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_THE SUNDAY STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, NOVEMBER 12, 1922—PART 1. 14 COLORED WOMEN PASS UP TUB FOR STEAM LAUNDRIES The passing of the picturesque o6i- @ved washerwoman from Washington has been marked by an increase in the pumber of colored persons ployed In the machine laundries of the eity, according to a survey re- cently completed by the Department of Labor, made public yesterday. The survey indicates that 64.4 per cent of a total of 1,549 laundry work- ‘ We.are ma}king it possible to furnish the home better---with values that are fllstmctly lu.g‘h grade---pricqs that are decidedly reasonable---and with the priv- 1lege of 'havmg charged what you wish---paying for it at the leisure of convenience. House & Herrmann Grandfather Clocks& Windsor Chairs Both pieces.lend a touch of refinement to the home that justifies their. popularity—and places them among the treasured heirlooms of the future. include Chinese and ha only those ants employing ma- chinery. 'The pe age 1s baged on a total of 551 white and 998 colored workers. composed of 268 white males, 333 colored m;l,le‘s, 28]2 white females and 776 colored females. Another analysis of the list, after eliminating 196 unclassified workers, shows that it takes 863 skilled wor ers, as against 490 unskilled worl er, to conduct the plant laundry dustry of Washington. They survey shows, the department announced, that negro workers have mastered every art and trade of the Jaundry industry in its development from the hand to the machine process. BOY SCOUT NEWS Huston Thompson, chalrman of the federal trade commission, was unani- mously re-elected president of the ‘Washington Boy Scout Organization at the annual meeting of the District of Columbia council held in the City Club Wednesday. Other officers elected at the same time were Orville B. Drown, James Sharp and H. L. Rust, vice presidents. L. A. Snead, commissioner, and Ar- thur J. May, treasurer. In addition to these officers the following were elected members of the executive board: Paul Bartsch, Henry P. Blair, Brig. Gen. Lioyd Brett, Willlam Knowles Cooper, William J. Eynomn. Isaac Gans, J. H. Hanna, James T. Lloyd, Newbold Noyes and Paul Sle- ry board elected was Ad- Benson, Thomas Bradley, Robert S. Brookings, M. O. Chance, Myer Cohen, Karl W. Corby, John Dolph, Thomas Gatlin, Admiral Cary T. Grayson, J. F. Herrman, Frank Hogan, Frank R. Jelleff, S. Lee Jones, Lawrence P. Lee, John C. Letts, Colin H. Livingstone, Stephen T. Mather, F. E. Matthews, Maj. Frank Mou man, George W. Offutt. Duncan Phil: Hall Clocks, hour and half hour strike—several styles be ginning at $85.00; up to one of very handsome type and ex cellent mechanism, and in which the striking is recorded in a melodiots chord on three tubes, for $238.50. Hall Clocks in combination Mahogany and solid Mahog- any cases of classic designs, with Westminster chimes, in sev- eral grades and styles. Beginning with an attractive model in which the sounding is recorded on steel rods, at $180.00; the prices range upward to $500.00 for one with Moon dial, and 1n which the striking is done on five tubes. ‘ Mantel Clocks in Mahogany-finished cases, hour and half-hour strike, eight-day movement, from $9.00 to $15.00. i Mantel Clocks in genuine Mahogany cases. hour and half-hour strike, with eight-day.move- ments of excellent quality, from $31.50 to $49.50. Bedroom Suite of the Better Type v (Exactly as Illustrated) If you will note the details of construction in this Suite you'll be impressed with its high character. A Grand Rapids production. Combination Mahogany Suite—consisting of 7 pieces. Designed along graceful, simple lines, after the Louis 16th period, with overlay panels of finely figured surface veneers in toned finish; a distinguishing feature being the beautifully tapered fluted posts that make this period of design so rich and refined in appearance. The Dresser has a stationary shield-shaped mirror; the Chif- forette has two lower drawers and inclosed cupboard with-three sliding trays; the Semi-Vanity Dressing Table, with triple mirrors, has a cabinet on either side with drop door, inclosed in which are small drawers; the Bed is double size with bow- foot end; the Chair with cane seat and back; the Bench with cane seat, and 562 -00 the Bed-side Table with inclosed cabinet............... i coimie . = Boudoir Clocks, genuine Mahogany cases eight-day movements, in a variety of attractive styles of pleasing appearance, from $4.95 to $7.65. Decorative and Useful Windsor Chairs Windsor Side Chair, low back style, with fancy center panel, wood seat, Mahogany finish, at $8.75. Windsor Armchair, with extension at top .of back, which the picture fairly illustrates, and with extra supporting spindles at the back of the seat; well finished and well made, mahogany finish, wood seat, at $22.50. 3 Herb Rocker to match at the same price. UBnan Sasce o Van Oraict Windsor Armchairs, spindle back, wood seats. Donald Woodward, Myron W. Whit- v ; a0 i ; Mahogany finish, at $13.50. - 11"2?)"("’E'L!\re:hkfi':e;"u‘;}‘:;l“h!gnl’- 5 : Windsor Side Chairs, Mahogany finish, wood Weller, Barry Mohun. J. Epalding ceats, at $9.00, ) Flannery, Coleman Jennings, er 7 H Wiiean, Dre Frani W. Hallou and Rocker to match at same price. the members of the executive board. In the annual report. submitted by Scout Executive Edward L. Shaw, many problems confronting the or- ganization were presented in detall. and a most encouraging outlook far the coming year was given by the official. It was shown that the turnover of scout: ters is one of tha major probl that face the scout or- ganizations throughout the country, it being severely felt in Washington, beczuse of the transitory nature of the popuiation. In spite of the situation here, how- ever, Mr. Shaw said that it is en- couraging to know that of all cities in Washington's population class the Windsor Side Chair with flag seat and extra sup- gorting spindle at the back. Mahogany finish, at Windsor Armchair, high back with extension at “top; flag seat; fancy center panel with attractive open work effect. Combination Mahogany, at $39.50. Rocker to match at the same price Real Tennesseé Red Cedar Chests A carload shipment is just in—from a factory of high standing who build reputation into every Chest they turn out. There are many designs presented for your considera- tion. We are quoting in the style as pictured above. city has the largest number of troops. and of the twenty-one largest cities there is but one, San Francisco, that has a higher percentage of scouta organized. During the past ten months thirty- one new troops, of which five are not ‘yet registered, have been nized in the District. and the total \ | A Dining Suite of Character In every line and curve you find evidence of superior craftsmanship—Ten pieces of Combination Walnut of the Italian school of designing, with antique finish showing a toned color cffect that is very pleasing and attractive. The Buffet is 66 inches long, with interior dustproof partitioning. The drawers are made with mahogany veneered bottoms and sycamore sides, and in the upper drawer there is a movable plush-lined six compartment tray for the flat silver. The Dining Table has an oblong top, 48x60 inches, with octagon corners, and is extendable to 8 feet. Tha Serving Table has inclosed cupboard, and the China Cabinet is of the center-door style with side panels adjoining. The Suite includes five Side Chairs and one Armchair, with upholstered seats and backs covered with an attractive pattern of Tapestry, harmonizing with the general design of the Suite. The tops and door panels of the Buffet and Server are made $ .00 with mitered veneering, which shows very effectively the beauty of the —— grain and color of the wood..... N R seseneEENE e SiEss e s Davenport Table (Exactly as Tllustrated) Made of Combination Mahogany The top is 71 inches long, and is half oval shape. The pattern is of the Heppelwhite design, with the familiar fluted and tapered leg of that period. The reeded rim of the top, with 7 50 sary to relinquish the direction of troops, due in the majority of cases 0 removal from the city or pressure of other work, while fifty-two new secoutmasters have been enlisted and trained for the work. While the report deals primarily with the current year, Mr. Shaw said that it may be well to look back upon this, the fourth anniversary of “our work together” and note the progress made during that time. He said that on November 1, 1918, there were but forty-threa troops and $93 scouts, while today there are 11S- troops and 2,512 actual scouts, a net gain of 165 per cent in troops and 182 per cent in scouts. During this period it was shown that 7,025 boys have been enrolled and have come under the influence of the scout ideals and enjoved to a greater or less de-| gree its program. A detailed survey of all work ac- the panel of figured wood, are other details that add $ to its interest. Of excellent proportions and very graceful. Made by one of the Grand Rapids factories. This style in three sizes in the Natural Red Cedar color, fitted with brass lid stay, hinges, wood handles and casters. Trimmed with genu- ine copper and studded with copper nails. 3314 inches long, 1734 inches e e $11.65 complished by local scouts during the vear, including their splendld work at the conference on limitation of armi the Knickerbocker disaster, etc.,, etc., was included in the state- ment given by Mr. Shaw. Seout Leaders to he in Washington. ‘The Washington scout organisation is to be honored next week by the presence of three of the greatest lead- ors of the Boy Scout movement in this country: James E. West, chief 40 inches long, 1774 inches wide, 15% inches high. $ 4314 inches long, 173 inches i 516,50 Y Lirary Table (Bxactly as Tllustrated) scout executive of the National Coun- cil; Dr. George J. Fisher, deputy chief scout executive, and Lorne W. Bar- clay, chief of the department of cation. These three men will dress a big gathering of scout ficials at Epiphany Parish House on Thursday evening, to which meeting all scout officials and others inter- ested in the Boy Scout movement are invited. ——————— REWARD FOR FUGITIVE. pecial Dispatch to The Star. CULPEPER., Va.,, November 11.—The board of supervisors of Madison county held a special meeting Wed- nesday and decided to offer a reward of §$150 for the arrest and delivery of John Nickolson, who recently escaped to the mountains after shaog- Made of Combination Mahogany Georgian in design and of imposing appearance. The hand some pedestals have veneered panels of burl Redwood, which, with the darker Mahogany, make a beautiful tone effect. A Table of this kind will give the possessor $§! .00 a lifetime of satisfaction. Made by one of the Grand = (Bzsctly as Tlustrated) Rapids factories. Top size, 26x60 inches Really a necessity in ’ every home—and in addi- tion to providing a safe and convenient place for the books—a book case adds a finishing touch that is pleasing. We have many styles—of which the fol- lowing is one of the most This style in rubbed finish, of the Natural Red Cedar color, fitted with dustproof lid construction, lock, strong hinges, wood handles and casters. Trimmed with genuine popular. copper and studded with copper a h o gahy-finish—of a nails. Excellent Dining Suite (Exactly ss Illustrated) A Grand Rapids produetion—in Combination Mahogany—of Sheraton design, with the characteristic square tapered legs that emphasjze the rich and refined ?{)pearanc: of this period. " The Buffet is 66 inches long, with interior dustproof partitioning, and the drawer bottoms are of Mahogany verieering; the Dining Table has an oblong top 42x60 inches, and is extendable to 8 feet. The door desian that i : panels of the Buffet, the China Cabinet, the Serving Table, and ac the i e;‘" ith dlsl_ve‘ry attrac- 42 corners of the rim on the Dining Table top, and also on the back panel :h" 7 “i'- e‘;’ca €scatving of the five Side Chairs and the Armchair, there is an application of figure: of‘ I:n‘;::: 60"‘:&';“;‘;‘3 veneer in a beautiful design, finished in a color tone that makes an effec- St31e. with Gour aheloes— tive combination with the rich Mahogany colar of $36.50 4 ir{;heg gong, 1634 inches K;;i}ff Brigeos $2 1.50 . A bag of genuine cedar shavings is included with each Chest. stfll, and the governor will be aaked io offer a like reward. the pieces. The Buffet and Serving Table have a narrow, thin rai] at the back edge, extending par- tially along either side. The Chair seats are covered with a small figured pattern of handsome Tapestry, Davenport Bed Suites (Exsctly as Illustrated) Mahogany-finish Suite, of design as shown in illustration, con- sisting of long Davenport Bed, Armchair and Arm Rocker, with upholstered seats and backs covered with an excellent de of attractive tapestry. Cane panels under the arms, an Bed is equipped with a durable spring and a comfortable 5265.(1) cotton mattress. This Suite does not include pillows, Mahogany-finish Three-piece Suite, with long Davenport Bed equipped with spring and cotton mattress; a comfortable Arm-7 chair and a high-back Rocker., The covering is a 520000 beautiful pattern of good quality tapestry...... srn Mahogany-finish Three-piece Suite, with long Davenport Bed, containing spring and catton mattress; with Armchair and Rocker to match. The seats, backs and arms of each of the 5225_(” pieces are covered with handsome Tapestry...... & Herrmann “Farniture of Merit” B | Special 4-Piece Dining Suite (Bxactly as Illustrated) Use the Branch Office near you : —Your Classified Ad for The Star left at any of : the authorized Branch Offices will receive ex- actly the same prompt and careful attention as though filed at the Main Office—and at no extra cost. | . ‘The remllu of 3 Classified | ‘. &vmth mld with inclosed cupboard; and Dining Table, t(:]p s 50 45x54—with octagon corners. Table is extend- 1 8 Z- able to 6 feet. Well constructed in every detail. ’ — Ad in The Star will surprise Eye Stmts “Arvand the Corner=15 i i : 4 4-Pi§£e mB.f_‘OOm Suite e—in combination wal- nyt—of goed canstructien detail and finish. The syite consists ef Dresser, Wardrobe, Full-size ¥ Vanity Case and DoublesBed, with bow-foot end. $265 00 g— Special secccccescccccmrcessrerecsarinerneace Combination Walnut, in the effective Queen Anne type—60- It’s the Queen Anne .inch. Buffet; China. Closet, with fancy side panels; Serving Table, Seventh and Eye Streets