Evening Star Newspaper, November 27, 1931, Page 20

"R o SOCIETY | . (Continued From Third Page.) with continuous visiting from box to! box. It was truly a dancing party. the dance tunes finding but few in boxes and on the chairs outlining the flag-draped Boges. ‘The room, following the age-old tra- dition, was hung wilh service flags. and behind the box of the chief of naval operations and the major gen- eral commandant of the Marine Corps were .the flags of those officers. The Na Band Orchestra and a section of the Marine Band Orchestra played for the dancing and the floor from 10 o'clock until some time after the mid- night supper was well filled with dancers, enjoying the excellent music and the floor, The Vice President, Mr. Curtis, with | his brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Everett Gann, arrived shortly before 10 o'clock and were es- corted to their box by Admiral William V. Pratt and Rear Admiral Henyy Var- num Butler, commandant of the 1 , They were received by M Charles Francis Adams, wife of the Se retaty of the Navy; Mrs. William V. Pratt, wife of the chief of Naval Oper- atlons and chairman of the bgll; Mrs. Ben H. Fuller, wife of the commandant | of the Marine Corps, and Mrs. Henry | Varnum Butler, wife of the command- | ant of the Navy Yard. | Mrs. Adams was in & gown of green silk falling full to the floor. the bodice | having an embroidery of rhinestones She wore slippers to metch and long | white gloves. Mrs. Pratt wore a gown of rose color crepe, never lines, slipper: long white gloves deep green satin go figure and flared toward the bottom of the skirt, and her g whil Mrs, Butler was in bl the gown ing & square neckline and long with which she wore black s black gloves. | The Secretary of the Navy and Mrs | Adams arrived early, the latter taking her place at the head of the receiving line, while the Secretary, escorted by ‘Admiral Butler, went to their box. Mrs Adams stood for some time with her cloak, a pale violet velvet wrap with a deep collar of sable fur about her, the room being kept cool for the comfort of the dancers. Many handsome eve- ning coats and capes were in evidence during the early hours of the ball, par- ! ticularly in the boxes and in the row of seats about the room. The Vice President had with him in his box, in addition to Mr. and Mrs. Gann, his son-in-law and daughter, Col. Charles P. George, U. 8, A., and . Mrs, George; Mrs. Alvin T. Hert and her niece, Miss Eley; Maj. John M. ; Eager and Lieut. Don Lowry. Mrs. Gann wore g becoming gown of . silver lame fashioned long ahd with a { short train, and her ornaments were ; of jade and pearls. Secretary and Mrs. Adams were hosts in their box to Admiral and Mrs. Pratt, Rear Admiral and Mrs. Mark L. Bristol and their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and. Mrs. Henry 8. Morgan of New York, and Mr. Chafles Francis Adams, jr. ‘The Minister of the Irish Free State and Mrs. MacWhite were entertained at dinner at the Mayflower by Mrs. Jacob Leander Doose, who took her guests later to her box at the ball. The com- i pany also included Brig. Gen and Mrs. John McAuley Palmer, Col. and Mrs, Henry M. Morrow and Col. Charles Patterson. The major general commandant of ~_(Continued on_Thirteenth Page.) For Women Sizes 38 to 46 ‘The first prints of the ‘ season brighten up your Winter coat. This frock sketched comes in black, blue, red, green and brown back ground prints. .l_amd Floor THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. C. FRIDAY, - _ DOWN STAIRS STORE . @ But 23 More Shopping ' Days Before Christmas Debutantes and Gay Gad-abouts Can Live High Even on a Low Budget when The Down Stairs Store offers Evening Fashions 315 Smart molded dresses with diagonally seamed skirts and fitted hiplines...gowns with bustle-like bows...demure ruffle he narrowest of shoulder straps...sophisticated rhinestone trimming...or huge artificial flowers. A splendid collection of new eve- ning frocks—new in every detail, fabric, fashion, and color. Satins, taffetas, crepes and nets in black, blue, red, green, white, peach, violet, and eggshell. Other Evening Dn‘lm, $10 Evening Wraps, $15, $25 and $35 THE DOWN STATRS STORE Gift Suggestions For Juveniles and Infants— Dainty Little Broadcloth Creepers, in soft pas- tels; sizes 1 to 3 58¢ Attractive Frocks of sheer and heavy cottons. Sizes 1 to 3 58 ‘Warm Little Flannelette Pajamas, in stri] and kiddie patterns; sizes 2 to 6 Little Boys’ Cotton Wash Suits in numerous styles; plain colors and attractive contrasts; sizes 2 to 6 88e Girls' D sizes Boys' Wash Suits, in plain colors and smart contrasts; sizes 2 to 6 s1 Brother Sister Sults of all-wool jersey; navy, red, ta d bro 2 to 6. Infants’ blue Infants’ Hand-Finished Dresses, blue. Long, 8 months, 1 and 2 year siges, 8¢ Novelties and Soft Toys that baby will lovi Others at . Warm Bath Robes, in pastel and dark color- ings; for infants up to 6 years $1 Infants’ Warm Sacques, in white, trimmed with pink or blue $1 Doll, with trunk and change of costume. Com- plete 1 Several dressec Children's Warm Sweaters, in coat and slip- «lrver styles; pastels and dark colors. su:c Infants' Woollen Shawls, in white, pink and L For Girls— Rayon Combinations, in flesh shade. Sises 8 to 14 veaT80 Rayon Underthings; shorts, blouses and vests, in flesh shade. Sizes 8 to 16. Each Rayon Pajamas, in lovely contrasting colors. Sizes 8 to 14 Cotton Wash Frocks, in smart, youthful styles; plain colors and gay prints, Sizes 7 to 14, §1 Blouses of broadcloth; in plain colors and prints. Sizes 6 to 18 $1 Flannelette and Broadeloth Pajamas, colors, stripes and printed patterns. THE DOWN STAIRS STORE '1 InNew 5 Uplift Styles Dainty bandettes of French crepes, jerseys and satins, in new uplift models that give a smooth, graceful contour. Some with lace trim- ming. Flesh, white and peach. Sizes 30 to 36. THE DOWN STATRS STORE 81.95 A Charming Gift Suggestion French crepe slips in white, flesh and tearose, attractively embroidered, Also tailored styles in navy, black, tan, brown, and green—to wear under sheer dark frocks. Sizes 34 to 44. Other Slips also at $2.95. THE DOWN STAIRS STORE Gloves The Smart and Practical Gift for Every One Women's Fleece-Lined, Fur- Topped Driving Gloves, in brown and black. Sizes 6 to 8% siiieiiriiininnans ... 8228 Children’s Warm Knitted Wool Gloves, in brown, tan, navy, dark gray, and white.......50¢ Children’s Brushed Wool Gloves with striped colored tops, in brown, gray, and tan THE DOWN STAIRS STORE NOVEMBER 27, 1931 DWARD & LL.oT \\\'I// ROP wThe CAristmas Store < -t . -Now is The Time—and This is the Place— to be Practical About Gift Buying Three Good-Looking Styles —Specially Priced Excellent pajamas for gift-giving— and pajamas of this quality regu- larly sell at $1.50 and $2. Fine striped and plain-color cottons, in one and two piece, coat and middy v styles. Button styles are rayon looped. Blues, tans, green, laven- der and fancy. Sizes 6 to 18. ‘THE Boys’ Store, Fonmt FLOOR. Flannel Robes Gay Striped Effects Special $ 3 ‘95 Trimly tailored tobes of soft wool flannels, made with shawl collars, deep pockets, covered buttons, and fringed waist cords. Blues, greens, browns and tans. Sizes 6 to 18. Tnt Bovs’ Store, Fourrs FLOOR. Silk Pajamas Unusually Lovely Colorings $5.95 A delightfully grown-up gift younger - gitls adore. Dainty lounging pa- jamas in delightful new styles and colors—some with beautifully hand- painted jackets. Good quality crepe de chines in brilliant or delicate shades of pink, blue, red, and orange. Sizes 2 to 12. Other Lounging Pajamas in larger sizes— $10 to $16.50 GmLs’ FURNISHINGS, FOURTR FLOOR. Silk Lingerie Specially Styled for Juniors $9.95 Exquisite silken underthings that make most luxurious per- sonal, gifts for young misses. Evety piece specially styled and sized for juniors. Dance sets, chemise, slips, step-ins, gowns, and pajamas of glove silk, crepe de chine, and satin, with fitted yokes, bias cuts, and many finer souches. Lace- trimmed and tailored styles. Sizes 2 to 18. GIRLS’ FURNISHINGS, FourTH FLOOR. “Health Rider” A Toy That Entertains, Develops, and Exercises $5.50 This prancing steed will keep the chil- dren healthy and happy . . . and is ideal for exercising their legs and mus- cles. Seat, horse’s head, and handles of wood painted a vivid red, steel base, and spring of finely tempered steel. A splendid, sturdy toy that will hold up to 80 pounds weight. SANTA IS HERE—and he has brought a gift for every boy and girl, and = host of wonderful !finclion. you will want to . Plan to come in tomorrow. THE Toy Srorr, FourRTH FLOOR. Leather Coats Light, Comfortable, and Warm $7.50 Soft leather coats, lined with kasha, and warm as toast. - In brown, red, green, and navy, with deep flap pock- ets, and buckle-trimmed belts at wrists and waist. Sizes 8 to 20. Sizes 2 to 6, $5.95. Gis’ SPorTSWEAR, FOURTH FLooOR. For a Rainy Day— Raincoats With Matching Berets or Hats $.95 Leatherette and jersey raincoats; belted mod- els with slash pockets and large colored bone buttons. Red, copen blue, green, tan, brown, wine, and navy; sizes 7 to 16, s