Evening Star Newspaper, November 2, 1921, Page 13

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o ‘THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, Disabled Soldiers’ League, according to an appeal issued night. The league will stage an Armistice day celebration on November 11 and | in commemoration of the third agni- | versary of the signing of the armi- stice, and the appeal asks for the dervices of young women in taking charge of various ticket booths at the New Hbbitt, Washington, Shoreham, Ralelgh and Powhatan hotels. Tickets | will be on sale at these hotels during | the remainder of the week. Those willing to ald are asked to | communicate with Samuel J. Reed, ! chairman of the committee, at 1711 | Pennaylvania avenue. Telephone Main | 8074. & buck private. It became. popular, over there, being known as “the Win- ter Garden show of the A. E. F.” E. J. Stubbs is chairman of a spe-. clal committee of the Rainbow vet- erans, which, together with M. Man- ning Marcus, Edward J. Mahan, John. J. Hilton, James Curtin, Walker Col- ston, Whliam Kay, L. Purcell, Wal- ter Rooney and Elmer Neagle, is ar- rnnsmg for’ the presentation of the play. J. Bentley Mulford is chairman of the publicity committee. ASK YOUNG WOMEN TO AID Services of young women of Wash- ington who _ entertained wounded world war veterans while in various hospitals are sought by the National VETERANS TO GIVE PLAY. “A Buck on Lexve” Was Shown' First in Paris. Arrangements are being completed by the Rainbow ision Veterans and Vincent Cost 'ost, the Ameri- can_Legion, f the presentation of “A Buck on Leave,” to be given at the Shubert-Garrick Theater the week of November 14. It is phanned to have many of the great military leaders, who will be in the city at that time, attend the performance. Sergt. Patrick Henry Darnes, the original Buck, who played the part in Paris, will be seen in the same part here. The play was written by Sergt. Barnes in France when he was SACKtIBAyeRn Trancy wiken hewas IoiR Bl e Sonny Ly e et ANEG I total mobe RN OO pl——lolc———alol—=]o|——Tlal——lol——=lol——| @u[in &C)Rartin (3. | 1215F ST and 1212101218 G ST. RALS NISHANAGE SAYS UNION LEADER Urges Federal Ownership as Best Solution of Present Difficulties. Tn the presence of the Secretary of Labor, William H. Johnston, president of the International Association of Machjnists, told the City Club’s forum lunchleon yesterday that rallroad workprs' standards of living were lower) than before the war; that rail- ements of wages pald misleading; that the ccessfully defled the rulings, while lhq‘ The excess of females over males In Austria total more than 500,000. hat the new wai vould not pass until the rulings were enforced nd the drive to destroy ed. n America is so gross- d as the railroads,” Mr. ., “and the nation can- xpect proper freight rates, effi- ¢ operation and freedom from threats until the small and owerful clique—and those not al- ys owners of the roads—cease their rts to wreck the laboy organiza- tions which are necessary to give the rallroad workers an American stand- wrd of livin Unions China Reductions | 25% Reductions This reduction includes all English, French, Japanese—in fact, all Imported Open Stock Dinnerware, covering an assortment of over 70 regular open stock decorations, which can be replenished as desired. 40% to 50% Reductions An assortment consisting of three French and three Engljsh pat- terns is offered at this substantial saving. These designs are most xasperated. 8 exaspera- the unions at the barefaced of the Railroad Labor Board's y the roads, the abrogation & rules which had protected the men for thirty to forty years, and tinally the threat of the roads to de- nd another wage cut immediately. As a fact, the railroad workers renerally find that their standard of living today is below what it was before the war.. Take the wage figures of the Railroad Labor Board itseli—a government bod They w that the daily average income the skilled men in 1917 was $4.80; ilroad Administration it st July $6.82. per cent was cut from that. nthly average for rding to this gov-! I $174—if they set! iull time. and many of them do mot. | nen get a_monthly aver- | 9 for full time, and they 1 ically never work a full week, | hecause their work depends on the| weather. A man cannot maintain a 1amily on American standard at these wa, " , and up to attractive. Urges Government Ownership. 1 reply to questions, Mr. Johnston 1 his opinion that the whole railroad solution lay in government ownership, with unified operation by the cfficient present operating offi- working under a board of di- on w the operators, the 10% Reductions This discount is extended on all purchases covering our extensive =l olc——ole——lale—— o[ [e[e——Jolc——Ta[——a] selection of American Porcelain Open Stock Dinnerware. 1. wages increased and better e rendered under this plan, he ted, even if the roads were| ought at their “present inflated cap- ! italization £ WILL GIVE “MACBETH.” ation of the tragedy “Mac- vy the dramatic society of Go zag College will be one of the e tertainment features of ‘the a| proaching centennial celebration of H 1 ng out one of the : traditions of that insti- t 1 play will be presented on Tuesday evening, November 15. nee the earliest days-of the col- ay, always a Shak has been 25% Reductions In this extensive repricing there is included a large assortment of Individual Breakfast Sets, embracing both imported and domestic wares. o] c—=[o[—=|c]e—=]o]—=]a|—F]a]—=]o]c—Tlal——"alal——| Blc——lojc——fo]c—2|a|le—Jo]le—]alce—=|a]——] (4 distinctions has been selection as a member of the cast. The best tal- ent in the college has been selected Lo::‘lhe various roles. Rev. Mr. Smith, Th last year, is well remembered, and it was con- sideretl one of the best performances For the first time in years! Women’s Beacon blanket red no study or expense in scenery costumes. yme of the best known people in shington educational and social selected as patrons and so that many distin- will appear on the cen- Ta cast for “Macbeth” is as rol- and Lawrence Mills bath robes 979 —which is lower than the lowest price we have seen on ordinary blanket robes. Duncan, John J. O'Connor; Malcolm, Francis Foley; Bonaldbain, Alo- ¥ysius B. Connoll, Ral, McD. Robertsos Davis; Eosse, Fleancé, Curran do” Bruler; Seyton, Aloysius P. Kane: _Doetc L._Meegan: Sergeant, R Kirchner; Torter, Fra . Welch; Lady Mac- heth, Matthew woman, James Witch, James Witch, J; Witch, One like sketch, $2.79 ] OU know what these quali- ! ties stand for - but so do i other women—and there are less than 500 robes in all. a pleasant way || = to take Iron You no longer go to the druggist for youriron-tonic, for the best iron doesn’t come in bottles, but in food. ‘This food-iron is easily absorbed and effective. It builds vitality in the blood. You need but a small bit of food-iron every day, yet this need is vital. Raisins are rich in food- iron, and eating them is a pleasant way to take it. Eat them-in some dish every day. Raisins are the Iron-Food ask for the SUN-MAID brand They are most delicious All first-quality robes, cut and finished just so with braid, fiber silk braid binding on collar, cuffs and pockets, and big girdle cord at waist. All the lovely floral patternte woven into the cloth to stay—also / Indian and geometrical patterns. Sizes for every one at start of sale. A golden opportunity for the woman who wants a comfy robe for herself now or to give later at Christmas. $2.79. - codn .. (Ready at 9:15—Second floor.) The Hecht Co. : ' _7th at I 7that F D. ¢, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER -2, 1921.™ " The Hecht Co. Where prices are guaranteed b | 7th at F 10-pc. senuine walnut suites Artistic Chippendale design---the lowest price we have yet seen for such high-grade furniture The graceful lines, the rich carving, the fine workmanship—all ac- centuate the high character of this suite. Beautifully matched pieces of richly grained genuine walnut—=60-inch buffet, large china closet, clcsed server, extension table and five side chairs See pieces sketched. and one armchair with leather or tapestry seats. This smoking stand $3.95 Golden oak or mahogany finish. Has sliding drawér and brass tray, with glass receiver. This costumer 51.65 + Substantially constructed cos- tumer in gold- en oak or ma- hogany finish. ‘With metal coat and hat hooks, This bath stool —white enamel in glossy fin- ish. Strongly made. QSC An attractive and good-wearing l -n.d oriental patterns. Exeeptio: price. 5250560 Fl - || A oorlamps go in this sale $1 6.75 ' We can say this is the greatest value-giv- ing sale of floor lamps, because it really is. We can remember of no lamp sale that equals it. Some Many are without fault. Silk shades in numerous color combinations and shapes. Get yours tomorrow—either for home or for Xmas gifts. Electric Washing f] ) Machines, $24.50 For use in stationary wash tubs The entire machine for practically the cost of the motor itself. fect—can be run on direct or alernating current. floral designs. . your floor measurements. $65 art loom‘ Wilton velvet rugs, $49.75 ) Two_ sizes to select from—9x12 ft. and 8.3x10 ft.. The best wearing wool rug made at this price—deep ‘pile and rich colorings. All are seamless. $6.75 Axminster l'ugs,_$4-.'65 e e i e $45 Klearflax linen rugs 9xl24t, rug in nal value or separately Wool tapestry rugs, $12.75 - 8.3x10.6 feet—seamless oW e (Fourth fioor.) Tomorrow—a Sale of Cook’s Linoleum The genuine linoleum—cork filled and burlap back. And being the well known Cook’s make, they are sure to give unusually long service. Fifteen patterns are here—parquetry, tile and Remember to bring 36x63-inch Rugs, " Shown in various shades; woven of linen flax; g e v Every one per- lamps have been slightly soiled or marred from display—other- wise they are highly desirable. 89¢ Sq. yd. 8x10ft. Rugs, $37 serviceable. Lays flat without curl- that is ‘suitahle all year around. >395 -~ ] This book rack 51 .95 —or magazine stand of solid oak: with four shelves. Mahogany finished, at $2.25. This Roman stool —mahogany finish; upholstered seat of good quality imitation leather— 95¢ This telephone *set $2.85 —hardwood stand and stool. stand ‘with shelf for telephone book. * % x x Turkish towels 39¢ each An excellent size bath towel (21x44 inches) that absorbs _water like a sponge. Quantity limited —hurry. Third floor. Beds;;féads $] .98 Full size double-bed crochet spreads, in at- tractive raised designs. Free from starch or dressing. Third floor. * % 3k Bed sheets - $l_,05 Seamless full bleached sheets, 72x90 inches. All first quality; made with 3-inch ‘hem. Regularly sell for $1.39. Thira floor. * % % Robe blankets $3.69 These can be used for making lounging robes, bath robes or couch throws, 66x82-inch .siz In pink, blue and’gF

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