Evening Star Newspaper, March 24, 1925, Page 16

¥, CITIZENS' COUNCIL MEETS OPPOSITION West End Association As- serts Proposal Fails to Win Popular Approval. Opposition to the proposed citizens' council was voiced by the West End s Association at a meeting in an Memorial Hall, Twenty- reet between G and H streets, last night. Grover C. Ayres, report- Ing on the matter, sald, that, observation as to what other asso- ciations have done, the proposal does meet with the approval of the ns at large, and expressed the he powers -of the eon- clations would be usurps activities for commu- ent curtailed were ‘there couneil to select, out of requests coming .from . these bodies to the federation and Com- m the matters deemed of most importance. Zoning Proposal 0. K’d. Approval was given to the proposal ing Commission to change zoning of M street between hteenth and Nineteenth streets second to first commercial. The tion’s request for street caf ding platforms on Pennsylvania nue at Twenty-second, Twe, fourth, Twenty-fifth and Twenty- wag refused. Secretary n in lieu of the plat- forms at these crossings during the rush hours To Survey Scheol Needs Mark Finley, Mr. ‘Ayres, Wil- m R. Brown and Mrs. E. L. Sliter vere appointed as a committee to v the territory of the associa- on and ascertain the school needs. The committee’s report will be for- warded to the Board of Education. Morris R. Hahn was elected first vice president, succeeding William Dove, who resigned, and Mr. Ayres was elected second vice president and appointed as a delegate to the Fed- eration of Citizens' Assoclations. P CENTRAL U. S. GYROSCOPE Will H. Hays Describes Section Which Embraces Indiana. NEW YORX, March 24.—The cen- tral part ¢ the United States was termed the “gyroscope for the great #hip of state” by Will H. Hays, in a #pecch at the annual dinner of the Indiana Club of New York last night. sented, in connection with his nimated cartoon motlon! ting leaders of Indlana. d H. Ranger, introduced r of the photo radio- wion Gilbert, former Governor of the Philippine Islands and one-time Lieutenant Governor of Indiana, were among the other speak- ers. Gov. Edward Jackson of Indiana was scheduled to speak, but was un- able to appear. PLEA FOR HOME OWNING. Increases Divorces. CHICAGO, March 2 vorce problem is be azgravated hv the increase in house renting, Cir- Judge Joseph Sabath yesterday 10ld a department meeting at the an- own-your-home exposition America’s di- from: » ' Commissioners Considering | Pocketbook Found With More Money Than When Lost Mrs. Nora Gavaghan, 243 Second street northeast, lost her pocket- book with $15 in it in the District Building yesterday morning. Po- liceman R. V. Sinclair of the first precinct shortly after the time the pocketbook was lost picked one up where the inissing pocketbook was said to have disappeared Sinclair reported his Aind to Chiet Clerk Hesse of the Police Depart- ment ‘and it was found that the pocketbook answered every ftem of desegiption given by Mrs. Gava- ghan, except as to the amount of mo contained therein. The. packetbook. had nearer $100 than $15.in it when Sinclair picked it up, and Chief Clerk Hesse today is wondering whether some one could have found the woman's pocket- baok and placed more money in it, and then losing it again just before Sinclair found it. “The puzzie had not been solved early this after- /000n and theipolice are inquiring ‘thoroughly into the mystery of the nue multiplication of -doilar bills. MAY REDUCE SPEED ALLOWED TRUCKS Substitute for Lightening Loads on Highway Bridge. ably will reduce the speed limit for heavy trucks crossing the Highway Bridge, instead of placing a lower limit on the weight of such trucks, Engineer Commissioner . Bell an- nounced this afternoon. Because of the damas the e } ot done Engineer Macomb recommended be limited to 10 tons. vesterday after) of severa a confer however, owne establishments filed objections, today that after considering their ar- guments, he believed the desired re- sult sought by the District could be | obtained by requiring the trucks to| drive slowly aun:\\(‘v- bridge and | avold reducing the weight. Protext by Industrial Plants. Managers and owners of industrial plants in v Virginia protested to | the Commissioners the placing of a 10- tan 1imit on trucks crossing the High- | way Bridge, as recommended. i ey told Engineer Commissioner Bell yesterday afternoon the limitation f\\nuld seriously interfere with the oper- atlon of their establishments. The department mended the limitation as a temporary measure until funds can be obtained to reconstruct the bridge floor so that it will carry modern trafiic loads with- out damag. Mr. Macomb's Report Quoted. engineer recom- The District Commissioners prob- | In his report to the Commissioners | comb said that a number of =l|l g e. There would be fewer divorces | if every family lived in its home, he added Home ownership,” he continued “keeps people out of mischief, and mischief is the cause of c r a Slip Covers Guaranteed to Fit for Your 3-Piece Living Room Suite Including Loose Cushions in Imported Belgian Linen $32.50 SPECIAL for This Week Only Consult us for your Re- upholstering. Good work done at low prices. New York Upholstering Co. 619 F St. NW. Phone Main 3687 A breakfast food you'll really like to eat. Tastes like toasted nuts Deliciously Different Easily Digested Healthful & Satisfying Look for the Little Dutch Girl on Every Package own | THE EVENING buckle-plates, ‘on - which the ~asphalt surface rests, have been broken. At the hearing yesterday the busi- ness men brought out that buckle- plates have been broken on both sides of the bridge, whereas the loaded trucks only operate on one side. Col. Bell asked Mr. Macomb 1f' the limitation, was necessary as a measure of safety, or whether it was intended to reduce expense of upkeep on the bridge. Mr, {Macomb said he dld not see STAR, much danger in the situation, but that the replacing of a broken buckle- plate.costs $125. Given Command of Depot. . . Maj. Stephen C. Reynolds, Quarter- master Corps, of the office of the chief of staff, War Department, has been assigned to the. command of the o quqrt!rml!ter intermediate depot at nt Royal, Va. I never could induce my. ‘husband to eat salads— until I discovered Food experts say the men-folk often make the salad course the “wall- flower of the meal.” But jusflct them tastelettuce, cold meats or fish served with Easton’s Mayon- naise! Such a delight- ful difference! To keep your complexion ador- able, your eyes a-sparkle, your figure perfect—this is the time of the year to serve salads twicea day! Serve with Easton’s! facts abous complexion- Sand 10c for handsome book Effect of Food on Your Weight and Fi plexion.” While this special offer lasts we send you, in addition to du bookl one 10¢ jar of Eascon’s (regular 34-o. FREE. lvnofiu-undml(huw Mail Coupon Today! GILBERT J. EASTON, Inc. Dept. 211 Newark, N. J, Name.. Choose Your New Frock Tomorrow |7 | | m ’Cut Polaire Plain Polaire Flannels Camelsair Novelty Fabrics Spring colors. Coats for dress, sport R | &1 | I semble effects, all sizes! many occasions that come up. fashioned after more expensive coats, THE BASEMENT STORE OF LANSBURGH & BRO, EEEEEEEEBEEE—:E A large and varied as- sortment of Spring styles —in the most favored ma- terials— Printed Crepe Flat Crepe Canton Crepe Lovely Satin Wool Flannel Fine Twills Speaking of value-giving, we'll be very brief and to the point: These Dresses are styled and made right—and then bought by our buyer at a price considerably lower than market value—and as we buy, in this lot, the circular skirt, the jabot front, panels, drapes, en- Every desired Spring color—and plenty of so do we sell! You'll find cte. THE BASEMENT STORE OF LANSBURGH & BRO. New Styles in ring Coats A’score of new and fascmahng models in all the latest and street wear as well as the All well-tailored models, Easter Frocks | 8 just about every new style WASHINGTON, | | 1 | | | | | | I D. C, TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 1925. AR R A AR R P R AR R R A AT AR AR LANSBURGH & Br Féanknn 7400 March’s wanmg days emphasize Easter’s neamess—fashlon s season— and all the world looks to “dress up” clothes ’ ,\‘ Hand- Blocked Hats A Special Selling—Remarkable Value $3.95 Milans Shapes that are entirely new and distinctive— Coburg a bit different from the ordinary untrimmed Braids MUl %3 Made of the finest quallh straws and blocked Swiss by hand. ‘Off-the-face, cloche, pokes, large dress Milans hats. In the newest shades for Spring. Correct . to the last detail. Real Hair Hats Bedford Straws Italian Hats Trimmed without charge if llnpe and trimmings re purchased in the Mxllmery Section. BRO. New Trimmings Flowers, Wreaths, Clusters, Sprays, Appliques, Fancy Pins and Novelties. 95¢ to $2.95 SECOND FLOOR, LANSBURGH & Comfort and Style —An Abundance of Each in Grip-Tite 0€es $7.50 As true in all modes, where simplicity is the dominating fea- ture, these Grip-Tite shoes de- pend upon fine leather and fineness of workmanship to bring out their graceful lines. And with this ap- pealing smartness, the element of comfort is not overlooked. They fit—because they are two widths narrower in heel and have a steel shank to support the arch. STREET FLOOR - 127 New ) \ ©9000000000 white, navy, The smartest [ / L1 New Jumper and Suspender Skirts and all have tailored pocket or tailored blouse. black—and combinations. Only $4.95 for New Ensemble Blouses With Skirts to Match Colorful Prints . Make These Smart and Attractive $4.95 Only $495—but these Ensemble Blouses have the chic of those marked at much higher prices. Comiposed of blouse and harmonizing skirt. Skirts are pleated— blouses are hip length and short sleeved— vouthful necklines and collars. Made .of a good quality printed cotton crepe and trimmed with contrasting shades of crepe de chine. Colors are green, tan, powder blue and gray. Sizes 34 to 4. SECOND FLOOR Just Arrived for Wednesday! Spring Coats The Smartest of the Late Models —Ordinarily Sell for Much More s Finely Tailored and Finished With Care Entirely new—featuring the pop- ular materials and most desirable colors— Twill Coats Fine Suede Coats Mannish Coats Silk Coats Many of the coats have fur borders; others have touches of embroidery and contrasts of self materials, Every coat beautifully crepe lined. There are reg- ular and extra sizes—and only $25! BECOND FLOOR, LANSBURGH & BRO. $5.75, $6.95 to $15 Two Styles Sketched—Left, $15; Right, $11.95 Various types of these popular styles include—tailored collars, revers, button f and string belt, new kick, box and inverted pleats, vestee effects: some are braid t “thing” right now for wear with peas Materials—satin, roshanara, striped silks, printed crepe, wool crepe, rep and French flannel—in the Spring shades, of course—green, powder blue, monterey, maize, gray, Sizes 16 to 42. SECOND FLOOR, LANSBURGH & BRO. Tomorrow—An Unusual Special Selling of Genuine B. V. D. Athletic Union Suits, $1.15 Men have found from long experience that B. V. D.’s are highly satisfactory—and that they are usually sold at a higher price—for tomorrow only we offer a limited number at $1.15! Note—These are first quality, and a complete range of sizes 34 to 46 are available. Also Special—1,440 Pairs of Men’s Fine Silk Hose 50c Pair Foresighted men will stock up with these fine silk hose tomorrow at a good saving. Made with seamed back and double soles. Colors—black, cordovan, gray, beige and navy. All sizes! STREET FLOOR—LANSBURGH & BRO. PRRRDD DEDE BRRDP PRDDRE DBDDBD DBDD PP