The Scandinavian Evangelical church will hold its regular services Sunday, August 30, with H. O. Olney as the principal speaker. On Wednesday eve- ning there will be a service at 8 o'clock, and the Young Peoples' class will meet Thursday evening, the services to be conducted by Mr. Olney. A hp §