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ologian, Thomas Aquinas; the Supreme Court and Blackstone in support of the view that the dictates of con- science are In many cases superior to the enactments of a state when these ?rs in clear contradiction to the divine aw. The letter compares the Mexican re- liglous restrictions with liberal pro visions in the United States for reli- | glous, educational and charitable agencies. Mexican Charges Refuted. Charges of the Mexican government against the church in Mexico, Includ- ing those of undue wealth, of neglect- i tian Civilization, Says i Catholic Episcopate. e L e R | . state, are declared by the letter to have' been fabricated for campalgn purposes. W YORE. Pecomiber 16 10 meet these charges, the letter | B R ot ine | deciares, the church has only to say Catholic cpiscopate of the United | g Ioh [I® ToHEer At Bl Mexdco | States, in its first pastoral letter since | [ did not give you. Show me one| 1919, warns “Christian civilization that | genius for whom I was not respon- n being at-|Sible. Show me one step toward the | by religious | liEht that I did not help you take. ? Take out of your country all that The document, containing more | I Dut In it and sec what remain than 12,000 words and compiled by a |, “You may thrust me out committee c sting of Cardinal | Pishops, murder prie; Archbishop Glennon of St. |Steal my desecrate my } Louis, Archbishop Dowling of nnot blot out | Paul, T chrembs of C se the mark I and Bi e being _ A Black Enameled Hat Box $5 Unquestionably a desirable gift—smart, practical, en- joyable and so moderately priced. This particular model has attractive cowhide binding, cretonne lining, convenient side pockel! and a strong handle with lock and key and only $5. Toilet Water and Perfume Combination $125 36 sets of very desirable perfume and toilet water put up in most attractive gift boxes. They make very pleasing and very popular gifts. These odors—narcis orange blossom and jasmine. 1 FASHION INSTITUTION Washington NewYork No Store Quite Like Jelleff’s—For Gifts! No other store that has the famous CENTEMERI French Kid Gloves, “VANITY” SILK Underwear, the perfume of fhe great WORTH, GOLD STRIPE Sk Stockings—or the hundred and one exclusive things of their own importation. No store quite like Jelleff’s at Christmas time. Restrictions Threaten.Chris- By the Associated Press. Just Arrived For Gifts! Glove Silk Underwear v plen- $39° So Good We Re-Ordered Dozens Of Them! Lace-Trimmed Gowns Quite different from what you would ex- pect, for these are the lovellest gowns we | have seen in a long time at this price. The i New For Gift Shoppers Short-Length Slips The slip that is preferred by women who wear short skirts—and who doesn’t? These are speclal gift numbers developed in lovely crepe de chine beautifully tailored with the simple hemstitched band top, inverted pleats at the hip-line and deep shadow hems. For a moderately priced gift to a dear friend you could hardly make a more attractive or a more thoughtful selection. In flesh, white, peach, nile, maize, jungle green, claret red, tan, navy, black, Italian blue, . tacked and undermined restrictions in Mexico. Lace-trimmed Step-in reinforced t and Lace sly cut and reinforced. Heavy Glove Silk Bloome 2 in flesh and street shades. t ‘llrl‘:nnllergymcn and m turies. y Pure Silk M & st ith two-tone ribbon should: hops state they are (‘arr;:m" ¥ "ihe churen to the Amers | CHURCH PLAN HERE AIDED. Extra Heavy Pure Silk Mi ing the example of | i the vest. Long reinforcements and generously ‘who has come into| gm LOUIS, December 16 UP).—The QU PTG Bl i it aibn t oy orum through diplo- | 2 : E agencies and other- | €Xecutive committee of the Disciples mpt to justify the |of Christ (Christian Church) met here | vesterday to discuss means of raising funds to build a $1,000,000 church in ops state the letter is not | Washington. o political intervention ot | It was announced that R. A. Long, )y sort by the American | Wealthy Kansas City lumber dealer, Trimmed Bloomer quality of the crepe is splendid and the trimmings are dainty cream Valenciennes or Irish lace used generously and smartly— or applique net. There are dozens of fas- ating styles, pleated models, new neck- lines, square, V and round, and a number of | models with intriguing lace inserts, $3.95 Grey Shops—Second Floor Grey Shops—Second Floor. Gift Handkerchiefs Fascinating styles, novelty patterns—price ranges wide enough to 4 thud e s s meet any gift budget, and daily we reccive handkerchiefs by the fhen | Iereestistuglc oo ntbu tion o date Irundreds to keep up with the great demand. talling the ; | Linen Novelty Handkerchiefs $ 1 .65 truth and empl & the prmcmlu The proposed church will be at | Box of 3 we sound a warning to Christian cf very popular gift nun ) doubt, because of the ) foundations are again urdina 3 ays the letter h This i not des e the religious | splendid quality of linen and the compreh ve range of patterns and controver in Mexico, but to set it styles from which to choose. White and lovely colors elaborated by &t rest fo The Mexican govern- embroidered applique effects or net, and you can choose any three nd undermined.” 2 ) ment, in taking its case to the Ameri- that you desire. 4 i @ can people, must in turn be judged by 5 I American standards, he says. liace-Trimmed *Kerchiefs | E One in a Special Gift Box $]-50 The letter takes up the’ differences ous and civil liberty under the Mexican Constitutions You can give one hankerchief without hesitation if it is one of these perfectly exquisite sheer linens with delicate lace border. And for the friendly gift—this is an excellsnt suggestion. . “No American can accept 1 theory of government as Practically Unlimited Assortments Awaiting Your Selection! Grey Shops—Second Floor Silk Stockmgs No Others Quite lee Gold Strip For Glfts' No others with the garter “run” protection—No others that give such complete satisfaction! Painin. $5.70 A Generous Gift Chiffon vwngh(—-s:lk to the top—in any of 32 shades tor day or evening wear! Done here has that distinctive appearance of yell done—you will find nowherc else. 7, FURRIER WOL reprored the Mexic: with fundamental justice ut repudiating his own traditions and ideals. Quotations Support View. “In the commonly accepted Ameri- can doctrine “a constitution vests the government with such rights and powers are necessary for the Droper exercise of its just functions, and at the same time forbids it to en- croach upon the rights of a higher grder which come to man, mot. from the people, nor from the state, nor irom any aggregation of states, but Styles, colors and fab- from e Creator of th men and states, Almighty God. This conception rics to set off new Win- is wholly in keeping with the teaching | |f ter ©of_the Catholic Church.” I The letter quotes from the Declara-y\ tion of Independence, the Catholio the \& Blanket Kobe, Single pairs—$1.95 pair Give her the Silk Stockings she prefers! Between F and G Sts. N.W. 614 12th St. N.W. $5.00 to $7.50 The Negligee Shop locks like Paris these days! Gift Negligees Gorgeous things—dainty things—intriguing tailored things— cleverly simple affairs—every desirable type of negligee. A wide cnough price range—a kaleidoscope of glorious colorings—al types irom warm comfy blanket robes to fragile laces—and all are so moderately priced. Two Departments—Street Floor and Second Floor CUFF GLOVES A Christmas sale of stunning styles—all sizes—all fresh, new goods. NOVELTY CUFF GLOVES of French kid in smart, new styles and in the best shades—black, white, gray, tan, brown d beaver. SLIP-ON GLOVES, of washable suede § in the fashionable soft shades of beige and ecru (guaranteed washable). J sLIPoON GLOVES; of French kid in white and black—of superb quality— BLANKET ROBES, splendid quality, stunning pat: MI’ 9 fine, soft skins. terns, with raglan slceves, fulllength tuxedo collars, Silk St cord girdle and smart silk plad binding e eoer e ok $7.50 il Fes FRINGED SILK NEGLIGEES, Paris replicas, in heavy crepe de chine, with four tiers of long silk fringe sloss and fringe around narrow roll collars o ALBATROSS LINED ROBES, In lovely crepe chine, beautifully tailored models with smart rolled Solars $19.50 SATIN QUILTED ROBES with marabou trim—a lux- urious model that has beautifully tailored full set-in sleeves—a. long tuxedo collar, dainty silk mull linin, nd Sl Cord BIRIS ........r.ss = 2nd $16.50 —And the:e are only a few of the lou ly thi; await- ing you in the beautiful new Grey Shop:—y&m Floor. Friday Is Still Friday—Remnants Tomorrow! —And This Friday—Values Are More Remarkable Than Ever! Hundkcrclucf Shop——Enlur'ed for Glfin—Sfrut Floor Timed Exactly For Your Holiday Needs 144 Bottles French Perfume At a Very Special Price 50c “Suivez Moi” (Follow Me), a fastidious fragrance that is very popular with well dressed women. Jasmine, Narcisse, Chypre. Put Up In Stunning Minute Bottles! $3.50 Size Coty’s Perfume $1.95 A very special price—]-oz. bottle in L'Origan odor only. Only a limited quantity. Shop early. Perfume Shop—Street Floor Six Specials—Unusually Priced— CREPE DE CHINE NEGLIGEE, lovely dainty model sloss with georgette ruffles, in attractive tiered treatment.. VELVET CORDUROY ROBES—A snug and comfy model in wide wa'e effect with long roll collar and set-in sleeves~$5 with a turned-back cuff ......... 1214 F St. N.W. A Splendid Gift For Mother! The New “La Garde” Pouch Bag, $12.50 A new number planned especially for Christmas. This is the famous bag that has a secret pocket, you know, and this partic- ular model is interpreted in the very pop- ular reptilian leathers. Brown, tan, blue and black—so You can buy it to match her fur coat and, of course, you will pleasa her. Handbag Shop—Street Floor. Just Arrived—More of Our Famous 60-Inch Imitation Pearl Ropes The smartest jewelry vogue of the sea- son—the favorite and the most popular number in our jewelry shop—no doubt the most popular single number in the city because of the remarkable value. s .95 All beautiful high luster French inde- structible pearls—some with knots be- tween each bead. Costume Jewelry—Street Floor . An Unusual Selling For Friday and Saturday of ) Women’s and Misse: DRESSES A new arrival of these smart frocks makes this an eventful offering at $1 5.00 All the new wmaterials and colors predominate. In sizes 14 to 44. FUR COATS A Supreme Christmas Gift W hat better gift than a luxurious Fur Coat? All reduced to sensational values Beautiful Gift Suggestions -] Perfect Silk Hosiery Beauty—Service—V alue.. Comfy Corduroy Robes Lovely Silk Quilted Robes Sheer Gowns Quality Vests Street Floor, Complete Line of Buckles Rhinestone 552.50 to $20.00 Cuis Seeal Beautifully Boxed Boudoir Slippers All Wanted Shades $1.95 to $6.00 -4:;»5l|i'&1!“.fj’\1l¥lfl&ffl!&igwflrfl‘LOlliB Gold Co J $100 Sale Friday 15 Splendid Fur Coats Original Prices, $125 to $195 Each Including kid caracul in grey and cocoa—curly lamb in grey with fox collars to match skins— straightline coats of sealine (dyed coney) trimmed with nat- g ural and dyed sduirrel colars s and cuffs. Sizes from misses’ 18l years to women's size 40. Al No Exclnnga or Credits All Sales Final! Fur Shop—Fourth Floor Women's Coat Kemnants! 7—$2v.0v VVOMEN’S‘i ?OPOOA'I S—in_tan and grey mixturs an joose swagger siyle treatment: $l4'50 0-$45 ATTRA n brown or grey nx'ord clem o §19, (e FUI? TRIMMED COATS—Brown eloria witl beaver collars. . $39'50 10—8§69.50—~WOMEN'S RICHLY FURRED COATS Smart straight line styles in Estrella, Monte- bello and Veloria with trimmings of caracul and squirrel in coilar and .urm sets. Black, grackle, wine and $39 50 brown 2—$79.50 W e E'D COATS—In rich grey mixtures witl ap fox cotlars * $49.50 S TUNNING FUR- Black, Paris blu-, wine lnd 2—39950 WOMEN'S FU Novelty fabrics with shawl col- $5 and lining of Burunduki. .50 98.50—$125 WOMEN'S STUNNING FU TRIMMED COATS—Kashmir suede, broadtail cloth and Venis: beaver and squirrel—mushroom colla inum fox. "Red, rust, brown §60 50 pla and_ black.. 8—$98.50 WOMEN'S ~'SHAWL COLLARED COATS—Black Mosulara with black lynx shawl collars and and cuffs. 1—$110 WOMAN'S FUR-LINED SPORTS COAT —A grey and red gorgeous checked novelty fabric with fur lining and nray $89 50 wolf collar. with collar, cuff and poc! linin~ of en~wflaked Susliki 5—$165 WOMEN’'S BROADTAIL CLOTH COATS —Stunning s with shaw! ~~'lare Af black lynx, pointed wolf and plm- $98 50 $10.75 John Martin Rai 25 of these famous English-m: green, tan, brown and purple. LORED COAT5—~ Misses Coats—Fnday' 4—$25-$29.50 MISSES! SPORT COATS—attrac- tive tweeds and mixtures in straightline and belted Brown, black white 6—$69.50 MISSES’ COATS—N‘. popular suede finish or close Ibncl—wl(h rich collars and cuffs of mink and natural squirrel. Pa 539.50 blue, wine and black qeoe 4—-389-50 MISSES’ FUR- TRIMMED TRAVEL OATS—smart beited models of attractive lnort fabrics with muffler collars of atail onoosum and o'atinum wolf. .. 9.50 MISSES' STUNNING DRESS COATS—" ght line models with collars and atinum wolf an mink sonirrel. Suede finish and pile fabrics n 849 50 rustic brown, green and black. 4—$79.50 MISSES’ FUR- LINED COATS—tweeds and lustral Friday Means Savings In— 802,\Q§I§ Pumps and Oxfords sorsmge 330 250 pairs of Sorosis pumps and oxfords— remnants of this season's models in a great group that includes all sizes, but, of course, not every style m each size~for that is what the “ridav remnant group means—a let-go of short lines and discontinued numbers at tremendous )rice concessions to keep our shoe stock up to date 2t al' times, Materials: Heels: Colors: gflin Low Tan e Medium Brown Sl High Black Calf Blonde Velvet All Sales Fmal' $1.75-$3.00 Boudoir Slippers $1.45 Excellent for Christmas gifts because of styles and all the d-nnble colors for your selection. Sizes 3 to 8. Men’s $1.95 Everett Slippers $1.45 The popular felt comfort style in brown, oxford grey or taupe with heavy padded soles and heels. Sizes 6 to 10. Sorosis Shoe Shop—Street Floor Misses’ Frocks— Remnants! 10—$1050-$1250 MISSES’ SMART JERSEY FROCKS—two piece and jumper styles. $5 Paris blue, beige, brown and navy....... s—swso MISSES’ ONE PIECE JERSEY FROCKS with linen collars and cuffs. $10 Paris blue, beige and navy. . 16—$19.50-$25 MISSES’ AFTERNOO FROCKS— in cleverly tucked and i ore n. Also tail- ored twill frocks. . > s o 4-$1950 MISSES’ VELVET FROCKS with velvet jumper bon girdle 5-425 MISSES’ CLOTH FROCKS—jersey and | in two-piece and bolero styles in $15 - choice of Chanel red and navy...... MISSES’ DANCE FROCKS—taffeta_and tulle combmuhan in bouffant treat- §15 le ment. Flesh a $15 10—$29.50 MISSE FROCKS—satin, fat crepe and velvet. 4—$30.50-349.50 MISSES’ ONE-OF-A-KIND FROCKS—crepe Roma and flat crepe §OI5- and a choice of green, wine and navy 10—$35-939.50 MISSES' = CLOTH FROCKS— bolero, jumper and straight line styles in jer- sey, twill or Kasha and in either black, §91 hplilck red or beig . MISSES’ DANGE FROGKS-—the popular e i e o SO georgette or satin. Lrplhck rld. flnh $2§ and flat crepe, n.or ette blue, beige and £ X NC ROCKS—vel- velvet wl(h Qlorod skirts and lace col- lai . ISSES' VELVET FROCKS with the ver: smart metal bodice—skirts of black wlt% silver bodi and wine with silver bodice. Some satin in smart bolero and jumper s35 styling . . 9. 5 M ROCKS—vel- vet and chiffon in smart basque treatment and a choice of China blue or sss maize .. Shops—Third Floor Women’s Dresses— Remnants 8—$15—$19.50 WOMEN'S SATIN DRESSES— tailored styles in black, green treatments—green, navy, grey and bluck 10—-35 WOME .50 WOMEN'S TAILORED SILK FROCKS—some soft enough for formal after- noon wear. Georgette and striped cr.nl .Gr'y, green, tan, navy and sls 50 ack ... 10—;39.50 to''$60.80 'WOMEN'S "AFTERNOON OCKS —quite _new fnodels in " aatin, QQOI‘QG e an at .crepe. irey, brown, black and navy » $25 950 WOMEN'S DINNER 'AND EVE- NING FROCKS—very attractive in crepe m-n with' gold lace, Elizabeth ‘crepe §90) and georgette. Sizes 36 to 40.. 11—$30.00 o $19.50 WOMEN'S CLOTH FRocKs —tailored and more dressy _styles—Peach, royal blue, navy and garnet. Size 36 to 40 . 50 WOMEN'S ALL- OCCASION FROCKS—g-orwl!tc cupo, satin, frost crepe and faille in afternoon styles. Beaded effects in draped and flared styles for eve- @90 5() ni Sizes 36 to 44, s 12449 to $69.50 WOMEN' DISTINCTIVE frost creuo. AFTERNOON FROCKS—velve crepe Roma, satin and georgette; §3Q 5() smart colors. Sizes§3 to 44 10—$49.50 +n %6950 WOMEN'S STUNNING DIN- NER AND EVEN'NG FROCKS—satin m-.. georgette and chiffon, beaded and @30 50 % flower trimmed. Women’s F-ock Shoo—Second Floor. 19 All-Wool Windbreaker Sweaters, Special $5 Made just like the popular windbreaker jacket. only knitted in check and plaid body with mono- tone effect in collar, cuff and waistband. Woolly and warm—all with the popu'ar saddle shoulder and two_pockets with button and flap. Tans, blues and greens, in a good size range. Sportswear Shop—Fourth Floor Hats—Remnants—Friday! A tremendous Remnant group— at a sensationally low price! Get yourself an extra hat Friday in this remarkable o pomnmy sale. merely nominal, we want to elelr out stock of h: $2 00 The $2 price is s llul ave been slishtly mussed through * handling in our recent sales. ‘. are mostly velvet in very attractive style treatments and of a quality fabric that you would afternoon wear and small hats for fur coats. Black and many stunning colors— Some two-tone effects— Interesting style treatments— ardly dream of at a price as low as this. Large hats for $9.00 All Sales Final! Millinery Shop—Friday