Evening Star Newspaper, July 25, 1921, Page 13

GOVERNMENT TO WAR ' ON FAKE TAX EXPERTS Commissioner Blair to Disbar Per- i sons Offering Evasion | Suggestions. Determination of the government to put out of business fake income tax “experts’s has been announced by Internal Revenue Commissioner Blair. With revised tax legislation in immediate prospect, he said, these “experts,” if they follow past prac- tices, are preparing to offer advice regarding the preparation of the new Income tax returns. “The evil resulting from the oper- ation of this class of practitioners commissicner _ said. knowingly offer a hich the income aded, and which eventually ayer into difliculties with the government will be dea with in accordance with the extreme penalties provided by law.’ from pro- before the T For the tection of the and reputable practitioners, he explained, a new system of enrollment for practice before the Tr v pt- ed and all applic committee of the “valuable servie they may represent. In addition all attorn appear| for claimants must their principal's power of attorney before they will be recog- nized. HALF MILLION AT CONEY. atisfy 2 ¥ to render to the taxpavers Largest Crowd of Season Visits!tria Seaside Resort. NEW YORK, Ju lion persons, poli €d Coney Island y est crowd of the se 2i.—Half a mil- ted, vis the larg d fully 150,000 of them went swimming. At 7 o'clock in the morning 2,000 enterprising individu: were lined up waiting for the bathhouses to open, and by noon every available Jocker had been taken. An enterprising moving van driver ‘was arrested for converting his huge truck into a bathhouse. He parti- tioned it off with a curtain and ‘brought about thirty-five of his man ! and woman friends W the beach in the portable dressing rooms. —_— CUTS OFF OIL IN FIRE. MEXICO CIT by an asbestos July 24—Guarded shield, the Amatlun oil fields yesterday ap- proached to within a vards of a blazing well. known 0. 5, and after spending fifteen minutes in the terrific heat, with fl all around him, s efforts in nearly closing which controls the oil supply. The intense heat ming oil falling damaged the piping tem to such an extent that it was impossible to | close the valve completel, ut when the pipes hav. er. it is believed the cut off entirely by a similar procedure, and _that the fire, which has been burn- ing for more than a week. with a million dol- T i T N R AT R folds—while the smart Moderately of white organdy, $3.95. Summer Voile Dresses, in small patterns in blue, sashes, $5.95. Sizes 36 to 46 in the lot, Women's laborer in | In response to the latest whim of the wel playing a charming collection of all-black n black satin, with soft draped crowns and brim POI‘Ch Dress €s $3.95, $4.95 and $5.95 Models of small checked gingham, in neat patterns, with tucked vest, collar and cuffs Voile and Gingham Dresses, in many dif- ferent styles and colors—plain, checked and plaid effects, made on smart lines, finished with organdy or self pipings and belts of ma- terial or patent leather, $4.95. pink, black—long waisted models with wide organdy 50 Linene Skirts, $1 Linene Skirts, ELABORATE CEREMONY AT BURIAL OF SOLDIER PRAISED BY PERSHING NEW»-YORK, July 25.—The body of Fred H. Meyer, whom Gen. Pershing mentioned as “one of the greatest heroes of the war,” was buried yesterday with one of the most elaborate military ceremonies ever accorded a private soldier. At Cantigny, Meyer was killed while offering his body as a living wall to a comrdde armed with an automatic rifle which exterminated a German machine gun nest. He was riddled by bullets. The body was escorted by more than five huiidred of Meyer's fellow veterans from the 1st Division and members of the American Legion post which bears his name. "SWISS FACING CRISIS. Tourists Avoiding Country Be- cause of Money Situation. ENEVA, Switzerland, July 6.— the acute e of economic stringency result- ing from a too-favorable rate of xchange. The tourist season, upon which she depends to such a great extent, opened with little prospect of an improvement of the situation. Tourists who usually visit Swit- zerland during the summer, are going to French and Italion resorts. The Swiss themselves, to a con- siderable extent, are abandoning, their own country to spend their outings in France,where Swiss money counts for twice its value at home, or in Italy. where its counts five times the normal value. Th is shows not only in the tourist trade but in indus- ation, a good many work- out of employ- stag ers being already ment A few week ago it looked as if the delegations to the second sembly the September would » n getting keepers hesi- | for | hotel apartments t would require them tourists at the height of | | | to refus pears that the hotels will he league delegations un- expectedly radical el situation. | K. K.K.TO BUILD HOME. National Headquarters Will Be Called “Imperial Palace.” ATLANTA, Ga, July build a national home in Atlanta, Col. {w. J. Simmons, imperial wizard olj ! the order, announces in making fit| ! known that a large tract of land on | Peachtree road had been purchased. !edifices in the center and one on each corner, and will be constructed of from Stone Mountain, Ga.. here the new order was organized he vears ago. A small lake will be n n the rear and statues of the | | heroes of the Ku-Klux klansmen of| | reconstraction days will be erected in !the grove. The “Imperial Palace,” as i 1 led, will be used for the utive offices, Col. Woodmary & Wotheop DOWN STAIRS STORE OfLésser Priced Merchandise The Latest Sumfil.ler Millinery Mode == Black Satin and Lace Hats $10.95 lace veils, loosely Priced square or V ne and organdy in light colorings, lavender or I val laces, in-pin New Fiber Silk Sweaters, $4.95 Another new lot of the popular Fiber Silk Sweaters, which are being. worn so much this summer with smart sports skirts. The quality is particularly good, and it is seldom that you can get them so low priced as these. They are in the dropstitch and open-work weaves, in_navy, black, brown, porcelain, honeydew, jade and white. but not all sizes .in. each color. made 25. — The | E Knights of the Ku-Klux Klan will| g The home will be composed of five |2 1 dressed woman, we are dis- rodel hats, fashioned of fine s, either plain or made in soft draped, lend an altogether charm- ing touch. Styles and shades are so varied that they may be worn with becomingness by the young woman or matron. A Special Offering at 95¢ Muslin Gowns Chemise and Bloomers Gowns, of fine quality muslin, with round, ery trimmed, in various pretty styles. 95c. Envelope Chemise, of fine lingerie cloth, with the straight round top, tastefully trim- med with lace and medallions. of fine white cotton crepe. Step-in Bloomers, made of cool, soft batiste, hemstitched and ruffled, or embroidered in dainty colors—other styles trimmed in pretty New Crepe de Chine Blouses, $4.95 THE EVE SHOT SAVES DETECTIVE ATTACKED WITH KNIFE Comrade len. Bullet Through Hand of Man as He Is About to Strike Officer. Detective Charlie Bradley proved his #bility as a marksman yesterday. when he sent a bullet crashing through John Middleton's hand and saved Detective Henry Pratt. Middle- ton held a knife in his hand and was in the act of attacking Pratt when the bullet disabled him. Then there was a lively mix-up, Middleton, colored and thirty-eight years old, fighting /until the two de- tectives and Bradley's partner, De- tective I. E. Keck, worsted him. He was treated at Emergency Hospital for the bullet wound in his hand and several scalp wounds, and locked up to answer numerous charges of assault. Middleton, who resides at 535 24th street, had a row with Emma Bell, colored, at her home, 222 Draper court southwest, and, it {8 charged, had cut her head with an ax. Then he barricaded himself in her house and defled the police. Suffering from a dangerous stab wound.in his left side and back, Ar- thur Raymond Royce, colored, thirty- five years old, 431 Ridge street, was taken to Emergency Hospital ‘early, today. Henry Carter, colored, fifty years old, also an occupant of the Ridge street house, was arrested by police of the second precinct and charged with the assault. Quick work on the part of Drs. R. T. Herlinger and A. T. Bray, mem- bers of the staff of surgeons at Emer- gency Hospital, saved the 1life of Philip Davis, celored, 2728 Rock court. whose windpipe was severed yesterday morning during an alterca- tion near his home. The surgeons joined the severed windpipe and the patient was reported this morning 28 being in a much improved condition. Rent to Apply on Purchase Arthur Jordan Piano Co. 5 G Street at 13th : Homer L. Kitt, Sec.-Treas. cks, some with fine lace edge set, others lace and embroid- Also chemise, 95¢c. k or white. 95c. (A AR NG _STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C., MONDAY, JULY 25, 1921. New York—WASHINGTON—Paris REMARKABLY LOW PRICED $2.25 A very special purchase brings us* 600 fresh, new, Handmade Blouses from Porto Rico. Ten different styles, six of which we illustrate —to show you the varied charming ways of design, offering the most delightful selectionat greater savings than we have ever before been able to offer you in such blouses. Plenty of the popular square neck tuxedo models, which are worn so much with sleeveless frocks and sweaters, are included; also a V-neck model, which some women prefer. : All have exquisitely dainty hand-drawn work, hand hemstitching, and some have tiny hand-embroidered dots—each worked out in an attractive manner. Each blouse in the large assortment is a striking value. Blouse Bection, Third floor. ‘Washable White Silk Petticoats Low Priced, and Indis- pensable for sheer summer frocks WHITE TUB_SILK PETTI- COATS, beautifully tailored. have double panels, front and * back, and are finished with-a hemstitched hem or scalloped edge. Lengths 30 to 36 inches. Priced $3. WHITE WASHABLE SATIN PETTICOATS, made of dn excellent, soft, lustrous satin; have reinforced panels and finished with plain hem or scal- loping. Priced $5. Petticoat Section, Third floor. July Clearance of Women’s Summer Skirts Greatly Reduced to $7.50 and $10 Those of you who have not yet chosen a sum- mer skirt, have an oppottunity for exceptional sav- ings in this selling. ' All kinds of skirts are included—pleated and sports models—from lovely novelty silks to blazer striped Prunellas; many with novel pockets and pearl button trimmings. The selection at $7.50 includes— SMART PLAID FLANNELS. BROAD STRIPED SERGES, in gray and white. BLAZER STRIPED PRUNELLAS, in brilliant color- ings. g’NOVELTY STRIPED PRUNELLAS, in varied colors. CREPE DE CHINES, box pleated, in white, flesh and navy. The selection at $10 includes— BEAUTIFUL BROCADED BARONET SATINS, in gray or white. CHIC WHITE FLANNEL SPORTS SKIRTS. PUSSY WILLOW TAFFETAS, side pleated, in a lovely shade of blue. HERE-N-THERE SILKS, in rose, variously pleated. Women's Skirt Section, Third floor. ~ Boys’ . . Bathing Suits We have just received -newassortmentsof Boys’ California Bathing Suits (the original), and the kind that the boys like. Plain colors, heath- ers, oxfords, and some smart chest and skirt stripes. One-piece mod- els, well made, of all- worsted fabrics. Sizes 6 to 18 years. Priced from $2.95 to $6 Boys' Section, Fourth loor. MORNING ATTIRE For a Little Miss at the Seashore —consisting of -a blue dotted Swiss Frock, bloomers and a smart turn-down hat to match. Pale_yellow organdy bands tie at dimpling knees and elbows, and also make the sailor collar and trimmings for the hat. Two tiny pearl buttons linked A New Shipment of The Much Wanted SUMMER-WEIGHT NET CORSETS Waistline and medium bust models, $1.50 pair Corset Bection, Third floor. . . this same costume may also be had in brown dotted Swiss trimmed in yellow. The frock is priced $7.50 The hat, $3.50 Infants’ Bection, Fourth fioor. Reduced Prices on Lawn-' Swings ‘ Making this the economical time to buy There are still months of service to be got- ten from Lawn Swings—consequently this is a most opportune time to buy at reduced prices. You not only get the service this year, but ours are so substantially constructed that together fasten the frock—and Making the Bed Cool For Summer Bedwear, of cool seasonable weights and superior dualities, at prices attractively low. ‘White Cotton Summer Blank- ets, $2.25 pair. Plaid Summer Blankets, $2.25 and $250 pair. . Cotton-Filled Comforts $4.50 and $5 Made of figured mull, with plain mull borders to match. Bedwear Bection, Second floor. ELECTRICALLY A Special Value ina High-Grade Iron $5.95 you want “Boott Mills” Absorbent Towels Specially priced 6 for $1 A towel that wipes dry is a delight and especially when it is not harsh and irritating to the skin. “Boott Mills” Towels are soft, but they have “body,” are exceptionally durable and at this special price are a great economy to the housekeeper, for they will answer every family need. Hemmed, special, 6 for $1. Linen Section, Second foor. All-Linen Crash Toweling 30c Yard When usually associated with work, use an Electric Iron. This special Well balanced shape, proof handle; cord and stand. upward. Housewares Section, Fifth floor. 1,000 yards of® Pure All-linen Crash Toweling, with three stripe border, particularly good quality; suitable for dish or roller towels. Linen Section, Second floor. These Important Offerings in Men’s Wear Men going on vacation or staying at home, desiring to be attired smartly and comfortably, will find it most advanta- geous to make their purchases at this time. Straw Hats reduced to $1.95 and $2.85 Just one-third of the former prices. including smooth, rough and fancy braids of many different sorts, in the season’s best styles. Nainsook Union Suits, Special, $1.15 This same quality Union Suit has been costing this much at wholesale. A fine, soft woven figured and striped, with elastic at waistline. A perfect material and style for the extremely hot weather of Washing- ton and vicinity. Men’s Oxfords Reduced to $6.75 Pair Remainders of eleven different lines and styles from our own stock. You will find everything from Full Round-toe Bluchers to smart Norwegian Brogues. Not all sizes in any one style, but all sizes in the iot. Reductions are half and less than ha'f. Golf Hose From England $2, $3, $3.50 and $4 Pair One-third less than similar grades are now being sold By importing these direct and taking all this particu- lar importer was able to secure for us, we save you one- third. All Pure-wool Ribbed Golf Stockings, with fancy turn- over tops. in a great variety of color combinations. Some are very light in weight, and others in weights that can be used for cool climates or for fall and winter use. Of espe- cial interest is the selection of Brushed Wool Stockings (0 Iron thc Cool Way— to get through your ironing quickly and without the excessive heat this value at $595 brings you one of the best irons it_has been our privilege to offer at this low price in years. highly nickel plated, 6-1b. size, with comfortable hand-shaped heat- complete with Guaranteed against any defects for 1 year. Other good irons from $650 f o annros s rasncrcans s odnisasuasinisds ientaisseanssss with full gathered backs and shirred at the waist, giving a straightline ef- fect. Finished with a wide belt, fastened with a large pearl button. There are two different pocket styles, from which to choose. Sizes with ordinary care they will last for several seasons. Every Swing is made of well-seasoned hardwood, reinforced and bolted; painted and finished very attractively. W. & L. Special Swings Reduced to $7.75 Capitol Lawn Swings Reduced to $9.75 CHILDREN'S GLIDING SETTEES can be used on the porch or lawn or in the nursery; natural finished seats. Reduced to $10.75 each. Lawn Swing Section, Fourth fieor. included in this special offering, which are now so much in demand. 4 e Splendidly made, very comfortable and easy on the feet; of very fine spun soft woolens and a tight but elastic . wei New models in crepe de chine, of a fine heavy quality, showing smart frills or Tuxedo collar effects. At- tractive models to wear with the g § new sports skirts, in’white and flesh, i i ave. Men's Shop, First Soor. T’ | 25 to 32. sizes 36 to 46. Everything for Tennis Tennls Rackets, in a very large assortment, from the best makers; various weights, sizes and grades. $2 to $15 Restringing Tennls Rackets—24-hour service, $1.50 to §6. 1921 Championship Balls, 60c each; Center Straps. $1.50; Marking Tapes, $10 and $15; Tennis Nets, $350 and $4; Dry Markers, $3.23 to Poles, $1.50 and $2. Sporting Goods Bection, AR yty Sy eny o 200 Yards White Organdy Specially Priced, 45c¢ Yard The ideal fabric for summer frocks. A fine, sheer, transparent quality, with the permanent finish. 40 inches wide. CHILDREN'S LAWN SWINGS, made as attractively as the large ones, and just as - durable, but a special size for children’s use. M to $ IRERIESE ) St SRR i el