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JANUARY 9, 1921—PART 1. ROTHER S e E = Paris 420-30 Seventh St. Northwest ary c inue e 1,000 Mothers are invited— to come tomorrow, and share these wonderful savings A Sale of ~ Boys’ Wash Suits We say with all sincerity: “Opportunity knocks,” so do not miss this selling. The price tells the story—a wash suit for one dollar—all perfectly made—each suit is cut roomy, and will stand many tubbings. You may have your choice of the following materials, styles and colors: \ THE SUNDAY STAR, IN TODAY'’S POST—Important news about our White Sales of Wash Goods, Linens and Bedwear—they talk price. JANE STUART, Our Expert Shopper, will shop for you, or with you. Qut-of-town patrons are invited to take full advantage of this service. I Washington, D. C, January 9, 1921. | | T | although an “old” sale— . it has a NEW meaning! | Lansburgh & Brother January Sales have always proven the fore= most mercantile events in Washing= ton—but there never has been an event that has talked price like this one. m The most remarkable hosiery offer in many months | 720 pairs Women’s g¢j Chiffon Silk Hose $1.39 | i [ l They will be ready at opening time (9:15) Monday. Women who are familiar with the extreme popularity of these sheer pure silk stockings also know that the usual price of perfect hose of similar quality is $3.50 and $4.00. | | i | | I | | 1 | Desirable—in every particular—we feel proud in offering our patrons this opportunity, for the faults are so trivial that close scrutiny by an expert can hardly detect them. All silk from tip of toe to top of garter hem.. And such silk—that wonderfully fine, yet strong, kind which carries its own mark of excellence. This year we have forgotten our former accomplishments as a basis for this year’s business. We’ve simply taken huge stocks of our own goods—plus wonderful new purchases of tremendous proportions—and have applied reductions of such severity that an entirely new meaning has been given to the words—Sale and Price. STYLES— R Dutch, Dickens, Middys, Eton All sizes are represented-in-the Norfolks, Short Russian. lot, but as sizes in every color are somewhat broken, we list, for White your convenience, a detailed list peary .- of sizes and colors available New Suede when the selling starts. The Gold quantity represents the number of pairs in each color. i " Pair, $1.39 LS 8 N = o MATERIALS— Chambrays, Galatea, Madras. & 51 Crashes, ' Linene, REJRN e 3 - w5 These January Sales call for price reductions —you expect big savings—the new economic con- ditions call for reductions and our willingness to make this sale our greatest has resulted in a gale of price slashing that makes it of prime impor- tance to every inhabitant of this city and its sur- roundings. COLORS— ‘White, Blue, Green, Gray, Tan. X3 RER 3 African Brown .. Plain colors, stripes and com- binations. Sizes 2% to 8 years. ‘We will not be able to fill mail and telephone orders on these stockings—please 2 Choice, $1.00. . do not ask us to. No C. 0. Ds and Nv_Echunges. ! First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother. i A Fifth Floor—Lansburgh & Brother. = January Sale of Sheets Cases and Domestic Cotton Prices here have. dropped to such low level that great buying enthusiasm will result. Purchases just made on a new low level—and sharp price cutting, on our: create the best values in years. Tomorrow . | "ALCOVY Sheets | L4 “Mill Runs” in a desirable range of sizes— By w at the lowest prices in years Exceftional saving opportunities are presented in this continuation of Sale The January of Undermuslins Naturally you will not find assortments as complete ~ as when the selling started a week ago, but many new lots have been added, which permits of a‘very pleasing selection. You will find every garment dainty and practical. Choose more than immediate supplies— these low prices are exceptional. MITS iz $2645 | 8.3x10.6; formerly $66.25, at These handsome, serviceable rugs are woven of finest quality yarns, and display the latest and most approved patterns and colorings. They are perfect qualities —and no matter whether you are looking for a large room size, or for a-small rug to fit snugly into your flat or apartment—you are sure to find it in these two groups. Sale $49.75 and $55.00 $3 4 00 Electric Vacuum Cleaner 2 Here you have a choice of two of the best known ‘makes—the Torrington, or Cadillac—they are thorough vaccum cleaners, and will lighten your house- work to a notable extent. The January Sale of Rugs, Curtains and Draperies Offer Unusual Savings This is the best time of all the year to buy floor coverings and hangings. There are many choice groups to select from—all have been subjected to a radical reduction in price—No matter what your home needs may be, we can pro- tvide for them in up-to-date patterns and colorings that will harmonize with the Turnishing of any room. The appended items give further hints of a few of this sale’s outstanding value characteristics. 4 gives you choice of Night- gowns, Envelogpe Chemise, Bloomers or Petticoats 500 pieces—made of nainsook and cambric, as well as good quality muslin. Trimmings are of embroidery and laces. The bloomers are fashioned of flesh batiste. The gowns are high-neck, long-sleeve models. $1.00 Corset Covers, 69c Fitted models—odd lots and discontinued lines. All trim- med with fine lace and made with V or square neck. Same styles, but $1.50 values, are $1. $1.00 Tea Aprons at 79c These are made from fine lawns, in many styles; trim- med in rick rack and embroidery edges. The regular $1.50 Tea Aprons are priced $1. $1.00 Underskirts, 79c Made of sturdy muslin, trimmed with neat embroidery edges. Regular sizes only—the extra sizes in same style, “Old-time prices” for Curtains and. Draperies e ey : Wash Satin Camisoles, 99c Heavy quality—well made, to insure service. Yokes are trimmed with laces and georgette. Very special. $2.00 and $3.00 Envelope Chemise at $1.50 and $1.95. Many styles—also Nightgowns at this price. Both are made of nainsook and trimmed with dainty laces. All sizes. $2.50 to $4.00 Sample Undergarments, $1.69, $1.95 and $2.95 Gowns, Envelope Chemise, Pajamas and Petticoats— made of cambric, nainsook and other lingerie fabrics, trim- med with laces and embroidery. .$3.00 to $5.95 Flesh Batiste Underwear, Now $1.95 and $2.95 This group includes chemise and gowns of Seco silk. voile, witchery crepe. Many are hand embroidered and show touches of fancy stitchery. Ship-over Nightgowns, 59c These are very special—gowns of good quality muslin, in slipover model; also Bloomers of flesh batiste, reinforced and finished with self rufle—and Muslin Drawers finished with embroidery edge. All at one price—choice, 59c. Third Floor—Lansburgh & Brother. ™ Size 63x90, special—each, $1.15 " Size 72x90, special—each, $1.25 ! . Size 72x99, special—each, $1.40 i Size 81x90, special—each, $1.45 i Size 81x99, special—each, -$1.65 . - Size 90x90, special—each, $1.65 il While these sheets are termed “seconds,” the im- B perfections are so slight that they will not affect the i wearing quality. In durability they are fully equal to reg- | i ular “Alcovy” first quality. They are extra_heavy,. made | of bleached sheeting, hand-torn and finished with deep hems. } Every preparation has been made to serve a record crowd at this sale. Ask any one of the thousands who have pur- chased in any of our previous sales of .sheets—they will tell how wonderful the values are. Don’t miss this selling. That’s the way the January Sale talks—and the woman who is now planning for new hangings will be particularly interested in these timely values. “All are of excellent quality, and in new designs. Our prices are lower than you ever hoped to find them, even in January Sales. $8.25 and $9.95Voile $5.75and $6.50 Voile 1,000 yards Curtain and Scrim Curtains and Scrim Panels Scrim, special $7.25 pair at $4.75 27¢ and 37c Fine Voile and Scrim Cur- These are high-grade, good- These are exceptional value tains, two to five pair matched | looking panels, with centers —high-grade quality curtain lots. These are full 25 yards and edges of cluny, filet and scrim, of 36-inch width, and 1 h Sehedsand. b antique pattern designs. They comes with a variety of dainty (07 BRI Sl i are 2 yards long, and 40 border effects. Choice of med with laces and inserts. inches wide. white, cream and ecru. Alcovy Pillowcases—Made of Tubing Size 4236, efaich, nch . 3¢ ks 42¢ Compared to the quantity of sheets offered, there | are sufficient quantities of these cases to match sheets. ! All made from tubing—cut generously wide and long, and finished with three-inch hems. Very remarkable values at these special prices - > $8.95 and $9.95 Armure Portieres $6.95 pair Shown in effective designs— and rich colors—rose, blue, brown .and green. You will find them of excellent quality, and suitable for hangings where quality counts most. Furniture Reupholstered and Slip-Covers Made During January at Actual Cost January also will be of saving interest to those who are contemplating having reupholstering work done, as well as for those who need slip covers. Usually a very dull month in these lines, and in order to keep our expert workmen busy, we will do this.work now for the usual cost to us. We can assure prompt and efficient service, in fact we will guarantee all work, just the same as if you paid full price. Write or phone, and we’ll send an expert to ‘make an estimate. Fourth Floor—Lansburgh & Brother. * * * Unbleached Sheeting, - yard 22c | Very heavy, perfect quality, easy to bleach, espe- | cially d{sirable,’ for sheets and cases. Three widths— 40, 42 and 44 inches, all at one price—22c a yard. I Unbleached Sheeting, 1lc yard i | Exceptional—a value we doubt if we will ever du- licate. 36-inch heavy unbleached sheeting, easy to Eleach, fine enough for aprons. Bleached Muslin, 15¢ yard A new, low price for this heavy muslin, free from dressing—and full 36 inches wide. Splendid for family ‘And now comes the climax in January value-giving. Wool Dress Goods at and less than pre-war prices and here are worthy and illustrative examples: 56-inch All-Wool Navy Blue French Serge, special, $1.39 yard The Woolen Dress Goods Section will brilliantly surpass all past records in January value giving tomorrow, when we offer seasonable woolen dress goods at less than present cost of production. This one item is a convincing example. Be prompt as there are only 300 yards for sale. ) uses. 6-4 Bleached Sheeting, 29c yard Strong qua}i:ly, full bleach, smooth, even thread, launders beautifuily. Just right for cot and single-bed sheets and pillowcases. Longcloth, special 25c¢ yard 26 inches wide—exceptionally fine, closely woven quality, twisted round thread, adapted for making fine undergarments and children’s dresses. First Floer—Lansburgh & Brother. AN-W o0l Cream Serge, 50 in. wide, $1.19 Splendid for separate skirts to be worn. with coats of contrasting color. Non-crushable and absolutely all wool and perfect weave. Black Seal Plush, 50 inches wide, $13.25 Extra deep pile of pure Tussah silk. An exact replica of the real animal skin. Fine for coats, stoles, muffs, etc. Mohair Sicilian, 50 inches wide, yard, 99¢ This mohair is reversible and dust-repellant. Silky, lustrous face. In black and navy blue only. Excellent for early spring. ° Third Fleor—Lansburgh & Brether. Navy Blue Empress Cloth, 54 inches wide, 317.98 Besides navy blue we have a limited quantity of brown and black. Fine for separate skirts and suits. wonderful value. Really a All-Wool Navy Serge, 42 inches wide, 97c Besides navy blue we have this all-wool serge in Bur- gundy and black. Excellent for children’s wear, middies, etc. Special Monday, while it lasts, 97c a yard. Pretty Skirting Plaids, 38 inches wide, $1.29 Ten beautiful color combinations, including ‘black and white plaids. These will be very popular this coming season. < Poiret Serge, 54 inches wide, yard, $3.98 . Very sturdy and especially suitable for tailor-mades. In navy blue only. A really fine value, and fine for your new spring suit. Navy Blue Tricotine, 56 inches wide, $3.98 This is a super-value and one that has never been equaled in recent years. The season’s leading fabrics for suits, dresses, etc.