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About Oregon daily emerald. (Eugene, Or.) 1920-2012 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 3, 1942)
Coed JlMU Cjifjt eMinti $}-nxijn SatUaJi Mail When B. A. Stevens journeyed to interview Mr, Santa Claus, I packed my toothbrush, an ice-pick, and a hot-water bottle, then trudged along through the snow drifts beside her. And while she chatted with that kindly old man, I bus ied myself rummaging through his mail-bag until I discovered a packet of letters titled, Xmas Requests From College Coeds. bo believe me, gals, here’s some inside info on what to give your roomie this Christmas. The shift to a war-time world makes practical gifts the vogue. For chilly, Oregon winters give your roomie a pair of bunny-fur mijfcens lined with red, green, bi®, or white leather. Or, a ban dana in any of those new bee-oo ti-ful shades of rust, fireman red, and powder blue. She will love you for the gift of a pair of bed socks to keep her feet warm as toast. Stationery Leg make-up is a near neces sity with silk stockings a scarc ity. It comes in all shades from the very lightest to the very darkest—even as dark as a Cali fornia sun tan. Noting fuel shortage this year, we recommend the gift of a gay plaid, or crocheted shawl so you won’t be confused between your drum records and your roomie’s chattering teeth. She will appre ciate the warmth when studying. With a man in the service, your *nmate will need stationery— mail paper for long letters overseas, Wit’s End, or crested paper. And how about a huge, paint •&1 Two darlings . . . that will be your pets for many a play - time date! 51.98 frill IFRT W MILLINERY Second Floor ed pig bank in which she can save money for the patriotic pur chase of war stamps. But the old requests reappear this year in Santa’s mail-bag. Coeds still desire stuffed animals -—pandas, teddy bears, and mon keys—to add to the “atmosphere” of their room. Don’t forget that eccentric roommate (like mine) with a mania for collecting skunks and naming them after friends. Add to her collection even though you hate the dust they collect, or, if your room mate spends hours playing rec ords, be a martyr to the cause and buy her one of T. Dorsey's latest releases or a real hot jive tune. Perfume is always good, and for luring that handful of men on the campus next year, remem ber. Prince Matchabelli’s newest scent, Potpourri, Charbert's Breathless, or the classic Tweed and Old Spice. A Man These' were the most oft-ap pearing requests, but yet another suggestion—present your bor rowing roommate with a box of pencils, a carton of cigarettes, or a bottle of ink. That's self-pro tection. I close with a quote—a letter I discovered at the bottom of Santa's mail-bag: ■'Dear Santa Claus: A Man: Amen.” How true. Merry Christmas! Ducks! Do Your Shopping for Christmas in Eugene! TOYS BOOKENDS LAMPS POTTERY Crystal Novelty Items of wood and plastic Cards and Gift Wrappings QUACKENBUSH Every one § Shopping Early \oull want to have your Christmas shopping* done before you leave school. Now’s the time to start to get the best selection. Sweaters 'n Blouses Santa, knows how popular our lovely sweaters and blouses are; you'd better drop in and sec them, too. Sweaters are 12.98, others $1.19 to $3.95. Blouses are $2.9S, others §1.19 to $3.95. Please Your Feminine Heart $1.49 It will be exciting to open a Christmas gift and find a dainty slip to make you feel elegant, or if you like them tailored, we have those, too. Soft Bunny Mittens All-Wool Bandanas To help you keep warm winter term, ask Santa for Bunny Mitts and a 100^ wool ban dana. Mittens are $1.19, $1.98, and $2.50. Ban danas are 59c to 98c. Sheer Hosiery Here is a rayon hose you'll love to wear. It’s made by Rollins and is really sheer, won’t wrinkle at the ankles or bag at the knees; and it has elasticity and dull finish, too. 98c 4 Across from the McDonald Theatre