Evening Star Newspaper, September 9, 1925, Page 9

FAIRFAX PREPARES FOR COUNTY FAIR Annual Exhibition to Open| Next Week—Greater Show Is Planned. Historic Fairfax Court House, of Revolutionary and Civil War fame, is getting all dressed up to receive the thousands of visitors expected to at tend its twel annual fair next week. The fair grounds will be the scene | next Wednesday, Thursday and Fri day of the big agricultural and stock hibition of the Fairfax County Fair ciation, of “hn Judge Clifton Laughlln of McLean, Va.. is president "The falr officlals this. vear have ex- panded their policies with a view to stimulating public interest in county welfare on such essentials as the bet. terment of schools, improvement of roads, promotion of the most progres. sive methods of agriculture and ad- vertising of “the wonderful resources and future of the county. Seek New Residents. tion pointed out we are under shadow of the Capital of our that the Na- Fairfax; James Remschell Buckley, Fairfax. mittee Ball, Mr. Rust. night. Mis Mrs. F Mr. Graham, B B Birkett, includes Floy Faith Fairchild, nlece of Reehling of 1922 Summit loy place northenst, | Ecking' rday, Mr. burg, fully d The riage from Rome, Brussels, Mrs. from Europe. Forrest Pa by ton H. The ecorated with flowers, dage, DD, marriage ceremony. who was given in mar- Reehling, wore a_wedding gown of white satin and an exquisite wed- ding veil of princess lace made in Belglum, both brought by Reehling on her recent return She carried 4 bouquet of white rosebuds and lilles of the val- ley. Miss Pauline Deatherage was mald of honor Harrisburg, Madeline Me' and_the bride, her and Pa., w met and ‘“Because,” Alexandria, Woodward, Mr. Presbyterian Church September 5 Novinger of Harris- aunt, Mr. Salsbury, Manassas; and R. hTe executive co Mr. Laughlin, Mr. Palmer and M _ (Gontinuég erov. Mighth Pésdes) include the fraternity banquet to be held at the Mayflower tomorrow eve- ning and the large ball which will take place in the grand ballroom to- was married in t at 4 o'clock, church was beau! palms and ¢ Rev. H. E. Mrs. Senft Mi; Promi: Stuart was best man. ng “O, Fairfax; Mr. Buckley, sat- Brun- officiated at the impressive the latter being THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. ¢, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 1925 R. m- GERNIAN OIL FIRMS FORCED 0 MERGE Three Concerns Unite Order to Meet Forgign Competition. ir. in By the Associated Press. BERLIN, September 9.—A sensa- tion has been caused in commercial and financial circles by the amalga. mation of three large German ofl firms of Deutsche Erdoel, Limited: Deutsche Petroleum, Ltd., and Ruetgers Werke, Ltd. These concerns had been engaged in a bitter fight, and all previous attempts, covering a period of years, failed to bring them together. Now the Deutsche Petroleum Co. will take over the petrolsum interests of the other two concerns, and for this purpose the directors at their next general meeting will propose that the company's capltal be increased.from 24,000,000 to 35,000,000 merks. The pressure of foreign competition is said to have finally broken down the barriers and compelled the three he to ti- ut of 88 se |U. S. COUPLES DIVORCED. Decrees Announced in Paris All on Desertion Charges. PARIS, September 9 (#).—Further decrees of divorce affecting American couples were announced Ly the Paris courts today. They included the fol- lowing, all on grounds of desertion: Loulse Fletcher Connolly from Wil- lard L. Connolly. They were married in Washington May 16, 1915. Rita Hickman KEvans from Ormsby Evans, They were married in San Francisco March 26, 1918. Elizabeth Foster Johnson \Loree from James Taber Loree. They were married fn New York April 8, 1918. Mamage LlcensesA WMccasiin and Else 8. darber. Meyerhoefler and ach, r 1 Sowers of Hyattsville nor 1, Sowers of Aldie, Md.. hach A B Bk Joseph 8. Hockman of Quantico, Va.. Iriga A Adistin of thiy city Strangers d F. Miriam Meyer Chariton L. Yates and Daizie Thomas William L. Hughes of Philadelphia, and Marguerite Jones of this city ward almer of Baltimore. Md., ruret $."Smith of this city C. Powers of Natick, Mass. Ruth C. MeMuhon of this ey ugh A. Sherlock of Routh Royalton, Vt., and Lilllan F. Baylake of thix eit jam, A Staples ‘and T. Kiss, New yori CF Abrahan Panmie 1o Lantaat Randoioh 1 H Pa. and and convieted of overtime sente; Trafic Court speech on traffic violations in lieu of a tainer in Board of Trade, Street tion and Shrine circles, pald his fine in full with a short talk in compliance with the court’s request. Births Reported. The (allo births b reportec e SRR T2 1) gand Dorls L. ey i a M [, %’Ynm ho! obert and A illiam J. and Elsie M Thomas and Mjldred Bowle: girl James G. and Cordelia M. ioche, Eirl. mirie :m George E. sor Grorze and Zina Panor. girl. Frank and Oriilia Williams. #ir] James and Alberta Goldman. hoy. William W."and Olive M. Parkerson, boy. SPEECH IN LIEU OF FINE. Paul F. insurance agent, parking, was ed by Judge Isaac R. Hitt in last night to make a Grove, payment of a fine. r. Grove, Who {8 & versatile enter- Sixteenth Highlands Citizens’ Associa- INDIAN WAR VETERAN DIES Danié¢l W. Byer Fought Redskins ‘With 8d U. S. Cavalry. Daniel W. Byer, 72 years old, veter- an of numerous Indian campaigns, in which he participated while serving with the old 3d United States Cavalry, died at the Soldiers’ Home here Mon- day. He had been in failing health for several years, his last severe fll- ness lasting about three weeks. Mr. Byer was a native of Canada. He had lived in Washington since his retirement from the Army in 1887. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Mabel B. Smith of this city. Funeral setvices were conducted at Lee's undertaking parlors this after- noon at 140 o'clock. Interment was in Arlingtoh Cemetery. B WILKINS BREAKFAS T <\COFFEE Dead Boy's Father to Sue. James A. Ridgley today asked the District Supreme Court to appoint him administrator of the estate of his son Horace Ridgley, 6 years old, who kill ed August 18 when struck by a motor vehicle. The father tells the court the vehicle was owned by the Amer. fean Land Co. It Is expected suit | will be brought for the boy's death. Attorney J “ll:,l.l.m Tomlinson ap- | Guaranceed pure importcd Sold Everywhere Why does a beautiful new fern wither and turn brown a few months after you bring it heme? Why do begonlas, palms and other indoor whnu seldom grow as they should? y are home gardeners and vege- table growers so often dmfe‘mmm in the flowers and vegetables they plant? Just forget everything for a min- ute and m? with us into the realms of fancy, into the land of make- belleve. Imagine that your heme was filled with good things to eat. There are fruits, meats, flouf, sugar, milk, and everything else necessary to hearts life is ended Don't laugh or scoff such a thing is imp mans potted plants plants are facing the s lack of food- grow and thrive as the: A remarkable n Plantabbs, can now be purcha odorless, easy-to-use tablet for Plantabb each week will do for yo ferns what three square meals a d do for you large, the fronds will Ferns, Palms, Begonias, Outdoor Plants Made to Grow Like Magic Remarkable new tablet brings new life to all outdoor and indoor plants and flcvnn—odorleu and easy to use. Called “Plantabbs.” Sold in Washington by all Peoples Drug Stores. are beatless, souls depa out and But 90 and that It will make them be grow Yoyl hmwfl?—? .udebak'er | firm, and repott until the fern what Plantabh exactly wha any ind or vegetab) to enter. lantabbs wo There's | plant thri®e: they r T host nipanies to fuse as a matter normal L aEss % (i e 0f self-protection. The ard Ofl & OO} SCes. eI WEEED S the e | ide iy DN (ot by virtue | voin ot e graduated three years ago. since|%f Capeiia 1 d distributio: Aurelious | which time she has-been a teacher in L mosant lupouon | ol the Washington public schools. companies and force to the The outof-town guests were MT.| a1 4 number of mushroom concerns and Mfs. 5. D. Novinger. parents of | whioh sprang up in the war time. the bridegroom. and Miss Mary E.|™ Lcaring o atmilar fate. the three Loban, all of Harrisburg, Pa. After|jargeat and oldest concerna concluded | a avedding supper served to the wed-|their pact. Their individual ccal in ding_party, at the home of Mra.|terests and production of oil from Reehling the young couple left fof |lignite are unaffected by the deal, hut a shnr(nfl'h' }l‘? hpn}l‘nls 13] ‘rennsiI' all thelr direct oil production in Ger. 2 vania, after which they will leave by | many, importation of oil from abroad | Home Hospital automoblle for their future home, in [and sales and distribiition organiza- | g iny® O Seward. ¢ Erasiis Miami, Fia. tions are to be combined. g % miJ J The fusion will bring about a great Mrs. Paris Brenglé has retufned to|reduction in ovérhead charges. the city from Blue Ridge Summit, Pa., MHary Kon m',mun a.. antel W. Brer, 71, | nourish the body. Now a little evil spirit enters the I plot. He bolts your doors, he locks | your windows, he makes it impossi- | ble for vou or your family to leave | | the house or for a stranger You have nothing to fear. | tood in abundance, books to read,|and richen beds to sleep in, games to pass the | the earth | time away. But there'll come a time | fertilizer b When food 18 low, when you begin (0| Try Plantabis cut down on eéats, and eventually,|and easy to use when your stock of food is exhaust- | Stores sell and ed, When there is nothing more to|Manufactured by eat, you weaken—and at last your! Baltimore, Md.- tion, the time is upon us to grasp the opportunity that presents itself to in- | duce the home seeker to locate in our the favorite song of the 1kelo. Tex e and. Ardella A. McGee, I Va Harris sts y and Marjorie V The fair will he featured each day by horse races on the half-mile grounds track. There will be races for ponies, farm horses, mounts and horses that not previously won a race. The entry lists close_on Monday Washington hav entered for the horse sitow, > a_big-attraction of the Fairfa tler Palmer of Arlington County will be superintendent of the exhibition, and he will be assisted by Edward R. Connor of Manassas and J. H. Barnes of Fairfax. Dr. James J. Garvey of Alexandria will be official veterinary. Horses in Show. Rovert 1. Moeil cth Jonn' ! Hauser and Charies T D;E‘Reported The following deaths have betn t0 "the “Health Department in"the e 53 hours ard ¥. Strohrmann, 80, U. 8. Sofdiers’ MeCorkle tha soil using urinecessary They're economical | All Peoples Dr recommend them. | nt Products Co. Advert Quality—Plus Ever Watchful Care Makes This Coffee GOOD! horses When skin hurts, chafes, or itches get sure, quick re- [V i 9, St. Elizabeih's Hos- ital. ee WaImasL where she was the guest of Mrs. John W. Brawner. who, with her family, is spending the Summer at Monterey, where they have a Summer home. $1.39Bleached Sheets, 89c FREE! 50¢ Tube Boncilla Beautifier With every pur- chase of a 75¢ jar of Boncilla Vanish- ing Cream, Cold Cream or Face Powder Thomas A. Riggles, and his family at East Orange. Dr. William Whitson is taking his vaeation during the Summer in brief but frequent visits at North Beach, Md., where he has an attrac tive home. After spending several days there he returned to Washington yesterday. oldiers' Home St. Elizabeth's Hos- Satisfaction First Since 1859 HINGS PALA(] 810818 Seventh Strest Owens, 72 Miss Maxine Biliott, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Elliott has re |joined them at their home after a | two-week visit in New York and at Saranac and Lake Placid Dr. and Mrs. Rhett Stuart and their daughter have returned to their home on Connecticut avenue after spending some time in Ventnor, N Mr. and Mrs. A. J ford place are at home after a motor trip around Auburn, N. Y., the home of his parents. They returned through Newark, N. J., with Mr. and Mrs. P. Gray and visited their brother, Mr: BB 7 1 nu Literty at. ow Hospital Hospital lor, 81, lasses to be judged in- Seoti: 1, Fairfax, Arlir and Prince saddle horses, open sadd nters ow the three sreen hur touching out handi- Welsh cavalry re- nds of seam- bleached R1x90. A heavy qual- (‘h]dr Willlam horses counties, Jumpers, cap § ponies, mounts, e The cattle show will be in charge of B. F. Salsbury of Fairfax, assisted by Bruno Wittig of McLean and C. T. Rice of Oakton. Classes include Hol- Jerseys, Guernseys, Ayre- dairy shorthorns, herds of the and groups of breeds. he sheep and goat department will ntended by R. L. Lewis of sas, assisted by William Doak of Clifton. The showing will include Dorset, Hampshiredown, Shropshire- down and Southdown breed The county’s best swine will com- pete for blue ribbons also The poultry show will be in charge of C. B. Cross of Fairfax, and he will be assisted by W. M. McNair. Cash prizes will be awarded for single birds, breeding pens and on pairs of ducks, geese, turkeys, etc. Farm Exhibits. Farm products will be displayed in numerous large booths and buildings. under the direction of 1. N. Jones of Vienna and H. B. Derr. The county's best wheat, rye, barley, oats, corn, buckwheat, beans, potatoes, etc., will be judged for their appearance and awarded prizes. Fruits will be exhibited under the supervision of C. P. Jones. Other exhibits will be needlework, preserves, pastry, plants and flowers, manufactured articles and boys’ and girls’ club work. Officers of the fair -assoc addition to Judge Laughl Woodward, Fairfax Lavinia 0'C Howard N le'ss WEE B sheet o TS, w wear —I¥’s Best to Order —BLACKISTONE’S Floral Emblems —to be sure of effective de- signing and fresh- $5 up Miss Rose Ball has spent a menth at the Lippitt ranch in and is expected to come to Washing. 7 Cox of 3530 Hert. | ton the middle of September. 3 cers’ chargers, . Street Floor Sale! $2.50 and $2.98 Felt Hats B On Sale—One Day Only Smartest of the New Dresses Easily Worth $15 and $16.75 A beautiful showing of Brand - new Dresses, charming in style, color and fabric In fact, the sort you would only associate with higher priced garments. CONOMY “Put Méney in Thy Purse” It's nl Economy Lt FERNERRRRSAELAREDD Another shipment to augment the many hundreds already Tomorrow—for the one day-—you may choose from scorgs of charm- ing styles and types. All the newer colors, including black. Various head sizes. One illustrated. Street Floor A sold. Guannteed Electric Appliances for Housework . .$3.75 up $9.75 up 95¢ up est flowers. SPRAYS and WREATHS Electrie Irons Waffle Irons Curling Irons Whirlwind Vacuum Cleaners ..$39.50 Electric Toasters. $3.75 up Ghe Home Stictiie Shop | 517 10th 8t. ~ Main 6549 W Pbilipsborn I o] ELEVENTH §T, m 14th and H Phone Main 3707 $1.25 Plaid Blankets 98¢ Ea. A good light-weight Blanket for extra_covef, camping or Fa't use. Plaids, {n blue, pink, Biewn andieey i Specaliio: one day only. 25¢c Marquisette 16¢ Yd. 36-inch White Curtain Mar- quisette, in plain weaves and barred patterns. Closely woven. $6 Part-Wool Blankets 34 85 66x80. Pink, blue, gray or tan block plaids. grade. A small deposit hnM it until ready. Third Floor New Silks and Rayons for Fall $1.79 Black Charmeuse, *]:° Yd. 36 inches wide. Fine for . Faucets A little solarine, a few light rubs and the dmgxest faucet- shine again. Keep a can on hand. Buy it from your grocers, drug gist, hardware P of auto shop. fi\\\e\wmfl gy Where Feminine Wash- ington Finds Her Pre- ferred Wardrobery. tion, in of Courtesy Iloher( D. Graham, Fairfax, assistant J. Stuart Bali, McLean, and the following directors: . Mackall, Me- an; Mark v air, Hern- Oukton: George K. Edward R. Con- Melvin C. Hazen, Fred Drew, McLean: K Fair Clifton ge B. Lee, Fairfax H >. A Splendid Collection of Musl(rat Fur C oats Gathered for special selling don; (' Pickett, Alexand nor, Manassas; X ~hlm,ton AX Satin Canton Safin-Faced Crepes Silk Crepes Smart, long=-sleeved dresses, featuring the new gold kid trimmings, chenille, embossed bengaline; embroidery, braids and frills. And such lovely col ors—ball blue, pansy, cuck bois de rose, navy and black to 44. Second Floor Flares W. omnces Jabots Apron Lfects at deeply enticing prices 45 - inch Muekrat Coat, made of split- s kin: herringbone type, and richly lined with silk=—as illus- trated Wil Sizes 16 1219 F Street The Autumn Styles Reveal New Beauty in Footwear Fashions 56.50 5750 5850 A few of the many new Fall models we have just received: 1219 F Street inch Muskrat Coat, of handsome dark ekins: made up in different desig‘ns. with plam or contrast- md fur collars of Skunk or Raccoon Rich Silver Muskrat Coat, with fur collars and borders also of dark skins—including the Dark and Golden Muskrat, trimmed with Fox, Wol{, Beaver and burdera......-.. A rare, black satin-faced quality that is especially smart for Fall $1.25 Radium Silk, $] Yd. A beautiful all-silk grade, in pansy, navy, tur quoise, pink, white and black New 54-inch Bordered Suiting, $1.69 Yd. Our regular §2 rayon suiting, with stunning b erder, at this special price. Only 1 for a smart frock. Rose, blue, green, tan and red, with comrmmg striped effects Rayon Satin-Face Bordered Cotton Crepe, $2.29 iting, 59c Yd. S4-inch self-colored stripe and plaid border S4-inch calorefl smpe border suiting in blue, patterns in brown, navy, copen and black. gold, green, rose, tan and brown Street Floor—King's Palace | | | | ; 5 yards neede ————jojc———|o———a|c———=lajc———|ald E:—EEEEEEEEEB 'FdllA pparel for Baby, Specially Priced Cashmere Coats, $4.95 Short Coats, of fine white cashmere, made with large collar embroidered in silk. Scalloped edge on collar and cuffs. Sizes 1 and 2 Dainty Dresses, 55¢ Long or short lengths. Fine White Dresses, with embroidered yoke or bishop style. Skirt trimmed to match. New Caps, 59¢ : Fall styles, in silk in five different versions; lace trimmed, shirred, French knot.and rfiihfl tie strin oolen Sacques, Knitted and Crocheted Sacques, in all trimmings. F]..ne]gm Gom, Sgc Button front with drawstring. Finished with pink or blue shell edge. Rubber Sheets, 39c. White, with Pillow Slips, 59¢ eyelet corners. White dimity, lace trimmed; lawn Pants, lesh, white, With hemstitched hem and_colored e N embroldery. Also Lace and Embrold- o ey Trimieq Siips. Other very handsome Muskrat Coats, silver and dark skins, with collars and borders of Brown Fox, Red Fox and Skunk— $235 to %265 &< Any selection made ile or with pink and blue now will be stored free unts] wanted for wear upon payment of a modest deposit. Fox and Wolf Scarfs Featured for early Fall wear —Brown, Gold, Blu..$2 5 Crystal and Tangerine. Full perfect skins. . . .. Quesn Quallty Famous Hosiery, full fashioned, pure ok, all lh-d-...-..--....’f-.......u. $1.35 Queen Quality Boor Shop 1219 F Street N. W. Bediesios-Agonts in mho--o.fim natural. | fl fl | |