Evening Star Newspaper, December 19, 1929, Page 12

12 MARINE PRODUCTS [ SUPPLY 1§ LARGE ¢ Price of Oysters Increases. © Fruit and Vegetable Receipts Heavy. Dealers in marine products have their usual supplies of oysters, fish, crabmeat, clams, lobsters, shrimp and scallops for the Friday and week end trade. They are not expecting heavy trading for the Christmas dinner, fish usually being in light demand in such holiday seasons. It is expected that there will be the i usual demand for oysters, however, bi- valves being served on the shell, in cocktails and used in turkey dressing. Oystermen soon will take holiday, mak- ing receipts of bivalves, already not so plentiful, a trifle scarce. Oyster prices have advanced the past two weeks, according to dealers, prices today being quoted at $2.60 a gallon for selects and $2.30 a gallon for standards. Counts, many from Toms Cove and oth- er places on the ocean front, were quot- - ed at $2.50 per 100. Fish Receipts. Counts are wanted for serving on the : half shell, dealets explained, while bar- rel stock is used for such. purposes as well as for small roast enjoyed in homes. River oysters were guoted at $1.60 a bushel this morning, suppliers from Po- comoke and Tangier Sounds selling around $2 a bushel. Choice salts from points on the ocean front sold around $14 a barrel. Probably the most surprising thing in the fish market this morning was re- ceipt of quantities of blue fish weighing . around 7 and 8 pounds. The fish came from nets in the vicinity of Cape Hat- teras and were offered at 35 cents a pound. Lobsters, not so much in demand, were quoted at 70 cents a pound. Lump crabmeat, the kind used for salads, ‘was quoted at 90 cents a pound. The ordinary run of the meat, used chiefly - for deviled crabs, was quoted at 60 - eents. Christmas greens and turkeys this morning continued to claim attention * of retailers and consumers. There was a fairly good demand registered for trees and other varieties of greens for decorative purposes, but movements of turkeys were slow. Live turkeys were not being received in very large quantities, dealers report- ed, raisers appearing to be holding back for better prices, and very little dressed stock was received. \ “Unless weather conditions experience | 8 decided change,” observed a dealer, Teceipts of dressed stock may not be- come heavy much before Monday. “If the weather turns cold tonight,” he added, ‘dressing in the country will begin in earnest tomorrow, and receipts should become fairly heavy Sunday.” It is planned by poultry dealers to keep their houses open Sunday for the purpose of looking after the local trade and recciving anticipated shipments of dressed stock from Maryland and Vir- ginia raisers. No definite information as to the prices which will prevail the next few days hds been obtained, everybody ap- pearing to be holding off until the last minute, special interest being shown in the announcement managers of chain stores will make. It is generally ad- mitted by dealers that prices chain stores will announce will have a de-| cided bearing upon the general turkey market prices. Large Poultry Receipts. A fairly glutting of the market with chickens and fowls was mentioned this morning by wholesalers, low prices having prevailed the past few days. Some of the excess receipts are being shipped to dealers in other cities, while sore of the best of the dressed stock is being put in storage. Immense quantities of rabbits were offered the retail trade this morning. ‘They came from every direction, deal- ers stated, and in spite of the miserable weather conditions most of the receipts were in splendid condition. They were offered from 15 to 25 cents. Fruits for the holiday season contin- ued in heavy and attractive supply, the same condition existing as to vegetables. ‘Tomatoes, not as plentiful as usual, continued scarce and high, good stock selling around $6.50 and $7 a crate. Many of the repacked tomatoes from Pittsburgh were reported received in such poor condition that dealers were unable to dispose of them. Some of them, it was stated, were a total loss. On the farmers’ line this morning were immense quantities of turnips, parsnips, sweet potatoes, kale, spinach and other vegetables, receipts being much in excess of demands. Prices ‘were reported cheap. Prices of most commodities today were about the same as prices quoted yesterday, ‘Today’s Wholesale Prices—Jobbers’ Prices Slightly Higher. Butter—One-pound prints, 40!5a41%5; tub, 391,401,; store-packed, 30a32. Eggs—Hennery, 55a58; fresh selected, 83a54; current receipts, 48a50. Poultry, alive—Turkeys, young hens end toms, 28; old toms, 25a26; ‘Spring chickens, large, 23a24; medium, 22a23; broilers, 28a30; fowls,” 22a24’, 'Leghorns, 17a18; ~roosters, 20; ducks, 15al8. | Dressed—Turkeys, young hen and toms, 34a36; old toms, 32a33; Spring chick- ens, large, 30; medium, 28a29; broilers, 35a36; Leghorns, 26a27; fowls, 27a28; ducks, 28a30; roosters, 23a25; capons, | 35a240; keats, 50a60. Meats—Beef, 20a22; veal 24a26; lamb, 24a27; pork loins, 22a25; fresh hams, 20a22; fresh shoulders, 18a22; smoked hams, 25a26; smoked shoulders, 18a20; bacon, 25a26; lard, in bulk, 13; in packages, 12. Live stock—Calves, lambs, 1213a13, Fruit and Vegetable Review. ‘The daily market report on fruits and vegetables (compiled by the Market | News Service Bureau of Agricultural Economics) says: Sales to jobbers except where other- ‘wise noted. Apples—Supplies moderate; demand light, market steady. Barrels: No sales reported. Boxes: Washington, extra fancy Delicious, medium to large size, 3.75, few as high as 5.00; extra fancy Staymans, medium to large size, 3.00 83.25. Bushel baskets: Pennsylvania, U. 8. No. 1, 2!, inches up, Yorks and Black Twigs, fair quality, 1.35a1.40; Virginia, U. 8. No. 1, 2% inches up, Yorks, fine quality, high color, 2.00a 2.25; unclassified, 2% inches up, Yorks, generally good quality, 1.50; unclassi- fied, 2% inches up, Staymans, generally good quality, 1.75a2.00. Cabbage—Supplies moderate; demand moderate, market steady: New York, 100-pound sacks, Danish type, mostly 2.00; 90-pound sacks, Danish type 1.75a1.85; South Carolina, 1%;-bushel hampers, pointed type, best, 2.00; fair quality, 1.75. Celery — Supplies liberal; demand moderate, market stea California, crates, 5.006.00; 15 crates, 3.75. Lettuce—Supplies moderate; demand anmoderate, market about steady; Cali- fornia and Arizona, crates, Iceberg type, 4-5 dozen, some fair quality, leafy, 4.50a5.00; Florida, 1',-bushel hampers. Big_ Boston type, best, 300a3.25; fair quality, 2.50. Onions—Supplies moderate; demand light, market steady: Ohio, 100-pound sacks, yellows, U. S. No. 1, medium size, mostly 2.00; Indiana, 100-pound sacks, yellows, U. S. No. 1, large size, mostly 2.25; Colorado, 50-pound sacks, Valencia type, U. S. No. 1, very large size, 2.00. Potatoes—Supplies moderate; demand moderate, market steady; Maine, 150- pound sacks, Green Mountains, U. S 15; THE EVENING STAR. WASHINGTON, D. C, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1929. 2.00a2.50; Black Valentines, 1.7 poorer, all varieties, 1.00a1.75. Cucumbers—No supplies on the mar- Eggplant—Supplies very light; de- mand light, market dull; Florida, pep- r crates, ordinary quality and condi- tion, 2.00a2.50. ‘Tomatoes—Supplies light; demand light, market steady; Cuba, 6s. green, | turning, pped, choice count, 6.00 2165, 4.00; Florida, 6s, turning, wrapped, ! No. 2, ordinary quality and poor condi- | tion, fancy and choice count, 1.00a3.00. Spinach—supplies moderate; demand | light, market dull; Virginia, Norfolk | section, bushel baskets, savoy type, wide | range in prices, 75a1.25; Texas, bushel baskets, savoy type, 1.25a1.50. Cauliflower—Supplies moderate de- mand light, market slightly weaker; California, pony crates, mostly 2.50. " Peppers—Supplies light; demand light, market slightly weaker; Florida, pepper crates, fancy, 6.00a6.50. Peas—Supplies light; demand light, market about steady; California, 4o- pound crates, mostly 7.00; few higher. Carrots—Supplies moderate; demana light, market steady: California, West ern lettuce crates, bunched, 2.75a3.00: New York, bushel baskets, cut, washed, market steady: Texas, Western lettuce crates, bunched, 3.25a3.50, mostly 3.50. Strawberries—Supplies light; demand | slow, market slightly weaker: Florids, pony refrigerators, Missionarys, mostly 50c per quart. Oranges—Supplies moderate: demand moderate, market slightly weaker; Flor- ida, boxes, No. 1, medium size, 3.754 4.25; large size, 3.50a3.75; No. 2, me- dium size, 3.50a4.00; large size, 3.00a 3.50; California, boxes navels, 5.00a6.00. Grapefruit—Supplies moderate; de- mand moderate, market about steady. Florida, boxes, No. 1, medium size, 4.00 a4.50, few fine quality higher; large | size, 3.50a4.00. PLAN CHRIS'I:MAS EVE COMMUNITY PROGRAM | Friendship Citizens’ Unites Business Men and P.-T. A. for Event. Plans for a community Christmas tree celebration are being made by the Friendship Citizens’ Association for Christmas eve at 6 o'clock on the grounds at Wisconsin avenue and Al- bemarle street. Business men along Wisconsin avenue from Van Ness street to the District line and the Parent- Teacher Association of Janney School are co-operating with the citizens’ group in arranging for the celebration. A large chorus of school children will sing Christmas carols with the Elks' Club Boys’ Band accompanying the singers. ~ Ministers from the = four churches of the community will par- ticipate in the ceremonies, which will be presided over by the Rev. Willlam A. Shearer of the Colu 1ibia Episcopal Church. Rev. Father Egan, assistant rector of St. Ann's Church, will offer the invocation, while a Christmas story will be told by Rev. S. Carrol Coale. The benediction will be delivered by Rev. Clarence Ferguson. A living tree, which has been planted near the Christmas tree, will be dedi- cated to the men of the community who_lost their lives during the World War. Tomorrow morning the Janney School students” will gather about the | tree and join in a program of songs and recitations. i ‘The committee which is taking charge of arrangements for the Christ- mas eve event is composed of A. G. Seiler, general chairman; Mrs. May Lightfoot, chairman of the committee on arrangements; Rankin H. Rice, president of the association; Miss B. L. Pulizzi. principal of Janney School, and J. J. Galvin and Randolph Poore. “CURSE” PLEA REJECTED.! Worker Injured by Own Careless- ness, Prussian Court Holds. BERLIN, December 19 (#).—A Prus- sian court yesterday decided that Fritz Berberich had become injured as the result of his own carelessness and not from the curse of heathen gods incurred by removal of the remains of “Satan’s ‘Throne” from Pergamon, “The Lofty Citadel,” in_Turkey. He brought suit for damages against Dr. Theodore Wiegand. director of the Museum of Antiquities in Berlin, and also against the Prussian govern- ment on the ground that he had been employed by both as a foreman. He had sought a life annuity, alleging that his injuries had incapacitated him for his accustomed work. LEGISLATOR ACQUITTED. Ilinois Senator Is Freed of At- tempted Bribe Charge. CHICAGO, December 19 (/P)—State Senator James B. Leonardo last night was acquitted of a charge of attempting to bribe a prospective juror at his trial last May for an election day kidnaping. His attorney charged that the case against him was a “political frame-up.” Leonardo was one of a score of per- sons indicted in connection with the kidnaping of workers during the April primary of last year. He was acquitted at the kidnaping trial. 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PARKINSON, President DAVID ‘Agene 505 Munsey Blds., Washin Please send full information No. 1, 4.50; 120-pound sacks, Green Mountains, U. S. No. 1, 3.60a3.65; New York, 150-pound sacks, round whites, U. S. No. 1, 4.35a4.40. String beans—Supplies liberal; de- mand light, market dull; Florida, bushel hampers, green, flat type, “2.00a2.50; best, mzcily 2.75; round ype, s oovnrin’ your courses for new agents. ¥ W % i il %rfix.fiwx&zx&%&gx&;awwfifiwxwxfia:rSWfl o} Just ceiv Ea Cra TION new have tion. too g T Cai Lucky Strike Chesterfield ol Piedmon Contains Shaving Crcam, Aqua Velva, Talc, and Meta After-Shaving Lotion and Soap. YARDLEY SETS FOR MEN, contains Talc. Pike’s GIFT STA- terlined Boxes come in flash- Almost everyone truly enjoys a good: book. Here you will find all the lat- est and most popular fic- The wise gift buyers are those who “go to Whelan’s”—and go NOW—for the most gor- geous array of beautiful gift good imaginable at prices which fully live up to the Whelan reputation for economy. You can “say it” with perfumes, toilet sets, De Vilbiss perfum- izers, stationery, hairbrush and comb sets, cigars, pipes and lighters, tempting candies, elec- trical goods, novelties, sundries and toys for the children. stand ready to help you with your selections. $1.00 Norwegian Cod Liver Oil ran pie (O A Real Boy Wants a FOOT BALL Get him one of these genuine, peb- ble-grained Cowhide Foot Balls and he will be a mighty happy lad. These come complete with Pure Gum Bladder, Leather Lacing and Lacing Needle. A real value at— $1.00 PAINT SETS for THE YOUNG ARTIST 1f your boy or girl shows any inclination toward art and painting you can DEVELOP THAT TALENT by getting them one of these in- teresting outfits. Sets consist of Crayons, Water Colors, Paint Books, Brushes and other material Two sizes, priced at— Christmas Greeting Cards 12 in box for 25¢ re= ed! ton, & s newest ne ERY. These numbers—all beautiful envelopes. in- ing colors and designs. It's the last word, $1.00. Other Box Paper from 50c upward. BOOKS Make Ideal Gifts 75¢ \ 49c 98¢ A Man’s Letter to Santa Claus If men wrote such letters they would ask for useful ifts such as Cigars, Pipes, Shaving Sets, Razors, etc. hat’s what men want—It’s what YOU should give. CIGARS . . . PIPES Drinkless Kaywoodie Pipes $3.50 and $4.00 and up to $7.00 Finest bruyere pipe with Other Imported and famous patented drink- Domestic in all Popular less feature. The best Shapes, to suit all tastes, pipe for a sweet, cool, Our pipe stock is un- dry smoke. 24 styles usually complete. for your choosing. But don’t wait! PIPES From 31.00 up SPECIAL PRICES for SMOKERS All Popular Advertised Brands Fl Producto Palina Reasonably priced, 10¢ SIZES SIZES Admiration Robert Burns Mi Favorita Dutch Masters Websters Henrietta Blackstone El Verso Box of 25 $2.38 Box of 50 $4.75 3 for 20c size CINCO WHITE OWL Box of 25 Box of 50.. mel Box of 25 $1.88 Box of 50 $3.75 Sc size Box of 50....... Cigarettes for Gifts Gartons of 1200 . cvianwiwiowes w9120 d Gold Bt SBine ol 50 conenssanaiiv I8 WILLIAMS’ GIFT SET FOR MEN Priced'at. ... l.o.ll“. .Scap $ l -00 SETS, with Shaving Cream, Talcum and Attractively boxed, $3.00. Shaving Bowl, Lavender and Razor Blade Box. HOUBIGANT'S MEN A real gentleman’s package. .. Give Him a Genuine “Rubberset” Shaving Brush The bristles in a genuine Rubberset Shaving Brush are set in a base of ~These handsome brushes Choice of various color handles. * hard, vulvanized rubber. They can’t come out. come in all the newest sizes and designs. Prices Range from 99¢ to $12.00 14th & Penna. Ave. 11th & Penna. Ave. Xmas Steel Engraved Greeting Cards Cards—12 in box $1.00 Marmola Reducing Tablets 59¢ Thousands of Women Prefer TOILET SETS Intelligent trained salespeople $1.00 U. K. Aspirin Bottle of 100 Tablets Special 590 Give Him a POCKET LIGHTER No finer tribute to her good taste can be made than by giving her these smart and charming Gif; most artistically presented in fascinat- ing holiday attire. YARDLEY'S LAVENDER TOILET SET, containing Bath Salts and $l.50 Lavender Soap . YARDLEY'S LAVENDER GIFT BOX, with Face Pow- der, Talcum, Toilet Water gn d Lkv:nder oap. Attrac- tively packed ... $3-25 Richard Hudnut 3 - Flowers i‘\et‘ with Toilet Vater and Face Powder voveerr 92,50 Coty's Smart Sets, contain a heavily nickeled Compact, Lip- stick, and Perfume Flaconette, in nickeled silver $5 00 ....... . container ... Ed Pinaud’s Gift Box, con- sists of Lilac' Toilet Water and 2 bottles of Quinine rair Tonie over 92,50 Coty’s Sets of Distinction, Face Powder, Tal- $4.50 cum and bottle of Other sets up to $20.00, Evening in Paris Gift Sets, containing Perfume, Toilet Wa- ter, Face Powder, Lipstick and Rouge. Coty's Manicure Gift Set, is composed of 6 manicure necessities in a $3.00 most aristocratic package = Perfume - Exquisite De Vilbiss Perfumizers The most desired gift of all. What could be more delightful than one of those charming DeVilbiss Perfumizers or Droppers, together with a bot- tle of her favorite perfume. A complete range of prices from— 75¢ to $15.00 Kiddies Happy With Toys and Dolls Tt wouldn’t be Christmas without them. Bring them in to see our Toyland. Here are a few items: Playasax, looks like a real saxophone and plays all the latest song hits, $3.75. Silver Arrow Aeroplanes, they fly, 98c. Drums, very ri| Marble Sets, complete with leather bag, 50c and $1.00. Bonser Twins Rag Dolls, 98c. Mama Dolls, attractively dressed, $1.19. Plush Dogs—a true companion, $1.19. A GIFT OF COMFORT ELECTRIC HEATING PADS Nothing better for easing away aches and pains.. We carry a complete line of electric heating pads. $4.49 9th & F Streets " 13th & H Streets one of t Sets and they always work. leather or plain finishes. Come in and see them. Priced from $1.00 to $5.00 $1.00 Lighter Illustrated. FRESH, TEMPTING CHRISTMAS CANDIES Candy always brings Christmas cheer, well known brands made by leading manufacturers. Famous Chocolate, also delicious Evangeline Milk Your choice, $1.00. Happiness Assorted Chocolates 5 pounds—$2.00 Our Regular 60-cent Chocolates, spe. cially priced for Christmas Giving. Special Christmas Wrapped Family Box—5 pounds—$2.50. Assorted Chocolates. Seldom so much candy quality for so little money. Whitman’s Sampler . Famous the world over for its qual- ity—here in gala Christmas wrapping $1.50 pound. MIXED HARD CANDY Assorted Pure Fruit Pure Cane Sugar. Pound Box, 29¢. 5 Pound Box, $1.25. 30 Pound Box, $4.80. (Boz Additional) Flavors. Special Discount on Orders of $25.00 or mere Also Candy Novelties ELECTRICAL GIFT SUGGESTIONS Wel-Ray Health Lamps The safe modern treatment for aches and pains. Great for getting health and keeping it. A real $5.00 value for Electrical Traveling Irons (with cords) Splendid for little women with a flare for helping mother. Fine for traveling Portable Electrical Heater. Curling Trons .. ALSO OT to $72 ALUMINUM PERCOLATORS, 6-CUP SIZE, 79¢ WHELAN drug stores 14th & H Streets At our Cigar Counter you will find all of the popular brands, beautifully designed— all day munching—and later for your Bridge Parties. el X $1.00 Wampole’s Cod Liver Extract Xyris Compact Eine A little Gem— in its pert red case. Contains powder, com- pact, rouge compact and 1ip rouge. Swivel mir- Tors, $2.00 especially these Happiness Evangeline Chocolates, Fruit and Nuts. For the children, and every- body—for the etockings—for $3.50 98¢ ™ bttt g et e Gt e 18th & Columbia Road 3’ a@&:&%flmax&afi