Evening Star Newspaper, January 11, 1923, Page 13

FAVORS QUARTERLY | SCHOOL SEMESTER Supt. Kramer Says Mid-Year ; Commencements Conserve "k Time of Children. * Quarterly instead of semi-annual Semesters in the public schools are 1ooked upon with favor by school au- thorities, Assistant Superintendent of Schools Kramer sald yesterday after- “noon in making public the figures showing the number of eighth grade pupils scheduled for promotion to the high schools at the midyear com- mencements February 1. The plan which has been adopted in several . citles in the country, Mr. Kramer sald, results in a finan saving to tax- payers and at the same time conserves the time of the children who are re- tarded Mr. Kramer pointed out, however, that to adopt the quarterly promotion system in the District would require additiénal teachers and enlarged fa- cilities. 298 to Pass. The midyear promotion compiled the assistant superin- tendent show that 998 eighth grade puplls will pass on to the high schools at the begi; g of the new semester. G this number 287 will enter Central, 8 Business anual Train- figures 234 Eastern, §9 and 170 the McKinley ing schools. The third division is sending tfie largest number to the high schools. The figures show that 308 pupils in this division are d for promotion to the high scho The number of * puplls to be pre he other di- viglons follow: First, 172; Franklin- Thomson, $8; third, 3 fitth, 197: sixth, 98: seventh, 177; eighth, 86, and ainth, 111 oted May Be More. The Columbia Junior High School also will receive 161 puplls from the Mr. Kramer explained that the , above figures are tentative and may ‘ be enlarged before the end of the month, in that they represent only positive cases of promotion. Children on the doubtful 1ist wha pass exam- inations to be given them in the near future will have their names added to the promotion list. The number of pupils scheduled for promotion to the high schools this vear represents a decrease of twenty- five under those passed on from the eighth grades last February 1. Ac- cording to official figures 1,023 pupils were promoted to the senfor institu- tions from the high schools on Feb- ruary 1, 19 WOMEN’S LEAGUE HITS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR Charges Right to Speak at Indus- trial Conference Denied—De- mands Industrial Equality. e Associated Press. ) YORK, y 11.—The Women's League for Equal Opportu- nity has made public resolutions sent the New York congressional delega- tion, charging the women's bureau in the Department of Labor with having denied the league the right to speak at an industrial conference in Wash- ington called by the bureau for Jan- uary 11-13. + The resolutions set forth that speakers at the conference, which will consider problems of women in in- dustry, were practically all support- ers of the theory that working wom- en needed legislative protection not accorded men, while organizations de- manding equality for both sexes be- fore the law had been barred. Congress was asked to refuse the bureau funds for exccuting plans| made at the conference. —_— " & JUDGE BUYS CARDS. | NEW YORK, January 1l—Angelo ‘Lombardi was arrested for selling tiny decks of playing cards at Times Square without a peddlers’ license. Magistrate Corrigan glanced over the | bench at the evidence. “How much are they?” trate asked. “Five cents.” Lombardi answered. “I'll take two decks” the magis- 2 said. “But I'll-have to fine you two dollars.” the magis- These charming little burners are as truly at- tractive as it is possible to make them. You will be instantly charmed by them and they will make very acceptable remembrances for your friends. Burning In- cense is one of the oldest customs of the world, one that the people of the world have never grown tired of and never "$2.00 and $4.00 The National Remembrance Shop (Mr. Foster's Shop) 14th Street s onpaave. For Colds, Iniluenza andas a Preventive The First and Original Cold and Grip Tablet The box bears this signature & Flbere- E=Thle——lole—=r—— o l[c—— 00— o e ] WOMAN SLAIN WITH CLUB. Alleged Assailant Narrowly Es- capes Vengeance by Mob. COLUMBIA, 8 C, January 11— Mrs. Laura Lancaster, sixty-three, of Govans, 8. C, Who was attacked with a club by Thomas Johnson, a young negro, died as the result of injuries roceived. The the state peni keeping, said hli tack was revenge, as Mrs, Lancaster had “treated him mean.” The negro, shortly after the at- tack, was placed in jail at Olar, 8 C., but & band of men effected an en- trance and spirited the negro away, [ole—=lalc——=lol———]a] values. R. B. WHITEHURST B. M. ODUM GEO. H. CAMPBELL to clearly demonstrate to you their your time to visit this truly wonder in Washington. Market Open Daily From 6 AM. to 6 P.M— THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTO as Bamberg, the county seat, stored to the authorities. At that time the condition of Mrs. caster was uncertain, although considered critical. Gov. Harvey sent a special officer to bring the negro to Colum- bia for safekeeping. At the penitentlary here the pris- oner said he had been taken into the woods and his adbuctors had gathered about and “just talked and talked” and then returned him to the officers. Gov. Harvey has asked that a speedy trial be arranged. —_— Hyena jaws are 50 powerful that they can break the shin bone of & buliock &t one suap. the sun visor. NURSEMAIDS AID CHASE. Join With Detectives in Capture of Alleged Gem Thieves. N B ey N maids, pushin eir baby carriages on the upporflvm Side, joined in & thief chase which ended when. the police fired a dosen shots and rounded up three men suspectéd of complicity in the $28,000 robbery of two jewelry stores. Detectives, in an automobile, spotted three men whose description tallied with that given of the rob- pers. Noticing they were being obierved, the thres jumped into & milk truck and started to drive away, What Car Is D0 when the poll od g h.l:. police called on them to ‘Then the suspeots leaped from their vehicle, ran to West End avenue and started rth, occaslonal shots, th vo . The residence triot hrown into an uproar, women lnnf;. from windows and many of those on the street Joining in the pursuit. The fugitives were captured in the basement of & houss in which they had taken shelter. The polico clalmed to' _have found in their possession pawn tickets for a large quantity of Jewelry. —_— It is claimed that one meal & day in summer and two in winter, of prop- erly selected food, should suffice the| normal person. It Going to Be Bill Ball says: Here we see Equipment is complete to windshield wiper, dash light, ammeter, oil pres- sure gauge and speedometer; the shift lever of the three- speed transmission is within easy reach. We will announce our new line January 14, The Luttrell Co. Fourteenth and T Sts. N. W. EE_IEEIE_TEIEII—EE%—B Formal Opening Last Time Tonight, January 11th, 7 to 10 P.M. PARK VIEW MARKET FREEZING CORP. Organizing—Capital Stock $300,000 OFFICERS: SECRETARY AN Offices in the Market Balcony Park Road and Georgia Avenue N.W, Washington, D. C. Gala Celebration-- - Music--Dancing--Souvenirs—(No Sales) The National Capital’s newest and most modern market — second in size in this city. Appealing to the discriminating housewife by reason of its superior sanitation and perfect lighting facilities. Only recently opened for business, but'now boasting of 75 wide-awake merchants, ready and willing promptservice, high quality and fullest - - These merchants desire to acquaint you with their. new market—there- fore, they have arranged for this formal opening (no business transactions) so that you and your friends may in a leisurely way inspect the many un- excelled appointments of their market. It will be well worth an evening of - ful market, that has been so much needed Saturday Until 10.P.M. e e el e el s o] == o] ol =] - ...PRESIDENT D TREASURER ««+.....SUPERINTENDENT ele——[s[c——[c[c——[sl——os]le—==]ale—= o] c—D]a[— o] c—= s [ ——D]0] THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 1923. Waodmard X Lothrop DOWN STAIRS STORE [ [ | Friday is Remnant Day Remnant Day Merchandise is Not Returnable or Exchangeable; Not Sent C. O. D. or On Approval; Mail or Phone Orders not Accepted Women’s Silk and Cloth Dresses Greatly Reduced to %7 Just 16 Dresses, but such remarkable values it will be worth your while to shop early for them. Navy crepe de chine and taffeta frocks, as well as tailored dresses of Poiret twill with braid or embroidery trimming. Dresses, Special, *11 A new group of Afternoon Dresses of Canton, Crepe de Cgine or Taffeta. Navy, black and brown. Long lines and basque. Also a few Poiret twills, Coats, Special, *11 Polaire Sports Coats, in styles with plain or pleated backs. Deep cuffs and some strap cuffs. Brown, gray and polo color. DOWN STAIRS STORE Men’s English Broadcloth Shirts, $2.95 A new shipment just in for. tomorrow’s Remnant Day selling.‘ These are even better than our e. former remarkable values. Very slight defects, hardly noticeal in white, tan or gray. Sizes 14 to 16. Shirts, Special, 85¢ A small group of good quality madras or rep shirts, with slight imperfections or a trifle soiled. Sizes 14 to 16. Silk Ties, 35¢; 3 for $1 A small group of cut silk ties. Good patterns. Fine quality English broadcloth Silk Plated Socks, 35¢ Pr.; 3 Prs. for $1 Black and brown silk socks, subject to slight irregularities. Sizes 934 to 1134, : Sc Each Colored collars to match plain colored shirts. Broken size range. DOWN STAIRS STORE Dimity and Voile Blouses Reduced to 75¢ 20 Pretty Tailored Blouses with Peter Pan or Tuxedo collars. Plain or with neat lace edging. Excellent values. DOWN STAIRS STORD Chamoisette and Kid Gloves, 25c¢ pr. A small group of White Chamoisette and Black Kid Gloves in small sizes only. Splendid values if you can be fitted. DOWN STAIRS STORE Women’s Silk Stockings, 50c Thread Silk Stockings with high spliced heels. In polo, gray and black. Slightly irregular. Sizes 8% to 10 in_the lot. eather Sports Hose, 25¢ Pair Medium Weight Stockings in heather shades of brown and green. Minor irregularities. isle Hose, 35c; 3 Pairs, $1 Black, brown and polo color. Sizes 8% to 10. Very special. DOWN STAIRS STORE Lingerie Vests, 50c; Were *1 ‘Women’s flesh, white or orchid colored vests of dainty lingerie cloth. Just a bit mussed. Corset Covers, 35¢ A small group of lingerie cloth. Counter soiled. Bloomers, 50c; Were Of figured crepe, in flesh and blue. Also mussed. At the same price—Jersey Bloomers, in black, white and navy. Seconds of a high grade. Philippine Un: 3 ; Was Handmade and embroidered gowns and chemise. Slightly soiled. Gowns Reduced to 68c Round or square neck styles; some embroidered. Mussed. Glove Silk Bloomers, $1.75 Were $2.50 A small group and remarkable valués. Flesh color only. Reinforced. Knit Vests, 15¢c; 2 for 25¢ DOWN STAIRS STORE ) . Boys’ Mackinaws, %5 Reduced from $8.75 12 Big Warm Top Coats in plaids or dark colors, Made with large pockets and finished with doubie stitching. Sizes 9 to 17 years. Also 12 Overcoats of plaid-back wool materials. Side pockets. Sizes 3 to 9 years.. Reduced from $8.75 to $5. 2 Boys’ Suits, $5; Were $9.75 Two-pants Suits of tweeds or wool mixtures. Pleated backs. Sizes 8 to 1S years. Boys® Suits, $4.50; Were $5.95 {ersey Suits in middy or button-on styles with raid trimming. Sizes 3 to 8 years. Girls’ Winter Coats Now $3.50 47 Warm Coats with pleated backs, large pockets and with belts. Sizes 12 to 18 years. All of the same style, which explains the very special price. Dresses, $5; Were $9.75 15 Jersey and Crepe Dresses; sizes 12, 14 and 16 years. Teddy Sets, $2.50; Were $3.95 6 sets of sweater, cap and leggings. Dresses Reduced to ngrench Serge and Jersey Dresses; sizes 7, 8 and years. Tam Sets, $1.95; Were $2.95 Scarfs and tams of brushed wool. DOWN STAIRS STORE Dr. Denton’s Sleeping Garments—Price Lowered According to Sizes, 75¢ to $1.65 Because of slight imperfections that in no way affect their wear, we are able to offer at great price. concessions these warm and comfortable rments for boys and girls. All are fleeced- ined. 'DOWN STAIRS STORE Slip-On Sweaters $1; Were $1.95 10 Sweaters in shades of brown, navy or black. Some are a bit damaged. DOWN STAIRS STORE Velour and Beaver Hats,. $2.95; Were $3.95 to $5 25 Princess Mary and Piping Rock Hats of fine quality velours or beaver cloth. A few Dress Hats of velvets in the group. 25 turbans, pokes and off-the-face shapes of silk velvet or hatter’s plush. Good color choice. DOWN STAIRS STORE Petticoats, *1; Were ¥1.95 20 Heatherbloom Petticoats, in regular and extra sizes. With gathered-on ruffles. Not all lengths in every shade. DOWN BTAIRE STORE Kimonos, 50c; Greatly Reduced 25 Cotton Challis Kimonos, in straightline or breakfast coat styles. Tie belts. Boudoir Caps, 25¢; Were 58¢ 60 Dainty Caps, of lace and ribbon. DOWN STAIRS STORE Hoover Aprons, 75¢ Were *1.50 25 Gingham Aprons, in this well liked style. With pique collars. Tie sashes. : House Dresses, §1 30 Gingham and Percale Dresses, in Billie Burke style. Belt or tie sashes. DOWN STAIRS STORE ————— e Bandeaux, 26¢; 4 for $ 600 at This Extremely Low Price Friday Excellent material bandeaux, well made and well fimnf. Oggmk broche, fine rep or basket weave. All sizes, 32 to 44. E Bandeaux, 88c 60 Satin Stripe Bandeaux, .carefully finished. Sizes 36 to 42. 3 Negligee Girdies, 58¢ 75 R & G make. Of figured broche or elastic. 4 hose supporters, La Gracia Corsets, Special, $1.95 100 new models with triple front boning. Sizes 2 to'28. 5 ; hP. N. Corsets, $1.56 orsets for the average figure. Of f; d broche. Very special. Sizes 52 mg(Zé.e o Eatis DOWN STAIRS STORE Pillowcases, Special 20c each 78 Bleached Pillowcases of good quality muslin with just slight imperfections. Size 42x36. Extra special for tomorrow. Sheets, $1.15; Were $1.35 48 Bleached Seamless Sheets. Double and three- quarter bed sizes. 81x90 and 63x90.. Same are mussed. Percale, 12%4c Yard; Was 18c 200 yards figured percale in neat patterns. inches wide. Longcloth, 10 Yards, $1.55 Re, Iarlé $1.85. Soft finish and just slightly soiled. Easily restored by laundering. Remnants, ; to 74 Less 0dd lengths of ginghams, percales, outing flan- nels, crepe and unbleached muslin. DOWN STAIRS STORB 36 1,500 Women’s Pumps and Oxfords Friday, $1.95 Black Patent Leather Brown or Tan Kid Brown or Tan Calf All New Lasts These are a close-out from a manufacturer of only high-grade footwear and include surpris- ing values. Smart five-eyelet oxfords and strap or plain pumps. Also some low-heel strap pumps for growing girls, Broken size range including 2}% to 8 in the entire lot. DOWN STAIRS STORE «