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THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. é., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 192T. = POOR JOE! always retain his pre- eminence as a delineator of character. You will recall Poor Joe, in “Bleak House.” He was a derelict of the London streets, who moved about in a veritable labyrinth of advertising signs and billboards. Their bright colors screamed at him by day, and their lights blinked at him by night. But they were meaningless to Poor Joe—he couldn’t read. Dickens will . Yet, even Poor Joe would have no diffi- culty shopping in this store. He would need only to point to or ask for the thing he wished to purchase. And he would be safe, because the quality and the price would be RIGHT. ‘We believe it to be our duty to see that our customers get not only what they want, but that what they get is the best of its kind at the price. New Arrivals—New Values Fine Voile Blouses at $2.00 Just unpacked—three hundred of these crisp, new Blouses and they present an assortment of distinc- tive styles, developed of French and domestic Voiles, and trimmed with smart collars, lace and hand embroidery. One style as sketc’ed. Clever new collars. Tuxedo mod- cls with vestee are very chic. All have long sleeves. Sizes range from 36 to 46. Second Floor—Lansburgh & Brother . ‘Brown Kid Oxfords - .+ (As sketched on models in above Suit Ad) at $7.95 Anmoxford that combines comfort with beauty and grace is sure to be in demand. These oxfords, in brown kid with welted soles, military heels and . straight tip, not only do this, but have the additional ~: attraction of being specially priced. i For those who prefer a heavier leather the same model = is shown in brown calfskin. In sizes AAA to C and 2% to 8. . Second Floor—lLansburgh & Brother - Exquisite Laces ~ For Evening Gowns : Yard $5.95 It would be difficult to imagine anything lovelier than these flouncings, richly embroidered in tomato < red, porcelain blue and gray on a black silk back- ~ ground. 36 inches wide. . . EMBROIDERED NET—In designs to match the flounc- ing; this all-over net is shown in 36-inch width, Yard, $5.95. ; METAL EDGES—A variety of laces in gold and silver, from 4 to 6 inches wide, are moderately priced at, yard, 89c, y NARROW EDGINGS—From 1 to 2 inches wide; these = {oldda;dé-nlver edgings are shown in a number of patterns. % Yard, First Floor—lansburgk & Brother j-“,Organdie Collar and - Cuff Sets at 95¢ Not often does one have an opportunity to pur- chase such dainty collar and cuff scts as these of organdie. Some are trimmed with fine Jace and . _hand-embroidered dots, while others are simply “tailored. - EYELET COLLAR AND CUFF SETS—Embroidered ~“Bn eyelets these good leokin, i1l ad 1 fine i=h to & dark c tm‘l.u. lam' ‘:rh'm:u% .\n'th"fl:o“ I-::‘n "~ ONE HUNDRED ALL-WOOL, : Navy Blue Tricotine Suils tailored and-semi-tailored suits that are stunning in their simple elegance, All coats are lined with serviceable silk and the sleeves are full length with clos i h « se-fitting or bell shape cuffs. Some are plain and others are trimmed with embroidery, braid, buttor itchi narrow belts. Sizes 16 for misses to 44 for women. % & S e Second Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Specially Priced $2 Youthfulness to a marked ‘degree distin- guishes these hand- some Suits of navy blue Tricotine in a gratifying selection of 12 styles. The boyish box coat is well represented—some hanging in straight, loose, graceful lines from the shoulder, others flared slightiy. Blouse models, ripple peplums and panel backs, off-set Tuesday Only—Ofiering Hundreds of Entirely New Brilliant-Hued Trimmed Hats Special Va’ues A burst of brilliant coloring will greet your eyes when you enter our Millinery section to- morrow. This is caused by the wonderful new hats that have just arrived, They have been especially bought for the occasion, and then augmented by our-selection of regular $7.50 hats. Shown in a fascinating array of new modes—and colors, Hats which arc the outward cxpression of woman’s ever changing moods, designed to empha- size & graceful personality in every matron or miss, There are nearly as many styles as there arc hats—simple, or elaborately trimmed modcs—pokes, sailors, turbans, mushrooms, chin chins and roll-off- the face styles—developed of the scssoa’s newest bralds—choice $6.49, Becond Ficos—Lansburgh & Brother, URGH¢& TUESDAY STORE NEWS Middy Blouses - al $1.00 Well made, of fine quality Lons- dale Jean, in all white; these attrac- tive middies have patch pockets. An | opportunity to secure several blouses 40-Inch Genuine French Voiles $1.00 Yard A beautiful quality, offered in many | colors—including dark and light blue, | copen, pink, green, lavender, orchid, | { maize, taupe and black. First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Canton Crepe $2.98 yard A heavy, crepey weave, in popular | demand for Spring dresses. Shown in ? seal brown, Autumn, henna, navy and Third Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Serviceable Sateen Petticoals | $1.50 40-Inch All-Silk: One of the most serviceable petti- | coats made. Heavy, lustrous black | and colored sateen, finished with hem- stitched, pleated or tailored flounces. Third Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Dress Taffeta $2.25-yard Rich, heavy quality for dresses, ; very lustrous finish. Choice of navy, and sapphire, seal, - and black. vor—Lansburgh & Brother midnight " 35-Inch Chiffon - | 'Children’s Rompers “and Creepers $1.00 Sturdy, well made garments, of good quality gingham and seersucker, in plain colors and checks. Beach or bloomer style. Sizes 2 to 6. Third Floor—Lansburgh & Brother " Pretty Draw-String | Beaded Bags $3.59 These bags are very smart for spring, especially with light frocks. Beautiful scroll and conventional de- | signs, on light backgrounds. First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother 36-Inch Silk Warp Poplin $1.00 Yard For spring wear, in a variety of | colors—brown, rose, navy, pink, dark | and light green, tan, old blue, purple, wistaria, black and white. First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother | 35-Inch Black Chiffon Taffeta $1.49 Yard A splendid. heavy quality, with soft chiffon finish. Just now very popu- lar for new dresses and wraps. A rich, raven black; fast dye. Third Floor—Lansburgh & Brother 3 = 2 § o~ | Party Boxes $1.95 How necessary they are! They are so convenient, being roomy, and fitted with good size mirror and handy change purse. Good value. First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Gold-Plated Lingerie Clasps 29c Pair No woman can be without them. They hold undergarment straps in place. Choice of plain or engraved styles. Gold-plated Collar Pins, 25c Pair First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Blue Ribbon Toilet Specials Djer-kiss Talcum Powder, 19c. Jergen’s Bath Soaps, 2 cakes, 15c. Hanson & Jenk’s Ilys Toilet ‘Water, clean and fresh in odor, 95¢. First Floor—Lanaburgh & Brother | 35-Inch Black Satin Duchess $1.69 Yard Soft and supple, this rich, deep black satin is suitable for the better frocks, and even capes. The price | s special for Tuesday only. i Third Floof—Lansburgh & Brother Chamois-Finish Longcloth 19¢ Yard | soft; firmly woven for service. Fine for undergarments and children’s wear. An exceptional value. First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother 36 inches wide ; extremely fine and | ' 10-Yard Piece | English Nainsook $5.00 The real Imperial brand English Nainsook, characterized by a silky, agreeable texture. Perfect in every way—and a full yard wide. First Floor—Lansburzh & Brother ’ 72-Inch Mercerized | .~ Table Damask $1.39 Yard | A pure white, full-bleached table i | | | | damask, very heavy, serviceable and finished with high luster. Shown in a number of patterns. | First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Pure Linen Crash —Very Special 35¢ Yard Every thread linen, of good weight. neat red border. for kitchen towels. Boott Absorbent Crash Toweling 19¢ Yard One of the best cotton towelings { made; it is 18 inches wide, close | weave—and will give the maximum | of service. Tuesday’s Erice 19c yard. | First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Check '\ Yard 25¢ Very fine quality, closely woven for service. Highly in demand for men’s, women’s and children’s under- Wear. First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother. 36-Inch Pajama | and closely woven, and finished with | Especially desired | ' 100 Dozen Cotton Huck Towels 27c¢ Fach Good size and quality ;: hemmed and ready for use. These towels are soft and absorbent. Every housewife should have a goodly supply. First Floor—Lansbu & Brother [ Bissell’s Carpet Sweeper $4.50 Bissell's Sweepers that are light, | easy to operate and extremely useful are shown in mahogany finish, with Jap trim. Very special at this price. Fourth Floor—Lansburgh r. vantageous., ’ Heavy Linen-Finish Sheets Siee $1.25 Each | 81290 articular, and Perfect in every thelr remarkable weight and finish assure the wearing and laundering qualities, They are seamless and hand torn, \»};flle twelve hundred remain—each, $1.25, Linen-finish Indlan Head—36 inches wide, of excellent quality for fancy work, costumes, blouses, etc, Lengths 19 of 2 to 10 yards, Tuesday, yard. C Sheets, Cases and Cottons —are to be had at very special pricing. Those who have yet to make their sclections of these necessary arficles for the coming months will find these prices most ad- Rjviera Pillowcases Size 35c¢ Each 42x36 These pillowcases are of heavy round thread in a soft finish. Made of tubing— no seams, Size 42x36 inches. Only 100 dozen to sell—at 35c-each. Hofland Unbleached Sheeting—50 inches wide; of serviceable heavy round thread, desirable for making double-bed sheets. Unbleached, but easy to bleach. 2sc Blue Ribbon Day, yard .... Bleached Muslin—of fine. texture, for making undergarments, etc. 36 inches wide, free from dressing. Of- 12/2c leretl in lengths of 5 to 1 yards, at, yard..cecceoee = First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother A Recent Purchase Brings Women'’s Underwear to sell special on Tuesday at 99c A large and varied assortment of styles, all made from fine lingerie ma- terials and trimmed with lace and embroidery. Choose from Night- gowns, Envelope Chemise, Petticoats and Bloomers. choice, ggc. First Floor—Lansburgh & Rrother. Exceptional values— || { 1] b