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V 3 A POLICEMAN FIGHTS IN WEST 59TH SL (Continued) Street and made such good time tli.it ho reached Tenth Avcnuo mid 59th Street ahead of tho man O'Flaherty waa chatsltig. 'I'ho robber darted Into tho front of ono of tho tenements. Tho policemen followed him, but n search of tho houso and tho roofs was tn vain. , Tho man running cast was aeon by Dr. Joseph II. Jaffor of No. 532 Cen tral Park West, who was upproachlntr tho hospital to attend a Ulnlc. IIo turned and chased tho running high wayman and nearly overtook htn half Tray to Eighth Avenue. Tho fugitive turned and tired II vo ahota toward tho doctor as fast as ho could pull the trigger. Dr. Jaffor did not slackon his paco and this man too ran Into n tenement and was lost. A third young man, dressed as much llko tho two highwaymen as though tho thrco had been costumed for a vaudovlllo song-and-danco act, Jumped to tho teal bcsldo tho driver of tho cab, Vldal Madorrian of ,No. SG Manhattan Avenue, put a revolver to .tho chauffeur's sldo and com mandod hint with a curso to "get going." Madorrian promptly ran his cab Into the ono ahead of It so that tho wheels jammed. Detectives of tho West 68th Street Statton.arrlvlng In a police automobile, mado a hurried search for tho taxl cab In which tho robbers had attempt ed to escape nnd Its driver. Later they learned Madorrian had of his own motion driven directly to tho ntu Ion nnd reported tho attempted rob bery to Lieut, llunnoll. Maddorlan trntd he had been wnltlnp for u faro at Llggctt's Drug Storo on Columbus Clrclo when :t dapper young man In n tan overcoat and gray hat had climbed Insldo and told him to drlvo to 9th Street and Ninth Ave nue, stopping a few doors east of tho corner. IIo followed directions. Tho young man got out to tho sidewalk and told him to wait a minute. Other vehicles closed In on him, and then ramo tho sound of tho shot and the other two tan-overcoatcd men ran from tho store. Tho chauffeur cheerfully agreed to aid Detective Sergta. Daly, Cronln nnd Lawless In searching the Hell's Kitchen district for tho robbers. Cronln tald he was confident that he knew one of tho escaped men by description and probably both wero members of a band or drug addicts whose lawlessness Is a constant threat to storekeepers and residents of Wtit 69th Street. Uemstcln, tho Jeweller, was taken from his storo to tbo emergency ward of rtoosovclt Hospital by orderlies under tha direction of Dr. J. A Mc Donald, who had run from tho offlco of tho hospital at tho sound nf tho first shot. Tho bullet had only mado a flesh wound, tho surgeons said. COP RUNS UPON TRIO WANTED FOR HOLD-UP OF TAXICAB DRIVER Tried ta MnUc Oelnwiir With Slory of HmlnK Hern nl n AnUc. William Nowak, twenty, a chauf. feur. of No. 131 West 91ot Street; Arthur Williams, twenty-two, who savs ho Is a clerk, of No. 215 West 97th Street, and Jerry O'Shea, tuenty-one. of No. 200 West 92d Street were arraigned to-day In tho West Side Police Court charged with assault and robbery. Patrolman McAullffo saw a cab standing at tho curb of Central Park West at 110th Street early this morn ing, and on his approach an argu ment was started between tho chauf. feur and his faro, who appeared to be drunk. O'Shea was tho driver and Williams tho drunken fare. Then No wak came up and said Williams was a I. Altmatt $c (Ha Hat aim d Scarf Sets (Misses' and Childrera's) for Winter sports wear comprise a smart gift selection. These Sets, made of camels-hair cloth, most of them embroidered in contrasting colors, are displayed in the Millinery Depart ment on the First 'Floor. ' Here also ae featured H&'jt Bandeaux for the evening cos tum including the newest ideas in dainty leaf designs and the more elaborate crown effects, some from Parts, others made in the work rooms off this establishment variously priced at $3.00 to 119.50 Women's Tuingc Overbfloiuisei in a choice off fashionable models (some off them imported) . at $H4.-9 These Blouses are developed tn crepe de Chine, beaded and plain; beaded georgette, and georgette with embroidered net lace; and offer a decided concession at the price quoted (T-hfod Floor) Emannell Gift Novelties of sterling salver may be selected at unusually low prices Toilet Sets (80 pieces), per set Petfumc Holders . . ' . Vanity Powder Cases, with chain ( First Floor ) . $1130.00 each BoSO each 5,50 fflabtsou iUbcnucdf tftfj &bcmie, i?ctu oil EfjirtHourtf) Street Wrtp-fiftfj Street friend and thnt ho would pay and tako caro of him. He wld they had been at a wake. O'Shea had told the patrolman that ho had picked Will iams up on Broadway at 47th Street. McAullffo rapped for assistance, keeping tho trio covered with bis gun Patrolman Wallack ran up and the throe men were taken to the West 100th Street Station. Whon they reached tho station they learned that a general alarm had been Just sent out for a hold-up In Central Park. The man held up wns sent for and promptly Identified tho men, who, he said, had held him up. A brick rolled up In a cap wan found In tho cab. The victim was Victor Itodgcrs, driver of a Valo taxlcnb. lie said that O'Shea had hailed him at Broad way and 43d Btreet, protending to bo drunk. IIo drove through tho park o 7th Street on tho West Drive when O'Shea halted him on n pretext. nothcr cab drovo up and O'Slicn lift him over tho head with a plcco of iilpe and tho trio robbed him of $22 and his gloves. IIo Identified the lovcs which O'Shea was wearing as his, Hodgcrs's, property. XOTUII CIIVK SPECIALIST UIF.S. ALBANY. Doc. ".Dr. J. StontKomery MoMicr, widely known rut n nerve spo clallAt. died suddenly nt his homo here to-doy He established ho first psychopathic- wnrtl In connection with u BOticrul hospital in tho I'nltrd fitntes. He wns fS yenrs of ngr LINER GEO. WASHINGTON IN COLLISION OFF DOVER; NOT DAMAGED IN CRASH Clrne HorU Able lo SUUe Port With Ilotr Crnalieil tr Acci dent. DOVER, England, Dec. 7. Iho col llslon between tho Oeorgo Washington nnd tho Clyno nock occurred nt mid night between tho Goodwin Sands and tho 1'rcncli coast, according to the crew of tho Clyno Bock, which has arrived hero damaged. Tho crow said that so far na they could sco the Ocoigo Washington was not damngttl. No ono was hurt. Tho crew of tho Clyno Bock nald tho collision happened whllo th res sols wero clearing pnch other, the Clyno Hock bound west and the Gcorgo Washington east. They claim tho accident wn duo to faulty ma rocttvrlng on tho part of Sho Amer ican steamer, asserting thnt the liner's position was so altered that tho Clyno Bock was struck on the port bow. Tho Impact caused a nolso llko an explosion. .Only a few persons were visible on he deck of the Ocorgo Washington Tho liner offered tho Clyno Bock ns ilstnnce, but when It was found that tho Britisher could take caro of her self the George Washington proceeded on her courso for Bremen. Her vor slon of tho affair1 probably will not by known until sho reaches that port. During the noon hour rush yetordr 1 In tho dining room of the Lawyeraj Club. No. 11S Broadway, William lUrX ris. sixty-three, of No. .63 West'lOUt' Street, employed as a waiter at the club . for more than thirty year, becama lit. nml rili.fl lifVr th arrival nt Tw nnn.1 .K itow. ohyslelsn of the bulldinr. Itrri. ) was unmarried. Every Woman Knows PUTNAM FADELESS DYES Are the finest in the lini Etch package dyes or tints any fabric or material. Why Pay More? Sewing Baskets A Thoughtful Gift for Mother Well made basketsofTan or White wicker with covers of Red, Blue. Rose, or Gtcen Morocco leather. The sewing articles arc conve niently arranged on the inside of the cover. 6.75 tq 29.75 ' (Ms in FUtt) For Small Boys Jersey Suits 4.95 Make Practical Gifts Developed in all wool jersey cloth in Middy and the Oliver Twist model (illustrated). ThcyTcome in all the desirable colors and com binations. Middy sizes, 4 to 10 years. Oliver Twist sizes, 3 to 8 years. Boys' Norfolk Suits (2 pair knickeri) Special, IO. QO Well tailored suits of all wool ma terials in several new styles. The coats are fully lined with alpaca. Sizes 7 to 18 years. ( THri Fiff) A Holiday Sale of "SuedettcM,Glove 95c Our greatest sale of fabricglovus at an extremely low price. Wrist length duplex, 12 and 16 button styles in a superior qual ity, with many new shades from which to choose. Rff.. U.S. Pat. Oft. f Mstn Ftctr) Gifts in Housewares Because nf their usefulness and long service they will be prized bv the woman in the home. Carving set made of the best American steel, with genuine stag handles. pieces in a lined box. :.oc tt I. ox-Lid heavy gauge aluminum cooker set with iiiset pans. Thip set may be used "in nine different ways. There is a patent cover with vegetable strainer held by a latch. :.o? Mir rofcluminumcoficc percolator. ( cup capacity. 1.4ft ( 5i It ) . iMcCreery Quality Luggage tftu en Hk ElttlA fie' i Otir luggage departments complete ly equipped to meet all the needs ot the traveler. Wardrobe trunks and traveling bags of all descriptions. Plain and fitted week-end and over night bags which make excellent Christmas gifts. Russian 'Filet Decorative Laces Very Specially Priced make very desirable gifts for the woman who enjoys making things for her home. In all the most desir .iblc width.. I'ilet Hands iy and :o inches wide, yard, 4.:; :i to 24 inches wide, yard, 4.9c 27 inches wide, yard, 6.9; Fringes, . . . per yard, 90 to 3.2; Milt h i c ) ' toe Hours y ei. in. ta 6 p. in. James McGreery & Go. 10c. .'hi v7 I llfl . 1 mi 1 I 1 m A Rope of f& 2 FIFTH AVENUE jTH STREET The Great Christmas Gift Shop of All New York An almost bewildering array ot gilts has been brought together to make this the greatest ofgiftshops. Here you will iincl gifts to meet every requirement. Gifts that combine beauty with utility, beauty with economy, and those beau- ful for beauty's sake alone. Imitation Pearls A gift of rare distinction is this 4-inch necklace of indestructible pearls. They arc an.indispcnsable accessory for the smart woman, and just the length that is so fash ionable at the present time. 6.7; (Mai Flttr) Pullman Slippers For Gifts They will be much .appreciated bv the mM who travels, because they fold compactly in a small leather case. I n a fine quality real leather. Sizes .1 to 1 1 . They come in Black. Tan, and Red. 2.95 and 4-95 (.1.M1 r..r) V Vtsit Tommy Ctaus L on our Fifth Floor Train Sets "American Flyer'.' A toy that will dcligh.t the small bo . A train set -with an engine, conl tender, a passenger coach and ten sections of track. Special, 1.75 Wooden Speed Boat "Miss America" A wooden speedboat, named and modeled after the boat that won the championship. It has a powerful spring motor. 4.50 A Christmas Gift for the Home A seven-piece Turkish Bath Set consistingof a bathmat,tvo bath towels, two guest size and tuo face cloths. Colors are Blue or Rose. Attractively boxed. Set 6.00 ( Si 1 1 n J F lt ) Gift Furniture Odtl pieces of furniture make dimming gifts that will outlast many things that arc the usual gifts for Christmas. (FifiK Fl,,r) Negligees and Warm Robes Make Very Acceptable Christmas Gifts A luxurious robe of quilted Crepe tle'Lhinc, lined wth silk and warmh interlined sith lamb's wool. Silk cord girdle. In Rose, I'Vcnch Hluc, Copen hagen, Orchid, Turquoise, Coral, Wis taria and Black. 14.7? B Negligees of soft Crepe Satin with very decorative long flowing sleeves weighted with silken tassels. Sclf braided girdle1. Also a brocaded satin with match ing Georgette slexvcs, French flowers and self tic sash. Your choice of four models. French Blue, Rose, Coral, Tea Rose, Tur quoise, I lenna, Orchid, Wistaria and Black. 1.4.75 A very dainty Boudoir cap, 2.75 These robes and negligees are spe cially priced for Friday aiul Saturday. (Tin J f ..r ) ,0' lind Table, with book trough", has many uses and makes a much appreciated gift. 8.75 ill m 7t Solid mahogany book stand, will give pleasure to the book lover or the student. ti.oo A muffin stand of solitl mahogany makes a useful .gift. 0-7 ? Smoker's Cabinet. An unusual gift for the 111 a n w h o smoke. :o.oo ( s v t 1 r 1 1 1 ) t f Mi '-m M 3 tr