The evening world. Newspaper, April 22, 1920, Page 4

oa DUTFIS FOR ARMY" Continared from Third Page.) the average chest measurement of @ recruit is 34 inches, and his waist ‘fs about 28 inches. The ts indicate that the recruits are t so well. developed as the volun- in ‘ular Army since the close of the war have hel around the chest and the abd: We have, ®, according to _the figures artermaster’s Department, “a perfect 34" army. F the drain upon the 34 has been terrific. © Th perfect 36 sizes on hand, quiring shirts measuring something terrific. Why the perfect 36's were not given 38 size under- shirts je not explained “It can't be done accordt to reg HI ulations,” explained the termast: ft “it measurements call for shirt he has to have a 34 shirt. And our con- tracta specity that the shirts must fot shrink.” wi ‘0 be done with these mil- lions of undershirts and drawers +h are too large for our syiph-like its?” asked the correspondent. hey are being held in reserve,” was the reply, “or upon being found uneless they will be cond¢eoel and sold as surplus.” “But why," pondent, “were shirts and drawers bought during the war when It was quite plain from the records that the und size of the Persisted the corres- All these extra size uverage recruit ii and 28 around the waist?” “Search me," replied the Quarter- master office. "You see the records. We are shy of 34 sizes in undershirts and we must have over 260,000 of them, and we must have about an equal number of drawers. Another thing we have to figure is supplying the Officers’ Reserve Training Corps personnel with summer underwear, and those birds run about 34 or un- der around the chest. I hearts and the army hi millions on normal oan vie irmy stocked hoes that cost on an avers j¢ $2.70 a pair. The ening World correspondent asked why such surplus supply of shoes could not be utilized? “Most of them,” explain: tient Quartermaster officer, nailed shoes. Now those hobnailed shoes were all right on the roads and battlefields of France, but they are no good “spd tt, on i nailed therd would bifeter dlex's feet. hi men, with new Aho Create Panic ANTE, Spain, Apr! hich were to partic! escaped yes' BETWEEN BROADWAY-FIFTH AVENUE HNIC Women’ s & Misses’ Wraps, Suits, Frocks, Translating the Later Vogue for Spring THE VALUES ARE MOST EXTRAORDINARY These New Suits Portray Hand _ Tailoring of a High Order JHE very highest expression of the later modes is portrayed in these walking, =} sports and lounge suits of Tricotine, Velour Checks, Homespuns and Imported Tweeds, with superb hand tailoring emphasized in every line and curve of their carelessly grace- ful silhouettes. Some models in Tricotine are enriched by silk hand embroidery. Very Specially Priced 50.00 HE trend of the later modes towards elegance of appearance produced by most elaborate silk embroidery, braiding and tucking is delightfully portrayed in these charming tailleurs of Vigoreaux, Poiret Twill, Tricotine and Covert Cloth; coats of varying lengths reveal gilets and waistcoats of silk in ornate color effects. Skirts are tunic, circular or pleated. Very Specially Priced 65.00 to 135.00 Coats, Wraps and Capes in New Interpretations of the Mode 4) IODELED upon ultra-modish lines of ex- ceeding smartness, the newer top coats | will attain preferment because of their beauty and utility, when fashioned of softly tex- tured fabrics, such as Polo Cloth, Bolivia, Vel de Cygne, Velour de Laine Distinctiveness is given and Cashmere Velour. by unique collar and sleeve effects, graceful silk stitching and rich linings. Very Specially Priced 25.00 to 85.00 the swing and flare of Fees UGGESTING in i their graceful fullness the fancies of the later Spring modes for voluminous outer garments, these wraps of Miami Cloth, Tricotine, Serge, Evora, Bokhara, Peach Bloom, Bolivia, Frost Glo and Velour de Laine, with their softly crushed collars and quaint sleeve effects are de- lightful examples of the newer vogue. Very Spscintiy Priced 30.00 to 145.00 Charming Afternoon and Evening Frocks In an Infinitude of New Style Expressions New Cloth Frocks in Charming Designs MONG the loveliest of modes evolved by the later fashions for Spring are the afternoon and street frocks of Tricotine and Serge in striking effects achieved by varied mode versions, such as abbre- viated jacket effects, pleated skirts and touches of silk embroidery and braiding. Very Specially Priced’ 22.50 7 INTRIBUTING variety and inimitable charm to the feminine wardrobe ere the newer daytime IS=74) frocks of Tricotine, Covert Cloth, Poiret Twill and Serge, introducing delightful innovations in the shape of straightline, tunic and draped effects, pleatings and tucks, as well as embroidery and beading, in designs of unusual artistieness. Very Specially Priced 30.00 to 100.00 Frocks of Silk for Day and Evening Wear HE newer modes for day and evening wear dis- play a graceful symmetry of line promoted by modish flares, ruffles and tunics as displayed in ros dainty frocks of Taffeta Silk and Satin in lovely color themes. Elaborately beaded afternoon frocks of Georgette are very persuasive in their artistic appeal. Very Specially Priced 35.00 of the Spring modes and designed for every @: harmonious accord with the later developments t function, formal or informal, are the exquisite afternoon and evening frocks of Taffeta Silk, Satin and Lace in unexpected expressions of the vogue, Afternoon frocks of Georgette in newer mode effects are resplendent with, beading and embroidery, New Wrap of Vel ve fied $95.00 il OE Very Specially Priced 40.00 to 125.00 A MT spate in bul in. terday and injured i persons. Most of tho ‘sulle were killed after causing | | THIS ESTABLISHMENT HAS NO SYMPATHY WITH HIGH COST OF LIVING; AND CONSEQUENTLY CONT! | UES TO MARK ITS GOODS AT THE SMALLEST MARG! OF PROFIT. INC’ { OUR PATRONS ARE ASSURED THAT PRICES IN OTHER STORES ARE NEVER LOWER THAN OURS. =] FRIDAY anv SATURDAY. | 4 we OFFER MONEY SAVING ITEMS, DESIRABLE MER- CHANDISE, THAT EVERYBODY WANTS, AT BIG PRICE REDUCTIONS. WATCH OUR LACE SPECIALS WEEK, SOMETHING N WOMEN’S SPORT COATS IEW | Plenty of snappy styles in Ph vg colors Black Chantilly Flouncing, 22 in, wide. Value 2.75 yd., for. 2 Metal Laces, 6 in. wide Value 2.10 yd., for | Val. Laces and Insertions, French and | round meshes. Val. 1.25 doz. yds.for .90 ‘WOMEN’S BLOOMERS ‘of batiste, crepe or sateen in pink or white, elastic at waist and knees, rein- forced seats. Values to 1.75 for. 1.25 } PHILIPPINE UNDERWEAR Hand made and elaborately hand em- broidered night gowns and envelope chemises, Value 5.00 ea., for....3.95 CHILDREN’S DRESSES of gingham, voles and batiste, white and iety of models, sizes 2 soiled from handling. y: Values to 5.00 ea., for.. 2.65 Stamped Scarfs, 18x54 in., of ead Regularly .75, very special at... .60 Metal Bag Frames. Value .75. Special at......0..06. «45 160 Hairpin Cabinets, containing Wisaese rimes i) bronze and black invisible pins. Val. .25 box, for.. Lingerie Tape, white or pink, 8 yds. Reg. .15 for 12 SALE OF RICH RIBBON Camisole Ribbon, 74 to’ 814 inches wide, including exquisite novelty taffetas, sati plain satin taffetas and mes- salines, fich qualities, in shades of white, flesh, pink, ciel, turquoise, mais and orchid. Values to 2.00 yd, for... .95 Hair Bow Ribbon, lot includes taffeta, moire, with satin stripes, in all the desir- able colorings; also some beautiful plaids, in sash and hair bow widths. Value to .95 yd., for AN EXCEPTIONAL OFFERING FINE IMPORTED NOVELTY fre VOILES AT THAN HALF REGULAR PRICE An exquisite assortment of high grade white cotton voile, with beautiful border effects, in shades of orchid, Copenhagen, navy and oxford grey, 44 and 46 in. wide, limited quantity. Imported to sell at 2.00 per yard. Weoffer them while lot lasts at, per, yard, Navy and Black All Wool Serge, 56 in. wide, double warp, exceptionally fine wearing quality. 4.25 Lise Per, yd., special at...... 12049 All Wool Polo Coating, 56 in. wide, in natural camel's hair color, medium weight, soft finish, very desirable for Spring Coats. 6.75 grade, special, per yd......4.85 A SALE OF NEW SILKS at remarkably low prices for Friday and Saturday only. Crepe de Chine, 40 in. wide, grade, every desirable shade and white and black. .Our 3.25 grade for Foulard Silk—An_ exceptionally fine quelity in an exquisite assortment of new designs and colorings, including black and white. 3.50 grade for Economy Silk—A well known Burton fabric, silk and cotton, very durable; comes in every desirable shade, including white and black. Today's value, per yard, 1.85, for. .89 Black Satin, all pure silk, yarn dyed, | an exquisite dress q Our 4.85 grade for Black Messaline Satin, yard wide, thoroughly reliable quality, Our 8.00 grade, per yard, for...2.39 FINE CHINA, CUT GLASS, LAMPS, BRIC-A-BRAC, CANDLES, SHADES We have Tripled the Space formerly al- lotted to this department, and are olfer- ing wonderful bargains. 100 PIECE DINNER SETS Nippon China Set, 100 pes. rich gold border. Value 125.00 set for 98, Limoges China Set, 100 pcs. Value 110.00 for ..... . 89.75 English Porcelain Set, 100 pes, Value 75.00 for 57.00 American Porcelain Sets, 100 pcs. Value 28.00 for....... Value $9.00 for. Value 50,00 for Just opened & big shipment of Avail ware in deep Yellow, Turquoise Blue, Old Rose, Old Blue and Green; Teapot, Sugar, Creamer and i 1 Saucers, ‘per set . 9.75 Tea Plates to match, per doz, 7,50 Bread and Butter Plates to match, ‘4.75 high 9 | medium weight. Q)| Reg. value 3.00, and attractive mixtures, bel styles with patch Lael Values to 36,60 for. . Values to 55.00 for. . 180 SILK DRESSES in taffeta, crepe de chine and Georgette, wonderfully attractive styles, in an as- sortment colorings, values to 30.00 for 18.00 Silk and Georgette Blouses, Newest Styles and Colorings, in tail- ored slip-on and richly trim fects, made of fine quality Georgette, taffeta, Lot and crepe de chine. ‘alues to 10.00, each WEEK END SUIT CASES black enameled duck, cretonne lined, with pocket, 16 in., value 5.60 for. 4.75, Traveling Bags, black fabrikoid, water- proof, 16 in., light weight, reg. 7.95 for. Men’s and Women’s Umbrellas, bor- dered American taffeta, Bakelite rings, silk cord loops; also P. W. and, opera handles. Value 4.75 for 3.95 SALE OF WOMEN’S GLOVES EXTRAORDINARY VALUES Ivory Capeskin Gloves, P. K-sewn Black, silk embroidered backs; smart seasonable glove, reliable make, all sizes from 514 to 74. Value $.00 pair for White Glace Kid Gloves, 2 clasp, full P. K. sewn, three row drawn backs, high ade, sizes 634 to7¥4 only. Galue’ 8.60 pale tor HANDKERCHIEF SPECIALS Ladies’ handkerchiefs, hand embroidere: floral designs in colors. Reg. .75 each for .. Men’s handkerchiefs, stripe border. Reg. .39 each, for. An accumulation of ladies’ sample hanc kerchiefs, all white and colored em broidery, some slightly soiled fror handling. Reg. .85 to .45 each for «2! MILLINERY (Main Floor Section) Smart trimmed hats of shiny Jap. stray for street or dress wear, trimmed entirel; with flowers and ribbon. Value 10.50, special at. Sport hats of Bangkok straw, straigh! and rolling brims, bye flange of hemp on edge; black and colors. . Value 6.75 for - 4.98 i 9 | Split Straw Sport Hats, belded sailor: and mushroom shapes, vie eben banc and bow, in an assortment es 1! Value 10.50 for.. FLOWER AND F ALS Rosebuds, three to the bunch’ (witl foliage), old rove, pink and tea shade,. Value .75 bunch. Special at.... «5% Bunches of grapes, Opehyts any Bordeaux oolorin, Value .57 for WOMEN’S SILK STOCKINGS, PERFECT & FULL FASHIONED, AT BIG PRICE REDUCTIONS 500 Pairs All Silk Stockings, black, 3.50 grade for. .2.85 350 Pairs Pure Silk Stockings, good weight, reinforced lisle tops and’ soles, in black, brown, nav; : 2.50 300 Pairs Silk Stockings, medium weight, Black, with double lisle eet topsand soles. 8,00 grade for. . 750 Pairs Silk Lisle Stockings, medi- um weight, reinforced lisle tops and soles, in nee white and brown. 1.59 grade, special at WOMEN’S COMBINATION suits This lot includes all sizes, but not in every style. Values to 1.50 for .95 MEN’S WEAR We call your attention to a Specie Sale of Men's Pajamas and Under- wear. The best makes only at remark. ably low prices. Pajamas—“Universal” make, none bet- ter. An assortment of désirable stripes and plain colors, in most durable cotton ere Seer | Pajamas—“Universal” make, high grade white madras, excellent "39! quality. Reg. value 4.50, at.. 35 Shirts and Drawers, well known bi Balbriggan and white cotton, all since. fog. 1.16 grade, at, each... 40 only. . Reg. price 2.00,at.. 1.69 Union Suits, Cooper's Genuine Soi- sette, sizes $4 to 46; a high grade gar- ment. Reg. value 3.25, at, each 2:39 MEN’S GLOVE SPECIAL Ivory Cape, high grade, all know rts as i bk Spear "back, ful mee ee taaee, ‘Value BAD ter pau a 200 TABLE LINENS—ALL PURE LINEN LUNCH CLOTHS, hemstitched, 36x36, 45x45 and 54x54 inches; excep- tionally fine quality, a range of pretty patterns. Regularly 5.50, 8.25 and 10.50 each, very scarce. Sale prices. TRAY CLOTHS, hemstitched, 17x26 inches; handsome floral designs, Regularly 1.85 each, for ‘TABLECLOTHS AND NAPKINS 3.98, 5.50 and 6.75 79 TO MATCH, Irish manufacture; Secale petarns of attractiveness, at the following special prices: ‘LOTHS, 68x68 inches. Regularly 13.50 each, for NAPKINS, 22x22 inches. Regularly 16.50 doz., only) for 12.98 (Sold in sets LUNCH NAPKINS, 13x13 inches; hemmed; ‘a quality of decked superiority. Neat designs. Regularly 9.00 doz. . Speci ( 1 ted of loose ¢-/ Tiy RESO Vi at rf Union Suits, genuine BVD, sizes 34 to