Evening Star Newspaper, March 21, 1923, Page 15

AT ONGARLEALS | TOHEAVYTAKSUT ‘Internal Revenue Agent Over- i heard Details of Enormous Financial Deal. \ 'By the Associated Press. fact, the invested capital of the com- pany was the sum of $359,683.21. Government's Computation. The government's computation of the tax due, as given in the com- plaint, states the corporation’s taxa- ble profits for 1917 was $1,498,633.03,’ and its invested capital $359,683.21. The total excess profits tax. as fig- ured by the government, is $856,- 918.34, and the income tax $38,502.88, making the total tax $895421. To this there has been added for the corporation’s failure properly to return its income a penalty of 100 per cent, which, under the laws, is collectible in the same manner as the original tax, thus making the total amount sued for $1,790,842.44. Mr. House declared today that the defendants in the case are scattered in twenty-four states, some of them residing in California and Washing- ton, others in Texas, Louisiana and THE EVENING Women’s “Radmoor” Mercerized Hose —Full fashioned, high spliced heels, double toes and soles, deep elastic garter hems. In black, seal brown Co $1.00 eet Floor. Telephone Main 7200 STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C., WEDNESDAY, MARCH . 21, 1923. Easter Novelties and Toys—Fourth Floor. S. KANN SONSs Co. “THE BUSY CORNER” Penna. Ave., 8th & D Streets Women’s Silk and Fiber Knitted Ribbed Vests —Bodice style, satin ribbon shoul- der straps, band finish. Flesh color. —Speci each .. Kann's—Street Floor. NEW YORK, March 21.—A casual conversation between passengers in & western Pullman car a year ago, which was overheard by a federal revenue agent, led to an investigation which has resulted in the filing in the federal district court of an equity in- come and excess profits tax suit for . with Interest, from 450 individuals and corporations in the | Mich.; CI United States and Canada. - The defendants were stockholders in the Warren Re: and Develop- ment Company of Arizona, which, As- sistant Federal Attorney House said today, was sold in April, 1 for $2.- | 202,000. nment claimed the Arizona copper quired for a little nd that the com- Canada. Among them are Thomas William E. C Wil Slenderizing and Becing Easter Attire For the Woman Who Wears Extra Sizes —NMany of our smartly dressed patrons have expressed their satisfaction over the care and thoughtfulness we give to this particular contingent of our trade. : —All the following lines of apparel for the large woman have been given Skirts particular attention: Suits Dresses PERPETUAL ‘ BUILDING ASSOCIATION Pays 6 Per Cent on shares maturing in 45 Coats Blouses ylish Stout Suits —livery line, every bit of embellishment, has been given care- ful consideration to bring out the very best points conducive to the .stylish silhouette. 00,0 pany’s 19 < return failed properly to show the profit resulting from the sale. Overheard on Pullman. ¢ of the alleged tax ey decla ent of the hy —Smart Three-piece Suits are shown in the new blouse and box coat models, in fine twill cord, with bodice of crepe de chine, and coat lining of brocaded satin or crede de chine. The colors are sand, navy and black. Sizes 42%4 to 50." At— or 83 months. It $85.00 al‘ld $95.00 Pays 4 Per Cent —Handsomely Embroidered Suits, of twill cord and tricotine. on shares withdrawn be- At— $59.75, $69.75 and $75.00 fore maturity. Assets More Than —Plain Tailored Suits, with notch or roll collars, made of twill cords and tricotines. At— $8,500,000 $39.75, $45.00, $49.75, $65.00 and $75.00 Surplus More Than $850,000 Corner 11th and E Sts. N.W. JAMES B JOSHUA W. CARR, ternal revenue serv the course of a convers: western Pullman car, tails of the sale of the For Your FEaster Hat —Is a small sum to pay, and you will be doubly impressed with the quu'ty and smart style you can secure at this low price here. Hair Hats . Washington, Ng ies, and culminat- f a_suit against w York and the nd in liquidation | . the stock- Thomas F. other trustees for Tagal Braids Timbo Braids Venetian Milans Taffetas Combined with Straw Silk Visca Braids Milan and Silk Combined Company, Chrysanthemum Braids of the colle porations The Wa —The colors are sua\flserry. almond green, Copenhagen, navy, gray, brown. oak, red, mountuin haze, black and white combinations; trimmed with ribbon, flowers, wreaths, ornaments, imitation vulture and fancy quills. —'}I;he shapes are off-the-face, pokes, mushrooms, roll brims, short-back, turbans, flares, roll-back and others. Kann's—Second Floor. y and Develop- according to the gov- nt, was incorporat- d in 1917 ties the proceeds | mong the stock- Smart Stout Frocks Made in the very latest, up-to-the-minute modes. ~Dresses of the popular materials of the hour, which are designed to produce the new straight silhouette. President were distributed Secretary Nolders. Suit Agninst Stockholders. The government's suit is brought/| against the stockholders on the theory that the amounts received b: were trust funds which the or e Wee Tots’ Easter Wear —These items specially priced tomorrow (our regular children’s day). —An opportunity for mothers to buy the things that they have planned for their children, and at good savings. —Infants' Fine Slips, handmade; lace at ngck axind sleeves. Special tomorrow at.... 51 .00 —Small Tots’ Fine Voile Dresses, in pink, blue, yellow and peach. Made with ki- mono_sleeves; embroidered at neck and skirt. In two styles. At $l -95 —Infants’ White Crepela Coats, silk lined throughout and with hand- $8.95 embroidered cape. At ....... —Children’s Fiber Silk Sweaters, in rose, blue and tan. Sizes to 8 years. $5.00 value. Special tomorrow at.... Costume Slips of Sateen and Silk —There are so many straight- line frocks that the Princess Slip has become very popu- lar. —Canton Crepes —Printed Crepes —Satin Crepes —Crepe de Chine . rding Warren Comps include the profits re sale of its propertic come, - tax retur © that v ed entirely to iting from the in its 1917 in- filed by the r set forth a and claimed —These are shown in the popular pleated panel and new draped skirt styles. Most of the features that lend smart- ness to the gown in regular size are noted on these extra size models. There are the new neck lines, the new flowing ,\I;e\'cs and a number of models show the new open shoulder effect. "'oll Are Invited to See “The Story of the V-Type 8-Cylinder Motor” A film mnde by the Depart- ment of Commerce at the Cadillac Motor Company’s plant, Detroit, Michigan. 8115 and 9 o’Clock Eveninga This Week, Also the cut-open Cadillac chassis, showing every working part. —Sateen Slips, in black, navy and brown self straps over shoul- —Many of the dark-colored frocks are combined with Pais- ders. At ley silk, the colors are gray, tan, black and navy, also the fashionable printed effects. Sizes 4214 to 50%;. Prices Range, $29.75 to $49.75 Nainsook beading ed that the re- orporation was s n that the com- pany wr unlawfully re- ported the net income for | | the s endar year of 1917 a de- ficit 1, ‘whereas, in truth, £ the company for —Sateen Slips, of an unusually good quality of sateen, made with self straps, plain hems, shirred or gathered at waist under the a]rm;. colors are blac ravyandbrown At $2.50 —Radium _ Silk Slips, orna- mented with cluster tucks, in front. Straightline style, with 20-inch facing, in white, flesh, navy and black. Another style is a radium silk in flesh color, lace trimmed, with ribbon shoulder straps, in orchid, peach, flesh and white. Others are of satin, with 20- inch hem, and self straps, in vine mo.one $5.95 Kann's—Second Floor. Easter Ribbons A-Flutter —Anticipating the many different uses that will be found for them in completing the Easter costume, for hat trimmings, for sashes, for fin- ishing off the new side tie suits, coats, frocks or blouses and for children’s hair ribbons. Bt > sum of $1.498,633.03 The complaint further charged that in that no reported by The Washington Cadillac Company . 11381110 Consectcat ve Extra Size Coats —Coats also built on slenderizing lines, suitable for sports and utility . These are in sizes from 42 to 52%, and arg very attractively made. —\We are showing in these sizes sport models in light tan coat- ings, and in dark shades, also all-wool mixtures and tweeds. They are made in belted and loose swagger styles. Some have pleated and corded back, half and full length silk lined, and priced from— $19.90 to 535-00 Extra Size Blouses —A wonderiul line of High Quality Blouses, in the extra sizes, are ready for your Easter needs. Materials, colors, styles, will be recognized as made along the lines of the smartest regular sizes, only cut to give the greatest becomingness to the large woman. MATERIALS —Children’s Princess Slips, finished with lace 79c or embroidery. Spe- cial at.. —Childre: Tailored Hats, in navy, tan, gold and brown, with Paisley bands. At 3 52.95 Kann's—Second Floor. MADE IN ITALY We Want a Dealer in Washington The charm of Fiat cars will capture the enthusidsm of socicty in the Nation’s capital as it has in the Nation’s metropolis. ‘But. the representatives of foreign governments now domiciled in Washington furnish an immediate clientele, whose members have learned in Europe and in South America to think most highly of Fiat. Here is a custom-made opportunity for a car dealer who is properly organized to do a high-grade business. The Sedan de Luxe is $2700 plus tax ‘The Torpedo de Luxe is $2150 plus tax We are ready to negotiate at once FIRT Factory Branch 150 WEST §7TH STREET New Yorxk Crry Bulgarian, Persian and Other Designs Decorate the New Voiles COLORS STYLES Tricosham Gray Slip-over Roshanara Crepe Bisque Hij Canton Crepe Navy Jacquette Paisley Square and round Oriental neck Wrap-around Sash Tie —Many shown in the new Egyptian and other printed designs. Sizes are 4214, 4434, 464, also 48, 50 and 52. At— $12.95, $16.95 and $19.95 An Easter Blouse Special For the Large Woman at. $9.95 —Materials are georgette and crepe de chine. & Crepe de Chine —The kinds include plisse, taffeta, moire and lustrous satin. —The colors are rich and lovely in their artistic combinations. Many of these voiles will be used in making blouses for the new summer suits of ratine, linen or other materials. —The colors are mountain haze, beige, almond green, gold, navy, brown, cherry red and black. —The widths are from 5 to 7 inches. —A great variety to select from. At, a yard— —There are also many new patterns in dainty, small figure effects, in white and other col- ors on dark or medium grounds. All are 38 inches wide. Kann’s—Street Floor. —Women's 16 = button - length Imported Lambskin Gloves, overseam sewn and self- - stitched backs. In white with $3 75 . full cut arms. Pair Kann's—Second Floor. Kann’s—Street Floor. Caster Novelties FOR the children’s party, for dinner favors or as gifts— dainty, artistic little novelties of candy, gaily decorated in colors, all of them expressing the spirit of Easter. Huyler'’s has long made a specialty of Easter favors, but this year a greater variety of attractive designs than ever before have been prepared for you to choose from. Ask to see them the next time you are in Huyler’s. : Beautiful New Scarfs : Are Now Seen in Fiber Silk—Tricolette—Silk and Wool —Some of the most attractive are in all-over Paisley de- signs. Others are particularly effective with only their Paisley borders. —Fiber Silk Scarfs are in black, tan, navy blue, brown and gray. At.... $2-25 tO $5.50 —Fiber Silk and Wool $4.50 and $5‘75 Scarfs are priced.... ~—Pure Silk Scarfs in many beautiful combinations are priced $10.00 and $15.00 . e Kann’s—Street Floor. ble. steel frames. Complete 5 . wide. with all hardware. 30, 36, 42 8 1 3695 : & e o 00 Ready-Made 200 High-Grade Ready- Window or Door Made Window or Khaki Color - Door Awnings, g Each, $3.49 % Awnings, Each, $2.67 —Made of John Boyle's Sicil- , —Haye non-rustable galvan- jan stripe, No. 550 pattern, 36 ized frames. Regulation heavy- ft. to frame, with 12-inch scal- weight duck, 36 ft. to frame, with 12-inch scalloped valance. let ith lfi‘z;dre:‘ l'l":f‘m,cs%',"'ize :n;"w Complete with fixtures. 30, 36, inch widths. 42 and 48 inches wide. —To match the awnings. Made of good heavy-weight duck. Complete with heavy poles along the bottom and grommets at top. Guaranteed perfect quality. —Specially priced, according to size and quality. —The styles are slip-over, tie-back and waistline. i —The colors are tan, navy, white and flesh. Kann's—Street Floor. ‘ —Some are embroidered, others beaded. Have round or square . necks. Some have collars. g A ecves are in three-quarters and long styles. —Sizes 42%; to 46% and from 48 to 52. G l ~ E i ; ov (4] ter Wear : gl Extra Size Separate Skirts ¢ eés f r as —PI d and tailored models, made of the new striped eponges and prunellas, in light and dark . : comgailx‘lgli:r:‘s, ?r‘hocrrec are also dark gray worsteds, tricotines, serges and Poiret tvflils. in n:;y —Women's Two-clasp lmWftfl_l. Glace and black. They are made with deep box pleats, and are cut especially full for the large figure. Gloves, overseam sewn and Paris point Sizes to 42-inch waist measure. At— stitched backs. In black, $9.90, $10.95 and $IZ.95 i tan, gray and beaver shades. $2 25 — - Pair sesececcasccncns . . 3 Buy Awni d Porch Shades T ) uy Awnings an orc aaes 1omorrow 400 ])mp or i’omh —We make it an object for you to do so in the special prices created to induce early buying. Curtains A Deposit Reserves Any Selection for Future Delivery 400 Star Porch Shades g —Sold exclusively by us in Washington. Made of wide basswood slats, in green and brown. Painted in fast oil col- ors. Complete with ropes and fixtures. Also anchoring device to keep shade from flapping in stormy weather. 3x68 ft. 4x6.8 5x6.8 6x6.8 400 Window or Door Awnings, each, $1.44 —Made of good weight blue and white and tan and white i Domino Veiling Is a Fashion Favorite John Boyle's Sicilian Stri —and"it is here in especially large assortments in both combina- pe tions and plain colors, including Columbia blue on taupe, brown 4 ft. wide. and tan, almond on taupe and Paisley *on black, also all-black. 5 ft. wide, Ay 6 ft. wide. : $l.00 to $l.75» 8 ft. wide. [ 10 ft. wide. Kann’s—Street Floor. 12th and F Sts. 15th and G Sts. 1784 Columbia Road Easer Novelties Candy Eggs Kann's—Third Floor.