Evening Star Newspaper, January 21, 1927, Page 27

THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C., FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 1927 Woodmard & Lothvop 10th, 11th, F and G Streets | WS CHRPLINPUTS ALMORYLPTOL S Jnoome. Tax Liens Balk At-| { tempt to Collect—Asks | © Blair to Aid Her. WEEK-END CANDY SPECIAL—2 pounds, 95c. Two pounds of our home- made assorted chocolate creams, bonbons and nuts; made fresh daily. McCALLUM ALL-SILK, SERVICE- WEIGHT HOSE—In the new Spring shades—Ivory, Lotus, Platinum, French Nude, Nagree, Pelican, Rachelle, Zinc and Peach. $2.75. Hostery Section. First floor Candy Section, Fourth fleor. Men'’s Colored Shirts ai Low Clearance Prices $I.85 and $2.85 At $1.85 At this greatly reduced price one may ¢ choose from almniclt all 1hct hmor; g sopular types of collar-to-match an 1 $2.50 and |11r,-fklmxu!'<3\'(c< olored Shirts. Checks, | VY plaids, stripes and a few pleated | g bosoms assure a selection that will satisfy both | modish and conservative tastes. B the Assoclated Press. LOS ANGELES, January 21.—Lita | @rey Chaplin tugged in vain at the purse strings of her screen star hus. band today in an effort to collect §14, 0 temporary allmony and attorney’s fees, while the greater part®of the Chaplin fortune to be uncovered since her divorce petition was filed turned up on the other side of the continent. The scene of activity shifted to New | York last night when it became known that the Government had filed income .tax liens against Chaplin for more | 3 than $1,650,000 and that Chaplin A, < = Wer, was reported to have withdrawn half | a million dollars from a New York bank a few minutes b authorities tied up his accounts. Mrs. Chaplin Balked. ., So far Mrs. Chaplin, who alleged her husband had a fortune of $16,000. 000, has been balked at every turn to collect alimony. Although Superior Judge Walter P. Guerin yesterday or- | dered the receivers of Chaplin's prov- | erty here to pay her the $14,400, in- come tax liens filed by the Govern ment here tied up available funds amounting to $17,000 and she was pre vented from collecting. Her attornevs appealed to the commissioner of inter. . o) Py .nal revenue at Washington to lift the Expressive of the spirit of ne;.d here so the alimony might be youth for debutante paid. Informed that Chaplin had allegedly | and co-ed withdrawn $500,000 from the Bowery and East River National Bank in New York, the recefvers here pointed out that their information showed he had oply a little more than $10,000 to Is credit there—$3,013.99 in his own Misses” Spring Dresses e Exploit the new Vee and Square necklines — the Compose theme—and the Belted vogue $25 to $35 Every new fashion of the Spring mode is found in this collection — in charmingly vauthful versions. Of Can- ton crepe, crepe de chine, satin crepe and chiffon. Smart Felt Hats In the Misses’ Specialized Millinery Section $8.75 At $2,85 There's such an abundance of the very newest and finest of shirtings at Were $4 thi< price that there almost seems to and §5 be no reason for reductions on such merchandise. Pleated bosoms and negligee fronts and a few of the latest two-collar- to-match styles. THESE SPRING COLORS Ivory, Rose, Gooseberry, Gobelin, Dogwood, Ra- diance, Swallow, Flemish, Mother Goose, Grecian, Pal- metto, Athenia and Goya. Sketched— Grecian . Rose Crepe Dress, 4 Charming little “affairs” de- with gray tie and gray U For the Mid-Year Graduate veloped in softest light- suede belt, $25. weight felt—with just a tiny R S o That long-looked-forward-to event has arrived —Graduation. Woedward & Lothrop is ready name and $7,422.97 to the credit of the brim or a bit of belting rib- Charles Chaplin Film Corporation. bon to simulate one—or in to supply you with smart apparel for that im- portant occasion. Deposits in New York. skull caps, with no brim at Only one of the bank balances, as all. Disp]aving all the new reported by the receivers, showed e o anything near the half-miliion-dollar Spring shades. ;mark. This was a balance of §479.433 Misses' Millinery Section, Third floor. g " gl the Guaranty Trust Co. of New White Dresses, $16.75 to $29.50. For the charming York deposited to the credit of the th ks oihi Charles Chaplin Film Corporation. young graduate ‘ere' are irocks of fine georgette or T e Ve, soother af heavy crepe de chine in new Spring styles. One may $€ Hais1o " the Guaranty bemc choose from becomingly tailored or more elaborate models, with long or short sleeves. Junior Misses’ Section, Fourth floor. Middies and Skirts—for Graded Schools. Regulation Middies of white jean lonsdale, with white braid— $1.50 and $1.95. White Skirt, pleated on body, $2. For New “Gym” Classes. Black Sateen Bloomers, $1.75, $2.25. Serge Bloomers, $4.50. Accounts in other banks were reported #to be small, but the aggregate as re- Full Line of Girl Apparel. Girls' Sections, Fourth floor. ported by the receivers was $913,000. Young Men’s and Youths’ 2. Lyndol L. Young, chief counsel for Mrs. Chaplin, said he expected the < internal revenue commissioner to act i favorably on the request to lift the A splendid lot of the new Our famous 7302 Blue Un- Blue Cheviot Suits in a very finished Worsted Suits rep- scholarly appearing three- resent a very fine grade of button sack model with suitings, creditably tailored in notched lapels. And they are single and double breasted Two-trousers Suits. styles. Men's Clothes Section, Second floor. Men's Furnishings Section. First floor. Women's Georgette and Crepe Dresses $39.50 The most popular fab- rics for Spring fashion these street and after- noon models. New——Girls’ Straw- T rimmed Felt Tams, $5 Compose colors, the use of They’re all the “rage”—and, e id { satin of course, yowll find the i two sides of crepe satin, 3 7 fagoting, beading and me- smartest versions at Wood- tallic embroidery add new wardg& .Lothr?p—qn all the 2 notes to the lovely models new Spring colors. of georgette, crépe satin Also, at this price— z % and crepe de chine, frocks. i ———— Radical Reductions on Many combine two. mate- most effectively. Sketched — Fine tucks and fine pleats add new charm to this square- neck compose blue georgette dress, $39.50. Women’s Dress Sectton, Third floor. - lien on the $17,000 here so Mrs. Chap- 4 Un’s claim might be satisfied. Chaplin left Los Angeles for New York shortly before the divorce peti tion was filed. Sees Temporary Setback. In case the revenue department fails to act favorably, Young declared : the setback in collecting the alimony I would be only temporary, since Chap. lin must post the required $1,000,000 bond releasing the properties or pay the :len‘s. r‘flflul’? to do either would result in the propertes being seized Cl Y Seeti and sold to satisfy the Government's i Gl Boys' Overcoats ties with the Government over the payment of income tax has increased A new blow was struck at him yes ; terday when internal revenue officials here filed an additional tax lien ; @gainst the Charles Chaplin Film Cor- poration for $60,056.74 on corporation Income returns for 1925. Liens total- 2 ing $1,133,778.21 previcusly were filed « against the actor's estate on his per- . Bonal income returns for the years 7 1918, 1919, 1921, 1922, 1923 and 1924. LIENS TIE UP DEPOSITS. Qur entire stock of boys’ fine overcoats—of the best imported and domestic fabrics—offered at these low end-of-the-season prices. Sizes 3 to 10 Years Reduced Prices $9.75 $13.75 $16.75 $19.75 Sizes 11 to 20 Years Reduced Prices $13.75 $16.75 $1875 $26.75 Boys' Section, Feurth floor. FURNITURE GREATLY REDUCED The Semi-Annual Sale brings 20% to 35% reduction.s on t.hou- sands of dollars’ worth of one-of-a-kind suites or occasional pieces Dining Room Furniture—Reduced 6-Piece Dining Room Suite of small propor- tions, consisting of short Buffet, Drop-leaf Table and four Chairs. Reduced to ..$100 10-Piece Early Ametican Dining Room Suite wrought of mahogany and maple veneers. Buffet, Drop-leaf Table, China Cabinet, Serving Table and six Chairs. Reduced ece Dining Room Suite of Spanish de- sign, showing an unusual table with inlaid ornament, Reduced to «vvue........$225 NEW YORK, January 21 (®).— Although Charlie Chaplin’s deposits in New York banks, estimated at $1,500,- < 000, were tied up by income tax liens today, the comedian had on hand $500,- | 000 in cash which he succeeded in Misses” One-Strap * withdrawing befe A li UCP m e PR e says. The money was withdrawn from the $ 1 O Living Room Furniture—Reduced 3-Piece Overstuffed Living Room Suite up- 4 . - Bowery and Bast River National Bank Boys Illlported SCOtCh GI am just 15 minutes . A § ieed ym,,.d.ymm:de;:;v::;;:i In Misses’ Specialized : g - says g A holstered in fine quality blue jacquard Shoe Section xfords and Shoes ~ When the bank opened. the story 2 s velour. Reducedto ..... 125 Eoes, representatives of Mr. Chaplin The smartest feet wear g 5 . 2-Piece Living Room Suite in plain dark green el For et ey RS them—for every debutante Exclusively With Woodward & Lothrop ece Living te in plain gre of the comedian for $500.000. It was and co-ed knows there is 3 % . e . ’ mol'}llaxr and velour w;:)h revefi'stb];sgnng : t on. 5 Made in Great Britain especially for us—these tan cushions, in attractive brocatelle. educe Tiise ATl BATS Bt & et nothing smarter than these u i 7 S S, 3 nuve-of the Internal Revenue Burean roseblush kid, one-strap Scotch iy b’k".g“e ""(’i‘"}“*s “PP““I » *;f’ e "‘“;‘h““ TR e G Bher i | ndicate ater in the day that some S 21 s ki 9 they’re good lool mng-—an t ey appea equally to mothers . Py : Fos 1 pumps, with brown kid ap yreg 4 7 i, = % fl;;’finon"“f:tm:,’fm&:"ffi‘“‘“;]‘:"L‘;;pg‘,: plique, square toe and spike because of their wearing qualities. With oak sole and 2 P‘“:e Living Room s‘“tc of exposed frame Knew o the impending lien. The bank, hidel. heel. Sizes 1 to 6. design, upholstered in rose and gold dam- however, denies at ad b in- e 3 ® A % " i s ffll‘me?hnf t‘:neuprhomd llen and said Also, in patent leather with Black or tan willow calfskin oxfords and high shoes, with ask. A style that is fine for a small apart- even thou; " “ : : > , Bave Mot BAMSINE e e gray kid applique. straight tip and heavy oak sole. ment. Reducedto ...ceveweeeeos...$260 comedian’s check. The liens are based unpeid income taxes, 0" “lesed The action was brought by Frank E. Bowers, collector of internal revenue in this district, and followed similar : actions in Los Angeles. The accounts of the Charles Spencer Chaplin Film Corporation were included in the liens BUREAU BACKS COLLECTOR By the Associated Press bs Angeles in tying inds of Charles ( wife, Lita Grey Cr oring to collect alimony awards The Government, it was said today at the Treasury, will ins ing its tax lien agains s | « Droperty as superior to all others. It | was pointed out that the question of Chaplin's taXxes probably would go through longduu;auon before the de- | partment and wind up by a he: before the Board of Tax Appeaic "% At the same time, if Chaplin has property sufficient to meet all of the harges, his attorneys might surety bonds which woull Government and _rele: money for the continua business. X The Revenue Bureau sald it haq| not yvet recelved an offic s collector was following the | and proper routine in trying ect taxes he believed duc’ the ent | s not Indicated today whe we appeal of Mrs. Chaplin's neys that the Government r some of the funds for her usc nally decided u Mosiosl Qlasess FVitiel Dr. CLAUDE 8. SEMONES Eyesight Specialist PRS- ABAZ::52" Cheques “TRAVEL MONEY” AT THE FEDERAL-AMERICAN World-Wide Banking Seroice Misses' Shoe Section, Third floor. Children’s Shoe Section, Fourth floor. The New Whitney Baby Carriages A shipment has just arrived of our new baby car- riages that will join the promenade in the parks this Spring. These Whitney carriages, strollers and perambulators are uncommonly durable and Pullman Baby Carriages, lined with corduroy. Re- versible body, with long pushbar; artillery rubber tire wheels; adjustable hood and backrest. With safety strap and windshield. Colors: ecru, cafe and Persian blue, $27.50. Others, $18.50 to $46.75. smart in appearance. Made of fine, sturdy ma- terials and well constructed throughout to give excellent service. Pullmanettes, with adjust- able back and footrest. Steel tubular frame. Body and hood lined with corduroy. Complete with windshield. Colors: ecru, tan and Persian blue, $29.50. Others, $27.50 to $34.50 English-style Perambulators—large and roomy, fully lined with leather cloth. With reclining back, double-end tubular handles and safety strap. The nickel joints and trimmings add much to the appearance of the perambu- lator. Wanted colors: fawn, green and blue, $40. Others, $47.50 to $57.50. Not sketched—Open Strollers with leather cloth seat, enamel-finish frame and well-tempered springs. Tan and gray, $15. Other Open Strollers, $5 to- $15.50. With-hoods, $15-t0 $27.50. Baby Carriage Section, Fourth floor. 3-Piece Living Room Suite with inlaid frame, upholstered in taupe jacquard velour, with reversible cushions in harmonizing pattern. Davenport, Coxwell and Armchair.. Re- 3-Piece Living Room Suite with carved ma- hogany frame; upholstered in imported velour; seats and inside backs in figured attern. Reduced to ... $375 2-Piece Living Room Suite finely upholstered and trimmed in imported red velour; fitted with down cushions and three extra pillows. Davenport and small Wing Chair. Reduced $400 | {0 S Living Room Furniture Section, Sixth floor. Bedroom Furniture—Reduced 4-Piece Maple and Gumwood Bedroom Suite with bow-foot Double Bed. Reduced to $210 4-Piece Combination Walnut and Gumwood Bedroom Suite with nine-drawer Vanity. Redueed 16 . .ov v oo soniniiosn oressin o GRD 4-Piece Blister Maple and Walnui Veneer Bedroom Suite in brown harmonizing tones. Reduced to .. fiv a0 YOAS 7-Piece Bedroom Suite excellently constructed of maple, ash and walnut; hand decoration in colors. Large Dresser, Double Bed and five other pieces. Reduced to ........$375 4-Plece Bedroom Suite of distinctive lines, re- splendent in handsome matched walnut veneers. Reduced to ...............$425 7-Piece Decorated Maple and Walnut Bed- room Suite of fine quality and individual character, Reduced to ««smmees oo . $487.50 ‘Bedroom Furniture Section, Seventh Boon, 9-Piece American Walnut Dining Room Suite featuring oblong table and tapestry- covered chair seats. Reduced to $275 10-Piece Dining Room Suite of massive lines. constructed of combination walnut and gumwood in light French walnut finish. Reduetl 100 4. cviusnduchaacs oo v a 3000 10-Piece Dining' Room Suite of Elizabethan inspiration; combination walnut, oak and gumwood. Reduced to . $395 Dining Room Furniture Section, Seventh floor. Occasional Furniture Reduced Fine Solid Walnut Living Room Table of Spanish design, with wrought iron brace. Reduced to ..ce.vc. $50 Carved-frame Hall Chair tapestry. Reduced to .. Imported Carved Oak Armchairs. Redu;zeg R0 i dnse Ve ddss v i sanvene Wrought Iron Console Table with block of marble top. Reducedto ...........$62.50 Overstuffed Armchair, upholstered in taupe jacquard velour with reversible cushion. Reduced to ...... $52 Solid Walnut High-back Armchair with tap estry-covered spring seat. Reduced to $35 Drop-leaf Gate Leg Table turned leg and brace design; oval top. Reduced to $14.75 Mahogany Drop-leaf Tea Wagon with serving tray and drawer. Reduced to $27.50 Combination Walnut and Birch Console Table of unusual, attractive lines. Reduced M e e it samibng e i atlis oo SOT0 Decorated Smokers’ Stands in bright.pumpkin fitiish. Reduced 10 ou..rivcmncess.. 3750 Occasional Furniture Section, Stxth floon upholstered in