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About The Sunday Oregonian. (Portland, Ore.) 1881-current | View Entire Issue (Dec. 7, 1919)
7 BIG AWTI TDBACCD ;l!llllllllllMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIUIIIilMIIIIIIIIlll!llllIIIItllllllllIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IT II' Gifts for Men GIFTS of Noble Origin . . Are Gifts pf JEWELRY Temperance Board Opposed by Tobacco League. ! 1 FANATICISM HELD ISSUE Dr. Clarence True Wilson Says Sol diers Left Fighting Ranks to Get Cigarettes. THE SUNDAY OREGONIA PORTLAND. DECE3TBER 7, 11)10. FIGHT NOW IMPENDS OREGOXIAX NEWS BUT-tEATJ, Washington, Dec. 6. The long strug gle which has ended with John Barleycorn lying limp and almost life less across the ropes waiting for the referee to count ten, was only the preliminary bout. This announcer, ment comes from Dr. Clarence True Wilson of Portland, Or., who is sec retary of the national temperance board of the Methodist Bpiscopal church with headquarters in this ciry. The big match is about to follow. My I.ady Nicotine is now due for a terrific drubbing, according to the same authority. And as evidence that this big bout is not a fake, the Na tional Tobacco League of America has been organized by tobacco users, and headquarters have been opened here about a mile and a half from the main offices of Dr. Wilson's national temperance board. Just as both sides quoted the Bible in the earlier stages of the prohibi tion struggle, the blessings of heaven are being invoked by the leaders of opposing forces in the new fight. Friends of Lady Nicotine were stirred to their first activity when Dr. Wil son, speaking before a convention of the Church of the Disciples of Christ at Cincinnati October 38, said: "The board of temperance will set forth appalling facts from the battle front on this matter, how young men trained at great expense by the gov ernment had to be led out of the fighting ranks to have cigarettes stuffed into their mouths before they could stand up and hold a gun. The attempt to call this shaking 'shell shock' is amusing to everyone who knows." rriifl I.ibel Charged. To which the Defender, the organ of the ne wly-organi.ed National To bacco League of America, replies that this is "as cruel a libel as ever traduced the honor and courage of an American soldier. Analyze Dr. Wilson's statement carefully and the true meaning of his accusation is inescapable. He deliberately pictures the American boy as a slacker, faking shell shock in order to leave the firing line for a smoke." The Defender further quotes from an Associated Press dispatch from Cincinnati this language attributed to Dr. Wilson, "The White House band sold out to the tobacco trust." Dr. Wilson was referring to the distribu tion of cigarettes among the Ameri can forces. Commenting on this re mark the tobacco league organ says it amounts to charging President Wil son and his cabinet with corruption. In an open letter to Bishop W. F. McDowell, chairman of the board of temperance of the Methodist Episco pal church, several prominent men who are members of the new National Tobacco League of America, as well as leading churchmen, call attention to !r. Wilson's statement in this fashion: UunrrrI With KimnlW-ixm. "The men who formed the National Tobacco League are God-fearing and tJod-respecUng people. They believe in the church as they believe in the Savior. Their quarrel is never with the church, but it is with those mem bers of it who prefer fanaticism to the Christianity that respects the truth as Jesus taught it." Dr. Clarence True Wilson's state ment was the first positive declara tion uttered by the representative of any religious body committing it as an organization to an anti-tobacco cam paign. HiiVce that time the W. O. T. U. has announced a war against tobacco, the president of the organization hav ing revealed that a fund of $1,000.0(10 is being raised to fight tobacco. More recent information as to the move ment comes in a New York dispatch which says: "The Presbyterian church with 2.250.000 communicants has joined ac tively in the anti-tobacco crusade This announcement is credited to the Jti'V. Dr. Charles Scallon. general sec retary of the board of temperance and moral welfare of the Presbyterian church, addressed to the editor of the Tobacco World." Joliu A. I'acldcii Visits Vaiu-ouvcr. VANCOUVER, Wash., Dec. 6. (Spe cial.) John A. Padden, formerly of this city, but for the past few year in government service in Washing ton and Seattle, arrived here today from Seattle. Mr. Padden will de liver the eulogy at the Klks' menioria vservices. to be held in the First Pres byterian church at 2:30 o'clock, to morrow afternoon. Mr. Padden was for several years proprietor of Hotel St. Elmo in Vancouver. Tidir . ! i see M. Kichel's ad. page ; Adv. The giving of Christmas presents should be designed to create the greatest happiness. The spirit of Christmas demands that the gift be generous and of superior quality. We have made ready for our customers with an unsurpassed stock of jewelry. It is without a doubt the largest and most complete in the northwest. Every, item is of exquisite design, from the inexpensive to the costly. There is a wide range to choose from at prices that are very moderate. In addition to Diamonds, Silverware, Jervels mounted in elaborate settings of gold or platinum, etc. Here Is a List of Distinctive Articles Which are in the latest vogue Silk velvet bags, coral, vorij beads, pearl necklaces, art bronze vases and desk sefs. W edgetvood jewelry, new style mesh bags, vanity cases, hammered silver cigarette cases, lingerie clasps, baby toilet sets enameled cologne bottles, mens bell buckles, and many others. Special attention paid to mail orders. A. & C. Jewelers- Established since 1868 Feldenheimer Silversmiths Opticians Washington Street at Park rnlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllir CLAIM IS HELD ABSURD BIRLESOX SURPLUS SAID TO BK NON-EXISTENT QUANTITY. advice discrimlnataed against the only competing company by taking away from It more than half its earn ings and awarding them to its competitor." Frank Lovell, state tax commissioner. The total valuation of all taxable property in the state will aggregate JS90.000.000, or about $3,000,000 in excess of last year. Gross Mismanagement ot Wire Systems of Country Charged by Head of House Committee. WASHINGTON. Dec. 6. Chairman Steenerson of the house postoffice committee issued a statement today attacking Postmaster-General Bur leson's annual report on the postal service. He declared the surplus earn ings of $35. 000.000 reported for the last seven years was from reduced compensation paid the railroads for hauling the mails and that it seemed "quite probable" that the interstate commerce commission "would com pletely wipe out the supposed sur plus" by deciding that the roads were entitled to increased compensation. "Mr. Burleson's management of the telephone and telegraph 'has entailed a loss of more than $14,000,000," said Mr. Steenerson. "and $9,000,000 of this has been awarded by him. under com pensation contracts, to the Western Union Telegraph and the American Telephone & Telegraph company. "Mr. Carleton, president of the Western Union, and Mr. Bethel, its manager, and Mr. Vail and Mr. Kings- ; bury of the American Telephone & Telegraph company, were called in by Mr. Burleson to help him manage this business. While they did not actu ally have charge of the compensation contracts, they seem to have dom . inated the whole postoffice depart ment in their own Interest. They not only got $9,000,000 out of the taxpay ers of the country, but $31,000,000 in increased rates was authorized by Mr. Burleson to be charged against the public. "No wonder Mr. Burleson under this Tenino Treasurer Re-elected. CENTRAL1A, Wash., Dec. 6. Spe cial.) Grace K. Gibson was re-elected treasurer at Tuesday's municipal elec tion In Tenino. C. W, Cook. James McArthur, George H. Jones and Al Howard were eiected to the council. A light vote was cast. Thomas Neeley. Willis Bell and John Vesper were elected members of the Oakville council Tuesday. P. V. Value $120,000,000. SALEM, Or.. Dec. 6. (Special.) Valuations placed on public utility properties of the state this year for assessment purposes is $120,000,000, according to announcement made by .Moonshiner Fined and Jailed. Eight months in the Multnomah county jail and $500 fine was the penalty imposed upon E. E. George, moonshiner, by P'ederal Judge Wol- verton yesterday, ueorge was found guilty by a federal Jury of conduct ing moonshine operations in Grant county. Guy Lockhart, who was tried jointly with him, was acquitted. Ashland to Honor Dead. ASHLAND. Or., Dec. 6. (Special.) The annual memorial services of Ash land lodge 944, B. P. O. Klks. wil be held tomorrow at the Klks' club here. A suitable programme will ac- IF Vassar and Globe Union Suits $2.50 to $18.00 Shirts of the Better Grade Manhattan. Arrow and Perfect $2.00 and Up to $15.00 Women Will Appreciate Buying Men s Gifts at This Exclusive Men's Store Merchandise, such as we have here, is of the highest standard, overflowing with the newest of everything that men prefer, have assembled together for your selection. Counters and shelves are filled to You'll be surprised to see what we Beautiful Neckwear at $1 to $6.50 You'll find such makes as Kaiser, Cowans and many other reliable brands in this beautiful assortment; thousands of the newest patterns to select from at $1, $1.50, $2, $2.50, 3 and up. House Coats and Lounging: Robes A big assortment to choose from in silk, wool and heavy fleece. Beautiful combination patterns and mixtures. House Coats $7.50 to $25 Lounging Robes $9 to 25 Gloves of the Better Gradea Dents, Fownes, Oliver and Wil son Bros. Priced .$2 to $20. Ml Q J? Reefers and Neck Scarfs, $1.50 to $9.00 You'll find a big assortment of plain and Dresden silks; knit scarfs in heather and combina tion striped effects. Priced at 1.50 and up to $9. Men's Umbrellas A Choice Selection at $1.50 to $10 Interwoven lisle, silk and cash mere Hose, 50f to $2.25. Luxite Hose, per pair 35, C5 Fancy Hose, per pair $1, $1.50 I Jewelry In Cuff Links, Stick Pins and Combination .Sets. Cuff Links . . . .$1.00 to $6.00 Combination Sets $3.50-$8.50 Belts, plain and initial, 50i and up to $10. Sam'l Rosenblatt & Co. The Home of Hart Schaffner & Marx Clothes Gasco Building Fifth and Alder lodge. Professor I. K. vining win de liver the memorial address. RED CROSS HAS BALANCE Ashland Chapter Reviews Worli ana Klects Officers for Year. ASHLAND, Or., Dec. $.. (Special.) At the annual meeting of the Ash land branch of the American Red Cross, a financial report showed $4041.04 to have been received during the past year. A salvage department is responsible for nearly $1000 of this amount. The expenditures totaled $3061.13. A canteen service estab lished at the station for the benefit of transient soldiers -was one of the chief enterprises of the organization. Directors for the coming year are: Mcidamei V. B. Kngle. Maude Muxey. J. Kdward Thornton, S. B. McNair. Frank ter Kverton, Ira Shoudy. O. 'Winter. Mary Whitney, P. K. Hammond, W. K. Mc Nair, E. V. Carter and P. K. Hammond. C. H. Vaupel, T. H. Simpson, E. V. Carter, J. H. McGee and J. D. McRa. Officers for 1920 are: Chairman. P. K. Hammond; first vice, Mrs. J. M. Wafcner; second vice. Mrs. A. H. Pracht: aecretary, Mrs. J. E. Thornton: treasurer. Mrs. George Eubunks: commandant of canteen, Mrs. Maude Maxey: civilian relief, T. H. Simp iinn : hflmr Frvire department, Mr. S. "B. McNair; educational committee, Mrs. Frank Dickey; finance. Clark Bush. Work Offered ex-Soldiers. Returned soldiers have been pre ferred by the county commissioners for construction work at Kelley Butte for the next 15 days. Applica tions should be made to Roadmaster Katchel. fifth floor, courthouse, early tomorrow as work; will begin in the morning. fcF For Headache iui vCi Viun-iici nan mums company the ceremonies staered by the ii-ky. J. M Wairnnr. A. It. Prariit. Wnl- i . .-j- j. , a- ill. . . ii fcvv.-..-1 rv i i - Compounded Twelve Times a Year on Special Savings Accounts Subject to check, provided minimum monthly balance does not fall below $500.00. 4r,c interest on regular savings ac counts. No charge to depositors for collecting out-of-town checks. No service charge for checking ac counts. Open Saturday all day and evening. - A Hank for Kvrty body. Holiday ot Wear mwm J Sensible Gift Suggestions may be found in great numbers at Staiger's. Why not give this year presents that are really worth while, that are rich in comfort and last ing value? Men's Slippers $2 to $6 So restful for tired feet at night; they will surely be appreciated. Ladies' Felt Slippers 1.75 to $2.50 From the famous factory of Daniel Green, they have been the standard of com fort for years. Children's Slippers $1.00 to S2.50 How the kiddies will enjoy these soft warm slippers on cold evenings. Spats Slipper Buckles Plain and Fancy Advance Showing of Spring Pumps and Oxfords Buy Red Cross Christmas Stamps STAIGER 'S 292 Washington St. Between Fourth and Fifth Shoe Orders Heather Shade Wool Hose for Men and Women "THE SPITE BRIDE STARRING OLIVE THOMAS A Drama of Youthful Impulse ALSO KINOGRAMS .aftv ti h)m(MLmh SCREEN SUPPLEMENT SHOWING CLOSE-UPS OF YOUR FAVORITES