Evening Star Newspaper, November 1, 1921, Page 4

Saved Texas EN Sam Houston saved Texas 'l‘odul{"t.hnt umxdyntflementof frontiers- men for the Americans in that historic become a city whose wealth and fight on the banks of the San Jacinto, his beauty far exceed Sam Houston's bold valor was rewarded with the est dreams. of the new “Texas Republic.” . Stadp i Sunset Way to Californte ‘The log cabin which served as his and see modern Houston—its tower- dential "mansion” stood at the edge of a buildings,industries,commerce, delight- howling prairie and the “capi residences and palatial hotels, If time . Httle more than a scattered collection of tents and huts. the "Atlantic City of the Southwest.” Take the Sunset Route - *California Every mile a scene worth while New Orleans SUNSET LIMITED Los Angeles San Antonio Houston San Francisco A mild, sunny route all the way with Observation Car, Through Dining Car and other comforts of modern travel. Tri-weekly Sleeping Car Service to Globe, Ari- zona, for the Side Trip to ROOSEVELT DAM on the APACHE TRAIL. Daily Through Tourist Sleeping Car Service between Washington, D. C. and San Francisco. For Information and Literature address SOUTHERN PACIFIC LINES A. J. Boston, General Agent, Pasxenger Dept., 165 Brondway, New York City. permitsinclude the side trip to Galveston, é NINT P-B announces a very important “Sale of Fine Madras Shirts | = - Teck $3 and $3.50 1;alues 100 dozen woven madras Shirts— : importgd and domestic shirtings. e A rich assortment of rare colorings which includes Russian cords and fine striped madras. There is also embodied a limited number of gen- uine white Alpha Oxford Shirts with neckbands. This sale is in line with our policy of offering quality at a price, rather than price at a sacrifice of quality. : Nationally Known Store for Men and Boys % . THE AVENUE AT NINTH o Daily, 8:30 to 6 Sam Houston ‘The twentieth chrysanthemum show of the United States Department of Agriculture opens free tomorrow af- ternoon at 1 o'clock and will continue from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. daily there- after until November 9, and longer if the weather and condition of the blooms warrant. ‘This is; the big yearly flower show of the federal government and last year 40,467 persons viewed the mon- ster blooms, breaking all previous records. Visitors who look for this annual event will find an unusually varied display of gorgeous colored blooms in the department's long greenhouse at 14th and B streets northwest, with many new varieties shown for the first time this year. Golden, bronze- gold, deep red, lavender, pink, pure white and delicate yellow, over 1,300 tall, single heads stand banked in the center bed of the greenhouse. Some of the plants are ten feet high, and there are in_reserve, awaillng names from the Secretary of Agri- culture, to be given durinis the week *|ot- the chrysanthemum show, plants which have stalks elev twelve feet tall, topped by a 50l bloom. Plants From Seedlings Keatur The side beds are filled with 500 of the small pompon V: and a great many plants as yet un- named, grown from Chinese and Japanese seedlings. These range in color through every shade of yellow and bronze to the most delicate pinks and autumn reds. The large number of both single and pompon plants grown from seedlings forms one of the most interesting features of this START DRIVE ‘TO AID DESTITUTE IN DISTRICT St. Vincent de Paul Society Seeks $10,000 for Widows and Orphans. With workers canvassing all sec- tions of the city, the central office of the St. Vincent de Paul Socicty launched a drive yesterday for the collection of $10,000 to support the uctivities of the organization this winter in aiding every deserving widow and orphan in the District of Columbfa. During the week meetings will be held in every Catholic parish hall in the city, when prominent speakers | udiences the ur- will lay before the & the poor and gent need for hel destitute at this t All councils of the ghts of Co- lumbus have been asked to join the drivel. The object is to .raise the money before the opening of the con- ference on limitations of armaments. William H. DeLacy, president of the society, and Mgr. Thomas of St. Pat- rick's Church, spiritual adviser, met yesterday to perfect plans for taking care_of the poor Who must be pro- vided for during the winter. While funds will be collected by members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, who intended to canv general membership, the off terday authorized William T. N moyle, treasurer of the society, to r ceive funds at his headquarters, 310 F street. KILLED BY SPEEDING AUTO. here last night. The automobile not slacken its speed when AMr. K: was struck., 20th “Mum” Exhibit to Open Tomorrow at 1 O’Clock l s [and M 'READ {PLIT year’s show. The usual method of propagating chrysanthemums is b{ slips “or cuttings. Success witl seedlings is slower and more uncer-| tain, though in the case of the de- partment’s garden specialists the re-| gults have been exceedingly gratify- ng. New Varieties Shown. Among the many new varieties which will catch the ey ters the greenhouse &ar very t- ‘Angelo” s ball-shaped pinkish lavender, with close, tight petals. A beautiful yellow bloom of unusual shape which was grown from a seed- ling last year was named some time the preceding show for former- etary Meredith. er King” isa en-foot white blossom, towering 1a the center of the bed at frequent in- tervals. There are several plants shown for each of the new varieties, but the visitor will have to search for a flat, light yellow iss Ruth Twombly,” but delicate bronze-yellow. 3 orge Monroe, jr.” is dusky d with a well shaped h Linported French Plants. “Botaniste Flahault,” “Dr. Linel” Le Doyen Bataillon” are three imported varieties of charming color and medium height which are located on the borders of the large central bed. It is expected that they will reach their best growth a year another chrysanthemum of newcomer, a pale, hould give some attention y charming smaller plants The children will the differenc “baby variously named Baby Doll,” “Button ite Midget.” T —to do your Painting, Paperhanging or Uphol- stering, and you can rely on quality work- ‘manship. IS 1325 14th St, Main 4224-8 You Save Yougetalargetube for 25¢. Why pay " more? You’re Safe Your own dentist will approve its " twice-a-day use. Large Size 25¢ e ] FROM THE AVENUE AT NINTH The Shoe With the Longer Life A Man’s Shoe $6 88 $10 High or low, tan or black, brogues or plain— Teck is the Man’s Shoe. A brute for wear, a synonym for comfort, a model for class—the more you stand on them, the more their quality stands out. Designed by, sponsored by, sold only by and guaranteed by the store where you can buy with Confidence _ Nationally Known Stor; for Men and Boys THE AVENUE AT NINTH Daily, 8:39.to 6 Seventh and Eye Streets Seventh and Eye Streets House & Herrmann Attractive Specials-- In which the quality is no less an important feature than the price Piece'Ls for the Bedroom They are in Mahogany finish—and of a design most grace- ful in effect. Combined titey make a very pleasing suite— but they may also be used separately—so we have priced them separately. Dresser Toilet Table Chifforette With Large Mir- With _Triplicate With spacious ror and commodi- Mirror—and a van- cupboard and am- ous grawzem ity gpe of design. ple drawer space. P l\ M il it it it i - I I I Handsome One of those versatile types of de- E D Okcase | ::gns wxltl‘llch‘}end;llmelf to:ombln}- Just as illustrated, in either on W imost any other style e! i with which your dining roo:: is g‘ta-holgin{:.f‘ln“hlql: Gflldell_ Oak. turnished. Golden oak finish, mir- rictly onial in design— ror top—and well con- double-door style; fitted with structed In every de- s 85 clear glass; adjustable tail. Roomy drawers o shelves. Excellent con- B s, Sl 40 it TOOM THE T e NUE AT NINT Better Quality than you expect for - $37.50 In Men’s Suits for Fall and Winter We pursue a policy of mod- eration in publicity as well as in price. So when we say that these are specially fine suits for $37.50—you can expect some- thing worth while—and not be disappointed. Fabrics . Include wide selections in Blue Sergeé; Herringbones, tan and gray; Pencil Stripes; Oxford Grays; Scotch Plaids; Sturdy Tweeds and Fancy Checks. All- wool, and of equal importance— hand tailored! Man-made— _not machine-made. Styles At this normal price—we offer eight different models to apply to every age of man—as well as every build. Your suit is here at this price, whether you’re short, tall, stout or regular. e % Nationally Known Store for Men and Boys THE AVENUE AT NINTH Daily, 8:30 to 6