Evening Star Newspaper, February 16, 1923, Page 9

- Wwith every movement that had to do GEORGE W, OFFUT, LLE MONTH, DS Georgetown Banker and Pro- moter Long Prominent in Affairs of Capital. B GEORGE W. OFFUTT. George W. Offutt, president and one of the original incorporators of the Potomac Savings Bank, Wiscon- sin avenue and M street, and one of Washington's active promoters, died last night at the family residence, 5433 Wisconsin avenue, following an illness of six months. He had been confined to his home for the past|s month. The funeral will be held from the home tomorrow afternoon at £ o'clock. The place of interment has been determined. The pall- bearers will be made up of officials of the Potomac Sav Bank and other business and pro ieorgetown. r. Offutt was closely connected onal men with the ‘upbuilding of ( He was widely known in as born in Montgomery Maryland, February 9, 1833, the son of Thomas oten Offutt and Mary Hill Offutt and a direct desce of William Offutt who hel Toyal patent of Great Fa that estate on which Potomac trict, Mary located William Lu Col. Revolutionary Army fame was one of his ancestors. Came Here as Boy. Mr. Offutt came to Washington when tt of & boy. For thirty years he conducted 2 general grocery business at Wis- consin avenue and M street, supply- ing Virginia and Maryland retail mer- chants with stocks. "When the Poto- mac Savings Bank rganized in 1903, he w. e president. Ten years Mr, ed to the presi dency. It was under the executive management of Mr. Offutt that the bank was developed Into a financial institution of large resources and wide financial influence. Mr. Cltutt was a member of the Washington Board of Trade, George- town Citizens’ i Suburban_Citi; the City Club. o He cant of the Dumbarton A odist Episcopal Church, and a mem- enue Meth- ber of the official board of that church. In 1884 Mr. Offut was mar- ried to Miss Gertrude Virginia Trib- by, & member of a well known family of Winchester, Va. He is survived by his wife and four children, George ‘Warren Offutt, jr.; Thomas Mortmier Offutt, and Mrs. Ida I. Trenis of this city, and Miss Ethyle G. Gantz of Philadelphia, and six grandchildren. SHIP BURNS AT PIER. Converted Steamer Destroyed by Blaze at Hoboken. HOBOKEN, N. J, February 16— The 2,000-ton steamer Sagua of the Atlantic Fruit Line, which was being converted Into an oil-burner at her pier here, was practically destroyed by fire today. The vessel keeled over during the height of the blaze and her smoke- stacks rested on the top of the pier. The vessel was empty and no one was injured. 2% 614 12th St. NN W W 7 72227 N Regardless of origi- nal cost or any thought of profit. 2 2 % Rz, District E compels t but self-supporting when all goe when the wage-earner is stricken. Out of 1,346 families given affected disabilitie th tuberculosis in the t is in this emergency that zens’ Relicf Association renew thi support at this 923 H street northwest, and will b Police Looking For Girl Typist Missing 4 Days Census office officials have appealed to the police to Institute search for Miss Anna M. Pulwitt, typist and peared Tues- ing the office. of the missing typis suffering from nervousness and had spoken of going away. Members of Miss Pulwitt's family Tesiding in Springfield, 1L, are hur- rying here to take up the search. Miss Pulwitt, a former employe of the census bureau, was reinstated about two weeks ago, She roomed at the Baltimore apartments, 1832 Biltmore street, and persons with whom she roomed became alarmed at her failure to return Tuesday night and notified her chief In the census bureau. Miss Pulwitt is thirty-two years o0ld and has blue eyes and brown hafr. e is inclined to be pale, it is stated, brown plush coat with r. It was said at the 8th and Pa. Ave. N. W. Rummage Sale ) b merly Rummage $5.00 - $19.98 - $29.98 - $39.98 50 Wool Dresses In Serge, Poiret Twill Velour. Formerly up to $15.00— $2.00 Gingham House Dre: organdie collars and cuffs N.W. Without Exception! Every Fur Coat Including the very richest values in the house, A MIDWINTER EMERGENCY The present cold wave, taken in connection with the general prevalence of illness, has seriously increased the demands upon the ict Visitors of the Associated Charities. en in normal times sicknes s people to ask for aid. Many families of iimited resources, Charities and Citizens’ Relief Association, 10% of the number were this time of increased financial responsibility. Contributions may be assigned to either society or made to the treasurer of their joint finance committee, MILTON E. AILES, Chairman, st scen her dress was hid- | fit you—you will get a bargain. THE EVENING ss is a predominating cause which s well, quickly become dependent care last year by the Associated family and 64% by other physical the Associated Charities and Citi- eir midwinter appeal for generous ayable oward S. Reeside, e gratefully acknowledged. Joint Finance Committee. INDIAN POLICY DEFENDED. The government's dealings with the Pueblo Indians were defended by Commissioner Charles H. Burke and Assistant Commissioner Edgar B. Meritt of the bureau of Indian af- fairs, vesterday. Appearing before he House com- mittee which is consldering legisla- tion in connection with Pueblo land titles, the two officials denounced what' they termed the “propaganda’ which has been circulated by organi- zations interested in the question. Mr. Meritt said statements that the Indians were starving and that dis- ease was rampant among them was false. The government, he declared, had been exceedingly liberal in its dealings with the Pueblos. The Chastleton Sixteenth and R Streets HOTEL APARTMENTS Handsomely furnished 1-2-3-4 rooms and bath. Weekly or Monthly Rates, Complete service. Excellent Restaurant. Only 100 Winter Coats Left If you can find one to These coats for- sold for $20 to $75. Sale Price $10.00 and sold $2.98 $1.00 sses, with white Y, Z Z 2 N 222 Your unrestricted choice of every FUR N COAT now here at ex- \ .cuy_now ere at ex. :\§ 2 W STAR, WASHIN ROADS TO RUN THIS YEAR WITHOUT U. S. HINDRANCE President and Senator Cummins Decide on Course at Conference. There will be no federal govern- ment interference in the operation of the raflroads of the country during the present year and the carriers will be given an opportunity to work out their own problems. This was made known following a conference at the White House yesterday afternoon between Presi dent Harding and Senator Cummin of Iowa, chairman of the inter: commerce committee of the S and auther of the present transpor. tation act. Senator Cummins assured the ex- ecutive that the railroads are rapidly readjusting the bothersome problem and that the outlook for the fut of the carriers is particula at present. He said aft while it Is agreed that sor s ments must be made to the t tatlon act, there will be p time for this at the next s Congress. He added that after period of normalcy Congress then will [ be in a better position to judge what i8 best in the matter of extending federal supervision. NOTED CATTLE BREEDER DIES | TARV! Scotland, February 16.— William Duthie, world famous breeder of short-horn cattle, is dead of eighty-three. a from the United America and Euroj ended s of his bull calves, which brought enor- mous prices. PROMISES BIG NIGHT. Michael Heister Outlines Program for Civic Clubs’ Gathering. The program at the joint meeting of the civic clubs of the District, to be held at the City Club March 6, was outlined by Michael Heister before members of the Cosmopolitan Club at the Hamilton Hotel yestérday. Mr. Heister is chairman of the joint program committee and prom- ised a “most enjoyable evening” for all who attend. Selection of candidates for office to serve for the ensuing year will be made at a meeting of club the third Thursday in March. Ladies’ night 1 during Easter week. s were awarded and Wooten Young. as introduced as a new George Duc member. Hereafter the club lunch- s will be held at 12:30 o'clock In- d of 1. ‘| Interior Decorating--WallPapering Complete assortment of very latest wall paper. shades. P Consult us first CORNELL WALL PAPER CO. 714 13th N.W. Main 5373-5374 No inconvenience. Eyes Examined Glasses Fitted DR.CLAUDE s.SEMONES Graduate McCormick M ical Eyesight Specialist 409-410 Mtl.lchlennfl‘;ld'. 10th and G Sts. N. Phone Main 721 e TzzzzzzzzzzZzZ7Z7Z72727777 INDOW SHADES | Tl”;' kind of shades that improve the appearances of your home, made in TRIDAY, FEBRUARY TG, 1923. our own work shop, at factory prices. You save the middleman’s profit, and besides are assured of perfect satisfaction. 2% 2% Z ) 30 § 1219-1221 - Silk Hosiery An exceptionally fi i fect; in black, All sizes. gray and tan. $1.69 Pair 3 Pairs for $5.00 AllSilk Full-Fashioned Chiffon Hose Van Raalte qual slight irrcgulars, black, gun metal and beaver. A wonderful special at— $1.69 Pair 3 Pairs for $5.00 Heavy Slip-on Sweaters In white only; sizes 36 to 4. Special, $4.5 T Sport Wear Secti Phone for estimates. Hemstitching, Picot Edging, 10c Yd. Pictorial Review Patterns— Spring Fashion Book, 25¢ BrET G Street Store Hours, 9 to 6 Hosiery Specials for Saturday Full Fashioned Ladies’ quality, with garter tops; every pair guaranteed per- cordovan, Hosiery Section—Main Floor Sweater Specials in all sizes; a regular $8.50 value. Special for tomorrow at— #1 5 New Lot of Sports Skirts! N\ - ne Humming Bird Silk Hosiery The new spring shades are here—gun metal, gray, cordovan, beaver and silver; gua anteed to wear or a new pair free. ! Brushed Wool Coat a4 Sweaters In tan, gray, navy, henna, brown; New Spring Mohair Slip-On Sweaters In all the new colors; sizes 36 to 44. Special, $3.5 on—Main Floor “TIGER” NURSES ARTIST. Clemenceau Helps Claude Monet Recover From Operation. PARIS, February 16—Claude Monet, the famous painter, who was success- fully operated upon for cataract at his home in Normandy, is convalesc- ing with the aid of the witticlsms of Georges Clemenaceau, his lifelong friend. The former premier went to the artist'’s home at Giverney espe- cially to keep him company. Hear Those Do-re-mi Deauvillains From Deawvills, France The Original Peacock Orchestra Saturday Noon, Here February 17th First Conesrt, 12:30-1:30 Rspeat Concert,1:40-2:40 No Cover 55c Luncheon Many will be unable to get tables for either concert by these mad melodis Make reservations! Llama Cloth Twillcords Mundane All srmgton fi@fifi%&% For the Spring Wear of Misses and Girls HLE most delightful Susts, Wraps, Dresse: Hats, Skirts and Sweaters arrive daily. Many of the models have charming touches that have come to us from Foreign Lands, VERYTHING here is made to our order, which allows you to choose Sports, School, Strect or Dress Apparel that is entirely unusual. E shall be glad to show you these mod- els any time you call. You will find es- pecially interesting the Very Smart Lines at Moderate Prices. Many Remarkable Values in our remaining winter goods at Unusual Reductions. Fllreet Comer Thirfeenih We*ve planned for Saturday adominating display of Also these Coats & Capes «325 In Dress models—Sports designs and Wrappy Capes— Smartly tailored—or with effective touches of embroidery and tassels—full lined with silk. They are offered at $25 just because we insist upon it—to your saving, bilipsbor 608 to 614 ELEVENTH ST, NGW FI’OCl(S «315 They give expression to the latest modes designed for spring!—for street or afternoon occa- sions. And at $15 they emphasize the Philips- born sening policy— Canton Crepe Taffeta Roshanara Pojret Twill Crepe de Chine Georgette ——popular materials that have been wonderfully moulded in master hands—and trimmed with ex- quisite taste. o sy s A Overplaids Plain Polaire Camelair Final Clearance of Winter Coats others are plaited models in new small checked designs of l‘:lack and white, and brown and tan. Sizes 24 to 32 waist. Sport Wear Section—Main Floor Gym Bloomers, $1.50 Made of fine quality fast black sateen, full plaited with elastic cuffed bottoms; sizes 22 to 34, waist measures. - Sport Wear Section—Main Floor Flannel Middies, $3.50 Made of all-wool navy flannel; with white braid on collar and cuffs; sizes 14 to 22. A real value at this special price. Fur trimmed—sizes 14 to 38— at just about half price! 13 Coats Now $72.50 23 Coats Now $62.50 12 Coats Now $42.50 14 Coats Now $16.50 A new shipment, with new designs and new patterns. Plain' tans, 'some with large overplaids; § .95 15 Price Don’t hesitate a second! Every FUR COAT in the house is abso- lutely going! The most astonish- $1 a Week As pay ing sale of stunning, rich, luxurious EASY TERMS seleot. garments you’ve seen for many a day. Step lively—even quicker than that won’t be too soon, because the cream e e P of the stock will go first. EEEEJEE:m::—:m:—ElEEEEEEEEEEBEEEEEHEEEEEEEEE o/—— |o|——]al—— 0] —m|0|—ma|0]—|0| — 0] 03 |0 |[—ma]8] 0| |0 = | 0| | 0] e B e |0 e D 2 | B —] |——]ojc——=lalc——=o]l——la]l——]o]c—=]o]——] \