Evening Star Newspaper, September 7, 1930, Page 46

I0 DRUNKEN DRIVERS L TS000IN S Senator Dill Estimates Be- tween 300,000 and 500,000 . Injured. Record by Senator Dill, Democrat, of ., "Womn 80 per‘emt of '.:; world’s cars,” the statement says, “and our ac- cidents grow each year. Traffic experts are trying to save lives needlessly lost in automobile accidents. In seven years convicted drunken drivers killed 376 and maimed or hurt 14,000 others in Mas- sachusetts. “In Connecticut ' drunken driving caused 391 accidents in a year. In New York the police credit 840 crashes and 47 deaths to drunken driving in a year. are figures great scattered mass of statistics,” statement says, “and all collaboraf admit that the official figurs are a minimum. It is possible only to con- im the number of accidents and caused by drink and not officially “Death rates from suto crashes in 78 eities, representing 33,000,000 popula- tion, increased 11 per cent from 1928 to 1929, says the Census Bureau. Al the crashes investigated by the Pennsyl- vania State highway. police were due to mental lapaes, ding ‘White, superintendent of the. patrol. o clal Government figures show 150,716 persons killed in road accidents in seven years. Applying State and city experiences to this figure, we arrive at Akron Back Yards May Produce Rubber From Potato Starch By the Associated Press. ons! the commercial practicability of & new variety of rubber. The base of the new product, discovered by a German chemist, is potato starch, company offi- clals said. The synthetic pro- duct contains no latex or planta- tion rubber. It is made by mix- ing the starch with chemicals which coagulate into a gum-like substance said to differ from rub- ber only in that it is less elastic. 5,118 YOUNG TREES | PLANTED LAST YEAR| Increase of 880 Is Shown in Lan- ham’s Report Forwarded to District Heads. During the past fiscal year 5,118/ young trees were planted in their per- manent positions, a net increase of 880 | over the previous year, according to the | annual report of Clifford Lanham, su-| perintendent of trees and parkings, for- | warded to the District Commissioners. A total of 1,844 trees were removed | during the year for various reasons. Of | these, 636 were decayed and dangerous, 154 for street improvements, 63 for ) driveways, 43 for alley improvements. Automobiles destroyed 41 trees, while storms destroyed 88 others. During the year 57,862 trees were sprayed, at a cost of $9,254.68. ‘The various activities of planting and removing trees resulted in a net increase curb trees during the year of 3615, FAMOUS NEAPOLITAN FOLKSONGS WILL RING OUT AUTUMN WELCOME THE SUNDAY STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, SEPTEMBER 7, 1930—PART THREE. NGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED Crash Kills Missouri Flyer. KANSAS CITY, Kans., September & ()—Gerald Gettinger, 22, Liberty, Mo., was killed and Willard S. Rothwell, 20, also of Liberty, was seriously injured in the crash of thelr airplane at Fairfax American Jesuit Dies in Rome. ROME, September 6 (#).— Father John Hagan, Jesult director of the Vate ican observatory and the only American citizen who also was a Vatican City subject, died here today. He had been Amateur Poets to Shrill Own Inimitable Ditties, Hushed of Late by By the Associated Press. women; swimming competitions, track and NAPLES, Italy, September 6.—The ity that struck the mountainous regions nearby in late July, and because of the flerce cyclone of August 14, will be | Neapolitan artists, an arts and crafts trolled out rollickingly again tonight, when the famous “Festa di Piedigrotta” | The gate receipts from all the events ' begins. will go to those who suffered in the This feast of folklore, during which | recent earthquake. amateur poets shrill their own ditties in the inimitable Neapolitan dialect, will be accompanied by fantastic | illumination of houses and buildings, | and by fireworks. Processions of peo- ple in costume, with gagiv decorated carts, will wind through all the prin- cipal streets to the accompaniment of strumming mandolins and guitars. At the close of these parades band con- certs will be given in the public squares. ‘This evening's festivities will wind uj with & mock fire at the Castel De 'Ovo, that historic monument overlook- ing the bay. The public rejoicings will continue tomorrow and Monday, and this year will be participated in by costumed groups from all over Southern Italy. ‘The Piedigrotta revelries usher in the Neapolitan Autumn proper, always rich in picturesque local observances and in sporting events. The end of the| month will witness automobile races for amateur drivers, both men and It’s almost ready . . . ment. In the evenings the open-air songs for which Naples is world re- | theater in the royal gardens will be nowned, which have been hushed of | the scene of varied performances, in Iate because of the earthquake calam- | cluding comedies in local dialect. Disasters. fieid meets and a foot ball tourna- Alongside these outdoor affairs there be an exhibition of the works of position and an agricultural CHASTLETON CAFE 16th at R—N. 10000 Sunday Chicken or Steak Dinner, $1.00 Regular Dinner, 75¢ Also & Combination or Vegetable Plate. All fresh vegetables. Homemade Hot Rolls, Ice Cream and Dessers. 7:30 to 10:30 AM. Offering & variety of high-class food. Hot Breads, Superiative Coffee. Lowest Prices. the New Atrport here yesterday. The ship went ight of 300 feet. A gasoline explosion followed into a tail spin at a crash. " dle of the week. Iulins Gertler “A Fur Shop of Personal Service.” NA. 5442 614 13th St. NW. The Fur Coats of 1931 Are utterly new and different New sleeve designs . . . flattering new colla . fitted waist line subtle detailing and new low flares— these and many other features label the mew coat; distinctly 1931. $85.00 to $450.00 We will continue August Sale Discounts of 20% until Saturday, September 13th. } Remodeling and Renovating Our Specialty. A Small Deposit Will Reserve Your Selection. Order is coming out of the 1l for several days with nephritis. His condition became serious about the mid- Jelleff’s . . . with all the late Fashion successes . . . tures of modern decoration . . . new fea- chaos . . . but we promised the upset would be only temporary. In the meantime, the extraordi- the conclusion that at least 15.?90 have | bringing the total number of trees at been killed by drunken drivers. the curbs at the close of the year to The statement quotes Dr. W. V. Bing- | 112,374, B e ot Automanile Accidents, as e - lents, as . + . mm“’f&”fl ‘highly probable that| Buenos Aires Mayor Hits Movies. liquor is a factor in a much ter BUENOS AIRES, September 6 (#).— proportion of cases than is offiaily The mayor wishes the city council to A FASHION INSTITUTION improved service facilities . . » Paris Washington NewYork nary values continue. e s MISS ELIZABETH MORRIS, %6 prove in CoUrt, MOTeOVer, | Ih e OO o ovicss i | Whose engagement to Mr. William W. Wicks has been announced, the wedding there is a reluctance to ascribe an| ger the classification, “Suitable for | to take place this month. Miss Morris is the niece of Mr. and Mrs. Frank E. t to intoxication even when it families,” “Not suitable for families,” | Mack of this eity. —Harris-Ewing photo. known by accidents to have been & | “For physicians only.” in cases where the A FASHION INSTITUTION Paris Washington NewYork When Jelleff’s Goes Wool Gathering . . . These Are the Smart Results Light-weight wools play such an impor- tant part in the Fall wardrobes of women of every age . . . that Jelleff's took espe- cial interest in woolen frocks . . . and collected a truly impressive selection of woolens of all types . . . all sizes and all prices. FRUIT JUICE DEALER Jelleff’s Inaugurates Corset Week for Juniors IS SHOT TO DEATH Police Believe Man Found in Office ‘Was Bootlegger Feud With an Exclusive One-Piece Foundation Garment \/o\ utenin _ By Vanity Fair and Exclusive with Jelleff Twelve ounces of silken support. All the support needed and not an ounce more. That is Soutenir, this newly created foundation garment that has the beauty of brevity and lissome lines. It is all things to all women . . . girdle, pantie and brassiere in one light gar- ment. See how well it restrains in spite ; 5 of its lightness. And it comes in one- i Sl A g bolero. inch size variations, 30, 31, 32 up to 38, G SRR 4 so alteration is almost unknown. WOOL CREPE Lending itself to a more tailored mood, as this wool crepe with an interesting semi- 14 to 20. $45. Left, above. shortly the body was found, instructing him to | : WQOL;MT. : up & body on the tenth floor of Or a knit effect is evidenced in a surplice e it otk entent said B " ’ frock, with the closing adding fullness to the & it s 7, kirt. 14 to 20. $39.50. Right, above. Pinzola before and that Soutenir will be shown on a living skir! to ,“ 50. Right, above, model all week in the Corset WOOL LACE One interpretation is this simple frock for Shop, Second Floor. women, in rust with a detachable jacket. 36 to 42. $25. Left. OSTRICH WOOL TWEED A striking oxford peplum frock with white galvak. Also in wine, beige or brown. 36 to 42. $39.50. Center. Soutenir Comes in WO SO i Exemplified by a woman's surplice dress with S : pique. Wine, green or brown. Sizes 36 to Four Styles 2. $3950. Right. Misses’ Dress Shop—Third Floor Women's" Dress Shop—Fifth Floor Sketched, the model with pantie skirt attached to hide jiffie join garters.” The uplift brassiere is emphasized by a cro- e&,mtry endeavoring cheted elastic at the waist. $6.75. e demand. 2 If you want a stocking to complement your loveliest costume, ask for (OLb SIRIPE No. 460 They’re Dull! They’re Sheer! 32-50 the pair Three pairs for $7.35 Smart folk who have already discovered these stockings for themselves know just how successfully they complete a chic costume. And sheer though they be—they're practical with their re-inforced toe and Gold Stripe to prevent runs. In the Fall shades and particularly for the new browns or black. Gold Stripe Shop—Street Floor Additional Gold Stripe Srop, 1013 Connecticut Avenue The model with crocheted elastic at the : Sodlz el waist and forming the side panels. =S : : ; ‘ ; Edged with ecru lace. $8 is to have two new theaters. 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