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THE EVENING ' STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1§2I. Washington—New York—Paris For Sale At the Walter Reed Hospital This Store tries aud wishes to supply all your wants. We are, of xious to sell we can. is one place . with which this Store does not want to compete. Rather, we would urge you to make there, whatever purchases you can for ———— = - Costs Little and Means Much T'he Gift of Silk GARMENT length of any one or more silks listed A in these few of the many in our better-than-ever Silk Section, will certainly please any woman— especially at this season of SILKS, when everything from lingerie to the last outergarment is fashioned of silk in some weave or other. e Store of Practical Qifts It would require more room than we command to tell all about The Many HANDKERCHIEFS ¥ 'OU’LL wonder how and where we ever found so many different styles—so many that show originality and good _taste in designing them.” Beginning at the old-fashioned practical handkerchief, all the way to the daintiest bit for full dress use, running away ahead with all kinds of sport styles. our worries at an end when your Christmas shopping rounds meet up with the Handkerchief Store on the You will find First and Third Floors. Women's Pure Linen Handkerchiefs, hcemstitched and with embroidered corner. 35¢ each; 3 for $1.00. Women’s Crepe de Chine Handkerchiefs, with rolled cdg:’: and izncg' ?I- ore printe: order. Each .......... seeosn loc Women's Pure Linen Hem- stitched Handkerchiefs, with V;;md& hegn 'adnd white or colored embroidery in corner. Each....0,.. 39: Marie Antoinctte Lace Handkerchlefs, with edfe and medallion. Dainty for afternoon or evening use Women's Fine Pure Linen Handkerchicfs, Ma- deira, Irish, Spanish, hand- embroidered, also with fine lace edge. $1.00, $1.25, .50, $2.00 each. : Women's Pure Linen Handkerchiefs, in white or colors; hand-embroidered and hand-drawn thread. Each, $1.50 and $2.90. Men's Silk Hendkerchiefs, hemstitched or colored woven borders. Each, 50c, 75c and $1.80. Men'’s Pure Linen Hand- kerchiefs, full size. Each, 35¢; 3 for $1.00. Men’s Cambric Handker- chiefs, wi(hlvgz\'cn satin stripe or cord r- der; titched. 1 g, hematires. 12Vac Men’s Japonette Handker- chiefs, with wide hem; silk iiinal;:oid:red initial lzl/zc Boys' Cambric Handker- :hlcz‘ wi th soft finish; hem- E‘ifl:ched hems. ’Zyzc Christmas. Try at building 85 of the Walter Reed Hou- pital. You will find on sale all sorts of articles of basketry, leather, cop- per, brass and reed, such as trays, sconces, book ends, candlesticks, vases, jewel cases, lamps and hanging urns. Also, there are woolen scarfs, pillow tops, ‘blankets and many, many other useful gifts. Each of the articles is the work of men who went forth to war and returned incapacitated for the battle of life. It means something to these men to have their handiwork purchased. Will you not help a lit- tle by the purchase of at least one article from them? with dress-up clothes. Fac 5& 3 juvenile n figures embroidered in cor- ored. 7 in a bo: ner. 12Y%c, 18¢ and 25c each. for . 1'00 First Floor—Lansburgh & Brotker Extra Size Voile Blouses Extra in value as well as measurement $2.00 $2.95 $3.95 THERE is a list of styles that would take up many times the space we intend to Children’s Handkerchiefs, with day of week embroid- ered in corner, white or col- 40-inch Black Charmeuse—A rich lustrous quality of fine but firm weave. This is one of the most popular numbers for frocks, wraps and garments 1 9 : $1.6 of this character. Yard. 40-inch All-silk Crepe de Chine—Heavy quality, deeply creped. Thirty-five of the season’s most highly favored colors for lingerie, negliges, outer garments and everything for which it is 1 suttable. Nard. . .. SoTado s tiia i oy . 40-inch Canton Crepe—Satin Canton and plain weave. The season’s best dress colors in abundance, with a generous supply of the always- $2.89 wanted navy and-black. Heavy quality and tra fine grade, in navy, rich colors. Yard.......... 36-inch Chiffon Taffeta— seal and black. This is the grade so much used for bouffant frocks, street dresses and one of the newest fads in children’s irocks of black taffeta with brilliant hand-embroidery. Yard..... $ 1‘69 Third l"l:mr— Lansburgh & Brother. We have sketched four of the many styles. Charming Conceits for Stay-at-Homes, or for Southern Wear, are Coming in Direct From the Style Creators Every Day EATURING the gorgeous cloths of gold and silver that grow in favor. Faille silk com- bined with tagal, taffeta and flowers, new satin hats with beads and wool embroidery. Noticeably smart is the profusion of feathers—especially coque feathers. There are hundreds of hats and almost as many ideas—all new and becoming. use telling about them. The best way for you to ascertain just what they are like is to come here on your shopping round and look them over. You'll find so many different models and trimmings that you'll scarcely know which to select, Fine laces, tucks, touches of embroidery on organdy panels—all arranged to im- part a slender effect. Tucking in varying sizes and placement are shown in all the groups, and if you decide to give one or two, we know you'll be delighted with whichever you select. Second Floor—~Lanshurgh & Brother SPECIAL PURCHASE AND SALE Exquisite Philippine Gowns HAND-MADE AND HAND EMBROIDERED $5.95 And That’s Less Than Half Their Real Value Prices are low considering the rich materials, the correct style and the touches of distinction that accompany all our offerings of best millinery at lowest prices. $16.50 $12.50 $15.00 Second Floor—Lanshurgh & Brother Easy enough to follow, it takes a leader to pioneer —that’s why our apparel shops are making Tanuary Reductions Now! THE time-honored idea was to go right on until the last day What Do You Think of It2? The New Buddy Suit It is just too snappy and of the old year, then carefully glean stocks and mark down some of the merchandise. It occurred to us that it isn’t a matter of life or death, so why not allow our friends the benefit of HE imported Nainsook of which they are made is the chamois finish that looks like fine linen. The hems are sewn by hand; the seams are felled by hand, and as for the embrodiery— Well. vou know what even ordi- nary Philippine embroiery is! THIS boyish for words, and we know mothers will like more than merely the style fea- tures. It is of sturdy wash suiting, in white and colors, and the little two-piece Oli- ver Twist model is finished with charming new touches. Christmas. the savings around Christmas time? Many families give attire for The result—THE CLEARANCE IN THE APPAREL SHOPS AND JANUARY REDUCTIONS NOW! January Reductions Now IS EXTRAORDINARY'! Motifs of hand-drawnwork in squares and corner effects combined with val lace and dainty Philippine embroidery. For instance : The pockets have prancing horses with reins and saddle embroidered in clearly defined outline stitch. White vestee and Peter Pan collar of peplin in con- trast: sizes 2to 5 years. Its introductory price is $2.95. Rompers and Creepers, at $2.95 For tots of 1, 2 and 3 years old. Aren't they pretty? Mothers will think so, for they embody everything that should be worn by the tots. Of excellent qualiy poplin or crepe, built up on contrasting-top. Embroidery in pretty designs, and the collar and cuffs are finished wih picot edged frill. Other styles at $1.95. Fourth Floor—Lansburgk & Brother on Winter Coats Formerly priced $29.50 to $95.00 $525 Eyelet embroidery in profuse patterns and fine French Knot sections, the gown proper being finished with embroidered scallops. Colado work, finely embroidered slits tor running ribbon, lace insertion with Colado and French knots, medallion effects, vines, flowers, scrolls, bow-knot designs, lavish patterns in conventional and graceful tracery. % e > The ribbons begin at narrew lingerie width and range up to’an inch and a half; satin and novelty ribbons, too. Some of these Géwns have ribbon runs at high waist * line in true Empire style. One in a box for a Christinas gift will demonstrate your good taste as well as your good will. » Third Floor—Lansburgh & Brother $45 $65 From sport models to very dressy kinds for street and some elaborate enough for wearing over the evening frock. Normandie, Orlando, Panve- ' When Selecting' Christmas Gifts, Don’t Forget Good Quality, Warm Flannels ESPITE our ample preparation for Christmas, we didn’t overlook the fact Hang them on the Christmas tree! Clear Candy Toys e+ = & e White Silk-embroidered Flannel— Hemstitched or scalloped. Also many elaborately designed. Yard, $1.00. Other grades at $1.50 to $2.50. 40-inch Wool Skirt Flannels—Skirt length of 214 yards, which is sufficient for average skirt. Your choice of white, blue, red, black, checks, plaids, etc., at (skirt length), $2.00 and $2.50. First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother 36-inch Outing Flannel—Reversible, with wool-like finish. Especially suit- able for sleeping_garments, sacques, petticoats, etc. Yard, 18c. 27-inch Beacon Bath Robe Flannel —Soft eiderdown finish, and many colors and designs, in plain or pat- terns, including floral, Indian and juvenile. Yard, 58c. Frogs and cord to match, 38¢. New! Becoming! Practical! Nelly Don Apron- Dress at $3.95 The smartest, newest most all-round satisfactory garment of the apron family yet. Of heavy black sateen, with lus- trous finish; made like a dress ‘and slips over the head in'a jiffy. Bolero jacket effect, wide sash with colored stitching. Basket pockets, with fruit mo- tifs, imparting the idea of a Special for utmas Fancy Turkish ‘Guest Towels There are all kinds and for Christmas can be su We never grow too old to want a share of these wholesome candies that are always as- sociated with Christmas. They are pretty for the tree, wholesome to eat and seasonable, shapes in this lot. SPECIAL NOTE—Sunday Schools, Clubs, Charity Organizations and all who give candy pplied with.best grade HARD CANDIES, Any quantity up to 1,000 pounds, and they are pure, fresh and delicious. PLACE YOUR ORDERS EARLY! First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Shopping Perplexity Eliminated in Section Our Stationery With its vast array of beautiful Writ- ing Paper, Correspondence Cards, Fountain Pens and such useful and good-taste gifts. Here are just a few to inform you that we are amply ready for the most eager shopper. Cabinet of Stationery Special at $1.50 Contains two quires of paper and en- velopes to match. Solid white or tints in delicate pink, blue—then combina- tions of white and tints. Cabinet of Highland Linen Station- ery—Two quires of paper, in white and pale tints combined, and envelopes to match. - Very special at $1.39. that this is a season of thrift for many, and if you have a domestic, prac- | Special . A N tical woman on your list, you won't go wrong by giving her any one of these d 29C laine, Cordet Cord de Laine, L'lpa, Flannels, priced lower than you'd think, right in flannel season. at, poun ! Suedine and any amount of mannish mixtures. cagn, beaver and beaverette. Smart Frocks Formerly ‘priced $18.00 to $39.50, Reduced to $12.95, $18.95 $24.95 This group seems to stop at noth- ing in its mereiless reductions! Such < a collection has seldom figured in so drastic a clearaway—for just about every dress purpose there are not only dresses, but hosts of them. Crepe gc chine, Canton crepe, crepe- charmeuse, trimmed to the very peak of fashion’s dictum. Sizes for women and misses—even extra sizes. Self and fur collars of mole, squirrel, nutria, opossum, rac- back satin, ppiret twill, tricotine, Winter Suits Formerly priced $39.50 to $69.50, Reduced to $29 and $39 Some of these suits have recently joined our stocks—don’t fancy they are odds and ends, because they are not. Moussyne, suedine, duvet de laine and wool velour are the most noticeably smart materials. Those with fur collars include blended squirrel, mole, beaverette and nutria. Navy, black and brown in its varying shades, and particularly conspicuous because they are the vogue, Sizes for women and misses. Wool and Silk Skirts Formerly priced $7.95 10 $16.95—Reduced to $4.50, $8.95, $11.95 There is such a variety of skirts that come under the severe rule of lowered prices, we prefer to have you examine the entire group before deciding. Prunellas, 39¢ Blfie, pink or gold bor- filled fruit basket. A turn- over collar at the top of vestee, cuffs of the same contrasting Boxed Stationery—Your choice of paper or correspond- ence cards, or combined if you wish. Excellent quality at 50c, 75c and $1.00. novelty material. Too dressy der. Very soft qualit ds e mannish weaves in stripes. plaids, overplaids and many novelties. - Pleated and to be called an apron. We want that absrg,rbs m?)istur}; rectifll:?'fl?"vffifl?affl e t?&:ble,;gg'l:o’tfi%gge' Cor- “plain, from the dashing sport model to tfle dignified, subdued tones, for women you to see how you'll like it for dit Fouguln Pens, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. - Sy ‘of quicter tastes. Silk skirts, in checks, solid navy and black. Waist measure- home wear! readily. Soei Waterman’s I d'eal F‘;“m‘i“ Pens, $2.50 and upward, ments from 26 to 36._ g Second Floer—Lansburgh & Brother Ihird Floor—Lansburgh & Brother Lansburgh & Brother First Floor—Lansburgh & Brother 3 -