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B—7 THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1931 MORE THAN €VER THIS YEAR L] THE NEW Lots of New Things Friday—In XPPRECIATION 9 It’s going to be one of the big days of this event! And that is saying a great deal! For you know, if you’ve been here, that these neluuy e e s days at Jelleff’s! New fashions—fine fashions—at prices far below this season’s regular prices in Appreciation of your year-around patronage! LEJEUNE DISPUTES| DISARMING BENEFIT Moderate Preparedness Na- r { 11 tion’s Neel, V. M. 1. Anniver- sary Gathering Told. Declaring disarmament does not pro- @uce peace, Gen. John A. Lejeune, Jormer Marine head and pres- ent superintendent of the Vi 1a Military Institute, speaking last night @t the Army and Navy Club, told a distinguished gathering, that what this Nation needed was moderate pre- paredness. ‘The occasion was the ninety-second eanniversary of the founding of V. M. I, commemorated by the Washington umni Chapter, of which Col. Sidney illiamson is the head. “Since this country was founded Gen. Lejeune stated, “we have had | five wars, including one domestic co At no time have we been pre- pared. Our disarmament did not pre- vent them. Disarmament to us is not few. History tells us that wars come Qlike other evil things. I, therefore, think it is high time that our Nation #s moderately prepared.” Gen. Lejeune praised the showing of the V. M. I. Corps of Cadets at the Fecent review at Yorktown. “We gained our applause,” he said, “not by playing *Dixie” as other organizations did, but by splendid marching and drilling. V. M. I is not just a State institution, 4t is a national one.” Other speakers on the program, ‘which was in the nature of a smoker and buffet supper, included Charles P. Light, Dr. Larkin W. Glazebrook, Thomas H. Taliaferro and Col. Wil- liamson, who presided. ‘The Entertainment Committee com- prised Stuart B. Marshall, chairman; J. C. Noell and G. Adams Howard. St it LAWRENCE TRACES GOVERNMENT TRENDS Correspondent Addresses National Conference Luncheon, Held at Buffalo. By the Associated Press. BUFFALO, N. Y. November David Lawrence of Washington, traced some modern trends of ment at a luncheon meeting of the Na- tional Conference on Government here yesterday. Among these trends he listed a de- mand for economy, springing from a desire to reduce the burden of taxation; & trend toward a greater desire to pro- mote the general welfare, and a tend- ency toward what he termed “involun- tary co-operation.” ‘The last trend, he asserted, was the greatest, because it indicated a realiza- tion that the duty of the Government is toward all the people and not any 11— D. C. rern: until the President power in such a ‘way that those involved could not refuse 10 co-operate because of popular opinion. Discussing the trend toward economy in government, Mr. Lawrence said: “We must watch that under the guise of economy we do not tear down some of the :.hings we have built up in govern- Mesting separately yesterday after- noon, the governmental Tesearch asso- cation discussed *“Technical Problems in msonll Administration,”. and “ Prog- & in Measurement of Governmental Services.” The latter subject was con- sidered in a closed session. In a joint session, the American Legis- lators’ Association, National Associa- tion of Civic Secretaries and National League heard a dscussion of ‘County Government.” CHURCHES MAY ORGANIZE SOCIAL WELFARE GROUPS | § Protestant Subcommittee Plans for Greater Co-operation With Community Chest. A motion recommending establish- ment of a Social Welfare Committee in each of the city’s Protestant churches 0 co-operate with the Community Chest in formulating and carrying out a so- cial work program, was adopted Tues- m night at & meeting of the Pratestant ttee of the Chest Commit- tee on Church Co-operation. ‘The session, held at Calvary Blffl:t Church, was presided over by Dr. Allen Stockdale, pastor of the Pirst Con- m::unz - was in the form of a discussion, with virtually every ome present participating. In a talk by . Ufford, general secretary of Associated Charities, churches were 1;'"::1310 mf.e!un of ‘th! various char- social agencies in every way Ppossible. { BID TO YOUNG WOMEN Y. W. C. A Offers Facilities for Use During Winter. ‘The Young Wéhen's Christian Asso- ciation has issued an invitation to ‘Washington young women to utilize the improved and reorganized facilities of its downtown center E street during the coming Winter. Recreation, study and meeting rooms are available for the use of groups or individuals needing them. The down- town center also serves as a lodging place for young woman and girl visitors to the city. Practice dictation and typewriting groups meet there during; the morning hours. OFFICE TO REMAIN OPEN Arlington Clerk to Work Overtime | Issuing Hunting Licenses. By a Staff Correspondent of The Star. ARLINGTON COUNTY _ COURT HOUSE, Va.. November 12.—The clerk’s office will de open until 6 o'clock next Saturday afternoon for the purpose of issuing hunting licenses, it was an- nounced today by Willlam H. Duncan, clerk. The office ordinarily closes at 1 o'clcck on Saturdays. WNNRR NN, Mills Building Corner Pa. Ave. 17th and G Sts. A suite of 2 offices overlooking State Dept. Also a single office. Large, Bright Rooms Moderate Rentals Arthur Carr 206 Mills Bldg. NAT. 2865 1216-1220 F Street N.W. A Big Day in Fashion Coats Friday! Richly Furred Coats of Fine Woolens Regularly $89.50 to $98.50 TS5 For Women and Misses The finest boucle fabrics of this sea- son . . . now at §75! We were delighted to get them. Beaver, kolinsky, mink, Persian lamb, black fox, kit fox, Paradise fitch, Russian fitch . . . these are the fine furs you'll find in beautiful collar and cuff sets! Black, brown, corsair blue, Spanish tile, and green are the colors! You'll find the newest fashions in this collection! The flattering side buttoning . . . the straight skirt subtly flared . the shoulders and cuffs-heavy with fur! Misses’ 14 to 20 Women's 34.to 44 Larger Women’s 40% to 52 Short Women’s 36s to 42s $110 to $125 Coats . . . for Appreciation, $ $125 to $145 Coats . . . for Appreciation, $110 $165 to $195 Coats . . . for Appreciation, $135 Jelleft’s—Third Floor. _F;' Coats...%¥95 regularly $110 Sealine (dyed coney) They’re selling fast! Why wouldn’t they at this price! The muskrats in three sportive styles, belted or unbelted. Silver muskrat combined with golden muskrat, too! The sealines, with ermine, Persian lamb, or Jap mink. Misses’ and women’s sizes! JELLEFF'S—FOURTH FLOOR Silver Muskrat (GDLDSTRIPE Silk Stockings Tremendously Reduced—1.00 Former prices $1.35, $1.65 and $1.95. All the wanted colors, in all sizes and in all styles, Tomorrow . . . First Time $49.50 to0 $59.50 L4 L We took no end of pa collection for Sports Coats ill Make Things ively Friday at '35 For Women ins to get this Appreciation! _Many women like the sports type of coat above all . . . for practical wear it just can't be beat! morrow's selling! We got them for to- Imported mixtures . . . novelty tweeds, tone diagonals . . . g;mt;:nver, raccoon, kit fox, skunk, Jap fox, and caracul . . shawl, and half self cuffs, button trimmed. Belted or unbelted as you wish . . . and straight- line or flared. with collars in mushroom, shawl styles . . . large Misses’ Women’s Grey, Tan, Brown, Green and Oxford $49.50 to $59.50 = Misses’ Dress Coats $39.50 We've already sold hundreds of coats at this price and we're adding more for tomorrow . . . kolinsky, caracul, tipped skunk, we and cuffs! and plenty of Spanish tile, and Corsair bluel Sizes 14 to 20 JELLEFF'S—FOURTH FLOOR Suits $35 to $45 Suits $20.50 Fur-trimmed _suits at this price! Certainly an oppor- tunity. Spanish, tile, green, brown, black tweeds and boucle woolens...raccoon, caracul “and lapin (dyed coney) collars. Hip length jackets. Side fastening! Real value in sizes 12 to 38. JELLEFF'S—THIRD FLOOR Fine rough woolens Ready tomorrow—5th floor—first time $16.50 and $19.50 Dresses Brown Green Navy Wine Black Red Spanish Tile We Doubt if You’ve Seen Such Values as This For misses . For women . . One and two-piece styles , . bias lines . . ing . . pleced Persian lamb, trimmed with fox, olf, Iynx, kit fox collars black, brown, green, Larger Women’s Dresses $15 Usually $16.50 to $19.50 Just 50 dresses . . . Two New Outstanding $5 Bags ...*3 Rough and smooth calf in a stunning new vagabond shape, with an extra concealed compartment that's so convenfent for your bills. This bag has a plain metal ornament . . . that adds a touch of bright distinction . . . And then there’s another one, a tailored pouch of smooth calf, with a frame of shining polished metal that is particularly attractive ... and of course, both of them are true Appreciation values! styles for not slim. sheer with lines, the woman who is Sheer wool, canton crepe, crepe, satin, and chiffon lace, fashioned on long with_lovely trimming. Black, new blue, vintage, Persian green, Spanish tile, and navy. Sizes (0’/3 to 52%, 24%; to 8%, 41% to 47%. FLOOR We have other lovely bags at similar savings at $5, $7.50 and $10. JELLEFF'S—STREET FLOOR IND . satin and crepe scarfs in contrasting color . . . interesting long sleeves . . . in the five o’clock frocks for misses, cape sleeves and puff sleeves. for a Long, Long Time! . . daytime and five o’clock types in canton crepe and crepe satin. Dresses that will be snapped up oh so quickly! . street and afternoon dresses of crepe satin, canton crepe, sheer crepe and sheer wool! How timely this Appreciation event! and, of course, the earlier you come the greater the choice! . coat models . . . the flattering Vionnet You won’t want to miss it . . . . fagot- At $18.75 . .'. $25 Dresses . . . for Appreciation! At $23.75 .. . $25 to $35 Dresses . . . for Appreciation! JELLEFF'S—FIFTH FLOOR New Dresses, $29.50 Regularly $35 to $39.50 For Women and Misses For the woman of miss who likes small details well done, hand-finished necklines and hems..well thought out color combinations. ..this group of dresses will make a good im- pression. For daytime there are rough crepes and sheer wools, dull canton with perhaps just a dash of bright color. ..for after- noon sheer crepes with dainty touches of lace at the neck and sleeves. ..for evening velvets, angel skin, or satin, with sophisticated - jeweled straps, contrasting sashes, quaint ruching, and beautiful lines. Sizes 34 to 44, 14 to 20. JELLEFF'S—SECOND FLOOR * $1.35—1.65 We apologize for having been out of some of them earlier in the week. We were just taken off our/feet by the response to our first announcement. No other stockings quite like Gold Stripe! Only at Jelleff’s in Washington. Look at These Sports Things! $3.95 Sweaters . . . $2.95 Monotone and color contrast...coat styles, pull-overs, surplice styles... lacy or plain knits. $6.50 Skirts . . . $4.95 These are tweed, gored...in brown, rust, wine, green, black, navy, 26 to 32 waists. $8.50 Leather Jackets $6.95 Hurrah! We've more of We were lucky to get them you. once. wine, black. $8.50 Blouses, $5.95 Just arrived for tomorrow’s selling. Satin, crepe or embroidered chiffon blouses....copies of French imports, white, eggshell, Siam beige, 1y, i A e 'S—FOURTH FLOOR them, r So are The first group sold out at Warm soft kasha lining green, beige, brown, navy, $1 Silk Stockings Pure silk from top to toe, 79 with a picot top...and an appreciation value that every woman will want. They're 5- thread, 42-gauge...and that means they're lovely and sheer...and dull, In these new shades liph, mal- aga, vintage, cabana, smoket, durbar, ofi-black and gun metal, 'S—STREET FLOOR Juniors . . . For You! Appreciation has brought values such as never before! $12.95 to $13.75 Dresses . . . $10 Canton crepe for afternoon and Sun- day night dresses . . . sheer woolens for daytime . . . Plenty of bright colors . . . for they are the most popu- lar fashions now. Sizes 11 to 17. $49.50 1o $59.50 Coats, *39-" st what juniors want now! Bright gglm ... dark colors . . . and here they sre at Appreciation savings. The furs . . . Wolf, squirrel, caracul, skunk, civet cat . . . on fine rough woolens, in Spanish tile, Corsair blue, green, black, brown. JELLEFF'S—THIRD FLOOR T R T S $1.50 Bath Soap, $1 agrant, hard-milled bath soap, six f: s box, each cake wrapped in Cello- phane. Chypre, rose, jasmine, sweet pea and lavender. 25¢ Cleansing Tissue, 19¢ w“Tish” . . . those convenient sheets of soft tissue that can be used for han- kies as well as to wipe away cleansing cream. JELLEF'S—STREET FLOOR What Values in the Grey Shops! $3 Satin Underwear $1.95 Gleaming pure-dye satin... feminine lace ruffies...well fitted waistbands on _the panties . . . dainty fitted chemises . . . some with lace tops . . . dance sets that you'll love! Appreciation values! Flesh, tearose, baby blue, and white. $3.95 Silk Slips . . . $1.95 ) satin or soft French crepe, bias or fitted lines, with lace top and bot- tom, or a plain-tailored slip with hem- stitching. = Flesh, tearose, white, tan, black, and navy. Vanity Fair Glove Silk These are famous for their besuty as well as their long wearing quality . . . discontinued styles at _tremendous sav- mr during Appreciation. Pure glove $3 Vanity Fair Bloomers, Panties and Spep-ins, $1.65 - $2 Vanity Fair Vests to Match, $1 $5 Vagabond Girdles, $3.95 Skinner’s satin, with elastic side sec- tions, slightly boned back and front. Sizes 26 to 34. $10 Foundation Garments $7.50 Prom a famous manufacturer . . . these garments of skinner's satin, with lace brassiere, uplift model that gives the rounded, feminine line. Short hips, sizes 34 to 42; long hips, sizes 34 to 44. $5 Flannel Robes, $3.95 Solid colors, collars and cuffs in con- trasti colors, and pij with braid P fn: sash with !flgl‘:eddenfll. Rose, French blue, wisteria, and jade green. JELLEFF'S—SECOND FLOOR $3 Rayon Pajamas, $1.95 A rainbow of colors . . . bright . . . or pastel! One-piece, one-piece with little coats, two-plece, or two-plece with a little coat . . . a you want, in a variety of styles, a little price you'll want several! JELLEFF'S—STREET FLOOR suc! 800 Pieces Jewelry Regularly $1.95 to $2.50 1 Necklaces Festoon Necklaces Pearl Necklaces Earrings Bracelets Oh, So Lovely! Everything smart to go with Win- ter costumes...dark colors...wine, brown, green, tile combined with ¢ metall Crystal-like necklaces in amethyst, aquamarine and topaz tones...festoons to wear for dressy wea; pearls (simulated) that wing into three strands in front and com- bine into one strand, fastening with a rhinestone clasp! Earrings to match many of the necklaces...wide bracelets in fashionable colors inlaid with silver! Such a collection. We have never seen the like of it at $1 per piece. Other Jewelry, $1.95 ... 33 ... 85 at Big Savings! JELLEFF'S—STREET FLOOR Gloves ¢ I 95 . Usually $3 Appreciation values like this don't often comre, and it's a grand chance to get a whole Winter’s supply, not for- getting that Christmas is not so far away! These are imported glace, in these nice colors . . . black, brown. ‘Washable suede pull-ons, with scalloped tops, and pique seams, in light brown and tan. ’