Evening Star Newspaper, January 31, 1933, Page 21

ALOTNENT LA SHELD DANGERDLS Yhreat of Suspension of Free and Ready Market for Hogs Is Seen. Objections of the meat packers to phases of the domestic allotment farm plan_and the national emergency act are presented in the following statement by a spokesman for the packers. BY W. WHITFIELD WOODS. President, Institute of American Meat Packers. CHICAGO, January 31 (N.ANA). —Although the eim of the domestic allotment plan and of the national emer- gency act, which is an outgrowth of the | domestic allctment plan, and which passed Congress, is to help the farmer, ! their outcome, so far as their appli- cation to hogs is concerned, would in- fl‘l‘: the producer instead of helpln:i The opportunity the farmer long | has enjoyed of a daily cash market, for all of the hcgs he wishes to sell | would be eliminated by the adoption | of the proposed legis'ation. | If the national emergency act, with #s tax of millions of dollars on hog purchases and its cost-fixing provi- sion, became law, the packing indus- try no longer could buy all the hogs the producers wished to sell, but would be forced to reduce purchases sharply. As a result terminal markets would be blocked with hogs that could not be | sold, and a surplus of hogs, for which there would be no market, would - pile up. Specifies Fixed Figures. ‘The national emergency act speci- fles certain fixed figures the pa-?kelcng industry would be required to pay in | the form of market prices and taxes combined, regardless of whether propor- tionate prices could be obttined for the products. In other words, the act would re- quire the processer to pay & tax equal | to the difference between some past local market price, as reported by the Becretary of Argicultire, and an ar- bitrary, fixed figure specified in the bill. The result would be that at the higher price levels necessitated by the Jaw pork consumption immediately would drop, and the packing industry could buy only the number -of hogs that could be sold as pork at prices | to justify the arbitrary hog costs fixed by the bill. That would destroy the daily market for unlimited numbers as it now exists, since the packing indus- try's present practice of buying all hogs coming to market is based on the ability to offer the products at a level that will move them into consumption. The arbitrary estabishment of the ultimate top cost for hogs which the bill contemplates would place the equivalent of a sales tax on Ameri- oan consumers of hundreds of millions of dollars, at the same time curtailing the unlimited market now available to the farmers. Packers Realize Situation. | ‘The packing industry fully realizes :‘he situaticn of the hog producer and 5 1 oo - ased retuons, but it | po 5 tlLe inclusio. of nogu in t proposed leg slation bcause it - incer: . | believes the effects of the legislation | would harm both procucers and packers. | The interest of the farmers and the interest of the packing industry are similar. Increased values would be wel- come to both. But the proposed bill 15 not the solution. A desire to meintain friendly rela- | § tions with live-stock producers has im- pelled the packing inaustry to make its | opposition ta the proposed legisiation | absolutely clear so that, if the bill be- | comes law and the unlimited cash mar- | ket for hogs which packers have main- tained for so many yeajs is affected. it will be understood that the packing | industry was not responsible. | (Copyright, 1933. by North American News- | aper Alliance, Inc.) | | KEYSTONE BLUE LAWS AND PRIMARY SCORED Bill to Repeal Election Act Ad- vances—Sabbath Rules Hear- | ing Planned. By the Associated Press. HARRISBURG, Pa., January 31.— Two strongly entrenched fronts, the Sunday blue laws and the primary, came under a heavy bombardment in the General Assembly today. H As a bill to repeal the primary elec- | tion act moved up for consideration on | final passage in the Senate the House Law and Order Committee prepared to xn its public hearing on proposed re- fon of the Sabbath observance laws. Proponents of the Chapman-Price bill that would do away with the 20- | year-old primary system of nomination | went into the battle today bolstered by & victory in a preliminary skirmish last night. B They defeated, by a vote of 29 to 20, ! & move to send the measure back to the Senate Elections Committee for a public hearing, but doubts remained as to the ultimate fate of the bill. Opponents of the bill last night pre- @icted that it probably would not re- celve more than a bare majority. i A number of the Senators who op- posed recommitment of the bill have declared they will vote against the pro- posal, which would bring back the old convention system of naming candi- dates for public office. Led by the Lord’s Day Alliance, sup- g:mn of the Sabbath laws that have en in effect since 1794 sought to withstand the onslaught of urban legis- lators who want Sunday afternoon sports and amusements. ! The House Committee in announcing the hearing last night stated a closed meeting of the committee will be held | immediately afterward. It was indi- cated that the measures may be re- ported promptly for consideration by the House. — MAYOR EXPLAINS RECORD OF HIS “PERFECT TOWN” Banner Elk, N. C., Has No Debt, No Relief Is Needed, No Arrests | in Four Years. l By'the Associated Press. BANNER ELK, N. C., January 31.— Mayor Shell of Banner Elk undertook rday to explain the town's posi- tion of “the perfect town” after re- celying many inquiries as to why no ong has been arrested here in four years, how the place keeps out of debt, and why there is no need for relief. The population, except the student body of Lees-McRae College and the age, is about 300 and the mayor and policeman serve without pay. The mayor says the town has few ex- penses and therefore is able to keep & small surplus, sometimes, in the treasury, while Dr. W. C. Tate, head of Sewing Classes to Continue. District chapter of the Ameri- n cn-vfl::ltlnmfluwaeny THE EVENING STAR. WASHINGTON, D. C., TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 1933. ‘B-S51 Yoses Greatest Sale Men’s & Women’s $1.84 to $2.45 Umbrellas $1-69 Choice of many styles, colors and novel handles. Clever animal heads and the like. 16 ribs; some with tips to match handles. Ladies’ $3.50 to $5.50 Gloves Now $1-69 Includes kids and suedes; various lengths, styles and colors. All sizes in the collection, but not every size in each style. Our Famous “Dexdale” Hosiery - 59c pair The nationally ‘known “Dexdsle” hosiery with picot top, run-stop feature, plaited foot for extra long wear, and narrow, slender- izing panel heel. New Spring oolors. Costume Jewelry 55c¢ Collection of bracelets, earrings, necklaces, clips and pins. Various styles. Formerly sold at mueh more. Regular 94c Pearls* 55c¢ Lustrous looking pearls® in one- strand style; also some 2-strand and 3-strand styles. With sterling clasps. *Simulated. New Handbags 94c Specially priced for the sale. New Spring bags, all nicely lined and fitted. Selection of styles and colors. Men’s Ties 44c New Spring patterns and colors. All hand - tailored. Specislly priced for this sale. Others at 88¢c Regular 35c and S0c Men’s Sox 5 o« 94c Men's novelty and plain sox. All sizes; new Spring colors. Men’s Shirts & Shorts Special 5 « 94c Quality shirts and shorts, white and colors. All sizes. Men’s $1.25 and $1.50 Pajamas 88c In white or colors. Fine quality. . All sizes. Men’s Shirts 64c They're gusranteed not to shrink. Neckband or with sttached col- lar. White or cplors. All Sizes $2.84 to $3.45 Slip-on Sweaters $1.69 In plain colors or novelty weaves. Vee or round necklines. Some surplus styles. Regular $31.50 Solid Mahogany Occasional Chair $18.95 Famous “Patex” Dish Towels 6 - 89c Scientifically made and proven by tests to dry three times as many dishes as ordinary towels. Leave no lint on glasses. SUITS Two and three piece styles, some with jackets, others with full length capes. Novelty tweeds and woolens. One style has two skirts—one checked, one plain. Sizes 14 to 20. Very special! New Spring § 18.50 $2.75 Electric Clocks $ 1 .49 Kitchen and mantel style living room clocks. In colored ensmel or mahogany colored finishes. Men’s Linen Handkerchiefs 6 =~ 62c Large size, pure linen, narrow hems. Very Special Ladies’ Linen Handkerchiefs O9¢ Pure linen handkerchiefs with embroidery or applique in corner. Narrow hems. Limited quantity. Men’s S0c Initial Handkerchiefs 22¢ White with hand-rolled hems; also sheer linen with colored corners. Overnight Cases $1-54 15-inch Size Nicely Lined A good looking imitation of leather. Black or brown. Metal elasps. ‘New Broadcloth Daytime Frocks 98c They're guaranteed color fast. In styles that are very stylish. Plaids, stripes, dots and patterns. All colors; sizes 14 to 46. Regular $3.50 Size Rallet Perfumes $1.49 Regular $3.95 to $15 Atomizers $2.95 In a variety of colors, including rose, green, yellow, orange, black and gold. Regular $2.85 Perfume Trays $1.95 With mirror or lace bottoms. Gold finish edges. Various styles. .Reg.ullr $119 2.Pc. Living Room Suite $79 Frame-style living room suite with fine carvings. Upholstered in choice of coverings. Guaran- teed construction. $27 All-Mahogany Drum Table with 2 drawers $15.75 Odds & Ends, $3.65 Gloves 94c Various styles, colors and ma- terials. Sizes are broken. Regular $2 Boys’ and Girls’ Shoes $1-39 School and dress styles; all- leather welts. Sizes up to 2. Boys’ Regular $1 Shirts 44c In plain colors, stripes or checks. Gusranteed fast colors. Sizes 7 to 14. Regular $24.50 Open Style Book Case with 4 shelves $17.95 Regular $34.50 Easy Chair $21.50 Large overstufied easy chair, in s choice of coverings. Guarsn- teed construction. Special Any Kind of Radio Tubes 2 for the price of All-Linen Dish Towels 6 = 89c¢ All-linen dish towels with col- ored borders. Plush Bath Mats 94c With fringed ends; green, orchid or yellow. Very attractive. Non- skid backs. You May Use Your “Purchase Card” Account also our Deferred Payment Plan These Are the “Highlights” of Our Sale . . . Mail or Phone Your Orders . . . Please Note Some Quantities Are Limited Plush Bathroom Seat Covers 64c Match the bath mats; in green, yellow or orchid. Very specisl. 95c to $3 Novelty Gifts 50c Includes china sugar and cream- ers, pottery candle sticks, wooden egg darner, hosiery boxes, bridge sets, ete. In the gift department. 44c to 95¢c Novelty Gifts 25c In the gift department. Bridge sets, pottery ssh trays, soapstone book ends, Chinese ash trays, etc. $135 2.Pc. Liv. Room Suite $98 Covered in a choice of attractive coverings. Guaranteed con- struction. $1.35 Girdles 89¢ In open mesh, satin or brocaded styles. Side or back fastenings. Small or large sizes. Flesh and white. Regular $1.50 Shampoo, Rinse and Wave Al for s1 Bither vinegar or lemon rinse and marcel or finger wave. Our same expert work st this price. $2 to $3.35 Dressersticks 95¢c Maetal dressersticks finished in uu_md. in orchid, green or ivory. $2 to $5.65 Boudoir Shades 95¢ - Silk boudoir shad some in peirs for dressersti Various colors. $1.90 to $385 Lamp Bases 95¢ 0dd boudoir or table lamp bases, in china, pottery, metal or slabaster. $15 Felt Mattress $10 All-layer felt mattress, guaran- teed not to Jump or knot. Choice of Ticks $31 “Sleepy Hollow” Easy Chair $19.95 Specially made with a form-fit- ting back and a sloping seat so that it fits exactly when you are in your natural lounging position. Linen Dinner Sets $4.95 Hemmed and lsundered linen damask dinner sets; cloth size, 70x70, and 6 napkins. Special. Genuine Oriental Mats Anatolian mats, approximate size 2x4 feet. Choice of colors. Limited num- ber.. Only One! Long Style Bed- Davenport e 0.8 50.50 $2.14 to $5.75 Priscilla Curtains $1.48 o Ruffled Priscills style curtains or cottage sets. Various materials and colors. Special Regular $7.50 Solid Mahogany Lamp Table $3.98 Special Group STREET DRESSES $ 5 44 Some wonderful ‘values at this low price. Black, navy, pastels, prints and combinations. All sizes. Worth mueh more! Regular $15 Mahogany Finish Occasional Chair $7.95 W. . Moses & Sons Nat’l 3770 Reat 11th SPRING HATS $2.89 Made to Sell for $5 to $10 New taffetas, new rough straws, new strawlike fab- rics, new brims, new wat- teaus, new turbans. Every hat beautifully tailored. Head sizes 211; to 24; all colors. $11.95 Console Table $5.50 Solid mahogany console table. In semi-circular style. 24 inches long. Special Seamless Axminster Rugs Size 9x12 $19.50 Regular $5—$6—8$7 SPRING SHOES $3.66 Straps, pumps and ties; pigskins, calfskins, kid- skins, reverse calfskins; all types of heels, sizes 3 to 9 and AAAA to C. Every type of shoe from sports to evening styles. Finger-Tip Linen Towels 6 =« 79c Dainty little finger-tip towels, in white or pastel colors. With fringed ends and applique or em- broidery decoration. $200 4-Piece Walnut and Gum * Bed Room Suite & 7 $25 Colonial Rocking Chairs $19.95 Charming rocking chairs with solid mshogany frames and = choice of covers, including old - colonial prints. With built for- ward top for head rest. $2 to $5 SHOES | In the Opportunity Shoe Shop, Lower Floor. Only 110 pairs of shoes, in broken sizes. Pumps, straps and ties. Regular $13.50 Solid Mahogany Coffee Table $6-95 $40 to $80 Oriental Rugs $20.50 Kurdistan genuine Oriy rugs in i from $9.95 Transparent Velvet Evening Wraps $3.99 Short cape length; may also be used over Summer dresses. Black, green, new'blue, red. All silk lined. Sizes 14 to 20. $135 Air-Filled Sofas $89 Only 4. Air-filled for greater comfort. All in different designs. 39c to 64c¢ Marquisette Curtain Materials Special 19C yd. Special Famous “De Luxe” SHEETS Size 72x108 94c Peasant Style Luncheon Sets $2.45 Novelty luncheon sets with cloth size 53x70 inches and six nap- kins. Pastel colors, novelty ‘weaves. All-Linen SHEETS In double or single sizes. Hem- stitched hems. A limited quantity. SHOE REPAIR SHOP Half Soles and Rubber 2 prs. for $1.10. While you wait; also free delivery. SPECIAL Hand-Printed Linens $1-89 vu Reg. $3.44 to $5.84 Hand-printed linens, various pat- terns. 50 inches wide. $275 Sofas $08 Only 3 Hair-filled, down seats. " Attrac- tive coverings; guaranteed con- struction. Famous ‘“‘Pepperell”’ Pillow Cases 17c each Only 240 of them. Sizes 42x36 and 45x36. $10 to $15 Table Lamps $4.95 Hand-decorated parchment shedes to match the bases. Assorted de- signs. A -pnul purchase mekes this reduction possible.