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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Down 90 the Prices-Way Down on
Floor Coverings
- - q"
and Draperies

Felt Base Floor Covering pattern in blue
and white tile effect slightly imperfect. An 8sc
value square yard, SAC.
Coneoleum Rugs-Heavy, durable quality-ail-
over patterns; size 6xo feet; each, $3.50.
.>ss .Congoleum Runners-Just "a in the lot; at
tractive designs and good colors. $7S value, each.
S1.6O.
Oil Opaque Window Shades-Odd lots in
sorted sizes To close out. each. $1OO.
~. Irish Point Lace Curtains-Mounted on
strong net; regular $485 vaiue, pair. 1915.
Remnants of Terry Cloth, Reps and Poplins
Many patterns and coors regular STAG quality.
yard, $l.OO.
Couch Covers-Offered in several attractive
striped designs; regular $3.50 value each, $3.50.
Remnants of Serim Marquisette and Nets-A
yaried assortment of patterns on fine quality ma
teriais; worth up to 75c, yard SOC.
Fourth Floor-Lansburgh Brother.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21

TENS. etc. in q way calculated to sta
bili3e general conditions and to rem
der China q safer and more profitable
field for the private initiative and eff
fort Of our citizens.
Owing to the war the British and
Ere nch markets may be unable for
some few years to come to purchase
any large amount Of foreign securf-
ties either Of China or of any other
nation.
The American group, therefore, has
by force of circumstances jumped
from an inconspicuous position in the
old consortium to one Of primo i'm
|portance in the new. In this America,
las represented, through the group,
should be equipped to play a very ac-
tive part. II 50 equipped she will be
able to envisage the situation so as
Ito lay out, with her experienced part
|ners Of Great Britain, Franco and ia
pan. a sound and comprehensive plan
for the economic and financial devel-
opment Of China"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
BY A. II. DECKER.

Special Cable to The Star and Chicago Daily
News. Copyright 1920.
BERLIN. October 21.-An attempt Is
being made to flood the United States
with Europe's undesirables. despite the
Recommendations made by the Amerf-
can consular agents in European cities
Cases are by no means rare In which
the consular agents have rejected pass
port applicat tons Of undesirable per-
sons only to have direct orders come
from Washington. to wise the pass
ports This is true not only in one
city. but in many throughout central
Europe.
There is in Europe what is called
the joint distribution committee, an
organization working with American
funds ostensibly for the relief Of the
destitute in Europe. AS a matter of
fact, with it's branches in many cities,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
A Smashing Drive Against Prices
Wonen's Stockings

Women's Full fashioned Silk Stockngs-slighty
irregular weaves of quality which recently sold
for $500 In black and white. Pair, $1.OO. -
Women,s Lace and Plain Silk Stockings, sizes 9.
to very recently they sold for much higher prices
Pair, Csc.
FuI-fashioned Mercerized Isle Stockings
Irregulars of $l00 and $125 vaues-black, white
brown and some coors. Faults hardly notice
able. Pair, soc.
Women's Mercerized Stockings. black and
dovan; also fiber silk in black only. Made of Sc
lected yarns properly reinforced. Pair, soc.
Laced Clicked Silk Stockings-Perfect quality
black only. Two patterns of broad Paris pattern
or lace clocks. Greatly underpriced. Pair. $3.50.
Women's Ribbed Sport Hose-Wool mixed in
green and brown heather shades. Very specially
priced. Pair $2.35.
First Floor-Lansburgh 4 Brother.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Such Is Fate! Low Prices Attack
Wash Goods
Remnants

We have gone through the stock of our busy
Wash Goods Section and have carried out all the
short pieces and oddnents These we have reduced
for quick selling: The choicest fabrics are includ-
ed-useab Bile lengths. Choose from Longcloth. India
Liaon Popn. Wolfe, Bingham, Outing Flannel and
other best sellers" Regularly priced 38c to SIC,
ya1,d, 2oc.
36-inch Plain Colored Wash Goods-part silk
and will wash and wear and look like real silk reg
ulaT $l25 and $3.50 grades, yard, CSC.
Nine Pieces of Part-Wool F1annels, in pretty
ped patterns. suitable for blouses, skirts sleep
Engagements, etc. Regular $lO0 value, yard, CSC.
First F1oor-Iansburxh 4 Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Goodbye Profits on These
Blous'es at u price

These are the one and two Of kind, select
ed from regular stock. Mostly Georeette Crepe
Blouses, but few of fine Swis. Wolfe are included
Choice of black ,and wanted colors. Broken sizes
but # you finds your size, then you get real
price. go.
75c Lingerie Blouses-made of small-check and
plain Voiles, tailored lace trimmed Broken
sizes-while they CAST, each. soc, ~
-
1876 Georgette sand Crepe de Chine Blouses. IN
regulation and tie-on styles. Flesh, white bisque
All are shoft-sleevet models, in sizes IS to A.:
While they last $ZsH, ~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
FREED ON 81, 900 BOND.
Lieut.. Col. Booton Accused Of In
juring Boy by Slap.

Lieut. Col John G. Booton Of $3.50
2sth street. charged with assault on
John E. Hayden, jr,. of 1850 2sth
street, was released yesterday on a bond
of $1,000 pending trial on November g.
Hayden is eleven years old and 1t is
charged Col. Booton slapped him while
playing yesterday. knocking him
down. The fall resulted in a slight
conclusion of the brain and the at
tending physician stated the boys
condition Is serious.
Col. Booton said he slapped young
Hayden because he was bullying" his
son on the street.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
ATTEMPT TO ~ GOD u. S:
WITH UNDESIRABLE ALIENS

1t is decla { ed to be financing emigra-
ton to Amu RIGA.
Those who are going are largely
from Galicis and they are looked upon
as a scouisge which every western
European mutton is fighting. In Ger
many. Austria and Poland the news
papers have( published articles asking
the people o. be patient. for there
Galiciahs ara but transients on their
way to the nited States.
So-called refugees are helped with
money to prs'ceed to every American
consulate wits 500 miles. where as
founding prem sure Is brought to bear
to obtain visa7. They are heading to
all ports on uieir way to the United
States. There are thousands of them
in Danzig al waiting transportation
They are besi eging Berlin. Prague.
Vienna and 9th er large cities and eff
forts are now being made to launch
a movement fdr the appointment OF
more American vice consuls through
out Poland to acilitate the business.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Remnant Shots
About the First Floor

About the First Floor
Little lots from here and thereon which
quantity buying means large savings.
SOC Gold Plated Lingerie Clasps pair, SOC.
sec Filled Pearl Necklaces, graduated style &C.
$1o8 Top-Strap Vachette Purses nicely lined
fitted with mirror SLID.
SOC Rope Shopping Bags, 45c.
l2c Lux for Csc.
Soc Pebeco Tooth Paste, 33c.
240 Women's and Childrens Handkerchiefs-of
lawn with hemstitched roll edge, embroidered
corners. also some sport effects. Samples of much
hgher-priced lines. Sc.
"a Women's Silk Umbrellas purple blue or
green; full bakelte ring handles. $3.50.
20 Women's Silk Gloria Umbrellas, white bone
tips, 26-inch Paragon frames, $3.50.
Is Children's Silk Umbrellas. navy or green, q
or A-inch Paragon frames; bakelite trimmed silk
Is Childrens Silk Umbrellas, bakeIite, same
as above, with ring handle; EACH $780,
Odd Piece. Of Sample Neckwear including Col
lars and Sets of lace, organdie and nets-a pleas
ing selection. Greatly NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. SOC to
Coiored Silk Nets, 40,inches wide, in odd coors
rose. blue, gray. scarlet. orange. lavender and
black. Regular $275 quality, yard. $l.5O.
Figured Metal Coth-Handsome gold and sill
effects, in floral and conventional designs. Reg
ular $l75 value Remnant price yard. $50.
Remnants of Laces, Trimmings and Nets
large assortment Remnant price Is half price.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Priced Far Below Regular
Interesting
to Women

Cotton Taffeta Petticoats, in floral effects, also
black with deep plated founce:, trimmed with
fancy Heatherbloom tafeta; special, S1.zo.
Women's Nightgowns Of Windsor crepe, in
flesh color, or fancy figured effects, finished with
hestitching and stirring. Regularly sold at $l95.
each, $l.5o.
Coverall Aprons, made IN Gretchen style, with
large pockets and sash. Solid blue with white
binding. Regular $l.50 value, SLID.
Third FloSr-Lansbu1Eh 4 Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
100 Women Will Profit
Silk and Satin
Dresses

Values such as these have not been presented for
many DAYS Every dress is new-well styled and
we'll made The lines are smartly simple, the trim
mings of beads, embroideries or braid tastefuly
applied. At least dozen models to choose from,
including number of silk dresses Colors black
and navy The Remnant Sale price, $l37S.
10 Separate Skirts-including models of silk
wool plaids and navy blue serge. Plain or pleated
Sizes for women and misses Formerly priced 1895
to $500. Choice, $7.95.
Second Floor-Lansbursh 4 Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Do Boys Like
Bargains?
I'm Say They Dol

70 Boys Cloth Hats, including rah rahs. crush
ers and Aioine styles in plain colors and fancy
mixtures for school or play. Regular 9sc value.
each, &c.
14S Boys Sweaters-Coat styles of an excellent
quality and close weave; roll collars side pockets.
Gray brown, maroon and navy. Formerly S348,
each, $3.50.
IA Boys Golf Caps, plain colors. plaids and
mixtures lined and unlined; leather sweats and I'm
breakable visors. Formerly &c, each, 49c.
Big Boys, Overcoats; sizes "a to 81. Brown
and gray mixed overcoatings; choice, $500.
100 Worsted Toques. plain colors and combina-
tons. Regular price, 75c; choice, 35c.
FIFTH Fioor-Lansbureh Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Remnant Prices Score in
Low. Shoes at $4.85

4s5 Pairs of Low Shoes in miscellaneous
styles of black coored'ki or white The sizes are
mostly AAA, AA and A widths and lengths 4 to 8.
There are a number of pairs Of small sizes from
to in all widths. The values are very excep-
tional to those who may be able to find their size
among the lot.
Second F1oor-Lan.burgh & Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
For Much Less Than Regular
Co'rl'sets and 4: |. :
.BrassiereSr

Corsets made of white and pink coutil, with
medium low bust, girdle top and elastic sides All
with hose supporters Sizes 10 to 30 Not all sizes
in all styles $1.69. .4ae,
Brassieres, hook front and back models, with
elastic at back, Male Of pink broeade,.,In sizes
81 to a. Very special, 4Sc. rr1,s
Third Flesr-LAnsburgh & Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
WANTS PROTECTION
|. FOR HOME MARKET
T. W. Lamont Suggests the
Need Of Guarding Against
Foreign Securities.

In the course Of his report to the
Investment Bankers Association.
holding Its annual convention in Bos-
ton. Thomas w. Lamont, chairman of
the committee on foreign securities,
made reference to irresponsible offer
ings in municipal and other foreign
securities in this market and sug-
gested. as a protection to American
investors, the establishment Of some
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
You'll Be Surprised
Art Oddities

Al table heaped full of pretty and useful stamp
ed arxicles-priced for quick removal; includes
Stamped Luncheon Sets, Wolfe Blouses, Crib Cow
ers, Laundry Bags, and other articles Formerly
priced%s9c and up to $l2s, choice, 60c.
Smaller articles, including Boudoir Caps, Bags
and numerous stamped pieces none sold for less
than Csc, choice, lOc. :.
Fifth FIoor-Lansburgh 4 Brother.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
THE MARCH QUEEN.

From the Cornell Widow.
ct stole a march on them all right
| said the kleptomaniac as she walked
out OF the 10-cent store with a sheet
| of music in her mum.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21

Columbia county fair, in Pennsyl-
vania, boasts at least Of one. regu-
lar" Cyrus Demott. eighty-sfx, hale
and hearty despite his years. came
to the recent fair for the sixty ixth
time. He attended the first one and
has never missed one since.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Prices Are Particularly Enticing in
Children'S and
Infants Wear

Childrens Rain Capes made of rubberized
cloth in tan, with plaid lined hoods. Sizes to
IA years. Regularly priced $395, each, sos.
MILDLY Blouses in al-wool serge braid trimmed
Sizes to e years Regular value. $495. Friday
Remnant Sale, $4.45.
>. Infants Long Dresses made of fine quality
nainsook. All handmade in Bishop styles with
dainty lace trimming neck and sleeves. Rem
nant sale, $l.95.
Children's panty" Waists, made of good
quality cambria. All reinforced with tapes and
bone buttons Sizes to IL years. Regular SOC
value, 38c.
Children's Creepers and Rompers, made of
pink and blue chambray In sizes to years.
'Iwanta" models and very comfortable. Special
priced for Remnant day, SLID. -
Third Floor-Lansburxh 4 Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
What the Remnant Sale Does for
Wonen's Knit
Und erW ear

Fine ,,Bleached Ribbed Corset Covers with
Dutch neck elbow sleeves, fitted at waist. Sizes S,
and 9. Soc value, &c.
WomeRs Bleached Ribbed vest-1ow neck;
sleeveless, with crochet top. In size S only. 2sc
value, Friday only, 1zlc.
WomeRs Silk and Cotton Combination Suits,
with Dutch meek elbow sleeves and high neck and
long sleeves Ankle and knee lengths. Size only.
$z.z5 and.$z75.
Boys F1eeced Lined Combin alton Suits with
high neck, long sleeves and ankle length. Sizes 6,
10 and H.; 500 value, each, $3.50.
MISREPRESENTATION 4 Brother e..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Look to Your Needs in
Ribbons

large assortment of Ribbon Remnants,
cumulations from our recent sale. In all colors;
plain fancy, satin MORE and tafteta. All good
for making fancy work. Yard, Csc.
First Floor-Lansburgh & Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Buy What You Have Wanted
Smart Fur Scarfs
Decidedly Underpriced

Many and misses have wanted one of
these smart Fur Scarfs, but have not bought. be-
the prices have been little higher than they
cared to pay. Don't miss this opportunity. Prices
have been lowered to half and less than half
$3.50 Jap Fox Scarf, $1995.
$500 Fox Scarf, $1,000.
1850 Black Fox Scarf, $500.
1-$45O0 Skunk Opossum Scarf, $500.
$500 Black Cat Lynx Scarfs, $3.50.
1850 Lustrolynx Scarf, $500. H.
1-$ss.0o Wolf Scarf, $3.50.
1-$35.O0 Lustrolynx Scarf, $780,
1-$39.50 Taupe Fox Scarf, $1995.
l-$3o.50 Jap Cross Fox Scarf, $lo.o5.
Second F1oor-Lansbursh 4 brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
y e
Remnant Reductions Strike
Notions

Scissors and Shears, in assorted sizes. All
samples pair, Csc.
Snap Fasteners-in back and white all sizes,
dozen, 1Oc.
6-yard Piece Cotton Twilled Tape, in three
widths, piece, 7c.
Maid of America Hair Nets, in cap and straight
styles. for Csc. .-...
Fancy Frilled Elastic. A-yd. to piece. All
colors, Csc.
Sanitary Napkins II in box. good quality
Dozen 45c.
First Floor-Lansburgh 4 Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21

means Of registration Of such issues
placed in this country.
I'm addition to such dollar obliga-
tions as have been brought out" he
said. ''there have been many Amefi-
can purchases of internal municipal
and government loans of various for
eign countries. It would seem advis-
able, in connection with such pur-
chases in this country, to draw the
attention Of the Investment Bankers
Association to the necessity Of taking
some steps looking toward the protec-
ton Of the American investment pGb-
lie, both through the dissemination
OF a more exact knowledge fthe ma
ture and intrinsic merit Of some of
these securities, as well as the estab-
lishment Of a safeguard against the
issuance of forged or fraudulent Sc
curities. "-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21

in most cases upon the depreciation Of
the present exchange rate as COM
pared with normal and the possibility
Of huge profits through the return of
exchange rates to normal. In most
cases very little, If anything, has been
said of the nature of the obligation
or its intrinsic merits.
1T is the belief Of your committee,
therefore, that steps should be taken
for the remedying Of a situation
which is susceptible to considerable
abuse. Merely as a basis of discus
sion and with the idea Of getting some
concrete proposal your committee
suggests the advisbility of the es-
Enlistment of some means of regis
tratfon of internal foreign govern
ment and municipal loans placed in
this country and for the establishing
of the authenticity of such issues.
Plans for China.
The consortium for China, as has
already been announced. does not plan
to concern itself with private enter
prise. private business or private in
dustry in China. Rather it will con-
fine itself to the development of
China's great basic enterprises. such
as the reform of her currency. the es-
of transportation sys-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Sponsors Not Strong.

ut is a matter Of common knowl-
edge that a great many foreign mu-
nicipal and government internal loans
have been handled by houses of linn
tied responsibility. The basis upon
which such securities have been sold
to the American public has been the
current depreciation of foreign ex-
changes prevailing in the countries
whose internal issues have been float
ed here. Emphasis has been placed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
d.. G.. P0stmnstera'
Plans to Aid
mail Voters -

Absentee voters will ind either
the city POstmAster or his as
sistant ready to help them pre-
pare their ballots at central
postal. station. 18th and III
streets. beginning tonight.
AsststanCe to those needing
the postmaster's certificate will
be given at the place named
each night from 2 to 0 O'Clock.
rather than at the main city
post ONCE. ~ was Inadvertently
stated yesterdAy.
Such service will be accorded
voters each day from o'clock
nm. to 8 O'Clock pm. at the
main ONCE.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21

Generally a wish is expressed among
that official America could
talk with contemporaries in Budapest:
then they would see the folly Of this
wholesale Importation Of radical cit
izenship material
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Hand 1t to Us for
Big Glove Values

only. Sizes 81 to 6l. There only 81 pairs
in this lot SO come early Pair$l.65.
$3.50 1clasp Cape Gloves, in black and several
shades of gray. n sizes 5H, So and E. Wonderful
quality. P. K. M. sewn. Come early. Pair $l.50
sl.50 8-button Chamoisette Gloves, in beaver and
natural color only; in sizes 81, 6, 6H and 7 only
Not size in both colors. Pair 08c
First Flser-Lansbursh 4 Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Economy Prompting Prices on
Linen Remnants

The accumulation from our two-week Ami
versary Sale of Imported and Al-Linen Table
Damask in ~ and 3H yard lengths. Odd napkins,
towels buck and Turkish, scarfs, plain and nat
ura1 linens, bath mats, crashes and so forth.
Choice at Greatly Reduced Prices
First F1oor-Lansburgh 4 Brother
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21
Startling! You'll Readily Admit
Silk Remnants

We have held many Remnant Sales but
of them equals tomorrow's economy opportunities.
for the silks those in most active demand the
been cut TO- the quick for quick action. =.
Choose from Crepe Meteor. Satin Charmeuse,
Satin Brilliant, Chiffon Satin and Radium Taffeta
in black, navy blue and the popular shades
Lengths from to yards So and 30 inches wide
Formerly priced $500 to $500. Yard, $l.9S.
= Third FIoor-LansburEh & Brother.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21

Remnants of Longcloth Cambria and Domestic
Nainsook; all are 36 inches WIDE and formerly sold
up to 6Oc; yard 25e.
One lot of Perca1es, good quality, for aprons,
shirt waists, etc. Regular 3oc value, yard, &c.
Very Fine Shifting Percales, in the beautiful
combination stripes; lengths of 10 and II yards
Regular SOC value, yard Csc.
One lot of Unbeached Sheeting-9-4 and o-10
width. for double-bed sheets; easy to bleach Reg
ular 75c value, yard, SOC.
Look at this! Amoskeag and Lancaster Apron
Ginghams-you know the excellent wearing quail
titles. Special, yard, nc.
Fine Percaie Sheets vanity brandt, two sizes
81x9o and 8lxl08 inches. Regular $3.50 and $500
value, each, $3.50.
81 First Floor-Lansbursh 4 Brother
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Wherein the Men Profit
In Our Mems Shop

Silk Half Hose, full fashioned mostly in
black, some brown and white. Subject to slightly
irregular weaves Pair, 75c.
Mems Tan Cape Gloves, broken lots in Elite
and Meyers make All good sizes. Formerly S.
and $3.50 and worth more today. $3.50.
Shirts and Pants, made of natural gray wool
mixed or heavy ribbed cotton Refs and Cooper
makes. All perfect, worth more, $1.6o. @
Refs Union Suits, medium weight worsted
mixed. Broken sizes only. At two prices. s.
grade $500, and $3.50 grade, $3.50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1920-10-21

$50 Off Remnant Prices
Hundreds of yards in desirable lengths In the
assortment of weaves, in qualities and in colors
This is one of the occasions that make purchas-
ing in quantities worth while. ...e4
The Savings Are Practically 500 .-
Included are 54-inch Tricotines, navy serges
peachbloom, Jersey, svertone tweeds, duvetyns
Priestleys black fabrics, cream woo1ens-and
miscellaneous lots of coatings-cheeks, stripes and
plaids: Lengths vary from ~ to yards. :,
1000 yards 56-inch Atwood Navy Blue Serge
known mill shorts, but guaranteed perfect in
every respect. Full Sc inches wide-a rich shade
of dark navy blue Regular $3.50 quality, yard
500. % &
Third FleoF-LansbursA Brother.