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These fragrant emollients are all you need for all toilet purposes, Soap tocleanse, Ointment to soothe, and heal, Talcum to powder and sweeten. R TN ) R R R A LARLAE B A N CIRr oD pw e moal » nars, Boap 3. Qlntmen T . Addrens: “Cxtls Tabder- et S e 5o Falcom: ry our caw e Stick. | SCOUTS TOHONO -~ WILSONTONIGHT Fourteenth Anniversary of Fou.nding Also to Be Observ- ed at Central High School. The celebration of the fourteenth anniversary of the founding of the Boy Scout movement will take place jat Central High School tonight and will be at' the same time a me- morial service in honor of the late President Wilson, who was honorary head of the Boy Scouts of America during the world war. At 8:15 the Washington scouts will Jjoin with 500,000 other scouts through- out the country and 125,000 men who serve as scoutmasters and leaders, in commemoration of the founding of the movement. Scouts Alded in War. Urider Woodrow Wilson the boy- power of the nation as represented in scouting was mobilized for various services, such as assistance in liberty loan drives, sale of war savings stamps, collection of material for gas masks, spotting of walnut trees for airplane propeilers, distribution of literature of the different war or- ganizations, etc. Thousands of older saouts and scout officials answered the call of the war President and saw service overseas. L. A. Snead, president of the Wash- Ington Council, will preside at the meoting. Willlam Mather Lewls, pres- ident of George Washington Uni- versity, will be the chief speaker. Brilef greetings will be glven the scouts by Colin H. Livingstone, pres! dent of the National Council, and by Barry Mohun, scout commissioner for ‘Washington. Colors to Be Mansed. An event of interest will be the massing of the colors, when the Amer- ican flag of each troop will be brought to the platform., and all the scouts assembled will renew their pledge of alleglance. The Drum and Bugle Corps of Troop 49 will furnish music, and Willlam R. Schumacker will lead the songs. An eagle badge will be awarded to Scout Clyde Sargent of Troop 57 and eight- een men will receive certifitates for completion of work in the recent scoutmaster's training .class, F.W. VON DA.C_HENHAUSEN IS CLAIMED BY DEATH Frederick W, von Dachenhausen, fifty-eight years old, a member of the geological survey and a resident of this city 8ince childhood, died at his residence, 1920 Calvert street north- west, yesterday. Funeral services will be held at the (residence tomorrow afternoon at o'clock. Rev. Dr. J. J. Dimon, pastor of the St. Andrew's Epizcopal Church, will officlate. Burial will bs .private. Mr. von Dachenhausen was born Louisville, Ky. February 22, 1865 He was the son of Adolphus von Dachenhausen and Mrs. Margaret Elizabeth Hunter von Dachenhausen. His parents came to this city shortly after his birth. . He was associated with the geological survey for the last thirty- nine years and was a member of the Loyal Legion. His widow, who, before her marfriage, was Miss Mabel King of this city, is former regent of the Marcia Burns Chapter, D. A. R, of Washington, D. C. Besides his widow Mr. von Dachen- hausen is survived by a son, Frederick W., jr., and two brothers, George A. of this“eity amd Alexander of Butte, Mon Good-Bye to Overcoats Farewell prices on all remaining: overcoats—and they’ll look just as good, as far as styles go, next win- ter. The savings are so great that you can afford to anticipate your next winter needs, as well as imme- diate necessity. You'll save nearly half the regular price—and that’s real economy. Every Overcoat in. Qur ‘Stock to go at : Conservative: and young men’s models; plaid backs in.all"the popular shades that are correct and smart. Beltéd and semi-belted styles; in fact, we have your particular Gst{l:. Come early, before some other fellow gets . 90T SLNW. “We_Request_the Return of Anything That Can Be Bought for Less Elsewhere” ‘.. j WILSON’S INSURANCE IN ONE FIRM $20,000 | War President Took $10,000 Pol- icy at Thirty-Seven, While Professor at Princeton. By the Associated Press, NEW YORK, February 8.—Life in- surance of $20,000 was carfied by Wood- row Wilson in one New York company, it was learned yesterday. The former President took out two $10,000 policies, one at the age of thirty-seven, when a professor at Princeton University, and the other {n 1899, six years later, his occupation at that time belng given as lawyer and lecturer. Mr. Wilson once said & man who did not provide for his children and de- pendents had not “opened his eyes to any adequate conception of human life.” {D. A.R. PAYS TRIBUTE TO WILSON MEMORY Departed Members of Society Also Honored—525 Accepted for Membership. The memorics of Woodrow Wilson and departed members of the Na- tional Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, were honored at a meeting of the national board of the organization yvesterday in Memorial Continental Hall. Applications ' of 525 women for membership were favorably acted upon, making a total of 3,778 new members accepted since the last quarterly meeting {n October. * The board took steps to correct published reports in New Jersey re- lating to the afiliation of the Na- tional Soclety, Daughters of the American Revolution, with other patriotic societies. It was explained that under the congressional charter it _is tmpossible for the D. A. R. to affiliate with any organization of any character. Sl oty . o When a winter cold snap arrives the home-maker is faced with & num- ber of special problems. One of these is how to dry the more delicate pleces in the week’'s washing. If they are hung out of doors on the clothes line there is a good chance that be- fore they dry they will freeze and {tear. An electric fan has been found to solve the problem. WILSON LEADERSHIP EXTOLLED BY HUGHES Left “Imperishable Fame,” Secretary Says, in Address at Pan-American Union. The leadership of Woodrow Wilson in the cause of peace and his labors in connection with the relations be- tween nations of the western hemi- sphere were extolled by ‘Secretary of State Hughes yecterday in an address as chairman, at the mont¥%ly meeting of the governing board, Pan-Ameri- can Union. The Seeretary expressed the appreciation of the United States government ¢f the condolences ex- tended on bshalf of thé Latin Amerf- can republics on the death of the for- mer President. “He has left an imperishable fame,” Secretary Hughes said. “His leader- ship can never be forgotten by our people or other peoples in whose be- half he wrought in the cause of peace. I am sure that all Latin America fully recognizes the great worth of his la- bors in connection with the relations between the republics of this hemi- sphere.” On motion of Ambassador de Alen- car of Brasil, the board adopted a resolution expressing thelr sense of loss at the death of Mr. Wilson and directing that the expression of sym- pathy be forwarded to Mrs, Wilson. PLAN FOR AMPHITHEATER. Operations Begun on Construction in Anacostia Park. Active operations are under way for the construction of a large natural amphitheater in Anacostia Park, on the east bank of the river between the Anacostia and Pennsylvania ave- nue bridges. Grading has been started; and it iy planned to have the area cleared for base ball, foot ball and other field sports during the coming season. About sixty-flve acres of the river park have been set aside for athletic sports and a general playground. The amphitheater, as planned. will_have a seating capacity of 10,000. The work is being done under the directlon of Gen. Be chief of Army engineers. It was originally estimated that the proposed recreation park will cost $100,000. Congress already has ap- propriated $50,000 toward the project. 1 microgram of Radium costs eight cents. A few micrograms will re. lieve the most obstinate case of head cold or nasal catarrh. Radium Compound makes you welcome where you may have been unwelcome—but didn’t know it. It ends —sickening odors of the nasal tract —foul catarrhal breath —nose and throat congestion | | ’ O’Donnell’s Drue Stores K —dangerous infections of the nose. e Use it daily for the sake of those around you. Peoples Drug Stores Real Bargains —and Spring Arrivals! A double event of double interest, at— And, added, the sale of many stylish IRST showing of new Spring $5.95 “Hahn Special”. Shoes for women. $8.50 to $12.50 Shoes reduced to $5.95. afford to stay away Boys' Rubber Sole ' Sports Oxford for “res- Creased vamp and long-wearing ular fellows." tan Eric calf uppers— 24 to 6, $5.50 Two reasons why you simply can’t tomorrow. Girls’ Smart Black Suede or Patent Leather Party Slippers— 8% to 11, $4 to $5 1% to 2, $5 to $6 Sale Children’s High Shoes $2.45 Shortines in Misses’ and Child’s good-wear- ing brown laced boots at a great saving. Sizes 9to 11 and 12% to 1.%. At 7th St. and Pa. Ave. Stores Only , “City Club Shop” ‘“‘{310 G St v PLAN WILSON SERVICE. Spanish War Veterans to Sound Taps and Hold Silent Prayer. The memory of Woodrow Wilson will be honored tonight with the sounding of taps and a silent prayer at a meeting of the Gen. Nelson A. Miles_Camp, No. 1, United Spanish War Veterans. The meeting will be held at 8 o'clock, at 419 7th street northwest. General orders communicated from the department commander, James J. Murphy, through Harry B. Coulter, adjutant, calls_attention of the vari- ous camps to Mr. Wilson’s death and ordered all camp colors and charters to be draped in mourning. for thirty ays. TWO PUT ON PROBATION. Pleas of Guilty Made in Thefts of Jewelry and Ring. Eenjamin G. Gardner, who pleaded guilty to a charge of false pretenses by which he obtained a quantity of jewelry, was sentenced today by Justice Hoehling to serve two years in the penitentlary. On his plea of first offense the court suspended the sentenco and placed him on probation. Adolph Jaffe, who admitted stealing a ring, valued at 3250, was given one year at Occoquen and placed on probation. —_— A Turk is free to divorce his wife whenever he chooses, with or without cause, but nof without a substantial sum of money. This provis hich the law very strictly enforces, -acts a wholesome check on divorce. MOTOR OIL Is the one Motor Oil you can depend upon to give INSTANT and THOR- lubrication to ALL parts of your motor at all times in the coldest OUGH weather. Buy Re:;oline by the Can Sherwood Bros., Inc. T. F. Mattingley, Dist. Sales Agent. Phone, Potomac 2037 Walking in beauty! New Spring $10 Shoes Gay Spring styles and colors make a visit here these days a thrilling rendezvous with Fashion. The “Pekin” $10 Brown Suede, Black Suede, Pat- ent Leather, Satin or Gunmetal. Girls’ New Sports Ox- kord of extra quality black or tan Eric calf leather. An arresting value at— 8% to 11, $4 1% to 2, 5 Spring Hosiery These women’s full- fashioned thread silk— also chiffon—stockings are the best values we’ve ever offered for the money. spring shades. Cor 7th & K Sts. 414 9th. St. 1914-16 Pa. Ave.. - 233 Pa. Ave. S.E. satisty every “junior” woman’'s craving for “style.” Smart shield “tip. dium toe— THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1924.- ALUMNI PLAN SHOW. & Buziness High Graduates Event to ‘. 5 Last Three Days. \ Plans for the third snnual vaude- l' ville show and dance of the Business | High School Alumni Assoclation were ' outlined to the student body and faculty of the school at an assembly 'l yesterday by Alfred A. McGarragh ind John A Rellley. “The aftair will {8 last three days, starting on February 31 and continuing through February | Announcement was made that re- served seats would go on sale Mon- day. A basket ball game betwe picked alumni team and the school night. Some of these modern novelists not only writes about triangles, but com- mit_them. Burchell’s Incomparable Bouquet Coffee May still be bought for 25¢ Per Pound N. W. BURCHELL, 817-19 Fourteenth St. N.W. The “Ning-Po” $10 Airedag or gray suede. ray or brown alligator grain " or patent leather. New Dress Pumps that Patent leather. Me- 2% to 7, $750 Beautiful $1.95 All new T PALAISROYAL B 11th and G Sts.—Est. 1877—A. Lisner, President Important Saturday Sale of ers. 5- brightly Saturday size, polished. Special, $L35 Utility Bak- ers, complete with covers. Triple-coat- ed white enameled ‘ware. 6-quart size. Saturday Special, @0c Metal Waste Paper Baskets, Choice of two styles, in_desirable colors. Saturday Special, $5.00 vegetable dish. $3.00 Solid Mahog- any Boudeir Lamps, complete with 8-inch silk .shades, in as- sorted shapes and colors. Saturday Special, N ngllh Square style as illustrated. Saturday Special— $1.39 $1.25 Mother Goose | Self-Wringing Mop constructed simp 1 and strongly; metal parts all galvanized steel, which is rust- proof. Saturday Spe- 93¢ Oval Foot Tubs, white japanned fin- ish; good size; heavy quality. Saturday Special— 69¢c £2.00 Mounted Cax- weroles, brass nickel- plated, complete with brown and e earthen linefs. urday Speciaf, 1.69 81.85 Skirt Bourds, 5-foot si seasoned pieces only. day Special, $1.89 Triple-conted White Enameled Combinets, complete with covers and bail handles. Saturday %125 $9.50 Floor Lamps, Mahogany _ finished. Hand rubbed and polished. 53 inches tall, wired for 2. lights, complete with cord and plug. Sate urday Special, Se Rolls of Toilet Praer, 4-ounce rolls; good quality crepe. Suturday Special, 10 Rolls, 25¢ /250 Ball-bearing Roller Skates, “Union Hardware” make; ex- | tension style, Sat- urday Special— Pcreolators, brig] polished; panele style as illustrated. Saturday Speclal— 9¢ =igss: China and Housewares $1.00 Size Alumi- num Double Roasters, brightly polished. Ideal for light house- keeping. Saturday Special, e [ £1.05 White Enam- cled Oval Dish Pans. Triple coated. Ideal slze for small sinks. Satarday Special, .40 Cylinder Style Bread or Cake Boxes. ‘White japanned fin- ish. Style as illus- trated. ‘Saturday %119 Luncheon Sets; Saturday Special, $3.77 American semi-porcelain; thin quality, with attractive Blue Bird design, blue-line edges and traced handles. consists of 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 large size plates, 6 bread- and-butter plates, 6 sauce dishes, 1 platter and 1 open Set $2.50 Metal Boudetr Lamps, in ivory, polychrome and bronze finishes, com- plete with metal shades interlined with silk in assorted colors. 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