Evening Star Newspaper, November 22, 1921, Page 15

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: Sun"set Inn “On The Terrace” 1407 Massachusetts Avenue BEAUTIFUL DINING ROOM. REFINED ENVIRONMENT. EOME COOKING. EXCELLENT SOUPS AND MEATS. FRESH VEGETABLES AND FRESH EGGS. Meals by the month, Breakfast and Dinner, $30 ‘ TABLE D'MOTE DINNER FROM 5:30 TO 8 O'CLOCK BREAKFAST FROM 7:30 TO 9:30 Special T hanksgiving Dinner, $1 From1to3and 5to7 g ALLOTTED STOCK TAXABLE Supreme Court Decideg Against Rockefeller and Associates. John D. Rockefeller and those who participated with him in the distribu- tion by the Ohio Oil Companies and by the Prairle Oil and Gas Comphny to their stockholders or stock respec- § | tively in the Illinois Pipe Line Com- pany and the Prairie Pipe Line Com- pany must pay income tax upon the same under a decision yesterday by the United States Supreme Court. The stock was distributed In 19165, and assessed under the income tax act of 1913. The questions presented were whether the excess of the mar- ket over the par value of the stock was taxable as income and also whether tax could be levied on the ar as well as such excess. When the Supreme Court held that the two par- ent compunies would be subject to sypervision and regulation by the In- terstate Commerce and Federal Trade . THE EVENING -STAR, WASHINGTON REGRET RETIRING * OF MAL GESSFORD Georgetown Citizens Want Real Washingtonian to Succeed Police Head. Resolutlons expressing “deep re- gret” at the retirement of Maj. Harry L. Gessford as superintendent of p lice and requesting the District Co! missioners to select & “regular, bona fide citizen of the District of Colum- bia In his place, with preference to men of the rank and flle of the present police force,” were adopted vendors to carry on thelr busine: A motion was passed to request En- gineer Commissioner Charles Keller to obtain funds for acquisition for parking purposes of a vacant plot of ground at the intersection of M: land avenue and G street northeast. For the benefit of new membs Dr. George H. Richardson, lained the objects of fon in & brief addre the a&ssoclation was fous to be of practical service to the residents of the section every respect, ing the mecting a buffet sup- ecommittee head- WINSLOW AT NEW POST. MEXICO CITY, November 31—L Lanfer Winsiow, who recently was appointed first secretary of the Amer can embassy here, arrived last night to assume the duties of his post. D. C., ' TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 1921 GETS FOUR YEARS IN PEN. Vernon J. Clarke, accused by jail officials as the ringleader In the re- cent attempt of several prisoners to take “French” leave of that Insti- tution, was sentenced yesterday by Justice Siddons In Criminal Division 2 to serve four years in the peni- tentlary, Clarke had been convicted of stealing an automoblle Belonging to Harry L. Rust of 2400 16th street July 31 last. Assistant United States Attorney Presmont asked the court to impose A severe senience, pointing out that Elnrke instigated’ the attempt to reak Jail. Clarke denfed that he was the prime mover in the attempt, and sald he was not given a chance to prove his Innocence of that charge. The court merely referred to the criminal record of the young man and to the fact that he had ence escaped from Lorton. He did not say whether he Increased the punishment because of the attempted jail breaking, COTTON EXPORTS GROW. October Shipments Greater Than Year Ago, But Value Is Decreased. Cotton and cottonseed oil exports advanced sharply In volume but de- clined In value in October, as com- pared with the same month a year ago, according to forelgn trade re- ports issued by the Department of Com- merce. Exports of breadstufts, meat and dairy products and mineral ofls dur- ing the month decreased conslderably an cempared with October totals of last year. Cotton exported in Oe- tober amounted to 874,000 bales, valued at $91,028,000, compared with 583,000 bales worth §91,247,000 & year ago. For the ten m Bttt ettt T valued at 408,000,000, agal > alued at §408,000,000, nst 4,000, 288 i i ¢ i E : ';'E ; & i commissions because of their pipe lines, they organized the new com- anies, transferring to them all pipe ino properties, distributing among the stockholders of the parent com- panies the stock of the newly organ- | ized companies. The government won In the federal district court 1n New last night by the Georgetown Citi- CCCCLCCLLLL LT LT T zens' Assoclation at a_meeting in P tomac Savings Bank Hall, Wisconsin avenue and M street northwe The annual election of office: PRIVATE PARTIES AND BANQUETS ALBERT BRAM, Proprietor. was | S held at tho meoting, the entire slate of old officers being re-elocted unan- imously, as follows: Joseph Oliver, president; Albert Bchultels, first vice president; Thomas J. Stanton, second vice president; Phillp Walker, secre- tary, and Willam M. Dougsal, treas- urer. Mr. Ollver will serve his third suocessive term as president Mr. Dougal .will serve his seventeenth successive term. “Purely Local Affair.” ‘The resolution requesting the Com- missloners to seek “local talent,” pref- erably from the police department, for the position made vacant by MaJ. Gessford's retirement, was Introduced by J. Hadley . Doyle. The motion pointed out that “the office is one purely and solely a local affair”; that “both Commissioners Rudolph and Oyster have repeatedly, in speech and print, stood for home rule in the D! trict of Columbla,” and that the two clvil Commissioners themselves rep- resent the home-rule principle of the community. The resolution regretting the re- tirement of Maj. Gessford was intro- duced by Albjon K. Parr{s. Tt com- mended the retiring superintendent on his efficlent administration of police affairs and recommended to the Com- missioners that Gessford receive full retirement pay. President Oliver was suthorized to appoint a special committee to inves- tigate the possible need for traffic reg- ulations in Georgetown. This action was taken following an announce- ment by Mr. Schultels that the citi- zens' committee, of which he member, is desirous of obtalning any information which may guide them in solving the traffic problem, not only in the downtown section, but through- out the city. Tree Regulation Asked. A. R. Shepherd, jr., chairman of the committee on parks and reservations, vas directed to probe the question of trees growing in the middle of side- walks and obstructing pedestrian =l Closed Thursday—Thanksgiving Day & 810-818 Seventh Street Gordon Thread and Fiber Silk Hose 98¢ OSIERY of beauty and durability—famous Gor- don No. 275, a splendid com- bination of thread and fiber silk, fashioned for trim fit. Perfect quality. In black, brown, ‘the new grays, tan and navy. Real hosiery satis- faction at low cost. Gloves To Complete the Thanks- giving Outfit —Hospitabe, California OM the days when Sir Francis Drake and his followers, pnmi::nduh eventful ircling tour, were made the of ty by friendly natives, the Golden State and, in fact, all dlefmt golden southwest, has been famed for its hos- ecting spirit of the’country through which it passes, - 2dd somaterially to the of touring. Your trip is rendered doublydelightful bythe umloull&poinmmm.umpfingcnifine, and easyriding road bed. And, thanks to ofl-burning locomo- tives which eliminate soot and cinders, you enjoy through open windows the wonderful scenery of this land of history and romance. . : New Orleans " Los Angeles San Antonio SUNSET LIMITED San Fn:éu"dg Amild.eunny routeall the way with Observation Car, Through Dining Car andother - wmn.c.dmmwmwmwom Asigona, for the side trip to ROOSEVELT DAM on tie APACHE TRAIL, * “Take the unset Pou WOMEN'S PRIME LAMBSKIN GLOVES, soft, pliant _ and - serviceable. Tan, brown, black and hite, with self o e backs - $175 WOMEN'S REAL KID GLOVES, of excellent qual- ity, in brown, tan, black, white - and Y. Special at.... WOMEN'S REAL KID GLOVES, of soft, pHant quality, with contrasting embroidered backs; brown, ray, mode, beaver $2‘25 and black...... WOMEN’S REAL FRENCH KID 2-CLASP GLOVES, of high quality; tan, brown, pongee, beaver, black and white: stitched to match or to con- $2.50 trast WOMEN'S KID GAUNT- LETS, with strap wrist; tan, brown and black; also fine doeskin gaunt- 52.98 traffic. and make recommendations regarding their removal and substi- sl tution of new trees in proper places. Secretary Walker was instructed to confer with secretaries of the neighboring Cathedral Heights and Conduit Road- Citizens' Associations with a view, to adjusting the bou dary lines between the three bodli It was indicated that .the Georg: town association would be willing to certain territory along venue to the Cathe- sociation. on of $30 for instal- L 4 surrender Massachuset dral Heights An_appropri lation of swings in the playground at the Jackson School was made. 1t was announced by Frank P. Leetch, chairman of the executive committee, that the assoclation will |give a special “entertainment meet- ing, open to all residents of George- {town and Washington, December ‘}at Western High School. - John Bar- rett will 3 % Fur-Brim, CAPE Stoves ........ $1.00 Boys' ani girls’ dressy and durable capeskin loves, warmly lined. %rn"n. tap shdl gray. Men's Gloves care $2.50 SUEDE ......... A special price for these excellent gloves, that look and .wear so well. Tan capeskin: and gray ' sued: Self and contrast backs. MAJ; GESSFORD INDORSED KT-MEETING OF CITIZENS' ° . ° = =t b California s s Every mile a scene worth while |7 Proposed Betfrement. For information and illustrated literature, address “Regret at the proposed retirement SOUTHERN PACIFIC LINES of Maj. Harry L. Gessford as supe intendent of police was expre: A. J. Poston, General Agent, Passenger Dept., 165 Broadway, New York City. ~— ' Chil n’s Beaver brims. Black . and colors. Grosgrain -ribbon bands and streamers . e. xpressed of cially at a meeting of the Public In- terest Association of East Washing- ton, held Jast night in Calvary Parish all, at the corner of 11th and G streets northeast. The secretary was directed to send a letter to Maj. Gessford expressing the kindly feeling of the association toward him and best wishes on his retirement from active duty. It was also voted to send a letter to the Dis. trict Commissioners expressing regret that it has been found necéssary to retire from office “so useful &' public servant’ The o ization indorsed the ef- forts of the United Fruit Vendors’ As- soclation to have a place set aside for On the Holiday —and be handsomely and warmly “coated” for the winter. Featuring two lots that will meet the approval of every woman, in quality and price. g Choice, $39.75 Stunning Coats of _bolivia, _velour and yalama, with collars of Ausgralian opossum, beaverette and cloth—many of the last em- broidered and silk stitched. Tuxedo, blouse, straight and semi-fitted models. Conspicuous are coats elaborately embroidered on back, sleeves and collar and around bottom. - Choice, $69.75 New Coats, of luxurious quality and dis- tinguished styles. Of deep, fluffy weaves of bolivia and Normandie cloth. Mole, wolf and nutria collars and cuffs and l:rge,.h.eavnly embroidered self collars. Richest of linings— including plain gray radium silk. Plenty of Stylish Stout Coats 32 .75 $ 3 9.75 . 559.75 to Sl 1000 e ———————————————— i Children’s Warm Coats Brimful of Good Style and Good Wear 25 A Special Group at $7.98 Dressy, warm coats of wool polo, broadcloth, bolivia, Melton and chin- chilla. Sizes 2 to 6. Smocked and belt- ed models, tailored or button-trimmed. In reindeer, Pekin, brown, tan, gray and mixtures. : Coats’ of Quality at Such splendid fabrits as broadcloth, velour, cordu- l A 1. polo cloth and bo- lvia. Loose and belted models, also yoke coats, with three rows of smock- ing. Sizes 3 to 6. Copen, tan, red, brown, reindeer, Pekin and heather tones. 5 Other Splendid Coats, $1298 to $25.00 CHILDREN'S SUEDE-LIKE TAMS—Each one with the label that identifies. the genuine. Grosgrain ribbon band around front, elastic back. Red, brown, navy and beaver. (Second §f FIOOF) oveveennoaiivecnnansiane s SWEATER SETS—Children's 4-plece sets, purs worsted guality. Sweater, leggins, cap and gloves. Cardinal, buff, brown and §5 G8 COPOI e v mneemrnnsnesageseionssesssccssessnscaraceanconce D li-WOOL SLIP-OVER SWEATERS, with roll or Tound flat col- lar, belt and pockets. Copen, buff, e combinations. Sizes 32 to 36 SAVE A DOLLAR! Any $5.98 All-wool Berge Dress, $4. morrow. Regulation, jumper and dressy models. Sizes 8 “_98 Chips off the Old Block Farm . to You m««n Bellevue Farms PUMPKIN and P-LE C We Ddake the PIES we sell. 1332-34-36 G St. N.W. . 1338 N. Y. Ave. Phone ’ .fli's’Box‘is’C'omiqy foYour Home. The postman will deliver this ten-day FREE Trial Package of NR Juniors to your home today. Try them tonight. See how dif- ferently you will feel in the moming—how much brighter ‘and fresher you will be. NR Juniors are “Chips Off the Old Block” —Nature’s Rémedy (NR Tablets). One-third the Like Nature's Remedy, NR Juniors do more than alaxative. By aiding Nature to re- establish normal, healthy iabits, ‘they tone the whole system, stimulate assimilation and elimi- nation, and make regular the functioning of Try your NR Juniors tonight. When the sample is used ‘up, get a box of: thirty-six for 25c. at your druggists. -—Same box, same colors, but more tablets, - b= = Stop that pain! warming, sosthing, comforting et oot e o e sireined, Good fag rheumatism, ‘to14 .. [ S Tomorrow Alright " BoXx Cet 225 - = A : 4 A\l s A worth-while saving, Fine quality beavers, every one perfect. Medium, Jarge and small sizes, with rolling Wear a New Coat 1 Thanksgiving Needs Priced For Economy Interesting News of New Table Linens All-Linen Tablecloths, $3.98 . Of genuine Irish manufacture—pure linen—of superior weight and close texture. 70x70 size. Patterns of rare beauty. Such cloths would have cost you $7 a year ago. Mercerized Tablecloths, $1.98 Former $2.50 and $3.00 Mercerized Tablecloths for round or square tables. Choice of all-white and white with colored borders. These cloths admirably unite beauty with service. Huck Towels, 19¢ _Regular 25¢ Huck Towels, 18x36 size, with woven red borders. Close, firm quality, highly absorbent. Toweling, 15¢ Yard 20c Heavy Crash Toweling, full bleached, absorbent quality with red or blue borders. Get a supply. $3 Hemmed Napkins, Dozen, indeed, on napkins of $lo98 excellent quality. Made of heavy, lustrous mercerized damask, in 20x20 size. Handsome patterns. Satin and Duvetyn Hats : The gleam of gdld and silver, the warmth of fur, the 33 splendor of satin, the luxury of duvetyn, the richness of vel- B vet—in Hats of Quality. “Dressing up” for the holiday is an inexpensive matter so far as the hat is concerned, for here are hundreds of the high novelties of the season featured at our famous low price. Piquant turbans, medium and larger models in wonderful variety. g H B 4 ‘e Hats Banded Plush Sailors H Women’s Genuine Hatter’s Plushr and ; Zibeline Plush Sailors, in black and colors. = Straight and rolling brims, . straight, bell and octagon O £ $2.89 CTOWNS ...... T $2.95 = H Latest Thing for Of woolly navy blue chinchilla, red flannel lined Smart style, grateful warmth extra service for children of 2 to 6— in these new chinchilla coats have detachable hood. Double-breasted. Lined with red flan- Military buttons. nel. Note the low price. Mannish Ulsters Big, warm, handsome coats for boys of 12 to 18. Of plain, mixed and invisible plaid cloths Some have wool lining. Belted models with four pockets —New Opal Crinkled Silks —New Pure Silk Satins Resplendent Four-in-hands fo —and for any day. Iridescen: rich satins designed in small and dots—neckwear of distinction. Sale of $5.98 Blouses New Overblouses Of Heavy Crepe de Chine New styles—and unmistakably values! Made with round neck, kimono embroidered and _beautifully Combinations of navy sleeves fronts. d henna, mohawk and navy, brown and tan and black and white. Sizes 38 LACE CURTAIN SALE : Many Folks Will Hang Curtains for Thanksgiving Panel Curtains : $1.49 Each Excellent _guality, with plain worked centers and deep border desigus; 2% yards lone, regular width. Lace Curtains $1.98 Pair $2.00 Nottingham Lace Cur- tains, in Arab color. 26 and 45 inches wide. Many fine patterns. Double-Thick Blankets $6.00 Heavy, Fluffy Blankets in a single thickness—twice as thick as’ those sold by the pair. “Downap” Blankets, $2.25 66x84 “Downap” Plaid Blan- kets, soft and warm. In block patterns of practically all color: Bound with soisette. 26 Boys and Girls and that §8.95 for Big Boys , including plaid-back fabrics~> $12.75 r the holiday t opal silks, buds, ‘fi:fiu‘:'s oice and Tie-Backs $3.50 new an to 46. $1.00 Scrim Curtains 79¢ Pair Pretty and Serviceable Scrim Curtains, for bedrooms, at a bar- gain price. These are of accept- able quality in every way. Bordered Scrims 12145¢ Yard A sale tomorrow of 20&.colored- border curtaln scrim for making Dutch curtains. Bluebird : and floral patterns. 3 Size 66x84. TIn ° pretty checks of gmk and white and lue and white. Warmth and wear at low cost. Bed Comforts, $5.00 Former $8.00 and $10.00 Scroll- stitched Comforts, covered with sateen and cambric, also parti- silk covered. Light and dark colors. Full double-bed size. ARG R IIIllllIlIIl|lII|IIlIIIlleII|IIIlIl|II'-‘ N o rr—————————— A S —_————— ————- i T " S ST . Y {

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