Evening Star Newspaper, December 20, 1928, Page 26

THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C.. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, - PLAYWRIGHT, DIES “Peg 0’ My Heart” Author Had Been Il Since Last Summer. the Associated Press. NEW YORK, December 20.—Broad- | oday mourned J. Hartley Manners, ) zht and actor, best known as the uthor of “Pego’ My Heart,” one of the most popular plays ever produced in erica. wife, Lourette Taylor, the actress, to fame as Peg in her hus- d’s play, was with him when death ame last night at their home, on River- side drive. He was 58 years old. Mr. Manners had been ill since last Summer and a_month ago underwent an operation. His health failed steadily since then. Career Began in 1898. Born in London, Mr. Manners started s career as an actor in Melbourne, alia, in 1898. He returned to Lon- den the next vear and after appearing several productions came o New in 1902 with a company in his he achieved wide fame. In that year he wrote and produced “Peg o' My Heart,’ g Laurette Taylor, at that time an obscure actress, whom he had arried that same year. The play had of 692 performances on Broadway and established both Manners and Miss Taylor in the theatrical world. Record for Royalties. It has been estimated that “Peg o’ My Heart” has been played more than 500,000 times on various stages and has been translated into almost every known Janguage. It is estimated to have earned its author more royalties than any play in the history of the theater with the | of Boxville, N. Y. exception of “Abie’s Irish Rose.” In all, Mr. Manners has written or collaborated on more than 30 plays. After his marriage Miss Taylor ap- peared in the leading roles of most of His last play to be produced roadway was ‘“The National An- them,” in 1923. He had not been active in the theater In recent years He explained he could not compete with the sex dramas that flooded the New York stage and he ad- | vocated a return to a clean theater. PRISON LABOR BILL PASSES IN SENATE Measure Will Go to Conference for Adjustment of Minor Amendments. The bill authorizing States to bar from sale within their boundaries goods manufactured by other States) prison labor, yesterday passed the Senate by a vote of 65 to 11. The bill, sponsored by Senator Hawes, already has passed the House and now goes to conference for the adjustment of minor amendments before it is submitted to the President. The Senate changed the bill to make the interim before its provisions could become effective five years rather than three as proposed by the House. The main attack upon the measure, which was: supported by the American Federation of Labor, was from Sena‘ors who believed it unconstitutional. Among these was Senator Goff, Repub- lican, West Virginia, who made an un- successful effort to have the measure sent to judiciary committee for | hearings on.its constitutionality. The measure was assailed by Senator Borah, Republican, Idaho, as a proposal which would enable each State to say what interstate commerce should be permitted within that State. This, he said, was in conflict with the Constitu- tion which only gave the Federal Gov- :ménent the right to regulate interstate rade. Senator Walsh, Democrat, Montana, on the other hand, contended that the bill was not in conflict with the Consti tution. He declared that it was entirely proper for a State to come to Congress for relief when that State by its own constitutional rights cannot pass the legislation to keep certain goods out its boundaries. Colored Women Accidentally Shot. Claiming to have been accidentally | shot by a roomer in her home, Mary Jones, col%red‘ 28, of South Washington, Va., was faken to Emergency Hospital and found to be suffering from gunshot wounds in the left arm and chest. Her condition is serious. The woman is quoted as having told third precinct police that she was accidentally shot by Douglas Smith of the same gddress. e Real Estate Men to Dine. Bpecial Dispatch to The Star. FAIRFAX, Va., December 20.—A ban- quet and meeting of the Arlington- Fairfax County and Alexandria Real Estate Board will .be held tomorrow, Back From Europe HAVENNER IS GIVEN VOTE OF CONFIDENCE Dahlgren Civic Group Adopts Reso- lution for President of Federation. | Resolutions expressing the confidence of the body in Dr. George C. Havenner, president of the Federation of Citizens Associations, and urging the allotment budget for the District were adopted last night by the Dahlgren Terrace Citi- zens' Association at a meetitg in the Social Oyster Club house, Twelfth street. and Rhode Island avenue. | The latter resolution specified, how- ,ever, that the total appropriation - for | the schools should not exceed one-third of the revenues from all sources in the District. Embodied in the same measure was an indorsement of the proposal of Charles Carusi, president of the Board of Education, that the board's estimates | for public ‘school expenses be forwarded lm the Bureau of the Budget, with such | recommendations as the District Com- | missioners might make. | The vagrancy bill now pending in tion, as was the Community Chest and a resolution adopted by the Brookland Citizens' Association requesting the pur- | chase by the District of three lots ad- jacent to the. southwest corner of the Brookland ‘School. A plea to the District authorities for the establishment of a branch of the Public Library in the community was made by the citizens. No Jailer Needed. BOONE, N. C. (). —Watauga County | needs no jailer as it has no prisoners | Recently the keeper resigned, so the | | job remains open and the jail doors of $3,000,000 for the 1931 public school ! Congress was approved by the associa- yunlocked. | R R R B B B R R N R B B R B B B B 2 B R B B B B 2 ANITA LOOS, Author of “Gentlemen Prefer Blonds,” | has returned to New York, after an ex- tended European visit, TARIFF BOARD CLOSES LINSEED OIL HEARING Briefs on Production Costs Ordered | Filed by January 26 by Commission. By the Associated Press. The Tariff Commission yesterday closed its hearing on production costs | of linseed oil, after R. S. Crawford | representing the Congoleum Nairn Co., indicated that | an increase in the import duty on lin- seed oil would be met by a plea from domestic manufacturers for protection against imported linoleum. Crawford, who said he voiced the sentiment of linoleum manufacturers | consuming 20 per cent of allslinseed oil produced in the United States, urged the necessity of adequate domestic pro- duction of oil. “We feel that if there is an 1ncrease| in the linseed oil duty we should have to seek protection against imported | linoleum,” he said, adding that, in his opinion, an increase in the linseed oil duty would be justified if the import duty on flaxseed were raised. Samuel Matlack of Philadelphia, rep- resenting the American Paint & Var- nish Manufacturers’ Association, also | testified that he believed an increase in the flaxseed duty would justify a| demand on the part of domestic flax- seed crushers for a compensatory in- crease in the linseed oil duty. The commission set January 26 as the time limit for fjing of briefs in the case. Art Goebel Under Knife. ‘WICHITA, Kans., December 20 (#).— Arthur C. Goebel, holder of flying records and one of the outstanding ' pilots in the country, underwent an op- eration in Wichita Hospital yesterday for appendicitis. His condition was re- satisfactory last nigh { IFTS of Furniture —may be sclected here with the assurance of best values. George Plitt Co., Inc.| Paintine—Upholstery—Draveries Phone M. 718 13th St. 4224 Sunday Excursions $3.50 Philadelphia $3.25 CHESTER $3.00 WILMINGTON AND RETURN Sunday, December 30 SPECIAL TRAIN Leaves Washington ........7.30 A M. RETURNING, leaves Philadelphia (Broad St. 740 P.M. ‘West _ Philadelphia 745 PM. Chester 8.05 P.M., Wil: mington 825 P.M. Pennsylvania Railroad - INFLUENZA Capon Healing Water is tonic, aperi- ent, diuretic and mildly laxative. Pala- table, odorless and free from drugs. Its use fortifies against contagious dis- eases by eliminating poisons from the system. Call Franklin 7143 for further information or call at Room 208 Dis- beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Wash- ington Golf and Country Club. trict National Bank Building. Exceptional Frocks—Extraordinary Values! Silk and Wool Dresses Every dress in this wonderful group is worth dollars more; smartly tailored frocks of wool tweeds and soft, warm fabrics . . . dresses of sleek satin, smart and fashionable crepes in all the seasonable new colors approved by fashion. Dresses that will sell at a glance. Sizes for women and misses. Infants’ $2.98 Sets, 1.98 Cap, sacque and bootees, of soft wool; dainty colors. $2.98 Bandeau Sets, 1.98 Heavy crepe de chine sets, lace trimmed or tailored. $1.39 Crepe Pajamas, $1 Also Nightgowns; novel- ty effects and plain col- ors; some handmade. Downstairs Store Girls’ $7.50 Coats, $5 Fur-trimmed Coats, of wool cloakings, smartly fashioned. 7-14 years. $5 Embr. Kimonos, 3.98 Black backgrounds em- broidered in attractive colors. Boys’ $1.25 Suits, $1 Wash Suits, in novelty effects or plain colors; various styles. 3-7 years. 50c Embr. Scarfs, 29¢ White, with embroid- ered designs; scalloped edges. Hemstitched Towels, 29¢ Large size, fine quality huck, with colored bor- ders. Fancy Linens $1 Centerpieces, Boxed Scarfs, Vanity Sets, etc. if desired. Fancy Linens 59c Scarfs or Vanity Sets, ,of pure linen; neatly hemmed. Turknit Towel Sets, 79¢ Large Turkish bath towels and 2 large wash cloths, boxed. 79¢ Crib Spreads, 59¢ Krinkle Spreads, attrac- tive colored stripes; crib size. Christmas Slippers For Men, Women, Children—At Savings! Men'’s Leather Slippers, 1.95 Tan kid with thickly padded soles and heels; Everett styles; 5‘(fi to1l. Boys’sizes,2!; to6. Imp. Bridge Cloths, 59¢ Porto Rican Hand-em- broidered Cloths, in neat designs; napkins to match, 4 for 29¢. $5 Linen Sets, 3.98 Luncheon Sets, of pure linen; 54x70-inch cloth, six napkins. $5 Warm Blankets, 3.97 Wool and cotton mix- ed, 70x80 inches; block plaids with bound ends. flexible heels. Men’s Leather Slippers, 2.49 Everett and Romeo styles; soles and rubber Downstairs Store $5 Bedspreads 3.98 Heavy Quality Rayon Seamless Bedspreads, jacquard weave; 80x103 inches, $2.25 Cotton Spreads, 1.79 Attractive Krinkle Spreads, double or twin bed size; attractive colors. 69c Pillowcases 49c Of excellent quality casing, with lace edge and medallions. Turknit Sets 50c 4 large Turknit wash cloths, assorted colors; hoxed. $5 Blankets 3.98 “Lady Pepperell” Part- wool Blankets, 66x80 inches; dainty colors. Women’s Hose 9% Rayon and ‘Wool Hose, gray, tan, toast. 8% to 10. Women’s Felt Slippers, 1.79 Heel and fawn leather sole; smart shades; trimmings. attractive All sizes. Full-fashioned Hose, 79¢ Service and Sheer Silk Hose; also Bemberg Hose. 815-10. Men’s Underwear, 79¢ Gray_ Random Shirts and Drawers; 36 to 44. Children’s Underwear, 59¢ 2 for $1. Waist Suits, in white or gray ran- dom. 2 to 12 years. $16.50 Satin-Covered Comforts There are just 12 of these beautiful, high quality comforts—and For they are real value! pure lamb's wool; floral center coverings with solid borders, or solid-colored silk both sides. All in perfect condition. Downstairs Store they’ll go quickly. Men’s Underwear 1.19 Slight seconds; random union medium weight. gray suits; Extra Size Hundreds of Hats Made to Sell Up to $5.00 N RN R N BN SN SN R BB ER RSN Underwear, 59¢ Women's Knit Union Suits, with built - up shoulders, cuff knee. 46 to 50. 4 - Misses’ Hose 59¢ Shaped Rayon and Wool Hose; - assorted colors. 8-10. Men’s Golf Hose, 59¢ Gray or navy, with con- trasting checks. 10-11%%. Men’s Hose, 29¢ Black and novelties. Some seconds. They're filled with Men’s Golf Hose, 29¢ Gray and White Cot- ton Hose; 10 to 11, Boys’ Sport Hose, 29¢ Some slight irregulars; 7, length: variety of checks. . Women’s Underwear, 59¢ Bloomers, Shirts, Pants and Extra Size Vests, *10 Women’s 79¢ Hose, 59¢ Rayon and Wool Hose, in six new shades. 81% to 10. Full-fashioned Hose, 1.19 Silk to top or with lisle hem; service and sheer weigths; new colors. 815-10. 5 fes <; 25> s 3 s SBNBIBIBIBZ - 3 3.7 3 PALAIS G STREET AT ELEVENTH $5.50 Doll Carriages, 3.49 Generous savings! Hand- some carriages with fibre bodies, roll edge hoods and reclining backs, wire wheels and extra size tires; blue, tan and ivory enam- eled finishes. Story Books for Children, 69¢ 300 pages, fully illustrated. The ‘k{\"'! of stories that children like. Base Ball Game $1 A very popular and interesting game of indoor base ball. $16.50 Velocipedes 12.98 seat and handle Ball-bearing wheels. $3.80 Train Transformers 295 75-watt transformers, suit- able for all electric toys. Fully guaranteed. $3.98 Bottle Baby, 1.98 - Dressed in pretty organdie frocks. Fire Chief Auto 8.98 A real speedy car for the boys. Adjustable bars. % NicKel-plated bell. ?5.;. S — . Stemware Regul, i Sne e 45¢ Crystal bowls, needle etched, with green stem, and foot; goblets, tumblers, ice cream dishes, ete. Console Set, 1.00 Large roll edge bowl with light floral cutting in green or rose colors, - with candlesticks to match. 32.Pc. Cottage Dinner Sets, 3.98 Beautiful ivory porcelain sets, new shape; beaded and scal- loped edges; yellow and black floral designs. Imported $5.95 Waffle Sets, 4.95 Six cups and saucers, six serv- ing plates, one covered batter jug and 1 covered syrup jug. $7.95 Luncheon Sets 5.95 23 pes. imported china sets, beautifully decorated: several patterns to choose from. v . . . hurry to Toyland! mas are growing less! Anc see . whizzing acroplan als . d Other toys, $15 Sport Roadsters, 11.95 Whoopee! youngster like: and well toy every Fast, strong constructed ; equipped with mud running board, wind s lights, bumper and brake—all ready to go Carrom Boards 3.98 The magic board suitable for 59 games from checkers to billiards; complete with all equipment. $3.50 Fox Play Gun, 2.49 Double - barrel . gun, breech loading, instructive and harm- less. 2 Toyland—Second ' Floor “Manning & Bowman” Electrical Appliances Are Gifts Worth While Percolator Sets © $28.50 Set, 21.50 4-Pc. Sets . . . 9-cup percolator, tray, sugar and creamer. $26.25 Set, 16.50 9-Cup_percolating urn, tray, sugar and creamer. $19 Set, 15.45 7-Cup percolating urn, taper shape, round tray, sugar and creamer. $10 Waffle Irons, 6.50 Pure aluminum grids, double heating element. $3.75 Toasters, 2.95 Two-slice toasters with heating shelf, cord and plug. $10 Percolator, 6.85 Seven-cup size; attractive new rhape. $5 Electric Irons, 2.95 Smooth nickel ironing surface. 6-Ib. size; guaranteed. $6 Heating Pads, 4.95 Soft covering; 3 heats, low, medium and high. Electrical Appliances Fourth Floor Is crying ROYAL TELEPHONE MAIN 8780 umber of days to Christ- 1t so many things to Sotu in and out of for m: a and his too, in $5 Mack Dump Trucks, 2.98 A strong, durable toy that provides many pleasant hours; bright enamel sh—prices that reveal real savings! Mechanical Train Sets, 89¢ —a thrilling_toy for kiddies; complete ‘with engine, cars and track. $2 Steam Shovel 1.00 An interesting toy for the kiddie! Strong. durable auto steel steam shovel. $3.25 Doll Bassinets, 1.98 Dainty little beds for dolly! Ivory, blue, rose and green enameled finish. Mattress to Fit 50¢ Enamelware Specialty Priced! Vegetable Bins. 1.00 Vegetable Bins 125 Kitchen Refuse Cans, 1.00 Roll-top Bread Boxes, 1.00 Round Corner Bread Boxes' ... ... .8% Home Needs Bath Stools. ... 98¢ Kitchen, Stools. 1.00 Food Choppers....1.00 Mayonnaise Mixers, 95¢ Drainer & Dryer..1.00 O’Cedar Mop Set, 1.00 Fourth Floor urniture Gifts At Unusual Savings! Practical Items of Value! Smoking Stands $16 Floor Lamp, 9.75 ls% to 331/30/0 Less Complete with beautiful silk sh;xde.. Many are floor samples . . . priced at generous $63 Royal Easy Chair, 49.50 savings—for gift-giving. Upholstered in blue and taupe Jacquard velour. $97 Spinet Desks, 77.50 $79 Club Chair, 37.50 Crotch mahogany veneer on gumwood, Ser- Upholstered in blue and taupe Jacquard velour. pENCHe o $13.75 End Tables, 7.50 $67 Writing Desk, 44.75 Mahogany:top afidishelt-with BRCR AR Tk, Rich maple with four Iarge.rqomy drawers. 9.75 . -ll Se - $65 Armchairs, 4250 M vy s y 0. Spring seat and back, tapestry and mohair X L Fnameled and decorated on solid mahogany. coverings. s $79 Hall Cabinet, $65 $4.25 Console Mirror, 1.98 Semi-Venetian mirrors, 1254x21%4 inches. Enamel and decorated double-door hall cabinct b > $89—3-Pc. Fibre Suite, 48.50 with fluted legs. Frosted red with spring cushions and base. $49.75 Spinet Desks, 35.50 \' Bedding Values! . Mahngalny Veneer -and Gumwood, rigidly con- structed. $19.75 Tea Wagon, 14. (2) $29.50 Box Springs, 4-6. .18.75 (6) $11.75 Brown Metal Beds, 7.15 (1) $12.50 Felt Mattress, 4-6.-8.75 Mahogany finish™with separate glass tr $7.50 Radio Benches, © 5 (1) $19.75 Felt Mattress, 4-6. .12.25 (1) $25 Felt Mattress, 4-6. . . .16.95 Covered in red or green velour; pol;. irome (1) $17.75 Felt Mattress, 4:6, 12.95 bases. Furniture. a®d Beding—Fourth Floor $189 Living Room Suite, 97.50 SRR R SRR AR R R . —“ All Priced at $1.00 For Friday and Saturday Only Included in this group are all the late Winter modes Felt, Velvet and Me- tallic, Velour, Satin and Metallic, Plain Metallic and Feather Hats, in all colors. We have disregarded former selling prices in order to present to the thrifty buyers an unusual opportunity to pur- chase a hat for Christmas at an un- precedented low price. Only the fact that we are manufacturers selling direct to the public, makes this price possible. Manufacturer’s Samples! Unusual Values! Four Wonderful Groups at a fraction of their real worth! Drapery, Curtain and Upholstery Fabrics l4c | 24c | 44c | T4c J Each Striped Damask Duplex Rayons Colored Casement Cloth Colored Marquisettes " Figured Damask Striped Rayons Colored Rayons 2D 2D D 2D BB R D R D, NAMAVAMAMAVAVAVAMAVAMAVAMAYA > L ' ChristmasGift Suggestions Underthings . . . Women’s Hosiery . . Handkerchiefs for Men, Women and Childre . . . Men’s Neckwear . . . Scarfs . . . Glove: . + « Costume Jewelry . . .. Handbags . . . and many other items. Open Every Day Until 6 P. M. 12th and G Sts. N.W. Entrance 1202 G St. T 2] A T P T R b e P T el T Striped Rayons Blocked Voiles Flowered Rayons Colored Voile: Dotted Marquisettes Striped Rayons Rayon ‘Casement Cloth Figured Rayons iséttes | Plain Colored Figured Voile Rayons French Margquisettes | Rayon Marquisettes | Colored Rayons Striped Damask Figured Rayons Figured Damask A wonderful opportunity’for Generous. Savings! Downstairs Store bk o e Two-piece Suite in mohair and velour combi- nation. N Y L Y B