Evening Star Newspaper, May 22, 1922, Page 17

MAJESTIC HOLDING BACK N Giant Liner and Mauretania, Pres- ent Record Holder, to Sail on By the Associated Press. NEW YORK, tic, White Star Mner, largsst ship in the world, has been having a week of | uled to sail from Liverpool for New ,ilngln' and song-singing, led by Sir reception at her dock. Beginning the | York, and the Majestic Is down to day after she came to port, when the leave New York' for Southampton. tarians e " E RIS T ~ FOR RACE IN AUGUST records. Same Day. o May 22—The Majes- | the Atlantic. 2 Deferred Payments On Furniture, Rugs and Housefurnishings We have a definite plan already arranged that will be most helpful to those who care to use it. Free shipments anywhere in Continental States. United officers gave a luncheon and official reception to friends crowds have visited the pler every day to look the big boat over. officers sald that on her return voyage she would not try to make any speed in the city, Officers of the Majestic, ho are waiting for the first week 1 ‘They admit quite frankly they are “laying” for the Mauretania, the Cunarder, whieh now boasts the rec- ord for the quickest passage across That week the Mauretania Is sched- The battle in all probablility for su- then be fought. 2 Her ever, Au- of Nations” in Los Angeles Trip. By the Assuclated Pre: LONDON, Msy left '~ London for premacy of the ocean greyhounds will BRITISH ROTARIANS START. Sir Harry Lauder Sees “Wedding I 22.—Amidst showers of confettl and streamers, 'With beli- arry Lauder, a party of British Ro- South- L ampton to board the steamer Ber- engaria en route to Los Angeles to International Rotary In his speech to Sir Harry said fhe confett! signified a wedding Great attend the Clubs’ conference. the departing delegates, “petween two great nations, Britain and the United States.” “The rotary movement,” tinued, bringing the weddipg to pass, mony among people: he con- “ought to glve a hand to for there s nothing In its aspirations which does. not mean absolute har- the English-speaking HOSPITAL TO BE SOLD. Army Institution on Staten Island Had Hectic Career. By the Associated Press. NEW YORK, May 22.—A by_the hoard tomorrow. Fox Hills, as a wonderful achievement, not successful, hospital which has had a hectic career will go the army hospital on Staten Island, which was first greeted then questioned as being Inconvenient and not well handled, and finally crdered closed because the work done was will be sold at auc- and condemned to destruction by THE EVENING STm, WASHINGTON, D. C, MONDAY, MAY 22, 1922. tion. The hospital was closed through the activity of the veterans’ bureau Army authorities shortly aiterward. Bids will be received on the build- ings, equipment, supplies and every- thing else contained in the institu- tion. The whole place will go under the hammer to the highest bidder, either “in bulk” or “In parcels” as the desire of the bidders may show. CHICAGO ART HOME. By the Associated Pres: CHICAGO, May hege. —Chicago, known | ticker tapes. chiefly as an industrial center, may yet rival Nuremberg as a romantic combination of art and business, E ward P. Butler, leading merchants, said in an address | Auiumn o before a gathering of artists. Butler said that art was & hobby of |1nyex e many of the blggest business men | .ollector for §60.000, By the Associated Press one of the City's| CHICAGO, Mr. tate by a New York dealer. the | ture, painted in 1891, | Innes autumn scene. reading Prompt Delivery Can now be given on Made-to-Order AWNINGS SCREENS SHADES Phone us for estimates— immediate attention. Upholstery Shop Office, Fifth floor. our Home in Summer A Special Value in Bridge Lamps, *8.75 Beautifully designed in wrought iron, with trimmings of gold leai—and completed with a charming parchment shade, in varied colorings. Special swivel arm, and adjustable to any direction—features which mark this lamp entirely out of the commonplace, at such a remarkably low price. BEAUTIFUL PARCHMENT SHADES— in varied designs and artistic colorings. Spe- cial values, $3.50 and $6. Lam n, Second floor. You Will Want a . Herrick Refrigerator The finest known refrigerator—which features the three biggest essentials to scientifically cor- rect refrigeration; that is, refrigeration that will keep vour food pure and sweet under the most trying weather conditions. We are featuring a two-door model. with 65-pound ice capacity— An Unusual Value, $38 Nursery Refrigerators $6.25 to $7.50 With mineral wool in- sulation; in oak or white enamel finishes —absolutely vermin- proof. Refrigerator Section, Fifth floor. Fireless Cookers $29.75 A price much less than usual Come in and have this 2-compartment Ideal Fire- less Cooker demonstrated and explained to you. Once you see how the work is really done you will want one in your home this summer. House Furnishings Section, Fifth floor. A Vacuum Ice Cream Freezer The nicest part about the vacuum freezer is that it does all the work. The salt.and ice, and the vacuum created between the double walls, freez- ing the mixture, without any of that crank-turn- ing process. In one, two and four quart sizes. See the Vacuum Freezer demonstrated in Housewares Section, Fifth floor. Pekoe Summer Dinner Set MODERATELY PRICED 32 pieces, $24.50 50_pieces, $59.50 100 pieces, $100 This ware is a copy of an old English design, and unusually rich and lovely in its myriad color- ings. You must really see it, however, to appre- ciate the splendid value, as well as its attractive- ness; and another advantage is that it is an open stock pattern, from which you may select as many pieces as you like. China Section, Fifth fioor. Iced Tea Sets Special, 2.25 What would a summer afternoon gathering be without iced tea—A graceful, tall pitcher, covered, and six tumblers to match—choose from two different designs and styles; a value it would be hard to duplicate, cons‘idering the quality. One of these sets is indispensable to the full enjoyment of summer. Glassware Section, Fifth floor. Table Knives and Forks %1.75 for Set of 6 Just such sort of cutlery that campers and folk who will live in summer cottages will appre- ciate having. Splendidly made, and will give the sort of service you would expect and want. Cutlery Section, First floor. atural Wood Breakfast Sets To Be Decorated Suburbanites and summer cottagers will find these new breakfast sets quite refreshing, after they have been enameled in charming colors to carry out whatever color scheme desired. Drop-leaf, 3-ft. tables, with turned legs, $8.25. Attractive chairs, with bow backs, good and comfortable, $2.25. Both are splendid values, and you will be sur- prised to see what an attractive breakfast set can be made with little trouble‘ and small ex- pense. Housewares Section, Fifth floor. Porch and Lawn Furniture PORCH CHAIRS AND ROCKERS —natural finish and with woven seats, $2.25. White Oak Chairs, with woven splint seats, grandfather style, $3.50. Arm Chairs—double woven seat and backs; durable and comfortable, $5.50. Arm Rockers—as above—$6—with high backs, at $6.50. Large size with high back, $7.50. Arm Rockers—high back, woven seat, $4.95. Porch and Lawn Furniture Section, Sixth floor. Lawn Benches Iron frames with bSlted seat and back. Finished in green. 4-foot size, $7.50 6-foot size, $8.50 HICKORY FURNITURE Arm Chairs—with woven seat and back, strongly made, $8; Rocker to match, $9.25. Settee—with spindle back, $12.50. RUSTIC PIECES Double Garden Seat, made with trellis roof. Complete at $37.50. Upright Trellis. Priced at $4. Flower Box and Trellis, $16.50. AR - Porch ana Lawn Jurniture Section, Sixth : Open 8:15 A.M. CRETONNES In Neat Gingham Checks, Plaids or Stripes —that are very new; chintz designs and others that are equally pretty as summer touches of color in draperies, slip-covers or for making new garden frocks or kid- dies’ dresses. 45¢, 50¢, 55¢, 65¢ Yard PERSIAN PRINTS ~—in hand-blocked and myriads of color designs as Table Covers at §1 and $2. Couch or Bed Covers, $5 to $1& Cur- tains, $2.75 to $6. STENCILED CRASH —in many attractive pieces. Pillow Covers, Couch Covers, Table * Covers, Curtains and Scarfs. Drapery Section, Fifth floor. CURTAINS For the Summer Home Fresh and dainty patterns of voile with lace edges, motifs or drawn work. Some are hemstitched and have drawn work and motifs. 2% yards long. $4.50 to $6.50 Pair VOILE CURTAINS $3.50 PAIR A group of fine quality cur- tains, plain or with narrow tucks and in white or ivory fin- ish. 24 yards long. RUFFLED CURTAINS $3.50 PAIR Dotted. barred or checked de- signs of fine muslin, at $225 pair—or grenadine, $350 pair. MADRAS CURTAINS Lovely designs in ecru or white, $250 pair; of colored madras with bird or floral effects, $3 pair. 5 Curtain Section, Fifth floor. [ \ e o A €5 S Y e R | NS (S LA \ "Willow Furniture Artistic and Inexpensive All of this Furniture is_shown in natural finish and may be used as it is or finished in any color you desire, and fitted with cushions of your own_choosing. The Breakfast Set Illustrated Table and 4 Chairs, $77.50 Tea Cart to match, $30 A very_attractive and’popular breakfast set; the 36-inch table has plate glass top and the chairs fit snugly under the table. The Willow Day Bed will add much comfort to your porch; it is light in weight as well as in design; you may have it cushioned to suit. Desks are very attractive and always uscful. drawers on either side of center. Tt glass top has two drop One with a plate is priced at $57.50 and will add much to your porch or any room in the home. Several other designs from $24.50 to $57.50. Armchairs, $6.75 to $17.50 Rockers, $7.75 to $18.50 Tables, $7.50 to $42.50 Willow and Reed Section, Fifth floor. Spring and Summer Draperies Designed the way you want them or we will make sketches to give you our idea of the most effective types for your particular needs. We have many beautiful summery fabrics and shall take pleasure in planning your draperies with you. New York—WASHINGTON—Paris Close 5 P.M. Summer Bedspreads Special, $2.35 This is surely a refreshing announcement, when summer brings a need for so many fresh, clean spreads. These are of all-white figured dimity, size 80x90, and hemmed. WOOL-FILLED COMFORTS SPECIAL, $6.95 Another remarkable value; covered in figured nainsook, with plain 9-inch border. In pinks and blues. WOOL AND COTTON MIXED . BLANKETS, $6 Just the right weight for cool summer nig| in white, double-bed size; with soisette b ings and borders in blue or pink. Bedwear Section, Second floor. Couch Hammocks Special, *12.45 This comfortable couch hammock, of gray or khaki color, good quality canvas, has excellent springs, wind shields at both ends, back rest and comfortable cushioned seat. The construction is unusually good for such a low price. Complete with chains and hooks. ZF._P,A%A‘TE STAhN[‘)‘ ofhtubular iron, well braced: nished to match the hammock. foned tol c! Also a special Couch Hammocks, including a num- ber of very attractive and artistic styles, $19 to $65. SWING'HAMMOCKS—in a great variety of at- tractive models; smart colored striped and all- over conventional patterns, with head rests. Choose from models, $1.50 to $1L50. LAWN SWINGS, especially well built and con- structed to our special requirements; all well and attractively finished. $11, $12.50 and $14. Hammock &nd Swing Section, Fourth floor. Rattania Rugs are Popular Because they are not only artistic, cool- looking and long-wearing, but they are mod- erately priced and easy to keep clean. A new arrival brings a full assortment of all sizes in the many entirely new designs and colors. 30x60-inch size priced, $2.25, and all sizes up to 9x12 feet, $14.75. Hall Runners, $4 to $7. THE HOLLAND RUSH RUGS are the smartest, most distinctive rug for the sun porch or veranda, and many “7 using tbhem indoors; hand-braided, in unique color combinations. Ov: 3 S L ons, val and TOI".ld. Rug Section, Sixth fioor. Colorful Table Linens SPECIALLY PRICED Attractive Merc kins to matcl lavender or blue border size. Special, $4 set. _ G Hemstitched Cloths and rose Blue and White Waffle Weave 54-inch Cloths $375—the same weave in 64-inch size, $5. Nap kins to match, $4.50 dozen. Pure Linen, Colored Hem Napkins to match—ir set. Unusual values and lovely patter you glad to choose. Cloths nd pink. $12.50 Linen Section, Second floor Sel 3 ‘Hanging Ventilating PORCH “ SHADES Vudor Porch Shades Improved over other shades because they have a ventilating device and a self-hang- ing device. Finished in permanent oil colors to har- monize with any home and with care will last from six to ten or more years. VUDOR PORCH SHADES—4 ft. to 12 ft. wide, with 7 ft. 6 in. drop. $3.90 to $13.75. VUDOR BUNGALOW SHADES—4 ft. to 12 ft. wide, with 6 ft. drop. $3.60 to $12. Bcreen Section, Fifth floor. Bedrooms in Summer Should present a cool, airy appearance—restful and refreshing. Our suites for summer homes, seashore or mountain cottages embody these every requirements, and are most moderately priced. Furthermore, we pay freight charges to any point in the Continental United States SOFT TAN SHADES OF NATURAL WOOD— Finish a bedroom group of solid oak. _ The suite, including dresser, writing table (19x3c in.), chair, ivory metal double bed, with link spring and white cotton mattress, complete at $74.50. Pieces sold separately, and priced as follows: .$32.50 Chiffonier, with mirror ..$29.75 PICTURE BRINGS $60,000. A= A mported canvas, about thirty by forty-five Inches, by George has been sold 1o & local art | 1t was one of | the most valued in the collection of He himself Is a painter, sald by|:he jate Mrs. Potter Palmer, which eritics to possess unusual talent, and | ywas boy ol e eculained that several members| "2 Pousht at suction from her es- of the board of trade are painters or poets when not busy The pic- is a typical .$20.00 Chair ...$10.00 Costumer Ivory Metal Double Bed and Spring, $18.50. Double Cotton Mattress, $10 TABLES Cedar Chests Reduced to $6 812 to $35 Well Built. Mahogany-finish Particularly in the summer does Tables, top size 18x24 inches. a home require these moth and and fitted with drawer and lower dust proof chests—they're an shelf. asset to the bedroom, too. You can use these in so many We have some special values at rooms or halls. $12.75, $18.75, $24.75. . $3.50 .. $4.50 Beautify Your Garden This Summer —with Marble-ite Garden Furniture—Bird Baths, Grecian Urns, Benches, Small Pedestals and Long Flower Boxes are among the delightful collection shown. Pottery Bection, Fifth floor.