Evening Star Newspaper, September 3, 1925, Page 16

SOUTHERN DROUGHT RELIEF HOPE FAILS Worst Dry Spell in 50 Years Likely to Last, Expert in Atlanta Says. By the Associated Press ATLANTA, ( . |cent of its profits wil September 3.-——No promise of from the present drought th hout the South is in befare , .C; ‘F. von vey of drought condi- |4 rst in 50 vears rm in Texas Gulf of Mexico e those sections suffering from the any reliof, he said into this sect of the Southi drought can At the: disturbance in the Lone 3 r, October a December s the wettest t has been'in'Ala “ By the Associated Press. NEW YORK, September 3.—A sky- | scraper which fs to be 65 .storfes high and tower 800 feet above the street, 3 feet taller than the Woolworth Building, will be ecrected as' an ex- pression of Oscar E. :Konkle's grati- [ tude for the recovery af his son from | & serious illness, Mr. Konkle said yes- | terday. | planned for Broadway at One Hundred |and Twenty-second street, will be ar- | vanged for hotel purposes and 10 per The major portion df the structure, | 6 THE EVENING 800-Foot Skyscraper Will Be Erected In Thanks for Son’s Remarkable Cure ,announced that every occupant of the | hostelry would ha ock { holder,” and that tobacc i and § on the =premises. also house a_church, 12 roof gardens, 4 Konkle's plans. The son, Howard Konkle, is study: ing at Colgate University to become a medical missiona In 1913, when 6 years old, he was seriously ill from lockjaw. Mr. Konkle swore then that it his son recovered he would devote his time to making money for mis is no indication of | s be used for | missionary work. Mr. Konkle, who is | president of the Realty Sureties Co., sionary work. When the boy was fully recovered Mr. Konkle started the 12-year plan. | progress 38 days, the last measurable rainfall having occurred July 26. Com. as it does, just at a, time to have iverse effect on cotfon and corn | crops, Mr. von Herrman described the present dry spell as the most disas. trous of half a century. !""The present low water in streams and consequent deleterious hydro- lectric power can be traced to Feb- ary 1, the meteorologist explained, there has been a compounded precipitation over the af- Albert A. Sutton of Chicago has filed suit in the District Court to recover $50,000 damages for aileged libel from the Railway Mail Association, a corporation; Henry W. Strickland and Patrick J. Riordan According to the declaration, Sutton says his.reputation has suffered as the result of an article appearing in preme - |tor.” Th, s 'n North Caro- | posed by Riordan, it is asserted Mr. von Herrman |and reflects on the conduct of Sutton. cestern. portion of | Attorney Llewellyn A. Luce appears ufferer. | for the plaintiff. with the nort ama the chief THREE-DAY FAIR OPENS AT PURCELLVILLE, VA. Number and Variety of Exhibits, Attendance and Excellence Prom- ise to Break All Records. | Special Dispateh to The Star. PURCELLVILLE, Va., September * | 3.—The seventh Loudoun County fair opened here vesterday for a three-day exhibition. In attendance, number and varety of exhibits and excellence the event promises to break all records. Liberal prizes are offered. ‘ew of the departments follow: y draughts, W. L. Simpson, su- kinner, superintendent: beef cat- uperintendent; unders, super- 8. Ward, super- 1d crops and fruits, J. D. superintendent; domestic A L. J. Dillon, superintend- |ent; fancy work, Mrs. A. M. J superintendent: flow | Dillon, rland Howe, su tendents; o fetiFnedta Studehaker The Most Important Millinery News of the Day! Muarson Mavricr 8. E. Corner 13th and G Streets”N. W, Announcing for Tomorrow AN EXTRAORDINARY SALE OF Highest Type Fall Hats %\’AVA'AV/‘M\\}\W Luster Satin Soft Velour Grosgrain Ribbon Rich Felts Panne Velvet Hatter’s Plush Combinations Another triumph in value-giving! ‘Another proof of our supremacy in the field of millinery merchandis- ing! At a phenomenally low price, we present every Fall style idea worked in wonderful new ways. The hats in this sale are identical with those we shall offer at higher prices later on! ‘TYPES: ~Large Formal Hats Small Turbans Smart Street Hats Dressy Hats for Matrons Headsizes for Full or Bobbed Coiffeurs. Wild Astor Grenat Black Prince Fawn Pencil Blue Oakwood Epinard Green Ember Red Gray, Black - Nothing But the Newest Practically Our Entire Store Will Be Devoted to This Sale smartest of new silhouettes. Many w several once they see the splendid styles That means that every detail sponsored by Paris has been faithfully reproduced—new lines, new trim- mings, new fabrics, new colors—all blending into the TRIMS: Ornaments Pina Applique Flowers Beads Embroideries Ribbon Ostrich Motifs Quills Cut Fabrics See Our Lovely Display Window ill purchase and values. OUR FIRST GREAT SALE OF FALL SEASON STAR, WASHINGTON, D. €, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1925." club work, J. R. Lintner, superinten: ent; Loudoun County home demonstr I B tion work, Miss Grace Heyl, supe endent. A special feature of the fair this "year is in the form of a grade! Guernsey class for cows to milk. The attractions are of the best, in- cluding Tansil's Military Band, the Tices' and comedy dogs, Never Sold in Bulk Our Name on the Double-Wrapped and Sealed Package Is Your Protection OF LIVING ROOM SUITES DINING ROOM GROUPS AND BEDROOM OUTFITS Open All Day Saturday iR S R e R 7‘{’)’,’”3 Come in and Save Money Arruneod El' ;\ /‘“/‘Ir-.’ { X X - 10 Pircres——Wil}; Luxurious 3-Piece Overstuffed Velour Suite or = Kroehler Davenport Suite In Mahogany and Velour A massive, luxurious suite $ ‘ 39 that is high-grade in every re Add $20 for Davenport Suite—Small Down Payment—Balance Weekly or Monthly With every su price you get a End Table, ir Scarf, Gold Bridge Lamp and Shade and two handsome Daven- port Pillows. spect! The first time, to our knowledge, that this suite was ever so lowly priced. It's proof that you save immensely during this sale. These suites up holstered in fine velour; you have your choice of several cov erings 11-Piece Bedroom Group In American and French Walnut 139 Add $30 for Suite With Full Vanity —Pay a Little Each Week or Month This price includ Bow-end Bed, La Drawers, Good Size Large Size Semi-Vanity, a All-cotton Mattress, guaranteed Walnut Bench, ows, Gold-fin’ 1 Frame and Electric Bed Light with silk shade. the Full Chest of Dresser, Here's an opportunity to se- cure a fine bedroom suite at a real saving and on terms that vou will find convenient. These pleces are excellently built of genuine walnut veneers and other woods. The finish is a rich walnut effect or the much wanted French walnut. : If you live out of town, we will deliver to your door or prepay all freight. BUY NOW For Later Delivery 14-Piece Dining Room Group In Walnut Finish If you want a distinctive new P e S DR abinet, Oblong Extension Taole with or brown. You oice of po la Queen Anne or Tudor perfods. Alsc ® Velour Table Scarf. Bridge Las and Shade. Gold Easel Frame and Ln ported nickel beautifully decorated Tray, all with each suite suite for your dining room, see Terms Arranged to Suit You this one! At this sale price it's a marvelous bargain! Many attractive ~suites to choose from; every one deeply cut in price, With any suite purchased here Friday or Satur- day, a $19 Bridge Lamp and Shade, $24 Davenport Table or a $22 Buffet Mirror.