Evening Star Newspaper, December 15, 1924, Page 22

DILCHEFS LAUNCH FGHTONHEHTAX :See Steady Trend by States to Assess Levy as Menace to Industry. i By Consolidated Press. FORT .WORTH, December 15 result of the informal con held here during the mesting of the American Petroleum Institute, the oil producers and distributors of the country have decided to make an ag- gressive fight against a further in- crea ‘tate taxes on gasoll Some States already are ass tax of 3 cents a gallon, and a these are proposing to ralse it to 4. The tax burden is being borne with- out any great complaint at the pres- ent moment, hecause of the low price 2 but the moment the cost uel begins to mount, as the Ay it must within the next there is certain to be a vy, and the oil companies y will be heavily assailed Therefore, while they do not ha stand the tax which is always passed on to the consumer, they feel the in- dustry owes it to the motoring puplic to do 4 can to keep the tax within is a tendengy in virtually all to look to a gasoline levy < of raising additional reve- nue. Judge Amos L. Beaty. head of the Texas Company, frankly discussed the £ uation with his fellow oil exec- utiv. s Trend Toward High Tax. arly all of the States now im- pose a tax of some amount on each gallon of, tendency is pronounced and continu- 1e States that are lower than soline sold.” he said “The | Booing of Crowds &@3&3 Rouses Anger of - Premier of France Herriot Feels Enemies Organizing Unfair Attacks. By the Assoclated Press. ; PARIS, December 15.—Premier Herriot, who, like most political leaders, is not disdainful of appre- ciation, was exceedingly annoyed by recent demonstrations against him at St. Die, Epinal, Roubaix and even at the solemn Sorbonne ceremony in honor of Peruvian independence. Hig political adversaries, who often have mentioned the premier's apparent joy in applause, are exploiting these manifestations much to the disgust of government supporters. M. Bergery, the premlier's princi- pal collaborator, recently took notice of these incidents at a conference with foreign mewspaper men. “Unfortunate he said, “there has not been invented any machinery for applause to counteract the great volume of sound made by the op- position use of whistles.” Whistling in France is equivalent to hissing and-arouses bitter indigna- tion in the person hissed. This boo- ing, hissing and cat-calling at the premicr's appearance in the regular Sund: provincial ceremonies reached suci point that the government arranged & most imposing show of force at Roubaix last Sunday. M. Bergery in his discussion of this rowdyism explained that as a mass of people lined the streets the hos- tile elements were able walk abreast the premier’s carriage, hoot- him and thereby slving the im- ion that there was unfriendli- < toward him all along the line march. The police. however, ar- about 20 and demounted orces finally dispersed the whistlers and booers. Another form of adverse expres- THE EVENI RBOOOG G H S ¥ In the Holiday Mood—T his Astounding Sale of New Dresses 515 Astounding in the variety of styles it offers, the excellence of materials ) and. workmanship, the unusually low There are many, many styles in many, many different materials— every one suitable for holiday wear. AR A A A R R A T A A A R A A In the MEN’S STORE—the Center of Gift Attraction, Are These Imported ' English Broadcloth Shirts L} —White, Tan, Gray and Blue Neckband Styles All men expect shirts, and most men hope they are going to be of just the character of these hand- somely woven genuine Imported English Broadcloths. Beaded Ribbon Fluting Embroidery Tucking Rhinestones Applique Touches of Fur Metal Laces Ostrich Bands Braiding sion was at the Sorbonne this week, not obtain its proportion of revenuc|iwhere Gen. Mangin, who 18 mot usu- compared with other States. What|gally classed as a popular idol, was will be the situation when production | given tremendous cheers, overshad- declines and is less than potential | owing the premier's greeting. The consumption? Prices will advance.|disapproval even spread to the They will advance, and these taxes|movie houses where M. Herriot's pic- will apply nevertheless and be ture is frequently shown in current on to the consumers. They will belevents films. just that much added to a price already considered high for a uct that must be had. The tax; not so objectionable when the 1s low, and in most States they &n important purpose. But RAILROAD INCREASES ROLLING STOCK OF LINES prices go high, without the tax may be found necessary to revis rates downward. What the traffic| Missouri Pacific Adds Locemotives can stand now it may not stand then. It is always difficult to reduce ta and Cars Valued at and we may see the time when t} taxes will oppress consumers on the one hand and cut into our sales on | By the Associated Press. the other. That will be bad for the o December 15.—The Mis- industry, bad for the public and bad ¢ Sy hich [eHCouED for the State.” nt acquisition of control in the Golng After Frauds. coast lines and the Internationa] The oil men of the country are go- | ¢ J;:z:;dmfi?i;&;;“:‘: e Ing to try to protect the public In| .- [y States, last night announced another respect—that of ridding the tho surchase ot/ 50 additional Tocos industry of fake lnl! flashy promoters. ".””I'“* 3,000 freight cars and 10! This is one case in ‘\\hl(‘h the booses at an aggregate Cost of ation of the Government e i hington isidesised The new orders make a total of There are no actual statistics| JThe new orders m e ince September 1, and 6,000 freight ince July 1, in the railroad's program of keeping equipment and ervice on a parity with the growing 18 just one in several hundred. volume of business, which so far has here geologists have survey made 19 the record year in the ]d and reported conditions favor- |G 1 O e program also le, chances are enhanced to onlY|calis for purchase within a short time out one 1 fifty—certainly not more|of 40 all-steel passenger cars and than one in twenty. The best advice|1000 fifty-ton coal cars. glven to a public that is lured so to invest in oil ventures which | © understood, is to buy stock —_— Dresses slightly draped, with tunic, tight bodices, ensemble effects and lowered waistlines. = In crepe satin, flat crepe; crepe faille, georgette, chif- fon, rich velvet, metal lace, charmeen and Poiret twill:. New high and street shades. SECOND FLOOR, LANSBURGH & BRO. For comfort, dressiness and \\\\x\\\\\‘ durability, ‘they’re unsurpassed. AN Y Hit the right note in your gifts to men by selecting from this selling. Sizes 13 to 17. Boys Like Gifts to Wear—Like These Mackinaws, O’Coats and Two-Pants Suits $9.75 Clothes are something a boy can show off—and he’ll show with pride if you select from this -splendid group of smart ceats and suits. Christmas Gifts For the Little Old Fashioned Lady Soft woolen 'garments for a andmother who clings to her old- available, but the statement has been made here that the chance of a “wild-catter” drilling in hit-or-r fashion bringing in a producing. in a company which is in a con- tinuous busine: nd capable of {lrlll-! ing wel over a number of years. Such a company should get a defintle return, according to the law of aver-| ages, but those who back a company | or an individual prepared to drill only | one or two well indulging in hazardous speculation for high stake: like betting on a horse in a race of & hundred entries, and have no -just cause for complaint if they fall. Twoe New Gushers, Yet the romance of oll is far from dead. Only this week in the new field at Wortham, Tex., two gushers have been “shot.” running thousands of bar. a day and worth millions of dollars 1d has been ex- plored by S. students | of rocks tions and and succe: tain points seemed almost guaranteed. | Yet but a short distance away from the gushers another well has been drilled deeper and deeper, with the Pprospect that at best it m. be noth- ing more than a “pumper,” from which a few barrels a day may be re- It his task of * exact sclence, oil would be less able than it is today. Many d tragedies have had as their requie “The geologist said there oil. But speaking of “domes” in connec- tion with oil, the name of a certaln Teapot was not mentioned during the | entire session of the oil men. That dome does not mean as much in the industry as the public has Imagined. The position of the institute is that | the Fall scandals did riot touch the in- dustry as a whole. For Tues. and Wed. HOLTITE (Trude Mark) Half Soles and Rubber Heels The be:t value in Washington —S0 ACT QUICKLY. NATIONAL Shos Repair Factory 403 11th St. N.' Rheumatism Prescription Refilled a Million Times Prescription A-2851 for rheumatism ‘was first filled in 1864 and bas been re- newed over a million times. A teaspooa- ful of A-2851 taken three times a day stops rheumatic pain and quickly relieves Sport Macki- naws — the big, husky kind with taped scams. plaid facing, muff and side pockets. Long Overcoats, for big boys, 10 to 17. Double breasted ; muff and side pockets. Junior Over- coats, for boys of 5 to 10. Raglan style, with plaid back, muff and side pockets. 2-Pants Suits, of all- wool tweeds, cassimeres and * mixtures, with Tined knickers. Sizes 8 to 17. Real Gifts for Real Boys Juvenile Novelty Suits— $2.95, $3.95, $4.95 Pull-Over Sweaters— $2.95, $3.95, $4.95 Rain Coat Outfits— Black Rubber C&é: Black Rain Hats— Flannelette Pajamas— 98c, $1.25, $1.65 Collar-attached Blouses— Ties— Initial Belt, Buckles— Cowboy Play Suits—.- 45, $3.95, $4.95 $4.95, $5.95 79, 98c, $1.15 . 79c, 98c, $125 Collar-Attached Shirts— $1.35, $1.65, $1.95 Knit and ;Cut Silk Ti Windsor _Tics...’ Leather Belts. .. - 4%, 98c 50c, - 79, 95c ~.50c, 75c Soc, 75c, $1.00 Washable Suits—" g Bath.'Robes." Indian Play Suits— $1.00, $1.35, $1.95 e S A Gift of a Cheery || & House Dress That Will Say Your “Merry Christmas” $1.95 A host of clever styles, brilliant stripes, checks, plain color, banded with contrasting shades, ashioned traditions—or the invalid who must be protected against drafts. Shawls of bundling. soft- ness, scarfs, quaint knitted jackets that will be welcome indeed. . -Old-fashioned Shawls, with a deeply fringed edge, knit of silk, all wool or silk and wool yarns. In orchid, gray, black, white and com- binations. $1.95 to $9.75. % Nightingales that may be slipped on heneath the coat or worn about the house on chilly days. Pink, blue and white. $3.49. g Sleeveless Snugglers are comfort- able and warm without being bulky. White with pink or blue borders. Square Shawls, enveloping gar- ments of all wool. With fringed edge. $2.49 and $2.95. Bed Jackets for the sick-a-bed lady, are trimmed with ribbon and fancy stitching. Orchid, blue, pink, all white, black, gray and all com- binations. $2.95 to $7.95. Cardigan Jackets, of worsted and Each wool. Gray, tan and black. $2.95 one with an attractive Christmas band about it and a to $5.95. place to write your greeting. SECOND FLOOR. Beautifully made and finished with unusual de- * tail. And beside the colored frocks there are black, painful muscles and stff ewollen joints. Buy a bottle from your druggist, or send $1.00 for a week’s supply. BIMER & AMEND, 205 Third Avenus, New York. white, navy or gray uniforms for maid or nurse. The house dresses of percale, linene, prints, crash gingham and white Fruit of the Loom and chambray uniforms. With novel pockets, perky little sashes, hemstitching, buttons and embroidery. Regular and extra sizes,iut not in every style. THIRD FLOOR, LANSBURGH & BRO. Give Her a Hat and ! Scarf Set Of Gay Scotch Plaids $5 When she goes:skating or sled- ding=-or just for a tramp ‘out of doors,’one of these becoming sets will prove a protection against the snap in the air. ° . Gay plaid effects.of all - wool -imported worsted —reds and blites .and browns . that give a /“bright touch of coldr to the Win- Aer costume. Tam or hat style. Other Sets, Speeial;, 5298 "/ Gloria. Swanson French Felts, $2.45 - Bound, with heavy ribbon. In-all the wanted shades. : *_ 'SBOOND PLOOR, TANSBURAE & BRO. $1.65, $195, 3245 An Ezee-Maid Dress Pattern Is as Dainty a Gift ‘ As Yowll Find v PER VOLUME: , : $5 *10 1O 20 Up to the Present Moment Six Volumes of the New Music Arts Library OF VICTOR REcdRps Have been prepared. With one exception these volumes contain 20 selections each, being classified as: “Concert Songs,” “Light Overtures,” “Operatic Airs,” “Sacred Songs,” “Violin,” and “Orchestral.” All records by distinguished artists. * Eacl~volume, in. cluding explanatory notes, in substantial cloth box binding with individual record containers. £ A Gift That Will Be Prized for Years! Perfumery and other toilet prepa- rations made in this country and! shipped abroad had a value of more | than $1,500,000 in the last year. A Long-Anticipated Feast of Values The Christmas Sale of Fine Silks This sale has become a_tradition in Washington among people who know silks and know the Lans- burgh & Bro.’s standard of quality. It is greater this year than ever before—buy for gifts; for your own '40-in. Crepe de Chine and Radium Regularly $1.95 $1.65 For slips, lingerie and dreg.scs there is no finer silk and none more in demand. Fifty shades. 40-inch Black Satin Char- 40-inch Black Satin Duch- meuse, rich, lustrouS quality, €ss, an "exceptionally fine that sells regu- gade of this dress satin. wihie o g1.95 Fewir % §7.69 40-inch’ Satin Crepe, choice 36-inch C “of 25 leading shades in this inch Chiffon Taffeta, for handsome slfin f;;gfl;;;s-"'::lp shades, -pil- An exception- ous other uses. v al value....... $2‘98 Sixty shad:si $1-85 36winch . Velveteen, a high- y 40-inch Crepe de Chine and grade, fast-pile and fast- _color crepe. de chine, Reg- Flat Crepe, in a choice of 35 Tight ang dark 3 colors. Yard. a rularly $250 L "rfig;t}u.ummnnm.— DROOP NEW! NEW! She’ll open your pretty gift box on Christnlas to find a frock—or i rather the material for a frock, with an _intricate: design.embroid- ered -and hagnddrapmn: The’ material rjay. be either im- .ported voile, broadcloth or fine linens and in each box.is:a picture showing the completed ‘model ‘and suggesting the pattern for-making it. . The colors include coraly copen, green, helio, tangerine;and white, and ‘there is material sifficient for “- making sizeg’16t6 42, . . : Printed - Voiles—Enough for a d‘;lus_ gfztakuA:dmxg :lm: :rem'qnim Tovely. - Normbndy Volles, ‘in_new: designs ‘for (tNe néw 'scason,: Attractively £IiTg) 50 | $2:00 E.F.Droop & Sons Co., 13006 | |: s e s, S ¥ 8 STEINWAY PIANOS—VICTROLAS—PLAYER-PIANOS