Evening Star Newspaper, April 2, 1929, Page 18

SOCIET ; New York Members. . RS. HOOVER, as honérary pres- ident of the Girl Scouts organi- zation, received a small group of members of the organiza- tion from New York in the White House this morning. The Vice President, Mr. Charles Curtis, with his brother-in-law and sis- ter, Mr. and Mrs. Edward E. Gann, will U. 8. England,” where Admiral Life at Sea. in the Chinese room of the Hotel May- flower this evening. guest Mrs, York City. Dean of Corps Honor Guest at Italian Embassy. The Italian Ambassador and Nobil Donna Antoinette de Martino enter- tained at dinner last evening, their guests being the Ambassador of Great Eritain and Lady Isabella Howard, the Ambassador of Cuba, Senor Don Orestes Ferrara; the rector of Georgetown Uni- versity, Father Nevils, 8. J.; Dr. and Mrs. Vernon Kellogg, Baroness van Boetzelaer, wife of the secretary of the Netherlands legation; Mr. Archibald Stone, third secretary,of the Canadian legation; Mrs. Henry F. Dimock, Mrs. George Cabot Lodge, Mrs. Millicent Howard, Miss Mary Patten, Mgr. Ber- nadini of the Catholic University, Mgr. Marella, Father Walsh, Senorita Rose Padilla, daughter of the Ambassador of Spain, and Senora de Padilla; Mile, Reine Claudel, daughter of the Ambas- sador of France, and Mme. Claudel; Miss Helena Lodge, Mr. Robert van Royen, son of the Minister of the Netherlands and Mme. van Royen, and Commendator Vitetti, secretary of the Italian embassy. ‘The Ambassador of Japan and Prin- cess de Ligne will entertain at dinner this evening in honor of the Belgian Ambassador to Japan, Baron de Bas- sompierre. ‘The Minister of Portugal and Vis- countess d'Alte will entertain & com- pany of 20 at dinner this evening. ‘The Minister of Bolivia and Senora de Diez de Medina have issued invita- tions for a reception Wednesday after- noon, April 17, from 4:40 to 7 o'clock, in the Chinese room of the Hotel May- flower, when there will be dancing. ‘The Minister of Colombia and Senora de Olaya have issued cards for a recep- tion Wednesday afternoon, April 10, from 5 to 7 o'clock, in their home, at 2340 Massachusetts avenue, in honor of the Commission of Inquiry and Con- ciliation, Bolivia and Paraguay. Senor Don Pablo Max Insfran, who has just presented his credentials as charge d'affaires of Paraguay, and Senora de Insfran have taken an apart- ment at the Highlands. The former charge d'affaires and Senora de Ramirez, who were also at the Highlands, will sail Thursday for |into Paraguay. Senor Insfran is not a stranger to Washi n, having come here as a delegate to the congress of | fi; Journalists some time ago. Mrs. William H. McMaster, wife of Senator McMaster of South Dakota, en- tertained at a tea dance for their daughter, Miss Dorothy McMaster, yes- terday. Miss McMaster’s guests included Miss Catherine Bleeg, Miss Laura Bark- ley, Miss Betty Beale, Miss Charlotte Parker, Mr. Allen Neil, Mr. Kenneth Watson, Mr. John Bronson, Mr. Wil- liam Cheatham, Mr. Lawrence Knapp and Mr. John Bleeg. Mrs. McMaster's guests at tea included Mrs. John Bleeg of Sioux Falls, S. Dak.,, who with Mr. Bleeg and their son and daughter are now in Washington, and others. Representative and Mrs. Fred A. Britten were the guests in whose honor Mr. Eugene McDonald of Chicago en- tertained at dinner last evening aboard his yacht. Allegro, at anchor off the navy yard. The Undersecretary of State and Mrs. stay, after the Sou Carlton. Coverly, to Mr, Calder, Cleveland, Ohio. nouncement, ‘of Cuba and Mr. Jack McFall. the Egyptian legation, Polo Ball General Lure For Society Last Night. ags used room another group played for dancing. and coffee were served. ted the mock . COUNTRY ear J. Reuben Clark, jr., have given up their partment in tie Mayfiower, and e R tenS o1 Mrs. k has gone to California. The classe Undersecretary will be at the Metro- o politan Club until the return of Mrs, Clark. Gen. and Mrs. Frank Parker will leave Washington today for the former's new post at Fort Sheridan. The Misses Parker rdturned today to their studies at Smith College, Mrs. Aspinwall Allan entertained at luncheon today in_honor of Mrs. Paul Titchenor of Binghamton, N. Y., who is visiting her parents, Mr, and Mrs. James Lampton. Miss Betty Ridsdale will entertain at dinner this evening in compliment to Miss Frances Larner Gore, daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Albert J. Gore, and her flance, Mr. F. Eberhart Haynes, son of Judge and Mrs. J. B. Haynes of Texas, ‘whose marriage will take place Wednes- Mr. and Mrs. William Bradley Willard ‘will give a dinner party Thursday e for Miss Gore and Mr. Haynes an Friday Miss Gore will share honors with Miss Lillian Latimer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Wilmer Latimer, whose marriage to Mr. S. Barshears Avis will take place the end of the month, at Juncheon when ux'lul;lu m“, Gatley and her daughter, 3 Martin, will jomr‘hn:wceu. D’'HOTE 75¢ 5 Until 7:30 Portner. favorite dessert. Desirable Apts. Portner Apts. Patent Leather and Snake for Smartness A New 122 This slender. new shoe “straps” its way to smartness, It is in gleaming black patent leather with beige watersnake trimming. Sizes to 9, widths AAA to C. Ra Leigh Silk Hose, extra value at $145 THE STETSON SHOE SHOP OF Mrs. Hoover, Honorary President Girl Scouts, Receives a Small Group of an address at the dedication of the new customs house there Tuesday. X Rear Admiral G. H. Rock, N., and Mrs. Rock have closed their house, 2008 Hillye® place, for sev- eral months and will sail tomorrow for Rock will attend the Conference on Safety of be the guests of honor at a musicale The clerk of the Supreme Court of Yhich M. Xarl D, Klemm Wil $1% | 4., “Tmited” States, and. Mxs. Ghaties Elmore Cropley have as their house ward Longstreth of New Mrs. Cropley will entertain at tea this afternoon in honor of Mrs. George Hoxle Moffett of Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. Longstreth. Mrs. Richard Nelson Mason and Mrs. Charles Barlow Cropley will preside at the tea table. Lord-and Lady E. Erskine of London have arrived in Washington for a short spending several weeks in ith, and are stopping at the Of much interest in Washington is the announcement by Mr. and Mrs, Frederick G. Fischer of Brooklyn, of the engagement of their daughter, Kathryn ‘William Musgrace gr. scn of former Senator Calder of New ‘York. The announce- ment was made at a dinner party given last evening by Mr. and Mrs. Fischer |- at Sherry’s for Miss Jeanne Barrett of A_motion picture of Miss Fischer and Mr, Calder shown preceding the dinner made the an- Senor Gonzalo Arango entertained at dinner at Meridian_Mansion last eve- ning preceding the Easter dance, when his guests were Senora de Grisanti, wife of the Minister of Venezuela; Senorita Maria Luisa Grisanti, Senorita Marie Diez de Medina, daughter of the Minister of Bolivia; Senorita Beatrice Lugo of Mexico, Senor Jorge Gutierrez Dr. Fenton Bradford was host at dinner last evening, entertaining in his apartment in the La Salle in compli- ment to the new cnmmerfiul ;tuche of riSA Eissy. The other guests were the Min- ister of Egypt and Mme. Samy, the Minister of Persia, Mirza Oavoud Khan Meftah: Miss Marjorie Hill of Louis- ville, Ky., house guest of the Minister and Mme. Samy; Dr. and Mrs. R. E. L. Wiltberger, Miss Wilhelmina Fender of New York and Mrs. Irene Strong. The annual polo ball was given last evening in the ballrooms of the Wil- lard Hotel, with flags flying, gay music and plenty of room for dancers, both ballrooms being used for that purpose. The large ballroom was transformed polo field, the boxes which lined both sides of the room having a tent- like canopy decked with the colored in the polo games. white guard rail was placed back of the row of chairs, which lined the ball- room before the boxes, and the goal posts were at each end of the room. The orchestra in the large ballrcom sat in a “pen” and in the small ball- of musicians A large bowl of punch was placed in the small ball- room, where, at midnight, sandwiches Spontaneous laughter and applause g:lo game played by our popular members of the younger set_and four Army officers. The pl Chevy Chase DAY SCHOOL 10th Y foz Stanwood Cobb Also Conducts at Eliot, Maine MAST COVE CAMP Balt-water Bathing—Expert Child Care 15th St. Bet. U and V; DINNER It is the delicious home cook- ing that every one enjoys at the Always hot homemade rolls, excellent coffee and your Reasonably Priced STETSON SHOE SHOP OF - RALEIGH HABERDASHER Ra Leigh Raleigh Haberdasher C. C, MISS CATHERINE PLATT AND MISS DORIS TAYLOR, the Federal Reserve Board and Mrs. Edmund Platt. They were en luncheon at the Carlton by Miss Frances Walker. ers, wearing real polo outfits, the girls with sleeveless jackets of yellow flannel and the men with blue jackets, were “mounted” on small make-believe polo ponles. They played with a large rub- | Wendel C. Neville, Mrs. Hurle: ber ball, and from all appearances they fown of nile green chiffon, eml were in earnest in their effort to make a goal. The young ladies included Miss Francesca McKenney, Miss Hester Ann Le Fevre, Miss Louvie Moore and Miss Jane Crosby, and on the opposing team were Capt. Elonzo Fox, Maj. R. I Sasee, Maj. John M. Eager and Maj. T. D. Milling. Mr. E, J, Dawley was the referee. Perhaps the two most interested spec- tators of the polo game were the real polo ponies in stalls at the far end of the ballroom, “Spike,” a veteran polo pony now on the retired list, and “Hunter,” in active service on the polo fleld. The two beautiful horses held the center of the stage thmughout the evening. Small groups gathered about the stalls patting and giving lump sugar to the horses, who were not attending their first ball. Secretary of War Receives. ‘The Secretary of War, Mr. James W. Good, received the guests, assisted by [ing as s new one. the Assisf Secretary of War and Mrs, Fatrick J. Hurley, Assistant Secretary for Aviation and Mrs. F. Trubee Davi- son, Mrs. Charles P. Summerall, wife of U & OL W alk-Over Charles F. Hughes, tulle in the same shade falling to made circular and slightly longer s ht lines, with a circular F. El- whici and jade ornaments. Gen. tee, made the introductions. —made of your own material at $5.00. ‘The Stepping Into Polite Society Shadow Buckle Strap It is the cut and tailored fit of a Walk-Over that distinguishes it. Notice this charming, airy model pictured. In fine Sunburn Cayl? it is only $10. It feels like a silk stocking on the foot. Wolfs Uat-@ver Shop 929 F Street Rizik Brothers New! COATS Topcoats, manetailored in tweed, that have an English look—"well- turned-out” appearance. More femi- nine models flared and scarfed— braided border—furred and furless. Come in and see them—they are modest in price. THIRTEEN TWELYVE B We Make a ‘ A Han-Mdc Specialty of CREERO m..':’d-l Mitet 614—12th St, Bet. Fand G Jater Untrimmed - Hats For Street and Formal Wear - W' 5398 35 510 up AVE our expert designers create a hat H modeled to complement your features in design and color, Choose a smart shape from our varied assortment of Bang- i koks, Ballibuntl, Bakou, Pedaline, Hair and _ Visea Straws. Distinctive hats in all head © sizes — medium, large and extra large —to suit every type. Fellow students at Vassar, guests of the former’s parents, the vice president of —Cinedinst Photo. the chief of staff, United States Army; the chief of naval operations, Admiral and the com- mandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. wore a idered n crystals, s deep and full flounce of floor, and her ornaments were crystals. Mrs. Davison was in pale green satin embroidered in rhinestones, the skirt each side and in the back. Mrs. Sum- merall wore yellow moire, mnde“omn fell to the floor in the back and was short in front, and a bow of yel- low moire and jade green satin was tied at one side to mark the low walst line. She wore jade green satin slippers Frank Parker, chalrman of the floor commit- The Secretary of State, Mr. Henry L. They will be just as'stylish and good-look- FURRIER box Reuben Clark, jr. Good had with them L'H. Ruggles and Brig. Gen. entertained at dinner last eve) Francis Le'J. Parker, liam P. Wooten, Col. and Alvan C. Ralph Talbot, jr.; Maj. an Crittenberger, Shafer, going later to the ball. at the on Established 1876 Slate Lipstic Stimson, had smong his guests in his the ot tate, Mr. J. of staff, United States Army, and Mrs. Charles P. Summerall in their box Maj. Gen and Mrs, Briant H. Wells, Brig. Gen. and Mrs. Edward E, Booth, Mrs, Colden Francis . Gen. and Mrs. Ewing E. Booth ceding the ball, their guests being the chief of staff and Mrs. Charles P. Sum- merall, Maj. Gen. and Mrs. Briant H. Wells, Gen, and Mrs. Edward A, Kreger, Gen, and Mrs. Amos A. Fries, Gen. and Mrs. Frank Parker, Gen. and Mrs. Campbell King, Gen. and Mrs, Charles H. Bridges, Maj. Gen. and Mrs. Fred T, Austin, Gen. and Mrs. Herbert B. Crosby, Gen. Willlam E. Horton, Gen. Col. and Mrs, Rene E. de R. Hoyle, Col. and Mrs. Wil- Mrs. Charles M, Bundel, Col. Stanley H. Ford, Col. Sandeford, Maj. and Mrs, 3 Mrs. Adna R. Chaffee, Maj. and Mrs. Willis D. and Mrs. Patten, Maj. Eager and Capt. Lawrence A. Maj, and Mrs. Howard C. Davidson were hosts at dinner, the company ‘Their guesis were Rear Admiral and Mrs. Luke Mc- Namee, Assistant Secretary of War and N N N N N Nl i N i N JELLEFF'S ¢ F STREEY &mm@sa\-fl% Your Clothes Stay Pressed When They Travel in ’ Hartmann Tourobe —A type of hand luggage that many travelers have learned to substitute for a wardrobe trunk on shorter journeys, when a large trunk would be in the way. You never have to check the Tourobe and its contents are always with- in your reach. RambowHues Hahn “Carlt;'m" Footwear now presents a veritable rainbow of chic new colors: Violet, Sea Green, Hoover Blue, $1050 1o $1850 dbags and Silk Hose Mrs, R. I. Brantley, Maj. Parker 5nd Dr. M. C. Douri::.n, Miss Jane Crosby occupied the box of her parents, Maj. Gen. and Mrs. Herbert B. Crosby, and had as her guests Miss Elizal Trescott, Lieut. t, A J. Morjn and Lieut. Douglas MeNair, Other Boxholders Hosts. Among other boxholders were the Mizister of Hungary and Countess Szechenyl, Senator Lawrence C. Phipps, Maj. Gen, and Mrs, Henry T. Allen, Brig. Gen. and Mrs, Chatles G. Treat, the commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Wendell C. Neville; Admiral and Mrs. Charles F. Hughes, Maj. Davidson, Mrs. Frederick A. Parkhurst, Mrs. Charles Boughton Wood, Mrs. John R. Williams, Brig. Gen. and Ewing E. Booth, Gen. Frank Parker, Mrs, Thomas F. Walsh, Mr. and Mrs. Maxim Karolik, Mrs. Jacob Leander Loose, Mrs. Joseph Leiter, Col. Robert M. Thomp- son, Mrs. E. J. Dawley and Mr. Witt- man. Several delegates to the con- ference of conciliation of Bolivia and Paraguay, inclug Senor Rivas and Senorita Rivas of Colombia, Senor Sterling, Senor Alvestegui of Bolivia, Dr. Roa of Mexico and Senor Bordenave (Continued on Page Nineteen.) J. Regny’s Black Crepe Evening Gown —of rare charm and exquisite simplicity! Black is a fashion first for eve. ning . . . flat crepe is another . and this Regny version with stiff- ened flat crepe bows ... and panels that make much of a slim straight silhouette . . , is entirely new! Our copy is— $65 French Shop—Second Floor A new 1929 model finished in swrart materials and colors, priced at 25." KRS 1314-16-18 F Street N. W. Mail Orders Prepaid Dark Blue SOCIETY. - OVE or Clean House ~Dbefore calling our upholstery shops. We will have your upholstering all ready when you have finished— or when your new home is ready for occupancy. Special reduced rates this week to keep our work- shops running through the dull season. Chair Caneing and Porch Rockers Splinted CLAY A. ARMSTRONG 1233 10th St. Franklin 7483 UPHOLSTERER = STEEL ARCH SUPPORT, TRADE MARK REG. US. PAT. OFF. Street and Housewear (CONSTANT COMFORT AND PROPHYLACTIC SHOES FOR WOMEN, in one-strap, two- strap, oxford and high shoe styles. gen- uine kid leather—some styles in patent. Medium and low heels. Sizes 2!, to 10—AA to EEE Priced at $3 to $6.50 One-Strap, $3.00. O0YCE & LEWI Monkins” CustoM FITTING SHOE \\ I 252 %k 439-7*StNW. Py Just Below E HIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII (T | 18! Our Showing of Fine Occasional Chairs —offers eminently suit- able suggestions for Spring Wedding Gifts, {[There are period models and artistic adaptations in a wide variety of beau- tiful materials—All Rea- sonably Priced. {Inspection of our stocks of dis- tinctive furmniture—com; complete” Suites and Separate Pieces for every room—is a pleas- | zn that in no way involves obliga- fon, JAMES B. HENDERSON Fine Furniture, Laces, Upholstering, Paperhanging, Painting We are indebted to Jean Regny for the use of black satin for and others Ensembles The model sketched above introduces the new draped skirt and the three-quarters-length. coat with a scarf lined in black and white satin. “Also new is the white satin blouse with sheort sleeves. We show other wmodeis in double georgette and flat crepe.