Evening Star Newspaper, June 19, 1922, Page 14

WHERE MEN BRAVE DEATH FOR PEARLS Geographic Society’s Com- ment on Domain of Sultan of Nejd and Hasa. Tt France has made a treaty with the Sultan of Nejd and Hasa, as re-| ported, the man who runs a watch | factory in Messachusetts, owns & cot- ton plantation in Georgia or makes phonograph records in New Jersey has a right to prick up his ears, says a bulletin from the Washington headquarters of the National Geo- graphic Society. “The American business man is alert to news of his customers, even though that commercial abstraction, the ‘ulti- mate consumer.' is the wearer of a wrist watch who has halted his camel caravan under a friendly palm, an clive Arab maid whose trousered costume of Aferican cotton eloth is set off by a goat's hair toque. or a band of roystering pesrl divers who seek gomniferous surcease from their work among the sharks by gazing nightly at the very ancient contor- tions of u drab lady of Arabia to the tune of a new American graphophone. Song for Mermaid's Tear. “To note that a prima donna has traded a song for a mermaid's tear from the waters off the mountain of the mist does not sound like trade. But when Mme. Blank, whose voice commands ten dollars per seat, is in the market for a string of Bahrein pearls, the jewelers on 5th avenue or Bond street wax businesslike. Y. the first statement is as Ii the second. If one granslates Vlace names into English, does not translate commodities into dol- lar marks, he has a ready antidote for much that seems mystical. As for the song, it may be recorded and produced again for the ears of the divers who gathered the pearls. “The daily life in the oasis patches of desert-rimmed Nejd, with its dromedaries and dates and horses of high pedigree, is fascinating enough, but the Perstan gulf costal strip from Koweit down to Katar is all the stranger for the presence of customs ¢f many far away lands. “Here slavery survives in spite of international conventions to the con- trary, and nomad sheiks wear dol- Jar “watches. Here the flea-bitten camel {s the freight car and the Arabian horse the limousine, though automobiles have been introduced and # railway runs down from Bagdad, ! through Eden-land, to the head of the Persian gulf. However, the shrine of romance of this new land Wwhich is emerzing. along with Hejaz, Mesopotamia and Transjordania, as a political ent n the waters off the Bahrein s, Browa Men lay With Death. “Here brown men play with death 80 the swains of many races may £pell their love of women in pearls. A pearl buyer at Basra casually let fall the enduring truth which will be seized by the slogan writer who tries to ‘promote’ Bahrein, ‘As long as there are pretty women there will be men buying pearls.” “The stalwart, naked diver who clamps his nostrils with a_forked bone, plugs his ears with beeswax and ‘tles a stone to his feet, faces other perils than sharks. Poison rays jnay sting him, there is the ever present danger of staying under ‘water too tong, and the slower dl—aflll from sucessive bleedings of the nose. caused by deep diving. The diver| has little time to think of dangers, but he must not become tao absorbed in his submarine search to jerk the cord which signals his comrades to pull him up. Night Life Is Tumultuous. “The diving season lasts from June to November and the waters during that period are flecked with several thousand boats from which the divers work. In each of thess boats are from half a dosen to a dozen men and ashore are many buyers, traders and ‘hangers on.' Of the night life one writer says: “‘A night on this barbaric, tumul- tuous beach is not readily frogotten. A long row of mud-walled, straw- covered coffee shops stretches the length of Menameh's water front., and from red sunset until flaring, noisy dawn the revels of the careless boat- men run their brawling course. There 4 are cheap, gaudy native theaters, too, where slovenly Arab girls. all beads, bracelets, anklets, spangles and tat- 100 work, wriggle and sway through the sinuous dances of thé oriental midways.’ “From these islands the Phoenicians are believed to have gone north to the Mediterranean. They are oniy twenty miles off the coast of Hasa, to the south of EI Katif, city of underground_ water which gushes from many springs.” BERLIN POLICE, BARRED | FROM MARRIAGE, BALK Many Threaten to Quit Force Un- less Chief’s Order Is Prompt- 1y Rescinded. By Cable to The Star and Chicago Daily News. Copyright, 1922. BERLIN, June 13.—The chief of Berlin's protective police has issued an order forbidding sub-lieutenants marrying at this time, with the re- sult that many police officers are threatening to leave the force. An exceptionally large number_of appli- cations to the chief, Col. Kapupisch, for permission to get married prompt- ed the chief to issue the ban on mar- riages. “Flats are so scarce and we have so little space in our barracks that we cannot permit more than three members of the farce to get married each month,"” reads the order. The number of applications has been averaging between thirty and forty a month and the police offcers, many of whom have already bought their furniture, are greatly excited over the chief's new policy. Ninety per cent of the police must live in barracks, according to the regula- ns. Members of the police force are now circulating a petition to Minister of the Interior Severing, de- manding that Col. Kapupisch’'s order be rescinded, otherwise the police will go on a strike in & body. —— NIGERIA SLAVES CONTENT Father Grandin Tells of Condition of Negroes in Bondage. By Cable to The Star and Chicago Daily News. Copyright, 1923. ROME, June 19.—Negro slaves in lower Nigeria are generally content- ed, do not seek freedom and are not maltreated by their black owners. Each has his own horse and plot of ®round and works part of the time for himself. These statements are made by Father Grandin, a mission- ary, and are published in the Osser- vatore Romano. A slave can become free by paying a certain sum, which may vary from $50 to $100. A woman is worth $25 and a child $12. They do not seek freedom because. they are protected by their owners. When a Christian attempts to buy a_wife from a polygamous pagan the affair becomes rather complicated, the owner insisting that a dowry be paid 10 her parents. * This amounts to any sum from $50 to $100. 120 INJURED IN FIGHT. BERLIN, June 19.—One hundred " and twenty persons were injured, some seriously, in a fight between members of a patriotic assoclation and & party of communisis at Chem- itz on Saturday, according to news- paper reports. aaad THE EVENING ST See Where Your Furs Are Stored Then you'll know they are safe. You may see our vaults at any time. Fur Storage Vauits, Seventh floor, ¥ st. Open 9 AM. June Clearance of Silks A Sale That Saves You 14 Especially Emphasizing These Specials— "\ Society Wash Satin JUST ADDED * Special, $1.35 Yard Satin-Striped La-Jerz A beautiful quality of wash satin Special, $1.65 y that is particularly lovely for A charming tub silk in smart undergarments—in flesh, orchid sports stripes of blue, rose, laven- and peach. der or black, on white. Exceptional Values in Crepe de Chines— In white, flesh, pink, navy and black. Reduced to $2 yard, In attractively colored printed designs. Reduced to $2 yard, In the season’s smartest sports plaids. Reduced to $2.50 yard. In medium and light shades for summer frocks. Reduced to $1.15 yard, In white or pink—a beautiful quality for the price, $1.45 yard. White Sports Silks. Reduced to $4.50 Yard These are perhaps the most wanted silks of the summer season— many beautiful weaves in those heavy crepes with designs in contrast- ing weave. And many other splendid values— ¢ Silk Section, Second floor. Wonderful Values in Women’s Pumps and Oxfords Reduced to *5.75 and *6.75 All are models from our own stock and have been marked at much higher prices. Even if you do not need low footwear just now— these savings urge your buying for future wear. Pumps and Oxfords —of black kidskin, black calfskin, white canvas with black or tan trimmings—and tan calf—also oxfords of brown kidskin—and pumps of brown satin, patent leather, patent and gray combina- tions and black suede. Not all sizes, of course, in any one model—but a wonderful assort- ment of models from which to choose. Women's Shoe Section, Third Soer. Special Offering for the Larger Woman Silk Frocks, $39.50 Women requiring the extra sizes, who find the selection .of comfortable, yet smart- looking silk frocks. not always an easy mat- ter, have here delightful choosing—and the Added Advantage of a Special Price Sketched are two of the models—one an attractive georgette, finely pleated from the shoulder, shown over a slip of figured foulard—also in georgette entirely, or with a self-color satin slip—the metallic buckle adds a distinctive touch—the other in navy blue georgette, a slenderizing affair, with dyed lace medallions inset for trimming. These are typical of the smart styles—from which you may chqose, in sizes 40% to 5215—at $39.50. Bpacial Sise Sectics, Third Seor. | Drastically Reduced---¥3 to % less| Women’s Tailored Blue Suits #29.50, *39.50, *47.50, *58.50 These are unquestionably some of the most extraordinary suit val- ues we have beén able to offer this season. Almost anything you desire in the way of fabric, or style, is included in this collection of tailored models— -~ The fact that they are regular Woodward & Lothrop Tailored Suits, alone ! assures their quality and value—but at these drastically re- duced prices, the values exceptional. Long lines, strict tailleurs, with notch collars—embroidered and 1 or 2 button effects. All are beautifully lined, and the workmanship is the best. Sult Section, Third floer. WASHINGTON, D. C, MONDAY, JUNE 19, 1922. / TWoodward & Lothr New York—WASHINGTON—Paris * . Close 5:30 P.M. A Smart Shantung SLEEVELESS With Malching Jacket, ’25 i This attractive model sketched is one of the smartest of summer sports frocks, answerin tm need of a' practical, ‘well-wearing little frock, with the added jacket when it is needed for street or traveling. Other Shantung frocks choose the straight slim lines, with hemstitching, narrow pleated panels or drawnwork for trimming_ —and most of them wear the narrow string belts so much liked. Printed crepes are also cool and summery — in varied colors; simply made—several attractive models at this price, $25. Women's Dress Soction, Third Soor. FROCK Window, Door and " Porch Screens Ask us for estimates—delivery as prompt as best workman- ship will permit. Masufacturing Division Ofice, Fifth fivor, 450 Yards 38-inch Silk and Cotton English SHIRTING MADRAS One-Half the Usual Price, $1.25yard | Twelve different designs and colors, broche, herringbone and novelty weaves, distinct stripes and interwoven. ¢ Blues and white Lavenders and white Blue and Gold Green and Gold A wonderful quality with the luster of pure silk. Suitable for men’s shirts and pajamas, women’s tailored shirts, skirts and dresses. Cotton Dress Goods Section, Becond floor. Color Takes First Place in New and Novel Blouses Of colored dimity and organdy— . $2.25, $2.95 and $3.95 Among these very charming, if very simple, little colored blouses are attractive versions of the Peggy collar and the V neck blouse. Some are colored, others in white with frills, collar and cuffs edged in tiny bias folds of colorful checked gingham. Rose, blue, orchid and green are favored colors—and dainty pleated frills becoming trimmings. Blouse Section, Third Soor. Charming Silk Frocks FOR MISSES--- . Sketch shows one of the popular little printed crepes, in sand and blue, with dainty embroidery collar, cuffs and pocket trimmings. $16.95. 2 Others are more elaborate; some dainty printed crepes beautifully beaded in chalk beads—others com- bined with pleated georgette crepe. The dyed lace and georgette frocks so much in demand for afternoon and evening affairs are unusually lovely in the soft rose, brilliant yel- low and blue shades; and in jade green is a frock of georgette, the acme of smartness and simplicity. The striking feature about these silk frocks is their very wearableness— the sort of frocks in which you could feel well dressed for any after-lunch occasion. Prices begin at $16.95— up to $58 Misses' Section, Fourth Floor. 6x9 ft. Holland Rush Rugs Reduced $10.75 1/, less than original price Heavy Hand-braided Holland Rush Rugs in oval and oblong shapes, and in beautiful natu- ral tan, with striking colored borders; corners and center designs. 4x7 ft. reduced to $6.75. 3x6 ft. reduced to $3.95. 6x12 ft. reduced to $17.75. 8x10 ft. reduced to $19.75. 9x12 ft. reduced to 3 Palm Beach Squares in various colors, size 18x18 inches, from which we can make any size rug desired. Reduced to 85c each. Rug Beotion, Bixth foer. PILLOWS Specially Priced Special, $2.95—0f cretonne, com- bf:e‘d with rep or changeable silk—big, soft, comfy pillows. therpretty boxed pillows of cretonne and rep. The Cameo Scarf : —is an attractive new scarf that will add a decorative touch . to the summer home or cot- ;. tage, besides filling its very use- iuf urpose as a scarf. Fashioned of unbleached mus- lin, embroidered in rose, gold or - blue—in a dragon or cameo- head design. ree sizes, $1.75, $2 and $225. Art Embroigery Sectios, Second Soer. Reed and Wide-brimmed, Drooping, Flower Laden GARDEN HATS —These are the hats that come with advancing Sum- mer—beautifully colored leghorns and hair braids, straws of varied sorts—their wide, shading brims droop- ing under the weight of a mass of colorful flowers— some of them with smart black velvet bindings in contrast— The sort of hats just made to wear with sheer, fluffy garden party frocks, in shades that blend, harmonize and contrast, as you like them. creations. Millinery Salon, Third Soor. Priced 518.5\0. $22.50 and $25 Moderate prices for such exclusive models—and charming A New Vanity Umbrella, $8 —carries in its handle a tiny mirror, puff and just enough space for one’s powder. Aside from that novel feature, it is of good quality silk, shown in blue, green, purple and brown. The Tarleton Club, another smart umbrella, in colored silk, with top and tips of amber color—and a smart leather wrist strap. S$I2. Satin Border Silk Parasol- Umbrellas, in the wanted shades, with wood handle, bakalite or leather trimmed. $6 to 99. Umbrella Section, First foor. 0 » Imported White Ratine 40 inch---$1.25 yard Without at least one frock wardrobe is incomplete; it of white ratine, one's summer smartly adapts itself to many becoming styles, and is an established Parisian vogue. This is a particularly fine quality and moderately priced. St. Gall White Dotted Swiss 75¢ Yard A very fine quality, with the pin dot; attractive for sum- mer frocks—and attractive- ly priced as well. 31 inches wide. White Goods Section, Second fioor. Reed-Fiber French Boxloom Crepe ° $1.25 Yard Crepe frocks are much in vogue—and this new ship- - ment brings just the desired N quality. 36 inches wide. Furniture : Y4 to % less than regular prices _ There has been heavy selling of the several carloads of this fine Furniture but there are still many splendid values. Tt is thoroughly attractive, de- pendable furniture—and at remarkable savings. Exactly as illustrated . 4-ft. Settee, Rocker and Chair; new improved box sprin, backs covered in cretonne. Separate Rockers, special, seat cushions; seats and 175 each. - Rockers and Chairs Specially Priced Reed Rockers, $11.50 High-Back A splendid rocker for sewing: two-toned finish, cretonne covering; box spring cush- ions. Reed-Fiber Rockers, $9.75 Ivory finish, spring base with cretonne loose cushions, .4 Rockers, Special, $13.75 : (As Tllustrated) High-grade Reed-Fiber, two- toned finish; rich cretonne . “: cushions. . and Reed Section, Fifth floor. Two-toned finish, box spring cushion and Reed Rockers and Chairs $22.50 Each upholstered back; cretonne covered. back. Rockers, Special, $11.75 (As Illustrated) Brown Reed-Fiber, with rich tapestry-covered seat cush- ions on sprihg base. Fine Reed Chairs, $17.75 Frosted brown; tapestry seat, cushion and Ly Special, $16.50 (As Illustrated) Light brown finish, spring seat, tapestry cushion and back.